Mohler Matters

JULY 2017

All month long we will collect needed items for three local charities:

Hershey Food Bank

Love INC

Castaway Critters Look for collection containers in lobby. Details on needed items on page 3.

Fun events to celebrate the “season” include:

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From the Director's Desk

One year ago I was siting in a doctor’s office

getting life changing news...I have breast

cancer. I locked eyes with the doctor and

didn’t blink as she spoke of stage 2, been

there for years, missed in previous mammo-

grams, requiring surgery, maybe radiation

and chemo. I couldn’t look at my husband

for fear of losing my composure or seeing the

crushed look in his eyes. He told me later he

suspected this news, but the eternal optimist

in me was convinced all was normal.

Normal has taken on a whole new meaning.

Pretended it was a normal Friday as I drove

my kids to sports and play dates. Pretended

it was a normal Saturday as we drove 7 hours

to Tennessee for my daughter’s basketball

tournament. Pretended it was a normal week

as we cheered on our girl’s accomplishments

and celebrated victories with friends. But

then we came home and the pretending

stopped. We started fighting!

Exactly two months after diagnosis I had a

bilateral mastectomy. After four surgeries I

am (hopefully) done with the reconstructive

process. It was not an easy decision or

recovery but I have no regrets. The focus

now shifts from fighting cancer to ensuring it

never returns.

If this terrible diagnosis ever crosses my path

again, I want to look back and say I did all I

could to avoid it. I’ve changed the way I eat,

increased movement, decreased alcohol, less-

ened stress by saying goodbye to some toxic

people and vowed to focus my time and ener-

gy on my overall wellness.

‘Life’s too short” is my mantra. Too short

for needless worry and stress. Too short to

spend time with people who don’t make me

happy. Too short exerting energy on that

which does not bring me joy. I eat the good

food, drink the good wine (in moderation),

spend time with good people, and try to do

good every day.

I have been empowered in this fight with so

many supporters. The Board of Directors at

Mohler Center gave me all the recovery time I

needed to come back strong. My administra-

tive assistants covered the center’s operations

so I could focus on healing. Our wonderful

volunteers pitched in to help keep things run-

ning smoothly in my absence. And many of

the members told me stories of their own

cancer fights, gave me hugs, cooked me food,

and listened when I needed to talk. If anyone

needs to beat cancer, the Mohler Center is the

place to do it!

As I look back over this past year, there are

times I still can’t believe I fought breast

cancer. Other days I can think of nothing else.

This is my new normal!

Donate Now to Mohler Consignment Sale

Starting in July, Mohler Center will accept do-

nations of new and gently used clothing,

handbags, shoes, jewelry or other items of

interest. We will host monthly consignment

sales in the Mohler lobby on the first

Wednesday of each month as well as other

pop up sales throughout each month. Items

can be brought to the office during normal

business hours. Proceeds from the consign-

ment sale are used to fund the “Festive Fun

for Everyone” party held in December. For

more information, please contact Melissa.

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Coming Events

Monday, July 3 & Tuesday, July 4 —

Closed for Independence Day.

Friday, July 21—Summer Movie and

Munchies —11:00 AM. We will show

Beauty and the Beast (2017) at Mohler

Center. The free event requires reservations

by Tuesday, July 18.

Monday, July 24—”Holiday” Lunch with

White Elephant Gift Exchange—12:00

PM. Come enjoy lunch with

all the holiday favorites includ-

ing baked ham, candied sweet

potatoes, green beans, and des-

sert. Bring a wrapped gift

(value less than $10) to partici-

pate in the gift exchange. This free event re-

quires reservations by Thursday, July 20.

Tuesday, July 25—Frozen Hot Chocolate

and trivia in our lobby courtesy of Country

Meadows of Hershey—Drop in between

9:00—11:00 AM.

Wednesday, July 26—Christmas Cookies

in our lobby. Celebrate with friends and a

few cookies. If you would like to bake

cookies to donate, let us know.

Mohler Center is collecting

items all month as part of our

Christmas in July Celebration

Items of need:

Hershey Food Bank: Canned meat/stews, cereal, chunky soups, canned fruit, applesauce, baked beans, tuna, pancake mix & syrup, spaghetti & sauce, diapers (size 4 thru 6), adult depends (size med & large), gift cards to local supermarkets

Love INC: Flashlights, liquid hand soap, paper towels, disinfectant wipes, office supplies (tape, paper clips, sticky notes), feminine hygiene pads, body wash, laundry detergent pods, dish soap, household cleaner, shaving cream, razors, deodorant, baby wash

Castaway Critters: cat food & treats, dog food & treats, paper bowls, paper plates, paper towels, cat litter (clumping), small blankets for crates, washable pet beds, tall white garbage bags New items only. Let’s fill the bins in the lobby for our local community organizations!

Monthly Coordinators

Mah Jongg:

Helen Nixdorf (838-3853)

Intermediate Bridge:

Joyce Nolan (566-0657)

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5 *8:30 & 9:15 Tap Class *8:30 Pilates 10:00 Beginner Line Dance 10:30 Line Dance 12:30 Wii 1:00 Bingo *1:30 Zumba Gold *2:30 Chair Yoga 4:00 Silver Sneakers *6:00 Pilates

10 8:15 Silver Sneakers *8:30 Pilates 9:00 Board Meeting 10:30 Line Dance 12:30 Wii 1:00 Knitting 1:00 Penny Poker *1:30 Zumba Gold *2:30 Chair Yoga *6:00 Pilates

11 9:00 Tai Chi 10:05 Exercise 10:45 Strengthening w/ Sara 11:00 Yoga 12:15 Intermediate Bridge 12:45 Pinochle 1:00 Canasta 1:00 Music & Wellness 2:30 Ensemble Chorus

12 *8:30 & 9:15 Tap Class *8:30 Pilates 10:00 Beginner Line Dance 10:30 Line Dance 12:30 Wii 1:00 Bingo *1:30 Zumba Gold *2:30 Chair Yoga 4:00 Silver Sneakers *6:00 Pilates

17 8:15 Silver Sneakers *8:30 Pilates 10:30 Line Dance 12:30 Wii 1:00 Knitting 1:00 Penny Poker *1:30 Zumba Gold *2:30 Chair Yoga *6:00 Pilates

18 9:00 Tai Chi 10:05 Exercise 10:45 Strengthening w/ Sara 11:00 Yoga 12:15 Intermediate Bridge 12:45 Pinochle 1:00 Canasta 1:00 Music & Wellness 2:30 Ensemble Chorus

19 *8:30 & 9:15 Tap Class *8:30 Pilates 10:00 Beginner Line Dance 10:30 Line Dance 12:30 Wii 1:00 Bingo 1:00 Book Club *1:30 Zumba Gold *2:30 Chair Yoga 4:00 Silver Sneakers *6:00 Pilates

24 8:15 Silver Sneakers *8:30 Pilates 10:30 Line Dance *12:00 Christmas in July 12:30 Wii 1:00 Knitting 1:00 Penny Poker *1:30 Zumba Gold *2:30 Chair Yoga *6:00 Pilates

25 9:00 Tai Chi 10:05 Exercise 10:45 Strengthening w/ Sara 11:00 Yoga 12:15 Intermediate Bridge 12:45 Pinochle 1:00 Canasta 1:00 Music & Wellness 2:30 Ensemble Chorus

26 *8:30 & 9:15 Tap Class *8:30 Pilates 10:00 Beginner Line Dance 10:30 Line Dance 12:30 Wii 1:00 Bingo *1:30 Zumba Gold *2:30 Chair Yoga 4:00 Silver Sneakers *6:00 Pilates

31 8:15 Silver Sneakers *8:30 Pilates 10:30 Line Dance 12:30 Wii 1:00 Knitting 1:00 Penny Poker *1:30 Zumba Gold *2:30 Chair Yoga

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*8:30 & 9:15 Tap Class 9:00 Dolls 10:05 Exercise 10:45 Strengthening with Sara 11:00 Yoga 12:30 Scrabble 12:45 Pinochle 1:00 Tai Chi, Canasta, Color-ing 2:30 Ensemble Chorus

7 *8:15 Zumba Gold 9:00 Mah Jongg 10:00 Wii 10:00 Line Dancing

Mohler Center Closing at Noon

13 *8:30 & 9:15 Tap Class 9:00 Dolls 10:05 Exercise 10:45 Strengthening with Sara 11:00 Yoga 12:30 Scrabble 12:45 Pinochle 1:00 Tai Chi, Canasta, Color-ing 2:30 Ensemble Chorus

14 8:15 Zumba Gold 9:00 Mah Jongg 10:00 Wii 10:00 Line Dancing 12:45 Pinochle

20 *8:30 & 9:15 Tap Class 9:00 Dolls 10:05 Exercise 10:45 Strengthening with Sara 11:00 Yoga 12:30 Scrabble 12:45 Pinochle 1:00 Tai Chi, Canasta, Color-ing 2:30 Ensemble Chorus

21 *8:15 Zumba Gold 9:00 Mah Jongg *11:00 Movie & munchies

27 *8:30 & 9:15 Tap Class 9:00 Investment Club 9:00 Dolls 10:05 Exercise 10:45 Strengthening with Sara 11:00 Yoga 12:30 Scrabble 12:45 Pinochle 1:00 Tai Chi, Canasta, Color-ing 2:30 Ensemble Chorus

28 *8:15 Zumba Gold 9:00 Mah Jongg 10:00 Wii 10:00 Line Dancing 12:45 Pinochle

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Mohler Travel _____________________________________________________________________________________

War Paint on Broadway

Wednesday, November 8

Back to Broadway for the hot

new show, War Paint. Two-time

Tony award winning legends

Patti LuPone and Christine

Ebersole join forces to portray

the trailblazing cosmetic icons

who built empires in a business world ruled by men. War Paint tells the remarkable story

of Helena Rubinstein and Elizabeth Arden—fierce rivals who defined 20th century beauty.

In creating an industry, they reinvented themselves and revolutionized how the world saw

women. A Deluxe family style luncheon at world famous Carmines is included. Cost for

the day is $265 and reservation including payment is needed by July 31.

Tax Wrap up 2017

• Served a total of 1574 clients (12% increase from 2016)

• 90% of clients returned from last year

• $567,130 in total refunds processed

• Mohler Center took in over $8,000 in donations from the program

• Preparers and greeters logged over 1200 volunteer hours.

The Mohler Center thanks the AARP Tax-Aide Volunteers for 2017.

Preparers: Pricilla Bernola, Rick Elliott, Raquel Flake, Jerry Frola, Vera Greifer, Kay Gorse,

Janette Murray, Leslie Nagle. Lynn Neely, Charlie Rice, Anne Shadis, Rich Spitler, John

Sweeney, and Valjean West.

Greeters: Al Kaplin, Pat Nester, Luann Taschek, Dotty Wychock, and Carol Yakstis

Special thanks to Jerry Frola and Anne Shadis for giving their leadership and expertise to the

AARP Tax-aide program. After 20 years, Jerry is stepping back from the tax program to en-

joy a much deserved second retirement. Jerry has been a pleasure to work beside and had a

huge part in making the AARP Tax-Aide program at Mohler Center a shining example in the

state of PA!

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Mohler Travel

QVC and Kitchen Kettle Village

Monday, September 11 We embark on a fun day, starting with a trip to QVC studios, seeing

how products are sourced, tested and brought to life on air. We will

tour the large facility, possibly watch a live broadcast and spend time

in the studio store, where popular brands spotlighted on QVC are

available for purchase. From there we head to Kitchen Kettle Village

for a deluxe lunch at Kling House. After lunch we are treated to a

tasting tour of Kitchen Kettle Village including jam, cheese, birch

beer, wine and balsamic vinegar. We will enjoy free time shopping

and exploring at our leisure at the over 40 specialty shops and

hands on activities including buggy rides for an additional cost.

This fun day departs at 7:30 AM and returns at 6:00PM. Cost is

$110 and reservations are necessary by Friday, August 4.

Divine Design

Tuesday, October 24 Be inspired by the impressive works of Frank Lloyd Wright. Our first stop is the

Flight 93 Memorial future site of the “Crescent of Embrace”, designed to be a last-

ing remembrance of the courage and heroism from the passengers and crew of

Flight 93. We will then enjoy a luncheon at Oakhurst Tearoom. From there we en-

joy the Fall Foliage on our way to Fallingwater, a FLW masterpiece. This home is

dramatically cantilevered over a waterfall. Then off to the beauty of Kentucky

Knob, a high end Usonian home designed by FLW in the last decade of his career.

We will stop for dinner (at Hoss’s) in Bedford on the way home. This trip departs

Mohler Center at 6:00 AM and return home around 9:00 PM. Cost, which includes

motor coach transportation, lunch, escort and taxes is $150. Reservations are neces-

sary by September 22.

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Mohler Senior Center 25 Hope Drive Hershey, PA 17033

Dates to Remember

MOHLER SENIOR CENTER 25 Hope Drive

Hershey, PA 17033 Phone: (717) 533-2002

E-mail: information@mohlerseniorcenter.com Website: www.mohlerseniorcenter.com

The Mohler Senior Center strives to make a positive difference in the lives of any person in the greater Hershey Area who is fifty years or older. We provide a wide range of physical exer-

cise opportunities, games, travel, educational courses, and social and volunteer opportunities in a pleasant, safe, and welcoming atmosphere. Our goal is to insure that older citizens can stay physically active, mentally stimulated, and independent for as

long as possible.

The Mohler Senior Center is an independent, non-profit agency, depending solely on private funding and endowments to oper-ate. Although there is no formal dues structure, members are

expected to contribute a donation of at least $75 per year.

Jack Bishop:

President of the Board of Directors Melissa Weigle: Executive Director

Kim Reese: Administrative Assistant Jen Karcesky: Administrative Assistant

July 3 & 4—Closed

Friday, July 21—Movie & Munchies

Monday, July 24—Holiday Meal & Gifts

Tuesday, July 25—Frozen Hot Chocolate

Wednesday, July 26—Cookies in Lobby

* Donate Items to Consignment Sale *