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All programs and services can be accessed at the White Plains Recreation & Parks Community Center, 65 Mitchell Place. Metered parking is available on Mitchell Place or in the City Center Parking Garage located on Martine Ave. and Main Street. Hours of operation are Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm. For more information about call, 422-1423.

The Center Café – The center serves a delicious, nutritious Hot Lunch or Cold Lunch daily from 11:30am–noon for a$3.00 suggested contribution. Meal reservations can bemade for a week at a time (24 hour reservation required), call 422-1423.

Transportation & Supportive Services – – Center Bus service is available to and from your home (24hour reservation required). Reservations can also bemade for a week at a time. Bus Schedule: 9am, 10am(dependent on number of riders) 1 & 2:30pm runs. Fee is a $1.00 suggested contribution per one-way service. For reservations call 422-1423. Grocery Shopping is Tuesday (Shop for one hour). Bus pick up is between 9:15 – 10amand will drop you off at Shop Rite and return you to yourhome. Farmer’s Market – Wednesdays - Bus pick up isbetween 9 - 10am and will drop you off at the Market. Thebus will pick you up from the Market between 10:30-11amand return to the Center. For a ride home you must make areservation for the 1pm bus leaving from the Center.

The Center Café, Transportation, and Supportive Services are partially funded through the US Department of Healthand Human Services, the New York State Office for theAging and the Westchester County Department of SeniorPrograms and Services.

Para Transit Services in White Plains – Para-Transitof Westchester County of White Plains utilizes taxi cabcompanies to provide Para Transit services for whosedisabilities prevent them from using standard fixed routebuses. For more information call Para Transit at 995-7272and press 2. Applications can also be picked up at theCommunity Center.Senior Citizens Advisory Committee (The SCAC is a non-partisan and non-sectarian organization not affiliated withthe City of White Plains.) – The purpose of the SCAC is toenrich the lives of senior members of the community throughsupporting programs and activities for older citizens and creating a positive impact in their quality of life. Feel free tospeak with any committee member with suggestions that youmay have: Malcolm Baehr, Mrunal Deo, Diane Bloom, MatthewCoffey, Jean Cortalano, Sue Demarsico, Kathy Ferri, JaneProut, Agnes Scheu, Bari Schulman.

SCAC Thrifty Boutique Shop – Donate your unused items andhelp to support programs through item sales. Boutique is openMon – Fri., 10am – 2:30pm.

60+ Center Program Meeting – An open meeting on upcoming Community Center programs and activities. Yourfeedback and suggestions are welcomed. Check the monthlycalendar for meetings dates and time.

Cafeteria, Transportación y Otros Servicios – – Deliciosoy nutritivo almuerzo diariamente de 11:30 am. a 12 pm.Contribución sugerida: $3.00. Se ofrece transportación deida y vuelta de su casa al Centro. Contribución sugerida:$1.00 cada vía. Horario de buses: 9am, 1pm y 2:30pm. Paraalmuerzo y transportación debe reservar por lo menos con24 horas de anticipación. Llamar al 422-1423. Puede hacerreservaciones para toda la semana. Transportación para iral Supermercado – Shop Rite - Martes (1 hora para hacercompras). El bus le recoge entre 9 y 10am en su casa y le dejaen Shop Rite. El bus le recoge en Shop Rite de vuelta a casa.Mercado al Aire Libre (Farmers Market) Miércoles - (termina enNovembre) El bus le recoge entre 9 y 10am y le deja en CourtStreet. El bus recoge en Court Street entre 10:30 y 11am parallevarle al Centro. Para volver a casa debe hacer reservaciónpara el bus que sale del Centro a la 1pm.

Special AnnouncementThe Community Center is always open during the dayresidents who would like to gather with friends to playBridge, Mah Jong or other board games. If you would liketo reserve a room please contact the Center at 422-1423.

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Aging & Life TransitionsJoin in this open discussion group where you will explore and share experiences related to the process of aging.Day/Time Tuesday, 12:15 – 1pmDate April 7, 21, May 5, 19, June 2, 16, 30 July 14, 28, August 11, 25

Bingo!Day/Time Thursday 12:15 - 1:45pm Fee 50¢ a card, Registration required

Center Café Birthday CelebrationsJoin us with food and live entertainment as we celebrate birthdays. Birthday celebrants will receive a Center Café lunch on the house.Day/Time Wednesdays, 11:30am - 1pm Date April 22 Spring Birthdays (April-June) Aug. 19 Summer Birthdays (July–Sept)Fee $3 (suggested contribution 60+); $5 (guests under 60) Lunch reservations must be made at least 24 hours in advance. Call 422-1423.

Center Café Special EventsJoin us for a delicious theme luncheon with live entertainment. Pre-registration required. Payment will be collected at registration. Friday, May 8 Mother’s Day Celebration, 11:30am – 1:30pm Friday, June 5 Gardella Park BBQ, 11am - 1:30pm Thurs, June 18 Father’s Day Celebration – 11:30am - 1pm Wed, Sept.9 Gardella Park BBQ, 11am - 1:30 pm

Lunch reservations must be made at least 24 hours In advance. Call 422-1423.

Dine Around Club Join us on the last Tuesday of every month for dinner out in White Plains with friends. Restaurants will be determined monthly. Cost and transportation on your own. Please call 422-1423 to inquire about restaurant and to register.

Monthly Movies and Popcorn Join us once a month, on Wednesday afternoon, at 12:30pm, for a movie and warm roasted popcorn. No registration necessary. Movies will be announced. To find out the movie selection call 422-1423.

Grupo Social HispanoÚnase a este grupo social y comparta las similitudes y diferencias de su cultura con otras personas de habla hispana. (Join this social group and share your culture.) Dia/Hora Miércoles, 12:30-2:30pm, Todo el año Day/Time Wednesday, 12:30 - 2:30pm, ongoing Costo Gratis, Registración no es necesaria.Fee Free, No registration required.

Ice Cream SocialCool off from the hot summer days with some music and ice cream. Subsidized by the White Plains Senior Advisory Board.Day/Time Wednesday, August 12, 12:15 - 1:30 pm Fee FREE- Must register before 8/11. Call 422-1423. Transportation provided home for White Plains 60+ residents only.

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Live 2B Fit - Level 3 Class sponsored by Westchester County Department of Senior Programs and Services and the YWCA. Step It Up with exercise! Strengthen your balance, muscle support and build cardiovascular endurance to help you stay fit and active. NOTE: Class Level 3 movements are done in standing position with or without chair support. Day/Time Monday, 10:30–11:30amCourse L120 Begins April 13, 10 Sessions L220 Begins July 6, 6 Sessions Location White Plains Community Center, 65 Mitchell PlaceRegistration Ongoing Advanced registration requiredFee FREE

Medicare MinuteOnce a month, trained volunteers in the Seniors Out Speaking (SOS) share Medicare Minutes on important Medicare topics. Day/Time First Tuesday of the month Noon – 12:30pm Dates April 7, May 5, June 2, July 7, August 4, September 1

Senior Health & Fitness DayParticipate in a day filled with informative health and nutrition related lectures and fitness classes. This event is coordinated by Burke Rehabilitation Hospital, White Plains Hospital and White Plains Recreation & ParksDay/Time Wednesday, May 27, 8:30am-4pm Location Burke Rehabilitation HospitalRegistration Call 422-1331 April 13 to May 18 Advance registration is requiredFee FREETransportation provided to and from home for White Plains 60+ residents only. Bus seating is limited!

Stay Strong and Fit Level 1 Class sponsored by Westchester County Department of Senior Programs and Services and Westchester Community College Mainstream. Maintain your balance, cardiovascular endurance, and strength to support a healthy lifestyle. Note: Class Level 1 movements are done in a sitting position only. Level 1 movement done in a sitting position only. Day/Time Wednesday, 10:30am - 11:30am Course S120 Begins April 29, 16 SessionsFee FREE, Advance registration is required.

Volunteer Recognition Following the Center Café lunch, join us in recognizing our dedicated volunteers. Refreshments will be served.

Day/Time Wednesday, May 13, 12:30 - 1:30 pm Fee FREE, Advance registration is required

Westchester County Center Salute to Seniors 52nd Annual Salute to Seniors Business Expo and Health fair at the Westchester County Center. Join the fun, entertainment, information, health fair and screenings, food and all around important information for anyone living in Westchester County. Day/Time Thursday, April 30, 9:30am-2:30pm Registration Deadline, April 20Fee $4 suggested lunch contribution due at registration.Transportation provided to and from home for White Plains 60+ resi-dents only. Bus seating is limited!

Westchester County Saxon Woods Pool Party Live music, barbecue lunch & swimming! Registration required. Day/Time Monday, June 22, 9am-2pm (Rain date: 6/24) Registration deadline June 12Fee $4 suggested lunch contribution due at registration.Transportation provided to and from home for White Plains 60+ resi-dents only. Bus seating is limited!

Westchester Wii Bowling League - White Plains Team Learn how to do play this fun bowling video game. Day/Time Monday & Thursday, 10–11:30am & 12:30-2:30pm Course B120 Begins April 2Fee FREE, Registration Required

60+Adult Programs(Programs are held at the White Plains Recreation & Parks Community Center)