With Father’s Day just around the corner I can’t help but think about my dad and his admiration for John Wayne. There isn’t a movie he made that my dad hasn’t seen many, many times. The Duke was a hero to many people and dad, YOU are a hero to me! I love you, Happy Father’s day!

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The Strong Bones exercise program, conducted by Mary Ellen Flemming, is going great guns! Join us Mondays Wednesdays & Fridays @ 9:30 a.m. for the next 10 weeks. This free program is designed for middle-aged and older men and women using hand and ankle weights to increase strength and bone density as well as improve balance and flexibility.

Drop by this Wed, June 13th @ 3 p.m. for a group discussion with Jim Cone. Jim is combat veteran, retired from the Naval Reserves. He has been counseling those suffering from psychological trauma for about 30 years. This free self-help discussion class is for veterans, first responders, and anyone who believes they have suffered an emotional trauma in their lives or cares for someone who has.

Come and explore the world of dreams each Monday at 9:30 a.m. Roy Kiefer will moderate the group using the Jungian school of thought.

On Friday, June 15th @ 4:30 p.m. join us for a Father’s Day celebration! We’ll be serving hamburgers, hotdogs, drinks and cake for $5 per person. Please feel free to bring any side dishes!

Our Casino excursion to the Ohkay has been moved from Wed. the 20th to Tues. the 19th. The trip cost is $25. Seating is limited so please call soon to reserve your spot!

Wednesday, June 20th @ 10 a.m. Mary Dereng will conduct a free craft workshop. Come join us and be creative! 

The following weekly activities are for all seniors whether you are a member or not.

* Billiards Play.

* Coffee social hour @ 8 a.m.

* Puzzle construction.

* Dime Bingo, M-Th from 1 p.m.-3 p.m. Free to members. $2 fee for non-members.

* Dream Workshop with Roy Kiefer on Mondays @ 9:30 a.m.

* Tai Chi with Lyn Johnson is moving to Tuesday mornings at 9 a.m. throughout the summer and Wednesdays @ 5:30 p.m. The Wed. class is free to members of the Alamosa Senior Citizens and $10 per class for all others.

* Free 5 point ear acupuncture conducted by Rick Wertz each Tuesday @ 9:30 a.m. for veterans and seniors 50 & over.

* Knitting/Crocheting group meets each Monday throughout the summer @ 10:30 a.m. and the Mah Jongg group @ 1 p.m.

* Linda Falkenthal is here each Friday from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. to help with your computer, smart phone or tablet needs. Call to sign up for a session.

* Chair Yoga - Fridays @ 10 a.m.

* Dominoes - Fridays @ 12:30 p.m.

* Daily transportation is available for seniors 60 and over between 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Please call ahead at least 24 hours in advance to schedule a ride for errands, Dr. visits, grocery shopping, dining and participating in events at the Center, etc.

* If you are not yet a member, please consider joining us! Regular annual membership is $30 per person or for an Ambassador membership $100 per person. We are located at 92 Colorado in Alamosa adjacent to Cole Park. Hours of operation are: M-Th 8 a.m.-3 p.m. & Fridays 8 a.m-2 p.m., 719-589-3277.