calendar of events

Craft Class - Monday, January 27 at 12:00 pm. Join Tash and Dawn as we learn to make a Macramé wall hanging. This class will be great for the beginner and experienced as well. We will start by going over the 10 basic macramé knots used and then make a small wall hanging. All supplies will be provided. Cost is only $2.00. Call and register today. Stop by the display wall beside the kitchen and see samples of our upcoming craft projects!

A discounted meal will be offered the first Tuesday each month starting February 4. Meals will be prepared by Rockford Carry-Out and sponsored by The Laurels of Shane Hill. Lunch is served at 12 pm at The New Shane Hall in Shane’s Park, 420 Holly Drive. Entertainment or an activity will follow the meal.  Meals are $3/person and must be reserved at least 24 hours in advance. Mercer County seniors are eligible for free transportation. To reserve the meal or schedule a ride, call 419-586-1644. 

 In addition to our Thursday class, Carla Niblick has agreed to continue teaching Monday chair yoga classes. Classes will be scheduled at 12:30 on Mondays beginning November 4. This will alleviate traveling in the dark!! Classes are $3.00. Mark your calendars and plan to join us!! 

Daily Donations

February 10 to 14 from 8:30 to 4

Saturday Donations 

February 8 & 15 from 9 to 1

Set Up February 18 to 26

Clean Up March 3

We are always looking for garage sale assistance from taking donations, sorting and setting up to running checkouts during sale. Call Tash at 419-586-1644 if you would like to help. Remember we are always looking for volunteers to clean up after the sale ends!

Mark your calendars Tuesday, March 24 -  Spring Carry In “Let’s Flamingle”!!!! Tickets will go on sale February 24 to March 16, $1.00 each. Last year we sold out so get your tickets early. Diana

Rose from Coldwater will be our entertainment! As usual, we ask you to bring your own table service and your favorite dish to share. We will provide chicken, potatoes, coffee and punch.

It’s sure to be a fun-filled day so make plans to join us! Watch for more details in the March newsletter.

Wednesday, February 5, 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm - Chat with Linda in the Annex. Linda Pollitz, speaks one-to-one about Alzheimer’s and dementia related diseases. Please call 419-586-1644 to schedule an appointment.

Wednesday, February 12, 10:30 am - Neighborhood Nurse - Free blood pressure and blood sugar testing. The nurse will be available beginning at 10:30 am.

Wednesday, February 12, 1:00 pm - Toe nail trimming - provided by Community Health Professionals, is the second Wednesday of each month at a cost of $15.00. It is offered in the Annex beginning at 1:00 pm.

Friday, February 21, 10 am at the Mercer Health Mercer County Community Hospital in the Luken Meeting Room, 800 W Main Street, Coldwater. This group is conducted by trained facilitators and is a safe place for caregivers, family and friends of persons with dementia to develop a support system, exchange practical information on care giving challenges and possible solutions, share feelings, needs and concerns, and learn about community resources. Questions? Call Amy Buening 419-586-1644.

Art Class - Monday, February

10 at noon. Clay Class - Part 2

This is for people who attended

the Clay class in January. We

will be glazing the bowls. The

cost is only $10.00 and all

supplies will be provided. Call

419-586-1644 today to reserve

your spot.

Mark your calendars Tuesday, March 24 - Spring Carry In “Let’s Flamingle”!!!! Tickets will go on sale from February 24 to March 16, $1.00 each. Last year we sold out so get your tickets early. Diana Rose from Coldwater will be our entertainment! As usual, we ask you to bring your own table service and your favorite dish to share. We will provide chicken, potatoes, coffee and punch.  It’s sure to be a fun-filled day so make plans to join us! Watch for more details in the March newsletter. 

Craft Class - Join Steven Garcia on Thursday, February 6 at 12:30 to create a beautiful hot glue tree-scape. The combination of paint and hot glue turns into a beautiful piece of art work! Cost is only $5.00 and all supplies are furnished. Call and register today! 419-586-1644.

A Matter of Balance: Managing Concerns About Falls is an evidence based class that will assist seniors in their ability to remain independent. 

Class 1 - Tuesdays March 31 - May 19. In the annex - 5:30 to 7:30 pm.

Class 2 -Tuesday's June 23 to August 11. In the annex - 9 to 11 am.

Questions?  Call Tash or Dawn.

Classes are free for Mercer County residents, but size is limited so register today by calling 419-586-1644 to reserve your spot.  Pre-registration is required.

Discounted meals will be offered on the first Tuesday of every month starting February 4. Meals will be prepared by Rockford Carry-Out and sponsored by The Laurels of Shane Hill. Lunch will be served at 12:00 pm at The New Shane Hall in Shane’s Park, 315 W Front Street. Entertainment or an activity will follow the meal. Meals will be $3/person and must be reserved at least 24 hours in advance.  Mercer County seniors are eligible for free transportation.  Simply call MCCoA at 419-586-1644.