St. Ignatius for Nov. 8, 2023
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ST. IGNATIUS — Now that we are going to get some snow and you need something to keep you busy and in a warm place, come and pick up a book to read or a puzzle to put together. We have many and are willing to share.
Thank you to all that came and played bingo on Nov. 11.
The St. Ignatius Senior Center will have a “Bake Sale” at the 4-H Bazaar on Dec. 9 at the St. Ignatius High School Gym.
The center is collecting coats, scarves, mittens/gloves and socks for elementary and middle school kids. We are accepting new and slightly used items. Help us keep kids warm during the winter.
On Nov. 17, Mary B. from the Area VI Agency on Aging will be at the center to go over Medicare Part D information regarding medication plans. If you are interested in attending, please call and schedule a time to talk with Mary.
I am sending out a plea from the Mission Valley Food Pantry. They need plastic grocery bags, empty boxes that will hold up to 30 pounds, dozen eggs cartons and if you have four hours of time on Tuesdays and Fridays, we need of volunteers to help clients from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. You are welcome to come to the MV Food Pantry at 203 Blaine and check things out on the days we are open.
Our cooks continue to make a variety of good tasting meals using local produce.
We invite anyone to come and enjoy one of our meals or call for a takeout. Call 406-745-4462 by 10 a.m. on Tuesdays and Fridays and by 2 p.m. on Wednesdays. Mealtimes are listed below. Menus for the month are available in the entryway of the center.
Menu:
— Friday, Nov.10: noon - breaded chicken, roasted potatoes, carrots, fruit salad, rolls, cake
— Tuesday, Nov. 14: noon - beef enchiladas, corn salad, fruit, dessert
— Wednesday, Nov. 15: 5:30 p.m. - Thanksgiving Dinner - roast turkey, dressing, potatoes, gravy, cranberry salad, rolls, pumpkin pie
We invite you to become a member of the St. Ignatius Senior Citizen Center for a fee of $10 a year. You can join us at any age.
The Foot Hills Club meets second and fourth Wednesday of each month at 1 p.m. for snacks and cards.
Gently Yoga is on Wednesdays from 1-2:15 p.m. If you are interested, please call Bonnie Kiser at 406-253-0177. Her rates are five sessions for $60.
We have walkers, a commode, a shower chair, a wheelchair, a high-rise toilet seat, 4-prong canes, regular canes and a transfer bench to loan out as well as XXL Depends to be given out. No cost for the items that are loaned out.
Our Center is open to people renting it. If you are interested, please call 406-745-4462 and leave a message.
The Senior Center has a computer that is available for use by the public Tuesday or a Friday between 10 a.m.-1p.m. If you need help with other areas of your life call the Lake County Council on Aging at 406-676-2367.
