Aging Calendar

Join instructor Paty Massón for this new series of

Mondays, July 6 -20 (3 classes)

11 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Cost: $12

slow, mindful movements and breath. Qigong supports concentration, memory, balance, and neuroplasticity with roots in Traditional Chinese Medicine, where Qi (life force) nourishes the brain and nervous system. Seated and standing options available. Advance registration is required

Jul 07 to Aug 03

Reiki & Reflexology

Embroidery Card-Making Class

Cost: $45 per session

Reflexology uses gentle pressure on specific points of the feet, hands, or ears to promote relaxation and support overall well-being. Consumers often report reduced stress, improved circulation, better sleep, and relief from everyday aches and discomfort.

Reiki is a gentle energy-balancing practice that encourages deep relaxation and stress reduction using light or no touch.

Health Notice: Consumers must be able to get in and out of the chair without assistance (or attend with a caregiver). This service is not suitable for those with severe edema, gout, open wounds, or vascular disease affecting the legs or feet. Please arrive with clean feet.

Jul 07 to Aug 04

Tuesdays, July 7 & August 4

1:30 p.m.

Garvey Senior Activity Center

Cost: $5 (supplies included)

Create stunning, frame-worthy cards using a simple stitching technique with embroidery thread and a fine needle on quality cardstock. This is a great opportunity to make personalized cards for the special people in your life. Omega will guide you through the process step by step. Bring scissors, tape, and a needle. Advance registration required.

Jul 07

Understanding Heart Health

Understanding Heart Health: Presented by Medstar Community & Population

Tuesday, July 7, 9:30 a.m.

Participants will learn about common age-related heart conditions and practices for maintaining heart health. Advance registration required.

Jul 07 to Aug 18

Aromatherapy with Sharon

Aromatherapy with Sharon

Join aromatherapist Sharon to create custom aromatherapy blends. Advance registration is required.

Tuesday, July 7, 12:30 p.m.

Tuesday, August 18, 10 a.m.

Cost: $15 per session

Jul 08 to Aug 12

Chris' Craft Corner

Chris' Craft Corner

Wednesday, July 8 & August 12, 1:30 p.m.

Cost: $3 per session

Join Chris to learn how to paint miniatures and terracotta pots. Advance registration required.

Jul 09 to Aug 13

Art with Chris

Art with Chris

Men’s Strength Training Boot Camp

Thursdays, July 9 & August 13

Cost: $5

In these hands-on classes, students will learn to paint with acrylic paints on an 8" x 10" canvas. Step by step, you’ll explore color, shading, and detail to bring your subject to life. No experience is necessary, and all materials will be provided. Advanced registration is required.

Jul 09 to Aug 06

Men’s Strength Training Boot Camp

The Boot Camp series has a clear phase-based program flow with built-in progressions, level options and measurable milestones instead of “one-off” workouts. A certified instructor with Zen Well Studio will work with you on an intentional, confidence-building experience.

Thursdays, July 9 - August 6

11 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Cost: $45

Jul 10 to Jul 24

Pottery Throwing 101

Pottery Throwing 101

Pam King, pottery group leader, will provide instruction on how to use the potter’s wheel to “throw” clay. Create a custom pot or spoon rest to practice your skills. Advance registration required.

Fridays, July 10 & 24

10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Cost: $10

Jul 10

Loffler Appreciation Day

Loffler Appreciation Day & Open House

9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Anna Griffin Cards with Martha

Join us on Friday, July 10, from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the Loffler Senior Activity Center !Come explore all that the Loffler Senior Activity Center has to offer! Meet our friendly staff and instructors, learn more about our activities and programs, and connect with local county agencies. All-ages are welcome.

Jul 10 to Aug 24

Anna Griffin Cards with Martha

Martha will guide you in creating wonderful cards. Advance registration is required.

Fridays, July 10 & August 14

12 - 2 p.m.

Cost: $5

Jul 13

Basket Weaving with Pam - Door Basket

Basket Weaving with Pam - Door Basket

Join Pam King in learning how to hand-weave a colorful door basket. No prior experience is needed. All materials provided. Advance registration required.

Mondays, July 13 & 20

5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Cost: $30

Jul 14

Neurographic Art Class

Neurographic Art Class

Tuesday, July 14, 12:30 p.m.

Participants will learn about neurographic art and leave with a finished piece. Advance registration required.

Jul 14

Watercolor with T.L. Ford

Watercolor with T.L. Ford

Garvey Senior Activity Center

Tuesdays, July 14

1:30 p.m.

Cost: $25 (supplies included)

Would you like to learn how to paint watercolors on a smaller scale? Come join T.L.Ford of Cattail.Nu, LLC as she teaches you the basics of watercolor painting in a relaxing, informal setting. No prior experience or drawing skills are necessary. Advance registration required.

Jul 15

Learn to Play Blackjack

Learn to Play Blackjack

Wednesday, July 15

2 p.m.

Cost: $10

Join us for a fun, beginner-friendly Learn-to-Play Blackjack Workshop led by a professional blackjack dealer. Participants will learn the basics of how blackjack is played, including card values, table rules, and simple strategies, along with helpful casino etiquette. This relaxed, hands-on session is a great opportunity to build confidence and practice gameplay in a supportive environment. Advanced registration is required.

Jul 15 to Aug 26

Iris Folding with Toni

Garvey Senior Activity Center

Wednesday, July 15 at 1:30 p.m.

Wednesday, August 26 at 5:30 p.m.

Cost: Free

Learn the art of iris folding, a paper crafting technique that creates a spiraled design resembling the iris of a camera lens. Supplies will be provided, but participants are welcome to bring their favorite scissors. Advance registration is required.

Jul 15 to Aug 19

Garvey Golden Chapter

Garvey Golden Chapter

Candle and Wax Melt Making Workshop

Wednesday, July 15 & August 19

5:30 p.m.

Cost: Free

Join us for a new evening book discussion club! Feel free to bring dinner to enjoy during the discussion.

Jul 15 to Aug 24

Candle and Wax Melt Making Workshop

Wednesday, July 15 and Monday, August 24

5 p.m.

Cost: $25

Welcome the scents of summer in this hands-on-candles and wax melt workshop. Advance registration required.

Jul 16 to Aug 13

Sound Bath with Ruth

Sound Bath with Ruth

Sound baths can help achieve deep relaxation. Advance registration is required.

Thursdays, July 16 & August 13

6:00 p.m.

Cost: $20

Jul 16 to Aug 20

Movie Night at Garvey

Movie Night at Garvey

Thursdays, July 16 & August 20, 5 p.m.

Cost: Free $3 optional snack pack

Join us as we convert our dining room into a movie theater. Snacks and drinks will be available for purchase, but you are also welcome to bring your own snack and non-alcoholic drink. Advance registration is required.

Jul 17

Folk Salad Luncheon

Folk Salad Luncheon

Cost: Lunch is $7 for those under the age of 60 and by donation for 60+

Friday, July 17, 11:30 a.m.

Folk Salad is an eclectic, acoustic band. Their music will get your feet moving. Advance registration is required.

Jul 17

Grandkids Bingo & Ice Cream Day

Northern Senior Activity Center

Cost: $3 suggested donation

Join us for a fun-filled time as school-aged grandchildren (and older) are invited for a morning of Bingo, laughter, and kid-friendly prizes. Then, enjoy an ice cream treat! Advance registration is required. Want lunch? Call

301-475-4200, ext. 3105, before Noon on July 16.

Jul 22 to Aug 17

Jewelry Making with Patty

Jewelry Making with Patty

Wednesday, July 22 & August 17, 5 p.m.

Cost: $10 (supplies included)

Participants will learn how to create custom beaded jewelry. Advance registration is required.

Jul 23

Drama Speaks Performance

Drama Speaks Performance

Thursday, July 23, 5:30 p.m.

Get ready for an evening of laughter with Drama Speaks our Reader's Theatre Group. Feel free to bring your own food and non-alcoholic drink. Advance registration is required.

Jul 23

Crafty Fun with Penny

Crafty Fun with Penny

Join Penny to create fall cards. Advance registration required.

Thursday, July 23, 12:30 p.m.

Cost: $15

Jul 27 to Aug 31

Aromatherapy with Sharon

Aromatherapy with Sharon

Mondays, July 27 & August 31, 5:30 p.m.

Cost: $15 (supplies included)

Join aromatherapist Sharon to create custom aromatherapy blends. Advance registration required.

Jul 27

Whole Body Bliss: Self-Myofascial Release

Northern Senior Activity Center

Cost: $20

This hands-on workshop from Judi Chaudrue-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. 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.

Jul 28

Sea Glass Art

Sea Glass Art

Create a work of art in this make-and-take session with Jamie. No prior experience is necessary. All materials will be provided. Advance registration is required.

Tuesday, July 28, 5 p.m.

Cost: $25

Jul 28

Understanding and Preventing Identity theft

Understanding and Preventing Identity Theft

Tuesday, July 28, 1 p.m.

Come join the Educational Systems Federal Credit Union to learn how scammers target seniors, common warning sings to watch for, and simple steps to protect personal information. The workshop also covers what to do if something is suspicious or if your personal information is compromised. Advance registration required.

Jul 28 to Aug 11

Make & Take with Jamie

Make & Take with Jamie

August - Picture Series Using Alcohol Ink

Tuesdays, July 28 - August 11 & 18

10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Cost: $25 per session

July- Sea Glass Artwork

Advance registration required.

Jul 29

Seniors Tackle AI

Seniors Tackle AI

Wednesday, July 29, 5 p.m.

This class will introduce participants to Artificial Intelligence, how it works, and its many uses in daily life. Advance registration is required.

Jul 30 to Aug 27

Pitch Card Day

Northern Senior Activity Center

Cost: $10

This is played in a progressive game style. All sign-ups are done in advance online. Must be an experienced pitch card player.

Jul 31 to Aug 28

Bunco

Northern Senior Activity Center

Cost: $5

Let's roll the dice and enjoy a fun afternoon! All sign-ups are done in advance online. Drop-ins will not be accommodated unless we need a substitute to fill a table in or round out a table. If you'd like lunch before the game, please call 301-475-4200, ext. 3105 by noon the day before the game.

Aug 04

Mingo - Music Bingo

Get ready to sing along and test your music memory at Mingo! Trade the numbers for timeless hits as you listen for classic songs & artists from the "Golden Oldies" era. Each player gets 2 game cards. When players hear a song, they recognize, they mark it off and play to win, just like traditional Bingo. Advance registration is required.

Cost: $3 suggested donation

Aug 05 to Aug 26

Dining with Diabetes

Northern Senior Activity Center

This four-week program presented by Dr. Deon Littles, Family & Consumer Sciences Agent from the University of Maryland Extension, is designed for individuals with diabetes or pre-diabetes interested in learning how to manage their condition through nutrition. Each session will cover practical tips and cooking demonstration. Participants must attend all 4 classes. Advance registration is required.

Aug 05

Flower Power Tea Party with Folk Salad

Flower Power Tea Party with Folk Salad

Enjoy a live performance by Folk Salad while sipping tea and sampling treats in a relaxing '60 inspired atmosphere. Advance registration is required.

Wednesday, August 5, 4:30 p.m.

Cost: $5

Aug 06

Freedom Hearing Screenings

Regular hearing screenings are an important step in maintaining your hearing health. Advance registration is required.

Aug 07

Eagles of Historic Sotterly

Eagles of Historic Sotterly

Friday, August 7, 10 a.m.

Join local wildlife photographer, Ken Barlow, for a presentation on the bald eagles. Advance registration is required.

Aug 07

Loffler's Open Mic Day

Loffler's Open Mic Day

Friday, August 7, 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Join us to perform or to simply enjoy a fun afternoon. To learn more, please call 301-475-4200, ext. 1658.

Aug 10

Dancing for Brain Fitness - Classic Rock Anthems

Northern Senior Activity Center

Cost: $20

Join brain fitness instructors Judi Chaudrue-Lyons and Paty Massón for this rock infused brain fitness experience. A blend of iconic anthems, bold movement, and chair assisted choreography will help rewire your brain, amp up your mood, and fire every circuit. Dress comfortably and bring water. Advance registration is required.

Aug 11

Art with Jamie

Art with Jamie

Participants will learn how to create pen-and-ink drawings of mushrooms. Advance registration is required.

Tuesday, August 11

5-7 p.m.

Cost: $25

Aug 12

Beginner Bee Keeping in Southern Maryland

Beginner Bee Keeping in Southern Maryland