MONTHLY NEWSLETTER
MAY 2017
Vol 4. No. 5
This month’s menu
for all senior
centers PAGE 11
PAGE 17: Registration for
Senior Living Conference
ESCANABA (p. 2-5)
HERMANSVILLE (p. 16-17) MID-COUNTY (p. 18-19)
225 N. 21st St.
Escanaba, MI 49829
Phone: (906) 786-8850
Hours: M-F 8-3
W5480 1st St.
Hermansville, MI 49847
Phone: (906) 498-7735
Hours: M-F 8-3
202 S. US 41
Daggett, MI 49821
Phone: (906) 753-6986
Hours: M-F 8-3
GLADSTONE (p. 10-12)
MENOMINEE (p. 6-9)
ROCK AREA (p. 13-15)
303 N. 8th St.
Gladstone, MI 49837
Phone: (906) 428-2201
Hours: M-F 8:30-3:30
905 10th St.
Menominee, MI 49858
Phone: (906) 863-3256
Hours: M-F 8-3
3892 W Maple Ridge 37th Rd
Rock, MI 49880
Phone: (906) 356-6420
MWTh 8-3 Tu 11-7
HOMECARE AND HOSPICE
...because there is no place like home.
Registered Nurses Aides
Therapists
Social Workers
Lifeline
Postoperative Care
500 Main St., Manistique, MI
(Lake St. entrance)
of Menominee
906-341-3284
Come Back to Michigan for your
Post Hospital Care!
Skilled Nursing Care &
Rehabilitation Services
906-863-9941
501 2nd St. • Menominee, MI
BRIAN KUOPUS • AUDIOLOGIST
804 Ludington St, Escanaba
906-789-6068
REGIONAL SERVICE CENTERS:
Escanaba • Hancock • Iron Mountain • Ishpeming • L’anse
ASSISTED
LIVING
PERMANENT MAKE UP
EYELINER
EYEBROWS
LICENSED & INSURED
1308 Ludington Ave
789-1467
2502 TAYLOR STREET
MARINETTE
715-732-2550
For ad info. call 1-800-950-9952 • www.4lpi.com
MDS Community Action Agency
A 4C 01-1371
Escanaba Senior Center Mon-Fri, 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Escanaba Senior Center
ACTIVITIES for May
Mon
Tue
Escanaba Senior Center
(906)786-8850
2017
Wed
Thu
Fri
1
2
Foot Clinic 9-11:30
Center Bingo 1-3
Sit & Be Fit 11-11:45
Line Dancing 12:45-2:30
3
** Crafts 10-12
Line Dancing 12:452:30
4
5
Wii Club 10-12
Open Bridge 10-12
Line Dancing 12:45-2:30 Sit & Be Fit 1111:45
8
9
Sit & Be Fit 11-11:45
Perronville Birthday
Line Dancing 12:45-2:30 Blood Pressure
Screening 11-12
Center Bingo 1-3
Escanaba Bridge 1-3
10 Mother’s Day
11
Ford River Birthday
Open Bridge 10-12
Line Dancing 12:45-2:30
15
16
Sit & Be Fit 11-11:45
Center Bingo 1-3
Line Dancing 12:45-2:30
17
Line Dancing 12:452:30
18 CSFP
19
Wii Club 10-12
Open Bridge 10-12
Line Dancing 12:45-2:30 Sit & Be Fit 1111:45
22
23
Sit & Be Fit 11-11:45
Center Bingo 1-3
Line Dancing 12:45-2:30 Escanaba Bridge 1-3
24
Bark River Birthday
Escanaba Birthday
Line Dancing 12:452:30
25
26
Wii Club 10-12
Open Bridge 10-12
Line Dancing 12:45-2:30 Sit & Be Fit 1111:45
29
CLOSED FOR
MEMORIAL DAY
31
Line Dancing 12:452:30
** Crafts this month
on the first
Wednesday due to
Mother’s Day Lunch
30
Center Bingo 1-3
Activities are subject to
change with little or no
notice. Please call the
Center at 786-8850 to
verify if activity will take
place as planned and for
new activities.
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Lunch 11 a.m.
Line Dancing 12:452:30
12
Wii Club 10-12
Sit & Be Fit 1111:45
See our Facebook page!
Search for
Escanaba Senior Center
today!
MDSCAA SENIOR SERVICES
May 2017 Newsletter
Escanaba Senior Center Mon-Fri, 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Hurray, hurray it’s May! It’s the month we celebrate Mother’s Day.
Other lesser known days to
celebrate in May are Lost Sock
Day May 9 and Lucky Penny
Day May 23.
Other events happening in the
area are a health screen for
your cardiovascular health
Monday, May 15, at Christ the
King Lutheran Church in Escanaba. You will need
to pre-register and there is a fee involved. Call
888-653-6450 to pre-register.
one up at the Senior Center (or your driver can
bring you one), or get one at www.mdscaa.org,
and mail to 507 1st Ave. N,
Escanaba, MI 49829, along with your $10 fee.
Forms must be received by May 12. If you want
more information call the
Contact Information:
Senior Center at 786Lydia LaPalm
8850.
225 N. 21st St.
Have a nice month and
Escanaba MI 49829
get outside and
(906) 786-8850
enjoy the weather!
[email protected]
Lydia
On Wednesday, May 17, there is a Senior Living
Conference at The Island Resort and Casino. This
is to help seniors live their lives in a healthy and
safe way. There will be speakers, morning coffee
and rolls, sit down lunch, vendors, casino promo
cash and door prizes. You must preregister for
this event. A form is on page 17, or you may pick
ESCANABA, MI
906-399-5561
Dave Nommensen to place an ad today!
[email protected] or (800) 950-9952 x2465
HARBOR
TOWER
Overlooking Beautiful Little Bay de Noc
A CCEPTING A PPLICATIONS
Must meet income guidelines
For one-bedroom apartments
• Secured Building • Laundry Facilities
• Foot Clinics • Church Activities
• Recreational Activities • Community Room
• Maintenance on call 24 Hours
Call 786-6229 or stop by Harbor Tower
110 S. 5th St., Escanaba, MI 49829
David LaCosse, Executive Director
www.harbortower.org • [email protected]
North Woods Place
BAYVIEW AND FAIRVIEW MANORS
Senior Living
• 1 bedroom subsidized apartments • Incentives for seniors 62 and older and disabled persons
• Income based rent $408 or less
• Includes all utilities with free washers and dryers
“Where your golden years will be golden”
Call Gayle @ 906.789.2268
to schedule a tour
217 Dakota Ave, Gladstone, MI 49837 • Phone 906-428-2215
Applications at www.gladstonehousing.org
501 South Lincoln Road, Escanaba, MI
Cedar Hill Assisted Living & Senior Apartments
FOR ALL YOUR INSURANCE NEEDS
www.garceauins.com
823 Ludington St. ~ Escanaba, MI
906.789.0900
N 15916 US Hwy 41 ~ Powers, MI
906.497.4290
All Utilities Included • On-site Physical Therapy with Pool
Seated Yoga • Prayer Group • Monthly Mass.
OLD TIME BUTCHER SHOP
OL
Senior Apartments offers large community space with deck
and meal options for low monthly fee
Completely Remodeled 2014
Specializing in choice meats, homemade sausage,
wild game processing, sausage making, & smoking
ALL YOUR ROUND
Store: 906-786-1950
1519 Sheridan Road
Fax: 906-786-2807
Escanaba, MI 49829
Home: 906-786-9596
1059 Hwy US 2 & 41, Bark River, Mi (906) 466-9991
For ad info. call 1-800-950-9952 • www.4lpi.com
Wally & Jeannette Viau
MDS Community Action Agency
B 4C 01-1371
Escanaba Senior Center Mon-Fri, 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Escanaba Senior Center Activities
Escanaba Senior Center
Mondays
Foot Clinic first Monday of the month, 9-11:30
a.m. (call ahead to schedule appointment time)
Sit & Be Fit 11-11:45 a.m.
Line Dancing 12:45-2:30 p.m.
Tuesdays
Center Bingo 1-3 p.m.
Escanaba Bridge Club 1-3 p.m.
Wednesdays
Crafts — Second Wednesday of the month 10noon (please reserve a spot so there are enough
supplies) ** Crafts is on first Wednesday this
month due to Mother’s Day.
Line Dancing 12:45-2:30 p.m.
Thursdays
Open Bridge 10-noon
Line Dancing 12:45-2:30 p.m.
Fridays
Wii Club Bowling 10 a.m. to noon
Sit & Be Fit 11-11:45 a.m.
SEE CALENDAR ON PAGE 2 FOR SPECIAL EVENTS
Birthday Party
May 24
Appetizers at 11:30 a.m.
Lunch at noon
Happy birthday to ALL of our seniors on
their birthday in May.
Join us for a great lunch. Share the Wealth
Drawing, door prizes, and appetizers!
Call the Center to reserve a seat
786-8850
Satellite Center Birthday Parties
Tuesday, May 9 ....................................... Perronville
Thursday, May 11..................................... Ford River
Wednesday, May 24 ................................Bark River
Commodities Distribution
DISTRIBUTION DATES:
Congratulations June
Peterson. She was honored at
the RSVP Recognition March 22
for 31 years of service. Thank
you to ALL volunteers for the
work you do!
Greeting Cards
The Senior Center has a great
selection of greeting cards for
all your needs.
Suggested donation 50¢ each
Can’t get out? Have your meal driver
ask for a selection and we’ll be happy
to help you “shop at home!”
Foot Clinic Monday, May 1
Call for an appointment. Cost $12. Bring your
own towel. A waiver must be signed to receive
foot care.
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Next CSFP
Monthly Distribution:
May 18
10-11 a.m.
Next TEFAP
Quarterly Distribution:
June 9
9-noon
ALL DISTRIBUTIONS AT
FAIRGROUNDS.
CHANGES WILL BE
ANNOUNCED IN LOCAL
MEDIA
If you haven’t already
renewed your card.
Please call 786-8850
to make an
appointment.
DATA Bus will deliver monthly commodities
boxes for seniors, Cost $1 per box, paid to
driver, within Escanaba city limits.
Call office, 786-8850, if interested.
Bark River commodities are also delivered to
the Bark River Senior Center. The truck’s estimated time of arrival is 12:30 p.m. If you’re
interested call 786-8850 to sign up for this
distribution. See CSFP date above.
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May 2017 Newsletter
Escanaba Senior Center Mon-Fri, 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
MOTHER’S DAY
LUNCHEON
Need help figuring out your
electronic devices?
Come celebrate Mother’s Day with us Wednesday,
May 10, starting at 11 a.m. There will be
entertainment by the Sasquatch Yooper and his
Classical Noise Band. Come and participate in the
fun of Share the Wealth, door prizes and yummy
appetizers. At noon we will be serving chicken
cordon bleu, potato, Key Largo veggies, spinach
salad and strawberry short cake.
Suggest donation $5.
Make your reservation today for lunch at the
Escanaba Senior Center. CALL 786-8850.
Come to the Escanaba Senior Center every
Wednesday and Friday from 9:30-11:30 a.m. and
Veronica can answer your questions. Please bring
in your laptop, tablet and/or phones.
After you learn more about your tablet,
phone or laptop, check out our
Computer Lab/Library, open 8 a.m.-3 p.m.
Monday through Friday.
UPCOMING NOTICES
Home Heating Credit deadline is Sept. 30. If you
receive the Bridge Card you must file for the Home
Heating Credit or your food dollar
amount will be reduced. Contact
your Senior Center for an
appointment. Call 786-8850.
NEXT DATA BUS TRIP TO MARQUETTE
SATURDAY, MAY 6. Cost is $10. Stops in
Marquette to include Kohl’s, Yonkers, Target,
TJ Max, Michaels Crafts and lunch at Big Boy. Pick
up 8:30 a.m., return home 5-6 p.m. Call Escanaba
Senior Center for reservation.
786-8850.
Limit of 20 people to fill the bus.
Happy Birthday to our March Birthdays
Birthday Party Winners!
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Menominee Senior Center Mon-Fri, 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
CAA Menominee Senior Center
905 10th St.
Menominee, MI 49858
Phone:
(906) 863-2158
Center Ongoing Daily Activities
Mondays:
Tuesdays:
Wednesdays:
Thursdays:
Fridays:
Exercise Class
Line Dancing
Card Playing
Exercise Class
Duplicate Bridge
10 a.m.
10 a.m.
1 p.m.
10 a.m.
10 a.m.
Menominee Senior Center Bus Hours:
Monday through Friday
8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Please call at least a day in advance to schedule
your bus ride
Hello, Spring! May is here and summer is peeking
around the corner. Everything is starting to bloom,
and we remember what it feels like to feel alive
again after being in a winter cocoon.
May is a month to remember our mothers or other
special women in our lives who gave maternal guidance when needed. Thank you ladies for bringing
life into this world and nurturing future generations.
May is also the month to remember our fallen soldiers who bravely fought for our freedom. Some
gave their lives to defend this country so that we
may live in peace. Please pay your respects for
those who perished so
you can live freely.
My wish is that you
make each day feel like
spring for as long as
you live -- full of promise, love and joy.
Center Administrator:
Renelle Betters
609N Intake Park Road
Manistique, Michigan 49854
Excellence in Senior Living at Affordable Prices
www.harborscommunity.com
906.863.3300
715-732-5833
LAKESIDE MOTOR INN
26 Lowrie Ave.
Gladstone, MI 49837
906-428-9667
906.341.4421
26 Lowrie Ave.
Gladstone, MI 49837
(906) 428-3170
(800) 982-6643
For ad info. call 1-800-950-9952 • www.4lpi.com
MDS Community Action Agency
C 4C 01-1371
Menominee Senior Center Mon-Fri, 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Foot Clinic Dates
May 11 and May 15
A local nurse will soak your feet, trim your nails,
and do an overall health inspection of your
“tootsies.” Cost is $12 per person. Please bring
your own towel. Appointments are necessary. Call
the center at (906) 863-2158 to schedule your
appointment. A waiver must be signed ahead of
time.
Menominee CSFP Program Update
CSFP commodity distribution takes place monthly
in Menominee County. Our center will be back on
schedule for every third Tuesday of each month.
The next distribution for Menominee Senior Center is set for 11 a.m. to noon Tuesday, May 16 -PLEASE NOTE THE NEW TIME!
(For CSFP, you must be age 60 and over and
within income guidelines. You will need to certify
with the center to qualify.)
Note: Each center has its own dates/times for
CSFP distribution. Contact your local center for
more details about the CSFP program.
Menominee TEFAP Food Distribution
Next quarterly TEFAP distribution at the Menominee Senior Center is scheduled for 8-11 a.m. Friday, June 9.
You automatically qualify for this commodity distribution if you are enrolled in the CSFP commodity program.
If you are interested in quarterly TEFAP commodities distribution, contact your local center to see if
you qualify. Anyone over 18 who is a Michigan
resident and falls within the income guidelines is
eligible.
Note: Each center has its own dates/times for TEFAP distribution. Contact your local center for
more details TEFAP or go to www.mdscaa.org
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May 2017 Newsletter
DROP SITE FOR BOX TOPS
FOR EDUCATION
The Menominee American Legion Post is offering to help the
Menominee School System with
its “Box Tops for Education” and
other programs that are eligible
for redemption for money for the schools. They have
a red box at our center that you can place your “Box
Tops for Education,” “Labels for Education” pull
tabs, or any other program that utilizes some type of
UPC code or any form of redemption for cash for the
school system. Once a month, they will pick up what
we have collected for them. Proceeds go to the Menominee School System.
So, if you see any coupon or item on a box or soup
can label, please save them and drop them off here.
Every penny counts to help the children of Menominee.
APRIL TRIVIA ANSWER: How many
eggs does a robin lay in its first
nesting?
A robin lays on average three or four
eggs in its first nesting period.
May Trivia
On May 30, 1922, this memorial was
dedicated in D.C. The statue features a
seated president. Name this memorial.
Name: ________________________________
Phone: _______________________________
One entry per person please. You may drop off or
mail in your entry. Winner receives 2 free meal tickets good for meals at our center. Drawing takes
place on the morning of the Monthly Birthday Party.
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Menominee Senior Center Mon-Fri, 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Mother’s Day
Dinner May 10
It is time to honor those women
who helped us leave the nest
and spread our wings. Join us
for our Mother’s Day Dinner 11
a.m. May 10. Dinner includes chicken cordon bleu,
potato, Key Largo vegetables, spinach salad and
strawberry shortcake for dessert.
Reservations are required as seating is limited. All
women will receive a flower. We will have a small
share the wealth raffle and door prizes.
Entertainment by Chuck Johnson from 11 to noon.
Cost is a suggested donation of $3 for seniors and
spouses age 60 and over. Guests under 60 must
pay $7 per person. Reservations can be made by
calling or stopping by the Menominee Senior Center.
Menominee Recreation
Department Senior Craft and
Bingo Day 1 p.m. May 18
The Menominee Recreation Department is back again this summer to
provide seniors with a fun craft followed by prize bingo. This event in the Menominee
Senior Center is open to all and is free! Wellbehaved grandchildren are also welcome to this
event. No pre-registration required.
SAVE THE DATE: SENIOR EXPO
Bay Cities Multi Media Center is sponsoring a
“Senior Expo” 10 a,m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, May 20,
at the Pine Tree Mall in Marinette. Not all the details
are set, but it will feature businesses in the area
that cater to seniors. This event is free to the public
and all are welcome to attend.
“A mother’s heart is a special place
where her children are always home.”
Basic Skills for Computer
Usage Class 1-4 p.m.
May 23 & May 25
Learn some of the basic skills
needed to save information, drag
and drop between programs to
share info between them, delete
files, rename files & folders, copy,
paste, resize windows, organize icons on desktop,
create shortcuts to software programs and folders,
set up the task bar with your software, search on
the Web, download/upload files to the cloud for
sharing and more. Two three-hour sessions for $25
Works with Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8/8.1 and
Windows 10 Operating system. Bring your portable
computer to class to interact with tutorials. Cost is
$25 total for both days. Pre-registration is required
as class size is limited. Please call the center to reserve your seat.
Monthly Birthday Party
and Salad Bar
This month’s party is set for Wednesday, May 24,
with salad bar opening at 11:30 a.m. We will be
serving a porcupine meatball dinner with peach
quick cake for dessert.
Anyone attending the party who has a birthday
this month will have the option of having her or
his photo taken for a birthday card. Also, you will
receive a free meal certificate good towards a future lunch at our center.
Please remember to call at least a day in advance
for your meal registration. Please let us know if it
is your birthday this month when you call.
M&M Amateur Photography Club
Brian Hartnell, retired professional photographer,
will be helping organize the M&M Amateur Photography Club. There are no age limits, no fees, and
any skill level is welcome. Monthly meetings will
last approximately 90 minutes. If you would like
more information about the next meeting and becoming a member, please contact:
Brian Hartnell, 715-927-0444
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May 2017 Newsletter
Menominee Senior Center Mon-Fri, 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Homestead & Home Heating Credit
We are still offering to assist with 2016 Homestead and Home Heating Credits. The deadline for
this service is Sept. 30.
What to bring to file your Homestead and Home
Heating Credits:
• Proof of income for 2016 (net & gross). This
includes any income from Social Security, annuities, pensions, rental income and interest.
• Proof of payment of medical premiums.
• Proof of what you were billed for heat from
Nov. 1, 2015, to Oct. 31, 2016.
• Proof of taxes paid in 2016, the taxable value
of the homestead, or what your portion of rent
was in 2016.
Also needed are name, address, Social Security
number, date of birth for applicant and spouse or
whomever needs to be listed as a dependent.
We have the forms here to file. All we need is your
information to assist you.
Please call the center to schedule your appointment for your tax credit.
GUEST SPEAKER: SAIL
A guest speaker from SAIL (Superior
Alliance For Independent Living) will
be here 11:30 a.m. May 31. She will
talk about the Nursing Facility Transition Program offered by SAIL. This event is free
and open to the public. If you would like to stay for
lunch after the speaker, please let us know at
least a day in advance.
Tuesday, May 30
MOVIE DAY 12:45 p.m.
“SING” (animated movie)
Free popcorn, candy and soda
Smear, anyone?
We will host a card-playing event 1
p.m. Wednesday. May 31.
Those who are interested in playing
Smear can come and meet other players who may want to get a game going.
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May 2017 Newsletter
MEDICARE MINUTES
Renelle Betters
MMAP Counselor
Phone: (906) 863-2158
Medicare fraud can occur through no fault of your
own. Or, sometimes it can be targeted at a specific group. Being pro-active can save you from becoming a victim of a scam.
Whenever someone out of the blue calls you to
ask you for a service or an item and says “Don’t
worry, we can bill your Medicare for it”, take note
that could be a scam. Scams like this for knee
braces, back braces, scooters and the like sound
like a great thing at the time, but what they are
doing is fishing for your Medicare information. Depending on the circumstances, these people could
sign you up for items that you do not need nor are
approved by Medicare. If they are selling an item
that is approved, you may be subject to co-pays
that you did not plan for. So, do your research.
To ensure you get the right equipment you need
and that your forms are processed through Medicare, you should always make sure you use a supplier that is approved by Medicare. You can check
out the suppliers in your area by going to the
medicare.gov website and do a search for reputable suppliers.
The best thing to do is to NEVER give out your personal information over the phone from an unsolicited call. Do not feel guilty for hanging up on a
salesman who is pressuring you. Reputable businesses do not pressure you into a sale-they earn
your business. If possible, write the phone number
down and report it to the police. You can also call
your phone company and block that number if you
are being harassed. You are your best defense on
preventing Medicare fraud.
The center is closed
MEMORIAL DAY
Monday, May 29
Please remember those who
made the ultimate sacrifice in
the name of freedom.
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Gladstone Senior Center Mon-Fri, 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Upcoming
Bingo
Public bingo is available every Thursday afternoon
at the Gladstone Senior Center to benefit center
activities. It’s open to all over 18.
Balls tickets go on sale at 12:05 p.m. and Early
Birds start at 1. All funds raised help purchase
items for the center. Plan on coming and joining in
on some fun — and maybe even win some money
for yourself!
Hope to see you!
You may also call 428-2201 the day before and
sign up for lunch, which is served at 11:30.
May 3
May 9
May 10
May 17
May 23
Brunch
Blood pressure
Mother’s Day Dinner
Foot Clinic
Birthday Dinner
11:30 a.m.
11:00 a.m.
11:30 p.m.
1-3 p.m.
12-1 p.m.
ATTENTION!!
MENU CHANGE FOR GLADSTONE CENTER!
Friday, May 5, will be omelet brunch
and
Thursday, May 11, will be chef’s salad
Center Activities
Monday
National Diabetes Prevention Program (NDPP)
coming to the Gladstone Senior Center
Schedule
May 3
May 17
May 10
May 24
May 31
16 weekly sessions: April-August
Eight monthly sessions: September-March
For more information contact
the Center at 428-2201
Bonifas Senior Art
Project
Friday, May 12
1-3 p.m.
The project will be
Sandcasting
Register at center or call
Bonifas
786-3833
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Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Sit N Be Fit
Hand & Foot
Cribbage
Painting
Card Making
500 Cards
Evening Bingo
Sit N Be Fit
Pinochle
Tia Chi
Hand & Foot
Center Bingo
Line Dancing
Beginners
Line Dancing
Anyone
10-10:45 a.m.
Noon
Noon
12:30 p.m.
12:30 p.m.
12:30 p.m.
6:45 p.m.
10-10:45 a.m.
12:30 p.m.
10-11 a.m.
12:30 p.m.
1-4 p.m.
9:30-10 a.m.
10-11 a.m.
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Gladstone Senior Center Mon-Fri, 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
The Gladstone Senior Citizens Corporation Board thanks to all who donated to the Easter Bake Sale. The
sale was a tremendous success!
Our library is always open with a vast selection of soft cover books. We even have some large print hard
cover books for your reading enjoyment. As always, a puzzle is in the works for you to work on.
Annual Corporation meeting May 23 before the birthday dinner. Terms of several Board Members will expire. This is your opportunity to have a voice in the workings of your Corporation.
Our exercise classes are winding down toward our summer break. There is still time to enjoy Sit and Be Fit
Mondays and Wednesdays, 10-10:45 a.m. Tai Chi meets Thursdays, 10-11 a.m.
BINGO: Five weeks of bingo in May (2, 9, 16, 23, and 30). Volunteers will provide cookies for the players
May 16, Bonnie Marenger is bingo chairperson and is seeking more volunteers to work alternate nights.
Memorials or donations are always welcome. They’re used for building maintenance and upkeep.
The Gladstone Senior Citizens Nonprofit Corporation owns the Senior Center building. Community Action
Agency rents the building and provides services via its Senior Center. People do not need to be members of
the corporation to attend functions or receive services from CAA. To receive services, or to reserve or cancel
meals, phone the center, 428-2201. To rent building or inquire about other corporation events,
phone 420-2730.
Corporation phone: 420-2730
Mon
Corporation mail: PO Box 211, Gladstone, MI 49837
Tue
Wed
Thu
1
2
3
BEEF STEAK FRITTER
W/SAUCE; POTATOES;
WINTER BLEND VEG
FRUIT
TURKEY ALFREDO
MASHED POTATOES
CORN
LEMON BAR
BAKED BOURBON
STUFFED GREEN
CHICKEN and RICE
PEPPERS
PEAS; COLESLAW
GARLIC BREAD
FRESH FRUIT
GREEN BEANS; FRUIT
CHEF’S SALAD
COPPER PENNY SALAD
TROPICAL FRUIT
BREADSTICK
8
9
10 MOM DAY
11
12
HAMBURGER
STROGANOFF+LIGUINI
BACON RANCH GREEN
BEANS
BEETS; FRUIT
PORK LOIN; GARLIC
MASHED POTATOES
PEAS and CARROTS
APPLE SAUCE
CHICKEN CORDON BLEU
POTATO
KEY LARGO VEGGIES
SPINACH SALAD
STRAWBERRY SH CAKE
EGG OMELET
MUFFIN
AMERICAN FRIES
GRAPE JUICE
FRESH ORANGE
BACON LETTUCE
TOMATO WRAP
BROCCOLI RAISIN
SALAD
YOGURT+FRUIT
15
16
17
18
19
CHICKEN BREAST
POTATOES
CALIFORNIA BLEND
FRUIT
SHEPARD’S PIE (GR.
BEEF, CORN, MASHED
POTATOES, CHEESE)
SALAD; DINNER ROLL
FRESH FRUIT
TURKEY SLICE OVER
DRESSING; MASHED
POTATOES/GRAVY
CARROTS
CRANBERRY JELLO
DINNER FRANK
BAKED BEANS MIX
MACARONI & CHEESE
GARDEN SALAD
FRUIT
COLD TACO SALAD
CORN BREAD
APPLESAUCE
DESSERT
22
23
24
25
26
SALISBURY STEAK
CHEESY HASHBROWNS
PEAS AND CARROTS
FRUIT
PORCUPINE MEATBALLS BBQ RIBS
MASHED POTATOES
TWICE BAKED
GREEN BEANS
POTATOES
PEACH DUMP CAKE
CREAM CORN
GRAPES
HAM SLICE
SWEET POTATOES
CAPRI BLEND VEG
APRICOTS
CHICKEN SALAD WITH
TOMATO WEDGES
PEAS + CHEESE SALAD
FRUIT
29
30
31
SWISS STEAK
MASHED POTATOES
SQUASH
FRUIT
BEEF BARLEY SOUP
EGG SAL SANDW; 3BEAN SALAD; COTTAGE
CHEESE W/PINEAPPLE
CLOSED
MEMORIAL
DAY
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Fri
5
MAY MENU
Menu is for all our senior centers. Call your
senior center with questions/comments.
HAPPY EATING!
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Gladstone Senior Center Mon-Fri, 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
March Celebrations!
Congrats Eleanor
Loock , winner of the
Birthday Bouquet!
Nice hat!
Look at that
festive hairdo!
Table decorations for
March Birthday!
Hey...get back here with that gold!!!
The gangs all here!
Welcome to the prize table!
Attention. Please note menu change on upcoming events!
May Birthday Dinner
FOOT CLINIC
Wednesday, May 17, by
appointment only
$12.50 and bring your own
towel
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Brunch
will be
May 5 at
11:30
…is set for Tuesday, May 23. Reservations must be in by 3:30 p.m. May 18
(call 428-2201). We will also be doing
50/50 and bingo chips. Prizes and fun! Please join
us (no matter when your birthday is) and celebrate
all of our March birthdays.
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Rock Senior Center Mon/Wed/Thu, 8-3, Tue 11-7
The year is flying by, summer is almost
Mother’s Day Meal
here and school will be out soon! I
hope you will come and join us at the
Wednesday, April 10, noon
Center for a meal, to work out or to
come to one of our fun events. This month we have
Menu includes chicken cordon bleu, potatoes,
a special Mother’s Day meal and an early Birthday
strawberry shortcake, prizes and more!
Party featuring BBQ ribs. I hope you all will have a
safe and fun Memorial Day. The Center will closed
Check out our Facebook page.
that day in observance of the holiday! Have a great Search for Rock Area Senior Center and like
month!
-- Becky
us. Lots of pics and news!
Happy Birthday!
Next Sr Monthly Commodities:
May 17, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Birthday Fun!
Far left: Rose Goodman
and her granddaughter,
Angelina, enjoy winning
the 50/50.
At left: Theresa Lippens
is ready for spring in her
flowery outfit.
Walk Club: Thursdays, 9:30 a.m.
Craft Days Continue at
the Center
This month: May 11,
10 a.m.
Beautiful Terra Cotta
Pots (see left)
May Birthday Party
Wednesday, May 24, noon
Menu: BBQ ribs, twice-baked
potatoes, prizes and more!
Come join us for some fun! It doesn’t
have to be your birthday month!
Memorial Day
Ceremony
10 a.m. Cemetery
Reception to follow
at Rock Senior Center
Special thanks to the Gearus for their
donation of a treadmill to the Center!
Angels Among Us
Recognizing all the generous folks who
recently donated to the Center:
The Gearu’s, Leila M, Carole O, Judy T,
Judy G, Linda M, Lucy L, Fanny M,
Brenda H, Jean C, Amy B, Fayann and Pat M, Jackie
G, Dean A, Bev B, Stella N, Barb H, Joan and Joe K
and Howard and Sonja A.
Special thanks for your time and effort to Dean A,
Gladys F, Judy G, Jean B, Helen L, Jim R, Cliff W,
Audrey S, Dorothy and Helen S. and Jean C -- We
couldn’t do it without you.
Thank you!
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Rock Senior Center Mon/Wed/Thu, 8-3, Tue 11-7
May Activities!
MAY—SAVE THE DATES
►Mondays
12:30-2:15 dime bingo
►Tuesdays
1-4:30 play cards
5 p.m. evening meal
►Wednesdays
10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. play cards
►Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays
Center closed
►Thursday, May 4: Lunch and
bingo at Cornell
TUES 5/9 ................ Bake Sale, 4-6 p.m. & Game Night
WED 5/10 ................ Mother’s Day Meal & Party, Noon
THU 5/11 ................................................ Crafts, 10 a.m.
TUES 5/16 ................................. Spin the Wheel, 6 p.m.
WED 5/17 ............................................. Monthly Senior
Commodities, 8 a.m.-3 p.m.
WED 5/24 .......................... May Birthday Party at noon
WED 5/25 ....................................... Walk the U.P. ends
WED 5/29 .................. Center Closed for Memorial Day
Memorial Day Ceremony, 10 a.m., Rock Cemetery.
Reception following at the Rock Senior Center.
St Urho’s and St. Patrick’s Day fun
Clockwise from top left: Dorothy Sullivan and Audrey Strupp smile for the camera; Lucy Lampinen, Howard
Aalto and Brenda Henning sing the traditional Sauna Song in Finn; Bob Dennis checks out the Finnish food at
the buffet; Ted and Bartczak wave; St. Urho, aka Gary Wellman, strikes a pose; and Joe Callewaert, aka biker
St. Patrick, enjoys the party. Special thanks to all our Finnish cooks for bringing their wonderful dishes!
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Rock Senior Center Mon/Wed/Thu, 8-3, Tue 11-7
Volunteer Dinner Time!
May Birthdays
Theresa Lippens................................................ 1
Alice Weidner .................................................... 1
Theodore Dahlstrom ......................................... 2
Nancy Paquin .................................................... 2
Dorothy Van Damme ........................................ 3
Dick Weidner ..................................................... 3
Barb Brown ........................................................ 4
Delbert Seppanen ............................................. 4
Everett Way ....................................................... 9
Tim Gagan ......................................................... 9
Aggie Branstrom ............................................. 10
Arthur Paquin .................................................. 10
Charles Wight .................................................. 10
Audrey Landis .................................................. 11
Gary Wellman .................................................. 11
Oliver Lund ...................................................... 13
Wayne Roy ....................................................... 13
George Maule .................................................. 14
Edward Gregson .............................................. 16
Shirley Jokinen ................................................ 21
May Ring .......................................................... 21
Shirley Seymour .............................................. 23
Paul Van Damme ............................................ 24
Mary Lou Maki................................................. 27
Connie Fuller .................................................. 28
Ruth Lund ........................................................ 28
Irene Korpi ....................................................... 30
Sharon Reiniche.............................................. 31
What a
crew! What
a dinner!
What a
great bunch
of folks!
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We had a great turnout for our Volunteer
Recognition Dinner. Enjoy a few pictures from the
event. More to come next month.
Tai Chi Mondays,
8:30 a.m., &
Wednesdays, 9:30
a.m.
Shae
Lampinen and her
Grandma, Lucy
Lampinen, enjoy the
Festivities.
Judy’s Area Update
Students of the week:
Shelbie Soderman is an eighth grader and the
daughter of Audrey and Dan Soderman.
Brandon Haring is a sophomore and student of the
week.
Dylan Trudell is a freshman and the son of Bridget
and Rod Trudell.
Deaths:
Nathan Lemuel West: 61, Ashland, Wis., formerly of
Rock, passed away March 12. Nate is the son of
Rev. Donald and Helen West and is survived by
three sisters, two brothers and many nieces and
nephews.
Judith Thelma Gerou Kolich: 90, Escanaba, passed
away March 29. She received anointing of the sick
from her childhood friend, Rev. Emmett Norden,
prior to her passing. She was born in Perkins and
graduated from Perkins High School. She is survived
by her sister, four nephews and two nieces, along
with many beloved great nieces and nephews.
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Hermansville Senior Center Mon - Fri, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
HERMANSVILLE SENIOR CENTER
CENTER ADMINISTRATOR: PAM HALUSKA
PHONE: (906) 498-7735
Kathy Ries
Dawn Gorecki
Marlene Arduin
Mark Schoen
Mother’s Day is May 14
Exercise Class
There will be exercise classes at the Hermansville
Senior Center funded by the M & M Community
Foundation. Classes will take place starting starting
in May and ending July 1, and then start up again
in the fall. Call the center for more information.
Classes will take place two times a week; days and
times to be announced.
“Kindness Goes A Long Way”
Thanks so much for your donations
Dates of Interest
Wednesday, May 10, is our Mother’s Day Dinner.
“Craft Day” will be Monday, May 15. Come and check
out crafts that are being worked on, or bring your own
craft projects. It’s always nice to share ideas with people, relax and have a cup of coffee.
Tuesday, May 16, is the Foot Clinic. We have a nurse
coming in to check your feet, clip your nails. She arrives at approximately 9:30 a.m. Bring your own
towel. Cost is $12. Please call the center to
register.
Senior Living Conference is Wednesday, May 17, at
the Island Resort Casino. Pre-Registration is a fee of
$10. Form on page 17. Call ahead for a ride.
Monthly Birthday Dinner will be Monday, May 22.
Menu will be salisbury steak, cheesy
hash browns, peas and carrots, and fruit. Call a day
ahead to reserve your meal.
We have wonderful parties at the Hermansville Senior
Center. Everyone seems to enjoy themselves, and
they have such a good time. Come see it for yourself.
Please call one business day ahead to reserve your
meal.
The Hermansville Senior Center WELCOMES everyone
to come, have a healthy meal and enjoy the company
of others, Monday through Friday.
Congregate meals are suggested donations of $3 for
age 60 and over. Meal for those under 60 is $7.
Lunch always starts at noon.
We also enjoy Fun Bingo every Tuesday and Friday,
starting at 12:45 p.m. We play 15 games, and have
bingo supplies to use if you need them. We would love
to have you stop at the center. Bring a friend or two.
********************************
Every day we have Walking in the Gym. Twenty-five
times around the gym equals mile. People love it.
Come and give it a try. And when you’re done, enjoy a
cup of Morning Coffee with folks. It is also a good time
to sit and converse with people, and hear what’s going on around the area. We also have our treadmill to
walk on if you prefer that instead of the gym.
Always remember, we have other activities at the Hermansville Center. We hope to see you here.
St. John Neumann Church -Religious Classes
Sons of the American Legion & Fazers Store
Joe & Linda Poupore
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Hermansville Senior Center Mon - Fri, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
On Friday, April 7, the Hermansville Senior Center honored its volunteer of the year. Geraldine Bellmore, Hermansville, has been an
RSVP volunteer for 25 years.
Geraldine’s family came to the
center to celebrate with us. Her
daughter, Rose Mary, made a assortment of lovely cakes in honor
of her mom. Everyone at the center had a wonderful time. Thank
you, Geri, from everyone at the
Hermansville Senior Center.
PLEASE FILL IT OUT, ATTACH A CHECK AND MAIL IT IN. THANKS!
May 17, 2017 Senior Living Conference Registration Form
(Island Resort and Casino; $10-Lunch, Including Dessert and Promo Cash)
NAME:_____________________________________________________________________________________________
ADDRESS:___________________________________________________________________________________________
CITY:______________________________________MI ZIP:________________ CONTACT PHONE:________________
Please make checks payable to:
Return form and $10 fee to:
(BY MAY 12)
Delta Council on Aging
COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY
507 1ST AVE. N.
ESCANABA, MI 49829
906-786-7080
THIS YEAR’S TOPICS: Tips for seniors who don’t want to become crime victims, live a healthy and inspiring
life, getting the word out during a local emergency, Escanaba River Bridge construction, Medigap updates.
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Mid County Senior Center Mon - Fri, 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
MAY ACTIVITIES
MAY 2– Crafts with Kellie beginning at 11 a.m. (Mother’s Day craft). Please RSVP the center
if you would like to attend as lunch will be provided.
MAY 8 -- Foot Clinic by appointment only beginning at 9 a.m. Cost is $12 which includes toenail trim by a licensed practical nurse. Please bring your own towel to your scheduled appointment.
MAY 10 -- Mother’s Day Party Dinner with door prizes and a special gift will be given to all
the ladies in attendance. Menu is chicken cordon bleu, potato, Key Largo vegetables, spinach salad and strawberry shortcake. Fun bingo after lunch, too!
MAY 16– Elderly Food Program distribution drive-through from 9-10 a.m. You must have your
lime green eligibility card to participate. Please do NOT bring your empty box back until next
month’s distribution -- we don’t have enough room for them.
MAY 16– Mystery Lunch Trip. The bus will leave at 11 a.m. and travel to a “MYSTERY” location for a Dutch treat lunch. Cost for the bus ride is $2 per person. Please call the center to
reserve a seat.
MAY 17– Senior Living Conference at the Island Resort and Casino. Pre-registration is necessary by May 12. Registration forms are available at the senior center (can also be found
on page 17. Transportation is available upon request.
MAY 24– Special recognition for Don Sickels/Monthly Birthday Party Dinner with special
salad bar served at 11 a.m., nutrition raffle, two door prize baskets and fun bingo after
lunch. We will be serving porcupine meatballs, mashed potatoes, green beans, cake and ice
cream. Please remember to alert the staff if you are celebrating your birthday in May so we
may honor you. Everyone is welcome!
MAY 29– Center is closed in observance of Memorial Day. No home delivered, congregate
meals or homemaker aide service on this day. We will reopen at 8 a.m. May 30. Please remember to thank a veteran for our freedom!
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Mid County Senior Center Mon - Fri, 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
MAY BIRTHDAYS
Donna Beaudo ....................................... MAY 4
Lolly Dahlberg......................................... MAY 8
Donald Sickels........................................ MAY 8
Don Hirsch .............................................. MAY 9
Barb Eckert........................................... MAY 15
Pat Aderman......................................... MAY 24
SPECIAL RECOGNITION FOR DON SICKELS
After 38 years of faithful service to the Mid County
Senior Center, Don Sickels is stepping down as
board president of the Mid County Senior Citizens
Inc. We would like to honor his many years of dedication on Wednesday, May 24, at the monthly birthday party dinner. Please join us beginning at 11
a.m. for this special day. Special refreshments will
be served along with the noon meal.
GIVE THE GIFT OF A MEAL
Meal certificate booklets can be purchased at the
Mid County Senior Center. A booklet of 20 coupons
may be purchased for $60 and can be used for
noon congregate meals. The perfect gift for
Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, anniversaries or any
other special occasion.
NEW EXERCISE CLASS
A new exercise class, funded through the M & M
Community Foundation, will begin in May. The class
will meet two times per week and continue for six
weeks. More information forthcoming!
Special thanks to all of our hard working volunteers
who donated their time helping the Mid County Senior Center bag groceries for tips at Jack’s Fresh Market in Menominee on April 8. Our volunteers included Lynda Keller, Kris Blahnik Thoune, Jules &
Layla Thoune, Don & Mary Ihander, Joe Stetina,
Linda Cooley, Clyde Thoune, Tammy Crook, Wayne
& Deanna Thill, Jim & Marcella Wetthuhn, Betty Poradek, Sandy Paschke, Shelby Jardeen, Janis Mulzer, Kellie, Shawna & Kelsie Smith, Renelle Betters,
Jenny Brault & Chris Kubiak. We raised almost
$1,300 to pay our yearly building insurance for the
senior center!
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