NOTICES Memory Games for Body, Balance and Brain: A unique total body workout that combines physical fitness with brain fitness to help improve memory, concentration and balance Mondays, 1-3 p.m. until Aug. 26 at John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West First St., North Vancouver. Drop-in fee: $7. Info: 604-982-8330.
The Seniors' Tennis Association of the North Shore will host its annual picnic and round robin event Wednesday, Aug. 7 (weather permitting) at the Murdo Frazer Park tennis courts, off Elizabeth Way, North Vancouver. Registration will begin at 8 a.m. with a maximum of 72 players. Lunch will take place at noon. Free. Info: seniorstennis.ca. The association also invites players 55+ of all skill levels to play daytime tennis Mondays to Fridays at reserved North Shore court times. Annual fee: $20. Info: seniorstennis.ca or [email protected].
SPORTS, RECREATION, GAMES, FITNESS AND HEALTH Ramblers: Meet at the West Vancouver Seniors' Activity Centre, 695 21st St. for an eight-to 10-kilometre hike every Monday at 9:30 a.m., rain or shine. Terrain is varied and proper footwear and clothing are required. Bring water and a bagged lunch. New participants must phone prior to the first hike. Info: 604-925-7280 or westvancouver.ca/seniors.
Scrabble: Informal games to test your spelling Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m.-noon at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. Free. Info: 604-980-2474 or silverharbourcentre.com.
Seniors' Chair Exercise Classes: A free drop-in program Wednesdays, 1-2 p.m. at St. Martin's Anglican Church, 195 East Windsor Rd., North Vancouver. The class is low-impact concentrating on balance, stability and core strength for fall prevention. There will also be work on upper and lower body strength with a cardiovascular component. Following the class there will be a healthy snack and an opportunity to socialize. Registration and info: Beverley, 604-988-1410.
Seniors Cyclists: For a schedule of rides visit westvancouver.ca/seniors. Routes vary between 25 and 50 kilometres and are about three hours long.
Snooker: Everyone from novice to expert is welcome Mondays-Fridays, 9 a.m.-4:15 p.m. at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St.,
North Vancouver. Fee: $4 per month or $40 per year. Info: 604-980-2474 or silverharbourcentre.com.
Table Games: Drop in and play bridge, scrabble, tile rummy, or other board games Tuesdays, 1-2 p.m. at Mollie Nye House, 940 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. Drop-in fee: $2, coffee, tea and cookies provided. Info: 604-987-5820.
Table Tennis: Mondays and Wednesdays, 10 a.m. to noon and Fridays, 1-3 p.m. at Silver Harbour Centre, 144 East 22nd St., North Vancouver. Fee: $18 per season. Equipment provided. Info: 604-980-2474 or silverharbourcentre.com.
Table Tennis: Wednesdays, 2:45-5 p.m.; Thursdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m.; Saturdays, 12:30-2:30 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 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 silverharbourcentre.com.
Tai Chi Yang Style: This class will introduce the basic principles and movement of tai chi Wednesdays, 10:30-11:45 a.m. at John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West First St., North Vancouver. Drop-in fee: $8/$6.50. Info: 604-982-8326.
Walking Club: Walk local trails and pathways, then meet for coffee Mondays, 10-11:45 a.m. at Mollie Nye House, 940 Lynn Valley Rd., North Vancouver. Participants should be able to walk comfortably for a minimum of one hour. Drop-in fee: non-members $4/members $2. Info: 604-987-5820.
Walking Group: Thursdays at 1:30 p.m. at North Shore Volunteers for Seniors, 275 21st St., West Vancouver. Info: 604-922-1575, [email protected] or 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 silverharbourcentre.com.
- compiled by Debbie Caldwell Email information for your non-profit, by donation or nominal fee event to [email protected].
