Pittsfield Township
Senior Center Newsletter
May 2024
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Focus: HOPE
Focus: HOPE now offering FREE monthly food distribution on the second Thursday of every month,11-11:30am, in the Senior Center parking lot. This program is for seniors 60+. For additional information, Focus: HOPE can be reached at 313-494-4600.
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Dementia Friendly Movie - at Emagine Theater in Saline
Tickets for Dementia Friendly Screening events are just $5.00 each. Free snacks. To reserve your tickets email dementiafriendlysaline@gmail.com. Movies are shown on the second Wednesdays of the month.
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Detroit Opera Concert at the Senior Center - FREE
Monday, April 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm
The Mary Thompson Foundation and Detroit Opera Company join forces to proudly present Spring Serenade at the Pittsfield Senior Center on Monday April 29 @ 11 a.m. The performance is a lively and entertaining musical revue featuring selections not only from the world of Grand Opera but also from the great White Way of Broadway. Detroit Opera vocalists Lucia Flowers (soprano) and David Moan (baritone), both ably accompanied by pianist Joseph Jackson, will have you tapping your toes while enjoying a musical stroll down memory lane. A small portion of the repertoire will be dedicated to one of America’s premiere composer/lyricists, Irving Berlin. This performance is brought to you free of charge due to a generous grant from the Mary Thompson Foundation to Detroit Opera. Space is limited - sign up today!
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National Hamburger Day Celebration! - FREE
Tuesday, May 28, 12:00 - 1:30pm
National Hamburger Day Lunch Celebration Sponsored by Visiting Angels!
Join us for a celebration of National Hamburger Day (or just a good excuse to get lunch and enjoy the weather). We'll grill some burgers on the patio and provide some light sides, music and conversation. Must be a current 2024 Pittsfield Senior Center Member. Reason #312 our membership is the best around! Space is limited.
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Free Programs - Registration Required
Click the program name for a link to more detail and online registration.
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Senior Spring Fling! - FREE
Friday, May 17, 12:30 - 3:30pm - Pittsfield Park Pavilion
Join us for our Senior Spring Fling! Attention all current Pittsfield Senior Center Members! Join us for PRIZES, fun, music, a few games and lunch! You don't want to miss this afternoon of socializing!
Theme - Back in the day (1940's & 50's). Prize for best dressed in 50's clothing.
Bring an old favorite BBQ recipe to share. We'll have some popcorn and play a few classic TV shows from Back in the day at 2pm to wrap up the day.
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Refreshments Provided
Additional Empowered Aging workshops can also be found at www.EHMSS.org/events
Snack & Learn: How to Advocate for me While Aging - July 19
Snack & Learn: What to Expect When You Need Care - Aug 16
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Snack & Learn: Making Aging in Place a Reality - FREE
Friday, June 21, 1:00 - 2:00pm
For many older adults, the desire to remain in their own home is a top goal. Crafting a well-thought-out plan can be the key to safeguarding one’s ability to do so. Discover the vast array of home modifications, technology advancements and community resources available that can transform this goal into a tangible reality. Embrace the possibilities and take charge of your future so that you can cherish the place you call home for years to come.
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Thursday, May 2, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Don Hilliard with Heart to Heart Hospice will be presenting Hospice 101. He will explain the benefits and be ready to answer any questions you may have.
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Monday, May 6 - July 1, 10:00am - 12:00pm
A Matter of Balance (MOB) is an 8-week workshop for people who are concerned about falling. This workshop can help you: Learn to prevent and manage falls, make safe changes at home and Improve balance and flexibility.
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Thursday, May 23, 11:00am - 12:30pm
GetConnected: Linking Older Adults with Resources on Medication, Alcohol, and Mental Health presented by CSSW. Topics include:
- Signs/symptoms/risk factors regarding substance and medication misuse & mental health issues
- Sensible drinking limits for older adults
- Brief screening tools for substance abuse, anxiety and depression
- Proper medication storage and disposal
- How to discuss these sensitive topics with loved ones
- National and local resources and research regarding prevention and treatment
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Spotlight - Paid Classes
Click the class name for a link to more detail and online registration.
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Beginning Memoir Writing- $27NR/$25R
Friday, May 3, 12:30 - 2:30pm
Do you have stories and memories to share? Why not try a beginner's workshop on the popular genre of Memoir? We will engage with writing prompts to prime those creative juices, and then focus on key moments from your life. Through the process of selection and revision each writer will highlight the most vital, crucial and meaningful stories. In the last hour, we will share from our writing and collect written pieces into individual mini-albums perfect for sharing with your friends and family.
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Conversational Spanish - Continuing - $63NR/$57R
Fridays, Apr 19 - May 24, 11:15am - 12:15pm
This Spanish class is a continuation of the class that began in September or if you have previous experience. We will continue to focus on learning vocabulary and simple daily phrases in the present tense. Emphasis on conversational Spanish. All students are responsible for bringing their own supplies textbook - "Ven Conmigo" Holt Spanish 1.
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Conversational Spanish - Beginning - $63NR/$57R
Fridays, Apr 19 - May 24, 10:00 - 11:00am
In this Spanish class we will focus on learning vocabulary and simple daily phrases in the present tense. Emphasis on conversational Spanish. All students are responsible for bringing their own supplies and text. Textbook - "Ven Conmigo" Holt Spanish 1.
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Fridays, May 10 - June 28, 12:30 - 1:30pm
Would you like to move across the dance floor with ease and grace? Do you need to spruce up your dance moves for an approaching wedding? Ballroom dancing is fun to learn and great exercise for the body and the mind.
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Tap Dance for Fun and Fitness - $65NR/$60R
Fridays, May 31 - June 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Join professional dancer and seasoned educator Christina Marie Sears in a fun and exciting tap dance class. Participants will learn or review basic tap steps such as heel drops, toe drops, shuffles, digs, flaps, slaps, riffs, and more. We’ll move on into advance beginning combinations like time steps, shuffle changes, maxi forde, and the famous New Yorker. Dance to upbeat music including selections from rock-n-roll, funk, Broadway tunes, jazz and instrumentals specially compose for tap dance. Learn new moves and a special dance composed just for the class.
Equipment: tap shoes and socks, layered clothes for exercising.
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Mondays, May 16 - July 22, 6:00 - 7:00pm
This class is for people who are new to Tai Chi, people who have previous experience and need a refresher course, and people interested in an introduction to Yang Family Style. Students will do Tai Chi movement warm up exercises and work on "First Loop" or about the first twenty movements of the Yang Family Style 108 Long Form.
Most people repeat the beginning class before moving on to the continuing class.
PLEASE NOTE: 5/13 Class start time 5:30pm. All other classes begin at 6pm. Check your registered activities on the app/website for details. No class 5/27.
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Spotlight - Adult / Senior Enrichment
Click the class name for a link to more detail and online registration.
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Book Club - FREE
First Wednesdays, May 1, 10:30 - 11:30am
Being Heumann by Judith Heumann
Bring a dish to share for a potluck after the discussion.
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Create a 3D Landscape using Mixed Media - $35NR/$30R
Tuesday, June 18 & 25th, 10:00 - 11:30am
Start with a blank plank canvas and your imagination. Paint your own landscape and finish with natural sticks & painted rocks to create your own 3D landscape art. Materials included. This class is over two days.
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Living Solo Social Hour - FREE
First Mondays, May - Aug 5, 11:45am - 12:45pm
This time is for our seniors who are living solo and would like to meet up for a social hour. Talk about your interests, hobbies, etc. and get to know others who are also living solo. This is not intended to be a support group or for married individuals.
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Flower Arrangers - $10/class
Thursdays, Apr 4 - Aug 29, 9:30 - 11:00am
$20 for first session, $10 for each additional session. Class requires commitment and communication with lead regarding attendance for flower orders. All new participants must sign up by Tuesday for the Thursday session.
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AARP Ride@50+ Transportation Programming - FREE
Thursday, May 9, 11:00am - 12:00pm
AARP Ride@50+ Transportation Programming in Washtenaw County. Looking to stop driving as much, or even all together? The Ride@50+ Program is an easy-to-use, end-to-end trip planner with local transportation options all in one place. The program can help you find and book transportation providers that will take you to your appointments, work, shopping and more – all without driving! Learn more about the Ride@50+ Program and discover how to help make getting from point A to point B simple, affordable, and efficient.
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Click the class name for a link to more detail and online registration.
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WCC - Foundations of Balanced Walking - FREE (65+)
Tuesdays, May 14 - Jun 25, 1:00 - 2:00pm
Just in time for Spring! Put some spring in your step by learning exercises that will improve your balance and your gait. Feet, knees, hips, back, shoulders, neck, head, breathing...everything plays a role in walking and we'll touch on all of it in this series. . The exercises are based on the Feldenkrais Method and the instructor is a full-time Guild Certified Feldenkrais Practitioner.
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WCC – Drawing & Painting Pets & People - FREE (65+)
Thurdays, May 2 - Jul 11, 1:00 - 3:00pm
This class will focus on Pets & People. This is open to those who wish to draw and/or paint with watercolor, and even play with mixed media. We'll begin with simple items, and as always I'll do demos and share my 'tricks' on making it easier. Mandalas are a fun way to repeat images of what we love. Basic drawings supplies are fine.
Basic watercolor set is fine for those who prefer to paint.
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Tai Chi is a traditional martial art form that is slow moving and low impact. It is considered to be moving meditation. Practicing the form can improve balance, walking speed for older adults and reduce the risk of falls. It can help reduce depression and anxiety. Recent studies have shown, compared to aerobic exercise, Tai Chi can contribute to lower blood pressure and reduction of cognitive decline. | | | |
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WCC – Tai Chi 24 Form w/ Darryl - FREE (65+)
Tuesdays, May 14 - Jul 23, 2:30 - 3:30pm
Yang-Style Tai Chi 24 form is the most popular and widely practiced form of Tai Chi. Its movements are larger, gentle, slow and evenly-paced. Regular practice of Yang-Style Tai Chi improves general health for the practitioner as the exercise keeps the joints flexible and the bones and muscles strong. Improved balance is another benefit of Tai Chi.
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WCC - Tai Chi Beginner Yang Style - FREE (65+)
Mondays, May 13 - Jul 22, 2:45 - 3:45pm
Wednesdays, May 8 - Jul 17, 10:00 - 11:00am
This class is for people who are new to Tai Chi, people who have previous experience and need a refresher course, and people interested in an introduction to Yang Family Style. Students will do Tai Chi movement warm up exercises and work on "First Loop" or about the first twenty movements of the Yang Family Style 108 Long Form.
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WCC - Tai Chi Continuing Yang Style - FREE (65+)
Mondays, May 13 - Jul 22, 1:30 - 2:30pm
This class requires knowledge of the First Loop of the Yang Family Style 108 Long Form. The beginning class or teachers' permission are prerequisites for participation in this class.
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Adult / Senior Dance
Click the class name link for more detail and registration.
Classes with no dates listed are ongoing.
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Click the class name link for more detail and registration.
Classes with no dates listed are ongoing.
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Click the class name link for more detail and registration.
Classes with no dates listed are ongoing.
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WCC Senior Focus
All classes (including WCC) are held in the Senior Center Fitness Room. Free to seniors age 65+
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Thursdays, May 2 - 23, 2-3:30pm
Have you ever wanted to give archery a shot? Here's your chance. This introductory program to archery covers safety and basic shooting skills. All archery equipment is provided, and no prior archery experience is required. Space limited to 12 people per section. Ages 8+
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Pittsfield Senior Center
At a Glance...
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| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | | Fitness Room | Fitness Room | Fitness Room | Fitness Room | Fitness Room | | Rise & Shine
9:00am | Indoor Walking Workouts
8:00am | WCC - Beginning Tai Chi
10:00am
5/8 - 7/17 | Line Dance
Beginner
9:00am | Rise & Shine
9:00am | | A Matter of Balance
10:00am
5/6 - 7/1 | Line Dance
Beginner
9:00am | Line Dance
Improver & Advanced
12:00pm | Line Dance
Improver
10:30am | Tap for Fun Fitness
11am
4/12 - 5/10
5/31 - 6/28 | | WCC - Continuing
Tai Chi
1:30pm
5/13 - 7/22 | Line Dance
Improver
10:30am | Gentle Yoga 2:30pm
4/3 - 5/29 |
| Ballroom Dance
12:30pm
5/10 - 6/28 | | WCC - Beginning Tai Chi
2:45pm
5/13 - 7/22 | WCC - Feldenkrais
1:00pm
5/14 - 6/25 |
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| Line Dance
Fun/Multilevel
2:00pm | |
| WCC - Tai Chi
24 Form
2:30pm
5/14 - 7/23 |
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| Line Dance - Friday Nights!
4:00pm
Fourth Fridays | | Tai Chi - Beginner
6:00pm
5/13 - 7/22 |
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| Cardio Drumming
5:30pm
3/28 - 5/16 |
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| | Community Area | Community Area | Community Area | Community Area | Community Area | | Creative Writers
10:00am | Mahjong
10:00am | Watercolor & Painting
10:00am | Computer Help with Jack Spence
9am, 10am, 11am
45 min session | Crafting Crew
10:00am
Center Library | | Living Solo Social Hour
5/6, 6/3
Conf Rm
11:45am |
| Book Club
4/3, 5/8, 6/5
10:30am | Flower Arrangers
9:30am
| Conversational
Spanish - Cont.
10:00am
4/19 - 5/24 | | Bridge
12:30pm | Euchre
1:00pm | Bingo
1:00pm |
| Conversational
Spanish - Beg.
11:15am
4/19 - 5/24 | | Mahjong Mondays
1:00pm |
| Investment Workshops
4/17, 5/15, 6/26
3:30pm | WCC - Drawing & Painting
5/2 - 7/11
1:00 - 3:00pm | Bridge
12:30pm | |
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| Men's Group
2:00pm | PSI Freebie Friday 6/7 & 9/6 12pm
PSI Potluck
12pm Last Fridays | | |
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Dow Gardens
June 11, 2024
9:00am - 5:00pm
$95NR/$90R
We’ll travel on a luxury charter bus to Dow Gardens in Midland. We'll have an hour long walking guided tour of the grounds. Dow Gardens boasts 3 miles of ADA accessible hard-surfaced pathways within the Gardens & Forest, 110 acres, 22,000 bulbs and 35,000 annuals.
You can also experience Dow Gardens in a new way with an Audio Tour! Dial in or listen online to access informative narration about various key locations within the gardens. Explore at your own pace and gain insights into the Canopy Walk, the Children's Garden, the historic Dow family home, and more. Guests of all ages and abilities can be immersed in the forest on the nation's longest canopy walk, 1,400 feet long, soaring up to 40 feet above the ground or 1.5 miles of hard-surface pathways within the forest.
We'll provide a light sack lunch for you to enjoy upon arrival to the gardens. Some grab and go snacks are also available for purchase at the Whiting Forest Café.
The trip is in cooperation with Saline Senior Center and will be a stop on our route. It is about a 2-hour bus ride, but we will watch a movie or two while we travel. Min 30/Max 54.
Registration Deadline: May 20
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Toledo Mud Hens
June 26, 2024
Bus Departs 10:00am
First Pitch 12:05pm
$69NR/$64R
Join us on a luxury motorcoach to Ohio! Catch a lasting memory when you join in on the fun of Senior Days with the 'World Famous' Toledo Mud Hens! Price includes transportation, the game, and lunch at Fifth Third Field! Lunch includes a hot dog, chips, and a soft drink.
Bus departs at 10:00am - returns 4:30pm (times subject to change)
The trip is in cooperation with Saline Senior Center and will be a stop on our route.
Registration Deadline: June 3
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Michigan Princess Riverboat Cruise & Horrocks Farm Market
July 17, 2024
$114NR/$109R
Take a luxury motorcoach to Lansing where we'll board the Michigan Princess Riverboat for some summer fun on the Grand River cruisin'. We'll board the boat in Lansing at noon, enjoy a buffet lunch including ribs, chicken, mac and cheese, and more, as well as live music for your dancing and listening pleasure.
After our boat trip, we'll stop by Horrocks large indoor farm market loaded with flowers, vegetables, plants, cheeses, meats, drinks, and more!
Bus departs at 10:00am - returns 6:00pm (times subject to change)
The trip is in cooperation with Saline Senior Center and will be a stop on our route.
Registration Deadline: June 21 - Trip Filling Up FAST!
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Additional Day Trips in the works...
more information and registration coming soon.
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Detroit Tigers - September 12th
We are planning a trip to watch the Tigers on September 12th for a 1:10pm game against the Rockies. If you are interested (serious interest only), please let us know so we can finalize the trip plans. Tigers tickets are non-refundable so we will only finalize the trip if we have enough interest. Pricing would include the motorcoach and game ticket and cost approximately $79 each.
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A Christmas Carol at Meadowbrook - Dec 2024
Grab some friends or family and make a day of it! We'll be taking a luxury motorcoach to see the show at Meadowbrook then stopping by Great Lakes Crossing for a little shopping before returning to the center.
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Footloose at Meadowbrook - Jan 2025
We'll take a luxury motorcoach to see the critically acclaimed show, Footloose at the Meadowbrook Theater in Rochester, with a stop at Alfocinnos for lunch.
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Pittsfield Senior Center vs PSI Travel Group Membership
Understanding the difference...
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Pittsfield Township Senior Center Membership
Pittsfield Senior Center is within the Parks & Recreation Dept of Pittsfield
Township and is primarily funded by Pittsfield Township taxpayer dollars.
The Senior Center offers:
- Dance classes
- Fitness classes
- Enrichment classes/activities
- Day Trips
- Special Events
- Workshops
- Coffee
- Wifi
- Games
Senior Center Annual Membership:
- $5/R (for residents) or
- $10/NR (for non-residents)
Payments for Pittsfield Township activities, classes or day trips can be made with cash, check or credit card.
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PSI Travel Group Membership
Pittsfield Seniors Inc (PSI) Travel Group is a non-profit organization that was created to facilitate extended travel trips. They also host other events like Freebie Fridays, holiday party, casino trips and potlucks. Pittsfield Township provides the space for these activities to occur.
PSI Travel Group Membership is $5/year (regardless of residency).
This is a separate membership in
addition to the Pittsfield Senior Center Membership. If you plan to participate in PSI activities or extended trips, please sign up for this membership in addition to your Senior Center membership.
All payments to PSI must be made by check, payable to PSI.
Questions regarding PSI policies or trips can be directed to the contact
information on the flyer for the trip.
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PSI Travel Group News
A volunteer-based membership that provides casino trips, extended trips and social gatherings.
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PSI FREEBIE FRIDAYS are back in 2024!
Come join PSI Travel Group for Freebie Fridays! Bring your gently used items and leave with
items new to you, here at the center! Hot dogs will be provided, a $2 donation would be appreciated.
Also, bring your favorite dish to pass (for 8+) to have with your hot dog.
Sponsored by the PSI Travel Group.
Due to declining participation, 2024 Freebie Fridays are now
QUARTERLY from 12 - 2pm. Scheduled dates - June 7 and Sept 6.
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The PSI Travel Group potlucks unless otherwise noted are:
Last Fridays at noon - 4/26, 5/31, 6/28, 7/26, 8/30, 9/27, 10/25
$2 suggested donation - No entree provided - Bring a dish to pass for 8+ people
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Garden of the Gods, Royal Gorge & Colorado Springs - Sept 21 - 29, 2024
$1,235pp Double, $1,685 Single, $1,220pp Triple
Deposit $75 - Last day to register July 1
8 Nights - 14 Meals | Final payment due July 7, 2024
Motorcoach transportation. Optional insurance not included.
This tour includes:
8 nights lodging including 4 consecutive nights in scenic Colorado
14 meals: 8 breakfasts and 6 dinners. Tour of the Garden of the Gods, Visit the Royal Gorge, Including Bridge and Arial Tram, Visit Historic Manitou Springs at the foot of famous Pikes Peak, Guided Tour of Colorado Springs, Visit the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic museum
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Washington DC - A Capital Christmas
December 12-16, 2024
$1,899pp Double, $2,769 Single, $1,699pp Triple
Deposit $150 per person - Last day to register Sept 30.
3 Nights Downtown Washington DC, 1 Night Cambridge, OH
4 Breakfasts - 3 Dinners | Final payment due October 12, 2024
Motorcoach transportation. Insurance not included. Cancellation protection $150 per person due with deposit.
This tour includes: 3 nights in downtown Washington DC and 1 night Cambridge, OH.
Tour of Dickens Victorian Village, 1881 Courthouse Light Show, Dinner with Queen Victoria, Monuments & Memorial Night Tour, Tour of Washington DC, Washington National Cathedral, "A Christmas Carol" @ Ford's Theatre, Christmas @ Mount Vernon, NSO Pops Holiday Concert @ Kennedy Center.
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To register for PSI Motorcoach trips, mail or bring your check to the center. Extended trips are payable by check only to PSI. Each trip has a deadline date when the balance is due, last day to register and last date to cancel for a refund, unless your spot can be filled. Must have your 2024 PSI Membership card.
***PSI Travel Group (Pittsfield Seniors Inc.) A volunteer based membership group, not run by Pittsfield Township, that provides casino trips, extended trips and social gatherings.
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