newsline psc - philadelphia senior center | a member of ...¥ any situation which a person willfully...

NewslinePS

CP

SC

PS

CP

SC

PS

CP

SC

PS

CP

SC

PS

CP

SC

Philadelphia Senior Center September/October 2005

Accredited by the National Institute of Senior Centers

FLU SHOTSPSC hopes to once again

offer Flu Shots. Flu Shotsare free of charge andavailable on a first-come,first-serve dbasis. Checkthe bulletin boards formore information when itbecomes readilyavailable.

NEWMEMBERS DRIVE

SILVER AND GOLDRUSH

September 1 - 30September is the opportunity to

introduce a friend to PSC.Sponsor a new silver or gold member andyou and the new member will be invited to aNew Members Reception in October. A greattime to bring in a friend would be during ourOpen House Week September 12 toSeptember 16.

OPEN HOUSEMon., Sept. 12 - Fri., Sept. 16Bring a friend, or try a class you have beenthinking about. All coupon classes (exceptpiano) will be free of charge during the OpenHouse Week – try Body Dynamics, StainedGlass, T’Ai Chi, Knit/Crochet, BallroomDance, Drama, Ceramics, Sewing/Fabric Art,Painting, Yoga, Line Dancing, and more.

Get To Know The ComputerSPECIAL OPEN HOUSEINTERNET CAFÉTuesday, September 13Thursday, September 1512:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.As part of our Open House Week, theLearning Center will be open for questionswith an instructor and checking out theequipment. There will be no formalinstruction during this time so that a largernumber of people can be accommodated.Cost: FREE

RIDE THE DUCKPhiladelphia, PAMonday, October 3Depart: 6th & Chestnut St. • 10:30 a.m.Return: 6th & Chestnut St. • 12:00 noonSee the City and Cruise the River onboardPhiladelphia’s Original Duck Tour! Ride theDuck for 80 minutes of entertainment andinformation as you tour the Historic District,South Street and Society Hill. See the BetsyRoss House, Liberty Bell, IndependenceHall, National Constitutional Center andmore. Then splash into the Delaware atPenn’s Landing for a relaxing cruise -- all onboard one amazing vehicle. This is the bestshow on wheels and water! Transportationto 6th & Chestnut Street is on your own.From there, you will meet your PSC groupleader and go from there.On Sale: September 1Cost: Gold/Silver: $20

Standard/55+: $21

HALLOWEEN PARTYFriday, October 281:00 to 3:00 p.m.Start thinking about your costume nowbecause prizes will be awarded for bestcostume. Refreshments and entertainmentround out the fun. Advance registrationrequired at the Program Window.Cost: FREE

GreetingsSocial Services

page 2

Fitness &Healthpage 3

Minibus Tripspage 4

Calendarpages 5, 6, 7, 8

Travel Time,Dining Around

Townpage 9

Programspage 10

Arts on theAvenue,

ComputerClassespage 11

Of Interestpage 12

INSIDE

2

For Your InformationGERIATRIC ASSESSMENT PROGRAM

Geriatric Assessment ProgramPhiladelphia Senior Center is pleased toannounce a FREE service available to ourmembers and their families. The GeriatricAssessment Program at the PhiladelphiaSenior Center is a joint program withJefferson Family Medicine. Participants willmeet with a medical person and a socialservice person. The purpose of the program

is to educate our members and their familiesabout services and programs that can help them continue to be

active and independent in their communities. You do not have toreceive medical care from Jefferson to participate in this program.

For more information, call Becky Ledva, 215-546-5879, ext. 242.

GreetingsWelcome Back! Many of you havetaken a break over the summer andwe are happy to have you all back.September is New Member Monthand we hope you will invite yourfriends to join the Center. It isalways an exciting time at the

Center and once again, we have theadded bonus of Open House Week.

I hope you will take advantage ofthis opportunity to try a class you

may have been thinking about. Whoknows, you may become a regular ata class you didn’t even know about.

I’d like to take this opportunity tothank the Philadelphia Corporationfor Aging for their generosity in themonth of June. We were able to put

in a new dining room floor,handicap accessible doors for our

bathrooms, new tables and chairs atCoffee Cup, a new steam table atTioga, and a host of other capital

improvements due to moniesreceived from PCA. Our buildings

are looking much better and wereally appreciate it.

Thank you to everyone whosupported our Fan Fair programs

throughout the summer. Thislifesaving effort is supported by

local corporations such as ComcastSpectacor, Wissahickon Mountain

Spring Water, Slater Funeral Home,and numerous generous individuals.For those of you who have received

a fan, I hope it kept you cool.

Thank you to those who have beensupporting our Scrip fundraisingprogram. Just a reminder about

how Scrip helps PSC and you. Scripis gift certificates/cards for storesthat most of us shop at everyday.For example, if you plan on doing

your grocery shopping atSuperfresh or picking up

prescriptions at CVS, then you canhelp us! You simply purchase a gift

certificate for the store of yourchoice through our Program

Window and use the gift certificatefor shopping. See flyers for details.

Philadelphia Senior Center’s AnnualReport (2003-2004) is available at

the Front Desk for any of ourmembers who would like a copy.

CAREGIVERSUPPORT GROUPMonday, September 19Monday, October 171:30 p.m. • Learning Center IMary Ellen Bolden leads this group.Please call for information: (215)546-5879.

FRIENDLY CALLERSTuesday, September 271:00 p.m. in Lindquist HallDiane Reed-Small leads the group.If you are interested in volunteeringto become a friendly caller, pleasecontact Diane at (215) 546-5879.

MOVIN’ ONTuesday, October 1812:00 noon in Room ALively discussions concerning dailylife, health issues, and bereavement,plus your own issues and challenges.

IN-HOMESUPPORT GROUPThe program provides earlyintervention and prevention through acommunity-based approach. ContactConi Soifer at (215) 546-3065 for moreinformation.

THE DO’S AND DON’TS OF PSCGuidelines:Inappropriate or Disruptive behaviors include, but are not limited to:• Use of obscene, abusive, or rude language towards other members, teachers

or staff• Solicitation for non-center events/purposes• Gambling• Public Intoxication• Evidence of illegal drug possession, attempt to sell or use on PSC property• Smoking – the entire facility is smoke free• Possession of a weapon of any kind• Exhibiting violent behavior• Inappropriate sexual behavior, conduct or harassment• Discriminatory conduct or actions• Any situation where a person is observed attempting to steal or destroy PSC

property or that of another person• Any situation which a person willfully and purposefully disturbs other members• Inappropriate use of Center facilities• Bringing in or distributing hazardous and/or potentially dangerous materials and

items• Failure to provide identification or show membership card upon request of

administrative staff or security personnel• Failure to abide by Center rules and regulations

HEALTHPROGRAMSSCHEDULE

MONDAY10:15 a.m.

Body Dynamics

1:00 p.m.Stretch & Tone

1:30 p.m.T'Ai Chi

TUESDAY9:00 a.m.

Walking at theBellevue

10:00 a.m.: Chi Kung

WEDNESDAY10:00 a.m.

Rev-Up

11:15 a.m.Yoga

1:00 p.m.Stretch & Tone

THURSDAY9:00 a.m.

Walking at theBellevue

10:00 a.m.Tap Dancing

11:00 a.m.Ballroom Dance

FRIDAY11:15 a.m.: Yoga

1:15 p.m.Variety Line

Dancing

Fitness Healthan

d

FITNESS CENTERMonday through Friday8:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m.The Fitness Center will be operating underthe ‘buddy’ system. A ‘buddy’ can be anyadult, a member or nonmember, or a fellowworkout partner who must be present whileyou workout. If you are interested in usingthe Fitness Center, you need to have thenecessary paperwork filled out by yourdoctor and return it to the Program Window.Once that is completed and returned to theProgram Window, you will receive a FitnessCard granting you use of the facility.Cost: 1 PSC Coupon a day

JENNY’S HEALTHY KITCHENMonday, September 1210:00 a.m. • Lindquist HallJoin Jenny Chan from the GreaterPhiladelphia Food Bank as she conductsthese nutrition workshops through videos,games and cooking demonstrations on howyou can achieve heart healthy eatingpatterns and heart healthy blood pressureand blood sugar levels. Cost: FREE

MEMORY LOSSTuesday, September 271:00 p.m. • Room ADr. Kalafer from the Clinical Trial Center isback to talk about memory loss and someof the steps you can take to improve yourmemory. He will also conduct a memorytest. Cost: FREE

HEALTHY TEETH & GUMSTuesday, October 111:00 a.m. • Room ADr. Salvatore Pera, DMD returns to talkabout how to get and maintain healthy teethand gums. He will also talk about denturecare, implants and partials. Cost: FREE

T’AI CHIMondays • 1:30 p.m. • Lindquist HallT’Ai Chi is an ancient martial disciplinewhich promotes health and spiritual well-being. T’Ai Chi develops sharp mentalfocus and concentration. It improvesrespiration, digestion, range of motion,muscle tone, balance and flexibility.Improve your balance & develop yourmovement skills. Cost: 3 PSC Coupons

3

DANCE YOURWAY TO FITNESSDance is a wonderfulcardiovascular activity. PSCoffers an opportunity for youto learn in three differentdance classes. Dancing workson your leg muscles while havingfun so stop in and join us for a fullbody work-out.TAP DANCINGThursdays • 10:00 a.m.• Rm. B & CCost: 2 PSC Coupons

BALLROOM DANCINGThursdays • 11:00 a.m. • Rm. B & CCost: 2 PSC Coupons

VARIETY LINE DANCINGFridays • 1:15 p.m. • Rooms B & CCost: 1 PSC Coupon

BODY DYNAMICSMondays • 10:15 a.m. • Room BJoin Shelia Zagar for light stretching andmovement exercise program while seated.Cost: 1 PSC coupon

STRETCH & TONEMondays & Wednesdays • 1:00 p.m.During class you will improve strength andflexibility while exercising with resistancebands. The bands are easy to use and allowyou to perform essentially any movementpattern and mimic most of the free weightexercise. Cost: FREE

CHI KUNGTues. • 10:00 a.m. • Lindquist HallChi Kung is a Chinese exercise system thatconducts movement with calm and gentlebreathing exercises, while increasing yourflow of energy.Cost: 3 PSC Coupons

YOGAWednesdays and Fridays11:15 a.m. • Room CYoga combines breathing, exercise,stretching and meditation for a full bodywork out. Yoga increases flexibility andstrength, tones the body, reduces tensionand boosts energy. Floor mats are provided.Cost: 3 PSC Coupons

PODIATRISTSWed., September 2811:30 a.m. • Room B

4

Mini Bus TripsPSC’s new MiniBus has arrived!If you have anysuggestions fortrips, pleasecontact GladysRossano at (215)546-5879.

ABOUTOUR TRIPS:Payment in fullis due atregistration,unless it isspecifically notedthat a deposit canbe accepted. Weare not able tosave any seats.Mail-in registrationfor trips isaccepted withpayment. Mail-insare processedafter the ProgramWindow closes onthe first day thetrip is on sale. If atrip is sold out,your check will bereturned to you.Thank You.

If you have anysuggestions forfuture dining sites,please call GinaEgan at (215) 546-5879.

WHEATON VILLAGEMillville, NJWednesday, September 14Depart: 9:30 a.m.Return: 4:30 p.m.With over 6,500 objects on display, WheatonVillage houses the finest collection ofAmerican Glass in the country. Visit specialexhibits, demonstrations and various tours.Lunch will be on your own.On Sale: NowCost: Gold/Silver: $16

Standard/55+: $18

LONGWOOD GARDENSKennett Square, PATuesday, September 27Depart: 9:00 a.m.Return: 4:30 p.m.Enjoy a day of relaxing entertainment andactivities during Senior Day at LongwoodGardens. The outdoor gardens will be filledwith beautiful autumn colors as well as thefollowing activities: live concert featuring TheBarbone Street Jazz Band; G-scale modelrailroad display; antique tractor display; floraldesign demonstrations; fountain displays,free tram ride between event areas andmore. All events are included and lunchvouchers can be purchased separately.On Sale: September 1Cost: Gold: $10 Silver: $11

Standard/55+: $12

HUNTERDON HILLS PLAYHOUSE“WEEKEND COMEDY”STARRING CHARLIE PROSEWednesday, October 19Depart: 9:00 a.m.Return: 5:30 p.m.This show is about two couples, one staidand middle-aged, the other free-wheelingand young, mistakenly rent the same cabinon the same weekend-and a hilarious battleof the ages begins! Price includestransportation and tips.On Sale: NowCost: Gold: $57 • Silver: $59

Standard/55+: $61

PRINCETON UNIVERSITYART MUSEUMPrinceton, NJThursday, November 3Depart: 9:30 a.m.Return: 3:30 p.m.This Museum offers an impressive range ofart from ancient to modern times. See Greekvases and Roman mosaics, Chinese tombfigurines and wall hangings, and remarkablepre-Columbian sculpture and ceramics.Enjoy selections of American and WesternEuropean painting and sculpture as well asthe growing collection of twentieth-centuryart. Lunch will be on your own.On Sale: NowCost: TBA

MEDIA THEATRE“THE STUDENT PRINCE”Media, PAThursday, March 30, 2006Depart: TBAReturn: TBASigmund Romberg’s masterpiece andlongest-running Broadway operetta, whichopened in 1924. The show epitomizes trueromance. The Prince goes to Heidelburg tofinish his studies, and falls in love with theInnkeeper’s daughter. His Royal Court is nothappy about the romance. Will true loveprevail? The operetta is famous for its lush,romantic melodies including “Deep In MyHeart”, “Serenade”, “The Drinking Song” and“Golden Days.” Lunch will be in the CrystalRoom at the Theatre.On Sale: October 1Cost: Gold/Silver: $60

Standard/55+: $62

5

10:00 Rev-upFrenchEstate PlanningAdvisory Council Meeting

11:15 Yoga12:30 Sewing & Fabric Art1:00 Chess Club

Stretch & ToneMovie

2:30 Open Studio

10:00 PoetryRev-upCeramicsVolunteer Orientation

11:15 Yoga12:30 Sing-a-long

Open Studio (ceramics only)1:15 Variety Line Dancing

9:00 Walking at the Bellevue9:30 Advanced Computers10:00 Talking, Listening, Caring (T.L.C.)

PaintingTap Dancing

10:30 Spanish11:00 Ballroom Dance

Internet Cafe12:30 Open Studio (drawing, painting,

stained glass)Chorus/Choir

1:00 Bridge ClubSenior Mobile Food MarketFriendly Callers

4:00 Men’s Group

10:00 PoetryRev-upCeramics



7 8 9

21 22 2310:00 Rev-upFrenchTown Meeting

11:15 Yoga12:30 Sewing & Fabric Art1:00 Movie

Chess ClubStretch & ToneWriting Your Memories

2:30 Open Studio

9:00 Walking at the Bellevue9:30 Beginners Computers10:00 Painting

Tap Dancing10:30 Spanish11:00 Ballroom Dance

Internet Cafe12:00 Internet Cafe:Open House12:30 Open Studio

(drawing, painting, stained glass)Chorus/Choir

1:00 Bridge ClubSenior Mobile Food Market

4:00 Men’s Group

10:00 Rev-upFrenchProtecting Yourself

11:15 Yoga11:30 Empowerment Hour12:30 Sewing & Fabric Art1:00 Movie

Chess ClubStretch & Tone

2:30 Open Studio

10:00 PoetryRev-upCeramicsChair Massage



15 16

29

2

September 2005THURSDAY FRIDAYWEDNESDAY

10:00 Rev-upFrench

11:15 Yoga11:30 Podiatrists12:30 Sewing & Fabric Art1:00 Chess Club

Stretch & ToneMovieChat & ChewWriting Your Memories

2:30 Open Studio

28

9:00 Walking at the Bellevue9:30 Beginners Computers10:00 Talking, Listening, Caring (T.L.C.)

PaintingTap Dancing

10:30 Spanish: On Break11:00 Ballroom Dance




4:00 Men’s Group

9:00 Walking at the Bellevue9:30 Advanced Computers10:00 Painting

Tap Dancing10:30 Spanish11:00 Ballroom Dance

Internet Cafe12:30 Open Studio

(drawing, painting, stained glass)Chorus/Choir


4:00 Men’s Group







30Special Event: Dining Around Town

Special Event: Wheaton Village

19:00 Walking at the Bellevue9:30 Beginners Computers10:00 Talking, Listening, Caring (T.L.C.)

PaintingTap Dancing: On break

10:30 Spanish: On break11:00 Ballroom Dance: On break




4:00 Men’s Group

Special Event: September Social

Special Event: Caesar’s Casino

14

6

10 11

17 18 9:00 Walking at Bellevue9:30 Advanced Computers10:00 Bible Study

Knit/CrochetChi Kung

11:00 Internet Cafe12:00 Movin’ On12:30 Ceramics

Drama1:00 Movie2:30 Open Studio (ceramics only)

24 25 9:00 Walking at Bellevue9:30 Advanced Computers10:00 Bible Study

Knit/CrochetChi KungCraft Corner

11:00 Internet Cafe12:30 Ceramics

Drama1:00 Movie2:30 Open Studio

DailyActivities

FITNESS CENTER HOURS8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

9:00 (M-F) (all day)Dominoes

ShuffleboardElectronic Darts

PinochlePuzzles

JFMA Doctor Hours:Check with receptionist for

office hours.

SpecialEvents

10:00 Beginners Stained GlassPainting & DrawingBridge Club

10:15 Body Dynamics12:00 Advanced Stained Glass12:30 Open Studio (drawing, painting,

stained glass)Bingo

1:00 Stretch & Tone1:30 T’Ai Chi

9:00 Walking at Bellevue9:30 Beginners Computers10:00 Bible Study

Knit/Crochet: TripChi Kung


Drama1:00 Movie

Healthy Teeth and Gums2:30 Open Studio (ceramics only)

October 2005

10:00 Beginners Stained GlassPainting & DrawingBridge Club


stained glass)Bingo


Caregivers Support Group

31 10:00 Beginners Stained GlassPainting & DrawingBridge Club


stained glass)Bingo


10:00 Beginners Stained GlassPainting & DrawingBridge ClubTown Meeting


stained glass)Bingo


MONDAY TUESDAY3 4

10:00 Beginners Stained GlassPainting & DrawingBook ClubBridge Club


stained glass)Bingo






OCTOBER 3Ride the Duck

Book Club

OCTOBER 5Advisory Council Meeting

Writing Your Memories

OCTOBER 6Showboat Casino

OCTOBER 7Dining Around Town

OCTOBER 11Healthy Teeth and Gums

OCTOBER 12Home Safety

OCTOBER 15Jazz Cabaret

OCTOBER 19Hunterdon Hills Playhouse

OCTOBER 24Town Meeting

OCTOBER 26Chat & Chew

Rockvale Shopping Outlets

OCTOBER 28Halloween Party

Special Event: Ride the Duck



Open Studio1:15 Variety Line Dancing

9:00 Walking at the Bellevue9:30 Beginners Computers10:00 T.L.C.

Painting10:30 Spanish11:00 Ballroom Dance




4:00 Men’s Group

10:00 Rev-upFrenchHome Safety

11:15 Yoga11:30 Empowerment Hour12:30 Sewing & Fabric Art1:00 Chess Club

Stretch & ToneMovie

2:30 Open Studio

10:00 PoetryRev-upCraft CornerCeramics



12 13 14

9:00 Walking at the Bellevue9:30 Advanced Computers10:00 T.L.C.

PaintingTap Dancing



Chorus/Choir1:00 Bridge Club

Senior Mobile Food Market4:00 Men’s Group

10:00 Rev-upFrench


Stretch & ToneMovie

2:30 Open Studio




19 20 21

26 27 2810:00 Rev-upFrench


Stretch & ToneMovieChat & Chew

2:30 Open Studio

7

9:00 Walking at the Bellevue9:30 Advanced Computers10:00 T.L.C.

PaintingTap Dancing



Chorus/Choir1:00 Bridge Club

Senior Mobile Food Market4:00 Men’s Group

THURSDAY FRIDAY7

WEDNESDAY

Calendar Eventsof

10:00 Poetry: CancelledRev-up: CancelledCeramics: Cancelled

11:15 Yoga: Cancelled12:30 Sing-a-long: Cancelled

Open Studio: Cancelled1:15 Variety Line Dancing: Cancelled

Special Event: Dining Around Town

9:00 Walking at the Bellevue10:00 T.L.C.

PaintingTap DancingBeginners Computers





4:00 Men’s Group

10:00 Rev-upFrenchAdvisory Council Meeting


Stretch & ToneMovieWriting Your Own Memories

2:30 Open Studio

5 6

Special Event: Showboat Casino

Special Event: Hunterdon Hills Playhouse

Special Event: Rockvale Shopping Outlets

Saturday October 15:Special Event: Jazz Cabaret

Special Event: Halloween Party

Calendar Eventsof

DailyActivities

FITNESS CENTER HOURS8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

9:00 (M-F) (all day)Dominoes

ShuffleboardElectronic Darts

PinochlePuzzles

JFMA Doctor Hours:Check with receptionist for

office hours.

SpecialEvents





26

5 6

8

9:00 Walking at Bellevue9:30 Advanced Computers10:00 Bible Study


11:00 Internet Cafe12:30 Ceramics1:00 Movie

Drama2:30 Open Studio

19 2010:00 Beginners Stained GlassPainting & DrawingBridge Club


stained glass)Bingo


Caregivers Support Group


Knit/Crochet TripChi KungCraft Corner

11:00 Internet Cafe12:00 Internet Cafe:Open House12:30 Ceramics


12 13

TUESDAYMONDAY

10:00 Beginners Stained GlassPainting & DrawingBridge ClubBook ClubJenny’s Healthy Kitchen


stained glass)Bingo


9:00 Walking at Bellevue9:30 Advanced Computers10:00 Bible Study



Drama1:00 Movie

Memory LossFriendly callers

2:30 Open Studio

2710:00 Beginners Stained Glass

Painting & DrawingBridge Club


stained glass)Bingo


Labor Day

PSC is closed in observance ofthe Labor Day Holiday

Special Event: Open House Week

New Members Drive:September 1-30

Special Event: Longwood Gardens

SEPTEMBER 1-30New Members Drive

SEPTEMBER 7Advisory Council Meeting

SEPTEMBER 12-16Open House

SEPTEMBER 12Jenny’s Healthy Kitchen

Book Club

SEPTEMBER 13-15Open House Internet Cafe

SEPTEMBER 14Wheaton Village

Protecting Yourself

SEPTEMBER 16September Social

SEPTEMBER 21Town Meeting

SEPTEMBER 22Dining Around Town:

Applebees

SEPTEMBER 21, 28Writing Your Memories

SEPTEMBER 23Caesar’s Casino

SEPTEMBER 27Memory Loss

Longwood Gardens

SEPTEMBER 28Chat & ChewPodiatrists

9

Travel TimePLEASE NOTE: Trips listed on this page are NOT on PSC’s deluxe minibus transportation.

Please Note: Due tothe increased cost fortransportation, Casinotrips will be offered ata new set price for allmembers.

CEASARS CASINOFriday, September 23Depart: 9:00 a.m.Return 5:30 p.m.Cost: $15

SHOWBOAT CASINOThursday, October 6Depart: 9:00 a.m.Return 5:30 p.m.Cost: $15

HILTON CASINOThursday, November 10Depart: 9:00 a.m.Return: 5:30 p.m.Cost: $15

RUTHSight & Sound TheatreLancaster, PA

ROCKVALESHOPPING OUTLETSLancaster, PAWednesday, October 26Depart: 9:00 a.m.Return: 5:30 p.m.Get ready for the holidays and shop atVanity Fair Factory Outlet, Nike, Gap,Totes and many more. There is acourtesy shuttle that operatesthroughout the property. Enjoy lunchon your own at one of the manyrestaurants such as Cracker Barreland Kentucky Fried Chicken.On Sale: October 1Cost: $17

AMERICAN MUSICTHEATRE CHRISTMAS2005Wednesday, November 30Depart: 10:00 a.m.Return: 7:00 p.m.When the holidays arrive, the soundsof the season are always at AmericanMusic Theatre. This show combinesheartwarming family humor with thevery best in traditional andcontemporary holiday music. Thisshow will have your toes tapping as itfills your heart with the holiday spirit.Come experience the magic of amusical Christmas. We will enjoy afamily style luncheon before the show.Deposit of $25 due at sign up.Final payment is dueSeptember 15.On Sale: NowCost: Gold: $75 • Silver: $77

Standard/55+: $80

Three Little Bakers DinnerTheatreCHRISTMASCELEBRATION 2005Wilmington, DETuesday, November 29Depart: 9:30 a.m.Return: 6:00 p.m.The magic of Christmas comes alive inthis high energy Christmasspectacular, featuring newly producedsegments with everyone’s favoriteChristmas songs, dazzling costumesand scenery, and the wonderful ThreeLittle Bakers singers and dancers.On Sale: September 1Cost: Gold: $70 • Silver: $72Standard/55+: $74

PSC casino tripsoffer reserved seating.

About our trips: Payment in full is due at registration, unless it is specificallynoted that a deposit can be accepted. We are not able to save any seats. Mail-inregistration for trips is accepted with payment. Mail-ins are processed after theProgram Window closes on the first day the trip is on sale. If a trip is sold out,

your check will be returned to you. Thank You.

APPLEBEE’SRESTAURANTPhiladelphia, PAThursday, September 22Depart: 10:30 a.m.Return: 2:30 p.m.We will travel on our mini-bus toApplebee’s Restaurant. Lunch will beon your own.On Sale: September 1Cost: $6 (for transportation)

GRAND KING BUFFETPhiladelphia, PAFriday, October 7Depart: 10:45 a.m.Return: 2:30 p.m.We will travel on our mini-bus to aChinese Buffet restaurant. Lunch willbe on your own.On Sale: September 1Cost: $6 (for transportation)

FAMOUS DAVE’SRIB HOUSEPhiladelphia, PAWednesday, November 16Depart: 10:45 a.m.Return: 2:30 p.m.We will travel on ourmini-bus to thisdelicious rib house!Lunch will be on yourown.On Sale: October 1Cost: $6 (fortransportation)Please Note: The cost oftransportation for DiningAround Town trips hasbeen increased due to therising cost of gas.

DiningAroundTown

SOLD OUT!

10

ProgramsADVISORYCOUNCIL MEETINGWednesday, September 7Wednesday, October 510:00 a.m. • Room A

EMPOWERMENT HOURWednesday, September 14Wednesday, October 1211:30 a.m. • Dining Room

CHAT & CHEWWednesday, September 281:00 p.m. • Room BWednesday, October 261:00 p.m. • Room BJoin PSC Assistant Director DianeReed-Small for a chat and chew overa cup of brew.Cost: FREE

BOOK CLUBMonday, September 12Monday, October 310:00 a.m. • Lindquist HallPSC Member Kathleen McKennaleads the group each month.September’s book is “Snow” by OrhanPamuk. October’s book is “Pandora’sKeepers” by Brian Van DeMark.Cost: FREE

PROTECTING YOURSELFWednesday, September 1410:00 a.m. • Room ACharles Harrison will present thislecture. He will provide informationabout the important documents, Wills,Power of Attorneys, etc., you will needto have in place to protect yourself.Come and listen as he guides youthrough these complicated issues.Cost: FREE

TOWN MEETINGWednesday, September 2110:00 a.m. • Room AMonday, October 2410:00 a.m. • Room A

WRITINGYOUR MEMORIES3 WednesdaysSeptember 21, 28 and Oct. 51:00 p.m. • Lindquist hallBack by popular demand! Welcomeback Nancy Rasmussen as sheteaches you how to write yourmemories in a way that’s not straight “Iwas born on….” Instead, focus onvignettes and real-life stories,supplemented by facts. Cost: FREE

HOME SAFETYWednesday, October 1210:00 a.m. • Room AJoin Marlene Morgan, OT(Occupational Therapist) and MegLockard, PT (Physical Therapist) fromTemple University and learn what youcan do to improve your safety athome. Learn about physical fitnessand how it can help you to stayindependent and take a PhysicalFitness Test. Cost: FREE

MEN’S GROUPThursdays4:00 – 5:00 p.m.Learning CenterCalling all men of PSC! This newgroup meets weekly to discuss topicsrelevant to men such as sports, healthissues and much more. Lightrefreshments are provided.Cost: FREE

GREENSGROW SENIORMOBILE FOOD MARKETThursdays1:00 – 2:00 p.m. • Front PorchThis market is a great way to buy freshlocal produce. The market can also beused to redeem your Veggie Vouchersfor fresh fruits and vegetables.

DRAMA CLUBTuesdays12:30 p.m. • Room CInstructor Deborah Karner will teach,inspire and revitalize you withimprovisational skits and dramatic

GRANDPARENT’S DAYGrandparent’s Day is Friday,September 9. Take some time tocelebrate Grandparent’s Day with yourgrandchildren. Here are some helpfulresources to help you connect with theyounger generations of your family.• The Grandparent Connection

www.meridianskydesign.com/grandparentconnectionThe Mission of The GrandparentConnection is to promote connectionbetween the older and youngergeneration of family throughcommunication and commonground. The website also providesarticles to read, recipes and funactivities to do with yourgrandchildren.

• Grandkids and Mewww.grandkidsandme.comThis resource is for all grandparentswho enjoy being a grandparent andwant to make special connectionswith their grandkids. The websiteincludes stories, activities andresources.

• AARP Grandparent InformationCenter at www.aarp.orgThis website offers all kinds ofhelpful information for grandparentsthrough the Grandparent InformationCenter. You can get free pamphlets,newsletter and information on legalissues, insurance, taking care ofyourself and more. They also have avariety of resources to helpgrandparents in various family roles.

CHAIR MASSAGEFriday, September 1610:00 – 11:00 a.m.Lindquist HallAs our Open House Week comes toan end, take this opportunity to receivea small two-minute chair massage.

All Classesare on saleNOW!!COMPUTER CHESSNow you can play chess on thecomputer! The computer is set up onthe 2nd floor lounge. See Ken Merlinoif you need instruction.Cost: FREE

INTERNET CAFÉ11:00 a.m. – 12 noonTuesday, September 6Thursday, September 8Tuesday, September 13: Open HouseThursday, September 15: Open HouseTuesday, September 20Thursday, September 22Tuesday, September 27Thursday, September 29Tuesday, October 4Thursday, October 6Tuesday, October 11Thursday, October 13Tuesday, October 18Thursday, October 20Tuesday, October 25Thursday, October 27This new offering is ideal for thosewho would like to freely surf theInternet or just practice your computerskills. Assistance from our friendlyinstructors will be available.Cost per session:2 PSC Coupons

11

Learning Center

BEGINNERCOMPUTER CLASSSeptember 6, 8, 13, 15(4 classes)9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.October 4, 6, 11, 13 (4 classes)9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.Learn how to:• Send and receive emails.• Use the internet and search for

information.• Create and use documents on the

computer.AND HAVE FUN USING THECOMPUTER.Cost: Gold or Silver: $16

Standard or Guest: $20

ADVANCEDCOMPUTER CLASSSeptember 20, 22, 27, 29(4 classes)9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.October 18, 20, 25, 27(4 classes)9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.Learn how to:• Save pictures and download from

the Internet• Edit digital photos.• Explore the computer calendar,

notebook and more extensive webfunctions.

Cost: Gold or Silver: $16Standard or Guest: $20

COMPUTER CLASSES ANDINTERNET CAFÉ AT THEPHILADELPHIA SENIOR CENTER

Advanced registrationrequired at the ProgramWindow. You can also mailin a payment to register forprograms or you can call215-546-5879 ext. 209.All classes on Sale Now!

Brought to you by:

STAINED GLASSBeginners Mondays

10:00 a.m.-12:00 noonRoom C

Advanced Mondays12:00 noon-2:00 p.m.

Room CCost: 4 PSC Coupons

PAINTING & DRAWINGWITH MIXED MEDIA

Mondays10:00 a.m.-12 noon

Art StudioCost: 3 PSC Coupons

CERAMICSTuesdays

10:00 p.m.-12:00 noonArt Studio

Fridays10:00 a.m.-12 noon

Art StudioCost: 4 PSC Coupons

CRAFT CORNERTuesdays

10:00 a.m. - 12 noonCost: 2 PSC Coupons

SEWING & FABRIC ARTWednesdays

12:30 - 2:30 p.m.Art Studio

Cost: 1 PSC Coupon(see description below)

PAINTINGTHURSDAYS

10:00 a.m.-12 noonArt Studio

Cost: 3 PSC Coupons

ArtsAvenueon the

509 South Broad StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19147(215) 546-5879

Address service requested

Non-Profit OrganizationU.S. Postage PaidPhiladelphia, PAPermit No. 3171

Other PSC Locations:Tioga Branch1531 W. Tioga StreetP.O. Box 100 • Philadelphia • PA 19140(215) 227-9999

Coffee Cup247 South 10th StreetPhiladelphia • PA 19107(215) 627-8048

Visit our website: www.philaseniorcenter.org

Of Interest

Philadelphia Senior Center is funded bythe Pennsylvania Department of Aging,the Philadelphia Corporation for Aging,the United Way, corporations,foundations and individuals.

ATTENTION!Listen to 950 WPEN am radio onSaturday, September 3 at 8:30 a.m.and hear PSC Housing Counselors,Carolyn Walker and Gloria Mack talkabout housing services, PredatoryLending and HEMAP (HomeownersEmergency Assistance Program).

VOLUNTEERORIENTATIONFriday, September 910:00 a.m. • Room BAll volunteers who have not attendedone of the past orientations, need toattend this one in order to berecognized as a Volunteer. If you areinterested in volunteering at PSC,please stop by the front desk for anapplication.

SEPTEMBER SOCIALSaturday, September 174:00 p.m. • Dining RoomPSC will participate in this annualUnited Way’s Day of Caring event.Volunteers from Vanguard will be atPSC to serve you a delicious dinnerfeaturing Feta Cheese & SpinachSalad, Pesto Baked Chicken, RicePilaf, Seasonal Vegetables, dinnerrolls, dessert and beverage. It is agreat opportunity to bring your family,friends and potential new members into see the Center. Advancedregistration required. On Sale: NowCost: All PSC Members: $7.00Guest: $9.00

JAZZ CABARETSaturday, October 15Our Jazz Cabaret back in April wassuch a success, we doing anotherone! If you missed out on it last time,now is your chance to check out thisone! Check bulletin boards around theCenter for more information when it

becomes readily available.

GETTING YOURBUSINESS IN ORDERSaturday, October 2210:00 a.m. – 12:00 noonDining RoomFranchella Slater from Slater FuneralHome will be here to discuss varioustopics on how to prepare yourself andyour loved ones for the future. Topicswill include: how to read insurancepolicies, who to contact in case ofdeath, financial myths; what they don’ttell you, social security and veteransbenefits. We encourage all PSCmembers to register themselves alongwith a family member who does orwould assist you with these important

newsline psc - philadelphia senior center | a member of ...¥ any situation which a person willfully...

Documents