ACTIVITIES
Please call us (802-684-3389) the day before to let us know you will be attending, and whether you would like to reserve a dining room seat for lunch and/or a meal to take home ----it helps us plan and accommodate you more easily.
We are working on scheduling a variety of in person presentations, interactive/informative events, and musical performances. Do YOU have a hobby, vacation trip, or other talent to share? Do let us know what you would like to engage in!
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NURSE BEVERLY SINCLAIR, WILL CONTINUE TO OFFER FOOT CLINICS TWICE MONTHLY AT DANVILLE MEAL SITE FOR $35 PER SESSION, AND APPOINTMENTS WILL BE MADE WITH HER DIRECTLY. Now there are no restrictions on age. Interested persons can call Beverly Sinclair at 802-449-7385.
IS YOUR BIRTHDAY COMING UP?? Check your mail! Since January we have been sending out cards to honor seniors' birthdays. IF YOU CAN COME TO THE MEAL SITE, WE WILL BE RECITING THE NAMES OF ALL OUR SENIORS WITH BIRTHDAYS OF THE MONTH ON THE FIRST THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH. THERE WILL BE "BIRTHDAY CUPCAKES", BALLOONS, TO HONOR OUR BIRTHDAY SENIORS! See photos below of our first in huose celebration!
If you know anyone interested in leading some form of fun exercise (dance??) on Thursday mornings, please contact danvillemealsite@gmail.com.
Quilting, crocheting, knitting, and sewing are still happening in the Community Room every Tuesday morning 8:45 to 10:45. Contact: Tammy Hall 802-881-9779 to express interest and reserve your spot or for more information. SEE BELOW FOR photos of a PRESENTATION on 12-14-23 of creative efforts by Tammy Hall, Kara Ramsdell, and Joyce Larose!
How about mastering chess? One of our seniors, Mark Finn, has agreed to teach best ways to win at chess, even if you are a beginner. His first session happened on Nov 21 @ 10:30. Please call him directly (802-748-2946) if you would like to know his ongoing schedule and join other interested folks.
ONGOING: Suzanne Masland, who is a Reiki II practitioner, is offering Reiki sessions to anyone age 55+ for a sliding fee. The sessions will take place in the "Community Room". Please contact Suzanne to reserve a session: 802-698-3252 and obtain more information. Watch this video for an idea of what Reiki is like: https://youtu.be/thMT8W6qAwg?si=MTzoVKA9JZwj489_
Other events scheduled to start @ noon on a Tuesday or Thursday..........(except Reiki sessions):
IN APRIL......
We will try to post some short videos of our own in house jokester, Paul Tidyman, who had us yukking it up 4-25!
AND MAY...
See a photo of the "Quahog dancers" and another of Janet Warner Ashley in action on May 14th! "Quahog dance theater" has ended for the summer. It is free to seniors every Tuesday and Thursday, 10 to 11:30 as part of Catamount Arts offerings. Look for it to start up in the fall.
Contact Jody Reed if interested in taking her ballet, tap or jazz dance classes: 802-473-2176.
OH, JUNE!!
Check out a short video below of the "KINGDOM MOUNTAIN DULCIMERS" who came on June 6th!
Join in on June 18 for "A Word About Father", to share you memories of your dad.
AS we were closed on June 25, we had to cancel Sean Campbell from VT Dept. of Health presentation about.....TICKS!! Hopefully we can ask him to come when we reopen. Meanwhile, cover up and use repellant!
JULY!!
Suzanne Masland to offer Reiki sessions. Call her for an appointment (802-698-3252.)
FYI in the Danville village area: Golden Ball Tai Chi is offered in the Community Room (the large building to the left of the Passumpsic Bank on Route 2 in Danville) takes place on Wednesday’s from 10:00-11:00am. The leader of this class is Caroline DeMaio. However, those with questions or who would like to join class can call Patricia Anderson at (802)748-4944. They can also send her an email at 2snowpea@gmail.com.
Also, an Arthritis Foundation program of exercise is offered at the Congregational Church in Danville. During Covid, the program has been offered via Zoom from group leader, Virginia Incerpi's home, on Mondays and Wednesdays from 10 to 11am. Virginia hopes to be back at the church with a hybrid program at some point. It is open to men and women and is a total strength training, stretching and balance class. No prior knowledge is necessary to join the group. Contact Virginia at +1802-738-2331 or 802-684-3809 for information, clarification and feasibility of joining the group.
PICKLE BALL INDOOR pickle ball happens year round on 4 courts at RECFIT in St Johnsbury: Mondays 5-7pm and Saturdays 2:30-4:30pm. Cost $10 for each 2 hour session. Sneakers required. Paddles and balls available. Call REDFIT 751-2305. Pickleball returns to Danville tennis courts for the summer.
Check out a walk group happening at the Danville Health Center on Thursdays at 12:30. Call them at 802-684-2275 for more information.
Tammy Hall, Kara Ramsdell and Joyce Larose presenting their quilts, dolls and potholders made in the craft group!
A musical slide show of our first semi-annual "Talent-No-Talent" show featuring Rachel Casey, Mark Finn, Jean Ashey, Cathy Baker, and Wendy Stein!
THE ST JOHNSBURY "HUBSTERS" LEADING US IN SONG, 4-11-24 (returning 5-9 and 6-13)
Ralph Bissell telling jokes and sharing memories!
90+ years young!!!
Cameron Sutphin, guitar player, singer and song writer!
JULIE STURM & LIBBY HILLHOUSE, dulcimer & cello......
Winona Gadapee whipping off tunes!!
DonnaRae Menard and some of her many books!!
OUR MARDI GRAS EVENT HONORING JOHN ROGERS III AND RACHEL CASEY! WHAT FUN!!!!!
North Country Dance Academy "Queenagers" with tap dance teacher Jody Reed, happy to perform for us on March 21! If you missed them, too bad. Jody herself will return May 16th for another demo.
Craig Calkins challenging us in a game of "Musical Trivia". (Note stand with assorted lights to his right)
A "Musical Trivia" button...
Craig Calkins with fans Cathy Baker & Wendy Stein
Multicolored eggs from Sue's multicolored hens!
Sue Hatch animatedly describing her experiences raising chickens in Danville!
AIR DOG and admirers Bruce MacDowell and Marsha Kamron
Andrea Labor: SHIP coordinator extraordinaire!!
PAM HEBERT'S UMBRIA, ITALY TALK!!
Associates for Training and Development (A4TD) presentation 10-13-22.
Author Maggie Keefe with her silly poems for kids and reading her silly poems for seniors to an appreciative audience!
A FUN TIME ON THE GREEN, JUY 22, 2023!!
Dancing to Just Havin' Fun!
Above, Jordan Cotto telling us how to prevent Alzheimer's! Middle above, the Parsnips performing for us! Below, the Just Havin' Fun band!
To the left, our updated BBQ Fundraiser poster with music! Hope to see you there July 27, 11 to 1!!
Who knew Ididarod huskies wear booties????
Hilary Hoffman & Marichel Vaught of C.O.V.E. informing us about scams of all sorts!
Cardio drummers!
Willie Stevens and biggest fan, Connie Clark!
Yet more cardio drummers!!
Rick Monroe & Ray Richer--jammin"
Barry Hayes on guitar!
Crystal Fox and her current history book about Walden, Vermont!
Sean Campbell, Rebecca Petelle & Julie Kuk---BE BRIGHT AT NIGHT presenters wearing reflectors.
Chair Zumba with Marsha Kameron! Let us know if you would like this to resume!
Line dancing is not currently happening--let us know if you are interested in having it resume!.
Our first birthday of the month celebration Jan 4, 2024!
Kim Rivard of NEK COA came on 4-30-24 to tell us about the many services the Council offers!
Quahog dancers, top, and Janet Warner Ashley leading them below!!
KINGDOM MOUNTAIN DULCIMERS photo and a video, above, of them playing a tune for us on June 6, 2024