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Why?  Why do supermarkets make sick people walk all the way to the back of the store to get their prescrip ons while healthy people can buy cigare es at the front?  Why do banks leave vault doors open and then chain the pens to the counters?  Why is it that doctors and a orneys call what they do prac ce?  Why don't sheep shrink when it rains?  Why isn't there mouse flavored cat food? HAPPY HOLIDAYS
Dick Eardley Boise Senior Center December 2016
Happy Handcra ers Group Bring your needles, yarn and project ideas. We meet at the Dick Eardley Boise Senior Center Wednesdays at 10 a.m. For informa on, call Dawnee at 863‐
6625. Needles and yarn are available for sale in our Cra Bou que. Senior Zumba
Bridge
The design of the class introduces easy-to-follow
Zumba choreography that focuses
on balance, range of motion and
coordination. Come ready to
sweat, and prepare to leave
empowered and feeling strong.
This Class will focus on all
elements of fitness:
cardiovascular, muscular
conditioning, flexibility and balance! The class cost is
$5.00 per week.
Join us Wednesdays at 1:00 p.m. at the Dick Eardley
Boise Senior Center. For information, call 608-7580.
Would you like to
make new
friends? Join us
for a game of
Bridge. We are
looking forward to
meeting you every
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at
12:30 p.m.
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Christmas memories frequently are choreographed with remembered
music. Not everyone will remember all of these songs.... Will You?
This Christmas, add fun to your holiday gathering with Christmas trivia. When
you plan a trivia game, it is fun to play in teams, because what one team
member does not know, another one may.
1.On the tenth day of Christmas, what does my true love give to me?
2.Which is the most famous Christmas ballet of all time?
3.Which Christmas song’s second verse begins with “The cattle are lowing”?
4.In 1949, Gene Autry recorded a song about a famous reindeer. What is the
name of this song?
5.What song does Lucy ask Schroeder to play on his piano in “A Charlie Brown
Christmas”?
6.What color was the Christmas that Elvis “The King” Presley had?
7.Of all the popular Christmas songs, which is the best-selling single of all
time?
8.Which hymn’s second verse begins with “Christ by highest heaven adored”?
9.Which song’s second line begins with, “Led by the light of faith serenely
beaming”?
10.In 1948, what song was released by Spike Jones and the City Slickers?
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Trivia Answers: 1.Answer: Lords a‐leaping Answer: The Nutcracker Answer: “Away In a Manger” Answer: “Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer” Answer: “Jingle Bells” Answer: “Blue Christmas” Answer: “White Christmas” Answer: “Hark the Herald Angels Sing” Answer: “O Holy Night” We enjoy being a part of your lives and hope that you find the newsletter
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Join us Friday, December 9, at 1:00 p.m. for a FREE Christmas
tag making cra class by
Shannon. Limited to a maximum
of 10 people. If you are
interested, please call Shannon
at 407‐3167 to get signed up.
All materials will be provided.
Blitz Your Gi s! The smallest act of kindness
is worth more than the
greatest inten on.
‐Anonymous
Friday Morning
10:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
We invite you for a pinochle lover’s activity.
Dick Eardley Boise Senior
Center
690 Robbins Road
Boise, ID 83702
Everyone is welcome for
lunch at our center!
2017 Newsletter!
Give Your Gi s Some Glitz For those over 60
the suggested contribution
is $4.00.
For those under 60,
the cost is $6.00.
Lunch is served
from12:00 to
12:30 p.m.
Monday through
Friday.
If you are over the age of 60 you
may purchase a book of 10 lunch
tickets for $35.00. Please see the
person at the dining room desk.
Dick Eardley Boise
Senior Center is not
responsible for lost,
stolen or misplaced
items at the center.
Please check with
lost and found at
the front desk.
Thank you.
The Dick Eardley Boise Senior Center has a wonderful and talented group of cra ers. Make it a rou ne to stop in to see all of our beau ful cra s we sell in our Cra Bou que. We are open Monday‐Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Let’s Play (English) Scrabble Scrabble is a word game in which two to four players score points by forming words from individual le ered les. The words are formed across and down in cross‐word fashion. We invite you to indulge in this fun and brain empowerment game of Scrabble. We meet every Monday at 10:45 a.m. for this new game of spelling, laughing and enjoying each other’s company. For more informa on, please call Jane e at 336‐8116. Printed by the Cottages of Boise phone—853-1255
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November Birthdays
Those honored at the birthday table during our birthday celebra on at the Boise Senior Center: Printed by the Cottages
HowdoIknow....
Thatmyyouthisallspent?
Judy Brook, Beverly Berry, Mary Lou Hay,
Claude e Levesque, Ramona Bugayong,
and Dorothy Mleziva.
(If I missed your name please forgive me)
The second Friday of every month is what we like to call Birthday Friday. You will receive reserved sea ng at our birthday table, special entertainment, a corsage donated by “The Florist” at Edwards Greenhouse, a slice of cake, donated by Shaw Mountain at Cascadia and we will sing Happy Birthday. We hope to see your birthday smile on this special day. Happy Birthday To You!
Newsletter Article Request
If your group is interested in submitting
an article in next month’s newsletter,
please give your submission to Angie.
Well,mygetupandgo
hasgotupandwent.
Butinspiteofitall
Iamabletogrin
whenIrecall
wheremygetuphasbeen.
ButIreallydon'tmind
whenIthink,withagrin,
ofallthegrandplaces
mygetuphasbeen.
SinceIhaveretired
fromlife'scompetition,
Iaccommodatemyself
withcompleterepetition.
Igetupeachmorning,
anddustoffmywits,
pickupmypaper
andreadthe"obits."
Ifmynameismissing,
IknowI'mnotdead,
soIeatagoodbreakfast
andgobacktobed!
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Traveling Gems Your ideas are appreciated and we would like you to share them at our mee ngs. If you would like to suggest an adventure, please join us the 2nd Thursday of every month at 11:00 a.m. Dates and mes of trips are
subject to change. Please call Marylu at 345‐0889 or Anne at 866‐4028. Sign Up Early. Payment is required when you sign up. Please copy and share our
brochures with friends, family and neighbors. Children and grandchildren, (18 years
& older) are welcome to join us on most trips. Please call to confirm.
Make sure your travel partner is NOT your emergency contact person. A VARIETY OF EXERCISE CLASSES!
I feel like my body has go en totally out of shape, so I got my doctor's permission to join a fitness club and start exercising. I decided to take an aerobics class for seniors. I bent, twisted, gyrated, jumped up and down, and perspired for an hour. But, by the me I got my leotards on, the class was over. Can you relate? If so, we invite you to join our many exercise groups we offer. For more informa on, please call 608‐7580. We can help. Here are the exercise classes we offer at the Dick Eardley Boise Senior Center.  Arthri c Yoga  Senior Zumba  Longevity S ck  Stretch‐n‐Tone  Line Dancing  Fit and Fall Proof  Tai Chi Seniors On The Go! We're a social group for seniors who get together for dinner, local events, fes vals, concerts, river ra ing etc. “Seniors On The Go” is NOT a da ng group. There is no charge to be a member, however, wherever we go, each person will be responsible for paying their own bills. To confirm informa on and prices on the ou ngs listed, please call Doris at 375‐3140. Hearing Clinic! Legal Issues? Free legal counsel is offered at the Dick Eardley Boise Senior Center:  First Mondays and third Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m.  Second and fourth Wednesdays at 2:00 p.m. Come early to pick up your number. For informa on, call 608‐7580. Printed by the Cottages of Boise phone—853-1255
The Dick Eardley Boise Senior Center would like to welcome Hearing
Health for You as our new sponsors for our hearing clinic. The clinic will be held the third Wednesday of the month at 11:00 a.m. Have your hear‐
ing aids cleaned, checked and ba ery free of charge. Printed by the Cottages of Boise phone—853-1255
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Yes! I found it! Thank you to all the individuals
and groups who volunteer their
me and talents at the center
daily, weekly and monthly! We
appreciate you dearly!
Gardening News Our Thri store carries a variety of items. You might find something you just can’t live without. Stop in for a look‐see. We are open Monday‐Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Visit Santa December 3rd & 10th from 12:00 noon — 2:00 p.m. Severe weather can be dangerous. Flooding roads, damaging homes, downing power lines and more. Even when the storm clouds pass, you aren't necessarily in the clear. Follow these precau ons in the a ermath of severe storms. A er a Severe Thunderstorm Avoid driving if possible. If you have to travel, turn around if the road is flooded or blocked by debris. Stay away from downed power lines. Anything touching the power line can carry a charge. Report the downed line and avoid the area. Clean up or rope off dangerous areas. Cover hail‐ or wind‐damaged windows with tarps and plywood un l an inspector can assess the damage. The Florist 1. Don't mulch for winter until the
ground is frozen. This may be
counter-intuitive, because gardeners
think of mulch as a blanket and
blankets keep people warm. The
mission of mulch is actually to keep
the ground frozen. Frost heaves,
when the ground freezes, thaws, then
freezes again, can harm plants' roots.
2. Put your terra cotta planters and pots
in the garage during the winter.
3. If you have containers of plants don't
put them up against the house or
leave them under the eaves. Put
them in the yard where they're
protected from the wind but can still
get water and dew. 208‐342‐0588 208‐342‐7548 4106 Sand Creek Street Boise, ID 83703 Fax: 208‐342‐0411 www.edwa rdsg reenhouse.com Thank You Edwards Greenhouse! We would like to thank “The Florist” at Edwards for providing our birthday Friday corsages.  Edwards holds special events, classes and workshops throughout the year.  Tours of the greenhouse for students and special interest groups are available. Happy Holidays!
A er a Tornado Wear appropriate clothing. Sturdy, closed‐toe shoes or boots, long sleeves and gloves are best for inspec ng damage and handling debris. Avoid using candles or torches to inspect damage. Sparks from an open flame could ignite a fire or cause a gas‐related explosion in a damaged building. Shut off the power if you smell something burning, see frayed or sparking wires or suspect a gas leak. Turn off the main circuit breaker and the natural gas and propane tanks. Use cau on around debris. Sharp objects, broken glass or exposed nails may cause injuries that could lead to infec on. A er a Hurricane Be cau ous around electronics. Do not turn on wet appliances. If appliances are plugged in, turn off the power at the circuit breaker and have an electrician inspect appliances before you use them again. Throw away spoiled food. Toss perishables as well as any food that has come in contact with flood or storm water. Avoid tap water. Public water may be contaminated a er a severe storm. Use bo led water for drinking, If your home sustains damage in a severe storm, contact your Homeowners Insurance agent to fill out a storm damage claim. Also, beware of untrustworthy contractors who are looking to cash in on repairs. Printed by the Cottages of Boise phone—853-1255
CaramelAppleBars
Ingredients:
1 cup packed brown sugar 1/2 cup bu er or margarine, so ened 1/4 cup shortening 1‐3/4 cups all‐purpose flour 1‐1/2 cups quick‐cooking oats 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 4‐1/2 cups coarsely chopped peeled tart apples (3 medium) 3 tablespoons all‐purpose flour 1 bag (14 ounces) caramels Direc ons: Heat oven to 400ºF. Mix brown sugar, bu er and shortening in large bowl. S r in 1‐3/4 cups flour, the oats, salt and baking soda. Reserve 2 cups oat mixture; press remaining oat mixture in ungreased rectangular pan, 13x9x2 inches. Toss apples and 3 tablespoons flour; spread over mixture in pan. Heat caramels over low heat, s rring occasionally, un l melted; pour evenly over apples. Sprinkle with reserved oat mixture; press lightly. Bake 25 to 30 minutes or un l topping is golden brown and apples are tender. Printed by the Cottages of Boise phone—853-1255
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Braydon Lee 573‐1202 Jordan Thompson 830‐2831 Braxpestcontrol.com Our friendly technicians will communicate with you to create your own specialized treatment plan to cover the interior and exterior of your home. All of our equipment and products are safe to the environment, children, and pets. Please men on the Dick Eardley Boise Senior Center for our senior discount. Paid Adver sement Expires 12‐
You may recognize someone for
their special “achievements”
by our
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White Elephant gi s needed!! Falling….
Trying to make room for all the new items you’ll receive for the holidays? Why not donate those items to morning Bingo for prizes? Bingo starts at 10:00 a.m. every Thursday morning. We invite you to join us for a game. A Worry Many Seniors Have
Canasta! The game of Canasta is said to have originated in Montevideo, Uruguay, around 1940. We invite you to the Boise Senior Center on Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m. for a game of Canasta. For informa on, call the Dick Eardley Boise Senior Center at 608‐7580. This Day in History In Honor Of…
And
December 6—In several Northern European na ons gi s are given on this day, the feast of St. Nicholas, the patron saint of children. St. Nicholas was a bishop in Asia Minor during the 4th century. 
In Memory Of...
over age 65 take a fall.
fractures treated each year in the
U.S. and 90% are the result of a
fall.
 1 in 4 women over the age of 90
has fallen and fractured their hip.
 In the U.S., the overall cost of
treating the injuries caused by
seniors falling is in the area of $20
billion per year.
 Hip fractures make up the majority
of the cost because they are so
numerous and cost about $35,000
per person.
How to Respond to a Fall:
 DON’T PANIC. This could lead to
Remember the dearly departed
who touched your heart
by our
 Each year about 30% of seniors
 There are more than 300,000 hip

Statistics about falling:
December 7,—Japan brought the United States into World War II with a surprise a ack on the American fleet at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, on this date in 1941. The a ack crippled eight ba leships, ten warships, and 349 aircra and killed or wounded 3,581 troops. 


Our
continued
thanks for
supporting
this special
recognition
to those you
care about.
December 24—The first known radio broadcast in the United States was made on this date in 1906. This Christmas Eve program consisted of music from phonograph records, a violin solo, and a speech by physicist and engineer Reginald A. Fessenden. 

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December 25—The founder of the American branch of the Red Cross, Clara Barton, was born on this date in 1821. She served as superintendent of nurses during the American Civil War and later directed the Red Cross in the United States from 1881 un l 1904. improper action and increased
injury.
Assess, if you are hurt, what your
mobility is and what your options
are.
Try to get up. Your confidence may
be shaken, so be sure to ask
someone for help and support.
If alone, crawl to the nearest chair,
couch or stable piece of furniture
and use it for support to get up.
If you can’t get up, crawl to a
phone, pull it to the floor, and call
for help.
If the above suggestions are not
possible, stay calm and call out for
help.
Join our Fit and Fall Proof class every
Tuesday and Friday of the month at
1:00 p.m. at the Dick Eardley Boise
Senior Center. For information, please
call 608-7580.
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Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Christmas Cra Class
Traveling Gems
December 9, at 1:00 p.m.
Meeting has been
Max 10 people
changed to December
6, at 1:00 p.m. for this Please call Shannon at
407‐3167
month only.
Dick Eardley Boise Senior
Center
690 Robbins Road
608-7580
The Center is Open Mon.-Fri.
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
1 8:00 Billiards / SCRIP
9:30 Stretch & Tone
10:00 Chat-n-Chew/ Bingo / Blood Pressure
10:00 Invitational Bridge (members only)
10/11 Computer Class
11:30 Drumming Divas
Noon Meal: Oven Fried Chicken
12:05 Treats by A Caring Hand Home
1:00 Watercolors Class / Cribbage / Mah Jongg
2:00 Tai Chi
2 8:00 Billiards
9:30 / 10:15 / 11:15 Line Dancing 105, 104, 103
10-2 Computer Class
10:30 Pinochle
Noon Meal: Hamburger Sliders
12:05 Treats by Horizon HH & Emerson House
12:30 Bridge
1:00 Fit and Fall Proof
1:30 Bridge 101
2:00 Intro to Pinochle
5 8:00 Billiards
9:00 Tai Chi
9:30 Stretch & Tone
10:00 Legal Counsel
10:30 Scrabble
10:45 Line Dancing 101
Noon Meal: Turkey Florentine
12:05 Treats by The Terraces
12:30 Bridge
1:00 Arthritic Yoga
6 8:00 Billiards
9:30 / 10:15 Line Dancing 105, 104
10:30 Longevity Stick
11:15 Line Dancing 103
Noon Meal: Chicken & Dumplings
12:05 Treats by Auburn Crest
1:00 Fit and Fall Proof
1:00 Seniors On The Go Meeting
1:00 Traveling Gems Meeting
1:30 Carpet Bowling
7 8:00 Billiards
10:00 Canasta / Happy Handcrafters
Noon Meal: Swedish Meatballs
12:05 Treats by Professional Care
12:30 Bridge
1:00 Watercolors Class
1:00 Senior Zumba
2:00 Spanish Scrabble
8 8:00 Billiards
9:30 Stretch & Tone
10:00 Blood Pressure / Chat-n-Chew / Bingo
10/11 Computer Class
11:30 Drumming Divas
Noon Meal: Hearty Egg Scramble
12:05 Treats by Assisting Angels
1:00 Watercolors Class / Cribbage / Mah Jongg
2:00 Tai Chi
5:00 Fun & Friendly Bridge
6:30 Pinochle
9 8:00 Billiards
9:30/10:15 /11:15 Line Dancing 105, 104, 103
10-2 Computer Class
10:30 Pinochle
11:30 Birthday Party
11:45 Cake by Shaw Mountain @ Cascadia
Noon Meal: Pot Roast
12:30 Bridge
1:00 Christmas Gift Tag Craft Class w/ Shannon
1:00 Fit and Fall Proof
2:00 Intro to Pinochle
12 8:00 Billiards
9:00 Tai Chi
9:30 Stretch & Tone
10:30 Scrabble
10:45 Line Dancing 101
Noon Meal: Beef Stroganoff
12:30 Bridge
1:00 Arthritic Yoga
13 8:00 Billiards
9:30 / 10:15 Line Dancing 105, 104
10:30 Longevity Stick
11:15 Line Dancing 103
Noon Meal: Sweet & Sour Pork
12:05 Treats by Idaho HH & Hospice
1:00 Fit and Fall Proof
1:30 Carpet Bowling
14 8:00 Billiards
10:00 Canasta / Happy Handcrafters
Noon Meal: Stuffed Chicken
12:05 Treats by Overland Court
12:30 Bridge
1:00 Senior Zumba
1:00 Watercolors Class
2:00 Spanish Scrabble / Legal Counsel
15 8:00 Billiards
9:30 Stretch & Tone
10:00 Blood Pressure / Chat-n-Chew / Bingo
10:00 Invitational Bridge (members only)
10/11 Computer Class
11:30 Drumming Divas
Noon Meal: Cheesy Cod
12:05 Treats by Willow Park
1:00 Watercolors Class / Cribbage / Mah Jongg
2:00 Tai Chi
16 8:00 Billiards
9:30/10:15 /11:15 Line Dancing 105, 104, 103
10-2 Computer Class
10:30 Pinochle
Noon Meal: Chili Baked Potato
12:05 Treats by Legacy HH & ABC HH
12:30 Bridge
1:00 Fit and Fall Proof
1:30 Bridge 101
2:00 Intro to Pinochle
19 8:00 Billiards
9:00 Tai Chi
9:30 Stretch & Tone
10:30 Scrabble
10:45 Line Dancing 101
Noon Meal: Scalloped Chicken
12:05 Treats by The Villas
12:30 Bridge
1:00 Arthritic Yoga
20 8:00 Billiards
9:30 / 10:15 Line Dancing 105, 104
10:00 Legal Counsel
10:30 Longevity Stick
11:15 Line Dancing 103
Noon Meal: Beef Stew
12:05 Treats by Hillcrest
1:00 Fit and Fall Proof
1:30 Carpet Bowling
21 8:00 Billiards
10:00 Canasta / Happy Handcrafters
11:00 Hearing Clinic
Noon Meal: Salmon
12:05 Treats by Heatherwood
12:30 Bridge
1:00 Senior Zumba
1:00 Watercolors Class
2:00 Spanish Scrabble
22 8:00 Billiards
9:30 Stretch & Tone
10:00 Blood Pressure / Chat-n-Chew / Bingo
10/11 Computer Class
11:30 Drumming Divas
Noon Meal: Tacos
1:00 Watercolors Class
1:00 Cribbage / Mah Jongg
2:00 Tai Chi
5:00 Fun & Friendly Bridge
6:30 Pinochle
23 8:00 Billiards
9:30/10:15 Line Dancing 105, 104
10-2 Computer Class
10:30 Pinochle
11:15 Line Dancing 103
Noon Meal: Ham & Pineapple
12:30 Bridge
1:00 Fit and Fall Proof
2:00 Intro to Pinochle
26
27 8:00 Billiards
9:30 / 10:15 Line Dancing 105, 104
10:30 Longevity Stick
11:15 Line Dancing 103
Noon Meal: Breaded Fish
12:05 Treats by The Cottages
1:00 Fit and Fall Proof
1:30 Carpet Bowling
28 8:00 Billiards
10:00 Canasta / Happy Handcrafters
Noon Meal: Salisbury Steak
12:05 Treats by Chateau de Boise
12:30 Bridge / WHIZMOS
1:00 Watercolors Class
1:00 Senior Zumba
2:00 Spanish Scrabble / Legal Counsel
29 8:00 Billiards
30 8:00 Billiards
9:30 Stretch & Tone
9:30/10:15 Line Dancing 105, 104
10:00 Blood Pressure / Chat-n-Chew / Bingo
10-2 Computer Class
10/11 Computer Class
10:30 Pinochle
11:30 Drumming Divas
11:15 Line Dancing 103
Noon Meal: Open Turkey Sandwich
Noon Meal: Chicken Parmesan
1:00 Watercolors Class
12:30 Bridge
1:00 Cribbage / Mah Jongg
1:00 Fit and Fall Proof
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2:00 Tai Chi
2:00 Intro to Pinochle
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