***Please- note: Events highlighted in Red qualify for prizes as part of the current CWC Dimension!***
Ongoing, Monday-Friday: Low-Impact Senior Exercise, 9:30-10:30 am at the Fairfield Senior Center in the Fairfield Fire Hall, 106 Steelman St. Free. No pre-registration required. Sponsored by the Adams County Office of Aging. Info: (717) 334-9296.
Ongoing, Tuesdays & Thursdays: Low-Impact Senior Exercise, 10:30-11 am at the East Berlin Senior Center in the East Berlin Area Community Center, 4th St. & North Ave. Free. No pre-registration required, but donations requested. Sponsored by the Adams County Office of Aging. Info: (717) 334-9296.
Ongoing, Tuesdays & Thursdays: Low-Impact Senior Exercise, 9:30-10 am at the York Springs Senior Center in the Lions’ Club, Main St. Free. No pre-registration required, but donations requested. Sponsored by the Adams County Office of Aging. Info: (717) 334-9296.
Ongoing, first & third Wednesdays: Community Drum Circle, 6:30-7:30 pm at Waldo’s, 17 Lincoln Square, Gettysburg. Everyone welcome, drums and percussion to share. No pre-registration required. Info here.
Ongoing, Saturdays: Informal evening worship service and dinner at St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, 665 St. John’s Rd., Littlestown. Worship at 5:30 pm followed by free dinner. A time for families, singles, the troubled, joyful, lonely, and thankful to come together as a community to grow our faith and share a meal together. Information: 717-359-4825.
Ongoing, Thursdays (2pm – 6pm) and Saturdays (8am – 1pm): Adams County Farmer’s Market now located at Gettysburg Transit Center (103 Carlisle Street, Gettysburg). Enjoy a vibrant farmers market which assists consumers in obtaining fresh, nutritious food while strengthening the bond between agriculture and the community. Click here for more info http://www.acfarmersmarkets.org.
Anytime July through September 30, 2017 (Physical Dimension period): Participate in G-Burg Rockz PA, which is a new and fun community building activity. Paint rocks to “hide” around Gettysburg, Adams County, PA or even other counties and states to spread joy and brighten people’s day. Also, search for ricks hidden by other participants and hide again or keep! For more information and a list of rules visit G-Burg Rockz PA’s Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/groups/gburgrockzpa/. Registration is not required.
August 12 from 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Horticulture Therapy: Floral Arranging and Design (located at Adams County Arts Center, 125 S. Washington St., Gettysburg): Using oasis and locally grown flowers, you’ll create a beautifully unique centerpiece to take home and enjoy. Learn about upcycling container options, design techniques and principles while elevating your mood and self-esteem. Cost: $30 ($26 Adams County Arts Council Members). Speaker: Sue McDowell, HTC. Registration is required; please call (717) 334-5006 or visit adamsarts.org.
August 14 & 16: Healthy Steps for Older Adults: A program to prevent falls at York Alliance Church, 501 Rathon Rd., York. 9 am-12 pm. Healthy Steps is a new program to prevent falls and promote health and wellness. Have fun and learn about Healthy Steps you can take to prevent falls. Participants will receive a colorful 68-page fall prevention guide and a free highlight, courtesy of the American Trauma Society. Registration required; call (717) 851-2569.
August 15 @ 6 p.m.: HABPI Bike Ride (location starting at the parking lot of the Gettysburg Area School District Middle School (behind Mr.G’s Ice Cream Store): Two moderate-paced ride options (13 – 15 mph), leaving at 6 p.m. from the parking lot of the Middle School, behind Mr. G’s Ice Cream store. Riders will head out of Gettysburg and ride either a 20-mile route or 10-mile route with an optional opt-out at 7- miles (depending on rider’s choice) over quiet country roads. An optional ice cream stop at the end of the ride is planned (participants are responsible for paying for their own ice cream). For questions email jgastley2@wellspan.org or call 717-337-4137. Registration is not required.
September 4 @ 8 a.m. (registration begins at 7:30 a.m.) Physical Fitness Task Force’s Labor Day Free 5K (located at Wyndham Gettysburg Hotel (Gateway Campus): Join Healthy Adams County’s Physical Fitness Task Force at the FREE 5K. Runners and walkers welcome! For questions email jgastley2@wellspan.org or call 717-337-4137. Pre-registration is not required.
Tuesdays, September 5 through 26 from 5 to 6 p.m.: Hatha Flow Yoga (located at Adams County Arts Center, 125 S. Washington St., Gettysburg): The focus will be on body, breath and mind connection with an emphasis on gentle stretching, flexibility, balance and strength. Good for all levels; your instructor will individualize and adjust each session as needed. Speaker: Brenda Inasalaco. Registration is required; please call (717) 334-5006 or visit adamsarts.org.
Tuesdays, September 5, 19, October 3, 17 from 6 to 8 p.m.: Write from the Heart: A Workshop for Cancer Patients & Caregivers (located at Adams County Arts Center, 125 S. Washington St., Gettysburg): The word is out: creative writing from the heart supports cancer recovery. This uplifting, be who you are, four-session workshop awakens the creative spirit, gently, without intimidation. Taught in an atmosphere of warmth, whimsy and trust, it is a safe haven for experienced and first time writers alike, especially those who long to write more freely by overcoming perfectionism and self-doubt. Discover how writing without fear has the power to console, illuminate and heal us. Speaker: Melissa Greene, therapeutic writing coach and teacher. Registration is required; please call (800) 840-5905.
Tuesdays, September 5 through October 24 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.: T’ai Chi Chih® – A Moving Meditation (located at Adams County Arts Center, 125 S. Washington St., Gettysburg): Nineteen easy to learn movements and one posture. There are no special physical abilities required and standing or seated movements are done slowly and gently. It will bring balance and serenity to those who practice regularly. All Levels welcome. Cost: $90 ($80 Adams County Arts Council Members). Speaker: Margery Erickson. Registration is required; please call (717) 334-5006 or visit adamsarts.org.
Wednesdays, September 6 – September 27: Physical Fitness Task Force’s Fall Walking Party Series Walks (month of September only for CWC credit): Time: registration for walk is anytime between 5:00 pm to 6:15 pm (walk as soon as your done registering). Location: Various locations – call 717-337-4137 or email jgastley2@wellspan.org for list of locations and for questions. Pre-registration is not required.
September 12 from 6 to 8 p.m.: Introduction to Bullet Journaling (located at Adams County Art Center, 125 S. Washington St., Gettysburg): Do you love the idea of journaling but have a hard time finding the time to write and organize your thoughts? Bullet journaling is the perfect solution. Bullets are ideas, thoughts and tasks organized into lists. We will create several basic artistic layouts to personalize the start of your journal. Cost: $36 ($32 Adams County Arts Council Members). Speaker: Karen Hendericks. Registration is required; please call (717) 334-5006 or visit adamsarts.org.
September 14 from 10 to 11:30 a.m.: Horticulture Therapy: Make a Terrarium (located at Adams County Arts Center, 125 S. Washington St., Gettysburg): Create a terrarium using a container of choice and succulents. Learn about plant care, design techniques and principles while reducing your stress. Take home and enjoy. Cost: $35 ($31 Adams County Arts Council Members). Speaker, Sue McDowell, HTC. Registration is required; please call (717) 334-5006 or visit adamsarts.org.
September 17 @ 1 p.m.: Physical Fitness Task Force’s Walk at the Adams County Heritage Festival (located at Gettysburg Area Recreation Park (545 Long Lane, Gettysburg, PA)): Join the Physical Fitness Task Force in a walk during the 26th Annual Adams County Heritage Festival (12 – 5 pm), which is the celebration of ethnic music, food and crafts that reflects the multicultural atmosphere of Adams County. For questions email jgastley2@wellspan.org or call 717-337-4137. Pre-registration is not required.
September 19 from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm: Belly Dancing with Paula Chaplin (located at Adams County Arts Council (125 S. Washington Street, Gettysburg, PA)) For questions email jgastley2@wellspan.org or call 717-337-4137. Pre-registration is not required.
September 20: Run/Walk for Peace (included on the Fall Walking Party Series List) Times: 5:45 pm (free t-shirts for first 100 particpants); 6:00 pm (walkers); 6:30 pm (runners) (located at Appalachian Brewing Company (70 Presidential Circle, Gettysburg, PA)). Free 5k (can be ran or walked) organized by YWCA Gettysburg and Adams County, Healthy Adams County’s Physical Fitness Task Force and Gettysburg Beer Runners celebrating an evening of solidarity by bringing the community together on the eve of the International Day of Peace. Pre-registration is not required.
September 23 @ 9 a.m.: Tennis Clinic with Nell Matthews (located at Gettysburg Swim & Tennis LLC (former Gettysburg Country Club) (730 Chambersburg Road, Gettysburg, PA)): Singles, doubles or against a backboard on your own, tennis is a great activity that can keep you in shape whether you are age 5 or 95. It keeps your cardiovascular system in top shape even as you age. Plus, you can’t beat a strategic mental game that lets you enjoy the fresh air of the outdoors. For questions email jgastley2@wellspan.org or call 717-337-4137. Pre-registration is not required.
September 29 from 11 am to 2 pm: Health Literacy Fair (located at Gettysburg Area Recreational Park (545 Long Lane, Gettysburg)): Come learn about useful tips to help you navigate your own health care. Listen to a short presentation on taking charge of your own health care and then spend time talking to and learning from local health professionals about topics such as navigating health insurance options, advanced care planning, specific health topics, and different types of care. For questions email jgastley2@wellspan.org or call 717-337-4137. Pre-registration is not required.
