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Volume 24 Number 9

July 2016

Grandparent and Grandchild Painting Class Let the fun begin! Local artist, Jack

Zellner, will be instructing an

intergenerational acrylic painting class. The

class will include one Grandparent and one

Grandchild (five years old and above). It

will be a two hour class on Wednesday,

July 20 starting at 1:30 p.m. The cost is

$25 for the pair. No supplies are needed,

everything will be provided. Participants

will be able to take home their work of art.

Seating will be limited so please include both names when registering. What

better way to spend a summer afternoon!

Sandy Sullivan Motivational Speaker at TGP Sandy Sullivan is an author, teacher, businesswoman and motivational speaker who

can deliver a rousing account of her experiences while work-

ing with Vince Lombardi and the Green Bay Packers. You’ll

laugh and you’ll cry when you hear what she has accom-

plished, what she’s learned, and how and why she survived

some very tough years. She encourages others to stay positive

and to never give up because “It ain’t’ over til it’s over!” Her

book, “Green Bay Love Stories,” has

been acknowledged as a significant

historical account of the Packers

Glory Years and the foreword is writ-

ten by Packers Hall of Fame great, Paul Hornung. You’ll

find the presentation fun, interesting and inspiring. She

brings her books for sale so you can read more of the story.

She also has a few books left which were signed by the Lom-

bardi Legends. Each book is a precious keepsake for the

dedicated Packers fan. Join Sandy on Wednesday, July 13 at 6:30 p.m. This pro-

gram is open to the public.

Flowers &Fireflies Cocktail Party in the

TGP gardens.

Thursday evening,

July 21 5:30 to 7:30.

Enjoy the sounds of

Teresa Nguyen and

Dave Bitter.

Tickets are $10

includes Music &

Appetizers.

Cash bar will be

available.

868-3500 for

reservations.

Join the Parade! The Gathering Place is

proud to be a part of

Milton’s Fourth of July

festivities! The float

committee and Dave have

worked hard to have the

best float in the parade.

Kate Westrick and friends

will be handing out ice-

pops again this year! Last

year The Gathering Place

Float won second place for

the best float! See you at

the parade!

GREETINGS FROM THE DIRECTOR PRES SEZ

I met with the Friends of the Gathering Place at

their May meeting. This group was formerly known as

the Senior Advisory Council. Even

though they are considered a part of

The Gathering Place, they were never

officially designated as such. As they

were operating, they were not under

the umbrella of TGP’s non profit

designation, insurance, raffle license,

or audit certification. There were two choices for them

to make. One was to apply for their own non profit

license, raffle license, insurance and hire their own

auditor. The other was to disband.

When the decision was made to change their name

and status, I immediately appointed them as an ad hoc

committee of the Board of Directors. We will be

changing our bylaws to allow the Friends of the

Gathering Place to become a standing committee of the

board.

There will not be any significant changes in the way

they operate. The chairperson will still be a voting

member of TGP’s Board of Directors. FOTGP can now

use the raffle license of TGP and are officially a non-

profit entity.

The purpose of the Friends of the Gathering Place is to

provide support to TGP through participation,

volunteering, advising, fundraising and promotion of

TGP events. FOTGP are the welcoming face of TGP

and will encourage new people to attend TGP events.

The Friends of the Gathering Place are currently

selling raffle tickets to raise funds to support their

activities.

Our summer activities are in full swing. The fish boil

was held and declared a rousing success. We have

started the Concerts in the Park series and the Wally’s

music festival went well for a first time event. Be sure

to read the Gather ’Round from front to back to see all

the fun and exciting activities that you can take

advantage of this summer.

A committee is currently planning and designing a

float to enter in the annual 4th of July parade here in

Milton. They are hoping to improve on their second

place finish last year. We encourage you to attend the

parade and cheer on TGP’s float.

Gene

True heroes are those who go that extra mile for

someone. Who put their heart and soul into helping

others. True heroes have a “Heart of Gold”.

Unknown

I feel quite proud of the fact that I supervise the most

dedicated staff a Senior Activity Center can have. Often

they work independently using their

expertise and experience to guide

them through day to day trials and

tribulations. Ultimately, we work

together as a team for the greater good

of TGP. In the end, I feel we make an

impact on those we support.

There are times when one or all of us step up and go

above and beyond day to day responsibilities. Then

there’s John. The other day Sandi Ploszaj shared with

me a conversation she had with a woman who used to

frequent TGP before she moved to Madison. The

woman asked, “Is that guy with the bib overalls still

working there?” She added, “You know, the guy that

was so nice to everybody and would do anything for

you.” We all know that wouldn’t be me, so she must

have been referencing you know who.

On Friday, June 3, John and members of his family

coordinated our 2nd annual Fish Boil. John could be

seen stoking the flames as fish, potatoes, carrots and

onions were cooked over an open flame in a cast iron

cauldron. He was also the person who ignited the flame

for the famous “Boil Over”. Later he helped serve the

meal and was the last man standing putting away tables

and chairs long after the rest of us had departed.

The following Monday John coordinated a crew of

volunteers, including myself, as we built up the south

garden wall and extended it an additional 12 feet.

None of this would have been possible if John hadn’t

gone to Menards on Sunday night to pick up gravel, fill

sand and cement blocks. Long after the volunteer crew

dispersed, John could be seen working independently

layering and leveling blocks, using skills he had acquired

growing up in a family of builders. His knowledge and

ability to coordinate and complete such a project was a

tremendous savings for us. I know our gardeners were

quite pleased with the outcome of the construction

project. Check out John’s handiwork next time you are

out walking in the gardens.

Continued on page 8

July · 2016 l Page 3

TRIPS

Mississippi Fall Foliage Tour Travel the Great Mississippi River Road October 4-7,

2016. Highlights of the

trip include lunch and

tour of Norskedalen

Farmstead, dinner cruise

on the LaCrosse Queen,

Apple Farm and Orchard

tour, Watkins Store,

National Eagle Center tour, Marine Art Museum,

L.A.R.K Toys (world’s largest), Nelson Cheese, unique

village of Stockholm, WI, new Red Wing Pottery

Museum, dinner at the historic St. James Hotel, lunch at

Slippery’s (made famous in the movie Grumpy Old

Men). Trip includes: eight meals, three nights lodging,

VanGalder/Coach USA motorcoach transportation and

all attractions as outlined. Fee is $649 per person double

or $889 for a single traveler. Deposit of $100 due with

reservation and final payment due July 22. For more

information or to register contact Deb at 262-473-0535

or email [email protected].

Healthy Eating, Healthy Living Eating alone? Finding it difficult to prepare a healthy meal? There is a solution. The Rock County Council on Aging (COA) provides tasty, nutritious meals on a donation basis for anyone 60 years or better regardless of income. There are two ways to enjoy a healthy meal. The dining center which is located at the Gathering Place, 715 Campus Street, Milton, offers lunch Monday through Friday. More than just a well-balanced meal, fun and friendship are part of each daily menu. Advance registrations are required for the dining center and must be made no later than noon of the prior business day. For those who are homebound, the meals can be delivered. The volunteer drivers make a personal connection and check on the well-being of those who receive meals. While the suggested donation per meal for the dining center is $3.25 and $3.65 for home delivered meals, a donation of any amount is appreciated.

To make reservations for the dining center call TGP or for more information as to home delivered meals, please call the COA Nutrition Program at 757-5474.

The Gathering Place Presents:

Arizona Spring Training Getaway Six days, five nights

Seven Meals: Five Breakfasts and two Dinners

March 19, 2017

Highlights •Phoenix City Tour •2 Spring Training

Baseball Games •Hall of Flame Fire Museum •Old

Town Scottsdale •Heard Museum of Native American

Culture •Tucson Area •Mission San Xavier •Arizona-

Sonora Desert Museum •Sabino Canyon Rec Area

Tram Tour •Old West Farewell Dinner •5 Nights at

One Hotel - Phoenix Area

Inclusions •Roundtrip Airfare •Tour Director •7

Meals: 5-Breakfasts & 2-Dinners •Motorcoach

Transportation •Sightseeing per Itinerary •Hotel

Transfers •Baggage Handling

See Sara for details

Preview program

August 17, 2016 10:00 a.m.

at The Gathering Place

Page 4 l The Gathering Place Monthly Newsletter

S PECIAL E VENT S

Brain Games Brain Games will be on hiatus for the months of July

and August. They will start again in September.

July Concert in the Park The Concerts in the Park summer series will continue

on Thursday, July 14. The 2016 Summer Concert in

the Park series is organized

by The Gathering Place and

made possible by a grant

from the Milton Fund.

There is no charge to attend.

Jimmy Jack Whitaker will

take the stage in July. He's a

Multi-Award Winning

Entertainer & Musician,

Acoustic Guitar Finger

Picking Winner, Songwriter

and Producer. Jimmy has

shared the stage with just about every performer you

can name in Rock and Roll, Gospel, Blue Grass and

Country. Jimmy's passion is songwriting. Though he

has opened or performed with major artists such as

Charlie Daniels and Willie Nelson, his first love is

songwriting. He has been a staff writer twice and co-

written songs with many successful songwriters such as

Gary S. Paxton, Royce Porter, Glenn Tubb, Roy

August, Daniel Johnson, George Maddaloni, and Jim

Lusk. However, he simply blows you away when you

hear him singing and playing!

Knitted Knockers for Breast Cancer Patients If you are a mastectomy patient or know of a

mastectomy

patient that

would like to try

a knitted

prosthesis or have the pattern to knit your own, please

contact Sue at the Gathering Place and she will let the

knitters know. These prostheses are called “Knitted

Knockers” and can be seen on the internet by that

name. There is no charge to have a pair made or for

the pattern.

Pastries on the Patio By Mary Jurgens Jones

You are invited to Pastries on the Patio on

Wednesday, July 6 and

Wednesday, July 20 at 10:00

a.m. The TGP gardens are

blooming beautifully and our

new and comfortable patio

furniture is in place. Thank

you to our ‘special ladies” whose donations made

our furniture possible.

Join Mary on the patio for coffee and sweet treats as

well as lively conversation! Hope to see you there!

Win….Win….Win The Friends of The Gathering Place

Annual raffle!

First Prize: Big Green Egg Charcoal Smoker

Second Prize: $300

Third Prize: $100

Drawing at The Gathering Place on Friday,

September 2, 2016.

Tickets are $1.00 and may be purchased at

TGP, Concerts in the Park or any Friends

member.

All proceeds

provide support to

TGP for activities,

fundraising, media,

and programming.

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SPECIAL EVENTS


Sue’s Lunch Trip On Wednesday, July 27 we are heading out to Aztalan

Inn Bar & Grill in Lake Mills.

This is a family owned

business with an easy-going

staff. Their menu includes:

Burgers, Reubens, Chicken,

Homemade Soup, all kinds of

Fish and Wednesday Fish Fry.

Be ready to leave about 10:15

a.m. You do need to sign up

by Friday, July 22 with the

receptionist and let her know if you can help drive. We

will be limited to 25 people.

Chocolate, Chocolate, Chocolate! It’s lazy summer time and what tastes good on a day

like this ? Chocolate! Join

Sue in the cool kitchen while

you all participate in making

chocolate treats. The group

will start at 1:30 p.m. There

will be two different classes

offered on Tuesday, July 19

or Friday, July 29. Cost is $10 which includes all the

chocolate treats, wine and fun. Be sure to sign up as

the classes will be limited.

Staller Estate Winery Tour Join us for a relaxing and educational wine experience

at the Staller Estate

Winery in Delevan. We

will be leaving at 11:00

a.m. on Monday, July 18.

Our package includes: a

tour of the facilities, wine

tasting with chocolate and

also a European Lunch consisting of wine, cheese,

meat, olives and a baguette. The tour and lunch will

take about two hours. Cost is $20 which will be paid

to Staller Winery the day we arrive. Reservations need

to be made by Monday, July 11. There is no limit on

the number of people, but more drivers may be

needed.

Can You Hear Me? Common signs of hearing loss include: Experiencing

muffled sounds; Difficulty

understanding speech in

background noise; Listening to

television, radio, or computer

audio at a higher volume than in

the past; Avoiding social

situations; Tinnitus. Connect

Hearing of Janesville will be here on Thursday, July

28 at 1: 30 p.m. to present a program on “Hearing

Problems.” After the program they will be doing 10

free hearing tests. This brief test will confirm the

health of your hearing. If it reveals you would

benefit from wearing hearing aids, Connect

Hearing's qualified professionals will guide you

through the solutions that best fit your lifestyle and

budget. You must sign up for the hearing tests.

An Invitation What: Flowers and Fireflies Cocktail Party

When: Thursday, July 21, 2016

Cost: $10.00 (includes music and appetizers)

Cash Bar is available.

Enjoy the sounds of Theresa Nguyen and Dave

Bitter.

Call 868-3500 for reservations.

Lilly Love Massage Massage Therapist Jennifer Henze is a licensed massage

therapist. She will be coming to

TGP to offer chair massages. These

can be either 15 or 30 minutes

long ($15 or $30). She will be here

from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, July 21.

You will pay Jennifer at the time of your massage. You

are fully clothed and sit in a chair. You do need to

schedule an appointment with the receptionist.

EXTRA, EXTRA

Quilt Display Our quilt display for July is provided by Caroline

Britton. This is an original quilt

pattern by Caroline that she made

15 years ago. It has flowers

embroidered in the middle of the

blocks and polished cotton on the

outside border of flowers. Just a

perfect quilt to display in our

conference room for spring and

summer. If you would like to display your own

handmade quilt, please take a picture and bring it to

Sue Eckert, Program Coordinator. We change the quilt

display every other month so there is plenty of

opportunity to show your handiwork.

Alterations Janet Butler is at TGP every

Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to

12:30 p.m. Janet owns her own

business called “Sew Affordable,”

located in her Janesville home.

WIC Baby Blanket Making Babies who benefit from these talents are part of this

area’s Women Infant Children Program (WIC) and

the goal of the 30”x40” quilts is to promote breastfeed-

ing. It’s a great time to learn new quilting techniques

and increase those numbers. The next WIC work/fun

day will be Friday, July 22 at The Gathering Place.

Volunteers who would like to share their talents to sew,

cut, quilt, tie or bind are welcome. The group runs

from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

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Euchre Every Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. It is a non-

competitive game and we are all about fun! No need

to sign up.

Monday Afternoon Pinochle The Pinochle group always welcomes new players!

Pinochle will be played every Monday afternoon

starting at 1:00 p.m.

Men’s Pool Fridays at 8:00 a.m. All are welcome. Pool table is

available for practice Monday through Friday from

11:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.

Scrabble If you are a Scrabble fan, or if you would like to learn,

join us Monday afternoons at 12:30 p.m. (note time

change).

Mah Jong

Mah Jong every Monday and Wednesday at 1:00 p.m.

Beginners welcome!

Daytime Bingo Ever wonder why people get excited when they yell

“Bingo” and win!! Join us for Friends of TGP Bingo

on Thursday, July 14 at 1:00 p.m. and on Tuesday,

July 26 at 1:00 p.m. sponsored by Milton Senior

Living. Cash prizes are awarded. Cost is only fifty

cents a card with a maximum of four cards. Snacks are

provided. You never know you might be lucky and yell

“BINGO.”

Evening Bingo! Evening BINGO is back for the

summer! It is sponsored by The Friends

of The Gathering Place. Join us on

Wednesday, July 20 at 6:00 p.m.

There will be a dessert served at break

time. Cost is only fifty cents per card

with a maximum of four cards. Cash

prizes are awarded.

Directors report continued from page 2 On Tuesday morning TGP’s float committee convened

as plans were made for the 4th of July Parade. John is a

member of that committee. He and Gene Wenham are

the design and construction crew that work under the

tutelage of the float committee. This year’s float requires

unique detailing so make sure to look for it in the front

half of this year’s parade.

Thursday morning John was preparing for our first

concert in the park. The grill had to be cleaned, signs

had to be posted and the power source for our musical

guests had to be checked. These small behind the scenes

details were essential to the success of the concert. Oh, I

forgot to mention that John ran to Piggly Wiggly that

morning to pick up the hamburgers, hotdogs and buns

for our guests that evening. John did not attend the

concert but his efforts were felt by all who did.

On Friday, John was called upon to help set up tents and

shelters at Schilberg Park for Wally’s Music Fest.

Imagine assembling large tents with poles and canvasses

scattered everywhere with no instructions in 90 degree

heat. He did it without complaint and wouldn’t even

break for lunch until the last tent was erected.

Within a week, John had coordinated the most

important facet of our second annual Fish Boil

fundraiser, built an extension on our garden wall,

assisted with the design of our 4th of July parade float,

readied the essentials for our concert in the park and

assembled several tents used at Wally’s Music Fest. Is it

any wonder why our members, neighbors and friends of

TGP recognize John as the man who never sits? In

Fishermen’s terms, “We’ve got a keeper”.


H EALTHY LI VIN G

Foot Clinic Having trouble reaching those toes? Ruth’s Foot Care provides a service that will meet your needs. Included in the

appointment are: trimming toe nails, monitoring the condition of your feet and other basic foot care. She will be

here on July 5 and 7. Cost is $33.00. Call today to schedule an appointment.

Reflexology Reflexology is a therapy of providing pressure and relaxation techniques to the feet that stimulate,

energize, and relax the entire body. Reflexology provides nourishing joint movement that helps reduce

routine stress from shoe wear and flat, hard surfaces we walk on. Maureen Birchfield of Bede

Reflexology is a Nationally Certified Reflexologist and will be at TGP Tuesday, July 5 and Friday,

July 15. Call to make your appointment soon as she can fill up fast! Cost is $18.00 for a half hour or

$35.00 for an hour.

Dance Aerobics Experience the joy of moving to music while improving your fitness and burning calories! It is a low impact class

that will work your entire body in a safe and fun way. Each class is $3.00. Call Nancy at 883-2931 for more

information. They will be meeting on Tuesdays and Fridays at 8:00 a.m.

Strong Women Classes This is a strength training class to help women maintain muscle mass, strength, and function as

they age. Stop in and talk with the instructors for more information. They meet every Tuesday and

Thursday at 9:15 a.m.

Tai Chi Sue Whitford is the instructor for the classes. They meet every Monday at 10:00 a.m. The cost is $3 per session, but

feel free to check out one class for free. Tai Chi can have many benefits; decreased stress and anxiety; increased

energy and stamina; increased flexibility, balance and agility to name a few.

Zumba Gold Licensed Instructor, Jackie Richardson, takes this class to a lower level that provides a non-intimidating opportunity

for non-dancers, new exercisers, or those who have previously hesitated to participate in a group class. Mondays and

Wednesdays 9:00 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. Call Edgerton Hospital at 608-884-1609 for more information and to register for

the next session.

Evening Yoga Every Tuesday and Thursday from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Ruth Armstrong will be here teaching the

evening classes. Yoga can help you maintain your vitality, boost your immunity and build your

strength, stamina and confidence. The charge is $6.00 per class payable to Ruth.

Free Blood Pressure Screening Wednesday, July 13 and 27 from 11:00 a.m. until noon.

Café 715 July

2016

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

1

Grilled Cheese Burger w/ Bun Baked Beans Garden Blend Veg Watermelon

4

TGP Closed

Fourth of July Holiday

5

Turkey

Mashed Potatoes w/Gravy

Wheat Bread

Coleslaw

Tropical Fruit

6

Roast Pork Loin w/Dijon Sauce

Au Gratin Potatoes

Stewed Tomatoes

Dinner Roll Melon Mix

7

Hot Dog w/ Bun

California Blend Veg

Potato Salad

Snickerdoodle Cookie

8

Beef Goulash Garden Blend Veg Squash Wheat Bread Fruit Cocktail

11

Beef Stew w/ Potatoes

Cauliflower Baking Powder Biscuit Tossed Salad & Dressing

Hot Applesauce

12

Quiche w/ Broccoli and Cheese

CA Mix Vegetables

Wheat Roll Peaches w/ Granola

Strawberry Cake

13

Roast Beef w/ Gravy

Mashed Potatoes

Three Bean Salad

Dinner Roll Fruit Jell-O

14

Tomato Herb Meat Sauce

Penne Pasta

Peas

Breadstick

Chocolate Chip Cookie

15

Chicken Waldorf Salad

Pineapple Tidbits

Carrot Raisin Salad

Wheat Bread

Angel Food Cake w/ Lemon Topping

18

Spaghetti & Meatballs SF Blend Veg Tossed Salad Garlic Bread Diced Pears

19

Baked Chicken Drumsticks

Mashed Potatoes & Gravy

CA Mix Veg

Wheat Roll Carrot Bar

20

Salisbury Steak

Sweet Potato

Broccoli Dinner Roll Fruit Cocktail

21

Scalloped Potatoes w/ Ham

Green Beans

Melon Mix

Wheat Bread

Chocolate Chip Cookie

22

Chicken Salad

Marinated Veg Salad

Apricots w/ Peaches

Wheat Dinner Roll Cheesecake Bar

25

Western Meatloaf Baked Potatoes

Mashed Potatoes

Garden Vegetables

Wheat Bread

Tropical Fruit

26

Sub Sandwich

Tossed Salad

Pineapple Tidbits

Carrot Cake

27

BBQ Pork Sandwich w/Bun

Baked Beans

Broccoli Salad

Hot Peaches & Granola

28

Hungarian Pork Goulash

Egg Noodles

Green & Gold Beans

Carrots

Wheat Bread

Cinnamon Applesauce

29

Creamy Chicken & Green Bean Stuffing Casserole

Corn

Cauliflower Dinner Roll Melon Mix

July · 2016 Page 11

Calendar of Events July

2016

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

1

8:00 Dance Aerobics 8:00 Pool Players

4

TGP Closed

Fourth of July Holiday

5 8:00 Dance Aerobics 9:00 Quilt Tying 9:00 Foot Clinic 9:15 Strong Women 12:00 Reflexology 1:00 Bridge 5:30 Yoga

6 9:00 Chair Yoga 9:00 Zumba Gold 10:00 Pastries on the Patio 1:00 Mah Jong 1:00 Euchre 1:00 Rag Ruggers

7 9:00 Foot Clinic 9:15 Strong Women 10:00 Open Art Studio 11:30 Alterations 1:00 Coloring Book Group 5:30 Yoga

8

8:00 Dance Aerobics 8:00 Pool Players

11 9:00 Paper Crafting 9:00 Zumba Gold 9:00 Chair Yoga 10:00 Tai Chi 12:30 Scrabble 1:00 Knitting/Crochet 1:00 Mah Jong 1:00 Pinochle

12 8:00 Dance Aerobics 9:00 Quilt Tying 9:15 Strong Women 11:30 Benefit Specialist 1:00 Bridge 1:00 Quilt Club 1:00 Movie: Where to Invade Next 5:30 Yoga

13 9:00 Chair Yoga 9:00 Zumba Gold 11:00 Blood Pressure 1:00 Mah Jong 1:00 Euchre 1:00 Rag Ruggers 1:00 Coloring Book Group 6:30 Sandy Sullivan Motivational speaker

14 9:15 Strong Women 10:00 Open Art Studio 11:30 Alterations 1:00 Bingo 1:00 Stained Glass Class 5:30 Yoga

15

8:00 Dance Aerobics 8:00 Pool Players 12:00 Reflexology 1:00 Stained Glass Class

18 9:00 Paper Crafting 9:00 Zumba Gold 9:00 Chair Yoga 10:00 Tai Chi 11:00 Staller Winery Tour 1:00 Knitting/Crochet 1:00 Mah Jong 12:30 Scrabble 1:00 Pinochle

19 8:00 Dance Aerobics 9:00 Quilt Tying 9:15 Strong Women 1:00 Bridge 1:30 Chocolate and Chocolate 5:30 Yoga

20 9:00 Chair Yoga 9:00 Zumba Gold 10:00 Pastries on the Patio 1:00 Mah Jong 1:00 Euchre 1:00 Rag Ruggers 1:30 Painting Class 6:00 Evening Bingo

21 9:00 Massage Therapy 9:15 Strong Women 10:00 Open Art Studio 11:30 Alterations 1:15 Movie: Star Wars: The Force Awakens 5:30 Yoga

22

8:00 Dance Aerobics 8:00 Pool Players 9:00 WIC Blanket 1:00 Coloring Book Group

25 9:00 Paper Crafting 9:00 Zumba Gold 9:00 Chair Yoga 10:00 Tai Chi 1:00 Knitting/Crochet 1:00 Mah Jong 12:30 Scrabble 1:00 Pinochle 1:00 Coloring Book Group

26 8:00 Dance Aerobics 9:00 Quilt Tying 9:15 Strong Women 1:00 Bridge 1:00 Bingo 1:00 Quilt Club 5:30 Yoga

27 9:00 Chair Yoga 9:00 Zumba Gold 10:15 Sue’s Lunch Trip 11:00 Blood Pressure 1:00 Mah Jong 1:00 Euchre 1:00 Rag Ruggers

28 9:15 Strong Women 10:00 Open Art Studio 11:30 Alterations 1:00 Book Club 1:30 Hearing Problem Program

5:30 Yoga.

29

8:00 Dance Aerobics 8:00 Pool Players 1:30 Chocolate and Chocolate

Concert in the Park Brats 5:30 Concert 6:30

5:30 Flowers and

Fireflies

Page 14 The Gathering Place Monthly Newsletter

D ONATIONS S ERVICES

Many services and resources are offered to

participants at The Gathering Place. Check

the calendar on page 12 for days and times.

* Free Blood Pressure Screening

* Notary Public

* Ruth's Foot Care $33

* Benefit Assistance

* Ride to Dining Center

* Exercise Equipment

* Audio Books, Books and DVDs

* Facility Rental

* Nutritionist

*Reflexology

*Alterations

The following items were donated to

The Gathering Place during the past month:

Cash Donation………………………………………………..Pat Wagner

Candy................................................................Linda Hennrich

Cash Donation…………………………......Steve & Lorna Kumlein

Stuffed Animal………………………………..……....Beth Marquardt

Cash Donation…………………………….…....Matt & Leigh Kuelz

Flowers for Garden……….…….…..…………………......Janet Sessler

Embroidery Supplies…………………………...…………….Steve Leitz

Lemonade……………………………………………....Bette McNamara

Cash Donation………………………………………......Dolores Barlass

Wal Mart Gift Card for Icy pops……………………....Jerry Gleiter

TV Trays………………………………………………………..Donna Love

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July 2016 Page 15

M OVIES FRIENDS...

Movie of the Month 2

Star Wars VII: The Force Awakens Thirty years after the defeat of the Galactic Empire, the

galaxy faces a new

threat from the evil

Kylo Ren (Adam

Driver) and the

First Order. When

a defector named

Finn crash-lands on

a desert planet, he meets Rey (Daisy Ridley), a tough

scavenger whose droid contains a top-secret map.

Together, the young duo joins forces with Han Solo

(Harrison Ford) to make sure the Resistance receives

the intelligence concerning the whereabouts of Luke

Skywalker (Mark Hamill), the last of the Jedi Knights.

This is a Science Fiction movie rated PG-13. It runs for

2 hours and 15 minutes. It will be shown on our 60”

TV on Thursday, July 21 at 1:15 pm. There is no charge,

but a donation is appreciated for popcorn and beverages.

Movie of the Month

Where to Invade Next Filmmaker Michael Moore visits various countries to

examine how Europeans

view work, education,

health care, sex, equality,

and other issues. From caf-

eteria food to sex educa-

tion, Moore looks at the

benefits of schooling in

France, Finland and Slovenia. In Italy, he marvels at

how workers enjoy reasonable hours and generous va-

cation time. In Portugal, Moore notes the effects of the

decriminalization of drugs. Through his travels, we dis-

cover just how different America is from the rest of the

world. This is a very interesting documentary about

how other countries approach their citizens. This DVD

is on loan from Sue and Larry Davis. It is rated R

(language, brief nudity). It runs for 2 hours. It will be

shown on our 60” TV on Tuesday, July 12 at 1:15 pm.

There is no charge, but a donation is appreciated for popcorn

and beverages.

FRIENDS OF THE GATHERING PLACE

Friends of The Gathering Place have lots of raffle

tickets to sell to help accomplish our mission to

provide support to The Gathering Place for activities,

fundraising, media, programming, and scholarship.

Grand Prize is a Big Green Egg Charcoal Smoker

Grill (www.biggreenegg.com). Second and third prizes

are $300 and $100 cash. Tickets can be purchased at

the Concerts in the Park on July 14 and August 11 or

anytime at TGP’s front desk.

Friends of TGP will sponsor Bingo on Thursday, July

14 at 1:00 pm. Bingo on Wednesday July 20 at 6:00

pm will feature regular prizes plus the ever popular

Brown Bag Bingo with special prizes. The August 17

evening Bingo will give a prize to any Bingo player who

brings a new guest to Bingo that night. A big thanks

goes out to Bingo callers Mari Anne, Tom, and Carol.

Special thanks to volunteers Rosemary, Viola, and

Lois.

Friends of the Gathering Place Committee include

Chairperson Mari Anne Warren, Vice-Chairperson

Carol Astin, Secretary/Treasurer Karla Nitz, Martha

Johnson, Tom Lieder, Nancy Raabe, Gail Slepekis,

Cathy Westrick, and TGP Director Dave Fisher.

Our very first Pastries on the Patio was a success!

Lots of good food and good friends! Be sure to

mark your calendars for our next Pastries on the

Patio on Wednesday, July 6 at 10:00 a.m.


C LUBS , CLASSES , MEET INGS , ETC

Creative Coloring For Adults Join the Creative Coloring Craze! The Gathering Place has an Adult Coloring Book

Group and it is growing by leaps and bounds! One of the latest trends in stress relief

doesn't come in a prescription bottle. Coloring books for adults are hot, hot, hot right

now! We’ve seen multiple studies that show that sitting down with colored pencils/pens

and an intricate design are soothing and will reduce your stress levels and stimulates brain

areas related to motor skills. Whether it takes you back to your childhood or just takes

your mind off your problems, it’s a great way to spend a couple of hours. Our group will

be meeting July 7,13,22 and 25 at 1:00 p.m. Please bring your own coloring book and pencils/pens to use. There

is no charge. For more information contact: Sue Eckert, Program Coordinator at 608-868-3500.

Stained Glass Class Caroline Britton is instructing a Stained Glass Class on

Thursday, July 14 and Friday, July

15. The classes will start at 1:00 p.m.

each day and go until 3:30 p.m. You

will need to bring a pair of scissors,

old towels, pencils and markers. If

you have a soldering iron and safety

glasses please bring those also. Caroline will have

everything else. The cost for the two day class is $15

payable to the instructor at the first class. Be sure to

sign up at the reception desk.

Quilting Club Join the Quilting Club at The Gathering Place! They will meet the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month at 1:00

p.m. in the craft room. The group will meet on Tuesdays, July 12 and 26. Bring your portable sewing machine or

any hand work you want to work on. We would love to have you join us.

Rag Ruggers The Rag Ruggers group will continue to meet on

Wednesdays from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Bring your

current project or start a new one. Nance and Fran will

be there to help you along. If you are new to this

group you do need to call the reception desk and sign

up. They will be able to tell you the cost and give you a

list of supplies you need to bring the first time.

Paper Crafting Need a fun craft to do on Monday

mornings? Check out the paper crafters

at 9:00 a.m. This is a diverse group of

people with quiet a variety of paper

crafts. Everyone is welcome to bring in

their current project and work with the

group. No instructor, just friends to help

out. Some of the projects they like to

work on are; scrapbooking, card making,

paper flowers, origami, paper boxes, etc. You’re always

welcome to just stop in.

July Book Club This month on Thursday, July 28 at 1:00 p.m. the

Book Club will be discussing the

book: The Broken Teaglass by Emi-

ly Arsenault. In Arsenault's

quirky, arresting debut, two

young lexicographers find clues

to an old murder case hidden in the files at their dic-

tionary company. Billy, the narrator, is a “strapping”

recent grad with a football player's physique, a pen-

chant for philosophy and a painful chapter in his past

that he hasn't quite closed. Mona is a girls' college

grad. The two are drawn together by tantalizing clues

left—they assume by a former employee—in the compa-

ny's citation files. They realize the murder may involve

colleagues and acquaintances who are still roaming

around the office.

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THIS ‘N THAT MILTON PUBLIC LIBRARY NEWS by Lisa Brooks

Bridge Results May 31 First Place Harvey

Second Place Faith Stockheimer

June 7 First Place Martha Enlow

Second Place Donna Anderson

June 14 First Place Donna Anderson

Second Place Tom Bartle

The Bridge players meet in the library every Tuesday

afternoon at 1:00 p.m. and everyone is welcome.

APPRECIATION

Thank you for the Donations A huge thank you to Fran Denner, Tom Lieder,

Tom Tinder and Jim Polarski for the items that were

donated for our Silent Auction. We raised over

$650 for The Gathering Place. Your generosity is

very much appreciated.

Thank you so much to everyone who donated Icy

Pops for the Fourth of July Parade! We have

received a grand total 3200 icy pops. That should

keep the parade goers nice and cool!

Thank you to all our volunteers who worked very

hard at our second annual Fish Boil. Your hard work

and dedication is appreciated!

July Book of the Month Truly Madly Guilty Hardcover by Liane Moriarty

Entertainment Weekly’s “Best Beach Bet”

The new novel from Liane Moriarty, the

#1 New York Times bestselling author

of The Husband’s Secret, Big Little

Lies, and What Alice Forgot. Truly, Madly,

Guilty is about how sometimes we don’t

appreciate how extraordinary our ordinary

lives are until it’s too late.

July Events

Library Underground Punch Card

June 13 - August 5

Register for the adult summer reading program starting

June 13 and receive your Library Underground punch

card. Read, visit our library, and check out materials at

least 5 out of the 8 weeks to earn a free book. Ages 18 and

older.

Recurring Summer Events:

Strings Attached: Knitting & Crocheting Club

Wednesday, July 13, from 6-8 p.m. Bring your current

knitting, crocheting, or fiber arts project and your supplies.

Laugh with people who share a similar interest and lend a

helping hand if needed. All ages and skill levels welcome.

Mystery Book Club

Enjoyable and informal discussions with Milton mystery

buff, Ethel Himmel. Anyone who has read the book is

welcome to attend. Books are available at the library in

advance.

2016 Book Schedule:

July 20: The Ritual Bath by Faye Kellerman

August 17: Death on Demand by Carolyn Hart

September 21: The Strangler Vine by M.J. Carter

October 19: The Long Way Home by Louise Penny

November 16: Truth Be Told by Hank Phillippi Ryan

Color Craze Days

Tuesday, July 5 - Tangled

Saturday, July 30 - Superhero

Wednesday, August 3 - Wild Animal

Drop in and color anytime during library hours. Each day

will feature a different theme or activity. All supplies will

be provided but feel free bring your own coloring book

anytime and join the fun. For all ages, even adults!

Have a safe

and happy

Fourth of July

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Rent The Gathering Place!

Perfect for any occasion: Weddings or

Receptions; Anniversaries; Birthdays;

Family Reunions; Baby or Bridal

Showers; Banquets; Seminars; Business

Meetings and More!

Contact Mary Jurgens-Jones at 608.290.3793 or

email her at [email protected]. Members

receive 10% off rental fees.

Please Support The Gathering Place

THE GATHERING PLACE DIRECTORY

The Gathering Place 715 Campus Street

Milton, Wisconsin 53563

608-868-3500

STAFF Executive Director……………………….Dave Fisher

Administrative Assistant ................. Sara Pickett

Program Coordinator ....................... Sue Eckert

Nutrition Site Coordinator ........... ..Be Conklin

Events Coordinator ............. Mary Jurgens-Jones

Maintenance…………………..…………..John Bauer

Custodian…………….…………………...Cody Bauer

BOARD OF DIRECTORS President ................................... Gene Wenham

Vice-Pres ........................................ Diane Pillard

Secretary .................................... Carolyn Brown

Treasurer ........................................ Herb Stinski

Bob Boldt, Nate Bruce, Dan Janke, Betsy

Lubke, Curt Nodolf, Mari Anne Warren, Jim

Warren.

THE GATHERING PLACE E-MAILS Dave Fisher………………[email protected]

Sue Eckert .......................... [email protected]

Sara Pickett………….……[email protected]

Mary Jurgens-Jones.……[email protected]

Web site ............ …....gatheringplacemilton.com

The Mission Statement:

The Gathering Place Supports Positive Living for All Ages.

Our Vision Statement is: To provide Milton area

residents with a place to gather for programs, activities,

and services to enhance their dignity, support their

independence, and encourage their involvement with each

other and the community.

Find us on Facebook! No, we are not feeling lonely and

neglected! We just want more friends

on Facebook! If you, your family, or

friends are on Facebook, the online

social network, please be our friends.

It’s easy. When on Facebook, type

The Gathering Place in the search box, when you

are on TGP page hit Like.

Wish List Gallon Freezer Bags

Attention Quilt Tyers! Our Tuesday morning

quilt tyers need help! If

you have time on your

hands and want to help tie

quilts, we sure need you!

The ladies will help train

you. The quilts are delivered to various shelters

throughout Rock County. Please stop in Tuesday

mornings at 9:00 a.m. to observe or pitch in! Thank

you!

Non-Profit Org.

U.S. Postage

PAID

Milton, WI

Permit No. 5 715 Campus Street

Milton, Wisconsin 53563

608-868-3500

Member of: MACC (Milton Area Chamber of Commerce )

NCOA (National Council on Aging)

NISC (National Institute of Senior Centers)

Spring 2016

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