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INSIDE THIS ISSUE:
Director’s Corner 2
Activity Center News 3
In Home Services 4
Traveling Times 5
Puzzle Page 6
Jo’s Corner 7
90th Birthday celebration 8
Memorial Page 9
Meals Menus 10/11
Calendar Pages 12/17
Nature Lovers Meeting 16
Water Color Workshop 18
Line Dancing! 19
Entertainment 20/22
Halloween Fun!! 25
News on Commission on Aging
services and activities
for older adults
The Keyhole Commission on Aging
MONTHLY MEETINGS
Marketing Group TBA 9:30 am
Senior Center Board of Directors
October 12, 10:30 am
Commission on Aging Advisory Board October 20, 9:00 am
MECOSTA COUNTY
Phone: 231-972-2884
12954 80th Avenue
Mecosta, MI 49332
This newsletter can be accessed online at: www.mecostacounty.org/mccoa
Like us on Facebook: Mecostacountyseniorcenter
OCTOBER
2021
SAVE THE DATE SAVE THE DATE!!!
COMMUNITY GIVING DAY!!
November 30, 2021 11:00am-6:00pm
at the Big Rapids Eagles!
Community Giving Day will be held at the Big Rapids Eagles and online through live streaming! This year we are in need of donations for Meals on Wheels, In Home Services, and Trans-portation. Also, If you are able to give of your time by volun-teering that is much needed as well. A few of our Senior Center Board members will be available November 30 to answer your questions. These volunteers sup-port the mission of the Commission on Aging and love to help where ever they can. Call us to find out more or stop by our table. Thank you to all for your support and generosity!
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Memorial Mecosta County Commission on Aging
Contributions May Be 12954 80th Avenue
Sent To: Mecosta, MI 49332
SCAM ALERT!!!!!! There are so many scams being reported that I wanted to pass along some
information to you. Please be aware of the following scams:
HEALTH CARE COVERAGE SCAMS If you receive an unsolicited call from someone saying they represent a
local, state or federal agency, be skeptical and trust your instincts. Hang
up if the individual claims to be from a government agency and:
• offers a new medical plan enrollment by asking for your current
insurance information;
• makes threats (like your existing coverage will be cancelled) or
rushes you to make a decision; or attempts to obtain banking
information from you.
Keep in mind that criminals will contact you via robocall in an effort to
steal personal or banking information. Do not give them any
information!
COVID 19 SCAMS During a legitimate COVID-19 contact tracing or case investigation,
health departments will ask about your health and request that you verify
your birthdate or address. They will also ask about and/or encourage
vaccination, if you are unvaccinated. They will never ask for social
security numbers, payment such as bank or credit card information,
or your immigration status.
In terms of COVID-related messages, calls from the state contact tracing
team will come from 866-806-3447 or MI COVID HELP so be aware of
the number calling you.
SCAMS FOR CELL PHONE USERS: • Don't assume a text is legitimate because it comes from a familiar
phone number or area code. Scammers use caller ID Spoofing to
make it appear the text is from a trusted or local source.
• Don't click on links in a suspicious text; they could install malware
on your device or take you to a site that does the same.
• Don't provide personal or financial information in response to the
unsolicited text or at a website linked to the message.
Don't reply, even if the message says you can "text STOP" to avoid more
messages. That tells the scammer or spammer your number is active and
can be sold to other bad actors.
Your connection to consumer protection is just a phone call away!
Contact 877-765-8388 to report concerns.
COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Marilynn Bradstrom District 1
Jerrilynn Strong District 2
Linda Howard District 3
Raymond Steinke District 4
Tom O’Neil District 5
Wendy Nystrom District 6
William Routley District 7
ADVISORY BOARD
Linda LaLonde President / Barryton
William Routley Vice Pres/Commissioner
Mary Bechaz Secretary/Big Rapids
Glenn Norton /Colfax
Jerrilynn Strong Sheridan
Brenda Lambrix Deerfield
Patricia Rekeny Big Rapids
SENIOR CENTER
BOARD OF DIRECTORS Jackie Brilhart President/Sheridan
Ardath Stadtfeld Vice President/Morton
Mike Dick Treasurer/Morton
Marie Wilkerson Secretary/Chippewas
Jesse King Sr. Stanwood
Marge Smith Chippewa
John Holley Martiny
COMMISSION ON AGING Cynthia Mallory Director
Shawn Sredersas Meals Coordinator
Dawn Ketchum Transport Coor.
Beth Whyte Activity Coordinator
Jennifer Clark In-Home Service Coor.
Genevieve Abrams Outreach Worker
Amy Prosser Outreach Worker
Jo Ann Longcor Volunteer Coor.
Melissa Wilkinson Accountant
Jackie Hulbert Receptionist
Rick Neumann Maintenance
Sally Wolfbrandt Data Entry
Dolly Snyder Homemaker Aide
Lora Sherman Homemaker Aide
Linda Stewart Homemaker Aide
Kelli Johansen Homemaker Aide
Elsa Borowka Homemaker/Respite
Kathy Payton Homemaker/Respite
Open Homemaker/Respite
Open Homemaker/Respite
Open Homemaker Sub
Open Homemaker Sub
Doug Christiansen Van Driver
Shawn Young Van Driver
Steven Angell Van Driver
Open Van Driver
Greg Reynolds Van Driver Sub
Jayne Spedowski Meals on Wheels
Mark Sholty Meals on Wheels
Dennis Zietlow Meals on Wheels
Al Garner Meals on Wheels
Mary Dodge Cook
Julia Hoisington Cook
Marion Crawford Cook
Rosemary Cook Cook
Open AARP
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Hello Friends!
Ahhh...warm days and cool nights. I love the
changing seasons of Northern Michigan!
September was a busy month here at the Center and
felt more like old times. Things are still different, but we
are all together! Make sure you look at all of the flyers
in this newsletter, there are so many different things
going on and you won’t want to miss out on anything!
We are still doing ZOOM for EnhanceFitness® . If you are interested in more
information or would like to join those ZOOM classes please email me at
[email protected] and we will get you hooked up. You can also call and talk to
me or Shawn if you have questions!
Things To Do In October!
Dine In Lunch every day Monday through Friday 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
BINGO is back every Friday at 1 pm
Line Dance is back every Thursday at 9:30 am
Tai Chi is on Hiatus until Spring
Healthy Lifestyle is back every Wednesday at 10:30 am
Foot Clinic Friday October 15, 2021 (by appointment only!)
Music with Dave Marasus Thursday October 14, 2021 at Noon
Music with Mark & Mark Wednesday October 20, 2021 at 11:30 am
Music with Vicky Dexter Friday October 29, 2021 at 11 am
Watercolor Workshop on Thursday October 21, 2021 at 1 pm
Please look at all of the flyers in case I forgot to mention a
certain activity. I am
hoping to see all of
you for lunch or an
activity soon! You
have been missed!
~Beth~
July News From The Center…
P.S…. Watch out for the school bus stops & kiddos!
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In Home Services have to only be about dusting your bookshelf or
pulling out the vacuum. It’s important to periodically
check safety systems in the home. These include:
Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, Fire
extinguishers (each home should have at least two),
Emergency kits (include items like antibiotic
ointment, Band-Aids, spare batteries and a current
medication list) and also an updated list of who to
call in case of an emergency
Eliminate Clutter– belongings quickly can
accumulate over the years. But having too many
possessions can make a space feel chaotic, and
worse, dangerous. Here are some tips to create a
clutter-free home when cleaning:
• Keep hallways and walkways clear. When
tidying up, make sure no items are blocking high-
traffic areas to avoid tripping hazards.
• Give every item a home. If you don’t have
somewhere to put it, either discard it or get rid of
something else to make room for it.
• Use small bins. Using small bins that can be
easily carried from room to room is a great way to
store craft supplies, wrapping accessories, cleaning
supplies and gardening tools.
• Make three piles when decluttering. Separate
items into “yes,” “no” and “maybe” piles. This can
help you organize everything from clothing to
decorations and kitchen appliances. If you haven’t
used an item in more than a year and it holds no
sentimental value, place it in the “no” pile.
Ask For Help- It is important to know your
limitations. Cleaning a home can be overwhelming
and stressful. So, don’t be afraid to ask for help.
Family members
and friends can
make the process
go more smoothly
and efficiently.
In Home Services Highlights - August 2021
Homemaker Aide Clients 95 Homemaker Aide Hours 361.00
Homemaker/Respite Clients 3 Homemaker/Respite Hours 43.50
Respite Clients 4 Respite Hours 35.50
Whether it’s day-to-day chores or giving your
house a good scrub, housework can be a challenging
task for people who struggle with mobility issues,
health restraints or low energy levels. Making this
struggle worse, having a cluttered and unclean home
can lead to anxiety and stress.
Here are some helpful fall cleaning tips to make
the process easier and give you more time to do the
activities you enjoy most.
One of the first things to do before making your
home clean is to get organized. Anytime there is a
significant cleaning project that includes several
cleaning tasks, it is important to create a checklist of
what needs to be done.
Your checklist should include day-to-day or
weekly chores such as sweeping the floor and doing
laundry. But you should also consider adding these
items to your checklist to enhance the safety in the
home:
• Organize the medicine cabinet. Remove all
expired medications and ones you don’t use.
• Check your food. It’s easy to accumulate food
that eventually gets pushed to the back of the
refrigerator or cabinets. Eliminate expired food or
items that have spoiled.
• Change smoke detector batteries. The U.S.
Fire Administration recommends changing smoke
detector batteries twice a year. To remember,
consider adding this item to your list when it’s time
for your clocks to fall forward or backward.
• Update your emergency plan. Cleaning doesn’t
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Volunteer Driver Miles– Out of County: 5025 In County: 3092
Total Volunteer Hours: 328 Medical Van Miles: 4796 Traveling Facts
August 2021
A Branson Adventure Nov. 29 to Dec. 4, 2021
Enjoy 2 nights at the Drury Hotel in St. Louis, MO and
3 nights at the Hilton at Branson Landing. Admission
and reserve seating for 7 shows including: The #1 Hits
of the 60’s and 50’s, Clay Cooper’s Country Express
and Branson’s Famous Baldknobbers. 2 dinners and 5
breakfasts included plus a few surprises along the way!
A Florida Gulf Coast Vacation Feb. 24 to March 13, 2022
Enjoy round trip Deluxe Motorcoach transportation to beautiful sunny
Florida! 17 night accommodations– 2 nights enroute (1 each way) and
15 nights at the Dolphin Beach Resort. 400 feet of sandy beach awaits
you– beach cabana rental available. A trolley directly in front of the
hotel runs all the way to Clearwater with on/off privileges. Admission
to see the Detroit Tigers play in spring training. Plus much more!
Close to restaurants, pharmacy and grocery store.
Let the adventure begin!
MUST HAVE COVID-19 VACCINATION CARD TO TRAVEL
A Kentucky Derby Experience Not the Derby though...
May 18-20, 2022 Join us for the ultimate Kentucky Derby experience! Begin your
adventure at the Kentucky Derby Museum– 2 floors of exhibits
plus a tour of Churchill Downs. Enjoy reserve seating for
Saturday Night Fever at the Derby Dinner Playhouse plus a tour
of the Louisville Slugger Bat Factory and Museum. Enjoy
admission to the Frazier Museum as well as seating and dinner in Millionaires Row or Skye Terrace.
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*See page 13 for puzzle answers
Puzzles Page
Sudoku
4 3 8 7 5
2 5 3 8 1
8 6 1 9 2
1 2 3 5 6 7
8 6 3 2
7 6 2 9 5 8
5 1 2 6 3
7 9 1 3 6
2 5 1
WORD SCRAMBLE
1 OKYPOS
2 PKPINUM
3 TRETA
4 OGHST
5 YDANC
6 RPIVAME
7 KEONSTEL
8 LUHGO
9 PECYRE
10 TOMCUSE
11 NTHUA
12 OWAERCRCS
13 IYDERAH
14 OBLOD
15 LABCK ACT
16 OGBILN
17 MYMMU
18 RASYC
19 PISERD
20 SCREMCA
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Jo’s Corner
Enjoy some pictures of past Halloween activities at
the Activity Center by staff and visitors from 2017.
Staff enjoying an African Safari, Dawn was on the
hunt! It looks like she had a very successful day!
Some visitors and volunteers in costume!
Happy Birthday to Volunteers and Staff
For October!
The youngest
trick or treaters!
Kitchen volunteer!
The Barryton Senior Center is looking for vol-
unteers so it can open for meals. If you are in-
terested in helping call Jo Ann at 231-972-
2884. I look forward to hearing from you.
Brian K 1 Brenda L 1 Jerrilynn S 3 Michael D 4 Sharon L 5 Donald R 5 Violet B 6 Darlene D 14 Robert R 15 Cindi C 19 Artemia F 20 Shawn S 21 Thomas H 24 Karen B 25 Jacquelyne H 26 Dorothy M 28
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Cheers To 90 Years Special Delivery!
We would like to invite all of our friends who are 90 & up to contact us for a “Special Birthday Delivery”!
If you will be 90 (or older) by the end of 2021 you will be eligible for our “Special Birthday Delivery”
Call us and let us know you are interested at (231)972-2884 and we will make a
“Special Delivery” to you at your home!
Due to COVID19 we are trying something different to keep everyone safe! If you are 90 or older please let us know if you are planning on
participating so we will have enough goodies for everyone! Please call (231)972-2884 & RSVP your special birthday treats!
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ACTIVITY CENTER MEMORIAL TREE
May you find comfort in knowing your
thoughtful gifts have made a difference in the
lives of seniors. We received donations in memory of:
Paul Wiseman Jerry jackson
Phyllis Wernette Wayne Bargy
May their lights continue to shine
in all of our hearts.
What you should know
October Meal Site Menu
“Dine In” or “Lunch To Go” At Mecosta County Commission on Aging & Activity Center Menu
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
1
Hamburger Sweet Potato Fries
Baked Beans Bun
Fresh Fruit Milk
4
Meat Pasty California Blend
Vegetables Mixed Vegetables
Bread Fresh Fruit
Milk
5
Veal Parmesan Sicilian Vegetables
Tossed Salad Bread Pears Milk
6
Turkey Sandwich Potato Salad Baby Carrots
Bread Fresh Fruit
Milk
7
Meatloaf Mashed Potatoes/
Gravy Green Beans
Bread Peaches
Milk
8
Chicken Chili Corn
Cole Slaw Corn Muffin Fresh Fruit
Milk
11
Chicken Fillet Sandwich 3 Bean Salad
Tater Tots Bun
Fresh Fruit Milk
12
Cabbage Roll Vegetable Blend
Bread Applesauce
Milk
13
Roast Pork Mashed Potatoes/
Gravy Mixed Vegetables
Bread Apple Cobbler
Milk
14
Beef Burgundy/Noodles
Cauliflower Peas & Carrots
Bread Mandarin Oranges
Milk
15
Ham Fried Rice Oriental Vegetables
Egg Roll Bread
Fresh Fruit Milk
18
Waffles & Links Scrambled Eggs
Asparagus Fruit Juice
Milk
19
Chicken Strips Au Gratin Potatoes
Vegetable Blend Bread
Mixed Fruit Milk
20
Brats Tater Tots
Tossed Salad Bun
Rice Pudding Milk
21
Roast Beef Mashed Potatoes/
Gravy Brussel Sprouts
Bread Pears Milk
22
Lemon Pepper Fish Oven Roasted
Potatoes Broccoli Bread
Fresh Fruit Milk
25
Swedish Meatballs/ Noodles
Cauliflower Carrots Bread
Fresh Fruit Milk
26
Chicken Pot Pie Brussel Sprouts
Bread Peaches
Milk
27
Beef Melt Pasta Salad
Beets Bun
Mixed Fruit Milk
28
Baked Ham Squash
Cole Slaw Bread
Pineapple Milk
29
Goulash Stewed Tomatoes
Corn Bread
Fresh Fruit Milk
We would like to thank you for your understanding when the menu has to be changed at the last minute.
Due to circumstances beyond our control we are often unable to get products in that we are ordering.
Your patience and understanding is much appreciated!
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OCTOBER MCCOA
HOME DELIVERED MEALS ON WHEELS - MAIN MENU 2021
Senior Donation: $3.00 OR Non Senior Cost: $5.00 Facility is NOT equipped to accommodate food allergen needs!
We reserve the right to change this menu when needed.
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
1
Hamburger Sweet Potato Fries
Baked Beans Bun
Fresh Fruit Milk
4
Meat Pasty California Blend
Vegetables Mixed Vegetables
Bread Fresh Fruit
Milk
5
Veal Parmesan Sicilian Vegetables
Tossed Salad Bread Pears Milk
6
NO HOT MEAL
7
Meatloaf Mashed Potatoes/Gravy
Green Beans Bread
Peaches Milk
8
Chicken Chili Corn
Cole Slaw Corn Muffin Fresh Fruit
Milk
11
Chicken Fillet Sandwich 3 Bean Salad
Tater Tots Bun
Fresh Fruit Milk
12
Cabbage Roll Vegetable Blend
Bread Applesauce
Milk
13
NO HOT MEAL
14
Beef Burgundy/Noodles Cauliflower
Peas & Carrots Bread
Mandarin Oranges Milk
15
Ham Fried Rice Oriental Vegetables
Egg Roll Bread
Fresh Fruit Milk
18
Waffles & Links Scrambled Eggs
Asparagus Fruit Juice
Milk
19
Chicken Strips Au Gratin Potatoes
Vegetable Blend Bread
Mixed Fruit Milk
20
NO HOT MEAL
21
Roast Beef Mashed Potatoes/Gravy
Brussel Sprouts Bread Pears Milk
22
Lemon Pepper Fish Oven Roasted
Potatoes Broccoli Bread
Fresh Fruit Milk
25
Swedish Meatballs/ Noodles
Cauliflower Carrots Bread
Fresh Fruit Milk
26
Chicken Pot Pie Brussel Sprouts
Bread Peaches
Milk
27
NO HOT MEAL
28
Baked Ham Squash
Cole Slaw Bread
Pineapple Milk
29
Goulash Stewed Tomatoes
Corn Bread
Fresh Fruit Milk
We would like to thank you for your understanding when the menu has to be changed at the last minute.
Due to circumstances beyond our control we are often unable to get products in that we are ordering.
Your patience and understanding is much appreciated!
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October 2021 Center PULL OUT & PIN UP
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SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY
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Puzzle Answer Page
WORD SCRAMBLE
1. SPOOKY
2. PUMPKIN
3. TREAT
4. GHOST
5. CANDY
6. VAMPIRE
7. SKELETON
8. GHOUL
9. CREEPY
10. COSTUME
11. HAUNT
12. SCARECROW
13. HAYRIDE
14. BLOOD
15. BLACK CAT
16. GOBLIN
17. MUMMY
18. SCARY
19. SPIDER
20. SCREAM
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2 5 9 7 6 3 8 1 4
8 6 7 4 1 5 9 2 3
1 4 2 3 5 8 6 7 9
9 8 5 6 7 1 4 3 2
3 7 6 2 4 9 5 8 1
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Nature Lovers Meeting October 11, 2021 at 10:30 am
At the Mecosta County Activity (Senior) Center
Mark Plummer is organizing a group to get together to discuss Nature Walks/Easy Trail Hiking ~ Birding ~ Fishing
Come join in on the discussion & decision making on what you would like to do!
Please call
(231)972-2884 to sign up for this workshop or
for more information
Chair Dance
Join us every Wednesday at 11:00
am Hope to see you there!
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WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
1
9 am EnhanceFitness® ZOOM 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Lunch To Go Dine In Lunch! 1 pm Bingo
2
6 9 am EnhanceFitness® ZOOM 10 am - 11:30 am Line Dance 10:30 am Healthy Lifestyle 11:00 am Chair Dance 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Lunch To Go Dine In Lunch!
7 9:30 am Line Dance 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Lunch To Go Dine In Lunch! 12:30 pm Mah Jongg
8
9 am EnhanceFitness® ZOOM 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Lunch To Go Dine In Lunch! 1 pm Bingo
9
13 9 am EnhanceFitness® ZOOM 10:30 am Healthy Lifestyle Red Hats Group 11:00 am Chair Dance 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Lunch To Go Dine In Lunch!
14 9:30 am Line Dance 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Lunch To Go Dine In Lunch! 12 pm Music with Dave M 12:30 pm Mah Jongg
15
8:50 am Foot Clinic 9 am EnhanceFitness® ZOOM 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Lunch To Go Dine In Lunch! 1 pm Bingo
16
20 9 am EnhanceFitness® ZOOM 10: 30am Healthy Lifestyle 11:00 am Chair Dance 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Lunch To Go Dine In Lunch! 11:30 am Music with Mark & Mark
21 9:30 am Line Dance 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Lunch To Go Dine In Lunch! 12:30 pm Mah Jongg 1 pm Watercolor Workshop With Joyce Capen
22 9 am EnhanceFitness® ZOOM 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Lunch To Go Dine In Lunch! 1 pm Bingo
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9 am EnhanceFitness® ZOOM 10:30 am Healthy Lifestyle 11:00 am Chair Dance 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Lunch To Go Dine In Lunch!
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9:30 am Line Dance 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Lunch To Go Dine In Lunch! 12:30 pm Mah Jongg
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9 am EnhanceFitness® ZOOM 11 am Music with Vicky D 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Lunch To Go Dine In Lunch! 1 pm Bingo with Royal View
Halloween Fun!!
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October 2021 Center PULL OUT & PIN UP
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Watercolor Workshop
October 21, 2021
Join Joyce Capen as she broadens our horizons and gives us some new hands on fun creating a beautiful watercolor!
1 pm workshop
at Mecosta County Commission on Aging & Activity Center
Must call 231-972-2884 to sign up, class size is limited so don’t delay!
Tai Chi
On HIATUS until Spring! Stay safe this Winter!
Healthy Lifestyle
Join us every Wednesday at 10:30 am Hope to see you there!
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Foot Clinic
Friday October 15, 2021
At Mecosta County Commission on Ag-ing & Activity Center
Please call (231) 972-2884 to make an appointment!
Please bring your own soak tub & towel!
Open Line Dancing Come join us every Thursday at
9:30 am in the Activity Room
We are so happy to welcome Kim Westgate as the new instructor!
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Music with Mark & Mark
Wednesday October 20, 2021 11:30 am at the
Mecosta County Commission on Aging & Activity Center
These entertainers can be obtained through the Wheatland Music Organization call (989) 967-8879 for more information
Want to Travel….. But don’t want to drive?
Travel with us!
Center Travel Itinerary:
Nov 29-Dec 4, 2021 A Branson Adventure
Feb 24-March 13, 2022 Florida Gulf Coast Vacation
May 18-20, 2022 A Kentucky Derby Experience
June 19-28, 2022 Maine: Mountains to the Sea
October 22-31, 2022 New Orleans & Biloxi
If you haven’t seen a flyer or you need more information please contact Dawn at (231) 972-2884
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The Mecosta Senior Center Presents:
A Branson Adventure
Nov 29th/Dec 4th, 2021 6 Days/5 Nights
7 BIG SHOWS!!
YOUR EXCELLENT ADVENTURE INCLUDES: • Round trip transportation aboard a Deluxe Motorcoach • 2 nights accommodations at Drury Hotels in the St. Louis, MO area • 3 nights accommodations at the Hilton at Branson Landing • Admission to and reserve seating for The #1 Hits of the 60’s and 50”s Too!, and
Friends, Branson’s Famous Baldknobbers, and the Brett Family • 2 Dinners, and 5 Breakfasts (plus 2 light dinners at the Drury Hotels) • An Ed & Ted’s Excellent Adventures Tour Director • All baggage handling, taxes and gratuities on items in-
cluded • A few surprises along the way
_________________________________________________________________________________________ REGISTRATION FORM (Please Print) Single ___ Double ___ Triple ___ Mecosta - Branson Name:_________________________________________ Name Tag:________________________________ Address:___________________________________ City:__________________ State/Zip:____________ Phone:__________________________ Enclosed is my deposit of $50.00 per person for _____ person[s} Share room with ________________________________ Special needs:_____________________________
MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO: MECOSTA SENIOR CENTER
For more information please call (231)972-2884 and ask for Dawn
$50.00 Deposit Due at Registration Final Payment Due Oct. 30, 2021
Send deposit & registration to: Mecosta Senior Center
12954 80th Avenue Mecosta, MI 49332
(231)972-2884
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Music With Vicky Dexter Friday October 29, 2021
11 am at the Mecosta County Commission on
Aging & Activity Center
Come enjoy the music
And stay for lunch
It will be a Frightfully good time!
Music With Dave Marasus Thursday October 14, 2021
Noon at the Mecosta County
Commission on Aging
& Activity Center
Come enjoy the music
And stay for lunch!
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Country Boutique
Are you ready to get out and do some shopping? Maybe you need cards, gift
bags or start some shopping. Why not call & make an
appointment to do some private shopping in
a safe controlled
environment in our newly
updated/remodeled
gift shop! Just call
(231)972-2884 to make an appointment!
Country Boutique Totals for September 2021
Country Boutique Sales: Card Sales: Yard Sale:
Consignee Sales: Total Country Boutique Sales:
Beginner Watercolor Class
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Inclement Weather Policy
“Activity Cancellation Policy”...
when a winter storm closes ONE of these schools (Chippewa Hills,
or Big Rapids, or Morley Stanwood), the
Mecosta County Activity Center’s
MORNING Activities will be CANCELLED.
All homebound Meals (Meals on Wheels)
will NOT be delivered for that day.
We WILL BE
serving a hot
meal at the
Mecosta
Activity Center,
unless roads are closed.
(Use your own
discretion for
SAFE road travel)
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Halloween Fun To Win A Prize
• Bring in your decorated pumpkin (bring them in throughout the month they will be placed on the tables)
• Join us on October 29th in costume
Contestants will be judged
by the audience!
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Mecosta County Activity Center Presents:
A Florida Gulf Coast Vacation
St. Pete Beach, Florida February 24-March 13, 2022
Experience Florida’s Natural Beauty when you visit the St. Pete Beach area! Here you will find sparkling blue water, white sandy beaches and beautiful sunshine year round. Enjoy all of this and more when you stay in Dolphin Beach Resort, St. Pete Beach Florida. Located directly on the Gulf Coast, the Dolphin Beach Resort St. Pete is right where you want to be!
For more information please call (231)972-2884 and ask for Dawn
$100.00 Due with Registration
Final Payment Due 1/20/2022
Send deposit & registration to:
Mecosta County Activity Center
12954 80th Avenue
Mecosta, MI 49332
Your Excellent Adventure includes:
•Round Trip Deluxe Motor Coach
Transportation
•17 Nights accommodations (2 Nights Enroute
1 each way)
•15 Nights at the Dolphin Beach Resort
•2 Breakfasts
•Admission to and reserved seating at Joker
Marchant Stadium to see the Detroit Tigers
play in Spring Training
•A picnic lunch at Fort DeSoto supplied by Ed
& Ted’s
•All baggage handling, taxes and gratuities on
items included
•An Ed & Ted’s Excellent Adventures Tour
Director
Other Excursions will be doing that are
Free will include:
•Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks
•Shopping at the Premium Outlets in
Ellington
•John’s Pass (shops, restaurants, etc on the
Inland waterway)
•Red Barn Flea Market in Bradenton
•Church services available
•More TBA
Dolphin Beach Amenities include:
•Oversized rooms w/refrigerators and
microwaves
•Coffee Makers
•Hair Dryers
•Iron & Ironing Boards
•Free in room movie channels
•Beautiful outdoor pool w/sundeck
•Boca Sands Grill
•Lobby Lounge
•Flipper’s Beach Bar
•Patio Dining
•Laundry Facilities Available
•Beach Cabana rental available
•400 feet of sandy beach
•A trolley directly in front of the hotel runs all
the way to Clearwater with on/off privileges
•Restaurants, pharmacy, and grocery store di-
rectly across the street. There are Deep Sea
Fishing charters that operate out of the plaza
across the street form the resort as well as
John’s Pass located a couple of miles north of
the resort that can be accessed by the trolley
in front of the resort. The trolley is about
$3.00 per day with on and off privileges and
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