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Serving AUGUSTA & the CSRA
Made in theMade in theSouth comesSouth comesto Augusta!to Augusta!Story on Page 5Story on Page 5 December 2013
Vol. 27, No. 11
Information For Ages 50 PLUS!
Page 2 • December 2013 • Senior News • Augusta
by LISA M. PETSCHE
People who care for lovedones with frail health typically havea multitude of responsibilities.There never seems to be enough
hours in the day toget everythingdone, let alonespend time withother importantpeople in their lifeand tend to theirown needs.
It is not sur-prising that the gift caregivers valuethe most is the gift of time: time toattend to their physical, mental,emotional and spiritual needs tohelp keep the inherent stress ofcaregiving manageable.
If you are a caregiver, considerpersonal time a need not a luxuryand resolve to make it an ongoinggift to yourself. Do not wait forNew Year’s Day to get started; nowis the time, before the holiday sea-son ramps up.
Read on for suggestions on how to free up some of your time and
energy for self-care.
Holiday timesaving tips• Set realistic expectations and be
prepared to alter traditions. Keep itsimple and let relatives and friendsknow your needs and limitations.Decide what is really important,focus on that and forget the rest.
• Whatever tasks you decide totake on, ask for help and delegateresponsibilities. Make plans andstart necessary preparations well inadvance. Make lists to stay organ-ized.
• If you plan to have guest andyour finances allow, arrange ahousecleaning or a catered meal (orboth). Some other ideas: make it apotluck event or, better yet, asksomeone else to host the big familyfeast. Invite friends over for dessertinstead of a meal, and do not hesi-tate to buy from a bakery.
• For gift giving, purchase giftcards; many kinds are availableonline as well as on display at gro-cery stores and drug stores, amongother places. If you buy gifts at themall, take advantage of the gift-wrapping service.
Year-round tipsHere are some timesaving ideas
you can use throughout the year.• Curb perfectionism. Not every-
thing needs to be done to a highstandard; take housework and yardmaintenance, for example. Set atime limit for chores if necessary.
• Establish and stick to priorities,so you do not waste time or energyon unimportant things.
• Accept offers of help and askother family members to share theload. Be specific about what youneed.
• Pay for help if you can afford it– for example, a dog walker, house-cleaning service, grounds keepingservice, handyman or accountant.
• Get a portable phone so you canmulti-task while conversing, and ananswering machine to screen calls.
• Hire a professional organizer ifyou are overwhelmed by paper orclutter.
• Get a computer if you do nothave one. Internet access can helpyou stay connected to loved ones.You can also connect with othercaregivers through Internet messageboards and chat rooms.
Housekeeping andmeal preparation
• Concentrate cleaning and tidyingefforts on the rooms that are usedthe most.
• Collect recipes for one-dishmeals, such as casseroles, stews, stirfries and main course salads.
• Cook double batches of recipesand freeze half for later use.
• Keep a supply of heat-and-serveentrees in the freezer.
• Buy convenience foods thatreduce preparation time: packagedsalads, shred cheese, frozen mixedvegetables and boneless chickenbreasts, for example.
• Order takeout periodically. Justensure choices are healthy.
Financial Management• Arrange with the bank for direct
deposit of pension and other checksand automatic withdrawals of regu-lar bills.
• If you have a computer, sign upfor online banking so you can paybills, transfer money and check bal-ances from home.
Shopping and errands• Shop by mail order whenever
possible.• Take advantage of stores and
other services that offer home deliv-ery.
• Research mobile services inyour area, such as hairdressing, doggrooming, car washing and automo-bile servicing.
• Consolidate errands and avoidpeak use times of the day, week andmonth when visiting stores, banksand government offices.
Care for your relative• Investigate community respite
services, such as friendly visiting,adult day care programs and resi-dential facilities that offer short-term care. Also look into volunteerdriver programs and accessibletransportation services that can freeyou up from chauffeuring duties.Information on these and otherresources can be obtained from thelocal office on aging.
If finances permit, hire a com-panion or personal support workerfor your relative so you can regular-ly get out to some type of leisureactivity. Let loved ones know that agift certificate to a home healthcareagency or an IOU for respite carewould be welcomed for the holidaysand other special occasions.
*********Lisa M. Petsche is a social
worker and a freelance writer spe-cializing in boomer and senior mat-ters. She has personal and profes-sional experience with elder care.
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Give yourself the gift of time
Lisa Petsche
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by KATHLEEN ERNCEExecutive DirectorThe Senior Citizens CouncilAugusta, [email protected]
Scammers are trying tocon seniors into giving out sensi-tive information while signing
them up for plansthey do not need –Don’t fall for theirlines!
“Fraudsters arecapitalizing on therollout of theAffordable Care Act(ACA) and
Medicare’s Open Enrollment.The shifts in the healthcare land-scape have prompted some crimi-nals to carry out health carescams targeting seniors,” accord-ing to the Senate SpecialCommittee on Aging.
Members of the Committeehave said, “The fact is that if youhave Medicare, you do not needto buy health insurance throughthe exchanges created by theACA. And, although it is illegalfor someone to sell an exchangehealth insurance plan to a known
Medicare recipient, it has notdeterred fraudsters from trying!”
In many instances, thesenefarious operators are trying tocon seniors into giving out sensi-tive information such as a bankaccount, Social Security, orMedicare number while signingthem up for plans they do notneed. The Senate SpecialCommittee on Aging reports ithas heard too many stories fromseniors who have had their iden-tity stolen or been swindled outof their hard-earned life savings,and we are committed to workingtogether to protect our seniors.Below are a few steps seniors cantake to avoid falling victim tothese fraudsters and identitythieves:
• Protect your personal infor-mation and be suspicious ofsolicitations. Never share person-al information, such as Medicare,Social Security or bank accountinformation with anyone whocontacts you uninvited at yourdoor, over the phone or by e-mailseeking to verify personal infor-mation or sell you a health plan.
• Know that Medicare willnever call you at home. If youreceive a call from someone who
says they’re from Medicare orSocial Security, hang up.Medicare and Social Securityemployees will never call you athome, unless you have contactedthem first about a problem.
• Use official websites only.Seniors using the fall Medicareopen-enrollment period to shopfor prescription drug or MedicareAdvantage plans should sign uponly through the officialMedicare Plan Finder websitewww.medicare.gov or by phoneat 1-800-MEDICARE.
• Report suspected fraud.Report any suspected fraud to thelocal police or your state’s attor-ney general. To report identitytheft related crimes contact theFederal Trade Commission atwww.ftc.gov/idtheft or by calling1-877-438-4338.
The Senate Special Committeeon Aging is also available to helpif you have any questions aboutreporting fraud or need assis-tance. The committee’s anti-fraudhotline is staffed by a team ofinvestigators weekdays from 9a.m. to 5 p.m. EST. You can callthe toll-free fraud hotline at 1-855-303-9470, or contact us byclicking here: http://www.aging.
senate.gov/fraud-hotline. • Ask questions. If it has any-
thing to do with Medicare, call 1-800-MEDICARE or check outonline resources at www.med-icare.gov. To learn more aboutMedicare fraud and taking stepsto prevent it you can visit www.stopmedicarefraud.gov or contactThe Senior Citizens Council at706-868-0120 to learn how toreport fraud.
There is a special Scam Hotlineset up to receive information ifyou or a loved one have been thevictim of fraud, please contactthe Fraud Hotline at 1-855-303-9470.
*********Our Board and Staff extend
our best wishes for a peaceful,loving holiday season and lookforward to serving you in thenew year. Our office hours are8:30 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Mondaythrough Friday. Please call us706-868-0120 for an appointmentto discuss your concerns.
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The Senior Citizens Councilis located at 218 Oak StreetNorth, Suite L, Augusta, Georgia30907.
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Our professional staff provides compassionate, individualized care in a home-like,family atmosphere... including, but not limited to: 24-Hour Skilled Nursing Care,Pharmacy Service, Physician Services, Restorative Program, Physical Therapy &Rehabilitation, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, Short or Long TermRehabilitation, Subacute/Post Hospitalization Care, Dining and Nutrition Services,Specialized Wound Care, Alzheimer’s/Dementia Care, Pain Management andPalliative/Hospice Care.
We look forward to the opportunity to provide tours and answer any questions youmay have regarding short or long term care services.
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AGENCY ALERT: Tips to Protect Against Health Care Scams
KathleenErnce
December 2013 • Senior News • Augusta • Page 3
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HOPE ETERNALby Henry Newton Goldman
Despair will weigh me down at times,
Uncertainty is my constant thorn;But when I feel that all is lost,Within me hope is reborn.Though sadness may banish all my
joy,And failure dash my dreams,My heart shall be refreshed again,For hope will reign supreme.When all seems lost in darkest hour,And friends nearby fall away,I know my bonds will be renewed,For hope shall be my stay.When years go by without success,And plans just won’t come true,I’ll reach way down and persevere,For hope will bring me through.And when my life draws near its end,My steps then falter and slow,In passing from earth to Him above,Blessed hope will help me go.
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THE MEANING OF CHRISTMASby Frankie Lee
Each year it gets more commercialEach holiday is about giftsGiving gifts instead of timeWrapped in a beautiful boxWith a beautiful bowOpened many times alone
The gift of love and memoriesIs the greatest gift of allThe meaning of ChristmasIs in touch and heart and a callGive your time and love and heartAnd that’s the greatest gift of allMake a memory that will last foreverSpring, summer, winter and fall
As a child you rememberThat special gift given with loveSomething you looked atAnd wished for aboveSomeone special in your lifeSaw that sparkle in your eyeTook the time to find that giftAnd hear that joyous cry
It wasn’t just what was in the boxWith that special bowBut it was the thought and loveThat made it sparkle so
For that gift was also a memoryOf a special time and placeAnd that person that touched your
heartYou can still see that loving face
Christmas was not meant for giftsAs much as it was for loveThe greatest gift that was givenFrom God above
For it is His birthday that wecelebrate
On this very special dayLet’s give a gift back to himAnd don’t forget to pray
Christmas is so specialA day of peach and loveWhen we can take a momentBeyond the commercial hubOf shopping and eating and dressingOurselves so special tooIt’s about others, not just me and you
So enjoy the day of givingOf seeing an unknown smileOf thinking of so many othersThat touch our lives each dayFor all of you I prayMerry Christmas!
*********ACCEPT IT NOT
by Doris A. “Dot” Jones
On every side the skeptics sway.What does it matter what we do and
say?There is no God anyway.But... we know better and accept it
not!
What we have is not what they’ve got.
The news media prints the worst sideof life,
When we struggle on through so much strife.
So many good deeds go unnoticed,No wonder the world views the
skeptics’ side.But... we know better and accept it
not!
Magazines fill the newsstands with evil on every page,
We fill ourselves with rage against it,But it seems we can’t do a lot.But... we know better and accept it
not!
The television is filled with sin.Sometimes it seems the skeptics win.No matter the fight against it,The die seems cast in their lot of sin.But... we know better and accept it
not!
In not accepting, we take a true stand,
For God fights evil with his heavenlyband.
In the end, God will triumph,If we continue with what we’ve got
and say,“We know better and accept it not!”
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A Different and Lasting Gift!by Dr. Bill BaggettMinister to SeniorsDunwoody Baptist Church
Time does fly by! TheChristmas Holidays are here. Theyseem to come so quickly. This is thetime of the year we celebrate the birthof our Lord Jesus Christ.
Regrettably, the real “reason forthe season” is sometimes a casualtybecause of the tendency to fill ourdays up with the buying of gifts, dec-orating the house, going to partiesand getting involved in numerousother secular activities. While all ofthese are worthy and admirable, ourfocus is often diverted from thingsthat will be more lasting and mean-ingful to us.
Through the years families havetaken gifts and food to the less fortu-nate in their communities. Churcheshave hosted parties, collected fundsand provided other services to the
elderly and those in need. Theseefforts are praiseworthy and shouldbe encouraged.
Recently, I read a paper entitled“The Power of Three Little Words”by an anonymous author. The authorstated, “Some of the most powerful,significant messages people deliver toone another often come in just threelittle words. When spoken or con-veyed, those statements have thepower to forge new friendships, deep-en old ones and restore relationshipsthat have cooled.”
I did some introspection, and,after giving serious thought to thisidea, I concluded these words are aChristmas gift I can give to myselfand others this year.
I have chosen to following ThreeWord Phrases: “I’LL BE THERE –being there for another person is thegreatest gift that can be given. IRESPECT YOU – respecting is agreat way to show love. MAYBEYOU’RE RIGHT – a diffusing phrasehighly effective in conflict and in
restoring frayed emotions. PLEASEFORGIVE ME – relationships can berestored and healed if people admittheir mistakes and ask for forgive-ness. I THANK YOU – gratitude is apowerful form of courtesy. COUNTON ME – a friend is one who walksin when others walk out; loyalty is anessential ingredient for true friend-ship. I LOVE YOU – is reserved forthose who are special.”
As we engage in the frantic paceof the Holidays we might utter thefollowing prayer. God, let all that I dotoday become a shout of praise andthanksgiving to you for this gift oflife. Our words and actions reflect ourrelationship to the One who taught usto love one another. Celebrate thisyear by giving gifts of words, giftsthat last and honor the Lord JesusChrist.
*********Dr. Baggett can be reached at
Dunwoody Baptist Church, 1445 Mt.Vernon Road, Atlanta, GA 30338;phone 770-280-1200.
by CAROLYN BRENNEMAN
Photos by Carolyn
This November was the 27thyear for the award-winning Made inthe South Christmas show whichwas held for 3 days at the JamesBrown Arena. This year, just like theprevious years, Made in the Southwas an event well worth attending.There were hundreds of artists fromseveral southern cities, includingNew York and Virginia at this uniqueevent. The booths were filled with
artisans who displayed hand paintedornaments, unique Christmas gifts,homemade tempting candies, jewelryand other beautiful artifacts. Therewere artisans who specialized inoriginal Christmas ornaments, hand-crafted treasure boxes, original paint-ed cameos and other jewelry, hand-crafted painted windows, and deli-cious fudge including pumpkin piewith nuts and red velvet cheese cakefudge.
“I just love attending this eventand I come every year,” said VivianJames, from Martinez. “The vendorsare really talented and bring so much
fun and festive cheer toAugusta.
One talented vendor,Cynthia Johnston of ForEffect starts creating jewel-ry the day after Christmasfor the next year’s holidayseason. Ms. Johnston makesjewelry out of artists’ paper,which she paints and coatswith resin to make a varietyof lightweight, colorfulpieces.
Portraits by MaryPhillips, which is operatedby Mary Phillips who ownsa studio in Gatlinburg,Tennessee, has been an arti-san at the show for the past20 years. “Every year I dothe Made in the South showto do portraits, and my spe-cialty is children.” Marywas excited that the Augustaevent brought out so manyattendees this year.“Augusta is just a nice placeto come,” she said. “MostlyI a really good time hearand have several repeat cus-tomers here.”
The Christmas holidaysbring many festivities to theCSRA and this is the specialtime of the year for reflect-
ing, sharing, giving and receiving.And every year, as the Christmasholidays approach, what better wayto get ready by exploring the uniqueand dazzling treasures at the yearlyaward-winning Christmas Made inthe South shows. Made in the Southis featured in 8 cities in the South in
November through December. So if you missed the festival in
November, there is still time to seeChristmas Made in the South, as itwill show on December 6-8 inCharleston, South Carolina, this year.For more information, check outwww.madeinthesouthshows.com.
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Made in the South comes to Augusta!
December 2013 • Senior News • Augusta • Page 5
Apartment Features
• Washer/Dryer Connections• Heated/Cooled Sunrooms• Fully Equipped Kitchens• Oversized Bathrooms• Large Walk-in Closets• Water and Sanitation Included• Garbage Disposal• Mini Blinds• Single Story, No Stairs• Handicap Accessible
Community Features
• Community Center w/planned activities• Individual Gardening Areas• Gazebo with Flower Gardens• Horse Shoe Pit
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Senior Living at its best!
Enjoy the quiet gazebo
with flowers, horseshoe
pit, individual gardening
areas, and a community
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Residents must be
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Vintage GardensAt Sweetwater
3 Murrah Road ExtensionN. Augusta, SC 29860
(803) 819-3139
Monday-Friday, 9 am-3 pmSaturday, by appointment
Beautiful colorful handmade wreaths
Gail displays her gorgeous beads
Diana James from Virginia displays delicious jams
Display of unique Christmas gifts
The Senior Citizens Council218 Oak Street North, Suite LAugusta, GA 30907; 706-868-0120www.seniorcitizenscouncil.org
The Senior Citizens Council isopen Monday through Friday for thefollowing services:• Advocacy Programs including:Caseworker Services; CaregiverSupport and Information; Bill Payingand Money Management; BenefitsCounseling including information aboutthe new Medicare Part D PrescriptionDrug Plans; and, Elder Abuse, Neglect,and Exploitation Prevention.• Foster Grandparent Program andSenior Companion Program: Limitedincome persons age 60 and older need-ed to work from 15 to 40 hours a weekwith special-needs children or adults.Call for complete details.• Retired and Senior VolunteerProgram: Are you looking for a fun andexciting way to make a difference inthe community? RSVP offers personsage 55 or older an opportunity to applytheir skills and experience to meet criti-cal community needs. RSVP pairs tal-ented volunteers with their choice of avariety of non-profit, health care, gov-
ernment, and faith-based organizations.Call for complete details.
For additional information or tomake an appointment for a neededservice, call 706-868-0120 from 8:30a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
*********CSRA Senior Centers
Over 60? Enjoy socializing, parties,cards, crafts, Bingo and travel?Interested in staying healthy andactive? Tired of eating lunch alone? Ifyou answered YES to these questions,then you need to check out a SeniorCenter near you!• Blythe Area Recreation DepartmentPatricia Strakosch; 3129 Highway 88,Blythe, GA 30805; 706-592-6668• Carrie J. Mays Recreation CenterSheryl Jones; 1015 11th Ave., Augusta,GA 30901; 706-821-2831• East View Community CenterRoberta Sullivan; 644 Aiken St.,Augusta, GA 30901; 706-722-2302• HH Brigham Senior CenterHeather Kooms; 2463 Golden CampRd., Augusta, GA 30906; 706-772-5456• McBean Community CenterWillamae Shaheed; 1155 Hephzibah-McBean Rd., Hephzibah, GA 30815;
706-560-1814 or 706-560-2628• Sand Hills Community CenterLillie Rosier; 2540 Wheeler Rd.,Augusta, GA 30904; 706-842-1912 or706-842-1916• New Bethlehem Community Center,Inc.Millicent E. West; 1336 Conklin Ave.,Augusta, GA 30901; 706-722-0086• Bessie Thomas Community CenterJeff Asman; 5913 Euchee Creek Dr.,Grovetown, GA 30813; 706-556-0308• Burke County Senior CenterJackie Brayboy; 717 W. 6th St.,Waynesboro, GA 30830; 706-437-8007• Glascock County Senior CenterAnita May; 568 Brassell Park Ln.,Gibson, GA 30810; 706-598-3050• Grovetown Senior CenterJennifer Thomas; 103 W. RobinsonAve., Grovetown, GA 30813; 706-210-8699• Betty Hill Senior Citizens CenterCathie Birdsong; 330 Waters Work Rd.,Sparta, GA 31087; 706-444-7532• Harlem Senior CenterTina Sidener; 405 B West Church St.,Harlem, GA 30814; 706-449-8400• Jefferson County Senior CenterMarie Swint; 209 E. 7th St., Louisville,GA 30434; 478-625-8820 • McDuffie Senior CenterMelinda Hill; 304 Greenway St.,Thomson, GA 30824; 706-595-7502• Jenkins County Senior CenterShirley Chance; 998 College Ave.,Millen, GA 30442; 478-982-4213• Lincoln County Senior CenterPam Parton; 160 May Ave., Lincolnton,GA 30817; 706-359-3760• Sylvania Senior CenterCathy Forehand; 209 E. Ogeechee St.,Sylvania, GA 30467; 912-564-7727• Taliaferro County Senior CenterAllene Oliver; 119 Commerce St.,Crawfordville, GA 30631; 706-456-2611• Warren County Senior CenterGwanda Murray; 48 Warren St.,Warrenton, GA 30828; 706-465-3539 • Washington County Council on AgingJane Colson; 466 Maurice FriedmanRd., Sandersville, GA 31082; 478-552-0898 (Mon., Tues, and Thurs.)478-552-0013• Wilkes CountyDiana Hall; 108 Marshall St.,Washington, GA 30673; 706-678-2518 • Shiloh Comprehensive CommunityCenterElizabeth Jones; 1635 15th St.,Augusta, GA 30901; 706-738-0089
*********H. H. Brigham Senior Center2463 Golden Camp Rd., AugustaContact: Patricia A. Jenner706-772-5456; 1 a.m.-3 p.m.
*********Aiken County Parks, Recreation &Tourism902 Vaucluse Rd., Aiken, SC 29801;803-642-7559;www.aikencountysc.gov/tourismCourtney Senior Center49 Roy St., Wagener, SC; 564-5211• Senior Bingo: 3rd Fri., 2 p.m., Free• Canasta Club: Wednesdays, 12 noon,FreeHarrison-Caver Park4181 Augusta Rd., Clearwater, SC;593-4698Aiken County Recreation Center917 Jefferson Davis Hwy., Graniteville,SC; 663-6142Roy Warner Park4287 Festival Trail Rd., Wagener, SC;564-6149
*********Augusta Area LibrariesHeadquarters Library
706-821-2600; TTY: 706-722-1639;823 Telfair St, Augusta, Mon-Thu, 9-9;Fri-Sat, 9-5:30. Sun, 2-5:30• GED Classes. Every Tuesday &Thursday @ 5:30 p.m. Please registerin class with the Instructor. A PINESLibrary Card Required!• ESL. English as a Second Language.Every Tuesday 6:00– 7;30 p.m.Instructor: Nicky Garity. NoRegistration Required
Talking Book Center706-821-2625; 823 Telfair St., Augusta,Mon-Fri 9-5Augusta-Richmond Co. BranchesAppleby Branch Library2260 Walton Way, Augusta, 706-736-6244; Mon, 9-7; Tue-Fri, 9-5:30; Sat,10-5:30Diamond Lakes Branch Library101 Diamond Lakes Way, Hephzibah, 706-772-2432; Mon &Wed, 9-8, Tue, Thu & Fri, 9-5:30; Sat.10-5:30Friedman Branch Library1447 Jackson Rd, Augusta, 706)-736-6758; Mon & Wed, 9-8; Tue, Thu, &Fri, 9-5:30; Sat,10-5:30Maxwell Branch Library1927 Lumpkin Rd, Augusta, 706-793-2020; Mon, Wed, & Fri, 9-5:30;Tue & Thu, 9-8; Sat,10-5:30Wallace Branch Library1237 Laney-Walker Blvd.Augusta, 706-722-6275; Mon & Wed,9-5:30; Tue & Thu, 9-8; Fri-Sat,12:30-5:30Burke CountyBurke County Library130 Highway 24 South, Waynesboro,706-554-3277; Mon, 9-8; Tue-Fri, 9-6;Sat, 9-1Midville Branch Library149 Trout St., P.O. Box 428, Midville,478-589-7825; Mon & Wed, 12-6;Fri,10-6Burke CountySardis Branch Library750 Charles Perry Ave., P.O. Box 57Sardis, 478-569-4866; Mon & Wed,12-6; Fri,10-6Columbia CountyColumbia County Public Library7022 Evans Town Center BlvdEvans, 706-863-1946; Mon ,Tue & Thu10-8; Wed, Fri, & Sat 10-5;Sun, 2-5Euchee Creek Branch Library5907 Euchee Creek Dr., Grovetown,706-556-0594; Mon-Tue,10-8; Wed,Thu & Fri, 10-5; Sat, 10-4Harlem Branch Library375 N. Louisville St., Harlem, 706-556-9795; Tue, 9-7; Wed & Fri, 1-6;Thurs.,1-7; Sat, 9-1Lincoln County Library181 North Peachtree, P. O. Box 310,Lincolnton, 706-359-4014; Mon & Thu,9-6; Tues, 9-7; Wed, Fri & Sat, 9-4Warren County Library10 Warren St., Warrenton, 706-465-2656; Tue,10-8; Wed-Fri, 10-6; Sat, 9-3
*********Academy for LifelongLearning, USC-AikenInformation: 803-641-3288
*********Hearing Loss Association of Augusta
Meetings are held on the 3rdMonday, September-April except forDecember, at University Hospital, 1350Walton Way, Dining Rooms 1-3. Socialbegins at 5:30 p.m. and meeting at 6p.m. For information on the organiza-tion please contact Gayle Tison,President, athttp://[email protected].
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*********Hephzibah Lions ClubMeets the 2nd & 4th Thursdays, 7 p.m.,Jesse Carroll Community Center,Windsor Spring Rd., Hephzibah. Foradditional information contact LionFrank Spinney, President, at 706-592-5618 or Jon Winters at 706-592-9622or 706-833-0458.
*********Morris Museum of Art1 Tenth Street at Riverwalk in AugustaRiverfront Center. Call 706-724-7501for more information or visit theMuseum’s website at www.themorris.org.
*********Gertrude Herbert Institute of ArtLocated at 506 Telfair Street, Augusta.Call 706-722-5495 for information.
*********Caregiver Support GroupAre you caring for a spouse or parent?Join other caregivers to share experi-ences, gather practical resources andfind the support you need. The groupmeets the 3rd Monday of each month at6:30 p.m. at the Friedman BranchLibrary located at 1447 Jackson Roadin Augusta. For more information con-tact Georgia Jopling, CaregiverSpecialist, Area Agency on Aging, 706-210-2000 or 888-922-4464.
*********Augusta Museum of History560 Reynolds Street in downtownAugusta. Call 706-722-8454 for eventsinformation.
ON-GOING EXHIBITS INCLUDE• Celebrating a Grand Tradition, theSport of Golf• The Godfather of Soul, Mr. JamesBrown• Augusta’s Story• One Man, Two Ships, Lessons inHistory and Courage• Canteens to Combat Boots• Timeless Toys
*********Lucy Craft LaneyMuseum of Black Historywww.lucycraftlaneymuseum.comCall 706-724-3576 for events informa-tion.
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"Dance with Us” The Augusta Chapter of USA
Ballroom Dance invites beginners topros to our FIRST SATURDAY of eachmonth social dance at the AmericanLegion Post 63, 90 Milledge Rd.,Augusta. Members, $8; guests, $10. Nopartner need! Free dance lesson and agreat food table. For a group of 6 ormore first time guests we can makearrangements for you to come free.
For more information call JohnWhite at 706-595-7328 or [email protected].
*********Singles Dance
Single and need something to doon Saturday nights? If you are single,divorced, widowed, or legally separat-ed, $10 will get you a light meal, vari-ety of music, dance lessons, good fel-lowship, and a great dance floor!
Begins at 8 p.m., Ballroom DanceCenter, 525 Grand Slam Dr., Evans.You may bring your own partner (over18), but you will also find plenty ofdance partners if you don’t have one.Alcohol and smoke free environment.Free instruction for those who want tolearn how to dance begins at 7 p.m.Great place to dance and socialize.Sponsored by Augusta ChristianSingles. For additional information callTheresa Thigpen at 706-294-7195.
*********Fraternal Order of Eagles Lodge11971999 Scott Rd., Augusta. For activitiesand events information call 706-495-3219.
*********AARP Augusta Local 266
There is more to AARP than anewspaper and a magazine. The localchapter meets at the Kroc Center, TheSalvation Army, 1833 Broad Street,Augusta. For additional information orto join, call Mrs. Stella Nunnally,Chapter President, at 706-724-0045.
*********Al-Anon and Alateen Groups
Al-Anon and Alateen Groups meetin various locations in the CSRA Mon.-Sat. For information or a listing ofmeeting in the area call 706-738-7984.To locate meeting throughout Georgiacall 800-568-1615.
*********Friday Night Dance
Every Friday, 8-11 p.m., AmericanLegion Post 63, 90 Millege Rd.,Augusta. With band or DJ. $10 cost.Free coffee and cake. Everyone wel-come. Call 706-733-5184.
*********Augusta Area Newcomers Club
The Augusta Area NewcomersClub is a non-profit organization thathelps people who are new to the areaget acclimated, make friends, and getinvolved with charitable organizations.We offer a variety of activities such asgolf, book groups, and dining out. Forinformation please contact [email protected] or callSusan Salisbury at 706-814-6297.
*********Service Corps of Retired Executives
The Service Corps of RetiredExecutives (SCORE) provides counsel-ing and mentoring to business peoplewho are starting up a new business orwho are expanding one that is ongoing.SCORE is a non-profit, public serviceorganization, affiliated with the SBA.There is never a charge for our servic-es. Call 706-793-9998, Mon. - Fri.,from 9 a.m. - 12 noon.
*********Phinizy Swamp Events706-828-2109
*********Find Your Voice
Aiken Toastmasters meet on thefirst and third Thursday of each month,6:45 p.m., at Odell Weeks Center onWhiskey Road in Aiken. Guests arealways welcome. For additional infor-mation call 803-648-7833.
*********DBSA (Depression Bi-Polar SupportAlliance)Meets the 3rd Tues. of every month at6:30 p.m., First Baptist Church ofAugusta, Walton Bldg., Room 105.,3500 Walton Way Ext., Augusta. Call706-722-0010 for complete details orthe Friendship Center (see Augustaphone book for number).
*********Pieceful Hearts Quilt GuildMeets on Monday nights, 7-9 p.m., andThursday mornings, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., atSt. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church,Martintown Rd., North Augusta. Fordetails call 803-279-6456 or 706-790-4975.
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Augusta Chapter Of TheEmbroiderers’ Guild Of America
Anyone with an appreciation ofembroidery is welcome. Chapter con-sists of women with diverse back-grounds, experience, and ages whoshare an interest and pleasure in needle-work. Meetings include a review oflocal needlework activities, somehands-on stitching, refreshments, andsocialization. Meets the 1st Mon. ofeach month at Alliance MissionaryChurch, 2801 Ingleside Dr., Augusta.For additional information call NatalieFarrell at 706-736-5508.
*********Alzheimer’s Caregiver SupportGroupMeets 3rd Tues., 6:30 p.m., BrandonWilde Retirement Community, Evans.For details call 706-854-3591 or 706-854-3501.
*********CSRA Parkinson Support GroupMeets monthly, St. John Towers DiningRoom, 724 Greene St., Augusta. Fordetails call 706-364-1662.
*********Area Agency on Aging OfferingsLearn through a 30-Minute session, 3rdThurs. each month, 1 p.m., KROCCenter Augusta, Senior Lounge, 1833Broad St. Registration not required.Contact Lee Walker, ResourceSpecialist, 706-922-8348 or 706-210-2018.
*********Fort Gordon Spouses’ & Civilians’ClubFor complete information on activitiesvisit www.fgscc.com.• Celebrate the Holidays with Mingle &Jingle: Dec. 11, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Be MyGuest, 4216 Washington Rd., Evans.Meal cost, $10; reservations arerequired.
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Special to Senior News
Finding the perfect gifts foreveryone on a holiday shopping listis a snap at the Fort Gordon ThriftShop’s First Saturday on Dec. 7. Thelively event runs from 9:30 a.m. to 2p.m. and features 50 percent offThrift Shop-owned items. Militaryclothing, formals and coats areexcluded.
“Our selection of gently-usedtoys, clothes and household goods,all available at amazing prices,makes it easy to complete your holi-day shopping while sticking to abudget,” said Stephanie Lainez,manager of the Fort Gordon ThriftShop. “With 50 percent off Thrift
Shop-owned items and no tax onpurchases, our shoppers save bigthroughout the year at FirstSaturday.”
New merchandise arrives at theThrift Shop every day, so shopperscan always be assured of findingsomething to catch their eye. Plus,with three buildings filled with treas-ures, hunting for steals and deals canbe exciting.
“Since many of our consignorstravel the world with the military, wefrequently offer items from Europeand Asia,” said Lainez. “Shopping atthis Augusta thrift shop is always apleasant surprise.”
The Fort Gordon Thrift Shopsells furniture, clothing, toys, craftsand Fort Gordon-themed items and
offers them all tax-free. Operated bythe Fort Gordon Spouses’ &Civilians’ Club, the shop is openevery Tuesday and Thursday from9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and the FirstSaturday of each month (Octoberthrough May) from 9:30 a.m. to 2p.m.
Donations are accepted duringbusiness hours as well as at thedonation bin located next to theshop. DOD card holders may con-sign items every Tuesday andThursday from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.and First Saturday from 9:30 a.m. tonoon.
Profits from the Thrift Shop gotoward annual scholarships andgrants for community organizationsand students. In 2013, the Thrift
Shop’s success helped the clubaward more than $20,000 in scholar-ships and grants.
The Thrift Shop is located inBuilding 39102 behind the Exchangein the Brems Barracks near Avenueof the States and 40th Street.
The Fort Gordon Spouses’ &Civilians’ Club is an active part ofthe Fort Gordon community thatleads service projects, operates theThrift Shop and provides volunteeropportunities, special events andactivities. A private nonprofit organi-zation, the club is not affiliated withFort Gordon or the U.S. Army.Membership in the club is open toanyone affiliated with Fort Gordon.
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Holiday bargains abound at Fort Gordon Thrift Shop’s First Saturday on December 7th
Special to Senior News
Foundation Tax-Aide, thenation’s largest free, volunteer-runtax preparation and assistance serv-ice, is seeking volunteers across thestate to help Georgia taxpayerswho are seeking assistance prepar-ing and filing their 2013 taxreturns.
Volunteers do not need to be anAARP member or retiree to partici-pate.
AARP Foundation Tax-Aidevolunteers receive free tax training
and are reimbursed on a limitedbasis for qualified program-relatedexpenses. They help taxpayers atsites around the state, learning newskills while giving back to count-less communities.
We’ve assisted thousands ofpeople in preparing and filing theirtax returns,” said Helen Lowenthal,District Coordinator for most ofDeKalb County. “We could not doit without our volunteers, whomake an indelible mark on thecommunities they help.”
Last year, Tax-Aide volunteers
helped over 31,000 taxpayersacross the state. They join the Tax-Aide volunteers across the country,helping millions of taxpayers eachyear.
For more information on howyou can join the AARP FoundationTax-Aide team, and how to registerto become a volunteer, visit ourWeb site at www.aarp.org/taxaide.
AARP Foundation Tax-Aide isoffered in conjunction with theIRS.
AARP Foundation is workingto win back opportunity for strug-
gling Americans 50+ by being aforce for change on the most seri-ous issues they face today: hous-ing, hunger, income and isolation.By coordinating responses to theseissues on all four fronts at once,and supporting them with vigorouslegal advocacy, the Foundationserves the unique needs of those50+ while working with localorganizations nationwide to reachmore people and make resourcesgo further. AARP Foundation is acharitable affiliate of AARP. Learnmore at www.aarpfoundation.org.
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