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Vicky Trimmer, outgoing
State President, installed the
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left: Trimmer, Judy Rittenhouse, Corresponding Secretary; Jean Pieczynski, Recording Secretary; Gaylene Hunter, President; Kelley
Moran, 1st Vice President; Joyce Jones, 2nd Vice President and Deidre Miller Kaminski, Treasurer.
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Big Brothers Big Sisters of The Bridge will hold its annual Run/Walk For Kids’
Sake on Saturday, July 16, at the Martz Pavilion Kirby Park. Registration will
begin at 8 a.m. and the 5K run/walk will begin at 9 a.m. There will also be a kids’
one-half mile fun run at 8:30 a.m. Donation is $20 for those pre-registered and
$25 at the event.
The donation is $10 for children 12 and under. All 5K participants will receive a
Run/Walk For Kids’ Sake t-shirt.
There will also be basket raffles and awards to the top runners in various categories. To register, visit www.walkforkidssake.com
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Run/Walk For Kids’ Sake; Rocky Rhodes, KRZ-FM and co-chair of Run/Walk
for Kids’ Sake; Bob Chopick, Big Brothers Big Sisters of The Bridge advisory
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Pine Hill Lodge noting 45th anniversary under same ownership
Restful Mount Pocono facility is located in the center of many Pocono attractions
By ALAN K. STOUT
Westside Bulletin Correspondent
George Bostany and his daughter, Donna, continue to run Pine
Hill Lodge in Mount Pocono.
George has owned the 16-room
home since 1971.
For a place with
such a rich history,
Pine Hill Lodge is
certainly not a place
focused on the past.
It is all about making new memories
for families and
friends.
The stately and
charming three-story
home, which was
built in 1875, continues to serve as a restful getaway retreat for hundreds of people each year. And with 16 rooms, including 11
bedrooms, visiting groups often range from family reunions to church outings. George
Bostany, 83, purchased the lodge in 1971 and is thus celebrating his 45th anniversary
of owning and operating the facility. Bostany, a native of Brooklyn, said he has always
enjoyed Mount Pocono.
George Bostany, 83, is noting his
45th anniversary of owning and
operating Pine Hill Lodge in
Mount Pocono.
"My parents came here when I was
17 or 18," said Mr. Bostany. "They
used to rent a place not far from
here. This was back in the '40s. And
I loved this place. It was different
from Brooklyn. It was really country
then. And I guess I got used to it.
Later, with my wife and my kids, we
started coming up on weekends and
staying at different hotels and motels. That's why we picked the Poconos. I knew the
place."
Bostany said Pine Hill Lodge was first brought to his attention by his late father, who
knew that his son was interested in the area and had seen that the home was for sale.
He was 39 years old at the time, he had four children, and he aspired to having a "nice
country life." And so, he bought it. From 1971 to 1978, he commuted between Brooklyn, where he owned a television repair business, and Mount Pocono, where he oversaw the lodge. Finally, in 1978, after selling the family home in Brooklyn, he
purchased a home in Mount Pocono not for from the lodge, took a job as a technician
at the Tobyhanna Army Depot, and relocated his family.
"I liked the size of it," said Mr. Bostany, when asked what first appealed to him about
the lodge. He added that he's always enjoyed repair and restoration work and that
maintaining the facility has been a welcome challenge.
"Keeping it alive, and renovating it, and to bringing it back to how it was originally
was nice," he said. "It's been a good life for me."
Bostany, a veteran of the Korean
War, lost his wife of 53 years,
Marlene, in 2014. He has four
grown children: Christine Nafash,
Lisa Butowsky, George Bostany
and Donna Bostany. After 45
years, he said he is now open to the
idea of putting the lodge on the
market and selling it to the right buyer.
"I'd like to find a family to buy it, or someone that would like to continue doing this,"
he said. "Someone could run it as a bed and breakfast, or convert it into six- family
apartment, or a restaurant, or buy it as an investment. It's also ideal for someone to just
continue doing what I'm doing."
Pine Hill Lodge is a member of the Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau and the Monroe County Historical Association. It is located 50 minutes from Wilkes-Barre. It can
accommodate up to 23 people overnight and up to 30 in total. It is rented to private
groups only, so those groups that stay there have the entire facility to themselves. In
addition to 11 bedrooms, there is also a large living room with a stone fireplace, two
dining rooms and a large fully-equipped kitchen. And for now, despite the possibility
of a sale, it's business as usual and bookings for summer getaways have begun. To
note its 45th anniversary under the same ownership, special rates are being offered.
Bostany's daughter, Donna, who currently assists him with bookings, said that as more
and more attractions continue to be developed in the Poconos, Pine Hill Lodge continues to be a perfect place to visit.
"We see people leaving their crazy/busy lives behind for a weekend and enjoying nature," said Ms. Bostany. "There's so much nature here. There's a hammock, so you can
sleep between two trees and take the world off of your shoulders and enjoy the clouds
or the constellations. The wrap-around porch is nice for families, and we're in the middle of horseback riding, fishing, hiking and swimming areas. It's a place where families can talk to each other. They cook here, and they're all under one roof. You know
where your kids are. There's a ping-pong table, and meanwhile people are playing
cards in the dining room, or they're outside at the barbecue. You can make your own
fun here on the premises, with shuffleboard, or soccer on the lawn, or the wooded nature trails. There's also so much antiquing here, and you can go to Mount Airy for the
casino, or for comedy shows and bands, or Kalahari for swimming. We're also in the
heart of the ski resort area.
"There are all kinds of things to do."
For information on Pine Hill Lodge, call (570) 839-8060.
It can also be found on Facebook.
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Rep. Kaufer announces grant at Edwardsville Center
Father's Day Lunch
The Edwardsville AAC, sponsored by the Area Agency on Aging for Luzerne/
Wyoming Counties, recently celebrated a special Father's Day lunch. Members
enjoyed snacks and refreshments while raffle prizes were awarded. The highlight
of the afternoon came when guest speaker Rep. Aaron Kaufer along with
Luzerne/Wyoming Counties Area Agency on Aging Director of Senior Center
Services, Patti Gozikowski made a surprise announcement.
The center will be receiving a grant to be used for needed improvements to the
building. The news was met with much enthusiasm from all members and staff.
Pictured kneeling L to R: Rachael Kiwak, Center Manager and Patti Gozikowski,
Director of Senior Center Services. Seated L to R: Joe Pikaitis, Ginny Stivers,
Lorraine Gillespie, Betty Devans, Mary Sisky, Vi Jones and Julie Balberchak.
Standing L to R: Sophia Tzounakos, Larry Ziemba, Bertie Krimmel, Bill Krimmel, Nancy Albert, Carl Knopic, Clara "cookie" Norton, Anita Matte, Diane
Moreck, Rep. Aaron Kaufer, Ruth Blendick, Helen Gibbs, Janet Strish, Carol
King and Mary Ann Pointon. Absent from photo from the Luzerne/Wyoming
Counties Area Agency for Aging: Linda Kohut, Director of Community Services,
Mary Roselle, Executive Director and Bobbie Shendock, Nutrition Project Director.
The Wyoming Valley Lady Striders
The Wyoming Valley Lady Striders will conduct a summer Couch to 5K
program beginning July 18th. The program will run for eight weeks and will
meet three times a week, on Monday (at the entrance to the levee in Wyoming, near Burger King) and Wednesday (at the Church Street Park in
Kingston) at 5:30pm, and Saturday (at Kirby Park) at 8:30am. Couch to 5K
is a beginners program that combines walking and jogging. The programs
goal is train the participants from nonrunners to runners using intervals of
walking and jogging, progressing to running a 5K (or 3.1 miles) on a regular
basis in just two months. This is also an excellent program for beginner runners who just want to keep running. The program will conclude with the
Book It Through Pittston 5K on September 10th. The cost of the program is
$40, which includes coaching, your race entry fee, and membership to the
Wyoming Valley Striders. The registration deadline is July 12th, and the
program is limited to 50 participants. To register, contact Karen Moskel at
[email protected], Marjorie Adams at [email protected], or print
out a registration form from our fb page, Wyoming Valley Lady Striders, or
www.NEPARunner.com.
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Dealing with Rude and Angry Customers
By Jill Evans Kryston, Etiquette Consultant - Westside Bulletin,
July 2016
Q: Some time ago you wrote about rude
retail service. I work with customer service
so I see problems on the other end of the
spectrum. What are your suggestions on
how to deal with rude and angry customers?
A: There’s an old Proverb which says,
“Speaking without thinking is like shooting
without aiming.” No matter where you are
there are going to be thoughtless people who
will try to ruin your day. My first suggestion is
to always be prepared for rudeness. Once you
have the right mindset, condition yourself to be ready for the unexpected and remember to not take it personally, nor should you return insult for insult.
When dealing with an angry customer, immediately guard against getting angry in
response. You are representing the integrity of something bigger than yourself which
happens to be your company’s reputation. Here are some strategies which may help
when you’re in the line of fire:
· Allow the customer to vent and don’t try to interrupt. Anger is a legitimate
feeling and there are probably grounds for the anger.
· Listen carefully. Use eye contact and show concern with gentle expressions
and relaxed body language. Demonstrating compassion helps to defuse a
tense situation.
· Keep your composure. In your mind, separate the customer’s angry voice
tone from the reason for the anger and focus on the merit of the complaint.
· Your job is to solve problems and not to reform character. Once the customer
is finished speaking respond with a warm smile and say: “I’m sorry to hear
that,” or “I understand,” or “I can see how frustrating this can be,” and “I’ll
do everything I can to help you.”
· Always begin by stating the actions you can take and not those you can’t take.
Proceed to solve the problem either on the spot, or with further investigation,
or with the help of a superior. Be ready to give your name.
· Never promise something you can’t deliver on and do not belittle the
customer’s complaint, use sarcasm, profanities, or negative voice tones.
· If a customer’s anger continues to escalate, you should take control by
saying: “Sir or Ma’am, I need you to calm down so that we can work on this
together.”
· If the anger becomes abusive or threatening you can tell the customer that
you both need to step back from this while you call for help and summon
either a superior or a security guard.
Whenever you’re faced with a difficult problem or unusual situation, always resort to
using your best judgment based on common sense. Think of the other person’s
feelings and consider how you would want to be treated if the shoe was on the other
foot.
Email your etiquette questions to Jill at: [email protected] or
mail to: P.O. Box 1703, Shavertown, PA 18708. Defining Manners School of
Protocol offers certified social and business etiquette courses. For more information
visit: www.DefiningManners.com or call 570-696-3209.
© 2016 Defining Manners. All Rights Reserved.
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Plymouth Active Adult Center
160 East Main Street
Plymouth, PA 19651
570-779-9664
Joyce Rutherford – Director
JULY 2016 ACTIVITIES
National Blueberry Month, National Anti-Boredom Month,
National Ice Cream Month
Daily Activities: Coffee Clutch, Cards, Puzzles, Socialization
Mondays & Fridays: 11:30 Sit & Be Fit/Weights/Bands/Tai Chi
Tuesdays: 10 – 12 Crochet/Knitting Club – donations of yarn from the community are
appreciated. Please come to participate or learn. Bring your own project or learn a
new one. Come and enjoy!
Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays: 12:30 – 3:00 BINGO, 5 cents/card, 10 cents/
coverall 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month: Cody from Representative Mullery’s Office
is here to answer legal questions and do rent rebates.
Friday, July 1 – 11:30 AM – Exercise; 12:30 – 3:00 PM BINGO, Independence Day
Special Luncheon
Monday, July 4 – INDEPENDENCE DAY! Centers closed
Tuesday, July 5 – 11 AM – Life Geisinger – Wendy to speak on Reminiscing. 10:00 –
12:00 PM Crochet Club
Wednesday, July 6 – 11:15 AM Alyssa from Home Instead to speak on Driving; 12:30
– 3:00 PM BINGO
Thursday, June 7 – 10:00 – 12:00PM Cody from Representative Mullery’s Office
for legal questions and rent rebates
Friday, July 8 - 11:30 AM – Exercise; 12:30 – 3:00 PM BINGO
Monday, July 11 - 11:30 AM – Exercise; 12:30 – 3:00 PM BINGO
Tuesday, July 12 - 10 AM – 11:30 AM Crochet Club; Centers Close at 11:30 AM
Wednesday, July 13 – 11:15 AM Beth from The Guardian. 12:30 – 3:00 PM BINGO
Friday, July 15 – 12:30 PM Sandy from Kingston Manor. 11:30 AM – Exercise;
12:30 – 3:00 PM FREE BINGO
Monday, July 18 - 11:30 AM – Exercise; 12:30 – 3:00 PM BINGO
Tuesday, July 19 – 10:00 – 12:00 PM Crochet Club
Wednesday, July 20 – 12:30 – 3:00 PM BINGO
Thursday, July 21 – 10:00 – 12:00PM Cody from Representative Mullery’s Office
for legal questions and rent rebates
Friday, July 22 – Western Day Special Luncheon. 11:30 AM – Exercise; 12:30 – 3:00
PM BINGO
Monday, July 25 - 11:30 AM – Exercise; 12:30 – 3:00 PM BINGO
Tuesday, July 26 – 10 – 12:00 PM Crochet Club
Wednesday, July 27 – Blood Pressure by Al from Timber Ridge, 12:30 – 3:00 PM
FREE BINGO
Thursday, July 28 – 11AM Red Cross Training
Friday, July 29 - 11:30 AM – Exercise; 12:30 – 3:00 PM BINGO
Afghan raffle
winner
June Birthday
celebration
New bulletin board for Plymouth Center
Plymouth Active Adult Center
Wish List
Yarn for the Crochet Club
Puzzles, Pens
Monetary Donations
Assorted Greeting CardsParty Supplies – plates, napkins,
Decorations
Plymouth Active Adult Center Fund Raiser - $1.00 for Gertrude
Hawk Candy Bars
Plymouth Manor Memorial Day Picnic
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WVCA RECEIVES PNC GRANT TO SUPPORT
INTERACTIVE METRONOME THERAPY
The Wyoming Valley Children’s Association announced it received a grant from PNC,
through funding provided by the PNC Foundation, to purchase an interactive metronome. The interactive metronome is a specialized therapy/treatment tool designed to
help children with autism, cognitive impairments, development delays, motor functioning impairments and neurological conditions.
The device helps children overcome attention, memory, and coordination limitations by
working with the brain’s internal clock. When timing in the brain (temporal processing) is negatively impacted, it affects focus, reading comprehension, memory, speech
processing and motor coordination. The interactive metronome provides a game-like
platform on a computer screen. Using headphones and a wrist device, students clap
when they hear a sound—providing constant feedback to make the game progress.
Rather than just performing a repetitive movement, the interactive metronome makes
the therapy fun and productive, and provides much faster progress for students.
Featured in the photo showcasing WVCA’s newest therapy tool are:
From left to right, Kathleen Williams (WVCA Executive Director),
Kathleen Dunsmuir (PNC Bank Senior Vice President and Wealth Management
Director), Shari Aude (WVCA Occupational Therapist), JessAnnae Jackson
(WVCA Student), and Lauren Allen (PNC Bank Vice President and Director of
Client and Community Relations)
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Coffee with ...DESIREE CARR
By Alan Stout
Westside Bulletin Correspondent
Desiree Carr is a table games dealer at Mohegan
Sun Pocono. She deals mostly blackjack, three
card poker, Spanish 21 and Let It Ride. She has
also worked at the Olive Garden in WilkesBarre Township since its opening in 2001 and
recently
accepted a position as a financial advisor with
New York Life. Carr, 39, is a native of Larksville and is a graduate of Wyoming Valley West
High School. She also studied at the University
of Pittsburgh, the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic
Medicine and the American University of Antigua in Miami. She graduated from Wilkes University with a degree in biology, with a
concentration in pre-medical studies. She lives
in Larksville.
You started off at Mohegan Sun as a bartender, then moved on to being a casino host,
and for the past 15 months, you've been a dealer.
What made you want to deal cards? Seeing it in Las Vegas, many years ago, was
very intriguing to me. I always wanted to know how those people dealt those cards so
quickly. It looked like they had quite the finesse for it. It looked challenging, and at the
same time, it was dynamic, with all of the different people going to the tables. And I
like that. I like getting to know a lot of different people. That's what originally intrigued me.
Is that your favorite part of the job? The people? I enjoy meeting new people all of
the time and talking with those people. I like to see the happiness on their face when
they do win money, and the fact that they're enjoying their day out or night out and
having fun with friends. It's also nice to see the different personalities come through,
and know how to handle those personalities. It almost feels like you're playing a game
along with them.
What's the most you ever saw someone win? $300,000 on a night of craps. I saw
that as a host. I also saw someone win $80,000 on a high-limit slot machine. As for
table games, people win thousands upon thousands. It tends to be a building process.
It's not usually just one quick bet. People that play blackjack or baccarat tend to sit for
hours.
What do you enjoy doing in your free time? I love travelling when I have time. I
love to do 'a trip.' Three days at the shore is just a little getaway. I like to get on a plane
and visit new places. I really love the heat and the sun, so I'm going to the Caribbean,
or I'm going to Florida. Aruba and St. Thomas are my favorite beaches. I've been to
Italy and absolutely loved the country. I'd go back to Europe and visit other countries
in a heartbeat. And I'd love to explore out West, as far as the United States goes. I've
been to Vegas about 10 times, and I've enjoyed the sights, and the shows and the
entertainment more so than just the gambling. It's a lot more than just that.
Any hobbies? I've collected coins and antique jewelry. And I got that from my Mom.
I also enjoy singing. Years ago, I took professional vocal lessons.
First car? A teal 1993 Toyota Celica, It was a two-door and sporty. I enjoyed that car
and had it for about eight years.
Favorite music? Blake Shelton, Carrie Underwood, Luke Bryan. I do like rap, and I
can appreciate jazz if it's in the right setting. I like pop and music that's are on the radio
right now, like Justin Timberlake. I like Disturbed. I really appreciate all types
of music. It's really a form of art.
Favorite city? New York. I love the shopping. And I love to go to the theater and seeing the Broadway the shows. As much of a shopper that I am, I do very little shopping
in New York. I go more for the sights and seeing the store windows and appreciating
them, and just enjoying the life there, with everyone hustling and bustling. I'll go to a
shop here and there, or stop for a coffee, or go to a bar for a quick drink. Sports, museums, activities on the water ... I love all of that. It's just remarkable to me.
Favorite thing about NEPA? The fact that it's a hub to everything. It's quick to get to
Philadelphia, where I also love to go. It's very quick to get to New York City, or
Woodbury Common, or the Finger Lakes. If you want to go to the shore, it's only a
few hours away. It's not like you have to plan for a month to go to the shore. You can
go on the weekend, or come back on the same day if you'd like. And there are also
things to do here. There's a lot to see and do, and the valley is actually very beautiful. I
enjoy going for a drive by myself and just seeing different things ... the trees and
driving through the mountains.
Favorite food? I love steak and lobster, but I have to say it's Colarusso's and Revello's
pizza. There's nothing like Old Forge style pizza.
Favorite movie? Sixteen Candles
Favorite TV show? Grey's Anatomy, Criminal Minds, and the home and remodel
shows on HGTV.
Favorite book? The Great Gatsby
Favorite quote or catchphrase? "Sometimes the future changes quickly and completely, and we're left with only the choice of what to do next. We can choose to be
afraid of it, to stand there trembling not moving, assuming the worst that can happen,
or we step forward into the unknown and assume it will be brilliant." - Grey's Anatomy
Biggest pet peeve? People that lack ambition and are willing to just settle for what
they have. If you have a dream, or you have goals, you have the possibility of achieving them. I believe everyone does, in one way or another. I don't think anything that
you attain in life is easy, or anything worth having is easy. Big goals are tough and
they are hard to work at.
Any pets? Four cats and one dog. And the dog is a five and a half-pound Pomeranian
that's more of a prince than the whole group combined. He's more high-maintenance
than anyone can get.
Guilty pleasure? Shopping. But there's no guilt. I'm beyond remorse. You can be
dead tomorrow. And the things that I most appreciate are things that I buy on a whim,
on the spur of the moment. They're the things I really value.
Is there anything about you that might surprise people? I can read people very
quickly. I can tell, in a few minutes, if they're a good person and what their intentions
are.
Who, if anyone, has had the greatest influence on your life? My mom. She passed
away 18 months ago. She taught me a lot of things. We were always together. She
taught me the art of travelling, and how to appreciate different areas and different cultures. She taught me to actually use my intelligence for the good and to want to help
people, and to never be sedentary in life, and to always be moving towards your goals.
To never just accept the things as they are, and always want to better yourself better
and improve yourself. She added to every aspect of my life.
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Wyoming Free Library
Children of the American Revolution
*Summer Reading Club Registration*
Registration for summer reading will begin on Monday, June 20 at 10:00 a.m. Parents
can call the library or register in person. A complete list of activities is available at the
front desk, on the library webpage and on Facebook.
*Fill-a-Bag Book sale*
The Wyoming Free Library will have a fill-a-bag book sale on Saturday, June 11 from
9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. The cost is $5.00 per bag. The library is accepting books for the
sale. Please contact the library for more information about the sale or donations.
*LEGO Club*
The LEGO Club of the Wyoming Free Library will meet on June 25 from 11 a.m. –
Noon. This program is free and suitable for children of all ages. Registration is
required. Please call 570-693-1364 to reserve spots.
*Hypnosis for Goals, Fun, and Career*
The Wyoming Free Library will host return guest speaker Chris Halbohm, CHt, director of Kingston-Keystone Hypnosis Institute and Weight Loss Center on Saturday,
July 9 from 11:00-Noon. Please call the library at 570-693-1364 to register.
*Tea Tips and Treasures*
The library will begin the 3rd year of its successful “Tea Tips and Treasures” themed
tea parties. There will be tea and a snack, an interactive display and a short workshop.
Children can dress up and bring a doll or stuffed animal to match each theme. Ages 3
and up may attend. There is no cost for the program and an adult must stay with the
child. Please sign up one week ahead. The teas are from 12pm-1pm. The library is
seeking sponsors and item donations for each program. For sponsorship details, a list
of donations or to sign up a child; please contact Lindsay at the library.
The dates and themes are as follows: June 18 Visiting the Zoo
*Necklace Pendant Workshop*
A necklace pendant workshop will be held on Saturday July 16 from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00
p.m. Angela W. from Mystic Frog Emporium will provide instructions, gem stones
and all materials needed to make a wire wrapped piece to take home.Registration is
required and there is a $25.00 fee to cover the cost of the materials. Payment is
due at registration. Unique jewelry pieces will be available for purchase during
class time.
*Children's Reading Help*
Reading help will be available at the library from children in grades 1-4 on Wednesdays starting July 6 from 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. To register your child, please contact
the library at 570-693-1364.
Kiera Smith, a member of the Children of the American Revolution (CAR) recently
visited the the Nathan Denison House to learn about Revolutionary Era medicine.
During the tour, she also learned about everyday chores and activities of members of
the household. The local CAR members are supported by the Shawnee Fort Chapter
of the DAR which encourages joint activities between both organizations. For information on membership or activities in either DAR or CAR, please contact Kathleen
Smith at: [email protected] or 570-704-9809.
Photo: Kiera Smith learning about some weapons and accessories from members of
the 24th CT Regiment group
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Geri-Fit® Senior Fitness Program
Expands to Luzerne and Wyoming Counties!
Prime Time Health, an Area Agency on Aging for Luzerne and Wyoming Counties
health and wellness promotion program, is pleased to announce the addition of a new
program called Geri-Fit® to their program offerings. Geri-Fit® has been proven effective for improving muscular strength, balance, coordination, motor skills, reaction
time, flexibility, gait, arthritic conditions, and functional capacity.
Geri-Fit® is an evidence-based strength training program that’s similar to bodybuilding done in a group setting. Participants start out using a set of 2-pound dumbbells
and then, as their strength increases, they can use heavier dumbbells in order to build
even more strength and balance. Most of the exercises are performed seated in chairs
but participants have the option to do them standing if they prefer.
There is no choreography, dancing, aerobics, or floorwork used in the Geri-Fit program, so those lacking coordination will enjoy this different kind of workout which is
fun yet very challenging. Any senior age and fitness level can enroll, but the program especially accommodates those that want to get strong again or are mobility disadvantaged and have a difficult time getting out of a chair, deep seated couch, or car.
The classes will be offered at various locations, including the Edwardsville Active
Adult Center, the Hazleton YMCA/YWCA, the Wilkes-Barre YMCA, the Tunkhannock Library, and the Jewish Community Center in Wilkes-Barre. The class is offered at no cost to those 50+ years of age. Those interested in attending should bring
their own set of dumbbells, a stretch band, and water to drink during the workout.
Class size is limited and advance registration is required.
The Edwardsville Active Adult Center will be hosting a Geri-Fit® Osteoporosis
Workshop on Thursday, July 14 at 11:00am and the public is invited to attend. Participants are encouraged to sit, watch, learn and take notes. Handouts of the exercises
will be given out. The cost for the one-time demonstration is FREE but advance registration is required due to limited seating. To pre-register, call Rachael Kiwak at the
Edwardsville Active Adult Center at 570-287-3381.
For more information on Prime Time Health classes, please contact Patti Gozikowski
at 570-822-1158 ext. 3333
About Geri-Fit®: The Geri-Fit program is a tier III, evidence-based strength training
fitness program for older adults. The Geri-Fit Company has offered its senior fitness
programs since 1994 and currently operates classes at 42 locations throughout the
U.S. under the brand names Geri-Fit®, Golf-Fit®, and Geri-Flex®. The company is
based out of Temecula, California and licenses its programs to senior centers, country
clubs, health clubs, retirement communities, and other places that offer group exercise
classes. For more information, contact the Geri-Fit Company at 1-888-GERI-FIT or
visit their website at gerifit.com.
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PLYMOUTH CLASS OF 1958 MEETS
Members of the Plymouth High School Class of 1958 held a dinner meeting recently at
Andy Perugino’s Restaurant in Luzerne. The group meets on a quarterly basis to share
fellowship and update the members on recent life events.
Pictured clockwise, from the top are Fran Masavage Woods, Pat Phillips Ravert, Len
Piperno, Bob Fera, Dorothy Wylie Acornley, Lucille Thomas, Carol Thompson Kelly,
Marge Kotch Rydock, Maryanne Mrugal, Chet Mrugal and John Gavenonis. Not in the
photo is Tom Woods who took the photo.
The class will meet next on Friday, September 16, 2016 at 5:00 p.m. at a venue to be
determined.
WESTSIDE BULLETIN
WISHES
EVERYONE A
HAPPYAND SAFE
4th OF JULY
425 Tioga Avenue Kingston, PA 18704
(570) 288-6543
www.kingstonpeds.com
1,2,3 ME Class
Children ages 1-3 can bring laughter and smiles to their parents daily, but this age can
also bring many challenges into the household. From potty training to meal time to
discipline, this class focus' on tips for parents to stay sane during the most trying of
behaviors. In a relaxed atmosphere this class will provide parents with solutions that
can be applied to a variety of real life toddler situations. By attending this class it will
help in teaching you ways to cope and deal with everyday toddler behavior This is a
FREE CLASS we offer call to day to register or visit us on line.
Family Summer Safety Class
Spending time outside is both fun and important to our health. Summer is a fun time to
enjoy activities both inside and outside. Whether they are young children or teenagers,
learn ways to keep your kids safe and healthy while they enjoy summer fun. This class
will discuss water safety, sunscreen, heat exhaustion, insect bites, insect repellents and
street safety. This is a FREE CLASS we offer call to day to register or visit us on line.
Ready, Set, Home Class
By now you probably attended Prenatal Classes- you know how to breathe through those
contractions and the proper way to “push”. But now it is time to take your little bundle
of joy home! When do I feed the baby and how much? Why is the baby crying? Why
are they pooping all of the time? How do I soothe the baby? Why isn't the baby sleeping
like they did in the hospital? Let our Baby Whisperer guide and prepare you for what to
expect in both the most exciting, yet scariest times!! By attending this class you'll learn
how to read your baby's cues. How to soothe your baby those first few nights home and
beyond. You will learn key tips and tricks on how to care for your baby and help
alleviate common fears new parents often feel when bringing baby home for first time.
This is a FREE CLASS offered every second TUESDAY of the month call today to
register or visit us on line.
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The Edwardsville Active Adult Center
57 Russell Street
Edwardsville, Pa. 18704
Manager: Rachael Kiwak (570)287-3381
90+
Birthdays
Looking Good
Ladies
July 2016 Newsletter
Daily Activities- Books, magazines, puzzles, shuffleboard, cards, coupon
swap,computer use, coloring, games, T.V. and Wii
Weekly Scheduled ActivitiesMonday – 1:00pm to 1:30pm Card Club
Tuesday – 11:30am to 12:00pm Healthy Steps
12:15pm to 12:30 Nutrition Discussion
Wednesday – 11:00am to 11:30am Singing Club
1:00pm to 1:30pm Shuffleboard Club
Thursday – 11:30 to 12:00pm Healthy Steps
1:00pm to 1:30pm BINGO!!!!
Friday – 1:00pm to 1:30pm Crochet Club
Special Events and Programs for the monthJuly 1st(Friday) 12:30pm – Independence Day Party!!!Entertainment by:
Edwardsville AAC Choral Group ” Looney Tunes”
Bob Perks
Entertains
July 5th(Tuesday) 12:30pm – Red, White and Blue Social Serving Apple
Pie a la Mode and Peach Tea
Edwardsville
Pierogi
Festival
July 12th(Tuesday) Bag Lunch center closing at 11:30am
July 13th(Wednesday) 10:30am – Blood Pressure Checks Sponsored by
Mary Ann from Highland Mano
July 14th(Thursday) 11:00am – FREE Geri-Fit Osteoporosis Workshop
Instructed by Patti Gozikowski the workshop will teach you how to help
prevent osteoporosis just by working out with a set of dumbbell weights.
July 15th(Friday) 12:30pm – July Birthday Party!!!
18th(Monday)
July
11:00am – Breakfast Social and FREE Raffle!!!
Speaker: Rep. from Sweet Home Primary Care Topic: Pa. Waiver Information
Vocal Accord
Performs at
Edwardsville
AAC
July 19th(Tuesday) 11:00am – Geri-Fit: Strength Training Workout Instructed by: Doreen Rakowski * Tues. and Fri. runs thru December Call
Rachael at 287-3381 to register or for info. * Free to those 50+
July 21st(Thursday) 10:30am – Glaucoma and Macular Degeneration
Screening and discussion provided the Greater Wilkes - Barre Association
for the Blind.
July 22nd(Friday) 11:00am Geri-Fit: Strength Training Workshop
12:30pm – Western Day Party!!!
July 26th(Tuesday) 11:00am Geri-Fit: Strength Training Workshop
12:30pm-1:30pm Entertainment provided by Johnny Diamond
July 27th(Wednesday) 10:30am – Craft Day!!! Necklace Making!!!
July 29th(Friday) 11:00am – Game Day!!!
May Birthdays
June Birthdays
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KINGSTON ACTIVE ADULT CENTER
335 THIRD AVENUE
KINGSTON PA 18704
570-287-1102
Sandy Acornley-Director, Jean Spindler-Asst. Director
Michele Fagula-Nutrition Manager
Senior Aides-MaryAnn Diaz, Sandy Ostrowski, Bruce Yarmey
Kingston Active Adult Center
Members of the center performed patriotic songs in honor
of the veterans that
have served our
country. Some of the
members participating are: Barbara
Millikin, Sarah
Derhammer, Frank
Warunek, Carolyn
Tavella, Jack Granahan, Margaret Craig
and Julie Fluke
JULY, 2016
Daily Activities: Coffee, Computer Use, Shuffleboard, Puzzles, Games
Monday: 10:45 Healthy Steps, 1:00 Line Dancing, 1:00 Drama/Comedy Group
Tuesday: 10:00 Let Your Yoga Dance, 10:00 Computer Class, 11:00 Aerobics,
12:30 Bingo, 12:45 Belly Dancing
Wednesday: 10:00 Seniorcize, 10:45 Weights, 1:00 Mahjong
Thursday: 10:45 Healthy Steps, 12:30 Bingo, 12:45 Belly Dancing
Friday: 10:45 Weights
SPECIAL ACTIVITIES
Friday, July 1st – Independence Day Special Lunch
Monday, July 4th – CENTER CLOSED IN OBSERVANCE OF 4TH OF JULY
Tuesday, July 5th - 10:30 – BP Checks by Traditional Hospice
No Computer Class today
Wednesday, July 6th – 11:30 Meditation with Jean
Thursday, July 7th – 11:00 – “Benefit of Blueberries” – Celebrating “Blueberry
“Month” with CEO nutritionist
Friday, July 8th – 11:30 – Joke Day
Tuesday, July 12th – BAG LUNCH – Center remains open for all activities
Wednesday, July 13th – 11:00 “Fall Prevention Special Bingo” – with a
representative from Dedicated Nurses Associates
Thursday, July 14th – 11:00 “Red Cross Ready” – a representative from the Red
Cross will share emergency preparedness information.
th
Friday, July 15 – Birthday of the Month Celebration
Tuesday, July 19th – 10:30 BP Checks – Manor Care
Wednesday, July 20th – 12:45 – SPECIAL BINGO with Kingston Manor
Thursday, July 21st – 1:00 Alzheimer’s Support Group
Friday, July 22nd – WESTERN DAY
- 11:00 - Special Entertainment by Dennis Thorne
th
Tuesday, July 26 – 11:15 Meditation with Jean
Wednesday, July 27th – 11:15 ”Our Funny Fashion Show”
Hope you are enjoying these
lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer!!!
Happy 4th of July
To All of Our Readers
Of The
WESTSIDE BULLETIN
The Kingston Active
Adult Center recently had a Special
Memorial Day Program. Those men
who had served in
our armed forces
were recognized for
their duty to our
country. Seated are
Hopkin Rowlands,
Robert Aaron, John
Vassello and Vincent Dombroski.
Standing: Charles
Bottita, Joe Kozich,
Joe Petroski, Ray
Niedzwiecki, Jack Granahan, Joe Spirko and Rich Karlotski.
Carla C. Jagodzinski
Financial Services Professional*
and Licensed Agent
PA Ins. Lic. #403788
New York Life Insurance Company
220 Penn Avenue, Suite 100
Scranton, PA 18503
Cell 570.991.0434
Tel. 570.340.1327
Fax 570.343.0617
Bus. 570.969.3111
[email protected]
Life Insurance, Annuity and Ling-Term
Care Options from New York Life
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Photos from WVCA's SPOT On Camp, Week 1
The kids enjoy a picnic
Camper Sophia Nesgoda
Matthew Crowell
Enjoys fruit Kabob
Made by
Fun at the picnic
Campers Alex Bellanca and Alex Clark
Making Bird Nest Snacks - Camper Amelia Nesgoda, Paige Allen from the Luzerne Foundation
Youth Advisory Council, Camper Kyle Manley
and WVCA employee Ellen Williams. Note: The
Luzerne Foundation's Youth Advisory Council
provided a grant to support the operations of WVCA's SPOT On Camp this summer!
Camper Alida Doty shows the
Fruit Kabob she made
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THE FINANCIAL EQUATION:
“Brexit” and Market Volatility: Should You Buy or Sell?
By Martin A. Federici, Jr., CEO of MF Advisers, Inc.
Britain’s decision to leave the EU - has recently caused
some worries which have negatively affected the world’s
financial markets to start the 2016 summer. The volatility
in our U.S. stock markets has increased somewhat due to
this situation. However, what most people should be worried about is how this volatility affects their portfolios and
financial plans for the long term (NOT the short term).
Don’t be in that group that makes emotional investment decisions – now that you’re
armed with this knowledge, take advantage of it and your financial situation as
well…you’re welcome!
Find an experienced financial advisor who regularly advises clients to not panic during
volatile markets, works for an RIA firm, earns his/her money from fees (NOT commissions), believes in having an abundance of investment choices for clients, and has
the heart & demeanor of a teacher, NOT a salesman, and chances are you’ve found the
right financial advisor to help you prepare and plan for your financial goals.
For more information, please visit http://www.mfadvisers.com, email
[email protected], or call (570) 760-6524.
About MF Advisers, Inc.
For most people who are younger (in your 20s, 30s, 40s,
and early 50s) or have at least 10 or more years to accumulate assets towards their goals, you probably have very little to worry about in regards
to the latest financial turmoil. In fact, it will probably give you an opportunity to buy
some discounted investments, thereby helping your portfolio grow more down the line.
So be ready with any extra cash you may have to invest in bargains, and/or possibly
sell off certain investments that may no longer make sense to hold in your portfolio.
For those closing in on and those already in retirement (in your mid-50s, 60s, and older) or those who have less than 10 years to accumulate assets towards their goals, you
may be a bit more concerned about how this recent market turmoil may affect you (and
understandably so). However, let’s highlight some statistics that may make you rethink about worrying too much:
Market corrections are normal. In the U.S. markets we average a 10%
correction ~ once a year and just came out of one (bottom was early Feb.
’16), so there is always a chance of a rebound right after a pullback.
Bear markets have been shorter than bull markets historically. On average, bear markets last ~ 15 mos. and the average loss is ~ 32%. Bull markets, on average, last ~ 4 ½ years with an average gain of ~ 130%.
Market movements are random in the short term and predictable in the
long term. Try this exercise: For the next 15 business days (three weeks)
try to predict where the markets are going to go the following day. To
keep it simple, all you have to do is predict whether it will go up or down
(you need not worry about how much). The chance of you getting all 15
days right is less than 1 in 33,000. To put this in perspective, you have a
higher chance (1 in 9,000) that the Earth will be struck by a huge meteor
during your lifetime.
Anticipate better days. The effects of corrections don’t last long. After a
drop of 10% to 20%, it typically takes just four months to break even.
Also, a severe bear market tends to be followed by a sharp bull market
rebound. Each time that stocks dropped 40%+, they rebounded by more
than 33% during the first year of the comeback.
So what should you take away from these points? If you can remain patient (and not
panic) and put more money to work in quality investments after the markets pull back
by more than 10%, and can maintain a long-term investment perspective, historically
that has greatly helped investors reach their financial goals. After all, we’ve all heard
of the sayings, “buy low, sell high” and “buy on the dips” – unfortunately most investors do the exact opposite and that’s where they cost themselves.
MF Advisers, Inc. is a full-service, fee-only RIA firm and fiduciary based in PA & FL
specializing in wealth management, investment advice, and financial planning.
With 20+ years of licensed experience, over 10 years of professional education, and an
unwavering commitment to improving your financial situation, MF Advisers, Inc. is
the advisory firm to best serve YOU.
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The General Federation of Women’s Clubs Pennsylvania
The General Federation of Women’s Clubs
Pennsylvania held its 119th Annual Business Meeting/Convention May 13-15, 2016
at the Sheraton Harrisburg Hershey. The
convention theme was “Cherish Yesterday.
. . Dream Tomorrow”. The Friday speakers
included Lisa Murray who presented a program entitled “Communicate Effectively
With Anyone”. Colonel Nicole R. Morris
of the U.S. Army War College spoke about
her military service and her experiences
serving our country. On Saturday, Kristen
Pfautz Wooley, R.N.,B.S.N., L.S.W., educated the members about recovery from child
sexual abuse and the programs offered by the Turning Point Women’s Counseling and
Advocacy Center in York, PA.
A special Service Project, Babies N’ Books, was completed resulting in more than
250 packets of reading materials and information for new parents. The packets are being distributed to hospitals throughout Pennsylvania. The GFWC-West Side received
state awards for advancement in Membership and Communications and Public Relations. Also, the club received awards for the President’s Project, Read Across the
States and Calendar of Suggestions. Art awards were given to Rosemary Luksha who
placed 1st, acrylic, 2nd drawing and 3rd water color; Patricia Gallagher, short story, and
GFWC-West Side placed 2nd in photography for volunteers in action. The membership
Silver Star Award was given to Deidre Miller Kaminski, President GFWC-West Side.
GFWC-West Side meets monthly at Candy’s Place in Forty Fort. Anyone interested in
joining can contact Deidre Miller Kaminski, 570-287-4242 or Carla Finn, 570-2873862.
Pictured are members in attendance. From the left are: Karen French, GFWC –West
Side treasurer; Jean Pieczynski, Gina Rushkowski, Lois Richards, GFWC State President; Deidre Miller Kaminski, GFWC-West Side President; Heide Cebrick, Northeast
District Director; Debra Ganz, GFWC-West Side secretary and Jackie Corbett
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