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HighlightsOKTOBERFESTIt’s time to put on the Lederhosen and strike up the oom-pah band as the best Oktoberfest party this side of Munich takes place at Century House. After you fill your stein in the Holfbrauhaus with some ale during Happy Hour and then make your way into the Great Hall for a delicious Bavarian dinner. Following dessert you will enjoy some marvelous musical entertainment to round out this unforgettable eve-ning. There are still some tickets available so make sure you get one before they are all gone.

Wednesday, September 25Happy Hour: 5:00 pmDinner: 6:00 pm Members: $20.00; Non-members: $24.00 31002

PLASKETT GALLERY AT MASSEY THEATRE WALK AND TOURWe are happy to announce we are partnering with the Plaskett Gallery to offer an escorted walk and tour each month. One of our members who also volunteers for the Plaskett Gallery, Michele, will meet you at the front office and escort you to the Plaskett Gallery to tour the exhib-it. For the month of September, the exhibit will be Debra McKenzie, For My Sanity and Yours. She will be giving an Artist’s talk. Please register if you’d like to attend. This will run rain or shine.

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CENTURY HOUSE ASSOCIATIONMINUTES OF CHAIRPERSONS’ MEETINGMinutes of the August meeting are posted on the bulletin board.

Next Chairpersons’ Meeting: Wednesday, September 4, 10:00 am

BIG BOUQUETS To SGSA for putting on a fantastic hoedown

To the Ambassadors for their help during and following the New Members Tours all year long.

CENTURY HOUSE ASSOCIATION WEBPAGE www.centuryhouseassociation.com Visit the Century House Association Webpage and see what’s happening around Century House. Sign up to get emails that keep you up to date and read your Clarion online.

DONATIONS, GIFTS AND LEGACIESCentury House Association, a registered charitable orga-nization, supports the many activity groups, services and extras that enhance participation for members. The Asso-ciation relies on donations to provide our services to se-niors. To make a tax deductible donation, or leave a legacy through your will, please contact the front office or donate online at the Association homepage - www.centuryhouse-association.com. You can choose to donate to General, Se-nior Peer Counselling, Bursary Fund or where it is needed.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORTThe Century House Association thanks you for your gen-erous donations. As a charitable organization your support of the ongoing work of the Century House Association, Senior Peer Counselling and the Bursary Committee is greatly appreciated.

President Carole Wylie Secretary Audrey Soroka1st Vice President Frances Blake Treasurer Betty Young2nd Vice President Saundra Keayes Past President Elizabeth Philip3rd Vice President Joy St. John

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CENTURY HOUSE 620 Eighth Street, New Westminster, BC, V3M 3S2Phone: 604.519.1066

Mon. - Fri. 9:00 am - 9:00 pm Saturday 9:00 am - 4:00 pmSunday 12:00 - 4:00 pm

LOW VISION: 604.519.6111

CLUB NEWSActivity committees requiring write-ups in the monthly newsletter please submit in writing to the front office.

BADMINTON We welcome players with all levels. We play games of doubles on Wednesday and Friday, 9:00 - 2:30 pm. If you are not sure this is your game, give it a try, no experience necessary. Racket and birdies are provided for new com-ers. Annual membership fee is $12.00. Any questions see Paul, Tad and Alfred.

BID EUCHREWe play on Tuesdays, 1:00 - 4:00 pm. If you are interested and you want to learn to play Bid Euchre, please sign up at the front desk for three free lessons. For more information call Lois (604.377.7332) or Barb & Ralph (604.525.2866). New members are welcome.


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CONVERSATIONAL SPANISHOur Spanish Conversation Group continues to study to-gether in the Arbutus Room, Friday mornings. At 9:00 am we have Beginners’ Group, free for Century House mem-bers. At 10:00 am we have Intermediate Studies with a suggested $2.00 donation. The last Friday of the month there is no beginner’s class at 9:00 am, but we have Span-ish conversation at 10:00 am, with no charge. Occasion-ally we will visit a local restaurant for a Mexican lunch. Mi-chael Anthony is our skilled facilitator.

COURT WHISTPlayers needed! What is “Court Whist” you ask? Origi-nally, this game was played by royalty in the 18th and 19th century. It might sound boring but it certainly is not, es-pecially when you have so many interesting friends. It is similar to bridge because it involves four players broken into teams of two; however, it is MUCH EASIER to play. Tuesdays, 1:00 - 3:30 pm DARTS Have you never tried Darts? Come & see what is involved. All of us are willing to teach you the basics. Also, you do not need to have your own darts to start. There are several sets available for you to try out. Thursdays, 1:00 - 3:00 pm

DIY FRANCAIS (French Conversation Group)Come and join a group of wannabe French speakers in a relaxed atmosphere where we share information and ideas en Francais with no direct instruction. Bring your high school level Francais avec toi. Bienvenue! Fridays, 10:00 am

FITNESS AND FUNFor all fitness participants, Fitness and Fun is your voice. This Activity Committee meets 2 times plus organizes 2 social events a year. The meetings are your time to share ideas, thoughts, suggestions and/or comments. For more information, please check the Fitness Notice Board posted on the wall at the entrance to the Fir Room.

GOLDEN AGE THEATRE - A NEW SEASONRehearsals have begun for our fall production and we take this opportunity to welcome new cast members to our team. Our cast and crew are working on three short plays which will touch, in a whimsical way, on relationships and choices, topics which will be sure to delight and entertain our audience. Save these dates: November 29 and No-vember 30. Watch for updates in your Clarion.

CLUB NEWSBRIDGEAfternoon Bridge is very social. We support new and former players. Our goal is to help each other, and enjoy the game of bridge. We play Tuesdays and Fridays, 1:00 - 3:45 pm.

SOCIAL BRIDGEWe play social bridge on Monday evenings, September to June, 6:00 pm. This is a friendly group of people, you would surely enjoy!

CANASTAThe Canasta group would welcome new members. We play on Mondays and Thursdays, 12:30 to 4:00 pm.

CARPET BOWLERSOur Carpet Bowling club will teach for free any members who are interested to learn the game. We play on Mondays and Wednesdays, 9:30 – 11:00 am. Give it a try, it’s loads of fun and we play all year long.

CENTURY HOUSE ARTISTSNew members are always welcome. Bring your art project Thursdays at 1:00 pm and work on it for two hours while you visit with a welcoming group.

CENTURY HOUSE LIBRARYPlease note that the Century House Library now has a good section of large print books available.

CENTURY HOUSE SINGERSDo you like to sing and socialize? No particular skill re-quired. We meet on Mondays, 1:00 - 3:00 pm, starting September 9.


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LEARNING GARDENDig this: Anyone is welcome to join the learning garden, choose to plant, harvest, water or do whatever your gar-dening interest is. Beginners and seasoned gardeners, all welcome. Meeting: Learning Garden Committee, third Thursday of the month: September 19, 2:30 pm.

LOW VISIONAfter a two month break, we meet again on Tuesday Sep-tember 3 at 10:00 am. Old and new members are wel-come. Our focus will be on successes over the summer period and things that members need assistance with as Fall approaches. Coffee, tea and some goodies will be available.

NOTABLE 90SWelcome back everyone from our summer recess. Do hope you have been enjoying our wonderful weather. Please join us and reconnect with friends. We will share summer happenings and as well, we will look ahead to the fall season; the harvest time with its colours, fragrances and favourite fall memories. For all those 90 years and greater, please come have coffee or tea and spend an af-ternoon socializing with us.Wednesday, September 181:30 - 3:00 pm

PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUPParkinson’s Group will walk at Royal City Centre Mall up-stairs on September 7, 12:00 - 3:00 pm. If you are interest-ed in walking or donating call Shirley Oda, 604.522.7658. Our regular meeting will be Tuesday September 3 at 1:00 - 3:00 pm. As per previous meetings we will start with exer-cise for 30 minutes followed by social and education time. Open to all people with Parkinson’s and their caregiver.

PICKLEBALLWe play Monday & Thursdays, 9:30 am - 2:30 pm.

CENTURY HOUSE QUILTERSMeet every Monday and Thursday mornings at 9:00 am - 12:00 pm. A large selection of beautiful quilted items for sale. Drop by and shop!

SENIOR GAY STRAIGHT ALLIANCEJoin us in this safe space to connect and discuss issues. Our guest this month will be Tiffany Muller Myrdahl, an SFU pro-fessor in the Gender, Sexuality, and Women’s Studies De-partment and the Urban Studies Program who will be leading us in a focus group. We will be asked to help create a group map of our city. This means locating where LGBTQ2S people feel a sense of belonging, safety, and comfort; feel unsafe, uncomfortable, and unwelcome; and the resources, services, activities, and spaces we use. The hope is that these maps will contribute to building a sense of LGBTQ2S community and belonging. Everyone is welcome! If you want to be on the email list leave your email at the front office.Wednesday, 1:00 - 2:30 pm, September 11

SNOOKER ROOMSnooker is a fun game. It is the best time to start playing now that you are 50+ to keep you busy. Come and join us! Ladies, you are also welcome and we will teach the basics to anyone who is interested.

SCRABBLEScrabble is a good way to keep your mind and memory active. We meet Fridays at 1:00 pm.

SUNDAY DANCEWe will resume dancing on Sunday, September 8 from 12:45 - 3:45 pm.

TABLE TENNISWe play Tuesday & Saturdays, 9:00 am to 2:30 pm.

TUESDAY CRAFTSLooking for lovely, useful hand-made items? A variety of items are for sale every Tuesday from 1:30 - 3:00 pm in the Spruce Room.

UKULELE We meet Thursdays, 9:30 - 11:30 am.

WEDNESDAY CRAFTSIf you like to knit or crochet, come and join us for tea and cookies and fun conversation! We meet Wednesdays at 1:00 pm.


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VOLUNTEER CORNER“There are two kinds of gratitude: The sudden kind we feel for what we receive, and the larger kind we feel for what we give.”

Edward Arlington

CONNECTION CAFÉ VOLUNTEER Dishwasher (NEW SHIFT)Our Food service team has created a new Dishwashing shift, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm or 1:00 - 3:00 pm. If you would like to know more, please talk to Liz, your Volunteer Coor-dinator.

CONNECTION CAFÉ FOOD PREP VOLUNTEER Our on- call roster needs a few more volunteers to help support the kitchen. If you don’t want to commit to a regu-lar shift and would like to help out from time to time, let Liz know. Full orientation and training provided to get you set up to enjoy your volunteer shift.

UPCOMING VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIESSeniors Festival - Saturday October 19Craft Sale and Tea – Saturday November 2Look for more information in the October Clarion.

TECH VOLUNTEERS WANTED - UPDATED!If you are proficient with any kind of device and/or com-puter programs and would be willing to work with other seniors TWIG (Technology Working Information Group) wants to talk with you. We want to set up a train the trainer program and develop some teaching materials. Please leave your name at the front office and someone will con-tact you with details and volunteer opportunities.

Please contact me if you are interested in this volun-teer opportunity at [email protected]

PARKING REMINDERPlease note that parking in the lot at Moody Park/Cen-tury House can be challenging. We want to take this op-portunity to remind people that if you don’t need to drive please use alternate transportation so that spots in the lot can be used for people with mobility issues. If you have a wheelchair/disability permit please display clearly in your car. Thanks!

KEEP IN TOUCHBrighten up Someone’s Day! If you know of a member who is unwell and would like to be remembered, please drop by or phone the office to provide that member’s name and address (if possible) or hospital location. Our hardworking Keep in Touch volunteers will be sure they receive a card. You might just make their day!

NEW WESTMINSTER TINNITUS SUPPORT GROUP Tinnitus is a ringing, buzzing or another sound in your head or ears that does not have an outside source. If you have Tinnitus or a related disorder, you can find support in our group. We will discuss the latest treatments, infor-mation, coping and stress reduction techniques. We of-fer encouragement and camaraderie to help combat this debilitating condition. For more information, contact the group leader Gerald Blackwell at 604.600.9142, [email protected]. Everyone including family and support persons is welcome to our casual and supportive meetings.

Tuesday, 6:45 pm September 17

LEGAL ADVICE PROGRAMThe UBC Law Students, from the Legal Advice Program, are here to help! Appointments are required by calling 604.822.5791 (extension “0”). Students are supervised by a practicing lawyer and can assist low-income individuals with legal issues such as minor criminal offences, small claims, landlord & tenant disputes and basic wills that do not include real estate. Students cannot help with serious criminal files or family law matters.

Tuesday, 7:00 - 9:00 pmOctober 1, 15, 29

CENTURY HOUSE IS A “SCENT-FREE ZONE”For everyone’s comfort, please refrain from wearing per-fumes, colognes and other scented products while attend-ing the centre. Your support is appreciated.

THE CLARION ON THE WEBJust a reminder to those who have access to the internet that The Clarion is also available online at www.newwest.ca. Click on Active Living Guide then look for brochures and The Clarion. You can also access The Clarion at www.centuryhouseassociation.com.

CLARION INFORMATION LINE FOR AUDIO HIGHLIGHTSPlease call 604.519.6111 for Clarion highlights.


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COUNSELLING PROGRAMS Are you going through a difficult time? We can help! Century House has free confidential programs for all people 50+ in the New Westminster area (membership not required).

• Life transitions and finding new meaning

• Bereavement and loss

• Depression and anxiety

• Loneliness

• Declining health

• Family matters

1. VITAL CONNECTIONSFamily Services of Greater Vancouver has commit-ted to work in partnership with Century House to offer the Vital Connections Counselling program again this year. Vital Connections offers accessible counselling services to seniors and their family members with a counsellor in place for the program one day a week on Thursdays. New referrals are welcome to leave their name and contact number on the Vital Connections voicemail (604.519.1064 ext. 2).

2. SENIOR PEER COUNSELLINGTrained senior volunteers provide one-to-one sup-port. Senior Peer Counsellors will stand at your side when you are feeling disheartened or dispirited. Meet-ings can take place at Century House or your home. (604.519.1064 ext. 1 or [email protected]).

Senior Peer Counselling is totally dependent upon do-nations for the running of their program. Our counsel-lors are dedicated trained volunteers who support peo-ple through life transitions, for example, bereavement, loneliness/isolation due to a move, loss of friends or health, caregivers who need to talk to an empathetic listener, etc. We are grateful for the sponsorship of Century House.

VOLUNTEER VISITOR PROGRAMSenior Peer Counselling has a new program for iso-lated seniors. If you are a senior living in New West-minster and are feeling lonely or isolated and would like some conversation and companionship, or if you know of a senior who might welcome a Volunteer Visi-tor, please call us at 604.519.1064. Volunteer Visitors will meet seniors in their homes, at Century House or other place of choice.

ARE YOU A PERSON LIVING WITH A DIAGNOSIS OF DEMENTIA?Do you know or work with someone living with a diagnosis of dementia?

We welcome you to join a discussion on addressing stig-ma and promoting inclusion in our communities for people living with dementia! “Putting Social Citizenship into Ac-tion” is a project seeking the voices of the community. We will be discussing the different roles we all can play, and we will speak about our goals for the project. Join us for a half-hour presentation and half-hour of Q and A. If you are interested in learning more but are unable to attend this session, please contact project manager Ania Landy at [email protected] or 604.822.7503.

Tuesday, 1:00 pmSeptember 17

VANCOUVER SUN NEWSPAPERCentury House Association purchases the Vancouver Sun newspaper for all of our members to enjoy; please do not remove the newspaper from the centre. If you like the crossword puzzles or Sudoku & we’ve run out of photo-copies, please let the office know & we’ll make another one for you, thank you!

NWPD STRATEGIC PLANNING COMMUNITY CONSULTATIONSThe New Westminster Police Department is inviting mem-bers of the public, including residents, business owners, students, and people who frequently visit the city, to par-ticipate in community consultations to help draft the next strategic plan. The new strategic plan will outline the fu-ture mission and vision of the NWPD as well as provide a framework for police engagement with the community for 2020 and beyond. Public input is vital in this process, and residents can save their seat for the upcoming community consultation meetings by visiting the New Westminster Po-lice Department website nwpolice.org.

Community consultations will be held at the New Westmin-ster Public Library, 716 Sixth Avenue, on September 16, September 17, and September 21.

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FACILITY CLOSURECentury House will be closed on Monday, September 2 for Labour Day. Regular hours commence on Tuesday, Sep-tember 3.

CENTURY HOUSE MEMBERSHIPSIf you are a current Century House member you will need to wait until your membership expires before you renew. Century House memberships cost $19.00 and will be ac-tive for 364 days after purchase. Anyone 50 years or bet-ter is welcome to join. If you have any questions please inquire at the front office.

NETWORKING CIRCLE Are you 50+ and new to New Westminster? Have you re-cently found yourself on your own? Are you looking for friends/companions with whom you can try out restau-rants, go to the movies or concerts, etc? If yes, we’d love to have you join our information networking group. Open to all Century House members. Sign up at the office and the group will get in touch with you.

LEADS LEADERSHIP TRAINING Are you 50+, retired or soon to retire? Looking to use your skills and experience in new ways? Interested in a creative connection to your community and meaningful volunteer experience? LEADS (Learning, Educating and Developing Seniors) supports your interest in lifelong learning, starting with a series of workshops exploring Leadership, Communi-cation and Development topics. LEADS give you a support-ive environment to develop the skills and confidence to take on leadership roles in your community. LEADS give you the opportunity to practice those skills by co-presenting a public workshop at Century House. The program will run Mondays, 12:30 - 3:30 pm, starting on September 23. In you are inter-ested in participating in the upcoming program please sign up at the front office - there is only 2 spots available.

SEPTEMBER BIRTHDAY PARTYSeptember is the month in which school starts up, summer winds down, football gets really going and birthdays are cel-ebrated! Everyone is invited to a birthday party celebrating all of our members born in September. We will have some special mystery entertainment guest this month. We will also play bingo, serve refreshments and award prizes. Tickets must be picked up or reserved by 9:00 pm Thursday, Sep-tember 19. If you desire the diabetic option, please request it when you pick up your tickets. Even if it is not your birthday please come along as a guest as everyone is welcome.

Friday, 7:00 - 9:00 pm September 20 Birthday Members: FREE, Guests: $3.50 32032

TWIG (TECHNOLOGY WORKING INFORMATION GROUP) AND SET (SENIORS EMBRACING TECHNOLOGY) UPDATE:TWIG and SET want to get your input. We will have a table in the lobby September 3 – 9, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm. Please stop by and share your ideas, needs and wish list! Someone from the group will be available to talk with and participate in our activity!We are still waiting to hear about the New Horizons for Seniors Grant Application – fingers crossed! We had a great visit with both the New Westminster Li-brary and the New Media Gallery Learning Lab at Anvil Centre. We are working to move ideas forward.

Here is a taste of some of things we are working on:• Coming Fall 2019, small group workshops around different electronic, devices, technology areas; train the trainer sessions, peer to peer sessions, workshops.• Security information session - completed.• New schedule for iPhone/android one on one sessions.• Video production program - Winter 2020.

TWIG had the opportunity to tour the new computer lab at the NWPL and it is fantastic! They will be offering more computer courses in September, check out their Septem-ber calendar here: www.nwpl.ca/events-calendar

If you have any comments you would like to share please leave a note at the front office for Shelly and TWIG/SET.

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MASSAGE THERAPY OUTREACH CLINICWe are supporting West Coast College of Massage Ther-apy by providing space at Century House for an outreach clinic. Massage Therapy Sessions are provided with Stu-dent Interns fully supported by a qualified Registered Mas-sage Therapist for a low fee. Sign up for a session today! Each session will be 45 minutes (includes assessment) between 11:30 am - 2:30 pm. Book your appointment at the front office.September 7September 14September 21September 28Registration Fee: $10.00

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FALL REGISTRATION Fall is the perfect time of year to try something new! Why not browse through the Fall Favourites brochure (which features all the registration based programs) and find something new. We offer courses in fitness, pottery, all kinds of different art mediums, Tai Chi and many other cre-ative endeavors. Get your brochure at the front office. Fall Registration is ongoing and you can also register online, in person or over the phone.

THE CHRONIC CONDITIONS SELF-MANAGEMENT PROGRAMThis program is offered as a fun, practical workshop which can help people with chronic conditions overcome daily challenges and maintain an active, fulfilling life. Partici-pants learn about healthier ways to live, gain confidence and motivation to manage their health and feel more posi-tive about their lives. Adults of all ages, who are experi-encing chronic conditions such as arthritis, diabetes, heart disease, asthma, fibromyalgia, hypertension, depression or any other ongoing or long-term health condition(s) can attend. Their family members, friends and caregivers are also welcome, as they will benefit from the information per-sonally and develop a better understanding of living with a chronic condition.

Saturday, 10:00 am - 12:30 pmSeptember 7 - October 12 Registration Required: Free 28365

EXPLORING WITH PENCIL CRAYONS - BEGINNERS Pencil crayons are a versatile medium and an excellent beginner introduction to colour. Lessons include layering, hatching, impressed line, shading and form, colour theory, burnishing, space, depth and composition. Individual at-tention is given to help your develop your skills. A supply list is available at time of registration.

Saturday, 12:30 - 2:30 pm (Mimi Kemball)September 28 - November 30 (no class Oct. 19 & Nov. 2)Registration Fee: $80.75 27066

BEGINNER CARTOONING This beginner’s class will show you how to create car¬toon characters and comic books. Explore inventing characters, facial expressions, proportion, comic book layout, setting the scene and more. Characters can be human, non-hu-man, animal, robots, anything you can dream up!

Thursday, 1:30 - 3:30 pm (Mimi Kemball) September 26 - November 7 (no class Oct. 17) Registration Fee: $67.75 27060

ACRYLIC PAINTING: PASSION & EXCITEMENT For artists with some experience painting in acrylics, learn how to get the most out of this versatile media, with con-tinued emphasis on light and colour in your composition. Demonstration and practice will include ways to use in-teresting textures, and experimenting with different back-grounds to create your unique finished work. Note: Please request suggested supply list before first class.

Monday, 12:30 - 2:30 pm (Peri Nilan)September 30 - December 2 (no class Oct. 14 & Nov. 11)Registration Fee: $77.50 27068

UKULELE SONG Dance Me to the End of Love by Leonard Cohen - Be-ginner or BetterCome learn this tune for a one-class workshop! You can try this one if you’re new to ukulele or advanced!

Tuesday, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm (Joel MacKenzie)September 17 Registration Fee: $14.50 for each class 29142

UKULELE ORCHESTRA This program is for advanced and intermediate stu¬dents. We will focus on playing tunes in separate parts as a group, and less on theory or skilled practice. After the last day, we will have a performance concert at Century House.

Thursday, 4:30 - 6:30 pm (Joel MacKenzie)September 26 - November 21Concert: Friday, November 22, 7:00 - 8:30 pmRegistration Fee: $100.00 27361

WOMEN’S WELLNESS CIRCLE The Women’s Wellness Circle is a welcoming drop-in for mature women where we focus on healthy aging, preven-tion and wellness and offer education, friend¬ship, equa-nimity and respect.

FROM LIMITED TO LIMITLESSAging is often seen as a time of loss; children leave home, careers are over - what’s left? Now is the time to shake off those limitations society places on us, free ourselves, explore our potential and live life our way without apology. It’s time to fully embrace our ‘third act’.

Thursday, 10:45 am - 12:15 pm (Deanne Rapacioli)September 19 Registration Fee: $6.75 26779Or participants can drop-each week: $6.75

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OSTEOFIT Safely exercise your way to healthier bones in a fit¬ness program designed for people with osteoporosis or at risk for developing this condition. The program includes an educational component as well as an active session that includes strength, balance, and agility components. Check with your doctor before commencing this program to en-sure you do not have any other pre-existing condition that may prevent you from doing certain exercises.

Thursday, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm (Colleen Waldron)September 12 - October 24 26982November 7 - December 19 26983Registration Fee: $60.00

BETTER BALANCE This progressive program is designed to help challenge stability, improve mobility and prevent falls that can lead to debilitating fractures or worse. Learn about how bal¬ance works and why it is essential to maintaining good health. Exercises that focus on static and dynamic bal¬ance, im-proving posture as well as strengthening the core and low-er body muscles will assist participants in maintaining and increasing their flexibility, coordination, and agility which can lead to greater confidence and more independence. Suitable for individuals of any age or ability. It’s never too late to improve your balance.

Thursday 12:10 - 1:10 pm (Colleen Waldron)September 5 - October 10 (6 weeks) 28956October 24 - November 28 (6 weeks) 28957Registration Fee: $52.00

ACTIVAGE (65+ years) Are you 65 or older and looking to increase physically ac-tivity? Then ActivAge is for you. This fun and social pro-gram will get you moving in a relaxed and inviting class en-vironment with like-minded people. There are two program options to choose from:

Option 1 focuses on improving activities of daily living, strengthening muscles used day-to-day.

Option 2 focuses on exercises that will enable you to be-come more involved with other activity programs or sports. The class includes discussions and handouts to help you improve your overall health and physical well-being.

Option 1 27026Wednesday, 12:30 - 1:30 pm (Robin Masters)Option 2 27030Wednesday, 1:45 - 2:45 pm (Robin Masters)September 18 - December 4Registration Fee: Free

SIRvivor BC: PROSTATE CANCER EXERCISE PROGRAM NEW! This is a group-based exercise program for men living with prostate cancer. The 12-week program is led twice a week by a BCRPA-registered Fitness Leader with addition¬al cancer exercise training, to address the needs of men with prostate cancer. The PCSC program will focus on resis-tance training, flexibility, balance and aerobic exercise.

Wed. & Sat., 11:15 am - 12:15 pm (Robin Masters)September 18 - December 11 (no class Oct. 19 & Nov. 2) Registration Fee: $120.00 27421

CHOOSE TO MOVE (65+ years) Join Choose to Move to help you build the habit of physi-cal activity into your daily life in ways that work for you. Choose to Move is free and flexible, and provides you with motivation and support. You will work with a trained activ-ity coach who will support you in developing a physical activity plan made just for you. When it gets tough, you will have the support from your coach and a group of others, who, just like you, are making a choice for health –they are choosing to move! Register in this program and an activity coach will contact you directly. Information Session: (Robin Masters)September 11, 1:00 - 2:30 pm 27101Registration after Information SessionMotivational Meetings: Wednesday, 3:00 - 4:45 pm

RELAXATION This class is suitable for all women regardless of experi-ence. Deanne teaches serenity breathing, gentle stretch-ing and helps women understand mindfulness and the concept of present moment awareness. The goal is to give mature women the tools they need to help them manage stress, stay positive and find the energy and time to truly enjoy life.

Monday, 6:00 - 7:15 pm (Deanne Rapacioli)September 16 - 30 Registration Fee: $27.00 26777

COMMUNITY KITCHENJoin our community kitchen facilitator in preparing some healthy easy recipes. Sit down and share a meal with the group, and take home recipes so you can try at home. All ingredients included.

Tuesday, 9:30 am - 12:30 pmSeptember 24 - October 15Registration Fee: $40.00 31882

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COMPUTER ROOM NEWS Please remember to bring your New Westminster library card and a Century House membership to access our computers. Wi-Fi is available.

IF THIS PHONE IS SO SMART Do you have a Smart phone, iPad or tablet and are won-dering how to make it work? If so, we have two special sessions just for you. Youth volunteers are coming to help you learn how to use your gadget. When you sign up at the office please let us know which type of device you will be bringing.

Thursday, 6:00 - 8:00 pm September 12 32028

UNPLUGGEDThe Ukulele students would like to invite anyone who plays almost any instrument and/or sings to participate. The session will be in the Fir Room.

Wednesday, 6:30 - 9:00 pmSeptember 4FREE

WORKSHOP: HEALTHY LIVING - ADVOCACYPresented by Seniors’ Health and Wellness Institute. Wheth-er you are advocating for yourself or someone else, important skills, strategies and practical suggestions are presented.

Tuesday, 1:00 - 2:30 pmSeptember 24 32015

RUMMOLIFor anyone interested we now have a group playing Rum-moli on most Saturday afternoons. No experience neces-sary and you should plan now to join in on this fun card/board game. No need to sign up; just come on in to play on every Saturday in September.

Saturday, 12:30 - 3:45 pm September 7 - 28Buy-in: $2.00 Cost: 25 cents

NEW MEMBERS’ TOURAre you new to Century House? Join in on a New Mem-bers’ Tour that will highlight our programs and activities, answer your questions and take you on a facility tour that includes a complimentary cup of coffee or tea. Please ad-vise the office if you will be attending.

Wednesday, 1:30 pm September 4 FREE 29512

TEXAS HOLD ‘EMSign up at the office by the Thursday prior to this event as seating is limited and dealers need to be arranged.

Friday, 7:00 - 10:00 pmSeptember 6 & 27Fee: $5.00 buy-in

SECRET BAD GUY BOARD GAME NIGHTIf you like board games you should try Secret Bad Guy. Try your hand at this new intriguing game.

Thursday, 7:00 - 9:00 pmSeptember 19Free 32029

TED TALKS COMES TO CENTURY HOUSECome to Century House and watch two Ted Talks: 1. Is War Between China and the US Inevitable? Taking les-sons from a historical pattern called “Thucydides’ Trap,” political scientist Graham Allison shows why a rising China and a dominant United States could be headed towards a violent collision no one wants -- and how we can summon the common sense and courage to avoid it. 2. Are China and the US Doomed to Conflict? The former prime min-ister of Australia, Kevin Rudd is also a longtime student of China, with a unique vantage point to watch its power rise in the past few decades. He asks whether the growing ambition of China will inevitably lead to conflict with other major powers -- and suggests another narrative. Stay for a facilitated discussion afterwards.

Wednesday, 1:00 pm September 25 32016

LITERACY MONTH - MEDIA SMARTSJoin in on an informal discussion in the dining room. The theme will be how to spot fake news, phishing, and fraud; and to discuss the importance of digital media literacy.

Thursday, 1:00 pmSeptember 26


Activities

TREE ENRICHMENT PROGRAMLearn about what trees really need to grow and thrive in the urban environment. This workshop is designed to pro-vide participants with an introduction to arboricultural tech-niques including planting, pruning, care and maintenance. This will include a classroom component, interpretive walk in Queens Park, and finally, the planting of a tree.Queen’s Park Arena Breakaway Room 604.527.4567

Thursday, 6:00 - 8:00 pmOctober 3Registration Fee: $10.00

TINA TURNER TRIBUTE DINNERLuisa Marshall has been voted as the winner of the best tribute artist in the world and she is bringing her award winning show to Century House! Following Happy Hour and a delicious dinner you will be entertained by enjoying all the greatest hits of Tina Turner. Dance if you want to or just sit back and enjoy the wonderful music. You will be sorry if you miss this spectacular performance as Luisa will be bringing some special guests with her! Wednesday, October 23 Happy Hour: 5:00 pmDinner: 6:00 pmMembers: $27.00, Non-members: $33.00 32033

COMING IN OCTOBER

PLASKETT GALLERY AT MASSEY THEATRE WALK AND TOURWe are happy to announce we are partnering with the Plaskett Gallery to offer an escorted walk and tour each month. One of our members who also volunteers for the Plaskett Gallery, Michele, will meet you at the front office and escort you to the Plaskett Gallery to tour the exhib-it. For the month of September, the exhibit will be Debra McKenzie, For My Sanity and Yours. She will be giving an Artist’s talk. Please register if you’d like to attend. This will run rain or shine.

Thursday, 2:00 - 4:00 pm September 19 31171

OKTOBERFESTIt’s time to put on the Lederhosen and strike up the oom-pah band as the best Oktoberfest party this side of Munich takes place at Century House. After you fill your stein in the Holfbrauhaus with some ale during Happy Hour and then make your way into the Great Hall for a delicious Bavarian dinner. Following dessert you will enjoy some marvelous musical entertainment to round out this unforgettable eve-ning. There are still some tickets available so make sure you get one before they are all gone.

Wednesday, September 25Happy Hour: 5:00 pmDinner: 6:00 pm Members: $20.00; Non-members: $24.00 31002

THANKSGIVING TURKEY LUNCHEONJoin us for a traditional turkey dinner entrée in celebration of Thanksgiving - it will be our regular cafeteria style lunch setup. Advance tickets are required and can be purchased at the office. Please note: price includes entrée only.

Thursday, 11:30 am - 1:00 pm October 10 Cost: $9.00 entrée only 32030

SAVE THE DATE:

SENIORS FESTIVAL 2019 - CREATIVE SIDE OF AGING with Robert BatemanIn Celebration of National Seniors DaySaturday October 19 - 10:30 am - 3:00 pmPresented by City of New Westminster Seniors Advisory Committee

Keynote: Robert Bateman is perceived by many to be one of the voices of reason and hope for healthy, rejuvenated and creative engagement with the natural world. Bateman has been a keen artist and naturalist from his early days. He has always painted wildlife and nature, beginning with a representational style, moving through impressionism and cubism to abstract expressionism. batemancentre.org

• Interactive Performance by Lyle Povah with Drumming and Health.

• And other exciting performances!

• ArtsToGo, a fun, educational and interactive experience with Arts Council of New Westminster.

• Information Fair with over 32 Community Groups and Businesses that provide services, benefits and much more to older adults.

• Special Seniors Festival Lunch Fee.

• Door Prizes.

For information:604.519.1066 - Everyone welcome!


MONDAY9:00 - 2:30 Computer Room Drop-in (Computer Lab)9:00 - 2:30 Fitness Centre Drop-in (Fitness Centre)9:00 - 2:30 Table Tennis (Multi-purpose)9:00 - 12:00 Quilting (Spruce)9:00 - 9:00 Snooker Drop-in (Maple)9:30 - 10:30 Moderate Fitness Drop-In - Workout (Douglas/Fir)9:30 - 11:00 Carpet Bowling (ABC)10:45 - 11:45 Drop-in Yoga (Douglas/Fir)11:00 - 12:00 Mild Fitness Drop-in Light Exercise (Oak)12:00 - 3:00 Square Dance (Fir) (resume Sept 9)12:30 - 2:30 Acrylic Painting (Spruce) (Sept 30)12:30 - 3:30 LEADS - Leadership Program (Arbutus) (Sept 16, 23 & 30)12:30 - 4:00 Canasta (Birch/Cedar)1:00 - 3:00 Cribbage (Arbutus)1:00 - 3:00 CH Singers (Oak) (resume Sept 9)6:00 - 7:15 Relaxation (Fir) (Sept 16, 23 & 30)6:00 - 8:00 Shaping the Journey: Living with Dementia (Arbutus) (Sept 9, 16, 23 & 30)6:00 - 8:30 Bridge - Evening (Douglas) (Sept 9 & onwards)7:00 - 9:00 Exploring with Pencil Crayon - Intermediate (Birch/Cedar) (Sept 23 & 30)

TUESDAY8:30 - 5:00 Bowen Island Getaway Trip (Sept 3)9:00 - 2:30 Computer Room Drop-in (Computer Lab) 9:00 - 2:30 Fitness Centre Drop-in (Fitness Centre)9:00 - 2:30 Table Tennis (Multipurpose)9:00 - 9:00 Snooker Drop-in (Maple)9:30 - 10:30 Moderate Fitness Drop-In Stretch & Strength (Douglas/Fir)9:30 - 12:30 Community Kitchen (Youth Centre) (Sept 24)9:30 - 12:30 CHA Executive Meeting (Oak) (Sept 24)10:00 - 12:00 Beginner or Better Ukulele Song - Dance Me to the End of Love by Leonard Cohen (Oak) (Sept 17)10:00 - 12:00 Beginners Drawing & Watercolour (Spruce) (Sept 10, 17 & 24)10:00 - 12:00 Book Club (Oak) (Sept 10)10:00 - 12:00 Low Vision (Arbutus) (Sept 3)10:45 - 11:45 Drop-in Yoga (Fir)12:00 - 1:00 The ABC’s of the Fitness Centre (Fitness Centre) (Sept 10 & 17)12:30 - 2:30 Pottery (Chestnut) (Sept 24)1:00 - 2:00 Living with Dementia Presentation and Q&A (Oak) (Sept 17)1:00 - 2:00 Tai Chi - Beginners (Fir) (Sept 24)1:00 - 2:30 Tuesday Workshop; Healthy Living, Advocacy (Oak) (Sept 24)1:00 - 3:00 Health Drop-in & Blood Pressure Clinic (Oak) (Sept 10)1:00 - 3:00 Parkinsons Support Group (Douglas) (Sept 3)1:00 - 3:30 Court Whist (Arbutus)

1:00 - 3:30 Tuesday Crafts (Spruce)1:00 - 3:45 Bridge (Douglas)1:00 - 4:00 Bid Euchre (Birch/Cedar)6:30 - 8:30 Pottery - Hand Built Tableware (Chestnut) (Sept 24)6:45 - 8:45 Alzheimer Support Group (Arbutus) (Sept 17)6:45 - 8:45 Tinnitus Support Group (Birch/Cedar) (Sept 17)

WEDNESDAY8:30 - 7:30 Galiano Island Trip (Sept 18)9:00 - 2:30 Computer Room Drop-in (Computer Lab) 9:00 - 2:30 Fitness Centre Drop-in (Fitness Centre)9:00 - 12:00 Senior Peer Counselling Meeting (Oak) (resume Sept 11)9:00 - 2:30 Badminton (Multipurpose)9:00 - 9:00 Snooker Drop-in (Maple)9:30 - 10:30 Moderate Fitness Drop-in - Workout (Douglas/Fir)9:30 - 11:00 Carpet Bowling (ABC)9:30 - 5:00 Harrison Hot Springs Trip (Sept 11)10:00 - 12:00 Chairpersons Meeting (Spruce) (Sept 4)10:45 - 11:45 Drop-in Yoga (Fir)11:00 - 12:00 Mild Fitness Drop-In - Toning (Douglas)11:15 - 12:15 SIRvivor BC: Prostate Cancer Exercise Program (Birch/Cedar) (Sept 18 & 25)12:30 - 1:25 Get Up & Go (Douglas) (Sept 18 & 25)12:30 - 1:30 Active Age 1 (Oak) (Sept 18 & 25)1:00 - 2:30 Choose to Move - Information Session (Oak) (Sept 11)1:00 - 2:30 Tai Chi Continuing (Fir) (Sept 18 & 25)1:00 - 3:00 Senior Gay Straight Alliance (Birch/Cedar) (Sept 11)1:00 - 3:30 Cribbage (Arbutus)1:00 - 3:30 Wednesday Crafts (Spruce)1:30 - 2:30 New Members Tour (Birch/Cedar) (Sept 4)1:30 - 3:30 Minds in Motion (Douglas) (Sept 18 & 25)1:30 - 3:30 Notable 90’s Group (Birch/Cedar) (Sept 18)1:45 - 2:45 Active Age 2 (Oak) (Sept 18 & 25)3:00 - 4:45 Choose to Move Motivational Meetings (Oak) (Sept 25)5:00 - 9:00 Oktoberfest Dinner (Douglas/Fir) (Sept 25)7:00 - 9:00 Unplugged (Fir) (Sept 4)

THURSDAY9:00 - 2:30 Computer Room Drop-in (Computer Lab) 9:00 - 2:30 Fitness Centre Drop-in (Fitness Centre) 9:00 - 12:00 Quilting (Spruce)9:00 - 2:30 Pickleball (Multipurpose Room)9:00 - 4:00 Vital Connections Counselling Program (by appointment)9:00 - 9:00 Snooker Drop-in (Maple)9:30 - 10:30 Fitness Centre Circuit (Fitness Centre) 9:30 - 10:30 Moderate Fitness Drop-in - Workout (Douglas/Fir)9:30 - 11:45 Mahjong (Birch/Cedar)

GO! GET! GIVE! Week At A Glance


GO! GET! GIVE! Week At A Glance9:30 - 12:00 Ukulele Drop-in (Oak)10:45 - 12:15 Women’s Wellness Circle - From Limited to Limitless (Birch/Cedar) (Sept 19)11:00 - 12:00 Fit Fellows (Fir) 11:00 - 12:00 Osteofit (Douglas) (Sept 12, 19 & 26)12:10 - 1:10 Better Balance (Fir) 12:15 - 1:15 Fitness Centre Circuit (Fitness Centre)12:30 - 4:00 Canasta (Arbutus)1:00 - 2:00 Literacy Month - Media Smart (Dining Room) (Sept 26)1:00 - 2:00 Meditation (Oak) (Sept 12, 19 & 26)1:00 - 3:00 Artists Drop-in (Spruce)1:00 - 3:00 Darts (Hemlock) 1:00 - 3:00 Drama (Douglas)1:00 - 3:30 Whist (Birch/Cedar)1:30 - 3:30 Beginner’s Cartooning (Fir) (Sept 26)2:00 - 4:00 Plaskett Gallery @ Massey Theatre Walk & Tour (Sept 19)2:30 - 4:00 Learning Garden Committee Meeting (Fir) (Sept 19)4:30 - 6:30 Ukulele Orchestra (Fir) (Sept 26)6:00 - 8:30 Bridge (Arbutus) (Sept 5)6:00 - 8:00 Smart Phone Help (Lobby) (Sept 12) 7:00 - 9:00 Secret Bad Guy game (Fir) (Sept 19)

FRIDAY9:00 Walking Club (see bulletin board for schedule)9:00 - 2:30 Computer Drop-in (Computer Lab) 9:00 - 2:30 Fitness Centre Drop-in (Fitness Centre)9:00 - 10:00 Conversational Spanish - Beginner (Arbutus) (no class last Friday/month)9:00 - 2:30 Badminton (Multipurpose)9:00 - 9:00 Snooker Drop-in (Maple)9:30 - 10:30 Moderate Fitness- Stretch & Strength (Douglas/Fir)10:00 - 11:30 Conversational Spanish - Intermediate (Arbutus)10:00 - 11:30 DIY Francais (Birch/Cedar) 10:00 - 11:30 StrumFun (Oak) (Sept 13, 20 & 27)10:00 - 12:00 Advanced Watercolour (Spruce) (Sept 13, 20 & 27)11:00 - 12:00 Mild Fitness Drop-In - Toning (Fir)12:30 - 1:25 Get Up & Go (Oak) (Sept 20 & 27)12:30 - 2:30 Intermediate Watercolour (Spruce) (Sept 13, 20 & 27)1:00 - 3:00 Scrabble (Arbutus)1:00 - 3:45 Bingo (Douglas/Fir)1:00 - 3:45 Bridge (Birch/Cedar)6:00 - 7:00 Hatha Yoga (Arbutus/Birch) (Sept 20 & 27)7:00 - 9:00 Birthday Party (Sept 20) (Fir)7:00 - 10:00 Texas Hold ‘em (Fir) (Sept 6 & 27)

SATURDAY9:00 - 2:30 Table Tennis (Multipurpose) (resumes Sept 7)9:00 - 4:00 Snooker

10:00 - 12:30 Chronic Conditions Self-Management Program (Oak)11:15 - 12:15 New Fitness Program (Arbutus) (Sept 21 & 28)11:15 - 12:45 Ukulele Intermediate (Birch/Cedar) (Sept 28)11:30 - 2:30 Massage Appointments Available (Willow) (Sept 7, 14, 21, 28)12:30 - 2:30 Exploring with Pencil Crayons - Beginners (Spruce) (Sept 28)1:00 - 3:45 Rummoli (Arbutus or Fir)1:00 - 2:30 Ukulele Advanced (Birch/Cedar) (Sept 28)2:45 - 3:45 Ukulele Beginners (Birch/Cedar) (Sept 28)

SUNDAY12:00 - 4:00 Snooker12:45 - 3:45 Sunday Dance (Douglas/Fir) (resumes Sept 8)

CONNECTIONS CAFÉ SEPTEMBER MENU

Monday, Sept. 2 CLOSED - LABOUR DAYTuesday, Sept. 3 Chicken Strips & SaladWednesday, Sept. 4 Chili & CornbreadThursday, Sept. 5 Chicken a la KingFriday, Sept. 6 Potato Crusted CodMonday, Sept. 9 Salisbury SteakTuesday, Sept. 10 Baked SalmonWednesday, Sept. 11 Ham & Scalloped PotatoesThursday, Sept. 12 Quiche & SaladFriday, Sept. 13 Roast ChickenMonday, Sept. 16 Liver & OnionsTuesday, Sept. 17 Vegetarian Lasagna & SaladWednesday, Sept. 18 Beef Quesadilla & SaladThursday, Sept. 19 Chicken Cordon BleuFriday, Sept. 20 Roast BeefMonday, Sept. 23 Herb Crusted CodTuesday, Sept. 24 Vegetarian ChiliWednesday, Sept. 25 Shepherd’s PieThursday, Sept. 26 Salmon Burger & ColeslawFriday, Sept. 27 Roast PorkMonday, Sept. 30 Chicken Stuffed with Apple & Brie Cheese served with Salad

Lunch is served weekdays, 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, with hot entrées for $6.25 or a selection of soups and sand-wiches (menu is subject to change). Take out entrees are available at 1:00 pm and snacks are available weekdays, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm - Summer Hours.

Salads are available on select days for purchase for $1.90, please ask at lunch counter.

To assist us in serving you we ask that requests for more than 3 take home baked items are pre-ordered. Please see kitchen staff.

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Bus TripsPlease note: Registration for all trips is available as soon as The Clarion is published.

All Century House bus trips depart from and return to Century House.

VANCOUVER AQUARIUM (Bonsor Mini Bus)October is a beautiful time of year for a drive through Stan-ley Park, and to make this drive even more special it will include a stop at the world famous Vancouver Aquarium, where you will have plenty of time to walk around and see all the sea creatures available there. Lunch will be at the White Spot restaurant at Park Royal. There should be time to browse through the shops at Park Royal before heading back to Century House. Lunch included.

Wednesday, 9:00 am - 4:00 pmOctober 9 Members: $65.00 (non-members: $78.00)

SENIOR CENTERS TOUR #1 (Bonsor Mini Bus)Have you ever wondered how the other half lives? Have you ever been curious about how other senior centers look and what goes on there? If so, we have just the trip for you with an outing to Richmond! Your first stop will be the fabulous new state of the art Minoru Cen-ter, where you will also enjoy lunch in their dining room. Following lunch you will make a couple more stops at other centers in Richmond before our return to Century House. Lunch included.

Tuesday, 9:45 am - 4:00 pmOctober 29 Members: $28.00 (non-members: $34.00)

If you have a suggestion for a trip destination, please leave it in the suggestion box,

located at the front desk.


CENTURY HOUSE DROP-IN FITNESS PROGRAMSCentury House • 620 Eighth Street • 604.519.1066

Fitness Drop-in Fees: $4.50 $36.00 for 10 classes All classes are co-ed.

Fitness

CENTURY HOUSE EXERCISE ROOMThe exercise room offers members a variety of easy to use exercise machines, cardiovascular equipment and free weights. Monday - Saturday, 9:00 am - 2:30 pmSunday, 12:00 - 3:30 pmDrop-in Fee: $4.50, $36.00 for a 10x pass

THE ABCS OF THE EXERCISE ROOM (50+ years)Learn how to use the exercise room at Century House prop-erly. Enjoy this small class (2 participants per in¬structor) and Myken will ensure you have a fitness practice plan by the end of the program.Tuesday, 12:00 - 1:00 pm (Myken Brooks)September 10 & 17Registration Fee: $70.00 26765

EXERCISE ROOM CIRCUIT (50+ years)Join a fun and energetic circuit training group in our fantas-tic exercise room! You will enjoy instructed and supervised workouts that include the use of cardio, weight equipment, free weights, stability balls, bosu and balance to achieve a full body workout. The great thing about a circuit training is your ability to work at your own pace and effort. Thursday, 12:15 - 1:15 pm (Myken Brooks)September 5 - 26 26761October 3 - 24 26762Registration Fee: $44.25

REGULAR FITNESS SCHEDULEPerfect Mind Software brings changes to Parks & Recre-ation. Century House will have a phased-in approach to implementing the new system; we are not adopting the de-partment’s Active Pass right away. We will continue to use our new drop-in and 10-pass fitness rates.

TIME MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY

9:00 am - 2:30 pm Exercise Room Exercise Room Exercise Room Exercise Room Exercise Room Exercise Room

9:30 - 10:30 am Workout Stretch & Strength Workout Workout Stretch & Strength

10:45 - 11:45 am Drop-in Yoga Drop-in Yoga Drop-in Yoga

11:00 am - 12:00 pm Light Exercise Toning Toning

12:00 - 3:30 pm Exercise Room

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