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SENIOR CENTER
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All programs located in the Senior Center unless otherwise indicated
The Senior Center is located in the lower level of the Township
Municipal Building
Senior
Center Hours Monday - Friday 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
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Pre-registration
recommended for all classes. Please call 909-9228.
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Daily Computer Lab
- Internet
accessibility 9AM – 4 PM (Please call for availability)
Daily Meals on Wheels Daily volunteer delivery to local residents
Daily Book Swap (Bring one /Take one) 9 AM – 4 PM
Senior Fitness & Wellness Class - Wednesday - 10 AM -11 AM
Game Day: Scrabble, Yahtzee, etc.. - Wednesday - 11 AM -2 PM
Pinochle Club - Thursday - 10 AM - 2 PM
AARP Tax Aid - Thursday and Saturday through April 15, 2010
Driving Course - Monday April 26 and Tuesday April 27, 2010
Bingo Sponsored by Capital
Blue Cross
Chair Yoga -Thursdays
Card Club -
Mondays - 9:00 Am to 1:00 PM
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Program
Descriptions for 2010
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AARP Tax Assistance returns to Senior Center
Reeder Swartz and his staff will again
provide free tax assistance for the “mature” township citizens in our
Senior Center beginning in February, 2010. Volunteers will be here until April
15, 2010.
Days
& Times: Thursday 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. & Saturday 8:00 a.m. -
Noon
Call
the Recreation Office, 909-9228, for additional information.
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AARP
DRIVER SAFETY PROGRAM
8 hour AARP approved
course
Monday
April 26 & Tuesday April 27, 2010 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
AARP
Members $12.00 Non AARP Members $14.00
Instructor: Henry
Dreher
Make Checks payable to AARP
For
Senior Pennsylvania Drivers 55 and Older. Participants with clean driving
records who complete the two (2) sessions are eligible for a 5% discount on
their auto insurance for three (3) years. Program held in the Susquehanna
Township Municipal Building,1900 Linglestown Road, Susquehanna Room Call 909-9228 with questions.
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SENIOR
FITNESS and WELLNESS CLASSES
Every
Wednesday, at 10 AM, certified Fitness Instructor Dorothy Bangert
leads an hour long fitness session in the Susquehanna Room of the
Township
Building
. This donation only
program, stresses balance exercises, stretching, muscle building with
a low impact safe level for the mature body.
The program is adapted for all, especially those dealing with
the effects of diabetes, arthritis, joint replacements, rheumatoid
osteoarthritis and other ailments. Drop in any Wednesday, 10 AM .
No registration necessary
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| BOOK SWAP
The Senior Center offers an
opportunity to swap your books for books you have not read. We
have 2 full bookshelves of donated books for you to choose from. If
you do not have a book too swap, then a minimal donation will allow
you to take one or more of our books with you. Book swap is available
during regular senior center hours.
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Computer
Lab - Internet FOR Adults AND Seniors
The computer lab
(4 computers) is available for your use Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to
4:00 PM. This is
an on-your-own experience with the computer, surfing the net, e-mail or
word processing. You may stop in during those hours or call to see if a
computer is available. Please call for availability 909-9228
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CHAIR
YOGA
Chair
Yoga is unique form of Yoga, perfect for anyone who would like to
experience the benefits of Yoga but prefers a chair to a mat. The
classes will include yoga breathing techniques, traditional yoga poses,
balance and relaxation exercises along with stress reduction tips
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This practice is easier on
the joints and limbs
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Please wear comfortable clothing, bring water and a pillow if needed.
Location
Susquehanna
Township
Senior
Center
, lower level of
Township
Building
1900 Linglestown Road
Dates:
Thursdays 10 :30
AM – 11:30 AM
Session
1 May 6 – May 27
Session
2 June 3 –June 24
Session
3 July 8- July 29
Fee:
$32 per session (4 classes)
Register
with STREC at 909-9228
Gail
Ellen Riegler, Certified instructor
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WEDNESDAY’S
BOARD GAMES
Every Wednesday afternoon, a drop in program, Scrabble, Boggle or your
choice of activity. Get a foursome and come enjoy some social time. We
even supply the snacks. Free program 11am - 2 pm.
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MEALS ON WHEELS - Volunteers Needed!
Delivery of 18 – 20 meals out of our center on Monday, Tuesday,
Thursday, and Friday in Susquehanna Township. Meals are usually split so
you only need to make 9 to 10 deliveries.
Volunteers
are always needed for this very worthy cause. Call 909-9228
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| CARD CLUB
Join the card group to
participate in your favorite games or bring a foursome and play on
Mondays from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
SENIOR TENNIS PICK-UP
April through October
Tuesday & Thursday
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Pick-up tennis for senior men and women
Veterans Park Tennis Courts
Free program (bring racquet)
SENIOR SOFTBALL PICK-UP
April through October
Monday & Wednesday
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Edgemont Park Softball Field
Free program (bring glove)
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