Camp Hill Events

CAMPUS OF COURSES
Winter session begins on Monday, January 30, 2012...

It's back to the classroom for people of all ages!  Boscov's invites you to come back to the classroom for the Winter session of our Campus of Courses.  Check over the courses listed, select the ones you like, then register as soon as possible.  Payment is required at the time of registration and may be made in cash, check or with a Boscov's Credit Card only.  Registrations by phone will be taken only for those who are using a Boscov's Credit Card or registering for a FREE class.  Phone registrations MUST be made at the store at which you are taking the class.  To register by phone for Colonial Park classes, please call (717) 540-4222 and for our Camp Hill classes, please call (717) 763-1100 and speak with our Courtesy Desk.  Registration forms can also be mailed to the appropriate stores.  Register early- classes are limited in size.  Registration fee covers instructor's fee- purchase of all supplies is the responsibility of the student and will be noted.

Get Moving!

Ballroom Dance Sampler
Deborah L. Davis, Ballroom Break
Swing into a fun class with your partner while sampling the fun and popular dances of waltz, fox trot and rumba.  Partners preferred, but not required.
#1 COLONIAL PARK:  Mondays, January 30, February 6, 13, 20; 6:30PM-7:30PM...........$26

Zumba Gold
Lisa Lynch- Licensed Instructor
Zumba Gold is a Latin-inspired dance fitness program geared toward inactive adults, older adults and adults with some physical restrictions.  Join Lisa as she leads you in fun, easy-to-learn dance steps to improve your overall physical health.  It is exercise in disguise!  Wear sneakers and bring water.
#2 COLONIAL PARK:  Mondays, January 30, February 6, 13, 20; 10:30AM-11:30AM..........$20

JourneyDance
Aviana & Cityscape at Visionary
JourneyDance invites you out of your mind and into your body.  You will feel connected, grounded, energized and vital.  This holistic fitness practice tones your body and strengthens your core, as you sweat away toxins.  JourneyDance is practiced barefoot and weaves simple, gently guided movement sequences to reconnect you with your state of joy.  All levels of fitness, ages 16 and up, are welcome.  Please wear loose fitting clothing and bring water and a yoga mat or towel.  
#3 COLONIAL PARK:  Wednesdays, February 1, 8, 15, 22; 6PM-7PM.................$15
#4 CAMP HILL:  Thursdays, February 2, 9, 16, 23; 10:30AM-11:30AM..................$15  CANCELLED

Zumba Fitness
Carmen Mills, Zumba Fitness with Carmen
Ditch the workout, join the party!  Zumba fitness classes have memorable music, positive people and dynamic dancing in an enthusiastic atmosphere.  Zumba fitness is for everyone.  All skill and fitness levels are welcome.  You don't need to know how to dance.  Bring water, sneakers (low tread is best) and a smile!
#5 COLONIAL PARK:  Wednesdays, February 1, 8, 15, 22; 7:15PM-8:15PM.................$13

Zumba Fitness
Jennifer Dusart, Workout with Jenn
The Zumba program fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow moves to create a one-of-a-kind fitness program that will blow you away.  Our goal is simple:  We want you to want to work out, love working out and get hooked.  Zumba fanatics achieve long-term benefits while experiencing an absolute blast in one exciting hour of calorie-burning, body-energizing, awe-inspiring movements meant to engage and captivate for life!  Wear sneakers and bring water and a towel.
#6 CAMP HILL:  Wednesdays, February 1, 8, 15, 22; 11AM-Noon........................$20  CANCELLED

Smooth Dancing for the Beginner
Deborah L. Davis, Ballroom Break
Waltz across the dance floor with your partner.  Also included are the fox trot and always popular tango.  These easy, slow ballroom dances are great fun and a good place to start if you are new to ballroom dancing.
#7 CAMP HILL:  Thursdays, February 2, 9, 16, 23; 6:30PM-7:30PM......................$26 CANCELLED

Latin Dancing for the Beginner
Deborah L. Davis, Ballroom Break
Rumba and cha-cha your way to more fun on the dance floor!  Learn the hot salsa (mambo) and the always popular swing.  You've never had this much fun exercising.  Partners preferred but not required.
#8 CAMP HILL:  Thursdays, February 2, 9, 16, 23; 7:30PM-8:30PM.....................$26 CANCELLED

Zumba Fitness
Pamela Kreamer, West Shore Dance and Fitness
The Zumba program is an exhilirating, effective, easy-to-follow, Latin-inspired, calorie-burning dance fitness party that's moving millions of people toward joy and health.  Zumba Fitness is the only Latin-inspired dance fitness program that blends red-hot international music, created by Grammy Award-winning producers and contagious steps to form a "fitness party" that is downright addictive.  Certified Zumba instructor and ZIN member Pamela Kreamer looks forward to sharing the Zumba program with you.  Please bring water and a towel and wear athletic or dance shoes to class.
#9 CAMP HILL:  Fridays, February 3, 10, 17, 24; 6PM-7PM........................$13

Zumba Gold
Pamela Kreamer, West Shore Dance and Fitness
Zumba Gold is a great introduction to Zumba Dance Fitness routines in a low-impact format.  The class is designed for people of all ages who love the music and moves of Zumba, but prefer a less intense workout.  This is a great heart-healthy exercise for those that need a gentle introduction to a fitness regime and those just starting out in Zumba Fitness.  Zumba Gold uses the same elements the fitness party is known for!  Certified Zumba instructor and ZIN member Pamela Kreamer looks forward to sharing the Zumba program with you.  Please bring water and a towel and wear athletic or dance shoes to class.
#10 CAMP HILL:  Saturday, February 19; 11AM-Noon................................$3

Line Dance Fun!
Tamora Stum
Join your friends and learn the Cotton Eyed Joe, Electric Slide, Cupid Shuffle, 16-step and more!  Tamora Stum will teach you fun beginner dances.  Call soon to get your dancing spot.
#11 CAMP HILL:  Friday, February 10; 7PM-8:15PM............................$6
#12 COLONIAL PARK:  Friday, February 17; 7PM-8:15PM...................$6

Women's Self Defense and Awareness R.A.D.
Kimberly Shaw, Fab and Fearless
Join an interactive and empowering program designed to help you protect yourself and reduce your risk of becoming a victim of robbery, rape, burglary or other violent crimes.  Dress comfortably to perform the moves.
#13 COLONIAL PARK:  Tuesday, January 31; 6:30PM-8PM.......................$9  CANCELLED
#14 COLONIAL PARK:  Tuesday, February 21; 6:30PM-8PM......................$9  CANCELLED

Get Healthy, Get Energized!

Ha Ha Helen's Mini Motivational Moments
Helen Szollosy, Lafolot.com
Get a sweet sampling of outlook shift engineering by Ha Ha Helen!  See life from a phresh outlook.  Inner-seeing is believing!  Have an inner yard-sale and release old worn out views.  Be peer positive.  Create a new virtual mentor.
#15 CAMP HILL:  Monday, January 30; 11AM-Noon.............................FREE
#16 COLONIAL PARK:  Tuesday, February 7; 1PM-2PM......................FREE

Laughter Wellness
Helen Szollosy, Lafolot.com
Experience a "Healthy Happy Hour" by Ha Ha Helen, certified Laughter Leader.  Learn healthy socialization with no pressure to participate.  All ages, shapes, sizes and abilities welcome.  Consult with a doctor before participating in deep laughter activity; i.e. asthma, pregnancy, recent surgery, etc.
#17 CAMP HILL:  Monday, February 20; 11AM-Noon.......................FREE
#18 COLONIAL PARK:  Thursday, February 23; 11AM-Noon............FREE

Life (DNA) Activation
Charlie Goedken, Life (DNA) Activation
An introduction to a tremendously empowering process that is on the leading edge of working to maximize your potential.  The Activation is a once and done energetic process that gives you more access to your innate wisdom.  The Work has existed for thousands of years and has had a profound effect on people's lives.  Benefits available from the Activation include:  more peace of mind, more energy and clarity, greater joy, heightened awareness, reducing the chatter in your head, greater intuition, and having a more fulfilled life.  This is authentic, safe and effective.
#19 CAMP HILL:  Tuesday, January 31; 7PM-8:30PM.......................FREE
#20 COLONIAL PARK:  Tuesday, February 14; 7PM-8:30PM.............FREE

7 Secrets to Having Less Pain
Dr. Dave Madeira, Madeira Chiropractic
Seven simple secrets to allow you to feel better, be healthier and have less pain.
#21 COLONIAL PARK:  Thursday, February 9; 6:30PM-7:30PM.................FREE

Do You Know the Computer?

Fundamentals of Your Computer
Kurt Grauf
Now that you have a computer, how do you use it?  What software is on my machine?  Are you afraid to ask computer related questions?  Do not worry; this workshop is for those who wish to sharpen their skills and maximize their computer experience.  Class material is included in the price.  Please bring a pen/pencil for note taking.
#22 COLONIAL PARK:  Thursday, February 2; 6PM-7PM..........................$15
#23 CAMP HILL:  Tuesday, January 31; 6PM-7PM....................................$15

Take the Mysteries Out of Buying a Computer
Kurt Grauf
Ever wonder what type of computer you should buy?  What is RAM, hard drive, CPU speed, etc.?  The salesperson will sell you anything.  Don't worry- take the guesswork out of buying a computer and learn what you should buy to meet your own needs.  If you are currently looking or planning to purchase a new computer, or are just curious, this workshop is for you.  Class material is included in the price.  Please bring a pen/pencil for note taking.
#24 COLONIAL PARK:  Thursday, February 2; 7:30PM-8:30PM.....................$15
#25 CAMP HILL:  Tuesday, January 31; 7:30PM-8:30PM...............................$15

Safeguard Your Computer
Kurt Grauf
Is your computer safe from hackers, Internet pirates and other nasty villains?  Learn what spyware is, ad-ware and other harmful software.  Students will learn how to safely remove viruses, bugs, worms, ad-ware and other potential dangers from your computer.  Class material is included in the price.  Please bring a pen/pencil for note taking.
#26 COLONIAL PARK:  Tuesday, February 7; 6PM-7PM.........................$16
#27 CAMP HILL:  Monday, February 13; 6PM-7PM.................................$16

Surfing the Internet
Kurt Grauf
Ever wondered how to access the Internet, how to send and receive messages from your friends and family, or perform searches on the web?  Students will learn what the world wide web is, how to access the web, how to perform searches, how to set up and maintain an email account, how to send/receive email and much more!  If you are new to the Internet, novice, or wish to fine-tune your Internet skills, this workshop is for you.  Class material is included in the price.  Please bring a pen/pencil for note taking.
#28 COLONIAL PARK:  Tuesday, February 7; 7:30PM-8:30PM..............$16
#29 CAMP HILL:  Monday, February 13; 7:30PM-8:30PM......................$16

Editing and Viewing Your Photos
Kurt Grauf
Have you ever wanted to change the brightness, add text, change color, invert the picture, remove images, or print photos on your own printer?  We will explore how to edit your photos and take your photos to a new dimension of enjoyment!  Class material is included in the price.  Please bring a pen/pencil for note taking.
#30 COLONIAL PARK:  Tuesday, February 14; 6PM-7PM......................$15
#31 CAMP HILL:   Wednesday, February 15; 6PM-7PM.........................$15

Sharing Your Photos with Family and Friends
Kurt Grauf
In this workshop you will learn there are many ways to share photos without leaving your house.  You will find new excitement in taking, sharing and displaying photos.  NOTE:  This is an advanced workshop for those users who already know how to edit their photos or have taken the previous Editing and Viewing Your Photos by the instructor.  Class material is included in the price.  Please bring a pen/pencil for note taking.
#32 COLONIAL PARK:  Tuesday, February 14; 7:30PM-8:30PM..................$15
#33 CAMP HILL:  Wednesday, February 15; 7:30PM-8:30PM......................$15

Effectively Utilize Your Computer
Kurt Grauf
Want to learn how to create, copy and move files and directories within your computer?  Want to diagnose your computer and illustrate active applications that are running?  How about illustrating free space?  In this introductory, interactive workshop, you wil learn this and much more!  Class material is included in the price.  Please bring a pen/pencil for note taking.  Laptops are optional.
#34 COLONIAL PARK:  Thursday, February 23; 6PM-7PM....................$15
#35 CAMP HILL:  Tuesday, February 21; 6PM-7PM..............................$15

Categorize Your Hobbies and Collectibles
Kurt Grauf
Learn how to categorize your hobbies and collectibles by taking this interactive, dynamic workshop.  We will learn how to create an inventory of your possessions, order, search and print the entire list within a few easy steps.  Class material is included in the price.  Please bring a pen/pencil for note taking.  Laptops are optional.
#36 COLONIAL PARK:  Thursday, February 23; 7:30PM-8:30PM......................$15
#37 CAMP HILL:  Tuesday, February 21; 7:30PM-8:30PM................................$15

Introduction to Selling on eBay
Peggy Grant, Publisher of Peggy's Patterns
Learn to sell items on eBay for fun and/or profit.  During this class, students will be introduced to easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions to open an eBay account and a PayPal account, create eBay  auctions, send invoices to buyers, print shipping labels to mail packages, ship within the US or worldwide, and lots more!  A fee of $22 is payable to the instructor for the written information that will be discussed during the class.
#38 CAMP HILL:  Saturday, February 4; Noon-2:30PM.......................$6
#39 COLONIAL PARK:  Tuesday, February 21; Noon-2:30PM..............$6

Selling on eBay- Beyond the Basics
Peggy Grant, Publisher of Peggy's Patterns
This class is for folks who have some knowledge about selling on eBay and wish to acquire some additional information to enhance their eBay selling experience.  Some of the topics include adding many photos to an auction, using size and color to make text more appealing, how to use the "What's It Worth" feature, how to find other members on eBay, how to view feedback of other members, how to revise a live auction, etc.  A fee of $22 is payable to the instructor for the written information that will be discussed during the class.
#40 CAMP HILL:  Saturday, February 4; 2:30PM-5PM..............................$6
#41 COLONIAL PARK:  Tuesday, February 21; 2:30PM-5PM....................$6

It's Your Money!

Financial Planning
Patricia Marschner- Waddell & Reed Financial Advisors, Member SIPC
This workshop will help you understand the whats, whens and whys of the financial planning process.
#42 CAMP HILL:  Monday, January 30; 5:30PM-7PM.........................FREE
#43 COLONIAL PARK:  Tuesday, February 7; 5:30PM-7PM................FREE

Long-Term Care
Patricia Marschner- Waddell & Reed Financial Advisors, Member SIPC
We will cover the basics of LTC insurance and who needs it, the cost of LTC care and more.  Reviewing your options before you actually need insurance can provide peace of mind.
#44 CAMP HILL:  Monday, January 30; 7PM-8:30PM............................FREE
#45 COLONIAL PARK:  Tuesday, February 7; 7PM-8:30PM..................FREE

Real Estate Investing in 2012
Tim Maue, Associate Broker- Berks Property Exchange LLC
Learn the basics of real estate investing for 2012 and beyond.  Topics include: current market overview, lessons learned from the crash, creating a plan and portfolio, building a team, characteristics of a desirable property, locating properties, financing properties and property management.
#46 COLONIAL PARK:  Saturday, February 4; 11:30AM-1PM.....................FREE
#47 CAMP HILL:  Saturday, February 11; Noon-1:30PM.............................FREE

Drive Safely!

AARP Driver Safety Refresher Program ( 4 hours)
AARP Instructor
Older drivers 55+ will understand effects of aging on driving, learn driving strategies, update knowledge of state laws, understand today's roads and users and identify when it's no longer safe to drive.  Must provide proof of having taken previous 8 hour driver safety course.  Fee payable to AARP.
#48 COLONIAL PARK:  Thursday, February 9; 1PM-5PM.....$12 AARP members, $14 non-members
#49 CAMP HILL:  Saturday, February 25; 10:30AM-3:30PM...$12 AARP members, $14 non-members

AARP Driver Safety Program (8 hours)
AARP Instructor
For drivers age 55 and older.  This program teaches strategies, deals with aging issues and how to cope with today's highways.  PA residents with good driving records become eligible for a 5% discount on their auto insurance premiums for 3 years.  Fee is payable to AARP.
#50 CAMP HILL:  Monday, February 6; 10AM-6PM.........$12 AARP members, $14 non-members
#51 COLONIAL PARK:  Wednesday, February 15 & Thursday, February 16; 1PM-5PM......$12 AARP members, $14 non-members

Get Crafty!

Design by Experience
Rosanne Fischer
Come take this class to learn aspects of decorating by a professional.  Learn furniture arranging, choosing colors and accessories and learn how to put themes together.  Also participate in making arrangements for tablescapes.
#52 CAMP HILL:  Wednesdays, February 1, 8, 15, 22; 1PM-2PM..............FREE

Penny Rug Candle Mat
Betsy Anderson
A needleart done in felt with a Valentine theme.  Please bring to class general sewing supplies, paper scissors, sharp scissors and glasses if needed.  A $10 material fee is payable to the instructor at class.
#53 CAMP HILL:  Wednesday, February 1; 5:30PM-8:30PM

Hand Quilting- White on White
Betsy Anderson 
A 15-in. design that can be a pillow or wall hanging heart design.  You will need to bring to class general hand sewing supplies, a 12- or 14-in. hoop if you have one and glasses, if needed.  We will learn to transfer patterns, match edges and stay, knot and stitch.  A $10 material fee is payable to the instructor at class.  Hoops will be available for use if needed.
#54 CAMP HILL:  Wednesday, February 8; 5:30PM-8:30PM

Sweatshirt Painting
Betsy Anderson
A spring floral design on a white or off-white shirt.  Please bring to class a flat back cookie sheet, sweatshirt, washed and dried (NO fabric softener) and glasses if needed.  A $10 material fee is payable to the instructor at class.
#55 CAMP HILL:  Wednesday, February 22; 5:30PM-8:30PM

Introduction to Beekeeping
Everything you always wanted to know about honeybees.  You can build your own hive and install bees in April.  You will learn about bees, honey, beeswax ointments and hand cream.  A hands-on class to start a hobby to sell honey or put a hive in your flower garden.  You will enjoy this class.  All materials are included!
#56 COLONIAL PARK:  Thursdays, February 2, 9, 16, 23; 6:30PM-8:30PM..............$10  FULL

Intro to Card Making
Susan Drummer, Stampin Up
This is card making for beginners.  Make 3 cards and take them home the same day.
#57 CAMP HILL:  Tuesday, February 7; 6PM-8PM......................FREE

Wilson's Workshop- Scrapbooking Made Easy
Lori Wilson, Wilson's Workshop
Learn how easy scrapbooking can be!  Bring 3 to 6 of your favorite photos.  Photos not needed to participate.  We will be making a 12x12 page design that you can put into a fram or in your scrapbook.  A $15 material fee is payable to the instructor at class.
#58 COLONIAL PARK:  Wednesday, February 8; Noon-2PM  CANCELLED
#59 CAMP HILL:  Monday, February 13; Noon-2PM
#60 CAMP HILL:  Monday, February 20; 6PM-8PM  CANCELLED
#61 COLONIAL PARK:  Wednesday, February 22; Noon-2PM  CANCELLED

Intermediate Card Making & Paper Crafts
Susan Drummer, Stampin Up
This class is for more experienced stampers.  You will make 3 cards and complete one other project.  A $15 material fee is payable to the instructor on the night of class.
#62 CAMP HILL:  Tuesday, February 14; 6PM-8PM

Make and Take Gifts
Susan Drummer, Stampin Up
In this class you will be guided to make and take 3 paper gifts.  You will make a desk caddy, flower pin and a third project.  A $15 material fee is payable to the instructor at class.
#63 CAMP HILL:  Tuesday, February 21; 6PM-8PM

Starting a Grandma/Grandpa Camp for Your Grandchildren
Learn how to organize a day camp program at your home for your grandchildren.  It will include an introductory letter, how to set up a day's worth of activities, ideas for outside trips, samples and instructions for craft projects, ideas for activities and games and a memory follow up when it's over.  Please bring a notebook and pen to class.
#64 CAMP HILL:  Monday, February 20; 1PM-3PM...................$3
#65 COLONIAL PARK:  Friday, February 24; 1PM-3PM.............$3

Learn Something New!

Beginner Spanish
Alex Craft
Beginner Spanish offers the first steps into Spanish with an emphasis on conversation.  Over 4 weeks and 8 classes, we will cover several areas of conversation, including introducing yourself, where you're from, numbers and questions.  We will also cover the building blocks of Spanish, such as pronunciation and sentence structure.  Bring a notebook and pen.
#66 CAMP HILL:  Tuesdays and Fridays, January 31 to February 24; 11AM-Noon............$15

Diversity in Hair
This class is for anyone who is caring for a child with a different texture hair than their own.  This class is great for foster and adoptive parents as well as cross-cultural families. The class will talk about proper care for the hair, myths, and ways to make your child's hair more manageable.
#67 COLONIAL PARK:  Saturday, February 11; 3PM-4:30PM........................FREE

Being an Excellent Volunteer
Michael A. Sand, Sand Associates
The author of 'How to Manage an Excellent Nonprofit Organization' will hold this workshop to teach each attendee how to serve as an excellent volunteer for a nonprofit organization.  What information should you know before volunteering for an organization?  How can you solve problems that arise at the work site?
#68 COLONIAL PARK:  Saturday, February 25; 10AM-Noon...........................$15

Effective Fundraising Skills
Michael A. Sand, Sand Associates
The author of 'The Essential Nonprofit Fundraising Handbook' will hold this workshop and will stress the techniques for planning a successful fundraising program.  It will review special events as well as annual fundraising campaigns.
#69 COLONIAL PARK:  Saturday, February 25; 1PM-3PM...............................$15

Travel the World!

Journey West
Boscov's Travel Department
Join travel professionals from Journey West and Boscov's Travel and experience the breathtaking scenery, rich cultural history and wide-open spaces of our Western adventures.  New tours as well as our favorites will be available.  Please call to reserve your seat.
#70 COLONIAL PARK:  Saturday, February 4; 2PM-4PM....................FREE
#71 CAMP HILL:  Saturday, February 4; 6PM-7:30PM.........................FREE

CELL PHONE DONATIONS
Boscov's and the 911 Cell Phone Bank have partnered to promote responsible cell phone recycling and provide emergency communications to those in need. 

Customers who have used cell phones are encouraged to drop them off at the Customer Service desk at any Boscov's location.  Collected cell phones will be sent to the 911 Cell Phone Bank for processing.  In return, the 911 Cell Phone Bank will provide law enforcement in communities served by Boscov's with free emergency cell phones for seniors and victims of abuse.

About 911 Cell Phone Bank:
The 911 Cell Phone bank is an initiative of The Charitable Recycling Foundation, Inc., a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.  It was created to provide an ongoing and readily available source of emergency cell phones to meet unexpected and urgent needs of vulnerable residents in communities nationwide.  Since its inception, the 911 Cell Phone Bank has generated more than 80,000 emergency cell phones for victim services organizations nationwide.