I have a lot of big announcement for you this morning, so we are going to have to dive right in. First, I want to let you all know that our Healthy Living Coordinator, Erika, starts her maternity leave today! We wish her and her family the very best as they welcome their new baby! While we anxiously await Erika’s return (and pictures of her little bundle!!), we will show more videos than usual for some of our fitness classes. Please keep in mind, this is only temporary. Erika will be back before you know it. In the meantime, Emily and Sydney will be doing everything they can to accommodate all the classes they can, but we know that some classes will be impacted by this change more than others. We apologize for any inconveniences and ask that we all exercise just a little patience for the next month or so. For the next big announcement, I want to start by thanking Kohler Company. Due to a very generous grant from Kohler Co., we are able to launch a new check-in system on May 1 st ! There are several perks that come along with this new system: No more pre-registering for every activity. With a few exceptions, you will be able to register during the check-in process on your way to your activity. The new computers are fast and responsive. No more waiting around for it to register that you swiped your card! Find out what room your activity is taking place in right on the check-in screen. For those of you who were with Generations before COVID, you may be comforted to know that we are technically just going back to how our check-in process worked pre-2020. For those of you who weren’t here then, or maybe you don’t quite remember how it used to work, I will be holding a tutorial session THIS FRIDAY at 2:00pm. I will walk you through the process, have it displayed on a TV to ensure everyone can see, and answer any questions you may have about the process, what the exceptions are, and so on. I encourage anyone who is interested in seeing a test-run of the system to join. I’m really excited to show it off and I hope you are just as excited to see it in action. There may be a few growing pains, but together we will get everyone up and running in no time. OK, I still have some other points to touch on, but let’s take a break and look at upcoming events. Remember, after May 1 st , you will not need to pre-register for any of these activities unless it specifically says otherwise. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Monday, April 22 nd , 10:00am – Earth Day Clean Up Celebrate Earth Day at Generations! We’ll be spending an hour picking up trash and debris around our property. Show the Earth some love and make a difference with us! All who are interested should meet on the patio at 10am. Monday, April 22 nd , 11:00am – Veterans’ Chat The lunch special will be spaghetti and meatballs. Remember, this month we started holding Veterans’ Chat twice per month. Thursday, April 25 th , 12:00pm – Fireside Chat Greg is holding another Fireside Chat for anyone who wants to join. We’ll be talking all things Generations. Make sure to bring your questions, ideas, and curiosity as we explore where we’re at this year and what we still have coming. Friday, April 26 th , 2:00pm – Check-In System Tutorial As I mentioned above, anyone and everyone who is interested in seeing our new Check-In system in action is welcome to join. If you aren’t able to make it, we will have hand-outs available starting Monday, April 29 th . Saturday, April 27 th , 10:00am – 1:00pm – Drug Take Back with Plymouth Police Department Officers with the Plymouth Police Department and Generations volunteers will be here for a few hours Saturday morning for Drug Take Back day. Bring your old medications for safe, easy, and secure disposal. Make sure to have all the original labels and/or packaging if you can. For questions, please contact the Plymouth Police Department at their non-emergent number. Tuesday, April 30 th , 1:00pm – Great Marriages Information Session We’ve all seen the clever billboards around the county, but what exactly does the Great Marriages organization do? What kind of services do they provide? Learn more about this great, local organization and bring your questions to this info session. Tuesday, April 30 th , 1:00pm – Tech Talk with Spencer Join us for April’s Tech Talk with Spencer. Space is limited and these events tend to fill up quick, so let us know ASAP if you would like to join. Tuesday, April 30 th , 5:00pm – Consumer Protection Series: Safe Online Shopping The Wisconsin Bureau of Consumer Protection will present information on safe online shopping. Learn how to avoid scams and keep your personal information safe when buying online. We will cover the following topics: Online Shopping Scams, Wi-Fi, internet access, payment methods, and shipping considerations. This event is free and open to the public. No need to RSVP! Thursday, May 2 nd , 10:00am – Mini Golf League Begins! Join Generations at Tom & Jerry’s Mini Golf here in Plymouth for the beginning of Mini Golf League! Sarah with Tom & Jerry’s always organizes a great summer-long competition for our league, you won’t want to miss out! Thursday, May 2 nd , 1:00pm – Writing Club Due to scheduling conflicts, the Writing Club will be meeting on a different date in May. The meeting time will go back to the second Thursday in June. Friday, May 3 rd , 1:30pm – Movie Matinee: What Happens Next (2023) Ex-lovers (David Duchovny and Meg Ryan) get snowed in at an airport overnight. Indefinitely delayed, they find themselves just as attracted to and annoyed by one another as they were decades earlier. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Now that we know what’s coming up, here are a couple more tid bits for you this morning. First, on May 15 th , we will be hosting Dave and Friends from 11am – 1pm. Dave and Friends is a fun, interactive musical group that plays Pop Songs from the 50s, 60s, 70s, and 80s. When I say interactive, I mean it! Dave asked us to ask you if anyone wants to get involved. Specifically, do any of you want to request a specific song? Would you like to volunteer to sing a specific song? Would anyone like to share a joke with the audience? Or would anyone like to request a Polka or a Waltz song to dance to? If you are interested in any of this, let Joa or me know ASAP. We will get with Dave and he will get your requests worked into the program. It’s going to be a really fun afternoon! Lastly, Emily asked me to share with you that she will be at a Parkinson’s Disease conference this coming Tuesday, April 23 rd . This means we will have videos for both Arthritis Classes (9:30am and 11am) and for our Cardio Fit (7:30am). Walk Fit, Dance, and Tai Chi will not be affected. That should do it for today. Thanks for hanging in there with me. Have a great week, enjoy the spring weather while it lasts, and talk to you again next Monday! Meghann

I hope everyone got to get out an enjoy the beautiful weather we had this weekend! My family thoroughly enjoyed it, but probably the happiest creatures in our house were the cats. We actually opened the windows yesterday and when I tell you my cats were sparky, that is a huge understatement. A little bit of fresh air is all it takes to turn them into wild jungle cats! It was good for them, though, and us, and it was just so nice to be able to turn the heat off and feel the breeze…for a little while anyway! On to business! I have some very exciting news for you this morning. We are very happy to announce that individual Tech Talks are back! Spencer, who runs our monthly Tech Talk class, has decided to come every Tuesday to help out. Appointments are available now, so please give us a call and we can get you on the list. Just a heads up, he is only meeting with one person per week, so there will probably be a bit of a wait to get in, but you are always welcome to attend the class on the last Tuesday of every month. Also, in case you hadn’t heard, the Pickleball nets are finally up! Hopefully some got to enjoy the courts this weekend. The nets are up for good so the outdoor Pickleball season has officially started at Generations. As a reminder, member may use the courts for free, but if you bring a friend who isn’t a member, there is a drop box in the shed for their $5 guest fee. And here’s what we have coming up… ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Monday, April 15 th – RSVP Deadline for Supper Club This month, the Generations Supper Club is heading east to Holidays! As always, space is limited, so let us know ASAP if you would like to join. Wednesday, April 17 th – Bring a Friend Day Every third Wednesday is Bring a Friend Day at Generations. You can bring a friend (or two or three) to participate in any activity we are offering FOR FREE! And this month, we have quite a line-up of events for you and your friends to choose from. Check out the very long list of special events taking place this Bring a Friend Day! Wednesday, April 17 th , 10:00am – Yoga with Weights Back by popular demand, Emily will be doing a special yoga session where she will incorporate hand weights into the practice. Let us know if you want to join! Wednesday, April 17 th , 11:00am – File of Life Presentation Don’t let the unexpected get the best of you. Learn how to make informed, empowered decisions in the face of uncertainty. Let us know if you want to join! Wednesday, April 17 th , 12:00pm – Big Brothers Big Sisters Presentation You don’t have to be perfect to be the perfect big brother or sister. Learn all about the Big Brothers Big Sisters program, all the good they do for kids, and how you can get involved. Let us know if you want to join! Wednesday, April 17 th , 2:00pm – Embrace Care Presentation Aging Well can happen naturally, but for the majority of people, it takes work. Learn what is in your control, what isn’t, and the best way to handle all the changes that come with aging so you can age well. Let us know if you want to join! Thursday, April 18 th , 1:00pm – History on the Move The Sheboygan County Historical Research Center is back again for another great local history talk. This month we’ll be discussing the Sheboygan Marsh! Please call, email, or stop in to sign up. Thursday, April 18 th , 5:00pm – Supper Club @ Holidays Friday, April 18 th , 1:30pm – Movie Matinee: My Name is Sara (2022) This movie tells the true-life story of Sara Goralnik, a 13-year-old Polish Jew whose entire family was killed by Nazis in September 1942. After a grueling escape to the Ukrainian countryside, Sara steals her Christian best friend’s identity and finds refuge in a small village, where she is taken in by a farmer and his young wife. Please RSVP in advance to reserve a seat. Monday, April 22 nd , 10:00am – Earth Day Clean Up Celebrate Earth Day at Generations! We’ll be spending an hour picking up trash and debris around our property. Show the Earth some love and make a difference with us! All who are interested should meet on the patio at 10am. Monday, April 22 nd , 11:00am – Veterans’ Chat The lunch special will be spaghetti and meatballs. Remember, this month we started holding Veterans’ Chat twice per month. Thursday, April 25 th , 12:00pm – Fireside Chat Greg is holding another Fireside Chat for anyone who wants to join. We’ll be talking all things Generations. Make sure to bring your questions, ideas, and curiosity as we explore where we’re at this year and what we still have coming. Saturday, April 27 th , 10:00am – 1:00pm – Drug Take Back with Plymouth Police Department Officers with the Plymouth Police Department and Generations volunteers will be here for a few hours Saturday morning for Drug Take Back day. Bring your old medications for safe, easy, and secure disposal. Make sure to have all the original labels and/or packaging if you can. For questions, please contact the Plymouth Police Department at their non-emergent number. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ One last note for you this morning. We have two raised garden beds still available for someone to use this season. If you are interested or have questions, please contact Dick Fellenz. You can call him at (920) 893-0071. That should do it for now. Have a great week and talk to you again next Monday. Meghann

If you’re at Generations today, you will notice that I’m not here! That’s because I am currently about 8 hours south in Illinois getting ready to see the total solar eclipse. My husband was bound and determined to get our little family in to the path of totality for this ‘once in a lifetime experience’ (I’ve heard that phrase from him a lot regarding this trip!!). So, the three of us are off on an adventure. No worries, though. We are coming home tonight yet and I’ll be back tomorrow. I’m sure it will be an incredible experience, so long as the clouds stay away! Anyway, I’ve got a few non-sun related updates for you. First, I wanted to let you know about another new fitness class here at Generations. You may have heard about Sydney’s Dance Fusion class. It has been insanely popular from day one and everyone has been loving it. Well, Sydney has added another dance class to the mix. Now you can join Chair Dance, a class designed to give you all the fun and exercise of a dance class while you can remain seated. This 30-minute class meets every Monday at noon. Give us a call if you’re interested in joining. And since we’re on the topic of fitness, I also want to let you know that today’s Chair Yoga is going to be a video. Ellen is also off today so we’ll be starting the pre-recorded Chair Yoga class at 1:30pm. Here’s everything else we have coming up… ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Monday, April 8 th , 11:00am – Veterans’ Chat The lunch special will be Salisbury steak with mashed potatoes and gravy. Starting this month, Veterans’ Chat will begin to meet twice per month. Tuesday, April 9 th , 11:00am – 2:00pm – Consumer Credit Counseling It’s Money Smart Week, which is a week set aside to focus on financial literacy. To celebrate, we will be hosting Adult Financial Wellness classes from 11am until 2pm in the Craft Room. New classes will start on the hour. There is no need to pre-register as these are free and open to the public. Tuesday, April 9 th , 12:00pm – Volunteer Open House We are very excited to have our 2 nd Volunteer Open House this week. Similar to last year, we will have many local non-profits here to tell you all about themselves! You’ll learn about their missions, who they serve, and what kind of volunteer opportunities they provide. You’ll also have the chance to do small volunteer projects at each table, giving you a feel for the kind of volunteer work each organization needs. We hope to see you there! Thursday, April 11 th , 10:00am – Intergenerational Art Join the Jungle Cubs for another great intergenerational art project. Please let us know if you want to join. Thursday, April 11 th , 10:00am – 1:00pm – Consumer Credit Counseling If you missed the Financial Wellness classes on Tuesday, here’s your second chance! Again, new classes will start on the hour. Just like Tuesday, this event is free and open to the public. Thursday, April 11 th , 1:00pm – Life’s Lessons Writing Club Friday, April 12 th , 11:00am – Dog Club This month, Dog Club is going on a field trip! We’ll start by meeting at the Sheboygan County Humane Society dog park at 11:00am. If you’ve never been, it’s really beautiful! After some time at the park, we’ll head over to 3 Sheeps Brewing Company for a refreshment after all that play time. Please let us know if you and your 4-legged friend plan to join. Monday, April 15 th – RSVP Deadline for Supper Club This month, the Generations Supper Club is heading east to Holidays! As always, space is limited, so let us know ASAP if you would like to join. Wednesday, April 17 th – Bring a Friend Day Every third Wednesday is Bring a Friend Day at Generations. You can bring a friend (or two or three) to participate in any activity we are offering FOR FREE! And this month, we have quite a line-up of events for you and your friends to choose from. Check out the very long list of special events taking place this Bring a Friend Day! Wednesday, April 17 th , 10:00am – Yoga with Weights Back by popular demand, Emily will be doing a special yoga session where she will incorporate hand weights into the practice. Let us know if you want to join! Wednesday, April 17 th , 11:00am – File of Life Presentation Don’t let the unexpected get the best of you. Learn how to make informed, empowered decisions in the face of uncertainty. Let us know if you want to join! Wednesday, April 17 th , 12:00pm – Big Brothers Big Sisters Presentation You don’t have to be perfect to be the perfect big brother or sister. Learn all about the Big Brothers Big Sisters program, all the good they do for kids, and how you can get involved. Let us know if you want to join! Wednesday, April 17 th , 2:00pm – Embrace Care Presentation Aging Well can happen naturally, but for the majority of people, it takes work. Learn what is in your control, what isn’t, and the best way to handle all the changes that come with aging so you can age well. Let us know if you want to join! (I told you there is a lot going on for Bring a Friend Day!!) Thursday, April 18 th , 1:00pm – History on the Move The Sheboygan County Historical Research Center is back again for another great local history talk. This month we’ll be discussing the Sheboygan Marsh! Please call, email, or stop in to sign up. Thursday, April 18 th , 5:00pm – Supper Club @ Holidays Friday, April 18 th , 1:30pm – Movie Matinee: My Name is Sara (2022) This movie tells the true-life story of Sara Goralnik, a 13-year-old Polish Jew whose entire family was killed by Nazis in September 1942. After a grueling escape to the Ukrainian countryside, Sara steals her Christian best friend’s identity and finds refuge in a small village, where she is taken in by a farmer and his young wife. Please RSVP in advance to reserve a seat. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ By now you’ve probably realized that I’ve changed the system I use to send out the Monday Email. There are several reasons why I’ve made this change. First of all, I hope you like it! Second of all, don’t panic if the images are not loading like you are used to. This system is a bit more advanced, but that also means it’s a larger file type. Some email boxes may not load everything, trying to save you space. If you are looking at this email and upset that you can’t see any of the flyers, have no fear! I can help! Just right click on an empty box where a flyer should be and click ‘Download Pictures.’ It may take a second, but you should be able to see everything after you do that. Side note, you can do the same thing when I send out the Newsletter once a month to see the pictures in those emails, too. If you have questions on what I’m talking about or how to do it, just ask! I’ll be happy to help. Thanks for making it to the end! Have a great week!  Meghann

Welcome back after a long holiday weekend. It was kind of a gloomy weekend, but there were plenty of festivities to keep everything bright. My family had a lot of stops yesterday, each with an egg hunt and basket. It was so much fun getting to watch him and all his cousins running around looking for those eggs. It was even more fun to watch the older kids helping the younger kids, the kids sharing and trading their treats, and just generally being very respectful young people. Don’t get me wrong, there was plenty of screaming and a few tufts broke out, but when you have 4 boys under 10 it’s fine as long as no one starts bleeding! Anyway, I hope you had a nice Holiday as well. Now that we’re back at it, I’ve got a couple of things for you. First, I have an announcement regarding Open Air Club’s 2024 season. We have decided that Generations will not be hosting any of the Open Air Club outings this year. However, that doesn’t mean there won’t be outings! Uptown Social has graciously opened their Open Air Club to Generations members. If you joined this club in the past and want to find out more about this season’s outings, please contact Audrey Sager. You can reach her at (920) 918-8769. Also, I wanted to mention one more time that we are looking for people who are be interested in starting a 500 Rummy card playing group at Generations. If enough people are interested, we will look at scheduling a first meeting to discuss times, days, how often we want to meet, and so on. So, if this sounds like something you would like to join, please let me know! We are always open to new things, we just want to make sure it’s the kinds of things you want. Here’s what we have coming up. Check out April 9 th …it’s going to be a crazy day! ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Tuesday, April 2 nd , 5:00pm – Common Scams & Frauds The Wisconsin Bureau of Consumer Protection will discuss the details of common scams that target seniors, the warning signs of a scam, and what to do if you or someone you know falls victim to a scam or fraud. Helpful factsheets from The Bureau of Consumer Protection will be available. As Wisconsin’s lead agency for consumer protection, the Bureau of Consumer Protection at the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture Trade and Consumer Protection, provides information and education, mediates complaints, investigates cases, and takes enforcement actions to fight fraudulent and deceptive practices that harm consumers and honest businesses. Please let us know if you plan to join. Thursday, April 4 th , 11:45am – Nutrition Talk with Dr. Dan What are probiotics, how much should you really be taking, and which ones should you consider? Ask all the questions you have about this health option and find out what will work best for you. Please call, email, or stop in to RSVP. Friday, April 5 th , 1:30pm – Movie Matinee: Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny (2023) Harrison Ford returns to the role of the legendary hero archaeologist, Indiana Jones, for this highly anticipated final installment of the iconic franchise – a big, globe-trotting, rip-roaring adventure! Please RSVP to reserve your spot. Saturday, April 6 th , 8:30am – Pawsitive Flow: Sprintime Dog Yoga Generations is joining with Safe Harbor, the Sheboygan Humane Society, and Elevate Yoga to bring you another great Dog Yoga session! We have 9 spots open for this event. If you would like to start your Saturday morning with pawsitive vibes, please visit www.generationsic.org to sign up. Just click on the flyer on the home page! Monday, April 8 th , 11:00am – Veterans’ Chat The lunch special will be Salisbury steak with mashed potatoes and gravy. Starting this month, Veterans’ Chat will begin to meet twice per month. Tuesday, April 9 th , 10:00am – Intergenerational Art Join the Jungle Cubs for another great intergenerational art project. Please let us know if you want to join. Tuesday, April 9 th , 11:00am – 2:00pm – Consumer Credit Counseling It’s Money Smart Week, which is a week set aside to focus on financial literacy. To celebrate, we will be hosting Adult Financial Wellness classes from 11am until 2pm in the Craft Room. New classes will start on the hour. There is no need to pre-register as these are free and open to the public. Tuesday, April 9 th , 12:00pm – Volunteer Open House We are very excited to have our 2 nd Volunteer Open House this week. Similar to last year, we will have many local non-profits here to tell you all about themselves! You’ll learn about their missions, who they serve, and what kind of volunteer opportunities they provide. You’ll also have the chance to do small volunteer projects at each table, giving you a feel for the kind of volunteer work each organization needs. We hope to see you there! Thursday, April 11 th , 10:00am – 1:00pm – Consumer Credit Counseling If you missed the Financial Wellness classes on Tuesday, here’s your second chance! Again, new classes will start on the hour. Just like Tuesday, this event is free and open to the public. Thursday, April 11 th , 1:00pm – Life’s Lessons Writing Club Friday, April 12 th , 11:00am – Dog Club This month, Dog Club is going on a field trip! We’ll start by meeting at the Sheboygan County Humane Society dog park at 11:00am. If you’ve never been, it’s really beautiful! After some time at the park, we’ll head over to 3 Sheeps Brewing Company for a refreshment after all that play time. Please let us know if you and your 4-legged friend plan to join. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ That should do it for this week. Have a good one! Meghann 

The calendar and the weather really need to get on the same page! Last week, we celebrated the first official day of spring, and then we got the most snow we’ve gotten all month. Somehow, that doesn’t seem fair, especially with all the kids home on Spring Break this week. We’ll just hope that this is the last of it and we won’t see snow again until next winter. That’ll work, right? Anyways, today is a big day at Generations! Tonight, at 4:30pm, we are hosting our Annual Meeting. If you’ve never attended, you should consider doing so. It’s not a very long meeting, but we go over some really interesting things. We’ll talk about last year’s financials, attendance numbers, and more. It’s almost like the year-in-review, if you will. We will also have quite a few Board Members in attendance, so it’s the perfect opportunity to get a really good look at what happens behind the scenes at Generations. We hope to see you there! In other news, Wendy with Black Sheep Travel is still looking to fill a spot for the Cities of Canada tour! You still have a chance to get in on a trip that’s been sold out for months. It really is going to be a great trip with stops at a ton of great attractions. The trip is scheduled for June and you do need a passport to cross the border. If you are interested or want to learn more, please contact Wendy at blacksheeptravel@yahoo.com . One more thing before the upcoming events. Growing Generations is running a Penny War upstairs and asked us to join the fun! Proceeds from the Penny War will go to Growing Generations Community Committee to be used for the winning room’s prizes, Teacher Appreciation Week in May, and other morale boosters throughout the year. We have our collection jug on the counter, next to the fridge, at the end of the hall. If you need help finding it, just ask! The collection goes until April 5 th . Let’s show the teachers upstairs how much we appreciate them! And without further ado, here’s what we have coming up… ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Monday, March 25 th , 11:00am – Versiti Blood Drive Monday, March 25 th , 4:30pm – Generations’ Annual Meeting All are welcome to join as we discuss 2023. We will give a short presentation, open it up to questions, and then have a small reception with snacks after. We are excited to see you all there! Tuesday, March 26 th , 1:00pm – Apple Tech Talk Series with Spencer Join us for another great Tech Talk with Spencer. This month will be all things Apple Maps. Please call, email, or stop in to sign up. Tuesday, March 26 th , 2:00pm – Hospital Indemnity with Tyler Hau In case you missed the first presentation, Tyler is returning to give this very important presentation a second time. Join us if you missed the firone or st if you want to hear it all again. Just let us know if you’re planning to come. Tuesday, March 26 th , 5:30pm – Nutrition for Parkinson’s with Amy Stinson An expert in her field, Amy Stinson will be here to discuss how nutrition can play a role in your Parkinson’s journey. Bring your questions! And let us know if you plan to join. Thursday, March 28 th , 11:00am – Versiti Blood Drive Friday, March 29 th – Closed for Good Friday Tuesday, April 2 nd , 5:00pm – Common Scams & Frauds The Wisconsin Bureau of Consumer Protection will discuss the details of common scams that target seniors, the warning signs of a scam, and what to do if you or someone you know falls victim to a scam or fraud. Helpful factsheets from The Bureau of Consumer Protection will be available. As Wisconsin’s lead agency for consumer protection, the Bureau of Consumer Protection at the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture Trade and Consumer Protection, provides information and education, mediates complaints, investigates cases, and takes enforcement actions to fight fraudulent and deceptive practices that harm consumers and honest businesses. Please let us know if you plan to join. Thursday, April 4 th , 11:45am – Nutrition Talk with Dr. Dan What are probiotics, how much should you really be taking, and which ones should you consider? Ask all the questions you have about this health option and find out what will work best for you. Please call, email, or stop in to RSVP. Friday, April 5 th , 1:30pm – Movie Matinee: Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny (2023) Harrison Ford returns to the role of the legendary hero archaeologist, Indiana Jones, for this highly anticipated final installment of the iconic franchise – a big, globe-trotting, rip-roaring adventure! Please RSVP to reserve your spot. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ I have one last note for you today. We had a member stop in last week to check if there is any interest in starting a 500 Rummy group. I decided to turn that question over to you. Is anyone interested in playing 500 Rummy? If enough people are interested, we will look at scheduling a first meeting to discuss times, days, how often we want to meet, and so on. So, if this sounds like something you would like to join, please let me know! We are always open to new things, we just want to make sure it’s the kinds of things you want. That’s it for today. Take care of yourself, have a great week, and have a wonderful Holiday weekend!  Meghann

Good Morning & Happy Monday! Did anyone else see white stuff flying around this morning? I don’t know about all of you, but this back and forth, warm and cold business is for the birds! But Spring is coming! The first day of Spring is TOMORROW!! Let’s hope the weather plays along. Of course, there’s always the option to get away for a bit, which leads into my first announcement for today. Wendy with Black Sheep Travel let us know that there is an opening on the Cities of Canada tour! This is your second chance to get in on a trip that’s been sold out for months. And it’s going to be an amazing trip, too! You’ll get to visit a ton of great destinations, see some amazing sights, and even get to take a short cruise on the St. Lawrence River. The trip leaves in June and you will need a passport to cross the border. If you are interested or want to learn more, please contact Wendy at blacksheeptravel@yahoo.com . In other news, this week starts our brand-new Dance Fusion class! This class will offer cardio-based movements with an emphasis on dance components to get the heart pumping. It will start with a nice gentle warm-up including things such as isolations, rotations, arm/leg swings, and stretching. This class will promote balance, help reduce stress, and reduce joint pain and stiffness- while also being great for the spirit and mind! Plus, there will be no floorwork in this class! Our newest instructor, Sydney, set this class as low- to moderate-intensity, so it will be great for people of all abilities. Dance Fusion will meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9:30am. Let us know if you want to give it a try! Here’s what we have coming up: ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Tuesday, March 19 th , 2:15pm – Winter Cornhole League This is the last meeting of the Winter League. Wednesday, March 20 th – Bring a Friend Day Once a month, we invite all our members to bring a friend (or two) to learn about what Generations has to offer. The daily guest fee is waived for all guests on Bring A Friend Day, so they can join a class, play a game, or grab some lunch without having a membership. If you bring a friend, stop by the office to sign in and then join us for a group tour at 11:30am. Wednesday, March 20 th , 11:00am – Hospital Indemnity with Tyler Hau Hospitalizations can be costly, and standard health insurance doesn’t always cover everything. Learn about the different options out there for a safety net. Please let us know if you are interested in joining. Wednesday, March 20 th , 2:00pm – Embrace Presentation Talking to doctors can be intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be. Join this presentation where the experts at Embrace will be discussing how you can prepare for conversations with medical professionals so you get the most out of the conversation. Call, email, or stop in to sign up. Thursday, March 21 st , 10:30am – Hoppy Yoga Class with Growing Generations We are having a special Intergenerational Gym class that includes a bunny! Emily will be leading the adults, kids, and Sugarbuns in a relaxing yoga session. Space is limited and we only have about 6 spots left, so make sure to RSVP ASAP to get a spot! Thursday, March 21 st , 1:00pm – History on the Move The Sheboygan County Historical Research Center is coming for another great history talk. This time, Katie will be giving us a virtual tour of the St. Michael’s Cemetery in the Town of Mitchell. Learn about the area’s history, families, and what makes St. Michael’s Cemetery unique. This is a virtual tour only. The talk will be held at Generations. Let us know if you want to join! Thursday, March 21 st , 5:00pm – Supper Club at Lake Street Café in Elkhart Lake Monday, March 25 th , 11:00am – Versiti Blood Drive Monday, March 25 th , 4:30pm – Generations’ Annual Meeting All are welcome to join as we discuss 2023. We will give a short presentation, open it up to questions, and then have a small reception with snacks after. We are excited to see you all there! Tuesday, March 26 th , 1:00pm – Apple Tech Talk Series with Spencer Join us for another great Tech Talk with Spencer. This month will be all things Apple Maps. Please call, email, or stop in to sign up. Tuesday, March 26 th , 2:00pm – Hospital Indemnity with Tyler Hau In case you missed the first presentation, Tyler is returning to give this very important presentation a second time. Join us if you missed the first one or if you want to hear it all again. Just let us know if you’re planning to come. Tuesday, March 26 th , 5:30pm – Nutrition for Parkinson’s with Amy Stinson An expert in her field, Amy Stinson will be here to discuss how nutrition can play a role in your Parkinson’s journey. Bring your questions! And let us know if you plan to join. Thursday, March 28 th , 11:00am – Versiti Blood Drive Friday, March 29 th – Closed for Good Friday ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ That should do it for today. Have a great week and Happy Spring!  Meghann

Good morning everyone! I have a lot of notes for you today, so I will keep this as short as I can. I’ll start with reminding you all that Sunshine on the Street is this week! If you’ve never been, you should really check it out. It’s heartwarming to see so many from the community come out for no other reason than to bring some extra smiles to the world. To prepare for the event, we will be making our signs on March 12th from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM in the art room, joined by the kiddos from Jungle Cubs. Whether you'd like to assist the kids or create your own sign, we welcome all members to come and join the fun! If you’re interested in checking it out before the big day, watch this video by TMJ4: https://www.tmj4.com/news/local-news/sunshine-on-the-street-spreads-encouragement-and-love-in-plymouth I also have a few fitness-related news to share with you today. First, you may have already known that we launched a Parkinson’s Fitness class, but starting this month, we are also launching a support group. The first meeting will be this week Friday, the 15th immediately after the fitness class. Parkinson’s is a challenging disease, but you don’t have to do it alone. And if you’re a caregiver, you are invited to join too. Healthy Living is about more than work outs, it’s about taking care of the whole person, and support groups are a great way to do that. Contact Emily (enelson@generationsic.org) if you have questions. And in other Healthy Living News, you will be seeing some new faces around Generations. Two new faces, in fact. First, Erika joined Emily a couple of weeks ago. She has mostly been stuck in the office doing trainings, but as of last week, she has started teaching some classes. It has been going great so far and everyone has been enjoying the new energy in class. Second, Sydney will be joining the team as well, with her first official day being today! Sydney will help fill in here and there for our regular classes, but primarily she will be bringing some new classes to Generations. Specifically, DANCE CLASSES!! There will be a few to pick from, ranging from Chair Dance to high-end cardio dance work outs. We don’t have all the details on this quite yet, so keep an eye out for a flyer announcing more on the dance classes. It’s a great time to be at Generations! Wow, that was a lot, and I’m not quite done yet. But let’s look at the upcoming event before I give you a couple more notes. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Monday, March 11th, 11:00am – Veterans’ Chat The day’s special is Taco Salad for $8. Tuesday, March 12th, 10:00am – Intergenerational Art This month we will be working with the kiddos to prepare for the annual Sunshine on the Street event here in Plymouth on the 13th. We will be making and decorating signs for the kids and our members to walk around with for Sunshine on the Street. If anyone would like to help the kids make posters, call or email Joa to volunteer. Tuesday, March 12th, 11:00am – Great Marriages Presentation We’ve all seen the billboards on the roads around Plymouth, but now you have a chance to meet with the people behind the organization! Learn about their organization, what their mission is, and what kind of couples they are looking for to join as mentors. You don’t have to be perfect to help others, and Great Marriages is a great organization to show you just how impactful you can be in your community. Please call, email, or stop in to RSVP. Tuesday, March 12th, 2:15pm – Winter Cornhole League Wednesday, March 13th – March Supper Club RSVP Deadline This month we are heading over to Elkhart Lake to visit Lake Street Café. If you would like to join, please call, email, or stop in the office to put your name on the reservation list. Then, we’ll see you at Lake Street on Thursday, March 21st at 5:00pm. Thursday, March 14th, 10:30am – Proper Posture & Body Mechanics Class Emily will be doing a special class focused on body movement and posture to be mindful of during exercise classes. Having the right posture and using the right movements can make the difference between a healthy, productive fitness class and one that could cause harm. Have your questions ready! Please call, email, or stop in to RSVP. Thursday, March 14th, 1:00pm – Life’s Lessons Writing Club This month will be a self-led writing club as Shannon, the group leader, will be unable to attend. We will have some prompts for you to work with if you would like the extra spark of inspiration. Friday, March 15th, 11:00am – DIY with Caylee Join Caylee and prepare for Easter season by making your own Easter Wreath! For $5, you will get all the supplies you need, instruction from Caylee, and get to keep your creation to take home. Please call, email, or stop in to RSVP no later than the 13th. Friday, March 15th, 1:30pm – Movie Matinee: Gran Turismo (2023) Based on the unbelievable, inspiring true story of a team of underdogs - a struggling, working-class gamer, a failed former race car driver, and an idealistic motorsport exec - who risk it all to take on the most elite sport in the world. Please sign up ahead of time to reserve your seat. Tuesday, March 19th, 2:15pm – Winter Cornhole League This is the last meeting of the Winter League. Wednesday, March 20th – Bring a Friend Day Once a month, we invite all our members to bring a friend (or two) to learn about what Generations has to offer. The daily guest fee is waived for all guests on Bring A Friend Day, so they can join a class, play a game, or grab some lunch without having a membership. If you bring a friend, stop by the office to sign in and then join us for a group tour at 11:30am. Wednesday, March 20th, 2:00pm – Embrace Presentation Talking to doctors can be intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be. Join this presentation where the experts at Embrace will be discussing how you can prepare for conversations with medical professionals so you get the most out of the conversation. Call, email, or stop in to sign up. Thursday, March 21st, 10:30am – Hoppy Yoga Class with Growing Generations We are having a special Intergenerational Gym class that includes a bunny! Emily will be leading the adults, kids, and Sugarbuns in a relaxing yoga session. Space is limited and we only have about 6 spots left, so make sure to RSVP ASAP to get a spot! Thursday, March 21st, 1:00pm – History on the Move The Sheboygan County Historical Research Center is coming for another great history talk. This time, Katie will be giving us a virtual tour of the St. Michael’s Cemetery in the Town of Mitchell. Learn about the area’s history, families, and what makes St. Michael’s Cemetery unique. This is a virtual tour only. The talk will be held at Generations. Let us know if you want to join! Thursday, March 21st, 5:00pm – Supper Club at Lake Street Café in Elkhart Lake ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ As promised, I have a couple more notes before I’m done this morning. First, I want to remind all our Pickleball players that City Hall is closed to Pickleball this week. They are installing new lighting and need the space clear. Normal hours of play will start back up next week. I also want to make a couple of quick comments on the parking lot. We are still seeing cars here and there with their front end hanging over the walk ways. We need to keep the walk ways clear for safety reasons. If someone has a walker or wheel chair, they may not be able to use the sidewalk if half of it is being covered up by a car. We’re also seeing in increase of people parking too close to, or over, the parking spot lines. Parking is at a premium during busy times and we really don’t want one car taking up two spots. So, if you get out of your car and notice you’re too close to/over the line OR you see the front end of your vehicle is hanging over the sidewalk, please return to your car and re-park. It only takes a minute and it will make the parking lot more accessible to everyone. Alright, that’s enough for today. My goodness, that was long. I feel like, if you made it this far, you deserve a medal! Anyway, have a great week and talk to you again next time. Meghann 

I hope everyone is enjoying the unseasonable warmth lately! This weekend was lovely, wasn’t it? I was almost tempted to open some windows in the house, but we’re not quite there yet. Jacob got outside quite a bit, which was nice for him. He even took the dog for a walk, which was comical once he had to figure out the dog bags. Needless to say, I will continue to be walking with them until he gets a stronger stomach! We’ve got a busy couple of weeks coming up, and there are a couple of things I want to point out. First, the Annual Sunshine on the Street is coming up on March 13 th . We will be prepping posters and signs to display and parade around with during our Intergenerational Art Class this month. This is really a fun event and a great way to connect with the kids at Growing Generations and our community as a whole. I’ve got more information on the art class below. And speaking of artistic expression, we have a really neat interactive chalkboard decoration right now. Jackie made a bunch of adorable picture frames out of chalk, but they’re all empty! That’s where you come in. Grab a piece of paper from the dresser closest to the chalkboard and draw a picture of what Generations means to you, how it makes you feel, or of anything else that Generations brings to mind for you. And don’t worry, there’s already a few stick people up there, and there will be a few more once I’ve finished mine. Lastly, Joa asked me to let you know that we will be holding another Tie Blanket event. As a reminder, these blankets are going to children battling cancer at Children’s Hospital and we are working in conjunction with the We Believe organization. If you would like to help tie blankets, we are meeting this coming Thursday the 7 th in the Gathering Room at 3pm. You can stay here to work and socialize or you can take the materials home to work on your own time. Just let us know if you want to help! Here’s what we have coming up… ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Monday, March 4 th , 6:00pm – Slow Flow Candlelit Yoga Emily is back for another Candlelit Yoga! This slow flow will help you unwind after a long Monday. If you’ve attended before, we hope to see you again. If you’ve never been, why not give it a try? Just make sure to call, email, or stop in to let us know you’re coming. Tuesday, March 5 th , 11:00am – Fireside Chat with Greg As we get closer to our Annual Meeting, grab this opportunity to talk with the Director in a smaller group setting. Greg will update you on everything going on and answer any questions you may have. We encourage you to sign up ahead of time so we know how many to expect (and how many to have chairs for!). Tuesday, March 5 th , 1:00pm – HearingLife Hearing Screenings Get a free hearing screening from HearingLife at Generations. They will also be offering free equipment cleanings and consultations. This event is by appointment only and space is limited. Make sure to call ahead to see if there are any openings. Tuesday, March 5 th , 2:15pm – Winter Cornhole League Tuesday, March 5 th , 5:00pm – Consumer Protection Series: Identity Theft We are very happy to announce the launch of the Consumer Protection Series at Generations! This six-part series will take a deeper look at scams, fraud, and other pitfalls that the common consumer needs to be aware of. Join us for the first talk on identity theft. Every presentation starts at 5pm and is open to everyone. Wednesday, March 6 th , 1:00pm – Shamrock Serenade: St. Patrick’s Day Celebration with Live Performance by FrogWater Join us for a St. Patrick’s Day party! Local Celtic band FrogWater will be here and playing a show for us starting at 1:00pm. We will also have an Irish-themed lunch available at Pic A Deli. Let the office or kitchen know by 1pm on March 4 th if you want the special of Irish Stew & half a Reuben sandwich before the show. Lunch will begin at 11:00am. We also want to give a special thanks to Senior Helpers, Glander, and Allay Home & Hospice for sponsoring this event. RSVPs are not required, but pre-orders on the lunch special are. Call, email, or stop in if you have any questions. Thursday, March 7 th , 11:45am – Nutrition Talk with Dr. Dan CBD products are everywhere, but really, what’s the deal? Is it actually beneficial? How is it different from Marijuana? And what does it actually do to the body? Join Dr. Dan as he breaks down the facts and answers your questions on the topic. Please let us know ahead of time if you want to join. Friday, March 8 th , 11:00am – Dog Club with Great Lakes Search and Rescue Join us for a presentation on Search & Rescue Dogs. Learn about the training they go through, what situations the dogs help with, and even get a short demo of their amazing abilities. Unlike every other Dog Club, we ask that you DO NOT bring your pet with you this time. We don’t want to disturb the Search & Rescue Dogs that will be joining us for the presentation. Please call, email, or stop in to sign up. Monday, March 11 th , 11:00am – Veterans’ Chat The day’s special is Taco Salad for $8. Tuesday, March 12 th , 10:00am – Intergenerational Art This month we will be working with the kiddos to prepare for the annual Sunshine on the Street event here in Plymouth on the 13th. We will be making and decorating signs for the kids and our members to walk around with for Sunshine on the Street. If anyone would like to help the kids make posters, call or email Joa to volunteer. Tuesday, March 12 th , 11:00am – Great Marriages Presentation We’ve all seen the billboards on the roads around Plymouth, but now you have a chance to meet with the people behind the organization! Learn about their organization, what their mission is, and what kind of couples they are looking for to join as mentors. You don’t have to be perfect to help others, and Great Marriages is a great organization to show you just how impactful you can be in your community. Please call, email, or stop in to RSVP. Tuesday, March 12 th , 2:15pm – Winter Cornhole League Wednesday, March 13 th – March Supper Club RSVP Deadline This month we are heading over to Elkhart Lake to visit Lake Street Café. If you would like to join, please call, email, or stop in the office to put your name on the reservation list. Then, we’ll see you at Lake Street on Thursday, March 21 st at 5:00pm. Thursday, March 14 th , 10:30am – Proper Posture & Body Mechanics Class Emily will be doing a special class focused on body movement and posture to be mindful of during exercise classes. Having the right posture and using the right movements can make the difference between a healthy, productive fitness class and one that could cause harm. Have your questions ready! Please call, email, or stop in to RSVP. Thursday, March 14 th , 1:00pm – Life’s Lessons Writing Club This month will be a self-led writing club as Shannon, the group leader, will be unable to attend. We will have some prompts for you to work with if you would like the extra spark of inspiration. Friday, March 15 th , 11:00am – DIY with Caylee Join Caylee and prepare for Easter season by making your own Easter Wreath! For $5, you will get all the supplies you need, instruction from Caylee, and get to keep your creation to take home. Please call, email, or stop in to RSVP no later than the 13 th . Friday, March 15 th , 1:30pm – Movie Matinee: Gran Turismo (2023) Based on the unbelievable, inspiring true story of a team of underdogs - a struggling, working-class gamer, a failed former race car driver, and an idealistic motorsport exec - who risk it all to take on the most elite sport in the world. Please sign up ahead of time to reserve your seat. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ I have one last housekeeping item for you today. The Strength Training class is taking a break this week. The class runs for 8 weeks, they take 1 week off, and then start a new 8-week period. Strength Training will be back next week at its normal time. Please feel free to reach out to me or Emily if you have any questions. That’s it for now. Have a great week!!  Meghann

Well, I am again writing to you on a Friday. The same Friday as last time, in fact. I’m not at Generations today but I am back home. Our flight came in yesterday afternoon but, between jet lag, a verifiable mountain of laundry, and missing my little boy, I needed one extra day to settle in. I’m even calling Jacob in sick to school today so we can all be together after a week apart. I don’t have any details on the trip for you, because as I’m writing this I haven’t left yet, but I’m sure I’ll have tons of stories to share when I’m back in the office tomorrow. I don’t have a ton of notes for you today, but there are two worth mentioning. First, it’s that time of year where we start thinking about gardening. At least, we can start planning to think about gardening! As you may know, we have several raised garden beds next to the patio that is open for our members to use. However, we do ask that people sign up to use the plots. Normally, they are claimed pretty early in the year, but this year we have 2 beds available. Both are 8’ X 3’ in size. These plots are available on a first-come-first-served basis, but please keep in mind the responsibility that comes along with the plot. If you claim it, you are also responsible to weed both in the garden bed and the areas surrounding it. If interested, please contact Dick Fellenz at (920) 893-0071. On another plant-related note, Kendall was tending to the plant in the Gathering Room and has found it really needs a new planter. If anyone has a spare pot that’s just collecting dust, let us know! We would also need some extra dirt for when Kendall re-pots it. If you have questions, please feel free to reach out to Kendall for details. Here’s the list of all the upcoming events: ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Tuesday, February 27 th , 1:00pm – Tech Talk Series with Spencer Join Spencer for another installation of his Apple Tech Series. If you’ve never been before, no worries! You can jump in anytime. Call, email, or stop in the office to sign up. Tuesday, February 27 th , 2:15pm – Winter Cornhole League Wednesday, February 28 th , 1:00pm – Fraud Discussion with BMO Stephanie and Sara from BMO Bank will be here to discuss fraud. Who’s a target? What are the tactics? What should you do if you’ve been attacked? Bring your questions and be ready to learn the best ways to protect yourself from fraud. Please call, email, or stop in the office to RSVP. Thursday, February 29 th , 11:45am – Nutrition Talk with Dr. Dan This month, Dr. Dan will be discussing Spring Cleaning for the body. Join us to learn about natural ways to cleanse the body. Please sign up ahead of time so Dr. Dan can plan accordingly. Friday, March 1 st , 1:30pm – Movie Matinee: My Big Fat Greek Wedding Part 3 (2023) After the death of the family's patriarch, Toula attempts to locate her father's childhood friends in Greece for a family reunion. Please call, email, or stop in to reserve your spot. Monday, March 4 th , 6:00pm – Slow Flow Candlelit Yoga Emily is back for another Candlelit Yoga! This slow flow will help you unwind after a long Monday. If you’ve attended before, we hope to see you again. If you’ve never been, why not give it a try? Just make sure to call, email, or stop in to let us know you’re coming. Tuesday, March 5 th , 11:00am – Fireside Chat with Greg As we get closer to our Annual Meeting, grab this opportunity to talk with the Director in a smaller group setting. Greg will update you on everything going on and answer any questions you may have. We encourage you to sign up ahead of time so we know how many to expect (and how many to have chairs for!). Tuesday, March 5 th , 1:00pm – HearingLife Hearing Screenings Get a free hearing screening from HearingLife at Generations. They will also be offering free equipment cleanings and consultations. This event is by appointment only and space is limited. Make sure to call ahead to see if there are any openings. Tuesday, March 5 th , 2:15pm – Winter Cornhole League Wednesday, March 6 th , 1:00pm – Shamrock Serenade: St. Patrick’s Day Celebration with Live Performance by FrogWater Join us for a St. Patrick’s Day party! Local Celtic band FrogWater will be here and playing a show for us starting at 1:00pm. We will also have an Irish-themed lunch available at Pic A Deli. Let the kitchen know prior to March 4 th if you want the special of Irish Stew & half a Reuben sandwich before the show. Lunch will begin at 11:00am. We also want to give a special thanks to Senior Helpers, Glander, and Allay Home & Hospice for sponsoring this event. RSVPs are not required, but pre-orders on the lunch special are. Call, email, or stop in if you have any questions. Thursday, March 7 th , 11:45am – Nutrition Talk with Dr. Dan CBD products are everywhere, but really, what’s the deal? Is it actually beneficial? How is it different from Marijuana? And what does it actually do to the body? Join Dr. Dan as he breaks down the facts and answers your questions on the topic. Please let us know ahead of time if you want to join. Friday, March 8 th , 11:00am – Dog Club with Great Lakes Search and Rescue Join us for a presentation on Search & Rescue Dogs. Learn about the training they go through, what situations the dogs help with, and even get a short demo of their amazing abilities. Unlike every other Dog Club, we ask that you DO NOT bring your pet with you this time. We don’t want to disturb the Search & Rescue Dogs that will be joining us for the presentation. Please call, email, or stop in to sign up. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ That’s it for today. Have a good week and see you soon!  Meghann