Special Events



Closed

Monday, May 29

The Johnson City Senior Center is closed in observance of Memorial Day.

NOTE: NO BINGO TODAY.


AARP Driver Safety Class

Thursday, 6/1 & Friday, 6/2, 1:00 – 4:15PM *

* 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.

Call 607-797-3145 or see the receptionist to sign up.


Poetry Group

Friday, June 2, 12:30 – 1:30PM

Bring any poems you've written and want to share with the group. You can request copies from the receptionist.

All are welcome.


BINGO

Monday, June 5

12:30 – 1:30PM – Board Sales

1:30 – 4:30PM – Games Played

It's BINGO time!!!


Stay Healthy Caregiver Chat Group

Monday, June 5, 1:00 – 2:30PM

Sponsored by Broome County Office for Aging

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.

This group is facilitated by Richelle Gervais from the Broome County Office for Aging. For questions, please call OFA at 607-778-2411.


Chop & Chat

Tuesday, June 6, 11:00AM – 12:00PM

Sponsored by Faith in Action

Squash, Pepper and Tomato Gratin

You'll receive a nutritious recipe and the ingredients. Begin prepping the recipe while chatting with others.

Sign-up by Wednesday, May 31 by stopping at the receptionist desk or calling 607-797-3145.


Know Your Numbers

Wednesday, June 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.


Poetry Group

Friday, June 9, 12:30 – 1:30PM

Bring a couple of your favorite published poems to share with the group. You can request copies from the receptionist.

All are welcome.


BINGO

Monday, June 12

12:30 – 1:30PM – Board Sales

1:30 – 4:30PM – Games Played

It's BINGO time!!!


Legal Aid

Wednesday, June 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.


Closed

Monday, June 19

The Johnson City Senior Center is closed in observance of Juneteenth.

NOTE: NO BINGO TODAY.


Chop & Chat

Tuesday, June 20, 11:00AM – 12:00PM

Sponsored by Faith in Action

Brown Rice Stir Fry with Vegetables

You'll receive a nutritious recipe and the ingredients. Begin prepping the recipe while chatting with others.

Sign-up by Wednesday, June 14 by stopping at the receptionist desk or calling 607-797-3145.


LGBTQ+ Senior Social Hour

Wednesday, June 21, 3:00 – 4:00PM

Sponsored by 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 also 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.

Light refreshments and homemade cookies will be available. The group will be facilitated by Robert Hoover, local artist, retired magazine industry professional and Office for Aging Advisory Board Member and Elliot Townsend, a Masters Level Intern with Office for Aging.

For questions, call Office for Aging at 607-778-2411.

Registration not required.


Poetry Group

Friday, June 23, 12:30 – 1:30PM

Bring a couple of your favorite published poems to share with the group. You can request copies from the receptionist.

All are welcome.


BINGO

Monday, June 26

12:30 – 1:30PM – Board Sales

1:30 – 4:30PM – Games Played

It's BINGO time!!!


AARP Driver Safety Class

Monday, 6/26 & Tuesday, 6/27, 1:00 – 4:15PM *

* 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.

Call 607-797-3145 or see the receptionist to sign up.



Doug's Fish Fry & MORE!

Wednesday, June 28, 11:00AM – 6:00PM

Raffles, brownie sale, and bottle/can drive.

Doug’s Fish Fry will be selling their delicious fish, fries and clam strips to benefit our Center.

You can call in your order the day of the event until 4:00PM by calling 607-753-9184, ext. 2.

You can also order when you arrive.

 
THANK YOU..... we appreciate your support!

Haircuts by Debbie

Wednesday, June 28, 10:00 – 11:30AM

Cancelled for June; Debbie will resume haircuts on July 26.

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, June 28, 11:30AM – 12:30PM

The Role of Food in Managing Blood Pressure

Kathleen Cook, from Cornell Cooperative Extension Broome County, visits to discuss the importance of a low-sodium diet, rich in potassium, to manage your blood pressure.


Book Club

Wednesday, June 28, 3:00 – 4:00PM

Join us to discuss:

The Ride of Her Life

by Elizabeth Letts

All welcome!

For more information on the JCSC Book Club and the books we've read, click here.


NO BINGO - MONDAY, JULY 3

MONDAY, JULY 3- BINGO IS CANCELLED TODAY


Stay Healthy Caregiver Chat Group

Monday, July 3, 1:00 – 2:30PM

Sponsored by Broome County Office for Aging

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.

This group is facilitated by Richelle Gervais from the Broome County Office for Aging. For questions, please call OFA at 607-778-2411.


Closed

Tuesday, July 4

The Johnson City Senior Center is closed in observance of Independence Day.


Know Your Numbers

Wednesday, July 5, 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.


BINGO

Monday, July 10

12:30 – 1:30PM – Board Sales

1:30 – 4:30PM – Games Played

It's BINGO time!!!


BINGO

Monday, July 17

12:30 – 1:30PM – Board Sales

1:30 – 4:30PM – Games Played

It's BINGO time!!!


LGBTQ+ Senior Social Hour

Wednesday, July 19, 3:00 – 4:00PM

Sponsored by 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 also 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.

Light refreshments and homemade cookies will be available. The group will be facilitated by Robert Hoover, local artist, retired magazine industry professional and Office for Aging Advisory Board Member and Elliot Townsend, a Masters Level Intern with Office for Aging.

For questions, call Office for Aging at 607-778-2411.

Registration not required.


Legal Aid

Wednesday, July 20, 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.


BINGO

Monday, July 24

12:30 – 1:30PM – Board Sales

1:30 – 4:30PM – Games Played

It's BINGO time!!!


Haircuts by Debbie

Wednesday, July 26, 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, July 26, 11:30AM – 12:30PM

Eat a Rainbow: Colorful Seasonal Fruits & Vegetables

Kathleen Cook, from Cornell Cooperative Extension Broome County, visits with helpful tips.


BINGO

Monday, July 31

12:30 – 1:30PM – Board Sales

1:30 – 4:30PM – Games Played

It's BINGO time!!!



Book Club

Wednesday, August 9, 3:00 – 4:00PM

Join us to discuss:

The Story of Arthur Truluv and sequel Night of Miracles

by Elizabeth Berg

All welcome!

For more information on the JCSC Book Club and the books we've read, click here.


AARP Driver Safety Class

Thursday, 8/10 & Friday, 8/11, 1:00 – 4:15PM *

* 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.

Call 607-797-3145 or see the receptionist to sign up.


Common Threads Quilters Guild Quilt Show

Saturday, September 2, 10:00AM – 5:00PM

Sunday, September 3, 10:00AM – 4:00PM

The Johnson City Senior Center will be the site of the Common Threads Quilters Guild – Quilt Show, "Labor of Love."

For more information on the Guild, visit their website by clicking here.


AARP Driver Safety Class

Tuesday, 9/12 & Thursday, 9/14, 1:00 – 4:15PM *

* 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.

Call 607-797-3145 or see the receptionist to sign up.


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.


AARP Driver Safety Class

Thursday, 10/12 & Friday, 10/13, 1:00 – 4:15PM *

* 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.

Call 607-797-3145 or see the receptionist to sign up.