November 27, 2006
Enjoy holiday fun at SHASS
With this warm November weather, it doesn't feel like winter is approaching but Mother Nature has cold weather up her sleeve for the end of the week. Soon we'll be singing, "It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas."
In honor of the holiday season, the staff at SHASS invite you to attend the following events. Also be sure and check out our website at www.shass.org for detailed information about SHASS in general.
Soup Supper, Thursday, Dec. 7, 5-7 p.m., Warren Senior Center, 540 Williams Street. Come and enjoy soups made by SHASS staff along with special entertainment by Andru Bemis and friend Scott Pryor. Andru has produced three solo CD's, which are played on radio stations throughout North America, Europe and Australia. Andru sings songs that are descended from an era when music was played to express one's deepest emotions. Plan to attend this fun, delicious event. There will be a donation box. For more information, call Senior Services, weekdays between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m., at 637-3607.
Gift Boxes & Bookmarks, Monday, Dec. 11, 10 a.m., Warren Senior Center, 540 Williams Street. This fun, free workshop will inspire you to make clever gift boxes that can be unique Christmas gifts for your friends, or for your personal use. You can also make fun bookmarks. Materials will be provided. For more information, or to sign up, call Senior Services, weekdays between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m., at 637-3607.
Holiday Potluck, Tuesday, Dec. 12, noon-2 p.m., Warren Senior Center, 540 Williams Street. SHASS staff will provide turkey, dressing and beverages. You bring a dish to pass. Come and enjoy an annual event that is always full of surprises and toe tapping entertainment. To sign up, call Senior Services, weekdays between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m., at 637-3607. State what dish you'll bring to pass.
English Tea, Friday, Dec. 15, 2:30 p.m., Warren Senior Center, 540 Williams Street. Join SHASS for a special holiday tea with music for the season played by violinist Annette Stephens and her sister, pianist Nicole Stephens. A small donation to our Emergency Fund will be most welcome. For more information, call Senior Services, week- days between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m., at 637-3607.
The SHASS Board Meeting is open to the public. It will take place at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 6 at the Warren Senior Center, 540 Williams Street.
On Wednesday, Dec. 20, plan to attend lunch at noon at the Warren Senior Center, 540 Williams Street, and enjoy a visit by the Covert R.O.T.C. who will sing songs for the holiday season. To make a reservation for lunch, call Misty at 637-4493.
Other December events include Chair Massages held on Wednesdays between 1 and 3 p.m. at the Warren Senior Center, 540 Williams Street. Certified Massage Therapist Marie Hudson is an outstanding masseuse. She provides a 15-minute massage for $5. Call Senior Services, weekdays between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m., at 637-3607 to schedule an appointment.
Tai Chi also take place at the Warren Senior Center on Wednesdays from 12:30-1 p.m. Instructor Gras Soergel takes you through a gentle series of exercises that will leave you feeling exhilarated and refreshed. Call Senior Services, weekdays between 9 a.m and 4 p.m., at 637-3607, to sign up for this free class.
If you are looking for small unique gifts, visit the Senior Hearts Gift Shop located in the Warren Senior Center, 540 Williams Street. Shop hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., weekdays. You can find knitted hats, scarves, mittens and crocheted items. You'll also find handmade ornaments and other neat items priced reasonably. All gift shop proceeds are for senior services. For more information, call 637-3607.
Last but not least, if you want to play a name game, South Haven Area Senior Services Board of Directors invites you to participate in a "Re-Name SHASS" game. Because SHASS has expanded into new areas that surround the City of South Haven, the Board feels that SHASS' name should better reflect the entire service areas being served. At present, SHASS provides services to the cities of South Haven and Bangor and the townships of Bangor, Casco, Covert, Columbia, Geneva and South Haven. SHASS invites you to submit a new name for the expanding organization. Prize for the winning name, selected by the SHASS Board, is a $100 gift card. SHASS provides Care Watch services and volunteer services through Community Connections. Other services include Health & Wellness programs, exercise classes, masage therapy, fun social events, assistance with tax rebates, Medicaid and Medicare assistance through a Care Watch specialist, senior trips, care giver support, Alzheimer and low vision support groups, movie days, nurse services, information assistance and Medical Emergency Cards. Send your "new name" idea to Director Jennifer Carver, 220 Broadway, South Haven, MI 49090. If you have any questions, call Jennifer, weekdays between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. at 637-3607, or, you can email her at shassdirector@i2k.com
SHASS sends out its free newsletter through the South Haven Tribune. Check out the December issue that was placed in the Tribune the week of November 27. If you didn't receive a newsletter, call SHASS, weekdays between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m., at 637-3607.
Be sure to check out our website at www.shass.org for much more information.
Have a joyous, safe, healthy holiday season and a happy New Year.
Posted by Sandra at November 27, 2006 03:43 PM