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Charles County
Senior Center News
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Welcome to the latest issue of the Senior E-News. In this issue we've highlighted many special events, as well as showcased some of the most important upcoming news.
Don't forget, you can "Get Connected" to the Charles County Government's news through the following social networks:
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Maryland Association of Senior Centers
 We are pleased to announce that the Waldorf and Clark Senior Center were recipients of awards presented by the Maryland Association of Senior Centers (MASC.)
Join me in congratulating Debi Shanks and Brittany Arbin (top picture) for their winning program featured in the expressive and creative arts category titled "Drums Alive."
The Waldorf Senior Center - Ann Walter, Julie Brasher, Julie Youmans, and Cindy Bladen (bottom picture) received an award in the fitness category for their program titled "Badminton." This is a great opportunity  to acknowledge the hard work and continued support staff put in the planning of all programs offered at the four senior centers.
Congratulations to Waldorf and the Clark Senior Centers for this major accomplishment!
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The County Fair is Coming Sept. 14-17
The fair is approaching and everyone needs to finish their projects. Entries are always needed for the senior building at the Fair (age 60 or older.) Two entry maximum per class.
Entry selections include:
- Needle Arts: crocheting, knitting, needlepoint, sewn garments, decorated baskets, pillows, embroidery, counted cross stitch, quilting, rugs, decorated accessories, dolls, and more.
- Arts and Crafts: watercolors, oils, acrylics, drawings, ceramics, pottery, woodcarving. Christmas decorations, toys, decorative items, photographs, calligraphy, jewelry, and more.
- Collections: Scrapbooks, stamps, coins, and more.
Entries must have been completed Sept. 2016-Sept. 2017, excluding collections with new additions. Fair books are available now at senior centers and libraries.
How to Enter Your Fair Items:
- Now through Sept. 8: Visit www.charlescountyfair.com/exhibitor and click the link in the "On the Web" box at the bottom of the page.
- Sunday, Sept. 10: The Fair office will be open from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. to issue exhibitor numbers and necessary entry materials. DO NOT BRING YOUR EXHIBITS AT THIS TIME. Exhibitors from the previous three years do not need to obtain a new number. You may also use blank entry forms from previous years.
- Wednesday, Sept. 13, 1-8 p.m.: Entries will be accepted in the senior building. Each exhibitor will be assigned an exhibitor number which is to be used throughout the Fair, regardless of the number of departments you are entering. Make sure you give your complete mailing address when you receive your exhibitor number. You can obtain your exhibitor number, entry forms, and tags as follows:
- You may get your exhibitor number and entry forms/ tags at the entry table at the fairgrounds. Complete the forms before taking your exhibit to the Senior Building.
Fair Volunteers Needed
Ten pairs of volunteers are needed to monitor the Senior Building. Each pair will commit to a block of time beginning at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 14 through 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 17. Senior building volunteers will serve two purposes; to keep an eye on the projects and to promote the senior centers.
DETAILS: 301-638-4420
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Countywide Special Events
 Gilbert Run Kayak Adventure
Details: Debi Shanks at 301-609-5711
Wednesday, Aug. 23, 10-11 a.m. or 11 a.m.-Noon
Fee: $4/one hour
Atlantic Kayaking
108A Mattingly Avenue, Indian Head. Enjoy the beautiful scenery, plus get your work-out in! Pack a cooler for a picnic lunch after!
Wednesday, Aug. 25, 10 a.m.-Noon
Fee: $25/pp
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TRIPS Supported by Senior Center Councils
Day Trip to Baltimore
Begin the day at the National Aquarium. After, take a walk to Phillips Seafood for lunch (choice of crab cake, chicken sand-wich, or Caesar salad with chicken or shrimp. Finish up with a 45-minute har-bor boat cruise with climate-controlled lower deck and open air upper deck. Transportation partially sponsored by the Waldorf Senior Center Council. Space is limited, first come, first served.
Tuesday, Aug. 29, 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m.
Fee: $85;
Payment in full due at registration by Aug. 10
Miracle of Christmas
Sight and Sound Theatre (Lancaster, PA) Travel to Lancaster to enjoy a family style lunch at Plain & Fancy Restaurant and watch the memorable show, "Miracle of Christmas." The show tells the story of the anticipation and arrival the Messiah. Fee includes: deluxe bus transporta-tion, snacks, lunch at Plain & Fancy, show tickets, taxes, and tips. Transportation par-tially sponsored by Waldorf Senior Center Council and Senior Services of Charles County.
Wednesday, Dec. 6, 7:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m.
Fee: $125 Deposit $25/pp due at registration
Final payment due by Nov. 15
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Clark Senior Center
1210 Charles Street, La Plata, MD 20646 ||
301-934-5423 or 301-870-2015
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Camp Clark Grandparent and Child Camp
Bring the grandkids for some summer fun! Crafts, fitness, games, and lunch are the highlights for this bonding adventure. Details: 301-609-5711. Space is limited.
Tuesday-Thursday, Aug. 15-17, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Fee: $30/3 days (1 senior, 1 child age 5-14)
$10 for every additional child
Registration Deadline: Aug. 11
Keeping the Comfort of Home
Comfort Keepers specializes in in-home health care centered on providing services to keep seniors. Facilitator: Tracy Staton.
Tuesday, Aug. 22, 10:30 a.m.
Fee: FREE
Luau Party
Break out your Hawaiian shirt, and dust off your grass skirt. We're going to celebrate the end of summer in a tropical way with food, Hawaiian entertainment, and Aloha Bingo.
Thursday Aug. 31, 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m.
Fee: $3 and a lunch donation
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Indian Head Senior Center
100 Cornwallis Square (Village Green), Indian Head, MD ||
301-743-2125
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 Mindfulness (SS)
Is your mind full, or are you mindful?
Join Birgit Locklear from DHMH as she introduces us to Mindfulness. Mindfulness is used to help us be present in our lives to overcome depres-sion, anxiety, chronic stress, and many other conditions standing in our way to happiness. We will discover how easy mindfulness is and then apply the concept every day to live a more fulfilling, joy-filled, and stress-reduced life.
Tuesday, Aug. 8, 11:15 a.m.
Fee: FREE
Luau with Friends
This event will beheld at Waldorf Senior Center. See description below
Thursday, Aug. 31, 10:30 a.m.
Fee: $6, includes lunch donation
Save the Date: Harrington Raceway and Slots Trip
Thursday, Sept. 21, 8 a.m.
Fee: $40
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Waldorf Senior Center
3092 Crain Hwy (Jaycees Bldg), Waldorf, MD ||
301-638-4420
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Senior Companion Program
Be important to someone who needs a friendly helper. Senior Companions may provide personal care, light cooking, shopping, socializing, light housekeeping, gardening, and so much more! Training for eligible adults. Nina Mouldern, Program Director.
Tuesday, Aug. 8, 11:15 a.m.
Fee: FREE
 Luau with Friends
Seniorita Sunshine brings her musical happiness to share with us at the first ever Luau with Friends! Waldorf and Indian Head Senior Centers are planning a fantastic party for you! Music, dancing, prizes and fun food. See page 11 for the menu. Paid reservations by Aug. 23, or until the max capacity is reached. Sponsored in part by the two senior councils and CCAA, Inc.
Thursday, Aug. 31, 10:30 a.m.
Fee: $6 includes lunch donation. No discounts given.
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Trips Offered by Senior Services
Details/Reservations: 301-645-2800
Christmas at Biltmore House Featuring a Candlelight Tour
4 Days/3 Nights; Trip Date: Nov. 14-17
Begin with an early departure to Asheville, North Carolina arriving just in time to freshen up and join everyone for dinner. Day 2, After breakfast depart for a historical tour of Asheville visiting the Folk Art Center, Grove Circle, Biltmore Village then on to dinner at the Deerpark Restaurant. The highlight of your tour will be the Candlelight Christmas Evening Tour of Biltmore House illuminated with candles like in 1895. Day 3, You will visit the Biltmore Estates, Mansion, Winery, Antler Hill Village and the grounds. Day 4, you depart for home with fond memories.
Trip Fee: $579/pp, double; Deposit: $200 due with reservation
Balance Due: Oct. 6
Visit Bethlehem...The Christmas City
3 Days/2 Nights; Trip Date: Dec . 6-8
By motor coach you will travel to Bethlehem, Pennsylvania ... visiting Roadside America, dinner, and a stop at Koziar's Christmas Village before check-ing in to your hotel. Day 2, Travel to Banana Factory, the Museum Experience featuring the Kemmerer Museum and the Moravian Museum, and on to Christkindlmarkt, modeled after the open-air mar-kets in Germany. After listening to the Christmas Putz (the story of Christ's birth), enjoy dinner and a Bethlehem-by-Night tour through the glistening lights. Day 3 depart for home after this wonderful holiday experience.
Trip Fee: $389/ pp, double; Deposit: $150 due with reservation
Balance Due: Nov. 1
Ireland, Iceland and Scotland - Celebrity Cruises on the Celebrity Eclipse
11 Days/10 Nights; Trip Date: April 30-May 10, 2018
Fly out of BWI Airport and on Day 1 head to Dublin Ireland, Day 2 traveling to Belfast, Northern Ireland, Day 3 cruise at Sea, Day 4 and 5 spend time traveling through Reykjavik, Iceland's capital and oldest city located on the southwest coast at the head
of Faxafloi Bay with museums, theatres and observatories to visit. Day 6 you will travel to Akureyri, Iceland one of the country's most important ports and fishing centers. Known today for gourmet food, cool café scenes, and nightlife. Day 7 Back at sea, Day 8 Lerwick/Shetland, Scotland, almost 100 islands make up the Shetland Islands, where the old waterfront is full of pleasure boats and yachts. Day 9 at Sea, Day 10 Visiting Cork Ireland and witness the skill of local artisans with weaving and cutting crystal; and Day 11 Returning to Dublin Ireland.
Cabin Inside starts at $3,103. Book early for best choice.
Initial Deposit: $550 pp/dbl * Final Payment Due: Dec. 30.
Book early to get the best prices, best cabin location, and preferred dining times.
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How to Reach Us:
Richard R. Clark Senior Center
1210 Charles Street, La Plata, MD |
301-934-5423 | Fax 301-934-5425
Indian Head Senior Center
100 Cornwallis Square, Indian Head, MD | 301-743-2125 | Fax 301-743-7422
Nanjemoy Community Center
4375 Port Tobacco Road, Nanjemoy, MD |
301-246-9612 | Fax 301-246-9031
Waldorf Senior Center
U.S. 301/Route 5, Waldorf, MD |
301-638-4420 | Fax 301-638-1931
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About Charles County Government
 The mission of Charles County Government is to provide our citizens the highest quality service possible in a timely, efficient and courteous manner. To achieve this goal, our government must be operated in an open and accessible atmosphere, be based on comprehensive long- and short-term planning and have an appropriate managerial organization tempered by fiscal responsibility. We support and encourage efforts to grow a diverse workplace. Charles County is a place where all people thrive and businesses grow and prosper; where the preservation of our heritage and environment is paramount; where government services to its citizens are provided at the highest level of excellence; and where the quality of life is the best in the nation.
It is the policy of Charles County to provide equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religious or political affiliation or opinion, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, or any other status protected by law.
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