Dublin Community Senior Citizens
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.
Programs and Activities
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Big Band Dance Party
Date: Friday, August 13
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 p.m.
Fee: $5 per person at the door
Location: Community Hall
Tuesday Talks Law and Order
Date: Tuesday, August 17
Thieves slip into an open garage door, or smash a car window, or kick in a home’s door. How do the police catch these miscreants? Then how are those criminals kept off the streets so they don’t relentlessly repeat their crimes? Sergeant Rob Barnes of the Dublin Police Department and Steven Smith from the Dublin Prosecutor’s Office will walk us through how these departments work alone and in tandem to keep us feeling safer in our homes and communities. Refreshments sponsored by Arbors at Delaware.
Time: 2:30 p.m.
Fee: No charge, pre-registration is required through the Senior Adult Programming Office.
Location: Talla 2
Caring from the Heart Caregiver Expo
Date: Thursday, August 19
This expo will be bringing seniors and caregivers vital information to enhance older adult health and independence. Scheduled speakers will include experts from the Alzheimer’s Association, the Arthritis Foundation and an Elder Law Attorney. Health screenings, pampering services and refreshments will be available. Watch for flyers highlighting the activities included in this event.
Time: 9 a.m. - noon
Fee: No charge, pre-registration is required through Senior Adult Programming Office for admission badge
Location: Community Hall
Cardinal Health Jazz Group
Date: Thursday, August 26
The exciting 12-piece Cardinal Health Jazz Group performs a special summer concert.
Time: 1 p.m.
Fee: No charge, pre-registration is required through the Senior Adult Programming Office
Location: Abbey Theater
Digital Photography for Fun
Memories are fleeting unless the images surrounding special events and moments are captured and preserved. Begin by getting to know your own digital camera; its features and accessories. Then learn how to produce the best pictures possible of your grandchildren, pets, garden and travel. Bring your digital camera and owner’s manual. You must be a member of the Dublin Community Senior Citizens.
Ages: 55 & up
Dates: Wednesdays, Sep 15 – Oct 6
Class: #452140.01
Time: 10 – 11 a.m.
Fee: $10
Dates: Wednesdays, Oct 20 – Nov 10
Class: #452140.02
Time: 10 – 11 a.m.
Fee: $10
Location: Senior Lounge
Instructor: San Ching
Fall registration begins September 7.
Introduction to Bridge
If you've ever wondered what bridge is all about -- or if you've always wanted to learn but have been afraid it's too difficult -- here is the way to master this fascinating game. Each class will have one hour of instruction and one hour of supervised play. The prearranged hands played will reinforce the lesson that was taught that day. Booklets included. ACBL accredited instruction.
Ages: 21 & up
Date: Friday, Sep 17 – Oct 22
Class: #454105.01
Time: 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Date: Friday, Oct 29 – Dec 10
(no class Nov 26)
Class: #454105.02
Time: 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Fee: $100 CR $110
Location: Senior Lounge
Instructor: Jeanne E. Martin
Fall registration begins September 7.
Aetna® Northwest E-Bowling Tournament
Date: Friday, September 17
Wii bowling teams from around the northwest area will be competing to take home the trophies and to qualify for the Central Ohio E-Bowling tournament on October 8. Watch for fliers highlighting this exciting day of fun competition.
Time: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Location: Community Hall
Historically Speaking History & Interesting Postcards
Date: Monday, September 20
Richard Barrett became interested in Columbus history in 1972 when he began finding old postcards at flea markets. In the past 38 years, he has amassed quite a collection of cards and historical information attached to this collectible. Did you know that postcards were not allowed to compete with the Post Office’s postal cards? Barrett will share some rare and unusual postcards of Columbus and the central Ohio area. Refreshments sponsored by Mayfair Village.
Time: 2 – 3 p.m.
Fee: No charge, pre-registration is required through the Senior Adult Programming Office
Location: Talla 2
Speaker: Richard Barrett
Water Fitness
Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Exercise Program (Low Intensity)
The Arthritis Foundation program is designed to safely keep your joints moving and improve your sense of well-being. This program allows you to exercise without putting excess strain on your joints and muscles. The gentle activities in warm water, with guidance from a trained instructor, help you gain strength and flexibility. All instructors are certified through the Arthritis Foundation. For current class times, see the water fitness class schedule at the front desk.
Limit: 16
Location: DCRC, Leisure Pool
Shallow Water Fitness (medium intensity)
Designed for people who need to improve their range of motion, muscular strength, and cardiovascular endurance. The 50-minute class begins with a warm-up, followed by a short aerobic segment, then a stretch-and-toning segment and, finally, a cool down. There is limited bouncing and the class takes place in the leisure pool, where the temperature is slightly warmer. You must buy a Fitness Pass to participate. For current class times, see the water fitness class schedule at the front desk. For current class times, see the water fitness class schedule at the front desk.
Limit: 16
Location: DCRC, Leisure Pool
Indiana Amish Quilt Garden Tour – September 8 – 9, 2010
Supersized quilt-patterned gardens are paired with hand painted outdoor murals to create a colorful patchwork throughout Amish Country. The Quilt Garden tour is just one highlight of this Amish experience. During your visit to Northern Indiana Amish Country, you will stay at the Inn at Amish Acres, eat lunch in an Amish home, enjoy the Shipshewana Flea Market & Auction, see a performance of Annie Get Your Gun, and shop, shop, shop.The cost for this great trip is $288 pp double, $276 pp triple and $349 single.Final payment is due August 15.Make check payable to “Tours ‘n Tours.” For a complete list of all inclusions and a registration form please pick up a flier in the Senior Lounge. For more information please call the Senior Adult Programming Office at (614)410-4550.
California Rail Discovery – September 22 – 28, 2010
Board your flight for the Bay Area to begin your exciting California Rail Discovery. Begin with a three night stay in one of the world’s most beautiful cities, San Francisco. Then travel to Napa Valley where you board the Napa Valley Wine Train for a delicious wine tasting and lunch. Afterwards it’s on to Sacramento to wander the commercial hub of the Gold Rush era. Board an Amtrak Train for a Sierra Nevada rail journey through the beautiful snowcapped Sierra Nevada mountains to the Reno/Lake Tahoe area. Your last day includes traveling through historic Carson City to Virginia City. Later enjoy a Lake Tahoe Paddlewheeler Cruise for spectacular views of Emerald Bay and the surrounding Sierra Nevada Mountains. Cost for this Premier World Discovery tour is $2,099 pp double, $2,699 pp single and $2,069 pp triple. Please make check payable to “Premier World Discovery.” For a complete list of all inclusions and a registration form please pick up a brochure in the Senior Lounge. For more information please call the Senior Adult Programming Office at (614)410-4550
The Homestead Resort Five Star Christmas – December 12 - 14
We will check into the famous Homestead five star luxury resort in Hot Springs, VA. This historic landmark is now an elegant resort that attracts presidents & princes. Included in this package will be a candlelight tour and private dinner at Monticello. Cost for this Tours ‘n Tours trip is $730 pp double, $922 pp single and $599 pp triple. Please make check payable to “Tours ‘n Tours.” For a complete list of all inclusions and a registration form please pick up a flier in the Senior Lounge. For more information please call the Senior Adult Programming Office at (614)410-4550.
Senior Newsletter
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.