We have so much to be thankful for at the Center. The turnout for our second take-out Turkey Dinner was amazing. We served 131 hungry people on Saturday. Thank you all for coming. We are grateful and were surprised at the generosity of people who offered donations for the kitchen. A special thanks to the gentleman, who we think was from White River for his very generous donation. Bless all of you for your kindness at this time. Our kitchen volunteers will be stocking up for our next take-out Turkey Dinner on Saturday, May 23. We have already been in the newly replenished candy bowl that was filled by another patron. Yes! We have a lot to be thankful for.
Special notice:
AARP has cancelled the property tax relief session due to the public’s safety.
We are all lucky enough for have a gem of a crew in our kitchen. Ken and the volunteers are well trained in virus safety and serving safety. They are pleased to present you with the menu for Tuesday and Thursday for your take-out pleasure.
Menu for the week:
Tuesday, May 5
Cordon bleu, real mashed potatoes, vegetables and dessert.
Thursday, May 7
Brown sugar glazed meatloaf, half a baked potato, vegetables and dessert.
Members are $4, nonmembers are $5 for all of that deliciousness. Open to the public. Menu subject to change.
To change the subject, if you are looking for something different for Mom for Mother’s Day, please consider a gem not usually heard of as a gift. Rose quartz (unconditional love), citrine (gives positive energy) and garnet (eternal love). However, we are sure they would not object to a diamond (love and strength), ruby (energy and makes the owner happy), sapphire (intelligence and intuition) or an emerald (positive energy, success and wealth).
We have some gemstone events coming your way.
Sodalite means self-expression. You will get the chance to express yourself at the concerts starting in June. Clap, sing, dance and eat. Self-expression is waiting for you as we present local talent at its best in a relaxed setting.
Malachite is the stone of beauty and individuality. These traits will abound as the crafters present a wealth of beautiful gifts. Each craftsperson has put their individual touches on their wares. Enjoy the bounty on Saturday, July 25 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The wealth of talent and beauty will astound you.
Tiger’s eye — which provides willpower, warrior spirit and self-motivation — will be needed for the annual Penny Sale on Sunday, Aug. 23 at 1 p.m. You will need willpower to decide where to put your tickets. But it is ok if you lose your willpower. After all, you will want to all the chances you can get to win all the fabulous items displayed. Your warrior spirit will come out as you whoop and shout because you won those items. What an adventure it will be!
Blue goldstone is the stone of inspiration, optimism and dreaming. Walking around the 9th Annual Car Show on Sunday, Aug. 30 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. will cause you to wonder what possibly inspired the car owners to be optimistic enough to take on their projects. So perfect. So beautiful. So awesome. It may just leave you dreaming about a project of your own.
With all this gem talk, we want to thank the volunteers and the patrons who are giving us their support. You are our gems.
Thought for the Week:
Hope is no quitter and neither are you.
Have a safe week everyone. Hope for more sun.
Our halls await your laughter and your lively conversation. Stay Safe. Honor the heroes and please be kind and respectful.
Claremont Senior Center, 5 Acer Heights Road, Claremont, NH. 603-543-5998. Smoke free. Open Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. for take-out only.
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