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April 2024

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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


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City of Rock Hill Office Closed

Closed

Monday, April 1
City of Rock Hill offices will be closed in observance of Easter Monday.


OWLS Club Meeting

OWLS Club meetings will take place at 11:30 AM on the first Thursday of each month at Northside Center (900 Annafrel St.)

Upcoming Dates
April 4, 2024
May 2, 2024


Daniel Stowe (Rescheduled)

Attention

Friday, April 5
The Daniel Stowe trip was rescheduled to April 5, 2024 due to inclement weather. The trip is full. Please contact Jon Shea at 803-325-2634 or jonathan.shea@cityofrockhill.com with questions.


Come-See-Me Beach Bash

Beach Bash

Friday, April 12; 5:30 PM - 10 PM
City Hall Amphitheater
155 Johnston Street
A night of beach music, food, and fun! Bring family and friends to enjoy the sounds of Gary Lowder and Smoking Hot on the Founders Federal Credit Union Stage. Food trucks and restaurants will be onsite.


Nothing But Sports

Tuesday, April 16 at 6 PM
Winthrop Softball vs Davidson
Winthrop Ballpark
900 Eden Terrace
Cost: $12

Come cheer on the local Winthrop Eagles as they take on Davidson at Winthrop Ballpark.


Early Bird

Wednesday, April 17
Glencairn Garden Lunchtime Entertainment
725 Crest Street
Entertainment: Christina Raine
Food Vendor: Jamrock Jerk Spot

Glencairn Garden Entertainment is a wonderful opportunity to listen to live local music while enjoying the beautiful blooming spring flowers in the garden. Grab a meal from the food truck on-site or bring a picnic. Bring your family out to gather with friends in the gardens and enjoy the concerts! Don't forget a chair or blanket to sit on!


Night OWLS

Golden Corral

Monday, April 22
Golden Corral Buffet & Grill
2370 Cherry Road

Don’t want to cook dinner? Join our group this month at Golden Corral Buffet & Grill in Rock Hill! Please contact Jon Shea at 803-325-2634 or jonathan.shea@cityofrockhill.com to RSVP.


Movie: Unsung Hero

Unsung Hero

Tuesday, April 30
Regal Manchester Cinemas
1935 Cinema Drive
Group will meet around 1 PM (Showtime will be announced soon)

Based on a remarkable true story, Unsung Hero follows David Smallbone as he moves his family from Down Under to the States, searching for a brighter future after his successful music company collapses. With nothing more than their seven children, suitcases, and their love of music, David and his pregnant wife Helen set out to rebuild their lives. Helen’s faith stands against all odds and inspires her husband and children to hold onto theirs. With their own dreams on hold, David and Helen begin to realize the musical prowess in their children, who would go on to become two of the most successful acts in Inspirational Music history. Trailer


Lifelong Learning @ Rock Hill

Spring Semester 

Monday, April 8
Second Session begins
Northside Center, 900 Annafrel St.

Don't miss out on some awesome, intriguing and inspiring classes with Lifelong Learning. Details
Contact Krista Hayes at 803-329-5527 with questions.


We're Traveling!!!!

Rock Hill Parks, Recreation and Tourism hosts many trips throughout the year. The details for each trip will become available as the trip gets closer. The trip calendar is subject to change. 2024 Travel Calendar

Ocean City, Williamsburg & Virginia Beach

Maryland

April 4 at 12 PM
Information meeting will be held after the OWLS Club Meeting.

Questions? Donna Smarr 803-329-5662


"The Lion King" The World's #1 Musical 
August 21, 2024

Lion King

Join us as we travel to Blumenthal's Belk Theatre in downtown Charlotte to see "The Lion King" The World's #1 Musical. The bus will leave from Fountain Park at 4:30 PM. You will have time to eat at local restaurants of your choice before meeting back at the Belk Theatre for the show at 7:30 PM. Price include tickets and transportation. Limited amount of tickets available.

Register


What's Happening Around Town

  • Come-See-Me: April 11-20 Learn More
  • Special Olympic Spring Games: Friday, April 19; 9 AM - 1 PM
    Cherry Park - 1466 Cherry Road
    Volunteers needed
  • Old Town Market: Saturdays (May - October); 9 AM - 2 PM 
    Fountain Park - 300 E. Main Street  Details
  • 2024 UCI BMX Racing World Championships Opening Festival: Friday, May 10; 6 PM - 10 PM
    Fountain Park - 300 E. Main Street
    Food Trucks, Live Music, Kids Zone, Eating Contests   Details
  • 2024 UCI BMX Racing World Championship: May 12 – May 18
    Rock Hill BMX Supercross Track - 1307 Riverwalk Parkway
    3,500 riders from nearly 50 countries are expected to make their way to Rock Hill to battle it out for the chance to be crowned a WORLD CHAMPION!  Details

March Highlights

OWL in March

Clockwise from top left: Night OWLS at Hickory Tavern; Night OWLS at Hickory Tavern; Winthrop Baseball Game


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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