Frequently Asked Questions
Is membership required to participate in programs or events at Encore Experiences?
Participation in programs is open to the entire community, regardless of paid membership status. Paid membership is optional. The membership year runs July 1 - June 30 each year. Membership is a $15.00 annual fee for the first household member and $5.00 for each additional household member. Membership benefits include voting status at Members Council meetings; our newsletter, “The Encore Bulletin” mailed to your home bimonthly; and other community discounts.
What is your participation policy?
Programs and activities are specifically designed to benefit those in our community aged 55 or older, or disabled of any age. For a full copy of our Participation Eligibility Policy, click here.
Do you publish a newsletter and how much does it cost?
Yes! Our newsletter is available to members only. See membership information in first question.
Will I need to complete any forms before participating in programs or events?
It is our policy to request that each attendee completes a Participant Registration Form. This helps us apply for additional funding and gives us vital information in case of incident/emergency. If you've never been here before, you can save time by clicking here to complete the Participant Registration Form ahead of time. Feel free to complete it and send it in via mail, email or in person. We would love to give you a tour! Once we have this information you will receive a swipe card that fits on your key chain. You must use this swipe card to register your attendance (check in) on the My-Senior-Center computer each time you are at Encore Experiences.
Do you serve lunch or offer take-out meals in your café?
The Café is also open to the entire community and everyone is welcome. Eligible persons, aged 60 and above or disabled, (or the spouse of an eligible person), are requested to make an anonymous, voluntary contribution of $2.00 for the daily special. The community member price (persons under the age of 60) is $5.95. Other soup, salad, and sandwich options are available at reasonable prices. We are open and offer continental style breakfast starting at 8:00 AM. Lunch is served from 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM. Click here to see our daily lunch specials. Special luncheons are also offered at Encore Experiences throughout the year. These luncheons may be cultural or theme based and require early registration. During special luncheons, The Encore Café is not open to the public.
Take-out is available on all Encore Café dine-in menu items. Click here
Dinner's Ready Frozen Meals To Go are available for take-out also. Click here
What are your hours?
Labor Day – Memorial Day:
Monday, Tuesday,Wednesday 8:00AM to 4:00PM;
Thursdays 8:00AM to 8:00PM;
Friday 8:00AM to 4:00PM
Summer Hours: Memorial Day – Labor Day:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 8:00AM to 4:00PM;
Thursdays 8:00AM to 8:00PM;
Friday 8:00AM to 3:00PM
I don’t have a car, what type of transportation is available to and from Encore Experiences?
We partner with TransNET, the Suburban Transit Network of Montgomery County. Some of our participants utilize the Shared Ride Program. This is a reduced fare transportation program for residents of Montgomery County who are age 65 or older. Free transportation to and from Encore Experiences is possible for those who meet the age requirement and attend the Center between the hours of 10:00AM – 2:00PM. Our staff will be happy to make these arrangements. Requests must be made by 12:30PM the day before a ride is needed. Chick here to learn more.
Do you have volunteer opportunities available?
Encore Experience at Harleysville offers many fulfilling opportunities to individuals who want to give back to their community. We are grateful for, and could not function as efficiently as we do, without our tireless Encore Experiences' Volunteers. Please consider joining one of the following volunteer teams: Greeter, Wait Staff, Café Kitchen Assistants, Facilities Management, Financial Management Committee, Newsletter and Mailing Preparation, Members Council Volunteer, Program/Event Leaders, Marketing Committee. For full list of volunteer descriptions, call or stop in our office or see our Volunteer page.
You have a beautiful facility, is it available for rentals?
Encore Experiences is available to rent on a one-time or regular basis. Our facility can accommodate up to 425 people, depending on the event (200 with tables and chairs). Use of kitchen is permitted (extra charge applies). For more information, please call or stop in our office. Note: Rentals are only available to people known by our staff or Board. Area non-profit organizations, schools, and prior renters in good standing may also be eligible for rental.