Becker fifth graders took some time Wednesday to visit the Becker Area Senior Center (BASC) to play cribbage and to socialize with the elders in the community.

 

Students and BASC seniors have been coming together to play cribbage for the last three years.  Once a month, approximately 13 fifth graders come to the senior center at city hall to engage and enjoy a great relationship with area seniors.

 

Senior center coordinator Carol Brunn says, “It is a wonderful way for each to learn from a different generation.”  

 

May 23 will be BASC’s last day this school year to come together with the kids.  Their next meet up will be in October.  

 

Programs at BASC include informational and educational speakers on topics like safety, health and wellness, history, gardening, finance, and more. They have a variety of musical groups to entertain them, free monthly movies and popcorn and educational tours of area sites.

 

Other activities include monthly luncheons, diverse crafts, whittling, art classes, various games (cards, board games, and jeopardy), outings and exercise.

 

BASC members participate in community gardening as well as community service projects such as packing food for Backpack Buddies, participate in sewing projects for area charities and have various intergenerational activities with Becker students and area Girl Scouts, and hosting the 55 Alive Driving classes.

 

BASC meets at Becker City Hall, Room 140 on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Coffee is always on, snacks are available and conversation is encouraged.