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(1)THE SILVER THREAD L. E. Phillips Senior Center 1616 Bellinger Street Eau Claire, WI 54703 Newsletter November 2020 Volume 23 Issue 11 715-839-4909. Drop-off instructions during L. E. Phillips Senior Center construction. OUR MISSION STATEMENT. Current construction on the L. E. Phillips Senior Center has changed the traffic flow for drop-off and pick-up. Please follow these new guidelines to maintain smooth traffic flow.. L. E. Phillips Senior Center is a gathering place for individuals 50+ who reside in the City or County of Eau Claire, to maintain independence through access to programming, which develops skills to enhance their social, emotional and physical well-being. LIMITED HOURS: *Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 8am-4pm Office Hours: *Monday-Friday 8:30am-3pm. LEPSC Parking map with traffic directions · · · ·. The green oval is the drop--off/pick-up zone underneath the covered entrance to the building. To enter the parking lot, follow the green line through the temporary entrance on Babcock Street around the bend. Turn right and follow the yellow line to exit the drop-off/pick-up zone. Follow the yellow line to exit the parking lot through the temporary entrance on Babcock Street..

(2) BOARD OF DIRECTORS Jim Deignan, President Pieter Graaskamp, V. President Jerilyn Kinderman, Treasurer Bill Milne, Secretary Henrietta Dickerson, Lanette Flunker, Deanna Mahler Egan, John Leary, Judy Proett Bell, Larry Zorn, Jim Kreilich, Steve Anderson, Bryan Bessa, Jerry Barton, Jim Bunkelman. Staff Executive Director: Mary Pica-Anderson Phone Ext. 101, [email protected] [email protected] Program/Volunteer Coordinator: Traci Messner Jane Pedersen Phone Ext. 103, [email protected] [email protected] Communications Coordinator: Mary Beth Ingrouille Phone Ext. 102, [email protected] Office Kragness Coordinator: Mary Mero SpecialReceptionist: Events/HealthDeb Maintenance Phone Ext. 100 Office Receptionists: Darlene Yarrington Phone Ext. 100 Fitness Coordinator: Marilyn Russo Housekeeping: Sharon Phaneuf Phone Ext. 100 Maureen Tepiew Maintenance: John Rush Housekeeper: Mary Anderson Senior Aide: Bill Fitz & Rodney Booth Thank you for your patience in Dear Members, Here are some new working around our construction pictures of the expansion in progress. zone. Enjoy the daily change of scenery, with the new addition underway. INSIDE AT A GLANCE Page:. Special Events 1 Board of Directors & Staff 2 Program Updates & Personal Care Services, Wish List 3 Friends, Donors 4 Virtual *Class & Zoom Info. 6 & 7 **Opportunities & PalPal Info. 8 Reminders, Cards/Games 10 New Members 11 Social Groups 12 Health and Wellness 13 November Calendar 14 & 15 Membership Application Form 16. L. E. Phillips Senior Center values: ·. · ·. ·. Compassion for all individuals who come to the Center, regardless of knowledge, skills, cultural heritage, ethnicity, gender, disability, financial status and religious affiliation, Respect for each other in every interaction, Independence as a means by which we strive to help others maintain, A safe environment for all to feel welcome and secure.. LEPSC Executive Director, Mary Pica-Anderson. Vision Statement L. E. Phillips Senior Center aspires to be the leader in active living programming for our community’s current and future generations of older adults. We will accomplish this through continually strengthening and expanding programs and services, while promoting healthy lifestyles as a bridge for individuals’ social, emotional and physical needs.. 2. l L. E. Phillips Senior Center Newsletter. www.lephillipsseniorcenter.com.

(3) Program Updates and Events. Holiday Dinner Thursday, November 19 $10 per person-pay in office by Thurs., Nov. 12. Turkey dinner with all the trimmings, Enjoy the celebration! Drive by pick-up 4:15--5:15pm Limit 100 meal tickets. College Students want to help YOU for one-on-one learning: For your I-pad, Lap-top, Cell or i-phone. Limited space. Call the Center for appointments 45 min. exclusive sessions. Call 839-4909 Financial Coffee Club: Bring your financial questions and have a cup of coffee with Kylee Zalewski, Edward Jones. 9:30-10:30am Wed., Nov. 11. PERSONAL CARE SERVICES Call 715-839-4909 for appointments.. Senior Dining Grab & Go Meals will be at L. E. Phillips Senior Center Tuesdays, Nov. 10 5pm Grab and Go style, until further notice. Meals will be handed out on the 2nd Tuesday Due to social distancing requirements, we will NOT be having a Sit-down meal. Call Sr. Dining 715-839-4886. *Beauty shop—basic hair cuts twice a month to members only. Must have clean hair. $5 *Reiki—Speed healing, neck/back problems, pre and post surgical procedures, grief management and disease prevention. 35 min. appointments $25m/$29nm *Tips-N-Toes—Services provided by certified nail tech. 30 min. appt. Pedicure $25m/$27nm Manicure $15m/$17nm. “ACTIVELY AGING” BEGINS AT THE L. E. PHILLIPS SENIOR CENTER, YOUR PLACE FOR SOCIAL ACTIVITIES, EDUCATION, WELLNESS, HEALTH AND FITNESS PROGRAMS, FOR THE “50 plus” POPULATION. Recognizing the value of older adults!. *Healing Feet—trim, file & thin thickening nails, corns & calluses, minor ingrown nails can be removed. Services provided by RN $35m/$37nm *Massage by Sindy Shi—rejuvenate your body. 15 min. appointments $15m/$17nm *Pedorthic Clinic—My Foot Rx will provide free foot assessments. Specialty shoe fitting available for diabetic and therapeutic needs. 1st & 3rd Wed. of month. 30 min. appointments.. Evening meals-Night Out at L. E. Phillips Senior Mary Center: Executive Director: Pica-Anderson All Insurance MEMBERS CallPhone Sr. Dining at 715-839-4886. Ext. 101, [email protected] If you have changed Grab & Go Program/Volunteer Coordinator: Traci Messner insurance providers, please 5pmPhone Tuesday, Nov. 10 Ext. 103 let us know. We need to Card & Board Games: update our information any Communications Coordinator: Mary Beth Ingrouille Suspended until further notice time your information Phone Ext. 102, [email protected] changes. Thank-you. Special Events/Health Maintenance Coordinator: Mary Mero Office Receptionist: Darlene Yarrington Phone Ext. 100 AmyFacial Johnson Phone Ext.Bleach, 100 Popcorn, tissues, Peanut butter, Housekeeper: Mary6-Inch Anderson paper plates, Butter, Coffee Regular & Decaf., Maintenance: Joel Carr Individually wrapped tea, Wrapped candy, Instant oatmeal, Napkins. 1616 Bellinger Street · Eau Claire WI. l 3.

(4) FRIENDS OF THE CENTER. Thank-you!. The L. E. Phillips Senior Center is a 501(c) 3 organization, which means all of your contributions are tax deductible. It appreciatively receives donations of any size which are used to finance ongoing programs and to assist in the development of new ones. Donations are the primary source of program funds.. OUR THANKS FOR YOUR GENEROSITY! Community Donors Birch St. Dairy Queen, Cascade Paper Company, Panera Bread, Einstein Bagels Area of Greatest Need through September 30: John and Jann Kohlhepp Michael G. Baker Cheryl and Tom Leonard Network for Good Suzanne L. Huebner Stephen and Judith Hawkes Jane Wagener and Dawn Marie Olson Joyce Richards Leon Salander Rita Janelle Harrison Marlene Arntson Robert and Louise Barfknecht Robert and Janet Lesniewski Steven and Sharon Olson. Memorials Remember your Senior Center as a potential recipient if you wish to make a contribution to a worthy cause. Several avenues to contribute to the Center are: · A monetary gift in memory of a family member or friend. · Request that memorials be given in your name to the Center. · A charitable bequest to the Center in your will. · An annual tax-deductible gift to the Friends of the Center Campaign. ________________________ Thank you to the following for allowing us to place our publication in their business:. Park Towers, Festival Foods, Down to Earth, ADRC, Coffee Grounds, Randy’s, L. E. Phillips Library. In Memory of through September 30: Sally LaRose & her Birthday by Marilyn Tompkins. _________________. We love to recognize those who give to the L. E. Phillips Sr. Center, but sometimes we slip up! If we happen to miss your donation, please forgive us and stop by the office to correct our records. We will be happy to make the correction in the next newsletter.. 4. l L. E. Phillips Senior Center Newsletter. www.lephillipsseniorcenter.com.

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(6) November Virtual Class and Zoom Information. To begin using the virtual center you will need to…. 1. Register for a virtual class. 2. Sign up for Zoom. 3. Join a virtual class. *Call 715-839-4909 if you see “No Record Found” during step 4.. 6. Register for a Virtual Center Class The L. E. Phillips Senior Center “Virtual Center” allows you to stay connected to the Center if you are unable to come through our doors. You will be able to enter a live class while you are at home or traveling using a computer, tablet or smartphone.. 1. Go to lephillipsseniorcenter.com on your device. 2. Look for the smiley face on the home page and click the blue “Learn more” button. 3. A screen with the daily virtual programs will appear, click the green “Login” button. 4. Type in your phone number and birth date as MMDD. For example, August 13 would be entered as “0813”. 5. Click the green “Search” button. 6. Click the beige button with your name. 7. You will see available activities for the day and have the option to see activities for month by clicking the beige “My Calendar” button. Click the gray “Join” button to register for a class. 8. A popup box will ask you if you want to proceed, press the green “Yes, sign up” button.. l L. E. Phillips Senior Center Newsletter. www.lephillipsseniorcenter.com.

(7) November ZOOM and Virtual Class Information Instructions to sign up for Zoom. You will need to register for a Zoom account to attend Virtual Center Classes, follow the instructions to the right to set up your Zoom account.. What is Zoom? Zoom is a free-to-use video call app that allows you to video call other people using your computer, laptop, tablet or smartphone. The L. E. Phillips Senior Center uses Zoom for live classes, part of the new Virtual Center. You will be able to watch live classes held at the center and socialize without leaving your home! 1. Navigate to zoom.us. 2. Click the orange button in the top-right corner - “Sign up, it’s free!” 3. Using the drop-down menu, enter your date of birth, then click continue or press enter. 4. Enter in a valid email address, use the same email address you have on your device. 5. Check your email inbox for a verification email from Zoom and follow the instructions. 6. You are ready to use Zoom for virtual classes! When you join your first class you will be prompted to install the Zoom application and sign in with your account credentials (so make sure to write down your username and password).. To join a class, you will need to download the Zoom app on your device. If you have already downloaded Zoom, then don’t worry, your device will automatically open Zoom when you join the class. If you have not downloaded Zoom, you will be prompted to do so. Follow the instructions to download the Zoom app the first time you join.. 1. The day of the class go to lephillipsseniorcenter.com. 2. Look for the smiley face on the home page and click the blue “Learn More” button. 3. A screen with the daily Virtual Programs will appear. Click on the green “Log in” button. 4. Type in your phone number and birth month as MMDD to sign in to the virtual center. 5. Click the green “Search” button. 6. Click the beige button with your name. 7. You will see a green box that says “You are registered to attend”. 8. Click the blue “Join video” button. 9. The next screen has a box titled “Open zoom meeting” click on the box and you will join the virtual class.. 1616 Bellinger Street · Eau Claire WIl 7.

(8) PayPal Information & November Senior *Opportunities Add or Renew Membership with PayPal · · · · · ·. ·. · · ·. Navigate to lephillipsseniorcenter.com Click “Membership.” Click “Here” from “You can add or renew your membership online here.” Enter your phone number first then enter your birthday in MMDD format (August 4th—0804). Click the large beige box with your name. Select the membership option you would like to purchase, then click the blue “Add to Cart” button below. Once you’ve selected your membership click the yellow “Check Out’” button in the right-hand corner of the screen. Click “Pay now”, this will direct you to the PayPal website for payment. If you do not already have a PayPal account, click the gray “Pay with Debit or Credit Card” button. Enter your card information then click the blue “Pay Now” button to pay for your membership. You will receive an email from PayPal confirming your purchase.. *Medicare and Your Options Confused about Medicare? Looking for the peace of mind a Medicare Supplement insurance policy can provide? Learn about the different parts of Medicare and what your options are. Wed., Nov. 4 10am Presenter: Blia Yang *ABC’s & D’s of Medicare The ABC’s & D's of Medicare provides a foundational understanding of the four elements of Medicare; Part A-Hospital, Part B-Medical, Part C-Medicare Advantage and Part D-Prescription. Information will be provided on initial enrollment and additional enrollment periods pertaining to Part C options. Tues., Nov. 10 12pm Presenter: Jeff Sauter, Mediqwest. *Medicare Supplement Comparison Confused by the world of Medicare? Join us in learning the basics of Medicare, deductibles and supplement comparison. Thurs., Nov. 12 10am Presenter: Kia Xiong-Yang, Keystone Financial *Essential Oils – Live Naturally Learn about sharing natural options for energy, focus, relief, relaxation & overall well-being. Wed., Nov. 18 2pm Presenter: Sandy Pocernich, doTerra *Recovery and Treatment After Hip Replacement Surgery There are many moving parts when it comes to recovery after surgery, especially a major one like hip replacement. “How should I prepare? What challenges should I expect? Will I need a caregiver?” Get your questions answered & learn tips for hip replacement recovery & rehabilitation. Thurs., Nov. 19 9am Presenter: Louis Alix, Dove Healthcare AmazonSmile is a way for customers to support their favorite charitable organization. Every time you shop with Amazon.Shoppers at smile.amazon.com, you will find the same Amazon you know and love. The added bonus is that Amazon will donate a portion of the price of eligible purchases to the charity of your choice. Signing up is easy! Here's how to shop AmazonSmile: 1. Visit smile.amazon.com 2. Sign in with your Amazon.com password. 3. Choose LEPSC to receive donations. 4. Select LEPSC as your charity. 5. Start shopping! 6. Add a bookmark for smile.amazon.com to make it even easier to return and start your shopping at AmazonSmile.. 1616 Bellinger Street · Eau Claire WI. l 8.

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(11) . CHIPPEWA VALLEY EYE CLINIC •cataracts •corneal disease •diabetic retinopathy •glaucoma •macular degeneration •senior eye care. 715.834.8471 |www.cveclinic.com seeing. the future.. #1 Medicare Advantage plan provider in America 1-855-844-2078, TTY 711 ExploreUHCMedicare.com. Luther Lakeside Apartments 1412 Whipple Street. • 1 bedroom HUD sudsidized units for persons 62+ • Rent is 30% gross income w/utility allowance • Elevator & coin laundry on-site • Emergency pull stations in each apartment • Across from Mayo Hospital • Near Senior Center. www.landmark-company.com. (715) 834-3411 Are you concerned about the risks of residential care. Appeal to Heaven Independent Nurses’ Network connects you with a private nurse who arranges and manages just the care you need to remain safe at home, independent, and in control. Y0066_200813_013109_M. Colony Park Apartments. SPRJ58101. Call 715-379-7889 We will come to you.. • All utilities included • 1 bedroom, 1 bath • Rent is 30% gross income • Near clinics, hospital, bus line. West Mac Arthur & Stein Blvd. HUD Section 8 Subsidized units for low income persons elderly and/or disabled. www.landmark-company.com. (715) 834-3411 ext. 112. . For ad info. call 1-800-950-9952 • www.lpiseniors.com . LE Phillips Senior Center, Eau Claire, WI. B 4C 02-0989.

(12) Reminders, Games & Cards Vehicle Modification Grant. Are you in need of modifying your vehicle for handicap accessibility and safety reasons? Are the costs just too high? The ADRC is happy to announce that there is now a grant available for individuals in need of vehicle modification (up to $5,000). Eligible applicants must be (60+ years), an adult with a permanent disability and/or a caregiver to someone elderly and/or an adult with a permanent disability and an Eau Claire County resident. Applications will be reviewed and granted based on funding availability. If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity call 715-839-6259.. Just a reminder…The Senior Center is a Certified Facility Provider for Healthway’s Silver Sneakers, Optum Fitness Advantage and Silver & Fit exercise programs. This means that you, as a participant, have free access to the Open Fitness Area and for some fitness classes, as well as a FREE LEPSC annual membership. If you are enrolled in any of these programs thru your insurance, you can use the L. E. Phillips Senior Center as your fitness provider. Stop in and sign-up at the Front Desk. Provide your full name and date of birth. Once you have signed up with us, scan your card each time you use the fitness center. Silver Sneakers, Optum Fitness Advantage and Silver & Fit exercise programs require the Senior Center to provide documentation of your fitness participation for reimbursement. Scanning your Senior Center card each time is extremely important. If you are unable to scan into your fitness class, please let the staff at the desk know. If you are not sure your insurance carries one of these plans, we can help you find out that information as well.. CARDS & GAMES AT A GLANCE 500 Cards-game focuses on tricks. The winner of the trick leads on the next trick. Once all ten tricks have been played, the hand is scored. Practiced players are welcome to join. Bridge-four rounds of six hands, each is played according to the laws of Contract Bridge. Change partners after each round. Bunco-Popular dice game that is very easy to learn & fun to play. You can just come to play, no need to sign up ahead of time. Cribbage-Game for 2 to 4 players in which the score is kept by inserting pegs into holes arranged in rows on a small board. Pinochle-Object is to make an intelligent bid decision leading to success in making the bid. Sheepshead-played with 7-8-9-10-J-Q-K-A on four suits, for a total of 32 cards. Schmier-a point trick game. Winner is determined by the total value of the cards won in tricks, not number of tricks won. Hand and Foot-is a North American version of Canasta that's perfect for four players, although it can be played by any number of even players. The goal is to get rid of your cards from your hand, then your foot, by laying them down in rows. The team with the highest score at the end of the game wins. Mah-Jongg-game of Chinese origin played with 4 people with tiles resembling dominoes and bearing various designs. Duplicate Bridge-Players compete against each other for each hand played. Scores are compared to the other players’ scores. Euchre-Game played with trump suits using a right & left bower. 1616 Bellinger Street · Eau Claire WI. l 10.

(13) New Members and Volunteer Opportunities The Center has many opportunities to share your time, talents and skills. Volunteers can help weekly, only once a year, or any other number of times throughout the year. Below are just a few areas where volunteers are needed. If you are interested in any of the following volunteer activities, please let us know. Special events include: · · · ·. Thrift/Bake Sale Special Meals-Holiday Meal Cookie Walk Lefse Fest. Cell Phone Recycling Fundraiser SmartphoneRecycling.com Bring in your used cell phones, I-pads, I-pods and drop them at the Office. They will be environmentally disposed. Proceeds benefit the LEPSC. To date, we have raised over $1,885 through Cell Phone Recycling! We appreciate your efforts towards this fundraiser. Thank-you!. See or call Traci for the following needs: *Greeters—This is a watchful, friendly person at the front desk who is ready to assist those people entering who are unfamiliar with the Center. You might provide tours of the Center as requested & assist with general office work if needed. 8:30am-noon and/or noon-3:30pm *Hostess—to keep our coffee and treat area neat. 7-10am or 10am-1pm *Can you teach—how to make a particular craft item, a foreign language, how to play guitar, a specific content area class or a specific skill others could benefit from knowing? Call the Center and let us know if you would be interested in sharing your talents with our members. *Volunteers—Anyone who enjoys doing handwork or simple sewing of handmade stuffed dolls & animals, such as cutting doll & animal patterns, making doll clothing, hand stitch faces on the dolls or animals. Work can be done at home then completed at the RSVP group gatherings, every Tues. at 9am.. Coming Up: Some **Classes & *Opportunities in December to consider: *ABC’s and D’s of Medicare, *Essential Oils and the Brain. WELCOME NEW MEMBERS From Sept. 1-30, 2020 Fritz Bushendorf, Gerald Carroll, Paul Chilgren, Wil Denson, Loren Ellingson, Margarite Endres, Steven Englestad, Vickie Fedewa, Juli Hagmann, Michael Hoadley, Michaelle James, David LaMorie, Cheri Meyer, Barbara Mondeau, James Reid, Judy Sims, Janice and Dale Sisson, Terry Willkom, Mark Wise Sustaining Members Sept. 1-30, 2020 John and Zoila Drost, Marge McManus, Sylvia Miller, Jane Schultz, Bill Zutter. 11. l L. E. Phillips Senior Center Newsletter. www.lephillipsseniorcenter.com.

(14) Social Groups & Services *Please note activities suspended below Happy Hookers/Crafters—For those who do beginning to advanced crafts of any kind. All are welcome to bring his or her own projects & materials to work on or to learn a new craft of any sort. This group is responsible for the craft sales that are open for any special event, 100% profits the Senior Center. Wednesdays 1pm Creative Artists—Acrylic or watercolor painting with other creative people in a welcoming space. Bring your supplies and enjoy the company of others. Mondays 9-Noon $1m/$1.50nm Pool Tables—Play in the Center’s lower level. Pool cues & supplies needed to play are provided, but you may bring your own. Open Mon.-Fri. 8am-4pm $1m/$1.50nm Table Tennis (ping-pong)—Play singles or doubles, join the fun group. All equipment to play is provided. Wednesdays 2-4pm *RSVP—(Retired and Senior Volunteer Program) Volunteers create handcrafted dolls, stuffed animals and/or snuggle blankets to comfort children brought to the local hospital emergency rooms or for surgery. Tuesdays 9-11am *Suspended until further notice. *Trivia for Seniors—Get a team together for a fun afternoon of trivia. Form a team of a maximum of 6 people or join a team that day. We will have prizes and refreshments, walk-ins welcome. 3rd Tues. 1pm $2m/$3nm *Suspended until further notice.. *Line Dance Practice—Join us for Line Dance Practice, polish-up on your dancing. Three separate classes will be offered for levels of experience. 8:45-9:45am Advanced 10-11am Medium 11:15am-12:15pm Basic Thursdays $2m/$3nm *Suspended until further notice. *Rubber Stamping—All are invited. Apply inks, emboss, die cut & create cards for your personal use. Each week includes “4 make & take” card projects. Bring your own scissors & adhesive of your choice. Space is limited, come early. Thursdays 1pm $6m/$6.50nm *Suspended until further notice. *Blue Grass Jam—Do you play the guitar, banjo, mandolin, violin, harmonica or bass (all levels) and like to have a little fun jamming with like-minded people? Join your senior friends for a fun afternoon. 1st and 3rd Wed. 12:30-3pm *Suspended until further notice. *Intergenerational Trivia— Bring a team of up to 5 or join others once you arrive. At least one team member needs to be 50 or better. Prizes and snacks provided. Please sign-up in the office by 3pm the previous Monday. 1st Thursday 5pm $2m/$2nm *Suspended until further notice. *Woodcarvers—Group of carvers meet to socialize, exchange patterns & ideas. Help is available if you need it, beginning carvers are welcome. 2nd and 4th Wed. 6-9pm *Suspended until further notice.. 1616 Bellinger Street · Eau Claire WI l 12.

(15) Health and Wellness. CLASSES IN PROGRESS. MUST REGISTER FOR ALL EXERCISE CLASSES PUNCH CARD FEES—15 CLASS PUNCH CARD $25 for members $35 for nonmembers. We are now offering some Virtual (ZOOM) Exercise Classes, as well as some in-house Classes. Please take the time to read through the information on pages 6 & 7, for online info. to access classes that are offered.. Exercise Orientation T & TH 10-11:30am Use equipment for various forms of physical activity Participants who may already have Punch Cards that that will improve and strengthen your cardiovascular & cannot be used for Virtual Classes, please call the muscular systems. Call for appointment. Center and we will issue you a credit that can be used to sign-up for Virtual Classes. Open Fitness Center M—F 8am-4pm Workout in ways to fit your personal needs. Strength Class Open fitness includes a circuit of stations that provide M & TH 8:30am opportunities for a full body workout. Class is Virtual. Fee: $5m/$10nm monthly Pay at the Office. Nov. 2—30 Fee: $15/month Cardio Hi/Lo Intensity Interval Training Cardio Hi/Low Intensity Interval Training T & TH 8:30-9:30am Punch Card LIMIT 10 Class is held live at the Center T & TH 8:30am Get a full Cardio workout emphasizing the shoulders, Fee: Punch Card arms, back, core, glutes and legs. Class will also be held Virtual on T, only during Get Fit M-W-F 10:30-11:30am Free LIMIT 30 Nov. 3—24 Fee: $7m This class includes full body stretches, strengthening exercises, using lightweights, elastic tubing or simply Get Fit Class Class is held live at the Center M W F your own body with a variety of movements to increase 10:30—11:30am heart rate. Step Class F 8:30-9:30am Punch Card LIMIT 10 Fee: Free Class will be Virtual on W only Nov. 4, 11, 18, 25 Class allows you to work at your level of fitness using a step platform to increase cardio and overall strength. Moves can be performed on a step or on the floor. Great fun and a big challenge. Gentle Yoga TH 1:30-2:30pm Free LIMIT 15 Gentle Yoga Class consists of exercises for strengthening, stretching, balancing and breathing. Poses can be done sitting or standing. No experience needed. Cardio Drumming TH 9:30—10:15am Punch Card LIMIT 15 This class combines drumming, music, rhythm & movement. Express yourself, release stress & aggression, sweat, sing & enjoy the camaraderie.. Step Class Class is held live at the Center F and also Virtual F Nov. 6—20 Both Classes 8:30—9:30am Fee: In-house live Punch Card Fee: Virtual $5m F Nov. 6, 13, 20 Line Dance Join us for Line Dance Practice and polish-up on your dancing. Two separate classes will be offered for different levels of experience. TH Nov. 5, 12, 19 8:45—9:45am Advanced TH Nov. 5, 12, 19 10—11am Medium T Nov. 3—24 6—7pm Medium Fee per class: $2m/$3nm. Yoga: Moving With Mindfulness TH 4-5:15pm LIMIT 15 In December, you will have the option to purchase a The focus is on strengthening the core with simple Virtual Package that will be for use on the Virtual movements and using your breath to release and gently deepen in yoga poses. Fee: Pay Instructor $10m/$13nm Fitness Classes. You pay only for the classes that you attend Virtually. 1616 Bellinger Street · Eau Claire WI. l 13.

(16) 2020. November Calendar of Events Monday. Tuesday. Wednesday. Thursday. Friday. Sat/Sun. 1 Staff meetings are held every Monday, 11:45am-12:30pm. Thanks, The Staff 2 9am Creative Artists. 9 9am Creative Artists. PROGRAMS WITH A* DESIGNATES A SENIOR OPPORTUNITY. PROGRAMS WITH** DESIGNATES THE FIRST DAY OF A SENIOR CLASS—YOU MUST CALL THE OFFICE TO REGISTER FOR OPPORTUNITIES AND CLASSES TO SECURE YOUR SPOT.. 3 ELECTION DAY. 10 12pm *ABC’s & D’s of Medicare 5pm Senior Dining-Grab and Go. 4 5 10am *Medicare and Your Options 1pm Happy Hookers/Crafters 2pm Table Tennis. 11 9:30am Financial Coffee Club 1pm Happy Hookers/Crafters 2pm Table Tennis. 6. 12 13 10am *Medicare Supplement Comparison. 7. 8. 14. E-Trike program was a hit! 15 Thanks to the ADRC! The E-Trikes will be put away on November 1. They will be available at the Center sometime in the Spring, when the warmer weather returns and the ice and snow are gone. 14. l L. E. Phillips Senior Center Newsletter. www.lephillipsseniorcenter.com.

(17) 2020. November Calendar of Events Monday 16 9am Creative Artists. Tuesday 17. Wednesday. Thursday. Friday. 18 1pm Happy Hookers/Crafters 2pm Table Tennis, *Essential Oils – Live Naturally. 19 9am *Recovery and Treatment after Hip Replacement Surgery. 20. 25 1pm Happy Hookers/Crafters 2pm Table Tennis. 26 27 Happy Thanksgiving! LEPSC closed. Sat/Sun 21. 22. PROGRAMS WITH A* DESIGNATES A SENIOR OPPORTUNITY. PROGRAMS WITH** DESIGNATES THE FIRST DAY OF A CLASS —YOU MUST CALL THE OFFICE TO REGISTER FOR OPPORTUNITIES AND CLASSES TO SECURE YOUR SPOT.. 23 9am Creative Artists. 24. 28. The Senior Center will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 26 and Friday, Nov. 27, In Celebration of Open Computer Lab: 29 Thanksgiving. Must be a member. The door is locked and will need to be unlocked by a staff member. Mon.—Fri., 8am-4pm. 30 9am Creative Artists. Birthday Celebration $5: *Suspended until further notice. Lunch menu: All are invited for Lunch & Ice Cream Cake donated by Birch St. Dairy Queen.. COFFEE WILL BE AVAILABLE IN November. 1616 Bellinger Street · Eau Claire WI l 15.

(18) L. E. Phillips Senior Central. Nonprofit Organization U. S. Postage Paid Eau Claire, WI 54703 Permit No. 2140. 1616 Bellinger Street Eau Claire, WI 54703. CURRENT RESIDENT. New Membership Application Form - L. E. Phillips Senior Center - 715-839-4909 (Please check & fill out all that apply) ________ Sustaining Member $60.00 per person. Sustaining members provide additional financial support for the operations of L. E. Phillips Senior Center. ________ Renewed Membership________New Membership $30.00 per person or $50.00 per couple- Resident of E. C. City/County $40.00 per person or $70.00 per couple- Non-resident of E. C. City/County I am a resident of ________________________________________ County. Name: _________________________________________________Date of Birth:_________________ Phone: _____________________________Address: _________________________________________ City/State/Zip: _______________________________________ E-Mail: __________________________ (Please drop off or mail to L. E. Phillips Senior Center - 1616 Bellinger Street - Eau Claire - WI 54703) Notice: L. E. Phillips Senior Center does not endorse any products or services including those advertised in the Silver Thread. This means that if a product or service is purchased from an individual or organization using the Center, it is neither endorsed nor recommended by L. E. Phillips Senior Center..

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