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MEMBERS
Sending warm wishes to Members this May, Jackie Ward, Assistant Recreation Coordinator
Happy May Members,
April was a time to celebrate arts of all varieties- music, crafts, guided painting, or even learning about new egg dyeing techniques. Members mastered percussion instruments with energetic leaders Nick and Wade for another spectacular return of the Drumming Circle. A huge thank you to El Camino Health for sponsoring this event! Hands on Art participants unleashed their creativity every Friday with Stephanie. Paint Party attendees painted cherry blossom branches with Brooke. Jackie’s Boost Your Mood group covered habits of happier people, with member-led segments by Kiersten and Alva. Members put their heads together to answer questions at Team Trivia with Brooke. Please note- teams are generated by splitting up people at random as they arrive, making it a great way to make new friends while you learn something new. At Food for Thought, members learned new egg-based recipes and dined on spinach frittata and chocolate eggs. Thrifted Treasures kicked off its second season, and the hall was transformed into a shopping oasis for pre-loved merchandise and handmade items. Watch for this fun event again next spring to participate as a vendor or a shopper.
May is the month in which we honor our mothers, and it doubles as Mental Health Awareness Month. Our Mother's Day High Tea will celebrate nearly 100 moms, with the help of Kiwanis Club volunteers. Michelle, from Rotary, is providing fresh flower arrangements that will be raffled off at the closure of the event. Once again, Sue will work her melodious magic on the piano as the ladies enjoy their well-deserved tea sandwiches and macaroons.
We can’t thank these community partners and generous individuals enough! The event is full, but please add yourself to the waitlist because there are often last-minute cancellations. Boost Your Mood will feature guest speaker, Kelly Weisburg, covering the topic of “Mindfulness and Aging”. Enroll in our free Mental Health First Aiders course to learn to identify, understand, and respond to mental health or substance use challenges in adults. Add some exercise and music to your routine with Kiana, who returns to lead Zumba classes. Register for summer sessions of Balance Awareness, Advanced Balance, and Stay Fit with West Valley College’s Melissa and Mary Anne. It is also time to sign up for Vasona Boats and BBQ and the summer picnic. There is still room on our free charter bus that will shuttle members to the picnic, but seats are filling fast. We lastly are excited to share that Lisanne’s little one has arrived: Baby Jasper, born on April 24th!
Drumming Circle: Group 1
Lisa ART guest Speaker
Hands on Art: Suncatchers
Hands on Art: Wildflower Frames
Drumming Circle: Group 2
Paint Party: Cherry Blossoms
Hands on Art: Wood Wall Hangings
Hands on Art: Air Plant Holders
St. Mary’s Bridge (Rm 5) *NO DROP INS
10:00AM-1:30PM
Wood Carving Group (Rm 206)
10:00AM-2:00PM
Hand & Foot Canasta (Rm 3)
12:30PM-4:00PM
Stay Fit (Hall) *RSVP
1:00PM-2:00PM
Balance Awareness (Hall) *RSVP
2:00PM-3:00PM Badminton (Hall)
3:15PM-4:15PM
St. Mary’s Bridge (Rm 5) *NO DROP INS
10:00AM-1:30PM Wood Carving Group (Rm 206)
10:00AM-2:00PM Hand & Foot Canasta (Rm 3)
12:30PM-4:00PM Stay Fit (Hall) *RSVP
1:00PM-2:00PM Balance Awareness (Hall) *RSVP
2:00PM-3:00PM Badminton (Hall)
3:15PM-4:15PM
CALENDAR LEGEND:
Community Event
Guest Speaker
Great Getaway
Low-Cost Fitness
$5 Drop-in for Yoga
$10 Drop-in for ZUMBA
Monthly Event
No Class
Service Group
Special Event
Tuesday Town Walk (Lounge)
9:15AM-11:00AM Mah Jongg (Hall)
10:00AM-12:30PM
ZUMBA Gold Toning (YRC Rm B) *REGISTER $5
11:30AM-12:20PM Pinochle (Rm 3)
12:30PM-4:15PM
Yoga - Chair or Mat (YRC Rm B) *REGISTER $5
1:00PM-2:00PM Ping Pong 2 Tables (Hall)
1:00PM-3:00PM
MAY 4TH-15TH
Bridge (Hall) $5 *RSVP
9:30AM-12:30PM Canasta (Rm 3)
9:30AM-12:30PM
Ping Pong (Rm 5)
10:00AM-12:00PM
Art & Music Appreciation (Lounge) *RSVP
12:40PM-1:55PM
Advanced Balance (Hall) *FULL
1:15PM-2:15PM
Yoga - Chair or Mat (YRC Rm B) *REGISTER $5
3:00PM-4:00PM
FREE Mental Health First Aid
Training Course Day 1 of 2 (Hall) *RSVP SPACE LIMITED
9:00AM-1:00PM Mexican Train (Rm 2)
10:00AM-12:30PM ZUMBA Gold (YRC Rm B) *REGISTER $5
11:30AM-12:20PM Pinochle (Rm 3)
12:30PM-4:15PM Chair ZUMBA (YRC Rm B) *REGISTER $5
12:45PM-1:35PM Ping Pong 2 Tables (Hall) 1:00PM-3:00PM
Ping Pong (Rm 5)
10:00AM-12:00PM Mother's Day High Tea (Hall) *SOLD OUT 12:00PM-2:00PM NO ARTIST WORKSHOP, STAY FIT OR BALANCE AWARENESS
HICAP by Appt (Rm 2)
9:00AM-12:30PM Tuesday Town Walk (Lounge)
9:15AM-11:00AM Mah Jongg (Hall)
10:00AM-12:30PM
ZUMBA Gold Toning (YRC Rm B) *REGISTER $5
11:30AM-12:20PM Pinochle (Rm 3)
12:30PM-4:15PM
Yoga - Chair or Mat (YRC Rm B) *REGISTER $5
1:00PM-2:00PM Ping Pong 1 Table (Rm 5)
1:00PM-3:00PM *NOTE CHANGE DUE TO EVENT Boost Your Mood: Special Guest on Neuroscience of Mindfulness (Hall)
1:30PM-2:30PM
Bridge (Hall) $5 *RSVP
9:30AM-12:30PM Canasta (Rm 3)
9:30AM-12:30PM Ping Pong (Rm 5)
10:00AM-12:00PM
Art & Music Appreciation (Lounge) *RSVP
12:40PM-1:55PM
Advanced Balance (Hall) *FULL
1:15PM-2:15PM
Yoga - Chair or Mat (YRC Rm B) *REGISTER $5
3:00PM-4:00PM
Jackie's Jewels: Mother of Pearl Bracelets (Rm 214) *RSVP 2:00PM-3:00PM
FREE Mental Health First Aid Training Course Day 2 of 2 (Hall) *RSVP SPACE LIMITED
9:00AM-1:00PM Mexican Train (Rm 2)
10:00AM-12:30PM ZUMBA Gold (YRC Rm B) *REGISTER $5
11:30AM-12:20PM Pinochle (Rm 3)
12:30PM-4:15PM Chair ZUMBA (YRC Rm B) *REGISTER $5
12:45PM-1:35PM Ping Pong 2 Tables (Hall) 1:00PM-3:00PM Prize BINGO (Hall) 3:00PM-4:00PM
Oakland Zoo (Bus Trip) *SOLD OUT
8:00AM-5:00PM Artist Workshop (Hall) 9:00AM-12:00PM Ping Pong (Rm 5) 10:00AM-12:00PM Stay Fit (Hall) *RSVP 1:00PM-2:00PM Balance Awareness (Hall) *RSVP 2:00PM-3:00PM
JUNE SAVE THE DATES:
Friday 6/5 - Hands on Art: Citrus Tea Towels *SOLD OUT
Wednesday 6/10 - Great Getaway: Phantom of the Opera *SOLD OUT
Friday 6/12 - Paint Party - Beach Scene *RSVP
Tuesday 6/16 - Vasona Boats and BBQ *Register $5
Thursday 6/18 - Food For Thought: Hole-y Foods *RSVP
Thursday 6/18 - Team Trivia *RSVP
Friday 6/19 - Closed for Juneteenth
Thursday 6/25 - Guest Speaker: Redifining Longevity *RSVP
Thursday 6/25 - Member Book Club - Paths of Glory
Friday 6/26 - Great Getaway: Blackhawk Museum *Register $120
MAY 18TH-29TH
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St. Mary’s Bridge (Rm 5) *NO DROP INS
10:00AM-1:30PM
Wood Carving Group (Rm 206)
10:00AM-2:00PM
Hand & Foot Canasta (Rm 3)
12:30PM-4:00PM
Stay Fit (Hall) *RSVP
1:00PM-2:00PM Balance Awareness (Hall) *RSVP
2:00PM-3:00PM Badminton (Hall)
3:15PM-4:15PM
SALA by Appt (Rm 2)
9:00AM-12:30PM
Tuesday Town Walk (Lounge)
9:15AM-11:00AM Mah Jongg (Hall)
10:00AM-12:30PM
ZUMBA Gold Toning (YRC Rm B) *REGISTER $5
11:30AM-12:20PM Pinochle (Rm 3)
12:30PM-4:15PM
Yoga - Chair or Mat (YRC Rm B) *REGISTER $5
1:00PM-2:00PM
Ping Pong 2 Tables (Hall)
1:00PM-3:00PM
OFFICE CLOSED
Tuesday Town Walk (Lounge)
9:15AM-11:00AM
Mah Jongg (Hall)
10:00AM-12:30PM
Wood Carving Group (Rm 206)
10:00AM-2:00PM
ZUMBA Gold Toning (YRC Rm B) *REGISTER $5
11:30AM-12:20PM Pinochle (Rm 3)
12:30PM-4:15PM
Yoga - Chair or Mat (YRC Rm B) *REGISTER $5
1:00PM-2:00PM
Ping Pong 2 Tables (Hall)
1:00PM-3:00PM
Healing Hearts: Grief Support (Lounge)
1:30PM-3:00PM
Bridge (Hall) $5 *RSVP
9:30AM-12:30PM Canasta (Rm 3)
9:30AM-12:30PM Ping Pong (Rm 5)
10:00AM-12:00PM
Art & Music Appreciation (Lounge) *RSVP
12:40PM-1:55PM
Advanced Balance (Hall) *FULL
1:15PM-2:15PM
Yoga - Chair or Mat (YRC Rm B) *REGISTER $5
3:00PM-4:00PM
Guest Speaker: Hearing Life (Hall) *RSVP
10:00AM-11:00AM Mexican Train (Rm 2)
10:00AM-12:30PM ZUMBA Gold (YRC Rm B) *REGISTER $5
11:30AM-12:20PM Pinochle (Rm 3)
12:30PM-4:15PM Chair ZUMBA (YRC Rm B) *REGISTER $5
12:45PM-1:35PM
Ping Pong 2 Tables (Hall)
1:00PM-3:00PM
Artist Workshop (Hall)
9:00AM-12:00PM
Hands on Art - Pressed Flower Wood Round Wreaths (Hall) *FULL
10:00AM-12:00PM
Ping Pong (Rm 5)
10:00AM-12:00PM Stay Fit (Hall) *RSVP
1:00PM-2:00PM Balance Awareness (Hall) *RSVP
2:00PM-3:00PM
Food For Thought: Make it Like Mom (Hall) *RSVP
3:30PM-4:30PM
Bridge (Hall) $5 *RSVP
9:30AM-12:30PM Canasta (Rm 3)
9:30AM-12:30PM
Ping Pong (Rm 5)
10:00AM-12:00PM
Yoga - Chair or Mat (YRC Rm B) *REGISTER $5
3:00PM-4:00PM
NO ART & MUSIC APPRECIATION OR ADVANCED BALANCE - WVC SPRING BREAK
Mexican Train (Rm 2)
10:00AM-12:30PM Team Trivia (Hall)
10:00AM-12:00PM ZUMBA Gold (YRC Rm B) *REGISTER $5
11:30AM-12:20PM
Member Book Club: The German Wife by Kate Atkinson (Lounge) 12:00PM-1:15PM Pinochle (Rm 3)
12:30PM-4:15PM Chair ZUMBA (YRC Rm B) *REGISTER $5
12:45PM-1:35PM Ping Pong 2 Tables (Hall)
1:00PM-3:00PM
Forestiere Underground Garden (Bus Trip) *FULL
8:00AM-7:45PM Artist Workshop (Hall)
9:00AM-12:00PM Ping Pong (Rm 5)
10:00AM-12:00PM NO STAY FIT OR BALANCE AWARENESS
SUMMER 55 PLUS WATER WORKOUT CLASSES START AT LGHS POOL!
Tuesdays 6/16 to 8/4 - $80/8 Classes OR Thursdays 6/18 to 8/6 - $80/8 Classes
Space is limited. Please only register for one of the days to give more members a chance to participate.
FITNESS CHANGES
Balance Awareness will move to Monday & Friday @ 11:45AM-12:45PM w/ Melissa for the summer
NEW ADDITION - Advanced Balance Friday @ 10:30AM w/ Melissa
Zumba Chair will move to Wednesdays @ 1:30PM for summer
• AARP DRIVER SAFETY - 2 Day Course and 1 Day Refresher offered in person bi-monthly. Contact the 55 Plus Office to schedule.
• ADVANCED BALANCE - Standing class focused on enhancing range of motion and strength using resistance bands. West Valley College Instructor: Melissa Wheeler.
• ART AND MUSIC APPRECIATION – Interactive class exploring and discussing influential artists and musicians. Partnership with West Valley College. Sign up with the 55 Plus office required.
• ARTIST WORKSHOP - Open workspace. Bring in your materials and work on your individual projects with our welcoming community of artists. No formal instruction.
• BADMINTON - Drop-in play. All levels welcome. Equipment provided.
• BALANCE AWARENESS - Develop a foundation of balance for functional fitness and fall prevention. Partnership with West Valley College. Sign up with the 55 Plus office required.
• BEADING WORKSHOP - Piece together your own jewelry with Jackie. All levels welcome. Materials and projects provided.
• BINGO - Get out your dauber and get ready to have some fun! Join us monthly for prize BINGO.
• BOOK CLUB - Meets on the 4th Thursday of each month. Pick up the booklist from the 55 Plus Office.
• NEW BOOST YOUR MOOD - Everyone can benefit from more happiness. Interactive program to discuss topics and tools centered on increasing well-being as you meet new friends.
• FOOD FOR THOUGHT – Bring your appetite for learning something new about food and sample the subject matter.
• GREAT GETAWAY – Local bus trips arranged monthly. Additional fees and registration required. $10 discount for members.
• GUEST SPEAKER – Bringing a variety of local experts to share their knowledge with us. Suggestions welcome!
• HAND & FOOT CANASTA – Calling all Canasta players! See the 55 Plus office for a list of rules and a description of play.
• HANDS ON ART – Tap into your creative side with a new project each month exploring different mediums. All levels welcome. Materials provided.
• HEALING HEARTS – Grief support group open to both women and men. Find solace in the company of other singles as we process our grief together and make new friends. Leave with some journaling prompts to work through until our next meeting.
• HICAP – In-person appointments with a trained volunteer for free and objective information and counseling about Medicare. Call 408-350-3288. Funded by the California Department of Aging and Sourcewise.
• MAH JONGG – American Mah Jongg players group, some knowledge of game play required. Interested in learning to play? Inquire with the 55 Plus office.
• MEXICAN TRAIN DOMINOES - Be the first player to lay down your dominoes. It's a lots of fun and just a few key rules. All levels.
• PAINT PARTY - Sip, paint and socialize with us. Follow a video tutorial creating a fun seasonal painting. All materials provided. All levels.
• PING PONG – Drop in to socialize and play. Equipment provided.
• PINOCHLE - Double Deck Pinochle. Experienced players only, no instruction.
• SALA - Senior Legal Aid – On site appointments for free legal services. Contact the 55 Plus Office to schedule.
• S.E.A.T. - SUPPORTED EXERCISE FOR AGELESS TRAINING – Chair-assisted low impact aerobics class designed to boost strength, balance, and flexibility using resistance bands. Instructor: Angela Liu. Pre-registration required $5/class.
• SIT AND BE FIT – Chair exercise class aiming to improve balance, strength, coordination, and flexibility. Low to moderate intensity and use of resistance bands. Sign up with the 55 Plus office required.
• SPECIAL EVENTS (MONTHLY) – Dances, High Tea, Boats & BBQs, July Picnic, Thanksgiving Lunch, Holiday Social, Bocce, and more!
• STAY FIT – Seated exercise class focusing on range of motion and building strength with resistance bands. Partnership with West Valley College. Sign up with the 55 Plus office required.
• ST. MARY’S BRIDGE – Looking for intermediate level bridge players interested in subbing. Inquire with 55 plus office. No Drop Ins
• TEAM TRIVIA – Teams of three or four put their knowledge to the test with a variety of topics.
• TUESDAY TOWN WALKERS - Get Moving! Walk to local areas at your own pace, socialize and explore Los Gatos.
• WEDNESDAY GAME DAY/BRIDGE - Staff coordinate tables of over 40 Bridge players each week! Sign up with the 55 Plus office required.
• WOOD CARVING – Turn pieces of wood into objects of art. Group helps mentor all levels of carvers to improve your skills.
• YOGA – Practice from a chair or mat or both. Boost energy, reduce stress, improve flexibility and balance. Preregistration required $5/class.
• ZUMBA GOLD - Join this easy-to- follow dance workout that focuses on balance, range of motion, coordination and fun! Perfect for an active older adult. Pre-registration required $5/class.
Los Gatos Circa 1960
Friday, May 22, 11 AM @ New Museum Los Gatos (NUMU)
Learn about a time of cultural and creative change with curator Amy Long.
COMMUNITY EVENTS
LG THRIVES FOUNDATION MONDAY MORNING MOVIES
INFO - Tickets are $10 for movie, coffee, and pastry. Purchase online at losgatosthrives.org/monday-movie
WHERE - CineLux Los Gatos Theatre, 43 N Santa Cruz Ave, Los Gatos, CA 95
WHEN - First Mon. of the Month @ 9:45AM-12:45PM
LIVE OAK PROGRAMS
INFO - Weekday meal program for older adults call 408.354.0707. Day program for seniors with mild to moderate dementia & respite for caregivers call 408.354.4782.
WHERE - Los Gatos Methodist Church, 111 Church St.
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH NAVIGATOR PROGRAM
INFO - Peer support and referrals.
WHERE - Los Gatos Library, 100 Villa Ave, Los Gatos
WHEN - Tuesdays @ 10:00AM-3:00PM
DROP IN TECH HELP @ LOS GATOS
LIBRARY
WHERE - 100 Villa Ave, Los Gatos, CA 95030
WHEN - Tuesdays 3:00PM-4:30PM
WVCS MOBILE FOOD PROGRAM
INFO - FREE access to food including fresh produce, meat, dairy, dry goods, and canned food. Call for more info 408.471.6123
WHERE - Next to Los Gatos Library, 100 Villa Ave
WHEN - 2nd and 4th Thursdays from 10:00AM- 11:15AM
GOLD THURSDAYS
INFO - Live Music, Special Food and Drink Promotions, and local shopping.
WHERE - Downtown Los Gatos
WHEN - First Thursday of the Month from May through October
WILDFIRE PREPAREDNESS WORKSHOP
Gain valuable knowledge to be best prepared for a wildfire emergency. Presentation and community resource tables to be provided.
WHERE: Joan Pisani Community Center, Saratoga, CA
WHEN: Tuesday, June 2ND REGISTER: Call (408) 378-4010
Crossword #53
Use the clues to fill in the crossword.
Across 1.Melted 4.Fancy tie
7.Traders or dealers
11.Hog haven
12.Transmit information
15.Frigid
17.Either __
18.Long ___ and far away
19.Fishing aid
20.Building or creating
24.Finale
26.Prefix meaning “three”
27.Dog doc
28.It’s hailed by city dwellers
29.Proposal
30.Freshly painted
31.Maize
32.English major’s subject
Crossword #53
33.Film follow-up
(clues)
Across 1.Melted 4.Fancy tie
7.Traders or dealers 11.Hog haven
12.Transmit information 15.Frigid 17.Either __
18.Long ___ and far away 19.Fishing aid
20.Building or creating 24.Finale
26.Prefix meaning “three” 27.Dog doc
28.It’s hailed by city dwellers
29.Proposal
30.Freshly painted 31.Maize
32.English major’s subject
33.Film follow-up
Down
©ActivityConnection.com
1.Government by the people 2.Used before name and charge
3.Vehicle with sliding doors
4.Stomach muscles, for short
5.Shock absorber?
6.Attempt
8.Musical arrangement
9.Teen affliction
10.Brand, in a way
13.Focus intently
14.Work for pay
16.Abominable Snowman
21.Wet-weather indicator
22.H. G. Wells’ Martians are some
23.Figure out
25.Physician
28.The sounds of time passing?
30.Humorist’s specialty
Down
23.Figure 25.Physician 28.The
30.Humorist’s
Mothers to Remember
Match the clue to the famous mother.
1.Longest-reigning British monarch ____
2.Second U.S. first lady ____
3.She and her daughter both won the Nobel Prize ____
4. Singin’ in the Rain actress ____
5.Singer, Wynonna and Ashley’s mom ____
6.Her son led India after her death ____
7. Private Benjamin actress ____
8.U.S. first lady, advocate for nutrition ____
9.Shares a daughter with Elvis ____
10.Archaeologist ____
11.U.S. first lady, advocate for literacy ____
12. Wizard of Oz actress and singer ____
13.Pillbox hat-wearing first lady ____
14. Psycho actress, Jamie Lee’s mom ____
15.First woman to appear pregnant on television ____
16.Political family, mother of nine ____
17.Emmy- and Tony-winning actress ____
18.William and Harry’s mom ____
©ActivityConnection.com
A.Blythe Danner
B. Priscilla Presley
C.Abigail Adams
D. Michelle Obama
E.Elizabeth II
F. Princess Diana
G.Goldie Hawn
H.Janet Leigh
I.Debbie Reynolds
J. Barbara Bush
K.Rose Kennedy
L.Lucille Ball
M.Marie Curie
N.Mary Leakey
O. Naomi Judd
P. Indira Gandhi
Q. Judy Garland
R.Jacqueline Kennedy
Concentration Puzzles
Use the visual clues in the puzzle to figure out what it says.
A Mother Wears Many Hats
Unscramble the letters to reveal words associated with moms. Then search vertically, horizontally, diagonally, forward, and backward to find the words in the puzzle.
PICK UP FOR ALL TRIPS FROM:
Los Gatos Adult Recreation Center 208 E Main St, Los Gatos, CA 95030
Joan Pisani Community Center 19655 Allendale Ave, Saratoga, CA 95070
55 Plus Members receive $10 off all Great Getaway trips!
Note: Trips are non-refundable.
To register call 408.354.8700, visit Great Getaways or scan the QR
GREAT GETAWAY ADULT DAY TRIPS
• WEDNESDAY JUNE 10TH – PHANTOM OF THE OPERA - SOLD OUT
• FRIDAY JUNE 26TH – BLACKHAWK MUSEUM & LUNCH - $120 - Explore the Blackhawk Museum with your choice of tour, then enjoy time to see all six collections at your own pace. Lunch at Fat Maddie's.
• WEDNESDAY JULY 8TH – GIANTS VS. BLUE JAYS
55 PLUS PROGRAM
2026 Membership $45
Join our community of vibrant older adults! The LGS Recreation 55 Plus program provides comprehensive free or low-cost programs for people age 55 and over. You do not need to be a Los Gatos resident to join. To enjoy a variety of groups, programs, classes, social events, guest lectures, and services. Members receive special discounts for Great Getaway Adult Day Trips, Table Tennis, LGS Pickleball League, social dances, and exclusive activities at Vasona Boating and the LGS Aquatics Center. LGS Recreation has a web resource page to help connect older adults to services and information. We also offer several service providers in house. Contact the 55 Plus office for more details.
- $150 - Cheer on the San Francisco Giants from Section 207 as they take on the Toronto Blue Jays in a day game. Enjoy $12 in Splash Cash plus scenic bay and Golden Gate Bridge views.
• FRIDAY JULY 24TH – MUIR WOODS & MERSEA, TREASURE ISLAND - SOLD OUT - WATCH FOR THIS TRIP TO RETURN IN THE FALL
• WEDNESDAY AUGUST 5TH- BEAUTY AND THE BEAST MUSICAL - $90 - Be Our Guest at BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, Disney’s first North American touring production of the beloved musical in over 25 years. Choose from many dinner options at the Hillsdale Shopping Center after the show.
• FRIDAY AUGUST 21ST – BIG SUR STATE PARKSOLD OUT - WATCH FOR THIS TRIP TO RETURN IN THE FALL
Thank You to our current Grant Sponsors
