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WHAT’S ON THE INSIDE: Page 2 - August Birthdays Pages 3-Group Activities/Events & Music Activities Page 4 –Dance Classes Page 5—Expiring Memberships Page 6—Health/WCC Classes Page 7—Health/Evening Exercise Classes Page 8-10—Art Classes and Workshops Page 11—Quick Travel Guide Page 12-14—Travel Page 15—Advertising Page 16—August Menu Page 17—Future Trips Page 18—Extended Travel Page 19—Advertising Page 20—Medical Equipment & Focus Hope Dates Insert—August Calendar

Ypsilanti Township Community Center 2025 E. Clark Rd, Ypsilanti 48198 734-544-3838 www.ytown.org (click on Parks & Recreation and then click on 50 & Beyond)

Recreation

Coordinator:

Debbie Aue

Office Staff:

daue@ytown.org

Center Hours:

Mon - Fri

8:00 - 4:00

(Debbie’s hours)

Office Hours:

Mon-Wed-Thurs

9:00 - 2:00

Please plan to

take care of

anything that

would require

assistance from

our staff during

office hours.

Touching Lives….. Lifting Spirits!

Group travel offers many

benefits! It is safe, fun,

organized and the best price. More

information inside this newsletter!

2019

Annual Bazaar & Craft Show Friday October 11, 9:00-1:00 Saturday October 12, 9:00-2:00 Put the dates on your calendar and plan to come support our program. This once a year fund-raiser is very important to our program. Due to budget cuts many of the events, snacks, coffee, parties, birthday treats and others are funded with the money earned through the Bazaar. There is a way for EVERYONE to participate: Purchase from the Crafters Buy raffle tickets Eat lunch at the Concession Stand Volunteer during the two day event Flu Shots Friday 9am-1pm

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The front desk in the main lobby is closed for lunch 12:00-1:00 Monday to Friday.

50 & Beyond Program

Membership Resident single rate is $15.00. Resident household is $25.00. Non-Resident single rate is $20.00. Non-Resident household is $35.00.

A big thank you to Tim Horton’s for their generosity as they donate yummy donuts to our center on a regular basis.

REMINDER: you need to scan your key fob to see if your membership is due. It expires 1 year from the day you sign up. If it expires you will not receive this newsletter and you will not be eligible for the free or discounted programs.

Do you have old medication? Do NOT flush it down the toilet or throw it in the garbage. You

need to dispose of it in a safe way. Below are two pharmacies that will take it for you. They will NOT take narcotics like Vicodin. St. Joes Reichert Pharmacy 734-712-2222 Saline Pharmacy 734-316-2162

FREE VHS Tapes If you have a VCR and would like some Free Tapes we are

getting rid of the large selection here at the Center. Come on in

and take what you want.

1 Ethel Walker, Janet Schaffer, Tony Lewis

2 Tina Hotchkiss

3 Pam Skornicka, Pat Hoefle

4 Lisa Putman, Martha Collins,

Robert Gunderson

6 Helen Crudup-Minifield

9 David Reynolds, Kathy Densel, Marti Pons

10 Lillian Lawrence, Phyllis McFee

11 Esther Reilly, Judy Kirby, Linda Jones

12 George Turner, Joyce Streber,

Marianne Oltersdorf

13 Brenda Brewington, Kurt Godden

14 Barbara Valencourt, Dennis Earley,

Linda Halliburton, Nancy Hamilton,

Phyllis Martin

15 Gloria Bester, Jerry Bailey, Sharon Sunada

16 William Taylor

17 Betty Viterna, Dean Russell,

Nancy Dugas, William Johnstone

18 Callie Clemon, Robin Moore

19 Barbara Knowlton

20 Martha Anderson

21 Jenoatha Green, Raymond Mitchell,

Rolland Petelka, Sharon Vanburen,

Shirley Lambert

22 Camille Hudson, Nancy Rogers, Olga Byrd

23 David Woody

25 Judith Hull

26 Melody Thomas, Virginia Skeans

27 Clinton Elswick, Corinne Terrian,

Emily Jones, Julianne Redente,

Margie Couperthwaite

31 Janice Anschuetz, Katy M. Thomas

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Mahjong 10:00am Mondays in room 201 Mahjong is a Chinese game played with tiles. There are several variations of this challenging game. The type we will be playing is a modified, simple version. The game is not difficult to play. If you can play Rummy, you can play Mahjong. LOOKING FOR MORE PLAYERS

Group Activities - Events

Activities Membership is Required Stamping and Card Making Club Thursdays 1:00-3:00pm Bible Club - Mondays 10:00am All are welcome to come discuss the Bible. Quilter’s Club - Mondays & Wednesdays 9:00am-3:00pm Ceramics - Tuesdays 9:30am starting in Sept. Mahjong - Mondays 10:00am Jewelry Making Club - Wednesdays 1:00-3:00 Card Playing Clubs Bridge - Mondays 12:30pm Cards - Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 1:00-3:30 Recycled Cards Club - Thursdays 11:00am (the first Thursday of the month only No meetings in December) NO BIBLE CLASS IN AUGUST

“One-on-one” computer help is available at the Ypsilanti District Library by appointment only for ages 55+. Just call 734-482-4110 x1384 to schedule your one-hour session. All appointments are held at YDL-Whittaker, 5577 Whittaker Rd., Ypsilanti

Music activities

Music Makers Mondays 1:00pm, room 204 Do you like to sing or play a musical instrument? We practice every Monday afternoon, September to June and we perform for facilities on Tuesdays. Everyone is welcome! LOOKING FOR NEW MEMBERS Director: Sharon Hewitt

The Lively Singers 1:30 - 2:40pm Meets September to May ALL are welcome to come sing in our choir.

Country Music Saturdays 2:00 - 5:00pm Please check the sign in our lobby for the country music location. Week #1 - New River Band Week #2 - J & JR Band Week #3 - Southern Echo’s Week #4 - Muniz & Company Week #5—Open Mic Music is available at the Van Buren center on Sunday’s 2:00-5:00pm.

Newsletter Dates. Come help label and count the newsletter to prepare for mailing. ALL MONDAYS September on August 26 October on September 23 November on October 28 December/January on November 25

Bid Whist Club The club now meets on Mondays 1:00pm Still room for more players

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Dance Classes/Members Only

Advance Tap - Fridays 9:30-10:00am September 7-June 2019 This Tap class requires strong Tap skills, consistent attendance, and a desire to be challenged. We will learn difficult Tap combinations; work on our speed and execution of steps. This class will dance in the YTRD Spring recital but will learn a dance routine that will be performed in our annual talent show in June. .

Dance-R-Size - Thursdays 10:15-10:45am

September 6-June 2019 This program is an informal, free-flowing style of

movement that combines exercise with Jazz steps.

Dance is simply good fun and the kind of activity

that can be enjoyed over a lifetime. It involves both

your body and mind to create an overall workout.

The instructor will introduce many Jazz steps using

great upbeat music. Sign up at front counter.

Beginning Tap - Fridays 10:10-10:50am September 7-June 2019 This low impact exhilarating tap class will get you moving and laughing all at the same time. Using an uncomplicated, comprehensive and FUN teaching technique, it’s designed for all levels of dancers. That is more than many other popular forms of aerobic exercise. No Tap experience needed. We start with the basics.

Hawaiian Dance for Exercise 11:00-11:30am -Fridays September 7—June 2019 What a great way to get a little exercise

and explore a different culture. Hawaiian

dance not only provides movement that is

wonderful for your lower back and waistline, but it

tells the story of the Hawaiian culture. Sign up in

advance for this class at the front counter.

Intermediate Tap - Thursdays 10:50-11:30am September 6—June 2019 This class is for tappers with knowledge of the basic steps. This class will move at a faster pace than the beginning Tap class. This low impact-exhilarating tap class will get you moving and laughing all at the same time. Using an uncomplicated, comprehensive and FUN teaching technique, it is designed for all levels of dancers.

Did you know that one half hour of dancing will burn 200-400 calories?

You must be a 50 & Beyond member in good standing to take these dance classes. There is an option to perform in the Township dance recital in April. This is not mandatory.

Couples Dance Lessons

Social Ballroom Dance Fridays 6:30-7:50pm Fall dates coming soon Members $25.00 per person Do you enjoy “Dancing with the Stars”? Wish you knew some of those dance steps? Now you can learn the Waltz, Foxtrot, Swing, Cha-Cha, Rumba, and more. No experience necessary. Couples preferred, singles are welcome, but partners are not guaranteed. Wear comfortable shoes with smooth

bottoms. Register at the front counter.

Mr. Smooth Basic Ballroom Wednesday’s 7:15-8:15pm Members $49.00 per session Advanced Class Friday’s 6:30-7:30 This class offers students the opportunity to im-prove their health and socialize while learning ball-room style dance. This style of dance combines the benefits of exercise with fun and grace.

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Building and/or program closing: There has been much confusion on what our policy is for closing the building and/or cancelling programs. The Township officials will make the decision if our building is closed. It is NOT based on the schools closing. It is a rare occasion that our building actually closes. The best way to check is on the website at www.ytown.org or by calling 734-544-3800. The lunch program IS cancelled when the Ypsilanti Community Schools are closed. If you are a regular attendee you will get a call from Gladys or a volunteer. You can also call 734-544-3838 after 8:30am. The WCC classes are cancelled when the Washtenaw Community College is closed or if the instructor chooses to cancel. You will only get a call if the instructor cancels. Enhanced Fitness is cancelled if the area public schools are closed. You will not get a call. 50 & Beyond classes (not art classes) are cancelled if the Ypsilanti Community schools are closed. Tina makes the decision if her art classes are cancelled and will get in touch with her students.

Callie Barnes

Carol Brown

Cloris Brown

Leroy Carter

Carole Clare

Susan Collins

Rhonda Curtis

John Delcamp

Nadine Diegel

Karen Dunlap

Helen Edwards

Millicent Fasing

Tarita Fonville

Leonard Hunter

Dian Johnson

Emily Jones

Michael Jones

Steven Kitchen

Barbara Knowlton

This is the last newsletter you will receive until your membership is renewed.

Jean Marie Madlo

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Kathleen Moomey

Frieda Perry

Ron Podolak

Renee Ramey

Esther Reilly

Marilyn Rintamaki

Diana Rivis

Dennis Sears

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Debra Shippell

Julie Smith

Carmen Stemple

Sharon Sunada

Lorraine Taylor

Phyllis Tera

Mignon Walls

Susy Wiegand

Jennifer Woodard

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Health and wellness

ACUPUNCTURE Every Friday Room 301 9:00-11:00am $20.00 per treatment (weekly) Licensed and insured acupuncturist will be at our center on Fridays offering group treatments. Acupuncture can treat many issues including: pain relief, sleep problems, digestion issues, stress and anxiety, weight loss, smoking, Allergies, and many more. No appointment needed; but, please arrive early to get a full treatment.

HEARING TEST 2 Tuesdays of each month By Appointment only 12-3:00pm Room 301 - FREE Miracle Ear will provide a hearing aid specialist to administer a hearing test free to our members. Please call our office at 734-544-3838 to schedule an appointment.

T.O.P.S 10:00am meetings begin 9:00am Thursday morning weigh in T.O.P.S. is a weight control program which uses group support, competition and recognition to motivate and aid weight loss goals set by physicians. Join others that have similar weight loss goals.

Enhance Fitness Lite Tuesdays & Thursdays 10:30-11:30 in the Gym This class provided by the National Kidney Foundation will focus on balance and stretching. Exercises can be done from a chair this is gentle exercise for beginners or those who have not exercised in a while.

Pickleball Players! 11:30am-2:00pm Mondays /Wednesdays /Fridays Come play Pickleball with us. Open to anyone who wants to learn how to play. This is a great form of exercise!

Classes Provided by WCC

Lifetime Fitness Tuesdays, 9:15-10:15am September 10– Nov. 12, 2019 Thursdays, 9:00-10:00am September 12– Nov. 14, 2019 Designed to increase flexibility and strength. This low-impact class will cover stretching and strength training.

The classes listed below are provided through the Community Enrichment Department at Washtenaw Community College for people age 60 and over. (if you are under 60 and there is room in the class, you may participate).

Line Dancing Tuesday’s 10:30-11:30am September 10– Nov. 12, 2019 You will learn new dances as well as some of the old time favorites. The next time you go to an event with dancing you will be able to show off your line dancing skills. Line dancing is not just good exercise, it's lots of fun.

Tai Chi Mondays, All levels 9:15-10:45am September 9– Nov. 18, 2019 No class Nov. 11 This ancient form of exercise emphasizes physical, mental, and spiritual well-being through movement and gentle exercise.

NO TAI CHI ON AUG. 4th

Let’s Try Yoga! Tuesdays, 10:15-11:45am September 10– Nov. 12, 2019 Unlike stretching for fitness, yoga is more than just physical postures. What do you have to lose by trying, except stiff joints and tight, sore muscles?

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Health and wellness

Mondays/Wednesdays/Fridays 10:30-11:30am Enhance Fitness is a group exercise class aimed at improving your overall functional fitness and well-being. The class incorporates a warm-up, low-impact cardiovascular conditioning, strength, balance, and flexibility training. Certified instructors make it fun with upbeat music and exercises that truly improve your health. Participants have noticed increased strength and energy and decreased blood pressure and weight. This class is provided in partnership with the National Kidney Foundation of Michigan. There is a $25.00 per month suggested donation payable to the Kidney Foundation.

Evening exercise classes

Basic Yoga Wednesdays 5:00-6:15pm Fall dates coming soon Members $37.00 This yoga class includes seated mid plane & standing yoga posture, while safely transitioning between them.

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Summer Art Classes

Watercolor Pencils, Masking, and Colored Pencils—3 Day Workshop August 20th, 21st, and 22nd 10:00am-4:00pm 50& Beyond Members Fee: $50.00 Instructor: Tina Hotchkiss

Are you looking for a new way to use colored pencils and still display the piece in an all colored pencil show? This workshop will cover how to create watercolor pencil underpaintings, which adds movement, color surprises and texture to colored pencil drawings. It also speeds up the colored pencil process; and gives the opportunity to use masking, creating lines of actitation and organization. This workshop includes demos form the instructor on mastering watercolor pencils, colored pencils and masking fluid. In addition, student will learn to use the color wheel to guide them in their color choices to finish with a well, unified piece. Supply List: Professional grade watercolor pencils (instructor’s favorite Caran d'Ache Museum Aquarelle Pencils) Professional grade color pencils (at list 48 set) Arches 140lb Hot Press Watercolor Paper (artist choice in size) Erasers Fineline Masking Fluid Pen- Standard Tip 0.8 mm Tape Watercolor brushes (instructor will have some to borrow) Board to mount your watercolor paper on White cutting board

Fall Evening Art Classes

Drawing with Soft Pastels Tuesday 6:00-8:30 pm September 10- October 1 October 15- November 5 November 19- December 17 No class November 26 50& Beyond Members Fee: $40.00 Learn the fundamentals of drawing with pastels in a fun, relaxing atmosphere. Class will include instructional demos, time for students to practice skills, and instructor’s feedback on work. Supplies students will bring to class are: professional grade soft pastels and sanded paper; if beginner: a set of Nupastel by Prismacolor, and Canson MI-tentes Pastel paper or pastel sanded paper. Instructor: Tina Hotchkiss

Watercolor Pencils, Masking, and Col-ored Pencils Thursday 5:30-7:00pm September 12 – October 17 October 31 – December 12 No class November 28 50& Beyond Members Fee: $40.00 Are you looking for a new way to use colored pencils and still display the piece in an all colored pencil show? This class will cover how to create watercolor pencil underpaintings, which adds movement, color surprises and texture to colored pencil drawings. It also speeds up the colored pencil process; and, gives the opportunity to use masking, creating lines of actitation and organization. Class includes demos form the instructor on mastering watercolor pencils, colored pencils and masking fluid. In addition, students will learn to use the color wheel to guide them in their color choices to finish with a well, unified piece. Supply List: Professional grade watercolor pencils (instructor’s favorite Caran d'Ache Museum Aquarelle Pencils) Professional grade color pencils (at list 48 set) Arches 140lb Hot Press Watercolor Paper (artist choice in size) Erasers Fineline Masking Fluid Pen- Standard Tip 0.8 mm Tape Watercolor brushes (instructor will have some to borrow) Board to mount your watercolor paper on White cutting board Masking Tap Instructor: Tina Hotchkiss

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Fall Daytime Art Classes

Travis Erby Portrait Drawing Tuesdays 1:10-2:40pm

Tuesday, September 10- October 15 Tuesday, October 29- December 10 No class November 26 50 & Beyond Members: $40.00 To draw a portrait one must understand how to draw the human head. In this class, students will learn many features about this complex shape, such as movement, proportion, structure, anatomy, and many more. Students will master the skills needed to draw the human head. Supplies to bring are a sketchpad and a pencil to the first class.

Working Studio Friday 10:00am- 2:00pm September 13- October 4 October 25- November 15 50& Beyond Members Fee: $35.00 No class September 27 Come join other artists for this time of creativity. One may choose to draw or paint the still life that will be provided, or work on their own project. Time will be given for group critiques and individual help from the instructor, Tina Hotchkiss. Participants will provide their own supplies and lunch .

Watercolor Basics and Beyond Monday 10:00am- 11:30am Session 1: Painting from life September 9 – October 14 Session 2: Painting Buildings October 28– December 9 No class October 14 & Nov. 11 50& Beyond Members Fee: $40.00 This fun relaxing step-by-step class is appropriate for beginners and intermediate artist. Students will master many watercolor techniques used by professional artist. Note the different sessions focus. A list of supplies will be given at the first class. Instructor: Tina Hotchkiss

Space, One of the Elements of Art Monday 12:30pm- 2:00pm Mondays, September 9 – October 21 No class October 14 & Nov. 11 50& Beyond Members Fee: $40.00

Space is an Element of Art referring to the placement of forms on a two dimensional surface. Using space correctly, artists are able to create the illusion of 3D on a flat surface. Students will learn the skills of overlapping, placement on paper, size, detail, color, value, and linear perspective to create art that is a believable representation space. Students should bring graphite drawing pencils, color pencils, easers, and drawing paper to class. Instructor: Tina Hotchkiss

Texture, One of the Elements of Art Monday 12:30pm- 2:00pm Mondays, Nov. 4—Dec. 16 50& Beyond Members Fee: $40.00 No class November 11 Texture is one of the Elements of Art. This refers to the way an object feels to the touch or looks as it may feel if it were touched. Adding textures to your art can create realism, balance, and interest. Learning what to look for is the key in reproducing a texture. Value changes, shapes, and patterns are important elements in the process. All projects will focus on these concepts. Students may work in their desired media. Instructor: Tina Hotchkiss

Watercolor Basics and Beyond Thursday 7:00-8:30pm Session 1: Painting from life September 12 – October 17 Session 2: Painting Buildings October 31 – December 12 No class November 28. 50& Beyond Members Fee: $40.00 This fun relaxing step-by-step class is appropriate for the beginner and intermediate artist. Students will master many watercolor techniques used by professional artist. Note the different sessions focus. A list of supplies provided in the first class. Instructor: Tina Hotchkiss

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Fall Daytime Art Classes

How to Draw Absolutely Anything Wednesday 9:30am-12:30 pm September 11- October 16 November 6- December 18 No class November 27 50 & Beyond Members: $120.00 Claudia Selen combines the atelier method with her nero-science background to help you master the exciting skill of drawing what you see. You will be practicing and perfecting your ability to render the unique shapes and value relationships of the world around you, from simple still life's to landscapes, portraits and the full human figure. Once you have learned and practiced a few simple methods and tools, there is no subject too complex or detailed for you to tackle with confidence! This class is perfect for those who have little or no experience with drawing, and also perfect for those who have drawn a lot, but still feel at a loss when they try to tackle particular subjects or correct their own work when something "just doesn't feel right". Learning and practicing this method will make all your artwork solid and realistic so that your creativity can shine. Instructor: Claudia Selene

Oil Painting Fundamentals Friday 3:30 pm – 6:30pm September 13– October 4 October 18- November 8 November 22- December 20 No class on November 29 50 & Beyond Members: $80.00 This 4-week class will focus on the basics of oil painting, including how to handle the paint across a variety of subject matter. The emphasis will be on seeing and understanding what is in front of us in order to build a rich visual vocabulary for indi-vidual expression. Instructor: Claudia Selene

Portraits in Watercolor 2 Day Workshop October 11th and 12th 10:00am- 4:00pm 50 & Beyond Members: $80.00 During this intensive two-day workshop, we will learn and practice the process of painting a realistic portrait in watercolor: The first day will be devoted to understanding and drawing out the very specific shapes and relationships that make up the unique face you are immortalizing in paint. On the second day we will work through the layers of color from light to dark, to bring your portrait to life. This workshop is perfect for those with some experience in drawing and watercolor, who want to dive into portrait painting. We will use portraits that are lit from a single light source on one side (chiaroscuro). The instructor will have reference photos you can use. If you want to bring your own photo, please be sure it has the proper lighting so that the shadows and half-tones are well defined. Please bring your normal watercolor kit, as well as sturdy drawing paper the size you intend your portrait to be, and drawing pencils. You will need at least one piece of Arches cold-pressed paper, 140 or 300 lb, at least 9" x 12", preferably pre-stretched. Instructor: Claudia Selene

Fall Art Workshops

Printmaking with Dennis Gordon Friday, September 27th 10:00am-2:00pm YTR: $35.00 NR Fee: $40.00 Combine abstract images and colors with a simple, bold woodcut design to create exciting and intriguing artwork. This process can give you inspiration for your non-printmaking art as well. All supplies provided by Dennis, which includes inks, paints, printmaking paper, and wood for the woodcut

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ATTENTION!!! The Lively Travelers program is for members and their guests. Please remember that we are a recreation program. Members requiring “one on one” assistance MUST travel with a partner that is there to attend to those needs. “One on One” examples: getting on or off the bus; walking from the bus to the destination; making decisions on your own, manual wheelchairs that require pushing, or any other situation requiring another person to help. Our staff is able to assist power wheelchairs. Please make our staff aware of any physical or mental limitations at the time of sign up. Thank you for your cooperation.

Please Note: There may be a $5.00 cancellation fee for all canceled trips, each trip varies. Please look at each sign up sheet for instructions.

Please Note: All overnight tr ip pr ices are figured at the double occupancy rate. If staying in a single room the price will increase. There may be a $5.00 cancellation fee for all canceled trips, each trip varies. Please look at each sign up sheet for instructions.

WE CAN NO LONGER ALLOW SAME DAY TRIP SIGN UP. PLEASE SIGN UP BY THE

DEADLINES!

Travel Club

We have a new checking account. Instead of making your checks out to Lively Travelers you will now make them out to 50

& Beyond. Thank you.

When parking in the Community Center lot for

ALL trips, please use the rows that are beyond the flag pole. That is row 3 and beyond. Please DO NOT park in the handicap or spaces that are closest to the doors. This is a courtesy to those coming to the center for just a few hours. Thank you

Join Us For Some Fun Trips! There may be a $5.00 cancellation fee for all canceled trips, each trip varies. Please pay attention to the trip deadlines. We can no longer allow same day trip sign ups. Thank you for your cooperation. AUGUST 4—Shrek the musical & Lunch $45.00 5-11—Northern Michigan tour $1299.00 9—Birch Run Mall $10.00 (rescheduled) 15—Summer in the City $45.00 16—A Day in Lansing $98.00 17—Eastern market $12.00 22—Let’s do Lunch $10.00 24—Sauder Village $80.00 26—Greektown $18.00 SEPTEMBER 19—Let’s do Lunch $10.00 21—Eastern Market $12.00 23-28—Nooks and Crannies $899 24—Binder Zoo $29.50 30—Firekeepers $20.00 OCTOBER 1—Canopy Walk (Dow Gardens) $25.00 17—Let’s Do Lunch $10.00 19—Eastern Market (last one for season) $12.00 20—Fiddler on the Roof $75.00 22—Explore Tecumseh $10.00 28—Motor City Casino $18.00

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August Travel

Eastern Market (Detroit) Saturday August 17, 2019 7:00-12:00pm Members $12.00 Transportation Only

Summer in the City Thursday August 15, 2019 8:30-4:30pm All seats $45.00 Start the trip off with a guided tour of Boston Edi-son Historic District. Early residents include Henry Ford, James Couzens, Horace Rackham, Joe Louis and Willie Horton. Then its off to lunch at Dakota Inn Rathskeller Detroit only authentic German bar. Be sure to pick your lunch choice at sign up. We finish with a visit to Leon & Lulu’s. They offer one of a kind custom furniture, spectacular collection of gifts, accessories and women’s clothing. Make checks payable to Bianco.

Let’s Go to Birch Run (Rescheduled) Friday August 9—10:00-3:00 Members $10.00 Take the bus and leave the driving to us. Save your energy for all the shopping you will do. Transportation Only

Shrek, the musical LIVE on stage!! Sunday August 4 12:30-6:00pm All seats $45.00 Includes transportation, lunch and the LIVE show.

Set in a mythical “once upon a time” sort of land, the story of a hulking green ogre who, after being mocked and feared his entire life by anything that crosses his path, retreats to an ugly green swamp to exist in happy isolation. Suddenly, a gang of homeless fairy-tale characters (Pinocchio, Cinderella, the Three Pigs, you name it) raid his sanctuary, saying they’ve been evicted by the vertically challenged Lord Farquaad. So Shrek strikes a deal: I’ll get your homes back, if you give me my home back! But when Shrek and Farquaad meet, the Lord strikes a deal of his own: He’ll give the fairy-tale characters their homes back, if Shrek rescues Princess Fiona. Shrek obliges, yet finds something appealing–something strange and different–about this pretty princess. He likes her. A lot. But why does she always run off when the sun sets? Make checks payable to 50 & Beyond.

Sauder Village & Barbershop Sing Saturday August 24 8:00am—6:30pm All seats $80.00 Join us for the annual Barbershop Sing as the Alliance Chorus of Columbus, OH perform the sweet sounds of the barbershop harmony in Founder’s Hall. Escape the hustle and bustle of every-day life and enjoy a fun-filled getaway with great food, memorable experience and warm hospitality. Visit nearly 40 historic homes, shops, farms and gardens. Enjoy home-style dining at the Barn Restaurant and freshly bake treats at the Doughbox Bakery. A $10.00 non-refundable deposit will hold your spot. Deadline is July 24. Make checks payable to Custom Holidays.

A Day In Lansing Friday August 16 7:30-5:30pm All seats $98.00 Includes: Riverboat Cruise, Tour of the State Capitol and Lunch. Take the luxury motor coach to Lansing to visit the Michigan Historical Museum and our State Capitol. Enjoy a relaxing riverboat lunch cruise aboard the Grand Princess Riverboat while you are entertained by the Dixie Land Band. Deadline is July 16th or when full. Make checks payable to Custom Holidays

Let’s Do Lunch Thursday August 22 12:00-2:30pm $10.00 transportation only Ye Olde Durty Bird, Toledo-OH

Greektown Casino Monday August 26 9:00-4:00pm $18.00 transportation only

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September Travel

October Travel

Let’s Do Lunch Thursday September 19 12:00-2:30pm $10.00 transportation only

Eastern Market (Detroit) Saturday September 21 7:00-12:00pm Members $12.00 Transportation Only

Firekeepers Casino Monday September 30 9:00-4:00pm $20.00 transportation only

Let’s Do Lunch Thursday October 17 12:00-2:30pm $10.00 transportation only Ventura’s Mexican, Toledo-OH

“Canopy Walk” Whiting Forest, Dow Gardens Tuesday October 1 8:00-4:15pm All seats $25.00 Includes: transportation and admission only. The Whiting Forest is a 54-acre forest that has been under renovation since 2014. Adjacent to the Dow Gardens, the forest features an orchard, ponds and a café. The canopy walk splits into three arms, each of which focuses on a specific part of the forest: the picturesque spruces, the century-old ponds and the orchard of apple, cherry, plum and pear trees. Over 1,000 trees including 67 different types of apple trees. You may eat lunch at the café in the forest or pack your own lunch for the day. The bus will stop on the way to and from the forest for a quick bathroom and snack break.. There are bench-es throughout the forest but this trip does require a lot of walking. Deadline is 1 week in advance. Make checks paya-ble to 50 & Beyond.

Binder Zoo and Giraffe Experience Tuesday September 24 8:15-4:30pm All seats $29.50 Includes: transportation, admission, “Wild Encounter” presentation and giraffe feeding. Lunch is on your own. The Binder Zoo is in Battle Creek so the bus will stop on the way to and from the zoo for a quick bathroom and snack break. There is so much to see at this zoo including; snow leopard, red panda, wild horse, red kangaroo, Cheetahs, African wild dogs, Mexican grey wolf, giraffes, zebras, ostrich-es, stork and antelope….. Our trip includes feeding the Giraffes in the Wild Africa exhibit and a private Wild Encounter presentation by the zoo keeper called “Habitats are Homes” where if you want you will be able to touch and hold animals. There is a tram and restaurant in the zoo as well. Lunch is on your own you may eat at the restaurant or pack your own lunch to eat throughout the day. This trip does require a lot of walking. Deadline is 2 weeks in advance. Make checks payable to 50 & Beyond.

Eastern Market (Detroit) Saturday October 19 (last one of the season) 7:00-12:00pm Members $12.00 Transportation Only

Motor City Casino Monday October 28 9:00-4:00pm $18.00 transportation only

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Los Angeles and Mexican Riviera

2 DAYS IN LOS ANGELES AND A 7-DAY JEWELS OF THE MEXICAN RIVIERA: CABO SAN LUCAS &

PUERTO VALLARTA

The Arch of Cabo San Lucas

Mazatlan, Mexico

Friday April 3-Sunday April 12, 2020

Los Angeles is a sprawling Southern California city and the center of the nation’s film and television industry. Near its iconic Hollywood sign, studios such as Paramount Pictures, Universal and Warner Brothers offer behind-the-scenes tours. On Hollywood Boulevard, TCL Chinese Theatre displays celebrities’ hand- and footprints, the Walk of Fame honors thousands of luminaries and vendors sell

maps to stars’ homes.

Embrace the best of Mexico’s charms on a seven-day ride of a lifetime. Your first stop takes you to Cabo San Lucas where you’ll take a scenic tour of the rugged coastline. Then head to Mazatlan for some fun in the sun on their palm tree-lined beaches and a tour of the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. In Puerto Vallarta, watch nature’s largest mammals in their natural habitat or visit a

lush rainforest.

Trip includes: 2 night stay at the Hilton- Los Angeles, round trip air from Detroit Metro, all transfers, taxes, port fees, transportation to and from metro, 7 day Mexican Riviera cruise on the Norwegian Joy. Ocean View with picture window: $1987.00 per person based on double occupancy Balcony: $2357.00 per person based on double occupancy Choose any 2 of the following extra’s on the cruise:

Free at sea alcohol package (you will pay the tip upfront for this package $138.60)

Free Wi-Fi for the cabin

Specialty Dining package (you will pay tax upfront for this package $15.80)

$50 shore credit per port per cabin (not per person) A $250.00 deposit is due to hold your spot. This is refundable up to

the final payment date of December 1st, 2019. The first $250 payment is made payable to 50 & Beyond and covers their fees and $50 cruise deposit. The remaining balance can be paid through 50 &

Beyond or directly with Norwegian. Please note April 12, 2020 is Easter Sunday.

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October Travel

Broadway in Toledo Fiddle on the Roof Sunday October 20 5:00-11:00pm All seats $75.00 Includes: Transportation and show only. No dinner. Live on the Stranahan Theater stage! Featuring the Broadway classics “Tradition,” “If I Were a Rich Man,” Sunrise, Sunset,” “Matchmaker, Matchmaker” and “To Life,” Make checks payable to 50 & Beyond Deadline is September 18. We need a minimum of 12 paid 30 days in advance for this trip to go.

Explore Tecumseh! Tuesday October 22, 2019 10:30-3:30pm Members $10.00 (transportation only) Join us for a beautiful fall color drive to Tecumseh. Our first stop is at Michigan Wares where everything for sale is made in MI. You will have 1 hour of shopping at your own pace. Then we head to Basil Boys for lunch (payment on your own) where you will have 1 1/2 hours to enjoy lunch. After lunch we will head to The Boulevard Market with its hand-cut artisan cheese, wines, crafts beers, dry cured salami and chocolates. You will have 1/2 hour to shop for whatever catches your eye. Then we board the bus for home. This trip is transportation only. You decide what you spend throughout the day. Deadline is October 18. Make checks payable to 50 & Beyond.

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Future Day Trips

Cinderella, Broadway Rodgers & Hammerstein LIVE on stage!! Sunday December 15 12:30-6:30pm All seats $45.00 Includes transportation, lunch and the LIVE show.

Cornwell’s Turkeyville Santa Gets A Pink Slip Wednesday December 4 9:30-6:00pm Members $57.00 Includes transportation, lunch and the show.

Forever Plaid Sunday January 19, 2020 12:30-6:30pm All seats $45.00 Includes transportation, lunch and the LIVE show.

Annual Bazaar & Craft Show Friday October 11, 9:00-1:00 Saturday October 12, 9:00-2:00 Put the dates on your calendar and plan to come support our program. This once a year fund-raiser is very important to our program. Due to budget cuts many of the events, snacks, coffee, parties, birthday treats and others are funded with the money earned through the Bazaar. There is a way for EVERYONE to participate: Purchase from the Crafters Buy raffle tickets Eat lunch at the Concession Stand Volunteer during the two day event Flu Shots Friday 9am-1pm

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Extended Travel

Mark your calendars!! Springtime Tulip River Cruise MS AMADEUS QUEEN April of 2020 9 days & 20 meals included Includes roundtrip air from Detroit Metro to Holland, River cruise, all shore excursions, 20 meals aboard the MS Amadeus Queen. This vessel offers the newest technology, panoramic deck, panorama bar, regional wines with every dinner. Includes a city tour of Amsterdam, cruise to the fishing village of Volendam. Then it is off to Arnhem, Middleburg, Ghent, Belgium, Antwerp, Kinderdijk, Utrecht and back to Amsterdam. A detailed brochure will be available soon. The cost of this trip will be in the ball park of $3700 per person. Again actual 2020 pricing will be available soon.

Classic Christmas Markets (by land) November 30-December 8, 2019 9 days, 11 meals, air fare, hotels, transportation and more included. BOOK NOW & SAVE $300 per person Double $3,299.00 Single $3,499.00 A $500 refundable deposit will hold your place. Highlights: Oberammergau, Innsbruck, Choice on Tour, Munich, Black Forest, Strasbourg, Nuremberg, Wurzburg, Rothenburg, Christmas Markets. Pick up your detailed brochure at the center. Limited seating on this trip. Day 1: Overnight flight Day 2: Oberammergau, Germany Day 3: Innsbruck, Austria Day 4: Munich, Germany Day 5: The heart of the Black Forest Day 6: Strasbourg, France Day 7: Nuremberg & Wurzburg Day 8: Rothenburg Day 9: Flight home

New Extended Travel on the horizon! Spring of 2021 Classical Greece 10 days, 15 meals Pricing not available yet but ballpark of $3400 pp Trip includes airfare, all accommodations, tours and meals listed. Athens, Greece the tour begins with a welcome dinner in a traditional tavern. The next day tour Athens showcasing the city’s ancient and glorious monuments.. Then we travel north through central Greece to Thermopylae and Meteora ending the day with dinner at a family owned tavern. Our next journey is to Kalambaka—Delphi ending in Arachova for dinner and breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. The next day in Arachova we will travel along the gulf of Corinth crossing into the Peloponnese to the historic city of Olympia. Here you will enjoy tasting local wines, olive oil, homemade jams and sweets. At dinner this evening broaden your knowledge of Greek instruments and folkloric dances. Wake up to a guided tour of Olympia including a cooking lessons of the region’s best dishes ending with a traditional Greek lunch. Enjoy spectacular scenery as we leave Olympia the next morning and cross the Arkadian Mountains en route to the ancient city of Mycenae for a guided tour ending at the side side resort of Nafpolio and dinner. The next morning enjoy free time to explore Nafplio before heading back to Athens for our farewell dinner. Deposit due date : August 20, 2020 Final Payment due: December 1, 2020 Make checks payable to Collette Tours

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Ypsilanti Township RecreationCenter 2025 E. Clark Rd Ypsilanti, MI 48198

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Permit No. 565

Charter Township of Ypsilanti

Officials:

Brenda Stumbo, Supervisor

Karen Lovejoy-Roe, Clerk

Larry Doe, Treasurer

734-484-4700

Board of Trustees:

Stan Eldridge, Trustee

Heather Jarrell Roe, Trustee

Monica Ross Williams, Trustee

Jimmie Wilson Jr., Trustee

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The Ypsilanti Township

50 & Beyond Program

is supported and operated by the

Township of Ypsilanti,

contributions, memberships, and

volunteers, as part of the Township

Recreation Department.

Save Your Old Cell Phone and More!!! Bring your old cell phone to the center to help support our 50 & Beyond program!! BUT now the program will include small electronics such as: laptops, cameras, mp3 players, and video game consoles. Please do not include manuals or boxes.

FOCUS HOPE The staff arrive from Focus Hope at 11:00am

the first Thursday of every month.

August 1

September 5 October 3

November 7 December 5

Medical Equipment Loan Closet We have various items available for use by our members free of charge. Non-members will need to pay a deposit which will be refunded when the item is returned. We are also accepting wheelchairs that are in good working condition. We are sorry to say that we cannot accept any equipment that needs parts or repairs. No more walkers or commodes are needed at this time. Thank you for your generosity!!