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!
August Newsletter (PDF)
August Menu
Let’s go to the Hop!
Need to Know…
Farmers Market Vouchers
The Seniors Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) is a summer-only program that provides eligible lower income older adults with vouchers to purchase locally grown fresh fruits and vegetables, raw honey, and fresh cut herbs at NC SFMNP certified farmers’ markets. The SFMNP is designed to improve the nutrition of older adults and increase business for local farmers and farmers markets.
Program runs Wednesday, July 1 through Wednesday September 30, 2026. (Vouchers CANNOT be used for eggs, meat, cooked foods, baked goods, plants, crafts, or any non-food items.) Each qualifying recipient will receive $50 in vouchers to be used at certified Farmers Markets.
Upcoming Market trip scheduled for: Wednesday, August 19, 2026!
To Qualify: You must meet lower income guidelines and be ages 60+. Please call 252-232-3505; ask for Stacy Joseph.
Matter of Balance
Concerned about falling or limiting activities because of balance concerns? A Matter of Balance is a program that helps build confidence, improve balance, and reduce the risk of falls through practical strategies, gentle exercises, and group discussion. Participants learn ways to stay active, increase strength and flexibility, and make everyday activities safer.
Join us to gain the tools and confidence to maintain your independence and enjoy an active lifestyle. Class will be twice a week (Tuesday/Thursday) for 4 weeks Starting Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at the Barco location. Registration is required!
Bell Choir…
Senior Bell Choir practice will resume on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. The Bell Choirs 1st performance will take place at this years Volunteer Banquet in September.
Corolla…
Yoga classes will resume in September. Staff will be in touch with all participants prior to the start of the new season.
Save the Date...
Mark your calendars…you are unable to sign up at this time, but stay on the lookout for information that will follow in future newsletters.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026 | Health & Wellness Day
Friday, November 6, 13 & 20, 2026 | Holiday Craft Series
Friday, December 18, 2026 | Senior Christmas Party
Dawn’s Words of Wisdom
“Maybe memories should be left the way they are.”
~ Melina Marchetta
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
2:00 Senior meet at Albemarle Lanes to bowl
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
12:30 Mahjongg
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
10:30 Alzheimer’s Support Group
(August 20)
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 August…
Monday, August 3, 2026 – EVENT – Butterbean Auction
at 11:00 a.m.! Bid on your favorite items with butterbeans!
Wednesday, August 5, 2026 – Birthday Celebration
at 12:30 p.m.!
Wednesday, August 5, 2026 – TRIP & LUNCH – Museum of the Albemarle & Taylor’s Oats
History for lunch – “Searching for Shell Castle: Exploring submerged histories on the North Carolina Coast.” Ann Mitchell Whisnant, PhD, director of graduate liberal studies at Duke University, will introduce the history of Shell Island. The island was a bustling site of homes and wharves from the 1780s to the 1810s.
We will leave the center at 11:15 a.m.
Cost: money for lunch at Taylor’s Oak in Camden (small diner off Route 343).
Wednesday, August 12, 2026 – TRIP – “Tides Baseball Game”
at 5:00 p.m.!
Cost: $17 ticket and money for dinner at the ball park.
*Please note most vendors only take credit card.
Registration Deadline: Monday, August 10, 2026!
Friday, August 14, 2026 – EVENT – National Creamsicle Day!
We will be serving creamsicle’s to all Congregate participates that sign up for lunch on Friday.
Wednesday, August 19, 2026 – TRIP – Edenton Farmers Market
at 2:00 p.m.!
Market Voucher recipients take priority on sign up list!
Friday, August 21, 2026 – CELEBRATION – Sock Hop
Press those poodle skirts and shine those penny loafers, its Sock Hop at 11:30 a.m.! Join us at the senior center for good food, low prices and great music by DJ Kenny! Best. 50’s attire wins a prize! Don’t forget to bring money for food and to tip our DJ!
We will have Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, Barbeque, Fries, Milkshakes & More!
Registration Deadline: Friday, August 14, 2026!
Monday, August 24, 2026 – CRAFT CLASS – “Summer Drink Coasters”
at 12:30 p.m.! We will be painting wood coasters to look like slices of summertime fruit!
Registration Deadline: Thursday, August 20, 2026!
Monday, August 31, 2026 – TRIP – Rivers Casino
in Portsmouth at 10:30 a.m.!
Cost: money for food and fun!
Cooking with Latesa…
Easy Fig Jam
Ingredients:
- · 8-10 cups figs, stems removed and quartered
- 2 cups sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
Directions:
- In a large heavy bottom wide pot bring the water to a boil and slowly stir in sugar.
- Lower heat and simmer 5-7 minutes uncovered, stirring occasionally.
- Add figs, lemon juice and lemon zest and bring to a boil.
- Lower heat and simmer uncovered, 20 minutes.
- Mash fruit with a potato masher for a couple minutes, there will still be chunks.
- Simmer uncovered for another 20 minutes or until thick and most water has evaporated.
- Mash again.
- Cool a bit.
- Add to jar.
- Cool with lids off
- Refrigerate.
www.EatSimpleFood.com
Powells Point Senior Center…
Everyday…
Monday’s
8:00-12:00 Coffee & Chat
9:00-12:00 Dominos
11:00 Video Country Line Dancing
(No Class August 10 & 17)
Tuesday’s
8:00-12:00 Coffee & Chat
9:00-12:00 Dominos
9:30-11:00 Book Corner
Wednesday’s
8:00-12:00 Coffee & Chat
9:00-12:00 Dominoes
12:30 Movie
(No Movie August 12 & 19)
1:00 Dominoes
Thursday’s
8:00-12:00 Coffee & Chat
9:00-12:00 Dominoes
11:00 Exercise Ball Drumming
(No Class August 6 & 13)
1:00 – 3:00 Puzzles/Checkers/Adult Coloring Books
Friday’s
8:00-12:00 Coffee & Chat
9:00-12:00 Dominoes
1:00 Bingo
(No Bingo August 21 & 28)
Special for August…
Tuesday, August 4, 2026 – Birthday Celebration!
Ice Cream Cones w/sprinkles at 12:30 p.m.!
Wednesdays in August – IN-HOUSE MOVIE – Steve Martin Comedy Movies
at 12:30 p.m.! Popcorn and Soda provided!
- Wednesday August 5, 2026 – “Trains, Planes & Automobiles”
- Wednesday, August 26, 2026 – “House Sitter”
Friday, August 21, 2026 – TRIP CELEBRATION – Sock Hop time at Barco Center!
Trip to the Barco senior center for good food, low prices and great music by DJ Kenny! Best 50’s attire wins a prize! Don’t forget to bring money for food and to tip our DJ!
We will have Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, Barbeque, Fries, Milkshakes & More!
We will leave the center at 10:45.a.m!
Registration Deadline: Friday, August 14, 2026!
Tuesday, August 25, 2026 – GARDENING CLASS – Lettuce Grow! Fall Container Gardening
with Chris Blaha from Cooperative Extension at 1:00 p.m.! Learn how to grow fresh fall greens like lettuce, spinach, and kale in containers! We’ll cover simple planting, soil, and care tips for an easy low maintenance harvest right on your porch or patio!
Registration Deadline: Thursday, August 20, 2026!
Thursday, August 27, 2026 – CRAFT CLASS – Mosaic Tea Lights
at 1:00 p.m.! Join us to make your own small tea light using mosaic stones!
Registration Deadline: Thursday, August 20, 2026!
Friday, August 28, 2026 – TRIP & LUNCH – “Roanoke/Cashie River Center & The Heritage House Buffet!”
in Windsor, North Carolina and lunch at “The Heritage House Buffet!” Stroll along the river, tour the nature center and ride on a pontoon boat cruise! (based on availability)
Hats, Sunscreen and water bottle recommended!
*NO food is allowed back on bus after lunch!
We will leave the center at 9:00 a.m.!
Registration Deadline: Wednesday, August 26, 2026!
Laughing with Lorraine…
“August – when you AC bill is higher than your mortgage.”
~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
10:00 Puzzles & Games
11:00 Drumming Exercise
11:30 BP Check / Knotts Island Fire Department
(August 11)
Wednesday’s
9:30 Walk in the Park
10:00 Puzzles & Games
11:00 Chair Exercise
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 August…
Monday, August 3, 2026 – IN-HOUSE MOVIE – “Love’s Unending Legacy”
at 12:30 p.m.! Starring Erin Cottrell and Dale Midkiff. The fifth installment of Janette Oke’s inspirational and best selling “Love Comes Softly” series.
Wednesday, August 5, 2026 – PRESENTATION – Medicare 101
at 11:00 a.m.! Get “need to know” information on Medicare changes, enrollment, rescription drug plans and more!
Registration Deadline: Monday, August 3, 2026!
Thursday, August 6, 2026 – GAMES – BINGO
at 12:30 p.m.!
Tuesday, August 11, 2026 – CRAFT CLASS – Card Making
with Pastor Diana at 12:30 p.m.! “Seas the Day II” theme!
Registration Deadline: Friday, August 7, 2026!
Thursday, August 13, 2026 – Birthday Celebration
with Banana Splits at 12:30 p.m.!
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, August 11, 2026!
Thursday, August 20, 2026 – CRAFT CLASS – Scrapbooking
with Pastor Diana at 11:00 a.m.! Followed by a Scrapbook Gathering at 12:30 p.m. – discover and share creative ideas! Bring your scrapbooks and supplies!
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, August 18, 2026!
Friday, August 21, 2026 – CELEBRATION TRIP – Sock Hop time at Barco Center!
Trip to the Barco senior center for good food, low prices and great music by DJ Kenny! Best 50’s attire wins a prize! Don’t forget to bring money for food and to tip our DJ!
We will have Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, Barbeque, Fries, Milkshakes & More!
We will leave the center at 10:00 a.m.!
Registration Deadline: Friday, August 14, 2026!
Monday, August 24, 2026 – EVENT – Game Day
at 12:30 p.m.! LRC, UNO & more!
Wednesday, August 26, 2026 – TRIP & LUNCH – Military Aviation Museum & Eddie’s Café!
“You wont find a larger collection of authentic, fully restored, operational military aircraft at a single location anywhere else in the world. Our airplane’s are monuments to those who built, flew and maintained them.” The Museum is also home to historical structures located on 130 acres.
We will leave the center at 9:30 a.m.!
Cost: $15 ticket plus money for lunch!
Registration Deadline: Monday, August 24, 2026!
Thursday, August 27, 2026 – GARDENING CLASS – Bonsai Care
with Mari Mann at 12:30 p.m.! Learn to care for and train your Bonsai trees! If you do not have a tree, one can be provided.
Monday, August 31, 2026 – CRAFT CLASS – Butterfly Diamond Art Painting
for garden décor at 11:00 a.m.!
Registration Deadline: Thursday, August 27, 2026!
Think on it…
“Those who are the happiest are those who do the most for others.”
