Senior Scene
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AMBLER SENIOR ACTIVITIES CENTER
45 Forest Ave., Ambler, presents a variety of activities daily, including fun and fitness, table games, cards, yoga, ballroom dancing, piano lessons, woodcarving, billiards, computers, knitting and crocheting, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., with lunch served at noon. Wii games 10:30 a.m. Mondays. Call if you can offer an hour a day, weekly or monthly. New aerobic dance class for those over 50 is being offered 9 to 10 a.m. Mondays and Wednesdays. Free once, then members pay $2. Individuals can support the Ambler SAAC by designating their United Way gift to its donor number, 00108. Information: 215-619-8863. The center is located at 45 Forest Avenue, Ambler. For more information, call the Penn State Extension office in Montgomery County at 610-489-4315.
BOOMER UNIVERSITY
45 Forest Avenue, Ambler. Boomer U at Ambler SAAC provides a welcoming place where baby boomers and the boomer-minded can discover a variety of resources to volunteer, pursue civic engagement, re-career and find employment, as well as engage in lifelong learning, embark on healthy lifestyles and enjoy social connections in a community for all ages.
BRIDGEPORT SENIOR CITIZENS
Bridgeport Senior Citizens meet at 1 p.m. Wednesdays at Ancient Order of Hibernians (AOH), 340 Jefferson St., Swedesburg. Activities include Bingo, card-playing, horse racing, and occasional speakers on timely subjects. Light refreshments available. Casino trips run monthly. New members welcome. Casino trip information: 610-2752517. Other: 610-272-1253.
BRIGHTVIEW SENIOR LIVING
Brightview Senior Living and its parent company, The Shelter Group, successfully create and manage innovative, award-winning senior living communities in the mid-Atlantic to New England region. On April 28, 2016: The Ten Greatest Dancers of the Twentieth Century — Brightview East Norriton, will host presenter Rochelle Christopher, Executive Director of Victorian Vanities, for an educational program titled, The Ten Greatest Dancers of the Twentieth Century. The free, interactive program will be held on Thursday, April 28 at 2:30 pm at Brightview East Norriton – 300 East Germantown Pike. Part of the community’s popular lifelong learning speaker series – known as Brightview Institute – the educational series offers residents and other interested seniors from the surrounding area the opportunity to participate in educational lectures, multimedia presentations and more. The art of dance is a unique form of expression, employing a universal body language that everyone understands. Ten of the greatest dancers of the 20th century – selected for their fame, popularity and influence around the globe – will be presented. Victorian Vanities, a Philadelphiabased non-profit organization, is devoted to teaching interactive and entertaining American history and cultural topics in a variety of settings. To RSVP or to learn more about Brightview Institute, please call Jodi Wendl, ADC, Vibrant Living Director, at 610-239-7700. For more information on Brightview Senior Living, please visit www.brightviewseniorliving.com
ENCORE EXPERIENCES AT HARLEYSVILLE
Encore Experiences in Harleysville and The PEAK Center in Lansdale Greater Harleysville and North Penn Senior Services (GHNPSS) operates both Encore Experiences in Harleysville and The PEAK Center in Lansdale. Their mission is to provide access to programs and resources that help older adults live independently and remain active. Both sites offers wellness education, fitness classes, enrichment and day/multiday trips. Financial and legal advice, assistance with taxes and rebates, Medicare and healthcare options, access to other agencies and government services is available. Encore Experiences in Harleysville is located at 312 Alumni Avenue, Harlesyville, PA 19438 and can be reached at 215-256-6900 or www. encoreexperiences.org. The PEAK Center is located at 1292 Allentown Road, Suite A, Lansdale, PA 19446 and can be reached at 215-3627432 or www.peakcenter. org
GENERATIONS OF INDIAN VALLEY
Generations of IV is located at 259 N. Second Street in Souderton. It is a place of welcome for community members age 55+ in The Indian Valley and beyond with programs in wellness, fitness, nutrition, social services, recreation and travel. Weekday fitness offerings, lunch, cafe, activities, support, trips and more. For more information, call 215-723-5841 or visit www.generationsofiv. org. Generations’ Meals on Wheels program serves the Indian Valley and North Penn Areas. For more information Meals on Wheels: 215-7238555.
HOMETOWNERS SENIORS OF WEST CONSHOHOCKEN
meet on the second Thursday of every month at 11 a.m. on the first floor of the George Clay Firehouse. Information: 610-828-5740.
THE GOLDEN AGE
The Golden Age program at Lower Providence Presbyterian Church, 3050 Ridge Pike, Eagleville will hold their program in Williams Hall at noon on May 4th. We will have a great lunch made by our wonderful kitchen committee, followed by a program put on by the Methacton High School Jazz Band. No reservations needed. Please come and bring a friend. No reservations needed.
LOWER PROVIDENCE COMMUNITY CENTER SENIOR CITIZENS
Lower Providence Community Center Senior Citizens meet at 10 Parklane Drive, Eagleville every Wednesday from noon to 3 p.m. at the center. Refreshments and Bingo offered. Information: 610-831-5153.
MERCURY ADULT DAY CARE CENTER
920 Madison Ave., Norristown (Audubon), located in the Valley Forge Corporate Center, operates daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Every Thursday is free; pre-registration is required. Seniors can enjoy structured programs, stimulating therapeutic activities, music, card games, bingo and movies. A light lunch is served. Information: 610-994-9221.
MONTCO SAAC
Located at 536 George Street, Norristown, SAAC is open weekdays, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The center needs drivers for the Meals on Wheels program to assist homebound elderly. Volunteers can help out from once a month to once a week. THRIFT SHOP is open 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. DANCE CLASS is held every Monday at 10:30 a.m. EXERCISE WITH MEG for every Monday, and Wednesday, at 1 p.m. YOGA is offered Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, April 26: Meet with Lt. Robert Greenaway, at Montco SAAC, 536 George Street, Norristown, at 12:15 p.m., for Coffee with a Cop. Come out and find out about local happenings and enjoy a free cup of coffee. Information: 610-2751960. Wednesday, April 27: Heron Companions, a personal care company, will be at Montco SAAC, 536 George Street, Norristown, at 12:15 pm, to let us know what services they provide. Tuesday, May 3: Richard Moyer, of Safe ID Trust, will be at Montco SAAC, 536 George Street, Norristown, at 12:15 pm. Richard will help us learn how to avoid identity theft and how to find out if you are a victim. Information: 610-2751960.
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