Senior Connection

A bi-monthly newsletter of useful information from the Independence Township Senior Community Center

SEPTEMBER - OCTOBER 2015

Inside This IssueSenior Center Info ................. 2 Upcoming Events .................. 3 Weekly Activities .................. 4Activities & Classes .............5-6 Exercise & Fitness .............7-8-9 Day Trips .......................10-11 Extended Trips ................12-13Senior Services ...............14-15 Thank You’s ........................ 16 Senior Advisory & Friends .... 17Winners/Birthdays .............. 18Community Events ............... 19

2015 Center Closing Dates

LABOR DAYMonday, September 7th VETERAN’S DAYWednesday, November 11th THANKSGIVING DAYThursday, November 26th DAY AFTER THANKSGIVINGFriday, November 27thDAY BEFORE CHRISTMASThursday, December 24thCHRISTMAS DAYFriday, December 25th

Independence Township Senior Community CenterLocated in Clintonwood Park

6000 Clarkston Road, Clarkston, MI 48348Phone: 248 625-8231 Fax: 248 922-3189

Hours: Monday – Friday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. (Closed holidays)www.indetwp.com

Go to “Visitors” then “Senior Center”

BUCKS FOR BUSES FUNDRAISER “TAILGATE PARTY”WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2015, 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.OVERTYME GRILL AND TAPROOM, 4724 Dixie Hwy, Waterford, MI 48329Tickets on sale for $25.00 each at the Center. Join us for this fun Evening of entertainment by Terry Stevenson and his daughter Anna, Silent Auction and more. Tailgate Buffet includes Brats, Sloppy Joes, Wings, Baked Beans, Potato Salad, and more. All proceeds benefit the Senior Transportation Program serving Independence and Springfield Townships and Village of Clarkston that provides rides to older and disabled adults to doctors, dialysis, grocery stores, work and other appointments.

PaintThe Town Pink and Pampered 2015THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15, 20155:00 – 8:00 p.m., Clarkston Mills Mall – Downtown ClarkstonSponsored by McLaren Breast Center and McLaren Cancer InstituteOur seventh annual event featuring manicures, massages, eyebrow waxing and more! All services $10.00 each. This year we are partnering with the downtown Clarkston merchants for Paint the Town Pink and Pampered! Our ever popular Recycled Bag Boutique will be located in the Clarkston Mills Mall. Proceeds will go directly to the McLaren Health Care Village in Clarkston. Come and check out the boutique and pampering opportunities for a great cause. We are looking for new or slightly used purse, scarf and jewelry donations. If you would like to donate any of these items, please drop them off to Mary Melega at the Senior Center or call 248-625-8231.

HALLOWEEN PARTY LUNCHEONTHURSDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2015 Senior Center, 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.Lunch is $7.00 per personCostume Contest, Lunch and more. Entertainment by “Jeff the Magician”. Dress up for Halloween and join us for this fun luncheon!

ANNUAL VETERANS LUNCHEONFRIDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2015 American Legion Post 63, 8047 Ortonville Road, Clarkston11:00 a.m., No Charge for Veterans – Guests are $7.00 Sponsored by the Independence Township Senior Community CenterJoin us for this special annual event honoring those who served our country during war or peace time. Special thanks for Post 63 for donating their hall for this event! Lunch will be served followed by entertainment. Contact the Senior Center for reservations. Please indicate if you will be bringing a guest. Guests can pay at the door.

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Senior Community Center Info

“New” Purpose StatementWe provide senior residents the opportunity to participate in transportation, Meals on Wheels, Medicare Counseling, recreation,

social programs and supportive community referrals that promote enrichment, independence, safety and wellness.

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RENTAL OPPORTUNITIESThe Carriage House in Clintonwood Park is available for rent on some evenings and on weekends. The building includes a 20 x 70 foot community room that can seat 70 people, a full-sized kitchen, and two handicap accessible bathrooms with baby changing stations. What a perfect place for that birthday party, anniversary, or baby or wedding shower!! The cost is $30 per hour for township residents and $35 per hour for non-residents. The returnable security deposit is $100 payable by check only. Call the Center at 248-625-8231 to inquire on available dates. All reservations must be made in person and paid for in advance.

Notes from the Senior Division Supervisor…Where did the summer go? We had a very successful Veterans Celebration during the 4th of July Independence Fest. We had a wonderful turnout by our veterans and had several organizations who serve veterans join us including Great Lakes National Cemetery, Oakland/Livingston Woodcarvers Association-Patriot Can Lean on Me Program, Miracle Quilts and Veterans Treatment Court. Please see page 16 for the list of all of the sponsors who made this event possible. Congratulations to Barbara Dorn who won a Gold Medal at the Michigan Senior Olympics in August in the Powerlifting-Deadlift Category in her age group. Barbara plays cards at our Center on a regular basis. Good job Barb!

Barbara Rollin

THURSDAY SITE LUNCHES AT 12 NOON!We are serving a made-from-scratch lunch prepared by our senior center staff every Thursday unless indicated on the schedule. The cost is $7.00 per person. Call the Center to make a reservation for lunch no later than 5 p.m. on the Monday preceding the scheduled date. If you do not reserve your meal we cannot guarantee that one will be available for you on Thursday. All meals meet the Area Agency on Aging standards for proper portions of protein, grains, vegetables and fruit.

Thursday Luncheon Dates and Menu as follows(all entrees include starch, vegetable and fruit or dessert) September 3rd Pot Luck – Bring a dish to pass September 10th Stuffed Green PeppersSeptember 17th Sloppy Joes with Corn on the Cob September 24th Pork Tenderloin with Fingerling PotatoesOctober 1st Pot Luck – Bring a dish to passOctober 8th Cabbage Rolls and Pierogi’s October 15th Kielbasa with ColeslawOctober 22nd Lasagna with SaladOctober 29th Halloween Luncheon/Taco Bar

MOVIES CLARKSTON INDEPENDENCE DISTRICT LIBRARY, 6494 Clarkston Road, Clarkston Cost is $1.00 payable the day of the movie. Popcorn and Beverages are included.

Woman in Gold (2015), PG-13, 109 minutesTHURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 17TH, 1:30 p.m.Six decades after WWII, an elderly Jewish woman (Helen Mirren) returns to Vienna in order to reclaim family belongings that were once seized by the Nazis in this poignant drama based on a true story. Chief among those items is the Gustav Klimt painting “The Lady in Gold.” With the help of her ambitious young lawyer (Ryan Reynolds), the woman takes her fight all the way from Austria to the U.S. Supreme Court.

I’ll See You in My Dreams (2015), PG-13, 109 minutesTHURSDAY, OCTOBER 15TH, 1:30 p.m. After the death of her beloved dog, a widow (Blythe Danner) grows dissatisfied with her structured routine and decides to make some life changes. She soon forges an unlikely friendship with her pool man (Martin Starr) and begins a romance with an intriguing stranger (Sam Elliott). Meanwhile, she is supported on her journey of self-discovery by an intimate group of longtime friends (Rhea Perlman, June Squibb, and Mary Kay Place), as well as her daughter (Malin Akerman), with whom she desires a closer relationship. Directed by Brett Haley.

SENIOR CENTER MEMBERSHIPYour membership is valid from the date you sign up until a year from that date. Couples should sign up at the same time. Our membership fees are:

$12.00 a person for residents.$22.00 a couple for residents.$17.00 a person for non-residents$32.00 a couple for non-residents.

Residents are persons who pay taxes to Independence Township even if their mailing address is listed differently.All new members will receive a bi-monthly newsletter with their membership along with a one time welcome package that includes a $5.00 coupon that can be used towards a class or program. Your membership also entitles you to discounts on all of our programs and classes. By participating in a couple of programs your membership will pay for itself. All of our programs and trips reflect member and non-member fees.

Senior Community Center Info

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Upcoming Events & PresentationsTravel Presentation: Preview of Spain Classics (April 2016) and South Dakota – the Black Hills and Badlands (September 2016)TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8TH Activity Center, 10:00 a.m.Ed McKenna from Collette will be here with informative power points highlighting our trips for next year. Please call the office at (248) 625-8231 to place your name on the list if you are planning on attending.

Spelling Bee (1ST Annual)WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23RD Activity Center, 9:30 a.m., $5.00 per person If you grew up without Spell Check and you learned how to spell the old fashioned way, this “no pressure” Spelling Bee is for you! Participants will be provided with Word Lists any time after August 1st. You may choose to either be a participant or spectator. Prizes will be awarded to our top spellers. A Continental Breakfast will be provided prior to the competition. Call the Senior Center to register at (248) 625-8231.

Grandparents Raising GrandchildrenWEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16TH Carriage House, 12:00 – 2:00 p.m.Are you or someone you know raising grandchildren? OLHSA

sponsors this free, informative group to provide the opportunity to network with other grandparents and to connect with other community resources. September is

Kinship Care Month.

Plan For Your FutureWEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16TH Carriage House, 3:00 p.m., $1.00 per personAn attorney and a local funeral director will answer your questions regarding wills and trusts, financial and legal considerations for nursing home care, prearrangement and cremation. Learn about your choices. Call Wint Funeral Home at 248-625-5231.

Reducing Tax LiabilityTHURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 17TH 1:15 p.m., $1.00 per personWould you like to pay less in taxes? Of course! Rob Butler, CPA, will discuss ways to do just that. Discover what you can do now so you can pay less later. Call the Senior Center to register to attend.

Medicare 101THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1ST

Activity Center, 1:15 p.m.This presentation will provide basic information across the spectrum of Medicare programs. Learn about who is eligible, how to enroll and what services are covered. Particular emphasis will be placed on information about the prescription

drug benefit. Issues regarding supplemental insurance, Medicare Advantage plans and identification of Medicare fraud and abuse will be addressed. Call the Senior Center to let us know if you will be attending!

Tired of Being Tired?WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 7TH

Carriage House, 3:00 p.m., $1.00 per person

The McLaren Sleep Diagnostic Center will present information about healthy sleep habits, changes in sleep patterns as we age and sleep disorders. Please contact the Senior Community Center to reserve your spot!

Cell Phone 101 – WorkshopTHURSDAY, NOVEMBER 5TH Activity Center, 1:00 p.m. $1.00 per person Drop-In Need a little extra help learning and understanding your cell phone? Find out what those mystery buttons are for. Bring your cell phone to this individualized workshop and Stephanie will answer all of your questions and build your confidence. Please call the Center at (248) 625-8231 to place your name on the list.

CARDS AND GAMES

Bunco in the Carriage House2ND WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH, SEPTEMBER 9TH & OCTOBER 14TH 1:00 – 4:00 p.m., $4.00 per person includes admission, prizes and light snacks.Join us for an upbeat afternoon with friends playing this easy dice game. All are welcome! Prizes are awarded after each session. New to playing Bunco? No worries, you will catch on fast.

Dinner and Euchre EveningsWEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16TH AND OCTOBER 21ST Activity Center, 6:00 p.m.Cost is $12.00 per person at the door and includes everything for this fun evening.

Looking for a fun evening out? Enjoy dinner with friends followed by Euchre. Come with a partner, by yourself or with a group of friends. Prizes will be awarded to first, second and third place winners. Tournament style play. Previous Euchre experience is preferred. We will start taking reservations for September on September 1st at 8:00 a.m. Sign up is first come first serve.

Upcoming Events & Presentations

CARDS AND GAMES

Weekly Activities

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Bingo Thursdays at 1:00 p.m.Bingo every Thursday in the Carriage House. We are playing a new bingo game called “Nickel Up” every other Thursday. Bring nickels for this fun bingo game. $1.00 drop-in fee. Contact-Gerry Townsend or call the Center to find out what Thursdays we are playing Nickel Bingo.

Bridge-Drop-In Mondays at 12 Noon in the Activity Center.Attention bridge players! You can come for drop-in Duplicate Bridge or drop-in Party Bridge every Monday. For Party Bridge the fee is $1.00 and for Duplicate Bridge there is an extra charge of $2.00 for materials for a total of a $3.00 drop-in fee. For more information contact Marlene Green at 248-572-7116.

Bridge-Marathon Second & Fourth Fridays from 12:30-3:30 p.m.$1.00 drop-in fee. If you are interested call Linda Sheill at 248-674-3987 or Linda Coppola at 248-634-2029 to sign up.

Clarkston Melody Makers Tuesdays at 1:00 p.m. If you like to make music, “join the jam session”. Just bring your instrument and join the group in the Carriage House. Listeners and dancers welcome. Contact-Stan Fry.

Country Music Last Wednesday of the Month at 2:00 p.m., Carriage House Stop by the Carriage House and enjoy country music by Ken Combs and friends. For more information call Ken at 248-660-3555.

Euchre-Tournament Style Mondays at 1:00-4:00 p.m., Carriage House If you looking for good time with a dash of competition, join our friendly card group in the center. There is a $1.00 drop-in fee plus $1.00 to be eligible for a 1st or 2nd place prize. If you are new or rusty to the game, please leave your name and phone number at the desk so lessons can be arranged. Contact-Julie Goldwater.

Knitting Group Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m. and Fridays at 11:30 a.m.Attention Knitters: We make newborn and chemo caps. The hospitals we donate to are so grateful for our donations but we need your help to keep up with the demand. Meet for coffee, conversation and needlework or stop by and pick up some patterns for our community projects. Novices and experienced knitters welcome. The knitters are also making items for the senior center to sell; all proceeds from the sales will go into the Friends of the Independence Township Senior Adult Activity Center account. Contact-Sue Shubert.

Mahjong Wednesdays, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m., Activity CenterJoin our new Mahjong group! This game which originated in China is similar to the Western card game rummy. It is a game of skill, strategy and calculation and also involves a certain degree of chance. If you own a game, please bring it with you. Players should have some previous mahjong experience. $1.00 per person drop-in fee.

Pinochle-Double Deck Tuesdays & Fridays at 1:00 p.m.Beginners welcome to join this group for one or two afternoons each week. Meet in Senior Center. $1.00 drop-in fee. Contact-Fred Lutz. Pinochle Lessons: Interested in the opportunity to learn Pinochle from scratch or “polishing up” your skills? Pinochle lessons are available on Fridays. Lesson dates will be planned based on demand. Call the Center and leave your name and telephone number. $1.00 drop-in fee per session.

Quilting Club Fridays at 9:00 a.m., Carriage HouseThe quilters make beautiful quilts to donate to non-profit groups. For more information about the club contact-Pat Reeves at 248-618-7871.

Recycled Greeting Cards Fridays at 9:00 a.m.Stop in and see our beautiful recycled cards – often prettier than the originals. The bargain cost is $.50 per card. To donate old cards including Christmas cards, bring the entire card to the center. All proceeds will go into the Friends of the Independence Township Senior Adult Activity Center account. Contact-Jan Nadison.

PLEASE NOTE ALL CARDS AND GAMES START PROMPLY AT TIMES LISTED. PLEASE COME EARLY SO YOU DON’T MISS OUT! CALL THE CENTER FOR MORE INFORMATION.

Weekly Activities

Activities & ClassesAll Classes are in held in the Senior Community Center unless otherwise specified.

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Club BookwormThursdays, September 24 and October 2910:00 a.m., $1.00 p.p. drop in fee.Love to read? Come share your opinions and insights with our informal group. New book selections are available for pick up at the monthly discussion meeting or in the office any time after. Mark your calendars to attend our upcoming meetings.

September: The Paris Wife by Paula McLain

October: Olive Kitteridge by Elizabeth Strout

Family and Friends First Aid/CPRMonday, October 126:00 – 8:00 p.m. $15.00 per person ($20.00 for Non-Members)$25.00 for two members of same family ($30.00 for Non-Members)This one day class is an American Heart Association course that teaches students how to perform CPR on adults, children and infants and how to help an adult, child or infant who is choking. It is designed primarily for parents and grandparents who want to learn CPR that is not needed for employment. You will receive a course completion card.

Genealogical Research-IndividualWednesday, September 16, September 30, October 14 and October 289:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., $10.00 per person per hour This is a great opportunity to get started finding your family ancestry or to overcome a research roadblock. Dr. Thomas K. Stone has been doing genealogical research for over 30 years. Call the Center at (248) 625-8231 to make an appointment for one or more hours of individual one on one family searching with Dr. Stone.

WATERFALL JEWELERS & GEMOLOGIST

White Lake340 Town Center Blvd

248-698-1200

Waterford5649 Dixie Highway977-884-4000-Toll Free

Activities & Classes

Chair MassageTuesdays, September 1 and September 15October 6 and October 2010:00 a.m. – 12:00 Noon$10.00 per person for 15 minutes. Cash Only PleaseHelps to relieve common aches, pain and stresses. Focus on the upper body. Each recipient is seated and fully clothed. Please call the Center for an appointment. Walk-ins welcome, if time permits.

Computer Tutoring-IndividualizedThursdays, September 10 and September 24October 8 and October 222:00 – 4:00 p.m.

Each session is $30.00 per person for Members and $35.00 for Non-Members Sign up for a one hour personal computer tutoring session with instructor, Carol Compagnoni. Your personal session will focus on the specific area(s) you wish to concentrate on. Please call the center to make an appointment and include your learning preference. If you have a laptop, please bring it with you.

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Please Do Not Let This Happen!Cancellation of great programs can be avoided.

Deadlines are very important for planning purposes, for the Activity Center staff and

instructors. Please avoid disappointment by registering early. Thank You!

Activities & ClassesMani’s with Marcy on Monday Mornings

Mondays, September 14 and September 28October 12 and October 2610:00 a.m., Cost $12.00 per person Convenience and a great price! Marcy Sawyer, a licensed manicurist with 15 years experience will be here at the Senior Community Center to do manicures twice a month. Call the Center to make an appointment. Walk-ins will only be taken if time permits. Cash only Please.

My Legal and Financial SolutionsThursdays, September 10 and October 89:30 a.m.Informative presentation concentrating in the areas of trusts, wills, estates and real estate planning. Whether your needs involve tax planning to avoid estate taxes and preserve your legacy, special needs trusts or a real estate matters this program will empower you with knowledge. RSVP at the office at (248) 625-8231 and place your name on the list.

CREATIVE WORKSHOPS

Anyone Can Paint!Mondays, September 21 and October 199:00 – 11:00 a.m.Carriage House$23.00 per person ($25.00 for Non-Members)Have you ever asked yourself “I would love to learn how to paint, but how do I get started?” Join award winning television artist Steve Wood and learn his step-by-step methods and techniques for achieving

successful paintings. His class is designed for beginning and intermediate levels of painting experience. All materials are included.

Fused Glass JewelryMondays, 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.November 9 and November 16$30.00 per person ($35.00 Non-Members)Assemble layers of glass to create one of a kind jewelry pieces. Create holiday gifts for everyone on your list! Every student will have the opportunity to make 12 difference pieces during this class (necklaces, rings or pins.) All materials included! This is a two day class. We have samples at the Senior Community Center.

Woodcarving ClassesFridays, 9:00 a.m. to 12 Noon August 28 – September 25 (no class September 4th)$40.00 per person ($45.00 for Non-Members)Instructor Dave Shaw has been carving for over 40 years. He is a member of Michigan Carvers Association and the Oakland-Livingston Wood Carvers. A new project each session. All skill levels welcome. A $10.00 material fee is due to the instructor on the first day of class.

Recipe Roundup- Calling all FoodiesFridays, September 4 and October 212:00 Noon Are you adventurous and creative in the kitchen? Do you love to prepare and sample new recipes? Prepare your recipe at home and bring enough to share samples with everyone in the group. Each month features a new and different theme. Please bring your recipes in written form to share.

SEPTEMBER: Fruit of the Vine OCTOBER: Tailgating

Please note: If you are not bringing a food item a $2.00 donation will be collected.

Activities & ClassesCREATIVE WORKSHOPS

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CROPPfit(20-20-20 All in One)Thursdays, 10:15 – 11:15 a.m.October 8 – October 29$28.00 per person ($33.00 for Non-Members)This exercise program has it all! 20 minutes of warm up and cardio, 20 minutes of strengthening, balance, posture and breadth work and 20 minutes of stretching, flexibility and relaxation equaling 60 minutes of fun! Consider CROPPfit a group personal training where an exercise program is developed around the needs of its participants. Our Motto: Simplify, Modify and Make it Fun!

“BREAKFAST CLUB” BODY MANAGEMENT Monday, Wednesday and Friday11:00 a.m. – 11:50 a.m.September 2 – September 28 (No Class September 7) $44.00 per person ($49.00 for Non-Members)October 2 – October 28$48.00 per person ($53.00 for Non-Members)McLaren Physical Therapy and Fitness CenterSuite 310, 5701 Bow Pointe DriveFeel the benefits! This gentle exercise program is designed to recall those strengths and movements. Improve and maintain flexibility, mobility and range of motion. Focus on circulation, strength and balance.

TAMMY’S FOUNDATION CHIfitnessThursdays, 9:00 – 10:00 a.m.October 8 – October 29$32.00 per person ($37.00 for Non-Members)Foundation CHIfitness is based on the Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program. It builds from the ground up making for a sound structure. This program can be done in a chair or standing and builds to your ability, which accommodates all levels of activity. Learn awareness of your abilities to gently build strength & range of motion. All sessions will start with gentle stretching to warm the muscles & joints, and then move into strengthening and endurance before finally ending with flexibility & relaxation. All this is done with a KISS (keep it simple and safe)! Join Tammy, Nationally Certified Leader through the Arthritis Foundation, to start your structures foundation. Sign up today!

DRUMS ALIVE CLASSTuesdays, 10:30 – 11:15 a.m. September 15 – October 27, Carriage House$40.00 per person ($45.00 for Non-Members)Drop in fee $7.00 per person. Save money by signing up for the entire session.So much fun that exercising is a side effect! Improve health and fitness for the brain and body. See noticeable improvement is stamina, coordination and balance.

FORWARD FIFTY EXERCISE CLASSMonday and Thursday5:30 – 6:30 p.m. SESSION I: September 14 – October 22SESSION II: November 2 – December 17 (No Class November 23 and November 26)$48.00 per person ($53.0 for Non-Members)This basic exercise class is designed to provide a well-rounded program to improve strength, flexibility and balance. Participants will practice movements that simulate or enhance activities performed in daily life. A great way to improve and maintain physical functioning with easy to learn cardio steps to fun music. Bring light hand weights. Join us for a free demo on Thursday, September 10, 2015 @ 5:30 p.m.

LINE DANCING Mondays Ongoing, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon Senior Community Center, Bartsch Hall$3.00 per person Drop-in FeeStart the week out right! Dance to country, salsa, cha-cha and rock and roll rhythms with Rosemary Hall to exercise your body and mind. You are not obligated to participate on consecutive weeks. Stop in when the dancing mood strikes! All skill levels welcome to this ongoing program.

POLE WALKING – Coming in September!!!This amazing new fitness activity turbo charges your normal walking regimen by burning 40% more calories than regular walking. It automatically improves walking posture and helps to reduce stress to shins, knees, hips and back while radically improving balance and stability. Enjoy this even if you are a non-athlete as a health promoting physical activity. Walking poles will be available for your use during this program. If you are interested, please call the Senior Community Center for additional information at 248- 625-8231.

TAI CHI-INTRODUCTIONWednesdays, 11:00 a.m. – 12 NoonJuly 15 – September 23 (No Class September 9)$50.00 per person for 10 week session ($55.00 for Non-Members)Next Session: October 7 – December 16 (No Class November 11)Drop in Fee $7.00 per person. Save money by signing up for the entire session.Are you new to Tai Chi? This class is designed to start you from the very beginning. John Marchewitz studied in China and has been teaching the Wu Style T’ai Chi Ch’aun form for over 15 years. Improve movement and balance after the first few classes!

TAI CHI-INTERMEDIATEMondays, 11:00 a.m. – NoonJuly 13 – September 21 (No Class September 7)St. Dan’s Catholic Church, 7010 Valley Park Drive$50.00 per person for 10 week session ($55.00 pp. for Non-Members)Next Session: October 5 – December 14 (No Class November 9)Drop in Fee $7.00 per person. Save money by signing up for the entire session.John Marchewitz will be teaching this class that includes easy chair exercises that will make a big difference in your mobility and health. For more information, go to www.wustyle.com.

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Exercise & Fitness

ADAPTIVE YOGA Tuesdays, 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. September 15 – October 27Carriage House$35.00 per person ($40.00 for Non-Members)Drop-in fee $7.00 per person. Save money by signing up for the entire session.This class adapts Yoga to all types of bodies and abilities. Optional use of light hand weights, stability balls, and strap or tie. Bring weights, strap and yoga mat to class.

DE STRESS YOGA Wednesdays, 5:45 – 6:45 p.m. September 16 – October 28, Carriage House$49.00 per person ($54.00 for Non-Members)Drop-in fee $9.00 per person. Save money by signing up for the entire session.Focus on letting go of the day’s tensions and stress. Optional use of light hand weights and strap or tie. Bring yoga mat or towel to class. Stability balls are also available for optional use during this class.

ZUMBA GOLD FITNESSMondays6:30 – 7:30 p.m.Senior Community Center September 14 – October 19, 2015$30.00 per person ($35.00 for Non-Members)Join the party! Zumba fuses hypnotic musical rhythms and tantalizing moves to create a dynamic workout system. Tone and sculpt your body while burning fat. Best price in town! Next Session: November 2 – December 7

SWIM FITNESS CLASSESThe following 50+ Aqua Classes take place at the

Clarkston High School Pool, 6093 Flemings Lake road

Register for these classes at the Senior Community Center at (248) 625-8231 Please register by the Friday preceding each session.

THEY ARE BACK!!!!!!! PUNCH CARDS!!!!!!!!!! TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE FLEXIBIILTY OF ATTENDING THE HI LO CORE CARDIO, DEEP WATER POWER HOUR, AQUA DANCE PARTY OR AQUA ZUMBA (OR ALL OF THEM.) Punch Cards will only be sold at the Senior Center and will expire at the end of each month. They CANNOT be rolled over into the next month. NO EXCEPTIONS. Purchase only the number of punches you are planning to use each month.

$6.00 per punch ($6.50 per punch for Non-Members). Session I: September 1 – September 30Session II: October 1 – October 31Session III: November 1 – November 30Session IV: December 1 – December 31

Hi Lo Core Cardio Tuesday and Thursday 10:00 – 10:50 a.m.Shallow water aerobics class combining weights, boards and cardio intervals to strengthen your core, enhance flexibility and energize you for your day! Strengthen your abdomen and back while improving your range of motion. All fitness levels welcome!

Deep Water Power HourTuesday and Thursday 9:00 – 9:50 a.m.Deep water, gravity/stress free class is designed to increase body awareness through core stabilization, good body alignment and breathing techniques. Buoyancy belts and noodles are provided. Participants will strengthen their core, improve flexibility and feel invigorated! All fitness levels welcome!

Aqua Dance PartyTuesday and Thursday 9:00 – 9:50 a.m.Enjoy all over strengthening and toning while moving to the music! This low to moderate intensity shallow water class will have you “moving and grooving” towards improved cardiovascular health, physical strength, and weight loss.

Aqua Zumba (Starts in October)Wednesday and Friday 12:00 Noon – 12:45 p.m.Amazing Zumba moves designed for the pool. Feel like you are in a tropical oasis as you move and dance to fun Latin rhythms. Strengthen your core and back muscles with no stress on your knees. This shallow water workout is good for heart health. You will laugh and burn calories at the same time! See a difference in your overall well-being. Perfect for all levels of fitness.

CANCELLATION OF GREAT PROGRAMS CAN BE AVOIDED!Deadlines are very important for planning puposes, for the

Senior Community Center staff and instructors.Please avoid disappointment by registering early. Thank You!

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LOCAL FITNESS PARTNERSHIPS

FITNESS CENTER CLARKSTONMonday – Friday 7:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.

GREAT NEWS! McLaren Fitness Center is now offering monthly gym memberships to Independence Township Senior Community Center members for only $20.00 per month and $30.00 per month for couples. No registration fees! Join month to month. Call (248) 922-6820 to sign up!

Exercise & Fitness

FitnessQuest at HealthQuestDowntown Clarkston

Monday – Friday 6:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.Saturday – Sunday 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

MORE GREAT NEWS! FitnessQuest located at 32 S. Main Street is offering monthly gym memberships to Independence Senior Community Center members for only $40.00 per month and $70.00 per month for couples. No registration fees (save $59.00!) Join month to month. Call (248) 625-6022 to sign up!

FitnessQuest is offering an introductory tour of their facility on Saturday, September 19, 2015 at 9:00 a.m. If you are interested in attending please call the Senior Center at (248) 625-8231 to place your name on the list.

Biking ClubTuesdays, 9:00 a.m.Ongoing through SeptemberActivity Center Parking LotJoin our group for relaxing rides around the Clarkston area beautiful bike paths. Riding time is approximately 2 hours round trip. Rides will take place while the weather cooperates.

BowlingMondays, 1:00 p.m., Ongoing Beginning September 14Cherry Hill Lanes, 6697 Dixie HighwayInformal league includes 3 relaxing games for just $6.50 per week. No experience necessary. Bowlers are not obligated to bowl each week or pay for weeks missed. Pre-registration not needed. Weekly fee includes end of the season bowling banquet.

Outdoor 50+ Golf Lessons Thursdays, 11:00a.m.–NoonAugust 27, September 3, September 10 and September 17Heather Highlands Driving Range on 11450 Holly Road$55.00 per person ($60.00 for Non-Members) for 4 week session. This four week course is for anyone 50+ who wants to learn how to play golf or to improve their skills. You will learn the fundamentals of the golf swing, proper grip, posture and alignment. You will also learn the long game, driver, fairway woods, hybrids, iron play, chipping, putting along with golf etiquette and course management. This fun, educational, low pressure class will give you the confidence and knowledge to go out and play the great game of golf. You will need to purchase a bucket of balls from the pro shop prior to each lesson. The instructor, Brent Davies is a USGTF Golf Teaching Professional, Michigan/Ontario Golf Teachers Tour Player and Boys Varsity Golf Team Head Coach at Holly High School.

Pickleball The hottest game around. A combination of tennis, ping pong, badminton and racquetball. All equipment provided. All levels welcome. Wear comfortable clothing and tennis shoes. New to Pickleball? Don’t let that stop you, we will teach you how to play and you will be hooked in no time!

Outdoor Morning Pickleball (Ongoing on New Courts)* MONDAY, WEDNESDAY & FRIDAY 8:30- 10:30 a.m.SATURDAY 9:00 – 11:00 a.m.$2.00 per person.Clintonwood Park Courts6000 Clarkston Road

*Note: In the event of inclement weather, Pickleball will take place at First Congregational Church of Clarkston, 5449 Clarkston Road

Indoor Evening Pickleball (Ongoing)TUESDAY EVENINGS 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. $4.00 per personFirst Congregational Church of Clarkston5449 Clarkston RoadPlease Note: Schedules are subject to change to coincide with the weather

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Detroit Historical Church TourWEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 2015$69.00 per person ($74.00 for Non-Members)Departs: 8:30 a.m. – Returns: 4:30 p.m.We have all been waiting for this trip! Visit the Iroquois Avenue Christ Lutheran Church, the Sweetest Heart of Mary and the Mariners Church of Detroit. While in the area of these churches, the motorcoach will tour the West Village and Indian Village neighborhoods along with the Manoogian Mansion. Enjoy lunch at Sinbads. Includes tours, lunch at Sinbads and motorcoach transportation.

Michigan State Fair – Senior DayFRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2015$19.00 per person ($24.00 for Non-Members) 62 and Over $27.00 per person ($32.00 for Non-Members) Age 50-61Depart: 8:00 a.m. – Return: 3:30 p.m.What an opportunity to go to this yearly event! Special senior programming at the Michigan State Fair sponsored by Oakland County Parks. Includes vendors, door prizes, drawings and continental breakfast. There is no admission charge for those who are age 62 and over. There is a small fair admission for all others between the ages of 50-61 ($8.00 p.p. reflected in the above pricing.) Mini-bus transportation.

Ford Piquette Plant Tour and Federal Reserve of Chicago TourTUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2015$42.00 per person ($47.00 for Non-Members)Departs: 9:00 p.m. – Returns: 3:30 p.m.The Ford Piquette Avenue Plant was the birthplace of the Model T and now a National Historic Landmark. Tour guide will be portraying one of Henry Ford’s earliest employees. Includes a box lunch. After lunch, enjoy a tour of the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago which includes a discussion of the Federal Reserve System and a direct view into our cash department which disburses currency to area banks. Motorcoach transportation.

Detroit Tigers Afternoon GameWEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2015$52.00 per person ($57.00 for Non-Members)Departs: 11:15 a.m. – Returns: 5:30 p.m.Take me out to the ballgame! Enjoy a late summer afternoon Tiger game at Comerica Park with your friends. Trip includes lower baseline seat, hot dog, soft drink and motorcoach transportation.

Soaring Eagle CasinoTUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 2015 $47.00 per person ($52.00 for Non-Members)Departs: 9:00 a.m. – Returns: 5:00 p.m.It’s time to go back to Soaring Eagle! Trip includes motorcoach transportation, $10.00 on player’s card and $5.00 in food credit. Earn 100 points on your card and get $10.00 more in gaming.

DSO Pop Series Centennial Sinatra SUNDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2015 $44.00 per person ($49.00 for Non-Members)Departs: 1:45 p.m. – Returns: 6:00 p.m.“Come fly with me” to Orchestra Hall (or take our motorcoach) for a centennial salute to Old Blue Eyes – Frank Sinatra. The DSO is joined by the swingin’ voice of Steve Lippia to take you back to the time when a great voice and a great song came together – and there was magic. Includes mid-balcony ticket and motorcoach transportation

Oakland Town Hall Lecture and LunchRudy Maxa – The Savvy Traveler, WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2015 $55.00 per person ($60.00 for Non-Members)Departs: 9:45 p.m. – Returns: 2:30 p.m.As a speaker and former Washington Post reporter, Rudy uses real life (and often amusing) anecdotes to reveal travel secrets that can save audience members thousands of dollars while traveling. His weekend radio show, “Rudy Maxa’s World,” is the country’s most widely syndicated travel talk show. Includes lecture, lunch and informal question and answer session after lunch and mini-bus transportation.

The Explorers ClubMEADOWBROOK THEATREWEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2015$58.00 per person ($63.00 for Non-Members)Departs: 11:30 a.m. – Returns: 4:30 p.m.London, 1879, the prestigious Explorers Club is in crisis, their president wants to admit a woman, and their bartender is terrible. Letting a woman in could shake the very foundation of the British Empire, and how to you make such a decision without a decent drink? Grab your safety goggles for some very mad science involving deadly cobras, irate Irishmen and the occasional airship. Includes lunch prior to the performance at Loccinos and mini-bus transportation.

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Day TripsGreektown CasinoWEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2015 $35.00 per person ($40.00 for Non-Members)Departs: 9:00 a.m. – Returns: 4:00 p.m.Enjoy 5 hours of gaming and $20.00 back on your Player’s Card. Includes motorcoach transportation.

Zehnder’s Snowfest LunchTHURSDAY, JANUARY 28, 2016$54.00 per person ($59.00 for Non-Members)Departs: 9:15 a.m. Returns: 4:30 p.m.Enjoy a famous Zehnder’s 2 piece Chicken Luncheon in the Main Dining Room while being entertained by the newest rage Dueling Pianos – a modern day vaudeville act! These two pianists are your ringmasters for the day and will play rockin’ oldies hits of yesterday and today. These comedian musicians will have you laughing, clapping and singing with an unbelievable repertoire of music. Includes mini-bus transportation.

Hollywood CasinoTHURSDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 2016 $35.00 per person ($40.00 for Non-Members)Departs: 9:00 a.m. – Returns: 5:00 p.m.Includes 4 hours of gaming and $10.00 back in Slot Play Motorcoach transportation.

Need to Know Trip Policy Information•Onceticketsarepurchasedforadaytrip,theticketamountcannotbe

refunded unless someone replaces you from the waiting list.•Medicalformsandwaiversmustbecompletedbyallparticipantspriorto

departing for a day trip or participating in a program.•awaitinglistisstartedwheneveradaytriporaspecialeventbecomes

full. If you are unable to attend a day trip or special event after you sign up, contact the Center so that the next person on the waiting list will have a chance to attend.

• PlantobeattheCenteraminimumof15minutespriortodeparturetimefor day trips.

• ParkingfortripsisavailableinthedirtparkinglotontheEastsideoftheCarriage House.

• ForanytripthatcrossesthebordertoCanada,properIDisrequired.Youmust have an enhanced drivers license or a passport and no prior arrests-otherwise you will be asked to exit the motorcoach.

• Independence Township ParksRecreation&Seniors reserves the rightto request that any person needing assistance when participating in our programs is accompanied by a personal escort. A paid reservation must be made for the escort.

The Independence Township Senior Activity Center will comply with the spirit and intent of the Americans with Disabilities Act. We will provide and make reasonable accommodations to assist people with disabilities to access our facilities and participate in our programs and services. Those who require assistance on a day, overnight or extended trip must bring a companion with them.

Michigan Ohio Concert ChoirMACOMB CENTER FOR PERFORMING ARTSSUNDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2015$69.00 per person ($74.00 for Non-Members)Departs: 11:00 a.m. – Returns: 5:30 p.m.In its 43rd consecutive year, this popular 250 voice choir launches the holiday season mixing the most requested music of the holidays with pageantry, visuals, costuming, special effects, sound, creative lighting, and above all, excellent musical talent. A musical explosion of sight and sound! Includes an Italian family style lunch prior to the performance at Aurelio’s and motorcoach transportation.

Firekeepers CasinoMONDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 2015 $42.00 per person ($47.00 for Non-Members)Departs: 8:00 a.m. – Returns: 4:00 p.m.Includes 4 hours of gaming and $20.00 back on Player’s Card and $5.00 in Food Credit. Motorcoach transportation.

Home for the Holidays – DSOFRIDAY, DECEMBER 18, 2015$32.00 per person ($37.00 for Non-Members)Departs: 8:45 a.m. – Returns: 3:00 p.m. Detroit’s favorite holiday musical tradition to share with family and friends. It’s a sparkling holiday celebration. Yes, Virginia, there will be a Santa Clause! Lunch on your own after the concert. Upper balcony seating, must be able to maneuver a few stairs. Mini-bus transportation.

Legends at Meadowbrook TheatreWEDNESDAY, JANUARY 20, 2016$55.00 per person ($60.00 for Non-Members)Departs: 11:30 a.m. Returns: 4:30 p.m.In this laugh out loud comedy, Producer Martin Klemmer has uncovered a terrific script – ‘Star Wars: The Play.’ He needs names like film legends Sylvia Glenn and Leatrice Monsee, for the leads. If he can sign them, he can get the money. Will ‘Star Wars: The Play’ hit the big time?’ Includes lunch prior to the performance at Mitchell’s Fish Market and mini-bus transportation.

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SINGLE DOUBLE TRIPLE $5,349.00 $4,649.00 $4,619.00

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SINGLE DOUBLE TRIPLE $289.00 $239.00 $219.00

Little River CasinoNOVEMBER 1 – 2, 2015

(Non-Members – Additional $10.00 per person)Trip includes one night stay at the Little River Casino, 1 Breakfast, 1 Dinner, Evening with the Famous Scottville Clown Band, $5.00 in Casino cash and motorcoach transportation.Deposit: $75.00 Balance Due: September 25, 2015Optional Cancellation Insurance: Available at $15.00 per person, payable with deposit.

Peru, Ancient Land of MysteriesNOVEMBER 7 – 16, 2015

(Non-Members – Additional $10.00 per person)Includes Round Trip Air, 10 Days with 9 Breakfasts and 5 Dinners. Highlights include Lima, San Francisco Monastery, Cuzco, and Sacred Valley of the Incas, Pisac Market, Ollantaytambo Ruins, Machu Picchu, Culinary Demonstration, Lake Titicaca, and Uros Floating Islands.Deposit: $250.00 per person Balance Due: September 7, 2015Optional Cancellation Insurance: Available at $250.00 per person, payable with deposit.

SINGLE DOUBLE TRIPLE $2,454.00 $1,874.00 $1,734.00

SINGLE DOUBLE TRIPLE $3,864.00 $2,964.00 $2,704.00

SINGLE DOUBLE TRIPLE $1,014.00 $784.00 $714.00

National Parks – Canyonlands of the WestSEPTEMBER 15-22, 2015

(Non-Members – Additional $10.00 per person)Includes Round Trip Air, Airport Transfers, Shoreline Tour Coach, 7 Nights Lodging, 7 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch and 4 Dinners, Dead Horse Point State Park, Canyonlands National Park, Arches National Park, Canyonlands by Night Boat Cruise, Mesa Verde National Park, Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, Sightseeing in Santa Fe, NM, and much more!Deposit: $250.00 Balance Due: July 15, 2015Optional Cancellation Insurance: Available at $150.00 per person, payable with deposit.

Vermont – New Hampshire & Finger LakesOCTOBER 10-17, 2015

(Non-Members – Additional $10.00 per person)Scenic rail excursions, beautiful cruises, back road touring, great sightseeing and attractions, charming villages and New England’s stunning fall colors plus fabulous Finger Lakes region. Includes Modern Motorcoach transportation, 7 Nights Lodging, 7 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches and 3 Dinners, Green Mountain Rail, Quechee Gorge “Vermont’s Grand Canyon”, Cruise on Lake Winnipesaukee, Castle in the Clouds, Seneca Lake Cruise, and much, much more! Deposit: $100.00 Balance Due: August 10, 2015Optional Cancellation Insurance: Available at $100.00 per person, payable with deposit.

The following contain brief descriptions of each trip. Please stop by the Senior Community Center and pick up a detailed flyer. PLEASE NOTE: ALL PRICES ARE PER PERSON.

Grand Experience! Grand Hotel – Mackinac IslandOCTOBER 26 - 29, 2015

(Non-Members – Additional $10.00 per person)THIS TRIP IS “A GO” STILL TIME TO REGISTER!!! DO NOT MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY AT A FANTASTIC PRICE! often referred to as a “Cruise on Land,” trip includes 3 night’s accommodations at the Grand Hotel, full breakfast each morning, two grand buffet lunches, five course dinners each evening, nightly dancing to the Grand Hotel Orchestra, and many, many tours, lectures and activity options to choose from. Enjoy complimentary unlimited golf for your entire stay at the island 9 hole Jewel Course (mandatory cart fee $20.00 per round.) Includes all transportation, the motorcoach, ferry and horse drawn taxis to and from the Grand Hotel upon arriving and departing. Deposit: $250.00 Balance Due: September 1, 2015Optional Cancellation Insurance: Information will be provided upon registering.

Detailed flyers for all of the Extended Travel Trips are available at the Senior Community Center.

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SINGLE DOUBLE TRIPLE $3,529.00 $2,499.00 $2,299.00

Lancaster Holiday Show Trip & Dutch CountryNOVEMBER 17 – 20, 2015

(Non-Members – Additional $10.00 per person)Includes roundtrip Motorcoach transportation, 3 Nights Lodging, 3 Breakfasts, 3 Dinners, Miracle of Christmas Show at the Sight and Sound Millennium Theatre, guided tour of Lancaster including Amish Country, visit to Kitchen Kettle Village, Mennonite Information Center and Landis Valley Museum & Village, and more.Deposit: $75.00 per person Balance Due: September 11, 2015Optional Cancellation Insurance: Available at $35.00 per person, payable with deposit.

Note: A separate check must be written to Travel Insured International.

Christmas ExtravaganzaNOVEMBER 28 – DECEMBER 3, 2015

(Non-Members – Additional $10.00 per person)Includes Callaway Gardens – Fantasy of Lights, the #1 Outdoor Show in the Country plus the Magical Nights of Lights, the world’s largest animated Christmas Light Show plus Smoky Mountain Christmas and Lexington, Kentucky’s Southern Lights. Motorcoach transportation, 5 Nights Lodging, 5 Breakfasts, 5 Dinners, My Old Kentucky Dinner Train, CNN Studio Tour, World of Coca Cola, Hatfield and McCoy Dinner Show, Blackwoods Morning Show and Smoky Mounty Opry, and much more! Deposit: $100.00 Balance Due: October 15, 2015Optional Cancellation Insurance: Available at $75.00 per person, payable with deposit.

Florida VacationJANUARY 21 – FEBRUARY 3, 2016

(Non-Members – Additional $10.00 per person)14 Days including 9 Nights at the Outrigger Beach Resort in Fort Myers. Includes 13 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner and 2 Nights of Complimentary Food and Drinks. Includes Gulf of Mexico Lunch Cruise, Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre, Inside CNN Studio Tour and much, much more. Deposit: $100.00 Balance Due: October 15, 2015Optional Cancellation Insurance: Available at $75.00 per person, payable with deposit.

SINGLE DOUBLE TRIPLE $3,599.00 $2,899.00 $2,749.00

SINGLE DOUBLE TRIPLE $4,299.00 $3,749.00 $3,719.00

SINGLE DOUBLE TRIPLE To Be Determined $1,049.00 To Be Determined

On the HorizonSouth Dakota – The Black Hills & BadlandsSEPTEMBER 13, 2016 7 Days, 9 Meals. Mt. Rushmore, Crazy Horse Memorial, Black Hills Gold, Deadwood, Badlands National Park and much more!$2,199.00 per person Double Occupancy

Detailed flyers for all of the Extended Travel Trips are available at the Senior Community Center.

SINGLE DOUBLE TRIPLE $488.00 $398.00 $378.00

SINGLE DOUBLE TRIPLE $1,649.00 $1,299.00 $1,239.00

California CoastFEBRUARY 18 – 25, 2016

(Non-Members – Additional $10.00 per person)Includes round trip non-stop air, 3 Nights in San Diego, 1 Night on the Historic Queen Mary in Long Beach, 1 Night San Luis Obispo, 2 Nights in Monterey, 7 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches and 3 Dinners, Amtrak’s Coast Starlight Journey from Los Angeles to San Lus Obispo, Whale Watch Cruise, Hearst Castle, Tour of San Diego, 17 Mile Drive and much, much more!Deposit: $300.00 Balance Due: December 18, 2015Optional Cancellation Insurance: Available at $150.00 per person, payable with deposit.

Spain’s ClassicsAPRIL 16 – 26, 2016

(*Pricing reflects $200.00 early booking discount if registered by October 16, 2015.)11 Days, 14 Meals, Includes round trip airfare and many highlights including Madrid, Royal Palace, Toledo, Cordoba, Seville, Flamenco Show, Granada, The Alhambra, Valencia, City of Arts and Sciences, Lladro City of Porcelain, Paella Experience, Barcelona, La Sagrada Familia and Parc Guell. Deposit: $250.00 per person Balance Due: February 16, 2016Optional Cancellation Insurance: Available at $260.00 per person, payable with deposit.

Historic Cities of the EastMAY 15 – 20, 2016

(Non-Members – Additional $10.00 per person)Five Nights in Lancaster, PA, 5 Breakfasts, 3 Dinners, Samson at the Sight and Sound Theatre, Sightseeing Tour of Baltimore, Baltimore Harbor Cruise, Sight Seeing Tour of Philadelphia, Sightseeing Tour of Gettysburg, and many more tours and attractions. Includes modern motorcoach transportation, luggage handling and tax and tip on included meals.Deposit: $100.00 per person Balance Due: Optional Cancellation Insurance: Available at $100.00 per person, payable with deposit.

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Senior ServicesOffered Through The Center

Ask the Attorney Mondays, September 28th and October 26th at 1:00pmAttorney Dana Wilson provides private consultations at the center once a month. If you need assistance with legal problems or if you have legal questions, call the center for a 15-20 minute appointment. Donations to the Senior Community Center are appreciated.

Be a Santa to a SeniorWe will be partnering with Home Instead Senior Care again this year to provide gifts to seniors in our community and surrounding communities who are in need. Look for the tree at the Center beginning in November. Choose a name from the tree, purchase a gift, and return it unwrapped to the Center. If you are aware of any seniors in our community who would benefit from this program, please let Patty know.

Bereavement Group in the Carriage House Healing Hearts Grief Support Group is for adults who have lost a loved one. A bereavement counselor from Lewis E. Wint & Son Funeral Home will facilitate the group. For additional information contact Lewis E. Wint Funeral Home 248/625-5231 or email www.wintfuneralhome.com.No September GroupTuesday, October 13th at 7:00pm, “I just miss him/her! When will I stop?”

Cancer Support GroupA support group for persons with cancer and survivors to be held at the Senior Center is in the organizational stage. If you are interested in more information, please call Patty Collins at (248) 625-8231.

Emergency Food Assistance Program(TEFAP) is designed to assist qualified persons, including seniors with emergency food items. Call Patty Collins at the Senior Center 248/625-8231 for eligibility requirements. The next distribution date will be September 3, 2015. USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Fall yard clean up assistanceA Community Impact Weekend will be hosted by Calvary Lutheran Church on November 9 and 10th. Volunteers will be assisting seniors in our area with fall yard work and working on a variety of projects during this weekend. Consider volunteering to help make a difference in your community! Or, if you need assistance with fall yard work, please contact Patty Collins at 248/625-8231. Preference will be given to low income seniors.

Homebound Meals or Meals on WheelsHot meals are available seven days a week to older adults 60+ and to people with short or long term disabilities living in Independence Township and Clarkston. Call Older Persons Commission (OPC) at 248-608-0264 to sign up or call Center at 248-625-8231 Ext 11 for more information. The OPC Senior Center in Rochester provides this service to Independence Township and Clarkston through a grant with the Area Agency on Aging 1B, general fund support from Independence Township and donations.

Home Delivery Service (Books to Go)This program is jointly sponsored by the Clarkston Independence District Library and the Senior Community Center. The program is free and available to all Independence Township and Clarkston Village residents. You can fill out an application at the library and the Senior Center will deliver the books you order right to your door once a month. Call Lawrence Marble at the library at 248-625-2212 to sign up or Barbara or Patty at the Center at 248-625-8231 for more information.

Information and AssistanceIf you need help locating area services and resources such as in-home personal care, housing choices, legal referrals, transportation options, etc. contact Patty Collins at the Senior Center at 248/625-8231.

Low Vision Support Group If you or someone you know has low vision, contact Patty Collins at the Senior Community Center to learn more about this program. The group meets monthly for either socialization or educational presentations. Transportation is provided for residents of the City of the Village of Clarkston, Independence and Springfield Township. SEPTEMBER 10TH, 11:00 a.m. – Garden Tour and Lunch at the Center OCTOBER 14TH, 11:00 a.m. – Halloween Lunch at the Center

Medical Equipment Loan The Senior Community Center has a few medical equipment items to loan out: walkers, canes, shower seats and wheelchairs. FREE! A $25.00 deposit is required to borrow wheel chairs and seated walkers. Please consider donating medical equipment that you no longer need to keep the loan closet stocked. We also have some Adult Depends available. Call Patty Collins at 248-625-8231 for availability of items.

Medicare Part D – Open enrollmentOCTOBER 15TH – DECEMBER 7TH

You may be able to save money! Open enrollment for Medicare Part D, the prescription drug plan, begins October 15th and ends December 7th. During this time you are able to review your current plan and make changes for 2015. Because plan costs and medications change, it is a good idea to review options each year. Appointments with Patty, a Certified Medicare/Medicaid Counselor, will be available to provide information and to assist in reviewing your coverage options. Call 248/625-8231 ext. 17 to set up an appointment.

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COMMUNITY RESOURCESEyeglasses The Lion’s Club coordinates the collection and distribution of used eyeglasses. These items are used for low-income individuals who cannot afford to purchase eyeglasses. Bring your donations to the senior center to help others. If you are in need of assistance to obtain glasses, call Patty at the senior center. Dental Program - Oakland County Health DivisionThe Oakland County Health Division Dental Program serves the basic dental needs of low-income residents who lack dental insurance. It is not a dental insurance plan. Program recipients are provided an evaluation and a course of basic dental treatment. Registration fee (once qualified) is $15 per family. Visit fee is $15 per appointment. For more information or to receive an application, call 248-858-1306 or visit the website, www.oakgov.com/health.

Discount Dental ProgramThis program is designed to help uninsured/underinsured individuals save on dental care expenses. This program is not insurance. It is a discount program available to all Oakland County residents for an annual fee of $69. Program members can receive a savings of 20 – 50% on dental care needs. Call 866-498-7914 for more information or to apply.

Discount Prescription CardLooking to save money? Save on your family’s dental, vision, veterinary, hearing, diabetic equipment/supplies, lab and imaging services. Save on brand name and generic drugs, including drugs

not covered in health plans. No fee is charged for the card and may be used immediately. For more information on all benefits, call 1-800-931-8872 or go to www.coast2coastrx.com.

Focus Hope Food ProgramThe program provides free monthly food to senior citizens in need who are 60+ years and reside in Oakland County. Contact Michelle Robinson at the Lighthouse Clarkston at 248/620-6116.

OLHSA-Weatherization Assistance Program FREE energy conservation services for eligible low-income households are available to help reduce energy usage and lower utility bills. Energy efficiency measures may include wall or attic insulation and ventilation, air leakage reduction and floor/ foundation insulation. Contact the OLHSA Housing & Energy Department at 248-209-2760 to see if you qualify.

Senior ServicesSenior ServicesCOMMUNITY RESOURCESMinor Home Repair Program

This program is designed to help low income households to complete repairs of no more than $5,000 to a single unit residence. There is no cost to you! The repairs can include replacing furnaces, water heaters, roofs and other minor repairs. To qualify, you must be a resident of Independence Township or the City of the Village of Clarkston plus: 62 years of age or older, Disabled Adult 18 or older (disability documents required) and or low income and the owner of the home in need of repair. Call Theresa at 248-625-8231 for additional information. Assistance for other home repairs that do not qualify under these programs may be obtained by calling Oakland County’s program at 248-858-5401.

Visiting Podiatrist, Dr. Bruce Tabak, D.P.M. Wednesdays, September 9th and October 14th 9:00-11:30 a.m. in the Activity CenterBasic nail care, trimming, treatment of ingrown nails, calluses, corns and pressure sores plus more complicated foot problems. Treatments are covered by Medicare and other insurance. HMOs are not accepted. If you are unsure of your insurance coverage, please call Dr. Tabak’s office at 248-628-1880. Call the Senior Center to schedule an appointment time.

SENIOR TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM• Passengers must be a resident of Independence Twp., Springfield Twp., or Village of Clarkston• Passengers are required to be 55+ and older or handicapped adults over the age of 18.• Wheelchair transportation available• Van service available Monday thru Friday from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm.• All appointments need to be scheduled no later than 12:00 p.m., day before ride and are subject to availability.• Curb to curb service anywhere within Independence Twp., Springfield Twp. & Village of Clarkston. • A cost share of $3.00 each way is suggested totaling $6.00 round trip, • Medical appointments for Doctor’s Hospital, McLaren and St. Joe’s in Pontiac are subject to availability and are $5 one way/$10 round trip suggested cost share. • SHOPPING TRIP – Meijer/Great Lakes Crossing Mall every other Tuesday. Pick up between 9:30-10:30 a.m. Pick up from Meijer at 1:30 p.m. $6 per person.• All new riders must complete a medical form before their first ride and will receive a copy of the Transportation Policy. Our transportation service is funded through the Independence Township General Fund, Community Development Block Grant funds, Municipal Credits and Specialized Services, riders’ donations, fundraisers and other donations. Springfield Township and the City of Clarkston also contribute Municipal Credits to our program. Please call 248-625-8231 to schedule a ride or for more information.

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Thank You’s/ServicesDONATION WISH LISTWe can use the following items for our center:•CansofCoffee-regular&decaf(We can always use coffee)•CansofCreamerandSugar•Candyforthefrontdesk•Disposablebowls,cupsandplates•LargeButtonsforkitchentowels•PlasticCutleryandYarn

DONATION THANK YOU’SBUSINESSES AND ORGANIZATIONS:•Neiman’s Family Market – Bagels and other donations•Susan’s Hallmark – Prizes

INDIVIDUALS:•Diane Barringer – Sheets•Randy Beauman – Cookies•Linda Bilby – Towels and buttons•Susan Campbell – Fabric• Carol Dobson – Medical equipment•Ruth Emerick – Homemade dessert for Thursday lunch, melons, candy•Grace Finley – Candy•Richard & Linda Finney – Ensure, cards and thread•Katherine Foster – Yarn•Dee Hall – Cups•Joann Hazel – Medical equipment•Bob & Judy Hampton – Medical equipment•Reva Johns – Homemade dessert for Thursday lunch•Bertha Kannianen – Cards, books, hot pads, baby hats and boots•Steve Lambouris – Cards•Kim McCumbers – Medical supplies•Jim & Elaine McCracken – Yarn, fabric and cards•Gerald McNally – Magazines•Gary Newton – Glasses•Paula Patterson – Glasses•Paul/UAW GM Motor Sports – Case of playing cards•Mary Jo Reid – Cream• Janet Remar – Two canes•Eugene & Erika Rieck – Yarn & candy•Donna Schneider – Homemade desserts for Thursday lunch.•Lois Seddon – Candy and coffee•Dave Siona – Medical equipment•Patsy Stitt – Calendars, cards and tea• Emlie Stach – Dish cloths and knitted hats•Terry Stefanovich – Forty tomato cages•Gerry Townsend – Fruit and toiletries•Bruce Trollman – Several trays of cookies •Mary Underwood – Cards•Sharon Wiitala – Homemade dessert for Thursday lunch, tea and dishcloths•Janice Wood – Coffee•Marilyn Wyke – Coffee, Decaf

Thanks to everyone who donated to the Center.

BUILDING EXPANSION GRAND OPENING DONATIONS •Connie’s Creative Cakes – Cupcakes •Costco – Cake•Diane Brozovich – Garden flowers•Theresa Gordon – Dessert•Sue Shubert – Dessert•Reva Johns – Dessert•Sharon Wiltala – Dessert

THANK YOU TO THE FOLLOWING VETERAN’S CELEBRATION SPONSORS ON JULY 4, 2015 FOR THEIR SUPPORTPlatinum Level Sportsmen’s Great Northern GrillGold American Legion Auxiliary Unit #63 and Lockwood of WaterfordSilver Independence Village of White Lake, Grosse Point Party Supply, Clark Family, The Print Shop and West Shore Financial GroupBronze All Saint’s Cemetery, American Legion, Post #63, American Legion Post #377, John Acton, Pat Kittle, Lewis E. Wint & Son Funeral Home and Visiting Angels

American Legion AuxiliaryCampbell-Richmond Unit 63Clarkston,MI

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FRIENDS FUNDRAISERS

Kroger Community Rewards Program “We Need Your Support”

YOU MUST RE-ENROLL ONLINE ON KROGER WEBSITE EVERY APRIL TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS PROGRAM!

If you do not have a computer or need help enrolling, call Carolyn at 248-625-2924. You will need to have the following information available.

•LocationofKrogerstoreyouwanttoregisterat•KrogerPlusCardNumber•Name,addressandphonenumber•Emailandpassword(ifyouhaveone)•Organization’sNPOnumber-#90674

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Senior Center Advisory & Friends

Connie’s Creative Cakes

Cakes/Cupcakes for every occasion

I Look Forward to Serving You!

248-625-6264

connie.cakes@live.comhttp://connies-cakes.weebly.com

Connie will donate 20% of her profits from the sales from her cakes to our building expansion project if you tell her you are from the Independence Township Senior Community Center and you saw her advertisement. Call her at 248-625-6264.Connie.cakes@live.com http://connies-cakes.weebly.com

friends Friends of the Independence Township Senior Adult Activity Center (FITSAAC) meets on the second Wednesday every month starting at 9:00 a.m. September 9, October 14, November 18 (closed for Veterans Day on the 11th) and December 9, 2015. The “Friends” was approved in 2010 by the IRS as a 501© (3) non profit, tax exempt organization. The Friends is managed by a Board of Directors, which is comprised of members of the Senior Center Advisory Committee. Their main goal is to raise funds to help support programs and services of the Senior Center. Friends Members:Carolyn Morrison – PresidentLee Kuczmanski – Vice President and TreasurerPat Edwards – SecretaryMembers: Joe Figa, Connie Hutchison, Don Kayko, Pam Marin, Donna Miller, Jean Pachuta, Mary Lou Schell and Sue ShubertStaff: Ken Elwert – Parks, Recreation & Seniors Director Barbara Rollin – Senior Division Supervisor

SENIOR CENTER ADVISORYIndependence Township Senior Adult Activity Center Advisory Committee meets on the second Wednesday every other month at 10:00 a.m. September 9 and November 18. This group is approved by the Township Board to represent the Center and to offer input and support into the centers operations and programs. Senior Advisory Members:Pat Edwards – Vice PresidentCarolyn Morrison – SecretaryMembers: Joe Figa, Connie Hutchison, Don Kayko, Lee Kuczmanski, Donna Miller, Jean Pachuta, Charlotte Schaffer, Mary Lou Schell, Sue Shubert, Tom Stone and Mel VaaraStaff: Ken Elwert – Parks, Recreation & Seniors Director Barbara Rollin – Senior Division SupervisorPatrick Kittle – Township SupervisorBarbara Pallotta – Township Clerk

SENIOR CENTER BUILDING EXPANSION

We are still accepting donations for the Building Expansion Fund for furnishing and items that were not budgeted for. Checks can be made out to FITSAAC. Please contact Barbara Rollin at 248-625-8231 or Carolyn Morrison if you have any questions. Listed below are the most recent donations we have received from individuals for our expansion project. Thanks to all of you for your donations. Donations to Building Project:•Connie’sCreativeCakes•InmemoryofMarionFiga(Joe&JoyceFiga)•Mike&LindaMeschen–Landscapingforbuilding•ThePinochleGang•RajSaigal

FRIENDS FUNDRAISERS

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Winners/BirthdaysOCTOBER 2015SEPTEMBER 2015

Vermeulen, Dee 9/1Kosiba, Gary 9/1Sommer, Helen 9/2Bickerstaff, Lorna 9/3Conway, Judy 9/3Finney, Linda 9/3Loukes, Marilyn 9/3Masserang, Gregory 9/3Morrow, Patricia 9/3Hough, Richard 9/4Bilbey, Linda 9/5Bogner, Larry 9/5Lyon, Carol 9/5Bishop, Myriam 9/5Timmons, Wanda 9/5Ezell, Lee 9/6Miller, Gloria 9/6Morse, Sharon 9/6Sitko, Jane 9/6Davis, Susan 9/7Ison James 9/7Kwapisz, Nancy 9/7Messing, Jeannie 9/7Katnik, Alexandra 9/8Lindner, Richard 9/8Wagner, Sue 9/9Pratt, Peggy 9/10Tanner, RoseMary 9/10Krentzen, Lee 9/11Lovig, Lenora 9/11Weber, Pat 9/11Bishop, Jane 9/12Finney, Richard 9/12Maki, Carla 9/12DaCosta, Margaret 9/13Melhus, Karen 9/13Heist, Marilyn 9/14Simunovic, Helen 9/14Taylor, Kathleen 9/14Arcello, Debbie 9/15

Ramos-Torres, Luz 9/15Sadler, Pam 9/15Schairer, Jeanne 9/15Tupiak, Nellie 9/15Vargo, Margaret 9/16Johnson,Peggy 9/17Quigley, Karen 9/18Wright, Nena (Betty) 9/18Hutchinson, Alice 9/19Brown, Jan 9/20Drews,Alyce 9/20Mates, Bonnie 9/20Walker, Mary 9/20Witt, Kathleen 9/20Wyatt, Christine 9/20Wood, Janice 9/21Whapham, Thomas 9/21Calice, Christine 9/22Halpin, Chuck 9/22Thurmond, Barbara 9/22Anderson, Janet 9/23Bommarito, Janice 9/23Castiglione, Alfred 9/23Jennings, Alfred 9/23Strother, Frank 9/23Hartwig, Belinda 9/24Perry, Shirley 9/24Alexander, Terri 9/25Cottrell, Larry 9/25Romano, Gerry 9/27Bellant, Roseanna 9/28Nisbett, Donald 9/28Wood, Glenn 9/28Brown, Michael 9/29Kozlow, Melanie 9/29Lymperis, Sandy 9/29Patrick, Sharon 9/29Trollman, Maria 9/29Smith, Frances 9/30Sueta, Linda 9/30

Smith, Frances J 10/1Edwards, Judith 10/2Hirt, Caniel 10/2Kimble, Marjean 10/2Morris, Marsha 10/2Shepherd, Audrey 10/2Weslerski, Donald 10/2Bloom, Margaret 10/3Haynes, Nelson 10/3James, Leo 10/4Rudatis, William 10/4Ryan, Sharon 10/5Bergkoetter, Craig 10/6Roeske, Anne 10/6Sloan, Mary 10/6Gibbs, Joyce 10/7Morris, Robert 10/7Richardson, Marlene 10/7Toffolo, Diana 10/7Godsel, Judy 10/8Brodyke, Mary 10/9Carney, Clifford 10/9McCurry, Robert 10/9Rader, Leo 10/9Reading, Marlyn 10/9Smith, Sara 10/9Knappe, Ed 10/10Toth, Elizabeth 10/10Zatell, Janice 10/10Borgersen, Kim 10/11Hall, Rosemary 10/11Peter, Mary Margaret 10/11Drap, Ginger 10/12Brown, Charlie 10/12Tierney, Sally 10/12Baxter, Bonnie 10/12Kelly, Cheryl 10/12Smith, Bruce 10/13Thayer, Michael 10/13Watkins, Janice 10/13Schwartz, Joann 10/14Clarno, Darlene 10/14Haynes, Nelson 10/14Ritchie, Sylvia 10/14Blacklaw, Karen 10/15Cannavo, Loretta 10/15Pinner, Gary 10/15

Schons, Denise Ann 10/15Mattinson, George 10/16Pirie, Alex 10/16Harbaugh, Pat 10/16Bergkoetter, Molly 10/19Wood, Sheila 10/19Milburn, Pat 10/19Whapham, Cecelia 10/19Baird, Shirley 10/20Daly, Brian 10/20Benson, Charles 10/21Borgesen, Kim 10/21Burrill, Ron 10/21Czar, Michael 10/21Hutchison, Connie 10/21Schwarb, Rick 10/21Rieck, Erika 10/21Blaylock, Janet 10/22DeNio, Walter 10/22Bodner, Carole 10/22Parks, Richard 10/22Warren, Jackie 10/22Saunders, Maria 10/23Wiltse, Danny 10/24Chrisman, Carolee 10/24Emerick, Ruth 10/25McKinstry, Edith 10/25Kwapisz, Robert 10/26Taormina, Sally 10/26Van Giesen, Marilyn 10/26O’Dea, Kay 10/27Oszust, Renee 10/28Johns, Reva 10/28Lacey, Paul 10/28Schaldenbrand, Clara 10/29Schoeneweg, Darryl 10/29Dysarczyk, Charette 10/29Wiltfand, Henry 10/29Kastler, Michael 10/29Base, Joan 10/29Schoeneweg, Darryl 10/29Shalla, Tom 10/30Meissner, Janice 10/30Brueckner, Renee 10/30Borgeson, Sandra 10/31Mills, Dorothy 10/31Moore, Debi 10/31

MONDAY EUCHRE6/1 Dot Lederman6/8 Loretta Cannavo6/15 Julie Goldwater6/22 Julie Goldwater6/29 Rose Jordon7/6 Ken Cooper7/13 Wendell Banks7/20 Debbie Locher7/27 Bev Shalla

TUESDAY PINOCHLE6/2 Bill Miller6/9 Lynn White6/16 John Nicholson6/23 Don Wesierski6/30 Sharon Nihjof7/7 William Purves7/14 Katherine Reid 7/21 Caroline Oates7/28 Caroline McGuire

Senior Gold Card ProgramThe Senior Gold Card Program is available to any resident of the Clarkston Community School District who is 62 or older. Eligible citizens may register at the Administration Building located at 6389 Clarkston Road or by calling the Superintendent’s Office at 248-623-5408. www.clarkston.k12.mi.usShow your card and receive FREE or discounted activities in the Clarkston School District

FRIDAY PINOCHLE6/5 Gwen Manley6/12 Barb Dorn6/19 Lou Cherwak6/26 Bev Morris7/10 Donna Miller7/17 Myrna Hirn7/24 Barb Dorn7/31 Don Wesierski

MARATHON BRIDGEJUNE 121st Sharland/Bradley2nd Franciso/McGregor3rd Lewis/GoddardJUNE 26 1st Brown/Bradley2nd Friedly/Wilbur3rd Edson/McCurryJULY 101st McCurry/Edson2nd Checklich/Butler3rd Friedly/Weber

BUNCOJUNE 101st Marie BlaszecykMost Bunco’s Janice Wood Last but not Least Barb Meikle

JULY 81st Vicki Hogan2nd Pat RoyMost Bunco’s Marilyn Wyke

Last but not Least Barbar Meikle

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Community EventsCLARKSTON AREA FARMERS MARKET6558 Waldon Road, ClarkstonCome join us for the 2015 Market Season on Saturdays through the 10th of October from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. For information call 248-505-6848 or email clarkstonareafarmersmarket@gmail.com , P.O. Box 1053 Clarkston, Michigan 48347.

CLARKSTON CULTURAL ARTS Formerly Depot Street Arts, this new organization is in existence to promote artist, and to promote art enrichment in the community as a whole. Open to any artists or art supporters. Meetings are held 1st Tuesday of the month at 7:00 p.m. at Picasso’s Grapevine in downtown Clarkston. Check Facebook for last minute changes.Email: clarkstonculturalarts@gmail.com & Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clarkstonculturalarts

CLARKSTON INDEPENDENCE GENEALOGY SOCIETY“New” Forming on Thursday, September 17th at 10:00 a.m. until noon at the Clarkston Independence District Library. Everyone interested in genealogy is welcome to attend. You can call Joette Kunse at 248-620-2984 for more information.

CLARKSTON AREA OPTIMIST CLUBCommunity members are invited to join Clarkston Area Optimists for their meetings at 7:30 a.m. at the Clarkston Methodist Church Fellowship Hall on 6600 Waldon Road. The Optimist Club supports youth in the community. Their motto is “Bringing Out the Best in Youth”. Join them for an hour program that features interesting things in our community. Lots of laughter plus coffee and doughnuts. For more information call 248-620-6551.

THE FRIENDLY FOREST

Saturday, October 17th in Clintonwood Park (rain or shine)Ages 2-12, 3-6 p.m., $7.00 for residents and $10.00 for non-residentsTickets on Sale at the Parks, Recreation and Senior Office starting September 8th Join us in the park with your little princesses, ghosts and goblins to collect goodies from all of your favorite cartoon and fairy-tale characters! Walk a decorated trail with authentic backdrops that will keep you peeking around the bend for more. Goodie-bags will be provided at the beginning of the trail. After trick-or-treating enjoy a yummy snack and hayride! Event in partnership with the Clarkston Area Optimist Club. Call 248-625-8223 for more information.

INDEPENCENCE TOWNSHIP PARKS, RECREATION & SENIORS

HALLOWEEN PUMPKIN CARVING CONTESTJoin the excitement and get your creative juices flowing and carve your way into scary fun! This September and October spend time and carve your pumpkin to enter the “Traditional Carving Pumpkin Category” or the “Non-Traditional Creative Scary Category”. One entry per family please. Once you have your pumpkin carved, email your creation to Lisa at lmccoy@indetwp.com. There will be 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners in each category. This contest is FREE! Deadline to enter your Gourd-geous pumpkin is Halloween, October 31st by midnight. Winners will be announced the first week in November.

BEST OF THE BEST BUSINESS EXPOSave the Date-Thursday, November 5, 2015 at the Clarkston High School. Open to the public from 6:00-8:00 p.m.

21st ANNUAL TURKEY SHOOTBasketball Free Throw Contest

Try your luck at basketball free-throws and win a turkey for your family’s Thanksgiving dinner. Participants are placed in divisions based on their gender and age. Winners in each age division will receive a free frozen turkey for

Thanksgiving. Great family fun! Registration begins October 26th. Deadline to register is Monday, November 23 at 4pm. * 8 years & older * Tuesday, November 24th * 6pm youth

7pm adult, check in begins at 5:30pm. * Everest Academy – Girls Gym, 5935 Clarkston Rd. * $4 youth/$6 adult.

Community Events

Sunday, September 20, 2015, Main Street in Clarkston 12:00 Noon-6:00 p.m.

Hosted by Clarkston Area Chamber of Commerce, Independence Township Parks, Recreation & Seniors, City of the Village of Clarkston in partnership with Art in the Village. Enjoy food from the area restaurants, Rotary Wine/Beer Tent, Lions Club Beer Tent, TAILGATE ZONE at the Clarkston News Lot, Oktoberfest at the Clarkston Union and more. For more information contact the Clarkston Area Chamber of Commerce at 248-625-8055 or www.clarkston.org

Independence Township Senior CommunityCenter is funded through the federal Older Americans Act, Community Develop-ment Block Grant Funds and Independence Township. The Center complies with the terms and regulations of the Title V of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended in Section 504 of the Social Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Independence Township Senior Community Center is a equal opportunity program and reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request.

Independence Township actively seeks and supports participation by persons with disabilities in programs and services. Please call us with your concerns so we will know how to serve you better.

Independence TownshipSenior Community Center6000 Clarkston RoadClarkston, MI 48348

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Township BoardSupervisor Patrick Kittle Clerk Barb PallottaTreasurer Paul A. Brown Trustee Jose AliagaTrustee David LohmeierTrustee Ron RitchieTrustee Andrea Schroeder

We Are Making A Difference

StaffSenior Center Supervisor Barbara RollinClerk Theresa GordonVan Drivers Full Time - Gerald Ellis Part Time - Gordy Cloutier, Dale Coughlin, Lou Donagrandi, JoAnn Foote & Tom Mitcham Nutrition Supervisor Mary PrzybycienSite Hostess Barbara SzematowiczSenior Services Patty CollinsReceptionist Pat DrakePrograms Gerry TownsendProgrammer/Sports Mary MelegaProgrammer Assistant Mary Jo ReidProgrammer Assistant Carroll HarrisCleaning/Set-ups Carol VickeryParks, Recreation & Seniors Director Ken Elwert

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