GREENVILLE – Whether you are new to quilting or a seasoned quilter, the DC Senior Center is offering a course for those interested in piecing quilts. This course comprises eight sessions, during which participants will have the opportunity to create a different quilt block each Monday. Upon completion of the program, attendees will have assembled eight unique blocks, which can be sewn together into a table topper, wall hanging, or quilt.
Courses will begin on Monday, June 1st and will run for eight consecutive Mondays from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon. Instruction will be provided by Carey Lee, owner of Creative Bee Quilting and Theresa Kress at the Birchwood Training & Senior Center, 5844 Jaysville St. Johns Rd, Greenville.
- The fee for each class is $15, excluding fabric. Those interested should expect material costs to range from $100 – $150 depending on individual fabric selections. All participants must know how to operate a sewing machine and are required to bring the following items to each session:
A functional sewing machine (with which you are familiar) - Cutting mat
- Rotary cutter
- Cutting rulers
- Neutral thread
- Pins
- Frixion pen
- Small scissors (snips)
Classes will focus on cutting and sewing each block. You will add sashes and borders on your own time with our continued guidance. We will also provide information on sandwiching, batting, and backing before referring you to a recommended longarm quilter.
DC Senior organizers are elated to provide quilting opportunities at an affordable rate for members who are interested. For further details, please contact Theresa at 937-417-0709 or Carey at Creative Bee Quilting at 937-808-4055.
If you are not already affiliated with the Darke County Senior Center, the membership drive is approaching. Members wishing to retain their current membership number may renew at this time. New members will receive 2026-2027 membership cards at the same rate of $2 as renewing members. Annual memberships can be initiated or renewed during the upcoming Senior Picnic, scheduled for Friday, May 29th, at 12:00 noon. The event will feature games, a boxed lunch, and prize giveaways at the Birchwood Senior Center. Membership is available to all individuals aged 55 and above. As a courtesy, kindly RSVP by May 22nd by signing up at the Senior Center or contacting Wally at (508) 789-3884 or Mary at (937) 423-2565.
There are still plenty of activities ahead in the second half of May. Don’t forget to register by the RSVP listed.
MAY
13 – Wednesday – REFIT® 10:30 – 11:15 am
13 – Wednesday – Beginner Line Dancing ($5) Noon
13 – Wednesday – Line Dancing ($5) 1:00 – 3:00 pm
14 – Thursday – Chair Yoga 10:30 – 11:15 am
14 – Thursday – Getting to Know You 11:30 – 12:30 pm
14 – Thursday – “Mental Health Matters” beginning at 1:00 pm RSVP by 5/7*
15 – Friday – REFIT® 10:30 – 11:15 am
15 – Friday – Ladies Tea/Fashions of Yesteryear ($10) beginning at 1:00 pm RSVP
& prepayment by 5/1*
18 – Monday – Painting with Bree Mixed Media ($8) 10am – 12pm RSVP &
prepayment by 5/11*
18 – Monday – Full Plate Living 1 – 2:30 pm (Limited class size) [class full]
18 – Monday – Senior Citizens Walking Club 6:00 pm *meet at the cemetery
19 – Tuesday – Chair Yoga 10:30 – 11:15 am
19 – Tuesday – Game Day 1:00 – 3:00 pm
20 – Wednesday – REFIT® 10:30 – 11:15 am
20 – Wednesday – Beginner Line Dancing ($5) Noon
20 – Wednesday – Line Dancing ($5) 1:00 – 3:00 pm
21 – Thursday – Chair Yoga 10:30 – 11:15 am
21 – Thursday – Getting to Know You 11:30 – 12:30 pm
21 – Thursday – Summer Beauties Porch Pots ($5) beginning at 1:00 pm RSVP &
prepayment by 5/14*
22 – Friday – REFIT® 10:30 – 11:15 am
22 – Friday – Crown of Confidence Wig Demonstration 11:30 am – 1:00 pm RSVP by
5/15*
25 – Monday – MEMORIAL DAY/NO ACTIVITIES – Enjoy the day!
26 – Tuesday – Chair Yoga 10:30 – 11:15 am
26 – Tuesday – Game Day 1:00 – 3:00 pm
27 – Wednesday – REFIT® 10:30 – 11:15 am
27 – Wednesday – Beginner Line Dancing ($5) Noon
27 – Wednesday – Line Dancing ($5) 1:00 – 3:00 pm
28 – Thursday – Chair Yoga 10:30 – 11:15 am
28 – Thursday – Lunch & Learn by Versailles Health & Rehab beginning at 12:00 pm
RSVP by 5/21*
29 – Friday – (No REFIT) Senior Picnic beginning at 12:00 pm RSVP by 5/22*
June
01 – Monday – Piece Quilting ($15) 10:00 am – 12 noon RSVP by 5/22 to Theresa at
937/417-0709.
01 – Monday – Full Plate Living 1 – 2:30 pm (Limited class size) [class full]
02 – Tuesday – Chair Yoga 10:30 – 11:15 am
02 – Tuesday – Game Day 1:00 – 3:00 pm
03 – Wednesday – REFIT® 10:30 – 11:15 am
03 – Wednesday – Beginner Line Dancing ($5) Noon
03 – Wednesday – Line Dancing ($5) 1:00 – 3:00 pm
03 – Wednesday – DCS Annual Meeting 3:00 pm Open to membership
04 – Thursday – Free Bingo with Mary Rader 11:30 – 12:30 pm
04 – Thursday – Movie & Popcorn: “The Philadelphia Story” beginning at 1:00 pm
05 – Friday – REFIT® 10:30 – 11:15 am
05 – Friday – How to Make Healing Salves & Lotions ($5) 12:00 noon RSVP by 5/29*
*RSVP and questions should be directed to Wally at (508) 789-3884 or Mary at (937) 423-2565, unless otherwise instructed. Any class with a fee has to be prepaid at the time of registration; it will be considered void.
All events are held at the Birchwood Senior Center, 5844 Jaysville-St. Johns Rd, Greenville, unless otherwise indicated. These events are open to anyone 55+ and with a valid membership with the DC Center. Membership is $2 annually.
