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SUMMARY:Parkinson Support Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Otsego County Commission on Aging sponsors a Parkinson Support Group which generally meets on the fourth Thursday of the month to provide supprt and education to people living with Parkinson disease\, as well as their care partners. People living with Parkinson’s disease and their care partners are invited to attend.  \nParkinson Support Group Meeting Flyer (April-May 2026)
URL:https://otsegocountycoa.org/event/32630/2026-04-23/
LOCATION:Otsego County Commission on Aging – Upper-Level Multipurpose Space\, 1165 Elkview Ave\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T183015Z
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SUMMARY:Walk Michigan
DESCRIPTION:The OCCOA’s Walk Michigan adult walking program encourages area older adults to get outside and enjoy healthy exercise while exploring several parks and trails in Otsego County. The walkers meet on Mondays\, Wednesdays\, and Fridays between 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. (October through May) and 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. (June through September).  \nMonday walks are scheduled on area trails and rotate throughout the year. Wednesday and Friday walks take place on the paved Aspen Park trails. Please check the schedule below for upcoming walk locations. During poor weather\, all walks are moved to the indoor walking track at the Otsego County Sportsplex. \nWalk Michigan Schedule – March 23\, 2026 – May 15\, 2026
URL:https://otsegocountycoa.org/event/walk-michigan-137/2026-04-22/
LOCATION:Aspen Park\, Commerce Blvd.\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fitness
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SUMMARY:Essentials of Balance
DESCRIPTION:Essentials of Balance (formerly known as Stay Active and Independent for Life) is a balance and fitness program for older adults (age 60 and older) that will appeal especially to those with mobility issues and/or a history and/or fear of falling. Participants will learn exercises that can be done from a seated or standing position. When done regularly\, the exercises will help them gain strength and balance to help maintain and improve their quality of life and reduce their chances of falling. This program is slower-paced compared to the OCCOA’s more-intense Life is a Balancing Act Program (formerly known as SAIL: Life is a Balancing Act). There is no charge to attend. For additional information\, please call (989) 732-1122. \nEssentials of Balance Flyer \n 
URL:https://otsegocountycoa.org/event/stay-active-independent-for-life-sail-2-2/2026-04-21/
LOCATION:Otsego County Commission on Aging – Lower Level Activities Room\, 1165 Elkview Ave.\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fitness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260420T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260420T143000
DTSTAMP:20260828T170938
CREATED:20260318T173709Z
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SUMMARY:Beginning Euchre
DESCRIPTION:The OCCOA knows how important social interaction and learning new things are for older adults in promoting healthy aging. Although the agency currently hosts Euchre on Fridays\, there are many people who have never learned\, or who would like to brush up their skills or play at a little slower pace. To address the need\, the OCCOA is hosting Beginning Euchre on Mondays between 1 p.m. and 2:30 p.m.  Come for lunch (11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.) and stay for cards. Experienced players are welcome to assist with training. For more information\, please call (989) 732-1122. \nBeginning Euchre Flyer
URL:https://otsegocountycoa.org/event/beginning-euchre/2026-04-20/
LOCATION:Otsego County Commission on Aging Dining Room – Lower Level\, 1165 Elkview Avenue\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activities,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260420T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260420T150000
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SUMMARY:Board Games
DESCRIPTION:Board Games – The OCCOA knows how important social interaction is for older adults in promoting healthy aging and hosts weekly board games (UNO\, Dominoes\, Rummikub\, Scrabble\, Skipbo\, and Sorry as well as decks of cards for such card games as Rummy 500).  Players gather for board games on Monday afternoons at the OCCOA Gaylord Meal Site. Come for lunch at noon and stay for games. All are welcome!  \nBoard Games Flyer
URL:https://otsegocountycoa.org/event/board-games-2/2026-04-20/
LOCATION:Otsego County Commission on Aging Dining Room – Lower Level\, 1165 Elkview Avenue\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activities,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260420T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260420T103000
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SUMMARY:Walk Michigan
DESCRIPTION:The OCCOA’s Walk Michigan adult walking program encourages area older adults to get outside and enjoy healthy exercise while exploring several parks and trails in Otsego County. The walkers meet on Mondays\, Wednesdays\, and Fridays between 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. (October through May) and 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. (June through September).  \nMonday walks are scheduled on area trails and rotate throughout the year. Wednesday and Friday walks take place on the paved Aspen Park trails. Please check the schedule below for upcoming walk locations. During poor weather\, all walks are moved to the indoor walking track at the Otsego County Sportsplex. \nWalk Michigan Schedule March 23\, 2026\, to May 15\, 2026
URL:https://otsegocountycoa.org/event/walk-michigan-150/
LOCATION:Walk Downtown – Meet at the Dowtown Trailhead Pavilion\, 360 W. Main St.\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fitness
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SUMMARY:Walk Michigan
DESCRIPTION:The OCCOA’s Walk Michigan adult walking program encourages area older adults to get outside and enjoy healthy exercise while exploring several parks and trails in Otsego County. The walkers meet on Mondays\, Wednesdays\, and Fridays between 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. (October through May) and 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. (June through September).  \nMonday walks are scheduled on area trails and rotate throughout the year. Wednesday and Friday walks take place on the paved Aspen Park trails. Please check the schedule below for upcoming walk locations. During poor weather\, all walks are moved to the indoor walking track at the Otsego County Sportsplex. \nWalk Michigan Schedule – March 23\, 2026 – May 15\, 2026
URL:https://otsegocountycoa.org/event/walk-michigan-137/2026-04-17/
LOCATION:Aspen Park\, Commerce Blvd.\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fitness
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SUMMARY:Walk Michigan
DESCRIPTION:The OCCOA’s Walk Michigan adult walking program encourages area older adults to get outside and enjoy healthy exercise while exploring several parks and trails in Otsego County. The walkers meet on Mondays\, Wednesdays\, and Fridays between 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. (October through May) and 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. (June through September).  \nMonday walks are scheduled on area trails and rotate throughout the year. Wednesday and Friday walks take place on the paved Aspen Park trails. Please check the schedule below for upcoming walk locations. During poor weather\, all walks are moved to the indoor walking track at the Otsego County Sportsplex. \nWalk Michigan Schedule – March 23\, 2026 – May 15\, 2026
URL:https://otsegocountycoa.org/event/walk-michigan-137/2026-04-15/
LOCATION:Aspen Park\, Commerce Blvd.\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fitness
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SUMMARY:Essentials of Balance
DESCRIPTION:Essentials of Balance (formerly known as Stay Active and Independent for Life) is a balance and fitness program for older adults (age 60 and older) that will appeal especially to those with mobility issues and/or a history and/or fear of falling. Participants will learn exercises that can be done from a seated or standing position. When done regularly\, the exercises will help them gain strength and balance to help maintain and improve their quality of life and reduce their chances of falling. This program is slower-paced compared to the OCCOA’s more-intense Life is a Balancing Act Program (formerly known as SAIL: Life is a Balancing Act). There is no charge to attend. For additional information\, please call (989) 732-1122. \nEssentials of Balance Flyer \n 
URL:https://otsegocountycoa.org/event/stay-active-independent-for-life-sail-2-2/2026-04-14/
LOCATION:Otsego County Commission on Aging – Lower Level Activities Room\, 1165 Elkview Ave.\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fitness
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260413T143000
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SUMMARY:Beginning Euchre
DESCRIPTION:The OCCOA knows how important social interaction and learning new things are for older adults in promoting healthy aging. Although the agency currently hosts Euchre on Fridays\, there are many people who have never learned\, or who would like to brush up their skills or play at a little slower pace. To address the need\, the OCCOA is hosting Beginning Euchre on Mondays between 1 p.m. and 2:30 p.m.  Come for lunch (11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.) and stay for cards. Experienced players are welcome to assist with training. For more information\, please call (989) 732-1122. \nBeginning Euchre Flyer
URL:https://otsegocountycoa.org/event/beginning-euchre/2026-04-13/
LOCATION:Otsego County Commission on Aging Dining Room – Lower Level\, 1165 Elkview Avenue\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activities,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260413T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260413T150000
DTSTAMP:20260828T170938
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SUMMARY:Board Games
DESCRIPTION:Board Games – The OCCOA knows how important social interaction is for older adults in promoting healthy aging and hosts weekly board games (UNO\, Dominoes\, Rummikub\, Scrabble\, Skipbo\, and Sorry as well as decks of cards for such card games as Rummy 500).  Players gather for board games on Monday afternoons at the OCCOA Gaylord Meal Site. Come for lunch at noon and stay for games. All are welcome!  \nBoard Games Flyer
URL:https://otsegocountycoa.org/event/board-games-2/2026-04-13/
LOCATION:Otsego County Commission on Aging Dining Room – Lower Level\, 1165 Elkview Avenue\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activities,Social
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260413T113000
DTSTAMP:20260828T170938
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SUMMARY:Walk Michigan
DESCRIPTION:The OCCOA’s Walk Michigan adult walking program encourages area older adults to get outside and enjoy healthy exercise while exploring several parks and trails in Otsego County. The walkers meet on Mondays\, Wednesdays\, and Fridays between 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. (October through May) and 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. (June through September).  \nMonday walks are scheduled on area trails and rotate throughout the year. Wednesday and Friday walks take place on the paved Aspen Park trails. Please check the schedule below for upcoming walk locations. During poor weather\, all walks are moved to the indoor walking track at the Otsego County Sportsplex. \nWalk Michigan Schedule March 23\, 2026\, to May 15\, 2026
URL:https://otsegocountycoa.org/event/walk-michigan-149/
LOCATION:Belle Iron Trail\, Wah Wah Soo Beach\, Gaylord\, MI 49735\, 5200 Wah Wah Soo Dr\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fitness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260410T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260410T113000
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SUMMARY:Walk Michigan
DESCRIPTION:The OCCOA’s Walk Michigan adult walking program encourages area older adults to get outside and enjoy healthy exercise while exploring several parks and trails in Otsego County. The walkers meet on Mondays\, Wednesdays\, and Fridays between 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. (October through May) and 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. (June through September).  \nMonday walks are scheduled on area trails and rotate throughout the year. Wednesday and Friday walks take place on the paved Aspen Park trails. Please check the schedule below for upcoming walk locations. During poor weather\, all walks are moved to the indoor walking track at the Otsego County Sportsplex. \nWalk Michigan Schedule – March 23\, 2026 – May 15\, 2026
URL:https://otsegocountycoa.org/event/walk-michigan-137/2026-04-10/
LOCATION:Aspen Park\, Commerce Blvd.\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fitness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260409T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260409T153000
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SUMMARY:Arts & Crafts with Wanda
DESCRIPTION:Arts & Crafts with Wanda is a program that is generally scheduled twice a month at the Gaylord Meal Site. The instructor is OCCOA Meal Program Coordinator Wanda Cherwinski. There is sometimes a small fee to cover the costs of materials and registration is required beforehand. \n“Seaside Treasures” Flyer
URL:https://otsegocountycoa.org/event/32379/
LOCATION:Otsego County Commission on Aging Dining Room – Lower Level\, 1165 Elkview Avenue\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260409T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260409T113000
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SUMMARY:Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Are you a parent again? This time\, raising your own grandchildren? \nOCCOA offers a monthly Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Group on the second Thursday of each month to help and care for grandparents who are in a parenting role. Each meeting includes information\, education\, and support.  \nThere is no charge to attend and caregiving is available during the meetings for your grandchildren (one week’s notice needed for each meeting). For more information or to register\, please call (989) 732-1122.* \n\nGrandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Group Meeting Schedule (March – May\, 2026) \n\n*The Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Group is funded in part through a grant from the Region 9 Area Agency on Aging.
URL:https://otsegocountycoa.org/event/grandparents-raising-grandchildren-support-group/2026-04-09/
LOCATION:Otsego County Commission on Aging Board Room – Upper Level\, 1165 Elkview Ave.\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260408T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260408T113000
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SUMMARY:Walk Michigan
DESCRIPTION:The OCCOA’s Walk Michigan adult walking program encourages area older adults to get outside and enjoy healthy exercise while exploring several parks and trails in Otsego County. The walkers meet on Mondays\, Wednesdays\, and Fridays between 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. (October through May) and 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. (June through September).  \nMonday walks are scheduled on area trails and rotate throughout the year. Wednesday and Friday walks take place on the paved Aspen Park trails. Please check the schedule below for upcoming walk locations. During poor weather\, all walks are moved to the indoor walking track at the Otsego County Sportsplex. \nWalk Michigan Schedule – March 23\, 2026 – May 15\, 2026
URL:https://otsegocountycoa.org/event/walk-michigan-137/2026-04-08/
LOCATION:Aspen Park\, Commerce Blvd.\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fitness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260407T104500
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260407T114500
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SUMMARY:Essentials of Balance
DESCRIPTION:Essentials of Balance (formerly known as Stay Active and Independent for Life) is a balance and fitness program for older adults (age 60 and older) that will appeal especially to those with mobility issues and/or a history and/or fear of falling. Participants will learn exercises that can be done from a seated or standing position. When done regularly\, the exercises will help them gain strength and balance to help maintain and improve their quality of life and reduce their chances of falling. This program is slower-paced compared to the OCCOA’s more-intense Life is a Balancing Act Program (formerly known as SAIL: Life is a Balancing Act). There is no charge to attend. For additional information\, please call (989) 732-1122. \nEssentials of Balance Flyer \n 
URL:https://otsegocountycoa.org/event/stay-active-independent-for-life-sail-2-2/2026-04-07/
LOCATION:Otsego County Commission on Aging – Lower Level Activities Room\, 1165 Elkview Ave.\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fitness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260406T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260406T143000
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SUMMARY:Beginning Euchre
DESCRIPTION:The OCCOA knows how important social interaction and learning new things are for older adults in promoting healthy aging. Although the agency currently hosts Euchre on Fridays\, there are many people who have never learned\, or who would like to brush up their skills or play at a little slower pace. To address the need\, the OCCOA is hosting Beginning Euchre on Mondays between 1 p.m. and 2:30 p.m.  Come for lunch (11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.) and stay for cards. Experienced players are welcome to assist with training. For more information\, please call (989) 732-1122. \nBeginning Euchre Flyer
URL:https://otsegocountycoa.org/event/beginning-euchre/2026-04-06/
LOCATION:Otsego County Commission on Aging Dining Room – Lower Level\, 1165 Elkview Avenue\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activities,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260406T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260406T150000
DTSTAMP:20260828T170938
CREATED:20260105T195642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T195709Z
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SUMMARY:Board Games
DESCRIPTION:Board Games – The OCCOA knows how important social interaction is for older adults in promoting healthy aging and hosts weekly board games (UNO\, Dominoes\, Rummikub\, Scrabble\, Skipbo\, and Sorry as well as decks of cards for such card games as Rummy 500).  Players gather for board games on Monday afternoons at the OCCOA Gaylord Meal Site. Come for lunch at noon and stay for games. All are welcome!  \nBoard Games Flyer
URL:https://otsegocountycoa.org/event/board-games-2/2026-04-06/
LOCATION:Otsego County Commission on Aging Dining Room – Lower Level\, 1165 Elkview Avenue\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activities,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260401T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260401T143000
DTSTAMP:20260828T170938
CREATED:20260304T190350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T192133Z
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SUMMARY:Tender\, Loving Caregivers Support Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Otsego County Commission on Aging sponsors Tender\, Loving Caregivers (TLC)\, an empowerment group that is targeted toward individuals caring for loved ones with memory loss.  \nThe group generally meets monthly\, with each meeting consisting of two components:  Caregiving 101 is an educational period that often includes a guest speaker and community resources. The Q&A Session focuses on dialogue specifically regarding your loved ones\, relative to the topic of the session. \nRespite care during meetings is available.* To sign up\, call (989) 732-1122. \nTender\, Loving Caregivers Support Group Meeting Flyer (April – June 2026) \n*The Tender\, Loving Caregivers Support Group and meeting respite care are funded in part through a grant from the Region 9 Area Agency on Aging.
URL:https://otsegocountycoa.org/event/tender-loving-caregivers-support-group-meeting/2026-04-01/
LOCATION:Otsego County Commission on Aging Board Room – Upper Level\, 1165 Elkview Ave.\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260401T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260401T113000
DTSTAMP:20260828T170938
CREATED:20260316T180150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T183015Z
UID:10041851-1775039400-1775043000@otsegocountycoa.org
SUMMARY:Walk Michigan
DESCRIPTION:The OCCOA’s Walk Michigan adult walking program encourages area older adults to get outside and enjoy healthy exercise while exploring several parks and trails in Otsego County. The walkers meet on Mondays\, Wednesdays\, and Fridays between 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. (October through May) and 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. (June through September).  \nMonday walks are scheduled on area trails and rotate throughout the year. Wednesday and Friday walks take place on the paved Aspen Park trails. Please check the schedule below for upcoming walk locations. During poor weather\, all walks are moved to the indoor walking track at the Otsego County Sportsplex. \nWalk Michigan Schedule – March 23\, 2026 – May 15\, 2026
URL:https://otsegocountycoa.org/event/walk-michigan-137/2026-04-01/
LOCATION:Aspen Park\, Commerce Blvd.\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fitness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260331T104500
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260331T114500
DTSTAMP:20260828T170938
CREATED:20260217T193651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T223716Z
UID:10036807-1774953900-1774957500@otsegocountycoa.org
SUMMARY:Essentials of Balance
DESCRIPTION:Essentials of Balance (formerly known as Stay Active and Independent for Life) is a balance and fitness program for older adults (age 60 and older) that will appeal especially to those with mobility issues and/or a history and/or fear of falling. Participants will learn exercises that can be done from a seated or standing position. When done regularly\, the exercises will help them gain strength and balance to help maintain and improve their quality of life and reduce their chances of falling. This program is slower-paced compared to the OCCOA’s more-intense Life is a Balancing Act Program (formerly known as SAIL: Life is a Balancing Act). There is no charge to attend. For additional information\, please call (989) 732-1122. \nEssentials of Balance Flyer \n 
URL:https://otsegocountycoa.org/event/stay-active-independent-for-life-sail-2-2/2026-03-31/
LOCATION:Otsego County Commission on Aging – Lower Level Activities Room\, 1165 Elkview Ave.\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fitness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260330T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260330T143000
DTSTAMP:20260828T170938
CREATED:20260318T173709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T140200Z
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SUMMARY:Beginning Euchre
DESCRIPTION:The OCCOA knows how important social interaction and learning new things are for older adults in promoting healthy aging. Although the agency currently hosts Euchre on Fridays\, there are many people who have never learned\, or who would like to brush up their skills or play at a little slower pace. To address the need\, the OCCOA is hosting Beginning Euchre on Mondays between 1 p.m. and 2:30 p.m.  Come for lunch (11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.) and stay for cards. Experienced players are welcome to assist with training. For more information\, please call (989) 732-1122. \nBeginning Euchre Flyer
URL:https://otsegocountycoa.org/event/beginning-euchre/2026-03-30/
LOCATION:Otsego County Commission on Aging Dining Room – Lower Level\, 1165 Elkview Avenue\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activities,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260330T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260330T150000
DTSTAMP:20260828T170938
CREATED:20260105T195642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T195709Z
UID:10036645-1774873800-1774882800@otsegocountycoa.org
SUMMARY:Board Games
DESCRIPTION:Board Games – The OCCOA knows how important social interaction is for older adults in promoting healthy aging and hosts weekly board games (UNO\, Dominoes\, Rummikub\, Scrabble\, Skipbo\, and Sorry as well as decks of cards for such card games as Rummy 500).  Players gather for board games on Monday afternoons at the OCCOA Gaylord Meal Site. Come for lunch at noon and stay for games. All are welcome!  \nBoard Games Flyer
URL:https://otsegocountycoa.org/event/board-games-2/2026-03-30/
LOCATION:Otsego County Commission on Aging Dining Room – Lower Level\, 1165 Elkview Avenue\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activities,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260330T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260330T113000
DTSTAMP:20260828T170938
CREATED:20260316T184815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T184815Z
UID:10041866-1774866600-1774870200@otsegocountycoa.org
SUMMARY:Walk Michigan
DESCRIPTION:The OCCOA’s Walk Michigan adult walking program encourages area older adults to get outside and enjoy healthy exercise while exploring several parks and trails in Otsego County. The walkers meet on Mondays\, Wednesdays\, and Fridays between 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. (October through May) and 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. (June through September).  \nMonday walks are scheduled on area trails and rotate throughout the year. Wednesday and Friday walks take place on the paved Aspen Park trails. Please check the schedule below for upcoming walk locations. During poor weather\, all walks are moved to the indoor walking track at the Otsego County Sportsplex. \nWalk Michigan Schedule March 23\, 2026\, to May 15\, 2026
URL:https://otsegocountycoa.org/event/walk-michigan-147/
LOCATION:Aspen Park\, Commerce Blvd.\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fitness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260327T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260327T113000
DTSTAMP:20260828T170938
CREATED:20260316T180150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T183015Z
UID:10041850-1774607400-1774611000@otsegocountycoa.org
SUMMARY:Walk Michigan
DESCRIPTION:The OCCOA’s Walk Michigan adult walking program encourages area older adults to get outside and enjoy healthy exercise while exploring several parks and trails in Otsego County. The walkers meet on Mondays\, Wednesdays\, and Fridays between 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. (October through May) and 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. (June through September).  \nMonday walks are scheduled on area trails and rotate throughout the year. Wednesday and Friday walks take place on the paved Aspen Park trails. Please check the schedule below for upcoming walk locations. During poor weather\, all walks are moved to the indoor walking track at the Otsego County Sportsplex. \nWalk Michigan Schedule – March 23\, 2026 – May 15\, 2026
URL:https://otsegocountycoa.org/event/walk-michigan-137/2026-03-27/
LOCATION:Aspen Park\, Commerce Blvd.\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fitness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260325T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260325T113000
DTSTAMP:20260828T170938
CREATED:20260316T180150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T183015Z
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SUMMARY:Walk Michigan
DESCRIPTION:The OCCOA’s Walk Michigan adult walking program encourages area older adults to get outside and enjoy healthy exercise while exploring several parks and trails in Otsego County. The walkers meet on Mondays\, Wednesdays\, and Fridays between 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. (October through May) and 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. (June through September).  \nMonday walks are scheduled on area trails and rotate throughout the year. Wednesday and Friday walks take place on the paved Aspen Park trails. Please check the schedule below for upcoming walk locations. During poor weather\, all walks are moved to the indoor walking track at the Otsego County Sportsplex. \nWalk Michigan Schedule – March 23\, 2026 – May 15\, 2026
URL:https://otsegocountycoa.org/event/walk-michigan-137/2026-03-25/
LOCATION:Aspen Park\, Commerce Blvd.\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fitness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260324T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260324T120000
DTSTAMP:20260828T170938
CREATED:20260316T145033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T145128Z
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SUMMARY:St. Patrick Day's Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:The Otsego County Commission on Aging (OCCOA) is resuming periodic special luncheons\, with this being the first.  \nMenu: Corned Beef & Cabbage\, Boiled Potatoes & Carrots\, Mint Brownie\, Punch & Coffee \nDoors Open: 10:30 a.m. Door Prizes included! \nPayment due with reservation: By Thursday\, March 12. Limited seating is available.  \nFor more information or to reserve your ticket\, please call Shannon at (989) 732-1122.
URL:https://otsegocountycoa.org/event/st-patrick-days-luncheon/
LOCATION:Otsego County Commission on Aging Dining Room – Lower Level\, 1165 Elkview Avenue\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activities,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260324T104500
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260324T114500
DTSTAMP:20260828T170938
CREATED:20260217T193651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T223716Z
UID:10036806-1774349100-1774352700@otsegocountycoa.org
SUMMARY:Essentials of Balance
DESCRIPTION:Essentials of Balance (formerly known as Stay Active and Independent for Life) is a balance and fitness program for older adults (age 60 and older) that will appeal especially to those with mobility issues and/or a history and/or fear of falling. Participants will learn exercises that can be done from a seated or standing position. When done regularly\, the exercises will help them gain strength and balance to help maintain and improve their quality of life and reduce their chances of falling. This program is slower-paced compared to the OCCOA’s more-intense Life is a Balancing Act Program (formerly known as SAIL: Life is a Balancing Act). There is no charge to attend. For additional information\, please call (989) 732-1122. \nEssentials of Balance Flyer \n 
URL:https://otsegocountycoa.org/event/stay-active-independent-for-life-sail-2-2/2026-03-24/
LOCATION:Otsego County Commission on Aging – Lower Level Activities Room\, 1165 Elkview Ave.\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fitness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260323T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260323T143000
DTSTAMP:20260828T170938
CREATED:20260318T173709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T140200Z
UID:10041890-1774270800-1774276200@otsegocountycoa.org
SUMMARY:Beginning Euchre
DESCRIPTION:The OCCOA knows how important social interaction and learning new things are for older adults in promoting healthy aging. Although the agency currently hosts Euchre on Fridays\, there are many people who have never learned\, or who would like to brush up their skills or play at a little slower pace. To address the need\, the OCCOA is hosting Beginning Euchre on Mondays between 1 p.m. and 2:30 p.m.  Come for lunch (11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.) and stay for cards. Experienced players are welcome to assist with training. For more information\, please call (989) 732-1122. \nBeginning Euchre Flyer
URL:https://otsegocountycoa.org/event/beginning-euchre/2026-03-23/
LOCATION:Otsego County Commission on Aging Dining Room – Lower Level\, 1165 Elkview Avenue\, Gaylord\, MI\, 49735\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activities,Social
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