Welcome to OCDOA Upcoming Programs, our monthly newsletter featuring select events and classes for the coming month. Programs are listed chronologically by event date from earliest to latest. To avoid missing registration deadlines, be sure to note the "register by" dates. We can't wait for you to join us!
To Register:
- Call or visit the center of your choice (unless otherwise indicated in the program description)
- Passmore Center, 103 Meadowlands Dr., Hillsborough; (919) 245-2015
- Seymour Center 2551 Homestead Rd., Chapel Hill; (919) 968-2070
- Register online at www.orangecountync.gov/OnlineRegistration
- To see all that we have to offer, visit our senior centers to pick up the current Endless Possibilities Activity Guide or download the guide at www.orangecountync.gov/EP.
Feb 1
Get Help with Filing your 2023 Income Tax Return
The Orange County Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program (VITA) offers income tax return preparation services at no charge to those with low and moderate incomes. You can meet in-person with a certified volunteer preparer at the Seymour Center in Chapel Hill or the Passmore Center in Hillsborough. Schedule online at our website www.orangecountync.gov/vita or by phone at 919-245-4242. If you have a smart phone and internet access, you can also opt to use our Virtual VITA service. Or for straightforward returns, we offer a Do-It-Yourself approach. Visit our website at www.orangecountync.gov/vita for more information and to get started.
Ready or Not? Preparing for the Unexpected
Join Cynda Beauchamp with Edward Jones Financial for a discussion on how to position your portfolio for both expected and unexpected life changes. Min: 3/Max: 20.
Date: Thu, Feb 1; Time: 10 am
Location: Passmore; Phone: 919-245-2015
Code: 254064-02; Register by: Thu, Jan 25; Fee: FREE
Feb 2
Black History Month Breakfast
In recognition of Black History Month, celebrate a rewarding cultural program experience, fellowship, and a soulful breakfast. This annual program is co-sponsored with Chapel Hill Parks and Recreation and Orange County Department on Aging. Min: 30/Max: 70.
Date: Fri, Feb 2; Time: 10:30 am – 12:30 pm; Fee: FREE
Location: Hargarves Center, 216 N Roberson St, Chapel Hill, NC
Phone: 919-968-2070; Code: 350019-03; Register by: Fri, Jan 26
Black History Special Film: Till
In honor of Black History Month, Orange County Office of Equity and Inclusion invites all to a special screening of the acclaimed film Till (2022). This powerful movie depicts the true story of a mother’s tireless fight for justice after the brutal murder of her 14-year-old son, Emmett Till. Limited seating. Popcorn and drinks provided. Min: 30/Max: 80.
Date: Fri, Feb 2; Time: 6 – 8 pm
Location: Seymour; Phone: 919-968-2070
Code: 353010-01; Register by: Wed, Jan 31; Fee: $5.00
Feb 3
Art Exhibit: Lunar New Year Inspired Art
Ring in the Lunar New Year through art! Presented by the Chinese Cultural Development Association, this collaborative and diverse works exhibition celebrates the talents of our vibrant local Chinese community. We invite all to share in the spirit and artistic expressions at this opening reception. The exhibit will end on Sat, Apr 6. Min: 20/ Max: 60.
Date: Sat, Feb 3; Time: 2 – 3 pm
Location: Seymour; Phone: 919-968-2070
Code: 354187-13; Register by: Sat, Jan 27; Fee: FREE
Feb 7
Laughter's Power: Comedies of Preston Sturges
Preston Sturges created many of his comedies in the early 40s. His films are full of physical humor and great wit, grounded by serious purpose. Sturges’ films were often satires about contemporary life, the silliness of Hollywood, or our penchant for heroes. You may remember them fondly. Films: The Palm Beach Story (1942); Hail the Conquering Hero (1944).
Date: Wed, Feb 7, 21; Time: 10 am – 12 noon
Location: Seymour; Phone: 919-968-2070
Code: 353010-03; Register by: Wed, Jan 17; Fee: FREE
Puzzle People
Do you love jigsaw puzzles? Are you ready to swap out the puzzles you've completed for something new? You're in luck! Puzzle People will gather every other month to swap puzzles. There are simple exchange rules to keep things fair, but any jigsaw puzzle (with all of its pieces) is welcomed and can be swapped. Email Samantha Pell if you have any questions: spell@orangecountync.gov.
Date: Wed, Feb 7; Time: 3 – 4 pm
Location: Seymour; Phone: 919-968-2070
Code: 313120-05; Register by: Wed, Jan 31; Fee: FREE
LGBTQ+ Winter Film and Potluck
Join us for our monthly dinner and movie series. As we celebrate the month for love February’s feature film is Saving Face. Writer/director Alice Wu, made her feature-length directorial debut with Saving Face; “I suppose if there is one thing I am trying to say with the film, it is that no matter who you are – Asian or black, gay or straight, young or old – that everyone basically wants to love – and that opportunity can start at any point in your life that you want it to.” Co-hosted by Carolina Aging Alliance and Project EngAGE LGBTQ+ Senior Resource Team. Dinner will be served at 5:30 pm.
Date: Wed, Feb 7; Time: 5:30 – 8:30 pm
Location: Seymour Center; Phone: 919-968-2070
Register by: Tue, Feb 6; Fee: FREE
See More Wednesdays
An evening of open performances in which creators get five minutes to express themselves through music, poetry, sketch comedy, prose, rap, improvisation, dance, stand–up comedy – anything goes. To perform, sign in up to an hour before show time. Cast, rehearsed, and put on stage in front of a live audience. Leave your cares, woes, and critical judgement at the door.
Date: Wed, Feb 7; Time: 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Location: Seymour; Phone: 919–968–2070
Code: 343057-03; Registration: Not required; Fee: FREE
Feb 8
Memory Screening
Memory screenings are an important part of a good health and wellness routine for people of all ages. Screenings take just a few minutes, consist of a series of questions, and are conducted one-on-one with a certified screener. Min: 5/Max: 50.
Date: Thu, Feb 8; Time: 9 am – 12 noon; Fee: FREE
Location: Seymour; Code: 342509-07; Register by: Mon, Feb 5Contact: 919-968-2087 or agingtransitions@orangecountync.gov
Feb 9
Game Development in NC
Learn how art and technology merge to create tools for training, education, and entertainment. Right around the corner from Orange County, there are companies right in the RTP area that make up the gaming industry. Many are artists who create and write code for the games. Instructor: Paula Hindman. Min: 10/Max: 20.
Date: Fri, Feb 9; Time: 11 am
Location: Passmore Hybrid; Phone: 919-245-2015
Code: 214051-01; Register by: Fri, Feb 2; Fee: FREE
Chinese New Year Celebration
Ring in the Year of the Dragon at our colorful Chinese New Year Celebration at Seymour Center! This lively event will feature a talent show for entertainment and you'll get to taste traditional Chinese snacks. All are welcome! Min: 5/Max: 80.
Date: Fri, Feb 9; Time: 1 – 3 pm
Location: Seymour; Phone: 919-968-2070
Code: 340007-06; Register by: Fri, Feb 2; Fee: FREE
Feb 10
Love is in the Air: Cupid is Back!
Love is in the air and Cupid is on the loose! His love arrows are flying. Will you get hit? Get out your chic party attire and comfy dance shoes for a spectacular evening. Live music will fill the air and dinner will be served at our signature event. This party will overflow with endless possibilities of love and joy. Co-sponsored with Hannah Ruth Foundation. Min: 50/Max: 100.
Date: Sat, Feb 10; Time: 4 – 6 pm
Location: Seymour; Phone: 919-968-2070
Code: 313057-07; Register by: Sat, Feb 3; Fee: FREE
Feb 13
Veteran's Valentine Musical Revue
Feel the love and patriotism as we usher in Valentine's Day! Join the Carolina Preserve Veteran's Chorus for a lively concert featuring romantic ballads, patriotic anthems, classic Americana tunes, and good ol' rock n' roll. Whether you're there for love ballads or the rousing American classics, don't miss this sing-along and heartwarming musical celebration. Min: 30/Max: 80.
Date: Tue, Feb 13; Time: 10:30 – 11:30 am
Location: Seymour Hybrid; Phone: 919-968-2070
Code: 343042-03; Register by: Tue, Feb 6; Fee: FREE
Monarch Support Group
Taking back power in later life. A space for older adults to share about the transition of retirement and later life and finding meaning and purpose.
Date: Tue, Feb 13; Time: 3 – 4 pm
Location: Seymour; Phone: 919-968-2070
Register by: Mon, Feb 12; Fee: FREE
Exploring the History of Geer Cemetery
In celebration of Black History Month the EOL SRT welcomes you to a discussion celebrating one of our areas oldest African American cemeteries. Join us as we honor the history and legacy of those laid to rest in the Geer cemetery and delve into discussions surrounding the inequities surrounding death and dying. Hosted by the End-of-Life Choices Senior Resource Team.
Date: Tue, Feb 13; Time: 4:30 – 6 pm
Location: Seymour; Phone: 919-968-2070
Register by: Fri, Feb 9; Fee: Free
Feb 14
Passmore Valentine Party
Wear your festive red attire and join us for light refreshments and company on the day when everyone deserves a little love.
Date: Wed, Feb 14; Time: 2 pm
Location: Passmore; Phone: 919-245-2015
Code: 213077-01; Register by: Wed, Feb 7; Fee: FREE
Feb 15
Heart Health and Hands-on CPR Training
Heart disease is the #1 killer worldwide and stroke ranks second globally. Even when those conditions don’t result in death, they may cause disability and diminish quality of life. It is important to recognize the signs and be prepared to help. Orange County EMS invites you to join a hands-on CPR session (not a CPR certification course). Remember to wear red to celebrate Heart Month!
Date: Thu, Feb 15; Time: 10 – 11 am
Location: Passmore; Phone: 919-245-2015
Code: 212007-01; Register by: Thu, Feb 8; Fee: FREE
Aging and the Five Senses: Vision
Let's talk about VISION in the next program of our "Aging and the Five Senses" series. Did you know vision is one of the first of our five sense to change when it comes to aging? Bring your questions or just your ears for a conversation about vision and aging - what's normal and what's not! Hosted by Mental Wellness Senior Resource Team. Min: 10/Max: 84.
Date: Thu, Feb 15; Time: 4 – 5:30 pm
Location: Passmore; Phone: 919-245-2015
Code: 254069-02; Register by: Wed, Feb 14; Fee: FREE
Feb 16
Art Appreciation - Portraits
Art appreciation starts with you, the viewer. How does a picture speak to you, emotionally and from your personal experience? A docent from the Ackland Art Museum will guide our discussion as he shows works from the National Portrait Gallery. Min: 3/Max: 12.
Date: Fri, Feb 16; Time: 1 –2:30 pm
Location: Passmore; Phone: 919-245-2015
Code: 213085-01; Register by: Fri, Feb 9; Fee: FREE
Survey of American Music
American music has a wide variety of styles. In this presentation, we will explore many different genres that have developed since its founding, ranging from the music of, among others, the Revolution and Civil War, early folk music, jazz, and rock and roll. Instructor: Mary Ann Nilsson. Min: 10/Max: 80.
Date: Fri, Feb 16; Time: 3 – 4 pm
Location: Seymour; Phone: 919-968-2070
Code: 337003-07; Register by: Fri, Feb 9; Fee: FREE
2024 Carolina Black Pioneer Scholarship Film
Join the leaders of Chapel Hill's Black Film Festival in presenting the work of their 2024 Carolina Black Pioneer Scholarship winners. One of the winning films will be shown, followed by a discussion with the creator(s) and leaders of the film festival. For more information about the Chapel Hill Black Film Festival, including dates, location, and tickets, please email: morganabdalla@chbff.com
Date: Fri, Feb 16; Time: 4 pm
Location: Seymour; Phone: 919-968-2070
Code: 343104-08; Register by: Fri, Feb 9; Fee: FREE
Feb 17
Celebrating Your Soul
Calling musicians and performers of all ages! Celebrate Black History Month with us as we enjoy snacks while watching Disney's film Soul and test your skills at constructing musical instruments of your own. Sponsored by: Project EngAGE Intergenerational SRT, the Orange County Sheriff's Office, and the United Voices of Efland Cheeks. Min: 10/Max: 80.
Date: Sat, Feb 17; Time: 1:30 – 4:30 pm
Location: Passmore; Phone: 919-968-2070
Code: 213086-02; Register by: Mon, Feb 12; Fee: FREE
Feb 18
Classic Film Series: Young Frankenstein
We’re tickled to be offering Mel Brooks' hilarious Young Frankenstein in February and hope you will join us for. Our classic film series, led by Gail and Michael Corrado, will include viewing the film and open discussion afterwards.
Date: Sun, Feb 18; Time: 2 pm
Location: Passmore; Phone: 919-245-2015
Code: 257054-02; Register by: Fri, Feb 9; Fee: FREE
Feb 19
Daylight Death Café
Join Ann Weston, founder of Green Burial Project, for Chapel Hill/Carrboro’s very own free Daylight Death Café. Learn more about what Death Cafes are and discover a safe place to discuss mortality. Sponsored by the Project EngAGE End of Life Choices Senior Resource Team.
Date: Mon, Feb 19; Time: 9:30 – 11 am
Location: Seymour; Phone: 919-968-2070
Register by: Thu Feb 15; Fee: FREE
International Day: Women & Girls in Science
In honor of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, we will be doing some simple experiments. Since it's a teacher workday from school, bring the grandchildren to join in and see how much fun science can be. Leaders: Faye Cleaton and Kallie Smith.
Date: Mon, Feb 19; Time: 2 – 3 pm
Location: Passmore; Phone: 919-245-2015
Code: 243071-02; Register by: Mon, Feb 12; Fee: FREE
Feb 20
TED Talks at Passmore
Watch a pre-recorded TED Talk with the group and share your thoughts. This month’s TED Talk is 4 Larger-Than-Life Lessons from Soap Operas. A former director for As the World Turns shows how exaggerated stories and characters often cast light on the problems of real life. TED stands for Technology, Entertainment and Design and is owned by a non-profit, non-partisan foundation. Min: 5/Max: 8.
Date: Tue, Feb 20; Time: 2 pm
Location: Passmore Hybrid; Phone: 919-245-2015
Code: 254038-02; Register by: Tue, Feb 13; Fee: FREE
Dementia – Let’s Talk About It
Join OCDoA’s dementia care specialists for an ONLINE conversation around topics related to dementia education, living with cognitive change, and being a dementia caregiver. We will provide 15-30 minutes of education at the start of the hour, and the remaining time will be spent in conversation, Q&A, and resource-sharing around the day’s topic.
Date: Tues, Feb 20; Time: 10 – 11 am
Topic: Living Alone with Dementia; Fee: FREE
Register at: 919-968-2087 or agingtransitions@orangecountync.gov
Feb 21
Flicks at Passmore: It Happened One Night
A renegade reporter trailing a young runaway heiress for a big story joins her on a bus heading from Florida to New York, and they end up stuck with each other when the bus leaves them behind at one of the stops. Starring Clark Gable and Claudette Colbert. Directed by Frank Capra.
Date: Wed, Feb 21; Time: 2 – 4 pm
Location: Passmore; Phone: 919-245-2015
Code: 253015-02; Register by: Wed, Feb 14; Fee: FREE
411 in Senior Housing
The 2023 Orange County Senior Housing Guide is available! In this session, we will cover the different types of senior specific housing in Orange County, NC and the current general cost and availability of those options. We will discuss strategies for navigating these housing options given their different eligibility factors and tips and tricks for when looking to share housing with roommates.
Date: Wed, Feb 21; Time: 4:30 – 5:30 pm
Location: Seymour; Phone: 919-968-2070
Code: 337044-06; Register by: Mon, Feb 19; Fee: FREE
Feb 22
Memory Screening
Memory screenings are an important part of a good health and wellness routine for people of all ages. Screenings take just a few minutes, consist of a series of questions, and are conducted one-on-one with a certified screener. Min: 5/Max: 50.
Date: Thu, Feb 22; Time: 9 am – 12 noon; Fee: FREE
Location: Passmore; Code: 242504-02; Register by: Mon, Feb 19
Contact: 919-968-2087 or agingtransitions@orangecountync.gov
Feb 24
Barn Art Quilt
Create your own barn quilt! Barn quilts are created on pre-primed plywood and can be hung inside or outside. Choose your own pattern and color choices and learn how to draft the pattern onto the plywood. Cash or check to Friends of the Jerry M. Passmore Center. All materials included. Instructor: Beth Ball. Min: 8/Max: 16.
Date: Sat, Feb 24; Time: 9 am – 12 noon
Location: Passmore; Phone: 919-245-2015
Code: 213075-01; Register by: Fri, Feb 9; Fee: $60.00
Feb 26
Saving For and In Retirement: Avoiding Mistakes
In this seminar you will learn ways to navigate around some of the most common retirement planning mistakes. Instructor: Edward Moseley, Senior Financial Advisor, Wells Fargo. Min: 10/Max: 25.
Date: Mon, Feb 26; Time: 6 – 7 pm
Location: Passmore; Phone: 919-245-2015
Code: 254064-71; Register by: Mon, Feb 19; Fee: FREE
Feb 28
Solo Agers Interest Group
Solo agers are older adults who are making decisions about their future independently. Come meet other solo agers, learn together, and get involved! This month we’ll hear from Orange County Community Paramedics to learn how they support solo agers.
Date: Wed, Feb 28; Time: 4 – 6 pm
Location: Seymour; Phone: 919-968-2070
Register by: Tue, Feb 27; Fee: FREE
Feb 29
Josh's Hope/LifeTrack in Orange County
Josh's Hope/Life Track is used in Orange County by the Sheriff's Office. This database helps officers when responding to a call with people with known cognitive, mental health, and other intellectual disabilities. Join officers from the Orange County Sheriff's Office to learn more about this program. Min: 5/Max: 20.
Date: Thu, Feb 29; Time: 10 am
Location: Passmore; Phone: 919-245-2015
Code: 213072-01; Register by: Thu, Feb 22; Fee: FREE
Sing Along to the Songs of Broadway
Sing along to the songs of Broadway with Julie Pendleton and John Moore. John will tickle the ivories while Julie sings songs by American composers Cole Porter, Rodgers and Hammerstein, Stephen Sondheim, Irving Berlin, George Gershwin, and others. Lyrics will be on the big screen for you to sing along, share memories, hear trivia, and to have fun!
Date: Thu, Feb 29; Time: 3 – 4 pm
Location: Seymour; Phone: 919-968-2070
Code: 323054-05; Register by: Thu, Feb 22; Fee: FREE
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