SRC 25th Anniversary Picnic a Huge Success!
Thanks to everyone who attended the SRC 25th Anniversary Picnic on June 7th at the Ballenger Creek Park. Eighty-seven of you enjoyed an afternoon of great food and fellowship. The weather was perfect, with a gentle breeze, overcast sky, and no bugs or flying insects.
We were honored to have three special guests from the very first elected SRC Board of Directors, Carolyn Fishack, Helen Schley, and Doris (Dot) Bailey. Each spoke for a few minutes about the early days of the SRC. It was interesting to hear how this organization got started, how things have changed over the years, and how many things have stayed the same, such as the one dollar fee that is still collected each time we come to exercise.
Thanks to all of you who helped organize, set up, run, and clean up. It takes an army of people to be able to run an event such as this. Many thanks to all who dedicated your time and energy to make the picnic an enjoyable experience.
About Us
The Frederick County Senior Recreation Council (SRC) is a group of seniors who get together to promote wellness offering activities for mind and body to Frederick County (MD) residents who are 50 years and older. The SRC is a non-profit volunteer organization operating under the Frederick County Division of Parks and Recreation.
The SRC was formed in 1994 by a few Frederick County Seniors, and now in our 25th year we have over 400 members.
Background
We offer a variety of regular programs and activities. Some are conducted year round and others are seasonal. Any Frederick County resident age 50 or older may join by registering.
Registration
Activities
Basketball
Held at the Walkersville Recreation center on Tuesday evenings from November through April. We meet from 6:30 – 8:30 pm. Call Adrian at 301-662-6623
Bicycling
We meet in Frederick and then head out of town to rail trails, the C&O Towpath, battlefields, and other parks and byways. Trails are off road and many are paved. We ride from April into November, usually every other Thursday. Contact Kathy at 301-606-0064
Book Groups
We have two book groups. They meet monthly.
The Taney Book Group meets on the second Tuesday of each month at 10:00 a.m. at the Frederick Senior Center on Taney Avenue. Call Maxine at 301-644-5856.
The Talley Book Group meets on the third Monday of each month at 10:15 at the William R. Talley recreation Center on the corner of Second and Bentz Street. Call Jane at 501-658-8680.
Bridge Groups
Tuesday Bridge meets at Creekside at Taskers Chance Senior Apartments each Tuesday from 8:45 a.m. – noon. Contact Cynthia at 301-898-7166.
Thursday Bridge is held at the Spring Ridge Senior Apartments on Thursdays from 1-4. Contact Judy at 336-662-2889 .
Duckpin Bowling
Our Duckpin bowling group meets on Thursday afternoons from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Walkersville Bowling Center. The cost is less than $3 per game. We always welcome new bowlers. You may reach Gerry at 240-651-1865.
Golden Tones Senior Chorus
The Golden Tones practice at the Frederick Senior Center on Taney Avenue each Monday at 1:30 p.m. Each week we perform at one of the nursing homes, assisted living facilities, or a senior center in Frederick County. Our repertoire includes show tunes, popular standards, and familiar tunes that audiences remember from past years. Contact Mary Ann at 301-371-7533.
Exercise
Held Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at the William R. Talley Recreation Center on the corner of Second and Bentz Street. We start at 9:00 a.m. and exercise until 10:10. We start with aerobics, then add stretch bands on Monday, hand-weights on Wednesday, and stretching on Friday. We also do floor exercises. Call Jack at 301-524-6948.
Easy Hikes
Our easy hikes are from 3 to 6 miles on terrain with good footing and little or no elevation change. The pace is adjusted to the speed of the group. We hike on Tuesdays from April-June and September-October (weather permitting). Call Dick at 703-915-1488.
Moderate Hikes
These hikes are for more advanced hikers. They are 5-7 miles in length on uneven ground and hills. To join us on moderate hikes you must first participate in an easy hike. Like the easy hikes we hike from April-June and September-October (weather permitting). Easy hikes and moderate hikes are on alternate Tuesdays. Call Ray at 301-662-6315.
Softball
We play softball at Pinecliff Park from April through September. We practice on Wednesdays at 6:00 p.m. Games begin in May and are held on Fridays at 6:30 & 8:30 p.m. This SRC activity is open to women over 40 and men over 50. Call Adrian at 301-662-662
Other Resources for Seniors
Frederick News-Post Senior Living
Information about current SRC programs and activities can be found in the Senior Living section of the Frederick News-Post.
https://www.fredericknewspost.com/terms/printview/senior_living