September 2019 vol. 40

Iosco CountySENIOR CENTERS

HALE310 North Washington

Hale, MI 48739Mon. - Fri. - Meals at Noon

Hours: Mon. - Fri. 9 am - 3 pmHost - Karen DiFilippo

(989) 728-4251

OSCODA/AUSABLE653 State Street SWOscoda, MI 48750

Mon./Wed./Fri. - Meals at NoonTues/Thurs. - Meals at 5:00 pmHours: Mon., Wed. & Fri. 9 am - 3 pmTues., & Thurs. 12:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Host - Tammy Graham

(989) 739-3668

SAND LAKE4059 Indian Lake RoadNa+onal City, MI 48748Mon./Wed./Thurs./Fri.

Meals at NoonHours: Mon., Wed., Thurs., & Fri.

9 am - 3 pmHost - Debbie Tanney

(989) 469-9361

TAWAS312 Newman Street

East Tawas, MI 48730Mon. - Fri. - Meals at Noon

Hours: Mon. - Fri. 9 am - 3 pmHost - Cathy Warnez

(989) 362-6892

Visit our website:www.ioscocoa.org

NewsletterNewsletterIn Home Services • Home Delivered Meals • Congregate MealsDaily Ac%vi%es • Monthly Special Events and Celebra%ons

Senior Citizens

The Song “Proud Mary” sure seems to keep peoplerolling in the Tawas area.

Newsle&er design & layout by:Dana Gorman of Tawas Bay Resources

During the month of July, I attended the Lakeview Manor event featuringDenise Davis and The Motor City Sensation. The band did a great job of enter-taining and also provided ways for people to get involved. Inviting guests up to“thank the veterans” that stood alongside the band was especially heartwarming.Another special activity included allowing guests to come up and sing with theband. The song “Proud Mary” was enough to entice several nursing home em-ployees and a few residents up front to share their talents. It was so fun to seeresidents enjoying the performance and taking advantage of the opportunity toget up and sing one of Tina Turner’s most memorable songs. Ironically, thismonth’s Table Talk topic was favorite songs or lyrics and “Proud Mary” just hap-pen to be on Mary Kiernan’s list of favorites. Number 1 on Mary’s list was “LoveTrain” by the O’Jays and she also listed Gladys Knight’s “Friendship Train” and “Ihad the Time of My Life” from Dirty Dancing. As for me, one of my favorite songs,even though it has no words, is Paul Mauriat’s 1968 song “Love is Blue”. Oddlyenough, back in the 70’s, I would sit in front of the TV in the morning, staring atthe colored bands on the screen...you know the ones that would be on the TVscreen from the end of the evening until broadcasting began again in the morn-ing? Those were the days when TV viewing ended at about midnight or maybe 1am and resumed at around 7 or 8 am. It’s hard to believe there was a time whenTV viewing didn’t take place throughout the entire night. Hearing the song “Loveis Blue” often takes me back to those wonderful days in the 70’s when life was sosimple. Even though I crave the simplicity of the 70’s, it is nice to be able to enjoythe modern conveniences of searching up a favorite song on Youtube.com and lis-tening to it whenever and wherever.Go ahead, type in YouTube.comand listento one of your favorites today or better yet, ask Alexa to play your request.

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IIoossccoo CCoouunnttyy CCoommmmiissssiioonn oonn AAggiinnggJozef Drozdowski • Chairman

Barbara Kaye • Vice ChairmanPam Carroll • Secretary

Beverly McFaul • Jay Maddock Rob Huebel • Ron Kaye

Dale Evilsizer – Executive Director Kathy Freitag – Executive Asst. DirectorCarol Barnes – Administrative Asst.

(989) 728-6484Jeneane Frank (Coordinator) • (989) 728-2206

(Hale, Sand Lake, S. Branch & Whittemore) Janice Fuseek (Coordinator) • (989) 728-6484

(Oscoda and Tawas)Kim Sims (Registered Nurse) • (989) 728-2206

Did You Know?In July 2019, the Iosco County Commission on Agingserved 1725 Congregate Meals at our centers. Weserved 4276 Home Delivered Meals to homeboundseniors. That’s a total of 6001 meals served to IoscoCounty seniors. In July 2019, the ICCOA provided atotal of 758.50 hours for seniors with In Home Serv-ices: 589.5 hours of homemaking, 99 hours of per-sonal care and 70 hours of respite care.

• Nutritionally balanced Congregate Meals as well as Home Delivered Meals

• Homemaking Services for those unable to perform household tasks

• Personal Care Services to assist with activities of daily living

• Respite Services when a primary care giver needs a break

(All of the programs require a client assessment forqualification and are re-assessed every 6 months.)

If you are interested in any of these services or know someone who might benefit from them,

please give our coordinators a call.See Coordinator phone numbers

or call Central Office at (989) 728-6484

SERVICES ICCOA PROVIDES FOR SENIORS

Alzheimer’s Support GroupFor those in need of information & support.

Meetings • 2 pm (2nd Wed. of each month)Iosco County Medical Care Facility

1201 Harris Ave, Tawas City, MI 48763

(989) 362-4424

Harbors Independent and Assisted Living

...Keeping A Safe Watch1010 Alice StreetEast Tawas, Michigan 48730Offering: Beautifully Remodeled Private Rooms & Suites with Bath (which includes additional services)– OR –1 Bedroom Carriage Houses

Jan RangerRN Owner/OperatorIn business 26 years989.362.4655810.744.2327810.348.0752

When preparing meals atour centers, we do not addsalt to ourfood. As weall know,processedp r o d u c t sc o n t a i nsodium. If the recipe callsfor this processed product,it may affect the taste ofyour food. We are requiredby NEMCSA to follow theirdietary guidelines whichbenefits you with a wellbalanced meal.

To all those who dine with us FOR lunch or dinner

Iosco County Parkinson’s Support GroupThis group meets the

3rd Thursday of the month at 10 amTawas Area Presbyterian Church

2095 E. US 23, East Tawas The group is affiliated with the Michigan Parkinson Association.If you have any questions, please call Rachel Haviland at (989)984-5292 or by email: ioscopwp@yahoo.com

Each center is in need of volunteer drivers to assist with

Home Delivered Meals.If you are interested in helping

with meal delivery, Contact your local senior citizen

center host. Karen DiFilippo

HALE (989) 728-4251Cathy Warnez

TAWAS (989) 362-6892Tammy Graham

OSCODA (989) 739-3668

AUSABLE VALLEY COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH

NEW Emergency Services Phone Number 1-800-865-5569

MY BIRTHDAYToday is my birthday and I’m feeling fine.Got a few wrinkles but that’s no crime.That comes with age and old Father’s time.I walk a little slower and use a cane and an umbrella if it looks like rain.Sometimes I forget people’s names which is my downfallBut they remember mine when I don’t recall theirs at all.I do the usual things every dayCook, wash dishes, vacuum and dustliving alone you learn to adjust.I sit for a while and reflect on my pastHow the years have gone by much too fast.But turning 90 I can’t forget cuz it’s the oldest I’ve ever been yet.

Table TalkLast month, we requested your stories about your favorite songs or songlyrics. As usual, Mary Kiernan submitted her top choices which are listedin the front page article along with my top choice. 2 months ago, we gaveour writers an opportunity to share some poetry and in so doing, we havegained another wonderful writer. Ruth Witkowski’s piece entitled “MyBirthday” has a certain whimsy about it and I personally hope that I findmore of her writings in my mailbox in the coming days.

For the month of Octo-ber, we would love to hearabout your favorite booksand why you may have con-nected with that book ANDof course we will acceptmore poetry and anythingelse you feel up to writingabout.

Mail To:Dana Gorman

878 Wadsworth, East Tawas, MI 48730

E-Mail To: Dana@GreatLakesAdv.com

Table Talk Topic

The ICCOA Newsletter is a monthly publication that informs the senior citizens in the Iosco County Area aboutevents and activities that could be beneficial to seniors. It also provides the seniors with the monthly menu at thefour senior centers in Iosco County and for those dependent on Home Delivered Meals. For information and advertising rates, contact Dana Gorman at 989.362.9514 or send email to: Dana@GreatLakesAdv.com

The Love DressThe mother-in-law stopped unexpectedly by the re-cently married couple’s house. She rang the doorbelland stepped into the house. She saw her daughter-in-law standing naked by the door. “What are you doing?”she asked. “I’m waiting for my husband to come homefrom work.,” The daughter-in-law answered. “But you’reNAKED!” the mother-in-law exclaimed. “This is myLove Dress.” The daughter-in-law explained. “LoveDress? But you are naked!” “My husband loves me towear this dress! It makes him happy and it makes mehappy. I would appreciate it if you would leave becausehe will be home from work any minute.” The mother-in-law was tired of all this romantic talk and left. On theway home, she thought about the Love Dress. Whenshe got home, she got undressed, showered, put onher best perfume and waited by the front door. Finally,her husband got home. He walked in and saw herstanding naked by the door. “What are you doing?” heexclaimed. This is my Love Dress.” She replied. “Needsironing.” he said ...and that’s how the fight began!!!

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Tawas City, Michigan 48763989-362-4073

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Auto • Homeowners • Life/Health

772 W. Bay St., East Tawas MI 48730(989) 305-6064

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SLOW COOKER APPLESAUCEIngredients:• 3 lbs. large apples, any variety (about 6 cups)

• 1/2 cup water• 2 (3-inch) cinnamon sticks(optional)

• 1 tbs freshly squeeze lemon juice• 1/4 tsp salt

Equipment needed:• Vegetable Peeler• Chef’s Knife• Cutting Board• Measuring Cup• 5-quart or larger slow cooker

Directions:1. Peel and chop the apples. Quarter them through the

stem, then cut out the cores. Coarsely chop the apples into 1 to 2-inch pieces, depending on how chunky you prefer your applesauce.

2. Place all the ingredients in a slow cooker. Place the apples in a 5-quart or larger slow cooker. Add the water, cinnamon, lemon juice, and salt and stir to combine.

3. Cook the applesauce for 4 hours. Cover and cook on the HIGH Setting for 4 hours, stirring twice during cooking.

4. Puree the applesauce (optional). If you like chunky applesauce, you can skip this step altogether. But if you prefer a smoother texture, remove the cinnamon sticks, then blend to puree the applesauce until it reaches the consistency you like.

5. Cool and store. Let the applesauce cool to room temperature. Store in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

Discoveries For SeniorsNow that I’m “older” (but I refuse to grow up),

I’ll share some things I’ve discovered:I started out with nothing, and I still have most of it.My wild oats have turned into prunes and All Bran.

I finally got my head together; now my body is falling apart.

Funny, I don’t remember being absent-minded.All reports are in; life is now officially unfair.

If all is not lost, where is it?It is easier to get older than it is to get wiser.

Some days you’re the dog; some days you’re the hydrant.

I wish the buck stopped here; I sure could use a few...Kids in the backseat cause accidents.Accidents in the backseat cause...kids.

It’s hard to make a comeback when you haven’t been anywhere.

The only good time the world beats a path to your dooris when you’re in the bathroom.

If God wanted me to touch my toes, he would have put them on my knees. When I’m finally holding all the cards,

why does everyone decide to play chess?It’s not hard to meet expenses...they’re everywhere.

This recipe makes about 4 cups.

SPECIAL NOTES: If you are using an Instant Pot to make this slow cooker applesauce, set the ma-chine to Slow Cooker once the ingredients have been added, increase the heat level to “More”, ad-just the cook time to 4 hours, then seal the lid.

Did you know?

Come in anytime for a touror call Terri at 362-2211, to find out more.

It’s more than just a comfortable place to live.Here at Lakeview Manor,

you or your loved one can enjoyAll Private Rooms, Daily Activities

and Skilled NursingFor peace of mind,

we also o!er a Pre-Surgery Planning Program tohelp you ease your way back to good health.

408 N. 5th Ave. Tawas City, MI 48763

Wed., September11th & 25th

Card Bingo - 11 amMonday, Sept. 16th

Craft Class - 1 pmThurs., Sept., 19th

10:30 amSenior Board

MeetingTues., Sept. 24th • 11 am

Fall Harvest Party

Thurs., Sept. 26thBunco • 11 amMon., Sept. 30thFLU SHOTS

9:30 - 11 am

Mondays9:30 - 11:00 -Tuesdays12:30 -12:30 - 4:00 -5:30 - 6:30 -Wednesdays9:00 -10:00 - 10:00 -11:15 - 12:45 - Thursdays12:00 -1:00 - 3:00 - Fridays9:00 -10:00 -11:15 -12:45 -

Daily Senior Center Activities & Special Events – September 2019

Always available Board Games

Chess/CheckersElectronic Dartboard

Pool TablesOur center is openMon., Wed. & Fri.

9 am - 3 pmMEAL AT 12 NoonTues., & Thurs.

12:30 pm - 6:30 pmMEAL AT 5 pm

Hale Senior CenterMondays9:30 -11:00 -12:30 - Tuesdays9:30 - 11:00 -12:30 - CardsWednesdays9:30 -11:00 -12:30 -Thursdays9:30 -11:00 -12:30 -Fridays9:30 - 11:00 -12:30 -

Corn HoleMystery Game

Corn Hole

Corn HoleTeam Trivia (Sept. 4th/18th)

Tues., Sept. 10th11:00 am

Blood PressureScreening

(2nd Tues. of each month)

Oscoda Senior CenterBridgeCrafts

Duplicate BridgeHand, Knee, Foot Card GameAdult ColoringCribbageWoodcarvers

PinochleTai Chi Chun ExerciseCrafts

Walking & Exercise Club

Sittersize/Yoga w/LorainePinochle

Walking/Exercise ClubLine DancingMini Manicures (Nail Polishing)Sittersize with LorraineEuchre

Tues., Sept., 17th5:00 pm

Birthday Celebration(3rd Tuesday of eachmonth. A celebrationwith those who have

birthdays during the current month.)

Sand Lake Senior Center

Tawas Senior CenterMondays11:00 - Tuesdays1:00 -Wednesdays11:00 - 12:30 -Thursdays11:00 - 1:00 -Fridays11:00 - 1:00 -

Team Trivia

Scrabble

Jingo (Sept., 4th/18th)Euchre

BingoScrabble

Mystery GameEuchre

MON. - FRI. 9:30 am - 11 amWii Golf andWii Bowling All are welcome to join in the fun.

Adult Coloring books and supplies are also available to

use in our Center.

Euchre Every Mon. & Fri. • 12:30 - 3 pmEuchre Tournament is the 1st Monday of the monthPinochle Every Wed. & Thurs. • 12:30 - 3 pmPinochle Tournament is the 2nd Wed. of the monthSewing Class Every Mon. & Wed. • 10 amFor more information or to join the class, Call Connie Nagel at (989) 469-9541

Cake & Ice Cream After Lunch Friday, Sept., 27thJoin us for sweet treats with all the toppings every 4th FridayBlood Pressure Screening Sept. 11th • 11:30 am

2nd Wednesday of each monthChair Volleyball on Sundays at 6 pm We also offer PUZZLES & BOOKS at all times. Feel free to read at the center or take with you.

Tues., Sept. 10th9:00 am

Hale SeniorBoard Meeting

Left, Center, Right Game

Corn HoleSr. Moments Game Cards

Corn HoleGamesBingo

Thurs., Sept. 19th12:30 am

BirthdayParty

ALL CENTERS CLOSED FOR LABOR DAY • MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 2ND

Wed., September 11th & 25th

11:00 • Crafts

Friday, Sept. 13thSuper Ice Cream

Sundae Bar12:30

Monday, Sept. 3rd,10th & 17th

LCR GAME - 11amThursday, Sept., 5th, 12th & 19th • 11 am

BingoMonday, Sept. 9th, 23rd and 30th

Yahtzee - 1 pm

Wed., Sept. 25thFLU SHOTS10:30 bring your insurance card

The Blue Jay is native to North America and resides through most ofthe eastern and central United States. Appealing to the eye, the BlueJay is primarily blue with a white chest and underparts and a blue crest.It has a black, U-shaped collar around its neck and a black border be-hind the crest. Both sexes are sim-ilar in size and beauty with thesame plumage. The Blue Jaymainly feeds on nuts and seedssuch as acorns, soft fruits, arthro-pods and occasionally small verte-brates. It usually gets food fromtrees, shrubs and the ground, al-though sometimes gets insects in the air. Like squirrels, Blue Jays areknown to hide nuts for later consumption. Both male and female BlueJays build the nest in the branches of a tree to protect themselves andthe 2-7 blueish or light brown speckled eggs. Once the eggs hatch, thebabies remain with their parents for one to two months. The Blue Jayis a noisy, bold and aggressive bird. It is a moderately slow flier whenunprovoked and flies with body and tail held level, with slow wing beats.Due to its slow flying speeds, this species makes easy prey for hawksand owls when flying in open areas. The Blue Jay can be beneficial toother bird species, as it may chase predatory birds such as hawks andowls and will scream if it sees a predator within its territory. It has alsobeen know to sound an alarm call when hawks or other dangers arenear, and smaller birds often recognize this call and hide themselvesaway accordingly. Blue Jays may be aggres-sive towards humans who come close to itsnest and if an owl roost near the nest during the daytime, the blue jay mobs it until it takes a new roost.

Ascension St. Joseph Hospital presents

For more informa+on or to register, call 989-362-9301.

Wellness Wednesdays

Slips, Trips & Fall Preven!onFalls are the leading cause of injuries for people

aged 65 years and older.Please join us for this FREE event to learn moreabout reducing your risk of slips, trips and fallsaround your home and when in public areas.

A light lunch will be served.

Wednesday, Sept. 11, 201912:00 - 1:00 pm

Ascension St. Joseph HospitalClassroom A

I hope I can be the autumn leaf,who looked at the sky and lived.And when it was time to leave,

gracefully it knew life was a gift.

Blue Jay

Are you age 55+ and caring for a relative child 18years of age or younger? We may be able to help. TheNational Family Caregiver Support Program offersassistance through Kinship Care dollars.

“A Program for Grandparents RaisingTheir Grandchildren”

• Two requests per year may be made per child• Requests for clothing, tutoring, music lessons, drivers education, sports, scouting, school or church trips/camps may be submitted.• There is a limit of $300.00 per request.Please call ICCOA 728-6484 for more info

KINSHIP CAREPROPER TICK REMOVALIt’s that time of year again and the ticks seem to be out in

abundance. Following are some easy to follow steps to removethose pesky little creepy crawlers.

These guidelines should be followed during tick removal:1. Use fine-tipped tweezers to firmly but gently grasp the tick’s

mouth parts as close to the skin as possible. Try to protect bare hands with a tissue or gloves to avoid contact with tick fluids.

2. Gently pull the tick straight out, being careful not to twist or jerk the tick, as this may cause the mouthparts to breakoff and remain in the skin. You may have to tug gently several times.

3. Immediately after removing the tick, thoroughly disinfect the bite area and wash your hands with soap.

4. Get rid of the tick – if you want it safely out of your life, you can:• Drown it in a container with rubbing alcohol or soapy water• Flush it down the toilet• Wrap it tightly in tape and then throw it out.Whatever you do, avoid the temptation to crush it with your fingers.This is another way you can get disease from it.

SEPTEMBER IS BREAKFAST MONTHBreakfast is very often overlooked, skipped or a low priority aseveryone hurries to get out the door to start their day. If you thinkyou are saving calories by skipping breakfast, think again. Makingbreakfast a part of your morning can help you stay on track tomake healthier choices throughout the day, increase your physicalactivity, curb over-indulging on convenience foods and overeatingat lunch. A healthy breakfast replenishes your body and can havea positive impact on your general health. Check out these tips onwhy a healthy breakfast is important and how to make it happen.

SKIPPING BREAKFAST AND WEIGHT GAIN:• Skipping breakfast may increase your chances for weight gain. Eating breakfast can help reduce hunger and avoid overeating.

• Skipping breakfast may leave you feeling famished, leaving the door open for temptations such as candy, chips and other snack foods.

• When you are at the grocery store, try buying portable breakfast items such as fruit, low-fat yogurt and whole grain breakfast or granola bars for when you are on the go.

THE HEALTH BENEFITS OF BREAKFAST:• Research shows that those who eat breakfast regularly are more likely to have a healthier overall diet.

• Healthy options include whole grains, low-fat dairy, fruits and vegetables.

WHAT SHOULD BREAKFAST CONSIST OF:A perfect breakfast has three components

(totalling around 300 calories):• One serving of a whole grain carbohydrate (carb) (oatmeal,

whole grain cereals and breads)• One serving of a dairy or high calcium food (low-fat milk,

yogurt and cheeses)• One serving of fruit.A serving of lean protein (ham, turkey/soy bacon, turkey/soysausage, egg, peanut/nut butter) in place of the fruit may benefitperson with diabetes whose blood sugar spikes eating the abovebreakfast. Those without diabetes may not benefit from extra pro-tein. A balanced breakfast provides carbohydrates for quick energy,protein for lasting energy andfiber to help keep you full. If youare one of the many people whoskip breakfast, start eating thismonth and make it a routine.Plan ahead to eat breakfast.This means deciding the nightbefore so you will save time inthe morning.

Bay Park TowerNow accep!ng applica!ons for low-income,

elderly, disabled, 62+

304 W. Bay St. • East Tawas, MI 48730

• Rent based on income (eligibility requirements apply)

• One bedroom • Laundry facili+es on site • Small pets ok

• Equal Housing OpportunitySMOKE FREE CAMPUS

Hrs: Mon. - Fri. 8 am-4 pm • Closed 1-2 pm

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GINGERICHFeed & Implements

50 W. M-55Tawas City

(989) 362-3181

Summer Hours: Mon. - Fri. 8 am - 5 pm

Sat. 8 am - 4 pm

Pet Supplies, BirdFeeders & Feedand much more!

APPLE SILLIESWhy did Adam and Eve

leave the Garden ofEden and move to

New York?

She fell for theBig Apple

Sav-Mor DrugsScott Somerfield, Rph Pharmacy Manager/Owner

306 West Lake Street(989) 362-3311

HearUSAFREE 2 Week Trial

(No Purchase Necessary)110 Beech St., Suite C • Tawas City

(989) 362-8196

Bay Park TowersAccepting Applications for

low income, elderly, disabled or 62+304 W. Bay St., East Tawas

(989) 362-4963

Great Lakes InsuranceFor All of Your Insurance NeedsAuto • Homeowners • Life/Health

324 W. Lake St., • Tawas City(989) 362-4073

Lakeview Manor Healthcare Pre-Surgery Planning Program

Come in anytime for a tour408 N. 5th Ave. • Tawas City

(989) 362-2211

Harbors Independentand Assisted Living

Private Rooms & Suites with Bath1010 Alice St., East Tawas

(989) 362-4655

Great Lakes AdvertisingBright Ideas Create a Bright Future

1000’s of Unique Marketing Products379 Wilber Rd. • Tawas City

(989) 984-7999

Schell Hearing36 Yrs of Manufacturing Experience

Hearing Aid Manufacturer & Repair624 Lake Street • Tawas City

(989) 362-0600

Ascension St. JosephSee our ad each month for special

programs and events200 Hemlock Rd. • Tawas City

(989) 362-3411

Gingerich Feed & Implements

50 M-55 • Tawas City(989) 362-3181

YOU COULD BE HERE!Get your business listed

in the upcoming August or December

Directories for only

$12 per issue or $20 for both Issues.

2019 Directory

Oscoda Fields Assisted Living

24 Hr. Trained and Caring Staff5113 Cedar Lake Rd., Oscoda, MI

(989) 569-6766

Tim Hortons Great way to start the day.772 W. Bay St. • East Tawas

(989) 305-6064

ings to do on a Limited Budget – Sept. 2019

Wurtsmith Air Museum Veteran’s Coffee HourHonoring the Service of All Military Veterans

Sept. 26th • 9:00 - 10:00 amDoughnuts donated by Roger’s Family Foods

All Veterans Welcome

French Se)lers in MichiganThe French were some of the first Europeans to visit Michigan.

Gerald Wykes, a re+red museum and nature center director and freelance author and illustrator, will focus on their material

lifeways. Learn about their clothing, farming culture, trapping and the lumberman, voyageurs and fishermen

who helped to se,le our state.Wed., Sept. 18th • 6:30 pm

Rushman Hall (Formerly K of C)821 Newman St., East Tawas, MIFree and Open to the Public

The Early Life of Mary Todd LincolnPam Dawson, storyteller and impersonator will whisk you awaythrough the eyes of President Abraham Lincoln’s First Lady to a+me before the Civil War. Discover her early years from child-hood, courtship, marriage, children, poli+cs to Lincoln’s presi-

den+al elec+on. This is a first person presenta+on that willfascinate the audience by making history come alive.

Wed., Sept. 18th • 7:00 pmArenac County Historical Museum

304 E. Michigan, AuGres, MIFree and Open to the Public

AUTUMN THOUGHTS• Autumn shows us how beautiful it is to let things go.• A fallen leaf is nothing more than a summer’s wave goodbye.• Autumn is the mellower season, and what we lose in flowers, we more than gain in fruit.• Everyone must take the time to sit and watch the leaves turn.• Autumn is the year’s last loveliest smile.