Staying Healthy During the Holidays

Staying Healthy During the Holidays
The cold and flu season is upon us! There are two main actions that you can personally
choose to take that will increase the odds that you will avoid the sneezes, coughs, and
sniffles that so frequently affect people at this time of year: Get your flu shot, and wash
your hands.
Flu Shots:
December 6-12, 2015 is National Influenza Vaccination Week which was established to
stress the importance of continuing influenza vaccination as well as fostering greater
use of the flu vaccine after the holiday season into January and beyond.
The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that everyone 6
months and older get a flu vaccine as the first and most important step you can take to
protect against this serious disease. It is especially important for some people to get
their shot:
People at high risk for developing serious complications like pneumonia if they get sick
with the flu like pregnant women; people 65 years and older; and those who have
certain medical conditions including asthma, diabetes or chronic lung disease.
People who live with or care for others who are at high risk of developing serious
complications like household contacts and caregivers of people with certain medical
conditions like those listed above.
The CDC recommends that people get vaccinated against influenza as soon as the
2012-13 seasonal vaccine becomes available in their community. Remember that it
takes about two weeks after the shot for antibodies to develop in your body and provide
protection against the flu. Your doctors’ office can tell you where you may receive the
shot.
Hand Washing:
December 6-12, 2015 is also National Handwashing Awareness Week. Human beings
have known since 1847 that washing our hands can help to prevent disease. There are
two simple things to keep in mind to help reduce the risk of soiled hands making you
sick: Wash them properly and remember the 4 principles of Hand Awareness.
Anyone can wash their hands properly: (1) Wet them with warm water and apply
soap (2) Rub your hands together to make lather and scrub the backs of your hands,
between your fingers, and under your nails (3) Scrub for 20 seconds or as long as it
takes to sing “Happy Birthday” twice (4) Rinse your hands well under running water (5)
Dry them with a clean towel or air dry them.
Remember, the T-Zone area of your face (eyes, nose, and mouth) is the only portal of
entry into the human body for ALL respiratory infections like the flu. There are 4
Principles of Hand Awareness:
Wash your hands when they are dirty (like every time you enter your home) and
BEFORE eating
Do NOT cough into your bare hands, do so into a Kleenex or your elbow
Do NOT sneeze into your bare hands, do so into a Kleenex or your elbow
Above all, DO NOT put your fingers into your eyes, nose or mouth. Remind people
when you see them do this.
We will be closed
December 24th
& 25th due to the
Christmas
Holiday.
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Monthly Classes…03
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Calendar of
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Lunch Menu………08
Laughlin – Wed-Fri, December 9 - 11, 2015
Depart 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday
Return Friday at approximately 6:00 p.m.
Price: Resident: Double Occupancy - $118
$143 Single
Non-Resident: $120 – Double Occupancy
$145 Single
Deadline: October 29, 2015 – NO REFUND IF
CANCELLED AFTER DEADLINE. NO EXCEPTIONS!
Cabazon Outlets – Wednesday, December 9, 2015
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Price: Resident: $5 – November 10, 2015
Non-Resident: $7– November 23, 2015
Deadline: November 25, 2015
Mission Lights – Tuesday, December 15, 2015
3:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Price: Resident: $7 – November 16, 2015
Non-Resident: $9 – November 30, 2015
Deadline: December 8, 2015
January
Viejas Casino
Wednesday, January 6, 2016
9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Price: Resident: $3.00 – December 7, 2015
Non-Resident: $5.00 – December 21, 2015
Deadline: December 30, 2015
Long Beach Farmer Market & Pike Outlets
Friday, January 29, 2016
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Price: Resident: $2.00 – December 29, 2015
Non-Resident: $4.00 – January 12, 2016
Deadline: January 22, 2016
February
Citadel Outlets
Friday, February 5, 2016
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Price: Resident: $3.00 – January 5, 2016
Non-Resident: $5.00 –January 19, 2016
Deadline: January 29, 2016
Griffith Observatory
Wednesday, February 17, 2016
11:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Price: Resident: $2.00 – January 18, 2016
Non-Resident: $4.00 – February 1, 2016
Deadline: February 10, 2016
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Refund policy for trips and special events are as follows:
•Participants are entitled to a refund if a program/activity is cancelled by the City of Paramount.• Partial refunds will be issued ONLY in the event that a participant becomes
incapacitated. Otherwise, no partial refunds will be granted. •No refund will be given if you cancel the day of the event or trip.• Refunds totaling more than $5 (minus the administrative
fee) can be held on account up to six (6) months for future use. If participant chooses to have fees held on account rather than be issued a refund, administrative fee will be waived.
•Events/Trips cannot be transferred to someone else. •Cancellations that occur after the deadline will not receive a refund.
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December
· COMMUNITY CENTER HOURS ·
Mon-Thurs, 8 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Friday, 8 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
(562) 220-2090
· IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS ·
A.A.R.P.
(888) 687-2277
Adult Protective Services
(213) 351-5401
City Hall
(562) 220-2000
www.paramountcity.com
Dial-A-Ride
(562) 633-2904
Elder Abuse Hotline
(877) 477-3646
In-Home Support Services
(888) 944-4477
Medicare
(800) 633-4227
www.medicare.gov
Paramount Sheriff Station
(562) 220-2002 (Non-Emergency)
Social Security
(800) 772-1213
H.S.A.
(Meals on wheels)
(562) 806-5400 x152
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City of Paramount
Community Services & Recreation
Senior Nutrition Program
14400 Paramount Blvd.
(562) 220-2090
This program is a joint venture of the City of Paramount,
Human Services Association and the L.A. County Area
Agency on Aging, funded in part by Title III of the Older
Americans Act of 1965 (as amended.)
Americans with Disabilities Act
The City of Paramount, in compliance with the Americans
with Disabilities Act (ADA), does not discriminate on the basis
of disability in admission or access to , or participation or
employment in its programs or activities. Administrative
Services, 16400 Colorado Ave., Paramount, CA 90723, has
been designated to coordinate compliance with the
nondiscrimination requirements contained in Section 35.107
of the Department of Justice regulation. Information
regarding the provisions of the ADA Coordinator (562) 2202027.
WEDNESDAY
MONDAY
Exercise Class (Free)
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Clase de ejercicio (Gratis).
TUESDAY
Bingo
10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
$1 for 3 cards.
$1 por 3 tarjetas.
Cash prizes! Premios en effectivo!
Zumba Class (Free)
9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Clase de Zumba (Gratis).
MONDAY & WEDNESDAY
ESL Class (Free)
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Clase de Ingles (Gratis).
Computer Class (Free)
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Limit 10 people.
Clase de computación (Gratis).
Limitado a 10 personas.
WEDNESDAY
Walking (Free)
8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Caminar (Gratis).
Games
Games are available MondayFriday. Please check out games
at front desk.
Line Dancing
9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Come and join our new Line Dancing
Class. $3.00 per class. Sign up at the
front desk.
Venga y únase a nuestra nueva clase
de línea baile. $ 3.00 por clase.
Regístrate en la recepción.
Crocheting Class
9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Class is free except for materials.
Clase de tejer gratis excepto los
materiales.
Exercise Class (Free)
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Clase de ejercicio (Gratis).
THURSDAY
Dancing
December 3rd – Global Affair
December 10th – Punch & Judy
December 17th – Jerry Benton
December 31st - Blue Fish
Art Class Self Taught (Free)
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
This is a self taught art class for
students who are intermediate or
advanced. There is no instructor for
this class. Taller de arte (Gratis).
No Class Dec. 17 & 24
FRIDAY
Computer Class (Free)
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Sign-up at front desk.
Limit 10 people.
Clase de computación (Gratis).
Limitado a 10 personas.
No Class Dec. 25
Zumba Class (Free)
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Clase de Zumba (Gratis).
No Class Dec. 25
Holiday Celebration
Join us for our Holiday Party
Celebration on Thursday, December 17, 2015
Tickets will be available:
Residents: November 13, 2015 – $2 per person
Under 60 years :$6.50 per person
Non-Residents: November 30, 2015 – $3 per person
Under 60 years : $6.50 per person
Deadline is on December 10, 2015.
Venga y acompáñenos a celebrar la
Fiesta de Navidad.
El jueves 17 de diciembre del 2015.
Los boletos estarán disponibles:
Residentes: 13 de noviembre del 2015 – $2 por persona
Personas menores de 60 años – $6.50 por persona
No-residentes: 30 de noviembre del 2015 – $3 por persona
Personas menores de 60 años – $6.50 por persona
Plazo es el 10 de diciembre del 2015.
Country Hoe Down Celebration
Join us for our Country Hoedown Party
Celebration on Thursday, January 14, 2016
Tickets will be available:
Residents: December 14, 2015 – $2 per person
Under 60 years :$6.50 per person
Non-Residents: December 28, 2015 – $3 per person
Under 60 years : $6.50 per person
Deadline is on January 7, 2016.
Venga y acompáñenos a celebrar la
Fiesta del oeste
El jueves 14 de enero del 2016.
Los boletos estarán disponibles:
Residentes: 14 de diciembre del 2015 – $2 por persona
Personas menores de 60 años – $6.50 por persona
No-residentes: 28 de diciembre del 2015 – $3 por persona
Personas menores de 60 años – $6.50 por persona
Plazo es el 7 de enero del 2016.
Birthday Celebrations
Happy Birthday to all our friends born in
December! Join us in celebration Thursday,
December 10, 2015 at 11:45 a.m. Please,
birthday celebrants, remember to sign up in the
patio room on the bulletin board. All celebrants will
receive a treat.
Feliz Cumpleaños a todos nuestros amigos que
nacieron en diciembre. Acompáñenos en celebración el
jueves 10 de dicembre del 2015 a las 11:45 a.m. Por
favor cumpleañeros recuerden que deben registrarse
en el tablón de anuncios que se encuentra en el patio.
Los cumpleañeros reciban una rebanada de pastel.
Senior Committee Meeting
The Senior Commission meets the
first Thursday of every other month at
1:30 p.m. at the Community Center in
rooms 1 & 2. The public is welcome to attend these
meetings to make comments and suggestions. The
objective of the Senior Committee is to advise staff
on the operation of the senior center.
Meeting Date: January 7, 2016.
El Comite de las personas de la tercer edad se reunen
el primer jueves de cada otro mes a las
1:30 en el Centro Comunitario de Paramount en cuartos
1 y 2. El público está invitado a asistir a estas reuniones
para hacer comentarios y sugerencias. El objetivo del
comité es aconsejer al personal sobre el
funcionamiento del centro de la terced edad.
Fecha de la reunión: 7 de enero del 2016.
Food Reservation
Our reservation system is in place. You may
call in your reservation as follows:
Paramount Residents: Monday – Friday
Non-Residents: Thursday – Friday
To make or cancel a reservation, please call
(562) 220-2096 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Nuestro sistema de reservaciones ya está
tomando lugar.
Residentes de Paramount: De lunes a viernes
No residentes: De jueves a viernes
Para realizar o cancelar una reservación, por favor
llame al (562) 220-2096 de 9:00 a.m. a 1:00 p.m.
Movie Days
Will be here every Wednesday, from 10:00 a.m.
to 11:00 a.m. offering free blood pressure. They will
also have an exercise class with resistance
bands from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Estará aquí todos los miércoles del mes de 10:00 a.m. a
11:00 a.m. para tomarle la presión gratis. También de
11:00 a.m. a 12:00 p.m. habrá clase de ejercicio.
Be sure to check the
calendar for upcoming Movies.
Fridays from 1:00 p.m.- 3:00 p.m. If there
is a movie you would like to see let us
know. Popcorn will be provided.
Asegúrese de revisar el calendario para las próximas
películas .Películas los viernes de 1:00 pm a 3:00 pm.
Si hay una película que le gustaría ver háganoslo
saber. Palomitas seran proporcionado. NO MOVIE
DEC. 25
The food bank will be at the center on Monday,
December 14, 2015. They are accepting applications
at this time. For more information please call (323)
234-3030.
Boomers Insurance will be here on Friday, December
4, 2015 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. to provide
service information.
Boomers Insurance estará aquí el viernes 4 de
diciembre del 2015 de 10:00 a.m. a 12:00 p.m. con
un puesto de información.
.
Pacific Clinics will be here on Monday, December 7th,
from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. providing information
on Elder Care.
Pacific Clinics estará aquí el lunes 7 de diciembre del
2015 de 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. para proporcionar
información de las personas de la terced edad
El banco de alimentos vendrá el lunes 14 de
diciembre del 2015. En este momento están
aceptando aplicaciones. Para mas información llame
al (323) 234-3030
Stella Insurance will be here on Thursday, December
10, 2015 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. providing
information on services offered.
Stella Insurance estará aquí el jueves 10 de
diciembre del 2015 de 10:00 a.m. a 12:00 p.m. para
proveer servicios ofrecidos.
Christmas Caroling
Help spread some holiday cheer,
go Christmas caroling with us to
our local convalescent hospitals.
Caroling will take place December
16, 2015 from 3:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Sign-up at the front desk if you would like to join us.
CareMore estará aquí el lunes 14 de diciembre del
2015 de 10:00 a.m. a 12:00 p.m. para ofrecer
masages gratis.
Ayúdenos a compartir el espíritu navideño y
acompáñenos a cantar a nuestros hospitales
convalecientes en nuestra área local. El canto
navideño se llevara acabo el 16 de diciembre del
2015 a las 3:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Si están
interesados en acompañarnos favor de inscribirse al
frente.
L.A. County will be here on Monday, December 14,
2015 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. taking applications
for the CalFresh Program.
The Beverly Medical Group will be here on Monday,
December 21, 2015 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
checking veins.
Please bring the following to apply:
- Personal I.D. (CA Driver’s License or Identification)
- Social Security Card or Number
- Proof of Income & Proof of Expenses
El Beverly Medical Group estará aquí el lunes, 21 de
diciembre del 2015 de 10:00 a.m.a 12:00 p.m.
proporcionando informacion de las venas.
CareMore will be here on Monday, December 14,
2015 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. providing free
massages.
El condado de Los Ángeles estará aquí el lunes 14
de diciembre del 2015 a las 10:00 a.m. a 2:00 p.m.
aceptando aplicaciones para el programa CalFresh.
Por favor traigan estos datos para aplicar:
- Identificación personal
(Licencia de Conducir de California )
- Carta de Seguro Social o el numero
- Comprobación de sus ingresos y sus gastos.
The Library will be here on Wednesday, December
23, 2015 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. providing
book and movie rentals.
La librería estará aquí el miércoles, 23 de diciembre
del 2015 de 11:30 a.m.a 12:30 p.m. proporcionando
libros y alquiler de películas.
Holiday
Tunes
Away in a Manger
Choir of the Bells
Dominick the Donkey
Frosty the Snowman
Holly Jolly Christmas
Jingle Bell Rock
Jingle Bells
Let it Snow
Little Drummer Boy
Little St Nick
O Holy Night
Rudolph
Santa Baby
Silent Night
Silver Bells
The Christmas Song
The First Noel
Winter Wonderland
Zumba- R1
9:00 – 11:00
Bingo - P
10:00 - 11:30
ESL Class - CR
10:00 - 11:00
Pacific Clinics- P
10:00 - 12:00
Exercise - R1
11:00 - 12:00
Computer Class - CR
1:00 - 2:00
CalFresh – GR
10:00 – 2:00
Caremore (Massage) - P
10:00 - 12:00
ESL Class - CR
10:00 - 11:00
Exercise - R1
11:00 - 12:00
Computer Class - CR
1:00 - 2:00
Food Bank – P
1:00 - 2:00
Zumba- R1
9:00 – 11:00
ESL Class- CR
10:00 - 11:00
Bingo - P
10:00 - 11:30
Computer Class - CR
1:00 - 2:00
Zumba- R1
9:00 – 11:00
Bingo - P
10:00 - 11:30
Mission Inn Excursion
3:00 - 11:00 pm
Walking Club
8:00 - 9:00
Crocheting – R1&2
9:00 - 2:00
Line Dancing - P
9:00 - 10:00
ESL Class - CR
10:00 - 11:00
Resistance Bands - P
11:00 - 12:00
Computer Class - CR
1:00 - 2:00
Walking Club
8:00 - 9:00
Crocheting – R1&2
9:00 - 2:00
Laughlin Excursion
9:00 departure
Cabazon Outlets Excursion
9:00-5:00
Line Dancing - P
9:00 - 10:00
ESL Class - CR
10:00 - 11:00
Resistance Bands - P
11:00 - 12:00
Computer Class - CR
1:00 - 2:00
Walking Club
8:00 - 9:00
Crocheting – R1&2
9:00 - 2:00
Line Dancing - P
9:00 - 10:00
ESL Class - CR
10:00 - 11:00
Resistance Bands - P
11:00 - 12:00
Computer Class - CR
1:00 - 2:00
Christmas Caroling
3:30 -6:00 p.m.
ESL Class - CR
10:00 - 11:00
Beverly Med Group - CR
10:00 - 12:00
Exercise - R1
11:00 - 12:00
Computer Class - CR
1:00 - 2:00
Zumba- R1
9:00 – 11:00
Bingo - P
10:00 - 11:30
Walking Club
8:00 - 9:00
Crocheting – R1&2
9:00 - 2:00
Line Dancing - P
9:00 - 10:00
ESL Class -CR
10:00 - 11:00
Resistance Bands - P
11:00 - 12:00
Library- Aud
11:30 - 12:30
Computer Class - CR
1:00 - 2:00
ESL Class - CR
10:00 - 11:00
Exercise - R1
11:00 - 12:00
Computer Class - CR
1:00 - 2:00
Zumba- R1
9:00 – 11:00
Bingo - P
10:00 - 11:30
Walking Club
8:00 - 9:00
Crocheting – R1&2
9:00 - 2:00
Line Dancing - P
9:00 - 10:00
ESL Class -CR
10:00 - 11:00
Resistance Bands - P
11:00 - 12:00
Computer Class - CR
1:00 - 2:00
Global Affair - Aud
10:00 - 12:00
Art Class - CR
10:00 - 12:00
Punch & Judy - Aud
10:00 - 12:00
Art Class - CR
10:00 - 12:00
Stella Insurance- Aud
10:00 - 12:00
Birthdays
11:45
CHRISTMAS
PARTY
Jerry Benton-Aud
10:00 - 12:00
CLOSED
Blue Fish - Aud
10:00 - 12:00
Art Class - CR
10:00 - 12:00
Computer Class-CR
10:00 - 11:00
Boomers Insurance Aud
10:00 - 12:00
Zumba - R1
11:00 - 12:00
Movie- A Christmas
Eve Miracle
1:00 - 3:00
Computer Class - CR
10:00 - 11:00
Alta Med - R1
9:00 - 12:00
Zumba - R1
11:00 - 12:00
Movie-The Family
Man
1:00 - 3:00
Laughlin Excursion
6:00 Return
Computer Class CR
10:00 - 11:00
Zumba - R1
11:00 - 12:00
Movie- Angels Sing
1:00 - 3:00
CLOSED
HOMEMADE
SALISBURY STEAK
Whole Grain Dinner
Roll
Egg Noodles
Green Beans
Broccoli Slaw
Pineapple Chunks
Apple Juice
ROAST TURKEY
Whole Grain Dinner
Roll
Stuffing
Creamed Spinach
Three Bean Salad
w/Onions in Italian
Dressing
Mango Chunks with
Pear
Choice of Entrée
Minestrone Soup
PARMESAN BAKED FISH
OR VEGETARIAN
MOROCCAN LENTIL
STEW
Dinner Roll/Brown Rice
Pilaf
Sautéed Cabbage
Tossed Green Salad w/
Onions & Red Peppers /
Watermelon
Chicken Barley
Soup
CHICKEN
w/MUSHROOM
SAUCE
Whole Grain Bread
Baked Potato
Carrot Raisin Salad w/
Raisins
Banana
HERB PORK
w/GRAVY
Dinner Roll
Cut Corn
Broccoli, Bell Peppers
& Zucchini
Mandarin Orange
Coleslaw
Grapes or Pears
Asian Vegetable Soup
MANDARIN SESAME
BOWL CHICKEN
Brown Rice
Oriental Vegetables
Mixed Green Salad
W/Tomato
Tropical Fruit
Orange Juice
BEEF STEW
w/POTATOES,
ONIONS, CELERY &
CARROTS
Biscuit
Tossed Salad
w/Shredded Red
Cabbage
Ice Cream
Lentil Soup
OVEN FRIED FISH
Whole Grain Bread
Garlicky Greens
Baked Sweet Potato
Banana
Apple Juice
TURKEY VEGETABLE
CHILI MAC
Sourdough Bread
Macaroni Noodles
Corn, Tomatoes &
Kidney Beans
Kale & Spinach Salad
Fruit Cocktail
Choice of Entrée
Vegetable Barley Soup
GRILLED CHICKEN
SANDWICH OR
HAMBURGER IN BBQ
SAUCE
Whole Grain Bun
Oven Roasted Potatoes
Cucumber, Red Onion Dill
Salad
w/ Ranch Dressing /
Cantaloupe
Tortilla Soup
FISH AMANDINE
Whole Grain Dinner
Roll
Baked Potato
Tricolor Slaw
Apple
Cake
Fideo Soup
CHICKEN ENCHILADA
VERDE CASSEROLE
Corn Tortillas
Pinto Beans
Cauliflower
Tossed Romaine Salad
Pears
Pumpkin Soup
TURKEY A LA KING
Egg Noodle
Cauliflower
Tossed Garden Salad
w/Tomato & Garbanzo
Beans
Peaches
Cream of Broccoli
Soup
PORK CHOP
Brown & Wild Rice
Zucchini and
Tomatoes
Orange
Vanilla Ice Cream
Corn Chowder
BAKED FISH
Macaroni Salad
Butternut Squash
Cucumber & Onion Salad
w/Vinaigrette
Jicama & Orange
Tomato Bisque Soup
STUFFED BELL
PEPPER
Whole Grain Dinner
Roll
Mashed Potatoes
Coleslaw
Banana
Turkey Rice Soup
MUSTARD THYME
MARINATED CHICKEN
BREAST
Dinner Roll / Quinoa
Salad
California Blend
Vegetables
Mixed Field Green Salad
Vanilla & Chocolate Swirl
Pudding
Cream of Mushroom Soup
MEATLOAF
Whole Grain Bread
Mashed Sweet Potatoes
Green Beans
Ambrosia Salad
Cranberry Juice
BAKED HAM
Dinner Roll
Sweet Potatoes
Black Eyed Peas
Field Greens
Gingerbread Cake
Tomato Bisque Soup
STUFFED BELL
PEPPER
WG Dinner Roll
Carrots
Coleslaw
Bananas
CLOSED
CLOSED
Orange Juice
ROAST BEEF
W/GRAVY
Whole Wheat Dinner Roll
Mashed Potatoes
Broccoli Spears
Green Salad w/Sliced
Tomatoes
Bread Pudding
w/Lemon Sauce
SUGGESTED
DONATION FOR
SENIORS 60
YRS & OLDER
$2.00 FEE FOR
NON–SENIORS
$4.50