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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.
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.
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. Register the first
time you play. Beginners are welcome
and instruction is available. The group
plays Tuesdays and Wednesdays from
1 to 3 p.m.
Silver Strummers
The ukulele orchestra is an unqualified
success story! There are now 30 individuals
who have joined the Silver
Strummers. We welcome ALL skill
levels, beginner through advanced!
We will provide you with all the information
you will need to get started. If
you would like to try the universally
accessible and friendly instrument of
the ukulele, please contact Ann Sneyd
at 519-830-6640.
Silvertones
We are busy getting ready for the 10th
of June Open House and 42nd Anniversary
for the Silvertones. This will
also be our last practice or performance
until September of this year for
both the Silvertones choir and the
more recently formed Silver Strummers.
It has been an interesting time
getting back into the swing “post
COVID” but we are all looking forward
to performing again and are certain
that we will produce a great afternoon
of song and instrumental from
both our choir and ukulele groups for
our audience! We are all looking forward
to this GWSA big event!
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,
give it a try.
Membership is available to all paidup
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 any time it is open and to all the
snooker you care to play.
Texas Hold ’Em
(The Three Amigos)
Why not come out and have fun with
us? We are averaging about 16 players
a week. We are situated in the Dining
Room. We charge $2 per week and
pretty well all of that goes back to the
GWSA. We play Tuesdays 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 is first.
We will gladly teach anyone who is
interested in playing. Just follow the
laughter to find us. We welcome everyone
who wants to play and enjoys
company.
We have quite a few 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 the GWSA to play.
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Watercolour Painters
The Evergreen Watercolour Painters
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 in Room 2 from
12:30 to 4 p.m. on the 1st and 5th
Wednesday of the month, and from 9
a.m. to 4 p.m. on the third Wednesday.
Walking Club
Do you like to walk during the spring,
summer and fall? Do you like to have
company when you walk?
If so, joining the Walking Club is a
great way to exercise with lots of fresh
air, enjoy nature and beautiful scenery,
and make new friends while discovering
the trails in the area.
You can register for the Walking
Club’s 2022 walking season online
through RecEnroll or at the front desk
of the Evergreen Centre. The annual
fee is $10 and you must be an active
member of the GWSA.
We meet in Riverside Park on
Thursday mornings at 9:45 am to
register and collect any entrance fees.
Then we depart at 10:00 am sharp.
Walks are on…rain or shine.
Walks start at Riverside Park OR we
drive to one of the many wonderful
Guelph Walking Trails or nearby Conservation
Areas. Walks are at your
own pace and you must arrange
your own transportation to the Trail
Head.
If you are interested in helping with
this group or would like any additional
information, please contact
walkingclubgwsa@gmail.com
COMING SOON...(for those 55+)
Seniors Mixed Volleyball
To avoid injury, you must have mobility
and good eye/hand co-ordination.
Place: West End Community Centre –
date and time to be announced
Registration: Sign up through RecEnroll
either online or visit the front desk
of the Evergreen Seniors Centre in the
month of August.
Cost per year: $60
Any questions or concerns, please contact:
Co-ordinator
Johanna van Boxtel, 416-579-7143
Johannavanboxtel60@gmail.com.
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