Newsletter June, July and August 2016...Bell’s Brewery in Kalamazoo. The Michigan Fisheries...

| Payments: Northview Senior Citizens| 4365 Hunsberger NE | Grand Rapids, MI 49525

Reservations and sending payments Make checks payable to Northview Public Schools

Northview Senior Citizens

4365 Hunsberger N.E. Grand Rapids, MI 49525

Christine Friedt, Program Director Holly Young, Program Assistant

616-365-6150 [email protected]

Site of Program Plainfield Senior Center

5255 Grand River Dr. N.E. Grand Rapids, MI 49525

Newsletter June, July and August 2016

IMPORTANT! REGISTRATION PROCESS!

Monday, May 2, 2016 at 9 am (not one

minute before) registration opens for

activities in this newsletter for members.

Non-member registration opens May 16.

Registration requests may be sent via email

([email protected]) or voicemail (616-365-

6150) only! Email registration is preferred.

Walk in registration is not available at

The Center or Administration Building.

Multiple calls and cancellations slow down

the process for everyone, thank you for being

courteous!

Do not send any payment until you

receive email or phone confirmation.

Every effort will be made to respond to each

registration request within 72 hours.

We appreciate your patience!

Northview Senior Citizen volunteers:

Thank you to our many volunteers who

enable this program to reach so many area

older adults. Our reach could not be as broad

without all of you!

The broadest, and maybe the most

meaningful definition of volunteering:

“Doing more than you have to because you

want to, in a cause you consider good.”

-Ivan Scheier

Fundraising Raffle

Help us keep quality, affordable

programming available to everyone!

Our goal is that each person

purchase at least

$5 worth of tickets (6 tickets).

Thank you to our Raffle donors!

Your support is appreciated!

Emmanuel Hospice

Gail Andrus Travel

Heron Manor and Heron Woods

Hulst Jepsen Physical Therapy

Life EMS

Porter Hills Home Care

Pilgrim Manor

StoryPoint

The Law Offices of David L. Carrier

The Center will be closed for maintenance

August 1 through 12

| Contact: Christine Friedt | Program Director | (616) 365-6150 | [email protected]

Senior Center News

Prayers and Concerns Our condolences to the friends and family of Marie Jones, David Raymond and Marcia VanDyke. If you, or someone you know who attends Northview Senior events, have had a change in health status, please contact Christine.

New! Tai Chi class now available on Wednesdays AND Fridays at 11 am!

Fundraising Raffle Help us keep quality, affordable

programming available to everyone! Each year the Northview Senior Citizen program has sold raffle tickets to raise funds for our organization. Last year we raised $1,540! Tickets for sale now until the drawing at the

Luncheon on June 7. You do NOT need to be present to win. Our goal: That each person purchase at least $5 worth of tickets (6 tickets). The winner will be awarded $150.00! Many gift certificates will also be awarded. Tickets can be purchased at the center during events or by mail: 4365 Hunsberger NE GR 49525 (Checks payable to Northview Public Schools) Thank you for your support of our programs!

Stepping Down and Stepping Up! Sharon Pickerd is stepping down from her role as an Advisory Board member and she will be missed! She has faithfully given countless hours of her time and talent to Northview Senior Citizens. Her strong common sense approach and heart for our membership served her well and served our members well. Her positive outlook and sense of humor endeared her to all of us who worked with her. She will remain active with our organization so please thank her for her years of service when you see her! We welcome Mike Wiers who has stepped up to fill the open seat on the board. Mike, and his wife Sandy, have been active members for several years attending luncheons, outings, day trips and the wood carving group. Please welcome Mike in his new role!

Apprentice for Life Lecture Series is on summer hiatus!

Programming starts back up in September.


Image Workshops Take time out for you! Sign up for one, two or all three workshops! Thursday, June 16 at 1pm WORKSHOP 1 Are My Colors Showing? Meg will show us how to look 10 years younger and 10 pounds lighter! Learn how to look younger and healthy with the proper use of hair and makeup color. Models needed. If you are interested in being a model, please let us know! Thursday, June 23 at 1pm WORKSHOP 2 How Do I Dress This Body? Did you know that your bone structure depicts your personality? No matter your shape, balance is the name of the game. Learn some simple tips to disguise those bumps and strides we all have! Models needed. Let us know if you are interested! Thursday, June 30 at 1pm WORKSHOP 3 How Do I Finish My Look? We will discuss accessorizing and pull everything together. How to take a day look into evening and mixing & matching to minimize your wardrobe with maximizing your outfits – i.e. saving you $$$! Meg Frantz, owner of Bow Dacious Boutique in Rockford, has been a certified Image Consultant for the past 20 years. Her talents also include that of a Decorating Consultant for 35 years! Her downtown Rockford boutique offers an extensive collection of women's apparel, accessories, jewelry, home decor and more. Cost: $8 per workshop Reserve today.

Lunch and Learn Sleep Workshop

Tuesday, June 14 at 11:45am

While enjoying a provided light lunch, we will learn how lack of sleep can be correlated to almost every illness you can think of, yet research shows that 65% of Americans lose sleep due to stress and almost nine million adults use prescription drugs to sleep. At this workshop you will: Learn the nature of sleep deprivation, how it impedes your health, and how much sleep is enough. Understand the dangers of prescription sleep aids. Leave with a plan to get a good night of rest. Cost: Free Reserve today. This lunch and presentation is provided to us

by Rivertown Family Chiropractic. They

believe that by integrating nerve supply,

nutrition, exercise, detoxification, and

mindset through the transformational 5

Essentials™ Maximized Living gives you the

keys to unlock the life and longevity you

deserve.

Presentations

Always leave people better than you found them. Hug the hurt. Kiss the

broken. Befriend the lost. Love the lonely.


Outings

For your information… Payment Due Dates

Monthly luncheons: 30 days prior to event

Program fees: 30 days prior to event Fees for outings: 30 days prior to event

Day trips (motor coach): deposit due w/in 1

week of making your reservations. Final payment due 30-60 days prior

depending on the event. Check event listing for details.

1601 Post Dr. NE, Belmont

(just off US-131, Exit 95)

616.866.7200

Kurt B. Stegenga,

Owner/Manager

Upscale Facility

without an

Upscale Price

Family owned & operated

The Stegenga price guarantee

Dedicated, professional and caring staff

Modern, spacious facility with ad-joining Community Life Center

Gone Fishin’ Tuesday, August 16 Departs at 9am return by 4pm A visit to Wolf Lake State Fish Hatchery &

Visitor Center in Mattawan and lunch at

Bell’s Brewery in Kalamazoo.

The Michigan Fisheries Visitor Center at the

Wolf Lake State Fish Hatchery is dedicated to

providing visitors with the opportunity to

learn about fish, their life cycles and habitats;

and the history of Great Lakes fish hatcheries

and the vital role they play in helping to

protect and restore our aquatic ecosystems.

We will have time to wander the visitors

center filled with interpretive exhibits and

interactive displays. This will be followed by

a docent-led tour explaining the hatchery.

We will then head to Bell’s Brewery minutes

away in Kalamazoo that offers award-

winning local craft beer and eclectic pub

grub. Lunch is on your own.

Transportation by minibus.

Cost: $13 Reserve today

What Really Happens in a Funeral Home?

Thursday, June 9 Departs at 10:15am return by 1:30pm An annual favorite! Join us & LEARN! Stegenga Funeral Chapel has put together a team of experts who will give us a "Behind the Scenes" tour of Stegenga Funeral Chapel in Belmont. Short presentations by industry experts regarding what happens in the Prep Room, caskets, monuments, cremation and more! Includes a tour, Q&A and then an enjoyable lunch 'Stegenga Style'! A funeral director, mortician and industry experts will be available to answer questions. Transportation by minibus. Cost: $5 Reserve today


Do you want to see pictures from our trips? See the most up to the minute

info on the center?

Like us on Facebook! www.facebook.com/

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Outings (continued)

Historic Cemetery Stroll Fulton Street Cemetery

The Resting Place of Pioneers

Thursday, July 14 Departs 9am return by noon We have fully enjoyed the past two years

“strolling” and learning about Grand Rapids

history and architecture through our historic

cemeteries. This year we’re visiting the

Fulton Street Cemetery. This cemetery is

tucked neatly into the Uptown/Midtown area

at 801 E. Fulton St. and was once surrounded

by farmland at the eastern edge of a growing

settlement. “Once you step inside, it’s like a

curtain descends,” said Dilley. “It’s a

peaceful, contemplative place.”

The rigors of the walk are no more than

moderately paced, and involves walking and

standing, mostly on paved surfaces.

Tom Dilley is a retired attorney, author, local

historian and member of the Grand Rapids

Historical Society. He has led this tour

annually and will share his passion with

us!

Transportation by minibus.

Cost: $10 Reserve today


Mark your Calendars!

We will be offering tickets for the following Broadway Grand Rapids events! These will be offered in future newsletters!

Sound of Music on 2/22/17

Motown on 5/3/17

Dirty Dancing on 6/7/17

News You Can Use!

Help Needed

Stars and Stripes Potluck on Tuesday, June 28 - set up/clean up

Ice Cream Social on Tuesday, July 26 -set up/clean up

End of Summer Potluck on Tuesday, August 30 Set up/clean up

Thank you for considering these opportunities! Contact Christine if you are able to volunteer.

Maggie’s Attic

Garage Sale and Crafts! At the Center on July 21 and 22

9am - 3pm

Donations Needed! Don’t forget to donate

your household items to our sale. This annual

sale benefits our programs. We accept every-

thing but furniture, linens & clothes. Drop

them off whenever programs are offered.

NO DONATIONS THE DAY OF THE SALE!


Luncheons...and more!

Stars & Stripes

Potluck Salad Luncheon

Tuesday, June 28 @ noon Entertainment following lunch!

Make or buy your favorite dessert OR salad to

feed eight (8) people. Salad suggestions:

potato, spinach, melon, macaroni, fruit,

German potato, chicken salad OR a dessert.

Northview Seniors will furnish meatballs,

rolls, beverages and place settings.

Cost: $1 at the door to offset the cost of the

entertainment, paper products, meat, beverages

& rolls.

Reserve today!

Contact Christine at 365-6150 or

[email protected] with questions.

Flags & Fathers Luncheon

Join us for lunch and entertainment!

Tuesday, June 7 @ noon Join us for our June luncheon honoring our

country and our fathers.

Main Entrée: Orange Chicken w/rice Reservations due and paid by May 7

Cost: $5.00 Paid in advance

Thank you to Chairs: Zo Eckert, Diane

Homrich and committee

Purple Cow Ice Cream Social With live music!!

Tuesday, July 26 @ 12:30

All you can eat ice cream sundaes!

Although is it free . . . you MUST have a

reservation.

This event sells out each year and we don’t

want to turn people away at the door!

Free Event! Reserve your spot!

Underwritten by StoryPoint Rockford

The StoryPoint community is designed as a

place where seniors can live better than

anywhere else. An executive chef creates

gourmet meals on a daily basis. Enjoyment is

everyone’s focus. It’s a place full of enough

health and wellness to keep you physically fit

and mentally active. Its not just a place to

live, it’s a place you brag about living!

Annual Summer Picnic Potluck And Cash Bingo!

Tuesday, August 30 @ noon Potluck Luncheon

Bingo immediately following lunch You are asked to bring a dish to pass:

A - E Salads: potato, coleslaw, fruit, taco etc.

F - N Desserts: cakes, pies, fruit, cookies etc.

0 - Z Casseroles, potatoes, veggies or beans

Northview Seniors will furnish: grilled hot

dogs with all the trimmings & beverage.

Hosted by your Advisory Board Members!

Cost: $1 at the door. Reserve today!


Day Trips

SHOUT! At Turkeyville! Cornwell’s Dinner Theatre

Thursday, August 25 Departs at 9am back by 6pm Upon arrival at Cornwell’s, we will have time to browse through the Gift Shop and Sweet Shop filled with candies, caramel corn and homemade fudge! We sit down to a delicious Traditional Turkey Dinner that is complete with all the fixin’s! We will be entertained by SHOUT! This smashing revue tracks five groovy gals of the 1960’s as they come of age during those liberating days that made England swing! Join this non -stop journey through the infectious and soulful pop anthems and ballads that made household names of stars like Petula Clark, Dusty Springfield and Lulu. Shout uses letters to an advice columnist, true confessions, quizzes and advertisements as a frame for terrific new arrangements of such chart-topping hits as "To Sir With Love," "Downtown," "You Don't Have to Say You Love Me," "Son of A Preacher Man," and "Goldfinger." With its irresistible blend of hip-swiveling hits, eye-popping fashions and psychedelic dances from the 60's, this fun-filled musical will make you want to throw your head back and SHOUT! Cost: $89 ($25 now, balance due July 14) Includes: Full turkey dinner, transportation by motor coach, driver gratuity, rolls/coffee

Important Trip Info!

The Heart of Michigan Tuesday 5/17 depart at 9:30 am (Sold out) Musical Duo Day Wednesday 6/15 depart at 7 am (Sold out - wait list needed) Quilt Gardens Heritage Trail Wednesday 6/29 depart at 8:30 am (Sold out - wait list needed) Windy City Here We Come Tuesday 7/20 depart at 7 am (seats available) Sailing Suttons Bay Tuesday 8/2 and Wednesday 8/3 depart at 7 am (Sold out - wait list needed) Check your last newsletter or check out our website www.northviewseniors.org for trip details!


Day Trips (continued)

8th Annual Brown Bag Mystery Trip!

Thursday, September 8 or Tuesday, September 13 Departs at 8:30am back by 7pm The much anticipated annual Brown Bag Mystery trip is scheduled for September! “Bag” some fun by joining this mystery day trip as we discover Michigan towns and visit unique, locally owned businesses. We will receive a special gift from each business to fill our Brown Bag. A wonderful lunch is included at a locally owned restaurant...and experience something “cultural” too! Cost: $84 ($25 now, balance due July 28) Includes: Transport by motor coach, lunch, tour, gratuities plus brown bag goodies!

Annual Fall Color Tour Thursday, October 13 Departs at 7am return by 7pm Christine suggested this destination after reading a newspaper article about this unique village. The article was titled “How One Developer Singlehandedly Saved The Village of Walloon Lake”. The article stated that just a few years ago, the outlook was bleak for the once-bustling northern Michigan resort community of Walloon Lake. The recession, years of neglect, a court battle and other issues had given locals little reason to feel optimistic about the future of a dying village located at the foot of a pristine glacial lake that Ernest Hemingway once called home. Just off the beaten path to Petoskey along U.S. 131, the village of Walloon Lake is again drawing visitors thanks to the efforts of developer Jonathan L. Borisch. Today, the village boasts about 30 businesses, roughly half of them seasonal. Lunch will be enjoyed at Castle Farms in Charlevoix. Castle Farms has also seen great change over the years! What first started out as a dairy farm in 1918 turned into “Rock and Roll Central” in the 1970’s and now is returned to its original splendor. We will take a tram tour and see its extensive gardens, original stone towers and beautiful fountains. Cost: $119 ($25 now, balance due September 1) Includes: Transportation by motor coach, lunch, driver gratuity, coffee and sweet rolls.


Ongoing Favorites

Free Attorney Consultations By Appointment Only!

Monday, June 6 Monday, July 11

If you are interested in this 30 minute free counseling session, please make your appointment by contacting Christine: 365-6150 or [email protected]

Book Club Thursday, June 9 Thursday, July 14

Thursday August 11 (off-site) We utilize Kent District Library’s free “Book Club in a Bag” program. Book Club typically meets on the second Thursday of each month at 1:00 pm at the Senior Center. Currently there are no open seats. Please contact Christine for more information and to be added to the wait list: 365-6150 or [email protected]

Movie & a Meal (formerly Lunch ‘n Movie)

Friday, May 20 Friday, June 17 Friday, July 15

Friday, August 19 This group enjoys going out for a meal and a movie once a month. Some only come for the meal or movie and that is fine too! If this is something you would like more info about contact Pat Arbour at 822-9938 or [email protected]!

Bingo! Join others as they play bingo with grocery

items each month. Enjoy the fellowship, fun

and refreshments!

$1 drop-in fee. No reservations necessary!

Bingo starts at 1pm

Tuesday, June 14

Speak to a Geek Hands On Instruction provided by:

The Kent District Library

Are you having trouble figuring out your

device? Do you wish you knew more about

the features of your electronic gadget? Bring

your eBook, Laptop, tablet, cell phone, etc.

with you and the “geek” will answer your

questions!

Tuesday, May 17

Tuesday, June 14

Tuesday, July 12

Tuesday, August 16

Cost: FREE!

Just drop in between 10:00 and 11:30am

Choir Members Needed!

The Silvertones Choir shares their love of

music to area assisted living and retirement

communities to bring the gift of music to

those who live there.

Their season runs September to mid-

December and March to mid-May. They

practice every Friday at 1pm at the Plainfield

Senior Center. They perform approximately

once or twice a month during their choir

season.

Contact Christine for more information!


Ongoing Favorites

The Gathering

Perhaps you are new to Northview Seniors or

have been attending a while and just want to

meet new friends. Our intent is to provide a

monthly gathering place (hence the name The

Gathering!) where area senior citizens can

interact and get to know others. We will be

meeting each month at the Northview/

Plainfield Senior Center.

The Gathering starts at 1pm

Monday, May 23

Monday, June 20

Monday, July 18

Monday, August 29

Shuffleboard

Wednesday, June 1 Shuffleboard Begins!

Join this fun group every Wednesday for

shuffleboard! The courts are located adjacent

to the parking lot at the Plainfield Senior

Center.

Weather permitting

$1 drop-in fee each week. Chairs: Gayle

Gooslin, Jane Deering & Donna VanOeveren

Contact Gayle to sign up, or if you have any

questions at 365-0293 or

[email protected]

Starts Wednesday, June 1 from 9:30 to 11:00

Runs weekly through August 31, except

center shut down weeks. (August 3 & 10)


Weekly Programs

Monday Zumba Gold® for Seniors 9:30-10:30 am Class fee: $3 drop in fee Zumba Gold® targets the largest growing segment of the population: baby boomers. It takes the Zumba formula and modifies the moves and pacing to suit the needs of the active older participant. It’s a dance-fitness class that feels friendly, and most of all, fun. Stretch and Flex Exercise 11:00-Noon Class fee: $1 drop-in fee This class combines gentle stretching along with toning exercises to maintain and increase strength, balance and flexibility. Some of these exercises are done seated and some from a standing position. Mah Jongg 1:00 pm Class fee: $1 drop-in fee A fascinating gin rummy-like game played w/ tiles.

Tuesday Crafting Group Class fee: FREE 9:30-11:30 am This group is working on all sorts of crocheted, knitted and quilted projects and would love others to join them. Whether you are a little bit “crafty” or a lot, come join the fun.

Wednesday Yoga/Pilates for Seniors 9:30-10:30 am Class fee: $3 drop in fee/$7 if under 60 Designed for those that wish to lead an active fit life. The exercise poses are suitable for all levels of fitness with modifications using a chair as an available option. Tai Chi 11:00-Noon Class fee: $3 drop in fee Tai Chi is a Chinese system of slow meditative physical exercises designed for relaxation, improving flexibility, balance and increased health. The class is designed to promote a comfortable and enjoyable way to learn the very basic movements.

Wednesday (continued) Bridge 12:30 pm Samba-Card game 12:30 pm Other Card Games 12:30 pm Class fee: $1 drop in fee

Thursday Wood Carving Group 9:00-11:30 am Class fee: $1 drop-in fee Novice to experienced wood carvers gather to learn, practice and work on their projects each week. Zumba Gold® for Seniors 9:30-10:30 am Class fee: $3.00 drop in fee See class description listed for Monday. Stretch ‘N Flex Exercise 11:00-Noon Class fee: $1 drop in fee See class description listed for Monday.

Friday Yoga/Pilates for Seniors 9:30-10:30 am Class fee: $3 drop in fee See class description listed for Wednesday. Tai Chi 11:00-Noon Class fee: $3 drop in fee Tai Chi is a Chinese system of slow meditative physical exercises designed for relaxation, improving flexibility, balance and increased health. The class is designed to promote a comfortable and enjoyable way to learn the very basic movements. Silvertones Choir Practice (FREE) On hiatus

The Center will be closed for maintenance August 1-12!

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