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August 2023

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Hello August

The OWLS Club consists of adults over the age of 50 in Rock Hill and surrounding areas. OWLS stands for Older, Wiser, Loving Seniors and is sponsored by the City of Rock Hill Parks, Recreation & Tourism Department. Read More


OWLS Club Meeting

OWLS Club meetings will take place at Manchester Meadows (337 E. Mt. Gallant Road) at 1 PM on the first Thursday of each month. 

Upcoming Dates
August 3, 2023 at Northside Recreation Center - 900 Annafrel Street
September 7, 2023 
October 5, 2023


*Program Change Alert*

The following weekly programs have been moved BACK to Boyd Hill Recreation Center having been at Northside Recreation Center for the summer.

  • Dominoes – Mondays 1:30 PM – 4 PM
  • Table Tennis – Mondays 9 AM – 11 AM, Wednesday 9 AM – 11 AM
  • Cornhole – Tuesdays 10 AM – 11 AM
  • Line Dance – Thursdays 2 PM – 3:30 PM

Pickleball Schedule
Boyd Hill Recreation Center

  • Beginners: Mondays & Thursdays - 4 PM - 6 PM
  • Intermediate/Advance: Mondays & Thursdays - 6 PM - 8 PM

Ice Cream Social

Wednesday, August 9 at 1:30 PM
Ninety's Dessert Bar
502 Cherry Road, Suite 105
Beat the heat this summer while meeting some new people in the process! Join our group for an ice cream social at the Ninety's Dessert Bar!


OWLS Tour Series

Thursday, August 10 at 10 AM
Miracle Park - 1005 Eden Terrace

Join us for a great morning at Rock Hill Miracle Park! This program will include a tour of the park, updates on programs happening at the park, and future phases of development. This is a FREE program. Please contact Jon Shea at 803-325-2634 or jonathan.shea@cityofrockhill.com to RSVP.


Early Birds

Bob Evans

Monday, August 14 at 9:30 AM
Bob Evans
520 John Ross Pkwy

Start your day off with a great breakfast at Bob Evans in Rock Hill Please contact Jon Shea at 803-325-2634 or Jonathan.shea@cityofrockhill.com to RSVP.


Night OWLS

Monday, August 21 at 5 PM
The Powerhouse Food Hall
378 Technology Center Way
Don’t want to cook dinner? Join our group this month at the new Powerhouse Food Hall in downtown Rock Hill! Please contact Jon Shea at 803-325-2634 or Jonathan.shea@cityofrockhill.com to RSVP.
Please read the Parking Instructions. Contact Jon for assistance with setting up the parking app.


Bingo

bingo

Thursday, August 24 at 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Boyd Hill Center - 1165 Constitution Blvd.
Cost: $3 per card
We will play 10 games or 1 hour of Bingo.


Movie - The Hill

Hill

Friday, August 25
Regal Manchester Cinemas
1935 Cinema Drive
Group will meet around 1 (Showtime will be announced soon)

The remarkable true-life story of Ricky Hill's improbable journey to play Major League Baseball. Movie Trailer


We're Traveling!

Washington, DC
September 28 - October 2, 2023
$1,005 - Double Occupancy ($302 deposit due by July 21)
Join us on a trip to the nations capitol, Washington, DC. This 4-night trip features visits to Thomas Jefferson's Monticello, 9/11 Pentagon Memorial, Historic Michie Tavern and so much more. Details

Register  

Christmas at the Biltmore House
December 10 - 11, 2023
$495 - Double Occupancy ($150 deposit due by September 8)
Bring in the holiday season at Biltmore House. Enjoy festive lights, live entertainment, great food and more. Details

Register


What's Happening Around Town


Rat

Movies in the Park
August 11 at 8:30 PM - Ratatouille

Bring the family out to enjoy Movies in the Park at Fountain Park presented by Morton and Gettys, LLC. Every second Friday June - October, Old Town will be showing a movie for all to enjoy. Be sure to stop in at the local downtown businesses and restaurants before tuning in to our monthly flick. Recreation with REC in a Box will start an hour before showtime. Details


Old Town Market

Old Town Market
Saturdays, May 6 - November 18, 8 AM - Noon
Wells Fargo Lot, 101 E. Main St.
Join us in shopping locally where you can find fresh produce, local meats, crafts, and so much more. See you at the market!​ Details


Summer Concerts

Miracle Park Summer Concert Series
Wednesdays, June - August 6:30 PM - 8 PM
Miracle Park - 1005 Eden Terrace
Pack a picnic, grab a chair and join us for a FREE concert in the Park
The concession stand will be open and Kona Ice will be available too.
Contact Terry Hagen at 803-329-7079 with question. Details


Food Truck Fridays
3rd Fridays, May - September
Fountain Park
300 E. Main St.
Join us for Food Truck Friday at Fountain Park in Old Town Rock Hill! Featuring the best food trucks in the area, Old Town restaurants, local beers, children's activities and live music! Free admission. Details


Coming Up!!!!

The Great York County Donut Race
Thursday, September 14, 9 AM
$15
Everyone has driven past the iconic Krispy Kreme “Hot Now” sign, everyone knows that America runs on Dunkin, but how do they stack up to some of the best in town? Join us as we tour some of York County’s best donut spots and rank them yourself! Stops will include Momo Donuts, Rise & Shine Doughnut Café, Rainbow Donuts & Deli, and Duck Donuts.


Fair

Your opinion matters!
Please contact Jon Shea or Donna Smarr with any ideas, comments, or concerns.
Jon Shea: 803-325-2634 or jonathan.shea@cityofrockhill.com
Donna Smarr: 803-329-5662 or donna.smarr@cityofrockhill.com

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