Programs
The Center on the Hill is OPEN Monday- Friday 9am-5pm with all our practices and protocols in place including (sanitation practices, limited number of participants per class, social distancing, and UV air filters).
THE SPRING NEWSLETTER IS HERE! Click HERE to view, download and print your copy today!
New Online Content is posted here daily Monday – Thursday at Noon. Fitness videos, lectures, games, and much more! CLICK HERE to view the schedule of daily postings.
Find helpful resources on our web page HERE . Updated regularly with important information and resource links you may need during this time.
To find more links and videos previously posted- CLICK HERE to visit our More Online Programming page where all our posts are archived for easy access.
UPCOMING CLASSES & EVENTS:
Registration Required for all classes and events. CLICK HERE to Register Online or Contact 215-247-4654 or email: msaavedra@chestnuthillpres.org to register. Space in all activities is limited for social distancing. Some events are recorded and posted here the following week on Tuesdays.
CHAIR CARDIO Thursdays, April 18, 25, May 2, 23, 30, June 6, 13 and 20 1:00pm- 2:00pm $10/per class
Dance, stretch, move and groove with Megan Do Nascimento for an all levels Chair Cardio Class where we will use light weights, and a fun playlist to get our heart rate and energy levels up. Be prepared to laugh and have fun!
MOVIE MUSICAL CABARET Tuesday, April 30 2:30pm- 3:30pm $5 Starring Rachel DeMasi Light Refreshments Served. In this ‘Movie Musical Show’, there will be a compilation of wonderfully timeless songs that were made famous in various films ranging from the 1930-1990s. With the help from the official list from the American Film Institute’s ‘The 25 Greatest Movie Musicals of All Time’ Rachel handpicked some of her favorites to share with you. Before each song you will find out which movie the songs were in, when they were produced, and even a fun fact or two about the song or film. So, sit back, relax and take a sunny drive through Tinsel Town!
THINGS TO KEEP YOU HEALTHY AND ACTIVE:
Did You See This? Get moving with this great 12 Min Cardio Workout today! Click HERE
Enjoy this great Strength workout today! Click HERE
Help your digestion with this great walking workout for after meals. Click HERE
Get grooving and moving today with this fun 10 minute Dance Workout! Click HERE
Reminder: You can find more fitness links on our More Online Programming page HERE
PRESENTATIONS FROM OUR INSTRUCTORS AND PARTNERS:
Did You See This? Join our community Partner Emily Gavin for this great presentation about Changing Your Dementia Care Mindset! Click HERE
Lyn from 115 Travel returns for a Travel Talk about All Inclusive Vacations! Click HERE
Watch an learn about the importance of Sleep Habits from our Friend Jerri Kohut. Click HERE
More Lessons and Lectures from our instructors can be found on our More Online Programming Page– Click HERE
ART ACTIVITIES AND LECTURES:
Learn about the History of Art up to the Renaissance in this great lecture. Click HERE
Practice your Watercolor painting today with this great still life tutorial. Click HERE
Enjoy this Latin American Art Lecture, all about Ancient Aztec Art. Click HERE
More Art Lessons and Lectures can be found on our More Art Programs page- Click HERE
WATCH AND LEARN PRESENTATIONS:
Watch and Learn about the entire History of the State of Florida, in 16 minutes! Click HERE
Learn about Men’s Clothing from the Medieval Age, and how practical it was, or not! Click HERE
Watch and Learn about the Longest bridge in New York! Click HERE
Watch this great scene from Les Misérables. The National tour will be in Philadelphia this Fall at The Kimmel Center! Click HERE
VIRTUAL TOURS- PLACES YOU CAN VISIT TODAY:
Did You See This? Take a tour of some of the Villages of Madagascar today. Click HERE
Visit warm and wonderful Puerto Rico! Click HERE
Take a tour of colorful South Korea from home today! Click HERE
GAMES, CRAFTS AND ACTIVITIES:
NEW TODAY! Try some easy crafts today that you will be able to use in your home! Click HERE
Try these healthy and delicious Spring meals this season! Click HERE
Learn 3 easy hand stiches that you can use to sew by hand at home. Click HERE
Give your brain a workout today with this fun Road Block Puzzle Game that is free online! Click HERE
MORE INFORMATION:
Visit and subscribe to our YouTube Channel anytime by clicking HERE or visit our Facebook page (click HERE) for more links and to stay in touch!
To be added to our mailing list for bi-weekly emails or for more information, please contact Mariangela Saavedra, Director, at 215.247.4654 or msaavedra@chestnuthillpres.org.
For a complete list of programs, read the most recent issue of At the Center of Things, the newsletter of Center on the Hill. Download our latest newsletter of activities by [clicking here].