SeniorZone is the new Harford County Public Library Website for Older Adults 60+.

On this site you will find information about the services we offer the older community, links to websites that relate to health, family, legal issues, and more. You can read a review of a new book in large print or on CD, find out about volunteering at your library, or find a program to educate and entertain.

Discover what a wide variety of activities, materials and services your library has to offer.

The Silver Reader is rolling into its fourth year.

Silver Reader continues to visit senior housing locations, senior centers, assisted living, adult medical day care and long term care facilities. We have met so many wonderful folks!  When a customer comments, “This is great because I don't drive anymore and can't get to a library ”or “I always find something good to read here,” we are delighted.  After all, it is our goal to provide the quality services of Harford County Public Library where a growing number of seniors can access them conveniently and safely. It has been our pleasure to assist customers in using the on-board computers, to help over 80 individuals participate in the 2009 Winter Reading Program and, of course, to enjoy a variety of books, magazines, audio books, CDs and DVDs. Thanks to all, especially our great customers, for making this service a success… and lots of fun!
Katherine Clipp
Silver Reader Librarian

News and Notes:

American Diabetes Month. 
This month serves as a reminder to learn about this disease, its prevention and management. Two helpful websites are
www.diabetes.org
www.preventblindness.org

November 11 is Veterans’ Day
It’s not about the sales! Sometimes we forget the true purpose of Veterans’ Day is to honor those who have served the United States in military service.  Say “thank you” to a veteran you know. This date also marks the anniversary of the first time Kate Smith sang, “God Bless America” on her regular radio broadcast in 1938. Her heart-felt presentation of this Irving Berlin standard has been an inspiration for over 70 years!

Just for fun:
National Pecan Month
(Did you know Georgia is the top pecan-producing state?)

National Pomegranate Month
(This delicious California fruit is only fresh from October through January.  Enjoy them while you can.)

Peanut Butter Lovers’ Month
(Who doesn’t love a classic PBJ sandwich?)

Speaking of Sandwiches….

What's On in Harford County

From the Harford County Calendar of Events
For more events and information go to
http://www.harfordcountymd.gov/calendar.cfm

NOVEMBER  HOLIDAY  CLOSINGS  HARFORD  COUNTY  GOVERNMENT           
Veterans’ Day:  Wednesday, November 11, 2009
Thanksgiving:  Thursday, November 26 and Friday, November 27, 2009

HISTORIC HAYS HOUSE
Open every Sunday 1-4pm or by appointment
Hays House, 324 S. Kenmore Avenue, Bel Air
A collection of furniture, artwork, china, artifacts and other items of domestic life are exhibited. Built in 1788, the house reflects the prosperous lifestyle of the influential merchant and landowner after whom it is named. Sponsored by the Historical Society of Harford County, Inc.
For additional information please call 410.838.1213.
Website: http://www.harfordhistory.net/

HISTORIC SOCIETY OF HARFORD COUNTY
143 N. Main Street, Bel Air
Tuesday, Court Records, 10am-12pm and 1-2:30pm
Wednesday, Archives, 7:30am-2pm
Thursday, Research Library, 9am-3pm
Every Fourth Saturday, Archives & Research Library, 10am-2pm
Local historical exhibits, maps, plats, photographs, genealogy and 1800's newspapers. Admission $2 non-members.
For additional information please call 410.838.7691.

For more information about senior activity centers or any of the great Office on Aging services, please contact us:http://www.harfordcountymd.gov/services/aging/

Senior Center Book Discussion Groups for October 2009

McFaul Activity Center:  Monday, November  2 at 1:00
                     The Boy in Striped Pyjamas by  John Boyne

Edgewood Senior Center:   Tuesday, November 24 at 10:30
                      Girl With No Shadow by Joanne Harris
                      

Other Senior Center News

All centers closed on Wednesday, November 11 (Veterans Day)
and
all centers closed on Thursday and Friday, November 26 and 27 (Thanksgiving)

Aberdeen Senior Center
7 Franklin Street
Aberdeen, MD  21001
410-273-5666

Thursday, November 5   9:00-1:00  Seasonal Flu shots available.  Call the center for more details.

Please call or stop by the center as programs and projects will be added to the schedule in the coming weeks.  You’re sure to have fun.

Monday, November 2      10:00-2:00  Seasonal Flu Shots.  Bring Medicare card or $20.00.  No checks or insurance accepted.

Tuesday, November 3      11:15-12:15  Silver Reader visits.  Come see what Harford County Public Library’s senior outreach service has to offer.  Van is equipped with a wheelchair lift and there are lots of items to browse or borrow.  Need a library card?  Silver Reader can provide that for you.  Hope to see you there !

Tuesday, November 24     11:00-12:00  Burn Prevention program provided by Upper Chesapeake Health.  Also, the Silver Reader will be back again (11:15-12:15) so stop by before or after this important safety program.

Wednesday, November 4    9:00-1:00   Flu Shots by Upper Chesapeake Medical Center

Wednesday, November 4: McFaul Activity Center’s Antiques Road Show, call center for more details

Wednesday, November  18      12:15-1:15  Silver Reader visits.  Come and browse or borrow.  Books of all types in large or regular print, recorded books, music, DVDs, computer access and more.  We would love to see you.

Thursday  November 19      10:30   Wii Bowling We have fun to “spare” so come join us !

Monday, November 23   10:15  Movie and Popcorn

Highland Senior Center
708 Highland Road
Street, MD  21154
410-638-3605

Please call the center for the latest information about activities and hours at the center.

Havre de Grace Activity Center
351 Lewis Lane
Havre de Grace, MD 21078
Phone: (410) 939-5121

Friday, November 6            11:00               Crafting with Terri: create a night light.  This practical and beautiful item will be great to keep or give as a gift.

Tuesday, November 10  1:00    Jewelry Workshop, project:  angel earrings

Thursday, November  12   12:30   Music with Ken King, enjoy an afternoon of music and  refreshments

Friday, November  13              11:15            Fitness Orientation

Friday, November  13              1:00            Center Bingo

Monday through Friday, Fri, November  16-20     Open House Week.  Are you interested in a class, but not sure what’s  involved?  Come and observe a class before Winter Registration begins. Call the center for details.

Tuesday, November  17  11:00  AARP Driving Class.   Register at the front counter to participate in this refresher course.