Program Calendar

December 4, 2025

Highlights In This Issue:

Week of November 30, 2025           

Contact the TRAAC at (610) 323-5009

CANCELLATIONS & SCHEDULE CHANGES:

  • POUND Class is FREE thru end of 2025– Every Tuesday at 1:30p on Track!
  • Aqua Fitness Class @Y–Mon@10a thru Dec 29
  • Stamp Club Holiday Party – Dec 1 – Contact Jack Ertell for more info
  • Starting Dec 1–Just Guts/All Core with Mihae starts at 1p instead of 12:45p
  • Dec 4–No As Time Goes By Singers Practice at TRAAC
  • Dec 23–No Pound Class
  • Diabetes Education w/ Pottstown Hospital is permanently CANCELLED!!
  • Holiday Schedule  changes for weeks of 12/ 22-1/2 will be out soon 
  • TRAAC Closed–Dec 25 & 26; Jan 1
  • Early Closure at 2p–Dec 24; and week of  Dec 29-Jan 2
GET CREATIVE:
  • Card -Making w/ Kathy–Mon@10a–Art&Craft Room
  • Painting w/ Artfusion 19464 makeup class–Tues@1p–Dining Room
  • Knitting, Crocheting, and More–Tues & Thurs@10a–Art&Craft Room
  • Art w/ Daryl–Tues@1p–Art&Craft Room

GAMES GALORE:

  • Bridge Club–Mon@10:15–Game room
  • Family Feud–Mon@1p–Dining Room
  • Chess–Mon@1p–Cafe
  • Rummikub–Mon@1p–Cafe
  • Games w/ Hill School–Tues @10–Cafe
  • Texas Hold ‘Em–Wed &Fri @12:30p–Gameroom
  • Pinochle –Wed @1p–Dining Room
  • Dominoes—Tues & Thurs—1p—Game Room
  • Bingo–Thurs@1:15p–Dining Room
  • Mahjong–Thurs@1p–Art&Craft Room
  • Canasta–Fri@1p–Dining Room
OTHER TRAAC FUN:
  • Bridge Club–Mon@10:15–Game room
  • Family Feud–Mon@1p–Dining Room
  • Chess–Mon@1p–Cafe
  • Rummikub–Mon@1p–Cafe
  • Games w/ Hill School–Tues @10–Cafe
  • Texas Hold ‘Em–Wed &Fri @12:30p–Gameroom
  • Pinochle –Wed @1p–Dining Room
  • Dominoes—Tues & Thurs—1p—Game Room
  • Bingo–Thurs@1:15p–Dining Room
  • Mahjong–Thurs@1p–Art&Craft Room
  • Canasta–Fri@1p–Dining Room

All Activities this week:

Please note our lunch registration policy/procedure: We have moved to a 2-day ahead preregistration policy. For example, pre-register by Mon. at 4p for Wed. All cancellations will be filled until noon; we will do our best to accommodate all guests to offer a meal The above applies to the monthly Birthday lunch, as well. We encourage a $5 optional donation that can be paid at lunch like a regular lunch donation. Please consider making this donation as funds collected that day offset the expense of the entertainment and birthday cakes.

Preregistration helps ensure your spot and assists with planning!
Pre-registration assists with unexpected cancellations, giving us the ability to contact you via phone, email, or text.  We encourage you to try new programs and activities. There is no charge to try a class/program or lunch to see if you like it. It is a requirement that you check-in at the front desk or on the second floor, when you arrive. Your patience is greatly appreciated.  Thank you! To ensure your safety, please wear proper footwear and attire when attending all fitness classes!

Activity & Class Payment: For all fee-based classes, you may purchase an activity card at the front desk, and it will be initialed when you come in OR pay per class at the front desk. Just mention which class it’s for! The price for select classes is $2. We have several free programs as well as the Silver Sneakers, Renew Active, and Silver & Fit programs for eligible members.

Monday:
  • 8:00—Billiards & Shuffleboard—Game Room
  • 8:00—Early Bird 50+–Track—Jolene
  • 9:00—Senior Hatha Yoga –Classroom 2–Evelyn–Maryellen
  • 9:30—50+ Fit (Sponsored by Tower Health – Pottstown Hospital)—Track—-Jolene
  • 10:00–Card-Making w/ Kathy–Art&Craft Room
  • 10:00–Aqua Fitness@YMCA–Joanne
  • 10:15–Bridge Club–Game Room
  • 10:30—Reflective Moments—Library
  • 10:45—Youthful Hearts–Track–Linda
  • 12:45–Sundae Monday–Kitchen
  • 12:45—Chair Dancing—Track– Joanne G 
  • 12:45–1:00–Just Guts All Core–Classroom 2–Mihae
  • 1:00–Family Feud–Dining Room
  • 1:00—Rummikub—Cafe
  • 1:00—Chess Club—Cafe
  • 1:30–Sit ‘n’ Fit–Track–Mihae
  • 2:30–Chair Yoga—Maryellen–Classroom 2
Tuesday:
  • 8:00—Billiards—Game Room
  • 8:00-9:30–Omelet Tuesday–Dining Room
  • 8:30–Small Group Training–Classroom 2–Jolene
  • 8:30—Strength&Balance–Evansburg UMC–Joanne
  • 9:30—Sit ‘n Fit—Evansburg UMC  – Joanne 
  • 9:30–Weight Watchers – 3rd Floor
  • 9:45–Yoga Stretch & Tone–Classroom 2–Patty
  • 10:00—Knitting, Crocheting + –Art & Craft Rm
  • 10:30–Sit & Fit–Track–Jolene
  • 10:45—Big Brothers/ Bis Sisters–Cafe
  • 11:00—Golden Zumba– Classroom 2– Joanne G
  • 12:30–Self Defense–Track–Darrel
  • 12:45–Current Events–Library
  • 12::45–Chair Dancing–Classroom 2–Joanne
  • 1:00–ArtFusion Painting Class Make-Up Date w/ Charity–Dining Room
  • 1::00—Art w/ Daryl–Art&Craft Room
  • 1:00—Shuffleboard – Game Room
  • 1:00—Dominoes—Game Room
  • 1:30–Silver Aid Society – Greenfield Senior Living
  • 1:30–Tai Chi–Classroom 2–Darrel
  • 1:30–Pound Class–Track–Kathy
Wednesday:
  • Haircuts & Massage by appt only!
  • 8:00—Pool & Shuffleboard—Game Room 
  • 8:00–Early Bird 50+ Fit—Track—Jolene
  • 9:30–50+–Track–Jolene
  • 10:00–Games w/ Hill School–Cafe
  • 10:00–Technology Class–Library–Janet
  • 10:30–Core & Balance–Mihae–Track
  • 10:45–Breathwork & Meditation–Classroom 2–Evelyn
  • 12:30—Texas Hold ‘Em—Game Room
  • 12:30–Advanced/Intermediate Spanish Class–3rd Floor–Evelyn 
  • 1:00—Pinochle –Dining Room
  • 1:00–Core & Flexibility–Classroom 2–Linda
  • 1:15—Line Dancing—Track—Robin
  • 2:30–Beginner/Intermediate Spanish–3rd Floor–Evelyn
Thursday 
Participants Council Election Candidates Due Date
  • 8:00—Pool & Shuffleboard—Game Room
  • 8:45–Boom, Move!–Track–Jolene
  • 10:00—Knitting, Crocheting and More—Art & Craft  Rm.–Pat
  • 10:00–’The TRAAC Singers’–3rd Fl–Jay
  • 10:30–Sit and Fit–Track–Jolene
  • 11:00—Golden Zumba—Classroom 2—Joanne G
  • 11:00—Dominoes—Game Room
  • 1:00—Mahjong—Art & Craft Room—Linda  R
  • 1:00–Breathwork, Meditation & Chanting w/ Cassie–Classroom 2
  • 1:15—Bingo—Dining Room—Kathy, Maryanne, Carol, Nate, Sue
Friday
  • 8:00—Pool & Shuffleboard—Game Room 
  • 8:00–PiYo–Classroom 2–Jolene
  • 8:30—Strength & Balance—Evansburg UMC Collegeville—Joanne
  • 9:00—Gentle Floor Yoga —Classroom 2—Maryellen
  • 9:30—Sit ‘n’ Fit—Evansburg UMC Collegeville—Joanne
  • 10:00–Drums Alive!–Track–Jolene
  • 11:00—Youthful Hearts Low Impact Chair—Track–Linda
  • 12:30—Texas Hold ‘Em—Game Room
  • 1:00–Canasta–Dining Room
  • 1:00–Holiday Dance Spectacular–Track
  • 2:00–Silver Aid Society–Southeastern Veterans Center
COMING SOON…LOTS OF FUN AND LEARNING… 
  • Red Cross Blood Drive coming to the TRAAC on December 23 from 10a-3p in Classroom 2
  • Participants Council Elections–Accepting new candidates Now-Dec 4–submit short bio and pic to Hannah  Click here for more info.
    • Election–Dec 8-18
    • Newly elected Participant Council Members announced at Lunch Dec 19
  • Big Brother/ Big Sisters is BACK–Next Dates:  Dec 2 & 16 @10:45-11:45a–Cafe 288–If you are interested in serving as a “Big” please see Hannah or email Shayla at sschafhauser@independencebigs.org
  • Medical Marijuana Info Session w/ Restore–Dec 10@10a–Classroom 1  Click here for more info.
  • Fun & Games @TRAAC:
    • Thursday Bingo @1:15p weekly!
    • Family Feud w/ Russ and Pat –plus Sundae Monday with free sundaes thanks to the Dave Herner Memorial Ice Cream Fund–1st Monday of the month@12:45-1p in Dining Room–Next Date: Nov 3
    • Games w/ Hill School Students- Game fun with on Dec 3, 10, & 17@10a-11a Click here for more info. 
  • TRAAC Holiday Dinner–Dec 6@3p–$40pp for buffet dinner, 2 drink tics, and entertainment–Purchase tics today at Front Desk
  • Celebrate our Veterans–Veterans’ Dinner hosted by State Representative Joe Ciresi at the TRAAC–Dec. 9@5p–Call to pre-register at: 484-200-8265
  • Holiday Tea & Talk w/ Audrey–Dec 18@10:15–limited seating–pre-registration starts 11/18 Click here for more info.
  • Holiday Dance Spectacular–Dec 5@1p–Showcase of TRAAC dance classes and moves along with holiday snacks and cheers
  • Core3PT presents about “Matter of Bladder Health” –Dec 15@10–Classroom 1
  • Alzheimer Association–Alzheimer’s and Dementia Caregivers Support Group w/ Heidi–monthly on select Weds @10a-11:30a–NEXT DATE: Dec 17
  • Movie Matinee–Dec 8@1p on 3rd floor–movie TBA
  • Holiday Craft Sale w/ the Knitting Crocheting & More Group–Dec 10 & 11–Dining Room Hallway Click here for more info.
  • The TRAAC Singers Holiday Sing-Along w/ Aaron–Dec 12@11:30a–Dining Room
  • TRAAC Book Club–Dec 19@1p in Library–Dec Book– “A Redbird Christmas”
  • History Club–Dec 19@1p on 3rd Floor–”History of Holiday Songs and Traditions” Click here for more info.
  • Grief & Bereavement Support Group w/ Polly –Third Friday at 1p–Next Date: Dec 19
  • More Opportunities to Get Creative :
    • Artfusion 19464 is back for more ART Classes w/ instructor, Charity–limited spots so must pre-register:
      • Monthly Painting Classes—12/17–1p-3p–Arts&Craft Room
      • 4-week Intensive Painting Class coming fall 2026–makeup date 12/2@1p in Dining Room
    • TRAAC Sewists–Open Sewing–Dec 8th @ 9a in Art&Craft Room–PLEASE NOTE: In 2026–Sit & Stitch will replace the TRAAC Sewists with two days monthly on the 2nd and 4th Mondays for sewing, quilting, needlepoint, counted cross stitch, embroidery, crewel or any other type of handwork then this group may be for you! Bring your own project, no matter the size, and work at your leisure while chatting, sharing and learning with Sit & Stitch enthusiasts. This is a great way to pursue your interests, learn new “tricks of the trade” and most importantly meet and develop friendships with other “like minded” people.
    • Paper Crafting w/ Kathy–Select Mon@10a Cardmaking;–Dec 1&15; Select Fri@10a Origami–next date Dec 12
    • Art w/ Daryl–Tues@1p in Art&Craft Room
  • Medicare Resources:
    • Call PA MEDI’s helpline for free, unbiased guidance at 1-800-783-7067
  • FUN FRIDAYS–Game Afternoons on the Track.  Click here for more info.
  • Stamp Club–Meetings first Monday of the month@1PM Click here for more info.

Off-site TRAAC Programs– 3871 Germantown Pike, Collegeville, PA 19426 
Evansburg United Methodist Church in Collegeville is hosting the TRAAC on Tuesday and Friday mornings for fitness programs. Joanne teaches a Strength & Balance class at 8:30 and a Sit ‘n Fit class at 9:30 on Tuesday. On Friday, Strength & Balance at 8:30 and Sit ‘n Fit is at 9:30. **Please note that the 4th Tuesday and Friday of the month, Sit ’n’ Fit’ will be replaced with Chair * On the 1st Monday of the month at 1PM is the Evansburg Bereavement Support Group and on the 3rd Monday of the month at 1PM is the Evansburg Caregiver Support Group.

Sneakers, Renew Active & One Pass, Silver & Fit
Several of the Medicare, Medicare Supplement & Medicaid providers have new partnerships with fitness programs. Check to see if you can get your classes for free at the TRAAC!  We are partners with Silver Sneakers & Renew Active/One Pass & Silver&Fit programs.  The groups below are just a few that have this available.  Bring in your card or number and we can enter you…
  • United Healthcare Medicare Advantage     
  • Humana
  • AARP Medicare Supplement    
  • Keystone 65
  • Independence Blue Cross     
  • Aetna
Litter Patrol Green Team will meet every 2nd Wednesday at 10a–Stop by and assist our dedicated Green Team as they clean up the TRAAC property and care for the TRAAC Garden. Thanks to all the Volunteers who keep our property green and clean! The TRAAC Garden is back so talk to talk to Tom Wojton about helping to care for it–he needs help with weekend watering!

Recycle Bins at the TRAAC–We have added recycling bins in the Dining Rooms for cans, bottles, and paper. Plus, we still offer the partnership with the Lions Club who hosts a bin in the Lobby for Plastic Bags, Plastic Wrap, Bubble Wrap, Plastic Shipping Envelopes and More…Learn more at https://nextrex.com.

TRAAC’s Parking Pals Program– To reduce parking lot congestion, we are encouraging you to carpool with friends and neighbors. Post and check the corkboard in the dining room to find fellow carpoolers to offer or share a ride with you.  Each day you carpool with a friend or neighbor, just check-in on Co-pilot as a Parking Pal. Checking-in on Co-pilot will generate an entry to win a gift card. Drawing will be at lunch, the last Friday of each month! Thanks for helping us make it possible for more people to attend our center! Click here for more info. 

  • June 2025 Winner: Linda DeSanto 
  • July 2025 Winner: Kathy Kepner
  • August 2025 Winner: Carol Ruyak
  • September 2025 Winner: Mary Mack
  • October 2025 Winner: Ben Beneditto

TRAAC BIRTHDAY LUNCH–December 17@11:30-1p–Birthday celebration features musical performers, the ‘Dueling Pianos”! And don’t forget to wear your ugly holiday sweater! Birthday celebration is an optional $5 lunch donation that helps offset cost of entertainment. We welcome sponsorships for birthday cakes, entertainment, or treats for other festivities at TRAAC. Thanks to our generous December birthday celebration sponsors –Shout out to both an anonymous donor and Mr. John Carsner, in loving memory of his beloved wife who relished the Holiday season!  WANTED:  2026 cake and entertainment sponsorships!  Click here for more info.

TRAAC Bridge Club–Players wanted!! Most Mondays starting at 10:15a & after lunch in the Game Room. Trying to form Tuesday morning games from 9:15-11:45a. Please let Hannah know if you’re interested and she will put you in touch with John, the Bridge Club leader.

The Game Room is open mornings for pool and other games, so grab some friends and start gaming!!

Blood Pressure Checks with Pat B.–Swing by the Cafe @ 11a-11:45a on the 2nd & 4th Tuesdays of each month for free blood pressure checks offered by Pat. Click here for more info.

Social Hour–Social Hour takes a break for the winter months but will host a Pop-Up event on Feb 19–more details coming soon!

LGBTQ Senior Social Group—Wed, Dec 10th @ Sunflower Cafe—RSVP by Dec 8th–the group meets monthly on the 2nd Wed of the month. This a social opportunity for LGBTQ friends and allies–all welcome!  Must RSVP to Jolene at 610.323.5009; X 107

SOCIAL SERVICE & REFERRAL RESOURCES @TRAAC–Swing by the 2nd floor and ask Polly about valuable social services that are offered through our community partners or right here at the TRAAC. Polly is the point-person for PA-Medi appointments offered at TRAAC to help seniors make decisions about Medicare Click here for more info. Polly is available to assist in the application process for income-eligible programs like SNAP, Medicaid, LIHEAP, and the monthly Senior SHARE food box. If you are facing challenges or have a pressing question or need, come by to see if we can assist with some solutions, offer referrals services, and direct you to services, agencies and programs that might be of assistance. We also offer a host of educational programs that address particular challenges on a regular basis.  Info about free will prep tool available online in partnership with National Council on Aging Click here for more info.

Hydroponic Grow Towers Coming at the TRAAC Cafe — Come learn about hydroponic gardening from our friends at Trellis from Tomorrow. Two grow towers have been installed in the Cafe and will produce herbs and microgreens for use in TRAAC Kitchen. Trellis’ staff will come monthly to maintain the towers and provide information. Check for upcoming dates…

MOBILE FARMERS MARKET@TRAAC–Every Wed from 1-3p in the lot across the street thru November! Continues thru Nov 2025. The Best Route brings fresh, local food right to you. Grab some healthy, seasonal fruits, veggies, and local goods. All major forms of payment accepted, including SNAP/EBT and FMNP checks, so everyone can shop with ease…Come check it out and see how good local food can be!

Rent & Property Tax Rebates —Swing by Representative Joe Ciresi’s office located on the 3rd floor of the TRAAC –Monday and Wednesday from 9:30a-2p or call their office at 484-200-8265 for more details and/or assistance. Rep. Ciresi’s office hours may vary and is not affiliated with the TRAAC. Learn more about the new property tax rebate and, if eligible, Rep. Ciresi’s staff will assist you to apply for additional tax credits.

VOLUNTEERS WANTED–Assist with various tasks including CoPilot check-in assistance, tours, newsletters/mailers, Bingo Nights, special events, programs/activities, Silver Aid Society (SAS – Click here for more details about SAS), and more–see Polly or call 610-323-5009 x105 for more details. We can always use extra kitchen volunteers. See Karin for details on kitchen needs.  

WANTED–Participants Council Member Candidates for Election–To be added to the ballot, submit a short, paragraph-long bio and photo to Hannah by Dec 4th.

  • Function of Council–meets monthly on 2nd Tues at 1p with Brian, Hannah and fellow Council Members to…
    • Represent the voice of fellow TRAAC members
    • Act as a liaison between TRAAC Staff, Board, and members
    • Support the TRAAC’s mission
  • Election runs Dec 8-18
  • Elected Members announced on Dec 19 and service begins Jan 2026

TRAAC TRAVEL UPDATES–Schedule trips…

  • December 11, 2025–”Holiday Inn” at the Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre –FULL!!
  • 2026 trips Planned (check Trip Walls for more info)!!!
    • Feb 26–Little Shop of Horrors@Dutch Apple
    • April 13–Costa Rica
    • April 16–Some Enchanted Evening @Hunterdon Hills Playhouse
    • May 19–Splendors of Spain
    • June 26–Tina Turner tribute at Hunterdon Hills Playhouse
    • Sept 29–Painted Canyons
    • Oct 3–New England Rails & Sails
    • Nov 18–Caribbean Cruise
    • Dec 9–Playhouse Christmas @ Hunterdon Hills Playhouse

Klein Transportation will be planning some day trips especially for TRAAC members. Travel arrangements must be made directly with Klein either by phone at (800) 451-6700 or online at https://www.kleintransportation.com/tricounty for:

  • Feb 15, 2026–John Mueller’s 50’s Dance Party @American Music Theatre in Lancaster–$120pp
  • May 15, 2026–Spirit of Philadelphia Lunch Buffet–$125pp

Questions or concerns?? Multi-day domestic or international trips are handled by Polly at (610)323-5009 x 105 or polly@tricountyaac.org. For TRAAC-organized day trips, contact Hannah at (610)323-5009 x 102 or hannah@tricountyaac.org. NOTE: Refunds cannot be made for last minute cancellations unless we can find a replacement or it is a medical emergency.

Massage w/ Mihae at the TRAAC–Two Wed/month by appt. Chair Massage is known to have multiple benefits.  By appointment only on the 2nd & 4th Wed–book at the front desk. Each 15-minute appointment will include a brief check-in and massage. Arrive 5 minutes early.  $15 for 15 minutes–Payable to Mihae at time of massage.

Haircuts at the TRAAC–Are you in need of a haircut but don’t have the time to get out? We have a solution! Natalie is a PA-licensed beautician who provides haircuts to both men and women 3 Weds/month. Timeslots for haircut appointments are 10:00a-1:45p. Your hair needs to be clean, dry and free of any creams, gels, or sprays. Haircuts only! PLEASE NOTE: 2025 prices are $10/cut. See the front desk for spring dates and to make your appointment. 

Redner’s Receipts

Please continue to send in your Redner’s receipts!  This is an easy fundraiser for us, and for you.  If you are a Redner’s Rewards member, just send us your entire receipt, including the bottom section with the rewards information.  We turn the receipts in and receive a portion back as a donation.  Drop them at our front desk, or mail them to us at: TRAAC, 288 Moser Rd, Ste. 1, Pottstown, PA  19464.  Thank you!

Becoming a TRAAC Notes Sponsor is a great opportunity to expand your business’ reach!  For sponsorship levels and advertising benefits, please contact Brian Parkes, Executive Director, at brian@tricountyaac.org. Our TRAAC Notes reach over 2000 people per week. Your sponsorship goes a long way in supporting our programs and mission at the TRAAC.

TRAAC Notes Disclaimer

We do our best to include all activities and avoid grammar errors and misspellings. But mistakes still occur, so please be patient with us and feel free to let Hannah know if anything should be corrected for future issues of the TRAAC Notes. Thanks!