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8601 Harford Rd. Baltimore, MD 21234 Phone: 410-887-5338 Fax: 410-887-5227
Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 [email protected]
Current Membership: 1250+ Goal : 1800
April 2018 “Coffee with Kevin” a morning with County Executive Kevin Kamenetz
Tuesday, April 17 - 10:00 am
Pianist, Lura Johnson Wed., April 11, 2018 at 1:00 pm
Performing - “Music That Dances”
“Music that Dances” is a musical program featuring compositions from both classical and contemporary
composers, that include, Johann S. Bach, Rachmaninoff, Frederic Chopin, Dmitry Shostakovich,
William Bolcom and Zez Confrey. This program is made possible with a grant from the
Musicians Trust Fund.
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Annual Health & Fitness Fair Wednesday, April 25, 2018
Hearing Screenings Oral Cancer Screenings Bone Density Screenings Vision Screenings Blood Pressure Screenings Hand Function Screenings Balance Screenings Stroke Prevention & Awareness Health Education, Information and more!
Parkville Senior Classic Drive-In Movie Night
Classic Car Films & Cars Under the Stars!
Saturday, April 21, 2018 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
See the back cover for more information!
Table of Contents Program Highlights 1 Special Events 2,3 Upcoming Events 4 Meetings 5 Daily Class Schedule 6, 7
BCDA News 8 Services 9 Center Officers 9 Travel News 9 40th Anniversary 12
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Special Events
Free Tax Preparation and E-filing of returns. Space limited - appointments through mid-April.
Call 410-887-6145
Acts of Kindness with Kathleen Dining Room - 1:00 pm - Tues., April 3 & 17 Join Center Connection Specialist, Kathleen Koenig-Stoffel, for this discussion about the
different ways we are able to spread kindness towards each other and within our community. A“act” involving a craft, card making, etc. will follo
each discussion and be given to a selected community or charity.
Annual Flower Fundraiser
April 2 until April 30 Order forms at the Front Desk
Disappearing Baltimore
Dining Room - 10:00 am - Wed., April 4 & 18 Join staff, Bonnie Riehl, for this slide presentatio
of images in and around Charm City you will never see again.
History of the Parkville Community
Dining Room - 10:00 am - Thurs., April 5 Staff from the BCPL Parkville branch will presen
the history of the Parkville community.
40th Anniversary Celebration Gym - 1:00- 5 pm - Sat., April 7
Sold Out! Thank you Brightview of White Marsh
for your sponsorship
Telling Stories Through Art 6:00 - 8:30 pm - Sat., April 7
Parkville - Carney Branch BCPL An evening of art & music in celebration of our
center artists. Refreshments provided.
Monthly Trivia
Dining Room - 10:30 am - Tues., April 10 This is a great workout for your brain.
Who will be our next champion? It could be you!
Where is Baltimore County
Department of Aging Today? Dining Room - 12:30 pm - Tues., April 10
Join staff, Bonnie Riehl, to reflect on the past,
present and future of BCDA.
Exercise and Varicose Veins: The Dos and Don'ts
Dining Room– 10:00 am - Wed., April 11 Dr. Peter Liao, from Maryland Vein Professionals,
will talk about the causes of this condition and the
wellness practices available to promote healthy
veins for life. Free ultrasound screening included.
Sign up at the Front Desk.
Music that Dances Dining Room - 1:00 pm - Wed., April 11 Lura Johnson, Pianist, will perform live.
Mindfulness: The Secret to Chronic Happiness
Dining Room- 11:00 am - Thurs., April 12 PEERS staff will lead a discussion on mindfulness
- based stress reduction techniques and how they
can have a profound impact on
your day - to - day life.
Baltimore’s Streetcar History Dining Room - 1:00 pm - Thurs., April 12
Join Bill Coleman for a screening of this
documentary to learn more about Baltimore’s
streetcar history dating back to the 1800’s with
horse-drawn cars.
Legislative Update with State
Delegate Christian Miele, District 8 Dining Room - 1:00 pm - Mon., April 16
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Special Events Volunteer Appreciation Wine & Cheese Day
Dining Room - 1:00 - 2:30 pm - Tues., April 17 We appreciate our volunteers!
Volunteers sign up at the Front Desk.
Creative Writing Workshop Conference Room - 10:00 am - Wed., April 18
Join us for this special one - hour writing
workshop in advance of the Silver Pen Writing
Contest.
Medication Safety
Dining Room - 12:30 pm - Wed., April 18
Join the Maryland Poison Center to learn how to
safely manage medicines.
AARP Smart Driving Course Room 303 - 9:00 am - 1:00 pm - Thurs., April 19
$15 AARP members - $20 w/o AARP
membership. Payment due day of class.
Folk Sounds with Ron Kutscher Dining Room - 12:30 pm - Thurs., April 19
Folk/Mix Hootenanny Sing-A-Long featuring your
favorite folk tunes from the 50’s and 60’s.
Monthly Birthday Celebration
Dining Room - 12:30 pm - Thurs., April 19
A celebration of April birthdays with cake.
Sign up at the front desk.
All BCDA Senior Centers will be closed on Fri., April 20 for Staff Day.
Parkville Senior Classic Drive-In Movie Night
Saturday, April 21 - 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Karaoke Tuesday Theme: Music from the 70’s & 80’s
Dining Room - 10:00 am - Tues., April 24
Annual Health & Fitness Fair Gym - 9:00 am - 1:00 pm - Wed., April 25
Schedule your appointment at the front desk.
Computer Trouble Shooting with Allen Miller Reading Nook - 10:00 am - Wed., April 25 Get a helping hand with your technology.
Preparing for a Strong Retirement
Dining Room - 11:00 am - Wed., April 25 Lia McGirt will discuss strategies to consider to
prepare for a strong retirement.
Caring for the Caregiver Dining Room - 11:00 am - Thurs., April 26 Kathy Williams, Herbalist, will discuss tips on
how to reduce stress naturally using herbs.
Throwback Thursday he Baltimore Music Scene of the 70’s & 80’s
Dining Room - 1:00 pm - Thurs., April 26 Join staff, Bonnie Riehl, for this video
presentation and discussion about popular
Baltimore Bands and the venues they played.
elive and enjoy the sound of great dance music
and floor shows performed by popular bands to
include The Admirals, Monopoly, Tiffany, Joy,
The Hubcaps, and more. Come and share your
memories about the Baltimore Music Scene.
Dance Party Monday with DJ Joey Dining Room - 1:00 pm - Monday, April 30
It’s time to put on your dancing shoes and party
with your friends and DJ Joey.
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Center News
Nature Study April, 2018, Schedule
Meet at 9:00 am in the TV Lounge
April 6 Rawlings Arbor
April 13 Cromwell Park
April 20 Sherwood Gardens
April 27 Oregon Ridge Park
Volunteer Appreciation
Wine & Cheese Day
Tues., April 17 - 1:00 - 2:30 PM
Volunteers are the PRIDE of Parkville We thank you for all that you do!
Sign up at the Front Desk.
Parkville Fitness Center Membership for a year $100.00
Hours:
Monday through Friday 8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Need to know how you can
improve your workout? ASK Jonathan!
Fitness Coach Jonathan Toussaint
Jonathan will be at the Fitness Center on
April 10 and April 19 to assist you.
9:30 - 1:30 pm
Congressman John Sarbanes Constituent Service Representative
Mrs. Cecilia J. Simms is available to assist constituents
Next Quarterly Visit: TBA
See director for Constituent Service Request Form if you need immediate assistance.
Paint Night with Todd Conway Thurs., May 17
5:00 pm - 7:30 pm $20 per person
Featured Watercolor Art “Natty & Crabby”
Sign up at the Front Desk
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Center News Board Meetings
The Executive Board meets the second Tuesday of every month at 9:30 a.m.
If you wish to be put on the agenda, please see the Council President. Next Meeting: April 10
Center Council Meeting
All center members are encouraged to attend the center council meetings. Next Meeting: June 19 at 9:30 am
Program Committee Conference Room- 9:30 am
Tues., April 3 Join us to exchange ideas for future
special events and programs for center
members. We’re looking for volunteers
to assist us with decorations, shopping,
serving food, and other functions.
Crocheting Donations The Crocheting Group is seeking
donations of yarn for their good works in the community.
This is one of the groups many projects.
Enhancement Fund Please consider making a donation when you
renew your membership! To date $4,900
The Baltimore County
Department of Aging Celebrates 40 years!
Join us for special events planned
throughout 2018 that promote Living Longer and Living Well.
Come to learn about the history of the
department and its many
accomplishments serving the older
adults of Baltimore County.
Gift Shop Check out the great deals and
special sales in our Gift Shop!
Stop by the Gift Shop on your next visit! A great place to donate your unwanted
new and nearly new items!
All proceeds benefit the Parkville Senior Center
Products and services advertised in this publication are not endorsed or guaranteed by either the Parkville Senior Center or the Baltimore County Department of Aging. For advertising information please call FATA, Inc. at 410-578-3600 or write P.O. Box 4880, Baltimore MD 21211.
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Daily Class Schedule
Day/Time Program Provider Room Monday 9:00 -11:00 Coffee Volunteers Cafe 10:00 -12:00 Watercolor & Art Open Studio C. Ort - V. Studio B 10:00 -12:00 Ballroom Dance B. Veneracion-V 302 10:30 -11:30 Yoga Denise Malloy - 307 10:30 -11:30 T’ai Chi - Movements, Meditations and Mindfulness: Beginner to Intermediate Jen Lake Intermediate to Advanced Doug Lake Gymnasium 11:30 -12:30 Table Tennis Volunteers Gymnasium 12:30 - 3:00 Bridge Volunteer Studio B 12:30 - 3:00 Volleyball Volunteers Gymnasium 12:30 - 1:30 Senior Rhythms Video Lead Room 302 12:30 - 1:30 Enhance Fitness Penny Folden-I Room 307 1:00 - 2:00 Intermediate Spanish Eduardo Medina Room 303 1:30 - 2:30 Enhance Fitness Penny Folden-I Room 307 Tuesday 8:30 - 10:30 Woodshop B. Weaver/M. Ginsburg-V Woodshop 9:00 - 11:00 Coffee & Bagels Volunteers Cafe 9:30 - 11:30 Knitting/Crocheting Volunteers 302 10:00 - 2:30 Art of Pottery (Ceramics) Volunteers Studio A 10:10 - 10:55 Senior Rhythms Video Lead 303 10:00 - 1:00 Volleyball Volunteers Gymnasium 10:30 - 11:30 Dance Aerobics P. Folden 307 12:00 - 1:00 Midday Meal Volunteer Dining Room 1:00 - 3:00 Basic Painting J. Murtha-I Studio B 1:00 - 3:00 Table Tennis Free Play Gym Wednesday 8:30 - 12:00 Woodshop Volunteers Woodshop 9:00 - 11:00 Coffee & Bagels Volunteers Cafe 9:15 - 10:15 Zumba Gold Loretta Witomski-C 307 10:00 - 11:00 Yoga Therapeutics Jana Long-C 302 10:00 - 12:00 Aviation Historians Volunteers 305 B 10:30 - 11:30 T’ai Chi– Movements, Meditations, and Mindfulness: Beginner to Intermediate Jen Lake - C Gymnasium Intermediate to Advanced Doug Lake - C 307 10:00 - 12:00 Creative Writing Volunteer Conference Room
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Day/Time Program Provider Room Wednesday 11:45 - 3:00 Volleyball Volunteers Gymnasium 11:45—12:30 2theCORE J. Lake Room 302 12:00 - 1:00 Midday Meal Volunteers Dining Room 12:30 - 2:30 Leaded Stained Glass Lynne Funck -V Studio A 12:30 - 1:30 Senior Rhythms Video Lead Room 302 1:00 - 3:00 Chess Volunteers Pool Room 1:00 - 3:00 Basic Sewing E. Fosler - V Studio B 12:30 - 1:30 Enhance Fitness Penny Folden-I Room 307 1:30 - 2:30 Enhance Fitness Penny Folden-I Room 307 Thursday
9:00 - 11:00 Coffee & Bagels Volunteers Cafe 9:30 - 11:30 Psychology of Aging Volunteers TV Lounge 10:00 - 12:00 Scrabble P. Kelmer Dining Room 10:00 - 12:00 Line Dance B. Veneracion-V 307 11:00 - 12:00 Book Club **** Marie Feehley-V 306 10:00 - 1:00 Volleyball Volunteers Gymnasium 11:00 - 12:00 Kick Boxing P. Folden 302 12:00 - 1:00 Midday Meal Volunteers Dining Room 12:30 - 2:00 Line Dance Mary Thau-V 307 1:00 - 3:00 Table Tennis Free Play Gymnasium Friday 9:00 - 10:00 Yoga Denise Malloy 307 9:00 - 11:00 Model Railroaders Victor Meinhardt-V 305 B 10:00 -11:00 Senior Rhythms Video Lead 302 9:30 - 3:00 Nature Study J. Bartenfelter/T. Wilson-V Studio B 12:30 - 3:30 Bingo Betty Carbone-V Dining Room 12:45 - 2:30 Wii Volunteer TV Room 12:30 - 1:30 Enhance Fitness Penny Folden-I Room 307 1:30 - 2:30 Enhance Fitness Penny Folden-I Room 307
Classes and Events are subject to change. The Department of Aging recommends that you
Daily Class Schedule
Key C: Independent Contractor I: Program Instructor V: Volunteer S: Staff E: CCBC Instructor
* Two members required ** Meets 1st & 3rd Week *** Meets 2nd & 4th Week **** Meets 2nd Thursday ***** Meets 2nd & 4th Thursday
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February Trivia Champions Gita & Martin Lefstein, and Eleanor Smith
Tuesday, May 1, 2018
8:30 - 2:00 pm Attorney Sam Mangione will prepare health care
Advance Directive / Power of Attorney for Baltimore County senior center members free of charge.
Sign up at the Front Desk
Law Day Free Health Care Advance Directive
& Power of Attorney Form Preparation
Comerockitlikeit’s1978
atthisyears
At Oregon Ridge Park Concert Pavilion
13401 Beaver Dam Rd., 21030
PresentedbytheBaltimoreCountyDepartmentofAging
Tuesday,May22,2018,11amto2pmRainorShine(NoRefunds)
Backbypopulardemand,musicalentertainmentfeaturedby
THEGRANDJURYTheGrandJuryisbackwithanaddedfemalevocalistthatwilladdanewelement
toyourlisteningpleasure.TocelebrateBCDA’s40thAnniversary,thebandwill
entertainuswithamusicalfocusonclassicpopandrockhitsfromthe70’sthat
aresuretohaveyousinginganddancingalong.
Enjoya70’s-themedafternoonwithdoorprizes,trivia,coveredpavilionwithpicnictables,50/50raf0leandmuchmore.Packapicniclunchorpurchasefromoneofourfoodvendors,Cruiser’sPitBeef,sellingavarietyofdelicioussand-wiches.Bringabeachchairand/orblanket,and,BYOB(noglass).
Tickets$4inadvancebeginningApril9atyourlocalSeniorCenterand$5atthedoor.
Note:Walkingrequiredonstepsandgrassysurfaces.Picnictableseatinginpavilion.Participantsmustbringachairforshowinfrontofamphitheater;chairsnotprovided.
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Parkville Senior Center is a non-profit
501(c) (3) organization.
Contributions are tax deductible.
Center Staff Director: James Slone Assistant Director: Bonnie Riehl Center Connection: Kathleen
Koenig-Stoffel Custodian: Patricia Murray Outreach: Cecelia Schoeberlein Home Team: Barbara Wilt
2017 - 2018 Executive Board
President: Vince DelGavio Vice President: Pam Lehman Recording Secretary: Pat Watson Corresponding Secretary: Noraleen Lehrer Treasurer: Donna Carr Assistant Treasurer: Mejol Burchett 2nd Assistant Treasurer: Ed Grey Advocate: Marge DelGavio Sgt. At Arms: Liz Appel Members at Large: June Burgesser Ann Freburger Gail Froeb Jean Michael Carol Willumsen
Friendly First Tuesdays
Join Council President, Vince DelGavio, on the first
Tuesday of each month to share your ideas on ways we
can make the Parkville Senior Center and our
community a better place. Bring your compliments,
suggestions, or just stop by to say hello! Coffee and light refreshments provided.
Tuesday, April 3, 9:00 am
Travel Opportunities
Wednesday, June 20, 2018 - Mama Mia at Toby’s
Dinner Theater, Columbia, MD. Cost - $85 Includes meal, transportation, show, and all gratuities.
Bus departs at 9:00 am and returns at 4:30 pm.
Thursday, July 12 - American Treasure Tours,
Valley Forge Tour - Cost - $65
Wednesday, August 8 - Casino at Delaware Park &
Wellwood Crab Feast - Cost TBA
For further information about trips please contact:
(410) 882-6087 Denise Ann Moore and Janet Mangalvedhe
Hours: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm Monday & Wednesday
Hours: 11:00 am - 3:30 pm Friday
Travel Office, Parkville Senior Center 8601 Harford Road, Baltimore, MD 21234
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For ad information, call Tim Maher or Phil Maher at 410-578-3600 or write P.O. Box 13103, Baltimore, MD 21203 - © 2018Products and services advertised in this publication are not endorsed or guaranteed by the senior center or BCDA.
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40th Anniversary Events Celebrate 40 years of Fun Under the Sun
1978 - 2018
Telling Stories Through Art Parkville Senior Center Art Showcase
Saturday, April 7, 6:00 - 8:30 PM
Parkville - Carney Branch Baltimore County Public Library
9509 Harford Road, Parkville MD 21234
Enjoy a fun, free evening of art and music as we showcase artwork from the Parkville Senior Center. Refreshments are provided.
For more info or to RSVP, contact Elizabeth Storms [email protected]
or 410-887-5353
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Classic Car Films & Cars Under the Stars! Food, Popcorn & a couple classic car film gems. Saturday, April 21, 2018 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Parkville Senior Center Parking Lot Sponsored by
Parkville Senior Classi
Drive-In Movie Night
Vehicle Registration Fee $12. ~ Spectators Free Proceeds to Benefit Parkville Senior Center Council
Additional Information - Contact Scott Vail at 443-996-6467
Department of Aging News and Events
Come Rock It Like It’s 1978!Concert in the Park
At Oregon Ridge Park Concert PavilionPresented by the Baltimore County Department of Aging
Tuesday, May 22, 2018 t 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.Rain or Shine (No Refunds)
Back by popular demand, musical entertainment featured by THE GRAND JURY. The GrandJury is back with an added female vocalist that will add a new element to your listening pleasure. Tocelebrate BCDA’s 40th Anniversary, the band will entertain us with a musical focus on classic popand rock hits from the 70’s that are sure to have you singing and dancing along.
Enjoy a 70’s themed afternoon with door prizes, trivia, covered pavilion with picnic tables, 50/50raffle and much more. Pack a picnic lunch or purchase from one of our food vendors. Cruiser’s Pit Beefselling a variety of delicious sandwiches. Bring a beach chair and/or blanket, and BYOB (no glass).
Tickets $4 in advance beginning April 9 at your local senior center and $5 at the door. Note: Walking required on steps and grassy surfaces. Picnic table seating in pavilion. Participants must bringa chair for show in front of amphitheater; chairs not provided.
Stretch Your Entertainment Dollars With Senior Box Office!Senior Box Office (SBO) offers complimentary and discounted tickets to members for cultural,
educational, and entertainment events. SBO also offers exciting travel opportunities to both membersand non-members. A brochure outlining events and trips is published quarterly.
Seniors age 60 and older are invited to join. The 2018-2019 membership year runs October 1,2018 through September 30, 2019. Annual membership dues are:
• $30 per household with brochures delivered electronically by email OR• $38 per household with printed brochures delivered by regular mail.
Early Bird Special: Seniors who join by May 31 will receive 15 months of membership for theprice of 12. Seniors will receive the Summer 2018 brochure in addition to the four regular membershipyear brochures (Fall 2018 through Summer More information, as well as a membership application,is available on the SBO website www.seniorboxoffice.org. Seniors may also call SBO at 410-887-5399 or email [email protected] to request an application. 2019). Please be sure to Like Uson Facebook ~ SBO – Senior Box Office.
Mark Your CalendarsTwo important BCDA events have selected dates. Be sure to mark
them on your calendar so you don’t miss out on the fun!
• Get Ready! Get Set! Get Fit! 5K Run/Walk 1 Mile Walk – September 16 – CCBC Essex Campus
• Power of Age Expo – October 3-4 – Timonium Fairgrounds
Baltimore County Department of Aging strengthens lives by providing services,
programs and connections to resources.
Mission
Baltimore County Department of Aging
410-887-2594
www.baltimorecountymd.gov/aging
MAP of BAltiMore County • 410-887-2594 • (maryland relay 7-1-1) [email protected]
Maryland Access Point ( MAP) of Baltimore County is part of a nationwide effort to streamline access to support, services and benefits to older adults, persons with disabilities, their families and care providers.
Center ConneCtion 410-887-2970
Center Connection links persons age 60 and over who need support to activities and services provided by the senior center. Center Connection Specialists, operating in eight Baltimore County Senior Centers, maximize individual’s senior center experience by encouraging participation in activities, registering for classes/Eating Together, and connecting them with other members.
Community outreaCh SpeCialiStS 410-887-2594
This program connects Baltimore County residents age 60+ to community resources. Outreach workers evaluate seniors’ needs, assist with applying for benefits and services, and connect seniors to resources.
Countyride 410-887-2080
CountyRide provides paratransit transportation within the County for qualifying clients to appointments Monday through Friday. Reservations must be prescheduled and are scheduled on a first come, first serve basis. A book of 6 tickets costs $15. Payment by check or exact amount of cash (No change available in vehicles.)
eating together 410-887-3052
The Eating Together program provides a nutritious meal and socialization in 35 County sites in senior centers, community buildings and senior residences. Residents aged 60 and over and their spouses of any age are eligible to participate in this program and are asked to make a voluntary, confidential donation.
home team 410-887-4141
This community-based volunteer program provides social support to County seniors 60+ who are isolated and confined to their home. Through friendly in-home and telephone visits, volunteers offer the needed interaction, socialization and reassurance to help seniors maintain a higher quality of life with the ability to remain independent in their home longer.
State health inSuranCe aSSiStanCe program (Ship) 410-887-2059
Trained volunteers answer questions regarding Medicare A and B, Medicare Advangtage Plans, Medicare Supplement Insurance (medigaps), Medicare Prescription Drug Plans (Part D), Medicaid and potential Medicare frauds. Also, callers are assessed for eligibility to obtain financial assistance to help with Medicare and prescription cost.
INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY
It is the policy of the Baltimore County Department of Aging to open and fully operate its programsas scheduled. The effects of severe weather and concern for the safety of our constituents may,however, lead us to close centers, CountyRide, and other services/programs. When this or closing forany other reason occurs, media announcements regarding closures or late openings will ONLY bemade on WBAL Radio, 1090 AM; WBAL-TV 11 and WJZ-TV 13. Information on closings and/or lateopenings will also be published on the Baltimore County web site, www.baltimorecountymd.gov.Senior Centers will open at 10:30 a.m. when a 2-hour delay is reported.