ALAMOSA — Fall is upon us and it’s by far my favorite time of year! I found this lovely poem to share and I hope you enjoy it as much as I have!

Portrait of Fall by Alora M Knight –

Looking out my window

In October’s golden light,

I see a beauty unsurpassed,

A truly lovely sight.

Leaves are saying soft good-byes

As they come floating down

To make a nature’s carpet

Of yellow, red, and brown.

Mountain tops, now turned to white,

Forewarn of winter chills,

While trees, like golden rivers,

Wind their way up through the hills.

Throughout our world’s creation

You will ever find it thus,

Kaleidoscopes of color,

In God’s hand, the artist’s brush.

Source: https://www.familyfriendpoems.com/poem/portrait-of-fall

The Alamosa Seniors are working in conjunction with Safeway Pharmacy to offer a flu shot clinic here at the Center on Thursday, October 4th from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Vaccines available are; regular and high does flu shot, prevnar and pneumovax. No need to call first, just bring your insurance info and drop in.

The following weekly activities are for all seniors whether you are a member or not. Please come and join us!

* Billiards Play.

* Coffee social hour @ 8:30 a.m.

* Puzzle construction.

* M, W & F Strong Bones @ 9:30 a.m.

* Dime Bingo, M-Th from 1 p.m.-3 p.m. Free to members. $2 fee for non-members.

* Tai Chi with Lyn Johnson Tuesday mornings at 8:30 a.m. and Wednesday evenings @ 5:30 p.m.

* Free 5 point ear acupuncture conducted by Rick Wertz each Tuesday @ 9:30 a.m. for veterans and seniors 50 & over. Those who participate note less stress & anxiety, & better sleep.

* Sewing Group (includes Knitting, Crocheting, Quilting and anything you want to work on) meets each Wednesday @ 10:30 am and the Mah Jongg group @ 1 p.m.

* Rock Painting Class each Thursday @ 10 a.m.!

* Linda Falkenthal is here each Friday from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. to help with your computer, smart phone or tablet needs. Call to sign up for a session.

* There will be no chair yoga during the month of September but Chayne hopes to pick things up again in October!

* Dominoes - Fridays @ 12:30 p.m.

* Daily transportation is available for seniors 60 and over within Alamosa City limits between 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Please call ahead at least 24 hours in advance to schedule a ride for errands, Dr. visits, grocery shopping, dining and participating in events at the Center, etc.

* If you are not yet a member, please consider joining us! Regular annual membership is $30 per person or for an Ambassador membership $100 per person. We are located at 92 Colorado in Alamosa adjacent to Cole Park. Hours of operation are: M-Th 8 a.m-3 p.m. & Fridays 8 a.m.-2 p.m. 719-589-3277.