to view the June 2016 Gardens Newsletter.

The Fountains at Bronson Place
1700 Bronson Way
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
It's June again, and that means you are
invited once again to complete an annual
survey to let us know how we're doing at
Bronson Place. Residents and/or family members should have
received our annual "Quality Improvement Survey" within the
last week or so. This survey should only take about 10 to 15
minutes of your time, and is invaluable in helping us to
evaluate what we're doing right and what we can improve.
Please complete and return your survey by June 24, 2016.
The Gardens
June 2016
"No problem,
mon!"
Special Events
& Outings
Watermark University
Nature Crafts –Bridget Farrell
2nd Tuesdays at 11am
Gardens
Nature Crafts are a fun way to experience the great outdoors.
Perhaps you'd like to preserve flowers, or learn about trees - we've
found some great free projects that will inspire lots of different
nature crafts!
Sunday, June 5 at 3:30 p.m.
Cream Pie Social
Wednesday, June 8 at 2:00 p.m.
Ride to Plainwell Ice Cream (O)
Wednesday, June 8 at 7:00 p.m.
Summer Concert: Zion Lion (UC)
Monday, June 13 at noon
Lunch at Martell's (O)
Tuesday, June 14 at 3:30 p.m.
June Birthday Party
Wednesday, June 15 at 3:00 p.m.
Double Play Flute & Tuba Concert (LC)
Sunday, June 19 at 3:15 p.m.
Ice Cream Bar Social
Monday, June 20 at 2:30 p.m.
Milkshakes and Scenery Ride (O)
Friday, June 24 at 10:00 a.m.
Day Trip to Fair Oaks Dairy Farm (O)
Family members are welcomed to join us
for all events and outings!
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1700 Bronson Way · Kalamazoo, MI 49009
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June is sailing in with an easy,
breezy feeling as we sail
along on the virtual cruise
ship of dining experiences
from the Caribbean and our
own kitchen! Delight in the
fresh fruits of summer, along
with music, crafts, and loads
of summer fun with a
Caribbean flair this month. To get things going, we present the
return of Zion Lion, one of the best steel drum bands around, as the
opener to our summer concert series. Take advantage of the great
outings being offered, including rides to some of your favorite
Michigan hot spots for ice cream! Enjoy the updated look of our
freshly painted courtyard interior by taking part in a cocktail
hour, attending an outdoor musical event, reading or painting on
the patio, or enjoying some time with your family on our beautiful
grounds. Take a lesson from the easy-going life of Jamaicans and
other islanders and say to yourself this month, "No problem, mon."
Path to Well-Being
In June, one of the national health
focuses is Men's Health. During this
month we encourage men to stay on top
of their game by seeing their doctors
and getting the preventative tests
encouraged for optimal health, including
cholesterol, lipid, and glucose
monitoring, as well as recommended
cancer screenings. Kick unhealthy habits,
such as smoking, and take up healthy
ones such as increased physical activity,
eating a colorful array of in-season fresh
fruits and vegetables, getting plenty of
sleep, and staying hydrated with lots of
water during these warm months. Tame
stress by staying socially active and
involve yourselves in the abundance of
events and activities that are available
to you. If you are a woman, help the men
in your life adhere to these great tips for
staying healthy all year long.
Thriving
Science experiments don't have to be dull. In fact, we tend to retain
information better if we are having fun while learning. This science
experiment incorporated just the right amount of silliness, we didn't't even
realize we were gaining knowledge in the process! We let our curiosity
guide us and we weren't afraid to get messy! Using simple household
supplies such as milk, dish soap, food coloring and Q-tips: You'll create an
awesome reaction and a beautiful explosion of colors! Use this experiment
like we did, to amaze your friends and family and uncover the scientific
secrets of soap.