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MAY 2016
COMMUNITY EVENTS
3-8: Men’s Junior Olympic National Championships, Kellogg Arena, Battle Creek, (269) 963-4800, www.2016jonationals.com.
4 & 7: Battle Creek Farmer’s Market, Festival Market Square, Battle Creek, 9am-1pm, (269) 720-2279, www.battlecreekfarmermarket.com.
5: BESA: A Code of Honor & Battle Creek: Where Nobody Has to Wait Exhibitions, Art Center, Battle Creek, 10am, (269) 962-9511, www.artcenterofbattlecreek.org.
5-7: Eastern Friends of the Library Book Sale, Jackson District Library- Eastern Branch, Times Vary, (517) 788-4074, www.myjdl.com.
7-8: Car Show/Swap Meet,
Branch County Fairgrounds,
Coldwater, 8am, (517) 278-5376, www.coldwaterswapmeetandcarshow.com.
7: Spotlight on Teens, Tibbits Opera House, Coldwater, 7pm, (517) 278-6029, www.tibbits.org.
7: Battle Creek Symphony present Gilmore Gold featuring Micah McLaurin, W.K. Kellogg Auditorium, Battle Creek, 7:30pm, (269) 963-1911, www.yourmusiccenter.org.
8: Happy Mother’s Day!
8: Sandhill Crane Vineyard’s Jazz
Brunch, Sandhill Crane Vineyard’s & Café, Jackson, 10:30am-1pm, (517) 764-0679, www.sandhillcranevineyards.com.
8: Mother’s Day Train, Little River Railroad, Coldwater, 11am & 2pm, (517) 215-0751, www.littleriverrailroad.com.
8: Color Dash 5K, Prairieview Elementary, Battle Creek, 4-8pm, (269) 565-4600, www.lakeviewspartans.org/ PrairieviewElem.cfm.
10: Battle Creek Community Prayer Breakfast, Kellogg Arena, Battle Creek, 7:25-9pm, (269) 962-2120, www.battlecreekvisitors.org/events.
11: The Salvation Army 2016 Community Celebration, Cascades Manor House, Jackson, 7:30-8:30, (517) 782-7185, www.sajackson.org.
11: Generation E Student Business Showcase, Kellogg Arena, Battle Creek, 11am-2pm, (269) 441-1238, www.genei.org.
11: Pancake Supper, Salvation Army, Jackson, 5-7pm, (517) 764-3669, www.womanslife.org.
14: Paddles & Picnic, Historic Bridge Park, Battle Creek, 9am-2pm, www.battlecreekvisitors.org/events.
14: Around the Park for Autism 5K, Sparks Park & The Cascades, Jackson, 9-11am, (517) 392-3093, jasn-mi.org.
20: Spring in the Arts, Downtown Battle Creek, 5pm (269) 962-4076, www.battlecreekvisitors.org/events.
20-21: Flea Market & Antique Show, Jackson County Fairgrounds, Jackson, 11am-7pm, (517) 524-8899, www.experiencejackson.com.
20-22: 41st Jonesville RiverFest, Jonesville, Times Vary, (517) 849-9151, www.jonesvilleriverfest.org.
21: 2016 Jackson Community
Spring Garden Event, Jackson County Fairgrounds, 8am-12pm, (517) 788-4405, www.experiencejackson.com.
21: Civil War Day, Ella Sharp Museum, Jackson, 9-4pm, (517) 787-2320, www.ellasharp.org.
27: Cruise In May 2016, Downtown Jackson, 6-9pm, (517) 788-4355, www.experiencejackson.com.
27-29: Civil War Days, Heritage Park, Coldwater, Times Vary, (517) 278-8161, www.cwcwmi.com.
27-28: Girard Community Wide Sale, Girard, Times Vary, (517) 278-5756.
29: Experimental Aircraft Association 29th Pancake Breakfast Fly In/Drive In, Jackson County Airport- Reynolds Field, 7am-12pm, (517) 788-4225, www.experiencejackson.com.
30: Memorial Day!
SENIOR ACTIVITIES
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MAY BIRTHDAYS
MONDAY, 16 (Cont.)
• Tai Chi Workshop, 11am • Bridge Club, 1pm
TUESDAY, 17
• Yoga, 8:30am
• Quilting, 10am
• Chair Exercise, 10:30am • Woodcarving Class, 1pm • Write Your Life, 1pm
• Music Jam Session, 1pm
WEDNESDAY, 18
• Fit After 50, 8:30am
• Card Class w/Linda, 10am • Kinship Group, 12pm
• Get In Line, 12:15pm
• Penny Bingo, 12:45pm
• Low Vision/Blind
THURSDAY, 19
• Pool Challenge, 10am
• Chair Exercise, 10:30am
• Caregiver Support Group, 12pm • Euchre, 1pm
• Acrylic Paint Class, 1pm
FRIDAY, 20
• Fit After 50, 8:30am
• Quarter Bingo, 10:30am • Bridge Club, 1pm
MONDAY, 23
• Fit After 50, 8:30am
• Bible Study, 10:30am
• Music w/Lee Piper, 11am • Tai Chi Workshop, 11am • Bridge Club, 1pm
TUESDAY, 24
• Yoga, 8:30am
• Quilting, 10am
• Chair Exercise, 10:30am • Woodcarving Class, 1pm • Music Jam Session, 1pm
WEDNESDAY, 25
• Fit After 50, 8:30am • Kinship Group, 12pm • Get In Line, 12:15pm • Karaoke, 12:45pm
THURSDAY, 26
• Pool Challenge, 9am
• Chair Exercise, 10:30am • Euchre, 1pm
• Acrylic Paint Class, 1pm
FRIDAY, 27
• Fit After 50, 8:30am
• Quarter Bingo, 10:30am • Bridge Club, 1pm
MONDAY, 30
• Memorial Day: Center Closed
TUESDAY, 31
• Yoga, 8:30am
• Quilting, 10am
• Chair Exercise, 10:30am • Woodcarving Class, 1pm • Music Jam Session, 1pm
KOOL FAMILY
COMMUNITY CENTER
Phone: (269) 965-0000
200 W. Michigan Avenue, Battle Creek, MI 49017, www.burnhambrook.org
CARDS / GAMES
(MEMBERS ONLY)
Bid Whist: Monday-Friday, 9am-12pm Euchre: Thursday, 12:30-3pm
Mah Jongg: Friday, 12:45-4pm
Men’s Bridge Club: Mondays, 12-3pm Pegs & Jokers: Monday, 12-3pm Pinochle: Tuesday, 1-3pm
Variety Cards: Wednesday, 12-3:30pm CLUBS / RECREATION
Battle Creek Stamp Club:
2nd Thursday of the Month, 5-8pm Billiards: Monday-Friday, 6am-8pm Tournaments, Tuesday & Friday, 1pm Burnham Brook Singers Rehearsals: Fridays, 9:30-11:15am
Trips: Contact Burnham Brook for Details DANCE / MUSIC
Line Dance Class: Mondays, 2-4pm Tap Dancing Class: Mondays, 10-11am
HEALTH / FITNESS
The Fitness Loft: Monday-Thursday, 5:30am-8pm, Friday, 5:30am-6:30pm Saturday, 8am-2pm
Vela Sheppard .............. 1 Donald Cornell .............. 1 George Rogers.............. 2 Isabell “Iszy” Miller ....... 3 Carlene Calhoun ........... 3 Heyn Wendel................. 3 Ellen Smith ................... 6 Gloria Cook................... 6 Cathy Rosich ................ 6 Cathy Woods................. 7 Lawanda White............. 7 Janet Ruszka................ 8 Randy Falcon................ 9 Vernice Olson ............... 9 Cheryl Rogers...............9 Ethel Merritt................ 10 Leslie Copeland .......... 10 Nicholas McCleary......10 Tom Swalwell ............. 11 Don Cengle................. 11 Bob Fonlk ................... 13 Janice Mayor.............. 13 Paul Mereder..............13 Norris Oteney.............. 14 Howard Burnett .......... 15 Kathy Pewsey ............. 18
Griffin ......................... 22 Joyce Landenberger ... 22 Mary French ............... 23 Jenn Richard .............. 23 Jery Richer ................. 23 Mary Riske ................. 24 Verona Hildebrant ....... 25 Keith Sherban............. 26 J. Ernsberger .............. 27 Virginia Anewshki ....... 28 Pat Cox....................... 28 Geraldine Smith..........29 Sam Balding ............... 29 John Griffin................. 30 Eustolia Luna.............. 31
Happy Birthday to you all! From your friends at Senior Times.
To have us wish a special Happy Birthday to someone, please send the name and birthdate details to ssherban@wwthayne. com or by mail
to Senior Times,
4642 Capital Ave SW, Battle Creek, MI 49015.
INSTITUTE FOR LEARNING IN RETIREMENT
Phone: (269) 965-4134
KCC’s Regional Manufacturing Technology Center, 405 Hill-Brady Road, Battle Creek. Visit www.kellogg.edu/lifelong for information on registration options and class offerings.
BATTLE CREEK
Create Summer Beaded Earrings
Wednesday, May 4, 6-8pm, $25
Join us for a fun, interactive workshop where you’ll have a variety of beads to select for your very own designer earrings!
Tea for Beauty & Health
Monday, May 9, 6-8pm, $29
Come learn about the health benefits of herbal teas that will help you stay well during the changing seasons.
Don’t Get Hacked & Whacked:
Be Safe Online
Monday, May 9, 6-8pm, $25
Learn how your Internet activity is being tracked, including special security risks for both your cell phone and tablet computer; then we’ll show you the steps you can take to protect your privacy.
iPad 1: The Basics & Settings
Mondays, May 16-23, 6-8pm, $39
In this class you’ll learn about the basics of the iPad, focusing on the main apps.
Day Trip to Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park
May 17, $90 includes transportation, snacks, lunch, & admission including a tram tour. Bus Pick-up at both RMTC in Battle Creek, 8:30am and Fehsenfeld Center in Hastings, 9:15am. Register by April 29.
Surf’s Up: Crochet a Beach Bag!
Tuesdays, May 17-24, 6-8pm, $35 In this new class you’ll learn how to use fun crochet stitches to create a beautiful and useful bag.
The Tastes of Summer: Party Foods You’ll Love
Tuesday, May 17, 6-8pm, $39
Join Chef Joanna as she shares easy and tasty recipes along with tips and ideas for hassle-free entertaining.
Beneficial Insects & You: A Dream Team
Tuesday, May 17, 6-8:30pm, $19
We’ll share the differences between beneficial insects versus pests, as well as what makes an insect beneficial; plus tips for encouraging beneficial insects into your landscape and ways to keep pests out!
50 and Fabulous!
Wednesday, May 25, 6-9pm, $29
Join an expert make-up and skin care consultant as we explore the special needs of women over 50.
Peace of Mind: Organizing
for the End of Life
Thursday, May 26, 6-8:30pm, $39 Whether you are downsizing to a
smaller home of moving into a retirement residence, organizing your important end-of-life documents is something
you can do now to help your loved ones or the executor of your estate in the event of your death.
iPad 2: Using the Default Apps
Mondays, June 6-13, 6-8pm, $39 Before you hit the apps store, you’ll want to familiarize yourself with the apps that come with the iPad, and this class will show you the best of these.
CROUCH SENIOR CENTER
Phone: (517) 788-4364
1715 Lansing Ave, Jackson, MI 49202 www.co.jackson.mi.us/agencies/deptaging
MONDAY, 2
• Fit After 50, 8:30am
• Bible Study, 10:30am
• Tai Chi Workshop, 11am • Bridge Club, 1pm
TUESDAY, 3
• Yoga, 8:30am
• Quilting, 10am
• Chair Exercise, 10:30am • Write Your Life, 1pm
• Woodcarving Class, 1pm • Music Jam Session, 1pm • TRAID
WEDNESDAY, 4
• Fit After 50, 8:30am
• Card Class w/Linda, 10am • Ballroom Dancing, 10am • Kinship Group, 12pm
• Get In Line, 12:15pm
• Penny Bingo, 12:45pm
THURSDAY, 5
• Pool Challenge, 10am
• Chair Exercise, 10:30am
• Caregiver Support Group, 12pm • Euchre, 1pm
• Acrylic Paint Class, 1pm
• Dinner Dance, 5-9pm
FRIDAY, 6
• Fit After 50, 8:30am
• Quarter Bingo, 10:30am • Bridge Club, 1pm
MONDAY, 9
• Fit After 50, 8:30am
• Bible Study, 10:30am
• Tai Chi Workshop, 11am • Bridge Club, 1pm
TUESDAY, 10
• Yoga, 8:30am
• Quilting, 10am
• Chair Exercise, 10:30am • Woodcarving Class, 1pm • Music Jam Session, 1pm
WEDNESDAY, 11
• Fit After 50, 8:30am • Red Hatters, 11am
• Kinship Group, 12pm • Get In Line, 12:15pm
THURSDAY, 12
• Pool Challenge, 9am
• Chair Exercise, 10:30am • Euchre Tourney, 1pm
• Acrylic Paint Class, 1pm
FRIDAY, 13
• Fit After 50, 8:30am
• Quarter Bingo, 10:30am • Bridge Club, 1pm
MONDAY, 16
• Fit After 50, 8:30am • Bible Study, 10:30am


































































































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