Bowie Senior Center October 2016 All Around the Center News - Events - Activities - Classes - Schedules - Services Bowie Health Fair Saturday, October 15, 11 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. The annual Bowie Health Fair will be held in October. At various locations along Health Center Drive, starting at the Bowie Gymnasium and ending at Dimensions Healthcare, the fair will offer the community numerous free screenings and services, such as cholesterol, diabetes, massage, nutrition counseling, flu vaccines, EKGs, and much more. Health and wellness exhibitors will be on hand with information displays. Also, be sure to join us for a lecture on quick and easy healthy meals by the Center s Wellness Coordinator Mark Shields. You can get more info at www.bowiehealthfair.com. Falling In Love... in the Fall Show Friday, October 28, 12:30 p.m. Entertainer Charles Sullivan, tenor extraordinaire, returns with some of your favorite songs from the Great American Songbook about falling in love, and we know you will love this concert. It celebrates great composers and performers of popular American love songs, giving one of today s brightest vocal talents the chance to shine in styles ranging from big-band sounds, blues, broadway, jazz, and pop from the 1920s through the 1960s, from Johnny Mathis and Frank Sinatra to Patsy Cline and Doris Day - all in one show. At this performance, styles converge, standing firmly at the intersection of historic music and popular artists. Hear their songs and a little of the story of each towering talent s life. The fee is $3 for residents and $4 for nonresidents. Please register by October 24. SAGE: Continuing Education Class Registration Fall semester begins the week of October 3. SAGE (Seasoned Adults Growing Educationally) classes are designed to help keep both mind and body active and engaged. Our creative, competent, and caring faculty enrich your classroom experience and the camaraderie of like-minded peers is both stimulating and supportive. The Center is fortunate to partner with Prince George s Community College in offering a variety of over 70 classes that are held at our facility each week. Students may choose classes in the following topics: languages, exercise, history, writing, literature, music, art, healthy living, and more. In addition to registering for your favorite classes, consider trying something new. Complete registration information and class descriptions are available at the Center s front lobby. There are three ways to register: in person at the college, by mail, or online through Owl Link which is the preferred method. A $75 registration fee is payable to PGCC for Maryland residents age 60 and over. Students are responsible for purchasing their own class supplies.
Activities Computer Education Program Computers 2 and Word Processing classes start in October. No computer classes will be held in November and December. The next session will start in January 2017. A free computer lab is held every Wednesday from 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. Instructors may be able to help you with your PC laptop and answer questions or you may just practice. They may also be able to help you decide which type of computer or mobile device you may want to consider purchasing. Assessment interviews are also available at this time to determine the appropriate class for your skill level. Other activities hosted by the Center include the Bowie Seniors Computer Club which meets every first and third Thursday of the month at 12:30 p.m. and the Apple Computer Club which meets every second and fourth Friday of the month at 10:00 a.m. BioFitness Aerobics Class Tuesdays and/or Thursdays, 9:00-10:00 a.m. This fun, low-impact exercise program is choreographed to music. Join certified instructor Jill Snellings for a 60-minute cardio class that is designed specifically for seniors. Classes will begin the week of November 8 and continue for six weeks. The two-day-a-week class cost for residents is $30 and $34 for nonresidents. A one-day-a-week class is also available for $15 for residents and $18 for nonresidents. Zumba Gold Mondays, 2:30-3:30 p.m., or Tuesdays, 6:00-7:00 p.m. Zumba Gold takes fitness to the next level by moving the body to Latin dance music. You don t have to know how to dance. Just follow certified instructor Sharon McCarroll and have fun. There are two classes from which to choose. Classes start the week of November 15 and continue for eight weeks. The cost is $33 for residents and $39 for nonresidents. 9-Ball Pool Tournament Saturday, October 8, 8:30 a.m. - noon Are you interested in playing in a 9-ball tournament here at the Center? If so, register at the front desk for only $2. Coffee and doughnuts will be provided. Please note that the billiards room will be closed to non-tournament players during this time. Spectators are welcomed. Table Shuffleboard Participation Pick a partner and form a two-member team. Once the team list is posted at the front desk, the team members are responsible for arranging matches. A match will consist of two games. Signup begins on September 6 and ends on October 7. Tournament play will start on October 11 and end on March 3, 2017. A playoff will follow. A complete set of rules is on the shuffleboard poster board. Artist of the Month - Eva Jean Richardson Reception on Saturday, October 1, 10:00 a.m. Eva s art expresses her love of nature and all of its beauty in colors, shapes, and attitudes. She enjoys creating stories for her paintings, as well as sharing her many talents with others. Eva describes herself as a watercolor artist who paints in the realism style. We invite you to attend her reception and enjoy her art show this month. 2 City of Bowie Senior Center
Room assignments are posted daily in the lobby Armchair Tour - Canada, Part I Wednesday, October 26, 12:30 p.m. On this tour we cross the world s longest unfortified boundary into the world s second largest country. We visit Canada s capital, Ottawa, and other sites and sights in the Ontario Province and then travel to Montreal, capital of Quebec Province. This tour of Southeast Canada is hosted by Frank Evans and is a three-part series. Annual Bonsai Show - Open to the Public Wednesday, October 19, 9:00 a.m. - noon The Bowie Senior Bonsai Club will hold its annual bonsai show in the lobby of the Center. The show will feature bonsai of all members (including some miniature bonsai) and two master works of the renowned Bonsai Master Mr. James Sullivan. While the art of bonsai (pronounced bon-sigh ) has long been associated with Japan, it actually originated from the Chinese practice of penjing. The National Bonsai & Penjing Museum has one of the largest collections of these timeless trees in North America. The club meets on the third Wednesday of the month from 2:00-4:00 p.m. New members are invited to join. For further information, please visit our website at http://bowieseniorcenter.org/ BowieSeniorBonsaiClub/. Senior Tech Tips - Cookies Many commercial websites use cookies to store information that you have provided. Whenever you customize a site (such as specifying which city for which you want weather updates or entering a password to access that website), your computer remembers the information by setting a cookie - a small file saved on your computer's hard drive. Then, the next time you visit that website, you automatically get information that is geared specifically to you. All this is done behind the scenes. Cookie files are harmless since they can't hold viruses or other codes that might be damaging to your computer. However, some users view them as an invasion of privacy and with good reason. In general, websites cannot share cookies with each other or get more than just basic information about your surfing preferences. However, there have been some reports of cookies being used to create user profiles, with information as detailed as the URL of the page you were last viewing. Websites may also use these profiles in order to present you with banner advertisements that are customized to your interests. If you are so inclined, you can choose to: 1. Turn off ALL cookies. 2. Set your computer so it accepts cookies ONLY from certain websites. 3. Set your computer so that you get "prompted" before a cookie gets planted on your computer. (Warning: This approach becomes tiresome very quickly, since almost every website you visit these days wants to plant a cookie on your computer.) 4. Delete your cookie files without harming your ability to surf the web (although you will have to reenter passwords, etc., every time you revisit your favorite sites). In some internet browsers, you can find these settings under Tools/Options. In Edge, these options can be found in the browser Settings. October 2016 3
Happenings, etc. Transportation for Voting in the Presidential Election The Center s bus transportation service will be available for seniors age 55 and older and for disabled citizens living within Bowie city limits. Early voting will be at the Bowie Gymnasium on October 27, 28, and 31 and November 1, 2, and 3. Call 301-809-2324 for pickup appointments. Pickup runs are scheduled for 10:00, 10:30, 11:00, and 11:30 a.m. On General Election Day, November 8, shuttle services from Pin Oak, Evergreen, and Willows senior communities are scheduled from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Arrangements must be made for pickup from all other Bowie areas. To make arrangements, please call the Center at 301-809-2324 by Friday, November 4. Pickups are scheduled between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Honoring Our Veterans Thursday, November 10, 1:00 p.m. Veterans Day is a time to celebrate and honor those who have served and are serving our country. We invite all veterans and members of the community to join us for a special celebration. The Bowie Senior Choraleers will perform several patriotic musical selections for your enjoyment. Light refreshments will be served. If you are a veteran and will be attending, RSVP at the front desk or call 301-809-2300. Thank you for your service! Save the Dates - Senior Chorale Holiday Concerts Wednesday, December 7, 4:00 p.m. at the Bowie Senior Center Thursday, December 8, 1:00 p.m. at the Bowie Senior Center Friday, December 16, 7:30 p.m. at the Bowie Center for the Performing Arts The Simple Gifts will be the focus of the Bowie Senior Chorale holiday concerts. More details will be published in the November newsletter. All of the concerts sell out quickly so watch for the news that tickets are on sale. Tickets will be sold at the Senior Center. Tickets for the Senior Center concerts will be $2 or a canned food donation for the Bowie Food Pantry and $8 for the concert at the Bowie Center for the Performing Arts. Save the Date - Breakfast with Santa Saturday, December 17, 9:00 a.m. - noon Grandparents, bring the grandchildren and have breakfast with Santa. Watch for more details in the November newsletter. Holiday Craft Fair Signup Signup starts: Thursday, November 3 Fair: Friday, December 2, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. A favorite annual event at the Center is our holiday craft fair. If you are a creative and crafty member of the Center and would like to sell your new handcrafted items, please sign up to rent a table for $10 beginning on Thursday, November 3. Space is limited and tables rent quickly, so don t hesitate (one table per vendor). 4 City of Bowie Senior Center
Special Groups The Center invites you to join a group or club with people who share your interests. This is a great way to meet new friends. Just drop by. Group and Club Meetings Advisory Board First Tuesday 10:00 a.m. Apple Computer Club Second and fourth Fridays 10:00-11:30 a.m. Bonsai Club Third Wednesday 2:00-4:00 p.m. Book Club Third Thursday 10:00-11:00 a.m. Chess Club Mondays except the first Monday of the month 10:00 a.m. - noon Healthy Lifestyles First and third Fridays 10:00 a.m. Magic Club First and third Wednesdays 10:00 a.m. Seniors Computer Club First and third Thursdays 12:30-2:15 p.m. Writers Group Tuesdays 9:30-11:30 a.m. Bid Whist Tuesdays Thursdays Games 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Billiards Daily Center hours Bridge (sign up) Tuesdays 1:00-4:00 p.m. Duplicate Bridge (sign up) Fridays 12:30-4:00 p.m. Mahjong Mondays and Thursdays 1:00 p.m. Pinochle Mondays and Thursdays 12:30 p.m. Scrabble Table Tennis Wednesdays Fridays Mondays Tuesdays Wednesdays Thursdays Fridays 1:00 p.m. Noon Noon - 4:30 p.m. 3:15-5:00 p.m. 3:00-4:30 p.m. 3:00-4:30 p.m. 3:00-4:30 p.m. Table Shuffleboard Daily Center hours October 2016 5
Monday 9:30 Language of Film 9:30 Mobile Devices (F/V) 10:00 German/Int. 10:00 Tai Chi 10:00 Ceramics/Int. 10:00 Chess Club Noon Table Tennis Noon Computers 2 (F/V) 12:15 Aquatic Exercise (at Sport Fit) 12:30 Stain Glass/Adv. 12:30 Pinochle 12:30 German/Beg. II 12:30 Tap Dance 1:00 Chair Fitness (V) 1:00 Mahjong 2:00 Traditional Drawing/Int. 2:30 Zumba Gold (F) Monday Specials Snack Bingo October 24, 10:00 a.m. Tuesday Specials Fireside Chat October 11, 11:00 a.m. Hot Topics October 18, 5:45 p.m. Tuesday 9:00 Bio-Fitness (F) 9:00 Studio Fine Art 9:00 Spanish I 9:00 Class Piano 9:30 Knitting and Crocheting/ Adv. 9:30 Writers Group (V) 9:30 Writing Memoirs 10:00 Pickle Ball (City Gym) 10:00 Word Processing (F/V) 10:00 Studio Fine Art 10:00 Current Issues 10:00 Bid Whist 10:30 Walk Aerobics/Strength (V) 11:00 Music Appreciation 11:00 Spanish II 11:30 Knitting and Crocheting/ Adv. Noon Writing Memoirs 12:30 American History 12:30 Printmaking 1:00 Windows 10 (F/V) 1:00 Bridge Club 1:00 Knitting/Beg. 1:00 Class Piano 1:00 Line Dancing 1:30 Spanish/Int. 2:30 Quilting/Beg. 3:15 Table Tennis 6:00 Zumba Gold (F) Classes Wednesday 8:50 Chair Yoga 9:00 French I 9:00 Stained Glass/Beg. 9:30 Mobile Devices (F/V) 10:00 Sign Language/Beg. 10:00 Painting I (Watercolor)/ Beg. - Adv. 10:00 Environmental: Alaska 10:30 Chair Yoga 11:00 French II 12:15 Aquatic Exercise (at Sport Fit) 12:30 Watercolor/Beg. - Adv. 1:00 Chair Fitness (V) 1:00 Art History 1:00 Scrabble 1:00 Tai Chi 1:30 French/Int. 1:30 Raiders of Artifacts 2:00 Estate Planning 3:00 Table Tennis Wednesday Specials Nature Walk October 5, 10:00 a.m. Computer Help October 5, 12, 19, and 26; 1:00 p.m. Guitar Music October 5, Noon Bonsai Show October 19, 9:00 a.m. - Noon Armchair Tour - Houses of God October 26, 12:30 p.m. 6 City of Bowie Senior Center
and Activities Room assignments are posted daily in the lobby. Thursday 9:00 Bio Fitness (F) 10:00 Pickle Ball (City Gym) 10:00 Word Processing (F/V) 10:00 Bid Whist 10:00 History/Great Speeches 10:00 Yoga/Adv. 10:00 Studio Fine Art 10:00 German/Beg. 10:00 History through Hollywood Noon Pilates 12:30 Pinochle 12:30 Social Bingo 1:00 Windows 10 (F/V) 1:00 Mahjong 2:00 Music Appreciation Opera 3:00 Table Tennis 2:30 Chorale 3:00 Ballroom Dance 5:30 Walk Aerobics Thursday Specials Birthday Celebration October 20, 12:30 p.m. Book Club - Cutting for Stone October 20, 10:00 a.m. Healthy Weight Basics October 27, 10:00 a.m. Friday 9:00 Walk Aerobics and Strength (V) 9:30 Traditional Drawing/Beg. 9:30 Video Creation (F/V) 10:00 Basic Spanish 10:00 Yoga/Beg. 10:00 Italian/Beg. 10:00 Ceramics/Beg. - Int. 10:00 Quilting/Int. 10:00 Tai Chi/Int. 10:00 Healthy Lifestyles (V) Noon Computers 2 (F/V) 12:30 Quilting/Int. CC) 12:30 Bridge Club (Duplicate) 12:30 Modern Painting, Part I 1:00 Chinese Exercise 1:00 Literature/Once Upon a Lifetime 2:30 Modern Painting, Part II 3:00 Table Tennis Friday Specials Piano Lounge October 7, 14, and 21; 12:30 p.m. Healthy Lifestyles October 7 and 21, 10:00 a.m. Charles Sullivan, Entertainer October 28, 12:30 p.m. Saturday 8:30 Yoga/Adv. 10:15 Yoga/Beg. 10:30 Parkinson s Exercise (V) Prince George s Community College (PGCC) SAGE (Seasoned Adults Growing Educationally) Continuing Education Classes offered at the Center The SAGE calendar consists of three trimesters - fall, spring, and summer. The fall trimester starts the week of October 3 and ends January 28. Maryland residents age 60 or older may register for as many nonconflicting courses as desired and pay one $75 registration fee to PGCC. Seniors age 55 to 60 may contact the Center or PGCC for fee information. Activities Legend CC - PGCC SAGE classes F - Fee V - Volunteer or Staff F/V - Fee/Volunteer October S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 October 2016 7
Trips and Transportation Center Trip Information Chartered bus trips depart from and return to the Kenhill Center, 2614 Kenhill Drive, Bowie. Park in the side lot only. Non-chartered bus trips depart from and return to the Bowie Senior Center. October 5 Queenstown Outlets and Cracker Barrel 7 Lunch Bunch at Golden Corral 11 Horseshoe Casino November 3 Lunch Bunch at Osaka 4 Samson at Sight & Sound (Full) 16 Harrington Slots 19 Sister Act at Toby s (Full) 20 Bowling in Crofton 27 Colonial Williamsburg (Full) 18 30 Homestead Gardens and Killarney House NYC Rockettes or a day on your own (Full) December 2 Lunch Bunch at LongHorn Note: The new trip brochure is available for October, November, and December trips. 7 A Christmas Carol at Toby s 13 Longwood Gardens 14 Belair Mansion Tea and Tour 20 Arundel Mills City of Bowie 29 Bowling in Crofton Transportation - Shuttle Services Special shuttle services are now available through the Center on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday. Signup at the front desk is necessary. The cost is 50 cents each time you board the bus. Anyone with a valid Center membership card may use the service. The Tuesday and Wednesday shuttle service makes a loop from the Center to Kohl s, Target, Walmart, and the Pointer Ridge Shopping Center and then returns to the Center. On Wednesday only, the shuttle service goes to Hilltop Plaza and Free State Mall and returns to the Center. The Friday shuttle service makes a loop from the Center through Bowie Town Center and returns to the Center. All departures from the Center will be at 10:00 and 11:00 a.m. There is a final RETURN-ONLY loop at noon. 8 City of Bowie Senior Center
Wellness Bowie Health Fair Special Offerings - Mark Shields, Wellness Coordinator One of the most common complaints I hear from members about visiting the doctor is that it all seems so rushed. With increased work demands on physicians these days, they often can t spend as much time with patients as either party would like. Well, now s your chance to have some time with a doctor to have your most pressing questions answered. At the upcoming Bowie Health Fair on Saturday, October 15, there will be several opportunities for you to engage with a doctor either in a group setting or one-on-one. Dr. Stephanie Trifoglio, who is board certified in internal medicine and geriatrics, will have open discussion periods. The community brings questions and it generates both answers and more questions from others in the group. One topic leads to another and a lively discussion ensues. The group is limited to 20 people. Registration assures a space, but walk-ins will be welcomed if space is available. To register, please call 301-809-2026. There will also be oneon-one Ask a Doc stations at the Dimensions Surgery Center. At various times, a cardiologist, an OB-GYN doctor, and emergency and family medicine doctors will be available. Speaking of rushed lives, a big hurdle for many trying to improve their health is eating better while being short on time. If you re looking for some quick and easy meal options to improve your health or help weight loss, join us at noon during the health fair at the Bowie Senior Center where I will be giving a talk on the subject. This will be an interactive session so the group can share their ideas as well so others may benefit. It s time to simplify nutrition. Flu Vaccines It is that time of year again to start thinking about getting your flu vaccine. There are several options. The annual Bowie Health Fair which will be held on Saturday, October 15, will have 200 vaccines available for free on a first-come-first-served basis. The vaccines will be administered at the Bowie Gymnasium. The fair starts at 11:00 a.m., but it is advisable to arrive early. The Safeway pharmacy at the Bowie Town Center also offers free vaccines for seniors who have Medicare Part B. Many health insurances will also cover the cost. So, feel free to call the pharmacy at 301-262-7733 to confirm your insurance coverage. Here are some tips to avoid getting or spreading the flu: Try to avoid close contact with sick people. While sick, limit contact with others as much as possible to keep from infecting them. Please do not work out while you have the flu. Not only can it endanger the life of others, it can make your symptoms worse and even be fatal. Wash your hands often with soap and water. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand rub. Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth. Germs spread this way. Be extra cautious when in a gym setting. For example, use the inside of your shirt when you need to rub your eyes. Healthy Weight Basics Thursday, October 27, 10:30 a.m. Join us as Wallace Merriman, a local personal trainer, discusses the basics of achieving a healthy weight. With so many fad diets and misinformation in the media and online, it can be difficult to determine the safest and most effective way to manage your weight through nutrition. This workshop will cover the basic concepts of achieving a healthy weight loss, along with strategies for making it happen. October 2016 9
Information Information & Referral Services Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. The Center offers assistance to seniors in the community by providing information and referrals in areas such as health care, finance, family issues, housing options, and many others. Come to the Center or call 301-809-2377 for an appointment. Printed resources are also available. This year-round outreach service is available to help equip seniors and their families with vital information that they need to live the life they choose. Each month a different informative presentation is given at the Center through the Fireside Chat program. An additional information-packed evening program is also offered each month through the Hot Topics program. Fireside Chat: Seniors Matter - Gloria Gaddy Tuesday, October 11, 11:00 a.m. In my work as Service Information & Referral Specialist, I sometimes wonder how those of us in the industry can continually improve our focus on the goals and preferences of the people we serve. We all are passionate about making a difference in the lives of seniors and family caregivers; but, sometimes I am concerned that the day-to-day realities of business and policy can distract from what really matters to them. We will chat about dignity, independence, and successfully aging in place. Please join us and bring someone with you. Hot Topics: Are you Prepared for the Next Disaster? Tuesday, October 18, 5:45-6:45 p.m. Preparing makes sense for older Americans. Get ready now. The likelihood that you and your family will recover from an emergency tomorrow often depends on the planning and preparation done today. Professionals from the Red Cross and our first responders will provide information that will help you get ready now. This topic is open to the public so don t miss out. Support Group for Widowed Persons Thursdays, October 6 to November 10, 2:00-4:00 p.m. The group offers emotional support and practical advice for widowed men or women to help them adapt to their new circumstances. For more information and to register for the scheduled sessions, call 301-577-4312 or 301-483-8202. Support group sessions are sponsored by the Patuxent Widowed Persons Service. Stay Informed with Alert Bowie The Alert Bowie system provides accurate, up-to-the-minute, emergency notifications and informational messages from the City of Bowie wherever you may be and however you want to receive them, i.e., email, phone, text, etc. To read about it and sign up, visit www.cityofbowie.org. 10 City of Bowie Senior Center
Services Blood Pressure Checks A volunteer nurse will be available for blood pressure checks on: Thursday, October 6, 10:00-11:00 a.m. Friday, October 7, 10:00-11:00 a.m. Tuesday, October 11, 12:30-1:30 p.m. Monday, October 17, 10:00-11:30 a.m. Tuesday, October 25, 12:30-1:30 p.m. Thursday, October 27, 10:00-11:00 a.m. Special Interest Groups Parkinson s Exercise Saturdays 10:30-11:30 a.m. Diabetic Support Monday, October 3 10:30-11:45 a.m. Hearing-Impaired Thursday, October 6 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Fireside Chat Tuesday, October 11 11:00 a.m. Caregiver Support Tuesday, October 11 10:00-11:00 a.m. Stroke Support Wednesday, October 12 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. NAMI Saturday, October 15 9:30-11:00 a.m. Parkinson s Support Monday, October 24 10:00 a.m. - noon Red Cross Community Blood Drive Saturdays, October 8 and November 19 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. To make an appointment, please call 1-800-733-2767. October 2016 11
Bowie Senior Center 14900 Health Center Dr., Bowie, MD 20716 301-809-2300 www.cityofbowie.org/seniorcenter Mission Statement The mission of the Bowie Senior Center is to serve, support, and enhance the lives of seniors 55 years and older by providing programs and services that promote active, independent, and healthy lifestyles. The Center is open to all independent seniors 55 years and older. There is no membership fee. The hours of operation are Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; Tuesday and Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.; and Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to noon. For information about current programs or day-trip schedules, stop by the Center for the monthly newsletter and trip list, visit our web page at www.cityofbowie.org/seniorcenter, or call 301-809-2300. Senior Services Manager 301-809-2325 Kathy White Assistant Manager 301-809-2326 Laurel Raymond Wellness Coordinator 301-809-2376 Mark Shields Information & Referral Specialist 301-809-2377 Gloria Gaddy Program Assistants 301-809-2327 Marchette Alexander, Judith Lorenz, and Trish McCants Receptionists 301-809-2300 Monica Leonard and Belinda Press Transportation Services The City of Bowie offers curb-to-curb transportation within the city limits for Bowie senior citizens and adults with disabilities. This service is available on a priority basis for medical appointments, shopping, Center activities, senior clubs, and other trips. A lift-equipped bus is available for those in need. When making an appointment, please let the staff know if a liftequipped bus is needed. A fee of 50 cents each way is requested. To make an appointment, please call 301-809-2324. Staff Maintenance 301-809-2373 Javon Alexander and Ray Esguerra Senior Nutrition Aide 301-809-2300 Diane Clemons Transportation 301-809-2324 Sue O Toole Bus Drivers John Bannan, Robert Caldwell, Venard Gray, Gary Harash, Dean Moore, Kevin Richardson, John Scanlon, Henry Schneider, Darryl Stafford, and Gerald Tucker Advisory Board The purpose of the board is to advise and assist the Senior Services Manager in promoting the Center and its services to Bowie seniors. We encourage you to get to know our board members: Herb Briscoe, Sid Cousins, David Dasenbrock, Lottie Graham, Attrue Johnson, Faye Miner, Eunice Romano, Paula Williams, and Steve Williams. Nutrition Program Meals are served at the Center Mondays through Fridays at 11:30 a.m. They are provided through the Prince George s County Department of Family Services, Aging Services Division, Senior Nutrition Program. The county pays $5.75 per meal. Seniors are asked to donate as much as they can. Reservations are required 48 hours in advance. Cancellations should be made as soon as possible. Please call 301-809-2356. Free notary service is available for seniors by appointment. Please call 301-809-2300. Alternative versions of this newsletter are available upon request. 12 City of Bowie Senior Center