Get Into the Act With Older Americans Month and Berks Encore

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May 2015 • Vol. 15 • Issue 05 • www.BerksEncore.org
For information on advertising in berksencore news please contact 610-374-3195, ext. 227.
Inside This Issue...
Agency Happenings ..... pgs 3~5
Anniversaries .................... pg 20
Berks Encore Programs ...... pg 14
Center News ..............pgs 15, 18
Combat Veteran Remembers .. pg 20
Editorial .............................. pg 2
Law and Order..........pgs 12~13
Member Discount Program . pg 5
On-Going Activities.. pgs 16 & 17
Your Community ......pgs 19~31
Your Health .................pgs 8 & 9
Your Technology ................ pg 10
Board Spotlight .................. pg 6
Center Spotlight ................. pg 7
Berks Countian
Linda Baer ........................pg 19
Get Into the Act With Older
Americans Month and Berks Encore
May is Older AmeriManager at 610-374-3195,
cans Month! Older
ext. 214.
Americans Month was
To help us celebrate
established in 1963 and
Older Americans Month
aims to acknowledge
we’re hoping you take
the contributions of
time this month to visit
past and current older
a center near you to take
adults in their commupart in a wide variety of
nities. This year’s Older
activities. From exercise to
Americans Month
music to games, we know
theme is Get into the
you’ll enjoy your time.
Act, which puts into
You have three opportufocus how older adults
nities to hear the musical
can take charge of their
talents of Bob Kreitz this
health, get engaged in
Mifflin Center participants enjoy laughter and companionship.
month. He’ll be performtheir communities, and
ing
at
the
Birdsboro
Center
on May 6 at 10:30
make a positive impact in the lives of others.
a.m. as part of the center’s Spring Fling event; the
Berks Encore centers are dedicated to improving Mifflin Center on May 21 at 12 p.m. as part of the
the lives of Berks County older adults. To continue center’s Memorial Day Party; and the Wernersville
their mission, our six centers have launched GivCenter on May 26 at 12 p.m. as part of the Spring
ing Back Projects, monthly service projects held
Fling luncheon. Thanks to the Music Performance
at each center to benefit our local community.
Trust Fund (MPTF), the American Federation
Berks Encore was founded on the premise of acof Musicians (AFM), and the National Council
tive seniors helping other seniors, and we hope to
on Aging’s (NCOA) National Institute of Senior
continue this mission with your help. This month
Centers for helping us bring you this musical prowe’re kicking off our service projects with the Cell
gramming.
Phones for Soldiers project. Each center will be a
Looking to get moving and get in shape? Each of
collection point. You can drop off used cell phones,
our
Reading, Fleetwood, and Strausstown Centers
which will be sold to recycling firms. The proceeds
have fitness rooms available for individual exercise.
from sales of those phones are used to buy calling
cards for our soldiers overseas who may not have an And all of our six centers offer exercise classes,
from gentle yoga to tai chi to the more vigorous
affordable way to call their loved ones; each week,
Zumba Gold.
3,000 calling cards are mailed to soldiers. To learn
Each center has unique opportunities for fun and
more about the Cell Phones for Soldiers project,
friendship. Visit us soon!
visit www.cellphonesforsoldiers.com. If you have
an idea for a service project, or would like to get
For more information on center activities, visit
involved, please call Lisa Lorah, Berks Encore
pages 15 to 18.
Director of Center Operations & Reading Center
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From the desk of . . .
EDITORIAL
LUANN OATMAN
ance. Volunteers are the most valuable resource of the APPRISE
program—and Berks Encore.
Dear Reader
We’re gearing up for a
busy—and fun—May! We’re
LuAnn Oatman, President
celebrating Older Americans
Month, and that means we’re celebrating YOU. Our centers are
packed with a wide variety of activities that I’m sure you’ll enjoy.
This month I hope you’re also thinking about making a difference.
Berks Encore is fueled by the generosity, support, and activity of
older adults countywide! From VITA volunteers and Meals on
Wheels delivery and kitchen volunteers, to the office volunteers,
and everyone in between—we could not impact nearly as many
lives without you.
Thank you for your continued support—we hope to see you soon
at a center near you!
Sincerely,
LuAnn Oatman,
President/CEO
Looking for a Rewarding Opportunity?
Volunteer as a MEDICARE COUNSELOR
and help your neighbors by taking
some confusion out
of Medicare.
On-line training
and mentoring available contact us today!
Call Berks Encore
at 610-374-3195,
x 226
www.BerksEncore.org
We have another opportunity for you if you’re looking to make a
difference in your community: becoming an APPRISE volunteer.
APPRISE volunteers help Pennsylvanians with Medicare understand their health insurance options and help them make sound
decisions about what is best for them. We at Berks Encore provide
the training; you provide the enthusiasm and information that
clients need to move forward confidentially with their health insur-
OUR MISSION
15th Annual Community Breakfast
The Reading Eagle has been committed to Berks County for 150 years.
More than just providing the local news, the Reading Eagle supports
local causes and events.
On June 3, 2015, Berks Encore will honor the Reading Eagle for its
Leadership by Example Award at its 15th Annual Community Breakfast.
Please join us at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Wyomissing to celebrate the
Reading Eagle Company’s outstanding accomplishments.
Doors will open at 7 a.m., with the breakfast buffet beginning at 7:15
a.m. The program begins at 7:45 a.m.
Tickets for the event are $50 for individuals or $1,000 for a table of ten.
Sponsorships and program ads are also available and are listed on Berks
Encore’s website, www.BerksEncore.org/Community-Breakfast. If
you have any questions, please call Sarah at 610-374-3195, x228.
berksencore news is published monthly by berksencore
berksencore news • MAY 2015
40 N. 9th Street, Reading, PA 19601 • Phone 610-374-3195
Chairperson, Board of Directors Carl W. Staples
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Editor Melissah Jablonski • Assistant Editor Sarah Hunter-Lascoskie
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Programs, Services and Resources
for Berks County Seniors
SHARE THE LOVE
On Thursday, May 21, from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at Calvary
Bible Fellowship Church (4891 Penn Avenue in Sinking
Spring) join Berks Encore’s Dot Hartman, Ann Barlet
of the Berks county Area Agency on Aging, and Jodie
Gellenger of CBFC Health Ministry as they outline the
variety of services and resources available to older adults
in Berks County. Brochures will be available from various
organizations across the county, and a Q&A session will
follow the presentations.
Medicare Mondays
Are you turning 65 in 2015? Register for Medicare Mondays! Come and learn
the basics of Medicare, how to enroll, how you can supplement your Medicare
benefits, what Medicare coverage will cost and what financial assistance is
available. To register, please call (610) 374-3195, x208. All sessions begin at
6:30 p.m. starting in 2015.
• June 22 – Keystone Villa Douglassville
1180 Benjamin Franklin Highway, Douglassville
• July 27 – Berks Encore-Fleetwood
109 W. Vine Street, Fleetwood
APPRISE is a free health insurance counseling program for Pennsylvanians with
Medicare. Berks Encore counselors are available to help you understand your
Medicare benefits.
The Restaurant at
Campaign Wins Big
Berks Encore’s Share the Love
Campaign, a partnership with
Subaru of America and Meals on
Wheels America which ran during the 2014 holiday
season, has won second
place nationally among
175 local Meals on
Wheels program, earning a $25,000 grant
from Meals on Wheels
America! Thanks to
Subaru partner Steve
Moyer Subaru, Fleetwood Bank, Lausch’s
Moving & Storage,
Assured Assistance/
Paramount Living Aids,
Heritage at Green
Hills, Green Hills Manor, and Triose, our Share the Love – Stuff
the Cooler partners. The funds will be used for the Meals on
Wheels program throughout Berks County.
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AGENCY HAPPENINGS
NEW!
FEATURE
BERKS ENCORE LOOKS BACK:
The Older Americans Act
volunteer opportunities; created grants for Native AmericanMay is Older Americans Month, and a great time to look
at a piece of legislation that had a tremendous impact on the focused aging programs; created state grants for programs
lives of seniors: the Older Americans Act of 1965. The Older related to elder rights protection.
Americans Act was part of President Lyndon B. Johnson’s
Today, many of the services seniors rely on—including
vision for America, the Great Society. The Great Society
many that Berks Encore provides, such as Meals on Wheels,
was comprised of domestic programs
and advocacy programs—are made posaimed at eliminating poverty and
Lengthening the life span is a major sible by the OAA. Meals on Wheels and
racial injustice. The passage of the
achievement of our time. It is also the other senior nutrition programs, elder
Older Americans Act was a major
source of one of the major challenges abuse prevention, caregivers support, legal
step towards improving the lives of
to the values and the vision of our services, in-home services, and transportathe growing number of older AmeriGreat Society. tion programs are all supported at least in
cans, who were living longer than
— Lyndon B. Johnson, part by the OAA. The OAA has helped
they ever had in the nation’s history,
Remarks at the Signing of the millions of seniors remain independent
and helping them remain indepenOlder Americans Act, July 14 1965 and healthy. The number of seniors it
dent in their homes and communities.
serves continues to grow: today, one in six
Americans is considered an older adult. In a mere 15 years,
The OAA was the result of previous legislative efforts
approximately 25 percent of Americans will be 60 years or
calling for protections of America’s older adults: in 1956, a
older. The OAA continues to be successfully reauthorized
Special Staff on Aging was established within the Office of
and has enjoyed bipartisan support.
the Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare, and a Federal Council on Aging was created by President Dwight D.
Join us next month, when we’ll take another look at Berks
Eisenhower. Momentum grew just two years later, when legEncore’s history, including the development of its centers and
islation calling for a White House Conference on Aging was interviews with longtime friends and staff of Berks Encore.
introduced (the first such Conference on Aging would occur
in 1961). By 1962, legislation was introduced to Congress to
establish a permanent Commission on Aging. Nationally as
well as in Berks County, momentum surrounding the dignity
and welfare of older Americans was at the forefront of legislation.
The OAA’s purpose is broad—to provide services and support to older adults, which allows them to remain independent and engaged—and is divided into seven titles. The passage of the OAA and its seven titles prompted the creation
of 629 area agencies on aging (of which the Berks County
Area Agency on Aging is part); created various specific
projects including healthcare service in rural areas, computer
training, and civic engagement; established programs to engage low-income seniors in community service employment/
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Membership Discount Program
Being a member of Berks Encore definitely has
its perks! The Berks Encore Membership Discount
Program partners with local businesses, organizations
and restaurants to give Berks Encore members a discount
at their establishments. Each month, we will have
an updated list of participating locations their specific
discount details.
TO RECEIVE A DISCOUNT, YOU MUST SHOW YOUR BERKS ENCORE
MEMBERSHIP CARD PRIOR TO PURCHASE!
• ViVá Bistro & Lounge – (610) 685-5299
10% discount on Lunches, Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
and Early Dinners, Monday through Saturday from 4 – 6 p.m.
and purchase of Gift Cards
• Hearing Aid Associates – (610) 816-6024
$500 off a pair of hearing aids
and one year of free hearing aid batteries
• Reading Renovations – 1(800) 977-2358
15% off any service (materials excluded)
• Advantage Home Care – (610) 378-0491
Free Lifeline Service installation (one per household)
• Paramount Living Aids - 1- 800-886-6364
$200 off the purchase and installation of any new Stair Lift.
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• Shillington Laundromat – (610) 775-0149
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Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-7 p.m.
• PC Ninja, Computer Services and Repair – (610) 816-5387
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Cannot be combined with any other offers.
Discount amounts, program details and participating locations vary and are subject to
change. Please read Berks Encore News each month for the latest updates.
• The Hitchcock Group – (610) 944-0433
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BOARD SPOTLIGHT
BOARD SPOTLIGHT:
Peg Kiebach
Berks Encore’s mission impacts
countless families countywide;
Berks Encore’s services and volunteer opportunities can often
lead to a longtime relationship
with the agency for many people. Peg Kiebach’s relationship
with Berks Encore began with
her use of APPRISE Medicare counseling services for
her mother, and continued when Peg became a Meals on
Wheels volunteer post-retirement.
As her involvement in Berks Encore grew, so did her
appreciation for Berks Encore’s mission. When she was
invited to become a board member, she jumped at the
chance: “It was a way to give back and learn more about
the services provided by Berks Encore to the senior citizens of Berks County.”
Peg joined the Berks Encore Board of Directors in
June 2013 and volunteered to be part of the Senior Expo
Committee in addition to helping the day of the Expo.
She volunteers in numerous other ways, including at the
annual summer picnic and her once-a-month Meals on
Wheels route from the Wernersville Center, and fills in
as a volunteer wherever needed at Berks Encore events.
“I enjoy every minute of it, and am amazed at the staff
of Berks Encore, who all go way above and beyond their
duties to help seniors,” Peg says. “They are constantly
looking for ways to improve and expand services in an
ever-changing environment.”
Peg is continuing her busy pace of service with Berks
Encore. In 2015, she joined the Black Tie Bingo Committee, which is planning Berks Encore’s 50th anniversary
gala event in December. “I’m looking forward to a successful 50th anniversary celebration to honor and highlight Berks Encore,” Peg explains.
Peg lives in South Heidelberg Township with her
husband, Dennis, who also volunteers for Berks Encore,
and their two senior golden retrievers. She enjoys watching her four grandsons play sports, traveling with friends,
and taking the dogs for walks. Peg also serves as Treasurer
and volunteer for the Delaware Valley Golden Retriever
Rescue in Reinholds, PA, and is involved with the VFW
Ladies Auxiliary in Womelsdorf.
Thank you, Peg, for your continued support and service!
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CENTER SPOTLIGHT:
Strausstown Center participants enjoy conversation on March 18’s Celebrity Day.
We are currently looking for pinochle and haussy card
players. Join us on a Thursday morning for our card and
game club, featuring Kings on the Corner and Baseball
card games as well as Uno and Dominoes. We are always
open to most any game you would like to share or learn.
Bingo, Pokeno, Wii bowling and Table Tennis are a few
of the other activities we offer at the center. In addition
to our weekly activities, we also hold monthly Medicare
and supplemental insurance counseling and Area Agency
on Aging counseling. These dates can be found on the
Strausstown calendar in each issue of Berks Encore News.
As always, if you are looking to volunteer your time
with the Meals on Wheels program, please call 610-4885770. Come out and see everything the Strausstown
center has to offer. We will make you feel right at home!
Make a Difference
In Someone’s Life!
MEALS ON WHEELS
MEALS ON WHEELS
URGENT!
VOLUNTEERS
NEEDED
Meals on Wheels ensures that
homebound seniors receive
hot, nutritious meals.
Drivers, runners, and
kitchen help are always
needed throughout
Berks County.
CALL 610-374-3195,
EXT. 220 FOR MORE
INFORMATION
or visit us at
www.BerksEncore.org
PETS & SENIORS
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Welcome to the Berks Encore-Strausstown Center!
Nestled at the base of the Blue Mountains, we are located
at 44 East Avenue in the Strausstown Community
Campus just off Route 183. Many new and exciting
activities are happening here; take a look!
Consider joining one of our exercise classes. Our Silver
Sneakers exercise class is a fun way to stay in shape.
Aimed at seniors, it is a 45-minute strength training
workout including weights and bands. It is offered at the
center on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10:15 a.m. Our
Silver Sneakers Yoga class is on Tuesdays and Thursdays
at 9:10 a.m. Simple stretching movements and breathing
techniques are the highlight of this workout. We
also offer a basic Aerobics class, also on Tuesdays and
Thursdays at 8:15 a.m. Join us for this early bird class!
For those with more stamina, we offer Zumba Gold – a
salsa dance-type workout to great music—every Friday at
10:30 a.m.
New to the center on Mondays at 9:30 a.m. is Gentle
Yoga, which combines seated and standing poses followed
by some floor work. At 10:45 a.m. is Tai Chi For
Arthritis and Fall Prevention. This is a gentle form of
exercise that has many benefits. Our resistance training
room is open from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Stop in and
take a tour and check out our equipment!
CENTER SPOTLIGHT
Berks Encore-Strausstown
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Keep Seniors and Aging Parents Independent and Safe!
YOUR HEALTH
By Mike Spillane at Mobile Sentry, One Meridian Blvd, Wyomissing PA, 19610, 877-560-9755
Many seniors and aging parents are living alone at home
because they want to stay independent. Here is an important
fact: more than 1 in 3 adults aged 65 and older fall in a given
year, according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention. Slips and falls are the main cause of senior injuries. Falls
can lead to debilitating injuries. Every day, nearly one million
seniors are treated in hospital emergency rooms from injuries
sustained at home.
If you are a senior or you have aging parents living independently, safety is key to freedom and security at home. Conducting your own senior home safety assessment designed to address
safety issues can make the home a safer place.
A complete room-to-room assessment of your home can
provide safety recommendations to help prevent a fall. You will
need to check all electrical and telephone cords; carpets, mats
and runners; bathroom handrails and clutter.
FOR EXAMPLE:
Are your small rugs and runners slip resistant?
SAFETY TIPS
• Remove all rugs and runners that tend to slide.
• Purchase new rugs with slip resistant backing.
• Apply rubber backing to all rugs.
• Check rugs and mats periodically.
Are any cords (telephone, lamp extension) in the flow of traffic?
SAFETY TIPS
• Move the phone so that telephone cords will not lie where people walk.
• Place cords on the floor against a wall where people can not trip over it.
• Arrange furniture so that outlets are available for lamps and appliances.
These are just two important safety steps to consider. It is
important not to wait for something to happen, but to take
preventative steps to give everyone a piece of mind.
GROCERY SHOPPING
Program
Berks Encore is proud to offer the service of grocery home
delivery, thanks to the partnership with Redner’s Warehouse
Markets! If you are over the age of 50 and have difficulty getting to a grocery store or doing your own shopping, Berks Encore’s volunteers will
do your shopping and deliver the groceries to your home on a regular basis.
“My neighbors have been wonderful helping me, but I don’t want to ask for
their help too often,” says Jeanne, one of the many Grocery Shopping Program
recipients. “This program has changed my life because now I am eating food
again that I couldn’t get before and it is wonderful.”
Now, the Grocery Shopping Program is able to accept SNAP (Food Stamp) payments from clients who utilize them.
If you are interested in becoming a client or volunteer, please call (610) 3743195, x220. Registration is easy; sign up for the Grocery Shopping Program today!
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STROKES:
by Denise Jozwiak, RN, Chronic Care Management Coordinator, Berks VNA
May is Stroke Awareness Month. Did you know a stroke occurs
about every 40 seconds? A stroke, also known as brain attack,
is always a medical emergency. It is extremely important to
call 911 if a stroke is suspected, because seconds count in
treating stroke patients. This article will focus on explaining
what stroke is, the signs and symptoms of stroke, risk factors of
stroke and stroke prevention. Sharing information on strokes
is very important because up to 80 percent of strokes may be
prevented.
The brain does not store oxygen or nutrients so a continuous
supply is provided by the bloodstream. A stroke occurs when
there is disruption of the blood flow in the brain and as a result,
brain cells are lost. When the disruption is caused by a blockage, the stroke is called ischemic. The overwhelming majority
of strokes are ischemic. If a blood vessel in the brain bursts or
leaks, the stroke is called hemorrhagic. For each minute that
stroke is untreated, 1.9 million brain cells may die.
The acronym FAST is used to recognize stroke warning signs:
F is for face. Is the person’s face drooping on one side or numb?
A is for arms. Is there one sided weakness? When holding the arms up is
one side drifting?
S is for speech. Is the person unable to speak, slurring words, or not making sense when speaks?
T is for time. Call 911 immediately if stroke signs are present.
Knowing the risk factors for a stroke is important because
stroke may be preventable. While some risk factors are not
controllable, like family history or age, many other risk factors can be improved. Certain medical conditions increase a
person’s chance of having a stroke. These conditions include
high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes with high blood
sugars, obesity, and atrial fibrillation. Lifestyle choices also may
increase the risk for stroke, including smoking, inactivity, and
excessive alcohol use.
Stroke prevention includes making sure blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugars, and weight are all in a healthy range. Talk
to your healthcare provider for more information on what levels
are recommended for you. Eating a healthy diet rich in fruits
and vegetables can reduce stroke risk by 30 percent; aim for a
minimum of five servings per day. Get active and plan an exercise program that is right for you with your healthcare provider.
Go to stroke.org and view the Risk Stroke Scorecard or go here
at Berks VNA for the Risk Stroke Scorecard at http://www.
berksvna.org/the-berks-vna-difference/stroke-risk-scorecard/.
Discuss the results with your healthcare provider to be on
your way to preventing stroke. Also share this information on
stroke, warning signs, risk factors, and stroke prevention with
your family and friends to increase stroke awareness and possibly prevent a stroke in the future.
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hardware, software, or spyware? Let PC Ninja save the day!
Join us every other month for Dear Ninja, where PC Ninja will
answer your most pressing computer issues and give you helpful
hints and tips to stay knowledgeable about your computer.
Send the Ninja your question via email at www.shunterlascoskie@berksencore.org or by mail at Berks Encore – Attn:
Berks Encore News 40 N. 9th Street Reading PA 19601.
QUESTION: How can I protect my computer against viruses?
The Ninja Says: Every computer should have one and only
one antivirus software installed. Often times, customers install
more than one type of antivirus software in order to give their
computer maximum protection. The truth is, when more than
one antivirus software is installed, the two programs cancel each
other out. Also, a common misconception is that this software
will give you 100% protection against viruses infecting your
computer. While it is a good preventative measure, you can still
get viruses if you have an antivirus software installed. There
are surveys stating that there is one antivirus that is better than
another, but at the end of the day, it does not really matter what
brand of antivirus you put on the computer as it is only a small
part of preventing your computer from viruses. The user still
has to be cautious with what he/she clicks when browsing the
web or opening an e-mail with an attachment. Be cautious of
Internet offers enticing you with gifts, discounts and prize money. Stay away from sites offering free games, movies and music.
Be careful of software scams on the Internet promising that it
will fix a computer problem, tune up your computer to make
it faster or a sudden pop up window that say your computer
has been infected with a lot of viruses. Those are key areas of
where a virus originates. Seek advice from a professional before
downloading a software tool claiming to fix your computer or
from a company you have not heard before. Follow the general
rule while you are surfing the Internet, “if it is too good to be
true, it probably is!”
For more information about PC Ninja, call 610-816-5387 or
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Join PC Ninja at the Mifflin Center on May 6 at 10:30 a.m.
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(Includes Corning Museum of Glass, Willard Memorial Chapel, Sonnenberg Gardens & Mansion, Finger Lakes Winery Tour
& Tasting, Scenic Lake Cruise, National
Soaring Museum, Wegman’s Marketplace,
Finger Lakes Gaming & Racetrack, 4
Meals incl. Dinner at Belhurst Castle)
May 20-22 (3 Days) .......................... $379.00
PITTSBURGH EXPRESS
(Includes Tour of Pittsburgh, Nationality
Rooms, Heintz Memorial Chapel, Cathedral of Learning, Gateway Clipper Cruise,
Phipps Conservatory & Botanical Gardens,
Duquesne Incline, “Fallingwater”, Flight 93
Memorial, 4 Meal incl Grand Concourse)
May 11-13 (3 Days) .......................... $440.00
July 6-8 (3 Days) ............................... .$429.00
OUTER BANKS, NORTH CAROLINA
(Includes Guided Tour of Cape Hatteras
incl. Lighthouse, Roanoke Island Festival
Park, Graveyard of the Atlantic, Wright
Brothers National Memorial, Elizabethan
Gardens, Bodie Island Lighthouse, Chicamacomico Lifesaving Station, 6 Meals)
May 26-29 (4 Days) .......................... $615.00
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA
& CLEVELAND, OHIO
VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA
(Includes Ft. Monroe & Casemate Museum, Hampton Roads Naval Museum,
Yankee Candle Company, Williamsburg
Pottery, Norfolk Naval Base Tour, Oceanfront Lodging, 6 Meals incl. Cap George’s
Seafood Smorgasbord)
May 11-14 (4 Days)
(Rivers Casino) ........................................ $479.00
CAPE MAY, NEW JERSEY
(Includes Trolley Tour of Historic District,
Tour of Physick Estate, Carriage House
Exhibit, Dolphin Watch Boat Cruise,
Washington Street Mall, Historic Smithville,
4 Meals incl. Elaine’s Dinner Theatre)
May 13-15 (3 Days) .......................... $379.00
LAKE GEORGE, NEW YORK
(Includes Tours of Saratoga Springs, Lake
Placid, & Lake George; Lake George
Cruise, Welcome Reception, 6 Meals incl.
a Dinner show)
May 16-19 (3 Days) ........................ $499.00
NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE
(Includes Tour of Nashville & Parthenon,
Johnny Cash Museum, Country Music
Hall of Fame, Grand Ole Opry, Texas
Troubadour Theater, Belle Meade Plantation Tour, 8 meals incl. Nashville Nightlife
Dinner Theatre)
(Includes Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, Lolley the Trolley City Tour, Pro Football Hall
of Fame, Rock ‘N Roll Hall of Fame, Great
Lakes Science Center, Downtown Cleveland, Duquesne Incline, Gateway Clipper
Cruise, Tour of Pittsburgh: Nationality
Rooms, Heinz Memorial Chapel, Cathedral
of Learning, Phipps Conservatory &
Botanical Gardens, Heinz Field, Flight 93
Memorial, “Fallingwater”, 10 Meals incl.
Nautica Queen Sunset Dinner Cruise,
Hard Rock Cafe, & Grand Concourse)
June 7-12 (6 Days) .......................... $875.00
FOXWOODS CASINO GREAT CEDAR HOTEL
(Includes Lodging at the Great Cedar Hotel, Foxwoods Casino $20 Slot Play, Visits
to Mohegan Sun Casino & Foxwood Tower
Casino, Tour of Providence Rl, Boat Ride
in Newport, 6 Meals w/Casino Vouchers)
June 21-24 (4 Days)......................... $439.00
BRANSON, MISSOURI
(Includes Overnights, Tour of College of
the Ozarks, 8 SHOWS including Dutton
Family, Mickey Gilley, Brett Family, Billy
Dean, Yakov Smirnoff, “Red, Hot, & Blue”,
Presentation of Molly Brown, Barbara
Fairchild; Tour of MarkTwain’s Boyhood
Home, Mississippi River Cuise, Tram Tour
at Dogwood Canyon Nature Park, Tram to
top of Gateway Arch w/Tour, 16 Meals incl.
Lambert’s Cafe & a Picnic)
June 21-28 (8 Days).....................$1,149.00
May 17-22 (6 days)........................... $699.00
July 19-24 (6 Days) ............................. $700.00
NIAGARA FALLS,
ONTARIO, CANADA
(Includes Tour of Niagara area & Niagaraon-the-Lake, Weiland Canal, Floral Clock,
FX Chocolates, Meals)
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(Tour of Toronto & Casa Lorna, Hornblower
Boat Cruise, Niagara Fallsview Casino,
8 Meals) ................................................... $577.00
June 22-26 (5 Days) (Tour of Toronto, Casa
Loma, Harbor Cruise, Hornblower Cruise, Fallsview
Casino, 8 Meals Including Skylon Tower & “Oh,
Canada, Eh?!” Dinner Show)................... $736.00
“JOSEPH” IN LANCASTER,
PA-DAY TRIP
(Includes “JOSEPH” at the Millennium
Theatre, Kitchen Kettle Village, & Shady
Maple All-You-Can-Eat Smorgasbord)
Wednesday, July 22 (Day Trip)... $129.00
MACKINAC ISLAND
& FRANKENMUTH
(Includes Henry Ford Museum, HorseDrawn Carriage Tour of Mackinac Island,
Visit to Grand Hotel, Bronner’s Christmas
Wonderland, Frankenmuth Village Shops,
Hydro-Jet Ferry Ride, Kewadin Shores
Casino, 8 Meals)
June 9-14 (6 Days) .............................. $630.00
26 E. Lancaster Ave., Reading, PA 19607
CALL 610-775-5000
OUR TOURS INCLUDE: Meals, Transportation,
Lodging, Activities & Entertainment.
Price Quoted: Per Person, Double Occupancy.
www.whitestartours.com
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is a 55+ active adult community
in Lower Heidelberg Twp,
in close proximity to Spring Ridge.
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Washer & dryer in every unit
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Elevator to every floor
Balconies or patio
Secure building
24 hour property
maintenance
Gas heat & cooking
Water, sewer, trash
included
Snow removal
Landscaping
No HOA fees
Pets allowed (restricted)
Phase 2 clubhouse
Close to hospitals,
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New Building
Spring 2015
www.LegacyatPapermill.com
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Realtor®, ABR,SRES, e-PRO
OfÀce: 610-373-9900
Cell: 610-468-5923
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Veterans Fair
LAW AND ORDER
By State Rep. Mark M Gillen, 128th Legislative District
I will be hosting a second Veterans Expo for all of our veterans
in the area and their families. I hope to provide a comprehensive, informative event for veterans of all ages.
The Veterans Expo will be held on Thursday, May 21, from 9
a.m. to 2 p.m. at The Barn at Flying Hills, which is right by my
district office off Route 10.
The Mobile Vet Center will be there again to help eligible
veterans with their earned benefits. The Mobile Vet Center will
also be joined by more than fifteen exhibitors from local, state,
and federal agencies and organizations that have services that
assist veterans in a variety of areas.
Interactive stations will be set up to display the history of
our veterans’ sacrifices. I believe that preserving the stories and
memories of those who served is of vital importance for future
generations.
Refreshments donated by local businesses will be offered in
the “Mess Hall.” Veterans Making a Difference will be available
to collect donations of blankets, clothing, and food.
The Barn is located at 10 Village Center Drive, Reading, PA
19607. If you have any questions, feel free to call my office at
610-775-5130. I look forward to seeing you on May 21!
OVERNIGHT TOURS 800-451-6700
Maine’s Charming Villages, Ogunquit & Kennebunkport ~
GIRLFRIENDS ONLY! ~ May 29-31 ............................................................ $598
Newport Flower Show ~ June 17-19.......................................................................... $550
Maine Train Tour ~ June 22-26.................................................................................. $869
Foxwoods Casino, CT ~ June 27-28.............................................................................$267
Mystic Country, CT ~ June 27-28 ............................................................................... $298
Washington DC, Fireworks! ~ July 3-5 ...................................................................... $482
Nova Scotia ~ August 2-9......................................................................................... $2446
Saratoga & Lake George, NY ~ August 5-7................................................................. $653
Niagara Falls, NY ~ August 19-21 .............................................................................. $529
Dunes Manor, Ocean City, MD Ocean Front Balcony Rooms ~ Sept. 7-10................. $422
Niagra Falls CANADA ~ Sept. 11-13 .............................................................................$749
ONE DAY TOURS
NYC FREE TIME – Every Saturday & 3rd Wednesday ....................................................$52
Options at extra cost: Broadway Show
Washington DC • 2nd Sat. of every month! ..................................................................$56
April 21 – The Sedaka Show Tribute @ Mt. Airy Casino
Includes $20 Slot Play, Lunch & Show..........................................................$84
Baltimore Your Way - FREE TIME ~ April 26.................................................. C-$44 A-$49
Aquarium Option .......................................................................... C-$70 A-$88
May 3 – Strawberry Festival @ Peddler’s Village ..........................................................$46
May 17 – Cape May Tea Luncheon/Designer Show House .........................................$108
Beach Bus Every Friday Starting June 12 ~ Ocean City, NJ ...........................................$39
June 20 – The Mermaid Parade on Coney Island ..........................................................$59
BUSES TO Atlantic City – SUNDAY/ MONDAY/ WEDNESDAY / THURSDAY
PA CASINOS ON MONDAYS, TUESDAYS & WEDNESDAYS
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BEN0515
By Tom Caltagirone, State Rep. D-Berks
As a state legislator, I want to make sure that you, as a consumer, are protected. Namely, I want to make sure you have the
proper insurance coverage to protect you and your loved ones.
Spring has sprung, and melting snow, combined with spring
rains and wear and tear on our local water-drainage systems,
could cause serious flood damage. Flooding is a serious problem
throughout the state. From 2006 to 2014, Pennsylvania residents
have filed nearly 18,000 flood insurance claims, receiving more
than $551 million in payments.
Businesses and homeowners alike should take some extra
time to review their flood coverage and insurance policies to
Evening dances are held on the third
Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at the
Shoemakersville Fire Company.
Please note that as of February 2015
the cost is $7 per person.
MAY 21 –
The Majestics
JUNE 18 –
Wahl Street
make sure they’re covered in case of an emergency. Please keep
in mind that standard insurance policies do not include flood
insurance and there is a 30-day waiting period before a policy
becomes effective. The sooner you get coverage, the sooner you
will be protected!
Property owners can reduce major flood damage by taking the
following steps:
• Install a sump pump and make sure it is working; install a battery-operated
backup in case of a power failure. • Install “check valves” to prevent flood water from backing up into the drains
of your home.
• Seal walls in your basement with waterproofing compounds.
• Clear debris from gutters and downspouts.
• Anchor any fuel tanks.
• Elevate your furnace, water heater, washer, dryer, and electric panel, if you
live in a high flood risk area. Keep a written and visual record of all major household items
and valuables throughout your home. The record should include
serial numbers, receipts, and appraisals, if possible. These documents will help ease the burden when filing insurance claims.
For more information on how to obtain flood insurance, you
can go to www.floodsmart.gov. Be sure to share with your insurance agent any steps you’ve taken to reduce the risk of flood
damage to your property.
Also, visit the state website www.ReadyPA.org for more
information on preparing your family for emergency situations.
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Spring Flood Insurance Check-in
Berkshire Commons:
Free Interactive Seminar:
“Decisions and Lifestyle Changes - Keeping Control as You Age.”
Saturday, May 16th, 2015
Registration: 9am; Program: 9:30am – 11:30am
Ask questions of our Senior Expert Panel:
Susan N. Denaro, Elder Attorney
with Rabenold, Koestel, Goodman, and Denaro Law Firm
Michelle E Bosch, Financial Advisor with Waddell & Reed, Inc.
Suzanne Davidson, Referral Liaison with Health Calls Home Health Agency
Sharon Webb, Owner of Webb Medical Systems
Limited Seating for 50 Guests. To R.S.V.P Call 610-779-3993
Laurel Center:
AAA CarFit Event on May 15 from 1-4 p.m.
Call 610-562-2284 for info.
Genesis Campus setting offers both Personal Care,
Skilled Rehabilitation, and Long Term Nursing Home Care.
www.genesishcc.com
MIFFLIN COURT
LAUREL CENTER
BERKSHIRE COMMONS
450 E. Philadelphia Ave.
Shillington, PA 19607
610-796-1600
125 Holly Road
Hamburg, PA 19526
610-562-2284
5485 Perkiomen Avenue
Reading, PA 19606
610-779-3993
We take care of all your needs as they change in life.
Visit Berkshire Campus, Mifflin Campus, & Laurel Campus.
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BERKS ENCORE PROGRAMS
BERKS ENCORE @ NITE:
Celebrating Life After 50…
After Dark
Berks Encore @ Nite Series
On the second Thursday of each month, Berks Encore’s
staff presents an evening program at St. Joseph Medical
Center. The sessions begin at 6:30 p.m. and generally last
an hour. Call (610) 374-3195, x208 to register for an upcoming session.
May 14, 2015:
Understanding Your Medicare Benefits —
APPRISE Staff
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June 11, 2015 - The Truth About Living Trusts –
William Blumer, CELA
July 9, 2015 - Long Term Care Options in Berks County –
Dot Hartman
August 13, 2015 - Asset Protection Planning –
William Blumer, CELA
September 10, 2015 - Caring for Your Parents –
Dr. Ann Marie Lago, Lori Smith
A complete listing of Berks Encore @ Nite programs can be
found on our website at www.BerksEncore.org. If you are on
Facebook, you are encouraged to join the Berks Encore @ Nite
discussion.
Leaders In The Treatment Of Eye Diseases!
New Programs
Reading
Every Monday at 10 a.m.: FREE Basic Computer Instruction
Every Tuesday at 10 a.m.: Oldies Dance Party
Mondays from May 11 to June 29 @ 1 p.m.: What does normal aging
look like? Depression and anxiety do not need to be part of the aging process.
Sponsored by Threshold Rehab Services Inc. Enjoy light refreshments.
Evening Programs
Berks Encore-Wernersville
Table Tennis: The Wernersville Center offers table tennis on Thursday nights
from 7:30-11 p.m. Please call (610) 670-1372 for more information.
Join Berks Encore – Today!
MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION
Name ___________________________________________________
l to r: Mark A. DiPillo, M.D., Jeremy L. Aikey, D.O., Moiz M. Carim, M.D.,
Michael D. Cefaratti, M.D., Daniel V. Will, M.D., Leah R. Wartluft, M.D.
Your Retina, Cataract
and Glaucoma Specialists.
At Carim Eye & Retina Center, our Doctors have the expertise to
diagnose, treat and manage eye disorders and disease. Protect your
vision by scheduling yearly eye exams.
Call us today to keep your eyes healthy and your vision clear!
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Please mail your check of $14 to:
berksencore
2630 Westview Drive,
Wyomissing, PA 19610
p: 610-376-1981
w: carimeye.com
40 North Ninth Street, Reading, PA 19601
610-374-3195 • FAX 610-374-3483
NEW PATIENTS ALWAYS WELCOME!
Collecting
CELL PHONES
for SOLDIERS!
Drop off your used
cell phone.
Every Tue: 10:15 a.m.: Zumba Gold w/ Jolene
12 noon: Tai Chi w/Jan Gymbore
2:00 p.m.: NEW Silver Sneaker Class Partnering
with Valhalla
Every Thu: 10:15 a.m.: Zumba Gold w/ Jolene
11:15 a.m.: Chair Zumba for All w/ Jolene
Bingo: Every Friday (unless otherwise noted) @ 10:30 a.m.
Pinochle: Every Wednesday @ 9:30 a.m. (unless otherwise noted)
Crafts: Every Tuesday @ 10:30 (unless otherwise noted) Donations Suggested
1st & 3rd Tuesdays of the Month:
Blood Pressure Screenings w/ Sue Shobe Our Community Nurse
Join us for LUNCH!: Served M-F at 12 noon. Menu available. Must sign up
2 weekdays in advance. (60 years or older, $2 donation requested)
SPECIAL EVENTS
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@ 9:30 a.m.: Medicare Fraud Presentation –w/ John Vogel (Bingo to follow)
@ 10:30 a.m.: Bingo Fun –with the Help of Manor at Market Square
Berks Encore Fleetwood Center
Center Manager - Terry Becker
Permanent Events
Every Mon:
Every Tue:
Every Wed:
Sit & Get Fit Class
1 p.m.: Pinochle Club
Dollar Bingo ($1)
1 p.m.: Texas Hold’Em
Creative Artistry
1 p.m.: Haussie/Pinochle
FREE Electronic Device Assistance Call for your one-hour appointment
Every Thu:
10 a.m.: Pokeno (bring pennies) 1 p.m.: Zumba Gold ($3)
2:15 p.m.: Tai Chi ($5)
Every Fri:
10 a.m.: Dollar Bingo ($1)
1 p.m.: Line Dancing ($4)
FREE Fitness Room: Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m.
Join us for LUNCH!: Served M-F at 12 noon. Menu available. Must sign
up 2 weekdays in advance. (60 years or older, $2 donation requested)
Permanent Events
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@ 10:30 a.m.: Karaoke Sing a Long –w/ Wendy
@ 10:30 a.m.: Health Fun –w/ Ina from Golden Living
@ 10 a.m.: Serving Brunch –w/ Theresa - *Donations Appreciated*
@ 9:45 a.m.: Blood Pressures Screenings –w/ Gail from BVNA
@ 10:30 a.m.: Bingo Fun – with our friends from Berkshire Commons
from 10 a.m. - 12 Noon: FREE Stroke Risk Screening – Courtesy of
Health South
@ 10:30 a.m.: Nutrition and Health Fun (Stroke Warnings and
Signals) –with Martha
109 W. Vine Street, Fleetwood
(610) 944-9242
SPECIAL EVENTS
@ 9 a.m.: Medicare Counseling – Call 610-374-3195 x208 to schedule an
appt.
@ 12:30 p.m.: Lunch Bunch at Golden Oaks – (RSVP at Fleetwood
Center)
@ 9:30 a.m.: Pneumonia or Shingles Shots – by RiteAid (Call the
Fleetwood Center to schedule an appointment)
@10 a.m.: Bean Bag Baseball – Join in the fun!!
@ 9:30 a.m.: Free Blood Pressure Screenings – Courtesy of Berks
Visiting Nurse Association
@ 10 a.m.: Jack Pot Bingo & Happy May Birthdays w/cake – ($1)
30 Liberty Street, Shillington
(610) 777-5577
SPECIAL EVENTS
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@ 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.: Medicare Counseling – with John Vogel. Call 610374-3195 x208 to schedule an appointment
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@ 10:30 a.m.: Computers- What Can They Do for You? – With PC
Ninja
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from 10 a.m. – 12 Noon: Massages with Cathy – 15 minutes for $10,
sign up required.
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@ 10:30 a.m.: Choose to be Happy Free Bingo
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@ 10 a.m.: Time for Trivia
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@ 8:45 a.m.: Breakfast Club @ Deluxe Diner
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@ 10 a.m.: Stroke Seminar – with Martha Sitler
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@ 11:30 a.m.: Memorial Day Potluck Luncheon – with Music by Bob
Kreitz, courtesy of AFM, MPTF, and NCOA
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@ 11:30 a.m.: Problem Gambling Awareness Seminar
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@ 11 a.m.: Lunch Bunch @ Ranch House
Visit the On-Going Activities section in the centerfold for more program information, days and times
at our senior centers and participating locations.
Every Mon: 9:15 a.m.: Yoga ($20/mo.) 10:30 a.m.: Grocery Bingo ($2)
1 p.m.: Tai Chi ($5)
1 p.m.: Card Club
Every Tue:
10 a.m.: Board Games
11 a.m.: Sit & Get Fit
12 noon: Bowling at Berks Lanes
1 p.m.: Berks Encore Orchestra Rehearsals
1 p.m.: Volleyball at Alleghenyville UCC
Every Wed: 9:15 a.m.: Pilates ($20/mo.) 10:45 a.m.: Zumba ($4)
Every Thu:
10 a.m.: Greater Reading Encore Chorale Rehearsal
1 p.m.: Dollar Bingo ($1)
1 p.m.: Volleyball at Adamstown YMCA
Every Fri:
9 a.m.: Bowling at Berks Lanes
10:30 a.m.: Line Dancing ($2)
1 p.m.: Shuffleboard ($1)
Enjoy playing board games?
Come and play every Tuesday at 10:00 a.m.!
Join us on Thursday, May 21
for a Memorial Day Potluck Luncheon. Sign up with Kate.
4 @ 10:30 a.m.: Karaoke Sing a Long –w/ Wendy
@ 10:30 a.m.: Spring Fling Entertainment –with Bob Kreitz, courtesy
of AFM, MPTF, and NCOA
@ 9:45 a.m.: Presentation - Judges: their role & importance, & how
they can help us – w/Eleni Dimitriou Geishauser (Bingo to follow)
@ 10:30 a.m.: Lunch Bunch –(NO CRAFTS TODAY)
@ 10:30 a.m.: Heart Health Fun Presentation –w/Vicki from Rite Aid
@ 9 a.m.: Medicare Counseling – Call 610-374-3195 x208 for an appt.
@ 10:30 a.m.: Stamp It Up Patriotic Craft Fun –w/ Stacie
@ 9:45 a.m.: Learn about the Judicial System –w/ Jim Lillis
(Bingo to follow)
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Drop off your used
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10 a.m.:
10 a.m.:
10 a.m.:
2:45 p.m.:
Berks Encore Mifflin Center
Center Manager - Kate Sweinhart
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201 E. Main Street, Birdsboro
(610) 582-1603
CENTER NEWS
Berks Encore Birdsboro Center
Center Manager - Patricia Barker
Permanent Events
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May Calendars
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ON-GOING ACTIVITIES
On-Going Activities
Berks Encore offers many opportunities for seniors of all ages to enrich their lives, to nurture their talents, and to keep their minds
active. The following classes and programs, sponsored by Berks Encore, will be offered during May. Classes are one hour unless
otherwise noted. Please check dates and times, or call the Center listed for more information.
AEROBICS –
an active, energetic exercise class that
strengthens heart and lung function.
• Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays
@ 8:30 a.m.
Wednesdays @ 10:45 a.m.
Senior Cardio Sculpt
Body Works Health and Fitness Club, Temple
• Tuesdays @ 8:15 a.m.
Berks Encore - Strausstown
$2.00 per class
Berks Encore - Wernersville
$3.00 per class
BINGO –
• Wednesdays & Fridays @ 12:30 p.m.
Berks Encore – Reading
3 cards for 25¢.
• Tuesdays and Fridays @ 10 a.m.
Berks Encore – Fleetwood
Cost: $1.00
• Mondays @ 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Berks Encore – Mifflin
Cost: $1.50
• Wednesdays @ 12:30 p.m.
Berks Encore – Wernersville
• Thursdays @ 11 a.m.
Grocery Bingo
• Tuesdays from 10-11 a.m.
Fit and Fabulous with Lori
BodyZone Sports & Wellness Complex
Please call 610-376-2100, ext. 327
AQUATIC FITNESS –
a great warm-water workout.
• Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays
& Fridays @ 12:00 noon
HealthSouth - Call 610-796-6038
$5 (per session) • Registration Required
• Mondays & Wednesdays @ 5:30 p.m.
HealthSouth - Call 610-796-6038
• Thursdays @ 1 p.m.
Cost: $1.00
• Fridays @ 10:15 a.m.
Berks Encore – Birdsboro
BOARD GAMES –
• Wednesdays from 10:30 – 1 p.m.
• Thursdays @ 9:30 a.m.
Berks Encore – Strausstown
$5 (per session) • Registration Required
• Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays
from 8:00 - 8:50 a.m.
Schumo Center - Albright College
Call 610-929-6715
• Mondays through Fridays
from 9 - 9:50 a.m.
Call 610-929-6715
BOWLING –
join fellow active seniors for fun and exercise.
• Tuesdays @ 12 p.m.
Berks-Colonial Lanes
• Thursdays @ noon
Hiesters Lanes
• Fridays @ 9 a.m.
Berks-Colonial Lanes
ART CLUB –
Bring your own supplies and work in any media in a
comfortable and supportive environment.
• Wednesdays from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
The Goggleworks
$18 per quarter
Please call (610) 374-3195, x225
• Wednesdays from 10 a.m.
Creative Artistry
ARTHRITIS CLASS –
• Tuesdays & Fridays @ 1 p.m.
St. Thomas Church, Bernville
$1 (donation per class)
Please call 610-488-0374
• Tuesdays @ 10 a.m.
ARTS AND CRAFTS –
Create craft items for sale or to take home as gifts.
• 1st & 3rd Wednesday of every month
@ 9:30 a.m.
• Tuesdays from 9:30 – 11 a.m.
• Thursdays from 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 noon
Everyone Welcome!
BILLIARDS –
• Mondays through Fridays
from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Billiards Club
Berks Encore - Reading
CARD CLUBS –
• Every Monday @ 1 p.m.
Card Club
• Every Monday @ 1 p.m.
Pinochle
• Every Tuesday @ 12:30 – 3 p.m.
Cribbage
• Every Wednesday @ 9:30 a.m.
Pinochle
Texas Hold-em
• Wednesdays @ 9:30 a.m.
Bridge
Please call 610-670-1372 to play!
• Wednesdays from 12:30 – 3 p.m.
Haussie Cards
• Wednesdays @ 1 p.m.
Haussie/Pinochle
Pokeno
• Thursdays @ 12:00 noon
Pinochle
• Fridays @ 12:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Bridge
Keystone Villa at Fleetwood
• 1st, 3rd & 4th Mondays @ 12:30 p.m.
Kings in the Corner
• 1st & 3rd Mondays from 10:30 a.m. – noon
Pinochle
St. John’s Lutheran Church, Sinking Spring
COMPUTER CLASSES –
for Beginners
• Mondays from 10-11:30 a.m.
• Tuesdays and Thursdays @ 9:30 a.m.
Beginner’s Technology Class
(no fee)
• Call to Register
Taught by Conrad Weiser High School Students
Call 610-670-1372 (no fee)
HEALTHY STEPS IN MOTION –
a program designed by the PA Dept. of Aging incorporating
stretching, strength training and mild aerobics to improve
balance, strength, coordination, and endurance.
• Mondays @ 9 a.m.
Village Library, Morgantown
• Mondays @ 1 p.m.
Zion Lutheran Church, Womelsdorf
• Mondays & Thursdays @ 9 a.m.
Wyomissing Church of the Brethren,
2200 State Hill Rd, Wyomissing
• Mondays & Thursdays @ 9:30 a.m.
St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Hamburg
Grace Alsace UCC, Kutztown Rd., Reading
Advent Lutheran Church, West Lawn
LINE DANCING –
whether you are a beginner or just want
to learn the newest steps.
Berks Encore - Mifflin
$1.00 (per class)
Beginner Class
$20.00 (per quarter)
• Fridays @ 1 p.m.
Berks Encore - Fleetwood
$4.00 (per class)
DANCE FITNESS –
• Mondays @ 9:15 a.m.
Flow & Tone
Please call 610-376-2100, ext. 327
Dance Fitness with Lily
Please call 610-376-2100, ext. 327
Zumba® Gold
Please call 610-376-2100, ext. 327
• Tuesdays @ 11 a.m.,
Thursdays @ 11:30 a.m., Fridays @ 10 a.m.
Silver Sneakers Yoga
Dance ‘N Sculpt
Please call 610-376-2100, ext. 327
Fit and Fabulous
Please call 610-376-2100, ext. 327
MUSIC –
• Mondays from 9:30 – 11 a.m.
Horizon Singers/Berks Encore Chorus
• 1st & 3rd Mondays
Karaoke
Berks Encore - Birdsboro
Senior Orchestra
• Wednesdays @ 10 a.m.
Ringgold New Horizons Band
Alvernia University, Francis Hall, Rm. 104
Call (610) 779-8858
• Thursdays from 10-11:30 a.m.
Greater Reading Encore Chorale
Call (610) 921-2667
Karaoke with Fred, Phyllis & Skip.
PILATES –
strengthen your core muscles with “Pill–ah-tays”
Berks Encore - Mifflin $20.00 (per month)
The Gym Kutztown – Kutztown PA
Call 610-683-6465
ROLLER SKATING (ADULTS ONLY) –
• Tuesdays & Thursdays @ 1-3 p.m.
Skate to Organ Music. Free coffee / Pepsi
Fantasy Skating Center. Call 610-929-3147
$5.00 (per skater)
SHUFFLEBOARD –
Knock the opponent’s disk out of the10 point space!
2 courts available.
• Fridays @ 1 p.m.
Berks Encore - Mifflin $1.00
SILVER SNEAKERS –
• Mondays & Thursdays @ 10:30 a.m.
Silver Sneaker Circuit
Call 610-376-2100, ext 327
• Tuesdays & Fridays @ 9:45 a.m.
Silver Sneakers Classic
The Gym Kutztown - Kutztown, PA
Please Call 610-683-6465
• Wednesdays & Fridays @ 10:30 a.m.
MSROM (Muscular Strength & Range of Movement)
Please call 610-376-2100, ext. 327
Silver Sneakers Circuit
Valhalla Health & Fitness Club
Call 610-376-2100, ext 327
Silver Sneakers Cardio
• Tuesdays, Wednesdays,
Thursdays & Fridays @ 9 a.m.
Cardio Circuit
The Gym Kutztown - Kutztown, PA
• Tuesdays & Thursdays @ 9:10 a.m.
• Tuesdays & Thursdays @ 10 a.m.
Silver Sneakers Yoga Stretch
Call 610-376-2100, ext 327
SIT AND GET FIT –
good exercise at a slower pace – great for beginners!
• Mondays & Wednesdays @ 9:15 a.m.
Balance & Strength Training
$1.00 (per class due to instructor upon visit)
Berks Encore - Fleetwood (no fee)
Berks Encore - Mifflin (no fee)
Berks Encore - Strausstown (no fee)
Berks Encore - Birdsboro (no fee)
$3.00 (per class)
• Tuesdays @ 10 a.m. , Thursdays at 10:15 a.m.
Call 610-376-2100, ext 327
• Mondays @ 9 a.m., Wednesdays @ 10 a.m.
Fridays @ 11 a.m.
Call 610-376-2100, ext 327
• Mondays & Fridays @ 10:45 a.m.
Body Works Health and Fitness Club, Temple
Village Library in Morgantown
(fee paid to Library)
• Thursdays @ 2:15 p.m.
$5.00 (per class)
Qi Gong with Jennifer V.
Please call 610-376-2100, ext. 327
for Fitness and Well-Being
Please call 610-929-6715.
VOLLEYBALL –
Join the co-ed volleyball games!
• Tuesdays @ 1-3:30 p.m.
Allegheny Lutheran Church
• Thursdays @ 1-3:30 p.m.
Adamstown YMCA
Improve your posture, balance and endurance with these classes.
• Tuesdays & Thursdays @ 9 a.m.
“Fit at 50+” Circuit Training
$3.00 (per class)
“Fit at 50+” Cardio Intervals
TABLE TENNIS –
• Wednesdays @ 1 p.m.
• Thursdays @ 7:30 p.m.
$1.00
TAI CHI –
improve your balance and coordination by learning the
graceful moves of this Eastern form of exercise.
$5.00 (per class)
$5.00 (per class)
WALKING CLUB –
Enjoy the beautiful, flat trails of the
Wernersville State Hospital grounds.
• Mondays & Wednesdays @ 10 a.m.
Berks Encore-Strausstown
Berks Encore-Wernersville
Wii –
• Anytime
• Mondays @ 1 p.m.
YOGA –
strengthens your body and clears your mind
Berks Encore - MIfflin
$20.00 (per month)
• Mondays @ 12:30 p.m.
$4.00 (per class)
ZUMBA GOLD –
The Gym Kutztown – Kutztown, PA
$3.00 (per class)
$4.00 (per class)
• Wednesdays from 9:30-10:15 a.m.
for Fitness and Well-Being
$4.00 (per class)
Please call 610-376-2100, ext. 327
• Thursdays @ 1 p.m.
$3.00 (per class) to instructor
Please call 610-376-2100, ext. 327
$5.00 (per class)
STRENGTH TRAINING/
WEIGHT RESISTANCE TRAINING –
$5.00 (per class)
Asian Fusion (blend of tai chi, qi gong and yoga)
• Mondays & Thursdays @ 11 a.m.
$5.00 (per class)
• Tuesdays @ 12 noon
Total Body Tune-Up
17 ON-GOING ACTIVITIES
MUSCLE STRENGTHENING –
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May Calendars
CENTER NEWS
Berks Encore Reading Center
FREE & PRIVATE PARKING at Ninth & Court Sts
40 N. 9th Street, Reading
Center Manager - Lisa Lorah
(610) 374-3195, ext. 214
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CELL
PHONES
Permanent Events
SPECIAL EVENTS
for SOLDIERS!
Drop off your used
Every Mon: 9:30 a.m.: Berks Encore Chorus Rehearsal
cell phone.
10 a.m.: FREE Basic Computer Instruction
12
Every Tue: 10 a.m.: NEW! Free Oldies Dance Party (until 12 Noon)
15
1 p.m.: Free Movie & Popcorn
Every Wed: 10 a.m.: Creative Artistry (GoggleWorks)
18
12:30 p.m.: Bingo
19
20
Every Thu: 11 a.m.: Grocery Bingo
Every Fri: 12:30 p.m.: Bingo
29
Fitness Room: Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.- 3:30 p.m.
Billiards available: Mon. – Fri. 8 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Berks Encore Strausstown Center
Permanent Events
Every Mon: 9:30 a.m.:
Every Tue: 8:15 a.m.:
10:15 a.m.:
Every Wed: 9:45 a.m.:
1:00 p.m.:
Every Thu: 9:10 a.m.:
Every Fri: 10:30 a.m.:
Gentle Yoga
Basic Aerobics
SS Exercise
Sit and Get Fit
Table Tennis
SS Yoga
Zumba Gold
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for SOLDIERS!
Drop off your used
cell phone.
10:45 a.m.: Tai Chi
9:10 a.m.: SS Yoga
10:30 a.m.: Walking club
10:15 a.m.: SS Exercise
Resistance Training Room is open:
Mon.–Fri. from 8 a.m.–3 p.m. Stop in anytime for a tour!
BERKS ENCORE Wernersville Center
Center Manager: Rachel Kline
Permanent Events
44 East Ave., PO Box 50, Strausstown
(610) 488-5770
SPECIAL EVENTS
4 & 22 @ 1 p.m.: Candy Bingo – Bring a bag of candy and join the fun.
5
@ 10:30 a.m.: Spiritual Journey – with Rev. Rob
8
@ 10:30 a.m.: Blood Pressure screening – with St. Joseph’s of
Strausstown
12
from 9 a.m. – 12 Noon: Medicare counseling – Call 610-374-3195
X 208 for an appointment
13
from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.: Area Agency on Aging counseling
14 & 26 @ 1 p.m.: Pokeno
15
@ 12 p.m.: Lunch Bunch @ Blue Mountain Restaurant
18
@ 12 p.m.: Pot luck luncheon – Bring a side dish. Main dish provided
20
@ 10:30 a.m.: Everybody’s Birthday Party – followed by take out for
lunch
27
@ 12 Noon: Join us for our monthly ice cream social – Bring a
topping. Ice cream provided.
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CELL PHONES
for SOLDIERS!
Drop off your used
cell phone.
Every Mon: 9:15 a.m.: Sit & Fit
11 a.m.: Tai Chi
12:30 p.m.: Chair Yoga
1:45 p.m.: Dancercize
Every Tue: 8:30 a.m.: Tai Chi for Arthritis 9:45 a.m.: Aerobics
11:30 a.m.: Zumba Gold
1:30 p.m.: Social Dancing
Every Wed: 9:15 a.m.: Sit & Get Fit
11 a.m.: Dancercize
12:30 p.m. Hasenpeffer cards & bingo
Every Thu:
9 a.m.: New Asian Fusion exercise
11 a.m.: Karaoke
Noon: Pinnochle
Every Fri: 9:30 a.m.: Core Strength Pilates
11:30 a.m.: Line Dancing/Bean bag baseball
Indoor Flea Market, Picnic, and Baked Goods Sale:
Friday, June 26 from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.!
Donations of Flea Market items and baked goods
are greatly appreciated.
Hot dogs, hamburgers, salads, and beverages will also be for sale!
8 @ 11:30 a.m.: Tips for Coping with Seasonal Allergies –
Courtesy of Rite Aid
@ 10 a.m.: Learn How to Knit!
@ 11:30 a.m.: Preventing Falls In Your Home – Courtesy of
Towne Monitoring Service
@ 11:30a.m.: Stroke Awareness – w/ Denise, BVNA
Election Day
from 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.: FREE Stroke Risk Screening –
Courtesy of Health South
@ 11 a.m.: Lunch Bunch at Muhlenberg Diner – (Must RSVP)
Need Medicare counseling?:
Call 610-374-3195 x208 for your appointment.
NEW Series:
Mondays @ 1p.m. from May 11 to June 29:
Depression, Anxiety and the Aging Process
Brenner Building #5, Wernersville State Hospital, Wernersville
610-670-1372
SPECIAL EVENTS
4 from 9 -11 a.m.: Chair massages – w/Cathy; Call for appt. ($10/15 min.)
6 & 20 @ 9:30 a.m.: Crafts – w/ Janice
6
from 10 - 11:30 a.m.: Stroke Risk Screenings and Blood Pressure
Screenings – with Health South
7
@ 9:30 a.m.: Low Vision Support Group – w/Mark Levengood,
B.S.Counselor, Vision Resource of Berks County and Health Call Home Care
13
@ 12:30 p.m.: Bingo Prizes – w/ Colleen from Phoebe Berks
13
@ 8:30 a.m.: Blood Pressures – w/ Carol Klinger
15
@ 10 a.m.: Bingo Prizes – with Peggy, Health Calls Home Care
16
from 3 - 5:30 p.m.: Saturday Ballroom Dancing w/ recorded music –
Cost: $2; RSVP w/ Rachel
19
from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.: Medicare Counseling – Call 610-374-3195 x208
to schedule an appointment
20
@ 10 a.m.: Blood pressures – w/Cindy Kline
26
@ 11:30 a.m.: Spring Fling Party w/piano show – Music by Bob Kreitz
(courtesy of AFM, MPTF, and NCOA), includes hot lunch, $5. Call to come
27
@ 11:30 a.m.: Blood Pressures – w/BVNA
28
@ 3 p.m.: Computer help – with Conrad Weiser Students at Wernersville,
call to come. 610-670-1372
28 & 29 from 9 - 1 p.m.: AAA 8-hour driver safety class – w/Edith Bleichert, call
AAA to register 610-374-4531
Visit the On-Going Activities section in the centerfold for more program information, days and times
at our senior centers and participating locations.
I relocated to Berks County
to work in the Public School
System in 1988. I became
Assistant Principal at Conrad
Weiser Jr.-Sr. High School.
One of the first things that the
principal did when I began was
take me to observe a person
deemed “one of the best teachLinda Baer
ers on staff.” That teacher was
Linda Baer, a high school English teacher. I became reacquainted with Linda when I became a member of The Friends of Berks
County Public Libraries (BCPL) a few years ago.
The 23-member system of public libraries of Berks County is
committed to the provision of consistent, high-quality service to
county residents of all ages. The mission of Berks County Public
Libraries is countywide development, coordination, and promotion of public library services. The Friends of Berks County
Public Libraries is a volunteer, non-profit association dedicated
to improving the services provided by all public libraries in
Berks County.
Linda’s parents returned to Berks County from California
when she was an infant. Retiring from teaching after 30 years,
Linda took on a new challenge working as Special Projects Co-
For Funeral & Cremation Care
ordinator at the main location of The Reading Public Library.
She joined the Friends of Berks County Public Libraries in 2002
and soon after became their president, a position she still holds.
Linda has attained several noteworthy accomplishments as
a Friend of BCPL. She spends many hours helping with Book
Bonanza, raising several hundreds of dollars for the libraries
that provides funding for the Summer Reading Program at each
library. She has edited BOOKENDS, the award-winning BCPL
newsletter. In 2010, Linda was awarded the Dreisbach Award for
exemplary service to Berks County Libraries.
In addition, Linda has been instrumental in bringing several
world-renowned authors to Berks County including John Grogan, Jennifer Chiaverini, Jodi Picoult, and Kathryn Stockett.
On October 8, 2015 at the Miller Center, the Friends of BCPL
will be bringing another author to Berks County. Elizabeth
Berg has been on the New York Times Bestseller list multiple
times. Durable Goods and Joy School were both selected as one
of the American Library Association’s Best Books of the Year.
Copies of Ms. Berg’s new book, The Dream Lover, a historical
novel based on the Parisian life of the nineteenth-century writer
George Sand, will be available for purchase and signing at the
event. Tickets will be on sale in early July 2015. Please join the
Friends of Berks County Public Libraries for this very special
event and fund-raiser!
YOUR COMMUNITY
Spotlight on Linda Baer
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ANOTHER BERKS COUNTIAN MAKES A DIFFERENCE
By Shirley J. Lutz
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choices, options and value
With Convenient Locations In
HAMPDEN HEIGHTS
N. 16th and Rockland Sts.
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(610) 376-0985
SINKING SPRING
3825 Penn Ave.
Jacob R. Bednar, Supv.
(610) 376-1129
Kevin M. Bean, Supv.
(610) 376-1120
EXETER TOWNSHIP
6 Fairlane Rd.
Joseph G. McCullough, Supv.
(610) 779-2800
www.BeanFuneralHomes.com
SHILLINGTON
129 E. Lancaster Ave.
WWII COMBAT VETERAN REMEMBERS & ANNIVERSARIES 20
WWII COMBAT VETERAN REMEMBERS
Seventy Years of War and Peace
This is a tribute to the American Servicemen who became
when we were an efficient fighting machine. These great Yanks
a big part of my life between 19 and 21 years of age. All served
from all parts of this country proved that they could do the best
on land, sea, and air, but I served in three different units of the
with what they had. SUCH GOOD MEN.
Army. First to the 86th Division—Blackhawks—then at a camp
Bob Huber, CO G 415 REG
north of Dallas, Texas, I met my new buddies from the four corners of the U.S.A. What an eye opener? Never heard such an
assortment of accents. Of course my Pennsylvania Dutch accent
BLANDON SENIOR CITIZENS
SHOEY
sounded funny to them. Being the same age, we got alone great.
Clarence R. & Lucille M.Yenser 54Years Barbara and George Hartman
I spent about six months there, taking basic and advanced
Floyd C. & Carol E. Richard
36Years Sandra and Robert Hinnershitz
infantry training. What a great bunch of all-American guys.
Donald
&
Christine
Sheetz
34Years Bernice and Sam Kistler
While in Texas, I passed an exam and headed for the University
Glenn
&
Sylvia
Knouse
57
Years Debra and Lee Phillips
of Illinois in the ASTP, an Army training program for engiNeal
C.
&
Shirley
E.
Berger
54
Years
neers. I lived in fraternity houses, with my first roomie from
Galen
S.
&
Patricia
Fisher
56
Years
Boston who had a block radio (my first “sighting”). Second term
Robert & Janet Blumenstine
14Years
I roomed with a guy of Armenian background; was a nice guy
PRIME TIMERS OF ZION’S CHURCH, HAMBURG
but with no high school math. I tried the best I could to tutor
Kenneth & Betty Adam
29Years Kenneth & Diane Leiby
37Years
him. Now the army closed down the program and this GI left
Mark & Dianne Adam
39Years Darryl & Bonnie Loeb
11Years
some good friends and headed for Camp Carson in Colorado
Myers
&
Mabel
Adam
63
Years
Lee
&
Sandra
Mengel
49Years
and the 104th Infantry Division, Timberwolves (my third unit).
Michael
&
Jennifer
Adams
28
Years
Richard
&
Janis
Pennell
53
Years
About 4,000 of us ASTP “students” filled the division to its
Ronald
&
Karen
Bailey
33
Years
Harold
&
Ruth
Seidel
54
Years
15,000 capacity. Now I was assigned to the machine gun section
Kerry
&
Kathleen
Bond
30
Years
Don
&
Jodie
Shade
34
Years
of Co. G, in the 415th Regiment. A dozen men would comCharles
&
Mary
Burkert
16
Years
Harold
&
Marie
Strause
53
Years
prise our M.G. and would fight through Holland and Germany
Mark
&
Sue
Fritz
22
Years
Larry
&
Kathy
Sundberg
2
Years
for 195 days from October 23, 1944 to May 1, 1945. What an
Crist & Barbara Galanos
28Years Paul & Donna Unger
41Years
astounding bunch in our company. We have had reunions since
Samuel & Bernice Kistler
25Years John & Joanne Zinger
38Years
war’s end; nothing will ever recapture those magical moments
Ernest & Carolyn Kramer
29Years
MAY ANNIVERSARIES
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The Retinal Eye Center
your surviving spouse,
may qualify for a federal
government monthly pension if you
served in the military during wartime,
can demonstrate low income, limited net
worth, and be at least 65 years old.
There are also significant burial benefits for
your spouse to honor your military service. You both
may qualify for additional financial assistance if you are
housebound or receive support from another person.
Barry C. Malloy, MD
Michael Cusick, MD
TO LEARN MORE — CALL US TODAY…
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WYOMISSING | POTTSVILLE | POTTSTOWN | BLANDON
The Prime Timers of Zion’s Church, Hamburg, recently held
their monthly council meeting to consider coming events for
their fellowship.
There are 342 Prime Timers in Zion’s Church (those 55 and
over). Planning activities and involvement for this varied age
group is a challenge because of cultural generational differences.
On top of the list for decision making is the planning of trips
to be taken by the group. In May one trip is planned: Wednesday, May 13 there will be a trip to the Landis Valley Village &
Farm Museum followed by attendance at the American Music
Theatre to see “Inspire.”
On Saturday, May 9 the semi-annual Oldies Dance and Buffet will be held at the Journey Café. DJ music is provided for the
dancing.
Other special events during May include the Friendship
Circle Breakfast at the Perry Restaurant on May 2, 9:00 a.m.
and the Lunch/Bingo Party at the church on May 11, Noon.
The Tuesday Action Group under the leadership of Florence
Leiby and Vernon Stoop will continue their study of Spiritual
Warfare using material from David Jeremiah
The next Prime Timer Council meeting will be held on Friday, June 12, 1:30 p.m., at which time they will start gathering
information for 2016 trips.
21 YOUR COMMUNITY
THE PRIME TIMERS OF ZION’S CHURCH, HAMBURG
Zion’s Prime Timers with May Birthdays are:
Kenneth Adam
Terre Homan
Cynthia Moyer
Brenda Armer
Bill Jones
Richard Pennell
Larry Baer
Jean Kershner
Bradley Rahn
Ronald Bailey
Anita Knoblauch
Abigail Schappell
Thomas Bechtel
Ernest Kramer
Ruth Schappell
Louise Folk
Esther Levan
Monte Schroeder
Ronnie Folk
Sandra Mengel
Earl Stitzer
Karen Fox
Patricia Merkt
Marie Strause
Debra Graff
Robert Merkt
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BLANDON SENIORS
Happy Mother’s Day to ALL MOTHERS! Well, here it is:
the most beautiful time of the year! We made through all that
winter weather and now it is on to spring and summertime!
March 11 meeting – Shirley Frazer, Attendance Chairperson reported a
get well card was sent out to Janet Williams and Henry Haase, and a
sympathy card was sent to Ray Burgert, on the death of his wife, June,
who passed away on February 24! A birthday dard was sent out to
REMINDER: Our Club meets on the 2nd & 4th Wednesday of the
Water Gift for his 92nd birthday on March 6, and a thinking of you card
month, at the Maidencreek Church, along Route 73, on Main Street.
to Grace Haase, who now resides in the Keystone Villa! Attendance was
If you are 55 years of age, or older, with a yearly dues of $5.00 a year,
65! Refreshments were provided by the following: Pat Rohrbach, Anna
you are more than “welcome” to join us, for a visit, or to join our Club.
Mae Kerschner, Rick & Cleonice Reidnauer, Anna Burgert, and also
Hope to see you there!!!
helping out were Bob & Janet Blumenstine! Thanks, Committee, for
Respectfully submitted,
the delicious refreshments!Entertainment was provided by Mr. John F.
Shirley L. Readinger-Ziegler, Club Secretary
Vogel, representing the CARIE LINE CENTER, for the Advocacy for the
Rights and Interests Of The Elderly. CARIE is a non-profit organization
“Happy Birthday Wishes” go out to our May Seniors:
that has been dedicated to improving the quality of life for vulnerable
older people for over 32 years. Thank You, so much John, for a very
03: Sharlene A. Stauffer
16: Ethel Rothermel
informative subject on FRAUD & ABUSE in MEDICARE! It was indeed a 07: Stanley G. Schaffer, Sr.
20: Minerva Gauker
pleasure to have you speak to our Club Members!
11: Roy Rothenberger
Janet A. Fitzgerald
Tuesday, March 17th “St. Patrick’s Day”– 46 Blandon Seniors boarded the
Paul L. Brown
21: Dorothy Weller
Elite Coach and departed for Hunterdon Hills Dinner Theatre to see the
Paul C. Hertzog
Shirley L. Readinger-Ziegler
show “Abies Irish Rose.” Had a wonderful meal and as usual, delicious 15: Donna Strohm
desserts, and a very pleasant day!
March 25 meeting– Two New Members: Clarence R. & Lucille M. Yenser, of
Kutztown. Welcome to the Blandon Club! We now have a total of 152
members! Today’s attendance was 74! Refreshment Committee for
today’s meeting were Lois Reistroffer, Doris Koenig, Bobbie Miller and
Janet Miller. Thanks for the nice, fresh and warm soft pretzels!
Our program was a fine young lady known to all of us, Martha Sitler. Martha mentioned that March is National Nutrition Month and spoke to us about how to read, correctly, food
labels, on boxes, etc., and how much we should eat! Very, very
interesting. It was indeed a pleasure to have Martha with us!
Thanks, Martha!
September 12 through 20 the Blandon Seniors are looking
forward to traveling across Tennessee and Asheville, North
Carolina, Pigeon Forge and Nashville. There will be seven fabu-
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to fill the bus. If anyone would be interested, or if you know of
anyone that would be interested, in traveling along, give our
Trip Coordinator, Shirley Frazer, a call for more information
and reservations, at 610-926-4312. We always have a great
time!
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If you would like a change of pace, try something different: fill
out an employment application at Front and Weiser Streets. If
no one answers the door, you could just wait. Or, you could live
on the wild side. Join the other Parish retirees/former employees (management and union) for the luncheon at Wegman’s
Family Restaurant. It is located at 4401 Pottsville Pike (Route
61) in Reading. The private dining/meeting area is located on
the lower level. Please use the rear entrance. Ample parking is
provided.
The hot meal is served buffet-style at noon. April’s delectable
cuisine will include: robust roast of beef w/gravy, smashed potatoes, country corn, salad (tossed), pillowy rolls w/butter. Dessert
will be the “Frozen Surprise.”
Our social gathering always commences at 11 a.m.--or earlier,
if you are anxious to be there-- and concludes at approximately
1:30 p.m. Our speaker will be none other than long-time sportswriter for the Reading Eagle, Rich Scarcella. (Hopefully, he will
enlighten us regarding Chip Kelly’s strategy).
BREAKING NEWS: Kathy Grim, our scheduled speaker for March (remember the snowstorm?) will give her presentation, “Tulpehocken--Land of
the Turtle” at the June 4 meeting. Indian headdress is welcomed.
REMINDER: This year’s picnic, June 25, will be at Maier’s Grove (on Grove
Road) in Blandon. Directions on tickets, Look for balloons. Easy to find.
Or ask a cop.
Questions/suggestions may be directed to Larry Jambeau:
www.parishretirees@Comcast.net.
Rich Kennedy
May each of you celebrate a happy springtime!
Our condolences to the family of Thelma Napoletano, our
former Treasurer.
Our thanks to Jackie Aten for the tasty treat of corned beef
and cabbage served for our St. Patrick’s Day meeting.
We recently celebrated with Margaret DiLullo, our member,
as she reached her 100th birthday.
In May on our meeting day we will enjoy the vocals of Rev.
David Reinwald.
The June meeting will feature a slide slow, “Remembering the
Fifties.”
July annual picnic is on July 21st at Shriners Complex.
Christmas Party is scheduled for December 8.
New members are welcome – membership is open to everyone. We meet the third Tuesday of each month at St. John’s
Reformed Church, 4001 Penn Avenue, Sinking Spring, starting
at 1 p.m. Exceptions are the July picnic, no meeting in August,
and the Christmas Party.
Upcoming Travel Days
Tuesday, May 12 – Doolan’s, “Legends in Music”
Wednesday, June 10 – Bird-in-Hand, “Josiah for President”
Tuesday, June 30 – Totem Pole Playhouse, “Shenandoah”
Any questions? Phone Jackie at 610-921-0577
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SENIOR CLUB OF LAURELDALE
Hi everyone: with the arrival of warmer weather, it’s time to
enjoy the activities and trips offered by all senior clubs. Also,
it’s important to keep your clubs updated on your address and
telephone number changes.
February 13 – meeting canceled due to possible snow and freezing, bitter
cold temps. Thanks to the following for phoning our members about
this cancelation: Janet Bortz, Avalion Bossler, Jackie Feltenberger,
Phyllis Guldner, Leah Harris, Ann Nagle, Helen Quade, Pat Sauder, Pat
Schleicher, and Tom & Jean Strunk.
March 3 – The Berks Encore Quarterly Meeting was conducted by Sarah
Hunter-Lascoskie. Thanks to the Highlands of Wyomissing for hosting,
providing a tasty lunch and tours of their facility. Attending was our
new President and Vice President, Janet Bortz and Jacqueline Feltenberger, along with approximately 18 officers from nine other Berks
County Senior Clubs. Sarah distributed the new Programs booklet
and flyers about volunteer opportunities and seminar dates. She also
stressed the importance of senior clubs having updated bylaws.
March 13 – Past meeting. Our attendance was 138 members, who played
our popular free bingo games program. Lunch refreshments were hot
dogs, sauerkraut, chips, and beverages, with second helpings. We do
not serve desserts, but many members bring snacks and desserts to
share at their table.
March 17 – On St. Patty’s Day, our 52 passengers were anxious to attend
our first 2015 trip to the Sands Casino, since most of us had cabin fever
from being cooped up due to the severe winter weather. One of our
passengers’ names was picked to win a $500 free slot play, but they
didn’t hear that announcement, and they missed out on that special
bonus- disappointment. Bus drawing winners: Gerri Tobolski, Richard
M. Hartman, Shirley Fritz
May 8 – Upcoming Meeting. Our musical entertainment will be the Berks
Encore German Band. Lunch will be hot dogs, sauerkraut, chips, and
beverages. We will be taking H-I-T sandwich orders for June 12. We’ll
start selling limited seat tickets for our indoor catered picnic on July
10.
May 10 – HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY TO ALL LADIES.
May 13 – Fulton bus trip departs at 10 a.m.
May 19 – Doolan’s bus trip departs at 8 a.m.
May 25 – MEMORIAL DAY – A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO ALL VETERANS AND
CURRENT MILIARY FOR THEIR SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY.
Most of our trips are sold out, but we can add your name to
our waiting list. We do have a few seats available for the following; reserve with Helen, 610-929-2412:
July 29 – Rainbow D/T
August 25 – Bird-in-Hand D/T
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The monthly meeting on Thursday, February 5 was called
to order by President Mary Jane Hetrick. The Secretary and
Treasurer’s reports were read and approved. We did the pledge
to the flag and the Lord’s Prayer. We also sang “My Country ‘Tis
of Thee.”
We sang happy birthday and wished all those with birthdays
to have a great day with many more birthdays to come.
Joe and Molly Yoder celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary. Congratuatlions Joe & Molly. Wishing you many more.
Thanks to Anna Wengert, Shirley Huhn, and Lou Ann
Snoke. We had a great time cutting out, pasting and decorating
paper Easter baskets. Anna Wengert supplied all the craft materials including patterns for the Easter baskets. Members were
asked to bring a bag of individual wrapped candy. The response
was overwhelming. We created and filled 50-plus baskets. The
baskets plus all the excess candy was donated to the Veterans at
the Lebanon Veterans Hospital.
Anna Wengert and Lou Ann Snoke attended a seminar on
bylaws. Nominated along with them was Dennis Snoke who
will review the current bylaws and suggested any revisions necessary to our Golden Senior bylaws.
A delicious lunch was served by Joan & Steve Ditsky, Toni
Barr, Anna Wengert, and Marion Zweizig. Thank you for such a
great lunch.
The following trips are planned for 2015. Remember, you do
not need to be a member to join us on our trips. Anyone is welcome to come along and enjoy the shows and dinner plus have
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Marilyn Daniels, Trip Coordinator, has everything
organized for the 2015 trips. She distributed the schedule
of trips, signed up people to go on trips, and is receiving payments on due dates.
Our first trip was on April 25 to the American Music
Theatre. That is an excellent beginning to 2015 trips.
Many trips are full, but there is room on several of them.
There is room on the following trips at this time:
May 14 to Rainbow Dinner Theatre – “Hallelujah Girls” – Price $62
June 25 to Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre – “Oklahoma” – Price $68
September 9 to a Mystery Trip – Price $70. Marilyn says the trip is highly
recommended. The only thing we know about it is that we have a
choice of chicken Francaise, chicken marsala, chicken parmesan,
filet of salmon, or penne vodka. This sounds delicious along with
sightseeing.
Join us by calling Marilyn Daniels at 610-929-5465.
If any of our trips interest you, get on the waiting list for
trips. There are always cancellations and you have a good
chance to go on trips that are full now.
We had to cancel our January and February meetings due
to ice and snow this year. That is always disappointing. Our
meeting in March went off without a hitch. The lunch of
hot dogs and homemade macaroni salad was really good.
The entertainer, Peggy Keller, vocals, was excellent. I heard
many people make comments that she was good and they
really enjoyed the program.
In April we had our Pot Luck Dinner. Everyone that
attends brings a food item. Alan Wenrich, chairman of
the Pot Luck Luncheon, sent the sign-up sheet around to
everyone at the March meeting to sign up for an item to
bring on April 13 for admittance to lunch. He planned to
contact absentees to give them a chance to choose a food
item to bring. Wouldn’t it be nice if we had 100 percent
attendance?
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Thursday, May 21 – Hunterdon Dinner Theater – Show: Fox on the Runway
(Comedy)
Thursday, June 25 – Bird-in-Hand Theater – Lunch & Show: Josiah for
President (Musical)
Thursday, July 30 – Allenberry Dinner Theater – Show: South Pacific
Wednesday, September 9 – Hunterdon Dinner Theater – Show: Social
Security (Comedy)
Thursday, November 5 – American Music Theatre, Christmas Show – Lunch:
Plain & Fancy
The Smokey Mt. trip in October is sold out, but we can put
you on the waiting list.
Please feel free to contact me at any time on any questions
you may have regarding any of the trips or to make reservations,
please call Dolly Fry at 610-779-1339.
Wishing everyone a happy and healthy SPRING.
Respectfully,
Gladys (Dolly) Fry, Publicist
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BERKS COUNTY ASSOCIATION OF
SCHOOL RETIREES
LEAGUE OF GOLDEN AGERS,
MOHNTON, PA
By the time you read this, we will have enjoyed our trip to Allentown
and the Pines Dinner Theatre. We are looking forward
During May communities across the nation will be celebratto
Tuesday,
May 5, as we travel to Woodlock Pines Resort in the
ing Older Americans Month and the 50th Anniversary of
Poconos. We will be enjoying a “Day in Tuscany”; there are still
the Older Americans Act. The theme for the month, “Get
a few seats left, so don’t delay. Call Marian at 610-777-9741.
Into The Act,” focuses on and recognizes older Americans for
their contributions to the nation and their communities. This The cost is $89 per person.
Seats are still available for the June 9 to 12 trip to the Villa
national celebration provides an excellent opportunity for the
Roma
Resort in the Catskills. Enjoy four fun-filled days with
BCASR Executive Board to publicly acknowledge and extend
music
and
plenty of activities to keep you hopping from mornits appreciation to our retired public school employees for
ing ‘til night. Cost: single $670, double $570, triple $548, quad
their outstanding work and dedicated volunteer contributions
$505. Call Marian at 620-777-9741, don’t delay.
to make a positive impact in the lives of others in the Berks
County community.
July 14 is our Snack Attack Tour, where we visit several snack
companies and have lunch at the Roosevelt Tavern (once
On March 26, in keeping with our mission “to serve others
suspected to be a speakeasy) and also visit the New Ground
in need and help one another enjoy retirement” 32 BCASR
members and friends, sporting their bright red volunteer T-shirts Roasting Company. We will have samples, the best part of the
that read Hands Across Berks County, visited the Greater Berks day. Cost is $72.
Food Bank and packed 1,320 boxes of goodies for low-income
August 5 is our annual Mystery Tour, cost is $89. Who knows
seniors. In addition, BCASR members partnered with Keystone where we will end up and what we will be doing? Only our tour
Soldiers to assist with the packing of gift boxes shipped to our
guide Roxie knows the destination, and she doesn’t tell anyone
deployed soldiers during the holiday season; collected toiletries but the bus driver.
for Opportunity House and Berks Women in Crisis; wrapped
Our meetings are the second and fourth Wednesday of the
Christmas Gifts at the Berkshire Mall to raise funds for the
month at St. John’s Parish House in Mohnton. We begin at 10
Children’s Home of Reading; participated in the “Baby Bottle” am. Come and join us for an interesting program and meet some
campaign for Mary’s Shelter collecting baby clothing, blankets new friends.
and financial contributions to support the shelter; participated
Susan Messner, Secretary
as student tutors in the Berks County United Way initiative
Ready, Set, Read targeted to improve the reading skills of stuLooking for former
dents K-3 in our Berks County schools; donated school supplies
and backpacks to needy students; and donated books to the
Boyertown Burial Casket Company
Cops and Kids program, just to identify a few of our organizaemployees or their family members...
tion’s community service activities.
Having given many years of service to the community during
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of giving into their retirement years. Whether the need is large
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or small, public school retirees can be counted on to give their
sharing stories, photos, and memorabilia
time, talent and treasure to improve the quality of life for Berks
at the annual reunion!
County residents. They “Get Into The Act!”
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ing the past four months were read and we sang “Happy Birthday” and “Happy Anniversary” to all those mentioned.
The Travel Committee informed us of four upcoming trips:
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see the Christmas show at Sight And Sound in Lancaster. Our
current coordinator for our trips is looking for someone to take
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Programs for our entertainment were in April Eileen Meiser,
“The Hat Lady”; members were encouraged to wear their favorite hat. In May Cynthia Wood, “The Kitchen Door,” and in
June Matt Bailey’s “Magic Quest.”
Pastor David Reinwald entertained the group with his singing
and standup comedy. We sang along with a lot of oldies and
he sang a song he wrote for Laney, the eight-year-old girl who
passed away last year. Since he saw that the kitchen crew was
getting ready to serve pizza and all the other goodies he finished
by singing “Danny Boy.”
Remember we are always looking for new members.
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Our meeting was held on Monday March 9 in the fellowship
hall of Bern Lutheran Church. The president called the meeting to order and introduced Pastor David Roper, who welcomed
all to our “quarterly” meeting. Note: the last meeting was back
in November and in December we held our Christmas Luncheon. Before the prayer Pastor Roper read a beautiful “Spring”
message followed by the pledge to our nation’s flag.
President Smith then introduced Sarah Hunter-Lascoskie,
who installed the following officers for the 2015 year: Richard
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*”Inspire” at American Music Theatre — Lancaster, PA — June 25, 2015 –
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others. A lunch is included at Bird-in-Hand Family Restaurant.
*Ultimate Chocoholic Tour — Port Deposit, Havre de Grace & Bel Air, MD —
August 11, 2015 – Brace yourself for the ultimate day of chocolate
indulgence! You’ll sample chocolate all over Havre de Grace & Bel Air,
MD, enjoy a lunch at one of the fine restaurants in Port Deposit (with
a chocolate dessert of course), and enjoy a step-on-guided tour of the
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YOUR COMMUNITY
SHARTLESVILLE BLUE MOUNTAIN SENIOR CITIZENS
In March we finally got to meet again at our new location
(see below) for only the second time this year. It seems that
Mother Nature and SBMSC are on the same schedule and she
always wins. We missed seeing all the friendly faces because of
the weather, but the really neat thing is that we had 2 desserts.
Both were frozen from our cancelled meetings. The February
fastnachts were thawed and actually were pretty good, especially
with ice cream on the side. Ah, “yes dear,” I know that I had
seconds, but I really meant to watch my diet.
I lost my notes, and am up against a deadline, so I do not
have much to report about club activities.
One big disappointment that stands out in my mind is that
our April Dinner/Theater trip was cancelled because of lack of
interest. I know that Kitty was very disappointed, along with
those who signed up, especially because of all the work that she
did in putting the trip together. I do not know why there wasn’t
much interest in this trip, because people say that they joined
SBMSC fro the fellowship and bus trips. Maybe it’s because
seniors do not like to eat out!
The good news: plans are nearly completed for our annual
mystery trip. This year it will be a day trip. Kitty always does a
super job of putting these trips together, so I am looking forward
to this one. I asked if she could give a hint so that I would have
something to write and she laughed at me. More info at a later
date.
May is Memorial Day month, so our program will celebrate
Memorial Day. Everyone is welcome, so come on out, enjoy a
good meal, and meet us.
We meet a Friedens Lutheran Church, 28 Wolf Creek Road,
Shartlesville, at high no one, on the third Tuesday of each
month, which for May will be May 20.
For any additional information, contact our president, Bub
Minnich, at 610-926-3888
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We will meet in the Hamburg Area Middle School cafeteria
at 2 p.m. for our two May meetings.
May 13 – John D. Rausch will explain that “Life is Many Times Stranger Than
Fiction.”
May 27 – We will have our memorial service when we remember members
who passed away the previous year.
On Wednesday, May 6, we will travel to New Freedom, PA, to
ride the William H. Simpson #17 steam locomotive, which is a
replica of the train that carried Abraham Lincoln to deliver the
Gettysburg Address. Our lunch will consist of a six-course tea at
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105 Dries Road, Reading, PA 19605
610-926-7600
610-385-7600
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May: one of the most perfect months of the year, with its brilliant sun, gentle, warm breezes, and beautiful flowers.
Happy Mother’s Day to all of the mothers, grandmothers, and
great-grandmothers of our Club.
On May 25 we will observe Memorial Day. Remember to
honor all of the men and women who served so bravely to ensure our freedom. THANK YOU FROM THE BOTTOM OF
OUR HEARTS!
The Shoemakersville Senior Club meets every Tuesday at 1
p.m. at the Shoey Fire Company Banquet Hall. Annual dues for
the year 2015 are $5. A $2 donation is requested for each meeting you attend. We welcome visitors and hope they enjoy our
meetings and decide to become members.
Our monthly Casino Trips (the first Wednesday of each
month) and Special Trips are always a big success with everyone.
Upcoming events are:
May 6 – Mt. Airy Casino
May 20 – Atlantic City – Resorts Casino
June 6 – Delaware Park Casino
For additional information or questions, call Marlene Kline at
601-562-8364. Many of our Casino trips are loaded with extras.
Special Trips are:
June 1-3
Wildwood, New Jersey – Contact Betty Wolfe at 610-926-5821
June 16
PA Opry – Mercersburg, PA – Elvis Show with a tribute to the
Andrew Sisters – Contact Marlene Kline at 610-562-8364
Sept. 17-18 Trip to Pittsburgh – Contact Marlene Kline at 610-562-8364
Nov. 8-16 Trip to Branson and the Ozarks in Missouri – Contact Betty Wolfe
at 610-926-5821
Dec. 10-11 Turning Stone Casino – Contact Marlene Kline at 610-562-8364
On March 31 the Club members and their guests attended
our Anniversary Banquet. We were served a delicious meal
prepared by Dori Martin Catering. Entertainment was provided
by Marian Gehman and her Puppets. A good time was had by
all who attended.
Janet Craley, Correspondence Secretary
Bruce Altland
Carol Biehl
Harold Bohn
Linda Burkhard
Sheila Dreibelbis
Evelyn Gibson
Faye Grauf
Russell Hartman
Lee Herber
May Birthdays:
Joseph Killian
Jean Kerschner
Barbara Kline
Marlene Kline
Verna Kopicz
Ella Mae Levan
Shirley Luckenbill
Marian Mengel
Debra Phillips
29 YOUR COMMUNITY
SHOEMAKERSVILLE SENIORS
Nelson Schreffler
Jean Smith
Ethel Spangler
Richard Stoudt
Leon Strausser
Phyllis Vleck
Susan Willman
Patricia Yocum
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Tuesday, May 5 • 1-3pm
with entertainment, snacks and refreshments!
Socialize, make new friends and have fun!
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FREE parking available at Berks Encore parking lot
located at 9th and Court Streets.
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YOUR COMMUNITY
ST CATHARINE OF SIENNA 50+ CLUB NEWS
Come join us for our monthly meetings, our meetings are
held at 1:00 p.m. on the first Wednesday of every month at St.
Catharine’s Social Hall on Route 562 in Exeter Township. Dues
are $5.00 per year. We always welcome new members.
MAY 6 – Speaker: Stephanie Giles from Life Line, free will offerings or donations for the babies. Cake & Coffee.
JUNE 3 – Outdoor Picnic and Bingo at Exeter Community Park from Noon
until ???? Cost: $15.00 members, $20.00 non-members
JULY 1 – Speaker: Cindy Kauffman, History of the Pagoda. Italian Sandwiches.
HILLTOPPERS OF GOUGLERSVILLE
The first Thursday in March arrived with the worst snowstorm of the season, causing the Hilltoppers to cancel their
meeting. Fortunately, we had a warm March day for our New
Jersey trip to Doolans to see their St. Patrick’s Fest. The show
featured an Irish tenor, a very funny comedian, and, appropriately, a bagpiper. One of the menu choices was the traditional
corn beef and cabbage. Favorable comments were made on our
first trip of 2015.
Our two programs before summer break are:
May 7 @ 12 p.m. – Everybody’s birthday celebration. Hoagie Luncheon.
Entertainment by Karl Hausman, pianist, singer, and showman.
June 4 @ 11:30 a.m. – Annual Picnic at Mohnton Park. Catered chicken
luncheon at 12 p.m. Activities: bingo, games, book exchange, and
Ringgold New Horizon Band.
Our next two trips are:
May 20 – Bird-in-Hand Restaurant and Stage, “Josiah for President.” Cost:
$70
June 17 – PA State Capitol and Lake Tobias Wild Life Park. Cost: $38
Please contact Jeanne Lorah, travel leader, at 717-336-2499
for trip information and reservations.
The Hilltoppers meet on the first Thursday of the month at
1 p.m. at Wyomissing UCC, 2 Vermont Road in Gouglersville.
Please note that some meetings begin at 12 p.m. because lunch
is served. We welcome new members and visitors.
Carol Wiechecki
2015 TRAVEL PLANS
AMERICAN MUSIC THEATRE — INSPIRE: Wednesday, May 20, 2015 – Leave St.
Catharine of Siena Church on Boyertown Pike at 10:30 a.m., lunch on
your own at Cracker Barrel at 11:30, shop till 2:00 p.m. Show starts at
3:00 p.m. Featuring beautiful songs in the style of Josh Groban, Celine
Dion, Sarah Brightman and many others. Leave Lancaster at 5:30 pm.
Cost: $75.00
TALL SHIPS, PHILADELPHIA-CAMDEN: Friday, June 26, 2015 – Leave St. Catharine of Siena Church on Boyertown Pike at 8:30 a.m., arrives at 10:00
a.m., return home at 4:00 p.m.. Pack your lunch or visit local restaurant. Visit Penn’s Landing, Independence Seaport Museum, Adventure
Aquarium in Camden and many other attractions. See over 12 Tall
Ships. Cost: $76.00
HUNTERDON HILLS PLAYHOUSE: Wednesday, July 15, 2015 – Leave St.
Catharine of Siena Church on Boyertown Pike at 9:30 a.m., arrive at
Hunterdon Hills Playhouse at 11:00 a.m., lunch buffet at 11:30 a.m.,
show begins at 1:00 p.m., leaving New Jersey at 4:00 p.m.. TWIST &
SHOUT, a brand new musical celebration of the sensational sixties.
Cost: $95.00
For reservations, please contact Nancy Hoy at 610-779-5409
or Marniece Lepore at 610-603-9023
Carol Buddell, Publicist
610-582-2519
Clinical Research Study
A CLINICAL RESEARCH STUDY FOR PATIENTS WITH
ACTIVE PSORIATIC ARTHRITIS IS NOW ENROLLING
If you have active psoriatic arthritis you may be interested to learn about
a clinical research study that is being conducted to study the safety and
eơectiveness of an investigational medication for active psoriatic arthritis.
You may be eligible to participate if you:
• Are 18 years of age or older (or above the legal age of consent in your country)
• Have been diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis for approximately 6 months and
have psoriasis
• Have at least 3 swollen joints and 3 tender joints
Additional criteria will be reviewed at the screening visit to determine if your
condition meets all requirements for the study.
Eligible study participants will be provided with study medication and studyrelated medical care at no cost during the study.
Caring Has a New Name
To learn more about this clinical research study, please contact:
2760 Century Blvd.,
Wyomissing
Call (800) 840-9081
610-375-2466
Linda Wagner, LPN CCRC
at x303
Formerly Lutheran Home Care & Hospice
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Greetings from West Lawn Seniors. We start the month of
May with our third trip to Mt. Airy Lodge on May 19. There
we will enjoy a delicious meal and a show featuring the Flamingos. Our club is ready for fun and trips. Our 2015 membership
campaign is in full swing, with dues at only $5/ year; membership
is open to all.
Our regular meeting will be May 5, the first Tuesday of the
month, with entertainment by the Encore Orchestra, with
refreshments, after the entertainment. Our Social meeting is on
Monday, May 18, because our trip is on Tuesday this month only.
The social meeting will include Bingo, games, and refreshments.
The regular meeting held on June 2 and will have a representative from Keystone Villa. Our social meeting will be June 16.
Hope to see you at our meetings.
We meet at the West Lawn Community Center of the West
Lawn United Methodist Church, located at Woodside and Noble
Streets in West Lawn.
The trip committee has prepared the trip schedule for 2015.
Sign up for all trips starts at 12:00 p.m. until the meeting starts
at 1:00 p.m.. Note all trips are on a first come, first served basis
members first, than open to the public in general.
Please consider going on our trips this coming year.
The list of our coming trips for 2015 includes:
June 25 – Doolans, Heavenly Concert!
July 23 – Hunterdon Hills, “Twist & Shout”
August 20 – Allenberry Playhous, “South Pacific”
September 25 – Mystery Trip
October 24 – Bahama Cruise, still taking reservations. Open to all!!
November 19 – American Music Theater ,“Christmas 2015”
Note: Our Bus trips include a meal.
Come join us, our membership is open to all. For more information and trip details, call Clara Koch @ 610-678-2123 or
Barbara Messner @ 610-678-1961.
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WEST LAWN SENIORS
HOLY GUARDIAN ANGELS
PRIME TIME SENIOR CLUB
CASINO TRIPS FOR 2015 –
Date, time, and pice subject co change
BUS LEAVES AT 9:30 a.m. ALL TRIPS
Tuesday, May 12 –
Mt. Airy
$28
Tuesday, June 9 –
Delaware Park
$28
Tuesday, July 7 –
Atlantic City (Resorts)
$33
Tuesday, August 11 – Harrah’s (Chester)
$28
Tuesday, September 8 – Mt. Airy
$28
Tuesday, October 13 – Mohegan Sun
$28
Tuesday, November 10 – Harrah’s (Chester)
$28
Tuesday, December 8 – Sands
$28
Contact Joyce A Kozlowski for updates and seating arrangements. Home 610-929-5362 • Cell 610-750-2007
2015 DAY TRIPS PREVIEW
June 25 –
Spirit of Philadelphia Cruise with Tall Ships $75
September 10 –
Hunterdon Hills
$77
November 17 –
Hunterdon Hills
$87
Please call Arlene Kunstek for reservations: 610-921-1515
NATIVITY 50+
Your Family Eye Care Specialists
Peter C. Campanella, M.D.
Comprehensive Ophthalmology
Cataract Extraction with
ReSTOR & Toric Implants
LASIK Refractive Surgery
Glaucoma Laser Treatment
Upper Lid Blepharoplasty
Bradley L. Loeb, O.D.
Comprehensive Optometry
Contact Lens Specialist
Lee A. Klombers, M.D.
Pediatric Ophthalmology
Adult Strabismus
Neuro-Ophthalmology
Comprehensive Ophthalmology
Low Vision Specialist
Diabetic Eye Disease Management
Glaucoma Diagnosis & Treatment
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Phone 610.678.4552 • Fax 610.678.7007
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Nativity 50+ meets at 12:00 p.m. in Sweitzer Hall, Nativity
Lutheran Church, at 13th. and Amity Streets the third Thursday of the month.
The program for May 21 will be “Life Choice,” presented by
Stacy Teriaki.
We invite visitors to join us at 12:00 p.m. for our light lunch
and program.
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