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By Carrie Miller

Davie Senior Services

Davie County Senior Services had a wonderful August.

The month kicked off with the monthly Veterans Social on Aug.1; followed by Allison Brown, Davie County’s Senior Tar Heel representative, who led folks in a discussion during the monthly chat with delegate event.

On Aug. 5, Senior Services held the bi-annual bowling lunch to celebrate those who competed in the winter league and to hand out trophies. The Pity Pins were the winners of the winter season: Joe Pisanelle, Mary Nell Richie, Kelly Morasco and Caldonia Evans.

Each month, Senior Services takes a day trip. On Aug. 6, participants visited the Samaritan’s Purse office in North Wilkesboro.

Allegacy Federal Credit Union joined Senior Services on Aug. 12 for an educational seminar titled, “Budgeting in Uncertain Times.”

The bi-annual program, Welcome to Medicare, was held Aug. 16. Folks enjoyed a baked potato and salad lunch while learning about Medicare.

On Aug. 20, Eaton Funeral Home sponsored bingo. Benita Finney represented the funeral home and called all of the bingo games.

The Beach Party was held Aug. 22 and featured a skit titled “A Day at the Beach with Old Friends” written by Ina Beavers and directed by Mike Orsillo. The cast featured Lynn Vogler, Shanda Smith, Kim Crowley, Andrea Cornatzer, James Hege, and Mike Orsillo. If you missed the party, the skit can be viewed on the Davie Senior Services YouTube channel. The link is also posted on the Davie County Senior Services Facebook page.

As for weekly activities, Senior Services offers a variety of exercise classes at the Brock Campus including yoga, Zumba, and more as well as gym activities including badminton, table tennis, pickleball, and more. At the Main Campus, there are opportunities for crocheting, knitting, woodcarving as well as classes such as Grief Support Group and Matter of Balance.

Upcoming events include the Ms. Senior Davie County Pageant and the 40th Anniversary of Senior Services Party.

To learn more or to register for an event, contact Senior Services at 336-753-6230.