Barbara Ray

May 9, 2013

Did you ever know someone that could walk into a room full of strangers and leave hours later with a room full of new friends?  That was my mom.  She truly enjoyed being with people and learning all about them.  One time on the bus from Boston she arrived in Conway with a fairly complete life history of the girl who had sat next to her.  She made people feel comfortable and as a result, they felt free to tell her things.  My mom has been gone for a number of years now but her smile has stayed with me.  To all the mothers, grandmothers, and aunts out there, Happy Mother’s Day!                           

Our annual Memorial Day Craft Fair is coming up on May 25^th and 26^th.  We have many wonderful craftsmen signed up for this two day event and we hope you can join us.  These crafters come from areas all over New England as well as a number of our own outstanding local dealers.  There will be a wide selection of items on sale including fine jewelry, pottery, art, Adirondack chairs, gourmet specialty foods, fudge, baked goods, photography and much more.  Street parking is readily available or park in the town lot adjacent to the center and simply stroll over to the Gibson front lawn.  It’s a fun time and a great way to support the center. 

Be sure to check the schedule below for all the upcoming programs and trips here at Gibson.  Take care, have a wonderful week, and God bless!

 Monday, May 13:  Chair exercise begins at 10:30 today in the activity room. Board the bus at 12:30 for bowling in Fryeburg.  Yoga class begins at 12:30 in the activity room.

Tuesday, May 14:   Board the bus at 9:00 for our trip to the new Museum of the White Mountains at Plymouth StateUniversity.  Strength, Balance & Stretch classes begin today 10:00-11:00 in the activity room.   Lunch will be served at noon at our SilverLake meal site. Fran’s Flicks “Cotton Club” begins at 12:30 in the activity room.

Wednesday, May 15:  Wii games are available 10:30-11:30 and 12:30-1:30 in the activity room.  Game day begins at 12:30 in the activity room.

Thursday, May 16:  Belly Dance class begins at 9:00 in the activity room.  There will be a Belly Dance demo today at 10:30 at Mineral Springs.  Chair exercise begins at 10:30 in the activity room.    Medicare counseling is available from noon – 1:00 in the dining room.  A book review of “The Girl With the Pearl Earring” takes place at 12:30 in the activity room. 

Friday, May 17:  Strength, Balance & Stretch classes begin today 10:00-11:00 in the activity room.  Singers rehearsal at 11:00 in the pool room.  A kickoff  event for the Be Kind Festival will take place at 12:30 in the activity room featuring guest speaker Gardiner Perry. 

  Upcoming programs:

-Blood Pressure Clinics: 2nd Tues. of each month, 11-12 Also the last Wednesday of each month.  11:45-12:45

- Fran’s Flicks begin at 12:30 on the following Tuesdays:   “Cotton Club” 5/14; “A Time to Kill” 5/28. 

- Yoga Class:  held every Monday for 8 weeks and taught by Yoga expert Dixie Lea.  $40 for all 8 classes or $7 per class.

 Upcoming trips, please call to sign up: 356-3231:

(Payment is due when you sign up for a trip.  Checks are not cashed until the day of the trip.)

Museum of the White Mountains: Passing Through: the Allure of the White Mountains.  We will travel to

Plymouth State College, and visit their newly opened museum.  We will have lunch at the Plymouth Diner (on

your own).  Tuesday, May 14th.  Board bus at 9:30, return about 6. 

Lupine Trips: June 12th & 18th.  Polly’s Pancakes, Sampler, Cheese Shop,

SeaDogs Night Games:

            Thursday June 13th, ErieSea Wolves (Tigers)

Tuesday, August 20^th NH Fisher Cats (Jays)

Upcoming overnight trips, please call to sign up: 356-3231:

-          -Canada & New England Cruise:  Oct. 4-11 sail the Norwegian Dawn to Quebec City, Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, New —Brunswick, Bar Harbor, Me. and Boston.  Inclusive price: $1399-1602 ppdo.

-          Coast of Maine: June 23-26, $475ppdo 3 nights Belfast. Acadia, Camden, Campobello, 3 breakfasts, 3 dinners (including one lobster), casino.

 Monday: pasta bolognese, Tuesday:  beef & veggie stir-fry; Wednesday: soup & sandwich buffet, Thursday: Bavarian meatloaf, Fri:  salmon pie

Francine Lampidis

May 3, 2013

 A heartfelt and very grateful “Thank You” to all those who contributed in any way to a successful and fun-filled Feinstein Challenge benefitting the Gibson Nutrition Program, both Meals on Wheels and Congregate meals. We exceeded all expectations because of the faithful commitment of not only our participants, but other donors, individuals, businesses, both known and anonymous, from this community and beyond.

We were heartened that our attendees, with much enthusiasm and generosity, assumed an integral role in this fundraising effort through raffles of homemade baked goods, sweets donated from a local business, and other gifts. Through this grass roots effort, we know we can sustain a vibrant program, maintaining our mission to support senior wellness and independence, as we face the economic and political challenges ahead.

Be sure to check the schedule below for all the upcoming programs and trips here at Gibson.  Take care, have a wonderful week, and God bless!

 Monday, May 6:  Chair exercise begins at 10:30 today in the activity room. Board the bus at 12:30 for bowling in Fryeburg.  Yoga class begins at 12:30 in the activity room.

Tuesday, May 7:   Strength, Balance & Stretch classes begin today 10:00-11:00 in the activity room.   NO CONGREGATE DINING at our North Conway or Silver Lake Landing meal sites today.  The Volunteer Luncheon

Wednesday, May 8:  Wii games are available 10:30-11:30 and 12:30-1:30 in the activity room.  Game day begins at 12:30 in the activity room.

Thursday, May 9:  Belly Dance class begins at 10:00 in the activity room.  There will be a Belly Dance demo today at 10:30 at Mineral Springs.  Chair exercise begins at 10:30 in the activity room.    Medicare counseling is available from noon – 1:00 in the dining room. 

Friday, May 10:  Strength, Balance & Stretch classes begin today 10:00-11:00 in the activity room.  Singers rehearsal at 11:00 in the pool room.  The Mother’s Day Luncheon begins at 11:30 today.  A Mother’s Day Tea will be held on the patio (weather permitting) at 2:30 this afternoon.

  Upcoming programs:

-Blood Pressure Clinics: 2nd Tues. of each month, 11-12 Also the last Wednesday of each month.  11:45-12:45

- Fran’s Flicks begin at 12:30 on the following Tuesdays:   “Cotton Club” 5/14; “A Time to Kill” 5/28. 

- Yoga Class:  held every Monday for 8 weeks and taught by Yoga expert Dixie Lea.  $40 for all 8 classes or $7 per class.

- Be Kind Festival”  we’re looking for any prose, poetry or art that depicts kindness.  See Jill for more information.

 Upcoming trips, please call to sign up: 356-3231:

(Payment is due when you sign up for a trip.  Checks are not cashed until the day of the trip.)

Museum of the White Mountains: Passing Through: the Allure of the White Mountains.  We will travel to

Plymouth State College, and visit their newly opened museum.  We will have lunch at the Plymouth Diner (on  your own).  Tuesday, May 14th.  Board bus at 9:30, return about 5. 

Lupine Trips: June 12th & 18th.  Polly’s Pancakes, Sampler, Cheese Shop,

SeaDogs Night Games:

            Thursday June 13th, ErieSea Wolves (Tigers)

Tuesday, August 20^th NH Fisher Cats (Jays)

Upcoming overnight trips, please call to sign up: 356-3231:

-          -Canada & New England Cruise:  Oct. 4-11 sail the Norwegian Dawn to Quebec City, Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, New —Brunswick, Bar Harbor, Me. and Boston.  Inclusive price: $1399-1602 ppdo.

-          Coast of Maine: June 23-26, $475ppdo 3 nights Belfast. Acadia, Camden, Campobello, 3 breakfasts, 3 dinners (including one lobster), casino.

 Monday: Polish hunter’s stew, Tuesday:  Dining Room closed today,  MOW’s- Chef’s choice; Wednesday: ham & noodle casserole, Thursday: chicken pot pie, Fri:  pasta primavera

By Ernie Menard

As we ask God’s blessing on us

And the food we are about to receive

May we be thankful for the four season of the year.

We have the warm air of summer with

A cooling breeze off the lake.

Then there is the spectacular fall foliage

And the refreshing autumn air.

Next comes the beauty of winter

After newly fallen snow.

After the vagaries of winter

Comes the awe-inspiring wonder

Of sprouting plants and trees

And the twittering of birds and the sounds of

Four-legged creatures.

Ah! The pleasures of springtime.

Let us thank God for all these beautiful season.

Barbara Ray

April 19, 2013

Well, I didn’t get my snow day last Friday but I must say the ride home that afternoon was interesting.  When I saw ice forming on the trees in front of the center, I decided to leave work early.  There was a good inch of slush on the road but by the time I got to Conway, it was snowing.  I pulled into our driveway, looked around at the snow covered trees and suddenly remembered that old saying, “If you can’t beat ‘em, join ‘em”.  I plugged in the Christmas lights on the tree out front and went inside to light the woodstove.  Happy Spring!!

There are less than two weeks left in April so I do want to say that if you haven’t had the opportunity yet, there is still time to make a donation to the Feinstein Challenge.  This year our nutrition program is being challenged with the threat of federal and state cuts which means your donations are more important than ever.  We want to ensure our seniors ongoing food security and independence at home and hope you will join us in that endeavor. 

Please remember there will be a World Book Night here on Tuesday, April 23^rd.  The women from Altrusa are providing free copies of the book Girl with the Pearl Earring and their only request is that you pass it on when you are done.  A reading group will then meet here on May 16^th to discuss the book.  Hope you will join them.  Be sure to check the schedule below for all the upcoming programs and trips here at Gibson.

Take care, have a wonderful week, and God bless!

 Monday, April 22:  Chair exercise begins at 10:30 today in the activity room. Board the bus at 12:30 for bowling in Fryeburg.  Yoga class begins at 12:30 in the activity room.

Tuesday, April 23:   World Book Night Distribution at 11:20 at Gibson and at 12:20 at our Silver Lake Landing site, Strength, Balance & Stretch classes begin today 10:00-11:00 in the activity room.   Lunch will be served at noon at our SilverLake meal site.  Fran’s Flicks “Fracture” begins at 12:30 in the activity room.

Wednesday, April 24:  AARP Safe Driving Class will take place from 8:30-4:00 in the activity room, Wii games are available 10:30-11:30 and 12:30-1:30 in the pool room.  Game day begins at 12:30 in the dining room.  Caregivers Support group will meet at 12:30 in the social room today. 

Thursday, April 25  Belly Dance class begins at 9:00 in the activity room.  Chair exercise begins at 10:30 in the activity room.    Medicare counseling is available from noon – 1:00 in the dining room.  Feinstein Fundraising Dance begins at 2:00 in the activity room.

Friday, April 26:  Strength, Balance & Stretch classes begin today 10:00-11:00 in the activity room.  There will be a Ballroom Dance Refresher class in the activity room at 12:30.  Home pick ups begin at 3:30 for the Murder Mystery Dinner. 

  Upcoming programs:

-Blood Pressure Clinics: 2nd Tues. of each month, 11-12 Also the last Wednesday of each month.  11:45-12:45

- Fran’s Flicks begin at 12:30 on the following Tuesdays:  “Fracture” 4/23; “Cotton Club” 5/14; “A Time to Kill” 5/28. 

- Yoga Class:  held every Monday for 8 weeks and taught by Yoga expert Dixie Lea.  $40 for all 8 classes or $7 per class.

- Be Kind Festival”  we’re looking for any prose, poetry or art that depicts kindness.  See Jill for more information.

 Upcoming trips, please call to sign up: 356-3231:

(Payment is due when you sign up for a trip.  Checks are not cashed until the day of the trip.)

Murder Mystery Dinner:  Friday, April 26^th.  Dinner is $20, BYOB; home pickups, suggested donation $10.

Art In Bloom: Monday, April 29th. We will stop for supper, on your own.

Museum of the White Mountains: Passing Through: the Allure of the White Mountains.  We will travel to

Plymouth State College, and visit their newly opened museum.  We will have lunch at the Plymouth Diner (on

your own).  Tuesday, May 14th.  Board bus at 9:30, return about 6. 

Lupine Trips: June 12th & 18th.  Polly’s Pancakes, Sampler, Cheese Shop,

SeaDogs Night Games:

            Thursday June 13th, ErieSea Wolves (Tigers)

Tuesday, August 20^th NH Fisher Cats (Jays)

Upcoming overnight trips, please call to sign up: 356-3231:

-          -Canada & New England Cruise:  Oct. 4-11 sail the Norwegian Dawn to Quebec City, Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, New —Brunswick, Bar Harbor, Me. and Boston.  Inclusive price: $1399-1602 ppdo.

-          Coast of Maine: June 23-26, $475ppdo 3 nights Belfast. Acadia, Camden, Campobello, 3 breakfasts, 3 dinners (including one lobster), casino.

 Monday: Kim’s chicken casserole, Tuesday:  hamburger stroganoff; Wednesday: chef’s choice, Thursday: ham & veggie rissotto, Fri:  tuna casserole

Barbara Ray

April 11 2013

Welcome to New England!!  Tomorrow is the second week in April and they’re forecasting snow and sleet.  Like everyone else here at Gibson, I was a bit disappointed.  After all, it’s spring.  I was raking the yard just the other day, trees were budding and plants were popping out of the ground but then I got to thinking……. a Friday snow day.  It’s like the perfect storm.  Maybe Mother Nature has just one more “snow day” for us.  Hmmmmmm.

 There are lots of new programs going on this month including yoga, Fran’s Flicks and a Be Kind Festival.  Alice is back with a refresher class of ballroom dance on Fridays and there will be a World Book Night here on April 23^rd.  We also have some great trips coming up this spring and summer.  Personally, I’m hoping to sneak in to the self massage techniques class next Thursday.  Whatever your interest, we seem to have quite a variety of programs and trips taking place so be sure to  check the schedule below for all the upcoming programs and trips here at Gibson.  Take care, have a wonderful week, and God bless!

 Monday, April 15:  Chair exercise begins at 10:30 today in the activity room. Board the bus at 12:30 for bowling in Fryeburg.  Yoga class begins at 12:30 in the activity room.

Tuesday, April 16:   Board the bus at 9:00 for the Mountain Scenery Tour.  The School of White Mt. Artists will be on display at the NH Historical Society.  Strength, Balance & Stretch classes begin today 10:00-11:00 in the activity room.   Lunch will be served at noon at our SilverLake meal site.

Wednesday, April 17:  Wii games are available 10:30-11:30 and 12:30-1:30 in the activity room.  Game day begins at 12:30 in the activity room.  Caregivers Support group will meet at 12:30 in the pool room today.  A Feinstein Tea will be held at our Silver Lake Landing meal site starting at 2:30. 

Thursday, April 18:  Belly Dance class begins at 9:00 in the activity room.  Chair exercise begins at 10:30 in the activity room.    Medicare counseling is available from noon – 1:00 in the dining room.  A Self Massage Techniques program will begin at 12:30 in the activity room.

Friday, April 19:  Strength, Balance & Stretch classes begin today 10:00-11:00 in the activity room.  There will be a Ballroom Dance Refresher class in the activity room at 12:30. 

  Upcoming programs:

-Blood Pressure Clinics: 2nd Tues. of each month, 11-12 Also the last Wednesday of each month.  11:45-12:45

- Fran’s Flicks begin at 12:30 on the following Tuesdays:  “Fracture” 4/23; “Cotton Club” 5/14; “A Time to Kill” 5/28. 

- Yoga Class:  held every Monday for 8 weeks and taught by Yoga expert Dixie Lea.  $40 for all 8 classes or $7 per class.

- Be Kind Festival”  we’re looking for any prose, poetry or art that depicts kindness.  See Jill for more information.

- The ladies from the Altrusa group will hold a “World Book Night” on Tuesday, April 23^rd.  They will bring 20 copies of the book Girl with the Pearl Earring to distribute to the GibsonCenter. 

 Upcoming trips, please call to sign up: 356-3231:

(Payment is due when you sign up for a trip.  Checks are not cashed until the day of the trip.)

Murder Mystery Dinner:  Friday, April 26^th.  Dinner is $20, BYOB; home pickups, suggested donation $10.

Art In Bloom: Monday, April 29th. We will stop for supper, on your own.

Museum of the White Mountains: Passing Through: the Allure of the White Mountains.  We will travel to

Plymouth State College, and visit their newly opened museum.  We will have lunch at the Plymouth Diner (on

your own).  Tuesday, May 14th.  Board bus at 9:30, return about 6. 

Lupine Trips: June 12th & 18th.  Polly’s Pancakes, Sampler, Cheese Shop,

SeaDogs Night Games:

            Thursday June 13th, ErieSea Wolves (Tigers)

Tuesday, August 20^th NH Fisher Cats (Jays)

Upcoming overnight trips, please call to sign up: 356-3231:

-          -Canada & New England Cruise:  Oct. 4-11 sail the Norwegian Dawn to Quebec City, Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, New —Brunswick, Bar Harbor, Me. and Boston.  Inclusive price: $1399-1602 ppdo.

-          Coast of Maine: June 23-26, $475ppdo 3 nights Belfast. Acadia, Camden, Campobello, 3 breakfasts, 3 dinners (including one lobster), casino.

Monday: sweet & sour pork, Tuesday:  Bavarian meatloaf; Wednesday: soup & sandwich, Thursday: bbq chicken, Fri:  curried chickpeas & veggies

Barbara Ray

March 14, 2013

 Do you remember the TV show “Perry Mason”?  I frequently watched that show because I knew, no matter what the case was, Perry would get the “bad guy” in the end.  That doesn’t happen much in today’s TV programs.  Somewhere down the line, program executives decided television needed to be more realistic so now the murderer gets off on a technicality or the villain escapes.  Maybe it’s just me but I disagree.  I want the bad guys caught and the good guy to win.  Television should be entertaining and fun.  I figure if you want reality you can always watch the news or read a paper.  Incidentally, don’t let them fool you.  Those reality shows on TV today……. they’re not real.  Happy St. Patrick’s Day!!

 We had a wonderful turn out this week for our St. Patrick’s Day luncheons.  Rick was away but David did a great job preparing the food assisted by Cathy & Jim.  The corned beef & cabbage was spectacular.  Thank you, guys.  We have another holiday luncheon coming up for Easter at the end of the month.  We’ll be serving our famous baked black oak ham and it’s a meal you won’t want to miss.  Please remember our holiday luncheons require reservations so call 356-3231 to reserve your seat.    

 You can check the schedule below for upcoming programs and trips here at Gibson.  Take care, have a wonderful week, and God bless!

Monday, March 18:  Chair exercise begins at 10:30 today in the activity room. Board the bus at 12:30 for bowling in Fryeburg. 

Tuesday, March 19:    Strength, Balance & Stretch classes begin today 10:00-11:00 in the activity room.   Lunch will be served at noon at our SilverLake meal site.   Sue will play the banjo at SilverLake after lunch. 

Wednesday, March 20:  Wii games are available 10:30-11:30 and 12:30-1:30 in the activity room.  Game day begins at 12:30 in the activity room.  Caregivers Support group will meet at 12:30 in the pool room today.

Thursday, March 21:  Belly Dance class begins at 9:00 in the activity room.  Chair exercise begins at 10:30 in the activity room.    Medicare counseling is available from noon – 1:00 in the dining room. The Feinstein Tea will begin at 2:30 in the dining room by the fireplace.

Friday, March 22:     Strength, Balance & Stretch classes begin today 10:00-11:00 in the activity room.  Board the bus for the Oxford Casino at 12:30.  Home by 5:30.

  Upcoming programs:

-Blood Pressure Clinics: 2nd Tues. of each month, 11-12 Also the last Wednesday of each month.  11:45-12:45

-Strength, Balance & Stretch:  classes meet on Tuesdays & Fridays at 10:00.  Professional trainer, Bobbie Bromme begins and ends each class with some gentle stretches, and works up to aerobic and weight training.  She encourages people to do what they can and provides advice if one is experiencing challenges.  Twenty four classes are offered for only $75 for Gibson members.

 Upcoming trips, please call to sign up: 356-3231:

(Payment is due when you sign up for a trip.  Checks are not cashed until the day of the trip.)

Oxford Casino: Friday, March 22nd.  Board bus at 12:30, return about 5:30 $10

Ricky Nelson Tribute: presented by his twin sons, Friday, April 5th.  2:30PM, dinner on own.

Mountain Scenery: School of White Mt. Artists, on display at the NH Historical Society.  Tuesday, April 16th.  9-6.  $16, includes box meal.  

Art In Bloom: Monday, April 29th.  $55, includes box lunch, admission to the museum, and transportation.  We will stop for supper, on your own.

Museum of the White Mountains:  Passing Through: the Allure of the White Mountains.  We will travel to Plymouth State Collage, and visit their newly opened museum.  We will have lunch at the Plymouth Diner (on your own).  Tuesday, May 14th.  Board bus at 9:30, return about 6.  $15

Lupine Trips: June 12th & 18th.  Polly’s Pancakes, Sampler, Cheese Shop, $12

SeaDogs Night Games: $22, includes box supper, fireworks, great seats, transportation.

        Thursday June 13th,  we play the Erie Sea Wolves (Tigers)

        Tuesday, August 20th, we play the NH Fisher Cats (Blue Jays)

Upcoming overnight trips, please call to sign up: 356-3231:

- -Canada & New England Cruise:  Oct. 4-11 sail the Norwegian Dawn to Quebec City, Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, New —Brunswick, Bar Harbor, Me. and Boston.  Inclusive price: $1399-1602 ppdo.

-Hollywood Casino & Coast of Maine: June 25-27.  $300ppdo.  Rte 1, FortKnox & PenobscotNarrows, AcadiaPark, Museums.

Monday: beef Burgundy stew, Tuesday:  Bavarian meatloaf; Wednesday: chicken & sausage cacciatore, Thursday: soup & sandwich buffet, Fri:  curried chickpea & veggie stew

Jill has an interesting program on Memory & Tips to Remember More taking place this Thursday February 28th. The program sponsored by REAP (Referral Education Assistance & Prevention program) begins at 12:30 in the activity room and is open to the public. We hope you can join us.

On February 26th, the OLLI (Osher Lifelong Learning Institute) will have an open house at Granite State College in Conway to preview the classes they will be offering in our area this spring. They offer a wide array of classes in literature, the arts, history, sports, current issues and more. Classes are usually 1 or 2 sessions. Call 513-1377 for more information or go to www.olli.granite.edu. We have some very interesting programs going on this week at the center so be sure to take a moment to check the schedule below for upcoming programs and trips here at Gibson. Take care, have a wonderful week, and God bless!

Monday, Feb. 25: Chair exercise begins at 10:30 today in the activity room. Board the bus at 12:30 for bowling in Fryeburg.
Tuesday, Feb. 26: Strength, Balance & Stretch classes begin today 10:00-11:00 in the activity room. Lunch will be served at noon at our Silver Lake meal site.
Wednesday, Feb. 27: Wii games are available 10:30-11:30 and 12:30-1:30 in the activity room. Game day begins at 12:30 in the activity room. The Caregiver Support Group will meet in the pool room at 12:30.
Thursday, Feb. 28: Belly Dance class begins at 9:00 in the activity room. Chair exercise begins at 10:30 in the activity room. Medicare counseling is available from noon – 1:00 in the dining room. REAP will present a program on Memory: Tips to Remember More at 12:30 today in the activity room.
Friday, March 1: Strength, Balance & Stretch classes begin today 10:00-11:00 in the activity room.
Saturday, March 2: Board the bus at 10:00 for Celtic Women.
Upcoming programs:
-Blood Pressure Clinics: 2nd Tues. of each month, 11-12 Also the last Wednesday of each month. 11:45-12:45
-Strength, Balance & Stretch: classes meet on Tuesdays & Fridays at 10:00. Professional trainer, Bobbie Bromme begins and ends each class with some gentle stretches, and works up to aerobic and weight training. She encourages people to do what they can and provides advice if one is experiencing challenges. Twenty four classes are offered for only $75 for Gibson members.
-Benefits of Massage: Join us after lunch on Thursday, March 7th for a discussion on massage.
Upcoming trips, please call to sign up: 356-3231:
(Payment is due when you sign up for a trip. Checks are not cashed until the day of the trip.)
-Celtic Women: Saturday, March 2, 2013. 10AM-7:30PM. $53,
-Indian Head St. Patrick’s Luncheon: March 13, 9:30-5:30. $46, inc. cocktails, lunch, entertainment, photo.
-Boston Flower Show: Friday, March 15. $46. 25 gardens, 250 exhibitors. 7AM
Ricky Nelson Tribute: presented by his twin sons, Friday, April 5th. 2:30PM, $58. dinner on own
-Late Nite Catechism Las Vegas: Sister Rolls the Dice! Friday, April 12th. $60. Board bus at 3pm. The Convent needs a new roof, so the order has decided to pool their salaries together and send Sister, (with her 25 years gambling experience running the Church BINGO) to Las Vegas!
-Art In Bloom: Monday, April 29th. $55
Upcoming overnight trips, please call to sign up: 356-3231:
-Lancaster Show Trip “Noah”: April 15-18, 2013. $415 ppdo. Amish country at planting time
-Canada & New England Cruise: Oct. 4-11 sail the Norwegian Dawn to Quebec City, Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, New —Brunswick, Bar Harbor, Me. and Boston. Inclusive price: $1399-1602 ppdo.
-Hollywood Casino & Coast of Maine: June 25-27. $300ppdo. Rte 1, Fort Knox & Penobscot Narrows, Acadia Park, Museums.
Monday: barbecue chicken, Tuesday: Bavarian meatloaf; Wednesday: spaghetti w/ meat sauce, Thursday: roast beef hash, Fri: Chef’s choice

Barbara Ray

January 31, 2013

For all you cat lovers out there, I hope you missed the news that came out the other day regarding our feline friends.  It appears that all that purring, cuddling and chasing their tails was just a rouse.  A newly realized study states that cats kill one to three billion birds every year.  Now I knew cats enjoyed going after birds but I was truly amazed at this high a number.  I was even worried that at this rate those feline murderers would eventually wipe out our fine feathered friends.   Oh yes, I was getting really nervous ……..until I discovered that those billions represented only 15% of the total bird population.  Remember Hitchcock’s movie “The Birds”??  Maybe those cats know something we don’t. 

The community has responded enthusiastically to our silent and live auction which is taking place this Thursday evening, February 7th. We have 100 gallons of oil, art, Valley Originals gift certificates, hairdos, ski tickets, car items, R&R Woodworkers has again donated one of their amazingAdirondackrocking chairs, as well as a wide assortments of “can’t live without stuff”. We also have a one week stay at any Interval International resort on the entire planet so plan your getaway now!  This is our Fourteenth Annual Auction here at the center.  The cost to attend is still $10 per person.  The silent auction begins at 5:30 followed by the live auction with our very ownGeorge Clevelandacting as auctioneer.  Once againRick Spencerand his talented kitchen staff will present their now famous and delectable hors d’oeuvres buffet – something you won’t want to miss.  Local businesses and craftsmen have been most generous.  This event is a major fundraiser for theGibsonCenterso we hope you will mark your calendars and join us for a fun-filled evening.  Reservations are suggested so please call 356-3231.  Hope to see you there.  Be sure to take a moment to check the schedule below for upcoming programs and trips here at Gibson.  Take care, have a wonderful week, and God bless!

 Monday, Feb. 4:  Chair exercise begins at 10:30 today in the activity room.  Board the bus at 12:30 for bowling in Fryeburg. 

Tuesday, Feb. 5:    Strength, Balance & Stretch classes begin today 10:00-11:00 in the activity room.   Lunch will be served at noon at our Silver Lake meal site. Join us in the activity room after lunch for a program on Holistic Wellness.

Wednesday, Feb. 6:  Wii games are available 10:30-11:30 and 12:30-1:30 in the activity room.  Game day begins at 12:30 in the activity room.  The Caregiver Support Group will meet in the social room at 12:30.

Thursday, Feb. 7:  Belly Dance class begins at 9:00 in the activity room.  Chair exercise begins at 10:30 in the activity room. Medicare counseling is available from noon – 1:00 in the dining room.  The Gibson Valentine Auction begins at 5:30 this evening. 

Friday, Feb. 8: Strength, Balance & Stretch classes begin today 10:00-11:00 in the activity room.  Welcome Chinese New Year in the dining room.

 Upcoming programs:

-Blood Pressure Clinics: 2nd Tues. of each month, 11-12  Also the last Wednesday of each month.  11:45-12:45

-Strength, Balance & Stretch:  classes meet on Tuesdays & Fridays at 10:00.  Professional trainer, Bobbie Bromme begins and ends each class with some gentle stretches, and works up to aerobic and weight training.  She encourages people to do what they can and provides advice if one is experiencing challenges.  Twenty four classes are offered for only $75 for Gibson members.

-Holistic Wellness:  Join us after lunch for a talk by T. Murray on Tuesday, February 5th

-Benefits of Massage:  Join us after lunch on Thursday, March 7th for a discussion on massage.

 Upcoming trips, please call to sign up: 356-3231:

(Payment is due when you sign up for a trip.  Checks are not cashed until the day of the trip.)

-POPS! Concert: Board bus at noon, return about 8PM.  $58.  Dinner on your own at Newicks.  “A Night at the Movies” Sunday, February 24th. Music from our favorite movies.

-Celtic Women: Saturday, March 2, 2013. 10AM-7:30PM. $53,

-Indian Head St. Patrick’s Luncheon:  March 13,  9:30-5:30. $46, inc. cocktails, lunch, entertainment, photo.

-BostonFlower Show: Friday, March 15. $46.  25 gardens, 250 exhibitors. 7AM

-Late Nite CatechismLas Vegas: Sister Rolls the Dice!  Friday, April 12th.  $60.  Board bus at 3pm.  The Convent needs a new roof, so the order has decided to pool their salaries together and send Sister, (with her 25 years gambling experience running the Church BINGO) toLas Vegas!

-Art In Bloom: Monday, April 29th.  $55

Upcoming overnight trips, please call to sign up: 356-3231:

-LancasterShow Trip “Noah”: April 15-18, 2013.  $415 ppdo. Amish country at planting time

-Canada& New England Cruise:  Oct. 4-11 sail the Norwegian Dawn toQuebec City,Newfoundland,Nova Scotia, New —Brunswick,Bar Harbor,Me.andBoston.  Inclusive price: $1399-1602 ppdo.

-Hollywood Casino & Coast ofMaine: June 25-27.  $300ppdo.  Rte 1, Fort Knox & Penobscot Narrows, Acadia Park, Museums.

Monday: seafood croquettes, Tuesday: Al’s baked chicken; Wednesday:  Salisbury steak, Thursday: franks & beans, Fri:  beef & veggie stir-fry

Barbara Ray

January 18, 2013

I’m feeling a bit guilty today.  Last year at this time I made a little joke about the consistently sunny, warm weather out in California and how boring it must be for all those folks to have the same warm temperatures all the time.  Apparently, warm weather has not been an issue for them over the last week or two.  I’m afraid I may have jinxed them.  Sorry!

Cold or not, everyone here at Gibson is hoping for some nice weather on Thursday, February 7^th.  That’s the day we will be holding our Fourteenth Annual Auction here at the center.  The cost to attend is still $10 per person.  The silent auction begins at 5:30 followed by the live auction with our very own George Cleveland acting as auctioneer.  Once again Rick Spencer and his talented kitchen staff will present their now famous and delectable hors d’oeuvres buffet – something you won’t want to miss.  Local businesses and craftsmen have been most generous and Karen has received some wonderful donations including lift tickets to some favorite ski areas and gift certificates to numerous valley restaurants.  R&R Woodworkers has again donated one of their amazing Adirondack rocking chairs and several local artists have donated some outstanding handcrafted pieces.  This event is a major fundraiser for the Gibson Center so we hope you will mark your calendars and join us for a fun-filled evening.  Reservations are suggested so please call 356-3231.  Hope to see you there.  Be sure to take a moment to check the schedule below for upcoming programs and trips here at Gibson.  Take care, have a wonderful week, and God bless!

Monday, Jan. 21:  Gibson Center closed – Martin Luther King Day

Tuesday, Jan 22:    Strength, Balance & Stretch classes begin today 10:00-11:00 in the activity room.   Lunch will be served at noon at our Silver Lake meal site. 

Wednesday, Jan 23:  Wii games are available 10:30-11:30 and12:30-1:30 in the activity room.  Game day begins at 12:30 in the activity room.  The Caregiver Support Group will meet in the social room at 12:30.

Thursday, Jan 24:  Belly Dance class begins at 9:00 in the activity room.  Chair exercise begins at 10:30 in the activity room. Medicare counseling is available from noon – 1:00 in the dining room.  There will be a Tea by the Fireplace at 2:30 in the Gibson dining room.

Friday, Jan 25: Strength, Balance & Stretch classes begin today 10:00-11:00 in the activity room.

   UPCOMING PROGRAMS

Blood Pressure Clinics: 2nd Tues. of each month, 11-12  Also the last Wednesday of each month.  11:45-12:45

Strength, Balance & Stretch:  classes meet on Tuesdays & Fridays at 10:00.  Professional trainer, Bobbie Bromme begins and ends each class with some gentle stretches, and works up to aerobic and weight training.  She encourages people to do what they can and provides advice if one is experiencing challenges.  Twenty four classes are offered for only $75 for Gibson members.

Piano music at SilverLakeLanding:  Mary Ellen from Wonalancet will play some easy listening favorites after lunch on Tuesday, January 29^th.  All are welcome.  If you do not usually eat at SLL, please call 356-3231 to reserve a seat.

Holistic Wellness:  Join us after lunch for a talk by T. Murray on Tuesday, February 5^th

Benefits of Massage:  Join us , for a discussion on massage.

Upcoming trips, please call to sign up: 356-3231:

(Payment is due when you sign up for a trip.  Checks are not cashed until the day of the trip.)

 POPS! Concert: Board bus at noon, return about 8PM.  $58.  Dinner on your own at Newicks A Night at the Movies: Sunday, February 24th. Music from our favorite movies.

Celtic Women: Saturday, March 2, 2013. 10AM-7:30PM. $53,

Indian Head St. Patrick’s Luncheon:  Mar 13,  9:30-5:30. $46, inc. cocktails, lunch, entertainment, photo.

Boston Flower Show: Friday, March 15. $46.  25 gardens, 250 exhibitors. 7AM

Late Nite CatechismLas Vegas: Sister Rolls the Dice!  Friday, April 12th.  $60.  Board bus at 3pm.  The Convent needs a new roof, so the order has decided to pool their salaries together and send Sister, (with her 25 years gambling experience running the Church BINGO) toLas Vegas!

Art In Bloom: Monday, April 29th.  $55

  Upcoming overnight trips, please call to sign up: 356-3231:

• Lancaster Show Trip “Noah”: April 15-18, 2013.  $415 ppdo. Amish country at planting time
• Canada & New England Cruise:  Oct. 4-11 sail the Norwegian Dawn toQuebec City, Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Bar Harbor, ME and Boston.  Cabins $985-$1925 ppdo.

Monday: Gibson closed for MLK Day, Tuesday: curried chicken w/ fruit; Wednesday:  ham croquettes, Thursday: hamburger & veggie pie, Fri:  gourmet mac & cheese

Barbara Ray

December 21, 2012

 I remember how at the age of six or seven, the wait for Christmas seemed endless.  My anticipation was boundless and there were days I thought it might never come.  Over the years however, that changed.  These days I go to bed after a wonderful Thanksgiving dinner and wake up to discover it’s Christmas Eve.  My mother always told me, “The older you get, the faster time goes”.  Never was a truer word spoken.  Whatever your plans might be this Christmas, we wish you well and hope you have a safe and happy one.  Merry Christmas to all, and to all a good night!

I know all the Christmas carols that were being played on the radio will stop on the 26^th but remember that December 26^th is in fact the first day of Christmas with eleven more days to follow.  On Friday the 28^th David Lloyd will provide a special musical program in the dining room right after lunch.  On Friday January 4^th, we’ll celebrate the end of the season with a “12 Days of Christmas” party.  The party will include a drawing for twelve door prizes and we’ll also have a chance to sing “the song”.  We hope you can join us.

Be sure to take a moment to check the schedule below for upcoming programs and trips here at Gibson.  Take care, have a wonderful week, and God bless!

Monday, Dec 24:  Chair exercise begins at 10:00 today in the activity room. 

Tuesday, Dec 25:    Merry Christmas!!    Gibson Center closed. 

Wednesday, Dec 26:  Game day begins at 12:30 in the activity room. 

Thursday, Dec 27:  Chair exercise begins at 10:30 in the activity room. Medicare counseling is available from noon – 1:00 in the dining room. 

Friday, Dec 28: Join us in the dining room at lunch time for some special Christmas music with David Lloyd.

 UPCOMING PROGRAMS

Blood Pressure Clinics: 2nd Tues. of each month, 11-12  Also the third &  last Wednesday of each month.  11:45-12:45

Care for the Caregiver: theory guided, leader facilitated support group, meets Wed. 12:30-2:30 Receive healthy information to build self care into your life and support to sustain this self care plan.  Cosponsor CCVNS.

12 Days of Christmas Party:  Friday, January 4^th we’ll celebrate the 12^th day of Christmas (Epiphany), sing “the song” and draw twelve door prizes.

Upcoming trips, please call to sign up: 356-3231:

(Payment is due when you sign up for a trip.  Checks are not cashed until the day of the trip.)

Elvis Overnight at the Indian Head Resort: January 4th-5th 2013.  $110 ppdo, includes dinner and breakfast off the menu, entertainment, cocktail hour.

POPS! Concert: Board bus at noon, return about 8PM.  $58.  Dinner on your own at Newicks A Night at the Movies: Sunday, February 24th. Music from favorite movies.

Celtic Women: Saturday, March 2, 2013. 10AM-7:30PM. $53, meals on your own at Newicks.

Bucky Lewis Musical Comedy Show: A Gibson Fundraiser.  12/31 12:30PM.  $8.  Purchase tickets by 12/21.

 Upcoming overnight trips, please call to sign up: 356-3231:

• Elvis Birthday Bash at Indian Head Resort: 1/4-5/13 $110 ppdo, includes dinner and breakfast off the menu, entertainment, cocktail hour, transportation, access to pool, sauna, ski trails, skating, BINGO
• Lancaster Show Trip “Noah”: April 15-18, 2013.  $415 ppdo. Amish country at planting time
• Costa Rica:  March 16-24, 2013, 9 days, 14 meals.  Tropical paradise, butterfly & hummingbird gardens, tours of a coffee estate, Cloud Forest, Arenal volcano plus wild life cruises.  $2499 ppdo

Monday: Cathy’s meatloaf, Tuesday: Merry Christmas  -  Gibson closed today; Wednesday:  beef stir-fry, Thursday: sausage cacciatore,  Friday: gourmet mac & cheese