What a fantastic turnout we had for our Annual Christmas Bazaar! I am so blessed and thankful for all of those who donated items, cooked and helped serve breakfast (and the yummiest cinnamon rolls ever!), helped to set up, work the cash registers and helped to clean up. I would say that this year’s Christmas Bazaar and Raffle was a roaring success thanks to all of you!

As we prepare to celebrate Christmas, this scripture comes to mind, Luke 2:14 “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.”

Be sure to mark these coming events on your calendar:

* Friday, December 8th Daniel Workman will conduct a Concealed Carry Training Class at 1 p.m. and the shooting range portion Saturday the 8th at 9 a.m. Class is free for members of the Alamosa Senior Citizens, $20 for seniors over 60 and $40 for all others. Please call the center @ 719-589-3277 to register.

* Due to unforeseen circumstances, we had to change the date for our Cities of Gold excursion from Tuesday the 5th to Tuesday the 12th so please give us a call if you want to join us!

* Ann Carter will be conducting a Healthy Living for Your Brain & Body class at the Senior Center on Thursday, December 14th @ 10 a.m. (The Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group will meet right after the class) For centuries we’ve known that the health of the brain and the body are connected. But now, science is able to provide insights into how to optimize our physical and cognitive health as we age. Join us to learn about research in the areas of diet and nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity and social engagement.

* Friday, December 15th @ 2 p.m. the Alamosa Senior Citizens’ cordially invite you to our Ladies Christmas Tea. Wear your favorite hat and bring your favorite tea cup! (We have cups to share if you don’t have one…) Tea delicacies will be provided, but if you have something special you would like to share, feel free to bring it! The music is a special surprise!

Weekly activities are for all seniors whether you are a member or not and include:

* 9 a.m. Coffee Social Hour.

* Billiards – tournament team competition / free play.

* Puzzles construction.

* Line Dancing with Karen Stills each Tuesday @ 10 a.m.

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

* Free 5 point ear acupuncture each Tuesday @ 10:30 a.m. for veterans and immediate family

* Free 5 Point ear acupuncture each Wed @ 10:30 a.m. for those 50 and over.

* Bridge or dominoes – Wednesdays @ 1 p.m.

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

* Chair Yoga – December 8th & 15th @ 10 a.m.

* Daily transportation for seniors from 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Call ahead at least 24 hours in advance to schedule a ride for errands, Dr. visits, grocery shopping, dining at the center, etc. In case of inclement weather, please call the center for information regarding a possible closure or time delay, 719-589-3277. 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.