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9525 Highland Rd.

Howell, MI 48843

810-626-2135

Office Hours:

M-F: 8am-3pm*

*Subject to Change

Director

Kim Konarski ....... 810-626-2135

[email protected]

Resource Specialist / Travel

Carol Ringle ......... 810-626-2139

[email protected]

Marketing Coordinator

Kerry Heck ........... 810-626-2138

[email protected]

Van Drivers/Transportation

Sue Watters………….Mon—Fri

J.R. Foust……………………Sub

Office Volunteers

Mary Beth Vicary ........ Monday

Miki Dudra ................. Tuesday

Susie Bracciano…….Wednesday

Pat Klos ...................... Thursday

Donna LaRou................. Friday

Barb Foust…………………..Sub

HSAC Ambassadors

Fran Smith ............. Wednesday

Issue Highlights

Events .................................. #2

Special Groups ..................... #3

Calendar ............................ #6-7

Travel ................................... #9

Sports ................................. #10

Meals on Wheels ................ #11

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Disclaimer

Although the Hartland Senior Activity Center provides information through work-

shops, seminars and advertising for senior services, we do NOT endorse any private

company; merely inform consumers of the availability of services that may enhance

the lives of our members outside of the Center. As a consumer, you are encouraged

to independently research these companies and ask for references. We appreciate all

the support we receive from our local business community and health care providers.

EVERYONE MUST CHECK IN�

It is IMPERATIVE that you sign in when coming into �

the senior center. Members may sign in using the �

kiosks, non�members and guests need to come to �

the office. Not only is this critical to our data collection for �

various grants and funds we receive, but it’s also necessary in �

the event we need to implement contact tracing.�

We Should Be Dancing! !

Show Presented by The Recycled Rockettes �

Tickets are $10 per person in advance �

or $15 at the door �

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October 20 at 1pm �

October 21 at 7pm �

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*Tickets on Sale now!�

Upcoming Senior Events

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Friday, October 15 1pm

Join us for movie and popcorn in the music room.

We are HOPING that “Respect” will out on Red

Box for our October movie. “Respect” is the Are-

tha Franklin Story. We won’t know if it’s available

until early October. Please call see what movie we

are playing and sign up.

Movie & Popcorn!!

Tuesday, October 5 FREE

Amy from Advanced Physical Therapy will be here

to meet with you and talk about any new aches or

pains you may be experiencing.

Call the senior center office to

make an appointment.

Ask a Physical Therapist

Wednesday, October 20 FREE

Items will vary each month—

quantities are limited. We are

transitioning back to indoor

service—please come inside to

pick up the commodities.

Please call the senior center if you have questions.

Gleaners Food Mobile 11am

Thursday, October 14 12-2pm $10.00

Join us for a fabulous German inspired meal

provided by Cartel Inns of Brighton. Also, we

have a talented brew master coming to share his

knowledge of everything BEER! Mark grows his

own hops too! Space is limited.

Oktoberfest Party

Friday, October 8 6-9pm FREE

Join us for this great evening of music! Please call

to let us know you are coming. Everyone must reg-

ister to attend in order to adhere to contact tracing

guidelines. Monetary donations are welcome and

appreciated.

Open Mic Nite

Please note, we now have three different levels of

Line Dance classes available. Level 1 is more of an

introduction to line dance, and Level 3 is for those

that have a lot of experience already line dancing.

You are welcome to try each class to see which best

fits your skills.

Line Dance Levels

Please remember, mask wearing in the senior center

and throughout Hartland Consolidated School

District is highly recommended by not required.

We appreciate your cooperation in keeping each

other safe by getting vaccinated or wearing a mask.

We continue to have masks available for anyone

who needs one to help them stay safe.

COVID Info

I want to take a moment to thank everyone who has

participated in the Farmer’s Market events we’ve

held almost every Saturday since Mother’s Day.

Thanks to your support of our trash to

treasure sales, bake sales, and music

programs, so far we have raised……

$5,212.00

Farmer’s Market Events

Thursday, October 28 1pm FREE

Join us for a fun Hallow-

een themed BINGO.

Come in costume for

extra fun! Please register

in advance.

Bingo

Thursday, October 7 1-2pm FREE

Exercise your brain by answering a variety of trivia

questions.

Space is limited—please pre-

register to guarantee your spot.

Trivia

Classes & Programs


Tuesdays $40 per session

11:30am-2pm *5 week session

Max of 9 students! Students must bring your own

materials. No sharing of supplies. Call to register

for the next session.

Art w/ Kathy

Join us this month at Spicer’s Orchard for a fun

Red Hats outing! We will meet at Spicer’s on

Friday, October 22 at 11:30am.

Call the senior center to reserve your spot!

Red Hattitudes & Friends

Come join us for breakfast! Sign up

in the office and let us know you are

coming so we know how many pan-

cakes and sausage to make!

$3.00 per person

Wednesday, October 27 at 9am

Men’s Breakfast 9am

Need help finding info on the Internet,

using online accounts, organizing

pictures, sending emails with your

smartphone or tablet? Join us on

ZOOM to get help with your tech issues. You can

find the zoom link in our weekly email notices.

Tech Time Mondays—12-2pm

TBD—Please call the senior center if you are

interested in this program.

Downton Abbey—Village Manor

We are a healthy living and weight loss support

group and meet every Thursday at 10am for weigh

ins with the meeting starting at 10:30am. Annual

dues are $32 with an additional $4 monthly fee.

T.O.P.S.—Taking Off Pounds Sensibly

Register online at �

www.KrogerCommunityRewards.com�

The Hartland Senior Center code is NU955.�

It’s an easy way to support the center. Thank you!�

This is a FREE drop in group that works to

encourage and inspire writers in a confidential

environment. We meet the 3rd Wednesday of

each month at the Senior Center.

*Please call the center for more information.

Writers Circle 1pm-2:30pm

If you shop at Kroger and haven’t linked your card

to the Hartland Senior Center, please consider it.

Every time you shop and use your Kroger Rewards

card, the senior center gets a

donation!

Kroger Rewards

Every Wednesday the carving room is

open to all those interested in carving,

pyrography, painting and some

serious conversation over coffee!

Woodcarvers Guild 8am-2pm

Adult Craft Kits: Decoupage Pumpkins, all

day pick-up on Friday, October 15

UFOs Over Michigan on Monday, October

4 at 6:30 pm

Cromaine Library Virtual Events

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What's New to

Medicare 2022

on Wednesday,

October 20 at 6:00 pm

810-632-5200 call for details

Health & Wellness

Did you know we have a medical loan closet? This

is a free service. Of course, this is based on the

availability of walkers, wheelchairs, shower chairs,

crutches, canes, etc.

Donations of clean

gently used

equipment are

appreciated.

Medical Loan Closet FREE!

We have a well-equipped weight room for your use.

For new users, we have volunteer trainers that can

meet with you to set up a routine and show you

how to use any equipment that you may not be

familiar with already. Stop in the

senior center office to

schedule an orientation with

Cliff or Kathie.

Weight Room $50.00 /6 months

News You Can Use—Medicare Counselor Carol Ringle, Senior Resource Advocate

Beth Newman from Catholic Charities will be helping answer questions about Medicare during Open

Enrollment. Please call the senior center to schedule an appointment with Beth on one of the following

days: October 27 November 10 November 18 December 1

*Appointments will be scheduled for 1 hour time slots.

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MCNE SRES PSA MRP“Award winning Quality Service”

Advisory Council

The Advisory Council meets every other month on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 10am. The group

consists of members from each of the five local townships who support the senior center and who partici-

pate in a variety of different senior center programs. This is a dedicated group of individuals committed

to growing the HSAC. We discuss concerns raised by members, problem-solve center issues, give feed-

back on programming, review the center’s budget, etc. If you would like to join the council, please put

in writing your interest and send to Kim at [email protected] or at the senior center.

Purpose

Chair—Kathie Horning Member—Judy Kniaz

Vice-Chair—Lil Gill Member—Nancy Fritch

Treasurer—Dan Curry Member—Penny Halstead

Secretary—Mary Lynn Thomson Member—Cliff Blossom

Ex Officio—Michelle Hemeyer, BOE Member—Jim Page

Ex Officio—Carol Hayes, HCE Member—Lisa Banister

Staff—Kim Konarski Member—Patrice Heath

Members

Meeting Dates

November 17

January 19

March 16


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Monday Tuesday Wednesday

Daily Activities� Daily Activities� Daily Activities

8:45am Enhance Fitness (Stage)

8:00am Billiards (#53)

10:00am Women’s Chorus (MR)

10:15am Yoga (#54)

12:00pm Tech Time (Art)

12:00pm Strummers (#54)

12:30pm Silver Ringers (MR)

1:00pm Cribbage (#53)

8:45am Dance Aerobics (Stage)

9:45am Sit n Fit (#54)

10:00am Euchre (#53)

10:00am Men’s Chorus (MR)

10:30am Level 3 Line Dance (Stage)

10:30am Ping Pong (#54)

11:00am Pickleball (Gym)

11:30am Art w/ Kathy (#49)

12:30pm Pinochle (#53)

12:30pm Big Euchre (#53)

1:00pm Band (MR)



8:00am Woodcarvers (#49)

10:00am Games

10:00am Tai Chi (#54)

10:00am Combined Chorus (MR)

11:30am Zumba! (Stage)

11:30am Duplicate Bridge (#54)

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Please remember to call and sign up for any

programs or events you plan on attending.

(Space / Supplies are limited for most)

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Ask of Physical Therapist

*Call to make an appointment

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1:00pm

Recycled Rockettes

“You Should be Dancing”

Tickets Required

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9:00am

Men’s Breakfast

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Daily Activities� Daily Activities� Daily Activities�



8:00am Woodcarvers (#49)

10:00am Games (#53)

10:00am Tai Chi (#54)

10:00am Combined Chorus (MR)

11:30am Zumba! (Stage)

11:30am Duplicate Bridge (#54)


8:45am Dance Aerobics (Stage)

9:30am Jouni’s Angels (#54)

10:00am Mah Jong (#53)

10:00am T.O.P.S. (#54)


10:30am Silver Bells (MR)


11:30am Yoga (#54)

8:30am Rockettes (Stage)

9:00am Postural Stretch (#54)

10:00am Relaxed Euchre (#53)

10:15am Ping Pong (#54)

12:00pm Big Euchre (#53)

12:00pm Pickleball (Gym)

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1:00pm

Trivia

6:00pm

Open Mic Nite

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Gleaners Day 20 21 22

1:00pm

Recycled Rockettes


Tickets Required

7:00pm

Recycled Rockettes


Tickets Required

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9:00am

Men’s Breakfast

1:00pm

Halloween Bingo!

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12:00�2:00pm�

Octoberfest Party!�

Tickets required�

(No regular soup / salad today)�

1:00pm �

Movie: “Aretha”�

Thank you to everyone who makes a

donation in honor of a lost loved one or

friend. We appreciate the heartfelt gifts

which continue to provide support to the

senior center.

It’s our honor to receive donations and

bequeaths upon someone's passing. It

reminds us of all the good things that come

from being part of the senior center—

laughter, new friends, new hobbies, better

health and most importantly ….

a place of belonging.

Memorial Gifts / Bequests Our Deepest Sympathy

In Memory of: Janet Thompson

Don Thompson, Caroline Dunkle

In Memory of: Ginger Cote

Joe and Rosemarie Kleiner


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*You need to find your own roommate for trips.

*All trips are on a first come—first serve basis.

*All day trips require full payment.

*Most extended travel requires a deposit.

*A small fee will be charged for all cancellations.

*SOME trips will not be refunded.

Travel Policy

With each trip there is a payment deadline. Reserva-

tions must be paid for by that date; after that, I cannot

guarantee you a spot or there may be a higher rate. Res-

ervations are booked at a “group rate” so you can enjoy

the discount. There are two prices listed with each trip:

the first amount is the member rate.

Notes

Our mask policy re trips is: Masks are not

required but encouraged. If you have not been

vaccinated or feel more comfortable, please wear a

mask as it may not be possible to social distance on

the bus or in any of the venues.

Welcome back to the world of travel!

Don’t forget, members receive discounts on trips

and senior center classes. The first price listed is the

member price, the second price* is the non-member

price. Please take note if you want to bring friends.

Pricing—member vs. non-member

Tuesday, October 26 $36/$41

Bonus $25—Drawings all day. A minimum of 30

people to receive the bonus! Invite your friends.

Depart: 12PM / Return:6PM

Payment Deadline: October 5

Firekeeper’s Casino - Senior Day

In case you haven’t heard, Carol Ringle has been

injured will be unable to escort trips. She’s doing

well but will be out of the office. We appreciate

your patience and understanding while we all pitch

in to cover. Thank you!

Well Wishes for Carol Ringle

Friday, November 19 $78/$83

“Streisand Songbook” FREE Coffee and Donuts!

Lunch at Red Lobster (on your own)

Depart: 8:30AM / Return: 5:30PM

Payment Deadline: September 6

Detroit Symphony Orchestra—wait list

Tuesday, October 12 $75/$80

Enjoy the Fall Colors as we “Cruze Down the

Grand River in Lansing” Beautiful buffet, Dixie-

land, Euchre

Depart: 9:45AM / Return: 3PM


Lansing Cruise—wait list

“A Christmas Survival Guide” with dinner at the

DIO in December

Coming Soon:

Friday, October 22 $75/$80

Fall is in the air, as we head out to Cornwell’s for a

delicious Homestyle turkey dinner with all the fix-

ings and the “Man in Black—Johnny Cash” Show.

Depart: 10AM / Return: 5:30PM


Cornwell’s Turkeyville—wait list

All trips depart from Target – the bus will arrive ½

hr. before prompt departure. Trips are on a first

come basis, so don’t delay- book early! First price is

member, second price is non-member. No refunds

unless replacement is found.

Please Note:

No

Refunds

Sports


We are looking for a group leader. Do you enjoy

going for bike rides? Are you familiar with bike

safety and minor repairs

if something happens on

a ride? Contact Kim if

interested in leading this

group!

Join us at Hartland Glens for Monday Senior

Scrambles. Join us any Monday! Golf is $20 + $3

for prizes for the 18 hole scramble. Be there

before 8:30am so we can choose teams and play by

8:45am. Any further questions email Melany at

[email protected].

Welcome to indoor play! Cost is $4.00 per visit for

members, $6.00 per visit for non-members. Please

check in at the senior center office when arriving.

Starting in October, we will play the following:

Tuesdays, 11am-2pm

Fridays, 12pm—3pm

*Indoor play available through May

(resumes in the Fall)

**Outdoor drop in play June—October

Pickleball—Ages 50+

Golf Leagues

Ping Pong Anyone?

Hartland Senior Softball League

Caroselli Aquatic Center

Located at Hartland High School on Dunham Rd.

behind Meijer in Hartland. They offer a variety

of open swim times as well as

Arthritis classes and other fun

water based exercise programs.

Call 810-626-2279 for more

information and pricing.

Come play a game of 8 ball—

Due to COVID restrictions,

We are only playing pool on

Mondays / Wednesdays from 9-11am.

Senior Bowling League

We meet on Fridays from 1-4pm at Striking Lanes

in Hartland. This is a non-sanctioned league that

runs through the Fall and Winter.

If you want to join or

sub, contact Richard

at 810-229-1649. Cost is $10.

Biker Gang revival……?

Senior Golf Scrambles

Everyone welcome to join in the fun. All skill

levels invited, paddles and balls provided. Meet us

on Tuesdays and Fridays in the

carpeted room.

Check the calendar for times,

cancellations or changes.

Hopefully we can have a 2021 season.

If you want to get involved,

Contact Chris Kurowski

Email:[email protected]

Billiards

Contact Hartland Glen Golf Course for senior

league information. (248) 887�3777

Local Programs

Did you know you can order a hot lunch to be delivered to the senior center at 11:30am?

*Monthly hot lunch menus are available at the salad bar.

Did you know they also deliver cat and dog food to home bound seniors?

*We collect pet food donations at the center year round, drop off in the office.

Did you know they need lots of volunteers to help pack and / or deliver meals?

*Call the MOW office if you want to get involved volunteering.

Can you or someone you know benefit from receiving meals on wheels?

*Call the MOW office for more details about getting meals delivered.

Livingston County Senior Nutrition / Meals on Wheels 810-632-2155

Let us do the driving! We have our wheelchair lift equipped bus as well as

our Impala sedan. Our drivers are on the road each week Monday—Friday

8am-4pm. We are closed for holidays and severe weather days when schools

are closed. Rates are very affordable at $1.50 each way in the Hartland area

and $3.00 each way to the Brighton or Howell communities. Call us for a ride!! Our

Drivers: Sue & JR

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Hartland Senior

Activity Center

9525 Highland Rd.

Howell, MI 48843

Thank You For Your Support! We couldn’t do it without you!

Funding for our varied and numerous programs is received from sponsors, grants,

donations, and local townships. On behalf of the Advisory Council, staff, volunteers,

members and those receiving services through the Hartland Senior Activity Center,

please accept our heartfelt thanks for your generous support.

Your financial assistance supports our mission and allows our local senior population enjoy

our programs and services such as transportation and resource advocacy. All gifts received

at the center are tax deductible. If you wish make a donation or gift, please send check or

money order to the address above, Attention: Donations.

A special THANK YOU to: Hartland Consolidated Schools, Hartland Township,

Oceola Township, Brighton Township, Tyrone Township, Deerfield Township,

Livingston County United Way, Michigan Department of Transportation and

all our local businesses, community groups and senior center members.

Our Mission is…

To cultivate happy, healthy and independent lifestyles for everyone age 50 and over.

To that end, we provide a broad range of activities and conveniences for our local older adult population. We offer theatre

productions, musical groups, fitness classes, and sports teams in addition to card games, art classes and a great day &

overnight travel program. Lunch is served daily from 11:30am-12:30pm—Come join us!

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