Welcome
HERE'S WHAT'S HAPPENING IN SEPTEMBER
THE SENIOR CENTER WILL BE CLOSED:
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 FOR THE FALL FLING
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GARDEN CLUB
WEDNESDAYS SEPTEMBER 12 AND SEPTEMBER 26 AT 1:00 PM. Weather permitting we will meet and work on the patio. See you there, bring your energy.
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VALLEY FORGE CASINO
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 17 (Cut-off date MONDAY, OCTOBER 15) THE OFFER FOR THE GROUP IS $20.00 IN SLOT PLAY: TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THIS OFFER YOU MUST COMPLETE REGISTRATION FORM AVAILABLE AT THE SENIOR CENTER OR ON OUR WEBSITE AT WWW.UMSSC.ORG. If you are planning to take the Shuttle, please register in advance. Shuttle departs the center at 9:30 AM and returns at 2:30 PM. For those driving, please meet in the Casino lobby between 9:30 AM and 10:00 AM. THE RAMBLER NOW MAKES A STOP AT THE CASINO. Everyone must bring a valid photo ID.
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OUTREACH
Representative Tim Briggs’ aide will be here on Thursday, OCTOBER 11 from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
Senator Daylin Leach's aide will be here on Thursday SEPTEMBER 27 from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM. SEPTA passes can be obtained at this time.
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LEARN COMPUTER BASICS
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 FROM 11:30 AM TO 12:30 PM
Sangeetha Srinivasan, Program Coordinator for UM Township Library will teach computer basics. SIGN UP SHEET IN THE LOBBY.
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BLOOD PRESSURE CHECK (Note new time)
THURSDAY OCTOBER 11 AND OCTOBER 25 FROM 9:45 AM TO 12:45 PM (only one time this month) our favorite Nurse Lori Gnacek from Bryn Mawr Hospital/Main Line Health will be here to check your blood pressure for free.
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WELCOME BACK FRIDAY FLICKS!
NOTE: MOVIE SELECTION HAS BEEN CHANGED: FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 21 - SICILIAN DELIGHT PIZZA ($3.00) AT 11:30 AM - MOVIE (FREE) STARTS AT 12:15 PM Coordinator Don McCree. THIS MONTH "THE POST" starring MERYL STREEP AND TOM HANKS.
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NOSTALGIA DAY
Join us for a step back in time on MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 AT 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Do you remember Laugh-In? It was an American sketch comedy TV program that ran from 1968 to 1973, on the NBC. It was hosted by comedians Dan Rowan and Dick Martin. The popular show was characterized by a rapid-fire series of gags and sketches. The co-hosts continued the exasperated straight man (Rowan) and "dumb" guy (Martin) act, which they had established as nightclub comics. Come spend an hour or two with us to watch and laugh at the show (DVD) and enjoy some snacks.
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WELLNESS WEDNESDAY
SEPTEMBER 26 FROM 11:00 AM TO 1:00 PM. Flu shots will be offered by Kim from Giant Pharmacy. Please sign up on sheet in the lobby.
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ONLY SEVEN (7) SEATS LEFT - SIGN UP EXTENDED TO SEPTEMBER 27
EXCURSION TO HARRISBURG STATE CAPITOL & NATIONAL CIVIL WAR MUSEUM
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2018. COST: $25.00 UMSSC MEMBERS - $30.00 NON-UMSSC MEMBERS. TRANSPORTATION VIA BUS - DEPARTS AT 9:00 AM FROM SWIM CLUB UPPER PARKING LOT and RETURNS AROUND 4:30 PM. We will start our visit with a tour of our State Capitol famed for its architectural beauty inside and out. Our guide will be our State Representative Tim Briggs. Then we move on to the acclaimed National Civil War Museum (in association with the Smithsonian Institution) which portrays the entire history of the Civil War without bias to Union or Confederate forces. To maximize our time in both places, we will use the lunch room at the Civil War Museum. Bring your own lunch and supplement it with offerings in the vending machines there. COMPLETE REGISTRATION FORM (IN LOBBY) AND HAND IN WITH YOUR PAYMENT.
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ANNUAL FALL FLING
This year's Fall Fling will be held on Thursday, September 27. This year's theme "Service Above Self: The King of Prussia Rotary Clubs". This organization will be honored for their accomplishments in the community. The program will begin at 10:00 am to 2:00 PM. Guests are asked to be seated by 9:45 AM so the program can start on time. The event will take place in the 1st level of The Pavilion in the King of Prussia Mall (between Urban Outfitters & Morton's Steakhouse). A sign-up sheet will be in the lobby area of the Senior Center or you can pick up a registration form at the Township Building, Public Information Office. As always, this event promises to be fun and interesting along with a wonderful buffet luncheon.
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HERE'S WHAT'S HAPPENING IN OCTOBER
GENERAL MEETING
WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 10 AT 9:30 AM
Our monthly meeting is open to all members. Learn what is going on at the Senior Center. We hope you will join us to celebrate birthdays with some cake, a 50/50 raffle, a birthday raffle to win a hoagie from Angelo's Pizza and the "JACKPOT".
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UMSSC FALL FUND RAISER
Our Fall Fund Raiser Chance Book drawing is scheduled for Wednesday October 10 at the General Membership Meeting. Two ticket books will be sent to each member's household at a cost of $5.00 per book. Additional books will be available to purchase at the Senior Center. We hope that we can count on your support with this fund raiser by purchasing the books mailed to you. Special thanks go to DAVID BLACKMORE & ASSOCIATES GEOTECHNICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING for their continued support in funding the ticket printing.
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AARP DRIVER SAFETY COURSE (4-HOUR REFRESHER)
MONDAY, OCTOBER 15 from 9:30 AM to 2:00 PM (1/2 hour lunch break - not provided by UMSSC). A 4-hour REFRESHER driver safety course (you must have completed the 8 hr. course) to review driving with goal of keeping everyone safe, aware of new driving laws and handling driving situations encountered. Class maximum is 35. No late comers admitted after 9:30 AM. Cost is $20.00 for AARP members and $25.00 for non-AARP payable in advance. Sign up and pay (with check or money order payable to AARP) in lobby. NO TELEPHONE REGISTRATIONS WILL BE TAKEN.
SAVE THE DATE
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 21 - UMSSC BIG BINGO
TICKETS ON SALE BEGINNING SEPTEMBER 11
ADVANCE REGISTRATION: $20.00* DAY OF REGISTRATION: $25.00*
DOORS OPEN AT 11:00 AM GAMES START at 12:00 pm
REFRESHMENTS FOR SALE**
CA$H PRIZES ARE: 20 Regular Games $25.00 each - 4 Special Games $50.00 each - Grand Prize Coverall Game $100.00
*NO ONE UNDER 18 YEARS OF AGE ADMITTED
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INTERESTED IN PLAYING POKER?
Call Bill Reynolds (UMSSC member) at 610-666-0356 for more info.
Games would be on Fridays from 10:00 am to 2:30 pm
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LEARN TO PLAY CANASTA
Phyllis, a UMSSC member has volunteered to teach those interested in learning Canasta.
On Wednesdays at 12:30 pm. Please call ahead.
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WEATHER CONCERNS
WHEN THE WEATHER IS BAD PLEASE CALL THE SENIOR CENTER AND LISTEN TO THE VOICE MAIL BEFORE VENTURING OUT. THE VOICE MAIL MESSAGE WILL INDICATE IF WE ARE CLOSED. IF THE SCHOOLS ARE CLOSED WE WILL BE CLOSED. BEST WAY TO FIND OUT IF THE SENIOR CENTER IS CLOSED IS TO CALL FIRST(610-265-4715).
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NEWSLETTER POLICY
PAPER COPIES OF THE MONTHLY NEWSLETTER ARE NO LONGER MAILED. PLEASE BE SURE WE HAVE YOUR CURRENT EMAIL ADDRESS. FOR THOSE MEMBERS WHO DO NOT HAVE EMAIL PAPER COPIES ARE AVAILABLE AT THE SENIOR CENTER (IN THE LOBBY AREA).
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RENEW YOUR MEMBERSHIP
MEMBERSHIP FEE IS $20.00.
MEMBERSHIP TERM IS FROM JANUARY 1 TO DECEMBER 31
MEMBERSHIPS FOR 2019 WILL BE ACCEPTED BEGINNING NOVEMBER 1, 2018
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DID YOU KNOW?
At the Upper Merion Senior Service Center we have our own separate and wonderful new space for our members to enjoy a plethora of activities, special events and trips. So, why not join us Monday through Friday between 9:00 am and 3:00 pm? You'll be glad you did!
And please remember: YOU DO NOT HAVE TO BE A MEMBER OF THE COMMUNITY CENTER TO BECOME A MEMBER OF THE UPPER MERION SENIOR SERVICE CENTER.
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