Gaithersburg’s Benjamin Gaither Center Opening
The newly expanded and renamed Benjamin Gaither Center for those ages 55+ celebrated its official grand reopening on June 11, 2015. The Gaithersburg Mayor and City Council, surrounded by Center members, City staff and others involved in the project, cut a ribbon and unveiled a new sign to mark the occasion. It was formerly known as the Gaithersburg Senior Center.
“Gaithersburg is committed to being an inclusive community that honors its history and embraces its future. We ensure that our programs and facilities are welcoming to all ages and all cultures. You’ll be able to witness that commitment each and every day at the new Benjamin Gaither Center,” said Mayor Jud Ashman.
Started in the fall of 2014, renovation work included the repurposing and expansion of the lobby area. It now houses a 1,000 square foot Fitness Center with 14 pieces of cardiovascular and strength training equipment. The administration area was redesigned, the Computer and Lecture Rooms were expanded, and a partition was added to the Founders Room to allow for concurrent programming. The entire Center was refreshed with new flooring, paint and lighting.
Use the following link to view the complete City of Gaithersburg announcement.
Benjamin Gaither Center Celebrates Expansion, New Name
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