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The Sentinel - September 2023

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The Sentinel - September 2023 — Vol. 48, No. 1

The Guelph/Wellington Seniors Association 

A non-profit organization based at the 

Evergreen Seniors Community Centre 

http://www.gwsa-guelph.ca 

A MESSAGE FROM 

THE GWSA BOARD 

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Directors & Officers 

Linda Jeffrey — Executive Director 

Pat Gage — President 

Donna Keating — Vice-President 

Art Roelofsen— Treasurer 

Directors 

Charlie Bishop 

Sam Montoya 

Karen Kelly 

Catheryn Cortissoz 

Elizabeth Steggles 

Yvonne Thomas 

Ellen Webb 

Gordon Webb 

The Sentinel Team 

Carol Croft — Adminstrator, Printer 

Linda Green — Editor, Printer 

George Hughes — Printer 

Bill Shephard, Ray Miller — Part-time 

Assistants 

All of the above GWSA members 

are Volunteers. 

City Staff 

Adam Rutherford — Program 

Manager 

Jill Hunt — Customer Service Clerk 

Tonie MacInnis — Recreation Program 

Co-ordinator — Senior Services 

Becky MacDonald — Recreation 

Co-ordinator — Volunteers 

Mark Leeming — Chef 

Rotating — Facility Maintainer 

Kitchen & Dining Room Staff—Volunteers 


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 

Can you believe it’s September? The summer is going 

by way too fast! It sure is good to feel warm though! 

Like many of you, I will be glad when the construction 

is all finished in the area. Having said that, I tend to 

complain when the roads are bad and then I tend to 

complain when they are fixing them! DOH! 

My last “Message From The GWSA Board” was 

distributed prior to our Annual General Meeting (AGM). 

I want to step back for a moment and thank all those who 

attended. Further, I want to take this opportunity to 

highlight a couple of things that President Pat mentioned 

for those that were unable to attend and/or did not receive 

a copy of the Annual Report. As follows: 

• It was important to acknowledge that the City of 

Guelph has provided ongoing support to our 

Association, and we have worked closely with them to 

initiate new programs, services, and equipment to the 

Evergreen Centre. 

• The GWSA Board expressed deep appreciation to the 

volunteers who serve on GWSA Committees and as 

Activity Group Leaders. You have offered outstanding 

programming and have been instrumental in getting 

members back to activities with their friends. 

• We received a notable number of grants which 

required significant effort to prepare. 

• We noted some of our successful programs/initiatives 

like Dancing at the Evergreen or our new Welcome 

Desk in the Foyer, the reopening of the Treasure Chest 

which was a partnership with the City of Guelph and 

the GWSA. 

• Finally, Board members delegated Council on the 

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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 (no political or religious topics please). 


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issue of the city’s Older Adult Strategy and our goal for the City to become an Age 

Friendly Community. 

More recently, your Board has been busy responding to some really important 

documents. One of them is the Parks and Recreation Master Plan for the City of Guelph. 

This affords us an opportunity to provide meaningful input into plans that can impact us. 

Executive Director Linda had mentioned that Eric Poole, Project Manager of Recreation 

Services, Culture and Recreation, met informally with our members in a facility pop-up 

at the Evergreen for inpromptu input! Awesome! 

For those of you who are Grandparents and/or Honorary Grandparents, we hope you 

are celebrated Sunday, September 10th – Grandparents Day! 

I continue to hope that you are active, involved, making friends and aging with dignity. 

Donna Keating 

Vice President / Vice Chair 

Guelph Wellington Seniors Association 

DIANE 

Diane has been volunteering in the Book Nook at the 

Evergreen Centre since 2022. She retired from banking a 

few years ago and moved from Uxbridge to Guelph to be 

near her family. As a new retiree, Diane wanted to 

‘create’ her retirement rather than just have it ‘happen’ to 

her. Volunteering for the GWSA provides her with the 

opportunity to be engaged with people in her age group 

with similar life experiences and interests. She both likes 

and wants to be involved in her 

community in some way in order to 

feel useful, create new connections 

and find meaning in her life. 

Volunteering provides her with all of 

this. 

With a keen interest in keeping her 

mind sharp, Diane says volunteering 

in the Book Nook provides her with 

the chance to learn new computer 

skills. The time slot fits in with her 

lifestyle and she loves to work 

independently. She also wants to 

emphasize that the other library 

volunteers are great to work 

alongside. With a love of many 

genres of books, particularly 

mysteries, Diane has also written 

several book reviews for the Sentinel. 

Diane is a member of the Into 

Focus Photography Club and enjoyed 

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participating in the walking group, both of which are a 

great way to meet new people. With a background in the 

study and practice of meditation, she facilitates weekly 

classes for GWSA members and the general public at the 

Evergreen Centre. Although this is a paid position through 

the City of Guelph, the position demonstrates Diane’s 

commitment and interest in helping others. 

What would Diane say to someone who is thinking 

about volunteering at the Evergreen? “It gives you 

meaning and purpose, a reason to get 

up in the morning. There are many 

different roles at the Evergreen; you 

can try a position and see if you like 

it, if it’s a fit for you.” 

To help make it a good fit, Diane 

shares that she has experienced this 

firsthand, and appreciates the way in 

which Becky MacDonald, Recreation 

Co-ordinator – Volunteers 

accommodates each volunteer’s needs 

and interests. 

Thank you to Diane and all the 

other Book Nook volunteers who 

provide such a friendly, welcoming 

and engaging experience for our 

GWSA members. 

Written by: Jessie Watt – Volunteer

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THE EDITOR’S PAGE 

by Linda Green 

FAMOUS CATS 

Hamish McHamish, a long-haired ginger cat adopted 

by the citizens of St. Andrews, Scotland, became 

famous for his friendly, cat-about-town nature, and was 

sought after by both tourists and locals for photo ops. 

In 2014, a bronze statue was built in his honour. 

Luck, the black Persian cat belonging to King 

Charles I of England (1625-1649), was thought to bring 

good luck. Strangely enough, the day after Luck passes 

away, the king was arrested and beheaded. 

In the Yumeji Art Museum in Japan, a black cat 

named Kuronosuke works as manager and mascot. 

Hired a year after the museum rescued him in 2016, 

this professional feline now has his own uniform and 

office. 

Pablo Picasso owned a cat named Minou. The 

Spanish artist produced many paintings with felines. In 

2006, one titled Dora Mar au Chat, which featured 

Minou in the background, was sold for more than $95 

million. 

At the fashionable Savoy Hotel in London, England, 

the statue of Kaspar the cat is placed at the table to 

dispel bad luck when there is a party of 13 people. 

Trim was a seafaring tuxedo cat that sailed on 

expeditions with British navigator Matthew Flinders. 

Born aboard the HMS Reliance in 1799, the brave 

kitten once fell overboard and managed to climb back 

up by grabbing hold of a dangling rope. In 1996, a 

bronze statue of Trim was placed at the Mitchell 

Library in Sydney, Australia. 

Morris the Cat was an orange tabby rescued by an 

animal trainer in 1968. 

Morris was hugely popular, 

starring in 58 cat food 

commercials during the 

1970s. Morris won two 

Picture Animal Top Star of 

the Year (PATSY) Awards 

in 1972 and 1973. 

Beerbohm was the name of 

a large tabby cat and resident 

mouser at the Gielgud 

Theatre in London, England. 

His girlfriend Fleur was 

another mouser who worked 

at a nearby theatre. After 

serving for 20 years, 

Beerbohm passed away in 1995. 

Pyewacket was the name of a Siamese cat actor that 

won a PATSY Award for his role in the comedy film 

Bell, Book and Candle (1958). 

Special Printing For Members 

Do you have a need for printing (i.e., bookmarks, booklets, calendars, 

dinner menus/programs, club bylaws, annual reports), large or small 

quantities, black & white print (10¢ per page) or colour (30¢ per page)? 

If so, please contact Carol Croft or Linda Green, either in the Sentinel 

office (we’re not here all the time, though) or by email at sentinel@gwsaguelph.ca, 

or leave a message at the front desk. You must be a GWSA 

member to take advantage of this. 

We will try to accommodate you with your project as much as we can. 

DONATIONS 

To donate easily, with a credit 

card, visit our website 

www.gwsa-guelph.ca and click 

on the ‘Donate’ button or call: 

519-823-1291 

September 8, 2023, is the deadline for 

submissions for the 

October 2023 Sentinel. 

Email submissions to: sentinel@gwsa-guelph.ca 

or drop yours off at the Evergreen Front Desk. 

Distribution of the October issue 

is on September 28, 2023. 

Editor is not responsible for quality of submitted photos 

(but we’ll do our best). 


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Volunteer Corner from Becky MacDonald 

Hope everyone had a great summer and is now ready to 

start back into the Fall. Don’t forget to nominate a fellow 

volunteer for upcoming awards! 

UPCOMING VOLUNTEER AWARDS 

Ontario Volunteer Service Awards 

This award recognizes volunteers for providing 

committed and dedicated service to an 

organization. Adults are recognized by the length of time 

they’ve volunteered with one organization, ranging from 

five to 65 years of continuous service. Youth (24 years 

old and under) are recognized for two or more years of 

continuous service. Deadline: November 1. 

June Callwood Outstanding Achievement 

Award for Voluntarism 

This award recognizes people and groups who 

have made outstanding contributions as 

volunteers in their communities. 

There are two categories: 

Outstanding Volunteer Award: recognizes an 

individual or group for their commitment to volunteering 

and longstanding service to their community. Up to 20 

individuals and/or groups receive this award each year. 

Excellence in Volunteer Management Award: 

recognizes an individual or group from an organization 

that is incorporated as a not-for-profit corporation or 

registered as a charity for their achievement in 

encouraging people to volunteer in their communities. Up 

to five individuals and/or groups receive this award each 

year. Deadline: November 25 . 

If you are interested in nominating a fellow volunteer, 

please speak to Becky in the main office on Mondays or 

Wednesdays, or email becky.macdonald@guelph.ca 

Orientation and Training 

All volunteers will be required to complete the mandatory 

Orientation & Training. The trainings can be completed 

from the comfort of your home online. For those who do 

not have access to a computer, training dates will be set 

up for you to attend in the near future. 

Contact Becky MacDonald: becky.macdonald@guelph.ca 

for more information and if you have any questions. 

GWSA COMMITTEES 

Computer Mentoring 

If you enjoy working with computers/iPads/Apple 

products and have experience in this area and would like 

to educate others, this is for you! Computer Mentoring is 

on Mondays in the afternoon. 

Bingo Volunteers 

Wednesday afternoons from 1:00 pm – 3:45 pm. This will 

include set up, selling of cards and concession items, 

confirming bingo winners, supporting the caller and other 

duties as needed. We are asking for a commitment of 

once to 4 times per month based on the volunteer’s 

availability. 

Special Events 

Looking for a team of volunteers to assist with planning, 

organizing and running special events throughout the year 

for the members and community. 

Sentinel Drivers 

The Sentinel team is looking for drivers to assist with the 

delivery of the monthly newsletter – Sentinel. 

Travel Committee 

Our committee leader needs members who want to join 

others in the group to help brainstorm, organize, plan 

and possibly escort trips, travel, and tours for those 

seniors who love to go places! Come join in, meet new 

friends, and have fun! 

Welcome & Information Desk 

Looking for energetic, friendly, outgoing individuals to 

assist with greeting, providing tours and answering 

questions about the centre during the week, Monday to 

Friday. Two shifts available, morning and afternoon, in 

the main lobby. 

Cycling Club 

Looking for another volunteer to assist with leading the 

group on local and out of town rides. 

Bistro 683 - Dishwasher: 

Work as a team with other volunteers assisting with 

keeping the kitchen clean and washing dishes using the 

industrial dishwasher. 

How to get involved? 

First, complete an online application form: 

https://gwsa-guelph.ca/1749-2/ 

No computer? Pick up a paper application at the 

Evergreen Seniors Community Centre front desk. 

Second, you will be contacted to set up an interview 

followed with training. If you are a current volunteer, you 

are more than welcome to take on more than one position. 

Follow up with Becky for more details. 

For more information about a particular position or about 

volunteering in general, contact: Becky MacDonald by 

phone 519-822-1260 X 2096 or email: 

becky.macdonald@guelph.ca 


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Guelph Transit is adjusting bus fares 

and introducing a new pay-as-you-go program 

The changes will come into effect on September 1, 2023. 

Guelph Transit is making changes to its fare pricing and introducing a new monthly pay-as-you-go 

fare cap program starting in September. 

What’s changing to fares and transfers: 

• Day passes will be increased from $8 to $8.40. 

• Weekend transit pass will be discontinued. 

• Single ride tickets remain the same ($2.80 for adults, $2.25 for discounted (or concession) fare holders). 

• Riders will get an extra 30 minutes for transfers starting in September, as transfer time is being extended 

from 60 minutes to 90 minutes. 

Once you’ve tapped, your fares are capped: New pay-as-you-go program 

Monthly passes will change to a pay-as-you-go monthly fare cap model. Instead of a monthly pass, riders 

load their OnYourWay fare card with money and pay as they go. There will no longer be a need to buy a 

monthly pass upfront each month. 

With the monthly fare cap, riders pay for the first 32 single rides in a month, then tap and ride for free for 

the rest of the month. Visit guelphtransit.ca for more details. 

For more information: 

Courtney McDonald, Manager of Business Services 

Guelph Transit 

519-822-1260 extension 2708 

courtney.mcdonald@guelph.ca 

The Guelph Barrier Free Committee Access Recognition 

Awards are back! 

Let’s celebrate the accessibility champions in our community who go above 

and beyond to help create an accessible city! Do you know of an individual, group of individuals, 

or business that removes barriers and/or takes action for the inclusion of persons 

with disabilities? Nominate them for the Guelph Barrier Free Access Recognition Awards! 

Nomination Forms: 

• Available for pick up at the Service Guelph counter at Guelph City Hall 

• Available for download and print on guelphbarrierfree.org 

• Email accessibility@guelph.ca 

Nominate a Guelph resident or business. The nominations open Tuesday, September 5 and 

close Tuesday, October 10, 2023. 

Nominees who qualify for the Access Recognition Award are presented with a recognition 

award by Mayor Cam Guthrie during the November 28 City of Guelph Council meeting. 


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GWSA Group & Activity Reports 

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

Art in the Hall 

All of the art groups and artisans 

will have an opportunity to show off 

their wares and offer items for sale 

if they wish. A portion of the cost 

will go toward the GWSA, and staff 

at the cash will be familiar with how 

to process these payments and ensure 

artists receive their funds, 

again, if they wish to sell their creations. 

A contract will be sent out to all 

groups to review; it outlines how the 

shows will run. I intend to change 

the art monthly and to be present the 

second Monday of each month to 

put up a new show. Some shows 

will run longer and we may have 

special presentations. 

I plan on going through the list of 

groups alphabetically as presented 

in the Sentinel. Please start to think 

about the piece you would like to 

hang, present and showcase. 

Further information will be forwarded 

to all groups. 

Badminton 

The Badminton Club held its annual 

AGM March 23 and, unfortunately, 

we were unable to find suitable volunteers 

to fill either the President or 

Vice-Presidents’ positions. Our 

Club will therefore operate with 3 

principal Directors (Activities, 

Communication and Secretary) and 

a temporary Director at Large who 

will assist as needed. 

With our new season beginning 

April 1st, it didn’t take long to reach 

our membership cap of 105. So, we 

will once again restart our waiting 

list. We hope to explore ways to 

decrease or eliminate the waiting list 

this year. 

Community Outreach Badminton 

Coaching also wrapped up its first 

complete season since the COVID- 

19 factor with 4 of our Coaches assisting 

in 2 Guelph schools. 

Our first 4-part Coaching Clinic 

began May 4 and is full already. 


Planning is also underway for our 

Spring Hike with a proposed Hilton 

Falls route being considered. 

Our Tuesday evening Badminton 

has been temporarily disrupted but a 

backup plan is in place. For further 

information, call Jeff 519-993-1362. 

After a busy year, including regular 

playtimes, tournaments, clinics, 

and social activities, the program 

year is drawing to a close. Our year 

is ending with some specific skillbased 

micro clinics open to all 

members who want to improve their 

skills. The clinics are popular and 

we are very fortunate to have several 

skilled in-house members who 

volunteer to share their expertise 

with everyone. 

Book Club 1 

Our group meets in the Board Room 

on the last Friday of each month 

from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. For 

September, our selection is “Desert 

Star” by Michael Connelly. In October 

we will be reading “The Diamond 

Eye” by Kate Quinn. Monthly 

fee is $3.00. At present, we have 

a waiting list. 

Bridge 

GWSA welcomes all Bridge players 

with a basic knowledge of the game 

to enjoy playing bridge in a friendly 

and comfortable environment. We 

offer both Recreational and Duplicate 

Bridge. No partner? No problem! 

We mix and mingle with a 

room full of eager players so that 

everyone has a partner for any of 

our regularly scheduled games. 

Bridge-Recreational 

Join us for recreational bridge in the 

afternoon or evening. 

Tuesdays 6:30-9:00 pm Evergreen 

Room 3 

Thursdays 12:30-3:30 pm Evergreen 

Room 3 

Bridge-Duplicate 

This group is for individuals who 

have already taken bridge lessons 

and would like to work on improving 

their game. Volunteers are on 

hand to coach you. 

We request you know the Bidding 

Basics. We will make you comfortable 

playing Duplicate Bridge with 

Duplicate Boards and using Bidding 

Boxes. 

Fridays 9:00-11:30 am, Evergreen 

Room 3. Bridge-Duplicate will be 

inactive from June to September. 

Bunka 

Bunka embroidery is created by using 

a unique combination of punch 

needle and special silk-like rayon 

thread. When completed, many pictures 

resemble delicately shaded 

paintings. In fact, the needle is held 

and operates in much the same manner 

as an artist’s brush or pencil. We 

do not teach classes or have an instructor, 

so you should have some 

experience in the craft, and members 

are required to purchase their 

own supplies. Every Wednesday 

from 9:15 a.m. to noon in Room 3. 

Currently there is a wait list. 

See Bunkawithflair.com. 

Canasta 

Come out and join our friendly 

group for a game of Canasta. We 

welcome all levels of players. If you 

are new to the game, we will be glad 

to teach you. Join us on Fridays 

from 9:00 to 11:30 a.m. in Room 3. 

Contact canastagwsa@gmail.com 

for more information. 

Evergreen Canoe Club 

Whether you are an experienced 

canoeist or someone new to the 

sport, the club training program can 

help you either hone existing skills 

or teach you the many techniques of 

river canoe navigation. 

Be aware though that membership 

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is limited and a waitlist exists. So, if 

you meet the physical requirements 

and are comfortable on the water, 

put your name on the wait list. 

All new members are required to 

complete a two evening inclassroom 

training program and an 

on-the-water evaluation. 

Our canoe outings are every 

Thursday and Friday from May to 

the end of September, weather permitting. 

Chess 

Do you enjoy the game of chess? 

Come out and make friends! Our 

club is open to players of all levels. 

We are primarily amateur players 

simply out for the joy of casual 

chess, although with enough interest, 

we could organize small tournaments. 

We meet on the second and 

fourth Friday of each month in the 

Evergreen Board Room from 10 

a.m. to noon and we ask for $2 per 

person each time for the GWSA. 

And don’t worry if you don’t have a 

chess set — we have three sets as 

well as a digital clock for those interested 

in a time control! 


There are two mentors available 

every Monday from 1-3 p.m. to answer 

your questions. We can help 

with Windows PCs and Android 

smartphones and tablets. And now 

we are able to assist iPad and iPhone 

users! 

If you are using a laptop computer, 

please bring it with you. The fee 

is $3 for members of the GWSA and 

$5 for non-members. Please register 

at the front desk for each class before 

joining us in the Computer 

Room. 

Craft Group 

The ladies of the Craft Club are very 

busy making beautiful articles for 

our store. We continue to make hats, 

mitts and scarves to donate to the 

needy. We have had a few of the 

GWSA members also donating 

these items so we can reach as many 

as possible. We need wool donations 

of all types. Come see our 

NEW Treasure Chest, finally rebuilt. 

Guelph Wood Carving Club 

est. Circa 1986 

A well-established wood carving 

club of mostly seniors (both men 

and women) has operated in the 

Guelph area for decades. 

We do carving in the round, like 

cartoon characters, birds and wildlife, 

spoons, bowls, etc. 

Other carving techniques include 

relief carving, marquetry, and pyrography. 

Training is available. 

Meets Monday evening 6:00 pm- 

9:00 pm in Evergreen Room 2. 

Cribbage 

Come on out on a Tuesday afternoon 

for a friendly game of Cribbage 

in Room 3 of the Evergreen 

Centre. The room is open at 12:30 

pm and we start playing at 1:00 pm. 

Everyone is welcome, and we play 8 

games, with prizes at the end of the 

afternoon. If you are not sure how to 

play, we have instructors to help. 

Darts Club 

The sport of Darts is unique in several 

ways: the equipment is inexpensive, 

it only requires a small amount 

of space, and no special clothing is 

required. Age, gender, size or physical 

abilities have no bearing on the 

sport. It is open to all GWSA members. 

Darts is a game for everyone. 

No special skills or aptitude required. 

Just pick up the darts and 

throw them! Darts are available for 

loan if necessary, but you are welcome 

to bring your own. 

This is a great way to make new 

friends and really “Take Advantage 

of Your Seniority”. 

We meet on the Auditorium Stage 

Tuesdays and Fridays from 10:00 

am - 2:00 pm. 

Darts has an annual fee of $25 

and you must be a current member 

of GWSA. Register on RecEnroll. 

Line Dancing 

Evergreen Auditorium 

Phyllis (519-836-9415) 

Donna (519-831-0943) 

Line dancing is exercise not only 

for the body, but the mind as 

well. It’s an excuse to get out, meet 

new friends, enjoy good music, and 

no partner is required. If you have 

never line danced before or need a 

refresher, the Introduction to Line 

Dancing is where to start. Here you 

will learn the basic steps and easier 

dances to slower music. The Line 

Dance Step Tutorial is an opportunity 

to learn and practise steps not 

taught in the Introduction to Line 

Dancing class and will help prepare 

you for the Beyond the Basics classes 

which are the next step up from 

the Introduction to Line Dancing. 

The Intermediate class is for experienced 

line dancers looking for a 

challenge. 

Monday Line Dance Classes 

9:15-9:30 am Line Dance Step 

Tutorial 

9:30-10:30 am Beyond the Basics 

10:45-11:45 am Intermediate 

Thursday Line Dance Classes 

1:00-2:00 pm Introduction to Line 

Dancing 

2:15-3:15 pm Beyond the Basics 

The first 3 visits are free. After 

that, in addition to providing us 

proof of a GWSA membership, it’s 

$2.00 each time you come. 

Mah Jongg 

Mah Jongg has started up again in 

Room 4 on Mondays from 2:30- 

4:30 p.m., except the last Monday of 

the month when it will be in the 

Dining Room. It is a game played 

with tiles, similar to Dominoes. Instruction 

is available for those who 

don’t know how to play. 

Peer Learning 

Peer Learning is for seniors who 

like to have a good discussion with 

a small, friendly group. It’s a great 

way to meet new people and have 

fun while learning. Topics for Fall, 

2023 include: 

Mondays, 9:30-11:30 am: Historical 

Blunders 

Tuesdays, 1:30-3:30 pm: Rivers and 

Waterways 

Thursdays, 9:30-11:30 am: Scoundrels 

and Scallywags 

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For more information, contact 

Andrew Webb 226-500-4755 or 

Barb McLeod 519-823-2531. 

Into Focus Photography 

We are a friendly group of amateur 

photographers with equipment ranging 

from mobile phones and pointand-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. Our 

regular meetings are on the last 

Monday of every month in Room 4. 

If you are interested in joining, 

contact Stu McCannell 

(smccannell@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. 

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 

Scrabble is back! Come join us for 

Scrabble at 1 pm to 3:30 pm every 

Thursday in the Hallway near the 

Library. All skills from newbie to 

expert. Drop-ins are welcome or call 

me for more information. Previous 

members, please join us again. 

Brand-new players are most welcome. 

All you need is a GWSA 

membership! $2 fee per visit. 

Any questions? Call or email Sebastian. 

Phone: 647-580-5780. 


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 Eva Quan 519-820- 

1032. 

Silvertones 

The Silvertones members practise 

weekly in Room 3 on Fridays from 

2 to 3:30 p.m. We do have a few 

openings so please contact Doreen 

Muir @ 519-831-8323 if you would 

like to join our choir or would 

like more information. You do not 

have to be able to read music, just 

have a love for singing. 

Rug Hooking 

We have been gathering as a group 

of rug hookers at the Evergreen 

Centre since February 2022. Traditional 

rug hooking is both art and a 

craft. Many beautiful and unique 

items are made by pulling loops of 

fabric or yarn through a stiff, woven 

base such as burlap or linen. It is 

enjoyable, fun and a very social 

hobby. Beginners are welcome and 

we will help you get started. The 

Rug Hooking Group meets on Tuesday 

afternoon, 12-4, in Room 2. 

Contact: Kathy McCallum, 226- 

821-1331. Email: 

kamccallum28@gmail.com. 

Skiing 

For the 2023 ski season, it costs 

$10.00 plus HST to join the 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 

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 Bob Shearer 519- 

831-4093 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, 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 $79.10 (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 

Why not come out and have fun 

with us? We are averaging about 24 

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 

& Fridays from 6:30 to 8:30 

pm. 

Each player starts off with $650 in 

real casino chips, and, as we do not 

play for money, we work on a point 


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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. 

Writers Club 

If you enjoy the power of the pen, come join the Writers 

Club. We can toss around ideas and topics to get the 

creative juices flowing. Then let’s share the resulting 

written shape for constructive comments, while enjoying 

the company of others. Please feel welcome to join 

the journey. We will meet the 1st and 3rd Wednesday 

of the month in the Board Room, from 1-3 p.m. There 

is a weekly fee of $2 for the GWSA. Contact Susan 

Jackson 519-265-3246. 

Seniors Mixed Volleyball 

Thursday mornings at the West End Community Centre 

from 10:30 a.m. - noon. 

$60 for the season, September to June. 

Must have some mobility and hand/eye co-ordination. 

Any questions or concerns, please contact: 

Co-ordinator Johanna van Boxtel, 416-579-7143 

Johannavanboxtel60@gmail.com. 

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 2023 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. 

Due to Construction, we are now meeting at the 

Trailhead on Thursday mornings at 8:45 am (location 

will be emailed prior to walk). Walks are on…rain or 

shine. 

Walks are at your own pace and you must arrange 

your own transportation to the Trailhead-local trail or 

nearby conservation area. 

If you are interested in helping with this group or 

would like any additional information, please contact: 

walkingclubgwsa@gmail.com. 

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. 

BID EUCHRE 

ON THURSDAYS 

Join us for Bid Euchre on Thursdays from 

1:00 p.m. to 4 p.m. in Room 2 at the 

Evergreen Centre. 

If you know how to play Euchre, you can 

play Bid Euchre. If you need to brush up on 

the game, training can be provided. The 

cost is $2 per session. 

Contact Julie at 226-820-1939 or Ray at 

519-780-0462 for more information. 


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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. 

For more Program Group information, go to https://gwsa-guelph.ca and go to the 

CONTACT US menu. Click on Program Groups to get in contact with Program Group 

Leaders. Or pick up a print copy of the Sentinel for group contacts. 

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Art In The Hall 

Kim Taylor 

ArtInTheHall@gwsa-guelph.ca 

Art Studio In 2 

Evergreen Room 2 

Nora Kelly 

Every 2 nd & 4 th Wed. 1-4 pm 

Badminton 


Jeff Millard 

Tues. 7-9:30 pm 

Thurs. & Fri. 10:30 am-1 pm, 

Sun. 1:30-3:30 pm 

Mon. & Wed. 1-4 pm (WECC) 

No play at WECC July & August 

Casual Bicycling 

Various Locations in and 

around Guelph 

John Ness 

Wed. - May 1-Oct. 31 - 9:00 am-noon 

Bid Euchre on Thursdays 


Phyllis Goodhew 

Thursdays 1 pm-4 pm 

Book Club 1 

Board Room 

Veronica Sanche 

Last Friday of month - 1-2:30 pm 

Book Club 2 

Board Room 

Lynne Oxley 

Second Friday of month - 1-2 pm 

Bridge - Recreational 


gwsa.bridge@gmail.com 

Tuesdays - 6:30-9:00 pm 

Thursdays - 12:30-3:30 pm 

Bridge - Duplicate 


gwsa.bridge@gmail.com 

Fridays - 9:00-11:30 am 

Inactive for June to September 

Bunka Art Group 


Diane Barber 

Wednesdays - 9:15 am-noon 

Canasta 


canastagwsa@gmail.com 

Fridays - 9:00-11:30 am 

Canoe Club 

canoeclubmembership@gmail.com 

Seasonal twice-weekly outings 

See GWSA website or Sentinel description 

Chess Club 

Board Room 

Bruce Hurst 

2nd & 4th Fridays – 10 am-12 pm 

Computer Club 

Computer Room 

Ross Knechtel 

Ken Chupa 

September, November, January 

2nd Monday - 2-4 pm 


Ken Chupa 

Computer Lab 

Computer mentoring is a drop-in program. 

No appointment necessary. 

Computer mentoring is offered every Monday 

(except when the Centre is closed) 

from 1:00 to 3:00 pm 

Craft Club 


Contact TBA 

Fridays - 8:30 am-1:30 pm 



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Cribbage 


Elaine Miller 

Tuesdays 12:30 pm-4 pm 

Darts Club 

Auditorium 

Neville Newman 

Tuesdays and Fridays, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 

Diabetes Support Group 

Room 3 

Bill MacDonald 

2nd Tuesday – 11 am -12 pm 

4th Tuesday – 10 am -12 pm 

Euchre on Monday 


Earl Mead 

Mondays - 1:00-3:00 pm 

Euchre on Friday 


Peter Smith 

Fridays - 1:00-4:00 pm 

Golf 

Tom Kane 

Mondays, May to September 

Into Focus Photography 


Stu McCannell 

Last Monday of every month—2:30-5 pm 

$24.00 a year 

Line Dancing 


Phyllis 

Donna 

Mondays – 9:15 to noon 

Thursdays – 1:00 to 3:15 p.m. 

Mah Jongg 


Gladys Robson 

Mondays - 2:30-4:30 p.m. 

Last Mon. of the month in Dining Rm. 

Peer Learning 

Barb McLeod 

Andrew Webb 

Pickleball 

Rudy Simon 

gwsapickleball@gmail.com 


Monday 12:15 – 3 p.m. 

Tuesday 8:30 am – 12:30 p.m. 

Wednesday 8:30 – 10:00 am 

Thursday 8:30 - 10:30 am 

Friday 8:30 – 10:30 am and 1 – 4 pm 

Sunday 8:30 am - 1:30 pm 

West End Comm. Centre 

Tues. - noon-4:00 pm (advanced play) 

Thurs. - 1:00-5:00 pm (advanced play) 

Quilting 


Beryl Drohan 

Mondays - 12:30-4:00 pm 

Rug Hooking 


Kathy McCallum 

Tuesdays 12-4 pm 

Scrabble 

Hallway near the Library 

Sebastian 

Thursdays - 1:00-3:30 pm 

Shuffleboard 


Elaine Bigam 

Tuesdays & Wednesdays - 1-3 pm 

Silver Strummers 

Room 3 

Eva Quan 

Fridays - Beginners 12-1 pm 

Experienced 1-2 pm 

Silvertones Choir 

Room 3 

President: Sandy Rea 

Membership Enquiries: 

Doreen Muir 

Director/Accompanist: Andrea LeBlanc 

Backup Director/Accompanist: Joanna Wegman 

Fridays 2:00 - 3:30 pm 

Ski Club 

Evergreen Parking Lot by 

The Enabling Garden 

Bob Shearer 

Mondays from January to the end of March 

8:00 am car pool at Evergreen to Blue Mountain 

6:00 pm return to Evergreen 


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Evergreen Snooker Club 

Evergreen Snooker Room 

Brian Yasvinski 

Daily - 9:00 am-4:00 pm 

Table Tennis 


Petr Vales 

Evergreen: 

Monday - 3-6:15 pm 

Wednesday - 10 am-1 pm 

Saturday - 9:00 am-12:00 noon 

West End: Friday - 1:00-4:00 pm 

(WECC - except July/August) 

Texas Hold ’Em Poker 

Bistro 683 

Paul Phillips 

Bruno Szafran 

Tuesdays & Fridays - 6:30-8:30 pm 

West Hills Art Group 

Rm 2 West End Comm. Centre 

Dale Vardy (519-823-5746) 

September - June 

Thursdays - noon-4:00 pm 

Membership $25.00 + hst 

Wood Carving Group 


Ken Fugler 

Monday – 6-9 pm 

Writers Club 

Board Room 

Susan Jackson 

1st and 3rd Wednesday, 1-3 p.m. 

Writing Your Life Story 

Board Room 

Jennifer Blackie 

Thursdays 1:30-3:30 pm 

Seniors Mixed Volleyball 

West End 

Johanna van Boxtel 

Thursday 10:30 a.m. - noon 

$60 for the season, September to June 

Walking Club 

Trailhead 

April to October 

walkingclubgwsa@gmail.com 

Thursdays - Arrive at 8:45 am 

Departing at 9:00 am sharp! 

Watercolour Painters Club 


Mary Mulholland 

watercolourclub@gwsa-guelph.ca 

1st and 5th Wednesday of the month - 12:30-4 pm 

Third Wednesday - 9 am to 4 pm 

Membership $30/yr + hst 

West End Art Group 

Rm 2 West End Comm. Centre 

Nancy Baker 

September – June 

Tuesdays - 12:30-4:00 pm 

Membership $10/yr + hst 


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Solutions on pg. 34 


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SPECIAL BIRTHDAYS 

OF NOTE 

“Our Young Seniors” 

‘We’re not over the hill; we’re just 

gaining speed!’ 

Marjorie McKee - July 26 (90) 

SPECIAL WEDDING 

ANNIVERSARIES 

If you have a birthday or anniversary 

that you would like to include in the 

Sentinel, please let us know the month 

before. 

This column is NOT done automatically. 

We DON’T have access to your 

personal information. 

“Passages” 

We would like to convey our condolences 

to Association Members and their Families 

Jeffery, Helen Isabel passed away on Monday, May 

29, 2023, at the age of 94. She was involved with 

the Travel Club and enjoyed playing euchre at the 

centre. 

Foran, Agnes Cecelia passed away on Friday, June 

2, 2023, at the age of 84. She was a longtime GWSA 

member. 

Pritchard, Edward (Ted) Michael passed away on 

Friday, June 9, 2023, in his 78th year. He was 

involved with Art in the Hall, golf and many other 

activities at the centre. 

Pellin, Doreen passed away on Monday, August 7, 

2023, in her 79th year. See page 28 for more 

information. 


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Clubs and Drop-In Activities SEPTEMBER 2023 

W West End Community Centre 

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday 

Weekend Activities 

Saturday 

9a-12p Table Tennis 

Sunday 

8:30a-1:30p Pickleball 

1:30-3:30p Badminton 

DANCE SEPT. 30 

Everyday Activities 

Snooker—9a-4p 

Library — 

Mon-Fri – 10a-4p 

1 

8:30-10:30a Pickleball 

8:30a-1:30p Crafts 

9-11:30a Canasta 

9-11:30a Dup. Bridge 

10a-12p Darts 

10:30a-1p Badminton 

12-1p Silver Strummers Beg. 

1-2p Silver Strummers Exp. 

1-4p Euchre 

1-4p Pickleball 

1-4p Table Tennis W 

2-3:30p Silvertones 

6:30-8:30p Texas HE Poker 

4 

CLOSED 

5 


10a-12p Darts 

12-4p Pickleball W 

12-4p Rug Hooking 

12:30-4p Cribbage 

12:30-4p West End Arts W 

1-3p Shuffleboard 

6:30-8:30p Texas Hold 

’Em Poker 

6:30-9p Rec. Bridge 

7-9:30p Badminton 

6 

8:30-10a Pickleball 

9:15a-12p Bunka 


12:30-4p Watercolour Painters 


1-3p Writers Club 

1-4p Badminton W 

1:30p BINGO 

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8:45-11:30a Walking Club 

10:30a-12p Volleyball W 


12-4p West Hills Arts W 

12:30-3:30p Rec. Bridge 

1-2p Intro to Line Dancing 

1-3:30p Scrabble 

1-4p Bid Euchre 

1-5p Pickleball (advanced) W 

1:30-3:30p Writing Your Life 

Story 

2:15-3:15p Line Dancing 

Beyond the Basics 

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10a-12p Chess 

10a-12p Darts 



1-2p Book Club 2 


1-4p Euchre 





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9:15-9:30a Line Dance Tuto. 

9:30-10:30a Line Dancing 


10:45-11:45a Intermediate 

Line Dancing 

12:15-3p Pickleball 

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10a-12p Darts 

11a-12p Diabetes Support 





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1-4p Art Studio in 2 

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10a-12p Darts 




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12:30-4p Quilting 

1-3p Euchre 


2-4p Computer Club 

2:30-4:30p Mah Jongg 

3-6:15p Table Tennis 

6-9p Carving Club 

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10:45-11:45a Intermediate 

Line Dancing 



1-3p Euchre 





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10:45-11:45a Int. Line Dancing 



1-3p Euchre 



2:30-5p Into Focus 

Photography 





’Em Poker 



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10a-12p Darts 







’Em Poker 



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10a-12p Darts 

10a-12p Diabetes Support 







’Em Poker 




1:30p BINGO 

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9a-4p Watercolour Painters 




1-3p Writers Club 


1:30p BINGO 

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1-4p Art Studio in 2 


1:30p BINGO 





Story 



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Story 



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Story 




1-4p Euchre 





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10a-12p Chess 

10a-12p Darts 




1-4p Euchre 





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10a-12p Darts 




1-2:30p Book Club 1 

1-4p Euchre 






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• Mobile Services to offer our patients access to 

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Professional Footcare & Custom Foot Orthotics 

Jessica K. Mann 

Registered Chiropodist / Foot Specialist 

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- Morning, Evening and Saturday Appointments Available 

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519-546-3737 wellfoot@outlook.com 


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The Elliott Community is Guelph’s 

only not-for-profit organization to 

offer 4 lifestyle choices for Seniors. 

• Life Leases 

• Supportive Living 

• Assisted Living 

• Long Term Care 

GUELPH 

HORTICULTURAL 

SOCIETY 

Attention! Gardeners, Garden Lovers and 

Garden Curious! All Welcome! 

Meet at Dublin United Church 

SEPTEMBER— Tuesday, September 26 

7:30 pm General Meeting and Mini Flower Show 

Speaker: Marion Jarvie 

Topic: “Clematis – Our Most Lovely Vine”. Marion demystifies the 

world of clematis in the garden. Cost: $5; free to members 

OCTOBER— Tuesday, October 24 

7:30 pm General Meeting and Mini Flower Show 

Speaker: Sean Fox 

Topic: “Unique and Special Woody Plants” . Sean introduces us to 

his special world of native and exotic woody plants with suggestions 

for their use in our gardens. Cost: $5; free to members 

NOVEMBER— Tuesday, November 28 

7:00 pm Annual Holiday Penny Table. Please donate new or gently 

used items only. 

7:30 pm Announcements 

Speaker: Michelle Goff 

Topic: “Xmas Design Demo”. Join fellow GHS member, Michelle 

Goff, as she inspires us with her holiday design ideas using living 

plant material. 

8:45 pm (approx.) Penny Table draws 

Cost: $5; free to members 

Annual Membership (Jan-Dec) $15 

Includes all meetings, yearbook, nursery discounts, access to: trips, 

workshops & RBG 

www.guelphhort.org 

guelphhort@gmail.com 


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SENIORS MONTH FLAG RAISING 

June was Seniors Month and it was recognized with a flag-raising ceremony at Guelph City Hall. 

Members of the GWSA Walking Club, GWSA members and Evergreen Staff walked from 

Riverside Park along the Downtown Trail to City Hall. We were greeted by Guelph Mayor Cam 

Guthrie and city staff. Mayor Guthrie and GWSA President Pat Gage welcomed and addressed all 

those assembled for the occasion. 

Mayor Cam Guthrie and 

GWSA president Pat Gage 

Raising the Flag 


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Anniversary Dance at the Evergreen 

Our one year anniversary dance was a big success. We had lots of dancing, of course, and 

our sponsors, Homelife Power Realty Inc., provided delicious cupcakes for everyone. They 

also provided two gift bags for our draw. 

Everyone had a good time. 

Pat Gage brought greetings 

from the GWSA. 

Margaret Waldron was 

presented with roses. 

Catherine Featherston of Homelife 

Power Realty Inc. handed out cupcakes. 

Marg G. won a gift bag donated 

by Homelife Power Realty Inc. 

Many thanks to all who attend our dances every month. We will keep going as long as you 

keep dancing. 

Thanks to the Dancing at the Evergreen Committee - Margaret W., Jill K., Helga H., Donna 

S., and Margaret O. Thanks also to all who help promote our dances. 

Looking forward to 2024! 


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Dancing 

at the 

Evergreen 


683 Woolwich St., Guelph 

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 2023 

(Upcoming Dances: October 21, November 25 & December 30) 

7:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. 

Doors open at 7:00 p.m. 

Dance to the music of DJ Rob Martine 

Tickets are $15.00 each (non-refundable) 

Tickets may be purchased at the door. Tickets may also be purchased in advance 

by phoning 519-837-5699 or in person at any City of Guelph Recreational 

Facility, such as: Evergreen Seniors Community Centre, Victoria Road 

Recreational Centre, West End Community Centre. 

For more information or to reserve a group table, call Margaret at 519-836-8534 

Or email me at dances@gwsa-guelph.ca 

See website: https://gwsa-guelph.ca/Dancing-at-the-Evergreen/ 


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ART IN THE HALL 

Art in the Hall proudly featured the Guelph Carving Club in the glass display cases outside 

Room 4. Their talent and craftmanship is top notch! If you are interested in seeing more of 

what they do, they meet Mondays from 6 pm to 9 pm at the Evergreen Room 2. If you 

missed their display at the beginning of the summer, you will have an opportunity again 

with their next display, date to be determined. 

SILVERTONES CHOIR 

Do you love to sing, do you read music, or maybe you don’t read music, but you’ve thought of 

joining a choir for the love of singing and fellowship? We are a group of about 50 to 60 seniors 

who get together from September to mid-June on Friday afternoons from 2:00 to 3:30 pm to sing 

and socialize. 

In the past, we sang out at long term 

care homes, retirement homes, 

participated in the Centre’s annual 

variety show and performed for other 

Centre events. During COVID-19, 

these activities had to be put on hold 

and our practices were virtual. We are 

back to practicing at the Centre in 

Room 3 and slowly getting back out 

into the community again to do what 

we love...entertain with song! 

If you are interested in joining our 

group, please call Doreen Muir at 519 

-831-8323 or email at 

muird9007@gmail.com for more 

information. Limited space available. 


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NEW PLANTER BOXES OUTSIDE THE 

LIBRARY 

The City of Guelph put in 5 large planter boxes and 

2 large pots on the balcony behind the Library 

overlooking Riverside Park. City employee, Heidi 

Torreiter, designed one with herbs for the Bistro 

683 chef to use, one of unique succulents, and the 

others are full of gorgeous annuals. In about mid- 

September, there will be a notice 

posted that if anyone would like 

to take one of the plants home, 

there will be an opportunity. 

Thanks to the volunteers who 

have helped with the maintenance 

of these planters! 

Karen Ouellet and Jim Smith - 

Cribbage Silver Medal Winners 

Karen and Jim participated in our OSGA 55+ District 26 

Cribbage Tournament at the Breithaupt Centre in 

Kitchener on Sunday, June 25, 2023. They won silver 

medals and the opportunity to compete with teams from 

across our province at the OSGA 55+ Summer Games in 

Brantford, August 9-11. They won Gold in Brantford 

which qualifies them to represent Ontario at the Canada 

55+ Summer Games next August in Quebec City. 

Last year, Gail Bourhill and Debbie Howard were 

District 26 cribbage champions who went on to win at the 

2022 Summer Games in Peterborough. They competed at 

the 2022 Canada Games competition in Kamloops, B.C., 

where they won gold medals. 


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NEW MEMBER/RETURNING 

MEMBER RECEPTION 

(Returning Members from April-September 2023) 

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2023 

1 – 3 PM 

EVERGREEN SENIORS COMMUNITY CENTRE 

683 WOOLWICH ST., GUELPH 

ROOM 4 

Meet other new or returning members and learn about the many 

activities and programs available to you. 

FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED 

RSVP ATTENDING - karen.kelly@gwsa-guelph.ca 

DOREEN 

PELLIN 

Doreen Pellin passed 

away peacefully at 

home on Monday, 

August 7, 2023 with all 

her family at her side. 

She was in her 79th 

year. 

In her retirement, she 

was a member and 

volunteer with the Guelph Wellington 

Seniors Association for 17 years. Doreen 

was involved in many activities, providing 

background music for dances, fashion 

shows, teaching classes in Bid Euchre and 

SOLO, teaching line-dancing, and served on 

many executives. This is where she formed 

lifelong friendships that she cherished and 

got to share her love of music. 


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RECREATION & LEISURE PROGRAMS for SENIORS 55+ 

held at the Evergreen Seniors Community Centre unless otherwise indicated — call 519-823-1291. 

Please register in person at our recreation facilities, over the phone by calling 519-837-5699, or online at 

recenroll.ca. Registration will open on Wednesday, September 13. 

PLEASE NOTE: Programs may be cancelled if there is low registration, so be sure to register (Fees do not 

include HST). 

VISUAL ARTS 

Landscape Painting 

In this course, students will learn how to create artistic 

representations of natural environments such as 

mountains, forests, waters, fields, coastlines and sunsets. 

Landscape painting can be created using a variety of 

water-based medium: acrylic, watercolour and gouache. 

Although the realistic representation of the natural world 

will be the main approach, exploring landscape through 

illusion is not excluded. The course will cover all that is 

needed to create expressive and dynamic paintings: basic 

techniques, colour mixing, tonal values, elements of 

composition, effects of atmospheric perspective, the ways 

to simplify the shapes and forms, and effective editing of 

photographic references. Throughout the course, there 

will be plenty of short demos, usually at the beginning of 

the class. The course is intended for beginners and 

intermediates. Just bring your supplies, your passion for 

painting, and whatever experience you have and you will 

grow as an artist through expanding your observational 

and artistic skills. 

Course ID: 39048 

Location: West End Community Centre (Room 2) 

Class Length: 3 hours (1-4 p.m.) 

Dates: October 18-December 20 (Wednesday) 

Fees: Member: $144.80 

Non-Member: $166.50 

Watercolour 

This watercolour 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. 


Location: Evergreen Seniors Community Centre 

(Room 2) 

Class Length: 3 hours (9 a.m.-12 p.m.) 

Dates: October 16-December 18 (Monday) 



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. 


Location: Victoria Road Rec Centre 

(Cedar Room) 


Dates: October 17-December 19 (Tuesday) 




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. 


Location: Victoria Road Rec Centre (Cedar Room) 


Dates: October 19-December 21 (Thursday) 



FITNESS 

Cardio and Strength Level 2 

This 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! 

Course ID: Monday: 38793 

Friday: 38809 


(Room 4) 

Class Length: 1 hour (9-10 a.m.) 

Dates: 

Monday: Sept. 25-December 18 

Friday: Sept. 29-December 22 

Fees: Member: $87 


Cardio and Strength Level 3 

Come and challenge your fitness level in this 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! 


Friday: 38807 


(Room 4) 




Dates: 

Monday: Sept. 25-December 18 

Friday: Sept. 29-December 22 



Total Body Conditioning 

This total body conditioning class will challenge the 

active 55+ individual. A cardio warmup will prepare you 

for resistance training, balance, flexibility, and 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. 



(Room 4) 


Dates: Sept. 27-December 20 (Wednesday) 



Introduction to Strength Training 1 

What is strength training all about? How do you get 

started? Which exercises are the best ones? What about 

form? Let us show you the answers! You will go from 

learning the theory behind the importance of strength 

training to mastering the technique behind bodyweight, 

free weight, and barbell training. Our qualified instructors 

will take you through a progressive training program that 

will help you gain a better understanding of exercise and 

program design, help you increase your strength and, most 

importantly, your confidence in and out of the gym. 

Location: West End Community Centre (Fitness Room) 





Dates: Sept. 25-Nov. 6 (Monday) 





Dates: Nov. 13-Dec. 18 (Monday) 



Introduction to Strength Training 2 

Now that you know the basics of strength training (Intro 

to Strength Training 1), we can take your program to the 

next level and learn how to track your workouts and 

create a program with exercises you like while making 

this a habit. Our qualified instructors will take you 

through a progressive training program that will help you 

gain a better understanding of exercise and program 

design, help you increase your strength and, most 

importantly, your confidence in and out of the gym; using 

machines, free weights and resistance bands. Please note 

that it is important that you complete Intro to Strength 

Training 1 before you do this class. 

Location: West End Community Centre (Fitness Room) 





Dates: Sept. 27-Nov. 1 (Wednesday) 





Dates: Nov. 15-Dec. 20 (Wednesday) 



Fluent Body 

Fluent Body is a combination of movement and somatic 

therapy that helps people to be generous to their body and 

mind. We move through different highs, lows, imageries 

and emotions. The journey will be within ourselves, 

supported and reflected in context with the group. 

We will float, breathe, shake, do exercises, vocalize, 

thicken and soften, evaporate and more movement 

explorations. This class is for all abilities. 


Location: Victoria Road Rec Centre (Maple Room) 

Class Length: 1 hours (9-10 a.m.) 

Dates: October Sept. 25-Dec. 18 (Monday) 



Kum Nye 

Kum Nye is a yoga-like, healing practice of Tibetan 

Buddhist tradition that focuses on massage and 

movement to refresh and revitalize the body and mind. 

There are breathing techniques, self-massage, meditations, 

stretching and movement exercises. The practice is 

relaxing and meditative. Join us for a relaxing experience. 



(Room 4) 

Class Length: 1 hour (12:30-1:30 p.m.) 

Dates: Sept. 28-December 21 (Thursday) 



Meditation and Relaxation 

Learn to develop skills to cultivate a different relationship 

to stress, including stress that can result from managing a 

variety of chronic health conditions. 

Sessions include: variety of meditation practices, gentle 

mindful movement practices, reflective and practical 

exercises, and discussions on stress. 

Examples of mindfulness training: 

• Deep breathing 

• Meditation 

• Gentle movement 

Course ID: Tuesday: 38797 

Thursday: 38805 

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(Room 4) 

Class Length: 1 hour 

(12:15-1:15 p.m. Tues.) 

(9:00-10:00 a.m. Thurs.) 

Dates: Sept. 26-Dec. 19 (Tuesday) 

Sept. 28-Dec. 21 (Thursday) 

Fees: Tuesday: Member: $87 


Thursday: Member: $94.25 


OsteoFit 

Part of living well with osteoporosis and/or osteoarthritis 

involves healthy eating and physical activity. Physical 

activity plays an essential role in the treatment of 

osteoporosis by ‘stimulating’ or applying a load on our 

bones to maintain their structure and strength. When 

treating osteoarthritis, it is important to ensure proper 

alignment of joints as well. Exercise and physical activity 

play a vital role and contribute to individuals’ overall 

health and well-being. Four types of exercise are 

necessary in the management of osteoporosis and 

osteoarthritis: strength, posture, and core stability, 

balance, and weight bearing. Join us in this class to get 

moving, improve your strength, balance, and posture, 

and in turn, reduce your risk of falling. 



(Room 4) 

Class Length: 1 hour (10:30-11:30 a.m.) 

Dates: Sept. 27-Dec. 20 (Wednesday) 



Release Your Hips, Change Your Life! 

Do your hips get fatigued and sore? Come, learn 

stretches/exercises to help your largest joints work to their 

potential so you can do all the things you love to do! 







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. 



(Room 4) 

Class Length: 1 hour (12-1 p.m.) 




Falling Prevention and Navigation 

In this program, participants will learn practical exercises 

for preventing falls in day-to-day life, as well as tools to 

aid in negotiating a fall, should it occur. We will focus on 

building knowledge of the body to increase confidence in 

movement. It will include: exercises for increasing 

proprioception (for the feet, eyes, and spine) — study of 

walking mechanics to invite mindful movement — 

practice of ramping and spiralling pathways for support in 

falling - explorations of how to use the limbs and body for 

counterbalance 



(Room 4) 


Dates: Sept. 25-Dec. 18 (Monday) 



TAI CHI 

Tai Chi – Beginner 

This program welcomes those who are new to Tai Chi as 

well as those who are wishing to reinforce the 

foundations. Focusing on the basic vocabulary of the 

stances and co-ordination of the postures, this meditative 

movement practice is accessible to all. 



(Room 4) 





Tai Chi – Intermediate 

Learn the meditative movement practice of Tai Chi 

Chuan. This session focuses on the Yang Style 37-Posture 

Form. It is advised to have previous experience with Tai 

Chi Chuan movements and foundations for this class. 



(Room 4) 





QI GONG 

Qi Gong 1 

This program 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 



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forms, this style incorporates therapeutic exercise, self 

massage and meditation. This class will focus on the core 

routines and is suitable for both new and returning 

participants. 



(Room 4) 

Class Length: 1-1/2 hour (12-1:30 p.m.) 

Dates: Sept. 25-Dec. 18 (Monday) 



Qi Gong 1 

Discover this ancient healing practice that has been a part 

of Chinese Medicine for thousands of years. Qigong 

includes a variety of exercises, including slow meditative 

movements, shaking and tapping, and acupressure and 

self-massage. This program will guide participants 

through a series of gentle movements along with 

supplementary meditations, exercises, and self-massage 

techniques to boost immunity and enhance overall wellbeing. 



(Room 4) 

Class Length: 1 hour (11 a.m.-12 p.m.) 




YOGA 

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, 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. 


Wednesday: 38800 


(Room 4) 


Monday: 11 a.m.-12 p.m. 

Wednesday: 9:15-10:15 a.m. 

Dates: 

Sept. 25-Dec.18 (Monday) 

Sept. 27-Dec. 20 (Wednesday) 



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. 

Participants must have the mobility to move from 

standing positions to lying/sitting on a mat on the floor. 

Course ID: Tuesday: 38798 

Thursday: 38806 

Friday: 38810 

Location: 

Victoria Road Recreation Centre (Maple Room) 

(Tuesday) 

Evergreen Seniors Community Centre (Room 4) 

(Thursday & Friday) 


Tuesday: 2-3 p.m. 

Thursday: 2-3 p.m. 

Friday: 10:15-11:15 a.m. 

Dates: 

Sept. 26-Dec. 19 (Tuesday) 

Sept. 28-Dec. 21 (Thursday) 

Sept. 29-Dec. 22 (Friday) 



Yoga for Brain Health 

This course brings together ancient Indian yogic practices 

of movement, breath and meditation along with new pain 

research, the latest strength and mobility training, and 

best practices in yoga for Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) 

and trauma. It uses repetition of concepts and actions. The 

pace, format and tone of this course is especially designed 

for people with mild brain injuries, those living with Post 

Concussion Syndrome, and stroke survivors. 



(Room 4) 





Yoga Nidra 

Nidra actually means sleep. This class will promote 

restorative relaxation by using deep breathing methods, 

guided visualization, and progressive relaxation using 

very specific techniques involving 4 senses. Feel rested 

and renewed! 



Class Length: 1 hour (1-2 p.m.) 




SPECIAL EVENTS 

Evergreen Gardens Workshop — Fall Sculptures: 

Touch in the Garden 

The plants in the garden boxes have been selected to 

engage each of our senses. In this workshop, we’ll 

connect with the plants that have been selected for their 

interest to our sense of touch. Many of these plants can be 

brought inside for enjoyment in the winter, so we will 

begin dismantling the gardens to save them from winter 



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See Puzzles on pgs. 16 & 17 



frost as we continue to enjoy them inside. We’ll practice 

slowing down and focusing on just one sense, and choose 

the plants for our sculptures or wreaths with an emphasis 

on touch. Materials from the Evergreen gardens outside 

will also be available for use. 



(Board Room) 

Course Length: 2 hours (2:30-4:30 p.m.) 

Date: September 12 (Tuesday) 

Fee: Members: Free 

Non-Members: Free 

Fall Table Arrangement Making Workshop (Living 

Flowers) 

Learn to create a beautiful fresh table arrangement for 

your dinner table for Thanksgiving. Karen will teach you 

how to create an oblong table arrangement with beautiful 

long-lasting fresh florals, in a reusable container. Your 

Thanksgiving table will look amazing this year! You will 

be taught placement and balance with beautiful fall 

colours from roses to alstroemeria, carnations, eucalyptus 

and berries and more. We will be working with a stunning 

combination of fresh flowers and foliage and maybe even 

a little harvest! Once you’re done this floral design class 

you will be wanting to make arrangements for everyone 

and every room. 

Tools needed — clippers/pruners/floral knife 



(Room 2) 


Date: October 6 (Friday) 

Fee: Members: $100 

Non-Members: $115 

Fall Fashion Show 

Join us for the Fall Fashion Show. This will be a fun 

afternoon where you see models from the Evergreen 

Seniors Centre model Fall Fashions from Cleo’s. 



(Auditorium) 

Course Length: 2 hours (1-3 p.m.) 


Fee: Members: $10.00 

Non-Members: $10.00 

Pumpkin Carving Night 

Pumpkin Carving at the Evergreen! This is a free event 

but we ask that participants provide a cash donation of 

your choice for the FAIR program or a non-perishable 

food donation for the food bank if possible. Come in a 

costume or come as you are — all are welcome! All 

materials are provided. Pumpkins will be pre-hollowed 

for your convenience. Listen to music and enjoy a treat 

while you carve! Staff and volunteers will be on site to 

help if need be. Take your pumpkin creation with you at 

the end of the night or leave for display at the Evergreen 

Seniors Centre! 



(Room 4) 

Course Length: 2 hours (6-8 p.m.) 


Fee: Members: Free 

Non-Members: Free 

Holiday Door Wreath Making Workshop (Artificial/ 

Natural Materials) 

In this floral design workshop, you will learn to decorate 

a full-size Holiday wreath. Working with an assortment of 

festive natural and artificial products, like pinecones, 

nuts, artificial fruit, berries and dried lotus pods, 

cinnamon sticks, pepper berries, ribbons, etc. This wreath 

is full of all the natural elements and textures of the 

Holiday season, from balsam to pine. It will be a beautiful 

addition to your Christmas décor. This modern and festive 

wreath looks real, and you will be able to enjoy it for 

years. 

Tools needed – glue gun/ glue/ wire cutters/ clippers or 

pruners. 



(Room 2) 


Date: November 17 (Friday) 

Fee: Members: $120 

Non-Members: $138 

Community Craft Sale 

Get started on your holiday shopping with the 

Community Craft Sale. Local vendors will be displaying a 

variety of hand-crafted items to help you get ready for the 

upcoming season. Please note that registration/payment 

is for vendors only. This is a free event to attend. 



(Auditorium) 

Course Length: 4 hours (9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.) 

Date: November 25 (Saturday) 

Fee: 1 table: $20.00 

2 tables: Additional $15 ($35) 

3 tables: Additional $25 ($45) 

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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. 

FOR SALE 

Pride scooter. Gently used, colour candy apple, 

always stored indoors. You have to see it to 

believe the condition it is in. Call Leona at 519 

-546-9993. 

Walker for sale. Sturdy and very good 

condition. Asking $100 or best offer. Call 519- 

824-0865. 

Men’s golf clubs: 3 woods with head covers, 

Snake Eyes, Viper 5-9 irons, pitching wedge, 

sand wedge - asking $50. Maxi Fly irons 3-9, 

asking $20. One dart board in cabinet with 2 

sets of darts, asking $20. Call 519-824-6364. 

Tony Little Gazzelle Spring Master. Asking 

$20. Call 519-766-1151. 

Unfortunately, I no longer have need of certain 

medications for dogs. Fortekor, 2.5 mg tab: 19 

tablets. Vetmedin, 2.5 mg Pimobendan 

capsules: 88 capsules. Vetmedin, 5 mg 

capsules: 12 capsules. Tacrolimus (oil) .02% 

Opthalmic drops, unopened. If you can use 

them, please contact me. 416-706-3971. 

Is Joint Replacement In Your Future? 

‘OSSUR’ ice therapy machine with universal 

joint pad in original packaging. Highly 

recommended by Orthopedic Surgeons. Used 3 

times/day for two weeks. Purchased from a 

surgeon at over $400. Asking $125.00. Call 

Will at 226-979-5796. 

Free advertising for GWSA members 

ONLY. 

PLEASE REMEMBER TO 

INCLUDE YOUR NAME AND PHONE 

NUMBER WITH YOUR ITEM(S). 


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OUR EVERGREEN LIBRARY 

We are open 

Monday to Friday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. 

Book Review by Diane Dyke 

The Golden Son by Shilpi Somaya Gowda 

The Golden Son is a wonderful story set in two countries, India and the United States. 

The main character, Anil, is a young Indian man who dreams of moving to America and 

becoming a doctor. However, Anil’s father is the head of their clan and the arbitrator of 

disputes between clan members. As the oldest son, Anil is expected to follow in his father’s 

footsteps. Gowda explores Anil’s struggle between wanting freedom to pursue his own path 

and the family responsibilities he feels he must honour. 

When Anil moves to America, he leaves behind his childhood friend, Leena. She dreams 

of living a life like her parents. They enjoyed a happy life filled with love and family. Her 

parents arrange a marriage for her to a man in another village. But the happy life she hoped 

for is elusive and she discovers how life can be hard and sometimes unbelievably cruel. 

Gowda creates beautifully rich characters and explores their struggles and triumphs. She 

also gives us a glimpse of life in rural India as well as the hectic life of a medical resident in 

the United States. The Golden Son is a well-crafted story that will keep you engaged to the 

very end. 


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Ontario Senior Games Association 

District 26 Waterloo/Wellington’s 

“Senior Badminton Tournament” 

Qualifying and Recreational Levels 

55+ and 65+ Register for: 

Qualifying: to have a chance to compete for Provincials! 

Recreational: if you are looking for “fun” games! 

Saturday, October 21, 2023 

2:30-8:30 p.m. 

KW Badminton Club, 69 Agnes St., Kitchener 

Events: 55+ and 65+ Men’s and Ladies’ Doubles and Mixed Doubles 

All players must pay an OSGA annual membership fee and sign a waiver at www.osga55plus.ca. 

For more information, contact Debbie at dwaitson54@gmail.com or 226-606-8476. Please fill out 

the appropriate list for Qualifying or Recreational, then you can pick up your registration form 

from your badminton organizer. 2024 Ontario 55+ Winter Games are February 6-8, 2024, in Orillia, 

Ontario, for Qualifying finalists only. 


EXPLORING EUROPE 

by Anne Cookson 

I’ll never forget the trip I took in the 

summer of 1967, all across Europe. I was a 

teenager exploring a different world than the 

one I was familiar with. It was my father who 

had the good idea of having me go with other 

young students that just graduated from high 

school, before they attended college or 

university. I was excited and looking forward 

to meeting other students I had never met, as 

we were all travelling across different parts of 

Europe. 

This trip was organized by Horizon 

Holidays Tours, and the host who was 

arranging these student tours had weekly 

meetings at his house. We had our itinerary 

with the list of places and hotels we were 

going to visit. It would be the first time I had 

experience in getting my passport and 

vaccinations all ready for this special holiday. 

We were assigned to groups as there were 

many of us going on these excursions. Each 

group comprised of an experienced tour 

guide who was responsible for being sure we 

were safe and escorted us throughout the 

summer trip. 

We were to travel across France, 

Switzerland, Germany, England and Italy. I 

loved every minute of it! This was my first 

experience flying in a plane from Toronto to 

New York. As we arrived in New York, the 

huge cruise ship was waiting for us at New 

York Harbor. Once on the ship, the 

passengers waved excitedly at crowds below 

on the dock as the ship blasted its horn and 

the view from the dock became a distant blur. 

It took about five days but, as we were on the 

ship, I was able to smell and appreciate the 

massive endless beautiful ocean ahead and 

observe other ships passing by us. 

Upon our arrival at the Port of Le Harve, 

we were placed into 12 groups. I loved the 

fact that I was feeling my growing 

independence as this was my first time away, 

many miles from my family, and I was 

grateful that our small group got along well 

together. 

We went on the small mini 

Volkswagen vans, visiting the 

Paris countryside, going to 

the small village cafes, and 

buying our cheese, bread, and fruit, 

and sat out in the sunny weather enjoying our 

country picnic as we watched the cows 

grazing in the pasture. I even had the nerve to 

stand up on the seats of the van like others 

did as it travelled through the cities we were 

visiting to get a better view of our 

surroundings. 

We explored and hiked the Swiss Alps and 

cruised down the Rhine River as we sang the 

popular ‘60s songs. I remember visiting 

Venice, Italy and our group taking a gondola 

ride down the Grand Canal. 

I was impressed when I visited London and 

by some of the old cobblestone worn 

sidewalks, and the tea shops with their 

scones, tasty berry jams with Devonshire 

cream, and their choice of sweet herbal or 

black teas to choose from. 

In fact, at all the regions I visited through 

this wonderful trip I loved, the food I ate, and 

had no concerns about trying different ethnic 

European dishes, it was good experience for 

me. 

The two months went quickly and I so 

appreciated the wisdom my father had in 

allowing me to go on this European 

adventure. I look back at this trip as a forever 

reminder of how blessed I was for taking a 

trip across Europe when I could. Right now, I 

explore Canada, which reminds me of the 

European countryside with the vast B.C. and 

Alberta mountain ranges, the Atlantic and 

Pacific oceans, and beautiful old-growth 

forests, the fishing villages along the B.C. 

and Maritime provinces. There is so much 

that I appreciate after getting a taste of 

Europe and how much it reminds me of 

landscapes of our beautiful country I call 

Canada that I will continue to explore. 

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Thursday, October 12, 2023 

A Day In St. Marys, Stratford & Shakespeare 

Total cost: $80.00 - members only (non-refundable) Code - 40490 

Registration starts on Monday, August 21, 2023 

Booking deadline: Wednesday, September 20, 2023 

Join us as we explore 3 historic and scenic communities. Trip will include a visit to a museum and 

free time to browse the shops. Lunch will be on your own (not included in price). There will be a lot 

of walking. 

Departure from Evergreen: 9 am, Carousel: 9:10 am Return: 6:00 pm 

Cost of $80.00 includes coach transportation, tip for driver and admission to museum. 

Refund Policy: This trip is NON-REFUNDABLE; doctor’s certificates will not be accepted. Should 

there be a mandatory provincial shutdown due to COVID-19, or GWSA cancels the trip due to lack 

of participation, all participants will receive a full refund to their method of payment. Don’t Wait! 

That means booking your trip before the trip must be cancelled due to low participation. 

Accessibility: Unfortunately, there is no wheelchair accessibility on this trip. Travellers who can 

transfer to a coach seat may have their collapsible, manual wheelchair or walker stored in the cargo 

area of the coach. 

Parking: Please DO NOT park your vehicles in the Evergreen parking lot while you are on a day 

trip. Vehicles must be left at the Carousel parking area in Riverside Park where you will board the 

bus. This allows for other members to have a place to park when they come throughout the day. 

PROCEDURES FOR BOOKING THIS TRIP: All participants will be required to have a current 

GWSA membership. If your membership needs renewal, please see the front desk staff at the Centre. 

Please bring the completed contact list available on the GWSA website located on the Trips, Travel 

and Tours page. If you are unable to print this form, copies will be available from a Travel 

Committee member the day of the trip. 

Registration will be available until the trip is fully booked, or booking is closed on Wed., Sept. 20, 

2023. 

Register online (preferred): Sign up for a RecEnroll account with the City of Guelph. MasterCard, 

Visa, Amex and/or Visa Debit are accepted for online booking https://cityofguelph.perfectmind.com/ 

SocialSite/MemberRegistration/MemberSignIn 

Register by telephone: By contacting Customer Service at the Evergreen Seniors Centre at 519-823 

-1291. As of January 1, 2023, credit card information is no longer accepted over the telephone. If 

you wish to make a telephone payment, you must first save your credit card on your RecEnroll 

account. Customers can also pre-purchase a City Card or an account credit in person at any of our 

recreation facilities to be used towards future purchases by telephone. 

Register at the front desk at the Evergreen until the trip is fully booked, or booking is closed on 

Wed., Sept. 20, 2023. 

Please put the date on your calendar and arrive on time. 


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Tuesday, November 21, 2023 

Vaughan Mills Shopping Mall, Vaughan Mills, Ontario 

Total cost: $65.00 - members only (non refundable) Code - 40491 

Registration starts Thursday, September 28, 2023 

Booking deadline is Friday, October 27, 2023 

Join us for the day at a place where fashion, plus outlets, dining and entertainment equals a destination 

like no other. As one of Canada’s largest enclosed shopping centres, Vaughan Mills offers a truly 

unforgettable visitor experience. This trip will take place just in time for Christmas shopping. You will 

have a full day for leisurely browsing, shopping, lunch and breaks. Lunch is on your own. 

The cost includes coach transportation and driver tip. 

Leave Evergreen Centre: 9:30 am, Carousel: 9:40 am Return: 5:30 pm 

Refund Policy: This trip is NON-REFUNDABLE; doctor’s certificates will not be accepted. Should 

there be a mandatory provincial shutdown due to COVID-19, or GWSA cancels the trip due to lack of 

participation, all participants will receive a full refund to their method of payment. Don’t Wait! That 

means booking your trip before the trip must be cancelled due to low participation. 

Accessibility: Unfortunately there is no wheelchair accessibility on this trip. Travellers who can 

transfer to a coach seat may have their collapsible, manual wheelchair or walker stored in the cargo 

area of the coach. 

Parking: Please DO NOT park your vehicles in the Evergreen parking lot while you are on a day trip. 

Vehicles must be left at the Carousel parking area in Riverside Park where you will board the bus. This 

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

PROCEDURES FOR BOOKING THIS TRIP: All participants will be required to have a current 

GWSA membership. If your membership needs renewal, please see the front desk staff at the Centre. 

Please bring the completed contact list available on the GWSA website located on the Trips, Travel and 

Tours page. If you are unable to print this form, copies will be available from a Travel Committee 

member the day of the trip. 

Registration will be available until the trip is fully booked, or booking is closed Friday, October 27, 

2023. 

Register online (preferred): Sign up for a RecEnroll account with the City of Guelph. MasterCard, 

Visa, Amex and/or Visa Debit are accepted for online booking https://cityofguelph.perfectmind.com/ 

SocialSite/MemberRegistration/MemberSignIn 

Register by telephone: By contacting Customer Service at the Evergreen Seniors Centre at 519-823- 

1291. As of January 1, 2023, credit card information is no longer accepted over the telephone. If you 

wish to make a telephone payment, you must first save your credit card on your RecEnroll account. 

Customers can also pre-purchase a City Card or an account credit in person at any of our recreation 

facilities to be used towards future purchases by telephone. 

Register at the front desk at the Evergreen until the trip is fully booked, or booking is closed Friday, 

October 27, 2023. 

Please put the date on your calendar and be on time. 


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Bistro 683 - September 2023 

The Evergreen Restaurant is open to the public 

and serves a large variety of menu items that are 

available from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm, Monday to 

Friday (except holidays): 

Full Breakfast Plate Sandwiches 

Breakfast Sandwich Homemade Soups 

French Toast 

Fresh Bakery Items 

Toasted Western Sandwich Hamburgers 

Daily Breakfast Specials Salads 

Beverages 

Breakfast is served starting at 9:00 am. The daily 

featured Lunch is served from 11 am to 1 pm 

Monday to Friday 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. 

Featured Hot Lunch 

$7.50 + tax 

Each hot lunch is served as a full and balanced, 

nutritional meal. 

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. 

CHECK IT OUT!!! 

NOW FOR SALE IN THE BISTRO 

GWSA COFFEE MUGS 

$7.00 (HST INCLUDED) 

BREAKFAST served starting at 9:00 am 

FEATURED LUNCH served 11 am to 1:00 pm 

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday 

1 

Pizza and Wings 

4 CLOSED 5 

Quiche 

6 

Sausage and 

Mashed Potatoes 

7 

Beef Pot Roast 

8 

Chicken Caesar 

Salad 

11 

12 

13 

14 

15 

Liver and Onions 

Breaded Chicken 

Chicken and 

Dumpling Stew 

Chicken Club on a 

Bun 

Pork Roast 

18 

19 

20 

21 

22 

Turkey Meatloaf 

Sausage Pasta Bake 

Fish Cakes 

GWSA BBQ 

Cabbage Rolls 

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Butter Chicken 

Turkey Burger 

Beef and Broccoli 

Turkey Dinner 

Haddock and 

Potato Wedges

September 2023 issue-online

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