NOTICES
Call for Volunteers: The Edible Garden Project is looking for seniors to mentor and work with young daycare children to create inter-generational gardens. Local seniors can share and pass on their knowledge of local food growing techniques and gardening tips. To volunteer, email emily@ ediblegardenproject.com or call 778-986-3659.
Call for Contestants: The public is invited to audition for Chartwell's annual Senior Star singing and musical instrument competition that will take place on June 28. To arrange for an audition contact Churchill House Retirement Community at 604-904-1199.
Meals on Wheels needs volunteers on Monday, Wednesday or Friday mornings. Info: 604-922-3414.
The Sandwich Generation - Preparing for Success: A free information session on what the sandwich generation is and a discussion on the role of a financial plan with presenters from the North Shore Credit Union Tuesday, May 15, 7-8 p.m. at Churchill House Retirement Community, 150 West 29th St., North Vancouver. RSVP: 604-904-1199.
Powers of Attorney and Joint Accounts: A free telephone workshop for family caregivers and older adults Thursday, May 17, 7-8: 30 p.m. Learn about different types of power of attorney, legal issues of capacity relating to powers of attorney, common myths about powers of attorney and resources available to the public. Registration: Care-ring Voice Network, 1866-396-2433 or www.careringvoice.com.
New Chapter; New Life Story: A conversation series to explore identity and continued contribution facilitated by instructor Pat Bronson May 22, 29, June 5 and 12, 10 a.m.-noon at the Silk Purse Arts Centre, 1570 Argyle Ave., West Vancouver. Learn how to unlock creative potential and embrace designing what's next in your life. Fee: $59, which includes a journal. Registration: 604-684-4132, [email protected] or www.patsvision.com.
The North Shore Seniors' Picnic will be held Thursday, June 21, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at the West Vancouver Community Centre, 2121 Marine Dr. Canada Day will be celebrated and participants are requested to wear red and white. There will be several activities including a fancy hat competition. The Hummingbirds, Taiwanese dancers, Korean drummers and The Langley Ukuleles will entertain. Lunch, drinks and snacks will be provided. Info: 604-980-2427.
SPORTS, RECREATION, GAMES, FITNESS AND HEALTH Table Tennis: Saturdays, 12: 302: 30 p.m. and Sundays, 11: 15 to 1 p.m. at the West Vancouver Seniors' Activity Centre, 695 21st St. Drop-in fee: $2. Info: 604-925-7280 or www.westvancouver.ca/seniors.
Tai Chi: Healing exercises that promote calmness, strength,
flexibility and confidence Tuesdays, 9-10 a.m. at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. Fee: $26 for eight classes. Info: 604-980-2474 or www.silverharbourcentre.com.
Walking Club: Walk local trails and pathways, then meet for coffee, Wednesdays, 9: 45-noon. Cost: $1/$2, coffee, tea and cookies provided, at Mollie Nye House, 940 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. Info: 604-987-5820.
Whist: Mondays, 1-3 p.m. at Parkgate Community Centre, 3625 Banff Court, North Vancouver. Drop-in fee: $1. Info: 604-983-6362 or kshubert@ myparkgate.com.
Wii Video Games: Thursdays, 10 a.m., at North Shore Volunteers for Seniors, 275 21st Street, West Vancouver. Free. For more information, phone 604-922-1575, email info@ nsvs.ca or visit www.nsvs.ca. Yoga: Gentle stretches and breathing exercises to help flexibility and relax your mind Mondays, 9-10 a.m. at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. Fee: $48 for eight classes. Info: 604-980-2474 or www.silverharbourcentre.com.
SUPPORT GROUPS
Eye Deal: A support group for people with low vision meets the third Monday of the month at 10 a.m. in the atrium at the West Vancouver Seniors' Activity Centre, 695 21st St. Info: 604-925-7280 or www.westvancouver.ca/seniors.
Family Caregiver Network Groups meet the first Thursday, 7-9 p.m. or second Wednesday of the month, 10: 30 a.m.-12: 30 p.m. at North Shore Community Resources in Capilano Mall, 203-935 Marine Dr., North Vancouver. Discuss the challenges and positive experiences of caregiving and learn how to access health care and community services. Info: Karyn Davies at 604-982-3320 or [email protected].
Multicultural Program: Fridays, 2 p.m. at North Shore Volunteers for Seniors, 275 21st Street, West Vancouver. Free. Info: 604-922-1575, [email protected] or www.nsvs.ca.
Sound Advice: Information, education and support for the hard of hearing meets the first Friday of the month, 10 a.m.noon at West Vancouver Seniors' Activity Centre, 695 21st St. Drop-in fee: $2. Info: 604-925-7280 or www.westvancouver.ca/seniors.
ARTS, CRAFTS, MUSIC AND ENTERTAINMENT
Arts and Crafts: Bring your projects and work on them with others, swap tips and ideas, or work on a fundraiser for the Lynn Valley Seniors Association, Mondays 1: 30-3: 30 p.m. Cost: $1/$2, coffee, tea and cookies provided, at Mollie Nye House, 940 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. Info: 604-987-5820.
Bazaar Group: Help make craft sales a success, Mondays, 10 a.m.-noon at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. Free, materials provided. Info: 604-980-2474 or www.silverharbourcentre.com.
Choir: A mixed choir that entertains at the centre and for outside groups practises Fridays, 10: 15 a.m.-12: 15 p.m. at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. Fee: $25 per season. Info: 604-980-2474 or www.silverharbourcentre. com. Craft Group: Tuesdays, 1-3 p.m. at Parkgate Community Centre, 3625 Banff Court, North Vancouver. Drop-in fee: $1. For more information, phone 604-983-6362 or email [email protected].
Creative Crafts: Learn new projects and create quality items for Silver Harbour's craft sales Fridays, 10 a.m.-noon at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. Free. Materials provided. Info: 604-980-2474 or www.silverharbourcentre.com.
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