Happy Birthday, Ted Hampton

The Annual Wayne Senior Center Christmas party was a huge success with entertainer, Joanne DiSimone and Birthday Boy, Ted Hampton! Happy 86th Ted!

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And The Wayne Senior Center Quilt Winner Is....

Kathy Wright from Wayne, PA! (far right corner) Congratulations to a very lucky winner! The Wayne Senior Center quilters, consisting of about a dozen women, have worked diligently every week for two solid years creating their very own, beautiful hand stitched quilt. After completion, chances are sold and this effort of love is used as a fundraiser for The Wayne Senior Center.

The Quilters meet every Monday morning at 9:30 AM. If you are a quilter, or would like to become one, please join us! Learn a craft and make new friends!

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Happy Birthday, Jennie Alampi

A very special birthday celebration for Jennie Alampi (Ya Ya) at The Wayne Senior Center! Lunch, hats, balloons, cake and lots of friends and good wishes for an amazing lady who is 98 YEARS YOUNG!!!!

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Wayne Senior Center’s Annual Picnic at Fenimore Park!

Raymond Tobey, from Radnor decided to throw a little spice into our annual picnic and entertained us with a song from World War I. Salvatore Petroccia, from Bryn Mawr followed with an Italian opera. Great food, company AND entertainment! There seems to be no end to the hidden talents at The Wayne Senior Center so we plan on adding entertainment to our annual picnic. Start rehearsing your talent for next year!

 

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IMMEDIATE PRESS RELEASE

GRACE DI ADDEZIO (96 years old) WINS NATIONAL CONTEST FOR OLDER AMERICANS MONTH! THIS CONTEST IS THROUGH THE U.S. ADMINISTRATION ON AGING.

Gracie is 96 years old and lives in Wayne.

May is Older Americans Month—Age Strong! Live Long!

Historically speaking, Older Americans Month has been a time to acknowledge the contributions of past and current older persons in our country. Every President since JFK has issued a formal proclamation during or before the month of May asking that the entire nation pay tribute in some way to older persons in their communities.

As a part of this year's activities and events to honor older Americans, the U.S. Administration on Aging (AOA) invited individuals to share their "recipe for strength" in a national contest promoting this year's theme, "Age Strong, Live Long!" Entries were accepted as a video, photograph, poem or essay. Whether the contestants addressed an exercise routine, a healthy diet, a tradition with friends or remembering to look on the bright side of life, the AOA wanted to know what these people have done to age strong and live long!

This year, our very own Gracie DiAddezio submitted a video and was awarded first prize in the nation! Gracie, an active member at the Wayne Senior Center, is 96 years old and always wears a smile on her face. She listens to others, supports her peers in every way and believes in positive thinking. Gracie exercises everyday, walks, gardens, teaches decoupage classes, and most importantly is a loving friend to all. She always sees the best in everything and everyone.

The Wayne Senior Center is so proud of Gracie and values and supports everyone in all efforts to remain active, healthy and independent.

Contact Person Donna Alexander Community Outreach Coordinator

The Wayne Senior Center 108 Station Rd, Wayne, PA 19087 610-688-6246