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Page 4 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.comJanuary 2007Good King WenceslasGood King Wenceslas looked out on the Feast of Stephen,When the snow lay round about, deep and crisp and even.Brightly shone the moon that night, though the frost was cruel,When a poor man came in sight, gathering winter fuel.You’re probably familiar with this old Christmas carol. Butdid you know that Wenceslas was a real person?He was born into the royal Premysl or Przemyslid dynastyof Bohemia (located in what is now the Czech Republic).Wenceslas was born around 907 AD in the castle ofStochov near Prague. The castle is gone now, but there isstill an oak tree there that was supposedly planted whenWenceslas was born. His nannies watered the tree with hisath water, which supposedly made the tree strong. Thehurch Wenceslas attended still exists.A stern but fair monarch, he stopped the persecution ofriests and tamed the rebellious nobility. He was known foris kindness to the poor, as depicted in later verses of thearol. He was especially charitable to children, helping youngrphans and slaves.Many of the Bohemian nobles resented Wenceslas’ttempts to spread Christianity, and were displeased when hewore allegiance to the king of Germany, Henry I.The duke’s most deadly enemy proved to be his ownrother, Boleslav, who joined the nobles that were plotting hisrother’s assassination.He invited Wenceslas to a religious festival and thenttacked him on his way to mass. As the two were struggling,oleslav’s supporters jumped in and murdered Wenceslas.“Good King” Wenceslas died on Sept. 20, 929. He was inis early 20s and had ruled Bohemia for five years.Today he is remembered as the patron saint of the Czechepublic.The words to the carol “Good King Wenceslas” werewritten by John Mason Neale, and were first published in853.The music is from a 13th century song called “TempusAdest Floridum,” or “Spring Has Unwrapped Her Flowers.”The music was first published in written form in Finland in582 as part of a collection of songs called Piae Cantiones.It is also used for another carol, “Gentle Mary Laid Herhild.”And in case you’re wondering, the Feast of Stephen iselebrated on December 26 – the day after Christmas.Senior ConnectorThe Seniors’ Own Newspaper ~ FREE!www.seniorconnector.com107 - 540 Seymour Street, Kamloops, B.C.Telephone: (250) 374-8883 • Fax: (250) 374-8802Office Hours Monday ~ Friday 8:30 a.m. ~ 4:30 p.m.Please address all correspondence to:Senior ConnectorP.O. Box 729, Kamloops, B.C. V2C 5M4E-mail: editor@seniorconnector.comPublisherMichael H. KeetchManaging Editor F. Lori KeetchSalesGlen BishopProduction & Design Sierre Allison, Judi DupontSenior Connector is a monthly newspaper dedicated to inform, serve andentertain seniors 45 and over. Deadline for advertising and editorialcopy is the 15th of the month for publication on or about the 25th ofthe month.It is published by locally owned PrintMark Publishing Inc.Letters to the Editor must be signed and have a phone number (yourphone number will not be printed unless so requested). Other submissionsare gratefully received but Senior Connector reserves the right to editall material and to refuse any material deemed unsuitable for this publication.Articles will run in the newspaper as time and space permit.No portion of this publication may be reproduced without writtenpermission from the publisher.The opinions expressed in this publication are not necessarily thoseof the publisher, Senior Connector, PrintMark Publishing Inc., or the staffthereof.Subscriptions are $30 per year in Canada.Any error which appears in an advertisement will be adjusted as toonly the amount of space in which the error occurred. The content ofeach advertisement is the responsibility of the advertiser. Senior Connectorrecommends prudent consumer discretion.Senior Connector is a member of the Kamloops Chamber of CommerceSubmitted PhotoMaisie Hinchey gets in the Christmas spirit with Mayor TerryLake at the Senior Connector customer appreciation get togetherrecently at Desert Gardens.Candles – Lighting candles was an early pagan tradition todrive away forces of cold and darkness. The Romans decoratedtheir temples with greenery and candles. Early Christianslit candles to symbolise the birth of Jesus, the Light ofthe World. It is also associated with Hanukkah.Oasis CaféNow serving a full Breakfast & LunchMenu. Let us cater your next event!Catering is available for all occasions,in-houseJor at yourJvenue of choice.ChristmasDay BuffetDecember 25Traditional Turkey& Ham Dinnerwith all the trimmings& dessert buffetAdults $17.95Children (under 12) $9.95There will be one seatingat 4:00 pm.There is a maximumseating of 200. Your place must beconfirmed by December 20. Ticketsavailable at Desert Gardens frontdesk, please book your tickets early!JJJJJJOasis Café540 Seymour St. 372-5110You don’t have to be a member toenjoy a nutritious meal with us!Tues & Thurs NightBuffet Dinners5:30-6:30 • ONLY $8.95!Now includes coffee or tea!Salad • Main CourseVegetables • DessertTues Jan. 2 .............Chicken SchnitzelThurs Jan. 4 ............Pork RoastTues Jan. 9 .............Fish with TrimmmingsThurs Jan. 11 ..........Veal CutletsTues Jan. 16 ...........Liver & OnionsThurs Jan. 18 ..........Ham & Scalloped PotatoesTues Jan. 23 ...........Roast BeefThurs Jan. 25 ..........Beef Stew with TrimmmingsTues Jan. 30 ...........Fish with Trimmings372-5110 • 540 Seymour St, Kamloops, BCPBefore you criticize someone, you should walk a mile intheir shoes. That way, when you criticize them, you’re amile away and you have their shoes. ~ Submitted by Anne HeeseNew Year's DancePrime Rib Dinnerwith all the trimmingsCocktails 6:30 pmDinner 7:30 pmDancing 8:30 pm - 1:00 amParty favours and door prizes!Live music byThe EvergreenDriftersAdmission $35.00 • Reserved Table for 8-$240Includes one beverage ticket.Tickets available at Desert Gardens front desk.Daily Lunch BuffetDecember 5 - December 23Roast Turkey or HamIncludes dessert and tea or coffee$6.95Monthly DinnerRoast Turkey & Baked Ham,Mashed Potatoes, Mixed Vegetables, Salad & DesertDecember 20 • Cocktails 5:30 pm • Dinner 6:00 pmFree entertainment!$10.00Bring a friend!Members with Decemberbirthdays receive their meal freeRSVP By Friday Dec. 18 at the front deskdes24_buffetdes23_dec
January 2007 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.com Page 5LittleShop in theCornerDonna’s WagnerYarn & Craft Centre✺ Anchor Tapestry Wool✺ Yarns & Patterns ✺ Embroidery Supplies✺ Knitting Needles ✺ Crochet Hooks✺ Tatting Shuttles ✺ Alterations376-3381Will try to fill special ordersOPEN: Mon. - Sat. 10 AM - 5 PMCLOSED: SundaysFortune Shopping CentreNext to the Dollar StoreDesert GardensSeniors Activity Soc.Dance2-5pmmembers $6.00 • others $7.00Coffee, tea & goodies at 2Desert GardensSeniors Activity Soc.Dance2-5pmmembers $6.00 • others $7.00Coffee, tea & goodies at 214 152128 29dyc02_octWarrenWagnerDenturistDental BenefitPlan Accepted!on the North Shore!Denture Clinic• Standard Dentures• Precision Dentures• Soft Lower Reclinesfor Added Comfort• Relines and Repairs• Partials• Consultation on Denturesover ImplantsOver 30 Years Experience !Appointment Hours:Mon-Thurs-7:30-12:00-1:00-3:00 Friday 7:30-12:00Saturday By Appointment Only30LA Meeting 10amFitness Fun 10:30Weight Watch 11:15Bridge 1pmChronic DiseaseMeeting. 6:30Table Tennis 7:30pmBuffet Lunch • Buffet Dinner#30-789 Fortune Drive(Next to the Royal Bank)554-0055Desert Gardens Community Centre1LA Meeting 10am 2Fitness Fun 10:30Weight Watch 11:15Kiwanis NoonBridge 1 pmTai Chi 6:00Table Tennis 7:30Buffet Lunch • Buffet Dinner7 8 Lions Retreat 9am 9LA Meeting 10amLine Dancing 10:30 Fitness Fun 10:30IODE NoonWeight Watch 11:15Whist 1:00Kiwanis NoonBridge 1 pmWeight Watchers 5:30Table Tennis 7:30Tai Chi 6:00Buffet Lunch • Buffet DinnerLine Dancing 10:30Whist 1Weight Watchers 5:30Taoist Tai Chi 6:00LA Meeting 10am 16Fitness Fun 10:30Weight Watch 11:15Kiwanis NoonBridge 1pmFly Fishermen 6 pmTable Tennis 7:30pmBuffet Lunch • Buffet DinnerTaoist Tai Chi 10amBingo 12:30pmParkinsons 1:00Buffet Lunch172431Taoist Tai Chi 10amBingo 12:30pmBuffet LunchComplimentaryConsultationswdc10_novCentre HoursMon-Thurs: 9am-8pmFriday: 9am-4pmSaturday: 8:30am-11amSunday: See calendarWhat's new, andturning retirementthinking on its head?GIF Select featuring IncomePlus fromManulife Investments – the first investmentsolution of its kind in Canada! 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GIF Select, Manulifeand the block design are registered service marks and trademarksof The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company and are used by itand its affiliates including Manulife Financial Corporation.512Weight Watchers 9Carpet Bowling 10Cribbage 1:30Computer AccessCommunityAccess ProgramDesert GardensMon-Fri 9am-4pmPlease call 372-5110 FMI1926ASK ME ABOUT INCOMEPLUSFROM MANULIFE INVESTMENTS.For more information,please contactDoug Smart 372-9225Toll Free:email:877-372-9225540 Seymour Street, Kamloops V2C 2G9Telephone: 372-5110 • Fax: 372-3429To book your event, call Blake ParenteauJanuary Calendar E-mail: desertgardens@hotmail.com Senior Connector©Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday SaturdayParty LightsGifts 1:00GiantCribbage10:00 amHappy NewYear !22 23LA Meeting 10amFitness Fun 10:30Line Dancing 10:30Weight Watch 11:15Whist 1Kiwanis Christmas NoonWeight Watchers 5:30 Bridge 1 pmChronic Disease Mtg. 6:30Taoist Tai Chi 6:00Table Tennis 7:30Buffet Lunch • Buffet DinnerLine Dancing 10:30B.C Hydro 11:30Whist 1Weight Watchers 5:30Taoist Tai Chi 6:00Taoist Tai Chi 10amVista 12 NoonMS 12:30Bingo 12:30Buffet LunchTaoist Tai Chi 10amBingo 12:30Operation RedNose VolunteerAppreciation Night7:00Buffet LunchDesert GardensCommunity CentreDinner $10.00 6pmTaoist Tai Chi 10amBingo 12:30pmBuffet LunchToastmasters 7am3 4Gamble Anon 10amTai Chi Breathing 10:30Table Tennis 12:30Euchre 1:00Kam Brain Injury 2:30Kiwanis 5:30VV Lions 6:30Schlaraffia 7Buffet Lunch • Buffet Dinner10 Toastmasters 7am 11Gamble Anon 10amTai Chi Breathing 10:30Table Tennis 12:30Euchre 1:00Kam Brain Injury 2:30Kiwanis 5:30Schlaraffia 7Buffet Lunch • Buffet DinnerToastmasters 7am18Gamble Anon 10amTai Chi Breathing 10:30Table Tennis 12:30Euchre 1:00Kam Brain Injury 2:30V V Lions 6:30Schlaraffia 7:00Kiwanis 5:30Buffet Lunch • Buffet DinnerToastmasters 7 25Gamble Anon 10Tai Chi Breathing 10:30Table Tennis 12:30Euchre 1:00Kam Brain Injury 2:30VV Lions 6:30Schlaraffia 7:00Buffet Lunch • Buffet DinnerWeight Watchers 9Carpet Bowling 10Cribbage 1:30Weight Watchers 9Carpet Bowling 10Cribbage 1:30Weight Watchers 9Carpet Bowling 10Cribbage 1:30SaturdayBreakfastOpen to thePublicSaturdayBreakfastOpen to thePublicSaturdayBreakfastOpen to thePublicTai Chi 9:00amSaturdayBreakfastOpen to thePublic6132027Members get a freebirthday dinner!Next dinner isWednesday Jan. 17Watch for dinners thethird Wednesday ofeach month.sma15_decm
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