Special Events
Chop & Chat
Tuesday, April 8, 11:00AM – 12:00PM
Recipe: Crustless Veggie Quiche
Sponsored by Faith in Action
Prepare the ingredients for a delicious recipe and enjoy the company of other participants!
Register by Tuesday, 4/1.
To register, see the receptionist or call us at 607-797-3145.
AARP Driver Safety Class
Tuesday, April 15 & Thursday, April 17, 1:00 – 4:00PM *
* 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.
Southern Tier Orchid Society
Sunday, April 27, 1:30 – 4:00PM
The Southern Tier Orchid Society is now holding their monthly meetings at the Johnson City Senior Center. They're held the third Sunday of every month between September and May.
If you love orchids and want to learn more, feel free to stop by and check out their monthly meetings. Social time starts at 1:30PM and the meeting starts at 2:00PM.
Greater Good Grocery Bus
Monday, April 28, 10:00 – 11:00AM
The Greater Good Grocery Bus will be 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.
BINGO
Monday, April 28
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.
Poetry Group
Friday, May 2, 12:30 – 2:00PM
We'll share poetry we've written with the group. See the receptionist for copies.
This group is limited in size so pre-registration is required. See our receptionist or call us at 607-797-3145 to inquire.
Greater Good Grocery Bus
Monday, May 5, 10:00 – 11:00AM
The Greater Good Grocery Bus will be 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.
BINGO
Monday, May 5
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.
Caregiver Chat Group
Monday, May 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.
Registration not required.
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Know Your Numbers
Wednesday, May 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.
Our JCSC 2024-2025 Quilt & Raffle
Friday, May 9, 12:00PM
Our JCSC Quilters did it again! Their quilt, called Dresden Plate, has warm pastels and fits a full or queen bed.
It's displayed in the Dining Room, so stop by to see it and enter the raffle to win it. The raffle benefits the Johnson City Senior Center, We're so grateful to these amazing and talented ladies for their time and generosity.
Tickets are $3 or two for $5. We'll draw the winner Friday, 5/9 at our Mother's Day Luncheon. You don't need to be present to win.
Poetry Group
Friday, May 9, 12:30 – 2:00PM
We'll share published poetry amongst the group. See the receptionist for copies.
This group is limited in size so pre-registration is required. See our receptionist or call us at 607-797-3145 to inquire.
Greater Good Grocery Bus
Monday, May 12, 10:00 – 11:00AM
The Greater Good Grocery Bus will be 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.
BINGO
Monday, May 12
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.
Legal Aid
Thursday, May 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.
Food & Your Health
Friday, May 16, 10:30 – 11:30AM
Topic: TBA
Learn how to improve and maintain your health with Kathleen Cook, from Cornell Cooperative Extension Broome County. She'll make a tasty treat to share with the group.
Registration not required.
Poetry Group
Friday, May 16, 12:30 – 2:00PM
We'll share published poetry amongst the group. See the receptionist for copies.
This group is limited in size so pre-registration is required. See our receptionist or call us at 607-797-3145 to inquire.
Greater Good Grocery Bus
Monday, May 19, 10:00 – 11:00AM
The Greater Good Grocery Bus will be 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.
BINGO
Monday, May 19
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.
LGBTQ+ Senior Social Hour
Wednesday, May 21, 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.
Alzheimer's Association – Dementia Caregiver Support Group
Wednesday, May 21, 4:00 – 5:00PM
The Alzheimer's Association is now offering a Dementia Caregiver Support Group that meets the third Wednesday of every month in the Library at our Center. The 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 resources.
Please call the Central New York Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association at 315-472-4201 for screening/registration.
Poetry Group
Friday, May 23, 12:30 – 2:00PM
We'll share published poetry amongst the group. See the receptionist for copies.
This group is limited in size so pre-registration is required. See our receptionist or call us at 607-797-3145 to inquire.
Haircuts by Debbie
Wednesday, May 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.
Poetry Group
Friday, May 30, 12:30 – 2:00PM
We'll share published poetry amongst the group. See the receptionist for copies.
This group is limited in size so pre-registration is required. See our receptionist or call us at 607-797-3145 to inquire.
Guthrie/Lourdes Mammography Van
Monday, June 2, 9:00AM – 3:00PM
Call Guthrie/Lourdes Registration at 607-798-5723 in advance to pre-register. OR access the van as a "walk-on" the same day.
Greater Good Grocery Bus
Monday, June 2, 10:00 – 11:00AM
The Greater Good Grocery Bus will be 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.
BINGO
Monday, June 2
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.
Book Club
Wednesday, June 4, 3:00 – 4:00PM
Join us to discuss The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters.
All welcome!
For more information on the JCSC Book Club, the books we've read and upcoming meeting dates, click here.
Guthrie/Lourdes Mammography Van
Thursday, October 2, 9:00AM – 3:00PM
Call Guthrie/Lourdes Registration at 607-798-5723 in advance to pre-register. OR access the van as a "walk-on" the same day.