Center in the Park

For Immediate Release
February 25, 2010

Observe Women's History Month at Center in the Park

Center in the Park (CIP) invites you to join us in celebrating Women's History Month and Promoting Positive Aging at a special event or health promotion activity to be held at Center in the Park in March. Unless otherwise indicated, activities are free of charge but registration may be required and will be held at Center in the Park in historic Vernon Park, 5818 Germantown Avenue, with parking available on the lot at Rittenhouse & McCallum Streets. Contact the Center at 215-848-7722.

March 4 - 1:00pm - Ten Manicured Fingers, Ten Relaxed Toes and Ten Questions Answered for the 2010 Census - For its monthly Pamper Day, the Center staff partners with members of Philadelphia Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority's Social Action Committee to bring you relaxation and pampering with a purpose . . . this is a free event you won't want to miss, call the Program Office at 215-848-7722 to register. The event will be repeated on April 7th.

March 9 - 1:00pm - Women's Stories Retold Through Jazz - Celebrate Women's History Month as Jazz Artist, Cathy Donnelly performs at CIP. There is a modest $5.00 fee for this program.

March 11 - 1:00pm - Women's Gathering - Join Author, JoAnn Hodges, "Expressions of the Heart" for a motivational, fun and inspirational presentation. There is a modest $5.00 fee for this program.

March 16 - 1:00pm - Self Defense Workshop - Learn techniques to increase your safety and self defense skills from an expert. There is a modest $5.00 fee for this workshop.

March 17 - 12:00pm - At the Movies @ CIP - Relax, laugh and enjoy Chris Rock's documentary film "Good Hair." $1.00 admission includes a snack.

Free Health Promotion Events at CIP - Observe Women's History Month by celebrating and taking care of you. CIP offers monthly screenings, discussion groups and other activities focused on healthy living.

March 10 - 1:00pm - Burn Prevention Workshop

March 11 - 9:00am - 2:00pm (Lunch will be served) - Healthy Steps Fall Prevention Workshop - Please call to register, 215-848-7722 - this is a rescheduled date.

March 18 - 1:00pm - Cholesterol and Diet - Learn facts about HDL and LDL cholesterol levels

March 23 - 10-11:30am - Hearing Screenings - The screenings are free - please register in advance by calling Delores Palmer, 215-849-5100.

March 25 - 1:30pm - Vegan vs. Vegetarian Diets

Membership at Center in the Park is open to adults, age 55+ and non-members may attend certain classes, trips and activities, as well. For an appointment with the Center Counselor or membership registrars, call 215-848-7722.

Center in the Park is a community center that promotes positive aging and fosters community connections for older adults in Northwest Philadelphia, whose voices are critical instruments in shaping its activities and direction. CIP is accredited by the National Institute of Senior Centers, a unit of the National Council on Aging as a provider of excellent programs, activities and services for its active membership of more than 5,000 and its 1,000 homebound clients.