Pittsfield Township
Senior Center Newsletter
November 2023
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Pittsfield Senior Center vs PSI Travel Group Membership
Understanding the difference...
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Pittsfield Senior Center Membership
Pittsfield Senior Center is within the Parks & Recreation Dept of Pittsfield
Township and is primarily funded by PittsfieldTownship taxpayer dollars.
The Senior Center offers:
- Dance classes
- Fitness classes
- Enrichment classes/activities
- Day Trips
- Special Events
- Workshops
Senior Center Annual Membership:
- $5/R (for residents) or
- $10/NR (for non-residents)
Payments for Pittsfield Township activities, classes or day trips can be made with cash, check or credit card.
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PSI Membership
Pittsfield Seniors Inc (PSI) Travel Group is a non-profit organization that was created to facilitate extended travel trips. They also host other events like Freebie Fridays, holiday party, casino trips and potlucks. Pittsfield Township provides the space for these activities to occur.
PSI Travel Group Membership is $5/year (regardless of residency).
This is a separate membership in
addition to the Pittsfield Senior Center Membership. If you plan to participate in PSI activities or extended trips, please sign up for this membership in addition to your Senior Center membership.
All payments to PSI must be made by check payable to PSI.
Questions regarding PSI policies or trips can be directed to the contact
information on the flyer for the trip.
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And finally...A little housekeeping
You may have noticed some housekeeping around the center. We've opened up an additional room to house classes starting in November. This will allow us to add new programs and classes to our offerings and provide space for PSI Travel Group FREEBEE FRIDAYS and POTLUCKS.
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Thank you Lifechoices
for our Line Dancer's Luncheon
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Thank you Visiting Angels for our Bingo Bonanza prizes | |
Focus: HOPE
Focus: HOPE now offering FREE monthly food distribution on the second Thursday of every month,11-11:30am, in the Senior Center parking lot. 11/9 & 12/14.
This program is for seniors 60+. For additional information, Focus: HOPE can be reached at 313-494-4600.
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Dementia Friendly Movie - at Emagine Theater in Saline
Tickets for Dementia Friendly Screening events are just $5.00 each. Free snacks. To reserve your tickets email dementiafriendlysaline@gmail.com. Movies are shown on the second Wednesdays of the month.
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Washtenaw Support Network for Caregivers
Washtenaw Support Network for Caregivers is a new program to support informal/family caregivers of older adults (age 60+; the caregiver can be an adult of any age). They offer a variety of services, all at no cost to the caregivers.
Program offerings can be found here http://michmed.org/washtenawcaregivers
Questions can be directed to washtenawcaregivers@umich.edu or 998-9352
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Rock & Roll Happy Hour
"Rock and Roll Happy Hour" is an event that has been covered by Good Morning America and the New York Times, as a fun event for older people who want to get their rocking in, but also get home by a decent hour. Every Friday from 6:30 to 9 pm, LIVE Nightclub in Ann Arbor has a well-regarded band play in the early evening. The band is rocking and people are dancing the whole time! Admission is free, but also feel free to throw a tip into the band tip jar!
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Eat Smart, Move More, Weigh Less
The Area Agency on Aging 1-B is a new, FREE virtual workshop for older adults who want to get healthier through weight management, mindfulness and exercise.
Eat Smart, Move More, Weigh Less is a 15-week program led by a registered dietitian nutritionist. Participants are expected to commit to the program, which is held weekly for one hour by Zoom. Lunchtime, late afternoon, and evening classes are available.
The workshop will cover practical strategies for adopting new behaviors that will lead to desired outcomes. Participants in Eat Smart will receive materials after they register, including a welcome kit mailed to their home that includes a program workbook, a mindful eating journal, and measurement guidelines.
Call 833-262-2200 to get started. The Area Agency on Aging 1-B has 100 slots available.
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Free Programs - Registration Required
Click the program name for a link to more detail and online registration.
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Presented by Nicole Boyer of LifeChoices
Thursday, Oct 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Snacks & Refreshments Provided - FREE
Preparing yourself before care is needed can prevent an unexpected event from turning into a crisis. Learn about the warning signs that care may be required and how to navigate the overwhelming number of available resources.
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Thursday, Nov 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm - Snacks & Refreshments Provided - FREE
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Wednesday, Oct 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Thinking of adopting a dog or cat? Longing for kitty or puppy cuddles but can’t have a pet? Want more information on our local humane society? Then this presentation is for you.
HSHV experts will talk about the benefits of pets, considerations for adopting, and ways to get involved with animals.
They will also share information on their newest program, Friends for Life, which provides resources for seniors to help them lovingly care for their companion animals. There will also be time for Q&A.
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Free Medicare Counseling from
Michigan's Medicare Medicaid Assistance Program (MMAP)
Medicare Open Enrollment Assistance by MMAP - Nov 15
Appointment and Registration Required. One on One Services to help you get set up with Medicare.
Timeslots 10:00am, 11:00am, 1pm & 2pm
Free Medicare Counseling Available. Medicare Open Enrollment Assistance.
Couples can sign up but each individual must sign up for a separate appointment time.
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Interested in learning to quilt?
We are looking at offering a class to learn basic quilting. If you're interested, please email seniors@pittsfield-mi.gov. We'll let you know if we get enough interest to move forward with a class.
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New and Returning Classes
Click the class name for a link to more detail and online registration.
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Mondays, 12:30 - 3:30pm
We've added an additional time and space for playing Bridge. Join us in the Senior Center Learning Lounge, Monday afternoons.
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Wednesdays, Nov 1 - Dec 6, 2:30 - 3:45pm
This class is designed to keep you moving. Using warm-ups,traditional poses, and focused breathing, yoga promotes strength, balance, flexibility, mobility, and a sense of calm. A gentle approach makes this class accessible to all experience levels. Come join us! Bring a yoga mat, firm blanket and water bottle.
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Introduction to Spanish - Beginner $60NR/$55R
Fridays, Nov 3 - Dec 15, 11:15am - 12:15pm
In this Spanish class we will focus on learning vocabulary and simple daily phrases in the present tense. Emphasis on conversational Spanish. All students are responsible for bringing their own supplies and text. Textbook - "Ven Conmigo" Holt Spanish 1. (Skip 11/24)
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Fridays, Nov 3 - Dec 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
This Spanish class is a continuation of the class that began in September or if you have previous experience. We will continue to focus on learning vocabulary and simple daily phrases in the present tense. Emphasis on conversational Spanish. All students are responsible for bringing their own supplies and text. Textbook - "Ven Conmigo" Holt Spanish 1. (Skip 11/24
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Book Club - And The Mountains Echoed by Khaled Hosseini
Wednesday, Nov 1, 10:30 - 11:30am
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First Mondays in Nov - Dec, 12:30 - 1:30pm
This time is for our seniors who are living solo and would like to meet up for a social hour. Talk about your interests, hobbies, etc. and get to know others who are also living solo. This is not intended to be a support group or for married individuals.
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Tuesdays, 8:00 - 8:30am
Get your morning started with an Indoor Walking Workout with Deb. Deb will lead a video series of Indoor Walking Workouts up to 30 minutes. Movements can be modified to your fitness level. Video led; instructor supported workouts.
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Fridays, 12:30 - 1:30pm
Would you like to move across the dance floor with ease and grace? Do you need to spruce up your dance moves for an approaching wedding? Ballroom dancing is fun to learn and great exercise for the body and the mind.
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Computer Help with Jack Spence - FREE
Thursdays, 11/2 - 12/21, 45 Minute sessions beginning at 9am, 10am and 11am
JACK IS BACK and ready to help you with your PC needs! This program is for individuals only and does not apply to business equipment. Projects should be short in nature and resolved within one or two visits. Call us at 734-822-2117 to set up an appointment.
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Wednesdays, 3:30 - 4:30pm
Oct 25 – Stocks: The Nuts and Bolts!
Nov 15 – Tax-Free Investing: It's not what you make, it's what you keep!
Dec 20 – Outlook and Opportunities!
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WCC EMERITUS PROGRAMS
Click the class name for a link to more detail and online registration.
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Mondays, Nov 6 - Dec 11, 12:00 - 1:00pm
Learn a series of gentle movement patterns from the Feldenkrais Method to restore function in your hips, knees and feet. Hips, knees and feet are meant to work together in a coordinated way. Each class will explore and restore this coordination leading to improved balance, less pain and easier walking. The class will be a mix of sitting in a chair and/or lying on the ground. No Class 11/20
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Art Classes
Click the class name link for more detail and registration.
Classes with no dates listed are ongoing.
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Cards & Games
Click the class name link for more detail and registration.
Classes with no dates listed are ongoing.
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| Bingo | Wednesdays | 1:00 - 3:00pm | FREE | | Bridge Mondays | Mondays | 12:30 - 3:30pm | FREE | | Bridge | Fridays | 12:30 - 3:30pm | FREE | | Euchre | Tuesdays | 1:00 - 3:00pm | FREE | | Mahjong | Tuesdays | 10:00am - 12:00pm | FREE | | Mahjong Mondays | Mondays | 1:00 - 3:00pm | FREE | | |
Dance Classes
Click the class name link for more detail and registration.
Classes with no dates listed are ongoing.
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Enrichment
Click the class name link for more detail and registration.
Classes with no dates listed are ongoing.
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Exercise Classes
All classes (including WCC) are held in the Senior Center Fitness Room. Classes with no dates listed are ongoing.
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Pittsfield Senior Center
Oct. - Dec. at a Glance...
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| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | | Fitness Room | Fitness Room | Fitness Room | Fitness Room | Fitness Room | | Rise & Shine
9:00am | Indoor Walking Workouts
8:00am | WCC Tai Chi Beginner Yang
10:00am | Line Dance
Beginner
9:00am | Rise & Shine
9:00am | | WCC -
Feldenkrais
12pm (65+) | Line Dance
Beginner
9:00am | Line Dance
Improver & Advanced
12:00pm | Line Dance
Improver
10:30am | Ballroom Dance
12:30pm | | WCC Tai Chi Continuing Yang
1:30pm (65+) | Line Dance
Improver
10:30am | Gentle Yoga 2:30pm |
| Line Dance
Fun/Multilevel
2:00pm | | WCC Tai Chi Beginner Yang
2:45pm (65+) | WCC - Tai Chi for Health & Balance
2:30pm (65+) |
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Beginner Yang
5:30pm (16+) |
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| Line Dance - Friday Nights!
4:00pm
Fourth Fridays | | Community Area | Community Area | Community Area | Community Area | Community Area | | Creative Writers
10:00 -11:30am | Mahjong
10:00am | Watercolor & Painting
10:00am | Computer Help with Jack Spence
9am,10am, 11am
45 min session | Crafting Crew
10:00am
Center Library | | Mahjong Mondays
1:00pm |
| Book Club
First Wednesday
10:30am | Flower Arrangers
9:30am | Continuing
Intro to Spanish
10:00am | | Bridge
12:30m | Euchre
1:00pm | Bingo
1:00pm | WCC - Landscapes in Watercolor
1:00pm | Intro to Spanish
11:15am | | Living Solo Social Hour
First Mondays
Center Library
12:30pm |
| Investment Workshops
10/25,
11/15 & 12/20
3:30pm | Men's Group
2:00pm | Bridge
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A Christmas Carol
Meadow Brook Theatre, Auburn Hills
Wednesday, Nov 29 - 12-9pm $105/$110
Everyone’s favorite holiday classic captivates audiences for the 41st year at Meadowbrook Theatre, with the tale of a mean-spirited miser and the ghosts that haunt him. We’ll travel to Meadowbrook Theatre by Luxury Coach for the 2pm show. Then we’ll head to downtown
Rochester to take in over 1.5 million points of glimmering light that cover the buildings. You will wander, shop, and/or eat dinner on your own, from 5:30-7:30pm.
Deadline: Nov 1
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The Nutcracker
Potter Center, Jackson
Saturday, Dec 16 - 12:30-5:30pm $100/$95
Join Ballet Chelsea for a the production of a timeless classic, "The Nutcracker." With new Artistic Director Michelle Quenon at the helm, this reimagined rendition promises to captivate audiences while preserving the cherished tradition. Prepare to be transported to a magical realm as Clara and her Nutcracker Prince embark on an enchanting journey through dazzling sets and breathtaking choreography. This production will showcase the exceptional talent of Ballet Chelsea's dedicated students and professional artists. The show starts at 2pm.
Deadline: Nov 17
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Tentative Day Trips for 2024*
*subject to change
January - Mamma Mia!
February - Holocaust Musuem
April - Frederick Meijer Garden
May - Holland Tulip Festival
June - Dow Gardens
June - Toledo Mud Hens
July - Riverboat
August - Belle Isle
September - Mystery Trip
September - ArtPrize
October - Orchard/Vineyard
December - DSO Christmas
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Now taking registrations for the PSI Travel Group
Holiday Party!
Must be a 2023 PSI Member.
PSI Annual Membership $5
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PSI TRAVEL GROUP POTLUCKS ARE BACK!
The PSI Travel Group potlucks unless otherwise noted are:
- Last Fridays at noon - Oct 27, Nov 17 & Dec 15
- $2 suggested donation
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No entree provided
- Bring a dish to pass for 8+ people
Oct 27th - Octoberfest themed potluck
Dish ideas include german potato salad, red cabbage, brats, spätzle, sauerkraut
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PSI FREEBIE FRIDAYS are back in 2024!
Come join PSI Travel Group for Freebie Fridays! Bring your gently used items and leave with
items new to you here at the center!
Hot dogs will be provided, a $2 donation would be appreciated. Also, bring your favorite individually wrapped goodies to have with your hot dog. Sponsored by the PSI Travel Group.
2024 Freebie Fridays are the first Friday of the month from 11am - 1pm.
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PSI Travel Group Extended Trips
For Collette Trips, follow the link for more information.
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New Orleans - January 21 - 27, 2024
$845p/p Double, $1100p/p Single, $820 p/p Triple
Deposit $75 - Final payment due Nov 14.
Last date to register 11/9. | Insurance not included
7 Days / 6 Nights - 4 nights in the New Orleans area
10 meals: 6 breakfasts and 4 dinners
Motorcoach transportation to New Orleans. Includes guided tour of New Orleans, admission to the National World War II Museum, guided tour of a Louisiana plantation, admission to Mardi Gras World, relaxing Riverboat Cruise on the Mississippi River and enjoy Historic New Orleans French Quarter.
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Eastern Canada - May 10 - May 18, 2024
$3,299pp Double, $4,299 Single, $3,269pp Triple Deposit $698 - Last day to register Nov 10.
9 Days - 12 Meals | Final payment due Mar 1, 2024
Round trip air from DTW. $349 insurance not included
Toronto, Niagara Falls, Niagara -on-the-Lake, Thousand Islands National Park, Ottawa, Quebec City, Choice on Tour: Quebec City by Bus or Walking Tour of Old Quebec City, Montmorency Falls, Maple Sugar Shack, Montreal.
https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1205362
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America's Cowboy Country - Oct 10 - 17, 2024
$3,799pp Double, $4,799 Single, $3,769pp Triple
Deposit $698 - Last day to register Jan 24.
8 Days - 10 Meals | Final payment due Aug 1, 2024
Round trip air from DTW. $349 insurance not included
Badlands National Park, Custer State Park, Crazy Horse Memorial, Mt. Rushmore, Deadwood Buffalo Bill Center of the West, Yellowstone National Park, Jackson Hole, Grand Teton National Park.
https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1205011
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To register for PSI extended trips with Collette, click the link with the associated trip and complete your registration including your deposit or come into the senior center and complete the Collette paperwork. Check dates carefully. Must have your 2024 PSI Membership card. For questions regarding Collete trips, please contact Hugh Deery at 734-358-6689 or email psitravel@hotmail.com.
***PSI Travel Group (Pittsfield Seniors Inc.) A volunteer based membership group, not run by
Pittsfield Township, that provides casino trips, extended trips and social gatherings.
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