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Thursday: Boomers & Beyond

Forget Florida – these are the 5 most age-friendly states for retirement

The quest for the perfect retirement destination is paramount for older adults seeking an age-friendly state that encapsulates their needs and desires. A recent study by Age Friendly has identified the most sought-after states for retirees. What makes a state age-friendly? One of the most important considerations when considering age-friendly states is how close a retiree will be to their family. Though often overlooked, proximity to the family can be a crucial determinant of retirement happiness. Another crucial factor is access to good healthcare. Finally, most retirees will ...

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Negaunee Senior Center Kristy Basolo, director seniorcenter@cityofnegaunee.com 410 Jackson St. Negaunee, MI 49866 Phone: 906-475-6266 Fax: 906-475-6291 Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Senior Citizens Center | Negaunee, MI (cityofnegaunee.com) City of Negaunee Negaunee Township Richmond Township Marquette Senior Center Maureen Sullivan, services manager msullivan@marquettemi.gov 300 W. Baraga St. Marquette, MI 49855 Phone: 906-228-0456 Fax: 906-228-0456 Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Senior Center - City of Marquette (marquettemi.gov) City of Marquette Marquette ...

Bat education in offing

MARQUETTE — Forest landowners are invited to join the Michigan Department of Natural Resources and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service from 10 a.m. to noon Aug. 15 in the Marquette Township Community Center, 1000 Commerce Drive, to learn about new bat conservation requirements that follow recent listings under the federal Endangered Species Act. DNR and USFWS staff will discuss options that can reduce harm to bat species during management activities such as logging. Bat populations are in decline due to white-nose syndrome, a fungal disease. The Indiana bat and northern long-eared ...

Learning new high tech skills

MARQUETTE — Peter White Public Library is keeping Marquette-area senior citizens up-to-date with the latest technology during their weekly tech coaching sessions. The sessions, hosted by former teacher and librarian Christine Ault, are an informative way for area senior citizens to gain ...

Gardens can heal

MARQUETTE — Tucked away in the center of Michigan State University’s campus is the nation’s oldest university botanical garden — and a site of the emerging practice of horticulture therapy. “We have people laying in the garden, popup Pilates classes, tours, anything you can imagine,” said Maeve Bassett, the education program director at the 150-year-old Beal Botanical Garden. “In a very general sense, pretty much everything we do is horticulture therapy.” The practice engages people in gardening and plant-based activities, according to the American Horticultural ...

Fly fishing workshop set

BIG BAY — The Yellow Dog Watershed Preserve’s second annual fly-fishing workshop for novice fly fishermen and women will take place on Aug. 19-20 on the Yellow Dog River. This event is hosted by the Yellow Dog Watershed Preserve, the Fred Waara Chapter of Trout Unlimited and Superior Outfitters. Classes are limited to 20 students. A $45 donation is requested at registration. Register at bit.ly/3rGrVvg. For more information, contact Rochelle Dale or John Highlen, or call the Yellow Dog Watershed Preserve office at 906-345-9223.