Meridian Senior Center Newsletter - Meridian Township

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SEPTEMBER

MERIDIAN SENIOR CENTER 4000 N. OKEMOS RD. OKEMOS, MI 48864 Cherie Wisdom Senior Center Coordinator Meridian Senior Center Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 517-706-5045 MERIDIAN SENIOR CENTER ADVISORY BOARD OFFICERS President Arnie Johnson Vice President Jerry Cvengros Secretary Darla Jackson Members Frieda Brown Jerry Cvengros Peggy Frisch Maxine Harper Nancy Holmes Darla Jackson Arnie Johnson LuAnn Maisner Jim Massa Mary McNeely Mildred Novotny Carol Pixley Janet Quenson Cherie Wisdom

September is National Senior Center Month: Senior Centers Experts at Living Well The Meridian Senior Center has resources and tools to empower older adults to make choices that will enhance their lives and become Experts at Living Well. Your Senior Center offers a variety of health and fitness classes and lifelong learning opportunities and we encourage involvement in the center and the community. Whether it’s trying Tai Chi, attending a Life Stories class, or enjoying the sounds of a member musician, these activities add richness to the lives of older adults in your community. During the month of September we want to celebrate, and highlight the programming and services that enable older adults to become Experts at Living Well!

We invite our members, their friends and the community to come learn more about the many programs and services the Meridian Senior Center offers during two of our largest events of the year. Join us on September 13th from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., to talk to representatives from businesses and organizations in the community who work with older adults or older adult issues at our annual Fall Open House. On the following Friday, September 20th from 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. join us for our annual To Your Health Festival where you can watch or participate in demonstrations from our many exercise classes, receive your annual flu shot, have your blood pressure checked screenings and so much more. Additional events in September include: Pre-retirement Planning Seminar on Tuesday, September 24th at 6 p.m. You Gave now Save on Monday, September 30th at 4:30 p.m. See page 7 for more details.

Mission Statement

We believe that staying active is a key to physical and emotional well being and that retirement is the time when it is most important to have activities that are interesting and enjoyable. The Meridian Senior Center was created to serve as a Township focal point where individuals or groups come together for service and activities that enrich their quality of life and enhance their worth as individuals. The Center provides social, recreational and educational programs that offer opportunties to remain or become a vital and active part of the community.

Meridian Senior Center 517.706.5045

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Exercise & Fitness

Yoga

Thursday Classes will begin Thursday, September 12th 11:00 a.m. Drop In: $7 / class Instructor: Darcy Howe

Zumba Gold to begin in October Day, time, and cost TBD.Walk with Ease is on hiatus until Spring. Look for Matter of Balance and PATH class returning this winter.

Garden Club

Step Up & volunteer

Green House Project:

The Chippewa Middle School greenhouse is getting some much needed improvements. The greenhouse is part of the Intergenerational Gardening program with participants from the Okemos schools and the Senior Center. The greenhouse glass will be replaced and the frame painted as part of the Eagle Scout Project being led by Charlie Mahoney. In order to complete this work, funds must be raised. There is a bottle/can drive located at the Senior Center, or donations can be made to the Senior Center, directing the money to the “greenhouse improvement project”. Charlie Mahoney will also pick up cans/bottles as requested. To request pick up of your bottles or cans call the Senior Center and provide your name, address and phone number. Work will begin as soon as the funds are raised with an anticipated completion date in June 2014.

Class Leaders/Volunteers Needed:

The Senior Center is looking for person(s) interested in leading the following groups: line dancing, folk dancing, history discussion groups, art classes, water color classes, knitting and crocheting classes, craft classes, photography, and self defense. We are also looking for volunteers for the Intergenerational Garden Club and Center greeters for our new reception area.

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Continuing Programs

Intergenerational Garden Club is up and running! If you are interested in participating please contact the Senior Center staff. Meeting at Kinawa Middle School garden located behind the tennis courts. Fall Schedule: TBA Volunteers still needed. Volunteers will get to take home vegetables that are grown in the garden. If you are not able to physically participate but are interested in helping, The Garden Club is in need of some supplies. Donations Needed: • • • • • •

Silt fence Old garden hoses Hard scape Seed free straw Leaf rakes Hand tools/ clippers

• Containers/crocks • Silverware and utensils • Watering cans • Scrap plywood • Cedar siding

Donations for Education

The Senior Center will once again be collecting Box Tops for Education, Campbell’s Soup labels and pop can tabs for the 2013-2014 school year. Last year we delivered over 250 box tops to Haslett Middle School and over 180 Campbell’s labels were donated to Wilkshire Early Childhood Center. Thank you to all who conscientiously saved their labels and tabs throughout the year.


Continuing Programs

Jazzercise Lite

Mondays / Wednesdays / Fridays (NO CLASS 9/13) 10:00 a.m. Cost: $32 / month Instructor: Mary Davidson

Cost varies month to month, based on the number of classes each month. In advance, the cost is $3 per class. Drop in is $5 per class.

Tai Chi Fundamentals

Tai Chi Fundamentals is a systematic and gentle exercise method which follows the physical mind-body principals of Tai Chi. Drop in class on Tuesday, September 3rd 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. 8 weeks session will begin on Monday, September 16th at 1:30 p.m. Cost for the 8 week class is $40.00 advance registration is preferred. A five person minimum participation required. Certified Instructor: Kiren Ghei

Tai Chi Chuan

Intermediate Tai Chi Class is for those who have taken Tai Chi Fundamentals or have studied beginning Tai Chi and who wish to focus on learning a traditional Tai Chi form.

Health Services Chair Massage Bi-weekly. Tuesdays September 3rd & 17th Cost: $12 20 Minutes

Certified Massage Therapist Laura Letzler will treat you to great stress relief through massage. Did you know that massage increases blood flow and reduces muscle tension? It can, and it leaves you feeling relaxed too! Call for an appointment.

Blood Pressure Check

2nd Tuesday and 4th Thursday of the Month September 10th & 26th 11:15 a.m. to Noon No appointment needed. Free

Foot Care

Drop in class on Tuesday, September 3rd from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. The 8 week session will begin on Tuesday, September 17th at 4:30 p.m. Cost for the 8 week class is $40.00 advanced registration is preferred. A five person minimum participation required. Certified Instructor: Kiren Ghei

3rd Friday of the Month September 20th 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. By appointment. Cost: $35

NEW - Beginning East Coast Swing

NEW - Beginning Rhumba

Thursday, September 26th – November 7th 3:20 p.m. Cost: $50.00 (members) and $65.00 (non-members) East Coast swing is the basis for all swing dances and can be danced to a variety of music. Singles are encouraged to participate as well as couples! Wear comfortable clothing and smooth soled shoes. Handouts and suggested dance songs will be provided. Instructors: Mary Benjamin and Jerry Wilson.

Thursday, September 26th – November 7th 4:30 p.m. Cost: $450.00 (members) and $65.00 (non-members) Rhumba is an easy, slow and very useful to know. Singles are encouraged to participate as well as couples! Please wear comfortable clothing and smooth soled shoes. Handouts and suggested songs will be provided. Instructors: Mary Benjamin and Jerry Wilson.


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Continuing Programs MICAFE Counseling

3rd Wednesday of the Month: September 18th 9:30 a.m. to Noon Call for a 30 minute FREE appointment Conducted by: Darla Jackson, Human Services Specialist, Meridian Township

Just because you have Social Security or a small pension doesn’t mean that you have to struggle to make ends meet! Even with a modest income and assets, a person might still qualify for food and medical assistance. For people age 60 and older, high medical expenses may help you qualify. If your income is approximately $1,800 or less a month, then it is likely you are eligible to receive some help. MICAFE can help you, or someone you care about, apply for services near your home or over the phone. MICAFE makes applying easy. Usually it takes just one meeting. To make an appointment, call the Senior Center at 706-5045 or for more program information, call MICAFE at 877-664-2233.

Genealogy Club

1st and 3rd Thursdays of the Month September 5th & 19th 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Conducted by: Mr. Mike Lenkowski

Current Events

Will resume on September 26th 10:30 a.m.

Join facilitator Mr. Richard Fox, who is a retired Middle School teacher from Chesaning School District where he taught for 40 years. Richard brings his love of reading, history and politics to his new role.

Ask the Lawyer

Last Monday of the month: September 30th 9:30 a.m. to Noon, by appointment only

Senior Golf Leagues

Two Senior Golf Leagues are underway at Indian Hills Golf Course in Okemos. The Wednesday Ladies League begins play with the first tee time at 8:30 in September. Final luncheon is September 25th. Just show up and play, once again all golfers at all level of play are welcome. The Friday Mixed Men and Women’s League begins play with the first tee time also at 8:30 a.m. in September. Just show up and play, once again all golfers at all level of play are welcome. Final luncheon is September 27th. For more information call Barry Moore, 351-1972 or Indian Hills Golf Course, 349-1010.

Alzheimer’s Support Group 3rd Thursday of each month 3:30 – 5:00 p.m.

You’re invited to join a caregiver support group at the Meridian Senior Center. Come in and talk with others who are experiencing the challenges of Alzheimer’s disease firsthand. This group offers support, education, problem solving and guest speakers. It will meet monthly and is completely confidential, free, and open to the public. If you need assistance finding someone to stay with your relative while you attend a support group meeting, call 800-272-3900 for a directory of Respite and Home Care providers in your area. Please contact our Chapter at 800-272-3900 for a complete list of support groups.

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Continuing Programs

Movies

Friday Flicks

“Liz and Dick” Friday, September 6th at 1:00 p.m. (Not Rated) Running time: 90 minutes

Documentary Monday “Wordplay” Monday, Sept. 9 @ 1:30pm (85 Minutes) A journey into the world of Will Shortz, the crossword puzzle editor at The New York Times. Shortz has spent his entire lifetime studying, creating and editing puzzles, and has built a huge following along the way including Bill Clinton and Bob Dole. Please call to register.

On the set of Cleopatra, Hollywood’s most beautiful star, Elizabeth Taylor, fell into the arms of one of the world’s greatest actors, Richard Burton - and she didn’t leave. Their subsequent white-hot, scandalous love affair gave rise to the paparazzi and they became the most hunted and photographed couple on earth. The last of the great, extravagant stars, flaunting diamonds, yachts and private planes, they continually seized the headlines.

Mind Bender (NEW NAME for Brain Exercise) 1st and 3rd Thursday September 5th & 19th 11 a.m. Conducted by: Frieda Brown

Have fun while you stretch your memory. You’ll be surprised by what you remember or can deduce from what you remember.

Knifty Knitters Weekly: Friday 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. (NO CLASS 9/20)

Computer Club 2nd & 4th Wednesdays 1:00 to 2:30 p.m.

Wednesday, September 11th: Computer Basics. The topics covered in this class will include computer terms, using a mouse, creating a simple document in Microsoft Word, and saving a document to a flash drive. Computer experience is not necessary. Wednesday, September 25th: Topic: Templates in Microsoft Word. There are many templates available for use in Word including invoices, calendars, lists and brochures. This class will look at types of templates; begin a project of your choosing and save it to your flash drive. Bring a flash drive to the class if you want to save a project. A working knowledge of Microsoft Word is necessary. The Computer Club, facilitated by Sherri McConnell from the Okemos Public Library, meets monthly from 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. Please sign up to work with Sherri individually from 2:30 to 3:00 p.m. You can also make appointments to work with Sherri at the Okemos Library. Call 517-347-2021, ext. 2038 to make an appointment.


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Continuing Programs L unch At the Senior Center

Tuesdays and Thursdays 12:00 p.m. Age 60 & over suggested donation: $3.00 Age 59 & under suggested donation: $5.75

TCOA provides congregate, tasty, and nutritionally balanced meals. Calling one day prior to attending is appreciated. Sharing a meal at the Senior Center is a great way to make friends and also enjoy a hot, healthy meal.

NEW --- Cold Meal Option

Beginning the week of September 9th the Senior Center will be offering UPON REQUEST a cold meal option. These meals are intended to be taken home as a supplemental meal. The suggested donation for cold “sack” lunches is $2.00 and should be ordered when you place your order or call in your reservation for your hot meals at the Senior Center. Check out the cold lunch options listed on the menu, page 13. For more information please call the center at 706-5045. Enjoy music on the piano with Patty on Tuesdays. Join the fun with music and sing-a-longs with Gordon on Thursday, September 5th & 26th before and after lunch.

Book Club

“The Chaperone” by Laura Moriarty Monday, September 23rd 11:00 a.m. New members are always welcome. Snacks and beverages provided. In “The Chaperone” Laura Moriarty, uses the real life world of silent film star Louise Brooks as the backdrop for this entertaining look at a woman coming to terms with herself and the world about her during a rapidly changing time in American history.

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Gamers’ Corner

Chess: Weekly. Monday at 10:00 a.m. Cribbage: Weekly. Monday at 1:00 p.m. Hand and Foot: Weekly: Monday at 1:00 p.m. Bingo: Weekly. Tuesday & Thursday at 1:00 p.m Duplicate Bridge: Weekly. Tuesday at 1:00 p.m. Euchre: Weekly. Tuesday & Thursday at 1:30 p.m Party Bridge: Weekly. Thursday at 1:00 p.m. Mah-Jongg: Weekly. Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. Table Tennis: Weekly. Friday at 1:00 p.m.

GAME INTEREST

If you are interested in playing any of the following games please contact the Senior Center to be put on a sign up list. • Scrabble • Monopoly • Rummy • Bocce Ball PINOCHLE PLAYERS WANTED! We have several people interested in starting up Pinochle. Date and Time to be determined. If you are interested in playing, please call the Center and leave your name and phone number. Depending on interest, they may play three or four handed at multiple tables.

SMILE Group

The smile group needs your help! Do you know of someone who is ill, moved or simply could use a “we are thinking of you”. Smile group members Maxine Harper, Bea Eisenhart and Bea Smyka would love to hear from you. There is also a sheet available at the Senior Center for listing names of individuals who could use a card.


Fall Open House at the

Senior Center

Friday, September 13th 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. The Meridian Senior Center will be kicking off National Senior Center Month with our Fall Open House. It is a great opportunity to learn more about your Senior Center and get information or questions answered from the many different businesses and organizations that will be on hand that work with older adults. Vendors you can expect to see: TCOA CADL AARP MICAFE Airway Oxygen Memory Bears, LLC

LLC Community & Continuing Ed. MI Attorney General’s Office Mid-MI Funeral Consultants Gorsline Runcman Funeral Homes The Errand Runner Hospice of Lansing

Forster Woods Adult Day Care Chalgian & Trip Law Offices Joseph, Kroll, & Yagalla P.C. The Marguette EL Health Care Center The Willows at East Lansing

Brookdale - Clairbridge Seniors Helping Seniors Sonus Hearting Crosaires, Inc. Hear USA

Join us for hot off the grill burgers and hot dogs 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Sponsored by Okemos Health and Rehabilitation Center

Raffles, including free lunches and memberships, plus useful information, fun and more! Winners of the prizes from the survey will be announced at the Fall Open House.

Eat healthier, feel better and stay active longer.

“To Your Health” Festival Friday, September 20th 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. FREE EVENT

For an appointment with Dr. Rajeev Seghal, DPM Please Call the Center.

Cost: $35

Special Guest Speaker Dr. Dennis Perry Meridian Primary Care will speak on “The Joy of Aging” at 12:30 p.m.

Representatives will be on hand to offer demonstrations, tips and information. Flu Shots Memory Screening Analysis and screens for: Blood Pressure Screening Glucose Lung Function Exercise and Cooking Demos Giveaways

Vendors Include: Okemos Health and Rehabilitation The Spine Center PGPA Pharmacy Michigan Rehabilitation Specialist and Burcham Hills

September is National Senior Center Month Additional Activities and Events include:

Facility Tour: The Marquette Wednesday, September 4th 11:00 a.m. Please call to Register.

The Senior Center is working with local Independent and Assisted Living homes to provide members the opportunity to tour the facilities in your community. This month’s tour will be heading to the Marquette, which is located at 5968 PARK LAKE ROAD, East Lansing, MI 48823. No need to drive yourself, Marquette staff will be picking up persons interested in the tour by bus on Wednesday, September 4th at 11:00 a.m. Your group will be given a guided tour of the facility, followed by a short presentation, lunch and prizes! Members will arrive back at the center around 2pm. Due to limited seating pre-registration is required.

Pre-Retirement Planning Seminar

Tuesday, September 24th Presented by: Ryan Schanz, Hantz Group This seminar will discuss the following topics: • What will retirement cost? • Different Sources of Income • Social Security • Tax Considerations • Making Proper Financial Decisions • Current Market Conditions • Investing in uncertain Times • Protecting Your Assets Refreshments will be provided, call the center to register.

“Out to Lunch” Bunch

Monday, September 16th 11:30 a.m. Applebee’s: 2284 Woodlake Dr., Okemos Please call to Register.

On Okemos Rd just south of Jolly Rd. 347-4892 Menu available to view online at www.applebees.com. “Out to Lunch” dining requests can be directed to the out to lunch coordinator Karen McGowan.

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“Veterans Benefits”

Thursday, September 5th 10:30 a.m. Presenter: Wynwood of Meridian Please call to Register.

Wynwood and Clare Bridge of Meridian will be at The Center on Thursday, September 5th at 10:30 a.m. to present Veterans Benefits information. Presenting will be a guest from American Retirement Solutions. Wynwood and Clare Bridge are a local assisted living and memory care community. Staff would be happy to answer any questions you might have about assisted living and memory care, and of course how Veterans Benefits could help cover the cost of living for you. Snacks provided.

You Gave, Now Save: A Guide to Benefits Programs for Older Adults Monday, September 30th 4:30 p.m. Please call to Register.

The National Association of Area Agencies on Aging (n4a) and the National Council on Aging (NCOA) are committed to helping you gain information and access to benefit programs, public and private, so that you can remain independent, living where you choose to live, as long as possible. While the economic climate continues to challenge us all, if you are older, you may face greater difficulties in paying for basic needs such as health care, food, housing, and transportation. This seminar is designed to help seniors and their caregivers learn about benefit programs that are available to assist you to meet your costs of daily living. This assistance may come in the form of a voucher, discounts for goods, or free or reduced price services. These resources are a result of federal and state benefit programs, as well as other social services that are available in our community. – Source NCOA


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Adventure Trips

Please note: The Senior Center handles all

Tour Connection

registrations for trips. Flyers are available for all trips. If you have trip questions, want to request flyers, or register for a trip, please contact Cherie or Madison at the Senior Center. Registration may be made by mail, phone or by bringing your registration to the Senior Center.

Tigers vs Royals Baseball

Chicago Weekend

Detroit, MI Sunday, September 15th Cost: $79 Outfield Box - Section 115 1:05pm game Incl: m/c, game ticket, Greektown visit

Art Prize

Grand Rapids, MI October 1st Cost: $65

We are planning on attending this Fall and will have an artist guest speaker on the coach to give explain his entry and guide us through some of the exhibits. As soon as the artist is scheduled, date will be confirmed.

December 7th - 8th Cost: $159 There’s so much to do in Chicago, museums, shopping, shows, neighborhoods to explore. Shop til you drop on Magnificent Mile and State Street. Also in town this weekend is the “ONE OF A KIND SALE” at the Merchandise Mart, a perfect place to buy that special holiday gift. Catch a show or take in a museum....the neighborhoods are yours to explore. Incl: Deluxe m/c, accommodations at Holiday Inn Express, 2 breakfasts, and more...

IKEA/Trader Joe Holiday Trip Saturday, November 23rd Cost: $30

Experience the world of IKEA.. Swedish breakfast before the store opens to the public, then SHOP! SHOP! SHOP! . Then, it’s Trader Joe’s, a unique grocery store with the best food and beverage values....the buyers have traveled the culinary seas to bring customers unique, high quality products for great value. Deluxe m/c, breakfast, ice cream.

Any request for special accommodation’s must be made directly through Tour Connection no less than 30 days prior to the trip and before registration can be accepted from the Meridian Senior Center. Thank you for your cooperation.

White Christmas: Crowsell Opera House

Adrian, MI Sunday, December 15th Cost: $75 This timeless film, this heartwarming musical features a dazzling Irving Berlin score full of standards including “Blue Skies,” “I Love a Piano,” “How Deep is the Ocean,” and the perennial favorite, “White Christmas.” Veterans Bob Wallace and Phil Davis have a successful song-and-dance act after World War II. With romance in mind, the two follow a duo of beautiful singing sisters to their show at a Vermont lodge, which just happens to be owned by Bob and Phil’s former commander. Includes: deluxe m/c, Sunday Brunch at Cascades Manor House-Jackson, and show.


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Adventure Trips Maryanke Tour and Travel Shades of Ireland September 15th – 24th Cost: $3,449 (Dbl. Occup.)

The emerald Isle, a land renowned for its “forty shades of green” is fulled with rolling hills, warm people, stately castles and rollicking fun. Visit Dublin, Waterford, Killarney and Limerick as this comprehensive tour introduces Ireland’s natural beauty, rich history and hospitable culture. Highlights include – Dublin, Irish Evening, Kildenny, Waterford Crystal, Blarney Castle, Jaunting Car Ride, Ring of Kerry, Killarney, Farm Visit, Limerick, Cliffs of Moher, Galway Castle Stay. Call for detailed itinerary. 13 meals

Memorials & Monuments of Washington D.C., Mt. Vernon and Gettysburg September 16th – 20th Cost: $849 (Dbl. Occup.)

Journey into the picturesque countryside of Pennsylvania into the town and historic battlefield of Gettysburg, both the largest battle ever fought on American soil and the namesake of Lincoln’s infamous Gettysburg address. In Mt. Vernon, tour the grounds and home to President Washington. In Washington D.C. we will experience history in the making, famous monuments and memorials and world-renowned institutions. In addition, we’ll explore the world – renowned Smithsonian, the world’s largest museum complex and research organization. And much more.... 8 meals

Lake Superior Fall Foliage Circle Tour September 29th - October 5th Cost: $1,259 (Dbl. Occup.)

Travel to Tahquamenon Falls (Upper Falls) and Munising Falls; Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore; tour Ashland, Wisconsin, Madeline Island. This journey across Superior provides spectacular views of the Lake itself and several of the 22 Apostle Islands. Guided tour of Duluth, Thunder Bay and Old Fort William, Ontario. And much more... 17 meals

Fall Foliage Tour to Colonial Williamsburg, Greenbriar Resort and Monticello October 19th - 23rd Single - $1,145.00; Dble - $899.00 Triple - $839.00; Quad - $799.00 Active walking tour amidst beautiful fall foliage to these historic U.S. sites.

Fall Mystery Tour

November 5th - 6th Single - $289.00; Dble - $259.00 Triple - $248.00; Quad - $240.00 Let us make the decision! Enjoy the fun of a mystery destination!

Christmas Branson Musical Getaway

November 17th – 22nd Single - $1,389.00; Dble - $1,085.00 Triple - $989.00; Quad - $945.00 Enjoy seven productions on this fun holiday escape: “Daniel O’Donnell”, “Clay Cooper”, “Dixie Stampede”, “Presley’s”, “Branson Belle”, “Miracle of Christmas”, “Tribute to Neil Diamond”

If you sign up directly with Maryanke, please let her know that you are from the Meridian Senior Center. The Senior Center receives credit for trips booked from our center. Thank you!

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September Lunch Lunches are provided by the Tri-County Office on Aging.

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Suggested donation for those age 60 and older is $3.00. The cost for those age 59 and under is $5.75. Reservations are due one day prior at noon by calling the Senior Center at 706-5045.

Tuesday, September 3rd Deluxe Tuna Salad on Lettuce 3 Bean Salad Grape Tomatoes Corn Bread Banana

COLD OPTION:

Egg Salad WW Bread Carrot Raisin Salad Orange Juice

Tuesday, September 10th Baked Spaghetti Peas Carrots Texas Toast Orange

COLD OPTION: Tuna Salad WW Bread Tomato Slices Pineapple Tidbits Juice

Tuesday, September 17th Meatloaf Mashed Potatoes Green Beans Yeast Roll Mandarin Oranges

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Chicken Salad Crackers Carrot Raisin Salad Honey Dew Melon Juice

Tuesday, September 24th Sliced Turkey Mashed Potatoes Peas Wheat Bread Plums

COLD OPTION: Roast Beef WW Bread Crunchy Pea Salad Oranges Juice

Thursday, September 5th BBQ Meatballs Peas Dilled Carrots Texas Toast Pears

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Turkey Salad Sandwich WW Bun Potato Salad Fruited Gelatin Juice

Thursday, September 12th Sweet ‘n Sour Meatballs Potato Salad Winter Blend Veg Yeast roll Fruited Jello

COLD OPTION: Yogurt 2 Granola Bars Carrot Sticks Fruit Juice

Thursday, September 19th Ham and Potato Casserole Crunchy Pea Salad Texas Toast Pineapple Tidbits

COLD OPTION: Turkey Sandwich WW Bread Coleslaw Apricot Halves Juice

Thursday, September 26th Swiss Oven Bake Baked Potato Half Dilled Carrots Wheat Bread Mandarin Oranges

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Yogurt 2 Granola Bars Carrot Raisin Salad Fruit Juice

Beginning the week of September 9th the Senior Center will be offering UPON REQUEST a cold meal option. These meals are intended to be taken home as a supplemental meal. The suggested donation for cold “sack” lunches is $2.00 and should be ordered in advance at the same time as placing your hot lunch reservation.


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Ask the Lawyer 10 Jazzercise 10 Chess 1 Cribbage 1 Hand & Foot 1:30 Tai Chai Fundamentals 4:30 YOU GAVE, NOW SAVE

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Chair Massages 10 Bridge Lessons 12 LUNCH 12 Bowling 1 Bingo 1 Dup. Bridge 1:30 Euchre 1:30 Tai Chai Fundamentals Drop In 4:30 Tai Chi Chuan Drop In

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10 Jazzercise 10 Chess 11:30 Out to Lunch Brunch 1 Cribbage 1 Hand & Foot 1:30 Tai Chai Fundamentals

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9:30 Advisory Board 10 Jazzercise 10 Chess 1 Cribbage 1 Hand & Foot 1:30 Documentary

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10 10 Bridge Lessons 11:15 Blood Pressure Check 12 LUNCH 12 Bowling 1 Bingo 1 Dup. Bridge 1:30 Euchre

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Chair Massages 10 Bridge Lessons 12 LUNCH 12 Bowling 1 Bingo 1 Dup. Bridge 1:30 Euchre 4:30 Tai Chi Chuan

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10 Bridge Lessons 12 LUNCH 12 Bowling 1 Bingo 1 Dup. Bridge 1:30 Euchre 4:30 Tai Chi Chuan 6 Pre-retirement Seminar

12 LUNCH 12 Bowling 1 Bingo 1 Dup. Bridge 1:30 Euchre 4:30 Tai Chi Chuan

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8:30 Ladies Golf Tee Time 10 Jazzercise 1 Mah-Jongg 1 Computer Club

8:30 Ladies Golf Tee Time 9-12 MiCAFE Counseling 10 Jazzercise 1 Mah-Jongg

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8:30 Ladies Golf Tee Time 10 Jazzercise 1 Mah-Jongg 1 Computer Club

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THURSDAY 10:30 VETERAN BENEFITS 11 Mind Benders 12 LUNCH 12 Bowling 1 Bingo 1 Party Bridge 1:30 Euchre 2 Genealogy Club 4:30 Caregivers Presentation

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11 Yoga 10:30 Current Events 11:15 Blood Pressure Check 12 LUNCH 12 Bowling 1 Bingo 1 Party Bridge 1:30 Euchre 3:20 Swing Dance 4:30 Rhumba Dance

11 Yoga 12 LUNCH 12 Bowling 1 Bingo 1 Party Bridge 1:30 Euchre

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10:30 HEALTH FESTIVAL 12:30 Foot Care 1 Table Tennis

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8:30 Mixed Golf Tee Time 10 Jazzercise 11 Knifty Knitters 1 Table Tennis

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10 Jazzercise 10:30 Burcham Hills Tour 11 Knifty Knitters 1 Table Tennis

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8:30 Mixed Golf Tee Time 10 Jazzercise 11 Knifty Knitters 1 Friday Flicks 1 Table Tennis 6 PRE-RETIREMENT SEMINAR

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National Preparedness Month In 2004, September was designated as National Preparedness Month. The purpose of this was to promote awareness about dealing with a natural disaster, blackout or other type of emergency. Getting organized supports this effort quite well! One of the recommendations for National Preparedness Month is to set up a so-called “disaster supply kit.” First of all, you will need to acquire a large-sized container with a lid. The clear types of totes sold by Rubbermaid® or Sterilite® work well. Gather up the following basic sustenance items: one gallon of water per person per day; three days’ supply of food; paper plates, cups, napkins, utensils, plastic food bags, rubber gloves and can opener; and extra food and water for pets. Hygiene necessities such as toilet paper, toothbrush, soap, garbage bags & ties and moist towelettes should also go into this container. In addition, include personal needs such as a change of clothing, comfortable footwear, and one blanket or sleeping bag per person. Don’t forget a fire extinguisher, flashlight with working batteries, phone that does not rely on electricity, battery-powered radio and first aid kit. An extra set of car and house keys is essential, and perhaps a wrench or pliers to turn off utilities. This is also an ideal time to organize our prescriptions and OTC’s. Write down their names and dosages. Be sure to add to the list any specialized medical supplies, including eyeglasses, walkers, oxygen tanks, etc. that might be needed in a hurry. You will want to have this sheet readily available to refer to. That way, you can easily add our medical supplies to the container should the need arise. Finally, all of your important documents should be kept in a well-organized folder and added to the kit in case of emergency. Next month’s newsletter will summarize the list of important documents. Besides making up a disaster supply kit, there are two other aspects of being prepared, namely, becoming informed and having a plan in place. The website www.ready.gov expands on all these topics and is a great source of information. Having an organized system in the unlikely event of a disaster can give you peace of mind and help you feel more in control of our lives. After all, that is what organization always tries to achieve!

September Birthdays

Lending Library:

Come check out our FREE lending Library. Browse our large selection of fiction and non-fiction books as well as magazines. Sign them out on loan. Donated gently used books and magazines are welcome. Drop them off in the return book box located in front of the “reading room.”

Books on Tape or CD/DVD:

Check out the audio collection in the reading room and the DVD collection by the TV, and enjoy. All CD’s, DVD’s and tapes may be checked out and returned at your convenience, but please remember to sign them out on the clip board. Donated used or new tapes, CDs and DVDs are always welcome.

Barr, Lori Bauer, Lois Beck, Georgia Billings, Michelle Breymann, Gus Brooks, Dorothy Bukovac, Judy Chase, JoAnn Child, Carol Child, Richard Chrome, Helen Chuman, Gisela Coleman, Phyllis Cooper, Glen Cornish, Anita Daly, Virginia DeRose, Victor Ellsworth, Beth

Evarian, Margie Ezell, Carol Fineout, Jane Fortuna, Joyce Frederick, Paul Friedland, Arlene Gieszer, Jerry Gonzalez-Valdes, Mariasol Harper, Charles James, Beverly Kostaroff, Susan Larivee, Jacqueline LeVine, Cindy Martin, Mary Ann McKinley, Pat


Meier, Joyce Morath, Margaret Morris, Cecilia Patoprsty, Ronnie Pearce, Marilyn Postal, Sally Roberts, Joy Robinson, Rudite Robke, Kay Sowul, Marge Stamatakos, Bess Stauffer, Julie Steensma, Kris Stid, Sara Twohy, Donald Webb, Nancy

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Okemos Public Schools Meridian Senior Center 4000 N. Okemos Road Okemos, MI 48864 ADDRESS SERVICE REQUESTED

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ewsletter October Highlights Tour Burcham Hills Friday, October 4th at 10:30 a.m.

The Painful Shoulder Tuesday, October 8, 6 p.m. Provided by McLaren Health Systems Join Dr. Detrisac, Orthopedic Surgeon, as he discusses the arthritic shoulder and rotator cuff disease.

AARP Driver Safety Course Wednesday, October 23rd. and 24th from 1:00 – 5:00 p.m. You can take the AARP Driver Safety course at the Meridian Senior Center. The classroom course cost $12.00 for AARP members and $14.00 for non-members. Space is limited, so register now by calling the Senior Center.

September 2013 Household Hazardous Waste Collection

FREE Collections only for residents of Ingham County through the end of September every Thursday from 2:00 – 6:00 p.m. Ingham County Health Department is located at 5303 S. Cedar St Lansing, MI. For more information call 887-4312 or visit the web site at Ingham.org

Accepted items: Pesticides, cleaners, flammables, wood preservatives, asphalt sealer & roofing tar, fuel oil, automotive products DO NOT bring antifreeze, cell phones, medications over the counter and prescription, photographic chemicals, fluorescent lights and ballasts, home repair products, mercury, small propane tanks, acids and bases, oil paint & paint products – NO LATEX