ALAMOSA — Thanks to everyone who made our 2nd Annual Patio Sale a success! Thanks to those who donated items, and to Karen Stills, Nancy Maestas, Joe Santisteven, Lucy Archuleta, Linda Avila, Becky Bender, Cletus Reinbarger, Donna Swartz, Jeff Otey, Nadine Gurule, Julian Garcia, Judy Wiescamp, Peggy Curto and Donna Ford for helping with the organization and operation of the sale! As always, I don’t know what we would do without you all! Your tireless support encourages and uplifts me!!

We also want to say how much we appreciated such exuberant help received from Sanford, La Jara, Center and Alamosa Cub Scout packs attending the Passport to Adventure Day Camp held last week at Cole Park. They helped us to sort sale items, cleaned the patio area, washed windows and pulled weeds! Three cheers for the Cub Scouts and their awesome leaders!

August 11th from 1 p.m. – 6 p.m. Workman Firearms presents a Concealed Carry Course. There is no charge for members of the Alamosa Senior Citizens, $20 for non-members 55 and over, & $40 for all others. Registration is encouraged but not necessary. 

Wednesday, August 15th, the Senior Center Bus departs @ 7:45 a.m. for Buffalo Thunder Casino. Seating is limited so call soon to reserve your spot.

On Thursday, August 16th, (time to be determined) a Colorado dental insurance company will conduct a focus group here at the Alamosa Senior Citizens Center. The purpose is to better understand the oral health care needs of senior citizens in rural communities and thus better serve them. Anyone who participates in the group will be provided a financial incentive for their time. Please call to register as space is limited.

The Colorado Gerontological Society will conduct a round table regarding Health Insurance Literacy on Tuesday, August 28th @10:30 a.m. Topics include: Immunizations, Advance-Directives, Financial Assistance, Medicare, Medications, Doctor Visits, Health Literacy & Health Insurance.

On August 30th @ 10 a.m. Rogers Mortuary and Hospice del Valle welcomes all to attend a Final Wishes & Pre-Arranging Presentation. There are many things in life that are out of our hands. The five wishes document gives you a way to control something very important – How you want to be treated if you become seriously ill. Pre-arranging is another way for you to express your desires and provide comfort to your loved ones in a difficult time of loss. Documents will be provided.

Mark your calendars for Saturday, September 1st! Join us for a scrumptious Early Iron breakfast of biscuits & sausage gravy, hash browns, scrambled eggs, coffee, tea, milk, or juice. Breakfast is served from 7 am – 10 am. Children 12 – under $4, Adults $7.

All aboard for the 2019 Alamosa Seniors Rail Adventure!  Don’t miss                                                             the “Gold Rush to Rain Forest” informational meeting taking place on Thursday, September 13th @ 11 a.m.  This trip is a dream come true! Join us as we explore the Canadian Rockies from the fantastic scenery of Calgary, Banff, Yoho and Jasper National Parks (with plenty of leisure time to explore on your own), to the beautiful Canadian peaks, lakes and rivers from the comfort of your luxury train car aboard the “Rocky Mountaineer”.

The following weekly activities are for all seniors whether you are a member or not. Please come and join us!

* Billiards Play.

* Coffee social hour @ 8:30 a.m.

* Puzzle construction.

* M, W & F Strong Bones with Mary Ellen Fleming @ 9:30 a.m.

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

* Tai Chi with Lyn Johnson Tuesday mornings at 8:30 am 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. Those who participate note less stress & anxiety, & better sleep.

* Sewing Group (includes Knitting, Crocheting, Quilting and anything you want to work on) meets each Monday throughout the summer @ 10:30 a.m. and the Mah Jongg group @ 1pm.

* Linda Falkenthal is here each Friday from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. to help with your computer, smart phone or tablet needs. Call to sign up for a session.

* There will be no chair yoga during the month of August.

* 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 am-3 p.m. & Fridays 8 a.m.-2 p.m. 719-589-3277.