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March 2023 Programming
All events listed below will be held at the Brooklyn Park Senior Activity Center. Unless noted, programs are free and sign up is not required. Programs in bold indicate one time events. To register for a class or workshop, sign up at the front desk or call the center at 410-222-6847.
Week of March 1st-March 3rd
Wednesday 3/1
- Ping Pong Open Play: 9:00-3:30 PM
- Korean Choir: 1:00-2:30 PM
- Bingo: 1:00-3:00 PM
Thursday 3/2
- Intermediate Line Dancing: 10:00-11:00 AM
Friday 3/3
- Ping Pong Open Play: 9:00-3:30 PM
- English as a Second Language: 9:00-11:30 AM *sign up required
- Korean Computers: 1:00-3:00 PM *sign up required
- Bingo: 1:00-3:00 PM
Week of March 6th-March 10th
Monday 3/6
- Chair Exercise: 10:00-11:00 AM *sign up required
- Ping Pong Open Play: 11:30-3:30 PM
Tuesday 3/7
- Beginning Line Dancing: 10:00-11:00 AM
- Exercise Equipment Room Orientation: 10:15-11:15 AM *sign up required
- Bingo and/or Pokeno: 1:00-2:00 PM
Wednesday 3/8
- Ping Pong Open Play: 9:00-3:30 PM
- Bingo: 1:00-3:00 PM
Thursday 3/9
- Intermediate Line Dancing: 10:00-11:00 AM
Friday 3/10
- Ping Pong Open Play: 9:00-3:30 PM
- English as a Second Language: 9:00-11:30 AM *sign up required
- Korean Computers: 1:00-3:00 PM *sign up required
- Bingo: 1:00-3:00 PM
Week of March 13th-March 17th
Monday 3/13
- Dollar Tree and G&M Van Trip: 9:30-1:15 PM *sign up required
- BP Library Technology Assistance: 1:30-2:30 PM
- Chair Exercise: 10:00-11:00 AM *sign up required
- Ping Pong Open Play: 11:30-3:30 PM
Tuesday 3/14
- St. Patrick’s Day Party with Pet Rock: 10:30 AM
- Beginning Line Dancing: 10:00-11:00 AM
- Bingo and/or Pokeno: 1:00-2:00 PM
Wednesday 3/15
- Ping Pong Open Play: 9:00-3:30 PM
- Korean Choir: 1:00-2:30 PM
- Bingo: 1:00-3:00 PM
Thursday 3/16
- Intermediate Line Dancing: 10:00-11:00 AM
- Maryland Legal Aid Outreach: 10:00-12:00 PM
- Ryan’s EDM Dancercise: 1:00-2:00 PM *sign up required
Friday 3/17
- Ping Pong Open Play: 9:00-3:30 PM
- English as a Second Language: 9:00-11:30 AM *sign up required
- Korean Computers: 1:00-3:00 PM *sign up required
- Bingo: 1:00-3:00 PM
Week of March 20th-March 24th
Monday 3/20
- Chair Exercise: 10:00-11:00 AM *sign up required
- Ping Pong Open Play: 11:30-3:30 PM
- Jerry Colley Performance: 1:00-2:00 PM
Tuesday 3/21
- Beginning Line Dancing: 10:00-11:00 AM
- Maryland Bingo: 1:00-2:00 PM
Wednesday 3/22
- Ping Pong Open Play: 9:00-3:30 PM
- Bingo: 1:00-3:00 PM
Thursday 3/23
- Intermediate Line Dancing: 10:00-11:00 AM
- Maryland Access Point Outreach: 10:00-12:00 PM
- Emergency Preparedness Bingo: 1:00-2:00 PM
Friday 3/24
- Ping Pong Open Play: 9:00-3:30 PM
- Korean Computers: 1:00-3:00 PM *sign up required
- Bingo: 1:00-3:00 PM
Week of March 27th-March 31st
Monday 3/27
- Chair Exercise: 10:00-11:00 AM *sign up required
- Ping Pong Open Play: 11:30-3:30 PM
- Computer Basics Workshop: 1:00-2:30 *sign up required
Tuesday 3/28
- Dispenser Decor Workshop: 10:00-11:00 AM *sign up required
- Beginning Line Dancing: 10:00-11:00 AM
- Bingo and/or Pokeno: 1:00-2:00 PM
Wednesday 3/29
- Ping Pong Open Play: 9:00-3:30 PM
- Bingo: 1:00-3:00 PM
Thursday 3/30
- Kohls & Brian Boru Van Trip: 9:45-1:30 PM *sign up required
- Intermediate Line Dancing: 10:00-11:00 AM
Friday 3/31
- Ping Pong Open Play: 9:00-3:30 PM
- Korean Computers: 1:00-3:00 PM *sign up required
- Bingo: 1:00-3:00 PM
⧫ Classes and Workshops ⧫
Ping Pong Open Play; Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays
Chair Exercise; Mondays (sign up required)
Instructor Marilyn Bjorge will lead the class in seated stretches, using weights, balls and resistance bands as tools. Exercises are designed to condition and tone the body. This class is perfect for anyone with physical limitations, and prior experience is not required.
Beginning Line Dancing; Tuesdays
Led by instructor Sis Denton.
Exercise Equipment Room Orientation (sign up required); Tuesday, March 7th
BPSC has an exercise equipment room with a treadmill, bike, elliptical and weights. Before using this room, seniors must first attend a free one-time safety orientation session, taught by Louise Mulvey.
Bingo and/or Pokeno; Tuesdays
Come join us for some fun-filled games of Bingo and Pokeno! Please bring a prize for the game table. *We will be playing ‘Maryland Bingo’ on March 21st in honor of Maryland Day- wear your black, yellow, white or red!
Bingo; Wednesdays & Fridays
Come join us for a fun-filled game of Bingo, called in English and Korean. Please bring a prize for the Bingo table.
Korean Choir; Wednesdays, March 1st & 15th
Intermediate Line Dancing; Thursdays
Led by instructor Sis Denton.
EDM Dancercise (sign up required); Thursday, March 16th
Get ready for some high energy exercise as Ryan presents EDM (Electronic Dance Music) Dancercise! We’re going to move, groove, and turn up the BPM (beats per minute) to some new types of music for this event! Participation encouraged, fun required! This class will be led by Department of Aging and Disabilities staff Ryan Shupp. Sign up at the front desk. No fee!
English as a Second Language (sign up required through AACC); Fridays, March 3, 10, 17
Korean Computers; Fridays
Instructor Jong Park covers a variety of computer topics in this class, taught in Korean. Class is currently filled- see the front desk to be added to the waitlist.
⧫ Trips and Events ⧫
Monday, March 13th; 9:30 AM- 1:15 PM
Dollar Tree and G&M Restaurant Van Trip (sign up required)
This trip location will be to the Dollar Tree in Glen Burnie and G&M Restaurant in Linthicum. The van will depart BPSC at 9:30 am and return at 1:15 pm. Participants are responsible for the cost of their purchases, meal and tip. Sign up at the front desk, spots are limited!
Monday, March 13th; 1:30-2:30 PM
Brooklyn Park Library Technology Assistance
Staff from the Brooklyn Park Library will be available to assist seniors with their smartphone or tablet. Bring your device and get tips on how to use your device or troubleshoot issues. Library staff can also offer reading recommendations and discuss services available at the library. No appointment needed.
Tuesday, March 14th; 10:30 AM
St. Patrick’s Day Party
Come join us for a St. Patrick’s Day celebration! Tim Amman, aka Pet Rock, will be performing hits from the 50’s-70’s, as well as some Irish tunes. Enjoy raffles, festive refreshments and don’t forget to wear your green! Please sign up with the Nutrition Program if you will be staying for lunch.
Thursday, March 16th; 10:00 AM- 12:00 PM
Maryland Legal Aid Outreach
Staff from Maryland Legal Aid will be available to meet with members to answer any questions they have and help with any information they may need. No appointment needed. Maryland Legal Aid is dedicated to preserving the basic human needs and basic human rights of clients, particularly as they navigate the justice system.
Monday, March 20th; 1:00-2:00 PM
Jerry Colley Performance
Jerry will wow you with his jazz guitar talent! He will entertain us with a wide variety of music for you to dance or sing along with.
Thursday, March 23rd; 10:00 AM- 12:00 PM
Maryland Access Point Outreach
Laura Perry-Brown, Community Specialist with the Department of Aging & Disabilities, will be on site once a month to assist seniors with resources and services. Laura is able to assist with applications, provide referrals to local services, discuss housing options, and provide education on community resources. No appointment needed.
Thursday, March 23rd; 1:00- 2:00 PM
Emergency Preparedness Bingo
Jorge Paucar from the Anne Arundel County Office of Emergency Management will be leading a special bingo session. Come learn more about Emergency Preparedness and earn some giveaways!
Monday, March 27th; 1:00-2:30 PM
Computer Basics Workshop (sign up required)
Instructor Mari Howard will provide information on internet, keyboard, and computer safety basics. No fee.
Tuesday, March 28th; 10:00-11:00 AM
Dispenser Decor Workshop (sign up required)
Lisa Sinnett will lead this new workshop in Decorating our Dish Soap, Hand Soap or Hand Lotion dispenser. We will have several designs to choose from. Come and enjoy! $6 supply fee. Sign up by Friday, March 24th.
Thursday, March 30th; 9:45 AM- 1:30 PM
Kohls and Brian Boru Restaurant Van Trip (sign up required)
This trip location will be to Kohls and Brian Boru Irish Restaurant in Severna Park. The van will depart BPSC at 9:45 am and return at 1:30 pm. Participants are responsible for the cost of their purchases, meal and tip. Sign up at the front desk, spots are limited!
⧫ BPSC March online programming ⧫
Mondays, March 6th, 13th, 20th & 27th; 1:00-2:15 PM
Zoom Chair Yoga Class
Taught by Linda McGill, this class is designed for relaxation. You will experience deep, rhythmic breathing accompanied by simple stretches in a safe and comfortable setting.
For the following class, click on the Zoom link below at the start time of the event to enter the program.
Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82957814368 Meeting ID: 829 5781 43684
⧫ Coming up in April ⧫
Thursday, April 6th; 9:30 AM- 1:30 PM
Dollar Tree & Nautilus Diner Van Trip (sign up required)
This trip location will be to the Dollar Tree and Nautilus Diner in Crofton. The van will depart BPSC at 9:30 am and return at 1:30 pm. Participants are responsible for the cost of their purchases, meal and tip. Sign up at the front desk, spots are limited!
Thursday, April 13th; 1:00-2:00 PM
Harry Evans Performance
This one-man band will be performing for us on his steel guitar! Come listen to Harry perform hits from country, blues, Motown and oldies.
Monday, April 17th; 9:15 AM- 1:30 PM
Home Goods & Red Lobster Van Trip (sign up required)
This trip location will be to Home Goods and Red Lobster in Annapolis. The van will depart BPSC at 9:15 am and return at 1:30 pm. Participants are responsible for the cost of their purchases, meal and tip. Sign up at the front desk, spots are limited!
Tuesday, April 25th; 9:00 AM- 1:00 PM
AARP Driver’s Safety Course (sign up required)
Refresh your driving skills with AARP’s driver safety course. You will learn defensive driving techniques, proven safety strategies, and new laws and rules of the road. Upon completion of the course, you may be eligible to receive a multi-year discount on your car insurance. Please bring your driver's license and AARP membership card to class. Fee is $20 for AARP members and $25 for non-members. Fee is collected during class; pay by cash or check (checks payable to AARP). Register at the front desk by Thursday, April 20th.
Thursday, April 27th; 1:00-2:00 PM
Moxie Performance
Moxie will sing popular hits from genres such as classic rock-n’-roll, big band, and Broadway.
Did you know?
- Brooklyn Park Senior Activity Center (BPSC) has a lending library open to all center members wishing to borrow a book or magazine, and we are always taking donations.
- BPSC has a suggestion box located by the front entrance, and we are happy to hear all comments and suggestions you might have.
- BPSC has a shuffleboard table located in our activity room, available for seniors anytime the classroom is not in use.
- Our members love word searches and adult coloring pages, and we will gladly accept any word search puzzle books or adult coloring books you have to donate.
- We are on Facebook! Like our page and check out our Facebook page under 'Brooklyn Park Senior Activity Center.'
- BPSC currently has greeting cards for sale! Purchase your holiday, get well, sympathy or birthday cards for an excellent price. Cards are $.25 each. This fundraiser is sponsored by Brooklyn Park Seniors, Inc. 501(c)(3). All proceeds benefit the Brooklyn Park Senior Activity Center.
Important Information
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Meals are served at the senior activity center Monday-Friday at noon. Call the Nutrition Program at (410) 222-6869 from 9:00 AM- 1:00 PM to reserve a meal one week in advance.
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Transportation to the senior activity center can be scheduled one week in advance through the Anne Arundel County Office of Transportation at (410) 222-0022.
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Staff from the Department of Aging & Disabilities SHIP program will be available at the senior activity center as needed to discuss your questions about Medicare and Medicaid, long term care insurance, supplemental health insurance, medical claims management and more. Call Keona Pete at (443) 458-8896 to schedule an appointment, and reference Brooklyn Park Senior Activity Center.
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Senior Activity Center Eligibility Guidelines- Anne Arundel County senior activity centers offer free memberships to individuals age 55 and older who are active, self-sufficient and able to function independently. Your key tag allows participation at any of the seven senior activity centers in the county. Adults age 55 and older who need assistance with daily living activities, or their caregivers, should contact Information and Assistance at 410-222-4257 to learn more about alternatives to senior activity centers.
Brooklyn Park Senior Activity Center
202 Hammonds Lane; Brooklyn Park (410) 222-6847
Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30 AM- 4:00 PM
Anyone needing accommodations must contact the Brooklyn Park Senior Activity Center at 410-222-6847 or by email at bpcenter@aacounty.org at least seven days prior to an event. TTY users please call via Maryland Relay 7-1-1. All materials available in alternate formats upon request.
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