THE CACTUS CHRONICLE
is a monthly publication distributed by the Dorothy Powell Senior Adult Center and the City of Casa Grande Community Services Department. It will keep you up to date on all center activities and classes as well as community events. Stop by the Dorothy Powell Senior Adult Center or the Parks & Recreation Department at the beginning of each month and pick up your copy or call 421-8760 to be put on the mailing list for a small fee.
SITE COUNCIL
The Site Council serves as a liaison between patrons of the Dorothy Powell Senior Adult Center and staff. The council plans trips, activities and fundraisers for the senior center. If you would like to become a member or would like more information please contact 421-8760.
SATURDAY MORNING BREAKFAST
Our Site Council will be cookin’ up some breakfast the first Saturday of each month, from 8:00 to 10:00 a.m. The menu varies each month but includes pancakes, eggs, bacon, sausage, biscuits and gravy, hashbrowns, juice & coffee. The cost is $3.50 per person. Proceeds go toward funding of future Site Council activities. Please stop by or see our Cactus Chronicle for more details.
GIFT SHOP
Located near the woman’s restroom, there are a variety of items that have been made or donated for you to purchase. All proceeds go toward funding of future Site Council activities.
LUNCH PROGRAM
Lunch is served at 11:30 a.m.
MONDAY through FRIDAY – Nutritious lunches available
For participants ages 60 and older, the suggested contribution is $3; a charge of $5 for those under 60. Menus are available. Reservations must be made in advance by calling 421-8765.
Meals prepared by Isaac Davis
TRANSPORTATION
Transportation is available to and from the senior center. Rides are also available to and from doctor appointments, etc. The suggested contribution is $2 per ride (for individuals ages 60 and older).
Call 421-8765 at least one day in advance if you are in need of transportation.
The meal & transportation program is collaborative effort funded by Pinal-Gila Council for Senior Citizens – Area Agency on Aging, United Way of Pinal County, Older Americans Act and the City of Casa Grande Community Services Department.
ADULT CENTER CLASSES, CLUBS AND MORE
CERAMICS
Dorothy Powell Senior Adult Center offers an ongoing open ceramics program in the Peart Center Activity Room. Our center has a variety of molds to pour at a reasonable cost. The public, if experienced in pouring procedures, is invited to use the facilities during open ceramic hours: Monday, Wednesday and Friday 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. All ceramic hobbyists are welcomed. Assistance will be available if you have questions. Prices for this activity are based on the size of mold used and how many firings are needed. Please see the instructor for questions on costs.
LAPIDARY AND SILVERSMITHING
Persons interested in Lapidary and Silversmithing will enjoy our open hours this fall and winter. The public is welcome to come and use the facility. The facility is open Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 12 noon for Lapidary and on Monday from 12:30 to 3:00 p.m. for Silversmithing. Check the Cactus Chronicle for times. The Lapidary/Silversmith Supervisor is on hand to answer your questions and help out with the equipment. A $3/$4 per session usage fee allows for economical recreation and a rewarding, useful hobby or you may purchase a punch card for $30. This is good for 11 visits.
INFORMAL ART GROUP
For beginner or intermediate levels, volunteers are on hand to assist as needed. This group meets every Monday from 1:00 – 3:30 p.m. in the dining room. Bring your own supplies, no cost to attend.
COMPUTER CLASSES
The center will be offering beginning and intermediate computer classes this fall. Classes will be held on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday and are an hour in length. Beginning classes are 10 weeks, cost is $30. Intermediate classes are 8 weeks, cost is $25. Please stop by or call for more details or refer to the Cactus Chronicle for specific times.
OPEN COMPUTER LAB
Free use of equipment, sign up required. Practice computer basics. Internet is available. Tutor is on-hand most days. Open hours will be Monday through Friday, times will vary depending upon computer class schedules.
55 ALIVE
The City of Casa Grande Parks & Recreation Department and AARP are co-sponsoring the “55 Alive” Program this fall. This innovative classroom driver-retraining program is designed to help older persons improve their driving skills through an eight-hour refresher course. This is the nation’s first curriculum specifically designed for drivers ages 50 and over. For class days and times please contact the Senior Center or pick up the Cactus Chronicle. Pre-registration is required, you may sign up at the front desk of the Dorothy Powell Senior Center.
CARD PARTY
Come on down to the senior center on Monday and Friday afternoons at 1:00 p.m. for a game of cards. Games will vary from day to day including: Hand & Foot, Mexican Train Dominoes and more.
Join the Bridge players on Mondays and every other Wednesday. Euchre Card Club meets each Tuesday to play cards. Tables will be set up for both beginners and those who already know the game. Everyone is welcome. Please inquire with the front desk or pick a Cactus Chronicle for more details.
SPECIAL INTEREST CLASSES
We have a variety of special interest classes such as Quilting, Belly Dancing, Exercise classes and more. Check out the “Adult Special Interest Classes” section of this brochure or stop by the Center for a Cactus Chronicle for a current list of on-going activities, classes and programs at the Dorothy Powell Senior Adult Center.
EXERCISE & FITNESS
SENIOR CHAIR EXERCISE
This class is for seniors of all physical ability levels. The class routine will vary each day, yet movements both in and around a chair are constant. It will involve exercises that increase flexibility (stretching), muscle strength (light weights), and vascular conditioning (movement). Classes are held Wednesday and Friday’s at the Dorothy Powell Senior Adult Center from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m.
FITNESS EQUIPMENT
Open Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (most days)
Treadmills, exercise bicycles, cardio glides and elyptical machines are available. Cost is free. Proper shoes required. Must sign up at the front desk, if you are a first time user and would like an orientation please see the front desk staff.
GAMES & ACTIVITIES
COFFEE HOUR
Come to the Dorothy Powell Senior Adult Center each Tuesday Morning from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. for coffee and donuts. Meet others who live in the area or are here visiting for the winter. Talk about where you’ve been, where you’re going and why you are here as well as keep up on the latest current events both local and nationwide. We’ll see you there!
BLOOD PRESSURE CHECK
Blood pressure checks will be available each month, various Tuesday mornings at approximately 9:30 a.m. This service is provided by the Casa Grande Fire Department and a volunteer from Sunwest RV Resort. Please call for specific days.
SUNDAY SOCIAL POTLUCKS
All Casa Grande Valley Area Senior Adults are invited to join us at the Dorothy Powell Senior Adult Center on the third Sunday of each month September through May for a social gathering. We’ll get together at 1:00 p.m. and the activities will vary each month. Watch the Cactus Chronicle for these Sunday happenings.
WOOD-CARVERS
Beginning mid-October, all wood-carvers are welcome to come by on Thursday afternoons at 1:00 p.m. to meet with other carvers and exchange ideas while you work on your own personal projects or learn something new. This is a great way to meet others that share your hobby as well as broaden your knowledge about carving. The wood carvers will have a showing of their work in February; check the Cactus Chronicle for more information. We look forward to seeing you there.
PLAY BILLIARDS
Tuesday and Thursday mornings, Men play
Friday mornings, Women play
All other days and times are open
There is no cost to play, the table is available on a first come-first serve basis. Please sign up at the front desk.
SHUFFLE BOARD
Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
There is no cost to play. Table is available on a first come-first serve basis. Please sign up at the front desk.
BINGO
Held most Fridays, immediately after lunch. No cost to play. Donation of prizes always welcome!
DAY TRIPS & TAG ALONGS
Our Site Council plans a variety of monthly trips which begin in the fall. Trips vary in cost and leave from the Dorothy Powell Senior Adult Center. Pre-registration is REQUIRED; complete details will be listed in the Cactus Chronicle monthly newsletter. Watch for more details.
DANCE
SATIN SLIPPERS – BALLROOM DANCE CLUB
Those 21 and over are welcome to join. If you are an experienced ballroom dancer you’ll have the opportunity to support and promote our club. If you are a beginner, you’ll have the opportunity to learn. All skill levels will benefit. A modest annual membership fee of $25 will enable your participation. All fees collected will be used to provide music and other miscellaneous costs associated with monthly club dances & lessons. Please call or stop by for more details.
DANCE LESSONS
Learn a variety of dances. Classes are held Tuesday mornings from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. Cost is FREE.
LINE DANCING
Classes are held Thursday mornings at the Casa Grande Woman’s Club. Beginner class is held from 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. and Intermediate class from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. Cost is free.
MONTHLY DANCES
Monthly dances are co-sponsored by our Site Council. Entertainment is provided at each dance along with refreshments.
AFTERNOON DANCES
For those of you who don’t like to travel in the evening, or would just like an afternoon out, we offer afternoon dances the fourth Tuesday of each month, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Music provided by a tape/CD. Refreshments are provided. Cost is $2.
