Senior Activities
Are you 55 years or older? If the answer is yes, then you need to get involved with the Dublin Community Senior Citizens, based at the Dublin Community Recreation Center (DCRC), which offers a variety of interesting activities designed for ages 55 and older.
Dublin Community Senior Citizens Membership
Anyone 55 or older who shares the goals and objectives of the organization is invited to become a member. Application for membership can be made in person at the DCRC, 5600 Post Road; in writing to Recreation Services, 5600 Post Road, Dublin, OH 43017; or by calling 614.410.4550 to request an application.
Program and Activity Highlights:
For a complete listing of activities view the February/March Senior Newsletter.
HealthWise Lecture Series Put Your Best Foot Forward
Date: Tuesday, February 26
Dr. Brownlee specializes in the care, treatment, and prevention of foot disease. Common foot problems are bunions, corns or calluses, or fasciitis. A Q & A session follows his presentation. Refreshments and speaker sponsored by Arlingworth Home Care.
Time: 1 – 2pm
Fee: No charge, pre-registration is required by calling the Senior Adult Programming Office at 614.410.4550.
Location: DCRC, Talla 1
Speaker: Dr. Kory Brownlee, Podiatry House Calls
Big Band Dance Party
Date: Friday, March 1 & April 5
Dance to the big band sounds of Glenn Miller, Woody Herman, Count Basie and Duke Ellington, all performed by the 17-piece band “The Swing Machine.” Light snacks. The evening is open to all ages.
Time: 7:30 – 10 pm
Fee: $5 per person at the door
Location: DCRC, Community Hall
Meet the Author When Dublin Wasn’t Doublin’
Date: Monday, March 4
Local author Tim Sells’ book tells the story of Dublin before Dublin’s rapid growth began. Founders of Dublin, Ohio, and the Sells Brothers Circus, the Sells family has a long, rich (and funny) history centered in this mid-Ohio region. Copies are available at this event.
Time: 2pm
Fee: No charge, pre-registration is required by calling the Senior Adult Programming Office at 614.410.4550.
Location: DCRC, Talla 2
Electric Deregulation
Date: Thursday, March 7
A representative from the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) will help explain your rights in choosing an electric supplier. With electric choice in Ohio, you may now have the ability to choose the electric supplier that provides the generation of your electricity. This enables consumers to have greater control over their electricity options in order to save money.
Time: 1:30pm
Fee: No charge, pre-registration is required by calling the Senior Adult Programming Office at 614.410.4550.
Location: DCRC, Talla 3
What’s All the Fuss About eBay?
Date: Wednesday, March 6
Melissa Gayhart, PowerU
Do you have things you would like to sell but don’t have time for a garage sale? eBay is an online auction site where you can purchase or sell goods – anything from antiques to OSU football tickets. In this introductory course we will discuss:
• What items can be purchased
• How safe is it to make transactions
• What is involved with selling
Time: 10am
Fee: $5; pre-registration is required through the Senior Adult Programming Office.
Location: Meeting Room 2
Facebook 101 Workshop
Date: Thursday, March 21
Kari Palmer & Jessica Swayze, Oxiem Interactive
Facebook is the world’s leading social network. Bring your laptop to this hands-on workshop as the instructor walks you through the basics of this popular website. Begin with its features and applications and learn to create a Facebook account. By the end you will be able to use Facebook like a pro, upload photos, videos and interact with your friends.
Time: 2pm
Fee: No charge, pre-registration is required through the Senior Adult Programming Office at 614.410.4550.
Location: Talla 2
DCSC Computer Club
Date: Friday, February 22, March 8 & 22, April 12 & 26
Moderators: Kluepfel, Lancia, Mesewicz, Schare
Meetings allow for discussion of computer problems, new applications and hardware, the internet, e-mail, photos and any subject relative to using a computer. Windows 8, Mac, iPad or iPhone usage is included. Bring your questions – the “group think” will have the answers.
Time: 10 – 11:30am
Fee: No charge, pre-registration is required through the Senior Adult Programming Office at 614.410.4550.
Location: DCRC, Meeting Room 2
HealthWise Lecture Series Laughter is Good Medicine
Date: Tuesday, March 26
Gail Spirit Sky, Certified Laughter Yoga Leader
Laughter can provide many health benefits including reducing stress, boosting the immune system, controlling blood pressure and much more. Program will include stretching, laughter exercises and relaxation techniques. No experience is required and techniques can be done sitting in a chair.
Time: 12:30 – 1:30pm
Fee: No charge, pre-registration is required by calling the Senior Adult Programming Office at 614.410.4550.
Location: DCRC, Talla 2
Senior Idol Live
HomeWell Senior Care and Brookdale Senior Living present…Senior Idol Live. Seniors from Central Ohio will be sharing their vocal talents while competing in a light-hearted, entertaining environment. Enjoy the evening with refreshments and raffle prizes. Space is limited, so get your ticket early.
Time: 6 – 8pm
Fee: $5 donation to National Parkinson Foundation Central and Southeast Ohio. Tickets available through the Senior Adult Programming Office and at the door.
Location: DCRC, Abbey Theater
Auditions:
Wednesday, April 3 from 6 – 8pm in the Abbey Theater. For additional information call or email Emily Jones at 614.506.1417 or ejones@homewellseniorcare.com
Travel
LaComedia Dinner Theatre 9 to 5 the Musical
Thursday, April 11, 2013
Your LaComedia experience begins with a delicious buffet meal of chef-carved meats, their famous Norwegian cod, a variety of pastas and vegetables, and some dishes to represent the “flavor” of the current production. Then sit back and enjoy the show. Based on the hit movie about three ladies who are “just a step on the boss man’s ladder.” When their plan to get even with their egotistical, lying, bigot of a boss spins wildly out of control, the situation becomes hilarious and the laughter is non-stop. Depart the Recreation Center at 9am with an estimated return time of 5pm. Cost for this wonderful day is $58, based on a 40 count, with check payable to “DCSC.” Deadline for signup is March 5 at 5pm; based on availability. For more information please call the Senior Adult Programming Office at 614.410.4550.
Whatcha Got Cookin?
Wednesday, May 1, 2013
How’s about cooking something up in Dover, Ohio? This version of the progressive dining tour offers cooking demos, tasting, testing, recipes and more! To name just a few stops… Mrs. Yoder’s Kitchen, Chalet in the Valley, and Hershberger Farm Market & Bakery. Let’s “kick it up a notch” on this fun and unique progressive dining experience. Departure/return time TBD. Cost is $87 with check payable to “DCSC.” For more information, call the Senior Adult Programming Office at 614.410.4550.
Southern Charm featuring Charleston, Savannah & Jekyll Island
June 9 – 16, 2013
Experience true Southern hospitality and charm in Georgia and South Carolina. Highlights include historic Charleston, Savannah’s Candy Kitchen tour, St. Simon’s Island, and an Amelia River cruise. Pricing includes a $200 discount if you submit your deposit by January 9. Cost for this Tours ‘n Tours/Collette tour is $1,999 pp double, $2,549 pp single and $1,969 pp triple. Please make check payable to “Tours ‘n Tours Travel.” For a complete list of all inclusions and a registration form, pick up a flier in the Senior Lounge. For more information, call the Senior Adult Programming Office at 614.410.4550. Come to our trip preview on Thursday, Sept. 27 at 11:15 a.m. in Talla 2.
Pacific Coast Adventure featuring Seattle, Portland & San Francisco
September 23–October 1, 2013
This exciting Pacific Coast Adventure takes you from the Pacific Northwest along great parts of the Oregon & California Coasts to the city of San Francisco. Tour highlights include a Boeing factory tour, Mt. St. Helens, the Redwood National Park, and the Golden Gate Bridge. Cost for this Premier World Discovery tour is $2,399 pp double, $3,199 pp single and $2,349 pp triple. Please make checks payable to “Premier World Discovery.” For a complete list of all inclusions and a registration form, pick up a flier in the Senior Lounge. For more information, call the Senior Adult Programming Office at 614.410.4550.
