News for seniors: computer classes begin at Hatton
The Allen Center for Senior Citizens
1404 S. Charles St., South Baltimore
410-685-6224
Monday, June 11, 9:30 a.m., Trip Talk, free.
10 a.m., Stretching with Nina, free.
10:30 a.m., “Spanish, Anyone?” with José.
11 a.m., Board games, free.
12:45 p.m., Monday bingo, fee.
Tuesday, June 12, 9:30 a.m., Trip Talk, free.
10:30 a.m., Nutrition workshop with Paula, free.
12:45 p.m., Tuesday Afternoon Bingo Plus.
Wednesday, June 13, 9 a.m., Crafts with Karen, free.
10:30 a.m., Morning yoga, free.
11 a.m., Board games, free.
12:45 p.m., Dance class, free.
Friday, June 8, 10 a.m., Moving with Nina, free.
11:15 a.m., Bible Study Class, free.
11:30 a.m., Board games, free.
12:45 p.m., Friday entertainment, fee.
Upcoming trips:
June 20, Harrah’s Chester Casino day trip.
Oct. 27-Nov. 4, Biloxi and New Orleans.
John Booth Senior Center
229-1/2 S. Eaton Street, Highlandtown
410-396-9202
Friday afternoon bingo is from 12:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m. Cost $2 for six cards (extra cards available-3 for 25 cents), 20 plus games of bingo.
Activities are as follows:
June 6: Taste of India (Part of our Heritage Luncheons) at 11:30, $2.50. Call for reservations.
Members Meeting, 1 p.m., SSA Singers to perform at 1:30 p.m.
June 13: Crab Feast through Eating Together in Baltimore & Luau Party will begin at 11:30 a.m. Cost is $15.00 for members. Each person will be guaranteed 6 crabs in addition to the great lunch. Luau snacks will be provided beginning at 1 p.m. Dress for the luau. Have your pictures taken on our ‘cruise’ ship. Reservations must be made by June 6.
Friday Bingo continues through the summer months, from 12:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m. There is a $2/person cost for this activity. Join us for some cool summer fun.
The Hatton Center
Fait and Linwood avenues, Canton
410-396-9025
Thursday, June 7: Video exercise at 9:30 a.m.; computer class Part 1 at noon, but no movie, aerobics or pinochle today. The Long and Foster luncheon begins at noon; reservations are required.
Friday, June 8: Bingo starts at 1 p.m.
Monday, June 11: People going on the Midway trip leave at 8:30 a.m., the exercise/walking group begins at 9:30, and lunch will be served at 11:30.
Tuesday, June 12: Farmer’s Market vouchers will be distributed from 9 a.m.-noon. Lunch will be served at 11:30 a.m., computer class is held from noon-1:30 p.m., and yoga classes are from 4:45 to 9 p.m.
Wednesday, June 13: Health and Fitness is set for 10 a.m. The topic is medication reactions. Eating Together is set for 11:30 a.m. Art class is at noon.
The Baltimore City Commission on Aging (CARE) is sponsoring a Senior Public Hearing on Thursday, June 14 from 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at the Sandtown Winchester Senior Center, 1601 Baker Street. Learn about CARE’s budget, the Eating Together program, the caregiver support program, the new Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit, and other services for seniors. Call the Hatton Center at 410-396-9025 to reserve a lunch.
Eligibility requirements for the Farmer’s Market vouchers are stricter this year and have been set by the Federal Government. Recipients must be 60 years or older and already enrolled in one of the following programs: Qualified Medicare Beneficiary Program (QMB); Special Low Income Beneficiary Program (SLMB); Primary Adult Care Program (PAC); Supplemental Security Income (SSI); EXTRA HELP with Medicare Prescription Drug Program; Medical Assistance (Medicaid); Senior Employment Program (Title V); or Foster Grandparents Program. To receive the farmer’s market voucher bring proof with either a card or letter from any of these programs. Farmer’s Market voucher distribution is scheduled for Tuesday, June 12 from 9 a.m.-noon at the Hatton Center.
Summer trips for seniors
The following trips (and others) benefit Sr. Julietta Siedlecka School in Poland:
June 10 to Delaware Park Racetrack and Casino with races and casino opening 1 p.m.
July 6 to Atlantic City, N.J.
Aug. 5 to Delaware Park Racetrack and Casino with races and casino opening 1 p.m.
Sept. 7 to Dover Downs, Del.
Sept. 9 to Cherry Hill, N.J. Polish Festival. Call in advance for information on all trips: Gloria 410-276-1025.
