Seniors can keep busy this winter

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Did you read the weather almanacs’ predictions for this winter? One of them mentioned teeth-chattering cold. Others ranged from warm and wet to cold and dry. No matter, winter is coming.

Have you decided what you’ll do when it’s cold where you live? While none of us wants to stay locked inside every single day, we do need to prepare for those days when we just can’t get out.

Here are some thoughts:

• Does your library have a book mobile? Check the bestseller lists and make your reading list. Some books won’t be released yet, but if you reserve the books now, you’ll be higher on the list when they do come out. Check your favorite authors to see if they’ll be releasing a new one this winter.
• Consider starting a hobby you’ve only thought about. If you’ll need supplies – paints, yarn, fabric, a new computer to write your novel, genealogy generations sheets, a yoga mat and workout video, pots and potting soil for indoor plants – get them now. If you need your piano tuned or guitar restrung before you start online music lessons, put that on your schedule. If you want to try your hand at designing a website or blog, sign up for a domain name. If beading and jewelry-making sound interesting, pick out your online supplier. If you want to sample woodworking, build a model railroad in the basement, or tie flies at the kitchen table, look for plans and tools.
• For days when you dare to brave the elements, consider a library reading group, swimming classes at the YMCA, a weekly afternoon bowling league, board-game evenings, a cooking class or group tours through the local senior center.

The key is to stay active and engaged during the winter, even if you have to do it at home.

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