October 21, 2022 | Friday Five #130 | |
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And just like that the week is done! We were all looking forward to the Gala, and it feels like the night just flew by. We hope your week was filled with fun. Let's all look forward to the weekend, and to next week's programs.
This week we've got another fun event to look forward to, your usual center highlights, those digital skills classes, and more. Check it all out below.
Enjoy!
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1. Thank You for Celebrating with Us! | |
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Thanks to all who showed up last night to honor Dana M. Breslin, Esq, CELA and Enterprise Holdings Foundation, Inc. We sure had fun, and we hope you did too! Many thanks to all who made the night a success, our sponsors, staff volunteers, the Springfield Country Club, and of course, our honorees! Stay connected with us on social media and check back in the Friday Fives to come for photos of the night.
Additionally, we had so many wonderful auction item donations, and some are available for purchase right now on our site! Click the button below to see which items you can purchase:
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2. Senator Tim Kearney's Senior Breakfast | |
Call Senator Kearney's office at 610 544 6120 or click the button below to register for next Friday's Senior Breakfast! | |
3. Ways to Build Your Digital Skills Next Week | |
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Senior Community Services (SCS) is partnering with Senior Planet from AARP to help people over 50 learn new online skills. When you sign up for the Digital Skills Ready@50+ program, you'll gain the essential skills you need to navigate an increasingly digital world.
We'd like to focus on the remaining classes we have scheduled in October by offering a little extra info on what the sessions will cover.
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Chester Senior Center
(610) 4967 - 3550
Smartphones
October 25 at 11 AM
(Offered in English and Spanish)
Learn how a smartphone can help you access the internet when you need it – during job searching and beyond. If you’re curious about what smartphones can do and why they’ve grown so popular, come to this lecture. You’ll learn about popular smartphones on the market and some of their pros and cons. We’ll also compare and contrast two of the most popular operating systems: Android and Apple’s iOS.
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Good Neighbor Senior Center
(610) 586-8170
P2P Payments
October 21 at 11:30 AM
(Offered in English and Spanish)
The number of small businesses using P2P payments is growing! Here’s what you need to know.
Since PayPal debuted over twenty years ago, person-to-person payments have become commonplace. In this lecture, you’ll learn about some of today’s most popular P2P payment services, including PayPal, Venmo, and Cash App. We’ll cover some of the basic functions of these services, how they compare, and tips for using them safely.
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Schoolhouse Center
(610) 237-8100
Google Maps
October 28 at 1 PM
(Offered in English and Spanish)
Commuting for interviews or a new job?
Use Google Maps to plan your route. Visit sites around the world from the comfort of your home, get a bird’s-eye-view of your childhood neighborhood, or simply get directions to your friend’s house! Google Maps is a mapping application that offers satellite imagery, street maps, and street-view perspectives. It also has a route planner for your preferred transportation method, be it foot, car, bicycle or public transportation. During this lecture, you’ll get an introduction to the platform and a demonstration of how to use it.
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Friendship Circle Senior Center
(610) 237-6222
Connecting to the Internet
October 20 11 AM
(Offered in English and Spanish)
Learn how to check your Wi-Fi connection and use a hotspot. Not always sure if your internet-enabled devices are connected to the internet? In this hands-on workshop, we’ll go over how to check the Wi-Fi connection on your PC, iPhone, or Android smartphone. We’ll also cover how to use the hotspot from your smartphone and best practices for password protection and connecting to public Wi-Fi.
Affordable Home Internet
October 27 at 11 AM
(Offered in English and Spanish)
Learn how to get your own internet so you can look for a job and take classes at home. Having home internet can help you save money, look for a job, connect with others, make everyday tasks easier, and much more! This lecture goes over basic information you need to know when signing up for home internet service. You’ll also learn about the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), a permanent, government program that helps qualifying low-income households pay for internet service and connected devices. In some cases, depending on your internet plan, the ACP discount may help you get home internet for free!
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4. Next Week's Center Highlights | |
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Friendship Circle (610) 237 - 6222
Monday, October 24 at 12 PM
Cardio Drumming
Get your heart pumpin and the beats jumpin
Tuesday, October 25 at 12:30 PM
Music Therapy/Performing Arts
Music is so healing. Explore ways to harness that healing power
Wednesday, October 26 at 1 PM
Tai Chi Chi'h
These slow, gentle movements help your mind and body
Thursday, October 27 at 9 AM
Chair Yoga
Enjoy a little mindfulness in the morning!
Friday, October 28 at 11 AM
Sing A Long
Show off your musical prowess
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Monday, October 24 at 11 AM
Table Games
Enjoy some fun table games
Tuesday, October 25 at 11 AM
Floral Arrangements
Creat e some beauty out of nature
Wednesday, October 26 at 11 AM
Reminiscence - The Adventures of Cruising
Please join us for a little reminiscence trip
Thursday, October 27 at 11 AM
Building Back Better Relationships
You gotta have friends
Friday, October 28 at 1 PM
Bingo
Enjoy a little Friday bingo fun!
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Good Neighbor (610) 586-8170
Monday, October 24 at 10:30 AM
Zumba Gold with Lavinia
Get your body movin' with Lavinia!
Tuesday, October 25 at 10:30 PM
Nurse Joy Hepkins Cancer Q&A
Ask your cancer-related questions and get them answered!
Wednesday, October 26 at 11 AM
Cancer Awareness Walk
Did you know that October is National Breast Cancer Awareness month?
Thursday, October 27 all day
October Birthday Party
Happy Birthday October babies!
Friday, October 28 at 10:30 AM
Free Bingo
Enjoy Free Friday Bingo!
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Schoolhouse (610) 237-8100
Monday, October 24 at 11 AM
Wellness with Mercedes
Get your health questions answered
Tuesday, October 25 at 9 AM
Craft Sale
Pick up some beautiful crafts!
Wednesday, October 26 at 10 AM
HUMANA Presentation
Come see Tina, have fun, and ask Medicare questions.
Thursday, October 27 at 10 AM
Mahjongg
Have a little fun with this game.
Friday, October 28 at 12 PM
Wii Bowling with Shirley
Enjoy some video games!
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5. Fall Activities in Delco! | |
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Delco's Fantastic Fall Festivals | Mark your calendars, grab your family and friends, and get ready for a fall season filled with festivals, live music, cultural and historical events, community celebrations, and more. Celebrate it all this season in Delco. Linvilla Orchards' Pumpkinland (September 10 - November 6) An annual trip to Pumpkinland has been a family tradition for generations of Delaware County residents and visitors. | | | |
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Each of our centers have "grab and go meals" available.
Please note Friendship's meals are available on different days than the rest of our centers. Friendship has indoor dining available as well!
Call your center for menu options and to place a "Grab 'n Go Meal" order at least a day or two ahead of time.
Chester (610) 497-3550
Friendship Circle (610) 237-6222
Good Neighbor (610) 586-8170
Schoolhouse (610) 237-8100
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Center Calendars (Click to Download) | |
Friendship Circle | Chester | |
Schoolhouse | Good Neighbor | |
The official registration and financial information for Senior Community Services, Inc. may be obtained from the Pennsylvania Department of State by calling, toll-free, within Pennsylvania 1-800-732-0999. Registration does not imply endorsement. | | | | | |
