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What is the Senior Connection?
The Moon Township Senior Connection offers senior programming to anyone 55+ to residents, and non - residents, of Moon Township. Membership is free with a one time $10.00 purchase of a membership card.
Program and Event Information:
Current program guides and information are available at the Senior Connection (see below for address). The guides are located in the Senior Connection blue information box located accross from the registration desk. Information is also available at moonparks.org.
Registering for Programs and Events:
ALL PAYMENTS ARE DUE AT TIME OF REGISTRATION
In person:
Registrations can be done in person at the front desk of the Senior Connection Tuesday through Thursday from 10:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m.
Phone: Call the Senior Connection front desk at (412) 305-4090.
Online:
The majority of our events and programs are available for online registration and payment. Please click on the "Register Now" button below to register.
Cancellation Policy:
Cancellations made less than 7 days before the event will incur a 25% cancellation fee. Your refund will be made directly to your account. A no show will result in no refund unless otherwise specified.
Center Locations/Hours:
Location: Tapestry Senior Living, 550 Cherrington Parkway, Moon Township, PA 15108.
Date: Monday through Friday
Hours: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Presenting Sponsors:
UPMC for Life and Encompass Health Rehabilition Hospital of Sewickley
Monday
10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Open programming to come and enjoy all that we have to offer! Come to meet new friends or bring someone with you!
10:00 a.m. Balance and Stretch class (MUST BE REGISTERED)
11:00 a.m. Pay Me Card Game
1:30 p.m. Grief Support group meetings (Bi- weekly check center for dates)
Tuesday
*ALL programs listed below require registration to attend*
Speaker Series: All about Bald Eagles sponsored by US Steel
Presented by Don German local expert on Bald eaglesand plant manager from the US Steel Irvin Plant. A local nesting site for these majestic birds
Date: December 6, 2023
Time: 11:00 a.m.
Fee: FREE to Senior Connection Members (Registration Required)
Location: Senior Connection at Tapestry- Ballroom
Registration Deadline: November 29, 2023
Grab Bag Christmas Activity
Bring a $10.00 gift to suit male or female to this fun filled event. Our own Jon Helegda will be the master of ceremonies and host an exciting grab bag game. Enjoy Holiday music, holiday punch, and snacks. This will surely get you in the Christmas spirit.
Date: December 14, 2023
Time: 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Fee: ALL participants are required to bring a $10.00 wrapped unmarked gift
Location: Senior Connection at Tapestry
Registration Deadline: December 7, 2023
Rock and Roll Christmas Party
Dress for Christmas in the 50's and 60's as we enjoy oldies, doo wop, and Motown performed by the talented Pittsburgh Belair's. A scrumptious party style buffet, desserts, and beverages for this annual holiday bash.
Date: December 19, 2023
Time: 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Fee: $22.00
Location: Senior Connection at Tapestry- Ballroom
Registration Deadline: December 5, 2023
Note: Holiday Cheer is Welcome! (BYOB)
Senior Yoga at Tapestry/ 6 weeks or 12 classes
Come prepared to practive yoga postures, breathing exercises and other relaxation techniques while improving your balance, strength, and flexibility.
Date: January 2, 2024
Time: 10:30 a.m. or 12:00 p.m. (Choose class time when registering)
Fee: $45.00
Location: Senior Connection at Tapestry Ballroom
Registration Deadline: December 12, 2023
New Year Pancake Breakfast
Come and enjoy a bountiful pancake breakfast prepared by our very own cooking club. All while bringing in the New Year with friends at the center. Talk about your holidays and share stories from the holiday season.
Date: January 5, 2024
Time: 10:30 a.m.
Fee: $10.00
Location: Senior Connection at Tapestry Ballroom
Registration Deadline: December 29, 2023
Balance and Stretch Class/ 2 Times per week
Professional instruction of balancing techniques and stretching exercises. All moves can be adjusted to individual needs.
Date: January 5, 2024
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Fee: $45.00
Location: Senior Connection at Tapestry Ballroom
Registration Deadline: December 27, 2023
Note: This is a six week coure; No class on 2/19/24 make up date is 2/26/24
Speaker Series: "A Walk Down Memory Lane with Lucy" Performed by Vintage Debbie
Truly entertaining! You will enjoy singing, trivia and overall fun!
Date: January 10, 2024
Time: 11:00 a.m.
Fee: Free to Senior Connection Members (Registration required)
Location: Senior Connection at Tapestry Ballroom
Registration Deadline: January 3, 2024
Team Trivia Challenge
Teams of two will battle it out with trivia questions from various categories. Challenge yourself and enjoy sharing all your valuable knowledge. All in fun, no pressure. Prizes, snacks and refreshments included.
Date: January 18, 2024
Time: 1:30 p.m.
Fee: $5.00 per person
Location: Senior Connection at Tapestry
Registration Deadline: January 11, 2024
"Save a Life" CPR Training
Join us and learn CPR, First Aid, and AED; Training and pizza lunch are provided by Valley Ambulance.
Date: January 18, 2024
Time: 1:30 p.m.
Fee: $5.00
Location: Senior Connection at Tapestry Ballroom
Registration Deadline: January 11, 2024
Potluck Lunch
Enjoy a wide array of delicious food and friendship. Please mark your dish with your name and provide serving utensil. No walk-ins for this event please.
Date: January 25, 2024
Time: 1:00 p.m.
Fee: Free to Senior Connection Members ( Registration Required)
Location: Senior Connection at Tapestry Kitchen
Registration Deadline: January 18, 2024
Note: The start time for 2024 potlucks has moved from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Candy Bar BINGO
Bingo games with sweet prizes; beverages and snacks provided.
Date: January 29, 2024
Time: 1:00 p.m.
Fee: $3.00
Location: Senior Connection at Tapestry Ballroom
Registration Deadline: January 23, 2024
Ground Hog Day Chili Cook Off
Time to show off your chili making culinary talent. For our chefs, Bring your chili hot with a serving utensil. For our tasters, bring your taste buds ready to pick the best chili! Snacks, beverages and cookies will be provided.
Date: February 2, 2024
Time: 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Fee: Tasters: $3.00 Cooks: Free (Limited space for both)
Location: Senior Connection at Tapestry ballroom
Registration Deadline: January 26, 2024
Note: This will be a tasting not bowls of chili
Speaker Series: History of the United States Presidents
Presented by Jeff Andrews who is a retired teacher and local expert on the subject of History.
Date: February 7, 2024
Time: 11:00 a.m.
Fee: FREE to Senior Connection Members (Registration Required)
Location: Senior Connection at Tapestry Ballroom
Registration Deadline: January 31, 2024
Valentine's Date Pizza Party and Dance
Open for all members single, married, dating. Enjoy a delicious pizza lunch, beverages and of course sweets! Lunch will be followed up with dance music provided by Dave Crisci and Sheena B. (A member favorite!)
Date: February 14, 2024
Time: 12:00 p.m.
Fee: $17.00
Location: Senior Connection at Tapestry Ballroom
Registration Deadline: February 6, 2024
Senior Yoga at Tapestry/ 6 weeks or 12 classes
Come prepared to practive yoga postures, breathing exercises and other relaxation techniques while improving your balance, strength, and flexibility.
Date: February 20, 2024
Time: 10:30 a.m. or 12:00 p.m. (Choose class time when registering)
Fee: $45.00
Location: Senior Connection at Tapestry Ballroom
Registration Deadline: January 30, 2024
Potluck Lunch
Enjoy a wide array of delicious food and friendship. Please mark your dish with your name and provide serving utensil. No walk-ins for this event please.
Date: February 22, ,2024
Time: 1:00 p.m.
Fee: Free to Senior Connection Members ( Registration Required)
Location: Senior Connection at Tapestry Kitchen
Registration Deadline: February 15, 2024
Note: The start time for 2024 potlucks has moved from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Scamo BINGO- Hosted by Valerie Gaydos & Pittsburgh District Attorney's Office
Bingo games with a grand prize for whoever gets the most bingo's!
Date: February 29, 2024
Time: 1:30 p.m.
Fee: FREE to Senior Connection Members (Registration Required)
Location: Senior Connection at Tapestry Ballroom
Registration Deadline: February 20, 2024
Senior Connection is always looking to add new activities to our programming. If you have any interests, hobbies, talents, please let us know!
We also offer volunteer opprotunities to help with events, crafts, games, etc. Our goal is to get everyone involved that is looking to add something new to their everyday lives.
With the Senior Connection program in your backyard there is never a reason to be alone or bored! Come join us and have some fun!
Barre (Adults & Teens 15+)
Dates: Wednesday, October 18th-November 29th (No class 11/22)
December 6th- January 10th
January 17th-February 21st
Location: Moon Township Schoolhouse Activity Center (120 Mooncrest Dr.)
Time: 8:30 – 9:30 am
Fee: $45 – Moon Resident $50 Non Moon Resident (Per 6 week session)
This class has a max participation number of 18 people. Please register online. For more information about space availability for drop-ins, please email pilatesbodyj@gmail.com. A total body workout that lifts your seat, tones your thighs, abs, arms, and burns fat. This workout includes elements of ballet, Pilates, and traditional toning exercises. The class starts with standing barre work. The class ends with core work and a series of deep stretches. Bring a mat and a pair of 1-3lb dumbbells. For all fitness levels.
Hip Hop Cardio (Adults & Teens 15+)
Dates: November 2nd-December 28th (8 week session)
January 4th-February 8th (6 week session)
February 22nd-March 28th (6 week session)
Days/Times: Thursdays, 7:00-8:00pm
Location: Moon Township Schoolhouse Activity Center (120 Mooncrest Dr.)
Fee: $45 Resident/ $50 Non-Resident (per 6 week session)
$60 Resident/ $65 Non-Resident (per 8 week session)
Instructor: Amy Humberston
Join Amy for some cardio dance exercise! You can take the moves up to make them harder or modify for any fitness level. Amy will help everyone with fun fitness through dance where everyone can leave feeling like they had a great workout and had fun! Class will include warm up and cool down also.
Pilates (Adults and Teens 15+)
Tuesday Morning Offerings
Dates: October 17th-November 21st
November 28th-January 9th (No class 12/26)
January 16th-February 20th
Time: 8:30-9:30am
Location: Starting Nov. 1st, classes moved to Moon Township Schoolhouse Activity Center (120 Mooncrest Dr.)
Fee: $45 (Resident)/$50 (Non-Resident) per 6 week session
Wednesday Evening Offerings
Dates: October 18th-November 29th (No class 11/22)
December 6th-January 10th
January 17th-February 21st
Time: 7:00pm-8:00pm
Location: Startingn Nov. 1st, classes moved to Moon Township Schoolhouse Activity Center (120 Mooncrest Dr.)
Fee:$37.50 (Resident)/ $42 (Non-Resident) per 5 week session
$45 (Resident)/ $50 (Non-Resident) per 6 week session
The Pilates method of body conditioning is a unique system of stretching/strengthening exercises that work the entire body. Expect to flatten your abs, strengthen your core muscles, increase flexibility, firm buttocks/thighs, and improve your posture. For all fitness levels. Bring a mat, light hand weights (3lbs or less) and water.
Senior Workout Drop-in (Age 55+)
Dates: November 1st-November 29th (No class 11/22)
Time: Wednesdays, 10:00-11:00am
Location: Moon Township Schoolhouse Activity Center (120 Mooncrest Dr.)
Fee: $5/class
Instructor: Linda Francis
This class will help seniors (55+) maintain a fitness level to stay mobile. It is a LOW impact aerobics class that will work on balance and strenghtening, while having fun and meeting new people.
Senior Yoga (Age 55+)
Dates: November 2nd-December 19th
Days/Time: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10am-11am OR 11:30am-12:30pm
Location: Tapestry Senior Living (550 Cherrington Pkwy)
Fee: $45, registration required (Must be Senior Connection Member)
NEW, Strength Fusion (Adults & Teens 15+)
Monday AM Offerings
Dates: December 4th-January 22nd (No class 12/25 & 1/1)
January 29th-March 4th
Location: Moon Township Schoolhouse Activity Center (120 Mooncrest Dr.)
Time: 6:30-7:30AM
Fee: $50 (Resident)/ $55 (Non-Resident)
A dynamic fitness class that blends strength training, cardio bursts, functional movements, and core work. An ideal and effective way to help you achieve your overall fitness goals. Bring light hand weights and water.
Totally Toned (Adults & Teens 15+)
Dates: Mondays, October 30th-December 4th
January 8th-February 12th
February 26th-April 1st
Location: Starting Nov. 1st, classes moved to Moon Township Schoolhouse Activity Center (120 Mooncrest Dr.)
Time: 6:30 – 7:30pm
Fee: $45 – Moon Resident $50 Non Moon Resident (Per 6 week session)
This class has a max participation number of 15 people. Please register online. There are no drop-ins for this class. This class is designed to help tone your entire body including abs, thighs, back, arms, and glutes. It is appropriate for all fitness levels. Bring hand weights and a mat.
Yoga Beginners and Beyond (Adults & Teens 15+)
Wednesday Offerings
Dates: January 10th-January 31st (4-week session)
February 7th-February 28th (4-week session)
Location: Starting Nov. 1st, classes moved to Moon Township Schoolhouse Activity Center (120 Mooncrest Dr.)
Time: 5:30-6:30pm
Fee: $40(Resident)/$45(Non-Resident)-per 4 week session
$50 (Resident)/ $55 (Non-Resident)- per 5 week session
Thursday Offerings
Dates: October 19th-November 9th
January 4th-January 25th (4-week session)
February 1st- February 29th (5-week session)
Location: Starting Nov. 1st, classes moved to the Moon Township Schoolhouse Activity Center (120 Mooncrest Dr.)
Time: 5:30-6:30pm
Fee: $40(Resident)/$45(Non-Resident)-per 4 week session
$50 (Resident)/ $55 (Non-Resident)-per 5 week session
This class has a max participation number of 16 people. Please register online. Drop-ins are welcome ($12 cash or check at the door). If dropping in, please arrive 10 minutes prior to class start time.
Yoga-curious or yoga-nervous? Then this is the class for you...No experience required! Instructor Jen Stratakis E-RYT 500, will lead you through an hour-long class, which includes standing and seated poses, breathwork, and guided relaxation. Modifications are given to accommodate everyone. With regular practice, yoga can improve lung capacity, flexibility, cardiovascular endurance, mental calm, and more. Bring a mat, water bottle, and any other yoga props you may have. Blocks are especially helpful.
Paint n’ Sip: (Ages 21+)
Join us for an unforgettable evening of creativity, relaxation, and fun at our Paint n' Sip class. This class will guide you through the creation of your very own masterpiece. Painting supplies provided. Bring your own beverage (alcoholic or non-alcoholic) & cups. Themes TBA. Must be at least 21 years of age or older to participate.
Instructor: Kristin Teeple
Dates: November 8th (Pet Portrait)
December 5th (Holiday Themed)
January 23rd (Pet Portrait)
February 6th (Valentine's Themed)
Time: 6-7:30 PM
Fee: $45 (Resident)/ $50 (Non-resident)
Location: Robin Hill Center (949 Thorn Run Rd)
To view art samples for upcoming classes: Click Here!
AARP SmartDriver- To Register call 661-330-6182
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