Aging Calendar
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Massage Therapy with Renika Watson, LMT
Tuesdays, November 4, 18, & 25
Tuesdays, December 2, 9, 16, & 23
10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Cost: $50 for 45 minutes
$65 for 60 minutes
Renika Watson is a licensed massage therapist and owner of Renika Marie’s Therapeutic
Massage with specialty in Swedish and Deep Tissue massage. Advance registration is required.
**Refunds will be considered if a consumer cancels their appointment with at least 24 business hours in advance, and if a replacement is found.
**Health Warning: Those scheduling this service must be able to get on and off the table without assistance. If your loved one needs assistance, please attend the session with them. Please wait at least 8 weeks after surgery to schedule a massage. Please consult your doctor to make sure that you are cleared for a massage. This is not for those with extreme edema, gout, open wounds, or vascular disease of the body.
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Art with Jamie- ALL MAKE & TAKE!
Loffler Senior Activity Center
Tuesday, November 4 & 18- Dried Flowers
Tuesday, December 2- Art Holiday Party
10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Cost: $25 per class (All supplies provided)
November: We will be working with fresh and dried flowers to create beautiful pieces of art using materials like Gelli plates, alcohol inks and resins. Each class is a MAKE and TAKE for the month of November. This is a great course for seasoned or beginning artists.
December: Choose from a variety of fun wooden Holiday front porch signs or come make some beautiful watercolor holiday cards. Bring a treat to share for a fun holiday party!
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Embroidery Card-Making Class
1:30 p.m.
Cost: $5
This embroidery-based card-making class creates stunning gifts or greeting cards suitable for framing. Using single-strand embroidery thread and a fine needle, to make line designs on quality card stock. This would be a great opportunity to make personalized cards for those important people in your life! Omega will teach you everything you need to know to create these cards. Bring your scissors, tape, and a needle. The price includes the material to make the card. Advanced registration is required.
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Sweetheart Cupcakes
4 p.m.
$15
Join Rebecca of Sweetheart Cupcakes to learn to decorate cupcakes for events, holidays, or that special someone. You will complete 4 cupcakes to take home or share. All supplies are provided, so bring an apron and make some great cupcakes! Advanced registration is required.
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Stronger Memory
Northern Senior Activity Center
Wednesday, November 5-December 10 (6 meetings), 11-11:30 a.m.
Cost: FREE
This is a program designed to improve your memory by stimulating your prefrontal cortex using simple activities - math, reading aloud, and writing. The activities are done at home - 20-30 minutes of daily work recommended. Participants will meet weekly on Wednesdays for a 30-minute group check-in with Keilan Ruppert, Program Specialist. All materials will be provided. Due to a generous grant, there is no cost to participate. Advance registration is required.
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Crochet for Beginners
Wednesdays, November 5, 12, 19, & 26
December 3 & 10
1:30 – 3:30 pm
Cost: $10 (All supplies provided)
Join Terry and Toni for a beginner crochet class. The 5 classes will teach you the chain stitch, slip knot, single and double crochet using a simple project. Advance registration required.
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Men’s Strength Training Boot Camp
Northern Senior Activity Center
Thursday, November 13-December 18* (5 classes), 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
Cost: $45
A certified instructor with Zen Well Studio, will lead a Men’s Strength Training series that aims to enhance your strength, mobility, and overall fitness. This series focuses on safe and effective exercises to build muscle, improve bone density, and increase endurance. Come on guys… let’s stay strong and active! Advance registration is required.
*No class on November 27.
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Intro to American Mah Jong
Looking for a game that blends strategy, skill, and a touch of luck? Join us for a beginner friendly introduction to American Mah Jong! With step-by-step guidance from a skilled instructor, you’ll learn the basics of this classic game in a relaxed, supportive setting. Mah Jong is a wonderful way to socialize and keep your mind sharp. Advanced registration is required.
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Crafts with Penny
Loffler Senior Activity Center
Tuesday, November 18- Holiday Centerpiece
Monday, December 8 – Christmas Wreath
1 – 3 p.m.
Cost: $20 (All supplies provided)
November: Penny has created a beautiful centerpiece in time for the Thanksgiving dinner table or take as gift.
December: Join Penny for an afternoon of holiday fun creating your own special Christmas Wreath! All skill levels welcome! Advanced registration is required.
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Sound Bath with Ruth
Garvey Senior Activity Center
Tuesday, November 18
Tuesday, December 9
6:30 p.m.
Cost: $20
Come relax, reset, and reconnect with yourself in a peaceful, immersive soundscape. Sound Baths can help you achieve deep relaxation, balance your energy, and reduce stress. Please bring a yoga mat, small pillow and blanket to build your comfy nest. May not be recommended for those with pacemakers. Please consult your physician before attending. Advanced registration is required.
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Intergenerational Movie Night
Garvey Senior Activity Center
Thursday, November 20
Thursday, December 18
5:30 p.m.
Cost: The movie is free.
$3 (optional for a non-alcoholic drink, candy, and
popcorn)
This is an intergenerational event and can be attended by all ages.
Join us as we convert our dining room into a movie theatre! Snack pack will be available for purchase. You’re also welcome to bring your own food and non-alcoholic drink. Advanced registration is suggested.
November 20: Superman PG-13(2025)
A vibrant, emotionally layered reboot that reintroduces the iconic hero as a beacon of hope in a morally complex world. Superman is portrayed as a seasoned protector facing both physical and reputational peril. He defies falsehoods, rallies allies, and emerges reaffirmed in his humanity and purpose.
December 18: The Best Christmas Pageant Ever PG
Six rambunctious siblings sneak into church searching for snacks and walk away with the lead roles in the town pageant. Rookie pageant director Grace is in over her head against a town that wants the siblings kicked out. The play's mischievous stars unwittingly teach a community the true meaning of Christmas.
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Bunco!
Northern Senior Activity Center
Friday, November 21 & December 19, 12:30-3:30 p.m.
Cost: $5
Bunco is a lively game of fun. Winning categories will be awarded prize money that day! Let’s roll the dice and enjoy an afternoon together. All sign-ups are done online in advance. Drop-ins will not be accommodated unless we need a substitute to fill in or round out a table. Advance registration is required. Want to reserve a meal? Leave Penny a message at 301-475-4200, ext. 3105, by Noon the day before.
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Southern Maryland History in Story & Song
Northern Senior Activity Center
Tuesday, November 25, 10-11 a.m.
Cost: FREE (sponsored performance)
Enjoy a special performance by Joe Norris focusing on the history of Native American tribes in the Southern Maryland region prior to European colonization. This will include original songs and traditional stories. There is no charge to participants; performance supported by Senior Center Operating Funds. Advance registration is required.
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Thanksgiving Centerpiece with Sunnyside Florals
Garvey Senior Activity Center
Tuesday, November 25, 2 p.m.
Cost: $45
Join Shelley Russell, owner and lead designer of Sunnyside Florals, for a hands-on floral arrangement class. Learn the basics of design and craft a stunning fall centerpiece using locally grown flowers. All supplies provided, just bring a container to take your arrangement home. Perfect for your table or as a gift! Advance registration required.
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Whole Body Bliss: Self-Myofascial Release
Northern Senior Activity Center
Monday, December 1, 1-2:15 p.m.
Cost: $25
Discover how small, mindful movements can make a big difference. This hands-on workshop from Judi Lyons introduces Self-Myofascial Release (SMR) – a gentle self-massage technique that helps release tension, improve circulation, and restore comfort in your muscles and connective tissue. SMR supports better posture, energy, and immunity, while enhancing flexibility and range of motion. Feel more at ease, move with confidence, and reconnect with your body’s natural vitality. Some conditions that benefit from SMR are arthritis and joint pain, back pain, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, and Fibromyalgia. Advance registration is required.
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Winter Bird Feeding: Presentation
Loffler Senior Activity Center
Monday, December 1, 1 p.m.
Cost: FREE
Join Barb Whipkey, co-owner of Wild Birds Unlimited (SOMD), as she shares tips on feeding birds in the colder months. Advance registration is required.
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Make a Vintage Jeweled Christmas Tree with Chris
Loffler Senior Activity Center
Wednesday, December 3
1:30 – 3 :30 p.m.
Cost: $3 (All supplies provided)
Create a jewelry Christmas tree with vintage charm and add a touch of nostalgia to your home with this easy, creative project! Repurpose costume jewelry and turn it into a beautiful piece that’s perfect for homemade holiday décor or as a gift. Advance registration is required.
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Point Lookout Prison and Hospital
Garvey Senior Activity Center
Wednesday, December 3, 10 a.m.
Cost: FREE
Join us for an engaging presentation with Johnathan Beasley, who will take you on a captivating journey through Maryland’s vibrant military history. Discover the key battles, remarkable figures, and the crucial role the State played during various conflicts. Don’t miss this opportunity to deepen your understanding of Maryland’s heritage!
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Basket Weaving
Northern Senior Activity Center
Friday, December 5, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Cost: $30
Pam King will instruct on how to weave a simple, yet elegant, basket. Materials will be provided. All skill levels are welcome. Check the Activity Enrollment Website for project details. Advance registration is required.
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Hand-Painted Wine Glass Candle Workshop
Garvey Senior Activity Center
Monday, December 8, at 5 p.m.
Cost: $25
Professional candlemakers from Vantoria Essentials, LLC, will guide you through the process of hand-painting a wine glass and then transforming your creation into a candle. No experience is necessary, and all materials will be provided. Advanced registration is required.
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Wreath Making with Sunnyside Florals
Garvey Senior Activity Center
Tuesday, December 9, 1:30 p.m.
Cost: $60
Would you like a beautiful handmade wreath for your home or to give to a loved one? Shelley Russell, owner, and lead designer of Sunnyside Florals will be instructing the class. Shelley grows her own flowers and plants locally. Explore the basics of floral wreath design. All supplies provided. Advanced registration is required.
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O’ Christmas Tea
Garvey Senior Activity Center
Wednesday, December 10, 4 p.m.
Cost: $5
Enjoy hot tea and a selection of sweet and savory pastries served on elegant porcelain, all to the sounds of live holiday piano music. You'll also create a charming teapot ornament using 3D-printed parts. Sip, savor, and celebrate in good company!
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Interchangeable Noel: 12 Days of Christmas Sign
Garvey Senior Activity Center
Wednesday, December 10, 5:30 p.m.
Cost: FREE
Create a festive framed Noel sign with a special twist—the “O” is interchangeable! Participants will design twelve different 3D layered pieces, each representing one of the 12 Days of Christmas. The pieces come pre-cut; simply stack, assemble, and attach them to bring your sign to life. All supplies are provided. Advanced registration is required.
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Make a Christmas Ornament with Chris
Loffler Senior Activity Center
Wednesday, December 10, 1:30 – 3:30 p.m.
Cost: $3 (All supplies provided)
Creating a Christmas ornament is a fun and simple craft that allows for endless creativity.
Advance registration is required.
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Holiday Still Life Painting with Chris
Garvey Senior Activity Center
Thursday, December 11, 5 p.m.
Cost: $5
Celebrate the season through art in our Holiday Still Life Painting Workshop! Using acrylic paints on an 8"x 10" canvas, you’ll be guided step by step to create a festive still life featuring the warmth and charm of the holidays. This workshop is perfect for all skill levels - no prior painting experience is needed. All supplies are included, and you’ll take home a unique piece of holiday décor created by you. Advanced registration is required.
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Holiday Gratitude: Chair Dance for Mind-Body Wellness
Garvey Senior Activity Center
Thursday, December 11, 2 p.m.
Cost: $20
A joyful blend of timeless, upbeat music celebrating holiday fun. Enjoy gentle, rhythmic movements that lift your spirits, enhance blood flow, and improve mind-body coordination. Accessible to all, this event begins with a warm-up, rejuvenates your mind, body, and spirit, and ends with a calming cool-down, all with the option of chair assistance in both seated and standing positions. Join Judi and Paty for a revitalizing 90-minute holiday celebration! Dress comfortably festive. Optional: bring holiday treats to share. Advance registration is required.
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A Crabby Christmas Party
Loffler Senior Activity Center
Friday, December 12, 10 a.m. -2 p.m.
Cost: $16 per person
Join us for the annual county-wide Christmas Party with the theme “A Crabby Christmas”! Wear your red and Santa hats, and enjoy a nautical holiday celebration. Enjoy a fully catered meal by Rita B’s featuring baked stuffed chicken, parsley potatoes, seasoned green beans, rolls, and garden salad. Party favors and door prizes included!
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Freestyle Diamond Dot Christmas Ornament
Garvey Senior Activity Center
Monday, December 15, 5:30 p.m.
Cost: FREE
Do you have leftover supplies from your Diamond Dot projects? Don’t let those extra styluses, diamond drills, trays, release paper, or wax tabs go to waste! Bring them to this fun Freestyle class, where you’ll be given an adhesive-ready Joy to the World wooden ornament to decorate using your leftover pieces. Get creative, repurpose your supplies, and leave with a sparkling holiday keepsake! Advanced registration is required.
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12 Days of Christmas Treat Boxes
Loffler Senior Activity Center
Tuesday, December 16, 1:30 -3 :30 p.m.
Cost: FREE (All supplies provided)
Create beautiful 12 Days of Christmas- themed treat boxes for the holidays! Fill with sweets and treats to give to someone special. Finished boxes measure 3”x 3” and 1.25” tall. Advance registration required.
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North Pole Cornhole
Northern Senior Activity Center
Tuesday, December 16, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Cost: $2
Rumor has it that Santa’s favorite pastime is cornhole. Traditionally, in the North Pole, they use snowballs. We’ll use bags first. However, we’re playing by North Pole rules in the final round – all snowballs! Most in the hole wins. Dress in your best holiday gear and get ready for a casual & fun competition. The 1st and 2nd place winners will receive a Christmas-themed prize. Keep in mind that this game requires good dexterity, throwing, and hand-eye coordination. Boards will be closer than regulation rules to accommodate for all skill levels. This event will be held indoors. Advance registration is required. Want to reserve a meal? Leave Penny a message at 301-475-4200, ext. 3105, by Noon the day before. The meal is $7 for those under 60 & by donation otherwise. Lunch fees collected upon arrival. Payable by cash, card, or check.
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Holiday Card Iris Folding
Wednesday, December 17, 1:30 p.m.
Cost: FREE
Create holiday Iris Folding cards to share with your friends or use as a decoration. Iris folding is done by arranging and layering strips of paper in a spiraled pattern that resembles the iris of a camera lens–that's how this craft got its name. Supplies will be provided.
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Freestyle Diamond Painting Christmas Ornament
Loffler Senior Activity Center
Thursday, December 18, 1:30 – 3:30 p.m.
Cost: FREE
Wondering what to do with leftover Diamond Painting supplies? Join Toni’s Freestyle Christmas ornament class! Use your leftover stylus, trays, wax, rhinestones, and resins to decorate a “Joy to the World” wooden ornament with adhesive ready. Some supplies provided. Advance registration required.
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Christmas Carols with the Loffler Sunshine Singers
Loffler Senior Activity Center
Thursday, December 18, 10 a.m.
Cost: FREE
The Loffler Sunshine Singers are performing their favorite Christmas Carols and invite you to join in the festive fun! No registration is needed. Drop-ins welcome! For more information call 301-475-4200, ext. 1658.
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Folk Salad Luncheon
Garvey Senior Activity Center
Friday, December 19
Doors Open: 11:30 a.m.
Lunch Served: 12 p.m.
Performance: 12:30 p.m.
Folk Salad is an eclectic, acoustic band that performs various light pop, oldies, folk, and originals. They've performed at many Southern Maryland locations and events since 2009. Their music will get your feet moving! The cost for lunch is by donation for those ages 60 and above and $7 for those under the age of 60. Advanced registration is required. Please visit www.stmarysmd.gov/aging and click on the “View Sign Up for Activities and Programs” button for this special luncheon.
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Folk Salad Luncheon
Garvey Senior Activity Center
Friday, December 19
Doors Open: 11:30 a.m.
Lunch Served: 12 p.m.
Performance: 12:30 p.m.
Folk Salad is an eclectic, acoustic band that performs various light pop, oldies, folk, and originals. They've performed at many Southern Maryland locations and events since 2009. Their music will get your feet moving! The cost for lunch is by donation for those ages 60 and above and $7 for those under the age of 60. Advanced registration is required. Please visit www.stmarysmd.gov/aging and click on the “View Sign Up for Activities and Programs” button for this special luncheon.