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PAID HAMBURG, NY

PERMIT NO. 403

TOWN OF HAMBURG

THE PRIME TIMES Dept. of Youth, Recreation & Senior Services, 4540 Southwestern Blvd., Hamburg NY 14075

646-0665

www.hamburg-youth-rec-seniors.com

OFFICE HOURS: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. FITNESS ROOM: 7 a.m. - 4 p.m. Monday - Friday

AUGUST 2019 SUPERVISOR

James Shaw

COUNCILMEMBERS

Tom Best Jr.

Beth Farrell

Michael Mosey

Michael Petrie

Director

Martin C. Denecke

Deputy Director

Joseph P. Wenzel

Sr. Recreation Supervisor

Joseph S. Pietras

Recreation Supervisor

Marc C. Collins

AARP Smart Driving Course Schedule

Courses are offered to those who are 50 years

of age and older. The cost for AARP members is

$20 and for non-members is $25. Dates are listed

below:

Aug. 5 & 6, 6—9 p.m.

Aug. 13 & 14, 1:30—4:30 p.m.

Aug. 21 & 22, 9 a.m.—noon

Sept. 5 & 6, 9 a.m.—noon

Sept. 11 & 12, 1:30—4:30 p.m.

Sept. 16 & 17, 1:30—4:30 p.m.

PRE-REGISTRATION IN PERSON AT HSCC IS

REQUIRED FOR THESE CLASSES.

Classes are held at Hamburg Senior Community

Center, 4540 Southwestern Blvd., Hamburg.

Those completing the course qualify for a discount of

up to 10 percent for 3 years on their automobile liabil-

ity and collision insurance and a 4-point reduction on

their driver’s license for accrued moving violations.

Who wants to maximize their health and enjoy every

moment for the rest of their life?

If you answered “I do,” please register today for our

Aging Mastery Program. The fall session runs from Oct.

2—Dec. 4, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the HSCC.

AMP combines goal-setting, daily practices and peer

support to help us make meaningful changes in our lives.

AMP was created by the National Council on Aging and is

promoted by the New York State Office for Aging and the

Erie County Dept. of Senior Services. AMP’s goals in-

clude assisting participants to increase social connected-

ness and physical activity levels, improve healthy eating

habits, review advanced planning and adopt healthy be-

haviors. Free snacks are included.

AMP GRADS—Pictured are a past class of AMP gradu-

ates. They are, from left: Seated: Carolyn Dellamore, Sally

Benedict and Linda Hirsch. Standing: Judi Grzegorczak,

Ken Wickett, Joan Wickett, Pat Sepull, Frances Ziemer,

Alicia Cordero and teacher Pam Rost.

Fall Aging Mastery Program starts Oct. 2

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Painting with Terry Walkowski August dates set

Join artist Terry Walkowski to create and take home

your own beautiful work of art. The class is scheduled

for Thursday, Aug. 22 from 2:15 to 5 p.m. and Friday,

Aug. 23 from 11 a.m. to 1:15 p.m.

The theme is “Under the Sea.”

The fee is $10. Register at the

Seniors Desk.

Bike Patrol

Aug. 9—Pautlers to Akron Aug. 23—Sheridan Drive to the Canal

Foot Patrol

Aug. 2—Lewiston Village

Aug. 16—Sprague Brook Park

HEALTH BENEFITS OF HIKING

Lower stress levels, improved mood &

enhanced mental wellbeing A reduced risk for heart disease Lower blood pressure Lower cholesterol readings Improved control over a healthy weight Lower body fat Improved bone density Improved osteoarthritis outcomes Increases in flexibility & coordination A better quality of life Enhanced relationships with friends &

family

Bridge players are welcome....

Bridge players are wanted at the HSCC.

We play every Tuesday, 12:30 to 3:30

p.m. in the Hobby Room of the Senior

Community Center.

Stop in any Tuesday or contact Jane at

867-0984 or email Cathy at chetzler@roadrunner.com.

Experienced pinochle players who would like to learn

to play Bridge are encouraged to sign up for an Intro-

ductory Bridge Class.

When there are enough people

(8-12) interested in attending, a

class may be formed.

56th Annual Eden Corn Festival

August 1-4, 2019

CONCERT - Village of Hamburg

Memorial Park (Lake & Union Streets)

Wednesday, August 8

7 p.m.

Hamburg Village Band

180th Annual Erie County Fair August 7 - 18, 2019

Regular Admission: Seniors (60+): $9

Pre-sale Admission (at Tops): $5

(Parking each day: $5)

Gate Specials

Ch. 2 Opening Day, Wed., 8/7, $5 admission

OR, FREE Admission with a 2 canned food donation

to the Food Bank of WNY!

Veterans Day • Sun., 8/11, FREE Admission

for Veterans, Active Military and Auxiliary members

with proper ID

Ch. 7 Day • Tues., 8/13, $5 Admission

Ch. 4 Day • Thurs., 8/15, $5 Admission

Early Morning, weekdays, $7 Admission

(before 11 a.m. every weekday, M - F)

Please Note: iPad/iPhone classes will resume

in September.

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ATHOL SPRINGS

Mondays, 6 p.m.

WANAKAH SENIORS

Tuesdays, 1 p.m.

HAMBURG SENIORS Thursdays, 1 p.m.

107 Prospect Ave., Hamburg

SOWLES SENIORS

Fridays, 1:30 p.m.

Come and Play Games with our Senior Social Clubs! Meetings are at Senior Community Center (4540 Southwestern Blvd.) except Hamburg Seniors

Hand & Foot Pokeno

Board Games

AUGUST 2019 Program Highlights

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

1

2

Sowles Seniors

1:30 pm

5

AARP Driver Class

6 pm

6

Mah Jong 9:30 am

Bridge 12:30 pm

Wanakah Snrs. 1 pm

AARP Driver Cl. 6 pm

7

HIICAP

10 am

Asian M. Jong

12:30 pm

8

9

Sowles Seniors

1:30 pm

12

13

Mah Jong 9:30 am

Bridge 12:30 pm

Wanakah Snrs. 1 pm

AARP Driver Cl.1:30 pm

14

Asian M. Jong

12:30 pm

AARP Driver Cl.

1:30 pm

15

16

Sowles Seniors

1:30 pm

19

20

Mah Jong 9:30 am

Bridge 12:30 pm

Wanakah Snrs. 1 pm

21 Asian M. Jong

12:30 pm

AARP Driver Cl. 9 am

22

Painting Class

2:15 pm AARP Driver Cl.9 am

23

Painting Class

11 am Sowles Snrs.

1:30 pm

26

27

Mah Jong 9:30 am

Bridge 12:30 pm

Wanakah Snrs. 1 pm

28

HIICAP 10 am

Asian M. Jong

12:30 pm

29 30

Sowles Seniors

1:30 pm

DAILY PROGRAMS

Fitness Room 7 am - 4 pm Nutrition 12 Noon (M-F) Open Swim 8:45 am (M,W,F), Noon (F) 1:30 (M&W), 2 pm (T&Th) 6:30 pm (T & Th)

Southtowns Womens Friendship Club

1st Thursday/month, 6:30pm, HSCC (Dining Room) - Guests Welcome.

* No meetings - June, July & August *

Pickle Ball Mon. & Wed. 12:15 - 2:45 pm Fridays 11:30 - 2:45 pm Sundays 6 - 9 pm

$3/session, $15/month Doubles Play

Caregivers Support Group

2nd Monday/month, 7pm, Elderwood at Hamburg, 5775 Maelou Dr.

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4th Tues./month, 1pm, Peregrine Senior Living @ Orchard Park, 101 Sterling Dr.

BINGO

SilverSneakers® Classic Designed to increase muscular strength, range of motion and activities of daily living skills. A chair is offered for support, if necessary. Resident $20/2 days Non-Resident $25/2 days

Abs, Back/Strengthening Keep your bones strong, your stride long & your back healthy by doing these exercises that concentrate on your Core (abs, back & hips). Resident $20/2 days Non-Resident $25/2 days

Yoga Increase flexibility, strength & breath through the method of Hatha Yoga. Resident $20/2 days Non-Resident $25/2 days

Qigong Increase energy & improve mood through breathing techniques, gentle movement and meditation. Resident $20/2 days Non-Resident $25/2 days

ACE (Anyone Can Exercise) Manage your Arthritis through movement. Exercises include chair aerobics, strength training/balance and gentle stretching. Resident $20/2 days Non-Resident $25/2 days

Strength & Stability Body strengthing, flexibility and improving balance. Resident $20/2 days Non-Resident $25/2 days

Total Fitness Overall workout for flexibility, strength, cardio, involving floor-mat work. Resident $20/2 days Non-Resident $25/2 days

Yoga for Arthritis Designed to increase joint flexibility and reduce pain; overall well-being. Resident $20/2 days Non-Resident $25/2 days

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MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

Aqua Strength 8 a.m.

Abs/Back Strengthening 8:30 a.m.

Aqua Strength 8: a.m.

Abs/Back Strengthening 8:30 a.m.

Aqua Strength 8 a.m.

Qigong 8 a.m.

SilverSplash® 8:30 a.m.

Qigong 8 a.m.

SilverSplash® 8:30 a.m.

Tai Chi 9 a.m.

SilverSneakers® Classic 9 a.m.

SilverSneakers® Classic 9 a.m.

Yoga 10 a.m.

Total Fitness 10 a.m.

Yoga 10 a.m.

Total Fitness 10 a.m.

Cardio Lite 10 a.m.

Aqua Aerobics 10, 11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m.

Aqua Aerobics 10,11:45 a.m., 1, 5:45 p.m.

Aqua Aerobics 10, 11:30 a.m.,12:30 p.m.

Aqua Aerobics 10, 11:45 a.m., 1, 5:45 p.m.

Aqua Aerobics 10 & 11:15 a.m.

Cardio Lite 11 a.m.

Strength & Stability 11:30 a.m.

Cardio Lite 11 a.m.

Strength & Stability 11:30 a.m.

Yoga for Arthritis, 4:30 p.m. (Sowles Road)

ACE 2 p.m.

Yoga for Arthritis, 4:30 p.m. (Sowles Road)

ACE 2 p.m.

SilverSplash® Improve your agility, flexibility and cardiovascular endurance while performing shallow water moves in this fun class. Non-Member Resident $23/2 days Non-Member Non-Resident $28/2 days

Aqua Strength & Core and Aqua Aerobics Both classes are designed to add strength to the whole body. The Core class concentrates on the Core (muscles of the back, stomach & hips). Resident $23/2 days or $33/3 days Non-Resident $28/2 days or $40/3 days

Open Swim Program (M,W, F 8:45 a.m.; M,W 1:30 p.m.; T,Th 2 p.m.; F noon; T,Th 6:30 p.m.). The water temperature is set at 90 degrees for pool walking, stretching & leisure swimming. Resident $15/month Non-Resident $20/month

Aquatic Fun in Therapeutic Pool

Cardio Lite This whole body workout starts with low impact aerobics and then followed by muscle strengthening and stretches. Resident $20/2 days or $25/3 days Non-Resident $25/2 days or $30/3 days

Fitness Gym (M-F 7 a.m. - 4 p.m.) Staff is available for instruction on the use of the equipment. - treadmills, exercise bikes, weights, ellipticals, and more. (excludes classes) Resident $15/month Non-Resident $20/month Annual Fee - Fitness Room only $175/year Annual Fee* (residents only) $200/year * also includes use of equipment at Town Park Fitness, parking sticker, ID card)

MONTHLY PROGRAM FEES (Private Pay)

All-inclusive Annual Fee: $230 ($290 for couples) - includes the

use of the fitness equipment, therapeutic pool, and any classes offered at HSCC. Residents Only: may also use equipment and go to classes at Town Park - includes parking sticker and ID. (excludes insurance plans).

Featured Trips Offered by Local Clubs (Note: trips are not only for members)

The Hamburg Adult Day Care Program offers assistance to care-givers who work or need relief from the daily demands of providing care. The program includes meaningful programs, case supervi-sion, meals, fitness programs and assistance with personal care. This program is open to individuals who are unable to attend tradi-tional Senior Center programs, including residents of other towns. Full days and half days are available.

Monday - Friday

9 a.m..—5 p.m. Town of Hamburg Adult Day Services

646-0255 4540 Southwestern Blvd., Hamburg

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Destination Dates Costs FOR MORE INFO, CALL …

Call for future trips

Boston Young at Heart

Call Margaret Edington at 649-9551

Call for future trips

Hamburg Seniors T.C., Suzanne 204-8084, Joyce 674-5098 (mtg.3rd Fri/month,1:30 p.m. Town Hall-7A/B)

Nashville Show Trip Sept. 23 - 28 $615 pp Friendly Travel Club Kathy, 980-6120, Barbara, 627-5275 Meet first Tuesday of the month.

Athol Springs Seniors/Know How Tours, Call Leonard at 627-3613.

Quebec City & Montreal by train.

Sept. 20-Oct. 4 $1,249 pp St. John Paul II Seniors, meet 2nd Weds. On 2nd Weds of the month at 1 p.m.

Fran, 648-7526; Sandy, 627-9625

Please support the Adult Day Services by purchas-

ing F.I.R.S.T. certificates worth $10 at participat-

ing restaurants.

The proceeds go towards entertainment.

We offer the van service for Hamburg residents, 55 years of age and older in need of transportation to various appointments and destinations. Our fleet consists of full-size passenger vans and wheelchair accessible vehicles.

Dispatch office hours: Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Reservations for MEDICAL appointments may be made up to one week in advance.

Reservations for non-medical appointments must be made 24 hours in advance.

For MEDICAL PURPOSES ONLY, we have minivans to go to destinations outside of Hamburg.

There is no van service on weekends and all town holidays.

Fees are determined by distance and type of vehicle (passenger van or wheelchair). Most fees are within $10 to $45, per round trip.

Wheelchair van operates within Town limits only.

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SOUTHTOWNS CHAPTER 1221 (NARFE)

National Association of Retired Federal Employees

Monthly Meetings:

Date: 2nd Thursday of month (Mar. - Jun., Sept. - Nov.)

Time: 1 - 4 p.m.

Place: Hamburg Sr. Community Center, 4540 Southwestern Blvd., classroom

For Information: Call Anthony Montoro, 549-5347.

NUTRITION PROGRAM (Meals are served at 12 noon)

Blasdell - Lilly Apartments, 36 Arthur Ave. Marie Hannen, 827-0245, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Hamburg - Creek Bend Heights, 25 Buffalo St. Pat Fitzgerald, 648-2414, 9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Hamburg Sr. Community Center - 4540 Southwestern Blvd.,

Karen Lake, 646-0096, 9: a.m. - 1 p.m.

Hot, well-balanced meals are available to those 60 years of age and older at three locations in the Town of Ham-burg. Reservations must be made one week in advance by Wednesday at 10 a.m.. Contributions are $3 for the meal.

MEALS ON WHEELS WESTERN NEW YORK

822-2002

This program offers 2 meals a day, 5 days a week to people who are 60 or older, disabled, home-bound, unable to do their own shopping or cooking, living alone or have little support. Delivery by a vol-unteer provides a daily check on the well-being of the recipient.

(HIICAP) HEALTH INSURANCE INFORMATION &

COUNSELING ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

One-on-one counseling is available through the Erie County Department of Senior Services. This program offers unbiased information and assis-tance regarding Insurance, supplemental policies, long term care insurance, assistance with filing claims and referrals to other professionals. For more information or to make an appointment, call 646-0665; Hamburg Senior Community Center, 4540 Southwestern Blvd., Hamburg.

VAN TRANSPORTATION

646-1666

FAMILY CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP

Date: 2nd Monday of the Month.

Time: 7—8:30 p.m.

6:30—7 p.m. for newcomers

Place: Elderwood at Hamburg

5775 Maelou Drive

(in Activity Room)

Facilitator: Jenny L. Osburn, RN

Have you been feeling frustrated, guilty, angry, grieved, depressed or unsure of yourself as a caregiver? You are not alone! This is a safe en-vironment to vent your feelings and learn more ways of coping with others who understand.