Contacts
| 60+ Activity Center 20 SE 2nd, Newport, OR 97365 |
541.265.9617 |
| Peggy O'Callaghan, Coordinator | 541.574.5459 |
| Meals on Wheels | 541.574.0669 |
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Hours
| Monday | 8:30AM − 8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 8:30AM − 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:30AM − 5:00PM |
| Thursday & Friday | 8:30AM − 5:00PM |
| Saturday | 9:30AM − 4:00PM |
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Ways to Help
Friends of the 60+ Center Amazon Smile
Friends of the 60+ Center Fred Meyer Community Rewards (Listed under "The Friends of Newport Senior Activity Center" #CU972)
Educational Activities
Living and Learning ...The City of Newport proudly provides and supports the 60+ community with engaging educational opportunities. We at the 60+ encourage new ideas and embrace new educational possibilities. Please share your ideas with us.
BEACHCOMBING 101: AGATES OF THE OREGON COAST
Thursday, May 14, 2020
2:00-3:00 pm
The Oregon Coast “Rock Doc” and author of the pocket guide Agates of the Oregon Coast, K T Myers, will be at the Newport 60+ Activity Center on Thursday, May 14, 2020, 2:00-3:00 p.m. She will be talking about the most desirable stones from agates to zeolites and everything in between that may be commonly found along the Pacific coastline. There will be a display to see and feel these samples up close and personal.
You are also invited to bring a sample found along the beach that you would like to be identified.
SOCIAL SECURITY SEMINAR
July 22, 2020
12:00 - 1:00 pm
Duane Silbernagel, a Financial Advisor with Waddell & Reed, Inc., will present "Filing for Social Security: Flexibility and Choices for Your Retirement Income."
This educational presentation about Social Security filing options includes ample opportunity for questions. There is no charge for this event, and you are welcome to bring guests.
Please R.S.V.P. to Duane Silbernagel, or Abbie Summers at 541-614-1322 or DSilbernagel@WRAdvisors.com.
WATERCOLOR ART
Date & Time: TBA
Shirley Steinhauer will again be offering a free watercolor class for those people interested in learning how to create their own masterpiece! All materials are provided, but people who do have their own supplies are encouraged to bring the supplies to class. Class size is limited, and pre-registration is required, so sign up now!
COLORED PENCIL
Date & Time: TBA
Shirley Steinhauer will again be offering a free colored pencil class for those people interested in learning how to create their own masterpiece! All materials are provided, but people who do have their own supplies are encouraged to bring the supplies to class. Class size is limited, and pre-registration is required, so sign up now!
Telecommunication Devices Access Program (TDAP) Presentation
Date & Time: TBA
The Telecommunication Devices Access Program (TDAP) is a state government program that loans specialized communications equipment AT NO COST and with no income restrictions to eligible Oregon residents who have experienced hearing loss, vision loss, mobility limitations, speech or memory issues.
Please join us as Kevin Roebke, Residential Service Protection Fund Outreach Coordinator with the Public Utility Commission of Oregon, explains the program and answers your questions.
BENEFITS OF ANIMAL COMPANIONSHIP PRESENTATION
CANCELLED
Date & Time: TBA
Emily DeHuff, President of FOLCAS (Friends of Lincoln County Animals), Laura Braxling, Director of the Lincoln County Animal Shelter, and Angela Pieti and Heather Lee of the Central Coast Humane Society will have a panel discussion on the benefits of animal companionship.
Some specific potential benefits of owning – or even being near – companion animals include: fewer feelings of loneliness, more compatibility among humans, fewer allergies, certain health benefits, and enhancement of ability to meet other people.
EV, YIPPEE!
CANCELLED
Date & Time: TBA
The presentation, by EV enthusiast Paul Reno, will touch on a bit of Electric Vehicle (EV) history, then describe the basic differences among the types of EVs and their pros and cons. The ecological and economic benefits of EV ownership will be covered as well as noting the variety of EVs currently on the market, and models which may become available soon. Additionally, explanation of the factors which are important in deciding whether or not the purchase (or leasing) of an EV is practical for a particular individual/family/fleet will be presented. Lastly, why EVs get such “fake newsy” treatment.
ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM PRESENTATION
Date & Time: TBA
Julie Foust, Energy Assistance Eligibility Specialist with Community Services Consortium, will be at the Newport 60+ Activity Center to provide information about the energy assistance program and answer your questions.
The Energy Assistance Program helps people who qualify as low income with a ONCE a year payment to their heating/energy bills.
AMERICAN RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE
Date & Time: TBA
To schedule an appointment, call 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit redcrossblood.org and enter sponsor code: NewportCommunity.
Streamline your donation experience and save up to 15 minutes by visiting RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass to complete your pre-donation reading and health history questions on the day of your appointment.
DUPLICATE BRIDGE CLUB
Tuesdays, 1:00 pm
Fridays, 1:15 pm
2nd Saturday of each month, 10:00 am
KNITTING GROUP
Tuesdays, 3:00 - 4:30 pm
Crafty fun for all ages, make and female, Knitting is a great tool to keep your fingers limber and your mind sharp while enjoying the company of their knitter usually working on a community donation project. Supplies abound, so come and join in on any Tuesday afternoon. This group is led by Barbara Hendricks who has many years of teaching experience.
LE CLUB FRANCAIS
Wednesdays, 10:00 am - 12:00 noon
"Parlez vous, francais? Oui, un peu." Come and enjoy this group to listen as well as practice speaking this wonderful romantic language.
MIND GAMES
Thursdays, 11:00 am
Improve your cognitive function with this group. Activities include fun filled computer games, riddles, and puzzles.
WRITERS GROUP
Saturdays, 1:00-3:00 pm
Writers Group is an ongoing activity at the 60+ Center that involves participants writing their own stories. Writers do not have to read, although stories are read to one another at each weekly meeting. Pick up a copy of their published book, "Memoirs," available at the 60+ Center gift shop.
MEDICARE 101 PRESENTATION
Date/Time: TBA
You are invited to learn about your Medicare choices and next steps at an upcoming Medicare 101 educational workshop at the Newport 60+ Activity Center. The better you understand your options, the better choices you can make to protect yourself from high medical costs in the future.
During the one-hour presentation, you will gain the knowledge needed to make informed decisions and to pick a plan that works best for you when the time comes.
Presenter Audra Fullan is a Regence Medicare Sales Executive in Oregon representing both Medicare Advantage and Medigap plans.
BEFORE END OF LIFE:
NUTS & BOLTS
Date/Time: TBA
Its always too soon, until its too late.....
Wherever you are in this journey of life, there will be an end point. Taking care of business now to help guide both you and your loved ones will make the process easier.
This program helps guide you to organize life and care information. This course is for families, friends, individuals, and caregivers. Facilitator Barbara Bush is an RN with experience in Emergency, Disaster, and Hospice settings.
