Prime - August 2014

rime P August 2014 In this issue: The Livingston Twins pg. 3 Cycling As A Hobby pg. 5 Bringing Clean Water To The World

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Contents:

The Livingston Twins. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 3 Five Montana Museums to Visit This Summer. . . . Page 4 Cycling As A Hobby. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 5 Recipe Box: Fresh From The Garden . . . . . . . . . . Page 6

A note from the editors

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Bringing Clean Water To The World. . . . . . . . . Page 10 Health Tips For Cycling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 13 Park County Senior Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 14 Three Rivers Senior Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 14 Manhattan Senior Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 15

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206 South Main Street, Livingston, Montana 59047 Fee: $10.00 per person, per year Greater Gallatin United Way funds in part: Belgrade Friendship Center, Galavan Transportation, Congregate Meals, Meals-On-Wheels for all Senior Centers in Gallatin County, HRDC Homemakers Program On the Cover Darrel Choate (front, center) and Gerry Gaston (front, left of Choate) sit for a photo with a group of people from three villages in remote Honduras earlier this year.

Choate and Gaston traveled to Honduras to evaluate a potential water project for Rotary. Photo courtesy of Darrel Choate.

Opposite Page Alma “Dickie” Foss and Alva “Happy” Carlson, known by many as the Livingston twins, will turn 92 years old in August. Photo by Erin Schattauer

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heir closet is full of On a recent summer morning, two of everything. the two women sat in the livMatching slacks, ing room area of the two-room blouses, sweaters. apartment they share in at the Even their jewelry comes in Frontier Assisted Living Facility in Livingston, dressed together pairs. in matching slacks, white sleeveEach day after rising, Alma less blouses and chain necklac“Dickie” Foss and Alva “Hap- es decorated with cranberry-colpy” Carlson pull on matching ored beads. When it came time outfits. This, they’re sure, is for a photo, for which they’re why people can identify them used to receiving requests, the as twins. Otherwise, Dickie women went to the closet they says, people might not be share and pulled out identical able to tell. cardigans, speckled in hues of But their signature style is sort cranberry, white and black. of an accident. At age 91, they This hasn’t always been the sisdon’t shop together or order the ters’ routine. same clothes from a magazine or a website. Instead, they sim- Born Aug. 17, 1922 in Big ply receive gifts from Happy’s Sandy, they were the youngest children who send their mother of seven children. and aunt two of each garment. With both of their parents mov-

ing to the United States from Germany, for the first seven years of their lives, the twins spoke German at home. They learned English when they went to school.

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By ERIN SCHATTAUER

were happy.

They attended Saturday night dances where money was collected to pay the band and women brought food to share potluck-style.

As young girls, they worked “I still dance once in awhile at “like boys” on the family’s the senior center,” Dickie said. farm.

Western music is her prefer“We had to take our cattle to ence. the Missouri River for water ev- When they graduated high ery day and back again. Horse- school in 1941, the girls went back. I should be bowlegged, their separate ways. Happy but I’m not,” Dickie says with a worked at a restaurant. Dickie laugh. cared for a little boy, working

Details of their youth are fresh for his family for $15 a month. in Dickie’s mind. Where Happy Dickie was married in 1942 sometimes forgets, her sister is and Happy in 1943. quick to fill in the blanks.

Over the years, they have held They rode a horse eight miles numerous jobs between them to school, worked hard and – at restaurants, stores, caring {Continued on page 12)

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Five Montana Museums

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To Explore This Summer

hough summer is halfway over, there are still plenty of activities to attend in and around the Gallatin Valley. From festivals and fairs to music and art events, Montana has no shortage of things to do or see.

One activity to consider during the remaining weeks of summer is a day trip to a museum. Montana is home to a number of different museums, including some that are lesserknown to many.

The Chronicle visited with Susan Buhr, marketing coordinator for the Montana Office of Tourism, to develop a list of five museums within a day trip distance of Bozeman that may be lesser-known, but are definitely worth a visit.

The American Computer Museum

This museum, located at 2023 Stadium Drive in Bozeman, features the history of computing and communications.

By TIFFANY JERRY

The museum is located at 118 West Chinook in Livingston.

Admission is $5 for adults, $4 for seniors and free for kids 18 and younger. The museum The museum is open from 10 is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. a.m. to 4 p.m. seven days a seven days a week from Mayweek, through August and September and Thursday-Satfrom noon to 4 p.m. Tues- urday from October-May. day-Sunday from September www.yellowstonegatethrough May. Admission is Visit free; donations are accepted. waymuseum.org for more information.

Visit www.compustory.com for more information.

“This is a unique collection of items that you won’t find anywhere else in Montana,” Buhr said.

Yellowstone Gateway Museum of Park County

According to the museum website, this museum includes approximately 50,000 items in collections that cover a human time range of over 12,000 years. The museum covers four categories including pioneers, transportation, expeditions and native cultures, interpreting the “fascinating and broad history of Park County and the surrounding area, including its connection to Yellowstone National Park.

Bair Family Museum

2751 Montana Highway 294 in Martinsdale, Mont. Admission is $5 for adults, $3 for seniors age 62 and up, $2 for kids age 6-16 and free for kids under age five. It is open seven days a week, Memorial Day through Labor Day from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Labor Day through October, Wednesday-Sunday (same hours). The last tour each day begins at 4 p.m.

Visit www.bairfamilymuseum. org for more information.

According to Buhr, the Bair Family Museum “is a great museum for finding the unexpected.”

World Museum of Mining

The museum is located at

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As stated on its website, “the mission of the World Museum “It is a very scenic drive to this of Mining is to preserve the ranch that was once one of rich historical legacy of minthe largest sheep operations ing and the related culture in the U.S.,” Buhr said. “The of Butte, Mont. and the surBairs gathered a fantastic col- rounding region.” lection of artwork, European antiques and Chinese porce- “Where else in Montana can you see glowing rocks under ullain.” traviolet light, wander along the Exhibitions include the Bair boardwalks of an 1890 mining home, Western art, the Native town and take an underground American Collection, European tour of an actual mine,” Buhr asked. “In Butte, home to the and American art and more. richest hill on Earth.”

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Cycling As

A Hobby

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By ERIN SCHATTAUER

lice Thompson has been cycling since the 1980s.

She used to do longer trips, like The Register’s Annual Great Bicycle Ride Across Iowa, a seven-day bike race across the state.

bike, because you can go see more stuff and see the world a little better than just walking or running.”

The first thing is to find the bike.

“The key thing is to just find a bike that’s suitable for you, not Now in her early 70s, Thomp- just for your needs but for your son still rides, mostly now body type as well,” said Brad around the neighborhood or Deats, a mechanic and sales on short trips. She’s planning associate at the Gear Wizard, a trip this winter that will take formerly Bike Peddler, in Bozeher to Key West, Florida for man. rides of 35 to 45 miles per Most bikes fall into two main day. categories: mountain and “I just do it for fun. Not re- road. ally for fitness, but it helps,” Road bikes have skinnier tires Thompson said. and this type of cycling gives As those who cycle will attest, the rider a full cardio workout. it’s something that has many Mountain biking incorporates benefits. more upper body work as well “It’s the most fun way to get as cardio, and is an all-around your heart pumping really,” workout. said Jackson Stone, a sales associate at Owenhouse Bicycling & Fitness in downtown Bozeman. “There’s no better way to get in shape than on a

“We also have a whole lot of recreation bikes for everything in between,” Stone said.

Establishing

good,

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healthy

Photo credit: Mike Greener Chronicle file photo

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Recipe Box

Fresh From The Garden Add nutritional value to meals with fresh vegetables

By TIFFANY JERRY Health-ified Homemade Buttermilk Ranch Dressing

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eals prepared using vegetables fresh from the garden are a welcome treat for many during the summer months. From juicy, red tomatoes to crisp, green leaves of lettuce, vegetables add a freshness and color, as well as nutritional value to the meal.

According to Lindsay Kordick, a registered dietitian and ACSM Health Fitness Specialist in Bozeman, vegetables provide a number of health benefits.

“All vegetables are a good source of fiber, which can help regulate the gastrointestinal system, lower cholesterol and also help you to feel fuller longer,” Kordick said.

“Vegetables contain a variety of vitamins and phytonutrients that help with every process in your body. In our valley, we can readily grow many vegetables, but tomatoes and zucchini are especially prevalent in many people’s gardens. Tomatoes are a great source

Beet Salsa Recipes and photos courtesy of Lindsay Kordick; from her blog; Eighty Twenty www.eat8020.com

of lycopene, which is a powerful antioxidant. Zucchini squash also contains antioxidants such as betacarotene and lutein.”

Another good choice is beets.

Kordick said beets are “a great source of potassium and folate.”

“They can be grilled, roasted or lightly steamed and chopped to make a salsa,” Kordick said.

“And no need to worry about peeling them and staining your hands. Leave the peel on when grilling or roasting them for extra fiber.”

While vegetables are available in many forms including fresh, canned and frozen, Kordick said there are benefits that come with selecting fresh garden vegetables rather than those that come in a can.

“I encourage people to be cautious about consuming canned vegetables because of their sodium content,” Kordick said.

Frozen vegetables however, offer a good source of nutrients.

“Frozen vegetables can actually be more ‘fresh’ than the fresh found at a grocery store because they are typically picked and frozen quickly, preserving more of the nutrient value until it reaches your plate.”

When it comes to serving size, Kordick said the daily recommended amount of fruits and vegetables is a minimum of five servings per day. She said a serving is typically one cup of raw vegetables or onehalf of a cup of cooked. For fruits, a serving is one cup of fresh fruit.

“One cup is approximately the size of a baseball,” Kordick said.

To achieve different flavors and textures with vegetables, Kordick recommends preparing them in a variety of ways. Additionally, she suggests making dressing at home to create interesting salads.

“I also encourage people to put

their salad into a plastic Ziploc bag, add a small amount of dressing and ‘toss’ their salad to incorporate the dressing throughout,” Kordick said.

“This way, you may end up using less dressing but still get the flavor on each bite that you take.”

Two new recipes to try out this summer include Kordick’s beet salsa and her homemade buttermilk ranch dressing.

Lindsay Kordick has been a registered dietician with Bozeman Deaconess Hospital for nearly four years. She is also an ACSM Health Fitness Specialist and writes a blog featuring recipes based on her 80/20 principle - eating wholesome, healthy meals 80 percent of the time and indulging a bit 20 percent of the time.

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Beet Salsa Serves 4-6

3 medium beets, peeled and cut into

Health-ified Homemade Buttermilk Ranch Dressing Serves 6

small cubes

1 cup low fat buttermilk

1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely

2/3 cup light sour cream

chopped 1/2 red onion, chopped 1/2 cup cilantro, finely chopped 2 1/2 Tbsp lime juice 2 tsp honey 1/2 tsp salt Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Submerge beets to blanch for 4-5 minutes.

Remove and strain into a large colander and rinse immediately with cold water.

Allow to drain for 5-10 minutes.

Place beets into a large bowl and add jalapeno, red onion, and cilantro. In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, honey and salt. Add liquid mixture to beet mixture and fold to combine.

Refrigerate for 30 minutes prior to serving.

Nutrition Info per 1/4 cup: 40 calories, 0 g fat, 1 g protein, 8 g carbohydrates, 1.5 g fiber

1/4 cup champagne vinegar 2 Tbsp chopped fresh chives 1 1/2 Tbsp chopped fresh dill 1/2 tsp garlic powder 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 tsp celery salt 1/2 tsp celery seed 1 tsp fresh parsley, chopped finely 1/4 tsp fresh thyme, chopped 1/4 tsp fresh ground black pepper 1/2 tsp fresh rosemary, chopped Whisk together all ingredients in a large glass container. Refrigerate until serving. Will keep for ~ 1 week sealed in refrigerator.

Nutrition Info per 2 Tbsp: 20 calories, 1 g fat, 1 g protein, 1.4 g carbohydrates

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Five Montana Museums To Explore This Summer Continued from page 4

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and hay are raised as they were in the 1850s.

Located at 155 Museum Way in Butte, Mont., the museum is open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., seven days a week, from AprilOctober. Underground mine tours are available SaturdayThursday at 10:30 a.m., 12:30 and 3 p.m. Friday tours are at 10:30 a.m., 12:30, 2 and 4 p.m. Admission is $8.50 for adults, $7.50 for seniors age 65 and older, $6 for students age 13-18, $3 for children age 5-12 and free for kids under age five.

“This 1,500-acre ranch was, at one time, one of the largest cattle ranges in the U.S., ranging from Canada to Mexico,” Buhr said.

As stated on the National Park Service website, the GrantKohrs Ranch National Historic Site “commemorates the role of cattlemen in American history.” The site includes a visitor’s center, guided tours, and walking trails as well as cows, horses and chickens “always present to educate, entertain and enjoy.”

For more information, visit The site is open daily from 9 www.miningmuseum.org. a.m. to 5:30 p.m. from Memorial Day through Labor Day and from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. during the rest of the year. The site is closed on Thanksgiving According to Buhr, this free Day, Christmas Day and New national historic site, located Year’s Day. at 266 Warren Lane in Deer Visit www.nps.gov/grko for Lodge, Mont., is a working more information. ranch museum where cattle

Grant-Kohrs Ranch National Historic Site

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Cycling As A Hobby August, 2014

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ter tires, offer. While they’re de- “It’s almost crazy not to wear

core muscles is important for

around town, he said, with a

cycling.

crank center ahead of the sad- signed for snow and sand, they dle that allows the rider to al- also offer a smoother ride with

“Posture is really important to

one,” Deats said.

Riders who plan to ride some-

most push forward on the ped-

a lot of traction, Stone said.

comfortable ride, Deats said.

many people,” Stone said.

Whether on the street or on a

Used bikes can be found for

That is a light-weight bike good

Some people also enjoy the ride trail, wearing a helmet is al-

around $100. New bikes typical-

keep your shoulders from slump-

where and leave their bikes als instead of pushing down, he “If you find a bike that fits well ing down,” Deats said. may also consider a bike lock. explained. and is comfortable you’re more Bikers can sometimes experiStone recommends padded A popular bike at Owenhouse apt to hop on and go,” Deats ence neck and back pain from shorts for comfort. Some riders is the Giant Sedona DX, a said. hunching over, but some bikes, cruiser mountain bike mix that After the bike, there are a cou- also like to have a bell to warn like the Fuji Barnebey, have offers more upright seating and ple more things that are recom- pedestrians they’re coming and a light set for nighttime rides. more upright seating for a more is “comfort bike of choice for mended.

for gravel paths and streets that the fat bikes, those with fat-

ways recommended.

ly start at around $350-$400.

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Bringing Clean Water To The World

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By TIFFANY JERRY

Darrel Choate stands next to a water filter donated by U.S. firms in Haiti in 2010. Photo courtesy of Darrel Choate.

t started with a mission “Water is one of the primary things that Rotary likes to suptrip to Honduras.

Darrel Choate had trav- port so it seemed like a natural eled there to take part thing that I get involved with Roin a well-drilling project that tary,” Choate said. would bring clean water to a Over the last several years, as a member of Rotary, Choate has community in need.

“I just really was enamored with helped to organize clean water it,” Choate said. “And it kept projects in Honduras and Haiti.

He said though Rotary provides going from there.” mostly financial support for the That was nearly 10 years projects, he has traveled to ago. Today, Choate continues both countries to assess project to help bring clean water to feasibility and worthiness and the people of the world and has seen firsthand the water said that for him, water has that people are drinking. become a passion.

“There are a billion people on After his initial trip to Honduras, our planet that don’t have drinkChoate, now 70, joined Rotary ing water,” Choate said. “In in Bozeman.

Montana, especially in Bozeman, when you live on the confluence of two or three major rivers, it’s kind of hard to conceive that. But I go to Haiti and Honduras and I see children drinking out of streams that the cows are also defecating in.”

According to Choate, the Rotary projects provide clean water in one of three ways – drilling wells for communities, building community water filters that use a sand filtration system, or bringing in sand filtration boxes that provide drinking water for a family. He said the sand filtration systems remove about 99 percent of the pathogens from

the water, making it “pretty drinkable.”

In addition to supporting clean water projects, Choate said Rotary also provides hygiene training.

“Hygiene training is everything your mother taught you before you were five years old,” Choate said.

In countries where clean water is unavailable, Choate said people’s hands “never get cleaned up.” Once they receive clean water, community members can then learn about proper hygiene.

“We’ve actually taught the locals to teach it,” Choate said.

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“It doesn’t really work if I teach it or if you teach it, so we teach the locals, especially the women who have to tend to the sick children. They are really enamored by this whole process because they immediately see that their children aren’t as sick.”

ter and that their kids aren’t nearly as sick.”

Choate recently returned from a trip to Honduras where he was evaluating a possible project that would transport water from a spring. He said currently, contacts in Honduras are evaluating the questions Rotary has about the project.

Choate received degrees from both the University of Montana and the University of Washington before going to work for Boeing. Employed as a system engineering manager, Choate said he was not in the airplane business, but worked on projects that were space and missile systems.

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Though Choate has devoted time during the last decade to working on clean water projects, prior that, he spent 25 years employed by the Boeing Company.

“We don’t want to support a project that runs for a year and a half and then breaks and then “I was the system engineering they need another portion of manager that helped launch the XM radio satellites,” Chomoney to fix it,” Choate said. ate said. “It was the Russians, Overall, Choate said the rethe Ukrainians, the Norwesponse to the clean water projgians, the English and us ects is positive. working on the project and I “They’re very enthusiastic was one of the coordinators about you being there and of that. The project was called raising money for them be- Sea Launch and the reason it cause you are helping them was called that is that we litsolve their problem,” Choate erally went out in the middle said. “The very few natives of the ocean, about 500 miles that I’ve ever talked to through south of Hawaii with a giant translators, they’re just thrilled rig and launched the satelthat they have the clean wa- lites off the rig. That’s where

They are really enamored by this whole process because they immediately see that their children aren’t as sick.”

Two Haitian girls take a moment to pose for a photo. Photo courtesy of Darrel Choate.

the Norwegians came in, they In addition to working on the had the rig.” clean water projects through Choate also worked on the Rotary, Choate said he is Apollo program “for just a also involved in outreach prolittle while,” President Rea- grams through his church, and gan’s “Star Wars” project, he and his wife both worked and various other projects for several years in the comthat were deemed “classi- munity with their two certified fied” at the time. therapy dogs.

After 25 years of employment He said both he and Robin befor Boeing in the Seattle area, lieve it is important to give back Choate retired in 1999. Sevto the community. eral years later, Choate and his wife, Robin, returned to “I’ve been so blessed in my life Montana and settled in Boze- that I just feel like I should give man. The couple has been back,” Choate said. “My wife’s married for 48 years. They the same way – we both like to have two children and three give back. We’ve both been so blessed in our lives.” grandchildren.

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The Livingston Twins

for children and running businesses. They never had trouble finding employment. They were happy to work and can’t say they ever wanted for anything.

After all, Dickie is quick to point out, money isn’t really that important.

The pictures on their walls show what they do consider important – family, friends, adventures.

Snapshots of a two long lives well-lived fill a wall in the sisters’ sitting room. Dickie on a recent fishing trip to catch perch with family. A black-and-white photo of the twins when they were girls. A cluster of photos of all the sets of twins in their family;

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there are 10 pairs total, count- en found their way back under Waiting for Happy in the halling Dickie and Happy. one roof. way, Dickie readies her sister’s Two of Happy’s four children In 2006 when Dickie’s husband walker. When Happy joins make up one of the 10 pairs of died, she moved in with Hap- her, they take a chair lift to the ground level where the dining twins. py. hall is. Even this small journey Happy remained in Montana Being the twins of Livingston is is one of joy, the sisters joking as a young woman, living in their current adventure. A trip and laughing about the details Havre and raising her chil- to the store often results in a of their day, the mechanical lift dren, while also running a dry request for a photo. The ladies that takes them to their lunch, cleaning company. Meanwhile, are happy to oblige. Tourists smiling as they arrive at their Dickie and her husband, John, are keen on them too, not hesi- destination. moved to Alaska for six years tant to ask for their picture. where they worked, hunted The women move in cadence As the twins approach their and fished. They would move together. They rally from their 92nd birthday this August, full more, eventually landing back chairs, pull on their matching smiles on their faces and easily roused chuckles in their throats, in Montana. cardigans and head out into it’s easy to imagine them naviThe two women worked, raised the hallway for the trek down- gating life, whether together or children and just lived life. After stairs for lunch. separate, moving in rhythm. their husbands died, the wom-

Health Tips For Cycling

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ike any activity, cycling the lower limbs. Keeping ankles tobrings with it the possibility gether, open legs like clam while of injury. keeping other muscles stationary.

According to the National Institutes Cyclists may also want to perform of Health, finding the proper fit for this movement by keeping legs straight, since their legs are at an a bicycle is a good first step. angle while cycling.

Experts also recommend cyclists always wear helmets to help protect Bird dog Kneel on all fours. Extend the left them from injury.

Ed Davila, fitness director of the arm, pointing the thumb to the ceilRidge Athletic Club identified some ing and extend right leg at the same common injuries that can develop time. Hold then return to kneeling over time and suggested some on all fours. Then, extend right arm stretches and exercises geared to- and left leg. Hold. Alternate.

Repeat these movements for two Because cyclists are in a seated, sets of 10 to 15 repetitions. These hunched position for long periods can be done two to three times per of time, their posture could be af- week. fected and some can develop hip Davila also stressed the importance dysfunction. This seated position of a strong core to help build trunk could also lead to lower back pain stability and help prevent injury. or general tightness, he said.

“Because the core is the central hub ward cyclists.

One strategy that may be beneficial for cyclists is to strengthen the gluteal muscles and stretch the hip flexors.

Some basic exercises Davila recommended include: Pelvic bridges Put soles of feet on ground, bend knees and push hips up to form a bridge. Align shoulders, knees and hips. Hold that position for 5 to 10 seconds. Return hips to floor.

of our body, it’s good to have good core strength, because everything extends from this,” Davila said.

A foam roller can also be a good tool to use on knots that develop in tight muscles.

Neck and shoulder stretches are also suggested for cyclists who tend to experience tightness in those areas from hunching forward while on their bikes.

Cycling can be a beneficial form of exercise because it builds endurClam shell ance and is good for heart function, Lie on one side with legs bent in muscle function weight managea 45-degree angle, legs on top of ment and strengthening the lower each other, creating a zigzag with legs, Davila said.

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Three Rivers Senior Citizens Club ■ The Three Rivers Senior Citizens Club (in Three Forks) is an enjoyable place to come

for lunch. We serve a complete, balanced, delicious meal every Tuesday and Thursday.

We usually serve over 30 people, and sometimes as many as 50! After lunch, interested folks play cards, and on Thursdays, we also play Bingo. People in the community are also welcome to come to eat and play, or just to eat, or just to play (at about 12:30). On Wednesdays at 1:00, ladies play Pinochle. On the first Thursday of each month, we are offered free blood pressure testing. On the second or third Thursday, we have a beautiful birthday cake to celebrate all that month’s birthdays ■ Beginning July 1st the meal costs $3.50 for folks 60 or over, or $6.00 for those too young (usually being too young is a good thing). We request that reservations be made one day in advance by calling 285-3235 and leaving a message on the answering machine.

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Three Forks and surrounding area. Call for information to arrange this service.

■ Some days we have musical entertainment or speakers on various topics after lunch.

■ Folks 50 years old or more may join the Three Rivers Senior Citizen Club. Pick up an

application at the Senior Center. Dues for 2012 are $10.00, which covers our operating budget.

■ On the first and third Sundays of each month, we open the Center from 1:00 to 5:00 for

cards, Scrabble, or whatever games a person wants to play.

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thursdays

JUN 24 - Soup and Salad

JUN 26 - Breakfast Burritos

jul 1 - Pork Roast

jul 3 - Hamburgers & Hot Dogs

jul 8 - Ham & Scalloped Potatoes

jul 10 - Pork Chops

jul 15 - Reuben Sandwiches

jul 17 - Spaghetti

jul 22 - Tuna Casserole

jul 24 - Polish Sausage

jul 29 - Hamburger Pie

jul 31 - BBQ Ribs

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Manhattan Senior Center Park County Senior Center ■ Important Dates: Pinochle is played every Tuesday & Thursday after lunch ■ What happening at the Manhattan Senior Center: The Manhattan Senior Center

serves dinner every Tuesday & Thursday. Please call 284-6501 before 10am for reservations. You can call anytime Monday-Friday and leave a message. We will be glad to put you on our dinner list.

■ Did you Know: The Manhattan Senior Center has the hall and kitchen available for

rental. This can be used for anniversaries, birthdays, wedding receptions, and family reunions.

■ Rental Fees: $35 Hall Rental, $50 Kitchen & Hall Rental, $25 Cleaning Deposit refund-

able after event is finished, $10 Key Deposit Call Susan at the Manhattan Senior Center at 284-6501 for more details.

206 South Main Street, Livingston Montana, 59047 • www.parkcountyseniorcenter.org

■ BOB LANDIS, EMMY AWARD-WINNING CINEMATOGRAPHER –

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 27TH Two time Emmy Award-winning cinematographer Bob Landis will showcase his stunning footage from Yellowstone National Park at The Park County Senior Center in Livingston on Wednesday August 27th at 6:30pm. Recording incredible wildlife behavior on movie film and high definition video is the hallmark of Bob Landis’ films which have been aired on National Geographic Television, PBS and Nature. See wolves, coyotes, elk, bison, bear, otters and other elusive species in action and hear about the dedication and perseverence it takes to find and film these animals in the wild. The event is free and open to the public. The Park County Senior Center is a non-profit whose endeavors support a balanced and well-connected life for all citizens. For more information, please contact The PCSC at 333-2276 or email heather.seniorcenter@gmail.com. ■ PCSC runs the Fix-It Brigade, a free program that organizes volunteers to assist seniors with small home repairs and fix-it projects so taht they can safely remain in their homes longer.

■ Menu: Please contact the Manhattan Senior Center for this month’s menu

selections–406-284-6501. A $3.50 per person donation is suggested for individuals

■ PHOTO BOOTH & MICROBREW FOR THE LIVINGSTON HOOT, THURSDAY

over age 60, $6.00 for persons under age 60.

AUGUST 7TH

P.O. Box 5 • Manhattan, MT 59741

The Park County Senior Center and its Mainstreeter Thrift Store will participate in the first Livingston Hoot celebration called “The Fish Walk” on August 7th. The Center will have refreshments for sale, including a stellar IPA, and a super groovy, HOOT-worthy photo booth replete with costumery, props and fun for the whole family! The Fish Walk is a free community event in downtown Livingston that will feature music from Grammy Award-winning artist Rodney Crowell, yummy street food by local restaurants, and dancing in the closed-off streets! The celebration coincides with The International Fly Fishing Federation’s 2014 convention in Livingston. Photo booth and refreshment sales at the Park County Senior Center benefit their endeavors to support a well-balanced and connected life for all citizens. In front of the Mainstreeter Thrift Store, 206 South Main, 5:30 pm – 9:30pm. For more information, contact The Park County Senior Center at 333-2276 or email heather. seniorcenter@gmail.com

Hollowtop Senior Citizens ■ Serving Harrison, Pony, Norris, & Surrounding areas

Dues: $5.00 year • Meals: $3.50 members • $5.00 guests Dinner: Monday 10/1–5/24 • Wednesday All Year • 12 Noon ■ Pinochle, Puzzles, Games before & after ■ Lending Library, Medical Equipment Lending Room ■ Bus to Butte & Bozeman on Week 1, 2, & 3 • NEW Bus Driver Pat Gooding • 685-3448

Menu

Pony, MT 59747 • 685-3323 • 685-3494

Monday’s &Wednesday’s

please call for menu

Bozeman Lions CLuB Drop off your prescription and non-prescription eye glasses and dark glasses, as well as hearing aids and cell phones in the collection boxes at the Bozeman senior Center, the manhattan senior Center and the Three Rivers senior Citizens Club in Three Forks

For more information, contact Richard Reiley at

406-388-7840

Visit us on the web at http://e-clubhouse.org/sites/bozemanmt

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Belgrade Senior Center

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We would like to extend heartfelt appreciation to Les Kolste, Peggy Smith, and Fran Maulding for all the significant contributions made to the Belgrade Senior Center Board of Directors. You will all be greatly missed, but wish you the best of luck in the future and hope to continue to see you here at the Senior Center.

We would like to welcome and introduce our new Board of Directors, Joann Wattier, Rosalea Abelin, Lois Blasberg, Marvin Brown, Don Walters, Mike Schiff, Jim Allbright, Dennis Flath, Jerry Honkanen and Rick Keller.

■ SPECIAL DAYS AHEAD IN AUGUST - FRIDAY, AUGUST 1 - WEAR PURPLE DAY - WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 6 - WEAR YOUR FAVORITE TIE DAY - WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 13 - BRING A FRIEND TO LUNCH DAY - TUESDAY, AUGUST 19 - WEAR YOUR FAVORITE T-SHIRT DAY - THURSDAY, AUGUST 21 – BRING A BABY PICTURE OF YOU AND SEE IF ANYONE RECOGNIZES YOU - TUESDAY, AUGUST 26 - DRESS IN YOUR FAVORITE WESTERN OUTFIT. ■ WALKING PROGRAM - Tuesday, August 5, 8:45 meet at the Senior Center to carpool to Grotto Falls Trail – 2.5 miles round trip, 1 ¼ hr, elevation is 250 ft.

■ Tuesday, August 12, 8:45 meet at Senior Center to carpool to the Painted Hills Trail- 2.5 miles round trip, 1 hour and level. Driving directions – Main street at east end of Bozeman, dive south on South Church Ave. to Kagy Boulevard.

Turn left on Kagy Blvd and drive0.9

■ Address: 92 East Cameron Ave. Phone: (406) 388-4711 ■ Email: belgradesrcntr@bresnan.net Executive Director: Shannon Bondy ■ Activities Coordinator: JoAnn Hermance ■

miles to the trailhead parking area on the right.

picture of yourself to share and see if we recognize you.

■ Tuesday, August 19, Palisade Falls Trail, 1.2 miles round trip, elevation 250 feet. Meet at Senior Center at 8:45 to carpool to the Palisade Falls Trail.

■ CINNAMON ROLL SALE: Thursday, August 21, – Come and purchase a freshly baked cinnamon roll and have a cup of coffee for $1.25.

■ CLOGGING – Tuesdays, August 5, 12, 19 & 26 - 3:30 p.m. - Come and enjoy an hour with Lori. A great cardio workout along with lots of fun.

■ RED ROCKERS! Red Rockers Luncheon: Tuesday, August 13, 11:30 a.m. – Garden Café in Manhattan. Enjoy lunch and have fun with other gals each month during the Red Hat luncheon. All new members are welcome. Call 388-4711 for more information or to sign up.

■ Bingo on Wednesdays!!!

“Big Buck Bingo”: Wednesday, August 7, 14, 21 & 28 – 1:00 p.m.

- Bring $$’s and play Bingo to win more money. Buy in is $1/card, which is split for the five games played; Blackout is $1/card, winner takes all!

■ Spaghetti Dinner: Friday, August 8, 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. – Bring your family to the Belgrade Senior Center on the 2nd Friday of each month for a spaghetti dinner complete with a salad, garlic bread and a dessert for only $6.00 a person, kids under 8 only $3.50.

The spaghetti dinner is open to the public and walk-ins are always welcome! PLEASE NOTE THIS IS NOT AN ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT MEAL! ■ WESTERN DAY LUNCH: August 26, 12:00 Noon - Dress in your favorite western outfit.

■ BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION: Thursday, August 21, 12:00 Noon - Any Belgrade Senior Center member with a birthday in August will receive a free lunch. Come share your special day and have your picture taken for our birthday board. Don’t forget to bring a baby

■ Shrimp/Fish Fry: Friday, August 16, 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. – Open to the Public! No reservations required!

Bring the family to the Belgrade Senior Center on the 3rd Friday of every month for the fish fry dinner.

Adults $10.00 and Children 8 and younger $5.00.

■ TOUR ALPACAS OF MONTANA – Thursday, August 28, please meet us at at Senior Center at 9:30 a.m. tour begins at 10:00 a.m. Please sign-up so we know how many will be going to carpool.

■ Monthly Board Meeting: Monday, August 25th, at 1:00 p.m.

– Members are welcome to attend and bring your questions and suggestions.

a week from 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

- enjoy gifts all of natures and variety!!!

■ Our Library is open – 5 days a week from 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. We have a wide variety of books and authors including paper back, hard back and vintage books.

Open to the public.

■ GREETING CARDS FOR ALL OCCASIONS - Don’t pay high prices for that special greeting card; choose from our large selection and pay 25 cents per card.

EDUCATIONAL Services BOB ROSS OIL PAINTING CLASS Monday, August 4, 12:45 – 5:00 p.m. - Don Dixon teaches the class offering a different picture every month – Cost is $45 or $65 if you purchase supplies from him. YOU MUST CALL TO SIGN-UP AT 3884711.

Computer Classes – Pre-Registration is required for Thursday classes in SEPTEMBER. Call 388-47ll to register for a beginners computer classes. Classes are $5/month with a $12 Belgrade Senior Center membership. Bring your own laptop if you have one. If anyone is interested in learning how to operate an IPAD – Please call JoAnn – 388-4711.

■ FREE MASSAGE – Thursday, August 14. and Tuesdays, August 19 & 26 – 9:00 a.m. – 101:00 a.m. – Please call to sign up for a relaxing foot or chair massage by Peggy Byrde.

Support Services Hearing Aid Maintenance 1st Tuesday of the month, during a full week

■ GIFT SHOP IS OPEN – 5 days

Blood Pressure Checks Tuesday, August 5, 12:30 p.m.

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Belgrade August Events Schedule Thursday: August 14, 12:30 p.m.

Wednesday, August 27 & 28, 12:30 p.m.

Ongoing Activities & Services Exercise & Strength Training Monday, Wednesday & Friday9:00 a.m.

Walking Program – Tuesdays – 9:00 a.m.

Bingo – Wednesdays – 1:00 p.m.

Clogging– Tuesdays – 3:30 p.m.

Pinochle/Card Games - Thursdays 9:00 a.m. – Fridays – 12:30 p.m.

Blood Pressure Checks – 1st Tuesday of the month, 3rd & 4th Wednesday of the month and 2nd Thursday of each month12:30 p.m.

Cinnamon roll Sale – 3rd Thursday - 10:00 – 1:00 p.m.

Spaghetti Dinner – 2nd Friday – 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.

Shrimp / Fish Fry – 3rd Friday 5:00-7:00 p.m.

Nutrition Program Congregate Meals at center Monday through Friday, 12:00 Noon Meals-on-Wheels delivered Monday through Friday to homebound individuals Frozen Meals available for pickup at center Monday through Friday.

Call 388-4711 FREE Birthday Dinner Celebrations on Thursdays during the month of your birthday if you are a member of the Belgrade Senior Center.

august Menu 1 - 1- Cheeseburgers & Tater Tots 4 - Teriyaki Chicken & Rice Pilaf 5 - Chef Salad & Garlic Bread 6 - Gyros Pita & Macaroni & Cheese 7 - Pork Roast, Roasted Red Potatoes & Gravy

8 - Chicken Tenders & Pasta Salad 11 - Chicken Alfredo & Garlic Bread

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12 - Baked Cod & Rice 13 - Roast Beef, Mashed Potatoes & Gravy

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14 - BBQ Pulled Pork & Macaroni Salad 15 - Liver & Onions, Hash Browns & Gravy 18 - Meatloaf, Mashed Potatoes & Gravy –

State of South Dakota Day

19 - Baked Herb Chicken & Rice 20 - Beef Stronganoff 21 -Roast Turkey, Mashed Potatoes & Gravy

Birthday Lunch

22 - Taco Salad & Corn Chips 25 - Chicken Enchiladas & Tomato

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Bozeman Senior Center

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Address: 807 North Tracy ■ Phone: (406) 586-2421 ■ Web: www.montanaseniorcenter.org ■ Email: judy_srctr@bresnan.net (Executive Director) ■ Email: emily_srctr@bresnan.net (Associate Director)

■ USDA Farmer’s Market Coupons are here. If you are over

Are your roots in D.C? If you were born or ever lived in Washing-

the age of 60, living in Gallatin County, and meet income guide-

ton D.C., we will treat you to lunch on this day! We will also share

lines, you may qualify to get $50.00 in coupons, free, to use at

fun facts.

Farmer’s Markets in Gallatin County, MT. These coupons can be used ONLY to purchase fresh Montana grown produce. One person household: under $1799.00 a month. Two person household: under $2425.00 a month. Fill out your application at the Bozeman Senior Center. Great program, delicious produce.

■ It is Summertime & Root Beer Float time, too. Wednes-

ary at Senior Center front desk.

■ NEW ORLEANS HOLIDAY: Dec. 7 - 11, 2014. Stay 4 nights in the French Quarter. Includes a steamboat cruise on the Missis-

■ Portraits in Oil. We are looking for anyone who is interested

sippi River, dinner at the New Orleans School of Cooking, a visit

in joining the Portraits in Oil Class. An on-going class meets from

to Oak Alley Plantation, and the spectacular holiday Festival of

9am-12pm on Friday mornings. If you are interested in learning

Lights. Cost $1799.00 per person, double occupancy. Includes

portraits in oil, a second class will begin. Please call the center if

air fare, too. A deposit of $490.00 is due now.

you are interested in taking this class (586-2421).

■ Heart Mountain Interpretive Center: Thursday September

■ New Pottery Class coming in September! JK Moyles Pottery

4. Bus leaves at 9am. Travel by Karst Stage to Heart Mountain

will provide an introduction to pottery class on Friday Septem-

in Northern Wyoming (close to Powell). This was an internment

ber 12 & 19 from 1pm-3pm. The first session will cover hand

camp for over 13,000 people from 1942-1945. It became the

building & the second session will cover glazing. The instructor

third largest city in Wyoming in just a few months. This is a great

■ Our center is looking for retired nurses (or current nurses!)

provides 5lbs of clay, all necessary tools, glazes, & 2 hours of

tour! Dinner in Billings at the Olive Garden or Red Lobster. Cost:

who are interested in helping at our monthly foot clinic. This is a

instruction/assistance. If you are interested in this class, please

$90.00/person.

great service to our senior population. The foot clinic is offered

call Emily at 586-2421.

day August 20 at 12:45pm: Join us for a free, refreshing Root Beer Float, served in the dining room. So join us for lunch that day and stay for root beer floats. See you there!

two Monday’s of each month. Please call 586-2421 with any questions.

■ JACKPOT TRIP: SEPT. 24-26, 2014: Save your dollars and

■ Golf Lessons will be offered through Bridger Creek Golf

get signed up to enjoy a fun Jackpot trip. Stay at Barton’s Club

Course. The schedule is as follows: (Thursday mornings) August

93. Travel on Karst Stage motorcoach. Cost: $155.00 per per-

■ The following groups are taking a summer break and will

28, September 4, 11, 18, & 25. Call the center (586-2421) to sign

son, double occupancy.

resume next month: Woodworker monthly meetings, Monday

up. Cost: $70.00/person.

evening Pancakes/Bingo, and the Forgetters & Friends. However, Forgetters & Friends are meeting for summer potlucks. Please call Mardella at 587-0076 for picnic plans & location.

■ A big thank you to those who participated in our very first Twin Day! It was a lot of fun!

■ Two Day Trip to Ft. Benton, Havre, and Great Falls: August

■ Reader’s Theatre Group: Geri-Actors. If you like to read and

12-13, 2014. Travel by Karst Stage motorcoach to Ft. Benton “The

use your imagination, join the Readers Theatre group at the

Birthplace of Montana” and of course, to see Shep, the faith-

Senior Center—the Last Best Geri-Actors. Join us each Friday at

ful dog. You will spend the night at the Best Western Motel in

1:00. Join the fun—no acting experience necessary.

Havre, see Ft. Assinibone, and the Havre Underground. Then on

■ Second Hand Rose Thrift Store: Our store is open for shop-

to Great Falls to see the Interpretive Center and Giant Springs.

Cost: $235.00/person, double occupancy (includes motel).

■ The Hiking Program: Just two months left of this enjoyable

ping from 10am-2pm, Monday-Friday. We would also like your

program! Join us each Tuesday until the end of September at

donations of clothes, household items, books, games, crafts, &

■ Caregiver Support Group. This support group meets

8:30am for an outdoor adventure with the Hiking Program. You

more. Bring it to the senior center anytime between 8:30am-

at Spring Creek Inn the 2nd & 4th Thursday at 4pm. Caring

can carpool to the trail site! A few remaining hikes include: Fairy

4:30pm, Monday-Friday. Also, tell your friends to bring their

for someone with Alzheimer’s disease can be physically and

Lake, Kirk Hill, & Hyalite Creek Trail. A complete schedule is avail-

items here, too. Thank You!

emotionally demanding. This support group will provide help

able at the Senior Center front desk.

■ Second Bus to Butte: Wednesday August 20. Great one day

and hope to families of those with Alzheimer’s disease or other related dementia.

■ The Walking Program: Each Thursday morning at 8:45am

trip. Enjoy a very informative trolley ride around Bute in the

meet us at the Senior Center ready to go on a fun walk. Again

morning. Lunch included at Sparkey’s. Then, enjoy the ride up to

■ Books: We welcome your books! Please clean out your book

you can car pool to the trail. A few remaining trails include: Will-

Lady of the Rockies in the afternoon. Cost: $80.00/person. Sign

supply and bring us previously enjoyed and gently used books.

son Historic District, Painted Hills, & Grotto Falls. This program

up today!

Book donations are accepted Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm.

continues through September.

■ NEW TRIP: TROPICAL COSTA RICA. Feb. 19-27, 2015. Nine

■ Meals-on-Wheels Needs Volunteers! Meals-on-Wheels is

■ Movie Afternoon: Tuesday August 12 at 1:00pm. Join us the

day trip featuring the capitol, San Jose, Monteverde Cloud

in need of volunteers to deliver meals in Bozeman. Volunteers

watch the film “Saving Mr. Banks”. Author P.L. Travers reflects on

Forest, Hanging Bridges, Lake Arenal Cruise, guided river boat

are asked to deliver meals one day a week on a permanent basis

her childhood after reluctantly meeting with Walt Disney, who

trip in a covered canoe to watch for wildlife including river

or as a substitute on an as needed basis. Meals leave the Center

seeks to adapt her Mary Poppins books for the big screen. The

turtles, exotic birds, rare butterflies, crocodiles and more. In-

at 10:30am; drivers are back in the Center by 12:00 noon. If you

movie stars Tom Hanks & Emma Thompson. Popcorn provided!

cludes air fare, motels, fourteen meals, and wonderful sightsee-

would like to volunteer, please call Sue, 586-2421.

■ State Day: District of Columbia. Thursday August 7 at noon.

ing. Cost: $2799.00 per person, double occupancy. Save $100.00 if you pay your deposit before August 19, 2014. Complete itiner-

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Bozeman August Events Schedule Services: Blood Profiles with the Medical Lab will be offered at the Bozeman Senior Center on Wednesday August 13 from 8am-10am. Please call the center to set up an appointment. 5862421 Computer Assistance with Jack, Paul, Jay, Molly, Andrew Merwin, & Sandra Merwin. We are happy to have such great volunteers to assist with computer help to our senior community. Please sign up for one-on-one instruction with these wonderful volunteers. Call 586-2421 for an appointment/more information.

Medical Equipment is available for those over the age of 50. Items such as walkers, wheelchairs, shower chairs/benches, crutches, etc. can be out on loan to you in time of need.

Driver Refresher Class: AARP Driver Safety Program. Call the Center at 586-2421 to sign up for the next class on Wednesday October 22.

Social: Pancakes/Bingo will resume next month: Monday September 15 at 5:30pm. Pancake Supper is $3.50, and is served at 5:30pm. Bingo to follow! Cash prizes.

Creative Writing group! Tuesday’s at 10:00am. Be sure to join the fun of writing your life story or writing creatively.

Oil Painting: The oil painting class will meet on Monday August 4th & 18th with instructor May Mace. The time to meet is 1:00pm. For more information contact Emily, 586-2421.

Cribbage Players! Tuesday’s at 1:00pm.

Book Club discussion will not meet in August.

Please come by on or after August 18 to pick up the book for September! Thank you.

The Red Hat ladies will meet on Tuesday August 12 at 11:30. The place to meet is the Fiesta Mexicana in Belgrade. The address is 6220 Jackrabbit Lane.

Ongoing Activities: Health and Exercise Program Mondays: 8:30am Strong Women, 9:00am Gentle Aerobics, 10:00am Core, 10:30am Aerobics Plus, 11:30am Beginning Yang Tai Chi, 2:00 Arthritis Fitness.

Tuesdays: 9:15am Aerobics Combo, 10:15am Tai Chi, 11:30am Gentle Tai Chi, 2:00 Arthritis Exercise.

Wednesdays: 8:30am Strong Women, 9:00 Silver Sneakers, 10:00 Core, 10:30am Aerobics Plus, 1:00pm Balance, 1:30pm Yoga Stretch.

Thursdays: 9:00 Yoga, 10:15am Tai Chi, 11:30am Gentle Tai Chi, 1:30 Stretching, 2:00 Arthritis Exercise.

Fridays: 8:30am Strong Women, 9:00am Silver Sneakers, 10:00am Core, 10:30am Aerobics Plus, 11:30am Beginning Yang Tai Chi, 2:00 Arthritis Exercise.

Foot Clinic by appointment call 586-2421 (3rd and 4th Mondays each month) Free blood pressure checks are done every Wednesday from 11:30am until 1:00pm

Social Activities Tuesdays and Thursdays Bingo at 1:00pm.

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4:00pm.

Woodworkers Meeting 1st Wednesday of every month 10:00am Wood Carvers 9:30am Mondays Bridge Wednesday and Friday at 12:45pm.

Duplicate Bridge – Mondays 12:30pm.

Watercolor Painting – 9:30am Wednesdays Creative Writing – 10:00am Tuesdays Scrabble – 10:00am Thursday’s Pinochle – 1:00pm Thursdays Cribbage - 1:00pm Tuesday’s Pancake Supper and Bingo – 3rd Monday of every month at 5:30 p.m. $3.50 Second Hand Rose Thrift Store Monday-Friday 10:00am - 2:00pm.

Educational Opportunities

Computer Room – open 8:30am – 4:00pm members only Computer One-On-One Help by appointment, please call 586-2421

Nutrition Services

Free Birthday Dinners celebrated on Wednesdays only!

Meals served in Center, Monday through Friday 12:00, Noon Meals-On-Wheels delivered Monday through Friday to home bound

Support Services Association for Blind Support Group – 2nd Thursday of each month at 1:30pm.

Forgetters & Friends – 2nd Wednesday at 1:00pm Caregiver Support Group - now meets at Spring Creek Inn on the 2nd & 4th Thursday of each month beginning at 4:00pm. Please call Spring Creek Inn for more information, 586-0074 Gallatin Valley Multiple Sclerosis Self Help - 3rd Wednesday September-May at 3:00pm. Contact Gretchen at 624-6161 with any questions.

Bozeman Senior Center Travel Department Complete itineraries for each trip are available at the Senior Center front desk.

Bozeman Senior Center 807 North Tracy, 586-2421 Email: judy_srctr@ bresnan.net Executive Director Email: emily_srctr@bresnan.net Associate Director www.montanaseniorcenter.org

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AUGUST Menu 1-J ello/Fruit, Swiss Steak, Mashed

Potatoes, Roasted Veggies, Ice Cream 4- Cottage Cheese, Baked Cod, Rice,

Roasted Veggies, Pudding 5- Applesauce, Pork Chops, Roasted

Potatoes, Carrots, Cobbler 6- Sweet Potato Salad, Ham, Scalloped

Potatoes, Green Beans, Cake 7- District of Columbia Day (state day).

Chili Dogs, Mac & Cheese,

Broccoli, Cherry Pie 8- Cinnamon Rolls. Fresh Fruit, Roast Beef,

Mashed Potatoes, Peas, Cookie 11- Fruit, Beef Tips, Noodles, Veggies,

Ice Cream 12- Oriental Slaw, Chicken Stir Fry, Egg Rolls, Cake 13- Carrot/Celery w/ Dip, Pork Loin,

Mashed Potatoes,

Carrots, Brownie 14- Cucumber Salad, Meatloaf, Baked

Potato, Green Beans, Cheese Cake 15- Coleslaw, Baked Cod, Rice, Veggies,

Bread Stick, Cake 18- Tomato/Cucumber, Spaghetti/Meat

Sauce, Garlic Bread, Broccoli,

Tapioca Pudding 19- Pickled Beets, Chef Salad, Bread Stick,

Cake 20- Cranberry Salad, Turkey, Mashed

Potatoes, Peas/Carrots,

Root Beer Floats 21- Carrot Salad, Pork Stir Fry, Egg Rolls,

Peach Bars 22- Corn & Bean Salad, Taco Salad Bar,

Spanish Rice, Corn Bread,

Strawberry Shortcake 25- Pasta Salad, Poppy Seed Chicken, Rice,

Broccoli, Cookie 26- Pea Salad, Roast Beef, Baked Potato, Green Beans, Sherbet 27- Fresh Fruit, Chicken Fried Steak, Hash

Browns, Biscuit, Corn, Cobbler 28- Mandarin/Grapefruit, Chicken Caesar

Salad, Bread Stick, Blondie 29- Applesauce, Pork Chops, Scalloped

Potatoes, Corn, Chocolate

Cream Pie Please make reservations for lunch so that we can have an adequate amount of food!

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Save the Date: Vintage Carnival – First Annual HRDC Fundraiser Friday, August 22nd at Rocky Creek Farms For more information, call Kristin at 585-4877 or visit www.thehrdc.org

American Cancer Society-Road to Recovery:

Heart of the Valley: Cats are in need of volunteers

Volunteers needed to drive patients receiving treatments from their homes to the Hospital. No set schedules. Only skill needed is your compassion.

to play, cuddle and socialize. Only skill needed is your compassion and love of cats.

Community Café: Brush up on your computer skills by

needed at the Information Desks to greet people and give directions at the Atrium and by The Perk each day from 8am – Noon and Noon – 4pm.

volunteering 2-3 hours at beginning and end of the month entering computer data into Excel spreadsheets.

Help Center: A volunteer who is computer literate and interested in entering data into a social services database. Also volunteers needed to make phone calls to different agencies/ programs to make sure database is up to date and make safety calls to home bound seniors.

Jessie Wilber Gallery @ The Emerson: Volunteers

Bozeman Deaconess Hospital: Volunteers are

Galavan: Volunteer drivers are needed M-F 10-2.

Volunteers need a Commercial Driver’s License and Galavan will assist you in obtaining one.

Belgrade Meals on Wheels: Deliver meals M-F to seniors.

Senior Groceries – Gallatin Valley Food Bank:

needed on Wednesday’s, Thursday’s, and Friday’s to greet people at the main desk, answer questions and keep track the number of visitors. Only requirement is enjoying people.

Deliver commodities to seniors in their homes once a month.

Deliveries in Belgrade are especially needed.

Sweet Pea Festival Aug 1st, 2nd & 3rd: Volunteers

Bozeman Senior Center Foot Clinic: Retired or

are needed to sell merchandise at Jacob’s Crossing July 28th31st, or help out by manning the admission gate, or help children with activities.

nearly retired nurses are urgently needed! Just 2 days a month either 4 or 8 hour shifts.

Sacks Thrift: Support the Help Center by volunteering at

Gallatin Valley Food Bank: Summer lunch program needs volunteers for a variety of duties including handing out lunches at Beall Park and Belgrade.

the thrift store. Volunteers needed for 2-3 hour shifts on any day (Monday – Saturday) 9:30am – 6:00pm in Bozeman and Belgrade locations.

Habitat for Humanity Restore: Volunteers needed for general help, sorting donations and assisting customers at the Belgrade store.

Belgrade Senior Center: Meals on Wheels needs substitute drivers. Delivery times are before Noon Monday – Friday.

Gallatin Rest Home: Volunteers wanted for visiting the

Befrienders: Befriend a senior; visit on a regular weekly

residents, perhaps sharing your knowledge of a craft, or playing cards or reading to a resident. Your compassion is the only requirement.

RSVP of Park County

Currently has the following opportunities: RSVP invites you to join us for a summer full of fun and friends as you give to your community. Sound Interesting ? Call us at 222-2281

Beautiful summertime and we always take advantage of it in Park County however you may want to add some exciting volunteer opportunities to your schedule. RSVP has a real variety of new volunteer placements.

The Fly Fishing Conclave is a huge event with a need for many volunteers in all areas from greeters, guides, children’s activities and more. August 4th through August 9th.

Museum of the Rockies: Variety of opportunities available.

RSVP Handcrafters: Join this group of crafters in quilting, knitting, crocheting & embroidering to make items like hats for chemo patients, baby blankets & other hand made goods for our community. Meet once a week (can work from home).

American Red Cross: Two volunteer opportunities available. Blood Drive Ambassador needed to welcome, greet, thank and provide overview for blood donors. Phone Team volunteers are needed to remind, recruit or thank blood donors. Excellent customer service skills needed. Training will be provided. Flexible schedule.

Big Brothers Big Sisters Mentors: Make a difference in the life of a child by being a positive role model for only a few hours each week.

Use Your Skills and Interests: Your unique skills and interests are needed for a variety of ongoing and one-time events. Please call to find out how we can match you with exactly the right volunteer situation to meet your needs. You dream about what you’d like to do volunteering and RSVP can make it happen!!

basis. Your interests will be matched to a senior who needs companionship.

Please call Deb at RSVP today at 587-5444 for more information on these and other opportunities or to learn more about becoming an RSVP volunteer. It’s fast, free and fun.

The Danforth Gallery is looking for some help this

and tell them about our beautiful area and its history. Flexible

summer greeting and sharing the beautiful art available.

Flexible times.

times.

There will be new projects as we head for fall and you Stafford Animal Shelter hopes you won’t forget our

may be interested in getting a head start on these. There are

furry friends. They appreciate help playing with animals, doing laundry and other activities.

also mailings and onetime events.

Loaves and Fishes and the Food Pantry stay busy all year meeting the nutritional needs of Park County Residents, can you spare some time to help fill this need?

Contact Shannon, RSVP Program Coordinator,

Yellowstone Gateway Museum and the Depot

222-2281;email:livingston@rsvpmt.org

are at their busiest during the summer months. Greet visitors

111 So. 2nd St, Livingston, MT 59047; phone (406)