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Dunmore seniors gearing up for New Year at the Hub

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By Steve Svetovich

It was a successful year in 2015 for the Dunmore Activity Hub and Cafe and now members are gearing up for the New Year.

Jeanne Hugenbruch, is executive director of the Dunmore Activity Hub and Cafe for Seniors, 1414 Monroe Ave., Dunmore.

“We hope everyone stays warm this January and joins us at the Hub for our many programs,” said Hugenbruch.

Members of the Dunmore Activity Hub and Cafe celebrated Older Driver Awareness Week with a special Yellow Dot Program provided by PennDot on Wednesday, Dec. 2. Those who came to the program were able to obtain needed information to keep safe and in the driver’s seat, said Hugenbruch.

The Dunmore Activity Hub and Cafe’s annual Christmas party was held Friday, Dec. 11. There was great food and musical entertainment. Everyone in attendance joined in for some singing and good old fashioned fun. It was once again a success.

The Dunmore Activity Hub and Cafe was closed Christmas Eve and Christmas, so that all members could celebrate Christmas with their families.

Hugenbruch last month started offering classes about Facebook at the Dunmore Activity Hub. The classes were held for anyone interested in learning more about Facebook. “We learn how to safely use this social media phenomena and how to follow us there for more updates about the Hub,” said Hugenbruch.

Hugenbruch said there is an activity sign up sheet in the Dunmore Activity Hub monthly newsletter. “Check out the sign-up sheet,” she said. “With enough interest there will be new classes held. It will be a lot of fun.”

A free non-fasting Glucose Screening was held Tuesday, Dec. 29, at the Dunmore Activity Hub.

Tracy Borgna is the new cook at the Dunmore Activity Hub and Cafe.

“Tracy is here cooking every day from scratch and serving up wonderful homemade meals,” said Hugenbruch. “Come on in and say hello.”

The Celebration of Life Series continues to be held the last Wednesday of each month at 12:30 p.m. in the Dunmore Activity Hub and Cafe.

Other activities and programs at the Dunmore Activity Hub and Cafe include reminisce group, chair exercises, beginner’s ukulele, bible study group, speakers, tai chi, Mahjongg, craft group, sketching, ballroom dancing, oil painting, pinochle, chorus and comedy troupe, Stretchin’ with Gretchen, bingo and yoga.

New classes members can sign up for include Brain Games Thursdays at 10 a.m.; Learn to Write Poetry Tuesdays at 10 a.m.; Laughter is the Best Medicine Wednesdays at 1:30 p.m.; and Book of the Month Club on Mondays when the Bookmobile comes to the Hub. Call 570-207-2662 for more details.

A 2016 membership is $12 for an individual renewal or $15 for a new individual. The cost for a couple renewal is $18 or a new couple membership is $25.

Beginning this month, all classes will offer discounts for members. Anyone not renewing their membership by March 1, will be removed from the mailing list.

Membership discounts are $8 classes for non members, $5 for members, or $5 for non members, $3 for members. Discounts on special events will also apply as well as contests in the newsletter throughout the year, said Hugenbruch.

All proceeds from this and other fundraisers held by the Dunmore Activity Hub for Seniors help benefit programs held on site, said Hugenbruch.

“We thank everyone for their support throughout the year.”

Shirley Martinelli is reservationist at the Dunmore Activity Hub and Cafe. Carol Angerson is lead volunteer. Lottie Collins is site council president. Tracy Borgna is kitchen coordinator.

Commissioners announce funding for Community Re-Invest Projects

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Fifteen new projects, focusing on such areas as youth recreation, the environment, public safety, veterans, food preparation, and accessibility, were approved for funding by the Lackawanna County commissioners through their Community Re-Invest Program totaling $188,865.

Since the Community Re-Invest Program was established in July of 2013, the commissioners have approved grants for 86 projects totaling $1,294,475.  In all of the projects, the Community Re-Invest Program has provided the “last mile” funding to help complete the initiatives, which has allowed these valuable community projects to come to fruition.  The total amount of public-private investment in all of these ventures is $6,029,898.             

The funding for these projects once again highlights the commissioners’ commitment to the growth and enhancement of Lackawanna County’s communities and neighborhoods.  The funding helped to leverage new development in our cities, boroughs, townships and municipalities.         

“These projects represent our ongoing commitment to Lackawanna County’s quality of life.  A vital part of our economic development program is to improve our neighborhoods and recreational facilities, which are the core of our community.  These developments represent new progress and growth for our area,” said Commissioner Jim Wansacz.

“Once again, we are giving back.  This round of funding involves opportunities dealing with the environment, youth, accessibility and the projects of civic organizations, all key elements that form the foundation of Lackawanna County,” explained Commissioner Patrick M. O’Malley.

“I am very impressed with the breadth of the projects funded by the Community Re-Invest Program.  It has served as a true partnership with the County, our communities and civic groups,” explained Commissioner Edward G. Staback.   

Among the projects that were approved during this round of funding, those happening in Dunmore include:

Applicant: Dunmore Senior Center
Project Description: Purchase an additional refrigerator in coordination with its “Healthier Meals” program, which is comprised of more fruits and vegetables and needs additional refrigeration.
Total Project Cost: $49,950
Amount from CRP Program: $2,350

Applicant: Vietnam Memorial Committee (Northeastern Detachment Marine Corps League)
Project Description: Engrave a blank granite panel on Courthouse Square with the names of Vietnam the service men and women from Lackawanna County who died in the war. A picture panel will also be incorporated into the project.   
Total Project Cost: $4,500
Amount from CRP Program: $1,500

Applicant: Lackawanna Heritage Valley Authority
Project Description: Construct pavilions at the Green Ridge trailhead in Scranton at the Nay Aug Avenue play area and at the trail site along the river in Peckville to complete the corporate donation of a community bocce ball court.
Total Project Cost: $67,880
Amount from CRP Program: $20,000

Commissioners Honor Jeanne Hugenbruch

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The Lackawanna County Commissioners presented Ms. Hugenbruch a Certificate of Recognition for her dedication to our community’s elderly. Pictured from left to right are Commissioner Ed Staback, Jeanne Hugenbruch and Commissioner Jim Wansacz.

Jeanne Hugenbruch, center, manager of the Dunmore Senior Center, received the 2015 Secretary’s Award for Excellence in Nutrition for Older Pennsylvanians from the Pennsylvania Department of Aging. This award recognizes those who work to improve nutrition programs within Pennsylvania’s aging network and are committed to strengthening the quality of life of older Pennsylvanians.

According to the PDA Nutrition Services Advisory Committee, “This includes Department of Aging funded nutrition service program meals such as congregate meals served in senior community centers or satellite centers and home delivered meals served to homebound consumers.”

Hugenbruch was recognized for her innovation in planning nutritionally balanced meals for older adults who utilize the Dunmore Senior Center.