Canton Club 55+ Summer to Fall Transition 

It’s hard to believe that Fall will officially start on September 22! Cooler temperatures mean that the leaves will soon be changing colors. We hope that as the weather changes, you will visit Canton Club 55+ for our many activities, classes, and trips!

Join us on September 22 as Canton Club 55+ hosts the Annual Golf Outing at Fellows Creek Golf Club, located at 2936 S. Lotz Rd, in Canton. In the event of inclement weather, the rain date will be held on September 29.

Participants ages 55 and older will enjoy 18 holes of golf, various competitions, breakfast, and lunch followed by an awards ceremony.  Prizes will be awarded to the top teams. Participants can sign up as a team (4 people), a threesome, pair, or as an individual.

When registering, please include the names of your teammates during the check-in process.  If you are registering multiple people, please have their contact info ready (name, phone number, address, date of birth and email address).

Would you like to register for a team activity, but do not have a full team?  Don’t worry, sign up as an individual and we will work our hardest to find a partner/team for you.

Register online at www.cantonfun.org/register or in-person at Canton Club 55+ now through September 11, 2022.

Activity Code: CB2739
Fee: $55R / $60NR
($10 discount if you are a Fellows Creek Member)

CANDID Conversations with Canton Club 55+

Each month Canton Club 55+ features a different captivating member/volunteer and/or staff person in our Candid Conversations! If you’d like to be profiled in an upcoming edition, please call 734/394-5485 or email us at Rachel.dean@cantonmi.gov.

This month we are spotlighting Rachel Dean who is our new Front Desk Supervisor! If you haven’t met Rachel yet, please stop by to say hello. She’d love to meet you. 

Rachel was born and raised in Michigan and has one younger brother who lives in the Cincinnati, Ohio area. Her parents, who also live in that area, have been married for 55 years!! 

Rachel currently lives in Canton with her husband, Dave, and two adorable Yorkshire Terriers, Artie (13) and Coby (8). She enjoys traveling, exercising, gardening, baking, going to the theatre, and playing games and cards. Along with working at Canton Club 55+, Rachel assists a senior twice a week at her home. 

Rachel’s background is in education. In fact, she was an elementary teacher for the Wayne-Westland School District for 15 years. She is enjoying her new pace in life and is excited to work with all of you at Club 55+! We welcome Rachel and are excited that she’s part of our team.

Tennis

Mon, Wed, Fri: Now - October 7
8:30 a.m. -12:00 p.m.
Looking to play tennis with others? Club 55+ reserves time at two local tennis courts for our recreation tennis program. If all courts are full, players are rotated in. Participants are responsible for bringing their own racquets.  
Fee: $44M / $49R / $54NR
Activity Code:  CB1620 Competitive - Griffin Park
Activity Code:  CB1621 Recreation - Flodin Park

Intro to Bid Whist Card Game 

Thursdays, 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Join us to learn how to play this exciting, popular partnership trick-taking game called Bid Whist, which is played with a standard 52 card deck plus 2 jokers. There are 4 players consisting of two teams. The object of the game is to reach a score of 7 or more points, or force the other team to go negative 7 or more points. Points are scored by bidding for and winning tricks, which in this game are called books.
Fee: $0M / $0R / $1NR 
Activity Code: CB3513 

Blood Pressure Screening

Monday, September 12
11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., Parkview
Get your blood pressure checked the 2nd Monday of each month by retired nurse, Mary Pilgrim. Please remember to bring something to record your results on.
Fee: FREE
Activity Code:  CB2121

Oil and Acrylic Painting

Wednesdays, September 14 - November 16
12:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Maple/Oak
Learn the basics in both mediums. Participants will paint from both still-life and photographs, while exploring color theory and design. This class is adjusted for beginners and experienced painters. Class instructed by Durwood Coffey.
Fee: $73M / $81R / $105NR
Activity Code: CL2540

BINGO with Canton Club 55+

Thursday, September 15
2:30-3:30 p.m., Walnut
Join us for our monthly BINGO Program. Fee
includes 8-10 games of BINGO (1 card each). 
Players can only win a prize twice. Refreshments will also be provided. Register by September 9.
Fee: $5M / $5R / $7NR
Activity Code:  CB2525

Ballroom Dancing

Mondays, September 19 - November 7
7:45-9:00 p.m., Maple Room
Learn the basics of the American Foxtrot, Waltz, Rumba and more.
Fee: $77M / $86R / $102NR Couple
        $50M / $55R / $72NR/Single
Activity Code: CL2553

Country Line Dancing

Wednesdays, September 21 - October 26
7:00-7:55 p.m., Maple Room
Learn line dances including: Cowboy Hustle, Watermelon Crawl, Country Cha-Cha & more.
Fee: $35M / $39R / $51NR
Activity Code: CL2544

Latin Line Dancing

Wednesdays, September 21 - October 26
8:00-8:55 p.m., Maple Room
Learn & practice Line Dances with a Latin flair!
Fee: $35M / $39R / $51NR
Activity Code: CL2545

Medicare Assistance Program

Presentation: Tuesday, September 20
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Walnut Room
Certified volunteer counselors will be on-site offering free, unbiased services for Medicare beneficiaries and their representatives. To schedule a 30-minute appointment, call MMAP at 1-800-803-7174 or 734-727-2067 and specify you are requesting an appointment at the Canton Senior Center. If you don't have an appointment, stop by Canton Club 55+ on September 20 to pick up Medicare information resources. For a counseling session, please come prepared with your Medicare card and details on the prescription drugs you take on a regular basis including the name of the medication, dosage, and quantity. Immediately following the presentation, counselors will be on-site ready to be of assistance.
September Presentation: Medicare Basics: What You Need to Know to Prepare for Medicare's Annual Enrollment. After this, you will be ready for your Medicare Annual Enrollment period, October 15-December 7. 
Fee: FREE 
Activity Code: CB2133

Featured Trips with Canton Club 55+

Canton Club 55+ offers access to a variety of trips throughout the year with local travel agencies. For more information or to register, call 734/394-5485 or visit cantonfun.org/register.

Holland Fall Festival: October 8
Experience the new artisan market at Windmill Island Gardens, featuring over 50 vendors. Take a fall walking tour, listen to street musicians, and enjoy Holland Farmer’s Market. Lunch will include: Slow-Roasted Beef, Hickory Smoked Pulled Pork, Savory Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, and Dessert.  
Fee: $127

Wheel of Fortune Live!: October 22
One of the greatest game shows of all times will be at the Fox Theatre in Detroit. Dinner is included at Waves.
Fee: $153

Saline Craft Show: November 12
Don't miss this craft show featuring over 150 vendors. Lunch will be held at The Gandy Dancer. Afterward, enjoy shopping at Bowerbird Mongo.
Fee: $103

Mark Your Calendars

Program Cancellations/Changes:

• September 5: Labor Day
  Club 55+ CLOSED
  Summit on the Park OPEN: 7 a.m. - 12 p.m.
  
  
• September 5-9: Annual Maintenance Shutdown
  Summit on the Park CLOSED
  Club 55+ CLOSED
  
  
• September 19: Hearing Aid Checks CANCELLED for September.
  See you on October 17

Upcoming Events:

• Canton Farmers Market: (closed Sept. 4)
  Sundays through October 16, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
  Preservation Park (rain or shine)
  
  
• Monthly Support Groups: Caregiver Support, Grief Support, and Pet-Assisted Therapy
  
  
• mParks Grand Experience Trip Meeting:
  Tuesday, September 20, 5:30 p.m.
  One registered participant from each group must attend this important informational meeting
  
  
• Annual Golf Outing: September 22 at Fellows Creek Golf Club in Canton

Stay in the Know

Follow Canton Club 55+ on Facebook to keep up-to-date with new programs, events, and activities. Just search www.facebook.com/cantonclub55 to learn about special notices, program offerings, and special events.