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24  GUIDE TO YELLOW SPR INGS  |  2020 – 2021 Friends completed construc- tion on a new, 16 private room rehabilitation center, provid- ing a distinct unit for care of shor t-term stay rehab and nursing services. Friends Assisted Living Center is a licensed 20-unit facility designed to enhance independence, security and socialization in a quiet setting. Friends Independent Living Homes are senior living duplexes. Buyers can choose between two- and three-bed- room units and two building design plans. Each duplex features a garage, appliances and maintenance-free living. Great Books C : Ken Huber, 937‑767‑1160 E : kenneth.huber@att.net Typically, meetings are held September through June on the second Thurs- day of the month at 6:30 p.m. in the fireplace room of the YS Senior Center. Currently, in-person meetings have been suspended until further notice due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. The group brings together people whose love of read- ing is part of their quest for lifelong learning. The group uses a method recommended by the Great Books Founda- tion, a pioneer of book discus- sion. This approach of shared inquir y encourages partici- pants to look to their own experiences, rather than to outside sources of expertise, in their discussion of a work. Grinnell Mill Foundation C : Chris Mucher, 937‑767‑1391 W: miamitownship.net The Grinnell Mill Founda- tion is a nonprofit foundation comprising Miami Township, Glen Helen and the Yellow Springs Historical Society. Its purpose is the preser vation and promotion of the historic and educationally valuable Grinnell Mill located at 3536 Bryan Park Road. For more information, visit miamitown- ship.net . James A. McKee Association C : Karen McKee, president, 937‑767‑4641; Paul Abendroth, vice-president, 937‑767‑1678; Peggy Erskine, treasurer, 937-767-7856 W: 45387.org; facebook.com/ James-A-McKee-Association- 284986248585882 The James A. McKee Asso- ciation, or JAMA, aka Jim’s Group, formerly known as the Yellow Springs Men’s Group, is a community-based 501(c) (3) nonprofit civic organiza- tion that was organized in 1994 by the late James A. McKee, former police chief of Yellow Springs. The goal of the association is to encourage volunteer- ism, which helps build and strengthen the Yellow Springs community. Programs hosted by the organization include research, public information forums and educational and charitable projects. To promote the value of community participation and leadership, the association sponsors the annual “Found- ers Award” in recognition of an individual or group — nominated by villagers — for their significant volunteer contributions to the commu- nity. The James A. McKee Scho l a r sh i p i s awa r ded annually to deserving Yellow Springs high school gradu- ates who have demonstrated notable academic achieve- ment and leadership skills while overcoming adversity throughout their high school careers. “Candidates Night” provides the opportunity for community members to meet COMMUNITY from previous page BlackPug Bike Repair 937-206-0980 • BLACKPUGBIKES.COM AUTHORIZED DEALER for Bike Friday, Niner, Fatback, Velo-Orange & other brands. PICK-UP & DELIVERY SERVICES OFFERED Minor repairs, tune-ups, wheel builds & overhauls. By appointment only. BRYCE HILL INC. brycehill . com See US oN FAcebooK! 937-325-0651 2301Sheridan Ave. Springfield, OH Mon–Fri: 7:30–5 • Sat: 8–Noon LANDSCAPE MATERIALS • Concrete Pavers • Clay Pavers • Concrete Retaining Walls • Paving Stone Local Winery • Appetizers Live Music • Private Parties Wine Slushies • Wine Tastings MERLOT CRANBERRY MOSCATO RIESLING CAYUGA BLACKBERRY SANGIOVESE VIDAL PINOT CHARDONNAY CABERNET RASPBERRY www.brandeberrywinery.com 937-767-9103 • 5118 W Jackson Rd, Enon