DARKE COUNTY – As April draws to a close, the Darke County Seniors Board wants to remind all seniors of the upcoming Potluck Lunch and General Meeting to be held on Thursday, April 30th, beginning at 12:30 pm in the Birchwood Room. The Board hopes for a good turnout, as this event will be a wonderful chance to socialize, learn more about your Senior Center, ask questions and become a member if you haven’t already.
To participate, sign up at the Senior Center or text Wally (508) 789-3884 or Mary at (937) 423-2565. Bring your favorite dish to share, the center will provide the place setting. Following the meal, there will be a general meeting in which the board will be available for questions and suggestions as they share their goals and aspirations for the Senior Center.
The Darke County Senior Center is located at 5844 Jaysville-St. Johns Road, Greenville. The center has been established for anyone aged 55+ with the primary goal of promoting independence, supporting healthy aging, preventing social isolation, and providing access to fitness classes, nutritional education, crafts, movies, entertainment, and games, including bingo, Mahjong and cards.
Many events offered to the senior sect are free or greatly reduced. That does not mean the instructors, classes, or presenters are free for the center, it only means that the costs are being absorbed by the center’s fundraisers, community donations, and an occasional grant. All these events and benefits are brought about by the relentless efforts of the board members who are constantly donating their time to fundraising and seeking events pertinent to the member base.
Full Plate Living, ($0) RSVP by 4/27* Class size is limited to 20
Mondays May 4 – June 29 1-2:30 pm (no class on 5/25)
Presented by Shelly Acker & Roxanne Willman
Description: A simple science-based program that teaches how to use fiber-rich whole foods to feel full, reduce cravings, and support lasting whole-person wellness. This class offers practical tools, guidance, and support to help you build sustainable, healthy eating habits—without restriction or overwhelmingness. Full Plate Living is one of only a few programs certified by the American College of Lifestyle Medicine. A study published in the American Journal of Health Promotion found that participants lost weight, reported increased energy, and improved confidence in making healthy food choices.
Intro to Watercolors, ($8) RSVP & prepay ($8) by 4/27* Class limited to 24
Monday, May 4th 10am – noon,
Led by Bree Burk
Description: It will be a morning of beauty and whimsy! Paint a mountain scene on 5 x 7 heavy cold-pressed paper. Learn the delicacy of watercolors and why sometimes less is more. Discover the foundations of watercolors, including the core techniques: wet-on-wet, flash washing, layering (glazing), and lifting. All materials are included. A tester sheet will be provided for practicing each technique.
Letters by John and Abigail Adams, ($0) RSVP by 4/29*
Tuesday, May 5th from 3:30 – 5:00 pm
Presented by John and Karen Burkett
Description: The Burketts will present correspondence between the Adams, along with additional commentary that occurred during the drafting of the
Declaration of Independence.
Ladies Tea ($10) RSVP & prepay ($10) by 5/1*
Held May 15th at 1:00 pm
Presented by Denise Palivec and Verah Barberine
Description: Ladies join us for tea and enjoy “Fashions of Yesteryear” presented by Verah Barberine. Tea will be served in a traditional English manner. We encourage attendees to bring ladies who are special in their lives to this event. Magnify the experience by dressing for the occasion, but that’s each one’s personal choice.
Membership is required to belong, and the fee is $2 a year. *Those interested in attending an event are required to RSVP for all events by signing up at the Senior Center or contacting Wally at (508) 789-3884 or Mary at (937) 423-2565. Any class with a fee has to be prepaid at the time of registration; it will be considered void.
APRIL
27 – Monday – Tai Chi 12 Moves 1:00 – 2:00 pm (Experience Necessary)
27 – Monday – Senior Citizens Walking Club 6:00 pm
28 – Tuesday – Chair Yoga 10:30 – 11:15 am
28 – Tuesday – Game Day from 1:00 – 3:00 pm
29 – Wednesday – REFIT® 10:30 – 11:15 am
29 – Wednesday – Beginner Line Dancing ($5) Noon
29 – Wednesday – Line Dancing ($5) 1:00 – 3:00 pm
30 – Thursday – Chair Yoga 10:30 – 11:15 am
30 – Thursday – Potluck & General Meeting 12:30 pm RSVP by 4/23*
MAY
01 – Friday – REFIT® 10:30 – 11:15 am
01 – Friday – Advanced Computer Class 11:30 am – 12:30 pm Class is full
01 – Friday – Beginner Computer Classes 1:15 – 2:00 pm Class is full
04 – Monday – Painting with Bree: Intro to Watercolors ($8) 10am – 12pm RSVP &
prepayment by 4/27*
04 – Monday – Full Plate Living 1 – 2:30 pm (Limited class size) RSVP by 4/27*
04 – Monday – Senior Citizens Walking Club 6:00 pm
05 – Tuesday – Chair Yoga 10:30 – 11:15 am
05 – Tuesday – Game Day 1:00 – 3:00 pm
05 – Tuesday – Letters by John & Abigail Adams 3:30 – 5:00 pm RSVP by 4/29*
06 – Wednesday – REFIT® 10:30 – 11:15 am
06 – Wednesday – Beginner Line Dancing ($5) Noon
06 – Wednesday – Line Dancing ($5) 1:00 – 3:00 pm
07 – Thursday – Chair Yoga 10:30 – 11:15 am
07 – Thursday – Free Bingo with Mary Rader 11:30 – 12:30 pm
07 – Thursday – Movie & Popcorn: “The Thin Man” beginning at 1:00 pm
08 – Friday – REFIT® 10:30 – 11:15 am
08 – Friday – Senior Soothe Me ($10) 11:30 am – 2:00 pm RSVP asap*
Questions should be directed to Wally at (508) 789-3884 or Mary at (937) 423-2565.
