September House Posts Schedule

September House, 1251 W. King St., York, has posted its upcoming schedule of activities. A free lunch is available on weekdays for any York County resident at least 60 years of age. For more information, readers may call 717-848-4417 or email September_House2@yahoo.com.

On Thursday, July 11, scrapbooking will occur from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., and participants will learn how to create mats for their pages. Attendees are asked to bring photos and memorabilia. Paper and other materials will be available at no cost.

Those who like to sing or who enjoy listening to others sing are invited to Karaoke With Penny on Friday, July 12, at 12:30 p.m. No experience or talent is necessary.

The senior center will conclude its annual "Ask the Nurse" health programs presented by nursing students and their instructors from HACC, Central Pennsylvania's Community College with "Back Injuries/Pain Management" on Tuesday, July 16, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Free blood pressure testing will be available at the programs. Reservations are requested but not required, and these programs are open to people of all ages.

The Diabetes Self-Management Program will conclude on Monday, July 15, from 12:30 to 3 p.m. This comprehensive program is also open to caregivers and those who are prediabetic or who have a family history of diabetes. Registration is requested.

Work on the annual Christmas in July crafts will start on Tuesday, July 16, from 9 to 11 a.m. These are small crafts handed out as gifts to homebound clients. All supplies are provided free.

On Thursday, July 18, at 10:30 a.m. will be the monthly activity planning meeting. All ideas are welcome.

On Friday, July 19, a Bible study will continue based on the book "Experiencing God." This group meets on the first and third Fridays of each month, and anyone can join at any time.

Also on July 19, from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m., will be planning for the 2020 cruise. Afterward, from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m., will be continued planning of the 2019 trip to Ocean City, Md.

The amateur (ham) radio group, while still active, is taking a break for the summer. Instruction and activities are not as structured during the summer months. All radio activities are made possible through an equipment grant from the York County Community Foundation's Embracing Aging Grant program.

The Fit N Fun exercise program is offered daily from 10 to 10:30 a.m. On Wednesdays, there are dancing classes, with exercise games on Fridays.

Volunteer drivers are needed to deliver hot meals to homebound seniors three mornings a week (Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays). Training will be provided. This is an unpaid position, but volunteer work may be tax-deductible.

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