The Center Post - May 2024

WEDNESDAY, MAY 1 • 8:30 AM

BREAKFAST CLUB

Meet us at Ted’s Bulletin for a fantastic start to your morning. Located at 220 Ellington Blvd., Gaithersburg, MD 20878. Order from the menu and pay on your own.

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MONDAY, MAY 13 • 12:30 – 1:30 PM

MOTHER’S DAY CELEBRATION

Join us for a lovely harp concert by Judy Mostyn-White as we celebrate the special mothers we’ve had throughout our lives.

TUESDAY, MAY 7 • 4 PM

HAPPY HOUR

Join us at Café Roma for Happy Hour. Low-key, family-run pizza joint with Greek and Italian sandwiches, plus seafood dishes. Located at 12166 Darnestown Rd., Gaithersburg, MD 20878. Order from the menu and pay on your own.

BENJAMIN GAITHER CENTER

MEMORIAL

SATURDAY, MAY 11 • 1 – 4 PM

MYSTERY AUTHOR PANEL AND WRITING 101 WORKSHOP

Benjamin Gaither Center together with the AARP Gaithersburg Chapter 5358 is happy to announce another mystery author panel discussion facilitated by Harriette Sackler. Authors TBD. Afterward, join us for a Writing 101 workshop where you explore your talent in writing. Door prizes and light refreshments served. Free. Sign up at the front desk or call 301-258-6380 to reserve your seat.

FRIDAY, MAY 24 • 12:45 – 1:45 PM

SENIORITA SUNSHINE SIGNATURE USO TRIBUTE SHOW

Come hear the sounds of the Andrews Sisters, Judy Garland, Frances Langford, Patsy Cline, Marlene Dietrich, Martha Raye, and Rosemary Clooney at Seniorita Sunshine's Signature USO Tribute Show! You'll be transported to the 1940s, the USO's high point when curtains were rising on USO shows 700 times a day!

Fee { Free Members, $5 Nonmembers }

Monday-thursday 8:30 am - 6 pm

friday 8:30 am - 4 pm

saturday-sunday closed

Monday-thursday 8:30 am - 6 pm friday 8:30 am - 4 pm saturday-sunday closed

from our staff

WEDNESDAY, MAY 29 • 12:45 PM

BIRTHDAY PARTY

Mark Getzin, Gail Gouvea

Joyce Bowman

Jerry Allen, Keith Jordan

Randall Adams

Mary Wykes

George Fitel

Nancy Palker, Raymond Richardson

Anne Byrd

Sharon Freedman, Joseph Fusco, June Prisk

Karen Gillis

Nick Monaco

Free. Registration Required.

Members Only.

May is Older Americans Month. Join us at the Mayor and City Council meeting, May 6 at 7:30 p.m. at City Hall when the Mayor issues a proclamation recognizing Older Americans Month. This year’s theme is Powered by Connection, which recognizes the profound impact that meaningful relationships and social connections have on our health and well-being. And if you are a regular participant at the Benjamin Gaither Center, you already know how important the relationships we make with each other at the Center improve our lives! Good for you!

We have several great trips, excellent classes, and social events planned for May. I hope to see you at a few of our activities, and I challenge you to make a new connection when you are here at the BGC. It is good for your health!

I’ll BGC-ing you! - Charlyn Simpson

THURSDAY, MAY 9 • 12:30 – 1:30 PM

THE MARVIN GAYE HOUR

ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP & FEES

City Residents

$50 Individual • $80 Two Persons

Nonresidents

$125 Individual • $195 Two Persons

Fitness Center

(BGC Members only)

$75 per year • $15 per month

Non-member Program

Attendance Cost and Annual

Membership:

If a person wants to go on a trip or attend a program and is not a member, they may join the Center for a 30-day period (City residents: $10, nonresidents: $25). During the period they have all the privileges of a member, and if they decide to join for a year during the first 30 days, the cost of their 30-day trial will be applied toward an annual membership. Please note that cumulative one-month membership fees will not apply.

activity

Join us for an hour of Marvin Gaye. We will honor the music and the legend of Marvin Gaye from 1964 to 1981. Reminisce as we listen to classic hits as well as watch rarely-seen footage of many of his great performances which includes 1964’s “Hitch Hike,” “Can I Get a Witness,” and 1972’s “What’s Going On.” Exclusively at the Benjamin Gaither Center.

THURSDAY, MAY 16 • 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM

Senior Information and Assistance

Do you need information on senior housing, financial assistance, Medicare, Medicaid, or help filling out forms? Please call the front desk at 301.258.6380 to make an appointment with Tracy Carter of the Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services.

THURSDAY, MAY 16 BY APPOINTMENT

PODIATRIST SERVICES

Sign up at the front desk for an appointment with one of the doctors from Maple Springs Foot Center. Most insurances are accepted, including Medicare.

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TUESDAY, MAY 7 • 10 AM

TUESDAY, MAY 21 • 10 AM

BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING

On site blood pressure screening with Community Angels Nursing Services and nursing students from Montgomery College.

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TUESDAY, MAY 7 • 11 AM

BRAIN GAMES

Community Angels Nursing Services team will be at the Center with fun brainteaser games to test your knowledge. This program is offered as an extension of the Memory Care Screening.

MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS

MAY 6 – JUN 10 • 12:30 – 1:30 PM (NO CLASS: 5/27)

CHROME ESSENTIALS WITH SENIOR PLANET MONTGOMERY

WEDNESDAYS • 11 AM (IN PERSON)

COPING WITH CHANGE

Are you not bouncing back like you used to? Learn how to roll with the punches by joining the group discussion facilitated in person by Yasaman Alavi, LCPC, from Senior Services at Affiliated Santé Group. Email yalavi@ santegroup.org or call 301-3320462 for individual appointments for the in-person program.

TUESDAY TO THURSDAY • NOON

NUTRITION PROGRAM

Lunch is provided through the auspices of the Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services Senior Nutrition Program. Lunch must be ordered no later than 1 p.m. the Tuesday before the next week. For those 60 and older, lunch is as much as you can donate. You can call 301-258-6380 to make your lunch reservation.

tech corner

Dive into internet navigation and email mastery with our beginnerfriendly course. Experience the speed, security, and affordability of the Chrome Operating System while building your digital skills. Don't miss out. Join us and unlock the full potential of your online journey! Prerequisite: A Gmail address and a Chromebook. Should you need any assistance with creating a Gmail address, please call the Senior Planet hotline at 888-713-3495.

Call 301-258-6380 to reserve your seat for the class.

TUESDAY, MAY 21 • 10 AM – 12 PM

FINANCIAL COACHING

The Gaithersburg Financial Empowerment Center provides free, professional financial coaching for residents of zip codes 20877, 20878, and 20879. The Center helps with credit checks for fraud and abuse, spending, and creating a budget that you can live with. Call 301-258-6380 to make your appointment.

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MONDAY, JUN 24 • 5 PM

Join the conversation. Melissa Koppal leads the virtual caregivers support group. She is a Certified Dementia Practitioner, leading the group as a facilitator from the Alzheimer’s Association. RSVP: melissakoppaal@yahoo.com to receive the Zoom link.

TUESDAY, MAY 14 • 11 AM

GOOGLE WORKSPACE WITH SENIOR PLANET MONTGOMERY

Curious about the free tools from Google? Learn about some of Google’s most popular productivity tools that are for personal use, as well as workrelated ones. This lecture will introduce Docs, Sheets, Slides, Photos, and Drive. We will explore some practical and creative uses and demonstrate how to make the most out of Google’s many free templates.

trips

FRIDAY, MAY 3 • 9:15 AM – 3:15 PM WASHINGTON, DC

NATIONAL

CATHEDRAL FLOWER MART

FULL

MONDAY, MAY 6 • 9:45 AM – 6 PM WASHINGTON, DC

OLD TOWN ALEXANDRIA AND BOAT RIDE TO

WASHINGTON, DC

Tour the Torpedo Factory, shop in the stores, and enjoy lunch at one of the great local restaurants. You will ride the Potomac Water Taxi for the return trip to Washington, D.C. before heading back.

Fee { $45 } … Deadline { May 2 }

WEDNESDAY, MAY 8 • 9:30 AM –4:30 PM • WASHINGTON, DC

NATIONAL MUSEUM OF WOMEN IN THE ARTS

Tour five incredible art exhibits and the Museum library. Following will be lunch on your own around the corner at the Cheesecake Factory in Downtown D.C.

Fee { $20 } … Deadline { May 6 }

FRIDAY, MAY 10 • 10:30 AM –5 PM • WASHINGTON, DC

“LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS”

AT FORD’S THEATRE

FULL – Bring a snack.

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TUESDAY, MAY 14 • 10:30 AM – 3 PM ALEXANDRIA, VA

YEAR OF THE CRAB CAKE:

STOP #10 RT’S

RT’s has been serving the finest seafood in the Northern Virginia area for over 30 years. Come and

TRIPS AND CLASS CANCELLATIONS

All trip and class cancellations must be submitted in writing, or email your request to BenjaminGaitherCenter@gaithersburgMD.gov

enjoy this “Little Gem” in the heart of Alexandria. Please bring cash.

Fee { $20 } … Deadline { May 10}

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THURSDAY, MAY 16 • 9:15 AM –5:00 PM • WASHINGTON, DC

NATIONAL BONSAI & PENJING MUSEUM

Explore the Museum’s large collection of bonsai and penjing trees and their related art forms. Lunch on your own at the Union Market District following the museum visit.

Fee { $20 } … Deadline { May 13 }

FRIDAY, MAY 17 • 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM GERMANTOWN, MD

MINI-TRIP: LANCASTER

COUNTY DUTCH MARKET

Fee { $8 } … Deadline { May 15 }

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TUESDAY, MAY 21 • 9:10 AM – 4:30 PM GREENBELT, MD

NASA GODDARD SPACE FLIGHT CENTER

Join us on a guided exploration into space. Explore multiple exhibits, see the Hubble Telescope, and check out the Rocket Garden, Solarium, and the Helio physics Room. Afterward, lunch on your own at the famous Hook & Reel for Cajun-inspired seafood. Please bring cash.

Fee { $20 }… Deadline { May 17 }

TUESDAY, MAY 28 • 10 AM – 2:30 PM ARLINGTON, VA

GALLOPING GOURMETS TO TEXAS JACK’S BARBECUE

Rated as the #1 BBQ restaurant in the Washington D.C. area, Texas Jack's uses the best hardwoods

for smoking. Their Lone Star style cuts of meat, plus their unique sides, make the meal a treat to remember.

Fee { $20 }… Deadline { May 24 }

THURSDAY, MAY 30 • 10:15 AM –3:15 PM • POOLESVILLE, MD

TOUR OF POPLAR SPRING ANIMAL SANCTUARY

Poplar Spring is home to over 200 rescued animals –horses, mules, pigs, sheep, goats, chickens, turkeys, and more. During the tour, we will walk around the unpaved farm to the different barns to visit the animals. You will be able to interact with the animals, and pet many of them. After our tour, we will stop for lunch on your own, at Locals Farm Market. Please bring cash.

Fee { $30 }… Deadline { May 24 }

SATURDAY, JUNE 1 • 12:30 PM –6:00 PM • WASHINGTON, DC

DIXIE’S TUPPERWARE PARTY AT KENNEDY CENTER

Dixie Longate is the fast-talking, gum-chewing, ginger-haired Alabama gal who is bringing your grandma’s Tupperware party into the 21st century. Filled with outrageously funny tales, heartfelt accounts, audience participation, and a little bit of empowerment and homespun wisdom, “Dixie’s Tupperware Party” leaves your heart a little bigger and your food a little fresher.

Fee { $85 }… Deadline { Apr 30 }

WEDNESDAY, JUN 12 • 10:30 AM – 4:30 PM

WASHINGTON, DC

“THE MIGRATION” AT ARENA STAGE

Using its hallmark style of percussive dance-theater, “Step Afrika!’s The Migration: Reflections on Jacob Lawrence” tells the story of one of the largest movements of people in United States history, when millions of African American migrants moved from the rural South to the industrial North in the 1900s to escape Jim Crow, racial oppression, and lynchings.

Fee { $65 } … Deadline { May 9 }

WEDNESDAY, JUN 26 • 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM

COLUMBIA, MD

“JERSEY BOYS” AT TOBY’S

The fascinating evolution of four blue-collar kids who became one of the greatest successes in pop music history! “Jersey Boys” takes you behind the music of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons. Discover the secret of a 40-year friendship as they work their way from the streets of Jersey to the heights of stardom. Buffet lunch, dessert, tea or coffee, and tip included.

Fee { $88 }… Deadline { May 23 }

FRIDAY, MAY 17 • 11 AM

NATURE

CLUB

MONTHLY MEETING

THURSDAY, MAY 2 • 11 – NOON

ARTS AND CRAFTS: HANDCRAFTED SPRING CARDS

Using different techniques and adornments, come make springtime cards to include Mother’s Day, birthday, get well, hello, graduation, etc. Experience is not required, just a desire to be creative. Supplies are provided, but please bring your adhesive (glue or double-stick tape).

Fee: { $8 Members, $10 Nonmembers }

MONDAY, MAY 20 • 12:30 – 1:30 PM

STREET FOOD OF INDIA

Every state in India has at least one or two popular street food items. Come and join in a mouthwatering experience and learn all about the street food culture in India. Food tasting is provided by volunteers. Free. Sign up at the front desk or call 301-2586380 to reserve your space.

BOOK DISCUSSIONS

Thursday, May 9 • 2 PM

“Leaving Before the Rains

Come” by Alexandra Fuller

Thursday, Jun 13 • 2 PM

“Lost Horizon” by James Hilton

MEMBER ORIENTATION

Wednesday, May 22 • 11 AM

Come learn the ins and outs of the Center. Call the front desk at 301.258.6380 to sign up and bring your Welcome Packet with you.

BINGO Mondays & Fridays • 12:30 PM

$2 buys two cards for every game

coloring book Mondays • 11 AM • $2

MAH JONGG Tuesdays & Fridays • 12:30 PM

CONTRACT BRIDGE

Tuesdays & Thursdays • 12:30 PM

POKER Most afternoons. Come check it out!

May 2024

The Benjamin Gaither Center gaithersburgMD.gov | 301.258.6380

MOVIE AFTERNOONS

and discuss a movie every week. Call ahead to fi nd out what movie will be playing. Thursdays at 1 PM

Fitness Room 10:30 Drawing Basics 8:30 Fitness Room 10:30 Drawing Basics

Dance Rhythm 10:15 Fit 4 All 10:30 Lancaster County Dutch Market 11 Nature Club 11:15 Power Stretch 12:15 Quilting 12:30 Mah Jongg 12:35 Bingo

Club de la Amistad

Wednesday Walkers at Bohrer Park 10:15 Fit 4 All 11 Bingo Hispano 11 Coping with Change 11:15 Core & Stretch 12:30 Line Dance 12:30 Chrome Essentials

Yoga 12:30 Bridge 12:30 Mah Jongg 1:30 Broadway Beats 4 AARP Meeting

Bingo 1 Drawing Beyond Basics

fitness

MON, WED, FRI • 10:15 AM

fit 4 all

Low or no-impact aerobics appropriate for those who prefer a seated workout as well as those wanting moderate standing exercise.

MONDAYS & FRIDAYS • 11:15 AM

power stretch

Improve your flexibility. This class will address muscular imbalances, body alignment, proper breath control, range of motion, elongation, and posture.

TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS

• 10:15 AM

stretch & strengthen

Tone muscles while strengthening heart and lungs. All abilities welcome.

WEDNESDAYS • 11:15 AM coreandstretch

After a gradual warm up, the class will alternate between balanced toning exercises derived from Pilates and replenishing stretches derived from Yoga. Chairs and light hand weights are used.

TUESDAY, APR 16 – MAY 28 • 9:15 – 10:15 AM (NO CLASS: 5/7)

THURSDAY, APR 18 – MAY 30 • 9:15 – 10:15 AM hit

Low Impact High-intensity Interval Training taught by Denise Mornini

Interval endurance training for the athletic adult. Warm up, and then go into high-intensity bursts (run or power walk, interspersed with recovery periods using other muscle groups) followed by balance challenges, strength training and floor work.

Fee: Tuesdays { $47 } Thursdays { $47 }

TUESDAYS • 8:25 AM

walking tape

Wake up with a brisk two mile workout.

WEDNESDAYS • 9 AM

WEDNESDAY WALKERS

Meet a staff member at the Activity Center at Bohrer Park, 506 S. Frederick Avenue, and take a walk. Enjoy the outdoors, have light conversations, and walk the walk to start the day fresh. Free.

FRIDAYS • 9:15 AM

DANCE RHYTHM

A fun cardio dance workout that tones the entire body. This class offers easy-to-follow, lowimpact aerobic dance moves for all fitness levels. We make sure your workout is safe, intense and gratifying.

These fitness classes, taught by experienced instructors, have a $2 charge

TUESDAY, MAY 7 – JUNE 25 • 12 – 1 PM

HATHA YOGA WITH JANE STELBOUM

Instructor Jane Stelboum is back with even more techniques to share. This class offers instruction on yoga poses, somatic breathing and movement, healthy/happy back therapy, and meditation. Learn proper and safe alignment. Modifications offered to suit your own body and ability. Dress comfortably. Bring your own mat or use one of ours. Yoga mats are recommended. Fee { $75 Members, $85 Nonmembers }

TUESDAY, MAY 7 – JUN 11 • 1:30 – 2:20 PM

BROADWAY BEATS

Have you always wanted to dance in a Broadway Musical? Now is your chance! This course teaches various forms of dance to extremely popular music. Jazz, tap, modern, and lyrical dance are all incorporated. We will visit many of your favorite Broadway shows throughout the years. This class is for everyone to dance and have fun! No prior dance experience is necessary. Just bring your sneakers and enjoy!

Fee { $54 Members, $64 Nonmembers }

MONDAY - FRIDAY, MAY 6 – MAY 31 (NO CLASS MAY 27)

VIRTUAL EXERCISE CLASSES

Take one class or take them all! Register online and you will receive a Zoom link that lets you participate in a month’s worth of classes for one price.

Members { $25 } Non-members { $35 } TimeMondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFriday

9:15 a.m. Dance Rhythm

10:15 a.m.Fit 4 All Stretch & Strengthen Fit 4 All Stretch & Strengthen Fit 4 All

11:15 a.m.Power Stretch Core & Stretch Power Stretch

THURSDAYS, MAY 9 – JUNE 13 • 11:15 AM – 12:05 PM

BALLET FOR FITNESS

This unique exercise class uses ballet moves for improving strength and conditioning. Ballet for Fitness is a total body workout that features movements that engage your mind and have you moving to music. Join instructor Becci Kim, as she leads you through your workout. No previous ballet experience is required.

Fee { $53 Members, $73 Nonmembers } ....................................................................................................

MON & THU, APR 8 – JUN 17 • 8:45 AM (NO CLASS: 5/27)

BONE BUILDERS -

full

Bone Builders is a free, volunteer-led exercise program for ages 55+ in partnership with the Montgomery County Departments of Recreation and Health and Human Services, and the RSVP volunteer program.

MONDAYS, MAY 6 – JUNE 24 • 11 – 11:50 AM

(NO CLASS: 5/20 & 5/27)

CHAIR YOGA

Instructor Archana Gupta will provide instruction on yoga poses that help increase mobility and strength, stretch the body, reduce stress and pain, and clear the mind. This class is designed to allow you to use the support of a chair to perform yoga poses, move, breathe and ultimately feel good.

Fee { $48 Members, $58 Nonmembers } .....................................................................................................

WEDNESDAYS, MAY 1 – MAY 22 • 12:30 – 1:20 PM

LINE DANCE – PARTY FAVORITES

Are you ready for the next social gathering? Come and learn classic party line dances and the latest contemporary favorites. No dance experience needed. Taught by Robin Marshall.

Fee { $25 Members, $35 NonMembers }

classes & lectures

FRIDAYS • 12:15 PM

QUILTING

Quilt with your peers, socialize, and get their input. All abilities and skill levels are welcome!

WEDNESDAYS • 1 PM

CROCHET BABY BLANKETS WITH ELIZABETH

Be creative for a good cause. Chat while you crochet and knit baby blankets for local newborns. Yarn will be provided.

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SATURDAYS, MAY 18 – JUN 22 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM

DRAWING BASICS

This class is designed for beginners or those who want a refresher on drawing basics. We will address traditional drawing concepts such as proportions, shading, and values. This is a friendly, relaxing, and supportive class with a focus on learning and understanding the fundamentals of drawing. Bring your own supplies. Email BenjaminGaitherCenter@ gaithersburgmd.gov to receive your supply list. Taught by instructor Doris Bryant.

Fee { $69 Members, $89 Nonmembers }

MONDAYS, MAY 13 – JUN 24 • 1 PM –3 PM (NO CLASS: 5/27)

DRAWING BEYOND BASICS

In this class, participants continue to refine and expand their drawing skills through studio practice. Students will work from their own photographs of any subject, landscape, still life or portrait. Some demonstrations

are provided along with lots of personalized instruction. This class is designed for students with knowledge of the fundamentals of drawing (volume, proportion, value, composition, etc.) and is not suitable for beginners. Returning students and others with an art background are welcome. Bring your own supplies. Email BenjaminGaitherCenter@ gaithersburgmd.gov to receive your supply list.

Fee { $69 Members, $89 Nonmembers }

WEDNESDAYS, MAR 27 - MAY 22

2 PM – 4 PM

WATERCOLOR

Join accomplished artist and instructor Susan Herron as she guides you through watercolor techniques. Susan takes great pleasure in teaching. Her goal is to give the beginning students a solid foundation of skills, and to give intermediate students a creative challenge and the desire for a personal artistic vision. Bring your own supplies. Email BenjaminGaitherCenter@ gaithersburgmd.gov to receive your supply list.

Fee { $98 Members, $118 Nonmembers }

FRIDAY, MAY 31 • 11 AM – 12 NOON

TRIPS & US – ADVENTURES TOGETHER

Join us for a lively conversation sharing the ups, downs, and mishaps that we have experienced during our many travels. Share ideas and thoughts for many more to come. Exclusively for BGC members.

MONDAYS, MAY 6 - MAY 20, 12:30 PM –1:20 PM

ENGLISH CONVERSATION CLUB (BASICS)

Practice speaking and writing in English, using pictures, games, puzzles and more. We will learn from and with each other. Facilitated by Patty Bronson. Free. Registration Required.

en español

JUEVES 9 DE MAYO • 12:30 PM –1:30 PM

LA HORA DE MARVIN GAYE

Acompáñenos para la hora de Marvin Gaye. En donde honraremos la música y la leyenda de Marvin Gaye desde 1964 hasta 1981. Recodaremos mientras escuchamos sus éxitos clásicos y miramos material poco común de muchas de sus grandes actuaciones, que incluyen "Hitch Hike" de 1964, "Can I Get a Witness" y "What’s Going On" de 1972. Exclusivamente en el Centro Benjamin Gaithersburg.

LUNES 16 DE MAYO • 9:45 AM – 6 PM WASHINGTON, DC

PASEO POR BOTE OLD TOWN ALEXANDRIA Y WASHINGTON DC

Visita la Fábrica de Torpedos, compra en las tiendas y disfruta de un almuerzo en uno de los excelentes restaurantes locales. Regresaremos a Washington, DC en el Taxi Acuático para de ahí regresar al Centro Benjamin. Costo $45… Fecha límite para inscripción mayo 2

VIERNES 17 DE MAYO • 10:30 AM1:30 PM • GERMANTOWN, MD

MINI PASEO AL MERCADO LANCASTER COUNTY DUTCH

Costo $8…. Fecha límite para inscripción mayo 15

JUEVES 30 DE MAYO • 10:15 AM –3:15 PM • POOLESVILLE, MD

TOUR DEL SANTUARIO POPLAR SPRING

Poplar Spring es hogar de más de 200 animales rescatados: caballos, mulas, cerdos, ovejas, cabras, pollos, pavos y más. Durante el recorrido, caminaremos por la granja sin pavimentar para visitar todos los diferentes establos y conocer a los animales. Podrás interactuar con los animales y acariciar a muchos de ellos. Después de nuestro recorrido, haremos una parada para almorzar por tu cuenta en el Mercado Agrícola de Locals. Por favor, lleva efectivo.

Costo $30… Fecha limite mayo 24

LUNES 13 DE MAYO • 12:30– 1:45 PM

Celebración del Día de la Madre

Acompáñenos para un encantador concierto de arpa por Judy Mostyn-White para celebrar a las especiales mamitas que hemos tenido durante nuestras vidas.

VIERNES 24 DE MAYO • 12:45 –1:45 PM

TRIBUTO SENIORITA

SUNSHINE SIGNATURE USO

¡Venga a escuchar el sonido de las Andrews Sisters, Judy Garland, Frances Langford, Patsy Cline, Marlene Dietrich, Martha Raye y Rosemary Clooney en el Show Tributo USO de la Señorita Sunshine! ¡Será transportado a la década de 1940, el apogeo del USO cuando las cortinas se levantaban en espectáculos del USO 700 veces al día!

Costo Miembros Gratis / No miembros $5

AARP GAITHERSBURG CHAPTER 5358 may PROGRAMS

Tuesday, May 7, 2 p.m. - Board Meeting at the Center

Tuesday, May 14, 5 p.m. – Musical entertainment by the Friday Morning Music Club, dinner will be Jersey Mike’s subs.

Tuesday, May 21 - Chat and Chew – Carrabbas – 1 PM (19935 Century Blvd., Germantown)

Food drive planned for the first two weeks of June to collect for the Gaithersburg CaresHub.

For more inf ormation about AARP programs please email Mary Hoferek at mary.hoferek@gmail.com

MIERCOLES 15 DE MAYO • 11 AM –12 PM

BINGO HISPANO

Acompáñenos a jugar Bingo Hispano, muy parecido a la lotería. Por favor pague en la oficina principal el 15 de mayo antes de las 11 am.

Costo por boleto $2

JUEVES 16 DE MAYO • 10:30 AM –3:30 PM

INFORMACIÓN Y ASISTENCIA PARA PERSONAS DE MAYOR EDAD

¿Necesita información sobre vivienda para personas de la tercera edad, asistencia financiera, ¿Medicare, Medicaid o ayuda para completar formularios? Puede llamar a la recepción al 301-2586380 y así hacer una cita previa con la trabajadora social, Tracy Carter, del Departamento de Salud y Servicios Humanos del Condado de Montgomery.

MARTES 7 DE MAYO • 10 AM

MARTES 21 DE MAYO • 10 AM

EXAMENES DE PRESIÓN

ARTERIAL

El centro ofrece exámenes de la presión arterial auspiciado por la Comunidad de Ángeles y servicios de enfermería y los estudiantes de enfermería de Montgomery College.

Benjamin Gaither Center

80A Bureau Drive

Gaithersburg, MD 20878-1431

CURRENT RESIDENT OR

MD 20878-1431 • 301.258.6380 • gaithersburgmd.gov

Tanisha Briley

City Manager

Robert T. Wu

Jim McNulty

Yamil Hernández

Lisa Henderson

Neil Harris

Council Members

Jud Ashman

Mayor

GAITHERSBURG CITY OFFICIALS

•

MAY 2024

If you plan to attend any activity, function or class, you must preregister by returning this form to the Benjamin Gaither Center, 80A Bureau Dr., Gaithersburg, MD 20878, either in person or by mail. If there is a fee, your payment must accompany this form. Make check payable to the City of Gaithersburg, unless otherwise noted. Place a check mark in the box by the activities you want to attend.

Registration is first come first served – Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Or on the internet at gaithersburgMD.gov. Please arrange for your transportation to and from the Center when you take trips. Do not rely on riding the daily bus.

CITY OF GAITHERSBURG

BENJAMIN GAITHER CENTER ACTIVITY RELEASE FOR MEMBERS

When participating in on-site activities at the Benjamin Gaither Center, I agree to the following:

1. I am aware that while participating in a recreation activity or program offered by the City of Gaithersburg Department of Parks, Recreation and Culture, certain risks and dangers may be present, including, but not limited to, the hazards of traveling public highways, of accidents, of injury, of illness and the forces of nature.

2. I attest and verify that I have full knowledge of the risk involved in physical fitness activities and that I have obtained approval from my physician to participate in the same.

3. In consideration of the right to participate in the above referenced activities or programs and in further consideration of the arrangements made for me by the City of Gaithersburg through its Department of Parks, Recreation and Culture, I do hereby, on behalf of myself, my heirs, executors, administrators, and assigns, assume the above mentioned and all other risks, and do further release and hold harmless and indemnify the City of Gaithersburg and the Mayor and City Council of Gaithersburg and all of the City’s agents, officers and employees from any and all claims for injuries or loss to my person or property or to the person or property of third parties which may arise out of or result from my participation in the above referenced program or activity.

4. I further grant permission for a doctor to administer emergency treatment to me in the event that a medical emergency requires such treatment.

5.I consent to the City’s use of photographs taken or videotapes made of program participants.

6. The City reserves the right to rescind the membership of individuals incapable of complying with the Benjamin Gaither Center policies due to medical conditions beyond the individual’s control as observed by the Center staff.

When participating in any off-site activities, I also agree:

1. To obey the rules and regulations for each activity, follow all directives and adhere to the agenda as outlined by the staff.

2. That if I do not clearly understand how an activity is performed or details of a trip, I will ask a staff member prior to the beginning of the program to clarify my questions.

3. To inform staff prior to the activity or trip if I have any problems meeting the physical requirements necessary for participation in the activity.

4. I agree to listen carefully to the details and timing of the trip and be fully prepared to meet and board the bus at the proper designated place and time. I understand that, in the City’s sole discretion, I may be responsible for paying any and all reasonable charges the City may incur as a result of my failure to meet and board the bus at the proper designated place and time.

Furthermore, I understand that as a participant of the program I will be expected to depart the Benjamin Gaither Center and return to the said location with the group. Any deviation from the activity itinerary will preclude me from participating in future trips, activities or other off-site adventures.

If you need special accommodations

please call 301-258-6380, or e-mail Gayathri.Aluvihare@gaithersburgMD.gov

Describe any physical, psychiatric, behavioral or other concerns for which you will make a special request for a change/adaptation as a reasonable accommodation. The City is committed to making reasonable accommodations as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act and other applicable law. Requests must be made two weeks prior to the start of the program. Program entry may be delayed/denied if the request does not allow the City sufficient time to consider/arrange for the accommodations.

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