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TRIPS ONE DAY BUS TRIPS Each trip requires a minimum of 25 adults. For more information or to register, check our website for more details or stop by the Recreation Center. WESTERN MARYLAND SCENIC RAILROAD EXCURSION Experience a one-hour rail excursion through the Allegheny Mountains on the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad. This trip also includes a visit to the Thrasher Carriage Museum, lunch at the Princess Restaurant and a visit to the lovely Emmanuel Episcopal Church. Day: Thursday, Oct. 13 Registration Deadline: Monday, Sept. 5 COUNTRY MUSIC CHRISTMAS Get into the spirit of the holiday season with a buffet and Country Music Christmas Show at the Ramada Ligonier. Enjoy shopping in downtown Ligonier, wine tasting at the Stone Villa Winery and the light display at Overly’s Country Christmas. Day: Wednesday, Dec. 7 Registration Deadline: Monday, Oct. 17 PROGRAMS FOR MATURE ADULTS FLU VACCINATIONS PE TE RS TOWN SH I P PARKS & RE C RE AT IO N NE WS eters Township Seasonal flu and pneumonia shots are available at no charge with Medicare and some commercial health coverage. Participants must present a Medicare Part B or a commercial health insurance card at the time of vaccination. Please stop by the Community Recreation Center or call 724.942.5000 to schedule your appointment. Day: Thursday, Sept. 29 Time: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. SENIOR PICNICS / LUNCHEONS Picnic/Luncheons are held on the second Wednesday of each month and include entertainment, an interesting speaker, or interactive activity. This is a free event, but we ask that you bring a covered dish or dessert to share. Day: Sept. 14 – Pittsburgh Sports “Tailgate” wear black & gold and support your favorite Pittsburgh sports team! Time: 4 to 6 p.m. at Shelter 4 Day: Oct. 12 – Halloween Bingo & Costume Contest Time: Noon to 2 p.m. at the Recreation Center ZUMBA GOLD (AGES 50 AND OVER) Minimum 5 – Maximum 30 Lower intensity, modified Latin/international dance Zumba fitness party for active older adults. Enjoy easy-to-follow Zumba choreography which focuses on improving muscular conditioning, flexibility, balance, coordination & cardiovascular cap acity while moving to golden oldies, Latin sizzlers or the latest pop hits! Certified Zumba Gold Instructor: Gail Witenske Day: Tuesdays Time: 1:15 to 2:15 p.m. Day: Thursdays Time: 9 to 10 a.m. Fee: $50 Member / $75 Non-Member SILVERSNEAKERS® MUSCULAR STRENGTH & RANGE OF MOVEMENT CLASSES: (AGES 65 AND OVER) Minimum 6 – Maximum 30 Let’s party! Hand weights, tubing, and balls are the “pump you 24 Peters Township up” tools used for strength, agility, balance, endurance and joint flexibility. Get ready for great times, and great friends in this chair based class. Certified Instructor: Anne Brucker Day: Tuesdays and Thursdays Time: 10 to 10:50 a.m. SILVERSNEAKERS CIRCUIT (AGES 65 AND OVER) Minimum 6 – Maximum 30 Fitness will increase cardiovascular, muscular endurance with a standing circuit workout. Strength workout with hand-held weights, elastic tubing, and a ball is alternated with low-impact aerobic exercises. A chair for standing support, stretching and relaxation exercises. Certified Instructor: Suzie Bode Day: Fridays Time: 9 to 9:50 A.M. Fee: $80 Member / $120 Non-Member (Fee, if not covered by health insurance); this includes all classes offered in the session. CARD GROUPS BRIDGE We are looking for new players! Group meets September through May. For more information call Joan Knoll at 724.743.1767 • Marathon Bridge: First Tuesday of every month from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. • Duplicate Bridge: Third Tuesday of every month from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Fee: $15 per year used for supplies and a charitable donation. Location: Community Room, 200 Municipal Drive, in the back of the Police Station (off of McMurray Road, near the Library) 500 BID Card Players meet the fourth Tuesday afternoon of the month at the Recreation Center from 1 to 4 p.m. Drop-ins welcome. No pre-registration required. Men and women of all ages are welcome. Beverages and snacks are provided. Donations welcome. For more information call Rae Helman at 724.941.1081.