Prime - January 2015

rime P January 2015 In this issue: Space and Beyond pg. 3 Building Community pg. 5 Through the Lens pg. 10

2

January, 2015

Contents:

Space and Beyond . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 3 Ring in the New Year . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 4 Building Community. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 5

A note from the editors

Do you know a senior who should be featured in a future edition of Prime? Email your suggestions to prime@dailychronicle.com or call Tiffany at 582-2624 or Hannah at 580-3031.

Recipe Box: Resolving to Live Healthier . . . . . . Page 6 Through the Lens. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 10

Membership Form Date

Three Rivers Senior Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 14

Name

Park County Senior Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 15

City/State/Zip

Manhattan Senior Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 15 Hollowtop Senior Citizens. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 15 Belgrade Senior Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 16 Bozeman Senior Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 18

Starting at $189,000

Address Phone Birthdate Membership: New Payment: Cash

Renewal Check

Belgrade Senior Center

92 East Cameron Ave., Belgrade, MT 59714 Fee: $12.00 per person, per year

Bozeman Senior Center

807 N. Tracy, Bozeman, MT 59715 Fee: $12.00 per person, per year

Manhattan Senior Center An

Active Adult Community

Hwy 93 Stevensville, MT | 406-777-5387 | www.KootenaiCreekVillage.com

If you have difficulty understanding words clearly over the phone, just fill out this form!

You may qualify for free assistive telephone equipment through the Montana Telecommunications Access Program!

Available equipment includes: □ Yes, I want to learn more about MTAP! • Amplified (louder) telephones Name:___________________________ • Captioned telephones Address:_________________________ • Loud bell ringers City:____________________________ • TTYs (text telephones) State: Zip Code:___________________ • Artificial Larynxes Phone: __________________________ • Much, much more!

Return form to: MTAP For more information just mail us this P. O. Box 4210 form or call toll-free: 1-800-833-8503 Helena, MT 59604 Department of Public Health & Human Services

102 East Main, PO Box 5 Manhattan, MT 59741 Fee: $10.00 per person, per year

Three Rivers Senior Citizen Club

19 East Cedar Street, Three Forks, Montana 59752 Fee: $10.00 per person, per year

Park County Senior Center

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 Paul Bussi on the slalom course during the Alpine Men’s Olympic Slalom.

Photo courtesy of Paul Bussi.

Opposite Page Photos of Loren Acton during his time with NASA. Photos courtesy of Loren Acton.

January, 2015

3

Space and Beyond

By HANNAH STIFF

F

rom his early days growing up on a ranch in Lewistown, Loren Acton was different from his five older siblings. In fact, he was different than most Montana ranch kids.

Born on March 7, 1936, Acton always preferred reading books to riding horses.

He did learn a few valuable lessons on the family farm.

Tending to animals taught him responsibility. Keeping the whole family operation afloat taught him teamwork.

That second skill served him well when he took off on the most exciting trip of his life. Aboard the Challenger Space Shuttle in 1985, the grown, graduated and cel-

ebrated Acton served as a At school, Acton planned to scientist on the eight-day study mechanical engineershuttle mission. ing. His older brother studied electrical engineering Growing up during the height and encouraged Acton to of the space race, Acton be- pursue physics instead. The lieved the times shaped the older Acton knew his curious man he became. In seventh younger brother would take grade, his father sold the to the complex subject like a Lewistown ranch and moved fish to water. the family to Billings. The family found a new church True to his brother’s predicand new school. Acton re- tion, Acton graduated from called being taught by com- Montana State College in petent, skilled teachers.

1959 with a degree in Engineering Physics. AccordAfter high school and one ing to Acton, physics is like year of bible school in Port- early learning. land, Acton enrolled in Montana State College. Later in “Physics is the perfect study life, Acton would admit that for people who are curious the state college was a great about everything,” he said. one, especially with a small “Studying all that stuff is so campus and reasonable tu- much fun. It’s good solid ition rates. physics, but physics isn’t

any harder than kindergarten. You do it one step at a time.”

Along with a degree in a subject he loved, Acton made another important discovery in college. He met his wife, Evelyn Oldenburger at church. The pair wed before moving to Colorado for Acton to pursue his graduate studies at the University of Colorado. During their 57year marriage, the couple had a daughter, Cheryll, and son, Stanley.

As Acton continued to learn and build his little family, the Russians and Americans were busy launching satellites into space. Acton trained his eye on the sky, (Continued on page 13)

4

January, 2015

Ring In The

New Year

By TIFFANY JERRY

T

5 1 0

he time has come to New Year’s Eve festivities bedon party hats and gin at noon at the Bozeman toast the new year.

Senior Center with a dinner. A festive meal will be served with And for those looking hats and horns to help ring in to ring in 2015 with a crowd, the new year. there are plenty of choices in the Gallatin Valley.

Then, later that evening, a New Year’s Eve dance will be held The Bozeman Formal Dance at the Bozeman Senior Center, Club will hold a New Year’s from 7 to 10 p.m. The Blue Spurs Black Tie and Blue Jeans Ball at Band will provide entertainment 8 p.m. on New Year’s Eve at the for the evening. The cost is $5 Emerson Center for the Arts and per person. Light refreshments Culture. Attire is cowboy formal will be served. and the cost is $20 for guests; $10 for students and members The Belgrade Senior Center of other Montana ballroom will also host a New Year’s Eve dance clubs. Music will be pro- dinner and party. Noon Year’s vided by The Sugar Daddies.

Eve will begin at noon at the

Belgrade Senior Center. Attendees are invited to dress up for the celebration and bring part hats and gloves. The center will provide the blowers, sparkling cider and confetti.

Additionally, a variety of bars, restaurants and hotels in the Gallatin Valley will feature live music on New Year’s Eve.

museums, brewery tours, trips to Yellowstone National Park and more, there are plenty of activities to fill the often gloomy, winter days of January.

On Jan. 6 the Bozeman Parks and Recreation Department, First Choice Home Health and Senior ‘N Sync, LLC will co-host a New Year/New You event from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Beall Recreation Center. The event is meant to educate older adults about “functional fitness” and its importance in remaining independent. This free event is open to anyone age 55 and older. Registration is required.

Call 582-2290 by Jan. 2.

Then, once the celebration of the holiday season has ended and 2015 is in full swing, many people start looking for new activities to pursue. Again, the Gallatin Valley has much to choose from. With everything from snowshoeing, to winter hikes,

(Continued on page 9)

January, 2015

5

Building Community

By HANNAH STIFF

“

W

e don’t profit work sites where seniors just want donated 78,807 hours of their time last year. From knitting to change hats for newborns to stuffing the world, programs for theater producwe’re old enough to know how.” tions to helping 4-H students, RSVP volunteers are integrated That’s the Retired Senior Vol- in nearly every facet of the comunteer Program motto. The munity. program, a division of the Human Resource Development RSVP Program Director MarCouncil, helps seniors find meaningful volunteer work in the community. The second RSVP motto is “none of us can do everything, but each of us can do something.”

The RSVP program has been

There are currently more than

around for 40 years. Locally, 500 active RSVP volunteers. some volunteers have been For many seniors, volunteerhelping the community for al- ing provides a way to socialmost 30 years. The only re-

ize while doing something they

quirement to be an RSVP volun-

feel proud of.

teer is that participants be 55 years “or better.”

“They need to feel really good about what they’re doing for

garet Mason says there real- Some seniors come to Ma- the community,” Mason said. ly is a volunteer opportunity son’s office with a clear idea “When you think of what the for everyone.

of where they’d like to volun-

senior population contributes,

teer. Others need more of an

it’s an invaluable service.”

“They’re very far reaching,” “interview” so Mason and Mason said. “The benefits real-

her staff can point them to the Seniors often end up in Mason’s

office after a major life change.

That something extends to 84 ly are to the volunteers as they perfect fit. Mason seems to be Gallatin and Park county non- are to the work stations.” creating great matches.

(Continued on page 8)

6

January, 2015

Good Luck Peas

Recipe Box

Resolving To Live Healthier

By TIFFANY JERRY

W

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

ith the start According to Lindsay to 2015 Kordick, a registered dietijust days tian and ACSM Health Fita w a y , ness Specialist in Bozeman, many people are contemplat- resolving to live healthier is “a great way to get ing New Year’s resolutions. started on the right foot for For some the resolution may making healthy changes in be to save money or spend your life.” more time with family, but for many, New Year’s resolutions are all about health – getting in shape, going to the gym and eating right.“If you

make

a

recipe

that

serves six or eight, you can easily freeze the extra portions in freezer baggies for additional meals at another time,” Kordick said.

a small goal to reach within the first eight to 10 weeks – possibly 10 pounds. Once you reach that goal, set another short-term goal. Before you know it, you will be at your long-term goal, minus the stress and pressure. Set short-term goals when making healthy eating When it comes to setting or exercise resolutions as such a goal, Kordick sug- well. Make small, incremengests thinking short term, tal changes each week and those small changes will be rather than long term. more maintainable and help “Often we think about goals to prevent relapse into your that are very large, and it old, less healthy habits.” may make reaching them Kordick said it is also imporseem less possible,” Kordick tant to consider any medical said. “If you are considering concerns prior to making losing weight, start off with any dietary changes.

“Often, healthier eating can improve your health,” she said. “However, being too restrictive in one area or another can also lead to problems. When making a healthy eating plan, write down what you currently eat for a few days to try to determine what your struggles are and then set small goals to improve your habits. If you need help, contact a dietitian who can assist you in making changes and establishing goals with your health in mind.”

While it may be easy to make a New Year’s resolution, the tricky part for some is stick-

January, 2015

7

Holiday Water Good Luck Peas Serves 10

1 lb. uncooked black eyed peas, soaked overnight, drained and rinsed 1 tsp olive oil 3/4 cup chopped white onion 3 celery stalks, diced 1 carrot, chopped 1 green bell pepper, seeded and finely chopped 1 quart vegetable stock 1 clove garlic, pressed and minced 1 Tbsp creole seasoning 1/2 tsp dried thyme

ing with it once January has come and gone.

“Make sure that you write down your goals and keep it somewhere visible to help remind you daily,” Kordick said. “Tell others what your plan is to help hold you accountable. Find a partner, such as a friend or family member, who has similar goals and ask that person to check in on your progress and you do the same for them. Start small and keep in mind that even changes that seem insignificant are still making you healthier.”

Kordick said the key is to Holiday Water stick with the goal and Makes 2 liters keep trying to succeed.

2 liters filtered water 1 cup fresh cranberries, halved

“If at first you don’t succeed, try, try again, and 1 tangerine, seeded and sliced you don’t have to wait un1/4 cup fresh mint leaves til the next new year to do Combine all ingredients into a pitcher and chill so,” she said. in the refrigerator for 4 hours prior to serving.

Drink within three days for freshest tasting water!

Nutrition Info per 1 serving: 0 calories, 0 g fat, 0 g protein, 0 g carbohydrates, BUNCHES of antioxidants *Holiday water can be a great replacement for people trying to cut Lindsay Kordick has been a registered out soda intake. 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.

1 tsp salt 1/2 tsp fresh ground black pepper Pinch cayenne pepper 5 cups brown rice, cooked (in water or vegetable stock) 2 green onions, finely chopped In a large soup pot, heat olive oil over medium high heat. Add onions, green pepper, celery, garlic, and carrot. Saute ~3 minutes, until onion softens. Add vegetable stock and seasonings. Bring to a boil then add soaked peas. Return to a boil then reduce heat to medium-low for ~1 hour, or until mixture thickens slightly and peas are soft (but not mushy).

Serve over 1/2 cup brown rice and garnish with green onions.

Nutrition info per 1 cup peas with 1/2 cup rice: 274 calories, 2 g fat, 13 g protein, 43 g carbohydrates, 11 g fiber *In the southern states, eating blackeyed peas on New Year’s Day is said to bring good luck.

8

January, 2015

Building Community continued from page 5

Some are recently widowed.

funding for paid staff. The

To assuage the loneliness, hospital, schools, youth menthey decide to give back. toring programs and special In return, many volunteers community events have also meet new friends and find greatly benefited from RSVP new meaning in life. volunteerism.

RSVP volunteers spend time at several work sites that

“A lot of the work they do

help keep other seniors living is behind the scenes getting independently. The Mealsthings ready for events,” Maon-Wheels program, for exson said. ample, provides homebound seniors with healthy meals

delivered to their homes five When the RSVP volunteers lend a hand, they end up days a week. strengthening a community.

Many Meals-on-Wheels vol- The value of the thousands unteer drivers are seniors. In and thousands of senior volGallatin and Park counties, unteer hours to the commu167 RSVP volunteers deliver nity is immeasurable, Mason Meals-on-Wheels. said. For the volunteers, too, “That’s a pretty significant their time spent helping othnumber,” Mason said. “Peo- ers is precious. ple also love to contribute to the food bank.”

Volunteers also bolster local senior centers that are

To find out more about the RSVP program and the plethora of places to volunteer,

very limited in resources and call Mason at 587-5444.

January, 2015

9

‘Lucky’ Food For The New Year

This event will kick-off the Bozeman Parks and Recreation Department’s Senior Fitness Assessments, which begin January 8. The assessments are clinically proven evaluations that help determine current and/or potential issues related to upper and lower body strength, agility, flexibility, balance and aerobic endurance. The cost is $25 for city residents and $35 for non-residents. Call 5822290 to register.

reation Department has a variety of other classes and activities available for all ages; visit www.bozeman.net/recreation for more information.

Two winter farmers’ markets will be held in January. The first will be held at 9 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 3, and the second at 9 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 17.

Both will be held in the Emerson Ballroom. The markets are

The Bozeman Parks and Rec- free and open to the public.

Google “new year’s luck” and an extensive list of articles featuring “lucky foods” traditionally consumed on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day will appear. For those who are superstitious, or merely just curious, here are five of the “lucky” new year’s foods eaten around the world according to epicurious.com, womansday. com and marthastewart.com:

gions. In the Philippines, the custom calls for 13 pieces of round fruit because the number 13 is considered to be lucky. In the United States and Europe, it is said that eating 12 pieces of round fruit is lucky, as each piece signifies a month in the year.

Soba noodles – In Japan, it is customary to eat soba noodles at midnight on New Year’s Eve to ensure a long life – the longer the noodle, the better.

Grapes – New Year’s revelers in Spain quickly consume 12 grapes at midnight. Each grape represents a month and Pork – In many countries, any that have a sour flavor sigpork is eaten in celebration nify a less-than-lucky month. of the new year because for Black eyed peas – In the south- some, the pig symbolizes ern United States, eating black progress. Food shaped like eyed peas on New Year’s Day pigs – including cutout cookis believed by some to bring ies – is also acceptable. Pork dishes are consumed in the prosperity in the new year.

United States and Italy where Round fruits – This tradition some believe the fat content is common in a variety of re- signifies wealth.

rEvErsE MortGaGE loans for hoMEownErs 62 & oldEr

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

• Payoff existing Mortgage • Use in Retirement Planning • Cover Health Care Costs • Meet Daily and Monthly expenses • Remodel or repair your home Call for a Complimentary Consultation

Kathy G. EarlE | ReveRSe MoRtGaGe aDvISoR

office: 406-258-7526 | Cell: 406-240-1695 kearle@guildmortgage.net 490 North 31st St, transwestern two Bldg. | Billings, Mt 59101

this product is a brokered product Individual NMLS #402121 | Guild Mortgage Co NMLS ID 3274 | Branch NMLS # 140408

10

January, 2015

Through the Lens

By TIFFANY JERRY

P

Paul and Pamela Bussi in the Ideal Photography photo booth at the Montana State University Blue and Gold Ball. Photo courtesy of Paul Bussi.

aul Bussi was 12 years old when he received his first camera.

“I got a little Kodak X-15 instamatic camera and I just loved taking pictures with it,” he said.

After college, Paul continued photography as “a low-end, no expense hobby” and often took photos for businesses and agencies that he worked for over the years.

incredibly educational piece too because it showed him in all different phases of the turn.

I brought the picture into the Bozeman camera store and I said, “I want a camera that can do this.”

“I always had an interest in photography,” Paul said. “I Once he got his camera, Paul never really looked at a photo began to pursue ski-racing phoYears later, as a college stu- without analyzing it or trying to tography. He even made his dent, Paul considered pursuing understand it.” own composite image of a lohis interest and enrolling in a photography class, but decided Then in the mid 2000s, cal ski racer. against it when he discovered Paul saw a photo that “At first it was for educational the cost of the necessary sup- caught his attention. purposes and then I started makplies. However, when he received a Nikon SLR camera as “Someone in the ski world cre- ing pictures like this and I kind a graduation gift, he returned ated this composite picture of of set my goal to be not just an to college for another year and Hermann Maier – he was one educational ski-racing photogtook pictures for The Houghton of the greatest World Cup ski- rapher, but a great ski-racing ers ever,” Paul said. “It was an photographer,” Paul said.

Star, the school’s newspaper.

In 2009 Paul married Pam, who shares his interest in photography.

“I always did (photography) as a hobby – family trips and things like that – but nothing serious until I met Paul,” Pam said.

“When she met me, she signed up for the New York Institute of Photography and graduated from their online course,” Paul said. “She has more formal photography education than I do. I am self-taught.”

During that same year, the couple started their business, Ideal Photography, taking senior portraits, wedding pho-

January, 2015

11

“I always had an interest in photography... I never really looked at a photo without analyzing it or trying to understand it.”

Following that meeting, Paul contacted the editor at USA Today and started doing photography work for the company, shooting events such as the X Games and World Cup skiing.

Then in February 2014, Paul’s dream came true.

In addition to the photography business, Pam is a skin care consultant for Rodan + Fields. She is also a volunteer for Love INC, a member of Bozeman Business and Professional Women and is secretary/treasurer for Kiwanis of Bozeman. Pam and Paul also mentor kids through Youth Dynamics and volunteer for Family Promise.

He spent the entire month in Sochi covering ski racing as “I think if you’re going to have well as other events. a live, vibrant community, you need to be a part of it,” Pam “It was a long month, ” said. “A community doesn’t Pa m sa id . come together by itself.”

Bode Miller (USA) in the air over Deer Jump in the Alpine Men’s Super-Combined training run during the Sochi 2014 Olympic Winter Games at Rosa Khutor Alpine Center. Mandatory Credit: Paul Bussi-USA TODAY Sports

tos, event photos and more.

Paul also continued photographing ski racing and set another goal for himself.

The couple received a grant from the statewide Business Expansion and Retention program to help them travel to New York so Paul could share “I set a goal in 2010 of hav- his portfolio and pursue his goal of photographing ski racing someone pay me to go ing at the Olympics. While to Sochi, Russia to shoot the in New York, Paul met with a ski racing for the Olympics,” Sports Illustrated freelance ediPaul said. “I really wanted to tor and received some advice go to Sochi.” on who to contact.

This winter, Paul is back on the slopes, but as a full-time ski instructor. Paul, who has taught skiing for 21 years, said it is something he enjoys and he was happy to return to it full time. In addition, he and Pam continue to run their photography business.

And as for the secret to success when it comes to running a business with her husband, “we haven’t figured it out yet,” Pam said, laughing.

“Realistically, there can only be one boss,” she added.

“Paul is the lead photographer and I do the marketing. He is “We have what’s called a mo- better at the computer stuff bile photo booth,” Pam said. and I’m the chatty Cathy that “It’s a full backdrop with lights, keeps everyone entertained and having a good time.” but it’s mobile.”

12

January, 2015

Space and Beyond continued from page 3

Loren Acton’s work studying the sun was groundbreaking in understanding what the star’s corona is and how it works.

too. He focused on a big star, the sun. Acton became infatuated with taking x-rays of the sun through a special kind of telescope. He pioneered into new territory, learning more each day about the corona of the sun.

“I was trying to understand the physical processes that make the sun’s corona what it is,” Acton said. “Five thousand degrees is the surface of the sun. The corona above is millions of degrees. How can that be so hot?”

The answer, Acton explains, is that the sun is a magnetic star.

“It produces magnetic fields that are stressed and twisted like a bunch of rubber bands,” he said. “When they get out in

the corona, they want to simplify the structure and in the course of doing that, energy is released, the gas is made hot and particles are released in the atmosphere.”

In 1968, Acton was named the director of Lockheed. Three years after taking the top job, he continued what would become a prolific career as a traveling scientist. At the cusp of a new decade, Acton flew to GermaIn 1965, Acton graduated ny to develop an international again, this time with a PhD in as- program to study solar rockets. tro-geophysics from the University of Colorado. Acton contin- As he continued to beef up his ued his own kind of space race resume, Acton began conductin life. While earning his PhD, ing space flight experiments for Acton worked at a high-altitude solar x-ray studies. NASA, realobservatory studying solar x-ray izing the value of Acton’s work, data. After his graduate stud- came knocking. ies, he worked for a California Rather than teach astronauts company called Lockheed Misabout the emerging x-ray techsiles and Space Co. Inc. There nology, Acton was to board the he researched solar radiation Challenger Space Shuttle and x-ray wavelengths. He also be- take his own solar pictures. came an associate astronomer It’s because of his less-thanfor the University of Hawaii, perfect eyesight, Acton says consulting on the school’s solar chuckling, that he couldn’t be rocket projects. a full-time astronaut.

After months of training, years of education and a whole life devoted to curiosity, Acton arrived at the Kennedy Space Center for “just another day at work,” he joked. Evelyn and the now grown Acton children arrived at the Kennedy Space Center to see Loren off.

As the countdown reached Tminus three seconds, the mission was aborted. Acton said he was at least able to enjoy the launch parties because the shuttle was grounded.

Several weeks later, the Challenger made its second launch attempt. On July 29, 1985, the shuttle blasted from the ground. Acton remembers a roaring sound that filled the space around him.

January, 2015

“When those engines light and you’re on your way, it’s pretty special,” Acton said. “Those first two minutes, it’s the greatest ride you can imagine.”

13

Challenger made its final touch down on earth, landing successfully at Edwards Air Force Base in southern California.

Back in gravity, Acton hit the The takeoff was so powerful ground running. He spent more that one of the shuttle’s three time at the Lockheed Research main engines stopped work- Laboratory alongside other asing. To Acton’s knowledge, the tronomy and physics geniuses.

Challenger is the only space shuttle to ever limp into space In 1993, after Acton accepted a nice retirement package from with only two engines.

Lockheed, his old alma mater Six months later, the Challenger lured him back into research. attempted its 10th mission into Acton and Evelyn had long space. The space shuttle disin- wished to return to Montana. tegrated seven seconds after its The research fellowship seemed launch, killing all seven astro- the perfect opportunity. As he continued his solar research at nauts on board.

Montana State University, Acton Evelyn and the children were un- and his wife traveled the world, aware of the engine failure on working lots, playing a little.

Acton’s mission. Evelyn temporarily holed up in Houston and On a recent trip to Norway, Evchanged her sleep habits so she elyn and Acton decided to go could stay up all night watching horseback riding. Evelyn’s horse tossed her from the saddle and her husband in space. she landed hard, breaking her For a man accustomed to the foot badly. earth’s gravity, weightlessness Enter a new discovery for Acwas a ball. ton. When Evelyn was finally “There are two things that are able to fly home from Norway, really special in space flight,” Acton stayed home and nursed Acton said. “One is the view. her back to health. He cooked The other is weightlessness. and folded laundry and found Weightlessness is so fun for a that he thoroughly enjoyed person. It’s like a dream.” spending all day with his bride of 57 years.

Acton earned his spot on the mission for the beautiful, groundbreaking solar photos he took. The accident offered a precious The view from space though of- picture into the life Acton now fered a different vantage point. hopes to enjoy with Evelyn. The It offered what Acton said is pair returned from a trip to Hawaii on Dec. 16. Acton talked “the most amazing view.” with groups ranging from kinAfter seven days, 22 hours, 45 dergarters to college students minutes and 26 seconds, the about science. He gave power

Loren Acton was crew on one of the Challenger shuttle’s flights.

point presentations and talked about his solar research.

“I’m done getting paid,” Acton said. “But there’s one more paper I’d like to get submitted When he got a few moments of to the journal. Then I may actudowntime, Acton took Evelyn to ally retire. I’m 78 years old and an art museum and several res- there are some other things I’d taurants. like to do.”

In the spring, Acton was technically finished being paid by the university for his research. He’ll keep going to the lab to finish a sort of autobiography of his life’s work.

He’s writing a paper about a soft x-ray telescope he created in 1991 that worked successfully for 10 years. In the paper, he will detail the adjustments and corrections he made to the telescope before he could finally turn out his brilliant photos of the sun. When he’s finished, Acton will submit the article to the Solar Physics journal.

Those other things include working in his woodshop, traveling with no work schedule and reading more.

Most people want to know immediately about Acton the astronaut. It’s a topic Acton loves talking about. But he also loves talking about his wife, his two children and one granddaughter. He likes talking about his solar photos, his research and his world travels.

The fact that Acton could hold anyone’s attention for hours is a testament to the full life of the 78-year-old scientist.

14

January, 2015

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 eat and play, or just to eat, or just to play (at about 12:30 p.m.). On Wednesdays at 1p.m., 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.

■ Meals on Wheels is available for those unable to come to the Center, for folks in the

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 2014 are $10.00, which covers our operating budget.

■ On the first and third Sundays of each month, we open the Center from 1p.m. to 5p.m.

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

preserve what you love about montana by creating an endowment that will make a difference, forever.

■ We have an extensive lending library of books, videos and jigsaw puzzles. We also have

medical equipment to loan including walkers, crutches, shower seats, etc. A very nicelooking upholstered easy chair with lift mechanism and vibration is also available to be borrowed. To borrow an item, call the Center’s President, Jean Farnam, at 570-0800.

■ The Three Forks Senior Center now has a new website: threeforksseniorcenter.com

lunch Menu tues

weds

thurs JAN 1 -CLOSED

JAN 6 - Lasagna JAN 13 - Chicken Alfredo JAN 20 - Roast Beef JAN 27 - Tacos www.mtcf.org

406.443.8313

www.bozemanfoundation.org

406.587.6262

JAN 7 - Ham & Scalloped JAN 8 - Pork Roast

Potatoes

JAN 14 - Beef Stew JAN 21 - Meatballs JAN 28 - Sweet & Sour Pork

JAN 15 - Chef Salad JAN 22 - Turkey & Noodles JAN 29 - Baked Chicken

January, 2015

15

Manhattan Senior Center Park County Senior Center ■ Important Dates: Pinochle is played every Tuesday and Thursday after lunch

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

■ What happening at the Manhattan Senior Center: The Manhattan Senior Center

serves dinner every Tuesday and Thursday. Please call 284-6501 before 10a.m. 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: $50 Hall Rental, $75 Kitchen and Hall Rental, $25 Cleaning Deposit

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

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

P.O. Box 5 • Manhattan, MT 59741

Hollowtop Senior Citizens ■ Serving Harrison, Pony, Norris, and 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 and after ■ Lending Library, Medical Equipment Lending Room ■ Bus to Butte and Bozeman on Week 1, 2, and • NEW Bus Driver Pat Gooding • 685-3448

Menu

Pony, MT 59747 • 685-3323 • 685-3494

Mondays &Wednesdays

please call for menu

For information about Park County Senior Center’s upcoming events, please visit www.parkcountyseniorcenter.org

16

January, 2015

Belgrade Senior Center

■

Note: The Board meeting is held on the fourth Monday of each month at 1:00 p.m.

The senior center will be closed on Thursday, January 1st in observance of the New Year’s Holiday.

■ VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: We currently need volunteers to deliver meals, set tables and assist with Saturday Bingo. Please call 3884711 if you are interested.

■ BOB ROSS PAINTING CLASS: Monday, January 12, 12:45-5p.m.

- Cost is $45 with your supplies or $65 with Bob Ross’s supplies. Call 388-4711 for a list of supplies and sign up for the painting class.

■ AARP DRIVER’S SAFETY CLASS: Tuesday, February 3, 1-5:30 p.m. The new Smart driver Program is based on research of the physical and mental changes people go through as they age. The cost of the Smart Driver course will be $15 for AARP members and $20 for non-members. Call 388-47ll to sign up for this course at the Belgrade Senior Center.

■ AARP Tax Aide Volunteer Assistance: Tuesdays through April 15, 1-4 p.m. - Trained AARP volunteers are available to assist you in completing your tax returns each Monday through April 15th at the Belgrade Senior Center starting February 4th from 1-4 p.m. AARP provides tax preparation as a FREE service for taxpayers with low and middle income, with special

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

attention to those aged 60 and older. Call 388-4711 to set up an appointment. Thank you to all the volunteers who dedicate many hours to providing this wonderful service!

■ Movement in Motion: Monday, Wednesday, & Friday – January 5, 7, 9, 12, 14, 16, 19, 21, 23, 26, 28, & 30, 9:00 a.m. – The Belgrade senior center fitness program is designed to accommodate your limitations, rebuild strength and flexibility, and improve muscle tone, strength, and stamina. Come and participate in a fun conditioning class for participants of all levels incorporating seated and standing exercises to help improve muscle tone, strength and movement. The use of hand weights and bands are incorporated into this class.

■ Balance & Beyond Yoga: Tuesdays (9:00 a.m.) & Fridays (10:00 a.m.)

– January 2, 6, 9, 13, 16, 20, 23, 27 & 30 – Join Karla Sutter twice per week for our new yoga class! Basic beginner practice yoga sessions with a facilitator available to assist honing basic yoga skills.

■ NeedleAires: Thursdays – January 1, 8, 15, 22, & 29, 1:00 p.m. – Anyone who loves to knit, crochet, stitch or shares a passion for handiwork is welcome to join this friendly group!

Many supplies are provided to make items for sale to the public as an ongoing fundraiser for the Belgrade Senior center. Call 388-4711 for more information. The Senior Center currently has potholders, dishrags, dishtowels, slippers, baby blankets, quilts, hats, and rugs for

■

sale at our facility, which is located at 92 E. Cameron Ave.

song and celebration! Lunch is on us!

■ “BIG BUCK BINGO”; Wednesdays – January 7, 14, 21 & 28, 1:00 p.m.

– Pay “Big Buck Bingo” for #1/ card; also $1 card for blackout.

Win money & have fun! We play five regular bingo games and one blackout game.

■ Bake Sale: Thursday, January 15, 10:00 – 1:00 p.m. – Don’t miss the opportunity to purchase home baked breads, cookies, pies, bars, etc. on the third Thursday of each month. If you enjoy baking and would like to contribute towards this popular fundraiser, please call Shannon or Karla at 388-4711.

■ Spaghetti Dinner: Friday January 9, 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. – Bring your family to the Belgrade Senior Center on the 2nd Friday of every month for a spaghetti dinner complete with salad, garlic bread and a dessert for only $6.00 a person.

The spaghetti dinner is open to the public and walk-ins are always welcome!

■ SATURDAY BINGO - January 10 & 24, 2:00- 4:00 p.m. - Come and Play for big bucks. Cost is $20.00 for 3-cards of for each 12 games. Must be 18 years of age to play. Payout will be determined by the number of people playing BINGO. ■ Red Rockers Luncheon: Tuesday, January 13, 11:30 a.m. at Mackenzie River Pizza. Enjoy lunch and have fun with other gals each month during the Red Rockers luncheon.

All new members are welcome. Call 388-4711 for more information or to sign up.

■ Birthday Celebration: Thursday, January 15, 12:00 Noon – Any Belgrade senior center member celebrating a birthday during January receives lunch and is invited to participate in the birthday

■ Shrimp & Fish Fry: Friday, January 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 complete with salad and dessert for only $10.00 a person; and children 6 and under $5.00.

■ Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday: Monday, January 19 – CLOSED Support Services Hearing Aid Maintenance First Tuesday of the month, December 2 - 12:30p.m.

Blood Pressure Checks - 2nd Tuesday, 2nd Thursday, 3rd Friday & 4th Wednesday, 12:30 p.m. - Retired and/or working professional nurses perform blood pressure checks. No appointment necessary Medical Equipment Loan Closet Wheelchairs, canes, bedside commodes and walkers available on a temporary basis. Equipment and cash donations welcome.

January, 2015

Belgrade January Events Schedule Ongoing Activities and Services Free Massage - Tues. 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.

Exercise & Strength Training – Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 9:00 – 10:00 a.m.

Yoga – Tues. 9:00 a.m.

Canasta – Tuesdays- 12:30 p.m.

Needle Aires- Thursdays- 1:00 p.m.

Bingo – Wednesdays – 1:00 p.m.

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

Bake Sale – 3rd Thursday – 11:00 – 1:00 p.m.

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

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

SATURDAY BINGO - 2ND & 4TH Saturday-2:00-4:00 p.m.

january Menu 1 – Closed - New Year’s Holiday 2 - Baked Cod & Baked Potato 5 – French Bread Pizza 6 – Roast Beef & Mashed Potatoes 7 – Beef Enchiladas & Beans 8 – Pork Roast & Mashed Potatoes/Gravy 9 – Chili Dogs & Tator Tots 12 - Pork Chops & Hashbrown Casserole 13 – Egg Salad Sandwiches & Minestrone Soup

14 – Chef Salad & Garlic Bread 15 – Birthday Dinner: Roast Turkey & Mashed Potatoes/Gravy

16 – BBQ Chicken & Macaroni Salad 19 – CLOSED – Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday

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 3rd Thursdays during the month of your birthday

20 – Ham & Macaroni & Cheese 21 – Meatloaf & Roasted Potatoes 22 – French Dip Sandwich & Potato Salad 23 – Lemon Chicken & Rice Pilaf 26 – Spaghetti/Meatballs & Garlic Bread 27 –Chicken Taco Bar & Rice 28 – Liver/Onions/Bacon & Hashbrowns 29 – Seafood & Chicken Salad 30 – Sliced BBQ Pork Sandwich & Coleslaw Note: All meals include Salad and Dessert Bar, Roll and Drink

17

18

January, 2015

Bozeman Senior Center The center will be closed on Thursday January 1 for the New Year Holiday and on Monday January 19 for Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday. !

■ The center will be closed on Thursday

January 1 for the New Year Holiday and on Monday January 19 for Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday.

■ Visit our new website! Our website can

now be found at www.bozemanseniorcenter. org. This is a brand new website; so be sure to check it out!

■ Find us on Facebook! The Bozeman Senior Center now has a Facebook page! If you are on Facebook, be sure to ‘like’ us! Find us by searching for Bozeman Senior Center.

■ Board Election Results: Congratulations to

our newest Board of Directors! Please help us welcome Faye Christensen, JoAnn Murray, & Johanna Prindiville to our Board. A very special Thank You to retiring Board Members Jim Ramsey and Grace Holiday.

■ TAX AIDE: Individual appointments

will be on Mondays, all day and Saturday mornings, starting in February. This excellent service is available thanks to wonderful AARP volunteers. Appointments can be made by calling the Bozeman Senior Center, 586-2421.

■ New Year’s Eve Dinner. Wednesday, December 31 at noon. Ring in the New Year at the Senior Center! We will have a festive meal with hats and horns to help ring in the New Year!

■ New Year’s Eve Dance! Wednesday, December 31 at 7:00pm. Looking for something fun & different to do on New Year’s Eve? Look no further! Ring in the New Year early at the Bozeman Senior Center. The dance ends at 10pm. Refreshments provided. Live music by the Blue Spurs Band! Cost: $5.00/ person.

■ Pottery with Jane. The first two Friday’s of

each month! Jane, with JK Moyles Pottery, will provide an introduction to pottery class on Friday January 5 & 12 from 1:00pm-3:00pm.

The first session will cover hand building & the second session will cover glazing. The instructor provides 5lbs of clay, all necessary tools, glazes, & 2 hours of instruction/ assistance. The cost for both classes is $20.00.

Please pay in advance. If you are interested in this class, please call Emily at 586-2421. Space is limited to between 5 & 10 people. Deadline to sign up: Wednesday December 31 at noon.

■ Thank you Fall Festival Volunteers!

Thursday January 29 at noon. Please join us as we say a big, heart-felt Thank You to our Fall Festival Volunteers! Over 100 members & non-members helped raise just over $23,000.

■

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)

Great job! Call 586-2421 to sign-up. If you volunteered for the festival, lunch is on us (please call to reserve a spot).

■ What’s your New Year Resolution?

Monday, January 5, 2015. We invite you to join us for lunch and come up with a New Year Resolution! Our goal is to create a Bozeman Senior Center New Year Resolution book! Join in the fun! Please call in your lunch reservation, in advance. Thank you!

■ New Member Coffee. Wednesday, January

28 at 1:00pm. Have you joined the Bozeman Senior Center in the last year? If so, join us for a meet & greet at 1:00pm here at the Center!

Refreshments will be served, provided by Highgate Senior Living. We look forward to getting to know more about you! No reservations needed.

■ Cross Country Skiing/Snowshoe Program 2015. The program provides an opportunity to enjoy Bozeman’s beautiful winter scenery with your peers. The Bozeman Senior Center XC Skiing/Snowshoe program is geared to relatively new and experienced skiers and snowshoers (some experience necessary)!

Each Tuesday morning at 9:00am we will meet at the Senior Center and car pool to various trails throughout the Bozeman area. The program begins on January 6 and ends the last Tuesday of March. If you have any questions, please contact Emily at 586-2421.

■ Winter Pedometer Program. January 2015.

Our vicarious walk this season will take us from the Atlantic coast of Canada & work our way inland through the Canadian National Park System. I hope you join us for a look at the history, diversity, & beauty of these areas.

We will plan lunches with a Canadian cuisine & watch videos of the parks & be inspired to get as many steps on our pedometers as we can. Just a reminder: You do not have to be “in shape” to join the group. Start where you are, do what you can & enjoy the journey. You will need materials & a pedometer. Both will be available on January 5. Questions? Contact Odessa.

■ Cinnamon Rolls. Friday January 9 at 9:30.

Fresh cinnamon rolls for just a $1.25.

■ State Day. Wyoming! Wednesday January

7 at noon. Enjoy a delicious lunch & learn more about the state of Wyoming. If this is your native state or were ever a resident of Wyoming, we will treat you to lunch. Please note the day change from the quarterly newsletter.

■ Movie Afternoon: “Heaven is For Real”.

Tuesday January 20 at 1:00pm. Come to the Rec Room to watch “Heaven is For Real”; based on a true story! This movie is based on the #1 New York Times best-selling book, telling the

true story of a small-town father who must find the courage and conviction to share his son’s extraordinary, life-changing experience with the world.

■ Blue Spurs Band. Saturday January 17 from 7pm-10pm. Join the Blue Spurs Band for a fun evening of dancing, entertainment, & light refreshments. Cost: $5.00/person.

■ Our center is looking for retired nurses (or current nurses!) who are interested in helping at our monthly foot clinic. This is a great service to our senior population. The foot clinic is offered two Monday’s of each month. Please call 586-2421 with any questions.

■ “Piggy Banks for Meals-on-Wheels Campaign”. Want to help the senior center but do not have time to donate for volunteering?

Or maybe you already volunteer & are looking for more ways to contribute to the center?

Pick up an empty piggy bank and fill it with your change! Once filled, bring it to us! Your piggy bank change will support our Meals-onWheels program. We currently deliver meals to over 95 clients! This is a great way to help our home-bound senior community. Thank you!

Bring in a full piggy bank and we will treat you to lunch!

■ Second Hand Rose Thrift Store: Our store is open for shopping from 10am-2pm, MondayFriday. We would also like your donations of clothes, household items, books, games, crafts, & more. Bring it to the senior center anytime between 8:30am-4:30pm, MondayFriday. Also, tell your friends to bring their items here, too. Thank You! ■ Forgetters & Friends. This group meets the second Wednesday of each month at 1pm at the center. A comforting way to learn more about coping with Alzheimer’s Disease & Related Dementia’s.

■ Caregiver Support Group. This support

group meets at Spring Creek Inn the 2nd Thursday at noon & 4th Thursday at 5:30pm.

Caring for someone with Alzheimer’s disease can be physically and emotionally demanding.

This support group will provide help and hope to families of those with Alzheimer’s disease or other related dementia.

■ Meals-on-Wheels Needs Volunteers! Meals-

on-Wheels is in need of volunteers to deliver meals in Bozeman. Volunteers are asked to deliver meals one day a week on a permanent basis or as a substitute on an as needed basis.

Meals leave the Center at 10:30am; drivers are back in the Center by 12:00 noon. If you would like to volunteer, please call Sue, 586-2421.

■ Lone Mountain Sleigh Ride: Thursday February 12, 2015. A great winter time fun event. Ride a horse drawn sleigh up to a

cabin at Lone Mountain for an evening of great food and fun entertainment. Enjoy a prime rib dinner and all the trimmings. Cost includes transportation, sleigh ride, dinner, & entertainment, & gratuities included. Cost: $135.00 per person. Get signed up right away.

■ NEW TRIP: KENTUCKY, TENNESSEE, & NORTH CAROLINA: MAY 15 - 21, 2015. Exciting new spring trip. Fly to Louisville, Kentucky to begin the trip. Tour Churchill Downs Racetrack and the Kentucky Derby Museum. Sightseeing including Kentucky Horse Park, on to Pigeon Forge, Tennessee for the Hatfield and McCoy Dinner Show, sightseeing in the Smoky Mountain National Park and Gatlinburg.

Country Tonight Evening Show included, too.

In Asheville, North Carolina tour the beautiful, huge, Biltmore House and Gardens and much more. Itinerary available at the Sr. Center.

Cost: $2499.00 per person, double occupancy.

Experience Spring in the Deep South.

■ Pacific Northwest: July 17, 2015. Notice the date change! See the sights of Seattle and Victoria on Vancouver Island, Canada, and Leavenworth, Washington. Highlights of the trip: Pikes Market, Boeing Tour, Butchart Gardens, Bavarian Village in Leavenworth, and the Victoria Clipper Ferry Experience. Flight included. Cost: $2299.00 per person. Itinerary at Sr. Center front desk.

■ PRAGUE AND CHARTERED RIVER CRUISE ON THE DANUBE: OCTOBER 25 – NOVEMBER 4, 2015. Fantastic river cruise on the Amadeus Royal. Two nights in Prague at the beginning of the trip. Rates and itinerary at Sr. Center front desk.

■ Iceland trip. August 24 – Sept. 1, 2015: Room for just 24 people. Fantastic trip to Iceland, a land and culture forged by fire and ice. You will see glaciers, mountains, waterfalls, and plunging fjords. Begin in the capital, Reykjavik, and then travel around to the north side of the island. Fantastic adventure including, if you wish, riding Icelandic horses, relaxing in geothermal pools, seeing puffins, and Gullfoss Falls, a stunning 100 ft. cascade. Cost: double occupancy: $5,549.00, if you sign up before January 15th.

■ SNOWCOACH TRIP: March 5-6, 2015.

Enjoy Yellowstone Park in the wintertime on a fun SNOWCOACH RIDE. Travel to West Yellowstone, enjoy the afternoon and evening on your own. Your night’s stay will be at the Holiday Inn. Next morning, your adventure begins. Board a heated snowcoach for a great day in the Park, going to Old Faithful. There enjoy seeing Old Faithful at its finest. Have lunch there, visit the new Visitor’s Center, if you wish, and enjoy seeing animals along the way. Cost: $205.00 per person, includes bus fare, lodging, and snowcoach ride. Meals are

January, 2015

Bozeman January Events Schedule on your own. Get signed up right away.

■ New England Fall Foliage Trip: September 29-October 5, 2015. Itinerary is at the Senior Center front desk.

Services: 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 to set up an appointment or more information. Please note: You must be a member of the senior center and purchase a monthly computer card.

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.

AARP DRIVER REFRESHER CLASS: Wednesday Dec. 3 from 12:30-5:00pm. Call the Center, 586-2421 to register. Cost: $15.00 for AARP members, $25.00 for non-members. Room for four!

Social: There will be no pancake supper in December.

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 December 1 & 15 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 meet on Monday December 15 at 10:30am (NOT DEC. 22). This month’s book is When Women Were Birds by Terry Tempest Williams. Please stop by the center for a copy! Please note: we have 10 copies to loan out.

The Red Hat ladies will meet Tuesday December 16 at 11:30am. The place to meet is Johnny Carino’s. Order from the menu.

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, 12:30 Strong Women/Men, 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, 12:30 Strong Women/Men, 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.

Woodworkers shop members only 8:30am-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 8:30a.m. – 4p.m. 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 - Friday 12p.m.

Meals-On-Wheels delivered Monday - Friday to home bound

Support Services Association for Blind Support Group – Second Thursday of each month at 1:30p.m.

Forgetters and Friends – Second Wednesday at 1p.m.

Caregiver Support Group - now meets at Spring Creek Inn on the second and fourth Thursday of each month beginning at 4p.m. Please call Spring Creek Inn for more information, 586-0074 Gallatin Valley Multiple Sclerosis Self Help Third Wednesday of Sept. - May at 3p.m. 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

19

January Menu 1 - New Year’s Day! Center Closed 2 - Pears, Roast Turkey, Stuffing/Gravy, Squash, Fruit Pie 5 - Cottage Cheese, Chicken Parmesan, Garlic Bread, Cauliflower, Cookie 6 - Fruit, Beef Stew/Brisket, Brownie 7 - Turkey Noodle Soup, Pork Chop, Macaroni/Cheese, Broccoli, Applesauce Cake 8 - Carrot Salad, Baked Chicken, Roasted Potatoes, Carrots, Bread Pudding 9 - Cinnamon Rolls. Beets, Taco Salad, Beans, Corn Bread, Cherry Crisp 12 - Clam Chowder, Toasted Ham & Cheese Sandwich, Veggies, Pudding 13 - Mandarin Oranges/Grapefruit, Chicken Fried Steak, Hash Browns, Corn, Spice Cake 14 - Potato Soup, Baked Ham, Baked Beans, Ice Cream 15 - Coleslaw, Baked Cod, Rice, Stewed Tomatoes, Blueberry Cobbler 16 - Cottage Cheese, Meatloaf, Baked Potato, Green Beans, Lemon Cake 19 - MLK Jr. Holiday. Center Closed 20 - Tomato/Cucumber, Spaghetti, Bread, Broccoli, Cookie 21 - Oriental Slaw, Chicken Stir Fry, Egg Rolls, Cupcakes 22 - Jell-O, Roasted Pork, Mashed Potatoes, Peas, Ice Cream 23 - Vegetable Soup, French Dip, Roasted Potatoes, Carrots, Cheese Cake 26 - Pancakes/Bingo. Beets, Baked Cod, Rice, Veggies, Mousse 27 - Pea Salad, Baked Chicken, Scalloped Potatoes, Veggies, Carrot Cake 28 - Jell-O, Hot Turkey Sandwich, Mashed Potatoes/Gravy, Sherbet 29 - Fall Festival Thank you Dinner. Carrot Salad, Roast Beef, Mashed Potatoes, Peas, Cookies 30 - 3-Bean Salad, Beef Stew, Corn Bread, Butterscotch Bars Please make reservations for lunch so that we can have an adequate amount of food!

20

January, 2015

Montana’s #1 provider The recommended provider of Medical Marijuana choice of medical marijuana for six seniors in Montana. for years!

Blueberry Tahoe

BT BT

Tom uses this hybrid strain to This hybrid strain manage his Crohns Diease.

Hybrid

Blueberry Tahoe

can be used to help manage Crohns Disease.

This popular indica strain uses popular can beBetty used tothis treat indica strain to treat her Rheumatoid Arthritis.

Rheumatoid Arthritis.

ST ST Silver Tip

Silver Tip

Indica

FIND RELIEF.

www.montanabuds.com www.MoNtaNabuDs.coM If you are a patient or interested in learning more about medical cannabis, please call (406) 763-6727 or email mtbuds68@gmail.com.

Montana not promote promotethe thecasual casual recreational usemarijuana of marjuana orother any other prescription medication.

Budsthe supports the use of as a MontanaBuds Budsdoes does not or or recreational use of or any prescription medication.

MontanaMontana Buds supports use of cannabis as acannabis medication medication for forrecognized recognizedailments ailments in accordance with Montana State Law and the Montana State Medical Marijuana Program. in accordance with Montana State Law and the Montana State Medical Marijuana Program.