Department of Aging Senior Spotlight Activities June 19 thru June 26

Tickets still available for a summer Pre-Fourth of July Party, but don't delay, deadline is Friday, June 19. This is a great opportunity to meet some fine folks having a good time or to bring your own friends along.  The Pre-Fourth of July Party is held on Wednesday, July 1, at 9 a.m. at the Northern Senior Activity Center in Charlotte Hall.  The requested donation of $8 per person is a fantastic deal with morning refreshments, two entertainment acts, games and prizes and door prizes, not to mention a hearty meal of fried chicken, macaroni & cheese, cole slaw, baked beans, strawberry shortcake, coffee and tea.  The event is presented by the Northern Senior Activity Center Council and the St. Mary's County Department of Aging.  If interested, call 301.475.1002, ext. 1001.

The St. Mary’s County Department of Aging’s Kayak Class scheduled for June 18 & 19 has been rescheduled for June 25 & 26. This class is designed specifically for seniors with an emphasis on safety, enjoyment, and skill acquisition. The class will be led by a certified instructor. The first session is a land-based seminar at the Garvey Senior Activity Center and covers topics such as safety, equipment, techniques and trip planning. The second session is a skills class to be held at Camp Calvert Landing at the end of Camp Calvert Road in Leonardtown. Participants will learn and practice self-rescue techniques, strokes, and maneuvers. Cost is $50. Call 301.475.4200, ext. 1050 for more information.

Northern Senior Activity Center
29655 Charlotte Hall Rd., Charlotte Hall
(301) 475.4002 ext. 1001

On Monday, June 22 at 10 a.m., an additional bingo will be held at the Northern Senior Activity Center. Cost is $1.50 for two bingo cards. Walk-ins are welcome. To reserve lunch visit the center by noon on Friday, June 19, to make a donation for a meal ticket. Cost is by donation for seniors 60 and older; $5 for individuals under 60. 

On Wednesday, June 24 at noon, a pizza lunch will be served at the Northern Senior Activity Center, followed by Bunco games with prizes for the top winners Cost is $1 to play Bunco. Visit the center by noon on Tuesday, June 23 to make a donation for a meal ticket. Cost is by donation for seniors 60 and older; $5 for individuals under 60. 

On Thursday, June 25 at 10 a.m., a scrapbooking marathon will meet at the Northern Senior Activity Center. Every third Thursday of the month scrap bookers bring supplies and photos to creatively work on personal albums. This is the chance to get caught up while enjoying the company of others. Walk-ins are welcome.

Garvey Senior Activity Center
41780 Baldridge St., Leonardtown
(301) 475- 4200 ext. 1050

On Thursday, June 25 at 12:30 p.m. the Garvey Senior Activity Center will serve a staff-cooked meal of pork barbeque sandwiches, cole slaw, three-bean salad, ice cream with mandarin orange slices, and milk/tea/coffee. The cost is by donation for those 60 and above and $5.00 for those under the age of 60. Call 301.475.4200, ext. 1050 to make reservations.

Loffler Senior Activity Center
21905 Chancellors Run Road, Great Mills
(301) 737.5670 ext. 1652  

Celebrate America’s birthday at Loffler Senior Activity Center on Thursday, July 2 at 10 a.m. with a game or two of INDOOR horseshoes which are MUCH lighter than standard size.  We can enjoy cool temperatures while celebrating a hot holiday! This event also features patriotic music and refreshments that will include watermelon and patriotic punch.   Dress in your most red, white and blue attire to show your patriotic spirit.  Please call 301.737,5670, ext. 1658 or stop by the reception desk to sign up by Tuesday, June 30.  FREE

Try out the new Jazz Dance Class at Loffler Senior Activity Center on Thursdays at 11 a.m.!  Barbara Cook, a dance instructor for 30 years, leads this fun class, guaranteed to get you moving to music! Stop by and try it out, or call 301.737.5670, ext 1658 for more information. FREE

July Health Watch: “You Can Improve Your Balance”. Dave Scheible, Strength Training Instructor and developer of the new “Balancing Act” program will be at the Loffler Senior Activity Center on Thursday, July 9 beginning at 11 a.m. to talk about causes of equilibrium disturbances and offer encouraging news about ways to improve one’s balance.  Call 301.737.5670, ext. 1658 or stop by the reception desk to sign up by Tuesday, July 7. This event is free.

A few tickets are still available for the Nats game on Thursday, August 6 as they play the Florida Marlins. The seats will be covered to protect you from rain and sun.  Cost for this trip is $55 per person and includes round trip coach bus fare, water and snacks on the bus, along with the price of your ticket. Bus pickup times are: Loffler Center 9 a.m.; Garvey Center 9:30 a.m.; and Northern Center 10 a.m. Call 301.737.5670, ext. 1656 for more information. Your seat is reserved when payment is received.

Department of Aging Center Information:
Loffler Senior Activity Center: (301) 737.5670 ext. 1652
Garvey Senior Activity Center: (301) 475.4200 ext. 1050
Northern Senior Activity Center: (301) 475.4002 ext. 1001
Oakley Nutrition Site: (301) 475.4200 ext. 1050
Ridge: (301) 475.4200 ext. 1050.
Vivian Ripple Medical Adult Day Services Program: (301) 373-6515

Visit the Department of Aging’s website at www.stmarysmd.com/aging for the most  up-to date information.   
 

Brought to you by the Board of Commissioners for St. Mary’s County: Francis Jack Russell, President; Kenneth R. Dement;Lawrence D. Jarboe; Thomas A. Mattingly, Sr.; Daniel H. Raley; and the Department of Aging