Pete Harman Day

Our Pete Harman Day theme this year was Aloha Pete.  Those who wanted to wore the island attire.  It was exciting to see so many get into the groove of it. All the photos are not going to be shown in this article and can be seen on the blog under Photos of Patrons on the right hand side of the blog.

The entertainment tried to teach some from the audience how to dance.  Look at the lady teaching in front.  I think that she has a little giggle in there, what do you think?  We had a great time.

Everyone did their best to dance the island way.  The thumbs up was a relieved teacher, that no one got bopped in the head with the balls on the strings. 

The good times rolled on and the food was great.  Most of all, we thank Pete for his love and support of this wonderful center.  It has changed peoples lives.  It gives them happiness that their own four walls at home don't have.   So with a twinkle of happiness in our eyes and a smile on our faces, we look forward to another great year a head.

Big Whopping Liar Contest

We had a BIG WHOPPING LIAR CONTEST October 13th.  The participants were to tell short stories, and the audience voted whether it was true or false.  Some of the stories were some whoppers, that's for sure.  Meet some of our Big Whopping Liars.

Terry Facer

Vickie Smith

Marilyn Johnson

Doyle Johnson

Carolyn Mayoh

Judy Slaughter

Vickie Banks

David Walker

 

 Virginia Shay

 Doris Bohman

 Warren Overson

Danna Polad

Maybe next year you may want to be a Big Whopping Liar.

Halloween Was A Blast!

October was very festive. The events spun from one to another. No one has been bored here. To start with, some of our crew decided to try driving to the Gardener Village trip themselves.

It didn't take them long to figure they'd better let Danna drive them to their location. (You know how independent seniors like to be at times).It was a safe landing. Do they look a little relieved?

October 28th, the West Valley Small World Pre-School children came Trick or Treating! Thanks to the help from the West Valley City Police department, the children were safe coming and going.

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We had a lot of fun with the children.  They are always adorable.  Our patrons sit on the chairs giving out candy as the children circle around holding their trick or treat bags open.  The children also treat us with their Halloween poems and songs.  We love spending time with the little spooks.

Cooking for One Recipes

Chicken Enchiladas

3 flour tortillas
1/2 cup cooked and shredded chicken
1/4 coup guacamole dip
1/4 cup refried beans
1 10oz. can mild enchilada sauce
1 cup shredded mild cheddar cheese
Vegetable cooking spray

Pour enchilada sauce into microwaveable 2 cup dish, just enough to cover the bottom (about 2 tablespoons). Spray tortillas with vegetable spray, both sides. Microwave on paper towels about 15 seconds. Spread refried beans on tortilla, leaving about a 1/2 inch border and spread guacamole on top of beans. Place about 2 to 3 tablespoons of chicken on top of guacamole and complete with about a tablespoon of cheese. Roll up and place in bottom of pan. If the tortilla doesn't quite fit, tuck both ends under. Repeat with remaining tortillas. Pour enchilada sauce (about 1/4 cup) on top of rolled tortillas, cover with waxed paper and microwave on High for about 4 minutes (depending upon your oven). Spread about 2 tablespoons of cheese on top and microwave for about 1 minute until cheese melts. Let stand. ENJOY!

Chicken Enchiladas with White Sauce

3 flour tortillas
3 chicken tenders
1/4 cup red bell pepper, finely diced
1/4 cup green pepper, finely diced
1/4 cup onion, finely diced
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup chicken or turkey gravy
1 cup shredded mild cheddar cheese
Vegetable cooking spray

Cook chicken tenders in microwave 2 cup dish on High for about 2 minutes, remove and shred with a fork and set aside. Spray peppers and onions with vegetable spray and microwave 2 minutes and set aside. Spray each tortilla with cooking spray, both sides and place on a paper towel. Microwave tortillas on High for 15 seconds. Remove from oven and place about a tablespoon of chicken in the middle of the tortilla. Top with about a tablespoon of pepper mixture and a sprinkle of cheese. Roll up tortilla and place in dish. If the tortilla doesn't quite fit, tuck both ends under. Repeat with remaining tortillas. Combine sour cream and gravy and pour over enchiladas. Microwave on High for about 4 minutes. Spread with about 1/4 cup of cheese and microwave on High for about 1 minute. Let stand. ENJOY!

Cinnamon Rolls In A Mug

Using refrigerated cinnamon rolls in a tube, place 2 - 3 tolls (or 1 1/2 Grand rolls) in a 10oz. microwaveable mug. Microwave on High for 90 seconds. Cool and frost.

Spaghetti Pie

1 cup leftover spaghetti, warmed
1 part of butter
2 Tablespoon Parmesan cheese, grated
1 egg
1 cup spaghetti sauce
1/2 cup shredded Mozzarella Cheese

In 2 cup microwaveable dish combine spaghetti and butter and microwave for 30 seconds to melt butter. Combine egg and Parmesan cheese and stir with fork. Pour 1/2 of egg mixture into a crust in the dish. Pout pasta sauce over the center of the spaghetti and microwave on High for about 4 minutes. Sprinkle Mozzarella cheese over sauce and microwave for 1 minute on High. Let stand for about 2 minutes. ENJOY! (Cook's Note): For you creative cooks, you may use ground beef or sausage with the pasta sauce.

Muffin In A Mug

1 cup instant muffin mix, streusel cake mix or any cake mix
3 ozs. milk
1 Tablespoon mint chocolate chips (or raisins, apples, etc.)

Pour muffin mix, milk and mint chocolate chips into a 100z. microwaveable mug and mix. Microwave with seal on but not sealed for 2 minutes on High and 1 minute at 50%. (For streusel coffee cake, microwave 2 minutes on High and 2 minutes at 50%). Cool and energetically tap muffin out of the mug. Drizzle with icing or dollop with whipped topping. ENJOY! (from Eleanor's Famous Recipes III)

Wii Bowling Center Tournament 2010

We had four teams.

1st team consisted of LaRae Wickens, Vickie Smith, Steve Smith and Doris Bohman.  Out of their team Vickie Smith had the highest score.  LaRae won HONORABLE EFFORT.


2nd team members were Elizabeth Nakata, Vickie Banks, Duane Banks, and Geri Ness.  The highest score for their team was Geri Ness.

3rd team was Jay Thorsted, Rex Clark, Benita Bushnell, and Virginia Shay.  Virginia had the highest score in their team.

4th team were the OVER ALL BEST TEAM.  Team members were Mary Mecham, Jack Schmidt, Edward Shepard, and Jean Poulsen. 

Shep had the highest score of their team, and BEST MAN PLAYER.

Jean won BEST WOMAN PLAYER.

We want to thank Beverly Bobbit for donating the trophies.

Our Chess Club News

The Chess Club recently received a donation of more than 200 chess books. (The bookcase in this picture only shows part of the collection, and the rest of the books have now been added.) The books were donated by Eve Bertran on behalf of her husband Ken, who recently passed away. Ken was an avid chess player, and we are happy we can put his books to good use. The chess club meets every Wednesday at 12:30 pm, and players of all skill levels are welcome. Shown in the picture: Rodger Dick, Jay Thorsted, Dennis Creek, and Jerry Davis.

Wii Games

Our seniors love the Wii Games.  They have learned how to bowl so well on it that they join in tournaments with the other centers.  Their laughing and cheering is so loud you could swear the walls are moving.  You know they are having a good time.

Here are some of the things you could be doing on the Wii.  Boxing, Bowling, Baseball, Golf, Tennis and a whole Wii Fit (fitness) program.

The Wii Fit is played by stepping on the balance board and put your balance, strength, and flexibility to the test with more than 40 fun activities. You can check your BMI and Wii Fit Age every day to keep tabs on your health and work toward a more fit you.

We have a fun challenge. . . Edward Sheperd has bowled a 300 score. So now anyone getting a 300 score will get their name on the list. Then we will have a tornament with the 300 people.

Tia Chi

Tia Chi will benefit you by giving you better circulation, and better balance.  It has a relaxing effect on your over all body.  Tuesday 1:30 p.m.

We Know How To Enjoy Life!

Talk about a bunch of camera starved people.  We had a blast taking these pictures.  It doesn't take much to entertain people when they have each other.

We'll keep the door open for you.

(business hours that is.  Ha! Ha!)

Ping Pong

Are you open for a invigorating game of PING PONG? Bring a friend, or make a new friend to ping the pong!

Air Hockey

Slam!  Bang!  Cheer!  Air Hockey is exhilarating!  Good way to feel young for (a minute).

Basketball Toss Game

Do you want to have a ball?  Try your hand at the Basketball Toss Game.  It's fun to challenge your friends to walk the walk that they talk.  It's amazing to find you still have it in you.  Go Get 'Em!

Railroad Club

We have a miniature Railroad that is fun for those who enjoy trains.  Maybe you would like to join the Railroad Club.  For more information call the center.

Karaoke

Bring your CD's and sing with our Karaoke machine. Bring your buddies with. You can check out from the selection of CDG's the center has. Return them the same day you borrow them. If the room isn't being used for other activities, you are welcome to sing other days and times.

Greed Dice Game

A dice game of chance, skill, and decision making, and don't forget . . . GREED!  Wednesdays 11:00

Birthday Monday

Make your reservation for your Free Birthday Lunch.  We also have a drawing for gift certificates.  Usually the first Monday of every month.