Senior Citizen Center - Mabel Kay Hospitality House

Phone: 856-354-8789

Dory Mann, Director Senior Programs

Calendar of Events

Thursday, May 1 & Friday, May 2 10AM – 3:00 PM-- AARP DRIVER SAFETY WORKSHOP will be held at MKH. This classrooms refresher course is especially designed for over 50 Adults (you must register).  A fee of $10.00 is charged and lunch is available for a minimal fee. 
To register call: Ed Poynton at (856) 428-6547

Wed. May 7 – 10 AM at the Lutheran Church Red Kimono Day honoring Senior Citizens. To reserve call (856) 354 8789

Friday, May 9th at 12:30PM, join us for an interesting “Brain and Memory presented by Claire DiVito. Refreshments will be served.

Saturday, June 14th at 2:00PM-- ”Start of Summer Picnic” held at the rear of the Mabel Kay House, on Grilled hot dogs, grilled hamburgers, baked beans, potato Salad, Slaw, cold drinks, cake, coffee. Enjoy a day with friends. Reserve a space, call (856) 354 8789. Leave your name and phone number and show up for a fun day.

Ages 50+ - Senior Citizens Classes offered at Mabel Kay in Haddonfield

Starting Thursday, May 15 and Friday, May 16, computer classes for Haddonfield senior citizens will be conducted at the Mabel Kay House on Walnut Street next to the Acme.  Each course will run for six weeks and will cost $95.  Participants must be 50 or over and Haddonfield area residents.

“Computer 101” will be offered on Thursdays, (beginning May 15) from 10am to 12n. This beginner course will introduce basic computer terminology, functions, and simple word processing.  Students do not need to own a computer to attend this class. You  will be showing changes/additions for Office 2007 also.

“COMPUTER 103” will be taught on Thursday , (beginning May 15), from 1:00 – 3:00 pm.  This course is for someone who has completed our Computer 102 or is familiar with Windows and word processing. You will learn how to organize and manage our computer files and folders, use keyboard shortcuts and toolbars, and create mailings labels. In addition, You will work with Clip Art and Word Art to enhance our documents.

“Internet 301” will be taught on Fridays,(beginning May 16) from 10:00  to 12:00am.  This course will introduce how to surf the Internet, send E-mail, and use search engines.  Students need familiarity with Windows and word processing.

“Digital Camera and Photo Editing” will be offered on Fridays, (beginning May 16)  from 1:00 – 3:00 pm. This fun hands-on course will introduce you to the world of digital imaging and editing. First 3 weeks will include using your digital camera, scanning, and advanced printing features.  Week 4, 5, 6, will have you editing using Adobe Photoshop Elements®. This course will help you make the most of your digital photo’s. Please bring your camera along with your manual.

  To register, call Computer Generations at 609-261-0246. A registration form will be mailed to you with the instructions to send your check for $95 (payable to Borough of Haddonfield) to: Borough of Haddonfield, 242 Kings Hwy East, Haddonfield, NJ 08033. .Registrations are due no later than May 2, 2008. Include your name, address, telephone number, course name, and time of class. These computer courses are very popular so don’t delay in signing up!

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MKH SENIOR CENTER, 24 WALNUT STREET, HADDONFIELD IS A DROP OFF FOR THE SENIOR FOOD SHELF. YOU MAY DROP OFF FOOD MONDAY THRU FRIDAY, 9:00AM TO 4:00PM. WE ESPECIALY NEED CANNED FOOD, DRY CEREALS, PEANUT BUTTER, JAMS, NON PERISHABLES. THIS FOOD GOES DIRECTLY TO VERY NEEDY SENIORS IN THE CAMDEN COUNTY AREA.

TUESDAYS AT 2:00PM JUDY CHRISTOPHER WILL CONDUCT LITE AEROBICS FOR SENIORS – UPPER LEVEL OF THE MKH.
MONDAYS,1:30 LINCOLN COMMONS COMMUNITY ROOM, BOOT CAMP FOR SENIOR CITIZENS BY DAVID
THURSDAYS,1:30 – LINCOLN COMMONS COMMUNITY ROOM, CHAIR TAI CHI PLUS BY DAVID

--Art workshop is every Thursday 9-12 and 1-4.
--Computer Club is the third Wednesday of each month at 10AM.
--Computer Classes are Thursdays and Fridays.
--Bridge and Card games are enjoyed the 1st, 3rd and 5th Tuesday of each month at 1:00.
--Bingo is the 2nd and 4th Tuesday at 2:00
--Lite Aerobics are Tuesday at 2:00 , upper level of the MKH .
--Senior boot camp is Monday at 1:30 at the Lincoln Common Community Room
--On Thursday take part in Chair Tai-Chi Plus at the Lincoln Common Community room at 1:30
--Also at Lincoln Common enjoy Line Dancing each Wednesday at 1:30-3:00

The first Friday of the month at 12:30-3:00 we get together for Remember When and a snack.

The second Friday is usually Lunch and Conversation At 12:30-3:00.

Of course we have our no sign in book exchange with over 800 books which runs all year Monday thru Friday, 9AM – 4PM.

MKH is also the official food drop off for the Senior Food Shelf which serves needy seniors in Camden County.

For information on all programs, call Dory Mann at 856 354 8789

No-Sign-In Book Exchange

The Mabel Kay Hospitality House Senior Center would like to give a big thank you to PJ WHELIHANS restaurant group, especially to CHRIS WEBB, for “giving” in a big way to our senior citizens.

On Saturday, March 15 th , Chris Webb delivered to the Tatem School , cooked to perfection Corned Beef, Cabbage, Potatoes, Vegetables, Rolls, and butter to be served to our seniors who attended our annual Saint Patty Day Dinner.

This was a Dream Come True. It was the best dinner ever and much appreciated by our seniors.  They all had a wonderful time Celebrating the holiday and enjoyed a terrific meal.

THANK YOU SUCH MUCH…

Sincerely,
Dory Mann,
Director Senior Services

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