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CITY OF EAST LANSING
PRIME TIME Make the best of the rest of your life
A Quarterly Newsletter for the 55+ Community • 2007 Nationally Accredited • March, April, May 2020
AQUA FITNESS is the one class at Prime Time that meets every day, and participants love the exercise and
workout they get. Check out page 10 to read more about the time and price.
OPEN ART STUDIO IS FOR EVERYONE Join other
creative-minded folks as they work on Prime Time
art class creations or venture into inspired territory
of their own on Tuesdays, 9 a.m. to Noon. The atmo-
sphere is supportive and fun. All are welcome. No
charge for materials if you’re working on a project
that’s part of a class you are currently enrolled in. But
if you are not enrolled in a class, please pay for the
materials or bring your own. (You may pay for scrap
glass per pound or purchase your own supplies at
IT’S ALMOST RUMMAGE SALE TIME That means Delphi.) Due to the generosity of our monthly art
it’s time to scour the basement and garage for items sponsors, we are able to cover the cost of the open
you don’t need any longer. The sale is scheduled for art studio. Going forward, the $3 fee will be waived.
May 28-29, but see page 7 for more details about Enjoy the use of the art lab and camaraderie that it
donating items or volunteering. generates through creative play!
Prime Time’s Mission,
Vision and Values FROM OUR DIRECTOR,
Mission Statement
KELLY ARNDT
To serve as a community focal As I’m writing this message, the New Year is upon us. Where do
point for senior citizens and their we go from here? Judging from the results of our annual satisfaction
families in an atmosphere of survey I would have to say, “more of the same,” (results from the survey
respect, trust, empowerment and are on page 7). We believe in quality of life that comes from move-
ment and engagement. When members can maintain their functional
support.
fitness levels, they are better able to take part in Prime Time programs
Vision Statement and activities, and maintain independence, and overall well-being.
That’s what we want for our members. And as we propose new reso-
A professional organization lutions for 2020, let’s reject the status quo and embark on a fresh path
committed to both advocating for to set thoughtful wellness goals for ourselves. What you think about —
and contributing to the health, you bring about. Here’s to a year of wellness in 2020!
enrichment, social and supportive As many of you know, 2020 is the year of the census! Did you know
service needs of East Lansing for each resident counted the city receives $1,800? That’s why it is so
residents age 55 and older. important that everyone be counted. If you know of someone in your
neighborhood who could use help filling out the census, we have
Value Statement volunteers ready and able to assist in this capacity. Just give us a call at
517-337-1113!
We value diversity, and will
strengthen and support the
integration of older people into
the life of our community.
NEWS FROM THE FRIENDS
The Board of the Friends thanks all the donors for
We value independence, and will the outstanding fundraising drive in 2019 raising over
serve as a community focal point $19,000. We’re encouraged that seniors want to support
assuring access to a comprehensive the Prime Time Senior Program and want to see it con-
array of supportive services. tinue and grow. They have enjoyed the many programs,
made new friends and learned new skills. It’s not too late
We value good health, and to make a donation. Make checks to The Friends, P.O.
will offer health and wellness Box 261, East Lansing 48826. An acknowledgment list of
opportunities that will encourage donors will appear in the next newsletter.
healthy lifestyle behaviors and
discourage disability and disease.
We value customer service, and
will serve our clients and those
Recycle! East Lansing is May 30
who help us to serve our clients, Give yourself the gift of declut- those accessing this service. All items
with respect, sensitivity and tering and take full advantage of the should be curbside for pick-up. Visit
confidentiality. annual Recycle! East Lansing event http://www.cityofeastlansing.com/
scheduled for May 30, 8 a.m. to 3 recycleEL for a list of items accept-
We value education, and will p.m. at 1400-1500 Abbot Road. ed, those not accepted and those
provide life-long learning Curbside pick-up of recyclable with a fee.
opportunities that will meet items is available for seniors by calling BWL residential electric customers
the needs and interests of our us at 517-337-1113 on or before that recycle a working room air con-
community’s retirees. May 27. No exceptions. Friends of ditioner or dehumidifier will receive
East Lansing Seniors have graciously a $25 rebate. Limit two of each per
agreed to cover the $15.00 fee for household.
2 Spring • Prime Time Seniors Program • 819 Abbot Road • East Lansing, MI 48823 • 517-337-1113 • www.ELPrimeTime.com
PRIME TIME NEWS
Get Ready for the
‘Commit to be Fit’
Fitness Challenge 2020
PRIME TIME
Ann Cool (left) and Ann Rush (right) start Donna Costantino is the
COMMIT
in on a puzzle in the lounge. Prime Time librarian. TO BE FIT
Visit our library, check out a book or a puzzle
Looking for a good book? Why not check one out at the Prime Time library?
Located in the lounge, the library boasts a pretty good selection, and it’s easy to sign
Prime Time is planning a 10-week
one out. Librarian Donna Costantino (above right), encourages you to take your team fitness challenge starting in
time, but bring it back eventually. Also available for check out are puzzles, a service September. Watch the summer
started by Ann Rush. In addition, feel free to donate books (no nonfiction, only fic- newsletter for more details and
tion and no small print) and puzzles (all of the pieces intact, please) by placing them be ready to sign up! Space will be
on top of the shelves. Please put puzzle pieces in a plastic zip locked bag inside the limited.
puzzle box to avoid losing any loose pieces. We all know how upsetting that can be.
Scholarships available
Prime Time has scholarships avail- WELCOME, NEW MEMBERS!
able right now to individuals who
have an annual household income
of $36,750 or below. The funds are
We welcome our new members, and we’re glad
ready to be dispersed. Please help us you’re here. Please say hello to these nice folks when
spend them. See Terrie in the Prime you get a chance.
Time office.
Janet Abramson Kathy Fore Emma Reardon
Jamie Allman Gail Ganakas Mary Ross
SPRING DONATIONS Patricia Babcock Beanie Gottschalck Margarita Sanchez
Joyce Banish Karl Gude Mary Savage
William C. Broadway Jean Brown Steve Hayes John Schoepke
Barbara Burns-Briggs Richard Hill-Rowley Betty Schoepke
Carol Brownell
Ginger Carrigan Antoinette Hornberger JoAnn Smith
Joe and Gloria Caruso Darlene Chambers Barbara Koziol Kay Toben
Ruth Chapman Raymond Kremsreiter Gary Tyler
Nell M. Kuhnmuench Janice Child Patricia Lokey Peter Usher
Jeffrey Collar Mary Ann Martin Carol Viventi
Alice Martin Sandra Comstock Scott McRee Charlan Washington
Charlene Vogan Tom Doyle Susanne Melms Oliver Washington
Jane Emery Karen Quinn Marilyn Wilson
Barb Zynda D. Craig Finger Gary Quinn
Spring • Prime Time Seniors Program • 819 Abbot Road • East Lansing, MI 48823 • 517-337-1113 • www.ELPrimeTime.com 3
PRIME TIME NEWS
Prime Time receives high marks in survey
P
rime Time survey participants Respondents gave the Hannah
overwhelmingly said they are Community Center, which houses Comments from
PT Survey
very satisfied or satisfied with Prime Time, a good grade — nearly
the Prime Time Seniors Program in 97% — for being clean and well-main-
general in a survey emailed out in tained. But parking is an issue. Only
All of the classes and events I
October. 25% said they always are able to find
have attended at Prime Time
Nearly 84% reported being pleased adequate parking, while 64% said they
have been helpful and the
with the Prime Time Seniors Program could usually find a spot.
people on the staff and everyone
and shared numerous reasons why. We asked participants to rank the
I have met have been welcoming
We’ve reprinted some of the com- services provided by Prime Time, and
and fun to be with. It is a great
ments to the right. answers were all over the board. This
organization.
The survey of seven questions was is likely because not all participants
constructed to assess how participants have used all of the services, but that I am a member because it is a
feel about various aspects of Prime was to be expected. Most important, great program for many reasons.
Time, including overall satisfaction, according to the survey, is “informa- I cannot list all the reasons here,
programming areas survey partic- tion referral,” which received 24%, fol- but let me just say that for me it
ipants would like to see expanded, lowed by the “Medicare and Medicaid has been educational, enriching
customer service, the facilities, ser- informational sessions” with 22%. and FUN.
vices provided and communication Nearly 98% get their information
methods used to learn about goings about Prime Time through the news- There are a lot of varied
on at Prime Time. letter, and 43% listed the Prime Time activities to participate in which
Of the areas participants would like Website as a source of information as I appreciate and am able to pick
to see expanded, 60.5% said they’d well. Word of mouth came in at 37%, what interests me. I am always
like to see more educational offerings, which was a nice surprise. Facebook impressed by how helpful and
and 50% said more fitness classes only received 8%, which Prime Time welcoming everyone is. Being at
would be ideal. would love to see elevated since staff Prime Time always gives me a
Staffing received high marks with add posts nearly every day. good feeling when I take part in
nearly 100% saying they are always or Thank you to everyone who par- any activity.
usually greeted promptly when they ticipated in the survey. We value and It’s my second home away
enter the office. Nearly 94% feel their appreciate your feedback and will con- from home.
needs have been addressed when they tinue to work toward strengthening
have questions or seek assistance. Prime Time.
You’re invited to a sock hop on March 21
Where were you in ’62? Probably hanging out sing Educational Foundation (ELEF) with punch and
on a weekend in the school gym listening and cookies as well in the Prime Time space across from
dancing to your favorite music from the day. Come the gym. WFMK afternoon radio personality John
to the Hannah Community Center gym from Robinson will spin the hits we remember from the
3-5 p.m. on Saturday, March 21, for this re-creation late 50s and into the mid 60s for your listening and
of the music and memories from those simpler dancing enjoyment.
times. You may have been at a Sock Hop at Hannah when it Special thanks to our main Sock Hop sponsor, Indepen-
was East Lansing High School until the late 50s and then East dence Village of East Lansing. Our honorary event chair-
Lansing Junior High School. persons are Beth and Al Cafagna and Mary Anne and John
This is a free community event presented by the East Lan- Larzelere. And remember, the dress code is casual but neat!
4 Spring • Prime Time Seniors Program • 819 Abbot Road • East Lansing, MI 48823 • 517-337-1113 • www.ELPrimeTime.com
SERVICES FOR SENIORS
Prime Time Solo News & Updates Foot care scheduled
for winter quarter
What is Prime Time Solo? We are grateful to the LCC nursing
Prime Time SOLO is a social group for widows, widowers, those who students for providing quality foot
are divorced and any single seniors. There is no fee to join the group. care to our community. There is a $25
Members meet once a month for charge for this service. The nursing
lunch and often on Friday evenings students will soak your feet, give a re-
for dinner and an activity. SOLO laxing foot massage
provides a safe social environment for and cut your toe
members to get together, have fun, nails. Two clinics
and engage in conversations. It is also are planned:
a place to find a supportive listening ear for those who have suffered a loss. Friday, March
20, and Friday,
What programs does SOLO offer? April 17. The
■ Monthly luncheons on the last Monday of the month at 1 p.m. at Coral time is 1:30–3:30
Gables. To attend, email Ann Cool at acool@cityofeastlansing.com by the p.m. (Last appointment is at 3:15 p.m.)
Friday before the Monday luncheon. Please call 517-337-1113 to schedule
■ A series of Fall Workshops to offer support and discuss issues surround-
your appointment.
ing bereavement.
■ An annual one-day spring retreat to help with healing for those who
have experienced the loss of a loved one. Friday Tech Labs
■ Social events throughout the year.
The tech labs will meet each Friday
Members are encouraged to offer their own suggestions for activities afternoon from 1–3 p.m. in the
that the group can participate in. computer lab. Please call ahead to let
Many SOLO participants are also members of Prime Time and take the office know you are planning to
part in the many programs Prime Time offers. attend. Three MSU student groups,
Spartans Rebuilding Michigan,
How do I get involved? Spartan Ambassadors and Phi Sigma
To learn more about this group and to get information about how to Theta, are helping this year, along
get involved, contact Ann Cool by email at acool@cityofeastlansing.com. with Llewellyn Drong, who covers
You can also visit the Solo facebook page and “like” them at fb.me/Prime- the lab during university breaks.
TimeSolo.
Senior Ambassador Program seeks to enhance seniors’ well being
Do you feel isolated? Do you wish you had more of a The goal is to have college students interact with seniors
connection with others in your community? and engage in conversations and other activities that will
Prime Time and AgeAlive, a Michigan State University benefit both the senior and the college student.
unit dedicated to advancing wellbeing and quality of life If you want to form a new friendship, feel more engaged
throughout life, might be able to help. in the life of the community, and give students the benefit
We have been asked by AgeAlive to offer Prime Time of your knowledge, this program might be right for you.
participants the opportunity to take part in a brand new With questions and to sign up for the Senior Ambas-
program called the Senior Ambassador Program. The pro- sador Program, contact Ann Cool, East Lansing’s Prime
gram seeks to reduce loneliness and improve the quality of Time Volunteer Coordinator, at 517-337-1113 or acool@
life of seniors living in our community. cityofeastlansing.com.
Spring • Prime Time Seniors Program • 819 Abbot Road • East Lansing, MI 48823 • 517-337-1113 • www.ELPrimeTime.com 5
VOLUNTEER
The Art of Healing Retreat:
Helping Women After the Loss of a Loved One
Period volunteers
"The loss of a loved one is life's most stressful event."
- From the National Mental Health Association
Monday, May 4, 2020, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Check in is at 8:30 a.m. Retreat Cost: $50.00
Includes Lunch and Materials
Wednesdays
Note: Location to be determined
March 18, April 15, May 20
Noon – 3 p.m., Art Studio
Keynote Speaker
Once a month for 3 hours, the June Castonguay is a Licensed Professional Counselor
Prime Time Art Studio is set up as a and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. She practices
volunteer workspace to create materials at Spring Forest Counseling in her hometown of Okemos,
for the local nonprofit, Helping Wom- Michigan. June was widowed at the age of 46, and in the
en Period, a group that distributes five subsequent years experienced the death of three
bladder control products and dispos- siblings and her mother. Her goal is to help individuals
able menstrual products to homeless understand and process their grief in a safe and supportive
women and girls in the Greater Lan- environment.
sing area. Sewers and non-sewers alike
are welcome to help construct small Topics Addressed in the Morning Session
bags later filled with products to be Grief is a very personal ongoing experience. Whether your
distributed at over 100 local charities. loss was recent or years ago, you have the right to grieve in a
Some sewing machines will be provid- supportive and non-judgmental environment — your way and
ed, but feel free to bring your own. And in your time. The goal of this workshop is not to help you “get
what a wonderful way to use your extra over” your loss, but to develop healthy strategies for moving
fabric, buttons and ribbon! Menstrual forward while incorporating your loss into your life. You will
and bladder control supplies are always have the opportunity to foster meaningful connections with
welcome, too. See www.helpingwom- other individuals on a similar journey during small group
enperiod.org for more information. activities.
Come for awhile or stay the whole
time. You can make a difference! Afternoon breakout sessions help you experience ways to
relieve the stress suffered by the loss of a loved one and
calm your body and mind.
Questions?
Contact Ann Cool at the Prime Time
office at 517-337-1113 or email her at
acool@cityofeastlansing.com
fb.me/PrimeTimeSolo
Chris Wright is a frequent volunteer
with Helping Women Period.
6 Spring • Prime Time Seniors Program • 819 Abbot Road • East Lansing, MI 48823 • 517-337-1113 • www.ELPrimeTime.com
RUMMAGE SALE
Rummage sale set for May 28-29
P Yes, we accept
rime Time will host its pop-
these items
ular rummage sale at the East
Lansing Hannah Community
Center on Thursday, May 28, from linens
9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and on Friday, jewelry
May 29, from 9 a.m. to noon. This
antiques
sale happens every other year, so
remind your friends and family and collectibles
don’t miss out! All proceeds benefit dishes
the Prime Time operating budget. tools
We will need lots of donations!
baby equipment
On May 26 and 27, we will accept
donations of linens, jewelry, an- games & puzzles
tiques, collectibles, dishes, tools, craft supplies
baby equipment, games, puzzles, DVD & VCR tapes
craft supplies, DVDs and VCR
small pieces of furniture
tapes, small pieces of furniture, Barb Zynda and Shirley Hanna
etc., in good condition. Donation find something they like at the
receipts are available upon request. 2018 rummage sale, while Nancy
(Prime Time representatives reserve Seebeck works on the display.
the right to turn down donations No, we don’t accept
these items
that do not comply with our stan-
dards.)
Unfortunately, we cannot accept books
books, clothing, shoes, computers, clothing
printers, DVD and VCR equipment,
shoes
encyclopedias, stereo equipment and
speakers, typewriters, magazines, computers
suitcases, golf clubs, ski equipment printers
or large pieces of furniture. If you DVD & VCR equipment
are considering making a donation
encyclopedias
and have questions about whether
or not we will accept an item, please The rummage sale is a great time stereo equipment & speakers
call Prime Time’s office at 517-337- to catch up with friends. Penny typewriters
1113 ahead of time. Grahan-Yooll and Marie Buxton magazines
Volunteers are needed! If you get a chance to do just that.
would like to volunteer to help set suitcases
up, mark items, work as a cashier, great people! golf clubs
oversee a room during the sale or Please note: Classes and activities ski equipment
clean up, please call 517-337-1113 held in rooms 140, 142, the Prime large pieces of furniture
or talk to our volunteer coordinator, Time Lounge and the Conference
Ann Cool. It’s always a fun time. Room will not meet the week of the
You’ll find good bargains and meet rummage sale.
Spring • Prime Time Seniors Program • 819 Abbot Road • East Lansing, MI 48823 • 517-337-1113 • www.ELPrimeTime.com 7
SPRING CLASSES
M=Members NM=Non-Members All classes need a minimum of five participants. Please enroll & pay at least seven days prior to the first class.
A Prime Time favorite is back! Join
Life Stories: Writing Beginning Birding veteran birder and Michigan Audu-
Tuesdays, May 5-26, 9-10:30 a.m.
Your Memoirs Cost: $25 (M) $30 (NM)
bon Society member Richard Yarse-
vich as you venture into the field for
Fridays, March 27–May 15 this beginning birding class. Learn
Morning Session: about field identification, lifestyles
10:30 a.m.—12:15 p.m. and ecology of local birds first hand
Afternoon Session: The sessions will meet in the park-
1:00–2:45 p.m. ing lot at Abbot Road Park. Please
Cost: $76 (M) , $81 (NM) note, though the trails of the park
Through this much-loved participato- are paved, there will be a good deal
ry class, you’ll shape your memories of standing and walking in this class.
ADDING A into stories and get Please plan accordingly! Class will
NEW SESSION! the support of others meet rain or shine.
NEW TIME! working on their own Instructor: Richard Yarsevich
memoirs. Have fun while accom-
plishing something important. Note:
Potluck and Special Plenary Session
(morning + afternoon) on May 15,
Noon–3:30 p.m. Maximum 12.
Instructor: Nancy Seubert
Estate Planning
Seminar with
Theodore Hughes
Monday, April 20
10 a.m.-12 p.m., Recital Room
Cost: $5 (M), $10 (NM)
Back by popular demand, this
seminar will introduce attendees
to estate planning and its goals:
wills, living trusts, probate court
administration of decedents’
estates, techniques used to avoid
Current Events
probate, using powers of attorney Wednesdays, 1–2:45 p.m., Room 142, Drop-in cost: $2 (M), $3 (NM)
to plan for disability, writing a letter
Keep up with local, national and world-wide news, including the economy,
of instruction to survivors and how
sports, politics and the arts.
to get started with preparing an
estate plan. Presenter Theodore • Your views are important. All points of view are considered. Bring us
E. Hughes, Michigan Assistant your own topics.
Attorney General for Law (Ret.), is a
• We are a “learning center”!
graduate of the Detroit College of
Law and has practiced in the area of • Our discussions are lively and courteous.
estate planning.
• We bring a variety of backgrounds and perspectives to the group.
Facilitator: Theodore Hughes
• Your viewpoints are welcome. Join us!
8 Spring • Prime Time Seniors Program • 819 Abbot Road • East Lansing, MI 48823 • 517-337-1113 • www.ELPrimeTime.com
SPRING CLASSES
M=Members NM=Non-Members All classes need a minimum of five participants. Please enroll & pay at least seven days prior to the first class.
Technology with Michelle
Session I: Google Drive
Monday, March 23, 11 a.m.-Noon, Lounge
Cost: $15 (M), $20 (NM)
Intro to Italian Google Drive offers you the ability to create word
Conversation processing files, spreadsheets, presentations, and
other documents similar to Microsoft Office, but
Fridays, March 6–April 10 for free. Google Drive also offers users the ability
1:30–3:30 p.m. to store files on their servers, synchronize files
Conference Room across devices and share files up to 15 gigabytes
Cost: $60 (M), $65 (NM) for free. This allows for easy storage of photos,
In this practical and fun stories, designs, drawings, recordings, videos and more. Join
approach to learning a new Michelle for an introduction to just how helpful this can be for your tech-
language, learn how to start nology needs. Five Chromebooks will be available for use in the class.
little conversations in Italian. Otherwise, bring your own. Please let the office know if you plan to use
Subjects include greetings, one of our Chromebooks. Maximum 10.
clothing, the alphabet,
counting, the days of the week
Session II: LinkedIn
and more. No purchase of
materials is required, but please Monday, April 20, 11 a.m.-Noon, Lounge
bring lined paper and a pen. Cost: $15 (M), $20 (NM)
Teacher Giorgio Burigana is an LinkedIn allows members to create profiles and “connections” to each oth-
Italian national born in Venice. er in an online social network, representing real-world professional and
Maximum 10. social relationships. This workshop will provide you with the knowledge
Instructor: Giorgio Burigana and tools necessary to create, maintain, and update a profile on Linke-
dIn, as well and be able to navigate the professional social networking
Continuing Italian site. Attendees should bring a laptop computer or borrow one from the
Prime Time office. Please let the office know if you plan to use one of our
Conversation Chromebooks. Maximum 10.
Fridays, April 17–May 22 Michelle L. Malkin is a self-taught “techie” with many years of teaching
1:30–3:30 p.m. experience. She is currently a PhD candidate at MSU.
Conference Room
Cost: $60 (M), $65 (NM)
Maybe this is the next step to a
trip to Italy! The continuing pro- Poster Presentation & Music Performance
gram will be set around more Friday, March 20, 1–3 p.m.
specific subjects including 1) At Room 142, Cost: FREE, but please register
the restaurant/bar 2) Traveling: The MSU Social Science Scholars, a small group of motivated
taxi, train, plane 3) Shopping 4) undergraduates have been working on research projects
Being out and about. No pur-
NEW! for the last two years and want to share their findings.
chase of materials is required, They have all put together posters describing their
but please bring lined paper research and will have them displayed for you. We
and a pen. Teacher Giorgio warmly invite you to come and see their work, talk informally with
Burigana is an Italian national them, and provide feedback. You’ll also be treated to the sounds of
born in Venice. Maximum 10. some talented string musicians. We hope to see you there!
Instructor: Giorgio Burigana
Spring • Prime Time Seniors Program • 819 Abbot Road • East Lansing, MI 48823 • 517-337-1113 • www.ELPrimeTime.com 9
HEALTH & FITNESS CLASSES
M=Members NM=Non-Members All classes need a minimum of five participants. Please enroll & pay at least seven days prior to the first class.
Aqua Fitness Stretch, Flex & Line Dancing
Monday–Friday, 10:30–11:30 a.m. Balance I Wednesdays, 1–2 p.m.
Fun for all fitness levels, whether you Thursdays, 10:45–11:45 a.m. Join line dancing for fun, exercise,
want to strengthen your muscles, Improve posture, balance and and staying involved in a social
recuperate from an injury or move in flexibility! This class is for beginners activity. No partner needed. No
a fun, friendly environment. Exercising but will challenge all fitness levels experience needed. Instructor:
in the water will help your flexibility, using chair exercises. Maximum 24. Yvonne Curtis-Major
agility, balance and core. You’ll have AFAA Certified Instructor: Julie Dillon
a great workout, and you don’t even DATES MEM NON MEM SIGN UP BY
have to get your face or hair wet! No DATES MEM NON MEM SIGN UP BY 1 3/4–25 $20 $25 2/26
need to sign up ahead of time. 1 3/5–26 $20 $25 2/27 2 4/1–29 $25 $30 3/25
Water Art Certified Instructors: Amy 2 4/2–30 $25 $30 3/26 3 5/6–27 $20 $25 4/29
Convey, Carolyn Haines & Fran Loose
3 5/7–21* $15 $20 4/30
DATES MEM NON MEM
*No class 5/28
1 3/2–31 $6.50 $11.50
Zumba
2 4/1–30 $6.50 $11.50 Stretch, Flex & Fridays, 10–11 a.m.
3 5/1–29* $6.50 $11.50
The costs listed above are per class. Members
Balance II Zumba — the perfect combination of
Tuesdays, 10:45–11:45 a.m. fun, movement and music designed
may purchase a full or partial punch card.
just for you. We take the “work” out
*No class 5/25
This more challenging class is for
of workout. Come join the fun! Max-
those who have taken Stretch, Flex
imum 29.
& Balance I. Maximum 24.
AFAA Certified Instructor: Julie Dillon
Tai Chi Yang Style 24
DATES MEM NON MEM SIGN UP BY
DATES MEM NON MEM SIGN UP BY 1 3/6–27 $24 $29 2/28
Tuesdays, 1–2 p.m.
1 3/3–31 $25 $30 2/25 2 4/3–24 $24 $29 3/27
Tai Chi is a series of continuous, 3 5/1–29 $30 $35 5/24
2 4/7–28 $20 $25 3/31
connected movements sometimes
called a moving meditation. It is 3 5/5-19* $15 $20 4/28
relaxing and invigorating at the *No class 5/26
same time. Tai Chi strengthens
muscles, builds bone
NEW DAY!
density, reduces
cholesterol, lowers blood pressure
and more. It develops balance,
focus and control, which will benefit
you mentally as well as physically.
See Harvard Medical School Guide
to Tai Chi by Wayne and Fuerst. Feel
free to come in 15 minutes before
class to ask questions or warm up.
Maximum 15.
Instructor: Linda Peet
DATES MEM NON MEM SIGN UP BY
1 3/3–31 $25 $30 2/25
2 4/7–28 $20 $25 3/31
3 5/5–19* $15 $20 4/28
Stretch, Flex & Balance
*No class 5/26
10 Spring • Prime Time Seniors Program • 819 Abbot Road • East Lansing, MI 48823 • 517-337-1113 • www.ELPrimeTime.comHEALTH & FITNESS CLASSES
M=Members NM=Non-Members All classes need a minimum of five participants. Please enroll & pay at least seven days prior to the first class.
Adaptive Yoga
Enjoy gaining strength while also
gaining flexibility by performing
standard Yoga poses sitting in a
chair or standing. Breathing will be
an important part of the class as we
warm up, work on gentle stretches,
challenge our balance and strength Pickleball
and go to deeper stretches. All lev-
els welcome.
Please note: You can only go to the class
on the day/time you sign up and pay for.
Wild Walkers Club Pickleball
Thursdays, 9:45–10:45 a.m. Pickleball is played on a modified
AFAA Certified Instructor: Amy Convey
Join instructor Julie as she leads court with a paddle and whiffle ball.
participants through an indoors We are a slower paced, noncompet-
Mondays (9–10 a.m.) (and sometimes outdoors) walking itive, recreational alternative. Our
Rm 142, Maximum 16 course at the community center. emphasis is working on skills and
DATES MEM NON MEM SIGN UP BY Learn warm up and cool down having fun — not winning. Come join
1 3/2–30 $25 $30 2/24 stretches along with balance us and try it out.
exercises you can add to your home Please note: You can only go to the class
2 4/6–27 $20 $25 3/30
walking practice. All levels welcome. on the day/time you sign up and pay for.
3 5/4–18* $15 $20 4/27
No need to sign up ahead of time.
*No class 5/25 AFAA Certified Instructor: Julie Dillon Mondays (3:15–4:30 p.m.)
DATES COST DATES MEM NON MEM SIGN UP BY
Mondays (10:15–11:15 a.m.) 1 3/5–26 $2.50 The costs 1 3/2–30 $12.50 $17.50 2/24
Dance Studio, Maximum 29 2 4/2–30 $2.50
listed are 2 4/6–27 $10 $15 3/30
DATES MEM NON MEM SIGN UP BY per class. 3 5/4–18* $7.50 $12.50 4/27
3 5/7–28 $2.50
1 3/2–30 $25 $30 2/24 *No class 5/25
2 4/6–27 $20 $25 3/30
3 5/4–18* $15 $20 4/27 Tuesdays (12:30–4 p.m.)
Active Senior Exercise DATES MEM NON MEM SIGN UP BY
*No class 5/25 1 3/3–31 2/25
Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays $12.50 $17.50
9:15–10:15 a.m. 2 4/7–28 $10 $15 3/31
Thursdays (9–10 a.m.)
Cardio, yoga, pilates, balance 3 5/5–26 $10 $15 4/28
Rm 142, Maximum 16
and resistance training are in
DATES MEM NON MEM SIGN UP BY
this popular class! All equipment
1 3/5–26 $20 $25 2/27
provided. No need to sign up Wednesdays (3:15–4:30 p.m.)
2 4/2–30 $25 $30 3/26 ahead of time. DATES MEM NON MEM SIGN UP BY
3 5/7–21* $15 $20 4/30 AFAA Certified Instructors: Amy 1 3/4–25 $10 $15 2/26
*No class 5/28 Convey, Carolyn Haines & Bill Wiseman 2 4/1–29 $12.50 $17.50 3/25
DATES MEM NON MEM 3 5/6–27 $10 $15 4/29
1 3/2–30 $5.50 $10.50
PLEASE NOTE: Classes and 2 4/1–29 $5.50 $10.50 Thursdays (12:30–2 p.m.)
activities held in rooms 140, 142,
3 5/1–29* $5.50 $10.50 DATES MEM NON MEM SIGN UP BY
the lounge and the conference 1 3/5–26 $10 $15 2/27
.
The costs listed above are per class. Members
room will not meet the week of the 2 4/2–30 $12.50 $17.50 3/26
may purchase a full or partial punch card.
rummage sale, May 25-29.
*No class 5/25 3 5/7–28 $10 $15
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Thank you to our winter Art Studio sponsors:
Carol Brownell and Alice Martin
Each month, a business, organization or individual generously donates $250 to help
us keep the Art Studio’s supply costs down and tuition costs at a minimum. This way,
everyone who would like to participate has the opportunity to do so. Scholarships are
also available.
Please note that we may need to cancel a class if there are not five participants enrolled.
Please enroll and pay no later than a week before the first class starts.
Prime Time Art Studio, Room 140, is a place where creativity and socialization flourish!
All classes on these two pages are offered in the Art Studio.
The price of the course includes supplies unless otherwise noted in each write-up below.
M=Members NM=Non-Members
Gnarled Tree Anyone Can Paint!
Tuesdays, Mar. 17 & 24 Friday, May 8, 1-3 p.m. Drawing 2
1–2:30 p.m. Cost: $30 (M), $35 (NM) Mondays, March 23–April 13
Cost: $30 (M), $35 (NM) Back by popular demand! Join 1-2:30 p.m.
You’ll love this technique that can award-winning and former TV artist Cost: $60 (M), $65 (NM)
make anyone look accomplished. It’s Steve Wood as he combines painting If you are interested in pushing
a fun project and while it has some tips and techniques. Using humor yourself to grow as an artist,
drying time, it is surprisingly easy to and encouragement, he provides a then welcome! In this class, we
make. Maximum 6. relaxing and enjoyable experience for will be furthering techniques
Instructor: Donna Graves. beginning and intermediate painters. learned in Beginning Drawing
By the end of the two hour class, you as well as learning new and
will leave with a completed 11 X 14
Knotted Linen Necklace acrylic painting! Maximum 12.
more complicated techniques.
We will explore new avenues of
Tuesday, April 21 Instructor: Steve Wood expression though the majority
1–2:30 p.m. of work will still focus on direct
Cost: $24 (M), $29 (NM)
Wire Sculpture observation. Experimental
techniques and concepts will also
This necklace is as pretty as it is
artistic. Bead kit is included with a Mondays, April 20-May 11 be addressed. More emphasis
color selection. Learn a technique 1-2:30 p.m. will be placed on creating
that you can carry forward using a Cost: $60 (M), $65 (NM) complex, sustained artworks
variety of materials. Maximum 6. Like sculpting with wire, “Imagination by utilizing design principles
Instructor: Donna Graves allows you to bend the rules of the (balance, unity, etc.) and self-
temporal world.” (Amy Sherald). This analysis. Remember, it’s more
course is a basic exploration of wire about effort and participation,
sculptural concepts and technical not skill level. I would love to
processes using various materials to see you continue to further your
translate ideas into three-dimensional artistic skills by taking Drawing 2.
form. We will explore the use of Let’s set a good example to the
media and materials, extend three Drawing 1 class so they can see
dimensional thinking by means of what hard work can create! Ask
additive, subtractive, and construction for supply list when you sign up.
approaches to sculpture, and broaden Maximum 12.
the understanding and appreciation Instructor: Richard Tanner
Knotted Linen Necklace of contemporary sculpture. Ask
for supply list when you sign up.
Maximum 12.
Instructor: Richard Tanner
12 Spring • Prime Time Seniors Program • 819 Abbot Road • East Lansing, MI 48823 • 517-337-1113 • www.ELPrimeTime.comART CLASSES
Cattleya Orchids Carving for Fun Fairy Doors
in Watercolor Thursdays, 10 a.m.–Noon
Wood carving is made accessible
Fridays, May 8-May 22,
Thursdays, March 12–26, 1–4 p.m. 10 a.m.- 12 p.m.
and fun in this class where popular Cost: $20 (M), $25 (NM)
Cost: $ (M), $6 (NM) instructor, Fred Erbisch, starts
Drawing from photos, we will capture you off with basic shapes already Fairy doors can be found in many
the regal beauty of the cattleyas with formed. The Session I project will locations, but usually are set into the
a free flowing background. $5 supply be a relief carving of your choice base of a tree. I have a fairy door in
fee to instructor. Maximum 12. of a mermaid or dove, Session II a hallway in my home. It matches
will be an in-the-round piece titled my décor and is a magnet for any
Instructor: Carolyn Donahue
a “fish in a fish in a fish” and the youngster. Some parents use fairy
last session, Session III, will feature doors to stimulate their children’s
Apples in Watercolor letter openers with your choice of a imaginations and prompt creative
Thursdays, April 9–23, 1–4 p.m. beaver or unicorn. All skill levels are thinking, describing the fairies as
welcome and all tools and materials creatures that use their magical
Cost: $ (M), $6 (NM)
will be provided. Maximum 12. powers to protect children from bad
This project calls for a unique tech- dreams, grant their wishes if they are
nstructor: Fred Erbisch
nique that will create a lot of “happy well-behaved, and replace lost teeth
accidents”. We will draw, transfer, DATES MEM NON MEM SIGN UP BY with small rewards. Start your story
then throw in all the color at once. 1 3/12–26 $24.50 $29.50 3/7 by handcrafting your own mosaic
This “negative painting” will draw out 2 4/9–23 $24.50 $29.50 4/2 fairy door with special trinkets or
the subject in the foreground. $5 sup- pieces you may like to incorporate
3 5/7–21 $24.50 $29.50 4/30
ply fee to instructor. Maximum 12. into your mosaic design. This class
Instructor: Carolyn Donahue will have available glass, tiles, and
ceramic pieces, along with adhesive
Rhythmic Bands glue and mortar that will make your
Flamingo Collage Fridays, April 17 & 24, design truly original! Maximum 6.
10 a.m. –12 p.m. Instructor: Kelly Arndt
on Canvas Cost: $50 (M), $55 (NM)
Thursdays, May 7–21, 1–4 p.m.
Perfect for narrow spaces, these
Cost: $ (M), $6 (NM)
serene sculptures are a dance of
Try your hand using this approach opaque, translucent, and iridescent
with background on canvas that will fused glass. Any color combination
be ready to hang when finished. We may be used to fit within your
will color our own papers with the col- décor. The dimensions are 21 inches
ors of our choosing, then have a ball high by 2 inches wide. Some basic
assembling it. $5 supplies fee paid to glass cutting techniques will be
instructor. Maximum 12. taught and used. Some examples
Instructor: Carolyn Donahue are displayed in the art studio. Class
participants will make two bands
in this class. Participants must be
Are you a carpenter? able to cut glass on their own or
We are looking for be willing to learn how to do so.
someone to help Maximum 6.
create space in our Instructor: Kelly Arndt
fitness equipment
room. Please con-
tact Carolyn Haines
at 517-337-1113 or
chaines@cityofeastlansing.com if you
can help us with this project. Fairy Doors
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M=Members NM=Non-Members All classes need a minimum of five participants. Please enroll & pay at least seven days prior to the first class.
Behind the Scenes
Beginner Meditation Featuring the MSU Department of Theatre Production Directors, Faculty & Students
Fridays, May 1–22
1–2:15 p.m., Room 144 Marian, or the True Tale of Robin Hood, by Adam Szymkowicz
$60 (M), $65 (NM) Thursdays, April 9 and 23, 3-5 p.m., Conference Room
Cost: $40 (M), $45 (NM)
Have you ever wondered what
(Cost includes a digital copy of the script and a show ticket!)
meditation is and how it works?
Have you ever wanted to try it? Attention all theatre lovers! Don’t miss this unique opportunity to learn more
Popular instructor, Kurt Scholler, about MSU Department of Theatre productions. Join this group at East Lan-
will introduce a variety of tech- sing Hannah Community Center. Each “Behind the Scenes” event has three
niques and provide plenty of sessions. Classes are scheduled for two hours.
time to practice together and talk
about your experiences. The pur- ■ First class (April 9): An open discussion of the play and related historical
pose of the class is to introduce context will be led by MSU faculty or a community expert.
you to meditation techniques ■ The play: The Behind the Scenes package includes a ticket to the produc-
so you can practice at home or tion at MSU on the day and time of your choosing.
wherever you are. Techniques
■ Second class (April 23): The second class will feature a post-performance
come from a variety of medita-
“talk back” with team members involved in the production.
tive traditions and are taught in a
non-denominational way, using The classes will be led by a combination of MSU Department of Theatre fac-
ulty, production collaborators and Friends of MSU Theatre board members.
everyday language. There are lots
Participants will then have the option of attending a performance on campus
of reasons to participate: maybe on date of their choice. Reading of the script is optional.
you want to re-invent yourself in
retirement and be open to new Play run: April 10–19 (See http://theatre.msu.edu/marian for exact dates and
experiences; or maybe you would times) Play is performed in the Passant Theatre.
like to experience more self-love
and acceptance as your body Join us for a gender-bending, patriarchy-smashing, hilarious new take on the
classic tale of Robin Hood! Marian explores the cost of revealing your true self
ages; or you are fed up with neg- in a time of trouble.
ative thinking and just want a little
peace and quiet. All those are Facilitators: Carol Bryson, Sam Austin and Joan Mattson. Deadline to enroll is one
great reasons to learn meditation. week before start of class. Maximum 25.
So come join us! Maximum 20.
Facilitator: Kurt Scholler
Death Cafe
Tuesdays, March 10, April 14 & May 12, 1–2:30 p.m., Lounge
“I have now been meditating Cost: $2 per session donation for drinks and snacks
for two years after taking Speaking casually about death is taboo in many cultures, but death is part of
Kurt’s class at Prime Time. I can life, and when we talk about it, we help normalize it. Normalizing death helps us
honestly say that I am more better prepare for it. You can’t prepare for something
relaxed, peaceful and feel you don’t acknowledge. By having conversations about
optimism for the future. Kurt’s death, you can help others feel more comfortable about
style of teaching meditation death, too, so it’s not viewed as something morbid, but
in a non-denominational way something absolutely worth talking about.
using everyday language “At a Death Cafe people, often strangers, gather to
made it possible for me to eat cake, drink tea and discuss death. Our objective is
learn and then use this in my ‘to increase awareness of death with a view to helping
people make the most of their (finite) lives’. A Death Cafe
life. I’m very grateful as I feel
is a group directed discussion of death with no agenda, objectives or themes. It is
my life has been transformed.”
a discussion group rather than a grief support or counseling session.” — From the
—Cheryl Goodman
Death Cafe website
Facilitator: Julie Dillon
14 Spring • Prime Time Seniors Program • 819 Abbot Road • East Lansing, MI 48823 • 517-337-1113 • www.ELPrimeTime.comDISCUSSION GROUPS & BOOKS
M=Members NM=Non-Members All classes need a minimum of five participants. Please enroll & pay at least seven days prior to the first class.
Nonfiction Book Club* *Punch cards!
Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Members will be able to purchase punch cards for classes with asterisks on
Conference Room pages 15-16. Punch cards will expire on June 30, 2020.
Drop-in cost: $2 (M), $3 (NM)
This group reads nonfiction on a
wide range of topics, including
Wednesday Morning Fiction Book Club
politics, religion, history and more. Book Discussions Wednesdays, March 11–April 15
Group members choose the read- 1-2:30 p.m., Room 144
ings together and are responsible Wednesdays, 10–11 a.m., Lounge Cost: $10 (M), $15 (NM)
for obtaining their own copies of Cost: $24 (M), $39 (NM)
Facilitator: Jim Coty
the material. Everyone is welcome Facilitator: Nancy Lucas
Join this lively group as they read
to join this dynamic group! The
Session I, March 4–25 and discuss “Olive Kitteridge” by
next four books are “The Ungrateful
Cost: $8 (M), $13 (NM) Elizabeth Strout, a
Refugee,” by Dina Nayeri; “Hidden
The Dutch House Pulitzer Prize winning
Figures,” by Margot Lee Shetterly;
by Ann Patchett novel.
“Successful Aging,” by Daniel J.
Levitin; and “Songs of America,” by “In a voice more
Jon Meacham and Tim McGraw. powerful and com-
passionate than ever
Facilitator: Lisa Thelen
before, New York
Times bestselling au-
Read Aloud Group* thor Elizabeth Strout binds together
Tuesdays, 9:30–10:30 a.m., Lounge thirteen rich, luminous narratives
Drop-in cost: $2 (M), $3 (NM) Session II, April 1–29
into a book with the heft of a novel,
Cost: $10 (M), $15 (NM)
Come to the new expanded Read through the presence of one larger-
Aloud. We will still be reading aloud To Kill a than-life, unforgettable character:
from a wide variety of materials Mockingbird, Olive Kitteridge.”
(including any of your original work). by Harper Lee
There will also be time for expressing
“what’s on your mind.” Come join us.
Facilitator: Judy Wattenberg
The Future*
Thursdays,10–11:30 a.m.
Lounge
What’s So Funny* Session III, May 6–20
Drop-in cost: $2 (M), $3 (NM)
Wednesdays, 11 a.m.–Noon, Lounge If you have an interest in what
Cost: $6 (M), $11 (NM) the world may be like in years to
Drop-in cost: $2 (M), $3 (NM)
What’s So Funny is a weekly session to The Underground come, wish to share your point of
learn about, discuss and enjoy humor. Man, by Ross view, and/or sharpen your per-
Most weeks will focus on a theme, Macdonald spective, please join in on this
such as political, elder humor, etc. The ongoing discussion group. The
goals of these sessions are to learn a willingness to listen and consider
little, laugh a lot. new ideas and add to the dis-
cussion will make this a dynamic
Facilitator: Judy Wattenberg
group. Topics for future meetings
will depend on what the group
Spanish Literature* PLEASE NOTE: Classes and decides. All are welcome. Maxi-
Mondays, 10 a.m.–Noon activities held in rooms 140, 142, mum 12.
Conference Room the lounge and the conference
Drop-in cost: $2 (M), $3 (NM) room will not meet the week of the
Participants will read literature
. from rummage sale, May 25-29.
Spanish-speaking countries
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M=Members NM=Non-Members All classes need a minimum of five participants. Please enroll & pay at least seven days prior to the first class.
Beginning Ukulele Beginners Plus Uke Intermediate Ukulele
Thursdays, Mar. 26-May 14 Thursdays, March 26–May 14 Wednesdays, March 4, 11, 25,
2:30-3:30 p.m., Room 142 1–2 p.m., Room 142 April 1–29 (No class 3/18)
Cost: $81 (M) - $86 (NM) Cost: $81 (M), $86 (NM) 11 a.m.–Noon, Room 235*
Have you tried to learn to play If you’ve taken Beginning Uku- Cost: $ (M), $ (NM)
guitar or another instrument and lele class and are ready for You’ve been working hard on your
become frustrated? Would you the next step, but don’t quite ukulele skills all year long for your big
like to get together with others feel ready to move up to the chance on the stage! Get ready to
to sing songs and enjoy your- Intermediate level, this Be- perform at the Mighty Uke Day festival
self? If so, you should try playing ginners Plus class is for you. the weekend of May 9 in Old Town
the ukulele in this entertaining Students should feel at ease Lansing. We’ll take a handful of our
and engaging class. NO MUSICAL playing C, F, G7, Am, G, D7 and favorite songs and work on arranging
EXPERIENCE IS NECESSARY! Em chords along with a few strum them with dynamics, strum patterns,
Borrow one of our ukuleles variations. This would also be alternate chords, and more. The
with a $50 returnable check, appropriate for any Intermediate crowd will go wild! All music will be
or bring that uke that’s been Ukulele class students who feel provided. Maximum 45.
gathering dust in your clos- a bit over their heads at that lev- Instructor: Ben Hassenger
et—get ready for some el. Must provide your own music
*Except for 3/11 and 4/22, when it
fun! Maximum 18. stand. Maximum 30.
will meet in the Executive Conference
Instructor: Liz Wright Instructor: Liz Wright
Room and 4/8 when it will meet in the
Recital Room
Prime Time Crime Game players: In order to be consistent with pricing, game players
Time: Mystery will be charged $1 per full hour of play per person, with one additional dollar
added overall for nonmembers.
Discussion Group
Tuesdays, March 3–April 7 Scrabble* Mah Jongg*
1–3 p.m., Room 144 Mondays, 2–4:30 p.m., Lounge Thursdays, 1–3 p.m., Lounge
Cost: $12 (M), $17 (NM) Drop-in cost: $2 (M), $3 (NM) Drop-in cost: $2 (M), $3 (NM)
If you love words and language, this Play this social game of numerical
Black and White/Comedy classic game will provide hours of strategy—it will stimulate your mind!
fun! All skill levels are welcome! Chinese and American versions
March 3 • Swing Shift Maisie, 1943,
played.
87 min.
Duplicate Bridge
March 10 • RIFIFI, 1955, French, 90
min.
Thursdays, 4:30–8 p.m., Lounge Euchre*
Drop-in cost: $4 (M), $5 (NM) Fridays, 10 a.m.-Noon, Lounge
March 17 • Lucky Jordan, 1943, 90 ($1 per full hour of play; plus $1 for NM) Drop-in cost: $2 (M), $3 (NM)
min.
This favorite game will challenge Trump always wins in this social and
March 24 • The Blue Dahlia, 1946, your skills of strategy. We are strategic card game.
110 min. welcoming new players.
March 31 • Party Girl, 1958, 99 min.
April 7 • Izzy and Moe, 1985,
90 min. 4th Wednesday of the month
Facilitator: John Larson
India March 25, April 22, 4 p.m., Conference Room
Seniors The India Seniors group gathers for conversations,
information sharing and cheer. No meeting on May 27.
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Director: Kelly Arndt
Program Manager: Lisa Richey
Office Manager: Terrie Larson
Communications Coordinator: Cheryl Pell
Secretary: Linda Gonzalez and Sue Stevens
Group Recreational Coordinator: Carolyn Haines
Volunteer Coordinator: Ann Cool
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