50+ Active Living Bulletin (March 2018)

Please donate indoor & outdoor plants, pots, tools, everything gardening for our 50+ fundraiser to be included in the Seedy Saturday March 24 CRCC!

50+ Active Living March 2018

Munch n’ Learn “Emergency Preparedness” NEW & FREE! 3rd Friday, March 16 10:00am-12:15pm CRCC Lounge. Soup provided by Royal Coachman Pre-register!

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From the desk of: Linda Kubinec Program Coordinator linda.kubinec@campbellriver.ca 250-286-5303 Community Centre office telephone dial 303 Thank you...To everyone who donated items or volunteered for our Giant Garage Sale. We raised over $2000!

Thanks also for continuing to check the attendance sheets with those who have scanned in for your programs. We are hoping in the future that we will have self check in flat screens at the office for scanning in, just like the bank machines; which should alleviate the wait time.

Happy Easter!

TABLE OF CONTENTS Volunteer …………………….……..…….…..2 Drop-In & Special Events…...…..……...3 Registered Programs…...………………….4 Health & Wellness.……………..….…......4 Strathcona Connection.……………….….5 Community Advertising & Travel...….5

50+ Fundraiser 50+ MEMBERS—Bring your donation!

WANTED: Indoor & outdoor plants, garden pots, tools, decorations, seeds and all things gardening for our 50+ TABLES to be sold at the Seedy Saturday event Saturday March 24th at the Community Centre.

Donations can be brought to the Community Centre anytime before the sale date. Please note: Plants that need to be repotted should be donated no later than March 19th.

50+ Volunteer News VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: PLANT SALE Thursday, March 22 8:30am-4:30pm Re-potting plant & pricing Friday, March 23 8:30am-5pm Setup 50+ display for selling items Saturday, March 24 Sell plants. Come at 8:30am through 1pm.

If you are unable to volunteer consider donating plants.

IF YOU CAN HELP …..

PLEASE CALL THE FRONT OFFICE 250-286-1161 All proceeds will go to our 50+ Active Living…..

Also volunteers are needed in May for the Fibre Fest see page 3 for details.

Community Centre 401-11th Avenue 250-286-1161

Sportsplex 1800 Alder Street 250-923-7911

Open: Monday-Friday 8:30am-4pm Closed Weekends & Evenings

Open: Monday-Friday 8am-9pm Saturday-Sunday 9am-4pm

March 2018-50+ Active Living Bulletin

If you know a 50+ member who is ill, or has experienced a loss, we have a volunteer ready with addresses, cards and stamps. Call Rose at 778-346-2295

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50+ Active Living Bulletin is published by Linda Kubinec, 50+ Program Coordinator Bulletins are available on the LAST TUESDAY of each month at: Community Centre Sportsplex www.campbellriver.ca

Information: 250-286-1161 Linda Kubinec 250-286-5303 Facebook.com/Campbell riverrec Campbellriver.ca/recreationguide Program Leaders are requested to direct all program concerns to Linda Kubinec, Program Coordinator for the 50+ programs.

If you are in the craft room or lounge just pickup the telephone and dial 303.

Save A Tree!

50+ Members: Each month’s issue will be emailed to everyone on who has an email address 3 days before the printed version is ready!

Call 250-286-1161 to sign up.

Online version: www.campbellriver.ca 2

Drop-In and Special Events MOVIE TIME! Thursday, March 1st 1-3pm Lounge "From the time she first sits in the pilot's seat, aviatrix Amelia Earhart (Hilary Swank) feels destined Beginning in 1928, she sets a number of aviation milestones, including numerous speed altitude records, and was the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic.

In 1937, Amelia undertakes her greatest challenge of all: to become the first woman to circumnavigate the globe by airplane."

LUNCH BUNCH 12:15pm Lunch Bunch is an invitation to everyone to enjoy a lunch together at a different local restaurant each month.

FREE DRAW FOR LUNCH!

Thurs March 8th Royal Coachman _________________________________ Call 250-286-1161 to book so we can reserve a table.

BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION Thursday, March 8th EVERYONE WELCOME! Everyone is invited to this informal birthday party for cake and entertainment to celebrate those with March birthdays!

Cake is compliments of Thrifty Foods.

Entertainment provided by Diane Brown on piano.

Gluten or sugar free options by request.

March 2018-50+ Active Living Bulletin

SEEDY SATURDAY Seed swap, vendors, demos, plants sales, Lil’ Sprouts corner and much more Sat Mar 24 9am-12pm Community Centre FREE entry for Shoppers Fibre Fest 2018 is a wonderful celebration of all things fibre, including vendors, workshops and free demonstrations. We are looking for volunteers who want to be a part of this fabulous weekend to give us a call. Check out the Fibre Fest website http://shelmack.wixsite.com/vancouverislandfibre for information on classes, registration and demos.

Thurs March 15th 1:30pm CRCC Craft room Call Judy Ridgway for more information (250)286-5307

MUNCH n’ LEARN

New NEW

Topic: Emergency Preparedness Friday March 16 10:00am-12:15pm Community Centre Lounge Our first presentation is on Emergency Preparedness for Seniors. Details and handouts provided by Strathcona Emergency program. After the presentation, soup is provided by the Royal Coachman.

Pre-registration is required: Maximum 25 3

REGISTERED PROGRAMS

HEALTH

& WELLNESS

Health Matters

READY SET GARDEN! Now is the time to start thinking about what to plant for your summer harvest. Tips on how to prepare your beds and when to set out your transplants. Registration is required.

Tues Mar 6 6:30-8pm CRCC Rm 2

Education Classes

Pre-register please call 250-286-7151 Campbell River Hospital Wellness Centre Why Exercise is Good for the Heart

Thurs Mar 1

1-2pm

Come and make a teapot, and a cream and sugar set.

Teapots can be challenging... but so fun to make and use.

All skill levels welcome Thur Mar 8-22 6-9pm Fri Mar 9-23 9:30am-12:30pm CRCC Craft Room $69

A Good Night’s Sleep

Wed Mar 7

1:303:30pm

Heart Healthy Eating

Thurs Mar 8

10:3011:30am

Portion Distortion

Fri Mar 9

1-2pm

LEARN TO DROP SPINDLE

Intro to the Heart

Thurs Mar 15

1-2pm

Intro to Mindfulness & Meditation

Fri Mar 16 & 23

1-4pm

Complementary & Alternative Medicines in Chronic Disease Management Fueling Your Body

Thurs Mar 22

1-2pm

Fri Mar 23

10:3011:30am

POTTERY - Things That Pour 14 + years

Ages 14 – adult

Want to try spinning but do not want the expense of buying a spinning wheel until you have tried it? Drop Spindle is just the thing. Jery will bring the spindles and fibre for you to try. There will be several different types of fibre to try, camel, silk and different types of sheep. Jery will provide everything you need to get started.

Sat Mar 10 9:30am-12:30pm CRCC Rm 1 $20

Indicates part of the HEART MATTERS Education series.

HERBAL MEDICINE MAKING Learn how to craft your own plant medicine, including infusions, decoctions, tinctures, syrups, cordials, elixirs, pills, oil salves and more . Herbalist Yarrow Willard is one of the most well known teachers in the herbal field, with close to 20 years of experience making plant medicine.

Sun Mar 11th 11am-5pm Sportsplex Rm1 $95

CARING CARDS

MASON BEES Join Comox Strathcona Waste Management Compost Education Centre and the City of Campbell River to learn how you can have mason bees in your own backyard. Learn about one of nature’s great pollinators. Guest speaker Gordon Cyr will cover a wide variety of topics and answer any questions you may have regarding these industrious little bees.

Tues Mar 20 6-8pm CRCC Preschool Room Free but registration is required

TECH SAVVY SENIORS Computer Skills WE PROVIDE THE TABLETS!

6 week classes Are you interested in learning how easy it is to operate a tablet send emails, view Facebook, pay your bills on line, setup an email address, take and send pictures. Tablets provided.

June classes are full. Now registering for September classes to be held Wed/Fri starting Sept 9th.

Call 250-286-1161 to register Also the Senior Centre will be hosting classes call 250-914-4401 if interested.

BADMINTON LESSONS BOUQUETS, ARRANGEMENTS & BOUTONNIERES Looking for ways to cut costs at your event or wedding? Learn how to create your own stunning bouquet or centerpiece, select your flowers, methods of designing and tips for elegantly wrapping the stems. Take home a small bouquet.

Wed Mar 21 6:30-9:30pm CRCC Craft Rm $65

WIRE WRAPPED PENDANT Join members of the Ripple Rock Gem and Mineral Club and create beautiful pendants using a wire wrap technique. All supplies included.

Wed Mar 21 6-9pm CRCC Rm2 $60 March 2018-50+ Active Living Bulletin

NEW

NEW

We are pleased to announce that on Fridays, 11am-12Noon we will be offering badminton lessons.

Registration is required.

FREE 50 + members, $3.00 50+ non-members Mar 9

Various Shots— i.e. net/lifts/clears

Mar 23

More shots— i.e. drops, smashes, drives

April 6

Strategies—Doubles & Mixed

All lessons are aimed at beginners and those who wish to improve their skills. Pick and chose your sessions.

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Community ADVERTISING & Travel Deb Wilson, Fitness Coordinator 250-830-6736 dwilson@srd.ca Strathcona Connection March 2018 Spring is fast approaching, and we have some new programs for you. For those with COPD there is a specific Breathing class, a fabulous Falls Prevention program, a new Walking Class, and a Chair Yoga class.

These new registered programs start the beginning of April, with your choice of once or twice a week. We are working closely with Island Health to give you the best possible options for your improved wellbeing. Give us a call or have a look in the Spring brochure for more details. 250-830-6736

I S L A N D F E V E R T R AV E L 250-287-3221 or email | info@islandfever.travel Shen Yun Queen Elizabeth Theatre Vancouver March 25 $249.

Chemainus Theatre with buffet luncheon included Million Dollar Quartet musical - April 11 $135 Music of Elvis, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins & Johnny Cash.

Riverdance 20th Anniversary Queen Elizabeth Theatre April 14 $239.

Stars on Ice in Victoria with Tessa Virture, Scott Moir & Patrick Chan. $219 dinner included, deadline to purchase is March 20th Celtic Women Queen Elizbeth Theatre June 3 $259.

Spring Fever with The P Nut Gallery For info & to register contact: Shawn Koopman skoopman@srd.ca or 250-830-6702 All participants are strongly encouraged to attend a course introduction and preparation session from 7-8:30pm on Tuesday March 6th at 990 Cedar Street to help them obtain a better understanding of the course content and requirements.

Square 1 Travel Hosted Group Trips 1-250 334-0355 TOLL-FREE 1 877 334-0355 Diane Todd EMAIL diane@square1travel.com

Fully Escorted from Comox Valley

Based on Double Occupancy tax included

$4,699 per person JULY 6-20, 2018 Included -Home Pickups -Airfare from Vancouver Is. to Europe -14 day coach tour -Accommodations -Buffet Breakfast daily -5 dinners -Tour host entire journey

From Spain to France to Italy, this tour along the Mediterranean Coast, features vibrant cities, historic sites, and stunning scenery.

Stay in Madrid, Valencia, Barcelona, Marseille, the Venice area, Rome, French Riviera & the Cinque Terre area.

March 2018-50+ Active Living Bulletin

Sat March 24 Legion Hall Salisbury Steak Dinner 7pm Dance 8-11pm Members $20 Non-members $22.50

~ Escorted Group Tours ~ *2018 Upcoming Tours - Interest list available* Apr 28–May 1 Fairmont Whistler Spring Getaway July 3–15 Newfoundland and Labrador – Book by Mar 10th July 9-15 Discovery Coast Cariboo Circle Tour with Whistler July 28 Alberni Steam Train and McLean Mill Aug 3–6 Toronto Blue Jays series in Seattle Aug 18 Uchuck III day trip to Friendly Cove Sept 27-Oct 6 East Coast Fall Colours Cruise Sept 29–Oct 5 Okanagan wineries with Kootenays Oct 24-25 Chemainus Theatre & Cowichan Valley Wineries Dec 3-6 Leavenworth Christmas Getaway Dec 9-10 Butchart Gardens with night in Victoria *2019 Upcoming Tours - Interest list available* May-June 2019 Ireland May & Aug 2019 Haida Gwaii – Register early Nov 2019 Vietnam and Cambodia 2018 and 2019 Active Vacations – Interest list available* May 1-6, 2018 South Vancouver Island Cycling - Limited Aug 31-Sep 11, 2018 Prince Edward Island Cycling-Limited July 2019 Newfoundland Hiking Tour Aug 26-Sep 7, 2019 Germany Bike and Barge Tour For more information or to obtain a brochure when available Contact - Willy van Kemenade at Direct 1-250-339-7628 – vankemw@telus.net 449B 5th Street, Courtenay, BC V9N1J7 Branch: 1(877)334-0355 BC Reg Number 3140-4 5

March at a Glance MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY Programs CX Mar 30

8:30-11:30am Rm 2 HAND QUILTING

9am-11am Lounge COFFEE WITH FRIENDS

8:30-11:30am Rm 2 HAND QUILTING

9:30-11:30am Lounge CROCHET/KNITTING

9:30-11:30am Lounge APPLIQUE 4TH FRI MAR 23

10am-12:30pm Lounge INT SENIORS GROUP MAR 5 & 26

11am-12pm Lounge BACKGAMMON

9:30-1pm Craft Rm PAINTING

9:30-12:00pm Craft Rm CALICO QUILTERS 3RD THURS MAR 15

9-12Noon Rm 1 HAND EMBROIDERY CX Mar 30

12-2:30pm BADMINTON

9am-4pm Craft Rm QUILTER’S GAB 1ST TUES MAR 6

12-2:30pm BADMINTON

SP

10am-12pm Lounge MEXICAN TRAIN

10:00-12:15 Lounge NEW Munch n’ Learn Emergency Preparedness Presentation & soup FREE FRI MAR 16 Pre-Register!

1-2pm & 2-3pm Rm 1 TAI CHI (BEG/INT) ●

10am-12pm Lounge SCRABBLE

12:45-3pm CRIB

SP

10:30am-12:00pm SP A PICKLE BALL LADDERS

11am-12pm Gym Badminton Lessons MAR 9 & 23 NEW Pre-register!

1-3pm Gym 1 FLOOR CURLING

10:30am-12pm SP A PICKLE BALL BEG

1-2pm MAR 21 Rm 1 BOOK CLUB

12-2:30pm SP A&B PICKLE BALL

12-2:30pm Gym BADMINTON CX Mar 23 & 30

1-4pm Lounge PARTNERSHIP BRIDGE

12-2:30pm SP A&B PICKLE BALL

1-3pm Gym 1-2 CARPET BOWLING MAR 28 Gym 2 1:30

1-2pm & 2-3pm Rm 1 12:15-1:45pm MAR 8 TAI CHI (BEG) ● LUNCH BUNCH ROYAL COACHMAN PUB CX Mar 30

1:30-3:30pm Gym 2 TABLE TENNIS

1:30-3:30pm Gym SHUFFLEBOARD MAR 27 GYM 2

1-4pm Lounge MAH JONG

11:30-12:30pm Craft Rm RIVER CITY UKE—BEG MAR 8 & 22

1-4pm BRIDGE CX Mar 30

1-3pm Craft Rm DROP-IN CRAFTS MAR 13, 20 & 27

1-4:30pm Lounge DUPLICATE BRIDGE

12:45-2:15pm Lounge RIVER CITY UKE MAR 8 & 22

SATURDAY

1-4pm BRIDGE

Lounge

1:30-3:30pm Gym 2 TABLE TENNIS MAR 28 Share

1-2pm & 2-3pm Rm 1 TAI CHI (ADV/INT)●

9-4pm MAR 10 Rm 2 QUILT & SEW WITH US

7-10pm CRIB

Lounge

3:30-5:30pm Gym 1 SOFT TENNIS MAR 28 4-6pm Gym 2

1-3pm MAR 15 Lounge STAMP CLUB

10:30am-1pm SP A&B PICKLE BALL

6:30-9:30pm Lounge EUCHRE MAR 14 & 21 Rm 5

1-3pm MAR 1 Lounge MOVIE TIME ‘AMELIA ‘

SUNDAY

1:30-3:25pm Gym 1 SOFT TENNIS CX MAR 29

1-3pm Gym 2 TABLE TENNIS

SP

DROP IN PROGRAMS: All programs held weekly at the Community Centre except as noted.

SP Sportsplex

CX Cancelled dates

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No drop in to Tai Chi

Bold Blue Dates Activity only on days noted FITNESS At Community Centre

Total Body Fit MWF 9-10am Chair Yoga Wed 10:30-11:30am Yoga Tues/Thurs 12:10-12:50pm XFIT Wed 12:10-12:50pm

We are invited to sell our plants, pots, everything gardening at Seedy Saturday March 24th.

Bring donations to Community Centre week prior!

Fitness rates apply.

March 2018-50+ Active Living Bulletin

BLOOD DONOR CLINIC: Tues - Thurs Mar 27 - 29 CRCC Gym 1

Lounge

1:30-3:30pm Gym 2 TABLE TENNIS 2:30-4:30pm Mar 8 Rm 2 SENIOR PEER SUPPORT 3-4pm MAR 8 Lounge BIRTHDAY PARTY 6:30-10:30pm Lounge DUPLICATE BRIDGE 7-9pm MAR 8 Rm 5 QUILT & SEW WITH US

COMMUNTITY CENTRE & SPORTSPLEX Will be CLOSED Good Friday March 30 Easter Monday April 2

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