Golden Circle Education / Performance Series at the Senior Center - 1 PM

This is a free Education/Performance series with a jar for voluntary donations to help support Senior Center Activities. Donations are not required. All presentations take place at the Senior Center, 1800 Pavilion Drive at 1 pm, unless otherwise indicated. Call Liz at 970-252-4884 to reserve a seat.

Friday, August 9, 1 PM (Doors open at 12:30) Pavilion Events Center Auditorium -FREE CONCERT

Nicolo Spera – Blue Sage Center for the Arts Engage Series.

Italian guitarist Nicolò Spera brings to his teaching and performing a unique synthesis of European and American traditions. Spera is one of the few guitarists in the world to perform on both six-string and ten-string guitars, as well as on theorbo. His wide-ranging repertoire includes the extraordinary music of the Franco-Andalusian composer Maurice Ohana.

Monday, August 12,  1 PM

Type 2 Diabetes

Type 2 diabetes is a condition that happens because of a problem in the way the body regulates and uses sugar as a fuel. That sugar also is called glucose. This long-term condition results in too much sugar circulating in the blood. Eventually, high blood sugar levels can lead to disorders of the circulatory, nervous and immune systems. Symptoms and treatment options will be discussed.

Presenter – Jullian Cadwallader

Monday, August 19, 1 PM

The Joy of Ensemble Playing – Featuring Harps and Hammers

 Harps and Hammers musicians will in play 30 minutes of some ensemble
pieces, then audience volunteers will be invited to play
"instant ensemble" with the group using a few small instruments that are easy to play, to join in on some familiar songs.  I will bring a few other small instruments
that are easy to play to join in on some familiar songs.

Presenter – Robin Freed – Harps and Hammers

Wednesday, August 21st,  1 PM

Premier World Discovery Preview of 2025 Trips

Premier World Discovery and the Montrose Recreation District have been partnering for years to bring exciting trips around the world. This presentation will preview some of the possibilities for trips in 2025, including: Hawaiian 3 island Adventure, Arizona Spring Training Explorer, Colorful Costa Rica, Music Cities- New Orleans, Memphis and Nashville, Nova Scotia and the Canadian Maritimes, among others.

Monday, August 26,  1 PM

The Down and Dirty Truths of Afib

This education series will focus on: what afib really is - a progressive disease and not just an irregular heart rhythm, classifications of afib, and why afib needs to be identified and treated early. It will include signs and symptoms, how to advocate for yourself, and treatment options.

Presenter – Katie Katz – Hybrid Therapies Clinical Specialist - AtriCure

Monday, September 9 , 1 PM

Native Flutes and Stories – Presented by Alan Beck

Alan Beck has been telling stories using native flutes to the delight of many for over 20 years. He has woven stories of the spirit of Native  Americans, cowboys, bears, trees and more using native flutes. He has immersed himself in story telling through experiences and visits on   different Lakota, Dakota, Apache and Navajo reservations.

Presenter – Alan Beck

Monday, September 16, 1 PM

Whoopin it up in Junction, early 1900s

Cars, planes, trains, elephants; cowboys, Indians, Vaudeville, movies, & more

Equidistant from Denver and Salt Lake City by rail, Grand Junction in the early 1900s was a popular destination for exciting entertainment. Aerial extravaganzas (a race between a car and a plane) at the Fairgrounds, Buffalo Bill’s Wild West Show, the Sells-Floto Circus, Vaudeville, wrestling, and national-caliber live performances drew large crowds. 

 Presenter: Joe Zeni, historian and retired educator, shares snippets from his new book, Promise. Copies will be available at his presentation.

Monday, October 7 1 PM

WW I Ambulance Service in the Balkans

Rugged terrain, make-shift vehicles, harsh weather, bombs & bullets

Did you know American volunteers risked their lives to rescue soldiers (sometimes on both sides of the front) in remote mountain districts? Under constant battle bombardment and the threat of fatal diseases, they also helped non-combatants find food, housing, and medicine, and provided agricultural education.

 Presenter: Joe Zeni, historian and retired educator, shares snippets from his new book, Promise. Copies will be available at his presentation.

Monday,  November 4 ,  1 PM

Raising Red Wigglers by Sandy Sellers

Red Wigglers are composting worms that can convert organic matter like coffee grounds, shredded paper, and eggshells into nutrient-rich compost and natural fertilizer. This soil is often referred to as “Black Gold”. Sandy will discuss how to build your vermicomposting bin. You will then have rich soil ready for the spring.

Presented by Sandy Sellers

Monday, November 18,  1 PM –

Silverton: Mining, Madams, and Mayhem

Founded in the late 1870s by hard-rock mineral mining in the surrounding San Juans, within less than 10 years, Silverton had over 2,000 people (mostly men) and a roaring red-light district. Gambling, drinking, and bawdy-house visits were the main source of entertainment and the economic engine that fueled the town’s insatiable growth. Everybody wanted to get rich.

Presenter: Kate Burke, publisher and public speaker, whose presentations on San Juan history are always a favorite topic. Includes a handout.

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Montrose Newcomers and Neighbors

The purpose of Newcomers & Neighbors is to help you learn more about your hometown and the area and to meet other newcomers and neighbors! Neighbors are former newcomers who enjoy the meetings and getting acquainted with new people.
Meetings: First Wednesday monthly – September through May with a guest speaker from 10 am – 11:30 am
Location: Senior Center 1800 Pavilion Drive
Field Trips - Third Wednesday monthly to areas of interest – 10:00 am followed by lunch
Questions? Contact Char Proctor 970-417-4236

Smart Phone Help

Bring your smartphone and your questions. This is a student-led discussion. We will discuss and experiment with a variety of features on your smartphone. We will schedule sessions around instructor, Marc Hitchcox’s availability.

• Call Liz at 970-252-4884 to register.
• Location: Senior Center
• Fee: free