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SUMMARY:PS Walking Club
DESCRIPTION:Join  the Poolesville Seniors Walking Club on Fridays  at 7:30 a.m. We will meet at the flagpole on Whalen Commons (in front of Town Hall). We will walk at a leisurely pace around town for about an hour.   \nWe will meet twice a week on Mondays at 7:30 a.m. and Fridays at 7:30 a.m. at the flagpole. We will explore the town and our various park trails.  \nPlease register below and complete the emergency contact and liability release forms. Depending on the group's needs\, interests\, and the weather\, we anticipate that the meeting times may adjust over time and with the weather. \nPS Walking Club
URL:https://poolesvilleseniors.org/event/ps-walking-club-2/2024-04-26/
LOCATION:Whalen Commons\, 19701 Fisher Ave\, Poolesville
CATEGORIES:Recurring
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240425T124500
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SUMMARY:Dress Rehearsal - Production of Beauty and the Beast Jr.-  Barnesville School
DESCRIPTION:Poolesville Seniors are invited to join the audience on Thursday April 25th at 1:00 p.m. to watch the final dress rehearsal of The Barnesville School of Arts and Sciences (BSAS) production of Beauty and the Beast Broadway Junior.  BSAS students from the 3rd through 8th grade will be performing. The performance will last approximately one hour and 40 minutes with an intermission.  Doors will open at 12:45 for seating\, and signs will direct you to the auditorium from the front of the school.  \nThe theater will be darkened for the production\, digital scenery will be used\, cast members will move through the audience during the second act\, and speaker amplification and microphones will be loud sometimes.  \nThe school is requesting that Poolesville Seniors do not invite other children\, young adults or family members to this special sneak preview before the production opens to the public.    \nThe Barnesville School staff and students are so excited to share this incredible event with The Poolesville Seniors and they thank you for supporting the theatrical programming at The Barnesville School of Arts and Sciences!  Get ready to enjoy the music from Beauty and The Beast Junior and “Be our Guest”!!  \nLocation: 21830 Peach Tree Rd\, Barnesville\, MD 20838 \nGlenstone Museum Visit
URL:https://poolesvilleseniors.org/event/dress-rehearsal-production-of-beauty-and-the-beast-jr-dress-rehearsal-at-the-barnesville-school/
LOCATION:Barnesville School of Arts & Sciences\, 21830 Peach Tree Rd.\, Barnesville\, MD\, 20838
CATEGORIES:Limited
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T150000
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SUMMARY:Digital Skills Class Series with Jessica Wallach
DESCRIPTION:Join Jessica Wallach from Story Tapestries in Poolesville for an eight-class series on Digital Skills beginning on April 3rd at 2:00 p.m. and recurring on Wednesday each week until May 22nd.  Wherever you are on your Digital Skills journey\, this class is for you. Whether you want to learn to use your cell phone\, iPad\, or laptop\, you can learn and improve.  \nThis eight-week series starts by asking what you already know and what do you want to learn?  Then we will tailor a list of topics to the participants. Each class takes a deep dive into one of the topics while incorporating time for new digital questions. This is a hands-on class with lots of practice time.   \nExamples of Possible topics include:   \n\nLearning how to navigate online storage such as google drive\, to save\, share\, edit documents \nHow to take\, edit and send photos/videos with your cell phone \nLeveraging your social media to stay more connected with your grandchildren \nStaying connected professionally after you retire using LinkedIn \nCreating a family or travel blog or vlog (video blog) \nUpdating to Windows 11 and other updating questions \nOnline safety: how to spot emails that are scams \nHow to use your Google Home or Echo  \nChatGPT: how to use it and a discussion on its ethics \nAnd much more \n\nThe goal is to meet you where you are and help you take the next step on your digital journey.  Registration is limited to 25 participants.   \nIf no more tickets are available and you would like to be placed on a waitlist for this class\, please email info@poolesvilleseniors.org. \nLocation: Poolesville Memorial United Methodist Church 17821 Elgin Road Poolesville MD 20837  \nJessica Wallach has created visual stories for families\, non-profits\, businesses\, and theaters for over 20 years. Jessica is an artisan and educator\, with 15 years as an arts educator and a year as a teaching Artist for Story Tapestries.  She has worked with people of all ages\, from 2 to 88\, in schools\, community centers\, camps\, and homeless shelters. Now her work centers around art and disability. Her goal is to reimagine space as a love letter to the body. As a photographer\, content creator\, and educator with cerebral palsy\, her work is deeply rooted in the body\, accessibility\, and disability. Her current art practice includes working with bubbles\, stencils\, and cameras.  \nYou can find more information on Jessica and her artwork at:  \nhttps://storytapestries.org/jessica-wallach-and-the-power-of-photography-today/\nDigital Skills Class with Jessica Wallach Registration
URL:https://poolesvilleseniors.org/event/digital-skills-class-with-jessica-wallach/2024-04-24/
LOCATION:Poolesville Memorial United Methodist Church 17821 Elgin Road Poolesville MD 20837
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T140000
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SUMMARY:Zumba Gold
DESCRIPTION:To help you stay active\, Poolesville Seniors is offering Zumba Gold each Wednesday in at 1:00 pm at Speer Hall – 17800 Elgin Rd\, Poolesville. \nOur instructor\, Karen McPhatter\, will lead you in a well-choreographed program\, designed to get you moving and keep you moving. \nZumba Gold Registration
URL:https://poolesvilleseniors.org/event/zumba-gold-2/2024-04-24/
LOCATION:Virtual Zoom Event\, MD\, United States
CATEGORIES:Recurring
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240423T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240423T160000
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SUMMARY:Bridge
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Bridge! \nWhether you are in it for fun and socialization\, want to sharpen your wits and skills\, or are looking for a partner or foursome for a game of bridge\, join us for our open play game day. \nEvery Tuesday from 1 to 4 PM at Speer Hall\, Poolesville Seniors will host Bridge. Tables\, chairs\, cards\, score pads\, and board games will be provided. Light refreshments will be available. Come meet new players or bring your friends and family. No gambling is permitted. \nPlace: Speer Hall\, (behind the Poolesville Presbyterian Church)\n17800 Elgin Road (Route 109) \nTime: 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm\nEvery Tuesday \nThis is an ongoing registration\, so we ask that you register initially on our website and then sign the attendance sheet each time you participate. \nContact us with any questions: info@poolesvilleseniors.org. A Liability Release Form must be on file with Poolesville Seniors. Download one here. \nBridge
URL:https://poolesvilleseniors.org/event/bridge-and-other-games-2022-08-09-2/2024-04-23/
LOCATION:Poolesville Presbyterian Church-Speer Hall – 17800 Elgin Road\, 17800 Elgin Road\, Poolesville\, 20837\, United States
CATEGORIES:Recurring
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240422T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240422T153000
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SUMMARY:Ping Pong
DESCRIPTION:Come have fun playing ping pong in the afternoon at Poolesville Presbyterian’s Speer Hall. \nJoin us in-person on Mondays from 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. to enjoy a smashing afternoon of Ping Pong.  All skill levels welcomed.  Register below to come rally with us.  \nPing Pong can get a little spirited\, so dress accordingly.  For safety\, we suggest athletic shoes … no sandals or flip flops.  Water will be available for participants. \nLocation: Poolesville Presbyterian Church\, Speer Hall\, 17800 Elgin Rd. (109)  \nPing Pong
URL:https://poolesvilleseniors.org/event/ping-pong-afternoon/2024-04-22/
LOCATION:Poolesville Presbyterian Church-Speer Hall – 17800 Elgin Road\, 17800 Elgin Road\, Poolesville\, 20837\, United States
CATEGORIES:Recurring
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240422T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240422T120000
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SUMMARY:Rustic Route Coffee: Morning Coffee Tasting
DESCRIPTION:Join Robin Snider of Rustic Route Coffee on April 22 at 10:30 a.m. at Poolesville Presbyterian Church\, Speer Hall (17800 Elgin Road\, Poolesville) for a morning coffee tasting. Rustic Route Coffee\, a Barnesville based\, small-batch coffee roaster\, is passionate about bringing you the best coffee experience.   \nSip a variety of 4 coffees\, single origin and blends. Take notes on what you taste\, and like. Learn more about the flavor profiles of the beans and roast level differences.  \nRustic Route Coffee provides high-quality\, specialty coffee by sourcing their beans from all over the world\, ensuring a diverse and flavorful selection.  \nThey are committed to ethical sourcing with hand-picked and chemical-free beans from small farms. Rustic Route is a woman-owned and LGBTQ company. They take pride in their identity and are dedicated to giving back to those in need.  \nAt the end of the event\, guests are welcome to purchase bags of coffee. \nRustic Route Coffee: Morning Coffee Tasting
URL:https://poolesvilleseniors.org/event/rustic-route-coffee-morning-coffee-tasting/
LOCATION:Poolesville Presbyterian Church-Speer Hall – 17800 Elgin Road\, 17800 Elgin Road\, Poolesville\, 20837\, United States
CATEGORIES:Limited
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240422T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240422T083000
DTSTAMP:20251012T011410Z
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SUMMARY:PS Walking Club
DESCRIPTION:Join the Poolesville Seniors Walking Club on Mondays at 7:30 am. We will meet at the flagpole on Whalen Commons (in front of Town Hall). We will walk at a leisurely pace around town on a route chosen by the group..   \nWe will meet twice a week on Mondays at 7:30 a.m. and Fridays at 7:30 a.m. at the flagpole. We will explore the town and our various park trails.  \nPlease register below and complete the emergency contact and liability release forms. Depending on the group's needs\, interests\, and the weather\, we anticipate that the meeting times may adjust over time and with the weather.  \nPS Walking Club
URL:https://poolesvilleseniors.org/event/ps-walking-club-3/2024-04-22/
LOCATION:Whalen Commons\, 19701 Fisher Ave\, Poolesville
CATEGORIES:Recurring
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240419T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240419T210000
DTSTAMP:20240415T122226Z
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SUMMARY:Movie Night: The Color Purple
DESCRIPTION:Join us  to experience the Free Friday Movie Night feature\, The Color Purple\, a 2023 American musical film adaptation based on the novel by Alice Walker on April 19th at 7:00 p.m at Poolesville Presbyterian Church\,  Speer Hall (17800 Elgin Road\, Poolesville).  \nProduced by\, Oprah Winfrey\, Steven Spielberg\, Scott Sanders and Quincy Jones\, the film stars Taraji P. Henson\, Danielle Brooks\, Colman Domingo\, Corey Hawkins\, H.E.R.\, Halle Bailey\, Phylicia Pearl Mpasi and Fantasia Barrino.  It tells the story of Celie\, an African American woman dealing with the hardships of living with an abusive husband and living in the American South during the early 1900s.  \nThe film scored 13 nominations at the 55th NAACP Image Awards\, winning 11\, including Outstanding Motion Picture\, Outstanding Ensemble Cast in a Motion Picture\, Outstanding Actress in a Motion Picture (Fantasia Barrino)\, Outstanding Supporting Actress (Taraji P. Henson) and Outstanding Supporting Actor (Colman Domingo).   \nEnjoy sodas\, water\, snacks and social time before and after the movie. \nMusical Drama\, PG-13\, Running time\, 1hr 21 min \nMovie Night: The Color Purple
URL:https://poolesvilleseniors.org/event/movie-night-the-color-purple/
LOCATION:Poolesville Presbyterian Church-Speer Hall – 17800 Elgin Road\, 17800 Elgin Road\, Poolesville\, 20837\, United States
CATEGORIES:Limited
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240419T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240419T160000
DTSTAMP:20240412T041942Z
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SUMMARY:Game Day Golf Social: Driving\, Putting\, Chipping and Fun!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun Gameday Social Friday April 19th from 2:00-4:00 p.m. at Poolesville Golf Course. Test your skills: on the driving range\, putting green\, and chipping close to the pin as we head out for a leisurely afternoon with balls provided courtesy of Poolesville Seniors. A perfect introduction for golf novices\, but all are welcome.  \nCrossvines Golf\, at 16601 W Willard Rd.\, include a 2-acre short game practice area and a driving range with both grass and artificial teeing areas.  \nIf you have clubs\, bring your driver\, putter\, and chipper. Don’t have any clubs? Golf buddies might want to bring an extra or two. The Pro Shop has a few available on loan too. If you prefer to take in the scenery and enjoy a burger\, dog\, soda\, or adult beverage\, the grill at the Pro Shop will be fired up for this occasion. You can also bring your own snacks and drinks (non-alcoholic only) and graze at several available picnic tables.  \nRemember to bring your own chair\, no seating is not provided at the driving range. We think this outing is going to be a hole-in-one so\, sign up fast before our limited slots run out.  \nGame Day Golf Social: Driving\, Putting\, Chipping and Fun!
URL:https://poolesvilleseniors.org/event/game-day-golf-social-driving-putting-chipping-and-fun/
LOCATION:Crossvines Golf Driving Range\, 16601 W Willard Rd.\, Poolesville
CATEGORIES:Limited
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240419T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240419T083000
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SUMMARY:PS Walking Club
DESCRIPTION:Join  the Poolesville Seniors Walking Club on Fridays  at 7:30 a.m. We will meet at the flagpole on Whalen Commons (in front of Town Hall). We will walk at a leisurely pace around town for about an hour.   \nWe will meet twice a week on Mondays at 7:30 a.m. and Fridays at 7:30 a.m. at the flagpole. We will explore the town and our various park trails.  \nPlease register below and complete the emergency contact and liability release forms. Depending on the group's needs\, interests\, and the weather\, we anticipate that the meeting times may adjust over time and with the weather. \nPS Walking Club
URL:https://poolesvilleseniors.org/event/ps-walking-club-2/2024-04-19/
LOCATION:Whalen Commons\, 19701 Fisher Ave\, Poolesville
CATEGORIES:Recurring
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T200000
DTSTAMP:20240415T122312Z
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SUMMARY:Frontier Living Presentation by Mark Gochnour
DESCRIPTION:Join Mark Gochnour\, a longtime historical reenactor\, on April 18th at 7:00 p.m.\, for a multi-faceted look at pioneer living. Come and see Mark's 18th Century handsewn clothing\, furs\, traps and other gear along with his stories and information about life on the frontier. Don't miss this opportunity to get a taste of history.  \nOur colonial ancestors learned\, evolved and adapted. It was not an idyllic life and there are many myths and sad stories along the way.  These pioneers were intrepid and kept exploring even with dangers that we may have forgotten.  \nLocation: Speer Hall at Poolesville Presbyterian Church\, 17800 Elgin Rd. (109)       \n________________________________________________ \nMark was a children's librarian and then "Senior Librarian" managing the Poolesville Library from 1991 to 2010. have done historical reenacting for nearly 50 years. He is a Bethesda-Chevy Chase Izaak Walton League of America member right down the road in Poolesville. He worked at Homestead Farm as a school group tour guide in the fall for almost 20 years. He hunts with flintlock firearms\, in 18th Century clothing. He has written two articles about muzzleloading and hunting for two magazines. He has been written about in newspapers.  \nHe researched and printed a hymnbook for reenactors and is a lay preacher at one local event in the spring.   \nHe hand sews some of his clothes and makes some of his other gear.  \nMark speaks about life on the frontier for groups – scouts\, homeschooling groups\, and elementary school classes. He tells stories\, shares information He can bring and discuss furs\, traps\, and other gear. He can demonstrate how to start a fire with flint and steel\, i.e. without matches.  Usually\, his programs last about 45 minutes before the questions.  \nMark encourages people to record their elderly family members talking about life when they were little. Once these people have passed\, their life stories\, what they have experienced and seen and learned about their elderly family members who were around when they were younger is lost unless someone has captured it. Frontier Living Presentation by Mark Gochnour
URL:https://poolesvilleseniors.org/event/frontier-living-presentation-by-mark-gochnour/
LOCATION:Poolesville Presbyterian Church-Speer Hall – 17800 Elgin Road\, 17800 Elgin Road\, Poolesville\, 20837\, United States
CATEGORIES:Limited
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240417T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240417T150000
DTSTAMP:20240417T212620Z
CREATED:20240303T221425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240417T212620Z
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SUMMARY:Digital Skills Class Series with Jessica Wallach
DESCRIPTION:Join Jessica Wallach from Story Tapestries in Poolesville for an eight-class series on Digital Skills beginning on April 3rd at 2:00 p.m. and recurring on Wednesday each week until May 22nd.  Wherever you are on your Digital Skills journey\, this class is for you. Whether you want to learn to use your cell phone\, iPad\, or laptop\, you can learn and improve.  \nThis eight-week series starts by asking what you already know and what do you want to learn?  Then we will tailor a list of topics to the participants. Each class takes a deep dive into one of the topics while incorporating time for new digital questions. This is a hands-on class with lots of practice time.   \nExamples of Possible topics include:   \n\nLearning how to navigate online storage such as google drive\, to save\, share\, edit documents \nHow to take\, edit and send photos/videos with your cell phone \nLeveraging your social media to stay more connected with your grandchildren \nStaying connected professionally after you retire using LinkedIn \nCreating a family or travel blog or vlog (video blog) \nUpdating to Windows 11 and other updating questions \nOnline safety: how to spot emails that are scams \nHow to use your Google Home or Echo  \nChatGPT: how to use it and a discussion on its ethics \nAnd much more \n\nThe goal is to meet you where you are and help you take the next step on your digital journey.  Registration is limited to 25 participants.   \nIf no more tickets are available and you would like to be placed on a waitlist for this class\, please email info@poolesvilleseniors.org. \nLocation: Poolesville Memorial United Methodist Church 17821 Elgin Road Poolesville MD 20837  \nJessica Wallach has created visual stories for families\, non-profits\, businesses\, and theaters for over 20 years. Jessica is an artisan and educator\, with 15 years as an arts educator and a year as a teaching Artist for Story Tapestries.  She has worked with people of all ages\, from 2 to 88\, in schools\, community centers\, camps\, and homeless shelters. Now her work centers around art and disability. Her goal is to reimagine space as a love letter to the body. As a photographer\, content creator\, and educator with cerebral palsy\, her work is deeply rooted in the body\, accessibility\, and disability. Her current art practice includes working with bubbles\, stencils\, and cameras.  \nYou can find more information on Jessica and her artwork at:  \nhttps://storytapestries.org/jessica-wallach-and-the-power-of-photography-today/\nDigital Skills Class with Jessica Wallach Registration
URL:https://poolesvilleseniors.org/event/digital-skills-class-with-jessica-wallach/2024-04-17/
LOCATION:Poolesville Memorial United Methodist Church 17821 Elgin Road Poolesville MD 20837
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240417T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240417T140000
DTSTAMP:20261007T153812Z
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SUMMARY:Zumba Gold
DESCRIPTION:To help you stay active\, Poolesville Seniors is offering Zumba Gold each Wednesday in at 1:00 pm at Speer Hall – 17800 Elgin Rd\, Poolesville. \nOur instructor\, Karen McPhatter\, will lead you in a well-choreographed program\, designed to get you moving and keep you moving. \nZumba Gold Registration
URL:https://poolesvilleseniors.org/event/zumba-gold-2/2024-04-17/
LOCATION:Virtual Zoom Event\, MD\, United States
CATEGORIES:Recurring
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240416T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240416T160000
DTSTAMP:20261007T153647Z
CREATED:20221101T215431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261007T153647Z
UID:10010067-1713272400-1713283200@poolesvilleseniors.org
SUMMARY:Bridge
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Bridge! \nWhether you are in it for fun and socialization\, want to sharpen your wits and skills\, or are looking for a partner or foursome for a game of bridge\, join us for our open play game day. \nEvery Tuesday from 1 to 4 PM at Speer Hall\, Poolesville Seniors will host Bridge. Tables\, chairs\, cards\, score pads\, and board games will be provided. Light refreshments will be available. Come meet new players or bring your friends and family. No gambling is permitted. \nPlace: Speer Hall\, (behind the Poolesville Presbyterian Church)\n17800 Elgin Road (Route 109) \nTime: 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm\nEvery Tuesday \nThis is an ongoing registration\, so we ask that you register initially on our website and then sign the attendance sheet each time you participate. \nContact us with any questions: info@poolesvilleseniors.org. A Liability Release Form must be on file with Poolesville Seniors. Download one here. \nBridge
URL:https://poolesvilleseniors.org/event/bridge-and-other-games-2022-08-09-2/2024-04-16/
LOCATION:Poolesville Presbyterian Church-Speer Hall – 17800 Elgin Road\, 17800 Elgin Road\, Poolesville\, 20837\, United States
CATEGORIES:Recurring
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240415T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240415T200000
DTSTAMP:20240303T225624Z
CREATED:20240303T225624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240303T225624Z
UID:10012034-1713207600-1713211200@poolesvilleseniors.org
SUMMARY:PS Book Club: Horse
DESCRIPTION:Join us on April 15th at 7:00 p.m. to discuss Horse\, a 2022 novel by Geraldine Brooks. The novel\, set in 2019\, 1954\, and the mid-1800s follows the story of a nineteenth-century portrait of a racehorse named Lexington. The story is told from the perspective of six characters The novel immerses the reader in the fascinating world of American horseracing and the element of race in the antebellum South from 1850 to 1861.  \nGeraldine Brooks is an Australian-American journalist and novelist. She was born in 1955 in Sydney\, Australia and moved to New York City\, obtaining her master’s degree in journalism at Columbia University. She became a foreign correspondent for The Wall Street Journal and covered conflicts in the Middle East\, Africa\, and the Balkans. She is the author of several novels\, including March\, which won the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 2005.  \nPS! Book Club: Horse \n 
URL:https://poolesvilleseniors.org/event/ps-book-club-horse/
LOCATION:Virtual Zoom Event\, MD\, United States
CATEGORIES:Limited
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240415T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240415T153000
DTSTAMP:20261007T152849Z
CREATED:20230806T055102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261007T152849Z
UID:10016684-1713186000-1713195000@poolesvilleseniors.org
SUMMARY:Ping Pong
DESCRIPTION:Come have fun playing ping pong in the afternoon at Poolesville Presbyterian’s Speer Hall. \nJoin us in-person on Mondays from 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. to enjoy a smashing afternoon of Ping Pong.  All skill levels welcomed.  Register below to come rally with us.  \nPing Pong can get a little spirited\, so dress accordingly.  For safety\, we suggest athletic shoes … no sandals or flip flops.  Water will be available for participants. \nLocation: Poolesville Presbyterian Church\, Speer Hall\, 17800 Elgin Rd. (109)  \nPing Pong
URL:https://poolesvilleseniors.org/event/ping-pong-afternoon/2024-04-15/
LOCATION:Poolesville Presbyterian Church-Speer Hall – 17800 Elgin Road\, 17800 Elgin Road\, Poolesville\, 20837\, United States
CATEGORIES:Recurring
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240415T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240415T083000
DTSTAMP:20251012T011410Z
CREATED:20240415T205451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251012T011410Z
UID:10012619-1713166200-1713169800@poolesvilleseniors.org
SUMMARY:PS Walking Club
DESCRIPTION:Join the Poolesville Seniors Walking Club on Mondays at 7:30 am. We will meet at the flagpole on Whalen Commons (in front of Town Hall). We will walk at a leisurely pace around town on a route chosen by the group..   \nWe will meet twice a week on Mondays at 7:30 a.m. and Fridays at 7:30 a.m. at the flagpole. We will explore the town and our various park trails.  \nPlease register below and complete the emergency contact and liability release forms. Depending on the group's needs\, interests\, and the weather\, we anticipate that the meeting times may adjust over time and with the weather.  \nPS Walking Club
URL:https://poolesvilleseniors.org/event/ps-walking-club-3/2024-04-15/
LOCATION:Whalen Commons\, 19701 Fisher Ave\, Poolesville
CATEGORIES:Recurring
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240412T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240412T083000
DTSTAMP:20250407T182859Z
CREATED:20240311T022532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T182859Z
UID:10012040-1712907000-1712910600@poolesvilleseniors.org
SUMMARY:PS Walking Club
DESCRIPTION:Join  the Poolesville Seniors Walking Club on Fridays  at 7:30 a.m. We will meet at the flagpole on Whalen Commons (in front of Town Hall). We will walk at a leisurely pace around town for about an hour.   \nWe will meet twice a week on Mondays at 7:30 a.m. and Fridays at 7:30 a.m. at the flagpole. We will explore the town and our various park trails.  \nPlease register below and complete the emergency contact and liability release forms. Depending on the group's needs\, interests\, and the weather\, we anticipate that the meeting times may adjust over time and with the weather. \nPS Walking Club
URL:https://poolesvilleseniors.org/event/ps-walking-club-2/2024-04-12/
LOCATION:Whalen Commons\, 19701 Fisher Ave\, Poolesville
CATEGORIES:Recurring
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240411T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240411T203000
DTSTAMP:20240415T122340Z
CREATED:20240303T222423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240415T122340Z
UID:10012033-1712862000-1712867400@poolesvilleseniors.org
SUMMARY:Rally for Rangers Documentary
DESCRIPTION:Join Tom Medema\, co-founder of Rally for Rangers on April 11th at 7:00 p.m. at Poolesville Presbyterian Church\, Speer Hall when he presents the film A Rally for Rangers\, which follows the story of the Rally for Rangers movement and its work empowering under-equipped and often underappreciated park rangers around the world with new motorcycles and equipment. The film highlights the difficulties and dangers in these rangers' work and how the rallies are delivering critical tools to these front-line conservation heroes that help them do their jobs protecting some of the world's most valuable\, vulnerable\, and sometimes life-sustaining natural and cultural resources for the benefit of us all.   \nA Rally for Rangers is a film by Fisher Creative in association with Buck Productions and Mongol Ecology Center.  \nTom Medema is a co-founder of Rally for Rangers\, a nonprofit organization that personally delivers 15 new motorcycles across amazing and difficult terrain to park rangers around the world. \nRally for Rangers Documentary
URL:https://poolesvilleseniors.org/event/rally-for-rangers-documentary/
LOCATION:Poolesville Presbyterian Church-Speer Hall – 17800 Elgin Road\, 17800 Elgin Road\, Poolesville\, 20837\, United States
CATEGORIES:Limited
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240411T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240411T120000
DTSTAMP:20240324T202417Z
CREATED:20240324T202417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240324T202417Z
UID:10012150-1712827800-1712836800@poolesvilleseniors.org
SUMMARY:Trail Hike: Bucklodge Conservation Park to Ten Mile Creek Conservation Park
DESCRIPTION:Join Gwen Haney and Karen Dansby on Thursday April 11th at 9:30 a.m. for a trail hike in the Barnesville area. This will be a 5.7-mile hike starting at the Bucklodge Conservation Park Trailhead on Slidell Road. We will proceed through the upper part of the Ten Mile Creek Conservation Park on the Jewel Weed Way Trail then loop around the Danger Noodle Trail. The trail is packed dirt with fallen leaves and minimal roots and rocks. It has 436 feet of elevation gain. There are 6 rock crossings over small creeks and some (not too bad) muddiness on parts of the trail.  We will also bushwack for about 100 yards to connect our loop. We will maintain a moderate pace and should complete the hike within 2.5 hours.  Boots are recommended. Rain date 4/18.    \nDirections: From Rt. 28 at Lewis Orchard\, take Peach Tree Road east for 1/2 mile.  Turn right onto West Old Baltimore and go 1 mile to the first stop sign.  Turn left onto Slidell Road (but there is no street sign) and go 1 mile.  Trailhead is on the left (big sign\, can’t miss it).  \n  \nKaren Dansby was born and raised in Arlington\, VA. She spent 20+ years in eastern Kentucky\, then retired to Sedona\, AZ. Karen participated in trail maintenance in Sedona\, hiked and participated in Preventive Search and Rescue for almost 10 years at the South and North Rim of the Grand Canyon.  She moved back to Poolesville to be close to family.   \nGwen Haney grew up in rural PA but did most of her hiking while living in Arizona\, in the mountains and canyons of the southwest. She moved to Maryland 17 years ago to be near family and continues to enjoy being outdoors and on trails.   \nWatch for other hikes in and around Montgomery County for Poolesville Seniors.  Once a month Gwen Haney and Karen Dansby will lead/tailgate a hike for Poolesville Seniors.  The hikes will be 4-6 miles and last approximately 2-3 hours.  A description will be given of the monthly hike with hiking recommendations. Trail Hike: Bucklodge Conservation Park to Ten Mile Creek Conservation Park
URL:https://poolesvilleseniors.org/event/trail-hike-bucklodge-conservation-park-to-ten-mile-creek-conservation-park/
CATEGORIES:Limited
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240410T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240410T150000
DTSTAMP:20240417T212620Z
CREATED:20240303T221425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240417T212620Z
UID:10012142-1712757600-1712761200@poolesvilleseniors.org
SUMMARY:Digital Skills Class Series with Jessica Wallach
DESCRIPTION:Join Jessica Wallach from Story Tapestries in Poolesville for an eight-class series on Digital Skills beginning on April 3rd at 2:00 p.m. and recurring on Wednesday each week until May 22nd.  Wherever you are on your Digital Skills journey\, this class is for you. Whether you want to learn to use your cell phone\, iPad\, or laptop\, you can learn and improve.  \nThis eight-week series starts by asking what you already know and what do you want to learn?  Then we will tailor a list of topics to the participants. Each class takes a deep dive into one of the topics while incorporating time for new digital questions. This is a hands-on class with lots of practice time.   \nExamples of Possible topics include:   \n\nLearning how to navigate online storage such as google drive\, to save\, share\, edit documents \nHow to take\, edit and send photos/videos with your cell phone \nLeveraging your social media to stay more connected with your grandchildren \nStaying connected professionally after you retire using LinkedIn \nCreating a family or travel blog or vlog (video blog) \nUpdating to Windows 11 and other updating questions \nOnline safety: how to spot emails that are scams \nHow to use your Google Home or Echo  \nChatGPT: how to use it and a discussion on its ethics \nAnd much more \n\nThe goal is to meet you where you are and help you take the next step on your digital journey.  Registration is limited to 25 participants.   \nIf no more tickets are available and you would like to be placed on a waitlist for this class\, please email info@poolesvilleseniors.org. \nLocation: Poolesville Memorial United Methodist Church 17821 Elgin Road Poolesville MD 20837  \nJessica Wallach has created visual stories for families\, non-profits\, businesses\, and theaters for over 20 years. Jessica is an artisan and educator\, with 15 years as an arts educator and a year as a teaching Artist for Story Tapestries.  She has worked with people of all ages\, from 2 to 88\, in schools\, community centers\, camps\, and homeless shelters. Now her work centers around art and disability. Her goal is to reimagine space as a love letter to the body. As a photographer\, content creator\, and educator with cerebral palsy\, her work is deeply rooted in the body\, accessibility\, and disability. Her current art practice includes working with bubbles\, stencils\, and cameras.  \nYou can find more information on Jessica and her artwork at:  \nhttps://storytapestries.org/jessica-wallach-and-the-power-of-photography-today/\nDigital Skills Class with Jessica Wallach Registration
URL:https://poolesvilleseniors.org/event/digital-skills-class-with-jessica-wallach/2024-04-10/
LOCATION:Poolesville Memorial United Methodist Church 17821 Elgin Road Poolesville MD 20837
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240410T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240410T140000
DTSTAMP:20261007T153812Z
CREATED:20221102T010745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261007T153812Z
UID:10009422-1712754000-1712757600@poolesvilleseniors.org
SUMMARY:Zumba Gold
DESCRIPTION:To help you stay active\, Poolesville Seniors is offering Zumba Gold each Wednesday in at 1:00 pm at Speer Hall – 17800 Elgin Rd\, Poolesville. \nOur instructor\, Karen McPhatter\, will lead you in a well-choreographed program\, designed to get you moving and keep you moving. \nZumba Gold Registration
URL:https://poolesvilleseniors.org/event/zumba-gold-2/2024-04-10/
LOCATION:Virtual Zoom Event\, MD\, United States
CATEGORIES:Recurring
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240409T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240409T160000
DTSTAMP:20261007T153647Z
CREATED:20221101T215431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261007T153647Z
UID:10010066-1712667600-1712678400@poolesvilleseniors.org
SUMMARY:Bridge
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Bridge! \nWhether you are in it for fun and socialization\, want to sharpen your wits and skills\, or are looking for a partner or foursome for a game of bridge\, join us for our open play game day. \nEvery Tuesday from 1 to 4 PM at Speer Hall\, Poolesville Seniors will host Bridge. Tables\, chairs\, cards\, score pads\, and board games will be provided. Light refreshments will be available. Come meet new players or bring your friends and family. No gambling is permitted. \nPlace: Speer Hall\, (behind the Poolesville Presbyterian Church)\n17800 Elgin Road (Route 109) \nTime: 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm\nEvery Tuesday \nThis is an ongoing registration\, so we ask that you register initially on our website and then sign the attendance sheet each time you participate. \nContact us with any questions: info@poolesvilleseniors.org. A Liability Release Form must be on file with Poolesville Seniors. Download one here. \nBridge
URL:https://poolesvilleseniors.org/event/bridge-and-other-games-2022-08-09-2/2024-04-09/
LOCATION:Poolesville Presbyterian Church-Speer Hall – 17800 Elgin Road\, 17800 Elgin Road\, Poolesville\, 20837\, United States
CATEGORIES:Recurring
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240408T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240408T170000
DTSTAMP:20240313T143143Z
CREATED:20240311T022526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240313T143143Z
UID:10012093-1712592000-1712595600@poolesvilleseniors.org
SUMMARY:PS Walking Club
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the inaugural walk of the Poolesville Seniors Walking Club. Starting Monday March 11th at 4:00 pm\, we will meet at the flagpole on Whalen Commons (in front of Town Hall). We will walk at a leisurely pace around town.   \nInitially\, we will meet twice a week on Mondays at 4:00 p.m. and Fridays at 7:30 a.m. at the flagpole. We will explore the town and our various park trails.  \nPlease register below and complete the emergency contact and liability release forms. Depending on the group's needs\, interests\, and the weather\, we anticipate that the meeting times may adjust over time. PS Walking Club
URL:https://poolesvilleseniors.org/event/ps-walking-club/2024-04-08/
CATEGORIES:Recurring
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240408T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240408T153000
DTSTAMP:20261007T152849Z
CREATED:20230806T055102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261007T152849Z
UID:10016683-1712581200-1712590200@poolesvilleseniors.org
SUMMARY:Ping Pong
DESCRIPTION:Come have fun playing ping pong in the afternoon at Poolesville Presbyterian’s Speer Hall. \nJoin us in-person on Mondays from 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. to enjoy a smashing afternoon of Ping Pong.  All skill levels welcomed.  Register below to come rally with us.  \nPing Pong can get a little spirited\, so dress accordingly.  For safety\, we suggest athletic shoes … no sandals or flip flops.  Water will be available for participants. \nLocation: Poolesville Presbyterian Church\, Speer Hall\, 17800 Elgin Rd. (109)  \nPing Pong
URL:https://poolesvilleseniors.org/event/ping-pong-afternoon/2024-04-08/
LOCATION:Poolesville Presbyterian Church-Speer Hall – 17800 Elgin Road\, 17800 Elgin Road\, Poolesville\, 20837\, United States
CATEGORIES:Recurring
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240405T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240405T083000
DTSTAMP:20250407T182859Z
CREATED:20240311T022532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T182859Z
UID:10012039-1712302200-1712305800@poolesvilleseniors.org
SUMMARY:PS Walking Club
DESCRIPTION:Join  the Poolesville Seniors Walking Club on Fridays  at 7:30 a.m. We will meet at the flagpole on Whalen Commons (in front of Town Hall). We will walk at a leisurely pace around town for about an hour.   \nWe will meet twice a week on Mondays at 7:30 a.m. and Fridays at 7:30 a.m. at the flagpole. We will explore the town and our various park trails.  \nPlease register below and complete the emergency contact and liability release forms. Depending on the group's needs\, interests\, and the weather\, we anticipate that the meeting times may adjust over time and with the weather. \nPS Walking Club
URL:https://poolesvilleseniors.org/event/ps-walking-club-2/2024-04-05/
LOCATION:Whalen Commons\, 19701 Fisher Ave\, Poolesville
CATEGORIES:Recurring
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240404T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240404T200000
DTSTAMP:20240324T201931Z
CREATED:20240322T005433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240324T201931Z
UID:10012149-1712253600-1712260800@poolesvilleseniors.org
SUMMARY:Medicare: An Overview
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin a representative from Montgomery County State Health Insurance Assistance Program SHIP on April 4th at 6:00 p.m. for a 2-hour seminar of expert\, unbiased information about your options before enrolling in Medicare. Learn about: \nWhat Medicare covers \nHow enrollment periods work \nEligibility \nCosts \nAdditional coverage options \nSHIP will also cover Medicare savings programs available to enrollees with limited income and resources\, the SHIP services available to Montgomery County residents\, and answer participants’ questions. \nSpace is limited in the Maggie Nightingale Library so please register early. \nOur presenter is SHIP – State Health Insurance Assistance Program – is a federally funded program helping County residents\, their families and caregivers\, with questions and concerns about Medicare. \nMontgomery County SHIP is here to answer questions and to provide important information and updates about Medicare. \nMedicare  An Overview on April 4th 2024 at 6 pm
URL:https://poolesvilleseniors.org/event/medicare-an-overview/
LOCATION:Maggie Nightengale Library
CATEGORIES:Limited
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240404T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240404T130000
DTSTAMP:20240401T221605Z
CREATED:20240303T220135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240401T221605Z
UID:10012031-1712228400-1712235600@poolesvilleseniors.org
SUMMARY:Pop-Up Walk: Paw Paw Tunnel to Lock 62
DESCRIPTION:This event has been rescheduled to April 4th. \nJoin Jon Wolz on April 4th at 11:00 a.m. for a hike through the Paw Paw tunnel*\, across the Potomac River from Paw Paw WV. We will meet at the Paw Paw Tunnel Trailhead parking area (Oldtown Road SE at the Paw Paw Campground)\, and we will walk through the tunnel (mile 155.78 to mile 155.20) to lock 66 (mile 154.70). We can continue to further locks–64 2/3 (mile 154.60) and 63 1/3 (mile 154.48) and lock 62 (mile 154.16) and return up the towpath going through the tunnel once again. After exiting the tunnel\, we will return to our starting point/parking area. This walk should be a little over 3 miles. A flashlight or headlamp may be helpful in the middle of the tunnel. Packing lunch\, water\, and snacks are advisable.   \nThe Paw Paw Tunnel Trailhead Parking area is located 2 hours from Poolesville at milepost 156.1 on the C&O Canal. If you are interested in carpooling for this trip\, please meet at the parking lot at Our Lady of the Presentation Church (17200 Tom Fox Avenue\, Poolesville) at 8:45 a.m.  \n  \n*What is the Paw Paw Tunnel?  \nThe Paw Paw Tunnel is one of the most significant engineering features on the C&O Canal. To avoid building six miles of canal along the river\, the C&O Canal Company decided to construct a tunnel through a steep topographic ridge now called Tunnel Hill. When work began on the tunnel in 1836\, the builders estimated the project would be complete within two years. The tunnel ultimately required 14 years to complete due to labor issues and violence\, funding shortfalls\, work stoppages\, and the challenges of digging a 3\,118-foot tunnel through the hard\, loose shale. The tunnel opened in October 1850 with rockslides continuing to be a challenge throughout the tunnel's history.  \nJon Wolz\, our local expert on the C&O Canal and leader of our "pop-up" walks\, has a long history with the canal. As a Montgomery Blair High School sophomore and Eagle Scout\, he had already hiked the entire canal. In 1970\, Jon was the Boy Scout chosen to testify before a Senate subcommittee on behalf of the bill to protect the C&O Canal as a National Historical Park. Maryland Congressmen Gilbert Gude and J. Glenn Beall sponsored the bill.  \nSince 2015 Jon has volunteered as a level walker with the C&O Canal Association (COCA). His two levels encompass the area from White's Ferry to Monocacy Aqueduct.\nPop-Up Walk: Paw Paw Tunnel and Tunnel Hill Trail
URL:https://poolesvilleseniors.org/event/pop-up-walk-paw-paw-tunnel-and-tunnel-hill-trail/
CATEGORIES:Limited
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240403T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240403T150000
DTSTAMP:20240417T212620Z
CREATED:20240303T221425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240417T212620Z
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SUMMARY:Digital Skills Class Series with Jessica Wallach
DESCRIPTION:Join Jessica Wallach from Story Tapestries in Poolesville for an eight-class series on Digital Skills beginning on April 3rd at 2:00 p.m. and recurring on Wednesday each week until May 22nd.  Wherever you are on your Digital Skills journey\, this class is for you. Whether you want to learn to use your cell phone\, iPad\, or laptop\, you can learn and improve.  \nThis eight-week series starts by asking what you already know and what do you want to learn?  Then we will tailor a list of topics to the participants. Each class takes a deep dive into one of the topics while incorporating time for new digital questions. This is a hands-on class with lots of practice time.   \nExamples of Possible topics include:   \n\nLearning how to navigate online storage such as google drive\, to save\, share\, edit documents \nHow to take\, edit and send photos/videos with your cell phone \nLeveraging your social media to stay more connected with your grandchildren \nStaying connected professionally after you retire using LinkedIn \nCreating a family or travel blog or vlog (video blog) \nUpdating to Windows 11 and other updating questions \nOnline safety: how to spot emails that are scams \nHow to use your Google Home or Echo  \nChatGPT: how to use it and a discussion on its ethics \nAnd much more \n\nThe goal is to meet you where you are and help you take the next step on your digital journey.  Registration is limited to 25 participants.   \nIf no more tickets are available and you would like to be placed on a waitlist for this class\, please email info@poolesvilleseniors.org. \nLocation: Poolesville Memorial United Methodist Church 17821 Elgin Road Poolesville MD 20837  \nJessica Wallach has created visual stories for families\, non-profits\, businesses\, and theaters for over 20 years. Jessica is an artisan and educator\, with 15 years as an arts educator and a year as a teaching Artist for Story Tapestries.  She has worked with people of all ages\, from 2 to 88\, in schools\, community centers\, camps\, and homeless shelters. Now her work centers around art and disability. Her goal is to reimagine space as a love letter to the body. As a photographer\, content creator\, and educator with cerebral palsy\, her work is deeply rooted in the body\, accessibility\, and disability. Her current art practice includes working with bubbles\, stencils\, and cameras.  \nYou can find more information on Jessica and her artwork at:  \nhttps://storytapestries.org/jessica-wallach-and-the-power-of-photography-today/\nDigital Skills Class with Jessica Wallach Registration
URL:https://poolesvilleseniors.org/event/digital-skills-class-with-jessica-wallach/2024-04-03/
LOCATION:Poolesville Memorial United Methodist Church 17821 Elgin Road Poolesville MD 20837
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