The Buckingham Active Seniors a fun group of individuals, ages 50 and up, who come together to share common interests and explore new ones. Their goal is to provide fun and exciting activities for senior citizens in Buckingham County.

The Buckingham Active Seniors has grown tremendously since their start in late 2010. They meet at 1:00 on the second Tuesday of each month except in June, November, and December at the Buckingham Community Center beside Dollar General in Dillwyn. They strive for positive, informative, and enjoyable quality programs and events for members.  Along with socializing, members contribute a dish for the refreshment table and settle in to learn something new from the variety of speakers who have participated. Over the past two years, various local groups have spoken of the services they provide, and others have provided information about exercises to do at home, facts and resources related to Alzheimer’s disease, and how to avoid scams. Special talks by Marian Kyner, MSN, RN, informed the group about dementia and keeping the brain healthy, being social to live longer, and the relationship between music and memory.

From left: Robbie Maxey, Jessica Moss & Ben Moss of Moss Tree Service – Best Business Award;
Kimberly Page– Volunteer of the Year Award; John O’Bryant– Lifetime Achievement Award.

NOMINATION LETTER ABOUT JOHN O’BRYANT

John O’Bryant was born May 1, 1944, in Buckingham County. He attended school in the county and made his mark here.

Upon graduation from Buckingham County High School, he joined the army. After serving three years, he made his home in Richmond; ten years later he heard Buckingham County calling to him: “Come home, John. We need you.”

For an application and/or rules for this years’ contest, call the Buckingham Chamber at
983-2372 or you can download an entry form at www.buckinghamchamberofcommerce.com