If you’re a ‘beach swimming, sun tanning’ kind of individual, you probably don’t look forward to Labor Day or the end of the summer season.  I, on the other hand, am doing my autumn happy dance!  Of all the seasons, this is my favorite.  Cool, crisp days mean perfect conditions for biking, walking or in my case, some serious yard work.  It’s simply a great time to be outdoors so grab your jacket or cap, head outside and enjoy the day!

We’ll be holding an End of Summer Ballroom Dance on Thursday, September 23rd in the activity room.  The dance starts at 6:30 and costs $6 so we hope you’ll mark your calendars and join us for a fun evening.  It’s almost Fryeburg Fair time and Jill is looking for crafters to let us borrow a sampling of their most recent creations.  Please label your items and bring them to Jill by September 29th.  She’ll also need a couple of artistic people willing to help set up the display after lunch on Thursday September 30th.

Have a good week, pray for our servicemen, the people of Haiti and those living along the Gulf coast.  God bless!

Mon.  Sept. 6   Gibson Center closed in observance of Labor Day.
      
Tues.  Sept. 7   Strength, balance & stretch classes begin at 9:30 in the activity room.
Lunch begins at noon at our Silver Lake meal site.  After lunch we’ll start showing part 1 of the Ken Burn’s series “The Civil War”.  All are welcome!
   
Wed.  Sept. 8   Wii games are available from Noon to 1:30.
   Game day begins at 12:30 in the activity room.

Thurs.  Sept. 9   Chair exercise class begins at 10:30 in the activity room.
      Medicare counseling is available from noon – 1:00 in the dining room.
(Postponed until Tuesday, September 21st.)         An Emergency preparedness training seminar begins at 12:30 in the activity room.
                                       
Fri.   Sept. 10      The Nutrition council will meet in the pool room at 9:00.
         Strength, balance & stretch class begins at 9:30 in the activity room.
Ballroom dance class begins at 12:30pm in the activity room.
         
         
UPCOMING PROGRAMS

-Blood pressure clinics will be offered the last Wednesday of each month from 11:45 0 12:45.
-Spinal screenings will be available Monday, September 13 with Dr. Joe Chisari.
-Ballroom dance classes will be offered September 3, 10, 17 & 24 at 12:30.  Cost is $25 members, $35 nonmembers
-A Summer tea will be held on September 21 at 4:00 on the patio.
-Free dermatology screenings will be offered on Thursday, September 23rd at 12:30.  This is a paid sales presentation.
- Dwight Smith’s slide show begins at 12:30 on September 30th.

Upcoming trips need sign ups as soon as possible so that we can purchase tickets.  Call 356-3231 to reserve a spot.
•   Vote in the Primary:  Door to Door transportation.  Tuesday, September 14th Early AM
•   Steamboats: Tuesday, September 14th.  10-5, $13
•   Highland Games: Friday, September 17th. 9-5 $32 lunch on own
•   Bowling Banquet at the new DQ: Monday the 27th, after our last day bowling.
•   Fall Foliage Tour & Clarks Trading Post:  Tuesday, September 28th, 9-5.  $23 lunch on own
•   Portland POP’S Concerts: 11/13, music of Frank Sinatra $54; 12/17 Magic of Christmas $63; 4/10/11 music of Elvis $54
•   Bermuda Cruise:  June 3-10, 2011.  Norwegian Dawn featuring freestyle cruising concept.  Meals are included on ship in the six main dining rooms.  Ship features 14 dining options, pools, spas, casino, nightly shows…  Three nights in port, four at sea.  Optional time on own in Bermuda.   Price includes basic meals, outside room, taxes, tips, transportation to Boston ( for 10+), and insurance.  Pretrip show, 11/5 @ 12:30

You can learn about other programs and trips coming up by going to our web site at www.gibsoncenter.org/social.

MENU: Monday: Labor Day- Gibson Center closed, Tuesday: hamburger stroganoff; Wednesday: chicken pot pie; Thursday: barbeque chicken, Friday: baked stuffed scrod.

Just when you decide to stop listening to the news because it’s simply too depressing, you hear a story like this.  A young girl sees an elderly individual digging through a trash can searching for food.  Disturbed by what she has witnessed, the girl takes action.  For the past two years Hannah Dutton, a resident of our valley has held her birthday parties in the town park and asked her guests to bring cash donations instead of presents.  She has then presented all the funds to the Gibson Center for our nutrition program.  It seems Hannah has learned a lesson we all need to remember.  One person CAN make a difference.  Thank you Hannah.

Don’t forget our annual Labor Day Craft Fair will be taking place on September 4th & 5th.  We’ll have a lawn full of crafters from all over New England displaying and selling their amazing handmade wares.  R&R Woodworkers, a local crafter will be on hand with a display of their beautifully hand-made Adirondack chairs.  It’s always fun to see what new and exciting items are available.  Mark your calendars and plan to join us.  I also want to mention that the Carriage Shop is looking for a volunteer to work in the shop on Mondays.  If you’re interest, please call Karen at 356-3231.  Don’t forget to check the program listings below for additional programs and trips coming up. 
Have a good week, pray for our servicemen, the people of Haiti and those living along the Gulf coast.  God bless!

Mon.  Aug. 30   Chair exercise class begins at 10:30 in the activity room.   
   Board the bus for bowling in Fryeburg at 12:30.
   Dr. Joe Chisari will offer free spinal screening in the activity at 12:30.
      
Tues.  Aug. 31   Lunch begins at 12 noon at our Silver Lake meal site. 
   A Republican Forum begins at 12:30 in the activity room.

Wed.  Sept. 1   Board the bus for Two Lights Park at 9:00.
Wii games are available from Noon to 1:30.
   Game day begins at 12:30 in the activity room.

Thurs.  Sept. 2   Chair exercise class begins at 10:30 in the activity room.
         RSVP meets in the social room at 10:30 today.
         Medicare counseling is available from noon – 1:00 in the dining room.
         Dwight’s slide show begins at 12:30 in the activity room.
                                       
Fri.   Sept. 3      Ballroom dance class begins at 12:30 pm in the activity room.
         
Monday, September 6   Gibson Center will be closed in observance of Labor Day.
         
UPCOMING PROGRAMS
•   Strength, Balance & Stretch classes will be offered on Tuesdays & Fridays 9:30 – 10:30 for 12 weeks.  $65 for members, $75 for non members.
Upcoming trips need sign ups as soon as possible so that we can purchase tickets.  Call 356-3231 to reserve a spot.
•   There is still room on the bus for our Lancaster County Show Trip in October.  Four days, the show Joseph, Amish tours, bus, room and 2 meals a day, for only $425 ppdo.
•   Southern Charm: October 16-22, 2011. $2189. 7 days, 10 meals. Charleston, Savannah, Jekyll Island Club, Jacksonville.  Includes Airfare, hotel, gratuities, insurance, 2 nights most places.  History & Glamour.
•   Trains of the Colorado Rockies: June 8-17 2011. $2639.  9 days, 12 meals. Georgetown Loop RR, Silverton-Durango RR, Royal Gorge RR, Pike’s Peak Cog RR, Mesa Verde, Co. Nat'l Monument, Rocky Mt. Nat'l Park, Estes Park, Garden of the Gods.  Air, hotels, gratuities. Ins. 2 nights per hotel.

You can learn about other programs and trips coming up by going to our web site at www.gibsoncenter.org/social.

MENU: Monday: roast beef hash, Tuesday: pork stew espanole; Wednesday: Al’s baked chicken; Thursday: macaroni & cheese, Friday: Chef’s Choice of entrée.

   While in school I remember watching a documentary on the great depression.  I found it odd that during a very difficult time in our country’s history – foreclosures, high unemployment, market crashes, etc. – people were going out to dance marathons and movie theaters and watching “fluffy” Hollywood musicals full of well dressed rich folk sipping champagne.  Then it dawned on me.  People weren’t ignoring the bad things happening around them, they just needed a little break, an escape from all their troubles for an hour or two.  My mom had to quit high school in her teens and go to work to help out her family but I recall her telling me about the day she called in sick so she could sneak off to the movies and go to the theater to see “Gone With The Wind”.  If I close my eyes, I can still see that big smile on her face. 
    If you’re looking for some fun things to do this week I have a couple of suggestions.  We still have a couple of openings for the Ossipee Lake boat ride on Friday, August 6th from 9:30 – 3:00.  The trip includes a narrated tour of this beautiful lake describing the history, flora and fauna, a box lunch and a stop for ice cream on the way home. We hope you’ll join us for the White Lake picnic on Wednesday, August 25th.  Say you’re from Gibson and receive free admission into the park.  The suggested donation for lunch is $4.  Bring your lawn chair, sun screen and a hat.  Plan to play cards, walk around the lake, go swimming or kayaking.  Lunch is served at noon, but come early and stay late.   Wednesday afternoons you can join us for game day or stop by Friday mornings and sign up for a ballroom dance class.  Don’t forget to check the program listings below for additional programs and trips coming up. 
Have a good week, pray for our servicemen, the people of Haiti and those living along the Gulf coast.  God bless!

Mon.  Aug. 2   Chair exercise class begins at 10:30 in the activity room.   
   Board the bus for bowling in Fryeburg at 12:30.
   Van pick-up begins after 3:00 for the Salvation Army New York Staff Band.
   
Tues.  Aug. 3   Lunch begins at 12 noon at our Silver Lake meal site. 
   The bus leaves at 9:30 for the Winslow Homer exhibit at the Portland Museum of Art. POSTPONED UNTIL AUGUST 10TH

Wed.  Aug. 4   Wii games are available from Noon to 1:30.
   Game day begins at 12:30 in the activity room.

Thurs.  Aug. 5   Chair exercise class begins at 10:30 in the activity room.
         Medicare counseling is available from noon – 1:00 in the dining room.
                                       
Fri.   Aug. 6      Ballroom dance class begins at 9:45 in the activity room.
         Board the bus at 9:30 for the Ossipee Lake boat ride.
         
UPCOMING PROGRAMS
•   Come for an evening of dance at Silver Lake on Tuesday, August 24th from 6:00-8:00.  Cost is $6.
•   Attend Gibson Night at M&D Productions Thursday August 26th.  Reserve tickets to see Arthur Miller’s “All My Sons”.  Say you’re from Gibson and pay only $15 for the show or $45 for dinner & show.  Call 662-7591.
Upcoming trips need sign ups as soon as possible so that we can purchase tickets.  Call 356-3231 to reserve a spot.
•   Ernest in Love: Thursday, August 19 $40 door to door service, show at the Barnstormers, dinner in the famous hardware store!  Dinner is on your own.
•   Willowbrook Village:  Fri, Aug. 27, $16
•   Trains of the Colorado Rockies: June 8-17 2011. $2639.  9 days, 12 meals. Georgetown Loop RR, Silverton-Durango RR, Royal Gorge RR, Pike’s Peak Cog RR, Mesa Verde, Co. Nat'l Monument, Rocky Mt. Nat'l Park, Estes Park, Garden of the Gods.  Air, hotels, gratuities. Ins. 2 nights per hotel.
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You can learn about other programs and trips coming up by going to our web site at www.gibsoncenter.org/social.

MENU: Monday: hamburger stroganoff, Tuesday: chicken & sausage cacciatore; Wednesday:  macaroni & cheese; Thursday:  ham croquettes; Friday: lemon caper scrod.



I’m told we are looking for a volunteer to work in the Carriage Shop either Monday or Wednesday mornings 10:00-12:30.  If you have two hours a week to spare please contact Karen at 356-3231.

•   My Way, a Musical Tribute to Frank Sinatra: Mon. Aug 9 door to door service 4pm $39
•   Two Lights State Park and lunch at the Lobster Shack: Wednesday, September 1, $12.  Lunch on your own
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•   There is still room on the bus for our Lancaster County Show Trip in October.  Four days, the show Joseph,  Amish tours, bus, room and 2 meals a day, for only $425 ppdo.
•   Southern Charm: October 16-22, 2011. $2189. 7 days, 10 meals. Charleston, Savannah, Jekyll Island Club, Jacksonville.  Includes Airfare, hotel, gratuities, insurance, 2 nights most places.  History & Glamour.

   Did you ever have “one of those days”?  Well for me, it was one of those weekends.  It all started one evening with an ache in my lower back.  By the next morning I was walking around looking like the hunchback of Notre Dame.  I made a visit to the local clinic, got plenty of bed rest and am now able to walk in a normal, upright position!  It wasn’t one of my most exciting 4th of July weekends but… all’s well, that ends well.  Hope you had a good one.
   Things went along much better here at the center this past weekend.  The weather was amazing and we had a great turnout for our annual craft fair.  Thanks to all who came out to support this fine event.  With the summer season in full swing, I want to let everyone know there will be a Summer Evening Ballroom Dance taking place this Wednesday, July 14th from 6:30 – 9:00 pm.  Jill is busy preparing the activity room for this fun event and Alice Clapp will be on hand to host the event, set up the music and help you with some great dance moves.  The cost is only $6 plus a canned good for our food pantry.  It’s a fun time with plenty of refreshments so we hope you will join us.
Have a good week, pray for our servicemen, the people of Haiti and those living along the Gulf coast.  God bless!

Mon.  July 12   Chair exercise class begins at 10:30 in the activity room.   
   Water color class with Carl Owen at 12:30 in the activity room.
   
Tues.  July 13   Lunch begins at 12 noon at our Silver Lake meal site. 
   Board the bus at 9:30 am for the Portland Museum of Fine Art. Postponed until August 3rd

Wed.  July 14   Wii games are available 10:30-11:30 & Noon to 1:30.
   Game day begins at 12:30 in the activity room.
Summer Evening Ballroom Dance begins at 6:30 in the activity room.

Thurs.  July 15   Chair exercise class begins at 10:30 in the activity room.
         Medicare counseling is cancelled this week.
         Dwight Smith presents a Train Slide show at 12:30 in the activity room.
                              
Fri.   July 16      Ballroom dance class begins at 9:45 in the activity room.
Gibson Walking Club meets in the activity room at 10:15.
         
A Flatbread fundraiser for the Gibson Center will be held on Tuesday, July 27th from 6:30 – 9:00.        

UPCOMING
•   Free blood pressure clinic on July 28 from 11:45 – 12:45 in the dining room
•   Come to the AARA meeting on Thusday, July 29th at 12:30 pm and find out what is happening politically for seniors, especially what you can do for the Hearing Aid bill.
•   Beasley & Ferber will hold an estate planning seminar at Gibson on Tuesday, July 20th at 12:30 pm.
•   Attend Gibson Night at M&D Productions Thursday August 26th.  Reserve tickets to see Arthur Miller’s “All My Sons”.  Say you’re from Gibson and pay only $15 for the show or $45 for dinner & show.  Call 662-7591.

MENU: Monday: hamburger stroganoff, Tuesday: chicken bangalore; Wednesday:  pork & sausage cassoulet; Thursday:  Cathy’s meatloaf; Friday: baked black oak ham.

Upcoming trips need sign ups as soon as possible so that we can purchase tickets.  Call 356-3231 to reserve a spot.
•   There is still room on the bus for our Lancaster County Show Trip in October.  Four days, the show Joseph,  Amish tours, bus, room and 2 meals a day, for only $425 ppdo.
•   Trains of the Colorado Rockies: June 8-17 2011. $2639.  9 days, 12 meals. Georgetown Loop RR, Silverton-Durango RR, Royal Gorge RR, Pike’s Peak Cog RR, Mesa Verde, Co. Nat'l Monument, Rocky Mt. Nat'l Park, Estes Park, Garden of the Gods.  Air, hotels, gratuities. Ins. 2 nights per hotel.
•   Southern Charm: October 16-22, 2011. $2189. 7 days, 10 meals. Charleston, Savannah, Jekyll Island Club, Jacksonville.  Includes Airfare, hotel, gratuities, insurance, 2 nights most places.  History & Glamour.

I’m told we are looking for a volunteer to work in the Carriage Shop either Monday or Wednesday mornings 10:00-12:30.  If you have two hours a week to spare please contact Karen at 356-3231.

You can learn about other programs and trips coming up by going to our web site at www.gibsoncenter.org/social.

•   My Way, a Musical Tribute to Frank Sinatra: Mon. Aug 9 door to door service 4pm $39
•   Ernest in Love: door to door service, show at the Barnstormers, dinner in the famous hardware store! 4pm, $40 dinner on your own.
•   Willowbrook Village:  Fri, Aug. 27, $16
•   Two Lights State Park and lunch at the Lobster Shack: Wednesday, September 1, $12.  Lunch on your own

Happy Independence Day!I would be remiss if I didn’t remind everyone that our annual 4th of July Craft Fair will be going on this coming weekend.  Hopefully the weather will be good so people can park their cars and enjoy a leisurely stroll through town and the fair.  There will be a great variety of craftsmen here for this two day event and lots of great deals.  R&R Woodworkers, a local crafter will be here with some of their beautifully hand-made Adirondack chairs as well as dealers from all over New England.  Mark you calendars and plan to join us any time from 10:00 to 5:00 this coming Saturday & Sunday, and 10:00-3:00 on Monday.

The nice people at M&D Productions are going to offer a Gibson Night at the Theater, for upcoming performances.  On Thursday, August 26th will be the first night.  When you call to make reservations, say you are from the Gibson Center, and you can purchase tickets for only $15, or dinner and a show for only $45.  Call them directly at 662-7591

Have a good week, pray for our servicemen, the people of Haiti and those living along the Gulf coast.  God bless!

Mon.  July 5   Gibson Center closed to observe Independence Day   
      
Tues.  July 6   European art history with artist Carl Owen begins at 12:30.
   Lunch begins at 12 noon at our Silver Lake meal site. 
   SeaDogs Game, board the bus at 4:00 pm

Wed.  July 7   Wii games are available 10:30-11:30 & Noon to 1:30.
   Game day begins at 12:30 in the activity room.

Thurs.  July 8   Chair exercise class begins at 10:30 in the activity room.
         Medicare counseling is available 12:00 – 1:00 in the dining room.
                              
Fri.   July 9      Ballroom dance class begins at 10:00 in the activity room.
Gibson Walking Club meets in the activity room at 10:15.
         Patio Tea serving scones and tea, 4:00 pm, please call to reserve a seat, 356-3231

A Flatbread fundraiser for the Gibson Center will be held on Tuesday, July 27th from 6:30 – 9:00.        
Upcoming trips need sign ups as soon as possible so that we can purchase tickets.  Call 356-3231 to reserve a spot.
•   My Way, a Musical Tribute to Frank Sinatra: Mon. Aug 9 door to door service 4pm $39
•   Ernest in Love: door to door service, show at the Barnstormers, dinner in the famous hardware store! 4pm, $40 dinner on your own.
•   Willowbrook Village:  Fri, Aug. 27, $16
•   Two Lights State Park and lunch at the Lobster Shack: Wednesday, September 1, $12.  Lunch on your own

MENU: Monday: closed, Tuesday: BBQ chicken; Wednesday:  Salisbury steak; Thursday:  ham and cheese strata; Friday: macaroni and cheese.


•   Trains of the Colorado Rockies: June 8-17 2011. $2639.  9 days, 12 meals. Georgetown Loop RR, Silverton-Durango RR, Royal Gorge RR, Pike’s Peak Cog RR, Mesa Verde, Co. Nat'l Monument, Rocky Mt. Nat'l Park, Estes Park, Garden of the Gods.  Air, hotels, gratuities. Ins. 2 nights per hotel.
•   Southern Charm: October 16-22, 2011. $2189. 7 days, 10 meals. Charleston, Savannah, Jekyll Island Club, Jacksonville.  Includes Airfare, hotel, gratuities, insurance, 2 nights most places.  History & Glamour.

I’m told we are looking for a volunteer to work in the Carriage Shop either Monday or Wednesday mornings 10:00-12:30.  If you have two hours a week to spare please contact Karen at 356-3231.

You can learn about other programs and trips coming up by going to our web site at www.gibsoncenter.org/social.

I was sitting at my desk last week when I looked at the calendar and suddenly realized that next week we’d be celebrating the 4th of July.  It was rather alarming.  Where had June gone??  I guess what my mother use to say really is true – the older you get, the faster time goes.  Happy Independence Day!
I would be remiss if I didn’t remind everyone that our annual 4th of July Craft Fair will be going on this coming weekend.  Hopefully the weather will be good so people can park their cars and enjoy a leisurely stroll through town and the fair.  There will be a great variety of craftsmen here for this two day event and lots of great deals.  R&R Woodworkers, a local crafter will be here with some of their beautifully hand-made Adirondack chairs as well as dealers from all over New England.  Mark you calendars and plan to join us any time from 10:00 to 5:00 this coming Saturday & Sunday. 
In closing, we received some sad news regarding one of our long time volunteers and Francine wanted to include a few words of remembrance in this week’s Gleanings.
It was with great sadness that we learned of the passing of one of our volunteers, Yvonne Kinsman of Bartlett. Yvonne devoted many years and many hours to maintaining our Bartlett Meal Site at the VFW on River St.
Every Wednesday, Yvonne faithfully appeared at the meal site to organize for the noontime meal delivered by volunteers from the Gibson Center kitchen. She spent many hours over the sink, her hands protected by rubber gloves, scraping, brushing, soaking and rinsing, and always happy to do it.  As Bartlett’s beloved Helen Hayes became frailer, Yvonne picked her up and took her safely home, so she wouldn’t miss out on the camaraderie, the highlight of her week. Yvonne’s care and concern were deeply appreciated by Helen.  It is to these volunteers, such as Yvonne, who retired quietly after the meal site was closed, but became a weekly diner at Gibson, that we owe such a debt of gratitude for supporting the Gibson Center’s mission to maintain senior wellness and independence. We pray that she is at peace.
Have a good week, pray for our servicemen, the people of Haiti and those living along the Gulf coast.  God bless!

Mon.  June 28   Chair exercise class begins at 10:30 in the activity room.
   Bill Binnie will speak in the dining room at 11:15.
Watercolor class with artist Carl Owen begins at 12:30.
   Board the bus for bowling in Fryeburg at 12:30.
      
Tues.  June 29   European art history with artist Carl Owen begins at 12:30.
   Lunch begins at 12 noon at our Silver Lake meal site. 

Wed.  June 30   Wii games are available 10:30-11:30 & Noon to 1:30.
   A free Blood Pressure clinic begins at 11:45 in the dining room.
Game day begins at 12:30 in the activity room.

Thurs.  July 1   Chair exercise class begins at 10:30 in the activity room.
         Medicare counseling is available 12:00 – 1:00 in the dining room.
                              
Fri.   July 2      Leave Gibson at 9:00 to cruise on the  M/S Mount Washington.
Ballroom dance class begins at 10:00 in the activity room.
         Join us for an Independence Day indoor picnic & music at 11:30.
A Flatbread fundraiser for the Gibson Center will be held on Tuesday, July 27th from 6:30 – 9:00.        
Upcoming trips need sign ups as soon as possible so that we can purchase tickets.  Call 356-3231 to reserve a spot.
•   My Way, a Musical Tribute to Frank Sinatra: Mon. Aug 9 door to door service 4pm $39
•   Ernest in Love: door to door service, show at the Barnstormers, dinner in the famous hardware store! 4pm, $40 dinner on your own.
•   Willowbrook Village:  Fri, Aug. 27, $16
•   Two Lights State Park and lunch at the Lobster Shack: Wednesday, September 1, $12.  Lunch on your own

MENU: Monday: sausage & cheese strata, Tuesday: beef stroganoff; Wednesday:  Kim’s chicken casserole; Thursday:  Bavarian meatloaf ; Friday: hot dogs & hamburgers.


•   Trains of the Colorado Rockies: June 8-17 2011. $2639.  9 days, 12 meals. Georgetown Loop RR, Silverton-Durango RR, Royal Gorge RR, Pike’s Peak Cog RR, Mesa Verde, Co. Nat'l Monument, Rocky Mt. Nat'l Park, Estes Park, Garden of the Gods.  Air, hotels, gratuities. Ins. 2 nights per hotel.
•   Southern Charm: October 16-22, 2011. $2189. 7 days, 10 meals. Charleston, Savannah, Jekyll Island Club, Jacksonville.  Includes Airfare, hotel, gratuities, insurance, 2 nights most places.  History & Glamour.






I’m told we are looking for a volunteer to work in the Carriage Shop either Monday or Wednesday mornings 10:00-12:30.  If you have two hours a week to spare please contact Karen at 356-3231.

You can learn about other programs and trips coming up by going to our web site at www.gibsoncenter.org/social.

Gibson Walking Club meets in the activity room at 10:15.

Welcome the first official day of summer!  While Spring arrived early this year, we have had several teasers, but perhaps real summer like weather will be here to stay!  Even though the weather has been on and off this Spring, it is certainly better then the last two rainy Springs and Summers.  Our garden is actually green this year…it is getting some sunlight and water…maybe we will finally have tomatoes fresh from the garden  

Sometime peer support is accountability, and that is just what we need to meet our goals, especially those goals that we know are good for us!  There are people who meet every Friday morning and go for a walk.  Some are meanderers, who stop and smell the flowers, others are more experienced walkers, who are out for a cardiovascular workout.  Which ever group you are in, there are people who will walk with you!  Join us this Friday at 10:15 for our Walking Club.  We will be back in time for lunch.

With summer finally here, we’re looking for some senior volunteers to sub for us in the dining room.  If you have two free hours during the week, please contact the nutrition department at 356-3231

You can learn about other programs and trips coming up by going to our web site at www.gibsoncenter.org/social.  Have a good week, pray for our servicemen, the people of Haiti and those living along the Gulf coast.  God bless!

Mon.  June 21   Chair exercise class begins at 10:30 in the activity room.
Watercolor class with artist Carl Owen begins at 12:30.
   Board the bus for bowling in Fryeburg at 12:30.
      
Tues.  June 22   AARP Safe Driving, part 1 begins at 12:15 in the activity room
No Class this week, join us next week for European art history with artist Carl Owen begins at 12:30.
Board the bus at 8am for a trip to the Portsmouth Naval Yard.
   Lunch begins at 12 noon at our Silver Lake meal site. 

Wed.  June 23   Wii games are available 10:30-11:30 & Noon to 1:30.
   Game day begins at 12:30.

Thurs.  June 24   Chair exercise class begins at 10:30 in the activity room.
Gail Monet will be here, visits are first come, first served.
         Medicare counseling is available 12:00 – 1:00 in the dining room.
   AARP Safe Driving, part 2 begins at 12:15 in the activity room.
                           
Fri.   June 25      Ballroom dance class begins at 9:45am in the activity room.
         Gibson Walking Club meets in the activity room at 10:15.
         
         
Upcoming trips need sign ups as soon as possible so that we can purchase tickets.  Call 356-3231 to reserve a spot.
•   My Way, a Musical Tribute to Frank Sinatra: Mon. Aug 9 door to door service 4pm $39
•   Ernest in Love: door to door service, show at the Barnstormers, dinner in the famous hardware store! 4pm, $40 dinner on your own.
•   Willowbrook Village:  Fri, Aug. 27, $16
•   Two Lights State Park and lunch at the Lobster Shack: Wednesday, September 1, $12.  Lunch on your own
•   Trains of the Colorado Rockies: June 8-17 2011. $2639.  9 days, 12 meals. Georgetown Loop RR, Silverton-Durango RR, Royal Gorge RR, Pike’s Peak Cog RR, Mesa Verde, Co. Nat'l Monument, Rocky Mt. Nat'l Park, Estes Park, Garden of the Gods.  Air, hotels, gratuities. Ins. 2 nights per hotel.
•   Southern Charm: October 16-22, 2011. $2189. 7 days, 10 meals. Charleston, Savannah, Jekyll Island Club, Jacksonville.  Includes Airfare, hotel, gratuities, insurance, 2 nights most places.  History & Glamour.

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MENU: Monday: Al’s baked chicken, Tuesday: macaroni and cheeses with ham; Wednesday:  spaghetti & meatballs; Thursday:  sausage and bean bake ; Friday chicken and veggie stirfry

I’m told we are looking for a volunteer to work in the Carriage Shop either Monday or Wednesday mornings 10:00-12:30.  If you have two hours a week to spare please contact Karen at 356-3231.


For the month of June, Soyfire Candle on Rt. 16 in North Conway will give 20% of the sales to the Gibson Center IF you SAY your purchase is for the Gibson Center when you check out.  This also applies to online orders.  When filling out the check out information, just put “Gibson Center” in the Address 2 line on the form, just go to www.soyfire.com.

About twenty years ago, my uncle came for a visit and as a special treat I stopped at a local farm stand to buy fresh corn.  Unfortunately, when he found out I had paid 30 cents an ear he told me he couldn’t possibly eat it   At that price, the corn just wouldn’t taste any good.  My uncle passed away a few years ago so I can only imagine what he would say to me if he ever heard how much I paid for a bag of bing cherries yesterday.  Oh Lord!!

We have some great programs going on this week including a presentation on the USO by a friend of the Waltzes this Thursday, June 17th at 12:30.  He is taking a bike trip to raise funds and awareness of this great and very important organization. Later that evening, Alice Clapp is back to host our first Summer Solstice dance from 6:30 – 9:00.  The cost is $6 plus a donation to our food pantry.  Hope you will join us.  We also hope you can come to our special Father’s Day luncheon on Friday June 18th.  We’re looking forward to honoring all you Dads out there.  With summer finally here, we’re looking for some senior volunteers to sub for us in the dining room.  If you have two free hours during the week, please contact the nutrition department at 356-3231

You can learn about other programs and trips coming up by going to our web site at www.gibsoncenter.org/social.  Have a good week, pray for our servicemen, the people of Haiti and those living along the Gulf coast.  God bless!

Mon.  June 14   Help us celebrate Flag Day by decorating a flag cake with Jill in the activity room at 9:45.
Chair exercise class begins at 10:30 in the activity room.
Watercolor class with artist Carl Owen begins at 12:30.
   Board the bus for bowling in Fryeburg at 12:30.
      
Tues.  June 15   European art history with artist Carl Owen begins at 12:30.
   Lunch begins at 12 noon at our Silver Lake meal site. 

Wed.  June 16   Board the bus for the Lupine Festival & Polly’s Pancakes at 9:00.
   1:1 computer labs are available today in the social room.  Call to reserve a spot.
Wii games are available 10:30-11:30 & Noon to 1:30.
   Game day begins at 12:30.

Thurs.  June 17   Servicelink will be here from 9-noon to assist with applications for low income property tax relief.  Assistance is offered on a first come, first served basis.
Chair exercise class begins at 10:30 in the activity room.
         Medicare counseling is available 12:00 – 1:00 in the dining room.
   A USO program begins at 12:30 in the activity room.
         Join us for a “Summer Solstice Dance” from 6:30 – 9:00 in the activity room.
                  
Fri.   June 18      Ballroom dance class begins at 10:00 in the activity room.
         Gibson Walking Club meets in the activity room at 10:15.
         Our Father’s Day luncheon begins at 11:30 in the dining room.
         The Ottawa reunion begins at 12:30 in the activity room.  Bring your pictures & souvenirs!

         
Upcoming trips need sign ups as soon as possible so that we can purchase tickets.  Call 356-3231 to reserve a spot.
•   Portsmouth Naval Yard: Tues. June 22nd includes lunch, transportation & tours  $27
•   Mount Washington day cruise: Fri, July 2nd, 9-4, $36
•   195th National Guard Band, July 4th:  door to door service. 3-10. $15
•   SeaDogs vs. NH Fisher Cats: a night game in Portland.  Real seats.  $21, July 6th, 4-11:30pm.

MENU: Monday: Cod florentine, Tuesday: Cathy’s meatloaf; Wednesday:  roast pork Eisenhower ; Thursday:  Salisbury steak ; Friday:  baked black oak ham

I’m told we are looking for a volunteer to work in the Carriage Shop either Monday or Wednesday mornings 10:00-12:30.  If you have two hours a week to spare please contact Karen at 356-3231.


For the month of June, Soyfire Candle on Rt. 16 in North Conway will give 20% of the sales to the Gibson Center IF you SAY your purchase is for the Gibson Center when you check out.  This also applies to online orders.  When filling out the check out information, just put “Gibson Center” in the Address 2 line on the form, just go to www.soyfire.com.

You can check the schedule of programs below to see what other activities are taking place this week at the center or go to our web site at www.gibsoncenter.org/social.  You can also find a copy of the Gleanings on this web site if you happen to miss the daily paper

Have a good week, pray for our servicemen & the people of Haiti and God bless!

Mon.  May 31   Gibson will be closed to observe Memorial Day.
   
      
Tues.  June 1   Strength, balance & stretch class starts in the activity room at 9:30.
   European art history with artist Carl Owen begins at 12:30.
   Lunch begins at 12 noon at our Silver Lake meal site.  A Transportation Alliance informational meeting will follow at 12:45.  This meeting is open to the public.
Wed.  June 2   Mountain Top Music recitals will begin at 10 in the activity room.
Wii games are available 10:30-11:30 & Noon to 1:30.
   Game day begins at 12:30.

Thurs.  June 3   Chair exercise class begins at 10:30 in the activity room.
         NHS & NCIL Appreciation Luncheon  begins at 11:30 in the dining room.
          Medicare counseling is available 12:00 – 1:00 in the dining room.
   
                  
Fri.   June 4      Strength, balance & stretch class starts at 9:30 in the activity room.
         Gibson Walking Club begins this week.  Meet in the activity room at 10:15.
         Summer Tea on the Patio starts at 4:00 with 3 courses for $10.  RSVP

         
Upcoming trips need sign ups as soon as possible so that we can purchase tickets.  Call 356-3231 to reserve a spot.
•   Portsmouth Naval Yard: Tues. June 22nd includes lunch, transportation & tours  $27
•   Mount Washington day cruise: Fri, July 2nd, 9-4, $36
•   195th National Guard Band, July 4th:  door to door service. 3-10. $15
•   SeaDogs vs. NH Fisher Cats: a night game in Portland.  Real seats.  $21, July 6th, 4-11:30pm.


MENU: Monday: Memorial Day – Gibson Closed, Tuesday: Lasagna; Wednesday: sausage and pork cassoulet  ; Thursday:  braised pork shanks; Friday:   corned beef hash

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I’m told we are looking for a volunteer to work in the Carriage Shop either Monday or Wednesday mornings 10:00-12:30.  If you have two hours a week to spare please contact Karen at 356-3231.

Painting classes with artist Carl Owen start at 12:30 in the activity room.

Greetings from sunny South Carolina!  My husband and I had the opportunity to spend a week down on Hilton Head Island with a great group of friends last week and I must say it was beautiful.  There was Spanish moss everywhere, magnolia trees beginning to bloom, palm trees, hibiscus, cardinals, woodpeckers, cranes, egrets and dolphins.  My personal favorite was the young four foot crocodile that would sun himself along the banks of the water channel just behind our condo.  Nevertheless I was glad to get home; that is until I realized I would have to get the wood stove going every night this week!  Brrrrr.
I hope you all remember that this Sunday May 23rd the Mason’s Breakfast will benefit programs at the Gibson Center.  It’s a complete breakfast and will run from 8-11a.m.  Cost is a donation.  On May 29 & 30 we will be having our annual Memorial Day craft fair.  There will be a tremendous variety of crafters on hand and it’s a great way to start off the summer season.  Please mark your calendars and plan to join us.  I’m told we are looking for a volunteer to work in the Carriage Shop either Monday or Wednesday mornings 10:00-12:30.  If you have two hours a week to spare please contact Karen at 356-3231.  You can check the schedule of programs below to see what other activities are taking place this week at the center or go to our web site at www.gibsoncenter.org/social.  You can also find a copy of the Gleanings on this web site if you happen to miss the daily paper

Have a good week, pray for our servicemen & the people of Haiti and God bless!

Monday May 17   Chair exercise class begins at 10:30 in the activity room.
   Painting classes with artist Carl Owen start at 12:30 in the activity room.
      
Tuesday May 18   Board the bus at 9:00 to shop at the mall.  Return at 5:00.
Strength, balance & stretch class starts in the activity room at 9:30.
   European art history with artist Carl Owen begins at 12:30.

Wednesday May 19   One on One computer labs start at 10:00 in the social room.  Call to reserve a spot.
Wii games are available 10:30-11:30 & Noon to 1:30.
   Game day begins at 12:30.

Thursday May 20   Chair exercise class begins at 10:30 in the activity room.
   There is NO Medicare counseling this week.
                  
Friday    May 21      Strength, balance & stretch class starts at 9:30 in the activity room.
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Upcoming trips need sign ups as soon as possible so that we can purchase tickets.  Call 356-3231 to reserve a spot.
•   Lupines & Polly’s Pancake House on June 8 or 16.  $12
•   Mount Washington day cruise: Fri, July 2nd, 9-4, $36
•   195th National Guard Band, July 4th:  door to door service. 3-10. $15
•   SeaDogs vs. NH Fisher Cats: a night game in Portland.  Real seats.  $21, July 6th, 4-11:30pm.
•   Salvation Army New York Staff Band: Do you love a Brass Band? Mon. 8/2, 3-11, $15
•   Dinner Dance featuring the music of Elvis on the Mount Washington Boat: August, 16th 3:30-10:30 $48


MENU: Monday: beef stroganoff, Tuesday: baked black oak ham; Wednesday: chicken cacciatore; Thursday: shepherd’s pie; Friday:  macaroni & cheese

Medicare counseling is available 12:00 – 1:00 in the dining room.