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Inside This Issue...Agency Happenings ....... pgs 2-5 Anniversaries .................... pg 26Berks Encore Programs ...... pg 12 Board Spotlight ................... pg 6 Center News ..............pgs 13, 16Combat Veteran Remembers .... pg 5Editorial .............................. pg 2Law and Order ........ pgs 10 & 11 Member Discount Program . pg 4On-Going Activities .. pgs 14 & 15Your Community ......pgs 18~27 Your Health ......................... pg 8 Volunteer Spotlight ............. pg 7
For information on advertising in berksencore news please contact 610-374-3195, ext. 227.
LuAnn Oatman
Accepts Gift ....................... pg 5
Severe Weather ................. pg 9
Golden Seniors .................pg 21
JUNE 2015 • Vol. 15 • Issue 06 • www.BerksEncore.org
BERKS ENCORE LOOKS BACK:
Meals On Wheels: a family effortFEATURENEW!
Throughout Berks Encore’s 50-year history, two themes have been impor-tant to the agency’s development: fam-ily and service. The Meals on Wheels program has been a staple of Berks Encore’s offerings to the county’s older adults and their families. Families gain peace of mind knowing that their loved one is provided with a meal and a check-in each weekday, and volun-teers who help the Meals on Wheels program become part of a larger fam-ily—the Berks County community.
Today, not only is the Meals on Wheels pro-gram going strong and serving over 600 seniors each weekday, but the program is also helmed by an individual with a unique family tie to Meals on Wheels. Kaitlin Becker is currently Meals on Wheels Coordinator. Her mother, Terry Becker, was already a Berks Encore veteran—a center manager fi rst at Hamburg, later at Strausstown, and today at Fleetwood. The two women’s involvement in the agency, however, dates back nearly 20 years ago.
Terry began volunteering for the Meals on Wheels program in 1996, as she was looking for an opportunity to help her local Hamburg commu-nity. “I started when my two girls were little,” she recalls. Her youngest daughter, Emily, was still in a booster seat when she began delivering meals every other Thursday. Terry remembered the diffi culty of delivering meals with a small child in tow: “You get the kid out, you get the meals out, you trudge out and ring the doorbell—then you do it in reverse.” Over the summer, older sister Kate would also join her mother and sister in delivering meals.
“When I was little, I didn’t always want to go,” Kate remembered. Her mother reinforced the idea that volunteering and being involved in one’s local community was important. But she also gave Kate and young Emily another incentive: “I promised a slushie at Sheetz after a job well done. Kate recalls that this promise also included a hot dog,” says Terry.
As she grew older, Kate explains, the mission of the Meals on Wheels program became clearer, and Kate and her sister found helping people to be rewarding and fun too. The two girls could run the meals themselves to various houses, and some Meals on Wheels clients even treated them to candy and conversation.
In 2004 Terry became the manager of the Hamburg Center, coming on full time for Berks Encore. But the mission
of Meals on Wheels remained a driving force in her career. “Meals on Wheels has always been job number one for me. It is a mission, I have believed that for years, and I continue to believe that,” Terry states. “It’s a family-oriented, rewarding program.”
Kate echoes that sentiment, acknowledging that, “with Meals on Wheels, you can really help peo-ple.” After college, she returned to delivering meals to assist her mother. In 2011 she became a Medicare counselor with the agency. When the opportunity arose to manage the Meals on Wheels Program in early 2015, Kate jumped at the chance. Today she ensures the program runs smoothly and manages day-to-day operations; she still travels out to deliver meals, now in the city of Reading, each week.
Kate and Terry aren’t the only members of the family to be involved with Meals on Wheels and Berks Encore. Terry’s parents became Meals on Wheels volunteers in Hamburg at Terry’s urging just after she began volunteering—and they still volunteer today.
Throughout its history, Berks Encore has thrived because of the support and tireless efforts of families like the Beckers. Their support and the work of others in the community ensure older adults of Berks County are provided with the highest level of support and services possible. Join us next month, when we’ll take another look back at
Berks Encore’s history. Don’t forget to visit us on Facebook, where we post new fi nds from the archives each week!
Nancy Linderman (mother of Terry), Terry Becker, and Kaitlin Becker
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berksencore news is published monthly by berksencore40 N. 9th Street, Reading, PA 19601 • Phone 610-374-3195
Chairperson, Board of Directors Carl W. StaplesPresident LuAnn Oatman
Editor Sarah Hunter-Lascoskie2014 Pennsylvania Association of School Retirees Outstanding Media Recognition Award Recipient
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LuAnn Oatman, President
Dear Reader,
Summer is just around the corner, and Berks Encore’s calendar is heating up! Our
50th Anniversary year is one for the record books. We hope to see you at Senior Day at the Reading Fightin Phils on July 6 and our Annual Summer Picnic on July 27. And although it may seem far away, with the summer sunshine still upon us, our Senior Expo in October and Black Tie Bingo (Optional) Bingo gala in December are already picking up steam as we look ahead to the rest of the calendar year.
For me, summer always brings to mind picnics, vacations, and, of course, family. Berks Encore is dedicated to improving the lives of the county’s older adults, but it is at its core a family agency: for families, by families. You’ll notice some familiar faces and names featured in this issue—families that have supported Berks Encore for years. I truly value these connections. I hope you’ll spend time with us this summer and enjoy the company of this large Berks Encore family.
Author Richard Bach said, “The bond that links your true family is not one of blood, but of respect and joy in each other’s life. Rarely do members of one family grow up under the same roof.” I can think of no better statement to describe our the many people that make up our Berks Encore Family. Here’s to a summer fi lled with friendly faces and fun times.
Sincerely,LuAnn Oatman,
President/CEO
From the desk of . . .
LUANN OATMAN
The 14th Annual Berks Encore Senior Day at the Reading Fightin Phils is Monday, July 6. Game time is 9:35 a.m. The VIST Financial Plaza will open its doors at 7 a.m.; seating opens at 8:35 a.m. Join us as we watch our Fightin Phils take on the Trenton Thunder!
Free tickets will be available at all Berks Encore centers beginning June 10. For ticket information, please contact your local center or email [email protected].
Senior Day at the Fightin Phils would not be possible with-out the sponsorships we receive from local businesses. Thank you to Assured Assistance, Forest Hills Memorial, Manor at Market Square, PC Ninja, EnerSys and Queen City Restaurant for their support of America’s favorite pastime. Let’s play ball!
Save the Date!Monday, July 27
Berks Encore’s ANNUAL SUMMER PICNIC will take place on Monday, July 27 at the Green Valley Country Club, 150 Green Valley Road, Sinking Spring, PA 19608.
Join us for bingo, games, catered lunch, musical entertain-ment, and more—all under an air-conditioned tent.
Tickets are $20. Call (610) 374-3195 for more information.
Senior Day at the Reading Fightin Phils – July 6
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Concerned About Falling? A MATTER OF BALANCE Can Help By Shirley J. Lutz , NESTA Certifi ed Personal Trainer, FITOUR Certifi ed Group Exercise Trainer
Prior to reaching the age entitled to collect Social Security Benefi ts, I had three serious falls. The fi rst led to back surgery, the second a broken leg, and the third a broken foot. The falls were accidental, and more or less beyond my control. The good news is due to my overall good health and regular exercise I healed quickly and fully.
My most recent senior fi tness training has been as a Coach for the program, A Matter of Balance, Managing Concerns About Falls. This program is based upon research conducted by the Roybal Center for Enhancement of Late-Life Function at Boston University. It is designed to reduce the fear of falling and increase the activity levels of older adults who have concerns about falls. The program was introduced to Berks County by Stephanie Felke, Outreach Coordinator for the Reading Hospi-tal and Martha Sitler, VP of Education for Berks Encore. Several sessions are presently being offered at a variety of locations with additional sessions to be scheduled.
Falls are a leading cause of injury and death for older adults. Up to 30 percent of adults fall each year. About 20 percent of
these falls cause physical injury. About one half to one third of falls occur around the home. Most falls occur during routine activities. Falls usually occur due to a combination of things coming together. The good news is that a great many falls are preventable! A Matter of Balance consists of eight two-hour classes. Participants learn the following:
• To view falls and the fear of falling as controllable • To set realistic goals for increasing activity • To change their environment to reduce fall risk factors • To promote exercise to increase strength and balance
Of those completing the program, 97 percent feel more comfortable talking about the fear of falling and more comfort-able increasing activity; 99 percent plan to continue exercising and 98 percent would recommend the program to others. An added bonus is the opportunity to socialize.
As you consider the benefi ts of this program and seek further information or to register for classes, please contact Martha Sitler at 610.374.3195 x224 or [email protected] .
Class participants discuss fear of falling
Class participants practice balance exercises
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A New Hymn…A new hymn of today relative for WWII found in our New
UM hymnal (1995): “Lord you have come to the lakeshore (seashore).” This great hymn was written in 1987 in Spanish. As our division sailed from New York, we had no idea what to expect from the Nazi U-Boats. We just had one submarine alert in the eleven days at sea. Our 104th Division landed on one of the invasion beaches in September, three months after D-Day.
“The Other Seas” proved to be the canals in Holland along with the Roer and Rhine Rivers in Germany. Each of these had their own role in my combat experiences in the 195 days on the front lines. The sergeant beside me was killed and later I had a dud (un-exploded) eighty-eight land in my foxhole minutes after leaving it. Then we boated across the roaring Roer River—3 a.m.—and made it safely. The Nazi troops weren’t expecting us at night. The Remagon Bridge had been captured intact and we crossed, by truck, on pontoon bridges courtesy of the combat engineers. The captured bridge collapsed shortly.
This happened in March and by the end of April, the last shot was fi red. Then on May 7 unconditional surrender of all Ger-man forces signed (1945) and May 8 V-E Day declared. These days now observed as Europe’s Memorial Days and this year being the 77th Anniversary of their liberation. Also the 77th Anniversary of our Timberwolf’s ceasefi re. No more killing or being killed.
Lord, You have come to the lakeshore looking neither for wealthy nor wise ones;
You only asked me to follow humbly.
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Berks Encore’s President/CEO LuAnn Oatman accepted a $2,000 gift from the Wells Fargo Foundation.
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Dean Kraras joined the Berks Encore Board of Directors in 2012. But as Charter Tour Consultant at White Star Tours and member of the Kraras family, Dean had a strong connection to and understanding of Berks Encore’s mission before his tenure on the Board began. “I
had known a lot about Berks Encore through my father [Chris Kraras], who was on the board for quite a number of years. He had always told me the organization does great things in the community and that they have a strong board and wonderful staff. He recommended to me that I join.”
Both personally and professionally, Dean has found his time on the Berks Encore Board to be tremendously benefi cial. “I feel it is important to give back to the senior market,” Dean says. Knowing, understanding, and helping the seniors of Berks County is of high interest to White Star Tours, as the company serves a large number of seniors. “I have gotten to know some great people on the board who have unique ideas and a wonder-ful vision for the future of our senior market,” he explains.
Dean’s board service has given him a better view of the services Berks Encore offers—and the tremendous demand for
those services. He states, “I continue to be amazed at how many people utilize these services and how well the staff handles the high demand for these services.” Dean is highly active on the Senior Expo committee, playing a huge role in ensuring the event goes on without a hitch.
In addition to his involvement with Berks Encore, Dean is incredibly active in other organizations. He serves on the boards of the Hawk Mountain Council of the Boy Scouts of America, the Van Reed Athletic Association, and Crime Alert Berks County. He is the chapter secretary for the American Hellenic Educational Progressive Association, and a member of the GREP Marketing Committee. This year, he is co-chairing the cocktail party for the Olivet Boys & Girls Club Golf Tourna-ment. Dean is also co-chairman of the Greek Food Bazaar at Sts. Constantine & Helen Church. Dean also volunteers as a youth coach through the Van Reed Athletic Association, and has volunteered in the past as a coach through the YMCA, S.T.A.A., and Liberty Youth Baseball.
Dean lives in Wyomissing with his wife Jen and their chil-dren, Mackenzie, Peyton, Christopher, and Delaney. He’s a huge football, basketball, and baseball fan, and enjoys attending sporting events—especially Philadelphia Eagles games.
BOARD SPOTLIGHT: Dean Kraras
Dean Kraras
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Berks Encore’s Grocery Shopping Program is yet another great service for Berks County’s older adults: it provides those individu-als over 50 years of age who have diffi culty doing their grocery shopping a way to get their groceries. Berks
Encore volunteers try to fi nd a volunteer to do a client’s shopping and deliver an individual’s groceries to his or her home on a weekly or as-needed basis. This program is available through Berks Encore and any local Redner’s Warehouse Markets store in the county. It’s yet another way the agency can help seniors to remain independent in their homes. The program is growing, and is staffed entirely by volunteers.
There are several volunteers who work tirelessly to ensure our Grocery Shopping Program clients receive their groceries. This month we’re featuring one of them, JoAnne Lutz, who volunteers twice a week—and some-times more—to help coordinate the program. Orders are
taken on Mondays, and volunteers like JoAnne make phone calls to coordinate with available volunteers that live close to the client. JoAnne also sends the orders to each individual Redner’s store.
“I’m looking forward to using the program myself,” JoAnne explains, noting that there are many reasons that people may not be able to make it to the grocery store anymore—from not being able to drive to diffi culty reaching to diffi culty lifting items.
JoAnne, a retired secretary, began volunteering for Berks Encore in August 2014, after hearing about the Grocery Shopping Program. At that time, the program had around a dozen clients. Today, the average number of clients served each week is 30. The current pool of active volunteer shoppers numbers about 75 people. Some areas, JoAnne mentioned, desperately need vol-unteer shoppers—including the Boyertown area.
JoAnne’s extensive clerical experience (she has over 40 years’ experience!) comes in handy when creating and managing spreadsheets and interacting with clients and volunteers. JoAnne is active in her local commu-nity as well: she’s an organist and choir director at her local church, and she leads the Muhlenberg Community Chorus, in addition to other activities. Berks Encore is grateful for the amazing work JoAnne and other vol-unteers do to ensure clients can receive groceries each week.
The Grocery Shopping Program is taking new clients. Additionally, the program is always looking for volun-teers to help shop for individuals in their local commu-nity. For more information, call 610-374-3195 or go to http://berksencore.org/services/referrals/grocery-shop-ping-program/.
VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT:
JoAnne Lutz
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AUGUST 20: “Magic Touch”
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Put Your Best Foot ForwardMartha A. Sitler, Vice President of Education
Many adults get frequent checkups, exercise regularly and, in general, try to take good care of themselves, but they neglect caring for their feet. In one study 71% of respondents age 65 or older reported foot pain or problems. Foot injury, disease and neglect are major factors contributing to mobility issues in older adults.
Senior adults tend to experience more problems with their feet than younger people do simply because they have used them longer. Women are four times more likely than men to have foot problems, probably because of years of poor shoe choices, including high heels. Other conditions such as diabe-tes and poor circulation can also affect foot health. Neglecting our feet can result in problems with coordination, balance and gait, all of which increase the risk of falling and a diminished quality of life.
Like other parts of the body, however, good care and mainte-nance can go far in promoting health and ensuring that we can remain mobile and independent as we age.
• Footwear - Make sure that the shoes you wear are the proper size and don’t cramp your toes. Good footwear should provide cushioning for the ball of the foot and support for the posterior tibial tendon (the arch). Heels should be 1” or lower. Flip-fl ops may be OK around the pool, but wearing them forces the toes to overgrip, and they off er no arch support or protection from bumps and bruises.
• Examine and Pamper - Clean and check your feet regularly for any changes or irregularities. Use lotion or cream after bathing to prevent skin from drying, cracking and itching. You can also use a pumice stone to remove excess skin cells, but use it in ONE direction, not back and forth which splits the skin and causes it to grow back rough and scaly. Keep toenails trimmed straight across, not curved, and slightly longer than the tips of the toes. Be sure to keep feet warm and dry; use an antiperspirant if your feet sweat a lot.
• Nutrition - Each foot has 26 bones and 35 joints, so keep them strong by eating a diet rich in calcium and Vitamin D as well as nutrients from fruits and vegetables that reduce infl ammation in the 100 muscles, tendons and ligaments that keep each foot functioning.
• Exercise - Maintain a healthy weight, because each extra pound can increase the pressure on hips, knees and feet by EIGHT pounds. Be sure to wear proper shoes for walking and exercise. Crossing your legs or sitting too long in one position can pinch the peroneal nerve, causing the feeling of numbness or “pins and needles” in your foot. Try to elevate your feet when you are sitting.
• See Your Doctor or Podiatrist - If you notice and changes such as ulcers, sores, cuts, or cracking, talk with your doctor. If you have diabetes, make sure that a thorough foot exam is part of every doctor visit; more than half of all lower limb amputa-tions occur in adults with diabetes. Thick or discolored toenails or peeling or red skin can be signs of a fungal infection. Other common foot problems include bunions, hammertoes, Morton’s neuroma (caused by compression and infl ammation of the nerve between the bones of the third and fourth toes resulting in pain in the ball of the foot and toes that tingle or go numb) and Plantar fasciitis which causes heel pain. Talk with your physician or podiatrist for an accurate diagnosis and plan of treatment.
By the age of 50, most people have walked over 75,000 miles- about three times around the Earth. So if you’re not ready to stay in one place , be sure to put your best foot forward by giving both of them the care they need.
Information from “Footloose and Fancy Free: Caring for Feet as You Age” Comfort Keepers, 2014 CK Franchising, Inc.
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Be Safe in Severe WeatherBy Kristin Danley-Greiner
With severe weather season upon us in the U.S., older adults may be among the most vulnerable victims when disasters strike. That’s why
Home Instead Senior Care, the international caregiving com-pany with more than 800 locations in 15 countries, has issued a disaster safety preparation checklist to help prepare seniors for the possibility of natural disasters.
HOME INSTEAD SENIOR CARE’S DISASTER PREP CHECKLIST FOR SENIORS:
• TUNE IN. Contact the local emergency management offi ce to learn about the most likely natural disasters to strike your area. Stay abreast of what’s going on through your local radio or television.
• TAKE STOCK. Decide what your senior can or can’t do in the event of a natural disaster. Make a list of what would be needed if a disaster occurred. For example, if your loved one is wheelchair-bound, determine an evacuation strategy ahead of time. Prepare for whatever disaster could hit the area.
• TO GO OR TO STAY? When deciding to evacuate, older adults should go sooner rather than later. By waiting too long, they may be unable to leave if they require assistance.
• MAKE A PLAN. Schedule a family meeting to develop a plan of action. Include in your plan key people – such as neighbors, friends, relatives and professional
caregivers – who could help.
• MORE THAN ONE WAY OUT. Seniors should develop at least two escape routes: one to evacuate their home and one to evacuate their community. The local emergency management offi ce can tell you escape routes out of the community.
• MEET UP. Designate a place to meet relatives or key support network people outside the house, as well as a second location outside the neighborhood, such as a school or church. Practice the plan twice a year.
• GET UP AND “GO KIT.” Have an easy-to-carry backpack including three days non-perishable food and water with an additional four days of food and water readily accessible at home. Have at least one gallon of bottled water per person per day. Refresh and replace your supplies at least twice a year. And don’t forget the blanket and paper products such as toilet paper.
• PACK EXTRAS AND COPIES. Have at least a one-month supply of medication on hand at all times. Make ready other important documents in a waterproof protector including copies of prescriptions, car title registration and driver’s license, insurance documents and bank account numbers, and spare checkbook. Also take extra eyeglasses and hearing-aid batteries. Label every piece of important equip-ment or personal item in case they are lost.
• YOUR CONTACT LIST. Compile a contact list and include people on a senior’s support network as well as doctors and other important health-care professionals.
• IF YOU CAN’T BE THERE. If you’re not living close by to help your loved one, enlist the help of family or friends, or contact a professional caregiving company.
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Savings for SeniorsBy State Rep. Mark Rozzi
Finances are tight and many Pennsylvanians are seeking ways to make their dollar go further. While many restaurants and re-tail shops offer discounts to seniors, I’d like to remind you that the commonwealth also provides many discounts and savings programs to older Pennsylvanians.
For those who enjoy hunting and fi shing, the state Fish and Boat and state Game commissions offer discounted licensing fees. Yearly hunting licenses will run just $13.70 and a yearly fi shing license will cost $11.70. A lifetime hunting or fi shing license is also available for $51.70. You can fi nd more informa-tion on how to purchase a fi shing license online, the latest stocking guides, fi shing information by your region and much more, by visiting the Fish and Boat Commission website at www.fi sh.state.pa.us. Game news, state game land maps, and other helpful resources are also available on the Pennsylvania Came Commis-sion website, www.pgc.state.pa.us.
If you’re looking for a fun activity to do with the grandkids, look no further! Pennsylvania’s 117 state parks offer some of the best camping and recreation in the country. Seniors are eligible for a $4.50 discount off the normal daily campsite rate. You can fi nd your closest state park, prices, and other frequently asked questions, as well as make a reservation, at www.dcnr.state.pa.us. Reservations also can be made by calling 1-888-PA-PARKS.
State law requires all dogs over three months to be licensed. Berks County offers seniors a reduced license fee of $6.45 for a male or female dog, or $4.45 for a neutered male or spayed female. Seniors may also purchase a lifetime license fee for reduced rate of $31.45 for a male or female, or $21.45 for a neutered male or spayed female. An annual dog license applica-tion form and listing of locations to purchase a dog license is available on the Berks County website at www.co.berks.pa.us, search: dog licenses.
The state Transportation Department offers retired Pennsyl-
vanians earning less than $19,200 annually a reduced auto-mobile registration rate of $10, compared to the normal $36. Seniors older than 65 may also purchase a two-year license renewal for $19. For motorcycles, a two-year license renewal is $29. You can fi nd more information and renew your registration and license online at www.dot.state.pa.us or write Pa. Bureau of Motor Vehicles, 1101 S. Front St., P.O. Box 68269, Harris-burg, PA 17106 or call 1-800-932-4600.
Don’t feel like driving? Seniors ride for free on the Berks Area Reading Transportation Authority fi xed-route service lines. To participate in the program, you must register with BARTA to obtain a Com-monwealth of Pennsylvania ID Card. A valid ID card can be obtained at the BARTA Spe-cial Services offi ce, 1700 N. 11th St., Read-ing or the BARTA Transportation Center, Eighth and Cherry streets, Reading.
If you have questions about these state discount programs and services, please do not hesitate to contact my offi ce. Additionally, most of the forms for the programs men-tioned above are available at my offi ce for your convenience. My staff and I are happy to help you navigate through any issues with state government.
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Growing Senior Population Deserves ConsiderationBy: Senator David G. Argall (R-Schuylkill/Berks)
Pennsylvania is fortunate to benefi t from the wisdom and experience of many older state residents, as we boast one of the largest senior populations of any state in the nation. However, that distinction also brings certain challenges that must be ad-dressed in order to promote the well-being of seniors.
According to US Census data, Pennsylvania is home to nearly 2.8 million residents age 60 or older. As early as this year, the number of state residents in this age bracket could exceed 25 percent, or about 1 in 4 state residents. As this percentage continues to climb, so too does the demand for services for older residents. Meeting this demand will be one of the most impor-tant budgetary challenges in the next several years.
The PACE and PACENET prescription assistance programs are one of the keystones of Pennsylvania’s strategy to protect the health and fi nancial well-being of seniors. The programs offer low-cost prescription medicines to qualifi ed state residents age 65 and older. Last year, I joined members of the General Assembly in making changes to expand PACE coverage to an additional 8,200 state residents and ensure another 29,000 were protected against losing coverage due to Social Security cost-of-living adjustments. Assistance with PACE and PACENET is available by contacting Berks Encore.
Health care is another vital component of the state’s efforts to improve the quality of life for seniors. Recent changes to Medi-care and health care options under Obamacare have created a great deal of confusion for many state residents. The state offers a free health insurance counseling program specifi cally designed to help seniors with Medicare and long-term care insurance. The APPRISE helpline is available by calling 1-800-783-7067; or contact Berks Encore to speak with an APPRISE counselor.
In addition, one of the highest priorities for many seniors is the ability to retain their independence and remain in their homes. The Living Independence for the Elderly (LIFE) program helps to meet that goal by providing services and sup-ports to suit their needs. The LIFE program is a managed care program that provides a comprehensive, all-inclusive package of medical and support services to participants who are over the age of 55 and eligible for Medical Assistance. More information about the program is available by calling the Long-Term Living Helpline at 1-800-753-8827.
Today’s seniors helped build and fortify the foundation of our Commonwealth through their hard work and ingenuity. We owe it to them to fi nd ways to meet the budgetary challenges of a growing senior population and ensure they can continue to live healthy and vibrant lives well into their golden years.
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Berks Encore @ Nite SeriesOn the second Thursday of each month, Berks Encore’s
staff presents an evening program at St. Joseph Medical Center. The sessions begin at 6:30 p.m. and generally last an hour. Call (610) 374-3195, x208 to register for an up-coming session.
• July 9, 2015 - Long Term Care Options in Berks County – Dot Hartman
• August 13, 2015 - Asset Protection Planning – William Blumer, CELA
• September 10, 2015 - Caring for Your Parents – Dr. Ann Marie Lago, Lori Smith
• October 8, 2015 - Changes to Medicare 2016 – APPRISE Staff
• November 12, 2015 - What You Need to Do Under a POA – William Blumer, CELA
New ProgramsWernersville
Every Friday from 10:15 to 11:15 a.m., beginning June 5 - Zumba Gold with licensed instructor Sherri Freifelder. $4 per class, call Rachel to register, 610-670-1372.
WernersvilleWednesdays from 11 a.m. to noon - FABS Class (Flexibility, Aerobics, Balance, Strength) with licensed instructor Shirley Lutz. $3 per class, free for Healthways/Silver Sneakers/Flex members. Call Rachel to register, 610-670-1372.
A complete listing of Berks Encore @ Nite programs can be found on our website at www.BerksEncore.org. If you are on Facebook, you are encouraged to join the Berks Encore @ Nite discussion.
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Berkshire Commons:** CASINO BUS TRIP**
Tuesday, June 16th – Mohegan SunDeparts Berkshire Commons at 9am
Cost $30 (receive Free slot play, food credit, & more)Photo ID needed, Berkshire Commons 610-779-3993 to R.S.V.P.
**AAA MATURE DRIVING CLASS**
July 22nd & 23rd - 9am to 1pm - New ClassFee for class; Free for Veterans
**Call Berks AAA @ 610-374-4531 for info & to RSVP**
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Visit the On-Going Activities section in the centerfold for more program information, days and times at our senior centers and participating locations.
Berks Encore Miffl in Center 30 Liberty Street, Shillington Center Manager - Kate Sweinhart (610) 777-5577
Berks Encore Birdsboro Center 201 E. Main Street, Birdsboro Center Manager - Patricia Barker (610) 582-1603
Berks Encore Fleetwood Center 109 W. Vine Street, Fleetwood Center Manager - Terry Becker (610) 944-9242
SPECIAL EVENTS 10 @ 10a.m.: Wheat weaving – with Marion. No cost!
15 @ 9 a.m.: Medicare Counseling – Call 610-374-3195 x208 to schedule an appt.
17 @10 a.m.: Bean Bag Baseball. – Join in the fun!!!
19 @ 12:30 p.m.: Lunch Bunch at Valentino’s – (RSVP at Fleetwood Center)
23 @ 9:30 a.m.: Free Blood Pressure Screenings –Courtesy of Berks Visiting Nurse Association
26 @ 10 a.m.: Happy June Birthdays –w/cake
30 @ 10 a.m.: Jack Pot Bingo – ($1)
SPECIAL EVENTS8 @ 9:30 a.m.: iPad/iPhone – How to Class
8 @ 10 a.m. – 12 noon: Massages with Cathy – 15 minutes for $10- Sign up required.
8 @ 10:30 a.m.: Choose to be Happy Free Grocery Store Bingo
9 @ 9:30 a.m.: Summer Reading Kickoff Program – featuring Two of a Kind with the Miffl in Library
10 @ 10 a.m.: Time for Trivia
11 @ 8:45 a.m.: Breakfast Club @ Ranch House
11 @ 10 a.m.: Foot Health Seminar – with Martha Sitler
15 @ 10 a.m.: Monthly Center Meeting
17 @ 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.: Medicare Counseling – with John Vogel- call 610-374-3195 x208 for an appointment.
17 @ 12 noon: Ice Cream Social – $1
24 @ 10 a.m.: Time for Trivia
24 @ 11 a.m.: Lunch Bunch @ Nino’s Restaurant
25 @ 10 a.m.: A Good Night’s Sleep Seminar – with Berks Community Health Center
26 @ 10 a.m.- 12 noon: Blood Pressure and Vitals Screening
SPECIAL EVENTS1 @ 10:30 a.m.: Karaoke Sing a Long – w/ Wendy 2 @ 10:30 a.m.: Put Your Best Foot Forward – with Martha 4 @ 10:30 a.m.: Exercise Fun Here – with Woodland Heights10 @ 10:30 a.m.: Day Trip Fun to Berkshire Commons – Bingo & Lunch, Cost $215 @ 10:30 a.m.: Karaoke Sing a Long – w/ Wendy16 @ 10:30 a.m.: Lunch Bunch – (Car Pooling)17 @ 10:30 a.m.: Health Fun Presentation – with Vicki from Rite Aid18 @ 10:30 a.m.: Fathers Day Crafting Fun – w/ Stacie18 @ 9:45 a.m.: Blood Pressures Screenings – w/ Gail from BVNA19 @ 9 a.m.: Medicare counseling – call 610-582-1603 to schedule an appointment24 @ 10:30 a.m.: Healthy Eats & Fun – w/ Ina from Golden Living25 @ 10:00 a.m.: Serving Brunch – w/ Theresa - ****Donations Appreciated*****26 @ 10:30 a.m.: Bingo Fun – with our friends from Berkshire Commons30 @ 10:30 a.m.: Day Trip to See Our Annie’s Garden – (Car Pooling)
Permanent EventsEvery Mon: 10 a.m.: Sit & Get Fit Class 1 p.m.: Pinochle ClubEvery Tue: 10 a.m.: Dollar Bingo ($1) 1 p.m.: Texas Hold’EmEvery Wed: 9 a.m.: Zumba Gold® ($3) 10 a.m.: Creative Artistry 1 p.m.: Haussie/PinochleEvery Thu: 10 a.m.: Pokeno (bring pennies) Every Fri: 10 a.m.: Dollar Bingo ($1) 1 p.m.: Line Dancing ($4)
Fitness Room: Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m.
Every Thursday: at 2 p.m. Shuffl eboard
Permanent EventsEvery Mon: 9:15 a.m.: Yoga ($20/mo.) 10:30 a.m.: Grocery Store Bingo ($2) 1 p.m.: Tai Chi ($5) 1 p.m.: Card ClubEvery Tue: 10 a.m.: Board Games 11 a.m.: Sit & Get Fit 12 noon: Bowling at Berks Lanes 1 p.m.: Volleyball at Alleghenyville UCCEvery Wed: 9:15 a.m.: Pilates ($20/month) 10:45 a.m.: Zumba ($4)Every Thu: 1 p.m.: Dollar Bingo ($1) 1 p.m.: Volleyball at Adamstown YMCAEvery Fri: 9 a.m.: Bowling at Berks Lanes 10:30 a.m.: Line Dancing ($2) 1 p.m.: Shuffl eboard ($1)
Questions about iPad/iPhones?: Join our How to Class on Monday June 8 at 9:30 a.m.
Have questions or suggestions about activities at the Miffl in Center?: Come to our Monthly Center Meeting on
June 15 at 10:00 a.m. for our group discussion.Save the Date — Thursday July 2
for our Fun-fi lled Fourth Dance Party!
Permanent EventsEvery Tue: 10:15 a.m.: Water Zumba w/ Jolene at the Pool 12 p.m.: Tai Chi w/Jan Gymbore 2 p.m.: Silver Sneaker Class Partnering here with Marcia from ValhallaEvery Thu: 10:15 a.m.: Water Zumba w/ Jolene at the Pool 11:15 a.m.: Sit & Get Fit
BINGO: Every Friday (unless otherwise noted) @ 10:30 a.m.Pinochle: Every Wednesday @ 9:30 a.m. (unless otherwise noted)
Crafts: Tuesdays @ 10:30 (unless otherwise noted) ***Donations Suggested***
First & Third Tuesday of the Month: Blood Pressure Screenings with Sue our Community Nurse
Lunch – June 2 @ 11:45 a.m.: Provided by our friends here at the Birdsboro Community Center (Must RSVP to 610-582-1603 by Thursday May 28)
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AEROBICS – an active, energetic exercise class that strengthens heart and lung function.
• Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays @ 8:30 a.m.Wednesdays @ 10:45 a.m. Senior Cardio SculptBody Works Health and Fitness Club, Temple
• Tuesdays @ 8:15 a.m. Berks Encore - Strausstown $2.00 per class
• Tuesdays @ 9:45 a.m. Berks Encore - Wernersville $3.50 per class
• Tuesdays from 10-11 a.m.Fit and Fabulous with LoriBodyZone Sports & Wellness ComplexPlease call 610-376-2100, ext. 327
AQUATIC FITNESS – a great warm-water workout.
• Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays @ 12:00 noonHealthSouth - Call 610-796-6038$5 (per session) • Registration Required
• Mondays & Wednesdays @ 5:30 p.m.HealthSouth - Call 610-796-6038$5 (per session) • Registration Required
• Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays from 8:00 - 8:50 a.m.Schumo Center - Albright CollegeCall 610-929-6715
• Mondays through Fridays from 9 - 9:50 a.m.Schumo Center - Albright CollegeCall 610-929-6715
ART CLUB – Bring your own supplies and work in any media in a
comfortable and supportive environment.• Wednesdays from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
The Goggleworks $18 per quarterPlease call (610) 374-3195, x225
• Wednesdays from 10 a.m.Creative ArtistryBerks Encore – Fleetwood
ARTHRITIS CLASS – • Tuesdays & Fridays @ 1 p.m.
St. Thomas Church, Bernville$1 (donation per class)Please call 610-488-0374
• Tuesdays @ 10 a.m.Schumo Center - Albright CollegePlease call 610-929-6715
ARTS AND CRAFTS – Create craft items for sale or to take home as gifts.
• 1st & 3rd Wednesday of every month @ 9:30 a.m.Berks Encore – Wernersville
• Tuesdays from 10:30 a.m.Berks Encore – Birdsboro
• Thursdays from 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 noonBerks Encore – ReadingEveryone Welcome!
BILLIARDS – • Mondays through Fridays
from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.Billiards ClubBerks Encore - Reading
BINGO – • Wednesdays & Fridays @ 12:30 p.m.
Berks Encore – Reading3 cards for 25¢.
• Tuesdays and Fridays @ 10 a.m. Berks Encore – FleetwoodCost: $1.00
• Mondays @ 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Berks Encore – Miffl inCost: $2
• Wednesdays @ 12:30 p.m. Berks Encore – Wernersville
• Thursdays @ 11 a.m.Grocery BingoBerks Encore – Reading
• Thursdays @ 1 p.m.Berks Encore – Miffl inCost: $1.00
• Fridays @ 10:15 a.m.Berks Encore – Birdsboro
BOARD GAMES – • Wednesdays from 10:30 – 1 p.m.
Berks Encore – Wernersville• Thursdays @ 9:30 a.m.
Berks Encore – Strausstown
BOWLING – join fellow active seniors for fun and exercise.
• Tuesdays @ 12 p.m. Berks-Colonial Lanes
• Thursdays @ noonHiesters Lanes
• Fridays @ 9 a.m.Berks-Colonial Lanes
CARD CLUBS – • Every Monday @ 1 p.m.
Card ClubBerks Encore – Miffl in
• Every Monday @ 1 p.m.PinochleBerks Encore – Fleetwood
• Every Tuesday @ 12:30 – 3 p.m.CribbageBerks Encore – Wernersville
• Every Wednesday @ 9:30 a.m.PinochleBerks Encore – Birdsboro
• Tuesdays @ 1 p.m.Texas Hold-emBerks Encore – Fleetwood
• Wednesdays @ 9:30 a.m.BridgePlease call 610-670-1372 to play!Berks Encore – Wernersville
• Wednesdays from 12:30 – 3 p.m.Haussie CardsBerks Encore – Wernersville
• Wednesdays @ 1 p.m.Haussie/PinochleBerks Encore – Fleetwood
• Thursdays @ 9:30 a.m.Berks Encore – Strausstown
• Thursdays @ 10 a.m.PokenoBerks Encore – Fleetwood
• Thursdays @ 12:00 noonPinochleBerks Encore – Wernersville
• Fridays @ 12:30 - 3:30 p.m.BridgeKeystone Villa at Fleetwood
• 1st, 3rd & 4th Mondays @ 12:30 p.m.Kings in the CornerBerks Encore – Wernersville
• 1st & 3rd Mondays from 10:30 a.m. – noon PinochleSt. John’s Lutheran Church, Sinking Spring
COMPUTER CLASSES – for Beginners
• Mondays from 10-11:30 a.m.Berks Encore - Reading
• Tuesdays and Thursdays @ 9:30 a.m. Beginner’s Technology Class
Berks Encore - Reading(no fee)
• Call to RegisterBerks Encore - WernersvilleTaught by Conrad Weiser High School StudentsCall 610-670-1372 (no fee)
HEALTHY STEPS IN MOTION – a program designed by the PA Dept. of Aging incorporating
stretching, strength training and mild aerobics to improve balance, strength, coordination, and endurance.
• Mondays @ 9 a.m. Village Library, Morgantown
• Mondays @ 1 p.m. Zion Lutheran Church, Womelsdorf
• Mondays & Thursdays @ 9 a.m. Wyomissing Church of the Brethren, 2200 State Hill Rd, Wyomissing
• Mondays & Thursdays @ 9:30 a.m. St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Hamburg
• Tuesdays @ 10 a.m.Grace Alsace UCC, Kutztown Rd., Reading
• Fridays @ 10 a.m.Advent Lutheran Church, West Lawn
LINE DANCING – whether you are a beginner or just want
to learn the newest steps.• Fridays @ 10:30 a.m.
Berks Encore - Miffl in $1.00 (per class)
• Fridays @ 11:30 a.m. Beginner ClassBerks Encore - Wernersville $20.00 (per quarter)
• Fridays @ 1 p.m. Berks Encore - Fleetwood $4.00 (per class)
DANCE FITNESS – • Mondays @ 9:15 a.m.
Flow & ToneBodyZone Sports & Wellness ComplexPlease call 610-376-2100, ext. 327
• Tuesdays @ 9 a.m. Dance Fitness with LilyBodyZone Sports & Wellness ComplexPlease call 610-376-2100, ext. 327
• Thursdays @ 9:15 a.m.Zumba® GoldBodyZone Sports & Wellness ComplexPlease call 610-376-2100, ext. 327
Berks Encore offers many opportunities for seniors of all ages to enrich their lives, to nurture their talents, and to keep their minds active. The following classes and programs, sponsored by Berks Encore, will be offered during June. Classes are one hour unless otherwise noted. Please check dates and times, or call the Center listed for more information.
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MUSCLE STRENGTHENING – • Fridays @ 10 a.m.
Dance ‘N SculptBodyZone Sports & Wellness ComplexPlease call 610-376-2100, ext. 327
• Tuesdays @ 10 a.m.Fit and FabulousBodyZone Sports & Wellness ComplexPlease call 610-376-2100, ext. 327
MUSIC – • Mondays from 9:30 – 11 a.m.
Horizon Singers/Berks Encore ChorusBerks Encore - Reading
• 1st & 3rd MondaysKaraoke Berks Encore - Birdsboro
• Tuesdays @ 1 p.m.Senior Orchestra Berks Encore - Miffl in
• Wednesdays @ 10 a.m.Ringgold New Horizons Band Alvernia University, Francis Hall, Rm. 104Call (610) 779-8858
• Thursdays from 10-11:30 a.m.Greater Reading Encore Chorale Berks Encore - Miffl inCall (610) 921-2667
• Thursdays @ 11 a.m.Karaoke with Fred, Phyllis & Skip. Berks Encore - Wernersville
PILATES – strengthen your core muscles with “Pill–ah-tays”
• Wednesdays @ 9 a.m.Berks Encore - Miffl in $20.00 (per month)
• Wednesdays @ 10 a.m.The Gym Kutztown – Kutztown PACall 610-683-6465
ROLLER SKATING (ADULTS ONLY) – • Tuesdays & Thursdays @ 1-3 p.m.
Skate to Organ Music. Free coff ee / PepsiFantasy Skating Center. Call 610-929-3147$5.00 (per skater)
SHUFFLEBOARD – Knock the opponent’s disk out of the10 point space!
2 courts available.• Thursdays @ 2 p.m.
Berks Encore - Fleetwood• Fridays @ 1 p.m.
Berks Encore - Miffl in Cost $1.00
SILVER SNEAKERS – • Mondays & Thursdays @ 10:30 a.m.
Silver Sneaker CircuitSchumo Center - Albright CollegePlease call 610-929-6715
• Mondays & Thursdays @ 11 a.m.Silver Sneakers ClassicValhalla Health & Fitness ClubPlease call 610-779-6006
• Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays & Fridays @ 9 a.m.Cardio CircuitThe Gym Kutztown - Kutztown, PAPlease call 610-683-6465
• Tuesdays & Thursdays @ 9:10 a.m.Silver Sneakers Yoga Berks Encore - Strausstown
• Tuesdays & Thursdays @ 10 a.m.Silver Sneakers Yoga StretchValhalla Health & Fitness ClubPlease call 610-779-6006
• Tuesdays @ 10 a.m. , Thursdays at 10:15 a.m.Silver Sneakers CircuitBodyZone Sports & Wellness ComplexCall 610-376-2100, ext 327
• Tuesdays & Thursdays @ 10:15 a.m.Berks Encore - Strausstown
• Mondays @ 9 a.m., Wednesdays @ 10 a.m.Fridays @ 11 a.m.Silver Sneakers ClassicBodyZone Sports & Wellness ComplexCall 610-376-2100, ext 327
• Mondays & Fridays @ 10:45 a.m.Silver Sneakers ClassicBody Works Health and Fitness Club, Temple
• Tuesdays @ 11 a.m., Thursdays @ 11:30 a.m., Fridays @ 10 a.m.Silver Sneakers YogaBodyZone Sports & Wellness ComplexCall 610-376-2100, ext 327
• Tuesdays & Fridays @ 9:45 a.m.Silver Sneakers ClassicThe Gym Kutztown - Kutztown, PAPlease Call 610-683-6465
• Wednesdays & Fridays @ 10:30 a.m.MSROM (Muscular Strength & Range of Movement)Schumo Center - Albright CollegePlease call 610-929-6715
• Mondays @ 10 a.m.Silver Sneakers YogaBodyZone Sports & Wellness ComplexPlease call 610-376-2100, ext. 327
• Tuesdays @ 11 a.m.Silver Sneakers CircuitValhalla Health & Fitness ClubPlease call 610-779-6006
• Tuesdays @ 2 p.m.Berks Encore - Birdsboro
• Wednesdays @ 9 a.m.Total Body Tune-UpBodyZone Sports & Wellness ComplexCall 610-376-2100, ext 327
• Wednesdays @ 11 a.m.Senior Master FitValhalla Health & Fitness ClubPlease call 610-779-6006
• Thursdays @ 10:15 a.m.Silver Sneakers CircuitBodyZone Sports & Wellness ComplexCall 610-376-2100, ext 327
SIT AND GET FIT – good exercise at a slower pace – great for beginners!
• Mondays & Wednesdays @ 9:15 a.m.Balance & Strength TrainingBerks Encore - Wernersville $1.00 (per class due to instructor upon visit)
• Mondays @ 10 a.m. Berks Encore - Fleetwood (no fee)
• Tuesdays @ 11:15 a.m. Berks Encore - Miffl in (no fee)
• Wednesdays @ 9:45 a.m. Berks Encore - Strausstown (no fee)
• Thursdays @ 10:30 a.m. Berks Encore - Birdsboro (no fee)
• Fridays @ 10 a.m. Berks Encore - Reading $3.00 (per class)
STRENGTH TRAINING/WEIGHT RESISTANCE TRAINING –
Improve your posture, balance and endurance with these classes.• Tuesdays & Thursdays @ 9 a.m.
“Fit at 50+” Circuit TrainingSchumo Center - Albright CollegePlease call 610-929-6715.
• Tuesdays @ 2 p.m.Berks Encore - Birdsboro$3.00 (per class)
• Thursdays @ 9 a.m. “Fit at 50+” Cardio IntervalsSchumo Center - Albright CollegePlease call 610-929-6715.
TABLE TENNIS – • Wednesdays @ 1 p.m.
Berks Encore - Strausstown• Thursdays @ 7:30 p.m.
Berks Encore - Wernersville$1.00
TAI CHI – improve your balance and coordination by learning the
graceful moves of this Eastern form of exercise.• Mondays @ 10:45 a.m.
Berks Encore - Strausstown$5.00 (per class)
• Mondays @ 11 a.m.Berks Encore - Wernersville$5.00 (per class)
• Mondays @ 1 p.m.Berks Encore - Miffl in$5.00 (per class)
• Tuesdays @ 12 noonBerks Encore - Birdsboro$5.00 (per class)
• Wednesdays @ 11 a.m.Asian Fusion (blend of tai chi, qi gong and yoga)BodyZone Sports & Wellness ComplexPlease call 610-376-2100, ext. 327
• Thursdays @ 9 a.m.Village Library in Morgantown(fee paid to Library)
• Fridays @ 9 a.m.Qi Gong with Jennifer V.BodyZone Sports & Wellness ComplexPlease call 610-376-2100, ext. 327
VOLLEYBALL – Join the co-ed volleyball games!
• Tuesdays @ 1-3:30 p.m. Allegheny Lutheran Church
• Thursdays @ 1-3:30 p.m. Adamstown YMCA
WALKING CLUB – Enjoy the beautiful, fl at trails of the Wernersville State Hospital grounds.
• Mondays & Wednesdays @ 10 a.m. Berks Encore-Strausstown
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• Mondays @ 9:15 a.m. Berks Encore - MIffl in$20.00 (per month)
• Mondays @ 9:30 a.m. Berks Encore - Strausstown$5.00 (per class)
• Mondays @ 12:30 p.m. Berks Encore - Wernersville$4.00 (per class)
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• Tuesdays & Thursdays @ 10:15 a.m.Berks Encore - Birdsboro$3.00 (per class)
• Tuesdays @ 11:30 a.m.Berks Encore - Wernersville$4.00 (per class)
• Wednesdays @ 9 a.m.Berks Encore - Fleetwood$3.00 (per class) to instructor
• Wednesdays from 9:30-10:15 a.m.Schumo Center - Albright Collegefor Fitness and Well-BeingPlease call 610-929-6715.
• Wednesdays @ 10:45 a.m.Berks Encore - Miffl in$4.00 (per class)
• Thursdays @ 9:15 a.m.BodyZone Sports & Wellness ComplexPlease call 610-376-2100, ext. 327
• Fridays @ 10:30 a.m.Berks Encore - Strausstown
• Fridays @ 11 a.m.Valhalla Health & Fitness ClubPlease call 610-779-6006
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Berks Encore Reading Center FREE & PRIVATE PARKING at Ninth & Court Sts 40 N. 9th Street, Reading Center Manager - Lisa Lorah (610) 374-3195, ext. 214
Berks Encore Strausstown Center 44 East Ave., PO Box 50, Strausstown Center Manager: Angela Knappenberger (610) 488-5770
BERKS ENCORE Wernersville Center Brenner Building #5, Wernersville State Hospital, Wernersville Center Manager: Rachel Kline 610-670-1372
“Billiards” Available: Mon. – Fri. 8 a.m.- 3:30 p.m.Join us for LUNCH!:
Served M-F at 12 noon. Menu available. Must sign up 2 week days in advance. (60 years or older, $2 donation requested)
SPECIAL EVENTS9 @ 10 a.m.: Learn How to Knit 10 @ 11:30 a.m.: Free Blood Pressure Screening – Courtesy of BVNA12 @ 11:30 a.m.: Avoiding Summer Skin Damage – Courtesy of Rite Aid17 @ 10:30 a.m.-12 noon: “Summer Celebration” Music – provided by Bob
Kreitz26 @ 11 a.m.: “Lunch Bunch” at Williams Family Restaurant – (Must RSVP)26 from 9 a.m. – 12 noon: . Free Electronic Device Assistance –Courtesy
of the Berks County Sheriff ’s Offi ce Explorer Post #027. Bring your laptop, iPad, smartphone, iPod, etc. Call Lisa for your 1-hour appt.
NEED MEDICARE COUNSELING? – Call 610-374-3195 x208 to schedule your appointment.
SPECIAL EVENTS1 & 26 @ 1 p.m.: Candy Bingo – Bring a bag of candy and join the fun.5 Center Closed – Packing Meals Only! 9 from 9 a.m. – 12 noon: Medicare counseling – Call 610-374-3195
X 208 for an appointment10 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.: Area Agency on Aging counseling11 & 23 @ 1 p.m.: Pokeno12 @ 10:30 a.m.: Blood Pressure screening – w/St. Joseph’s of Strausstown 17 @ 1 p.m.: Popcorn and a movie19 @ 9:30 a.m.: Rev. Josh with spiritual study19 @ 12 noon: Lunch Bunch @ Blue Marsh Canteen22 @ 12 noon: Pot luck luncheon – Bring a side dish. Main dish provided24 @ 10:30 a.m.: Everybody’s Birthday Party – followed by take out for
lunch 30 @ 12 p.m.: Join us for our monthly ice cream social – Bring a topping.
Ice cream provided.
10 @ 12:30 p.m.: Bingo Prizes – w/ Colleen from Phoebe Berks12 @ 10 a.m.: Bingo prizes – with Linda from BVNA16 from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.: Medicare Counseling – call for appt. 610-
374-3195 ext. 20817 @ 8:30 a.m.: Blood Pressures – w/ Carol Klinger18 @ 10-noon: Shingles Vaccine and Blood pressures checks – w/
Melissa from Rite Aid. Must register by June 12 for Shingles Vaccine with insurance info. to see if covered & intake form/pick up form at center in advance
19 @ 10 a.m.: Bingo prizes – with Peggy Health calls Home care20 from 3 to 5:30 p.m.: Saturday Ballroom Dancing w/ recorded
music – Cost: $2; RSVP w/ Rachel22 @ 12:30 p.m.: Sing along and hot lunch with Wendy – all welcome,
call for lunch23 @ 10 a.m.: Computer help – with Conrad Weiser Students at
Wernersville call to come. 610-670-137224 @ 11:30 a.m.: Blood Pressures – w/BVNA26 from 9 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.: Indoor Flea Market & Picnic and Baked
Goods sale – Donations of fl ea market items and baked goods greatly appreciated.
Permanent EventsEvery Mon: 9:30 a.m.: Berks Encore Chorus Rehearsal 10 a.m.: B asic Computer Instruction (free)Every Tue: 10-12 p.m.: Oldies Dance Party w/ light refeshments 1 p.m.: Free Movie & PopcornEvery Wed: 10 a.m.: Creative Artistry 12:30 p.m.: BINGOEvery Thu: 11 a.m.: Grocery Bingo Every Fri: 10 a.m.: Sit & Get Fit 12:30 p.m.: BINGO
“Whole Health & Wellness Weekly Group”: Every Monday in June @ 1 p.m. What does normal aging look like? Depression & Anxiety do
not need to a part of the aging process. Sponsored by: Threshold Rehab Services. Enjoy light refreshments.
“We Love BINGO Month”: Every Wed. & Fri. @ 12:30 p.m. Bring a friend to Bingo! You and your friend will receive 1 free game!!
“Fitness Room”: Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.- 3:30 p.m.
Permanent EventsEvery Tue: 8:15 a.m.: Basic Aerobics 9:10 a.m.: SS Yoga 10:15 a.m.: SS Exercise
Every Wed: 9:45 a.m.: Sit and Get Fit 10:30 a.m.: Walking club 1 p.m.: Table Tennis
Every Thu: 9:10 a.m.: SS Yoga 10:15 a.m.: SS Exercise
Every Fri: 10:30 a.m.: Zumba Gold
Every Monday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.: State Representative Barry Jozwiak Available to assist with many State
Government Services, Forms & Applications – No appt. necessary
Our Resistance Training Room Is Open: Mon.–Fri. from 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. Stop in anytime for a tour!
Permanent EventsEvery Mon: 9:15 a.m.: Sit & Fit 11 a.m.: Tai Chi 12:30 p.m.: Chair Yoga 1:45 p.m.: DancercizeEvery Tue: 8:30 a.m.: Tai Chi for Arthritis 9:45 a.m.: Aerobics 11:30 a.m.: Zumba Gold 1:30 p.m.: Social dancingEvery Wed: 9:15 a.m.: Sit & Get Fit 11 a.m.: FABS Exercise 12:30 p.m.: Hasenpeff er cards & bingo Every Thu: 9 a.m.: New Asian Fusion exercise 11 a.m.: Karaoke 12 Noon: Pinnochle Every Fri: 10:15 a.m.: Zumba Gold 11:30 a.m.: Line Dancing/Bean bag baseball
SPECIAL EVENTS1 from 9 -11 a.m.: Chair massages – w/Cathy; Call for appt. ($10 /15 min.)10 @ 10 a.m.: Blood pressures – w/Cindy Kline3 & 17 @ 9:30 a.m.: Crafts – w/ Janice4 @ 9:30 a.m.: Low Vision Support Group – w/Mark Levengood,
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Hi to all Seniors: We wish all of you a wonderful summer.April 10 - Past meeting. Attendance was 143 members, who lunched on
delicious pork BBQ sandwiches, chips and beverages, with second help-ings. Everyone enjoyed the entertainment provided by Just Us Trio, who had us singing along and played many tunes that we requested.
April 15 - We thank Patricia Schleicher and Leah Harris for conducting the 2014 Audit of our Club Treasury records, which were in proper order and balanced.
June 10 - Bus to Mohegan Sun Casino departs at 9 a.m.
June 12 - Upcoming Meeting. Our entertainment program will feature the Happy Bombadeers. Some of our members perform with this group. Our lunch will be pre-prdered ham, Italian, and tuna sandwiches, chips, and beverages. We’ll also be selling limited seat tickets for our July 10 catered indoor picnic. Call Leah Harris to place your orders. 610-921-0788.
June 12 - COMMUNITY SERVICE PROJECT. We will “pass the bucket” for voluntary donations from our members to the PA Wounded Warriors Project. This is to THANK these braves soldiers for their service to our country and for protecting all of us. Now it is our time to help them—many of whom have lost limbs or suff er nerve and brain damage and other hardships.
June 21 - HAPPY FATHER’S DAY TO ALL GENTS.
We thank our Chaplain, Avalion Bossler, who provides our inspirational invocation each month. Thanks also to all of our members for their help and attendance at our monthly meetings
SENIOR CLUB OF LAURELDALEand on our bus trips, which is why our senior club remains so great after approximately 40 years in existence. June 30 - Bus for Mystery Tour departs at 8 a.m.
Our trips are fun and well-organized, and are open to the public. We still have a few seats open for the following dinner/theatre trips, departing from Temple. Reserve with Helen 610-929-2412. July 29 - Rainbow, comedy.
August 25 - Bird-in-Hand, musical.
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Calling all 1930-1955 Reading High Graduates! Join us for LUNCH and MUSIC by JEFF KRICK at our
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The Hilltoppers had the pleasure of having John Forster, pianist, play a few songs for us before the April business meet-ing. Following the business portion of the meeting, James Gress did a slide presentation on Alaska. The beautiful photos of our 49th state included landscapes, wild animal life, and the major cities and towns.
Columbia Cottage provided the refreshments for the afternoon. A delicious treat of sundaes and cookies was enjoyed by all.
Our last program before the summer break will be: June 4, 11:30 a.m. - Annual picnic at Mohnton Park. Catered chicken
luncheon served at 12 p.m. The activities will include games, bingo, a book exchange, and a concert by the Ringgold New Horizons Band.
Looking forward to fall, the fi rst two programs are:September 3 at 1 p.m. - Auction. Come for an afternoon or fun as items
brought by members are auctioned. October 1 at 1 p.m. - Halloween Party. Come dressed in costumes. Prizes will
be awarded.
Our fi nal trip before summer break is: June 17 - PA State Capitol and Lake Tobias Wild Life Park. Cost: $38.
Our September trip is to be announced. October 21 - American Treasures Tram Tour. Tour the Nickelodeon Room,
Vintage Car Collection, and Toy & Kaliope Annex. After the included luncheon, we will travel to Chalfont to see Byer’s Choice. Cost: $59.
November 18 - American Music Theatre. Christmas Show and Hershey Farms Restaurant, family-style meal. Cost: $78.
Please contact our travel leader, Jeanne Lorah (717-336-
PRIME TIMERS OF ZION’S CHURCH, HAMBURG
This spring the Prime Timers of Zion’s Church, Hamburg, have been quite busy.
The Tuesday Action Group completed their course on Spiri-tual Warfare by David Jeremiah. They will not meet for Bible study over the summer months, although they will continue to have a social get together. The Tuesday Bible studies will recon-vene on September 8.
Recently the Prime Timer group has been busy with bus trips - traveling to Bird in Hand Restaurant and Theatre to see the production of “Josiah for President” and the Landis Valley Vil-lage and Farm Museum followed by attendance at the American Music Theatre.
The June breakfast at Perry Restaurant will be held on Saturday, June 6, 9:00 a.m. On June 18 the group will visit the PA Opera to see the production “Elvis at 70 and the Andrews Sisters Tribute.”
From June 24-28 Prime Timers will join with youth in attend-ing the Creation Festival in central PA. Other upcoming events include: Zion’s Z-World event, July 27-31 and attendance at the Dutch Apple Theatre to see “Oklahoma” on July 22.
Zion’s Prime Timers with June Birthdays are:
Dean AdamDennis AdamCindy BashoreDawn ChristmanWillard DreibelbisMarie FaustMargie GeistLee GouglerLinda GouglerKaren Hartz
Cheryl HermanLloyd KehlStephen KingBetty KreiderErnest MillerBeverly SanderCliff ord Schaeff erMiriam Schaeff erDorothy SchappellGene Schappell
Gery SchappellLinda SchlegelDennis SchwoyerWilliam StricklerJanice StruckLinda StumpLinda WannerLarry Werner
HILLTOPPERS OF GOUGLERSVILLE2499) for trip information and reservations.
The Hilltoppers meet on the fi rst Thursday of the month at 1 p.m. at Wyomissing UCC, 2 Vermont Road in Gouglersville. Please note that some meetings begin at 12 p.m. because a lunch is served. We welcome new members and visitors.
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GAS UTILITIES SENIORSJuly the 4th: Independence Day!Flags Fly – Fireworks – Picnic and Displays of patriotism – a
fun day for everyone! We celebrate – each of us chooses how—that says is all—free to act as individuals. We are so fortunate to live in the U.S.A.—with all of its faults—it is the best place on the face of the earth. May God bless us all.
At our April meeting, we tapped feet and sang with a lively group: “Sonny and the S.O.S. Gang.”
On Tuesday, July 21, we gather at the Shrine Complex for our annual picnic—always a fun-feast!
There is no August meeting. September meeting will feature Sterling with his Accordian.
TRIPSWednesday July 15 - Resorts Casino at Atlantic CityThursday August 6 - “Twist and Shout” at Hunterdon Playhouse Wednesday September 9 - “Over the River and Through the Woods” at the
Rainbow TheatreThursday September 24 - “Live at the Sands” at Penn’s Peak—it’s a tribute to
the Rat Pack
Phone June Kunkelman, 610-921-0577, with any questions about trips.
OPEN MEMBERSHIP: Meetings at 1 p.m. on the third Tuesday of each month. Exceptions are July picnic, August and the Christmas Party. We meet at St. John’s Reformed Church, located at 4001 Penn Ave, Sinking Spring.
Any general questions? Phone Jackie at 610-921-0577
TUCKERTON NIFTY-FIFTY CLUBOur business meeting starts at 11:15 a.m. on the second Mon-
day of the month at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church. The April 13 meal was our pot luck luncheon. Everyone
brought an item as admission to a great lunch. As usual it was delicious.
Alan Wenrich, Chairman of the pot luck luncheon, did a good job getting it organized in a shorter time frame than usual. He had to work quickly, because we had no meetings in January and February due to ice and snow.
Barry Surran sang familiar songs for our entertainment. We enjoyed the program.
Our bus trips started on April 28. The fi rst trip was to the American Music Theatre. The program was music to inspire you. It featured beautiful inspirational songs. We ate at the Golden Corral.
Marilyn Daniels, Trip Coordinator, has room on the buses for two trips at this point in time. They are to the Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre on June 25 for “Oklahoma” and the Mystery Trip on September 9. The cost to see “Oklahoma” is $62 and the Mystery Trip costs $70.
Call Marilyn Daniels at 610-929-5465 to come with us. Her trips are well-organized and fun.
Leah Eckenroth, Secretary/Publicity
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At the March meeting of the Golden Seniors of Spies Church, members arrived carrying bags of Easter candy. The candy would later be used to fi ll two styles of Easter Baskets members would construct for patients at the Lebanon VA Hospital. Directions were given by member Anna Wingert and the members went to work tracing, cutting, gluing and decorat-ing bunnies and baskets. The baskets were fi lled with the candy donated by members and then wrapped in clear plastic and tied with ribbon. Six members traveled to the VA hospital on April 2nd to deliver the 70 baskets. The volunteer service workers told us they don’t ever remember receiving Easter Baskets for the patients before. It made our members very happy that they
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Members of the Golden Seniors of Spies Church assemble Easter baskets.
HAMBURG SENIOR CITIZENSOur June meetings are as follows:
June 10 - We will have our banquet at at 12 p.m. in the Hamburg Area Middle School Cafeteria. Please bring a non-perishable food item to be given to the Northern Berks Food Pantry. Our Banque t committee is comprised of Bea Dennecoff , Erna Fortesque, Dorothy Balthaser, Nancy Englehart, and Mary Keim. We will play bingo following the banquet.
June 24 - Pastor Timothy Ceaver will sing and play his guitar at 2 p.m. in the middle school cafeteria.
Gloria Kramer, Publicity/Reporter
GOLDEN SENIORScould thank the veterans of our Armed Services in such a spe-cial way. One member was quoted as saying, “It makes my heart happy to help them.”
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BLANDONHappy Father’s Day to ALL FATHERS!
Thursday, April 2 - 41 Seniors boarded the Elite Coach with Andy, our driver, as we headed for the Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre to see the show “Funny Girl,” but our fi rst stop was at Edwards Nuts and Candy Co., for some of those delicious nuts and sweets! Then, it was on to the Dutch Apple! Everyone had a good meal and all enjoyed the great show!
April 8 meeting - Shirley Frazer, Attendance Chairperson reported: We had one guest today: David Gehret! We are defi nitely going on the BIG TRIP across Tennessee, Asheville, North Carolina, Pigeon Forge & Nashville! We still have openings if anyone is still interested. Attendance was 62 plus one guest! Refreshments were provided by the following: Jack Holubec, Howard & Arlene Ruhf, Betty Reber, fi lling in for Arlene Ruhf and Bernie Essig! Entertainment was provided by LeRoy Fegley. From his early childhood and up to the present day, he is a fan of Hopalong Cassidy. LeRoy told us the entire story of William Boyd, who played the character up until his death-- a very interesting story of some unknown facts! Thank You, LeRoy!
April 22 meeting - Cards were sent out to the following: Get Well to Arlene Ruhf, Paul & Dorothy Weller; Birthday to Emily Cramer for her 95th and Bertha Gechter, 96th; Thinking of You to Richard & Melva Wise. Today’s attendance was 57! Refreshments were provided by the following: Shirley/Neal Berger, Dolores/Herb Dorney & Sylvia/Glenn Knouse! Thanks Guys for those huge apple fritters! The program was presented by the Miller Brothers + 1 from the Virginville area. All fi ve brothers grew up on a farm and there was one sister. Brothers Lester,
the oldest, Brother Richard, Neil Merkel (the +1, fi lling in for Brother Russell, who was ill and not able to be present for this program), Brother Robert and Brother Bill! The Brothers entertained us with fi ve beautiful voices singing in Pa. Dutch and English! Told some very good jokes and also put on two little acts, from what they learned back in their good old school days! Thank You, Miller Brothers, plus Neil, for a most enjoyable program!
REMINDER: Our Club meets on the 2nd & 4th Wednesday of the month, at the Maidencreek Church, along Route 73, on Main Street. If you are 55 years of age, or older, with a yearly dues of $5.00 a year, you are more than “welcome” to join us, for a visit, or to join our Club. Hope to see you there!!!
Respectfully submitted,Shirley L. Readinger-Ziegler, Club Secretary
Happy Birthday Wishes go out to our June Seniors:
01: Ernest Solomon
02: Pearl Schaff er
03: Dolores Rutkosky Russell Rhoads
07: Doris Koenig
10: Shirley M. Frazer
12: Shirley B. Readinger
17: Pearl(Dolly) Shuman Donald P. Glass
20: Joan Rothenberger
21: Paul Weller, Jr.
22: Frank Szoke
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FOXWOODS CASINO -GREAT CEDAR HOTEL(Includes Lodging at the Great Cedar Hotel, Foxwoods Casino $20 Slot Play, Visits to Mohegan Sun Casino & Foxwood Tower Casino, Tour of Providence Rl, Boat Ride in Newport, 6 Meals w/Casino Vouchers)June 21-24 (4 Days) ...............................................................................$439.00
BRANSON, MISSOURI(Includes Overnights, Tour of College of the Ozarks, 8 SHOWS including Dutton Family, Mickey Gilley, Brett Family, Billy Dean, Yakov Smirnoff, “Red, Hot, & Blue”, Presentation of Molly Brown, Barbara Fairchild; Tour of MarkTwain’s Boyhood Home, Mississippi River Cuise, Tram Tour at Dogwood Canyon Nature Park, Tram to top of Gateway Arch w/Tour, 16 Meals incl.Lambert’s Cafe & a Picnic)June 21-28 (8 Days) ..........................................................................$1,149.00
NIAGARA FALLS, ONTARIO, CANADA(Includes Tour of Niagara area & Niagara-on-the-Lake, Weiland Canal, Floral Clock, FX Chocolates, Meals)June 22-26 (5 Days) (Tour of Toronto, Casa Loma, Harbor Cruise, Hornblower Cruise, Fallsview Casino, 8 Meals Including Skylon Tower & “Oh, Canada, Eh?!” Dinner Show) .....................................$736.00
PITTSBURGH EXPRESS(Includes Tour of Pittsburgh, Nationality Rooms, Heintz Memorial Chapel, Cathedral of Learning, Gateway Clipper Cruise, Phipps Conservatory & Botanical Gardens, Duquesne Incline, “Fallingwater”, Flight 93 Memorial, 4 Meal incl Grand Concourse)July 6-8 (3 Days) ......................................................................................$429.00
NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE(Includes Tour of Nashville & Parthenon, Johnny Cash Museum, Country Music Hall of Fame, Grand Ole Opry, Texas Troubadour Theater, Belle Meade Plantation Tour, 8 meals incl. Nashville Nightlife Dinner Theatre)July 19-24 (6 Days) ................................................................................$700.00
“JOSEPH” IN LANCASTER, PA-DAY TRIP(Includes “JOSEPH” at the Millennium Theatre, Kitchen Kettle Village, & Shady Maple All-You-Can-Eat Smorgasbord)Wednesday, July 22 (Day Trip) ........................................................$129.00
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CASINO TRIPS FOR 2015 – Date, time, and pice subject co change. BUS LEAVES AT 9:30 a.m. ALL TRIPS
Tuesday, June 9 - Delaware Park $28
Tuesday, July 7 - Atlantic City (Resorts) $33
Tuesday, August 11 - Harrah’s (Chester) $28
Tuesday, September 8 - Mt. Airy $28
Tuesday, October 13 - Mohegan Sun $28
Tuesday, November 10 - Harrah’s (Chester) $28
Tuesday, December 8 - Sands $28
Contact Joyce A Kozlowski for updates and seating arrange-ments. Home 610-929-5362 • Cell 610-750-20072015 DAY TRIPS PREVIEW
June 25 - Spirit of Philadelphia Cruise with Tall Ships $75
September 10 - Hunterdon Hills $77
November 17 - Hunterdon Hills $87
Please call Arlene Kunstek for reservations: 610-921-1515
PARISH-DANA RETIREESSummer is on its way — any day now. Shorts. Flip-fl ops. Tank
tops. I can hardly wait. With that in mind, you defi nitely want to attend our fi nal luncheon meeting (until September) on Thursday, June 4. All Parish-Dana retirees and former employ-ees (management and union) are encouraged to attend. Where? At Wegman’s Family Restaurant, 4401 Pottsville Pike (Route 61) in Reading. The private meeting/dining area is located on the lower level. Please use the rear entrance. Ample parking is provided.
Social gatherings commence at 11 a.m. — or earlier, if you are anxious — and conclude at approximately 1:30 p.m. The hot meal is served buffet-style precisely at noon. June’s sumptuous fare will include: pork chops slathered in gravy, freedom fries, succulent red beets, salad with bacon dressing, rolls/butter. M-m-m m-m-m. Dessert will be...you know.
Our speaker will be Kathy Grim from Blue Marsh. Her presentation is entitled, “Tulpehocken — Land of the Turtle.” Everyone will receive a small turtle. Not! (This isn’t Oprah Winfrey.) However, a prize will be awarded for the best feath-ered headdress.
REMINDER: Time is running out. If you haven’t purchased your ticket for the annual picnic (Thursday, June 25), please do so post haste. They are selling like hotcakes—or scrap metal from the Parish stor-age yard. This year the picnic will be held at Maier’s Grove in Blandon. It is located on Grove Road, no less. Directions are printed on the tickets. Look for signs—and black and white balloons. You›ll love it there. (I’ll bring the horseshoes.)
Questions/suggestions may be directed to Larry Jambeau: [email protected].
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August 11, 2015 - Brace yourself for the ultimate day of chocolate indulgence! You’ll sample chocolate all over Havre de Grace & Bel Air, MD, enjoy a lunch at one of the fi ne restaurants in Port Deposit (with a chocolate dessert of course), and enjoy a step-on-guided tour of the area, including the Conowingo Dam, where we may get a sighting of Bald Eagles. Don’t miss out on this exciting tour!
*Fall in the Hudson River Valley — New York – October 6–8, 2015 - Join us for a memorable fall adventure in the Hudson River Valley, New York’s American Masterpiece! Along with celebrating the brilliant colors of autumn in the valley, you will enjoy a scenic boat ride, tours of historic homes & mansions, discover a premier culinary college, trace America’s footsteps at West Point Academy, and much more!
All trips subject to change. Additional fl yers to be distributed for each destination.
MEMBERS WANTED! — Any retiree or surviving spouse of a retiree from any First Energy Company is invited to join. We have six general meetings, several bus trips, two picnics, and two luncheons each year. Annual dues are only fi ve dollars. Contact Sandy Myskowski – Phone 610–678–9374 or Email [email protected]
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NATIVITY 50+ Nativity 50+ meets at 12:00 p.m. in Sweitzer Hall, Nativity
Lutheran Church at 13th and Amity Streets the third Thursday of the month.
The program for June 18 will be our annual picnic and Bingo. Tickets were sold at our May meeting for $5.00. The menu will include hot dogs, potato salad, ha mburger barbecue, chips, cake and ice tea.
BERNVILLE YOUNG AT HEART The Bernville Young At Heart met at the Bernville Grange
Hall on Wednesday April 15 with 69 members and three guests present. Dessert was enjoyed before the meeting and Karl Haus-eman presented a terrifi c program to conclude our day.
The next meeting on Wednesday June 17 at the Bernville Grange Hall with Desserts at 12 p.m. will feature Conlin Kerch-ner and his terrifi c banjo.
There is still room for people on most of our trips. For info call the Graeffs at 610-488-6898.
Everyone is invited and questions will be answered by call-ing 610-488-1400.
June Birthdays:4 Beatrice Achey9 Joyce Kline11 Gladys Weidman14 Stephanie Troutman
16 Dorothy Hoff man17 Ruth Barnett17 Forrest Wagner24 Scarlett Seifrit
SHOEY SENIORSJune: the beautiful summer month. All the wildfl owers are
blooming and the sun shines to warm the earth. As L.M. Montgomery said, “I wonder what it would be like to
live in a world where it was always June.”The Shoemakersville Club meets every Tuesday at 1 p.m.
at the Shoemakersville Fire Company Banquet Hall. Annual dues for the year 2015 are fi ve dollars. A two-dollar donation is requested for each meeting you attend. We welcome visitors and hope they enjoy our meetings and decide to become members.
Our monthly Casino Trips (the fi rst Wednesday of each month) and Special Trips are always a big success. For addition-al information or questions call Marlene Kline at 610-562-8364. Many of our Casino Trips are loaded with extras. Upcoming Casino Trips are: June 6 - Delaware Park Casino
July 1 - Hollywood Casino
Contact Marlene Kline at 610-562-8364 for the following Special Trips: July 16 - PA Opry, Mercersburg, PA – Elvis Show with a tribute to the
Andrews Sisters
September 17–18 - Trip to Pittsburgh
December 10–11 -Turning Stone Casino – Verona, NY
Contact Betty Wolfe at 610-926-5821 for the following trips:June 1–3 - Wildwood, New Jersey
November 8–16 - Trip to Branson and the Ozarks in Missouri
Happy Birthday and Happy Anniversary to all our members who have these special events in June. I apologize for any missed birthdays or anniversaries.
Janet Craley, Correspondence Secretary
June Birthdays:Dorothy BechtelJudy BoltJanet BurkhartVivian BurnishCharles EmerichPatricia EmerichEthel Faust Janet FisherBarbara Gromlick
Miriam HassBarbara HennLester HenryRuth LevanPeggy LiebPauline LockwoodDorothy NesterEsther ReinselArlene Rickenbach
Elsie RothenbergerCliff ord SayerMarilyn SeamanMildred ShollenbergerArlene SmithJean SmithMartin Tiderman
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ST. CATHARINE OF SIENNA 50+ CLUB NEWS
Come join us for our monthly meetings, our meetings are held at 1:00 P.M. on the fi rst Wednesday of every month at St. Catharine’s Social Hall on Route 562 in Exeter Township, dues are $5.00 per year. We always welcome new members. JUNE 3 - Outdoor Picnic and Bingo at Exeter Community Park from Noon
until ???? Cost: $15.00 members, $20.00 non-membersJULY 1 - Speaker: Cindy Kauff man, History of the Pagoda –
Italian SandwichesAUGUST 5 - Singer: Brian Dreibelbis will entertain us, singing & playing
guitar, 50’s & 60’ music. Make Ice Cream Sundaes
2015 TRAVEL PLANSTALL SHIPS, PHILADELPHIA / CAMDEN - Friday, June 26 Cost: $76.00HUNTERDON HILLS PLAYHOUSE - Wednesday, July 15: TWIST & SHOUT, Cost:
$95.00 RIVER LADY LUNCH CRUISE - Tuesday, August 18: Tuckerton Seaport and
Baymens Museum, Price LaterLONG ISLAND – HAMPTON, NY - September 24, 25, 26
Cost: $455.00, $50.00 deposit requiredSPLIT ROCK LODGE - Wednesday, October 14: Lake Harmony, PA
Cost: $78.00 Mount Airy Casino - Monday, November 9: Barbra and Frank Show
Cost: $80.00Sands Casino - Wednesday, December 9: Tony Orlando Show Cost: $75.00
For reservations or trip information, please contact Nancy Hoy at 610-779-5409 or Marniece Lepore at 610-603-9023
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BLANDON SENIOR CITIZENS:Jerry & Jean DeTurk 59 YearsClaude & Marie Ohlinger 50 YearsFred & Janet Williams 14 YearsGlenn & Sylvia Knouse 57 YearsBerrnard M. & Shirley M. Frazer 58 YearsEmory & Anna Mae (Cookie) Meck 54 YearsJay & Jeanette Burkert 56 YearsStanley G. & Pearl F. Schaffer 64 Years
BERNVILLE SENIOR CITIZENS: Barbara & George Eisenbrown 66 YearsDiane & Arthur Wessner 55 YearsJune & Robert Spatz 50 YearsBetty & Barry Himmelberger 57 YearsDawn & Russell Weidman 41 YearsCarol & Paul Balthaser 51 YearsJoyce & Paul Zerbe 52 Years
PRIME TIMERS OF ZION’S CHURCH, HAMBURG: Randy & Deanna Bond 36 YearsWillard & Shirley Dreibelbis 60 YearsDavid & Debra Frederick 20 YearsWayne & Mary Freeman 57 Years
Byron & Kay Fritz 36 YearsBarry & Karen Hoffman 41 YearsLeslie & Nancy Hoffman 32 YearsPaul & Catherine Kaley 27 YearsClyde & Sharon Kershner 49 YearsLee & Sara Kline 57 YearsCarl & Marilyn Miller 66 YearsRobert & Cynthia Moyer 21 YearsRichard & Dorothy Schappell 56 YearsDennis & Diane Schwoyer 45 YearsPaul & Marie Sholl 38 YearsLee & Linda Stump 51 YearsRandell & Denise Trite 37 YearsWayne & Linda Wanner 50 YearsJames & Faye Weidenhammer 52 YearsDavid & Christine Williams 32 Years
SHOEY SENIORS:Peggy and William BiehlJune and Ronald BordnerMarg and Wayne FreemanMiriam and Ronald HassFaye and Lester HenryMarian and Chester KauffmanMarlene and Daniel KlineArdell and Richard KringMabel and Lloyd SeamanDoris and Richard Stoudt
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WEST LAWN SENIORSGreetings from West Lawn Seniors, We start the month of
June with our trip to Doolans on June 25. There we will enjoy a delicious meal and a show called “Heavenly Concert.” Our club is always ready for fun and trips. With our 2015 membership campaign, the dues are only $5 per year, which is open to all.
Our regular meeting will be June 2, the fi rst Tuesday of the month with entertainment by a representative from Keystone Villa, with refreshments. Our social meeting is on Tuesday, June 16 and will include Bingo, games, and refreshments.
There are no meetings planned for the month of July or Au-gust. Our Picnic for members will be July 28. Our all-day picnic is a fun-fi lled day of food and activities.
We meet at the West Lawn Community Center, of the West Lawn United Methodist Church, Located at Woodside and Noble Streets in West Lawn.
The trip committee has prepared the trip schedule for 2015. Sign up for all trips starts at 12:00 p.m. until the meeting
starts at 1:00 p.m. Note that all trips are on a fi rst come, fi rst served basis; members fi rst, than open to the public in general.
Please consider going on our trips this year. The list of our coming trips for 2015 includes:June 25 - Doolans Heavenly Concert!
July 23 - Hunterdon Hills “Twist & Shout”
August 20 - Allenberry Playhouse “South Pacifi c”
September 25 - Mystery Trip
October 24 - Bahama Cruise
November 19 - American Music Theater “Christmas 2015”
Note: Our Bus trips include a meal.
Come join us, our membership is open to all. For more information and trip details, call Clara Koch @ 610-678-2123 or Barbara Messner @ 610-678-1961.
LEAGUE OF GOLDEN AGERSWe hope you are all enjoying this spring weather and
are planning to have a nice summer. We will have been to Woodlock Pines Resort of May 5th, and will be traveling to the Catskills June 9 through June 12. There are still upcoming trips that you can join us on: July 14 we will have a tour of four snack companies, receive samples, and enjoy our lunch at the Roosevelt Tavern (this was once suspected to be a speakeasy). Cost is $72. On August 5 we will have our annual Mystery Tour, cost is $89. On September 2 we will visit Jim Thorpe, visit the cemetery where he is buried and the old jail, have lunch, and go shopping. Cost is $85. October 7 we travel to Hunterdon Hills to see another of their wonderful shows entitled “Social Security.” Cost is $85. If you are interested in any of these tours, call Marian Freet at 610-777-9741. Our meetings are held the second and fourth Wednesday of the month at St. John’s Parish House in Mohnton.
If you like to play bingo, bring your lunch and join us for some fun and fellowship.
Susan Messner, Secretary
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