DARKE COUNTY – The Darke County Senior Center was well represented at the Great Darke County Fair this year, thanks to Eric Fee of Tribute Funeral Home, who allowed space for the DC Seniors display within the huge white tent. While senior citizens enjoyed a free meal on Monday, they were able to learn about all the educational presentations, health and fitness classes, entertainment, and social events offered at the Birchwood Senior Center.
Events offered this week include Refit®, Alzheimer’s Support Group, the “Getting to Know You” social hour, and craft day, as well as the continuation of the Healthy Living Workshop, chair yoga, and Basic Computer Classes.
Seniors wishing to stay fit have a variety of options from chair yoga and line dancing to Refit® at the Birchwood Senior Center. Starting Monday, September 15th, Carolyn Kossler will offer Refit from 10:30 – 11:15 am on Mondays and Fridays.
Carolyn has been teaching this class at the center a few times each month and after some convincing, will now be offering it twice weekly. REFIT® is a fitness program that combines dance, cardio, and toning. The moves are powerful, and the music is positive. This is an inspiring and cardio-focused class that is both effective and fun. The class is perfect for beginners, but fitness enthusiasts can still find it challenging. Donations appreciated
On Wednesday, September 17th, the DC Senior Line Dancers will be performing on Fifth Street, Greenville from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm. The public is welcome to participate. This will be one of many events taking place during Senior Citizens’ Day Out, presented by Main Street Greenville
Thursday, September 18th, the craft project will be a fall pumpkin decoupage class at 1 pm. The class will be using craft pumpkins. The pumpkins, fall-themed napkins, Mod Podge and brushes are included for $5 per pumpkin fee. The project will be led by Carol Hosbrook-Cole with refreshments on hand. Those interested must RSVP by 9/11.
Here’s the remaining schedule for September 2025:
SEPTEMBER
15 – Monday – Healthy Living Workshop from 1 – 3:30 pm RSVP limited to 20*
15 – Monday – REFIT® with Carolyn (donation) from 10:30 – 11:15 am New Time
16 – Tuesday – Chair Yoga (donation) from 10:30 – 11:15 pm
16 – Tuesday – Basic Computer Skills for Seniors from 11:30 am – 12:30 pm
16 – Tuesday – Game Day from 1 – 3 pm
17 – Wednesday – Line Dancing on 5th Street, Greenville from 11:00 – 1:00 pm
Everyone is welcome to participate.
17 – Wednesday – Alzheimer’s Support Group 5 – 7 pm (light refreshments provided)
18 – Thursday – Chair Yoga (donation) from 10:30 – 11:15 pm
18 – Thursday – Getting to Know You (social hour) from 11:30 am – 12:30 pm
18 – Thursday – CRAFT DAY: Decoupage Fall Pumpkins at 1:00 pm ($5). Must
RSVP by 9/11*
19 – Friday – REFIT® with Carolyn (donation) from 10:30 – 11:15 am
22 – Monday – REFIT® with Carolyn (donation) from 10:30 – 11:15 am
22 – Monday – Healthy Living Workshop from 1 – 3:30 pm
23 – Tuesday – Chair Yoga (donation) from 10:30 – 11:15 pm
23 – Tuesday – Basic Computer Skills for Seniors from 11:30 am – 12:30 pm
23 – Tuesday – Game Day from 1 – 3 pm
24 – Wednesday – Line Dancing with Kevin ($5) Beginners: Noon – 1 pm,
Intermediate: 1 – 3 pm
25 – Thursday – Chair Yoga (donation) from 10:30 – 11:15 pm
25 – Thursday – Pulled pork, mac & cheese, chips and a presentation by Gina Waddle
from Village Green at 12:00 noon. Must RSVP by 9/18*
26 – Friday – REFIT® with Carolyn (donation) from 10:30 – 11:15 am
29 – Monday – REFIT® with Carolyn (donation) from 10:30 – 11:15 am
29 – Monday – Healthy Living Workshop from 1 – 3:30 pm
30 – Tuesday – Chair Yoga (donation) from 10:30 – 11:15 pm
30 – Tuesday – Basic Computer Skills for Seniors from 11:30 am – 12:30 pm
30 – Tuesday – Game Day from 1 – 3 pm
*RSVP by calling or texting Wally at (508) 789-3884 or Mary at (937) 423-2565.
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All events take place at the Birchwood Senior Center, 8544 Jaysville St. Johns Road, Greenville and are open to anyone 55+ who is willing to become a member ($2 annual membership fee).
Guests are always welcome to experience the center before joining.
Please be aware that some events require an RSVP by the specified date indicated with an asterisk (*).
Thanks also to the dedicated volunteers who work countless hours behind the scenes to organize and staff all the programs available. We have roving photographers and poster distributors, we keep the public informed, as well as a planning committee, a refreshment committee, and a board of directors, but there is always a need for volunteers.
If you are interested, please reach out to Wally at (508) 789-3884 or Mary at (937) 423-2565.
