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The OWLS Club, sponsored by the City of Rock Hill Parks, Recreation & Tourism Department, consists of adults over the age of 50 in Rock Hill and surrounding areas. The purpose of the group is to provide quality programs and activities through social gatherings, sports, games, and daytime/overnight trips to all seniors. There is no fee to join the group, simply call or email and express your interest. We look forward to seeing you at our next function!
New (Temporary) Meeting Location!!!
For the months of January, February and March 2020, the monthly OWLS Club meetings will take place in Council Chambers at City Hall (155 Johnston St) at 1:00 PM. The dates for the next three meetings are:
January 9, 2020
February 6, 2020
March 5, 2020
Parking options:
1. Park in the City Hall parking lot
2. Parking deck across from the Police Department on Black Street
3. Parking lot across from City Hall on Black Street
We will have signs and staff helping direct you to Council Chambers. Please help me to spread the word!
Beginning in April 2020, our meetings will resume at Manchester Meadows at 1 PM on the first Thursday of the month!
Valentine's Party
Thursday, February 13, 2020
Noon
Boyd Hill Gym
1165 Constitution Blvd
$7 per person
Staff will provide a spaghetti dinner with salad, garlic bread, dessert and beverages.
This is our time to give back to YOU and shower you with LOVE and spaghetti!
Registration is REQUIRED by February 7, 2020. Please call Katie at 803-329-5626 with questions.
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Senior Health Fair
Thursday, January 30, 2020
10:00 AM - NOON
Save the date and plan on attending our annual Senior Health Fair. This year, the event is located at the Rock Hill Sports & Events Center (326 Technology Center Way). The facility is next door to the new White Horse restaurant. Parking is available at Parking Deck A located off of White Street.
This event is FREE to the public and FREE for vendors! Door prizes will be given away toward the end of the event. You do NOT have to be present to win!
Gather resources and information on health & wellness, recreation, Lifelong Learning, independent & assisted living facilities, benefits for seniors, and more!
You can also come to have blood pressure checks!
Please call 803-329-5626 for more information.
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Lifelong Learning @ Rock Hill
February 11 - April 1, 2020
Registration is happening now for the inaugural semester of Lifelong Learning @ Rock Hill!
Lifelong Learning @ Rock Hill is a continuing education program of excellence and diversity for all adults to learn, develop new interests, and explore ideas in an ever-increasing circle of friends within Rock Hill and the greater community. Members of Lifelong Learning @ Rock Hill may participate in a variety of two to eight-week, interactive courses and one-time workshops, lectures or events. Courses cover a wide range of topics, including history, religion, science, cooking, literature, writing, pop culture, physical fitness and current events.
A yearly membership is $50 per person allows members to register for courses and events, as well as receive semester mailings. Courses are offered at a nominal fee depending on the length of course and materials needed. Some need-based scholarships are available.
VIEW THE CURRENT COURSE CATALOG HERE!
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Sports & Games
CLICK HERE TO VIEW A LIST OF ALL SPORTS & GAMES OFFERED MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY
This month, try something new and join the OWLS for shuffleboard at Boyd Hill on Wednesday mornings at 9:30 AM! Did you know there are two courts built into the floor? This is the only time you get to throw grits on the ground and not feel bad about it! We use grits to help the pucks to slide along the ground. You don't need to bring anything or register, just show up, make some new friends and have a lot of fun!
Lunch and Movie
Friday, January 17, 2020
Join us for brunch at 11 AM at Rock Hill Diner followed by the movie, "1917." The movie show time is not listed for this day, but it will likely be at/around 12:45 PM. I will keep you updated if the time should change. Please RSVP so that lunch reservations can be made. The movie, "1917," has received favorable reviews and even won a few awards! Please enjoy the trailer below.
I hope you'll join us this month for lunch and a movie.
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Night OWLS
Monday, January 27, 2020 at 5 PM
Join us for dinner at O'Charley's at 2265 Cross Pointe Dr, Rock Hill, SC 29730.
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City of Rock Hill Parks, Recreation & Tourism presents Mt. Rushmore, Yellowstone & Western Frontiers
9 Days - July 15, 2020
Join us for an informational presentation on Tuesday, January 14, 2020 at 1:00 PM at Manchester Meadows (337 E. Mount Gallant Rd.). During this presentation you will learn more about the trip, have the opportunity to ask questions and secure your seat!
Highlights: Yellowstone National Park, Badlands National Park, Grand Teton National Park, Mount Rushmore, Mount Rushmore at Night, Devil's Tower, Crazy Horse Memorial, Fort Hays, Jackson Hole Valley, Deadwood, Buffalo Bill Historical Center, Salt Lake City Tour, Wall Drug Store, Cowboy Cookout, Rapid City
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Biltmore & Downton Abbey
Monday, March 16, 2020
Travel by motorcoach to the magnificent Biltmore Estate to view not only the property and home, but the exclusive Downton Abbey: The Exhibition. As noted on the exhibit webpage, "This immersive exhibition celebrates the global hit television series, offering never-before seen interactive elements that connect you to your favorite characters, as well as the fashions, locations, and historic events of the time period. Showcased in two estate locations—Amherst at Deerpark and The Biltmore Legacy—Downton Abbey: The Exhibition pairs seamlessly with the real-life story of the Vanderbilt family." To read more about the exhibit, please click HERE.
Registration for this day trip is required. $155 per person includes: motorcoach transportation, driver gratuity, admission and self guided tour of the Biltmore home, handheld audio for each person, admission to the Downton Abbey special exhibit at Deerpark, buffet lunch at Deerpark. Registration is required by Wednesday, March 4, 2020. After Friday, March 6, 2020 refunds will not be available.
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Art Classes & More at Fewell Park
Watercolor with Herb Dumaresq
Tuesdays 10 AM - Noon
January 14 - February 18, 2020
$60 per person
To register, contact 803-327-5065 or EMAIL
Beginner and Beyond Knitting with Lisa Galloway
Wednesdays 10:30 AM - Noon
January 22 - March 11, 2020
$60 per person
To register, contact 803-322-4521 or EMAIL
Collage Painting with Acrylics with Brad Sabelli
Thursdays 10 AM - Noon
January 16 - February 20, 2020
$60 per person
To register, contact 803-412-5369 or EMAIL
Drawing Animals with only Pencil and Eraser
Fridays 10 AM - Noon
January 17 - February 21, 2020
$60 per person
To register, contact 803-412-5369 or EMAIL
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