Prime Time for Women

06/03/2026

Our very own Bernadette Wagner recently joined the Brand3 Podcast for an inspiring conversation about aging with purpose, building meaningful connections, and creating a community where women continue to thrive at every stage of life.

In this episode, Bernadette shares the story behind Prime Time for Women, including:

✨ The power of positive social connections, lifelong learning, and healthy lifestyles
✨ The incredible journey of Walking to Wellness — now 4 years strong without missing a Wednesday
✨ How the International Women's Day Conference continues to grow and inspire women across our region
✨ The creation of Connections Over Competition, our beginner-friendly golf league
✨ Lessons learned from building an all-volunteer nonprofit fueled by passion, purpose, and community
✨ Why "Give & Gain" remains at the heart of everything we do

Whether you're already part of the Prime Time for Women family or are just discovering our mission, this conversation offers a behind-the-scenes look at the vision, challenges, and heart that continue to drive our organization forward.

🎧 Give it a listen and be inspired by what's possible when women come together to learn, grow, and support one another.

Because at Prime Time for Women, it's never about aging...it's about living fully.

What does it really take to change the way we think about aging — and build a community that proves it?Bernadette Wagner, founder and CEO of Primetime for Wo...

06/03/2026

Walking to Wellness is Back This Wednesday! 🌿

Join us tomorrow at 12 PM at the ARCC at HCC for another inspiring Walking to Wellness session with Prime Time for Women.

This week’s speaker, Bernadette Wagner, Founder & Executive Director of Prime Time for Women, will be sharing an important topic that impacts every aspect of our daily lives: Balance as a Foundational Requirement for All Activities and Exercise.

Albert Einstein famously said, “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” Bernadette offers a thoughtful twist:

“To keep moving, you have to have good balance.”

During this engaging presentation, Bernadette will:
✨ Compare static and dynamic balance
✨ Explain how the brain, nervous system, inner ear, and eyesight work together to keep us steady
✨ Share simple exercises you can start doing right away to improve your balance and confidence

Whether you’re an avid walker, just getting started, or simply interested in maintaining your health and independence, this is a topic you won’t want to miss.

📍 ARCC at HCC
🕛 Wednesday at 12 PM

Come walk, learn, connect, and invest in your wellness with us!

06/01/2026

Join us this week for Walking to Wellness with Prime Time for Women at 12 PM at the ARCC at HCC!

You are the reason this is all possible…Like all of our dedicated and inspiring members, Mary Manzella, who has been walking alongside us almost since the very beginning. 🎉

Mary recently celebrated her 99th birthday, and she continues to inspire us all with her positivity, determination, and commitment to staying active. She is a beautiful reminder that wellness has no age limit!

If you’ve been thinking about joining us, this is the perfect week to come walk, connect, and be inspired by an incredible group.

📍 ARCC at HCC
🕛 12:00 PM

05/26/2026

Join us tomorrow at 12PM at the ARCC at HCC for another uplifting afternoon of movement, friendship, encouragement, and wellness with our amazing Prime Time for Women community!

Whether you come to walk, talk, laugh, learn, or simply spend time with a wonderful group of women....we can’t wait to see everyone there!

Every week is a reminder that wellness is about so much more than fitness… it’s about connection, support, and showing up for yourself and each other. 🌸

📍 ARCC at Hagerstown Community College
🕛 Tomorrow at 12PM

Bring a friend and come walk with us! 💪💖

05/25/2026

🇺🇸 Honoring Courage. Celebrating Legacy. 🇺🇸

This Memorial Day, Prime Time for Women pauses to honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country.

As women in our prime, we carry the stories, memories, and strength of generations — and today, we remember those who made it possible for us to live in freedom.
Let us reflect, give thanks, and continue to lead lives filled with purpose, compassion, and community. ❤️💙

05/22/2026

What a wonderful Wednesday at Walking to Wellness! 💙

This week, we were joined by Renee Schuckman from Hagerstown Sports Club and Fitness, who shared the incredible benefits of regular exercise and keeping our bodies moving at every stage of life. Our members enjoyed a fun combination of Chair Fitness, Chair Yoga, and walking the track together…and there were plenty of smiles and laughter along the way! 🚶‍♀️🪑✨

We also had the joy of celebrating Mary Manzella and her upcoming 99th birthday! 🎉 Mary continues to inspire all of us with her dedication, positivity, and commitment to wellness.

Walking to Wellness is about so much more than exercise; it’s friendship, encouragement, movement, and community. ❤️

We’d love to have YOU join us this coming Wednesday at the ARCC at Hagerstown Community College at 12 PM! Come walk with us, meet new friends, and take a step toward wellness together. 💙

05/19/2026

Last week at Walking to Wellness, we were honored to welcome Destiny Thomas from Hagerstown Home Store as our featured speaker! 🏡💙

Destiny shared valuable information about homeownership opportunities right here in Washington County, including helpful programs for first-time homebuyers, financial assistance resources, counseling, and workshops designed to help individuals and families achieve the dream of owning a home.

One of the sweetest moments of the day was seeing our newest and youngest Walking to Wellness member take a photo with our oldest member, Mary Manzella, who will celebrate her 99th birthday on May 25th! 🎉 What a beautiful reminder that community, wellness, and connection truly span every generation.

We’re so thankful for everyone who continues to walk, learn, and grow together each Wednesday at 12 PM at the ARCC at HCC! 💙👟 See you tomorrow!

05/18/2026

Walking to Wellness is back this Wednesday at 12PM at the ARCC at HCC! Also, a huge THANK YOU to Colleen for sharing about why she loves being part of Walking to Wellness and what this amazing group means to her. These conversations, friendships, and moments together are exactly what make this community so special.

We can’t wait to see all of our familiar, friendly faces again this Wednesday for another walk, another great discussion, and another chance to encourage one another along the way. 👟💬

See you at noon!

05/12/2026

Tomorrow at Walking to Wellness, we’re excited to welcome Destiny Thomas from Hagerstown Home Store as our featured speaker! 🏡

Destiny will be sharing valuable information about homeownership opportunities in Washington County and programs available to help individuals and families achieve the dream of owning a home, including resources for first-time homebuyers, counseling, workshops, and financial assistance programs. 

Whether homeownership is something you’re actively working toward or simply curious about, this is a great opportunity to learn more and ask questions!

📍 ARCC at HCC
🕛 Tomorrow at 12PM

Come walk, connect, learn, and grow with us 💜 We can’t wait to see everyone there!

05/11/2026

Last week, we celebrated something truly special… 🎉💛 FOUR YEARS of Walking to Wellness with Prime Time for Women

What started as a simple weekly walk has become so much more than that. It’s become a place for connection, encouragement, laughter, healing, friendship, and community. Seeing everyone come together last week to celebrate our 4 Year Walk-A-Versary was such a beautiful reminder of why we continue showing up week after week.

To everyone who has walked with us over the years…thank you. Whether you’ve been with us since the beginning or just joined recently, you are part of what makes this group so special.

And we’re not stopping here!
Cheers to the NEXT four years of movement, conversation, support, and wellness together!

Join us again this Wednesday at 12PM at the ARCC at HCC as we continue walking together. New faces are always welcome ❤️