Program Window Hours are Monday through Friday, 9:30am to 1:30pm

Studio Arts Arts On The Avenue

PSC ART CLASSES

Philadelphia Senior Center houses a lovely Art Studio flooded with natural light. Our location on the Avenue of the Arts provides the perfect setting for classes in a variety of media for the beginners to the more advanced. For specific information, please call (215) 546-5879, ext. 229.

DRAWING/MIXED MEDIA

Mondays 10am - 12 Noon Art Studio

Learn drawing and painting using mixed media. Deborah Deery provides group as well as individual instruction to assist students in utilizing various media and creative skills. This class is open to all levels of instruction. Still life and models are also used. Materials provided or bring your own. Cost: 3 PSC Coupons

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PAINTING

Thursdays 10am - 12 Noon Art Studio

Learn various techniques of painting, using different types of paint. Structured class setting includes work with models and still life. Class is lead by Ruslan Khais. Materials are provided or bring your own. Cost: 3 PSC Coupons

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KNIT & CROCHET

Tuesdays 10am Room C

This group meets on their own for some knitting and crocheting. Cost: FREE

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CRAFT CORNER

Tuesdays 10am Art Studio

Experience the joy of creativity in this class. Enjoy crafts such as yarn art, plastic canvas, beadwork and woodcrafts. Elizabeth Cason leads this class. Cost: 1 PSC Coupon

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SOCK DOLLS

Thursdays 1pm - 3pm Art Studio

Bring back the good old days and create your own original doll with teacher Elizabeth Cason. Supplies are included. Cost: 1 PSC Coupon

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STOCKING FLORALS

Mondays 10am Lindquist Hall

Wednesdays 10am Art Studio

Create a bouquet that never fades, wilts or even needs water! Join Elizabeth Cason as she shares her flower making talents in this class. Cost: 1 PSC Coupon

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CERAMICS

Tuesdays 2pm - 4pm

Fridays 10am - 12 Noon

Join Jennifer Wankoff and Lana Heckendorn for a fun and interesting class in ceramics. Everything is done free hand -- no molds, and then fired in the kiln. No experience necessary and all supplies are included. Cost: 4 PSC Coupons per class

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PSC Educational Opportunities

PSC provides something for everyone. Sharpen your mind, learn something new, share a skill. Life-long learning is a key to successful aging. For specific information, please call (215) 546-5879, ext. 229

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SPANISH

Thursdays 10:30am

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Member Dolores Gallashaw leads this class. Cost: FREE

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FRENCH

Wednesdays 2pm Lindquist Hall

Now is your chance to learn French! Join Lucy Mazur as she leads this class. Cost: FREE

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CONSTITUTIONAL HERITAGE

Thursdays 2pm Learning Center I

Find out how you and America is best served by you claiming and receiving your Constitutional Heritage. Come and discuss the Constitution and its role in America. PSC Member John Keels leads this class. Cost: FREE

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SING-A-LONG

Fridays 12:30pm Room A

Join us for fun and relaxations! This group is a great way to feel good on Fridays. No need to sing well or even carry a tune. This group uses props during the songs and everyone is welcome. Cost: FREE

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POETRY

Fridays 10am 2nd Floor Lounge

This lively reading and discussion group meets every week. You are encouraged to bring your own work or the work of some of your favorite poets to read and share. Cost: Free

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DRAMA

Tuesdays 1pm Room C Join

Deborah Karner for this wonderful class and become a "star". Class is open to beginners, as well as veteran performers. This group works on skits, including a few performances each year. Cost: 2 PSC Coupons

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BINGO

Tuesdays 12:30pm Room A

Come and join us for some Bingo on its new day and win some prizes!

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BIBLE STUDY

Tuesdays 10am Rooms A & B

This is a non-denominational study group. Cost: Free

PSC Health and Wellness Opportunities Experts from the Surgeon General to the National Sporting Goods Association are encouraging older adults to participate in regular health and wellness activities. Philadelphia Senior Center provides a variety of health and fitness classes and programs designed to stimulate the mind and body. For more information on health and wellness programs at PSC, call (215) 546-5879, ext. 229

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STEPS ENHANCED FITNESS

Mondays - 1pm in Rooms A & B

Wednesdays - 1pm in Room A

Fridays - 10am in Rooms A & B

This class meets three times a week for a full hour. This one-hour workout will focus on stretching, flexibility, balance, low impact aerobics and strength training exercises. Join Edwina Roberts as she leads this new class! Provided by PCA and funded by the Philadelphia Department of Public Health. Cost: FREE

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YOGA

Wednesdays 11am Fridays 11:30am Room C

Yoga combines breathing; exercise, stretching and meditation for a full body work out. Yoga increases flexibility and strength, tones the body, reduces tension and boosts energy. Floor mats, straps and blocks are provided. Cost: 3 PSC Coupons

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T'AI CHI

Mondays 1pm Lindquist Hall

T'Ai Chi is an ancient martial discipline which promotes health and spiritual well-being. T'Ai Chi develops sharp mental focus and concentration. It improves respiration, digestion, range of motion, muscle tone, balance and flexibility. Improve your balance & develop your movement skills. Cost: 3 PSC Coupons

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CHI KUNG

Tuesdays 10am Lindquist Hall

Chi Kung is a Chinese exercise system that conducts movement with calm and gentle breathing exercises, providing peace, harmony, strength and health, while increasing your flow of energy. Cost: 3 PSC Coupons

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BODY DYNAMICS

Mondays 10:15am in Room B

This class improves flexibility and balance. It also incorporates individual bodybuilding. Listen to music that will enhance and stimulate you while you exercise. Sheila Zagar leads this class. Cost: 1 PSC coupon

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WILD CARD REV UP

Wednesdays & Fridays 10am Room C

Wednesday is "Wild Card Wednesday Rev-Up!" On Wednesdays, a different low-impact exercise tape designed specifically for seniors will be shown. Now is a great opportunity to try something with fresh new music, moves and motivation! Fridays Rev-Up tape will remain the same. Cost: FREE

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TAP DANCING

Thursdays 10am Rooms B and C

Cost: 2 PSC Coupons

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BALLROOM DANCE

Thursdays 11am Rooms B and C

Cost: 2 PSC Coupons

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LINE DANCING

Wednesdays & Fridays 1:15pm Rooms B & C

Exercise while having fun! Dance is a wonderful cardiovascular activity so stop in and join our teacher Arnie Zacharias for an exhilarating hour of footwork. Cost: 2 PSC Coupons

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BELLY DANCING

Fridays 10:30am Lindquist Hall

This exciting new class is especially designed for beginners and for those who want to brush up on basic techniques. You will learn basic moves most often seen in Cabaret/Egyptian style belly dance. Moves include shoulder and hip shimmies, hip drops and lifts, snake hips and figure-eights, rib circles and rib drops, as well as basic dance posture and arm placement. Wear comfortable clothing and slippers/dance shoes or bare feet. Cost: 3 PSC Coupons

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FITNESS CENTER

Monday through Friday 8:30am - 4pm

The Fitness Center is now up and operating. We will be operating under the 'buddy' system. A 'buddy' can be any adult, a member or nonmember or a fellow workout partner and they must be present while you workout. If you are interested in using the fitness center, you need to have the necessary paperwork filled out by your doctor and return it to the Program Window. Once that is completed and returned to the Program Window, you will receive a Fitness Card and then you will be permitted to workout. Call Gladys Rossano at the Program Window for more information 215-546-5879 ext. 209. Cost: 1 PSC Coupon a day

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WALKING AT THE SPORTING CLUB

Join the walking club at the Sporting Club at the Bellevue for a walk around their indoor track. To be issued a "Walking Club Card", you must have current medical permission and waiver forms filled out by a doctor. This card is necessary for admission to the Sporting Club. Call Gladys Rossano at the Program Window for more information (215) 546-5879, ext. 209. Cost: Free

PSC Travel Opportunities

PSC offers fabulous day trips including visits to Broadway, museums, Atlantic City and dinner theatres. PSC offers exciting overnight trips including Ocean City, MD, Wildwood, NJ, Las Vegas, NV, Bermuda and more! For more information, please call Gladys Rossano at (215) 546-5879, ext. 209.

Dining Around Town

Dine at area restaurants with PSC. Please call Gladys Rossano at (215) 546-5879, ext. 209 for more information on this month's restaurant. PSC Recreation

ELECTRONIC DARTS

Competition and fun are the name of this game. The electronic dart board features soft tip darts and is available all day on the 2nd Floor Lounge.

PINOCHLE

Play in the 1st Floor Lounge any time ; watch or participate

TV/MOVIES

The Big Screen TV is on everyday, except Thursdays, for your enjoyment. Also, watch recent and old time favorite movies on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 1pm in the Auditorium.

Health Lectures & Screenings

Representatives from local healthcare organizations visit for lectures and screenings. Topics include diabetes education, nutrition, hot weather tips and more. Local professionals frequently provide free screenings such as blood pressure, glucose, cholesterol, hearing and vision. Please call (215) 546-5879, ext 229 for details.

Jefferson Family Medicine at PSC

Health and Social Services Suite

PSC is committed to supporting the total older person by integrating the delivery of health and social services at its Main Branch. In the Health and Social Services Suite, you can see a Jefferson Health System doctor or nurse practitioner for primary health care. Then step down the hall to meet with a social worker to sign up for senior citizen benefits or to join the senior center. See Jefferson Family Medicine at PSC for office hours and more information about this unique partnership Monday through Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.