November 12, 2024
10:30 a.m.
PKS Town Hall (Betty Carr Room)
Attendees: John Brodman, John Clarke, Elizabeth Jobe, Kathy Driver, John Macheca, Leigh DeKorte, Cyndy Schersching, Grace Marshall, Michelle Powers, Mike DiLauro
Call to order: Cyndy Schersching, Chair
Opening note: Before the agenda was addressed, John Macheca raised a concern as to women in PKS being treated fairly and equally, without bias. The Council agreed with the concept but expressed the opinion that this is a non-partisan forum.
Old Business
Bringing exercise classes to PKS from Leon Mann – A winning offering
Every Thursday morning: Chair Yoga 8:45 a.m. Betty Carr Room. Continue to spread the word. Continue to encourage men to attend. Presented by Ann Bures.
Status Update ‘partnership’ with Carteret Hospital
Putting the community voice in the community hospital with the help of Julie Anderson, Mayor John and Jason Baker, PKS Fire Chief.
Summary of the Fall Fair: Excellent opportunity to raise our awareness
40+ stopped by. Sold a few copies of George Fuller’s book. Interest in chair yoga expressed. Interest in coming to the forums and watching the ones we have produced on YouTube.
Report on Forum with George Fuller
21 people attended the forum and were enthusiastic about George’s presentation. Several people bought his book and/or the Go Wish cards he mentioned. A dinner party and Sing-Along with George were hosted by Kathy Driver that evening. 14 people attended and everyone seemed to have a great time.
New Business
Bob Ross on Community Movie Night
Guest Bob Ross attended to discuss his idea of movie outings. Bob grew up in Durham and attended UNC. He is a movie aficionado! He has talked with the lady who manages the AB movie theater about scheduling movies that target adults.
He would also like to see locals patronize the movies in AB more often, possibly to go in groups and afterwards adjourn to one of the local restaurants to discuss the movie. In the meantime, go online and see what is playing each week and support the local movie house. There is an article written by Bob in the November Shoreline on this topic. This would fit into our efforts to have more social activities for our population.
Another Council on Aging Model in New Canaan, CT
Cindy shared information on a different model for a Council on Aging. This model included:
- A membership fee which comes with benefits.
- Cindy provided a handout (attached).
- New Canaan is a wealthy area with a population of 20K+.
Participation in the Fall Fair
We participated Sunday October 27 in the event sponsored by Spoondrift. John Clarke with the help of Mike DeLauro and Kathy Driver oversaw the event.
Crystal Coast Senior Lifestyle Expo 11/13/2024. Contact Leigh DeKorte
- Home Helpers sponsored this Fair at the Swansboro Civic Center (directly behind CVS).
- 25-30 vendors will be there.
- This a free event to all.
Next meeting
Our next meeting is Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 10:30 a.m. in the Betty Carr Room, A.C. Town Municipal Building.