The Currituck County Senior Centers; Barco, Knotts Island and Powells Point are places designed to give Senior Adults in Currituck the opportunity to meet other seniors, receive services geared towards seniors and participate in activities that will affirm their dignity and self-worth.
With that in mind each month the staff produces a newsletter to inform citizens of available programs for that month. Please take the time to read what the Senior Centers are doing this month.
When we all work together the senior centers are an “enjoyable and a happy place” for EVERYONE!
Take a quick peek at what is happening in September.
August Newsletter (PDF)
August Menu
“Let’s go to the Hop!”
Friday, August 16, 2024
Ready… Set… Go…
Farmers Market Vouchers and Market Trip
The Seniors Farmer’s Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) provides participants with coupons to purchase fresh fruit and vegetables at the local Farmer’s Markets. The program is designed to improve the nutrition of older adults and increase business for local farmers.
Each qualifying recipient will receive $50 in vouchers to be used at certified Farmers Markets. The last trip to the market in Edenton will be Wednesday, August 14, 2024.
To Qualify: You must meet lower income guidelines and be ages 60+.
Please call 252-232-3505; ask for Stacy Joseph.
Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group
On Thursday September 12, 2024 at 10:30 a.m. there will be a community education program “Understanding & Responding to Dementia-Related Behavior.” This will be the introduction to an ongoing monthly caregiver support group every 3rd Thursday of the month at 10:30 a.m..
Meetings will take place at the Currituck Senior Center in Barco. The education program and support group are only for caregivers of those with Alzheimer’s/Dementia.
Pre-registration is required at Caregiver Support Group. You may also call the senior center at 252-232-3505 or email the group facilitator Ellie Galloway at [emailprotected]
Outreach…
Operation Fan HeatRelief (OFHR)
A program intended to provide a more comfortable living environment and reduce heat related illness. In support of OFHR, contributions from Dominion Resources through the Division of Aging and Adult Services were made available to the Area Agencies on Aging (AAA) to purchase fans for individuals in need.
Eligible applicants must reside in Currituck County, must be an adult: 60 years of age or older OR with a disability and must have a homesituation where a threat to health and well being exists.
Call Stacy Joseph at 252-232-3505.
To Think On…
Hand and Foot…Five Crowns… Interested in learning how to play?
We have folks that would love to teach you! Join in on the fun by calling the Senior Center in Barco at 252-232-3505 and have your name added to the interest list.
Dawn’s Words of Wisdom
“The bad news is times flies.
The good news is you’re the pilot.”
~Micheal Altshuler
Currituck Senior Center
Everyday…
Monday’s
8:00-5:00 Billiards
8:00-5:00 Table Tennis
9:00 Pickleball
10:00 Bowl at Albemarle Lanes
10:00-12:00 Sewing Room
11:00-12:00 Bingo
12:30-5:00 Card Room
Tuesday’s
8:00-5:00 Billiards
8:00-5:00 Table Tennis
9:00 Pickleball
10:00-12:00 Art Room
11:00 Exercise Tapes
12:30 Mexican Dominoes
12:30-5:00 Card Room
Wednesday’s
8:00-5:00 Billiards
8:00-5:00 Table Tennis
9:00 Pickleball
9:30 Scrabble/Upwards
10:00-12:00 Sewing Room
12:30-5:00 Card Room
Thursday’s
8:00-5:00 Billiards
8:00-5:00 Table Tennis
9:00 Pickleball
9:00-5:00 Horseshoes
10:00-12:00 Art Room
11:00 Exercise Tapes
11:00 Bingo
12:30-5:00 Card Room
1:00 Ball Drumming
Friday’s
8:00-5:00 Billiards
8:00-5:00 Table Tennis
9:00 Pickleball
10:00-12:00 Sewing Room
12:30-5:00 Card Room
Special for August…
Thursday’s, August 1 – September 5, 2024 – 6 Week Ball Drumming
with Lorraine at 1:00 p.m.! Music, Fun & Movement!
Monday, August 5, 2024 – TRIP – Rivers Casino
at 10:30 a.m.Cost: money for food & fun!
Wednesday, August 7, 2024 – Birthday Celebration
at 12:30pm!
Tuesday, August 13, 2024 – PRESENTATION – Stocking Your Pantry
with homemade spices, given by Sheila Gregory at 12:30 p.m.!
Registration Deadline: Friday, August 9, 2024!
Wednesday, August 14, 2024 – TRIP – Edenton Farmers Market
at 2:00 p.m.! (Market Voucher recipients take priority!)
Friday, August 16, 2024 – DANCE – Sock Hop
Press those poodle skirts and shine those penny loafers, its SOCK HOP at 11:30 a.m.! Join us at the Senior Center for good food, low prices and great music by DJ Kenny!
Best 50’s Attire wins a prize! Don’t forget to bring money for food and to tip our DJ! There will be Hot Dogs, Hamburgers, BBQ, Grilled Cheese, Fries, Milkshakes and more that you can choose from!
Registration Deadline: Friday, August 9, 2024!
Tuesday, August 20, 2024 – TRIP – Tides Baseball Game
Attend an evening game at 5:15 p.m.!
Cost: $17 ticket; money for dinner at the ball park! (Most vendors do not take cash! Bring your credit/debit card!)
Registration Deadline to sign up & pay: Thursday, August 15, 2024!
Thursday, August 22, 2024 – CONFERENCE – “Aging and Retirement”
at Cape Cale in Hertford, North Carolina; hosted by the Albemarle Commission Area Agency on Aging. Learn more about Medicaid, Medicare, Advance Care Planning, Estate Planning, End of Life Planning and MORE!Keynote Speaker will be Elder Law Attorney Letha McDowell.
Conference will be 10:00 a.m. -2:30 p.m.. Lunch will be provided. We will leave the center at 8:30 a.m..
Registration Deadline: Wednesday, August 7, 2024.
Thursday, August 29, 2024 – ART CLASS – Sea Glass
at the Moyock Library! We will leave the center at 2:30 p.m.. Class is limited!
Registration Deadline: Friday, August 16, 2024!
Cooking with Latesa…
Easy Keto Steak Wraps
Ingredients:
Base Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 pounds flank steak
- 1/4—1/2 cup steak marinade
- 1/2 red bell pepper, cut into thin strips
- 1 1/2 cup French style green beans
- 1/3 cup white onion, cut into thin strips
Directions:
- Marinate steak in Ziplock bag for at least 30 minutes
- Preheat oven to 350.
- Heat a large skillet (cast iron, recommended) to medium heat.
- Spray with cooking spray/drizzle a little olive oil in the pan.
- Cut steak into smaller strips, about 2”x3” or 3”x4” depending on size of your steak.
- Take a few pieces of bell pepper, green beans and onion and wrap the steak tightly around the vegetables. Secure with toothpick.
- Sear meat in skillet for about 1 minute, then rotate until brown on all sides.
- Continue until all meat is seared.
- Place on a baking sheet and let bake in oven for 10-15 minutes.
www.TheBestKetoRecipes.com
Powells Point Senior Center…
Everyday…
Monday’s
8:00-10:00 Coffee & Chat
9:00-1200 Dominos
1:00 Exercise & Bingo
(No Bingo/Exercise August 26)
Tuesday’s
8:00-10:00 Coffee & Chat
9:30-11:00 Book Corner
1:00-3:00 Checkers & Games
Wednesday’s
8:00-10:00 Coffee & Chat
9:00-12:00 Dominoes
1:00 Ball Drumming (Level II)
Thursday’s
8:00-10:00 Coffee & Chat
11:00 Exercise Ball
Drumming (Level I)
1:00 – 3:00 Puzzles/Checkers/Adult Coloring Books
Friday’s
8:00-10:00 Coffee & Chat
9:00-12:00 Dominoes
1:00 Bingo
(No Bingo August 2 & 9)
Special for August…
Friday, August 2, 2024 – CELEBRATE – National Peach Month
with homemade Peach Ice Cream at 1:00 p.m.!
Registration Deadline: Wednesday, July 31, 2024!
Tuesday, August 6, 2024 – Birthday Celebration
at 12:30 p.m.!
Registration Deadline: Monday, August 5, 2024!
Wednesday, August 7, 2024 – EXERCISE CLASS – Advance Level II Ball Drumming
at 1:00 p.m.! Get that heart going and burn calories to great music! This class will be standing while you drum.
You must sign up to attend!
Friday, August 9, 2024 – TRIP – Farmer’s Market Hopping!
Let’s have lunch at Southland and then make our way back, stopping at several markets throughout the county! We will leave the center at 10:30 a.m..
Cost: money for lunch and shopping.
Registration Deadline: Thursday, August 8, 2024!
Tuesday, August 13, 2024 – CRAFT CLASS – Adult Paint By Number
First class will be held at 1:00 p.m.! This is a 3 session class to follow every Tuesday for the remainder of the month. Please bring a magnifying glass if you have one!
Cost: $5 (refundable deposit.)
Friday, August 16, 2024 – DANCE – Sock Hop
Press those poodle skirts and shine those penny loafers, its SOCK HOP at 11:30 a.m.! Join us at the Senior Center for good food, low prices and great music by DJ Kenny!
Best 50’s Attire wins a prize! Don’t forget to bring money for food and to tip our DJ! There will be Hot Dogs, Hamburgers, BBQ, Grilled Cheese, Fries, Milkshakes and more that you can choose from!
Registration Deadline: Friday, August 9, 2024!
Monday, August 26, 2024 – SHOPPING & LUNCH TRIP – Trader Joe’s
in Virginia Beach and lunch at Cracker Barrel. We will leave the center at 10:30 a.m..
Registration Deadline: Thursday, August 22, 2024!
Laughing with Lorraine…
“Is today really August?
Or are you Julying to me?”
~Unknown
Knotts Island Senior Center…
Everyday…
Monday’s
9:30 Walk in the Park
10:00-3:00 Puzzles & Games
Tuesday’s
9:30 Gentle Chi Yoga
10:00-3:00 Puzzles & Games
Wednesday’s
9:30 Walk in the Park
10:00-3:00 Puzzles & Games
Thursday’s
9:30 Gentle Chi Yoga
10:00-3:00 Puzzles & Games
Friday’s
9:30 Exercise Ball Drumming
10:00-3:00 Puzzles & Games
Special for August...
Thursday, August 1, 2024 – CELEBRATION – International Mahjong Day
at 1:00 p.m.! Break out those tiles and lets play mahjong! Don’t know how to play? Now’s the time to learn! Other card and board games will be available as well!
Tuesday, August 6, 2024 – CLASS – Bonsai Time
Part Four at 1:00 p.m.! Its prime growing season for our little trees, so pruning, wiring and fertilizing is our focus now. Starter trees available.–
Friday, August 9, 2024 – CRAFT CLASS – Tiny Canvas Book Art
at 1:00 p.m.! We’ll create tiny works of art using recycled book pages, scrap paper pieces and other craft items.
Monday, August 12, 2024 – SHOPPING & LUNCH TRIP – The Heritage Store Café & Vinyl Daze
record shop at 10:00 a.m.! Its national Vinyl Day and we’ll check out the available records at Vinyl Daze after a healthy lunch at the Heritage Store Café!
Registration Deadline: Friday, August 9, 2024!
Thursday, August 15, 2024 – CRAFT CLASS – Card Making
with Pastor Diana at 1:00 p.m.. Happiness Happens, Birthdays, and Balloons are the themes for this months cards.
Friday, August 16, 2024 – DANCE – Sock Hop
Press those poodle skirts and shine those penny loafers, its SOCK HOP at 11:30 a.m.! Join us at the Senior Center for good food, low prices and great music by DJ Kenny!
Best 50’s Attire wins a prize! Don’t forget to bring money for food and to tip our DJ! There will be Hot Dogs, Hamburgers, BBQ, Grilled Cheese, Fries, Milkshakes and more that you can choose from!
Registration Deadline: Friday, August 9, 2024!
Tuesday, August 20, 2024 – IN HOUSE MOVIE – An American Werewolf in London
at 10:00 a.m.! This funny/frightening 1981 classic, features 2 American college students on a walking tour in Britain who are attacked by a local werewolf!
Wednesday, August 21, 2024 – Birthday Celebration
at 1:00 p.m.! Come celebrate National Senior Citizens Day and August birthdays with us!
Tuesday, August 27, 2024 – LUNCH & SHOPPING TRIP – Sawdust Road Café & Culliphers Farm Market
at 10:00 a.m.! Peaches Galore as we enjoy a peach smoothie at the Café and then head to Culliphers for peaches, peach pie and peach ice cream!
Registration Deadline: Friday, August 23, 2023!
Friday, August 30, 2024 – EVENT – Card & Game Day
at 1:00 p.m.! Uno, mahjong, bocce ball and more!
“Do You Remember This?” …with Mari…
“Do You Remember This?” …with Mari…”The walls were wet and sticky, and peach juice was dripping from the ceiling.
James opened his mouth and caught some of it on his tongue.
Its tasted delicious.”
~Roald Dahl, James and the Giant Peach
