Prime Senior News May 2022

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MAY

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HEALTHY TIPS FOR SPRING TREES OLD GUYS SPRING PROJECTS

2 / MAY 2022 PRIME

Sam of all Trades

By Will Barrett - PRIME EDITOR S

am and Rita Jackson have lived in Belgrade in the same home for 40 years, they even bought the neighboring lot to retain some privacy. The couple met in Sheridan, Montana at the local bowling alley where Jackson’s brother and Rita had worked as pinsetters. Jackson wasn’t too fond of bowling, but he started to come around more often once he met Rita. Soon after they

started dating. Together, they raised five kids, who gifted them 14 grandchildren, and 19 greatgrandchildren.

Having grown up in postdepression Whitehall, Jackson didn’t realize how little his family had. “The only ones who had more than we did were the doctors’ kids, and the druggists’ kids,” he recalls. He had six

siblings, and his mother made his clothes out of the town doctors’ old suits. Shortly after high school, the couple married. They eloped in 1960 in Idaho, and when the newlyweds returned, Jackson’s mother threw them a reception.

About her mother-in-law, Rita recalls, “she loved me, and my mother loved him, so everyone was okay with it.” Jackson even admits with a laugh that his sisters

might have liked Rita a bit more than they liked him.

Jackson and Rita had five kids, and in 1970 he and a friend bought some property to raise feeder pigs for extra income. After a couple years, he bought out his friends share, and continued on for another five years, all while helping Rita raise the kids. Raising the kids was mostly Rita’s doing,

PRIME MAY 2022 / 3 except on Fridays when she would take off for bowling and leave Jackson behind to take care of the little ones. On other occasions when they worked together, like they did as janitors, Jackson’s mother would look after the children.

During the 1960’s and 70’s, Jackson tried his hand at just about every job you could imagine, “you name it, I did it,” he proclaims. From breaking horses and raising his feeder pigs, to driving school buses and collecting debts, Jackson picked up quickly what jobs he was to enjoy, and those he wouldn’t.

He knew he didn’t want to milk cows, but with great pride he remembers one of his favorite anecdotes from his younger days, where he and his cowboy buddy Johnny Reynolds broke 150 horses in 90 days. Breaking a horse is

what you’ve got to do to get a horse ready to ride, something that usually takes 90 days on its own; but the two took it as a fulltime job, riding them sun up until sun down.

His longest tenured job was working for Darigold, where

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he enjoyed, “I loved it, it didn’t bother me at all because all the state laws were in my favor.” In addition to the Darigold truck, Jackson also delivered caskets, liquor, and even kids when he drove the extracurricular bus in Whitehall.

“Jackson even admits with a laugh that his sisters might have liked Rita a bit more than they liked him.”

he drove a delivery truck for 18 years, before moving to the bottling plant for another 15 or so, and then on to collecting their debts for a short time. As a debt collector, “People hated to see him come,” says Rita. Of all the work he tried, this one

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Sam Of All Trades..................................................2 Healthy Tips For Spring........................................4 How To Involve Seniors In Your Community.......6 Trees........................................................................8 Old Guy Spring Projects......................................10 Don’t Be Suprised By Social Security Taxes.......12 Meal service in senior centers.............................14 Bozeman Senior Center Recreation...................16

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Today, it’s hard to believe Sam and Rita ever worked. They communicate so well and enjoy life so much, it’s clear they’ve had a lot of practice. They dance every Sunday in Manhattan and occasionally go on RV trips with friends to Branson, Missouri to see

the live entertainment. The first year they went, they saw the Ice Capades. Branson is known for its history hosting legendary country music performers; Rita even had a country band of her own.

Jackson retired when he was 55, and Rita followed six years later. Early in retirement, he worked just enough to be around his youngest son, Chad. They ran a sealcoating business and cut firewood together, among other varying odd jobs. Before retiring, Jackson had the honor of handing Jeff, their eldest son, his High School diploma when he was serving on the schoolboard in Whitehall. When asked about what advice they’d give to the younger generation, they both seemed to have the same thought, as Rita summed it up, “go do something while you still can.”

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4 / MAY 2022 PRIME

Healthy Tips For Spring

By Nancy Ruby

PRIME MAY 2022 / 5

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hhh, spring is in the air. The snow begins to melt, then another storm hits. Flowers bloom and then a surprise freeze happens.

The sun is shining; it’s an amazing 70 degrees only to be followed by a freeze the next night.

The fluctuations of spring can throw us all. We get teased with some great outdoor weather, wear our first short sleeve shirt in months (maybe even dare to wear sandals!) and enjoy feeling the warmth of the sun on our faces. There is nothing like it! We can feel the anticipation of summer so close and all the great outdoor activities that come with it.

We think we are finally emerging out of winter and no matter how many years go by we just can’t help but get our hopes up, only to be dashed with another winter storm.

Ayurveda speaks of winter as being a time to slow everything down and nourish ourselves. It’s the time to rest up for the busyness of the upcoming summer activities, and the joy of being outside daily. But Spring can sometimes feel a bit confusing and even frustrating as it just can’t seem to make up its mind which can be confusing for our bodies as well. Allow me to share with you a few Ayurvedic tips for Spring and how to overcome some of these challenges.

For the most part, spring is a Kapha time of year. (Kapha is a combination of the elements of earth and water – basically mud!)

We are still experiencing quite a bit of moisture and feeling like things are a bit heavy and stuck. Spring is a season of transition, so a springtime routine is not intended to be rigid or static. It’s important we fluctuate a bit according to what’s happening with the weather day to day.

SPRINGTIME DIET

You may notice a craving for more greens and over all a lighter diet, especially on those warm days. In many parts of the country greens are flourishing in the garden.

As you familiarize yourself with the rhythms of Mother Nature, you will notice that she provides exactly what’s needed each season.

Greens love the cooler weather (not freezing) and are abundant this time of year. Listen to those cravings. They are your bodies way of telling you it’s time to ramp up the greens. Collards, kale, chard, arugula are all examples of nutrient-packed spring vegetables to add to your diet. They all tend to be a bit astringent and therefore drying which is helpful coming out of winter.

Be flexible. If another storm comes through and it seems as if winter is back, make another nice hearty soup to stay warm. Help your body out in this confusing time of year!

Other vegetables to favor this time of year would be asparagus, artichokes, bell peppers, beets, Brussel sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, dandelion greens, lettuce, and spinach.

SPRINGTIME LIFESTYLE We are emerging from a long winter’s nap. This is a great time of year to begin to wake up a little earlier in the morning as the sun is also rising earlier each day. The nervous system will still benefit from some sense of routine throughout the day that we created in the winter (regular times for working, eating, sleeping, and exercise) but spring is also a good time to intentionally escape the status quo.

Try something new, embrace a sense of playfulness and adventure, and give your wild side some outlets

for expression and adventure.

Have some fun with your clothing by dressing in bright, warming colors like reds, yellows, and oranges in the early spring, while the weather remains cool and wet.

As the weather warms up, you can gradually shift toward cooling blues, greens, purples, and whites.

SPRINGTIME YOGA Spring is a nice time to enjoy a creative and stimulating yoga practice that is more active and begins to emphasize internal cleansing. Simple sun salutations, twists and heart openers are all

great this time of year to expand the lungs, open the chest and cleanse the liver.

How you welcome the season of awakening will vary. The above tips are a great way to begin to dry out from winter, get moving and ready to jump into the activities of summer!

If you are ready to dive a little deeper into seasonal self-care and learn from the science of Yoga and Ayurveda, message me at nancyruby@yogamotion.com for some simple handouts to guide you through a healthy Spring season.

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6 / MAY 2022 PRIME

How to involve more seniors in your community T

he negative effects of isolation is something the vast majority of the world can now relate to. The COVID-19 pandemic forced people from all walks of life and from every corner of the globe to spend less time with friends, family members, neighbors, and other acquaintances. As the world cut back on in-person interactions to curb the spread of the virus, billions of people recognized just how difficult feelings of isolation can be.

Feelings of isolation are a problem many seniors know all too well. A report from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine indicates that roughly 25 percent of adults aged 65 and older are considered to be socially isolated. That’s both sad and unhealthy, as the National Institute on Aging notes that research has linked social isolation and loneliness to problems such as high blood pressure, heart disease, anxiety, depression, and Alzheimer’s disease.

Seniors are invaluable resources in their communities.

Community leaders and local residents can make a concerted effort to involve seniors in local events. Such efforts strengthen

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communities and help seniors remain active participants in their towns and cities. · Promote senior-friendly volunteering opportunities.

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Seniors were among the first people eligible to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and receive boosters, and many have been anxious to get back to pitching in. Communities can facilitate those efforts by developing and highlighting senior-friendly volunteering opportunities. For example, libraries can start a program where seniors read to children in person or via Zoom. · Give seniors a chance to teach. Communities have rich histories that younger residents, including middleaged adults, may be unaware of. One great way to shed light on local history is to invite local seniors to speak about how life in their communities has

changed and how it’s stayed the same. Themed speaking series can attract locals with specific interests. For example, local veterans can be asked to share stories of their time in the service, while retired business owners can offer insight and advice on running successful local businesses. · Develop nature-based programs. A 2019 study published in the journal Scientific Reports found that spending just 120 minutes a week in nature is associated with better overall health and improved well-being. Naturebased community programs, such as planting days at local parks, hiking clubs or even beach or lakeside cleanups, is a great way for community

residents, including seniors, to get their weekly dose of nature and spend more time with their neighbors.

Many seniors routinely confront

feelings of isolation. Community leaders can take steps to help aging residents by developing and promoting programs that are inclusive and senior-friendly.

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8 / MAY 2022 PRIME

TREES

By Jan Cashman

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has operated Cashman Nursery in Bozeman with her husband, Jerry, since 1975.

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rees are amazing. Think about all trees do for us,

own Arbor Day. States in

growing, drought tolerant and

green. Besides being beautiful,

the northern part of the

adaptable to most soils. Autumn

evergreens block the wind and

U.S. have officially chosen

Blaze Maples have been planted

unsightly views.

the last Friday of April as

at Morning Star elementary and

their Arbor Day—a good

the new Gallatin High School.

time of the year to plant

Other maples that have been

trees there. Southern states

planted at local schools include

like Mississippi and Georgia have chosen the third Friday in

our community, our country,

February for their Arbor Day and

our world. Trees cool the air,

Florida’s is the third Friday in

block the wind, hold topsoil in

January.

place, clean our water. Trees

For years Cashman Nursery

provide privacy and add value to your property. They produce

along with the Gallatin

edible fruit and provide food

Gardener’s Club members have

and shelter for wildlife.

We get lumber from trees—a renewable resource. Two of trees’ most important properties are their

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sugar, Norway, and Schwedler.

A Hawthorn tree was planted at Hawthorn School. This small tree with an interesting twisted trunk has pretty flowers in the spring and later, fruit for the birds.

Plum and apple trees-Plum trees were planted at Irving School so

“The planting of a tree shows faith in the future.”

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are some of the hardiest shade trees for our area.

To quote Charles Schultz: “The planting of a tree shows faith in

trees were planted at Meadowlark School.

Pie cherries & crab

sometimes-divisive times there

schoolchildren help.

Schools provide the children

TREES, SHRUBS, BEDDING PLANTS, SEEDS & MORE

the chance to watch the fruit

planted on Arbor Day in

form from beautiful flowers with

Bozeman schoolyards over the

bees pollinating them in the

years:

spring, then growing to edible

Maples-Although taller maple

selections such as Prairie Spire

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and Hawthorn Elementary

J. Sterling Morton, once U.S.

mountain ash berries. Green ash

ripe in the fall; apples

one of the local schools. The

in Latin) was established by

Birds love the bright orange

tree this Arbor Day, Friday, April

apples-Fruiting trees at Hyalite

Arbor Day (Arbor means tree

at Chief Joseph Middle School.

the fruit form until it is

course, their beauty. In these

agree on—we all love trees!

despite their names, were planted

the future.” Plant one (or more)

planted a tree on Arbor Day at

Here are some of the trees

These two unrelated trees,

the students could watch

production of oxygen and, of

is one thing that everyone can

Mountain ash and green ash-

fruit for the birds.

Secretary of Agriculture and later

trees are not native to our area,

governor of Nebraska, in 1872

they are beautiful trees with

trees have been planted at

for the purpose of encouraging

stunning fall color and mostly

Sacajawea Middle School,

the planting of trees. He and his

disease resistant. Most maples

Morning Star and Willson

wife had moved to Nebraska and

do prefer more acidic soils than

schools. These two evergreen

could see the need for planting

our soils, which tend to be more

trees are green all winter during

trees in that Plains State. Other

alkaline. The hybrid maple

the time when school is in

states followed suit, naming their

Autumn Blaze is relatively fast

session and not much else is

Ponderosa Pines and spruce

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10 / MAY 2022 PRIME

Old Guy Spring Projects

By Jim Drummond

PRIME MAY 2022 / 11 Jim Drummond is a retired banker and Bozeman native.

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his week, the topic of spring projects came up at the old guy waterhole.

Someone at the end of the table commented, “Every year I have all sorts of projects that need to be done when spring begins, but I can’t ever seem to get started. I even have a list, but I just don’t know where to begin.”

A fellow across the table responded, “The only way that you are going to start on spring projects is to get organized.

Once you are organized, everything on a project list falls into place.”

From an old guy’s perspective, getting organized means organizing the garage. Garages are the place where all the tools necessary to begin a project are stored. The garage is where shovels, lawn rakes, hammers, screw drivers, extension cords, wrenches, and old high school sports trophies are kept. It’s where everything that should have been thrown away long ago also accumulates. That includes broken power tools, random lengths of rope, pieces of wood and tin, bent nails, and bungee cords with one end missing.

Boxes of lawn mower parts, cans of paint, and quarts of motor oil reside on a shelf. The garage manifests a mixed aroma of gasoline, garden dirt, sawdust,

varnish, and mildewed coveralls.

An old guy garage represents a connection to our ancestors who worked at a forge or built their own furniture. A garage is akin to the barn or machine shop of our forefathers.

An old guy garage is also a place of refuge. It’s where most old guys go when kicked out of the kitchen. The other place is the bathroom, but most often old guys seek refuge in the garage. Most old guy garages have a chair for comfort after being thrown out of the kitchen. Sitting in the garage is much more comfortable than standing.

One of the fellows in the group commented, “My grandfather had a barn, but not a garage. He said that when he was booted out of the kitchen he would retreat to the barn, especially in the winter when the outhouse was too cold for quality refuge time.”

A place of refuge has been essential to old guys for generations.

Someone commented, “Last spring I organized my garage. I threw out all of my broken tools, boxes of old parts, and even some bent nails. Damaged weed eaters and rusty rakes went to goodwill. Then I bought a tool organizer with lots of drawers.”

Somebody asked, “Did organizing your garage help with spring projects?”

The fellow responded, “Certainly! Once I was organized, everything flowed from there. I serviced my lawnmower, refinished the deck furniture, and tilled the

garden. I’m positive that being organized helped.”

that could be completed if we all became organized.

Someone else asked, “Weren’t you sad when you parted with all your important garage stuff?”

One fellow commented, “I could build a new deck.”

Our friend answered, “The hardest part was throwing out old rags. I never seem to have enough old rags. I also shed some tears getting rid of a few table saws that didn’t work. They held lots of memories.”

Somebody queried, “What were you keeping them for anyway?”

The first gent responded, “Spare parts,” We went around the table talking about spring projects

Another said, “I would put in an underground sprinkler system.”

A third remarked,” I might construct a pickle ball court.”

Finally, the old guy who was already organized said, “My next project will be building a backyard greenhouse, or possibly replacing some burned out light bulbs. I’ll probably tackle the light bulbs first. I’m pretty worn out now from all the effort of getting organized.”

12 / MAY 2022 PRIME

Don’t Be Surprised By

Social Security Taxes W

hen you reach the appropriate age, it’s easy to apply for Social Security retirement benefits – just go to Social Security’s website and fill out the online form. But there’s another part of the application process that a surprising number of people ignore – the part that asks how much money, if any, you want withheld for federal taxes.

And if you skip this section, you

could face an unpleasant surprise when it’s tax-filing time.

Here are the details: • If you’re a single filer … If your combined annual income is between $25,000 and $34,000, you may have to pay income tax on up to 50% of your Social Security benefits. (“Combined” income includes your adjusted gross income, non-taxable

interest and one-half of your annual Social Security benefits.)

If your combined income is more than $34,000, up to 85% of your benefits may be taxable.

• If you’re married and file jointly … If you and your spouse have a combined annual income between $32,000 and $44,000, you may be taxed on up to 50% of your benefits. If your

combined income is more than $44,000, up to 85% of your benefits may be taxable.

These numbers might seem high, but they don’t mean you’ll lose 50%, or 85%, of your benefits – they are just the percentages of benefits you may be taxed on at your personal income tax rate.

To help avoid a big tax bill or an

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underpayment penalty, you can file Form W-4V with the Social Security Administration and request to have 7%, 10%, 12% or 22% of your monthly benefit withheld. Your tax advisor can help you choose the withholding percentage that’s appropriate for your situation.

The amount of tax you may need to pay will also depend on when you start taking Social Security.

The earlier you take benefits, the smaller your monthly checks, and the smaller the taxes. But taxes may not be a key issue for you in deciding when you need to begin collecting your payments. You may place more weight on other factors, such as your anticipated life expectancy, your employment situation, your spending needs and your spouse’s income and Social Security situation.

Here’s something else to keep in mind: Because Social Security taxes are based on your overall income, the amount of money you withdraw during retirement,

and where that money comes from, can also affect your tax situation. For example, withdrawals from a traditional IRA are taxable and will increase your adjusted gross income, but withdrawals from a Roth IRA will be tax-free, provided you’ve had your account at least five years and you’re older than 59½, so this money won’t enter into your taxable income calculations and it won’t increase the tax you owe on your Social Security benefits.

And withdrawals from health savings accounts (HSAs) used for qualified health expenses also won’t count toward your taxable income.

By knowing exactly what to expect from Social Security, including the tax effects, you can more effectively incorporate your benefits into your overall retirement income planning – and the better your plans, the more you’ll be able to enjoy your life as a retiree.

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Meal Service in Senior Centers: Belgrade MENU Belgrade Senior Center will be opening soon. Please go to our website at belgradeseniorcenter.com for updates as they become available.

92 E Cameron Ave, Belgrade, MT • (406) 388-4711 • Call in to order to go meals by 10:00 the day before! . Menu subject to change without notice!

MAY 1 Salad/Fruit, Chicken & Dumplings, Vegetables, Dessert MAY 2 Salad, Egg & Sausage Breakfast Sandwich, Hash Browns, Vegetables, Dessert MAY 3 Irish Day - Salad/Fruit, Herbed Scones, Dublin Coddle, Dessert MAY 4 Salad/Fruit, Chicken Sandwich, Vegetables, Dessert MAY 7 Salad/Fruit, Goulash, Vegetables, Dessert MAY 8 Salad/Fruit, Chicken Enchiladas, Spanish Rice, Vegetables, Dessert MAY 9 Salad/Fruit, Pizza, Dessert MAY 10 - Irish Day - Salad/Fruit, Bangers & Mash, Vegetables, Dessert MAY 11 - Salad/Fruit, Zucchini Burger Casserole, Garlic Bread, Dessert MAY 14 - Salad/Fruit, BBQ Ribs, Potatoes, Vegetables, Dessert MAY 15 - Salad/Fruit, Clam Chowder, Grilled Cheese, Vegetables, Dessert MAY 16 - Birthday Lunch - Salad/Fruit, Hot Turkey Sandwich, Mashed Potatoes, Vegetables, Birthday Cake & Ice Cream MAY 17 - Irish Day - Soda Bread, Shamrock Salad, Corn Beef & Cabbage, Potatoes & Carrots, Irish Dessert MAY 18 - Salad/Fruit, White Chicken Chili, Biscuits, Dessert MAY 21 - Salad/Fruit, Meat Loaf, Potatoes, Vegetables, Dessert MAY 22 - Salad/Fruit, Chicken Pesto Pasta, Vegetables, Dessert MAY 23 - Salad/Fruit, Chicken Fried Steak, Mashed Potatoes, Vegetables, Dessert MAY 24 - Irish Day - Salad/Fruit, Irish Pork Roast, Colcannon, Vegetables, Dessert MAY 25 - Salad/Fruit, Gyros, Vegetables, Dessert or Fruit MAY 28 - Salad/Fruit, Baked Ham, Sweet Potatoes, Vegetables, Dessert MAY 29 - Salad/Fruit, Fish & Chips, Vegetables, Dessert MAY 30 - Salad/Fruit, Tator Tot Casserole, Vegetables, Dessert MAY 31 - Irish Day - Salad/Fruit, Rueben Sandwich, Vegetables, Dessert Meals on Wheels Delivery: Monday – Friday. Call to find out how to qualify for this program.

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Green Salad, Sloppy Joe, Fruit, Vegetables, Dessert Cottage Cheese, Yogurt, Tomato/Cheese, Tortellini Soup, Texas Toast MAY 5 – Mother’s Day Lunch, Orange Fluff, Roast Turkey, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Vegetables, Pie MAY 10 – Green Salad, Rice, Broccoli Bake, Vegetables, Dinner Roll, Dessert MAY 11 – Fruit, Scrambled Eggs, Pancakes, Sausage Patties

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Jell-O, Chicken Parmesan, Vegetables, Garlic Bread, Dessert Green Salad, Pizza Casserole, Garlic Toast, Vegetables, Dessert Apple, Cottage Cheese, Chicken Noodle Soup, Biscuit Green Salad, Cabbage Roll, Vegetables, Dinner Roll, Dessert Potato Salad, Pork Rib Hoagie, Vegetables, Chips, Dessert Green Salad, Fruit, Ham/Cheese Quiche, Vegetables, Dessert Green Salad, Pork Chop, Rice, Vegetables, Dessert Green Salad, Meatball Bake, Vegetables, Dinner Roll, Dessert

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Bozeman MENU

807 North Tracy • (406) 586-2421 • www.bozemanseniorcenter.org Shannon Bondy, shannon@bozemanseniorcenter.org (Executive Director) Kristi Wetsch, krisi@bozemanseniorcenter.org (Director Program & Marketing)

• The Board meeting is held on the third Friday of each month at 10:00 a.m.

• The Bozeman Senior Center will be closed May 30th in recognition of Memorial Day • Bozeman Senior Center’s Second Hand Rose is open on Monday - Friday 9:00a.m.-3:00p.m.

The Book Store is open Monday – Friday 9:00a.m.– 3:00p.m. These dates and times are subject to change dependent upon volunteer and staff availability.

Please call 586-2421 to be sure before you come to the center to shop!

This menu is subject to change due to the availability of food.

Call us at 586-2421 by 3:00p.m. the day before you want your meal.

The cost of the meal is a suggested donation of $5.00 for people 60 and overand $7.00 for people under 60 (this is not a suggestion donation).

MAY 2 – Green Salad, Cabbage Roll, Rice and Beans, Roll, Dessert MAY 3 – Fruit Cup, Breaded Chicken Tenders, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Dessert MAY 4 – Green Salad, Lamb Meatballs, Roasted Cauliflower, pasta Marinara MAY 5 – Mother’s Day Lunch Green Salad, Baked Ham, Peas/Pearl Onions, Scalloped Potatoes, Dessert MAY 6 – Chilled Pears, Low Country BBQ Pork, Baked Beans, Corn and Tomatoes, Cornbread MAY 9 – Three Bean Salad, Shrimp Étouffée, Brussel Sprouts, Garlic Bread, Dessert MAY 10 – South West Cabbage Slaw, Fritto Casserole, Yellow Rice, Zucchini and Yellow Squash, Dessert MAY 11 – Caesar Salad, Chicken, Pasta, Garlic Bread MAY 12 – Green Salad, Salmon, Roasted Potatoes, Green Beans, Dessert MAY 13 – Fruit Cocktail, Sesame Chicken, Veggies and Rice, Fortune Cookie MAY 16 – Potato Salad, Country Fried Steak, Mixed Vegetables, Corn Bread, Dessert MAY 17 – Apple Sauce, Baked Chicken, Pasta, Herbs and Garlic, Mixed Vegetables, Dessert MAY 18 – Spinach Strawberry Salad, Seafood Cakes, Green Beans, Roll MAY 19 – Pasta Salad, Baked Chicken, Yams, Peas and Carrots, Dessert MAY 20 – Fruit Salad, Shepherd’s Pie, Glazed Carrots, Roll MAY 23 – Yogurt Pineapple and Grape Salad, Chicken and Broccoli Casserole, Steamed Vegetables, Dessert MAY 24 – Three Bean Salad, Meatball Marinara Pasta, Mixed Vegetables, Garlic Bread, Dessert MAY 25 – Green Salad, Enchilada Casserole, Refried Beans, Rice, Enchilada Sauce, Tortillas MAY 26 – Coleslaw, Hamburger Steak, Potato Tots, Dessert MAY 27 – Green Salad, Creole, Jambalaya Chicken and Sausage, Rice, Roll MAY 30 – Closed Memorial Day MAY 31 – Apple Sauce, Tuna Casserole, Glazed Carrots, Dessert

Allergy statement for all Meals-On-Wheels foods: Menu items may contain or come into contact with

Travel with the Bozeman Senior Center

BOZEMAN SENIOR CENTER TRAVEL DEPARTMENT

Judy Morrill, Travel Coordinator • 14judymorrill@gmail.com • 1 406 586 2421 Office Hours: Mondays and Wednesdays, 10:00 to 12:00 noon.

Our travel program is doing well. We look forward to traveling with you, too. Please stop by the Bozeman Senior Center Travel counter and pick up a brochure for any trip you would like to do. The registration forms are there as well so just fill out the registration form and leave it at the Senior Center front desk. Judy will process your registration and get you on the trips.

Travel is open to current Bozeman Senior Center members.

THE FOLLOWING FUN TRIPS HAVE OPENINGS: YOU SPECTACULAR SCANDINAVIA: JULY 14 - 27, 2022 Fly to Copenhagen, Denmark to begin a trip of a lifetime. Motorcoach through Denmark, Sweden and Norway, with an extension to Iceland also available. So much to see and enjoy. Pick up a brochure and read all about this wonderful trip.

Final payments are due by May 1st, 2022.

ALBUQUERQUE BALLOON FIESTA: SEPT. 30 - OCT. 5, 2022 You will fly from Bozeman to Albuquerque to begin this fun trip. The highlight will be viewing hundreds of hot air balloons in the air creating an evening spectacular event. Also travel to Santa Fe for more sightseeing. Get your registrations in by March 20th to hold your space on this great trip.

COMING IN 2023: *Japan in the Springtime: March, 2023 *Explore Ireland, a new exploratory trip with only 24 passengers: Sept. 2023 Travel with the Bozeman Senior Center is open to Bozeman Senior Center members. Membership dues are $20.00 per person, per calendar year.

Come travel with us.

WHEAT, EGGS, PEANUTS, TREE NUTS, FISH, SHELLFISH, SOYBEANS, and MILK. Meals are now being served at the Bozeman Senior Center.

West Yellowstone Senior Center MENU MAY 4 – Green Salad, Meatloaf Mashed Potatoes, Mixed Vegetables, Cake MAY 6 – Green Salad, Chicken Fajitas, Rice, Refined Beans, Brownie MAY 11 – Green Salad, Rueben Sandwich, Macaroni and Cheese, Baked Beans, Cake MAY 13 – Green Salad, chili, Macaroni and Cheese, Corn, Brownie MAY 18 – Green Salad, Pot Roast, Pot Roast Vegetables, Biscuit, Cake MAY 20 – Green Salad, Enchilada, Rice, Refried Beans, Brownie MAY 25 – Green Salad, Pulled Pork, Tater Tots, Baked Beans, Cake MAY 27 – Green Salad, Fried Cod, Tater Tots, Coleslaw, Brownie

Three Forks Senior Center MENU 19 East Cedar St., Three Forks, MT • 285-3235 • Director: Jean Farnam • 570-0800 MAY 3 – Green Salad, Goulash, Corn, Bread MAY 4 – Green Salad, Shrimp Stir Fry, Rice MAY 5 – Mother’s Day Lunch, Coleslaw, Fried Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, Mixed Vegetables MAY 10 – Green Salad, Ribs and Sauerkraut, Baked Potato, Green Beans MAY 11 – Green Salad, John Wayne Casserole, Creamed Peas MAY 12 – Green Salad, Stuffed Peppers, Twice Baked Potato, Mixed Vegetables

MAY 17 – Green Salad,. Casserole, Cauliflower MAY 18 – Italian Salad, Meatballs, Green Beans MAY 19 – Green Beans, Hot Pork Sandwich, Hash Brown, Glazed Carrots MAY 24 – Coleslaw, Cod, Baked Potato, Corn MAY 25 – Green Salad, French Dip, Chips, Cucumber Salad MAY 26 – Green Salad, Meatloaf, Macaroni Salad, Fruit, Pickles MAY 31 – Green Salad, Spaghetti, Peas, Garlic Bread

MENUS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DUE TO AVAILABILITY OF FOOD

16 / MAY 2022 PRIME

BOZEMAN SENIOR CENTER FITNESS CLASSES ALL EXERCISE CLASSES ARE HELD IN THE FITNESS ROOM WITH THE EXCEPTION OF LINE DANCING (Dining Room) STRONG PEOPLE WITH CATHY (Tue, Thur @ 1pm) 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 WITH VICKI (Mon, Wed @ 8:30 am) 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 RINA DONALDSON (Mon, Wed @ 9:30 a.m.)

This is a full hour’s workout. We do 35 minutes of cardio (which can vary in intensity depending on your own

ability). After that we do 10 minutes of targeted weight lifting and 15 minutes of stretching. Come join this dynamic workout!

CORE ON THE FLOOR WITH RINA (Mon, Wed @ 10:35 a.m.)

Pilates inspired. Gentle mat work and stretching.

YOGA AND BALANCE WITH MELANIE SIMMERMAN (Mon., Wed @1:00 p.m.)

Yoga is based on classic Hatha Yoga poses and appropriate for all levels. Focus is on physical, mental and spiritual balance as we practice poses that challenge and enhance posture and balance, strength and flexibility. Balance focuses on strength and flexibility to gain and improve good posture and balance.

CARDIO AND WEIGHTS WITH PRISCILLA: (Fri @ 9:00a.m.)

Rapid-fire exercise using upper and lower body plus core for strength, balance and flexibility. For cardiorespiratory strength and endurance.

BEGINNING LINE DANCING (Tues, Thurs @ 10:00a.m. to 10:45a.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 (Tues, Thurs @ 10:45a.m. to 11:30a.m.)

More complex and challenging dances will be taught and danced. Experienced dancers are invited to participate in this class.

INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED LINE DANCING (Friday @ 10:00a.m. to 11:30a.m.)

More complex and challenging dances will be taught and danced. Experienced dancers are invited to participate in this class.

ENLIGHTENMENT TAI CHI FORM WITH VALERIE WATSON (Thurs, 11:00a.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

FEELING BRAIN FOG, TOO MUCH FORGETFULNESS? GET OFF THE COUCH AND START MOVING!! *Be sure to look for our hiking program starting June 14th (WEATHER PERMITTING) Working crossword puzzles, sudoku and leaning a new language are things many of us seniors do to try to keep our minds sharp. These brain activities aren’t bad but maybe the best thing you can do to prevent memory loss and improve cognitive function is to simply start moving!

According to Jonathan Graff-Radford, M.D. (Mayo Clinic) has this to say…

Exercise has many known benefits for both physical and mental health, including reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease and diabetes, strengthening the bones and muscles, and reducing stress.

It also appears that regular physical activity benefits the brain. Studies show that people who are physically active are less likely to experience a decline in their mental function and have a lowered risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. Physical activity is one of the known modifiable risk factors for dementia.

Plus, regular exercise helps combat other Alzheimer’s disease risk factors, such as depression and obesity.

Exercising several times a week for 30 to 60 minutes may:

• Keep thinking, reasoning and learning skills sharp for healthy individuals • Improve memory, reasoning, judgment and thinking skills (cognitive function) for people with mild Alzheimer’s disease or mild cognitive impairment • Delay the start of Alzheimer’s for people at risk of developing the disease or slow the progress of the disease • Increase the size of the part of the brain that’s associated with memory formation (hippocampus) Physical activity seems to help your brain not only by keeping the blood flowing but also by increasing chemicals that protect the brain. Physical activity also tends to counter some of the natural reduction in brain connections that occurs with aging.

More research is needed to know how – and how much – adding physical activity may improve memory or slow the progression of cognitive decline. Nonetheless, regular exercise is important to stay physically and mentally fit. And for older adults, even leisurely physical activity offers health benefits.

Be sure to check out the list of activities offered at the Senior Center in Bozeman. Get fit, make new social connections and keep your mind sharp! The Senior Center makes it easy to achieve your goals!!