WREA – RTAM Chapter Initiative Grant

WRea – RTaM Chapter

Initiative Grant Heather Shelton

On September 23, 2014, with the help of the Chapter Initiative Grant, WREA held a session entitled, “Opportunities for Tomorrow – Life After the Classroom.” Our intent was to explore some of the many hobbies and interests that are available and at the same time to encourage our members, both long time retires and new retirees, to join us in such an exploration.

An enthusiastic group met at Park Avenue Activity Centre and enjoyed six presentations. One of our members, Cathy McLaren, led us through the steps of making electronic photo books. The Fung Loy Kok Tai Chi group (several of whom are retired educators) performed a demonstration. We even got to try it! The art of wood carving was presented by Don Fosberg as he exhibited several beautiful, lifelike birds. For those who were interested in delving into the world of water colour and other art pastimes, Linda Skeoch from the Palette Club advised us of those opportunities. Our own Ray Sitter presented information regarding TFSA accounts. A well-known local musician, Joan McKay, entertained us with piano music and a sing-a-long as well as providing wonderful background music during lunch. The staff and students of Crocus Plains Regional High School Food Services provided an excellent lunch of soup, sandwiches, and salad, rounding it off with pecan pie and strawberry/vanilla mousse for dessert.

We made sure everyone took home an RTAM bag which included an RTAM notebook/ pen as well as other “goodies” donated by local businesses. We also had three door prizes.

It was a very enjoyable time together. Those in attendance were very enthusiastic and asked many questions of each presenter. It was well worth the effort to explore some of the many activities that are available after retirement. Our thanks to RTAM for the Chapter Initiative Grant.

Clockwise from left: Cathy McLaren, Tai Chi group, Don Fosberg, Linda Skeoch, Ray Sitter, Joan McKay