IN Peters Township June/July 2019 | Page 24

SENIOR LUNCHEONS/PICNICS SENIOR PICNICS Picnics are held on the second Wednesday of each month and include entertainment, an interesting speaker or interactive activity. Free event, but we ask that you bring a covered dish or dessert to share. Grilled hotdogs or hamburgers are provided. Days: July 10 - Happy, Healthy Summer: Allergens, Sun Affects & Dehydration Sponsored by: OSPTA Home Health & Hospice August 14 - TBA Time: Noon to 2 p.m. Location: Shelter 4 – Peterswood Park SENIOR SERIES Enjoy the morning with us at the Amphitheater in Peterswood Park! These unique opportunities are free for seniors and will include light breakfast options. Please bring your own lawn chair. Sponsored by: South Hills Community Connect Days: June 20 - Lee Alverson (Musician: ’50s-’60s Rock & Roll) July 25 - Mikey D (Musician: Polka & Big Band) August 22 - Nick Fiasco (Musician: Sounds of Sinatra & Friends Tribute Show) Time: 10 a.m. to Noon 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. SENIOR FARMERS MARKET NUTRITION PROGRAM – CHECK DISTRIBUTION The Pennsylvania Farmers Market Nutrition Program provides four $5 checks totaling $20 to each eligible senior for fruits and vegetables, redeemable at select farmers markets. Interested adults 60 years of age and older should bring identification and meet the income requirements. Proxy forms are available for those unable to attend. Call for more information. Day: Thursday, July 11, 2019 Time: 10 a.m. to Noon ONE DAY BUS TRIPS POTOMAC EAGLE SCENIC RAILROAD — ROMNEY, WV Minimum 30 – Maximum 50 Ride where eagles fly! The three-hour train ride winds along the South Branch of the Potomac River, which is home to American bald eagles. On our way to the train station we will enjoy an early lunch at the Cumberland Country Club. Day: Thursday, October 24 Fee: $165 per person (Includes transportation by deluxe motor coach, lunch, train ticket, taxes and gratuities) Registration Deadline: Tuesday, September 3 22 PETERS TOWNSHIP DOG OBEDIENCE CLASSES PUPPY KINDERGARTEN CLASS – (6 WEEKS) Minimum 3 – Maximum 8 Socialization to other puppies and people and offering training in basic obedience exercises. We’ll teach sit, down, come, walk nicely on leash, not jump and so much more. Bring a bath mat or small rug for your dog a 6 ft. leash and small treats. Instructor: Paula Shimko Dates: Thursdays Time: 7 to 8 p.m. Fee: $130 Resident / $195 Non-Resident Prerequisite: Puppies must have had their first set of vaccinations. Pre-School is for pups from 8 to 16 weeks old as of the date of the first class. Only flat buckle collars and harnesses may be used in this class. No prongs or choke collars are permitted. FAMILY MANNERS OBEDIENCE – DOGS OVER 5 MONTHS (6 WEEKS) Minimum 3 – Maximum 8 Basic exercises are taught for ‘sit’, ‘down’, ‘heel’, ‘leave it’, ‘drop it’, and coming when called. Many other safety exercises are taught as well. Positive reinforcement based. Instructor: Paula Shimko Dates: Thursdays Time: 8:15 to 9:15 p.m. Fee: $130 Resident / $195 Non-Resident Prerequisite: Needed for class: Small treats, 6 ft. leash regular collar, and a mat (bath mat, or small rug) (no prong collars, shock collars, or pinch collars permitted) NOTE FOR BOTH CLASSES: All dog classes are held at the Peters Township Community Room located at 200 Municipal Drive McMurray, PA in the police building(rear) off of McMurray Road. Dogs must be in good health...no aggressive dogs.