WINTER BROCHURE 17-18

Thornapple Kellogg
Winter Enrichments 2017-2018

“Enriching Lives Together”

Thornapple Kellogg Community Enrichment
Adult and Youth Enrichment Programs
www.tkschools.org

online registration: www.tkschools.revtrak.net

Thornapple Kellogg Community Enrichment Winter 2018

Welcome! How to Register

This is the second edition of our new and improved Registration
Community Enrichment Program brochure. Please take a From the TK Schools website, www.tkschools.org, click
moment to look at the enrichment classes we are currently the COMMUNITY icon and you will be directed to our
offering for winter. We look forward to expanding our Community Enrichment page. From there, you may view
offerings for all age groups, birth and beyond! our brochure and access the link to the webstore for
registration. Registrations must be received in our office at
We are also excited about the opening of our TK Community least one day prior to the class scheduled start date. Class
Enrichment Center for community members who are 55 fees are provided in the class description.
and above. We have open hours for our seniors to socialize,
play cards and board games, participate in community General Registration Policies
projects, and have the opportunity to enroll in various fun • First-come, first-served
and educational workshops. • Payment must accompany registration
• Receipts will be emailed for online registrations
Please let us know any suggestions you have for future • C lasses can be paid for with cash, checks, or
courses or activities. Your suggestions will help us meet our
communities needs and interests. credit/debit card

If you have a talent or skill you think our community would Online
enjoy learning and you would like to share your expertise, We hope to go as green as possible with our registrations
please contact us. and to process the majority of our registrations online.
Please visit our website at:
Youth Enrichment & Recreation............................ 3-6 www.tkschools.revtrak.net
Adult Enrichment & Recreation............................. 7-10
Travel.................................................................... 11 In Person or By Phone
55+ & Fabulous.................................................... 12-15 You may register in person at our administration office, 10051
Green Lake Rd., Monday-Friday 8:00 am – 4:00 pm. When
Community registering in person, please bring a credit card, check, or the
Enrichment Staff exact cash amount. You may also call 269-795-5578 and
register over the phone using your credit card.
Director of Community Enrichment............ Kim Chausow
Secretary................................................... Laura Munjoy Credit Card Payment Policy
Secretary................................................... Heidi VanAman We prefer to accept payment through your credit/debit card.
This helps keep us green and relatively paper free. A 3.61%
Thornapple Kellogg Community Enrichment service fee will be added.
10051 Green Lake Road
Middleville, MI 49333 Your Privacy is Respected
269-795-5578 Whenever you provide us information such as your email or
email: [email protected] personal information, we will not share it with anyone other
than the class instructor. We will contact you by email with
notices regarding your class.

Refund Policies
You will be refunded your registration fee only if:
• The class is cancelled prior to start date
• If you cancel three business days prior to the first class
• R efunds will be sent by mail or as a credit to the card

used to register

Class Cancellations
Community Enrichment classes will not be held whenever
school has been cancelled due to weather or other
unforeseen event. Watch local TV stations for cancellations.
Rescheduling will be attempted.

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Zeeland ReYcorueathtioEnnrichment & Recreation

YOUTH SELF DEFENSE – MAKE YOUR MARK:
Ages 5 – 9 FOUNDATION DRAWING –
Ages 5 through adult
This eight-week class emphasizes developing awareness,
power of voice, handling aggressive situations, safety on the See how you can draw realistic objects, people, animals,
street and at school, personal safety and basic escapes. and spaces using pencils and charcoal. Through
The minimum class size is 10 and is limited to 20. discussions and demos on sighting, gesture and contour
drawing, value, general guidelines for composition, and
Cost for this class is $54 portraiture, you will increase your technical skills and focus
Mondays, January 15 through March 5 on formal issues. Instruction regarding formal elements
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm including line, movement, proportion, form, shape, mass,
NO CLASS FEBRUARY 19 texture, volume, value, and positive and negative space will
McFall Elementary Cafeteria be provided. The course promotes drawing what interests
Instructor: Kurtis Martin you through individual exploration, an individual way of
seeing, and experimentation. Enjoyment of drawing and
KARATE - BEGINNER expanding your minds notion will be the key to success.
AND ADVANCED – Ages10 Your instructor will meet you where your skill level is to help
through adult you create your own path. Open to all skill levels.

Karate is a great way to become more active and improve Cost for this class is $65 plus supplies listed below
oneself in ways that overflow into everyday life. We teach Thursdays, January 11 through February 15
a Korean style martial art with self-defense training. This 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
style encourages non-violent ways of conflict resolution TK High School Art Room 303
while building the confidence and skills necessary to Instructor: Jennifer Leah Jones, Kendall College
defend yourself. Martial art training benefits include: Builds Instructor
confidence and discipline, teaches respect and focus,
improves self-esteem and listening skills, increases balance, Supplies Needed:
and core strength. • Sketchbook or Drawing Pad 12 X 9 (minimum size)

Cost for this class is $44 per month (as low as $3.16)
Monday 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm and Wednesday 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm • V ine Charcoal (soft or medium) ($2.49)
NOTE DIFFERENT START TIMES ON EACH DAY • P encils HB, 2B, 4B, 6B (as low as $.79 each)
NO CLASS FEBRUARY 19, APRIL 2 & 4 • C harcoal Pencils 2B, 4B, 6B (as low as $.91 each)
McFall Elementary Cafeteria
Instructor: Kurtis Martin

ELEMENTARY SPANISH
LESSONS – Grades 4 & 5

Hola Amigos! Elementary Spanish lessons focusing on basic
conversational and school related words and phrases.

Cost for this class is $30
Tuesdays, January 9 - February 1
4:15 pm - 5:15 pm
Page Art Room 106
Instructor: Maria Sleight

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Youth Enrichment & Recreation

FAMILY AND FRIENDS SING SONG YOGA –
ART NIGHTS – Ages 5 – 11
Ages 5 through adult
Sing Song Yoga is a children’s based musical yoga
These unique classes are designed for groups and program in which song lyrics instruct children how to
individuals of any skill level to explore a wide range get into the poses. Benefits of yoga in children include:
of materials and techniques. Interesting WOW factor improved focus, body awareness, strengthening and
projects are easy for all ages to complete. The four toning the body, increasing self confidence, building
week course features projects including Paint Like coordination, and having a calming effect. Students
Monet, Through the Eyes of Van Gogh, Draw a should bring a yoga mat or towel to each class.
Flower Garden Wax Resist, Sparkle with Gustav Klimt
- Magical Trees and Pattern. The course promotes Cost for this class is $20
personal interest, an individual way of seeing, and Session 2 - Tuesdays, November 21- December 12
experimentation. Enjoyment of art and expanding 6:30 pm - 7:15 pm
your mind will be the key to success. Your instructor Session 3 - Tuesdays, January 16- February 6
will meet you where your skill level is, teach you 6:30 pm - 7:15 pm
more about art and influential artists, and help you McFall Library
create your own path. Open to anyone, artists or Instructor: Jasmine Koster
non-artists. Bring family and friends. Many materials
provided. BABYSITTER TRAINING
AND CERTIFICATION –
Cost for this class is $40 plus supplies listed below Ages 10 through adult
Fridays, January 12 through February 2
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm You can become a certified babysitter! In this two night
TK High School Art Room 303 class you will learn:
Instructor: Jennifer Leah Jones, Kendall College • CPR, AED, and Choking interventions
Instructor • How to choose age appropriate games and toys
• Practice diapering and feeding with lifelike baby
Supplies Needed:
• D rawing Paper Pad 9 X 12 (minimum) mannequins
• H ow to communicate effectively with parents and
($3.16 minimum cost)
• Acrylic Paints (white, cad red, cad yellow, cobalt how to interview and find jobs
• Handle bedtime issues
blue, gold (black is optional) (as low as $2.58 each) • Identify safety hazards with interactive activities
• M edium round brush (as low as $2.50) and small
Cost for this class is $60
pointed round brush ($1.71) Session 1 - Monday, January 22 and 29
• 2- 11 X 14 primed Canvas (you may purchase in 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Session 2 - Monday, February 26 and Tuesday, February 27
class for $4.00. You must let the instructor know in 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
advance for orders) MS Room 1604
• W atercolor Paint Set (as low as $.79) Instructors: Steven and Patti Ross, certified
• O il Pastels (as low as $1.82) OR Crayons (as low as instructors from the American Safety and Health
$.77 for 8) Training Institute
• 3 sheets 12 X 9 Watercolor Paper (as low as $5.97)
• Sharpie Marker ($1.99)
• Table salt

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Youth Enrichment & Recreation

The following programs must be signed up through the agency and not on the
Thornapple Kellogg Community Enrichment online site.

CHAMPION FORCE BATON – Ages 4 – 16
ATHLETICS CHEER – Ages
4 through adult Come join the fun and learn how to twirl a baton!
Baton twirling is making a comeback as the latest
Champion Force Athletics Cheer is a fun and exciting and greatest sensation! Our baton twirling classes not
program for students ages 4 through 15 with or without only focus on teaching children how to twirl a baton,
previous cheer experience. Students will learn jumps, kicks, our classes encourage teamwork, poise, hand-eye
arm motions, stunting, cheers and chants, and learn a pom coordination, as well help children build their self-
dance. Students will learn the necessary skills needed for esteem. They have opportunities to participate in
school cheerleading tryouts. Our program works to build self offsite competitions, march in various parades and
confidence, poise, self-esteem, and physical fitness. Register earn ribbons/medals. If you have any questions, call
and pay at the first class. 616-460-1747, email [email protected], or visit our
website at www.athleticsensations.com.
Cost for each Division 1-3 class cost $7 per class
February 7 - May 30 Cost is a $5 registration fee plus $7 each week.
NO CLASS APRIL 4 Registration and payment will need to be made at
Division 1 ages 4-6, 5:00 pm the first class. Batons will be available for purchase
Division 2 ages 7-9, 5:45pm at the first class for $26.
Division 3 ages 10 plus, 6:30 pm
See coach regarding higher divisions Wednesdays, February 7 - June 6
Ages 4-7, 6:15 pm - 7:00 pm
Non-refundable registration fee $10 due at sign up Ages 8-16, 7:00 pm - 7:45 pm
Barry County Christian School Gymnasium, 2999
McKeown Rd, Hastings (M-79 1-1/2 miles east of
M-37)

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Youth Enrichment & Recreation

THORNAPPLE TK HAMMERHEADS CLUB
AREA ENRICHMENT PRACTICE AND OPEN
PROGRAMS (TAPRC) SWIM – Ages 8 through 18

Youth Baseball and Softball Clinics: Dates to be Join TK Hammerheads swim
determined for winter 2017/2018. Visit www.taprc.org or club! Participants can join at
Like Us on Facebook. any time. Participants must
know how to swim and be
Youth Flag Football: Fall 2018 registration begins in June able to demonstrate they can
2018. K-6th Grade. Visit www.taprc.org or Like Us on independently swim one freestyle
Facebook. lap.

Participants in the TK
Hammerheads swim club will
have this opportunity to practice
at the TK Pool on Mondays,
and/or at the Hastings pool on
Mondays and Wednesdays.

For more information on TK
Hammerheads and club fees, please email mikelschipper@
hotmail.com.

Mondays, October 30 through February 12

TK Hammerheads Club Practice
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

No Cost Kids Only Open Swim - open to any kids ages 8-18
8:00 pm - 8:30 pm
TK High School Pool

TK WRESTLING CLUB -
Boys and Girls Grades K-8

Sign-ups are on Monday November 20. Cost is $85 and
includes a t-shirt ($170 cap for families). First practice is Monday,
November 27 with a combined practice for all age groups. After
the first week, wrestlers will be split into two sessions.

Mondays and Wednesdays, November 29 - March 28
NO PRACTICE FEBRUARY 19

Session 1: 5:45 pm - 6:45 pm for wrestlers with 2 years or
less of wrestling experience
Session 2: 6:45 pm - 8:15 pm for wrestlers with 2 or more
years of experience
High School wrestling balcony
For more information please email [email protected]

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Adult Enrichment & Recreation

ART – INTERMEDIATE/
ADVANCED MULTI-
MEDIUM PAINT – Ages 18
through adult

This class follows a step-by-step approach to several types of
painting. Students will complete a painting during each class.
Prior experience is a prerequisite for this class. Instruction
working with acrylics, oils, and watercolor will also be covered
in this class. Students will learn/review color theory, division of
space, composition, and painting techniques. Some painting
surfaces will be provided for the class and a list of supplies will
be provided.

Cost for this class is $64 plus basic supplies WATER AEROBICS – Ages
Tuesdays, February 6 - March 27 18 through adult
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
NO CLASS FEBRUARY 20 Why not join the perfect class to condition the body? Water
Page Elementary Art Room 106 Aerobics is a fun way to do a high intensity workout, with
Instructor: Don Williamson low impact on your joints. This class is made to order just
for you. No swimming skills are necessary, you will be taught
KARATE - BEGINNER AND techniques on how to say upright with feet on the floor of
ADVANCED – Ages 10 the pool. You will be taught the WATER ART method to
through adult help you gain strength, balance, and lose inches by tailoring
the exercises just for your range of motion. Have fun, make
Karate is a great way to become more active and improve friends, and at the same time rejuvenate the spirit and mind.
oneself in ways that overflow into everyday life. We teach a
Korean style martial art with self-defense training. This style All sessions are $44 each. Can’t commit to a whole
encourages non-violent ways of conflict resolution while session? Drop in to a class for $7.00.
building the confidence and skills necessary to defend yourself.
Martial art training benefits include: Builds confidence and Session 3: Tuesdays & Thursdays
discipline, teaches respect and focus, improves self-esteem January 9 through February 15
and listening skills, and increases balance and core strength. 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Session 4: Tuesdays & Thursdays
February 22 through April 10
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Session 5: Tuesdays & Thursdays
April 12 through May 29
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Cost for this class is $44 per month NO CLASS FEBRUARY 20, APRIL 3 & 5
Mondays, 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm and Wednesdays High School Pool
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm Instructor: Tammy Sirk, Professional Certified Water
NOTE DIFFERENT START TIMES ON EACH DAY Aerobics Instructor
NO CLASS FEBRUARY 19, APRIL 2 & 4
McFall Elementary Cafeteria
Instructor: Kurtis Martin

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MAKE YOUR MARK: FAMILY AND FRIENDS ART
FOUNDATION DRAWING - NIGHTS – Grade 1 through
Ages 5 through adult adult

See how you can draw realistic objects, people, animals, These unique classes are designed for groups and individuals
and spaces using pencils and charcoal. Through discussions of any skill level to explore a wide range of materials and
and demos on sighting, gesture and contour drawing, techniques. Interesting WOW factor projects are easy for all
value, general guidelines for composition, and portraiture, ages to complete. The four week course features projects
you will increase your technical skills and focus on formal including Paint Like Monet, Through the Eyes of Van Gogh,
issues. Instruction regarding formal elements including line, Draw a Flower Garden Wax Resist, Sparkle with Gustav Klimt
movement, proportion, form, shape, mass, texture, volume, - Magical Trees and Pattern. The course promotes personal
value, and positive and negative space will be provided. interest, an individual way of seeing, and experimentation.
The course promotes drawing what interests you through Enjoyment of art and expanding your mind will be the key to
individual exploration, an individual way of seeing, and success. Your instructor will meet you where your skill level is,
experimentation. Enjoyment of drawing and expanding your teach you more about art and influential artists, and help you
minds notion will be the key to success. Your instructor will create your own path. Open to anyone, artists or non-artists.
meet you where your skill level is to help you create your own Bring family and friends. Many materials provided.
path. Open to all skill levels.
Cost for this class is $40 plus supplies listed below
Cost for this class is $65 plus supplies listed below Fridays, January 12 through February 2
Thursdays, January 11 through February 15 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm TK High School Art Room 303
TK High School Art Room 303 Instructor: Jennifer Leah Jones, Kendall College Instructor
Instructor: Jennifer Leah Jones, Kendall College Instructor
Supplies Needed:
Supplies Needed: • D rawing Paper Pad 9 X 12 (minimum) ($3.16 minimum cost)
• S ketchbook or Drawing Pad 12 X 9 (minimum size) (as low • Acrylic Paints (white, cad red, cad yellow, cobalt blue, gold

as $3.16) (black is optional) (as low as $2.58 each)
• V ine Charcoal (soft or medium) ($2.49) • Medium round brush (as low as $2.50) and small pointed
• P encils HB, 2B, 4B, 6B (as low as $.79 each)
• C harcoal Pencils 2B, 4B, 6B (as low as $.91 each) round brush ($1.71)
• 2- 11 X 14 primed Canvas (you may purchase in class for

$4.00. You must let the instructor know in advance for
orders)
• Watercolor Paint Set (as low as $.79)
• O il Pastels (as low as $1.82) OR Crayons (as low as $.77 for
8)
• 3 sheets 12 X 9 Watercolor Paper (as low as $5.97)
• Sharpie Marker ($1.99)
• T able salt

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Adult Enrichment & Recreation

WILLS AND TRUSTS FOR ZUMBA: “EXERCISE IN
THE FAMILY DISGUISE” – Ages 18
through adult
Have you been putting off writing your will? In this three night
course, you will learn about “last will and testaments” and Zumba is a Latin-inspired, dance-fitness class that
have help preparing your will. You will also learn about simple incorporates Latin and International music and dance
revocable trusts, and get answers to your legal questions movements, which create a dynamic, exciting, and effective
pertaining to your estate. fitness system! This class format combines fast and slow
rhythms that tone and sculpt the body in an aerobic/fitness
Cost for this class is $30 per person - spouse free fashion to achieve a unique blended balance of cardio and
Session 1 - Mondays, January 15-29 muscle-toning benefits. No dance background required-just
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm a willingness to have fun! Space is limited. Please do not bring
Session 2 - Wednesdays, February 7-21 children to class.
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
TK High School Room 405 Cost for Session 3 is $46, Session 4 is $52. Drop-ins
Instructor: Dennis Cooper, retired Military and Federal welcome @ $8 per class, after class minimum of 15 full-
attorney, currently working as a sole practitioner time participants met.
Session 3: Mondays, January 8 through February 26
6:30 pm - 7:15 pm
Session 4: Mondays, March 5 through April 30
6:30 pm - 7:15 pm
Page Elementary Cafeteria
Instructor: Rachel Carter, Certified ZUMBA Instructor

SPIN CLASS – High school HALL WALKING
students through adult
Thornapple Kellogg High School hallways will be open
Come and try SPINNING! Climb hills and mountains, sprint Monday through Thursday, 6:00 pm-8:30 pm, November 1
to the finish and spin your way to burning calories and through March 29. Come in from the cold and walk for your
strengthening your body. This class is for anyone that can ride health. Please use the athletic lobby entrance off Bender
a bike. With motivating music and the ability to work at your Road. Halls will not be open if school is closed for weather,
own level you will find success with this class and have FUN! holidays, or in-service days. There is no charge for this activity
and registration is not required.
Cost for this class is $40
Wednesdays, December 6 - January 24
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
NO CLASS DECEMBER 27, JANUARY 3
High School Room 405
Instructor: Lyndsey Fischer

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ONE NIGHT CLASSES

INTRODUCTION TO MAKE AND TAKE
ESSENTIAL OILS - Ages 15 ESSENTIAL OILS
through adult HOUSEHOLD PRODUCTS -
Ages 15 through adult
Have you ever wondered about essential oils? If so, please
join us for a fun, fast-paced, informative, and hands on We will learn to take simple steps toward achieving a toxin-free
class! Learn how to kick harsh chemicals to the curb and home. Learn how easy and cost effective it can be to ditch
incorporate a more therapeutic and natural approach to harmful and synthetic chemicals, and switch, one choice at a
everyday life in a practical and EASY way! We will practice by time, to safer, plant-based products we can all feel great about!
making roller bottles to take home from a variety of oil recipes.
Cost for class is $30
Cost for this class is $30 Thursday, March 15
Thursday, January 18 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm McFall Art Room 112
McFall Art Room 112 Instructor: Leanne Bailey
Instructor: Leanne Bailey
PARENT/DAUGHTER
MAKE AND TAKE HAIRSTYLING CLASS
ESSENTIAL OILS
PERSONAL PRODUCTS – Does your daughter give you a strange look when you offer
Ages 15 through adult to do her hair? Do you panic when it is time to help her get
ready for school in the morning? Come to a class and learn
Have your read the labels on store-bought personal care techniques to style your daughter’s hair. Hairstyles will be
products lately? Toxins are all around us. We can’t avoid taught while you spend time bonding with your little girl.
them all but we CAN take simple steps to avoid many. We’ve Please bring your daughter’s favorite hair brush and/or comb.
pulled together some great personal care recipes for you to All other supplies will be furnished.
make in class to take home. Ideas will be shared that get
you motivated and started on the homemade and truly clean Cost for this class is $10 per pair
personal care bandwagon. Monday, January 22
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Cost for this class is $30 Page Art Room 106
Thursday, February 15 Instructor: Jean Wisniewski and staff of After
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Effects Salon
McFall Art Room 112 (Contact the Community Enrichment office for assistance
Instructor: Leanne Bailey in registration for additional child discount.)

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Zeeland Recreation Travel

EXCITING TRAVEL OPPORTUNITIES!

California Coast Cruise
Aboard Princess Cruises
and Grand American Tours

For more information about this trip contact:
Grand American Tours
1-800-423-0247 or www.grandamericantours.com

See the cable cars and Golden Gate of San Francisco.
Explore the paradise that is Santa Barbara with its
beautiful beaches, missions, and Spanish charm. Visit
the gateway to sunny southern California - Los Angeles
and get an inside look at the magic of movie making at
Universal Studios. Wonder at the infinite Mediterranean
climate and friendly atmosphere.

Rates starting at $1,897 per person, double
occupancy including airfare from Grand Rapids
Spetember 30 - October 7, 2018

Islands of New England: Irish Splendor:

For more information For more information
about this trip contact: about this trip contact:
Connie Haywood at Connie Haywood at
River Bend Travel River Bend Travel
269-945-9852 269-945-9852

with Collette Tours with Collette Tours

New England’s miles Savor a true taste of
of sandy beaches, “Irish Splendor” when
majestic coasts, and you spend the night in
rolling surf invite relaxation. The Islands of New England a stately castle. Relax by a roaring peat fire. Stand in awe
tour spends eight days exploring New England’s charms, on the Cliffs of Moher. Tour rollicking Dublin and share a
from the cobblestone streets of Nantucket to a dry harvest conversation with the locals at a pub featuring traditional Irish
cranberry bog. Step back in time at Plimoth Plantation to entertainers. Sip on the “Water of Life” at a whiskey distillery.
sample traditional recipes from that period, learn some Pilgrim Visit Christ Church Cathedral, one of Ireland’s most historic
etiquette and enjoy a Thanksgiving feast where you’ll learn to buildings. Explore the spectacular Dingle Peninsula and drive
“eat like a Pilgrim.” In Provincetown, the choice is yours – set the Slea Head road for majestic coastal views. Gaze upon
out on a whale watch cruise or embark on a scenic adventure the historic Rock of Cashel. Visit the famous Gap of Dunloe
through the iconic sand dunes of the Cape. Visit Boston where you can shop for traditional Irish goods. Meet a local
and Providence, the Gilded Age mansions of Newport, the family and enjoy tea and scones at their farm. Kiss the Blarney
lively artist colony of Provincetown, and the beautiful islands Stone at Blarney Castle. From the breathtaking sights of Kerry
of Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket. Complete your New to the historic Rock of Cashel, gaze across the countryside
England experience as you indulge in a traditional seafood and culture of Ireland.
and lobster feast.
$2,549 per person/double occupancy, land and air out of
$2,999 per person/double occupancy, land and air from Grand Rapids
Grand Rapids
November 7-14, 2018
August 3-10, 2018

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THORNAPPLE KELLOGG
COMMUNITY ENRICHMENT AND SENIOR CENTER!

TK Community Enrichment and Senior Center is located in the Thornapple Kellogg High
School, 3885 Bender Rd., southeast corner of the building. This center is available for our
senior community members as a place to meet, enjoy a variety of activities, join in service

projects and various workshops on alternate Thursdays.

To access the parking for the center, use the driveway to the athletic lobby parking lot.
Use the entry door nearest Bender Road.

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55+ and Fabulous

Please call 269-795-5578 or email [email protected] with
any questions regarding our Senior Center activities.

TK SENIOR CENTER
SCHEDULE

November 16 - Open Activities 10 am -12 noon
11 am-12 noon Tony Stein, TK School Resource Officer
Security Q & A

November 30 - Open Activities 10 am -12 noon
11 am-12 noon Bill Dubbs, COA Technology
Skyping and Facebook- Keeping in touch

December 7- Open Activities 10 am -12 noon
11 am-12 noon State Bar Association of Michigan
“Who Should You Trust: Avoiding Estate Planning Mistakes”

December 21 - Open Activities 10 am -12 noon
11 am-12 noon Lisa Thatcher, MSU Extension
Eat Healthy, Be Active

January 11 - Open Activities 10 am -12 noon
11 am-12 noon Marcy McCoy and Gina McMahon, YMCA
Barry County Moving for Better Balance and Enhance
Fitness demonstration and discussion

January 25 - Open Activities 10 am -12 noon
11 am-12 noon Andrew Brown, Collette Tours
Travel opportunities and slideshow

February 8 - Open Activities 10 am -12 noon
11 am-12 noon Allison Jerstadt, Easter Seals of Michigan
Senior Reach program presentation and discussion

February 22 - Open Activities 10 am -12 noon
11 am-12 noon Lisa Thatcher, MSU Extension
Eat Healthy, Be Active

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LUNCH AND LEARN: FREDERIK MEIJER
FORESTS OF THE FUTURE GARDENS

Friday, November 17, 9:45 am - 1:45 pm CHRISTMAS AND
HOLIDAY TRADITIONS
The presentation will concentrate on climate change, AROUND THE WORLD
damage caused by emerald ash borer, and diseases such
as oak wilt and beech bark disease which are transforming Monday December 11, 12:30 pm - 4:00 pm
our forested landscapes. Join Shawn Kelly of the USDA
Natural Resources Conservation Service and Barry Excitement surrounds this time of year as the annual
County District Forester Ben Savoie as they discuss the Christmas and Holiday Traditions Around the World
changes that are happening to our forests today and what exhibition brings the glow of nearly 400,000 lights, strolling
landowners in Barry County can do. Even non-land owners carolers, visits from Santa, rooftop reindeer and more
would find this an interesting presentation to attend. than 40 international trees and displays. Honoring holiday
cultures around the world, Meijer Gardens focuses on the
Bus will leave at 9:45 am for Pierce Cedar Creek Institute authenticity of holiday traditions.
from the TK Senior Center located in TK High School.
Please use the Athletic Lobby east entrance (off Bender Bus will leave the TK Senior Center at 12:30 pm and return
Road). A chef prepared lunch will be provided after the at approximately 4 pm.
presentation. We will be returning at approximately 1:45 pm.
Cost for this activity is $20. Please register online or call
Cost for this activity is $20. Please register online or call 795-5578 to register before December 7.
795-7758 before November 13.

HOLIDAY LUNCHEON AND
CONCERT

Wednesday, December 6, 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Gun Lake Community Church
12200 West M 179 Hwy, Wayland, MI 49348

Doors will open at 11:30 am with the luncheon beginning
at noon. Entertainment will be provided by the Thornapple
Kellogg High School Honors Choir, directed by Laura Oprea.
There is no charge for this event, but a $5.00 donation at
the door would be appreciated. Please register online or call
795-5578 to RSVP before December 1.

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55+ and Fabulous

LUNCH AND LEARN: HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL
MICHIGAN’S ENERGY “CINDERELLA”
ECONOMY - PRESENT
AND FUTURE Thursday, March 8, 6:15 pm - 8:30 pm
Thornapple Kellogg High School Cafeteria and
Friday, January 26, 9:45 am - 1:45 pm Auditorium

A chef prepared lunch will be provided after the Seniors residing in the Thornapple Kellogg School district
presentation, and we will be returning to TK at approximately are invited to the dress rehearsal performance of this year’s
1:45 pm. The presentation will discuss how energy has spring musical “Cinderella.” A pre-show reception will be
been at the forefront of our national dialogue this past held at 6:15 pm in the High School cafeteria, followed by the
year from the war on coal to the Paris Climate Agreement. dress rehearsal beginning at 7:00 pm. There is no cost for
Michigan, in particular, is among the top 10 states in the this enjoyable evening.
nation in terms of total energy consumption. Join John
Richter, co-founder of the Institute of Sustainable Energy
Education, as he helps identify the issues surrounding
energy production in Michigan, current consequences and
benefits of energy sources and changes in their production,
and future energy options for Michiganders.

Bus will leave at 9:45 am for Pierce Cedar Creek Institute
from the TK Senior Center located in TK High School.
Please use the Athletic Lobby east entrance (off Bender
Road). We will return approximately 1:45 pm.

Cost for this activity is $20. Please register online or call
795-7758 to register before January 22 .

WALK AND TALK WITH
A TK SCHOOL BOARD
MEMBER

Monday, February 12, 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Middleville Village Pavilion

Bundle up, enjoy the fresh air, and a take a short walk on the
Paul Henry Trail. Enjoy the opportunity to talk with one of
our TK school board members. This would be a great time
to ask questions about the schools and get to know our
school board. Join us after the walk to warm up with some
coffee or tea at Champs. Walking sticks will be available for
your use during the walk. Walking sticks were purchased
through a generous grant from the Gun Lake Women’s Club.
Note: In the event of poor walking weather, we will skip the
walk and meet at Champs for coffee and tea at 10:45 am.
Registration not required.

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