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Center on the Hill Weekly Update
Friday, June 24, 2022
Summertime at the Center!
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It is officially SUMMERTIME at the Center! CLICK HERE to view, download and print the Summer Schedule. It is mostly our ongoing classes and game groups, as well as a few OSCAR winning movies, and a special event or two. If you have always wanted to try out one of our fitness classes, game groups, or art classes - this summer is the time to do it! We have free parking, great Air Conditioning, and lots of friendly people to meet. You can also pick up the schedule at the Center anytime between 9am-4pm Monday - Friday. I look forward to seeing you all this summer at the Center!
Be sure to check out NEW ONLINE CONTENT, such as virtual tours, fitness videos, art lessons, recorded presentations and more, posted Monday - Thursday at Noon on our Programs page HERE.
Mariangela Saavedra
Director, Center on the Hill
215-247-4654
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Coming Soon:
REGISTRATION REQUIRED for all classes and activities. Space is limited for social distancing.
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JULY & AUGUST ART GALLERY EXHIBIT
THURSDAY PAINTERS
Watercolor Exhibit Inspired by Landscape and Design
The “Gallery” is open for viewing Monday-Friday 10am-4pm daily and before and after worship services.
Be sure to stop by the halls of the Center this summer and take a look at the showcase of eclectic, and engagingly profound art works by the Thursday Painters. Former students of Howard Watson at The Woodmere Museum, this group is bringing a special collection of their works to our halls for the summer.
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GOLDEN YOGA
Wednesdays, start at any time
3:00pm – 4:00pm
$10 per class, $35 for 4 Classes, $85 for 10 classes
Golden Yoga is a classical yoga, adapted by the SKY Foundation, to accommodate those who have difficulty getting up and down from the floor. The practices include stretching, breathing, relaxation, and meditation techniques – all done while sitting in a chair or standing.
Barbara Levitt, author of Golden Yoga: You Can Do It, has practiced and taught Classical Yoga under the direction of Dr. Vijayendra Pratap for more than forty-five years. Barbara is Secretary of the SKY Foundation and is a yoga instructor for the Jefferson- Myrna Brind Center of Integrative Medicine.
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MAH JONGG – OPEN PLAY
Tuesdays, ongoing
12:30pm – 2:30pm
$2
Wednesdays, ongoing
1:30pm – 3:30pm
$2
This is an opportunity to simply enjoy others’ company and play the game of Mah Jongg. Participants should be familiar enough with the game to play without formal instruction. Come join some new friends, and enjoy the game of Mah Jongg in a relaxed environment!
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QIGONG (HEALING MOVEMENTS)
Mondays, 2:00pm – 3:00pm (ongoing)
Thursdays, 9:00am – 10:00am (ongoing)
$40 per four classes; $12 walk-ins per class
Come and experience the gentle, healing movements of the ancient Chinese art of Qigong (chee - gung). It is the practice of moving Chi, life energy, through the body for good health and well-being. These easy movements can be done in a standing or seated position. Enjoy the peaceful, calming feelings brought about by this wonderful art. Michael McCormack has taught the healing arts for over twenty years. All are welcome.
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BRIDGE – OPEN PLAY
Not for beginners: participants should be familiar enough with the game to play without formal instruction.
Wednesdays (ongoing)
11:30am – 3:00pm
$2
This is an opportunity to simply enjoy others’ company and play the game of “Party Bridge”.
Thursdays, (ongoing)
10:00am – 12:00pm
$2
Come meet some new friends, and enjoy the game of "Rubber Bridge" on Thursday mornings!
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YOGA WITH ATTITUDE
Fridays, ongoing
9:30am – 11:00am
$45 per calendar month; first class $10, walk-ins; $15 for a single class
This is basic yoga with breath warm-ups, asana and meditation. Students of all ages and levels of experience are welcome. The class provides a method which allows us to adopt an “attitude” when confronted and to respond to the adventures in our lives. Participants practice alternative viewpoints, “while standing in truth and light.
Grace Perkins has been teaching yoga in and around Philadelphia for over 30 years. She has developed a unique program, integrating seasons, posture, metaphors, poetry and stories to enhance the basic Integral Yoga approach.
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- Try 12 minutes of Yoga for a fresh start to your day! Watch HERE.
- Get moving and improve your balance with this 10 minute active balance workout! Watch HERE.
- Learn how to create works of Art with found objects. Watch HERE.
- Enjoy this compilation of stunning Cirque du Soleil performances from their most popular shows across the world. Watch HERE.
- Tour this hidden gem in Philadelphia – Bartram’s Garden. Click HERE.
- Watch and Learn how to make Paper Mosaic Art! 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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