Highlights In This Issue:

• Designer Bag Bingo Click here for more info.
• Mike’s Brick Oven hoagie tickets on sale at the front desk.($9 each for a 12″ hoagie – only good in April and May 2026).  Limited certificates still available!
• TRAAC Open House Click here for more info.
• Senior Prom Click here for more info.
• Monthly Night Bingo! Click here for more info.
• New trips for 2027 added to our website and available on the trips walls Click here for more info!

Week of April 19, 2026

CANCELLATIONS & SCHEDULE CHANGES:

GET CREATIVE:

• Cardmaking w/ Kathy–Mon@10a–Art&Craft Room
• Sewing Basics w/ Daryl–Mon@1p–Art&Craft Room
• Art w/ Daryl–Tues@1p–Art&Craft Room-Art of Color Mixing
• Knitting, Crocheting, and More–Tues & Thurs@10a–Art&Craft Room
• Origami w/ Kathy–Fri@10a–Art&Craft Room
• Pottery #2 w/ Artfusion 19464-Fri@1p-3p-Art&Craft Room–only students who pre-registered

GAMES GALORE:

• Bridge Club–Mon@10:15–Game Room
• Chess–Mon@1p–Cafe
• Rummikub–Mon@1p–Cafe
• Games w/ Hill School–Wed @10a–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
• Chair Volleyball-Fri@1p–Track

• Aqua Fitness w/ Joanne @ Y–Mon@10a
• “Dizziness and Vertigo” w/ CORE3PT–Mon @10a–Classroom 1
• Diabetes Cohort w/ Tracey–Mon@1pm–3^rd Floor
• Omelette Tuesday–8a-9:30a–Dining Room–$4=members
• AARP Safe Driver Course–2-day New Student Class–Tue&Wed–10a-2p
• Participants Council Meeting–Tues@1p–3^rd Floor
• Pound Class w/ Kathy–Tues@1:30p–Track
• Spanish Language Learning w/ Evelyn–3rd Floor:
  • 12:30–Advanced Spanish Class
  • 2:30–Intermediate Spanish Class
• TRAAC Hiking Club w/ John is BACK—Thurs meet@10a at Hopewell Furnace Visitors Center for hike at French Creek State Park —
• “Protecting Yourself From Scams and Fraud” w/ Detective Nitka, Pottstown Police Dept–Thurs@10a–Classroom 1
• Advanced Yoga w/ Cassie–Thurs @9:30a-Classroom 2
• Medical Marijuana in PA–Fri@10:30a–Classroom 1
• Book Club Discussion–Fri@1p–Library
• TRAAC History Club–”History of Islam and the Middle East”–Fri@1p–Classroom 1

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.

• 8:00—Billiards & Shuffleboard—Game Rm
• 8:00—Early Bird 50+–Track—Jolene
• 9:00—Senior Hatha Yoga –Classroom 2–Evelyn
• 9:30—50+ Fit (Sponsored by Tower Health – Pottstown Hospital)—Track—-Jolene
• 10:00–Cardmaking w/ Kathy–Art&Craft Room
• 10:00–”Dizziness & Vertigo” w/ CORE3PT–Classroom 1
• 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—Chair Dancing—Track– Joanne G 
• 1:00–Sewing Basics w/ Daryl–Art&Craft Rm
• 1:00–Just Guts All Core–Classroom 2–Mihae
• 1:00—Rummikub—Cafe
• 1:00—Chess Club—Cafe
• 1:00–Diabetes Cohort w/ Tracey–3rd Fl
• 1:30–Sit ‘n’ Fit–Track–Mihae
• 2:30–Chair Yoga—Maryellen–Classroom 2

• 8:00—Billiards—Game Room
• 8:00-9:30–Omelet Tuesday–Dining Room
• 8:30–Small Group Training–Classroom 2–Jolene
• 9:30–Weight Watchers – 3rd Floor
• 9:45–Yoga Stretch & Tone–Classroom 2–Patty
• 10:00–AARP Safe Driving Class for New Students–Classroom 1
• 10:00—Knitting, Crocheting + –Art & Craft Rm
• 10:30–Sit & Fit–Track–Jolene
• 11:00—Golden Zumba– Classroom 2– Joanne
• 12:30–Self Defense–Track–Darrel
• 12:45–Current Events–Library
• 12::45–Chair Dancing–Classroom 2–Joanne
• 1::00—Art w/ Daryl–Art&Craft Room
• 1:00—Shuffleboard – Game Room
• 1:00—Dominoes—Game Room
• 1:30–Tai Chi–Classroom 2–Darrel
• 1:30–Pound Class–Track–Kathy

• *EARTH DAY IS EVERY DAY–free jade plants while supply lasts from our friends at Green Circle Certified *
• 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–AARP Safe Driving Class for New Students–Classroom 1
• 10:00–Technology Class–Library–Janet
• 10:00–Games w/ Hill School–Cafe
• 10:30–Core & Balance–Mihae–Track
• 10:45–Breathwork & Meditation–Classroom 2–Evelyn
• 12:30—Texas Hold ‘Em—Game Room
• 12:30–Advanced Spanish Class–3rd Floor–Evelyn 
• 1:00—Pinochle –Dining Room
• 1:00–Core & Flexibility–Classroom 2–Linda
• 1:30—Line Dancing—Track–Robin
• 2:30–Intermediate Spanish–3rd Floor–Evelyn

• 8:00—Pool & Shuffleboard—Game Room
• 8:45–Boom, Move!–Track–Jolene
• 9:30–Advanced Yoga Series w/ Cassie–Classroom 2
• 10:00–TRAAC Hiking Club meet at Hopewell Furnace Visitors Center 
• 10:00—Knitting, Crocheting and More—Art & Craft  Rm.–Pat
• 10:00–’The TRAAC Singers’–3rd Fl–Jay
• 10:30–“Scam & Fraud Prevention” w/ Detective Nitka, Pottstown Police Dept–Classroom 1
• 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–’As Time Goes By Singers’–3rd Fl. –Arlene
• 1:15—Bingo—Dining Room—Kathy, Maryanne, Carol, Nate, Sue

• 8:00—Pool & Shuffleboard—Game Room 
• 8:00–PiYo–Classroom 2–Jolene
• 9:00—Gentle Floor Yoga —Classroom 2—Maryellen
• 10:00–Drums Alive!–Track–Jolene
• 10:00–Origami w/ Kathy–Art&Craft Room
• 10:30–Medical Marijuana in PA w/ Amanda, Restore–Classroom 1
• 11:00—Youthful Hearts Low Impact Chair—Track–Linda
• 12:30—Texas Hold ‘Em—Game Room
• 1:00–Canasta–Social Service Annex
• 1:00–Chair Volleyball–Track–Jolene
• 1:00–TRAAC History Club–Classroom 1
• 1:00–Book Club–Library
• 1:00–Artfusion 19464 Pottery Class #2–Art&Craft Room

• Mike’s Brick Oven hoagie tickets on sale at the front desk.($9 each for a 12″ hoagie – only good in April and May 2026).  Limited certificates still available!
• FULL – 2026 Diabetes Cohort w/Tracey starts meeting weekly every Mon @1p from Feb 2-May 18, then once a month thereafter
• Medical Marijuana in PA–Q&A w/ Amanda from Restore–April 20@10a–Social Service Annex
• History Club–April 24@1p–Classroom 1–” History of Islam and the Middle East”
• Scam & Fraud Prevention–with Pottstown Police Dept’s Detective Nitka–April 23@10a n Classroom 1
• Planning Ahead: The Importance of End-of-Life Legal Document Preparation “ w/ Dr. Elizabeth Timberlake-Newell, Esq–May 5@1pm–Dining Room Click here for more info.
• Big Brother/ Big Sisters is HERE–Next Dates: April 14; Reverse Day–May 19; May 26–last day @10:45-11:45a–Cafe 288
  • Info Sesson on how to continue w/ BBBS–May 5th @10:30–Classroom 1
• Women’s Center of Montco @ TRAAC:
  • May 14 @10:30–”Understanding Domestic Violence /Elder Abuse/Sr. Bullying”
  • May 15 @1 p–”Healthy Relationships in Later Life”
• Alzheimer Association–Alzheimer’s and Dementia Caregivers Support Group w/ Heidi–monthly on select Weds @10a-11:30a–NEXT DATE: April 15–3rd Floor
• FoxChase Cancer Center–Skin Cancer Awareness–May 11@10:30a Click here for more info.
• Grief & Bereavement Support Group w/ Polly –Third Friday @ 1p–Next Date: May 15
• Dizziness and Vertigo” w/ Core3PT–April 20@10a–Classroom 1 Click here for more info.
• MontCo Voters Van @ TRAAC–May 4 from 11:15-1:30–Assortment of Voters Services for Montgomery County residents!! Click here for more info.
• “Don’t Let A Fall Knock You Off Your Feet w/ Debbie from Montco Office of Aging–May 18 at 10:30a–Classroom 1
• Aqua Fitness
  • NOW!!! w/ Joanne at the YMCA–every Mondays at 10a @ the Y–if interested, preregister on Copilot and stop by the Y to complete their required paperwork and get a tour before class
  • COMING IN JUNE–Aqua Zumba and Aqua Fitness–2 days at Brookside Country Club–Click here for more info.
• TRAAC Book Club–
  • April Book–”Ordinary Grace” by William Kent Krueger
• Safety and Emergency Preparedness Workshops with Good Will Fire Company
  • May 12@1p–” EMS Week” –overview of ambulance services in area, and more!–Classroom Click here for more info.
• GAMES ON:
  • Thursday Bingo @1:15p weekly in Dining Room!
  • Family Feud w/ Russ and Pat –1st Mondays @1p–plus Sundae Monday–$3 Sundaes @12:45-1p in Dining Room–Next Date : May 4
  • Games w/ Hill School Students- Game fun on April 5 & 22; May 6 (last day)
  • Night Ca$h Bingo back APRIL 14- and, every 2nd Tuesday of the month; Doors open @5p; Games begin @6p; Building open for other games too–$2pp for entry
• Volunteer Appreciation 2026 –Coming soon!—Click here for more info.
• More Opportunities to Get Creative:
  • ARTFUSION 19464 @ The TRAAC:
    • FULL!!! NEW CLASS–Artfusion 19464 Creating w/ Flowers–April 15@1-3p
    • FULL!!! NEW CLASS–Artfusion 19464 is back for a 3-session pottery class–MUST ATTEND ALL CLASSES—-April 17, 24 & May 8
  • TRAAC Sit & Stitch Sewing Club–two days monthly on the 2nd and 4th Mondays@9a-noon–BYOP (Bring Your Own Project)
  • Paper Crafting w/ Kathy–Select Mon@10a Cardmaking–April 6 & 20; Origami–Select Fri@10a– April 10 & 24
  • Sewing Basics w/ Daryl–Mondays from 1-3p in Art&Craft Room–bring a pattern or project or come learn the basics
  • Knitting, Crocheting and More–Tues&Thurs@10a–Art&Craft Room
  • Art w/ Daryl–Tues@1p in Art&Craft Room–BYO Project or learn a variety of mediums from oils to figure drawing and more…check topics on FB
• AARP Safe Driver Refresher Courses coming Spring 2026–Must sign up at Front Desk–$20 AARP Members/$25 Non-Members
  • April 21-22 for new student/first-timer 2-day course–FULL–but another one coming August 25&26
  • April 29—Refresher class for past students–FULL!–but another one coming August 18
• Vaccine Clinic w/ Giant Pharmacy–April 28–10a-noon–signup for an appointment at the Front Desk–available vaccines include Shingles, RSV, Covid-19, Tdap, Pneumonia and Flu
• “Playing Possum” Poppycock Puppet Production @TRAAC–May 18@1p–Dining Room Click here for more info.
• Celebrate our 50th Anniversary:
  • TRAAC Open House–June 12–more details coming soon! Invite your friends and family to see what we are all about! Click here for more info.
  • Senior Prom–June 5–5-9p–70s theme, music, dancing, food & drink! Tickets–$25pp Click here for more info.
  • Groovy Gala–Oct 10–more details coming soon; we need sponsors and donations–see Brian for sponsorship details
• The Best Route Farmers Market is back at the TRAAC in June 2026!! Every Wednesday from 1-3p
• Sign up NOW at Front Desk for “Healthy Steps in Motion w/ Tracey from Montco Office of Aging–every Thurs@1p starting June 4-July 23 Click here for more info.
• Red Cross Blood Drive Coming June 26 from 10a-3p at TRAAC–signup opening soon!
• 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.
• Steel River Playhouse Ticket Info Click here for more info.
• Thrivent Donation Info and Thanks!  Click here for more info.

Sneakers, Renew Active & One Pass, Silver & Fit

• 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–PLEASE RECYCLE!!!! We have added recycling bins in the Dining Room and on Track for cans, bottles, and paper. Plus, we still offer the Lions Club 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.  Thanks for helping us make it possible for more people to attend our center! Click here for more info.

TRAAC BIRTHDAY LUNCH–May 20@1p–Birthday celebration w/ guest musical performance by Howard Guarini, who is generously donating his talent to TRAAC. Birthday celebration is an optional $5 lunch donation that helps offset cost of entertainment and other expenses. We welcome sponsorships for birthday cakes, entertainment, or treats for other festivities at TRAAC.

Thanks to our May Birthday cakes sponsor–Monica Wagg!!!

If have investment accounts at Thrivent you can choose to have a donation sent to us! Thrivent clients with membership: Don’t forget to direct 2025 Choice Dollars^® by March 31 at thrivent.com/thriventchoice. Thrivent members directed nearly $2000 to the TRAAC last year.

Alzheimer’s Association at the TRAAC:

• Alzheimer’s Association at the TRAAC–Alzheimer’s Support Group w/ Heidi meets monthly on a Wed from 10a-11:30a–a support for family, caregivers and loved ones caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or dementia– Next Dates:  March 18–3rd Floor

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

Participants Council Represents the voice of TRAAC Members and serves as a liaison between TRAAC members, staff and Board. They serve as role models and ambassadors of TRAAC:

• Diane Pfanders
• Ed Leshinskie
• Pat Burns
• Pat Depiera
• Sally Reidenhour
• Russ Noll
• Becky Rankowski
• Linda Cordenner
• Patti Willis
• Bert Rasmussen
• Ginny Farrington

Next Participants Council Meeting is April 14@1p

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.

LGBTQ Senior Social Group—Wed, May 10 noon @ Sunflower –RSVP by May 11 to Jolene at 610.323.5009; X 107-the group meets monthly on the 2nd Wed of the month. This a social opportunity for LGBTQ friends and allies–all welcome!  Next Date: June 10

Social Hour—Wed., May 13@4:30p Palermo’s 1263 N. Charlotte St, Pottstown 19464 –RSVP on CoPilot! Fun, friends and food–dine out w/ TRAAC friends. Hosted by Tina and Tom Coghlan this month.

• Bring in a “Then” photo that is taken in the 1970s; but do not show it to anyone else
• Bring in a current “NOW” photo or we can take one for you–this photo will be displayed at a later date
• Brian or Hannah can copy and resize photos as necessary
• GUESS WHO??–Initially, we will only be hanging “THEN” photos without disclosing who it is
• Whoever has the most correct guesses will receive a prize
• After the contest, we will post “NOW” photos

SOCIAL SERVICE & REFERRAL RESOURCES @TRAAC–Swing by the Social Services Annex 1st 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…

New Spring & Summer Garden Program w/ Trellis at Walnut Street Garden coming soon!! Looking for a few gardeners for the 2026 extended growing season from March-Oct. See Hannah or Tom for more details.

Rent & Property Tax Rebates —Swing by Representative Joe Ciresi’s office is located in the Social Services Annex on 1st 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.

TRAAC TRAVEL UPDATES–Get your tickets today for 2026 trips w/ fellow TRAAC Travelers (check Trip Walls for more info):

• June 26–Tina Turner tribute at Hunterdon Hills Playhouse – SOLD OUT!!
• Sept 29–Painted Canyons
• Oct 7–New England Rails & Sails
• Nov 18–Caribbean Cruise
• Dec 9–Playhouse Christmas @ Hunterdon Hills Playhouse
• New trips for 2027! Click here for more info!
  • Travelogue w/ Mayflower Travel–May 2@1p
  • Travelogue with Collette Travel–May 27 @1p

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: Prices are $10/cut. See the front desk 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!