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City of Avon Lake Department of Parks & Recreation May 2022
MEMORIAL DAY
REMEMBER & HONOR
News & Events at the Old Firehouse Community Center
MEMORIAL DAY HELP Five things NOT to do on Memorial Day.
The American Legion Post 211 is looking Memorial Day has a specific purpose, and of all veterans. But, Memorial Day allows the
for relatives of deceased veterans for a brief maintaining that purpose is important May 30. country to focus on those service members
ceremony at the Lake Shore Cemetery (Lake While there are dozens of ways you can honor who are no longer with us—an important
Road next to Veterans' Memorial Park) to be America's fallen this Memorial Day, there are a distinction.
held on Memorial Day. Please contact The few things to avoid doing to maintain the spirit 3. DON'T DISREGARD ITS IMPORTANCE
of the day. Though discounts abound for nearly every-
American Legion at 440-930-5317.
1. DON'T WISH ANYONE A "HAPPY MEMO- thing from cars to furniture to pool supplies,
RIAL DAY" that's not what the holiday is about. When
There are dozens of ways you can honor we focus only on the backyard barbecues or
America's fallen this Memorial Day. discounts on refrigerators, we allow the true
This is not Christmas! Memorial Day was not meaning to become lost.
founded in joy with the promise of bringing Grill some amazing steaks, and find the
glee each year. It was established as a way perfect mattress on sale, just don't forget
2022 TEAM FORMATION ROUND for the country to set aside time to honor to raise a glass in honor of those servicemen
Monday, May 9th | 1pm the troops who had given their lives in and women who gave the ultimate sacrifice.
The Lake House at Veterans’ Memorial Park, service to America.
4. DON'T FORGET IT EXISTS
32756 Lake Road, Avon Lake, OH 44012 In 1868, Gen. John Logan declared the day Even worse than allowing the day to
for "the purpose of strewing with flowers, or become synonymous with deep discounts
otherwise decorating the graves of com- and potato salad, is letting it slip from the
rades who died in defense of their country public's mind completely. When it becomes
during the late rebellion, and whose bodies simply a highly-anticipated extra morning
now lie in almost every city, village and of sleeping in, instead of the day of reflec-
hamlet churchyard in the land." tion and appreciation it was meant to be, we
Despite what the day has transitioned to disrespect our fallen troops.
in American culture, it was established to
May 21st from 9:00am-12:00pm at the Pool honor and remember America's fallen. 5. DON'T LET POLITICS KEEP YOU FROM
32850 Electric Boulevard RENDERING RESPECT
Each household may bring up to five standard 2. DON'T THANK THE CURRENT TROOPS Even if you don't agree with the idea of war,
size grocery bags of personal, confidential At least, don't thank them just because it's or the reasons America goes to war, or the
documents. Memorial Day. They deserve respect and policies of a particular president who was
gratitude every day of the year, but this day the Commander in Chief during a specific
is set aside specifically for America's fallen war, it doesn't matter. People have de-
warriors from every war. fended the people and interests of America
America's veterans are honored during for over 200 years, and your right to disagree
November on Veteran‚'s Day when we aim with the reasons for war should be separate
to remember and appreciate the sacrifices from your opinion of the troops themselves.
SAVE PULL TABS.
We are a collection
point for pull tabs that
will benefit Ronald
McDonald House.
Save 'em up.
Bring 'em in.
City of Avon Lake Department of Parks & Recreation
150 Avon Belden Road, Avon Lake, OH 44012
(440) 930-4130
TALK ON THE L AKE M AY 2022 PAGE 2
Fitness Classes at the Old Firehouse TUESDAY, MAY 17
Renew Active® & SilverSneakers™ compliant.
No charge for Renew Active or SilverSneakers members. Otherwise, there is
an $8.00 drop-in fee per class. 12 visit punch pass membership is available for
MENU
$60.00 which may be used for any of our regular group fitness classes.
Chicken Parmesan
BOOM MUSCLE Mon. 8a & 4p | Tues. 9a | Thur. 9a Pasta Marinara, Salad
Muscle-conditioning blocks and activity specific intervals to improve cardio- Rolls & Butter and Dessert
vascular health and functional skill. This class is designed to work all major $7.00 | $5.00 for Members | Free for 90+
muscles with a variety of strength and conditioning exercises. This sculpt- If you have paid for your lunch and you are unable to attend, you may find someone to
fill your spot. NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN. You may drop your payment off in our office,
ing class will tone upper and lower body using various equipment like hand mail it or register online at www.AvonLakeRec.com
weights, body bars, TRX, and your own body weight. This class is for all levels. FILLS UP FAST! Make reservations early.
CIRCUIT Mondays and Thursdays 10:30a-11:15a No reservations accepted after April 14th!
Standing upper-body strength work alternated with low impact cardio using Senior Hot Lunch Sponsor
a chair for standing support. A perfect 50+ class that incorporates stretching,
balance, agility and strength, along with fun music. This class utilizes various
equipment, such as weights, exercise balls, drumming sticks, and much more.
A portion of the class is seated in chairs, no floor work.
CLASSIC Wednesdays 10:30a-11:15a
Seated and Standing exercises to increase muscular strength, range of motion
and activities for daily living.
STABILITY Mondays & Wednesdays 9:30a-10:15a 90+ Senior Hot Lunch Contributor
Standing class designed to decrease the risk of falls with focus on improving
balance and lower body strength. This class is designed to increase Mobility
and Flexibility for all who are interested in increasing and maintaining daily
functionality regardless of their range of motion. The program is especially
Amy Margiotti
helpful to those suffering the effects of Parkinson's Disease and Multiple Scle- Residential Relocation Specialist and Senior Real Estate Specialist
rosis. Exercises will focus on the four components of fitness: cardio, strength,
flexibility and balance and are specifically designed to gradually improve over-
Blood Pressure Check
all fitness and to combat symptoms of disease.
Yoga Mondays 11:30a-12:15p (Chair Yoga)
In this class you will move through traditional yoga postures with the addition Tuesday, May 17
of a chair as a prop. Poses will only be done standing and/or seated in a chair. 12:30-2:30
Students will never need to get down on the floor, making this class suitable
for all experience levels and ages; for those who may be experiencing physical
Old Firehouse
complaints or for anyone looking for an extremely gentle movement and
breathing practice. University Hospitals
Wednesdays 11:30a-12:15a St. John Medical Center
Standing & seated yoga poses to increase flexibility, balance and range A CATHOLIC HOSPITAL
of motion. Modifications for poses will be offered, but students must be
able to get down to the floor and up again unassisted.
Fridays 10:00a-10:45a
This class is for all levels. Modifications for poses will be offered, but
students must be able to get down to the floor and up again unassisted.
MAY 19TH AT 2:00PM
Call (440) 930-4135 to sign up.
TALK ON THE L AKE M AY 2022 PAGE 3
Mother's Day in Grafton, West Virginia, which currently holds
the International Mother’s Day Shrine. Anna
honor, and love towards mothers. The day is an
event to honor the contribution of mothers, ac-
There is one relationship in this mortal life Jarvis began the task of getting support for knowledge the efforts of maternal bonds and
which effortlessly scores above all other the celebration of Mother’s Day in the United the role of mothers in our society. Although,
known relationships on this Earth. Feel- States in 1905 after her mother died the same different countries celebrate the occasion on
ing confused? Don’t scratch your head too year. She wanted to honor all the mothers of different dates, the common months of the
much as that extraordinary relationship is the world who have done a lot for their family celebrations are March or May. Mother’s Day
none other than that of the mother, which is and society. is a similar effort like other celebrations like
truly priceless in terms of her countless love, Due to her continuous efforts, most of the US Father’s Day, Siblings Day, Grandparents Day
dedication, and devotion towards her family. states by 1911 started celebrating Mother’s and others.
To acknowledge the presence of all mothers Day as a local holiday and the West Virginia, It is a day which makes people remember the
around the globe, Mother’s Day is celebrated the home state of Jarvis became the first importance and significance
across more than 46 countries of the world. state to declare the holiday for the occasion of mothers in their life
This is truly a special day for the mothers who in the year 1910. Finally, the second Sunday and is observed as a
are mostly underrated in this male-dominat- of May was officially designated as Mother’s day to give special
ed society. Let us throw some light into the Day in the USA and was declared as a national emphasis to
occasion with the help of various detailed holiday after Woodrow Wilson, the 28th Pres- the motherly
information in the form of origin, the reason ident of United States of America signed the figures around
for celebration, modes of celebration and proclamation in the year 1914. In this way, the world.
other essential facts. the present Mother’s Day came into existence
Origin of Mother’s Day in the USA and the same date is also selected
The present-day celebration of Mother’s Day by countries like India, Bangladesh, Pakistan,
began in the year 1908 when Anna Jarvis orga- Italy, Singapore, Belgium, and a lot more
nized a memorial for her mother, Ann Jarvis, a other countries.
peace activist who used to care the wounded Why do we celebrate Mother’s Day?
soldiers of the American Civil War. The event Mother’s Day is an occasion which is celebrated
was held at the St Andrew’s Methodist Church in various parts of the world to express respect,
SENIOR PROM
An evening in Italy
Anchor Rec Facility, 33483 Lake Road, Avon Lake
Friday, June 3, 2022, 5-9pm
Dinner, Dancing, Door Prizes & Wine
Age 55+ $10 per Guest Bring your craft of interest to join others
Call 440.930.4135 for reservations by May 20th, 2022.
for companionship and conversation.
All Crafters Welcome!
Friday mornings 10am-12pm
TALK ON THE L AKE M AY 2022 PAGE 4
Avon Lake
Women's
Chorus
welcomes women of all ages and com-
munities (not limited to Avon Lake
residents).
We prepare winter and spring programs to
entertain residents of independent/assisted-
living facilities and clubs/groups in Lorain &
Western Cuyahoga Counties. Under directrion
of a professional choral director and an accom-
plished pianist, our upbeat programs feature a
wide variety of music that is sure to get faces
smiling and toes tapping!
No auditions! All voice ranges welcome! Abil-
ity to read music and choral experience helpful
in learning 4-part harmonies.
Practices September through May at
10am-11:30am at Avon Lake Senior Center
Interested? Call Irene at (440) 937-8827
Community
Transportation
Available to all Avon Lake residents on Monday
through Thursday 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. T he
transport van has a wheelchair lift available.
Scheduling is done Thursdays and Fridays from
8:00am–12:00pm by calling (440) 930-4126.
You may schedule up to three weeks in advance.
There is no fee for this service. Appointments are
taken on a first-come basis.
All passengers must return a completed
Passenger Transportation Information Form
prior to their first trip. Forms are located at City
Hall, at the Old Firehouse Community Center
and online at www.avonlake.org.
MONDAY
• Medical Appointments
• Drug Mart Plaza and area
• Avon Lake Public Library
TUESDAY
• Medical Appointments
• Giant Eagle
• Learwood Square
WEDNESDAY
Newsletter Subscription Form
I would like a yearly subscription to the “Talk On The Lake” Senior Newsletter for a cost of $12.00/year
• Medical Appointments
• Avon Commons Single newsletters will continue to be sold at a cost of $1.00 each.
• Wal-Mart Name Phone
THURSDAY
•Medical Appointments ONLY Street
City State Zip
COMMUNITY RESOURCE SERVICES
33479 Lake Rd, Suite C, Avon Lake, OH 44012 Email
M–F 10am–2pm Please submit this form along with your payment in person at the Old Firehouse or mail to:
(440) 933-5639 The Old Firehouse, 100 Avon Belden Road, Avon Lake, OH 44012 | Checks payable to "The City of Avon Lake"
TALK ON THE L AKE M AY 2022 PAGE 5
May Movies on Thursday Morning
FEATURE STARTS AT 10:15AM
May 5
The Dig
PG-13 | 1h 52m | Drama/History
Cast: Carey Mulligan; Ralph Fiennes
In the late 1930s, wealthy landowner Edith Pretty Avon Lake Fire Dept.
hires amateur archaeologist Basil Brown to investi- Lock Box Program
gate the mounds on her property in England. He and Visit www.roperlock.com
his team discover a ship from the Dark Ages while Click “Lock Boxes” | Click “City Programs”
Click “Crest Guardian Lock Box-Wall Mount”
digging up a burial ground.
Click on Key Code: Avon Lake or
May 12 Call 1-800-466-9312
Encanto Crest Guardian lock Box-Wall Mount
Key Code: Avon Lake
PG | 1h 49m | Family Musical When your Lock Box arrives call 440-933-8305
The Madrigals are an extraordinary family who live to schedule installation.
hidden in the mountains of Colombia in a charmed Questions? Call 440-933-8305
place called the Encanto. The magic of the Encanto has
blessed every child in the family with a unique gift --
every child except Mirabel. However, she soon may be
the Madrigals last hope when she discovers that the
magic surrounding the Encanto is now in danger. Meals On Wheels
May 19 The Lorain County Office On Aging has open-
ings for it’s Meals On Wheels program. If you
Jungle Cruise are 60 or over, live alone, cannot drive and
PG-13 | 2h 7m cannot cook for yourself, you are eligible for
Cast: Dwayne Johnson; Emily Blunt; this free program.
Dr. Lily Houghton enlists the aid of wisecracking skip- To receive a hot, nutritional lunch Monday
per Frank Wolff to take her down the Amazon in his through Friday, call:
ramshackle boat. Together, they search for an ancient Lorain County Office On Aging
(440) 949-8146
tree that holds the power to heal -- a discovery that
will change the future of medicine.
Crossword Solution
May 26
The Adam Project
PG-13 | 1h 46m | Sci-fi/Adventure
Cast: Ryan Reynolds; Mark Ruffalo; Jennifer Garner
After accidentally crash-landing in 2022, time-
traveling fighter pilot Adam Reed teams up with his
12-year-old self for a mission to save the future.
TALK ON THE L AKE M AY 2022 PAGE 6
WILDFLOWERS by Evelyn Johnson ACROSS
1 Cloven 31 Reminder 58 “Pathfinder” maker
6 Arrange 32 Paddle 61 Power unit
10 Among 33 Social occasion 65 Give off
14 Makes well 36 Intoxicating plant juice 67 Alack’s partner
15 Bird that says “caw” 40 Distort 68 Employer
16 Bond together 42 Admiral (abbr.) 69 Dirt road
17 Fable writer 43 Eagerness 70 Sled
18 Double-reed instrument 44 Too 71 ____ Lauder Cosmetic
19 Applaud 45 Fervency brand
20 Sketched 48 Self 72 Rim
21 Radiancy 49 Part of a plant from which 73 Grows another plant
23 Make lace a flower grows when put into the ground
24 Always 51 Prohibit 74 Poem line endings
26 German city 53 Stem that bears pollen
28 European peninsula 56 Small shed
Spain’s peninsula 57 Lad
DOWN
1 African country 21 Usually flat and green 46 Lighted sign
2 Stare 22 Spirits 47 Explosive
3 Move carefully 25 By way of 50 X
4 Colorful part of a plant 27 Flowering shrub 52 Believing in Judaism
5 Teaspoon (abbr.) 28 American state 53 White poplar
6 Clean thoroughly 29 False bible god 54 Wanderer
7 Globes 30 Goofs 55 Making a knot
8 Grows downward into 31 Silent actor 56 In a case
the soil 34 Raise crops 59 Veer
9 Hair plucker 35 Put together 60 Herb
10 American Football 37 Fake butter 62 Pretentious
Conference (abbr.) 38 Wise Man 63 Swarm
Solution on page 5. 11 Many 39 After awhile 64 Beech
12 Abraham’s son 41 Deluxe 66 Ball holder
13 Deepness 45 In the air (pl.) 68 Possessive pronoun
MOTHER'S DAY by Evelyn Johnson
Find your way to Mother's Heart Find the words in the grid. When you are done, the unused letters in the grid will spell out
a hidden message. Pick them out from left to right, top line to bottom line. Words can go
horizontally, vertically and diagonally in all eight directions.
BOUQUET DINNER HUSBAND PRIDE
CARD FAMILY LOVE SISTER
CARE FRIENDS MAY TELEPHONE
CHILDREN GIFT MEMORIES TRAVEL
DAUGHTER HOME MOTHER WIFE
WISDOM
TALK ON THE L AKE M AY 2022 PAGE 7
MAY
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
2 3 4 5 6
8:00a Indoor Walking 8:00a Indoor Walking 8:00a Indoor Walking 8:00a Indoor Walking 8:00a Indoor Walking
9:30a Stability* 9:00a Boom Muscle* 9:30a Stability* 9:00a Boom Muscle* 10:00a Yoga*
10:30a Circuit* 1:00p Dominoes 10:30a Classic* 10:15a Movie 10:00a Creative Needles
11:30a Chair Yoga* 1:00p Mahjong 11:30a Yoga* 10:30a Circuit* 12:30p Bridge
12:30p Bridge 12:30p Bridge 12:30p Hand & Foot 12:30p Hand & Foot
12:30p Hand & Foot 12:30p Pinochle
12:30p Mahjong
4:00p Boom Muscle*
9 10 11 12 13
8:00a Indoor Walking 8:00a Indoor Walking 8:00a Indoor Walking 8:00a Indoor Walking 8:00a Indoor Walking
9:30a Stability* 9:00a Boom Muscle* 9:30a Stability* 9:00a Boom Muscle* 10:00a Yoga*
10:30a Circuit* 1:00p Dominoes 10:30a Classic* 10:15a Movie 10:00a Creative Needles
11:30a Chair Yoga* 1:00p Mahjong 11:30a Yoga* 10:30a Circuit* 12:30p Bridge
12:30p Bridge 12:30p Bridge 12:30p Hand & Foot 12:30p Hand & Foot
12:30p Hand & Foot 12:30p Pinochle
12:30p Mahjong
4:00p Boom Muscle*
16 17 18 19 20
8:00a Indoor Walking 8:00a Indoor Walking 8:00a Indoor Walking 8:00a Indoor Walking 8:00a Indoor Walking
9:30a Stability* 9:00a Boom Muscle* 9:30a Stability* 9:00a Boom Muscle* 10:00a Yoga*
10:30a Circuit* 12:00 HOT LUNCH 10:30a Classic* 10:15a Movie 10:00a Creative Needles
11:30a Chair Yoga* 12:30 Blood Pressure 11:30a Yoga* 10:30a Circuit* 12:30p Bridge
12:30p Bridge 1:00p Dominoes HIG
12:30p Bridge 12:30p Hand & Foot 12:30p Hand & Foot
12:30p Hand & Foot 1:00p Mahjong 2:00p Bingo 12:30p Pinochle
W H
LO
12:30p Mahjong
4:00p Boom Muscle*
23 24 25 26 27
8:00a Indoor Walking 8:00a Indoor Walking 8:00a Indoor Walking 8:00a Indoor Walking 8:00a Indoor Walking
9:30a Stability* 9:00a Boom Muscle* 9:30a Stability* 9:00a Boom Muscle* 10:00a Yoga*
10:30a Circuit* 1:00p Dominoes 10:30a Classic* 10:15a Movie 10:00a Creative Needles
11:30a Chair Yoga* 1:00p Mahjong 11:30a Yoga* 10:30a Circuit* 12:30p Bridge
12:30p Bridge 12:30p Bridge 12:30p Hand & Foot 12:30p Hand & Foot
12:30p Hand & Foot 12:30p Pinochle
12:30p Mahjong
4:00p Boom Muscle*
30 CLOSED 31
8:00a Indoor Walking
9:00a Boom Muscle*
1:00p Dominoes
1:00p Mahjong Mother's Day Memorial Day
Sunday, May 8th Monday, May 30th
*SilverSneakers® and Renew Active™ approved fitness class. See description and details on page 2.
City of Avon Lake
TALK ON THE LAKE
150 Avon Belden Road
Avon Lake, OH 44012
(440) 930-4135
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talk on the lake
City of Avon Lake Department of Parks & Recreation May 2022
The Old Firehouse Community/Senior Center | 100 Avon Belden Road, Avon Lake, OH 44012 | (440) 930-4135 | www.AvonLakeRec.com
Be sure to take advantage of our SilverSneakers® or Renew Active®
memberships provided with your Medicare Supplimental Insurance.
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