Special Events



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.


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.


Art Workshop

Friday, January 2, 10:00AM – 12:00PM

Connie Jean explores art. $3 instructor fee applies.

Registration not required.


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.


Widow & Widowers Support Group

Tuesday, January 6, 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, 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.


Veterans Get Together

Thursday, January 8, 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.


Left-Right-Center Dice Game

Friday, January 9, 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, January 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, January 12, 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 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, January 15, 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.


Poetry Group

Friday, January 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, January 19, 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 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, January 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 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, January 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.


AARP Driver Safety Class

Thursday, January 22 & Friday, January 23 *

* 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 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.


Greater Good Grocery Bus

Monday, January 26, 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 26

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.


Haircuts by Debbie

Wednesday, January 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, January 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.


Greater Good Grocery Bus

Monday, February 2, 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, February 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.