Special Events
Highlighted Events
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BU Nurses Visit
Friday, October 2, 9:30 - 1:00pm
Binghamton University's nursing students join us for the day's activities.
It's a great opportunity to ask questions and have your blood pressure checked.
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Financial Q & A
Tuesday, October 13, 11:45AM – 12:45PM
Ask Me Anything!
Carol Gallagher, a retired investment advisor, returns to answer more of your questions.
This is a chance to ask her questions related to financial planning, risk management, leaving money or property to heirs, optimizing Social Security, evaluating traditional Medicare vs. Medicare Advantage plans, taking required minimum distributions from IRAs, surviving the loss of your spouse, and more.
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Discover Live
Tuesday, October 13, 2:30 - 3:30pm
Barbados, Caribbean
Bridgetown: The Heart of Barbados Culture & Heritage
Wednesday, October 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
London, England
London's Landmarks: From the Thames to Piccadilly
Thursday, October 22, 10:00 - 11:00am
Falun, Sweden
Capital of the Medieval Swedish Kingdom of Dalarna
Tuesday, October 27, 1:30 - 2:30pm
Delhi, India
A Diwali Celebration Tour
Sponsored by Broome County Office for Aging
Join us for live tours of these locations!
Registration not required.
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NEW! Greeting Card Workshop
Wednesday, October 14, 1:30 – 3:00pm
Learn how to make greeting cards with card-making afficionados Susan and Carolyn. You’ll make two unique cards with precut materials. Cards will be assembled during class; some coloring, embossing, or die-cutting may be involved.
In October's class, we'll make Thanksgiving cards. In November's class, Wednesday, 11/18, we'll make Christmas cards.
Fee of $8 required for materials for two cards & instructor fee. Class limited to 8 participants. Call us at 607-797-3145 or see the receptionist to register.
Sample cards can be viewed at the front desk.
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Hearing Screenings
Tuesday, October 20, 9:00AM - 12:00PM
Amanda VanFossen, a NYS licensed hearing aid specialist with Timeless Hearing (formerly Tri-City Hearing) returns.
She visits the Center regularly to do free hearing screenings.
Call us at 607-797-3145 or see the receptionist to schedule a 15-minute appointment.
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Boscov's Shopping Passes
Thru Wednesday, October 21
Available for $5.00 at the Center.
The “Friends Helping Friends” shopping passes can be used on Wednesday, October 21 for
25% off while shopping at Boscov’s.
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Flu Shot Clinic
Friday, October 30, 10:00AM - 12:00PM
Wegmans Pharmacy visits to offer flu vaccines.
Registration not required.
Lobby Guests
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Help with Medicare Questions
Two of our newsletter advertisers will be available in our lobby to answer your Medicare questions on Mondays & Wednesdays, 10:00am - 1:00pm. Here's the schedule:
Stephen Snitchler:
- Mondays in October
- Wednesdays in November
Marlene Dunlap-Martino:
- Wednesdays in October
- Mondays in November
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Golden Days Adult Day Program
Wednesday, October 28, 10:00am – 1:00pm
Golden Days Adult Day Program, located in Johnson City, helps keep people living at home and interacting in the community by providing nursing day services for adults.
They will be in our lobby to answer your questions. Feel free to stop by to talk to them!
Regularly-Scheduled Activities
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BingoList Item 1
Monday, September 28
Monday, October 5
Monday, October 12
Monday, October 19
Monday, October 26
12:30 – 1:30PM – Board Sales
1:30 – 4:30PM – Games Played
It's BINGO time!!!
You don't need to be a member to play Bingo.
All welcome. You must be 18 years old or older to play.
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Greater Good Grocery BusList Item 3
Monday, September 28
Monday, October 5
Monday, October 12
Monday, October 19
Monday, October 26
11:00AM – 12:00PM
The Greater Good Grocery Bus is at the Johnson City Senior Center every Monday!
Shop the grocery bus for a great selection and low prices: fresh produce and bread, refrigerator and freezer sections and name brands.
The bus accepts cash, credit cards, SNAP/EBT & PRX Bucks.
ALL are welcome to acccess the bus.
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Widows & Widowers Support Group
Tuesday, September 29
Tuesday, October 13
Tuesday, October 27
10:00 – 11:30AM
This is a support group for Widows and Widowers to help navigate the grieving process.
The group is facilitated by Kathy Sheehan and Roxanne Chalker. They focus on positivity and share topics the group wants to discuss.
The group meets every other Tuesday.
Our November meetings are Tuesday, 11/10 and 11/24.
For questions, call the Center at 607-797-3145.
All welcome.
Registration not required.
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Chop & Chat
Tuesday, September 29, 11:00AM – 12:00PM
Recipe: Minestrone Soup with Red Kidney Beans
Register by Tuesday, 9/22
Tuesday, October 20, 11:00AM – 12:00PM
Recipe: Stuffed Veggie Peppers with Rice
Register by Tuesday, 10/13
Tuesday, November 3, 11:00AM – 12:00PM
Recipe: Ranch Taco Soup
Register by Tuesday, 10/27
Tuesday, November 24, 11:00AM – 12:00PM
Recipe: TBD
Register by Tuesday, 11/17
Sponsored by Faith in Action
Prepare the ingredients for a delicious recipe and enjoy the company of other participants!
Register by the Tuesday before each class.
To register, see the receptionist or call us at 607-797-3145.
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Poetry GroupList Item 2
Friday, October 2
Friday, October 9
Friday, October 16
Friday, October 23
Friday, October 30
12:30 – 2:00PM
On the first Friday of the month, we'll share poetry we've written with the group. The other Fridays, we'll share published poetry.
See the receptionist for copies.
The Library group is limited in size, so registration is required. See our receptionist or call us at 607-797-3145 to inquire.
No registration required for the group that meets in the Art Room.
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Legal AidList Item 4
Thursday, October 15, 9:00AM – 12:00PM
Whitney Saupan from the Legal Aid Society of Mid-New York visits monthly to provide free counsel.
Appointment required. Call us at 607-797-3145 or see our receptionist to book an appointment.
Legal Aid is at our Center the third Thursday of every month.
Next visit is 11/19.
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AARP Driver Safety
Thursday, 10/15 & Friday, 10/16 1:00 – 4:00PM
Thursday, 11/12 & Friday, 11/13 1:00 – 4:00PM
*** No December class ***
* You must attend both classes.
AARP Members: $25 | Non-AARP Members: $30
Check or money order (payable to AARP).
Payment required to secure your spot.
Check with your insurance company to see if you're eligible for a discount on your car insurance after course completion.
To register, see the receptionist or call us at 607-797-3145.
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Art Workshop
Friday, October 16
Friday, October 30
10:00AM – 12:00PM
The October class will focus on the "Sunset Ship".
Bring your own materials; your choice of medium to use.
Fee is $3 for members; $5 for non-members.
Due to this being an instructional class, please arrive within 5 minutes of the start time.
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Southern Tier Orchid Society
Sunday, October 18
They meet the third Sunday of the month from September through May from 2:00 - 4:00PM. Social time begins at 1:30PM.
The group aims to enhance your knowledge and improve your experience with raising orchids. The meetings feature a scheduled guest speaker or other activities to help with you, such as their annual repotting workshop.
In October, there's a speaker from Flask & Flora.
Their annual Orchid Show is held at the Center..... stayed tuned for the 2027 date.
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Book Club
Wednesday, October 21, 3:00 – 4:00PM
We'll meet in October to discuss The River Is Waiting by Wally Lamb.
We meet every six weeks at the Center.
For more information on our Book Club, click on the image above.
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LGBTQ+ Senior Social Hour
Wednesday, October 21
Wednesday, November 18
3:00 – 4:00PM
Sponsored by Broome County Office for Aging
This social group hopes to establish a safe space to provide helpful, positive and supportive social interactions amongst local LGBTQ+ older adults.
They aim to promote dignity, caring and problem solving within the community by collaborating with local agencies in hopes of providing resources unique to the needs of the group.
The group is facilitated by Robert Hoover, local artist, retired magazine industry professional and Office for Aging Advisory Board Member.
This group meets the third Wednesday of every month.
For questions, call Office for Aging at 607-778-2411.
Registration not required.
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Dementia Caregiver Support Group
Wednesday, October 21
Wednesday, November 18
4:00 – 5:30PM
Sponsored by the Alzheimer's Association
This group is for caregivers of people living with Alzheimer's disease and dementia.
This support groups offers a way to:
- Develop a support system.
- Exchange practical information on challenges and possible solutions.
- Talk through issues and ways of coping.
- Share feelings, needs and concerns.
- Learn about community.
This group meets the third Wednesday of every month.
Please call the Central New York Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association at 315-472-4201 for screening/registration.
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Haircuts
Wednesday, October 28
10:00 – 11:30AM
Debbie Roberts is available to do haircuts for men and women. Cost is $20.
Appointment required. Call us at 607-797-3145 or see our receptionist to book an appointment.