Special Events and Speakers
All Programs are In Person, via Zoom, or Both, as noted
Please call 610 664-2366 to register, or RSVP online by clicking the buttons below
Please call 610 664-2366 to register, or RSVP online by clicking the buttons below
Please Note: New Horizons staff are available onsite on weekdays ONLY.
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Special Event(s):
March 2026 New Horizons offers various special events throughout the year. From Book Readings, to Films, to Plays, you never know what is coming next! Last Session: March 16 at 1:00 PM: Film Screening: "Imitation of Life": Join New Horizons in a celebration of Black History month and watch this timeless classic where two mothers, from two very different walks of life, struggle to balance personal desire with the love they bear their children in a society dominated by white males. When aspiring white actress Lora Meredith meets down on her luck African American Annie Johnson in a New York park, Annie’s daughter Sarah Jane immediately befriends Lora’s daughter Susie. Seeing a chance for all four to prosper, Lora and Annie strike a deal, and Annie becomes Lora’s live-in housekeeper, looking after both girls while Lora pursues her dreams of stardom. But as Lora’s career takes off, her relationship sours with Susie, who is missing her mother. And as the years progress and racial prejudice becomes worse, Annie loses her connection with light-skinned Sarah Jane, who is desperate to leave the life of an African American woman behind, no matter the cost. Tensions mount as choices are made, leading to both triumph and tragedy in this dramatic tale of love, prejudice, and social climbing that asks the question, is there any price too high, when you chase a dream? Optional Lunch: Cheeseburger (Please register for the meal by Wednesday, March 11 at Noon) In Person ONLY at Narberth Borough Hall
Last Session: Monday, March 16 at 1:00 PM: Film Screening Further Upcoming Sessions: TBD |
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Guest Special Interest Presenter(s):
March 2026 with acclaimed filmmaker David Blocj=k New Horizons hosts various presenters at the Center, both in person and on Zoom. in the past, the topics have been as varied as End of Life Planning, Making Baseball Gloves, Watching Indian Dance, and everything in between. You never know what new and exciting topic will be at the Center next! March 31 at 1:00 PM: "Brewing Possibilities": Acclaimed filmmaker David Block comes to New Horizons on Tuesday, March 31 at 1:00 PM to present his “blockumentary” on Narberth’s own GET Café. The GET Café is a unique dining establishment where all abilities and skills are welcome. Come to New Horizons and learn about the people and mission of this extraordinary establishment located right around the corner, in downtown Narberth. Optional Lunch: Sliced Turkey w/ Stuffing and Gravy, served at Noon. (Please register for the meal by Wednesday, March 25.) In Person ONLY at Narberth Borough Hall
Tuesday, March 31 at 1:00 PM Upcoming Session: TBD |
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AARP Safe Driving (Refresher) Course:
December 2024 – NEXT CLASS TBD. CHECK BACK AT THIS SPACE FOR MORE INFO All drivers 65 years and older are invited to come to this refresher course on Safe Driving taught by AARP. The four-hour course has offered millions of drivers the skills and tools needed to drive safely on today's roads, allowing them to remain independent for years to come. Come to New Horizons and learn the tricks and tips you need! -- Refresh your driving skills -- Learn about normal age-related physical changes and how to adjust to them -- Discover proven methods to keep you and your loved ones safe on the road -- Reduce your chances of receiving a traffic violation, getting into an accident, of becoming injured -- Learn techniques to handle left turns, right-of-ways, and roundabouts Available to everyone 65 and older who has already taken the 8 hour Driver Safety Course. This refresher course offers a chance to renew your knowledge and continue to receive a discount on your insurance* *Note: While most insurance companies do offer the discount associated with this program, it is best to contact your insurance company directly to find out if they offer it, and how to apply for it. In Person ONLY at Narberth Borough Hall
Last Session: Friday, December 6, 2024 from 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM (There will be a 1/2 hour break for lunch. You can bring your own or register for a catered lunch by Wednesday, November 27) Catered Lunch Menu: Sliced Turkey w/ Roasted Garlic Gravy and French Onions, Whipped Sweet Potatoes, Brussel Sprouts, Sugar Cookie
Please call 610 664-2366 BEFORE December 6 to check on lunch availability! |
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Legislative Update:
May 2025 with Amanda Cappelletti, State Senator, 17th District Various representatives come to New Horizons at different times of the year to offer an in-depth look at the current state of the legislature and show how your government is working for you. Last Session: May 2025: State Senator Amanda Cappelletti. Join State Join State Senator Amanda Cappelletti for an in-depth look at the current state of the legislature. Hear how your government is working to help you and to make life better for everyone. Learn of upcoming legislation and ongoing projects...and bring your burning questions about the state of the state. (Stay and enjoy a delicious lunch dish of Sliced Beef Merlot, served at Noon. (Please register for the meal by May 7.) In Person ONLY at Narberth Borough Hall
Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 10:00 AM Upcoming Session: TBD |
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Special Speaker: History:
May 2026 Holocaust Presentation: "March of the Living" with Sydney Wolfson Various speakers and presenters offer their historical expertise to interested participants. Join with other history enthusiasts to learn about different pivotal moments in history and how they shaped our world today. Next Session: May 2026: “Holocaust Presentation -- “March of the Living””: Two Days, Two Locations: Last month, 8,000 individuals journeyed to Poland for the annual “March of the Living” a week of Holocaust education and memory that included a literal walk from Auschwitz to Birkenau on April 16, Yom HaShoah – Holocaust Remembrance Day. Led by 50 Holocaust survivors, representatives from dozens of countries walked arm in arm following a trail that once meant death, transforming it into a symbol of resilience, memory, and hope. Among those who traveled to participate in this program was Bryn Mawr native and Harriton High School Senior Sydney Wolfson. Over a 10-day period Sydney journeyed to various locations in Poland alongside Holocaust survivor Sami Steigmann, hearing Sami’s tales of that terrible time while seeing for herself the places where those stories took place. Now, on two separate dates in May, Sydney comes to New Horizons to share Sami’s stories with a new audience and to discuss her own experiences during this year’s march. Join Sydney and New Horizons on May 11 at Narberth Borough Hall and on May 14 at Ashbridge House to learn of the march and its goals, to share personal tales and memories of the Holocaust era, and to reflect on the lessons learned in the aftermath of this tragic time in the world’s history and how those lessons can be applied today in each person’s daily life. Optional Lunch at Narberth Borough Hall on May 11: Cheeseburger w/ whole wheat roll (Please call 610 664-2366 ASAP to register for the meal) No lunch is available at Ashbridge on May 14, but snacks will be provided. In Person ONLY at Narberth Borough Hall
Monday, May 11, 2026 at 10:30 AM (Optional Lunch: Cheeseburger) In Person ONLY at Ashbridge House Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 1:00 PM |
Sydney Wolfson is a native of Bryn Mawr and a Senior at Harriton High School with a background in Jewish education. She is currently engaged in a Senior project exploring the impact of Holocaust education upon her daily life. As part of this endeavor, she traveled to Poland in April and attended the annual "March of the Living" where she met Holocaust survivor Sami Steigmann. Her presentation is both a reflection of Sami's tales of that time and of her own personal experiences in modern day Poland as she followed in the footsteps of those who had been lost.
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Special Speaker: Home Help:
May 2025 "Downsizing Made Easy" with Special Guests Anna Bumbera and Mia Bloomfield, Realtors, Compass Real Estate Carrie Kauffman, Founder, Carrie's Essential Services Jennifer Milani, Founder, Lower Merion Cares (Nonprofit) Shawn Yocum, AnnieMac Home Mortgage – CashBridge Program Speakers and Presenters offer insight on how to handle the various changes and challenges that occur in and around the home as we grow older. Join other interested participants to learn simple tips and tricks to making life easier in your home as you age. Last Session: Mary 2025: "Downsizing Made Easy" Various experts come to New Horizons to discuss how to navigate the downsizing process with ease, care, and confidence. Join Realtors Anna Bumbera and Mia Bloomfield, Downsizing Expert Carrie Kauffman, Community Aide Jennifer Milani, and Mortgage Specialist Shawn Yocum and learn about practical tips and valuable resources to make the dreaded task easy, cheap, and stress free. Everyone is welcome, and don’t forget to bring your questions! Come early and enjoy a delicious dish of Chicken Marsala, served at Noon. (Please register for the meal by May 7) In Person ONLY at Narberth Borough Hall:
Monday, May 12, 2025 at 1:00 PM Upcoming Session: TBD |
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Special Speaker: Law / Finance:
November 2024 "Getting Your Ducks in a Row" with Calvary Cemetery Various experts offer insight on how to handle the many differing legal and financial challenges we all face as we grow older. Offered only a few times a year, this program hosts different speakers who address such varying concerns as Budgeting for Retirement, Medicaid and Medicare, and Wills, among other topics. Last Session: November 2024: "Getting Your Ducks in a Row" Representatives from Calvary Cemetery come to New Horizons to give a presentation on how to plan for the end. It can be difficult to determine what needs to be done to make sure that all your desires are fulfilled. Come to this advance planning seminar and learn a simple roadmap to get all your ducks in a row to ensure that your final arrangements are exactly what you wish. Stop by early and enjoy Ice Cream and Pastries during the Dessert Social at 12:15! In Person ONLY at Narberth Borough Hall
Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at 1:00 PM Upcoming Session: TBD |
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