SeniorFEST

SeniorFest
2023
March 21st

Featured guest, Pepper Choplin – Humorist, Composer, and Concert Artist. 

Pepper Choplin

Seniorfest

SeniorFEST, an annual Chowan tradition for senior adults, is Tuesday, March 21.  This in-person event will be hosted from 9:30 am-2:30 pm.

Featured guest, Pepper Choplin – Humorist, Composer, and Concert Artist. Seven breakout sessions to choose from. Cost is now $20.

Online registration for 2023 is now closed. To inquire about registration, contact Lou Ann Gilliam at 252-398-6317 or by email at gillil@chowan.edu.

Grandparents Guide to Raising a Generous Family:

Materialism, greed, and self-centeredness describe much of our current culture. Sometimes it can be difficult to talk with our loved ones about “stuff” and money. Learn creative and practical ideas of how you can help create a culture of generosity in your own family. Daryl Trexler, Eastern Area Manager, North Carolina Baptist Foundation

Help! I forgot where I put my keys?

Learn about normal versus not normal aging issues. Dr. Donna W. Roberson, PhD, FNP-BC, Associate Professor, ECU College of Nursing, Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Disorders Director for the Carolina Geriatric Workforce Enhancement Program Grant, Certified Dementia Practitioner

Hope is a VERB

Leaning into HOPE during hard times. Rev. Mari E. Wiles Minister to the University   

Living History

Explore the archives of Chowan University to find 175 years of Chowan treasures.  Sponsored by CU Friends of Whitaker Library. Frances Cole, Assistant Professor of Library Science

Medicare 101

Learn how to understand your Medicare benefit. Lisa J. Barker, Northeast Regional Manager, SHIPP (Senior Health Insurance Program) Manager Northeast and JoAnne Powell, Program Manager, Hertford County Office of Aging

Mind and Body Fitness

Enjoy learning new ways of stretching and relaxation techniques. Light physical activity will be involved. Jason Jenkins & Lisa Lane, ECU Health Wellness Center Ahoskie Coaches