Where the Dance Club Became the Community Hub

People of a certain age (mine), remember a hot spot in Carmichaels called Kesocks. The unassuming building pulsed with thumping bass, flashing lights, and teenagers perfecting their best awkward dance moves. Along with the bowling alley in Waynesburg, it was the hub of teen life in the county. It was a place way before social media where kids from different schools could go to expand their social circle and make new friends.

A half century later, the building is still providing the same much needed venue for people to connect with each other – it turns out a great hangout is timeless.

The Carmichaels Activity Center stands as a lively axis of community life in the heart of this tight-knit community. More than just a gathering place, it serves as a social anchor where residents of all ages come together for dances with live bands every Friday night, fitness and yoga classes, holiday parties, game nights, public awareness meetings, line dance classes and even a murder mystery dinner.

Although it was previously known as a senior citizens center, it is presently full of incredible energy. Younger people come for a variety of programs, and adults of all ages drop in for events.

The center fosters an atmosphere that encourages connection, wellness, and volunteer spirit. In addition to the aforementioned activities, its multipurpose space hosts reunions, weddings and important fundraisers such as Toys For Tots® that draw the whole community. In a town where shared traditions matter, the Carmichaels Activity Center helps keep neighbors engaged, active, and united.

In reality the center has become the town’s all ages clubhouse – where everyone is welcome. Be sure to follow them on the GreeneScene Magazine calendar and their own Facebook page for new, exciting events happening every week!