CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. – Clarksville Senior Center celebrates Older Americans Month with a “Blaze a Trail” campaign.
Older adults are encouraged to leave a legacy of leadership and inspiration. May 10-12 features the “50+ Creativity Festival” with displays of original arts and crafts. Physical talents are also planned.
Marcia Ovrebo, a Center member and a 10-year Clarksville resident, will be among the participants. She finally realizes her dream of life in the Fine Arts as she shares original art at her first showing. A Minnesota farm girl with a childhood call to Tennessee, “MarCia” (Auntie M) enjoys the creative activities at the Senior Center, where she praises the nurturing encouragement to pursue her dreams.
Battling and overcoming health issues including cancer, a stroke, thyroid problems, PTSD, ADHD, and Panic-Anxiety – MarCia uses these experiences to “blaze a trail” by encouraging and motivating other people along the way to “not give up.” Challenges become opportunities to move out of a comfort zone and into more fulfilling successful experiences.
Life after 50 can be a dynamic and an enriching life experience. According to Ms. Ovrebo, “We can be pioneers as we leave a legacy of leadership, leading the way to fulfilling dreams.” As the ancient proverb proclaims, “A journey of a thousand miles begins with one step!” There will be a ceremony held on May 11 in honor of all entries and to announce the winners.
The Clarksville Montgomery County Ajax Turner Senior Citizens Center is located at 953 Clark Street in Clarksville. Contact them at 931-648-1345 or www.ajaxturner.org.