THE HUB DIRECTOR'S CORNER

On my mind and from the heart...

On one of the rare moments of silence in my life, I soak in the Christmas holiday. I think, with a smile, that another year has come and gone. The glistening lights on my tree give a magical feel to the room and I take some time to reflect on all the fun moments, the accomplishments, as well as the heart break and loss that I have experienced in the last year.

As much as I love the Christmas season with all of the magic and beauty, I also look forward to a brand new year. There is something so hopeful about a blank canvas and a fresh calendar to fill with dreams and dates and hopes and projects. I love to dream large and with that comes the reality that I am not always able to see all the things I want to accomplish come to fruition.

I have learned to not dwell in disappointment when everything on my list doesn’t quite happen. I like to think of it as my mile long "want to do" list but my available time is closer to offering just a half mile. I guess that’s why the fresh new year appeals to me so much. It’s another 365 more days to Dream Big.

So, as I start to pack the Christmas decorations away, next to the ones that never quite made it from the box to the house this year, next to the lights that never got hung and the Christmas cards that are still sealed in their box , I know it’s ok. I can pack away the year 2022 with all of the happy memories as well as the tears of pain that were shed as well.

Because I have a fresh new year in front of me, a whole new start to dream the impossible, share the joy and love the everyday moments that make up a life.

Will there be heart ache, loss and disappointment? Of course there will be. But I will take those things in stride knowing that you can only appreciate joy and peace, by also feeling grief and sadness. So I welcome 2023 with open arms, because who knows I may even get those Christmas cards out next year?



Beth Gizzi

Executive Director, The HUB

web site: HUBhappenings.org

email:     thehubcenterforseniors@gmail.com

phone:    (360) 275-0535, ext 2601

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Fitness Land

Join us January through February in playing Fitness Land at The HUB.

Play a free game with us while getting healthier! Prizes for the Grand winner and all who finish!! Do any Fitness activity at The HUB, home, or any other facility to move your game piece!

Rules: Plays very similar to Candy Land!

1- Be Honest

2- Start your magnet on the start up line, ask the front desk for a magnet if you don't have one.

3- Whenever you do a fitness class at The HUB, walk 10,000 steps, do a fitness activity at another organization you get a color card

4- When you get a card, WE will move your magnet to the next color spot of your card. Get a double color? Move to the second color space. More than 1 person CAN be on the same spot. Return your card to the Front Desk.

5- First person to cross the finish line wins the grand prize. Keep playing because all who finish will still get a prize!

Art Afternoon - first Saturday of every month. This month January 7th 10-3pm. This is a free walk-in event, open to all ages, and all supplies included. We will be providing numerous recycled art supplies as well as paint, pencils, charcoal, pens, glues etc. Donations will be warmly welcomed.

Each month we will feature a new project or artist that will share their medium of art and most months there will be a hands on project to complete. This months project is craft a decorated pillow case or storage photo pouch. The special project and/or guest artist will be featured from 1-3 pm.

The main goal of this event is to provide a safe, warm, happy, well-stocked place for people of all ages to be creative and spend time with others.

Made possible by Kitsap Bank.

Sports Family Bingo

Join us for some jolly family fun at The HUB on Friday, January 20 at 6:30 pm for Sports Family Bingo!

Bring your neighbors, friends and family and head to The HUB for some fun, snacks, and prizes. Wear your sports 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-Friday 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.

Starting in February, The HUB will host a Game Show and Dinner Night. We begin with The Not-So-Newlywed Game and are looking for a few couples to compete.

Apply to be in the show by emailing thehubbelfair@gmail.com. Chosen contestants will receive admission that evening at no charge which includes dinner and 1 lucky couples will be going home with an amazing date package! 

The HUB Shop

January 13 and 14 Bag Sale at The HUB Shop. You will find all regularly priced shoes and clothing that you can fit into a bag for just $7!

Come fill your bag and update your winter wardrobe for a fraction of what you would pay at retail. 

Join us for Wednesday Sports Theme at The HUB Shop. Every Wednesday in January come into the HUB Shop wearing anything from your favorite sports team and you will get a FREE Baseball Cap and a discount to use that day. The savings are going to be out of the park on this one.

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, 1-2 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.

ORIGAMI CLASS

January 12th at 10:30 am. Members: $2 and non-members $4. Come learn how to make a German Star out of paper.

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.

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