EVENTS, ACTIVITIES AND TRIPS
Trip Policy:
Certain trips require payment upon sign up; if it is not full payment upon sign up, it will be noted. If you must cancel, it is your responsibility to find someone to go in your place. Monies cannot be returned.
If we cancel the trip, you will be entirely reimbursed.
BIG SPRING SENIOR CENTER WILL BE CLOSED ON:
September 7, 2026: Labor Day
REGULAR ACTIVITIES:
Our current activities include:
Water Color Class and Coloring for Adults - Monday’s at 1:30 p.m. - Do you have an interest in water coloring? It takes space, inspiration, and motivation, and we can help. The cost is $1 per week to the Big Spring Senior Center. Class size is limited. Call 717-776-4478 to reserve your seat. If water coloring is not your thing but you love experimenting with colors, we provide colored pencils and adult coloring books. Drop ins are welcome.
Crafts - Tuesday’s at 9 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. - Each week, we have a different craft project. Come join us!
T’ai Chi for Arthritis for Fall Prevention - Tuesday’s at 10 a.m.- Held at Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church, 51 W. Main Street, Newville. **Please enter through the side double doors to the right on the lower level. T’ai Chi will help you with balance. The cost is $5. Exact change please. Zoom is available if you can’t make it in person. Information to log in:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87808964710?pwd=aUdFYkIHQVd0UXIKNVRPV3RFZXlmdz09
Meeting ID: 878 0896 4710
Passcode: BigSpring
Movement with Mindfulness (evolved from Yoga) - Wednesday’s at 8:30 a.m.- The class is held at Held at Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church, 51 W. Main Street, Newville. **Please enter through the side double doors to the right on the lower level. This class focuses on strength, improving balance, and accompanying each movement relaxes the mind and deepens one’s ability to surrender to its continuous flow. The cost for a 10-week program is $70 for members of Big Spring Senior Center, and $80 for non-members. Registration and payment are due before you start a class. Call 717-776-4478 to register. Taught by a YMCA Instructor.
Tea, Talk & Treats - Wednesday’s at 9:30 a.m. - Each week we have a new topic or activity. Come join us and enjoy a cup of tea or coffee with a snack.
Blood Pressure Check - Every 4th Wednesday from 12:15 to 1 p.m.- With Judy Heberlig, a retired nurse who volunteers her time to help you keep track of this important health indicator.
Bible Study with Pastor - Wednesday’s at 1 p.m.
Games - Thursday’s at 9:30 a.m.- Come play card games with our dedicated group of card players. The center has also purchased new games and invite all to come and play any games they wish all day on Thursday’s.
Bingo - Friday’s at 2 p.m.
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Important to know: The Big Spring Senior Center is supported, in part, by a grant from the Cumberland County Office of Aging and Community Services, The Pennsylvania Department of Aging and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration on Aging.