Seniors: Week of Nov. 20
Brunch & Learn
The Residence at Whitehall, a Sweetbay Senior Living Community, will hold Brunch & Learn at 10 a.m. Nov. 29, at The Whitehall House. Learn more about South Hills newest retirement living community while enjoying a complimentary brunch. RSVP to 412-885-1500 or RSVP@residenceatwhitehall.com.
Chanukah lunch
A grand Chanukah senior’s lunch will be held at noon on Dec. 4, at Chabad of the South Hills, Mt. Lebanon. There will be a holiday program and kosher lunch with hot latkes, along with a presentation by Gallagher Home Health. Suggested donation is $5. Wheelchair accessible. Preregistration is strongly suggested by calling 412-278-2658 or emailing barb@chabadsh.com.
Research study
Are you age 60 or up, overweight or obese, and been told that you may have pre-diabetes? Do you want a structured program to help you lose weight and become more physically active? If so, you may be able to participate in a University of Pittsburgh research study called ‘Sustain-DPP’ to help find out how two long-term weight management programs may impact your type 2 diabetes risk and overall health. The study will last two years. Compensation will be provided. The study will be conducted in senior and community centers in the Pittsburgh area; the South Hills location is the Jewish Community Center on Kane Boulevard. In-person screenings will be conducted mid to late January at the JCC. For more information or to see if you are eligible, call 412-647-7845.
Fitness classes
WROC at Westminster Presbyterian Church, Upper St. Clair, will offer fitness for seniors ages 55 and up. Classes include:
• Arthritis Foundation Exercise, 9:30 to 10:20 a.m. Mondays, through Dec. 17
• Gentle Yoga Morning & Evening Classes, 6 to 7 p.m. Mondays and 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesdays, through Dec. 19
For more information, call Kathy Long at 412-835-6630 ext. 200 or visit wroc.westminster-church.org.
Chair dance class
Senior chair dance classes are offered from 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Mondays at the Peters Township Recreation Center for those ages 60 and older. Cost is $60 for members and $90 for non-members. For information, visit www.peterstownship.com.
Pickleball
The Community & Recreation Center at Boyce Mayview Park, Upper St. Clair, offers beginner pickleball play from 1 to 3:30 p.m. Mondays, and intermediate/advanced pickleball play from 1 to 3:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. To learn more, call 412-221-1099.
TOPS
Enjoy contests and speakers while losing weight for $5 per month with TOPS (Take off Pounds Sensibly) Chapter 475. The group meets from 7 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays at Carnegie Retirement Residence, Railroad Avenue. Weigh-ins at 6 p.m. For more information, call Francis at 412-818-7489.
Theater-minded seniors
Better Than Ever Independents, also known as Sassy Seniors, is a theatrical group that performs vaudeville-type shows at nursing homes, AARP meetings and more. New members age 50 and older are needed. For more information, email jangary2@hotmail.com.
Chair exercises
Chair Exercises for Seniors takes place from 11 a.m. to noon Tuesdays at Scott Township Library. To register, call 412-429-5380.