Return to Learn Week (formerly Elder Week)
In the Tradition of Elder Week
Return to Learn - 55 and Over
May 14, 15, & 16
REGISTRATION WILL NOT OPEN UNTIL
TUESDAY, MARCH 19 AT 9 A.M.
Registration deadline is May 4, 2024.
Late registrations will not be guaranteed. Placement is based on rolling enrollment.
Co-sponsored by the County Office of Services for the Aging and Delaware County Community College.
We will be delighted to have you join us for the 39th year of celebrating our 55 and older community members for three days of workshops, fun, food, and fellowship! We heard what you have all been asking for and we decided to rename our beloved Elder Week to Return to Learn Week - 55 and older.
For just $130 for all three days, or $115 for two days, students will receive eight workshops, continental breakfast and tempting lunches at the “ElderWeek Café.” Most classes and activities will take place in the STEM Center, which is conveniently located next to the parking lots and is easily accessible for all of our students.
Advance registration is required and limited. Workshops are filled on a first-come, first-registered system. The preferred form of
registration and payment is by phone with a credit card at
is postmarked by Friday, May 10, 2024. Be assured that, although we cannot make guarantees, we will certainly do our best to enroll you in the workshops that you most desire. See pages 10 and 11 for the registration form.
Come enjoy your choice of the many workshops being offered, plus breakfast, lunch and entertainment. We cannot wait to see you.
Bring your friends and meet new friends!
2024 Schedule
Tuesday through Thursday
8-8:30 a.m. | Continental Breakfast, STEM Center |
8:45-10:15 a.m. | Workshop I |
10:30 a.m.-noon | Workshop II |
Noon-1:20 p.m. | Lunch / Entertainment |
1:30-3 p.m. | Workshop III |
It's Party Time! Thursday
Noon-1 p.m.
During lunch we will have some surprises and door prizes
Tuesday Class Schedule | Wednesday Class Schedule | Thursday Class Schedule
Tuesday, May 14th
WORKSHOP I
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WORKSHOP II
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WORKSHOP III
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Christmas Decorations of the 1800's (2459) Rosie The Riveter (2462) Paint Your Mug (2488) Fire Safety/Extinguisher Training (2460) Contemporary Short Stories 2024 This multi-session workshop requires registration on each of the THREE days. The stories will be emailed beforehand. Time Matters (2463) Spring Bud Vases (999) Let’s Downsize! (2015) Intro to Tai Chi and Qigong (2461) |
Lemon And Orange (2466) Astronomy & Astrochemistry Session I (2465) Retirement: Making Your Money Last (1615) Get Paid To Talk / An Intro To Voice Over (2490) Acrylic Painting (1596) Chair Yoga (2467) Golden Stage: A Theatrical Adventure AHA Family & Friends CPR Course (1216) |
Golden Stage - Session II (2471) Get Paid To Talk / An Intro To Voice Over (2491) White Lake Studios, Voice Coaches SeniorCON - Let's Get Building Gentle Flow Yoga (2473) Line Dancing (2474) Vonda Pearson Acrylic Painting II (2487) The MIND Diet (2475) Outsmart the Scammers (2472) |
Tuesday Class Schedule | Wednesday Class Schedule | Thursday Class Schedule
Wednesday, May 15th
WORKSHOP I
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WORKSHOP II
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WORKSHOP III
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Fire Safety/Extinguisher Training (2477) DCCC Emergency Services Faculty Same course offered on Tuesday. Contemporary Short Stories (1597) John Dalton Continuation of Session I–Tuesday. This multi-session workshop requires registration on each of the three days. Christmas Ornament Making (2476) Bethel Township Preservation Society Christmas decoration folded cloth – bring a round picture 2 inches across to be part of the ornament. Intro to Tai Chi and Qigong (2479) Andy Buechner Learn how to use the slow, soft, flowing movements of Qigong and Tai Chi to open the joints, strengthen the muscles, and reduce tension. These energy arts focus on balance, structure, breathing, and release of tension to promote energy flow throughout the body. Anxiety vs. Depression (2538) Audrey Stockslager, DCCC Adjunct We all know someone who might have one or perhaps all three of the abovenamed diagnoses. This presentation is designed to help caregivers, family members and friends be better prepared to help someone who may be experiencing some of these symptoms. Making a Move? Real Estate Options (2478) Tim Scepansky Check out your next phase in life! Learn about resources and housing options to consider, and help put true priorities in order. Spring Bud Vases (2481) Leona Swiacki See the Tuesday schedule for description. You may only register for one of these sessions. Strong Bones (2501) Dianne Moore, MSW, MS, CHC, CNE Good bone health is a factor in increasing longevity and your ability to live independently. Learn which foods help improve bone density, what contributes to bone degradation and loss along with how exercise builds and supports healthy bones and muscles. Leave with recipes and resources for creating your game plan for strengthening your bones and preventing age related bone loss. |
Cape May Navy & Egg Harbor Guards (2486) Crime, Policing, Mental Health, |
AHA Family & Friends CPR Course (2496) Stretch This Not That (2494) |
Tuesday Class Schedule | Wednesday Class Schedule | Thursday Class Schedule
Thursday, May 16th
WORKSHOP I
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WORKSHOP II
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Dairy in the 1800's (2504) Contemporary Short Stories (2028) |
Astronomy & Astrochemistry Session I (2507) Landscape Design (2509)
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