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                           AUGUST 2008
Vol. 2008 Issue No. 8                                                                                   Published Monthly

WRIGHT ON
The news about our building expansion is much more positive this month. The bids from
architects have been received and the city may soon award a contract. Actually, by the time you
receive this, we hope that will have happened. Actual construction will, hopefully, begin in
November. Once the architect is on board, we can look for things to start moving much more
smoothly.

As what always happens with projects of this nature, some alterations to our original plans may
be necessary, but it is too soon to know for sure. The important thing is we do know that the
expansion will happen.

The city has applied for a grant to improve and expand the lot and we are hoping to hear the
results soon.

Once ground is broken, we would like to begin a membership drive. New members are needed
and welcomed. Please make an extra effort to welcome new members into your activities. Let
them know how happy you are to see them, so that when they leave they will be kicking
themselves for not having joined sooner!

                                                       Bill Wright, President

Editor's Note Update: On Monday, July 21st the Huber Heights City Council entered a
contract for the design of our building addition with Brightman & Mitchell Architects, Inc. at a cost
not to exceed $31,200. (See July 23rd Huber Heights Courier for full details.) Also, the grant
was approved last month for the parking lot expansion.

                                               Tom Brickner, Webmaster

HAWAIIAN LUAU/PIG ROAST
Enjoy the luau that will be held at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, August 16, with a pig catered by Silver
Lake. Get into the spirit and put a flower in your hair and dress colorfully to go along with the
Hawaiian theme. Entertainment will feature dancers, complete with grass skirts, from Jeanette
Popp School of Dance.

Tickets may be purchased for $5 each starting July 18. In addition, members should bring a dish
to share (at least 8-12 servings, please) and your own table service. A serving utensil for the
food you bring is not required; however, if you do bring one, please mark it with your name and
mark the dish and lid as well. Seating is limited to 110.

Members are encouraged to place food on the tables and not in the kitchen. A reduction in the
number of people in the kitchen is important for safety reasons and for the assigned crew to be
able to have room to work.

Next Social: carry-in dinner on October 17.

READY, SET, GO DIGITAL!
Digital TV Presentation
A TV broadcaster from Channel 2 will speak at the Huber Heights Senior Center at 12:30 p.m.
on August 27 to answer questions about the upcoming switch to digital television (DTV).

On February 17, 2009, all television stations will turn off their analog signal and broadcast in a
digital format only. Only those television sets with built-in digital tuners or those connected to
cable or satellite will continue to receive programming after February 17. All televisions receiving
only free local broadcasting will go static on this date. In Montgomery County, there are over
38,000 households at risk of losing their television signal.

This presentation will inform viewers of the steps they can take to guarantee that they will
receive digital broadcasting, which will provide them with clearer pictures, more channels and
better sound quality.

Please sign the interest sheet on the desk if you plan on attending. Open to seniors in the
community. The presentation will be approximately 30 minutes with time for questions and
answers. It may be beneficial to attend even if you have already made preparations so you can
ask specific questions you might have. Handouts will be available.

AARP DRIVER SAFETY COURSE
This AARP sponsored program consists of a classroom course to review current driving
requirements. It covers the normal changes in vision, hearing, and reaction time associated with
aging and provides practical techniques to compensate for these changes. There is an
emphasis on defensive driving practices, including left-hand turns and right-of-way situations
(the two major causes of crashes involving seniors). Other topics include how medications affect
driving, aggressive driver situations, car phones, and more. There are no tests. Some car
insurance companies offer a discount on premiums with proof of course completion.

Classes (2) will be held at the senior center from 8 a.m. to 12 noon on Thursday, August 28 and
again from 1-5 p.m. on Friday, August 29 (both sessions must be attended). Cost is $10 (checks
or cash) and due the first day of class, make check out to AARP and give to instructor. Please
be seated by 8 a.m. so class starts on time and does not delay the following activities.
Participants are requested to put tables and chairs away after class.

Any adult is eligible although the emphasis is on the older driver. To register, call or see the
receptionist. Last day to register is August 22. Minimum is 8 participants and the maximum is 24.
Woodcarvers: meet in craft room. Bridge & Euchre: please do not arrive before 12:30 p.m.; a
delay is possible if class runs late.

PINOCHLE
Members are welcome to drop in and play pinochle at 1 p.m. on the third Monday of each month.
There is room to seat 8 comfortably in the small room in the back. This will be held only once per
month so don’t miss this first opportunity on August 18!

SUMMER BUSINESS HOURS
Please call in the morning on Wednesdays and Fridays to find out how late the receptionist will
be here if you plan on coming over later that afternoon to conduct business such as buying
tickets, registering for classes and trips, joining/renewing membership, etc. This does not affect
regular afternoon activities such as cards, bingo, lunch, etc.
Receptionist Hours
Mon, Tues, Thurs: 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Wed & Friday: 9 a.m.- closing varies - call 1st

HEALTH SCREENINGS
Feel welcome to walk in for the following screenings. Open to seniors in the community.
August 11, 9:45 a.m: Blood pressure and blood sugar levels (no fasting required) checked by
staff from Springcreek Nursing and Rehabilitation.
August 27, 10:30-11:30: Blood pressure, blood sugar, and blood oxygen level by staff from
Senior Independence.

NIFTY KNITTERS & CROCHET CONNECTION
Please feel welcome to drop in at 1 p.m. on Mondays to enjoy knitting or crocheting. You may
work on your own project or learn a project from Joan Coff. She is available to teach beginners
and help those who are more advanced.

MOVIE AT CENTER
Mr. Hobbs Takes a Vacation, with James Stewart and Maureen O’Hare, will be shown at the
senior center at 1 p.m. on Friday, August 8. The movie runs just short of two hours. Please feel
welcome to bring your own folding chair with arm rests, snacks, beverage, etc. Get comfy and
enjoy this comedy about an extended family trying to have a fun vacation.

BUILDING FUND
The most recent building fund contribution includes a $500 donation by member Doris Watson.
A special thank you is extended to this donor!

If you are interested in contributing, please see the receptionist

MEETINGS
The Board of Trustees will meet at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, August 6.
The next General Membership Meeting will be at 12:30 p.m. on Friday, September 5.

CREATING COFFEE
Please use bottled water to make coffee until further notice. This water is to be used for coffee
only.

WELCOME
A warm and friendly welcome is extended to our new members:
Diana Latimore               Louise Moler
Mary Rodgers                Jean Maurer
Jeanne Mayer                Sylvia Lipsey
Total: 615 as of July 8

New members: please see the receptionist if you did not receive a welcome packet.

CHARITABLE DONATIONS
The senior center is a collection site for the following items that are donated to various
charities/causes: eyeglasses, used hearing aids, pop cans, pop can tabs, and items for our
troops in Iraq and Afghanistan.

BOOKS & BANTER
Members of the book group will meet at 12:30 p.m. on Friday, August 29, in the back room, to
discuss Luncheon of the Boating Party by Susan Vreeland. Books are on reserve at the Huber
Heights Library. Please call Priscilla at 233-7762 if you have any questions.

Many thanks go to Rosalee Johnson for serving as the previous book group coordinator.
Priscilla Pletzer will serve as the new coordinator. Approximately 10-12 people have been
meeting to discuss books and each member takes a turn selecting a book.