Recent streaming class part of move to "reenergize the Center"

 

April 13, 2022

Triangle Business Sales Manager Jack Maloughney, pictured at right of photo, taught the class on streaming recently hosted by the Chinook Senior Center and held in the Blaine County Library's meeting room. Learning about streaming was of interest to many local seniors, and others, with more than 25 folks attending the free program presented by Triangle Communications.

More than 25 locals came to learn about streaming at the recent class in Chinook conducted by Triangle Communications. Streaming is an electronic delivery method that allows consumers to access digital entertainment using a variety of electronic devices. The course content helped attendees understand how streaming works, demonstrated devices that can be used for streaming and introduced various streaming services available.

Chinook Senior Center Director Karyn Higgins said the program was very well attended. The Blaine County Library's meeting room, adjacent to the senior center, was used for the two hour presentation. Val Frank, Library Director, noted the programming coincided with this year's National Library Week and was a good example of how libraries are involved with making materials available using technology.

Carl Pula participated in the streaming program. He said, "I use streaming to watch high school sports programs and this helped me learn about other ways I might use streaming." Not an expert on technology Pula said the program was useful. Donna Murdy, another attendee, won Triangle's drawing for a Roku device-a tool for simplifying access to streaming channels.


Peggy Perry, chairperson of the Chinook Senior Center board of directors, explained that the streaming program was a good example of how the Center is "re-energizing" its programming and adding new services through the Center. Perry stated, "We are trying to bring in new activities that are relevant to today's seniors." She pointed out a recent "what's new at the library" presentation by Library Director Val Frank that will become a monthly feature during lunch at the center.


"We're scheduling regular visits by representative of other local organizations, like the Blaine County Museum and other local organizations, to educate us about their offerings and keep us updated on what's new in other areas. Some 'lunch and learn' activities, where participants enjoy lunch and learn some new skill of knowledge, are also in the works." Perry added, "I hope we can have more events like the celebration of St. Uhro's Day back on March 16. Lunch that day featured learning about the made-up Finnish hero and lunch included dishes related to the holiday."

Plans are in the works for similar celebrations at the Chinook Center of Cinco de Mayo (a kind of Mexican independence day on May 5) and Syttende Mai (Norwegian Constitution Day on May 17). "These fun celebrations," Peggy Perry said, "are ways to learn about other cultures, explore some new foods as well as have fellowship with friends at the Center."

Honoring Seniors of the Year

On Friday, April 22, the Center will celebrate and honor two "Seniors of the Year." Each year a senior who has contributed to the Center in some fashion is recognized as Senior of the Year. With COVID there was no celebration last year, so two seniors will be honored at the upcoming noon gathering. The two being honored are Roger Fisher and Elaine Campbell, both faithful members of the band that plays every Friday at lunch for the Center's luncheon guests.

Everyone is welcome to enjoy lunch at the center. It's requested that you call ahead (357-2648), before mid-morning for a lunch reservation. That helps the cooks better prepare for the number of diners. Come and help celebrate these two seniors who have provided music at lunch for diners at the Center over the years.

 
 

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