Loree Rackstraw June 27 Luther Erickson June 30 Don Kirts July 5 Ruth Greenwald July 6 Carol Arendt July 9 Victor Graden July 11 INFORMER Friday, June 27, 2014 Chapel: Every Tuesday, at 10:00 a.m. in Carman Center Coffee, tea & fellowship preceding Chapel at 9:30 & again at 10:30 following the service. Video tapes/ DVD s available from Shane Estes. SERVICE LEADERS: July 1 July 8 Steve Lovig July 12 Erma DePauw July 13 Carol Nielsen July 13 Walda Gustafson July 14 Louise McLain July 15 Elsie Johnston July 16 Orlan Mitchell, Retired UCC Minister John Noer, Retired UCC Minister Deena Wellborn July 20 Harley Henry July 22 Joan Landkamer July 22 Doris Pearce July 23 Miriam Baumann July 25 John Marwin July 29 Chaplain Christine Tinker may be reached at 990-9062 - If you would like a visit or would like to talk with me please call me anytime day or night. E-mail address: ctinker@mayflowerhomes.com. Chaplain Len Eberhart is at Beebe Tuesdays and Wednesdays and available by phone 641-990-3861. Len s ministry is primarily with the Beebe residents. Health Center Worship Service - Sundays at 10:00 a.m. in the Health Center Dining Room. All are welcome! Between the Bookends: Deepak Chopra bases his Buddha on the widely accepted outline of his subject s life. From his birth in India in 563 B.C.E., the king, his father, shields Prince Siddhartha from all suffering. But the prince leaves this luxurious existence to find enlightenment as Gautama, a wandering monk. After years of self-inflicted depravation, he discovers The Truth while sitting under a fig tree and becomes the Buddha, whose teachings reach around the world. Skeletons at the Feast by Chris Bohjalian is a masterful love story set against a backdrop of epic history and unforgettable courage. In the waning months of World War II, a small group of people begin the longest journey of their lives. At the center is Anna and a Scottish prisoner of war. But he is the enemy and their love must remain a closely guarded secret. This is a bittersweet story of romance, war, and death inspired in part by a real diary. New Books China Dolls by Lisa See, Fiction (LP) Me Before You by JoJo Moyes - Fiction The Silkworm by Robert Galbraith (really Harry Potter author), Mystery (LP) Busy In The Cause (Iowa, The Free State Struggle..) by Lowell J. Soike, Historic
PEARSON OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED ON FRIDAY, JULY 4th ACES (Adult Community Exploration Series), a partnership between Grinnell College and the Community Education Council. There is no tuition charge, but we would like to know the size of the classes for administrative purposes. The two-class courses are: July 9, 16 The Dustbowl by Mike Guenther July 23, 30 A Time to be Born and a Time to Die: Aging and Social Justice by Karla Erickson. TO REGISTER for the classes of your choice, call 641-269-3178 or email your registration information to: calendar@grinnell.edu. with your name, address, phone, and email. If you have questions, contact Joanne Bunge-jbunge@mayflowermail.net. MRA FUND DRIVE STANDS AT $7,890.00 With contributions from 79 gifts, totaling $7,890.00, the 2015 fund drive is winding down. The contribution box will remain on the Pearson desk until after the July Social Security checks arrive for any last minute donations. With 100% response, the Edwards folks claim first place in full participation. Congrats! CHUCK WAGON CONSTRUCTION UNDERWAY With only seven weeks until the big Chuck Wagon Dinner, work has begun on the new Bar M Ranch chuck wagon, which will pull into the Mayflower Community on Tuesday, August 12. We ve scheduled an appearance of the Sons of the Pioneers, but wonder if there is a closet yodeler hiding out in the area? If so, please contact the MRA Social Committee! Bob Anderson, 236-3827
Open House No gifts please 50th Wedding Anniversary Robin & Shane Estes Saturday, July 5th - 2:00-4:00 p.m. Buckley Dining Room Come celebrate with us Everyone is invited! There will be a short program at 2:30 p.m. Have you noticed that occasionally you re receiving take-out food from the dining room in styrofoam containers again? Oh, no! Styrofoam can t be recycled. New, reusable, environmentally-friendly containers are now available, but they need to be returned to the kitchen after use. Promptly returning the containers will keep the supply flowing. Thanks for helping to keep Mayflower green. Nancy Reinecke for the Green Team
Senior Education Program: Staying up to date on changes and trends in health care is important these days. Join Todd Linden, GRMC president and CEO on Monday, June 30 at the Grinnell Regional Medical Center Senior Education Program. Linden has been leading GRMC for 20 years. He will share insights into healthcare reform on a national level as well as locally. Linden will also bring audience members up to date on news from GRMC. MRA Executive Council Meeting Monday, July 7th, Health Center Conference Room at 2:30 p.m. MRA officers and committee chairpersons will give oral reports. Other members are welcome. MRA Town Meeting Monday, July 21st at 2:00 p.m. ~ Carman Center All Mayflower Community residents are encouraged to attend GRMC Warm Water Exercise Class Mondays & Wednesdays at 9:00-9:45 a.m. We have two openings for water exercise at GRMC, in the month of July, led by certified Wellness Center instructors. Mayflower van transportation is available. Pick-up at 8:45 a.m. at Beebe & Pearson. Van returns to GRMC at 10:05 a.m. to take us home. To register, please contact Independent Living Activities Coordinator Anne Sunday at 236-9041 or annesunday624@gmail.com. Cost is $30.00/month on your Mayflower bill. Book Club in the Game Room at 1:00 p.m. July 18 - Driftless by David Rhodes August 15 - The Beautiful Mystery by Louise Penney Next week s Mayflower Calendar will be available on Thursday, July 3 after 3:00 p.m.
You are Invited To Mayflower s Annual Luau Buckley Dining Room Wednesday, July 16th & Thursday, July 17th Social at 5:30 Dinner Buffet at 6:00 Luau Reservation Slips can be picked up in Buckley Kitchen or reservations may be phoned in to 236-6151 ext. 216 Reservations required by Friday, July 11th Cost $12.00 (Seating will be limited to tables of 8)
The 4th of July Parade will be going past the Mayflower on Broad Street and the Activities Department needs VOLUNTEERS to take wheelchair residents from the Health Center to see the parade. Please come to the Health Center half an hour before parade time if you can help. Come Celebrate Grinnell s 4th of July Parade begins at 5:00 p.m. Parade Route Begins at South East Street (Middle School Area) Turns left on Hamilton (Davis School Area) North on Broad (past Mayflower) All the way to 10th Avenue East on 10th to Penrose Bring Lawn Chairs & Blankets Have a Safe & Happy 4th!
BREAKFAST BUNCH Saturday, 8:00 a.m. June 28 - Meet in Pearson ( SUNDAY SUPPER - CARPOOL LEAVES AT 5:30 P.M. June 29 - Casa Margarita July 6 - Chuong Garden July 13 - Pizza Ranch Join us for good food and good fellowship! WINE & CHEESE PARTY Friday, June 27 at 4:30 p.m. in Buckley Dining Room EVERY MONDAY - 2:00 p.m. TABLE TENNIS in Sports Room. LL HC - men s EVERY TUESDAY, 6:00 p.m.-table TENNIS in Sports Room, LL HC EVERY WEDNESDAY, 6:30 p.m. -GAME NITE in the Anchor- Free ice cream EVERY THURSDAY, 10:00 a.m.-table TENNIS in Sports Room. LL HC - mixed EVERY FRIDAY, 9:30 a.m. -KOFFEE & KONVERSATION-Buckley Dining Rm Theraband Exercise 5 times a week! Monday, Beebe Activity Room at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, Montgomery Lounge at 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, Beebe Activity Room at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, Montgomery Lounge at 3:30 p.m. Friday, Beebe Activity Room at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday & Thursday 11:00 a.m. Exercise Program in the Wellness Center. The Mayflower Poetry Club: The Poetry Club meets on the 2nd Monday of the month. The next meeting will be July 14 at 2:15 in the Bistro. Dean Kayser (Audiologist): Independent residents can make an appointment by calling 236-6676. Dr. Newman (Podiatrist): Call Myrt at the health center desk (ext. 210) to schedule an appointment with Dr. Newman. Dr. McKnight (Podiatrist): To make an appointment call Connie 236-6151 ext 219. Wal-Mart and Grocery Van Trips: The Mayflower van will be making a trip to Wal-Mart, Fareway, McNally s & Hy-Vee each Tuesday at 1:30. Passengers are picked up at Beebe Hall circle drive and Pearson Hall front entrance.
Neighborhood groups for meals June 16 Buckley 2nd, Pearson, Harwich Terrace Southeast June 23 Buckley 3rd, Edwards, Harwich Terrace South July 7 Altemeier, Prairie Pointe, Harwich Terrace North July 14 Buckley 1st, Montgomery, Harwich Terrace East July 21 Buckley 2nd, Pearson, Harwich Terrace Southeast July 27 Buckley 3rd, Edwards, Harwich Terrace South Mayflower Treasure Chest for June is Netia Worley s collection of hats. Come and see this fun and interesting display. Grinnell Farmer s Market In Central Park Iowa grown produce - baked goods - crafts & more! Thursdays 3:00-6:00 p.m. Saturdays 10:00 a.m. to Noon Music in the Park Live music in Grinnell s Central Park Gazebo Thursday, July 3rd at 7:00 p.m. Turlach UR Sponsored by Dental Associates