DUS superintendent talks teacher contracts, pandemic during COA's Spill the Beans Q&A
Teachers, parents, students and community members had the opportunity to voice their concerns to the board as a whole at Monday’s Dowagiac School Board meeting. For some, the frustration expressed during the meeting only led to more questions. Those residents were afforded the opportunity... (read more)
Go Beyond Survival: Creating Happy Holidays
Fresh off the impactful “A Journey Through Dementia Minds” event, Region IV Area Agency on Aging brings you this special holiday presentation. “Go Beyond Survival: Creating Happy Holidays”, a virtual event, will help you understand how best to support a loved one with a dementia diagnosis during... (read more)
40th Annual Fruitbelt Woodcarving Show
Browse displays of handmade treasures. Watch artisans craft beautiful works of art from wood. Saturday, November 6 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Sunday, November 7 10:00 am - 3:00 pm FREE admission and FREE parking ~Donations welcomed~ Amercian Legion Post #223 Business US 131, Constantine, MI ... (read more)
Veterans Affairs
Veterans can receive information and counseling about benefits to which they may be entitled. These may include, but are not limited to, health care, disability compensation, and burial benefits. Appointments are required. Please contact: Karee Krause, Veterans Service Officer Phone: 269-445-4472... (read more)
Trivia Night
Thank you to all of our Trivia Night attendees, sponsors, and our guest host Jennifer Quail! This event was originally scheduled to take place in May of 2020. Now, nearly 18 months later, we were finally able to host this FUNdraiser for our Handy Helpers program. We are overwhelmed with the... (read more)
Mind & Body Go Hand in Hand
Want faster reaction time, better coordination, improved motor skills, or increased mental alertness? Try these fun and challenging brain fitness activities and exercises. Left Brain Right Brain Activity #1 Make a fist with both hands Lift the thumb of one hand Lift the pinky of the other... (read more)
Namaste at the COA
Yoga is an excellent way to loosen and stretch painful muscles, reduce stress, and increase circulation. This holistic practice combines physical poses with mindfulness, breathing techniques and meditation. The combination of these practices promotes functional mobility, selfdiscovery and helps... (read more)
Warm Hearts on a Cold Day
Run and hide, winter is just around the corner. Unfortunately not all of us are able to escape from the cold winter months, but don’t worry, we are here to help you get through them. The winter months can take a toll on older adults, especially on those living in rural Cass County. When the... (read more)
Test Your Fitness Level
Remember in gym class having to perform a fitness test to pass PE? You can evaluate your own fitness level similar to that right from home. Physical fitness is the “ability to carry out daily tasks easily and having enough reserve energy to respond to unexpected demands.” Using the following... (read more)
Pumpkin to Talk About
I cannot believe it is fall already! One of my favorite things of fall is pumpkins and their various shapes, sizes, and colors. I enjoy seeing the array of carved pumpkins people display on their front porch. I delight in eating pumpkin pie, bread, and donuts. The spices and ³ avors that only come... (read more)