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Here’s What Is HappeningAugust 1, 2024
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Updates Coming Soon to Online RegistrationWe want to inform you that there will be an update to MyActiveCenter (MAC), the system we use for online registration. The updated site will have a new look and we hope that our users will find it more user-friendly and easier to use. If you already use MAC for online registration, you can watch this video for an overview of the updates and changes. If you are new to using MAC, you can watch this video that provides an introduction to the system. Please remember that you must be a member of the Portage Zhang Senior Center and have a keytag that provides your ID number to access the system. You should see the updated MAC site early next week. If you have any questions about the online system, please reach out to a PZSC staff member. We are here to assist you. |
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Euchre Group Expands to Sundays!Exciting news! We are thrilled to announce that we are now offering Euchre on Sundays due to popular demand, starting September 8! The playing time will be from 2:30 to 5 pm in rooms 2A & 2B. We are also looking for a group leader for the new Sunday group. If you are interested, please reach out to Rob Perry at (269) 329-4553. Looking forward to having a great time together! |
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Returning the Favor - A Conversation about Caring for Loved Ones When They Cannot Care for Themselves Tuesday, August 6 6 – 7:30 PM Free and Open to the Public Presented by: Robert Weir Join us as Robert Weir, author, writer, and editor, presents “Returning the Favor.” This presentation is an audience participation discussion about caring for loved ones, such as aging parents and family members with disabilities. Registration required. To register, please call (269) 329-4555. |
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Ceramics: Sgraffito Tiles Tuesday, August 6 1 – 3 PM $30 Members / $35 Non-Members Instructed by: Kimberly Barrett Have you always wanted to try your hand at ceramics? Join us as ceramicist Kimberly Barrett teaches this beginner class on the Italian art of sgraffito! Together, we will look at sgraffito style ceramics, discuss how this technique is applied on clay with underglazes. We will walk through the clay process, and students will try different clay tools and learn hands on how they can be used to scrape away underglaze to create their own sgraffito ceramic tile. Final pieces will be bisque fired, coated with clear gloss and glaze fired by the instructor. To register call (269) 329-4555 |
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BeSMART Gun Safety PresentationThursday, August 8 2 – 3:30 PM Free and Open to the Public Are you a gun owner? Do you know someone who is? If so, please register to attend this very important program on gun safety to prevent shootings by children. The Be SMART campaign was launched in 2015 to promote responsible gun ownership in order to reduce the deaths, injuries and trauma that can result when a child or teen is able to access a gun. Participants will receive handouts and a free gun lock. Please register for this program by calling (269) 329-4555. |
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Zen & Zest- Yoga & SpiritsFriday, August 911 AM - 12 PM$10 Members / $15 Non-Members Price includes 1 hour yoga session and 1 alcoholic beverageInstructor: Melissa StoutHeld outdoors in the PZSC Courtyard, unwind and indulge in our yoga & spirits class, a blend of rejuvenating yoga with a touch of indulgence. Over one hour, you will stretch, immersing yourself in gentle yet invigorating yoga flows. This class is open for all levels and no prior experience is necessary. Join us and raise a glass to your well-being! To register, please call (269) 329-4555.
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 *Increased cost due to the amount of clay required for this project.
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Clay Slab Mugs / Cups Two Day/Time Choices:Tuesday, August 13, 1 – 3 PM $35 Members / $40 Non-Members Instructed by: Kimberly Barrett Join ceramicist Kim Barrett who will lead you through the process of creating your very own hand built ceramic slab mug / cup. This project should only take two hours of working time in which you will construct and embellish your slab mug. You’ll then choose from a select group of glazes to be completed by the instructor. No previous knowledge necessary. *Please note: Ceramic clay is very different from polymer clay and air-dry clay. After around a week of drying time, your mug/cup will be fired & glazed by our instructor. At a later date, you will pick up and enjoy your own usable work of art. Registration required by calling (269) 329-4555.
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Centenarian Brunch - 100 Trips Around the Sun: A Centennial Celebration of Timeless JourneysThursday, August 1511 AM – 1 PMWe are delighted to invite you to the Centenarian Brunch! This year’s theme is "100 Trips Around the Sun: A Centennial Celebration of Timeless Journeys." This event is a tribute to individuals who have celebrated or are celebrating their 100th year. It's a day filled with honor, reflection, and joy as we reflect on a century of incredible experiences, wisdom, and timeless journeys that have brought us together. We are reaching out to centenarians and their families, and we hope you will join us for this wonderful celebration. Whether you are turning 100 this year or have already begun your second century, we want to honor you. This is a chance to share your life's journey, connect with other centenarians, make new friends, and create lasting memories. Let's work together to make this Centenarian Brunch an unforgettable gathering, celebrating lives that have journeyed 100 times around the sun and are now embarking on the next adventure. Your presence will be the most precious gift, and your stories will be the most cherished celebration. Please contact us at (269) 329-4555 for more details about the event.
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Pelvic Therapy 101Presented by: Ivy Rehab Physical TherapyThursday, August 155 – 6 PMFree: Call to register at (269) 329-4555Have you ever wondered, what exactly is your pelvic floor? Or what you personally experience day-to-day is normal or healthy? Join us for an informative pelvic floor 101 night with topics being included: pregnancy/postpartum, urinary incontinence, constipation, diastasis recti, pelvic pain, tailbone pain, prostate dysfunction, and more! This is a presentation and question format, so come with your questions, thoughts, or concerns on which you’d like more information! |
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Fun Walks - New Times for Summer!Wednesday, August 2110 AM – 12 PMFree- Call to register at (269) 329 – 4555Join us and other PZSC members for a fun walk through Portage. Plan to meet at 10 AM to sign in at the South Parking Lot at Portage Creek Bicentennial Park. Group Leader Lynn will have a sign held up so people can see where to gather. Walkers can complete the whole route of about 3 miles round trip or turn back at any time. The walk will begin at 10:15 AM. Be sure to wear comfortable and sturdy shoes, and sunblock is recommended. It is hot in August, so be sure to have hydration! See you there! |
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Michigan Secretary of State Mobile OfficeWednesday, August 21 10 AM – 3 PM Hey PZSC members! Guess what? The Secretary of State Mobile Office is coming back to the Portage Zhang Senior Center! The Mobile Office is a full-service Secretary of State branch capable of processing Secretary of State transactions, including State IDs, driver and vehicle transactions, license plate renewals, voter registration. If you’re looking for simple service with a smile, schedule your appointment today. To book your appointment, call PZSC the Reception Desk at (269) 329-4555. |
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Karaoke Night with DJ Hurricane Thursday, August 22 4 – 6 PM $10 and Open to the Public Come down to the PZSC for an evening of fun, singing, and dancing! Channel your inner superstar to belt it out for this special karaoke event featuring DJ Hurricane. DJ Hurricane is the karaoke master and always puts together a fun and relaxed evening. Scared to sing? Then come to support those who do and dance! Whatever you do, don’t miss out on this sure to be a hit night. Water and pop provided. Cash bar will be available. Registration is required by calling (269) 329-4555. |
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ThinkFirst to Prevent Falls Thursday, August 221 – 3:30 PMFree- Call to register at 269-329-4555 ThinkFirst to Prevent Falls is a free two-hour presentation on the basics of fall prevention for older adults. Topics covered include fear of falling, safety inside the home, community safety, exercise and many more. Participants are given resources for more extensive classes, exercises classes and other supporting programs to take advantage of in their community. This program is generously provided through Bronson Methodist Hospital.
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Eat Move Groove Book Launch- Meet the Author!Click HERE to meet the Author!Wednesday, August 28, 2 – 3 PMAre you looking for simple, positive ways to boost your health and wellness and enhance longevity? Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and Eat Move Groove author Susie Kundrat will discuss how Eat Move Groove came about and offer quick tips and ideas you can put into place today to eat well, move well, and stay healthy throughout life. Susie is a nationally known expert in health and wellness and will kick off her Eat Move Groove Book Tour with this workshop! Come join in on the fun! |
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Travel Presentation – ColletteThursday, September 5, 2024 3-5 PM Registration Requested Register for an in-person presentation with Ed Mckenna of Collette at the PZSC. Join us to learn about the fun and exciting trips offered through Collette for 2025. Ed will be presenting details on Iceland’s Magical Northern Lights, South Africa, Victoria Falls & Botswana, and France Magnifique! Spots are limited. Call 269-324-9239 to register. |
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Travel Presentation – Premier World Discovery Wednesday, September 25, 2024 1-3 PM Registration Requested Register for an in-person presentation with Tracey Schenk of Premier World Discovery at the PZSC. Join us to learn about the fun and exciting trips offered through Premier World Discovery for 2024 & 2025. To finish 2024 Tracey will be presenting details on Music Cities Christmas, and New Orleans Holiday. She will also present 2025’s Colorful Costa Rica, Puerto Vallarta, Sunny San Diego, England, Scotland, & Wales, National Parks & Canyons of the Southwest, Yellowstone & the Wild West, Nova Scotia & the Canadian Maritimes, Colorado Rockies, Rails & Western National Parks, and Best of Australia & New Zealand! Whether you enjoy staying stateside or traveling abroad, we will surely have something for everyone. Spots are limited. Call 269-324-9239 to register. |
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Travel With the PZSC!Bi-Weekly Highlights- 9/10 Allegan County Fair, Allegan, MI $25 M / $30 NM (Minibus) Spots Available
- 9/18 Gilmore Car Museum-Wednesday Night Cruise-In, Hickory Corners, MI $20 M / $25 NM (Minibus) Spots Available
- 9/26 Pierce Cedar Creek (Plant Hunters Program, Five Senses Hike, The Fungus Among Us), Hastings, MI $70 M / $80 NM (Minibus) Spots Available
- 10/10 Arab-American Cultural Experience, Dearborn, MI $130 M / $140 NM Spots Available
- 11/08 The Piano Guys at Miller Auditorium, Kalamazoo, MI $90 M / $100 NM (Minibus) Spots Available
- 11/14 Dear Evan Hansen at Miller Auditorium, Kalamazoo, MI $90 M / $100 NM (Minibus) Spots Available
- 12/04 Zehnder’s Jolly Holidays of Christmas, Frankenmuth, MI $155 M / $165 NM Spots Available
- 12/11 Mannheim Steamrollers Christmas at Miller Auditorium, Kalamazoo, MI $90 M / $100 NM (Minibus) Spots Available
To view all the PZSC Travel opportunities please visit the Travel page on our website! |
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REMINDER: Cancellation/ Refund Policy for Classes & ProgramsPlease make sure to register early for all programs and classes offered by PZSC to ensure you get a spot and to avoid the cancellation of classes due to low enrollment. Effective immediately, the PZSC Cancellation Policy requires a 72-business hour (3 days) notice for all cancellations of classes and programs. If you need to cancel your reservation in a class, please do so at least 72-business hours in advance of the scheduled start time. Failure to provide the required notice will result in no refund or credit. Refunds will not be given after a program has begun unless there is a valid medical concern or emergency. However, if the cancellation is due to the discretion of PZSC, including weather advisories or instructor illness, a partial credit will be placed into the member’s account. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in this matter. Please note that the cancellation/refund policy for travel-related reservations are handled differently. |
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