Happy Spring from the Alamosa Senior Citizens! There are many reasons why we look forward to this wondrous time of year when nature promises new life and new hope. This is a favorite season for many because it symbolizes rebirth and renewal. It also represents love, joy, hope, and growth. As the temperatures become warmer, flowers and trees bud, and the days get longer, so will our lives transform.  That’s what we hope for here at the Senior Center! Renewed life and activity.

We are now open Monday – Friday from 9am to 3pm.  Congregate meals are being served from 12 – 12:30 pm in the dining room or are available for takeout. Reservations are necessary so please call SCCS at 719-589-4511 if you would like to join us. Masks are required to enter the building and social distancing is practiced. All areas are disinfected several times a day in order to maintain a healthy environment.

“Spring is far more than just a changing of seasons; it’s a rebirth of the spirit.” - Toni Sorenson

This past year has been a time of challenge and perseverance for everyone and it brings me joy to share the upcoming events and activities for April.  Beginning Thursday, April 1st our ladies Bible study (Joy Comes in the Morning) led by Vivienne Ballance reconvenes and will be held from 10 am – 12 pm. Please bring a Bible, notebook and pencil.

On April 8th the Senior Bus will travel to the Oh Kay Casino in New Mexico. Cost is $25 per person. Seating is limited so please call early for your reservation.  Masks are required.

Friday, April 30th from 2 pm – 4 pm we will hold a Ladies Spring Tea. Cost is $5 per person. Tea, finger sandwiches and desserts will be served.  Our guest speaker is Rosi Myers, a very talented and entertaining jewelry maker from Germany.

Friday, April 30th – Saturday, May 1st we will hold our Spring Fling sale. The sale will be open Friday from 1 pm – 4 pm and Saturday from 8 am – 2 pm. Also on Saturday, May 1st a soup and salad lunch will be available for $5. This includes soup (several choices will be available), salad, dessert, and your choice of coffee, hot or cold tea or lemonade.

The following vendors will be here to share their gifts and talents with the possibility others may join us as well (perfect timing for Mother’s Day!):  Rosi Myers - Wrapped Jewelry, Patti Campbell – Handmade Nostalgic Children’s Clothing, Kyra Stillings – Spices, Janet Blaney – Antique Glass and Collectibles.

Please join us weekly for:

Dime Bingo: Mon, Wed, Fri 1 pm – 3 pm, Strong Bones: Mon, Wed, Fri  9:30 am – 10:30 am, Ear Acupuncture: Tues 9 am, Mah Jongg: Wed, 1 pm – 3 pm, Joy Comes in the Morning Bible Study: Thurs, 10 am – 12 pm and Ladies Pool Play: Thurs, 1 pm – 3 pm. The Pool room is open daily from 9 am – 3 pm for Open Play.

Transportation is available Mon-Fri 9 am – 12:30 pm for Dr. visits, grocery shopping, banking, lunch or activities here at the Center. Please call ahead at least 24 hours before your transportation request.

We can’t wait to see you all!

“Spring is the time of the year when it is summer in the sun and winter in the shade” - Charles Dickens