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June 2021 What's Inside - Parishes Online
June 2021

                                                                        In June, we will be open
What’s Inside………                                       page       Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday
Center Notes                                            2                  8:00 am - 4:00 pm
                                                                Beginning June 14th we will also be open
The Center is the Place to Be                           3          Mondays from 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Trips, Trips & More Trips                               4
                                                                  We do not require proof of vaccination for
A Smart Way to Make Charitable Contributions            5                participation in activities.
Activities & Fitness Schedules                         6-7
                                                              See the calendar insert in the middle of the news-
Fold-out Calendar                                      8-9            letter for activity days and times.

Birthdays                                              10
Exerstrider Poles Prove Very Popular                   11                  Trips are Back!
Health & Wellness Activities                           12                   See page 4 for details.
Senior Days at Blue Lotus & Saturday Bingo             13
News and Notes                                         14        Thank You to Our Supporters!
Office Corner                                          15
Sudoku Answers                                         16

Every effort is made to provide accurate and
complete information. We can’t guarantee that
there won’t be any errors and disclaim liability for
the contents in this newsletter.
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SCAI’S MISSION
  "To enrich the lives of adults 50+
   through wellness opportunities,
    social interaction, recreational
activities & community involvement".

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       NEWSLETTER SUBSCRIPTIONS
If you would like to subscribe to the monthly newslet-                 Create-A-Card Class
ter, or renew your present subscription, please send              A DIFFERENT UNIQUE CREATIVE
a $12 check payable to S.C.A.I and mail to:                           DESIGN EVERY MONTH!
          2378 W. Washington Street, Suite A
                 West Bend, WI 53095                         Date: Wednesday June 2, 2021
                                                             Time: 9:00 - 10:00 am
           TRANSPORTATION                                    Where: Multi-Purpose Room
 If you, or someone you know, would like to come
to the Center but transportation is a challenge (no          Cost: $1.50 activities fee at the front desk
              car, no friend to ride with)
      please contact Paula at 262 335 4498 or
                                                             PLUS $4 paid directly to instructor for
                                                             materials
         wbseniorcenterphader@gmail.com

                                                                            WIN $20,000 CASH
                                                                                   or
                                                                          THIS SMOKIN’ HOT CAR!

                                                                  Tickets available from Paula or Joan

                                                                          $20 each or 6 for $100

                                                                     Cash, Checks and Charge cards
                                                                               accepted.

Our sincerest sympathies are extended to
the families and friends of Center partici-
pants who have passed and all Center
participants who have lost friends and
loved ones.

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The Center is the Place to Be

             Art with Ellie                          Woodcarving                                     Euchre

            Walking Poles                               Chair Yoga
                                                                                            Senior Golf League

                  Rory Demmer, AAMS®
                  Financial Advisor

                  325A S. Main Street
                  West Bend, WI 53095-3341
                  Bus. 262-306-7525
                  Fax 877-222-8005

www.edwardjones.com                          Member SIPC

                                                                       Contact Alex Nicholas to place an ad today!
                                                                            anicholas@lpicommunities.com
                                                                                or (800) 950-9952 x2538

           For ad info. call 1-800-950-9952 • www.lpicommunities.com   Senior Citizens Activities Inc., West Bend, WI   A 4C 01-1497
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STOP BY THE CENTER FOR A COMPLETE
                                           DESCRIPTION, DETAILS AND HOW TO SIGN UP FOR ALL TRIPS!

                               Belgian Heritage Tour - Brown/Southern Door County
                    Tuesday, June 8 - 8:00am Depart Senior Activity Center - Return at 5:30pm
    This tour focuses on the rich Belgian history in Northeastern Wisconsin showcasing the distinctive red brick farm-
    houses, historic roadside chapels and tiny school houses surrounded by the beautiful rolling fields, farmland and
    natural beauty.
    Cost: $65

    Milwaukee - Stop & Smell the Roses - Will Radler's Rosarium + Lunch + Edelweiss Sightseeing Cruise

                   Thursday, June 17 - 8:00am Depart Senior Activity Center - Return at 5:30pm

    Will Radler provides a guided tour of his personal gardens. We will then sail along the Milwaukee River through the
    Port of Milwaukee into Lake Michigan.
    Cost: $85

                                    East Troy Railroad and Lake Geneva Cruise
                   Thursday, July 15 - 8:00am Depart Senior Activity Center - Return at 6:00pm
    Vintage Train Ride, Lunch at the Historic Baker House, a 1 ½ hour Sightseeing/Ice Cream Social Cruise, and a visit
    to Topsy Turvy Brewery
    Cost: $100

                                      Kay Collins Phone #414 550 5458

Phone:                                                                              Washington County ADRC
262.335.4498                                                                  333 E. Washington St., Suite 1000
                                                                                          West Bend, WI 53095
Hours of Operation:                                                                      (phone) 262.335.4497
Mon-Fri, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm                                                                    (fax) 262.335.4717
Address:                                                                             (email) adrc@washcowisco.gov
2378 W. Washington St., Suite A                                                  Hours: Mon, 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
West Bend, WI 53095                                                                Tues—Fri, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Website:                                                                       West Bend City Taxi Service:
seniorcitizensactivities.org
                                                                                         (phone) 262.334.3096
Find us on Facebook, search for:                                             Hours: Mon-Sat, 6:00 am -10:00 pm
Senior Citizens Activities, Inc. West Bend                                              Sun 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

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The benefits of making a Qualified Charitable Distribution
                                            from your IRA

        SCAI recently received a very generous donation from a participant using this approach.
                                         It benefits everyone!
   If you own a Traditional IRA and you’re over age 70½, you are required to start taking distributions from the IRA each
   year. These required minimum distributions (or RMDs) must be taken annually even if you don’t need the funds to meet
   your everyday living expenses in retirement. Having to take RMDs can negatively impact your finances because the
   withdrawals are taxable at ordinary income tax rates. In most cases, you'll have to pay a 50% excise tax on whatever
   distributions you were supposed to take but didn't. However, there’s a strategy that can lessen the impact of RMDs
   while also allowing you to make charitable contributions in a tax-efficient way. It might seem counterintuitive that anyone
   would want to give their savings away but there can be tax advantages for doing so.
   This strategy is known as a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD). With a QCD, you can make charitable donations
   using money in your Traditional IRA. Since QCDs aren’t considered to be taxable income, you don’t have to pay income
   tax on the distributions. The funds must be transferred directly from the IRA custodian to the eligible charity—and
   "eligible" is an important word here. The charity must be one that is approved by the IRS (like the Senior Center).
   One of the biggest advantages the QCD rule provides is the ability for taxpayers to lower their adjusted gross income.
   This is much more valuable than taking an itemized deduction, which merely lowers taxable income. Having a lower AGI
   can allow the donor to stay in a lower tax bracket, reduce or eliminate the taxation of Social Security or other income.
                Consult with your Tax Professional on the best way for you to take advantage of this approach.

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                                     Let us do the Driving
                                        Washington County
                                         Shared Ride Taxi
                                             www.rideWCCE.com

DR. LISA G. KORNELY                  Need a Lift - Call the Washington
  Podiatrist – Foot Surgeon          County Shared Ride Taxi Service
                                       Contact the Shared Ride Taxi for trips
                                      throughout Washington County and the
       Foot Clinic of West Bend     northern portion of Menomonee Falls. For
                                     people traveling within the cities of West
2358 W. Washington Street              Bend and Hartford, call your city taxi.
                                    $20 Discounted Punch Card Available ($25 Value)
  West Bend, WI 53095                    Call 1-888-285-TAXI (8294)
     (262) 335-2930                  or 262-338-2908 for fare information
                                     Hours: Monday - Saturday: 5 AM - 11 PM
www.footclinicofwestbend.com                  Sunday: 8 AM - 4 PM

              For ad info. call 1-800-950-9952 • www.lpicommunities.com               Senior Citizens Activities Inc., West Bend, WI   B 4C 01-1497
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Not all of these activities are currently being offered.
                     Please see the Monthly Calendar for the current information or call 262.335.4498.

Book Club: 1st Wed                                      Library Exchange: by request
Enjoy a new book with a group & get                     Call Nancy Larson at 262.335.5151 Ext. 5241
involved in great discussions!
                                                        Mah Jongg: Wed
Bingo: 4th Wed & 2nd Sat                                Try your luck at Mah Jongg, a tile-based
                                                        game involving skill, strategy & luck!
Calling all Bingo Lovers! Enjoy 2 great
groups: Fun Bingo & Saturday Bingo.
                                                        Pinochle: Tues
Chi Kung: Wed                                           Join us for two great card games, Pinochle
                                                        & Hearts, instruction available!
Get your positive energy flowing.

Chorus: Fri                                             Quilting Class: Fri
Sing to your hearts desire in our lively,               Work on a fun project with a master
directed choir.                                         instructor.

Create-A-Card: 1st Wed                                  Scrabble: Thurs
Tap into your creative abilities! Instructor-           Participate in a great group pass and play
led; cards and materials provided.                      crossword game!

Cribbage: Mon                                           Sewing & Quilting: Tue
Pick your peg and join our cribbage group.              Sit for some quilting and sewing time -
Have fun & sharpen your score counting!                 grab your favorite pattern & go!

Dominoes: Mon & Thur                                    Sheepshead: Mon, Tue, & Thurs
Enjoy playing various types of dominoes:                Play 5-handed, Call an Ace Sheepshead.
basic trains, spinners & more!                          Beginner & Fun times available.

Euchre: Tue                                             Wii Bowling: Tue
Work together to score points by taking                 Enjoy bowling without the heavy ball &
tricks. Welcoming more Euchre players!                  bowling shoes; great for exercise & fun!

Jewelry Making: 1st Wed                                 Woodcarving: Wed
Make your own lovely jewelry! All supplies              Bring your wood and tools, or come for in-
available from the instructor.                          struction in this fun craft.

Knitting & Crocheting: Thurs                            500 Cards: Mon
Bring your needles, hooks & yarn for knit &             Be the first to 500 points - make bids &
crochet in a social setting.                            take tricks to come out on top!

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Fitness Activities                                W E E K LY S C H E D U L E

              Schedule
   Monday             Tuesday           Wednesday                Thursday                       Friday
                   8:00 – 8:45am                            8:30 – 9:15am
                   Moving for Better                        Moving for Better
                   Balance                                  Balance
                   Gym                                      Gym

                   9:00am-11:00am 9:00am-11:00am            10:00am-12:00pm
                   11:00am—1:00pm 11:00am—1:00pm            12:00pm—2:00pm

                   Pickleball          Pickleball           Pickleball
                   Gym                 Gym                  Gym
                   10:00—11:00am       9:30—10:30am         10:00—11:00am

                   Chair Yoga       Chi Kung                Chair Yoga
                   Church Gathering Dining Area             Church Gathering
                   Space                                    Space

       Free Open Walking is available in the Church Gathering Space
              Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 8:30am -10am and 11:15am - 2 pm

                                                                                       Sit & Be Fit!
                                                      Join Nurse Nancy Gloede, RN, for an hour of fun,
              Pickleball                              exercise and socialization. This course uses gentle
                                                      range of motion to prevent and improve arthritic pain
Cost: $2.00                                           as well as strength and balance exercises to prevent
Players must register and then sign                   falls.
up for sessions through the online-                   Over the summer months, this class will be offered
PlayTime Scheduler app.                               once a month for free so that participants can try it to
                                                      see if it is beneficial for them.
https://playtimescheduler.com/
login.php                                             Wednesday, June 9th at 10:00 am in the church
                                                      gathering space.
                                                      Advance registration is required. Class size is lim-
                                                      ited.
                                                      There will be two additional ‘try it, you’ll like it’ clas-
                                                      ses offered - one in July and one in August. Twice a
                                                      week classes will start in September.

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Jun 01   Judy Zander                  Jun 13   Bruce Kippenhan
Jun 01   Warren Haeberle              Jun 13   Diane Ekvall
Jun 01   Geraldine Cauwels            Jun 14   Marlene Rohan
Jun 02   Mary Heltemes                Jun 16   Marcia Draheim
Jun 03   Edna Steger                  Jun 16   Margareta Gessner
Jun 03   Patricia Carrier             Jun 16   Mary Lou Desrosier
Jun 03   Gretchen Muth                Jun 17   Beverly Hoover
Jun 04   Sarah Muellerweiss           Jun 17   James Droese
Jun 05   James Konzal                 Jun 18   Carol Jones
Jun 05   Ann Waldkirch                Jun 19   Pat Backey
Jun 05   Vicki Colburn                Jun 19   Carol Schacht
Jun 05   Patricia Herbst              Jun 20   Darold Hoelz
Jun 05   Jeanette Hodge               Jun 20   Mary DeSmidt
Jun 05   Jackie Lyons                 Jun 23   Kristine McConighen
Jun 06   Norbert Hynek                Jun 24   Joyce Guse
Jun 08   Joan McCuen                  Jun 24   Cynthia Borstowski
Jun 09   Nancy Schoenbeck             Jun 25   Donna May
Jun 09   Lucille Janz                 Jun 26   June Worzalla
Jun 10   Harriet Leppla               Jun 26   Sally Mundinger
Jun 10   Sherry Wendlandt             Jun 26   Janice Shaw
Jun 10   Raymond Zimdars              Jun 27   Russell Guillaume
Jun 10   Jeanne Knoeck-Stoffel        Jun 27   Elizabeth Ilnicki
Jun 10   Lois Majerus                 Jun 30   Babette Rhoads
Jun 10   Gerald Wanta                 Jun 30   Charlene Hull
Jun 13   Patricia Herro

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Exerstrider Walking Poles

                               Walking their way to Better Health
                                See Paula for more information on our
                              Exerstrider Walking Poles Lending Program.

    Hiking Tips                                                                                      Balance Tips

                                                      Boot Tips

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                                                                  of West Bend                      Independent | Assisted | Memory Care

                                                             Assisted living facility for Seniors
                                                                                                    2130 Continental Drive
                                                                      262-365-0056                   West Bend WI 53095
                                                             370 N Forest Ave., West Bend 53095           262-338-0092

                                                                         Contact Alex Nicholas
                                                                          to place an ad today!
Peter J Kapler, MBA, FIC, CLTC®, Practice Developer
Lakefront Group • 262-338-7770, ext. 105                             anicholas@lpicommunities.com
810 E Paradise Dr, West Bend, WI 53095
CA Insurance 0K98865                                                     or (800) 950-9952 x2538

                                               27193 R1-21

      For ad info. call 1-800-950-9952 • www.lpicommunities.com      Senior Citizens Activities Inc., West Bend, WI         C 4C 01-1497
Not all of these programs are currently being offered. Please
                                           see the Monthly Calendar for the current information.

PICKLEBALL Mon - Fri                                      Wii BOWLING       Tues
Pickleball is great cardiovascular exer-                  Enjoy bowling without the heavy ball &
cise! Levels are: Novice/Passive & Pas-                   bowling shoes; great for exercise, laughter
sive/Intermediate.                                        and loads of fun!

WALKING Mon - Fri                                         CARDIO FIT      Tues
Enjoy walking at your own pace around                     Designed to get your heart rate up and get
our facility gym, bring a friend & make it                you moving. A portion of the class uses
more fun - plus it’s FREE!                                small hand weights.

STAY ACTIVE Mon, Wed, Fri                                 CHI KUNG Wed
An evidence-based exercise program for                    An ancient Chinese system of postures, breath-
seniors using easy-to-learn movements                     ing techniques and meditation designed to im-
that increase energy, strength & more!                    prove the body’s ‘chi’ or energy of life.

FLOOR YOGA               Mon & Wed                        CHAIR YOGA Tue & Thur
Combines different postures and stretch-                  A gentle form of stretching practiced sitting on a
es that help to develop                                   chair or standing using a chair for support.
balance, coordination, flexibility and
strength while incorporating breathing                    ZUMBA GOLD Thur
techniques. You must be able to get up                    Designed to focus on improving balance,
and down off the floor unassisted.                        coordination & more!

              Chair Massage                                              F O O T C AR E $ 3 0
Patty Neu, our Masseuse, has a protocol estab-                Give your feet some love! Toe nail trim-
 lished for the safety of all. Her massages are               ming services will be available at the
done in a private space. Call her directly to find            Center on the 4th Thursday of the month.
   out when she will begin offering massages                      Please call Toe Nail Trimmers
                      again.                                                  directly
   You can contact Patty at 262-808-7259 or
                                                                    at 262-719-0336 to schedule an
         email pttyneu@yahoo.com                                             appointment.

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Senior Days
          Blue Lotus, along with its
many outdoor activities, is available for seniors                              Saturday Bingo is
  who are experiencing challenges along with
their families or caregivers. It is a day to enjoy
being outdoors in an accepting, caring environ-                             Coming Back in July
     ment. We are limiting each session to
         10 families — so sign up now!                                         July 10th at 1:00 pm

               Available Dates:
                    June: 26                                            ·    Pre-registration required
                  July: 14, 24                                          ·    Limited capacity
               August: 1, 13, 30
               September: 12, 27                                        ·    No Walk-ins

                   Times:
            Weekdays: 10am to 3pm                                               Call the Center at
             Weekends: 12 to 5pm                                             262-335-4498 to sign up.

  For more information, please visit our website at
              www.bluelotusfarm.org,
  email lisa@bluelotusfarm.org, or give us a call at
                  (262) 675-2473

         For ad info. call 1-800-950-9952 • www.lpicommunities.com   Senior Citizens Activities Inc., West Bend, WI   D 4C 01-1497
An art collector was walking through the city one
day. He did a double take when he noticed a mangy
cat lapping milk from a saucer in the doorway of a
store.
Knowing that the saucer was extremely old and very
valuable, he walked casually into the store and of-
fered to buy the cat for two dollars. The store owner
replied, “I'm sorry, but the cat isn't for sale.”
The collector said, “Please, I need a hungry cat
around the house to catch mice. I'll pay $20 for that
cat.”
The owner said, “Sold!” and handed over the cat.
Now collector continued, “Now, I wonder if you
could throw in that old saucer for the $20. The cat's
used to it, and it'll save me from having to get a
dish.”
To which the owner said, “Sorry, buddy, but that's
my lucky saucer. So far this week, I've sold 68 cats!”
                                                                           Answer on Page 16

 A very unique Green Bay Packer Quilt is in the
 making! It will be one of the top silent auction             Our annual Golf Outing will be held on
 items for the 11th Annual Golf Fundraiser.                   September 17th at West Bend Lakes Golf Club.
                                                                This is a major fundraiser for our Center.
                                                              In spite of pandemic restrictions, last year’s
                                                              outing was a tremendous success, due in large
                                                              part to the generosity of our participants who
                                                              donated gift baskets and gift cards for our Silent
                                                              Auction.
                                                              We are once again seeking support for our si-
                                                              lent auction. Gift cards are especially useful as
                                                              even small amounts can be combined or added
                                                              to items to increase the value of a gift basket.
                                                              Restaurant gift cards are particularly attractive
                                                              to bidders.
   SCAI Quilters: Vicki Colburn (left), Nancy
   Schoenbeck & Jean Briggs (right)
                                                              See Paula or Joan for more information, or just
                                                              bring us some gift cards!

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Paula Hader, Executive Director
                                                   Joan Adler, Administrative Assistant

                         A Message from the Executive Director
It’s already June! Did you know that National Daylight Appreciation Day is celebrated each
year on June 21. This day recognizes summer solstice (the longest day of daylight in the
northern hemisphere) and encourages people to celebrate the many benefits of the sun.
It has been so great to see so many seniors returning to the Senior Center this past month.
Oh, the stories people are sharing of the past year! It was so refreshing to hear that many
have stayed in touch with the friends they have met through the Senior Center. Staying
connected and engaged is an extremely important aspect for human beings of all ages, but
it is especially important for seniors. The Senior Center continues focusing on their mission
of serving seniors! Many of our previous activities have reconvened with some new ones,
too!
The Exerstrider Walking Poles have been a huge hit. The local ADRC State funding ena-
bled us to purchase 40 pairs of the Exerstrider Walking Poles. Within a short time, all 40
pair were spoken for and each senior participant received one-on-one training instruction.
Personal testimonials keep streaming in. See Page # 11 of this Newsletter for pictures.
The Senior Center’s Wednesday Morning Senior Golf League is coordinated through par-
ticipant, Doug Rakowski. West Bend Lakes offers a very nice discount for senior golfers.
There are still openings if you are interested in joining. Thank you West Bend Lakes for
your continued support despite the fire that destroyed your clubhouse in March.
Weekly Woodcarving Classes and Chi Kung Classes have reconvened thanks to our par-
ticipants who volunteer their time to facilitate. One-day trips are back through two travel
companies who are also supporters of the Senior Center – Personalized Tours & KBC
Tours.
Thanks to our committed Board members and staff, the Center’s two major fundraisers are
well underway – the ‘Classics for a Cause’ Car Raffle and the 11th Annual ‘Swinging for
Seniors’ Golf Outing.

It is our hope to reach others in a variety of ways so they feel connected in this great com-
munity! If you have not yet returned, please visit the Center when you feel safe!

Paula Hader
Executive Director

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B OAR D O F D I R E C T O R S 2 0 21                  A DV I SO RY CO M M I T T E E 2 0 21
President.……………………            Scott Hanson            Chair/President…………..…… Muriel Lindholm
Vice President………. ……..       Peter Kapler            Junior Rep…………….…..…… Mary Lee Geib
Secretary…………………….            Marcia Arndt            Secretary…………………..…… Chris Mueller
Treasurer………………..…..          Scott Tennies

                                                      A D D I T I O N AL M E M B E R S 2 0 21
A D D I T I O N AL D I R E C T O R S 2 0 21           Bob Anderson                    Mary Ann Buckley
Jeff Lambie                   Julie Gabelmann         Sharon Feiereisen               Donna May
David Streese                 Joel Ongert                                 Red Gross
Deb Anderson                  Tracy Thom

                                                      S TA F F
P U BL I CAT I O N I N F O                            Executive Director……….….….. Paula Hader
The Good Life, #21    June 2021/Issue No. 6           wbseniorcenterphader@gmail.com
Monthly Publication   Subscription Fee: $12/yr        Administrative Assistant ………. Joan Adler
                                                      wbseniorcenterjadler@gmail.com

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