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C LARION<br />
J U L Y 2 0 1 2<br />
www.centuryhouseassociation.com • www.newwestpcr.ca<br />
Float The<br />
Summer Away<br />
See page 13<br />
CENTURY HOUSE<br />
ASSOCIATION<br />
CENTURY HOUSE HOURS<br />
620 Eighth Street, BC, V3M 3S2 • 604.519.1066<br />
Mon., Tues., Wed., & Fri. 9:00 am - 4:00 pm<br />
Thursday<br />
9:00 am - 9:00 pm<br />
Saturday & Sunday Closed<br />
LOW VISION: 604-519-6111
Association News<br />
CENTURY HOUSE ASSOCIATION GENERAL MEETING<br />
Wednesday, June 6, <strong>2012</strong><br />
President Marg McKee Secretary Barb McAloney<br />
1st Vice President Annette Oakes Treasurer Ruth Deeks<br />
2nd Vice President Laura Vanden-Eykel Past President Patricia Smith<br />
3rd Vice President Dianne Clark<br />
<strong>CH</strong>A MINUTES OF<br />
<strong>CH</strong>AIRPERSONS’ MEETING<br />
June 6, <strong>2012</strong><br />
Marg opened the meeting welcoming everyone.<br />
A motion to accept the minutes of the May meeting as<br />
published in the <strong>Clarion</strong> was made by Barry, seconded<br />
by Karen. There were 20 Chairpersons, 6 Executive<br />
and 2 staff members in attendance.<br />
TREASURER’S REPORT<br />
Monthly Report<br />
Total revenue for the month of May $ 1,276.63<br />
Total expense for the month of May $ 1,864.47<br />
Net income for the month $ -587.84<br />
CORRESPONDENCE<br />
No correspondence<br />
BUSINESS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES<br />
(a) Queen’s Jubilee Tea - Marg<br />
June 30th - get tickets at the office.<br />
(b) Heart to Art Project - Marg<br />
We applied for a grant to New Horizon’s last year and<br />
we have officially received it. It is an intergenerational<br />
project and covers 5 different areas: spoken word,<br />
mosaic, performance theatre, digital photography and<br />
music. Applications for professional artists are available<br />
as are application forms for senior and youth apprentices.<br />
If anyone is interested, leave your name at<br />
the office and interviews will probably be held in <strong>July</strong>.<br />
Public workshops will be in October or November and<br />
a final gala in March of April of 2013. The theme is<br />
“Making the world a better place through art”.<br />
(c) <strong>Century</strong> <strong>House</strong> branding update - Laura<br />
Approximately 1 year ago we started a discussion<br />
around rebranding and tagnames. A meeting was<br />
held with Blair Fryer and Jason Haight where we discussed,<br />
what is rebranding? A working group has<br />
been formed to prepare us for a future meeting with<br />
Hyack Interactive.<br />
(d) Restoration work update - Lesley<br />
The pottery room is up and running however the Multipurpose<br />
room and exercise room still need further<br />
inspection before wall repair is done. Lesley thanked<br />
everyone for their patience during this time.<br />
NEW BUSINESS<br />
Craft Sale and Tea Date - Saturday, November 3, <strong>2012</strong><br />
ACTIVITY REPORTS<br />
BURSARY - Linda Josephison<br />
Very busy month - Pancake breakfast and Music of the<br />
Night. Both a very big success! We selected our 10<br />
finalists and interviewed them and then chose our three<br />
bursary winners. We will be presenting them with their<br />
$500.00 bursaries at the award ceremony.<br />
BOOK CLUB - Marion Orser<br />
“Through Black Spruce” by Joseph Boyden<br />
CENTURY HOUSE SINGERS - Caryle Neronovich<br />
<strong>CH</strong> Singers have completed their final program of the<br />
2011-<strong>2012</strong> season with a combined performance with<br />
the Ukulele group at the May birthday party (3 members<br />
of the <strong>CH</strong> Singers are also Ukulele players). We<br />
had our final get together at our favourite place, The<br />
Waffle <strong>House</strong>. We will resume practice September 10.<br />
CERAMICS - Betty Dockerill<br />
Unfortunately the flood had a direct impact on us so<br />
we had 3 weeks of no access. Kudos to the staff for<br />
pushing to get us back as soon as it was safe. We<br />
have an exciting new program that will run for 4 weeks<br />
starting June 26.<br />
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Association News<br />
DANCE COMMITTEE - Phyllis Sanderson<br />
Our crowds are down a little for some unknown reason,<br />
we see a few new faces every Sunday. On Mother’s<br />
Day all mothers got a carnation which they loved.<br />
Only 4 more dances and we will be off for the summer.<br />
Our last dance will be Hawaiian.<br />
DARTS - Alice Robson<br />
Have discussed arranging another date in addition to<br />
our regular Thursdays should our attendance exceed<br />
8 members.<br />
FITNESS & FUN - Linda Elliott and Mary Kazuta<br />
Our annual Strawberry Tea is next Tuesday (June 12th)<br />
HEALTH DROP-IN - Sheilla Foster<br />
We’re having a Strawberry Tea on June 14th.<br />
KEEP IN TOU<strong>CH</strong> - Bea Miner<br />
Five sympathy cards and three get well cards sent and<br />
one hospital visit made. I regret to report the deaths<br />
of Hans Langer, Christine Leary, Ed Chambers and<br />
Robert Boston.<br />
LOW VISION - Helen Hughan<br />
Our guest speaker was Eve Silverman from Ageright<br />
consultants who gave us a lively and informative talk<br />
on Advocacy for Seniors. A good discussion and<br />
questions followed.<br />
MAHJONG - Luna Acedillo<br />
Our Mother’s Day celebration went well. The moms each<br />
received a red long stemmed rose and everyone enjoyed<br />
the delicious snacks, the main feature was a rhubarb/<br />
strawberry coffee cake. The group surprised Luna for<br />
her birthday. She was given a white orchid plant and a<br />
pot of mums. Next event will be Father’s Day.<br />
MEMORY CORNER - Bev Martin<br />
The case is filled with souvenirs of events that have<br />
happened during Queen Elizabeth’s reign. Next theme<br />
will be unusual candlesticks, which will go in on <strong>July</strong> 6<br />
for the summer.<br />
PAINTING FOR PLEASURE - Susan Tamkin<br />
The watercolor group had a session in Moody Park<br />
and this was really enjoyed by those who participated.<br />
PARKINSON’S - Kathy Denton<br />
Had 5 new people. Gillian led a great work out for the<br />
group. We nominated 3 new co-chairs, Kathy, Penny<br />
and Harvey. One more meeting before a two month<br />
break and restart in September.<br />
PICKLEBALL - Carol Koverchuk<br />
We are now playing at Westburnco Park - outdoor<br />
court on Monday and Thursdays from 10:00 am until<br />
2:00 pm depending on weather and player turnout.<br />
Those that have used the courts are finding playing<br />
outdoors most enjoyable.<br />
QUILTERS - Hermila Becker<br />
We welcome our new member Julie Lee.<br />
SENIOR PEER COUNSELLING - Karen Mackenzie<br />
Peer Counselling ends June 27 and returning September<br />
19. Coverage is available by calling Senior Peer<br />
Counselling or Main office. We are looking forward to<br />
the graduation of 12 new Counsellors in September.<br />
THEATRE OUTINGS - Joy McLean<br />
Our last meeting was June 5 - the club has disbanded.<br />
Whoever wishes will meet the first Tuesday of each<br />
month at the Moonraker’s Pub at 11:30 am for lunch &<br />
theatre talk.<br />
UKULELE GROUP - Shirley Miller<br />
June 14 - Strawberry Social and Tea with the Health<br />
Drop-In will be our highlight for the month of June. We<br />
hope to see more people out for our summer Jam Sessions<br />
“Unplugged” schedule for <strong>July</strong> 4 and August 1.<br />
UPTOWN ARTISTS DROP-IN - Barbara Hilstad<br />
‘Drop-in’ with your art work any Thursday during the<br />
summer. Try something new using our cupboard of<br />
supplies.<br />
Attendance and Financial reports were also received<br />
from Bingo, Canasta, Carpet Bowlers, Bridge,<br />
Creative Writing, Cribbage, Drama, Games Room,<br />
Scrabble, Soapstone, Social Bridge, Table Tennis,<br />
Tuesday Crafts, Wednesday Crafts, Court Whist, Walking<br />
Group and Whist.<br />
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Association News<br />
EXECUTIVE AND STAFF REPORTS<br />
Laura - Reminder about signing up on the <strong>Century</strong><br />
<strong>House</strong> website and receive e-mails. We are up to 60<br />
and our 40 away from our goal of 100.<br />
Annette - Everyone welcome to the next SPAN meeting<br />
which is June 13 from 1:00 to 3:00 pm.<br />
Shelly - Any activity groups that will be meeting in<br />
summer need to give dates to Shelly.<br />
Meeting was adjourned at 11:00 am. Refreshments<br />
were served<br />
“In a Nutshell” Orientation followed the Chairpersons’<br />
Meeting<br />
Adjourned at 12:00 pm - 38 people attended.<br />
The next meeting is scheduled for August 1, <strong>2012</strong> at<br />
10:00 am<br />
CLUB NEWS<br />
PARKINSON’S SELF HELP GROUP<br />
Wykes supplied the entire group with pedometers from<br />
the Parkinson’s Society and we will be tracking how<br />
many steps we take each month. There will be a prize<br />
for the most steps at the next meeting in September.<br />
CREATIVE WRITERS<br />
The next meeting of the Creative Writers will be held<br />
Tuesday <strong>July</strong> 17 from 1:00 - 3:00 pm. Visitors always<br />
welcome.<br />
MEMORY CORNER<br />
We would like to thank the <strong>Century</strong> <strong>House</strong> members<br />
who lent us their souvenirs of Queen Elizabeth’s past<br />
60 years. Next theme will be unusual candlesticks<br />
which will go in on Friday morning <strong>July</strong> 6.<br />
COMPUTER ROOM<br />
There are 7 computer volunteers. They each have<br />
separate hours as helpers in the computer room. The<br />
volunteers will continue through the summer, during<br />
the hours of the computer room which change to 9:00<br />
am to 12:30 pm. Our next meeting will be Monday<br />
September 10, 11:00 am in the computer room, everyone<br />
is welcome.<br />
CONVERSATION CLASS<br />
We have 12 instructors and 38 students. We are currently<br />
looking for a new intake worker to interview students<br />
who want to join a group to practice their English<br />
skills. Our next meeting will be Wednesday September<br />
26, 10:00 am in the Spruce room.<br />
UPTOWN ARTISTS<br />
The Uptown Artists meet every Thursday during the<br />
summer from 12:30 to 2:30 pm.<br />
BOUQUETS<br />
To the LEADS Planning Committee for participating in<br />
all the interviews for the new training in the Fall.<br />
To Mike McGhee and Ross Stinson for coaching the<br />
Moody Blues and to everyone on the team who helped<br />
line fields, umpire and with all the other tasks involved<br />
in running a ball team.<br />
To the Creative Writers for hosting a public reading of<br />
their stories and poems.<br />
To Becky for helping to organize the entertainment for<br />
the Celebrate China special event.<br />
CENTURY HOUSE ASSOCIATION<br />
WEBSITE CAMPAIGN<br />
EMAIL SIGN-UP DRIVE<br />
Time is running out to subscribe to the <strong>Century</strong> <strong>House</strong><br />
Association website! Submit your email address and<br />
receive notification of new additions and information<br />
as it is posted. Campaign ends June 30, <strong>2012</strong>. Join<br />
now for a chance to win a fabulous prize.<br />
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THE “NEW” CLARION<br />
As you can tell The <strong>Clarion</strong> has undergone some<br />
changes. The <strong>CH</strong>A Executive and staff have worked<br />
hard to bring the membership a new and improved<br />
newsletter; we would very much appreciate any<br />
feedback regarding these changes. Please direct<br />
your comments to the front office.<br />
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Services<br />
VOLUNTEER CORNER<br />
THANK YOU VOLUNTEERS!<br />
At the Volunteer Picnic held on Wednesday, June 20<br />
we recognized the following long service volunteers.<br />
Thank you and congratulations to all!<br />
5 YEARS<br />
Arlene Badjura<br />
Diane Cross<br />
Elizabeth Green<br />
Myrna Huggan<br />
Fran Hyde<br />
Joy McLean<br />
Deborah Millar<br />
Doug Tomlinson<br />
10 YEARS<br />
Joyce Babington<br />
David Cordery<br />
Veronica Hynes<br />
Eugene Kaellis<br />
Agnes MacDiarmid<br />
Minnie Mynott<br />
Marion Ralston<br />
Susan Yip<br />
15 YEARS<br />
Mabel Cote<br />
Colin MacAndrew<br />
Margo Prentice<br />
Marinus Van Gaans<br />
20 YEARS<br />
Ursula Belcher<br />
Irene Freitas<br />
Bea Miner<br />
Bill Rosevear<br />
Joanna Zabinsky<br />
25 YEARS<br />
Joyce Houghton<br />
Phyl Underwood<br />
Elsie Bush<br />
Bert Fiehn<br />
Guy Harkins<br />
Helen Hughan<br />
Mariette Leppert<br />
Douglas McNeill<br />
Kathleen Sharp<br />
Beryl Bremner<br />
Shirley Hargreaves<br />
Connie Iulianella<br />
Cecile Lavigne<br />
Jocelyn McGhee<br />
Audrey Porsnuk<br />
Joan Wayne<br />
Wayne Yip<br />
Norma Ilcan<br />
Susan MacAndrew<br />
Phyllis Sanderson<br />
Yolande Fitzgerald<br />
Elva McArthur<br />
Dolores Rosevear<br />
Mary Ross<br />
Barrie Morlin<br />
Bhanu Saklikar<br />
Vera Rushton<br />
THE CLARION ON THE WEB<br />
The <strong>Clarion</strong> is available at www.newwestpcr.ca and<br />
www.centuryhouseassociation.com.<br />
SAVE THE DATE<br />
FAMILY & SENIORS FESTIVAL<br />
Saturday, October 13, 11:00 am - 3:00 pm<br />
at Royal City Centre.<br />
This event will celebrate families and seniors and offers<br />
an opportunity for you to meet with individuals<br />
from organizations who service your community.<br />
The event will feature a variety of entertainment,<br />
dancing, refreshments and numerous other family<br />
friendly activities.<br />
CONVERSATION CLASS<br />
INTAKE VOLUNTEER<br />
Conversation committee is searching for someone<br />
to help manage the intake process. Conversation<br />
class connects volunteers who are interested in<br />
meeting with people who have English as a second<br />
language and help them to practice speaking English.<br />
Volunteers are able to set their own schedules<br />
and determine how many “students” they would like<br />
to have in their group.<br />
BIRTHDAY PARTY<br />
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED<br />
Do you have three hours a month to volunteer and<br />
have some laughs? Usually held the 2nd Wednesday<br />
or Friday of the month from 6:00 - 9:00 pm, the<br />
parties are hosted for members and their guests.<br />
Volunteers set up tables, serve refreshments, food<br />
and birthday cake. Volunteers also help distribute<br />
bingo cards and help clean up afterwards. Between<br />
7:00 - 7:30 pm volunteers chat and listen to<br />
the entertainment.<br />
Please contact Ruby Campbell at 604.519.1023 if<br />
you would like more information or to volunteer.<br />
SENIORS HOUSING INFORMATION<br />
Please contact Senior Services Society at<br />
604.520.6621 for seniors housing information. We<br />
hope to offer housing counsellors here at <strong>Century</strong><br />
<strong>House</strong> in the fall.<br />
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Services<br />
EMOTIONAL HEALTH CORNER<br />
In the midst of movement and chaos, keep stillness<br />
inside of you.<br />
Deepak Chopra<br />
After the dreary weather in June, it feels like time for<br />
some cheery humour. Another reason for good humour<br />
in the Emotional Health Corner is that Stephanie,<br />
our resident Vital Connections counsellor got<br />
married at the end of June! As such her name is<br />
changing to Stephanie Davis Park.<br />
THE 12 WARNING SIGNS OF<br />
GOOD HEALTH<br />
(If several or more appear, you may rarely need to<br />
visit a doctor.)<br />
1. Regular flare-ups of a supportive network of<br />
friends and family.<br />
2. Chronic positive expectations; tendency to<br />
frame events in a constructive light.<br />
3. Repeated episodes of gratitude and generosity.<br />
4. Increased appetite for physical activity.<br />
5. Marked tendency to identify and express feelings.<br />
6. Compulsion to contribute to society.<br />
7. Lingering sensitivity to the feelings of others.<br />
8. Habitual behavior related to seeking new<br />
challenges.<br />
9. Episodic outbreaks of joyful, happy experiences.<br />
10. Tendency to adapt well to changing conditions.<br />
11. Feelings of spiritual involvement.<br />
12. Persistent sense of humor.<br />
COUNSELLING PROGRAMS<br />
If you are going through a difficult time and need<br />
support, <strong>Century</strong> <strong>House</strong> has two free confidential<br />
programs for all 50+ (membership not required).<br />
• Life transitions and finding new meaning<br />
• Bereavement and loss<br />
• Loneliness<br />
• Declining health<br />
• Depression and anxiety<br />
• Family matters<br />
SENIOR PEER COUNSELLING<br />
Trained senior volunteers provide one-to-one support.<br />
Senior Peer Counsellors will stand at your side<br />
you when you are feeling disheartened or dispirited,<br />
at the centre or at your home. Open to New Westminster<br />
residents.<br />
VITAL CONNECTIONS<br />
Professional counselling for seniors and their families.<br />
Stephanie is an experienced counsellor specially<br />
trained to help seniors. Counselling is at <strong>Century</strong><br />
<strong>House</strong> and available to New Westminster and<br />
surrounding residents.<br />
Monday, 12:30 - 7:30 pm<br />
Tuesday & Thursday, 9:00 am - 4:30 pm<br />
If you would like to speak with Stephanie or a Senior<br />
Peer Counsellor, please call 604.519.1064.<br />
CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP<br />
New West Home Health is ending their involvement with<br />
New Westminster Caregivers Support Group at <strong>Century</strong><br />
<strong>House</strong> and will be transitioning over to the Burnaby<br />
Caregivers Support Group. Clients who attend the New<br />
Westminster group are welcomed and encouraged to<br />
attend the Burnaby Caregivers Support group. For more<br />
information, please call Linda Comba, 604.291.2258.<br />
PODIATRIST<br />
Dr. Chain will be at <strong>Century</strong> <strong>House</strong> and prices are<br />
$13.00 for patients with premium assistance medical<br />
(MSP) and $33.00 for patients without. Contact the office<br />
to make an appointment. Please pay Dr. Chain directly<br />
by cash or cheque.<br />
Tuesday, 1:00 - 4:00 pm<br />
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Services<br />
MEDITATION DROP-IN<br />
Peer-led meditation drop-in is for those with some prior<br />
meditation experience. We will be meeting through<br />
the summer.<br />
Friday, 3:00 - 4:00 pm<br />
LEGAL ADVICE PROGRAM -<br />
SUMMER HOURS<br />
Tuesday & Friday, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm<br />
Thursday, 4:00 - 9:00 pm<br />
UBC Law Students are here to help! Appointments are<br />
required by calling the UBC Law Student Legal Advice<br />
Program, weekdays 9:00 am - 4:00 pm, 604.822.5791<br />
extension “0”. The law students are supervised by a<br />
practicing lawyer and can assist with legal issues such<br />
as minor criminal offences, small claims, landlord/tenant<br />
disputes and basic wills that do not include real<br />
estate. The students cannot take serious criminal files<br />
or any family law matters.<br />
EMAIL ADDRESS DRIVE<br />
To offer you the option to receive emailed receipts<br />
and information regarding programs and services, we<br />
would like to add your email address to your CLASS<br />
account (software that manages your program registrations<br />
and memberships). Once in CLASS, you will<br />
receive online registration receipts and our monthly<br />
eLetter that often promotes <strong>Century</strong> <strong>House</strong> services.<br />
FOOD SERVICES – ANNUAL REVIEW<br />
This is our annual reminder to all members that the<br />
pricing for all Department programs and services is<br />
reviewed once a year. We carry out the review of our<br />
Food Services during <strong>July</strong> and August and any changes<br />
will be implemented effective September 4, <strong>2012</strong>.<br />
CENTURY HOUSE DROP-IN FITNESS PROGRAMS<br />
<strong>Century</strong> <strong>House</strong> • 620 Eighth Street • 604.519.1066<br />
TIME MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY<br />
9:00 am -<br />
12:30 pm<br />
EXERCISE<br />
ROOM<br />
EXERCISE<br />
ROOM<br />
9:30 am WORKOUT STRET<strong>CH</strong> &<br />
STRENGTH<br />
11:00 am LIGHT<br />
EXERCISE<br />
FITNESS FEES<br />
Drop-in Fees: $4.25<br />
EXERCISE<br />
ROOM<br />
EXERCISE<br />
ROOM<br />
EXERCISE<br />
ROOM<br />
WORKOUT WORKOUT STRET<strong>CH</strong> &<br />
STRENGTH<br />
TONING<br />
$38.50 for 10 classes $73.00 for 20 classes All classes are co-ed.<br />
TONING<br />
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Activities<br />
FALL REGISTRATION<br />
Look for the new colourful Fall Favourites <strong>2012</strong> brochure<br />
coming the beginning of <strong>July</strong> featuring all your<br />
favourite programs and some new ones. Fall is the perfect<br />
time of year to try something new, we are offering<br />
painting, music, computer, exercise based programs<br />
and much more. Pick up a brochure at the front office.<br />
You may also register online; enquire at the office for<br />
more details.<br />
Fall registration begins on Wednesday <strong>July</strong> 25.<br />
HALF PRICE MEMBERSHIPS<br />
On <strong>July</strong> 25 you can become a <strong>Century</strong> <strong>House</strong> member<br />
for the remainder of <strong>2012</strong> for only $8.00. You save<br />
50% on the price of membership so why not take<br />
advantage of this opportunity to join and experience<br />
<strong>Century</strong> <strong>House</strong> this Summer and Fall.<br />
JAM SESSION<br />
Starting again Thursday <strong>July</strong> 5, 6:30 - 8:30 pm, in the<br />
Oak Room. <strong>Century</strong> <strong>House</strong> membership required.<br />
OUTDOOR MOVIES AT QUEEN’S PARK<br />
G & F Financial and the City of New Westminster are<br />
partnering to offer four outdoor movies this summer!<br />
The August Movie Series will take place on the last<br />
four Fridays of August at the Queen’s Park Stadium.<br />
Movies will begin at 8:30 pm. More details including<br />
event posters will be available soon.<br />
HEALTH DROP-IN<br />
Here’s a great opportunity to learn from many health<br />
professionals in our community. For the summer, we<br />
will only be meeting on the 4th Thursday of every month<br />
(subject to change) and everyone is welcome to join in.<br />
HEALTH DROP-IN CAFÉ<br />
Please note: The Health Drop-In Café will not be<br />
running during the summer months (<strong>July</strong> & August).<br />
We’re back in September, so watch The <strong>Clarion</strong> for upcoming<br />
events.<br />
HEALTH AND WELLNESS DROP-IN<br />
Here’s an opportunity to meet privately with a retired<br />
nurse to test your blood pressure. It will be on a firstcome<br />
basis but we will make sure you are comfortable<br />
while you wait. See you there!<br />
Thursday, <strong>July</strong> 26<br />
1:00 - 3:00 pm<br />
THE CITY IS ALIVE WITH<br />
SOUNDS OF SUMMER<br />
Queen’s Park Bandshell Schedule<br />
Sunday, <strong>July</strong> 1, 11:00 am - 3:00 pm<br />
Canada Day Celebrations<br />
Sunday, <strong>July</strong> 8, 2:00 pm<br />
The Ta Daa Lady<br />
Sunday, <strong>July</strong> 15, 2:00 pm<br />
Royal City Concert Band<br />
Saturday <strong>July</strong> 21, 2:00 pm<br />
Shadows & Dreams Theatre Co, The Tempest, part 1<br />
Sunday <strong>July</strong> 22, 2:00 pm<br />
Shadows & Dreams Theatre Co, The Tempest, part 2<br />
Saturday <strong>July</strong> 28, 2:00 pm<br />
Shadows & Dreams Theatre Co, The Tempest, part 3<br />
Sunday <strong>July</strong> 29, 2:00 pm<br />
Shadows & Dreams Theatre Co, The Tempest, part 4<br />
Saturday August 4, 2:00 pm<br />
Shadows & Dreams Theatre Co, The Tempest, part 5<br />
Sunday August 5, 2:00 pm<br />
Shadows & Dreams Theatre Co, The Tempest, part 6<br />
Sunday August 12, 2:00 pm<br />
Pancho & Sal<br />
Sunday August 19, 2:00 pm<br />
Zox of the Forest<br />
Sunday August 26, 2:00 pm<br />
Los Tamboras<br />
Sunday September 2, 2:00 pm<br />
Tony Prophet<br />
T.G.I.F. DANCING IN THE SQUARE<br />
Dance under the evening sky in downtown New<br />
Westminster! Learn from some of the best instructors<br />
in salsa, belly dancing, zumba and more! This<br />
outdoor event is subject to the weather, so visit<br />
www.dancewithmenewwest.com on the event day to<br />
see if it happening. Remember to bring your own<br />
lawn chair and lessons start at 7:00 pm and dancing<br />
at 7:30 pm.<br />
Hyack Square 604.521.2772<br />
Friday, 7:00 - 9:30 pm<br />
<strong>July</strong> 6, 13, 20, 27 & August 10, 17, 24<br />
Drop-in Fee: Free<br />
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NOTABLE 90S<br />
Notable 90s who are interested in connecting with<br />
youth will meet with them on Thursday, <strong>July</strong> 19 at 1:30<br />
pm in the Douglas Room. Any member of <strong>Century</strong><br />
<strong>House</strong> 90+ with an interest in this is welcome to attend.<br />
Our next regular meeting will be in September.<br />
COMPUTER ROOM NEWS<br />
A schedule is available at the front office for 30-minute<br />
volunteer led computer support sessions that gives<br />
you priority computer access and knowledge. Remember<br />
to bring your New Westminster Library card<br />
and a <strong>Century</strong> <strong>House</strong> membership is required. Wi-Fi is<br />
available you may bring your laptop and receive help<br />
from the volunteers.<br />
Weekdays, 9:00 am - 12:30 pm (summer hours)<br />
MOODY PARK OUTDOOR POOL<br />
June 5 - September 3<br />
AQUA-FIT (40+ years)<br />
Thursday, 10:00 - 10:45 am<br />
June 28 - <strong>July</strong> 26<br />
August 2 - August 30<br />
Fee: $15.00<br />
Fee includes admission to Over 40’s Swim<br />
OVER 40’S SWIM<br />
Thursday, 10:00 - 11:30 am<br />
Drop-in Fee: $1.50 (65+ and Adult rate $2.00)<br />
No registration is required for the 40+ Swim.<br />
The pool temperature is 83 degrees, full showers and<br />
changing facilities are available.<br />
EXERCISE ROOM<br />
We have a member exercise room! If you are new to<br />
the equipment and exercises look at taking an exciting<br />
new class, The ABC’s of the Exercise Room. Over<br />
four weeks, Myken will provide you with the skills and<br />
techniques to exercise safely and effectively. A new<br />
class will run <strong>July</strong> 9 - 30.<br />
Weekdays, 9:00 am - 12:30 pm (summer hours)<br />
Drop-in Fee: $4.25, $38.50 for a 10x pass or<br />
$73.00 for a 20x pass<br />
JULY CLOSURE<br />
Please note that <strong>Century</strong> <strong>House</strong> will be closed on<br />
Monday, <strong>July</strong> 2 for Canada Day.<br />
SUMMER HOURS<br />
Please note that our summer hours will commence on<br />
Sunday, <strong>July</strong> 1. They are as follows:<br />
Mon., Tues., Wed., & Fri. 9:00 am - 4:00 pm<br />
Thursday<br />
9:00 am - 9:00 pm<br />
Saturday & Sunday Closed<br />
YOUTH CENTRE SUMMER HOURS<br />
<strong>Century</strong> <strong>House</strong> member’s access is Monday - Friday,<br />
9:00 am - 12:30 pm.<br />
JULY BIRTHDAY PARTY<br />
Celebrating a birthday in <strong>July</strong>? You are invited to a party<br />
featuring our special entertainment guest Betty Berda.<br />
We will play bingo, serve refreshments and award<br />
prizes. Tickets for birthday celebrants, and guests,<br />
should be picked up or reserved by 9:00 pm, Thursday,<br />
<strong>July</strong> 12. If you wish to have the diabetic option, please<br />
request it when you pick up your ticket. Even if you are<br />
not celebrating a birthday in <strong>July</strong>, come and enjoy the<br />
festivities.<br />
Friday, 7:00 - 9:00 pm<br />
<strong>July</strong> 13<br />
Birthday Members: FREE, Guests: $3.50<br />
TEAM TRIVIA RESULTS<br />
The ninth annual team trivia competition was played<br />
on June 13 with three highly competitive teams battling<br />
it out to the bitter end. In the closest completion<br />
we have ever had the winning team was comprised of<br />
Claudette Campbell, Ruth Deeks, Linda Josephison,<br />
John Mountain, Russ Reid and Marilyn Welsh. Congratulations<br />
to the winners and to all who competed.<br />
UNPLUGGED<br />
If you play a string instrument, enjoy singing or just<br />
want to listen to some good music this is the event for<br />
you! Hosting this session will be the Ukulele group and<br />
they would like to invite anyone who plays any stringed<br />
instrument to take part. Even if you don’t play you are<br />
welcome to sing along.<br />
Wednesday, 7:00 - 9:00 pm<br />
<strong>July</strong> 4<br />
FREE<br />
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SUMMER REGISTRATION<br />
BASED PROGRAMS<br />
THE ABC’S OF THE EXERCISE ROOM<br />
(50+ years)<br />
Learn how to effectively use the exercise room.<br />
Four weeks with Myken will give you a fitness<br />
practice plan.<br />
Monday, 10:45 - 11:45 am<br />
<strong>July</strong> 9 - <strong>July</strong> 30<br />
Registration Fee: $41.00 119570<br />
TAI <strong>CH</strong>I - CONTINUING (50+ years)<br />
For people who know and are working on the full<br />
set of 108 moves. Participants who have taken<br />
the Beginners Level classes at <strong>Century</strong> <strong>House</strong><br />
are welcome.<br />
Wednesday, 1:00 - 2:30 pm<br />
June 27 - August 8 (7 weeks)<br />
Registration Fee: $14.00 119571<br />
SUMMER CERAMICS<br />
Create your own tea lights and lanterns to illuminate<br />
dining room, patio or garden. We will use<br />
stoneware clays and translucent porcelain, incorporating<br />
various hand building techniques to<br />
make useful and beautiful accent lights. What a<br />
great way to try your hand at pottery.<br />
Tuesday, 12:30 - 3:30 pm<br />
June 26 - <strong>July</strong> 17<br />
Registration Fee: $61.00 119573<br />
BURSARY WINNERS<br />
The Bursary Committee would like to congratulate<br />
Mackenzie Balance, Kelly Dang and Niharika Ramlackhan,<br />
who each won a $600.00 bursary to help with<br />
their post secondary school tuition.<br />
SENIOR GAMES <strong>2012</strong><br />
The <strong>2012</strong> Senior Games are on in Burnaby, August<br />
21 - 25. If you are competing in the games this year<br />
please leave word at the office so we can follow your<br />
progress and perhaps even cheer you on as you compete!<br />
If you would like to volunteer, please send an<br />
email to info@<strong>2012</strong>bcseniorgames.org or check out<br />
their website at www.<strong>2012</strong>bcseniorgames.org.<br />
SHOWTIME<br />
The romantic comedy This Means War starring Reese<br />
Witherspoon, Chris Pine and Tom Hardy is presented<br />
on Thursday <strong>July</strong> 12. Two CIA agents are best friends,<br />
partners and always there for each other - until they<br />
both meet and fall for the same woman. Now all the<br />
skills and techniques they have used to fight the enemy<br />
are turned upon one another.<br />
One week later, on Thursday, <strong>July</strong> 19 we will present<br />
Big Miracle, starring Drew Barrymore, John Krasinski<br />
and Kristen Bell. This film is based on real life events<br />
and is the story of a family of grey whales who are<br />
trapped above the arctic circle. A member of Greenpeace<br />
and a reporter team up in an attempt to save<br />
the whales and their efforts lead to many unexpected<br />
consequences.<br />
Films are shown at 1:00 (summer hours)<br />
Cost: $1.00<br />
THE “NEW” CLARION<br />
As you can tell The <strong>Clarion</strong> has undergone some<br />
changes. The <strong>CH</strong>A Executive and staff have worked<br />
hard to bring the membership a new and improved<br />
newsletter; we would very much appreciate any<br />
feedback regarding these changes. Please direct<br />
your comments to the front office.<br />
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Activities<br />
SENIOR SLUGGERS TOURNAMENT<br />
<strong>Century</strong> <strong>House</strong> is hosting the 31st annual Senior Sluggers<br />
Tournament on <strong>July</strong> 3 & 5 in Moody Park. Make<br />
plans now to head over to the big diamond in Moody<br />
Park and cheer on the Moody Blues as they try to win<br />
the coveted title.<br />
THE AWESOME RACE <strong>2012</strong><br />
The Awesome Race is back more exciting and energetic<br />
than ever. All you need to do is sign up to play<br />
as a team of four, get your bus passes organized for<br />
the day, grab a digital camera (or phone that takes pictures)<br />
and be prepared to have fun! Teams will be sent<br />
to various senior centers across the lower mainland<br />
with challenges to complete and photos to take. Unlike<br />
previous years there is only a minimal cost to play<br />
as teams will be getting their own transportation and<br />
arranging for their own meals. The starting and finishing<br />
points will be right here at <strong>Century</strong> <strong>House</strong> and the<br />
winning team will receive a nice prize. This event is<br />
limited to twelve teams so sign up at the office before<br />
it is all full!<br />
Wednesday, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm<br />
August 29<br />
Cost: $10.00 per team of four.<br />
HEART 2 ART<br />
We have received a New Horizons for Seniors Grant<br />
to run an intergenerational art program called Heart<br />
to ART. This community project will celebrate five mediums<br />
of art: Spoken Word, Mosaic, Performance/<br />
Theatre, Digital Photography and Music. Art will be<br />
focused on the following theme: Making the world a<br />
better place through art.<br />
Part of the project is to give 5 seniors, one for each<br />
medium, an opportunity to work with the lead artist<br />
and a youth helping to move the project forward<br />
through public workshops and a gala showcase presentation.<br />
These seniors will receive an honorarium<br />
to participate and must commit to the whole project.<br />
If you are interested in interviewing for one of these<br />
positions please fill out an application form, received<br />
from the front office or contact Shelly, 604.519.1061.<br />
The public workshops will start in September and<br />
October, watch for more information in upcoming<br />
newsletters.<br />
SENIOR GAY STRAIGHT<br />
ALLIANCE (SGSA)<br />
At the meeting this month we will talk about our presence<br />
at the New Westminster Pride in August and discuss<br />
some of the things from our list, “What You Want<br />
From This Group”.<br />
Wednesday, 1:00 - 2:30 pm<br />
<strong>July</strong> 11<br />
Birch Cedar Room<br />
WEEK AT A GLANCE<br />
Please note that ongoing schedule interruptions are<br />
necessary to accommodate restoration work in the<br />
multipurpose and exercise rooms.<br />
JULY MENU<br />
Monday, <strong>July</strong> 2<br />
Tuesday, <strong>July</strong> 3<br />
Wednesday, <strong>July</strong> 4<br />
Thursday, <strong>July</strong> 5<br />
Friday, <strong>July</strong> 6<br />
Monday, <strong>July</strong> 9<br />
Tuesday, <strong>July</strong> 10<br />
Wednesday, <strong>July</strong> 11<br />
Thursday, <strong>July</strong> 12<br />
Friday, <strong>July</strong> 13<br />
Monday, <strong>July</strong> 16<br />
Tuesday, <strong>July</strong> 17<br />
Wednesday, <strong>July</strong> 18<br />
Thursday, <strong>July</strong> 19<br />
Friday, <strong>July</strong> 20<br />
Monday, <strong>July</strong> 23<br />
Tuesday, <strong>July</strong> 24<br />
Wednesday, <strong>July</strong> 25<br />
Thursday, <strong>July</strong> 26<br />
Friday, <strong>July</strong> 27<br />
Monday, <strong>July</strong> 30<br />
Tuesday, <strong>July</strong> 31<br />
CENTRE CLOSED<br />
Chicken Kiev<br />
Shepherd’s Pie<br />
Chicken Strips & Salad<br />
Roast Pork<br />
Salisbury Steak<br />
Vegetable Lasagna & Salad<br />
Sweet & Sour Chicken<br />
Salmon Burger<br />
Roast Beef<br />
Quiche & Salad<br />
Beef Pot Pie & Salad<br />
Tilapia Fish with<br />
Coconut Crust<br />
Enchillada & Salad<br />
Roast Chicken<br />
Chicken a la King<br />
Baked Salmon<br />
Chili & Cornbread<br />
Chef’s Salad<br />
Potato Crusted Cod<br />
Liver & Onions<br />
Chicken Stuffed with<br />
Apple & Brie<br />
Lunch is served weekdays, 11:30 am - 1:00 pm,<br />
with $5.75 hot entrées or a selection of soups and<br />
sandwiches (menu is subject to change). Take out<br />
entrees are available at 1:00 pm and snacks are<br />
available weekdays, 9:00 am - 2:30 pm.<br />
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Travel & Bus Trips<br />
Tickets go on sale Tuesday, <strong>July</strong> 3 at 8:45 am.<br />
Please note: Starting in September we will no longer be having trip sales days. All the trips are available to<br />
everyone as soon as The <strong>Clarion</strong> is published and can be picked up.<br />
We will still have trip sale days for the August trips at the beginning of <strong>July</strong> and September trips at the beginning<br />
of August.<br />
LONSDALE QUAY (Bonsor Mini bus)<br />
This lovely summer outing will start with a visit to Lynn<br />
Canyon to check out the nature center and see if any<br />
brave souls would like to cross the north shore’s second<br />
longest suspension bridge. From there it is on to<br />
Lonsdale Quay to wander through the quaint shops<br />
and grab a bite to eat from one of the food shops. After<br />
dinner you will enjoy a drive up to the lookout point on<br />
Cypress mountain before winding your way home via<br />
the Lions Gate bridge and Stanley Park.<br />
Friday, 2:00 - 9:00 pm<br />
<strong>July</strong> 27<br />
Members: $16.00 (non-members $19.25)<br />
Dinner not included<br />
EXPLORE THE FRASER VALLEY<br />
(Bonsor Mini bus)<br />
Join Joy Brown of Galiano Tours to explore some of<br />
the sights and sounds of the Fraser Valley. You will visit<br />
a fabulous private collection of antiques at Granny and<br />
Grumpy’s, and learn about award winning wines at a<br />
local winery. Wander around historic Clayburn Village<br />
and the 1912 English Village store on your way to meet<br />
a local potter. You will not be going into the gardens<br />
themselves, but lunch will be at Minter Gardens with<br />
time to visit the gift shop.<br />
Tuesday, 8:45 am - 4:30 pm<br />
August 7<br />
Members: $90.00 (non-members $108.00)<br />
Lunch included<br />
BARD ON THE BEA<strong>CH</strong> (Bonsor Mini bus)<br />
Come with us to Vanier Park to enjoy a little Shakespeare.<br />
Bard at the Beach is an annual tradition in Vancouver<br />
and this year the show we are heading to this<br />
year is The Tragedy of MacBeth, the story of a man who<br />
would be king by whatever means necessary.<br />
Saturday, 1:30 - 6:00 pm<br />
August 11<br />
Members: $55.00 (non-members $66.00)<br />
Dinner not included<br />
WHITECAPS AND BC PLACE<br />
(Bonsor Mini bus)<br />
BC Place stadium is the newest old stadium you can<br />
find, newly renovated and refurbished including a<br />
spectacular retractable roof. Come out and take in<br />
the spectacle and beauty of the place while enjoying<br />
a chance to watch our own Vancouver Whitecaps take<br />
on FC Dallas as the lads continue their run for a playoff<br />
spot in only their second season in the MLS.<br />
Wednesday, 5:00 - 10:30 pm<br />
August 15<br />
Members: $55.00 (non-members $66.00)<br />
Dinner not included<br />
<strong>CH</strong>EMAINUS AND GANGES (Mini bus)<br />
Join Joy Brown of Galiano Tours for a visit to two vibrant<br />
and charming towns. On Vancouver Island you will explore<br />
Chemainus and discover that there is more to look<br />
at than the world famous murals with some great shops<br />
and fabulous beachfront. On quaint Saltspring Island you<br />
will explore Vesuvius and Ganges in addition to enjoying<br />
a delicious picnic lunch in a park overlooking the sea.<br />
Thursday, 7:00 am - 7:45 pm<br />
August 23<br />
Members: $135.00 (non-members $162.00)<br />
Lunch included<br />
THE LPGA CANADIAN OPEN (Mini van)<br />
All the stars of the LPGA will be on hand to contest<br />
for the title of Canadian Open Champion on a rare<br />
year when the championship will be held here in town.<br />
There are only six seats available on this opportunity<br />
to see some of the best players in the world up close<br />
and personal as they compete for a chance to make<br />
the cut and play on the weekend. An opportunity like<br />
this may not come along again for some time. Vendors<br />
and carts are available on the grounds of the course<br />
for those who would like to grab a bite to eat.<br />
Friday, 2:00 - 8:00 pm<br />
August 24<br />
Members: $60.00 (non-members $72.00)<br />
Dinner not included<br />
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TRANQUILITY (Bonsor Mini bus)<br />
This peaceful summer outing will start with a visit to<br />
lovely Spanish Banks to take in the sights and the<br />
sounds of the seaside. For dinner you will be off the<br />
wonderful restaurant at the UBC golf course on the<br />
grounds of the Point Grey campus. Your final stop will<br />
be a drive through historic Stanley Park with time to<br />
stretch your legs in the area of the 9:00 gun.<br />
Friday, 2:00 - 9:00 pm<br />
August 31<br />
Members: $44.00 (non-members $53.00)<br />
Dinner included<br />
If you hurry you might still find some tickets for<br />
the following trips:<br />
FLOAT THE SUMMER AWAY<br />
(Bonsor Mini bus)<br />
This gentle four hour river rafting float trip begins at the<br />
riverside when your experienced leader Sebastian will<br />
greet you. A short introduction, safety talk and fitting<br />
of supplied paddles and lifejackets precedes the fun.<br />
Paddling is casual and if anyone is unable to paddle,<br />
they can sit back and enjoy the ride. Stops are made for<br />
sightseeing and lunch buffet with deliciously fresh fruits,<br />
vegetables, deli meats and breads set out upon the riverbank.<br />
Following lunch, rafting continues as the river<br />
winds its way into the estuary where the fresh water of<br />
the Squamish mixes with the salty water of Howe Sound<br />
at an ecologically critical habitat supporting countless<br />
forms of life. This is not a white water rafting adventure<br />
but rather a leisurely float down the Squamish River.<br />
Wednesday, 9:00 am – 4:30 pm<br />
<strong>July</strong> 18<br />
Members: $65.00 (non-members: $78.00)<br />
Lunch included<br />
PELAGO’S AT CRESCENT BEA<strong>CH</strong><br />
(Bonsor Mini bus)<br />
Enjoy a special dinner at the finest restaurant in Crescent<br />
Beach, located on the beach with a spectacular sunset<br />
view. Dinner will consist of your choice of souvlaki, salmon<br />
fillet, fillet of sole, vegetarian plate, spanakota, kota<br />
skaras or sountzoukia plus your choice of dessert. After<br />
dinner, you will have time to stroll along the beach and<br />
take in all the beautiful sights, sounds and scents.<br />
Friday, 5:00 - 9:30 pm<br />
<strong>July</strong> 20<br />
Members: $60.00 (non-members $72.00)<br />
Dinner included<br />
THE AQUARIUM (Bonsor Mini bus)<br />
The Vancouver Aquarium has been fascinating and<br />
delighting visitors to Stanley Park since 1956. Before<br />
taking in the exhibits you will get a chance to enjoy a<br />
delicious lunch at the Spaghetti Factory in Gastown.<br />
There will be an opportunity to browse through the<br />
shops of Gastown briefly prior to lunch.<br />
Tuesday, 10:00 am - 4:30 pm<br />
<strong>July</strong> 24<br />
Members: $70.00 (non-members $84.00)<br />
Lunch included<br />
PARKSVILLE SAND CASTLE<br />
COMPETITION TOUR (Bonsor Mini bus)<br />
Join Joy Brown, Galiano Tours, as you visit the creative<br />
Sand Castle Sculptures on the fabulous beach in<br />
Parksville. Master Sand Sculptors come from around<br />
the world to compete and display their sand art. Lunch<br />
and dessert is served at the wonderful Tigh-Na-Mara<br />
resort. You will also visit Qualicum Beach with time to<br />
walk along the waterfront and enjoy the village.<br />
Wednesday, 7:00 am - 7:45 pm<br />
<strong>July</strong> 25<br />
Members: $123.00 (non-members $148.00)<br />
Lunch included<br />
SUGGESTION BOX<br />
If you have a suggestion for a trip destination, please<br />
leave it in the suggestion box, located at the front desk.<br />
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Week At A Glance<br />
SENSATIONAL SUMMER GETAWAYS - EXPLORE YOUR OWN BACKYARD!<br />
Mandate Tours/ Ageless Adventure Tours • Escorted Tours of Canada & the US<br />
HISTORIC BARKERVILLE<br />
Explore this historic gold rush town. Barkerville, a gold<br />
rush town, boasts a unique streetscape with 130 heritage<br />
buildings, live theatre, special events, informative<br />
and entertaining interpretation and over 20 shops that<br />
bring BC’s history to life. Enjoy a unique production at<br />
the Theatre Royal and two nights at the Billy Barker<br />
Hotel & Casino, one night at the Prestige Vernon Hotel<br />
and a visit to the Okanagan Lavender Farm on this<br />
four day tour.<br />
<strong>July</strong> 8 departure<br />
Double: $833.00<br />
Single $998.00<br />
All Ageless Adventure Tours include an experienced<br />
tour guide to enhance your experience; call<br />
604.542.5566 for trip details, brochures or to book.<br />
GRIZZLY BEARS OF KNIGHT INLET<br />
A rare opportunity to view Grizzly Bears in their natural<br />
habitat. Knight Inlet is home to one of the largest concentrations<br />
of Grizzly Bears in North America. There<br />
is also a 3 ½ hour whale watching tour from Telegraph<br />
Cove. Port McNeil is our home for four nights. The<br />
group is limited to 23 passengers on this five day tour.<br />
<strong>July</strong> 30 departure<br />
Double: $1,836.00<br />
Single $2,216.00<br />
HISTORIC NOOTKA SOUND -<br />
FRIENDLY COVE<br />
A Vancouver Island tour that traces BC’s heritage and<br />
includes an overnight stay in Victoria, take a scenic<br />
coach ride along to Gold River and a cruise along<br />
Nootka Sound to Friendly Cove, first visited by Captain<br />
James Cook. Tour highlights: Victoria, Strathcona<br />
Park, Gold River, Uchuck III and Friendly Cove. This is<br />
a four day tour.<br />
<strong>July</strong> 12 departure<br />
Double $957.00;<br />
Single $1,225.00<br />
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Week At A Glance<br />
MONDAY<br />
7:30 - 7:30 Shawnigan Lake & Saanich Trip (<strong>July</strong> 9)<br />
9:00 - 11:00 Soapstone Carving (Chestnut)<br />
9:00 - 12:30 Computer Drop-in (Computer Lab)<br />
9:00 - 10:30 Exercise Room Drop-in (Fitness Centre)<br />
9:30 - 10:30 Fitness - Workout (Douglas/Fir)<br />
9:30 - 11:00 Carpet Bowling (ABC)<br />
10:00 - 12:00 Book Club (Oak) (<strong>July</strong> 9)<br />
10:30 - 12:30 Pickleball (Multipurpose)<br />
10:45 - 11:45 The ABC’s of the Exercise Room<br />
(Fitness Centre) (<strong>July</strong> 9 - 30)<br />
11:00 - 12:00 Fitness - Light Exercise (Douglas)<br />
12:00 - 12:30 Exercise Room Drop-in (Fitness Centre)<br />
12:30 - 4:00 Canasta (Birch/Cedar)<br />
12:30 - 7:30 Vital Connections (Counselling Office)<br />
1:00 - 3:00 Cribbage (Arbutus)<br />
TUESDAY<br />
9:00 - 4:00 Senior Slugger’s Tournament<br />
(Moody Park) (<strong>July</strong> 3)<br />
9:00 - 12:30 Computer Drop-in (Computer Lab)<br />
9:00 - 12:30 Exercise Room Drop-in (Fitness Centre)<br />
9:00 - 12:30 Table Tennis (Multipurpose)<br />
9:00 - 4:00 UBC Law Clinic (Birch)<br />
9:00 - 4:30 Vital Connections (Counselling Office)<br />
9:30 - 10:30 Fitness - Stretch & Strength (Douglas/Fir)<br />
9:30 - 12:30 Executive Meeting (Cedar) (<strong>July</strong> 31)<br />
10:00 - 4:30 The Vancouver Aquarium Trip (<strong>July</strong> 24)<br />
12:30 - 3:00 Court Whist (Arbutus)<br />
12:30 - 3:00 T uesday Crafts (Spruce)<br />
12:30 - 3:30 Summer Ceramics (Chestnut)<br />
(<strong>July</strong>y 3, 10 & 17)<br />
12:30 - 4:00 Canasta (Douglas) (<strong>July</strong> 3)<br />
1:00 - 3:00 Creative Writing (Oak) (<strong>July</strong> 17)<br />
1:00 - 3:45 Bridge (Fir)<br />
1:00 - 4:00 Podiatrist (Cedar) (<strong>July</strong> 17)<br />
WEDNESDAY<br />
7:00 - 7:45 Parksville Sand Castle Competition<br />
Tour Trip (<strong>July</strong> 25)<br />
8:30 Fall Registration Begins (<strong>July</strong> 25)<br />
9:00 - 12:30 Computer Drop-in (Computer Lab)<br />
9:00 - 12:30 Exercise Room Drop-in (Fitness Centre)<br />
9:00 - 4:30 Float the Summer Away Trip (<strong>July</strong> 18)<br />
9:30 - 10:30 Fitness - Workout (Douglas/Fir)<br />
9:30 - 11:00 Carpet Bowling (ABC)<br />
10:00 - 12:00 Badminton (Multipurpose)<br />
11:00 - 12:00 Fitness - Toning (Douglas/Fir)<br />
12:30 - 1:30 Get Up & Go (Douglas) (no class <strong>July</strong> 4)<br />
1:00 - 2:30 Senior Gay Straight Alliance (SGSA)<br />
Meeting (Birch/Cedar) (<strong>July</strong> 11)<br />
1:00 - 2:30 Summer Tai Chi (Fir)<br />
1:00 - 3:00 Cribbage (Arbutus)<br />
2:00 - 4:00 Poker (Douglas)<br />
7:00 - 9:00 Unplugged (Fir) (<strong>July</strong> 4)<br />
THURSDAY<br />
9:00 - 4:00 Senior Slugger’s Tournament<br />
(Moody Park) (<strong>July</strong> 5)<br />
9:00 - 11:30 Quilting (Spruce)<br />
9:00 - 12:30 Exercise Room Drop-in (Fitness Centre)<br />
9:00 - 12:30 Computer Drop-in (Computer Lab)<br />
9:00 - 4:30 Vital Connections (Counselling Office)<br />
9:30 - 10:30 Fitness - Workout (Douglas/Fir)<br />
9:45 - 11:45 Mahjong (Birch/Cedar)<br />
10:30 - 12:30 Pickleball (Multipurpose Room)<br />
11:00 - 12:00 Relaxing Summer Stretch to Music (Fir)<br />
12:30 - 2:30 Uptown Artists (Spruce)<br />
12:30 - 4:00 Canasta (Arbutus)<br />
1:00 Showtime (Fir) (<strong>July</strong> 12 & 19)<br />
1:00 - 3:00 Darts (Hemlock)<br />
1:00 - 3:30 Whist (Birch)<br />
1:30 - 3:30 Notable 90’s & Youth Meeting<br />
(Douglas) (<strong>July</strong> 19)<br />
3:00 - 6:00 Rummoli (Spruce)<br />
4:00 - 9:00 Legal Advice (<strong>July</strong> 5, 12, 19 & 26)<br />
6:00 - 8:30 Bridge Social (Fir)<br />
6:30 - 8:30 Jam Session (Oak)<br />
FRIDAY<br />
9:00 Walking Club<br />
9:00 - 12:30 Legal Advice (Birch) (<strong>July</strong> 6, 13, 20 & 27)<br />
9:00 - 12:30 Computer Drop-in (Computer Lab)<br />
9:00 - 12:30 Exercise Room Drop-in (Fitness Centre)<br />
9:00 - 12:30 Table Tennis (Multipurpose)<br />
9:30 - 10:30 Fitness - Stretch & Strength (Douglas/Fir)<br />
11:00 - 12:00 Fitness - Toning (Fir)<br />
12:30 - 3:00 Scrabble (Cedar)<br />
12:30 - 1:30 Get Up & Go (Oak) (No class <strong>July</strong> 6)<br />
1:00 - 3:00 Ceramics Drop-in (Chestnut)<br />
1:00 - 3:45 Bridge (Arbutus/Birch)<br />
1:00 - 3:45 Bingo (Douglas/Fir)<br />
2:00 - 9:30 Lonsdale Quay Trip (<strong>July</strong> 27)<br />
3:00 - 4:00 Meditation Group Drop-in (Spruce)<br />
5:00 - 9:30 Pelago’s at Crescent Beach Trip (<strong>July</strong> 20)<br />
6:30 - 10:00 Night Market & Garry Point Trip (<strong>July</strong> 6)<br />
7:00 - 9:00 Birthday Party (Fir) (<strong>July</strong> 13)<br />
SATURDAY & SUNDAY<br />
Centre closed<br />
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