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The Sentinel - April 2024

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The Sentinel - April 2024 — Vol. 48, No. 8

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 PRESIDENT 

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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 

Cathryn Corissoz 

Elizabeth Steggles 

Yvonne Thomas 

Jeff Millard 

The Sentinel Team 

Carol Croft — Adminstrator, Printer 

Linda Green — Editor, Printer 

George Hughes — Printer 

Ray Miller — Part-time Assistant 

All of the above GWSA members 

are Volunteers. 

City Staff 

TBA — Supervisor, Senior Services 

Jill Hunt — Customer Service Clerk 

Jenn Bucci — Recreation Program 

Co-ordinator — Senior Services 

Becky MacDonald — Recreation 

Co-ordinator — Volunteers 

Mark Leeming — Chef 

Joan Moynihan — Sous Chef 

Kitchen & Dining Room Staff — Volunteers 

Earlier in the year, I had mentioned that I would be touching base on the 

topic of Artificial Intelligence (AI). This was deferred due to 2 very 

important Messages From The GWSA Board President, Pat Gage. 

April has arrived! Don’t get fooled on the 1st! 

Before I touch base on raising the awareness of some really impacting 

programs/initiatives, including AI, I want to mention the new GWSA 

Office location at The Evergreen. There is now direct access from the 

hallway and new signage above the entrance door. (My favourite thing 

about the new office is the “awesomely cute” decorated flower pots above 

Executive Director Linda Jeffrey’s desk. I WANT THEM ALL! 

I was chatting with some family/friends on the topic of Artificial 

Intelligence (AI) and how it supports and can further support our senior 

population. Not only that, but programs and technology presently worth 

mentioning. 

Below are 3 situations where a smart watch, a battery-operated bracelet, 

technology, including AI, is/can be really significant in supporting the 

senior population. Due to the importance of the information, I have 

included the links AND also noted parts (or most) of the information to 

support those that don’t have the ability to follow the links. (The links may 

also provide you with future status updates on the initiatives). Finally, due 

to the importance of the information, I have not altered it. 

1) A good place to start is Guelph Today in which it was reported that 

Guelph Police are crediting a senior’s smart watch for getting him the 

help he needed in an emergency. “At around 7:45 a.m. on Wednesday, 

police received an automated 911 call from an Apple Watch, which 

indicated its user had fallen and provided their location in a commercial 

parking lot. Police communicators were able to contact the wearer, a man in 

his late 70s, who was having trouble speaking. Emergency crews were then 

sent to the area and helped the man, who had fallen on ice.” 

https://www.guelphtoday.com/police/smart-watch-brings-help-forsenior-who-fell-8160489 

Evergreen Seniors Community Centre 

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.: 519-837-5699 / 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 

2) Project Lifesaver Guelph Wellington 

https://vswguelph.on.ca/programs/project-lifesaver-wellington 

“Project Lifesaver Guelph Wellington assists caregivers and responds to the 

challenges of keeping loved ones safe when they wander due to 

Alzheimer’s, Autism or other forms of cognitive impairment. 

Participants wear a battery-operated bracelet that sends an FM radio 

signal 24 hours a day. It even works in areas such as buildings and forests. 

Volunteers from Victim Services Wellington visit each client once a month 

to change the battery. 

When a caregiver tells their local police service that a client has gone 

missing, trained police officers will use Project Lifesaver equipment to 

search for and locate the missing person. 

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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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(Continued from page 3) 

• Time it takes to find missing people with Project 

Lifesaver average 30 minutes — 95% less time than 

without. 

• Project Lifesaver has a 100% find rate. 

Project Lifesaver does not replace the position of a 

caregiver, but it is a tool that can save lives and reduce 

stress felt by family members. 

There is a start-up fee to join the program as well as a 

monthly cost to maintain the equipment.” 

3) The Seniors Helpers website wrote a great blog on how 

AI can improve the lives of the elderly (link below) 

https://www.seniorhelpers.ca/blog/how-ai-technologycan-improve-the-lives-of-the-elderly 

“Artificial intelligence (AI) technology holds great 

potential for enhancing the lives of elderly individuals. 

With an aging population, AI-driven solutions offer 

opportunities to address challenges and improve the wellbeing 

of seniors. In this blog post, we will explore some 

ways in which new AI technology can support the elderly 

today and in the near future. 

Better Health Monitoring and Personalized Care 

AI can revolutionize healthcare for the elderly by 

providing efficient and personalized monitoring and care. 

Wearable devices with AI algorithms can continuously 

track vital signs and detect abnormalities, alerting 

caregivers or medical professionals in real-time. This 

technology acts as an early warning system for potential 

health issues, allowing for prompt interventions and 

reducing the risk of adverse events. AI-powered virtual 

assistants can remind seniors to take medications, 

schedule appointments, and offer helpful advice on 

managing chronic conditions. 

Enabling Independent Living 

Maintaining independence is crucial for seniors, and AI 

technology can play a significant role in supporting their 

autonomy. Smart home systems integrated with AI can 

adapt to seniors' daily routines and preferences. Voiceactivated 

assistants like Amazon’s Alexa or Google 

Assistant can assist with various tasks such as turning on 

lights, adjusting room temperature, or ordering groceries. 

AI-powered home monitoring systems can ensure safety 

by detecting falls or accidents and notifying emergency 

services if needed. These advancements empower seniors 

to comfortably age in place while providing an added 

layer of security. 

Cognitive Assistance and Social Engagement 

Memory loss and cognitive decline are common 

challenges among older adults. AI applications can assist 

with cognitive support, memory enhancement, and mental 

stimulation. Virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality 

(AR) technologies offer immersive experiences that can 

improve cognitive function and memory recall. AI 

chatbots and virtual companions provide companionship, 

engage in conversations, and play cognitive games to 

stimulate mental agility. Additionally, AI-driven social 

robots can alleviate loneliness and isolation among 

seniors by offering companionship, reminding them of 

medication schedules, and facilitating communication 

with loved ones through video calls. 

Age-Friendly Transportation and Mobility Solutions 

Maintaining mobility is essential for an active lifestyle 

and independence. AI technology can enhance 

transportation options for the elderly, ensuring safer and 

more accessible journeys. Self-driving cars equipped with 

AI systems can help seniors travel independently, 

especially those who are unable to drive due to physical 

limitations or cognitive impairments. These vehicles can 

adapt to the needs of older adults, providing personalized 

assistance and reducing reliance on public transportation. 

AI-powered navigation apps can also offer real-time 

guidance, considering factors such as mobility 

limitations, traffic conditions, and accessibility, to make 

commuting easier and more efficient. 

Integrating AI technology into the lives of the elderly 

presents a transformative opportunity to address their 

unique challenges. 

By harnessing the power of AI, we can improve health 

monitoring, promote independent living, provide 

cognitive assistance, foster social engagement, and 

enhance transportation and mobility options. As AI 

continues to advance, its potential to positively impact the 

lives of the elderly will grow, enabling them to age 

gracefully, maintain their dignity, and experience a higher 

quality of life. 

It is important to embrace these innovations and ensure 

their accessibility to all seniors to build a future where 

technology empowers and supports every generation.” 

Your GWSA Board is committed to keeping you 

informed through a number of ways and means, including 

email updates, meeting minutes, our GWSA website, the 

Sentinel, and our wonderful Welcome Desk, to name a 

few. We encourage your respectful feedback and ideas to 

keep us all moving forward and making our GWSA 

intentional, effective and engaging!! 

Enjoy your April! Stay safe and informed! 

Till next time! 

Donna Keating 

Vice Chair/Vice President 

Guelph Wellington Seniors Association (GWSA) 

donna.keating@gwsa-guelph.ca 


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THE EDITOR’S PAGE 

by Linda Green 

Earth Day 2024: How to Celebrate Earth Day 

Celebrated every year on April 22, Earth Day is the 

largest environmental event in the world. More than six 

million Canadians - including nearly every school-aged 

child - participate in an Earth Day activity in their 

communities. Hundreds of organizations across the 

country engage Canadians in annual celebrations of this 

special day. 

Founded in 1990, Earth Day Canada is a national 

environmental charity. Free, year-round, award-winning 

programs are available to educate and inspire Canadians 

of all ages. Here are some ideas to inspire you this year. 

Support Our Pollinators! 

Bring native bees and other pollinating creatures to your 

garden. One way to do this is by selecting the right plants 

this season with pollinator-friendly plants. 

Plant a Tree! 

We love our trees! They capture carbon, cool overheated 

places, benefit agriculture, support pollinators, 

reduce the risk of disease transmission, and boost local 

economies. Did you know that planting one oak tree 

brings in more insect and bird species than an entire yard 

of plants? Talk to your local government about planting 

more trees and native garden beds in public spaces, or 

consider planting your own on your property! 

Use Wildflowers and Native Plants 

Wildflowers and indigenous species are not only 

beautiful but also attract native and beneficial insects that 

improve both pest control and pollination, meaning bigger 

flowers and better harvests. Try to simply add a couple of 

native plants to your garden each year, and you’ll be 

amazed at the difference - they’ll bring in pollinators as 

well as birds! 

Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle in the Garden 

Caring about yourself and nature means being less 

wasteful and saving money, too. Who could argue with 

this? If you are a gardener, here’s an idea: 

Buy in bulk when you know that you’ll need a lot of 

topsoil, mulch, compost, or other materials. This cuts 

down on plastic bags. Many garden centres will even 

deliver right to your yard. 

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. 

Personal Donations 

Online donations to the GWSA are done through 

Canada Helps. Canada Helps is a registered 

Canadian charity and non-profit social enterprise. 

Visit https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/ 

guelphwellington-seniors-association/ to access 

Canada Helps. Their mission is to increase 

charitable giving, and it’s critical that they pass 

along as much as possible out of every dollar they 

collect. You receive a tax receipt for 100% of the 

value of your donation. 

April 5, 2024, is the deadline for 

submissions for the 

May Sentinel. 

Email submissions to: sentinel@gwsa-guelph.ca 

or drop yours off at the Evergreen Front Desk. 

Distribution of the May issue 

is on April 25, 2024. 

Editor is not responsible for quality of submitted photos 

(but we’ll do our best). 


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Volunteer Corner from Becky MacDonald 

National Volunteer Week 

April 14-20, 2024 

GWSA COMMITTEES 

Secretary – Membership and Marketing 

Committee 

The Committee needs a secretary to take the minutes 

of the meeting and distribute to all members. 

Meetings take place on the fourth Tuesday of each 

month in the Board Room from 9:30-11:00 a.m. 

Technology Committee 

If you are interested in volunteering remotely and 

enjoy working on the computer, the committee is 

looking for: An E-Blast Volunteer (30 minutes once 

a month) and a Website Volunteer (3-5 hours 

weekly). 

Travel Committee - Secretary/Minute Taker 

The committee is looking for someone who is 

interested in listening and capturing the discussions 

taking place. Compiling the notes and sending them 

out via email to the committee following the once-amonth 

meeting. Come join in, meet new friends, and 

have fun! 

Celebrating all volunteers during this 

week and throughout the year. Thank you 

for everything you do! 

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. 

Those who do not have access to a computer, 

training dates will be set up for you to attend in the 

near future. 

Bistro 683 - Coffee Position 

Join the Bistro 683 team of volunteers! An opening 

every other Tuesday afternoon from 12:00-3:00 p.m. 

in the Bistro. Greet patrons, make coffee, serve hot 

beverages and assist in keeping the dining room 

clean. 

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 customer 

service 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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VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT - RAY 

“As you grow older, you will discover that you have two 

hands – one for helping yourself, and the other for 

helping others.” 

Shortly after retiring, and looking for something to do, 

Ray joined the GWSA. As she liked to play cards, she 

joined a group of members in playing euchre. After 

enjoying the benefits of being a member, Ray wanted to 

contribute to the GWSA as a volunteer. When a position 

as Treasurer of Bid Euchre became available, Ray 

decided that was a fit for her as she loved the game and 

had some financial experience and skills from her past 

employment. Ray also contributes her time as a volunteer 

with the Sentinel, assisting with photocopying, printing 

and other administrative tasks. 

Ray describes volunteering as “not a glory thing” but a 

two-way street - a give and take. She says she doesn’t 

need to be recognized as a volunteer but rather that she 

feels better when she volunteers and gains pleasure from 

the camaraderie of her co-volunteers. She has made some 

very close friendships and great connections at the 

Evergreen Centre. Ray gains a lot of pleasure knowing 

that she has chosen to volunteer with her ‘own free will’ 

and feels like she gains a ‘sense of control’ over her life, 

especially after the isolation and loss of control during 

COVID. When asked if she would recommend 

volunteering to others, she stated, “everyone is an 

individual and only they can decide if volunteering is for 

them. Try it out first - find your niche if you can.” 

EVERGREEN MARKET 

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

insertion (i.e., in Sept. issue — removed from Dec. 

issue); if you wish it to remain in longer, please 

contact The Sentinel office and/or leave us a message. 

If your item sells, please let us know so that we can 

remove it. NO ‘Accommodation’ or ‘Vehicle’ ads 

will be included in the Evergreen Market. Such ads 

will be treated as advertising inserted within these 

pages at the current Sentinel advertising rates plus 

HST. 

Thank you, Sentinel Administrator 

FOR SALE 

Coleman dome tent, new, light-weight. 57” high, 7 ft. 

wide by 8 ft. deep (fits queen size air mattress). 

43”x47” vestibule. Waterproof floor, Weathertec 

system. Asking $80. Call Linda 519-823-8665. 

Free Epson printer ink cartridges, 3/4 full. Epson #69, 

black, cyan, magenta and yellow. Call Lily at 519-763- 

0966. 

Radio for sale: Westinghouse 1942 floor model radio 

with AM band plus five short wave bands. Listen to 

Ray describes herself as 

a hyper person who “can’t 

sit still” and who “loves to 

constantly learn.” She 

loves to read and is 

constantly at the Library 

seeking out different 

genres but mainly 

mysteries. Her love of 

travel took her recently on 

a Riverboat Cruise on the 

Seine, where she 

encountered new 

adventures and people. 

Turning the negative into 

positive, Ray loves to 

laugh as much as possible in all kinds of situations. Part 

of her positive outlook is to be as non-judgemental as 

possible – not judging a book by its cover.” Keeping her 

mind as sharp as possible is extremely important to Ray 

and one of the ways to accomplish this is to play online 

Pyramid Solitaire. 

The GWSA does recognize Ray’s contribution as a 

volunteer and thanks her for all that she does at the 

Evergreen Centre! 

A thank you goes out as well to all of the volunteers 

who contribute their time with Bid Euchre and the 

Sentinel! 

Written by: Jessie Watt, Volunteer 

broadcasts from all over the world. This is a beautiful 

piece of World War II heritage furniture. $400. Call 

Ken Fugler 519-767-0145. 

Women’s bicycle for sale. Excellent condition. Includes 

helmet, air pump and saddlebag. Asking $200. Portable 

digital camera, “Power Shot” A59015 with 

attachments, and carrying case. In good working order. 

Asking $20. Call 519-821-9797. 

Orthex Symbia 18 degree cushion (pillow). New but 

tried once. In its original packaging. Bought from 

Wellwise by Shoppers for over $100. Good for back 

relief, efficient digestion, clear breathing, sleep 

stability. Asking $50. Air Cast for the right foot, size 

M. Used, like new. Only worn with knee socks. Bought 

from Grand River Hospital for over $100. Asking $50. 

Call 519-778-4498. 

Walker for sale, 1 year old. Suitable for person 5 ft. to 

5’5”. Asking $100. Call Rick at 519-821-2154. 

Free advertising for GWSA members ONLY. 

PLEASE REMEMBER TO INCLUDE YOUR 

NAME AND PHONE NUMBER WITH YOUR 

ITEM(S). 


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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 

Art in the Hall is an opportunity 

for all artisans associated with the 

GWSA to showcase their work. It 

has been running for many years 

and will continue to display the 

fine artistic talents of GWSA members. 

Over the past year the following 

groups have participated: Rug 

Hooking, Quilting, West End and 

West Hills Art Groups, Bunka, 

Photography and the Guelph Carving 

Club. Work can be offered for 

sale or display only. 

A portion of the proceeds from 

each sale is given to the GWSA. If 

you have not had an opportunity to 

see the fine work, please make 

your way down the hall towards the 

library and look outside Room 4 

for the display. Two large walls 

have been dedicated to hanging art 

and window space is also available 

for smaller items. Generally, art is 

displayed for a two month period. 

If you wish to buy a piece, please 

advise the staff at the front desk 

and they will be happy to assist you 

in making a purchase. Enjoy the 

changing displays. I trust you will 

be amazed by the talent! 

Badminton 

The Badminton Club continues to 

be a thriving and popular club with 

a full membership capped at 115. 

Our play days and times are provided 

under GWSA Groups & Activities 

Contact Information separately 

in the Sentinel. 

In addition to badminton, the 

club hosts a number of other social 

and activity events during the year. 

A number of our more skilled 

players continue to be involved in 

outreach programs at schools 

where they help to coach badminton 

to our youth and hence ensure 

the future continuation of our sport. 

A badminton teaching clinic was 

held in February over a period of 

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three weeks to help a number of 

club players improve their skills; 

this is the second such clinic during 

the 2023-2024 season. We made 

good use of our newly acquired 

“Shuttle Feeder” for some of the 

skills drills. Thanks to our various 

coaches who generously gave of 

their time to help other players in 

the club. 

We also had a pair of players participate 

in the current year’s Ontario 

Seniors Badminton Tournament 

held mid-February. Others took 

their chances at a late February 

“Direct Path Qualifier” Tournament 

for the Canada 55+ Summer 

Games to be held in Quebec. 

We are quickly coming up on a 

new season starting April 1. As we 

approach the new 2024-2025 season, 

we will have a number of 

Leadership Team volunteers stepping 

down at the end of March after 

serving for several years. During 

the next couple of months, the 

club will be looking for other members 

of the club as replacements. 

The change to an early registration 

by the City of Guelph has brought 

some new challenges that the Leadership 

Team has had to navigate. 

We will also be looking for volunteers 

for help in unofficial capacities. 

Thus far, it was a highly successful 

year. Badminton continues to 

grow in popularity and our club 

continues to grow and adapt to the 

needs of our members. Come check 

us out and maybe we’ll see you on 

the court! 

Beading & Jewelry Making 

Bring your kit along to the Board 

Room Fridays from 11 am to noon 

to work on your personal beadwork 

and jewelry projects. Leslie will 

facilitate impromptu mini-classes 

on Metis beadworking. We will 

also have resources to share or give 

away and Leslie will have materials 

you may purchase if you wish. 

Cost $2.00 per session. 

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 April, our selection is “The 

Storied Life of A.J. Fikry” by Gabrielle 

Zevin. In May, we will be 

reading “Hang the Moon” by 

Jeannette Walls. Monthly fee is 

$3.00. 

Book Club 2 

Our group meets the second Friday 

of the month in the Board Room 

from 1-2:30 p.m. We will be reading 

the following books: April - 

Snow Road by Elizabeth Hay; 

May - Cemetery Road by Greg 

Iles, and in June, How The Light 

Gets In by Louise Penny. 

The monthly fee is $3.00 and we 

currently have a wait list. 

Bridge 

GWSA welcomes all Bridge players 

with a basic knowledge of the 

game to enjoy playing bridge in a 

friendly and comfortable environment. 

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. 

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 

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 

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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, but 

we will mentor new members. Supplies 

are ordered as a group. Every 

Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. to noon 

in Room 3. 

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. 

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 Fridays in the 

Hallway 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! 

Computer Mentoring 

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 Craft group at the Evergreen 

would like to thank everyone who 

has supported us this past year. 

With the new gift shop, we were 

able to continue selling our crafts 

and help support the GWSA. And 

with all our knitters at home who 

generously give of their time and 

talents, we thank you. Again this 

year, we have been able to donate 

hats, scarfs and mitts to those in 

need. 

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. 

Cross-country Ski Club 

The GWSA Cross-country Ski 

Club will ski both locally and at 

more distant locations, generally up 

to 1 hour driving time, sometimes 

more. We aim to ski on Tuesday 

mornings. However, given the variability 

of our local weather, this 

may vary and day and time of outings 

will depend on weather and 

snow conditions. Meeting times 

and places will be communicated 

to the membership via email ahead 

of time. Participants must be physically 

able to participate, bring their 

own equipment and have previous 

cross-country skiing experience. 

Each participant is responsible for 

the applicable day use fee payable 

to the ski area being visited. 

Contact Mel van Harten at 519- 

400-0319 or via email at gwsaxcountryskiing@gmail.com 

for 

more information. 

Darts Club 

Another great turn out for Darts in 

February! Congratulations to 

Len. He tripled out to win the game 

by hitting 222. 

High scores for February: 

Len - 124, 102, 114 

Bill A.- 114, 102, 108 

George - 100, 132, 121 

Marcel - 140, 125, 100 

Ernie - 120, 140 

Rino - 125, 100 

Margaret - 100, 106 

Art - 100 

Linda - 106 

Paul - 108 

Dorothy - 102 

We meet Tuesday and Friday 

mornings 10 - noon on the Stage 

and get together for lunch at the 

Uptown Grill on the last Friday of 

the month. Our annual fee is $25/ 

year. Come and try it out. We loan 

darts and you can play 3 times to 

check it out before paying. 

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. 

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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 is 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. 

Our Tuesday afternoon class on 

Migrations and our Thursday 

morning class on Britain, Past and 

Present have been very successful 

this winter. Time to plan for next 

year. 

Join us on Thursday, April 25 at 

9:30 am in the Boardroom for our 

Peer Learning Annual Meeting. 

Bring your ideas for discussion topics 

for Fall 2024 and Winter 2025. 

Refreshments will be provided. 

For more information or to put 

your name on our e-mail list, contact 

Barb McLeod 519-823-2531. 

Into Focus Photography 

We are a friendly group of amateur 

photographers with equipment 

ranging from mobile phones and 

point-and-shoot cameras to fancy 

DSLR models. We share a common 

interest in photography as a 

hobby and we learn from each other. 

New members are always welcome. 

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 

Come join us for Scrabble at 1 pm 

to 3:30 pm every Thursday in the 

Hall outside 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! 

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 $25 fee for the year. 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 Drummers 

We gather in a circle. Different ages, 

cultures, capabilities, backgrounds 

and experience. The call of 

the drum will bring us together. 

Someone starts a simple beat, others 

join in, and then we all join in. 

We close our eyes, listen to each 

other, and listen to ourselves. We 

all know each other without saying 

a word, linked together through 

percussion music. Drumming feeds 

the soul. 

Rhythm circles are the perfect 

environment to explore ideas for 

sounding together, creating exciting 

grooves and having fun! We all 

have rhythm! Some drums and percussion 

instruments will be provided 

or bring your own. Sessions are 

open to everyone. Join us Tuesdays 

from 9:30-10:30 a.m. in Room 3. 

Cost is $2.00 per session. 

Silver Strummers 

The ukulele orchestra is an unqualified 

success story! There are 

now 65 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 2024 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 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. 

Walking Club 

Due to the early arrival of Spring, 

the indoor walking program is now 

finished. 

Starting in April, on Thursday 

mornings, the Walking Club enjoys 

nature and beautiful scenery while 

discovering the trails in the area. 

For the first walk only, on April 11, 

we will meet in the dining room of 

the Evergreen Centre at 8:30 am. 

For all remaining walks, we meet at 

the red-roofed pavilion in Riverside 

Park at 8:45 am for registering and 

collection of any entrance fees to 

the Conservation areas. Then we 

depart at 9:00 am sharp. Walks are 

on…rain or shine. 

Our walks start out from Riverside 

Park OR we drive from there 

to one of the many wonderful 

Guelph walking trails or nearby 

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Conservation areas. Walks are at 

your own pace and you must arrange 

your own transportation to 

the Trail Head. 

You can register for the Walking 

Club’s 2024/25 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. 

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. 

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 on 

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. 


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OUR EVERGREEN LIBRARY 

We are open 

Monday to Friday 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. 

“A Newfoundlander in Canada” by Alan Doyle 

The Evergreen library has many different types of books. We have fiction, history, biography, 

politics, wellness, self-help and military. We also have books on Canada and some of local 

interest. For this review, I ventured into the biography section and found a book by Alan Doyle, 

the lead singer for the band, Great Big Sea. What an enjoyable read! 

Alan takes us along on the band’s first Canadian tour. They drove from Newfoundland to 

British Columbia, performing in big cities and small towns along the way. We see Canada 

through his eyes as he is exploring our country for the first time. Alan tells human stories about 

the people they meet, many of them Newfoundlanders, hoping to connect with home through 

music. 

We also discover what it is like to be a musician on the road. They travelled in a van, 

stopping for food at fast food restaurants and convenience stores. They chose the most 

reasonable accommodations they could find, leading to some interesting encounters with the 

locals. 

You will be entertained hearing about performing for the Queen, opening for Barney the 

Dinosaur, and encountering a baby on a plane trip home. You won’t be disappointed spending a 

few hours with this wonderful Canadian storyteller, Alan Doyle. His passion for Newfoundland 

and the people and places in the rest of Canada are heartwarming. 


GWSA Groups & Activities Contact Information 

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

Your GWSA Membership includes a copy of the Sentinel Newsletter, published 10 times per year and the 

ability to join any of our many activities and events. Our ongoing activity groups have either a yearly fee or 

a pay as you play fee. We also offer educational workshops, many at no charge for members. 

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Art In The Hall 

Kim Taylor 

ArtInTheHall@gwsa-guelph.ca 

Art Studio In 2 

Evergreen Room 2 

Jennifer Storey 

ArtinStudio@gwsa-guelph.ca 

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

$25/year 

Badminton 


Michael Gareau 

Badminton@gwsa-guelph.ca 

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 

$60/year 

Currently we have a wait list 

Ball Co-ed Slopitch 

Hugh C. Guthrie Park 

Deborah Waitson 

SloPitch@gwsa-guelph.ca 

Wednesdays 6:00-8:00 pm 

May - end of August 

$25/year 

Beading & Jewelry Making 

Board Room 

Eva Quinn 

Beading@gwsa-guelph.ca 

Fridays 11 am-12 pm 

$2/visit 

Bid Euchre on Thursdays 


John Finamore 

BidEuchre@gwsa-guelph.ca 

Thursdays 1 pm-4 pm 

$2/visit 

Euchre on Monday 


Earl Mead 

Euchre-Monday@gwsa-guelph.ca 

Mondays - 1:00-3:00 pm 

$2/visit 

Euchre on Friday 


Peter Smith 

Euchre-Friday@gwsa-guelph.ca 

Fridays - 1:30-4:00 pm 

$2/visit 

Book Club 1 

Board Room 

Veronica Sanche 

BookClub1@gwsa-guelph.ca 

Last Friday of month - 1-2:30 pm 

$3/visit 

Book Club 2 

Board Room 

Lynne Oxley 

BookClub2@gwsa-guelph.ca 

Second Friday of month - 1-2:30 pm 

$3/visit 

Bridge 


Sandi Kinsey 

Bridge@gwsa-guelph.ca 

Tuesdays - 6:30-9:00 pm 

Thursdays - 12:30-3:30 pm 

$1/visit 

Bunka Art Group 


Carol Ferrier 

Bunka@gwsa-guelph.ca 

Wednesdays - 9:00 am-noon 

$25/year 

Canasta 


Sandi Kinsey 

Canasta@gwsa-guelph.ca 

Fridays - 9:00-11:30 am 

$1/visit 

Casual Bicycling 

Various Locations in and 

around Guelph 

John Ness 

CasualBicycling@gwsa-guelph.ca 

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

$10/year 

Canoe Club 

John Ness 

CanoeClub@gwsa-guelph.ca 

Seasonal twice-weekly outings 

See GWSA website or Sentinel description 

$75/year 



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Chess Club 

Hall 

Bruce Hurst 

ChessClub@gwsa-guelph.ca 

Fridays – 10 am-12 pm 

$2/visit 

Computer Club 

Computer Room 

Ross Knechtel 

Ken Chupa 

ComputerClub@gwsa-guelph.ca 

March, May, September, November 

2nd Monday - 2-4 pm 

$3/visit 

Computer Mentoring 

Computer Room 

Ken Chupa 

ComputerMentoring@gwsa-guelph.ca 

No appointment necessary. 

Mondays from 1:00 to 3:00 pm 

$3/visit 

Craft Club 


Sheila Robinson 

CraftGroup@gwsa-guelph.ca 

Fridays - 8 am-12 noon 

Cribbage 


Elaine Miller 

Cribbage@gwsa-guelph.ca 

Tuesdays 12:30 pm-4 pm 

$2/visit 

Cross-Country Ski Club 

Various locations 

Mel van Harten 

CrossCountrySkiing@gwsa-guelph.ca 

Tuesday mornings when conditions permit. This may vary 

and day and time of outings will depend on weather and 

snow conditions. Details will be communicated via email. 

$10/year 

Darts Club 

Auditorium Stage 

Neville Newman 

DartsClub@gwsa-guelph.ca 

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

$25/year 

Diabetes Support Group 

Room 2 

Bill MacDonald 

DiabetesSupport@gwsa-guelph.ca 

2nd Tuesday – 11 am -12 pm 

4th Tuesday – 10 am -12 pm 

Golf 

Tom Kane 

Golf@gwsa-guelph.ca 


Mondays, May to September 

$10/year 

Into Focus Photography 


Stu McCannell 

PhotographyClub@gwsa-guelph.ca 

Last Monday of every month—2:30-5 pm 

$25.00 a year 

Line Dancing 


Phyllis 

Donna 

LineDancing@gwsa-guelph.ca 

Mondays – 9:15 to noon 

Thursdays – 1:00 to 3:15 p.m. 

Mah Jongg 


Leona Petri 

MahJong@gwsa-guelph.ca 

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

Last Mon. of the month in Dining Rm. 

Peer Learning 

Boardroom 

Barb McLeod 

PeerLearning@gwsa-guelph.ca 

$18/session 

Pickleball 

Rudy Simon 

Pickleball@gwsa-guelph.ca 


Mondays 12:00 – 3 p.m. (B/I) 

Tuesdays 8:30 am – 10:30 a.m. (I/A) 

& 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. (B/I) 

Wednesdays 8:30 – 10:00 am (I/A) 

Thursdays 8:30 – 10:30 am (B/I) 

Fridays 8:30 – 10:30 am (B/I) & 1 – 4 pm (I/A) 

Sundays 8:30 am – 10:45 am (B/I) 

& 10:45 am – 1 pm (I/A) 

West End Comm. Centre 

Tues. - noon-2:00 pm (A) & 2 pm-4 pm (B/I) 

Thurs. - noon-2:00 pm (A) & 2 pm-4 pm (B/I) 

Sept. to June 

(B/I) = Beginner/Intermediate 

(I/A) = Intermediate/Advanced 

(A) = Advanced 

$60/year 

Currently there is a waiting list 

Quilting 


Beryl Drohan 

QuiltGroup@gwsa-guelph.ca 

Mondays - 12:30-4:00 pm 

Rug Hooking 


Kathy McCallum 

RugHooking@gwsa-guelph.ca 


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Tuesdays 12-4 pm 

$25/year 

Scrabble 

Hall outside the Library 

Sebastian 

Scrabble@gwsa-guelph.ca 

Thursdays - 1:00-3:30 pm 

$2/visit 

Shuffleboard 


Elaine Bigam 

Shuffleboard@gwsa-guelph.ca 

Tuesdays & Wednesdays - 1-3 pm 

$25/year 

Silver Drummers 

Room 3 

Sandy Isaacs 

SilverDrummers@gwsa-guelph.ca 

Tuesdays 9:30-10:30 a.m. 

$2/visit 

Silver Strummers 

Room 3 

Eva Quan 

SilverStrummers@gwsa-guelph.ca 

Fridays - Beginners 12-1 pm 

Experienced 1-2 pm 

$65/year 

Silvertones Choir 

Room 3 

President: Sandy Rea 

Membership Enquiries: 

Darlene Pembleton 

Silvertones@gwsa-guelph.ca 

Director/Accompanist: Andrea LeBlanc 

Backup Director/Accompanist: Joanna Wegman 

Fridays 2:00 - 3:30 pm 

$54.24/year 

Evergreen Snooker Club 

Evergreen Snooker Room 

Brian Yasvinski 

Snooker@gwsa-guelph.ca 

Daily - 9:00 am-4:00 pm 

$70/year 

Table Tennis 


Petr Vales 

TableTennis@gwsa-guelph.ca 

Evergreen: 

Mondays - 3-6:15 pm 

Wednesdays - 10 am-1 pm 

Saturdays - 9:00 am-12:00 noon 

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

(WECC - except July/August) 

$60/year 

Texas Hold ’Em Poker 

Bistro 683 

Paul Phillips 

Bruno Szafran 

TexasHoldEmPoker@gwsa-guelph.ca 

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

$2/visit 

Walking Club 

April 11 to October 31, Thursdays 9-noon, 

Meet at 8:45 a.m. at Riverside Pavilion 

Various locations 

Club Contacts: 

WalkingClub@gwsa-guelph.ca 

$10 annual activity fee 

Watercolour Painters Club 


Mary Mulholland 

WaterColourPainters@gwsa-guelph.ca 

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

Third Wednesday - 9 am to 4 pm 

Membership $30/year 

West End Art Group 

Rm 2 West End Comm. Centre 

Nancy Baker 

WestEndArtGroup@gwsa-guelph.ca 

September – June 

Tuesdays - 12:30-4:00 pm 


West Hills Art Group 

Rm 2 West End C. C. 

Dale Vardy 

WestHillsArtGroup@gwsa-guelph.ca 

September - June 

Thursdays - noon-4:00 pm 


Wood Carving Group 


Ken Fugler 

WoodCarving@gwsa-guelph.ca 

Monday – 6-9 pm 

$40/year 

Writers Club 

Board Room 

Susan Jackson 

WritersClub@gwsa-guelph.ca 

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

$2/visit 

Writing Your Life Story 

Board Room 

Jennifer Blackie 

WYLSA@gwsa-guelph.ca 

WYLSB@gwsa-guelph.ca 

Thursdays 2-4 pm 

$2/visit 


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SPECIAL BIRTHDAYS 

OF NOTE 

“Our Young Seniors” 

‘We’re not over the hill; we’re just 

gaining speed!’ 

Ronald Armstrong - April 29 (93) 

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 

Bone, Charles Russell passed away on Tuesday, 

February 27, 2024, in his 89th year. He was the 

husband of Shirley, a long-time GWSA member of 

the Watercolour Painters. 

Fountain, George Edwin (Ted) passed away on 

Wednesday, January 24, 2024, at the age of 92. He 

was a long-time GWSA member. 

Diebolt, Donna passed away on Saturday, March 9, 

2024, in her 93rd year. She was a member of the 

Watercolour Painting Group. 


Clubs and Drop-In Activities APRIL 2024 

W West End Community Centre 

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday 

1 

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

9:30-10:30a Line Dancing 

Beyond the Basics 

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

12-3p Pickleball (B/I) 

12:30-4p Quilting 

1-3p Euchre 

1-4p Badminton W 

2:30-4:30p Mah Jongg 

3-6:15p Table Tennis 

6-9p Carving Club 

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1-3p Euchre 





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10:45-11:45a Intermediate 

Line Dancing 


2 

8:30a-12:30p Pickleball (I/A) 

9:30-10:30a Drummers 

10a-12p Darts 

10:30a-12:30p Pickleball (B/I) 

12-2p Pickleball (A) 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 Bridge 

7-9:30p Badminton 

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10a-12p Darts 

11a-12p Diabetes Support 









’Em Poker 



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10a-12p Darts 




3 

8:30-10a Pickleball (I/A) 

9a-12p Bunka 

10a-1p Table Tennis 

12:30-4p Watercolour Painters 


1-3p Writers Club 


1:30p BINGO 

10 


9a-12p Bunka 



1-4p Art Studio in 2 


1:30p BINGO 

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9a-12p Bunka 

9a-4p Watercolour Painters 



4 

8:30-10:30a Pickleball (B/I) 

10:30a-1p Badminton 


12-4p West Hills Arts W 

12:30-3:30p Bridge 

1-2p Intro to Line Dancing 

1-3:30p Scrabble 

1-4p Bid Euchre 

2-4p Pickleball (B/I) W 

2-4p Writing Your Life Story 

2:15-3:15p Line Dancing 


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8:30a Walking Club 





12:30-3:30p Bridge 








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8:45a-noon Walking Club 




12:30-3:30p Bridge 

5 

8a-12p Crafts 


9-11:30a Canasta 

10a-12p Chess 

10a-12p Darts 


11a-12p Beading 

12-1p Silver Strummers Beg. 

1-2p Silver Strummers Exp. 

1-4p Pickleball (I/A) 

1-4p Table Tennis W 

1:30-4p Euchre 

2-3:30p Silvertones 

6:30-8:30p Texas HE Poker 

12 

8a-12p Crafts 



10a-12p Chess 

10a-12p Darts 





1-2:30p Book Club 2 






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8a-12p Crafts 



10a-12p Chess 

10a-12p Darts 



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1-3p Euchre 





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1-3p Euchre 





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10:45-11:45a Intermediate 

Line Dancing 



1-3p Euchre 



2:30-5p Into Focus 

Photography 








’Em Poker 



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10a-12p Darts 

10a-12p Diabetes Support 











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10a-12p Darts 








6:30-8:30p Texas Hold ’Em 

Poker 



1-3p Writers Club 


1:30p BINGO 

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9a-12p Bunka 



1-4p Art Studio in 2 


1:30p BINGO 








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8:45a-noon Walking Club 




12:30-3:30p Bridge 








Weekend Activities 

Saturday 


Sunday 

8:30a-10:45a Pickleball 

(B/I) 

10:45a-1p Pickleball 

(I/A) 

1:30-3:30p Badminton 

DANCE APR. 27 







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8a-12p Crafts 



10a-12p Chess 

10a-12p Darts 





1-2:30p Book Club 1 






Everyday Activities 

Snooker—9a-4p 

Library — 

Mon-Fri – 10a-3p 

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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS! 

UPCOMING EVENTS AT 

THE ART GALLERY OF GUELPH 

Wednesday, April 25 at 2 p.m. 

John Van De Kramer from Knar Jewellery speaking about jewellery 

trends and man-made versus real diamonds. 

Wednesday, May 30 at 2 p.m. 

Speaker Judith Nasby is speaking about her two books “Making of a Museum” and “Kivioq’s Journey”, 

about the sculpture park and various sculptures around the Art Gallery. 

Free admission and free parking 

358 Gordon St, Guelph 

519-837-0010 


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Upcoming Events — Register at 519-589-1187 

HIGH TEA — April 20, 2-4 pm 

Wear your best hat and join us for an afternoon 

delight. We will be serving tea and sandwiches, 

accompanied by the sounds of a live musician. 

SPRING BAZAAR — May 25, 10 am-3 pm 

Spend the day shopping local vendors. We will 

have over 25 vendors selling unique gifts, crafts, 

clothes, jewelry and more. Enjoy live music. 


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2024 TAX CLINICS 

AT THE EVERGREEN CENTRE 

Room: Sentinel Office (Down the hall. On the left just before the Library) 

1-6pm 

9am-4pm 

April 1, 2024 April 4, 2024 





Fees: 

$60 for seniors and students 

$70 for T1 General 

$150+ for self employed, truckers and rental units 

$30+ for additional forms such as CPP, OAS, and CRA follow-ups 

Accepted payment forms: Cheques (payable to Sharon Lamers), cash, etransfer sent to: 

sharontheincometaxlady@gmail.com 

Call Sharon Lamers at 519-222-9104 

or email sharontheincometaxlady@gmail.com for an appointment. 

TAX PREP by Sharon Lamers 

Income Tax Checklist to help gather your slips, 

receipts and documents. 

TSLIPS/INCOME SLIPS 

T3 — Trust Income Investment 

T4 — Employment 

T4A — Pension, Scholarships 

T4OAS — Old Age Security 

T4AP — Canada Pension Plan or CPP 

T4E — Employment Insurance 

T4 PS — Profit Sharing 

T4RIF — RIFF 

T4RSP — RRSP Withdrawal or Annuity 

T5 — Investment 

T5007 — WSIB or Social Assistance 

T5008 — From Investment 

T5013 — From Investment 

OTHER INCOME 

Tips 

Rental Spreadsheet (ask Sharon) 

Self Employment Spreadsheet (ask Sharon) 

Foreign Pension 

Spousal Support 

TAX CREDITS (DEDUCTIONS) 

Charitable Donations 

Daycare 

Investment Management Fees 

Medical Expenses—anything to do with health 

including Nursing & Retirement Home, dental, 

mileage (over 40 km) and more 

Moving Expenses for job, school or medical 

(more than 40 km) 

Political Contributions 

Property Taxes 

Rental Receipt (including nursing or retirement 

home) 

RRSP Contributions 

Student Loan Interest 

Teacher’s School Supplies 

Trucker’s CDN/US days, expenses, log sheets 

Tuition — T2202A 

Union Dues 

Work Expenses — T2200, log book, spreadsheet 

CREDITS FOR SENIORS ONLY 

Bus Tickets/Passes 

Home Accessibility Expenses 

OTHER INFO 

Sale of Principal Residence (address, year 

bought, sale price) 

Are you a first time home buyer? 

Notice of Assessment from Previous Year if 

Available. 


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The Guelph Family Health Team's January - 

June 2024 Wellness Workshop schedule is 

here! 

You can print and view the NEW schedule by 

visiting our webpage: www.guelphfht.com/ 

wellness-workshops-and-programs/ 

*Please note: the dates/times/locations may 

change. Keep checking website/email for 

any updates. 

FREE Wellness Workshops in April, 

presented by the Guelph Family Health 

Team: 

Calming Strategies (Topic: Guided Imagery) 

Date: Thursday, April 4 

Time: 12:00 pm – 12:45 pm EST 

Location: *VIRTUAL webinar only 

Learn more HERE. 

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Part 1 (3 

sessions to attend) 

Dates: Monday, April 8, 15, 22 

Time: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm EST 

Location: IN-PERSON workshop only 

Suite 500 – 649 Scottsdale Drive, Guelph 


How to have hard conversations: death and 

dying (2 sessions to attend) 

Date: Tuesday, April 9, 16 

Time: 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm EST 

Location: IN-PERSON workshop only 

Suite 500 – 649 Scottsdale Drive, Guelph 


Let’s Talk About Red Flags of Dementia 

Dates: Tuesday, April 16 

Time: 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm EST 

Location: *VIRTUAL webinar only 

*Registration will open February 28. Learn more 

HERE. 


RECREATION & LEISURE PROGRAMS for SENIORS 55+ 

held at the Evergreen Seniors Community Centre unless otherwise indicated — call 519-837-5699. 

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

recenroll.ca. There may be changes to programs after this issue was printed - please check the details on 

recenroll.ca before you sign up. Programs may be cancelled if there is low registration, so be sure to register 

(Fees do not include HST). 

FITNESS 

Cardio and Strength Level 2 

This intermediate/advanced strength training class 

focuses on a low impact cardio warm-up. 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! 

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

Location: Evergreen Seniors Community Centre 

(Room 4) 

Dates: Monday: April 8-June 24 

Course ID: 45495 

Fees: Members: $81.35, Non-Members: $93.55 

Dates: Friday: April 12-June 28 



Cardio and Strength Level 3 

Come and challenge your fitness level in this 

advanced strength training class. Focusing on a 

low impact cardio warm-up, 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! 



(Room 4) 




Dates: Friday: April 12-June 28 



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. 

Class Length: 1 hour 


(Room 4) 

Dates: Monday: April 8-June 24 (10-11 a.m.) 



Dates: Wednesday: April 10-June 26 (12-1 p.m.) 



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 


Location: Victoria Road Rec Centre 

(Maple Room) 

Dates: Wed.: April 10-June 26 (10-11 a.m.) 


Fees: Members: $87, Non-Members: $100.08 


(Room 4) 

Thursday: April 11-June 27 (9-10 a.m.) 



Introduction to Strength Training 

What is strength training all about? How do you 

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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: Monday: April 8-May 13 (9-10 a.m.) 


Dates: Monday: April 8-May 13 (10-11 a.m.) 


Fees: Member: $44.37, Non-Member: $51.03 

Dates: Monday: May 27-June 24 (9-10 a.m.) 



Dates: Tuesday: April 9-May 14 (9-10 a.m.) 


Tuesday: April 9-May 14 (10-11 a.m.) 


Dates: Tuesday: May 21-June 25 (9-10 a.m.) 


Dates: Tuesday: May 21-June 25 (10-11 a.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. 

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

Dates: April 8-June 24 (Monday) 



(Room 4) 


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! 


Dates: April 10-June 26 (Wednesday) 



(Maple Rm.) 


Total Body Conditioning 

This total body conditioning class will challenge 

the active 55 individual. A cardio warm-up will 

prepare you for a resistance training, balance, 

flexibility, core strength and floor workout. The 

benefits of regular exercise consisting of these 

major components will improve your mental, 

physical and emotional health. Increase your 

energy level to be able to carry out daily tasks 

and reduce your chances of osteoporosis. 





(Room 4) 


Posture and Movement Improvement 

Get more steps in while you improve your 

posture, activate pertinent muscle groups and 

move your body with more ease! 

Class Length: 1 hour (10:45-11:45 a.m.) 

Dates: April 11-June 27 (Thursday) 

Location: Guelph Sports Dome 



Drum and Jump 

Get up and get moving in this unique and exciting 

fitness class. Using a stability ball and 

drumsticks, you will drum to the beat of the 

music in this fun, high energy class. During this 

group fitness class, you will forget you are even 

working out! All equipment is provided and no 

experience required. 

Class Length: 45 minutes (6:45-7:30 p.m.) 







(Maple Rm.) 

Fees: Member: $74, Non-Member: $85 

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) 


(10:30-11:30 a.m.) 


Dates: April 12-June 28 (Friday) 

(11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.) 



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) 




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) 

Dates: April 9-June 11 (Tuesday) 




(Maple Room) 




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) 



Class Length: 1 hour (11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.) 


(Maple Room) 




QI GONG 

Qi Gong 

This class is a Chinese blend of exercise, 

stretching and meditation. The program focuses 

on ‘Eighteen Postures for Daily Practice,’ a Qi 

Gong set that integrates East and West in a series 

of gentle exercises designed to maintain and 

enhance health. Adapting classical Qi Gong 

forms, this style incorporates therapeutic exercise, 

self-massage and meditation. Qi Gong class 

focuses on the core routines. 

Class Length: 1.5 hours (12-1:30 p.m.) 



(Room 4) 


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



(Room 4) 



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. 

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



(Room 4) 





(Room 4) 

Dates: Wednesday: April 10-June 26 


Class Length: 1 hour (11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.) 


(Maple Room) 




Gentle Yoga 

This program is open to everyone. We will 

explore this centuries old discipline which brings 

health and vitality to the body, peace to the mind 

and joy to the spirit. Ability to move from 

standing to laying on the floor needed. 


Location: West End Comm. Centre (Room2) 




Class Length: 1 hour (2-3 p.m.) 


(Maple Room) 

Dates: Thursday: April 4-June 27 






(Room 4) 




Dates: April 12-June 28 (Friday) 


(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! 




(Maple Room) 


Fees: Member: $88.74, Non-Members: $102.05 

VISUAL ARTS 

Acrylic Painting 

Join us for informative lessons in painting with 

acrylics. Stroke types, techniques and form will 

be the focus of this hands-on class. Be inspired, 

have an open mind and create your masterpiece 

with this form of art. 

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



(Cedar Room) 



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. 

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



(Cedar Room) 



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. 




(Cedar Room) 



Watercolours 

This watercolours class is for all levels of painters. 

The instructor will work with participants on an 

individual basis or in small groups of similar 

interest or skill. 




(Room 2) 



SPECIAL EVENTS 

Tea with Jam and Bread 

Join us for afternoon tea, with a selection of finger 

sandwiches, scones, baked goods and signature 

herbal and caffeinated teas of your choice. 

Length: 1-1/2 hours (2-3:30 p.m.) 

Dates: May 10 (Friday) 


(Dining Room) 


Fees: Member: $25, Non-Member: $28.75 

Grandparent and Me, Afternoon Tea 

What better way to spend a PD Day, than with 

your grandchild or tiny human in your life? Join 

us for afternoon tea, with a selection of kidfriendly 

finger sandwiches, baked goods along 

with some arts and crafts. A selection of tea and 

juice will be served. 

Length: 1-1/2 hours (2-3:30 p.m.) 

Dates: June 7 (Friday) 


(Dining Room) 


Fees: Member: $30, Non-Member: $34.50 

KNOCKOUT PARKINSON’S 

Knockout Parkinson’s is a non-contact 

boxing class that is specially designed for 

individuals living with Parkinson's Disease. 

Participants will work on improving 

strength, balance, endurance, and range of 

motion in a fun, inclusive environment. We 

are featuring small class sizes, with 

additional supports available. External 

support persons are also encouraged to 

attend at no extra cost if needed. 

Classes are on Tuesday afternoons from 

1:00 – 2:00 pm at TNT Boxing and Fitness 

Academy (171 Dawson Road, Guelph). 

Our Spring 2024 session runs for 6 weeks 

from April 9 – May 14. Enrollment costs 

$51.05 or $44.37 with a GWSA 

Membership. You can sign up at 

Recenroll.ca or at any Rec Centre. 

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HELLO SPRING 

ANNUAL SPRING MARKET 

April 13, 2024 - 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. 

St. Joseph’s Catholic Church - 409 Paisley Rd., Guelph 

New vendors are welcome - book your 6 ft. table for $35. 

Registration deadline April 6, 2024. 

Contact Wendy Synnott 

Email: synnottw@yahoo.ca or phone 519-222-2848. 

E-transfer registration is available. 

Hot lunch available for purchase. 

DO YOU QUALIFY FOR FEE ASSISTANCE IN RECREATION? 

Together, the City of Guelph and the Guelph Wellington Seniors Association offer financial assistance to 

those who qualify to reduce the cost of participating in recreational activities. Having a strong social support 

network has been associated with having fewer health problems and a lower risk of hospitalization. This 

program is called FEE ASSISTANCE IN RECREATION (FAIR). We want to encourage our GWSA 

members who may be struggling financially to consider applying for this subsidy. 

The GWSA makes a $5,000 contribution through our Community Benefit Agreement to the City of Guelph 

to ensure our GWSA members have access to this great program and unfortunately, few people are aware of 

its existence. People who qualify can receive an 80% discount on their registration fees. This includes 

GWSA membership, travel trips, and yearly fees for many of the GWSA activities. 

Ask for an application at the front desk. Once you complete the application and attach the required income 

verification documents, return the application to the front desk. You can expect an answer/approval within 

2 weeks of your application. 

For more information, you can call the City of Guelph’s Recreation Department at 519-837-5699. 


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Wednesday, May 22, 2024 

Niagara Wine Tour 

Total cost: $153.00 - members only (non-refundable) Code - 48961 

Registration starts on Thursday, March 28, 2024 

Booking deadline: Tuesday, April 30, 2024 

Our adventure will begin at the Caroline Cellars family estate winery where we will enjoy a wine tasting, 

followed by a 3-course hot lunch. From there, we will visit the Wine Education Centre at Niagara College – 

the only teaching winery in Canada. We’ll participate in a short presentation and a tasting of 3 wines. To 

end our day we will experience the unique atmosphere and taste the wines of Featherstone Estate Winery, 

enjoying their veranda with views of the vineyards. 

Depart Evergreen Centre: 9:00 a.m.; Carousel: 9:15 a.m. Return to Guelph at approx. 6:00 p.m. 

The cost includes 3 wine tastings, a 3-course lunch, coach transportation, tips and taxes, tip for the driver. 

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 Tuesday, April 30, 

2024. 

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

Amex 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 519-837-5699. 

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 Tuesday, 

April 30, 2024. 

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


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Bistro 683 - April 2024 

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 

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CLOSED 

EASTER 

MONDAY 

2 

Ham Dinner 

3 

Liver & Onions 

4 

Chicken Parmesan 

5 

Roast Beef Dinner 

8 

9 

10 

11 

12 

Channa Masala 

Hot Beef Melt 

Sandwich 

Chicken Chow 

Mein 

Fish Cakes 

Chicken Caesar 

Salad 

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18 

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Meatloaf 

Shepherd’s Pie 

Pizza 

Beef Stew 

Pan Seared Trout 

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Cannelloni 

Steak Pie 

Chicken Corn 

Chowder & Biscuits 

Vegetable Lasagna 

Chicken Satay 

Skewers 

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Grilled Ciabatta 

Sandwich 

30 

Beef or Vegetable 

Chili

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