Minoru Place Activity Centre, 7660 Minoru Gate Richmond, BC, V6Y 1R9

604.238.8450 seniors@richmond.ca

Newsletter May/June 2017

President’s Report

I hope you have all had an opportunity to read the information board on the Minoru Artist in Residence. We have engaged in a wonderful opportunity to document the history of Minoru Place and the people who have contributed over the years to make Minoru a special place. As we get closer to the opening and move to our new home in 2018, we felt it important to have a legacy piece to bring with us, and to share with the public. The Minoru Public Art Project is a yearlong undertaking in partnership with the City of Richmond. The artist, Catrina Longmuir, was chosen by a panel from Richmond Public Art and has begun her work here at the Centre. Many of you have already shared your stories, and feelings about Minoru with Catrina, and recently we were treated to a fabulous sample of the work Catrina has done in the past as a documentary film producer and her vision for this project. I encourage you to take a moment and visit the web site https://minorulegacystories.wordpress.com to see the progress and watch the information board for updates and ways you can become involved. Catrina is happy to meet with members, and hear what has made Minoru a special home away from home for you. Her work will continue throughout 2017, and we look forward to the final piece. If you missed the Artist Meet and Greet in early April, and wish for advanced notice of the next opportunity, please leave your name with the front desk staff and you will be contacted.

~ Kathleen Holmes

Seniors Services

Our new facility comes to life as Minoru Centre for Active Living. The new Minoru Centre for Active Living (formerly known as Minoru Complex) will open for service in Spring 2018. The new name for the multipurpose complex was officially endorsed by Richmond City Council in early April.

The use of ‘Minoru’ in the name retains a connection to all of the facilities that the facility replaces and with its location within Minoru Park. The new facility offers a variety of activities and Active Living is a term that is inclusive of all of them. Find out more about this project at www.yourminoru.ca.

With spring finally in the air here are some upcoming events to shake off your hibernation:

Move for Health Week May 5-12, Richmond is again participating in Move for Health Day ex-panding it into a weeklong celebration. Move for Health Day is an international event created in 2002 by the World Health Organization to promote physical activity. This year at Minoru Place try an outdoor workout, Nordic poling, Chair Yoga with Meditation or Zumba!

Seniors Week June 5-11, 2017 Celebrated annually in June in BC, Alberta, Nova Scotia and the Northwest Territories, Seniors Week recognizes and commends the contributions seniors bring to their community. Programs and events are held the first week in June throughout Richmond targeted to seniors and their families. More details for both events to follow.

“Summer, after all, is a time when wonderful things can happen to quiet people. For those few months, you’re not required to be who everyone thinks you are, and that cut-grass smell in the air and the chance to dive into the deep end of a pool give you a courage you don’t have the rest of the year. You can be grateful and easy, with no eyes on you, and no past. Summer just opens the door and lets you out.” From the Author Deb Caletti.

On The Cover:

“A Family Outing at Minoru Park” is the title of this photo submitted by Dorothy Singleton from the Minoru Photography Group. Many thanks to all who sent in photographs. The Newsletter Committee greatly enjoyed seeing some of your talented work and appreciated your assistance.

Up & Coming

Senior Golfers

Minoru Seniors Society is holding a Seniors golf tournament dinner and silent auction on August 28,

2017. If you are interested in taking part (male and female) please leave your name, phone number

and email address with the Front Desk staff to the attention of Barry Gordon.

Minoru Public Art project - Share your Minoru memories

Minoru Seniors’ Legacy Stories is an opportunity for Minoru members to participate in the creation of a legacy art piece for the new facility set to open in 2018. We are interested in your stories of Minoru Seniors Centre, how it has impacted your life, memories of events, activities, friendships, and things that have made Minoru special for you. The year-long community art project is led by Artist-in-Residence, Catrina Megumi Longmuir and aims to celebrate the past, present and future of the Minoru Seniors Society, from its humble beginnings at the Murdoch Centre to the opening of the new facility in 2018.

Visit https://minorulegacystories.wordpress.com to see how the project is taking shape, or to become involved, and for additional information email seniors@richmond.ca or call 604-238-8455.

Western Bar-B-Q Dinner and Dance

Bring your appetite and your dancing shoes, as we celebrate spring with music steeped in rootsy rhythms, pan-fried in traditional country, then stewed in a gumbo of blues, jazz and western swing. The Soda Crackers trio are the perfect accompaniment to a delicious barbeque meal. Register early, this event will be a sell-out. Thu May 18, 5:00-8:30 pm $23.81/1 sess. #1798838

Mix It Up Join us on the Cultural Centre’s Rooftop Garden for this French themed workshop and create pieces inspired by Georges Seurat and pointillism. Price includes instruction, supplies and charcuterie snack size. Presented in partnership with the Richmond Arts Centre.

Thursday, May 18 4:00-7:00 pm $25/ 1 sess. #1768288

All British Car Show - VanDusen Gardens

Stroll the gardens and view stunning restorations at the greatest show on British wheels. Celebrating 32 years, the Vancouver All British Field Meet is a world class event not to be missed. Bring a bag lunch or purchase from vendors onsite at this beautiful location. Price includes transportation and admission.

Sat. May 20 9:00am-2:00 pm $27/1 sess. #1804488

Il Mercato Italian Market trip

Explore this unique community market at the Vancouver Italian Cultural Centre and bring home a taste of Italy. Fresh produce, handmade products from local artisans and delicious food make this a popular destination. Price includes transportation only. Fri, June 16, 3:00-7:30 pm $13.25/ 1 sess. # 1768088

Stanley Theatre trip - Million Dollar Quartet

Move to this rocking, jukebox musical set in Sun Records in 1956 with a onetime recording session of rock and roll legends, Presley, Cash, and Perkins. Price includes transportation and admission. No refund 30 days prior to trip. Home drop off ($3) available. Tue, June 20, 6:15-10:30 pm $59/ 1 sess. # 1809088

Bits & Pieces Cafeteria Pricing

Due to rising food costs and other food service related expenses, new Cafeteria food pricing is in effect May 1, 2017. The Cafeteria continues to provide healthy and nutritious meals to a growing number of seniors and community members. In order to be financially sustainable, prices must go up. A full list of all price changes are available at the front desk.

Member price for lunch is $6 and Friday dinner $8.

Non-member lunch is $8.50 and Friday dinner $11.

Special Dates

Move For Health Week May 5-12

LGBTQ Day May 12

Mother’s Day May 14

Western Special Event May 18

Seniors Week June 5-11

Over 90’s Tea June 10

Father’s Day June 18

Closures

Victoria Day May 22

Annual Shutdown June 26-July 4

Canada’s 150 Birthday July 1

Congratulations

Congratulations to Nan Baardsen, Director of the Minoru Seniors Society Glee Club who has been

nominated for a Richmond Arts Award in the Volunteerism category. Nan has volunteered with the

group since 2007, first as Assistant Director and then as Director of the group since 2011. During

this time, she has volunteered over 2000 hours in support of the Glee club selecting music, leading

rehearsals and booking and leading performances. The Richmond Arts Awards Ceremony will be

held on Tuesday, May 16 at City Hall. Please join us in congratulating Nan on her nomination and

wishing her the best of luck!

Congratulation to Sylvia Merces, she was the closest to the correct

number of members at Minoru and is the winner of the Membership

Number Contest.

If you wear the ‘Movin’ and still Groovin’ T-shirt on Tuesday May 30,

you (and Sylvia) have the chance to win a Minoru Seniors Society

one year FREE MEMBERSHIP.

Congratulations to Seth Kitamura and Celine Tsai two of our high

school volunteers for being nominated for a Richmond U-Roc

award.(Richmond Outstanding Community) Youth Awards to

celebrate the achievement and dedication of outstanding Youth

within the Richmond community. It’s Time

It’s time to shed the Winter clothes

And open windows wide

To feel the sun upon your skin

Each time you step outside

It’s time to spend more time outdoors

Enjoy the longer days

There’s music, markets, local fruit

We’re blessed in many ways

Take time to check the summer trips

The Centre plans for you

With Summer things they know you like

As well as some things new

~ Pat Stewart

Bits & Pieces pt.2

Friday Night Live 6:00-8pm $2.00

May 5 Karaoke

May 12 Bright Sunset Chinese Dance group

May 19 Karaoke Stars

May 26 Musical Interludes w/ Herb & Ying

June 2 Karaoke Stars

June 9 Musical Interludes w/ Herb & Ying

June 16 Karaoke

June 23 Name That Tune & Singing Like a Pro with Singtrix

June 30 Centre is Closed

Programming is subject to change without notice

Volunteer Opportunities

Cafeteria Servers - One shift per week. Detail

oriented, personable and multi-tasker. Must be

able to stand on your feet for two hours and lift

10 lbs.

Sharing Farm Volunteers - one shift a week.

Enjoy being outside and working with others in

the garden? We are looking for someone to

accompany the group on the bus both ways.

Fitness Class Assistant - one hour long shift per

week to help the instructor, no experience

necessary but must be reasonably energetic.

Doors Open Volunteers - June 3 & 4-Volunteers

needed to assist at various locations around

Richmond. These sites include London Heritage

Farm, Interurban Tram Building, Steveston

Museum, BC Ambulance, Richmond Cultural

Centre, Steves Family Farm House, BCIT and

Branscombe House.

Don’t see a position that interests you, contact

Jacqui, Volunteer Coordinator at 604.238.8452

email joostergo@richmond.ca

Frustrated by All Things Electronic?

Need Help ??

Bring your phone, tablet or laptop and

let us help you.

Book a one-on-one appointment to

learn from an expert!

FREE with Minoru Seniors Centre

Membership call 604-238-8450

SHARING FARM SOCIAL CLUB: 55+

A FREE outdoors program for seniors 55+ at The Sharing Farm in Terra Nova Rural Park.

This is a wonderful opportunity to help The Sharing Farm grow organic vegetables for the food bank and our neighbors in need. A healthy snack will be provided.

Tuesdays 10am-1pm May 16 – July 04

Call 604.238.8450 to register or see the Front Desk staff

Cribbage Group at Minoru

Twelve members playing crib on Saturday April 22, 2017

witnessed an extremely rare occurrence. Ben Brizee

was playing against Rick Hamel and was dealt a Jack

and 3 Fives. The Jack was a different suit than the Fives

in his hand. When Rick cut the deck, it was the other

Five that turned up for Ben. This gave Ben a ‘29 Hand’,

the best you can score in Cribbage, a perfect hand.

Congratulations to Ben on this stroke of luck and skill. It

was really fun to see this event and the huge smile on

Ben’s face.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2016-2017

President..………………...…...........Kathleen Holmes 1st Vice-president...….…..……....……..Shirley Parker 2nd Vice-president..…….....………….....Barry Gordon Treasurer………………...…...…...……..Bill Sorenson Secretary.…………………………….….Shirley Khong Director…………………………………………Theo Au Director……………..……………………….Peter Chan Director...........…………...…..……...Eleanore Mitchell Director………………………………..…..Evelyn Thom

CAFETERIA

Minoru Place Activity Centre has a great cafeteria that serves delicious and nutritious meals, six days a week. Minoru Seniors Society members get a discount in the cafeteria.

Lunch - $6.00 members $8.50 non-members

Dinner - $8.00 members $11.00 non-members Fall Hours: Monday-Thursday 8:30am-4:00pm Friday 8:30am-7:00pm

Saturday 10:00am-2:00pm Sunday CLOSED

Hot Meals

Lunch: Mon - Fri 11:30-1:00pm Soup & Sandwiches 11:00-2:00pm

Dinner: Friday 4:30-6:00pm Menus Weekly menus are available at the Front Desk or can be found online at http://www.richmond.ca/parksrec/seniors/minoruplace/minoru.htm

Catering

If you or your friends are hosting a party, we would love to cater for you. By using our catering services, you are supporting the provision of hot, nutritious, and affordable meals for seniors at Minoru Place. 604.238.8461

In Memoriam We would like to extend our most heartfelt sympa-thy to the family and friends of those who have lost a loved one recently. These members will be missed, and our thoughts are with their families. To honour a loved one, memorial brass plaques may be purchased with a minimum $100 donation.

A special thank you to Sek Kwong Hui’s family who has generously given a donation in his honour to the Minoru Seniors Society flowers program.

STAFF - City of Richmond

Coordinator, Senior Services Heather Muter

Seniors Wellness Coordinator Debbie Hertha

Community Facility Coordinator Melanie Burner

Recreation Leader Sonja Pickering

Recreation Facility Clerk Tammy Davies

STAFF - Minoru Seniors Society

Food Services Coordinator Chef David Langmuir

Community Leisure Transport Coordinator Roop Nagra

Volunteer Coordinator Jacqui Oostergo

Older Adults Coordinator Chester Sun \

Fitness Coordinator Donna Bishop

CENTRE HOURS

Monday - Friday 8:30am-9:00pm

Saturday 8:45am-4:00pm

Sunday 12:00pm-4:00pm

Please call the Front Desk at 604.238.8450

for additional information.

MEMBERSHIP

Membership provides free access to all groups, a member’s discount in the cafeteria, the option to purchase a parking pass and the right to vote at the Annual General Meeting.

Membership $22.00 Billiards $28.00 Woodworking $22.00 Woodcarving $22.00 Table Tennis $30.00 Woodcarving $22.00

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