Pascal Senior Activity Center March 2025 Newsletter

Pascal Senior Activity Center

March 2025 Newsletter

Updates

Closures

All offices, senior activity centers, and senior nutrition sites will be closed on Thursday, March 20th due to our annual staff training and development meeting. We will reopen on Friday, March 21st. Thank you for your understanding.

Programming

New Pre-Diabetes Program - starts, March 25th

*See flyer below for more information*

Free Vision & Hearing Screenings - March 28th

Registration for Spring AACC classes ends March 13th

Bring Back Bunco!

*Details below*

Mondays

Information & Assistance Outreach

March 3rd - 10:00am-12:00pm

Join an Information & Assistance specialist from the Department of Aging & Disabilities to discuss community resources and programs available for older adults. No registration required.

AARP Safe Driving Course

March 10th - 9:00am-2:00pm

Join an AARP instructor for a course that teaches valuable defensive driving techniques and provides a refresher about the rules of the road to keep your daily commute a safe commute. $20 for AARP Member/$25 for non-AARP Member. Must bring proof of AARP membership. Registration required.

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, or Anne Arundel County.

Weekly Programs No registration required.

Knit & Crochet - 10:00-11:30am

Bridge - 12:30-3:00pm

Mexican Train Dominoes 1:00-3:00pm

Tuesdays

Fitness Orientation - March 4th - 10:30-11:30am

Are you a new member that's interested in using the fitness equipment?

Join instructor Louise Mulvey to learn how to safely use all fitness equipment. This class is mandatory for new members prior to use of the equipment.

Registration required.

Van Trips

March 11th - 9:30am-1:30pm

Arundel Mills

March 25th - 10:00am-1:30pm

Goodwill & Pat's Select Pizza and Grill

*Dine-to-donate at Pat's Select. 20% of proceeds will go back to PSI*

Weekly Programs No registration required.

Open Computer Lab - 9am-12pm

Ping Pong - 9:00am-11:00am

Wii Bowling - 12:30-3:30pm

Pre-Diabetes Program - Tuesdays, starting March 25th

For more information call 410-222-6680 or visit the Pascal front desk.

Announcement for a Diabetes Prevention Program

Wednesdays

A woman in an orange dress in front of a blue background

Paint Party: "Golden Gown"

March 5th - 1:00-3:00pm

Join artist Scott Clarke in making these simple yet dynamic designs! Scott will guide you through the techniques so you can render your own masterpiece, perfect for display. There is a $5 supply fee payable at sign up. Cash only. Sponsored by PSI.

Gadget Guru by Biba

Every Wednesday in March - 10:00am-12:00pm

Join Pascal’s intern, Biba Rguibi, to get help with your cell phone or tablet. She will be available to ask questions and troubleshoot your device. (No computers or laptops please). Appointments preferred, but walk-ins welcome.

Free Vision & Hearing Screenings

March 26th - 9:00am-12:00pm

The Anne Arundel County Department of Health will be visiting the center to conduct vision and hearing screenings for center members. Individuals must sign up at the front desk for an appointment. Only one appointment is needed to receive both screenings. Registration required.

Weekly Programs. No registration required.

Double Deck Pinochle - 12:00-3:30pm

Thursdays

Lunch & Learn

From “A to Zinc” - A Guide to Supplement Safety

Thursday, March 13th - 11:00am-1:00pm

Join Angel Shannon, DNP for this workshop to help discover and manage the world of supplements. If you're considering adding supplements to your wellness plan, it’s essential to make informed choices, knowing what’s right for your unique needs, understanding potential side effects, and being aware of interactions with medications or health conditions are all crucial steps. Lunch will be provided.

Registration required.

A.I. Workshop "Money Saving Apps & Deals

March 13th - 2:00-4:00pm

Join instructor Julian Faulkner to learn new ways to protect your personal information and safety online. Registration required.

Entertainment @ 12:30pm

Lynn Roxy - 3/6

Retro Rockets - 3/13

George Garris - 3/27

Weekly Programs Open Art Studio - 12:00-4:00pm

Free art time to start, finish, or work on current projects. Registration required with Alice Dudley. Space is limited. $8 supply fee per month. Sponsored by PSI.

Fridays

Bingo @ 9:30am

March 14th & 28th

First card free. 3 additional cards may be purchased for $2 each.

Registration required. Sponsored by PSI.

Movie Matinees @ 12:45pm

March 14th - "Older Than Ireland"

March 28th - "American Son"

Entertainment @ 11:00am

George Garris - 3/14

Jazz with Jerry - 2/28

Pascal Book Club

"The Frozen River"

March 28th - 10:00am-12:00pm

Join our monthly book club for reading and discussion.

Looking for new members! Book list can be picked up at the front desk.

Bring Back Bunco!

1st & 3rd Fridays Monthly

Polling all members! We are trying to bring back bunco! If you are interested in re-starting the group, please visit the front desk to put your name on the list. Note - we will not start in March. Bunco will be back if we have enough interest.

Weekly Programs

Grief Support Group - 11am-12pm Every Friday in March (except March 28)

A group to connect with others who have recently experienced a loss. Participants may find help and guidance through emotional support, validation, and education about grief. Registration required.

Mahjong - 9:30-11:30am

Double Deck Pinochle - 12:30-3:30pm

Chess - 12:30-3:30pm

Pascal Seniors, Inc. (PSI)

Current Events

Tuesday, March 4th @9:30 am

Fat Tuesday Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser

PSI presents a $5 pancake, sausage, and orange juice breakfast for Pascal members. Space is limited. Registration required. Limit one breakfast per person. Dress for Mardi Gras!

Tuesday, March 25th

Dine to Donate @ Pat's Select Pizza and Grill

From 10:00am-10:00pm dine-in or carry-out at Pat's Select and PSI will receive 20% of the profits. Make sure to bring and mention your flyer! 8108 Ritchie Hwy, Pasadena, MD 21122.

Save the Date! Community Yard Sale

Saturday, April 12th - 8:00am-12:00pm

PSI presents the Pascal bi-annual Community Yard Sale. Interested in a table? Sign up at the front desk. Interested in donating items? Donations for PSI accepted March 31st. Rain Date May 10th.

We are also looking for volunteers for this event!

An announcement for the Tuesday March 4th Fat Tuesday Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser

An announcement for the Tuesday March 25th Dine to Donate event at Pats Select Pizza and Grill

An announcement for the April 12th Community Yard Sale at the Pascal Senior Activity Center.

Available Trips!

Trip Desk is open Tuesday-Thursday 10:00am-2:00pm

2025

March 5th - 9 to 5 Musical

June 15th - 21st - Montreal & Quebec - Wait list ONLY

May 14th - Old Farm House Tea Party

July 16th - Suicide Bridge Crab Feast

September 3rd - Toby's Theatre "Saturday Night Fever"

September 24th - Suicide Bridge Crab Feast

October 7th - 15th - Painted Canyons of the West

November 19th - American Music Theater "Deck the Halls"

You may sign up in person at the center or by calling (410) 222-6680

Inclement Weather Policy: Click HERE for detailed information about closings and delays due to winter weather.

Winter weather procedures and information on how to find out if senior centers and other county agencies are closed delayed or closing early

Anne Arundel County

Department of Aging & Disabilities

Making Life Better!

Membership

The Pascal 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 give us a call at 410-222-6680 for additional information about classes and activities.

The Senior Nutrition Program

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!

Accommodations

Anyone needing accommodations must contact Katy Owings at 410-222-6680 or agowin23@aacounty.org at least 7 days in advance of the event. TTY users, please call via Maryland relay 7-1-1. All materials are available in alternate formats upon request.