[Updated: January 30, 2025 | Published: January 30, 2025]
Do you ever wonder about the lifestyle you could enjoy in our premier senior living community? To kick off 2025, we created a 2024 Recap video documenting the fun we enjoyed. From shared experiences to new friendships, the past year was full of engaging activities and meaningful moments. Every event and activity, on campus or off, reflected the values of connection and engagement that make Friendship Village of Dublin our home.
Watch Our 2024 Recap Video
Relive the highlights that defined our year and see the moments that brought us closer together. After you watch the video, keep reading for more details on some of our extraordinary adventures!
A Year of Wellness and Active Living
At Friendship Village of Dublin, 2024 vibrated with energy, engagement and exploration! Our Residents embraced life “The Village Way,” enjoying programs and activities designed to nurture nine dimensions of wellness. Each month, 80% of our Residents took part in at least one of an average of 369 activities.
Keep reading to glimpse a sample of the many experiences that sparked joy, deepened friendships and inspired new passions.
Creativity in Bloom
We unleashed our artistic side with vibrant classes that encouraged self-expression and skill-building:
- Watercolor, Ceramics and Animation – A splash of color, a touch of clay and a world of imagination!
- Ink Drawing, Craft Projects and Card Making – Thoughtful designs and handmade treasures brought creative visions to life.
- Alcohol Ink Art – We explored a unique and colorful medium, creating stunning abstract pieces.
- Pottery Wheel Throwing – We had lots of tactile fun as we crafted our tea bowls.
- Resident Raised-bed Gardens – We cultivated a vibrant mix of flowers, fragrant herbs and fresh vegetables, enjoying the harvest in meals, bouquets and shared moments with friends.
Connecting Through Clubs
Shared interests turned into lasting friendships through a variety of engaging clubs:
- Walking and Photography Clubs – We explored nature, captured breathtaking moments and created lasting memories together.
- Adventure and Book Clubs – We embraced new experiences and shared captivating stories with friends.
- Needlework and Bible Study Groups – We expressed creativity through quilting and embroidery, reflected in meaningful discussions and built a welcoming community.
- FVD Choir – Our talented singers performed at community concerts, singing favorite tunes and showcasing an original composition.
Staying Active, Staying Strong
Wellness was a top priority as we embraced movement and healthy living:
- Weekly Fitness Classes – Each week, 64 of us stayed strong, active and motivated through fun and energizing sessions. Every workout brought a renewed sense of vitality.
- Village Way 5K – Along with associates and families, we got fit and raised funds through this annual charitable event.
- Wiffle Ball Showdown – This fun and competitive game brought us together for laughter and camaraderie.
- Pickleball Games – Fast-paced and exciting matches kept us moving friendly.
- Bocce Tournaments – We enjoyed strategic and social games on the bocce courts, strengthening bonds through good-natured rivalry.
- Wellness Wednesdays – Special wellness-themed activities, from oatmeal bars to seated yoga sessions, kept health in focus throughout the year.
Exploring, Learning and Savoring Life
Whether venturing beyond the community or enjoying on-campus events, we had endless opportunities for discovery and delight:
On-Campus Enrichment
Chef-Prepared Meals – Delicious dining experiences brought us together. Every meal was a feast for the senses.- Beer and Wine Tastings and Big Band Concerts – Our nights were filled with rhythm and laughter as we unwound with music, craft beer, fine wine and engaging conversation.
- Visiting Musicians and Lectures – Inspiring performances and thought-provoking discussions lifted our hearts and engaged our minds.
- Active Aging Week – We took a magic carpet ride around the globe, sampling cultures, fashions, cuisines and performances.
- Holiday Celebrations – We came together for events like the Holiday Bazaar, Mother’s Day tea, Veterans Day Celebration, a Thanksgiving feast, Christmas concerts and festive gatherings led by Friendly the Elf.
Off-Campus Adventures
Village Voyages and Foodie Fridays – We explored exciting destinations and savored delicious flavors.- Dublin Art Tours and Museum Visits – We celebrated creativity, culture and history, gaining fresh perspectives with each visit.
- Trips to Clifton Mill, Hocking Hills and the Ohio Light Opera – We admired breathtaking natural landscapes and took in spectacular live performances.
- The Wall That Heals – We paid tribute to those who served with a moving visit to a traveling replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial.
Looking Ahead to 2025
As we enter a new year, we remain dedicated to fostering a vibrant, connected and enriching environment for all who call Friendship Village home. Here’s to another year of wellness, friendship and unforgettable experiences!
Are You Ready for a Lifestyle Filled with Activity, Friendship and Adventure?
Explore the vibrant lifestyle at Friendship Village of Dublin! As central Ohio’s premier senior living community for over 40 years, we believe that senior living should be filled with opportunities to connect, grow and thrive. Our Residents always have something new to experience, from engaging clubs and creative arts to fitness classes and exciting excursions.
Whether you’re looking for an active, maintenance-free lifestyle or want to enjoy more of what you love, we invite you to sample our resort-style community along the Scioto River in Dublin.
Take the first step toward a more fulfilling future. Call us today at 614-734-2105 or use the button below to schedule a visit!
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