February-March 2015 Newsletter - Ingersoll Services for Seniors

Ingersoll Seniors’ Activity Centre
&
Ingersoll Services for Seniors
The Interlude
Guide to Services & Recreational Programs for 50+
February—March 2015
Telephone
Senior Services: 519-485-2269
Seniors’ Centre: 519-485-3869
Website Address:
www.ingersollseniors.com
Hours of Operation
Mondays & Thursdays 9:00 am-9:00 pm
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, & Fridays 8:30 am-4:30pm
Address:
250 Ingersoll Street South,
Ingersoll, Ontario N5C 3J7
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Table of Contents
Facility Information
Pg. 4
Upcoming Events
Pgs. 6, 7 & 8
Here at the Centre
Pgs. 8 to 13
Community Support Services
Pgs. 14 - 15
Volunteer Opportunities
Pg. 16
Join Us for Lunch
Pg. 17
Groups & Clubs
Pgs. 18 –22
Computer Classes & Centre Day Trips
Pg. 23-24
Cards
Pg. 25
Fitness Centre
Pg. 26
Fitness Schedules, Rates, & Class Descriptions
Pgs. 27 –30
Fitness Programs & Leagues
Pg. 31-32
Drop in Programs
Pg. 33
How to stay updated?
“Like” us on Facebook
Read (and re-read) our Newsletter
Check us out Online
www.ingersollseniors.com
See us in all of the Village Voices
Stop by the main office or give us a call
Closed Family Day February 16th, 2015
Closed Good Friday April 13
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Registration Information
REGISTRATION POLICY
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You may register in person at the Centre for programs & events.
We accept cash or cheques.
Payment is due at time of registration or within 48 hours of registering.
After 48 hours your registration will be deleted.
Instructional Classes: Registration opens 2 weeks prior to the start of the next session.
Please read your dates carefully.
Please register at least one week before the start of the class to ensure it will not be
cancelled.
Instructed classes will not be pro-rated until after the first 2 classes, based on availability.
Missed classes will not be refunded.
Bus trips: Must be paid by the payment date. In the event your trip is cancelled, a full
refund will be issued. If we receive a cancellation after numbers are confirmed with the
bus company, a refund will only be issued if your seat can be resold.
PAY SPECIAL ATTENTION TO DEADLINE DATES
AND REGISTER EARLY
This avoids disappointment in 2 ways: we may be sold out of the event or we may have to
cancel the event due to insufficient numbers.
This applies to classes, workshops, bus trips etc. If you register early, we will know how many
are interested. If we do not have enough, we will be forced to cancel the course/event.
Our Centre has a
reputation for being warm and
friendly. When new
members arrive at a
program or event please
introduce yourself and
other members to help them feel
welcome.
No more snow…. Please
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General Information
Staff
Contact Information
Executive Director
Wendy Palen
Community Services
Coordinator
Janelle Stewart
Senior Centre: 519-485-3869
Program
Coordinator
Kim Bidwell
Address:
Fitness Coordinator
Deanna Tasker
Bookkeeper
Heather Hayman
250 Ingersoll Street South
Ingersoll, Ontario
N5C 3J7
Cleaning Services
Christine Webber
Cooks
Jackie Van Trigt &
Joyce Banbury
Volunteer Rental
Supervisor
Ron Harrison
Office Volunteers
Yvonne Wilson,
Helen Ferguson,
Karen MacKay,
Joanne Gamsby,
Kathy Thain,
Joyce McPherson ,
Sue Ewans,
Mary Pinney
Norma Crockett
Senior Services: 519-485-2269
Mailing Address
PO Box 224
Board of Directors
Gord Adam
Linda Cunningham
Fred Freeman
Kimble Sutherland
Alice Crouse
Frank Talbot
Mary Pinney
Linda Chudiak
Ken Angus
Jaci Latford
Don Hillis
Members Council
“Scent FREE”
Just a reminder to be thoughtful of
others and limit your use of perfumes and cologne. Thank you from those who
suffer from allergies.
Joanne Gamsby
Frank Talbot
Meg Walden
Betty Price
Don Hillis
Betty Barnhill
Jaci Latford
Vacancy
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Past Events
A few Centre Highlights you may have missed:
Ladies Billiards began on January 13th. This group of 6 women are competing with
the Thursday men's group to see who can make the most noise while having fun!
More ladies welcome.
2nd Annual Wellness Workshop
Members and guests enjoyed 5 guest speakers, who shared new and educational
information during our workshop. Styled after “speed dating”, each speaker had 25
minutes to educate members and guests on topics relating to “Your Inner Self”
Many ,many thanks to our guests :
Cathy Cannon.– sharing valuable tips on grieving. Most importantly-the loss of a
loved one is not the only grief we carry.
Robyn Fox: a bubbly educator from Alzheimer's of Oxford. Robyn not only shared
valuable facts on Alzheimer's, Dementia and Resources—but also the importance of
“brain fitness”-keeping your brain active is just as important as physical activity
Christine Mathias: our own Meditation Instructor, taught us all the basics of
meditation and the stress relief benefits of a regular meditation practice.
Kelly Kupczyk: our on-site Registered Massage Therapist– led everyone in a mini
“Facial Yoga Massage”- techniques to give yourself a “non-surgical face lift”
Brenda McLelland: from the Ingersoll Shoppers Drug Mart—offered tips on Winter Skin
Care along with free goody bags for everyone.
What was truly valuable, each speaker is a local resource—easy for everyone to
reach out to for guidance. We are so fortunate to have these wonderful resources
available to us.
“un-Decorating the Center” - WOW!! It takes our team a full day to Deck the Halls
and only 2 hours to un-decorate! But don’t be fooled—these ladies and a couple of
our strong men– put everything away, neat and tidy and organized and ready to go
for next year.
Recipe Club: If you like to eat, cook or need new ideas—then you need to join us!! In
January we tasted 7 new and delicious healthy soups—all different and easy to
make. February is “anything chocolate”.mmmmmm
Genealogy for Beginners: a small but passionate group led by expert Genealogy
instructor Carol Bossenberry, have learned new techniques for researching long lost
family trees.
D.O.T Club has enjoyed two delicious dinners since our last newsletter: Bin Than
Vietnamese Restaurant in Woodstock, and the Elmhurst Inn, where 25 members
enjoyed the dinner prices of 1979
6Don’t
chance your independence to the
“Luck of the Stars”….
Staying Upright & Mobile with
Grace and Independence
“FREE” Workshop
(Bonus Lunch Day-see below)
Friday March 13th
10am—12 noon
Regardless of where we are in our retirement years, we all highly value our independence and will make every effort to
protect it.
Today topics include:
Are you scheduled for surgery? Do you
need to strengthen pre or post surgery?
Tips on Falls Prevention
Chris Cole
Active Care Physiotherapist
Services to keep you independent
Janelle Stewart,
Ingersoll Services for Seniors
Medications & Your Balance
Ingersoll Shoppers Drug Mart
Why should you attend:
To arm yourself with information and resources to enable you to remain upright,
active and independent for as long as
possible!!
SPECIAL LUNCH DEAL
Cream of Cauliflower Soup,
1/2 wrap, tea/coffee and dessert
square $6
Attend the workshop and save $1 off
lunch
Upcoming Events
St Patty's Day….meets
Springtime
Pub Night
Friday March 20th
Ribs, Baked Potato, Baked Beans,
Coleslaw
Dinner @ 6pm
Dancing to follow
$10/member $13/guest
Reservations required by:
Friday March 13th
GREETING CARD WORKSHOP
TUESDAY MARCH 10
1PM
Due to the popularity of these workshop, our Volunteer Instructors , have
opened up some additional spaces
for anyone interested.
Payment must accompany
registration to guarantee your spot.
* 4 CARDS GENERIC DESIGNS,
* YOU CHOOSE YOUR MESSAGE
*$12 MEMBER $15 NON-MEMBER
*REGISTRATION REQUIRED
NO LATER THAN FRIDAY
FEBRUARY 27TH
Ontario Senior Games
District 31
New and Revitalized
District 31 is pleased to announce the creation of a ”new” volunteer Senior Games
Committee.
Watch for more details coming in April
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Upcoming Events
ANNUAL YARD SALE
SATURDAY APRIL 18
8 am—12 noon
Also serving “Bacon on a Bun”
Thank you for all the donations that have already come in. Some
suggestions to keep in mind when sorting your donations:
Please only useable donations (if it is beyond repair, we cannot
sell it)
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Due to health regulations, nothing moldy
or musty
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Large items such as furniture may be
dropped off the week of Monday April
13th, other items may be dropped off
anytime
Back again this year….
Breakfast— Bacon
on Bun
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Volunteers Needed to help with:
pre-sorting, carting, unpacking, pricing , selling
and help with breakfast
EASTER DINNER
Wednesday April 1, 2015
5:30 Social– Licensed Bar—6pm Dinner
Menu: Apricot Glazed Ham, Classic Parmesan Scalloped
Potatoes, Spring Asparagus , Candied Carrots, Spinach
Salad With Fresh Pears, Lemon Meringue Pie OR Carrot Cake, Coffee, Tea
Members $12 Guests $15
Reservations Required by: Wednesday March 25, 2015
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Upcoming Events
Here at the Centre
Holiday
Hours
Closed:
Family Day
February 16th
Good Friday
April 3
“Hi, You have reached the
Ingersoll Senior Centre, you
are important to us….
however when staff are
either on the phone, or
otherwise occupied, please
notify the front desk staff,
enjoy our lobby, and we
will be with you as soon
as possible.
Thanks and have
a nice day!”
Chinese New
Year’s Lunch
Friday February 20th
12:00 noon
Members: $13
Guests: $16
Reservations required by
Friday February 13th
Cannot guarantee MSG Free
2015 Year of
the Goat
Senior Centre Library
Drop by our Library and pick up some
great books, DVDs, puzzles and more!
And don’t forget about our
computer café -available for all
Members. Free internet and Wifi.
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Here at the Centre
Welcome to Our
New Members
Rosemary Kish
Shelley Douglas
Donna Black
Peter Black
Douglas Barr
Barbara Cooper
Cheryl Barr
Cathy Hamel
Norm Neilands
Anita Hall
Robert Muir
Don Holden
John Martin
Maureen Jansen
Bob Sivyer
Marie Hammond
Anita Habl
John Moran
Don Ross
Hugh Montgomery
Don Holden
Maureen Ross
Deb Kowalchuk
Lorna Bruggeman
Mary Long
Warren Norton
Sharon Norton
Wendy Webb
Maria Klein-Herenbrink
Stephanie MacDonald
Nancy Kipp
Marie Klein
Marie Paton
Emery Beare
Ruth Cripps
Jim Fuller
John Fuller
Tamara Fuller
Stella Kennedy
Lucy Li
Liz Lyons
Robert McCandless
Ron Pearn
Isobel Tomson
Nancy Kipp
Monty Edwards
Judy Edwards
Douglas Hallard
Elizabeth Hallard
Ellen Kim
Pet Clipping
Call for an appointment. Many thanks to
Kelly Bula for volunteering her time to
keep your pets happy!
Dates:
February 6
March 13
April 10
9:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Please call
to make an appt.
Fee: $5/member $7/non-mem
Effective January 2015
HAVING A SPECIAL EVENT?
Birthdays,
Anniversaries,
Family Gatherings?
Why not host it here at
the Centre? Members
receive a special
discount. Need
it catered? We do that
too!
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Here at the Centre
2015-2016 Membership Renewal
Just a reminder about your membership:
Yearly Fee is $30 and is effective from April 1 – March 31st
If you were a paid member during April 2014– March 2015 you are still
required to pay the full fee (board policy established 2009) regardless if you
renew at the beginning of the fiscal year or if you wait until later.
Pro-rated memberships are only available to new persons joining for the first
time or if your membership lapsed for over one entire fiscal year.
Fees are due: April 1st , 2015
Grace period ends: May 1st, 2015
After the grace period, your name will be removed from the
membership list. Newsletter will only be distributed to members and new
potential members.
New this year: You will receive a membership card. Keep your card in your
wallet. You will be required to show your card for registration and for drop in
programs.
JUST TO COMPARE….
Annual Membership Fees at other Centre's….
Tillsonburg:
Burlington:
Sarnia Strangway Centre:
Leamington Senior Centre:
Elliott Lake Senior Centre:
South Gate Senior Centre:
South Gate Senior Centre:
Brantford:
Dorchester Senior Centre
$35
$39.82
$46
$30
$30
$165 All Inclusive Membership/12 months (all
inclusive, includes full access to activities and rooms
and discounted price on registered programs)
$50 Social Membership; plus $2 user fee/program
$45.25 (includes 4 hours of parking or $33 and no
parking)
$20
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Here at the Centre
“ALL DRESSED UP”
All Dressed Up, is a program created by Oxford OPP to
assist Grade * and Grade 12 graduating girls with obtaining their grad and
prom dresses. We recognize the costs associated as well as the financial pressure on parents and students. Our hope is to see every graduating student attend in the same fashion as others that may be more financially secure.
Graduation is a right of passage and we hate to see anyone miss this due to
lack of proper attire.
This is our 8th year and we have assisted more than 200 Oxford County girls.
We have hundreds of donated dress and accessories, plus the assistance of
many local businesses, which help us help others.
This year we are fortunate enough to have partnered with “Ingersoll Services
for Seniors” and will be holding the event at their location at 250 Ingersoll St S
on Thursday April 16th from 4-9pm.
We are excited at this partnership and the potential for local seniors to volunteer and help us on the day of the event.
Information is sent out through the Thames Valley School Board as well as local services. If you know of anyone who my benefit from this event, please
contact Michelle Murphy from Oxford County OPP at
[email protected] or 519-320-0700
Would you like to help out? Volunteers needed for: hanging dresses, direct
girls to change areas, help with shoes & jewelry and tell the girls they look
beautiful!!
Do you have any granddaughters with dresses, accessories taking up
space in their closets?.
Gently used dresses and still in style-no more than 5-7yrs old. They are
cleaned after the girls choose the dress, so some minor stains/problems are
ok. Gently worn dress shoes, jewelry, clutch purses—all welcome
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EVENING PROGRAMS
MONDAY
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Bridge
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Woodcarving
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Line Dancing
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Yoga
THURSDAY
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Clogging
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Latin Line Dancing
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Hot Yoga
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Pegs & Jokers
Here at the Centre
Coffee & Cookies: just a reminder that
your user fees supports the
Centre and includes a cup of coffee and a
cookie.
Cookie Hygiene: when
handling cookies for you and
others please use tongs or
latex gloves (staff will
supply).
NEW
Monthly
50/50
Winter Weather: in the
event of Centre closures
due to weather, please
tune into 101.3 FM
for information
Room Temperatures
As you know, our heating/cooling
system is probably more “senior”
than many of you! Remember to
bring a sweater you can put on or
off, to keep you comfortable
during programs.
You can’t win if you don’t have a ticket!
Don’t forget to purchase your 50/50 tickets
$1/1 ticket or $2/3 tickets
“
50/50 Winners
January
Joan Smith - $55.00
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Here at the Centre
“NEW” Massage Therapy Clinic
Welcome Kelly Kupczyk RMT, currently of Ingersoll Health Care Clinic. Kelly will be
re-locating her RMT clinic , to our Centre, effective January 1st. Kelly comes highly
recommended by several of her clients who are members of the Centre.
This partnership complements our Centre philosophy of active – healthy living.
In addition, Kelly’s clinic will also promote our Centre to members of the community.
Hours:
Mondays
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturdays
10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
12:00 p.m. - 8:00p.m.
based on availability
Fees:
1 Hour
1/2 Hour
90 Minute
Hot Wax
Hand Massage
$65
$45
$95
$10
Members and non-members pay the same fee for a massage
Members Introductory Special: Members in Good Standing will receive a 1 Hour
Massage for the ½ Hours Price. (One time offer only)
Appointments are booked directly with Kelly. You can reach her at 226-973-8673.
Gardening
Recreation
Outdoors
Wellness
G.R.O.W. Club
The G.R.O.W. Club is a program of all things horticultural.
This FREE program is funded through the United Way of Oxford,
and transportation is provided at no cost.
If you are interested in joining us, we meet every Tuesday morning at the
Ingersoll Seniors’ Centre from 9:30 a.m. -11:00 a.m.
Why join?
Gardening and being outdoors is therapeutic. As individuals get older, access to
gardening and related activities can become increasingly difficult. This Club is an
opportunity to participate in these activities and meet with others.
Does this club fit you or someone you know?
SIGN UP TODAY, limited space available.
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Community Support Services
Helping You Maintain Your Independence
Transportation
Our drivers will escort you to and
from doctors’ appointments, the
grocery store, social visits,
downtown and out-of-town.
The fees are reasonable!
519-485-2269
Call to book a drive today!
Meals on Wheels in Ingersoll
$7/meal
A hot meal delivered to your own home
at noon Monday through
Friday. Meals can accommodate
low sodium, diabetic, high calorie,
pureed, minced diets and more!
Interested in Thamesford meal delivery for
you or others? Speak with Janelle.
Want a night off cooking?
MAKE HEALTHY FOOD CHOICES!
Frosty Meals
The Frosty Meals
sampled at our
Successful Aging Expo
were a huge hit!
$6/entrée
$1.50/soup
$1.50/dessert
Not sure what to cook? Always eating the
same thing? These are not your average TV
dinners. They are delicious, healthy and made
with the highest quality ingredients. Frosty
Meals accommodate many diets including low
sodium, diabetic, gluten free, vegetarian,
low fat, & low calorie.
New: Grocery Buddy
If you are needing assistance
with grocery shopping give us
a call. We can set you up with
a reliable individual to make
sure you have nutritious and
fresh food all winter long.
Small fee for service.
Please call for more details.
Telephone
Reassurance
A friendly phone chat
can help to brighten
your day. If you or a
loved one could
benefit from a
conversation and
security check,
let us know!
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Community Support Services
75 + Diner’s Club
$9
Join us each month for a nutritious and affordable meal at a central location on
pre-arranged days. Program includes entertainment and social activities.
Transportation to and from the club can be arranged. Lunch served at 12 noon.
February 26th Christian Reformed Church
March 30th Senior’s Centre
Home Help & Maintenance Services
A normal part of aging is needing assistance with daily
activities such as: grocery shopping, transportation, and cleaning around the
house. If you require assistance please let
Ingersoll Services for Seniors know. We can help connect you with
reliable individuals to assist you in these tasks for a small fee.
This will enable you to stay independent longer.
Help With Forms
We carry CPP, OAS, GIS &
Passport forms.
We also have access to
other Government forms.
We are happy to
provide you with these forms and
will help you file them if you
require assistance.
All for FREE!
Foot Care Clinic
Give your feet the care they
deserve! Join us at the Centre each
Tuesday for our foot clinic. Call and
reserve your spot today!
Cost is $22.00 subsidized by the
United Way of Oxford
Note: In-home foot care also
available for $25.00.
Helping You Maintain Your Independence
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Volunteer Opportunities
Dining Room Volunteers Needed
We need you !
Volunteers to help with Friday lunches,
special events, rentals and luncheons.
Please let us know if you can help.
Rural Volunteer Drivers
Live in Thamesford, Embro, Salford, or
another rural community outside of
Ingersoll? Consider becoming a volunteer
driver for Ingersoll Services for Seniors. Drive
older adults to appointments,
errands, or social visits. Paid for mileage.
Call if you have any questions.
Needed: Home Help Individuals to
help with Snow Removal
Tis’ the season! Be added to our Home
Help list to help older adults in Ingersoll
and area with snow removal.
Small fee for service. Become a Snow
(removing) Angel today!
Grocery Buddy
Program
Individuals needed to assist
older adults with groceries over
winter months.
This is a needed service in
Ingersoll and area.
Small fee for service.
Rotary Kitchen
Helpers
needed for volunteer shifts
every other Thursday.
Volunteers
reduce our costs,
which in turn
helps to maintain
lower fees.
Thank you to all
our volunteers!
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Join Us For Lunch
Wednesday
LUNCHES
at 12 noon
$8 for a full-course meal
No Tax
...
No Tip
…
Great Deal!
February
11
Chicken Cacciatore, pasta, salad, biscuits,
dessert
$8
18
Pancake Luncheon: pancakes, apple baked
$8
25
Meat Loaf and mashed potatoes and gravy
$8
March
4
Macaroni, ham & cheese, casserole, salad, buns,
$8
11
Roasted Chicken, roasted potatoes,
$8
18
Guiness Beef Stew, Soda Bread, Irish Cream Pie
$8
25
Pork chop suey, pasta noodles, salad,
$8
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Groups & Clubs
Community Events
ART DROP-IN
Dereham Lions
Annual Auction
ART DROP IN is a social art club with
emphasis on peer teaching and
sharing of painting techniques.
Everyone has a creative side and Art
Drop-In is for individuals at all skill levels.
Not sure if you can do this? Drop in and
meet the group. They will share tips on the
basic techniques and basic equipment to
purchase (supply cost for beginners
is very minimal).
Pat Ellerton is your “Art Coach.”
Art Drop In is for all levels of painters –
beginner to advance. It’s all about sharing
knowledge, relaxing and
the enjoyment.
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Thursday, March 19, 2015
7 pm
Mt. Elgin Community
Centre
All proceeds to community
You asked for it…..
Every
Wednesday
afternoon
1:00 p.m.
$1.50/member $2.50/non-member
DARTS DARTS
DARTS
Some members have been asking to bring “Darts” back to the
regular programing.
And we are more than happy to oblige!!
Join is for the “finer points” of dart playing:
Monday March 30th @ 10am
Some darts are available for use, but if you have your own,
please bring them along.
No experience needed. If interested please let us know-sign up
at the Main Office.
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Groups & Clubs
Current Affairs
Friday @ 1:00 p.m.
Don’t coast through your leisure
years….it’s all about
‘LIFE LONG LEARNING”
Travel, Current Affairs, World
& Social Issues
Fee: $1.50/member
$2.50/non-member
“NEW”
Tuesday Afternoons
Lessons are currently underway.
However, please let us know if
you are interested-we would
love to keep this as a
regular program
Keep your brain
cells active!
Woodshop
Carving Club
Our woodshop has a lot to offer!
Note, you must be a member to use the
Woodshop. Come for a tour today!
Looking to learn carving basics? This is
a good place to start. Great
instruction and know how. Already
know the basics? Advance your
knowledge and learn from each other.
Monday nights
6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
“NEW” Thursday nights
6:00 p.m.- 9:00 p.m.
Friday morning
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Member $2.50/class
(Materials extra)
(Note: you must be a centre member to
enjoy our woodshop)
Instructor: Steve Hibbard
FIX IT SHOP
Do you have items at home
in need of minor repairs?
Do you have a small project
you need built? Ask us….we have
woodworkers who may be able to help
you. Fee is minimal and all money
comes back to the Centre
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Groups & Clubs
“NEW” RECIPE CLUB
The 3rd Thursday of each month @ 2pm
A new club for those looking to break out of the boredom of cooking & baking.
To date we have enjoyed: Appetizers, Learned to bake Biscotti's, Christmas Treats and
Healthy soups.
Please join us at any of the upcoming meetings:
February
19th
All things
chocolate
Sharing
Bring small sharing samples of
your favorite
March 19
Maple Syrupsweet or
savory?
Sharing or
recipes
So many options with Maple
Syrup– bring your favorite
recipe or a small sample
April 16
Best Ever
Chocolate
chip cookies
Definitely
sharing
Bring samples of your best/
favorite Chocolate Chip
Cookie Recipe-no two are
alike!
Book Club
Are you a passionate reader? Do
you love sharing a
great new read?
Enjoy the love of reading with
good conversation.
We meet the 4th Thursday each
month:
New members welcome
Wednesdays at 1:30 p.m.
Upcoming Special Bingos
Valentines Bingo
Wednesday February 11th
Wear Pink and Red
St Pattys Day Bingo
Wednesday March 18th
Wear green and bring your lucky
charms
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Groups & Clubs
Walking Club
WALK LOCATIONS
*IT’S NOT ABOUT THE SPEED*
Our Walking Club is suited for
all levels of walkers!
All routes can be modified
and/or shortened for all levels.
Walks begin @ 9:00 a.m. unless
otherwise stated.
Note: walks are subject to change. If
you are new and would like to join us,
please call the day before and let us
know you plan to join us.
Feb 4
Woodstock *
Feb 11
London*
Feb 18
Dorchester*
Feb 25
Woodstock*
Mar 4
Cheese Museum
Mar 11
Aylmer Tundra Swans*
Mar18
Senior Centre
Mar 25
St. Mary’s*
Apr 1
Any “Fool” can walk day
Meet at Bakery Cafe
Walks marked with “*” means car
pool from the Centre.
“The
Overtones”
Seniors’
Centre
Choir
Do you enjoy singing and
sharing the gift of music with others?
Our Centre choir has been
entertaining and sharing their love
of music with others for
almost 20 years!!
Knit-Crochet & Chat
Thursdays at 1:00 p.m.
Knitting and crocheting for all
levels. Beginners to advanced
helping each other!
$1.50/member
$2.50/non-member
Groups & Clubs
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“New” Ladies
Billiards
Tuesday mornings
10 a.m. – 12 a.m.
Are you a pool shark?
Always wanted to be a pool shark –
but the pool rooms wouldn’t let you
in?
Well no more!! Tuesday mornings
are just for the ladies.
We have a lively crew of ladies
have a great time and making lots
of noise!
Canadian History
Wake up your brain on
Tuesday mornings with more
than just coffee!
“Life’s a mystery, the world’s a
mystery…let’s pull back the curtain
and have a peek…” Did you know
one of Canada’s 1st women doctors
had to pretend she was a man? Do
you know who the “Famous 5” are and
why they are famous? Myth or Fact?
Who
really discovered North America?
Tuesdays @ 9:30 a.m.
Fee: $1.50/member
$2.50/non-member
D.O.T. Club
“Dining Out Together”
We have a long list of places to try
and more keep coming in!!
Plan to join us – its fun, you meet
new people and try new food and
places.
How it works: Register in advance at
the Main Office by the
registration date listed. We make a
reservation.
Car Pooling: the system is casual
most members are happy to offer a
ride if you need one- please let us
know before hand.
February 25
Mango Salad,
(limited reservations)
March 27
Alberta's, Dorchester
April 14
Top of the Fair Buffett and Races
$25.99 ( a $10 savings)
Includes: Buffet, Races, Program
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Computer Classes & Bus Trips
One on One
Computer Classes
Private &/or semi-private lessons
now available.
We will focus just on “YOU” to take
you to your next level.
How it works
Prepare a list of what you would like to learn
or need help with. Let us know what type of
computer you have or if you own a laptop
or IPAD. If so, please bring it with you.
Book your appointment at the office a
minimum of 1 week in advance of each
class. 24-hr cancellation
notice required.
$10/member
$15/non-member
Call us to book an
appointment, convenient to
your schedule and our
instructor Dave Knox
PEGS & JOKERS
Join us Thursday
evenings
@ 7:00 p.m.
for a game that challenges you and
can irritate
your friends!!
New players always welcome &
free lessons provided.
TRAVEL CLUB
We meet the first Tuesday of each
month (some exceptions may
apply). Guests are members and friends
& family of members. The Travel Club is
a great place to gain information on
potential destinations or just to listen to
adventures of others.
March 3: Germany’s Oktoberfest, the
Swiss Alps, & Paris
Janelle Stewart
April 7:
TBD
Fee: $1.50/member
$2.50/non member
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Bus Trips
May
Shaw Festival
&
Niagara-on-the-Lake
Back by popular demand….
Ripley's Aquarium
&
Steam Whistle Brewery
Wednesday April 15, 2015
Your Day includes:
Tour & Beer Tasting at Steam
Whistle Brewery
Learn how Canada's Premium
Pilsner is made, meet their friendly
staff and enjoy a sample of our
beer. You will learn why Steam
Whistle was designated one of
Toronto's "green buildings" and
about our railway history. Their tours
will educate and entertain!
3 course lunch at “Hot House Café”
Admission to one of the Top
Attractions in Toronto:
Ripley's Aquarium
Members: $93 Guests:$100
REGISTRATION REQUIRED BY:
WEDNESDAY MARCH 25, 2015
June
Ottawa
3 days, 2 nights
Join us on February 20th
for details
Huron County Playhouse
”Chicago”
Wednesday, July 8, 2015
Members: $101.00
Guests: $111.00
Includes:
Transportation, Lunch at Aunt
Gussies and matinee performance
Registration required by:
Wednesday, June 3rd
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Cards
Be sure to check out Mah Jong, a
new game to the Centre.
More info on page 19
Pepper
November
High Score: Phil Yetman -221
Total Large Peppers for November-8
Bid Euchre
November
High Lady: Marion Hamilton - 320
High Man: Ray Dahl - 330
Total Moonshots: 11
December
High Lady: Barb Walker – 316
High Man: Frank Smith – 346
Total Moonshots for December: 13
January
High Lady: Vera Lord - 324
High Man: Dave Woytowich –324
Total Moonshots for January: 15
December
High Score: Mil Luckham-228
Total Large Peppers for December:11
January
High Score: Sheryl Houston-242
Bridge
December
Monday: Gwen Beckett 6110
Tues & Thurs: Diane Harrison 5360
Wednesday: Doug Eckel 7050
Friday: Elmer Teale 5490
January
Monday: Jack Bilodeau 6140
Tues & Thurs: Jean Smith 6890
Wednesday: Jack Bilodeau 6680
Friday: Doug Barr 6090
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Fitness Centre
Fitness Centre
Join The Fitness
Centre Today!
We are proud of our new fitness rooms and
want to keep our floors and equipment clean
and the area tidy. There are several ways you
can help, such as wearing proper indoor
footwear (remove your outside shoes when in
the fitness rooms) and when you are finished using the equipment (weights, resistance
bands, mats..etc.) please use the sanitizer wipes to clean the equipment. This helps to
prevent the spread of germs and bacteria that cause illness.
*Please wear indoor shoes when you are using the fitness room*
Hours of Operation:
Did You
Know? With
a current
membership
the Fitness
Centre is only
Monday 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday
8:30 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.
Thursday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
An Extra
$1.00/visit
All participants must be members &
have attended an orientation session
prior to 1st workout.
New monitoring camera installed in the fitness centre
This is for your safety while you are working out!
Customized Exercise Programs for active
adults are available at an additional cost of $45.00
If you haven’t yet seen your health care provider for medical
clearance, you should go for a complete physical for a full
understanding of your health status and general fitness before
we create a fitness program for you.
This medical clearance will also help to prevent injuries.
Call for more information.
519-485-3869
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Fitness Schedule
Monday March 2 - Friday April 24th
Registration Opens on Tuesday, February 17 at 8:30 am
Building Closed: Monday February 16th for Family Day
* = Drop In Classes
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
10:00 - 6:00
Fitness Room
8:30 - 4:00
Fitness Room
8:30-4:00
Fitness Room
8:30 - 7:30
Fitness Room
8:30- 4:00
Fitness Room
9:00-10:00
*Yoga Fit*
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Back Again
10:00—11:30
Taiost Tai Chi
9:00 - 10:00
New Class
New Time
New Instructor
Yoga
9:00
*Walking Club*
9:00-10:00
*TBW Level 2*
9:00-10:00
*Nordic Pole
Walking*
Meet at the Senior
Centre by 9 am
9:30-10:30
*Wii Fit
Drop In
10:30 –11:30
Intermediate
Gentle Yoga
9:30 - 10:45
Stress Relief
With Meditation
10:30-11:30
Gentle Yoga
9:30-10:30
Zumba Gold
9:30-10:30
Combined Fitness
1:00 –2:00
Tap Class
11:00 –12:00
Low Impact
Cardio Muscle &
Stretch PLUS
9:30-10:30
NEW
Restorative Yoga
(Limited to 8
Participants)
10:30 am
Intermediate Line
Dancing
4:45-5:15
NEW
Beginner Clogging
12:15 - 1:15
NEW
Restorative Yoga
(Limited to 8
participants)
10:45-11:45
Men’s Body Blast &
Stretch
1:00-2:00
Hydro Yoga
VPCC
(No Class March 18
7 weeks )
5:15 –6:15
Intermediate
Clogging
6:30-7:30
Yoga
1:00—3:00
*Ping Pong*
6:15 –7:00
Beginners
Line Dancing
1:00-2:00
NEW
Hula Hoop Fitness
(upstairs)
(must have experience
9:30-10:30
Zumba & Weights
7:00-7:45
Line Dancing
For All Levels
11:00-12:00
TBW Level 1*
6:30 - 8:00
Intermediate
Latin Line Dancing
6:30-7:30
Hot Yoga &
Meditation
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Fitness Rates
Fitness Rates
Session Length
8 Week Session
Registered Programs
Member
Non- Member
$44.00
$60.00
7 Week Session
$38.50
$52.50
6 Week Session
$33.00
$45.00
Drop-In Classes
Member
$38.50 paid in advance
$6.50/day
$2.00/class
$1.50
$1.50
$1.00
Non-Member
$52.50 paid in advance
$8.50/day
$3.00/class
$2.50
$2.50
Class
Yoga Fit (7 week session)
Total Body Workout
Nordix Pole Walking
Walking Club
Fitness Centre
Must be a member to use Fitness Centre
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Fitness Class Descriptions
Fitness Class Descriptions
Low Impact Classes
Hula Hoop Fitness
NEW
Described as “a fun way to get fit.” Hula Hooping Fitness can help whittle off
inches from your waistline, while simultaneously being an effective aerobic
workout!
Low Impact Cardio,
Muscle, and
Strength PLUS
Fun filled class which combines weight lifting with low cardio to blast away the
calories. ... This low impact class is ideal for everyone at all skill levels.
Total Body
We’ll help you strengthen your entire body during this 60 minute group fitness
Workout TBW Level class. We use tubes, bands, free weights, body bars and medicine balls. Great
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class for all fitness levels
Total Body
Workout
TBW Level 2
A great aerobic workout for all levels of fitness ability. Don’t be frightened off
by the level 2. This class includes cardio, strengthening, balance and
stretching. All with music and props
Dance Classes
Combined
Fitness
A 60 minute group exercise class that includes a little of everything. Zumba
Toning, Zumba Step and Unleash Your Inner Diva with Flirty Girl Fitness. Flirty
Girls are happier, healthier, empowered woman :)
Taoist Tai Chi
Improve your health, reduce your stress, improve your balance and
achieve greater flexibility
Clogging
Clog dancing is easy to learn, requires no special shoes or equipment and
needs no partner. It is great exercise, builds up your stamina and helps
improve your balance. Plus, it’s just great fun and a wonderful way to make
new friends!
Intermediate Latin Come feel the rhythm, passion and energy of the Latin Line Dancing. Burn the
Line Dancing
floor to vibrant, motivating and energizing music: Merengue, Rumba, Mambo
and Tango
Line
Dancing:
Three Levels
Beginner: Join this class for a fun way to get fit. Learn new dances to popular
music
Intermediate: During this moderate intensity, low impact group fitness class,
we’ll teach you the latest moves with a variety of modern music.
Tap
This class is held at the Diamond Dance Centre at 144 Whiting Street. This low
impact class is designed for all levels and will teach you the basic moves and
more.
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Fitness Class Descriptions
Fitness Class Descriptions
Men’s Class
Men’s Body Blast
& Stretch
A group workout using weights — and sometimes cross-training — to build up
different muscle groups. The workout combines running, interval training and
strength exercises. This great cardio workout builds stamina and strength!!
Zumba Classes
Zumba Gold
This is a fun energetic and exciting fitness class. Latin and popular music
combined with Latin and salsa dancing. Less intense than regular Zumba
Zumba & Weights This is a fun energetic and exciting fitness craze. Latin and popular music
combined with Latin and salsa dancing.
Yoga Classes
Gentle
Yoga
Reduce stress, improve flexibility and balance, muscle tone and increase your
sense of well being. Perhaps you’ve never tried yoga and you’re nervous
because you aren’t flexible, yet at the same time you are curious… Maybe you
have done yoga and thought it wasn’t for you or you just want a gentler and
slower-paced class.
Hot Yoga
Hatha Yoga in a room heated to approximately 37° C Suitable for all levels of
experience. It stretches and strengthens every muscle, ligament, tendon and
joint in the body. It works the cardiovascular and circulatory systems,
massages your internal organs and stimulates the nervous system. It also helps
with pain relief.
Hydro Yoga
Hydro Yoga takes the principles and movements of Yoga and adapts them to
the water environment. It strengthens and tones the body while relieving
tensions and renewing energy.
Restorative
Yoga
Is a form of yoga that seeks to achieve physical, mental, and emotional relaxation with
the aid of props. It can also help you recover from illness and injury or overcome
emotional depression and anxiety.
Stress Relief with
Meditation
Learn about different forms of meditation as week. This class will have short
meditations, light yoga to open the body (who can sit for an hour without
moving) and some discussion. Wash the stress of your day away!
Yoga
Yoga is for everyone. No matter what age you are or what condition you are in
you can experience the health benefits of yoga.
Yoga Fit
Designed to improve health and performance. Yoga Fit delivers a practical
user friendly style for individuals of any level.
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Fitness Programs & Leagues
Nordix Pole Walking
February & March
The most effective low-impact physical activity for everyone. Nordix pole walking is
more effective than regular walking since it uses 90% of body muscle vs. 40 – 50%
with regular walking. Nordix pole walking incorporates all upper body muscles
while strengthening the lower body.
4 walkers are needed each week to keep this program active!
We walk every Friday at 9:00 am - 10:15 am
Meet at Senior Centre
All fitness levels welcome. Poles available.
Walk Locations: Ingersoll
Members $1.50 or Non-members $2.50
80’s Fitness
Fab Day
Thursday, February 26th
Dress like you are back
in the 80’s…
9:00 a.m. -10:00 a.m.
Fitness Class
Let out your inner 80’s Diva!
$2 Member
$3 Non member
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10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Door prizes
Refreshments
Best costume draw
80’s music
Free Safety Orientation
Thursday, March 26
9:30 - 10:30 am
Members Only
Need a refresher? Are you
unfamiliar with the exercise
equipment in our fitness centre?
Join us for a free orientation.
Please register by
Friday, March 20th by 4 pm
Fitness Programs & Leagues
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Golf League Annual Spring
Meeting
Thursday, March 5th
9:15-10:15 am
Please join us to
discuss the upcoming
season regarding
tournaments and golf
Locations
Tee off times and locations
vary weekly. We golf
every Monday. Start date is
yet to be determined due to
snow.
Baseball League Annual
Spring Meeting
Thursday, March 4th
10:30-11:30 am
Please join us to discuss the
upcoming ball
season regarding
practice & game times and
tournaments.
Practices will start in May
depending on weather.
Wii Fit Games
Mondays @ 9:30 am
Please let us know if
you plan to attend!
$1.50/member $2.00/non-member
Please call Deanna at the Centre for
schedules or any questions
519-485-3369
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Drop In Programs
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DEBIT MACHINE
NAME CHANGE
Consideration is being given to installing
a “Debit Machine” at the Main Office as
an additional form of payment.
Six years ago, we started the process for a
“Name the Centre” Contest
Annually the organization cost would be
approximately $50/month and a small
fee/transaction.
Submitted names were reviewed by the
Member’s Council. 5 Choices were presented to the Board of Directors for consideration.
The above costs would be part of the
administrative costs, not to you the
“purchaser”
At this point the Board, initiated a review
of the entire organization and began
work on our Strategic Plan.
However your input is required to assist in
our decision.
Please review the initial 5 “Top Choices”.
Then vote for your choice
OR
Provide an alternative name in the space
provided.
If available, would you use the Debit Machine for:
___Debit Cards
___ Mastercard
___Visa
____Would not use
Please return by March 1, 2015
#1. Ingersoll Seniors Activity Centre
#2. Ingersoll’s 50+ Activity Centre
#3. Boomer to Zoomer Centre
#4. Ingersoll’s Activity Centre
#5. Ingersoll’s 50+Centre
#6. ___________________________________
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Please return by March 1, 2015