GLASSBORO SENIOR CITIZEN CENTER
South Delsea Drive Park
152 S. Delsea Drive
Glassboro, NJ 08028
856- 881-8504 ext. 3
Hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 3:00pm
Open to all Gloucester County Residents, 60 years of age or older
PROGRAM COORDINATORS: Veronica Brown & Marybeth Thomas
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WEEKLY ACTIVITIES
AEROBICS – Mon., Wed., Fri., 1:00pm (Marybeth Thomas, Instructor)
PHYSICAL FITNESS – Mon., Wed., Fri., 9:30am (Veronica Brown, Instructor)
BINGO – Tuesday or Thursday, 12:45pm
CRAFT CLASS – Tues. and Thurs., 9:30am (Nancy Dougherty, Instructor)
PINOCHLE – Tuesday, 12 noon
Weight Training for Seniors – Tuesday, 9:15am
Yoga – Monday, 10:45-11:45am (Jeanne Nickelson, Instructor)
GLOUCESTER COUNTY NUTRITION PROGRAM
CALL 881-6610
Open 9:00am – 1:00pm
Site Manager Lou Weiss
Low cost meals ($1.25) are available at the Center Monday - Friday.
GLOUCESTER COUNTY DIVISION OF SENIOR SERVICES
115 Budd Blvd.
West Deptford, NJ 08096
856-384-6900 or 1-877-222-3737
GLASSBORO PARK & RECREATION
S. Delsea Drive Park
152 S. Delsea Drive
Glassboro, NJ 08028
856-881-1515 ext. 2
Lori Penn, Director
Lorraine Spaeth, Admin. Assist.
Gloria Salter, Clerk
WEBSITE: www.glassboroonline.com
BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING – Tues., OCT. 21, 2014 - 9:30am
BINGO – Tuesday or Thursday, 12:45pm, $1.00 donation.
PINOCHLE – Tuesday @ 12 noon.
WEIGHT TRAINING for SENIORS – Every Tuesday at 9:15am
A signed medical release is required.
Class size is limited. Call the office for information
BOWLING – LUNCH and BOWL every Friday, Glassboro Bowling &
Lunch begins at 12noon
Recreation Center
Bowling begins at 12:30pm
CRIBBAGE – Friday – 12:30pm
YOGA – Monday – 10:45 – 11:45am
MAH JONGG – Tuesday and Thursday, 12 noon
WALKING – Tuesday, Bullock School – 1pm
SERVICES AVAILABLE at THE CENTER
PAAD/Lifeline, Senior Gold, Hearing Aid Assistance Applications
NOTARY SERVICE – This is a free service
PLEASE DO NOT THROW OUT USED EYEGLASSES. DROP THEM AT
THE CENTER AND WE WILL FORWARD THEM TO THE NEEDY.
DONATIONS The Center is partially funded through a grant from the
Gloucester County Dept. on Aging under Title III of the Older
Americans Act. All Title III service providers are required by the state
to implement a donation policy. We will accept any donations made to
the program. Make checks payable to the Gloucester County Division
of Senior Services.
KNITTERS and CROCHETERS
Holy Redeemer Hospice is in
desperate need for skeins of yarn used to make lap blankets for
hospice patients. Please bring donations to the office.
GLASSBORO FOOD BANK
Please place nonperishable food
donations in the collection barrel located in the Center. Thank you for
your concern for the needy.
PARK & RECREATION TRIPS
Call Park & Rec. (881-1515) to
reserve your seat. Senior citizens may sign 3 weeks prior to date of
trip. Glassboro residents are free; non-residents $2.00.
Ages 18 - 59 - sign up – 1 week prior to trip, $2.00/person
Bus departure: 9:30am
Returns: 2:30pm
Christmas Tree Shop/Ollies/Deptford Mall – Wed. Oct. 8, 2014
Williamstown Walmart & Amish Market – Fri. Dec. 5, 2014
MEDICARE OPEN ENROLLMENT
SHIP COUNSELING
Both coordinators are trained State Health
Insurance Counselors. OPEN ENROLLMENT for MEDICARE-October 15
– December 7, 2014. NOW is the time to make changes! Call the Office
to make an appointment to review your current prescription drugs on
the Medicare website to determine the best Part D Plan for you.
GENTLE STRETCH YOGA FOR SENIORS
Come experience the many benefits of YOGA!
Yoga Class is held on Mondays at 10:45 – 11:45am, $3.00/class. Sign
up in the office at the beginning of the month for the entire month.
Poses and positions adapted for seniors. Jeanne Nickelson will hold a
regular class on Monday, October 6, 2014 and then will be out on
medical leave until November 10, 2014
TRIP SIGN UP PROCEDURE
THE SIGN UP DATE and TIME is always included in the trip info. The
sign up is open to ALL GLOUCESTER COUNTY RESIDENTS. Names
may be put in the drawing on the sign up day anytime before the
designated time; YOU MUST BE PRESENT FOR THE SIGN UP. Once
the first name is drawn no additional names are added to the drawing.
A person may sign up him/herself and one other person. If a person
comes in to sign up after the first name is pulled, their name goes on a
list to be added only after all names in the drawing have been pulled.
Be prepared to show PROOF OF RESIDENCE and the NAME AND
PHONE NUMBER of an EMERGENCY CONTACT PERSON.
REFUND POLICY
*Refunds will gladly be issued prior to the date of the trip IF advance
purchase of meals and/or admission tickets is NOT required.
*Payments on trips with multiple installments need to be made in a
timely manner, otherwise we reserve the right to offer your seat to
someone else.
*Trips having a sign up months in advance and multiple payments
MUST BE CANCELLED ONE MONTH PRIOR TO THE TRIP DATE in order
to receive a refund immediately after the seat is filled.
*Trips having a sign up months in advance and multiple payments
cancelled less than one month prior to the trip date will not be
refunded until AFTER the trip and ONLY IF we are able to fill your seat.
*Trips requiring a single payment MUST BE CANCELLED 5 DAYS PRIOR
TO THE TRIP DATE to receive a refund immediately after we fill your
seat.
*Trips requiring only one payment CANCELLED LESS THAN 5 DAYS
PRIOR TO TRIP DATE will not be refunded until after the trip and ONLY
IF we fill your seat.
*Refunds will not be issued to “no shows” on the day of the trip.
In order to receive a refund trip payment receipt must be returned and
refund verification must be signed in record book.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: EVERYONE must carry a
Photo ID at all times when participating on any of our trips.
TRIP PARKING PROCEDURE
Please park in the middle of the parking lot on the side of
the building where the flagpole is located. Please DO NOT
park along the fence in front of the building; these spaces
are for people visiting the building throughout the day.
Handicap parking is first come first serve.
Please note that on any trip that does not have a specific
sign-up day, your name will not be put on the list until we
receive payment
INDOOR WALKING PROGRAM
DOROTHY BULLOCK SCHOOL – TUESDAYS 1-2pm
Meet at the school. For security reasons everyone MUST check in at
the office and receive a badge. Walk @ your own pace.
WALKING WILL RESUME TUESDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2014
HALLOWEEN PIZZA and BINGO
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2014
COST: $5.00
Pizza at 1pm, Bingo immediately following
Dress in Black and Orange or Come in Costume!!
SIGN UP IN THE OFFICE
********NEW CLASS*******
6 week PERSONAL SAFETY CLASS
FRIDAY OCTOBER, 17, 2014 – November, 21, 2014
10:30-11:30am
Cost: $3.00/class
Ray Owens, a local karate instructor will be conducting a personal
safety class at the Center for 6 weeks beginning Friday,
October 17, 2014. Learn basic defensive moves and
behaviors anyone can use if approached from behind when
walking or getting into your car in a parking lot, etc.
SIGN UP IN THE OFFICE BEFORE FRIDAY, OCT.17, 2014
ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION AQUATIC EXERCISE CLASS
Virtua Center for Health and Fitness
Virtua has offered the opportunity for our own class slot. The class
involves 1 hour of exercise in their super-heated pool designed to
greatly relieve arthritis discomfort. Class time: Wednesday 11am 12noon, $5.50/class You must provide your own transportation.
Please call the office for info
MT. AIRY CASINO TRIBUTE TO KENNY and DOLLY
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2014
Cost: $62.00
Trip includes motor coach transportation to Mt. Airy Casino in Mt.
Pocono, PA, $25 slot play, lunch buffet and 3:30 show ticket to
“Together again, A Tribute to Kenny Rogers and Dolly Parton”.
Bus departure: 9:00
Return: 6:30 - 7pm
Waiting List Only
APPLE PICKING @ HILL CREEK FARM
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2014
10:30am-12:30pm
The bus will leave the Center @ 10:30am. Pick your own apples off
dwarf trees, NO CLIMBING. Bring a basket or sturdy bag.
SIGN UP IN THE OFFICE
READING TERMINAL MARKET
LUNCH @ PETITE PASSION @ The Art Institute
THE BARNES MUSEUM
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2014
COST: $49.00
We will use the Park & Rec Bus for this trip; limit 34
We will first make a brief stop at the Reading Terminal Market. At
11:30am we will have a 4 course gourmet luncheon prepared and
served by the students of the Culinary Arts program. Then we will visit
the Barnes Foundation which holds one of the finest collections of
Post-Impressionist and early Modern paintings.
Bus departure: 9am
Return: 5 – 5:30pm
Friday, October 3, 2014 - $20 balance due
PHILLY POPS ORCHESTRA “CHRISTMAS Spectacular”
HOLIDAY POPS CONCERT @ VERIZON HALL at The Kimmel Center
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2014
COST: $68.00
We will use the Park & Rec Bus for this trip; Limit 34
Philadelphia’s most treasured holiday musical tradition continues with
the return of celebrated conductor, Davis Charles Abell and special
performances by the POPS Festival Chorus, the Philadelphia Boys
Choir & the African Episcopal Church of St. Thomas Gospel Choir.
We will stop for lunch on your own before the show, place still TBD.
Bus departure: 10:30
Return: 6pm
WAITING LIST ONLY
Friday, October 17, 2014 - $20 payment due
Friday, November 21, 2014 - $28 balance due
SHOPPING @ JACKSON PREMIUM OUTLETS
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2014
COST: $3.00
We will use the Park & Rec bus for this trip; limit 34
Shop the 70 outlet stores
Lunch is on your own
SIGN UP IN THE OFFICE
BROADWAY PHILADELPHIA 2014-2015
Bus departure: 6pm for each show
SHOWTIME: 7:30pm
TICKETS HAVE BEEN PURCHASED
ALL SHOWS ARE WAITING LIST ONLY
DISNEY’S “NEWSIES” @ The Academy of Music
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2014
COST: $$62.00
“Newsies, based on the Newsboy strike of 1899, is the story of Jack
Kelly, a rebellious newsboy who dreams of a life as an artist away
from the big city. Publishing giant Joseph Pulitizer raises newspaper
prices at the newsboys’ expense, Kelly and his fellow newsies take
action. Helped by beautiful female reporter Katherine Plumber, all of
New York City soon recognizes the power of “the little man”.
“MOTOWN the MUSICAL” @ THE ACADEMY OF MUSIC
Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2015
Cost: $82.00
“Motown the Musical” is the true American dream story of Motown
founder Berry Gordy who launches the careers of Diana Ross, Michael
Jackson, Smokey Robinson, The Temptations and many nore. Motown
shattered barriers, shaped our lives, and made us all move to the same
beat. Experience it live on stage!
“DIRTY DANCING” @ The Academy of Music
TUESDAY, MARCH 24, 2015
COST: $82.00
“Dirty Dancing” – the classic story on stage is an unprecedented live
experience, exploding with heart-pounding music, passionate romance
and sensational dancing. This smash hit tells the story of Baby and
Johnny, two fiercely independent spirits from different worlds who
come together in what will be the most challenging and triumphant
summer of their lives The show features hit songs “Do You Love Me?”
and the heart stopping “I’ve had the Time of my Life”.
“KINKY BOOTS” @ THE FORREST THEATRE
TUESDAY, MAY 5, 2015
COST: $91.00
“Kinky Boots”, the winner of 6 Tony Awards, is the story of Charlie
Price, a man who has reluctantly inherited his father’ nearly bankrupt
shoe factory. Charlie finds inspiration in the form of “Lola”, a fabulous
drag queen entertainer in need of some sturdy stilettos. This unlikely
pair finds they have more in common than they ever dreamed
possible…..and together they discover that when you change your
mind about someone, you can change your whole world.
*********NEW SHOW ADDED********
THE LION KING
THURSDAY, JUNE 11, 2015
COST: $88
This show is a matinee and the seats are fantastic – Center front/mid
Orchestra! This is a great opportunity to see this show. We will stop at
the Reading Terminal before the show where you may have lunch on
your own before the show.
Bus departure: 11 am
Showtime: 2pm
Return: 5-5:30pm
SIGN UP FRIDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2014 @ 10am w/ $30 deposit
We will only purchase tickets for those who have signed up with a
deposit. Once tickets are purchased we will not be able to get
additional tickets.
CHRISTMAS LIGHT SHOW in OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND
w/ a visit to BERLIN, MD and OCEANDOWNS CASINO
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 4 – FRIDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2014
COST: $157pp DBL
$190pp SGL
A short getaway to Ocean City, MD to enjoy some outlet shopping,
browsing in the shops and boutiques of Berlin, MD, voted 2014
“America’s Coolest Town”, dinner and an evening light show and a
visit to OCEANDOWNS Casino. We will stop at the outlet stores of
Rehobeth Beach for some shopping and lunch (on your own) on the
way to Ocean City, MD. After lunch we will check into our overnight
accommodations at the Holiday Inn Express in Ocean City, MD. Spend
the remaining part of the afternoon enjoying the day long Berlin
Christmas Parade as you stroll Main St. and check out the unique
stores and boutiques many of which feature beautiful antiques. Dinner
will be at the Atlantic Hotel in Berlin. After dinner we travel back to
Ocean City and will board a tram for Ocean City’s evening Christmas
Light Show.
Enjoy a continental breakfast the next morning before we depart for
more outlet shopping and a visit to OCEANDOWNS Casino.
Bus departure: 8am (12/4)
Return: 6pm (12/5)
WE NEED 15 MORE PEOPLE FOR THIS TRIP TO HAPPEN
CALL THE OFFICE NOW IF YOU ARE THINKING ABOUT GOING!!
Friday, October 17, 2014 - $50 (DBL), $60 (SGL) payment due
Friday, November 21, 2014 - $50 (DBL), $60 (SGL) balance due
2014 CHRISTMAS SHOW @ The AMERICAN MUSIC THEATRE
LUNCH @ SHADY MAPLE SMORGASBORD
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 11, 2014
COST: $79.00
Trip includes motor coach transportation, lunch, show and all taxes
and gratuities.
Enjoy the scenery as you travel to the countryside of Lancaster
County, Pa. Have lunch at the Shady Maple Smorgasbord followed by
free time to shop at the Shady Maple Complex. Then board the coach
and travel to the American Music Theatre in Lancaster, PA for the 3pm
performance of the 2014 Christmas Show. This season’s extravaganza
promises awe-inspiring music and dance that will touch your soul with
the true meaning of Christmas.
Bus departure: 9am
return: 7:30pm
Friday, October 31, 2014 - $20 payment due
Friday, November 21, 2014 - $20 balance due
SHOPPING @ READING/VANITY FAIR
DINNER @ SHADY MAPLE SMORGASBORD
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2014
COST: $21.00
We WILL USE THE PARK & REC BUS FOR THIS TRIP; LIMIT 34
Join us for our annual Fall shopping trip to the outlets of
READING/VANITY FAIR. Lunch is on your own. After shopping we will
travel to the Shady Maple Complex for more shopping and dinner at
the Smorgasbord.
Bus departure: 8am
Return: 7:30pm
Seats Still Available
BOOTH’S CORNER FLEA MARKET
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2014
COST: $3.00
We will use the Park & Rec Bus for this trip; limit 34
Inside Amish and Flea market. Lunch is on your own.
Bus departure: 9:30am
Return: 4pm
SIGN UP IN THE OFFICE
QUAKER BRIDGE MALL and TRADER JOES, Princeton, NJ
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2014
COST: $3.00
We will use the Park & Rec Bus for this trip; limit 34
Get an early start on your holiday shopping – Macy’s, Lord and Taylor,
JC Penney and many other shops. Lunch is on your own at the Mall.
After lunch the bus will take everyone to Trader Joes where you can
stock up on tasty, healthy foods.
Bus departure: 9am
Return: 4 - 4:30pm
SIGN UP IN THE OFFICE
WILBUR BUDS FACTORY, LITITZ, PA
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2014
COST: $5.00
We will use the Park & Rec bus for this trip; limit 34
Visit the Wilbur Buds Factory in Lititz, PA. Stock up on Wilbur Buds for
holiday gifts. Lunch is on your own.
Bus departure: 8:30am
Return: 4:30pm
SIGN UP IN THE OFFICE
GLASSBORO SENIOR CENTER
FITNESS INCENTIVE PROGRAM
Take advantage of all of the exercise opportunities offered by the
Glassboro Senior Citizen Center
Physical Fitness Aerobics
WALKING
YOGA
TAI CHI
Aquatic Exercise
Weight Training
Check in EVERYTIME you participate. Everything counts.
Win prizes after 10, 25, 50 and 70 activities
MAKE and TAKE CRAFT
MONDAY, OCTOBER 27, 2014
12:30pm
Make a Fall Craft and take it home the same day!
Sign up in the office
The office will be closed from Monday, October 6,
2014 –Friday, October 10, 2014 because we will be
on our annual Fall trip. The office will be closed
Monday, October 13, 2014 for Columbus Day. The
office will reopen Tuesday, October 14, 2014 at 9am.
Gentle Yoga for Adults
Sponsored by Park and Recreation
Tuesdays
6:30-7:45pm
8 weeks/$45
Participants MUST provide proof of insurance
Call Park and Recreation for info
ext. 2
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856-881-1515
UPCOMING GLASSBORO DOWNTOWN EVENTS
Glassboro Craft Beer Festival – Saturday, Oct. 4,
2014
Paws for a Cause @ S Delsea Dr. Park – Fri., Oct. 10,
2014
Glassboro Unity Day Saturday, Oct. 11, 2014 – Rowan
Blvd
Winterland – Saturday, November 30, 2014 thru Monday,
February 16, 2015
FLU SHOTS
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2014
10 – 11am
Gloucester County Dept. of health will be at the Center for Flu Shots