- New Member Orientation Jan 22
An opportunity for new members (all members welcome) to gain general information and learn about the history of the Centre, then take a tour of the building. Approximately one hour on January 22nd – at 11:30pm - SPEAKER SERIES: Friday Jan 17th 2pm Charlayne Thornton-Joe –
Celebrating Chinese New Year in Victoria. Charlayne Thornton-Joe was born and raised in Victoria. For 20 years, she was a Victoria city councillor. Through the years, Charlayne hasserved the Chinese community in various roles. She was director of the Chinese Consolidated Benevolent Association and member of theVictoria Chinatown Lioness Lions. She is currently a member… - Monday February 17th, the Centre will be Closed for Family Day
- NEW Sunday Afternoon Games
A new opportunity to play Mahjong, Scrabble, and Crib on Sundayfrom 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Please sign up if interested at the Front Desk. Hosted by member Brenda Scott. - Tuesday Yoga resumes February 18th
Yoga cancelled until February 18th: While Janet recovers from an injury, Yoga will remain cancelled until February 18th. - Focus on Wellness: Keeping Yourself Safe with Corporal Pat Bryant Feb 14th 2pm
As part of our focus on wellness, we are looking forward to having a talk on personal safety. Corporal Pat Bryant will share tips and strategies and answer questions on what to do in situations where you may not feel comfortable or safe. Friday, February 14th at 1 p.m.$2 Drop-in fee for members - This Month’s Highlighted Activity: BINGO
The origins of Bingo can be traced back to Renaissance Italy, where a similar version of the game called Gioco De Lotto was played. By 1778, the game had become prevalent in France, where it was called Le Lotto. Another version of the game was played in Germany as more of an educational game for… - Centre Sing-a-long Tuesday Jan. 28th, Feb. 25th 10 to 11:30 a.m.
We meet at 10 a.m. each third Tuesday of the month. We will continue to enjoy the Centre’s sound-projection system, singing the songs we all love to sing! Don’t forget to sign up at the Front Desk. If you haven’t tried the Centre Sing-along, its time to come give it a go. No previous musical experience … - Chat With Dr. Pat Friday Jan 24th 1:30 pm
Focus on Wellness: Chat with Dr. Pat: Women’s Bladder Problems Friday January 24th 1:30-2:30 pm - Raconteur – Friday February 7th
Adventures in Bolivia Join us on Feb. 7 at 2 p.m. as our new Raconteurs coordinator, Linda Polsson, takes us on an adventure to South America.Linda set off to live in the remote Amazon rainforest in Eastern Bolivia inthe mid-1980s. It was a life-changing adventure. She and a group of 10 singles from Canada and… - Choose to Move (SHOAL) starts Jan 20
Brentwood Bay: The Centre for Active Living 1229 Clark Rd.Monday, January 20th – March 31st – 10:30 – 12:00A FREE program that supports older adults to BECOME and STAY active! DO YOU CHOOSE TO MOVE?Being active can help you feel better, be stronger, and keep your independence. The Centre for Active Living has partnered with… - Beginner’s Spanish for Travelers: Starts Feb 3rd. Registration opens Mon Jan 6th
Linda Polsson will be teaching Beginner’s Spanish for Travelers over eight one-hour weekly sessions. The cost of the eight-week course is $56. This is not a drop-in program and payment must be made in advance. Registration and payment can be made at the Front Desk during office hours.