THE HUB DIRECTOR'S CORNER

On my mind and from the heart...

I love being a mother it’s one of the things that if you would’ve told me years ago, that I would have been and enjoyed, I would’ve laughed. Now being the mother of four, there’s a special kind of fierce love that comes from being a parent that until you are one; then you just can’t explain it.

The other day , I was at the car wash, and I paused for a moment, because this is one of the few times that I consider, “what would it be like to be without any children? “. As I stare at the scene in my car; it looks like gummy bear king and the french fry lord went to war, and they were all captured and killed by a  slobbering black and white creature from the underworld.

I pause and allow myself to daydream about driving a red Porsche with the top down and the wind blowing though my hair in my nice clean car that has never been molested by the dirt and grime of everyday family life. ..

Then the vacuum cleaner turns off and I have to stand up and push the button to keep cleaning up the toxic waste in my car. 

Yes, indeed I do love my children and that is what love is really all about, going through the good times, and the messy times as well. Cleaning up the messes with a  light heart and teaching the ones you love to find humor in the difficult days and hopefully pitch in with the workload.

February is the month of love , I hope that you take in stride all the messy moments  and don’t let a little dirt keep you from sharing love and enjoying even the messiest of times with the ones you love.

Beth Gizzi

Executive Director, The HUB

web site: HUBhappenings.org

email:thehubcenterforseniors@gmail.com

phone:(360) 275-0535, ext 2601

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It’s a Love Fest at The HUB-

Saturday February 10th

9- 2pm

A fundraiser with so many ways to participate you will want to choose at least one!

~Pancake Breakfast -cooked by The HUB Board of Directors 9-11am $7 for those 18 or under or 55 or better $10 everyone else. Includes pancakes and fresh fruit, coffee, cocoa or hot tea. Plus includes a complimentary Love Themed photo by Heather Reese Photography in a keepsake photo holder.

~Breakfast Hearts BINGO- 10am-noon. $1 per card or buy a card that plays the whole time for $5. You can by multiple cards for extra ways to win. Play for a variety of love themed prizes for those of all ages.

~Love Themed Photos- 10am-1pm Photos of the ones you love in a love keepsake frame done by Heather Reese Photography $5 per photo or get one complimentary with each pancake breakfast admission

~Love Themed Crafternoon-noon-2pm Pancakes or BINGO not your thing? Come spend an afternoon crafting with us. Homemade Valentines cards and cookie decorating.$2 each cookie or 3 for $5. Valentines cards are complimentary, but donations are always welcomed.

~While you are at The HUB visit our thrift store and get 50% off the entire HUB Shop because we love our customers! The HUB Shop is open 9:30-5:30pm

~Silent auction items all day. Bid on packages sure to delight all the ones you love.

~All Proceeds will go to help the HUB pay down the principal of our EIDL (Economic Injury Disaster Loan) that we acquired during the COVID pandemic. Cash or Check donations accepted as well.~

Saturday February 17th 2:30 pm

Are single? Age 50 or better ? This event is for you. Especially if the bar scene isn't quite your thing. This is a unique event to help you find someone to spend time with. Come get out of yuour comfort zone in a safe and fun enviroment and see what haoppens next. If nothing else you will leave having eaten some scrumptious food ,a professional photo and a dating profile drafted for you to use as you would like.

Admission is for one adult age 50 or better.

Admission includes appetizers, dessert samplers, 1 complimentary drink adult or non alcoholic. 1 professional photo, help drafting a dating profile, a group ice breaker, organized speed dating rounds and a social time to mix , mingle and enjoy at a beautiful centrally located venue, The HUB. Ticket prices are $10 in advance or $15 at the door .

Purchase your admission on EventGroove or at The HUB

It is never too late for love.....

Paint and Sip

Coffee

2/9

10 am

Admission includes step by step instructions and all supplies needed to leave with a completed project. Includes refreshments of coffee ,tea and/or tea. Plus delicious pastries or donuts to enjoy as you spend an afternoon crafting a delightful creation with Janelle. This is a great way to spend an afternoon with friends at The HUB.

Featured Classes and Actvities at The HUB

Fitness Land- It is not too late to keep those 2024 New Year'gs resolutions and we have a fun way to keep you on track of all your fitness goals. Play Fitness Land by completing eligible actvities and collectimg your game card and moving along the giant Fitness Land gameboard. One person will win the grand prize but every person to cross the fitness line will win. Find out more and see eligible actvities here.

Tech Thursdays at The HUB- Every 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month join Matt from the North Mason Timberland Library at noon. He will be here to answer all your tech questions, Bring your device and questions he will provide answers to what is troubling your tech life. No cost to come thanks to the partnership with North Mason Timberland Library Adult Programing Department.

The InBetween-Thursdays 9:40-10:10 A Mindfull Meditation session in Kirtan Yoga. This class is inbetween two of our other amzing fitness and wellness classes. Zumba and Chair Yoga. Come to all three or pick 1 or two to boost your wellness routine. This is a complimentay class,

Fresh Soup and Salad Bar-Every Monday and Tuesday. Served up fresh at noon. Many price points to choose from and a pay what you can option as well.

Surprise BINGO-Every 1st and third Wednesdays at 3:30 pm. $1 game cards. This is family BINGO with a surprise twist. Play for a SURPRISE gift each game. Concessions available including .25 cent popcorn. This is a great way to spend an afternoon this winter.

Creative Music Workshop-3rd Friday of the month at 4pm. Come listen, watch and learn. Bring any musical instrument you have or some are provided. Bring a snack to share if you like. This is open to all ages and is an informal fun way to learn more about music and make some new friends. All skill levels accepted. Made possible thanks to Art Cothray and Heather Reese Photography.

Support Groups and Resources

Alzheimers and Dementia Caregivers Support Group- Meets the first Thursday of each month at 1pm at The HUB. This is a no cost group thanks to hospital district #2 and because of the generosity of Haven in Allyn who leads the support group.

Good Grief-Meets every Monday at The HUB at 1pm. This is not your regular support group. Come share life and learn valuable resources that will help you live a more active and full life after suffering from a loss. This group is for ladies only. More information cane be found at https://supportgoodgrief.org/

Widowers Mens Breakfast-NEW THIS MONTH! every 3rd Friday of the month at 9 am at The HUB. Sponsored by The Good Grief Group. This is a time for men who have lost a partner to come and enjoy a breakfast togehter. There is no fee and no obligation to do anything but eat a good meal. Come celebrate the start of this breakfast. The HUB is seeking one person to be the designated key holder for the group. We are looking for a widower that would be willing to be the key holder each week or share the responsibility with someone else. There is no other obligation than that. If you are interested please email The HUB at thehubcenterforseniors@gmail.com.

Senior Food Commodties-Do you need a little help stretching your budget farther? Give us a call or come in to see if you are eliginle for an extra 40 lbs of food per month. Call us at 360-275-0535

This is but a small sampling of classes and actvities at The HUB.To look at the full calendar of events download the calendar at the end of this newsletter or visit us at https://hubhappenings.org/

More than just a Support Group

The Good Grief Foundation, a 5013c nonprofit organization, is dedicated to supporting widows and widowers in their journey of grief and loss. It serves as a marketing, public relations, and funding source for Good Grief Support Groups tailored specifically to this demographic. The foundation solicits funds to provide financial assistance for the temporary needs of grieving individuals, such as counseling, transportation, housing, and more.

 Since its inception, it has made a significant impact by disbursing funds to assist widows in various ways. 

Additionally, the foundation operates a Good Grief Support Group that has been consistently empowering and educating widows for over six years, fostering a unique sisterhood where members support one another, model courage, and find stability in their constant adjustment to life after loss.

The HUB is proud to work in partnership with the Good Grief Group Foundation to bring you the Good Grief Support Group on Mondays at 1pm, The Widowers Breakfast on the 3rd Friday of the month at 9 am as well as help connect people with a one time finacial need to the Good Grief Foundation. Find out more at supportgoodgrief.org

Mark Your March Calendars Now...

Shamrock Family BINGO-February March 1st game play starts at 6:30 pm

The HUB Shop -Sales Helping Other People

The HUB Shop is located at 111 NE old Belfair Hwy. Belfair, WA 98528 and is a large part of the way that we support our programs and other actvties. We are always seeking individuals to do a large variety of tasks to keep the store operations running smoothly.

One amazing group of volunteers that we like to call the "Store Sunday Saints" come in every Sunday and restock, reset and tidy up the store for business the next week. If you or someone you know is looking for a way to make a difference, we would love to talk to you.

Send us an email and let us know you would like to help.

Did you know that The HUB Shop carries a large selection of new and gently used goods including electronics, holiday decorations, clothing, toys,shoes, arts and crafts, bedding, housewares and furniture?

Although we have low prices we know that sometimes people cannot afford what they need. We run a generous Neighbors Helping Neighors program that gifts goods to those in need in the community

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Last year we gave away over $150,000 in merchandise! If you or someone you know is in need then let us see how we can help.

The HUB

P.O. Box 2697

Belfair, WA 98528

(360) 275-0535|

theHUBcenterforseniors@gmail.com

www.HUBhappenings.org

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