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NOVEMBER 2026
THE NAVIGATOR
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Pasadena Senior Activity Center
4103 Mountain Road
Pasadena, MD 21122
410-222-0030
| | Please note that all Anne Arundel Senior Activity Centers will be closed on Tuesday, November 3 for Election Day, Wednesday November 11 in observance of Veterans Day, and Thursday and Friday, November 26 & 27 in observance of Thanksgiving. | |
November program and activity sign-ups will begin on Tuesday, October 27 at 9 am.
Participants must sign up for events individually and cannot register on behalf of another person.
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Winter class registration begins on Tuesday, November 10.
A representative of AACC will be at the center on Thursday, November 5, from 9am to 10am to answer any questions regarding the registration process.
Paper registration forms are available at the front desk or members can register for classes online and check their student accounts at noncredit.aacc.edu.
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A Friendly Center Reminder
We are so excited to continue offering engaging programs, activities, and resources to help everyone start the year off right.
Important Intake Form Reminder
It's that time of year when we kindly ask everyone to ensure their membership information is up-to-date. This is a crucial step for us to provide you with the best possible service and maintain accurate records for the year ahead.
If you have NOT completed an Intake Form since January 1, 2025, you will need to complete one for 2026.
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Action Needed: Please check with any center staff member at the front desk or during your next visit to determine if your membership is current. They can quickly let you know if you need to complete the form and provide you with one to fill out.
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Why it Matters: Completing the form ensures we have your current contact information, current emergency contact, and to ensure enrollment in the Senior Nutrition program.
We are here to help you get this done quickly and easily! Let's start the new year together with all our records in order.
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DINE-TO-DONATE
Please consider supporting Pasadena Seniors Inc. and joining us at Texas Roadhouse,
4465 Mountain Road, Pasadena, on Monday, November 16, 2026 from 3pm to 10pm.
Print or present the flyer below and 10% of your total food purchase will be donated to help support the center!
| | Monday through Friday starting at 8:30 am. Tables available all day. | | Join us for Bridge every Thursday, from 1:00 pm until 3:00 pm. Registration is not required but please be sure to sign in when you arrive. | | Join us for cards every Monday and Tuesday, from 9:00 am until 12:00 pm in the library. Pinochle is played regularly. | |
BINGO
Sponsored by DENA SI
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Bingo! Tuesdays, from 12:30 pm until 2:00 pm.
Please be sure to bring a prize for the prize table. Prizes should have an approximate value of $2 for the regular table and $4 for the special table.
| | This workshop is held on Mondays, from 2:00 pm until 3:30 pm. Participation is free to all center members. | | |
Monday every week starting at 1 pm.
Join us weekly for American Mahjong.
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Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 8:30 am until 12:00 pm.
Members work on their quilting projects and share their quilting knowledge. Participants are encouraged to bring their own machines. Anyone interested in quilting is encouraged to attend.
| | Community Open Grief Support Group | | |
Wednesday, November 4
Held every 1st Wednesday of the month, from 11am until 12pm
The focus is on your grief, while listening, sharing, and having support of other community grievers. Anyone struggling with loss/losses is welcome. No registration. Led by Beth Mucciacciaro RN, Grief Counselor for the Department of Aging and Disabilities.
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Wednesday, November 18
Held every 3rd Wednesday of the month, from 11am until 12pm
This is a smaller, private group setting intended for those grievers who want to focus on learning ways to cope and manage, promote healing, and reduce isolation. Registration is required prior to attendance to maintain smaller group setting. Please contact Beth Mucciacciaro, RN, Grief Counselor with any interest at 410-222-0263.
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Thursday, November 5, at 10:00 am.
Do you have questions about programs and services in Anne Arundel County for yourself, a loved one, or perhaps a friend/neighbor?
Information & Assistance representative English Harper from the Anne Arundel County Department of Aging & Disabilities will be here on the first Thursday of every month from 10 am until 11 am to answer your questions.
Appointments will be scheduled at the front desk.
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Every Friday from 12:30 pm until 1:30 pm.
This fun and engaging workout focuses on balance, range of motion, and coordination. It can be done standing or from a seated position. This drop-in class will be available to all center members for free!
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Wednesday, November 18 at 12pm
Iona Iverson's Rules of Commuting by Clare Pooley
Wednesday, December 9 at 12pm
Discussion of 2026 Favorites
| | Wii Bowling, Billiard Tables, Library & Gym/Fitness Equipment | | Available during normal operating hours, unless otherwise posted. | | Available Wednesdays, from 1:00 pm until 4:00 pm. | | |
Marshalls & Double T Diner
Thursday, November 5 from 9:30 am until 1:30 pm.
Arundel Mills Mall & Cheesecake Factory
Monday, November 16, from 9:30 am until 1:30 pm.
Sign up at the front desk.
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Make 'N Take Craft Project
Sponsored by DENA SI
Wednesday, November 4, from 10:00 am until 12:00 pm.
This month's Make 'N Take will have participants creating decorative white pumpkin owls. This program is sponsored by DENA SI. A supply and material fee of $5 is due at sign-up. All supplies and materials will be provided by the instructor.
Sign up at the front desk.
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Friday, November 6, from 9:00 am until 1:30 pm.
The course teaches proven driving techniques to help keep you and your loved ones safe on the road.
Satisfactory completion of this course could earn you a discount on your auto insurance premiums!
The cost of this course is $20 for AARP members and $25 for non-members due at time of class. Please bring driver's license and AARP card (if member) to the class.
Space is limited, please register at the front desk.
| | Tim Amann- Musical Performance | |
Friday, November 6, from 1:00 pm until 2:00 pm.
Tim Amann will be here to perform.
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Acrylic Painting
Sponsored by DENA SI
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Friday, November 6, from 1:30 pm until 3:30 pm.
Artist Katie Thompson will instruct students on painting their own seasonally themed masterpieces.
There is a $5 supply fee due at sign up. All materials will be provided by the instructor.
Sign up at the front desk.
| | | George Garris - Musical Performance | |
Friday, November 13, from 1:00 pm until 2:00 pm.
George Garris will be here to perform
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Acrylic Painting with Scott - ARTrageous!
Sponsored by DENA SI
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Friday, November 13, from 2:00 pm until 4:00 pm.
ARTrageous! Join us for Scott's acrylic painting.
There is a $5 supply fee due at sign-up, all supplies will be provided by the instructor.
| | On the Eve of the American Revolution: A Series, Part 5- History Lecture | |
Monday, November 16, from 10:00 am until 11:00 am.
Continuing our 250th anniversary celebration this history lecture is presented by Dr. James Gibb, Director of the Smithsonian Environmental Archaeology Laboratory (SEAL), located in the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (SERC) in Edgewater, MD.
The Continental Congress: Before the Revolution sparked, the American colonies were just thirteen separate entities with a common set of grievances. The Continental Congresses changed everything. Discover how a 1754 meeting in Albany set the stage for total colonial unity, how the First and Second Congresses steered the nation from protest to outright war, and what this radical shift meant for the people of Maryland.
Sign up required.
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Thursday, November 19, from 12:30 pm until 2:00 pm.
Join us for trivia, this month's theme: The Honor Roll Challenge, a 4-round trivia showdown taking you back to school! We’re starting with elementary basics, climbing through middle and high school curriculum, and finishing strong with college-level brainteasers. No softballs here—this game is packed with facts that will test even the sharpest minds. Bring your thinking cap, form a team, and let’s see who makes the Dean’s List!
Teams will compete for the most correct answers and a grand prize, over 4 rounds.
Sign up with your team or join a team the day of the event.
Sign up at the front desk.
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Friday, November 20 from 10:00 am until 11:30 am.
A fun, stress-free environment to socialize while stimulating your brain. Learn how to play games to improve memory and improve your skills at Sudoku, anagrams, crossword puzzles, Wordle, concentration, memory recall games, logic puzzles, and word searches, just to name a few.
Sign up at the front desk.
| | Frank & Trish - Musical Performance | |
Friday, November 20 from 1:00 pm until 2:00 pm.
Frank & Trish of Vintage Entertainment will be here to perform!
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Soundbath Meditation
Friday, November 20, from 1:30 pm until 3:00 pm.
Presented by Katie Thompson. Immerse yourself in a deeply relaxing sound bath meditation. Let the resonant frequencies of crystal singing bowls wash over you, guiding you into a state of profound calm and inner peace. This meditative journey is designed to soothe the nervous system, release tension, and restore balance to mind, body, and spirit.
Please arrive at 1:30 to go through introductions and make adjustments prior to the meditative session beginning.
Participants are encouraged to bring a blanket, pillow and/or a long sleeve shirt.
Sign up at the front desk.
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Acrylic Painting with Scott - ARTrageous!
Sponsored by DENA SI
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Friday, November 20 from 2:00 pm until 4:00 pm.
ARTrageous! Join us for Scott's acrylic painting.
There is a $5 supply fee due at sign-up, stop by the front desk. All supplies will be provided by the instructor.
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Flower Arranging
Tuesday, November 24, from 10 am until 11:00 am.
Presented by The Gibson Island Garden Club. Participants will create beautiful flower arrangements. All supplies will be provided but participants are asked to bring a pair of garden shears if able.
Sign up at the front desk.
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Card Making
Sponsored by DENA SI
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Wednesday, November 25 from 10:00 am until 12:00 pm.
Participants will learn the art of card making and create their very own cards. All supplies and materials will be provided.
There is a $5 supply fee due at sign-up, all supplies will be provided by the instructor.
| | Woman's Suffrage - History Lecture | |
Monday, November 30 from 10:00 am until 11:00 am.
Presented by Diane Duray, professor of American History and American Government.
This lecture will explore the fight for the right to vote for women: beginning in Seneca Falls, NY in the 1800’s until it became the 19th amendment to the Constitution in 1920. It will explore the women who were the leaders such as Elizabeth Cady Stanton and Susan B Anthony. The lecture will include reasons why it took so long; how it was achieved and the obstacles faced.
Sign up at the front desk.
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The Trip Desk is open on Tuesday's & Wednesday's from 10am until 1pm.
New for 2026: Trip Desk Travel Rewards Program! See page 3 of the trip brochure for more info.
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PA Christmas & Gift Show - Tickets Available!
Thursday, December 3, 2026
It’s that time of year! Prepare for a day of shopping for Christmas at one of the largest holiday shows in the country. The PA Christmas & Gift Show is completely indoors and all on one floor. You can visit more than 600 specialty shoppes selling a wide array of exclusive, unique gifts for family and friends. You’ll be pleased with the quality, variety and range of reasonable prices. There’s something for everyone on your list!
Bus departs Two Rivers parking lot at 8:00 am and returns at 5:00 pm.
Total Cost of Trip: $65.00; Total amount due at time of sign up.
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We want to hear from you!
If you've been a part of, or have some suggestions for future trips, please take a moment to fill out our survey. Thanks, your feedback helps us plan for the future.
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2027 Trips
Our Trip Desk volunteers are hard at work planning some exciting trips for 2027. However, in partnership with Collette, we already have two exciting trips planned and sign-up has already begun.
DISCOVER MACKINAC ISLAND: May 6-14, 2027
Ready for a relaxing journey through the tranquil beauty of Mackinac Island? Collette’s Mackinac Island tour includes a unique mix of stunning landscapes and old-fashioned traditions. Highlights of this tour include:
- A tour of the island in a horse-drawn carriage
- Tulip Time Festival
- Two nights at the glorious Victorian-era resort, the Grand Hotel
- A walk through the many gardens of the Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park
For more information on the Discover Mackinac Island tip or to register, visit https://groups.gocollette.com/en-US/link/1428608
SUNNY PORTUGAL: September 30 - October 9, 2027
Ancient castles and Roman ruins, groves of orange and almond trees, quiet whitewashed villages, and welcoming locals — Portugal awaits.
On Collette’s Sunny Portugal tour, you’ll be right in the heart of postcard-worthy coastlines, crystal clear water, stunning plunging cliffsides, and awe-inspiring villas. You’ll learn about the importance of cork to the Portuguese culture and economy at a family-owned cork factory, get a taste of Portuguese gin at a local distillery, and walk through the medieval, whitewashed village of Obidos.
For more information on the Sunny Portugal trip or to register, visit https://groups.gocollette.com/en-US/link/1421520
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Anne Arundel Transit App
The Office of Transportation is happy to announce its new app, Spare, for all eligible paratransit trips. This includes general paratransit trips such as shopping, employment, personal errands, senior centers, and medical appointments, as well as dialysis services!
Now you can schedule your ride using your smartphone. Go to your app store and download the spare app today!
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Reminders About Center Closures & Delays
When Inclement Weather Occurs...
When inclement weather occurs or is forecasted to begin during normal hours of operation, out of an abundance of caution, the department reserves the right to close centers early and cancel programming (in-person and virtual) and the Senior Nutrition Program services.
When a closure occurs, the Office of Transportation will provide riders an early departure from the centers. Senior activity center staff will remain on site until every member has safely left the premises.
For updates, tune into a local radio or TV station. Announcements about Anne Arundel County senior activity center delays or closings due to inclement weather will be made through:
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BGE Outage Report
Visit the link below for the BGE Outage Report Page to check the status of power restoration or to report an outage. Outages can also be reported by calling 877-778-2222 or texting "OUT" to 69243.
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Office of Emergency Management - Cooling Relief
During the summer season, Anne Arundel County will make several County facilities available to community members for temporary relief in response to any prolonged hot temperatures.
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Adult Immunization Program
Anne Arundel County Health Department
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Safe, affordable vaccines available for every adult.
The Anne Arundel County Department of Health (DOH) Adult Immunization Program offers safe, effective vaccines for every adult in Anne Arundel County.
Immunizations are available at all DOH Health Centers, Monday - Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Appointments preferred. Walk-Ins welcome.
For information on adult immunizations, call:
Glen Burnie Health Center: 410-222-6633
Magothy Health Center: 410-222-2752
Parole Health Center: 410-222-7247
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CECS Newsletter Sign Up!
Stay Connected.
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Have you heard about LRM?
The Longevity Ready Maryland (LRM) plan is Maryland's first comprehensive, 10-year multisector plan designed to coordinate services and policies to support the state's growing population of older adults. It was initiated by an Executive Order signed by Governor Wes Moore in early 2024.
The plan is a collaborative, long-term effort that aims to:
- Consolidate resources and coordinate efforts across government agencies, businesses, and communities.
- Transform systems of care to more sustainably accommodate the increasing number of older Marylanders.
- Ensure all Marylanders can live lives that are healthy, financially secure, socially connected, and purposeful.
The LRM plan is structured around four main "Epic Goals":
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Build a Longevity Ecosystem: Create supportive and inclusive communities for all ages and abilities and build collective capacity at the local level.
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Promote Economic Opportunity: Support a multigenerational workforce with opportunities for all ages and abilities while advancing Maryland's economic competitiveness.
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Prepare Marylanders to Afford Longevity: Improve economic security and affordability for the "100-year lifespan" through affordable housing, health care, financial literacy, and long-term support services.
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Optimize Health, Wellness, and Mobility: Invest in programs that support healthier, more purposeful, and active lifestyles so Marylanders can enjoy longevity and reduce dependency.
The plan includes specific actions like launching a new statewide dementia navigation program, expanding access to home- and community-based services, and modernizing the state's information and referral network.
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Pittman & Friends Podcast
Season 2
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The County Executive's fun and revealing conversations are back for season 2, featuring staff, community leaders, and elected officials. This season, we're also introducing our new "Office Hours" call-in segment! Call 410-222-1800 and leave a county-related question - you might be featured in the show.
New episode released weekly on Tuesdays. Listen wherever you find your podcasts. To learn more, visit aacounty.org/PittmanAndFriends.
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Meet Bud, a 10-year-old neutered male boxer mix! Bud was brought to Howard County animal shelter after being abandoned by his owner. Bud is a very good boy who is looking for his forever home. He's become sweet and calm in his old age and walks very well on a leash. He knows "sit" and "paw" and takes the treat gently from your hand. Bud is looking for a nice soft place to call his home and live out his golden years. He is sad being at the sanctuary and deserves the best!
He also does well around other dogs.
If you are interested in meeting Bud, please visit our website www.seniordogsanctuary.com and submit an adoption application today!
For more information please email adoption@sdsanctuary.com
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Anne Arundel Community College is currently looking for instructors.
This part-time position teaches college managed, non-credit Community Education courses that focus on personal interests such as arts, history, politics, humanities and culture, computers, health and wellness, hobbies and craft topics. Instruction is provided to students who are 60 plus.
Pay rates for non-credit courses in Continuing Education are commensurate with education and experience qualifications.
Instructors should have teaching experience and an expert knowledge of the topic they are proposing to teach. Instructors will be required to complete all forms and documentation related to the course and all documentation required by the college.
Anyone interested should send an email to tdportis@aacc.edu
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Resource Guide
A Guide for Family Preparedness and Resources
The Office of Multicultural Affairs (OMA) has created a Family Preparedness and Resource Guide.
This guide is available online in Spanish and English and contains important phone numbers, safety information, and family preparedness tips regarding interacting with enforcement agents. This information is intended as guidance for use by the general public and is not intended to be legal advice or to be relied upon as legal advice. For legal advice about a personal case, one should consult with an attorney or authorized immigration representative.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Office of Multicultural Affairs at 410-222-0319 or OMA@aacounty.org.
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Center Hours & Information
Open Monday through Friday, 8:30 am until 4 pm.
The Pasadena Senior Activity Center offers free membership to individuals 55 and over who are active, self-sufficient, and able to function independently. For more information, visit us in person or call 410-222-0030 for additional information about classes and activities.
The Senior Nutrition Program (SNP) serves meals at the senior activity centers Monday through Friday at noon. To reserve a meal, you may visit the SNP site aide desk, speak with senior activity center staff, or call 410-222-0256. Please reserve your meal at least 3 days in advance. Donations are always welcomed! Please consider helping us support the Congregate Meal Program to continue providing nutritious and delicious meals to all we serve!
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Anyone needing accommodations must contact the Pasadena Senior Activity Center at
410-222-0030 or by email at pasadenacenter@aacounty.org at least seven days prior to an event. Individuals who use Maryland Relay, call 7-1-1 for assistance. All materials available in alternate formats upon request.
| | Pasadena Senior Activity Center | 410-222-0030 | | The products and services described in this public announcement are not endorsed or guaranteed by this Senior Activity Center, the Department of Aging and Disabilities, Pasadena Seniors, Inc., or Anne Arundel County. | | | | |
