Young at Heart

By Vicki McCullough

It’s October and that means it will soon be Christmas.

The Blaine Senior Center’s 12th  Annual Christmas Bazaar is  Friday, November 30 and Saturday, December 1. We will sell homemade cookies and treats and will have some wonderful artisans displaying their beautiful creations.

On Saturday, December 8, musical group Angels Descending will perform.

For more information about either event, contact the Blaine Senior Center office at 360/3328040.

Medicare enrollment is coming up. To enroll in Medicare Part A and/or Part B, visit www.socialsecurity.gov or call 1-800-325-0778 between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m., Monday through Friday. You can also walk into your local social security office to enroll.

For most people, enrolling in Medicare in Part A is automatic, but it’s always important to double check. There may be instances where you have to enroll manually during the seven month period, which begins three months  before your 65th birthday. If you want to enroll in Medicare Part D, the annual election period (drug coverage) sign up is from Monday, October 15 to Friday, December 7. You can also make changes to various aspects during this time.

Also, be sure to get your flu shots this year. High dose flu and pneumonia shots will be given by Walgreens at the Blaine Senior Center on Friday, October 19 between 1 and 3 p.m. They can bill your insurance or Medicare, so bring your insurance card.

Have you checked out the Blaine Senior Center bulletin? We are adding more activities.

I checked out  a few myself this last week. It had been 45 years since I played pinochle and was very rusty but my card partners were very patient and helpful. I also played Bingo and came home with two Bingo prizes. My husband and I have also been hitting the gym three times a week.

There are so many things going on every day and don’t forget all the wonderful people you meet there and the tasty lunches. There are so many people there from all walks of life.

Other exciting things on the near horizon for the Blaine Senior Center:

Pasta and Lights will take place on Saturday, October 27 from 5 to 7 p.m. $15 per person $25 per couple. Call ahead for reservations! The pancake breakfast is October 20 from 8 to 11 a.m. Start your day with a delicious pancake breakfast with old and new friends. Adults are $6 and children under 6 are $4.

To learn more, visit blaineseniorcenter.com.