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2023 Highlights:
From January to December, ASIO has been buzzing with abundance of programs and events. Let's revisit some standout highlights:
Talks on interesting topics, here is a glimpse of some noteworthy examples:
- Mindful Body movement based on Natya Shastra by Shivani Joshi
- Diet and Lifestyle recommendations by American Health Association by Dr. Atul Gupta, MD
- Author of many books, including Eat, Chew, Live, Diabetes: The real cause and the right cure, Dr. John M. Pothullil
- Meeting with Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici
- Presentation by Ride Connections
- Manju and Aslam Jain of Creative Pause did a presentation on Social and Emotional work, SEL that they do in school and non-profit organizations.
- Management and care of Arthritis by Dr. Meenakshi Aggarwal, MD, FAAFP
Tasty and healthy Snack Challenge:in some of our meetings we rewarded the individual bringing the healthiestsnack. Many of our members participated in this fun event.
Book Discussion -we continued to read and discuss books every month via zoom. Following are the books read in 2023:
- "The final revival of Opal and Nev" by Dawnie Walton.
- "Where the forest meets the stars" by Glendy Vanderah
- "The Last Queen" by Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni.
- "The Monk who sold his Ferrari" by Robin Sharma
- "Together: The Healing Power of Human Connection in a Sometimes Lonely World" by Dr. Vivek Murthy, M.D.
Picnics and Outings:
- Picnic at the Orenco Woods National Park in July,
- Picnic at the Cook Park in August, and
- the Bus trip to the Silverfalls in September.
ASIO Hiking Group:
Delightfulgentle hikes around the town. Here is a list ofNature Hikesthat we have done so far in 2023.
Bingo Games
Every Monday and Thursday Evenings
Time: 5:00 to 6:00 PM PST
Join with What’s App group
Contact -+91 948 04 91472(What's app calls only).
2023 Diwali Partywas a huge success, thanks to the participation from both the young and very young members of our community. Witnessing multiple generations in the same room added a special touch to the event.
You may get more information about any of our events by contacting us atoffice@ovapdx.com.
2024 Membership:
If any of the above resonates with you, consider joining us by signing up for a 2024 membership. While membership is optional, it plays a vital role in keeping our events free, ensuring broader accessibility for seniors. Your membership dues and donations support this initiative, and we welcome you to be a part of it. Please consider joining by clicking atMembership sign upor alternatively you may bring a check to one of ourevents.
December Meetings and Other Events:
Beaverton Meetings- Please note that there will be no meeting in December in Beaverton City Library.
Bethany Library Annex
Wednesday, December 13,2023
4888 NW Bethany Blvd
Suite K-2
Portland, OR
11 to 12:30 PM
Please note that the meeting room access is on the parking lot side of the Annex, next to the subway.
Other Events:
Bingo Games
Every Monday and Thursday Evenings
Time: 5:00 to 6:00 PM PST
Join with What’s App group
Contact -+91 948 04 91472(What's app calls only).
Please note - no money exchanged. These games are organized for only Fun, Fun, Fun ...
For more information contact: Dr. Kantilal - 1-217-370-5066 orMr. Krishnamurthy - +91 948 04 91472 (What's app calls only)
Laughter Yoga
Monday through Friday from 6 PM to 7:30 on zoom. Please use the following link to join.
We hope to see you all at the play and in our meetings.We wish you all a very happy holiday season.
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