Welcome to the Northampton Township James E. Kinney Senior Center!
Our mission is to enhance the lives of individuals ages 55 or better by providing engagement in social, physical and educational opportunities, and to have vital involvement in their community. The center is open to those who live in or outside Northampton Township.
165 Township Road, Richboro, PA 18954
Telephone: 215-357-8199
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Fall/Winter LEAGUES
The Darts League games began on Friday, November 8. Please click on the links below for the schedule and league rules. Copies of the schedule, roster and rules are also available at the front desk.
The Table Shuffleboard League starts on Tuesday, November 12. Please click on the links below for the schedule and league rules. Copies of the schedule, roster and rules are also available at the front desk.
Table Shuffleboard Schedule League Rules
EAGLES PEP RALLY
The center had a VERY successful Pep Rally on Friday, November 8.
Philadelphia Eagles 34 - Dallas Cowboys 6
Thank you to all who participated AND a big thanks to our PR Coordinator, Pete Palestina!
Please click here to see the Pep Rally video on YouTube and here for the article in The Patch.
WORKSHOPS
BILLIARDS - TRICK SHOT SHOW
Please see the "Bus Trips/Shows" section below for information about the Billiards "Trick Shot" Show presented by Steve "Blue Shark" Markle on Monday, December 2 at 10:00 AM. stevemarklepool.com
JOY TO THE WORLD BUS TRIP
The bus trip is on Tuesday, December 10. Tickets can be purchased at the front desk. Please click here for information.
HOLIDAY LUNCHEON
Tickets are on sale NOW! The Luncheon will be held at the Northampton Valley Country Club on on Tuesday, December 17. Please click here for more information and visit the front desk to purchase your tickets.
PARKS AND RECREATION WELCOME LETTER
Please click here to read a letter from Jennifer Fean, director of the Northampton Township Parks and Recreation Department. The senior center will see new and exciting changes coming throughout the fall and winter. Announcements will be made along the way so please stay tuned!
BUS TRIPS
JOY TO THE WORLD
Tuesday, December 10 ~ American Music Theatre
Lunch is at the Shady Maple Restaurant, Lancaster
EVENTS
HOLIDAY LUNCHEON
BILLIARDS SHOWCASE
MEMBERSHIP
The membership year is July 1, 2024 - June 30, 2025. Dues are $30.00.
Renew your membership today to keep the special perks coming! For NEW members, the membership year can begin in April for a few extra months of fun. You can become a member of the senior center if you live outside Northampton Township.
To become a NEW Member Click Here
To RENEW your Membership Click Here
New and renewing members receive an exclusive "Members-Only Perks Packet," a coupon booklet for ELEVEN local business.
MONTHLY CALENDAR
- Wednesday, November 13: Gentle Yoga is canceled.
- Thursday, November 14: TV Trivia Program
- Friday, November 15: Darts and Table Tennis are canceled. The card room is closed.
- Wednesday, November 27: Tap and Expressive Dance/Body Movement classes are canceled.
CLASS HIGHLIGHTS
NEW! Body Movements
Wednesday 12:15 PM - 1:00 PM
This NEW class incorporates ballet, light stretching and contemporary styles of dance. This 40-minute class held weekly, is in a beautiful studio at the Northampton Township Parks and Recreation Center (Newtown-Richboro Road).
Please bring weights and ballet or jazz shoes to the class. For questions, please contact the instructor, Carol, at 215-497-9389.
NEW! Tap Dance for Beginners
Wednesday 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
This class is also held at the Northampton Township Parks and Recreation Center (Newtown-Richboro Road). Please bring ballet shoes. For questions about the class or attire, please contact the instructor, Carol, at 215-497-9389.
ZUMBA GOLD 2 on Wednesday 9:30 AM
Due to the popularity of Zumba Gold (Tuesday 3:00 PM), a second class was added for members to get movin' and groovin' every Wednesday at 9:30 AM.
Beginners Doodles and Drawings on Wednesday 10:00 AM
BEGINNERS drawing will take place every Wednesday at 10:00 AM in the Art Room. No experience necessary! Please bring a drawing pad and pencil. Click here for details.
The Advanced class is held on Thursdays at 10:00 AM.
Please click here for details about the spring/summer leagues: Billiards, Bocce and Golf, and fall/winter leagues: Darts and Table Shuffleboard.
Billiards League, Fall/Winter - October through March: The league plays every Monday at 12:00 PM.
Billiards League, Summer - April through September: Congratulations Team Mets! Click here for tournament photos. Information about the 2025 league will be announced in February.
Bocce - June through September: Information about the 2025 league will be announced in April.
Dart League - November through May: The league meets every Friday at 11:45 AM. Click to view the schedule and league rules.
Golf - April through September: Information about the 2025 league will be announced in February. Games are played every Friday at the Neshaminy Valley Golf Club.
Table Shuffleboard - November through May: The league will begin on Tuesday, November 12 at 9:00 AM / 11:00 AM. Click to view the schedule and league rules.
NEWSLETTER
Fri, Nov 1st
Mon, Jul 1st
Wed, May 1st
Fri, Mar 1st
Wed, Jan 31st
HOW TO HELP
Please click on the links below to see how you or your business can provide support. The senior center has a variety of financial or in-kind options from membership, sponsorship or volunteering.
Thank you!
- Become a member of the center! New members and those who wish to Renew are always welcome.
- Attend our Fundraisers and Events (see the calendar or special event page).
- Sponsor a Program, Special Event or Fundraiser.
- Advertise in our Newsletter.
- Become a Business Supporter for the Members-Only Perks Packet Coupon Book.
- Room Rentals are available for your next party, event or business meeting.
- Purchase Lottery Tickets - GREAT ODDS!
- Celebrate or honor a loved one by purchasing an Engraved Brick.
- Volunteer! Please contact the center for details.
165 Township Road, Richboro, PA 18954
Phone: 215-357-8199
Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday and Thursday 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
The senior center is closed on public holidays. Closures are noted on the monthly activity calendar.
The center follows the Council Rock School District weather-related closure policy. Please visit the Council Rock School District website, local radio or television stations for closing announcements.
The Northampton Township James E. Kinney Senior Center (Council Rock Senior Citizen Association) is funded in part by the County Commissioners, the Bucks County Area Agency on Aging and the Pennsylvania Department of Aging.
The Council Rock Senior Citizen Association of the Northampton Township James E. Kinney Senior Center does not endorse or recommend any commercial products, processes or services advertised in this newsletter. Therefore, any mention of the above cannot be construed as an enforcement or recommendation.