Join us for the annual SSCA Picnic! Be sure to be there for this welcome-to-summer event! There will a delicious lunch for all, and time to share our summer plans. (To avoid any fickle weather, our picnic will be in the Centennial Room at the PAC Center.)

After our picnic, Lunch & Learn will be on vacation until September 10th. Be sure to check the PAC Center's

Summer Senior Programs, every Wednesday from 12-2pm from June 18 through August 13. See details HERE, and below in the PAC Center section of this newsletter.

Date: Wednesday, June 11th

Time: 12:00 pm

Location: PAC Center, Centennial Room

Thursday, June 12th

Trip to Reading Terminal Market, via SEPTA train

We’ll take our shopping bags and appetites and hop on the Media local at the Swarthmore station for a trip into Philadelphia to visit the Reading Terminal Market. It’s one of America’s largest and oldest public markets, housed since 1893 in the same National Historic Landmark building. 

We’ll have about an hour and a half for shopping and dining at the nearby historic Reading Terminal Market.

Lots of choices here: the Market has about 75 merchants.

Information about this adventure is HERE. 

to Tony Shahan, Executive Director of the Newlin Gristmill, for sharing with us his discoveries about 18th century mills and the enormous amount of work involved in authentic restoration.

We also thank him for the maps of the park and information about the Newlin Grist Mill. Can't wait to visit.

Date: Every Friday

Time: 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Location: Swarthmore Co-op located at 341 Dartmouth Avenue

Drop in for a few minutes or for the whole hour! Grab a cup of coffee and have friendly conversation every Friday! Gather at the Swarthmore Co-op to chat about whatever comes to mind. No agenda, no program, and no special invitation required! Come on by. We hope you do.

There are two options for transportation to the Kimmel Center tour (tour starts 1:00 pm) on Wednesday June 18: 

1. Those wanting to take the SEPTA train to & from Suburban Station (walking to & from the Kimmel) will meet at the Swarthmore train station at 11:20.
2. Those preferring to carpool will meet at the PAC Center for 11:30 departure.

A list for each option will be circulated at the picnic this Wednesday 6/11. 

Deadline for signup is 5 pm Monday June 16.

Trip Fee: $10 per person (Please bring in cash on the day of the trip.)

If you have questions or are willing to drive in the carpool, please call Nancy Daniel at 610-715-8995 or via e-mail at nancydaniel123@gmail.com.

The next Web Wandering will be on Monday, June 23. We’ll watch “Her War”, a PBS documentary telling the stories of women caught up in World War II. Those stories include Rosie the Riveter and many others that will likely be new to us.

As usual, we’ll gather in the Centennial Room of the PAC Center about noon to catch up with each other over whatever lunch we brought, and we’ll start the video at 12:30. 

Rosie the Riveter

Date: Monday, Tuesday, June 23

Time: 12:00 noon, bring your own lunch and enjoy it with friends. The program begins at 12:30 p.m.

Location: PAC Center, Centennial Room

SSCA is a volunteer run and sustained organization. We greatly appreciate those who have already stepped forward to volunteer!

If you are interested and willing to serve as a Board Member, please contact Dan Snyder (610-457-9149, dan.snyder.x@gmail.com). 

Volunteer opportunities abound within our organization -- something for everyone, something for you!

If you are willing to serve in any of the roles below (and/or those in THIS LIST), please contact Stephanie McDonough (samcd112@comcast.net):

Tech Help Desk: Help local seniors learn how to use their computers and smartphones; you don’t have to know everything; we will connect you to seniors who need help that you’re able to provide. In-person meetings are preferred but not required.

We are looking for someone who might take eventually take over the help desk… which just means helping 1 or 2 people in a typical week.

Friday Friends (informal gatherings for coffee & conversation, Friday’s 2-3 at the Coop):  Attend from time to time, to see how things are going, so SSCA can consider adjustments intended to improve the experience for everyone.

Let our Top Geek help you with your computer, smartphone or tablet problem! We are nearby and available to help you get to know your tech gadget better, by providing free one-to-one support.

Just ask for help by sending us an email and we'll contact you to follow up!

Ask our own expert, Cindi Kruth! Our Culinary Help Desk awaits your questions. Our resident baker and general foodie Cindi Kruth (with some help from her friends) will try to solve your culinary mysteries. Email her at CulinaryHelpDesk@yahoo.com.

Like Peas & Carrots... Join us for a casual monthly meetup for families with littles and our friends from Swarthmore Senior Citizens Association. 



Hoping for more opportunities for intergenerational connections, this free and casual program includes a few table activities, toys for playtime and a special story read by an SSCA member. Then we’ll munch!

Don’t forget to BYO lunch. Depart when you wish. Note: This is not a drop-off program, Caregivers stay with their kiddos.

Free and open to the public. No need to sign up, just show up! 

The Swarthmore Farmers Market opens at 9:00 am!

Community Tent:- Second Saturday Knitters of Trinity Episcopal Church

For a list of this week's vendors, kids activity, and music, click HERE.

Grab your bags to shop all those fresh products!

Welcome to the Community Center!

Swarthmore Senior Citizens Association, a Founding Partner of the PAC Center, is proud to be part of this intergenerational place for adults and children to engage in a broad range of educational, recreational, charitable and networking activities, located at 129 Park Avenue in Swarthmore.

SIGN UP FOR THE PAC CENTER NEWSLETTER HERE!

Are you a senior who would like more opportunities to stay connected with others while enjoying some fun activities?

The Park Avenue Community Center is offering its third annual Summer Senior Program, designed to keep seniors active and engaged with a weekly opportunity to take part in an interesting workshop, followed by lunch and socializing – and it’s all free!

While the workshops, offered each Wednesday from noon to 2 p.m., are primarily focused on art-making and crafting, there will also be a healing movement class and a session on finding satisfaction and purpose post-retirement and beyond.

The eight-week program kicks off on June 18 with an aromatherapy workshop, followed by a nutritious lunch. The sessions run every Wednesday through August 13, with the exception of July 2, when there is no workshop.

"We designed the Summer Senior Program to bring seniors together in an uplifting environment," said program coordinator Sara Kleinert. “The weekly sessions will give seniors a chance to learn new skills, sometimes get some light exercise and simply enjoy each other's company over the summer months."

There is no cost but registration is greatly appreciated. For details of each week’s offerings and to RSVP, go to https://www.thepac.center/programs/senior-citizens

This two-hour Restorative Chi Yoga Retreat for Summer is suitable for all levels, and focuses on clearing energy pathways in the head and neck to release tension in your upper back, relieve headaches and improve sleep.

Read the full details and register HERE.

SPRING II Session Available for Registration!

Find your favorite or NEW favorite class today. OR buy a Multipass to sample classes you have always wanted to try.

Check out the amazing variety of options HERE. It's a new month! Try our a new class for the summer.

Monday: 9 am to 6 pm

Tuesday: 9 am to 6 pm

Wednesday: 9 am to 7 pm

Thursday: 9 am to 5 pm

Friday: 9 am to 5 pm

Saturday: 9 am to 4 pm

Regular Library Programs for Adults

For the listing of bookclubs, repeating activities, and for more information on any upcoming events, please check the LIBRARY WEBSITE.

The Rotary Club Invites You!

The Swarthmore Rotary Club invites members and friends of SSCA to come to their meetings and enjoy a lunch and the speaker. Meetings are on Thursdays from 12:15 pm -1:30 pm at the Inn at Swarthmore, unless otherwise noted. Lunch is $20 per person.

June 12th, 12:15-1:30 PM

Speaker: Club Assembly

Subject: Join us and meet the Swathmore Interact Club

June 19th, 12:15-1:30 PM

Speaker: Donna Dougherty, President; Theodora K. Psitos, Board Member - Players Club

Subject: The Players Club of Swarthmore - a Community Theater serving YOUR community!

June 26th, 12:15-1:30 PM

Speaker: Justin Kulish, Vice President at Carpenter Technology

Subject: Pennsylvania's Role in Manufacturing Titanium for the World's Aerospace and Medical Industries

July 3rd, 12:15-1:30 PM

Speaker: No Meeting ahead of Holiday

Subject: No Meeting ahead of Holiday

SSCA Games

The SSCA-sponsored games meet weekly at the Park Avenue Community Center. Email SwarthmoreSeniors@gmail.com to let us know you are interested in playing. Is there a game NOT listed here that interests you? Let us know and we'll try to help organize it!

Tuesdays

• Mahjong - 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
• Pinochle - 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Fridays

• Canasta/Samba - 10:30 am
• Mahjong - 1:00 pm

Join the fun! An open and fun-loving group welcomes new members and drop-ins.

Other Card and Board Games

If you like to play board games or other card games with your friends, come to the PAC Center on Fridays!

We are on the lookout for a Bridge teacher to offer beginning/intermediate Bridge! Get in touch with SwarthmoreSeniors@gmail.com.

Looking for a Helping Hand?

Call 484-437-8272

We will try to connect you and a volunteer to help with your specific challenge.



If it's an emergency call 9-1-1

SwarthmoreSeniors.org