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SoulCollage® Drop In Sunday, January 19 (Third Sundays), 2–5 pm, Great Room Karen Nelson will lead monthly drop-in sessions to gather and play in the evocative world of images. Images will be available but participants should bring their collage kit or get a supply list from Maggie.
Closed for MLK Day Monday, January 20
College Football Championship Game Watch Party Monday, January 20, 7 pm–? Join us in the Great Room for a watch party for the College Football Championship Game on Monday, January 20 gathering at 7 pm as we cheer on Teresa Bondurant’s son, Yellow Springs local Aamil Wagner, playing for Notre Dame. You’re welcome to bring snacks and an beverage of your choice. Enter at the red door under the carport.
Strength Training Wednesday, January 22 from 12:30–1:30 pm Jerry Shields from The Rehabilitation Institute of Ohio will offer a one-time upper body strength training class.
Home Energy Efficiency Tips Thursday, January 23, 11 am, Fireplace Room Kathryn Metz from the Ohio Consumers’ Council will do a presentation on easy home energy efficiency tips and how to make wise energy choices and CenterPoint Energy’s proposed rate increase.
YSSC Fix-It day Sunday, January 26 from noon–2 pm YSSC will be having a workday to take care of some projects. We’ll replace some damaged ceiling tiles, mount our new TV, and tidy up a bit. If you are available to join us, please call 937-767-5751 or email [email protected].
Public Meeting with the Architects Tuesday, January 28 at noon, Great Room Presentation of senior center trends, with lunch, provided by the kitchen of Antioch College, starting at 11:30 am.Please register for this event at 937-767-5751 or [email protected]. Bingo Friday, January 31, 4–5:50 pm, 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, 937-767-5751, or [email protected].
YSSC Feasibility Session Sunday, February 2, 2–3:30 pm Is our community able to support a new Senior Center? Your input will help us plan for the future of YSSC. Graduate Students in Wright State’s Master of Public Administration are helping us as they complete their Capstone Research Project on the Feasibility of us raising enough funds to be successful with our Capital Campaign. This gathering will augment their other work with individual interviews and community studies. Snacks and warm beverages will be provided. Results of their research will be available in April.
The Artist’s Way Journaling Workshop Monday, February 3, 10–11:30 am (meets weekly through March) Join Debra Williamson on an journey to a more creative self, using Julia Cameron’s The Artist’s Way as your guidebook. Contact Maggie to register at 937-767-5751 or [email protected].
Brunch Bunch: Viva La Fiesta Tuesday, February 4, 11 am Join us at Viva La Fiesta, 42 N. Fountain Ave. in Springfield for Mexican Cuisine. Let’s brunch together! Explore local and nearby restaurants and build community through sharing food. Either meet at John Bryan parking lot at 10:30 am to carpool, or meet us at the restaurant at 11 am. Please RSVP to Maggie at 937-767-5751 or [email protected] one week prior if possible, so group reservations can be made.
Weekly Wednesday Lunch begins (meets weekly) Wednesday, February 5, 12:30–1:30 pm, Great Room Antioch College’s kitchen has generously offered to help us resume lunch service once a week, starting in February. The meal is free, but donations are appreciated. Please register at MyActiveCenter.com, 937-767-5751, or [email protected]so we can plan to have enough food.
Chat with the Doc Thursday, February 6, 11 am Drop in with questions or topics of interest for Dr. Haley Sauder, who will share her expertise as an MD and offer general information on health and wellness topics. This is NOT a medical appointment, and NO diagnoses or prescriptions will be involved. Dr. Sauder is available monthly on the first Thursday of the month in the Fireplace Room.
Valentine’s Social Friday, February 7, 3–4 pm Create Valentines for “homebound” community members and enjoy some treats!
A Perfect Pup Performance Sunday, February 9, 2 pm Senior Center actors join with Yellow Springs Community Children’s Center students for this intergenerational, feel-good production. Directed by Amy Bennett, and featuring Angela Beltran, Luan Heit, Jane Blacklock, and Jenn Zaytoun.
Daytrip: National Underground Railroad Freedom Center Wednesday, February 12, 10 am–noon, plus lunch We’ll take a group tour, maximum of 10, for $12 per person. Contact Maggie to register at 937-767-5751 or [email protected]and pay by January 29 to register. The carpool leaves Yellow Springs at 9 am with lunch to follow tour; restaurant TBD.
Public Meeting with the Architects Tuesday, February 13 at 3:30 pm, Great Room Presentation of visions of the new building.
Art Reception for Don Patty Friday, February 14, 4–6 pm Don Patty grew up on the family farm near Bradford, Ohio and attended the Dayton Art Institute’s four-year program majoring in Industrial Design and minoring in Sculpture. Don worked as a clay modeler at the General Motors Styling Center in Warren, Michigan from 1967 to 1969. While visiting Stuttgart, Germany he worked as a clay modeler at the Porsche Design studios in Zuffenhaussen in 1971. He returned to the family farm and was a full-time grain farmer until 2009, when he retired to spend more time exploring photography and exhibiting in regional galleries. The show can be viewed through February 24 during the Center’s open hours of Monday–Friday from 9:30 am–4 pm, unless there is a class in the Fireplace Room.
SoulCollage® Drop In Sunday, February 16 (Third Sundays), 2–5 pm, Great Room Karen Nelson will lead monthly drop-in sessions to gather and play in the evocative world of images. Images will be available but participants should bring their collage kit or get a supply list from Maggie.
Closed for Presidents Day Monday, February 17
Feedback Group Wednesday, February 19, 4 pm, Fireplace Room We need a small cadre of dedicated members with a variety of skills to represent the YSSC in the community and provide feedback to the board and staff. The group will meet every third Wednesday of the month, from 4 to 5 pm in the Fireplace Room, and share via emails and texts in the interim. Contact Sara Beltran at [email protected] with your interest in helping at this exciting time.
Third Thursday Potluck: Jay Williams Thursday, February 20, 11:30 am, Great Room Jay Williams will talk about “My Life as a Zookeeper.” Please bring a side dish to share with the group. Register at MyActiveCenter.com, 937-767-5751, or [email protected].
Community Colloquy: Demystifying Artificial Intelligence Thursday, February 20, 7 pm, Great Room Maxwell Mullin, a data engineer, will present “Demystifying Artificial Intelligence.” Topics will include: how AI works, what AI does at large companies, how everyone can use AI and more. The Senior Center hosts monthly guests on the third Thursday to share their expertise and knowledge with the community. Programs meet in the Great Room and on Zoom. All are welcome. To get the Zoom link, register at MyActiveCenter.com, 937-767-5751, or [email protected].
Ethical Wills Friday, February 28, 11 am Ethical wills are not a legal document or about material items, they are a way to convey values, stories, and important information to loved ones. Artie Isaac’s presentation will help participants start crafting their own way to express their ideas. Registration is suggested, call 937-767-5751 or email [email protected], limited to 8 participants.
Bingo Friday, February 28, 4–5:50 pm, 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, 937-767-5751, or [email protected].