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JULY/AUGUST 2015 NEWSLETTER

MONROEVILLE SENIOR CITIZENS CENTER 6000 Gateway Campus Blvd. Monroeville, PA 15146

www.monroeville.pa.us 412.856.7825

Dear Readers,

We happen to think that the members of the Monroeville Senior Citizens Center are some of the best people around! Thank you for being such loyal members of our center. We couldn’t do what we do in the community without you.

We are so glad you have chosen to be a part of the MSC family. To show our appreciation, we are throwing a celebration for all members during the month of August. Enjoy a week of special daily activities beginning Monday, August 10th. The complete schedule is located on the back page of the newsletter.

Thank you for being a valued member of the Monroeville Senior Citizen Center. We are proud to count you among our members and as a strong supporter.

We hope to see you! Tara Gresock, Executive Director

Take a look inside From the Office Pg. 2 Exercise Classes Pg. 7

Senior Services Pg. 3 Calendars Pg. 8 & 9

Weekly Activities Pg. 3 Fitness Programs Pg. 10 & 11

Health and Wellness Programs Insert

Social Clubs Pg. 4 Monthly Programs Pg. 12 & 13

Activity Groups Pg. 5 Special Events Pg. 14

Fitness Center Pg. 6 Trips and Tours Pg. 15

Hours of Operations

MONDAY - FRIDAY

8:30 am – 4:30 pm

Fitness Room Hours:

Monday – Thursday 8:00 am – 8:00 pm Friday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm

Program Registration:

Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

Center Staff Tara Gresock Executive Director

Carol Olson Program Coordinator

Chris Gilbert, CPT Fitness Coordinator

Larry Katis Custodian

Cindra Dale Bus Driver/Custodian

Mike Evans Evening Fitness Supervisor


Becoming a Member: Participants who attend regularly scheduled activities at the center, excluding the $500 Jackpot bingo, monthly luncheons, and special events will be required to become a member of the center.

RESIDENTS OF MONROEVILLE AND PITCAIRN

Residents of Monroeville and Pitcairn receive a “FREE” membership to the center. Participants must register in the main office and receive a membership card.

NON RESIDENTS

Non-residents are required to pay a $5 annual fee. Participants must register in the main office and receive a membership card.

YOU WILL BE GIVEN A MEMBERSHIP CARD

Each participant will receive a membership card upon registration. You are required to scan this card each time you enter the building. Just wave the card in front of one of the scanners located at either the front desk, or east/west exits. If you swipe your card at one of the exit doors, you do not have to swipe it at the main desk.

SWIPE YOUR CARD

The membership cards keep track of how many members we have as well as how many visits we receive each month. We are required to report these figures each month to the municipality. These records justify our annual budget and funding.

The Monroeville Senior Citizens Center receives grant funding each year. We are rewarded these funds based on our monthly attendance records. These opportunities will not be available, if our attendance records do not show the need!

IT IS IMPORTANT THAT YOU SWIPE YOUR CARD!

DONATIONS: The Monroeville Senior Citizens Center is owned and operated by the Municipality of Monroeville. The municipality covers the operational costs of the building. All programming expenses are raised and paid for by the Monroeville Council of Senior Citizens.

Each year the Senior Council works hard to raise funds to offset expenses. These funds have help pay for the following: Exercise equipment, commercial grade appliances for the kitchen, furniture for the lobby, computers, and movie screen/projector. These funds also offset our entertainment.

Donations can make a big difference. Even the smallest amount can help. The center is a 501 © (3) charitable organization and your donation would be tax-deductible. Please contact the main office if you would like to make a contribution!


BUS TRANSPORTATION

We provide Monroeville and Pitcairn member’s transportation for any monthly club meeting, $500 Jackpot bingo, luncheons, special events, and movie days. Members will be picked up right at their door! Pick up time will be within the hour prior to the program start time. Return trips will leave immediately following the adjournment of the activity. Shopping Trips: The center also provides resident member’s weekly transportation to local shopping destinations. Trips are held on Thursday and Fridays. Your scheduled day depends on where you live. Call or stop by the main office for more information!

If you or someone you know cannot provide meals for themselves. Meals on Wheels can help! Areas served include Monroeville, Pitcairn, Trafford, and Level Green. Meals delivered 5 days a week! Volunteers needed.

Monroeville 412.856.0311 Pitcairn 412.527.3914

Weekly Activities Members are invited to participate in any of these great activities sponsored by the Monroeville Senior Citizens Center: Stop by anytime!

Quilting: Wednesdays, 10:00 am and Fridays, 12:30 pm, Craft Rm.

Crocheting: Thursdays, 10:00 am, Computer Rm.

All Cards: Mondays, 12:30 pm and Fridays, 12:00 pm, Card Rm.

Contract Bridge: Tuesdays, 10:30 am, Card Rm.

500 Card Club: Wednesdays, 12:30 pm, Card Rm.

Pinochle: Thursdays, 12:30 pm, Card Rm.

Mah Jonng: Wednesdays, 12:00 pm, Computer Rm.

Dominos: 1st Tuesday of the month, 12:30 pm, Computer Rm.

Cross Stitch Club: 1st Thursday of the month, 10:00 am, Craft Rm.

Dish Craft Club: 2nd Tuesday of the month, 10:00 am, Craft Rm.

SENIOR SERVICES Blood Pressure

Screenings

Free Blood pressure screenings are held the 4th Wednesday of the month at 10:00 am in the lobby.

Access and Port Authority Registrations

65 years +, you can register for an Access and/or a Port

Authority Bus Pass in the main office. Proof of age is required (Driver’s License). Individuals must be present at the time of registration.

Forms and Applications

Forms for PACE and Handicapped license plates/placards are available the office.

Financial Counseling

Free information on investments selection,

taxes, estate, and retirement planning.

Medicare Counseling

Confused about your Medicare options? Free

counseling available to get you back on track.

Appointments can be made in the main office.


Join a club that fits your interests. Each club offers regular monthly meetings, monthly programs and activities, luncheons, dinners, trips and tours, and entertainment. It’s a terrific way to meet new friends. Many of us have also found friends we haven’t seen in years by attending a meeting. Clubs are open to all members of the center. Bus transportation is available.

Mid Century Club Prime Timers Club Club meets the 2nd Wednesday, 12:00 pm Club meets the 4th Wednesday, 12:00 pm

Club President: Judy Diel (724)989-9318 Club President: Marilyn Wempa (412) 373-7794

Board Meetings: Board Meeting: Tuesday, June 30th @ 1:00 pm Wednesday, July 15th @ 10:30 am Tuesday, August 4th @ 1:00 pm Wednesday, August 19th @10:30 am

JULY CLUB MEETING: JULY CLUB MEETING: Wednesday, July 8th @ 12:00 pm Wednesday, July 22nd @ 12:00 pm

“Western Hoedown Luncheon” with Bingo Brown Bag Luncheon Menu: Choice of Arby’s Bring your own lunch $2 for Dessert Roast Beef or Chicken Sandwich Peach or Apple Carmel Walnut Pie with Ice Cream Served with Potato Salad, Baked Beans, Entertainment: Larry Cervi’s East End Kids Fruit Cup, and Refreshments $5 per person Deadline: July 1st AUGUST CLUB MEETING: Wednesday, August 26th @ 12:00 pm AUGUST CLUB MEETING: Wednesday, August 12th @ 12:00 pm “Summer Picnic Luncheon” Menu: Smoked Roasted Pork or Lamb Sandwich Brown Bag Luncheon with Bingo Salad and Fresh Mixed Fruit Kabob Bring your own lunch. Entertainment: Balloon Artist, Kim Sauer Dessert will be provided. $6 per person. Deadline: August 19th Tickets must be purchased in advance. Tickets are available in the main office. BUS TRANSPORTATION IS AVAILABLE!

Join one of our clubs… And meet some everlasting friends!


Activity Groups Wii BOWLING GROUP

To truly understand Wii gaming, you have to try it for yourself. Wii bowling is for everyone. The league is based on individual scores with a big tournament at the end of the 10 week session. League Meets - Thursdays, 10:00 am (summer break, starts back in Sept)

SHUFFLEBOARD LEAGUES

For those of you whom like shuffleboard, don’t let the weather make you stop playing. New and would like to learn? Everyone is welcome! We have two indoor courts that provide a great place for play. Come join us anytime. Leagues Meet – Wednesdays, 3:00 pm or Fridays, 1:00 pm

STROKE SUPPORT GROUP

This free program was created to provide support not only for stroke victims, but any person who has suffered from a brain injury. Join us for socializing, sharing, support, educational activities, physical exercise, rehabilitation updates, outings, and guest speakers. Group Meets – Thursdays, 1:00 pm Monroeville Senior Center (1st/3rd) Plum Senior Center (2nd/4th)

COMPUTER CONCEPTS CLUB

Would you like to learn more about your computer? How about the internet? Join a congenial group and expand your horizons. Bring your questions and your experiences and be prepared to share both with the group. Guest speakers also visit to give us in site on the new technical advancements. Group Meets – 2nd Tuesday, 9:30 am

Singles Group: The Monroeville Singles is a group of single seniors that meets once a month at a local area of interest. This club meets the 2nd Monday of the month, unless otherwise noted. As a group the singles have enjoyed lunch at most of the local restaurants, theater parties, tours, shopping trips, and much more…

July Meeting: Monday, July 13th Hofbrauhaus (South Side)

August Meeting: Monday, August 10th Cracker Barrel (New Stanton) We will be ordering from menu, separate checks.

Trips require a $3 reservation fee to be paid in advance.

Bus transportation available.

To Make Reservations Contact:

Lois Lewis (412) 372-6384

TRAFFIC SAFETY SEMINAR Friday, August 7th @ 1:00 pm

Allegheny County Health Department’s Traffic Safety Project is offering a FREE presentation for mature drivers.

Join us and receive the following: Updates and reminders of traffic laws, tips for aging drivers, pedestrian education, safety data and statistics from PennDOT, and information

about community resources. Sign up in the office by Monday, July 27th


Investing in your health and wellness and making time for you is the best gift you could give yourself!

We hope that the fitness facility will provide you with the motivation, encouragement, and support you need to help improve your level of wellness.

We recommend that participants consult with their physician before beginning any exercise program.

Each participant must register in the main office and complete a physical activity Readiness Questionnaire, which may require a Physician’s Clearance Form. All individuals will be required to sign an “Assumption of Risk Waiver”.

All participants will be given a “Required Orientation” prior to using the fitness facility. Orientations will be scheduled once all the paperwork is completed and submitted to the main office.

The orientation introduces you to the equipment, including how to adjust each piece to fit you properly and correct exercise techniques. Rules and policies of the fitness center will also be explained. Upon completion of your orientation you may utilize the fitness room anytime.

Our facility features a great line of senior friendly cardiovascular and strength training equipment. State of the art equipment with the newest technology to make your experience a positive one!

HOURS OF OPERATIONS:

Monday – Thursday 8:00 am – 8:00 pm

Friday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm

FITNESS MEMBERSHIPS:

Monroeville Residents

65 years + are FREE!

Residents, 50 – 64 years

Choose a Package:

$60 Three Month Plan

$100 Six Month Plan

$160 Full Year Plan

Non Resident Packages:

$90 Three month Plan

$130 Six Month Plan

$190 Full year Plan

Municipal Employees Discounts Available… See office for details.

MSC FITNESS CENTER


Exercise Classes LOW IMPACT AEROBICS

This is a great class for both newcomers and those with experience. This basic course incorporates unique exercise routines to move, stretch, and tone your muscles. It also helps to improve flexibility, the cardiovascular system, and relieve stress.

Monday, Wednesday, Fridays, 9:15 am – 10:15 am $3 per person Instructor: Sue Zdrodowski

TOTAL FITNESS

Take your fitness to the next level and challenge yourself with this class. This advanced level class provides a total balanced workout. This is an allover body strengthening class that utilizes light hand weights, step and low impact aerobics and yoga stretches.

Tuesday and Thursdays, 10:15 – 11:45 am $5 per person Instructor: Sue Lomeo

LINE DANCING

Dust off your dancing shoes! Come enjoy dancing to the many steps and routines of line dancing. These classes will keep the body moving and put a smile on your face. So let’s dance and have fun with our feet, one step at a time. Learn as you go, no experience needed. No partner needed.

Wednesdays, 11:30 am – 12:30 pm $3 per person Instructor: Gail Noullet

YOGA FITNESS

Yoga balances the body, mind, and spirit. Participants can expect positive improvements in health through stretching, strengthening, and deep breathing exercises. Bring a yoga mat.

Tuesday and Thursdays $5 per person Instructor: Sue Lomeo 9: 00 am – 10:00 am and 5:15 – 6:15 pm (Evening Class)

“MOVE IT” CARDIO INTERVAL CLASS

Stop fretting if you think you cannot possibly fit both cardio and strength training exercise into your busy schedule. This class includes athletic movements with intervals of strength training. The class will also feature core training on a mat.

Thursdays, 6:30 – 7:15pm $32 for an 8 class punch card … Stop by anytime! Instructor: Chris Gilbert, CPT


JULY 2015

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SAT/SUN

1 Dine Around @ Deluca’s Diner, 11a Quilting, 10a Mah Jonng, 12p 500 Card Club, 12:30p

2 Cross Stitch Club, 10a Crocheting, 10a Pinochle, 12:30p Shopping Trips

3 Center Closed

4/5 Center Closed

6 All Cards, 12:30p Senior Council, 1p

7 Bridge, 11:30 p Domino’s 12:30 p

8 Quilting, 10a Mah Jonng, 12p MID CENTURY CLUB, 12p 500 Card Club, 12p

9 Crocheting, 10a Pinochle, 12:30 p Shopping Trips

10 All Cards, 12p Quilting, 12:30p Shuffleboard, 1p

11/12 $500 Jackpot Bingo, 1:00p Lunch Served 12:00‐12:45p

13 Singles Group, Hafbrauhaus, 12p All Cards, 12:30p

14 Computer Club, 9:30a Dish Cloth Club, 10a Bridge, 11:30a

15 Quilting, 10a Mah Jonng, 12p 500 Card Club, 12p LUAU BINGO, 12p



18/19 Center Closed

20 All Cards, 12:30p

21 Brunch&Learn, 10a Movie Day “Unbroken” 12:30p

22 Quilting, 10a Mah Jonng, 12p PRIME TIMERS CLUB, 12p 500 Card Club, 12p



25/26 Center Closed

27 MONTHLY LUNCHEON, 12p All Cards, 12:30p

28 Bridge, 11:30 a Craft Class, 10a “Sun Catchers”

29 Quilting, 10a Mah Jonng, 12p 500 Card Club, 12p

30 Crocheting, 10a Pinochle, 12:30 p Bells & Bands Clinics Shopping Trips

31 COFFEE WITH COUNCIL, 10A All Cards, 12p Quilting, 12:30p Shuffleboard, 1p

Low impact Aerobics, 9:15a (Big Room) Silver&Fit, 9:30a SS Classic, 10:30a SS Yoga, 11:30a

Senior Yoga, 9:00a Total Fitness, 10:15a SS Circuit, 12:00p Balance Training, 1p Yoga Fitness, 5:15p

Low Impact Aerobics, 9:15a (Big Room) Silver&Fit, 9:30a SS Classic, 10:30a Line Dancing, 11:30p

Senior Yoga, 9:00a Total Fitness, 10:15a SS Yoga, 12:00p Balance Training, 1p Yoga Fitness, 5:15a MOVE IT, 6:30pm

Low Impact Aerobics, 9:15a SS Classic, 10:30a

Fitness Room Hours: Monday – Thursday 8:00 am – 8:00p Fridays 8:00 am – 4:30 p


AUGUST 2015 MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SAT/SUN

Low impact Aerobics, 9:15a (Big Room) Silver&Fit, 9:30a SS Classic, 10:30a SS Yoga, 11:30a

Senior Yoga, 9:00a Total Fitness, 10:15a SS Circuit, 12:00p Balance Training, 1p Yoga Fitness, 5:15p Circuit Training, 5p

Low Impact Aerobics, 9:15a (Big Room) Silver&Fit, 9:30a SS Classic, 10:30a Line Dancing, 11:30p

Senior Yoga, 9:00a Total Fitness, 10:15a SS Yoga, 12:00p Balance Training, 1p Yoga Fitness, 5:15a Circuit Training, 5p MOVE IT, 6:30p

Low Impact Aerobics, 9:15a SS Classic, 10:30a

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$500 Jackpot Bingo, 1:00p Lunch Served 12:00 – 12:45 p

3 All Cards, 12:30p Senior Council, 1p Fitness Challenge begins!

4 Bridge, 11:30 p Domino’s 12:30 p

5 Quilting, 10a Mah Jonng, 12p HOT DOG ROAST, 12p 500 Card Club, 12p


7 All Cards, 12p Quilting, 12:30p TRAFFIC SAFETY SEMINAR, 1p Shuffleboard, 1p

8/9 Center Closed

10 Singles Group, Cracker Barrel, 12p All Cards, 12:30p

11 Computer, 9:30 p Dish Cloth Club, 10a Bridge, 11:30 a

12 Quilting, 10a Mah Jonng, 12p MID CENTURY CLUB, 12p 500 Card Club, 12p


14 AAPR Drivers Course, 9a All Cards, 12p Quilting, 12:30p Shuffleboard, 1p

15/16 Center Closed

Customer Appreciation Week


18 Movie Day “St. Vincent” 12:30p

19 Mah Jonng, 12p Quilting, 10a 500 Card Club, 12p

20 Crocheting, 10a Pinochle, 12:30 p Book Club, 1p Shopping Trips


22/23 Center Closed

24 MONTHLY LUNCHEON, 12p All Cards, 12:30p

25 Bridge, 11:30 a Craft Class, 10a “Marbled Mugs”

26 Quilting, 10a Mah Jonng, 12p PRIME TIMERS CLUB, 12p 500 Card Club, 12:30p



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1 Bridge, 11:30 p Sites for Seniors “Heinz Museum”

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Fitness Room Hours: Monday – Thursday 8:00 am – 8:00p Fridays 8:00 am – 4:30 p


Who is eligible to join Silver Sneakers and Silver & Fit? It is available at no additional cost to individuals who belong to participating Medicare health plans/Medicare supplements carriers.

Silver Sneakers Currently Accepts: Highmark Freedom Blue, Security Blue, Medigap Blue, and HOP.

Silver & Fit Currently Accepts: Advantra, Aetna, Coventry Health Care (Part D), Health America (HAPA), and UPMC (in January 2015)

How do I sign up? Visit the main office. Bring your Silver Sneaker/Silver & Fit card and your health insurance card with you at the time of registration.

What if I am a current member at another facility? SILVER SNEAKER: You will need to sign up as a member of the senior center to be able to participate in activities at our facility. Silver Sneakers allows you to participate a multiple sites. SILVER & FIT: You will also need to sign up as a member of the senior center to be able to participate in activities at our facility. This program only allows you to be a member at one site.

What if I am already a member of the senior center? If you would like to participate in the classes at no cost, you will need to become registered member. If you are a non-resident registering will also waive your annual non-resident membership fee. PLUS, the center is compensated for your visits through these organization. In 2013, we received over $15,000! We use this revenue to help offset operational costs.

What if I am not eligible to join? Can I still take their exercise classes? YES! You may still take the classes, however you will need to pay to attend. Non-members to these programs will have to purchase a “MSC Exercise Punch Card” in the main office. These cards allow you 10 visits to any Silver Sneakers and/or Silver & Fit classes. Cards are $30, which equals to $3 per class. The instructor will punch your card at the beginning of each class.

What do I do once I am registered? You must swipe your MSC membership card AND Silver Sneakers Card each time you attend an “ACTIVITY” at the center, not just the exercise classes and the fitness room. These organizations just want you to be active!

STAY FIT. HAVE FUN. BE HEALTHY!

The Monroeville Senior Citizens Center is now a certified site for both SILVER SNEAKERS and the SILVER & FIT program!


SILVER SNEAKERS AND SILVER & FIT PROGRAM SCHEDULE The groups exercise classes are appropriate for older adults who are fit and active as well as those who are

sedentary, intimated, and unfamiliar with exercise, entering post- rehabilitation programs.

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

9:30 – 10:15 am

Silver Sneakers CIRCUIT

12:00 – 12:45 pm

9:30 – 10:15 am

Silver Sneakers YOGA

12:00 – 12:45 pm

Silver Sneakers CLASSIC

10:30 – 11:15 am


10:30 – 11:15 pm


10:30 – 11:15 am

Silver Sneakers YOGA

11:30 – 12:15 pm

Silver Sneakers ® CLASSIC Have fun and move to the music through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength, range of movement, and activity for daily living skills. Hand-held weights, elastic tubing with handles, and a ball are offered for resistance; and a chair is used for seated and/or standing support.

Silver Sneakers ® CIRCUIT Combine fun with fitness to increase your cardiovascular and muscular endurance power with a standing circuit workout. Upper body strength work with hand-held weights, elastic tubing with handles and a ball is alternated with non-impact aerobic choreography. A chair is offered for support, stretching and relaxation exercises. This class is an advanced version of the Silver Sneakers Classic Class.

Silver Sneakers ® YOGA Yoga Stretch will move your whole body through a complete series of seated and standing yoga poses. Chair support is offered to safely perform a variety of postures designed to increase flexibility, balance and range of movement. Restorative breathing exercises and a final relaxation will promote stress reduction and mental clarity.

Silver&Fit Experience is for moderately active older adults who exercise in some way one to two days per week. The class is designed to increase the participant's flexibility, joint stability, dynamic balance, coordination, agility, reaction-time, muscular strength, and cardiovascular endurance.


BALANCE TRAINING GROUP

The Balance Training Group is a 45 minute program designed to build strength, balance and fall prevention awareness. Each program session will include a 10 minute warm-up and cardio, 15 minutes of Strength Training, and 15 minutes of balance and cool-down stretching. The Level 2 Group is for individuals who have taken the Level 1 class and want to continue to build their balance skills. This training is also ideal for folks who have solid balance but want to challenge their balance, coordination, and agility skills. Each individual will receive a pre/post program balance assessment, a guided fitness room orientation, and Fall Prevention Strategies and information. Participants will work in small groups to meet their individual’s goals. All fitness levels are welcome. Pre-registration Required!

Session Dates: Fall classes TBA! $45 per person (8 week session)

Level 1 1:00 pm – 1:45 pm Level 2 2:00 – 2:45 pm Groups of 4-6 people!

HOW-TO FITNESS CLINICS

If you are new to fitness or are joining our facility for the first time, you are in the majority. If you are not new to the fitness center and simply would like to break up the monotony of your exercise routine, we are here to help you make this transition by educating you on the many different ways you can improve your overall fitness. In addition to the variety of assessments, orientations, and programming that we offer to you as part of your membership, we are also now holding how-to clinics designed to teach you how to do exercises safely, help you stay motivated, and add more variety to your workout!

“Bells and Bands Clinic” Learn how to safely and effectively incorporate dumbbells and elastic bands into your exercise routine. This clinic will help you gain experience so you feel comfortable with these versatile exercise tools.

Date: Thursday, July 30th Sessions: 8:00 am, 1:00 pm, & 5:00pm $3 per person Spaces limited!

FITNESS CENTER PROGRAMS

AUGUST FITNESS CENTER CHALLENGE “Don’t Be A Stiff” Contest

Flexibility is a key component of wellness, mobility, and injury prevention. Stop by the fitness center each day and perform the 4 essential flexibility exercises assigned by the Fitness

Coordinator, Chris Gilbert CPT, and receive a raffle ticket. Winner receives a $25 Giant Eagle Gift Card! Contest runs from Monday, August 3rd through Monday, August 31st.


These one hour clinics are taught by Fitness Coordinator, Chris Gilbert CPT, and are held in small groups. Registration is required and can be done any time in the main office.

Monthly Programs Movie Mania Join us for free popcorn and the newest movie releases! Movies shown the 3rd Tuesday of each month @ 12: 30p. Bus transportation is available.

Tuesday, July 21st – “Unbroken” After a near-fatal plane crash in WWII, Olympian Louis Zamperini spends a harrowing 47 days in a raft with two fellow crewmen before he's caught by the Japanese navy and sent to a prisoner-of-war camp. Directed by Angelina Jolie Starring: Jack O’Connell PG-13

Tuesday, August 18th – “St. Vincent” A single mother, Maggie, moves into a new home in Brooklyn with her 12 year old Oliver. Forced to work long hours, she has no choice but to leave him in the care of their neighbor. Vincent is a retired curmudgeons with a penchant for alcohol and gambling. Starring: Bill Murray, Melissa McCarthy PG-13

Monthly Craft Classes

Glass Marble Sun Catchers Tuesday, July 28th 10:00 am

It’s beautiful and sunny outside, so we are taking advantage of all this sunshine and making these pretty homemade sun catcher. Hang your finished project in a window that gets a lot of sun or in a dim room that needs brightening up!

$8 includes all materials Sign up by 7/21

Marbled Mugs Tuesdays, August 25th 10:00 am

We are all about easy beautiful craft projects, especially when they are functional and can double as great gifts.

AARP Defensive Driving Course Tune up your driving skills and update your knowledge on rules of the road. This class is designed to help adults 50 years and older to maintain their driving privileges. Participants review changes that occur with age that affect how you deal with traffic, freeway driving, road hazards, and accident prevention. Participants that take this class may be eligible for a 5% discount on their car insurance.

2 Day Driver’s Course This class is for adults who have “never” taken the drivers safety course or haven’t taken one in over three years.

Date: Fall Dates TBA

Refresher Course:

This class is for adults who have “previously” taken the drivers safety course and need to renew. Certification need to be renewed every 3 years.

Date: Fall Dates TBA

Fee: $ 20 per person AARP Members receive a $5 discount. You must show your AARP card to receive the discount.

You must show your driver’s license and your 2-day certificate at the time of registration. Registration will not be taken over the phone.


Come try the newest trend … Marbling technique. You’ll be going home marbleizing.

$8 includes a pair of mugs. Participants must bring two (2) different nail polish colors. Sign up by 8/18.

Enjoy an afternoon once a month where you don’t have to worry about making your

own meal. Each month we will provide a home cooked meal that will come with all

the fix-ins! All meals are cooked in house by the municipal staff and senior volunteers.

Program is held March through October.

July: Monday, July 27th @ 12pm

“Sloppy Joe on Kaiser Roll”

Served with Broccoli Salad, Potato Wedges, Dessert, and Refreshments

Ticket Deadline: Wednesday, July 22nd

August: Monday, August 24th @ 12pm

“Barbeque Pulled Pork on a Kaiser Roll”

Served with Potato Salad, Baked Beans, Dessert, and Refreshments.

Ticket deadline: Wednesday, August 19th

$6 Per Person

CENTER’S FUNDRAISER $500 Jackpot Bingo

Come try your luck at bingo and help raise funds for the center. You may be lucky!

We hold a $500 Jackpot bingo the 1st Saturday of the month, unless it falls on a holiday weekend. The bingo will then be

held on the 2nd Saturday. Bus transportation is available.

In addition to the $500 jackpot… We play (5) $70 specials & (2) 50/50 frames.

ENTRY PACKAGE: $15 Early Bird Specials: $2 a pack

3 up Bonus Pack: $3 9 up Bonus Pack: $8

AGES 18 AND OVER PERMITTED!

Lunch is served from 12:00 pm – 12:30 pm. Lunches are served from March – November.

Upcoming Dates:

Saturday, July 11th (2nd Week) Saturday, August 1st

Lunch served from 12:00 – 12:30 pm Hot Dog and Kraut with a Bag of Chips $2 Coffee, Tea, Soda $.50 Bottled Water $.75

The “Snack Cart” will also be available!

ALL PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE “FREE” POPCORN AND DESSERT!

Bingo Volunteers Needed! Interested in helping? Please see the main office.


Tickets will not be sold at the door!

Enjoy a game of bingo afterwards. $1 per bingo card. 50/50 raffle will also be held at each luncheon. $5 for 20 tickets.

BUS TRANSPORTATION AVAILABLE!

Dine Around Town 1st Wednesday of the month @ 11:00 am

Join us each month as we travel around Pittsburgh, on the Senior Center Bus, trying out the new and trendy restaurants! Participants will be ordering off of the menu at their own cost.

Wednesday, July 1st Deluca’s Diner, Robinson (Sign-ups begin June 8th)

Wednesday, September 2nd Cheesecake Factory, South Side (Sign-us begin August 10th)

Wednesday, October 7th Narcisi Winery, Gibsonia This is our last trip for the year, so we are ending it with a special trip. We will be doing a wine tour prior to lunch. Please look at the menu (pricing) posted on the bulletin board prior to signing up. (Sign-ups begin September 14th)

LIMITED SPACES… FIRST COME FIRST SERVE! Sign up in the main office. $3 per person (Administrative Fee)

Brunch and Learn Program Third Tuesday of the month @ 10:00 am

Enjoy a late breakfast while learning the latest information on health advancements. A UPMC East Hospital event.

Tuesday, July 21st Arthritis Treatment and Prevention

Elizabeth Calabrese, PT from UMPC Center for Rehabilitation, will be here to provide an overview including types, causes, symptoms, and management. Various options of prevention and treatment will be discussed to help you work towards goals of decreasing pain, improve mobility, and greater ease with daily activities.

Tuesday, September 15th

Inpatient Rehab and Outpatient Rehab

Sites for Seniors Monday, August 31st

We Can Do It! WWII Exhibit is at the Heinz History Museum. Discover how Pittsburgh affected World War II – and how the war affected our region – as part of the new exhibition. This 10,000 square-foot exhibition focuses on Pittsburgh’s role on both the home front and the battlefield during World War II. The exhibition explores the development of the jeep, a uniquely American invention produced by the American Bantam Car Company in Butler, Pa., and reveal the stories behind real-life “Rosie the Riveters” and local Tuskegee Airmen whose contributions made an unquestionable impact on the war effort.

$12 per person

Sign up by 8/7.


The best thing that ever happened to Tuesday was

the creation of Taco Tuesday! Join us as we

celebrate with the…

WALKING TACO

Tuesday, July 14th 12:00 – 1:00 pm

Fill your bag with all these great topping:

Sour Cream, Guacamole, Taco Meat, Jalapeno’s, Nacho Cheese Sauce,

Salsa, Shredded Cheese, Lettuce, Beans, Olives

NEVER HAD A WALKING TACO BEFORE? You will be craving them

after this treat!

$3 Per Bag

TACO TUESDAY

Tuesday, October 20th

Vascular Health and Screenings

$3 per person includes Panera bagels, scrambled eggs, sausage links, fruit, and orange juice, coffee, and hot tea.

Special Events LUAU BINGO Wednesday, July 15th @ 12:00 pm Celebrate summer the Hawaiian way! We have added some le’ale’a - fun and amusement – to your basic bingo game. Win a game at bingo and walk away with a gift card to a great restaurants in the area. Wear your Hawaiian shirts and your grass skirts. The participant with the most creative attire will win a prize! Free Hawaiian face painting will be available. All prizes are donated by local business. Lunch Menu: Ham Barbeque on a Kaiser Roll, Hawaiian Coleslaw, Potato Chips, Pineapple Upside Down Cupcake, and Refreshments.

$5 per person TICKETS WILL NOT BE SOLD AT THE DOOR! Ticket Deadline: Wednesday, July 8th

HOT DOG ROAST Wednesday, August 5th @ 12:00 pm Come cool off from the summer heat and join us for our 7th Annual Hot Dog Roast. There’s nothing better than a hot dog right off the grill, and to top it off we are having a sundae bar with all the toppings. End the good meal with a game of bingo. Lunch Menu: Beef hot dog, sauerkraut, baked beans, potato salad, ice cream sundae bar, and refreshments.

$5 per person TICKETS WILL NOT BE SOLD AT THE DOOR! Ticket Deadline: Wednesday, July 29th

PIEROGI FEST Wednesday, September 16th @ 12:00 pm It’s new… Our 1st Annual Pierogi Fest! Celebrate the Eastern European food with the Polish dishes we all love. Enjoy live music and great food. Get your tickets because this one will be a sell out for sure! Lunch Menu: Potato Pierogies, Haluski, Kielbasa, Dessert, Refreshments. Entertainment: Judi Figel, Singer & Pianist


Judi is a dynamite singer and great pianist who performs a wide variety of music styles in and around the Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania area. Judi is a dynamite singer and great pianist who performs a variety of music.

$6 per person TICKETS WILL NOT BE SOLD AT THE DOOR! Ticket Deadline: Wednesday, Sept 9th

HALLOWEEN MONSTER BASH Friday, October 30th @ 12:00 pm

Join us for a spooktacular time! The biggest event of the year is back for its 6th year. Lots of food, games, costume contest, face painting, balloon art, and musical entertainment. You won’t want to miss it! Lunch Menu: Enjoy all the fixings to make your own meal! Bake potato and salad bar, dessert, and refreshments. Enjoy toppings like… Nacho cheese sauce, cheddar cheese, broccoli, bacon, peppers, onions, cucumbers, olives, beets, carrots, and sour cream. Your meal will be loaded with all kids of goodies for sure! Entertainment: Pittsburgh’s Doo Wop Big Band Relive the sounds of the 50s, 60’s and 70’s with the Quartet from the Pittsburgh Doo Wop Big Band. Under the direction of Richard G. Mansfield, musical director, arranger/ conductor of the “American Soundtrack Series”, the group has recreated the same great musical arrangements as seen and heard on PBS. Enjoy the sounds of Motown, the rhythms of the Crystals and the Chiffons, the smooth sounds of the Miracles, Etta James, and more!

$6 per person TICKETS WILL NOT BE SOLD AT THE DOOR! Ticket Deadline: Friday, October 23rd.

SOUP DAY Tuesday, November 17th @ 12:00 pm

SOUP FOR SENIORS A FUNDRAISER FOR THE

MONROEVILLE SENIOR CENTER

Savor a delicious container of homemade soup and

support the Monroeville Senior Center.

HOMEMADE BROCCOLI CHEDDAR

Creamy cheesy comfort your gonna love… A cream based

soup with flavorful blend of cheddar cheese and tender broccoli florets and shredded

carrots. Make sure you keep your eyes open for ordering dates.

Coming this Fall! Thanks to Chef John Sims,

who will be volunteering his time to make the homemade soup.

John is retired from the US Submarine Forces (25 years) as a

military chef, the United States Postal Service (25 years), and was the executive chef at the Mystic

Aquarium, Penguins Café in Stonington, CT.

He recently moved to Monroeville to be closer to his children.


Back by Demand! When it starts getting cold outside, we couldn’t think of anything better than a hot cup of soup to warm our bellies! Join us for a wonderfully warming fall lunch. Lunch Menu: Homemade Italian Wedding Soup from Labriola’s Italian Market, Garden Salad, Bread & Butter, Apple Dumpling with Vanilla Ice Cream, and Refreshments. Entertainment: Donna Groom from the Skyliners Donna is best known for the Skyliners hit song ‘Since I don’t Have You” from 1959. In her solo performance, she will perform the music that has influenced her life, including hits by Patsy Cline, Dusty Springfield, The Carpenters, and Carly Simon.

$5 per person TICKETS WILL NOT BE SOLD AT THE DOOR. Ticket Deadline: Wednesday, July 11th

Bus transportation is available for all special events!

Flavors of Pittsburgh Food Tour Friday, July 17th

Have you ever wondered what true Pittsburghers eat? Well now’s your chance to find out! The Flavor of Pittsburgh Food Tour: Pittsburgh’s Popular Food Culture Tour will visit iconic ‘Burgh eateries featured in Man vs. Food; Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives; Food and Wine magazine; Huffington Post and more. Taste your way through the foods that celebrities, chefs, magazine writers and bloggers adore! Enough food for a meal. $109 per person Includes tours of Historic Market Square, Pittsburgh Public Market, and more…

Meadows Casino Trip Thursday, July 30th

Enjoy the Meadows Casino. Over 1800 slot machines, a 3000 square foot bar and lounge which includes bar-installed slot machines, plasma screens to view your favorite race and sport action, and a live entertainment area. The casino is complete with a sit-down snack bar and all-you-can-eat restaurant. $25 per person Includes transportation, $15 slot play, $5 food credit, and bus driver tip.

Grove City Shopping & More Friday, August 14th 1st stop - August Forge the America’s oldest and largest forge, producing hand-wrought ornamental metalware and elegant giftware in aluminum and other metals since 1923. Visitors to Wendell August’s four stores will find a lovely array of traditional and contemporary metalware for heart and home.

TRIPS AND TOURS

The following trips are being run through the main office. Full payment is required at the time of reservation. Refunds will not be given unless tour protection is purchased or a replacement is found.

Check the bulletin board for a full itinerary. Trips are sponsored by Thomas Tours and Travel.


2nd stop - Grove City Premium Outlets is a beautiful open-air outlet center and Western Pennsylvania's premiere shopping destination with over 130 brand-name outlet stores. $39 per person Wining and Dining in Geneva, OH Saturday, September 19th Trip includes stops at the Cherry Valley Country Store, Emerine Estates, Ferrante Winery and Ristorante, Harperfield and Mechanicville Bridges, and the old Firehouse Winery. Trip includes lunch. $129 per person Amish Harvest Trip, Middlefield OH Saturday, October 3rd Trip includes stops at Emma Millers, Sage’s Apples, Middlefield Cheese, Ridgefield Farms, and the End of the Common General Store. Trip includes and Amish lunch. $115 per person Shakerwoods Christmas Saturday, October 3rd It’s your opportunity to shop for hand-crafted holiday gift items form some of the country’s best craftspeople in a setting that only Shakerwoods can deliver. The woods will be transformed into a holiday wonderland with each booth beautifully decorated in an old-fashioned holiday theme. Crafts people include woodworkers, floral designers, blacksmiths, potters, tole painters, basket weavers, and many others. There will be plenty of delicious foods including holiday favorites cooked in the old fashioned way. Come have an old-fashioned good time! $54 per person I love Lucy Live Sunday, November 29th A charming host entertains and enlightens you to the behind-the-scenes filming process of this brand new thing called “television”, the Crystaltone Singers perform advertising jingles in perfect 50s style harmony and the sidesplitting antics of America’s favorite foursome – Lucy, Ricky, Fred, and Ethel – are presented live on stage and in color for the very first time! It’s a one-of-a-kind theatrical experience. $159 per person Includes transportation, Show, and Dinner Wizard of Oz Saturday, January 9th Developed from the popular MGM screenplay, this production contains the beloved songs from the Oscar Winning movie score, all the favorite characters and iconic moments, plus a few surprise along the way, click your heels together and join Scarecrow, Tin Man, Lion, Dorothy, and her little dog Toto as they journey through the magical land of OZ to meet the Wizard and obtain their hearts desires. $109 per person Includes transportation, Show, and Dinner Cabaret Sunday, February 7th


Welcome to the infamous Kit Kat Klub, where the Emcee, Sally Bowles and a raucous ensemble take the stage nightly to tantalize the crowd – and to leave their troubles outside. But as life in pre-WWII Germany grows more and more uncertain, will the decadent allure of Berlin nightlife be enough to get them through their dangerous times? Come hear some of the most memorable songs in theatre history, including “Cabaret”, Willkommen”, and “Maybe This Time”. Leave your troubles outside – Life is beautiful CABARET. $159 per person Includes transportation, Show, and Dinner

Southern Caribbean Cruise Sunday, January 17 – February 7th What would you rather be this coming January? Enjoying rainforests, crystal-clear waters, seaside villages, and white-sand beaches are just few of the exotic treasures you’ll experience on this Carnival Southern Caribbean cruise. Bounty of activities include swimming, snorkeling, hiking, shopping, and sightseeing ensure that there’s something to suit every taste. Cruise ports at Grand Turk, Aruba, Curacao, Bonaire, St. Croix, San Juan, St. Thomas, Antigua, Dominica, St. Lucia, St. Kitts, and St. Maarten. Early Booking Bonus… Interior $1899 Ocean View $2089 Balcony $2749 (All rates are per person and based on double occupancy) Trip Includes: Deluxe Motorcoach transportation to Baltimore, 21 Night Cruise, All Taxes and Port Fees.

MEMBER APPRECIATION WEEK August 10th – August 14th Members we want to thank you for being a part of the MSC family. Join us for a week of special activities!

MONDAY – “Muffin to Do But Appreciate You” Show your membership card and receive a free muffin from 11:00am – 1:00 pm

TUESDAY – You Make Us “POP with Appreciation” Show your membership card and receive a free bag of popcorn from 11:00am – 1:00 pm

WEDNESDAY – “Donut You Know You’re Appreciated” Show your membership card and receive a free

President Jim Macaluso

Vice President Marilyn Cohn

2nd Vice President Dolly Gardner

Treasurer Dorothy Daw

Executive Director Tara Gresock

Club Representatives: Judy Diel Hal Walchli Orita Wood Lorraine Meglio

At Large Members: Ted Ziccardi Jim Kovach Ed Diel Barbara Mohan

Municipal Liaison: Linda Gaydos

Senior Council meets the 1st Monday of every month at 1pm.

Monroeville Council of Senior Citizens


glazed donut from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm.

THURSDAY – “You Make Our Days Brighter” So we wanted to brighten yours… Anyone that comes to the center between 11:00am – 1:00 pm will receive a free windshield wash courtesy of the MSC staff. FRIDAY – “Mahalo” Finishing the week of big time! We are thanking you Hawaiian style… The Kona Ice Truck will be here from 11:00am – 1:00 pm. Show your membership card and receive a free Kona Ice treat.

All week long enjoy Free Coffee and hot tea in the lobby from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm. Wear your MSC T-shirt that week and receive a raffle ticket to win a special prize! Drawing at 1:00 pm Friday.

We will closed on Friday, July 3rd in honor of Independence Day!

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