Happening at the Gem. . . . October 2025

Hello members! 

It's hard to believe that Fall is already here, and soon we'll be looking at the end of the 2025. The Gem has a lot of programs, plans, and possibilities in the works before we start talking about that though, including what's on the calendar for this month.

The Gem is thrilled to partner with award-winning songwriters and musicians Terri Hendrix and Lloyd Maines for a free community concert called "Every Voice Belongs" on Saturday October 11. This event caps a two day songwriting workshop for nonverbal and verbal persons with disabilities. More information on the event can be found in the flyer posted in this newsletter, and on the Gem's website. Hope you can make it!

Mark your calendar for Sibby Barrett's "Fall Table Community Dinner" on Thursday Oct. 23 at 6PM. The link for tickets and the menu is included in this message, and on the Gem's website. Looks like a tasty and cozy evening to welcome the shifting of the seasons.

We have some specific volunteer needs / opportunities coming up:

Trail Workday (Oct / Nov)

Emergency Response Center committee

Facility expansion planning committee

Wildspace management / cedar removal and management (Oct/Nov)

Health and wellness fair planning (Jan/Feb event)

Reading Between The Wines event helpers (Nov)

Open studio and art walk (TBD 2026)

Indie Film Nite 2026

Create Healthy grant project (Nov)

Also, we're excited to welcome a new volunteer to our grants team, thank you Emily V. for offering to help!

As always, if you have any questions, ideas, comments or a desire to volunteer please feel free to reach out to me, as well as Irene. My email is stefanie.wright@gmail.com and my cell phone is 773-396-3257. 

Gym at the Gem

Dave Lageman is available for help establishing a routine. Please reach out to him directly at 830-275-0575.

He has a class extended through October in the Activity Center, Tuesdays at 10:30 am. This is a great way to meet Dave and understand how to make the best use of your time in the gym.

If you've been curious about joining, reach out for a tour during office hours Monday - Thursday or by appointment by email.

Darla -practicing Gentle Yoga at Monument Valley, UT

Thanks to Kim and Kimberley stepping in to sub for Darla for a couple of weeks.

Fitness Classes *Please note: Tuesday and Friday's Move It! class has been cancelled. Thank you to Jodie Fuchs for stepping in when we needed a volunteer to lead this class.

Step Aerobics Mondays 8:30 am and Fridays 8:00 am (No class Friday, October 10th)

Full Body Fit Tuesday’s at 9:15am

Thursday’s at 9am (No class Thursday, October 9th)

Heart Muscle Bones

Extended -Tuesdays 10:30 through October

Circuit Training 6:30 am- Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays (No class Thursday, October 9th)

Gentle Yoga Monday and Wednesdays at 11:00am and Yin Yoga Fridays at 10:00am.(No class Friday, October 10th)

Archery

Wednesdays & Fridays 9:00 am

Pavilion (No Archery Friday, October 10th)

All you need is an interest to try this fun sport. We've got equipment to get you started. The pavilion driveway is next to NAPA Auto Parts.

Check our calendar weekly for any schedule changes.

Nonprofit Members



BCCI Quarterly Educational meeting "Let's Talk About Quarries" Tuesday Oct. 28 doors open at 6:30PM.

The Streetscape Committee held a community mixer Sept 16 to encourage volunteerism. Thank you Streetscape and Keep Blanco Beautiful for holding your event at the Gem!

Keep your eyes peeled for a Members' Survey regarding additional classes or activities. We value your input!

Each Tuesday from noon - 3 pm and the 2nd, 4th and 5th Wednesdays are Game Days at the Gem. Currently, we have Poker and 42. Bring your favorite game and Gem friends. If you have any questions, send us an email.