Newsletter August 2014 - Nord

NORD - BRIDGE SENIORS
Newsletter
August 2014
2014 SEA’N’OARS TEAM: Rob Baker, Randy Butterwick, Diane Button, Gayle Duncan, Debbie Epp, Robert Epp, Susan
Hendricks, Pat Hood, Lorita Janzen, Diane Lewicki, Wayne Liddell, Randy Pickering, Linda Pote (Steerer), Claude Presse,
Pat Presse, Carol Romses, Bobbi Tedesco, Terri Smith, Rhoda Trehearne, Marie Turmel, Terry Walsh, Eileen Sawatzky
(Team Manager), Shirley Hill (Asst. Team Manager), Dawn Vickers (Coach/Drummer), Jeannie Ng (Trainer)
“The Friendly Centre”
1904—13th Ave. North
Lethbridge, Alberta T1H 4W9
Open Monday to Friday - 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Telephone 403-329-3222
Fax 403-329-8824
E-mail: [email protected]
2014-2015
NORD-BRIDGE SENIORS
EXECUTIVE
President
Jim Hahn
Vice-President
Pat Santa
Treasurer
Roberta Svennes
Secretary
Marilynn Heaton
Past-President
Harry Fischer
FIRST YEAR
Norene Easthope
Rodger Halvorsen
Doug Youngren
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
SECOND YEAR
Delores Bourk
Clay Olsen
Donna Takeda
THIRD YEAR
Marilyn Gillies
Rodney Foster
Elaine Molyneux
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF
Executive Director
Randy Smith
Sr. Administrative Ass’t
Kathleen Filkowski (Wed, Thur, Fri)
Administrative Assistant
Shirley Trefan (Mon, Tues, Wed)
Financial Officer
Roberta Svennes
Bookkeeper
Tracy Beauchemin
Director of Programming
David Ng
Reception Supervisor
Valerie Arkinstall
Reception Assistant
Heather Belle
Rentals
Kathleen Filkowski / Shirley Trefan
Chef Manager
Kayla Little
Cook II
Sally Reyna
DR/Kitchen Assistant
Gail Krysak
Dishwasher
Jordan Pauls
Janitorial
Marco & Carla Escobar
ON-SITE PARTNER PROGRAMS & SERVICES
FSNA
Allyn Mills
403-328-0801
Chinook Lifecare Assoc.
Jane-Anne
403-320-1170
PROGRAMS, COMMITTEES, CONVENERS, &
BOARD REPRESENTATIVES*
(* indicates individual on Board responsible for Program Area)
(** indicates “Emeritus”)
ADMIN. PROGRAMS
By-Laws & Policies Comm.
Seniors Helping Seniors
Marilynn Heaton* (Chair), Harry Fischer
Gordon Kometz, Judy Cartwright
Heather Newsham
Roberta Svennes* (Chair), Jim Hahn,
Clay Olsen, Frank Deane, Harry
Fischer, Mike Bennett
Shirley Trefan
Kathy Filkowski (Production & Billing)
Jim Hahn
Harry Fischer* (Chair), Mary Potvin,
Clay Olsen, Dan Deringer
Harry Fischer, Norene Easthope
CARDS & BOARD GAMES
Contract Bridge
Crib
Euchre
Military Whist
Trump Whist
Norwegian Whist
Scrabble
Texas Hold’em
Duplicate Bridge
Rodney Foster*, Board Rep
Kathy Ludwig
Pat Veres & Mike Bennett
Rodney Foster
Ruth Balogh
Pat Veres
Pat Veres
Sheila Brust, Jenny Oleksy**
Mike Bennett
Pat Kincade
EDUCATION
Acrylic Painting
Paper Tole
Wood Carving
Watercolor
Watercolor Club
Krafters Koffee Klub
Quilters Group
Nord-Bridge Card Crafters
Elaine Molyneux *, Board Rep
Karina Mak
Elta Buckman
Don Johnson
Denise Savard
Sandy Baceda, Bea Crawford**
Jo-Ann Adams
Marilyn Martens
Pat Kincade
Crafts Boutique
Finance Committee
Memberships
Newsletter
Newsletter Advertising Sales
Nominations Committee
Library
Mind Joggers
Marie Areshenko, Janet Bobinec
Judy Knox, Jack Simmons
Ted Sillito, Melvin Horn
FUNDRAISING
Pat Santa *, Board Rep
GAMING
Casino Coordinator
In-House Bingo Coordinators
Monday Jam Draws
Winners Bingo Rep/Co-ord
Winners Bingo Alternate
Harry Fischer *, Board Rep
Mike Bennett
Shirley Cavanaugh & Frances
Wallace
Helen Gepneris, Blaine Hyggen
Bonnie Hammond
Leonard Hutchinson
HEALTH & FITNESS
Keep Fit Classes
Tai Chi
Yoga/Pilates
Fitball/Exercise With Arthritis
Zumba
Fitness 55 Club
Marilyn Gillies *, Board Rep
Erin Ko & Melanie Hillaby
Lynn Hunter-Johnston
Melanie Hillaby
T. J. Dunn
Jeannie Williamson
Jim Scott (Volunteer Trainer)
OUTREACH
Bereavement Cards
Get Well Cards & Visits
Keep-in-Touch Program
Outreach Program
Donna Takeda*, Board Rep
Valerie Arkinstall
Lydia Prokop/Chris Figenshau
Valerie Arkinstall
Rodger Halvorsen
SOCIAL ACTIVITIES
Decorations
Monday Music Jams
Senior Music Makers
Socials Committee & Specials
Social Dance
Clogging
Line Dancing A.M./P.M.
Doug Youngren*, Board Rep
Eva Deringer
Roy Swidinsky
Barbara Stewart
Eva Deringer
Karen Hooper
Sandy Nowell
Della Howg
SPORTS & RECREATION
Bocce
Carpet Bowling
Darts
Dragon Boat Team
Floor Curling
Golf
Pool
Shuffleboard
Table Tennis
Norene Easthope*, Board Rep
Clay Olsen
Norene Irwin, Woody Neely
Ken Bobinec
Eileen Sawatsky, Dawn Vickers
Audrey Nishikawa, Audrey Gillies
Harry Fischer
Vacant
Clay Olsen
Jerry Mikusek, Dave Bergen
TRAVEL
Travel Trip Bookings
Bus Bookings
Driver Co-ordination —Travel Trips
Driver Co-ordination — Card Trips
Vehicle (Bus 2) Maintenance
Rodger Halvorsen*, Board Rep
Valerie Arkinstall
Kathy Filkowski, Shirley Trefan
Valerie Arkinstall
Mike Bennett
Marco Escobar
VOLUNTEERISM
Building Set-up Volunteers
Volunteer Committee
Delores Bourk*, Board Rep
Clay Olsen, Harry Fischer
Delores Bourk, Eva D., Elaine M.
AFFILIATIONS
ACA Representative
Alberta 55 Plus—Zone 1
2015 AB 55 Plus Winter Games Liaison
Economic Development Lethbridge
Health Education Presentations
Lethbridge Seniors Forum
N-B Income Tax Program
SASCC (So AB Srs Centre Coalition)
Clay Olsen*, Board Rep
Harry Fischer
Mike Bennett, Clay Olsen
David Ng
Mike Bennett (through Feb. 2015)
David Ng (and Alberta Health)
David Ng
Harry Fischer, David Ng, Sheila Brust
Jim Hahn, Roberta Svennes,
Harry Fischer, Randy Smith
Randy Smith
Clay Olsen, Delores Bourk
Harry Fischer
Alberta Assoc. of Senior Centres
Go Seniors Society
New Horizons for Seniors Program
View our Website
www.nordbridgeseniors.com
for information, photos, video, Newsletters and more.
MEMBERSHIP: OPEN TO ALL SENIORS AGE 55 PLUS. ASSOCIATE MEMBERSHIP: TO YOUNGER INDIVIDUALS WHOSE SPOUSE IS 55 AND A MEMBER.
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PRESIDENT’S REPORT
Enjoyable weather prevailed
for most of July and the forecast is for a
hotter August which will bring on some
good looking field crops as well as local
gardens.
I am also looking forward to September when we start back to regular programming at our
Friendly Centre! September is when we start-up our annual fun(d) raising events. Last year we had to defer the Annual President’s Dinner as Nord-Bridge was co-host of the
very successful Grey Matters Conference. In October, we
will be attending the Grey Matters Conference in Red
Deer.
We will be holding our “5th Annual President’s
Dinner & Auction” on Tuesday, September 16. Don’t
forget to bring your auction item to Nord-Bridge soon as
we are collecting items now. The Auction time is changed
and will start at 5 pm followed by supper and entertainment by the CLASSIC LEGENDS. Community members
are welcome, so bring your friends and family!
At our last Finance Committee meeting we were
advised that we had adequate funds to match the
$109,000 grant we received in the past year, thanks to the
successful fundraising events held in the past years.
Randy has most of the contracts completed for the external improvements to our building. These improvements
will also enhance the visible profile of our Centre. There
are a number of people who think our Centre is still the
best kept secret in Lethbridge!
Jim Hahn, President
NEW MEMBERS
Florence Doverspike
Mary Wademan
Joan Carmichael
Alice Tinordi
Judie Parkinson
Ernest Camacho
Ella McColl
Millie Long
Christine Rollack
Rosemarie Krysa
NEW 2015 MEMBERSHIPS
EFFECTIVE AUGUST 15, 2014
THROUGH
$75.00
DECEMBER 2015
2015 MEMBERSHIP RENEWALS
$50.00
Nord-Bridge Meetings Reminder
Each Month
Outreach Committee
Executive Meeting
Winners Bingo Committee
Board of Directors Meeting
Finance Committee
Annually
Annual General Meeting
General Member Meeting
First Monday
First Wednesday
Second Tuesday
Second Wednesday
Last Thursday
9:30 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
9:00 a.m.
9:00 a.m.
9:00 a.m.
First Wed of March
First Wed of November
9:30 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
Go Seniors Society
Regular Board Meetings
Feb, April, June, October
Annually
Annual General Meeting
PLEASE NOTE OUR
NEW ADDRESS
Second Tuesday
9:00 a.m.
First Tuesday of April
9:00 a.m.
www.medichair.com
#16, 495 W.T. Hill Blvd. S., Lethbridge T1J 1Y6 (403) 320-1488 or 1-800-561-7749
Greg Weadick, MLA
LETHBRIDGE WEST
Minister of Municipal Affairs
Contact Greg at (403)329-4644
or via e-mail at:
[email protected]
or drop by 402 - 8 Street South
Lethbridge, AB T1J 2J7
Join us for
FLOOR CURLING
and have
FUN, FUN, FUN!
Every Monday and
Thursday in the Multi Purpose
Hall at 9:45 a.m.
Audrey Nishikawa & Audrey Gillies, Conveners
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’S REPORT
Greetings Members;
This month you will be seeing NordBridge support the Lethbridge Whoop-up
Days celebration. Activities kickoff with the
parade on Tuesday, August 19 (Whoop-Up
Days continues through Aug 23). The NordRandy Smith
Bridge Whoop-up Pancake Breakfast will
run Wednesday, August 20, from 8:00 to
11:00 am. This event will feature entertainment from our
Nord-Bridge Jammers, and great food supplied by various
City businesses, and ably cooked and served by a large
team of dedicated volunteers.
We have celebrated Whoop-up Days for many years at
Nord-Bridge, likely since our move to the City’s Bill Kergan
building on 13th Street in 1984. (Nord-Bridge was established at the Westminster Community Centre in 1980). In the
early days, we always set up bleachers or chairs in the Kergan parking lot to watch the parade. We featured various
meal events, some served from the parking lot (along with a
turkey dinner served at the Exhibition). Today’s Pancake
Breakfast format started in 2001.
In connection with Whoop-up Days, musical entertainment has always been a major part of the Centre’s
programming. At the Kergan, Whoop-up entertainers included the late Bob Ankill, Ernie Komm, and Annie Olsen.
Life members Oscar Odney and Clark Figenshau also supported the event. The Outreach Program also benefitted
from the above musical performers, along with musicians Bill
Oleksy, Evelyn Beattie, Tom & Curt, and the Nord-Bridge
Music Makers. At our new Centre the Monday Jam program started in 2001 with musicians Doug Youngren, Roy
Swidinsky, Dean Oseen, Gladys Rushfeldt, Anne Pauls,
Johnny Andrejcin, Bart Kesler, Nick Bloudoff and others. To
this list of musicians supporting Nord-Bridge add Floyd
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Sillito, Wayne Leavitt, Gordon Kryway, Lloyd Malm, Faye
Skidmore, Chuck Lawson, Richard Thompson, Nick
Branthorse, Cathy Kurze, Stan Peters, Peter & Sharon Knelson, Ellen Koenen, Bert & Agnes Brower, Alice Tinordi, John
Janos, Jerry B Cool, Yvonne Nelson, and Frank and Justine
Sera. I apologize to those inadvertently missed, and extend a
big thanks to all musicians for helping our Centre.
Respectfully, Randy Smith
LOGO HISTORY
The Nord-Bridge Seniors logo represents
three people linked together, after the fashion of
the Lethbridge Canadian Pacific High Level
Bridge. Just as the crisscrossing of the support
beams within the trestle adds strength to a bridge, seniors linked
together in friendship, activity and unity receive strength from
one another. The colors of the logo represent the diversity of
individual members within Nord-Bridge, and pays tribute to the
many ethnic origins and histories of our City residents. NordBridge prides itself as being “the Friendly Centre”. We hope you
remember this message each time you look at our logo.
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LUNCH WITH CITY COUNCILLORS
Councillor
Ryan
Parker
Friday,
Aug. 22
Councillor
Blaine
Hyggen
Friday,
Aug. 29
Councillor Jeff Coffman
Friday, Aug. 15
HELP IS AT HAND
Learn more about our City’s governance and our representatives
in our comfortable and convenient Dunford Diner. All City
Councillors are encouraged to join us frequently. Confirm
your visits by e-mail to [email protected].
From the Desk of Val
Programmer’s Report by
July has been a quiet month, but Heather and I have
been busy reorganizing the Front Desk, cleaning up computer
files and researching Outreach and Travel Programs. Soon
we’ll be organized and ready to welcome you all back and sign
you up for our fall programs, fall trips, plus new and renewed
memberships with a friendly smile. We would like to update our
member’s photos for our New Photo Gallery. Stop by for a new photo the next
time you are looking particularly beautiful or handsome!
Thanks to my volunteers for coming in this past month to do one shift.
We welcome Wendy Redel who has been filling in while the regular volunteers
have been away. Come fall, Wendy will assume her regularly scheduled weekly Wednesday afternoon shift which was previously held by Roberta Soenen.
Roberta has decided to take a rest after working at the Front Desk for a number of years but will fill in as needed. All volunteers: Mark your calendar for
a welcome back coffee chit chat on Monday, September 8 th at 1:30 p.m.
Our summer trips have gone well with everyone coming back to tell us
what a great time they had, especially the MYSTERY TRIPS; seven in total
and all sold out. The trips fill up fast so sign up early or you’ll miss some great
outings. Like the saying goes, “You snooze, you lose!” Effective October 1,
non-members will have to pay an additional $20 (up from $10) when going on
our trips. We would like everyone to become a member of our Centre. Our
fees are reasonable so there is no need to pay extra for a trip – you will not
regret being a member at Nord-Bridge.
David
We are hoping AUGUST brings lots of sunshine (especially yours truly
who will take a break at the end of the month). Drop by your Friendly Centre
for a coffee or try a tasty ice cream sandwich or banana split which our kitchen
staff will be happy to make for you in the hot days to come. Valerie
Our office is more than happy to assist you in navigating
your way through Federal Government services.
We regularly help constituents:
 Contact Federal departments and agencies;
 Obtain Canadian pins and flags;
 Request a meeting;
 Make claim inquires about Employment Insurance,
Canada Pension Plan, or Citizenship and Immigration;
 Order congratulatory certificates for birthdays or anniversaries;
 Access information on Government legislation, and
 Submit a petition to the House of Commons.
These are just a few ways we can be of service to you. If you
have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to
contact my office.
Jim Hillyer, MP Lethbridge
255 8th St. S
Lethbridge, AB T1J 4Y1
403-320-0070
e-mail: [email protected]
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WIN CAZH AT NORD-BRIDGE!
DAILY 50/50 DRAW
Nord-Bridge hosts a Daily 50/50 Draw to help raise
much needed funds. Half of the proceeds go to the
Centre.
IN ORDER TO PARTICIPATE YOU MUST:
1.
Hold a current REGULAR, ASSOCIATE
or LIFE Membership.
2.
Cost to play is 25¢
3.
Draws will be made at 12:15 p.m.
4.
After the draw, members may
sign-in for the next day’s draw.
RECENT WINNERS
MONTHLY 50/50 Toonie Draw
Nord-Bridge holds a “Monthly 50/50 Toonie Draw”
on the third or fourth Friday of each month.
Members do not have to be present to win. The
Nord-Bridge share of proceeds is dedicated to Programming. TO PLAY:
1. Fill out an envelope for the draw
at the draw desk in the Dunford
Diner.
2. Drop a Toonie into the envelope
and deposit it into the Draw Box.
3. Come out to lunch on “draw day”
to see if you are the winner. The
more times you enter, the more chances you have
of winning!
NORD-BRIDGE BUILDING FUND
RECENT INDIVIDUAL, GROUP & CORPORATE DONORS
No Donations to Report for June or July
NORD-BRIDGE IN-HOUSE BINGO
Cumulative proceeds from Jan 1, 2014
Through July 25, 2014: $ 11,570
BUILDING FUND UPDATE:
Total Fund-Raising Goal
From City of Lethbridge
From Various Provincial Grants
From Various Federal Grants
From Nord-Bridge
- by Fundraising
Goal
Achieved
$6,250,000
750,000
2,500,000
500,000
82%
66%
7%
2,500,000
80%
Total Contributions to our
Building Fund 1998 through July 2014
Still needed by N-B Fundraising
$ 2,011,795
$ 488,205
Bonnie Hammond
and her team of over 20 volunteers
who work up to nine Winner’s Bingo
events every month. Their dedication has translated to significant funding for our Centre.
JULY WINNER…
Next Draw August 22
SOUND SYSTEM DRAW
Proceeds of Monday Jam draws are
earmarked to assist with sound system
and AV costs in the building.
MONDAY JAM 50/50 WINNERS
July 7
July 14
July 21
July 28
Doreen Jurgens $40; Faye Skidmore $40.
Butch Olsen $41; Shirley Pisko $41.
Donna Takeda $38; Vi Behrens $38.
Gord Skidmore $44; Donna C. $44.
Thanks Jammers, Volunteers and Patrons. Thanks
also to Helen Gepneris & Blaine Hyggen for
selling tickets at Monday Jams.
Friday Lunch Specials $6.50
Aug 1
Aug 8
Aug 15
Aug 22
Aug 29
Cabbage Rolls, Mashed, Veggies
Veal Parmesan, Pasta, Veggies
Pineapple Chicken, Rice, Veggies
Ham, Scalloped Potatoes, Veggies
Pork Chops, Mashed, Veggies
All You Can Eat
Breakfast Buffet
First Wednesday of
each month $6.50
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A Whole New
Experience!
Come in every third
Wednesday of the
month for
CUSTOMER
APPRECIATION
Thursday is
SENIORS
DAY!
Free food for all
players starting at
11:30 or 5:15
(while supplies
last)
And... ask about the
monthly
Free Initial Legal Consultation
On the last Monday
of each month. It’s
fun and it’s free!
Half-price
Regular &
Gold Cards
for all players
60+
For more information
Call 403-327-7454
Two blocks west of the Casino on
Crowsnest Trail
DARTS by Ken Bobinec, Convener
We will continue our Darts program
on Wednesdays at 1 p.m. throughout
the summer. We meet in our VERY
COMFORTABLE Multi-Purpose Hall.
The AIR CONDITIONING is
WONDERFUL! Join us!
Wills...Estate Planning...
and other matters as you may require.
Nord-Bridge offers this service through
NOLAN JOHNSON OF HUCKVALE
WILDE HARVIE MACLENNAN
Upcoming FREE consultation dates:
Fridays, August 8 & September 12
between the hours of 9:00 a.m. & 11:30 a.m.
Contact the Front Desk to schedule
an appointment. Phone: (403)329-3222
Are you buried under a pile of paperwork?
Confused about Government forms?
If so, contact “Seniors Helping Seniors” here at Nord-Bridge, Monday
through Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to Noon.
We have friendly trained volunteers to
help you. Call 403-329-3222 to make
an appointment.
Alberta Seniors Benefit
Single
Couple
Threshold
$0 to $26,200
$0 to $42,500
Special Needs Assistance For Seniors
Single
Couple
Primary/Secondary
$0 - $21,800
$0 - $34,300
Income Eligibility
2014-2015 Benefit Year
Help completing forms/applying for benefits is available from
“Seniors Helping Seniors” at Nord-Bridge Centre, Monday
through Thursday from 9 a.m. until Noon with Norene or Harry.
Primary Only
$21,801 - $26,200
$34,301 - $42,500
No Funding
Over $26,200
Over $42,500
Dental and Optical Assistance For Seniors
Single
Couple
Maximum Coverage
$0 to $26,200
$0 to $52,400
Partial Coverage
$26,201 to $31,675
$52,401 to $63,350
Not Eligible
Over $31,675
Over $63,350
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Mind Joggers
THERE ARE MEN TOO GENTLE
TO LIVE AMONG WOLVES
Anonymous
There are men too gentle to live among wolves
Who prey upon them with IBM eyes
And sell their hearts and guts for martinis at noon.
There are men too gentle for a savage world
Who dream instead of snow, children and Halloween
And wonder if the leaves will change their color soon.
There are men too gentle to live among wolves
Who anoint them for burial with greedy claws
And murder them for a merchants profit and gain.
There are men too gentle for a corporate world
Who dream of candied apples and Ferris wheels
And pause to bear the distant whistle of a train.
There are men too gentle to live among wolves
Who devour them with eager appetite and search
For other men to prey upon and suck
their childhood dry.
There are men too gentle for an accountant’s world
Who dream instead of Easter eggs and fragrant grass.
And search for beauty in the mystery of the sky.
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There are men to gentle to live among wolves
Who toss them like a lost and wounded dove.
Such gentle men are lonely in a merchant’s world.
Unless they have a gentle one to love
As of June 12, The Mind Joggers will recess for the summer months.
We will resume again on September 11. We are a fun loving, happy
group. Our invitation is open to anyone who would like to sit in, and listen. If you think our program suits you, you’re welcome to join us. Have
a great summer and we’ll see you in September.
Judy Knox, Convener
Jo Ann & Allan Kelly
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1010 3rd Ave. South
403.320.6411
Selling or buying your home? Call today!
Nord-Bridge Seniors
Fitness 55 Club
Nord-Bridge membership, plus a special
user fee is applicable.
Annual Pass - $180
Monthly Pass - $18
20 Visit Pass - $25
There is also a $10 refundable deposit on the
electronic access key fob.
Meet with Jim Scott, Certified Personal Trainer
Wednesday mornings, for safe training tips and
motivational goal setting advice.
SOCIAL ACTIVITIES by Eva Deringer
We don't have any special luncheons planned for July or
August but we have plenty of summer activities for our members.
This summer our Monday Morning (10 a.m.) Music Jams will continue. Stop in and enjoy the music in our nicely air-conditioned Dunford Diner where you can also enjoy coffee, snacks, homemade
soups, meals, and ice cream sandwiches or banana splits.
Don’t forget our Whoop-Up Toonie Pancake Breakfast on
Wednesday, August 20 th. Wear your western duds and join us for
a traditional breakfast of pancakes, sausage, & beverages, and enjoy the sounds of our “Nord-Bridge Jammers”. Yahoo!
Helen Gepneris is working out the details of another “NordBridge Jam Night”, featuring the music of our own “Nord-Bridge
Jammers” on Friday, October 24. Tickets will be available in advance at Nord-Bridge and at the door.
GO BULLS GO!
During June & July, 29 Nord-Bridge
members & friends helped out the Lethbridge
Bulls by volunteering at all home games. Our
members sold game programs and manned
admission gates which helped the Bulls limit
“gate jumpers” thereby improving their bottom
line. The Bulls finished in first place and we wish them well in the
upcoming Western Major Baseball League playoffs beginning Friday, August 1, at Spitz Stadium. Nord-Bridge volunteers included:
Marie Areshanko, Val Arkinstall, Katrina Baylock, Jordan & Tracy Beauchemin, Mike, Diane & Amy Bennett, Pat Chizek, Lil
Colwill, Eva Deringer, Judy Enevold, Donna Farkas, Ali Freng,
Charlotte George, Hugh Gordon, Rodger Halvorsen, Riley Johnson, Clara LaPointe, Marie Lundgren, Johanna McKenzie, Bill
McTighe, Randy Smith, Roberta Svennes, Donna Takeda, Bob
Tarleck, Shirley Trefan, Frances Wallace, Naomi Yamada and
Volunteer Co-Ordinator Delores Bourk. Delores reported that our
volunteers thoroughly enjoyed their assignments and many have
stepped up to cover the playoff games. She also noted that building
co-operative relationships with community organizations helps our
own programs and special events by generating reciprocal support.
CONDOLENCES were sent out to…
...the Bobinec family on the loss of Mary (Ken’s mother);
...Sally Reyna on the loss of a brother.
...Doreen Irwin on the loss of her sister.
...Carol Kempenaar on the loss of her mother.
...the Rapson Family on the loss of Pauline.
GET WELL WISHES are sent out to…
...Lydia Prokop (our visiting angel) who had a nasty fall.
Recovered now, she is back out and about doing her
daily visiting.
...Ron Batsford who is in hospital.
...Marjory Brown who lost her leg and now resides in
Good Samaritan Park Meadows Village.
...Victor Boychuk who is now residing in St. Therese Villa.
...Buella Chervinski who has just undergone her 3rd surgery in the past few
months. We are thinking of you, Buella.
...Florence Zimmer who is recuperating from a nasty fall.
...Joyce Darr who recently underwent knee surgery.
I wish we had an answer to improve the health care system for seniors. Perhaps we need to contact our MLA’s to express our opinions and
lobby for better services.
Bridget A. Pastoor, MLA
Lethbridge East
The Medicine Shoppe Pharmacy is happy to announce that Terry
Toth has joined their team as a full-time pharmacist. With the impending closure of Safeway North where Terry has worked and
managed the past 16 years, Terry is happy to continue to work in the
community that he knows and loves. Terry brings a great deal of
knowledge to the team and specializes in one-on-one medication
reviews with patients. He is also certified to provide vaccinations
which will be of great benefit to the pharmacy this coming flu season.
The Medicine Shoppe Pharmacy is truly grateful to be a part of the
wonderful Nord-Bridge community. Please drop by the pharmacy
and extend a “Friendly Centre” welcome to Terry.
Contact Bridget at:
2816 - 5th Avenue North
Lethbridge, AB T1H 0P1
Phone: 403-320-1011
[email protected]
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Alberta Government – Seniors Information
Seniors Information—Anyone seeking information on Alberta’s programs and services for seniors may contact the Alberta Supports Contact Centre at 1-877-644-9992, or help themselves to printed materials on display at Nord-Bridge Seniors Centre.
Information is also available online at www.health.ab.ca.
SEVEN-LETTER SHUFFLE
R
Sheila Brust, Convener
earrange the tiles below to form, in each case,
another seven-letter word.
ANSWERS
Join us for Scrabble in the
Dunford Diner on Tuesdays at
1:30 p.m. Enjoy a couple of
hours of fun, laughs and new
words.
Have a wonderful
“Heritage Day”
THANK YOU FRANCES WALLACE!
Thanks to Frances Wallace, we recently purchased a
new state-of-the-art bingo console, including two, new number display boards. Frances’ $10,000 donation made this
much needed upgrade possible. Frances demonstrated a
wonderful example of charitable giving, by supporting NordBridge, her Centre, where she spends time with friends and
volunteers. Donating to charities that a person is personally
involved at is a great way to support the community, the individual member, and their friends. In Frances’ case, she
choose to make a gift of stock shares to the Centre. Thus
instead of incurring a capital gain which would have been
taxed by the federal government, she transferred shares, and
received a tax receipt from Nord-Bridge for the current value
of the shares. Nord-Bridge could in turn redeem the shares
without capital gains tax implications. Thus the donation
provided benefits to both parties. The equipment will also
help future Nord-Bridge fundraising.
Our In-House Bingo generated $18,538 in 2013, a significant amount, which benefits all Centre programming. InHouse Bingo volunteers include: Clay Olsen, Harry Fischer,
Frances Wallace, Shirley Cavanaugh, Eva Deringer, Janet Bobinec, Donna Takada, Blaine Hyggen, Pat Chizek and others.
We thank Frances and all of her fellow volunteers.
YOUR DONATIONS
FOR OUR SILENT & LIVE AUCTIONS
This year’s “PRESIDENT’S DINNER & AUCTION” will
be held on Tuesday, September 16, 2014 . This annual event
is a major fund-raiser for Nord-Bridge.
We are once again soliciting members & friends for
their generous donations of items for our auctions. Items
must be unused, antiques or new home made
crafts. Cash donations are also accepted. This
early notice will give you time to prepare any
craft projects. Please bring your items to
Nord-Bridge Admin. Assistants, Kathy or
Shirley. Thanks!
Professional &
Courteous
Summer
Window Cleaning
Service
Put the sparkle back into your view!
Marco Escobar
403.393.6764
[email protected]
HOSACK DENTURE
CLINIC LTD.
Formerly Dietrich Denture Clinic
Allen N. Hosack, DD
Denture Specialist
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Improving southern Albertans’ smiles for 2 Generations
403-327-7244
1-877-467-2251 TOLL FREE
604—6th Street South, Lethbridge, AB
Dr. Linh Le & Team
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VELscope Cancer Screening
Insurance Plans Accepted
Cosmetic Dentistry
Emergency & New Patients Welcome
www.absolutedental.ca
403-328-0132
1268 - 6 Ave. North, Lethbridge, AB T1H 5T7
Nord-Bridge
Seniors Centre
IN-HOUSE BINGO
FRIDAY AFTERNOON
 Bonanza Pre-call 1:00 pm
 Games Start 1:30 pm
 Regular Book - $5.00
 3 Extra Games - $1.00 each
Transportation is available for members; $3.00
each way. Phone Front Desk at least one day
ahead at 329-3222 to confirm.
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Go Friendly Shuttle
SUMMER IS HERE. If you are not planning to use our Go Friendly bus during the
summer, please tell us so we can cancel your regular pick-ups. Call 403-329-3222
to book or cancel a ride. The cost to use the Go Friendly Service is $3.00 each
way. Pay cash or use your L.A. Transit BREEZE CARD.
TRAVEL NEWS 
PLEASE NOTE: ALL NON-MEMBERS must pay an additional $20 for all Nord-Bridge trips.
Both Mystery Trips (aug
7 & Aug 21) are SOLD OUT
Tuesday, August 19, 2014 LOCAL CASINO
Cost: $8.00 Pick-ups start at 9:30 a.m. to arrive at the Casino by 11:15 a.m.
You get a FREE lunch while
you GAMBLE.
Bus departs Casino for home
at 3:00 p.m.
The St. Eugene / Ft. Steele visit scheduled for
August 14- 15, 2014 has been
cancelled
Vacationland Tours is offering a 4-day, 3-night trip to St.
Eugene from September 19 to 22, 2014. This is a great
option for those still wanting to go.
COST: $385 / person (double occupancy) Includes 3 nights at St. Eugene Resort, guest coupons, return motorcoach
transportation, Tour Manager.
***Optional excursion to Kimberley offered for
Sunday, Sept. 21.
Upcoming FALL trips. . . . .
September 25-26 / 14 Stettler Train Fall Colors Excursion
COST: $285 (Bus, train ride, meal and overnight accommodation at the Ramada Inn). The cost will include a side trip to the
Drumheller Tyrell Museum for lunch (not
included) and a self-guided walk around the
museum. ONLY 10 SEATS LEFT!!
The bus is booked for 40 plus the Carefree
Bus Driver.
Tuesday, October 7 /14 Annual Autumn Leaves Outing
Tour of the Crowsnest Museum in Coleman. This is a must
see. Includes a local tour with a guide to see historical buildings of Coleman. We will have lunch in Coleman and then sit
back and enjoy a country drive with Clay behind the wheel.
COST: $45.00. BUY YOUR OWN LUNCH at Chris’ Diner.
Watch for these upcoming Stage Shows:
October 15th “Fox on the Fairway” Stage West Dinner Theatre
[Comedy, starring George Wendt (Norm) of “Cheers” fame],
November 20th “The Lion, The Witch & The Wardrobe”,
Rosebud Dinner Theatre, Rosebud.
For reservation call 403-289-5218.
Tuesday, August 26, 2014 – Calgary Heritage Park Tour
COST: $95.00 (Bus, Tour, Lunch & Gratuity)
Step back in time at Canada’s largest living
history museum. The Park’s attractions and
exhibits span Western Canadian history from
the 1860’s to 1950’s. We’ll stop for lunch at
the Wainwright Hotel. ONLY 4 SEATS LEFT!
Bus departs Centre at 9 a.m.
Wednesday. September 10, 2014 –
Spruce Meadows, Calgary Masters Horse
Show. COST: $45.00. Buy own lunch.
Already 16 seats sold!
Payment Deadline – September 5th.
July was a busy month for travel. We offered two fantastic MYSTERY TRIPS. The first one went to the Ft. Macleod Buffalo Jump where we watched the First Nations Drum and Dance
program on a hot afternoon. The second trip journeyed to Nanton to
the World of Miniatures Museum on another hot-humid day. Our
Annual Waterton Lakes visit was another exciting adventure, travelling on the Care Free Express luxury bus. We also took in a local
Yates show starring the Big Band with guests, Jeff Carlson and
Mark Campbell, in a performance of “The Ritz”. Thanks to drivers,
Jack, Lucy and (new driver) Pat.
EFFECTIVE—October 1, 2014
Due to an increase in costs for Carefree Buses, there will be a slight
increase for future Nord-Bridge trips when using the
larger 48-56 passenger luxury bus.
Non-Members will pay an additional $20.
Thank you for your patronage!
Triple D Tours
1.
2.
Deadwood, South Dakota - Aug 31 - Sept 6, 2014
Spokane Shopping Getaway - Oct 17 - 20, 2014 or
Oct 24 - 27, 2014 Cost: $349 (double)
3.
Coeur d’Alene Casino Getaway - Nov 30 - Dec 3, 14
4.
Cross Iron Mills Mall - Dec 8th, 9th & 10th, 2014
Shopping & Light Tour Cost: $40
And in 2016:
5.
Treasures of China - April 2016
If you are interested in any of these trips, registration flyers
are now available. Complete the forms and return them to
the Front Desk.
Contact Donna at Triple D Tours 403-394-0349
or [email protected] for additional information
PLEASE REMEMBER THAT NORD-BRIDGE GETS A COMMISSION ON
EACH TRIP BOOKED HERE AT NORD-BRIDGE SENIORS CENTRE
Put on your western duds
and join us at Nord-Bridge
for a delicious “Toonie”
breakfast of pancakes,
sausages, coffee and juice.