Diakon Living and Learning after 50

10/13/2025

Healthy Steps in Motion
Reduce your risk of falling by joining this evidence-based fall prevention exercise program designed for people ages 60+ of all fitness levels! The one-hour sessions are held twice a week for 4 weeks and are taught by certified instructors. A fall risk screening is offered. Enjoy the benefits of improved balance, strength and flexibility. There is no charge and a guidebook is included. Sessions to be held on Tuesdays and Fridays, November 4th through December 2nd from 10:00 - 11:00 AM at Trinity Lutheran Church, 300 W Arch Street, Pottsville PA 17901. No class on Friday, November 28th. Please call Jenny at 570-624-3017 to register by October 24th.

08/24/2025

IN-PERSON PRESENTATION

Join Diakon Living and Learning After 50 and Boscov’s Travel for a travel presentation to learn about the 2026 travel opportunities including a 10-night Caribbean cruise onboard the Norwegian Escape, sailing August 19 - 29, 2026 and a 4-night Dollywood - Smoky Mountain Christmas motorcoach tour, traveling December 1 - 5, 2026.

The Caribbean cruise highlights include roundtrip transportation to the NYC cruise terminal (no need to fly!), 10-nights accommodations onboard the Norwegian Escape, an unlimited open bar package, a specialty dining package, prepaid shipboard gratuities, $100 onboard credit per stateroom and more! The Dollywood - Smoky Mountain Christmas motorcoach tour highlights include roundtrip motorcoach transportation, 7-meals, the Country Tonite Christmas Show in Pigeon Forge, a day at Dollywood and more! The travel presentation will cover all highlights, inclusions and benefits of traveling with this fun group!

IN-PERSON PRESENTATION DETAILS

Wednesday, September 10 at 6PM

Diakon Community Services

2020 West Norwegian Street

Pottsville, PA 17901

Registration is required. Call Boscov's Travel, Fairlane Village Mall at 570-622-8983 or email bostravpottsville@boscovs.com to save your seat today!

08/15/2025

08/15/2025

🎷✨ Get ready to swing! 🎶
Join us for an enjoyable afternoon of big band magic featuring toe-tapping tunes, smooth saxophones, and all the classic hits you love.

Date: August 17
Time: 3:00 - 5:00
Location: Schuylkill Haven Recreation Center

Bring your friends, tap your feet, and let the music carry you back to the golden age of swing! 💃🕺

07/29/2025

It’s time to escape on the Norwegian Escape to the Caribbean.
Join Diakon Living & Learning After 50 for a cruise of a lifetime, sailing August 19 – 29, 2026, For 10-nights, you will spend time relaxing and exploring the ship, plus enjoying the tropical paradise of Caribbean Islands. What are you waiting for? Join us!
Contact Boscov’s Travel at the Fairlane Village Mall by calling 570-622-8983 or emailing bostravpottsville@boscovs.com to start planning today!

07/24/2025

Today is International Self-Care Day, a reminder that taking care of yourself is not a luxury; it's a necessity.

Even small acts of self-care can make a big difference in how we show up for others. When we care for ourselves regularly, we’re better able to support our families, coworkers, and communities, too.

What’s one thing you can do today just for you?

07/17/2025

Hot off the press!

The summer edition of our Diakon Community Services newsletter is here, and it’s packed with updates, stories, and upcoming events you won’t want to miss!

Read it now:https://www.diakon.org/v3_assets/contentfiles/26/DCS%20Newsletter%20July%202025.pdf

Let us know what you think, and feel free to share with someone who might benefit from our services!

07/16/2025

Class Cancellations at Schuylkill Haven Center this Week

🔸 10:30 AM Seated Yoga – Wednesday, July 16
🔸 9:30 AM Zumba – Thursday, July 17

All classes will resume as scheduled next week.

06/01/2025

Class Notice: Tuesday Evening Zumba Class is moving for the Summer

Starting June 3, our Tuesday evening Zumba class will return to the Schuylkill Haven Senior Center at 340 Haven Street, Schuylkill Haven.

Join us every Tuesday at 5:00 PM for Zumba Gold—a fun, dance-based fitness class designed for active adults, beginners, or anyone looking for a low-impact workout.

Other Zumba Gold Class Options:

Mondays & Thursdays at 9:30 AM
Schuylkill Haven Senior Center – 340 Haven Street

Thursdays from 6:00–7:00 PM
23 Meadowbrook Center – Route 183, Schuylkill Haven

Come dance with us and stay active all summer long!

What can you expect at our Zumba Gold Class?
• Helpful, encouraging instructors
• Great music of all genres
• Participants of all skill levels
• Low Impact
• A welcoming, non-judgmental environment
• A great workout

What you will not find at our Zumba Gold Class!
• Drill sergeant instructors
• Jumping
• Intimidation
• Straining

$6/class - - No registration is needed
Punch cards are available at class - $40/eight classes

Please call ahead if attending a drop in class for the first time as schedule/location is subject to change.

06/01/2025

IN-PERSON TRAVEL PRESENTATION
Join Diakon Living and Learning After 50 and Boscov’s Travel for a travel presentation to learn all about the 2026 travel opportunities including a 10-night Caribbean cruise onboard the Norwegian Escape, sailing August 19 - 29, 2026 and a 4-night Dollywood - Smoky Mountain Christmas motorcoach tour, traveling December 1 - 5 2026.
The Caribbean cruise highlights include roundtrip transportation to the NYC cruise terminal (no need to fly!), 10-nights accommodations onboard the Norwegian Escape, an unlimited open bar package, a specialty dining package, prepaid shipboard gratuities, $100 onboard credit per stateroom and more! The Dollywood - Smoky Mountain Christmas motorcoach tour highlights include roundtrip motorcoach transportation, 7-meals, the Country Tonite Christmas Show in Pigeon Forge, a day at Dollywood and more! The travel presentation will cover all highlights, inclusions and benefits of traveling with this fun group!

IN-PERSON PRESENTATION DETAILS
Wednesday, June 11 at 6PM
Diakon Community Services
2020 West Norwegian Street
Pottsville, PA 17901

Registration is required. Call Boscov's Travel, Fairlane Village Mall at 570-622-8983 or email bostravpottsville@boscovs.com to save your seat today!

05/20/2025

Reminder:
No classes today -- May 21st
Functional Fitness at the Sch. Haven Center
Zumba at Trinity Episcopal Church
Yoga at the Meadowbrook Center

🇺🇸 vote 🇺🇸

05/07/2025

IN-PERSON PRESENTATION
Join Diakon Living and Learning After 50 and Boscov’s Travel for a travel presentation to learn all about the 2026 travel opportunities including a 10-night Caribbean cruise onboard the Norwegian Escape, sailing August 19 - 29, 2026 and a 4-night Dollywood - Smoky Mountain Christmas motorcoach tour, traveling December 1 - 5 2026.

The Caribbean cruise highlights include roundtrip transportation to the NYC cruise terminal (no need to fly!), 10-nights accommodations onboard the Norwegian Escape, an unlimited open bar package, a specialty dining package, prepaid shipboard gratuities, $100 onboard credit per stateroom and more! The Dollywood - Smoky Mountain Christmas motorcoach tour highlights include roundtrip motorcoach transportation, 7-meals, the Country Tonite Christmas Show in Pigeon Forge, a day at Dollywood and more! The travel presentation will cover all highlights, inclusions and benefits of traveling with this fun group!

IN-PERSON PRESENTATION DETAILS
Wednesday, June 11 at 6PM
Diakon Community Services
2020 West Norwegian Street
Pottsville, PA 17901

Registration is required. Call Boscov's Travel, Fairlane Village Mall at 570-622-8983 or email bostravpottsville@boscovs.com to save your seat today!