Special Events



BINGO

Monday, December 11

12:30 – 1:30PM – Board Sales

1:30 – 4:30PM – Games Played

It's BINGO time!!!



Book Club

Wednesday, December 13, 3:00 – 4:00PM

Join us to discuss:

Adrift - Seventy-six Days Lost at Sea

by Steven Callahan

All welcome!

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


Nutrition Education with Cornell Cooperative Extension

Friday, December 15, 10:00 – 11:00AM (NEW DAY & TIME!!!)

Topic: Mindful Eating

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


Poetry Group

Friday, December 15, 12:30 – 2:00PM

We'll share published poetry amongst the group. See the receptionist for copies.


BINGO

Monday, December 18

12:30 – 1:30PM – Board Sales

1:30 – 4:30PM – Games Played

It's BINGO time!!!


LGBTQ+ Senior Social Hour

Wednesday, December 20, 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.

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, December 21, 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 22, 12:30 – 2:00PM

We'll share published poetry amongst the group. See the receptionist for copies.



Closed for Christmas

Monday, December 25

Wishing you all a Merry Christmas!

No Bingo today.


Haircuts by Debbie

Wednesday, December 27, 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.


Poetry Group

Friday, December 29, 12:30 – 2:00PM

We'll share published poetry amongst the group. See the receptionist for copies.



Closed for New Years

Monday, January 1

Wishing you all a Happy New Year!

No Bingo today.


Know Your Numbers

Wednesday, January 3, 10:00AM – 12:00PM - CANCELLED THIS MONTH - BACK ON FEBRUARY 7

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, January 5, 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, January 8

12:30 – 1:30PM – Board Sales

1:30 – 4:30PM – Games Played

It's BINGO time!!!


Stay Healthy Caregiver Chat Group

Monday, January 8, 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,  January 9, 11:00AM – 12:00PM

Recipe: Vegetable Mac & Cheese

Sponsored by Faith in Action

Prepare the ingredients for a delicious recipe and enjoy the company of other participants!

Register by Wednesday, 1/3.

To register, see the receptionist or call us at 607-797-3145.


AARP Driver Safety Class

Thursday, 1/11 & Friday, 1/12, 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, January 12, 12:30 – 2:00PM

We'll share published poetry amongst the group. See the receptionist for copies.


BINGO

Monday, January 15

12:30 – 1:30PM – Board Sales

1:30 – 4:30PM – Games Played

It's BINGO time!!!


LGBTQ+ Senior Social Hour

Wednesday, January 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.

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, January 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.


Nutrition Education with Cornell Cooperative Extension

Friday, January 19, 10:00 – 11:00AM (NEW DAY & TIME!!!)

Topic: TBA

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


Poetry Group

Friday, January 19, 12:30 – 2:00PM

We'll share published poetry amongst the group. See the receptionist for copies.


BINGO

Monday, January 22

12:30 – 1:30PM – Board Sales

1:30 – 4:30PM – Games Played

It's BINGO time!!!


Chop & Chat

Tuesday,  January 23, 11:00AM – 12:00PM

Recipe: TBA

Sponsored by Faith in Action

Prepare the ingredients for a delicious recipe and enjoy the company of other participants!

Register by Wednesday, 1/17.

To register, see the receptionist or call us at 607-797-3145.


Haircuts by Debbie

Wednesday, January 24, 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.



Book Club

Wednesday, January 24, 3:00 – 4:00PM

Join us to discuss:

The Searcher

by Tana French

All welcome!

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


Poetry Group

Friday, January 26, 12:30 – 2:00PM

We'll share published poetry amongst the group. See the receptionist for copies.


BINGO

Monday, January 29

12:30 – 1:30PM – Board Sales

1:30 – 4:30PM – Games Played

It's BINGO time!!!


Poetry Group

Friday, February 2, 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, February 5

12:30 – 1:30PM – Board Sales

1:30 – 4:30PM – Games Played

It's BINGO time!!!


Stay Healthy Caregiver Chat Group

Monday, February 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.


Know Your Numbers

Wednesday, February 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, February 9, 12:30 – 2:00PM

We'll share published poetry amongst the group. See the receptionist for copies.


Lourdes Mobile Mammography Van

2024 DATES TBA SOON

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.