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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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
September 5, 2024
October 3, 2024
November 7, 2024
Monday, September 2, 2024
City of Rock Hill offices will be closed in observance of the Labor Day holiday.
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Tuesday, September 10
Regal Manchester Cinemas - 1935 Cinema Dr.
Group will meet around 1 PM (Showtime will be announced soon)
Beetlejuice is back! After an unexpected family tragedy, three generations of the Deetz family return home to Winter River. Still haunted by Beetlejuice, Lydia's life is turned upside down when her rebellious teenage daughter, Astrid, discovers the mysterious model of the town in the attic and the portal to the Afterlife is accidentally opened. With trouble brewing in both realms, it's only a matter of time until someone says Beetlejuice's name three times and the mischievous demon returns to unleash his very own brand of mayhem. Trailer
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Thursday, September 12 at Noon
Manchester Meadows Lake Pavilion - 337 E. Mt Gallant Rd.
Join our group at the Lake Pavilion Shelter at Manchester Meadows for a picnic in the park! Bring a friend, your lunch, games, and come enjoy the outdoors!
September 17 at 5 PM
Luigi & Sons - 2387 Cherry Rd.
Don’t want to cook dinner? Join our group this month at the Luigi & Sons in Rock Hill! Please contact Jon Shea at 803-325-2634 or jonathan.shea@cityofrockhill.com to RSVP.
Saturday, September 28 at 1 PM
Winthrop Men's Soccer vs Gardner Webb
Eagle Field - 478 Winthrop University Lake Dr.
Come cheer on the local Winthrop Eagles as they take on Gardner Webb at Eagle Field!
 Thursday, September 26 at 9 AM
Cost: $15
Everyone has driven past the iconic Krispy Kreme “Hot Now” sign, and 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, Rainbow Donuts & Deli, Sweet Dough, and Duck Donuts. Details will be sent upon registering. Questions, contact Jon Shea at 803-325-2634.
Blacks Peaches & Windy Hill
Friday, October 4, 10:30 AM - 2 PM
Cost: $10
Join our group as we visit two of York County’s best family-owned farms! We will start the day at Black’s Peaches learning about the farm and shopping local produce. We will also enjoy a nice lunch on the property. Next, we’ll head next door to Windy Hill Orchard to check out their Cider Bar and learn about the history of them growing apples in York County before we head back home to Rock Hill.
NEW CLASS ALERT: ZUMBA Gold - Let's PARTY! Starting Wednesday, September 11 at 2 p.m. at Boyd Hill Recreation Center: Join Robin for this fun and mood boosting ZUMBA Gold class for people of all levels and abilities, especially designed for the older adult. Using music of all genres, you will learn easy to follow rhythms and routines. NO experience needed to enjoy this upbeat, calorie burning class. Chairs will be provided for anyone who needs one. Standing or sitting, ZUMBA Gold is where it's at !!!!
(Donations appreciated).
Fewell Park Center (1204 Alexander Rd.) Contact Fewell Park at 803-329-5645 with questions.
Monday, October 7, 2 PM - 3:30 PM
Aspen Trees Watercolor Painting
Cost: $10
We will review the basics of watercolor painting and create painting of Aspen trees.
Monday, October 14 & 21, 2 PM - 3:30 PM
Poinsetta Pottery and Christmas Ornaments
Cost: $25 (This is a 2 part class)
Students will roll out clay and hand build a platter and ornaments using a mold. In the 2nd class, students will glaze pottery pieces. Pottery will be available to pick up following the firing of the glazed pieces.
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Monday, October 28, 2 PM - 3:30 PM
Autumn & Christmas Cards Watercolor Painting
Cost: $10
We will review the basics of watercolor painting and create Autumn and Christmas themed cards. This class is ideal for beginners for those who just like to paint.
Thursday, October 31 at Noon
Boyd Hill Center - 1165 Constitution Blvd.
Cost: $15
Join us for the annual OWLS Club Halloween Party! Enjoy a great lunch, play a couple rounds of BOO-Bingo and come dressed in your best Halloween attire for your chance to place in our costume contest. Oh and don’t forget to trick or treat on your way out! Pre-registration is REQUIRED. The meal will be catered by Substation II and will include a six inch sub (Ham, Turkey, or Veggie), bag of chips and a cookie.
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Experience artwork by students and instructors of classes offered through our various programs at the Art Exhibit located inside Rinehart Realty on Tuesdays and Thursdays, now through October 16, 2024.
Upcoming Trips
Thursday, November 21 at 9 AM
Registration begins October 7
Cost: $20
Come with us to see charming shops, festive music, smiling faces, crafts galore, yummy food, holiday decor, local wines, Santa, over 400 holiday merchants with gifts for all ages and enough fun to last all year at the Southern Christmas Show! Transportation will be provided, space is limited.
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Christmas at Brookgreen Gardens
Thursday, December 12-13, 2024
Registration begins October 28
Cost to be announced soon.
Yellowstone & the Wild West: September 12 - 19, 2025
We are excited to invite you on an awesome trip to Yellowstone & the Wild West. Highlights of this 7-Day trip are: a Salt Lake City Tour, Yellowstone National Park, a Yellowstone Wildlife Safari, the Old Faithful Geyser, Grand Teton National Park, Grizzly & Wolf Discovery Center and so much more. Details
Information Meeting: September 5 at 1 PM after the OWLS Club meeting at Northside Center.
Contact Donna Smarr at 803-329-5662 with questions and registration assistance.
Old Town Events: located at Fountain Park (300 E. Main Street)
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Old Town Market: Saturdays (May - October); 9 AM - 2 PM Details
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Movie in the Park - Top Gun Maverick: Friday, September 13; Showtime is at dark Details
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Food Truck Friday: Friday, September 20; 6 PM - 10 PM Details
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Old Town Fall Festival - Carnival Theme: Saturday, September 28; Noon - 7 PM Details
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Old Town OKTOBERFEST - Saturday, October 19; 4 PM - 9 PM Details
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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