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SERVICES AT SOUTH COUNTY SENIOR ACTIVITY CENTER

Membership

Anne Arundel County Senior Activity Centers offer FREE memberships to individuals 55 years of age and older who are self-sufficient and able to function independently. Spouses of any age are welcome to join when accompanying someone 55 or older. Center members may participate at any of the eight senior activity centers in the county. For more information, visit your local senior activity center to obtain orientation materials and take a tour.  

Senior Center Plus

Senior Center Plus is a specialized four-hour program for older adults needing some assistance in navigating the senior activity centers. The mission of the program is to provide older adults with opportunities for socialization and recreation that enable them to remain engaged in the community. This group meets at South County Senior Activity Center on Tuesdays. Virtual Senior Center Plus meets weekly on Fridays from 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. For more information on the Senior Center Plus program please contact the Senior Center Plus Program Coordinator Lori Litke at 410-222-1483.

Flea Market

Flea Market items are on sale daily. Flea Market tables are located in the dining room. Payments may be made at the front desk. Periodic flea market sales are also held throughout the year and are advertised in our monthly newsletter. Donated items are accepted at the front desk daily. We do not accept clothing/shoes, electronics, VHS/audio cassettes, computers/printers or used cosmetics/toiletries. All proceeds benefit Friends of SCSC, Inc.

Book Sales

Periodic book sales are held at the center. All sales will be advertised in the monthly newsletter. Volunteers run the sales. Donated books are accepted at the front desk daily. We accept all kinds of books, with the exception of encyclopedias and textbooks. Please make sure books are in decent/clean condition when donating. All proceeds benefit Friends of SCSC, Inc.

Lending Library

The center has books available for members to borrow. Books are located on bookcases in the dining room. Individuals may borrow books at their leisure. No sign out is required.

Snack Bar: Paul's Snack Shack

Snacks, coffee, water, and sodas are available at our snack bar. The snack bar is open from 8:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Limited items are available at the front desk when the snack bar is closed. All items cost $1.00. You may purchase a punch card from the snack bar for $10. The punch card can be used in place of cash. Each card has 12 punches on it, that's two FREE items from the snack bar on each card. All proceeds benefit Friends of SCSC, Inc.

Public Use Computer

There are two computers for public use located in the Dining Room. The computers are available during normal center hours of operation on a first come, first served basis. Printing is not available.

Senior Nutrition Lunch Program

Meals are served at the center Monday-Friday at noon. Reservations are required by 10:00 a.m. the day before the meal is served and must be made in person. Cancellations must be called in at 410-222-1521 between the hours of 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Voluntary donations for the meal are encouraged, if one is able. No eligible person will be denied a meal if unable to donate. Each congregate meal costs $5.25.

Durable Medical Equipment

The center has a “loan closet” of medical equipment such as wheelchairs, walkers, canes, potty chairs and shower chairs that center members may borrow if needed. If you are in need, ask at the front desk.

Fitness Room

Our fitness equipment room is equipped with treadmills, a recumbent bike, a rowing machine, a weight bench and free weights for members to use. The equipment will be available for use daily. Center members may sign up for half-hour time slots to use the equipment. You may sign up for two consecutive half-hour time slots at a time. Sign up sheets will be available at 8:30 a.m. on a daily basis and will be located at the front desk. Time slots are first come first served. Every person using the equipment must take the fitness room orientation first. The orientation is offered twice a month. Upcoming orientation dates are listed below under Programs and Activities.

Grief Support

Individual and Group support options are available. If you would like to know more, please contact Beth Mucciacciaro RN, Grief Counselor with the Department of Aging and Disabilities at 410-222-0263.

Anne Arundel County Office of Transportation

Provides rides to seniors 55+ and individuals with disabilities to senior centers, nutrition sites, medical appointments, and for other needs. Wheelchair vans are available. Advance reservations of one to two weeks are required. To schedule transportation, call

410-222-0022. There is no set fee for this service, but donations are accepted and appreciated.

Wi-Fi Service

Free Wi-Fi service is available in the center. Look for "Guest@Anne" on your mobile device. No password is needed.

SHIP (State Health Insurance Program)

A representative from the Anne Arundel County Department of Aging and Disabilities is available to answer your questions regarding Medicare Part D Open Enrollment, Medicare & Medicaid eligibility, long term care insurance, supplemental health insurance, medical claims management, and more. Call 410-222-4257 to make an appointment.

Maryland Access Point (MAP)

This service is provided by the Anne Arundel County Department of Aging and Disabilities. MAP is the "one stop shop" for seniors, individuals with disabilities, and caregivers to both private and public resources. An Options Counselor is available to help you access resources. Call 410-222-4257 for more information.

Anne Arundel County Schools Event Cards

These school event cards grant free admission for one person (age 60 or older) to cultural and athletic events sponsored by and held at any Anne Arundel County Public School. The card is free and does not expire. Cards are available at the front desk.

EMERGENCY EVACUATION PROCEDURES

For your safety and the safety of others, should it become necessary to evacuate the building, please do the following:

• Stay calm and exit the building as quickly as possible through the nearest exit.
• There are marked emergency exits throughout the building. Please take note of the emergency exit nearest your location.
• Do not run. Do not stop to gather personal belongings.
• Assist any individual that may need assistance in evacuating.
• Proceed to the emergency assembly point, which is the flagpole located in the plaza between the center and the Library.
• Check in with the designated staff member at the flag pole and follow all instructions given by authorized personnel.
• Do not re-enter the building for any reason until notified by designated staff or emergency personnel that it is safe to go back into the building.

• If you are unable to attend a program or event you have signed up for, please let us know. We often have waitlists for programs.
• So that everyone continues to have an enjoyable experience at the center, please be patient and courteous in your interactions with center volunteers, instructors, other center members and staff.
• All of our programs and activities for the month are posted on the bulletin board outside the Classroom. Check out the board for programs that are coming up.
• Volunteers, please record your volunteer hours in the binder at the front desk.
• Don't forget to sign in at the computer kiosk in the lobby when you come to the center.
• Please try to have exact amounts when paying for workshops and activities, snack bar, etc. We generally cannot make change for larger bills.

Thank You!!

AACC Senior Students, if you receive a call from 410-777-2222, please pick up! AACC's registration team is trying to reach you in response to your registration request and if you don’t answer, they move on to the next student. Please help us to assist you by responding. Thank you!

INSTRUCTORS WANTED

AACC is looking for adjunct instructors for their Lifelong Learning program. If you, or someone you know, has an interest in teaching classes for AACC, see below for job descriptions for instructors.

Job Description

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, and hobbies and craft topics. Instruction is to students who are 60 plus.

Pay rates for non-credit courses in Continuing Education are commensurate with education and experience qualifications.

Minimum Requirements

Instructors should have experience teaching and have 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.

College degree is preferred, but not required.

Must be a subject matter expert.

Computer competency required.

If interested, email Terry Portis, tdportis@aacc.edu

AACC Email Accounts



Did you know that if you are taking a college class at a senior activity center, you have been assigned a user name and student email account? username@mymail.aacc.edu.

This is important as your AACC student email is used for all official college communication. Your receipt(s), class cancellations, waitlist notifications, and college updates will be sent to this email address. 

To Activate Your Account: https://aacc.teamdynamix.com/TDClient/2439/Portal/KB/ArticleDet?ID=140585

To Find Email on AACC website: https://aacc.teamdynamix.com/TDClient/2439/Portal/KB/ArticleDet?ID=119291

To Locate Your User Name or for Assistance Signing In, Contact Technical Service Desk: helpdesk@aacc.edu or 410-777-4357.

Winter Class Registration

Registration for Winter 2023 AACC classes begins on Tuesday, November 14. Students may register in person at the senior activity centers through Tuesday, December 12, online or at an AACC location. For all AACC students, there is an administrative fee of $80. Students aged 55 to 59 pay the $80 administrative fee plus $40 per class. The list of winter classes is available at the center.

Winter classes begin the week of Monday, January 8.

NOVEMBER IN-PERSON

DROP-IN EXERCISE CLASSES

The below classes are free of charge. Class descriptions are below.

Chair Exercise with Joan Coker

Wednesdays from 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

Do you have some physical restrictions that make it difficult to exercise? Take this free chair exercise class for some chair strength training! Joan Coker leads this class, which starts with a warm-up, including a seated joint warm-up. She will then guide you through a variety of seated and stationary standing exercises (using the chair for support if needed) that are designed to strengthen every muscle in your body! This class will be hybrid. Joan leads the class from the center. Participants may take the class in person at the center or virtually via Zoom.



Join Zoom Meeting:

https://aacounty.zoom.us/j/82562684651?pwd=bWdLNlF4UHZBZFNkRHJzVWVmSXMyQT09

Meeting ID: 825 6268 4651

Passcode: qaX86?EK

Mat Exercise with Joan Coker

Wednesdays from 11:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m

This free mat exercise class focuses on stretching and strengthening your core, glutes, back, and shoulder muscles. Exercises will help to improve flexibility and stability, alleviate back and neck pain, build muscles and burn calories and reduce stress and anxiety. This class meets at the center.

Beginning Line Dancing with Marie Brault

Fridays from 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

This low impact line dance class is geared toward beginners. Instructor Marie Brault will introduce basic line dance steps, provide guidance through the steps and demonstrate how to perform line dances and other similar dances to various genres of music. This class addresses the needs of beginners with attention to the basics of line dancing.

VIRTUAL DROP-IN EXERCISE CLASS WITH JOAN COKER

Fridays from

11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

ONGOING ACTIVITIES AND PROGRAMS

These activities are drop-in and

no registration is required.

MONDAY

Bingo: 1st & 3rd Mondays from 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Knitting and Crochet: 2nd & 4th Mondays from 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Pickleball: 2:30 p.m.-4:00 p.m.

TUESDAY

Canasta: 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Bridge Club: 12:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m.

WEDNESDAY

Open Art Studio: 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Mahjongg: 12:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m.

Parkinson's Caregiver Support Group: 4th Wed. from 2:00 p.m.-3:30 p.m.

THURSDAY

Ceramics: 8:30 a.m.-10:00 a.m.

Group Guitar: 9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.

China Painting: 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

Pickleball: 12:00 p.m.-3:30 p.m.

Party Bridge: 12:30 p.m.-4:00 p.m.

FRIDAY

Cribbage: 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.

Wii Bowling:10:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

Trivial Pursuit: 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Quilting:10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

Pickleball: 2:30 p.m.-4:00 p.m.

NOVEMBER VAN TRIPS

Dollar Tree & Timbuktu Restaurant

Friday, November 3

from 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

A van from Partners in Care, Inc. will take participants to the Dollar Tree in Hanover, followed by lunch at Timbuktu Restaurant. Participants are responsible for all the costs of their trip. Space on the van is limited, so register early! Sign up at the front desk by Friday, October 27.

Amish Market

Friday, November 17 from 10:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

A van from Partners in Care, Inc. will take participants to the Amish Market in Annapolis. Space on the van is limited, so register early! Sign up at the front desk by Thursday, November 9.

South County Senior Activity Center's Technology Users' Group

Friday, November 3 from 3:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.

Computer, Tablet, and Smartphone users meet to discuss updates, news, and resources in the technology world.

Painting with Scott

Friday, November 3 and Wednesday, November 29

from 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.

Join artist Scott Clarke in making these simple yet dynamic designs! These fun tutorials will help you improve your painting skills, not just with color mixing but with your painting medium. Scott will guide you through the techniques so you can render your own masterpieces, perfect for display. All supplies will be provided by the instructor. There is a $5 supply fee for all participants, payable at sign up.

AARP Safe Driver Course

Monday, November 6 from 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

This four hour course is designed to help older drivers improve their driving & accident prevention skills. Cost is $20.00 for AARP members and $25.00 for non AARP members. Checks or money orders payable to AARP are due on the day of the class. We cannot accept cash. Sign up at the front desk.

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.

Zentangle: Patchwork Letters

Monday, November 6, 13, and 20

from 10:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

In three sessions, play with fun lettering to create lively, useful decorations for parties and beyond! We will explore a style of lettering, create a sampler of lettering, tangles and color, and finally create pennant banners. Loads of fun with lots of uses using color and your creativity!

BINGO

Monday, November 6 & 20

from 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Play bingo for prizes on the first & third Mondays each month. No registration is required. We will gladly accept donations of bingo prizes. Please bring them to the front desk.

MUSIC WITH RUSS

Wednesday, November 8 & 22

at 11:45 a.m.

Russ Jones and his guitar will be here to play some old favorites from the 50s, 60s and 70s. Sing along or just sit back and enjoy the tunes. Special guest musicians may also join Russ for the fun and fellowship.

Self-Care: How to Live Your Best Life

Thursday, November 9 from 3:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.

Self-care is the practice of consciously doing things that preserve or improve our mental and or physical health. These actions individuals take to improve their physical, mental, and emotional health are important for us to practice in order to maintain healthy relationships with ourselves, and for all those family and friends around us. Making healthy lifestyle choices, and taking an active role in our own health, benefits us and those around us in many ways! Our goals in this presentation are to reinforce the need for taking care of both physical and psychological health, how to manage and reduce stress, and honoring our emotional, physical and spiritual needs. This in turn, provides us the opportunity to achieve an equilibrium in our daily lives. Sign up at the front desk.

Veterans Day, Center Closed

Friday, November 10

Center is closed in honor of Veterans Day. We thank all veterans for their service.

C.R.A.S.E. Training Course

Monday, November 13 from 9:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

With the increase in active shooter/assailant and mass violence events in this country, we can no longer afford to not be prepared when an event strikes. C.R.A.S.E., the Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events, is a course offered by the Anne Arundel County Police Department. C.R.A.S.E. helps to prepare civilians for an active shooter event or mass attack in a variety of workplace and gathering environments, including religious institutions. This course teaches us how to prepare for and react to an active shooter event or mass attack. This session will take you from a potential victim mentality to a victor mentality and help you to develop a plan of preparedness. Register for this program at the front desk.

Fitness Room Orientation

Monday, November 13 & 27 at 2:15 p.m.

Anyone who is interested in using the exercise equipment (treadmill, recumbent bike, rowing machine) in the fitness room MUST take this orientation first. Debbie Halley will be available twice a month to provide the orientation. Please sign up at the front desk.

FIRE SAFETY AND

DIGITAL FIRE

EXTINGUISHER TRAINING

Tuesday, November 14 from 10:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

Bruce Morgenstern from the Annapolis Community Emergency Response Team (AAACERT) joins us today to talk about fire safety. This program covers how to put out small fires, what to do if there is a fire, how not to start fires in the first place, and a lot more helpful information. Following the presentation, participants will gain hands-on experience using a fire extinguisher. Using a digital fire extinguisher trainer, participants will attempt to put out a small fire. The screen on the trainer realistically simulates a fire, and the fire extinguisher emits a laser instead of a chemical. This is a great tool to practice using a fire extinguisher, especially if you have never had to use one before. Sign up at the front desk.

Thanksgiving Luncheon

Wednesday, November 15

from 12:00 p.m. -2:00 p.m.

Happy Thanksgiving! Join your friends at the center today as we celebrate Thanksgiving. A traditional Thanksgiving meal will be served, followed by entertainment provided by the fabulous Frank and Trish Curreri of Vintage Entertainment. Their music from the Great American Songbook will bring back memories of spending time with friends and family. There is no cost for the meal, but you must sign up at the front desk and complete a Nutrition Program form by Wednesday, November 8.

Mindful Moments

Monday, November 20 from 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m.

This is a monthly opportunity to engage with others around mental wellness and discuss mental health, the brain, and related tips and resources. Presented by Alágra Bass, a licensed clinical social worker who oversees mental health pilot programs for the Department of Aging & Disabilities and provides therapeutic services in the community. For more information, you can reach her at 410-507-3724.

South County Senior Activity Center Book Club at Edgewater Library

Monday, November 20

from 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.

This month we will be discussing The Violin Conspiracy by Brendan Slocumb. This book club is held in partnership with the South County Senior Activity Center. All are welcome. This discussion is part of One Maryland One Book, a program of Maryland Humanities. This project was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and the Maryland State Library.

Drawing with Scott Monday, November 20

from 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.

Join Scott Clarke in this FREE introductory drawing class. In this fun, relaxed class, participants will learn some basic drawing skills and techniques that will allow them to create their own works of art. No previous drawing experience is necessary. All supplies will be provided. Sign up at the front desk.

EDM DANCERCISE

Tuesday, November 21

 from 12:30 p.m.-1:30 p.m.

Back by popular demand! EDM (Electronic Dance Music) Dancercise is a fun, high energy exercise class. Ryan Shupp from the Department of Aging and Disabilities instructs participants through various movements, stretches, and exercises. Participants can be either sitting or standing for the exercises. Ryan's enthusiastic added commentary and the electronic dance music that he plays makes this a fun and lively class. Sign up at the front desk.

Painted Aprons Workshop

Tuesday, November 21

from 1:30 p.m.-3:00 p.m.

In this workshop participants will paint a child's apron, perfect for a grandchild's holiday gift. The apron is great for cooking or crafting with a grandparent and can be personalized with a child's name inside the heart. The apron comes in 2 sizes: toddler size and young adult size. Please indicate which size you would like when you sign up. Cost is $15. Sign up at the front desk.

Center is closed Thursday, November 23 and

Friday, November 24 for the Thanksgiving holiday.

Happy Thanksgiving!

Maryland Access Point Outreach Visit

Monday, November 27

from 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Bonnie Paucar, Certified Consumer Resource Specialist and Options Counselor with the Department of Aging & Disabilities MAP Program, will be here to speak with senior activity center participants who have questions or need connections to resources. MAP links older adults and their families to community resources and educates about available services provided by our department and the community. Drop by to meet Bonnie and ask her any questions you may have about programs and services in Anne Arundel County.

Music with Karen

Monday, November 27 at 11:30 a.m.

Everyone is invited to bring your own lunch and join Karen, one of our center members, as she entertains us by playing some old favorites on her keyboard.

The Gene Way

Book Club

Monday, November 27

from 2:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.

This club was started by one of our former center members, Gene Way, and is now named after her. The club will meet at the center on the fourth Monday of each month. November's book is Dream Girl by Laura Lippman.

Save the dates

for these upcoming programs at the center!

DECEMBER VAN TRIPS

Participants may sign up for December van trips beginning Wednesday, November 1.

Target and Panera Bread

Friday, December 1

from 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

A van from Partners in Care, Inc. will take participants to Target in Waugh Chapel followed by lunch at Panera Bread. Participants are responsible for all the costs of their trip. Space on the van is limited, so register early! Sign up at the front desk by Monday, November 27.

Ballet Theatre of Maryland: The Nutcracker

Wednesday, December 6 from 10:15 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

A van from Partners in Care, Inc. will take participants to see the Ballet Theatre of Maryland's Mini Performance of The Nutcracker followed by a quick stop for lunch at Chick-fil-a after the show. Tickets are $10/person. Space on the van is limited, so register early! Sign up at the front desk by Wednesday, November 29.

BUS TRIP NEWS

2024 Bus Trips

The 2024 South County Senior Activity Center Bus Trip Booklets are now available at the center. Details about trips, including cost, itineraries, departure and return times can be found in the booklet. We ask that participants take one booklet per person/household. Participants may sign up for trips during bus trip office hours. The bus trip office is open Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

Important Information for Trip Registrants

1. You MUST be a member of an Anne Arundel County Senior Activity Center to enjoy our trips. Please be prepared to show your keytag when signing up for a trip.
2. It is YOUR responsibility to know when deposits and final payments are due and to make required payments on time.
3. If final payment is not received by the final payment due date, only one reminder call will be made. If payment is not received on time, your trip will be automatically canceled.
4. All monies are non-refundable once the final payment is made to the vendor by the Trip Committee.
5. Please make note of departure times of the trips you sign up for and BE ON TIME for all departures.

Thank you in advance for your cooperation!

Anyone needing accommodations must contact the South County Senior Activity Center at

410-222-1927 or by email at southcenter@aacounty.org at least seven days prior to an event. TTY users please call via Maryland Relay 7-1-1. All materials available in alternate formats

upon request.

Products and Services advertised in this publication are not endorsed or guaranteed by the South County Senior Center, Anne Arundel County Department of Aging & Disabilities or Friends of South County Senior Center, Inc.