Monday May 20, 2024
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9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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BOOK LENDING LIBRARY - BOOK LENDING LIBRARY The South Portland Senior Drop- In Center invites Seniors to participate in our brand new lending library! You may bring in no more than four books for others to enjoy. Borrow a book you would like to read and then bring it back to the lending library for someone else to read. The library is located in the first four or five cubbies on your right as you walk into the drop in center. Share in your love of books and reading!
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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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BRIDGE - BRIDGE Calling all bridge players who already know how to play bridge to come to the drop in center and play bridge. There is not anyone here that can help or knows how to play so you must know how to play to drop in.
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12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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CARDS - CARDS - MONDAYS Drop in to the Senior Drop in Center Monday and Thursday afternoons for a fun and informal time playing cards! Bring a partner, a few friends or come alone and join in the fun. Games groups currently play are Spite & Malice, Manipulation, Five Crowns, Sky-Jo, Samba, Hearts, Spades, Cribbage, etc.
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12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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HAND & FOOT - HAND & FOOT MONDAYS Drop in one or two afternoons a week to play Hand & Foot on Mondays & Thursdays in the Senior Drop In Center!
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Tuesday May 21, 2024
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9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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BOOK LENDING LIBRARY - BOOK LENDING LIBRARY The South Portland Senior Drop- In Center invites Seniors to participate in our brand new lending library! You may bring in no more than four books for others to enjoy. Borrow a book you would like to read and then bring it back to the lending library for someone else to read. The library is located in the first four or five cubbies on your right as you walk into the drop in center. Share in your love of books and reading!
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9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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BOARD GAMES - BOARD GAMES Drop-in to the senior center and play board games.We have a some board games available or bring your own!
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11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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TEAM TRIVIA GAME - TEAM TRIVIA GAME Teams will discuss and answer questions about pop culture from the 1950’s – 1980’s, and general knowledge questions regarding Maine, the U.S. and more. There will be time for team discussion prior to submitting a multiple-choice answer. Team members will rotate each week. Team Prizes & snacks provided. You must register so we can get a headcount and form teams. Please try to commit to all 4 sessions.Game Host: Doug RaderHe was not born in Maine, but he got here as soon as he could, and he wants everyone to enjoy participating in this game.
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12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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MAH JONGG - MAH JONGG TUESDAYS Drop in to the Senior Drop In Center on Tuesday afternoons or Friday mornings to play Mah Jongg. You may bring your own Mah Jongg set or we have a few available. PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN CARD – WE DO NOT PROVIDE CARDS.
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1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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ALL ABOUT BALANCE - EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOP & EXERCISE CLASS SERIES - ALL ABOUT BALANCE - EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOP & EXERCISE CLASS SERIES Join us for "All About Balance", a free class series hosted by the balance experts from the Maine Strong Balance Center. Week 1 is a lecture style workshop where participants will learn about the anatomy and physiology of their balance systems, how these systems change with aging and evidenced based interventions to improve the function of these balance systems. Weeks 2-4 are exercise classes focused on improving the functioning of the major balance systems in the body. All levels and balance abilities are welcome. YOU MUST REGISTER! Instructor: Jason Adour, PT, DPT, Physical Therapist, President, Owner Maine Strong Balance CenterBio:Jason Adour is a Physical Therapist and founder of the Maine Strong Balance Centers located in South Portland, Scarborough and Saco Maine. He received his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the Massachusetts General Hospital Institute of Health Professions, affiliated with Harvard Medical School, in Boston in 2010. His professional experience has included geriatric medicine, sports medicine and neurological rehabilitation, which have all included a focus on balance. He is a guest lecturer at the University of New England and a Steering Group Member for the Maine Falls Prevention Coalition.
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2:00 PM - 2:45 PM
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TEA & TALK - TEA & TALK Drop in to the senior center for a cup of tea on Tuesdays, a treat or two and sit and chat with friends.
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Wednesday May 22, 2024
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9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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MEXICAN TRAIN DOMINOS - MEXICAN TRAIN DOMINOS Come learn and play this fun and exciting game of Mexican Train dominoes! It is a long game but so much fun!
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9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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BOOK LENDING LIBRARY - BOOK LENDING LIBRARY The South Portland Senior Drop- In Center invites Seniors to participate in our brand new lending library! You may bring in no more than four books for others to enjoy. Borrow a book you would like to read and then bring it back to the lending library for someone else to read. The library is located in the first four or five cubbies on your right as you walk into the drop in center. Share in your love of books and reading!
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10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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WORD GAMES - WORD GAMES Drop in to the senior drop in center to play word games with friends. Word games are games such as Scrabble, Quiddler, Banagrams etc.
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12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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MEXICAN TRAIN DOMINOS - MEXICAN TRAIN DOMINOS Come learn and play this fun and exciting game of Mexican Train dominoes! It is a long game but so much fun!
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1:00 PM - 2:15 PM
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BETTER PELVIC HEALTH FOR CONFIDENCE AND COMFORT - BETTER PELVIC HEALTH FOR CONFIDENCE AND COMFORT Gain the confidence, comfort and control that comes from a healthy pelvic floor! Take a moment to learn about common issues related to pelvic floor muscles, what they are, and how they function best. Leave with a better idea of healthy habits for pelvic health and a better understanding of what can help when things are not going well. Instructor will be talking about pelvic floor basics and available for questions.Instructor: Jessica Clark PT and Pelvic Floor Specialist, Hurt&Co PT
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Thursday May 23, 2024
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9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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CREATE & CHAT - CREATE & CHAT Do you like to knit, sew, crochet or create masterpieces? Please bring whatever you are working on and join fellow crafters/knitters/sewers/crocheters/beaders (anything will do!) as we chat and share our ideas, tips and projects with each other. Stay for the entire time or come and go anytime you please! Bring water & a cushion!!
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9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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BOOK LENDING LIBRARY - BOOK LENDING LIBRARY The South Portland Senior Drop- In Center invites Seniors to participate in our brand new lending library! You may bring in no more than four books for others to enjoy. Borrow a book you would like to read and then bring it back to the lending library for someone else to read. The library is located in the first four or five cubbies on your right as you walk into the drop in center. Share in your love of books and reading!
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12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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CARDS - CARDS - THURSDAYS Drop in to the Senior Drop in Center Monday and Thursday afternoons for a fun and informal time playing cards! Bring a partner, a few friends or come alone and join in the fun. Games groups currently play are Spite & Malice, Manipulation, Five Crowns, Sky-Jo, Samba, Hearts, Spades, Cribbage, etc.
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12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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HAND & FOOT - HAND & FOOT THURSDAYS Drop in one or two afternoons a week to play Hand & Foot on Mondays & Thursdays in the Senior Drop In Center!
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Tuesday May 28, 2024
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9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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BOOK LENDING LIBRARY - BOOK LENDING LIBRARY The South Portland Senior Drop- In Center invites Seniors to participate in our brand new lending library! You may bring in no more than four books for others to enjoy. Borrow a book you would like to read and then bring it back to the lending library for someone else to read. The library is located in the first four or five cubbies on your right as you walk into the drop in center. Share in your love of books and reading!
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9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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BOARD GAMES - BOARD GAMES Drop-in to the senior center and play board games.We have a some board games available or bring your own!
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11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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TEAM TRIVIA GAME - TEAM TRIVIA GAME Teams will discuss and answer questions about pop culture from the 1950’s – 1980’s, and general knowledge questions regarding Maine, the U.S. and more. There will be time for team discussion prior to submitting a multiple-choice answer. Team members will rotate each week. Team Prizes & snacks provided. You must register so we can get a headcount and form teams. Please try to commit to all 4 sessions.Game Host: Doug RaderHe was not born in Maine, but he got here as soon as he could, and he wants everyone to enjoy participating in this game.
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12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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MAH JONGG - MAH JONGG TUESDAYS Drop in to the Senior Drop In Center on Tuesday afternoons or Friday mornings to play Mah Jongg. You may bring your own Mah Jongg set or we have a few available. PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN CARD – WE DO NOT PROVIDE CARDS.
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1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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ALL ABOUT BALANCE - EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOP & EXERCISE CLASS SERIES - ALL ABOUT BALANCE - EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOP & EXERCISE CLASS SERIES Join us for "All About Balance", a free class series hosted by the balance experts from the Maine Strong Balance Center. Week 1 is a lecture style workshop where participants will learn about the anatomy and physiology of their balance systems, how these systems change with aging and evidenced based interventions to improve the function of these balance systems. Weeks 2-4 are exercise classes focused on improving the functioning of the major balance systems in the body. All levels and balance abilities are welcome. YOU MUST REGISTER! Instructor: Jason Adour, PT, DPT, Physical Therapist, President, Owner Maine Strong Balance CenterBio:Jason Adour is a Physical Therapist and founder of the Maine Strong Balance Centers located in South Portland, Scarborough and Saco Maine. He received his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the Massachusetts General Hospital Institute of Health Professions, affiliated with Harvard Medical School, in Boston in 2010. His professional experience has included geriatric medicine, sports medicine and neurological rehabilitation, which have all included a focus on balance. He is a guest lecturer at the University of New England and a Steering Group Member for the Maine Falls Prevention Coalition.
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2:00 PM - 2:45 PM
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TEA & TALK - TEA & TALK Drop in to the senior center for a cup of tea on Tuesdays, a treat or two and sit and chat with friends.
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Wednesday May 29, 2024
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9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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MEXICAN TRAIN DOMINOS - MEXICAN TRAIN DOMINOS Come learn and play this fun and exciting game of Mexican Train dominoes! It is a long game but so much fun!
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9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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PSEUDO BOOK CLUB - PSEUDO BOOK CLUB Join us for a less structured, more relaxed book club where we pick a genre for the month as well as our own books. Look at the genre of the month, read a book – any book you want from that genre. On the last Wednesday of the month we will get together, compare, and discuss all the different books each of us has read, what we liked, did not like, and just share and enjoy. Light refreshments provided.May 29: FableJune 26: Reader's ChoiceJuly 31: FolkloreAug. 14: Short Story Collections
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9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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BOOK LENDING LIBRARY - BOOK LENDING LIBRARY The South Portland Senior Drop- In Center invites Seniors to participate in our brand new lending library! You may bring in no more than four books for others to enjoy. Borrow a book you would like to read and then bring it back to the lending library for someone else to read. The library is located in the first four or five cubbies on your right as you walk into the drop in center. Share in your love of books and reading!
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10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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WORD GAMES - WORD GAMES Drop in to the senior drop in center to play word games with friends. Word games are games such as Scrabble, Quiddler, Banagrams etc.
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12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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AN AFTERNOON OF POETRY - AN AFTERNOON OF POETRY The Senior Activity Center is excited to have an afternoon filled with some poets and lovers of poetry reading and writing alike. Join us to share your poems or just enjoy listening to them. Each Poet may read 1-3 selections of their choosing, with approximately 3 minutes time to read each. Following the readings, we will have social hour to meet and greet the poets and enjoy light refreshments.
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12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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MEXICAN TRAIN DOMINOS - MEXICAN TRAIN DOMINOS Come learn and play this fun and exciting game of Mexican Train dominoes! It is a long game but so much fun!
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Thursday May 30, 2024
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9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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CREATE & CHAT - CREATE & CHAT Do you like to knit, sew, crochet or create masterpieces? Please bring whatever you are working on and join fellow crafters/knitters/sewers/crocheters/beaders (anything will do!) as we chat and share our ideas, tips and projects with each other. Stay for the entire time or come and go anytime you please! Bring water & a cushion!!
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9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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BOOK LENDING LIBRARY - BOOK LENDING LIBRARY The South Portland Senior Drop- In Center invites Seniors to participate in our brand new lending library! You may bring in no more than four books for others to enjoy. Borrow a book you would like to read and then bring it back to the lending library for someone else to read. The library is located in the first four or five cubbies on your right as you walk into the drop in center. Share in your love of books and reading!
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12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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CARDS - CARDS - THURSDAYS Drop in to the Senior Drop in Center Monday and Thursday afternoons for a fun and informal time playing cards! Bring a partner, a few friends or come alone and join in the fun. Games groups currently play are Spite & Malice, Manipulation, Five Crowns, Sky-Jo, Samba, Hearts, Spades, Cribbage, etc.
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12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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HAND & FOOT - HAND & FOOT THURSDAYS Drop in one or two afternoons a week to play Hand & Foot on Mondays & Thursdays in the Senior Drop In Center!
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Monday June 3, 2024
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9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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BOOK LENDING LIBRARY - BOOK LENDING LIBRARY The South Portland Senior Drop- In Center invites Seniors to participate in our brand new lending library! You may bring in no more than four books for others to enjoy. Borrow a book you would like to read and then bring it back to the lending library for someone else to read. The library is located in the first four or five cubbies on your right as you walk into the drop in center. Share in your love of books and reading!
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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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BRIDGE - BRIDGE Calling all bridge players who already know how to play bridge to come to the drop in center and play bridge. There is not anyone here that can help or knows how to play so you must know how to play to drop in.
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12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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CARDS - CARDS - MONDAYS Drop in to the Senior Drop in Center Monday and Thursday afternoons for a fun and informal time playing cards! Bring a partner, a few friends or come alone and join in the fun. Games groups currently play are Spite & Malice, Manipulation, Five Crowns, Sky-Jo, Samba, Hearts, Spades, Cribbage, etc.
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12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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HAND & FOOT - HAND & FOOT MONDAYS Drop in one or two afternoons a week to play Hand & Foot on Mondays & Thursdays in the Senior Drop In Center!
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Thursday June 6, 2024
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9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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CREATE & CHAT - CREATE & CHAT Do you like to knit, sew, crochet or create masterpieces? Please bring whatever you are working on and join fellow crafters/knitters/sewers/crocheters/beaders (anything will do!) as we chat and share our ideas, tips and projects with each other. Stay for the entire time or come and go anytime you please! Bring water & a cushion!!
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9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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BOOK LENDING LIBRARY - BOOK LENDING LIBRARY The South Portland Senior Drop- In Center invites Seniors to participate in our brand new lending library! You may bring in no more than four books for others to enjoy. Borrow a book you would like to read and then bring it back to the lending library for someone else to read. The library is located in the first four or five cubbies on your right as you walk into the drop in center. Share in your love of books and reading!
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10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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EVCU SMART MONEY SERIES - EVCU SMART MONEY SERIES SMART MONEY - increasing awareness among senior citizens regarding financial matters, fraud prevention, and the impact of inflation. Join us for refreshments, presentations, interactive activities, and receive informative take-home materials to enhance your financial wellbeing! Week 1: Recognizing Financial Exploitation
Deep dive into ongoing scams / Discuss personal experiences / Q&A with Evergreen CU.
Week 2: Navigating inflation and the Rising Cost of Living.
Discuss personal experiences / Q&A with Evergreen CU / Activity TBA!
Week 3: Making Informed Financial Decisions, and Goal Setting.
Discuss personal experiences / Q&A with Evergreen CU / The Price is Right!
Week 4: Putting It All Together – Financial Wellness for Seniors
Discuss personal experiences / Q&A with Evergreen CU / Financial Literacy Game!
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12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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CARDS - CARDS - THURSDAYS Drop in to the Senior Drop in Center Monday and Thursday afternoons for a fun and informal time playing cards! Bring a partner, a few friends or come alone and join in the fun. Games groups currently play are Spite & Malice, Manipulation, Five Crowns, Sky-Jo, Samba, Hearts, Spades, Cribbage, etc.
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12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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HAND & FOOT - HAND & FOOT THURSDAYS Drop in one or two afternoons a week to play Hand & Foot on Mondays & Thursdays in the Senior Drop In Center!
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Monday June 10, 2024
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9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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BOOK LENDING LIBRARY - BOOK LENDING LIBRARY The South Portland Senior Drop- In Center invites Seniors to participate in our brand new lending library! You may bring in no more than four books for others to enjoy. Borrow a book you would like to read and then bring it back to the lending library for someone else to read. The library is located in the first four or five cubbies on your right as you walk into the drop in center. Share in your love of books and reading!
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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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BRIDGE - BRIDGE Calling all bridge players who already know how to play bridge to come to the drop in center and play bridge. There is not anyone here that can help or knows how to play so you must know how to play to drop in.
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12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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CARDS - CARDS - MONDAYS Drop in to the Senior Drop in Center Monday and Thursday afternoons for a fun and informal time playing cards! Bring a partner, a few friends or come alone and join in the fun. Games groups currently play are Spite & Malice, Manipulation, Five Crowns, Sky-Jo, Samba, Hearts, Spades, Cribbage, etc.
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12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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HAND & FOOT - HAND & FOOT MONDAYS Drop in one or two afternoons a week to play Hand & Foot on Mondays & Thursdays in the Senior Drop In Center!
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Tuesday June 11, 2024
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9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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BOOK LENDING LIBRARY - BOOK LENDING LIBRARY The South Portland Senior Drop- In Center invites Seniors to participate in our brand new lending library! You may bring in no more than four books for others to enjoy. Borrow a book you would like to read and then bring it back to the lending library for someone else to read. The library is located in the first four or five cubbies on your right as you walk into the drop in center. Share in your love of books and reading!
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9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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BOARD GAMES - BOARD GAMES Drop-in to the senior center and play board games.We have a some board games available or bring your own!
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10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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MONTHLY BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS - MONTHLY BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS Monthly birthday celebrations with cakes, cupcakes or treats and birthday bags for you if it is your birthday month! Come celebrate with others when it is their birthday month and invite others to come celebrate with you when it is your month! Please register for food and birthday bag purposes. Thank you!
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12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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MAH JONGG - MAH JONGG TUESDAYS Drop in to the Senior Drop In Center on Tuesday afternoons or Friday mornings to play Mah Jongg. You may bring your own Mah Jongg set or we have a few available. PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN CARD – WE DO NOT PROVIDE CARDS.
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2:00 PM - 2:45 PM
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TEA & TALK - TEA & TALK Drop in to the senior center for a cup of tea on Tuesdays, a treat or two and sit and chat with friends.
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Thursday June 13, 2024
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9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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CREATE & CHAT - CREATE & CHAT Do you like to knit, sew, crochet or create masterpieces? Please bring whatever you are working on and join fellow crafters/knitters/sewers/crocheters/beaders (anything will do!) as we chat and share our ideas, tips and projects with each other. Stay for the entire time or come and go anytime you please! Bring water & a cushion!!
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9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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BOOK LENDING LIBRARY - BOOK LENDING LIBRARY The South Portland Senior Drop- In Center invites Seniors to participate in our brand new lending library! You may bring in no more than four books for others to enjoy. Borrow a book you would like to read and then bring it back to the lending library for someone else to read. The library is located in the first four or five cubbies on your right as you walk into the drop in center. Share in your love of books and reading!
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10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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EVCU SMART MONEY SERIES - EVCU SMART MONEY SERIES SMART MONEY - increasing awareness among senior citizens regarding financial matters, fraud prevention, and the impact of inflation. Join us for refreshments, presentations, interactive activities, and receive informative take-home materials to enhance your financial wellbeing! Week 1: Recognizing Financial Exploitation
Deep dive into ongoing scams / Discuss personal experiences / Q&A with Evergreen CU.
Week 2: Navigating inflation and the Rising Cost of Living.
Discuss personal experiences / Q&A with Evergreen CU / Activity TBA!
Week 3: Making Informed Financial Decisions, and Goal Setting.
Discuss personal experiences / Q&A with Evergreen CU / The Price is Right!
Week 4: Putting It All Together – Financial Wellness for Seniors
Discuss personal experiences / Q&A with Evergreen CU / Financial Literacy Game!
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12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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CARDS - CARDS - THURSDAYS Drop in to the Senior Drop in Center Monday and Thursday afternoons for a fun and informal time playing cards! Bring a partner, a few friends or come alone and join in the fun. Games groups currently play are Spite & Malice, Manipulation, Five Crowns, Sky-Jo, Samba, Hearts, Spades, Cribbage, etc.
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12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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HAND & FOOT - HAND & FOOT THURSDAYS Drop in one or two afternoons a week to play Hand & Foot on Mondays & Thursdays in the Senior Drop In Center!
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Monday June 17, 2024
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9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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BOOK LENDING LIBRARY - BOOK LENDING LIBRARY The South Portland Senior Drop- In Center invites Seniors to participate in our brand new lending library! You may bring in no more than four books for others to enjoy. Borrow a book you would like to read and then bring it back to the lending library for someone else to read. The library is located in the first four or five cubbies on your right as you walk into the drop in center. Share in your love of books and reading!
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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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BRIDGE - BRIDGE Calling all bridge players who already know how to play bridge to come to the drop in center and play bridge. There is not anyone here that can help or knows how to play so you must know how to play to drop in.
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12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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CARDS - CARDS - MONDAYS Drop in to the Senior Drop in Center Monday and Thursday afternoons for a fun and informal time playing cards! Bring a partner, a few friends or come alone and join in the fun. Games groups currently play are Spite & Malice, Manipulation, Five Crowns, Sky-Jo, Samba, Hearts, Spades, Cribbage, etc.
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12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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HAND & FOOT - HAND & FOOT MONDAYS Drop in one or two afternoons a week to play Hand & Foot on Mondays & Thursdays in the Senior Drop In Center!
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