SCROLL DOWN TO REVIEW THE ACTIVITIES OFFERED AT THE UPPER MERION SENIOR SERVICE CENTER ON A REGULAR BASIS.  SPECIAL ACTIVITIES OR CLASSES SCHEDULED FOR PARTICULAR TIMES WILL BE FOUND UNDER THE EVENTS AND CALENDAR LINKS.

APPRISE COUNSELOR:  Mr. Charles Dotille, Apprise Counselor, is available the third Wednesday of each month at 1:00 PM to assist with insurance and Medicare concerns.  Call 610.265.4715 to make an appointment.

BINGO:  Thursdays at 10:15 AM.   Cash Prizes!  A fun and relaxing way to meet with friends,  make new ones and aim for the jackpot!  Evelyn Cavaliere, Coordinator

BOOKTALK:  Third Monday of the month at 1:00 PM.  Join the discussion even if you don’t read the book.  Patricia Ackah, Coordinator.

BRIDGE CLUB:  Tuesdays at 10:00 AM and 1:00 PM.

CASINO TRIP:  One Monday a month, we have a trip to the Showboat Casino (check calendar for date).  We leave UMSSC at 9:00 AM and return approximately 6:15 PM.   $25 per person.  Sign up sheet in the lobby must be completed prior to paying for the trip.  First-come, First Served.   Non-members welcome!

CO-ED BASKETBALL:  Wednesday from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM in the GYM.  FREE.

COMPUTER CLUB:    These meetings are open to all members of the UMSSC to discuss new technology new technology, to solve problems involving members own technology and to share ideas and solutions.  Theses sessions are open to all ability levels.  No fee.  No class limit.  Every Tuesday morning from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM.  Moderators:  Howard Lurie and Herm Natanblut.

CRAFTS:  You are invited to join this special group which meets every Monday and Tuesday at 1:00 PM.  Craft Shoppe Chair:  Dot Price.  Learn to knit and/or crochet, as well as work on other projects.  Drop in to check out the varied lovely items on sale.  Great place to buy gifts for you and others!

CURRENT EVENTS DISCUSSION GROUP:   Are you interested in what is happening in the news and would like to discuss these events with others’ points of view?  This group meets at 10:30 AM on Monday morning in the library/lounge.   Bring a recent newspaper or magazine article to use as a starting point for discussion.  Coordinator:  Joan Shaw

DANCE PARTY:  Every Wednesday at 1:00 PM in the GYM.   Enjoy line dancing?  Want to learn how to line dance?  Want to show us some new steps?  Don’t want to Line dance, just want to join folks to have a good time?  Then Dance Party is just for you!  What a neat way to exercise – it’s not a drag, it is fun.   Fee:  $1.00 per lesson.   Loretta DeLucca, Coordinator.

EXERCISE:  Our exercise classes are programmed and conducted by professional trainers.  The equipment is provided by the UMSSC Budget.

CHAIR EXERCISE:  Every Tuesday and Thursday 12:30 PM to 1:15 PM, $2.00 per class – Coordinator:  Jim Parvin

RANGE OF MOTION:  Every Wednesday– 12:00 PM to 12:45 PM, $2.00 per class.  Coordinator:  Louise Bailey

FRIDAY FLICKS:   Once a month on Fridays (check calendar for date) we will have Pizza and a movie.   Pizza is served at 11:00 AM $3.00, movie is shown at noon - $2.00.   Not scheduled for July and August, will resume in September.

GARDEN CLUB:  Meetings on second and fourth Wednesdays at 1:00 PM.  Open to all level gardeners….from novice to expert.  If you don’t have a “green” thumb – come to the Garden Club – your thunb will soon turn GREEN!    Coordinator:  Paul Buce

GENEALOGY DISCUSSION:  CURRENTLY ON HIATUS.

GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING:  Monthly  Meeting is held on the second Wednesday of the month.  Get the latest information…bring your suggestions and questions to the meeting.  Meet with friends, make new friends!  BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION,  MEMBERS RAFFLE, BIRTHDAY HOAGIE.  No meetings in July and August.  BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS CONTINUE.   IF YOU WISH TO HAVE AN ITEM PLACED ON THE AGENDA, PLEASE CONTACT THE PRESIDENT BEFORE THE MEETING.

GOOD FOOD, GOOD HEALTH:  On one Monday each month (check calendar for date) AT 10:30 AM in the dining room.  Learn to prepare and enjoy your meal.  Cost:   $5.00.  Limited to 15 members – minimum of 10.

LIBRARY:  Open Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM.   Large print books are available in the lounge.  Excellent book selections.   Tapes, DVD, Videos stored in lounge – available to borrow.  This includes tapes of General  Membership Meetings and  presentations.

MAH JONGG:   Monday and Friday at 10:00 AM.   All level players are welcome, starting with beginners!  Our experienced players will be pleased to instruct beginners, so don’t be shy, join the group!

MEDITATION CLASS:  The last two Wednesdays of the month from 11:00 AM to 11:45 AM in the Lounge. Cost:  $1.00 Instructor:  Pari Hoorfar

MUSIC INSTRUCTION; Tuesday at 1:30.  Students are members who have committed to membership in the UMSSC Band.  Lessons provided by Ed Hickman, professional musician.  Marge Treichler, Group Coordinator.  Wanted:  Electric Bass Guitar and Wind Instrument Players.

NURSE;  A nurse from Bryn Mawr Hospital/Main Line Health is available in the UMSSC Health Office every 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM…have your blood pressure checked regularly!

OUTREACH:  This program serves the UMSSC members with information and assistance.  An Aide from Senator Daylin Leach’s office will be available the last Thursday of the month from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM.  An Aide from State Representative Tim Brigg’s office will also be available on the 2nd Thursday of the month from 11:00AM to 2:00PM.

PINOCHLE:  Ladies and Gents, Monday at 9:30 AM.

POKER CLUB:  Tuesday and Friday at 9:00 AM, $5.00 ante, $2.00 entry.  Coordinator:  Bernie Zelenak.

QUILTING;  Fourth Wednesday of the month at 9:30 PM.   All levels are welcome.  Experienced instructor:  Ethel Hutchinson.   FREE!

SING-A-LONG:  Every Friday at 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM.   Join this activity even if you are not a singer – you can tap your toes, hum….start off your Friday having fun and a good time!   Coordinator:   Theresa Smith, Assistant Coordinator:  Dot Morio

STAND-UP YOGA:  Monday at 1:30 PM.  Certified Instructor:  Dr. Christine Grad, $3.00 per class.  Limited to 8 members per class.

Wii GAMES:  Tuesday from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM in the Great Room.  A bowling league is forming.  Instruction provided on how to bowl on the Wii game.  Come join us!