January 2020 - Montrose-Delta

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How to uplift yourself in 2020

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t’s January, which means, here comes the customary editor’s column about New Year’s resolutions.

Lucky for both of us, the BEACON has plenty of exciting things in store for 2020 that will take up most of my column. Don’t get me wrong. While resolving to accomplish goals and be a better person is admirable, our writers give much better advice than I do when it comes to self-growth and fresh starts. Read their insights and wisdom inside.

I’ll spare you my “new year, new you” talk for now. Here are some of the cool stuff coming early this year.

2020 BEACON GUIDE NOW AVAILABLE Inside, you’ll find a copy of the 2020 BEACON Guide, our annual resource directory designed to help you age well in Montrose and Delta counties. In addition to hundreds of local, state and national resources and hard-tofind phone numbers, it features informative articles to help with the transitions you or a loved one may be going through. If you need more free copies of this handy guide, call us at 243-8829.

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IN THIS ISSUE...

Cover Photo: Mary Sornsin jumped into the

women’s movement of the ’70s with both feet.

Women like her paved the way for other rights activists today. Photos by Cloie Sandlin

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COVER STORY

Intolerance of inequality Mary Sornsin breaks barriers for women everywhere

By Melanie Wiseman

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hen Mary Sornsin graduated from the University of Minnesota in 1970, she was denied an application for a credit card due to her status: female and single.

When I graduated from college 10 years later, thanks to Sornsin and thousands of other feminists, I got a credit card, no questions asked.

“It was a very rebellious time,” said Sornsin, 75, of Grand Junction.

“Things were happening to my age group that we struggled with. I wanted my life to be different as an adult woman and I was being presented with limitations and expectations all around.”

BECOMING AN ACTIVIST Even as a sophomore in high school, Sornsin began questioning her church’s position on women.

She cringed at the expectation that women should be engaged by the time they finished college.

As a college student, she was frustrated that the things women could study didn’t interest her.

What really lit her fire was a desire to work for the National Park Service; however, females weren’t allowed to take the necessary course work in the late ’60s.

“I went and sat in on some of the classes anyway,” said Sornsin. “That was part of my training in learning to be an activist.”

Things began to change as

“WOMEN LIKE ME WERE LESS LIKELY TO BE HIRED FOR JOBS. WE SPELLED TROUBLE FOR BOSSES.”

Right: An article from the “Minneapolis Tribune” depicts Mary Sornsin, center, among other female activists at the 1975 Women’s March.

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THE FEMINIST MOVEMENT HISTORY IS OFTEN VIEWED AS A SERIES OF WAVES. THE FIRST WAVE— CELEBRATING ITS 100TH ANNIVERSARY THIS YEAR— GAINED WOMEN’S RIGHT TO VOTE IN 1920. women learned to talk to each other and embrace their feelings.

In the ’60s, she and other women began attending consciousness-raising groups that came out of Betty Friedan’s book, “The Feminine Mystique.” These groups were powerful in the development of the women’s movement’s intolerance of inequality.

Sornsin credits the anti-war movement for her jumping into the women’s movement with both feet.

As she petitioned door to door with a male partner, Sornsin found many women responded to anti-war questions with, “I don’t know how I feel about that,” or “Come back when my husband is here.”

“The condition of women was horrifying to me and I wanted nothing to do with it,” recalled Sornsin.

“I’ve always had a willingness to speak my truth.”

By the time she graduated in 1970, the women’s movement had gained momentum. In fact, Sornsin was put into a leadership role almost immediately. Although her demeanor was quiet and low key, she found her voice in the National Organization for Women (NOW) activist marches, meeting with politicians, teaching classes and facilitating consciousness-raising groups.

Many women attended in secrecy, fearful of what being open about their opinions would mean for their marriages and relationships.

Their mission was to raise public awareness that it’s not okay to treat women as sexual objects, lesser persons or to limit their educational opportunities. This raising of consciousness was needed in every institution, but Sornsin turned her attention to education.

THE TASK FORCE Believing that teachers were one of the best ways to have an effect

on society, Sornsin and five other women formed the Emma Willard Task Force on Education. The nonprofit was named after a Vermont teacher who, in 1819, went before the New York legislature to present her plan for improving female education.

Collaboratively, they wrote the book, “Sexism in Education,” which went on to sell 9,000 copies over six years. The Task Force gave hundreds of presentations on equal opportunity to teachers and students. In the beginning, they had to learn to deal with threatening, hostile responses from students and adults, both male and female.

Sornsin personally knew teachers forced out of their jobs for identifying with feminism.

“No matter what we did, we were considered radicals. We were asked why we hate men or want to be men,” said Sornsin. “The bra-burning was, initially, a mythical term created by the media. They portrayed us as ugly and angry.”

Working with the Minnesota Department of Education, the Task Force helped pass a law requir-

ing the state’s teachers to take a 60-hour human relations course in order to keep their positions.

“I was in on the ground floor of the National Women’s Political Caucus,” said Sornsin. “I became the independent liaison between democrats and republicans. Those were exciting years for me.”

Sornsin participated in Ms. Magazine meetings and with feminists like Gloria Steinem, Betty Friedan and Bella Abzug in New York and Washington, DC. Those dedicated years in feminism came at a cost, but one that Sornsin and other women were willing to bear.

“Could I have gotten a job in the Minnesota education system? Probably not,” said Sornsin. “Women like me were less likely to be hired for jobs. We spelled trouble to bosses.”

Despite the difficulties, Sornsin didn’t give up.

“We were busy, passionate and our numbers were growing—we just had to keep moving forward,” said Sornsin.

THE CONTINUED FEMINIST WAVE The feminist movement history is often viewed as a series of waves.

The first wave—celebrating its 100th anniversary this year—gained women’s right to vote in 1920.

There was a notable connection between the first wave and the slavery abolition movement.

The second wave similarly coincided with the black and anti-war movements. Sornsin was involved in this second wave, broadening the debate to a wide range of equality issues beyond the first.

A third wave began in the early 1990s, rising partially as a response and backlash against failed initiatives from the second wave. This wave also expanded feminism to include women with a more diverse set of identities.

The fourth wave started around

2013 and is characterized by the empowerment of women through their use of the internet and social media tools.

Today, Sornsin continues to view life through “the lens of a feminist.” Every interaction, everything she sees and says, everything she engages in, even now, has that criteria.

She continues to be a member of NOW, which boasts 500,000 members with chapters in all 50 states. Sornsin was also recently the volunteer coordinator for the Grand Junction Community Center Campaign and is active in global warming events.

“What I carry in my heart about the feminist movement was meeting women from all over the country and having an instant bond,” said Sornsin. “It was very empowering for all of us to celebrate our love of femaleness. We changed the world, but it’s not done.” ■

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It took 150 years for women to gain their right as citizens to vote in 1920.

Women could not attend Yale and Princeton until 1969.

Harvard until 1977.

Until 1973, women could not serve on juries in all 50 states.

Until 1977, a woman could not take legal action against workplace sexual harassment.

Until 1978, a woman could be unceremoniously fired for the “offense” of getting pregnant.

Although the pill was approved as a contraceptive in 1960, it wasn’t until years later that it was approved for use by all women, regardless of marital status.

Until 2010, a woman could not obtain health insurance at the same monetary rate as a man.

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How to prepare for your pet’s future without you

Submitted by Second Chance Humane Society

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ll it takes is one visit to Dorothy Thompson’s home to see the love and passion she has for her three rescues—two purring cats and one smiling poodle—all of which were adopted from Second Chance Humane Society.

Recently, Thompson has had some medical issues, leading her to think about the care of her pets if she should pass before them.

She had an attorney draw up papers for the long term permanent care of her beloved pets. She included Second Chance in the event that her family is unable to care for them. She also set up a monthly donation that goes directly to the humane society’s programming and listed the organization in her will.

PLAN AHEAD FOR PETS Are you one of the many pet parents who view their furry friends as lifelong family members? If so, then it might be time for you to recognize that your commitment to caring for pets may surpass your lifetime. It may be time for you to create your own long-term plan.

In the event of your passing, your pets will need immediate care and nurturing. Planning ahead for the unexpected can be invaluable for

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your peace of mind and to avoid unnecessary trauma for your pets.

Second Chance Humane Society in Ridgway offers the following guidelines to help ensure your pets will be safe and loved for their entire lifetime: • E stablish emergency caregivers. Ask close friends and family if they will act as emergency temporary caregivers in the event of something happening to you. Provide a key to your house and go over a list that includes feeding and care instructions, the name of your veterinarian, medical history, etc.

• Plan long-term permanent care. It’s desirable to keep together pets who have bonded, but you should also plan for alternate caregivers in the event that your first choice is no longer available. Make sure the caregivers you select fully understand and agree to the responsibilities involved. The chosen caregivers should be identified in your will with an additional backup plan directing the identified executor or trustee to place your animal with another responsible person.

You should know and trust your executor and provide useful—but not unrealistically confining—instructions in your will.

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• Provide funds for long-term care. Your will should grant discretion to your executor for decisions about the animal and in expending estate funds on the animal’s behalf. Proceeds from a life insurance policy are an affordable way to pay for pets who survive you. Additionally, you can establish a pet trust.

With an Enforceable Pet Trust, courts can monitor trustees to make sure pets receive the care that deceased owners intended and that all funds targeted for a pet’s care are used for that purpose. It can also be written to exclude certain assets from probate so that funds are available sooner for your pet’s care. Keep in mind that you need to provide a reasonable amount of money for both the trustee and the pet caretakers, and that annual costs vary with the health and age of the animal. Consider costs for food, grooming, vet care, etc.

• Ensure your pet’s care in all circumstances. In the event of a severe disability, including care of your pet in a Living Will will ensure your pet is cared for in the case you no longer can.

Designate a power of attorney to assure that your pet’s care is immediately considered and your pets are accessible should you become incapacitated.

• Assistance in finding long-term care. Second Chance Humane Society offers Loving for Life, a

program for those who cannot secure long-term placement for their pets. Second Chance can act as your pet’s trustee and care for your pet until the most suitable forever family can be identified.

• Seek legal advice. Second Chance encourages all pet owners to discuss their planning decisions with estate and other planning professionals such as attorneys, accountants or life insurance representatives.

CREATE YOUR LEGACY As you consider long-term planning for your pets, Second Chance also offers options for creating a legacy of saving animals’ lives for years to come. People who love animals can also help Second Chance Humane Society save and protect animals far into the future.

All the material wealth built during a lifetime, including personal property and assets such as retirement funds and insurance policies, can be possible components of your charitable gift plan. It’s easy to designate Second Chance Humane Society as a recipient of your planned gift.

You can confidentiality and directly call Lu Anne Tyrrell, Second Chance Humane Society philanthropy officer at 209-6837, to discuss planned giving options. ■

Five easy steps to make your new year better

By Arlyn Macdonald

replaced. It’s amazing how much better you feel when things are mended and look nice.

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art of the reason those New Year’s resolutions fade away is that we have not decluttered and cleaned up from the old year. Feng shui, the 3,000 year-old ancient Chinese art of harmony and balance, can help us create an environment that will inspire and activate all those new resolutions by changing the energy in our homes to a positive flow. You don’t have to study feng shui to start your new year off right. You don’t even have to believe it for it to work in your life.

Here are five steps anyone can take to create the kind of home environment that will uplift you for the new year.

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Declutter. It is amazing how much stuff we can accumulate in the span of 12 months. Clutter blocks good energy from moving around. While the weather is cold outside, focus on going through each room in your house and discarding everything you didn’t use last year, and especially those items you won’t use this year either. Make three piles: one to donate, one to recycle/throw out, and one to keep.

Make sure the “one to keep” is smaller than the other two piles.

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Clean. Wash windows, vacuum and clean carpets, remove fingerprints from door frames and scrub floors. It’s a good winter activity that will help you keep warm as well.

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Repair and replace. As you clean, make a note of the items that need to be repaired or

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Set your intention. We often have one intention for a specific room and all of a sudden that room is filled with stuff from several other projects. It’s like putting your office computer in your bedroom, your exercise equipment in the dining room, or garages that are used for storage space and not your car.

Ideally, you want each room to enhance whatever activity you want to do in that space. You may not have enough room, so think about what activities might go together and move the items into a more conducive space to match your intention.

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Think creatively, but don’t clutter.

These steps can make a huge difference in how you feel in the new year. But don’t expect to do them all at once. Take your time and make your home environment the best it can be. Your home is an extension of you, and you want it to be positive, energetic and beautiful. ■

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Help, retirement is boring Dear Old Bag: Retirement is nothing like I thought it would be. I get up and go to bed when I want. I go out to lunch with friends. I spend time with family. However, I feel empty. I retired from a job I loved to do this.

Weekends and holidays are just another day of the week. They used to be special. What is wrong with me? I think I need help! Signed, Lost Dear Lost: My thinking is that people do not plan for what they are going to do when they no longer go to work every day. While you are working you say to yourself “Soon I won’t have to get up every morning and enter the rat race etc.” And you think how nice that will be. It can feel good for a while. But some people need more—they need to be busy making a difference. Many people are starting new careers—something totally different than what they did before. Once I was purchasing something at the supermarket and began chatting with the employee. He told me he used to be a bank president! He said he felt useless after retiring and so he got this part-time job—no headaches—just enjoying the work and the customers. He seemed very happy. That is my suggestion. I used to work with retired folks all my first career. Now I work with kids and I love it. I think it is good for my mind and good for my body. I still have time to go to the gym and meet with friends. Oh and I’ve written this column for years now! And I love it. Good luck! OB Dear Old Bag: I told my adult children the other day that I plan to donate my body to science. They had a fit. “Why would you do such a thing?” they asked. For several reasons: 1) I think the price of funerals and all the fluff is ridiculous, 2) I would like to help advance science, and 3) I see all these graves that people either forget about or almost worship as if that person is really there. I don’t want that for me. Do I do it their way or mine? Signed, BA

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It’s a demanding hobby, to be sure.

Young job seekers, fresh out of school, are wisely counseled to “meet with their future self,” listening to workers in positions they’d like to hold in a decade. This can set up a mentor-mentee relationship that helps draw the job seeker into their desired field. But what if the job seeker is older than their potential mentor?

Senior job applicants need a different angle to make an impression.

The reasons for hiring an older worker far surpass the disadvantages. Seniors generally have experience in a wide variety of situations and deep knowledge in specialized areas. We have learned when to roll with the punches and when to take a stand.

AARP research provides an additional reason to look at mature applicants.

“The relative productivity of both older and younger workers is higher in companies that utilize mixed-age work teams than in companies that do not,” the AARP 2016 publication found.

TIPS FOR SENIOR JOB SEEKERS How can older workers’ resumes avoid ending up in the circular file?

A resume for a 50-something could run for many pages, but the last 15 years or so are the most relevant.

SENIOR JOB APPLICANTS NEED A DIFFERENT ANGLE TO MAKE AN IMPRESSION. THE REASONS FOR HIRING AN OLDER WORKER FAR SURPASS THE DISADVANTAGES. WE HAVE LEARNED WHEN TO ROLL WITH THE PUNCHES AND WHEN TO TAKE A STAND. Concentrate on your highlights. It almost goes without saying to mine your personal network. Check with friends whose work, industry, or work situation you admire. Determine the roles for which you might be qualified in their organization.

Consider nonprofits where you’ve been a volunteer or donated over the years, and think about where you could fit in.

Some industries are more conducive to older workers. Again, nonprofits are a good fit here.

Consider other areas where seniors are a target market, such as medical sales or patient advocates. Many careers benefit from people with maturity and perspective: dietitian, accountant, personal trainer, writer or editor, or any type of customer service representative.

Part-time jobs are great for showing your prowess and can grow to full-time work if there’s a match. Tutoring and virtual assistants fall into this category. Other ways to package a job successfully are to offer contract employment, assuming you have other access to insurance. If you can afford to do so without compromising your retirement, you could consider starting a business or buying a franchise in an area you understand.

Some employers fear an older worker may quickly become bored in a job for which they are considered “overqualified.” You may choose to address this head on with arguments such as, “I’m looking for an encore career in a different but related field” or “I’m more interested in applying my skills in a new area, with a good work-life balance.”

USE LOCAL RESOURCES Perhaps your concern is the opposite: a perceived lack of skills. Many women especially find themselves needing supplemental income but feel as if they’ve been out of the workforce for too long to qualify.

In that case, check out the senior services in your area, which may be available through the workforce center. Be on the lookout for job training or resume writing workshops. You likely have more skills than you think!

The bottom line is, age bias is real. Nevertheless, the facts are on our side. We have wisdom, energy and perspicacity. As with any task, the hardest part is inertia. That’s why it’s important to look inside yourself first to uncover where your enthusiasm lies. ■

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Jerry Pankey “When I was a union ironworker in the Midwest, I had to tie rebar on to a bridge deck. That was hard work. My whole body hurt. I was a wrestler in college and thought I was in pretty good shape.”

Ann Evans “I grew up on a farm. The job I wouldn’t wish on anyone was when I was processing that hay.

It was too early in the morning!”

Gary Morgans “The job I spent the most time on was as a federal fireman. I was a shift captain for 35 years. It was an intense babysitting job, managing people and scheduling crews.”

Roena Frank “Working in a restaurant when I was 15. The chocolate machine would overflow, and I had to clean it up. My mother said, ‘You’re not going to quit just because of that.’ I watched that machine after that.”

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LAUGHING MATTERS THE FLOOD Submitted by Bob Breazeale A large motorhome from New York pulls into the only gas station in a very small town in Arizona, near the Mexico border. A man steps out of the motorhome (you know the type—designer Hawaiian shirt, Bermuda shorts, $200 athletic shoes and zinc oxide on his nose).

He tells the attendant to “fill-er-up” and walks into the small restaurant nearby.

The only person inside is an old man with a cup of coffee, dozing off. The tourist says to the man, “Sure is hot.”

The old man startles awake and says, “Yup.” Tourist: “How hot do you think it is?”

Old man: “I ain’t equipped to say.”

Tourist: “Do you ever get any

rain around here?”

Old man: “Seldom.”

Tourist: “What’s the most rain you’ve ever had?”

“Do you remember that story in the Bible about Noah and the ark?”

Tourist: “Sure, that’s when it rained for 40 days and 40 nights.”

Old man: “That’s right. Well, we got about an inch out of all that.”

DO I KNOW YOU? Submitted by Roy Connell A small-town prosecuting attorney called his first witness—an elderly woman—to the stand during a trial.

He approached her and asked, “Mrs. Jones, do you know me?”

She responded, “Why, yes, I do know you, Mr. Williams. I’ve known you since you were a young boy.

And frankly, you’ve been a big disappointment to me. You lie, you cheat on your wife, and you manip-

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The lawyer was stunned. Not knowing what else to do, he pointed across the room and asked, “Mrs. Jones, do you know the defense attorney?”

She replied, “Why yes, I do. I’ve known Mr. Bradley since he was a youngster, too. I used to babysit him for his parents. And he, too, has been a real disappointment to me. He’s lazy, bigoted and he has a drinking problem. The man can’t build a normal relationship with anyone, and his law practice is one of the shoddiest in the entire state.”

At this point, the judge rapped the courtroom to silence and called both counselors to the bench.

In a very quiet voice, he said with menace, “If either of you asks her if she knows me, you’ll be jailed for contempt!”

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The boy asked, “What is this, Father?”

The father responded, “Son, I have never seen anything like this in my life. I don’t know what it is.”

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Finally, the walls opened up again and a young, voluptuous blonde woman stepped out.

At that point, the father said quietly to his son, “Go get your mother.”

BED SHEETS Submitted by Ginny Chasteen An extremely modest man was in the hospital for a series of tests, the last of which had left his bodily systems extremely upset. Upon making several false alarm trips to the bathroom, he decided the latest episode was another and stayed put. He suddenly filled his bed with diarrhea and was embarrassed beyond his ability to remain rational.

In a complete loss of composure he jumped out of bed, gathered up the bed sheets, and threw them out the hospital window.

A drunk was walking by the hospital when the sheets landed on him. He started yelling, cursing and swinging his arms violently trying to get the unknown things off, and ended up with the soiled sheets in a tangled pile at his feet.

As the drunk stood there, unsteady on his feet, staring down at the sheets, a hospital security guard, barely containing his laughter and who had watched the whole incident, walked up and asked,

“What the heck is going on here?”

The drunk, still staring down replied, “I think I just beat the shit out of a ghost.”

FULL HOUSE CALL Submitted by Jen Estes An on-call doctor was sitting at home with his wife when the phone rang. The doctor answered the phone and heard the familiar voice of a colleague on the other end of the line.

“We need a fourth for poker,” said the friend.

“I’ll be right over,” whispered the doctor.

As he was putting on his coat, his wife asked, “Is it serious?”

“Oh yes, quite serious,” said the doctor gravely. “In fact, there are three doctors there already.”

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hristmas comes early every year for the BEACON staff when our publisher, Kevin, returns from the annual North American Mature Publishers Association (NAMPA) convention.

This year’s convention took place in Memphis. Aside from listening to jazz on Beale Street and enjoying the sights with other senior publishers from across the country, a highlight of the convention is the awards banquet, where senior publications big and small vie for top honors in a variety of categories. Publications are independently judged on the quality of their written content, editing, design, photography, web content and more by the prestigious Missouri School of Journalism. The best are then commended for their efforts with awards.

This year, your BEACON Senior News and its staff were nominated in the following categories: Column Review • “Talking Digital” by Adam Cochran How-to Feature • “Made in the shade: Varying degrees of light, moisture, warmth lead to a robust garden” by Paige Slaughter (June 2019) • “My car is broken. Now what?” by Corey Colombin (June 2019) Profile • “Captain of Mercy: Retired captain volunteers aboard vessel of hope” by Carole McKelvey (November 2018) • “Gold Star survivors” by Melanie Wiseman (September 2018) Feature Writing • “Who rescued who?” by Cloie Sandlin (August 2018) • “Love is in the little things” by Melanie Wiseman (February 2019) • “Where the dinosaurs roamed: Moab museum gives a closer look at these prehistoric giants” by Dianna Barnett (June 2019) • “Donate life: Anyone can register as an organ and tissue donor”

by Connie Payton (February 2019) • “100 years of war: Honoring those who fought bravely”

by Jan Weeks (November 2018) • “Hammin’ it up on the airwaves: Amateur radio spans generations, saves lives” by Jan Weeks (July 2018) Topical Issue • “Changing the narrative on aging” by Debra Dobbins (June 2019) • “Building a better community: How will a community center impact Grand Junction seniors?” by Melanie Wiseman (October 2018) • “Gun sense = common sense” by Susan Elenz (April 2019) Front Cover Photo • Feel good about giving (March 2019) by Cloie Sandlin Feature Layout • “Art from the heart” (June 2019) by B. Bigler

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ew places have a longer list of something-for-everyone attractions than Cancun, Mexico, and the nearby Riviera Maya. If you’re searching for a sun-and-sand getaway from the winter cold, look no more. Cancun is a world-class beach destination.

If trendy restaurants and exhilarating nightlife rank high on your list of vacation treats, there’s more than enough of both to meet any demand.

During a recent visit to Cancun, my wife, Fyllis, and I made another discovery that adds a whole new dimension to the area’s appeal—the Sunset World Resorts, a Mexican-owned group of hotels that gives new meaning to the term “destination resorts.” I always espouse getting out and about any destination to meet and mingle with its people, experience the culture and delve into history, and that’s certainly true for Cancun and its surroundings. These properties can provide a vacation by themselves.

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IF YOU’RE SEARCHING FOR A SUN-AND-SAND GETAWAY FROM THE WINTER COLD, LOOK NO MORE. which resort to spend time at each day, taking advantage of the convenient van and water taxi transportation system.

While the choice was by no means easy, Fyllis and I agreed that our favorite was the Hacienda Tres Rios Resort, Spa and Nature Park. One reason for our decision was how the hotel was built to protect and enhance the surrounding environment. As a result, the Mexican government has ranked it among the top three sustainable hotels on the Yucatan peninsula.

The 340-acre setting encompasses five major ecosystems and is home to some 120 species of plants and more than 90 species of animal life.

And that’s just for starters!

Among features of the resort’s eco-friendly “intelligent rooms” are sensors that turn off the air conditioning when there’s no movement for a specified time, balconies designed to cast a cooling shad-

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After being gently blindfolded by our Mayan guides, participants shuffled slowly along a path, guided by a hand on the shoulder of the person in front. Then began a series of sounds, feelings and other external experiences that tested our perceptions as we attempted to decipher what was taking place around us.

Was that gentle noise cymbals, chimes or some other instrument?

Our sense of touch was challenged when we removed our shoes and walked barefoot over wood slats, burlap, a soft rug and other textures.

At times, several senses sprang to life together—like when our ears heard soft voices chanting while seeds cascaded gently over our heads and our noses picked up the scent of cinnamon. A small glass container felt cool to the touch until the candle inside was lit. Near the end of the adventure, a cacophony of sounds—thunder, rain, birds and wind—rose in a crescendo and, now with maracas in hand, we picked up the tempo, added to the din and swayed in time with the underlying beat.

When the adventure ended, we left with a new, enhanced way of interpreting and appreciating our surroundings. Since returning home, we cling to the belief that the experience has had a lasting influence, which will continue to heighten our sense of being at one with the world around us.

SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE None of the attractions at the other Sunset World Resorts provides the drama of the Sense Adventure, but learning opportunities cover a long and enticing list of subjects, ranging from cooking and Spanish language classes to kayaking and sailing. They also include a number of unusual activities not available at most hotels, like bartending and learning to make Mexican handicrafts.

Each resort attracts guests who prefer to focus their time and attention on one or more particular pursuits. For example, the Sunset Marina Resort & Yacht Club, perched at the edge of a lagoon, offers a long list of water sports.

People staying there can rent a private yacht and explore Caribbean waters like a millionaire—at least for a while.

The Sunset Laguna Suites, Golf & Spa is adjacent to the Pok-ta-Pok golf course, which was laid out by the legendary designer Robert Trent Jones, Jr., and occupies an area that once was a Mayan ball field. A number of small archaeological remnants from that time now serve as unique hazards for players. At the spa, some treatments are based upon time-tested techniques that were developed hundreds of years ago by Mayan healers.

In keeping with its name, rooms at the Ocean Spa Resort have features like massaging multi-jet showers, a yoga mat and meditation stool and aroma candles to help provide a relaxing atmosphere.

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appy New Year from the BEACON! To help you start the year right, we’ve included a copy of the 2020 BEACON Guide, our annual publication designed to help you age well in Montrose and Delta counties.

The BEACON Guide—a trusted resource directory for area seniors, their families and those who assist them—has only gotten bigger and better. In addition to hundreds of local, state and national resources and hard-to-find phone numbers, the guide also features informative articles to help you with the transitions that you or a loved one may be going through.

From finding leisure activities to planning your retirement, from home health care to moving to an assisted living facility, The BEACON Guide will help you navigate the continuum of care. The guide also includes listings for clubs, genealogy resources, veterinarians and pet shelters, support groups, volunteer opportunities and more.

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BEACON SENIOR NEWS Performers at the Grand Mesa Arts & Events Center make a habit of autographing this donated guitar.

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Committing to the “impossible” Grand Mesa Arts & Events Center is a world-class arts center built by a community

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uilding a world-class arts center in the middle of a tiny mountain village may have seemed like an impossible task to most, but not to the community of Cedaredge.

Thanks to the town’s talented artists and strong sense of community, the Grand Mesa Arts & Events Center (GMAEC) has become a reality.

AN UNLIKELY LOCATION The local creative talent is what made the art and performance center possible in this unlikely setting. At first, it was just a dream of a small group of supporters who admired the Blue Sage Center for the Arts in nearby Paonia. Local musician David Starr and his wife, Cindy, wanted to create a permanent venue to host performing and visual arts in Cedaredge.

As the Starrs shared their vision, a group came together and they started brainstorming and creating plans.

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Deborah Shaffer—now the center’s director—led initial group discussions. Shaffer used her experience as a successful operations management and customer relations professional to help bring the vision to life.

It wasn’t long before a mission and vision statement was created, as well as an advisory council. After establishing GMAEC as a 501(c)3 nonprofit, their dreams took the form of a physical building.

“Our mission is to enhance the quality of life and inspire our communities through visual and performing arts, education and advocacy,” Shaffer said. “Our vision has always been a vibrant and thriving arts, cultural and educational center.”

GMAEC acquired a building downtown on Main Street with a rich century-old history. But the most difficult challenge facing the center was the renovations needed to the aging building, which was built in 1904. Tons of local

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volunteers turned out to redo the interior and make it shine.

Volunteers helped with everything from tearing down walls to installing floors and fixtures. Doorways featuring art scenes and other finishing touches were added.

Because of Cedaredge’s hard working community and a successful fundraising campaign, GMAEC opened its doors on June 15, 2018.

Since then, it has become a cornerstone of the Cedaredge community.

EXPERIENCE THE ARTS GMAEC’s Starr Gallery has a revolving lineup of talented local and national artists. The theater hosts a variety of classes and performers as well as community movie nights.

Classes educate both the young and young at heart in music, dance, art and more, inspiring the community to continue to flourish in the visual and performing arts.

For details, call 856-9195 or check out the calendar at www. grandmesaartscenter.com ■

UPCOMING Grand Mesa Arts & Events Center 195 W. Main St. in Cedaredge

January 8 at 7 p.m.

A new concert by John McEuen, founding member of the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band

January 9 at 6:30 p.m.

Ignite Delta County, an evening of 12 fun, fast-paced presentations

January 25 at 7 p.m.

Songwriter Pierce Pettis and piano master David Webb

Through February 3

Artwork by Joe Milich and Michael Short in the Starr family gallery The center also has yoga and dance classes.

Check out the calendar at www.grandmesaartscenter.com or call 856-9195.

FUN AFTER 50 how the American Red Cross recreation workers boosted morale for the troops. Presented by Rosemary Thunder Schwoebel.

TRIPS & TOURS January 7

FUN AFTER 50 Register at www.montroserec.com or call 249-7705

EDUCATION Have lunch at noon and listen to educational presentations at 1 p.m. at the Montrose Senior Center.

Lunch is $5. Call 901-9914 the day before to make lunch reservations

Shopping in Grand Junction Enjoy a day of shopping in Grand Junction. Meet at the Senior Center at 9 a.m. Cost is $21. Bring money for lunch.

January 11

Metropolitan Opera Live in HD Travel to Grand Junction’s Regal Theater for “Wozzeck” by Berg, which depicts the everyday life of soldiers and the townspeople of a rural German-speaking town.

Meet at the Field House at 8:45 a.m. Cost is $38.

January 23

Historical Adventures on the Colorado Plateau Explore the ways that horses were used to overcome travel obstacles on the Colorado Plateau. Presented by author Bob Silbernagel.

Lands End Sculpture Center in Paonia Visit this fine art, full-service foundry and observe a pour during the tour and visit a bonus location. Meet at the Senior Center at 7:15 a.m. Cost is $21; bring money for lunch.

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1968 Vietnam memoir of an American Legion Donut Dolly See photos of Vietnam and learn

Cerro Summit Bring your own snowshoes and a sack lunch. Meet at the Senior

Center at 9 a.m. Cost is $19.

MUSIC & DANCE Monday Night Out Enjoy a potluck, line dancing, Latin dancing and games from 4-8 p.m. the third Monday of the month.

Bring a dish to share. Cost is $2.

mitting healing energy through the hands. Reiki sessions may help ease tension and stress and support the body on a physical, emotional and spiritual level. Cost is donation of your choice. Meets in the Craft room from 10:45 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

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Latin Dancing Join Nando for free Latin dancing in the senior center crafts room from 6:15-8 p.m. on the third Monday of each month.

Hatha Yoga Level 1 Class takes place from 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the Field House Summit Room. Cost is $11 to drop in.

Mats and props provided.

Line Dancing Learn to line dance from 4-6 p.m. on the first, second and fourth Monday of the month, and 6-8 p.m. on the third Mondays. Cost is $2.

Tai Chi Chuan for Seniors This ancient meditative practice is easy-to-follow postures designed to build strength, improve health and flexibility, reduce stress and relax your mind. Cost is $13 to drop in. Class is from 11 a.m. to noon at the Field House.

Jam Session/Sing Along Join us in the Senior Center crafts room from 4-6 p.m. Mondays if you play an instrument or sing. Each person gets a turn to lead a song and others play along.

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GAMES Games at the Senior Center Play Cribbage, Bunco, Billiards, Poker, Bingo, Bridge and more all month long. Games cost $1 to play. For schedule, call 252-4884.

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New Reiki class Reiki is the practice of trans-

Events take place at Bill Heddles Recreation Center, 531 Palmer St. in Delta, unless otherwise noted.

CLASSES & CLINICS February 1

Self-Defense Class This class will educate participants in situational awareness and how to protect yourself with taught self-defense techniques. Class is from noon to 3 p.m. Cost is $25.

January 10 & February 7

FUN AFTER 50 Register at www.cityofdelta.net or call 874-0923

Bob Ross painting class Paint fabulous landscapes and floral designs using wet-on-wet oil panting techniques instructed

by Bob Ross-trained and certified instructors. To register, call 6183639 or email gallery2j@yahoo. com

SPECIAL EVENTS January 23

Ouray Ice Park/Hot Springs Warm up this winter with a dip in Ouray’s hot springs or enjoy the ice park. Cost is $35 if under the age of 75, $24 for adults 75 and older.

January 29 & February 12

Snowshoeing hikes Hike Elk Meadow on January 29.

Cost is $30, plus $15 for snowshoe rental. Hike Black Canyon on February 12. Cost is $25, plus $15 for snowshoe rental.

GAMES Duplicate bridge: Mondays, 12:30-4:30 p.m. Cost $5 per week.

Needles: Tuesdays, 10 a.m. to noon. Cost is $8 for 14 weeks.

Pinochle: Tuesdays, 1-4 p.m. Cost is $8 for four weeks.

Dominoes: Wednesdays, 1-3 p.m.

Cost is $8 for 14 weeks.

Party Bridge: Thursdays, 1-4 p.m.

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January 1

New Years Yoga Open yourself to new beginnings and set your intention for 2020 with this yoga class led by Melissa Lowe from 10-11:15 a.m. at Yoga House, 207 E. Main St. in Montrose. Asanas are designed with grounding, powerful and releasing poses, mantras and mediation to begin the new year. Cost is $15 to drop in.

January 4

Montrose Library Book Club The Montrose Library Book Club meets on the first Saturday of the month at 9 a.m. in the meeting room at the Montrose Library, 320 S. Second St. The selection for January is the American classic “A River Runs Through It” by Norman Maclean, presented by Tim Garvey. For details, call 2499656, ext. 3.

January 4 & 18

Montrose Winter Farmer’s Market Enjoy the bounty of the Montrose Farmers Market’s 41st season!

Farmers, producers and artisans showcase the area’s best products. Winter Market is set up indoors in Centennial Meeting Room, across from the stage in Centennial Plaza from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. For details, call 249-0705 or visit www.montrosefarmers market.weebly.com.

January 4

Lorrie Morgan and Aaron Tippin concert See Lorrie Morgan and Aaron Tippin live at the Montrose County Event Center. Doors open at 5 p.m., with Tippin performing at 6:30 p.m. and Morgan at 8 p.m. Tickets range from $25-$80 and are available at www.montrosecountyeventcenter.com or call 964-2180.

January 6

Swing Dance at Intrinzik Singles, couples, beginners and advanced dancers are welcome to Intrinzik’s Swing Dance night at 512 E. Main St. in Montrose.

Music from 7 p.m. until 9:30 p.m.

No cover charge if you buy a drink (non-alcoholic also available).

Bring friends or meet new ones.

Take a free swing dance lesson from 7-7:30 p.m. For details, call 615-7280.

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January 10

Western Slope Beef Cow Symposium In today’s constantly evolving beef industry, continuing education strengthens not only producers but operations as a whole. Join fellow producers and industry leaders for a day full of beef cattle education, featuring speakers from Colorado State University, IMI Global, the Livestock Marketing Information Center and more.

Cost is $35 and includes lunch, trade show and entry into door prize drawings. Symposium is from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. at Tri River area CSU Extension, 1001 N. Second St. in Montrose.

January 14

Understanding Signs and Stages of Dementia This seminar, hosted by Volunteers of America, covers the signs and stages of dementia and memory loss, strategies for coping, and communication and planning for the future. Course runs from 1:30-2:30 p.m. at the Montrose Regional Library and is facilitated by certified validation instructor Brandi Valdez.

RSVP at dhayre@voa.org or by calling 249-9634.

January 11

Acrylic abstract painting class Head over to TADA Your Art Space, 459 Main St. in Delta, for a class on acrylic abstract painting from 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Teacher Jean M. Stortz gives guidance with this medium. Cost of $35 includes all materials. Please discuss the images you choose with Jean prior to class and RSVP by calling 209-5293.

January 14

Lunch & Learn: The Manifestation Zone Learn about a framework for manifestation that actually works and how to apply it to your daily life along with the principles and practices that the great spiritual masters used to create a reality of miracles and abundance. This lunch and learn takes place at the Blue Flame, 320 Main St. in Delta, from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Class

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size is limited to 10 people and class fee is $10. RSVP at www. blueeaselgallery.com or call 5414763.

January 14“

Pasión LIVE!” world premiere Healthy Rhythm Creative Group and internationally acclaimed New York City cellist, Wendy Law, present the World Premiere of “Pasión LIVE! A Film Set to Live Classical Music” at the Montrose Pavilion auditorium at 7:30 p.m. “Pasión LIVE!” is a movie and live classical music performance portraying a semi-autobiographical story of love, betrayal and redemption.

Law will be accompanied by pianist Will Healy and percussionist Justin Hines. Reserved seating prices cost $22-$37 and can be purchased at www.healthyrhythm artgallery.bigcartel.com.

January 15

Archaeology talk Archaeologists and local ranchers have known about prehistoric circular stone houses over 1,000 years old on the Uncompahgre Plateau and neighboring regions since the 1920s. Rand Greubal, co-owner of Alpine Archaeological Consultants, will discuss recent field examinations and other research leading to new ideas and hypotheses concerning the inhabi-

tants of these ancient dwellings at a free presentation by the Colorado Archaeological Society Chipeta Chapter. The presentation is at 7 p.m. at the Montrose United Methodist Church, 19 S. Park Ave. in Montrose. For details, email Annette at annettebutts63@gmail. com.

January 18

Create your successes in the new year Do you feel like you’ve hit a wall on the path to success?

This two-hour class will help you realize that wall and how to breakthrough so you can succeed in all your 2020 New Years resolutions, whether they are financial, relational, physical, emotional or mental. Learn why positive thinking can only get you so far, why changing your actions isn’t enough, why people self-sabotage and how to avoid it and things you can do today that will shift your mindset and help you begin accomplishing your goals. Class is 1-3 p.m. at the Ute Indian Museum in Montrose. Cost is $10.

January 18

“Home Sweet Home” classical concert Western Slope Concert Series presents this dramatic and heart-rending journey through

music and drama that explores the mysteries of the heart during the tragic years of the Civil War. Concert is at 3 p.m. at the Montrose Pavilion. Charles Farruggia, who has a background in acting and singing, will perform roles of both Union and Confederate

soldiers. Kathryn Mientka will use the piano to depict the loved ones left behind, performing works by Gottschalk, Chopin and others.

Tickets start at $12 for adults and can be purchased at www.western slopeconcertseries.tix.com.

January 21 & 24

Clay Creations Have you always wanted to play in clay but don’t have a kiln? This two-part class uses air dry clay—no kiln needed.

Learn how to make your own wall pocket for air plants and a crystal spirit bowl. Class is from 1-3 p.m. both days at Montrose Center for the Arts, 11 S. Park Ave in Montrose. Cost is $45 and includes all materials. For details and to register, call Montrose Center for the Arts at 787-9428 or visit www. mc4arts.net.

January 30-31

Beginning watercolor class This two-day class taught by watercolorist Jodine Broscovak includes demonstration, student painting time and critique. Class is from 9:30 a.m.3 p.m. both days at Montrose Center for the Arts, 11 S. Park Ave in Montrose. Cost is $95 and includes all materials. For details and to register, call Montrose Center for the Arts at 787-9428 or visit www. mc4arts.net. ■

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BEACON BITS Arts Coalition presents “The Red Lamp” January 17-26 The Arts Coalition of Delta County’s Act Group presents “The Red Lamp” at the Delta Performing Arts Center, 822 Grand Ave. in Delta.

General admission is $12. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 7 p.m. and Sundays at 3 p.m. Tickets available at the door or online. Call 874-2108 for details and to order.

Montrose Center for the Arts (MCA) events Classes and events take place at the Montrose Center for the Arts, 11 S. Park Ave in Montrose. For details and to register, call 787-9428 or visit www.mc4arts.net.

• January 3 - First Friday Reception. Enjoy a glass of wine and hors d’oeuvres while meeting local artists and admiring their art from 5-7 p.m. Make sure to say hi

to Loretta Casler, MCA’s featured artist.

friends! Make it your New Year’s resolution! Call Paul at 773-4495.

• January 21 & 24 - Clay Creations Learn how to make your own wall pocket for air plants and a crystal spirit bowl using air-dry clay. This two-part class is from 1-3 p.m.

Cost is $45.

• San Juan Dance Club offers country waltz dance lessons at the Montrose Lion’s Clubhouse every Thursday starting January 2. Registration opens at 6:30 p.m. and lessons are from 7-8:30 p.m., followed by an hour of free dance.

Cost is $30 for all four weeks or $10 to drop in. Singles without partners are welcome—there are always extra guys. Over-shoe slipons will be provided, but bring hard-sole footwear if you have it.

For details, call Ron at 708-8333 or email thesjdanceclub@gmail. com.

• Volunteer drivers are needed to deliver meals to low-income and frail seniors. Drivers are subject to background checks and must provide references. Call 249-8804.

SUPPORT GROUPS

• Foster Grandparents are needed in nonprofit school classrooms throughout Mesa and Delta counties. No experience necessary. Patience, kindness and ability to follow directions are a must. Applicants must be 55 or older. Those who meet income requirements and who are able to volunteer nine hours or more per week can receive $100-400 in non-taxable stipend per month.

Background check required. Call 298-9091 to apply.

• January 30-31 - Beginning watercolor class. This twoday class from 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. includes demonstration, student painting time and critique. Cost is $95.

DANCE CLASSES • Delta Hubwheelers Square Dance Club is accepting new students for its winter square dance classes, which start at the end of January. Call and sign up now, and find out how much fun you can have square dancing with your

• Delta Diabetes Group meets monthly from 2:30-3:30 p.m. on the second Monday at Grand Mesa Oncology & Rheumatology’s Crag Crest room. For details, call 874-7681.

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• Sharing Ministries Food Bank seeks dedicated volunteers for three hours, one day a week.

Some lifting involved. Inquire at 49 N. First St. in Montrose. Call 240-8385.

• Senior CommUnity Meals needs volunteer delivery drivers and dining room helpers to help elderly citizens in Delta and Montrose counties. For details, visit www.

seniorcommunitymeals.org or call 874-7662.

• Friends of Montrose Library seeks volunteers to serve on its board of directors. Meetings are held once a month. For details, call 846-5287.

• Museum of the West seeks volunteer tour guides to bring the past to life for visitors. Flexible schedule. Training provided. Call 240-3400.

• Delta County Memorial Hospital seeks volunteers for a variety of positions. Call Barbara at 2502105 for details.

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• Alpine Photography Club meets monthly from 7-9 p.m. on the second Tuesday at Colorado Mesa University’s Montrose Campus, classroom 100. Email apcmontroseco@gmail.com.

• Black Canyon Barbershop Chorus sings four-part a cappella from 7-8:30 p.m. Thursdays at Olathe United Methodist Church.

Call 216-3800.

• Citizens Climate Lobby meets monthly at 6:30 p.m. on the second Monday in the Montrose Library meeting room. January’s presentation is a special showing of National Geographic’s “Years of Living Dangerously.” Call 2409146 or email montrose@citizensclimatelobby.org for details.

• Crafternoon members meet from 2:30-4:30 p.m. on the first, second and third Wednesdays of the month in the Montrose Library’s meeting room. Members knit and crochet projects, which they donate to various charities.

Supplies are provided, but yarn donations are always welcome.

Experienced crafters will help beginners. Call Tania at 249-9656 for details.

• Columbine Quilters meet monthly at 9 a.m. on the first Saturday at the Meadowlark Senior Apartments in Montrose. Call 462-3849.

• Delta Hubwheelers Square Dance Club hosts dances from 7-9 p.m. on January 4 and 18 in the aerobics room at the Bill Heddles Recreation Center, 531 N. Palmer St. in Delta. A special “Bobby Sox” dance takes place January 18—1950s attire is encouraged. Dancer admission is $6. Non-dancers can attend for free. For details, call 773-4495.

membership information, email givingclubofmontrose@gmail. com.

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• Montrose Neighborhood Watch meets monthly at 6 p.m. on the third Tuesday at Centennial Meeting Room at 6 p.m. New watch groups are formed and guest speakers alert members to safety issues. Call 901-5876 for details.

• Friendship Quilters of Western Colorado meets monthly at 9 a.m. on the fourth Thursday in the Pioneer Room of Friendship Hall at the Montrose County Fairgrounds. Call 417-4842 for details.

• Montrose Pavilion Dance Club hosts dances from 7:30-11 p.m. on the second and fourth Saturdays of the month at the Montrose Pavilion. Dancers of all ages are welcome. Bring a snack to share. Cost is $5. Call 252-7172.

• Montrose Amateur Radio Club meets monthly at 7 p.m. on the third Friday at the Olathe Community Center. Call 417-6142.

• San Juan Dance Club meets from 6:45-9:30 p.m. Thursdays at the Lions Clubhouse in Montrose.

Call 708-8333.

• Montrose Area Woodturners meets monthly from 9 a.m. to noon on the second Saturday at 520 Collins Way in Montrose.

Call 986-2550 or email lvcribbs@ charter.net.

• Sons of Norway, Vestafjell Lodge, meets at 1:30 p.m. on January 11 at Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church in Grand Junction.

Paul Cowan shares highlights of his law enforcement career in the National Park Service, and the lodge celebrates its 125th anniversary. Call 245-5649 or visit www. vestafjelllodge.org for details.

• Montrose Elks host bingo at 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays at the Montrose Elks Lodge, 801 S. Hillcrest Dr. • Giving Club of Montrose meets quarterly at 5:30 p.m. at Cobble Creek Golf Club in Montrose.

Members donate $100 at each meeting and are invited to nominate a local charity to receive the evening’s total contributions. For

• Western Slope 4 Wheelers meets monthly at 7 p.m. on the first Tuesdays at the Montrose Rod & Gun Club’s indoor range, 1211 6450 Road in Montrose. Call 209-5326. ■

Magic Circle Players’ “Farce of Nature”

Strap in as Magic Circle Players presents “Farce Of Nature,” a fast-paced comedy that will take you from eye-rolling grins to giggles to knee-slapping guffaws.

From the well-known comedy writing team of Jessie Jones, Nicholas Hope and Jamie Wooten, “Farce of Nature” brings a warm, bright escape from the cold.

Evening performances are at 7:30 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays January 10, 11, 17, 18, 24 and 25. Sunday matinees are at 2 p.m. on January 19 and 26. Tickets are available at www.magiccircleplayers.com or by calling 249-7838.

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VOLUNTEER OPP Delta County Memorial Hospital needs hospital volunteers. There are currently many exciting opportunities as a hospital volunteer. If you are interested, please contact volunteer coordinator Barbara Hall at 250-2105.

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MONTROSE & DE

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ION GRAND JUNCT

MESA COUNTY

2020

GRAND JU NCTION

GRAND JU NCTION

and senior fair!

Enjoy the area’s largest boomer s, food & flu shots ment, seminar FREE admission, entertain

September 2020 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Montrose Montrose Pavilion,243-882 9 For information call

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FREE admission, enterta inment, seminars, food

April 2020

9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Two Rivers Convention

Center, Grand Junct ion

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UNDERSTANDING SIGNS & STAGES OF DEMENTIA and How to Respond to Dementia-related Behavior

Facilitated by Certified Validation Instructor Brandi Valdez

TUESDAY, JAN 14TH 1:30 - 2:30 PM TUESDAY, FEB 11TH 1:30 - 2:30 PM Montrose Library Meeting Room 320 S 2nd Street, Montrose CO 81401 RSVP to Debra at dhayre@voa.org or (970) 249-9634 Attend one of the seminars to learn about signs and stages of dementia and memory loss, strategies for coping and communication and planning for the future.

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