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The Fourth of July Event Has Been Cancelled
 The Fourth of July Celebration at Mizell Senior Center has been Cancelled. Please enjoy the fireworks at Sunrise Park or at the Stadium. We hope you have a Happy and Safe 4th.
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SUPPORT MEALS ON WHEELS THIS SUMMER
SUPPORT OUR GO FUND ME CAMPAIGN
Mizell Senior Center provides over 145,000 Meals on Wheels throughout the Coachella Valley every year. Summer is very difficult. With temperatures sometimes reaching 120 degrees, frail, homebound seniors depend on this program in order to eat. During the Summer months, donations for this program are few and far between . . . but, we still are preparing and serving meals for 500 - 600 seniors each day from Palm Springs and Desert Hot Springs to the Salton Sea over 7 delivery routes. Our clients need your help and support. Take a look at the video . . . this is who we serve and who you support with your generous donation. Won't you please help?? We need funding now in order to make sure we can continue serving thousands of meals throughout our long, hot Summer. Please donate today!!
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Coming Soon to Mizell Senior Center
The weather is HOT and you can stay COOL at Mizell Senior Center. Come and enjoy lunch, or one of our many classes and stay cool using our air conditioning while you save $$ on your home electric bill. We have some great new classes on tap here with new computer classes a special Farmer's Market Voucher distribution, or informative medical seminars. Be sure to take a look at the schedule of classes and activities and some of the new offerings in this newsletter. Join in on the Laughter Clinic, enjoy our Documentary Film Salon, learn how to avoid internet scams, or play Bingo. You can also enjoy our Cover to Cover Book Club or Documentary Films. Remember, we even have Saturday classes and activities, including our Zumba Gold classes and counseling. We have more great new classes on tap as we move into the summer months. Be sure to check out this newsletter for the latest offerings. Remember, you can come to Mizell and relax, take an exercise class, or even play Bingo! We have plenty of new classes and activities as we celebrate spring as well as many of your favorites that are continuing such as Improve My Balance or Fit After Fifty.
When planning activities and fun for the coming months, you will want to keep Mizell Senior Center in mind. So, stop by and check out our new programs and classes for May.
With all we have to offer, we are sure you will find the right program for you. For more information on upcoming Mizell events or programs, call 760-323-5689 or visit our website at www.mizell.org.
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Staying Save on the Internet and Facebook
Learn How to Protect Your Privacy and Avoid Internet Scams
Are you concerned about your privacy when using the internet? Do
 you want to learn how to avoid internet scams? We have the class for you. Join us on
Tuesday, June 27 from 10:00AM to 11:30AM in the Behrend Computer Learning Center for this informative class. Instructor Tammy Searle willshow you haw to navigate the Internet and Facebook in a safe way. she will also show you why Facebook is both fun AND dangerous. You will learn how to set your privacy settings on Facebook, and useful safety tips for Internet use. Instructions will include: Creating strong passwords and using a secured browser as well as protecting your data, safety guidelines for the Internet and how to set your security settings on Facebook. Your devices are not needed for this class, but you are welcome to bring them to ask questions at the end of instruction. Cost for this class is $35.00 for members and $50.00 for non-members. Be sure to reserve your space early as seating is limited. You can make your reservation at the Mizell Ticket Window or by calling 760-323-5689 x107.
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Urinary Tract Infections (UTI's) in Adults - What You Should Know - A Live Healthy Seminar
Join Ann Stapleton, MD Board Certified in Internal Medicine and  Infectious Diseases for this informative seminar: Urinary Tract Infections (UTI's) in Adults - What You Should Know on Thursday, June 29th at 12:30PM at Mizell Senior Center. Dr. Stapleton will provide an informative Seminar update on what causes UTI's, how to determine if you have one, how you may be able to prevent them and treatments for UTI's. Chances are good that you, a friend or a loved one have had a urinary tract infection (UTI), since this is one of the most common infections encountered in adult women and men. There will be plenty of time for questions and answers during this presentation. The seminar is free. To reserve your seat, call 760-423-4855 or for additional information.
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Making the Most of Your i-Pad and i-Phone
A New Class in the Behrend Computer Learning Center
If you have a new i-Pad or i-Phone and want to learn how to use it, we
 have the class for you. Join instructor Tammy Searle on
Monday, June 26 from 10:00AM to 11:30AM in the Behrend Computer Learning Center for this informative class. Tammy will show you easy short-cuts, added features and useful updates from iOS 10. She will also show you how to integrate these new features into your daily lives. Useful tips will include how to sync to iCloud, sharing photos, downloading apps, creating calendar appointments, phone call and messaging settings and much more! A quick review of Apple TV, music Match is also included. Your devices are not need at this class, but you are welcome to bring them to ask questions at the end of the instruction. The cost of the class is $35.00 for members and $50.00 for non-members. To reserve you place, visit the Mizell ticket window or call 760-323-5689 x107.
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Bingo Mondays at Mizell
The Hottest Bingo Game In Town - Win Prizes and Cash!!
Monday at Mizell Senior Center is the place to be if you love playing  Bingo. Card sales begin at Noon with the Early Bird Game at 12:50PM. Mizell Bingo features 10 regular Bingo games along with special games that include Triple Bingo, Double Action, Odd Coverall, and Even Coverall. Games continue until 4:00PM. You can win great prizes and even cash in our games! So, grab your favorite dauber and put on your Bingo Shoes and get on over to Mizell for our Monday Bingo. It's also a great way to stay cool during the hot summer months. Cost is $7.00 for a set of 10 sheets (6 Bingo Cards per sheet) and $12.00 for a set of 10 sheets for non-members.
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Mizell Lunch Club
June Lunch Club is at Pepper's Thai Cuisine in Palm Springs
The popular Mizell Lunch Club's next meeting is on Wednesday, June  28th
at 11:30AM at the Palm Springs favorite: Pepper's Thai Cuisine located at 396 N. Palm Canyon Canyon Drive in Palm Springs. The Mizell Lunch Club visits a new restaurant every month. Mizell members, visitors, volunteers, and family members are all welcome to attend. this is a great way to try a new restaurant and meet new friends. Please call the Mizell Ticket Window at 760-323-5689 x107 to reserve your spot. We will need your reservation by June 26th. Each person is responsible for paying their own bill and gratuity. Watch this space for a new restaurant each month. Let's Do Lunch!!
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Senior Farmer's Market Nutrition Program
Voucher Distribution for Use at Certified Farmer's Markets
Riverside County Office on Aging will be distributing Senior Farmer's
 Market Vouchers at Mizell Senior Center on
Friday, June 30 from 10:00AM to 11:00AM on a
first come, first served basis. The coupons are for use at Certified Farmer's Markets only and only for the purchase of fresh, nutritious, unprepared, locally grown, fruits, vegetables, honey and edible herbs. Seniors must certify they are over age 60 and meet the following low income guidelines: 1 person household $21,775 per year - 2 person household $29,471 per year or 3 person household of $37,167 per year. For questions, contact the Riverside County Office on Aging at 1-800-510-2020.
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Mizell Cover to Cover Book Club
Life From Scratch by Sasha Martin
Join the Mizell Cover to Cover Book Club on Thursday, July 13 at  10:30AM for Life From Scratch by Sasha Martin. Her life's a mess. And so is her kitchen.
Divorced, heartbroken and living in a lonely New York apartment with a tiny kitchen, Rachel Goldman realizes she doesn't even know how to cook the simplest meal for herself. Can learning to fry an egg help her understand where her life went wrong?
Then she launches a blog to vent her misery about life, love and her goal of an unburnt casserole. To her amazement, the blog's a hit. She becomes a minor celebrity. Next, a sexy Spaniard enters her life.
Will her souffles stop falling? Will she finally forget about the husband she still loves? And how can she explain to her readers that she still hasn't learned how to cook up a happy life from scratch? For information, call 760-323-5689.
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Mizell Documentary Film Salon Presents
Art of the Western World - Into the 20th Century
The Mizell Senior Center Documentary Film Salon is presenting 
Michael Wood's Art of the Western World -Into the 20th Century on Wednesday, June 28th at 12:30PM at Mizell. When rapid advances in science, thought, and technology led to the secessionists, fauves, and cubists - Dada rejected everything, and architecture went international. this film features Klimt, Matisse, Picasso, Mondrian, Frank Lloyd Wright and other luminaries of the 20th Century. This series is one of the finest treatments of Western Art and Art History that is available in multimedia with Michael Woods as host and guide. It is a series that appeals to both experienced art historians, and persons who want an introduction to art history. Bernard "Butch" Epps, MFA will facilitate a guided discussion after the screening. For more information, contact Mizell Senior Center at 760-323-5689 or email: butchepps@ymail.com. Cost is $5.00 for Mizell Members and $6.50 for Non-Members. Tickets are available at the Mizell Ticket Window. For information, call 760-323-5689 or email: butchepps@ymail.com.
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Jazz/Jam Session on Wednesdays at Mizell
Enjoy the Music Every Wednesday Morning Beginning at 10:00AM
Do you enjoy listening to some of the classic Jazz and Dance Music  from the Golden Age of Music? Are you a retired musician, but still like to play your instrument, but don't know where to go? Whether you are a listener or player, the Jazz/Jam Session at Mizell Senior is the place to be. Join Dick Broadie and Friends to listen or play every Wednesday morning starting at 10:00AM. If you play, don't worry if you are a bit "rusty". This is a great place to meet new friends and play your favorite instrument and enjoy the music. Do you like dancing? This is also the place for you. So, come on down and listen, dance or Jam with the Jazz/Jam session at Mizell . . . you will be glad you did. Cost is FREE for Mizell Members and $5.00 for guests.
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Saturday Zumba Gold at Mizell
Get Your "Zumba On" in this Lively Class
Zumba fever is going strong at Mizell Senior Center. In fact, it has
 become so popular, we are continuing our
Saturday Class from 9:00AM to 10:00AM, you can get your weekend exercise at Mizell. Our weekday Zumba Gold classes will continue to meet Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00AM to 9:50AM. Ditch the workout . . . and join in the Party!! Zumba Gold is an aerobics interval class using Latin-based rhythms and other dance-inspired tempos to create a fun up-beat workout. It's a cardio party!! Let the rhythm of Latin music shake your body and burn unwanted calories while losing pounds and inches. All Fitness levels are welcome. Get your "Zumba On" for only $5.00 per class for members and $10.00 for non-members. For more information, visit our website at
www.mizell.org or call 760-323-5689. We will see you in Zumba Gold.
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Shop at Aunt Betty's Attic at Mizell Senior Center
We Need Your Donations for Summer Wear
Help Support Meals on Wheels
Aunt Betty's Attic is truly the Best Little Thrift Store in the Valley and  we need your donations of Summer wear for the upcoming Summer season. We are also looking for housewares, books, newer electronics, kitchen gadgets, and Vintage/Collectibles. You can drop-off your donations at the Mizell front desk. We will also help you unload your car. We will even go to your home to pick up larger items or large quantities of items. To make a donation, call our store manager, Sandy Milder at 760-323-5689 x111.
Located within the Mizell Senior Center building, the store features some of the best deals you will find in any other thrift store. Aunt Betty's is open Monday through Friday from 9:00AM to 4:00PM. We also have donations of high-end designer clothing such as Brooks Brothers, Gucci, Michael Kors, Liz Claiborne, and Chico's just to name a few. We also feature household items, artwork, glassware, small appliances . . . and so much more. You will have to stop by regularly because we are always featuring new stock and items sell fast. We also accept donations. All proceeds from sales at Aunt Betty's Attic support our Valley-wide Meals on Wheels program and other programs and services at Mizell Senior Center.
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Have you tried lunch at Mizell's Cafe 480? You can now enjoy our  improved menu freshly cooked each day at Mizell. Our Program through the Riverside County Office on Aging is for those ages 60 and above. You only need to complete a simple enrollment form. Rather than charging $5.00 for lunch we are suggesting a donation of $3.00. Your donation will help ensure continued High Quality Lunches and service to more people. You can still enjoy the best lunch deal in the area and then participate in one of our many programs.
Lunch is $5.00 for those under age 60 or those not wishing to fill out the required information form. Here is the menu for next week:
Monday: Cheese Ravioli w/Marinara Sauce, Broccoli, Garlic Bread, Dessert
Tuesday:
Chicken & Rice Casserole, Green Salad, Wheat Roll, Dessert
Wednesday:
Salisbury Steak, Boiled Potatoes, Carrots, Wheat Roll, Dessert
Thursday:
Baked Ham with Pineapple, Scalloped Potato, Vegetable Blend, Wheat Roll, Dessert
Friday:
BBQ Chicken, Rice Pilaf, Broccoli, Wheat Roll, Dessert
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unch is served from 11:15AM to 12:15PM. Let your friends know, and after lunch, check out some of our new and exciting programs. Every lunch comes with a beverage and dessert. You can obtain your lunch tickets in Cafe 480 after 11:00AM.
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Mizell Movie of the Week - Free for Everyone
June is Natalie Wood Month
June Movies will wrap Natalie Wood Month continuing with Inside Daisy Clover this week.
Stay Tuned for Gregory Peck Month in July. Our movie of the week series has become an all time favorite for members. So be sure to relax and enjoy a movie and while taking in a movie.
Mizell Senior Center is seeking a sponsor for our Movie of the Week. This is a great opportunity to help market your business. Contact Jack Newby at 760-323-568
9 x118 for details.
Movie of the Week is every Thursday
at 10:00AM. The Movies are free and so is the popcorn!! Come on down and enjoy a movie...and have a delicious lunch afterwards. This is a great way to catch-up on some classic movies and enjoy meeting new friends at Mizell.
June 29 Inside Daisy Clover (1965)
When teenager Daisy Clover rises from beach-dwelling obscurity to Hollywood celebrity overnight, she quickly discovers that the glitter of 1930s-era Tinseltown hides a dark side of exploitation and fear. Now she must learn to smile for the cameras as she navigates the twisted world of manipulative studio executives, empty relationships and disintegrating mental health.
Starring:
Natalie Wood
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Christopher Plummer
~ Ruth Gordon ~
Robert Redford
Be sure to stop by for a movie, catch up on the films of this nostalgic time and enjoy
fun movies and meet fellow movie buffs. For information, call Mizell at 760-323-5689.
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Widows or Widowers
Join In With This Active Social Club
Widows and Widowers meets every Monday at Mizell Senior Center
at  10:00AM. This active Social Club is for individuals who are ready to begin exploring new opportunities in life. In addition to the weekly meetings at Mizell, the group often meets for lunch, pot-lucks and outings to remain active and social. There are also two happy hour mixers each month on the second and fourth Wednesday at various locations. Non-alcoholic drinks are always available at the mixers. The June meetings will conclude with:
June 26:
Gilda's: Now & Future - April Danig
Be sure you check-out what this club has to offer and maybe make some new friends along the way.
Everyone who is interested is welcome to attend the Monday meetings. You are invited to attend the group three times at no cost.
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The Laughter Clinic Continues at Mizell
Laughter is the Best Medicine
The Laughter Clinic is returning to Mizell on Tuesday, June 27th at  5:30PM. Have fun and get in a laugh or two during these two hour classes. Whether you're guffawing at a sitcom on TV or quietly giggling at a newspaper cartoon, laughing does you good. Laughter is a great form of becoming healthier and happier . . . and that is no joke!! According to the Mayo Clinic, Laughter can stimulate many organs, relax you, and reduce stress. It can even strengthen your immune system and relieve pain and anxiety. Join Jonathan Goldman of "The Improv Oasis" for The Laughter Clinic and join in the fun! Start beginning to explore your inner creativity and spontaneity. Improvisation opens your imagination and promotes the making of positive choices. Learn skills for enhancing your awareness and ability to handle life's situations by playing games in a supportive environment. Come play, learn, and have fun!! Cost is $7.00 for members paid in advance and $10.00 for non-members per class or paid at the door. Be sure to wear sensible shoes and comfortable clothing for ease of movement. For information or to sign-up, visit the Mizell ticket window.
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Improve My Balance - New Classes & Schedule
Keep Up Your Exercise and Help Prevent a Devastating Fall
Check out the new class schedule for Improve My Balance. During the Summer months, the Wednesday class will be combined with our Tuesday afternoon exercise class for a Tuesday afternoon Improve My Balance class. Do you find it difficult to stand for a long period of time? Is your
balance less than it  used to be? Do you tire easily by performing a simple task? Then join us for our one hour intensive balance and coordination class taught by Dr. Marc Eisman, D.C. and Stephen Matthews, D.C. This class uses specialized equipment and methods based on evidence based programs that are globally recognized. Improve My Balance Classes meet Wednesday and Friday mornings from 10:00AM to 10:45AM and Tuesday afternoons from 4:00PM to 4:45PM . The Improve My Balance Classes are a part of our comprehensive exercise and overall Fall Prevention programming. Cost for the classes are 10 sessions for $40 for Members and $60 for non-members. After 10 sessions, two are free. Drop-ins are welcome: $4.00 for Members and $6.00 for Non-members.. Be prepared to have fun, be challenged and Improve Your Balance. A devastating fall could rob you of your retirement years and your independence. Learn how to remain active and independent. For information visit www.mizell.org or call 760-323-5689.
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Tai Chi for Health
Ongoing Classes at Mizell Senior Center
Mizell Senior Center has regular Tai Chi classes led by Tai Chi Master,
 Neal Arida, who teaches the Yang Family Long For 108 along with Qigong Organ Exercises. You can learn and practice these ancient Chinese arts of health restoration and self defense, by combining breath control with rhythmic, slow-moving choreographed body movements. We offer two levels of classes:
Beginning Tai Chi on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 2:00PM. This class begins with learning standing postures, breath control and body movement. Exercises will be tailored to your abilities and limitations.
Intermediate/Advanced Tai Chi offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 3:00PM moves to the next level where you learn to enhance vitality, improve overall health,reverse aging, clear your mind and lift your spirits through Qigong. Health benefits of Tai Chi include improved balance, improved circulation, the lowering of blood pressure, increased flexibility, better balance and enhanced breathing. Classes are $35/month for members and $65/month for non-members. Drop-in rates are $10.00 for members and $15.00 for non-members. For more information, visit our website at mizell.org or call 760-323-5689 x107.
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Community Events and Happenings
Pride Open House:
Join Mizell Business Partner Stonewall Gardens  as they commemorate the anniversary of the Stonewall Riots at the Stonewall Gardens Pride Open House on Wednesday, June 28, 2017 at 2:00PM. The event is open to the public and will feature as Keynote Speaker, Lisa Middleton. Lisa Middleton is the Palm Springs Planning Commissioner and a significant voice in the community about transgender rights, will discuss her history, how it that relates to her own transgender experiences, why the current transgender rights issue is important to the LGBT community as a whole, and how the community is stronger together. Stonewall Gardens is located at 2150 N. Palm Canyon drive in Palm Springs. You can RSVP by calling 760-832-5428 or via email at LKabakoff@NorthstarSL.com.
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Mizell Senior Center Calendar ~ Check for Updates
New Classes and Activities to Keep You Active and Healthy
"Baby It's HOT Outside." Summer is here and Mizell has some great activities and programs to keep you busy during the summer months. We have a lot in store for you in new classes and activities that will keep you out of the house and COOL in our air conditioned building.
We have a calendar of upcoming courses and classes that can help you live life to the fullest, meet new friends and do those things you "have always wanted to do." With the warmer months now upon us, you can keep active and involved at Mizell and take a computer class, get the latest medical updates, take in a film in our Documentary Film Series or enjoy our music program. You can learn Yoga, take a computer class, or even learn Tai Chi. C
heck out our calendar and you are sure to find something that interests you.You can also participate in one of our 22 weekly exercise classes, or enjoy playing Bingo on Monday. Our classes, delicious lunches, and exercise programs are a great way to learn new things, stay active and have fun. When you finish your class or activity at Mizell, you can shop at Aunt Betty's and find a good bargain. Take advantage of our member discounts whenever you sign up for one of our classes - it is a big discount and adds value to your membership. Take a look at our monthly calendar and you are sure to find something to keep you active, or just have fun.
Our exercise classes include, Tai Chi Classes, Zumba Gold, Fit After 50, Chair Yoga, and a whole lot more!! Mizell is THE place to stay active all year around. Our schedule of classes and activities are always being updated, so be sure to keep an eye out for your favorite program. Also, you can meet friends for lunch, take part in classes and have fun to boot!! Stop by Mizell and see what we have to offer. You are sure to find something that interests you. Check out our calendar for blood pressure checks, vision testing, hearing testing and more. We can't possibly include everything that is happening at Mizell in our Newsletter. For an update on current happenings, just "click" on the calendar above. The calendar is in the left side of our web page. You can find out detailed information on each event and class offering for the day or upcoming month. For questions on specific programs, you can call at 760-323-5689. We hope to see you soon!!
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A Message From Our Executive Director
 Welcome to Summer in the desert! We have started off with a heat wave and encourage you to come by Mizell and stay COOL in our air conditioned building while you save on your air conditioning costs. If you are doing Summer Cleaning and looking to clean your closet or garage, be sure to bring your donations to Aunt Betty's Attic. It is an easy way to support our Meals on Wheels Program and another way to help out Mizell. We can keep you busy at Mizell with our always changing calendar of classes and activities. You can keep active in our ongoing Improve My Balance Classes, enjoy our Laughter Clinic, or learn new computer skills. At Mizell, you can listen to some music, take in a documentary movie or take a Yoga class. Check out our new offerings in the Behrend Computer Learning Center or attend the Widows or Widowers social club on Monday. If you enjoy film, we have a weekly film series complete with popcorn. Be sure to look out for some informative upcoming medical seminars from Desert Regional Medical Center and Eisenhower Medical Center. You will want to include us in your plans for the coming months with new Tai Chi Classes or
, you can try your luck and have fun in our Monday Bingo Games with cash prizes, lot's of fun and gifts . . . which is a great way to enjoy an afternoon and meet new friends. There are fun Zumba and Improve My Balance classes to keep you active along with Yoga and Tai Chi. Then you can relax and take time out for lunch in our Cafe 480. Take a look at our website calendar for the latest information at www.mizell.org.
We also feature regular blood pressure checks for your health and wellness.
We have updated program guides and flyers for our programs on site that explain how you can participate.
We hope you
enjoy all the programs and services
we have to offer and give them a try. You will find that Mizell is indeed the "Center for Active Adults." Spend some time with us and stay tuned for more exciting classes and programs coming up as we enjoy Summer and our wonderful desert weather.
For more information about Mizell Senior Center programs and services, our website is
www.Mizell.org
. Enjoy your week.
Ginny Foat
Executive Director
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| Mizell Wish List Mizell Senior Center has a few items on our "Wish List." If you or someone you know can donate any of these items, contact Jack Newby at 760-323-5689 x118. Thank You!! Hybrid Meals on Wheels Vehicle New Lobby Furniture Patio Furniture New or Slightly Used Office Furniture Dining Room and Meeting Room Chairs Conference Room Table and Chairs Office Reception Chairs Necessities for Meals On Wheels Clients For Detailed Information on the Wish List Click Here |
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