April 15, 2024 Events & News

During this month of April, we acknowledge and honor the generosity of our volunteers who make it possible for HELPERS to serve our area seniors. Volunteering is a choice. A choice to give back to society and make a difference. A choice to strengthen personal ties to the community. A choice to find a sense of purpose and meaning in life. A choice to improve one’s own well-being. This month, and always, we celebrate our wonderful team of volunteers!”

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The following persons were memorialized March with a donation to Barnesville Area HELPERS: 

  • June Fankhanel
  • Wally Mulcahy
  • Josie Lamb
  • Emma Randklev
  • Floyd Butenoff

The File: “The One Place to Look”, Amy Dallman, Dancing Sky AAA

The File: “The One Place to Look”, Amy Dallman, Dancing Sky Area Agency on Aging, April 15th, 1:00-2:00 p.m., Bville Senior Community Center. The File is a summary record of financial, investments & insurance, legal document, estate management. This record provides a format for planning and discussions with loved ones in the event of an emergency or death. Each person will receive their own copy of The File.

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Toenail Clipping Clinic, Monday, April 22nd

Toenail Clipping Clinic, Monday, April 22nd, Bville Senior Community Center. By appointment only. Call HELPERS 218-354-7090 to schedule. Limited spaces available so call soon. Susan Pearson, L.P.N., $10.

Barnesville Day of Caring, Wed, May 1st

Barnesville Day of Caring, Wed, May 1st, Hosted by Barnesville Area Community Fund, Day of Caring arranges volunteers to go to the homes of senior community members to help them with outdoor projects. To sign up over the phone 218-354-7090 or complete the form in the HELPERS office.

DEADLINE TO REGISTER APRIL 15TH..Barnesville Day of Caring, Wed, May 1st, Hosted by Barnesville Area Community Fund, Day of Caring arranges volunteers to go to the homes of senior community members to help them with outdoor projects. To sign up over the phone 218-354-7090 or complete the form in the HELPERS office.

Country Music Line Dancing

Country Music Line Dancing Demonstration, Deb Egge & friends, Thursdays in May 2, 9, 16, & 23, 2:00-3:30 p.m., Bville Senior Community Center. Do you love country music and watching people dance? Or would you like to learn how to line dance yourself? On Thursday afternoons in May, Barnesville HELPERS will host a Country Music Line Dance Demonstration. Dancing is great exercise and just plain fun. This might be your chance to try out line dancing yourself either standing or sitting in a chair. The other option is just to come and watch, laugh, socialize and listen to some country music. Refreshments will be served. No charge but please call HELPERS at 219-354-7090 to register.

Theater Bus Trip

JASPER THEATER BUS TRIP, Legends of the Country, Thursday, June 27th, Pick up 10 a.m., Bville Senior Community Center

Cost: $70. Includes theater, lunch and coach bus transportation. Registration required.

Grow Young Fitness

Monday through Friday

Program For Seniors

Channel 12 at 

9:05am and 4:05pm 

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Be sure to check it out!

Exercise for Seniors

Mondays and Thursdays

Exercises for Seniors on Mondays and Thursdays, 9:30-10, Bville Senior Community Center

This is a basic, low-impact strengthening exercise program to promote body movement and strength. 

No pre-registration is required. 

Just show up and have fun while also doing your body good!

Game Day!

Tuesday & Friday

Game Day every Tuesday & Friday, 12:45 to 3pm, at the Bville Senior Community Center Join in the fun & games such as Pinochle, Whist, Hand & Foot and Rummy with other area seniors. 

Coffee and treats served following the activities. 

The Senior Community Center is located at 501 2nd Ave. NE. Call 218-493-4277 for more information. 

Transportation assistance can be provided by calling HELPERS in advance.

Fika—“Take a Break” with Coffee & Conversation April 10

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Fika—“Take a Break” with Coffee & Conversation

Wednesday, April 10th, 10-11a at the HELPERS office. 

All are welcome to join us for this monthly morning coffee break. Fika is a Swedish coffee tradition; it’s a time set aside for being together, catching up with friends, and enjoying a little something to eat. Contact HELPERS in advance if you would like to attend but need transportation assistance.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

HELPERS is always looking to add to our amazing team of volunteers and we have a variety of opportunities to fit your interests and time availability. 

Some of those opportunities include Transportation in and/or out of town, Monday delivery of Meals on Wheels, Friendly-Visiting, Errands/Shopping Assistance. 

Give us a call or stop in our office for more information.

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The Barnesville Senior Community Center is available for rental for your gatherings.

Contact Eva at 218-493-4277 for information and to make your reservation.