Greater Harleysville and North Penn Senior Services
1292 Allentown Road, Suite A
Lansdale, PA 19446
215-362-7432
www.Peakcenter.org
January/February 2016 Upcoming Events
*Programs/events marked with * are targeted for anyone 60+. Those 55+ are welcome.
For more information on these events, please call 215-362-7432
Wellness Programs
Do I Need a Hearing Aid?
January 12 10:00 – 11:00 AM
Do you feel other people mumble or don’t speak up? Have family or friends
noticed you don’t seem to hear well? Do you hear but often don’t seem to
understand? Join us for an evaluation and screening to help you understand your
hearing loss.
What Are Cataracts?
February 12 12:30 – 1:30 PM
A cataract is a clouding of the eye’s lens that can cause vision problems. Early
symptoms of cataracts include blurred vision, glare, and difficulty reading. The
decision to proceed with surgery is primarily based on the amount of difficulty
you have performing your routine daily activities.
Consumer Education
Banking Today-It’s a Whole New World
Monday, January 25 at 10:30 AM
Presented by Mary Metz, First Priority Bank
So much has changed in the way we bank, especially since the financial collapse in
2008. Come join us for a refresher on what’s changed and learn how to get the
most of your relationship with a bank. Did you know that online banking is
recommended as the best way to avoid problems with your account? We all know
that savings accounts are not what they used to be – come find out about current
options. This will be an information session, not a sales presentation.
Reevaluate Your Car Insurance
January 27 12:30 -1:30 PM
When was the last time you checked your automobile insurance? Do you have
income protection, annual mileage discount or too much liability coverage? Bring
your policy and let our experts sort through the fine print.
Estate Planning
February 3 10:30 -11:30 AM
Learn the steps to protecting your assets while providing for your loved ones.
Get information on how to maintain your privacy and protect your estate against
a living probate if you become disabled. And so much more…
Trips
Ladore Lodge 2016
Waymart, Pennsylvania
Monday, October 3-Friday, October 7
$50.00 deposit will hold your spot
Join us in 2016 for a spectacular time!
Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta
Collette Tours
September 29, 2016, six days
Cost for a double: $1899 plus airfare
8 meals included: 5 breakfasts and 3 dinners
Your favorite cooking show comes to life at the Santa Fe School of cooking.
Embark on a bucket-list ride along the eclectic Route 66, tour the National
Museum of Nuclear Science and History, and behold the dramatic Albuquerque
International Balloon Fiesta. To learn more about this great trip come to a
presentation on Tuesday, January 12 at 12:30 PM at Encore Experiences, 312
Alumni Avenue, Harleysville.
Spotlight on Washington, D.C.
Collette Tours
Future trip in May of 2017
Spend 5 memorable nights in the heart of Washington, D.C. Tour the iconic and
storied U.S. Capitol Building. Explore the Smithsonian’s Air & Space Museum
and experience a narrated tour of Arlington National Cemetery.
Enrichment Programs
Movies (beginning at 10:00 AM)
Rickie and the Flash
January 13 PG-13, Runtime 106 minutes
Rickie Randazzo, is a middle aged rock star who plays dive bars in Los Angeles’
San Fernando Valley. Her life is turned upside down when her ex-husband calls
to tell her their distraught daughter is going through a very messy divorce. Ricki
flies to Chicago to try and comfort her daughter who rejects her. She also finds
out that one of her sons is getting married and that another is gay. Ricki attempts
to find some sort of redemption with her family.
Faith of Our Fathers
January 27 PG-13, Runtime unknown, Drama
John Paul George is a postal worker who never knew his father, who died
in Vietnam in 1969.
When his mother passes away, keepsakes in his mother’s garage point to a man
named Eddie Adams, who was his father’s comrade in Vietnam. John embarks
on a quest to meet Eddie and through him learn more about his father as both a
personal connection and a veteran in war.
The Artist
February 10 Comedy, Drama, Romance
With the rise of talking films came the falling of many silent film stars. While still
at the zenith
of his fame, George Valentin helps a struggling extra named Peppy Mille. Peppy
has talent and
eventually makes it big in the movies, especially as talking films become the rage
in the late 1920’s. But while Peppy’s star is on the rise, George’s is falling. The
stock market crash ruins his fortune, and his wife throws him out. In despair, he
burns up all his old films and almost loses his life only to be saved by Peppy and
his chauffeur. Reversing the kindness that he showed her she was starting out,
Peppy gets George a role in one of her films.
5 Flights Up
February 24 R-PG, Runtime: 92 mins. Drama
Ruth and Alex have been married for many years. They live on the fifth floor of
an apartment in Brooklyn. As they age, they are thinking it will be more
convenient to move to another place. Their beloved dog is aging as well. He
needs surgery that might leave him unable to walk again. Ruth’s niece is a real
estate agent who sees and opportunity for a big sale in her future. They’ll have to
rely on her to get them a deal on the apartment. As the reality sinks in, they relive
many memories from years ago.
Martin Luther King Day
January 18 10:00 AM
Join us as we celebrate Martin Luther King Day with a special showing of the
movie “Selma.”
History of Lansdale
January 20 12:30 - 1:30 PM
Did you know that Lansdale is full of history, from the Liberty Bell trail to
The Morgan House, home of Daniel Boone’s wife Rebecca? Learn about the area
you call home.
Information Session & Ice-Cream Social
Wednesday, February 3 12:15 PM
Hosted by St. Mary’s Villa
Learn about St. Mary’s Villa and enjoy scoops of excitement and sprinkles of fun.
Chinese New Year’s
Celebration- Year of the Monkey
Monday, February 8 12:30 PM
Join us to celebrate this unique holiday in Asian culture. We will share some
store-bought treats and learn about some Asian traditions from our fellow PEAK
participants.
Becoming an Ally: Responding to Name-Calling and Bullying
February 15 12:30 PM
Presented by Robin Burstein
Becoming an Ally empowers people to become effective allies in incidents of bias
and bullying by increasing their understanding of the impact of name-calling,
bullying and other bias behaviors. Attendees will learn about the specific role of
being an ally, learn a process for safely intervening, and have an opportunity to
develop and practice the variety of responses to take action.