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INSIDE THIS ISSUE:

Director’s Corner 2

Senior Center News 3

In Home Services 4

Traveling Times 5

Puzzle Page 6

Jo’s Corner 7

Senior Center Facts 8

Popcorn & A Movie 9

Nutrition News 10

The Café Menu 11

Senior Center Calendar 12

Jokes & Answers 3

Annual Yard Sale! 16

Senior Center Fliers 17-26

Mecosta County

Senior News

The Keyhole Commission on Aging

MONTHLY MEETINGS

Marketing Group May 8, 9:30 am

Senior Center Activity Board

May 8, 10:30 am

Commission on Aging Advisory Board May 16, 9:00 am

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201820182018 Healthy ChoicesHealthy ChoicesHealthy Choices

MECOSTA COUNTY

Phone: 231-972-2884

12954 80th Avenue

Mecosta, MI 49332

This newsletter can be accessed online at:

www.co.mecosta.mi.us/seniorservices.html

COME JOIN US FOR OUR ANNUAL

HEALTHY CHOICES CONFERENCE!

We are inviting everyone to sign up for our annual Healthy Choices Conference! Are you struggling with trying to stay healthy or just looking for more information on alternatives and strategies for living a healthier life? This conference will cover a variety of topics to help you deal with stress and pain as well as finances and fitness. We are pleased to have so many wonderful partners, health care providers and businesses that want to take part in providing that information to you. Please see page 24 for details on this conference!

WHERE: MECOSTA COUNTY SENIOR CENTER WHEN: MAY 24 TIME: 8:30 AM REGISTRATION RSVP: YES! (Please send in your forms!) SEE PAGE 24 FOR DETAILS

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COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

Marilynn Vargo District 1

Jerrilynn Strong District 2

Linda Howard District 3

Raymond Steinke District 4

Tom O’Neil District 5

Mark Solis District 6

William Routley District 7

ADVISORY BOARD

Brenda Lambrix President / Deerfield

Mary Bechaz Vice Pres./Big Rapids

Nora Quisenberry Secretary/Barryton

William Routley County Commissioner

Glenn Norton Colfax

Shannon English Big Rapids

Jerrilynn Strong Sheridan

SENIOR CENTER

ACTIVITY BOARD Louise Christiansen President/Chippewa

Mike Dick Treasurer/Morton

Kay Jamieson Martiny

Jeanne Hanson Fork

Jean Chapin Hinton

Bob Chambers Morton

Mark Bolek Big Rapids

Brenda Newcombe Stanwood

Ardath Stadtfeld Morton c

COMMISSION ON AGING Cynthia Mallory Director

Shawn Sredersas Meals Coordinator

Dawn Ketchum Transport Coor.

Beth Whyte Activity Coordinator

Jennifer Clark In-Home Service Coor.

Mary Lynn Birkam Outreach Worker

Karil Lewis Outreach Worker

Jo Ann Longcor Volunteer Coor.

Jamie Knopf Accountant

Jackie Hulbert Receptionist

Rick Neumann Maintenance

Sally Wolfbrandt Data Entry

Dolly Knoertzer Homemaker Aide

Lora Sherman Homemaker Aide

Diane Bishop Homemaker Aide

Linda Stewart Homemaker Aide

Glenda Jamison Homemaker/Respite

Nadine Perkins Homemaker/Respite

Charisse Dixon Homemaker/Respite

Jeanne Simmon Homemaker/Respite

Doug Christiansen Van Driver

Mike Dean Van Driver

Carl Badder Van Driver

Kevin Haney Van Driver

Open Van Driver

Alan Garner Meal Delivery

Mark Sholty Meal Delivery

Dennis Zietlow Meal Delivery

Diane Snyder Meal Delivery

Mary Dodge Cook

Julia Hoisington Cook

Jodi Putman Cook

Michael Morrison AARP

IN LOVING MEMORY May you find comfort in knowing your thoughtful gifts have made a difference in

the lives of many area seniors. This month the Commission on Aging and Senior

Center received a love gift in memory of:

BEA POWELL JAMES TURNER

MARY GEKIERE ESTELLE CORNELL

Memorial Mecosta County Commission on Aging

Contributions May Be 12954 80th Avenue

Sent To: Mecosta, MI 49332

Annual Memorial Service Helps Many

We held our annual Memorial Service on April 12. The Reverend Jim Martin began the service with prayers, poems, and praise. As I called off the names of loved ones, family members and friends lit a candle in their memory and shared fond memories. Reverend Martin, who has helped many through the grieving process, tells of the benefit of the service. Reverend Martin believes the ser-vice we have helps with the grieving process by allowing friends and family the opportunity to talk about their experiences. Following the service refreshments were served as guests mingled and shared with one another.

Throughout the year do-nations are made to the Mecosta County Com-mission on Aging and Senior Center in memory of their loved ones. These donations assist with supporting pro-gramming for Home De-livered Meals, Medical Transportation, In Home Services and Senior Cen-

ter activities. We are blessed to have so many think of us in their time of grief and this memorial ceremony gives family and friends a time to share and remember those who are near and dear to their hearts.

If you would like to make a donation to the Mecosta County Com-

mission on Aging and Senior Center please call us at 231-972-2884,

or stop by. We are located at 12954 80th Avenue just 2 ½ miles north

of Mecosta.

Cynthia

May 2018

May News From The Senior Center…

Hello Friends!

Yay it is May! Hopefully we will have more spring like weather than we

did in April! I am busily working on Senior Enrichment Day stuff

hopefully by the time you get this letter you will be able to go to

seniorenrichmentday.com and check out all of the fun classes we will

be offering and get signed up to join us!

Lerner Csernai Fath Financial Group will do a presentation on Tuesday the 1st of May. On

Friday the 11th of May Nathan Myers will be here to entertain us! Matt Revord will be here at

the Mecosta County Senior Center on Wednesday the 16th of May to do a “Medicare

Review”. Mark & Mark will also be with us on Wednesday the 16th of May, so come out enjoy

the music and have lunch! We will be having an AARP Driver Safety Class on Wednesday the

23rd of May so please call and sign up for that right away due to limited space! On Thursday

the 24th of May we will be having our annual Health Conference. If you have never been to

one this is your chance to check it out! We have a fabulous list of speakers signed up to

educate us about our choices and you will also learn about dealing with stress.

A few things to be looking for in the next month or so…

• Save the date! Senior Enrichment Day June 20, 2018

• Save the date! Senior Center Picnic June 28, 2018

• Save the date! Annual Prime Rib/Prime Shopping Dinner August 2, 2018

• Save the date! Annual Senior Center Yard Sale August 4, 2018

There is so much going on and I have only touched on a few things, so please stop in and see

for yourself all the fun we are having here! We wouldn’t want you to miss out on a great

opportunity to enrich your lives. I am inviting all of you to come out to the Senior Center,

have some lunch, meet new people and share some laughs. Hope to see you soon!

~Beth~

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In Home Services Highlights - March 2018

Homemaker Aide Clients 99 Homemaker Aide Hours 410.00

Homemaker/Respite Clients 2 Homemaker/Respite Hours 19.50

Respite Clients 6 Respite Hours 101.50

- Jennifer

Celebrate Older Americans Month�

In Home ServicesIn Home Services

Reinvent Yourself- Today, older Americans are living longer and more healthfully than ever before. What does this mean for our notions of life after a career? Many retirees are finding new inspiration in second careers, helping others, discovering new interests, and pursuing dreams. Reinventing yourself can be fun and rewarding. Even better: it is also good for your mental and physical well-being. Whether you are planning for retire-ment or simply looking to get involved in new activities, start by thinking about your skills, dreams, and passions.

By 2029, more than 20% of Americans will be of retirement age

FOLLOW YOUR PASSION, USE YOUR SKILLS Careers after retirement can be rewarding, personally and financially. First, determine whether you have the skills needed for a new venture. If so, update your resume and start looking at job posts. If not, seek out classes and training—online or at a local college. Remember to ask whether financial assistance is available.

Express yourself through the arts. Learn to paint or draw, dust off those dancing shoes, or put your musical talent to use. Take a class in stand-up comedy or acting, or finally write that story. Even if you never felt artistic, everyone has the ability to be creative. As a bonus, studies show that the arts can improve brain health.

Keep learning and growing! Learn a new language or take a computer class. Or, maybe you have always wanted to travel and discover other cultures. No matter what you choose,

pursuing a new interest will help keep you happy, healthy, and connected. Consider using your years of experience to serve others. Volunteers meet a range of community needs, from mentoring at-risk youth to providing job training to helping families recover from disasters. Find opportunities by visiting a local organization or charity or go to:

www.nationalservice.gov/serve or check with the Senior Center for volunteer opportunities.

May 2018

May 2018

Traveling Facts March 2018

Volunteer Drivers Out of county: 7301 In county: 1606

Total Volunteer Hours: 355

Van Data Medical: 4228

By Dawn May 2018 Call today for a flier or visit our website

www.co.mecosta.mi.us/seniorservices.html

Little River Casino

June 15, 2018

Departure Times

Senior Center 9:00 am

Meijer's Big Rapids 9:20 am

Reed City McDonalds 9:30 am Must be 21 years old to play

Trains of West Virginia-

A Fall Foliage Adventure!

October 23-28, 2018 If you love trains this is

the trip for you! • Four Trains including an all day

excursion aboard the New River Train

• Dinner in Elkins at Graceland Inn

• Admission to the Gandy Dancer Dinner Theater

• 3 nights at the Canaan Valley Resort

• 2 nights at the Holiday Inn Express in Ashland, KY

• A two and half hour excursion aboard the “Cheat Mountain

Salamander”

Extended trips for 2018

with Your Host

Ed Crouch

The Amana Colonies

August 6-9, 2018

The Amana Colonies are a group of settlements of German Pietists in Iowa. They first settled in New York, however, in order to live in a more isolated surroundings they moved west to Iowa in 1855. They lived a communal life until the mid

1930s. The seven villages of the Amana Colonies offers visitors the

opportunity to step back from today’s busy pace, to relish in the comfort of locally crafted foods,

furniture, art and more. The Colonies offer a unique

history and culture found nowhere else in the world.

• 3 nights at Jumers Casino and

Hotel in Moline, Illinois • Admission to “Mama Mia!” at

the Circa 21 Dinner Theatre • Dinner Cruise aboard the

“Celebration Belle” on the Mississippi River

• Guided tour of the Amana Colonies with Lunch at the

Ox Yoke Inn • Quad Cities Botanical Gardens

• Time for gaming at Jumers Casino

Hampton Beach

Seafood Festival

September 6-13, 2018

This spectacular seaside festival

includes 60 top restaurants

serving mouthwatering seafood,

80 Arts & Craft vendors, live

music, fireworks and more!

• 1 night in Rochester, NY

• 3 nights in Portsmouth, NH

• 2 nights in Boston

• 1 night in Erie, PA

• Wine tasting at New Hampshire’s oldest vineyard

• Admission to the 29th Annual Hampton Beach Festival

• Scenic cruise out of Portsmouth Harbor

• Picture stop at Cape Neddick Light

• A traditional New England Lobster Bake

• Tour of Cape Ann, MA • Tour of Rockport, MA

• JFK Museum and Dreams of Freedom Museum

• Tour of Boston’s Fenway Park

Baseball Stadium

• Tour of Boston’s Historic Freedom Trail and MORE!

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you will have to look

back next month for

the answer!

How Can you give

someone $63 using

six bills, without

using any one dollar

bills?

Come back next

month if you’re

stumped to see what

it is.

Previous Months

Answer!

“What has 4 letters,

Sometimes 9 letters,

but never has 5

letters.”

What = 4 letters

Sometimes = 9 letter

Never = 5 letters

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Bell Flower Bergenia Calla Lily Celosia

Clematis Clover Coral Bells Cosmos

Crocus Dahlia Daisy Day Lily

Dianthus Echium Eustoma Erica

Fleur Fox Glove Freesia Fuschia

Gardenia Geranium Gaura Gladiolus

Golden Rod Hebe Hibiscus

Holly Hock Hosta Hydrangea Ilex

Iris Ixia Ixora Ivy

Jasmine Jonquil Kamia Lady’s Slipper

Lilac Lotus Lubin Magnolia

Mallow Marigold Nerine Nigella

Orchid Pansy Peony Phlox

Poppy Quince Rose Rudbeckia

Scilla Sedum Sunflower Tea Rose

Tulip Ursinia Verbena Viola

Violet Water Lily Wisteria Xylosma

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Mecosta Senior Center Facts For May 2018

Senior Center Visits for March 2018

Registered for lunch 605

Registered for activities 852

Registered for COA service 35 Registered Volunteers 276

Total Registered Visits 1256

Good Job Everyone!

Red Hat Society

May 9, 2018

Meet at the Mecosta County Senior Center

at 10 am.

For more info call Joyce at (231)867-3724

Medicare Assistance

Turning 65? Do you have questions about

Medicare? Prescription Drug Coverage?

Medicare balance billing? For any Medicare

questions, we have trained Medicare

Assistance at the Mecosta Senior

Center & Spectrum Health of Big Rapids

If you need assistance, please call

(231)972-2884 for an appointment

If you have items you would like to put in the Country Boutique on consignment, Beth would be

happy to help you. Just give her a call at (231)972-2884 before arriving.

Country Boutique News..

Greeting cards are now on sale for these special occasions:

•Birthday •Thinking of You •Anniversary •Sympathy •Get Well •Wedding •Thank You •Baby •Baptism •Christening •Retirement •New Home •Secret Pal •Congratulations •Encouragement •Good Bye •Welcome Back •Graduation

We desperately need the

following cards for recycle:

Daughter ~ Daughter In Law

Granddaughter ~ Grandson

Son ~ Son In Law

*Just a reminder for those who donate cards, we

need the whole card for

recycling! Thank you!

Thank you for your support, we really

appreciate your business!

May 2018

Popcorn & A Movie Tuesday May 8 at 1 pm (will start popcorn & candy sales at 12:45 pm)

“The Stray”

The 2nd Tuesday of each month join us for snacks and a movie! For more information call (231)972-2884

PG

Young Christian Davis finds a stray dog named Pluto and decides to bring it home to his parents and two siblings. Christian's father, Mitch, works long hours and his mother Michelle just wants a husband who's there for the family. In just a short time with the Davis clan, Pluto manages to rescue a lost toddler, bring comfort to Christian and help save Mitch and Michelle's struggling marriage.

Cast: Michael Cassidy Sarah Lancaster Connor Corum Enoch Ellis Brennan Williams Scott Christopher Eliza de Azevedo Brown

None Light Moderate Heavy

Language ●

Violence ●

Sex ●

Nudity ●

Will be at the Mecosta County Senior Center on

Tuesday the 1st of May

At 10 am They will be doing a presentation

on Medicare plans and their structure.

Medicare can be confusing, our Benefits Division at Lerner, Csernai & Fath is here

to take that confusion away from you!

You will be educated on the offerings and the enrollment process.

Please call (231) 972-2884 to reserve your seat!

THANKS to our GREAT

Kitchen Crew, Volun-

teers, and YOU “Treat

Supporters”, $1,600 has

been raised the last 6 months to help

deliver home-bound meals. SWEET...

Tuesdays & Fridays 10:00-12:30pm

JUST $1.00!

BARRYTON MEAL SITE

Barryton Senior Building, 71 Northern Ave., Barryton, Michigan 49305

989-382-7244

OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC!!!

Open: Mondays & Tuesdays 11:30AM-1:00PM For Reservations: call the COA at 231-972-2884 Lunch Served: 12:00PM Cost: Persons age 60+ suggested donation is $2.00

Persons under age 60 cost is $5.00.

3rd Mon. May 21 - 12:00PM

Lunch for just a BUCK ($1.00).

3rd Tue. May 15 - 12:00PM

Come celebrate this month’s Birthdays, with cake. FREE lunch for all Birthday people.

MEAL COUNTS

LAST MONTH:

Home Delivered Meals: Meals Served………………. 4,069 Seniors Served……………… 184 Delivery Volunteer Miles…… 1,292 Site Congregate Meals: Meals Served………………… 722

NUTRITIONAL NEWS

Time for sowing those seeds and plants:

Not only are herbs low in salt, and calories, but they

add zest AND health benefits. Try these easy to grow

herbs in the following ways, or create your own…

BASIL Benefits: Anti-inflammatory, antibacterial

and magnesium. Uses: Great in pesto, on white

meats, combined with fruit, or added in stir-fries.

REMEMBER add it at the END.

DILL Benefits: Contains iron and calcium.

Uses: This aromatic herb is best with salmon, added

in stews, on a variety of vegetables (like cucumbers).

CILANTRO Benefits: It's a good source of fiber

and iron. Uses: Has a slightly citrusy taste. Its best in

salsa, guacamole, and combined with citrus.

CORIANDER SEEDS Benefits: Helps blood sugar

and cholesterol. Uses: Great added to soups, fish, and

smoked meats, like turkey.

ROSEMARY Benefits: Contains fiber, iron, and

calcium. Uses: Works well with roasted meats (like

chicken, pork, and salmon) or mixed into sauces.

SAGE Benefits: Contains antioxidants and helps

enhance the memory. Uses: Good with sweet fruits

and veggies, like apples and squash, it also adds a

punch to sausage and cheeses.

THYME Benefits: Contains vitamin K, and it pro-

tects cells. Uses: Add it to bean, egg, and veggie

dishes. For meat, try lamb. It blends well with parsley.

TURMERIC Benefits: Source of manganese, helps

arthritis pain. Uses: This colorful spice is most

commonly used in curries, but it adds flavor to stir-

fried veggies or rice.

PARSLEY Benefits: It contains vitamins K, C, A,

and folate. Uses: This versatile spice is great in pasta

dishes, sprinkle on fish, chicken, or add to potatoes.

SWEET TREATS

May 2018

MECOSTA SENIOR CENTER DINING

11:30 AM (salad bar)

12:00 PM (entrée)

Senior Donation: $3.00

Non Senior Cost: $5.00

2018 MAY

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

1

Glazed Pork Chop

Stuffing

Spinach

Bread

Cake

Milk

2

Liver & Onions

Mashed Potato/Gravy

Corn

Bread

Rice Pudding

Milk

3

Beef Tips

Noodles

Yellow Beans

Bread

Fresh Fruit

Milk

4

Western Omelet Bake

Browned Potatoes

Asparagus

Muffin

Orange Juice

Milk

7

Chicken Cacciatore

Rice

Broccoli

Bread

Pears

Milk

8

Pasties

Mixed Vegetables

California Medley

Bread

Mixed Fruit

Milk

9

Lasagna

Sicilian Vegetables

Tossed Salad

Garlic Bread

Butterscotch Brownie

Milk

10

Creamy Pork

Au Gratin Potatoes

Brussel Sprouts

Bread

Tropical Fruit

Milk

11

Salisbury Steak

Mashed Potatoes/Gravy

Green Beans

Bread

Chocolate Delight

Milk

Mother’s Luncheon

14

Swedish Meatballs

Noodles

Carrots

Bread

Plums

Milk

15

Hot Turkey Sandwich


Vegetable Blend

Bread

Diced Apples

Milk

16

Sweet & Sour Pork

Fried Rice

Far East Vegetables

Bread

Mandarin Oranges

Milk

17

Tuna Noodle Casserole

Mixed Vegetables

Peas

Bread

Cherry Cobbler

Milk

18

Sloppy Joe Bake

Cole Slaw

Baked Beans

Bread

Fresh Fruit

Milk

21

Beef & Broccoli Bake

Brown Rice

Spinach

Bread

Apricots

Milk

22

Veal Parmesan

Sicilian Veggies/Pasta

Tossed Salad

Bread Stick

Vanilla Pudding

Milk

23

BBQ Ribs

Baked Potato

Snap Beans

Corn Bread

Bread Pudding

Milk

24

Baked Chicken

Sweet Potato

Vegetable Medley

Wheat Rolls

Hot Cinnamon Apples

Milk

25

Cheeseburger

Potato Wedges

3 Bean Salad

Bun

Fresh Fruit

Milk

28

CLOSED

MEMORIAL DAY

29

Mushroom Steak Bake


Vegetable Medley

Bread

Pineapple

Milk

30

Chicken Dumplings

Cauliflower

Peas

Bread

Applesauce

Milk

Birthday: 1st

Dollar Day: 21st

MAY:

Orange Day: 4th

Butterscotch Day: 9th

Cherry Day: 17th

Vanilla Day: 22nd

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SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY

1 8:30 am Tai Chi

9:30 am Beginner Line Dance 10 am Card Recycling 11:30 am Celebrate May Birthdays with Metron 12:30 pm Chair Line Dance 12:45 pm Euchre 1 pm Craft 1:45 pm Tai Chi for Arthritis

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7 7:30 & 8:30 am EnhanceFitness® 9:30 am Advanced Line Dancing 12:45 pm Bridge

8 8:30 am Tai Chi

9:30 am Beginner Line Dance Marketing Group 10 am Card Recycling 10:30 am Sr. Center Board Meeting 12:45 pm Euchre 1 pm Popcorn & A Movie 1:45 pm Tai Chi for Arthritis

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14

7:30 & 8:30 am EnhanceFitness® 9:30 am Advanced Line Dancing 12:45 pm Bridge

15 8:30 am Tai Chi

9:30 am Beginner Line Dance 10 am Card Recycling 12:30 pm Chair Line Dance 12:45 pm Euchre 1 pm Craft 1:45 pm Tai Chi for Arthritis

20 21

7:30 & 8:30 am EnhanceFitness® 9:30 am Advanced Line Dancing 12:45 pm Bridge

22 8:30 am Tai Chi

9:30 am Beginner Line Dance 10 am Card Recycling 12:30 pm Chair Line Dance 12:45 pm Euchre 1 pm Craft 1:45 pm Tai Chi for Arthritis

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28 Closed in

Observation of

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8:30 am Tai Chi 9:30 am Beginner Line Dance 10 am Card Recycling 12:30 pm Chair Line Dance 12:45 pm Euchre 1 pm Craft 1:45 pm Tai Chi for Arthritis

May 2018 Senior Center PULL OUT & PIN UP Daily Activities

EXERCISE Enhance Fitness: 7:30 & 8:30 am Mondays Wednesdays & Fridays Tai Chi: 8:30 am Tuesdays Tai Chi for Arthritis : 1:45 pm Tuesdays 1:45 pm Fridays

DANCE INSTRUCTION Beginning Line Dance: 9:30 am Tuesdays Advanced Line Dance: 9:30 am Mondays Wednesdays & Fridays Chair Line Dance: 12:30 pm Tuesdays CARD GAMES Bridge: 12:45 pm Mondays Euchre: 12:45 pm Tuesdays Wednesdays, & Fridays Pinochle: 12:45 pm Thursdays Mah Jongg 12:30 pm *Thursdays

OTHER ACTIVITIES Bingo 1 pm Every Friday Greeting Card Recycling: 10 am Tuesdays & Fridays Painting Group: 1:30 pm Thursdays Scrabble: 1:00 pm Thursdays

Monthly Support Groups & Clinics

Blind & Visually Impaired - 4th Wednesday

Miracle Ear -4th Wednesday

Medicare/Medicaid Assistance: call for appt.

Jenni Lynn’s Home Services Foot Clinic - 3rd Thursday *Please call (231)972-2884 to make an appointment

*Jenni Lynn’s Home Services Blood Pressure Clinic Every Friday

*10 am Every Wednesday

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Famous Jamous If you have a witty saying and would like to share, feel free to send to the center in care of Famous

Jamous. I will try my best to put them together and give you a little giggle in the process. Live to Laugh and Love to Laugh! Laughter is the best medicine!

MAY 2018

April

Snow Showers

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CURIOSITY

A three year old accompanied his dad to see a litter of kittens.

On returning home, he rushed to his mother and breathlessly

informed her of what he had seen and also that in the litter

there were two boy kittens and two girl kittens. “Well how did

you know that?” his mother asked. The little fellow immedi-

ately responded and said, “Daddy picked them up and looked

underneath, I think it’s printed on their bottom!”

Courtesy of The Country Register of Alberta, Canada

Fruit Salad 2/3 Cup Fresh Orange Juice 1/3 Cup Fresh Lemon Juice 1/3 Cup Packed Brown Sugar 1/2 Teaspoon Grated Orange Zest 1/2 Teaspoon Grated Lemon Zest 1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract 2 Cups Cubed Fresh Pineapple 2 Cups Strawberries Sliced 3 Bananas Sliced 2 Oranges Sectioned 1 Cup Seedless Grapes 2 Cups Blueberries Bring orange juice, lemon juice, brown sugar, orange zest, and lemon zest to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat and simmer until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat, and stir in vanilla and cool. Layer fruit in class dish and pour cool sauce over fruit.

Fruit Pizza 1 Roll Refrigerated Sugar Cookie Dough 1 Package (8oz) Cream Cheese, Softened 1/3 Cup Sugar 1/2 Teaspoon Vanilla 2 Kiwifruit, Peeled, Halved and Sliced 1 Cup halved or Quartered Fresh Strawberries 1 Cup Fresh Blueberries 1/2 Cup Apple Jelly Press cookie dough evenly in bottom of pan and bake 12 to 16 minutes at 350 degrees or until golden brown. Cool for about 30 minutes. In small bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar and vanilla with electric mixer on medium speed until fluffy. Spread mixture over crust. Arrange fruit over cream cheese. Stir jelly until smooth, spoon or brush over fruit. Refrigerate until chilled.

May 2018

Spring has sprung...

That usually means garage sales, cleaning

closets, basements, nooks & crannies. What do you do with all the useful stuff

you just don’t want anymore?

Bring it to the Senior Center!

The drop off tent will be up after Memorial day so all you have to do is bring all your unwanted gently used items and drop them off in our tent!

Please no TV’s, encyclopedias or items that do not work!

May 2018

WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

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7:30 & 8:30 am EnhanceFitness® 9:30 am Advanced Line Dancing 10 am 12:45 pm Euchre

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12:45 pm Pinochle 1 pm Scrabble 1:30 pm Paint Group

4 7:30 & 8:30 am EnhanceFitness®

9:30 am Advanced Line Dancing 10 am Card Recycling 11 am Jenni Lynn’s Blood Pressure Clinic 12:45 pm Euchre 1 pm Bingo 1:45 pm Tai Chi for Arthritis

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7:30 & 8:30 am EnhanceFitness® 9:30 am Advanced Line Dancing 10 am Red Hat Society 12:45 pm Euchre

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7:30 & 8:30 am EnhanceFitness® 9:30 am Advanced Line Dancing 10 am Card Recycling 10:30 am Music with Nathan 11 am Jenni Lynn’s Blood Pressure Clinic 12:45 pm Euchre 1 pm Bingo with The Laurels 1:45 pm Tai Chi for Arthritis

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7:30 & 8:30 am EnhanceFitness® 9 am Advisory Board Meeting 9:30 am Advanced Line Dancing 10 am

American Senior Benefits Presentation with Matt & Kris 11:30 am Music with Mark & Mark 12:45 pm Euchre

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9:30 am Art & Appetizers 10 am Jenni Lynn’s Foot Clinic (by appointment only) 12:45 pm Pinochle 1 pm Scrabble 1 pm Art & Appetizers

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7:30 & 8:30 am EnhanceFitness® 9:30 am Advanced Line Dancing 10 am Card Recycling 11 am Jenni Lynn’s Blood Pressure Clinic 12:45 pm Euchre 1 pm Bingo 1:45 pm Tai Chi for Arthritis

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7:30 & 8:30 am EnhanceFitness® 8:30 am AARP Driver Safety 9:30 am Advanced Line Dancing 10 am 12:45 pm Euchre 1 pm Blind & Visually Impaired Meeting

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8 am Health Conference (Registration)


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7:30 & 8:30 am EnhanceFitness® 9:30 am Advanced Line Dancing 10 am Card Recycling 11 am Jenni Lynn’s Blood Pressure Clinic 12:45 pm Euchre 1 pm Bingo with Royal View 1:45 pm Tai Chi for Arthritis

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May 2018 Senior Center PULL OUT & PIN UP

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AARP “Smart Driver” (Driver Safety Class)

Will be at the Mecosta County Senior Center

Wednesday May 23, 2018

8:30 am ~ Lunch Break ~ 5 pm

ATTEND THIS 8 HOUR CLASS AND RECEIVE A 3 YEAR CERTIFICATE

There is a $15.00 fee for AARP members and $20.00 fee for non AARP members

to pay for materials.

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED PLEASE CALL (231)972-2884 TO RESERVE A SPOT!

Western Mah Jongg

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Tai Chi for Arthritis: Prevention is better than cure, so come focus on preventing illness,

strengthening your health and improving your wellness.

Tai Chi for Arthritis is a special program created in 1997 by Dr. Lam

and medical experts, to improve arthritic conditions and balance.

Come learn the 12 movements of Tai Chi for Arthritis, from our Sun style trained Instructor.

Tuesdays & Fridays 1:45 pm at Mecosta County Senior Center

12954 80th Ave., Mecosta

The Keyhole

Join us on Friday May 11, 2018

At 10:30 am

To enjoy the special talents & Music

Played by

Nathan Myer

This entertainer can be obtained through the Wheatland Music Organization

call (989) 967-8879 for more information

Music with Mark & Mark!

Wednesday May 16, 2018 11:30 am at the

Mecosta County Senior Center

May 2018

Medicare 2018 Updates & Plan Changes

Adam Spedoske will be at the Mecosta County Senior Center Friday June 1, 2018 At 10 am

This presentation will update you on 2018 Medicare Changes, changes to Medicare Advantage Plans, what Medicare parts A, B, C and D covers along with the

basics on how Medicare Supplement Plans & Medicare Advantage Plans work with the changes due to the

Affordable Care Act, and the increasing premiums on BCBS Medicare.

Space is limited so call to reserve a seat at (231)972-2884. If you are unable to make this presentation call Beth at the above number for more information.

Want to Travel….. But don’t want to drive?

Travel with us!

Senior Center Travel Itinerary:

May 19-24, 2018 Lakes, Grapes, Canals and Cruises

June 9-17, 2018 UP, OVER, DOWN and BACK

June 15, 2018 Little River Casino Trip

July 23-26, 2018 Mystery Trip

August 6-9, 2018 The Amana Colonies

August 17, 2018 Little River Casino Trip

September 6-13, 2018 The 29th Annual Hampton Beach Seafood Festival

October 19, 2018 Little River Casino Trip

October 23-28, 2018 Trains of West Virginia A Fall Foliage Adventure

November 29 - December 4th A Capital Christmas

If you haven’t seen a flyer or you need more information please contact Dawn at (231)972-2884

May 2018

Blind & Visually Impaired

Support Group

Wednesday May 23, 2018 At 1 pm

Memorial Day Service

Mecosta County Senior Center

Friday May 25, 2018

At 11 am

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BREAKFAST... Mecosta County Senior Center

12954 80th Ave., Mecosta

Congregate Meals Program will be offering

BREAKFAST every Wednesday from,

8:30am - 10:30am

YOUR CHOICE OF:

Hard Boiled Eggs Sliced Ham (cold)

Bagel or Muffin

Yogurt & Fruit

Coffee/Milk

Free Will Donation�

American Senior Benefits

Matt Revord & Kris Swaffer will present Changes with Medicare for 2018 and which plan works best for

each individual situation.

Wednesday May 16, 2018

10:30 am Class size is limited so please call (231)972-2884 to reserve your seat!

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May 2018

THE MARY PINE AWARD

RECOGNIZING ELDER CITIZENSHIP

This award will be presented at the 30th Annual Senior Enrichment Day to be held on Wednesday

June 20, 2018 at the Big Rapids High School.

This award is designed to find and honor special citizens, age 55 and over, who use the gifts of a

long and productive life to benefit Mecosta County in a positive manner. Special consideration

will be given to those “unsung heroes” whose efforts and civic spirit may not ordinarily receive ad-

equate recognition. We are looking for that unique person who acts behind the scenes or in a subtle

way, avoiding publicity and notoriety.

Area residents may nominate persons deserving recognition by filling in this form

and mailing it to:

MARY PINE

Mecosta County Commission On Aging

12954 80th Ave.

Mecosta, MI 49332

Nominations must be received no later than June 4, 2018 *************************************************************

Name of Nominee: ____________ _______________Age:____________

Address: _______________________________Phone: ______________

Describe the nominee’s degree of involvement in volunteer activities benefiting older Americans and the

community. (Please use additional page if needed.) ____________________________________________________________________________________________

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Your Name: _______________________________ Phone: ______________________

Thank you for helping us discover greatness in our own neighborhoods!!!!

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SENIOR PROJECT FRESH

Thanks to proper processing & high usage

of last years coupons, we have been

awarded ADDITIONAL coupons this year!

Look in June’s Keyhole for dates & times, of required educational class & coupon distribution at:

Barryton Area: Barryton Senior Building

Big Rapids Area: Parkview’s Hi-Rise Building

Mecosta Area: Mecosta County Senior Center Building

2018 MICHIGAN Senior Project

FRESH/Market FRESH:

You are eligible to receive $20 in FREE COUPONS,

accepted at participating Farmer’s Markets to purchase Michigan grown produce,

IF YOU ARE:

- 60 Years of Age or Older

- Live in Mecosta County

- Your Income is Under $22,311.00 for one person $30,044.00 for two people

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