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2000 Dodge Ram 9 passenger handicap van with wheelchair lift - new brakes, battery, computer, hoses, ac work, well maintained.  $5000 - call Barb at the center 623-465-0367 for more information

Holiday Gift Making Classes at the Senior Center

The New River Senior Center and Paradise Valley Community College, Continuing Education are offering  FOUR new Holiday gift making classes.  These classes are taught by Artisans with decades of experience under their belts. The instructors sell their artwork throughout Arizona and the nation, at art shows, fairs and on commission.  Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from the best!  

In two different gourd classes, students will learn how to make Gourd Ornaments and Angel Pins. The Gourd Ornaments class is from 9-11AM on 4 Tuesdays, 11/8-12/6 and Angel Gourd Pins is from 1-3PM on 4 Tuesdays, 11/8 – 12/6.

Beginning on November 10- December 8 (4 Thursdays), Chip Carved Icicles is from 9-11AM and Russian Leaf Beading Earrings is from 1-3PM.

The fee for each class is $59 and there will be a $10 materials charge for each class (call Barb at 623.465.0367 for info on materials/tool use).  All classes are held at the New River Senior Center, 48606 N. 17^th Ave, New River, AZ 85087.  It’s an adventurous drive through the Sonoran Desert to get there!

To register or for more information about the classes, go to http://www.pvc.maricopa.edu/ce/fall/arts.html or call 602.787.6800.  For more information on the Senior Center go to www.nrSeniorCenter.blogspot.com or call 623.465.0367.

Community Action Programs

Do you need assistance with you utility bills, rental assistance, eviction prevention, telephone assistance and more?  The Community Action Program, thru the Foundation for Senior Living will assist any income eligible person of any age in applying for these and other available program.  Call 623-979-3911 for an appointment and more information.

Benefits Assistance Program

Trained volunteers from Area Agency on Aging, Region One, will provide free assistance at the Kiwanis clubhouse in New River on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month from 9am until noon.  They will provide information about medicare and other health insurance benefits to seniors, the disabled and caregivers.  Medicare annual enrollment is from October 15 to December 7, 2011.  Bring with you a complete list of your current prescriptions and your red, white and blue medicare care.  No appointment is necessary at this time.  For more information please call 602-264-4357.

MEALS AND TRANSPORTATION

Lunch is available Monday thru Friday at Noon - with a reservation made at least one day in advance.  Donation $4.00.  Home delivered meals are available with approval through different social services or private pay.  Transportation to doctor's appointments - first come first served basis.  Transportation to and from the senior center on Monday, Wednesday and Friday with advance notice.  Please call for more information.

FLU SHOTS

Flu shots will be given on October 7th from 9am until 11am at the center,  Please call to get on the list.   623-465-0367.  All types of insurance plus medicare accepted.  Shots by Mullen Clinic

Community Yard Sale!

We are having a Community Yard Sale on October 8th at the Center and the Kiwanis Community Park from 7am until 1pm.  Spaces are still available for $20.  There will also be a pancake breakfast from 7am until 10am at a cost of $5 for adults and $4 for kids under 12.  For more information please call 623-465-0367 or 623-465-2641.  Please come out and support your community.

PVCC CE Classes at NRSC

You can register for classes on line at http://www.pvc.maricopa.edu/ce/index.php, by phone at 602 787 6800 or get a Fall 2011 Schedule and mail in your registration. 

Schedules are available at NRSC and throughout the community.  Request a schedule by emailing ce.online@pvmail.maricopa.edu or calling 602.787.6800

Wood Carving                                                 Instructor: Mary A. Langlois

Learn Wood Carving in four classes!  Learn techniques for creating a design, the importance of  its layout, and how to apply it.  Students will learn about wood carving tools and their use, and important safety tips.  Instruction style utilizes lecture, demonstration, hands-on practice and homework.  Understand and implement proper carving and sanding techniques, and gain knowledge about wood sealants and their application through this creative process.  By the end of each section, students will have successfully carved an ornate Boss-wood spoon or a Chip Carved Icicle! These make great gifts! 
All materials can be purchased from the instructor prior to class, and will cost approximately $10, or you can purchase your own. Please contact Barb at 623.465.0367 to purchase. For materials list, go to: http://www.pvc.maricopa.edu/ce/materials.html

Spoon Carving
Subject: Cont_ed # 100-10292
#44009                        Oct 6 - 27                    9-11am           
Fee: $59                      4 Thursdays                NEW RIVER SENIOR CENTER
Chip Carved Icicle
Subject: Cont_ed # 100-10298
#44553                        Nov 10 – Dec 8            9-11am           
Fee: $59                      4 Thursdays                 NEW RIVER SENIOR CENTER

Gourds 101                                                                  Instructor: Connie Neeley
           Have fun making crafts from gourds!  Students will learn about medium preparation, safety tips, as well as how to design and apply patterns.  Let your imagination run wild as you learn how to embellish your masterpieces with beads and feathers.  Students will learn how to create several pieces including tribal masks, holiday ornaments from gourds!  Instruction style utilizes demonstration and student participation in a hands-on atmosphere. All materials can be purchased from the instructor prior to class, and will cost approximately $10, or you can purchase your own.  Please contact Barb at 623.465.0367 to purchase.  No class November 22nd.  For materials list: http://www.pvc.maricopa.edu/ce/materials.html
Subject: Cont_ed # 100-10293
Mini Masks
#44012                        Oct 4 - 25                    9-11am           
Fee: $59                      4 Tuesdays                 NEW RIVER SENIOR CENTER
Holiday Gourds
#44014                        Nov 8 – Dec 6              9-11am           
Fee: $59                      4 Tuesdays                  NEW RIVER SENIOR CENTER

Gourd Basics                                                                Instructor: Nancy Gnepper
Learn to sand paint on gourds.  Create decorative conversation pieces for your home, work, or as a gift.  Students will also use wax linen to create and embellish gourd angel pins.  Students will learn about wood carving tools and their use, and important safety tips. Instruction style utilizes demonstration, hands-on, and one-on-one assistance to help students achieve desired results. All materials can be purchased from the instructor prior to class, and will cost approximately $10, or you can purchase your own. Please contact Barb at 623.465.0367 to purchase.  No class on November 22nd. Materials list go to http://www.pvc.maricopa.edu/ce/materials.html
 Subject: Cont_ed # 100-10294
Sand-painted Gourds
#44016                        Oct 4 - 25                    1-3pm
Fee: $59                      4 Tuesdays                  NEW RIVER SENIOR CENTER
Angel Pins
#44017                        Nov 8 - Dec 6               1-3pm
Fee: $59                      4 Tuesdays                  NEW RIVER SENIOR CENTER

Unique Beading                                                            Instructor: Trudy Dillard
Learn basic bead techniques, bead materials and colors, to Bezel a bead, bead weaving and how to combine small pieces into larger pieces.  You will learn to create pendants, earrings, hair clips and Russian leaves.  These make wonderful holiday gifts!  All materials can be purchased from the instructor prior to class, and will cost approximately $10, or you can purchase your own.   Please contact Barb at 623.465.0367 to purchase.  No class on November 24th.  For material list go to: http://www.pvc.maricopa.edu/ce/materials.html
Subject: Cont_ed # 100-10295
Flower Earrings
#44019                        Oct 6 - 27                    1-3pm
Fee: $59                      4 Thursdays                 NEW RIVER SENIOR CENTER
Russian Leaf Earrings
#44021                        Nov 10 – Dec 8            1-3pm
Fee: $59                      4 Thursdays                 NEW RIVER SENIOR CENTER

New River Senior Center & PVCC Continuing Ed!

A new collaboration between Paradise Valley Community College Continuing Education and our New River Senior Center is announced!  Our own Mary Langlois, Connie Neeley, Nancy Gnepper and Trudy Dillard will be teaching the "Artisan Crafters" Series here at the Senior Center.  Beginning in October classes in carving, gourd crafts and beading will begin.  There will be 8 courses to choose from, each running 4 weeks. Each of these hands-on classes will show you unique gift ideas for the Holidays!
More details will be available in the Fall 2011 Schedule for Continuing Education available the second week in August or online at http://www.pvc.maricopa.edu/ce/ the same week.  The Community is invited to enroll for these classes through PVCC.
This is a new and exciting opportunity for our members and the community to get to know each other a little better! So tell everyone you know!

Greetings From Barb!

Welcome to our new blog.  We hope this blog will keep you informed on world events, show you some videos of seniors to entertain you and most importantly, keep you up to date on what's happening at the New River Senior Center.  The blog address is http://www.nrseniorcenter.blogspot.com/    Tell your family and friends to put the address on their "favorites" list on their computers.  On this blog you can view videos of seniors singing, dancing and being funny, international senior centers and funny pets.  You can also catch up on the latest news from CNN, BBC and NPR (just click on the initials under the "In the World" section.
Join us at our beautiful facility with amazing desert views, cool indoor setting with an outdoor covered patio and barbque area, walking path and desert gardens.
Much more later.
Barb