Killarney Community Centre

GREYPOWER GAZETTEPublished by the Killarney Community Centre Seniors Association

Spring 2011

KILLARNEY COMMUNITY CENTRERecreation Centre, Pool, & Rink 6260 Killarney Street, Vancouver, BC, V5S 2X7

Website: www.killarneycentre.ca Phone: 604-718-8200 Fax: 604-718-8219

What’s New!...“A Word From The Seniors Programmer”

To our valued Seniors,

Hello Everyone! My name is Michelle Stebnicki and I’m the new Seniors Programmer at Killarney Community Centre filling in for Ashley Beattie, who is on Maternity Leave once again. I have been working in the Parks & Recreation sector for over 20 years and have enjoyed every aspect of it. My pas-sion is health and wellness and I’m looking forward to bring-ing many new programming opportunities to you.

If you’re interested in your community and would like to be more involved, consider joining the Killarney Community Centre Senior Association Board. We meet the 2nd Tuesday of every month. If you would like more information please contact me at 604-718-8208 or email me at [email protected].

Please note the new registration policy that effects ONLY the first “Registration Day” of each season: Members may reg-ister a maximum of two people per program. For example, if a participant is registering themselves for badminton they can register one other individual. Members may register a

maximum of two people if they are not registering them-selves.

If you get a chance, please stop by my office and say hello, I would love to meet each of you!

Sincerely,Michelle Stebnicki, Programmer

604-718-8208

Walking ClubCome and enjoy walks in some of the lower mainland’s most scenic areas. All walks will take place at various sites in the lower mainland and will be guided by Simon Yan.Apr 12 - Jun 28 Tue 9:00am-12:30pmApr 7, May 26, & Jun 2 Thu 9:00am-12:30pmNo Session May 24 & 31. $78.00/13 sessionsMember Drop-in: $7.25/1 session Non Member Drop-in: $7.75/1 sessionDrop-ins available space permitting

Check Out Our Feature “Senior’s Health”: Page 15

Greypower Gazette: Killarney Seniors Association

2 Phone: 604-718-8200 www.killarneycentre.ca

Killarney Community Centre Seniors Association

The Killarney Community Centre Seniors Association (KCCSA) is an officially registered BC Society. Its purpose is to develop, promote and provide programs, activities, services and community special events for older adults at Killarney Community Centre in conjunction with the Killarney Community Centre Society and the Vancouver Park Board. The Board of Directors meet the second Tuesday of the month (except summer months). Anyone who is a Seniors Association member is welcome to attend as a guest.

Board of Directors for 2010-2011President John Pawluk Vice-President Art Lum Treasurer-Secretary Alma PaskerChinese Seniors Rep. Henry LeungBallroom Dance Rep. Sue ChowLuk Tung Kuen Rep. Him Wing ChanHappy Gang Bingo Rep. Bessie TratchSocial Bridge Club Rep. Elsie JensenEverygreen Tai Chi Rep. Margaret Lum

Directors at Large: Alma Battersby, Kathy Horvath, Jennie Lowe, Kee Mar, Fern Ramage, Angela Yeung

Membership InformationA valid Killarney Community Centre Society membership is required to participate in any programs or services offered by Killarney Community Centre and the Seniors Association. Anyone 55 years of age and over who has a valid member-ship is a member of the KCCSA which means you have voting rights at our Annual General Meeting.

Membership Fees: Seniors (65 yrs+) $3.00, Adults (19-64 yrs+) $4.00

Front Of f ice Hours The front office schedule is in effect April 4 – June 30, 2011 and is subject to change without notice. We are open from 1:00-5:00pm on Statutory Holidays. Holiday hours will be in effect on Apr 22, Apr 25, & May 23.

Monday to Thursday 8:45am - 9:30pmFriday 8:45am - 8:00pmSaturday & Sunday 8:45am - 5:00pm

Other Facilities & Services at Killarney Community Centre

The KCCSA Greypower Gazette newsletter highlights only some of the facilities and services offered at Killarney Community Centre for Seniors. Here’s a list of what else can be found at Killarney Community Centre:

• A full Fitness Centre with cardio machines, weights and fitness attendants to help with personal fitness plans or general fitness questions.• An Ice Rink for your skating needs• A Leisure Swimming Pool that has been retrofitted and is now new and better than ever!• A public Computer Lab that offers drop-in times and instructional courses as well as seniors only time.• Adult Courses such as Instructional Yoga, Pilates, and Belly Dancing

For detailed information on what programs and services are available at Killarney Community Centre, please pick up a copy of the Winter 2011 Killarney Community Centre Program Guide at the centre.

Registration Guidelines for SeniorsBus Trips and Special Events

• Registration MUST be done in person. Phone registration is only accepted if authorized by the Seniors Programmer. All registration is on-going until the programs or bus trips are FULL.• Bus trips and special events are subsidized by the Killarney Seniors Association, and age verification is mandatory. Please have ID ready when registering.• Availability in most bus trips and special events is limited so you may only register for yourself and one other person.• Persons under 55 years cannot register for a bus trip until two weeks prior to the actual date of the trip. Prices for people under 55 years are NOT subsidized.• If the program you want is full, please remember to put your name on the WAITING LIST. If someone cancels, you will be called and asked to register. On occasion, we do open new programs and bus trips if the waiting list shows sufficient demand.• If you are unable to attend a bus trip, please request a refund 5 days before the start date so that we can sell your spot to another person. With less than 5 days notice, participants will not receive a refund unless a medical note is presented to KCC Front Desk.• Boarding of the bus will commence at the front of the Community Centre.• All bus trips are subject to change or cancellation. Some trips are weather dependent.

Registration guidelines and procedures differ for regular community centre programs. Please see the full Killarney Community Centre Program Guide for other procedures.


3Phone: 604-718-8200 www.killarneycentre.ca

Services offered through ourAff iliated Groups & Clubs

The below Seniors Clubs and Groups are affiliated with the KCCSA but operate independently. Their activities and servic-es are targeted towards improving the quality of life for the seniors in our community. All groups meet on an on-going basis and all group members MUST have a KCCSA member-ship. Some additional fees and membership charges may apply for some groups. Each group plans their own special events: potlucks, celebrations, bus trips and more. Every Group sends a representative to sit on the KCCSA Board of Directors.

For the meeting schedules of each group, please see the WEEKLY SENIORS PROGRAMS SCHEDULE on page 6 & 7

Killarney Chinese Seniors GroupThe goal of this group is to enrich the lifestyle of Chinese Seniors through social activities, community integration and understanding. Sessions are in Cantonese. Apr 27, May 25 & Jun 29 sessions in Room 211.Tue 10:30am to 12:30pm

Killarney Luk Tung Kuen Association Luk Tung Kuen is a set of health exercises which consist of 36 forms. Our group is dedicated to healthy lifestyles through physical fitness and social activities. No sessions Apr 21, 22, 25, May 21 & 23Mon-Fri 6:30am to 8:30am; Sat, Sun 7:30 to 8:45am

Stroke Recovery & Prevention ClubThis is a therapeutic recreation program designed to help people recovering from a stroke. Instructor: Stroke Association of BC Tue 9:30-12:30pm

Killarney Seniors Ballroom Dance GroupThis group aims to improve dance skills for seniors while em-phasizing health and social well-being. Lessons on Sundays for group members. No session Apr 20-25 & May 23Mon-Fri 6:30am - 8:30am; Sat & Sun 7:30am-8:45am

Evergreen Tai Chi ClubMeet every morning for exercise and to promote the practice of Tai Chi as a part of daily living to improve health. Mon, Wed, Fri 6:30am to 8:45am - Master ChenTue, Thu 6:30am to 8:45am - Art Lum$15.00/1 day/3 months * Registration Required (maximum 2 days per week)

Seniors Social Bridge ClubCome out and enjoy an afternoon of bridge; the emphasis is on fun! Tea is sometimes provided. Prior knowledge of Bridge is required. Thu 1:00 to 4:00pm

Happy Gang Bingo GroupThis group of seniors meet to play bingo. Bingo cards are 25 cents each. All proceeds from card sales are divided and paid out to game winners. Bring your own snacks for the break. Meet new friends and have fun!Tue 1:00 to 3:30pm

Seniors ColumnSubmitted by Alma Battersby

Do you really think Spring is here? So far we have seen little to convince us. Don’t be down hearted… I do see the shoots trying to pop and the shivering blooms daring to break open. When Spring arrives we can enjoy all its glory. Where was the snow when we really needed it for the Olympics? C’est la vie.

March is the time for the Irish to boast their pride. St. Patrick must have had an Irish Setter for a pet.What does green really mean?

1. He’s green as grass. 2. She looked green around the gills.3. Don’t eat green apples. 4. The green-eyed monster has got you. (Jealous, inexperienced, sickly, unripe)

SOME EASY THINGS TO COOK AND ENJOYIRISH STEW JUST FOR TWO

This works best in a slow cooker… Brown chunks of beef or lamb or pork… Quarter two red skinned potatoes… 1 cup of carrots… 1 cup of chopped cabbage… any spices you like... 1.5 cups of liquid… Cook as long as you like… It’s even better the next day. Soon the men who are fishermen will be polishing their gear awaiting warm weather. They chant: GIVE ME THE GRACE - TO CATCH A FISH SO BIG - THAT - EVEN I WHEN TALKING ABOUT IT AFTERWARDS - I WOULD NEVER NEED TO LIE.

What rabbit was in “Bambi”? Who was Cottontail’s naughty brother? Who lost a race by sleeping? Who was always late for a very important date? What year is this in the Chinese Zodiac?

ALL THE ANSWERS ARE RABBITS… Did you notice that the Easter Rabbit is actually a hare?

When spring comes you will forget the miserable winter we have had…

ENJOY THE SPRING !!!



小組及社區服務小組及社區服務小組及社區服務小組及社區服務

The City of Vancouver has contributed funding to this project. 本計畫獲得溫哥華市政府資助本計畫獲得溫哥華市政府資助本計畫獲得溫哥華市政府資助本計畫獲得溫哥華市政府資助

S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Killarney Mandarin Seniors Group 中僑奇蘭尼國語耆英會中僑奇蘭尼國語耆英會中僑奇蘭尼國語耆英會中僑奇蘭尼國語耆英會

2011 April to June Program Schedule 二零一一年二零一一年二零一一年二零一一年四四四四月至月至月至月至六六六六月份活動表月份活動表月份活動表月份活動表

April 1 社區活動社區活動社區活動社區活動，，，，休會一周休會一周休會一周休會一周 No activities 四四四四月月月月 8 排排舞練習班排排舞練習班排排舞練習班排排舞練習班 Line-dancing Class 15 慢性慢性慢性慢性疾病疾病疾病疾病講座講座講座講座 1 Chronic Disease Workshop 1

22 耶穌受難日休會一周耶穌受難日休會一周耶穌受難日休會一周耶穌受難日休會一周 Good Friday, no activities 29 慢性慢性慢性慢性疾病疾病疾病疾病講座講座講座講座 2 Chronic Disease Workshop 2

May 6 慢性慢性慢性慢性疾病疾病疾病疾病講座講座講座講座 3 Chronic Disease Workshop 3 五五五五月月月月 13 慢性慢性慢性慢性疾病疾病疾病疾病講座講座講座講座 4 Chronic Disease Workshop 4 20 慢性慢性慢性慢性疾病疾病疾病疾病講座講座講座講座 5 Chronic Disease Workshop 5

27 慢性慢性慢性慢性疾病疾病疾病疾病講座講座講座講座 6 Chronic Disease Workshop 6

June 3 長者保健操長者保健操長者保健操長者保健操 Fitness Exercise 六六六六月月月月 10 電影播放電影播放電影播放電影播放 Movie Time

17 排排舞練習班排排舞練習班排排舞練習班排排舞練習班 Line-dancing Class 24 眼睛保健眼睛保健眼睛保健眼睛保健講座講座講座講座 Eye Care Workshop Remarks 備註：

1. Activities will always start with an hour long English class. 每週活動第一個小時為英文學習班.

2. Program may be changed without notice. 節目如有更改，恕不另行通知。

Time： Every Tuesday morning from 9:00am to 11:00am 時間逢星期五上午九時至十一時 Location： Killarney Community Centre， Room 201 (6260 Killarney Street) 地點: 奇蘭尼社區中心 201室 (臨近東 49街) Enquiry： Please call Danny Li at 604-408-7274 Ext. 1083 查詢請致電 604-408-7274內線 1083 與李丹卉小姐聯絡



小組及社區服務小組及社區服務小組及社區服務小組及社區服務

The City of Vancouver has contributed funding to this project. 本計畫獲得溫哥華市政府資助本計畫獲得溫哥華市政府資助本計畫獲得溫哥華市政府資助本計畫獲得溫哥華市政府資助

中僑奇蘭尼國語耆英會中僑奇蘭尼國語耆英會中僑奇蘭尼國語耆英會中僑奇蘭尼國語耆英會報名須知報名須知報名須知報名須知

1. 歡迎 50歲或以上、說國語/普通話、居住於溫哥華、並有興趣認識新朋友、

瞭解社區資源及參與社區的長者參加。

2. 凡欲加入本會，須出示奇蘭尼社區中心有效會員證，並向中僑職員辦理加入

耆英會手續。會員費一經繳付後，恕不退款。

3. 參加者須填寫登記表，並提供姓名、出生日期、居住地址和緊急聯絡人名字

及電話號碼。

4. 會員須每年辦理中僑奇蘭尼國語耆英會及奇蘭尼社區中心會續期，即使放棄

亦將無法退費。

5. 除免費資訊講座外，參加者需支付活動費、影印及材料費，每季加幣 $2。

所有費用一經繳付後，恕不退款。

6. 基於消防安全條例，活動房間祇能容納最多三十人。

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Time 時間時間時間時間：：：： Every Friday mornings from 9 am to 10:50 am

逢星期五上午九時至十一時逢星期五上午九時至十一時逢星期五上午九時至十一時逢星期五上午九時至十一時 Location地點地點地點地點：：：： Room 201, Killarney Community Centre

奇蘭尼社區中心奇蘭尼社區中心奇蘭尼社區中心奇蘭尼社區中心( 201室室室室) (6260 Killarney Street夾東夾東夾東夾東 49街街街街)

Enquiry 查詢查詢查詢查詢：：：： Please call Danny Li at 604-408-7274 Ext. 1083 請致電請致電請致電請致電 604-408-7274內線內線內線內線 1083 與李丹卉小姐聯絡與李丹卉小姐聯絡與李丹卉小姐聯絡與李丹卉小姐聯絡 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Greypower Gazette: Weekly Seniors Program Calendar

MONDAY

Luk Tung Kuen Association 6:30-8:30am

Ballroom Dance 6:30-8:30am

Evergreen Tai Chi 6:30-8:45am

Line Dancing 9:00-12:00pm$30.40/10 visits card, $4.25/member hr. drop-in

Seniors Billiards 9:00-1:00pm

Mandarin/Cantonese Choir 10:00-11:30am

Computer Lab Drop-in 10:00-12:00pm

Convivial Gathering 1:15-3:15pmFees: $3.00/member hr. drop-in OR $6.95/6 visits card

Beginner/Intermediate Badminton 2:45-4:15pmFee: $43.35/ 11 classes

Badminton Court Rentals 8:30-9:30pmFees: $10.70/hour/court

TUESDAY


Ballroom Dance Group 6:30-8:30am

Evergreen Tai Chi Club 6:30-8:45am

Beginner/Intermediate Badminton 11:00-12:30amFees: $51.25/13 classes

Stroke Recovery Club 9:30-12:30pm

Chinese Seniors Group 10:30-12:30pm


Happy Gang Bingo 1:00-3:30pm

TUESDAY (CONT’D)

Yuan Ji Dance 1:45-3:45pmFees: $17.30 for 3 months (Apr-Jun)

Social Dancing 2:00-4:00pmFees: $3.00/drop-in or $11.75/10 visit card

WEDNESDAY




Intermediate Badminton 9:00-12:30pmFees: $24.25/13 classes

Yuan Ji Dance 1:00-3:00pmFees: $17.30 for 3 months (Apr-Jun)

Karaoke Club 1:15-4:30pmFees: $3.00/drop-in or $13.50/10 visit card

Table Tennis Drop-in 7:00-10:00pmFees: $3.50 drop-in OR $27.20/10 visits card

Computer courses: All participants Under 55yrs cannot register until two weeks prior to the course start date. All courses are taught in English. For more detailed information on courses, please refer to the centre bro-chure, page 29.

Basics Computer Class 9:30-11:30am(Apr 13-May 18)Fees: $36.30/55yrs+/6 classes

Intro to E-mail & Internet 12:00-1:00pm(Apr 13-May 18) Fees: $18.15/55yrs+/6 classes(May 25-Jun 29)Fees: $18.15/55yrs+/6 classes

Programs Are Free Unless Otherwise Noted Refer To The Spring Recreation Guide For Dates & Details

On All The Above Programs!


Greypower Gazette: Weekly Seniors Program Calendar

WEDNESDAY (CONT’D)

Digital Photography for Beginners 1:30-3:30pm(Apr 13-May 18)Fees: $36.30/55yrs+/6 classes (May 25-Jun 29)Fees: $36.30/55yrs+/6 classes

Intermediate Course 9:30-11:30am(May 25-Jun 29)Fees: $36.30/55yrs+/6 classes

THURSDAY




Beginner/Intermediate Badminton 9:00-10:30amFees: $51.25/13 classes


Social Bridge Club 1:00-4:00pm

International Ballroom Dancing 11:00-12:15pmFees $24.00/6 classes, $5.25/drop-in, space permitting



FRIDAY




FRIDAY (CONT’D)

Mandarin Speaking Seniors Group 9:00-11:00am

Seniors Billiards 9:00-1:00pm

Friday Art Club 9:00-1:00pm

Practice Tai Chi Drop-in 10:45-1:10pmFees: $3.00/drop-in

Intermediate Badminton 11:00-2:00pmFees: $18.70/10 classes


SATURDAY




SUNDAY




Computer Lab Drop-in& Seniors Only Billiards

FREE!


Greypower Gazette: Workshops

Intro to Ref lexologyReflexology has been known to improve on overall health and wellness. During this workshop you will be introduced to the history and the fundamental con-cepts of how the human body relates to your feet by a registered Reflexologist . This is a fun, interactive, and practical hands on introduction to Reflexology.Room 203/202 - Adam ThomasApr 16–Apr 23 Sat 9:00-11:00am $40/2 classes

Debt Elimination & FinancialFreedom

Learn effective strategies to reduce and eliminate debt; pay your mortgage off sooner; save thousands of dollars in interest; learn how to get more for less, and other fun and simple ways to save money, reduce taxes, and reduce debt. Get empowered! Make informed decisions with respect to your money. Discover your debt freedom date and your fi-nancial independence figure. Retire with the dignity you deserve! Registration for this program is free with KCCS membership.Room 202 – Alice Garrod, MBA HonMay 9 Mon 7:15pm-10:00pm FREE


Introduction to: Emergency Social Services Who takes care of people affected by disaster?

The Emergency Social Services (ESS) team!Are you interested in getting involved? There are no special skills required, just the desire to help others in the aftermath of a disaster. This Workshop will help in-form you as to what Basic Emergency Social Services are available, how the City of Vancouver emergency system responds, what our Vancouver Community Based ESS Programs are, and how interested members of the public can get involved. The ESS workshops are free and are designed with Adults and Seniors in mind. Pre-registration is required. Please go to www.vancouver.ca/ess or call 604-871-6377 for more information.

Essentials of Designing, Implementing & Structuring a Boot Camp Class:

2 BCPRA creditsBoot Camp classes are all the rage and with more and more participants joining the ranks, it’s important for instructors and personal trainers to know how to de-sign, implement and structure an appropriate class for all levels of fitness. This workshop will teach you how to build a base training program, how to monitor and assess progress and regress, and most importantly, keep your participants or clients safe from injury. Brush up on your anatomy and biomechanics because to run a successful bootcamp class you are going to need it. This workshop will be taught by Donna Hutchinson, the owner of On The Edge Fitness Educators Inc. which is Canada’s only private school for personal trainers. She is also the author of the How To Guide to Starting Your Own Personal Training Business.Room 205 - Donna HutchinsonApr 2 Sat 10:30-12:30pm $62.75Participants will receive a certificate upon successful completion.

Greypower Gazette: Bus Trips & Special Events

Senior’s Bus Trips + Special EventsRegistration for Seniors Bus Trips & Special Events begins

Wednesday, March 23 at 9:30am for 55 yrs +Numbered pre-registration forms are REQUIRED

and will be given out starting at 8:30am at the front desk.Note: Registration for all Senior’s Programs except Bus Trips &

Special Events begins Sunday, March 20 at 9:00am

Registration Guidelines & Procedures• Participants must complete and sign a waiver of liability form• Registration MUST be done in person. Phone registration will only be accepted if authorized by the Seniors Programmer. All registration is ongoing until the programs are FULL.• Bus trips and special events are subsidized by the Killarney Seniors Association, and age verification is mandatory. Please have your ID ready when registering.• Space on most bus trips and at special events is limited, so please register early for yourself and one other person.• Persons under 55 years of age cannot register for a bus trip until two weeks prior to the actual date of the trip.• Prices for people under 55 years are NOT subsidized.• If the program you want is full, please remember to put your name on the WAITING LIST. If someone cancels, you will be called and asked to register. On occasion, we do open new programs and bus trips if there is sufficient demand.• If unable to attend a bus trip, please request your refund 5 days before the trip so that we can fill your spot. With less than 5 days notice, participants will not receive a refund unless a medical note is presented to KCC Front Desk.

A couple of things to know about bus trips!The benefit of community bus trips is that you don’t have to drive, you don’t have to pay for parking, group discounts on admission costs and friends to enjoy the day with! All bus trips, unless otherwise specified, are taken on the Killarney Centre’s 24-seater bus. For all bus trips, please arrive 15 minutes early. The time shown in the program description is the time that the bus will leave Killarney Centre. Please meet at the existing front entrance at time of departure. Lunch is not provided on any bus trips unless specified in the program description.All bus trips load in the order of registration.All bus trips are subject to change or cancellation.

Some trips are weather dependent..

APRIL

Bradner Flower & Garden ShowThe Bradner Community Club invites you to come and celebrate the 83rd Anniversary of the Bradner Flower & Garden Show. Come and see the hundreds of varieties of beautiful daffodils that will be on display. The flower show is in the Bradner Hall, located in Abbotsford, B.C. The show also features a tearoom, plant sales, souvenir sales and other garden related exhibits. Lunch not included.Apr 9 Sat 9:00am-2:30pm $10/55yrs+, $15/Under 55yrs Fraser Valley Tulip Festival, Harrison Mills & Harrison Hot SpringsCome and spend the day exploring one of the most fascinat-ing historic sites in BC; the Kilby Historic Site which is located on the shores of Harrison Mills. This trip will take you back in time to life in BC during the 1920’s. The site consists of a general store (circa 1906), a post office, a hotel and remnants of the once working mill town. We will be having lunch at thesite; cost included. After our visit to the Kilby Historic Site, we will head to the “Tulips of the Valley” site. There you will en-joy 40 acres of blooms, representing 20 different varieties oftulips! Our last destination will be Harrison Hot Springs where you will have time to stroll the boardwalk. Trip guided by Simon Yan.Apr 20 Wed 9:00am-6:00pm $40/55yrs+, $50/under 55yrs

Afternoon Lunch Gatherings Food from Around the WorldInterested in meeting new friends, socializing with old ones and exploring foods from other cultures? Register and come out to the “Afternoon Lunch Gatherings.”Room 203Jan 26 Wed 12:00pm-1:30pm Bulgarian Feb 23 Wed 12:00pm-1:30pm Israeli Mar 23 Wed 12:00pm-1:30pm English $5/55 yrs+. For Seniors 55 yrs + Only.




MAY

Britannia Mines, Westcoast Railway Heritage Park & Shannon FallsOn this trip we will be visiting the newly renovat-ed Britannia Mines. Dozens of clever exhibits, films, displays and handson activities have been added. We will also have an underground guided tour of the mine. Please note that there are 65 steps to the underground portion, and the tour portion is not wheelchair accessible. After the mines, we will visit Squamish, and the group will go for lunch. Our next stop will be the Westcoast Railway Heritage Park. We will explore the largest collection of railway rolling stock and artifacts outside of Quebec. To end our trip we will visit Shannon Falls, which rises 335 meters above Highway 99. The Falls are are the third high-est falls in the province. Lunch is not included in fee. Trip guided by Simon Yan.May 4 Wed 8:00am-5:45pm$44/55yrs+, $55/under 55yrs

Metro Vancouver Wine TourSpend the day discovering some prominent wineries in Metro Vancouver. The list includes: Pacific Breeze, River’s Bend, Township 7 and the Domaine de Chaber-ton wineries. A tasting will be available at each win-ery. In addition, Pacific Breeze winery will provide a guided tour of the winemaking process, and the Do-maine de Chaberton winery, a tour of the vineyard. Lunch (included in cost) at the Old Spaghetti Factory will be at mid tour. Trip guided by Simon Yan.May 19 Thu 10:30am-6:30pm$48/55yrs+, $60/under 55yrs

Tour from Nanaimo to Port AlberniDiscover the scenic trail from Nanaimo to Port Al-berni. We will take the ferry to Nanaimo. From there we will be stopping at Rathtrevor Beach (Provincial Park), Coombs Country Market (home to many heri-tage buildings), Cathedral Grove (preserved stands of old growth Douglas Firs), and Port Alberni to visit the Mclean Mill, National Historic Site. We will be having lunch at the Mclean Mill, included in the price. Trip guided by Simon Yan.May 30 Mon 7 : 15am-7: 45pm$51/65yrs+, $64 /55yrs+, $77/under 55yrsParticipants 65 yrs+ must bring their BC Gold Card to show at the toll booth of the ferry. Those who do not bring a card will have to pay an additional $13.75 each way.

JUNE

Tour from Nanaimo to VictoriaAs we head south from Nanaimo we wil l be visit-ing Yel low Point (interesting sandstone rock out-croppings), Cassidy (Nanaimo Salmon Hatchery), Ladysmith (one of the most pictur esque vi l lages in Canada), Chemainus (Canada’s largest permanent outdoor gal lery with 32 murals) , and Duncan (City of Totems). The Malahat drive wil l provide out-standing views and a stop at the peak viewpoint, a chance for photos. We end in Victoria where you wil l have a chance to explore our capital . Trip guid-ed by Simon Yan.Jun 6 Mon 7 : 15am-7: 30pm$39/55 yrs+, $50/55yrs+, $62/under 55yrParticipants 65 yrs+ must bring their BC Gold Card to show at the toll booth of the ferry. Those who do not bring a card will have to pay an additional $13.75 each way.

7th Annual Chinese

New YearThe Killarney CC SeniorAssociation is hosting its

7th Annual Chinese New YearCelebration. There will be lots

of entertainment and a full meal.

Full Gym

Feb 12 Sat 11:00am-2:00pm$8.00/55 yrs+, $11.75/under 55 yrs

Ticket holders must be 18yrs+

Indoor Flea MarketThis “Community Garage Sale” is held in our gymnasium and

we have over 65 tables availablefor sale. We provide you thespace and the advertising.

For more vendor information,please visit our front desk ordownload an information flyer

from our website. Admission onthe day of the event is FREE.

Feb 26 Sat 10:00pm-3:00pmMembers: $17.50/table, Non-Member: $20.00/table



Empress Hotel Tour, Fort Rodd Hill & LighthouseEnjoy the architecture and history of the world famous Empress Hotel. You will discover how the hotel was built, information about the architect and its eventfulhistory as a world renowned landmark. After the tour we will be visit Fort Rodd Hill, a National Historic Site and Lighthouse. Once a Coast Artillery Fort, the site was built in the late 1890’s to defend Victoria and the old Esquimalt Naval Base. The Fort includes three gun batteries, underground magazines, command posts, guardhouses, barracks and searchlight emplacements. The Fisgard Lighthouse, first lighthouse on Canada’s west coast, is also on the site and available for viewing.Trip guided by Simon Yan.Jun 29 Wed 7:00am-7:30pm $51/65yrs+, $64/55yrs+, $77/under 55yrsParticipants 65 yrs+ must bring their BC Gold Card to show at the toll booth of the ferry. Those who do not bring a card will have to pay an additional $13.75 each way.

Keep your eyes open for a list of Seniors Week activities to be posted around the centre and on the Killarney Community Centre website: www.killarneycentre.ca

Seniors WeekJune 6-12

S e n i o r s St r aw b e r ry Te a Celebrate Seniors Week by attending the Strawber-ry Tea at Killarney Community Centre. Participants will enjoy fresh strawberry shortcake and tea along with lively entertainment.Ro o m 2 0 3 & 2 0 5Jun 6 Mon 1:00-3:00pm $4/per ticketTickets are available at Killarney Community Centre and South Vancouver Neighbourhood House. This event is for 55yrs+ only.

9 t h A n n ua l Te a by t h e S e a Da n c eThis Seniors Week Dance is at the Roundhouse CC. This one include bus ride to the Roundhouse CC and back to Killarney CC. If you are going by yourself, please buy the tickets through the Roundhouse CC 604-713-1800. Jun 10 Fri 12:15-4:30pm $11/per ticketThis event is for 55yrs+ only.

May 21 Sat 10:00am-3:00pmMembers $17.50/table, Non-Members: $20.00/table

April 2011 Nam id velit non risus consequat iaculis.

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

1 2

Boot Camp Class 10:30-12:30pm

3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Bradner Flower & Garden Show 9:00-2:30pm

10 11 12 13 14 15 16

Intro to Reflexology 9:00-11:00am

17 18 19 20 21 22 23

Fraser Valley Tulip Festival, Harrison 9:00-6:00pm

Intro to Reflexology 9:00-11:00am

24 25 26 27 28 29 30

Afternoon Lunch Gathering (Bulgarian) 12:00-1:30pm


Greypower Gazette: April 2011 Bus Trips/Special Events

May 2011 Nam id velit non risus consequat iaculis.


1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Britannia Mines 8:00-5:45pm

8 9 10 11 12 13 14

Debt Elimination & Financial Freedom 7:15-10:00pm

15 16 17 18 19 20 21

Metro Vancouver Wine Tour 10:30-6:30pm

Indoor Flea Market 10:00-3:00pm

22 23 24 25 26 27 28

Afternoon Lunch Gathering (Israeli) 12:00-1:30pm

29 30 31

Tour from Nanaimo to Port Alberni 7:15-7:45pm


Greypower Gazette: May 2011 Bus Trips/Special Events

June 2011 Nam id velit non risus consequat iaculis.


1 2 3 4

5 6 7 8 9 10 11

* Mon Jun 6 Tour from Nanaimo to Victoria 7:15-7:30pm

Strawberry Tea Dance 7:15-10:00pm

Tea by the Sea Dance 12:15-4:30pm

12 13 14 15 16 17 18

19 20 21 22 23 24 25

26 27 28 29 30

Empress Hotel Tour 7:00-7:30pm

* Wed Jun 29 Afternoon Lunch Gathering (English) 12:00-1:30pm


Greypower Gazette: June 2011 Bus Trips/Special Events

Seniors Week June 6-12

Aging And Your Eyes

Are you holding the newspaper farther away from your eyes than you used to? Join the crowd—age can bring changes that affect your eyesight. Some changes are more serious than others, but for many problems, there are things you can do to protect your vision. The key is to have regular eye exams so you can spot problems early.Steps to Protect Your Eyesight

Have your eyes checked regularly by an eye care professional—either an ophthalmologist or optometrist. Peo-ple over age 65 should have yearly eye exams. During this exam, the eye care professional should put drops in your eyes that will widen (dilate) your pupils so that he or she can look at your inner eye. This is the only way to see some common eye diseases that have no early signs or symptoms. If you wear glasses, your prescription should be checked too.

See your doctor regularly to check for diseases like diabetes and high blood pressure. These diseases can cause eye problems if not treated.

See an eye care professional right away if you:

* Suddenly cannot see or everything looks dim * See flashes of light * Have eye pain * Experience double vision * Have redness or swelling of your eye or eyelid

Protect your eyes from too much sunlight by wearing sunglasses that block ultraviolet (UV) radiation and a hat with a wide brim when you are outside.Common Eye Problems

The following common eye problems can be easily treated. But, sometimes they can be signs of more serious issues.

Presbyopia (prez-bee-OH-pee-uh) is a slow loss of ability to see close objects or small print. It is normal to have this as you get older. People with presbyopia often have headaches or strained, tired eyes. Reading glasses usually fix the problem.

Floaters are tiny specks or “cobwebs” that seem to float across your vision. You might see them in well-lit rooms or outdoors on a bright day. Floaters can be a normal part of aging. But sometimes they are a sign of a more serious eye problem such as retinal detachment. If you see many new floaters and/or flashes of light, see your eye care professional right away. This is a medical emergency.

Tearing (or having too many tears) can come from being sensitive to light, wind, or temperature changes or having dry eyes. Wearing sunglasses may help, as might trying eye drops. Sometimes tearing is a sign of a more serious eye problem, like an infection or a blocked tear duct. Your eye care professional can treat these problems.

Eyelid problems can come from different diseases or conditions. Common eyelid problems include red and swollen eyelids, itching, tearing, and crusting of eyelashes during sleep. These problems may be caused by a condition called blepharitis (ble-fa-RI-tis) and treated with warm compresses and gentle eyelid scrubs.


Greypower Gazette: “Senior’s Health”

Referenced from: http://www.nia.nih.gov/HealthInformation/Publications/eyes.htm

Greypower Gazette: Quick Reference Phone List


The South Vancouver Seniors Council and the Se-niors Peer Support Program at South Vancouver Neighbourhood House have developed this Quick Reference of telephone numbers for seniors living in the community of South Vancouver

EMERGENCIES

Police, Fire, Ambulance 911Power Outage 1-888-769-3766Gas Leaks & Odours 1-800-663-9911Telephone Repair Line 611Crisis Line 24 Hours 604-872-3311

TRANSPORTATION

Bus Route Information 604-953-3333Annual Bus Pass 604-682-0391Handi Dart Information 604-430-2742Handi Dart Cancellation 604-430-2892Taxi Saver Program 604-453-4634Ferry Information 604-223-3779

HOUSING INFORMATION

Seniors Housing Info Program 604-520-6621Home Owners Grant 1-250-387-4083BC Housing 604-609-7024Shelter Aid for Elderly Renters 604-433-2218

GOVERNMENT OFFICES

Ambulance Billing 1-800-665-7191Vancouver City Hall 604-873-7011Consumer Protection 1-888-564-9963Government of Canada 1-800-622-6232Income Security 1-800-277-9914Land Tax Deferment 1-250-387-0540Medical Services Plan 1-250-386-7171Ombudsman 1-800-567-3247Public Trustee of BC 604-775-0202Revenue Canada 1-800-959-8281Seniors Supplement 604-682-0391Police Non-Emergency 604-717-3221

HEALTH SERVICES

Canadian Red Cross 604-709-6600Dial a Dietician 604-732-9191Equipment Registry 604-324-3670Family Respite Centre 604-327-9525Lifeline Program 604-872-5433BC Health Services Info Line 1-800-465-4911Holy Family Hospital 604-321-2661Mental Health Services 604-266-6124Pharmacare Inquiries 604-682-6849South Community Health Office 604-321-6151

INFORMATION AND SUPPORT

Arthritis Society 604-871-4537Alzheimer Society 604-279-7120BC Bereavement 604-738-9950BC Coalition to Eliminate Abuse 1-866-437-1940Better Business Bureau 604-682-2711Caregiver Support 604-877-4699Crime Prevention Office 604-717-2940Diabetes Society 604-732-8444Human Rights Centre 604-656-2130Legal Services Society 604-601-6300Osteoporosis Society 604-731-4997Parkinsons Society of BC 604-662-3240

COMMUNITY PROGRAMS & SERVICES

Killarney Community Centre 604-718-8200Champlain Heights CC 604-718-6575Adult Day Centre 604-430-6373Seniors Peer Counseling 604-266-5301VON Meals on Wheels 604-732-7638Champlain Heights Library 604-665-3955Fraserview Library 604-665-3957Collingwood Library 604-665-3953South Van Neighbourhood House 604-324-6212Collingwood Neighbourhood House 604-435-0323South Van Seniors Network 604-324-3670BC Nurse Line (24 Hrs) 604-215-4700

Documents

Killarney Community Centre