Dunmore Senior Center Starts Walking Club

Posted on March 4, 2020 by The Dunmorean

By Steve Svetovich

Get your walking sneakers or shoes on.

The Dunmore Senior Center begins a walking club this month.

Alison Boga, executive director of the Dunmore Senior Center, 1414 Monroe Ave., Dunmore, said the walkers will start at 9 a.m., but members can walk any time between 9 a.m. and noon and 1 to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday at the Dunmore Senior Center.

With the new walking club, said Boga, the walkers can enjoy the benefits of having a gymnasium right in the Dunmore Senior Center. Nine laps around equals a half mile. Boga said you can walk at your own pace, walk with someone, or walk alone.

Boga said there will be a “Love Your Feet” presentation by Dr. Baldassari Tuesday, March 17, at 11 a.m. It will be followed by a pizza party afterwards. Those interested, can sign up at the front desk or call the Dunmore Senior Center at 570-207-2662 to make reservations.

The Dunmote Senior Center Gardening Group starts back up Tuesday, March 24. Those who wish to be involved in deciding what will be planted this year should attend at 10:30 a.m., said Boga.

The CEO Weinberg Nutrition Program will be held every Wednesday in March, said Boga. Classes begin at 10:30 a.m. and will have a different theme each time. Boga said those wishing to attend should sign up at the front desk or call the Center. There is limited seating, she added.

The Dunmore Senior Center, which has a new look to it, congratulated the Cold Cash Lottery winners who include Sharon McCormick, Sophie Chylak, Mary Vellela, Madilyn Randall, Martha McAndrew and Dorothy Black.

“We congratulate everyone and thank everyone for supporting the Senior Center,” said Boga.

The Dunmore Senior Center, said Boga, is looking for volunteers. Kitchen help is needed daily from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. If interested, please call or stop by at the Center.

“If there is a particular speaker or activity that anyone would like to see offered at the Center,” said Boga, “please let us know.”

There will be a Lenten Fish Dinner Friday, March 27, from 3 to 6 p.m., at the Dunmore Senior Center. Limited tickets are available at a cost of $12. Look for your ticket in the mail in the first week of March, said Boga.

Design Hearing Instruments, Inc., will be conducting a Free Hearing Screening at the Center Friday, March 27, from 10 a.m. to noon.

A representative will be on hand to conduct the hearing evaluations. Residents are encouraged to bring in older hearing instruments for free repair estimates. Questions will be answered regarding insurance and/or pricing. Residents should bring their insurance cards.

A two-part Mock Faberge Egg Decorating class will be held Thursday, March 12 and Thursday, March 19. Those interested, said Boga, can sign up at the front desk or by calling the Center. There is a nominal fee of $5 for both classes, added Boga.

The annual Pasta Dinner at the Center will be held Thursday, April 23. The cost is $10.

The Center will be closed Thursday, April 2, for the Volunteer Recognition Dinner, Friday, April 10, in observance of Good Friday, Thursday, April 23, for the Pasta Dinner and Tuesday, April 28 for Election Day.

The Dunmore Senior Center is changing its lunch schedule from now until July 1.

The Center will be open for its normal activities five days a week, Monday through Friday.

However, beginning this month members will only be served on Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

The change is necessary, said Boga, because of the Center’s success. “We are in danger of exceeding our allotted meals under our County contract,” said Boga. “Therefore, we need to reduce our weekly meal count. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause our particants. We are interested in hearing alternative solutions if this change affects your nutritional needs. “

Carl Yanowski is Site Council President of the Dunmore Senior Center. Carol Angerson is Vice President. Marial Loughney is secretary. Carl Gammaitoni is treasurer. Kay Harris is Sunshine reporter.

Boga reminds everyone to turn their clocks ahead one hour Sunday, March 8.

Artist of the Month: Joyce Davis Harrington

Posted on October 2, 2019 by The Dunmorean

Joyce Harrington is shown with her watercolor painting of a loon, one of her favorite subjects.

Joyce Davis Harrington has been chosen as the October Artist of the Month at the Dunmore Activity Hub.

Mrs. Harrington, who has been painting at the facility for five years, finds herself inspired by birds and ducks, and especially by the New England loon.

She enjoys being involved in a positive environment. Joyce notes that most of the participants are oil painters, and that she among three water colorists.

“Our wonderful artist and dedicated teacher, Jill Swersie, has vast experience,” Mrs. Harrington points out.
She motivates all of her students.”

Joyce also admires Allison Boga, the executive director of the Dunmore Senior Center on Monroe Avenue.

“She is devoted to seniors and always supportive,” she explains.

As for where she finds her subjects, Joyce peruses art books and magazines, as well as Birds & Blooms magazine for her ideas.

“Painting is fun and relaxing,” she says, as far as why she pursues the hobby.

Back for the Season: Farmers Market Voucher Program

Posted on July 3, 2019 by The Dunmorean

famers market

Lackawanna County senior citizens will once again be able to participate in the very popular local farmers market voucher program that has been a staple in our community for a number of years.

Lackawanna County’s Area Agency on Aging, in cooperation with the State Department of Agriculture, will be distributing Farmers Market Nutritional Program vouchers at either senior community centers, public facilities or “POP UP” venues.

Dunmore Senior Center at 1414 Monroe Ave., will distribute vouchers on Wednesday, July 10, from 9 a.m. to noon.

Under the program, each eligible senior can receive up to four $5 vouchers that can be redeemed at participating farmers markets and farm stands for fresh fruit and produce. The program is a win-win for both consumers and farmers. It gives senior citizens access to locally grown produce and directs shoppers to area farmers that they generally may not see on a regular basis.

The County has over 22,000 vouchers available for distribution.

Those who qualify are Lackawanna County residents who will be 60 or older by Dec. 31, 2019 and whose annual income does not exceed $23,107 for a single person, $31,284 for a couple or $39,461 for a three person household. Proof of age in the form of a driver’s license or birth certificate must be provided along with proof of Lackawanna County residency in the form of a utility bill or a driver’s license.

Vouchers will be distributed on a first-come, first-serve basis generally from 9 AM – noon at the centers, unless otherwise indicated. Seniors who are unable to visit a site may appoint a proxy to pick-up a voucher for them. Proxy forms can be obtained at the Area Agency on Aging, local senior centers or online at www.lackawannacounty.org.

Other distribution dates and sites include: Thursday, July 11, The Marketplace At Steamtown, 2 to 7 p.m.; Tuesday, July 16: POP UP Senior Center with Farm Stands at Carbondale City Hall/Memorial Park; Friday, July 19: Taylor Community Center; Monday, July 22: Mid Valley Senior Center, Jessup; Saturday, July 27: South Scranton Farmers Market, Alder Street, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Tuesday, July 30: POP UP Senior Center with Farm Stands at North Pocono Middle School, Moscow.

Any questions on the program should be directed to the Area Agency on Aging at (570) 963-6740.