THE HUB DIRECTOR'S CORNER

On my mind and from the heart...

Last month we had a hopping good time at The HUB celebrating the Easter holiday.

At The HUB, we love to throw a party and invite the whole town. Seeing people of all ages come together and share smiles is one of my favorite parts of being the Executive Director at The HUB.

This year we had a record turnout and over 1,000 families hopped to The HUB for some good old fashioned fun and community. 



After any event there is an exhilarating exhaustion that comes from the planning, execution, and elation of the event that I have come to know well. I have learned to schedule down time on the week following a large event. I was enjoying a little bit of down time and was headed into the HUB later in the evening than normal and encountered one of our clients. She yelled, “BETH”, from across the parking lot, I slowed to see how I could help her. 

She was thanking me, my staff, volunteers, and sponsors profusely for all the hard work that went into making the last event a raging success. She shared with me that she had brought a friend’s elementary aged and teen aged grandkids to our event. Her friend had recently been diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia and she had been helping out as much as she could. This included watching over her grandchildren from time to time. 

Her friend lost her battle with this horrible cancer right before Spring Break and the family was in tatters. The kids came to our event and she told me that it was so nice to see the kids smile and laugh and be kids for these precious few hours. Her words of thanks encouraged me so very much. We all need a place to laugh, smile, and share moments of joy with each other--a safe place to enjoy life together. I feel so very blessed that for many people in our community, The HUB is that place at one time or another.

What a wonderful gift we get to give, a shelter from the storm of life. Those few hours spent laughing and smiling will make huge strides in healing the wounds of grief that tore through this family’s soul. A pause button in the pain of sorrow, a refresh to the spirit giving them the strength they need to make it through another day. 



Thank you for being a part of the magic that happens at The HUB in the everyday moments of life.

Beth Gizzi

Executive Director, The HUB

web site: HUBhappenings.org

email:     thehubcenterforseniors@gmail.com

phone:    (360) 275-0535, ext 2601

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ART FOR ALL AGES

The Hood Canal Salmon Enhancement Group are our guest artists this month, featuring recycled art projects. Guest artist are on site at Art for All Ages Art Afternoon from 1-3 pm.

The HUB will also be rolling out the start of the AMAZINGLY EXCITING ROCK INSPIRATION GARDEN. Come help us paint rocks and fill the rock garden.

Saturday May 6, 11:00 am - 3:00 pm.

Made possible by Kitsap Bank. Class by donation. Come down and get creative and do art and/or craft at your leisure. We have a variety of art and craft supplies that you are free to use. Can also bring a project you are working on from home too! Every month will feature one guest artist.

We will have all kinds of arts and crafts supplies-- just about every imaginable art supply to make your project a success. Come spend the afternoon enjoying this FREE art and craft time. The best part is you take home your creations and leave the mess for us.

Starting May 8, come to The HUB and paint rocks Monday through Thursday between 10 am and 2 pm.

Join us on Saturday, May 13, starting at 11:00 am, for an afternoon of FUN, FASHION and ART. We are hosting a Wearable Art Fashion Show brought to you by local artisans. This is a one-of-a-kind show that has never been done before in this county.

We will be featuring hand pieces, leather work, reworked clothing, hand crafted clothing and more, all modeled by local models of all ages and sizes.

Tickets are only $30 per person. Lunch will be served and is included in the cost of admission. All guests will leave with a unique swag bag to remember this wonderful afternoon.

The HUB Shop will feature 50% off everything that day for Wearable Art Fashion Show ticket holders, so be prepared to update your spring look at a fraction of the cost. Grab a friend or two and come down for a fabulous afternoon. Ticket prices increase at the door. so purchase yours in advance to have some extra dollars to spend on custom art attire.

ESSENTIAL

EMOTIONS

Immediately following every Art for All Ages Art Afternoon join us for Essential Emotions. This is a class led by Dotterra oils expert Gwen Wood. She will explain how essential oils are widely used for their physical health benefits, but few have understood the scope of their healing capabilities. In Essential Emotions, essential oils are introduced as powerful emotional healers.

In addition, she will teach coping techniques for dealing with powerful emotions, techniques such as write and burn exercises, scrap book journaling and other ways to deal with stress, anger, grief and anxiety. This is a free class with no obligation to purchase anything. It is perfect for children age 10 or more, teenagers and adults looking for new ways to cope with the stress of life. Runs from 3-5pm every first Saturday of the month.

PET WEEK

Come on down to our FUR, FIN, AND FEATHERS SALE May 25-27 in the Great Room.

We have saved and squirreled away all things pet and garden. We have a HUGE selection of outdoor merchandise as well as garden supplies and all things pet for your shopping enjoyment in the great room each day from 9:30-5:30pm.

This runs in conjunction with the HUB Shop May 22-27, where we will have pet themed fun all week in the store so stop by and check us out,

Do you have a pet or two? Love them? Well, have them be a part of the Pet Fashion Show Contest. Snap a pic of your favorite critter dressed or posed and send it to thehubbelfair@gmail.com. Entries must be submitted by Friday, May 26 by 3:00 pm. The community will vote on a winner on Saturday, May 27. Vote must be cast in person at The HUB from 11-2.

Also, Saturday, May 27 is our Pet Palooza Party from 11-2 pm. We will feature pet themed vendors onsite. We will also have professional pet photos on site from 11-2 pm by Heather Reese Photography. There is a charge for photos. 

Welcome to our NEW HUB Shop Supervisor Tabitha Davis

Tabitha has worked in the rain, snow, sleet and sun at the back dock for The HUB Shop for over 3 years. She has been the smiling face of The HUB Shop donation area and has mastered all of the job functions inside the store. We are proud to announce that she is the now The HUB Shop Supervisor. She looks forward to her new role because she LOVES our clients and the customers that make the work we do worth all the effort. When Tabitha isn’t on the clock you can find her volunteering to make the world a better place, spending time with family and friends and when the Washington weather cooperates she prefers to be outdoors at the lake or other body of water. She loves to cuddle with her 2 cats Bodhi and Stormie and her dog named Annie. We look forward to all the amazing ideas she has to make The HUB Shop the best thrift store around!

THE HUB SHOP

May is Fiesta month at The HUB and The HUB Shop....

May 5-6

--$7 Bag Sale on May 5 and 6

May 18

--BOGO FREE Shoes & Clothing

May 25-27

--Fur, Fin & Feathers Pet Sale, 9:30 - 5:30 in the Great Room

May 27

--50% Off Everything in the store

--Pet Palooza in the Great Room 11-2, Professional Pet Portraits, Pet Resources, Giveaways.

Memorial Day, May 29

Store wide 50% off sale. Store hours 10-2 (dock will be closed to donations).

Every Wednesday is Fiesta Wheel Wednesday, so come during the month of May and make a purchase and spin the Wacky Wheel of Savings for some extra savings sure to make you feel like every Wednesday is a Fiesta!

Join us for some family fun at The HUB on Friday, May 19 at 6:30 pm for Fiesta family bingo.

Bring your neighbors, friends and family and head to The HUB for some fun, snacks, and prizes. Wear your fiesta themed clothing and be entered in a drawing for a fun prize. 

Admission is $7 and includes a BINGO pack that plays all 8 games. Or reserve a private table for $50 that comes with 6 BINGO packs.

Purchase tickets HERE online, or in person Monday-Thursday at The HUB or at the door. Limited seating recommended to buy a tickets in advance. Food and drinks available for purchase on site. Come win some awesome prizes for those of all ages.

Have you secured your tickets to the gala of the year?

Tickets available for purchase HERE.

We are also seeking any flavor unopened bottles of wine, and any unused gift cards you may have laying in your desk drawer or wallet for our gala.

MONDAY LIVE MUSIC

Live music with Blue Suede Shoes every Monday, 10 am - Noon, $2 members, $5 for non-members. Bring a snack to share and dust off your dancing shoes. Coffee and water provided.

TUESDAY LIVE MUSIC

Live music with The Stragglers every Tuesday, 10 am - Noon, $2 members, $5 for non-members.

THE MEMOIR WRITING CLUB

Every Monday, 12:30-2 pm. $5 for non-members, $2 for members.

NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS

In person meeting, Tuesdays, 7-8 pm

AMERICAN LEGION POST 200

Third Thursday 6 pm. Contact info: Post Commander Roy Harrington, 206-817-8815, rcfh55@yahoo.com.

OLYMPIC PENINSULA TREASURE HUNTERS

Meets the first Sunday of the month 1-4 pm.

MAHJONG

Every Tuesday at 1:00 pm. $5 for non-members and $2 for members. All skill levels welcome--we will teach you how to play.

TAI CHI

Wednesday at 10:30-11:45 am. Perfect class to join if you are looking to improve you balance. Great for beginners. The last 15 minutes will be more a more advanced session. $5 for non-members, $3 for members

ZUMBA GOLD

Every Tuesday and Thursday at 8:30-9:15 am. $6 for non-members and $4 for members. All skill levels welcome. Perfect for active older adults. Class focuses on all elements of fitness: Cardiovascular, muscular conditioning, flexibility, and balance.

DANCE FITNESS

Every Wednesday at 8:30 am. $5 for non-members, $3 for members. Come have fun dancing and getting fit together.

PAINT & (COFFEE) SIP

May 11th at 10am. Must pre-order. Cost $25. Come paint a cute little bird and flower on a slab of wood and relax with coffee.

CARD MAKING

Usually the first Thursday of the month. Watch our calendar as it sometimes changes. All supplies included. $5 for non-members and $2 for members.

P.A.C.K.

P.A.C.K. aka People for Animal Care & Kindness is a non profit organization that meets in The HUB parking lot once a month on the 3rd Wednesday to pass out pet food and supplies to those in need.

NORTH SHORE DINNER CHURCH

Attend the North Shore Dinner Church services at The HUB every Sunday at 5 pm. Free Community Dinner served at 5pm.

NM CHAMBER OF COMMERCE LUNCHEON

Monthly on the 4th Wednesdays of the month. Call the North Mason Chambers for more info at 360-552-2377.

HUB OPERATIONS

Operating Hours

Monday - Thursday, 10 am - 4 pm,

We are now closed on Fridays except for special events. The HUB Shop can help with other needs like Medical Lending and other Neighbors Helping Neighbors services on Fridays.

The HUB Center is open for walk in services. These include the medical lending library, food commodities, in kind donations of clothing and household goods, book lending library, free food pantry on-site at The HUB.

The HUB is available for rental. We would love to host your next birthday, anniversary, work party or fundraiser. The HUB has a large commercial kitchen that is available to rent for small businesses as well as for parties. Let us make your next party a hassle free event. Call us or walk in for rates. Members receive deep discounts.

Classes and activities are updated throughout the month. Please check our social media and website or more details.

The HUB

P.O. Box 2697

Belfair, WA 98528

(360) 275-0535|

theHUBcenterforseniors@gmail.com

www.HUBhappenings.org