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Check our website (www. TriCountyAAC.org) for more details on each activity.

*Please purchase your activity card at the front desk for classes with a fee. Social & Recreational Programs ART CLASS

A class for beginners & experienced art enthusiasts working in all mediums Leader: John Herrold, $1 Wed. at 1 PM AS TIME GOES BY SINGERS

Sing for fun and perform in the community

Leader: Syl Buszta, No Charge

Rehearsals Thurs. at 1 PM BINGO

Leader: Kay Yusko, $3 for 3 cards; Extra cards 25 cents.

Every Thursday at 1:30! Please note the new start time! BINGO AT NIGHT

October 11th & November 8th: The TRAAC opens its doors to the community for a monthly bingo night. Regular Bingo, Special Bingo, Rip-offs, Food available for sale and more. Doors open at 5. BIRTHDAY PARTY

Entertainment and lunch, singing, dancing & lots of camaraderie

Wed. 9/12: Annual Birthday Picnic at Ringing Rocks Park with Paul Sterner; Center is CLOSED for the day

Wed. 10/17: Elvis will be in the building!

Cost: $4 BOOK CLUB

Enjoy reading and discussing the monthly literary choices. See article for monthly selections. Leader: Monica Wagg 4th Fri. at 10:30 CHESS CLUB Leader: Bill Rinehart Mondays at 10am CRAFT CLASSES

Crafts with Barb Rightnour

Thursdays at 10 AM, Suggested Donation

Origami with Kathy Stevick

Fridays at 10:00 AM, Suggested Donation CARD CRAFTS WITH KATHY STEVICK Monday at 10:00 AM, $0.25/Card CROCHET & KNITTING CLASSES Friday at 12:45 PM; Suggested Donation

Beginner and experienced welcome; First & Third Fridays of each month

Leader: Leslie Leben & Linda Mascelli CURRENT EVENTS

Self-Led, Suggested Donation

Tues. at 1 PM 9/4, 9/18, 10/2 & 10/16 DOMINOS

Self-Led, Suggested Donation

Tues. 1 PM; Thurs. at 1:30 PM FLOWERS WITH NICK

Enjoy taking home a vase full of fresh flowers after working with Nick Leader: Nick Russo Tues. 9/25 & 10/23 Cost: $3; please bring a vase & scissors. Reservations may be made at the beginning of each month for the flower arranging program with payment due at the time of registration. No refunds. GAME NIGHT

Enjoy pizza or a hoagie and play Dominoes, Texas Hold ‘Em, & Piggy Bank Poker, Pool and Shuffleboard

$2 includes pizza and a soda; $5 for hoagie and a soda 2nd & 4th Tues.; 4 – 8 PM GAME ROOM Self-Led Mon. – Fri., 8 – 4 PM GENEALOGY

Interested in learning more about your family background? Want to know how to get started and some tips on research? Join us! Leader: Kristine Parkes Thurs. 9/13 & 10/11; 6:30 PM

Cost: $5 per class GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP

TriCounty Home Health & Hospice presents a series of topics for discussion led by Don Eisenhauer. Grief comes in many forms with a mix of emotions and this program will open up with discussions covering many different avenues. Led by Don Eisenhauer 2nd Thurs.; 10:30 AM; 9/13 & 10/11 HISTORY CLUB

The History Club will be back the first & third Friday of each month. Join us for lively discussions, videos, movies & guest speakers as we introduce our fall schedule. Leader: Dr. Greg Gubler Suggested Donation Fri. 9/7, 9/21, 10/5 & 10/19 INTERMEDIATE POKER

Think you are ready to leave the Piggy Bank Poker group but not quite sure you are ready for the Texas Hold ‘em bunch? Then this is the place to be. Come and learn the techniques with Ed. Leader: Ed Chuck Tues. 10:00 AM; 2nd & 4th weeks each month LADIES TALK Leader: Paula Mayewski Mon. 11:00 AM LUNCH BUNCH

Enjoy a lunch out with friends as we travel to different locations in our area each month. Lunch is on your own. Leader: Ron Barrett 2nd Friday each month; 11:30 AM

9/14: DaVinci’s Pub 10/12: Longhorn Steakhouse

Locations are subject to change PIGGY BANK POKER

Learn how to play Texas Hold ‘em without breaking the bank

Self-Led Game Night; 2nd & 4th Tues. PINOCHLE We’ve just begun and invite beginners & experienced players to join Tues. & Thurs. at 1:00 POTTSTOWN DUPLICATE BRIDGE CLUB

Leader: Phil Presby, $7 TRAAC Members /$9 NonMembers

Mon. at 10 AM POTTSTOWN RECREATION GROUP FOR THE BLIND Leader: Laura Cohn Call for dates Reflective Moments BIBLE STUDY Self-led, No Charge Mon. at 10:30 SHUFFLEBOARD

Instruction & Tournament play Leader: Rose Kerr Mon. 10:30 with Rose Tournament play – Tuesdays; please call for information SOCIAL HOUR Leader: Martha Lessig 3rd Thurs. of the month; 5 – 7 PM, Chili’s Restaurant SPANISH LESSONS

Instructors: Belinda Frampton & Evelyn Dudonis/$1 Introduction to Spanish: Wed. 1 PM (Evelyn); space

limited-please pre-register-6 week course

Beginner: Wed. 10 AM (Evelyn); space limited-please preregister

Intermediate: Wed. 11 AM (Evelyn)

Advanced: Tues. 9:30 AM (Belinda) STAMP CLUB - EVENINGS Leader: Don Eshelman 1st Mon. each month; 7 PM SUDOKU

Looking for a few tips on Sudoku? Where to start & how to finish? Leader: Bettie Rossi Suggested Donation 2nd & 4th Wed. each month, 1 PM; TEXAS HOLD’ EM POKER Leader: Allen Sassaman See Allen for Buy-in $ Mon, Wed, Fri at 12:45 PM; please pre-register; max. 32 players TRAVEL CLUB

Information on places to visit, special guest speakers, & future trips 1st Wed; at 1:00 PM No Charge Exercise & Balance Classes 50+ FIT (FORMERLY HEALTHY STEPS IN MOTION)

A program focused on flexibility, strength and balance as well as fall prevention

Leader: Jolene Wert, Suggested Donation

Mon, Wed, Fri at 10:30 AM BEGINNER LINE DANCING

It’s an easy way to stay healthy, both mentally and physically. No experience necessary. Leader: Deb Bednar, $2 Thurs. at 11 AM FUN & FIT

45 minutes of balance, stretching & fun aerobic exercise. This class is geared for members advanced from chair work to a moderate program. May include bands & light weights Leader: Linda Startzel; $1 Mon. 12:45 CHAIR DANCING

Enjoy music? Like to dance but it just isn’t as easy as it was before? This is a great way to exercise and have fun too. Leader: Jolene Wert; $1 Mon. 12:45 CHAIR YOGA

Improve your balance, strength and flexibility all while sitting in your chair.

Leaders: Margie Polansky & Liz Smith; $1* Tues. at 12:45 - Liz Wed. at 9:15 - Margie GOLDEN ZUMBA

Introduces easy-to-follow Zumba® choreography that focuses on balance, range of motion and coordination. Leader: Joanne Giotti Mon. at 10:45 AM; $2 Wed. at 10:45 AM; $2 PILATES

Pilates will work to balance all muscle groups’ strength and flexibility, with an emphasis on challenging the core muscles with each movement. This class will blend the Classical Pilates Method with exercise variations and by using props and light weights. Modifications are suggested for beginners or for those with physical limitations. Pilates mat is a challenging yet safe method to sculpt your body and to feel increased agility in your everyday movements. This new program will begin Thursday, October 4th. Leader: Linda Startzel Thurs. at 9:00 AM; $2 PIYO

A faster paced class then our Senior Yoga classes that will provide a moderately challenging workout with short bursts of cardiovascular work & strength training for all over body conditioning. Call or see Jolene for more information. Leader: Jolene, $1 Thurs. at 12:45; Fri. at 9:00 SELF DEFENSE FOR SENIORS

Allows people of all levels and physical abilities to participate up to their comfort level, engages you physically and mentally

Leader: Darrel Bryant, $3 Tues. at 12:30 PM SENIOR YOGA

Improve balance, strength and flexibility with gentle senior yoga – no experience necessary Leader: Deb Bednar, $2 Mon. at 9 AM SIT AND GET FIT

A low impact exercise program using light weights, bands and balls, all done from your chair.

Leader: Jolene Wert, Suggested Donation

Tues and Thurs at 10 AM SUPER SENIOR FIT

A new twist on our exercise programs. The class will focus on balance, stretching & strength training. All fitness levels are welcome. Leader: Mihae Blank Wed. 2:00; $1 TAI CHI

A form of martial arts that involves slow, controlled and low-impact movements Leader: Darrel Bryant Tues at 1:30 PM; $3 Thurs. at 5:30 PM; $5 VOLLEYBALL Self-Led, Donations Accepted Tues. 6:00 PM Berean Church WALK WITH EASE

An Arthritis Foundation program promoting the benefits of walking. Jolene will begin her next session of Walk With Ease on Mon., Wed., & Thurs. mornings at 9:00. Leader: Jolene Wert Mon. -Wed.- Fri.Thurs; 9:00 AM WALKING GYM & EXERCISE EQUIPMENT Self-Led, No Charge Open 8 AM-4 PM daily WII GAMES WITH INSTRUCTION

Learn the techniques for the bowling and other games. No experience necessary. Leader: Mark Kray Tues. & Thurs. 1:00 PM; suggested donation YOGA AT NIGHT

Enjoy the health benefits of yoga for seniors including stronger bones, greater flexibility, stress relief and a more positive outlook.

Tues.; with Margie Polansky at 5:30 PM $5

Thurs.; with Deb Bednar at 6:00 PM $5 ZUMBA

Known as the most awesome workout ever! Dance to great music, with great people and burn calories without even realizing it. This will be a low impact program. **Begins Thurs., Sept. 4th!** Instructor: Liz Smith Thurs. at 11:00; $2 Nutrition LUNCH Lunch served daily; 12 PM Anonymous donations accepted

Reservations are due by Tues. the week prior.

Call (610) 323-5009 or register on CoPilot SNAP

Only 1/3 of eligible older adults participate in SNAP, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. Eat better, stay healthy – Paula can assist with qualifications for this program and get you signed up.

Call (610) 323-5009 SENIOR FOOD BOX

A supplemental food program for seniors with eligibility based on income. Program is available to Montgomery and Chester County residents. Contact Paula at (610)323-5009 TALKS WITH TERI

Quarterly cooking and information programs with Teri Wassel; MS, RD, offering easy to make and affordable healthy meals, salads and desserts. Dates vary. Please see the upcoming events calendar. Health & Wellness BLOOD PRESSURE

Fay will be with us on the 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month to do blood pressure checks. You can find Fay in our Café. DINING WITH DIABETES

A FREE six week program for anyone with Type 2 diabetes, prediabetes, or a risk of developing diabetes and caregivers to those with diabetes. Presented by Penn State Extension & funds provided by the Pottstown Area Health & Wellness Foundation. Space is limited; please call to register.

Fridays: September 7th through October 26th; 10 -12. MONTGOMERY COUNTY NURSING STUDENTS

Graduating nursing students will visit to perform blood pressure & blood sugar checks along with a short program. Everyone is encouraged to attend. Schedule varies.

Leader: Kristin Davies, No Charge UNIVERSITY OF THE SCIENCES PHARMACY STUDENTS

The students will be here to give us updates & information along with blood pressure checks

Thurs.; September 27th; 9:00 – 1:00. WELLNESS THURSDAYS W/RITE AID

Leader: Sheri Hardeman, No Charge

Thurs.; 9/20 & 10/18 Education & Assistance BENEFITS INFORMATION AND REFERRAL Paula Mayewski M-F, 9-2 PM Or By Appointment AARP- “55 ALIVE” DRIVING PROGRAM Leader: Marty Jensen Class will be held October 10th; 9AM-1PM

Charge: $15 for AARP members, $20 non-members

Call to register (610) 323-5009 APPRISE (MEDICARE) COUNSELING

Medicare is not one-size-fitsall – get your plan adjusted and save money! Leader: Ed Savitsky 2nd Wed. of the month or By appointment Call (610) 323-5009 VETERANS BENEFITS PROGRAM INFORMATION Jamie Washburn Please call for appointment information

(610)323-5009 Trips Please see the article in this newsletter for a complete list of destinations. Contact Sue at (610)323-5009 for more information. Special Events & Dates of Note * Please note dates and programs are subject to change SEPTEMBER

• 3rd – Closed for Labor Day! Enjoy your day.

• 4th – NEW Zumba class begins

• 5th – Shady Maple/Strasburg Railroad trip

• 5th – Agents for Advocacy: The Why’s & When’s of Insurance • 5th – RSVP visits • 6th – Knitting Machine demo with Tammy

• 7th – Dining with Diabetes begins; class size limited – must pre-register

• 12th – Annual TRAAC picnic at Ringing Rocks – please pre-register!

• 12th – TRAAC closed for the day; join us at the park!

• 13th – Bunco with Keller Williams • 13th – BINGO at Night • 13th – Genealogy with Kristine

• 17th – Meet, Greet & Eat with the Board

• 17th – Lunch and Learn with Beth; “Preventing Falls”

• 18th – “Understanding Alzheimer’s & Dementia” with Sherron Trio; Senior Helpers

• 24th – Annual Golf Outing at Hickory Valley Golf Club • 25th – Flowers with Nick • 25th – Mishock Physical Therapy presents: “Diabetes and You”

• 26th – Mohegan Sun Casino Trip • 26th – RSVP visits today • 26th – Produce delivery today!!!

• 27th – Pharmacy Students visit today

• 28th – 3rd Annual Health & Vendor Fair at the TRAAC – watch for schedule changes! OCTOBER

• 2nd – Red Cross Blood Drive today! Stop in & Donate!!!

• 3rd – Humana Visits – Open Enrollment Information

• 4th – Rite Aid: Flu & Shingles Vaccines! Please pre-register

• 4th – NEW Class – Pilates begins today