Fall out for fun on Monroe property. BINGO, Brats and Beer is marked on the calendar for Friday, October 13th at 6 p.m. Celebrate Oktoberfest at the East County Senior Center with some serious bingo! Frequent participants in the activity come with game faces on. An admission fee of $20 benefits the center and earns a spot at the dinner table and top action in the game. Beer and wine are ready to be served for an additional charge. Early birds can collect their papers at 5:30 p.m. Tickets to the event can be purchased online.
BINGO enthusiasts hang out at the East County Senior Center on a regular basis. Each and every Tuesday and Thursday afternoon a friendly crown gathers for the chance of winning the jackpot. Twelve regular games are only $1 with the first game starting at 12:45 p.m. Bingo is a blast and the energy is high. Mark Friday Night Bingo on your calendar. Theme nights increase the merriment and foster a light-hearted atmosphere. The Ten Commandments of the Game remind one and all not to covet neighbor’s winnings, steal their lucky seat or plan the death of the caller. Here rivalries are all in good fun and faces are filled with smiles while laughter rings out in the room.
This Monroe property is dedicated to the prosperity of citizens in their golden years. With a mission of “promoting physical, emotional and economic well-being of older adults and their participation in all aspects of community life, activities and special events are carefully thought out.” Weekdays are filled with rotating activities encouraging camaraderie among members. Classes range from woodworking to fitness to guitar. Exercise is key and there is always some type of fitness instruction in session. Health screenings make sure folks are taking care of themselves and include hearing, blood pressure and dental. Caregiver workshops are a valuable resource and support system for family members nurturing the elderly.
The East County Senior Center holds its members in high esteem. BINGO, Brats and Beer is the perfect event for seniors to discover this hidden gem if they haven’t already. Meet new friends, toast the winnings of an old friends and get ready for the victory shout of BINGO!
