By Jennifer Verzuh
Keaton Thomas volunteered at a local eagle sanctuary while attending college, a move that jump started her career working with birds of prey.
“Everyday is different and you never know what to expect,” she said of what she loves about interacting with raptors. “It’s never dull.”
Her passion for birds led her to Montana Raptor Conservation Center (MRCC) in Bozeman, where she currently works as the organization’s Education Director.
Founded in 1988, MRCC is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating distressed raptors in the state, helping with raptor-related research and providing programs in the community to increase public awareness of raptors and their impact on the environment.
Director of Operations Jordan Spyke said they cover 88,000 square miles across Montana, and bring in roughly 200 injured raptors a year. This work is
“I enjoy just being able to see the progression between myself and the birds, and the volunteers and the bird,” she said of here work there. “And [working to] make their lives the best [possible].”
essential, he said as the birds play a key role in our ecosystem.
“Raptors are a keystone species and an indicator species, so they’re super important to have in our environment,” Spyke said.
MRCC is typically contacted by private landowners or government agencies when an injured bird is found. They then network with their volunteers to get the creature rescued and bring it back to Bozeman where it can be worked on until the they’re ready to be released.
“Once we get the birds back to Bozeman we’re a full scale rehab program, so the birds
will get x-rayed, bloodwork done, surgeries done if needed, and anything post-surgery like physical therapy,” Spyke said.
Uniquely, everything besides the surgeries themselves, is done at their facility and by MRCC staff.
The birds they care for range in size from tiny owls “the size of a marshmallow” all the way up to eagles.
“They kind of fit into every niche of the food chain,” Spyke said.
Though they are full when it comes to volunteers at the moment, they are a huge part of the organization’s work both Spyke and Thomas said.
Their volunteers (which include seniors) fill all kinds of roles, including preparing food for the birds, cleaning cages, transporting the birds (in some cases driving all the way from North Dakota to deliver the birds) and assisting with educational programs.
“I couldn’t do what I do without our volunteers,” Thomas said, adding they enjoy “being able to spread the word about the birds of prey and just how amazing of a species they are and getting to educate people about lots of different types.”
Their educational programs include going into the schools, libraries and museums with their birds.
This month, they’ll have a raptor presentation at Big Sky Community Library, an owl presentation at the Madison County Library and a raptor meet and greet at the Museum of the Rockies. For dates and times please visit https:// montanaraptor.org/education/ public-events/.
“We get a lot of oohs and ahhs, especially anytime there’s a bird,” Thomas said.
“A lot of people are very surprised [when they see us because] they don’t even know we exist. So it’s great to be out there in the community and let them know to give us a call if they find an injured bird.”
Thomas and Spyke also both want to get the message out
to the community that lead ammunition puts these birds of prey at risk. Lead-tainted meat from a lead bullet can give raptors lead poisoning, which can result in muscle weakness, kidney damage, seizures or even death. They urge hunters to use non-lead ammunition in an effort to protect eagles, turkey vultures, hawks and other scavenging animals.
Thomas said the work they do
helps animals that “can’t speak for themselves” survive, and they rely on the community to survive.
“Everything we do is funded by donations[... and] it’s important to have a service like this.”
The organization also seeks wild game donations to help feed the birds.
To learn more about MRCC visit: https://montanaraptor.org/.
Iwas two blocks from the senior center when a car pulled up beside me. One of my exercise classmates was offering me a ride. “No thanks,” I said. “I’m nearly there.”
That was odd, I thought. Was I hobbling? Did I look like I needed help?
Then I remembered. I’m now one of those sweet little old ladies that folks like to look after.
It’s a difficult image to get used to.
The first time I realized I’d achieved sweet little old lady status was on a cruise to Greenland a couple of years ago. We were visiting a native village, the only permanent settlement on the northeast coast of that giant island. Whenever I get the chance in a foreign country, I check out the local grocery store, wandering up and down the aisles, wondering if I could live in this place for any length of time, considering the food available. (The answer is usually yes, although the limited daylight hours in a Greenland winter give me pause).
I picked up a tube of hand cream and took it to the cashier. One of my British shipmates was making a purchase, and the clerk seemed comfortable speaking English.
“They told us on the ship that we could use U.S. dollars,” I said, offering a bill.
“Yes,” said the clerk, “but change is in Danish money.”
“Oh, wonderful,” I said. “I don’t have any Danish coins!”
Sarah, the Englishwoman, smiled
at me, and I said, “Of course, I don’t have any British coins, either. I’ve never been to England.”
A couple of hours later, back on the ship, standing in line for the luncheon buffet, I felt an arm at my side. Sarah was slipping something into the pocket of my jacket. “Just a couple of queenies for you,” she said.
I drew the coins out of my pocket and admired them, shiny with the clear image of Queen Elizabeth.
“Thank you!” I said. “That’s very sweet of you.”
Later, when I walked past a mirror, I realized why Sarah had bothered getting me the coins from her cabin. With the dramatic streaks of white in her dark hair, I considered her my contemporary, but to her, I was a sweet little old lady who liked coins and perhaps wouldn’t be around long enough to go to London to collect her own.
Perhaps my self-image has always centered on how I believed other people perceived me. I was the one who always had another question in class, the rabble-rouser, the opinion writer that, according to my boss, the guys at morning coffee in Bozeman wanted to send back to San Francisco. My favorite description came 58 years ago when I marveled that I was allowed to sit in the front row when President Johnson gave a press conference in Guam, but I wasn’t allowed to travel to the top-secret base on Kwajalein. “But my dear,” said an Italian television reporter, “you look like a spy, not an assassin.”
I remember hearing elderly folks say, “I may be 80, but I don’t feel any different inside than when I was 20.”
That sounded improbable when I
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was 20, but now I can vouch for its accuracy. These days, I am astonished every morning when I catch that first glimpse of myself in the bathroom mirror after eight hours of dreams full of people and places from long ago.
I’ll admit some of my feelings ARE different now from when I was 20. Or 40. I recently returned from a trip to Japan. In the 27 years since my last visit, I noticed big changes, not just in the Japanese cities where I’d lived, but in myself. In 1997, I stayed with an acquaintance in Sapporo who let me sleep in her Japanese-style tatami room. I don’t remember having trouble getting up from my futon on the floor. This year, I could still get up from my floor bed in that lovely ryokan in Kyoto, but it was not a pretty sight – nor a very silent one.
Two weeks in Japan made me appreciate my “cute little old lady” status. For one thing, the subway seats reserved for “toshiyori” (the elderly) were always available. Then, as I rummaged in my wallet for bills to pay the entry fee at a couple of museums, the ticket sellers said, “You go in free if you show your passport with your birth date.”
Many years ago, when the movie theaters in Bozeman started offering a reduced ticket price for people over 55, I refused to ask for a discount.
“I’ll stop going to movies before I call
myself a senior,” I told my friends, who happily saved two dollars at each show. I guess I’ve matured over the decades. I was very happy to let the Japanese museums honor my aged status.
It’s also great not to have to take my shoes off in the TSA line at the airport.
Hey! Considering the alternative, maybe we should all cherish our status as adorable old fogies!
Jan Cashman has operated Cashman Nursery in Bozeman with her husband, Jerry, since 1975.
Sarah Barnhardt- Old fashioned double pink. Late-season bloomer.
Red Charm- Early-season with gigantic deep red bomb-type flowers. One of the finest reds ever introduced. They’re an APS Gold Medal winner.
Festiva Maxima- One of the best double whites—pure white flowers with red flecks. Very fragrant, blooming from early to midseason. Heirloom variety.
By Jan CashmanNote: This article was originally published in 2015.
Peonies, in my book, are the best perennial flower we can grow here, or, for that matter, in the whole northern half of the U.S.! This beautiful, fragrant flower with full, lush foliage is cold, hardy, low maintenance, deer resistant, relatively pest free and tolerant of alkaline soils. Peonies are a longlived perennial—they can live 100 years or more!
There are 3 classifications of peonies:
1. Herbaceous: These are the familiar old-fashioned peonies that die back to the ground every winter. Their flower colors are shades of red, pink, or white. You
can have herbaceous peonies blooming in your garden for several weeks by planting early, mid, and late blooming types. Hardy fern leaf peonies with deep red flowers are the earliest of the peonies to bloom in the spring, but they have no fragrance and are expensive. Other herbaceous peonies include singles, Japanese types (single petals with larger, yellow stamens), semi-double, double, and bomb double.
2. Tree peonies: This flower has woody stems that do not die back in the winter. Although sometimes listed as hardy in zone 4, we know of no tree peonies that have survived winters here.
3. Intersectional peonies: They are also called Itoh after the hybridizer. These newer, costly peonies are a cross between herbaceous and
tree peonies. They have only light fragrance; the allure of Itoh peonies is their unusual flower colors, like yellow and lavender, not found in herbaceous varieties.
If you wish to grow your own in Montana, you should know the following: Peonies grow best in a sunny, well-drained spot. Purchase less-expensive root divisions in the fall so they will have plenty of time to grow roots by the following spring. Do not plant peonies too deep; their bloom will be inhibited.
We recommend fertilizing with a high phosphorus fertilizer like bone meal. The foliage of peonies is often floppy and needs support, but some of the newer varieties have stronger stems. Cut back their foliage to the ground in the fall to prevent pests and diseases.
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By Jim Drummond
This week the old guy waterhole was called to order after some honking, snorting and considerable grumbling. The falsehoods were about to begin when we noticed a latecomer charge in the front door at a run. He didn’t even glance at our table as he rushed toward the men’s room.
We were all aware that he had just returned from a trip to the eastern side of the state.
Eventually our friend emerged from the restroom with a satisfied expression and wandered up to the table. Someone inquired, “What’s going on? Did you get dysentery?”
The gent eased into a chair and responded, “Nah, I got dis at home.”
Someone else inquired, “What
happened at home?”
The fellow replied, “I was minding my own business when I heard the sound of an electric drill, then the squeak of screws being turned into wood. I went down the hallway and found my wife putting a padlock on the bathroom. She said that I wasn’t allowed to use it anymore. Then she stuck a sticker on the bathroom door that said ‘Women.’
She finally stood in front of the bathroom glaring at me with her arms crossed. I decided to come to the waterhole where the crowd is more friendly.”
Somebody asked, “What brought this on?”
Our friend sheepishly replied, “I forgot to put the seat down again. She says an upturned seat is a significant problem at night in
Jim Drummond is a retired banker and Bozeman native.
the dark. I offered to loan her my flashlight, but she spurned that idea.”
The fellow to his left inquired, “So, what did you do when she stood in front of the bathroom with her arms crossed?”
The first gent responded, “I went into the garage, clicked off the circuit breaker to the bathroom fan, then came to the waterhole.”
A fellow at the end of the table looked at our facilities deficient friend and queried, “What are your plans now that you’re locked out? How are you going to read magazines and enjoy peace and quiet?”
The gent responded, “I may move a recliner to the garage to browse the news and enjoy some solitude.”
An older gent in the middle of the table commented, “I experienced the same issue last month. My wife refused to put the seat up and it was a real problem at night. She offered to loan me a flashlight, but I also rejected the idea. I reminded her a number of times to put the seat up, but finally had to install a padlock on the bathroom. I attached a large ‘Men’ sign to the door.”
Someone asked, “So, what did she do?”
The fellow responded, “She’s pretty
clever and knows how to pick locks.”
Another chap partway down the table commented, “I recently read an article about Gen Z, the youngest generation. They’re building new homes with separate accommodations, similar to a restaurant. The Gen Z men’s room is quite basic. The seat is spring loaded and is always up unless needs require it down. The men’s room has a single sink, a small mirror and a couple of drawers for shaving supplies. The room is designed with one or two hooks on the wall for t-shirts and sweatpants. The home builders place a sign on the door that says ‘He/Him.’
“In contrast, a Gen Z women’s room is much larger and the seats are always down. It takes a hex wrench to put them up. The women’s room has a huge mirror surrounded by bright lights and electrical sockets. It’s designed with a massive cabinet under the sink and multiple drawers to hold hair products and a broad array of supplies to help them look younger, or sometimes older. The women’s room is designed with 50 large hooks to hang pajamas, sweaty workout gear, sweaters, undergarments and bathrobes. Most builders place a ‘She/Her’ sign on a Gen Z women’s bathroom door.”
Somebody responded, “The generations are astonishingly different. Generation X labels their separate bathrooms ‘Better Half’ and ‘Other Half.’ Millennials mark their bathrooms ‘Pointers’ and
‘Setters’ with pictures of dogs.”
An old fellow at the end of the table brought the conversation to a close when he commented, “My grandparents had the same problem a century ago. They had an outhouse alongside the barn with two seats. The left side was labeled ‘Pa,’ and the seat was always up. The right side was signed ‘Ma,’ and the seat was always down. Grandpa told me that privy management was much like a formal dinner party.” Someone inquired, “In what way?”
The first chap responded, “Ma controlled the seating arrangements.”
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osing a spouse is one of the most painful experiences anyone can have. Unfortunately, widows and widowers have to deal with more than just the emotional trauma—they also must consider a range of financial issues. If you’ve recently been widowed, what financial moves should you consider?
For starters, don’t rush into any major decisions. If you’re still in the grieving process, you are unlikely to be in the best shape to make significant choices affecting your finances and your life. But once you feel ready to look at your situation objectively and make appropriate choices, consider the following steps:
• Review your finances. Look at your entire financial picture — your assets, investments, debts and income. If you and your spouse had communicated well about your finances, and you shared decisions, you hopefully won’t encounter any big surprises. But if your spouse was the partner who mostly handled
financial matters, you may need to get up to speed quickly on what you have and what you owe. And if your spouse had provided a large amount of your household income, you will also need to determine what changes you may need to make to your lifestyle.
• Address insurance issues. If you will receive a death benefit from your spouse’s insurance policy, what will you do with the money? It may prove helpful in funding your own retirement or meeting other financial goals. But you’ll also want to be clear about what other beneficiaries, such as your children, might receive. And while you’re looking at insurance, you also might want to look at your own policies— do you need to change beneficiaries?
• Review your Social Security options. If you are at least 60 and you were married at least nine months, you may be entitled to Social Security survivor benefits. (If you remarry before age 60, you typically cannot receive survivor benefits, but you can reinstate them if this subsequent marriage ends.)
The amount of your survivor’s benefits depends on your age and the age of your deceased spouse. You can’t claim your deceased spouse’s benefits along with your own retirement benefits, so if you qualify for survivor and retirement benefits, you’ll receive the larger
amount. Depending on your situation, you might come out ahead by delaying your retirement benefits, giving them the chance to grow, while you accept survivor benefits. For more details on receiving Social Security benefits, visit the Social Security Administration’s website at www.ssa.gov.
• Review your estate plans. The death of a spouse can certainly affect your family’s estate plans. So, it’s a good idea to review these plans to see what changes, if any, need to be made. When conducting this review, you’ll benefit from working with an estate-planning professional.
Finally, keep in mind that you don’t have to go it alone during this difficult time. If you’re already working with a financial professional, they can help. If you aren’t currently working with one, now might be the time to start.
By looking at your finances and your family situation holistically, a financial professional can provide guidance that can help ease the stress you are naturally feeling. Few events are as sad as losing a spouse. But when you feel ready, start taking the steps necessary to continue forward on your life’s journey.
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As the Executive Director of Befrienders, I see that as we grow older, staying connected to our community and getting out there becomes more important than ever… and harder than ever. Whether you’re newly retired, an empty nester or simply seeking more social interaction, finding ways to engage with others can significantly enhance your quality of life. In this new series, “Get Out There,” we’ll explore a variety of opportunities here in the Gallatin Valley to become more active in the community, make new friends and rediscover passions.
It is important to challenge yourself with new experiences and to push yourself out of your comfort zone. As we get older, and are encumbered by age related issues, getting out into the community can seem insurmountable, but it does not need to be. Research shows that making social connections can improve mental and physical health, boost happiness and even increase longevity. With these benefits in mind, I look forward to providing you with some fun ideas and inspiring stories to help you step out of your comfort zone and embrace new experiences.
Recently, Befrienders hosted a birdwatching event at Story Mill Park. The gathering brought together Befrienders participants of all ages who share a common
interest in birds, making it easy to strike up conversations and build friendships. Birdwatching can accommodate any level of agerelated issues. If you are not able to see well, you are able to identify bird songs with a phone app called Merlin. If you are not able to walk easily onto park trails, you can view birds flying overhead from a park bench. It is the act of getting out there that enables you to have an enriching experience that provides joy in the shared discovery.
Birdwatching in the Gallatin Valley is a delightful way to connect with nature; the serene beauty of the Gallatin Valley, with its diverse habitats and rich avian life, offers a perfect backdrop for both seasoned birdwatchers and beginners. From the majestic raptors soaring overhead to the melodious songbirds nestled in the trees, the valley is a haven for bird enthusiasts. This activity provides a wonderful excuse to spend time outdoors, fostering both physical and mental well-being.
Moreover,
birdwatching can be a deeply meditative and relaxing activity, offering a sense of peace and mindfulness. For older adults who might be experiencing loneliness, this connection to nature can be incredibly soothing. Engaging in birdwatching can begin at the park bench with the curiosity of wondering what species of bird is perched over there to a passion for knowing more about the birds in our valley, and joining wonderful organizations like the Sacajawea Audubon Society and the Montana Raptor Conservation Center. By embracing birdwatching
in the Gallatin Valley, older adults can enjoy a fulfilling, active lifestyle while forming meaningful social bonds and combating isolation.
So, grab your binoculars and field guide, and get out there! The birds in our area are waiting to be
discovered, and with them, new friends and enriching experiences.
I look forward to exploring the many ways you can put yourself out there, stay connected and live a fulfilling, vibrant life!
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Meals on Wheels Delivery: Monday through Friday. Call to find out how to qualify for this program.
Center meals: Monday through Friday at 12 p.m. Call before 10 a.m. to sign up.
JULY 1 Salad, Pot Roast, Vegetables, Fruit
JULY 2 Salad/Fruit, Teriyaki Beef, Vegetables, Rice, Dessert
JULY 3 4th on the 3rd PICNIC- BBQ Chicken, Potato Salad, Baked Beans, Watermelon
JULY 4 CLOSED - 4th OF JULY
JULY 5 Salad, Baked Potato Bar, Vegetables, Fruit
JULY 8 Salad, Pasta Bake, Vegetables, Fruit
JULY 9 Salad/Fruit, Meat Loaf, Potatoes, Vegetables, Dessert
JULY 10 Salad, Salmon, Rice Pilaf, Vegetables, Fruit
JULY 11 Salad/Fruit, Ham & Scalloped, Potatoes, Vegetables, Dessert
JULY 12 Salad, French Dip Sandwich, Vegetables, Fruit
JULY 15 Salad, Hot Roast Beef Sandwich, Mashed Potatoes, Vegetables, Fruit
JULY 16 Salad/Fruit, Pork Chop Suey, Noodles, Vegetables, Dessert
JULY 17 BIRTHDAY LUNCH- Salad, Chicken Fried Steak, Potatoes, Vegetables, Fruit
JULY 18 Salad/Fruit, Broccoli Bacon Quiche, Hashbrowns, Vegetables, Dessert
JULY 19 Salad, Fish Filet Sandwich, Vegetables, Fruit
JULY 22 Salad, Tuna & Noodles, Vegetables, Fruit
JULY 23 Salad/Fruit, Pork Tenderloin, Potatoes, Vegetables, Dessert
JULY 24 Salad, Chicken Ceaser Wrap, Vegetables, Fruit
JULY 25 BREAKFAST CLUB- Salad/Fruit, Sweet & Sour Meatball, Rice, Vegetables, Dessert
JULY 26 Salad, Brats & Tots, Sauerkraut, Vegetables, Fruit
JULY 29 CAMPING TRIP- Salad, Beef Stew, Biscuits, Fruit
JULY 30 CAMPING TRIP- Salad/Fruit, Sloppy Joes, Vegetables, Potato Chips, Dessert
JULY 31 CAMPING TRIP- Salad, Taco Salads, Chips & Salsa, Fruit
Meals on Wheels Delivery: Monday – Friday. Call to find out how to qualify for this program.
Center meals: Monday-Friday 12:00 p.m. - Call before 10:00 a.m. to sign up
JULY
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Fitness Classes will be held in the Quaw Gym at Southview and Broadway in Belgrade.
EXERCISE:
Full Body Workout: 9 a.m. Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays (Quaw Gym)
Line Dancing: 9:30 a.m. Mondays
Walking Group: 8:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays
Yoga: 9 a.m. Wednesdays (Quaw Gym)
Ballroom Dancing: 10:30 a.m. Thursdays (with Open Dance at 10:15 a.m.)
*No Zumba in July
SOCIAL ACTIVITIES:
Pinochle: 12:30 p.m. Mondays
Ukulele Class: 9:45 a.m. Instruction and 10:45 a.m.
Group Play-Along Tuesdays
Bingo: 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays
Sing Along: 11:30 a.m. Thursdays
Needle Aires: 9 a.m. Fridays
July 3: 4th of July Picnic
July 4: Closed for the 4th of July
July 5: Friendly Fitness Friday at 10:15 a.m.
July 5: Fireside Book Club at 1 p.m.
July 17: July Birthday Lunch
July 18: Game afternoon at 12:45 p.m.
July 25: Breakfast Club 7:00-8:30 am
July 29: Annual Camping Trip; Call 406-388-4711 for more information
Donation: $5.00 - Over 60 • $7.00 Under 60.
Options are subject to change without notice.
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This menu is subject to change due to the availability of food.
You must call us at 586-2421 by 1:00 p.m. the day before or earlier to make a reservation. Meals are served from 12 to 12:15 p.m. The cost of the meal is a suggested donation of $5 for people 60 and over and $7 for people under 60 (this is not a suggestion donation).
Large salads are served every day at the center. The cost is $7.00.
You must call in a day ahead for the salad.
JULY 1 – Green Salad, Chicken Caesar Wrap, Rosemary Roasted Potatoes, Mixed Vegetables
JULY 2 – Green Salad, Pierogi, Sauerkraut, Mixed Vegetables, Smoked Sausage and Onions
JULY 3 – Green Salad, BBQ Rib Tips, Dill Pickle Pasta Salad, Corn
JULY 4 – CLOSED. HAPPY FOURTH OF JULY!
JULY 5 – CLOSED. HAPPY FOURTH OF JULY!
JULY 8 – Green Salad, Hot Italian Sub, Potato Chips, Vegetables with Ranch
JULY 9 – Green Salad, Garlic Parmesan Pasta with Homemade Meatballs, Roasted Brussel Sprouts
JULY 10 – Green Salad, Chicken Cordon Bleu Sandwich, Rice Pilaf, Broccoli
JULY 11 – Green Salad, Open Faced Turkey Sandwich, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Carrot Coins, Fresh Fruit
JULY 12 – Green Salad, Fish Chips, Malt Vinegar, Mushy Peas
JULY 15 – Green Salad, Mushroom Swiss Burger, French Fries, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion
JULY 16 – Pancake, Scrambled Egg, Bacon, Fresh Fruit Medley
JULY 17 – Green Salad, Chicken Pot Pie, Vegetables, Roll
JULY 18 – THANKSGIVING IN JULY: Turkey, Stuffing, Green Beans, Mashed Potatoes with Gravy, Cranberry Sauce
JULY 19 – Green Salad, Beef Tips and Mushrooms over Polenta, Broccoli, Roll
JULY 22 – Green Salad, BBQ Chicken Pizza, Peppers & Onions, Cherry Tomatoes
JULY 23 – Green Salad, Korean BBQ Beef, Rice, Sweet Pickled Cucumber Salad, Hawaiian Roll
JULY 24 – FAMILY DAY: Citrus Fruit Salad, Sloppy Joes, French Fries, Corn, Sundae Bar
JULY 25 – LUAU: Pineapple Kimchi, Fried Rice, Chicken Teriyaki Thigh, Hawaiian Roll
JULY 26 – Cobb Salad, Deviled Egg, Roll
JULY 29 – Green Salad, White Chicken Chili, Corn Bread
JULY 30 – Green Salad, Swiss Steak, Mashed Potatoes, Vegetables, Roll
JULY 31 – Green Salad, Chicken Fried Steak, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Roll
Allergy statement for all Meals-On-Wheels foods: Menu items may contain or come into contact with WHEAT, EGGS, PEANUTS, TREE NUTS, FISH, SHELLFISH, SOYBEANS, and MILK. Meals are now being served at the Bozeman Senior Center.
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JULY 3 – Green Salad, Burger and Hot Dog, Baked Beans, Cake
JULY 5 – Green Salad, Meatloaf, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Brownie
JULY 10 – Green Salad, BBQ Chicken, Macaroni and Cheese, Mixed Vegetables, Cake
JULY 12 – Green Salad, Sloppy Joe, Tater Tots, Mixed Vegetables, Brownie
JULY 17 – Green Salad, Lasagna, Mixed Vegetables, Garlic Toast, Cake
JULY 19 – Green Salad, Baked Potato Bar, Chili, Brownie
JULY 24 – Green Salad, Chicken Fajita, Refried Beans. Rice, Cake
JULY 26 – Green Salad, Spaghetti, Italian Vegetables, Brownie
JULY 31 – Green Salad, Ham and Scalloped Potatoes, Vegetables, Cake
AUG 2 – Green Salad, Spicy Orange Glazed Chicken, Rice, Mixed Vegetables, Brownie
• Bozeman Senior Center will be closed May 27 for Memorial Day
• Board meetings are held on the third Friday of each month at 10 a.m.
• Bozeman Senior Center’s Second Hand Rose is open Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• The Bookstore is open Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Accepting donations for Second Hand Rose on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m to 2 p.m.
*These dates and times are subject to change dependent upon volunteer and staff availability. Please call 586-2421 to be sure before you shop or bring donations!
Judy Morrill, Travel Coordinator • 1 (406) 586-2421
Office Hours: Mondays and Wednesdays, 10:00 to noon.
All the other trips are full.
All major trips for 2024 are sold out or past the deadline to sign up for them.
*TRIPS FOR 2025:
-HOLLAND, BELGIUM RIVER CRUISE, APRIL 2025.
-SUNNY SAN DIEGO AND SO CAL HIGHLIGHTS, FEBRUARY 20, 2025
-HISTORIC SAVANNAH AND CHARLESTON, OCTOBER 24, 2025
-ICELAND, AUGUST 2025 (brochures will be available soon)
*Brochures are available at the Bozeman Senior Center.
JULY 2 – Green Salad, Tamale Pie, Cauliflower, Fruit
JULY 3 – Green Salad, Sloppy Joe, Tater Tots, Cottage Cheese
JULY 4 – Pickled Beets, Ham & Scalloped Potatoes, Cucumber Salad
JULY 9 – Coleslaw, Cod, Baked Potato, Green Beans
JULY 10 – Jell-O with Fruit, Beef and Noodle Soup, Almond Broccoli Salad
JULY 11 – Green Salad, Finger Steaks, Potato Salad, Baked Beans
JULY 16 – Grape Salad, Honey Mustard Glazed Pork Chops, Green Beans, Potatoes
JULY 17 – Green Salad, Polish Sausage, Sauerkraut, Seasoned Potatoes, Corn
JULY 18 – Green Salad, Cheesy Southwestern Turkey Mac, Spinach
JULY 23 – Tacos, Picante Pintos, Rice
JULY 24 – Green Salad, Roast Beef, Potatoes, Carrots
JULY 25 – Cottage Cheese with Fruit, Bacon, Egg, Hashbrown Casserole, Toast
JULY 30 – Salad, Swiss Steak, Rice, Green Peas
JULY 31 – Applesauce, Pork Roast, Sweet Potatoes, California Style Vegetables
ALL EXERCISE CLASSES ARE HELD IN THE FITNESS ROOM WITH THE EXCEPTION OF LINE DANCING (Dining Room) AND CORE CLASSES (Downstairs Meeting Room).
The monthly fitness dues are $20.00 a month
STRONG PEOPLE (MONDAYS, TUESDAYS, WEDNESDAYS AND THURSDAYS AT 1 P.M.)
Strength building class focuses on increasing bone density and muscle mass. Class follows accepted protocol for people with bone loss. Participants work at their own level increasing weights as they build strength. Each class also includes exercises to strengthen the core and finishes with stretching. All are welcome and weights are provided.
STRENGTH TRAINING (MONDAYS, WEDNESDAYS AND FRIDAYS AT 8:30 A.M.)
A great class for men and women looking to increase muscle mass and overall body strength. Body weight, dumbbells, leg weights and bands are all incorporated into a full body workout. Strength training doesn’t have to be intimidating; drop in for a class and see how much fun you can have getting stronger. Just bring a water bottle.
AEROBICS WITH STRENGTH (MONDAYS, WEDNESDAYS AT 9:30 A.M. IN THE DINING ROOM)
This is a full hour’s workout. We do 40 minutes of cardio (which can vary in intensity depending on your own ability) and 15 minutes of stretching. Come join this dynamic workout!
CORE ON THE FLOOR (MONDAYS, WEDNESDAYS AT 10:35 A.M.)
Pilates inspired. Gentle mat work and stretching.
BEGINNING LINE DANCING
(TUESDAYS, THURSDAYS AT 10 A.M. TO 10:45 A.M.)
Beginning line dancing is a fun form of
exercise with physical, mental, emotional and social benefits. Learn and practice common line dance steps. Then dance to a variety of music including rock, Latin, country and waltz. Beginners who have no prior dance experience of any kind are encouraged to arrive 15 minutes early on their first day for some pre-instruction.
INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED LINE
DANCING (TUESDAYS, THURSDAYS AT 10:45 A.M. TO 11:30 A.M.; FRIDAYS AT 10 A.M. TO 11:30 A.M.)
More complex and challenging dances
will be taught and danced. Experienced dancers are invited to participate in this class.
ENLIGHTENMENT TAI CHI FORM
(TUESDAYS AND THURSDAYS AT 11 A.M.)
Tai Chi is a graceful form of exercise characterized by slow, methodical, gentle movements and deep breathing exercises that are low impact, relaxing and somewhat aerobic. People of almost any age and fitness level can participate. In this class you will be learning the Enlightenment Tai Chi Form, some
other easy short forms, warm-up and deep breathing exercises, and Tai Chi positions. Tai Chi can be a positive part of an overall approach to improving and maintaining your health.
HIKING WILL CONTINUE THROUGHOUT THE SUMMER
EVERY TUESDAY. Meet at the Bozeman Senior Center at 8 a.m. You must be a member of the Bozeman Senior Center and pay the $20 monthly fitness fee to participate. The list of hikes and other information is available at the front desk.
