October 2018 issue B

Be acve Get involved Make friends 

T S - O 2018

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The Guelph/Wellington Seniors Association 

A non-profit organization based at the 

Evergreen Seniors Community Centre 

http://www.gwsa-guelph.ca 

Directors & Officers 

Dorothe Fair — President 

Ken Chupa — Vice-President 

Jennifer Blackie — Secretary 

Nick Harris — Treasurer 

Ross Knechtel—Webmaster & Director 

Ross Coulter Kerry Detlor 

Jean McClelland Athar Khan 

Margaret Waldron Wendi Hake 

The Sentinel Team 

Carol Croft — Adminstrator, Printer 

Linda Green — Editor, Printer 

George Hughes, Ken Pagniez — Printers 

George Smith — Delivery Supervisor 

Bill Shephard — Part-time Assistant 

Don Hillman — Mentor 

GWSA Community Support Services Staff 

Maryanne Wilford — Manager 

Pat Gage — Administrative Assistant 

Margaret Iutzi — Move Well Co-ordinator 

Molly Roberts — Eat Well Co-ordinator 

Sophia Podrozny — Eat Well Co-ordinator 

Paula Frappier — Outreach Co-ordinator 

City Staff 

Adam Rutherford — Program 

Manager 

Tracy Benson — Customer Service Clerk 

Jocelyn Pedersen — Recreation 

Co-ordinator — Senior Services 

Becky MacDonald — Recreation 

Co-ordinator — Volunteers 

Jocelynn Desroches — Chef 

Janice Walls, Brian Treleaven — Assistant 

Cooks 

Kim Barton—Facility Maintainer 

Harvinder Marjara, Farial Hashimi, Nathan 

Luck, Mary Loudoun — Customer Service 

Clerk II 

Lynne Briggs — Manager of Recreation 

Services 

All others working at the Evergreen 

Seniors Community Centre are Volunteers. 

E S C C 

A City of Guelph Recreation Facility run in 

partnership with the Community Services Department 

of the City of Guelph and the Guelph/ 

Wellington Seniors Association 

683 Woolwich St., Guelph, ON, N1H 3Y8 

Tel.: 519-823-1291 / Fax: 519-823-8972 

Hours: 8:30 am to 4:00 pm M-F 

(closed Statutory Holidays) 

Read The Sentinel on our website, 

www.gwsa-guelph.ca 

ISSN: 0383 817X 

President’s Message from Dorothe Fair 

This past September was another beautiful start to a glorious 

Canadian fall. 

On September 8, I attended a rally at Old City Hall to 

draw attention to Climate Change. 

Candidates running for both City Council and School Trustee were 

there along with more than 250 concerned citizens who showed their 

support for the rally. GUELPH TODAY and the Tribune did a terrific 

job covering this event. Their pictures showed the diversity and age 

range of all who attended. 

The Rally was organized by “RISE for REAL Climate Action”. 

Those of us who signed a pledge to protect and preserve Mother Earth 

for all generations to come carried signs, and under the talented leadership 

of James Gordon (a great friend and Member of the GWSA), 

we sang the chorus to one of his songs. We belted out “we must get 

off, we must get off, we must get off of fossil fuels”. We actually said 

OIL. 

September 8 was a world wide event. More than 900 rallies took 

place around the world from Fiji to Paris, Lisbon, Bogota, San Francisco. 

In total, it was across 7 continents. The support is growing to 

protect our wonderful earth. 

If you want more information on this topic, or if you want to meet 

and chat about it, please contact me. My card is at the front counter. 

My Updates from September and more exciting dates to look forward 

to in October, November and December: 

1. Volunteer Appreciation Event, September 13 

This year the Volunteer Advisory Committee, chaired by Becky 

MacDonald, City of Guelph staff member, organized a NEW venue to 

recognize the Volunteers associated with the GWSA and other City 

programs. This luncheon was quite different from the traditional evening 

Gala dinner that has been an annual event for more than 15 years. 

It is always good to try different approaches to anything we have 

been doing the same way for many years. After a new approach is 

tried, it’s important everyone has an opportunity to evaluate the pluses 

and minuses of the changes. 

Please ask at the front counter for an evaluation sheet and let us 

know your thoughts and suggestions regarding the NEW Volunteer 

Appreciation Event. 

This input will assist us in planning for next year. 

2. Advance Municipal Voting Polls: October 12, 13, 14 

Evergreen Seniors Centre. Please get out and VOTE. 

Vote Day October 22. For more information go to: GUELPH VOTES 

3. The Day Before: November 9 at 2 p.m. 

The GWSA Silvertones will be providing a wonderful Tribute again 

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NOTE: Disclaimer—The Sentinel and the GWSA do not necessarily agree 

with or support statements in the Sentinel made by advertisers, or submissions 

by writers. Do you like what you see here in The Sentinel? Stop by the Evergreen 

Seniors Community Centre at 683 Woolwich St. to get more! Single issues 

(or an extra copy) are available at the Front Desk at the cost of $3.00 each + HST. 


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this year at this special event which offers seniors, 

their families and friends an afternoon of Military 

songs and personal reflections on the impact of military 

experiences. 

The personal memories will reflect on past and current 

Military involvement in various roles such as 

medical, peace keeping, service duty, Immigration 

and more. 

The songs will reflect the era and have been carefully 

chosen to convey our respect and admiration for the 

dedication of our great Canadian nation. 

This is another FREE event, but we will have volunteers 

collecting donations. All donations will be given 

from the GWSA to the Guelph Legion “Poppy Fund 

for Veterans”. 

Last year, with a top-up from the GWSA Board of 

Directors, the total donation was $1,000. 

I thank you in advance for donating and I guarantee 

you will be greatly entertained at the The Day Before. 

Please phone the front counter volunteers and get 

your name on our attendance list to help us know how 

many chairs to put out. 

Show. Packed full of classic Christmas songs and special 

features, like the Line Dancers performing toetapping 

numbers like Rock around the Christmas 

Tree, and the Sons of Beaches are planning a hilarious 

rendition of Rudolf the Red Nose Reindeer!! 

Mark your calendar right now for one of these performances 

or come to more than one. Bring your family, 

friends and especially the children in your family 

for the Saturday performance. 

Tickets will go on sale November 1 at the front 

counter. 

Hopefully your calendar is filling up with GWSA 

events and you're living our motto: 

BE ACTIVE GET INVOLVED MAKE FRIENDS 

The next time I write my Message, I may be your 

COUNCILLOR at City Council. 

See you in November 

Dorothe Fair 

GWSA President 

4. CHRISTMAS VARIETY SHOW 

Nov. 29, Nov. 30, Dec. 1 

This year the Variety Show committee has decided 

to return to the Christmas theme for our Variety 

Candidate WARD 2. 

FALL 2018 CSS EDUCATION SERIES 

Tuesday, October 2 

An Introduction to Mindfulness 

Learn to increase your ability to live in the present 

moment. Learn to feel grounded during times of 

stress, to drop judgement and our common tendencies 

to relive past events and worry about the future. 

Presenter: Lori Thomson, MSW, RSW Mental 

Health Counsellor, Guelph Mental Health Team 


The Power of Wills and Powers of Attorney 

Failing to have a Will or properly appointed Powers 

of Attorney can have unwanted and expensive consequences. 

Planning now will save you and your 

loved ones grief and unnecessary costs. 

Presenter: Frank Valeriote, B.A., LL.B., Counsel 

and Partner, SV Law 


Understanding Financial Abuse and the Law 

Financial abuse is one of the most prevalent types of 

elder abuse, often fueled by a lack of knowledge. 

Increasing an understanding can provide new options 

for keeping your money safe. This presentation 

will cover the powers, duties and responsibilities of 

an Attorney or guardian for property and finances, as 

well as the revocation process for Power of Attorney. 

Presenter: Sheila Schehlein, West Region Consultant 

with Elder Abuse Ontario 

Tuesday, November 6 

Nutrition Updates to Support Healthy Aging 


Polypharmacy: How Many Medications Do I 

Need? 


Organizing Your Home to Live Safely 

All sessions start at 10 a.m. in Room 3, Evergreen Seniors Community Centre. Please register at 

www.eventbrite.ca or call or email Pat Gage 519‐837‐5696 or pgage.gwsa@gmail.com 


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Join Mayor Cam Guthrie to mark 

World Mental Health Day 

Vote for Dorothe Fair 

WARD 2 

A Voice for Seniors. 

A Voice for All Ages. 

email: FAIR4WARD2@gmail.com 

Phone: 226‐486‐2453 

Website: FAIR4WARD2.ca 

Thursday, October 11, 

9:30-11:30 a.m. 

(presentations begin at 10 a.m.) 

Guelph City Hall 

This year's theme is 

“Circle of Care” 

The event also features an 

art installation from 

Spark of Brilliance and an 

information fair with local agencies. 

All are welcome and the event is free, 

but advance registration is required at 

http://circle-of-care.eventbrite.ca. 

GWSA Email 

Updates 

Each month, approximately 

mid-month, the Membership 

and Marketing Committee 

at the GWSA will send a 

GWSA Email Update. It will 

highlight a few of the exciting things happening at the 

GWSA: important communications from the Board 

(such as construction updates), and upcoming programs 

by CSS. We are planning to include topics of 

interest to Seniors, including several pertaining to 

health and wellness. 

You can unsubscribe from the updates at any time 

by clicking on the “unsubscribe” link which will be 

displayed at the bottom of every update. 

If you have previously completed a paper “Consent 

to Receive Electronic Communications,” we are asking 

you to complete the electronic sign-up process described 

below. We can’t sign you up manually AND 

have our list editor keep track of the CASL (Canadian 

Anti-Spam Legislation) compliance for those paper 

forms. It’s one way or the other and we have chosen to 

use the electronic option. 

You can receive the GWSA Email Updates by completing 

the steps described below: 

1. To begin, please send an email to: 

subscribe@gwsa-guelph.ca. If you’d like, you can 

put the word subscribe in the Subject line or you can 

skip that part. In just a few minutes, you’ll get a 

message with a link. 

2. Click on the link you received, fill in the appropriate 

fields, and click “Subscribe to List”. 

3. To ensure you really want to receive GWSA 

email updates – and to make sure all email addresses 

are error-free – we’ll send a message asking 

you to confirm. 

4. Once you respond to the confirmation message, 

your registration is complete and you’ll receive 

our Welcome letter. 

We have also placed a link under the “Popular 

Links” section on all web pages on the GWSA website. 

Clicking on this link will also initiate the signup 

process. This will take you to step 2 (above). 

Simply follow through with steps 2 to 4 to complete 

the process. 

You can expect to receive your first GWSA Email 

Update approximately mid-month after you sign up! 

Membership & Marketing Committee 


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THE EDITOR’S PAGE by Linda Green 

One thing we should be thankful for this Thanksgiving 

is living well as we age. Here are a few suggestions 

to help you enjoy a healthy lifestyle. 

Adopt a positive attitude toward aging. See 

growing older as a gift and not as a negative experience. 

Keep your vaccinations up to date. While infectious 

disease rates are largely well controlled, they 

are still a concern for older adults. Many will need to 

stay current with diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis and 

will also want to consider shingles and pneumococcal 

vaccinations. 

Get adequate sleep. It is vital to brain health, 

including cognitive function. Did you know metabolic 

waste products build up throughout the day as 

the body does its cognitive work? Sleep is the brain’s 

opportunity to do a little housekeeping whereby it 

clears out the waste, preparing us to face the next day 

with clarity. Sleeping between seven to eight hours 

each night is related to better brain and physical 

health in older people. 

Get physical. Purposeful activity and exercise has 

a positive impact on brain health, as well as physical 

health, including muscle strength, agility, bone 

health. Exercise also boosts metabolic health, including 

lower blood pressure and blood sugar control. All 

these things improve quality of life and independence. 

Being active also reduces the risk for depression 

and anxiety. 

Engage your brain: it is dynamic and constantly 

changing. Throughout your life, the brain continues 

to develop neurons and neural connections when you 

participate in cognitively stimulating activities. However, 

not any old activity will do. It needs to mentally 

challenge your ability to think, like learning a new 

skill, language, memory training exercises or a new 

hobby. Novelty is also important, so try to find new 

ways to stimulate your brain and for greater impact, 

don’t go solo: engage your brain with someone else, 

the social connection enhances the effect. 

Human beings are social by nature; it’s in our 

DNA. Not only do social connections help reduce 

depression, evidence indicates that it helps lower the 

risk of cognitive decline. Ways to be more social include: 

joining a group with others who have similar 

interests, teaching someone a new skill, volunteering 

or helping others and, yes, using technology to stay 

Special Printing For Members 

Looking for that 

Special Unique Christmas Gift? 


The Sentinel can print a custom 2019 Calendar using 

your own photographs (14 pictures-landscape style) for 

$10.00 + HST per calendar. Email us your request or 

leave us a message in our mailbox. You can usually find 

us in the office on Monday, Wednesday, or Friday 

mornings. 

DONATIONS 

To donate easily, with a credit 

card, visit our website www.gwsaguelph.ca 

and click on the 

‘Donate’ button or call: 

519-823-1291 

October 1, 2018 is the deadline for 

submissions for the 

November 2018 Sentinel. 

Email submissions to: sentinel@gwsa-guelph.ca 

or drop yours off at the Evergreen Front Desk. 

Distribution of the November issue 

is on October 25, 2018. 

Editor is not responsible for quality of submitted photos 

(but we’ll do our best). 


Evergreen Restaurant - October 2018 

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The Evergreen Restaurant is open to the public and 

serves a large variety of menu items that are available 

from 8:30 am to 1:00 pm, Monday to Friday 

(except holidays): 

Breakfast Foods 

Homemade Soups 

Bakery Items 

Sandwiches 

Salads 

Beverages 

The daily featured Lunch is served from 11:30 am 

to 1:00 pm and the menu is below. Take-out is 

available for your convenience. 

Our goal is to provide balanced, nutritious meals. 

We provide great quality, while keeping costs reasonable. 

The tremendous support of volunteers in 

the restaurant helps us achieve this goal. 

DUE TO RISING COSTS OF FOOD PRICES, 

MENU ITEMS HAVE GONE UP 

EFFECTIVE AUGUST 1/18 

Featured Hot Lunch 

$7.15 + tax 

Each hot lunch is served with 2 sides to ensure a 

balanced nutritional meal. 

LUNCH DELIVERED 

We offer free delivery to the following adjacent 

apartments — Riverside Gardens, Riverside Residences 

on the Park, The Driftwood, and The Diplomat, 

provided we get the order by 9:30 am the day 

the delivery is required. Please call 519-823-1291 

x2696 to order. 

Catering 

Catering is available by special order: Hot/cold 

drinks, sweet trays, sandwiches, etc. Please have 

your order to the customer service clerk in the office 

at least 48 hours prior to your event. This allows 

staff to ensure that your catering needs will be 

met. Thank you for your co-operation in this matter. 

FEATURED LUNCH served 11:30 am to 1:00 pm 

All menu items available 8:30 am to 1:00 pm 

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday 

1 

Quiche 

2 

Spaghetti & 

Meatballs 

3 

Veal Schnitzel 

4 

Thanksgiving 

Dinner 

(purchase tickets) 

5 

Salmon 

8 CLOSED 9 

10 

11 

12 

Stuffed Sausages 

Baked Ham & 

Potato Casserole 

Cabbage Rolls 

Roast Pork 

15 

16 

17 

18 

19 

Meat Pies 

Clam Chowder & 

Western Sandwich 

Stuffed Chicken 

Roast Beef 

Fish & Chips 

22 

23 

24 

25 

26 

Chicken a la 

King over 

Vol-au-vents 

Meatloaf 

Liver & Onions or 

2nd Choice 

Swiss Steak 

Ribs 

29 

Pork Chops 

30 

Lasagna 

31 

Roast Chicken 

Vegetarian/gluten 

free options are 

available daily. 

Please enquire 

with the Chef. 


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Volunteer Corner from Becky MacDonald 

Volunteer Appreciation 

Another successful event. Thank 

you once again for all you do 

every day and throughout the year. 

The programs and services offered 

would not be the same without 

you. Thank you to all the City 

staff, family and friends who assisted 

with the lead up to and the 

day of the event. This could not 

happen without your continuous 

support and dedication. 

Thank you, thank you, thank you! 

Upcoming Volunteer Awards 

June Callwood Outstanding 

Achievement Award for Volunteerism: 

This award recognizes 

people and groups who have made 

outstanding contributions as volunteers 

in their communities. 

Due November 16, 2018. 

Ontario Volunteer Service 

Awards 

This award recognizes volunteers 

for providing committed and 

dedicated service to an organization. 

Due January 11, 2019. 

Please fully complete the Nomination 

Form located at the front 

desk and return it to Becky in the 

main office. Those who are eligible 

for an award will be chosen. 

Your assistance and input is greatly 

appreciated with this process. If 

you have any further questions, 

please feel free to speak to Becky 

from Monday to Friday between 

8:30-4:30. 

All Volunteers – Training and 

Orientation: Anyone new to the 

volunteer team within the last 2 

years, or who has not completed 

their AODA and training, will be 

required to register for one of the 

trainings. It is a great refresher for 

anyone, speaks to your role as a 

volunteer, policies and procedures, 

and how the GWSA and City work 

together. Please speak to Becky in 

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the main office for more details 

and to register. 

2018 

October 3 – 1:30-3:30 pm 

AGE FRIENDLY GUELPH 

By 2031, Guelph’s population is 

projected to be 175,000 with 

57,000 people over the age of 55. 

The City’s Age Friendly Guelph 

(AFG) is recruiting volunteers in 

the following areas: 

Marketing 

Communications 

Community Outreach 

Working Group members are 

being recruited to assist with the 

implementation and hands-on 

guiding of the working groups. 

For more information on how to 

become a volunteer with Age 

Friendly Guelph or any of the current 

roles with the committees, 

please speak to Becky in the main 

office. 

2018 CHRISTMAS VARIETY 

SHOW 

The Variety Show Committee is 

looking for volunteers in the following 

areas: 

Sound Technicians (2 positions): 

Experience working the sound 

board and working as part of a 

team. 

Back Stage Assistance (2-4 positions): 

Work alongside the Stage 

Manager during performances; 

working as part of a team. Assist 

with props or any organizing backstage. 

Decorators: Assist on the Monday 

prior to the show with the decorating 

of the Auditorium in a 

Christmas décor. 

Ushers/Ticket Takers/Greeters/ 

Snacks: As a team, welcome patrons, 

assist them to their seats, 

assist at the intermission show 

with the sales of snacks and beverages 

in two designated areas. 

GWSA COMMITTEES 

Governance Committee: The 

GWSA is looking for 2-3 new 

members to join the Governance 

Committee. If you enjoy reviewing 

policies and procedures, have an 

HR background with attention to 

detail while viewing the larger picture, 

have 4 hours per month to 

give back, and like to work with 

other volunteers, this committee is 

for you. 

Membership & Marketing Committee: 

M&M is looking for 2 

GWSA members to join the creative 

team for a 2-3 year commitment. 

If you have good communication 

skills (written and verbal), 

enjoy marketing and promotion 

and being a part of an active team 

that meets every 2nd Tuesday of 

the month in the morning, please 

speak to Becky for more information. 

ACTIVITY GROUPS 

Sentinel Drivers: The Sentinel is 

recruiting individuals to deliver 

the monthly Sentinel to members 

of the GWSA on the last Thursday 

or Friday of the month. You would 

be delivering to the same individuals 

on a monthly basis, located in 

the same area of the city. 

If you are interested in volunteering 

in any of the areas listed 

above and joining the dynamic 

team, please contact Becky Mac- 

Donald in the office for more 

information and to get started 

with your volunteering experi- 

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Program Manager, Senior Services from Adam Rutherford 

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“The unselfish effort to bring cheer to others will be 

the beginning of a happier life for ourselves.” 

~ Helen Keller 

(This is the speech given at the Volunteer Appreciation 

Lunch Sept. 13) 

I’m so proud to welcome all of you back to your 

home away from home – not just as part of our team 

that keeps programs running, meals served, courses 

registered for and much, much more. BUT today I’m 

happy to welcome you to the Evergreen Seniors 

Community Centre as guests and long-time friends. 

The annual Volunteer Appreciation Event is a highlight 

of the Evergreen calendar. It’s the staff and City 

team’s chance to say THANK YOU, to take care of 

you and to recognize how important each and every 

one of you is to the day-to-day operations of the 

Centre. We truly could not do it without you. 

Evergreen volunteers help with large tasks like 

supporting our registration processes, helping our 

kitchen staff get fresh and healthy meals out each 

morning and afternoon and in co-ordinating a series 

of events and activities; BUT our volunteers also do 

all the small things that make the biggest differences. 

Each morning, like everyone else that comes through 

our doors, I’m welcomed to the Centre with a warm 

and caring good morning; I watch as our volunteers 

rush around meeting the needs of patrons and members, 

and I hear the pride and compassion that each 

of our volunteers have somehow been born with. It’s 

inspiring, and for an introvert like me, very humbling! 

People who volunteer and commit their time to 

others often do it without an expectation of reward or 

thanks – more inclined to downplay their contributions 

or write it off as “something they do”. But here 

at the Evergreen, we know how much you do and we 

appreciate each act and each minute that you dedicate 

to the Centre. That’s why this day is about you. 

Today I hope you’ll take a few moments to reflect on 

your contributions to the Evergreen Seniors Centre 

and across the community and feel very proud. 

Before signing off, I would like to thank and 

acknowledge a few individuals in the room. I’d like 

to say thank you to Mayor Guthrie and City Councillors 

June Hofland, Phil Allt, Cathy Downer, James 

Gordon and Christine Billings for making this event 

a part of their very busy annual schedule; similarly 

I’d like to thank the City of Guelph’s CAO Derrick 

Thompson and Deputy CAO Colleen Clack for celebrating 

with us today. I’d like to acknowledge the 

Managers and Supervisors who are here supporting 

today – specifically, Heather Flaherty and, of course, 

Lynne Briggs (who many of you know very well!). 

I’d like to thank Jocelynn Deroches and her kitchen 

team for always delivering under pressure. I’d also 

like to acknowledge the hard work and efforts of 

Jocelyn Pedersen and Becky MacDonald in putting 

today’s event together. I’d like to thank the entire 

Recreation and greater City of Guelph staff who are 

here to help serve, clean up and celebrate with you 

today. And finally, I’d like to thank the GWSA, their 

President Dorothe Fair, the GWSA Board and all of 

their members who help make the Evergreen the 

model for what a collaborative, inclusive and community 

focused centre should be. 

Evergreen Volunteers – Thanks again for everything 

that you do and for making a difference. 


ence. Ph. 519-823-1291 Ext. 

2096 or by email at 

becky.macdonald@guelph.ca 

COMMUNITY SUPPORT 

SERVICES 

Feeling Better Move Well: Are 

you interested in active living? If 

you are looking for a new challenge 

and would like to help other 

seniors maintain their physical 

wellbeing, please consider volunteering 

with the Feeling Better 

Move Well Program. We are currently 

seeking volunteers to facilitate 

one-hour gentle exercise classes 

in the community. As little as 

one hour per week is all that is 

required. No fitness experience is 

necessary. Full training and orientation 

will be provided. 

Volunteer Drivers: Help make a 

difference to support seniors who 

have trouble getting out on their 

own. The Outreach Program needs 

volunteers who are willing to use 

their own car to drive participants 

between their home and the Program. 

The commitment is one half 

day per month. 

Seniors Offering Support Telephone 

Visiting Volunteers: Help 

brighten another senior's day by 

making a telephone visiting call 

from your home to theirs. Scheduling 

and time commitment are 

flexible according to your availability. 

Please contact Maryanne Wilford 

at 519-837-5665 for more information 

about these volunteer opportunities. 


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Administraon Office — 519‐837‐5696 

Free Support to Transition from Hospital to 

Home - The Home at Last Program 

to be happier and to reminisce, and to hear old tunes 

was uplifting!” 

Home at Last is a free service, paid for by the Waterloo-Wellington 

Local Health Integration Network, 

which provides a warm transition for older adults 

55+ and/or adults with special needs to settle in at 

home following a hospital stay. The purpose of the 

program is to bridge the gap between hospital and 

community, while also ensuring the proper care for 

the patient during the transition. Home at Last works 

within the Guelph and Waterloo-Wellington area and 

is also able to go beyond this region to bring patients 

back home. The service can be accessed by the individual, 

either by speaking with a member of the hospital 

discharge team, or by contacting Community 

Care Concepts directly. 

Home at Last provides the patient a drive and/or 

accompaniment home, as well as support in settling 

in at home. This can include grocery or prescription 

pick-up, preparation of a small meal, personal care, 

or homemaking services. Afterwards, a follow-up is 

completed with the patient by the Care Co-ordinator 

to check in on the patient and to ensure referrals are 

made to other community supports if needed. If you 

would like more information about the Home at Last 

Program, come and check out the CSS whiteboard 

display during the month of October or call the 

Home at Last Co-ordinator who can be reached at 

Community Care Concepts toll free: 1-855-664- 

1900. 

Guelph Community Foundation - Support for 

Outreach Rose Days Program 

The Outreach Gang at Summer Rose Days: The 

More We are Together, The Happier We'll Be! 

Sign up for CSS Email Updates! 

Don't miss any of our upcoming announcements by 

signing up for CSS Email Updates. This is a new 

feature brought to you by our GWSA Webmaster 

team and signing up online is easy. 

Go to the GWSA Website at gwsa-guelph.ca and 

find “Sign Up for GWSA Email Updates”. Click on 

the link, follow the instructions and check off the 

box titled “CSS Communications”. Once you’re 

signed up, you’ll receive monthly updates from CSS 

straight to your inbox. 

On August 21, Outreach Program participants and 

volunteers enjoyed a special summer “Rose Days” 

event, made possible with a generous donation from 

The Guelph Community Foundation's Community 

Grant Program. Named in honour of long-standing 

Outreach Program volunteer and co-ordinator, 

Wilma Rose, Summer Rose Days programs are arranged 

in July and August as an opportunity for participants 

to break up the long days of summer and 

come to the Evergreen for fun and friendship. Everyone 

enjoyed singing along to old summertime favourites 

by pianist John Moorehouse, along with a 

BBQ lunch prepared by the kitchen. As one participant 

put it, coming to the Program was an “invitation 

Diabetes Support Group 

The Diabetes Support Group runs every second 

and fourth Tuesday from 9 to 10 am in Room 2 of 

the Evergreen Centre. Our group offers peer support 

for the challenges of living with a chronic disease 

with input from facilitator and Registered Dietitian 

Molly Roberts. We enjoy regular visits from 

Diabetes Educators at Diabetes Care Guelph, as 

well as other guest speakers, including pharmacists, 

social workers and community agencies interested 

in diabetes. New members are always welcome 

to join our group by coming out to a meeting 

or by calling Pat Gage at 519-837-5696. 


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RR 2, 5016 Well. Rd 29, Guelph 519.856.4622 

www.edenhousecarehome.ca 

Member of OLTCA & ORCA 

Licenced by RHRA & MOHLTC 

Better Quality Better Health 

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 26 

WENDY SMITH | SWOTSERVICES.CA 

519‐249‐9103 | WENDY@SWOTSERVICES.CA 


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Summer’s End Dance 

There was a great turnout for the dance held on August 24. Many people dressed up in their 

favourite summer finery. A good time was had by all! 

Photos by Alan Pickersgill 

Focus on Travel by Jean McClelland 

Never let it be said that elders in our community 

lack activities or interests. 

Recent travels 

May’s bus trip took ninety-one people, in two 

buses, to the Royal Alexandria Theatre in Toronto 

for the play, “Come from Away”. Thoroughly enjoyed. 

Then in June, forty-seven travellers had lunch at 

the Skylon Towers in Niagara Falls followed by a 

visit to the Bird Sanctuary. 

The Evergreen Seniors Community Centre was 

closed in July. 

The Grand River Raceway was a hit in August. 

On September 11, we headed to the Bell Homestead 

in Brantford. A lovely historical place in costume 

to visit and relax. 

October 12, following lunch in Owen Sound we 

will visit the artistic Tom Thomson Gallery and the 

Southampton area. 

ROM, Cherry Blossom Festival and more … 

The Travel Committee would love to have you 

join us to assist with the planning of these popular 

and exciting trips. Let Becky know if you would like 

to attend our monthly planning meeting. 

Check the back cover of the Sentinel for details of 

upcoming trips. 

Persons with a disability who require physical 

assistance must have a travelling companion with 

them who can look after their needs, should the 

occasion arise. 

For more information, contact Joanne White at 

519-822-0851. 

Thinking about 

A few of the future trips that we are looking into 

may include the Elmira Theatre, Canada Blooms, 


At the Annual General 

Meeting of the GWSA on 

June 26, we had the largest 

number of members in 

attendance from an Activity 

Group and therefore won a 

Pizza Party. 

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The Line Dancing Activity 

Group would like to thank 

the following dancers who 

attended the AGM: 

Anni Wynen, Cheryl 

Delvoie, Judith Preston, 

Marion Cassolato, 

Carol Sant, Marg. Green, 

Debbie O'Driscoll, 

Wendy Greenfield, 

Jerry Greenfield, Wendy Paul, Janet Trimble and Gitta Housser. 

On September 10 we had our Pizza Party and it was very well attended. Here is a picture of 

our dancers enjoying this event. 

(photo by Ross Knechtel) 

THANKSGIVING 

DINNER 

Thursday, October 4 

Two Sittings: 

11:30 am & 12:30 pm 

Purchase tickets at the front desk: 

$15+hst 

(Take-out available) 


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connected with others. It’s worth noting that connection 

doesn’t just mean person-to-person, having a pet 

has its benefits, too, by fostering purpose, empathy 

and socialization — especially if your pet’s walks 

get you outside. 

Get an eye exam. Vision is linked to other determinants 

of health, including risks for falls, social 

connectedness/isolation, depression, anxiety and 

even the ability to shop and cook. Unfortunately, the 

eyes often take a back seat when it comes to monitoring 

our health. But the good news is, many of the 

common eye challenges we face as we age such as: 

glaucoma, cataracts or diabetes-related eye damage, 

are successfully treated when caught early. 

Checkups. Having regular contact with your family 

doctor is a vital connection for optimal health 

throughout the lifespan. 

Nutrition not only impacts overall health, it impacts 

the brain as well. It should be no surprise that 

the same less healthy, high-processed foods that 

aren’t good for your body aren’t your brain’s best 

friend either. The main takeaway is that no one food 

has it all when it comes to health; you have to consider 

all your choices and ask yourself if those choices 

are moving you toward or away from health. Eat a 

variety of plant foods every day and seek out green, 


leafy and dark orange vegetables, berries, nuts and 

seeds. 

Include fish or seafood (not deep fried) at least 

once a week, include legumes weekly and aim for 

more whole grains and limit alcohol. Where possible, 

prepare as many of your own meals and snacks and 

limit highly processed and fast foods. 

The most important thing you can do to take care 

of your body as you get older is to eat right. You’ve 

got to give your body premium fuel to run at its best 

performance. In other words, make half your meal 

fruits and vegetables, a quarter protein and the rest 

whole grains. 

Healthy aging is not simply the absence of disease 

later in life, but rather having the physical and cognitive 

ability to engage, as fully as possible, in the 

things you love, despite any possible disease, disorder 

or limitation that you might be facing. 

This article ran in the Toronto Star

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GWSA Groups & Activities Contact Information 

You may be required to show your up-to-date GWSA membership card at any activity. 

A I T H 

Evergreen Hallway 

Ted Pritchard (519-826-6121) 

tpritcha@rogers.com 

Art Studio In 2 

Evergreen Room 2 

Ted Pritchard (519-826-6121) 

tpritcha@rogers.com 

Tuesday Oct. 2, 16 & 30 - 

6:30 pm-9:30 pm 

Wednesday Oct. 10 & 24 - 

12:30 pm-4:00 pm 

B 

Evergreen Auditorium 

Eleanor Stern (519-837-2702) 

Tues. - 7:00-9:30 pm - E 

Thurs. - 9:00 am-12:00 noon - E 

Fri. - 10:00 am-12:30 pm - E 

Sun. - 1:15-3:15 pm - E 

Mon. - 1:00-4:00 pm - West End 

Wed. - 1:00-3:30 pm - West End 

Casual Bicycling 

Various Locations in and 

around Guelph 

Ned Coates (519-835-9799) 

Wed. - May 1 - Oct. 31 

10:00 am to Noon 

B E 


Helen James (519-856-4434) 

Mondays - 6:30-9:00 pm 

Thursdays - 1:00-4:00 pm 

6-H B E 


Dot Smith (519-836-6448) 


B C 

Evergreen Board Room 

Diana Cormier (519-780-2074) 

(dianacormier@sympatico.ca) 

Last Friday of month - 1-3 pm 

B C 2 


Christine Trimble (519-823-2086) 

3rd Friday of month - 1-2:30 pm 

B - W E L’ L 

Brian Doucet (519-780-7093) 

Mondays - 12:30-3:15 pm 

B - E 


David Pinkney (519-780-5302) 

Tuesdays - 6:45-9:15 pm 

Peter Traulsen (519-265-2376) 


I B 


Conny Budarick (519-763-6651) 

Fridays - 9:00-11:30 am 

B A G 


Ruby Brent (519-767-1954) 

(Bunka B&B) 

Wednesdays - 9:15 am-noon 

C 


Sharyn Richards (519-822-1810) 

Wednesdays - 1-4 pm 

C C 

Ken Fugler (519-767-0145) 

Debbie Williams (519-820-7215) 

C C 


Dave Wurr (519-509-1032) 

Fridays - 9:30 am-noon 

C C 


Ross Knechtel (226-706-4058) 

Ken Chupa (519-829-2476) 

September, November, January, 

March, May 

2nd Monday - 7:00-9:00 pm 

C C 


Judy Montgomery (519-824-8047) 

Fridays - 8:30 am-2:00 pm 

C 


Sylvia Edgerton (519-837-0446) 

Audrey Young 

Joy Halliburton 


D C 

Evergreen Auditorium - Stage 

Bob Langham (519-836-8366) 

Wednesdays, Fridays & Saturdays 

10:00 am to 12:00 noon 

D S G 


2nd & 4th Tuesday 

9:00-10:00 am 

D 

Evergreen Dining Room 

Jean Simpson (519-822-6193) 

Linda Robinson (226-343-0426) 


E M 


Sandra Rennick (519-824-2044) 

Maureen Baird (647-519-2006) 

Mondays - 1:00-3:30 pm 

E W 


Audrey Young (519-821-7471) 

4th Wednesday 

1:30-4:00 pm 

E F 


Ray Barnes (519-824-6004) 

Fridays - 1:00-4:00 pm 

G 

Ken Hills (519-836-8414) 

kenandlouisehills@yahoo.ca 

Mondays, May to September 

H I 


Sharing Information about 

HEARING 

Meet 1st Wed. of every month 

From October to May 

2:00-3:00 pm - it’s free 

Call Marianne at 519-822-3946 


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L D 


Margaret Waldron (519-836-8534) 

Phyllis Carnochan (519-836-9415) 

Mondays - 

Beginners 9:30-10:30 am 

Intermediate 10:45-11:45 am 

(except Holidays) 


M J 


Georgia Taylor (519-265-8816) 


Instruction available 

P L 


Geoff Richards (226-820-2950) 

Mon., Tues., Thurs. 

(times as assigned) 

I F P 


Jean McClelland (519-763-4881) 

jeanmcclelland@rogers.com 

2:30-5 pm - last Monday of every 

month - $24.00 a year 

P 

Rudy Simon (1-226-979-9635) 

Neville Newman (519-400-9136) 

gwsapickleball@gmail.com 


Tues. - 9:00 - 12:00 noon 

(Beginners & Intermediate) 

Friday - 12:45 - 4 pm 

(all levels of play) 

West End Rec Centre 

Tues. - 12:00 noon - 4:00 pm 

(advanced play) 

Thurs. - 2:15 - 5:00 pm 

(all levels of play) 

Q 


Beryl Drohan (519-827-0120) 

Mondays - 12:30-4:00 pm 

S 


Linda Robinson (226-343-0426) 

Beth Campeau (226-343-0415) 

B.J. Antanavicius (519-829-4119) 


S 


Jean Campbell (519-821-2695) 


Wednesdays - 1:30-3:00 pm 

S S S C 

Exhibition Park Arena 

Corner of Exhibition & 

Division Sts. 

Sharon O’Sullivan (519-848-2084) 

Saturdays - 8:00-9:50 pm 

S C 


Arlene McEllistrum 

(519-821-4332) 

Choir Director - Ann Sneyd 

Pianist - Mary Lynne Woods 

Fridays 1:00-3:30 pm 

S C 

Evergreen Parking Lot by 

The Enabling Garden 

Cathy Densmore 519-822-2220 

cathy.densmore@gmail.com 

Mondays from January to the end 

of March 2019 

8:00 am car pool at Evergreen 

to Blue Mountain 

6:00 pm return to Evergreen 

E S C 

Evergreen Snooker Room 

Nick Harris (519-836-4547) 

Daily - 9:00 am-4:00 pm 

Tuesday - 7:00-9:30 pm 

1st Thursday of every month 

7:00-9:30 pm 

T T 


Gordon Field (519-822-4976) 

Ursula Rodrigues (519-837-3782) 

Evergreen: 

Monday - 3:15-6:30 pm 

Wednesday - 9:00 am-12:45 pm 

Saturday - 9:00 am-12:00 noon 

West End: Friday - 1:00-3:45 pm 

(WE - except July/August) 

T H-E P 


Mike Rooke (519-824-2472) 

Gord Knox (519-763-5795) 


W C 

April to October 

Thursdays - 9:30 am-12:30 pm 

Brenda Langham (519-836-8366) 

Gord Clegg (519-824-3293) 

January and February 

W P C 


Ann Peters (519-836-3554) 

1st & 5th Wed. - 12:30-4:00 pm 

3rd Wed. - 9:00 am-4:00 pm 

W E A G 

Rm 2 West End Rec Centre 

Nancy Baker (519-822-6653) 

September - June 


Membership is $20.00 

W H A G 

Rm 2 West End Rec Centre 

Ross Hamilton (519-835-9181) 

hamiltongalleries@rogers.com 

Jan. - June; Sept. - Dec. 

Thursdays - noon-4:00 pm 

Membership is $25.00 

W C 


Ross Coulter (519-821-3993) 

2nd & 4th Thursdays - 1:00 pm 

Be 

active. 

Get 

involved. 

Make 

friends. 


GWSA Group & Activity Reports 

ALL Activity Groups require that you MUST have an up-to-date GWSA Membership to participate. 

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Art in the Hall 

The Art in the Hall project is mandated 

to display good art work in the 

halls of the Evergreen Centre. If you 

are interested in having your work in 

a solo exhibition, or if you are interested 

in having a few pieces of your 

work as part of a group display at the 

Evergreen Centre in 2019, contact 

Ted Pritchard at 519-826-6121 or 

tpritcha@rogers.com. 

If you are interested in sitting on 

the Art in the Hall Committee and 

assisting with the hanging of the art, 

also contact Ted. 

Art Studio in 2 

Art Studio in 2 is an art group working 

out of Room 2 at the Evergreen 

Centre on alternate Tuesday evenings 

from 6:30 pm until 9:30 pm starting 

the first week of the month and on 

alternate Wednesday afternoons from 

12:30 pm until 4:00 pm starting the 

second week of the month. The artists 

in this club choose their own media 

to work with, examples of which are 

acrylic painting, Bunka, drawing, 

pastels, porcelain painting, printmaking, 

stitchery/textile arts, watercolour 

painting and others. Room 2 isn’t 

vented properly for the use of oil 

paints, turpentine, linseed oil or other 

strong-smelling media. There are restrictions 

on perfume use also at the 

Centre to respect those artists with 

allergies. Artists will need to provide 

all the materials needed to complete 

their work and be prepared to share 

their technique and insights with other 

artists. The membership in Art Studio 

in 2 is limited to 24 and yearly 

membership costs $25.00 including 

HST, in addition to the GWSA membership. 

If you are interested in joining 

Art Studio in 2 for 2019, contact 

Ted Pritchard at 519-826-6121 or 

tpritcha@rogers.com. Registrations 

for Art Studio in 2 for 2019 will start 

in November at the Front Desk of the 

Evergreen Centre for artists not already 

in the Club. 

Badminton 

Our Badminton Club is gearing up 

already for fun and enjoyable games 

as our new season begins. We had a 

wonderful Welcome Back BBQ/Corn 

Roast in September and renewed 

friendships with folks who have been 

away over the summer. 

Our Club welcomes all from beginners 

to experienced and competitive 

players. Join us as many as 6 times a 

week for friendly, active games and 

competition at two locations. We play 

at the West End Community Centre 

on Monday and Wednesday afternoons 

at 1 pm. At the Evergreen Centre, 

play is on Tuesday evening at 7 

pm, Thursday at 9 am, Friday at 10 

am and Sunday afternoons at 1:15 

pm. 

We do our best to keep members 

alerted of any changes to our times 

with emails and personal calls. 

Racquets are available for shortterm 

loan and players are required to 

have indoor court shoes suitable for 

the games. 

Your membership fee covers participation 

at both locations. We allow 

3 free visits to give you a chance to 

discover if you are able and will enjoy 

this very active sport. The yearly 

fee is $60.00 and you must have an 

up-to-date membership with GWSA 

to be a member of our club. 

For further information regarding 

our activities and membership, 

contact Eleanor Stern at 519-837- 

2702. 

Casual Bicycling - NEW 

This new group at the GWSA will be 

exploring Guelph’s wonderful multiuse 

trail system. We’ll take in the 

sights of our city, explore some history, 

get some fresh air and exercise, all 

in one morning! This group is geared 

to people who can ride 10 km in less 

than 2 hours. Helmets and your own 

bike are mandatory. Meeting place is 

the Enabling Garden at Riverside 

Park. 

Bid Euchre 

Come in and enjoy a friendly game of 

4-Hand Bid Euchre Monday evenings 

from 6:30 until 9:00 pm, and Thursdays 

from 1 until 4 pm. There will 

also be 6-Hand Bid Euchre on Thursday 

afternoons. Don’t know how to 

play? We will teach you at no charge. 

Come and enjoy a visit; we would 

love to meet some new members. 

Guests are always welcome. For information 

on 4-Hand Bid Euchre, 

phone Helen James (519-856-4434), 

or for 6-Hand Bid Euchre, call Dot 

Smith (519-836-6448). 

Book Club 

Our group meets in the Boardroom 

on the last Friday of each month from 

1:00 to 2:30 pm. 

In October, we will be reading The 

Tea Girl of Hummingbird Lane by 

Lisa See. And in November, our selection 

is The Wonder by Emma 

Donohue. 

Monthly fee is $3.00. 

Book Club 2 

This group, made up of people on the 

wait list for the first Book Club, will 

meet in the Boardroom on the third 

Friday of each month from 1:00 to 

2:30 pm. 

The fee is $3/visit. 

Bridge 

We invite all bridge players to come 

and join us in a friendly game of 

bridge. We play three times a week as 

follows: 

Monday at the West End in the Lions 

Lair from 12:45 until 3:15 pm. 

Tuesday at the Evergreen in Room 3 

from 6:45 pm until 9:15 pm. 

Thursday at the Evergreen in Room 3 

from 12:30 pm until 3:30 pm. 

We hope you will come out and 

have a friendly game with us. We 

will be delighted to welcome you. 

Bunka 

Bunka embroidery is created by using 

a unique combination of punch needle 

and special silk-like rayon thread. 

When completed, many pictures re- 



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semble delicately shaded paintings. 

In fact, the needle is held and operates 

in much the same manner as an 

artist’s brush or pencil. The Bunka 

artist uses many different stitch techniques 

in order to achieve the desired 

effect of depth and interest, but unlike 

other forms of needle art, there 

are no knots to tie and mistakes are 

easily corrected. This group is for all 

skill levels and meets every Wednesday 

from 9:15 a.m. to noon. 

Bunkawithflair.com. 

Canasta 

Come join us for a game of Canasta. 

New or experienced players are welcome. 

We meet in the Evergreen 

hallway every Wednesday at 1:00 

pm. Cost is $1.50. Our president is 

Sharyn Richards. Let her know if you 

have any comments. Phone: 519-822- 

1810, Text: 519-835-4155, 

Email: gwsacanasta@gmail.com 

Craft Group 

After this hot summer, I guess we’re 

all ready for some cooler weather. 

Our store is full of all the things 

we’ve made while we were off. 

Many thanks for all the donations 

we’ve received over the summer. We 

have an abundant supply of buttons… 

thanks so much! I hope everyone 

continues to support all our hard 

work in the craft group — BUY, 

BUY and BUY! 

Cribbage 

If you enjoy a game of cribbage, join 

us on Tuesdays at 1:00 pm. We have 

a good time and everyone is welcome. 

GWSA DANCES: 

October 26 - Halloween Hoot 

December 14 - Christmas Dance 

Darts 

High scores for August were - 

Bill A. 135; Barry A. 138; Audrey B. 

110; Ed B. 121; Grace C. 132; Vera 

G. 130; Gord K. 100; Judy K. 116; 

Bob L. 108; Fred L. Bull Out; Peter 

Mc. 134; Ken O. Bull Out; Barry S. 

121 (103 out) (Triple 111 out); Marjorie 

S. 138; Ed W. 121; Hester W. 

128. 


Dominoes 

The Dominoes club meets every 

Tuesday at 1:30 pm in the Dining 

Room. The club will be playing 

Mexican Train. The cost is $1.50 per 

visit. Please contact Jean Simpson at 

519-822-6193 or Linda Robinson at 

226-343-0426 regarding any questions 

about the club. Come and have 

some fun. 

Golf 

The Golf season for 2018 ended on 

Monday, September 24, with a special 

Tournament and steak sandwich 

dinner at Guelph Lakes Golf Course 

for 200-plus Evergreen Golf members. 

For 2019, we will play on Mondays 

at different courses around Guelph, 

Cambridge and Kitchener/Waterloo 

from the first week in May to the last 

Monday of September. Traditionally, 

we have over 300 members split into 

3 golf groups (see below). For information 

and/or to register for Golf, do 

so at the Evergreen front desk starting 

in February 2019. 

The executive of the Evergreen 

Golf Club is looking for new members 

to help organize the golf. If you 

are interested, contact Ted Pritchard 

at 519- 826-6121 or Ken Hills at 519 

-836-8414. The co-ordinators for 

2019 are 18 Hole A Group, Wayne 

Vokey, 18 Hole B Group, George 

Hughes, and 9 Hole Group, David 

Halfpenny. The cost to join the Evergreen 

Golf Club for the 2019 season 

is $10.00 plus HST. 

Hearing Improvement 

The Hearing Improvement Committee 

of Guelph has the objective of 

helping fellow citizens with hearing 

loss by co-operating with and assisting 

professionals who deal with it; 

promoting hearing accessibility within 

our own community; holding regular 

information sessions to encourage 

greater understanding of the problem 

and what is available to help it. 

We meet the first Wednesday of 

each month from October through 

May from 2-3:30 pm. We discuss 

problems affecting those with hearing 

loss and try to find solutions. Our 

meetings also have a social component. 

For further information, call 

Marianne at 519-822-3946. 

Line Dancing 

Come dance with us all year long. 

Mondays: Beginners 9:30 to 10:30 

a.m. 

Intermediate: 10:45 to 11:45 a.m. 

Thursdays: 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. 

(Basic line dance experience recommended 

for this class.) 

Your first three visits are free, after 

which the fee is $1.50 per visit. 

Everyone Welcome 

Into Focus Photography Club 

Many photographers love the Autumn 

months. The colours on a country 

drive in October are spectacular. 

As we move into November, the 

ground beneath the trees turns into a 

colourful carpet that will, over the 

winter, decay and nourish the new 

growth when spring awakens. There 

is no bad time of the year to have 

your camera at the ready. 

Our September theme was feet, 

which can include the wide variety of 

shoes, socks and stockings that cover 

them. The results are now hanging 

for your viewing pleasure in the Evergreen 

Restaurant. Capturing these 

feet was a great feat for our photography 

club members. Our September 

field trip took us to the African Lion 

Safari. Many of the photographs 

from this adventure are preserved on 

our web site at https:/ 

intofocus.smugmug.com/Theme-ofthe-Month. 

We are a friendly group of amateur 

photographers with equipment ranging 

from mobile phones and point 

and shoot cameras to fancy DSLR 

models. We share a common interest 

in photography as a hobby and we 

learn from each other. New members 

are always welcome. 

If you are interested in joining, 

contact Jean McClelland by e-mail: 

jeanmcclelland@rogers.com. 

Pickleball 

Pickleball is a sport in which four 

players use solid paddles made of 

wood or composite materials to hit a 

perforated polymer ball over a net. 

The sport shares features of other 

racquet sports: the dimensions and 

layout of a badminton court and a net 

and rules similar to tennis, with a few 

modifications. 


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I welcome the opportunity to assist you with your legal needs. 

105 Silvercreek Pkwy. N., Guelph 

519-837-2100 fvaleriote@svlaw.ca 

Helping families to buy and sell since 2007. 

Contact Jackie to enquire about Riverside Residence on the 

Park — We have a waing list, so call today. 

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Wellington Foot Clinic 

Professional Footcare & Custom Foot Orthotics 

Jessica K. Mann 

Registered Chiropodist / Foot Specialist 

Professional, Safe Treatment of a Variety of Foot Conditions 

- Nail Disorders, Corns, Callus, Warts, Ingrown Toenails & much more 

- Custom Foot Orthotics 

- Covered by most extended health insurance providers 

- No referral needed!!! Free parking 

- Morning, Evening and Saturday Appointments Available 

3 – 245 Edinburgh Rd S. (enter off Municipal or Edinburgh) 

519‐546‐3737 wellfoot@outlook.com 


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This sport is for people of all ages 

who are looking for some fun, laughter, 

socialization and exercise. It’s 

easy to learn, but can be challenging 

for those with a competitive nature. 

All levels of skill invited. Pickleball 

equipment is provided. 

Scrabble 

Our Scrabble group meets Thursdays 

from 1:00 to 3:45 pm at the tables in 

the Evergreen Hallway near the Library. 

Cost is $1.00 per visit. We 

play relaxed but challenging games 

using the Scrabble Dictionary 5 th 

Edition as our reference. Skill levels 

range from beginner to advanced. 

Come play at whatever table you 

wish. Enjoy a laugh, score a Bingo if 

you can, and learn a new word or two 

with other word lovers! 

Shuffleboard 

Come on out and join our group. Enjoy 

some gentle exercise, friendship 

and fun. Membership is available to 

all paid-up GWSA members for a 

$10 fee every six months. You also 

have the option of paying $1.00 per 

game. Register the first time you 

play. Beginners are welcome and 

instruction is available. The group 

plays Tuesdays and Wednesdays 

from 1:30 to 3 p.m. 

Silvertones 

The Silvertones Choir, formed nearly 

40 years ago, now boasts over 50 

members. This mixed group of older 

adults share their love of singing - 

songs old and new. They also love to 

entertain with their singing and to 

spread cheer. 

The choir has returned from its 

summer break and is hard at work 

with lots of new music. 

Performances this season will include 

The Day Before on Friday, November 

9, and the Christmas Variety 

Show with an entirely new repertoire 

of music. 

More next month. 

For more information about joining 

the choir, please call Arlene McEllistrum 

at 519-821-4332. 

Skiing 

It costs $10.00 plus HST to join the 

Everwhite Ski Club. You register and 


pay for the Downhill Ski Club at the 

front desk of the Evergreen Centre. It 

helps to own a 5-7 Pass purchased 

from Blue Mountain well before the 

start of the 2019 ski season. Every 

Monday, we carpool by meeting at 

the lower Evergreen Parking Lot by 

the Enabling Garden at 8:00 am, 

drive to Blue Mountain, and return to 

Guelph by 6:00 pm. 

Contact Cathy Densmore 519-822- 

2220 for Ski Club information. 

Evergreen Snooker Club 

The Evergreen Snooker Club is composed 

of a group of active, friendly 

players with skill levels covering the 

full spectrum from learner/beginner 

to accomplished player. If you are 

interested in learning the game, or 

have played in the past and want to 

get back into it, please drop by the 

Snooker Room. You will be assured 

a warm welcome and a place to try 

your hand at one of our three tables. 

The Snooker Room is open weekdays 

between 9:00 am and 4:00 pm 

and any other time the Evergreen 

Centre may be open. 

The primary focus of the club is to 

have fun, build friendships and socialize. 

Your snooker skill level is 

irrelevant so don’t feel intimidated if 

you are a beginner. Prospective 

members may visit the club room up 

to three times without charge to help 

with their decision on whether to 

join. While most of the current members 

are men, there is a small group 

of women who play regularly 

(typically on Tuesday mornings), so 

ladies, don’t be shy to give it a try. 

Membership is available to all 

paid-up members of the GWSA on 

payment of the prescribed annual 

snooker activity fee. The current fee 

of $70 (plus tax) buys you access to 

the Snooker Room anytime it is open 

and all the snooker you care to play. 

Texas Hold ’Em 

Why not come out and have fun with 

us? We are averaging about 16 players 

a week and are situated in the 

Dining Room. 

We charge $1.50 per week and 

pretty well all of that goes back to 

the GWSA. We play from 6:30 to 

8:30 pm. 

Each player starts off with $500 in 

real casino chips and, as we do not 

play for money, we work on a point 

system; the one with the most points 

each week is the winner. We play 

until there is only one player left or 

8:30 pm comes, whichever comes 

first. 

We will gladly teach anyone who 

is interested in playing. Just follow 

the laughter to find us. 

We have about six ladies playing 

at present and would always welcome 

more. We do not want to become 

a men’s club! Remember, you 

have to be a member of GWSA to 

play. 

Walking Club 

We are continuing to have an enjoyable 

walking season with some lovely 

weather. We have walked in Silvercreek 

Park, Laurel Creek Park in Waterloo, 

Shade's Mill Conservation 

Area and the Spurline Trail, as well 

as the walk from the covered bridge 

in Guelph. We have a few more 

walks planned for the Fall and will 

be winding up our regular walking 

season with a Pot Luck supper on 

Thursday, October 25, at 4:30 p.m. 

in Room 4 at the Evergreen Centre. 

Remember to mark this date on your 

calendar. Call Brenda at 519-836- 

8366 for details of the Pot Luck Supper 

if you have not been able to come 

out to recent walks. 

Watercolour Painters Club 

The Evergreen Watercolour Painters 

Club provides an opportunity for watercolour 

painters to practise their 

hobby along with others sharing the 

same interest, while encouraging one 

another and receiving information, 

ideas and inspiration. While we do 

not offer classes or lessons, we welcome 

accomplished watercolour 

painters. There is a small annual 

membership fee and membership 

with the GWSA is required. We meet 

on the 1st and 5th Wednesday from 

12:30 to 4:00 pm and 3rd Wednesday 

from 9:30 a.m. - 4:00 pm in Room 2.

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There are 3 parking spots behind the 

flower beds directly opposite the 

Evergreen entrance. If you park here, 

would you be kind enough to back up just 

a short distance so people can walk in front 

of your vehicle to cross at the narrow spot 

instead of walking through the flowers. 

Thank you. 

Carol & Doug Ferrier 

671 Woolwich St., Apt. 109, Guelph 

Cordially Invite All to Join Them 

In Celebrating Their 

50th Wedding Anniversary 

October 6, 2018 

at the Evergreen Seniors Centre 

Room 4 

Between 2 and 4 pm 

Best Wishes Only 


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Clubs and Drop-In Activities OCTOBER 2018 

R Register W West End Community Centre P Riverside Park Picnic Shelter 

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday 

1 

9:30-11:45a Line Dancing 

12:30-4p Quilting 

1-2p Feel Better Move Well 

1-3p Computer Mentoring 

1-3:30p Monday Euchre 

1-4p Badminton W 

3:15-6:30p Table Tennis 

6:30-9:15p Bid Euchre 

2 

9a-12p Pickleball 

10a-12p Education Series 

12-4p Pickleball W 

12:30-4p Cribbage 

1-3:30p Mah Jong 

1-4p West End Arts W 

1:15-3:15p Shuffleboard 

1:30-3:30p Dominoes 

6:30-8:30p Texas Hold’Em 

6:30-9:30p Art Studio in 2 

7-9:30p Badminton 

7-9:30p Bridge 

7-9:30p Snooker 

3 

8:30a TRIP BOOKING 

9-11:30a Computer Free Time 

9a-12:45p Table Tennis 

9:15a-12p Bunka 

10a Food Demo 

10a-12p Darts 

12:30-4p Watercolours 

1-3:30p Badminton W 

1-4p Canasta 


2-3:30p Hearing Improvement 

4 

9a-12p Badminton 

9a-12p Outreach 

9:30a-12:30p Walking Club 

12-4p West Hills Arts W 

1-2p Feel Better Move Well W 

1-3p Line Dancing 


1-4p Bid Euchre 

1-4p Scrabble 

2:15-5p Pickleball W 

5 

8:30a-1:15p Crafts 

9-11:30a Improving Bridge 

9a-12p Chess 

9a-12p Diabetes Clinic 

10a-12p Darts 

10a-12:30p Badminton 

12:45-3p Silvertones 

12:45-4p Pickleball 

1-3p Computer Free Time 

1-4p Friday Euchre 

1-4p Table Tennis W 

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CLOSED 

THANKSGIVING 

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8:30a-12p Arthritis Service 

9-10a Diabetes Support 











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10a Food Demo 

10a-12p Darts 

12:30-4p Art Studio in 2 

1-4p Canasta 


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1-3:30p Writer’s Club 


1-4p Scrabble 


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9a-12p Chess 


10a-12p Darts 






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12:15-3:30p Bridge W 


1-2p Feel Better Move Well 


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9a-4p Watercolours 


10a-12p Darts 

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9a-12p Chess 


10a-12p Darts 


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12:15-3:30p Bridge W 







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12:15-3:30p Bridge W 





2:30-5p Photography Club 











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8:30a-12p Arthritis Service 













1-4p Canasta 


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10a-12:15p Darts 

12:30-4p Art Studio in 2 


1-4p Canasta 


1:30-4p Wednesday Euchre 

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10a Food Demo 

10a-12p Darts 

12:30-4p Watercolours 


1-4p Canasta 




1-4p Scrabble 


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1-3:30p Writers Club 


1-4p Scrabble 

Everyday Activities 

Snooker—9a-4p 

Book Nook— Mon-Fri – 

9a-4p 

Aquatic Arthritic Relief 

(West End Community 

Centre) (519-837-5657) 




1-2:20p Book Club 2 



1-4p Table Tennis W 

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9a-12p Chess 


10a-12p Darts 


10:30a-12p Food Tasting 


1-2:30p Book Club 


1-3:30p Halloween Dance 


Weekend Activities 

Saturday 

9a-12p Table Tennis, 

Oct. 6, 13, 27 

10a-12p Darts, Oct. 6, 13, 

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Sunday 

1:15-3:15p Badminton, 

Oct. 7, 28 


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Order a Garden Fresh Box of fruit and vegetables. Please pay (in advance) 

for your next order when you pick up your current order on the 

3 rd Wednesday of each month from 12:00 - 2:00 pm in the Evergreen Foyer. 

Small box of vegetables and fruit—$15.00 

Large box of vegetables and fruit—$20.00 

The Garden Fresh attempts to provide as locally fresh grown produce as possible. 

Solutions on pg. 36 


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SPECIAL BIRTHDAYS 

OF NOTE 

“Our Young Seniors” 

‘We’re not over the hill; we’re just gaining 

speed!’ 

Monico, Paula - Sept. 4 (76) 

Dennis, Shirley - Sept. 11 (91) 

Fairfull, Fran - Oct. 17 (88) 

SPECIAL WEDDING 

ANNIVERSARIES 

Smith, Fred and Brenda - Oct 12, 1963 

(55 years) 

Paxman, Len and Pat - Oct 19, 1946 

(72 years) 

If you have a birthday or anniversary that 

you would like to include in the Sentinel, 

please let us know the month before. 

“Passages” 

We would like to convey our condolences 

To Association Members and their Families 

Wood, Muriel Alice, passed away on Tuesday, August 

21, 2018 at the age of 92. She enjoyed attending 

many art classes at the Evergreen. 


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RECREATION & LEISURE PROGRAMS for SENIORS 55+ 

held at the Evergreen Seniors Community Centre 

unless otherwise indicated — call 519-823-1291. 

Your Community Guide is available at the Centre and online at www.guelph.ca. 

PLEASE REGISTER EARLY SO YOUR COURSE DOESN’T GET CANCELLED 

DUE TO LATE OR LOW REGISTRATION. (Fees do not include HST.) 

FITNESS AND HEALTH 

Ballroom Dancing 

Get up off the couch and come out 

and have some fun! In no time at all 

you will be moving and grooving to 

jive, waltz, cha cha, merengue, 

quickstep, bachata and foxtrot music. 

Couples and singles welcome. 

Class length: 45 mins Classes:14 

Fee: $93.80 Members, 

$108.80 Non-Members 

Wed Sep 19, 10:30 a.m. 

Code: 215882 

Beginner Jazz 

Try out our new beginner adult jazz 

class; no dance experience needed. 

Classes start with a warm up, followed 

by learning basic steps and 

putting them together in combinations. 

Class length: 60 mins Classes:13 

Location: Victoria Road Rec 

Centre 



Mon Sep 17, 2 p.m. Code: 215884 

No class: Oct. 8 

Cardio Dance 

This innovative, fun and exciting 

dance fitness class is guaranteed to 

get you moving into shape. This safe 

and effective total body workout is 

specifically designed for beginners 

and seniors. 

Class length: 60 mins Classes: 14 



Tue Sep 18, 2 p.m. Code: 215885 

Celtic Dance and Beyond 

Enjoy and learn the dances of the 

Celtic nations of Ireland, Scotland, 

Wales and Brittany. Also experience 

the dances of other countries which 

have been influenced by the Celtic 

music, rhythms and dances. This is a 


low-impact activity. No partners are 

required. 




Thu Sep 20, 9:45 a.m. Code: 215886 

Chair Yoga 

Chair yoga offers the same benefits 

as other yoga practices, such as increased 

flexibility, strengthening, 

proper breathing and increasing 

range of motion in the joints. Simply 

use a chair to assist with postures! 

Chair yoga is for everyone and 

especially those who may have 

limited mobility and/or are unable to 

get up and down on a yoga mat. 

Postures can be modified to meet 

students’ needs. Please bring your 

own yoga mat to class to be placed 

under your chair. 




Mon Sep 17, 1 p.m. Code: 215888 

No class: Oct 8, 22 




Wed Sep 19, 9:15 a.m. 

Code: 215887 



Centre 



Thu Sep 20, 2 p.m. Code: 215889 

Gentle Yoga 

This program is open to everyone. 

We will explore this centuries old 

discipline which brings health and 

vitality to the body, peace to the 

mind and joy to the spirit. Ability to 

move from standing to lying on the 

floor needed. 




Fri Sep 21, 10:30 a.m. 

Code: 215931 

No class: Oct 12 


Centre 



Tue Sep 18, 2 p.m. Code: 215933 

Pilates 

Achieve better posture, balance, 

core strength and everyday movement 

through the exercises of 

Joseph Pilates. Pilates can benefit 

everyone and offers a refreshing 

change from the traditional types of 

exercise. Please bring a mat to the 

program. 




Wed Sep 19, 1:30 p.m. 

Code: 215954 

Qi Gong 1 (Chi Kung) 

This class is a Chinese blend of exercise, 

stretching and meditation. 

The program focuses on ‘Eighteen 

Postures for Daily Practice,’ a Qi 

Gong set that integrates East and 

West in a series of gentle exercises 

designed to maintain and enhance 

health. Adapting classical Qi Gong 

forms, this style incorporates therapeutic 

exercise, self-massage and 

meditation. Qi Gong 1 class focuses 

on the core routines. 




Mon Sep 17, 10:30 a.m. 

Code: 215955 




Centre 



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Assessment 

Callous and Corn Treatment 

Nail Trimming 

Fungal Nail Treatment 

Gi 

Cerficates 

Available 


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Wed Sep 19, 6:15 p.m. 

Code: 215956 

Fri Sep 21, 1 p.m. Code: 215957 

Qi Gong 2 (Chi Kung) 

This class is a Chinese blend of exercise, 

stretching and meditation. 

The classes focus on ‘Eighteen Postures 

for Daily Practice,’ a Qi Gong 

set that integrates East and West in a 

series of gentle exercises designed 

to maintain and enhance health. 

Adapting classical Qi Gong forms, 

this style incorporates therapeutic 

exercise, self-massage and meditation. 

Qi Gong 2 class explores variations, 

including qigong walking. 




Thu Sep 20, 11 a.m. Code: 215958 

Strength and Balance 

This beginner class will focus on fall 

prevention, whole body movements 

and balance. It is designed to improve 

general mobility and overall 

strength to make everyday tasks 

easier. You can expect to see improvement 

in posture. The class 

presents an excellent opportunity for 

beginners to start exercising with an 

aerobic, strength and flexibility 

component. 




Wed Sep 19, 12:15 p.m. Code: 215961 

Strength and Cardio Level 1 

The beginner strength training class 

focuses on functional exercises that 

include balance, flexibility and cardiovascular 

movements. Exercises 

are performed both sitting and 

standing. Hand weights are used for 

strengthening and toning muscles. 

Join us to keep your body fit! 



Centre 



Mon Sep 17, 9:30 a.m. 

Code: 215962 






Wed Sep 19, 9:30 a.m. 

Code: 215963 


The intermediate/advanced strength 

training class focuses on a low impact 

cardio warmup. This class performs 

functional exercises that include 

balance, flexibility and cardiovascular 

movements. Exercises are 

performed sitting and standing. A 

variety of equipment is used 

throughout the classes, which may 

include bands, stability balls and 

weights of your choice. Join us to 

keep your body fit! 




Mon Sep 17, 9 a.m. Code: 215964 





Fri Sep 21, 9 a.m. Code: 215965 



Come and challenge your fitness 

level in the advanced strength training 

class. Focusing on a low impact 

cardio warmup, this class performs 

functional exercises that include balance, 

flexibility and cardiovascular 

movements. A variety of equipment 

is used throughout the classes which 

may include bands, stability balls 

and weights of your choice. Join us 

to keep your body fit! 




Mon Sep 17, 8 a.m. Code: 215966 




Fri Sep 21, 8 a.m. Classes: 14 

Code: 215967 

Stretch and Strengthen 

Come and learn body awareness 

through core strengthening, muscle 

toning and stretching. You will see 

improvements in your posture and 

fitness abilities. This entry-level 

fitness class will prepare to take 

your fitness to the next level. 




Tue Sep 18, 8:45 a.m. Code: 215969 

Thu Sep 20, 8:45 a.m. Code: 215968 

*NEW* Swimming Essentials for 

Seniors – Level 1 

You’re never too old to learn how to 

swim! This program has been developed 

for seniors to gain confidence 

in and around water by learning 

basic swimming skills. Assistance is 

provided whenever necessary while 

participants work toward the goal of 

complete independence in the water. 


Location: Centennial Pool 

Fee: $80 

Mon Oct 1, 10 a.m. Code: 217474 


*NEW* Swimming Essentials for 

Seniors – Level 2 

Looking to improve your swimming 

technique? This program has been 

developed for seniors to increase 

endurance and advance strokes. You 

will be provided with individual 

feedback and swim workouts to 

meet your goals. 


Location: Centennial Pool 

Fee: $80 

Wed Oct 3, 10 a.m. Code: 217475 

Tai Chi – All Levels 

Continue to learn the complete sequence 

of Tai Chi Ch’uan moves. 

This program is suitable for anyone 

who has completed Tai Chi Beginner 

or has had previous experience 

with a similar style of Tai Chi. 




Tue Sep 18, 9:45 a.m. Code: 215970 

Tai Chi Chih 

Are you having problems with blood 

pressure, balance or flexibility? Tai 

Chi Chih can help. You will learn 19 

gentle movements that are rooted 

from one posture. These actions are 

designed to have the same benefits 


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1 & 2 Bedroom Units for Rent at 671 Woolwich Street, Guelph 

• Clean & quiet seniors building next to the senior centre 

• High rise building with elevator access 

• Walking distance to Wal‐Mart plaza and other amenies 

• Ensuite bathrooms available 

• On site laundry 

• Heat, Hydro & Parking included 

For viewings and more informaon call Michel at: 519‐400‐0297 

INTERIOR PAINTING 

… the third generation 

519-821-4189 


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as Tai Chi. Classes are for all fitness 

levels and can be done seated or 

standing. This relaxing practice improves 

your balance, flexibility, 

mindfulness, and leads to better allround 

health. Regular participation 

results in improved body strength, 

better sleep and weight loss. 



Centre 



Wed Sep 19, 2 p.m. Code: 215971 

Total Body Conditioning 

This total body conditioning class 

will challenge the active 55+ individual. 

A cardio warm up will prepare 

you for a resistance training, 

balance, flexibility, core strength 

and floor workout. The benefits of 

regular exercise consisting of these 

major components will improve 

your mental, physical and emotional 

health, increase your energy level to 

be able to carry out daily tasks and 

reduce your chances of osteoporosis. 




Wed Sep 19, 8 a.m. Code: 215972 

COMPUTERS & 

TECHNOLOGY 

Computers – Android Tablets and 

Smartphones 

During this private lesson, the instructor 

will assist you with any 

problems or concerns you have with 

your tablet or smartphone! Please 

bring your tablet or smartphone to 

the class. 




Mon Nov 26, 9:30 a.m. 

Code: 215891 

Mon Nov 26, 10:30 a.m. 

Code: 215893 

Mon Nov 26, 11:30 a.m. 

Code: 215892 

Computers - Let’s Get Started 

This entry level course is for those 

who would like to try computing at 

its most basic level. Your instructor 

will give hands-on experience while 

learning at your own speed. 

Class length: 2 hours Classes: 4 



Tue Sep 25, 1 p.m. Code: 215899 

Computer Maintenance and Peak 

Performance 

Is your computer running slow? Got 

a lot of ‘garbage’ on your computer? 

Need to understand antivirus software? 

You can use your existing 

Windows software to clean that up 

and get peak performance to keep 

your computer running smoothly. 




Tues Nov 13, 1 p.m. Code: 215900 

Computer Mentoring 

Just about everyone with a computer 

runs into problems! Don’t struggle 

when there is help available at these 

weekly mentoring sessions. Volunteers 

from the GWSA Computer 

Club are available to assist you with 

your specific problem areas. 




See the box at the bottom of this 

page for dates and codes. 

Computers – Skype 

Learn how to set up Skype, add your 

contacts and make your first call. 

Learn how to change your settings 

to private, block or unblock contacts, 

and view your history. Communicate 

between computers. Talk 

to anyone on Skype, anywhere in 

the world, for free with a Skype-to- 

Skype call. 




Wed Nov 21, 1 p.m. Code: 215916 

Computers – Smartphone 

Looking to purchase a smartphone? 

This course will walk you through 

options for cell phone plans, what 

types of phones are available, and 

discuss your cell phone needs. 




Mon Nov 5, 10 a.m. Code: 215917 

Computers – iPad 

This course is to help the new Apple 


COMPUTER MENTORING 

All computer mentoring sessions are held on Monday afternoons from 1-3 pm for $3.00 for Members 

and $5.00 for Non-Members. 

Participants pay in advance at the registration desk. 

** The Computer Lab is open all day for member use as long as there isn’t a scheduled class using it. ** 

Computer Free Time: 

Every Wednesday morning 

from 9:30-11:30 am, 

and Friday afternoon 

from 1:00-3:00 pm, 

open to all members of the 

GWSA 

free of charge. 

DATE CODE DATE CODE 

Oct 1 215912 Oct 29 215903 

Oct 15 215914 Nov 5 215913 

Oct 22 215901 Nov 12 215904 

DATE 

Nov. 19 

Nov 26 

Dec 3 

CODE 

215905 

215906 

215907 


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$25.00 discount coupon 

with this ad 

Please call 519-821-6683 


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iPad user navigate through the functions 

of this type of computer tablet. 

Please bring your iPad to class so 

you are ready to get started. 


Fee: $30 Members, 

$40 Non-Members 

Mon Dec 3, 10 a.m. Code: 215918 

Computers – File Management 

Thought file management was just 

for paper files? Think again! It’s just 

as important to keep the files on 

your computer organized and up to 

date. Just as with paper files, the 

goal of computer file management is 

to ensure that you can find what 

you’re looking for, even if you’re 

looking for it years after its creation. 

This file management workshop will 

help you keep your files organized 

and accessible. 




Tue Oct 30, 1 p.m. Code: 215897 

Computers - Email Basics 

Are you new to email and want to 

learn how to better communicate 

with friends, family and even businesses? 

Do you want to learn how to 

better use your current email service? 

This workshop will teach you 

how to use an internet-based email 

service (Yahoo! Mail) to send and 

receive messages, attach documents 

and photos, as well as identifying 

and avoiding email viruses. If you 

already have an email account, bring 

your login and password, as there 

will be time to practise and to have 

your questions answered. To get the 

most out of this session, you should 

know how to use a mouse. 




Fri Oct 12, 9:30 a.m. Code: 215895 

Computers - Internet Basics 

Are you new to the internet and 

want to learn more about going 

online? Would you like to better understand 

internet jargon? Has using 

an Internet browser left you frustrated 

and confused? This workshop 


will guide you through the internet 

basics, including how to use a 

browser, navigate websites and use a 

search engine, as well as understanding 

internet jargon. This session 

will also help you to identify 

Internet threats and stay safe when 

online. To get the most out of this 

session, you should already know 

how to use a mouse. 




Fri Nov 16, 9:30 a.m. Code: 215898 

Computers - Facebook 

Facebook is a social media website 

that allows you to connect with 

friends, family and even businesses. 

This workshop will teach you about 

social networking using Facebook. 

You will learn about key features 

including how to log on, navigate 

the website, find friends and family, 

edit your online profile, as well as 

managing your privacy settings. You 

will learn about advanced features 

including messages and chat, creating 

photo albums, joining groups, 

user lists, and using the App Centre. 

This session will allow for practice 

time and an opportunity to ask your 

questions. 

To get the most out of this session, 

you should already have a Facebook 

account set up. 




Fri Nov 2, 9:30 a.m. Code: 215896 

Microsoft Office Word 

With Microsoft Word, you can create 

fantastic cards, flyers, meeting 

minutes, newsletters - basically, any 

kind of document. It’s not just for 

typing letters anymore! Come learn 

the basics of this fabulous program 

and how templates can give you a 

head start on all your projects. This 

is for Windows. 




Fri Oct 5, 9 a.m. Code: 215915 

GENERAL INTEREST 

Thanksgiving Dinner 

Thursday, October 4 - 11:30 am 

seating and 12:30 pm seating; $15 

+ HST; turkey dinner with all the 

trimmings! Take-out is available. 

Community Craft Sale 

Evergreen opens its doors for a 

Community Craft Sale. Be one of 

many craft vendors at this seasonal 

and festive event. New or homemade/handmade 

items only, no rummage 

sale items please. To reserve 

your table, call 519-823-1291. 

Date: Sat November 17 

Time: 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. 

Fee: $20/1 table, $35/2 tables, 

$45/3 tables, $55/4 tables + HST 

Set up: Fri. Nov 16, 4:30-6 p.m. 

and/or Sat. Nov 17, 8:30-9:30 a.m. 

Cooking - A Taste of Italy 

Come and enjoy a taste of Italy. 

Learn how to cook an Italian dinner 

which includes antipasto, soup and 

pasta. Please bring containers for 

any possible leftovers and a water 

bottle. 

Class length: 2.5 hours Classes: 1 



Tue Nov 6, 6:30 p.m. Code: 215920 

Winter Driving Information 

Session 

This free session will cover the winter 

driving conditions (roadways and 

surfaces), snow removal criteria for 

the province, how to prepare your 

vehicle for winter driving, personally 

preparing for a longer winter 

drive, what to do in a skid and what 

to do if you get stuck or stranded. 


Fee: No cost 

Tue Oct 30, 10:30 a.m. 

Code: 215937 

Driving Information Session 

This free session will cover the driver’s 

licence renewal process. Topics 

include: what you can expect when 

you turn 80 years old, aging and 

driving, how aging factors can affect 


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your ability to drive safely, warning 

signs, traffic roundabouts, and when 

is it time to hang up the keys. There 

must be 15 people registered for the 

course to run. 


Fee: No cost 

Tue Oct 30, 9:30 a.m. Code: 215938 

Travel Insurance and More 

Have you ever thought, “I wish I 

had known that about my travel insurance 

before I went on vacation.” 

Or maybe you’ve bought insurance 

without really knowing what you 

are covered for? Have you ever 

wondered how you would cover inhome 

nursing if required, or assistance 

to make meals? Many people 

believe OHIP or employee benefits 

plans will cover our long term care 

costs. This informative session will 

educate you on what you need to 

know when purchasing travel insurance 

and the unforeseen costs that 

can be covered by long term care 

insurance. 




Thu Nov 1, 10 a.m. Code: 215941 

Financial Insurance - Cash Flow 

Planning for Retirement 

Do you feel like you are making 

great retirement income but you 

don’t know where it all goes? Do 

you feel like you could do so much 

more with your money if you only 

knew how? Do you want more life 

from the money you already have? 

If your financial plan doesn’t include 

a written cash flow plan, you 

may be missing the most important 

step. Please join us to learn how to 

get more out of your money. 




Thu Oct 18, 10 a.m. Code: 215939 

Peer Learning - Current Events 

This subject is back again, and there 

are plenty of issues to discuss! Participants 

will look into the background 

of current topics from politics, 

economics, business, crime, the 

environment, science, technology, 

the arts, sports or anything else the 

group decides. Items could be local, 

national, or international. Come and 

share your views. 




Mon Sep 17, 9:30 a.m. 

Code: 215944 No class: Sept 24 

Peer Learning - Historical 

Blunders 

Hitler told his generals that the conquest 

of the Soviet Union would be 

easy. This is one of the countless 

blunders that have been made in 

history. Join us as we choose some 

of these blunders and discuss them. 




Tue Sep 18, 1:30 p.m. 


Peer Learning - The Changing 

World of Agriculture 

The application of biotechnology 

has achieved a remarkable increase 

in contemporary agricultural 

productivity, both domestically and 

globally. To what extent are these 

achievements sustainable and desirable? 

Join us for a lively discussion. 




Thu Sep 20, 9:30 a.m. 


Photography - Camera Basics 

This course looks at the most common 

features found on digital 

cameras. Topics include using the 

camera’s menus and modes to take 

better pictures, downloading 

pictures onto your computer, and 

organizing them into folders and 

albums. 



Centre 



Tue Oct 2, 6 p.m. Code: 215947 

Piano Lessons 

Have you always wanted to learn 

piano? Haven’t played for a while 

and would like some instruction? 

All levels of learners are welcome. 




Wed Sep 19, noon Code: 215953 

Wed Sep 19, 12:30 p.m. 

Code: 215951 

Wed Sep 19, 1:15 p.m. 

Code: 215948 

Wed Sep 19, 1:45 p.m. 

Code: 215949 

Wed Sep 19, 2:30 p.m. 

Code: 215952 

Wed Sep 19, 3:00 p.m. 

Code: 215950 

Publish a Photo Book 

Publishing your first photo book is 

less complicated than you think. 

Learn about the tools and sites 

available for publishing a full colour, 

hardcover photo book of your 

personal photos and then order additional 

copies for the whole family. 

Modern day publishing is easy and 

affordable. 




Wed Oct 17, 6 p.m. Code: 217537 

VISUAL AND CREATIVE ARTS 

Acrylic Painting 

Join us for informative lessons in 

painting with acrylics. Stroke types, 

techniques and form will be the 

focus of this hands-on class. Be 

inspired, have an open mind and 

create your masterpiece with this 

form of art. 




Thu Sep 20, 9 a.m. Code: 215874 

No class: Oct 4, Nov 1 

Calligraphy - Gothic Blackletter 

Suitable for beginners or anyone 

wanting to refresh their skills. This 

technical hand requires patience and 

practice, but does not use pressure 

and release or pen manipulation. 

Get to know the basic tools and letterforms 

through demonstrations 



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A VIEW FROM THE BOOK NOOK 

Chris Fraser 

The Book Nook — 

“A Lending Library” 

We are open Monday to 

Friday 9:00 am - 4:00 pm 

* * * * 

I hope you are enjoying the Fall colours, 

but now have time to sit down 

with a good book. 

This book I read is called “Look for 

Me” by Lisa Gardner. A family in 

Boston are suddenly all murdered in 

their own home; however, the teenage 

daughter, Roxanna, is nowhere to be 

found. 

Witnesses saw her walking her two 

dogs prior to the shooting, so did she 

luckily escape the carnage or is she 

somehow responsible. Another survivor 

of an abduction, Flora Dane, has 

formed a survivor’s group online and 

is hoping she will hear from the missing 

teenager. 

Flora has begun helping to find victims 

and eventually talks to Detective 

D.D. Warren, who at first does not 

want to talk to a girl with obvious 

problems. However, she realizes that 

Flora can talk to people that the detective 

cannot, if they are afraid of talking 

to the police. 

Flora enlists the help of another survivor, 

Sarah, and together they try to 

find Roxanna. Flora believes she is 

hiding somewhere because she is 

afraid and does not believe she could 

have killed her entire family. 

Detective Warren finds out about 

the family’s troubled past, and what 

Roxanna and her sister Lola went 

through while in foster care, which 

may be a motive for Roxanna to kill 

her family. 

Flora, however, believes Roxanna 

is in real danger and convinces Detective 

Warren that she is innocent and 

they need to find her before she, too, 

is harmed. 

There are many different people 

who could have murdered this family 

for revenge, so Detective Warren and 

Flora team up to find the killer, but 

first they must find Roxanna. 

This is a book you cannot put down. 

There are so many clues uncovered 

and suspects in this murder, you will 

want to find out who the killer really 

is. 

I hope you enjoy this book as much 

as I did. 

Happy Reading, 

Your bookworm and Librarian, 

Chris Fraser 

EVERGREEN MARKET 

‘For Sale’ ads will be left in for 3 issues from first insertion 

(i.e., in Sept. issue - removed from Dec. issue), 

if you wish it to remain in longer, please contact The 

Sentinel office and/or leave us a message. If your item 

sells, please let us know so that we can remove it. NO 

‘Accommodation’ or ‘Vehicle’ ads will be included in 

the Evergreen Market. Such ads will be treated as advertising 

inserted within these pages at the current 

Sentinel advertising rates plus HST. 

Thank you, Sentinel Administrator. 

ARTICLES FOR SALE 

Keurig Coffee Machine 

Keurig coffee machine for sale. Asking $24 or best offer. 

Call 519-570-0216. 

Scooter 

Pegasus scooter, gently used. Asking $1,500. Call 519- 

823-5024. 

Guitar & Electric Fireplace 

Guitar with one string missing, asking $150. Electric fireplace, 

asking $200. Call 519-265-1167. 

Lady’s Leather Jacket 

Black leather lady’s jacket. Zip-out lining, size medium. 

New. $25. Call 519-821-1512. 

Sewing Machine & Serger 

Brother sewing and embroidery machine with embroidery 

thread and 10 embroidery cards. Asking $200. Serger, 

White Speedylock Model 1600, never been used. Asking 

$200. Call 519-824-9828. 

Ladies’ Golf Clubs 

Ladies’ golf clubs with cart and bag. Several VHS tapes 

—classic Laurel & Hardy. Fun for your grandkids or great 

grandkids. Call 519-822-8683. 

WANTED 

Muppet VHS Tapes 

If you have any Muppet or Fraggle VHS tapes that you 

would like to sell, call 519-823-8665. 

Folding Chairs & Scythe 

Wanted - 4 folding aluminum web and vinyl tubing 

chairs, and a long-handled scythe-type cutting tool for 

weeds and underbrush to be used in the bush. No battery 

or electricity option. Older type that requires no bending. 

Call Diane at 519-767-1841. 

Free advertising for GWSA members ONLY. 

PLEASE REMEMBER TO INCLUDE YOUR NAME AND 

PHONE NUMBER WITH YOUR ITEM(S). 

PLEASE CHECK THE ‘LOST & FOUND’ AT THE 

FRONT DESK FOR LOST OR MISPLACED KEYS, 

GLASSES, OR OTHER ITEMS. 


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and fun calligraphic projects. 




Tue Oct 16, 1 p.m. Code: 217540 

No class: Nov 6, 27 

Fundamentals of Drawing 

This course is ideal for the beginner, 

or those who may be taking other 

painting courses and need a 

refresher course to hone their skills. 

Participants will be introduced to 

exercises in drawing from observation 

and the creation of threedimensional 

effects through the use 

of light and shade and perspective. 

Tips and techniques for drawing 

accurately will be introduced with 

still life and people as the main subject 

matter for this course. Materials 

for this course will be discussed in 

the first lesson. 




Tue Sep 18, 10:15 a.m. 

Code: 215877 

Beginner Pastels 

Let’s go back to childhood when we 

painted with our fingers! This 

course will introduce an amazing 

medium - chalk pastel. We learn 

about supplies - different types of 

pastels, paper surfaces and additional 

tools. We start from the basics of 

pastel painting and study the many 

ways to apply the pastels. Using 

colour theory and refreshing tone 

drawing skills, we paint simple 

objects and scenes. 




Thur Sep 20, 1:00 p.m. 

Code: 215875 

Portrait Drawing and Painting 

This class is structured to develop 

and nurture the student's aesthetic 

vision concerning painting portraits. 

Students will learn basic structure 

and proportions of cranial and facial 

parts of a head and the first steps in 

art of painting portrait. They will 

learn to incorporate light, shadow / 

tone and colour to bring portraits 

alive. Students will also paint their 

self-portraits. The self-portraits will 

employ subjective approach. Students 

will be encouraged to value 

not only resemblance, but also an 

expressive content. The class is 

open to both methods: working 

from a model and photographs. 


Location: West End Community 

Centre 



Wed Sep 26, 1 p.m. Code: 215878 

Pottery Workshop for Seniors 

Get yourself familiar with clay, the 

potter’s wheel and glazing, through 

various hand-building and wheelthrown 

projects. You will work at 

your own pace with instruction and 

guidance to help create decorative 

and useful objects. This class is for 

all levels and ability. 


Location: Guelph Community 

Pottery Centre, 14 Edinburgh Rd. S. 

Fee: $195.70 

Mon Sep 17, 1:30 p.m. 

Code: 214755 

No Class: Oct 8 

Sketching 

Sketching is a good way to learn or 

improve your drawing skills. This 

course suits all levels of students 

who want to know how to draw 

quick and accurate sketches. 

Whether you want to prepare for a 

big project or draw the world 

around us, sketching is a great way 

to express yourself. 



Centre 



Thu Sep 20, 9:30 a.m. 

Code: 217674 

Beginner Watercolours 

Discover this sensuous, translucent 

and flowing medium! Allow yourself 

to be creative, playful, spontaneous, 

messy and have fun with 

learning basic and experimental 

watercolour techniques. Enjoy practicing 

new skills in creating your 

unique landscape, still life or 

abstract pictures. 



Centre 



Tue Sep 18, 1 p.m. Code: 215881 

Watercolours 

This watercolours class is for all 

levels of painters. The instructor 

will work with participants on an 

individual basis or in small groups 

of similar interest or skill. 




Mon Sep 17, 9 a.m. Code: 15880 

No class: Oct 8, 29, Nov 5 

COMMUNITY CENTRE 

SERVICES 

Minds in Motion 

Minds in Motion® is a program that 

incorporates physical and mental 

stimulation for people living with 

early to mid-stage Alzheimer’s disease 

or other dementias, and their 

care partners. Two main components 

make up the social program: 

45 to 60 minutes of physical activity 

led by a trained physical activity 

program leader and 45 to 60 

minutes of mentally stimulating activities 

facilitated by a Minds in 

Motion® co-ordinator and volunteers. 

This program is a great opportunity 

to establish new friendships 

with others who are living the same 

experiences. Register by calling the 

Alzheimer Society 519-742-1422. 

Class length: 2 hours 

Fee: $60.00 

Wed Nov 7, 1 p.m. 

Did you know that you can 

purchase your Guelph transit 

tickets and monthly passes at the 

Evergreen Seniors Community 

Centre? Tickets are also available 

at all City recreation centres and at 

ServiceGuelph at City Hall. 


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See Puzzles on pgs. 24 & 25 


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CREMATION: $1935 +hst BURIAL: $5995 +hst 

If prearranged and prepaid by December 31, 2018 If prearranged and prepaid by December 31, 2018 

BEWARE OF THIS 

PHONE SCAM 

One of our members has passed this along to 

warn others. 

A man phoned me from Mastercard and 

Visa, said my name, address and phone 

number. He said I would not have to pay 

any interest for a year and my interest 

would only be three percent. He also said 

“I see you always pay off your Mastercard.” 

In order to get this deal I would 

have to give him my Mastercard number. 

I hung up because I thought it sounded 

like a scam. I called my bank and they 

agreed that it was a scam. 

Never give out your information over the 

phone. If the deal seems too good to be 

true, it is. 


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Avoiding TRUMPLAND 

with a Wonderful Staycation (Part 1) 

by Ross Coulter 

for camera buffs to capture the surrounding beauty. 

That a big horned sheep stepped into the scene quite 

naturally and unscripted was a wildlife bonus. 

Having suffered the impersonal, officious attitudes 

of US customs and immigration personnel on several 

previous trips to or through what I now refer to as 

“TRUMPLAND” and to express rejection of things 

American and support for all things Canadian, a 

“Staycation” was planned and enjoyed this summer. 

Having visited western Canada on several previous 

occasions, mostly for business purposes, there was a 

lot yet to see and experience, so a 10-day inclusive 

tour was booked with Senior Discovery Tours. 

The journey commenced with a 5:20 am pickup at 

home for transfer to Pearson Airport for the morning 

flight to Calgary. On arrival in Calgary, a scheduled 

half-day guided tour of the city took in the Saddle 

Dome, the Stampede site and other points of interest 

Descending the mountain and literally moving 

from top to bottom, the next visit was to the Bow 

River falls and a leisurely raft ride down the Bow 

before leaving for Banff and our first two-night hotel 

stay. Situated as it is in Banff National Park, the city 

is a great starting point for the unfolding of western 

Canada’s natural wonders and beauty. The night was 

spent in clean, comfortable quarters. 

After a hearty included breakfast, it was off on a 

day of adventure which included a gondola ride up 

Sulphur Mountain where vistas of higher mountains 

above and valleys below provided ample opportunity 

River with an experienced oarsman at the helm 

avoiding the odd patches of mild rapids as they appeared. 

Exhilarating to say the least, as we rode 

through the valley surrounded by snow-capped 

mountains. 




Awakening after our second night at the rustic Caribou 

Lodge in Banff and enjoying another included 

breakfast, it was an early departure for a second busy 

day of adventure with a visit to Lake Louise for unforgettable 

views of the emerald waters fed by Victoria 

Glacier seen in the distance. 

up revealing blue ice underneath and rushing water. 

“No Go” areas were clearly identified with signage. 

It seems the world’s largest accumulation of ice 

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Of course, an inside visit of Chateau Lake Louise 

was a must before proceeding along the Icefields 

Parkway to the Athabasca Glacier and a visit to the 

Colombia Icefield. 

south of the Arctic Circle is at risk. A visit to Athabasca 

Falls was next before heading to Jasper for a 

two-night stay. 

A day trip from Jasper took in the spectacular 

gorge of Maligne Canyon and a visit to Maligne 

Lake, the second largest glacial lake in the world. 

Naturally, one cannot be in the Jasper area without 

visiting the famed Jasper Park Lodge. 

While the massive Sno-Cats still take tourists out 

onto the Icefield, it was quite surprising to see how 

far it has receded due to global warming. Stepping 

from the Sno-Cat onto the slushy surface of the glacier 

was a real eye opener. Large chasms had opened 

A tour of the grounds and facilities included a passing 

look at the chateau rumoured to be where Harry 

and Meghan will be staying on their proposed delayed 

honeymoon. 

(This story will continue in the November issue) 


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G.W.S.A. 

BID EUCHRE TOURNAMENT 

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2018 

GAMES START AT 1:00 P.M. SHARP 

REGISTRATION AT 11:30 A.M. 

EVERGREEN SENIORS COMMUNITY CENTRE — ROOM 4 

683 Woolwich St., Guelph 

$10.00 per person 

Snacks & Refreshments Available 

REGISTRATION FORM 

Name: _______________________________ Signature: ________________________ 

Address: ___________________________________________ Postal Code: _________ 

Phone No.: ___________________________ Date: ____________________________ 

For more informaon call: Helen ‐ 519‐856‐4434 or Judy ‐ 519‐856‐9013 

Mailing address: Helen James, 5430 Fih Line, R.R. #1, Rockwood, ON N0B 2K0 


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A Food Misadventure 

by Sylvia Grant 

For the first two years of our marriage, my husband and I 

lived in different countries. I was in Canada upgrading my 

undergraduate degree and teaching. He was in the United 

States, going to school in Cleveland, Ohio. During his fourth 

and final year, I got a job teaching at Fenelon Falls Secondary 

School. Since he had a car and I didn’t, on long weekends 

and holidays, he would drive up to visit me. 

On one such weekend, we got invited to the art teacher’s 

place for dinner. Her husband was doing his PHD at the University 

of Waterloo and they too lived apart and got together 

on weekends, so we had similar living arrangements. However, 

what really excited me about the dinner invitation was 

that I was not much of a cook and I’d heard that she was 

quite good. 

On Saturday evening, my husband and I drove out to her 

apartment, which was on the second floor of an old farmhouse. 

A cloth-covered card table, elegantly set no doubt 

with wedding presents, occupied the middle of the living 

room. We started out with a plate each of artichokes which 

we peeled section by section and dipped into liquid butter 

and then ate. This was exotic for me. Artichokes were things 

I’d only read about, but not eaten. 

After this appetizer, we moved on to the main course. I 

wondered what the art teacher would serve. From the tiny 

kitchen, she brought out steaming plates of something else I 

had never made and never eaten. It was Beef Stroganoff. It 

looked delicious and we all picked up our forks and began to 

eat. It tasted as good as it looked: slices of beef, simmered 

with mushrooms, onions, tomatoes and sour cream. This was 

served over a bed of noodles. 

“Is this difficult to make?” I asked the art teacher. 

“Oh no. It’s actually quite easy,” and she went on to give a 

brief description of the process. It sounded like something I 

could manage. 

After we finished the Beef Stroganoff, we had lemon pie, 

which I had made. Pastry was something I could do because, 

for some reason, as a child, I had watched with fascination as 

my mother mixed shortening, flour and water, formed it into 

balls, then rolled it out and carefully fitted it into pie plates. 

Her pastry was always light, delicate and delicious. We ate 

my pie and everyone complimented me. The art teacher 

served coffee and we prepared for an evening of visiting and 

chatting. Since neither couple had children, and we didn’t 

have to hurry home to relieve babysitters, I was surprised 

when my husband excused himself for the washroom and 

then, after rejoining us, announced that he was quite tired 

and wanted to go home. I thought he was leaving the dinner 

party awfully early, but he had driven from Cleveland the 

night before, so I didn’t try to push him to stay longer. 

When we got into the car, he told me that he wasn’t tired, 

he was actually feeling quite ill. 

“I must have come down with stomach flu or something. I 

felt fine at the beginning of the evening but after we finished 

dessert, I started to feel nauseous and I’ve got pains in my 

stomach.” 

I felt fine so we figured it couldn’t be food poisoning. 

We drove through the countryside, back into Fenelon Falls, 

parked his car on the main street and hurried up to my second 

floor apartment. My husband spent the next couple of 

hours in and out of the bathroom. Finally, his stomach settled 

down and we were left wondering 

what kind of a virus he had picked up. 

Like many stomach flus, it was short 

lived and by the next day he was feeling 

fine. Monday morning he drove back to 

Cleveland. 

A month went by and as another holiday weekend 

approached, my husband made plans to come for another 

visit. This time I thought I would impress him with my cooking. 

We had both enjoyed the Beef Stroganoff that the art 

teacher had made, so I decided to make it myself. I got out 

my Five Roses Flour cookbook, which my mother had given 

me as a shower gift, and found the recipe. I went to the grocery 

store and bought all the required ingredients and, when 

my husband arrived, dinner was ready. It was the most complicated 

dish I had ever made and I was quite proud of my 

achievement. 

My Beef Stroganoff was a success. The beef was tender 

and the sauce was rich and flavourful. We finished the meal 

and I sat back. 

“How was it?” I asked and waited for what I thought 

would be the inevitable compliment. Instead, my husband 

jumped up, excused himself and rushed off to the bathroom. 

When he emerged after about ten minutes, he was clutching 

his stomach. 

“What’s wrong?” I asked. 

“I’ve got the same thing I had after the meal with the art 

teacher.” With that he rushed back into the bathroom. Just 

like the previous meal, he was in and out of the bathroom for 

the next couple of hours. I was fine so we knew it wasn’t bad 

food. 

When the pain in his stomach finally subsided and his trips 

to the bathroom diminished, we tried to figure out what had 

caused his problem. We ruled out stomach flu - too coincidental 

that he would get it twice in a row while visiting me. 

It had to be something in the Beef Stroganoff, we decided, 

but what? Most things in the dish were foods he was used to 

eating; beef, onions, mushrooms, tomatoes. The only unusual 

ingredient was the sour cream. 

We decided that the sour cream was the offending substance 

and our theory was reinforced when on several occasions 

in the future, he unknowingly consumed sour cream, 

and got the same results. We have since learned that a bacteria 

is added to sour cream that is not added to other dairy 

products, so it is probably the bacteria that my husband’s 

digestive system objects to. Like other people with food allergies 

or intolerances, he now reads labels on creamy salad 

dressing bottles and asks in restaurants, “Does it contain sour 

cream?” 

Any dishes that are accompanied with sour cream, he asks 

for it on the side and I eat his and mine. He has managed 

quite well. Sour cream is an easy food to avoid and plain 

yogurt can be substituted in any recipes calling for sour 

cream. Since those early days of our marriage, my cooking 

repertoire has increased. I still make pie, but I have never 

again made Beef Stroganoff. 


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Process for GWSA Trips 

General: (1) All travellers on GWSA Travel Club trips should be members of the Guelph Wellington Seniors Association. 

Non-members are now able to book trips two weeks prior to the day of departure provided room is still available. 

(2) Memberships are payable to the City of Guelph — Visa, MasterCard, Cash or Cheque may be used unless otherwise indicated. 

(3) Please refrain from using scented products during GWSA trips. 

Booking Your Trip: (1) Service numbers will be issued at the Centre starting at 8:30 am the day of trip bookings. (2) 

Phone bookings to 519-823-1291 will start at 9:00 am on the same day. (3) Travellers may book for two GWSA members the first 

morning of the trip bookings starting at 9:00 am. (4) The purchaser of day trip tickets is responsible for finding a replacement if he 

or she is unable to travel. A waiting list may be consulted. A Doctor’s certificate is required for a refund. 

Accessibility: (1) Please inquire about accessible seating prior to booking your ticket. As with all buses, accessible seating 

is limited. You can help us ensure that we use this seating as efficiently as possible by providing information about your assistive 

device. Please note that: 

Travellers who will be using a powered wheelchair on trips are advised to note this when registering. While our trips are accessible, 

seating for a powered wheelchair on the bus is limited and will be spoken for on a first come first serve basis. 

Travellers who can transfer to a bus seat may have their collapsible, manual wheelchair or walker stored in the cargo area of 

the bus if required. 

Travellers who wish to take their scooter should note this when registering. Not all scooters fit within the cargo hold of a bus. 

A Travel Committee member will follow up with you prior to the trip to discuss further. 

Lift Limit: 500 lbs maximum weight (wheelchair/scooter and person combined) 

Lift Width: 32 inches 

(2) Travellers with a disability, who require assistance during the trip, must be accompanied by a person who is fully capable 

of rendering such assistance (this person must be an adult for some trips). If there is a cost for this assistant, that fee will be published 

along with other trip fees. 

TRAVEL in DEC. 2018 - Register on OCTOBER 3, 2018 

NOTE: TOTAL COSTS SHOWN INCLUDE TAX 

PLEASE REMEMBER, WE DO NOT TAKE $50 OR $100 BILLS. 

Wed. December 12, 2018 — O Canada Eh! Total Cost: $106.22 Code: 220524 

We are off to Niagara Falls to see the show “Jump, Jingle and Jive” at the O Canada Dinner Theatre. Be 

transported back to the 1950s as 6 strangers become stranded in a diner on Christmas Eve. Enjoy a family 

style meal served by the cast throughout the show of roast turkey, fried Alaska Haddock, soup, salad and 

more with dessert and complimentary coffee and tea. 

Leave Evergreen: 9:45 am Carousel: 9:50 am Square: 10 am Return: 5 pm 

It takes time to put these trips together and we need YOUR commitment to make these trips actually happen! 

DON’T WAIT! That means booking your seat BEFORE the trip has to be cancelled due to low numbers. 

The Travel Committee must give the number of bookings a MONTH before the date of the trip and, if there aren’t enough 

reservations AT THAT TIME, the trip will be cancelled! If you have already booked your seat, you will get a refund. 

The GWSA will not provide refunds if the trip itinerary is altered due to circumstances beyond the control of the GWSA 

Travel Club. If there is a 'refund or compensation' to the travellers as determined by the refund policy of the Transportation 

Company or the Booking Company, the GWSA travellers will receive the refund. 

NEWS: Members or Non-Members can now book any trip from the Great Canadian Holidays catalogue by phoning 

Great Canadian Holidays at 1-800-461-8687 and book your trip yourself. Just say you’re a member of the Evergreen 

Seniors Community Centre in Guelph and we will receive a commission for that trip. If you have any questions, 

please call Joanne White at 519-822-0851. 

PLEASE do not park your vehicles in the Evergreen parking lot while you are on a day trip. You are being 

picked up at the Carousel. Vehicles must be left at the Carousel parking area in Riverside Park. This allows for other 

members to have a place to park when they come throughout the day.

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