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May 2024 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. Members can sign up for all May & June events listed below once the monthly newsletter is out.
Week of May 1st - May 3rd
Wednesday 5/1
- Ping Pong Open Play: 9:00-3:00 PM
- Bingo: 1:00-2:30 PM
- Korean Choir: 1:00-2:30 PM
Thursday 5/2
- Intermediate Line Dancing: 10:00-11:00 AM *sign up required
- Chair Exercise: 1:00-2:00 PM *sign up required
Friday 5/3
- Ping Pong Open Play: 9:00-3:00 PM
- English as a Second Language: 9:00-11:30 AM *sign up required
- Bingo: 1:00-2:30 PM
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Computers 101 (Taught in Korean): 1:00-2:00 PM *sign up required
Week of May 6th - May 10th
Monday 5/6
- Chair Exercise: 10:00-11:00 AM *sign up required
- Ping Pong Open Play: 11:30-3:00 PM
Tuesday 5/7
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Exercise Equipment Room Orientation: 9:00-10:00 AM *sign up required
- Beginning Line Dancing: 10:00-11:00 AM *sign up required
- Tai Chi: 11:30-12:30 PM *sign up required
- Bingo: 1:00-2:00 PM
Wednesday 5/8
- Ping Pong Open Play: 9:00-3:00 PM
- Bingo: 1:00-2:30 PM
Thursday 5/9
- Dollar Tree & Golden Corral Van Trip: 9:45-1:30 PM *sign up required
- Intermediate Line Dancing: 10:00-11:00 AM *sign up required
- Chair Exercise: 1:00-2:00 PM *sign up required
Friday 5/10
- Ping Pong Open Play: 9:00-3:00 PM
- English as a Second Language: 9:00-11:30 AM *sign up required
- Bingo: 1:00-2:30 PM
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Computers 101 (Taught in Korean): 1:00-2:00 PM *sign up required
Week of May 13th - May 17th
Monday 5/13
- Chair Exercise: 10:00-11:00 AM *sign up required
- Ping Pong Open Play: 11:30-3:00 PM
- ‘The Trouble with Angels’ Movie: 12:30 PM
Tuesday 5/14
- Beginning Line Dancing: 10:00-11:00 AM *sign up required
- Mindful Moments: 11:00-12:00 PM *sign up required
- Tai Chi: 11:30-12:30 PM *sign up required
- Bingo: 1:00-2:00 PM
Wednesday 5/15
- Ping Pong Open Play: 9:00-3:00 PM
- Bingo: 1:00-2:30 PM
- Korean Choir: 1:00-2:30 PM
Thursday 5/16
- Maryland Legal Aid Outreach: 10:00-12:00 PM
- Intermediate Line Dancing: 10:00-11:00 AM *sign up required
- Memorial Scrapbook Workshop: 1:00-2:30 PM *sign up required
- Chair Exercise: 1:00-2:00 PM *sign up required
Friday 5/17
- Ping Pong Open Play: 9:00-3:00 PM
- English as a Second Language: 9:00-11:30 AM *sign up required
- Bingo: 1:00-2:30 PM
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Computers 101 (Taught in Korean): 1:00-2:00 PM *sign up required
Week of May 20th - May 24th
Monday 5/20
- Chair Exercise: 10:00-11:00 AM *sign up required
- Ping Pong Open Play: 11:30-3:00 PM
- Pet Rock Performance: 1:00-2:00 PM
Tuesday 5/21
- Beginning Line Dancing: 10:00-11:00 AM *sign up required
- Computer Basics Workshop: 10:00-11:30 AM *sign up required
- MD Insurance Administration Outreach: 10:00-1:00 PM
- Tai Chi: 11:30-12:30 PM *sign up required
- Bingo: 1:00-2:00 PM
Wednesday 5/22
- Ping Pong Open Play: 9:00-3:00 PM
- Bingo: 1:00-2:30 PM
Thursday 5/23
- Maryland Access Point Outreach: 10:00-12:00 PM
- Intermediate Line Dancing: 10:00-11:00 AM *sign up required
- Chair Exercise: 1:00-2:00 PM *sign up required
Friday 5/24
- Ping Pong Open Play: 9:00-3:00 PM
- English as a Second Language: 9:00-11:30 AM *sign up required
- Partners in Care & IHOP Van Trip: 9:45-1:15 PM *sign up required
- Bingo: 1:00-2:30 PM
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Computers 101 (Taught in Korean): 1:00-2:00 PM *sign up required
Week of May 27th - May 31st
Monday 5/27
- Center Closed in Observance of Memorial Day
Tuesday 5/28
- Beginning Line Dancing: 10:00-11:00 AM *sign up required
- Jewelry Workshop: 10:00-11:30 AM *sign up required
- Olive Grove Special Meal: 12:00 PM *sign up required
- Bingo: 1:00-2:00 PM
Wednesday 5/29
- Ping Pong Open Play: 9:00-3:00 PM
- Bingo: 1:00-2:30 PM
Thursday 5/30
- Intermediate Line Dancing: 10:00-11:00 AM *sign up required
- Jeopardy: 10:00 AM *sign up required
- BP Library Technology Assistance: 10:30-11:30 AM
- Chair Exercise: 1:00-2:00 PM *sign up required
- Jerry Colley Performance: 1:00-2:00 PM
Friday 5/31
- Ping Pong Open Play: 9:00-3:00 PM
- English as a Second Language: 9:00-11:30 AM *sign up required
- Bingo: 1:00-2:30 PM
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Computers 101 (Taught in Korean): 1:00-2:00 PM *sign up required
⧫ Classes and Workshops ⧫
Mondays 11:30am-3pm, Wednesdays 9am-3pm, and Fridays 9am-3pm
Ping Pong Open Play
Mondays, May 6, 13 & 20; 10:00-11:00 AM
Chair Exercise (sign up required every month)
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. *Note: Members can sign up for either the Monday chair exercise OR Thursday chair exercise class.
Tuesdays; 1:00-2:00 PM
Bingo
Come join us for a fun-filled game of Bingo! Please bring a prize for the Bingo table.
Tuesdays, May 7, 14, 21 & 28; 10:00-11:00 AM
Beginning Line Dancing (sign up required every month)
Led by instructor Sis Denton. *Note: Members can sign up for either the Tuesday line dancing OR Thursday line dancing class.
Tuesdays, May 7, 14 & 21; 11:30-12:30 PM
Tai Chi for Arthritis & Fall Prevention (sign up required)
Certified Tai Chi Health Institute Instructor James Gummer will lead this new 8 week course. This program is for older adults with or without arthritis, rheumatic diseases, or related musculoskeletal conditions. Participants report improved balance and mobility, improved strength and flexibility, improved relaxation, and decreased pain and falls. This class will run from April 2nd through May 21st. Class is currently filled.
Tuesday, May 7th; 10:00-11:00 AM
Exercise Equipment Room Orientation (sign up required)
The Senior Activity Center has an exercise equipment room with a treadmill, bike, elliptical and weights. Before using this room, members must first attend a free one-time safety orientation session, taught by Louise Mulvey.
Tuesday, May 14th; 11:00-12:00 PM
Mindful Moments (sign up required)
Come join us as we continue our monthly series to engage with others around mental wellness and discuss mental health, the brain, and related tips and resources. The topic for May is Social Connection. Are you wondering how to stay connected? Feeling isolated or lonely? Join Department of Aging and Disabilities staff for a discussion on how to stay connected with others and ourselves as we deal with life changes and loss.
Tuesday, May 21st; 10:00-11:30 AM
Computer Basics Workshop (sign up required)
Instructor Mari Howard will provide information on internet and computer safety basics.
Tuesday, May 28th; 10:00-11:30 AM
Jewelry Workshop (sign up required)
Have you always wanted to make your own jewelry? Pat Pettway will show you how in this workshop! She will start us off with making a beautiful bracelet, and will have a variety of beads and colors to choose from. Come join us and tap into your creative side! $2 supply fee.
Wednesdays & Fridays; 1:00-2:30 PM
Bingo
Come join us for a fun-filled game of Bingo, called in English and Korean. Please bring a prize for the Bingo table.
Wednesdays, May 1 & 15; 1:00-2:30 PM
Korean Choir
Thursdays, May 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30; 10:00-11:00 AM
Intermediate Line Dancing (sign up required every month)
Led by instructor Sis Denton. *Note: Members can sign up for either the Tuesday line dancing OR Thursday line dancing class.
Thursdays, May 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30; 1:00-2:00 PM
Chair Exercise (sign up required every month)
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. *Note: Members can sign up for either the Monday chair exercise OR Thursday chair exercise class.
Thursday, May 16th; 1:00-2:30 PM
Memorial Scrapbook Workshop (sign up required)
Instructor Mary Crowner will lead this new workshop, where you will create a mini memorial scrapbook for a loved one who has passed away. This is a great way to honor and memorialize someone who has meant a lot in your life. Participants should bring several pictures of their loved one to create their memory book. No fee!
Thursday, May 30th; 10:00 AM
Jeopardy (sign up required)
Join Department of Aging and Disabilities staff Kara Kilian as she hosts the classic game show Jeopardy! Come test your knowledge on a variety of subjects and try to score some prizes! Sign up at the front desk.
Fridays, May 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31; 9:00-11:30 AM
English as a Second Language (sign up required through AACC)
Fridays, May 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31; 1:00-2:00 PM
Computers 101 (Taught in Korean) (sign up required)
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 ⧫
Thursday, May 9th; 9:45 AM- 1:30 PM
Dollar Tree & Golden Corral Van Trip (sign up required)
This trip location will be to Dollar Tree and Golden Corral in Hanover. The van will depart the senior activity center 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!
Monday, May 13th; 12:30 PM
‘The Trouble with Angels’ Movie
Enjoy some popcorn and join us for a showing of ‘The Trouble with Angels,’ a classic comedy about the adventures of two mischievous students in an all-girls Catholic boarding school.
Monday, May 20th; 1:00-2:00 PM
Pet Rock Performance
Come listen to Tim Amann perform popular hits from the 50s, 60s and 70s!
Tuesday, May 21st; 10:00-1:00 PM
Maryland Insurance Administration Outreach
A representative from the Maryland Insurance Administration will be available to answer your insurance-related questions. No appointment needed.
Thursday, May 23rd; 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. No appointment needed.
Friday, May 24th; 9:45 AM- 1:15 PM
Partners in Care Boutique & IHOP Van Trip (sign up required)
This trip location will be to Partners in Care Boutique and IHOP in Pasadena. The van will depart the senior activity center at 9:45 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!
Tuesday, May 28th; 12:00 PM
Olive Grove Special Meal (sign up required)
Join us for a special meal as we celebrate Older Americans Month and Mother’s Day. Enjoy fried chicken, salad, breadsticks and Olive Grove's vegetable of the day. Participants under 60 years of age must pay the full cost of the meal ($13.95). Sign up at the front desk by May 13th- spots are limited!
Thursday, May 30th; 10:00 AM- 12:00 PM
Maryland Access Point Outreach
Information and Assistance staff Saes Kim from the Department of Aging & Disabilities will be on site once a month to assist center members with resources and services. Saes will be able to assist with applications, provide referrals to local services, discuss housing options, and provide education on community resources. No appointment needed.
Thursday, May 30th; 10:30-11:30 AM
Brooklyn Park Library Technology Assistance
Staff from the Brooklyn Park Library will be available to assist members 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.
Thursday, May 30th; 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 to or sing along with.
⧫ BPSC May Online Programming ⧫
Mondays, May 6, 13, 20, & 27; 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 4368
⧫ Coming up in June ⧫
Mondays, June 3, 10, 17 & 24; 10:00-11:00 AM
Chair Exercise (sign up required every month)
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. *Note: Members can sign up for either the Monday chair exercise OR Thursday chair exercise class.
Tuesdays, June 4, 11, 18 & 25; 10:00-11:00 AM
Beginning Line Dancing (sign up required every month)
Led by instructor Sis Denton. *Note: Members can sign up for either the Tuesday line dancing OR Thursday line dancing class.
Thursdays, June 6, 13 & 20; 10:00-11:00 AM
Intermediate Line Dancing (sign up required every month)
Led by instructor Sis Denton. *Note: Members can sign up for either the Tuesday line dancing OR Thursday line dancing class. Class will not be held on June 27th.
Thursdays, June 6, 13 & 20; 1:00-2:00 PM
Chair Exercise (sign up required every month)
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. *Note: Members can sign up for either the Monday chair exercise OR Thursday chair exercise class. Class will not be held on June 27th.
Senior Activity Center Information
- Brooklyn Park Seniors, Inc. is a fundraising board made up of elected members of the center. Their mission is to supplement the county budget for supplies, services and programs offered at the Brooklyn Park Senior Activity Center. The Brooklyn Park Seniors, Inc. meets the first Monday of every month at 10:00 AM. Meetings are open to all center members.
- BPSC sends our monthly newsletters via email, with upcoming center programming and community events. See staff if you would like to be added to our email list.
- We are on Facebook! Like our page and check out our Facebook page under 'Brooklyn Park Senior Activity Center.'
- We are currently accepting donations for books, word search puzzle books and adult coloring books.
- 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. In an effort to support the ongoing and future work of the Congregate Meal Program, voluntary donations are encouraged, if one is able. No eligible person will be denied a meal if unable to donate. Each congregate meal costs $5.25.
- 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.
- 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 eight 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.
- Department of Aging & Disabilities staff from the State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) are available to discuss your questions about Medicare and Medicaid, supplemental health insurance, medical claims management, Medicare Open Enrollment, and more. Call the SHIP office at (410) 222-4077 to schedule an appointment.
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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