February Happenings
Feb. 1   10:30 "Together" with Judy Adams.  "2nd Anniversary: Looking Ahead."  What do we hope to accomplish in our  group in 2006? Let's plan our topics.

Feb. 3  NO Breakfast this month. We're taking  a break. Please join us on March 3rd.
12:30 "Book Bits" with Edye Lowell.  Find out what new books are being  added to the Quechee Library shelves  in our computer room.
1:00 Bugbee Book Club. "White Hot"  by Sandra Brown is this month's  selection. You do not have to have  read the book to attend the  discussion.

Feb. 6   9:00 Tax Assistance by appointment. Assistance will be available on  Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday  mornings through April 12th.  Appointments can be made by calling  the Center at 295-9068. (See page 1.)
12:30 "Relaxing Touch" with Jenny  Gelfan. Soothe your aches and pain  away with easy touch techniques.

Feb. 7  12:30 "Hat Day". Wear your favorite  hat ….the crazier the better! We'll show  them off in a parade and award prizes.

Feb. 9  9:00 Quilting w/Colleen.  This month's  project is a hand-appliqué heart. No  machines needed. Please sign up.
12:30 "Favorite Household Tips". Do  you have a quick and easy solution to  everyday household situations? Write  it down on our "tip sheet" and place it  in the box to be read aloud after lunch.

Feb. 10  12:15 "Love Songs". The Suite Notes  will  present a romantic concert to set  the stage for Valentine's Day.

Feb. 13  9:00-10:30 Legislative Forum. VT  State legislators have been invited to  come to the Center to discuss issues  of interest to seniors. Bring your  questions and concerns.
12:30 "Medicare D Update" Marleen  Eddy, VT State Insurance Program, will  bring the latest information about the  Medicare prescription drug program.

Feb. 14  10:00 "Make a Valentine". We'll  provide  the materials; you provide your own  creative touch.
12:30 "Valentine's Day Lunch". We'll  have door prizes and a return  engagement by "The Blonde Toppers".

Feb. 15  10:30 "Together" with Judy Adams.  "Anticipation is Half the Fun!" When we  look ahead with a positive attitude and  expect success, we double our fun in the  process.
12:30 Bugbee Cinema presents "The March of the Penguins". Join us for  this  delightful and moving documentary. You'll  be glad you did!

Feb. 16  12:30 Cane/Walker Clinic. Brad Bailey, of  Keene Medical Products, will check your  equipment to make sure it is safe and  properly fitted to you.

Feb. 21  12:30 Mardi Gras. We'll be celebrating  "Fat Tuesday" a little early this year. Join us for Cajun music, performed by MJ Slattery and Andy Stewart, and Cajun food. Wear purple, gold and green, and come prepared to have a good time!


Feb. 22  12:30 "Advance Directives and End-of- Life Issues".  An "advance directive" is a set of instructions that will help your  loved ones carry out your wishes if you are  unable to speak for yourself. A new  advance directives law took effect in VT last  Sept. 1st. If you have signed a "living will"  and/or "durable power of attorney for  health care" written under the old law, they  are still valid. However, Eleanor Zue,  Paralegal, will speak about the new  provisions so you can decide if you need to  make any changes.

Feb. 27  "Popcorn Day".  The familiar mouth- watering fragrance of popcorn will greet us  and we'll celebrate the magic of this  popular snack.