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November 2017
THE GUIDING LIGHT Guiding Delaware’s Seniors Into a Brighter Future
Frederica Senior Center
216 South Market St
Frederica, Delaware 19946
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www.fscnews.org Did you know you can read the Frederica Senior Center Guiding Light online at
www.FSCNEWS.ORG
Merry Christmas to everyone from the Frederica Senior Center Staff and the members of the Board.
The Frederica Senior Center will be Closed November 23 & 24 for Thanksgiving
GETTING TO KNOW YOU
by Doris Hoover
Nursing is not just an ART, it has a heART. Nursing is not for
everyone. It takes a very strong, intelligent, and compassionate
person to take on the ills of the world with passion and purpose.
Nurses are unique. Such is our person of the month. Patricia Ann
Nilsson is an extraordinary woman; born May 24, 1941, in Valley Stream, Long Island,
NY. Her father, William Schreiber, was a mechanic and her mother, Theresa, worked
for the NY Telephone Co. She has one sister and one brother. Pat attended the Val-
ley Stream Elementary and Jr. High School, graduating from Patehogue High School in
1959. She received her Registered Nursing degree from St. John’s Episcopal Hospital,
School of Nursing, Brooklyn, NY in 1962 thus received a position with the Good Sa-
maritan Hospital Medical Center in West Islip, NY. Not only did she receive honors
upon graduation but met a charming gentlemen on a blind date the same year. They
were married two years later, June 13, 1964, in Patchogue, NY. From this delightful and
loving marriage of 50 years, they had one girl, Lisa and two sons, Kenneth and Paul and
four wonderful granddaughters. Pat’s husband, Carl Ivar Nilsson was a veteran of the
US Navy and worked for Pam Am World Airways for 32 years. He passed April 26,
2014.
Pat, with her love and enthusiasm for nursing and a caring heart for the elder citi-
zen, was employed with the Day Break Mature Adult Care Modern Maturity Center,
Dover, DE retiring after eleven and half years. She is an active member of the Refor-
mation Lutheran Church, Milford devoting many hours to the Women’s League con-
structing the year’s programs and contributing to the knitting projects. She also holds
the office of Secretary to AARP, local chapter; and member to MSC and FSC. She says
she sincerely enjoys FSC for the friendliness and good food.
Favorites of our Lady of the Month are the color green, comfort foods, HGTV and
TLC. Big World, Small People and the Duggars Family are preferred TV shows. The
most enjoyable trip was to Hawaii. The most enjoyable trip in Delaware is to Long-
wood Gardens during the Christmas holiday. Southern Grill is a favorite restaurant to
enjoy a delicious dinner with friends, attending The Second Street Players Theater, Mil-
ford, and quiet time reading mystery books.
Words of Wisdom: “Smile and have a kind word for people.”
Please welcome this fascinating charming lady, Patricia Ann Nilsson with your friendly
smile. It is contagious.
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Our third annual Christmas dance, Saturday December 2nd 4pm-8pm
Great Holiday music, dancing, and great meal of hot roast beef,
creamed potatoes, buttered carrots, cole slaw, roll. BYOB, tickets
$10.00 per person No tickets will be sold at the door.
Beginning November 2,
Blood Pressure Screenings
will be done on the 1st
and 3rd Thursdays of the
month.
Thursday November 2
Sign Up at the Front Desk
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LUNCH IS SERVED MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY
NOON-12:45
FRIDAY NOON –12:30 UNLESS IT’S A SPECIAL MEAL
FREDERICA SENIOR CENTER DOES NOT SAVE OR RESERVE LUNCH
PLEASE DO NOT CALL AT LUNCH TIME TO SAVE YOUR LUNCH
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Veterans Day is an official United States public holi-
day, observed annually on November 11, that honors
military veterans; that is, persons who served in the
United States Armed Forces. It coincides with other
holidays, including Armistice Day and Remembrance
Day, celebrated in other countries that mark the
anniversary of the end of World War I; major hostilities
of World War I were formally ended at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the
11th month of 1918, when the Armistice with Germany went into effect. The
United States previously observed Armistice Day. The U.S. holiday was renamed
Veterans Day in 1954.
Veterans Day is not to be confused with Memorial Day, a U.S. public holiday in May;
Veterans Day celebrates the service of all U.S. military veterans, while Memorial
Day honors those who died while in military service.[1] It is also not to be
confused with Armed Forces Day, a minor U.S. remembrance that also occurs in
May, which specifically honors those currently serving in the U.S. military.
Come join us for lunch on Friday November 10th as we honor all
veterans that have serve this great Nation. Veterans eat for FREE!
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ITALIAN NATIVE MARY KENNEY INSTRUCTS BASIC ITALIAN
November Activities
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Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri
1
Ham or Turkey
Swiss
Chips
Dessert
2
Salisbury Steaks
Corn Mashed Potatoes
Gravy
Dessert
3
Salad Bar
Dessert
6
Stuffed Peppers
Salad
Bread
Dessert
7
Fried Chicken
Potato Salad
Baked Beans
Dessert
8
Pork Chops
Lima Beans
Au Gratin
Potatoes
Dessert
9
Bratwurst
Peppers/Onions
Rice
Dessert
10 Veterans Day
Ham
Cabbage
Potatoes
Dessert
13
Chicken & Tuna
Salad on a Roll
Macaroni Salad
Dessert
14
Tacos
Salsa/Chips
Refried Beans
Dessert
15 Thanksgiving
Turkey Green Beans
Stuffing
Mashed Potatoes
Gravy
Cranberry Sauce
Assorted Pies
16
Steamed &
Fried Shrimp
Potato Wedges
Cole Slaw
Dessert
17
Meatball Subs
Onion Rings
Dessert
20
Spaghetti
Salad
Garlic Bread
Dessert
21
Wings
Hush Puppies Stewed Tomatoes
Dessert
22
Cheeseburgers
French Fries
Pasta Salad
Dessert
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CLOSED
HAPPY THANKSGIVING
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CLOSED
BLACK
FRIDAY
27
Cheese Steaks
Potato Wedges
Dessert
28BIRTHDAY DINNER
Meatloaf
Broccoli
Mashed Potatoes
Gravy
Cake
29
Chili
Hot Dogs
Tater Tots
Dessert
30
Roast Beef
Green Beans
Mashed Potatoes
Gravy
Dessert
November Lunch Menu
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November 2017 Trips
Thursday Nov 2 Rainbow Theatre ($56.00) “Sex Please, We’re Sixty”
Wednesday Nov 8 Trader Joes Friday Nov 17 Buddy’s Hide-away
Tuesday Nov 14 Shady Maple (S10.00) Tuesday Nov 14 Ronnies World Tuesday Nov 21 Loblolly Farm
Thursday Nov 30 Winterfest of Lights (15.00)
December 2017 Trips Tuesday Dec 5 Longwood Gardens (30.00) Wednesday 6 Dec Sight & Sound ($90.00)
“Miracle of Christmas” Wednesday Dec 13 New York City ($100.00)
“Self Guided Tours” Friday Dec 15 Buddy’s Hideaway
MAY 2018 Visit Maine
September 2018 Virginia Beach & Colonial Williamsburg
Trips Must Be Paid For At Sign-up
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Good Food & Good
Friends on trips with
Frederica Senior
Center
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No Newsletter in your mailbox? Just a reminder the
December Newsletter will be the last one mailed to
our members. You will still be able to pick up a copy
from the Center and it will be on-line. Just go to
www.fscnews.org. You will find the newsletter, lunch
menu, upcoming trips and a lot more. This has been
determined to be a cost saving action because of our
20% cut in Grant-in-Aid. Still want to get it in the
mail? Just come in and fill out a form, the cost is
$5.00 a year.
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Frederica Senior Center, Inc.
Educational and Cultural Programs
Professionals from the community visit the Center to inform the members and offer a variety of services free of charge for issues like
Health, Legal, Consumer issues and much more!
Membership
The Frederica Senior Center is open to anyone 50+ or disabled, veterans regardless of race, creed, national origin, or gender. An ap-
plication must be completed and submitted to the corporation. At that time, a fee of $25.00 for annual membership dues is also
required. This fee is renewed every July 1st.
Nutritious Meals
Come enjoy our delicious meals, cooked at our Center each day. Meals are served buffet style Monday-Friday at noon for a minimal
donation of $5.00 per member, $8.00 non-member.
Social and Recreational Activities
The Center offers a variety of activities which include: daily craft-making classes, our game and social rooms are open daily for pool
playing, card games, table games, puzzles, etc. Weekly Bible study, shopping, recreational and cultural trips, various crafts, quilting,
walking and much more.
Transportation
A daily pickup is offered Monday-Friday to transport members to and from the Center, as well as social, recreational and shopping
trips. The center has two buses, each equipped with a wheel chair ramp and handicapped equipment. If you are in need of this service
please contact us for availability.
Outreach Program
Our Outreach Coordinator is a mediator between the center and the community. Persons needing assistance with food, shelter, med-
ical bills, or any other assistance please call our Outreach Coordinator.
Board of Directors
Ken Ryder President
Rev William Downing 1st Vice President
Herb Konowitz 2nd Vice President
Sam Beyard Treasurer
Marvin Lands Secretary
Telford Rager Member at Large
Members: Charles Shinefuss, Tom Mosley,
Ron Papineau, Melvin Dernberger, Adrena Vann
Membership Representative: Mae Maloney
Volunteer Receptionist:
Mary Bookhultz, Pat Anderson, Sybil Hoover,
Art Titus, Barbara Young
Staff
Renee Hoffman Executive Director
Ray Harris Office Manager
Cathy Mosley Activities Coordinator
Cindie Trader Outreach Director
Kimberly Jester Manager/Lead Cook
Billie Hoffman Assistant Cook
Michelle Phinazee Kitchen Assistant
Myra Jones Kitchen Assistant
Mert Mullen Bus Driver
Sonny Lomax Bus Driver
Roy Bookhultz Bus Driver
Ricky Maddox Bus Driver
Betty Flemming Crafts Coordinator
Daniel Jones Sanitation Engineer
Mae Maloney Receptionist (Volunteer)
Trish Lomax Receptionist (Volunteer)
Gloria Butts Social Coordinator
Frederica Senior Center’s Mission Statement
Founded in 1974, the Frederica Senior Center was built on the need to combat the debilitating effects of geographical
isolation of the elderly residing in Frederica, Magnolia, Felton, North Bowers Beach and rural surrounding areas in Delaware.
Our goal is to provide a hot home-cooked nutritious meal daily; social; recreational and educational activities;
transportation to and from the Center; and Outreach services.
If you or someone you know has a need or would like to visit our Center, please feel free to call us (302) 335-4555 or
(302) 335-1770. Our hours of operation are Monday through Friday 8:00am to 2:00pm,
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Senior Olympic or Fort Delaware,
you will always find something to do
when you come to the
Frederica Senior Center