Aging Calendar
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Collaborative Art “Home is Where the Heart Is”
Garvey Senior Activity Center
Mondays, January 6-February 24 (except January 20 & February 17)
5 p.m.
Cost: $5
For our first collaborative art project, each participant will create a painting representing the home they grew up in on a 3” canvas using acrylic paints to be included in a larger display. These tiles will be arranged and attached to a larger backboard in the shape of a heart. This first collaboration will be titled "Home is Where the Heart Is". The finished piece will be displayed at the St. Mary's County Arts Council gallery in downtown Leonardtown once it is complete. All necessary materials will be provided. Advanced registration is required.
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Massage Therapy with Renika Watson
Loffler Senior Activity Center
Tuesdays, January 7, 14, 21, & 28
Tuesdays, February 4, 11, 18, & 25
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Cost: $50 for 45 minutes, $65 for 60 minutes
The Loffler Center is excited to have Massage Therapy back!
Renika Watson is a licensed massage therapist and owner of Renika Marie’s Therapeutic Massage with specialty in Swedish and Deep Tissue massage.
** Refunds will be considered if a consumer cancels their appointment with at least 24 business hours in advance, and if a replacement is found.
** Health Warning: Those scheduling this service must be able to get on and off the table without assistance. If your loved one needs assistance, please attend the session with them. Please wait at least 8 weeks after surgery to schedule a massage. Please consult with your doctor to make sure that you are cleared for a massage. This is not for those with extreme edema, gout, open wounds, or vascular disease of the body. Thank you.
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Senior Planet: Computer Basics for Older Adults
Loffler Senior Activity Center
9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Cost: Free
In this 10-week, PC-based course, you’ll learn the basics of how to operate a computer and navigate the internet in ways that can enrich your life. During the course, you’ll learn how to use email, search the internet for information, access sources of entertainment, and connect to people, organizations and interests that matter to you. Prerequisites: None. This course is designed for people who have never used a computer or have very little experience and want a solid introduction. Class will be held in Computer Lab. Advance registration is required.
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Recipe Round-Up
Wednesdays, January 22, February 12 & 26
5 p.m.
Cost: $10
A great way to connect with and remember family and friends is through cooking. In this
workshop, each participant will build a book of recipes along with each recipe’s story.
The recipes will be typed, printed, and compiled in a presentation binder so they are easy to use and share. Recipe Round-Up will offer the opportunity to create a personalized treasure and practice some basic computer skills. All necessary materials will be supplied, and no previous experience is necessary. Advanced registration is required.
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Pitch Card Day
Northern Senior Activity Center
Thursday, January 30 & February 27
12:30-3:30 p.m.
Cost: $10
Ready to play Pitch? This is played in a progressive game style (like the card parties). All signups are done in advance online. At that time fees will be collected. Enrollment means you'll be on the roster to play. When you arrive that day, you'll get the traditional game tally sheet and materials needed (this is not a tournament). Drop-ins will not be accommodated unless we need a substitute to fill in or round out a table. Must be an experienced Pitch card player. The fee will be $10 per person and there will be a cash prize of $40 for the top winner & descending prizes thereafter. Advanced registration is required.
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Bunco!
Northern Senior Activity Center
Friday, January 31 & February 28
12:30-3:30 p.m.
Cost: $5
Bunco is back for those who like a recreational and lively game of fun.
Winning categories will be awarded prize money that day! Let’s roll the dice and enjoy an afternoon together. All sign-ups are done in advance online.
Drop-ins will not be accommodated unless we need a substitute to fill in or round out a table. Want lunch before the game? Reserve a meal by calling Penny Ellingwood at 301-475-4200, ext. 3105, by Noon the day before Bunco.
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Drums Alive®: Golden Beats®
Northern Senior Activity Center
2-3 p.m.
Cost: $12 for series
Drums Alive® uses drumming, music, and movement, to make the most of health and wellness in a fun & engaging way. Golden Beats® emphasizes & enhances the fitness and lives of older adults – stimulating those young at heart. This version will be less intensive and accommodating to most participants. Mainly seated, standing optional. Great for first timers or returning participants! Program Specialist and Certified Trainer, Keilan Ruppert, will lead this program for a limited group over the course of 6 weeks.
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Chair Dance Connection: Brain Building FUN!
Northern Senior Activity Center
1-3:30 p.m.
Cost: $15
Join instructors Judi Lyons & Paty Massón for a new edition of their Chair Dance Connection series! This class combines timeless upbeat music and gentle, rhythmic, brain-boosting movements. Revitalize and lift your spirit while enhancing blood flow to the brain, mind-body coordination, memory, focus, and concentration. Chair assisted dance sequences stretch and strengthen mind and body in seated & standing positions. Modifiable to be accessible to all. IMPORTANT: Wear comfortable clothing and bring water!
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Living Well with Chronic Conditions
Northern Senior Activity Center
1-3:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
Start caring for yourself and improving your life while dealing with a chronic health condition. This evidence-based program was developed by Stanford University to help people with chronic conditions take charge of their life through self-management skills—such as dealing with depression and fatigue, pain management, working with health care providers and more. There is no charge for taking this series; however, a commitment to regular attendance is needed for good results.
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Framed Carnival Mask Mandala
Garvey Senior Activity Center
5:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
Let the Good Times Roll while creating a framed, 3D layered carnival mask using pre-cut paper. Mandala designs are perfect for creating unique and eye-catching papercrafts. The 3D design is pre-cut and ready to be stacked and attached together. Advanced registration is required.
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Make & Take Projects with Jamie - Textured Flower Art
Loffler Senior Activity Center
10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Cost: $25 per session, supplies included
With just a single piece of lumber, a drop cloth, joint compound, and a few paint samples, you can create monochromatic, textured pieces of art that friends and family will love to receive. They'll also look great on the walls of your own home.
Advance registration required.
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Collaborative Art “Teen Spirit”
Garvey Senior Activity Center
Mondays, March 3 - April 285 p.m.Cost: $5Take a walk down memory lane as we celebrate coming of age. Participants will create a small piece of art to be included in a larger display. For the “Teen Spirit” project, each participant will present a school dance picture along with the name of a song played at the dance on a two-sided disc made to look like a record. The individual discs will be displayed in the shape of a cheerleading megaphone. The finished piece will be displayed at the “Senior Prom” coming up in May once it is complete. All necessary materials will be provided.
Advanced registration is required.
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Embroidery Card-Making Class
Garvey Senior Activity Center
Tuesday, March 4 & April 1
1:30 p.m.
Cost: $5
This card-making method creates stunning gifts or greeting cards suitable for framing. The technique uses single-strand embroidery thread and a fine needle to make line designs on quality card stock. This would be a great opportunity to make personalized cards for those important people in your life! Omega will teach you everything you need to know to create these cards. Bring your scissors, tape, and a needle. The price includes the material to make the card. Advanced registration is required.
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Mardi Gras Karaoke Luncheon
Garvey Senior Activity Center
Tuesday, March 4
Doors Open: 11:30 a.m.
Lunch Served: 12 p.m.
Performance: 12:30 p.m.
Get ready to “Laissez les bon temps rouler!” Or, if your Cajun is a little rusty, “let the good times roll!” At our electrifying Mardi Gras Karaoke extravaganza! Unleash your inner star and come Dressed to Impress! Whether you’re a seasoned performer or simply enjoy singing along, this event promises an unforgettable afternoon of fun and soul. Advanced registration is required. The cost for lunch is by donation for those ages 60 and above and $7 for those under the age of 60.
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Art with Jamie
Loffler Senior Activity Center
Tuesdays, March 4,11, &25- Portraits
Tuesdays, April 1, 8, & 22- Linocut Folk Art Flower Printmaking
10 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Cost: $25 per class, supplies included
In March, we will be doing a fun review of the anatomy of a face, drawing and painting portraits in different artist styles. Please bring in either a photo of yourself or
someone you love. We will be working on this project for 3 weeks. You can sign up for just one class or attend all three to get an
in-depth review of portrait painting. All materials will be included as well as step by step
instructions on various portrait sessions.
In April, we will be working with specialized tools to design and cut out folk art images of
various flowers for printmaking. Using our images we will create a one-of-a-kind print that will be matted and framed. It is recommended that you sign up for at least 2 classes so that you will have time to not only design your flower but to cut and print it as well.
Advance registration is required.
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Recipe Round-Up
Garvey Senior Activity Center
Wednesdays, March 5 & 19, April 2 & 16
5 p.m.
Cost: $10
A great way to connect with and remember family and friends is through cooking. From granny’s stuffed cabbage to the dish a child always requests on their birthday, every recipe has a story. In this workshop, each participant will build a book of recipes along with each recipe’s story. The recipes will be typed, formatted, printed, and compiled in a presentation binder so they are easy to use and share. Recipe Round-Up will offer the opportunity to create a personalized treasure and practice some basic computer skills. All necessary materials will be supplied, and no previous experience is necessary. Advanced registration is required.
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Stained Glass Pendants
Garvey Senior Activity Center
Thursdays March 6 & April 17
10 a.m.
Cost: $15
The instructor will provide an assortment of stained-glass pieces that are cut, foiled, and soldered with rings on two sides, beads, pieces of chains, jump rings, and a charm. Students get to select up to three pieces of stained glass, beads, and or chains, then jump rings to connect the pieces and a charm. To make the pendant participants will connect the stained-glass pieces, beads, and chains in any sequential pattern they choose. Finally, the pendant is dotted with a charm. No experience needed. Supplies are provided.
Advanced registration is required.
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Cornhole Competition: Spring 2025
Northern Senior Activity Center
Monday, March 10, 10-11:30 a.m.
Cost: $2
Who doesn’t love a good round of cornhole? Compete in this casual & fun competition. Show off your skills or try it out for the first time. Keep in mind that this game requires good dexterity, throwing, and hand-eye coordination. Boards will be closer than regulation rules to accommodate for all skill-levels. The 1st and 2nd place winners of the tournament will win a prize. This event will be held indoors. See top of this page for how to register.
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Watercolor with T.L. Ford
Garvey Senior Activity Center
Tuesdays, March 11 & April 8
1:30 p.m.
Cost: $25
Would you like to learn how to paint with watercolor on a smaller scale? Come join T.L.Ford of Cattail.Nu, LLC as she teaches you the basics of watercolor painting in a relaxing, informal setting. No experience or drawing skills are necessary and everything you need is provided!
Advanced registration is required.
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Iris Folding with Toni
Loffler Senior Activity Center
Tuesday, March 11, 1:30– 3:30 p.m.- Spring Tulips
Wednesday, March 19, 1-3 p.m. – Backyard Pets
Cost: Free, supplies included
Create Iris Folding projects by arranging and layering strips of paper you will create a few greeting cards while learning the art of Iris Folding. Iris Folding is done by arranging and layering strips of paper or fabric in a spiraled pattern that resembles the iris of a camera lens–that's how this craft got its name. Advance registration is required.
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Book Discussion Group
Garvey Senior Activity Center
Wednesdays, March 12 & April 9, 11 a.m.
Cost: Free
If you enjoy reading and sharing your thoughts, this group is for you!
March: The Cloisters by Katy Hays
April: The Dutch House by Ann Patchett
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Travel 101: Learn to Travel Europe with Us
Garvey Senior Activity Center
Wednesdays, March 12 or 26, 5:00 p.m.
Cost: $20
Join us for a workshop to help plan the trip of your dreams to Europe! Both workshops are the same, but you can choose which one works better for you. Travel professional Alexandra Tyson, founder of Babcia and YiayiaTravel the World, has over 20 years of experience organizing the logistics of great European travel. It's time to make those travel dreams come true! Advanced registration is required.
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Claddagh Ring Wreath - 3D Layered Paper
Garvey Senior Activity Center
Wednesday, March 12, 5:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
St. Patrick’s Day is almost here. Using pre-cut paper create a 3D layered Claddagh Ring Wreath. Mandala designs are perfect for creating unique and eye-catching papercrafts. The 3D design is cut. All you do is stack them up and attach them.
Advance registration is required.
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Cycling Meetup: Spring Kickoff
Northern Senior Activity Center
Wednesdays, March 12 & 26, April 9 & 23, 10 a.m.
Cost: Free
Gear up and spring into action!
Cyclists are invited to a group ride on Three Notch Trail led by Dan & Mike.
Enjoy beautiful scenery and landmarks. Great way to start your day. The group will meet monthly on 2nd & 4th Wednesdays. Please arrive 15-minutes early (around 9:45 a.m.) to meet with the group, fill water bottles, & check-in at the touchscreen computer. Advance enrollment isn’t needed to attend. IMPORTANT: Helmets are required. The Center has a few bikes available to borrow – first come first served. The e-trike requires a qualifying orientation (contact [email protected] to schedule). Call ext. 3101 for weather updates.
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Wild Birds Unlimited “Who’s in My Nesting Yard?”
Garvey Senior Activity Center
Thursday, March 13, 10 a.m.
Cost: Free
Barb Whipkey, an avid birdwatcher, and owner of Wild Birds Unlimited of Lexington Park will be at the Garvey Senior Activity Center for a presentation. Learn common nesting behaviors and discover the secrets of successful bird nesting. Advance registration is required.
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Silhouette Painting with Chris
Garvey Senior Activity Center
Thursday, March 13 & April 10, 5 p.m.
Cost: $5
Join us for an evening of instructor led, canvas painting as we create a silhouette scene on an 8"x10" stretched canvas using acrylic paints. You'll be guided through each step of the painting process at a pace suitable for all skill levels. All necessary materials will be provided.
Advanced registration is required.
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St. Patrick’s Day Celebration Luncheon with Just Us 2
Loffler Senior Activity Center
Friday, March 14
Doors Open: 11 a.m.
Lunch: 11:30 a.m.
Entertainment: 12 p.m.
Cost: Lunch donation for 60+; $7 for under 60 + Free Entertainment
We welcome back Just Us 2 to help us celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. Gather your green gear and join us for some Irish tunes, bluegrass and gospel. Start the weekend early, celebrate and dance with friends and family! Performance is supported by the Senior Center Operating Funds Grant. Advance registration is required.
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St. Patrick’s Dance Party
Northern Senior Activity Center
Monday, March 17, 1-3 p.m.
Cost: $2
Let’s do the jig! Join us for a fun afternoon of dancing to party songs & some Irish music. Wear your favorite green outfit. Enjoy light snacks & beverages. Door prizes will be drawn at the end of the event – must be in attendance to win! Play a game for a chance to win extra prizes. Lunch will be served before the dance at 11:30 a.m. Want to reserve a meal? Please call Penny at ext. 3105 no later than noon on Friday, March 14. Lunch is $7 for those under 60 years of age and by donation otherwise. Payments made by cash, check, or card, upon arrival. Advance registration is required.
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Sound Bath with Angel
Garvey Senior Activity Center
Tuesday, March 18: “Spring Equinox”
Tuesday, April 15: “Welcoming Spring”
6:30 p.m.
Cost: $20 per session
Join us for a rejuvenating sound bath experience. Immerse yourself in sound vibrations that provide a calming effect on your nervous system. Please bring a yoga mat, small pillow, and blanket to build your comfy nest. May not be recommended for those with pacemakers. Please consult your physician before attending.
Advance registration is required.
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Health Watch Series
Loffler Senior Activity Center
Wednesday, March 19, 9:30 a.m.-Skin Cancer Prevention
Wednesday, April 16, 9:30 a.m.-Parkinson’s Awareness
Cost: Free
March - Get the facts on skin cancer and learn how to protect yourself from harmful UV rays. UV radiation from the sun isn’t just dangerous, it’s sneaky. It reaches you even when you’re trying to avoid it – penetrating clouds and glass, and bouncing off snow, water and sand.
April - Parkinson's Awareness Month a time when the Parkinson’s community comes together to raise awareness for Parkinson’s disease (PD). Learn about the symptoms, diagnosis and resources available for those impacted by the neurodegenerative disease.
Advance registration is required.
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Northern Coffee Café
Northern Senior Activity Center
Thursdays, March 20 & April 17, 9 a.m.
Cost: $4
Ease into your day at the Northern Coffee Café! A moment to yourself, or with friends, to enjoy a special coffee & a complementary baked good – fresh from the oven. Musician Will Yeckley will provide folksy acoustic guitar vibes. This is a great morning splurge for a modest fee. Special brewed coffee served with various flavorings and crèmes of your choosing. Make your own hot or cold drink just the way you like it. Deadline to sign-up is before Tuesday of that week. Advance registration is required.
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Book Stitching
Garvey Senior Activity Center
Thursdays, March 20 & April 24, 10 a.m.
Cost: $10
Students can select a fabric for the outer covering of the book. Then using the pages and some special scrapbook paper they will stitch a book together. This book can be used as a mini sketchbook, journal, or address book. Advanced registration is required.
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Movie Nights
Garvey Senior Activity Center
Thursdays, March 20 & April 17, 5:00 p.m.
Cost: The movie is free.
($3 optional snack pack/popcorn purchase)
Join us on the third Thursday of the month as we convert our dining room into a movie theatre! Snack packs and popcorn will be available to purchase. You’re welcome to bring your own snacks. Advanced registration is required.
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Book Presentation “What’s In A Name” by Thelma Smoot
Loffler Senior Activity Center
Thursday, March 20, 1 p.m.
Cost: Free
Thelma Smoot is a native of St. Mary’s County and has published fictional books, that are based on some aspects of her African American upbringing in rural St. Mary’s County Maryland. She was raised in a small tobacco farming community in the 1960s. Her books are a mixture of mystery, drama and exploration of social issues.
What's In A Name is rooted in a rural farming community in Southern Maryland. In the 1960s a young African American girl, Elizabeth, struggles with the effects that class and race
discrimination is having on her family and a neighboring white boy, Jacob. To escape her past, Elizabeth is now living and working in New Jersey. Its Christmas time and Kathy, her
supervisor, was just brutally murdered. Detective Carter thinks that Elizabeth is either guilty or knows more than what she is telling. Then Elizabeth disappears. Will her faith in God be enough to save her? Advance registration is required.
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Neuro-plasticity Chair Dance: A Broadway Musical Experience with Paty Masson & Judi Lyons
Garvey Senior Activity Center
Thursday, March 20
2:30 p.m.
Cost $20
Step into a transformative world where dancing isn't just movement-it's a unique, scientifically-backed brain-boosting, memory-engaging, and spirit-lifting journey. Experience classic Broadway songs like "Singing in the Rain" and West Side Story’s “America” that will awaken your brain's memory centers, spark emotional connections, enhance auditory memory and physical responses. Join newly certified brain fitness educators, Paty Masson and Judi Lyons, and discover how dance can create new neural pathways, strengthen brain connections, and foster dynamic resilience. Please bring water and wear comfortable clothing. Advance registration is required.
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Osteoporosis Discussion with Mark Musket, PA-C
Loffler Senior Activity Center
Friday, March 21, 10 a.m.
Cost: Free
Osteoporosis is a silent disease: You can’t see or feel it until you break a bone. A break can often be the first indication you have osteoporosis. After menopause, your body begins to lose more bone mass than it creates, leaving bones brittle and susceptible to fractures. Our event will be with Physician’s Assistant, Mark Musket with the Center for Advance Orthopedics. He will share information on causes, lifestyle choices, unchangeable risks, when to see a doctor and prevention. Advance registration is required.
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Tulip Bouquet - 3D Layered Paper
Garvey Senior Activity Center
Wednesday, March 26
5:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
Spring is almost here. Using pre-cut paper create a 3D layered blooming tulip bouquet. Mandala designs are perfect for creating unique and eye-catching papercrafts. The 3D design is cut. All you do is stack them up and attach them. All necessary materials will be provided. Advanced registration is required.
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Tea Party Hat Craft
Garvey Senior Activity Center
Thursday, March 27
6 p.m.
Cost: $20
Join Rebecca Ali as she instructs you on making a unique and gorgeous hat that can be worn for Afternoon Tea, Derby Days, or Easter. Just bring your creative ideas, we will handle the rest! All necessary materials will be provided. Advanced registration is required.
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Bunco!
Northern Senior Activity Center
Friday, March 28 & April 25, 12:30-3:30 p.m.
Cost: $5
Bunco is a recreational and lively game of fun. Winning categories will be awarded prize money that day! Let’s roll the dice and enjoy an afternoon together. All sign-ups are done in advance online. Drop-ins will not be accommodated unless we need a substitute to fill in or round out a table. Want lunch before the game? Reserve a meal by calling Penny Ellingwood at 301-475-4200, ext. 3105, by noon the day before Bunco. Advance registration is required.
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Men’s Strength Training Boot Camp
Northern Senior Activity Center
Thursday, April 3-May 1 (5-sessions), 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
Cost: $45
Thomas Corry, certified instructor with Zen Well Studio, returns for a Men’s Strength Training series that aims to enhance your strength, mobility, and overall fitness. This series focuses on safe and effective exercises to build muscle, improve bone density, and increase endurance. Come on guys… let’s stay strong and active! Advance registration is required. -
AARP Smart Driver™ Safety Course
Loffler Senior Activity Center
Thursday, April 3, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Cost: $20 for AARP Members, $25 for non-members
The AARP Smart Driver™ Safety Course will be held with an hour lunch break at 11:30 a.m. The course will cover:
· Research-based safe driving strategies
· Information on the effects of medication on driving
· Preventive measures to reduce driver distractions
· Proper use of safety belts, air bags, anti-lock brakes, and other new technology
· Techniques for handling left turns, right-of-way, and roundabouts
· State-specific rules and regulations in 19 key areas, including construction zones, child safety seats, school buses, cellphone use and more.
If you wish to order a lunch from the center, the cost is $7 if you are under 60 and by donation for those 60+ years of age. Lunch can be reserved by calling 301-475-4200, ext.1657.
Advance registration is required. Cash or check is due to the instructor on the first day of class.
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Anna Griffin Basket Card
Loffler Senior Activity Center
Friday, April 4, 10 – 1:30 p.m.
Cost: Free, supplies included
Have you always wanted to create an Anna Griffin card? Martha will guide you through the process of creating your own basket card. The class includes a demo in how to use the die cut machine. Please bring your own scissors and a tape runner. Advance registration is required.
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Energizing Minds with Qigong: Benefiting Brain Health
Northern Senior Activity Center
Monday, April 7, 1-2:30 p.m.
Cost: $20
Qigong is an important component to brain health. It’s a physical conditioning program for all ages – performed seated or standing. These gentle but strong exercises relax the nervous system and nourish the brain’s functions. Join Paty Massón, ISSA certified Brain Fitness Coach, in this new workshop. Qigong can be particularly beneficial to those experiencing early stages of Alzheimer’s or Parkinson’s disease. IMPORTANT: Accessible to all skill-levels. Bring water and wear comfortable clothing. Advance registration is required. -
Career Day: Presentations, & musical guest P.M. Barber
Northern Senior Activity Center
Monday, April 7, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
Ever wondered about your peers’ careers? Join us for a morning of short presentations given by folks with interesting, and possibly unexpected, professional backgrounds. Musician P.M. Barber will lead us into lunchtime at 11:30 a.m. and perform a fun 1-hour set. Advance registration is required.Want to reserve a meal? Please call Penny at ext. 3105 no later than noon on Friday, April 4. Lunch is $7 for those under 60 years of age and by donation otherwise. Payments made by cash, check, or card, upon arrival. Interested in presenting? Submit requests (by Monday, March 24) to Keilan at [email protected] with your name & career background.
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Wii Bowling League: Spring 2025
Northern Senior Activity Center
Tuesday, April 8-29 (4-sessions)
1-2:30 p.m.
Cost: $2
Ready to strike up a good time? Join us for this league-style Wii bowling event with staff-led teams and some fun, good ol’ group competition. We’ll use the original Wii Sports game with standard 10-pin bowling. The last game will take place on April 22. Individual and team prizes will be awarded on April 29. Advance registration is required.
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Pickleball 101: Double Your Fun!
Garvey Senior Activity Center
Tuesdays, April 8,15, 22
Thursdays, April 10,17, 24
3:00 p.m.-4:30 p.m.
Cost: FREE
This beginner-centric class is perfect for those new to pickleball! It spans over three weeks and has two, one-hour sessions each Tuesday and Thursday. Learn the fundamental skills and strategies of this obsessive sport. Please bring water, comfortable clothing, non-court marking shoes, and a paddle (if you own one). Advanced registration is required.
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Afternoon Tea
Garvey Senior Activity Center
Wednesday, April 9
4 p.m.
Cost: $5
Break out your fanciest spring hat to join us for a delicious array of petit fours and tea sandwiches! We will be serving up a variety of teas among a lovely selection of teacups. Pinkies up! Advanced registration is required.
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Spring Bird Feeding
Loffler Senior Activity Center
Thursday, April 10, 10- 11 a.m.
Cost: Free
Barb Whipkey, an avid birdwatcher, and owner of Wild Birds Unlimited of Lexington Park will be at the Loffler Senior Activity Center for a presentation on spring bird feeding needs. She will include tips for dealing with mess free feeding options, dealing with pesky squirrels and importance of cleaning feeders. Advance registration is required.
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Mark Musket: Osteoporosis Presentation
Garvey Senior Activity Center
Friday, April 11, 10 a.m.
Cost: Free
In this informative session on osteoporosis, we'll explore the critical importance of early diagnosis and comprehensive treatment. We'll discuss effective therapies, the role of exercise in maintaining bone health, and the benefits of a balanced diet rich in essential nutrients. Join us to learn practical tips to improve bone density and reduce fracture risk, empowering you to lead a healthier, more active life. Advance registration is required.
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Carol Booker: Book Presentation
Garvey Senior Activity Center
Tuesday, April 15
10 a.m.
Cost: Free
Journalist/attorney/author Carol Booker will be at the Garvey Senior Activity Center to present her newest book, The Farmer’s Wife (New Bay Books, Nov. 2024), a nonfiction account of one of the most remarkable years in post-Civil War Southern Maryland - 1877. Advance registration is required.
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Sweetheart Cupcakes
Garvey Senior Activity Center
Wednesday, April 16
4-6 p.m.
Cost: $30
Join Rebecca of Sweetheart Cupcakes to learn how to decorate cupcakes for events, holidays, or that special someone. You will complete 4 cupcakes to take home or share. All supplies are provided so bring an apron and make some great cupcakes! Advanced registration is required.
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Glass Mosaic Frame with Cheryl Hiller
Northern Senior Activity Center
Thursday, April 17, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Cost: $35
Use your creative powers to create a one-of-a-kind stunning mosaic frame with instructor, Cheryl Hiller! Start with a blank canvas – a 10x8 frame (opening 5x7) – and plenty of sparkling glass tiles and small colorful knick-knacks to choose from. Piece by piece, transform the plain frame into a beautiful work of art! All materials are provided. Feel free to bring a sentimental decoration or costume jewelry to incorporate into your craft.
Not creative? Cheryl will provide printed ideas to choose from and plenty of instruction on how to proceed. IMPORTANT: Safety glasses, readers or bifocals are required since we are working with glass. Advance registration is required. -
Coffee with the Sheriff
Cost: Free
Loffler Senior Activity Center - Thursday, April 24, 10 a.m.
Garvey Senior Activity Center - Thursday, July 17, 10 a.m.
Northern Senior Activity Center - Thursday, November 20, 10 a.m.
Talk to Sheriff Steve Hall about your concerns and learn more about the community during Coffee with the Sheriff!
For more information, call 301-475-4200, ext. 1073, or visit https://www.stmaryscountymd.gov/Aging/TriadSALT/.
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Masquerade Craft
Garvey Senior Activity Center
Thursday, April 24, 6 p.m.
Cost: $10
Join us to make a masque you can wear to the upcoming
Senior Prom! Supplies will be provided.
Advanced registration is required.
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Luncheon With Folk Salad
Garvey Senior Activity Center
Friday, April 25
Doors Open: 11:30 a.m.
Lunch Served: 12 p.m.
Performance: 12:30 p.m.
Folk Salad is an eclectic, acoustic band that performs various light pop, oldies, folk, and originals. They've performed at many Southern Maryland locations and events since 2009. Their music will get your feet moving! Advanced registration is required. The cost for lunch is by donation for those ages 60 and above and $7 for those under the age of 60.
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Basket Weaving: Spring Market Basket
Northern Senior Activity Center
Friday, April 25, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Cost: $30
Pam King will instruct how to weave a simple, yet elegant, market-style basket with a Spring theme. All materials provided. All skill-levels welcome. Advance registration is required. -
Chair Dance Connection: Laughter’s Brain Boost
Northern Senior Activity Center
Monday, April 28, 1-2:30 p.m.
Cost: $15
Laughter is a true elixir for your brain! This joyful act enhances brain health, reducing risks of cognitive impairment, memory loss, and depression. By supercharging your intake of oxygen-rich air, laughter gives your mental well-being a delightful boost. Join instructors Judi Lyons and Paty Massón for a fun Chair Dance Connection – blending classic, funny songs with gentle, rhythmic movements. More than exercise… it's a joyous connection filled with laughter and happiness. advance registration is required.
IMPORTANT: Accessible to all skill-levels. Assisted or supported by a chair. Bring water and wear comfortable clothing.
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Make & Take Projects with Jamie
Loffler Senior Activity Center
Tuesday, April 29 – Folk Art Birds
10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Cost: $25 per session, supplies included
Painted on wood using acrylic. Use one of the designs shown or create your own design. These will be finished and ready to go on the day of the project! All materials included as well as step by step instruction and various design templates to choose from. Advance registration is required.