GIBSON GLEANINGS

Barbara Ray

December 16, 2011

 In case you haven’t noticed, Christmas is just around the corner and once again the day is approaching must faster than I ever expected.  This year I was finally able to convince my family to limit the Christmas gift exchange.  In my case that means presents for family members 21 and under; with the exception of my husband of course.  You see, despite his age, my husband still suffers from what I call the “Peter Pan” syndrome.  When I asked him what he’d like for Christmas, his response was quick, brief and to the point – Toys!  Have a wonderful Christmas.

Since the twelve days of Christmas begin on December 26^th you might want to check the calendar of events to see what fun activities Jill has planned.  On December 29^th the van will be heading to Loudon to view the Gift of Lights park display followed by Dinner at T-Bones.  All proceed from this event go to Speedway Children’s Charities, an organization that cares for children in educational, financial, social and medical need.  On Friday, December 30^th you might join us for a New Year’s Eve luncheon.  At 12:30 that same day there will be a New Year’s Eve Party in the activity room with space for dancing and light snacks.   Cost is $3 for the party.  There’s a trip to Wentworth on January 9^th to view the ice sculptures and enjoy a buffet.  These are just some of the events taking place over the next few weeks so we hope you can take part in the fun.

 May this Christmas be blessed with peace and harmony for you, your families and friends.

 Monday, Dec. 19:  Chair exercise class begins at 10:00 a.m. in the activity room.  Santa Gift Exchange & Carols begin at

11:00 in the dining room. Becca sings carols after lunch.   The Met art video tours with Carl Owen begin at 12:30 in the activity room.   

Tuesday, Dec. 20:  Lunch will be served at noon at our Silver Lake meal site.  Melcher & Prescott will offer their Medicare programs at 9:00 am & 12:30 pm in the activity room.  A Christmas Scone Tea begins at 2:30 by the fireplace in the dining room.  Please call to make a reservation.  356-3231

Wednesday, Dec. 21:  Wii games are available 1030-11:30 & 12:30-1:30 in the pool room.  Game day begins at 12:30 in the Dining room.  Children’s Caroling begins at 12:30 in the activity.

Thursday, Dec. 22:  Chair exercise begins at 10:30.  Medicare Counseling is available from noon – 1:00 in the dining room.  Ed Asner’s “The Gathering” will play in the activity room at 12:30.

Friday, Dec. 23:  A Fleece craft bee will start at 12:30 in the activity room.

Monday, Dec. 26:  Gibson will be closed in celebration of the Christmas holiday.

 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 first & third Thursday of each month.  Call 356-3231 to reserve a spot.

Fleece Craft Bees will be held on Fridays after lunch. 

Christmas Teas :  Scones & tea will be offered December 20^th at 2:30.  Cost is $5.

Children’s Christmas carols on Wednesday, December 21^st after lunch.

New Year’s Eve Party:  Friday, December 30^th, 12:30 pm.  There will be space for dancing & light snacks  Cost is $3.

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.

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

• Light Ride &  Dinner at T-Bones: A Million Lights at Gift of Light, NH.  12/29, 2:30-10PM.  $15
• Elvis at Indian Head Resort: 1/6&7/12.  $104ppdo, transportation, room, tip, tax, cocktail, dinner, breakfast, dance band, Elvis Impersonator, BINGO game. Swimming pool, skating, available too!
• Ice Sculpture and Buffet at the Wentworth: 1/9/12 $21. 
• Portland Pirates:Wednesday, January 18, 2012.  Ticket, transportation and box lunch. $35
• Snow Sculpture: See the sculptures, and then stop of cocoa and a snack to warm up.  1/24/12 $5
• Portland POP’s Concert:  2/26/12 A Benny Goodman Tribute. Afternoon concert. $55
• 1940’s Sing Along, at the Wright’s Museum: Sunday, March 11th.  12:00PM $13, dinner out after.
• Boston Flower Show: This years theme: First Impressions.  Wednesday, March 14th.  7AM-9PM.  $49 includes ticket, transportation and a box lunch.  Dinner on own at Olive Garden
• 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.
• SanFrancisco & Lake Tahoe: June 7-13, 2012 $2479ppdo
• Boston Historic Tour: September 22-24, 2012 $ 289ppdo
• Branson:  November 8-12, 2012Holiday shows galore!  4 nights $1909 pp/do.

  MENU: Monday: chicken stew w/ dumplings, Tuesday: hamburger stroganoff; Wednesday:  franks & beans; Thursday:  baked black oak ham, Friday:  shepherd’s pie.