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Center on the Hill Weekly Update
Friday, May 13, 2022
Welcome May Flowers!

Have you seen all the lovely blooms happening outside right now? It is my absolute favorite time of year. Even when my allergies remind me that pollen is everywhere right now! Lots of great things happening at the Center this month. Just remember, I still have group limits in place for social distancing, so don’t wait to register for the activities you want to attend. And if you do register and then can not attend, please contact the Center and let me know. I often have a waitlist for classes and programs. View, download and print the SPRING NEWSLETTER HERE.
 
Don’t forget about NEW ONLINE CONTENT, such as virtual tours, fitness videos, art lessons, recorded presentations and more. I post it Monday - Thursday at Noon on our Programs page HERE
 
I hope you all are able to get out and enjoy some lovely weather, and gorgeous blooming flowers this weekend!
 
I look forward to seeing you soon at the Center!

 
Mariangela Saavedra
Director, Center on the Hill
215-247-4654

Coming Soon:
REGISTRATION REQUIRED for all classes and activities.

MAY ART GALLERY EXHIBIT- PHILADELPHIA CORPORATION FOR AGING (PCA)
The “Gallery” is open for viewing Monday-Friday 10am-4pm daily and before and after worship services.
CLOSING RECEPTION: Thursday May 26th 4:00pm-5:00pm Center Gallery.
This show will be part of the annual Celebrate the Arts and Aging exhibition around the city. As the Agency on Aging, PCA supports and creates programs designed to foster older adults’ quality of life and help them live independently in their community. They know that staying active and engaged is one of the keys to healthy aging. Their goal for Celebrate Arts and Aging is to encourage older people to experience the wealth of artistic possibilities our region has to offer and to showcase the outstanding works of senior artists. For a list of their services go to www.pcaCares.org

CROQUET OPEN PLAY (weather permitting)
Tuesdays, May 17 and 24
10:30am – 12:00pm

FREE 
Space is Limited
 
Join us outside on the Lawn to play American Nine-Wicket aka “Backyard” Croquet. This is a fun and engaging way to get some fresh air and exercise while playing a competitive lawn sport! 

"SOUL" LINE DANCING
Tuesday, May 17
3:00pm – 4:00pm
$5

 
Where can you dance with a room full of people, yet dance by yourself? Get fit and have fun as you line dance to R&B, Jazz, Hip-Hop, the "Philly" Sound, classic oldies, the latest soul favorites, and more.  Gloria will help you make this simple and easy activity, a feel-good form of exercise. NO PARTNER NEEDED!!! ALL Levels Welcome.

Instructor, Gloria Kingcade - Master "Soul" Line Dance Teacher with More than 2 Decades of Experience. In January 2001, Ms. Kingcade founded “D.A.S.H.E.R.S. Entertainment Network” (Dancing And Singing Help Everyone Relieve Stress), a business she created after leaving a 9-year stressful job. She has received many recognitions, and is dedicated to preserving the "Philly Style" of line dancing.

“DO I STAY OR DO I GO”
Thursday, May 19
11:00am – 12:00pm
FREE
 
 
Presentation will be recorded and posted online on May 24th.
Most all of us will have to make a decision as we age whether to remain in our own homes, or move into a continuous care retirement community (CCRC). This workshop is designed to answer your questions and give you the facts and information you need to make the decision that is best for you. We are all individuals with unique emotional, social and physical needs.  Is it better to remain at home or to move into a congregate living arrangement? What are the real costs of both decisions given the stresses we have all endured over the past two years? If we choose a CCRC, do monthly fees increase when we need to move through to the next level of care?  And if we remain at home, can we continue with yard and home maintenance?  How do we best maintain freedom and independence? Come join us and find some answers.  Bring your questions with you to this workshop, presented by Bess Wray, Owner, Human Touch Home Care, ltd., and Judy Dorshimer, a retired RN with first hand knowledge of CCRC’s.

TRAVELING IN THE US BY RIVERBOAT AND RAILWAYS
Thursday, May 26
11:00am – 12:00pm
FREE


Learn about ways to Travel on Riverboats and the Rocky Mountaineer Railways. Each of these types of vacation travel showcase our United States. 

American Queen Riverboat Cruises
Cruising on our world-class ships, enjoy comfortable lounges and large observation decks that provide the perfect place for guests to relax and enjoy the company of fellow travelers who share their interest in American heritage. Glass enclosed dining salons provide panoramic views of the spectacular scenery you will see on every American Cruise Lines trip. We will discuss Civil War Routes, Mississippi and New England routes and more.

Rocky Mountaineer Railways
Journey through two days of extraordinary landscapes between Moab, Utah and Denver, Colorado. Vast canyons, inspiring deserts, natural archways and enchanting hoodoos are just a start. Available in SilverLeaf Service, this Rocky Mountaineer rail route is filled with highlights best seen by train, including Ruby Canyon, Mount Garfield and crossing the Continental Divide.

AFTERNOON MOVIE
1:30pm
$2


Are you looking for an enjoyable activity that’s economical and during the day time so you don’t have to drive at night?   Are you looking to see a movie in a relaxing setting with easy parking and no long lines? Then join us for an enjoyable afternoon at the movies.
 
THURSDAY, MAY 26 SHOWING “JUNGLE CRUISE”
Join fan favorites Dwayne Johnson and Emily Blunt for the adventure of a lifetime on Disney’s Jungle Cruise, a rollicking thrill-ride down the Amazon with wisecracking skipper Frank Wolff and intrepid researcher Dr. Lily Houghton. Lily travels from London, England to the Amazon jungle and enlists Frank’s questionable services to guide her downriver on La Quila—his ramshackle-but-charming boat. Lily is determined to uncover an ancient tree with unparalleled healing abilities—possessing the power to change the future of medicine.

Did You See These? 
  • Give your abs a workout today with this great seated abdominal workout. Watch HERE.
     
  • This Upper Body stretch routine will loosen you up today! Watch HERE.
     
  • Watch How to Paint a Still Life with Watercolors – A Step-by-step Guide. Watch HERE.
     
  • Watch and Learn about the Men who built America during the Guided Age, in this great episode from The History Channel. Watch HERE.
     
  • Take a stunning virtual tour of Italy. Click HERE.
     
  • Learn how to make pretty jewelry with beads. Click HERE
     
  •  Workout your brain today, and try this online version of Chinese Checkers! Click HERE.
     
  • Rediscover previously posted videos and links on our More Online Programming Page HERE.  And Don’t forget to.. Visit our Community Resources page HERE for updated information regularly.
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