Harford County Seniors Activity Centers - A wonderful place of belonging

Over the years, Harford County's six Senior Activity Centers have taken on the characteristics of being more than just places for seniors to gather. Instead, they've become centers of extended learning, hallways of health, classrooms of recreation and a haven for wonderful friendships!

The Senior Activity Center is the place to be!

Whether you enjoy dancing or quilting, basket weaving or painting, woodshop or traveling, computers or cards, memoir writing or study of the Civil War...the opportunity to expand your horizons is always available. And what better way to make new friends than to engage in conversation over lunch.

PLEASE NOTE: Participants taking EARLY or LATE classes should BE PREPARED TO PROVIDE THEIR OWN TRANSPORTATION. If a course is cancelled due to INSUFFICIENT ENROLLMENT, students who have paid for that course will be refunded. OTHERWISE, WE CANNOT OFFER ANY REFUNDS. SUPPLY FEES are to be paid at time of registration. Supply fees are not refundable unless class is cancelled.

HARFORD COUNTY SENIOR ACTIVITY CENTER COURSE CATALOG FALL 2009:  Classes are currently in session.  Registration for these classes is CLOSED. WINTER 2010:  Semester will run January 4 - March 12, 2010.  There will be NO classes on Monday, January 18 or Monday, February 15.   Register for the Winter 2010 semester as follows: REGISTRATION:  November 9 - December 4, 2009 (Offices and Centers will be CLOSED on Nov. 11, 26, 27, 2009 so no registrations will be taken on those days.) LATE REGISTRATION:  December 7 - December 11, 2009 WITH A $5 LATE FEE APPLIED FOR EACH CLASS. The courses listed in this catalog are for the WINTER 2010 session. INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY:  Please read this policy carefully. IMPORTANT FLU INFORMATION We are very concerned about the health and wellbeing of our participants.  With increased concern about the severity and extent of flu strains this flu season, please be aware that we may need to take certain actions to protect the general health of our membership which may include closures or cancellations of some programs. HAVRE DE GRACE SENIOR ACTIVITY CENTER   ARTS & CRAFTS   HG107AC      Knit & Crochet 2 Tuesday, 10:00 a.m. – 12 noon Tuition:           None Supply Fee:  None Instructor:      Jane Voss Minimum Enrollment:  10             Students learn various knitting and crochet techniques.  Instruction within the group; learn or refine your skills.   COMPUTERS   HG107CO     Creative Greeting Cards Thursday, January 7, 14, 21, 28 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Tuition:           $30 Supply Fee:  $5 Payable to instructor for paper, paint, art/craft supplies, etc. Instructor:      Arlene Patterson Minimum/Maximum Enrollment:  8             Have you ever said, “Wow!  I wish I could create beautiful greeting cards like that!” Now you can!  Learn how to make beautiful cards using inks, pens, pencils, glitter, scraps of fabric and fancy papers.  Turn photos, buttons, ribbons and bows into cards family and friends will treasure.  Find copyright-free images and text that will send just the right message.   HG106CO     Welcome to the Internet Thursday, January 7, 14, 21, 28 10:00 a.m. – 12 noon Tuition:           $30 Instructor:      Arlene Patterson Minimum/Maximum Enrollment:  8             Learn how to use the Internet to research, and set up an email account and include photos and forward emails.  Use the “net” to create greeting cards and flyers.  Learn to “surf the web” to find enhancements for your documents or just to see what other information is available on the Internet.   HG108CO     Word Processing & More (previously Introduction to Computers) Thursday, January 7, 14, 21, 28 12 noon – 2:00 p.m. Tuition:           $30 Instructor:      Arlene Patterson Minimum/Maximum Enrollment:  8             Learn how to use word processing to do everything from writing letters and shopping lists to creating greeting cards and flyers.  Learn to “surf the web” to find enhancements for your documents.   DANCE   HG104DA      Social Dance Tuesday, 10:30 a.m. – 12 noon Tuition:  None Open social time.  Come together as a group for fun and dancing.   EXERCISE   HG101EX      Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program Plus (formerly PACE) Wednesday, 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Tuition:           None Instructor:      Rosemary Raymonda Minimum Enrollment:  8 Maximum Enrollment:  40             This is a low-impact, land-based exercise program designed for people with arthritis that uses gentle activities to help increase joint flexibility, range of motion, and maintain muscle strength.  Program is approved by the Arthritis Foundation.  NEW STUDENTS WELCOME! This class runs the first 8 weeks of the semester.   HG106EX      Fall Prevention:  Balance for Life Monday, 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. No class Monday, January 18 or February 15 Tuition:           $16 Instructor:      Rosemary Raymonda Minimum Enrollment:         10 Maximum Enrollment:        15             No Olympic beam is necessary, just the desire to improve your balance.  Exercises are designed to improve muscular strength and flexibility.  Gross and fine motor coordination and joint stabilization are keys to staying strong and preventing falls.  Relaxation techniques and restorative breathing exercises enhance mental clarity.   Keeping life in the right balance just got easier.   HG112EX      Fitness Orientation BY APPOINTMENT:  Call the Center 410-939-5121. Tuition:           $5 one-time annual fee Instructor:      Deb Wimbrough             Get personal instruction on the proper use of fitness equipment and suggestions for exercise programs.  Note:  Fitness Orientation is required prior to using the Fitness Room.   A one-time annual $5 fee is required for a fitness orientation.  An appointment for a fitness orientation is required; call the center to make an appointment.   HG105EX      Fitness Room Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Closed Monday, January 18 and February 15 Tuition:           None             Exercise on your own using a variety of multi-station fitness equipment, recumbent bicycle, and treadmill.  Equipment is provided in cooperation with Harford County Dept. of Parks & Recreation.  Note:  Fitness Orientation is required prior to using the Fitness Room.   Light Cardio-Toning Two separate classes; please choose desired course: HG104EX   Wednesday, 8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. HG204EX   Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Tuition:           $20 Instructor:      Deb Wimbrough Minimum Enrollment:  10     Maximum Enrollment:  40             Get fit from the inside out with moderate exercise to improve muscle tone and cardio-vascular fitness.  Enjoy your favorite tunes as you workout to music using stretch bands to tone your muscles.  Get your blood pumping and make your heart happy as you condition the body and relax the mind.  Stretch bands provided during class time.  Don’t forget your floor mat; participants must be able to get up or down from the floor on their own.  Light weights also suggested.   HG115EX      Lighten Up, Liven Up - NEW! Friday, January 15, 29, February 12, 26, March 12 11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Tuition:           $25 Instructor:      Deb Wimbrough Minimum Enrollment:   8 Maximum Enrollment:  10             This is a 5-week course in which participants meet every other week for weigh-ins and counseling on better food choices and exercises to help meet and maintain a healthier lifestyle.   Relaxation & Stress Reduction Two separate classes; indicate desired course: HG113EX    Monday , 3:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. (No class Monday, Jan. 18 or Feb. 15) HG213EX   Wednesday, 3:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Tuition:           Monday:  $8                         Wednesday:  $10 Instructor:      Rosemary Raymonda Minimum Enrollment:  10 Maximum Enrollment:  30             At last!  A class to focus on the mind-body connection so that you can deal with most anything life might cast your way!  Practice the soothing benefits of breathing and relaxation techniques, reducing muscle tension and encouraging pain control.  Replace old reactions with new responses to become more centered and peaceful.  Ahh.   HG114EX      Tai Chi 1 (Beginning) Wednesday & Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. Tuition:           $40 Instructor:      Preston Hutt Minimum Enrollment:  10     Maximum Enrollment:  25             Tailored for the beginning student, experience peace and tranquility and strength-building through ancient Chinese Tai Chi forms and qi gong exercises that cultivate vitality, balance, and flexibility while learning the basic Yang style short form.    Yoga Two separate classes; indicate desired course: HG108EX   Wednesday, 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. HG208EX   Friday, 10:00 a.m. -11:00 a.m. Tuition:           $20 Instructor:      Deb Wimbrough Minimum Enrollment:  10     Maximum Enrollment:  40             Assume the lotus position and breathe deeply.  The practice of yoga has its roots in Indian tradition as a spiritual pathway leading to the union with the Supreme Consciousness.  In modern times, yoga is practiced to promote good health and fitness.  Enjoy relaxation and tranquility as body and mind enjoy the many benefits of this ancient practice.  Yoga mat and strap suggested; participants must be able to get up or down from the floor on their own.    FINE ARTS   HG104FA     Basic Fine Arts Tuesday, February 2, 9, 16, 23, March 1, 9 10:00 a.m. -12 noon Tuition:               $24 Supply Fee:       None Instructor:           Mary Klunk Minimum Enrollment:  10 Maximum Enrollment:  12               Students will work from still life objects supplied by instructor.  Instructor will demonstrate various methods to accurately draw or paint these objects.  Instructor will demonstrate materials needed to produce 3-dimensional images on 2-dimensional surfaces, using oils, pastels, graphite, watercolor.  Students will achieve proficiency using the medium of their choice.  Class meets six times.   HG102FA      One Stroke Painting Thursday, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Tuition:           $36 Supply Fee:  Students buy own supplies prior to first class; instructor will leave list at front desk. Instructor:      Helen Tucker Minimum Enrollment:  10              Maximum Enrollment:  12             With a flick of the wrist you can blend, shade, and highlight with just one single brush stroke.  Using the Donna Dewberry decorative painting technique, create your own One Stroke masterpieces on a variety of surfaces using the principle known as “loading the brush”.    The activities below are also offered; however, centers are CLOSED on Monday, January 18 and February 15.   CARDS (Play on Your Own) Open Cards, Board Games,        Monday, 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.  Mah Jongg   DISCUSSION GROUPS   Current Events                   Thursday, 9:00 a.m. -11:00 a.m.                                                 Facilitator:  Mitch Shank                                                 Meets weekly to discuss topics of interest to the group.   GAMES (Play on Your Own) Billiards                                 Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Bingo                                     2nd and 4th Friday, 1:00 p.m. Basketball (Open Play)     Thursday, 12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Wii Exercise                         Look for this activity on our monthly calendar.                                                 GENERAL ACTIVITIES   Crafting With Terri             1st Friday, 11:00 a.m. – 12 noon                                                 A small supply fee not to exceed $2.00 may be required.   HEALTH & NUTRITION PROGRAMS   Walking Monday and Thursday:       8:00 a.m. – 12 noon Tuesday:                                8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.   Blood Pressure Screenings                    4th Wednesday, 10:00 a.m. – 12 noon Provided by Upper Chesapeake Health   To request disability-related accommodations; please call Office on Aging at 410.638.3025 five business days before event.

HAVRE DE GRACE ACTIVITY CENTER
351 Lewis Lane,
Havre de Grace, Maryland 21078
410.939.5121