THE HUB DIRECTOR'S CORNER

On my mind and from the heart...

Recently, I got to take a much needed vacation. While enjoying the wave pool at our hotel, I witnessed an unfortunate incident.

There we were, splashing,l aughing and dodging the waves, when there was a loud whistle and a bunch of commotion on the other side of the pool.

As I looked to see what was going on, a man was drowning in the four foot pool of waves. His face was panic stricken and he looked so scared and helpless as the waves pulsed over his head and knocked him under repeatedly. As the lifeguards rushed over to save him a few things rushed through my head. 

The man that was struggling and drowning was, from all outside appearances, a healthy, capable man. He looked like he was strong and able bodied and I was thinking, "Why is he drowning? Maybe he is extremely scared or is having a heart attack?" I must not have been the only person thinking this as other people around me were verbally making comments that were a little more harsh. Some were laughing at the man, who looked to all outside reasons to be able to stand up and just get a breath. Some were yelling, "Stand up, get up, what is wrong with you?”

After the lifeguards descended on him I cleared away from the bystanders area and moved on with my vacation, not really giving much thought to the whole ordeal. Until later the next day. I was walking through the hotel and had to stop for a moment to let a wheelchair pass through a narrow corridor. As the chair went by I made eye contact with the man in the chair and smiled. 

It was then that I saw him. He looked much different than he had when he was struggling for a breath and panicked in the wave pool. But it was him, in a wheelchair moving past me through the hallway. I had to stop myself from saying anything. Really what do you say? He was probably embarrassed or traumatized and would want to forget the whole incident. Did he hear the things that the bystanders were saying as he was fighting for breath? Literally laughing that he didn’t just stand up.

Isn’t that the case so many times, in so many ways? We make snap judgments based on the limited information that we think we have and jump to conclusions. We tell people to just pull themselves up by their bootstraps, go get a job and get off the street. Just muscle through the day, smile and it will be all right. But what is below the surface? Maybe, just maybe, someone is unable to just stand up and stop drowning. 

Beth Gizzi

Executive Director, The HUB

web site: HUBhappenings.org

email:     thehubcenterforseniors@gmail.com

phone:    (360) 275-0535, ext 2601

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OUT & ABOUT ON THE TOWN TO BRING THE LOAN DOWN

Join The HUB at Casey's Bar & Grille in downtown Belfair. Monday, November 6, from 11:00 am to 10:00 pm.

The HUB will receive 50% of sales (excluding pull tabs). You will get great company and a tasty meal--dine in only.

All of our proceeds will go to help pay down the Covid EIDL Loan.

PIE TASTING CONTEST

Get your taste buds ready for a contest like no other. Join us on Saturday, November 4, 2:00 PM for our Third Annual Pie Tasting Contest.

All proceeds go to provide a Thanksgiving meal to someone in need in our community.

Bakers:

*Complete and submit a registration form to The HUB by November 4th.

*Bring in 5 pies of the same type to The HUB by noon on November 4th.

*4 pies will be taster pies and the 5th pie will be auctioned off.

*Multiple entries are allowed

*Winning baker will receive a basket of cooking goodness, bragging rights and a pie trophy.

Tasters:

Admission is $5 and includes one vote. You can buy additional votes at the door. Bid for your favorite pie! All while raising funds to provide meals in the community. Want to support but can't come down? Buy a ticket that we can pass along to someone who may not be able to purchase one.

The HUB has been selected to participate in Give Local again this year. Give Local is through the Community Foundation of South Puget Sound and gives donors and supporters a way to stretch their donation dollars even further. This year we are raising funds to bring back a Fresh Salad and Soup Bar option for the seniors who come to The HUB.

A nutritious diet promotes well being,prevent disease and helps people live longer healthier lives and we need your help to bring a much needed healthy meal to our elders.

 See how you can help here. Donations of any size can help!

GLITZ-GLAM WEEK...

...is coming to The HUB, Monday through Friday, November 6-10. We have been saving, saving, saving all of the things that sparkle and shine. There will be new items out daily, so shop everyday.

MONDAY - November 6

The first 50 customers that spend $20 get a Sparkle Swag Bag.

TUESDAY - November 7

There will be 100 Jewelry Mystery Boxes on sale for $5 each. Three lucky purchasers will go home with over $100 in fine jewelry.

WEDNESDAY - November 8

Spend $10 or more and Spin the Wheel for an Amazing Gift.

THURSDAY - November 9

Make a purchase of $5 or more and get a surprise piece of jewelry.

FRIDAY - November 10

We will have glamour Shots from Heather Reese Photography. Receive a 50% off coupon for The HUB Shop when you make a purchase in the Great Room from The HUB Shop Glitz and Glam Booth. There will be a Vendor and Silent Auction Event in the Great Room on Friday, 10:00 am - 5:30 pm.

SATURDAY - November 11

The Vendor Event continues and Saturday, 10:00 am - 4:30 pm and EVERYTHING in the store is 50% off to celebrate a week long party of all things Glitz and Glam.

Sign up now to be a vendor. Direct sales are welcome.

https://forms.gle/cCbkgkfdPCyPDj8v6

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SATURDAY - November 18

Two for $1 Fine China Sale. Looking to add a touch of elegance to your dining collection without breaking the bank? Look no further! 

All fine china and dish ware, including plates, teacups, saucers, and more, will be priced at just $.50 per piece.There will be a wide selection of exquisite patterns and designs to choose from. All are of fine craftsmanship, quality, and beauty at unbeatable prices.

THURSDAY - November 23 & FRIDAY - November 24

Everything closed for Thanksgiving Holiday

SATURDAY - November 25

Black Saturday Sale. Everything 50% off.

MONDAY MADNESS AND WACKY WEDNESDAY ALL MONTH LONG!

COMMUNITY THANKSGIVING LUNCH

Please join us at The HUB for a wonderful Thanksgiving Lunch on Wednesday, November 22. Lunch will be served at noon. Come early starting at 10 a for live music and entertainment. No cost to attend this thankful gathering.

We are seeking a few good turkeys to cook so if you are able drop off a turkey to The HUB by Saturday the 18th. This is a great way to use the FREE turkey that grocery stores give away!

Come and enjoy a hot turkey meal with all of the trimmings. This event is free to all, but donations are always welcomed.

THE HUB NEEDS YOU

Can you hang a piece of clothing? Fold a sheet? Cut a piece of paper? Plug in a small appliance? Answer the phone? Put items on a shelf? Put a sticker on something?

WE NEED YOU! Shifts available from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm and 2:30 to 6:00 pm daily Monday-Saturday. We also have 2 hours shifts available by calling us at 360-275-0535 or send an email to icanhelpthehub@gmail.com



WHY VOLUNTEER? Get out of the house. Dust off your skills or gain some new skills. Meet new people. Make a difference for a senior in your community. Feel valued and be part of a team.

BLANKET A SENIOR WITH LOVE

We are running our annual holiday campaign, Blanket A Senior With Love, during November.

Every year at this time, The HUB collects NEW ITEMS that will make the winter more comfortable for our seniors and neighbors with disabilities. This includes large soft blankets, hats, gloves, socks, scarves and small gifts, coloring books, markers, puzzle books and treats to include in the bag. Grocery gift cards in any amount are desperately needed as well.



Items may be dropped off at The HUB, Monday - Thursday 9:30 am - 4:00 pm or at The HUB Shop, Monday - Saturday 9:30 - 5:30.

Thank you so much for helping make this winter warm for seniors in our community.

Join us on Friday, November 17 for Glitz & Glam Bingo at The HUB. Doors open at 5:30 and games start at 6:30 pm. $1 per game or $7 to play all games (Games 7 & 8 played on same card).

Come dressed in formal wear, Hollywood themed attire or pink to get a bonus bingo card!

Great fun for all ages. Concession available. Prizes and raffle drawings.



The HUB

P.O. Box 2697

Belfair, WA 98528

(360) 275-0535|

theHUBcenterforseniors@gmail.com

www.HUBhappenings.org

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