SCC Newsletter

December 2023

Giving Tree Village

Senior Community Connections volunteers are thrilled to present this year's tree in Rotary of Davidson's annual Giving Tree Village. SCC's theme is "Golden Memories." Members had the opportunity to share their favorite stories or what they love about SCC. We hope you'll get the chance to stroll the tree village at the Davidson Green and read some of the memory cards that will be placed on our tree. Volunteers also painted pine cones together to match with our "golden" theme.

We also have a special memorial addition to the tree, as we remember those special members we lost this year.

Thank you to the volunteers who helped plan, create, and execute a meaningful and inclusive tree that we hope represents and honors our members, past and present.

Voting begins Thursday November 30th at 5pm in conjunction with Christmas in Davidson and ends on Sunday December 3rd! When it is time to vote, you can visit the link or QR code below. Please share with your friends an family!

Giving Tree Village Link

SCC's QR Code for voting:

New Board Member Introduction:

Meet Christine Lockwood

Why did you choose to volunteer for SCC? I think the mission of SCC is an important one. Taking care of our seniors is near and dear to my heart.

Your favorite game or sport or hobby: Running after my almost 2 year old!

Who's your hero? My husband

Your favorite book: Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austin

A good movie you have recently watched: HA! Finding Nemo

Your favorite local spot to eat: 131 Main in Cornelius

Your favorite vacation spot: We just finished building our forever home, so my backyard at the moment. 

What words do you live by? Be Kind, you never know what people are going through

Your favorite memory with SCC: I am new here and so I can’t wait to make some memories!

Any other hobbies, interests, or facts about you that you would like to share: I grew up dancing and was a NBA dancer for the Orlando Magic from 2000-2003

We are happy to welcome Christine to SCC! She brings a lot of skills, talent, and energy to our board!

Upcoming Events

First Friday Lunch at The Egg- - Dec 1 at 10:30am 231 Griffith St. Davidson, NC RSVP as soon as possible by calling 980-689-1843 or email us at seniorslkn@gmail.com. Please let us know if you need a ride.

A Nice Family Gathering- Please join us to see A Nice Family Gathering on Dec. 10th at 2PM at the Armour Street Theater in Davidson. Tickets are limited. Members are free, first come first serve. RSVP as soon as possible by calling 980-689-1843 or emailing seniorslkn@gmail.com and let us know if you need a ride.

A Toast to the New Year- Stay tuned, details coming soon about this SCC event!

Partner Events

Christmas in Davidson- Runs from Thursday November 30th through Saturday December 2nd. We hope you'll take the time to walk around the Giving Tree Village and find the SCC tree. Please consider voting for our tree between these dates!

Wise Aging Meditation Circle- Connect to a supportive community that shares real talk about aging; the challenges, the joys, and finding meaning on the journey. With guidance from an experienced educator and aging specialist, Laurie Walker, you will receive tools and practical suggestions for navigating your aging journey: through mindfulness practices, meditations, and activities that lead you to a better understanding of how to age well. The group is free and open to all. We meet on Zoom Tuesdays at 10:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. Register HERE or send an email to laurie@yogawithlaurie.com

Clay Art for Seniors- Join the Charlotte Mecklenburg Library as we aid you in a step-by-step process to create a snowperson. This hands-on clay art program will help you learn to make a clay project that will last a lifetime. Materials and supplies will be provided, but registration is required. Please register by Friday, December 8, 2023, at 10:30am. Projects will need to dry before they can be decorated so a follow-up program has been scheduled for decorating your project once it is dry. Register HERE!

SENIOR LIVING

December Book Recommendations

The Measure by Nikki Erlick-

recommended by Andrea (Volunteer Director)

Midnight library by Matt Haig-

recommended by Shanna (Director of Operations)

Interested in sharing a book recommendation in an upcoming newsletter? Send us an email at seniorslkn@gmail.com with the title and anything you'd like to share about the book, and we will feature it in an upcoming newsletter!

GET INVOLVED

We could not operate without the tremendous support from our volunteers, community partners and donors. Below are ways you can get involved.

Become a Volunteer

Would you be available to drive a member to an appointment or join them on a walk? No ongoing commitment necessary, just volunteer as you are able. Reach out by emailing seniorslkn@gmail.com or visit our website HERE!

Join the Leadership Team

We are looking for passionate members of the community to join us in our next season of SCC. Email us with your area of interest such as social events or memberships at seniorslkn@gmail.com

Thank you to our generous donors!

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Paul Herbert

Hugh and Brenda Barger

Willis Family Foundation

Peninsula Community Foundation

David Barry

Beth Quinn

Ann Crockett

Molly Toll Reed

Nancy Bondurant

Albert Wilegard

Kelli Rogers

William Kelley

Luke Charde

Willis Family Foundation

The Reeb Family

Rotary Club of Davidson

Davidson Turkey Trot

Caroline and Mariano Doble

Mary Anne Hammond