Veterans Muster brings key veteran resources
The Baltimore County Department of Aging is pleased to announce there will be a Veterans Muster.
The Muster, sponsored by the Towson Elks, is a one-stop shop for veterans and their families to find
resources and programs dedicated to those that have served their country.
Connecting with veteran resources at any age is important to get the attention that any serviceperson
deserves. The Veteran Muster at Expo will offer insights and resources for veterans of all ages and
their families.
“So many veterans out there don’t realize they are eligible for care which makes it so important to let them know what they need to do to follow up on claims and establish service connection,” Michelle
Mills, Deputy Director of the Baltimore County Department of Aging stated, “We are proud to gather as
many resources as we can for them to stroll through the tables and find valuable information.”
On Wednesday, October 30, at Noon, Expo will stop to salute its veterans on the Main Stage with a
presentation of the colors, the pledge and the singing of the national anthem. Expo looks forward to honoring our veterans and their families with resources and tributes during our welcoming ceremony.
Volunteer with RSVP Today for a Brighter Tomorrow
Be sure to stop by the RSVP Volunteer Fair, located in the South Hall. This will be your opportunity to meet with nonprofit and government entities seeking motivated volunteers to join their teams. Learn about the ways you can transport lifesaving donations of blood, deliver food and other goods to food insecure seniors, share the comfort of your pet with those who are lonely and more!
RSVP, more formally known as the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program, is one of the nation’s largest volunteer networks that links individuals ages 55 and over with meaningful opportunities to serve. RSVP volunteers invest in strengthening their communities, while also forging new relationships and feeling a sense of personal satisfaction. Volunteers have the flexibility of choosing where, when and how they want to serve.
Making a difference and building a brighter tomorrow starts with you! Let RSVP connect you with a fulfilling volunteer experience today! Stop by the volunteer fair to meet with RSVP agency partners in Baltimore County. For more information, call 410-887-3101 or email volunteers@baltimorecountymd.gov.
Participating organizations:
- Alzheimer’s Association of Greater Maryland
- American Red Cross (9 a.m. – 12 p.m.)
- Baltimore County Department of Aging Home Team Program
- Baltimore County Department of Aging Ombudsman Program
- Baltimore County Department of Aging Volunteer Center
- CASA of Baltimore
- Gallagher Services
- Gilchrist Services
- Gunpowder Valley Conservancy (12 – 3 p.m.)
- Pets on Wheels (12 – 3 p.m.)
- Senior Craft Gallery
- State Health Insurance Program
Pickleball Palooza
For the first time ever, Baltimore County is offering a Championship Pickleball Tournament sponsored by
Johns Hopkins Health Plans at Expo.
Regional Tournaments have occurred throughout September and early October to find the best of the best at each of our County senior centers that host Pickleball. Each regional tournament had high enthusiasm for this opportunity to challenge each other in fun and sportsmanship.
As each regional tournament concluded, winners were named in each of the age groups, 60-69, 70-79 and 80+, to go to Expo and represent their area at the championship round. If you are a fan of this sport or want to learn more, stop by this area at Expo in North Hall to cheer your favorite center and/or pick up
some playing tips.
Delight in the creative art and writing entries
Discover the extraordinarily creative talents of senior center artists and writers on display at this year’s Creative Arts Show at The Power of Age Expo.
More than 100 masterpieces will be displayed. All work displayed was created by center members. To qualify for participation, art must have been created while the artist was a senior center member or since they were age 60 or older.
Many of these beautiful pieces of art were crafted utilizing skills attained while attending classes held at the individual artist’s senior center. Art featured is from one of nine categories.
The winner in each category will receive a gift card and a special ribbon. Winners will be announced from the main stage for artist and their guests around 4:30 p.m. Each category winner and their artwork will be featured in the “Time of Your Life Digest” newspaper.