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Free Aquatic Exercise Classes Offered
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The Lancaster County Office of Aging will offer free aquatic exercise classes during the summer months at four local community pools.
Free Workshops Can Lead to Healthier Living
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The York County Area Agency on Aging is offering free diabetes self-management workshops 9-11:30 a.m. Thursdays, July 19 to Aug. 23, at York Commons, 2406 Cape Horn Road, Red Lion.
Free Seminar to Dispel Aging Myths, Promote Health
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A free healthy-aging seminar, “Bones, Balance, Brains & Bands,” will be held from 1-3 p.m. Friday, July 13, at Traditions of Hershey, located at 100 N. Larkspur Drive, Palmyra.
Registration Open for Free Fall-Risk Classes
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The York County Area Agency on Aging will host free classes from the award-winning “A Matter of Balance” fall-risk series from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, July 9 to Aug. 1, at East York YMCA, 4075 E. Market St., East York.
Vision Resources of Central Pa. to Honor Helen Keller in June
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Vision Resources of Central Pennsylvania will honor the legacy of Helen Keller throughout June. Harrisburg Mayor Eric Papenfuse will present Vision Resources with an official proclamation in tribute to Keller on June 12.
The Beauty in Nature: Nesting Pasture Birds
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- Written by Clyde McMillan-Gamber Clyde McMillan-Gamber
Southeastern Pennsylvania meadows, dotted with deciduous trees both young and mature, are beautiful farmland habitats.
50plus EXPO Connects Dauphin County’s Older Adults to Community Resources
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- Written by Megan Joyce Megan Joyce
Harrisburg resident Gary Phillips was taking a leisurely-yet-productive approach during his second time at a 50plus EXPO.
Lancaster County Seniors Connect with Community Resources at 50plus EXPO
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- Written by Megan Joyce Megan Joyce
The crowd of guests during the recent Lancaster County 50plus EXPO (Spring) comprised a mixture of moving, talking boomers and seniors, many meandering from booth to booth with relaxed expressions, soaking in the event’s inherent sociability, chatting with friends and neighbors they came across.
High Numbers and High Marks for Senior Games’ 30th Year
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- Written by Megan Joyce Megan Joyce
It was a year for exceptional numbers at the 2018 Lancaster Senior Games, held May 7-11 at Spooky Nook Sports in Manheim.