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WINTER & SPRING 2008 PROGRAMS
at the Centre Region Senior Center
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Trips, Music & Entertainment
Programs -
Winter & Spring '08
The Centre Region Senior Social Club is an active group of adults ages 55+ that has
been meeting for over 50 years! The club offers fun activities, exciting trips and interesting
programs. New participants are always welcome! Tuesdays from 10 AM - 1:30 PM FREE!
 Bus Trips - 2008
Mark your calendars NOW!
May 13 (Tuesday): Gettysburg and Boyd's Bear Country CLICK HERE
July 19 (Saturday): Jim Thorpe, PA by motorcoach CLICK HERE
August: TBA. Watch for details in the 2008 Summer Leisure Guide
October: The Corning NY Glassworks & a Finger Lakes Winery
November: Greensburg, PA, Overly's Country Christmas & dinner at a
nearby restaurant
Registration information will be listed in the Leisure Guide for the appropriate
season and on this website. Gift Certificates are available for
all Senior Center Bus Trips. Call the Senior Center today at (814) 231-3076.
Silver Chorale
Share the joy of singing with weekly practices and performances on Wednesdays at
12:30 PM. FREE
Jazz Band, Dance Band, Banjo Band
Call 231-3076 for details if you are interested in joining any of these lively performance groups. FREE
Line Dancing
No experience or partners needed! Join the FUN in the Center's dance room on
Mon., Wed., & Fri. at 10:50 AM. They also meet on Tuesdays at Mt. Nittany Residence, 7 PM. FREE
To register for Senior Center programs, please
call the Centre Region Senior Center at 231-3076
Education & Recreation
Programs-
Winter & Spring '08
 “Home Ownership: Make it a Benefit, not a Burden”
Thursday, May 15, 2008, 1:00 - 2:30 PM
Get good advice from two professionals regarding:
• planning for home maintenance
• preventing problems
• dealing with contractors & repair workers
• obstacles to staying in your home
• improving the market value of your home.
Presented for adults age 55 and over by:
• Gil Morrison, owner of Morrison Construction, a company specializing
in design, construction and maintenance of existing homes.
• Lyn Jackson: a commercial and residential realtor for many years.
Advance registration is required. Fee: $5 Resident / $8 Nonresident Program # 53701
For more information or to register, please call the Senior Center at (814) 231-3076 or register online.
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“The Pleasure of Oil Painting Outdoors" Program # 53501
Thursdays, 1:00 - 4:00 PM, May 1 - June 19, 2008, 8 sessions
(fee does not include supplies). For intermediate-level students who want to paint outdoors. This class offers instruction in the use of oil paints that are water-soluble (for easier cleanup & no turpentine smell). Depending upon weather conditions, some classes may be held inside the Senior Center. Instructor: Anna Sahr Fee: $50 Resident / $75 Nonresident |
Spring Book Discussion Group Program #52701
Calling all readers! Join Linda Lorich, Librarian from Schlow Centre Region Library, once
a month for this informational and entertaining discussion. Book titles will be varied from novels
to biographies and much more! The group meets Wednesdays, April 9, May 7 & June 4; 12:30
- 1:30 PM. FREE! Please call ahead at 231-3076 to register.
Card Games, Board Games & Mah Jongg
Join us at the Senior Center for a variety of social games such as pinochle, canasta, scrabble
& mah jongg. Weekdays, 10 AM. No partners needed. FREE!
Duplicate Bridge
No partners required, but please call the Senior Center in advance to reserve a seat.
Mondays & Thursdays at 9 AM. Free!
PC Learning Lab
Take advantage of the Center's one-on-one sessions, offering instruction in computer
basics and working towards levels of greater proficiency. Weekday instruction is offered by
appointment only at a fee of $3 per hour. Our thanks to D&E Communications for providing
high-speed Internet service to the Senior Center.
To register for Senior Center programs, please
call the center at (814) 231-3076
Health & Fitness
Programs-
Winter & Spring '08
Gentle Yoga
Learn a progressive series of exercises that improve posture, ease arthritic pain,
increase flexibility, and promote a sense of well-being. Instructor: Barbara Lindenbaum
For Beginners:
Spring session: Mon., Apr. 7 - June 16; 2:30 - 4:00PM Program # 52310
Omit May 26, (10 classes) Fee: $30 R / $45 N
For Returning Students:
Spring session: Wed., Apr. 9 - June 18; 2:30 - 4:00PM Program # 52311
(10 classes) Fee: $30 R / $45 N
Progressive Resistance Weight Training
Exercise using hand-held weights, leg weights, & therapeutic exercise bands (all equipment provided). Program is designed to increase muscle strength, bone density, and flexibility. Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11AM - Noon Fee: $8R / $12N per session
Winter session: Jan. 3 - Mar. 27 (25 classes) Program # 51301
Spring session: Apr. 1 - June 26 (26 classes) Program # 52301
Healthy Steps in Motion Exercise Program Program # 51363
This low impact exercise program will work on improving balance, flexibility, strength and reduce the risk of falling and can be done in a chair or standing. Participants will use hand-held weights and exercise bands, which will be provided. Mondays & Fridays, 10:15 - 11:15 AM. This on-going program is FREE!
Brain Boosters
Call the Senior Center for more information on these interesting programs and discussions
on various ways to boost your brain power. Centre Region Senior Center: 231-3076
Blood Pressure
Screening
Offered by Nittany Home Health Service, every 3rd Wednesday, 10:30-11:00 AM. FREE
Beginning Tai Chi (from the Arthritis Foundation)
This popular exercise is effective in promoting physical and mental well being. While
scientific studies have proven that Tai Chi increases flexibility, muscular strength & fitness, it may
also reduce joint pain and stiffness due to arthritis. This program is designed for individuals
with/without arthritis and is safe for people of all ages. Instructor: Leslie Roberts, certified instructor.
Winter:
Part I: Tues., Jan 15 - Feb. 19; 10:30 - 11:30 AM Program # 51352
(6 classes per session) Fee: $45 R / $63 N
Part II: Tues., Feb. 26 - Apr. 1; 10:30 - 11:30 AM Program # 51353
(6 classes per session) Fee: $40 R / $60 N
Spring:
Part I: Thur., Apr. 3 - May 8; 10:30 - 11:30
AM Program # 52352
(6 classes per session) Fee: $45 R / $63 N
Part II: Thur., May 15 - June 19; 10:30 - 11:30
AM Program # 52353
(6 classes per session) Fee: $40 R / $60 N
Advanced Tai Chi (from the Arthritis Foundation) Program #51354
For those who have completed the beginners series of Tai Chi (from the Arthritis
Foundation). This advanced 12 week series will review the basic level 1 movements and include the
reverse direction, an additional 9 movements. Participants will be introduced to qigong, a slow,
deep breathing exercise to develop an awareness of breath and energy in the body while
facilitating stress reduction. Instructor: Leslie Roberts, certified instructor.
Tuesdays, Jan. 15 - Apr. 1; 12 - 1 PM (12 classes); Fee: $85R / $128N
Walking Adventures
Get to know the local parks and pleasant neighborhoods in and around the State College
area with information from this program, and your own two feet! For more information on how
to participate in this fantastic program, please click HERE or call the Senior Center at
231-3076.
Hiking Group
Avoid cabin fever while enjoying a moderate hike in the great outdoors. Various locations
in and around State College. Tuesdays at 10 AM (January - March) & 9 AM (April -
June). FREE (except for car pool donations). Call the Senior Center for more information at
231-3076.
To register for the programs listed above,
please call the
Centre Region Senior Center at (814) 231-3076
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