***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.
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.\
Participate in Children’s Storytime or an Adult Book Club with Adams County Library
Location: Any Adams County Library Location
For an event calendar including story times and book club dates, times and locations please visit http://www.adamslibrary.org (under the event page) or call 717-334-5116. *Record CWC attendance by self-reporting under ‘How to Participate’ on this website.
Participate in an Older Children’s Book Club (3rd – 4th grade); (5th – 6th grade); (7th – 8th grade)
Location: Gettysburg Library (140 Baltimore Street, Gettysburg, PA)
Groups meet once a month and discuss a new book each month.
3rd – 4th grade: meets the 1st Wednesday of the month @ 3:30 p.m.; 5th – 6th grade: meets the 2nd Wednesday of the month @ 3:30 p.m.; 7th and 8th grade: meets the 3rd Wednesday of the month @ 3:15 p.m.
For more information, including monthly book selections and to reserve a spot, please call the Children’s Room at Gettysburg Library at 717-334-5116. *Record CWC attendance by self-reporting under ‘How to Participate’ on this website.
Apples to Oregon
Date: Saturday, October 7, 2017 Time: 10:00 a.m. Location: Gettysburg Library (140 Baltimore Street, Gettysburg, PA)
Join Patty Hegberg and George Matthew as they cook up fun and food in this family program built around the wonderful book Apples to Oregon, by Deborah Hopkinson and Nancy Carpenter. Enjoy this “(Slightly) true narrative of how a brave pioneer father brought apples, peaches, pears, plums, grapes and cherries (and children) across the plains’ as brought to life by “Mr. George” and learn how “Miss Patty” makes her scrumptious apple breakfast bars. For more information visit Adams County Library’s calendar of events at www.adamslibrary.org or call 717-334-5116. *Record CWC attendance by self-reporting under ‘How to Participate’ on this website.
Attend Gettysburg College FREE Social Events or Lectures listed below
French & Francophone Film Festival 2017 (all located at Majestic Theater, 25 Carlisle Street, Gettysburg, PA)
10/8/17 @ 7:30pm: Back to Mom’s; 10/15/17 @ 7:30pm: The Passion of Augustine; 10/22/17 @ 5:30pm: My Life as a Zucchini; 10/29/17 @ 7:30pm: Cell 512
Lecture
10/25/17 from 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 pm: Lincoln Lyceum Lecture – 2017 Gilder Lehrman Lincoln Prize Laureate Douglas R. Egerton (Gburg College Union Building 260)
For more information visit ‘events’ at www.gettysburg.edu. *Record CWC attendance by self-reporting under ‘How to Participate’ on this website.
Project Happiness Film Screening
Date: Tuesday, October 10, 2017 Time: Doors open at 6:30 p.m.; Movie at 7:00 p.m. with panel discussion to follow Location: Majestic Theater (25 Carlisle Street, Gettysburg, PA)
Happiness is a universal quest. But what does it really mean? In this award-winning documentary, youth from three continents interview George Lucas, Richard Gere and neuroscientist Richard Davidson on the nature of lasting happiness. Then, they travel to India for an unforgettable private audience with the XIV Dalai Lama. Through their eyes, gain a new perspective on how to expand happiness and live a meaningful life. Authentic happiness is not only possible – it’s closer than you think. www.projecthappiness.com. For questions email jgastley2@wellspan.org or call 717-337-4137. To reserve your FREE tickets please call the Majestic Box Office at 717-337-8200 or online at www.gettysburgmajestic.org. *Record CWC attendance on attendance sheet at event and/or self-report under ‘How to Participate’ on this website.
Life Long Learning Academy – A Country Called Myanmar
Enriching the lives of seniors by satisfying their intellectual curiosity with lectures on subjects which enlighten and entertain.
Date: Friday, October 13, 2017 Time: 2:00 p.m. Location: Wellness Lounge at SpiriTrust Lutheran ‘The Village at Gettysburg’ (1075 Old Harrisburg Road, Gettysburg, PA)
History and culture of a country formerly known as Burma. Film followed by discussion. For questions call 717-334-6204. Pre-registration is not required. *Record CWC attendance by self-reporting under ‘How to Participate’ on this website.
Attend a Show at Gettysburg College’s Hatter Planetarium
Date(s): October 15 & 19; November 5, 9 ,12 & 16; December 3 & 7 Time: Varies Location: Gettysburg College Hatter Planetarium (Masters Hall 115 Planetarium @ Gettysburg College)
Visit www.gettysburg.edu (search Planetarium events) for a complete listing of all FREE shows and times. *Record CWC attendance by self-reporting under ‘How to Participate’ on this website.
Apple Preservation Class with Bridget Schell (part of World Hunger Week)
Date: Monday, October 16, 2017 Time: 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Location: Adams County Arts Council (125 S. Washington Street, Gettysburg, PA)
Help The Gleaning Project of South Central PA turn gleaned apples into applesauce! We want to preserve the bounty of our county for the winter months to come. Join us at the AC Arts Council to chop and core apples for a delicious local sauce! For questions email jgastley2@wellspan.org or call 717-337-4137. Pre-registration is not required. *Record CWC attendance on attendance sheet at event and/or self-report under ‘How to Participate’ on this website.
Brown Bag Lunch: Federated States of Micronesia
Date: Tuesday, October 17, 2017 Time: 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. Location: YWCA Gettysburg & Adams County (909 Fairfield Road, Gettysburg, PA)
United States Peace Corps worker Brady Rodgers recently returned home from the Federated States of Micronesia. He spent 28 months on the island of Pohnpei, Micronesia as a TESL volunteer doing community development projects. He was also blessed to have met his wife, Newrihna Paul, during this life changing experience. Micronesia has a rich history of legends, culture, clothing and food. Brady and Newrihna will have pictures, crafts and local clothing to share with everyone. Please join us for this lunch and learn about an island paradise few Americans know exists. Pre-registration is not required. Please bring your lunch. *Record CWC attendance by self-reporting under ‘How to Participate’ on this website.
Attend AARP Smart Driver Refresher Course
Date: Wednesday, October 18, 2017 Time: 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Location: Adams County Library (140 Baltimore Street, Gettysburg, PA) Cost: $15 – AARP Member; $20 – Non-Member (checks payable to AARP with course date in memo)
The AARP Smart Driver Course, offered by AARP Driver Safety, is the nation’s largest classroom and online driver safety course and is designed especially for drivers age 50 and older. For this refresher course participants must bring proof of last course attended (insurance or certificate) (must have been within the last three years). Pre-registration is required. Please call 717-334-9296 to register. *Record CWC attendance by self-reporting under ‘How to Participate’ on this website.
3rdthursdaynoon Series – Churchhill’s Favorite Spy
Date: Thursday, October 19, 2017 Time: 12:00 p.m. Location: Adams County Arts Council (125 S. Washington Street, Gettysburg, PA)
Bring lunch and a friend and join Adams County Arts Council for free arts-related program on the 3rd Thursday of the month. Visit the events page at www.adamsarts.org for a full description of this month’s program Churchhill’s Favorite Spy. Pre-registration is not required. *Record CWC attendance on attendance sheet at event and/or self-report under ‘How to Participate’ on this website.
Life Long Learning Academy – Teaching English, Learning Chin
Enriching the lives of seniors by satisfying their intellectual curiosity with lectures on subjects which enlighten and entertain.
Date: Friday, October 27, 2017 Time: 2:00 p.m. Location: Wellness Lounge at SpiriTrust Lutheran ‘The Village at Gettysburg’ (1075 Old Harrisburg Road, Gettysburg, PA)
Illustrated account of 2017 teaching in Chin state, Myanmar, presented by Dr. Janet M. Powers, professor emerita, Gettysburg College. Presentation followed by discussion. For questions call 717-334-6204. Pre-registration is not required. *Record CWC attendance by self-reporting under ‘How to Participate’ on this website.
CONTINUING TO LEARN and LEARNING TO CONTINUE: When a Hobby Becomes a Life-Changing Avocation
Date: Friday, November 3, 2017 (first Friday) Time: 5:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Location: Adams County Arts Council (125 S. Washington Street, Gettysburg, PA)
Within a slideshow of her latest “Birds With A Gettysburg Address,” Bonnie Portzline will speak about CONTINUING TO LEARN and LEARNING TO CONTINUE: When a hobby becomes a life-changing avocation. After Ms. Portzline became physically disabled during her senior year at Gettysburg College, she spent years learning to coexist with the physical, intellectual, and spiritual challenges of chronic pain. In 2000, when a friend began mentoring her in birding, she found renewed motivation and meaning, especially through sharing her photography and experiences, hoping that others may also be inspired to see birds and enjoy nature in more meaningful ways. Ms. Portzline, who serves Fairfield Mennonite Church as church musician and Creation Care liaison, is a member of South Mountain Audubon Society for which she writes the monthly column “Bird’s-Eye View” for “The Gettysburg Times.” For questions email jgastley2@wellspan.org or call 717-337-4137. Pre-registration is not required. *Record CWC attendance on attendance sheet at event and/or self-report under ‘How to Participate’ on this website.
Jazz Ensemble Concert
Date: Friday, November 3, 2017 Time: 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Location: Majestic Theater (25 Carlisle Street, Gettysburg, PA) Cost: $5.00 for adults; FREE for children 18 and under and those with a Gettysburg College ID.
Celebrate Ella Fitzgerald at 100 with the Gettysburg College Jazz Ensemble with special guest vocalist and jazz queen Carmen Bradford! To reserve your tickets please call the Majestic Box Office at 717-337-8200 or online at www.gettysburgmajestic.org. *Record CWC attendance by self-reporting under ‘How to Participate’ on this website.
Food Forum
Date: Wednesday, November 15, 2017 Time: 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Location: HACC – Gettysburg Campus (731 Old Harrisburg Rd, Gettysburg, PA)
Forum attendees will join the Adams County Food Policy Council to envision a future for healthy food access initiatives and policies in Adams County. For questions email jgastley2@wellspan.org or call 717-337-4137. Pre-registration is preferred. Please call 717-337-4137 or email jgastley2@wellspan.org to register. *Record CWC attendance on attendance sheet at event and/or self-report under ‘How to Participate’ on this website.
Attend AARP Smart Driver Refresher Course
Date: Friday, November 17, 2017 Time: 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Location: Adams County Library (140 Baltimore Street, Gettysburg, PA) Cost: $15 – AARP Member; $20 – Non-Member (checks payable to AARP with course date in memo)
The AARP Smart Driver Course, offered by AARP Driver Safety, is the nation’s largest classroom and online driver safety course and is designed especially for drivers age 50 and older. For this refresher course participants must bring proof of last course attended (insurance or certificate) (must have been within the last three years). Pre-registration is required. Please call 717-334-9296 to register. *Record CWC attendance by self-reporting under ‘How to Participate’ on this website.
Brown Bag Lunch: Healing the Mind, Body and Spirit with Dr. Smitha Nair
Date: Tuesday, November 21, 2017 Time: 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. Location: YWCA Gettysburg & Adams County (909 Fairfield Road, Gettysburg, PA)
Join Dr. Smitha Nair of Aura Integrative Medicine in learning about healing the mind, body and spirit. Dr. Nair is a MD specializing in integrative and functional medicine. Pre-registration is not required. Please bring your lunch. *Record CWC attendance by self-reporting under ‘How to Participate’ on this website.
Strawberry Hill Nature Preserve visits Gettysburg Library
Date: Saturday, November 25, 2017 Time: 10:00 a.m. Location: Gettysburg Library (140 Baltimore Street, Gettysburg, PA)
Stay tuned for further details or visit Adams County Library’s calendar of events at www.adamslibrary.org or call 717-334-5116. *Record CWC attendance by self-reporting under ‘How to Participate’ on this website.
Winter Choral Concert
Date: Saturday, December 2, 2017 Time: 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Location: Gettysburg College Christ Chapel (located on the corner of North Washington & Stevens Streets, Gettysburg, PA) Cost: $5.00 for adults; FREE for children 18 and under and those with a Gettysburg College ID. Tickets can only be purchased at the door. *Record CWC attendance by self-reporting under ‘How to Participate’ on this website.
Storytime reading of Polar Express with Beth Rebert
Date: Saturday, December 2, 2017 Time: 4:00 p.m. Location: Gettysburg Library (140 Baltimore Street, Gettysburg, PA)
Stay tuned for further details or visit Adams County Library’s calendar of events at www.adamslibrary.org or call 717-334-5116. *Record CWC attendance by self-reporting under ‘How to Participate’ on this website.
