Senior News - Sanders County
Dixon
What a gorgeous day on this first of February! Bright sunshine, with puffy clouds--even the birds sound “springy”. I remember my pussy willows popping out in January one year--I’ll have to check on that! This was my favorite month, when I was a 3rd grade teacher. It’s so full of special days--Groundhog’s Day, Valentine’s, Presidents, Black History, Children’s Dental Health--lots of projects and art work.
Speaking of special events, the Dixon School Ski Club will have their Sweetheart Dinner on Feb. 14 from 5 to 7. at the school gym. The menu is roast beef, with special treats for each guest. Call the school at 246-3566, for reservations, or get them at the Senior Center when it’s open. All ages are welcome, so come for a nice time and dine with your family and friends. And see the students dressed to serve politely!
Barbara Cripps, was an enthusiastic spectator watching the Lady Vikings 7th grade girls’ basketball team win their 7th game in a row!. Granddaughter, Chauntay Cripps, plays with the girls from Dixon/Charlo. Way to go, girls!
The latest pinochle scores show Darlene Solomon as high scorer, and Jerry Halter with low score. Don Siers had the most double pinochles The door prize went to Ruby Mocabee. Joyce Siers was quite excited to share 1000 Aces (in one hand), with partner Darlene Solomon. We enjoy having the players stay for dinner on the 4th Monday, after playing.
Meals are served each Monday at five and noon on Thursdays. Cook Diane Groh came up with a real delight last week--Breakfast for lunch! The quiche and baked French toast were so delicious..I hope to see this on the menu more often! This week’s menu is:
Thurs. Feb. 7 Polish sausage/kraut
Mon. Feb. 11 Chicken enchiladas
Thurs. Feb. 14 (Valentine’s Day) Roast beef
Everyone is welcome. Take-outs are available. We’d love to see you there!
Martha Swonson, Secretary
Thompson Falls
It’s hard to believe that February is here already, and Valentines Day is right around the corner. It seems like new years was just last week. Our Center is making plans for a Silent Auction. We have had many nice things donated already. It is our hope that communities in the area will be able to stop in and look at our items. Some of the items donated are a 12 piece cookware set, a guitar, a Princess House trifle dish and many more surprises. Look for our flyers in the coming days.
We are fortunate to have the services available to help with your tax preparations. Our first two dates are Feb 12, and 26, from10AM -3PM. If you would like to make an appointment for this, please call 827-3457. We still have times available but they are filling up.
Our Bingo games are opening again. We are very happy to have this activity available again. If you would be interested in joining us, please contact one of our members.
Transportation is available if you wish to join us for one of our meals. Please call 800-246-5899 to arrange for this service. We will be offering an additional lunch on two Wednesdays this month. These are make-up meals for the past holidays. They will be held on Feb 6. Menu’s are as follows;
Lunches at 12 Noon Feb 5 Chicken and Dumplings
6 Breakfast Burritos (eggs, bacon, and sausage)
12 Soup and Sandwiches
Dinners at 6 PM Feb 7 Spaghetti
13 Roast
We hope to welcome you to our Center for any or all of our activities.
Nancy Gressang, Treasurer