Prime - March 2015

rime P March 2015 In this issue: Raising Campus Kids pg. 3 In Motion pg. 4 Alaska Adventures pg. 10

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Contents:

Raising Campus Kids. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 3 In Motion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 4 Savings for Seniors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 5 Recipe Box: Vegetarianism. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 6

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.

Keeping Your Brain & Body Fit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 9 Alaska Adventures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 10 Three Rivers Senior Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 14 Park County Senior Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 15 Manhattan Senior Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 15

Membership Form Date Name Address City/State/Zip Phone Birthdate

Hollowtop Senior Citizens. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 15

Membership: New

Belgrade Senior Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 16

Payment: Cash

Bozeman Senior Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 18

Belgrade Senior Center

RSVP Volunteer Opportunities. . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 20

Starting at $189,000

Renewal Check

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

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

Active Adult Community

Three Rivers Senior Citizen Club

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

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

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

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 Steele Davis enjoys the view while goat hunting in Alaska.

Photo courtesy of Steele Davis.

Opposite Page Mary Bolick posing with one of her students.

Photo by Hannah Stiff

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Raising Campus Kids

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By HANNAH STIFF

or 36 years, Mar y As the oldest of seven chil- in Bolick

has

been dren raised in Big Timber,

raising flocks of Bolick said she knew she children. As the di- wanted to be a teacher since

rector of the one of the two she was in fourth grade. She daycares on Montana State always liked babysitting or University campus, Bolick caring for her five sisters has seen children graduate and one brother. from her preschool at age five and return years later In 1969, Bolick left home for as

university

students

or college at MSU. She studied

general,”

Bolick

said. For the families of the 55 “The children are so eager children who attend the to learn, they really are like daycare, the quality preschool option is affordlittle sponges.” able and convenient. Both ASMSU daycares are subsiThe Louise Shrunk ASMdized by student fees, makSU Daycare is located on ing them far cheaper than Garfield Street, adjacent most other early learning to the towering student centers in the state. dorms. Though Bolick often

finds herself picking trash To get to know her students – beer bottles, fast food and parents, Bolick has an hood education. Through open door policy. Her of“ I th i n k y o u h a v e t o have her college years, she dis- wrappers, an occasional fice is located in the center a pa s s i on f o r w h at you covered that she enjoyed hubcap – from the lawn in of the daycare, encircled do,” B o l i c k s a i d . “ Mine is teaching the littlest students. front of the daycare, she by the kitchen, main play feels lucky to be par t of the work i n g w i t h c h i l d r en and faculty members.

home economics and child-

their f a m i l i e s . ”

“I love the preschool age university system.

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In Motion

By HANNAH STIFF

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Anna Collins-Proper leading her Pilates class. Photo by Hannah Stiff

f you take a Pilates dio offers beautiful views After her husband’s retire- clings to, especially with class at Anna Collins- of the wildlife tucked away ment, the Collins-Proper her senior clientèle.

Proper’s

Pilates

In

Motion studio north

of Belgrade, you may find yourself gazing out the window at a pheasant or deer while taking in the Bridger Mountain views.

Those perks are additional to the fitness and flexibility that unfolds at CollinsProper’s bright home studio.

Collins-Proper converted her two-car garage into a hardwood floored Pilates studio

off Dry Creek Road between family decided to move to Montana.

Collins-Proper “Age is not a reason to stop Belgrade and Manhattan. taught Pilates classes at the moving,” the saying goes.

“If anything, it is a reason Collins-Proper, the owner Bozeman Cancer Support to get moving!” and instructor of Pilates in Community, Belgrade Senior Centers and the Belgrade Motion, first learned the Community Library, all free With her senior class, Collove of movement as a claslins-Proper mixes stretching of charge. sically trained ballerina in and strength training moveIreland. She worked her way ments. With each exercise, Collins-Proper teaches mulCollins-Proper urges her through Ireland and the rest tiple group classes and priof Europe as a jazz, mod- vate sessions each week. participants to move at their ern, Irish and ballet dancer. Many lessons are tailored own pace.

In Portugal and Washington for senior citizens, golf“Faster is not always betD.C., Collins-Proper taught ers or fly fishermen. There

in 2007. The mirrored stu- aerobic dance.

is a credo Collins-Proper

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$avings For $eniors

By HANNAH STIFF

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rom hotel stays to caffeinated drinks, there are a host of businesses that offer discounts for senior citizens. Even the Montana University system offers tuition waivers to seniors aged 65 and older.

fer specific deals for seniors, glimpse and where to go for 25 percent, depending on location. Some offers are available but many said their prices are a bargain. online only. already a bargain.

$ $$ Applebee’s

Perkins

Applebee’s offers a special senior Perkins offers a “Fifty-Five Plus” discount of 15 percent off for those menu that feature all-day break- ages 60 and older. Applebee’s fast items along with lunch and offers other deals like two for $20 dinners that make the senior disIt’s no surprise that coffee dinner items after 11 a.m. counts an extra incentive. klatches flock to restaurants where they can linger over IHOP Outback Steakhouse breakfast and socialize. It’s AARP cardholders can enalso not surprising that fast The International House of joy 15 percent off meals food joints and sit-down res- Pancakes offers 10 percent Monday – Thursday. Alcotaurants offer specials for se- off menu items to seniors 55 hol not included. niors. Many of the participat- and better.

Arby’s (55+ enjoy 10 percent off), Burger King (10 percent for 60+), McDonald’s (coffee discount), Dairy Queen (free small drink or discount on order), KFC (free small drink with entrée), Taco Bell (5 percent off for 65+), Wendy’s (10 percent off, or drink incentive).

Hotels and motels and rental car companies often offer discounts to seniors. Ages and discounts vary from business to business. ing restaurants are chains.

In the Gallatin Valley, many hoPapa John’s tels offer 10 percent off rooms Lunch and dinner spots also Bozeman breakfast restaurant salute seniors with various The pizza place offers a pro- with an AARP card. employees said they don’t of- deals and discounts. Here’s a motional code for seniors up to (Continued on page 13)

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Vegan Lentil Taco “Meat”

Recipe Box

Vegetarianism Understanding Meatless Eating

By TIFFANY JERRY

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hether it be for spiritual, ethical or health reasons, many people choose to follow a vegetarian or vegan diet. And while these terms are quite common in today’s society, for those who are unfamiliar with what they actually mean, there may be some confusion about what being a vegetarian or vegan is all about, as well as what the different types are.

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

that eliminate animal prod- ing a more plant-based diet ucts in some way. may actually decrease the risk of heart disease and “There are several different some cancers. types,” Kordick said. “The broad term vegetarian typi- Though vegetarians and vegcally refers to a lacto/ovo ans typically don’t receive vegetarian diet, and those protein from animal sources, who follow it avoid meats, Kordick said there are plenbut still consume dairy and ty of other protein sources. eggs, along with other animal by-products. Pescetari- “Vegans and vegetarians anism is the avoidance of can consume many other animal flesh with the excep- plant-based protein sources tion of fish. A vegan diet is a such as seeds, beans, nuts, diet that eliminates all meats nut butters, legumes and According to Lindsay and animal by-products, in- soy products such as tofu Kordick, a registered dieti- cluding gelatin and honey.” and tempeh, in place of animal sources,” Kordick said. tian and ACSM Health Fitness Specialist in Bozeman, Kordick said some research Many vegetables can be vegetarian diets are those has suggested that follow- good sources of protein and

many grains, such as quinoa, are higher in protein.”

Kordick said a number of meat and dair y substitutes are available on the market and can be “a good option for vegans and vegetarians.” However, Kordick said they may contain a lengthy list of ingredients.

“I encourage everyone to limit their intake of processed foods and that unfortunately may include many of these products,” she said. “Eating more whole foods is certainly the most healthful diet, whether you are following a vegetarian-type diet or not.”

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Sloppy Black Bean Joes Sloppy Black Bean Joes Serves 6

6 whole wheat English muffins 3 cups black beans, cooked (or canned and rinsed) 1 tsp olive oil 1 cup white onion, coarsely chopped 1/2 cup chopped green pepper 1- 15 oz can diced tomatoes (low sodium is best) 1/2 cup barbecue sauce of your choice (I used my “Some Like it Tangy” homemade sauce) 1 Tbsp ketchup 1 tsp honey (use agave if vegan)

While

more

plant-based

diets may help decrease the risk of some cancers and heart disease, Kordick said those who follow vegetarian and vegan diets may be at higher risk for

amounts of these nutrients Vegan Lentil Taco “Meat” Serves 6 may be beneficial.”

1 1/2 cups lentils (I used beluga lentils)

Two meatless recipes that 3 cups vegetable broth Kordick recommends are 14 oz can diced tomatoes with juice (low her vegan sloppy joes and sodium preferred) vegan taco “meat.”

1 yellow onion, chopped

developing deficiencies in

1 Tbsp chili powder

iron, vitamin B12, zinc and

2 tsp ground cumin

omega-3 fatty acids.

1/4 tsp garlic powder Dash cayenne pepper

“These nutrients are in high concentrations

in

1/4 tsp fresh ground black pepper

meats

and animal products and therefore, restricting them may lead to a deficiency,” Kordick said. Choosing a multivitamin or supplement that

contains

significant

Place all ingredients into your slow cooker and 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.

cook on low for 8-9 hours. Serve in a tortilla, on nachos, in a taco salad, etc.

Nutrition Info per 1/2 cup: 83 calories, 0 g fat, 7 g protein, 13 g carbohydrates, 3 g fiber

1 tsp liquid smoke 1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar 1 Tbsp yellow mustard (optional) In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium high heat. Add onions and sauté until they begin to soften. Add green peppers and heat for additional 3-4 minutes. Stir in diced tomatoes, barbecue sauce, ketchup, honey, vinegar, smoke, and mustard. Reduce heat to medium low and heat until sauce has reduced slightly and is thickened ~8-10 minutes. Fold in black beans and heat through ~5 minutes.

Toast English muffins and spoon sloppy joe mixture over the top. Serve openfaced or as a sandwich with lettuce and tomato.

Nutrition Info per 2/3 cup mixture on 1 English muffin: 303 calories, 2.3 g fat, 13.5 g protein, 48 g carbohydrates, 12 g fiber

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In Motion

Continued from page 4 ter,” she reminds her class weights with pushups, core of seven on a Monday morn- workouts, arm and leg circles ing. “We are not going to be and many other movements. perfectionists here today.”

Elaine Watterud first attendThe idea behind each motion ed a series of free classes is to “do the best you can do

Collins-Proper offered at the

today,”

Belgrade Community Library.

Collins-Proper

fre-

quently says. In time, doing She had never taken a Pilates the best they can do aligns class and started enjoying it with Pilates founder Joseph right away.

Pilates’ mantra: “The Pilates method of body conditions “I can do this at my age and develops the body uniformly

really enjoy it,” Watterud

and corrects posture, restores said. “Anna is a ver y good vitality, invigorates the mind teacher.” and elevates the spirit.”

Jay Winship has been taking

During each class, Collins-

classes

Proper moves around her stu-

er for four years. He says

dio, helping her clients ad-

he’s seen countless health

with

Collins-Prop-

just to a correct position or benefits from the class. For showing them an alternate Winship, it’s also provided way to do an exercise or a social element that’s enstretch. Before taking Pilates,

joyable, too.

Collins-Proper said many of her seniors did not realize

“Everybody can do it if it’s

how much strength and flex-

taught right,” Collins-Proper

ibility they have.

said.

“Nobody

feels

bad

about themselves. I want to

In time, she sees her clients’ see everyone improve.” strength and flexibility flourish. Seniors in her Pilates For more information about ColAnna Collins-Proper doing some stretches in between classes.

Photo by Hannah Stiff

class combine equipment like lins-Proper’s Pilates classes, visit rollers, strength bands and

pilatesinmotionstudio.com.

Keeping Your Brain & Body Fit As You Age

March, 2015

By Cindy Morris, Director of Community Relations Spring Creek Inn Bozeman

*Editor’s note: Excerpts from this piece were taken from Prevention Magazine and the Alzheimer’s Association.

Bite into brain foods Enrich your diet with plenty of omega-3 fats, low-glycemic index carbohydrates such as whole grains, and antioxidants.

Eating five small meals prevents dips in blood glucose levels, and glucose is the primary energy source for the brain.

be sensitive to low amounts. In one study, women low in iron missed twice as many memory questions as women with adequate levels.

Manage your stress levels Stretching and relaxation exercises help keep anxiety in check. Stress causes the body to release cortisol, and cortisol has been found to shrink the memory centers in the brain, which results in impaired memKeep yourself ory. Meditation has also been guessing proven to substantially improve Stimulate your brain by taking memory. an unusual route to work or by using your opposite hand to do Check your iron simple activities. This will help Iron helps the neurotransmitters to keep your brain working. essential to memory function properly and your body may

Control your cholesterol The plaque buildup caused by high cholesterol doesn’t only damage the veins of your heart: blockage of the blood vessels in your brain can deprive it of valuable nutrients, and cue memory problems. And it doesn’t take much plaque to block the tiny vessels, so check your cholesterol levels regularly.

We know that it is important to stay physically active, especially as we age, but it is also just as important to stay mentally active. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, maintaining an active brain may help to increase its vitality and may build its reserves of brain cells and connections. In fact, you may even generate some new brain cells.

Here are some tips to help you maintain a healthy brain: Build a better brain It’s common to experience a little brain fog as we age, but much like muscles, the more exercise you give your brain, the stronger it will be. Give your mind a workout - practice brain games, crossword puzzles, Scrabble, and memory exercises that stress verbal skills.

Focus on what you’re trying to remember Take time to think about what Keep your body fit you need to remember, whether Increased cardio can actually it’s a list of names, chores, or make your brain grow, with items to buy. Spending a few more white matter and more moments actively processing neuron connections. Take brisk your thoughts can make it easwalks each day and do stretch- ier to recall what you need to ing exercises. remember in the future.

Check your meds Many prescription drugs can affect your memory, and the older you are, the longer drugs

stay in your system. Drugs that can cause memory lapses include antidepressants, anti-anxiety drugs, beta-blockers, chemotherapy, Parkinson’s drugs, sleeping pills, painkillers, antihistamines, and statins.

Eat an apple a day... ... to keep the neurologist away. Apples have enough antioxidants to raise acetylcholine, which is an essential neurotransmitter for memory.

The same antioxidants can also protect your brain from harmful free radicals.

Sip red wine Red wine contains the compound resveratrol, which may help ward off Alzheimer’s disease. Its ability to lower cholesterol levels also helps prevent that plaque buildup in your entire body, including your brain.

This article was contributed on behalf of Spring Creek Inn Bozeman’s “ Exclusive Memory Care Community,” the residents that reside here, the families that entrust their loved ones to us and the staff whose passion knows no limits.

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Alaska Adventures

By TIFFANY JERRY

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Steele Davis looks for a good shot from his kayak in Alaska. Photo courtesy of Steele Davis.

Alaska,” Davis said. “They were a big game guide outfit and fishing and that sort of stuff. I was working for her on weekends and evenings when I could. And then when I got out of the Army I went to work for Stan Frost at Fairwell Lake Lodge. I was fish guiding there and I got my assistant guide license for big game. But I was brought up where if you kill something you eat it, so “I finally just did it,” Davis said. the big game trophy hunting His first years in Alaska were really didn’t set very well with spent in the Army, though Da- me so in about ‘86 I gave up vis also did some work at Lake that license.”

Hood whenever he had time.

Davis spent time taking care of “I was working for this lady various hunting lodges, helped out at Lake Hood at Lee’s of build a fish camp for Prince hen Steele Davis moved to Alaska from New Hampshire in 1981 he was fulfilling a family dream that spanned three generations. His grandfather and father were both hunters and trappers with dreams of life in Alaska and as a hunter and trapper himself, Davis shared that dream.

William Sound Adventures and became a father to two children, Shelbee and Baylee.

He eventually purchased property on Kodiak Island, where he started his business, Spirit of Alaska Wilderness Adventures, which is now in its 20th year.

essary supplies as well as the adventures.

“Whatever they want to do, we do it,” Davis said. “It doesn’t get dark in the summer time so we do many activities.”

Davis said in terms of popularity, there isn’t one adventure that people book more Davis said his business ofthan others and he doesn’t fers “a little bit of everything” have a favorite either - he - bear and wildlife viewing, loves them all. sea kayaking, wildlife photography, beach combing, whale “Everybody wants to fish but watching, fishing and more. the fishing is getting to be the Adventurers stay in a fully-fur- hardest because of the lack of nished cabin and, as part of fish,” Davis said. Right now the outdoor experience, pro- it’s kind of going toward the vide and prepare their own wildlife viewing, photography, food. Davis furnishes any nec- and kayaking.”

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Davis said adventurers often have the opportunity to see bears, whales, eagles, foxes, seals, sea otters, and a wide variety of birds.

“I’m always working, promoting the business, advertising, etc., there is no off time.”

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pet that eats fish. He is hoping to have the supplement ready for distribution by this fall.

In addition to the pet food supplement, Davis also has a television series on his agenda.

Currently, Davis has two locations - a remote bunkhouse “There’s a production comon Uyak Bay and a cabin on pany out in New York that Amook Island - so travelers can choose where they would the whole time going ‘there’s the nutrients are in here. It’s wants to do a TV series and like to stay. got to be something you can a human quality product that I’m going to be the main chardo with that,’” he said. you’re going to be able to acter,” Davis said. “They want Davis spends nine months out feed to your pets. I’m work- it to be a building-fixing-type of the year in Alaska running Davis had some of the salmon ing on the labeling right now. show. If you needed a deck his business, offering wilder- canned and is in the process Alaska University Fairbanks put on your cabin, you’d ask ness adventures from May of getting it ready for what has a bunch of my cans and me to come and look at it and through mid-September. In he hopes will be distribution some of my frozen product I’d look around and see what mid-September he begins his out of Bozeman. that is vacuum sealed and you’ve got for materials and hunting trips for the duration “This is pure salmon,” Davis they’re analyzing it for the la- out of what you’ve got, I’d of hunting season. said. “There’s no additives, bel content right now.” build a deck.”

During the off-season, Davis it’s just straight, fresh spring Davis said the salmon could spends the remaining three water and salmon. There’s be mixed in with a pet’s dry Davis said shooting for the months of the year in Bozeman no guts, no entrails of any food and is suitable for any show’s pilot is slated to begin with his girlfriend, Vicki Fish, a sort. It’s skin, bones, fat - all this spring in Alaska. local artist. And although it is Steele Davis and his girlfriend Vicki Fish pose on Kodiak Island. Photo courtesy of Steele Davis. technically his off-season, Davis said he never stops working on his business.

“I’m always working, promoting the business, advertising, etc.,” he said “There is no off time.”

Although his business keeps him busy for the entire year, Davis has recently started work on a new project - a pet food supplement.

“The cannery near where I live, I’ve been watching for 20 years and all of their scraps that they get, they grind up and pump into the bay and I’ve been scratching my head

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Raising Campus Kids Continued from page 3.

Mary Bolick at the ASMSU Daycare facility . Photo by Hannah Stiff

room, bathroom and banks talk with her four full-time idea of student lockers.

teachers.

how

important

pre-

ter also recognizes Bolick’s

school is. Bolick also super-

efforts to earn top ratings

vises the 25 MSU students for the preschool from the “One of the most important One of her favorite memo- who work at the daycare. Department of Public Health things we can do is greet ries is of a student trying to The ebullient college stu- and Human Services. them when they come in and tell his mother about “princi- dents supplement the teachgreet them when they leave,” pal” Bolick (a term children ers’ instruction and spend

Bolick won’t retire anytime

Bolick said. “We’re lucky we

often tether to Bolick). The much time playing with chil- soon. As she says, passion

get to see parents. That pro-

child mixed up his word and

vides great opportunity for

called

relationships.”

rather than principal. Every After more than 35 years

Leaving her door open also

Bolick

dren.

“invincible”

makes it easy to come to work. And the children keep her spr y and energetic.

time she remembers the sto-

at the daycare, accolades

ry, she smiles.

and accreditations fill the “I know I’m older, but I’m not

provides the ambient noise

halls and walls. A letter old,” Bolick said. “Children

of children playing, laugh-

Part of her job does require from former Montana gover-

keep you young. And I really

ing and occasionally crying.

meetings, paperwork and a

like the climate of campus.

Bolick often ventures from

few trips to Helena to talk to “Mary, Your commitment to You have that around you

nor Brian Schweitzer reads,

her office to cheer children, state legislators. All of that childcare does make a dif- and it does provide a great tell their parents hello and

helps the community get an ference. Go Cats!” The let-

climate of work.”

$avings For $eniors Hotels

La Quinta The chain hotel offers $10 off any room for senior citizens.

Employees did not specify an age criteria.

Hilton Garden Inn The Hilton offers 10 percent off the rate of the day for rooms.

Days Inn In addition to offering a 10 percent off rooms for seniors, the Bozeman hotel offers a madeto-order complimentary breakfast as well as free snacks in the evening including popcorn, pretzels, cookies and more.

Entertainment Bridger Bowl

Seniors ages 70-79 pay only $26 for a day lift ticket. In that same age bracket, customers also enjoy savings on multi-day passes. Anyone 80 or older skis free at Bridger.

Bohart Ranch At the cross county ski ranch 16 miles northeast of Bozeman, skiers 70 and above ski free.

The Ellen Theater Certain performances at the local playhouse are discounted for seniors 55 +. When purchasing tickets online, be sure to look for the deduction.

Regal Theater (at the Gallatin Valley Mall) Receive 30 percent off the price

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of a regular adult ticket if you are 60 years or older.

AARP cards can be used for discounts at participating restaurants and hotels around the country. The annual card fee is recouped quickly by cardholders who use the discounts.

More information is available on the AARP website.

Other websites, like seniordiscounts.com offer a free newsletter, via email, highlighting different deals for seniors. On the site, folks can browse using a zip code. Seniordiscounts.com refers customers to a variety of websites and telephone numbers for deals ranging from pet medications to wine to three-dimensional printing. For the dis-

cerning, patient buyer, seniordiscounts.com offers a plethora of savings. The site also claims to be the largest directory of senior citizen discounts.

The Senior Citizen Discount Card is a group that connects people 60 + with deals near them. Go online to SCDcard. com and enter city and state information and customize the fields where you’d like to find discounts. Seniors who find discounts on this site will receive a card to present at participating businesses. It saves the hassle of clipping coupons in one easyto-carry option. **Didn’t see your favorite business on this list? Look up their number and give them a call! You never know until you ask.

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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 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.

■ 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

please call for menu

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

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

For our full activity calendar, please visit www.parkcountyseniorcenter.com or become a member! For $10 per year, you will receive our monthly newletter and 20% off all the time at our Mainstreeter Thrift Store.

MARCH EVENTS: ■ Folk Fiddle & Contra Dance Fundraiser, Saturday, March 28th, 6:30pm The Park County Senior Center is excited to partner with Lisa Barrett of Barrett Violins for a traditional Contra Dance to be held at the Center on Saturday, March 28th! The event will raise additional funds to upgrade the Senior Center’s failing elevator and will consist of a Young Fiddler’s Concert, Contra Dance with music by The Pretty Good String Band, a Cake Walk, Raffles and Good Old-Fashioned Fun! Entry is $5 & beer and wine will be available for purchase.

No partner is necessary for the contra dance!

■ Senior Services Connection, Saturday, March 21st, 10am-2pm Services for seniors of all ages and their families or caregivers will be showcased at the Park County Senior Center again at this yearly event. Take advantage of this FREE opportunity to connect with organizations and vendors that cater to all ages of seniors in one place. Health & medical, transportation, food & financial services, companion & volunteer programs and much more! Free lunch provided by Meals on Wheels & free raffles throughout the day.

■ Swing Basics for Everyone! Thursdays, March 5th thru 19th, 6:00 7:15pm Get out, get moving, meet new people and have fun learning Swing dance! Steve and Kathi Dobelbower will be teaching three classes focusing on a 1940’s style of swing danced predominantly to big band music. They will also focus on lead and follow techniques and footwork basics for all types of swing dancing. No partner or experience needed! Just wear comfortable, cool clothes and shoes with leather or slick soles. $26 for seniors/students, $28 all others.

For more info or to sign up, call 333-2276 or email edpcscc@gmail.com.

■ Foot Clinic, Monday, March 2nd & Wednesday, March 18th, 1-4pm Under the supervision of a registered nurse, clients receive foot care that includes checking for problems, skin conditioning and treatment of common foot ailments. Suggested donation $5 per foot. By appointment only, call Alta at 222-3281. 2nd Floor of the Senior Center.

■ Computer Skills Class – Computer Health & Wellness, Friday, March 13th, 1:30-3pm This month, learn what routine things you can do to keep your computer running smooth. At County Extension Office, 119 S. 3rd St. in Livingston. Call Mary Anne Keyes for more information at 222-4159. Open to the Public and All Ages, $5 per class.

■ Jamboree & Potluck, Saturday, March 14th , 1-5pm Always the 2nd Saturday of each month at The Park County Senior Center. All welcome, tell your friends! Bring an instrument, dancing shoes and dish for the potluck that starts at 4pm. FREE and Open to the Public.

■ Alzheimer’s & Dementia Support Group, Thursday, March 19th, 1-2pm Are you experiencing the effects of Alzheimer’s either personally or due to a friend or loved one afflicted with the disease? Find support, information and fellowship by convening with others with similar experience on the third Thursday of every month. Led by a professional counselor. FREE and Open to the Public.

■ Hearing Aid Institute Free Hearing Aid Services , Monday, March 16th, 10am-12pm No appointment necessary. Clean & adust hearing instruments, discount on hearing aid batteries, ears checked for wax.

■ Hearing Aid Institute Free Hearing Tests, Wednesday, March 18th, 10am –5pm By appointment only, call 585-4669. 2nd Floor PCSC

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March, 2015

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

■ VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: We currently need volunteers to set tables and help with special events. Please call 3884711 if you are interested.

■ A We are looking for a few people to be part of our fundraising team.

Meeting is always the 3rd Thursday of each month at 10:00 a.m. at the senior center. We will be planning a Box Auction fundraiser for March 31st and our MOW fundraiser for next fall.

■ AARP Tax Aide Volunteer Assistance: Thursdays, March 5 thru April 9, 1-4:00 p.m. - Trained AARP volunteers are available to assist you in completing your tax returns each Thursday through April 9th at the Belgrade Senior Center starting February, 5th from 1-4 p.m. AARP provides tax preparation as a FREE service for taxpayers with low and middle income, with special 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 - March, 2, 4, 6, 9, 11, 13, 16, 18, 20, 23, 25, & 27 – 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 at 9:00 a.m. - Fridays at 10:00 a.m. - March 3, 6, 10, 13, 17, 20, 24 & 27 – This yoga class is designed to rebuild strength and flexibility, and improve muscle tone, strength, and stamina. Teaching us how to strengthen our core and have a positive attitude, clearing out the mind of the negative and bringing

in the positive. Come join us. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat if you have one. Ross sells mats for around $5.00.

■ Library: We have restocked our shelves with new titles for you to enjoy at great prices indeed! Please continue helping us build our library by donating books and DVDs to the center. The Belgrade Senior Center has a wonderful assortment of reading material available for purchase five days a week. Our library is open from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Open to the public.

■ NeedleAires: Mondays – March 2, 9 - 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, hats, and rugs for sale at our facility, which is located at 92 E. Cameron Ave. ■ “Big Buck Bingo”: Wednesdays – March 4, 11, 18, & 25 – 1:00 p.m. – Play “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.

■ SATURDAY AFTERNOON BINGO : Every 2nd & 4th Saturday of the Month, March 14 & 28 – 2-4 p.m. Come and play 12 games of Bingo – 3-cards per game and blackout the 12th game all for one price of $20.

Payout will be determined by number of people playing Bingo. Snacks and refreshments will be served.

■ Red Rockers Luncheon: Tuesday, March 10, 11:30 a.m. - The Wok Belgrade -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.

■ Spaghetti Dinner: Friday, March 13, 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. – Bring your family to

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

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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!

■ Belgrade Senior Center Health Fair: Monday, March 16, 10:00-11:45 a.m.■ Hearing Aid Institute: Montana Mental Health: Diabetes Center: ■ Balance: Spine and Sport: Dental health ■ Come join us for lots of great information that will help us stay healthy!

■ BOB ROSS OIL PAINTING CLASS: Monday, March 16, 12:45 – 5:00 p.m.

- Don Dixon teaches the Bob Ross style of oil painting once per month.

The cost per individual is $45 or $65 if buying supplies directly from Don. All proceeds go to Don. YOU MUST SIGN UP AHEAD OF TIME FOR THIS CLASS. ■ St Patrick’s day Dinner: Tuesday, March 17 - 12:00 Noon – Shake the dust off your green duds & call 3884711 NOW to reserve a seat for a special dinner... Enjoy a traditional corned beef and cabbage dinner and great friends. Come early to enjoy a special Tatting is not dead art presentation by Prue Edgar at 11:30 a.m. Special St. Patrick’s Day gifts are not to be forgotten.

■ Birthday Celebration: Thursday, March 19, 12:00 Noon – Any Belgrade senior center member celebrating a birthday during March is invited to participate in the birthday song and celebration! Lunch is on us!

■ Bake Sale: Thursday, March 19, 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.

■ Shrimp & Fish Fry: Friday, March 20, 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.

Support Services Free Hearing Testing and Hearing Aid Cleanings/Repairs - Tuesday, March 3, 12:30 p.m. – Hearing aid professional provides repairs, adjustments and/or cleaning. No appointment necessary.

Blood Pressure Checks – 1st & 3rd Tuesday and 2nd Thursday, 12:30 p.m.

- Retired and/or working professional nurses perform blood pressure checks.

No appointment necessary.

Free Massage – Thursday, March 5, 12, 19, and 26 - please call for appointment @ 388-4711.

Medical Equipment Loan Closet – Wheelchairs, canes, bedside commodes and walkers available on a temporary basis. Equipment and cash donations welcome.

Ongoing Activities and Services Movement in Motion – Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 9:00 – 10:00 a.m.

More Motion –Wednesday: 10:00 a.m.

Balance & Beyond Yoga – Tuesday: 9:00 a.m. & Friday: 10:00 a.m.

Clogging – Tuesday: 3:30 p.m.

Bingo – Wednesday: 1:00 p.m.

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

Canasta – Tuesdays: 12:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

March, 2015

Belgrade March Events Schedule Bake Sale – 3rd Thursday: 10:00 a.m.

Spaghetti Feed – 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

march Menu 2 – BBQ chicken & coleslaw 3 – French bread pizza 4 – Pork chops baked potatoes 5 – Hamburgers and Curly fries 6 – Chili & corn bread

Meals-on-Wheels delivered Monday through Friday to homebound individuals

9 – Italian sausage, onions & peppers

Frozen Meals available for pickup at center Monday through Friday - Call 388-4711

11 – Baked Cod & rice pilaf

FREE Birthday Dinner Celebrations on 3rd Thursdays during the month of your birthday.

13 – Pork Roast, mashed potatoes, gravy

noodles

10 – Liver and onions/hash browns/bacon 12 – Beef Enchiladas and pinto beans 16 –Pigs in a Blanket & Mac and Cheese 17 – Corned beef and cabbage & red

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20 – Vegetarian Lasagna 23 – Sloppy Joes, oven fries 24 – Ham and Potato Casserole 25 - Roast turkey, mashed potatoes, gravy 26 – Biscuits and Sausage gravy 27 – Chicken noodle soup & egg salad sandwiches

30 – Spaghetti and meat sauce, Garlic bread

31 – Teriyaki chicken, Roman Cabbage

salad

Note: All meals include a roll, salad and milk

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March, 2015

Bozeman Senior Center The senior center will be closed on Monday, February 16th for the President’s Day Holiday.

■ Beginning Bridge Lessons with Jack Stone.

Jack Stone will be teaching bridge lessons.

Dates & times TBA. Please call the senior center at 586-2421 to sign up if you are interested.

■ Do you play Maj Jongg? Would you like to learn? If you would like to play here at the Bozeman Senior Center and/or learn to play, please call Judy at 586-2421 to get your name on the interested list. We would like to start a regular group here at the Center.

■ Widowers Support Group is now being

offered the first & third Friday of each month beginning at 10:30am.

■ The Hearing Aid Institute of Bozeman will

offer free services at our center on a monthly basis beginning Wednesday March 11 from 11:30am-1:30pm. Services include: clean & check, adjustments, batteries, repairs, & wax check. No sign up necessary.

■ Our brand new (although a few months old now) website can be found at www. bozemanseniorcenter.org. Use this site to stay up to date on the latest happenin’s at the Bozeman Senior Center!

■ Have you found us on Facebook? The

Bozeman Senior Center has joined Facebook under our name ‘Bozeman Senior Center’! If you are on Facebook, be sure to ‘like’ & follow us! This is where you find articles on aging, news, fun tips on life, and your chance to post to us!

■ AARP Tax Aide Assistance: If you haven’t

already, schedule an appointment with one of our AARP Tax Aide Volunteers for a Monday (9am-3pm) or Saturday (9am-11am), through April 13. Appointments can be made by calling the Bozeman Senior Center at 586-2421.

■ Mark your calendar! Our Easter Dinner will be on Tuesday March 31 at noon. Come share the joy of Easter with friends & family at the Bozeman Senior Center. Please sign up in advance.

■ Vertigo & Dizziness Seminar: Thursday March 19 at 1:00pm. Kelsey Housman a Physical Therapist in Bozeman is set to present on coping with dizziness, vertigo, & imbalance issues. This is sure to be an informative seminar. See you there!

■ Pottery with Jane! Explore your creative

side with Jane (JK Moyles Pottery) will provides an introduction to pottery class on Friday March 6 & 13 from 1:00pm-3:00pm. Her first session covers hand building & the second session covers glazing. Jane provides 5lbs of clay, all necessary tools, glazes, & 2 hours of instruction/assistance (aka fun!). The cost for both classes is $20.00. Please pay in advance.

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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)

Interested? Call Emily at 586-2421. Space is limited to between 5 & 10 people. Deadline to sign up: Thursday March 5 at noon.

■ St. Patrick’s Day Celebration. Tuesday,

March 17 at noon. Wear green & join us for a traditional St. Patrick’s meal: corned beef & cabbage. We have invited Dennis Downing & The Wooliebuggers to provide Irish music with a special guest appearance by Alice Allen!

Don’t forget to wear green!! Please call in advance to reserve a spot for this tasty meal & wonderful entertainment: 586-2421.

■ Alzheimer’s disease & other Dementias.

Friday March 20 at 3pm. Are you affected

by Alzheimer’s disease / or another type of Dementia? Do you have questions/concerns/ comments about what to do or how you are moving forward with this diagnosis? We are inviting you (as a family member, caregiver, working professional, concerned citizen) to come and talk openly with us at the Bozeman Senior Center about this experience. Share with us what it is like to find out about this diagnosis and how you walk through the steps of management/the struggles you face. Please call 586-2421 (ask for Emily) to sign up for this unique opportunity.

■ Tea Talk. Friday March 27 at 2pm. We are

curious to know how you stayed active this winter as well as other ideas. We will share tea, ideas, & food. Please call ahead if you would like to join!

■ Senior Dance. Saturday March 14 beginning at 7pm. Join in with the Blue Spurs Band for a fun night of dancing to a variety of country/ western songs.

■ Final month to enjoy our Cross Country Skiing/Snowshoe Program! Since January, this program has been an opportunity to enjoy Bozeman’s beautiful winter scenery with new & old friends. This program is geared to relatively new and experienced skiers and snowshoers. Join us each Tuesday in March at 9:00am at the Senior Center. From there, car pool to various trails throughout the Bozeman area. Last minute questions? Contact Emily at 586-2421.

■ 2015 Winter Pedometer Program. 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. This pedometer program also includes lunches with a Canadian cuisine and videos of the parks. Prepare yourself to be inspired to get as many steps on your pedometers as you can.

A gentle reminder: start where you are, do what you can & enjoy the journey. Questions?

Contact Odessa.

■ Celebrate Spring! Monday March 16-Friday

March 20. Celebrate the beginning of a new spring by joining us for a fun-filled noon meal & program. Each day of the week we will provide a nutritious meal along with information on the unique exercise groups the Bozeman Senior Center has to offer. After all, summer is just around the corner!

■ Fresh Cinnamon Rolls on Friday March 13 at 9:30am for $1.25. We also have coffee & tea available. Join us!

■ State Day: Kansas! Thursday March 26 at noon. Enjoy a delicious lunch & learn more about the state of Kansas. If this is your native state or were ever a resident of Kansas, we will treat you to lunch.

■ Movie Afternoon: “Despicable Me”. Tuesday March 17 at 1:00pm. Come to the Rec Room to watch “Despicable Me”. This is a computer animated 3D comedy film starring Gru, three adorable orphan girls, & (the now famous) minions. If you have grandkids, this is a must see film for you! If you are looking for a good laugh, this is a must see for you!

■ Attention nurses! We would love to have your help at our monthly foot clinic service!

This is a great volunteer service to our senior population. The foot clinic is offered two Monday’s of each month. Spread the word!!! Please call Emily at 586-2421 with any questions.

■ Piggy Banks! 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-on-Wheels 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! ■ Meals-on-Wheels Needs Volunteers! Mealson-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.

■ JACKPOT, NEVADA: April 22 - 24, 2015. Travel

by Karst Stage motorcoach, stay two nights at

Barton’s Club 93 and spend as much time as you wish enjoying everything at Jackpot. Cost of the trip is $155.00 per person, double occupancy, $185.00 if you want to room alone.

■ Pacific Northwest: July 17, 2015. 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.

■ Iceland trip. August 24 – Sept. 1, 2015: Fantastic trip to Iceland, a land and culture forged by fire and ice. You will see glaciers, mountains, waterfalls, and plunging fjords. Fantastic adventure including, if you wish, riding Icelandic horses, relaxing in geothermal pools, seeing puffins, and Gullfoss Falls, a stunning 100 ft. cascade. Cost: $5549/ person, double occupancy. Get on the waiting list.

■ NEW TRIP: New England Fall Foliage. Sept.

29 – Oct. 5, 2015. Fly to Boston to begin a fantastic trip. Begin in the Green Mountain state of Vermont. On to Maine to the popular summer resort of Kennebunkport, visit the seaside village of Ogunquit. Also enjoy Cape Neddick Lighthouse. All along the way, enjoying the beautiful fall colors in yellows, oranges, and reds. Cost of the trip is $2899.00 per person, double occupancy. To room alone: $3,399.00.

■ Freeze Out Lake Day Trip: Wednesday March 25. Bus trip to Freeze Out Lake (north of Great Falls), to enjoy thousands and thousands of beautiful snow geese. Cost: $60/person.

■ Playmill Theatre in West Yellowstone.

The exciting “Mary Poppins” is showing on Wednesday May 27. And we have front row seats!!! Cost is $48.00/person. Call the center to sign up.

Services: AARP Driver Safety Program. Wednesday March 4 from 12:30pm-5:00pm. The cost for this class is $20.00 for non AARP members and $15.00 for AARP members. Please bring your driver’s license and your AARP membership card and make checks payable to AARP. Call the Center, 586-2421 to have your name put on the list.

Blood Profiles. Wednesday May 13 from 8am10am. The Medical Lab will be at the Bozeman Senior Center on Wednesday May 13 to conduct blood work. Prices vary. Call the center to make an appointment.

Computer Assistance with Jack, Paul, Jay, & Molly. Please sign up for one-on-one instruction with these wonderful volunteers. Call 586-2421 to set up an appointment or to receive

March, 2015

Bozeman March Events Schedule 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.

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.

Social: Pancake Supper & Bingo! Monday March 16 at 5:30pm. Pancake Supper is $3.50, and is served at 5:30pm. Bingo to follow with 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: Monday March 2 & Monday March 16 at 1:00pm with instructor May Mace. For more information contact Emily, 586-2421.

Cribbage Players! Join this fun group on Tuesday’s at 1:00pm. Experience welcome, but not necessary! Interested in playing, but do not know how? This group would love to teach you.

Pinochle. Thursdays at 1:00pm in the center’s

Rec Room.

March Book Club will meet on Monday March 16 at 10:30am. This month’s book is titled The Guernsey Literary & the Potato Peel Pie Society

by Mary Ann Shaffer & Annie Barrows. Picked your copy up at the Bozeman Senior Center. Ask for Emily.

The Red Hat ladies will meet at Clark’s Fork on Thursday March 19. Please note: the time to meet is 11:15am.

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 8:30am – 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-meets at Spring Creek Inn on the 2nd Thursday at noon & 4th Thursday at 5:30pm of each month. 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.

Widowers Support Group. Friday’s at 10:30am.

Please call 570-6354 for more information. 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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March Menu 2-Fruit, Chicken Fried Steak, Hash Browns, Veggies, Tapioca Pudding 3-Toss Salad, Spaghetti, Bread Stick, Broccoli, Cake 4-Cream of Coleslaw, Roast Turkey, Stuffing, Squash, Fruit Pie 5-Potato Salad, Pulled Pork, Baked Beans, Sliced Tomatoes, Cookie 6-Peaches, Taco Salad Bar, Beans, Corn Bread, Brownies 9- Pickled Beets, Chicken Stir Fry, Egg Rolls, Blueberry or Maple Desert 10-Pea Salad, Baked Ham, Macaroni & Cheese, Cauliflower, Cake 11-Veggie Soup, Baked Cod, Rice, Veggies, Brownies 12-Hard Boiled Egg/Tomato, Swiss Steak, Mashed Potatoes, Peas, Bread Pudding 13-Jell-O/Veggie, Ham & Cheese Quiche, Tomato Slices, Cherry Cobbler 16-Cottage Cheese, BBQ Chicken, Beans, Veggies, Corn Bread, Mousse 17-St. Patty’s Celebration. Pickled Beets, Corn Beef & Cabbage, Potatoes, Green Cupcakes 18-Red Beans & Rice Soup, Chicken Alfredo, Garlic Bread, Broccoli, Oatmeal Bars 19-Applesauce, Pork Roast, Baked Potato, Stewed Tomatoes, Biscuit, Rice Pudding 20-Jell-O, BBQ Ribs, Coleslaw, Corn/ Peppers, Chocolate Cake 23-Fuit, Beef Stew, Cheddar Biscuits, Cookie 24-Coleslaw, Roast Beef, Mashed Potatoes, Peas, Apple Cobbler 25-White Bean Chili, Hamburger w/ Tomato, Lettuce, Onion, Chips, Ice Cream w/ Sauce 26-Kansas State Day. Jell-O/Fruit, Chicken Fried Steak, Hash Browns, Corn, Cake 27-Toss Salad, Spaghetti, Bread Sticks, Brussel Sprouts, Butterscotch Bars 30-Tomato Slices, Baked Cod, Rice, Veggies, Ice Cream 31-Easter Celebration. Deviled Eggs, Baked Ham, Scalloped Potatoes, Green Beans, Coconut Cream Pie Please make reservations for lunch so that we can have an adequate amount of food!

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RSVP

Southwest Montana

RSVP of Gallatin County’s most recent volunteer opportunities:

Ready to Rent Classes: HRDC Housing Department is offering a comprehensive curriculum for families and individuals who have rental barriers such as lack of or porr rental history, property upkeep, renter responsibilities, landlord/tenant communication and financial priorities.

Call or email Kate at 585-4856 or for more information.

Bozeman Symphony: In need of volunteer ushers for the March and April Symphony.

HRDC VITA Program: Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program will begin at the end of January. Volunteers are needed to help with paperwork. Training is provided.

807 N. Tracy Ave., Bozeman, MT 59715 406-587-5444 ■ 206 South Main, Livingston, MT 59047 406-222-2281 ■ Margaret Mason, Director (mmason@rsvpmt.org) ■ Shannon Burke, Livingston Program Coordinator (livingston@rsvpmt.org) www.rsvpmt.org

Jessie Wilber Gallery @ The Emerson: Volunteers needed on Wednesday’s, Thursday’s, and Friday’s to greet people at the main desk, answer questions and keep track of the number of visitors. Only requirement is enjoying people.

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

Gallatin Rest Home: Volunteers wanted for visiting the residents, perhaps sharing your knowledge of a craft, playing cards, reading to a resident or use your musical talents to help entertain. Your compassion is the only requirement.

Heart of the Valley: Cats are in need of volunteers to play, cuddle and socialize. Only skill needed is your compassion and love of cats.

Museum of the Rockies: Variety of opportunities available, such as helping in the gift shop and more.

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). Items are on sale in our store in the RSVP office at the Senior Center and the Farmers Market on Saturday’s until September 13th. They are also in need of yarn for their quilting, knitting and crocheting. You can drop the yarn off at the RSVP office which is located upstairs in the Bozeman Senior Center.

Galavan: Volunteers are needed to make reminder calls and confirm rides for the following day.

American Cancer Society-Road to Recovery: Volunteers needed to drive patients receiving treatments

Warming Center: Help those that are homeless stay warm.

from their homes to the Hospital. No set schedules. Only skill needed is your compassion.

with the decorations for MSU graduation and reunion weekend. Examples of the decorations will be provided.

Bozeman Deaconess Hospital: Volunteers are 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.

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.

Volunteers are needed for overnight shifts at the center. Training is provided.

Three Forks Food Bank: Volunteer needed on Mondays and/or Thursday’s to help with administrative duties, including answer phones and questions, some paper and computer work. They will train.

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

Befrienders: Befriend a senior; visit on a regular weekly basis.

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

Community Café: Brush up on your computer skills by 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.

RSVP of Park County

Currently has the following opportunities: Fall is on the way and RSVP has so many places for you to become involved in your community.

Meals on Wheels: has a need for substitute drivers to deliver meals to seniors in their homes.

Transportation: drivers are always needed to help patients keep their Doctor’s appointments. Some gas mileage assistance may be provided.

The Shane Center: would like volunteers to be the “gate-

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: Deliver commodities to seniors in their homes once a month.

Deliveries in Belgrade are especially needed.

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

Wanting to help others is the only requirement.

Big Brothers Big Sisters: Be a mentor and an encouraging role model for a child. Donate one hour a week of your time to enrich and make a difference in a boy or girl’s life. Also needed is a Community Program Mentor, who matches children and adults to find that perfect fit for both.

Mainstreeter Store: is looking for someone who enjoys working with the public. Come help greet customers, ringing up purchases, labeling and hanging clothes and accepting donations.

(You also get first pick at those donations).

City of Livingston: has a need for volunteers to help with mailings and other work stations that do require standing and walking.

keeper” of the building on Tuesday’s or Friday’s, answering questions or show visitors around. There’s also a need for volunteers to do research on the old East Side School building itself. If you’re an organized person who would enjoy visiting with older teachers and students collecting stories and finding old pictures of them and the building itself, we have a need for you.

Fix-It- Brigade: needs volunteers of all ages and skill levels to help with small home repairs such as mending a fence, cleaning up a yard, weatherization or something as simple as changing light bulbs. You will be helping seniors or veterans for a 2 hour or less task on your time schedule. Shovel snow for a senior this winter and feel good about getting exercise while helping someone in need.

Livingston Health & Rehab: Activity volunteers needed

The Food Pantry and Loaves and Fishes: has a need

weekends for bingo callers and movie showings, M-F 9-11 AM for coffee and reading the local news, Tues. & Thurs 7 PM movie night.

for volunteers who are concerned about helping hungry people by serving them and feeling good about yourself. Put your cooking skills to use and help feed the hungry.

MSU Alumni Association: In need of volunteers to help

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!!

Please call Debi 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.

Stafford Animal Shelter: needs kindhearted people to socialize with the cats and kittens and walk the dogs. Come share your love with an affectionate and joyful animal.

Links for Learning: Spend one hour a week either Tues or Weds with a child after school helping with homework, reading or playing games. Ages from 1st to 5th grades.

RSVP Handcrafters: Meet once a week making new friends as you work on crocheted and knitted caps and scarves so every child at Head Start can be warm this winter. We are also making gifts for the prenatal classes. Come join in as we visit, laugh and work on Thursdays at 1 PM at the Senior Center.

Yellowstone Gateway Museum: has an array of exciting projects in the making. Come learn about our local history. Your ancestors might even be in it.

RSVP: Has many one-time events, including mailings and fundraising events that require volunteers. It is a good opportunity to meet new people and see old friends while offering a helping hand.

Contact Deb Downs, RSVP Program Coordinator 111 So. 2nd St. Livingston, MT 59047 Phone (406) 222-2281 Email:livingston@rsvpmt.org