September 2024 issue

THE EVERGREEN
CENTRE WILL BE
CLOSED DURING
SEPTEMBER,
REOPENING ON
OCTOBER 1ST
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The Guelph/Wellington Seniors Association
A non-profit organization based at the
Evergreen Seniors Community Centre
http://www.gwsa-guelph.ca
A MESSAGE FROM
THE GWSA BOARD
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Directors & Officers
Pat Gage — President
Cathryn Cortissoz— Vice-President
Art Roelofsen — Treasurer
Linda Jeffrey — Executive Director
Directors
Charlie Bishop Sam Montoya
Karen Kelly Eva Quon
Elizabeth Steggles Judith Carson
Yvonne Thomas Donna Keating
Jeff Millard
Audrey Bishop—Admin. Assistant
Sharon Lamers—Finance Adminstrator
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
TBA — Recreation Program
Co-ordinator — Senior Services
Becky MacDonald — Recreation
Co-ordinator — Volunteers
Mark Leeming — Chef
Joan Moynihan — Sous Chef
Kitchen & Dining Room Staff — Volunteers
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
Welcome to Fall! The Fall Equinox arrives on September 22, 2024!
To be more precise, Sunday, September 22, 2024, at 08:44 a.m. EDT
in the Northern Hemisphere.
Prior to that, we celebrate Labour Day on September 2. I must open
this message on a humorous note as I describe my conversation with
my granddaughter about Labour Day. Having asked me what Labour
Day is, my daughter (a Union employee her whole career) was
sneering over at me in anticipation of my answer - knowing that 30
years of my 36-year government career was in Management. Much to
my daughter’s surprise, I responded by telling my granddaughter the
story of the printers’ strike in Toronto over 150 years ago, fighting
over a nine-hour work day and so-forth to becoming an annual day
celebrating the achievements of workers. My granddaughter said that
was very nice and moved on to play with Barbie. My daughter is still
in shock.
It was great for your Board to see so many of you at the Annual
General Meeting. The AGM is one of the most important
communication vehicles we have. It is an opportunity for members of
the GWSA to attend and ask questions and get information.
One very important question surfaced in relation to new Bylaws and
how the membership vote on them and/or ratify changes. I thought I
would share the answer given by GWSA Executive Director, Linda
Jeffrey.
The bylaws are the policies that help guide our work as a Board.
There was a ‘draft’ version of the new bylaws included in the AGM
meeting package that better reflect the current activities of the
GWSA. There has been much work done to bring the bylaws up to
current standards and they have been forwarded to our lawyer for
examination and comment. Our goal in bringing draft bylaws to our
membership, is to make sure that it is a ‘user-friendly’ document. We
value open and honest dialogue with our members; it is required in
order to continue moving our association forward in the right
direction.
In addition, it is important to note that about a year ago, the Board
and the Governance Committee began using a workbook provided by
Community Legal Education Ontario (CLEO). CLEO created this
tool in co-ordination with the Ministry of Consumer Services (MCS)
which created a bylaw builder to help nonprofits develop language in
their bylaws that comply with Ontario’s Not for Profit Corporations
Act (ONCA). This workbook contains sample bylaws which we
have, on occasion, referred to. https://www.cleo.on.ca/en/about/
working-partnership
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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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As we head into the Fall Season, we look forward to seeing results from the data generated from our survey
which President Pat described in the Summer Sentinel Issue (page 31). As mentioned, this survey and the
data generated from it will provide the critical information the GWSA needs to continue supporting us in
developing our age-friendly community. It is expected to generate data to guide us for the next 5 to 10
years. As mentioned in the Summer Sentinel, many other agencies serving older adults will benefit from
this data.
Speaking of the Sentinel, I hope the Sentinel Staff enjoyed a well-deserved break from printing this
invaluable source of information and that all of you enjoyed a healthy and safe summer. A quick personal
thought in relation to advertising in the Sentinel. I was looking for an Arborist to come and look at my trees
in my back yard as they were leaking sap to the point I was concerned. My skill area in “Tree Health” is
ZERO. I decided to check out the Sentinel and jumping out at me was an advertisement for Capella Tree
Service. I called and had a very positive and educational visit.
For those of you that are Grandparents and/or Honorary Grandparents, we hope you are celebrated Sunday
September 10th – Grandparents Day!!
Keeping in mind the September closure notice for the Evergreen Centre, we continue to hope that you are
finding ways to remain active, be involved, and make friends while aging with dignity. Your Board has,
and continues to be, busy reviewing and updating our Strategic Plan. We are ensuring we have a future
focused action plan that will take advantage of opportunities to grow. More on this to come!
On a personal note, I have determined that I am unable to commit to a GWSA President term in the future
and, as such, declined to submit my name forward for a third year as Vice-President. As many of you are
now aware, Cathryn Cortissoz is the newly elected Vice-President. She is a valuable addition to our Board
and will no doubt be a visible asset.
Donna Keating
Board Member
Past Vice-President
Guelph Wellington Seniors Association
ROYAL CITY MEN’S CLUB
For a Friendly Alternative
For men retired from full-time employment. Interesting lectures. Exchange views on topics of mutual
interest. Participate in social activities. Fellowship.
The Royal City Men’s Club meets at Trinity Church (400 Stevenson St. N., Guelph) every second
Thursday of the month from 9:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. Alternate Thursdays, we meet locally for coffee.
For more information, go to www.royalcitymensclub.ca or royalcitymensclub@gmail.com
Contact Warren Gregg - President 519-837-9611 Bob Berry - Past President
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THE EDITOR’S PAGE
September is a golden month:
summer transitions into fall. The
days are warm and the evenings
cool. The farmers’ markets are full
of fresh produce and gardens are
buzzing with busy bees.
September
by John Updike
The breezes taste
Of apple peel.
The air is full
Of smells to feel -
Ripe fruit, old footballs,
Burning brush,
New books, erasers,
Chalk, and such.
The bee, his hive,
Well-honeyed hum,
And Mother cuts
Chrysanthemums.
Like plates washed clean
With suds, the days
Are polished with
A morning haze.
by Linda Green
In September
by Edward Dowden
Spring scarce had greener fields to
show than these
Of mid September; through the
still warm noon
The rivulets ripple forth a gladder
tune
Than ever in the summer; from the
trees
Dusk-green, and murmuring
inward melodies,
No leaf drops yet; only our
evenings swoon
In pallid skies more suddenly, and
the moon
Finds motionless white mists out
on the leas.
Autumn Apples
Autumn apples fleshy and ripe
Dropping from limbs with leaves
A palette of yellow red and green
Mature in crisp fall leaves.
Geometric straight line orchards
A pattern on rolling hills
Whipping wind swirling to the
northeast
Cause tumbling fruitful spills.
Falling pulpy orbs nestle
In a bed of grass and rock
Pickers grab out of the highest
branch
Groundlings, children will hawk.
Filling up basket or bag
Autumn harvest to go
Baked as turnovers, pies or crisp
Or eaten sweet and slow.
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.
September 6, 2024, is the deadline for
submissions for the
October Sentinel.
Email submissions to: sentinel@gwsa-guelph.ca
(the Centre will be closed after Aug. 30/24).
Distribution of the October issue
to be announced once the Centre reopens.
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 nice summer and is ready for
the fall. Many positions will be on hold over the
month of September with the centre being closed for
renovations, then coming back to a newly updated
facility for October. Looking forward to seeing
everyone in the Fall and if you know of someone
who is interested in volunteering, please reach out.
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,
other methods can be arranged.
GWSA COMMITTEES
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).
Welcome & Information Desk
There is an opening on Tuesday afternoons and
Friday mornings and afternoons to assist with
greeting community and GWSA members, providing
tours, answering questions and assisting when
required with other tasks. This is a co-volunteer
weekly position.
Bistro 683 – Kitchen
Join the Bistro 683 team of volunteers!
Looking for volunteers to assist as floaters when
needed to assist in the kitchen with food preparation
and with dishes. This would be an on-call position
and perhaps a short term while spaces open for
vacations.
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
TEN RULES FOR SENIORS
1. Talk to yourself. There are times when you need expert advice.
2. “In style” are the clothes that still fit.
3. You don’t need anger management. You need people to stop irritating you.
4. Your people skills are just fine. It’s your tolerance for idiots that needs work.
5. The biggest lie you tell yourself is: “I don’t need to write that down. I’ll
remember it.”
6. “On time” is when you get there.
7. You’ve noticed people your age are much older than you.
8. Ageing has slowed you down, but it hasn’t shut you up.
9. You still haven’t learned to act your age and I hope you never will.
10. “One for the road” means peeing before you leave the house.
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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.
Thank you, Sentinel Administrator
FOR SALE
Stairlift. Rave 2. Used only 13 months twice a day. Regain
your independence. Get up and down to/from 2nd floor. Like
new. Swivels at ends. Comfortable chair. Seatbelt. Used on
stairs with 9 risers. 2 remotes. Bought new $3150. Asking
$1999. Two toilet seat risers. Includes bolts and rings.
White plastic. Has been cleaned and sanitized. Retail price
$60 each. Our price $20 each.
Commode, brand new. Never used. Perfectly clean. Grey
plastic. Metal hand rails. Retail $110. Asking $60. Call
Shirley at 519-822-7262.
Women’s bicycle for sale. Excellent condition. Includes
helmet, air pump and saddlebag. Asking $150 OBO. Call
519-821-9797.
Nikon SLR digital camera. Asking $80. Call Ron at 519-
821-3367.
Ukulele for sale. Kala Ka-C model. Almost new. Includes
case and almost new Snark clip on tuner. $125. Autoharp
for sale. Oscar Schmidt 21 chord. Almost new. Includes case,
5 finger picks. $300. To view or for more information, call or
email Dani at: 519-988-9150 or dani.stahle@gmail.com
Small Electric Lawnmower. 14” Very light and easy to
push. Used for 3 seasons. $55.00. Aeropilates Exerciser as
advertised on TSC. Never used. DVD and all accessories
included. $300.00. Armstrong Flute with Case. Great for a
beginner. $40.00. Yamaha Viola, Case, Bow and Rosen.
$40.00. Paperback Books. Left Behind The Kids by J
Jenkins and T. LaHaye. A series of 40 books. $50.00. Cat
Bed. $10.00. (My cat prefers my bed.) Call Lorraine at 519-
763-0962 or email at lorjohnston1@gmail.com.
WANTED
Wanting to buy used walker. Call Rosie at 519-760-0717.
Free advertising for GWSA members ONLY.
PLEASE REMEMBER TO INCLUDE YOUR NAME
AND PHONE NUMBER WITH YOUR ITEM(S).
Fee Assistance in Recreation Program subsidy increases to 95%
The City of Guelph is proud to announce positive changes to the Fee
Assistance in Recreation (FAIR) Program. The FAIR Program
empowers adults and seniors on a limited income to stay active by
subsidizing the cost for recreation programs, swim passes or other
memberships. As of spring 2024, the subsidy will be increasing to 95%,
from its previous 80%.
The FAIR program is designed to minimize financial barriers when accessing recreation and fitness
passes. Like the Free to Grow program for children, FAIR aims to support adults in our community with
easy access to recreational programming, with hopes to promote a healthy wellbeing for all members of the
community.
At the Evergreen Seniors Community Centre, there are several programs that the FAIR program can help
subsidize. In fact, all City of Guelph recreation programs, as well as GWSA memberships and registered
programs, qualify for FAIR. These programs include cardio and strength training classes, boxing, tai chi,
pickleball, meditation, yoga, and several others. The variety of offerings caters to differing levels of ability
and interest areas.
Eligible FAIR applicants will receive a discount of 95 per cent of the cost of City of Guelph Recreation
programs, up to an annual maximum of $250 per calendar year, per person. To be eligible, the applicant
must be a Guelph resident, be 18 years of age or older, and have an annual combined family income at, or
below, the Statistics Canada before-tax Low Income Cut-Off (LICO) table for their family size. The LICO
table is updated every year by Statistics Canada.
To apply to the FAIR program, print off an application at guelph.ca/how-can-we-help-you/fee-assistancesubsidy
and hand it in at Guelph City Hall, the Evergreen Seniors Community Centre, West End
Community Centre, Guelph Transit or the Victoria Road Recreation Centre. All of these locations have
printed versions available, too. Applications take about 10 business days to process.
The City of Guelph hopes that this increased subsidy ensures that no one is excluded from a City-run
recreation program or activity solely by the inability to pay the fee.
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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 twomonth
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.
Our new season started April 1. During the new
2024-2025 season, we had a number of Leadership
Team volunteers step 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!
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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.
Cost $2.00 per session. beading@gwsa-guelph.ca
Book Club 1
Due to renovations at the Evergreen Centre, we will
be meeting at a private residence for our September
book club meeting. We meet on the last Friday of the
month from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. For September,
we will be reading “Talking To Strangers” by
Malcolm Gladwell. Our October book is “The
Secret Book of Flora Lea” by Patti Henry. Monthly
fee is $3.00. We have room for one new member.
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 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
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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 four mentors available every Monday from
1-3 p.m. to answer your questions. Two volunteers
are available to help with Windows PCs and Android
smartphones and tablets, and two volunteers are able
to assist iPad and iPhone users! One mentor can help
Chromebook 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 session before joining us in the Computer
Room, now Room 1.
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 to 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.
Darts Club
Come out and give Darts a try! It’s a very social
group. If you do not have darts, we have some to
loan you, and you can give it a try for 3 times before
paying Dart membership. We’ve had some very high
scores in the last 3 months (April, May, June). Well
done!
Those who scored over 100 are as follows:
Marcel - 14 times (highest score 140)
Neville - 4 times (highest score 143)
Vicki - 5 times with highest score 133
Doris - 9 times ( highest score 134)
Bill A. - 5 times (highest score 133)
Paul - 6 times (highest score 132)
Art - 7 times (highest score 129)
Frank - 7 times (highest score 121)
Francine - 2 times and a Bulls Eye Finish
Heather - 121 high score
Margaret O. - 120 high score
Jackie - 2 times (108 high score)
Norm - 3 times (116 high score)
Ken - 4 times (103 high score)
Linda - 110 high score
Dorothy - 100 high score
Margaret P. - 115 high score
Well done everyone. Don’t forget our end of
month lunches at Uptown Grill.
Line Dancing
Evergreen Auditorium
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 Beyond the
Basics classes is the next step up from the
Introduction class. Some harder steps will be taught
and some dances may be a bit faster and include
more turns. The Intermediate class is for experienced
line dancers looking for a challenge.
Monday Line Dance Classes
8:35-9:35 am Introduction to Line Dancing
9:40-10:40 am Beyond the Basics
10:45-11:45 am Intermediate
Thursday Line Dance Classes
1:10-2:10 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 the hall on Mondays from 1:30-4:30
p.m. It is a game played with tiles, similar to
Dominoes. Instruction is available for those who
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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.
Due to the closure of the Evergreen Centre for the
month of September, Peer Learning classes will
begin in early October and continue into early
December.
The following new topics will be offered:
Mondays 9:30 – 11:30 am Current Events
Thursdays 9:30 – 11:30 am The New Technologies
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.
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
We are a very fun group and have had a lot of new
members join recently, so now we can’t accept any
more new members! Our membership fee is $25.00 a
year plus tax and we play Tuesdays and Wednesdays
from 1 to 3 p.m.
Silver Drummers
It’s fun to drum! You are welcome to come out on
Thursday to experience a Drum Circle. We have
drums and percussion instruments to share. Or bring
your own. Each session takes the lead from the
facilitator and the people in the room - sometimes we
can get noisy, sometimes we dance!
Our instructor also takes us through the basics as we
learn a variety of different rhythms.
There is no enrolment fee though we ask for a payas-you-go
$2 participation fee after 3 try-outs.
Register with us on Recenroll should you decide you
are having too much fun. We now meet on
Thursdays from 10:30 to 11:30 am. Hope to see
you!
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.
silverstrummers@gwsa-guelph.ca
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 Rm 2.
Contact: Kathy McCallum, 226-821-1331. Email:
rughooking@gwsa-guelph.ca.
Scrabble
Come join us for Scrabble at 1 pm to 3:30 pm every
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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 Darlene Pembleton 519-
822-0704 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.
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
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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
On Thursday mornings, the Walking Club enjoys
nature and beautiful scenery while discovering the
trails in the area. For all walks, we meet at the redroofed
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 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.
Writing Your Life Story
Members of the Writing Your Life Story Activity
Group are pleased to announce the publication of
their anthology: Every Life Tells a Story. This
comprises an eclectic collection of tales from the
members’ own Life Stories. Some are nostalgic,
some serious and some humourous. A sample copy is
available to view in the GWSA office and copies are
available on a print-to-order basis, for $20 each. If
you would like to buy a copy – one or more (they
would make great Christmas gifts), please contact
Jennifer Blackie at 519-824-7204 or
WritingYourLifeStory@gwsa-guelph.ca
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PEER LEARNING
Peer Learning is for seniors who like to
have a good discussion with a friendly
group. It’s a great way to meet new people
and have fun while learning. Come join us
as we research and discuss exciting topics.
Current Events
Participants will have the opportunity to research
and discuss stories that are making
the headlines today. These stories could be
local, national, or international. They could
be from Politics, Science, the Arts, Medicine
or anything else the group decides.
Evergreen Seniors Community Centre
Mon 9:30 – 11:30 am, 9 classes
Oct 7 – Dec 16 Code 00044357
No class Oct 14, Nov 11
Member: $18 + tax
New Technologies
How much of the news we read online is
generated by AI (Artificial Intelligence)?
What is the effect of new medical technology
(computer assisted surgery, mRNA vaccines)?
Should cell phones be banned in
schools? Join this lively discussion group
and add your views on the effect technology
has on our physical and emotional lives.
Evergreen Seniors Community Centre
Thurs 9:30 – 11:30 am, 9 classes
Oct 10 – Dec 5 Code 00044360
Member: $18 + tax
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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.
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
Evergreen Auditorium
Michael Gareau (365-292-0078)
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 (226-606-8476)
SloPitch@gwsa-guelph.ca
Wednesdays 6:30-8:30 pm
May - end of August
$25/year
Beading & Jewelry Making
Board Room
Beading@gwsa-guelph.ca
Fridays 11 am-12 pm
$2/visit
Bid Euchre on Thursdays
Evergreen Room 2
John Finamore (519-993-8221)
BidEuchre@gwsa-guelph.ca
Thursdays 1 pm-4 pm
$2/visit
Euchre on Monday
Evergreen Room 3
Earl Mead
Euchre-Monday@gwsa-guelph.ca
Mondays - 1:00-3:00 pm
$2/visit
Euchre on Friday
Evergreen Room 4
Peter Smith (519-217-8986)
Euchre-Friday@gwsa-guelph.ca
Fridays - 1:30-4:00 pm
$2/visit
Book Club 1
Board Room
Veronica Sanche (519-767-9991)
BookClub1@gwsa-guelph.ca
Last Friday of month - 1-2:30 pm
$3/visit
Book Club 2
Board Room
Lynne Oxley (416-918-7466)
BookClub2@gwsa-guelph.ca
Second Friday of month - 1-2:30 pm
$3/visit
Bridge
Evergreen Room 3
Sandi Kinsey
Bridge@gwsa-guelph.ca
Tuesdays - 6:30-9:00 pm
Thursdays - 12:30-3:30 pm
$1/visit
Bunka Art Group
Evergreen Room 3
Carol Ferrier (519-831-1387)
Bunka@gwsa-guelph.ca
Wednesdays - 9:00 am-noon
$25/year
Canasta
Evergreen Room 3
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 (519-831-4340)
ChessClub@gwsa-guelph.ca
Fridays – 10 am-12 pm
$2/visit
Computer Club
Computer Room (Room 1)
Ross Knechtel (226-706-4058)
Ken Chupa (519-829-2476)
ComputerClub@gwsa-guelph.ca
January, March, May, September, November
2nd Monday - 2-4 pm
$3/visit
Computer Mentoring
Computer Room (Room 1)
Ken Chupa (519-829-2476)
Computer.mentoring@gwsa-guelph.ca
No appointment necessary.
Mondays from 1:00 to 3:00 pm
$3/visit
Craft Club
Evergreen Room 2
Sheila Robinson (519-836-9478)
CraftGroup@gwsa-guelph.ca
Fridays - 8 am-12 noon
Cribbage
Evergreen Room 3
Elaine Miller
Cribbage@gwsa-guelph.ca
Tuesdays 12:30 pm-4 pm
$2/visit
Darts Club
Auditorium Stage
Neville Newman (519-400-9136)
DartsClub@gwsa-guelph.ca
Tuesdays and Fridays, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
$25/year
Diabetes Support Group
Room 2
Bill MacDonald (519-400-0950)
DiabetesSupport@gwsa-guelph.ca
2nd Tuesday – 11 am -12 pm
4th Tuesday – 10 am -12 pm
Golf
Tom Kane (519-827-1475)
Golf@gwsa-guelph.ca
Mondays, May to September
$10/year
Into Focus Photography
Evergreen Room 4
Stu McCannell
PhotographyClub@gwsa-guelph.ca
Last Monday of every month—2:30-5 pm
$25.00 a year
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Line Dancing
Evergreen Auditorium
Phyllis (519-760-9415)
Donna (519-831-0943)
linedancing@gwsa-guelph.ca
Mondays – 8:30 to noon
Thursdays – 1:00 to 3:15 p.m.
Mah Jongg
Hall
Leona Petri (519-546-9993)
MahJong@gwsa-guelph.ca
Mondays - 1:30-4:30 p.m.
Peer Learning
Boardroom
Barb McLeod (519-823-2531)
PeerLearning@gwsa-guelph.ca
$18/session
Pickleball
Pickleball@gwsa-guelph.ca
Evergreen Auditorium
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
Evergreen Room 2
Beryl Drohan (519-827-0120)
QuiltGroup@gwsa-guelph.ca
Mondays - 12:30-4:00 pm
Rug Hooking
Evergreen Room 2
Kathy McCallum
RugHooking@gwsa-guelph.ca
Tuesdays 12-4 pm
$25/year
Scrabble
Hall outside the Library
Sebastian (647-580-5780)
Scrabble@gwsa-guelph.ca
Thursdays - 1:00-3:30 pm
$2/visit
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Shuffleboard
Evergreen Auditorium
Elaine Bigam (519-824-6498)
Shuffleboard@gwsa-guelph.ca
Tuesdays & Wednesdays - 1-3 pm
$25/year
Silver Drummers
Room 3
Sandy Isaacs
SilverDrummers@gwsa-guelph.ca
Thursdays 10:30 to 11:30 am
$2/visit
Silver Strummers
Room 3
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 (519-822-0704)
Silvertones@gwsa-guelph.ca
Director/Accompanist: Andrea LeBlanc
Fridays 2:00 - 3:30 pm
$54.24/year
Evergreen Snooker Club
Evergreen Snooker Room
Brian Yasvinski (905-301-2786)
Snooker@gwsa-guelph.ca
Daily - 9:00 am-4:00 pm
$79.10/year
Table Tennis
Evergreen Auditorium
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 (416-996-2112)
Bruno Szafran (519-823-2317)
TexasHoldEmPoker@gwsa-guelph.ca
Tuesdays & Fridays - 6:30-8:30 pm
$2/visit
Walking Club
Meet at 8:45 a.m. at Riverside Pavilion
Various locations
Club Contacts:
WalkingClub@gwsa-guelph.ca
April 11 to October 31, Thursdays 9 am,
$10 annual activity fee
Watercolour Painters Club
Evergreen Room 2
Marta Coutts
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 (519-822-6653)
WestEndArtGroup@gwsa-guelph.ca
September – June
Tuesdays - 12:30-4:00 pm
Membership $25/year
West Hills Art Group
Rm 2 West End C. C.
Dale Vardy (519-823-5746)
WestHillsArtGroup@gwsa-guelph.ca
September - June
Thursdays - noon-4:00 pm
Membership $25/year
Wood Carving Group
Evergreen Room 2
Ken Fugler
WoodCarving@gwsa-guelph.ca
Monday – 6-9 pm
$40/year
Writers Club
Board Room
Susan Jackson (519-265-3246)
WritersClub@gwsa-guelph.ca
1st and 3rd Wednesday, 1-3 p.m.
$2/visit
Writing Your Life Story
Board Room
Jennifer Blackie (519-824-7204)
WritingYourLifeStory@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!’
SPECIAL WEDDING
ANNIVERSARIES
Jack & Jean Anderson celebrated their
59th anniversary on July 10.
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
Hagerman, Ken passed away on Monday, May 20, 2024,
at the age of 77. He was a member of Monday and Friday
Euchre. He also volunteered at Monday Euchre.
Jagt, Neeltje ‘Nellie’ Maria passed away on Friday, May
24, 2024, at the age of 95. She managed the Craft Group
for many years. See article on page 22.
McIntosh, Alvin (Al) passed away on Sunday, June 16,
2024, at the age of 87. He was a member of Monday and
Friday Euchre and Bid Euchre.
McEvoy, Shirley passed away on Sunday, July 7, 2024,
at the age of 76. She was a long-time GWSA member.
Pembleton, Kathleen (Kate) passed away on Friday, July
19, 2024, in her 85th year. She volunteered at the
Evergreen Centre for over 20 years.
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Clubs and Drop-In Activities SEPTEMBER 2024
W West End Community Centre
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
6
8a-12p Crafts
8:30-10:30a Pickleball (B/I)
9-11:30a Canasta
10a-12p Chess
10a-12p Darts
10:30a-1p Badminton
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
5
8:30-10:30a Pickleball (B/I)
8:45a Walking Club
10:30-11:30a Silver Drummers
10:30a-1p Badminton
12-2p Pickleball (A) W
12-4p West Hills Arts W
12:30-3:30p Bridge
1-3:30p Scrabble
1-4p Bid Euchre
1:10-2:10p Intro to Line Dancing
2-4p Pickleball (B/I) W
2-4p Writing Your Life Story
2:15-3:15p Beyond the
Basics Line Dancing
4
8:30-10a Pickleball (I/A)
9a-12p Bunka
10a-1p Table Tennis
12:30-4p Watercolour Painters
1-3p Shuffleboard
1-3p Writers Club
1-4p Badminton W
1:30p BINGO
3
8:30a-12:30p Pickleball (I/A)
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
2-4p Pickleball (A) W
6:30-8:30p Texas Hold
’Em Poker
6:30-9p Bridge
7-9:30p Badminton
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8a-12p Crafts
8:30-10:30a Pickleball (B/I)
9-11:30a Canasta
10a-12p Chess
10a-12p Darts
10:30a-1p Badminton
11a-12p Beading
12-1p Silver Strummers Beg.
1-2p Silver Strummers Exp.
1-2:30p Book Club 2
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
8:30-10:30a Pickleball (B/I)
8:45a Walking Club
10:30-11:30a Silver Drummers
10:30a-1p Badminton
12-2p Pickleball (A) W
12-4p West Hills Arts W
12:30-3:30p Bridge
1-3:30p Scrabble
1-4p Bid Euchre
1:10-2:10p Intro to Line Dancing
2-4p Pickleball (B/I) W
2-4p Writing Your Life Story
2:15-3:15p Beyond the
Basics Line Dancing
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8:30-10a Pickleball (I/A)
9a-12p Bunka
10a-1p Table Tennis
1-3p Shuffleboard
1-4p Art Studio in 2
1-4p Badminton W
1:30p BINGO
10
8:30a-12:30p Pickleball (I/A)
10a-12p Darts
10:30a-12:30p Pickleball (B/I)
11a-12p Diabetes Support
12-2p Pickleball (A) W
12-4p Rug Hooking
12:30-4p Cribbage
12:30-4p West End Arts W
1-3p Shuffleboard
2-4p Pickleball (A) W
6:30-8:30p Texas Hold
’Em Poker
6:30-9p Bridge
7-9:30p Badminton
9
8:35-9:35a Introduction to
Line Dancing
9:40-10:40a Beyond the
Basics Line Dancing
10:45-11:45a Int. Line Dancing
12-3p Pickleball (B/I)
12:30-4p Quilting
1-3p Euchre
1-4p Badminton W
1:30-4:30p Mah Jongg
3-6:15p Table Tennis
6-9p Carving Club
20
8a-12p Crafts
8:30-10:30a Pickleball (B/I)
9-11:30a Canasta
10a-12p Chess
10a-12p Darts
10:30a-1p Badminton
19
8:30-10:30a Pickleball (B/I)
8:45a Walking Club
10:30-11:30a Silver Drummers
10:30a-1p Badminton
12-2p Pickleball (A) W
12-4p West Hills Arts W
18
8:30-10a Pickleball (I/A)
9a-12p Bunka
9a-4p Watercolour Painters
10a-1p Table Tennis
1-3p Shuffleboard
17
8:30a-12:30p Pickleball (I/A)
10a-12p Darts
10:30a-12:30p Pickleball (B/I)
12-2p Pickleball (A) W
12-4p Rug Hooking
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8:35-9:35a Introduction to
Line Dancing
9:40-10:40a Beyond the
Basics Line Dancing
10:45-11:45a Int. Line Dancing
12-3p Pickleball (B/I)
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12:30-4p Quilting
1-3p Euchre
1-4p Badminton W
1:30-4:30p Mah Jongg
3-6:15p Table Tennis
6-9p Carving Club
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8:35-9:35a Introduction to
Line Dancing
9:40-10:40a Beyond the
Basics Line Dancing
10:45-11:45a Int. Line Dancing
12-3p Pickleball (B/I)
12:30-4p Quilting
1-3p Euchre
1-4p Badminton W
1:30-4:30p Mah Jongg
2:30-5p Into Focus
Photography
3-6:15p Table Tennis
6-9p Carving Club
30
8:35-9:35a Introduction to
Line Dancing
9:40-10:40a Beyond the
Basics Line Dancing
10:45-11:45a Int. Line Dancing
12-3p Pickleball (B/I)
12:30-4p Quilting
1-3p Euchre
1-4p Badminton W
1:30-4:30p Mah Jongg
2:30-5p Into Focus
Photography
3-6:15p Table Tennis
6-9p Carving Club
12:30-4p Cribbage
12:30-4p West End Arts W
1-3p Shuffleboard
2-4p Pickleball (A) W
6:30-8:30p Texas Hold
’Em Poker
6:30-9p Bridge
7-9:30p Badminton
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8:30a-12:30p Pickleball (I/A)
10a-12p Darts
10a-12p Diabetes Support
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
2-4p Pickleball (A) W
6:30-8:30p Texas HE Poker
6:30-9p Bridge
7-9:30p Badminton
Weekend Activities
Saturday
9a-12p Table Tennis
Sunday
8:30a-10:45a Pickleball
(B/I)
10:45a-1p Pickleball
(I/A)
1:30-3:30p Badminton
1-3p Writers Club
1-4p Badminton W
1:30p BINGO
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8:30-10a Pickleball (I/A)
9a-12p Bunka
10a-1p Table Tennis
1-3p Shuffleboard
1-4p Art Studio in 2
1-4p Badminton W
1:30p BINGO
12:30-3:30p Bridge
1-3:30p Scrabble
1-4p Bid Euchre
1:10-2:10p Intro to Line Dancing
2-4p Pickleball (B/I) W
2-4p Writing Your Life Story
2:15-3:15p Beyond the
Basics Line Dancing
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8:30-10:30a Pickleball (B/I)
8:45a Walking Club
10:30-11:30a Silver Drummers
10:30a-1p Badminton
12-2p Pickleball (A) W
12-4p West Hills Arts W
12:30-3:30p Bridge
1-3:30p Scrabble
1-4p Bid Euchre
1:10-2:10p Intro to Line Dancing
2-4p Pickleball (B/I) W
2-4p Writing Your Life Story
2:15-3:15p Beyond the
Basics Line Dancing
11a-12p Beading
12-1p Silver Strummers Beg.
1-2p Silver Strummers Exp.
1-4p Table Tennis W
1:30-4p Euchre
2-3:30p Silvertones
6:30-8:30p Texas HE Poker
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8a-12p Crafts
8:30-10:30a Pickleball (B/I)
9-11:30a Canasta
10a-12p Chess
10a-12p Darts
10:30a-1p Badminton
11a-12p Beading
12-1p Silver Strummers Beg.
1-2p Silver Strummers Exp.
1-2:30p Book Club 1
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
OUTDOOR and WEST END ACTIVITIES
WILL BE ACTIVE AS USUAL DURING
SEPTEMBER. THE EVERGREEN
CENTRE IS CLOSED, but some groups
may have a different location to meet.
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1-4p Pickleball (I/A)
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The Wood Carving Group and West Hills Art Group
If you missed the incredible Wood Carving display in the windows outside Room 4, here is your
opportunity to see their work. They have been gracious enough to allow an extended show over the summer
months. Also on display for your viewing pleasure is the talented artwork from West Hills Art Group. Most
paintings are for sale with a portion of the proceeds to the GWSA. This group meets on Thursdays in the
afternoons (with a break over the summer months) at the West End Community Centre.
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JAGT, Neeltje ‘Nellie’ Maria
February 11, 1929 ~ May 24, 2024
Nellie was an active member of the Evergreen Seniors Centre since
1992, where for many years she managed the Craft Group. She
received the Volunteer Service Award from the Province of Ontario for
40 years of volunteering, and she dedicated more than 15 years driving
for the Canadian Cancer Society. Nellie was an avid advocate for
accessibility in City of Guelph buildings.
Some of you may remember her as an energetic salesperson for Tops
-n-Trends for many years.
Nellie was one of the original members of the Friday Craft Group
and she had also belonged to the Walking Club many years ago, as
well as volunteering at the Evergreen, where she worked on the front desk when it was
manned by volunteers.
She will be greatly missed at the Craft Group and around the Evergreen.
Be active.
Get involved. Make friends.
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EVERY LIFE TELLS A STORY
This is the title of the anthology of tales
published by the Writing Your Life Story
Activity Group. The stories are an eclectic
variety of nostalgia, humour, and more
serious topics. Members of this Activity
Group each contributed one or two
stories from their own Life Story which
they have been working on for the past
year. For more details, you can look at a
sample, or pick up a promotional
pamphlet from the GWSA office, or the
Information Desk in the front lobby.
These books are available on a print-toorder
basis, at a cost of $20 each. If you
would like to buy a copy or two – they
would make great Christmas gifts – please contact Jennifer Blackie at
519-824-7204 or WritingYourLifeStory@gwsa-guelph.ca
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2024 Fall Monthly Meetings and Events
Meetings are the 4th Tuesday of the Month
Meet at Dublin Street United Church—All Welcome!
SEPTEMBER— Tuesday, September 24
7:30 pm General Meeting and Mini Flower
Show
Topic: “Garden Questions Answered”
Speakers: Master Gardener Questions &
Discussion Panel
Cost: $5; free with membership
OCTOBER— Tuesday, October 22
7:30 pm General Meeting and Mini Flower Show
Topic: “Highlights of the 2024 Trial Gardens”
Speaker: Rodger Tschanz
Cost: $5; free with membership
NOVEMBER— Tuesday, November 26
7:00 pm Annual Holiday Penny Table. Items displayed for viewing;
Penny table tickets available for draws.
7:30 pm Brief announcements
Topic: “Floral and Holiday Design Demo”
Speaker: Stephen Huack
8:30-9 pm (approx.) Penny Table - Enjoy your winnings!
Cost: $5; free with membership
DECEMBER— no meeting
Dublin Street United Church, 68 Suffolk St. W.
Annual Membership is $15 (Jan-Dec)
Includes yearbook and access to trips and workshops
www.guelphhort.org
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Guelph FHT's Wellness Workshops are offered at
no cost and open to everyone! Check out our Fall
2024 workshop offerings!
You can print and view the schedule by visiting our
webpage: www.guelphfht.com/wellnessworkshops-and-programs/
*Please note: the dates/times/locations may change.
Keep checking website/email for any updates.
FREE Wellness Workshops in September, presented
by the Guelph Family Health Team:
Calming Strategies (Topic: Breathing)
Date: Thursday, September 5
Time: 12:00 pm – 12:45 pm EST
Location: *VIRTUAL webinar only
Learn more HERE
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Part 2 - Generalized
Anxiety Disorder (5 sessions to attend)
Dates: Monday, September 9, 16, 23, 30, October 7
Time: 11:30 am - 1:30 pm EST
Location: IN-PERSON workshop only
Suite 500 – 649 Scottsdale Drive, Guelph
Learn more HERE
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Part 1 (3 sessions to
attend)
Dates: Tuesday, September 10, 17, 24
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm EST
Location: IN-PERSON workshop only
Suite 500 – 649 Scottsdale Drive, Guelph
Learn more HERE
Let's Talk About: Food & Mood
Date: Tuesday, September 10
Time: 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm EST
Location: IN-PERSON workshop only
Suite 500 – 649 Scottsdale Drive, Guelph
Learn more HERE
Calming Strategies (Topic: Grounding)
Date: Thursday, September 19
Time: 12:00 pm – 12:45 pm EST
Location: *VIRTUAL webinar only
Learn more HERE
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Thursday, November 21, 2024
“First Light” in Midland
Total Cost - $140.00 members only (nonrefundable) Code: 57461
Registration starts on Thursday, August 29, 2024
Booking Deadline: Thursday, October 31, 2024
Sainte-Marie’s “First Light” is an award-winning, must-see holiday event with a great lineup of family activities
and live musical performances, all amidst the spectacular glow of thousands of candles.
You will be transported back in time to the 17th century and early pioneer times. Wander the lantern lit pathways to
the historical buildings dressed up for the holiday season with fresh greenery & festive decor. Talk with men and
women in period clothing and learn what life was like in those days.
Explore the vendor fair to get a head start on your holiday shopping, enjoy take-home crafts, historical
demonstrations, and festive decor. Warm up with a hot cup of cocoa by the fire!
Come and experience a little holiday magic!
PLEASE DRESS WARMLY AS SOME OF THIS EVENT IS OUTDOORS
Please note: Most of the vendors will not have the ability to accept credit or debit card payments and will only
accept cash. There is no ATM on site.
When you register in Recenroll or at the front desk, please choose your entree for dinner:
Traditional French Canadian Tourtiere with mashed potatoes and cranberry chutney
or Traditional Christmas dinner: turkey, stuffing, cranberry, sweet potato, carrot, turnip, mashed potatoes & gravy
or Vegetarian.
Departure Evergreen Centre: 12:30 p.m.; Carousel: 12:45 p.m. Reminder: Please park at the Carousel.
Return: approx. 10:00 p.m.
Cost: includes travel by coach, hot dinner, admission charge, all tips (including the driver), and taxes.
Please have lunch or bring a snack.
Don't wait - sign up when the trip opens.
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 Thursday, October 31, 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 Thursday, October
31, 2024.
Please put the date on your calendar and arrive on time.
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Thursday December 12, 2024
Mystery Trip
Total cost : $150.00 - members only (non-refundable) Code: 57463
Registration starts on Tuesday, October 1, 2024
Booking deadline: Friday, November 15, 2024
Join us on a “Magical Mystery Trip” where you will enjoy a delicious hot meal, be inspired and
entertained! Dress warmly!
Choose one of the following when you register for the trip:
1) Turkey Dinner (dark and white meat) with mashed potatoes and veg/gravy or
2) Honey glazed ham dinner with mash potato/veg/corn bread/brown mustard sauce or
3) Summer vegetable ratatouille with peas & peppercorn polenta
Depart Evergreen Centre: 12:30 p.m. Carousel: 12:45 p.m. Return: 10:00 p.m.
Please park at the carousel and not the Evergreen Centre.
Cost: includes travel by coach, hot dinner, admissions, tips (including the driver), and all taxes.
Reminder: please have lunch before the trip or bring a snack to eat on the bus as dinner won’t be served
for a few hours after we get to our destination.
Don’t wait - sign up when the trip opens.
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 Friday, November 15,
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 prepurchase
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 Friday,
November 15, 2024.
Please put the date on your calendar and arrive on time.
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Bistro 683 - September 2024
The Evergreen Restaurant is open to the public
and serves a large variety of menu items that are
available from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm, Monday to
Friday (except holidays):
Featured Hot Lunch
$7.50 + tax.
Each hot lunch is served as a full and balanced,
nutritional meal.
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.
Coffee and tea services are available until 2:00 pm.
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.
The Bistro serves a large variety of ‘Take Home
Frozen Meals’ for your convenience. They are
available in the Bistro freezer all day from 9:00 am
until 4:30 pm. They can be purchased from the
Bistro cashier or the front desk staff after 2:00 pm.
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.
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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