The Frank P Giannini Senior Citizen Center has taken on new life on select Saturday nights thanks to the effort of a local couple.
If you drive past the center located at 200 North Eagle Street on those nights you will find cars have filled the parking lots and are lined up and down the street leading up to the entrance. Gary and Teresa Jackson have led the drive to provide entertainment for area residents with a live band and dancing. According to Jackson with the help of some elected officials they have brought country music and fun to the community.
click to download audioTeresa Jackson shared others who have helped them accomplish their goal and added that Gary had been appointed to the Senior Citizens Board of Directors to allow the activities to be held regularly.
click to download audioShe went on to say the music and dance are scheduled from 6:00 to 9:00 pm on the 2nd and 4th Saturday nights of each month.
Jackson noted the first night of activities were sponsored by local businesses and individuals but now there is a small fee charged to cover the expense of the band. He added that all funds left over goes back to the Senior Center.
click to download audioJackson stressed that you don’t have to know how to dance to attend. Anyone is invited to come and listen to the band and enjoy the music. All ages are welcome to join them even if you are not a Senior Adult.
click to download audioFor more information about this program, you can contact Gary Jackson at 270-963-0125.
