Special Events

Line Dancing Holiday Show

Monday, December 8, 11:00 – 11:30AM

Join us for a special holiday performance by our Line Dancing group. It's sure to get you in the holiday spirit!


Greater Good Grocery Bus

Monday, December 8, 11:00AM – 12:00PM

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, December 8

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.


Widow & Widowers Support Group

Tuesday, December 9, 10:00 – 11:00AM

This is a support group for Widows & Widowers to help navigate the grieving process.

The group is facilitated by Kathy Sheehan and Roxann Chalker. They focus on positivity and share topics the group wants to discuss.

If you have any questions, please call the Center at 607-797-3145.

All welcome. Registration not required.


Chop & Chat

Tuesday, December 9, 11:00AM – 12:00PM

Recipe: Leftover Turkey & Rice Soup

Sponsored by Faith in Action

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

Register by Tuesday, 12/2.

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


Discover Live -- Holiday in London, England

Wednesday, December 10, 10:30 – 11:30AM

Sponsored by Broome County Office for Aging

All welcome.

Registration not required.


Veterans Get Together

Thursday, December 11, 10:00 – 11:00AM

Attention Veterans! We need to get together before it's too late. We are all brothers and sisters having endured service to our country. We need to celebrate and honor our service to each other and our country. Come and enjoy the fellowship of the military.

The group will be facilitated by Dave Rutter and meet the second Thursday of each month.

If you have any questions, please call the Center at 607-797-3145.

All welcome. Registration not required.


Discover Live -- Holiday in Strasbourg, France

Friday, December 12, 10:00 – 11:00AM

Sponsored by Broome County Office for Aging

All welcome.

Registration not required.


Art Workshop

Friday, December 12, 10:00AM – 12:00PM

Connie Jean explores art. $3 instructor fee applies.

The next class is Friday, 12/19.

Registration not required.


Poetry Group

Friday, December 12, 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, December 15, 11:00AM – 12:00PM

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, December 15

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

Wednesday, December 17, 9:00AM – 12:00PM

Whitney Saupan  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.


Discover Live -- Holiday in Prague, Czech Republic

Wednesday, December 17, 11:00AM – 12:00PM

Sponsored by Broome County Office for Aging

All welcome.

Registration not required.


LGBTQ+ Senior Social Hour

Wednesday, December 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 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, December 17, 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.


Art Workshop

Friday, December 19, 10:00AM – 12:00PM

Connie Jean explores art. $3 instructor fee applies.

Registration not required.


Poetry Group

Friday, December 19, 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, December 22, 11:00AM – 12:00PM

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, December 22

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.


Widow & Widowers Support Group

Tuesday, December 23, 10:00 – 11:00AM

This is a support group for Widows & Widowers to help navigate the grieving process.

The group is facilitated by Kathy Sheehan and Roxann Chalker. They focus on positivity and share topics the group wants to discuss.

If you have any questions, please call the Center at 607-797-3145.

All welcome. Registration not required.


Haircuts by Debbie

Wednesday, December 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.


Christmas Eve - Early Closure at 3:00PM

Wednesday, December 24

On Wednesday, 12/24, we'll be closing early at 3:00PM to enjoy the holiday.


Christmas Day - Closed

Thursday, December 25

On Thursday, 12/25, we're closed.


Left-Right-Center Dice Game

Friday, December 26, 11:00AM – 12:00PM

$3.00 to play 70% of the money collected will form the pot won by the game winner.

Minimum of 10 players needed to play. No experience necessary.

Registration not required.


Poetry Group

Friday, December 26, 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, December 29, 11:00AM – 12:00PM

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, December 29

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.


New Year's Eve - Early Closure at 3:00PM

Wednesday, December 31

On Wednesday, 12/31, we'll be closing early at 3:00PM to enjoy the holiday.


New Year's Day - Closed

Thursday, January 1

On Thursday, 1/1, we're closed.


AARP Driver Safety Class

January Dates TBD

* 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 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, January 5, 11:00AM – 12:00PM

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, January 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.


Chop & Chat

Tuesday, January 6, 11:00AM – 12:00PM

Recipe: TBD

Sponsored by Faith in Action

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

Register by Tuesday, 12/30.

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


Know Your Numbers

Wednesday, January 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.


Book Club

Wednesday, January 7, 3:00 – 4:00PM

Join us to discuss Outrageous Grace - A Story of Tragedy and Forgiveness by Grace L. Fabian.

All welcome!

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