Great reads for your Grandkids

Bear with me

By KERASCOET (Illustrator), Sebastien Cosset (Illustrator), Marie Pommepuy (Illustrator)

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Hardcover | $18.00

June 13, 2023 | 40 Pages

An endearing picture book from two New York Times bestselling creators about a little girl who learns to cope when she is asked to leave her beloved stuffed animal at home.

A child’s favorite stuffed animal is a member of the family. This

The Fantastic Bureau of Imagination

By Brad Montague

(Author, Illustrator), Kristi Montague (Illustrator)

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Hardcover | $18.00

March 21, 2023 | 40 Pages

From New York Times bestselling author Brad Montague comes a top-secret, behind-the-scenes peek at the official agency that keeps the world’s creativity flowing. little girl and her bear are no different. The two are inseparable. Bear joins the girl for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and every moment in between. So when the first day of school arrives and Bear can’t come along, the little girl is worried. At first, being in school feels hard, but as the day goes on, the girl finds ways to make herself feel better. This reassuring story, which is accessible and kidfriendly, beautifully captures a child’s use of coping skills to work through her separation anxiety. like the Office of the Unexplainable or the Department of Dreams. It’s a big job, but Sparky keeps everything running smoothly . . . until disaster strikes when the Cave of Untold Stories overflows and threatens to topple the whole bureau. It turns out too many people have been holding in their big ideas, and now Sparky must recruit more agents to share their dreams, songs, and stories with the world.

From the creators of I Walk with Vanessa, the picture book that Parents magazine named the Best Book of the Year That Champions Kindness, here is a nearly wordless picture book tackling a theme that is sure to be familiar to many parents and their stuffed-animalloving children.

7 Signs You Have Balance Problems

Every day, special figment agent Sparky delivers all the mail the FBI receives to the proper department,

And now, dear reader, will you join the effort and become a special agent before it’s too late? The FBI is counting on you!

Getting older often comes with less muscle strength and balance. Osteoarthritis and other health problems, like vision and vestibular issues, can exacerbate these changes. The following seven signs may help you determine if it’s time to seek help from a health professional for your balance issues.

1. You sometimes step sideways when walking in an unobstructed area where it’s possible to walk in a straight line.

2. You slide your hand along walls or furniture when walking around your home.

3. You drag your feet rather than lift them when you walk.

4. You occasionally stumble when there are no obstacles in the way.

5. You reach for someone’s arm or a handrail when coming out of a house.

6. You often struggle repeatedly to get up from a chair, couch or bed due to a lack of leg strength.

7. You walk up or down the stairs with both feet on the same step rather than alternating between them.

Have you noticed any of these signs in your daily life? Reduce the risk of falling by visiting an expert, such as a physiotherapist or kinesiologist, for advice. They’ll create an exercise program tailored to your condition.

Marcus Century Theatres

Every Friday Marcus Theatres® has special admission prices for anyone age 60 and over. Come and enjoy a movie at any Marcus Theatres® with our Young at Heart® special- only $7.00 for any show that starts before 5:30 PM. Additional charges apply for 3D features. Find out more details at www.marcustheatres.com

Theatre B

Individual tickets can be purchased for $25. Discounted senior tickets can be purchased for $20 for Sunday matinees only. Visit www.theatreb.org or call 701-729-8880 for more information

FMCT

Individual senior tickets pricing is $20 tickets for Musicals, $18 tickets for Plays, and $12 tickets for FMCT Ed. Visit www.fmct.org or call the box office at 701-235-6778.

YMCA of Cass and Clay County

Keep your mind and body healthy by joining the YMCA. Seniors, ages 65 and older, can receive a reduced membership rate. The monthly rate for seniors is $54 and the annual rate is $648. For additional questions on membership contact a Membership Coordinator to see what the Y has to offer!

Fercho YMCA: 701-293-9622

Schlossman YMCA: 701-281-0126

Fargo Golf

No matter what your age, Fargo Golf has a course that will fit your abilities and challenge you. Seniors, 62 years and over, can purchase a 5 Fore 1 (all 5 courses) Season Pass for $605 and Par 3 (all 9 hole courses) Season Pass for $410. Senior Season passes can also be puchased for individual courses, prices vary from course to course. Passes can be purchased online at www. fargogolf.net, at any Fargo Park District Golf Course or at the Fargo Park District Main Office.

Homeward

Animal Shelter

Seniors 65 years and older receive a discounted adoption fee. Their Senior-to-Senior programs allows animals that are 6 years of age, or older, to be adopted to senior citizens with no adoption fee. Pets younger than 6 years of age can be adopted by a senior citizen for 50 percent off the regular adoption fee. Questions about discounts can be directed toward (701) 239-0077, email: info@homewardonline.org.

A-1 Moving Company

Senior Discounts available on moving services! Call 701-356-7889 for a FREE on-site price quote.

Metro Senior Ride Service

This program provides transportation to senior citizens age 60 and older in Fargo and West Fargo, North Dakota, and Moorhead and Dilworth, Minnesota. The cost for senior citizens age 60 and older is $3.00 each way; one guest can ride with a senior citizen for $3 each way, and children under age seven ride free with an adult passenger. Passengers must be able to walk and board under their own power as these vehicles are not lift equipped. Reservations are required with this service, please call (701) 356-7433 at least 2-3 days to secure your ride.

Dairy Queen

Seniors, 60 years and older receive a 10% discount on any frozen treat. Seniors, 55-plus receive a free small drink with the purchase of a meal.

Fryin Pan Restaurant

Enjoy a delicious meal in a cozy atmosphere! Seniors receive 10 percent discount every day, or 20 percent Senior Discount on Wednesdays from 5 – 9 p.m.