Gahanna seniors golfing at the Senior Golf League midsummer cookout

Senior Newsletter

Hello and happy Friday! We hope you all have a great week and enjoyed National Senior Citizens' Day. As we get closer to fall, look out for fun seasonal activities.  Coming up is our 2024 Gahanna Senior Expo on September 12.  As a reminder, we will be CLOSED on Monday, September 2 for Labor Day. We hope you all have a great weekend – we will see you next week! 

Gahanna Wins Again

Have you heard the news? Gahanna has once again been recognized by Realtor.com as the #1 Hottest Zip Code in the U.S. for 2024!

According to Realtor.com, properties available in the 43230 zip code attracted more than four times as many views per listing from January to June 2024 than homes in any other zip code across the country, when compared to the U.S. median. Realtor.com compiled the list by analyzing the number of views each home listing received and the speed at which homes were sold.  The company first named Gahanna as the “#1 Hottest Zip Code” in 2023, and this year’s recognition marks the first time in the history of the list that a city has received the #1 ranking in consecutive years.

This unique honor reaffirms the desirability of our charming city, and it’s no surprise as to why Gahanna is a sought-after area in which to live — our diverse and affordable housing options, strong schools, high caliber amenities, quality job opportunities, and a perfect blend of suburban peace and urban excitement.  As we celebrate this special recognition for our city, we will keep working hard to be the community that people love – and want – to call home.

If you missed this week's announcement on "Good Morning America," you can catch it HERE. (And they pronounced "Gahanna" correctly!)

National Senior Citizens' Day! 

We hope you all had an amazing National Senior Citizens' Day (August 21) celebrating you! You are a vital part of our community offering neighbors wisdom, life experiences, joy, and a helping hand. Thank you for all that you to do make Gahanna a great place to live.

National Senior Day
Gahanna seniors having fun in Columbus

Day Trips

Registration for the Amish Country trip in October will open Tuesday, September 3. A full list of the rest of our 2024 Day Trips can be found here.

Hunter's Ridge Pool

September and October Programs  

The September and October Senior Spotlight is here! If you have not received your copy in the mail, extra copies are available at the Senior Center. Registration for programs will open Thursday, August 22.  Registration forms are available at the Senior Center. 


Mayor Jadwin having a discussion

2024 Gahanna Senior Expo

Thursday, September 12,  11 a.m. – 2 p.m.  Join us at the Gahanna Sanctuary for a day filled with all things senior! Meet with a variety of vendors and learn how they can help you. Visit with Senior Center instructors, meet with other seniors, and discover the variety of programs offered at the Gahanna Senior Center. This event is open to the public, so make sure to bring a friend or two! 

Senior citizens in zumba class

Advanced Directives Presentation  

Tuesday, September 3, 1 p.m. Learn more about Advanced Directives and how you can better prepare yourself for medical and healthcare decisions. 

Presented by representatives from The Key Home Care. 

   

Senior citizen birthday celebration

Lunch Bunch

Wednesday, September 4,  11 a.m.

Join friends for lunch at Valters at the Marnnerchor. If you are riding in the van, please arrive to the Senior Center by 11 a.m. If you are diving yourself, please arrive at the restaurant by 11:30. 

 


Senior citizens enjoying some snacks

Lunch and Learn

Thursday, September 5,  1 p.m. Meet with representatives from Comfort Keepers to learn how home care can benefit you.

Gahanna Public Library

From the Gahanna Library

Join us at the Gahanna Branch of the Columbus Metropolitan Library for these upcoming programs: 

Gahanna History Day

Saturday, August 24 | 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. 

Columbus Metropolitan Library Gahanna Branch

Join us to celebrate Gahanna History Day! Enjoy a day of programs and activities about the history of the city and connect with members of the Gahanna Historical Society. Bring items to scan for inclusion in the My History section of the library website and/or record your oral history. 

Digital Skills for Life - How to Use Your Phone/Tablet 

Hosted by Goodwill Columbus 

Thursday, August 29 | 10 - 11:30 a.m. 

Meeting Room 3, Columbus Metropolitan Library Gahanna Branch

Bring your smart phone and tablet to class and receive instruction on how to use your device for the things that are most important to you. 


Digital Skills for Life - Beginning Computer Skills 

Hosted by Goodwill Columbus 

Thursday, August 29 | 12:30 - 2 p.m. 

Meeting Room 3, Columbus Metropolitan Library Gahanna Branch

Whether you are a beginner or if you already know a little bit about computers, you can benefit from this workshop, taught by Goodwill Columbus, that will help you increase your digital skills. 

Saturday Music Series - Nacho Saxadillas 

Saturday, August 31 | 2 - 3 p.m. 

School Help Center, Columbus Metropolitan Library Gahanna Branch

Enjoy Nacho Saxadillas performing fun music on four different types of saxophones. 

Book List -New Thrillers

  • Red Sky Mourning -Jack Carr 
  • Angel of Vengeance -Lincoln Child and Douglas Preston 
  • A Death in Cornwall -Daniel Silva 
  • Shadow of Doubt -Brad Thor 
  • Eruption -Michael Crichton and James Patterson 
  • Arkangel -James Rollins 
  • Sentinel -Mark Greaney 
  • Bad River -Marc Cameron 
  • Burn Out - Joshua Hood 
  • Worst Case Scenario -TJ Newman 
  • No Safe Place -Michael Ledwidge 
  • Southern Man -Greg Iles 
  • Red Star Falling -Steve Berry and Grant Blackwood 
  • Tom Clancy's Shadow State -M P Woodward 
  • Assassins Anonymous -Rob Hart
  • Dog Day Afternoon - David Rosenfelt


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