Abbotsford Fall Program Guide 2015 .pub

Fall 2015
Program Guide & Newsletter
September - December
The Glebe Centre
Community Programs
at Abbotsford
Your Community
Support Centre
for Adults 55+
Jason Lutes
950 Bank Street 613-230-5730
www.glebecentre.ca (see Programs & Services / Community Programs)
e-mail us at: [email protected]
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Bloomfields Flowers
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Compact Music
785 Bank St. (613-233-8922) 10% discount on all classical CD’s
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778 Bank St. (613-234-8587)
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Contents
Abbotsford Happenings….. ……………….....….………………………...….……………....4
Abbotsford Music Project, Bridge, Majong and more…. ….…..………..5
Your to-do list!.......................................…..……………………………….….……6/7
Fitness Classes & Descriptions …………………………………………….…..….….…8/9
Topical Talks, Salon Series…………………………...………………………………........10
Learn & Explore ‘Speaker’s Series’………………………...…….…………………..11
Clubs and Pastimes……………………………...….………….….…………………….………...12
Listing of all Clubs including Opera and Book Club……………………..13
Special Events………………………...………………………………..………..….........….14/15
Our Staff & Services………………...…………………………….……………..…..back page
40th Annual Bazaar & ‘Speakers Series’…………………………...………insert
Note: The stated cost of classes is for members only. Non-members are
welcome to register for any of our courses, but will be charged $20 extra
extra.
Membership & Class Information
The membership year runs from January 1, 2015 to December 31, 2015
Our 2015 membership rate is $40. Half price beginning in July for new members.
How to Register for Classes
Payment Methods:
In Person - at our Reception Desk
Cash
By Phone - 613613-230230-5730
Debit
By Mail -
Abbotsford
950 Bank St.
Ottawa, ON K1S 5G6
Cheque
$
DEBIT
CARD
Credit Card
(Visa & MasterCard also available by telephone)
Please register at least one week ahead of course start date.
THE FINE PRINT: You may register for courses at the Abbotsford Reception Desk or by
phone. Payment must be made at the time of registration to secure your place in the class.
You may be asked to show your membership card. A minimum number of participants is
required to run any course, and each course also has a maximum number of possible
participants, so it pays to register early if you are interested!
Courses that have not met the minimum enrolment requirement one week prior to their scheduled start date
will be cancelled. Full refunds will be granted if a course is cancelled. Refunds for any other reason will be
made only if the Centre is notified at least one week prior to the course start date. A $5.00 administrative fee
will be charged on these refunds.
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Abbotsford Happenings:
Celebrating Volunteerism
By: Julie Ireton
Every day, Monday to Friday, Dorothy Martyn arrives at the Glebe Centre long term care home at
7:30 am to help feed residents in need of aid their breakfast. Then she walks over to Abbotsford, the
senior’s centre next door, to tidy the kitchen then start work in the boutique.
Martyn, 85-years-old, says she loves the work, even though she only gets paid in smiles and warm
conversations.
Martyn is one of more than a hundred volunteers that allow the Glebe Centre Community Programs at
Abbotsford to run smoothly and efficiently.
“I know I’m helping people in any way at all. Anyone I know I tell them, ‘You should volunteer.’ I think
everyone should volunteer,” said Martyn.
Lonelle Butler, the volunteer co-ordinator at the Glebe Centre, would agree whole heartedly.
She says she was proud to recommend Martyn and five others from the centre for the 2015 Ontario
Volunteer Service Awards in June.
Among those being thanked for their years of volunteer work with the Glebe Centre Community Programs at Abbotsford are: Marjorie Allan (Teddy Bears 20+ years), Hope Floyd (Crafts & Teddy Bears
25+ years), Patricia Greenwood (Hostess & Scrabble Coordinator 30+ years), Jean Lewis (Day Away,
Crafts & Teddy Bears 20+ years), and Doris Smith (sorting, cleaning and pricing jewellery 30+ years).
For Butler, the volunteers are a vital part of the operation.
“It’s the reliability of these people, their commitment to help run these programs – programs that are
incredibly important to families,” said Butler.
“Some programs like ‘Day Away’ just won’t run without volunteers. They are what sustain that
program.”
Butler says volunteerism in the long term care sector is changing dramatically. She says she’s not
able to attract the number of retirees that she would have 10 years ago.
“People are working longer, have cottages, they’re travelling and want to do a variety of meaningful
volunteering in their retirement,” said Butler.
But she notes that younger people, including students are now helping at the long term care centre,
including kids from the Glebe Montesorri, local high schools and the University of Ottawa.
Martyn says she’s met many friends throughout her years volunteering at the Glebe Centre and
Abbotsford. She’s also a member at the senior’s centre and helps with the annual Christmas bazaar,
but when it comes to workshops and exercise programs provided at the centre she says: “No, I’m too
busy for those activities!”
“I like working in the boutique,” said Martyn. “People come in and know me. I love that.”
Abbotsford is your community support centre for Adults 55+. We are the community programs of The
Glebe Centre Inc., a charitable, not-for-profit organization which includes a 254 bed long term care
home. Find out more about our services by dropping by 950 Bank Street (the old stone house)
Mon- Fri 9-4 pm, telephoning 613-230-5730 or by checking out all of The Glebe Centre facilities and
community programs on our website www.glebecentre.ca
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Intermediate Bridge
Instructor: Claudette Légaré
(10 student minimum)
Abbotsford Music
Project
Choral director and songwriter Chris White gets
everyone playing and singing music together in a
relaxed, enjoyable way. You bring songs you would
like the group to work on and everyone participates
in whatever way they feel comfortable.
-musical instruments welcome but not required.
-no prior experience or musical knowledge required.
-the whole is greater than the sum of the parts!
We will continue to hone our bridge skills by
looking at bidding to a game or part score using
your knowledge base from previous lessons,
planning the play of the hand, defending a
contract ( 50% of the game)or part score, and
still find the game fun.
We will also be looking at techniques that will
further your knowledge of the game and new
notions such as ‘Two over One’, an adaptation
to the Standard American System, which
provides more effective bidding and helps find
the best game and explore slam possibilities.
-learn to tap into our natural inclination to make
music together.
Thursdays, 1:00 - 3.00 pm
Wednesdays, 1:30 - 3:30 pm
(8 weeks)
September 16 – November 18
(10 weeks)
(10 student minimum)
Cost: $60
Sept 17 - Nov 5
Cost: $30
Meditation Class
Mindfulness Class
Fridays: Sept 18 - Nov 6
This class focuses on being
mindful. Learn all about the
techniques that will help you to
reduce stress, sleep better and
reduce Chronic pain.
12:15 - 12:45 pm (8 weeks)
Fridays: Sept 18 - Nov 6
10:30 - 12 noon (8 weeks)
Cost: $80
Instructor:: Zsofia Grandpierre
(minimum 10 participants)
Meditation gives us an opportunity to quiet our minds
and focus our attention on what is happening to us
right now. This group is dedicated to cultivating a
deeper mindfulness practice by providing a weekly
space to practice a variety of mindfulness
meditations as a group. This class will be for those
who have some previous meditation experience or
have completed the Abbotsford introduction to
mindfulness.
Cost: $40
Instructor: Zsofia Grandpierre
(minimum 10 participants)
Learn to Play Mahjong
(6 student minimum)
Learn to play this fascinating tile game where you get to build a flower wall, and create kongs and
chows! And guess what?...It’s easy!
Wednesdays, 1:151:15- 2:45 pm (1.5
(1.5 hrs )
Instructor: Britt Quinlan
Cost $50
Sept 9 - Oct 14 ( 6 weeks )
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Your toto-do list!
Writing Your Memoirs Level I: The Basics
I have a
story...
Instructor: Anne Le Dressay
Wednesdays 10:00 - 11:30 am Sept 16 - Nov 18 (10 Weeks)
Cost: $50
(Maximum students 10)
Writing Your Memoirs Level II: Advanced
Instructor: Anne Le Dressay
Mondays: 10:00 - 11:30 am Sept 14 - Nov 23 (10 weeks*)
Cost: $50 (Maximum students 10) (*no class Oct 12)
Everybody has a story - or stories. You may be writing your memoirs already or just thinking about it.
It may be your whole life story or some specific part: childhood on a ranch, a career in the Arctic,
a trip around the world, a hobby that turned into a business, a friend or relative or colleague who
deserves to be better known. Whatever your project, this course will provide incentive and
encouragement by means of the in-class instruction and memory-jogger exercises, the at-home
assignments, and especially by means of the sharing and discussion of your work with others
involved in similar projects. You can choose to work on one major project for the whole session
or to write a variety of shorter pieces.
Everything You Would Like to Know about Leonard Cohen
This one of a kind course will highlight various aspects of Cohen’s life
and career. Instructor Anthony Berman will guide you through 8
sessions, packed with fascinating facts and shared experiences. You
will hear his poetry read aloud, partake in discussion based on lectures
and be listen to some live recordings of Cohen’s signature songs.
Thursdays: 10:00 - 11:00 am Sept 17 - Nov 5 (8 weeks)
Cost: $40
(Maximum 10 students) Leonard Cohen Portrait by David Meldrum
Writers’ Circle (Club for Members only)
Mondays: 1:00 - 2:30 pm September 14 - Oct 26 (*6 weeks)
(*no class Oct 12)
Facilitator: Anne Le Dressay
$1 DropDrop-In Fee
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The Writers’ Circle is a gathering of writers who meet to read their works-in-progress to each other for
feedback. If you are a writer of poetry, fiction, drama, or creative non-fiction who would like to get new
perspectives on your work and learn from what others are doing, join this group. This is not a course,
but an opportunity to benefit from the experience and insights of other writers.
Stained Glass
Art
(10 student maximum)
Explore acrylic, oil and watercolour
techniques with artist Andrina Cox.
Cox
Special attention to colour theory and use of
contrasting and harmonious colour.
(10 student maximum)
Learn the basics of this art form and make
beautiful objects for your home and friends.
Instructor: Lindsay Marmen
Key notes and techniques for perspective
and balanced composition provided.
* Note: You will be working with tools which
require manual dexterity.
Particpants work on their own projects and/or
explore diverse painting exercise to further
develop their painting confidence and skill.
Thursdays,
Thursdays 9:30 - 11:30 am
Also: weather permitting, we will draw our
inspiration from nature and paint outside by
the pond and canal...all within walking
distance from Abbotsford.
Mondays,
Mondays 10:00 - 12 noon
Sept 14 – Nov 23 (*10 weeks)
(*no class Mon Oct 12)
Cost: $50 (includes material for demo’s)
Sept 17 - Nov 19 (10 weeks)
Cost: $45
Computer Training
Whether you wish to set up an e-mail account or
learn to surf the Web, our computer instructors can
help. This program is ideal for those who may just
need individualized attention.
Bring your own device.
$25 for 5 one on one sessions
Ask at Reception 613613-230230-5730
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Pottery
Learn the basics of hand-building and working on a wheel
under the guidance of Andrina & Maggie Cox,
Cox our
professional potters.
Members who are taking this class may use
the studio to work on their own at other times of the
week for $1 per day, paid at Reception.
Thursdays, 9:30 am - 12 noon or
12:30 - 3:00 pm
Sept 2424- Nov 26 (10 weeks)
Cost: $55
(6 student maximum)
Uncial Script: basic instruction and
review of the beautiful Uncial Script
(sometimes referred to as Celtic). This
script combines nicely on the page with
Italic.
Some time will be devoted to writing
with a very small nib size. Nibs will be
provide for an additional fee.
Beginner are welcome.
Instructor: Joan Massey
Wednesday 10:00 - 12 noon
Sept 16 - Nov 4 (8 weeks)
Cost : $35
Note: The stated cost of classes is for members only. Non-members are
welcome to register for any of our courses, but will be charged $20 extra
extra.
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STAY FIT
Fall Fitness Class Schedule
Multi - Savings for Members taking two or more $75 fitness classes
Day
Course
Monday
Aerobics
Time
11:00 - 12 noon
Dates
Instructor
Sept 14 - Dec 7
Cost
*
$75
*No Class
Joseph Cull
(12 weeks)*
Tuesday
Muscle Toning
10:00 - 11:00 am
Level 2
Tuesday
Muscle Toning
Seated Chair
11:00 - 12 noon
1:00 - 2:00 pm
*No Class
$75
Oct 6
Sept 15 – Dec 8
Kris Belanger
$75
*No Class
Oct 6
Sept 15- Dec 1
Jan Quinn
$75
Sandy Bies
$75
Sandy Bies
$75
Joseph Cull
$75
(12 weeks)
Wednesday Strength Training 9:00 - 10:00 am
Level 2
Thursday
Kris Belanger
(12 weeks)*
Aerobics
Wednesday Balance &
Sept 15 - Dec 8
(12 weeks)*
Level 1
Tuesday
Oct 12
Sept 16- Dec 2
(12 weeks)
10:00 - 11:00 am
Sept 16 - Dec 2
Mobility Program
(6 - 8 students)
(12 weeks)
Aerobics
10:00 - 11:00 am
Sept 17 - Dec 10
*No Class
(12 weeks)*
Thursday
Combo Class
1:00 - 2:00 pm
Level 1
Friday
Combo Class
Nov 26
Sept 17 - Dec 10
Rosi Riopelle
$75
*No Class
(12 weeks)*
9:30 - 10:30 am
Level 2
Nov 26
Sept 18 - Dec 11
Janice
(12 weeks)*
Bridgewater
$75
*No Class
Nov 27
Yoga, Move to Music, Latin Dance & Tai Chi Class Schedule
Monday
Monday
Yoga
2:30 - 4:00 pm
Sept 14 - Dec 7
Evelyn
Hatha Method
(1 1/2 hrs)
(12 weeks)*
Hadican
Move to World
1:00 - 2:00 pm
Sept 14 - Dec 14
Susan
(12 weeks)*
Barker
Sept 18 - Dec 11
Michael
(12 weeks)
Mirkov
Sept 18 - Oct 9
Alexandra
(4 weeks)
Opar
Music
Friday
Friday
Latin Dance
Modified Yang
Tai Chi
1:00 - 2:00 pm
2:15 - 3:15 pm
$95
*No Class
Oct 12
$75
*No Class
Oct 12 or 26
$75
*No Class
Nov 27
$25
Not sure which class to take? Try a Class, just check in with Reception first.
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Muscle Toning Level 1 (with chairs):
This class comes highly recommended to build and
maintain bone density, increase muscular strength,
and improve flexibility.
Muscle Toning Level 2 (with floor work):
work):
Yoga (Hatha method)
method)
Feeling a lack of coordination or
balance and want to improve
your cardio quality at the same
time? Yoga may be for you!
Have you been muscle-toning for a while and want more of a
challenge? Then you may be ready for Level 2! There is a minimum
of reliance on chairs in this class and you should be ready and able
to do mat work on the floor.
Aerobics:
Aerobics: Focus on your cardiovascular system with a good
workout for your heart muscle in this lively low-impact class. Also
great for circulation and sense of well-being.
Seated Aerobics
Having trouble weight bearing but want to keep fit?
This is the class for you! You can get an excellent
work out from a seated position, without compromising
your health and well-being.
Balance and Mobility Program
...is
... designed for people who are having some balance
problems, or who have fallen in the last year and are looking
to do something to improve stability and balance. Would you
like to improve your confidence and ability to do your
everyday activities? Try this special program.
(Maximum 8 students)
Beginners Tai Chi (Yang)
As you improve your technique
through repetition and
encouragement your health will
improve, increasing your aerobic
capacity and enhancing your brain
agility.
Move to World Music
from Around the World
Movement and dance are fun.
They diminish stress and
fatigue & work all sorts of
muscles...even the brain!
Latin Dancing
Some experience with Latin
Dance helpful, no partners
required just a willingness to
participate…enjoy your weekly
dance workout.
Drop--in Fitness: *
Drop
Stay in shape! Or, if you are curious about one of our fitness classes and think you
might join the next session, drop in and give it a try, ask at Reception.
*Subject to # of students in class, to a maximum 15 students.
Fitness: Member’s DropDrop-in: $8.00
NonNon-member’s DropDrop-in: $10.00
Yoga: Member’s DropDrop-in: $10.00
NonNon-Member’s DropDrop-in: $12.00
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Things to Ponder…
‘Topical Talks’ on the Topic of….
wide ranging, thought provoking and imaginative topics whilst
enjoying a muffin, juice and a coffee!
Refreshments served at 9:45 am. Talk begins at 10 am sharp! Cost $3.00
Monday Sept 28 - Ryan Harris,
Harris Senior Underwater Archaeologist of Parks Canada’s Underwater
Archaeology Team will share the inside story behind: Lost Beneath the Ice: The Search for
Franklin’s Lost Ships and the Discovery of HMS Erebus ...this exciting discovery and the
importance of finding this lost piece of Canadian history.
Monday Oct 26 - Barb Clubb is Ottawa 's former City Librarian with a continuing passion for
progressive, accessible, citizen-centered library services and architecture. She is an active
volunteer, reader, chorister and a principal with C2 Consulting Services. She will be presenting:
DEWEY & DIGITAL: New library Service in the Age of Ebooks and Social Media.
Monday Nov. 30 - Paul Sokoloff,
Sokoloff botanist, ecologist and research assistant with the Canadian
Museum of Nature will present What’s a Botanist Doing on Mars Anyway? Paul spent two weeks as
a crew member on Expedition 143 to the Mars Desert Research Station in southern Utah. This
Mars Society run outpost serves as an analog to the conditions that would be encountered on a
manned mission to Mars (dry, cold, and remote), and is a counterpart to another research station
on Devon Island, in the Canadian High Arctic. Simulated missions at these stations serve as a
dress rehearsal for future trips to the red planet, allowing us to test equipment, experiments, and
crew dynamics without leaving Earth. During this talk Paul will discuss the research project and outreach efforts he led at MDRS, and answer the question “What’s a botanist doing on Mars anyway?”
‘Abbotsford Salon’…
an ideas ‘book’ club, intended to launch conversation and discussion
around topics of interest, novelty and importance.
Bring books and articles to first session, start the discussion and continue it on the next date...
Monday September 21 & October 26 at 12 noon...bring your lunch!
Topic:: The Evolution and Power of Modern Advertising
Fee: $1.00
Please share your e-mail address with reception in order to keep abreast of books and papers to
read and make suggestions to fellow thinkers. 613-230-5730
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Learn & Explore
‘Speaker’s Series’
What better way to spend an afternoon……
Come join our guests for a variety of presentations
each Wednesday this fall.
$2.00 admission, includes speaker, tea/coffee and a homehome-made treat! 1:00 - 2:30 pm.
SEPT
16 – Joan Kuyek, Chair of the Ottawa's “GottaGo!”
GottaGo!” will kick off the fall series with a presentation
on the “Gotta Go” campaign which aims to create a network of safe, free, clean and environmentally
responsible public toilets and water fountains. You know you “Gotta Go” and find out more...
23 - Bank of Montreal (BMO Glebe’s) Erin Mader Smith,
Smith Financial Services Manager and
Michael Blackburn from the Private Banking office will be here to present: Settling the Estate. This
presentation will include a detailed look at the role of the executor, providing clarity of expectations,
highlighting potential obstacles and providing guidance regarding the process. They will also announce
the date of a special “Wills Clinic” where members get a chance to have their own wills reviewed.
30 - Amy MacPherson is a Planner at The City of Ottawa's Planning and Growth Management
Infrastructure Services and Community Sustainability Department. She will be presenting:Urban
Urban Forest
Biodiversity and Species at Risk in Ottawa. Let’s see how our City is working to keep our Urban Forest
healthy in spite of the threats to it.
OCT
7- Jen Fotheringham, MSW, RSW, and Pat Goyeche, BA ,Cert. of Gerontology, will present
some of the ideas and concepts that have been captured in Dr. Atul Gawande’s latest book Being Mortal,
Medicine and What Matters in the End as the book relates to us all. “A deeply affecting, urgently important
book – one not just about dying and the limits of medicine but about living to the last with autonomy,
dignity, and joy.” – Katherine Boo
14 - Karen Anne Blakely, Director of Community Programs and Services will be presenting:
European Tour de Blakely,
Blakely you will be exploring Rome, Cannes and Barcelona to name but of few ports of
call, that she visited this summer with her family. Travel vicariously without leaving the luxury and comfort
of the Abbotsford dining room.
2121- Katherine Arnup, PhD CPCC, is a Life Coach, specializing in transitions, aging and end of
life. She will be presenting the topic of her book; “I Don’t Have Time for This!” A Compassionate Guide to
Caring for Your Parents and Yourself. This will no doubt touch on many memories and be helpful for
those going through this phase...remember everyone is welcome to participate...Learn & Explore!
28 - Ann Nowak, RN, BN. Med, is a Public Health Nurse for the City of Ottawa. Ann will be
presenting: Sweet Dreams ...that
somewhat elusive state of both feeling and being well rested. Let’s look
...
at how we can we improve our slumber, improve our heath and our general feeling of well being through
sleep.
NOV
4 - Karim Gwaduri Financial Advisor at Edward Jones will be presenting a seminar on:
Focus on Fixed Income.
Income Karim will cover bond characteristics and features as well as key strategies to
get the most out of one’s fixed-income investments. When we stop working our regular income changes.
Retirement is a new phase on the aging continuum one that deserves our financial attention!
1111- Dr. Kerry M. Abel is a professor in the department of History at Carleton University. She is
back (as promised) to continue to share her expertise. This time her topic will be: Are the Inuit “Indians”?
The Curious Story of Canada and the People of the North.
18 - Lois Siegel is a filmmaker, casting director, writer, photographer, professor and musician.
She is back this fall for a partial presentation and discussion of her film Lip Gloss. This is a documentary
concerning the behind-the-scenes look at female impersonators exposing the lives of transvestites,
transsexuals, drag queens and female impersonators. Not to be missed!
Reminder: Seniors Ride for Free Wednesdays on OC Transpo
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Clubs & Pastimes
Opera Club
The opera club is a group that gets together
twice a month to watch an opera on the large
screen television in the lounge. There is always room for more opera enthusiasts.
See p.13 for listings and drop in on any opera
you wish to see.
Fridays 12 noon - 4:00 pm
(see listings p.13)
Teddy Bear Bees
For a ‘warm & fuzzy’ experience,
join our volunteer teddy bear makers.
No experience is necessary, and
supplies and instructions are provided. If you
like handwork, you’ll soon be creating
lovable, furry fellows to be sold at our
Bazaar. Although finished bears are the
property of the Centre, you’ll have the skills
to make your own at home.
Tuesdays,
ongoing)
Tuesdays 1:00 - 3:00 pm (ongoing
ongoing
No cost
Drop-in fee: $1.00
Craft Group
Book Club
This dynamic group picks books to read and
discuss amongst themselves. They always
welcome new recruits and are looking for
more members who love to read and discuss
books. This is a must club for those who enjoy
the written word!
Read the latest, the greatest and pick what
you want.
Fridays 1:00 – 3:00 pm (see p.13)
Don’t be shy...just try!
All you crafty folk are welcome to join the
Craft Group for creative afternoons on
Thursdays:1:00 - 3:00 pm (ongoing)
Do you knit, crochet, sew or love to make
things? Stop by and find out how you can
lend your talent to this dynamic group!
Ping Pong
Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays 3:30 - 4:30 pm
All members are welcome to come and try this
great pastime. Bring a friend and enjoy a
game.
Chess Club
Drop-in fee: $1.00
Fridays 10:00 - 12 noon
Time to start a new club….come out come
out wherever you are and let’s create a new
club...Checkmate!
Games Room
Monday is Games Day at Abbotsford:
Play Snooker, Pool, Shuffle Board &
Air Hockey!
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Clubs
All clubs, unless otherwise stated, are for members only,
with a $1.00 dropdrop-in fee.
Guests may attend, but are required to become members if they
plan to continue.
Day
Monday
Tuesday
Thursday
Friday
Club/Workshop
Room
Time
Please
Note:
DropDrop-in Fee
Lok Hup
Multi-purpose room
8:45 - 9:45 am
$1
Billiards & Shuffle Board
Games Room
9:00 - 11:30 am
$1
Writers Circle (page 6)
Lounge
1:00 - 3:30 pm
$1
Mahjong Club
Lounge
10:00 - 12 noon
$1
Bridge (new to Bridge)
Lounge
1:45 - 4:00 pm
$1
Teddy Bears (page 12)
Craft Room
1:00 - 3:30 pm
none
Scrabble Club
Dining Room
1:00 - 3:00 pm
$1
Tai Chi (Modified Yang)
Multi-purpose room
2:15 - 3:15pm
$1
Ping Pong Club
Multi-purpose room
3:30 - 4:30 pm
$1
Lok Hup
Multi-purpose room
8:45 - 9:45 am
$1
Tai Chi (Modified Yang)
Multi-purpose room
11:00 am - 12 noon
$1
Tai Chi (Modified Yang)
Multi-purpose room
12 noon - 1:00 pm
$1
Crafts (page 12)
Craft Room
1:00 - 3:00 pm
none
Bridge (join in)
Dining Room
9:00 - 12 noon
$1
Opera (below)
Lounge
12 noon - 4:00 pm
$1
Chess Club (page 12)
Lounge
10:00 - 12:00 pm
$1
Book Club (below)
Lounge
1:00 - 3:00 pm
$1
Tai Chi (Modified Yang)
Multi-purpose room
3:15 - 4:15 pm
$1
Fall Opera Club List
Sept 18
La Donna del Lago
(Rossini)
Oct 2
Idomeneo
(Mozart)
Oct 16
La Forza del Destino
(Verdi)
Nov 6
Salome
(Strauss)
Nov 20
Manon Lescaut
(Puccini)
Fall Book Club List
Sept 11
Dead Cold Louise Penny
Oct 9
The Nature of the Beast
Louise Penny
Nov 13
Mr. Mercedes Stephen King
Dec 11
Go Set a Watchman Harper Lee
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Special Events
Welcome to the Log Drive Café here at Abbotsford
Artist: Ann Downey
Anne is offering her audience the rare treat of hearing her on her own, singing many
songs we don’t hear in her various band repertoires, along with a few old favourites.
Ann is also one of the warmest and most welcoming people around, so get ready to
sing along on the choruses.
Friday September 25, 7:30 - 9 pm
Admission: $10 at the door
(Doors open at 7 pm)
Artist: Ken Ramsden
Ken Ramsden will perform original and traditional heritage songs of Upper Canada's
lakes, waterways and forests. His songs and anecdotes tell tales of the lumberjacks
and sailors in a world before highways and railroads - when travel and commerce took
place in the woods, rivers and lakes.
Friday October 23, 7:30 - 9 pm
Admission: $10 at the door
(Doors open at 7 pm)
Artists: Maura & Daphne Volante
and Ranald Thurgood
Come sing along with Christmas Cheer and Joy...everyone is welcome!
Friday December 11, 7:30 - 9 pm
Admission: $10 at the door
(Doors open at 7 pm)
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Coffee/Tea and treats will be on sale
Tea & ‘tails Party
Celebrating our Instructors
Thursday September 10 (4-6 pm)
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Entertainment by
Zepherine
PoirierPoirier-Feraud
Cheers
to
You!
Abbotsford is favoured with so many wonderful instructors/facilitators who share
their time and talent with the membership.
Bring a friend or two to help celebrate what makes Abbotsford “the place to be”!
Everyone is invited and encouraged to celebrate/loiter together.
1920/30’s garb encouraged though not mandatory!
Please Register in Advance at Reception (limited seating)
Special Christmas Luncheon
Tuesday December 22 at 1 pm
Tickets $15.00 per person.
We will be serving a catered three–course
meal as well as entertainment !
Stay tuned for details…
Tickets available at Reception in October
(limited seating)
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Abbotsford Services
Karen Anne Blakely,
Blakely Director of Community Programs
Michelle Simard,
Simard Program Facilitator
Day Away Program
Pat Goyeche,
Goyeche Coordinator of Community Programs
Nick Bernudez,
Bernudez Reception/Program Support
Jen Dare,
Dare Program Facilitator
Day Away Program
Laura Polegato,
Polegato Program Facilitator
In Home Services
Rhoda Cober,
Cober Program Facilitator
Day Away Program
Jane Stallabrass,
Stallabrass Program Facilitator
Transportation & Luncheon Club
Carlo Pendang,
Pendang Housekeeping
Lynda Snowdon,
Snowdon Van Driver
Keeps our Centre clean
Drives clients to and from Abbotsford
Lonelle Butler, Volunteer Coordinator: 238-2727 (353) [email protected]
Contact Lonelle if you are interested in volunteering at Abbotsford , we need your commitment.
Medical Transportation
Seniors Outreach Services
Do you need transportation to medical appointments? Do you find taxis too expensive and
public transportation too difficult? We offer
reasonably priced transportation to medical
appointments for seniors living in our catchment
area. Call Jane at 613-230-5730
Do you need help with housecleaning, yard work, odd
jobs, minor repairs or snow removal? Seniors Outreach
Services can provide screened workers at reasonable
rates for our members who live in our geographical
catchment area. For isolated seniors we provide a
Telephone Assurance Program, Friendly Visiting and the
Luncheon Club Program. Call 613-230-5730
Day Away Program
This program is offered 4 days per week to serve
seniors in the early stages of Alzheimer's Disease
and related dementias, providing an enjoyable day
of activities, socialization and a nutritious lunch.
It also offers caregivers a day of rest. For more
information contact Karen Anne: 613-230-5730.
Footcare Service
This service, provided by an R.N., is available
Tuesdays by appointment.
Cost for Members is $18 per 20 min. appointment.
$30 for non-members. Call 613-230-5730
New clients need to book two consecutive appointments.
Abbotsford Members Council
The Abbotsford Council is a group of members who
advise on programs and policies that affect Abbotsford members.
All members are invited to attend all meetings.
meetings
September 15 & October 20
Snow Go
-Assists seniors and people
with disabilities find reliable
snow removal. You pay
provider directly.
9:30 am in the Board Room
President:
Donna Slaney
Snow Go Assist
Vice-President:
Liz Winkelaar
Secretary:
Debrah Taylor
Treasurer:
Jean Classen
-Supports approved, lowincome seniors and people
with disabilities who may be
reimbursed up to 50% of
snow removal costs to a
seasonal maximum of $250
Members at Large:
Bill Robertson
Micheline Boyle
Leon Leroux
Call Laura: 613-230-5730
Abbotsford will be closed September 7, October 12 and December 24, 2015 - January 3, 2016