Beazley Senior Center

05/28/2021

As of Tuesday, June 1st, Beazley Senior Center will no longer require masks for members and staff who are vaccinated. All non-vaccinated individuals MUST continue to wear a mask for their own safety and others.

The social distancing requirement will also be relaxed. You may sit at your workstation without the worry of getting too close and talk to others freely unless someone expresses otherwise.

Please be aware that COVID 19 is still “out there” and the relaxed requirements do not mean all is back to “normal.” It is encouraged for all to continue the use of hand sanitizer and hand washing throughout the day. The Center will also continue to disinfect equipment and work areas as before.

Getting the vaccine can be a choice for some and not others. Keeping with the BSC policy of respecting others, personal opinions should be kept to yourself. The Center has made accommodations for all to attend whether you have been vaccinated or not.

We will inform you of future changes as new data from the CDC and the State of Virginia becomes available.

03/10/2021

Northam: More mass vaccination clinics, hopes for a fully vaccinated Virginia by summer

Hello Members! Posting this just in case you haven't seen the story.

Governor Ralph Northam said the only community vaccination clinic in Hampton Roads will be in Portsmouth and it will happen sometime next week.

01/22/2021

Portsmouth begins Phase 1b COVID-19 vaccinations on Jan. 26

Hope this may help if your looking to get the covid vaccine!

The City of Portsmouth announced the city would begin Phase 1b of COVID-19 vaccination distribution on Tuesday, Jan. 26. People can call, email or sign up online.

01/11/2021

Dear Members,

Unfortunately, we have a case of COVID-19 positive within our membership. The last time this member visited the Center was on Tuesday, Jan. 5th and developed a fever soon after. They immediately went for a test and it was positive.

Since we make the health of our members and staff our utmost priority, we will be closed until Monday, Jan. 25th as a precaution.

To our knowledge, no staff or other members have reported being sick. Rest assured that we will sanitize the Center and be ready for your return or Monday, Jan. 25th. If circumstances should change the reopening date, you will be notified by email and posted on Facebook.

Thank you for your understanding.

Donna M. Russell
Executive Director
Beazley Senior Center

12/21/2020

Beazley Senior Center updated their business hours.

Beazley Senior Center updated their business hours.

12/21/2020

Wishing all the best during the holidays!
BSC will be closed from Wed., Dec. 23rd through Jan. 1st. Reopen on Monday, Jan. 4th

09/11/2020

New class offering! EDITED

Introduction to Meditation
Join Susan as she teaches her first class at the Center.
Meditation helps you focus on the present, which can improve your concentration on other tasks in daily life. Meditation encourages you to slow down, allows for deeper self-reflection, and can help you discover positive attributes about yourself. Meditation can also improve your memory.
A specific form of meditation that may be particularly helpful is Kundalini, which focuses on primal energy. Kundalini meditation is a way of channeling your energy and releasing yourself from stress and living on "auto-pilot." You will leave class feeling renewed and relaxed.
Starts Wednesday, Oct. 7th
Every Wednesday from 10:15 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Cost: Free
Bring a yoga mat or sit in chair.
Instructor: Susan Phillips, Certified Yoga Instructor, Specialty Kundalini Meditation
Register with Susan.

09/01/2020

Move & Revive
is coming back in October!

Move & Revive will be back in October on Mondays and Wednesdays from 8:45 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. with a maximum capacity of 17 per class.

So that we can accommodate more participants during this time of COVID, members will only be able to sign up for just one of those days, once per week.

Cost will be $10 per month. If you have any questions or would like to register, please see Susan.

08/18/2020

Student and instructor work making clay boxes with lids. Part of Beginning Ceramics class!

08/07/2020

Results from a beginner clay class today - Pinch Pots with instructor, Taunya Taylor. Good job students!!! You are on your way to bigger and better!

07/01/2020

Beazley Senior Center—Portsmouth, Virginia

BSC will partially reopen on Monday, July 6th. Please refer to the notice sent out to you or the BSC website for details, www.beazleyseniorcenter.org.

Beazley Senior Center offers classes in dance, ceramics, Tai Chi, art, etc., and holds regularly scheduled programs such as bingo, woodcarving, movies and exercise, etc. It is a place where seniors can socialize, be active and creative, relax and have fun!

05/28/2020

Hello everyone!!
Wanted to see how you are all faring during this crazy time. Post a note and let all know! Staff misses you so much!

Update on the Center reopening will be posted and emailed in the near future. Just remember, we are all thinking of you!

05/02/2020

Hello members! We miss you terribly. Hope you are staying safe and this WILL be over eventually. We will just have to stick it out. Love, Center Staff!

04/18/2020

Ok we have ducks coming for visits and we really need a haircut!!!

04/17/2020

It's Gone Viral

It's Gone Viral

Checking my progress after my January diet like... 😭😂

04/17/2020

When we reopen, whose game to start a weight loss group? I will need a lot of help and support, ha!!!! But true.

03/31/2020

Hello Members. I hope all are well. Looks like we will be closed for awhile. Just have to take it a day at a time as we all see how this pandemic plays out. We are missing and thinking about all of you. For the gardeners, we changed our staff hours to 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Know, however, that these hours may change again. Better to call the Center first before coming in to work on garden.

03/20/2020

Being productive while we are closed! Beautiful!!!! Actually I’m just watching😁

03/20/2020

Look to all doing paint by numbers! I finally received the one of my son in the mail! Perfect something to do while stuck at home!

03/19/2020

We miss all of our members!
This all feels soooo surreal!
Stay safe! Hoping all will be over in the NEAR future.

03/13/2020

***IMPORTANT NOTICE***

Beazley Senior Center will be closed starting Monday, March 16th until further notice as a precaution to prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus.

While the majority of people recover from the virus, public health officials and the medical community tell us that adults age 60 and older and those with pre-existing medical conditions have a greater risk of serious illness. Therefore, Beazley Senior Center is taking this step to reduce the chances of infection and to keep our members safe.

BSC staff will continue to be at the Center during the closure, and we will keep you updated as to when the Center may reopen. Unfortunately, we will have to reschedule a few already planned events, and we will notify you as soon as we can once we reopen.

03/09/2020

The Center is a very public place. Please read the following copied from the CDC website regarding the coronavirus.

This is especially important for the elderly with compromised immune system!

There is currently no vaccine to prevent coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to this virus. However, as a reminder, CDC always recommends everyday preventive actions to help prevent the spread of respiratory diseases, including:

Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.
Stay home when you are sick.
Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe.
Follow CDC’s recommendations for using a facemask.
CDC does not recommend that people who are well wear a facemask to protect themselves from respiratory diseases, including COVID-19.
Facemasks should be used by people who show symptoms of COVID-19 to help prevent the spread of the disease to others. The use of facemasks is also crucial for health workers and people who are taking care of someone in close settings (at home or in a health care facility).
Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.
If soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol. Always wash hands with soap and water if hands are visibly dirty.

12/16/2019

MCA events

Wow! You go!!!!!! Awesome!!!

Age is just a number! ❤️

09/26/2019

This is Charlotte Russell. She comes out every night to build her web and takes it down in the morning for the last two weeks. Letting my dogs out in the morning, I have run into her web multiple times. Ugh!

09/05/2019

The Center will be closed Thursday and Friday due to the potential heavy rain and winds from hurricane Dorian.

08/16/2019

Cool cool cool!

07/01/2019

We have some new additions to the Center. Newly hatched blue bird babies! Sooooo cute!

05/18/2019

2019 Volunteer Luncheon at Dock of the Bay restaurant in Portsmouth! Thank you again volunteers!!!!!

05/18/2019

BSC Texas Hold’em 2019 Tournament of Champions! Fun time! Congrats!

11/26/2018

The Beazley Beez getting ready for all their holiday performances!!!

09/19/2018

The Fired Arts Studio will be closed on Monday, Sept. 24th from 10:00 - 1:00. You may use the Studio after 1:00.

We will be making up our Mug Class that was cancelled due to the threat of hurricane. Thank you!

09/12/2018

As you have noticed, the Center has been closed since Tuesday. Portsmouth Public Schools announced they would be closed until further notice due to the impending inclement weather due to the hurricane. Even though the weather has been nice the last few days, I believe the mandatory evacuations were the reason for the closures. In any case, the staff did go in and we did a lot of cleaning! Ha! Staff will NOT be at the Center Thursday or Friday.

Please, all be safe and prepared. Before coming in Monday, check local news for closures.

05/20/2018

Notice! Our little creature is MISSING! Reward for anyone with information regarding the cold hearted kidnapping of this little guy😞. We will find the person responsible and you will be prosecuted!!

05/04/2018

Gardeners have planted!!!! Flower garden looks awesome Justyn!

05/04/2018

Look what is popping up at the Beazley Senior Center!!!!

Look what is popping up at the Beazley Senior Center!!!!