April 29, 2016

Big Hearts for Seniors Event- May 26, 2016

The 2016 Big Hearts for Seniors event will be taking place on May 26, 2016, at the Michigan Theatre.

A special performance by George Bedard and the Kingpins will be at 6:30 PM, with the film "Letter to Anita: Lessons Learned with the Seasoning of Age" starting at 7:00 PM.

Tickets can be purchased here: http://www.michtheater.org/show/letter-to-anita/.

 

Letter to Anita is the story of Dr. Ronni Sanlo whose personal, political, and professional struggles shaped her life of community-building and activism. The documentary follows the heart-wrenching path of singer Anita Bryant's anti-gay campaign, its shattering effect on Sanlo's family, and the redemptive power of forgiveness. Ryan Cowmeadow from the Area Agency on Aging 1-B will emcee and Dr. Sanlo will host the screening with a special introduction from Jim Toy, well-known community activist and founder of what is now the UM Spectrum Center. In addition, we will welcome local favorites George Bedard and the Kingpins.

To find out more about the event, please visit the Big Hearts for Seniors website: http://www.med.umich.edu/geriatrics/BHS/index.html

For more information contact Rachel Dewees, Director of the Turner Senior Wellness Program, at 734-998-9350 or email [email protected].