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It's time for Give Local! We're so excited to be participating again this year, along with so many other local non-profits.
Hosted by the Community Foundation of South Puget Sound, Give Local is an online giving campaign to support nonprofits across Lewis, Mason, and Thurston Counties. For two weeks (November 6-17, 2023), everyone who loves the South Puget Sound can support their favorite local causes by donating to one or more participating nonprofits. Thanks to the generosity of the Dawkins Charitable Trust, each donation made during Give Local receives a proportional match from the $100,000 Bonus Fund.
When you donate during Give Local, the Community Foundation and sponsors cover credit card fees, so 100% of your donation goes directly to us. Plus, every contribution gets a boost from the Bonus Fund, stretching your dollars and allowing us to make more gifts back to our community.
Give Local officially starts on Monday, but there's no need to wait to make a difference. Visit our profile and make your gift today at spsgives.org!
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Meteorology has always fascinated me, and as a backpacker and sailor, I’ve had plenty of reasons to pay attention to weather systems. You might know that November is our rainiest and windiest month here in the PNW. Energy left over in the system from summer heat enables higher energy events. So enjoy the drama before we settle into the more benign drizzle of January and February!
Speaking of changes in weather, I have to reflect that Senior Services for South Sound has our own seasons. Just recently we held our Fall Gala, where we celebrated our 50th anniversary as an organization. It was grand! We raised over $117,000 for our mission and people had a great time. Now that we are debriefing and recovering from that big push, we go into the Fall/Winter with an eye toward the holidays and finishing 2023 strong.
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Our 50th Anniversary, held at the Lacey Community Center on October 7, was a fantastic success! We are so grateful for everyone who helped us raise more than $117,000 to fund our mission. Our volunteers and staff worked hard to make the evening very special, and we were so happy to celebrate our first half century with our community. [read more] | | |
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Holly and Rosie are often thought of as sisters. While the label might be genetically untrue, the pair do consider themselves to be sisters of the heart and have the volunteer shift schedule to prove it!
Holly Maxim and Rosie Haque met each other while volunteering at the Senior Center’s Estate Store, but then COVID hit and the store eventually closed for good. When unmasked life finally returned to the Center, they both asked Volunteer Coordinator Theresa Ziniewicz if she would schedule them as a volunteer team at the Budd Bay Bargain store, and they’ve been working together every Wednesday afternoon since. [read more]
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Congrats to our Volunteer of the Third Quarter, Barbara Underhill!
Barbara volunteers for the Senior Nutrition Program as well as in the coffee bar at the Virgil Clarkson Lacey Senior Center.
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Beware of Scams During Open Enrollment
“Be aware of common scams, especially during Medicare Open Enrollment in the fall. Some simple tips can help you protect yourself and your loved ones. The SMP, which provides one-on-one case assistance to those who think they may have been a victim of Medicare fraud, can help.” -From the National Senior Medicare Patrol via the LiHerald.
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Membership Pricing for 2023
Seasonal: $20
Silver Single: $60 | Silver Couple: $100
Gold Single: $120 | Gold Couple: $200
Lifetime Single: $1,000 | Lifetime Couple: $1,800
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Speaker Series - Olympia Center
Most Wednesdays at 10:00 am
November 1: Dr. Gwen Grams on After Death Communication
In this presentation, we review the scientific literature about ADC (after-death communication) and talk about a study currently underway at The University of Virginia Medical School and William and Mary School of Education. The study examines the therapeutic benefits of ADCs and their positive impact on bereavement. We’ll follow the presentation with a question and answer session. But, we promise we will have more questions than answers!
November 8: Stephanie Penland on Nutrition and Easy and Inexpensive Recipes
Join Senior Services’ own beloved Stephanie Penland as she discusses food, nutrition, and easy inexpensive recipes. She may even bring along a delicious soup for us to try!
November 15: Maureen Wells with Unforgettable Art
Join art historian Maureen Wells as she brings art depicting various winter scenes and holidays.
November 29: Christian MacMillan with Edward Jones Investments
Join Christian MacMillan from Edward Jones Investments as he talks money!
What Happens After the Paychecks Stop? A Retirement Income Primer is a 50-minute seminar that discusses income during retirement. We’ll explore how to budget for retirement expenses, examine potential sources of retirement income, discuss strategies to provide for your goals and address potential risks.
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Dine Out - For Olympia Senior Center
Thursday, November 9: Uptown Grill at 514 Capitol Way S. at 5:00 pm
Join the Olympia Senior Center for an evening at Uptown Grill! Meet at the restaurant at 5:00, where we will dine with good food and better company! Everyone pays for their own meal. Your reservations for Dine Out must be made NO LATER than 2:00 pm the Monday of the week of Dine Out. If we do not have your reservation by Monday at 2:00 the week of, we will not reserve you a spot.
Open to the Public
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Dance As You Are Party! - Olympia
Thursday, November 2 from 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm
Come on down and dance with us! Partners are not necessary, but good manners are!
This is a new event that will be held on the first Thursday of every month.
Open to the Public
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Senior Reads Book Club - Olympia
Thursday, November 16 at 10:00 am
For our November book club discussion, we will be reading Anxious People by Fredrik Backman. The book club meets on the third Thursday of each month at the Olympia Senior Center.
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Digital Literacy for Seniors 55+ - Lacey Center
Tuesdays in November from 9:00 to 11:00 am
Digital Literacy is a service that seniors will enjoy. You will become more comfortable and capable when using laptops, smartphones, and other tech devices. If you don’t have your own laptop, a Chromebook will be provided to you for in classroom use, otherwise, please bring your own.
FREE and Open to Public. Drop-ins Welcome.
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Tech Help with Jeff - Lacey Center
Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:00 to 11:00 am
If you have questions, issues or need trouble-shooting with any of the following portable devices: smartphones, laptops, tablets, iPads or readers. Please bring your device and drop-in for Rich’s assistance.
Open to the Public. Drop-ins welcome.
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Dance Socials - Lacey Center
Every Tuesday from 1:30 to 3:30 pm
This exceptionally popular weekly event is back at VCLSC! Come and dance and/or listen to Swing Stuff, a live 2.5 piece band, who know how to get your feet moving. No partner necessary! Coffee, punch and snacks provided.
Members: $7; General Public: $10
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Dine Out - For Lacey Senior Center
Tuesday, November 14: Red Lobster at 4504 Martin Way E. Olympia - 5:00 pm
Join the Virgil Clarkson Lacey Senior Center for an evening at Red Lobster! Meet at the restaurant at 5:00, where we will dine with good food and better company! Everyone pays for their own meal.
Open to the Public
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Free Jewelry Appraisals - Lacey Center
Thursday, November 9 from 9:00 am to 3:15 pm
Get your jewelry appraised here by Porcello Jewelers of Bellevue. Almost everyone has an old class ring, a broken chain, or an old watch in a drawer or safe place. Find out what it’s worth and should you want to sell it, they may be able to make you an offer. (Check out the price of gold on this date online!).
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TED Talks Plus with Jay Wallerstedt - Lacey Center
Thursday, November 16 from 10:00 to 11:30 am
“Permafrost is Thawing - Watch Where You Step!” We’ll view three TED Talks Plus videos and discuss them as a group. Also, we will have a person who lived in Alaska for many years tell us about their personal experiences with permafrost in the Fairbanks area.
Open to Public
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Doors open at 6:00 pm. Games start at 7:00 pm. Must be 21+. $25 cash at the door to play. Also available: food for purchase, 50/50 raffle, special game tickets and daubers. Enjoy a cash bar and costume contest! Cash only. | | |
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Sky Myers
This month we will be saying bon voyage to our dear friend and Trips & Tours Manager Sky Myers.
Sky started work for our organization ten years ago, working for the first three years as the Director of Travel and Retail which included the oversight of our former Estate Store (now Budd Bay Bargains). After the pandemic, she turned to Trips & Tours as her sole focus. [read more]
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