The Currituck County Senior Centers; Barco, Knotts Island and Powells Point are places designed to give Senior Adults in Currituck the opportunity to meet other seniors, receive services geared towards seniors and participate in activities that will affirm their dignity and self-worth.
With that in mind each month the staff produces a newsletter to inform citizens of available programs for that month. Please take the time to read what the Senior Centers are doing this month.
When we all work together the senior centers are an “enjoyable and a happy place” for EVERYONE!
March Newsletter (PDF)
March Menu
Community Event…
NC MedAssist Mobile Free Pharmacy
FREE AARP Tax Preparation
Join Currituck County Cooperative Extension on Friday March 6, 2026 for a FREE mobile pharmacy event! Take home FREE over-the-counter medicine, including:
- Allergy,
- Cough and cold,
- Pain relief,
- Vitamins,
- Children’s medicine,
- And more!
Order ahead online and schedule a pick up time (Online preorder form will be available Friday, February 6, 2026) or simply walk in to select your FREE medicines. Pick up for family members too!
This event is open to all North Carolina residents regardless of insurance. Walk-ups are welcome and there is no income requirement. This event will be held at:
N.C. Cooperative Extension Currituck County Center
120 Community Way
Barco, North Carolina, 27917.
Senior Games Lineup…
Thursday, March 12, 2026
Billiards | Elizabeth City-Pasquotank County Senior Center
Monday, March 16, 2026
Bowling Singles | Albemarle Lanes, Elizabeth City
Tuesday, March 17, 2026
Bowling Doubles | Albemarle Lanes, Elizabeth City
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
Bowling Mix | Albemarle Lanes, Elizabeth City
Tuesday, March 24, 2026
Shuffleboard/HS | Gates County
Wednesday, March 25, 2026
Cornhole Singles | Gates County
Thursday, March 26, 2026
Cornhole Doubles | Gates County
Free Service…
4ALL NC Statewide Day of Service
Friday, March 6, 2026
11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
252-969-0606
NC Lawyers will be available to take calls from the public. This FREE service allows people to call in and get their basic legal questions answered.
What is March for Meals?…
Held every March in alignment with the Older Americans Act Nutrition Program anniversary, this campaign was designed to raise awareness and drive action. The campaign encouraged communities to support local Meals on Wheels providers through volunteering, donations and advocacy.
It also aimed to mobilize policymakers to fund and protect senior nutrition services. Through local events, media outreach and volunteer involvement, March for Meals successfully advocated for seniors’ access to nutritious meals, helping to combat food insecurity and isolation.
For more information visit: www.mealsonwheelsamerica.org/national-campaigns
Bell Choir…
The Bell Choir will be performing at: Currituck Health and Rehab on Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 1:00 p.m.
If you have an interest in being apart of the Bell Choir please call Latesa Moore, Currituck Senior Center Site Manager, at 252-232-3505.
Support Group…
Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group
The support group meets on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 10:30 a.m. Meetings take place at the Currituck Senior Center in Barco. The support group is only for caregivers of those with Alzheimer’s/Dementia. You may call the senior center at 252-232-3505 or email the group facilitator Ellie Galloway at [email protected] for more information.
Parkinson’s Support Group
Group meetings take place every 2nd Thursday of the month at the Currituck Library in Barco at 2:00 p.m.! For questions: Call Jennifer 252-220-2929.
Dawn’s Words of Wisdom
“Luck is quite predictable.
If you want more luck, take more chances.”
~ Barbara Sher
Currituck Senior Center
Everyday…
Monday’s
8:00-5:00 Billiards
8:00-5:00 Table Tennis
9:00 Pickleball
10:00-12:00 Sewing Room
11:00-12:00 Bingo
12:30-5:00 Card Room
Tuesday’s
8:00-5:00 Billiards
8:00-5-00 Table Tennis
9:00 Pickleball
11:00 Exercise Tapes
12:30 Mexican Dominoes
12:30-5:00 Card Room
Wednesday’s
8:00-5:00 Billiards
8:00-5:00 Table Tennis
9:00 Pickleball
9:30 Scrabble/Upwards
10:00-12:00 Sewing Room
11:00 Bell Choir
12:30-5:00 Card Room
Thursday’s
8:00-5:00 Billiards
8:00-5:00 Table Tennis
9:00 Pickleball
10:00 Bowl at Albemarle Lanes
10:30 Alzheimer’s Support Group
(March 19)
11:00 Exercise Tapes
11:00 Bingo
12:30-5:00 Card Room
Friday’s
8:00-5:00 Billiards
8:00-5:00 Table Tennis
9:00 Pickleball
10:00-12:00 Sewing Room
12:30-5:00 Card Room
Special for March…
Monday, March 2, 2026 – CLASS – “Genealogy for Beginners”
at the Moyock Library! This class covers how to get started with your own genealogy research, including common records utilized in family research, local resources for historical records, and how to organize your findings. As time allows, patrons will be guided through completing their first pedigree chart and family group record.
We will leave the center at 9:30 a.m.
Tuesday, March 3, 2026 – HEALTH SCREENING – Free Hearing Screenings
with Jennifer Cabe, Hard of Hearing Services Specialist with (NCDHHS) NC Department of Health and Human Services will be at the Currituck Senior Center from 10:00 a.m. -2:00 p.m. to do FREE basic hearing screenings to seniors 55+ who have never had hearing screenings or hearing tests before and have never worn hearing aids or cochlear implants.
Participants must pre-register for a specific time slot and will be required to complete a consent form on the day of the event prior to being seen.
Deadline to register is Monday, March 2, 2026!
Wednesday, March 4, 2026 – CELEBRATION – Birthday
at 12:30 p.m.!
Wednesday, March 11, 2026 – EVENT – Butterbean Auction
at 11:00 a.m.! Bid on your favorite items with butterbeans!
Friday, March 13, 2026 – TRIP & LUNCH – Cinema Café – “Reminders of Him”
based off the book by Colleen Hoover. After prison, a woman attempts to reconnect with her daughter but faces resistance from everyone except a bar owner with ties to her child. As they grow closer, she must confront her past mistakes to build a hopeful future.
Cost: ticket and lunch at the theatre.
Time is To Be Announced (TBA).
Tuesday, March 17, 2026 – TRIP – Keagan’s Irish Pub & Kitchen
Celebrate St. Patty’s Day with lunch at “Keagan’s Irish Pub & Kitchen” at Town Center in Virginia Beach!
We will leave the center at 9:45 a.m.!
Cost: money for lunch!
Monday, March 23, 2026 – CRAFT CLASS – Soap Making
with Lorraine at 1:00 p.m.! We will be making soap from Honey Glycerin. This soap offers a range of benefits for your skin that we will discusses in class. You will have the option to add a scent or color to your soap to personalize your taste.
Deadline to register is Wednesday, March 18, 2026!
Wednesday, March 25, 2026 – PRESENTATION – Weatherization
w/Brian Rollinson from Albemarle Commission at 10:30 a.m.
Tuesday, March 31, 2026 – TRIP – River’s Casino
in Portsmouth at 10:30 a.m.!
Cost: money for food and fun at the casino!
*Please note that Knotts Island Senior Center is also going to Rivers Casino on a different Day. You may not sign up at both locations.
Cooking with Latesa…
Lemon Meringue Pie Fudge
Ingredients:
- 12 ounce white chocolate chips
- 1 can fluffy lemon frosting
- 1 teaspoon lemon extract
- 1 to 2 drops yellow food coloring
- 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs
Directions:
Line 8 inch square pan with foil, extending over edges.- Spray lightly with nonstick cooking spray. Set aside.
- Melt chocolate chips in medium saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly. Remove from heat.
- Add frosting and blend well.
- Add flavoring and food coloring.
- Spread in prepared pan and sprinkle with crumbs.
- Refrigerate for 1 hour or until firm.
- Remove by gently lifting foil.
- Cut into squares and serve
www.RecipeGoldMine.com
Powells Point Senior Center…
Everyday…
Monday’s
8:00-12:00 Coffee & Chat
9:00-12:00 Dominoes
Tuesday’s
8:00-12:00 Coffee & Chat
9:00-12:00 Dominoes
9:30-11:00 Book Corner
Wednesday’s
8:00-12:00 Coffee & Chat
9:00-12:00 Dominoes
11:00 Bingo
(No Bingo March 18)
1:00 Dominoes
Thursday’s
8:00-12:00 Coffee & Chat
11:00 Exercise Ball Drumming
1:00-3:00 Puzzles/Checkers/Adult Coloring Books
Friday’s
8:00-12:00 Coffee & Chat
9:00-12:00 Dominoes
Special for March…
Tuesday, March 3, 2026 – CELEBRATION – Birthday
at 12:30 p.m.! Celebrate March Birthdays with Banana Splits!
Wednesday, March 4, 2026 – CRAFT CLASS – “Sipping Cider & Painting”
with Sandy at 1:00 p.m.! Sandy is going to be teaching us how to paint a beautiful Irish moon scene while we sip sparkling cider!
Deadline to register is Sunday, March 1, 2026!
Friday, March 6, 2026 – BRUNCH TRIP – Red Head Bay Carolina Café
at 11:00 a.m.! We will check out the new restaurant in Grandy!
Cost: money for lunch.
Deadline to register is Sunday, March 1, 2026!
Tuesday, March 10, 2026 – CARD TOURNAMENT – Texas Holdum
hosted by Jerry at 1pm! We’ve learned the basics, now lets have a tournament! Prize for the winner!
Deadline to register is Wednesday, March 4, 2026!
Thursday, March 12, 2026 – IN-HOUSE MOVIE –“Hoosiers”
at 12:30 p.m.! The quintessential underdog story about a small town Indiana High School team making a run for the State Championship. Starring: Gene Hackman.
Popcorn & Soda will be served!
Monday, March 16, 2026 – COLLEGE BASKETBALL – March Madness Brackets
at 1:00 p.m.! ! Fill out your bracket and at the end of March Madness, whoever has the best picks without busting your bracket wins a prize!
Snacks Provided! (You cannot participate after March 17th!) Winner will be announced after the National Championship in April!
Tuesday, March 17, 2026 – SCAVENGER HUNT – St. Patrick’s Day
at 1:00 p.m.! Let’s have fun finding “Finn O’Grady” our local little leprechaun! First finder wins a prize!
Wear green so you don’t get pinched!
Treats & Drinks served!
Deadline to register is Friday, March 13, 2026!
Wednesday, March 18, 2026 – LUNCH TRIP – Lost Colony Tavern
at 10:30 a.m.! Continuing with St. Patrick’s Day, we will be traveling to Manteo to eat lunch with a choice of Irish dishes!
Cost: money for lunch.
Deadline to register is Monday, March 16, 2026!
Monday, March 30, 2026 – LUNCH & SHOPPING TRIP – Greenbrier Mall
at 10:30 a.m.!
Cost: money for lunch and shopping.
Deadline to register is Friday, March 27, 2026!
Laughing with Lorraine…
“What happens when your team loses in March?”
“You have March Madness Sadness.”
~Unknown
Knotts Island Senior Center…
Everyday…
Monday’s
9:30 Walk in the Park
10:00 Puzzles & Games
Tuesday’s
9:30 Walk in the Park
11:00 Ball Drumming
Wednesday’s
9:30 Walk in the Park
10:00 Puzzles & Games
11:00 Chair Exercise
11:30 Blood Pressure Check
(March 10)
Thursday’s
9:30 Walk in the Park
10:00 Puzzles & Games
11:00 Ball Drumming
Friday’s
9:30 Walk in the Park
10:00 Puzzles & Games
11:00 Chair Exercise
Special for March…
Wednesday, March 4, 2026 – IN-HOUSE MOVIE – “Unhitched”
at 12:30 p,m,! Starring: Stuart Townsend, Amy Smart and Seth Green. When a man learns his worst enemy is about to marry the women his best friend loves, he vows to break up the wedding any way he can in this outrageous romantic comedy.
Popcorn will be served!
Friday, March 6, 2026 – GAMES – Bingo
at 11:00 a.m.!
Monday, March 9, 2026 – TRIP – Rivers Casino
in Portsmouth at 9:00 a.m.! Cost: money for food and fun at the casino!
*Please note that Currituck Senior Center is also going to Rivers Casino on a different Day. You may not sign up at both locations.
Deadline to register is Friday, March 6, 2026!
Tuesday, March 10, 2026 – CRAFT CLASS – Card Making
with Pastor Diana at 1:00 p.m.! Easter themed!
Deadline to register is Friday, March 6, 2026!
Friday, March 13, 2026 – GAME DAY – LRC! (left/right/center)
at 1:00 p.m.!
Monday, March 16, 2026 – CELEBRATION – March Birthday Celebration!
Starting with games at 10:00 a.m., lunch at 12:00 p.m. and cupcakes & ice cream at 12:30 p.m.!
Wednesday, March 18, 2026 – TRIP & LUNCH – Elizabeth City University Khan Planetarium
at 8:00 a.m.! “What’s out tonight?’, a tour of the night sky where we’ll look at constellations, planets, the moon, eclipses, meteor showers and other spectacular events in the night sky that captivate our imagination and offer a glimpse into the vastness of the universe! “The Mystery of the Christmas Star,” Journey back over 2000 years to Bethlehem as we seek to discover scientific explanation for the star the wise men followed to find baby Jesus. We’ll also hear stories relating to Western African, Native American and traditional Star Lore.
Cost: money for lunch at Cypress Creek Grill.
Deadline to register is Monday, March 16, 2026!
Friday, March 20, 2026 – SHARING – Photos, Memories & Stories
at 10:00 a.m.! Bring your favorite photos or albums that you would like to share!
Tuesday, March 24, 2026 – CRAFT CLASS – “Spring Wreaths”
at 1:00 p.m.!
Deadline to register is Friday, March 20, 2026!
Thursday, March 26, 2026 – CRAFT CLASS – Scrapbooking
with Pastor Diana at 1:00 p.m.!
Deadline to register is Tuesday, March 24, 2026!
“Think on it”…
“Volunteering is at the very core of being human.
No one has made it through life without someone else’s help.”
~ Heather French Henry”
