Barbara Ray

May 4, 2012

Every summer when I was young my family would drive up toCanadaand travel fromMontrealtoQuebec City.  I’m told my grandfather was particularly fond of theprovinceofQuebecbecause the landscape reminded him of his home inPoland.  These trips were always a lot of fun but eating out was often a challenge – especially for me and my mother.  It’s not that I was a picky eater.  I was always prepared to sit down and enjoy a good meal – as long as it was spaghetti!  My persistent pleas for pasta were a bone of contention for a number of years but eventually my repertoire of food selections expanded.  I should admit however that even today, when given a choice, I tend to vote in favor of Italian cuisine.

Speaking of Italian cuisine, I just want to remind everyone that our fundraiser at Joseph’s Spaghetti Shed off Route 302 in Glen is taking place this Monday, May 7^th from 4:30 – 9:00.  Gibson will receive 20% of all sales made during that time.  Moreover, there will be a special door prize awarded that day – golf for 4 at the North Conway Country Club, a $240 value.  Also starting next week, Karen will be holding her “Chance Auctions” in the dining room.  These events support all the programs and activities we offer here at Gibson.  We sincerely thank all who donated in any way to the annual Feinstein Challenge to benefit the Gibson Nutrition Program which includes Meals on Wheels and Congregate Meals. Every year we join the campaign to end hunger and food insecurity, which have increased with the rising food and fuel prices. Neither our state contract allotment for meals, nor our suggested donation, covers the amount of meals we serve on a yearly basis, or the rising cost of meals. We are blessed with wonderful donors, all of you, individuals and business partners, who have sacrificed in this challenging economic climate, and chose to donate to Senior Nutrition. With monetary donations, raffles of baked goods initiated by David Lloyd, and a beautiful painting by Marty Gilman, the Dessert Auction, the Belly Dancing, we received $5788.60, exceeding last year’s total by almost $200.00. Every donation is applied directly to the Nutrition Program and by the early summer, we will receive a check from the Alan Feinstein Foundation ofRhode Island for the Program.

Remember to check below for upcoming programs and trips taking place at Gibson or go to our website at www.gibsoncenter.org.

Have a wonderful week and God bless!

Monday, May 7:  Chair exercise begins at 10:30.  The Louvre video tours begin at 12:30 in the activity room.  The bowling group will leave the center at 12:30.

Tuesday, May 8:  Strength, Balance & Stretch classes start at 10:00 today in the activity room. Lunch will be served at noon at our Silver Lake meal site.  VNS Blood Pressure clinic will take place from 11:00 – noon in the dining room.

Wednesday, May 9: Wii games are available 10:30-11:30 & 12:30-1:30 in the pool room. Game day begins at 12:30 in the activity

room. The Care Givers Support Group will meet at 12:30 in the social room.  A “Remembering Mom Scone Tea will be held on the patio

starting at 2:30.

Thursday, May 10:  Belly Dance class begins at 9:00 in the activity room.   “A Course in Miracles” begins at 10:00 in the social

Room.   Chair exercise begins at 10:30.  Medicare counseling is available from noon – 1:00 in the dining room.    

Friday, May 11:  Strength, Balance & Stretch classes start at 10:00 today in the activity room.  The “Mother’s Day Luncheon will take

place in the dining room at 11:30.  Alice Clapp’s ballroom dance will begin at 12:30 in the activity room.  Board the bus at 12:30 for the

Swim Club.

UPCOMING PROGRAMS

Blood Pressure Clinics: on the last Wednesday of each month from 11:45 – 12:45 and the second Tuesday of each month from 11:00 – 12:00. 

One on One Computer Labs:  on the second & fourth Thursday of each month.  Call 356-3231 to reserve a spot.

Care for the Caregiver: a leader facilitated support group will meet Wednesdays from 12:30 – 2:30 starting December 28^th.  Receive healthy information to build self care into your life and support to sustain this self care plan. This important program resumes Wednesday, April 18^th.

Upcoming trips need sign ups as soon as possible so that we can purchase tickets.  Call 356-3231 to reserve a spot.

• Odiorne Point State Park  Picnic by the Sea, : Tuesday, May 8th 9AM-5PM. $23
• Lilac Festival: Tuesday, May 29th 9AM-4PM $12.  Lunch on own at All Good Foods Café`.
• Lupine, Polly’s, Harmon’s, Sampler:  6/12 or 6/20, $12
• Hampton Beach Sand Carvings: 6/26 $24.  Lunch on own at Boardwalk Café.
• SeaDogs Night Games & Fireworks: June 21st. $25
• Maine’s 195th Army Band Independence Day Program; 7/3 $14.50 pick up at your home

 Overnight trips:

• Boston Historic Tour: September 22-24, 2012 $ 289ppdo
• Branson:  November 8-12, 2012Holiday shows galore!  4 night’s $1909 pp/do.
• Rose Bowl Parade: 12/29/12-1/2/13 5 days, 6 meals, $2059 ppdo.  Float viewing, Parties, Parade.

Monday: roast beef hash; Tuesday: chicken a la king  ; Wednesday:  beef lasagna; Thursday:  pulled pork sandwich; Friday:  pasta primevera

 Barbara Ray

April 27, 2012

 Did you ever agree to do something with a friend and than days later ask yourself why in the world you agreed to do it??  Next Saturday, May 5^th is Valley Pride Day and in a moment of weakness I agreed to help clean up on the East Conway Road.  The problem is I never asked about specifics and so it wasn’t till after I said yes that I found out I had to be there at 8:30 — on a SATURDAY morning!!!   Actually, I’m just kidding.  It’s really a great way to give back to the community and a lot of fun.  In fact I have several friends – yes, I’m talking to you guys – who I’m sure would enjoy coming out with us that day.  If you have a weak moment next week and think you’d like to join us, contact my buddy Karen at karen@gibsoncenter.org. 

 While I’m on the subject of good causes, don’t forget we have a special fundraiser coming up at Joseph’s Spaghetti Shed off Route 302 in Glen on Monday, May 7^th from 4:30 – 9:00.  Gibson will receive 20% of all sales made during that time.  Moreover, there will be a special door prize awarded that day – golf for 4 at the North Conway Country Club, a $240 value.  Also starting next week, Karen will be holding her “Chance Auctions” in the dining room.  These events support all the programs and activities we offer here at Gibson.  We hope you will join us.   

 Monday, April 30^th marks the final day of this year’s Feinstein Challenge.  In these rather difficult economic times, you have all been most generous with your donations and everyone here at theGibsonCenter wants to send their thanks. 

 Remember to check below for upcoming programs and trips taking place at Gibson or go to our website at www.gibsoncenter.org.

Have a wonderful week and God bless!

 Monday, April 30:  Last Day of the Feinstein Challenge!  Board the bus at 7:00 am for Art in Bloom trip.  Chair exercise begins at 10:30. 

Tuesday, May 1:  Strength, Balance & Stretch classes start at 10:00 today in the activity room. Lunch will be served at noon at our Silver Lake meal site. 

Wednesday, May 2: AARP Safe Driving Class will be held at Silver Lake Landing from 8:30-4:00.   Wii games are available 10:30-11:30 & 12:30-1:30 in the pool room. Game day begins at 12:30 in the activity room. The Care Givers Support Group will meet at 12:30 in the social room. 

Thursday, May 3:  Belly Dance class begins at 9:00 in the activity room.   “A Course in Miracles” begins at 10:00 in the social Room.   Chair exercise begins at 10:30.  Medicare counseling is available from noon – 1:00 in the dining room.  Documents needed for the Bermuda Cruise will be discussed  at a meeting in the activity room at 12:30.   

Friday, May 4:  Strength, Balance & Stretch classes start at 10:00 today in the activity room.  Alice Clapp’s ballroom dance will begin at 12:30 in the activity room.  Board the bus at 12:30 for the Swim Club.

UPCOMING PROGRAMS

Blood Pressure Clinics: on the last Wednesday of each month from 11:45 – 12:45 and the second Tuesday of each month from 11:00 – 12:00.  VNS foot checks are also available on the second Tuesdays.

One on One Computer Labs:  on the second & fourth Thursday of each month.  Call 356-3231 to reserve a spot.

Care for the Caregiver: a leader facilitated support group will meet Wednesdays from 12:30 – 2:30 starting December 28^th.  Receive healthy information to build self care into your life and support to sustain this self care plan. This important program resumes Wednesday, April 18^th.

 Upcoming trips need sign ups as soon as possible so that we can purchase tickets.  Call 356-3231 to reserve a spot.

• Odiorne Point State Park  Picnic by the Sea, : Tuesday, May 8th 9AM-5PM. $23
• Aviation Museum: Early May, Lunch on own at Airport Diner.  9AM-5:30PM
• Lilac Festival: Tuesday, May 29th 9AM-4PM $12.  Lunch on own at All Good Foods Café`.
• Lupine, Polly’s, Harmon’s, Sampler:  6/12 or 6/20, $12
• Hampton Beach Sand Carvings: 6/26 $24.  Lunch on own at Boardwalk Café.
• SeaDogs Night Games & Fireworks: June 21st, and August 16th. $25
• Maine’s 195th Army Band Independence Day Program; 7/3 $14.50 pick up at your home
• Elvis Dinner Cruise on M/S Mount Washington: 7/9 $50 board bus at 3PM

 Overnight trips:

• Bermuda cruise:  June 1-8, 2012   Prices range from $1244 – $1594.
• Boston Historic Tour: September 22-24, 2012 $ 289ppdo
• Branson:  November 8-12, 2012Holiday shows galore!  4 night’s $1909 pp/do.
• Rose Bowl Parade: 12/29/12-1/2/13 5 days, 6 meals, $2059 ppdo.  Float viewing, Parties, Parade.

Monday: Cathy’s meatloaf; Tuesday: beef burgundy stew  ; Wednesday:  Al’s baked chicken; Thursday:  chef’s choice; Friday:  ham croquettes

By Ernest Menard

 I invite you magnanimously

To please be our guest for Tea

In a room with high standards of taste

Where the hostess remembers your face

And greets you by name at the door

And recalls what you’ve ordered before

And inquires kindly after your day

And appreciates all that you say.

 If you are not in the Pink

Your hostess knows which herbs to drink.

Enjoy this wonderful time

On this joyful Spring Day.

 Barbara Ray

April 13, 2012

 My husband met up with some of our friends the other night.  As they sat around talking, one couple asked him if I had enjoyed my Easter up inBangor,Maine.   When he got home, he asked me the same question.  I was a bit confused by his query since he knew perfectly well that I had spent Easter here inConwaywith him.  Suddenly I came up with the answer.  I was rather busy with end of quarter stats last week and my good buddy, Jill Reynolds wrote the Gleanings last week.   Thanks Jill.  It was a great column.

 I want to let everyone know that we have a special fundraiser coming up at Joseph’s Spaghetti Shed off Route 302 in Glen on Monday, May 7^th from 4:30 – 9:00.  Gibson will receive 20% of all sales made during that time.  Moreover, there will be a special door prize awarded that day – golf for 4 at the North Conway Country Club, a $240 value.  Also starting next week, Karen will be holding her “Chance Auctions” in the dining room.  These events support all the programs and activities we offer here at Gibson.  We hope you will join us.    Don’t forget there are still two weeks left to participate in the Feinstein Challenge.  Our members and friends have been most generous over the years and in these difficult economic times we want to thank you for your generosity.

Remember to check below for upcoming programs and trips taking place at Gibson or go to our website at www.gibsoncenter.org.

Have a wonderful week and God bless!

 Monday, April 16:  Chair exercise begins at 10:30.  The Louvre video tours begin at 12:30 in the activity room.  The bowling group will leave the center at 12:30.

Tuesday,April 17:  Board the bus for the Towne & Country Lunch & Show at 10:00.   Strength, Balance & Stretch classes start at 10:00 today in the activity room. Lunch will be served at noon at our Silver Lake meal site. 

Wednesday, April 18: Wii games are available 10:30-11:30 & 12:30-1:30 in the pool room. Game day begins at 12:30 in the activity room. Scone Tea at the Silver Lake Landing site starting at 2:30.

Thursday, April 19:  Belly Dance class begins at 9:00 in the activity room.   “A Course in Miracles” begins at 10:00 in the Social Room.   Chair exercise begins at 10:30.  Medicare counseling is available from noon – 1:00 in the dining room.  “Ben Hur” (Part 2) starring Charlton Heston will begin at 12:30 in the activity room.  There is NO Medicare counseling today.

Friday, April 20:  Strength, Balance & Stretch classes start at 10:00 today in the activity room.  Alice Clapp’s ballroom dance will begin at 12:30 in the activity room. 

UPCOMING PROGRAMS

Blood Pressure Clinics: on the last Wednesday of each month from 11:45 – 12:45 and the second Tuesday of each month from 11:00 – 12:00.  VNS foot checks are also available on the second Tuesdays.

One on One Computer Labs:  on the second & fourth Thursday of each month.  Call 356-3231 to reserve a spot.

Care for the Caregiver: a leader facilitated support group will meet Wednesdays from 12:30 – 2:30 starting December 28^th.  Receive healthy information to build self care into your life and support to sustain this self care plan. This important program resumes Wednesday, April 18^th.

April is Charlton Heston Month:     Ben Hur Thursdays the  19th

Feinstein Tea at Silver Lake Landing: Wednesday, April 18^th, at 2:30, join us for a Cream Tea.

 Upcoming trips need sign ups as soon as possible so that we can purchase tickets.  Call 356-3231 to reserve a spot.

• Odiorne Point State Park  Picnic by the Sea, : Tuesday, May 8th 9AM-5PM. $23
• Aviation Museum: Early May, Lunch on own at Airport Diner.  9AM-5:30PM
• Lilac Festival: Tuesday, May 29th 9AM-4PM $12.  Lunch on own at All Good Foods Café`.
• Lupine, Polly’s, Harmon’s, Sampler:  6/12 or 6/20, $12
• Hampton Beach Sand Carvings: 6/26 $24.  Lunch on own at Boardwalk Café.
• SeaDogs Night Games & Fireworks: June 21st, and August 16th. $25
• Maine’s 195th Army Band Independence Day Program; 7/3 $14.50 pick up at your home
• Elvis Dinner Cruise on M/S Mount Washington: 7/9 $50 board bus at 3PM
• M/V Sophie C. Mail Boat on Lake Winnipesauke: Fri July 20 $40 10-6:30 picnic lunch
• Sinatra Tribute: 7/24 $28 includes box lunch, pick up at your home
• The Barnstormer’s “Leading Ladies”: Thursday, July 26.  $33 dinner on own at Mt. View Station
• Squam Lake dinner & Sunset Cruise: Tuesday July 31. 3-9:30. $64 inc. 3 course dinner at Walters
• Michael W. Smith: Friday, August 3rd $25.50.  pick up at your home

 Overnight trips:

• Bermuda cruise:  June 1-8, 2012   Prices range from $1244 – $1594.
• Boston Historic Tour: September 22-24, 2012 $ 289ppdo
• Branson:  November 8-12, 2012Holiday shows galore!  4 night’s $1909 pp/do.
• Rose Bowl Parade: 12/29/12-1/2/13 5 days, 6 meals, $2059 ppdo.  Float viewing, Parties, Parade.

Monday: mac & cheese w/ham; Tuesday: pasta bolognese; Wednesday:  soup & sandwich; Thursday:  beef enchilada casserole; Friday:  pork stew w/apples

Jill V. Reynolds

April 6, 2012

   1972 was my first Easter in the valley.  My brother and I had joined Eastern Slope Ski School classes on Tuesday afternoons atMountCranmore.   The awards ceremonies for the end of the year races were held on Maundy Thursday.  We missed the ceremonies because there was a combined church service that night.  David and I weren’t real happy about it, but the service was held at the Methodist Church in Conway, and we had entertainment after all.  The churches heating system was hot air blown through floor vents in the aisle.  As the choir members walked in to the church, their robes all billowed out when they walked over the vents.   There was a lot of snow that year.  My parents have a slide of my brother standing at the end of the drive way, with the snow piled at twice his height.  The ecumenical sunrise service was held at Black Mountain.  The skiers met at the top of the mountain.  When the sun hit the top of the mountain the skiers skied down.  My dad was asked to provide the music for the service at the base of the mountain.  It was cold, he could not feel the strings of the guitar, and at that temperature it quickly went out of tune.  People didn’t seem to mind, it was just nice to be able to sing the joy of the day.  It is interesting how in time, events come full circle.  This year I will be playing the guitar at my in-laws sunrise service inBangor.  Happy Easter everyone.

Remember to check below for upcoming programs and trips taking place at Gibson or go to our website at www.gibsoncenter.org.

Have a wonderful week and God bless!

Monday, April 9:  Chair exercise begins at 10:30. 

Tuesday, April 10:  Strength, Balance & Stretch classes start at 10:00 today in the activity room. Lunch will be served at noon at our Silver Lake meal site.  This is the 100^th anniversary of the sailing of the ship Titanic; we will show the movie after lunch.

Wednesday, April 11: Wii games are available 10:30-11:30 & 12:30-1:30 in the pool room. Game day begins at 12:30 in the activity room.

Thursday, April 12:  Belly Dance class begins at 9:00 in the activity room.   “A Course in Miracles” begins at 10:00 in the Social Room.   Chair exercise begins at 10:30.  Medicare counseling is available from noon – 1:00 in the dining room.  “Ben Hur” (Part 1) starring Charlton Heston will begin at 12:30 in the activity room.  After lunch we will board the bus for a shopping trip at the Super Wal-Mart in Gorham, and then go to the Northland Dairy Bar.

Friday, April 13:  Strength, Balance & Stretch classes start at 10:00 today in the activity room.  Alice Clapp’s ballroom dance will begin at 12:30 in the activity room.  Board the bus at 12:30 for the Gibson swim.

UPCOMING PROGRAMS

Blood Pressure Clinics: on the last Wednesday of each month from 11:45 – 12:45 and the second Tuesday of each month from 11:00 – 12:00.  VNS foot checks are also available on the second Tuesdays.

One on One Computer Labs:  on the second & fourth Thursday of each month.  Call 356-3231 to reserve a spot.

Care for the Caregiver: a leader facilitated support group will meet Wednesdays from 12:30 – 2:30 starting December 28^th.  Receive healthy information to build self care into your life and support to sustain this self care plan. This important program resumes Wednesday, April 18^th.

April is Charlton Heston Month:     Ben Hur Thursdays the 12th & 19th

VNS Foot Checks: April 10th at lunch time in the Activity Room, especially important for poor circulation, diabetes, heart issues…

Friday the 13th Ballroom Dance: for the Feinstein Challenge, $5 and a can. 12:30-2:30PM

Feinstein Tea at Silver Lake Landing: Wednesday, April 18^th, at 2:30, join us for a Cream Tea.

Upcoming trips need sign ups as soon as possible so that we can purchase tickets.  Call 356-3231 to reserve a spot.

• Wal*Mart Super Store & Northland Dairy Bar: Thursday, April 12th, 12:30 PM board the bus.  $5
• Towne & Country Lunch and Show: 4/17 singer performs the Andrew Sisters toCher. $40
• Las Vegas Revue: 4/27 4-11:30PM, $55.  Dinner on own at Flying Monkey
• Art In Bloom: Mon, 4/30.  7AM-9PM.  $54 ticket, transportation and box lunch. Dinner on own at Newicks
• Odiorne Point State Park  Picnic by the Sea, : Tuesday, May 8th 9AM-5PM. $23
• Aviation Museum: Early May, Lunch on own at Airport Diner.  9AM-5:30PM
• Lilac Festival: Tuesday, May 29th 9AM-4PM $12.  Lunch on own at All Good Foods Café`.
• Lupine, Polly’s, Harmon’s, Sampler:  6/12 or 6/20, $12
• Hampton Beach Sand Carvings: 6/26 $24.  Lunch on own at Boardwalk Café.
• SeaDogs Night Games & Fireworks: June 21st, and August 16th. $25 includes great tickets in seats, not benches, box lunch and trans.
• Maine’s 195th Army Band Independence Day Program; 7/3 $14.50 pick up at your home
• Elvis Dinner Cruise on M/S Mount Washington: 7/9 $50 board bus at 3PM
• M/V Sophie C. Mail Boat on Lake Winnipesauke: Fri July 20 $40 10-6:30 picnic lunch
• Sinatra Tribute: 7/24 $28 includes box lunch, pick up at your home
• The Barnstormer’s “Leading Ladies”: Thursday, July 26.  $33 dinner on own at Mt. View Station
• Squam Lake dinner & Sunset Cruise: Tuesday July 31. 3-9:30. $64 includes a gourmet  3 course dinner at Walters
• Michael W. Smith: Friday, August 3rd $25.50.  pick up at your home

 Overnight trips:

• Bermuda cruise:  June 1-8, 2012   Prices range from $1244 – $1594.
• Boston Historic Tour: September 22-24, 2012 $ 289ppdo
• Branson:  November 8-12, 2012Holiday shows galore!  4 night’s $1909 pp/do.
• RoseBowl Parade

Monday: pork & sausage cassoulet; Tuesday: roast beef hash; Wednesday:  chicken croquettes; Thursday:  chicken Marengo; Friday:  Bavarian meatloaf

Barbara Ray

March 30, 2012

Easter was a pretty big deal when I was growing up.  It involved a lot of time in church, some really great food, a new hat or dress and in my case – washing windows.  I’ve often heard people speak of spring cleaning but in my mother’s case, it was more appropriate to call it “Easter cleaning” and the number one item on her list was clean windows.  I spent a lot of time hanging out of second story windows with a rag in one hand and a pot of hot water and ammonia on the sill while my mom stood on the other side pointing to any spots I might have missed.  Today I can’t pass a clean window without thinking of my mother.  The week before Easter was a hectic time at my house but in the end, our house was spotless, the food was delicious and the church services simply inspiring. 

Speaking of delicious food, we have our Easter luncheons coming up next Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.  The kitchen staff will be preparing a wonderful black oak ham dinner and I hear there will be strawberry shortcake for dessert.  We also want to invite the ladies to check their closets for any special “Easter bonnets” they might have tucked away and wear them at the luncheon.  You can bring an extra one in for me, just remember, I have a big head – literally.  Reservations are requested.  Call 356-3231 or stop at the front desk to sign up.

Remember to check below for upcoming programs and trips taking place at Gibson or go to our website at www.gibsoncenter.org.

Have a wonderful week and God bless!

Monday, April 2:  Chair exercise begins at 10:30.  The Met video tours begin at 12:30 in the activity room.  The bowling group

will leave the center at 12:30.

Easter Dinners will be offered this Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday.  Call 356-3231 to reserve your seat.

Tuesday, April 3:  Strength, Balance & Stretch classes start at 10:00 today in the activity room. Lunch will be served at noon at our Silver Lake meal site.  A program on “Managing $ Today” will start at 12:45 at theSilverLake meal site.

Wednesday, April 4: Wii games are available 10:30-11:30 & 12:30-1:30 in the pool room. The Feinstein Dessert Auction will begin at

noon in the dining room. Game day begins at 12:30 in the activity room.

Thursday, April 5:  Belly Dance class begins at 9:00 in the activity room.   “A Course in Miracles” begins at 10:00 in the social

Room.   Chair exercise begins at 10:30.  Medicare counseling is available from noon – 1:00 in the dining room.  A program on

“Managing $ Today” will start at 12:30 in the activity room.  “The Ten Commandments” (Part 1) starring Charlton Heston will begin at

1:30 in the activity room.

Friday, April 6:  Strength, Balance & Stretch classes start at 10:00 today in the activity room.  “The Ten Commandments” (Part 2)

starring Charlton Heston will begin at 12:30 in the activity room.  Board the bus at 12:30 for the Gibson swim.

UPCOMING PROGRAMS

Blood Pressure Clinics: on the last Wednesday of each month from 11:45 – 12:45 and the second Tuesday of each month from 11:00 – 12:00.  VNS foot checks are also available on the second Tuesdays.

One on One Computer Labs:  on the second & fourth Thursday of each month.  Call 356-3231 to reserve a spot.

Care for the Caregiver: a leader facilitated support group will meet Wednesdays from 12:30 – 2:30 starting December 28^th.  Receive healthy information to build self care into your life and support to sustain this self care plan.

Learn how to make greeting cards; just in time for Easter.  Thursday, March 29^th.  Please sign up. Cost is $1 for 3 cards.

Our Feinstein Dessert Auction will be held on Wednesday, April 4^th at noon.  Please sign up to bake.

April is Charlton Heston Month:   10 Commandments the 5th & 6th.  Ben Hur the 12th & 19th

VNS Foot Checks: April 10th at lunch time in the Activity Room, especially important for poor circulation, diabetes, heart issues…

Friday the 13th Ballroom Dance: for the Feinstein Challenge, $5 and a can. 12:30-2:30PM

Upcoming trips need sign ups as soon as possible so that we can purchase tickets.  Call 356-3231 to reserve a spot.

• Las Vegas Revue: 4/27 4-11:30PM, $55.  Dinner on own at Flying Monkey
• Art In Bloom: Mon, 4/30.  7AM-9PM.  $54 ticket, transportation and box lunch. Dinner on own at Newicks
• Odiorne Point State Park  Picnic by the Sea, : Tuesday, May 8th 9AM-5PM. $23
• Aviation Museum: Early May, Lunch on own at Airport Diner.  9AM-5:30PM
• Lilac Festival: Tuesday, May 29th 9AM-4PM $12.  Lunch on own at All Good Foods Café`.
• Lupine, Polly’s, Harmon’s, Sampler:  6/12 or 6/20, $12
• Hampton Beach Sand Carvings: 6/26 $24.  Lunch on own at Boardwalk Café.

 Overnight trips:

• Bermuda cruise:  June 1-8, 2012   Prices range from $1244 – $1594.
• Boston Historic Tour: September 22-24, 2012 $ 289ppdo
• Branson:  November 8-12, 2012Holiday shows galore!  4 night’s $1909 pp/do.

Monday: Al’s Baked Chicken; Tuesday: Easter luncheon- black oak ham ; Wednesday:  Easter luncheon- black oak ham; Thursday:  Easter luncheon- black oak ham; Friday:  Italian bean & veggie ragout

Jill V. Reynolds

March 23, 2012

  We are welcoming Spring, yet it seems like Summer!  My husband and I were driving home fromBangorlast Sunday, and the temperature was 77 degrees at 4 PM…and that was technically still winter!  My tulips, daffodils and Paperwhites are all up 6 inches.  It is hard to believe that it is still March.  I am sorry to say that my rhubarb does not appear to have survived the winter (or my gardening).  This warm weather makes going to theWhite MountainAquaticCenterso much nicer.  We will enjoy swimming there, and it won’t be uncomfortable going home with wet hair, since it is so warm outside.  Swimming is such a great form of exercise.  It provides resistance, endurance, and weight training, without the jarring joint stresses of traditional aerobics.  A person can swim fast enough to get an endurance work out, or at a comfortable pace to allow the joints range of motion training.  Swimming is wonderful for people with compromised joints, like arthritis, to comfortably increase ones range of motion.  We are hoping to get enough interest in the swimming to be able to start a regular Gibson Center Swim Time at theWhite MountainAquaticCenter.

 Remember to check below for upcoming programs and trips taking place at Gibson or go to our website at www.gibsoncenter.org.

Have a wonderful week and God bless!

 Monday, March 26:  Chair exercise begins at 10:30.  The Met video tours begin at 12:30 in the activity room.  The bowling group leaves the center at 12:30.

Tuesday, March 27:  Strength, Balance & Stretch classes start at 10:00 today in the activity room. Lunch will be served at noon at our Silver Lake meal site  

Wednesday, March 28: Join us for the AARP Safe Driving Class from 8:30-3:30PM. Wii games are available 10:30-11:30 & 12:30-1:30 in the pool room. North Conway Ambulance will be here for blood pressure checks during lunch. Game day begins at 12:30 in the activity room. The Caregivers Support Group will meet at 12:30 in the pool room.

Thursday, March 29:  Belly Dance class begins at 9:00 in the activity room.   “A Course in Miracles” begins at 10:00 in the social room.   Chair exercise begins at 10:30.  Medicare counseling is available from noon – 1:00 in the dining room.  We will make Spring cards after lunch, just in time for Easter! 

Friday, March 30:  Strength, Balance & Stretch classes start at 10:00 today in the activity room. 

 UPCOMING PROGRAMS

Blood Pressure Clinics: on the last Wednesday of each month from 11:45 – 12:45 and the second Tuesday of each month from 11:00 – 12:00.  VNS foot checks are also available on the second Tuesdays.

One on One Computer Labs:  on the second & fourth Thursday of each month.  Call 356-3231 to reserve a spot.

Care for the Caregiver: a leader facilitated support group will meet Wednesdays from 12:30 – 2:30 starting December 28^th.  Receive healthy information to build self care into your life and support to sustain this self care plan.

Learn how to make greeting cards; just in time for Easter.  Thursday, March 29^th.  Please sign up. Cost is $1 for 3 cards.

Our Feinstein Dessert Auction will be held on Wednesday, April 4^th at noon.  Please sign up to bake.

Make Greeting Cards; Just in time for Easter.  Thursday, March 29th. Please sign up. $1 for 3 cards.

AARP Safe Driving, one day class: Wednesday, March 28th.  8:30-3:30.  $12AARP, $14 non. Free for MOW

Feinstein Dessert Auction: Wednesday, April 4th.  Please bake.  12:00PM

April is Charlton Heston Month:   10 Commandments the 5th & 6th.  Ben Hur12th & 19th

VNS Foot Checks: April 10th at lunch time in the Activity Room, poor circulation, diabetes, heart issues…

Friday the 13th Ballroom Dance: for the Feinstein Challenge, $5 and a can. 12:30-2:30PM

Upcoming trips need sign ups as soon as possible so that we can purchase tickets.  Call 356-3231 to reserve a spot.

• Las Vegas Revue: 4/27 4-11:30PM, $55.  Dinner on own at Flying Monkey
• Art In Bloom: Mon, 4/30.  7AM-9PM.  $54 ticket, transportation and box lunch. Dinner on own at Newicks
• Odiorne Point State Park  Picnic by the Sea, : Tuesday, May 8th 9AM-5PM. $23
• Aviation Museum: Early May, Lunch on own at Airport Diner.  9AM-5:30PM
• Lilac Festival: Tuesday, May 29th 9AM-4PM $12.  Lunch on own at All Good Foods Café`.
• Lupine, Polly’s, Harmon’s, Sampler:  6/12 or 6/20, $12
• Hampton Beach Sand Carvings: 6/26 $24.  Lunch on own at Boardwalk Café.

 Overnight trips:

• Bermuda cruise:  June 1-8, 2012   Prices range from $1244 – $1594.
• Boston Historic Tour: September 22-24, 2012 $ 289ppdo
• Branson:  November 8-12, 2012Holiday shows galore!  4 night’s $1909 pp/do.

Monday: Polish hunters stew; Tuesday: Bavarian meatloaf; Wednesday: spinach lasagna; Thursday: marinated steak tips; Friday: salmon pie

GIBSON GLEANINGS

Barbara M. Ray

March 16, 2012

I had the news on this morning and I heard this story from Londonthat involved ScotlandYard and “fat cops” – their term; not mine.  Apparently someone in a position of higher authority suggested requiring their officers receive annual fitness tests.  That didn’t sound like such a bad idea but here’s the catch.  Apparently if the officer failed his test, they would reduce his/her salary.  After thinking about it, I decided it might just work – less money; less food.  What do you think??

Speaking of food – the richer, higher caloric kind – we have the Feinstein Dessert Auction coming up on Wednesday April 4^th.  People have been very generous with their donations as well as their bids over the years and we hope this spirit will continue.  If you enjoy baking please call the front desk and sign up to bring in a special dessert that day.  Better still plan to bid on one of those tasty items – just in time for Easter!  This Tuesday is the first day of spring and to celebrate, some members of the belly dancing class will be in the dining room around 11:00 to help us ring in the new season.  No reservations are required; just a good appetite and a lot of enthusiasm.  Hope we see you there.

Remember to check below for upcoming programs and trips taking place at Gibson or go to our website at www.gibsoncenter.org.

Have a wonderful week and God bless!

Monday, March 19:  Chair exercise begins at 10:30.  The Met video tours begin at 12:30 in the activity room.  The bowling group

leaves the center at 12:30.

Tuesday, March 20:  Strength, Balance & Stretch classes start at 10:00 today in the activity room.  Feinstein Belly Dance fund raiser begins at 11:00 in the dining room.  Lunch will be served at noon at our Silver Lake meal site  

Wednesday, March 21:  Wii games are available 10:30-11:30 & 12:30-1:30 in the pool room.  Game day begins at 12:30 in

the activity room. The Caregivers Support Group will meet at 12:30 in the pool room.

Thursday, March 22:  Belly Dance class begins at 9:00 in the activity room.   “A Course in Miracles” begins at 10:00 in the social

room.   Chair exercise begins at 10:30.  Medicare  counseling is available from noon – 1:00 in the dining room.  1on 1 computer classes

are available today.  Call 356-3231 to schedule a time.  Feinstein Scone Tea begins at 2:30 in the dining room. 

Friday, March 23:  Strength, Balance & Stretch classes start at 10:00 today in the activity room.  Board the bus at 12:30 today for the

Gibson Swim at New England Inn.

UPCOMING PROGRAMS

Blood Pressure Clinics: on the last Wednesday of each month from 11:45 – 12:45 and the second Tuesday of each month from 11:00 – 12:00.  VNS foot checks are also available on the second Tuesdays.

One on One Computer Labs:  on the second & fourth Thursday of each month.  Call 356-3231 to reserve a spot.

Care for the Caregiver: a leader facilitated support group will meet Wednesdays from 12:30 – 2:30 starting December 28^th.  Receive healthy information to build self care into your life and support to sustain this self care plan.

Learn how to make greeting cards; just in time for Easter.  Thursday, March 29^th.  Please sign up. Cost is $1 for 3 cards.

Our Feinstein Dessert Auction will be held on Wednesday, April 4^th at noon.  Please sign up to bake.

Upcoming trips need sign ups as soon as possible so that we can purchase tickets.  Call 356-3231 to reserve a spot.

• Herstory: the Civil War on the home front, as seen through quilts.  Thursday, April 12, and dinner at Red Apple.  $27 2:30-11PM
• Towne & Country Lunch and Show, featuring Judy Lee, who sings the music of the Andrews Sisters toCher.  4/17. $40
• Art In Bloom: Monday, April 30th.  7AM-9PM.  $54 includes ticket, transportation and a box lunch.  Dinner on own at Newicks’
• SeaDogs Night Games & Fireworks: June 21st, August 16th. $25

 Overnight trips:

• Bermuda cruise:  June 1-8, 2012   Prices range from $1244 – $1594.
• Boston Historic Tour: September 22-24, 2012 $ 289ppdo
• Branson:  November 8-12, 2012Holiday shows galore!  4 nights $1909 pp/do.

MENU: Monday: bbq chicken, Tuesday: pasta primevera; Wednesday: sweet & sour pork; Thursday:  beef stew, Friday:  shrimp & asparagus strata

Monday, March 5  Salisbury Steak

Chair Exercise—10:30 AM—Activity Room

The Met, video tours—12:30 PM—Activity Room

Bowling—12:30PM

St Patrick’s Lunches, the 6th, 7th, & 8th, 356-3231 Suggested Donation, $4

Tuesday, March 6 Corned Beef & Cabbage

Strength, Balance, & Stretch, 10AM—Activity Rm.

Silver Lake Landing Congregate Meal—12:00PM

Keeping Credit in Check—Silver Lake Landing—1:00PM

Wednesday March 7 Corned Beef & Cabbage

Wii—10:30-11:30 & 12:30-1:30-Act Rm.

Game Day —12:30 PM—Activity Room

Care Givers Support Group—12:30PM—Pool Room

Thursday, March 8 Corned Beef & Cabbage

Belly Dance Class—9AM—Activity Room

Chair Exercise—10:30 AM—Activity Room

Medicare Counseling—12-1—Dining Room

Keeping Credit in Check—12:30PM—Activity Rm.

1:1 Computer Labs—356-3231

 Friday,  March 9 Tuna Noodle Casserole

Strength, Balance, & Stretch—10AM—Activity Rm.

WM Aquatic Presentation—12:30PM—Activity Rm.