Hello and happy Friday! We have an exciting month ahead full of fun activities, creative opportunities, and chances to connect with friends! Whether you're swinging into the Golf League, getting crafty with rock painting, enjoying a delicious lunch, or trying your luck at Bingo, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Take a look at our upcoming events and join us for some great times together. Stay active, stay engaged, and let’s make this month memorable!

Gahanna senior center members sitting in the stands at a baseball game

May and June Program Registration

The May and June Senior Spotlight is here! Copies will be available at the Senior Center starting Monday, April 14. There are plenty of ways to get involved this season, whether you're looking to try something new, connect with your community, or simply make the most of spring.

Mark your calendars- program registration will open Thursday, April 17 at 9 a.m. Be sure to register early and secure your spot for your favorite programs.

A woman on a golf course, preparing to hit the ball

Golf League Kick-Off Meeting

Thursday, April 24 at 10 a.m.

Get ready to tee off with fellow golfers at our Golf League Kick-Off Meeting at the Gahanna Senior Center! This meeting is a great opportunity to learn everything you need to know about the 2025 league and get registered for the season.

Not able to attend on April 24? You can still register by stopping by the Senior Center front desk anytime after April 24. Let’s make this year’s league the best one yet – join us for some friendly competition, exercise, and plenty of fun!

A group of painted rocks with a black background

Rock Painting

Wednesday, April 23 at 9:30 a.m.

Join fellow senior Elizabeth Jeffries for a fun and relaxing Rock Painting Class! Elizabeth will guide you through new techniques to transform ordinary rocks into beautiful works of art. This hands-on class is the perfect opportunity to express your creativity, unwind, and connect with others in a laid-back, supportive environment. All supplies will be provided, so just bring your imagination and a love for crafting!

Three Gahanna Senior Center members sitting at a table, sharing a meal together and smiling.

Wednesday Lunch

Wednesday, April 23 at 12 p.m.

Looking for a mid-week pick-me-up? Come enjoy a warm, hearty lunch with friends at the Senior Center on Wednesday, April 23, where we’ll be serving up Chili Mac and Cornbread. This delicious meal is brought to you by our generous sponsors, Rittenhouse Village of Gahanna and Debbie McNichols with REMAX Connection. It’s the perfect chance to relax, chat with friends, and enjoy some great food in a welcoming atmosphere.

Beanbag Baseball

Wednesday, April 23 at 1 p.m.

Get ready for some fun and friendly competition with Beanbag Baseball! This indoor game brings all the excitement of baseball but with a twist – it's easy to learn and fun for everyone. New participants will receive a quick lesson on the basics, so you can join in on the action right away. Don’t miss out on the fun!

Afternoon Bingo

Thursday, April 24 at 1 p.m.

Get ready for a fun-filled afternoon of Bingo! Join us for friendly competition and great company, sponsored by Procore Medicare. Whether you're a Bingo pro or a more casual player, everyone is welcome to join in on the fun.

In Memory of Sandy Mundy

Our calligraphy instructor, Sandy Mundy, passed away March 25, 2025. A celebration of Life will be planned sometime in the future.

In Memory of Pat Kluesener

Long-time member, Pat Kluesener, passed away in February of this year. Her family will be hosting a celebration of life on Saturday, April 26 at Rusty Bucket from 1 -4 p.m.

Our Gahanna Vision Festival Graphic promoting Senior Lunch

Upcoming Events

Golf Course Chili Bowl

Saturday, April 19
10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Gahanna Municipal Golf Course (220 Olde Ridenour Rd.)

Shred and E-Recycle

Saturday, April 26
9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
City Hall (200 S. Hamilton Rd.)

Gahanna Mind & Wellness Fair

Thursday, May 1
5 - 7 p.m.
City Hall (200 S. Hamilton Rd.)

Our Gahanna Vision Festival - Senior Lunch

Wednesday, May 7
11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Gahanna Senior Center

From the Gahanna Library

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

Urban Birding Basics - Warbler Migration
Saturday, April 12 from 1:30 - 3 p.m.
Meeting Room 2

Discover the joy of birding right in your neighborhood! Learn the essentials of identifying common birds in urban settings. This class will have an outdoor component, weather permitting.

Visions 4 Aging Workshop - Courageous Conversations About the Challenges of Aging
Wednesday, April 16 from 12 - 1:30 p.m.

Visions 4 Aging is a 4 Part Workshop to facilitate Aging Well through CARE planning and building the pillars of wellness. Register at www.yourpath2healthy.org/visions-4-aging-workshop. 

Senior Living Truth Empowerment Series - Preparing to Downsize
Thursday, April 17 from 10 - 11:30 a.m.
Meeting Room 1 + 2

Join us for a series of lively panel discussions about the issues facing mature homeowners, moderated by Regina. R. Hill. Call 614-561-1621 to register.

Digital Skills for Life - Google Apps - Goodwill Columbus
Thursday, April 17 from 10 - 11:30 a.m.
Meeting Room 3

Learn how to use Google Apps at this workshop with Goodwill Columbus. Learn fundamental tools like Gmail, Google Drive and more.

Digital Skills for Life - Technology and Transportation - Goodwill Columbus
Thursday, April 17 from 12:30 - 2 p.m.
Meeting Room 3

This workshop explores the ways to use technology to travel around the city using apps like COTA bus service, Google Maps, and more. Bring your smartphone to get these apps and learn how to use them!

Landscape Design - OSU Master Gardener Speakers Bureau
Saturday, April 19 from 2 - 3 p.m.
Meeting Room 3

Learn from the expert to create the garden of your dreams!

Booklist: Arab American Heritage Month

A Woman Is No Man by Etaf Rum
Dearborn: Stories by Ghassan Zeineddine
Behind You Is the Sea by Susan Muaddi Darraj
But You Don't Look Arab: and Other Tales of Unbelonging by Hala Gorani
How Does It Feel to Be a Problem? Being Young and Arab in America by Moustafa Bayoumi
The Thirty Names of Night by Zeyn Joukhadar
Against the Loveless World by Susan Abulhawa
Trace Evidence: Poems by Charif Shanahan
The Amateur Spy by Dan Fesperman
Hollywood Crows by Joseph Wambaugh
Dark at the Crossing by Elliot Ackerman
The Wrong End of the Telescope by Rabih Alameddine
The Wrong End of the Table: a Mostly Comic Memoir of a Muslim Arab Woman Just Trying to Fit In by Ayser Salman
Love Is An Ex-country: a Memoir by Randa Jarrar
Salt Houses by Hala Alyan
The Map of Salt and Stars by Zeyn Joukhadar
It Won't Always Be Like This: a Graphic Memoir by Malaka Gharib