Special Events
BINGO
Monday, April 15
12:30 – 1:30PM – Board Sales
1:30 – 4:30PM – Games Played
It's BINGO time!!!
Deterra Disposal Pouches
Tuesday, April 16, 10:30AM – 12:00PM
Sponsored by Broome County Office for Aging
Broome County Office for Aging will be in the lobby to distribute Deterra Disposal Pouches. These pouches can be used to destroy medications and drugs.
Lyceum
Wednesday, April 17, 10:00AM – 12:00PM
Topic: Nova Scotia
Sponsored by Broome County Office for Aging
This is part of Lyceum's Armchair Travel Series. We'll join virtually via Zoom.
Registration not required.
Book Club
Wednesday, April 17, 3:00 – 4:00PM
Join us to discuss:
The Boys in the Boat
by Daniel James Brown
All welcome!
For more information on the JCSC Book Club and the books we've read, click here.
LGBTQ+ Senior Social Hour
Wednesday, April 17, 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 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.
At this month's meeting, Yarrow Brown, founder of the Southern Tier Transgender Advocacy Group, joins us.
Light refreshments and homemade cookies will be available. The group is facilitated by Robert Hoover, local artist, retired magazine industry professional and Office for Aging Advisory Board Member.
For questions, call Office for Aging at 607-778-2411.
Registration not required.
Legal Aid
Thursday, April 18, 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.
Food & Your Health
Friday, April 19, 10:30 – 11:30AM
Topic: Pick A Protein: Options Besides Meat
Kathleen Cook, from Cornell Cooperative Extension Broome County, visits with more healthy tips! She'll make a yummy recipe for all to sample - this month she'll make Bean, Corn & Tomato Salad (also known as Cowboy Caviar).
Registration not required.
Poetry Group
Friday, April 19, 12:30 – 2:00PM
We'll share published poetry amongst the group. See the receptionist for copies.
Krispy Kreme Doughnut Fundraiser
Friday, April 19, 2:00PM at the Center and 11:59PM online
Last day to order these delicious treats!
Original Glazed - dozen
Chocolate Iced Glazed - half-dozen
Glazed Raspberry Filled - half-dozen
Glazed White Creme Filled - half dozen
Glazed Lemon Filled - half dozen
Price is $12.00 per box. Pay at the Center with cash or check or order online with a credit card (there's a $0.75 convenience charge per box).
Order by Friday, April 19: 2:00PM at the Center or 11:59PM online. Click here to order online.
Pickup your doughnuts on Wednesday, April 24, between 12:00 - 4:00PM or Thursday, April 25, anytime. Sorry but delivery isn't available. PLEASE NOTE: this is for the Johnson City, NEW YORK, Senior Center.
We appreciate your support!
Greater Good Grocery Bus
Monday, April 22, 9:30 – 11:00AM
The Greater Good Grocery Bus will be at the Johnson City Senior Center.
ALL are welcome to acccess the bus.
BINGO
Monday, April 22
12:30 – 1:30PM – Board Sales
1:30 – 4:30PM – Games Played
It's BINGO time!!!
Chop & Chat
Tuesday, April 23, 11:00AM – 12:00PM
Recipe: Five Veggie Stir Fry
Sponsored by Faith in Action
Prepare the ingredients for a delicious recipe and enjoy the company of other participants!
Register by Wednesday, 4/17.
To register, see the receptionist or call us at 607-797-3145.
Haircuts by Debbie
Debbie will not be available for haircuts in April or May.
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.
AARP Driver Safety Class
Thursday, 4/25 & Friday, 4/26, 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, April 26, 12:30 – 2:00PM
We'll share published poetry amongst the group. See the receptionist for copies.
BINGO
Monday, April 29
12:30 – 1:30PM – Board Sales
1:30 – 4:30PM – Games Played
It's BINGO time!!!
Know Your Numbers
Wednesday, May 1, 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, May 3, 12:30 – 2:00PM
Feel free to bring a poem that you've written to share with the group. See the receptionist for copies.
BINGO
Monday, May 6
12:30 – 1:30PM – Board Sales
1:30 – 4:30PM – Games Played
It's BINGO time!!!
Stay Healthy Caregiver Chat Group
Monday, May 6, 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, May 7, 11:00AM – 12:00PM
Recipe: Spring Ratatouille
Sponsored by Faith in Action
Prepare the ingredients for a delicious recipe and enjoy the company of other participants!
Register by Wednesday, 5/1.
To register, see the receptionist or call us at 607-797-3145.
Poetry Group
Friday, May 10, 12:30 – 2:00PM
We'll share published poetry amongst the group. See the receptionist for copies.
Legal Aid
Thursday, May 16, 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.
Food & Your Health
Friday, May 17, 10:30 – 11:30AM
Topic: Tiny Gardens: Easy to Grow Fresh Foods.
Kathleen Cook, from Cornell Cooperative Extension Broome County, visits with more healthy tips! She'll make a yummy recipe for all to sample.
Registration not required.
Chop & Chat
Tuesday, May 21, 11:00AM – 12:00PM
Recipe: Spaghetti Salad
Sponsored by Faith in Action
Prepare the ingredients for a delicious recipe and enjoy the company of other participants!
Register by Wednesday, 5/15.
To register, see the receptionist or call us at 607-797-3145.
Haircuts by Debbie
Debbie will not be available for haircuts in May.
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.
Guthrie Lourdes Mobile Mammography Van
Friday, May 24, 9:00AM – 3:00PM
Guthrie 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 Guthrie 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 Guthrie Lourdes at 607-798-5723.