Special Events
Stay Healthy Caregiver Chat Group
Monday, December 5, 1:00 – 2:30PM
Caring for an older adult or younger child? Then let's chat!
This is open to caregivers of any age. Attending a support group offers many benefits:
- Feeling less lonely and isolated.
- Gaining a sense of empowerment and control.
- Improving your coping skills.
- Talking openly and honestly about your feelings with others who can relate.
- Reducing distress, depression or anxiety and getting practical advice or information.
We're meeting in person at the Johnson City Senior Center. Join us!
Any questions? Call Danielle Schaeffer, Group Facilitator, at the Broome County Office for Aging, 607-778-2411.
Know Your Numbers!
Wednesday, December 7, 10:00AM – 12:00PM
Joyce visits from The Medicine Shoppe to check your blood pressure, glucose, and/or oxygen level.
Know your numbers for a healthier you!
The American Heart Association encourages everyone to Know Your Numbers to monitor your risk of developing cardiovascular disease and other serious health complications. For more information, see the American Heart Association's website.
No appointment needed.
OFA Nutrition Education
Thursday, December 8, 12:00PM
Healthy Holiday Recipe Modifications
OFA Nutritionist, Donna Bates, joins us for a short presentation followed by the annual Nutrition Program Customer Satisfaction Survey.
Please plan to complete this survey if you’re a regular for lunch. Your responses help shape the lunch program.
JCSC Art Show
Friday, December 9, 10:00AM – 1:00PM
The art classes at the Johnson City Senior Center cordially invite you to a reception featuring their work on Friday, December 9 at the center.
The artists’ works will be displayed in the dining room. Some of the artwork will be for sale and immediately available for pickup at that time.
The classes have been working hard over the last three years and have even begun a new class dedicated to drawing. Come join them to see what they’ve been doing!
This celebration is free and open to the public.
Light refreshments will be served.
Between the Lines – Intergenerational Discussion Group
Saturday, December 10, 10:00AM – 12:00PM
NOTE: This meeting will be at the Vestal Public Library.
All welcome.
Registration not required.
Binghamton University Health Program
Tuesday, December 13, 10:30 – 11:30AM
The Binghamton University Red Cross Health Literacy Group is hosting a FUN event! They’re a division of the BU Red Cross Club focused on educating the local community on healthy lifestyle behaviors through interactive presentations and activities.
They’ll do a short presentation on ways to improve overall health. Topics will include healthy eating, activities to promote cognitive and mental health as well as physical health and wellbeing. Then they’ll play a health-related game of Bingo with small prizes!
Registration not required.
First Ward Senior Chorus
Wednesday, December 14, 1:00 – 2:00PM
The First Ward Senior Citizens Chorus, under the direction of Robin DeSantis, will perform their holiday program.
Come enjoy some holiday music and get in the holiday spirit with us!
If joining us for the Holiday Luncheon that day, please make your reservation by Tuesday, 12/13, at noon.
Legal Aid
Thursday, December 15, 9:00AM – 12:00PM
Melissa Krause 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.
Poetry Group
Friday, December 16, 12:30 – 2:00PM
Join us! New members welcome.
Bring a poem to share if you choose. Copies can be requested from the receptionist.
Closed
Monday, December 26
Closed in observance of Christmas.
Haircuts by Debbie
Wednesday, December 28, 10:00 – 11:30AM
Debbie Roberts will be back 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.
Nutrition Education with Cornell Cooperative Extension
Wednesday, December 28, 12:30 – 1:00PM (Note: time change)
Healthy Ingredient Swaps All Year Long
Kathleen Cook, from Cornell Cooperative Extension Broome County, visits with healthy tips.
Closed
Monday, January 2
Closed in observance of New Years.
May 2023 be good in all ways!
Know Your Numbers!
Wednesday, January 4, 10:00AM – 12:00PM
Joyce visits from The Medicine Shoppe to check your blood pressure, glucose, and/or oxygen level.
Know your numbers for a healthier you!
The American Heart Association encourages everyone to Know Your Numbers to monitor your risk of developing cardiovascular disease and other serious health complications. For more information, see the American Heart Association's website.
No appointment needed.
Between the Lines – Intergenerational Discussion Group
Saturday, January 7, 10:00AM – 12:00PM
NOTE: This meeting will be at the Vestal Public Library.
All welcome.
Registration not required.
Stay Healthy Caregiver Chat Group
Monday, January 9, 1:00 – 2:30PM
Caring for an older adult or younger child? Then let's chat!
This is open to caregivers of any age. Attending a support group offers many benefits:
- Feeling less lonely and isolated.
- Gaining a sense of empowerment and control.
- Improving your coping skills.
- Talking openly and honestly about your feelings with others who can relate.
- Reducing distress, depression or anxiety and getting practical advice or information.
Chop & Chat
Tuesday, January 10, 11:00AM – 12:00PM
Recipe: TBD
Enjoy a delicious recipe and the company of others!
Offered by Faith in Action.
Sign up by Wednesday, January 4. See the receptionist or call us at 607-797-3145 to sign up.
Book Club
Wednesday, January 11, 3:00 – 4:00PM
Join us to discuss:
The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks
by Rebecca Skloot
All welcome!
For more information on the JCSC Book Club and the books we've read, click here.
Lyceum
Wednesday, January 18, 10:00AM – 12:00PM
ARMCHAIR TRAVEL: Goin' Out West: Jonathan & Rhonda Tour the National Parks of the Great Northwest
Presenters: Jonathon Cohen and Rhonda Branca.
From Bismarck to Spokane, take a photographic journey to the National Parks of North Dakota, South Dakota, Wyoming, Montana, Idaho, and areas in between!
Sponsored by Broome County Office for Aging.
Registration not required.
Legal Aid
Thursday, January 19, 9:00AM – 12:00PM
Melissa Krause 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.
Chop & Chat
Tuesday, January 24, 11:00AM – 12:00PM
Recipe: TBD
Enjoy a delicious recipe and the company of others!
Offered by Faith in Action.
Sign up by Wednesday, January 18. See the receptionist or call us at 607-797-3145 to sign up.
Haircuts by Debbie
Wednesday, January 25, 10:00 – 11:30AM
Debbie Roberts will be back 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.
Nutrition Education with Cornell Cooperative Extension
Wednesday, January 25, 12:30 – 1:00PM
The Role of Food & Your Health: Cholesterol & Blood Sugar
Kathleen Cook, from Cornell Cooperative Extension Broome County, visits with healthy tips.
Lyceum
Wednesday, February 1, 10:00AM – 12:00PM
ARMCHAIR TRAVEL: The Family Finally Goes to Fondi!
Sponsored by Broome County Office for Aging.
Registration not required.
Lyceum
Wednesday, February 22, 10:00AM – 12:00PM
ARMCHAIR TRAVEL: The Netherlands
Sponsored by Broome County Office for Aging.
Registration not required.
Book Club
Wednesday, February 22, 3:00 – 4:00PM
Join us to discuss:
The Ritual Bath
by Faye Kellerman
All welcome!
For more information on the JCSC Book Club and the books we've read, click here.
Lyceum
Wednesday, March 8, 10:00AM – 12:00PM
ARMCHAIR TRAVEL: Southern Africa: Shooting the Light
Sponsored by Broome County Office for Aging.
Registration not required.
Lourdes Mobile Mammography Van
Wednesday, May 24, 2023, 9:00AM – 3:00PM
Lourdes makes it easy to get your annual mammogram by bringing the mammogram to you!
3-D Technology available. Wheelchair accessible.
No physician referral required. You do not have to be a Lourdes patient. Your results can be sent to the health care provider(s) of your choice.
Insured and un-insured women welcome.
To find out if you're eligible for a low- or no-cost screening, call the Cancer Services Program at 1-888-345-0225.
To pre-register, call Lourdes at 607-798-5723.
Lourdes Mobile Mammography Van
Thursday, September 14, 2023, 9:00AM – 3:00PM
Lourdes makes it easy to get your annual mammogram by bringing the mammogram to you!
3-D Technology available. Wheelchair accessible.
No physician referral required. You do not have to be a Lourdes patient. Your results can be sent to the health care provider(s) of your choice.
Insured and un-insured women welcome.
To find out if you're eligible for a low- or no-cost screening, call the Cancer Services Program at 1-888-345-0225.
To pre-register, call Lourdes at 607-798-5723.
Get a jump on October's Breast Cancer Awareness Month, make your appointment today.