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Center on the Hill Weekly Update
Friday, November 11, 2022
Happy Veterans Day!
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Today we take time to honor all the men and women who have served our country in the Armed Forces. It is with deepest thanks and gratitude we remember our veterans on this day. Thank you for your service.
The Center will be closed on Thursday, November 24th and Friday, November 25th for the Thanksgiving holidays, and will re-open on Monday November 28th.
PLEASE SUPPORT THE CENTER ON THE HILL. This season we are asking you to help make it possible for us to continue offering our excellent programming at little or no cost to our participants, as well as developing new and engaging activities in the upcoming months. If you have enjoyed The Center on the Hill, and our classes and events, will you please consider supporting us by donating to our 2022 Annual Campaign? Your contribution will help us to fulfill our vision of offering quality programming both in-person safely and virtually online, to people who are newly discovering us, as well as those returning to “the place for active adults.”
To donate by Credit Card please follow THIS LINK to donate through our PayPal page. (You do not need to have or create a PayPal account - just click the donate by debit or credit card button)
To donate by check please make checks payable to “PCCH” , write “COTH Donation” on the Memo Line, and mail them to: The Center on the Hill, 8855 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19118
I thank you for your support as we look forward to a vibrant year ahead.
The Fall Newsletter and NEW ONLINE CONTENT, such as virtual tours, fitness videos, art lessons, recorded presentations and more, can be found here on our Programs page HERE. There are a lot of great programs and activities still to come this Fall, so don’t miss out!
I hope you have a great weekend, and look forward to seeing you soon at the Center!
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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LEARNING TO LOOK AT ART
Docent and Art Educator, Suzanne Fitzpatrick, returns with new sessions of her Learning To Look series. Suzanne has been a Docent and Arts Educator in the Philadelphia area for well over a decade. She is also a photographer, specializing in portraiture and architectural detail, and has taught workshops on Emulsion Transfers at PAFA and elsewhere.
Come join the fun!
THE IMPORTANCE OF A PICTURE
Monday, November 14
10:00am – 11:30am
$15
Can a photograph change our world? Yes, it certainly can! Photographer Lewis Hine’s “documentary photography” and “work portraits” had a profound social impact and were instrumental in changing the way society viewed child labor. Indeed, his work led Congress to enact child labor legislation.
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LET’S PLAY BUNCO
Thursday, November 17
12:30pm – 1:30pm
FREE
Come join us to play one of the hippest and fun dice games – BUNCO.
There will be four “rounds” of dice rolling. When you and your ever revolving partner “win” you remain at the table you are playing (although you cannot be partners again for the next round) - the “losers” get up, move to a new table and get a new partner! Light exercise, heavy excitement… Prizes will be awarded for MOST BUNCOS, MOST WINS and MOST LOSSES!
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"SOUL" LINE DANCING
Thursday, November 17
1:30pm – 3:30pm
$10
SPECIAL 2 HOUR DANCE PARTY CELEBRATION for Instructor Gloria's Birthday! Light refreshments served.
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.
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COMMUNITY LUNCHEON
Tuesday, November 22
12:00pm
$10
Registration and Payment Required by Friday November 18.
REGISTRATIONS RECEIVED AFTER THE FRIDAY BEFORE THE LUNCHEON OR THE DAY OF THE LUNCH, WILL BE CHARGED $12.
Where else in the community can you go for lunch where you’ll see both familiar and new faces, where the atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming, where the food is consistently good and served by a wonderful corps of volunteers, and where it only costs you ten dollars? Our large room is full of round tables that are simply decorated and set with white linens and festive tableware.
*Luncheons are subject to all current Covid guidelines, including proof of vaccination, gathering size limits, and social distancing practices.
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BUDDHIST PHILOSOPHY AND ETHICS
Wednesdays, November 30, December 7 and 14
1:00pm – 3:00pm
$59
Registration Required through Mt Airy Learning Tree (MALT)
Contact MALT at 215-843-6333 or mtairylearningtree.org to register.
Recently Buddhism has gained much visibility as an outstandingly peaceful and insightful religion, and its meditation practices are widely known. Learn about the history, doctrines of this faith, and see why its ethical practices are so admired by psychologists (and any number of celebrities). Similarities and contrasts with our country's Judeo-Christian heritage will be noted. We'll do a bit of Buddhist self-inquiry and meditation practice as well.
David Low ,MS, PhD was an entertainer and drug counselor before getting a doctorate in Religious Studies, and teaching as an adjunct professor at Rutgers, Rowan and other colleges in the area. He has a private counseling practice in Mt. Airy. See more about him at davidlowmsphd.com
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HOW NUTRITION CHANGES AS YOU AGE
Thursday, December 1
10:00am – 11:00am
FREE
You often hear that eating healthy is extremely important as you age, however, you seldom hear about some of the changes that take place in your body and how those changes can affect your food choices. This program is just one of the many we use to help educate our communities about taking control of their health and wellness.
Presented by Tina Jackson from HUMANA, who enjoys sharing ways we all can take control of our Health and Wellness.
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- Combat Fatigue with this great 10 minute Cardio routine from Silver Sneaker. Watch HERE.
- Try this seated Yoga for Pain relief. Watch HERE.
- Learn about New Jersey’s most beautiful roadway– The Garden State Parkway! Watch HERE.
- Visit India today and all its raw beauty. Watch HERE.
- As Thanksgiving approaches, get CRAFTING with these fun and lovely ideas to brighten your home and make your gatherings festive! Click HERE.
- Test your word skills with this great Anagram Crossword Puzzle Game. 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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