Bingo Friday, July 26, 4–5:30 pm, in the Great Room Play Bingo for cash prizes! Cards cost 25¢ per card each round, play as many cards as you like. Open to ages 21 and up. Register at MyActiveCenter.com, call 937-767-5751, or email [email protected].
The Power of Myth bi-weekly viewing & discussion group Sunday, July 28, 2 pm, in the Great Room Hosted by the C.G. Jung Association of the Miami Valley and led by Gayle Gyure, this group will watch the 6-episode documentary featuring journalist Bill Moyers interviewing Joseph Campbell. The group will view a one-hour interview followed by a conversation. On the second and fourth Sundays from July 14 to September 22. For info or to register, contact Maggie.
Ethical Wills with Artie Isaac Thursday, August 1, 11 am, in the Fireplace Room Ethical wills are not a legal document or about material items, they are a way to convey your values, stories, and important information to loved ones. Artie’s presentation will help you start crafting your own way to express your ideas. Registration is suggested, call 937-767-5751 or email [email protected], limited to 8 participants.
Create a Comprehensive Medication List Friday, August 2, 10 am, in the Fireplace Room In a variety of scenarios, you may be asked for a comprehensive list of your medications, and often such a list isn’t readily on hand or updated. Emma Robinow is an experienced pharmacist who can sit down one-on-one and help create this important document. Contact Maggie to sign up and secure an appointment. Bring your medications with you.
Meditation Basics with Debra Williamson (meets weekly in Aug) Monday, August 5, 10 am, in the Fireplace Room Debra Williamson presents Meditation Basics from 10–11 am for four weeks on Mondays during August. Debra will share her 35+ years of experience with various meditation systems, focusing on a different one each week. Contact Maggie to register.
Art on the Lawn Saturday, August 10, 10 am–5 pm, at the new property E. N. College & Livermore Because of construction at Mills Lawn Elementary School, this year’s Art on the Lawn will be at the Senior Center’s new property at the corner of East North College and Livermore Street. We'll have a booth selling t-shirts, Ripples (the current issue and some past issues), and these pottery ornaments that were made last month at John Bryan Community Pottery. The Power of Myth bi-weekly viewing & discussion group Sunday, August 11, 2 pm, in the Great Room Hosted by the C.G. Jung Association of the Miami Valley and led by Gayle Gyure, this group will watch the 6-episode documentary featuring journalist Bill Moyers interviewing Joseph Campbell. The group will view a one-hour interview followed by a conversation. On the second and fourth Sundays from July 14 to September 22. For info or to register, contact Maggie.
Pottery Project at John Bryan Community Pottery Tuesday, August 13, 1–3 pm, at John Bryan Community Pottery We will create plates! Participants should bring an old picture frame (or two) between 5-10" that they don't mind getting messed up to form the plates on. Cost is $30 per person, limit to ten people. To register, contact Maggie.
Daytrip: Great Council State Park Wednesday, August 14, 1–3 pm, (carpool leaves at 12:45 pm) Join us in visiting this beautiful new state park. Built to honor the Shawnee village that once existed on this land, the interpretive center has exhibits and a theater, and walking trails surround it. Meet at the John Bryan Center parking lot at 12:45 pm if you want to carpool. Contact Maggie to register.
Third Thursday Potluck: Processing Grief Thursday, August 15, 11:30 am, in the Great Room The speaker is Hope Reger from Grief2Hope who will speak on the non-profit she created to help herself and others process grief. Please bring a side dish to share with the group. Register at MyActiveCenter.com, call 937-767-5751, or email [email protected].
Art Reception for Susan Wolf Friday, August 16, 4–6 pm, in the Fireplace Room Susan Wolf's art show “Retrospective (with Recent Additions)” is up in the Fireplace Room through August 30 and features paintings documenting her art teaching years including portraits of children with their art. Also represented are painted versions of cat illustrations from her book project, “Some Cats!” and a recent painting of the Ukulele Class, which she teaches at the Senior Center.
Yellow Springs Brewery Tour Thursday, August 22, 3 pm,305 Walnut Street Step behind the scenes on a guided tour of our local brewery and learn how specialty brews are created, with an optional happy hour/tasting to follow. No fee for the tour, limited to 10 people. Contact Maggie to register. Participants should meet at the brewery, 305 Walnut Street, at 3 pm sharp.
End of Summer Social Friday, August 23, 3–4 pm, Great Room & Patio Come and enjoy some root beer floats and share the highlights (or lowlights, or anything in between) of your Summer!
The Power of Myth bi-weekly viewing & discussion group Sunday, August 25, 2 pm, in the Great Room Hosted by the C.G. Jung Association of the Miami Valley and led by Gayle Gyure, this group will watch the 6-episode documentary featuring journalist Bill Moyers interviewing Joseph Campbell. The group will view a one-hour interview followed by a conversation. On the second and fourth Sundays from July 14 to September 22. For info or to register, contact Maggie.
Bingo Friday, August 30, 4–5:30 pm, in the Great Room Play Bingo for cash prizes! Cards cost 25¢ per card each round, play as many cards as you like. Open to ages 21 and up. Register at MyActiveCenter.com, call 937-767-5751, or email [email protected].