March Sentinel 2025 FINAL

Photo by John McEgan

Boardwalk in Preservation Park

The Sentinel • March 2025 • Vol.49 No.7

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The Guelph Wellington Seniors Association is

a non-profit organization based at the

Evergreen Seniors Community Centre

www.gwsa-guelph.ca

Board of Directors

Pat Gage, President

Cathryn Cortissoz, Vice-President

Art Roelofsen, Treasurer

Charlie Bishop

Karen Kelly

Elizabeth Steggles

Yvonne Thomas

Donna Keating

Brigitte Geisler

Kim Taylor

Eva Quan

Jeff Millard

GWSA Office Staff

Linda Jeffrey, Executive Director

Audrey Bishop, Program Coordinator

Sharon Lamers, Finance Administrator

The Sentinel Staff

Carol Croft, Administrator, Printer

Russ Brown, Editor

Ray Miller, Assistant Administrator, Printer

George Hughes, Printer

In This Issue

MESSAGE FROM THE BOARD ........................... 4

GWSA GROUP ACTIVITY

INFORMATION .............................................. 7

CLUBS AND DROP-IN

ACTIVITIES: MARCH .................................... 15

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED ................................. 17

FOCUS ON MEMBERS ................................... 18

PUZZLES, GAMES & COMICS ......................... 32

BISTRO 683 MENU: MARCH .......................... 35

City of Guelph Staff

Melissa Haynes, Supervisor, Senior & Youth

Services

Melissa DeNardis, Recreation Coordinator –

Senior Services

Becky MacDonald, Recreation Coordinator –

Volunteers

Mark Leeming, Chef

Joan Moynihan, Sous Chef

Jill Hunt, Customer Service Clerk

EVERGREEN SENIORS COMMUNITY CENTRE

is a recreation facility owned by the City of

Guelph. The Guelph Wellington Seniors

Association works in collaboration with the

City to provide diverse programs, activities,

and services for older adults of Guelph and

Wellington County.

683 Woolwich St.

Guelph, ON N1H 3Y8

GWSA: (519) 837-5696 Fax (855) 534-0957

City: (519) 837-5699 Fax (519) 823-8972

Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Monday to Friday

(Closed Statutory Holidays)

Read The Sentinel on our website

www.gwsa-guelph.ca

ISSN: 0383 817X

SENTINEL OFFICE

Open Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays (except

holidays) 9 a.m.–1 p.m., unless otherwise noted.

Contact us by email sentinel@gwsa-guelph.ca,

phone (519) 822–1260 x2695, or written message

left in our GWSA office mailbox.

SENTINEL SUBMISSIONS

The deadline for submissions to the April Sentinel is

March 10, 2025. Email submissions to

sentinel@gwsa-guelph.ca.

DISCLAIMER

The Sentinel and the GWSA do not necessarily

agree with or support statements in the Sentinel

made by advertisers or in submissions by writers.

The Sentinel • March 2025

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MESSAGE FROM THE BOARD

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iarton Willy predicted an early

spring as he did not see his

shadow. Spring is a time of new

beginnings, fresh starts, and renewal.

Over the coming months, I look forward

to continuing to build capacity and

opportunities in our association.

We continue to meet with City

representatives to discuss the proposed

five-year Community Benefit Agreement

with the City of Guelph. In December, we

purchased a new software system to

replace the City of Guelph’s RecEnroll

system called MySeniorsCentre. Our staff

and volunteers will be participating in

training to make sure we are ready for

the implementation of our new software.

As of April 1 st , registrations,

memberships, and activity fee payments

will be made through our new front

counter space (named the Hub), which

will be constructed in the area where the

Treasure Chest presently resides. The

Treasure Chest will be moved to the wall

between the gym and the Bistro.

Initially, we will have staff/volunteers to

operate the Hub from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

every day. Going forward, this reception

area will house our Welcome Desk

volunteers, and they will be happy to

provide you with copies of The Sentinel

newsletter and answer any questions you

may have about the Centre. You will see

lots of activity in the next weeks as the

Hub is being constructed. As of April 1 st ,

you will no longer need to go the city


front desk for anything to do with

GWSA—look to the Hub!

This month we will be losing two of our

Board Members—Cathryn Cortissoz and

Karen Kelly are leaving Canada to

immigrate to Australia. We are sad to

see them go, but we wish them all the

best in their new home. On behalf of the

Board and our members I just want to

thank them for all the wonderful work

they have done on the Governance and

Membership & Marketing Committees.

As I mentioned in last month’s message,

the Board and the Finance Committee

regularly discuss how to expand our

existing revenue streams—and that

includes membership and activity fees.

Last month’s Sentinel included a list of

updated activity and membership fees,

which become effective April 1st. The

updated list in this month’s Sentinel

provides more details regarding all our

activity group programs and new fees.

Every week someone stops me in the hall

and tells me they’ve heard a rumour

about some of the changes that are

coming—I’m always happy to stop and

provide clarity. Our goal is to have a

smooth transition to the new system, but

we all know that there may be some

unexpected bumps and surprises along

the way. Thank you for your patience

and good humour.

Pat Gage, President

The Guelph Wellington Seniors Association mission has always been to enable older

adults to be active, involved, make friends and age with dignity.

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GWSA GROUP ACTIVITY INFORMATION

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our GWSA membership includes a copy of The Sentinel newsletter published ten

times a year, and the ability to join any of our many activities and events. Our

activity groups use two models for collecting group fees: pay-as-you-play or a yearly

activity fee (all fees include HST). 1 We also offer regular educational and informational

workshops, many at no charge for our members.

Note: All activity groups require an up-to-date GWSA membership to participate.

Art in the Hall

Art in the Hall is an opportunity for all

artisans to showcase their work. We

display the fine artistic talents on two

large walls in front of our Library and a

dedicated window space for smaller

items.

GWSA receives 20% commission from

each sale. To purchase any of the art

pieces, the staff at the HUB desk will

assist you.

Kim Taylor

artinthehall@gwsa-guelph.ca

Art Studio

Art Studio is an art collective. Artists are

welcome to work with their medium of

choice. Current techniques practiced

include watercolour, acrylic, drawing,

pastels, greeting card creation, and

diamond dots. While new mediums are

encouraged, the centre is now scentfree,

so materials with strong odours,

such as oil paints, are not permitted.

Artists must supply their own materials

and manage their own projects. While

there's no formal instruction, members

frequently exchange tips and insights.

Additionally, members are eligible to

display their work in Art in the Hall

exhibits at the Evergreen Centre.

Room 2

Jennifer Storey

artstudio@gwsa-guelph.ca

Every 2 nd & 4 th Wed., 1–4 p.m.

$35/year

Badminton 2

Evergreen Auditorium

Michael Gareau (365) 292-0078

badminton@gwsa-guelph.ca

Tues., 7–9:30 p.m.

Thurs. & Fri., 10:30 a.m.–1 p.m.

Sun., 1:30–3:30 p.m.

Mon. & Wed., 1–4 p.m. (at WECC)

(No play at WECC Jul. & Aug.)

$140/year

Beading and Jewelry Making

We always welcome new members and

invite you to bring your beading supplies.

Leslie will facilitate impromptu miniclasses

on Metis beadworking.

Board Room

Eva Quan

beading@gwsa-guelph.ca

Fri., 9:30–11:30 a.m.

$2/visit

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Prices included herein become effective April 1.

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There’s a waitlist for interested players.


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Book Club 1

For March, we will be reading Moon of

the Crusted Snow by Waubgeshig Rice,

and, for April, The Bookshop of

Yesterdays by Amy Myerson.

Board Room

Veronica Sanche (519) 767-9991

bookclub1@gwsa-guelph.ca

Last Fri. of month, 1–2:30 p.m.

$3/visit

Book Club 2

We enjoy reading a variety of books such

as mysteries, historical fiction, memoirs,

etc., and then we discuss them. We all

share our views on the books, some we

enjoy, some not so much, but sharing

our viewpoints helps us explore all sides

of a story.

For March, we will be reading a thriller

fiction by Ashley Tate called Twenty-

Seven Minutes. In April, we will be

reading a historical fiction by Madeline

Martin called The Keeper of Hidden

Books.

Board Room

Lynne Oxley (416) 918-7466

bookclub2@gwsa-guelph.ca

2 nd Fri. of month, 1–2:30 p.m.

$3/visit

Bridge

The Bridge group welcomes players with

a basic knowledge of the game. Come

and enjoy playing in a friendly and

comfortable environment. We mix and

mingle with a room full of eager players

so that everyone has a partner.

Room 2

Sandi Kinsey

bridge@gwsa-guelph.ca

Tues., 6:30–9:00 p.m.

Thurs., 12:30–3:30 p.m.

$2/visit

Bunka Art Group

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. The needle is

held and operates in much the same

manner as an artist’s brush or pencil. We

mentor new members and supplies are

ordered as a group.

Room 3

Carol Ferrier (519) 831-1387

bunka@gwsa-guelph.ca

Wed., 9:15 a.m.–12 p.m.

$35/year

Canasta

All levels of players are welcome. We are

a friendly group and are happy to teach

you how to play.

Room 3

Sandi Kinsey

canasta@gwsa-guelph.ca

Fri., 9–11:30 a.m.

$2/visit

Canoe Club

Bob Bonham

canoeclub@gwsa-guelph.ca

Canoe season runs from the Meet-N-

Greet in Apr. to the end of Sept. Canoe

outings are generally every Thurs. and

Fri., 9 a.m.–12 p.m.

$115/year

Casual Biking

Various locations in and around Guelph.

John Ness

casualbicycling@gwsa-guelph.ca

Wed., May 1–Oct. 31, 9 a.m.–12 p.m.

$15/year


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Chess Club

Calling all chess lovers. We welcome

players of all levels. Primarily we are

amateur players enjoying casual chess

games. Chess sets are available.

Evergreen Hallway

Bruce Hurst (519) 831-4340

chessclub@gwsa-guelph.ca

Fri., 10 a.m.–12 p.m.

$2/visit

Colouring for Calm

Room 2

Rick Losole

colouringforcalm@gwsa-guelph.ca

Fri., 12–2 p.m.

$2/visit

Computer Club

Room 1

Ross Knechtel (226) 706-4058

Ken Chupa (519) 829-9407

computerclub@gwsa-guelph.ca

Jan., Mar., May, Sept., Nov.

2 nd Mon., 2–4 p.m.

$3/visit

Computer Mentoring

Do you need help with your device? Our

team is here to help with any of the

following: laptop, tablet, smartphone.

We provide one-to-one support with

devices running Microsoft, Chrome, Apple

or Android operating systems.

We help with email accounts, organizing

files, learning new features. No

appointment necessary. Let us help you

build your confidence and skills with

technology.

Room 1

Ken Chupa (519) 829-9407

computer.mentors@gwsa-guelph.ca

Mon., 1–3 p.m.

GWSA members $3/visit

Non-member $5/visit

Craft Club

The GWSA craft group provides supplies

for those wishing to continuing using

your skills to create products for sale in

our Treasure Chest. Our home-based

knitters and those who come to the

centre have produced amazing products

and the sales support GWSA and its

operations.

Room 2

Sheila Robinson (519) 836-9478

craftgroup@gwsa-guelph.ca

Fri., 8 a.m.–12 p.m.

Cribbage

Every Tuesday afternoon a group of

happy and welcoming folks get together

to play a friendly game of cribbage. New

players are always welcome. We will

teach you!

Room 3

Elaine Miller

cribbage@gwsa-guelph.ca

Tues., 12:45–4 p.m.

$2/visit

Darts Club

Evergreen Auditorium Stage

Paul Anderson (519) 835-1534

dartsclub@gwsa-guelph.ca

Tues. and Fri., 10 a.m.–12 p.m.

$35/year


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Diabetes Support Group

This is a peer led support group for folks

diagnosed with diabetes and their

partners. Join us as we chat about the

challenges of living with diabetes.

Room 1

Bill MacDonald (519) 400-0950

diabetessupport@gwsa-guelph.ca

2 nd Tues., 11 a.m.–12 p.m.

4 th Tues., 10 a.m.–12 p.m.

$2/visit

Euchre

¨ On Mondays

Room 1

Earl Mead

euchre-monday@gwsa-guelph.ca

Mon., 1–4 p.m.

$2/visit

¨ On Fridays

Room 4

Peter Smith (519) 217-8986

euchre-friday@gwsa-guelph.ca

Fri., 1–4 p.m.

$2/visit

Bid Euchre

If you play Euchre, you can play Bid

Euchre. Make new friends enjoying this

stimulating game!

John Finamore (519) 993-8221

bideuchre@gwsa-guelph.ca

¨ On Tuesdays 3

Room 1

Tues., 1–4 p.m.

$2/visit

¨ On Thursdays

Room 3

Thurs., 1–4 p.m.

$2/visit

Golf

Tom Kane (519) 827-1475

golf@gwsa-guelph.ca

Mon., 6 a.m.–6 p.m., May–Sept.

$15/year

Line Dancing

Great exercise for your body and mind.

You meet new friends, enjoy great music

and no partner is required. All levels are

welcome, especially new dancers.

¨ Monday Line Dance Classes

§ 8:35–9:35 a.m., Introduction to

Line Dancing

§ 9:40–10:40 a.m., Beyond the

Basics

§ 10:45-11:45 a.m., Intermediate

¨ Thursday Line Dance Classes

§ 1:10–2:10 p.m., Introduction to

Line Dancing

§ 2:15–3:15 p.m., Beyond the Basics

For all GWSA members, 1 st visit free,

then $2 for each session.


Phyllis (519) 760-9415

Donna (519) 831-0943

linedancing@gwsa-guelph.ca

Mon., 8:30 a.m.–2 p.m.

Thurs., 1–3:15 p.m.

Mah Jongg

This game is played with tiles, like

dominoes. We are happy to provide

instruction to new players.

Evergreen Hallway

Leona Petri (519) 546-9993

mahjong@gwsa-guelph.ca

Mon., 1:30–4:30 p.m.

$2/visit

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Activity begins on March 4.


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Move a Little Move a Lot

A gentle exercise program using balls

and therabands.

Room 3

audrey.bishop@gwsa-guelph.ca

Mon., 11–11:45 a.m.

GWSA members $2/session

Non-members $4/session

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.

To put your name on our email list,

contact Barb McLeod at (519) 823-2531.

Board Room

Mon., Jan. 6–Mar. 17, 9:30–10:30 a.m.

$20/course

Photography Club

The Photography Club is a friendly group

of amateur photographers. Our

equipment ranges from mobile phones,

point-and-shoot to fancy DSLR cameras.

We share a common interest in this

hobby, and we learn from each other.

Room 4

Stu McCannell

photographyclub@gwsa-guelph.ca

Last Mon. of every month, 2:30–5 p.m.

$40/year

Pickleball 4

We play at the Evergreen Seniors

Community Centre and West End

Community Centre (WECC) six days per

week. Players are tested and play

against similar skill levels.

pickleball@gwsa-guelph.ca

$70 twice/year

Quilting

Our members come and create amazing

items for sale in the Treasure Chest. Join

us, grab some materials, and get your

creative juices flowing. The items

contributed are a crucial part of GWSA

fundraising.

Room 2

Beryl Drohan (519) 827-0120

quiltgroup@gwsa-guelph.ca

Mon., 12:30–4 p.m.

Rug Hooking

Traditional rug hooking is both an art and

a craft. Many beautiful and unique items

are created by pulling loops of fabric or

yarn through a stiff, woven base such as

burlap or linen. Beginners are welcome

and we will help you get started. Please

bring your own supplies.

Room 2

Kathy McCallum

rughooking@gwsa-guelph.ca

Tues., 12–4 p.m.

$35/year

Saturday Dances


dances@gwsa-guelph.ca

Once a month on a Saturday

7:30–11 p.m.

$15/ticket

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Activity/waitlist is currently full.


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Scrabble

All skills from newbie to expert are

welcome. Drop-ins are welcome. We

especially love new players. Scrabble

boards are provided. All you need is a

GWSA membership!

Evergreen Hallway

Sebastian (647) 580-5780

scrabble@gwsa-guelph.ca

Thurs., 1:30–3:30 p.m.

$2/visit

Seated Dance Fitness

Six-week class designed for older adults

with reduced mobility.

Room 4

audrey.bishop@gwsa-guelph.ca

Thurs., Jan. 30–Mar. 6, 10:30–

11:30 a.m.

GWSA members free

Non-members $2 donation

Shuffleboard

All skill levels are welcome. Join a group

of active folks looking to share some

exercise and laughs. All supplies are

provided.


Carolina Augello (519) 824-2853

shuffleboard@gwsa-guelph.ca

Tues. & Wed., 1–3 p.m.

$35/year

Silver Drummers

It’s fun to drum! We look forward to

seeing you on Thursday morning to

experience our Drum Circle. We have

drums and percussion instruments to

share or bring your own. We play with

joy!

Room 3

Sue Paul (226) 500-4158

silverdrummers@gwsa-guelph.ca

Thurs., 10:30–11:30 a.m.

$2/visit

Silver Strummers

We welcome all skill levels to our ukelele

orchestra. You will be provided with all

the information you need to get started.

Come and try the universally accessible

and friendly instrument of the ukulele.

Room 3

silverstrummers@gwsa-guelph.ca

Fri., 11:45 a.m.–1:45 p.m.

$85/year

Silvertones Choir

To join this choir, you do not need to be

able to read music, just have a love for

singing. This group is currently at

capacity.

Room 3

Darlene Pembleton (519) 822-0704

silvertones@gwsa-guelph.ca

Fri., 1:45–4 p.m.

$85/year

Snooker Club

We are a group of active, friendly players

of all skill levels. Please drop by the

Snooker Room. You will be assured a

warm welcome. We have three tables so

we can accommodate many players.

Ladies, don’t be shy. Our small ladies’

contingent typically plays on Tuesday

mornings.

Evergreen Snooker Room

Brian Yasvinski (905)-301-2786

snooker@gwsa-guelph.ca

Daily 9–5 p.m.

$115/year


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Table Tennis


Petr Vales

tabletennis@gwsa-guelph.ca

$140/year

¨ At Evergreen

Mon., 3–6:15 p.m.

Wed., 10 a.m.–1 p.m.

Sat., 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

¨ At West End

Fri., 1–4 p.m. (WECC except

during Jul./Aug.)

Texas Hold ’Em

Come to Room 2 and enjoy a lively

bunch of players. We play on a point

system and the one with the most points

each week comes out a winner. Your $2

will buy $650 in “real” casino chips. We

play until there is only one player left or

8:30 p.m., whichever comes first.

New players are welcome; we can teach

you.

¨ Texas Hold ’Em Poker Tuesday

Room 2

Dennis Canning (519) 824-0552

texasholdempokertuesday@gwsaguelph.ca

Tues., 6:30–8:30 p.m.

$2/visit

¨ Texas Hold ’Em Poker Friday

Room 2

Brian Pittana (519) 993-4024

texasholdempokerfriday@gwsaguelph.ca

Fri., 6:30–8:30 p.m.

$2/visit

Walking Club Indoors

Guelph Sports Dome

walkingclub@gwsa-guelph.ca

Oct. 2–Mar. 26

Wed., 9–12 a.m. & 10:45–11:45 a.m.

$15/year

Watercolour Painters Club

This group provides painters the

opportunity to practise their hobby with

others sharing the same interest. No

classes or lessons are offered. We

welcome accomplished watercolour

painters.

Room 2

Marta Coutts

watercolourpainters@gwsa-guelph.ca

1 st & 5 th Wed., 12:30–4 p.m.

3 rd Wed., 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

$35/year

West End Art Group

West End Community Room 2

Nancy Baker (519) 822-6653

westendartgroup@gwsa-guelph.ca

Sept.–Jun.

Tues., 12:30–4 p.m.

$35/year

West Hills Art Group

We create and display original paintings,

drawings and event cards. We participate

in enjoyable conversation and share our

skills with fellow artists. All media

welcome.

West End Community Room 2

Dale Vardy

westhillsartgroup@gwsa-guelph.ca

Sept.–Jun.

Thurs., 12–4:00 p.m.

$35/year


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Wood Carving Group

We do carving in the round, like cartoon

characters, birds and wildlife, spoons,

bowls, etc. Other carving techniques

include marquetry and pyrography.

Training available.

Room 2

Ken Fugler

woodcarving@gwsa-guelph.ca

Mon., 6–9 p.m.

$45/year

Writers Club 5

Do you enjoy writing down your

experiences, ideas and opinions? Join us

as we share our compositions in a roundtable,

small-group setting.

Room 1

Susan Jackson (519) 265-3246

writersclub@gwsa-guelph.ca

1 st & 3 rd Wed., 1–3 p.m.

$2/visit

Writing Your Life Story

Researching and writing your life story

can prove to be a very worthwhile

activity. We will guide you and help you

“fill in the blanks” as you create your life

story. We use old photo albums,

journals, diaries and letters. Our group is

ongoing, and spaces are limited. Join us

and share your story!

Board Room

Jennifer Blackie (519) 824-7204

writingyourlifestory@gwsa-guelph.ca

Thurs., 12–2 p.m.

$50 every 6 month

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CLUBS AND DROP-IN ACTIVITIES: MARCH

W – West End Community Centre

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

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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 Computer Mentoring

1-3p Euchre

1-4p Badminton W

1:30-4:30p Mah Jongg

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8:30a-12:30p Pickleball

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

1-4p Bid Euchre


6:30-8:30p Texas HE Poker

6:30-9p Bridge

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

9a-12p Bunka

10a-1p Table Tennis

10:45-11:45a Walking Club

12:30-4p Watercolour

Painters

1-3p Shuffleboard

1-3p Writers Club

1-4p Badminton W

1:30p BINGO

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

10:30-11:30a Silver

Drummers

10:30a-1p Badminton


12-4p West Hills Arts W

12:30-3:30p Bridge

1-3p Writing Your Life Story

1-3:30p Scrabble

1-4p Bid Euchre

1:10-2:10p Intro to Line

Dancing

3-6:15p Table Tennis 7-9:30p Badminton

2-4p Pickleball (B/I) W

6-9p Carving Club

2:15-3:15p Beyond the

Basics Line Dancing

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Line Dancing


Basics Line Dancing

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


12:30-4p Quilting


1-3p Euchre

1-4p Badminton W


2-4p Computer Club

3-6:15p Table Tennis

6-9p Carving Club

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Line Dancing


Basics Line Dancing

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


12:30-4p Quilting


1-3p Euchre

1-4p Badminton W


2-4p Computer Club


6-9p Carving Club

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10a-12p Darts



12-4p Rug Hooking

12:30-4p Cribbage


1-3p Shuffleboard

1-4p Bid Euchre



6:30-9p Bridge

7-9:30p Badminton

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10a-12p Darts



12-4p Rug Hooking

12:30-4p Cribbage


1-3p Shuffleboard

1-4p Bid Euchre



6:30-9p Bridge

7-9:30p Badminton

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9a-12p Bunka

10a-1p Table Tennis



Painters

1-3p Shuffleboard

1-3p Writers Club

1-4p Badminton W

1:30p BINGO

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9a-12p Bunka

10a-1p Table Tennis



Painters

1-3p Shuffleboard

1-3p Writers Club

1-4p Badminton W

1:30p BINGO

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10:30-11:30a Silver

Drummers

10:30a-1p Badminton



12:30-3:30p Bridge


1-3:30p Scrabble

1-4p Bid Euchre


Dancing



Basics Line Dancing

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10:30-11:30a Silver

Drummers

10:30a-1p Badminton



12:30-3:30p Bridge


1-3:30p Scrabble

1-4p Bid Euchre


Dancing



Basics Line Dancing

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8a-12p Crafts


9-11:30a Canasta

9:30-11:30a Beading

10a-12p Chess

10a-12p Darts

10:30a-1p Badminton

12-1p Silver Strummers Beg.

1-2p Silver Strummers Exp.

1-2:30p Book Club 2

1-3p Pickleball

1-4p Table Tennis W

1:30-4p Euchre

2-3:30p Silver Ringers

2-3:30p Silvertones


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8a-12p Crafts


9-11:30a Canasta

9:30-11:30a Beading

10a-12p Chess

10a-12p Darts

10:30a-1p Badminton

12-1p Silver Strummers Beg

1-2p Silver Strummers Exp

1-3p Pickleball

1-4p Table Tennis W

1:30-4p Euchre


2-3:30p Silvertones


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8a-12p Crafts


9-11:30a Canasta

9:30-11:30a Beading

10a-12p Chess

10a-12p Darts

10:30a-1p Badminton

12-1p Silver Strummers Beg.

1-2p Silver Strummers Exp.

1-3p Pickleball

1-4p Table Tennis W

1:30-4p Euchre


2-3:30p Silvertones



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Line Dancing


Basics Line Dancing

10:45-11:45a Int. Line

Dancing


12:30-4p Quilting


1-3p Euchre

1-4p Badminton W


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10a-12p Darts



12-4p Rug Hooking

12:30-4p Cribbage


1-3p Shuffleboard

1-4p Bid Euchre



6:30-9p Bridge

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9a-12p Bunka

10a-1p Table Tennis



Painters

1-3p Shuffleboard

1-3p Writers Club

1-4p Badminton W

1:30p BINGO

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10:30-11:30a Silver

Drummers

10:30a-1p Badminton



12:30-3:30p Bridge


1-3:30p Scrabble

1-4p Bid Euchre


Dancing

2:30-5p Photography Club 7-9:30p Badminton




6-9p Carving Club

Basics Line Dancing

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Line Dancing


Basics Line Dancing

10:45-11:45a Int. Line

Dancing


12:30-4p Quilting


1-3p Euchre

1-4p Badminton W


2:30-5p Photography Club


6-9p Carving Club

Saturday

9-12a Table Tennis

7:30 p.m. on Mar. 29:

Dancing at the Green

Weekend Ac>vi>es

Sunday

8:30a-10:45a Pickleball (B/I)

10:45a-1p Pickleball (I/A)

1:30-3:30p Badminton

Everyday Ac>vi>es

9-4p Snooker

10a-3p Library

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8a-12p Crafts


9-11:30a Canasta

9:30-11:30a Beading

10a-12p Chess

10a-12p Darts

10:30a-1p Badminton

12-1p Silver Strummers Beg

1-2p Silver Strummers Exp

1-2:30p Book Club 1

1-3p Pickleball

1-4p Table Tennis W

1:30-4p Euchre


2-3:30p Silvertones



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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED


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FOCUS ON MEMBERS

The Future of AI

By Sentinel Editor

I

magine a world

where machines

help with daily

tasks, making life

easier and more

enjoyable. The

future of artificial

intelligence (AI)

holds great promise, offering solutions to

many of today’s challenges.

AI is already transforming healthcare by

providing faster and more accurate

diagnoses. For instance, AI algorithms

can analyze medical images, allowing

doctors to detect diseases like cancer

more quickly. This technology not only

saves time but also improves patient

outcomes. Moreover, AI can help

personalize treatment plans based on

individual patient data, making

healthcare more effective. By integrating

AI into medical practices, the overall

quality of healthcare can increase

significantly, leading to healthier

communities.

In the field of education, AI can create

tailored learning experiences for

students. Adaptive learning platforms

use AI to assess a student's strengths

and weaknesses, providing personalized

resources to improve their skills. For

example, programs like DreamBox

Learning help students in mathematics

by adjusting the difficulty of problems

based on their performance. This kind of

individualized attention can lead to better

academic results and a more engaged

learning experience. AI has the potential

to revolutionize education, making it

accessible and effective for all learners.

Environmental sustainability also stands

to benefit from AI advancements. Smart

technologies can optimize energy usage

in homes and buildings, reducing waste

and lowering costs. For instance, AI can

manage heating and cooling systems by

predicting when they are needed most.

Furthermore, AI can assist in monitoring

wildlife and natural resources, helping to

protect endangered species and manage

ecosystems more effectively. By

harnessing AI, society can work towards

a more sustainable planet.

In conclusion, the future of AI is bright,

with the potential to revolutionize

healthcare, education, and the

environment. These advancements can

lead to healthier lives, better learning

experiences, and a more sustainable

world. Embracing AI technology can

bring about positive change, making life

better for everyone. The time has come

to invest in AI, as it may hold the key to

a better future.


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Evergreen Market Place

“For Sale” ads will be left in for three

issues from first insertion (i.e., in Sept.

issue and removed in Dec. issue). If you

want to leave it in longer, please contact

the Sentinel office. If your item sells, let

us know so that we can remove it.

“Accommodation” or “vehicle” ads will

not be included in the Evergreen Market.

Such ads will be treated as advertising

material inserted within these pages at

the current Sentinel advertising rates

plus HST.

For Sale

¨ Piano Rolls. Forty-two (42) Q-R-S

player piano rolls. Call John (519)

822-3548.

¨ Wheelchair. Tilt Quickie. Excellent

condition. Less than 2 years new! Top

of the line model #SR-45. Manual tilt,

easy to control and use. Asking $999.

Call Larry (416) 712-2600.

¨ Wheelchair. In perfect condition.

Gently used for a short time. Asking

$300 (cost new $800). Call Gale (519)

830-6767.

2025 Pilot Transit Program for Seniors

Seniors age 65+ can ride free on Guelph

Transit every Thursday from Feb. 1–

Dec. 31.

Lennard Paxman

turns 101 years

young on

March 13th.

Best wishes, Len.

Have a great day!

Recent Passing

Former GWSA member Dian Whittaker

passed on January 28, 2025.



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RSVP

519.589.1187

Kids Scavenger Hunt

Ice Cream Sundaes

Live Music Performance

Fun Themed Activities

March 16th

2- 4pm

520 Victoria Rd N, Guelph



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PUZZLES, GAMES & COMICS

Solution on page 36


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BISTRO 683 MENU: MARCH

The Evergreen Restaurant is open to the

public and serves a large variety of menu

items that are available from 9:00 a.m.

to 1:00 p.m., Monday to Friday (except

holidays).

Coffee and tea services are available

until 2 p.m. Take-out is also available for

your convenience.

Featured hot lunch is $7.50 plus tax.

Each is served from 11 a.m.–1 p.m. as a

full and balanced nutritional meal.

The Bistro serves a large variety of “Take

Home Frozen Meals” available in the

Bistro freezer all day from 9 a.m. to

4:30 p.m.

Catering is available by special order.

Place your order with the customer

service clerk at least 48 hours before

your event.

For more information, call (519) 837-

5699 or email recreation@guelph.ca.

* Breakfast served starting at 9 a.m.


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Panko Crusted

Chicken

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Fried Dumplings

5

Pesto Chicken

Sandwich

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Pan Seared

Perogies

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BBQ Pulled Pork

Dinner

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Broccoli Cheddar

Quiche

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Cannelloni

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Grilled Ham &

Cheese Sandwich

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Mac & Cheese

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Chili

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Corned Beef

Dinner

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Tortellini Pasta

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Liver and Onions

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Breaded Haddock

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Chicken

Shawarma

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Grilled Pork Chop

& Baked Beans

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Crispy Fish Cakes

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Honey Garlic

Chicken & Rice

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Cobb Salad

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Cabbage Rolls

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Tuna Melt

Sandwich



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