Photo courtesy of Lyle Cigler Bridger Mountain FORD Club members display their vehicles.
CLASSIC CAR ENTHUSIASTS SHARE THEIR PASSION WITH OTHERS
By Jennifer Verzuh
Everyone has a mustang story about someone in their family,” according to Lyle Cigler.
And Cigler has plenty of such stories himself. He’s been collecting and fixing up Ford Mustangs since he was 15 years old. He’s now 67 and owns five 1960s era Mustangs, though over the years he reckons he’s bought and sold vehicles over 40 times.
“I’ve worked my way up to a nice collection,” he said.
Cigler enjoys sharing his passion
for cars with others though, and is the former president and an active member of the Bridger Mountain FORD Club.
Since 1978, the club has brought together owners of all Ford vehicles (show cars or not) to talk cars, trade expertise, offer advice, go on drives and attend car shows together. Members range in age from folks in their 20s all the way up to 80 year olds, though they still all share the “same love for their car,” Cigler said.
“Mainly it’s a network of ‘who do you know that can paint this?’ ‘Who do you know that can
upholster this?’” he said. “Some people are mechanically inclined and some people are not, so that’s why you’re a part of a club like this.”
The group gathers once a month for a short meeting, cruise and an ice cream run. They’ll also take the opportunity to discuss and make plans to attend upcoming car shows.
The group attends about 7 shows a year with the aim of connecting with others who share their hobby.
“It’s not just to show off the cars, it’s to meet people with like
interests,” he said.
One car show they always make a point to attend is Bozeman’s very own upcoming annual Cruisin’ on Main” Car Show, which feels like a “kind of homecoming” to Cigler.
The event, now in its 24th year, will take place on August 18th and is put on by the Downtown Bozeman Association, partnering with the Cancer Support Community (CSC). A free event taking over downtown, it celebrates classic cars, trucks and motorcycles, and has brought over 8,000 attendees in past
Photo courtesy of Cancer Support Community Montana
The winner of last year’s Best in Show at Cruisin On Main poses with his award
years and raised a total of $150,000 for CSC.
“It brings the community together to enjoy sunshine and cars, help downtown businesses thrive all while supporting an amazing cause that impacts so many of our friends and neighbors,” CSC Montana Development Director Jasmine Surina said via email.
That social community aspect and the opportunity to reconnect with people is one of the coolest aspects of the show for Cigler.
“You get to kind of have a lot of your friends come down and see how you’re doing,” he said. “It’s just saying hi to a lot of old acquaintances that you’ve had for years.”
He also hopes the event will help spark young adults and kids’ interest in automobiles and keep the classic car hobby alive. He even encourages children to jump behind the wheel of one of his Mustangs for a picture during the show.
“A lot of these owners of cars we’re getting 65, 75 years old and if we don’t nurture some of these younger people who are coming into the workforce, where are these cars gonna go?”
For Ford owners interested in getting involved with the Bridger Mountain FORD Club you can call Lyle at 406-581-1149 to learn more or visit the group’s Facebook page.
Photo courtesy of Lyle Cigler
SERENITY OR RAGE?
By Chérie Newman OLLI at MSU volunteer
Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about the Serenity Prayer, specifically the part that says, “Grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change.” Right now, I am not feeling serene about getting older, which certainly qualifies as something I cannot change.
One of the (many) frustrating aspects of aging is watching helplessly as my options peel away, one by one. That long-dreamed-of solo sailing trip around the world? Not gonna happen. High-risk, high-yield financial investments? Nope. Too risky. A raucous 50th wedding anniversary party? Not unless I get married immediately and live to the age of 121.
The list of possibilities for my future used to be long and exciting. Now, I feel like a human artichoke with parts of me being pulled off by a maniacal, rowdy reveler.
In the past, my fierce inner mountain goat and I scampered up and down mountain trails across Montana, Utah, Washington, Colorado, Nevada and California. These days, however, while I can still hike up steep trails, I must decide in advance how to descend. Will I scoot down the vertical parts
on my butt, do a backward hunch walk (forcing oncoming hikers to encounter my ancient derrière), or call Search and Rescue to airlift me off the mountain?
Throughout my youth, middle and late-middle years, I worked out in gyms. I played racquetball, soccer, basketball and softball.
I walked 10,000+ steps most days. I often rode a bike instead of driving. I was determined to glide into my golden years fit and healthy. Turns out, determination cannot overcome biology. Darn it.
Walking down steep inclines now hurts my knees, and my quadriceps aren’t as strong as they used to be. But I still love to hike, and I kind of enjoy strategizing my way off mountains, even if I look like a lame stork doing it. My social strategies haven’t been as successful, though.
I arrived in my golden years still fairly robust and overly enthusiastic about this unexplored territory. Until that is, the wall of social prejudice I slammed into knocked me senseless—as in I couldn’t make sense of the thing called ageism. What did it have to do with me? I didn’t think of myself as elderly, but, evidently, everyone else did.
When I arrived at a senior living facility to scout the space
where my band was scheduled to perform, the staff assumed I was disoriented and lost or a prospective tenant. They offered to escort me back to my room or the marketing office. When I got a part-time job with a landscaping company, young men rushed over to help whenever I tried to carry equipment or transfer tree limbs from a truck to the trash container.
During my previous search for work in “professional” environments, I noted the looks of horror when my wrinkled face entered the interview room. Those kinds of responses were startling at first, then depressing. My resume and experience matched the job description, which was why they had contacted me for an interview. But when they saw me, people judged and assumed.
Don’t we all?
After I gave up on pursuing professional employment through the traditional method, it took a while to convince the owners of the landscaping company to hire me. They didn’t think I was physically capable of doing the work, which required lifting “up to 30 pounds” (the phrase included in job descriptions that’s supposed to deter older workers from applying) and driving a company truck.
But after I flexed a bicep, assured them of my spotless driving record and delivered a speech about the dependability of older workers, they agreed to give me the job.
Fifteen months later, they’re very happy about that decision. And I’m grateful to them for pushing beyond their biased ideas about oldsters. But what happens when
this job, or any job, is no longer an option because I physically can’t do the work? How will I find serenity when mountain hikes are no longer possible?
As my body continues to age (darn it), it looks like I’ll finally be forced to accept its limitations— forced into the serenity of acceptance. Now, there’s an oxymoronic collection of words. Or I could decide to become a raging curmudgeon. I could choose to go with Dylan Thomas, who advised, “Old age should burn and rave at close of day; Rage, rage against the dying of the light.” Serenity or rage? Now, that’s an option no one can peel away from me.
6 Easy-to-Grow PERENNIAL FLOWERS
Jan Cashman has operated Cashman Nursery in Bozeman with her husband, Jerry, since 1975.
By Jan Cashman
Perennials are a great way to brighten up your flower garden year after year. There are hundreds of varieties to choose from, many of which are easyto-grow, low-maintenance and long-lived. How do you pick? Here are six of my favorites, all of which grow easily in my perennial garden:
SEDUM: The sedum I have in my perennial garden is called Angelina. Most of the lowgrowing sedums act as spreading ground covers, grown more for their foliage rather than their flowers. Sedums grow well in hot spots; they are succulents, and don’t need a lot of water. Angelina is bright yellow with needle-like leaves.
Sedums come in two forms: spreading and upright. An upright sedum with four seasons of interest is called Autumn Joy. In the spring it emerges from the ground with pale green succulent leaves that look like little cabbages. Then it grows to about 18” with interesting flower heads that turn a rosy-red in late summer and stay that way into late fall, even after a frost. Wait to cut them back until spring so they provide winter interest in your garden.
HARDY GERANIUMS:
These easy-to-grow perennial flowers top my list of favorites for many reasons—their long bloom time being one of them. The ‘Rozanne’ hardy geranium, the 2008 perennial of the year, is a big
plant (3 feet across) that produces pretty, large blue flowers.
Another favorite geranium of mine is Biokovo, a much smaller plant that spreads easily with pale pink flowers. All hardy geraniums grow in sun to partial shade and bloom in mid-summer with a long blooming period. The only disadvantage of these hardy plants is they reseed readily in the flower bed, sometimes too readily.
HOSTAS: These flowers come up every year in my shade garden no matter how harsh the winter has been. Hostas are grown for their ornamental leaves; their blooms are not outstanding. Some hostas have green and white leaves, others green with yellow or chartreuse. Many have interesting leaf textures. Size varies—some grow as big as 36” across, others are smaller. I have a few miniatures; one called mouseears that is less than 6” across. Unfortunately though, deer like to eat hosta.
ECHINACEA OR PURPLE CONEFLOWER:
These sun-loving, daisy-like flowers have become very popular the last few years. New bright colors have been bred: they aren’t just pinkish-purple or white anymore. I have planted some in one area of my garden—they have spread and seem to be perfectly winter hardy. A new series of echinacea is called “Sombrero” which includes a pretty “Lemon Yellow” flower and an intense “Salsa Red.”
MONARDA: If you want to attract butterflies and
hummingbirds, plant Monarda. Monarda, also known as “Bee Balm,” blooms in mid-summer with pink, red or purple blooms. Because bee balm has a pleasant but strong fragrance (it’s in the mint family), deer stay away from Monarda.
RUSSIAN SAGE: Because of its drought tolerance and ease of growth, we love Russian Sage (Perovskia atriplicifolia). This sun-loving tall (3 to 5 feet) plant producers blue flowers in the fall when most other flowers are done blooming, and is quite popular with gardeners. There are also dwarf forms such as Little Spire that grow to less than 2 feet. Most of these easy-to-grow perennial flowers are drought tolerant and deer-resistant. Plant them and enjoy!
OLD GUY VOCABULARY
By Jim Drummond
We were all aware that he had just returned from a trip to the eastern side of the state.
Eventually We had a few new visitors at the old guy waterhole this week. One of the fellows invited his cousin and someone else asked a neighbor to stop
in. Several of the regulars were leaning forward anticipating some brutal scrutiny of the intruders.
A fellow at the end of the table looked at one of the newcomers and asked, “What projects do you have lined up for the rest of the day?”
The question is standard for all newbies at the waterhole. If the
Jim Drummond is a retired banker and Bozeman native.
answer is ‘polishing silverware,’ ‘finishing embroidery on a quilt’ or ‘shopping for an apricot colored golf shirt’, the newcomer fails the test. If the answers include ‘replacing spark plugs in my pickup,’ ‘chainsawing firewood’ or ‘finishing another batch of homemade beer,’ the rookie passes the first round and is welcome to join the group for the day. When the project question was posed to the neophyte cousin, he responded, “I have to apply caulking around a bathtub today. Frankly, I can’t stand caulking projects. When you cut the end off the tube a big worm of caulking erupts and gets all over the floor. Then, when you try to lay caulking along a gap the bead is either too big or too small. And when I try to level it off with my finger it gets all over my hands, then my clothes and in my hair. I hate to caulk. “
Someone else asked, “Do you practice your vocabulary when you’re applying caulk?”
The newcomer replied, “I sure do. I’ll probably practice some words that I haven’t used since I mounted a new garbage disposal last year. I’ve forgotten a few good words but they’ll probably come back to me as I line the bead of caulk along the rim of the tub. The last time
I caulked a tub I got a big glob of caulking all over my trousers and ran out of words. I went over to my neighbor to help me out. He keeps a list posted in his shop and I was able to use a few of his best ones when I caulked where the linoleum and tub meet on the floor. I doubt that I could have finished the project without my neighbor’s help.”
One of the fellows down the table reached into his vest pocket and pulled out a folded sheet of paper. He handed it to the newcomer and commented, “I keep my vocabulary list with me at all times. I never know when I might get a flat tire or have a dead battery and need to use it. Will you use all of these words?”
The newcomer looked the list up and down and replied, “I’ll probably use most of them, but there are a couple I forgot about. Do you mind if I take some notes? I’m fixing some holes in a wall with joint compound next week and may as well broaden my vocabulary.”
Everyone in the group looked at each other and nodded. ‘Cuz’ passed his first go-round of testing.
Somebody looked at newcomer number two and inquired, “What’s your opinion about Roomba robotic vacuum cleaners?”
It was obvious that the fellow had been forewarned of our trial. Thick beads of sweat started to form on his forehead. One slowly trickled past his eye, down his cheek and fell to the table top. He sheepishly responded, “We have one and it
makes my life easier. I have more time for dusting and mopping now.”
The fellow at the end of the table groaned. A couple of the other gents shook their heads.
The newcomers face paled as he realized what was just admitted. He looked around the table for a moment, then bravely added, “But the problem with a Roomba is that it keeps bumping into my barbells and gun cabinet. Last week it sucked up the laces on my best pair of logging boots and almost caused an explosion when it hit my welding tanks. It even tried to ingest my nail gun. You have to be extremely wary while employing Roombas.”
Several of the group sighed with relief as the initiates’ eyes scanned the table for support. A couple of the fellows remained stone faced, still unconvinced about the nwcomer.
Somebody continued the line of inquiry, “What do you like best about your Roomba?”
The newcomer answered, “I’m not under pressure any longer when my mother-in-law visis.”
Someone else inquired, “How so?”
The newcomer responded, “Now when she’s a guest, she follows the Roomba around the house and bellows at it instead of me when a spot gets missed.”
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GET OUT THERE Taking the Bus
By Kristin VanDeWalle
One of the fundamental reasons seniors can become isolated and lonely is because they are no longer able to drive. When seniors
join Befrienders, many express a desire to get out of their homes, whether for grocery shopping or simply taking a drive in the country. Fortunately, there is another option for seniors to get out into the community and maintain their independence: a zero-fare transit system, allowing seniors to board and ride for no cost.
In the Gallatin Valley, we are
fortunate to have HRDC, a community action organization that addresses pressing community needs. HRDC operates both the Streamline bus service and Galavan, a paratransit service. These services are crucial for ensuring that seniors remain connected and engaged with their community.
The Streamline Bus routes provide service to and from Bozeman,
Belgrade and Livingston. Streamline also connects with the Skyline Bus System for travel to and from Big Sky, expanding the reach and accessibility for seniors. This extensive network means that seniors can easily visit friends, attend appointments, and participate in community events without the need for a personal vehicle or fee-based service.
Galavan, offering ADA-compliant
Executive Director of Befrienders, a nonprofit that enhances the lives of seniors through volunteer companionship and support. She encourages seniors to ‘Get Out There’ into the community to combat isolation and loneliness.
transportation, serves seniors and people with disabilities in Bozeman, Belgrade and Three Forks with door-to-door, on-demand service to medical visits, social events and other appointments. This service is especially valuable for those who need a little extra assistance, ensuring that all seniors have access to reliable and safe transportation.
To introduce more seniors to these invaluable services, Befrienders will be taking an outing on the Streamline Bus. This will be an opportunity for seniors who have never experienced the Streamline Bus to take a ride from the Bozeman Senior Center to the Bozeman Public Library and back, including a transfer at the Downtown Transfer Station.
Participants will learn how to use the transportation services provided by HRDC and be able to check ‘Getting Out There on the Bus!’ off their bucket list! If you are interested in joining Befrienders on this outing August 15, please give us a call.
If you would like to try out the bus at another time, please contact the Streamline Bus for your nearest bus stop and directions to your desired destination. There are many great places to visit on the Streamline Bus. Some suggestions for seniors in the Gallatin Valley include city or county parks, downtown Bozeman or Belgrade, the MSU campus, a public library, a hospital or clinic and various shopping centers & malls. There are so many places to go and see!
Public transportation is not only convenient but also significantly safer. According to the American Public Transportation Association, traveling by public transportation is 10 times safer per mile than traveling by automobile. In addition, one can reduce his or her chance of being in
an accident by more than 90% simply by taking public transportation. This added safety is a significant benefit for seniors who may have concerns about driving or navigating busy roads.
For more information: on Befrienders visit befriendersbozeman.org or call 406-522-8169. To learn more about Streamline & Galavan visit StreamlineBus.com or call 406-5872434.
By ‘Getting Out There’ with these transportation options, seniors in the Gallatin Valley can continue to lead active, engaged lives, enjoying all that the community has to offer while staying safe and connected.
STREAMLINE BUS ROUTES FOR SENIORS:
Bozeman Senior Center to Gallatin Valley Mall
Getting There
1. Wait at the Tamarack and Tracy stop (Stop #49) to board the Brownline Eastbound
2. Ride to Mendenhall and Black Ave (Downtown Transfer Station) and dismount the bus
3. Board the Purpleline Westbound all the way to the Gallatin Valley Mall
Getting Back
1. Walk to the Main and College stop (Stop #26) to board the Purpleline Eastbound
2. Ride to Mendenhall and Black Ave (Downtown Transfer Station) and dismount the bus
3. Load the Brownline Westbound and ride to the Senior Center
Bozeman Senior Center to Public Library
1. Wait at the Tamarack and Tracy stop (Stop #49) to board the Brownline Eastbound
2. Ride to Mendenhall and Black Ave (Downtown Transfer Station) and dismount the bus
3. Take the Purpleline Eastbound to the Bozeman Public Library (Stop #35) Getting Back
Getting Back
1. Walk to the E. Mendenhall stop (in front of BYEP). Make sure you are on the westbound side of the street. Board the Brownline
2. Ride the Brownline all the way back to the Bozeman Senior Center
Bozeman Senior Center to Bozeman Health
Getting There
1. Wait at the Tamarack and Tracy stop (Stop #49) to board the Brownline Eastbound
2. Ride to Mendenhall and Black Ave (Downtown Transfer Station) and dismount the bus
3. Take the Purpleline Eastbound to Bozeman Health (Stop #1)
Getting Back
1. Load the Purpleline Westbound in front of the ER
2. Ride to Mendenhall and Black Ave (Downtown Transfer Station) and dismount the bus
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ou can’t predict financial emergencies—but you can prepare for them. To do that, you can build an emergency fund to pay for unexpected expenses, some of which may be sizable. Without one, you might be forced to dip into your investments, possibly including your retirement accounts, such as your IRA or 401(k). If this happens, you might have to pay taxes and penalties, and you’d be withdrawing dollars that could otherwise be growing over time to help pay for your retirement.
In thinking about such a fund, consider these questions:
• How much should I save? The size of your emergency fund should be based on several factors, including your income, your spouse’s income and your cost of living. However, for most people in their working years, three to six months of total expenses is adequate.
Once you’re retired, though, you may want to keep up to a year’s worth of expenses in your emergency fund — because you don’t want to be forced to cash out investments when their price may be down, and you may not be replenishing these accounts any longer.
• How can I build an emergency fund? Given all your normal expenses—mortgage, utilities, food, transportation and others—
How Strong Is Your Emergency Fund?
you might find it challenging to set aside some extra money in an emergency fund. But you do have opportunities.
If you’re working, you could set up a direct deposit so that part of your paycheck goes directly into your emergency fund. You could also save a portion of any extra income you receive, such as bonuses and tax refunds.
• Where should I keep the money? An emergency fund has two key requirements: You need to be able to access the money immediately and you need to count on a certain amount being available. So, it’s a good idea to keep your emergency fund in a liquid, low-risk account that offers protection of principal. For this fund, you’re less interested in growth than you are in stability. But because interest rates have
recently changed, you may be able to get a reasonable return without sacrificing liquidity or safety.
• What types of emergencies should I prepare for? Your emergency fund could be needed for any number of events: a job loss or early retirement, housing or auto repairs, unreimbursed medical bills, unexpected travel and so on. But this fund may also be needed to help you cope with other threats.
One final word about an emergency fund: It takes discipline to maintain it and to avoid tapping into it for everyday expenses or impulse purchases. The name says it all—this is a fund that should only be used for emergencies. By keeping it intact until it’s truly needed, you can help yourself weather many of the storms that may come your way.
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Consider this: In 2023, the U.S. saw a record 28 weather and climate disasters, each of which resulted in at least $1 billion in damages—and often many times this amount—according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Depending on where you live, your home or business may be susceptible to tornadoes, floods, wildfires, hurricanes and extreme heat and cold waves. These events can, and do, result in property repair and relocation costs, higher insurance premiums and even price increases for basic goods, such as groceries and prescription medications.
Meal Service in Senior Centers:
Belgrade MENU
Meals on Wheels Delivery: Monday through Friday. Call to find out how to qualify for this program. Center meals: Monday through Friday at 12 p.m. Call before 10 a.m. to sign up.
AUG. 1 Salad/Fruit, Chicken Sir Fry, Rice, Egg Rolls, Dessert
AUG. 2 Salad, Meatball Subs, Vegetables, Fruit
AUG. 5 Salad Beef & Noodle, Vegetables Fruit
AUG. 6 Salad/Fruit, Breakfast Casserole, Vegetables, Dessert
AUG. 7 Salad, Beef Enchiladas, Vegetables, Fruit
AUG. 8 Salad/Fruit, Pork Chops, Scalloped Potatoes, Vegetables, Dessert
AUG. 9 Salad, Fish & Tots, Vegetables, Fruit
AUG. 12 Salad, Spaghetti & Meatballs, Vegetables, Fruit
AUG. 13 Salad/Fruit, Pulled Pork, Chips, Vegetables, Dessert
AUG. 14 Salad, Biscuits & Gravy, Hashbrowns, Vegetables, Fruit
AUG. 15 Salad/Fruit, Hot Turkey Sandwich, Mashed potatoes, Vegetables, Dessert
AUG. 16 Salad, Pizza, Fruit
AUG. 19 Salad, Meatloaf, Potatoes, Vegetables, Fruit
AUG. 20 Salad/Fruit, Chicken Fajitas, Spanish Rice, Dessert
AUG. 21 BIRTHDAY LUNCH- Salad, Baked Ham, Sweet Potatoes, Vegetables, Cake & Ice Cream
AUG. 22 Salad/Fruit, Chicken Fried Steak, Mashed Potatoes, Vegetables, Dessert
AUG. 23 Salad, Hoagie Grinder, Salad Bar, MOW: Sub Sandwiches, Vegetables, Fruit
AUG. 26 Salad, Fried Chicken, Cheesy Grits, Vegetables, Fruit
AUG. 27 Salad/Fruit, Hamburger Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, Vegetables, Dessert
AUG. 28 Salad, Chicken Salad on Croissants, Vegetables, Fruit
AUG. 29 BREAKFAST CLUB- Salad, Bean & Sausage Cassoulet, Vegetables, Dessert
AUG. 30 LABOR DAY PICNIC- Cheeseburgers, Salads, Chips, Dessert
Meals on Wheels Delivery: Monday – Friday. Call to find out how to qualify for this program.
Center meals: Monday-Friday 12:00 p.m. - Call before 10:00 a.m. to sign up
Fitness Classes will be held in the Quaw Gym at Southview and Broadway in Belgrade.
EXERCISE:
Full Body Workout: 9 a.m. Mondays, Fridays (Quaw Gym) 9:30 a.m. Tuesdays, Thursdays (Quaw Gym)
Line Dancing: 9:30 a.m. Mondays
Yoga: 9:00 a.m. Wednesdays (Quaw Gym)
Zumba: 1 p.m. Wednesdays
Ball Room Dancing 10:30 a.m. Thursdays (with Open Dance at 10:15 a.m.)
Walking Group: 8:30 a.m. Tuesdays, Thursdays
SOCIAL ACTIVITIES:
Pinochle: 12:30 p.m. Mondays
Ukulele Class: 9:45 a.m. Instruction and 10:45 a.m.
Group Play-Along Tuesdays
Arts & Crafts: 12:45 p.m. Tuesdays
Bingo: 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays
Sing-Along: 11:30 a.m. Thursdays
Needle Aires: 9:30 am Fridays
Bingo: 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays
Sing Along: 11:30 a.m. Thursdays
Needle Aires: 9 a.m. Fridays
August 2: Fireside Book Club at 1 p.m.
August 2: August Birthday Lunch
August 29: Breakfast Club
August 30: Labor Day Lunch
Call 406-388-4711 for more information
Bozeman MENU
807 North Tracy • (406) 586-2421 • www.bozemanseniorcenter.org
Shannon Bondy, shannon@bozemanseniorcenter.org (Executive Director)
Kristi Wetsch, krisi@bozemanseniorcenter.org (Director Program & Marketing)
This menu is subject to change due to the availability of food. You must call us at 586-2421 by 1:00 p.m. the day before or earlier to make a reservation.
Meals are served from 12 to 12:15 p.m.
The cost of the meal is a suggested donation of $5 for people 60 and over and $7 for people under 60 (this is not a suggestion donation).
Large salads are served every day at the center. The cost is $7.00.
You must call in a day ahead for the salad.
AUG. 1 – Green Salad, Loaded Baked Potato, Mixed Vegetables, Garlic Bread
AUG. 2 – Fresh Fruit, Open Faced Tuna Melt, Potato Wedges, Roasted Brussel Sprouts, Chocolate Chip Cake with Strawberry Icing
AUG. 5 – Green Salad, Oyster Chowder, Corn, Hard Roll
AUG. 6 – Pasta Salad, Chicken Strips, Roasted Potatoes, Mixed Vegetables, Biscuit, Root Beer Float, Jell-O
AUG. 7 – Green Salad, Turkey and Dumplings, Wild Rice, Parmesan Peas
AUG. 8 – Green Salad, BBQ Burger, w/Cheddar, French Fries, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Jam-Filled Crumb Bar
AUG. 9 – Pea Salad, Baja Fish Tacos with Mango Salsa, Rice, Beans
AUG. 12 – Fruit, Smothered Pork Chops, Mashed Potatoes, Peas, Dinner Roll, Chocolate Pudding with Oreo Crumble
AUG. 13 – Green Salad, Beef and Barley Soup, Carrots, Pretzel Roll
AUG. 14 – Fruit, Cobb Salad with chicken, Corn, Onions, Croutons, Blue Cheese, Carrots, Hard Boiled Egg, Roll, Pear Cranberry Crisp
AUG. 15 – Slaw, Maple Glazed Salmon, Lemon Smashed Potatoes, Roasted Broccoli
AUG. 16 – Fruit and cottage Cheese, Meatloaf, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Carrots, Roll, Coconut Custard
AUG. 19 – Caesar Salad, Ham and Pineapple Pizza, Fresh Vegetables, Marinara for Dipping
AUG. 20 – Green Salad, Beef and Broccoli, Rice, Wonton, Cookie
AUG. 21 – Cruise Lunch: Fruit Salad, Jamaican Jerk chicken, Beans and Rice, Grilled Peppers
AUG. 22 – Tomato Salad, Rueben Sandwich, French Fries, Green Beans, Mocha Cheesecake Bar
AUG. 23 – Fruit, Breakfast Burrito with Bacon, Hash Browns, Creamed Spinach
AUG. 26 – Asian Salad, Teriyaki chicken Wrap, Mixed Vegetables, Egg Roll, Nutty Apple Dump Cake
AUG. 27 – Potato Salad, Bratwurst on a Bun, Peppers and Onions, Potato Chips
AUG. 28 – Green Salad, Seafood Salad Sandwich, Corn Chowder, Carrots, Cookie
AUG. 29 – Green Salad, Beef Stroganoff, Green Beans, Garlic Bread
AUG. 30 –Football Color Day: Fruit, Chili with Cheese, Carrots, Celery Sticks, Fritos, Lemon Bread
Allergy statement for all Meals-On-Wheels foods: Menu items may contain or come into contact with WHEAT, EGGS, PEANUTS, TREE NUTS, FISH, SHELLFISH, SOYBEANS, and MILK. Meals are now being served at the Bozeman Senior Center.
Yellowstone Senior Center MENU
AUG. 2 – Green Salad, Spicy Orange Glazed Chicken, Rice, Mixed Vegetables, Brownie
AUG. 7 – Green Salad, Roast Beef, Mashed Potatoes, Carrots, Biscuit, Cake
AUG. 9 – Green Salad, Taco Bar, Rice, Refried Beans, Brownie
AUG. 14 – Green Salad, Sloppy Joe, Tater Tots, Mixed Vegetables, Cake
AUG. 16 – Green Salad, Hamburger Goulash, Mixed Vegetables, Brownie
AUG. 21 – Green Salad, Pulled BBQ Chicken Sandwich, Potato Salad, Cake
AUG. 23 – Green Salad, Bratwurst, Baked Beans, Macaroni Salad, Brownie
AUG. 28 – Green Salad, Hamburger, Mashed Potatoes, Brown Gravy, Vegetables, Cake
AUG. 30 – Green Salad, Chicken Noodle Casserole, Mixed Vegetables, Brownie
• Board meetings are held on the third Friday of each month at 10 a.m.
• Bozeman Senior Center’s Second Hand Rose is open Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• The Bookstore is open Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Accepting donations for Second Hand Rose on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays
from 10 a.m to 2 p.m.
• Accepting donations for the Christmas Store anytime during business hours.
*These dates and times are subject to change dependent upon volunteer and staff availability. Please call 586-2421 to be sure before you shop or bring donations!
BOZEMAN SENIOR CENTER TRAVEL DEPARTMENT
Judy Morrill, Travel Coordinator • 1 (406) 586-2421
Office Hours: Mondays and Wednesdays, 10:00 to noon.
All the other trips are full.
All major trips for 2024 are sold out or past the deadline to sign up for them.
*TRIPS FOR 2025:
-HOLLAND, BELGIUM RIVER CRUISE, APRIL 2025.
-SUNNY SAN DIEGO AND SO CAL HIGHLIGHTS, FEBRUARY 20, 2025
-HISTORIC SAVANNAH AND CHARLESTON, OCTOBER 24, 2025
-ICELAND, AUGUST 2025 (BROCHURES WILL BE AVAILABLE SOON)
*Brochures are available at the Bozeman Senior Center.
HOPE
YOU HAVE A WONDERFUL AUGUST!
AUG. 1 – Jell-O, Chili Dog, Macaroni Salad
AUG. 6 – Green Salad, Meatloaf, Scalloped Potatoes, Cauliflower
AUG. 7 – Pea Salad, Hot Roast Beef Sandwich, Mashed Potatoes
AUG. 8 – Green Salad, Spaghetti, Green Beans, Garlic Bread
AUG. 13 – Broccoli, Cauliflower Salad, Hoagie
AUG. 14 – Green Salad, Hamburger, Potato Salad, Baked Beans
AUG. 15 – Chef Salad, Crescent Roll
AUG. 20 – Green Salad, Tuna Casserole, Jell-O with Fruit
AUG. 21 – Green Salad, Tacos, Tater Tots, Spanish Rice
AUG. 22 – Polish Bratwurst, Sauerkraut, Baked Potato, Mixed Vegetables
AUG. 27 – Green Salad, Ham and Scalloped Potatoes, Cooked Broccoli and Cauliflower
AUG. 28 – Green Salad, Meatballs, Noodles, Corn
AUG. 29 –Green Salad, Chicken Enchiladas, Refried Beans, Mixed Vegetables
Bozeman Senior Center Fitness Classes
ALL EXERCISE CLASSES ARE HELD IN THE FITNESS ROOM WITH THE EXCEPTION OF LINE DANCING (Dining Room) AND CORE CLASSES (Downstairs Meeting Room).
The monthly fitness dues are $20.00 a month
STRONG PEOPLE (MONDAYS, TUESDAYS, WEDNESDAYS AND THURSDAYS AT 1 P.M.)
Strength building class focuses on increasing bone density and muscle mass. Class follows accepted protocol for people with bone loss. Participants work at their own level increasing weights as they build strength. Each class also includes exercises to strengthen the core and finishes with stretching. All are welcome and weights are provided.
STRENGTH TRAINING (MONDAYS, WEDNESDAYS AND FRIDAYS AT 8:30 A.M.)
A great class for men and women looking to increase muscle mass and overall body strength. Body weight, dumbbells, leg weights and bands are all incorporated into a full body workout. Strength training doesn’t have to be intimidating; drop in for a class and see how much fun you can have getting stronger. Just bring a water bottle.
AEROBICS WITH STRENGTH (MONDAYS, WEDNESDAYS AT 9:30 A.M. IN THE DINING ROOM)
This is a full hour’s workout. We do 40 minutes of cardio (which can vary in intensity depending on your own ability) and 15 minutes of stretching. Come join this dynamic workout!
CORE ON THE FLOOR (MONDAYS, WEDNESDAYS AT 10:35 A.M.)
Pilates inspired. Gentle mat work and stretching.
BEGINNING LINE DANCING (TUESDAYS, THURSDAYS AT 10 A.M. TO 10:45 A.M.)
Beginning line dancing is a fun form of
exercise with physical, mental, emotional and social benefits. Learn and practice common line dance steps. Then dance to a variety of music including rock, Latin, country and waltz. Beginners who have no prior dance experience of any kind are encouraged to arrive 15 minutes early on their first day for some pre-instruction.
INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED LINE
DANCING (TUESDAYS, THURSDAYS AT 10:45 A.M. TO 11:30 A.M.; FRIDAYS AT 10 A.M. TO 11:30 A.M.)
More complex and challenging dances
will be taught and danced. Experienced dancers are invited to participate in this class.
ENLIGHTENMENT TAI CHI FORM
(TUESDAYS AND THURSDAYS AT 11 A.M.)
Tai Chi is a graceful form of exercise characterized by slow, methodical, gentle movements and deep breathing exercises that are low impact, relaxing and somewhat aerobic. People of almost any age and fitness level can participate. In this class you will be learning the Enlightenment Tai Chi Form, some
other easy short forms, warm-up and deep breathing exercises, and Tai Chi positions. Tai Chi can be a positive part of an overall approach to improving and maintaining your health.
Hiking will continue throughout the summer every Tuesday. Meet at the Bozeman Senior Center at 8 a.m. You must be a member of the Bozeman Senior Center and pay the $20 monthly fitness fee to participate. The list of hikes and other information is available at the front desk.
JOIN US FOR THE NINTH ANNUAL
AWARDS
24 OVER 64
Honoring 24 outstanding individuals who have made differences in our communities and in the lives of others. This year’s honorees are:
Cyndy Andrus
Doug Badenoch
Ted Barkley
K.C. Barnhardt
Kandi Davis
Paulette Epple
Walter Fleming
Dennis Glick
Dr. George Haynes
George Haddenhorst
Jon Moullet
Anthea George
William Muhlenfeld
Harriet Mauritsen
Mike Phillips
Gretchen Rupp
Loreene Reid
David Sands
Marsha Small
Diana Stafford
Patti Steinmuller
Louise Smith
Turner
Jim Webster
Debbie White
Renee Westlake
Monday, August 19, 2024, 5:30 - 8:30 P.M.
At the Hilton Garden Inn, 2023 Commerce Way, Bozeman
An Evening of Fine Dining, Awards Presentations and Celebration
To purchase tickets, go to bozemandailychronicle.com\prime. Deadline to purchase noon Monday August 12. This event typically sells out so get your tickets early.
