the Evelyn Cole Senior Activity Center!

Evelyn Cole Senior Activity Center
Spring 2014
Welcome to the Evelyn Cole Senior Activity Center!
March, April, May
Hours of Operation - Monday-Friday, 10:00am-2:00pm
Please note the center will be closed on:
Monday, May 26 (Memorial Day)
Spring Registration Begins
Registration – Monday, Feb 10 for Residents
Registration – Tuesday, Feb 18 for Non-Residents
Please register at least one week prior to the class/trip start date so we can plan
accordingly.
A minimum number of registrants are required for programs to be held.
See refund policy on back page.
5720 Addison Rd, Seat Pleasant, Maryland 20743
Telephone: (301) 386 – 5525
TTY: (301) 446-3402
Evelyn Cole Senior Activity Center Amenities
FITNESS ROOM
The fitness room is available
Monday thru Friday, 10am2pm. The fitness room is
FREE for bi-county
residents (Prince George’s
and Montgomery County) 60
& Better.
FITNESS ROOM AND GYM
CLUBS
The following are clubs at
Evelyn Cole Senior
Activity Center that
enables you to meet new
friends: lunch bunch, arts
and crafts, coupon,
knitting & crocheting club.
BILLIARDS ROOM
BINGO
GAMES
Come in and play numerous
table games.
Stop by and challenge
someone today!
FIRESIDE LOUNGE
Bingo
is held
at AND
the center
and Wednesdays
from 12:30-1:30pm.
FITNESS
ROOM
GYM on Mondays
BILLIARDS
ROOM
FIRESIDE LOUNGE
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NOTE:
When you see these feet, know that the activity involves a lot of walking.
Evelyn Cole Senior Activity Center: Classes
Class Name
Sewing
Location
Multipurpose
Room
Day/Dates
Time
Barcode
Thursdays
Mar 27 – Apr 17
Apr 24 – May 15
May 22 – June 12
10am-2pm
10am-2pm
10am-2pm
Fee
1396867 $20-R/$24-NR
1396868 Participants must
1396869 bring easy pattern,
scissors, straight
pins, thread, fabric,
and interfacing.
R= Residents of Prince George’s and Montgomery Counties NR= Non-residents of Prince George’s and Montgomery
Seasoned Adults Growing Educationally (SAGE)
Prince George’s Community College
SAGE Program at Evelyn Cole Activity Center
Course
HES
910
Title: Sub-Title/Specific Focus
Healthy Living – Line Dance
Instructors
Meadows, Bob
Days
Times
Dates
Sessions
Fri
10am-Noon
Feb 14-May 23
14
You must register for SAGE classes through the Prince George’s Community College.
2014 "No Class" Dates for SAGE classes
*
April 14-19, 2014
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Free Blood Pressure Screening
Every Second and Fourth Friday 9:30 - 11:30am
Screening Dates:
Friday, March 14th & 28th
Friday, April 11th & 25th
Friday, May 9th & 23rd
Evelyn Cole Senior Activity Center: Trips & Special Events
March 2014
All Shades of Pink – Breast Cancer Comfort Blankets Class
Wednesday, March 5 & 19
Free
10 - 11am
Come and learn how to make comfort blankets for breast cancer patients. Participants should have a
basic/beginner’s knowledge of crocheting including understanding how to make a “chain”, “double crochet
stitch”, and “slip stitch”. All supplies will be provided by All Shades of Pink (ASOP), Inc. ASOP is every
first and third Wednesday of each month.
Movie Matinee: “Mama I Want To Sing”
Thursday, March 6
Free
12:15 - 2pm
R&B star Ciara headlines this inspirational film that also features Lynn Whitfield, Patti LaBelle, and Juanita
Bynum. Amara (Ciara) has an amazing voice, and she's finally getting the attention and fame she
deserves. But the young woman forgets her roots singing in church and quickly gets caught up in the glitz
and glamour of celebrity.
Body Analysis Composition
Friday, March 7
Free
10 - 11:30am
Fitness-On-The-Go representatives will take body measurement, perform body fat analysis, and weight
will be reviewed to recommend healthy lifestyle changes. Please sign up at the center no later than one
week prior to the session.
Evelyn Cole Senior Activity Center: Trips & Special Events
Thrift Store Trip
Tuesday, March 11
Fee: $5/Resident; $6/Non-Resident
10am - 2pm
SMARTlink# 1394432
Find the best deals as we take a trip to one of the biggest thrift stores in the Metropolitan area. You may
discover great bargains and treasures! Shopping and lunch are at your own expense. Transportation
aboard M-NCPPC Activity bus.
Therapeutic Chair Massage
Friday, March 21
$5/Resident; $6/Non-Resident
Noon-2pm
Therapeutic massage can help you feel good at any age. It is especially beneficial for maintaining
youthful characteristics as you grow older. Massage helps improve general health, addresses problem
conditions, and enhances the quality of life. Sign up for your ten minute massage at the center
registration desk. Spaces are limited so sign up today!
Birthday Recognition
Friday, March 21
Free
1:30 - 2pm
Evelyn Cole Senior Activity Center seniors that have a senior ID card are welcome to join us as we
recognize our winter birthdays with cake and ice cream. Don’t have an ID? Sign up to get one so you
don’t miss out on all the fun. Sign up no later than one week prior to the birthday recognition.
Busboys and Poets
Tuesday, March 25
Fee: $7/Resident; $9/Non-Resident
10am - 2pm
SMARTlink# 1408317
Join us as we take a trip to Busboys and Poets. Busboys and Poets is a restaurant, bookstore, lounge,
and theater in Washington, D.C on the corner of 14th & U Streets. It has been described as a haven for
writers, thinkers and performers from America's progressive social and political movements. Lunch is at
your own expense. Transportation aboard M-NCPPC Activity bus.
Arundel Mill Mall & Maryland Live!
Thursday, March 27
Fee: $10/Resident; $12/Non-Resident
10am - 4pm
SMARTlink# 1397169
The Maryland Live! Casino features slot machines, electronic table games and nationally acclaimed
restaurants such as Bobby’s Burger Palace. Or, you may prefer to shop at Arundel Mills Mall, Maryland’s
largest outlet and value retail shopping, dining and entertainment destination with more than 200 indoor
stores. Lunch is at your own expense. No refunds unless trip is cancelled, or unless spot is resold.
Transportation aboard M-NCPPC Activity bus.
Evelyn Cole Senior Activity Center: Special Events
Senior Music & Arts Series
This new senior program highlights performing artists
of various music genres and art forms.
Spring Performance Dates:
Thursday, March 13 12:45-1:45pm
Location: John E Howard Senior Activity Center
‘5 ON Friday Band
Featuring Pianist - Ann Palmer’
Friday, April 18
Noon-2pm
Location: Evelyn Cole Senior Activity Center
Jazz Appreciation Day Featuring:
Roxanne’s Artiques - Jazz Ensemble
and
Maestro Greg Watkins performing
“A Tribute to Nat King Cole”
Friday, May 23
George H. Smith - Artwork and
Printmaking Demonstrations
12:45-1:45pm
Location: John E Howard Senior Activity Center
Light refreshments Will Be Served.
Transportation to John E. Howard Senior Activity Center is provided by Senior Nutrition bus for
those enrolled in Senior Nutrition program. Those that do not ride the Senior Nutrition Bus, you must
sign up at the center for transportation.
“Make It and Take It” Arts & Craft Club
Every Tuesday and Thursday
10 - 11:30am/12:30 - 2pm
FREE
Choose from a small variety of arts & craft kits/projects. Independently work at your own leisure and pace.
Participants will be able to take their kit/project home after completion. Space is limited and on a “first
come first serve basis”.
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Be part of this exciting comfort blanket project for
breast cancer patients!
Learn how to crochet (for beginners and experienced crotchetier), come and take part in this
great goodwill project and make All Shades of Pink comfort blankets for breast cancer
patients. You will receive instruction and all the supplies needed to crochet a comfort blanket!
The more blankets created, the more breast cancer patients will receive this symbol of love
and comfort during a difficult time in their life.
Every First and Third Wednesday, 10-11am
March 5, 19 and April 2, 16 and May 7, 21
Free!
Call 301-386-5525 to register or sign up at the center.
Evelyn Cole Senior Activity Center: Trips & Special Events
April 2014
All Shades of Pink – Breast Cancer Comfort Blankets Class
Wednesday, April 2, 16
Free
10 - 11am
Come and learn how to make comfort blankets for breast cancer patients. Participants should have a
basic/beginner’s knowledge of crocheting including understanding how to make a “chain”, “double crochet
stitch”, and “slip stitch”. All supplies will be provided by All Shades of Pink (ASOP), Inc. ASOP is every
first and third Wednesday of each month.
Hagerstown Premium Outlets
Thursday, April 3
Fee: $38/Resident; $46/Non-Resident
9:30am - 5pm
SMARTlink# 1397167
All aboard as we head to Hagerstown Outlet Mall in Washington County, MD. Fee includes transportation.
Meals and shopping are at your own expense. Space is limited so please register early. Transportation
provided by M-NCPPC Commission bus.
Body Analysis Composition
Friday, April 4
Free
10 - 11:30am
Fitness-On-The-Go representatives will take body measurement, perform body fat analysis, and weight
will be reviewed to recommend healthy lifestyle changes. Please sign up at the center no later than one
week prior to the session.
Wii Bowling Tournament
Friday, April 11
Free
Noon-2pm
For years we have played ‘Wii Sports’ bowling for friendly competition. Now the stakes have been “turned
up a notch”. Join us in this Wii Bowling Tournament for your chance to win team and individual prizes.
Space is limited so sign up at Center.
Evelyn Cole Senior Activity Center: Trips & Special Events
Therapeutic Chair Massage
Friday, April 18
$5/Resident; $6/Non-Resident
Noon-2pm
Therapeutic massage can help you feel good at any age. It is especially beneficial for maintaining
youthful characteristics as you grow older. Massage helps improve general health, addresses problem
conditions, and enhances the quality of life. Sign up for your ten minute massage at the center
registration desk. Spaces are limited so sign up today!
Patuxent Research Refuge: Seniors
Tuesday, April 22
Fee: $5/Residents; $6/Non- Residents
10am - 2pm
SMARTlink #: 1396774
The National Wildlife Refuge System is the world’s largest network of lands and waters dedicated to
protecting wildlife and their habitat. Join us as we visit one of their unique facilities that is administered
by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, that offers views of animals up close and in their own environment.
Lunch is at your expense at a local restaurant. Transportation aboard M-NCPPC Activity bus.
Dallas Black Dance Theater
Friday, April 25
Fee: $12/Resident; $15/Non-Resident
10am – 2pm
SMARTlink# 1406967
Join us to see the world -traveled Dallas Black Dance Theater. As you experience the kaleidoscopic
beauty and energy of their motions, you'll want to leave your seat and glide across the stage. The fee
includes transportation aboard M-NCPPC Activity bus and admission. Lunch will be at a local restaurant
at your own expense.
Evelyn Cole Senior Activity Center: Trips & Special Events
May 2014
Body Analysis Composition
Friday, May 2
Free
10 - 11:30am
Fitness-On-The-Go representatives will take body measurement, perform body fat analysis, and weight
will be reviewed to recommend healthy lifestyle changes. Please sign up at the center no later than one
week prior to the session.
All Shades of Pink – Breast Cancer Comfort Blankets Class
Wednesday, May 7 & 21
Free
10 - 11am
Come and learn how to make comfort blankets for breast cancer patients. Participants should have a
basic/beginner’s knowledge of crocheting including understanding how to make a “chain”, “double crochet
stitch”, and “slip stitch”. All supplies will be provided by All Shades of Pink (ASOP), Inc. ASOP is every
first and third Wednesday of each month.
Ben’s Chili Bowl
Wednesday, May 7
Fee: $7/Resident; $9/Non-Resident
10:30am -2pm
SMARTlink# 1396675
Join us as we take a trip to the historic Ben’s Chili Bowl. Ben's Chili Bowl is a landmark restaurant in
Washington, D.C., located at 1213 U Street, next to Lincoln Theatre, in the Shaw neighborhood of
northwest D.C. It is known locally for its chili dogs, half-smokes, and milkshakes, and has been an integral
part of the neighborhood's history since its founding in 1958. It was frequented by both police and
protesters during the 1968 Washington, D.C. riots, and is regularly visited by celebrities, such as Bill
Cosby and Chris Tucker. Lunch is at your own expense. Transportation aboard M-NCPPC Activity bus.
Annapolis Harbor Cruise
Tuesday, May 13
Fee: $15/Resident; $18/Non-Resident
11am - 5pm
SMARTlink# 1396418
Take a 40-minute narrated boat tour of historic Annapolis Harbor and then enjoy a delicious lunch at
Phillips Seafood Restaurant. Fee includes transportation and cruise fee. Lunch is at your own expense.
Transportation aboard M-NCPPC Activity bus
Therapeutic Chair Massage
Friday, May 16
$5/Resident; $6/Non-Resident
Noon-2pm
Therapeutic massage can help you feel good at any age. It is especially beneficial for maintaining
youthful characteristics as you grow older. Massage helps improve general health, addresses problem
conditions, and enhances the quality of life. Sign up for your ten minute massage at the center
registration desk. Spaces are limited so sign up today!
Evelyn Cole Senior Activity Center: Trips & Special Events
Senior Hat and Tea Social
Friday, May 16
Fee: $7/Resident; $9/Non-Resident
12:30pm-2pm
SMARTlink# 1396368
Evelyn Cole Senior Activity Center presents our annual Hat and Tea Social. Enjoy an assortment of teas,
pastries and tea sandwiches along with live entertainment. Space is limited, please register early.
Senior Health and Fitness Day
Free
Wednesday, May 21
10am – 2pm
Exercise, walk, dance, swim, and visit numerous exhibitors which will provide information on health,
wellness and services for seniors. Other activities include free chair massages, use of the fitness room,
the pool and health screenings are available. Come and join other seniors from around the county!
Space iss limited so sign up for transportation at Evelyn Cole Senior Activity Center no later than
Wednesday, May 14th. Transportation aboard M-NCPPC Activity bus.
SENIOR MUSIC AND ARTS SERIES:
Friday, May 23
Art Work and Printmaking
12:45pm – 1:45pm
Free
Evelyn Cole Senior Activity Center will take a trip to John E Howard Senior Activity (JEHSAC) for an
interactive Artwork and Printmaking Demonstration by artist George H. Smith. The Nutrition Bus will be
rerouted and lunch will be served at JEHSAC. Those that do not ride the Senior Nutrition Bus must sign
up for MNCPPC transportation no later than Friday, May 16. Seats are limited so sign up early.
‘UniverSoul Circus’
Thursday, May 29
Fee: $25/Resident; $30/Non-Resident
9:30am – 3:30pm
SMARTlink# 1397168
The UniverSoul Circus is the most interactive circus in the world. It is deeply rooted in traditional circus,
with a fresh and energetic flair that is just right for today the definitely as unexpected as tomorrow. As
how you don’t want to miss. Transportation aboard M-NCPPC Activity bus. Lunch at your own expense
following the show.
Evelyn Cole Senior Activity Center: Trips & Special Events
SENIOR HAT AND TEA SOCIAL
Fee: $7/Resident; $9/Non-Resident
Friday, May 16, 2014
12:30pm-2pm
SMARTlink# 1396368
Evelyn Cole Senior Activity Center presents our annual
Hat and Tea Social. Enjoy an assortment of teas and tea
cookies along with live entertainment. Space is limited, please
register early.
Evelyn Cole Senior Activity Center: Weekly Activities
ACTIVITY
ROOM
DAY
TIME
Multipurpose Room
Mondays
10:15 - 10:45am
FREE
Multipurpose Room
Monday-Friday
10 - 11:30am
FREE
Fitness Room
Fitness Room
Monday-Friday
9am - 2pm
FREE
with ID
Coupon Club
Multipurpose Room
Mondays
10 - 11am
FREE
10 - 11:30am
FREE
10am - 2pm
FREE
Chat it up!
FEE
Come join in lively
discussions on current
events, or other topics of
interest.
Card Games
Drop in and play Uno and
other card games
Mr. C will make coupon
shopping lots of fun!
Wii Sports Games
Tuesdays &
Multipurpose Room
Join us as we play popular
Thursdays
Wii games.
Dominoes
Multipurpose Room Monday – Friday
Just for the fun of it. Sets
available at senior activity
center desk.
Arts and Craft Club
Arts & Craft Area
Tuesday &
Craft kits and supplies are
Thursday
made available to work on,
independently, at your own
pace.
Multi-purpose Room Tuesdays and
Morning Stretch
II
Fridays
10:30 - 11:30am
FREE
Break for lunch &
complete project from
12:30 - 2pm
10:30 - 11:30am
FREE
Evelyn Cole Senior Activity Center: Information Corner
IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS
Senior Nutrition/Transportation
Department of Family Services
Seniors County Information
Medicare Information
Call-A-Bus
301-265-8475
301-265-8400
301-265-8400
800-233-1124
301-499-8603
SENIOR NUTRITION PROGRAM
The Senior Nutrition Program (a nutritious hot
lunch) is offered Monday through Friday featuring
a healthy, well-balanced meal. Individuals who
are 60 & better can reserve a meal by contacting
our Nutrition Manager, Annie Allen or by
contacting the Department of Family Services
Nutrition Office at 301-265-8475.
You must register by 1pm the day before you
would like a meal, register by 1pm Friday for a
Monday meal.
The actual donation is $3.00. Please donate as
much as you can. If you need to cancel your meal,
please do so at two (2) days in advance with Ms.
Annie Allen, Nutrition Manager. Please bring exact
change to cover your donation.
Note: There will be no lunch program when Prince
George’s County schools have a delayed opening
or closed due to inclement weather conditions.
Reminder: Lunch is subject to change depending
on the Office on Aging’s schedule.
FOR YOUR INFORMATION
Moved? Number changed?
Volunteer Opportunities
Refund Policy:
From time to time, please stop
at the office and make sure your
personal information is correct.
Let us know if you have any
changes including emergency
contact names and phone
numbers.
Do you have a special skill or
talent you would like to share
with others? Would you like to
teach classes to seniors, here at
the Evelyn Cole Senior Activity
Center? If so, give us a call at
(301) 386-5525.
Class and activity refunds are
subject to a 20% handling fee and
must be requested in writing.
Trip refunds will only be
available if your registration is
replaced by someone on the
waiting list. If you must cancel
your reservation, please contact
the center staff as soon as
possible.
DISABILITY ACCOMMODATIONS
The Department of Parks and Recreation encourages and supports the participation of individuals
with disabilities. Register a minimum of two weeks in advance of the program start date to request
and receive a disability accommodation.
INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY
If the weather outside is frightful, M-NCPPC typically follows the decisions of Montgomery and Prince
George’s County Governments in announcing closings and delays related to weather related
emergencies. Please listen to your radio and/or television or visit our website at www.pgparks.com
to determine if the center is closed due to adverse weather conditions.