Fun after 55! December 2017

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1 Fun after 55! December 2017 Aurora Seniors Centre 90 John West Way Aurora, ON L4G 6J1 Tel:

2 ACRYLIC PAINT - BEGINNER Age: 55+ yrs Location: AFLC This course will introduce you to the unique forgiving qualities of acrylic paint and allow you to experiment with a variety of techniques. Learn about choosing paints, painting surfaces and how to make the most of your tools. Basic colour theory and mixing will be explored as well as creating glazes and textures Note: Material costs extra, list available at the ASC or ALFC Thu Jan 25 9:00am 11:00am $81.00/9 9409* *Cancelled: Mar 13 ACRYLIC PAINT - INTERMEDIATE Age: 55+ yrs Location: AFLC This class goes beyond the basics. It concentrates on technique and composition. Note: Material costs extra, list available at the ASC or ALFC Thu Jan 25 11:30am 1:30pm $81.00/9 9410* *Cancelled: Mar 14 ADVENTURES IN BAKING Age: 18+ Location: AFLC Learn techniques and recipes that will enable you to host a delicious brunch, to create a stunning celebration cake, to prepare holiday treats and more. With professional guidance, you will be creating luxurious desserts and sweets which can be taken home with you at the end of each class. BALANCE IMPROVEMENT Stay steady on your feet by strengthening your core and lower body. This class will include seated and standing exercises. BALLROOM & LATIN DANCING - BEG Age: 18+ Location: ASC This stress-free introduction to the basics of Ballroom & Latin dancing can be used at dance clubs, weddings, dinner dances and more. Participants will get a taste of several dances like the cha-cha, rumba, mambo, merengue and foxtrot. This course will be taught by a couple so that participants may fully benefit from perspectives of both the leader and the follower. Prior dance experience is not necessary. Partners required. Note: *Cancelled: Oct 9 BALLROOM & LATIN DANCING INT Age: 18+ Location: ASC Focusing on dancing for fun, this program will develop dance skills and steps previously taught in the Beginners level. Some new dances will be introduced such as the waltz, swing, samba, quickstep, salsa, cumbia or bachata. This course is taught by a couple so that participants fully benefit from perspectives of both the leader and the follower. Previous dance experience are preferred for this class. Partners required. Note: *Cancelled: Oct 9 ADAPTED COOKING LESSONS Age: 18+ Location: AFLC This interactive program is designed to develop cooking skills $ per for any person with an exceptionality or disability. Participants Mon Jan 15 8:30pm 9:30pm 9450* couple/9 will enjoy learning how to cook and bake foods that will encourage and promote independent living and healthy eating. *Cancelled: Feb 19 and Mar 12 Participants requiring support will be responsible for providing their own during this program. Groceries and program supplies BALLROOM DANCE PARTY ONE NIGHT are included in the price of the program. Age: 18+ Location: AFLC This evening will provide a wonderful opportunity to practice all your dance steps in a relaxed environment. A large variety of Fri Jan 26 6:00pm 8:00 pm $150.00/ dance music will be played during the evening, ranging from Ballroom, Latin, Swing and Argentine Tango, as well as popular Line Dances. Everyone welcome... partners and singles. Drop-ins will be accepted at the door. Light refreshments will be provided. (Please note: this is not a licensed event.) Sun Jan 28 1:00 pm 3:00pm $115.00/ Tue Jan 16 10:30am 11:15am $50.00/10 FULL Mon Jan 15 7:30pm 8:30pm *Cancelled: Feb 19 and Mar 12 $ per couple/9 9449* Sat Apr 7 7:30pm 11:00pm $15/ BASIC CARDIO This basic, cardiovascular only class takes you through simple choreography designed to gently raise your heartrate to improve fitness and burn fat. Thu Jan 11 9:15am 9:45am $28.00/ Page 2

3 BOOT CAMP GOLD NEW! COOKING AROUND THE WORLD Age: 18+ Location: AFLC This circuit class will incorporate stations utilizing balls, Pilate balls, bands, Bosu balls and more. Work towards improving strength, cardio capacity, balance and agility. Designed for the active and independent older adult. Learn skills and techniques ranging from proper knife cuts and plating ideas to sautéing and braising.prepare delicious, made from scratch appetizers and main courses each week from various countries around the world including Mexico, Italy, France, Spain, Asia, Canada and the United States. You will bring home samples of your delicious creations to enjoy. Tues Jan 16 9:00am-9:45am $50.00/ CHAIR FITNESS Get fit while you sit! This program uses cardiovascular exercise to improve your endurance, and works muscles to strengthen your body. Ideal for participants who are new to exercise or who prefer the aid of a chair. Fri Jan 12 10:45am 11:45am $50.00/ CHAIR STRETCH Learn how to gently stretch, strengthen, mobilize joints and use your breath. This is a class for participants who suffer from arthritis, tightness and chronic pain. Breath deeper, stretch further. Fri Jan 12 9:30am 10:30am $50.00/ CHAIR TAI CHI This form of Tai Chi is for everyone. Using a chair to sit, and to use as support when standing, you will start with a warm up and loosen each part of the body. You will then learn and practice a set of 8 moves. These moves will help you with spine mobility, leg strength and balance, and learning to breath deeper. Wed Jan 24 10:15am 11:00am $97.50/ Sun Jan 26 10:00am - 12:00pm $115.00/ DRAWING FUNDAMENTALS Age: 55+ yrs Location: AFLC Anyone can learn to draw. You will be introduced to technical and creative exercises that will help develop your skills. Note: Material costs extra, list available at the ASC or ALFC Wed Jan 24 9:00am-10:30am $81.00/9 9416* *Cancelled: Mar 14 ESSENTRICS NEW! This full body work out incorporates movements from Tai Chi, Yoga, Pilates and Ballet. This safe and effective class ncorporates standing, chair and mat work. You will feel energized, stronger and more flexible. Stress is released and aches and pains are soothed through the gradual unlocking of the entire body. You will have stronger, toned muscles. Thu Jan 18 8:00pm-9:00pm $40.00/ FIT MINDS Fit minds is an interactive brain exercise program to help stretch brain capacity and strengthen cognitive reserve. The program focuses on the five areas of cognition: language and music; visual/spatial orientation; memory; critical thinking and computation. As well, the program provides challenges that build brain resilience and fosters overall brain health through a social setting. CO-ED BADMINTON Age: 18+ Location: St. Max Kolbe CHS Stay active in this program for all beginner and experienced players. This program will allow you to practice your skills and learn new techniques while meeting friends and having fun. DAY Wed DATE Jan 31 TIME 2:00pm-3:00pm FEE/CLASS $99.00/8 CODE Note: *Cancelled: Sep 25 and Oct 9 FITNESS CHALLENGE Mon Jan 22 6:30pm 8:00pm $69.00/ * This program is designed for those with previous fitness training. This class is effective in strengthening the *Cancelled: Feb 19 & Mar 12 cardiovascular system, toning muscles, building bone density and promoting weight loss. Thu Jan 25 11:15am 12:15pm $40.00/ Fri Jan 26 11:15am 12:15pm $40.00/ Page 3

4 FUNCTIONAL STRENGTH BY SCIENCE NEW! This program is scientifically geared for older adults who want a strong and healthy lifestyle. With a small class size, the instructor is able to give specific advice and feedback. Using a variety of equipment you will maintain/improve bone density, muscle strength, balance, and posture through low impact aerobics, resistance training and isometrics. This program will use a scientific approach to get the most out of your exercise. Sat Jan 27 9:30am 10:15am $99.00/ GENTLE PILATES CHAIR & MAT Designed for participants with Osteoporosis, Osteopenia or Arthritis. This class will include exercises to increase range of motion, strengthen muscles, improve posture and balance. Thu Jan 18 10:00am 10:45am $36.00/8 9420* *Cancelled: Feb 8, 15, 22 INTERMEDIATE FRENCH Age: 55+ yrs Location: AFLC This class will help you assert and improve your verbal skills in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. Note: $50 manual fee, payable to instructor Tue Jan 30 9:00am-11:00am $85.00/ * *Cancelled: Mar 13 LAUGHTER YOGA Laughter is the best medicine and, combined with breathing exercises and yoga movements, laughter yoga lower stress and helps with a positive outlook. The movements will increase mobility and help improve your health. Start with the fake laugh and slowly learn to laugh for real and just let go. Participants may also use a chair to aid in the class. Tue Jan 16 9:00am 10:00am $65.00/ PAINT & SKETCH - BEGINNER Age: 55+ yrs Location: AFLC Learn how to use a paint brush! This is a beginner's class, no experience necessary. Water-colour is the main focus of the program, but drawing in any media is also encouraged. Note: Material costs extra, list available at the ASC or ALFC PAINT & SKETCH - INTERMEDIATE Age: 55+ yrs Location: AFLC Watercolour is the main focus of the program, but drawing in any media is also encouraged. Composition, design and colour will be stressed. Note: Material costs extra, list available at the ASC or ALFC pfit pfit is a social and safe way to increase lower body strength, improve range of motion and maintain balance. The stepper allows each leg to work on its own pace and resistance level and digitally monitors strength improvement. Note: Class size is limited to 10 participants. PILATES STANDING & MAT This class is a contemporary approach to Pilates incorporating rehabilitation techniques to suit various levels and abilities. Emphasis will be on the breath and controlled movement which leads to improved posture and flexibility. Exercises will be presented with basic movements that build. MEDITATION & AWARENESS NEW! Thu Jan 18 11:00am 12:00pm $40.00/8 9427* This program is designed to create an opportunity to awaken the *Cancelled: Feb 8, 15, 22 senses. In a world that is moving so quickly it is important to purposefully sit down and create space for thought and self-exploration. This is your opportunity to explore your thoughts and settle your mind. You PILOGA will soon see physical changes, such as a lowered heart rate and better sleep. This program will include relaxation tools. This is a unique class designed to build strength and gain flexibility. Combining the muscle toning of Pilates with the flexibility of Yoga, this class has constant movement to help burn fat. Wed Feb 7 9:30am 10:15am $30.00/ Tue Jan 16 11:00am 11:45am $50.00/10 FULL DA Y DATE TIME FEE/CLAS S COD E Tue Jan 23 1:00pm 3:30pm $103.00/9 9423* *Cancelled: Mar 15 Tue Jan 23 9:30am 12:00pm $103.00/9 9424* *Cancelled: Mar 13 Mon Jan 15 11:15am 11:45am $92.00/8 FULL Mon Jan 15 12:00pm-12:30pm $92.00/8 9426* *Cancelled: Feb 19 Mon Jan 15 10:15am 11:00am $50.00/ Page 4

5 REBOUNDING Using a mini-trampoline(rebounder), rebounding is low-impactand provides all of the benefits of traditional exercise, but without stress on joints. All rebounders will be equipped with a stability bar. Tue Jan 16 10:00am 10:45pm $50.00/ STRONG & TONED The next step up from Stretch & Tone. This class will focus on core strength, and improving muscle tone using a variety of equipment TAI CHI NEW! Age: see below Location: AFLC (Thurs) & ASC (Wed) The benefits of Tai Chi are numerous including: stress and pain reduction, increasing bone density, and improving mobility and strength. You will learn the 8-step practice over a number of weeks. 8 Form will provide a great basis for learning the 24 move set. THE STORY OF MY LIFE The Story of My Life is a series of interactive sessions that will help individuals put pen to paper to produce their story. Using creative expression, fun, inspiration, reflection and share storytelling to guide writer's and non-writer's to journal their life's history. The validation of one's self is empowering and ultimately will one day be a legacy gift for family members and friends. SHOTO-Can FITNESS NEW! Using Karate basics and kata movements, we will focus on strength, Thu Jan 25 7:00pm 8:00pm $125.00/ flexibility and balance. The goal is not self-defense, but fitness. There UKULELE HEROES BEGINNER is no sparring. All levels are welcome. Please note that karate gi or "uniform" is not required. Play songs the first day by learning the basics. No experience necessary, and no need to read music! Bring your own Ukulele or instruments are available to rent from the instructor. Tue Jan 23 7:45pm-8:45pm $40.00/ Note: Rental information available at the ASC. STRETCH & TONE (Mon/Thurs) or AFLC (Wed) Wed Jan 24 11:00am 11:45pm $120.00/8 9435* This class is designed to strengthen and tone muscles to facilitate everyday living activities and improve appearance. A variety of light *Cancelled: Mar 14 equipment will be used. The muscles will then be stretched to maintain or increase flexibility. UKULELE HEROES INTERMEDIATE Enhance your skills by learning scales, more advanced chords and strumming patterns. Recommended for graduates of the beginner Mon Jan 8 1:30pm 2:30pm $50.00/10 FULL class or students who have a good grasp of basic chords. Wed Jan 10 1:30pm 2:30pm $50.00/ ** Note: Rental information available at the ASC. Thu Jan 11 10:00am 11:00am $50.00/10 FULL *Cancelled: Feb 19 **Cancelled: Mar 14 Fri Jan 26 10:00am 11:00am $40.00/ Wed Jan 24 9:00am 10:00am $97.50/ * Thu Jan 25 1:45pm 2:45pm $97.50/ ** *55 yrs +, ASC **18+ yrs, AFLC Wed Jan 24 10:00am 10:45pm $120.00/8 9436* *Cancelled: Mar 14 YOGA BEGINNER This class is well-suited for newcomers to Yoga and for those who wish to continue to focus on the Hatha Yoga fundamentals of basic poses and breathing. Mon Jan 15 12:15pm 1:15pm $50.00/ * *Cancelled: Feb 19 YOGA FOR YOU This class welcomes participants who are familiar with the practice of Yoga, and are able to try new approaches to the practice. You will work for a longer duration than in the beginner class. We focus on Hatha Yoga principles to strengthen balance and focus. You will be encouraged to work at your own pace, to develop your full potential. Wed Jan 17 9:00am 10:30am $75.00/ Aurora Seniors Centre Newsletter ember 2017 Page 5

6 YOGA STRETCH This class is for those who want to improve their overall flexibility, relieve the day's stress and leave feeling relaxed. This class focuses on basic stretching techniques and does not specifically follow the Hatha, Ashtanga, Lyengar or Vinyasa principles. Tue Jan 23 6:45pm 7:45pm $50.00/ Thu Jan 25 8:00am 9:00am $50.00/ ZUMBA GOLD This amazing program is very easy to follow so anyone will be able to do Zumba Gold. Dances that are specifically highlighted in this program include the Merengue, Salsa, Cha Cha, Belly Dance, Flamenco and Tango Tue Jan 9 11:15am 12:00pm $50.00/ Thu Jan 18 7:00pm 7:45pm $50.00/ ZUMBA GOLD TONING This is an easy-to-follow, health-boosting dance-fitness program for baby boomers or beginners. Through lightweight resistance-training and exciting rhythms, Zumba Gold-Toning classes help participants build muscle strength, increase bone density, and improve mobility, posture and coordination. Fri Jan 12 9:00am 9:45am $50.00/ Please ask at Reception for the availability of December classes for: Basic Cardio Chair Fitness Chair Stretch Fitness Challenge pfit Stretch and Tone Strong and Toned Zumba Gold See our January Program and Activity Try it week poster on page 13. Sign-up will be available at Reception. Healthy living Workshop We are excited to be planning a Healthy Living Workshop. This be will a three week interactive workshop at the Centre, run by staff. More News to come later in December. Shuffleboard Table The Centre has purchased a new shuffleboard table for our billiards room. Shuffleboard will be available for play during the Centre's normal operating hours. The Good Food Box We are excited to partner with the York Region Food Network to bring the Good Food Box program to our members! The Good Food Box is a box of fresh fruits & vegetables that is available for pick up once a month. Customers place their orders at the Seniors Centre on or before the 5th day of the month. Each box contains the same mix of foods, but the contents change depending on what is in season. The small box is $10 and usually contains potatoes, carrots, onions, apples and a few other items at wholesale prices. On the third Thursday of the month, customers pick up their orders, at the Centre, between 1 and 5 p.m. Brochures are available at Reception, or speak to Karie or Andrew if you have any questions. Page 6

7 ASA Board of Directors MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS We wish you a happy and healthy holiday season. Gold Cards Did you know the ASA offers a gold card to members? What is a gold card? The gold card is a way to prepay your 2018 activity fees. How much? The card is $100, and is valid from January 1 December 31. What does it include? Any ASA activity that is covered by the $1 daily drop in fee Membership Fee s are now Due You may renew your membership for 2018 at any time starting December 1. Tables with volunteers will be set up in the lobby during the first week in December and the first two weeks in January. After that you may renew your membership at Reception. The cost of renewing your membership is $25 for Aurora residents and $35 for anyone living outside of Aurora and exact change would be appreciated. Don t forget this is important both to you and the Aurora Seniors Association. Holiday Sing-A-Long Thursday, December 14 from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Join our Keep Singing Group in the Lounge to sing your holiday favourites! ASC Holiday Hours Monday, December 25: CLOSED Tuesday, December 26: CLOSED Wednesday, December 27: 8:30 a.m. 5 p.m. Thursday, December 28: 8:30 a.m. 5 p.m. Friday, December 29: 8:30 a.m. - 11:00 p.m. Monday, January 1: CLOSED We will reopen with regular operating hours on Tuesday, January 2 Page 7

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10 Friday Night Dances in December will be on December 1 and December 15 8 p.m. 11 p.m. (Line Dance Practice from 7:30 p.m. 8 p.m.) Singles & Non-members always welcome Members: $5.00 Non-Members: $6.00 includes light refreshments Cash bar is available with wine, beer and soft drinks With 2017 rushing to a close, we extend a sincere thank you to all our dance participants, volunteers and support staff for helping to make our Friday dances the best entertainment value in town. Best wishes to all for Happy Holidays and Good Health and Happiness all through January 2018 Friday Dances will be on January 12 and 26 (2nd & 4th Fridays) 2017 A.S.A. Dance Committee Lucille, Charles, Ilka, Helgard, Erich, Heinz, Lydia & Tony Holiday Social An afternoon of entertainment by: Joseph Thomson and some sweet treats! Wednesday, December 20 1 p.m. 2 p.m. Entertainment by Joseph Thomson 2 p.m. Dessert, Coffee and Tea Joseph sings, plays the piano and guitar. He often features music from George Harrison, Billy Joel, the Beatles and Elvis. Tickets are $4 on sale now at Reception. Page 10

11 Computer Club Information and Activities for December 2017 December, the last month of The most hectic time of the year, and, the most exciting time for our grandchildren. Come in and be part of something at the Centre, and enjoy this season of joy and friendship. If you are interested in either the Windows course or the Mac course please register early! Space is limited in each class and we also need a minimum number or the class will be cancelled. This Month is a short month for the Computer Club. Computer Club meetings Tuesdays 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. - We continue to try and cover topics of interest to our members but as always we need your help to know what is of interest to you. Let us know. Tuesday, December 5 Windows tools in version 10 and as early as version 7: copy paste, screen shots, copying images from web sites, syncing with Android phone and more. Tuesday, December 12 Net Works. managing your home network-making your system secure and what is new with the ASA network. Is it safe to open networks found in public places? Tuesday, December 19 Apple Day with Herb and Susan. Tuesday December 26 Closed over Christmas Technology education: We will be running our Windows PC classes in Jan. and hope to be able to run the Mac class as well. Sign-up in the red binder on the desk by the door in the computer room. No classes in December Computer 1 classes: Thursdays, January 11,18,25 from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.. taught by Bob. Computer 1 classes covers working with and customizing Windows 10, Internet & . Computer 2 classes: Thursdays, January 11,18,25 from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. taught by Bob. Computer 2 classes covers more advanced functions such as working with photos, organizing your files & working with menus and toolbars. Mac class dates are to be determined Tuesday afternoon drop-in sessions from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the Computer Room. There will be no drop in on December 19 and on December 26. These sessions are run weekly, every Tuesday, with the intent that any member who is looking for any kind of technical help can come by and we will try our best to assist. All the help we provide is covered by your payment of the $1 daily activity fee. We provide one-on-one help in these sessions. The Aurora Seniors Association website at is your best source for information about any of our programs or use one of the addresses below. Your suggestions and comments about what you might like the computer club to do, courses we could teach or content for our Tuesday sessions is always welcome. Come talk with us or send your suggestions to Bill Ault at wm.ault@rogers.com, Bob Hedenberg at bobhed65@gmail.com. Join us on Tuesday, December 19 at 1:30 p.m. We will show four TED talks in the Lounge. Norman Lear: An entertainment icon on living a life of meaning Lauren Zalanick: The conscious of television Ivan Enriquez: What will humans look like in 100 years Ed Boyden: A new way to study the brain s invisible secrets Page 11

12 Knotty Knitters A warm welcome from the Knotty Knitters. We are at the Seniors Centre from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Mondays throughout the year. We knit, embroider, crochet, laugh, and exchange jokes and family happenings. If we run into a problem on a project, we help each other out. Beginners are also quite welcome. Whatever we knit from donated wool is sold in the showcase in the lobby. All proceeds go back into supporting the Centre. Our Annual Christmas Bazaar was a huge success, due in large part to the Knotty Knitters. Winter will soon be upon us and with it comes a bit of cooler weather. Stop in and have a peek at what the Knotty Knitters have been up to this past year and perhaps treat yourself to a warm shawl or sweater. Perhaps a lap blanket for those long, leisurely drives to view those beautiful natural snow sculptures. The hugs and smiles are always free and lasting friendships are formed. So feel free to stop in at any time and stay for a look and chat. If you see something one of the Knotty Knitters is making and wish to purchase it you can do so as well. We love to talk. If you wish to joins us please do. You will be more than welcome. Remember we are not strangers only friends you have not yet met. Walking Group Walks planned for December: Walks are held on Wednesday mornings and are about an hour in length. All walks are on trails in and around Aurora. The terrain may be hilly (as is much of Aurora) and participants should wear appropriate clothing and footwear. We meet each week at 9:30 a.m. at the Seniors Centre and car pool to the starting location, if necessary. No pre-registration is required, just show up. We are always looking for eager members to walk with us, so, come out and join us (all locations subject to change depending on weather etc.) December 6 December 13 December 20 Tom Taylor Trail, north from St John s Sideroad to Trail circle Willow Farm, Lakeview and Wimpey Trail, Aurora Heights to Tom s Park Holland River Valley Trail south from Seniors Centre 2018 Trip Interest Lists Thank you for all your suggestions for overnight Trips! The new year is fast approaching and we are currently planning the Centre s 2018 Spring Overnight Trip: New York and Chicago are the two frontrunners. Due to an overwhelming response we are looking at planning our Fall trip to Quebec City. Please put your name on the Trip Interest Lists at Reception. Your input in greatly appreciated More Travel News coming Soon. Page 12

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14 Budget Bistro Tickets are $5.00 and includes coffee/tea and dessert! Doors open at 11:45 a.m. (Tickets limited to 65 each day) No reservations. Please note tickets on sale at 11 a.m. Wednesday, December 6 Christmas Lunch Soup, Chicken Salad & Rice Casserole Our hard-working volunteers take a break for the remainder of December! They will be back Wednesday, January 10, Happy Holidays from all of us! Tuesday Night Movies December 5 Churchill: Brian Cox, Miranda Richardson (PG: 105 min. Drama) 96 hours before the World War II invasion of Normandy, British Prime Minister Winston Churchill struggles with his severe reservations with Operation Overlord and his increasingly marginalized role in the war effort. December 12 Going in Style: Michael Caine, Morgan Freeman (PG: 111 min. Comedy) Desperate to pay the bills and come through for their loved ones, three lifelong pals risk it all by embarking on a daring bid to knock off the very bank that absconded with their money. *Special Holiday Movie Matinee Wednesday, December 13 at 1:30 p.m.* Family Stone: Dermot Mulroney, Sarah Jessica Parker (PG: 111 min. Comedy) A conservative businesswoman accompanies her boyfriend to his eccentric and outgoing family's annual Christmas celebration and finds that she's a fish out of water in their free-spirited way of life. December 19 Home again: Reese Witherspoon (PG: 104 min. Comedy) Life for a single mom in Los Angeles takes an unexpected turn when she allows three young guys to move in with her. *Special Holiday Movie Matinee Wednesday, December 27 at 1:30 p.m.* Victoria and Abdul: Judi Dench, Ali Fazal (PG: 111 min. Biography, Drama) Queen Victoria strikes up an unlikely friendship with a young Indian clerk named Abdul Karim. Movies start at 6:30 p.m. sharp! $1.50 Includes movie, refreshments and popcorn! Movies are for Members Only. ALL TUESDAY MOVIES ARE LIMITED TO 60 PEOPLE. PLEASE COME EARLY TO ENSURE YOUR SEAT (AND ONLY YOUR SEAT)! Page 14

15 NOTICE BOARD ASA Board of Directors: President Carol Hedenberg Vice President Jan Freedman Treasurer John Layton Secretary Sylvia Gilchrist Directors Charles Sequeira Dave LeGallais John Abel John Scherrer Ron Coe ASA Committees: Finance John Layton Chair Membership & Volunteers Sylvia Gilchrist Chair Special Events Committee Carol Hedenberg Chair Operations & Activities Committee Dave LeGallais Chair By-Law Review Committee John Scherrer Chair Conduct Review Committee Virginia Bodnar Chair Social Committee Bob Palmer Chair Community Development Committee Jane Stangl Chair Awards, Special Recognition and Grants Committee Jim Abram Chair Seniors Related Issues Committee Charles Sequeira Chair Aurora Seniors Centre Staff: Karie Papillon, Adult Program Coordinator Andrew Bailey, Adult Program Assistant Bill Hawke Primary Facility Operator The next Board of Directors meeting: Monday, December 18 at 1 p.m. Blood Pressure Clinic: In conjunction with Chartwell Park Place Manor, we are pleased to offer a Blood Pressure Clinic at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, December 20 in the Library. A Registered Nurse will take your blood pressure and answer questions. Do you have a comment to share? Let Us Know forms are available at reception. Please include your name so we can follow up with you. If you hear of a member who has passed away or has left Aurora, please let us know! Save the Date for our Upcoming Seminars: All Seminars are on Wednesday and begin at 1 p.m. in the lounge January 17 - Health & Nutrition February 21 - Personal Support Worker Information March 14 - Making the Right House Decision April 11 - Planning for a Great Life Attention Billiard Players We are looking at starting a Co-ed Snooker league at the Centre. This would be open to all skill levels, so all are welcome to participate. Please put your name on the sign-up sheet at Reception if you are interested. Come From Away Spring 2018 Update We have a confirmed date on Wednesday, May 16, This will be an evening show with a 3:45 p.m. departure. Those who are on the sign-up list, who have not been contacted please see Andrew Bailey at the Centre. Page 15

16 *Town program, Pre-registration required Monday 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday 8:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. 9:00 Tai Chi 9:00 Wood Shop 9:00 Ladies Billiards 9:00 Badminton 9:00 Knotty Knitters 9:30 Learn Bid Euchre 11:15 pfit* 12:00 Billiards 12:30 Duplicate Bridge 1:00 Mah jongg 1:00 Carpet Bowling 1:30 Stretch & Tone* 1:30 Book Club 2:45 Mixed PB 3:00 Silver Stars 9:00 Billiards 9:30 Wood Carving 10:00 Rebounding* 10:00 Computer Club 11:00 Piloga* 11:15 Zumba Gold* 12:30 Ladies PB 1:00 Wood Shop 1:00 Bid Euchre 1:00 Scrabble 1:30 Computer Drop In 2:15 Men s PB 4:00 Badminton 6:00 Poker 6:00 Line Dance 6:30 Movie 9:00 Billiards 9:00 Wood Shop 9:00 Tai Chi 9:30 Walking Club 1:00 Let s Create 1:00 Mexican Rummy 1:30 Bridge 1:30 Evergreen Choir 3:15 Table Tennis 9:00 Billiards 9:00 Stamp Club 9:00 Art Drop In 9:15 Basic Cardio* 9:30 Wood Carving 10:00 Stretch & Tone* 10:30 Keep Singing 11:15 Fitness Challenge* 12:30 Poker 12:30 Men s PB 1:00 Creative Colouring 1:00 Wood Shop 1:00 Bid Euchre 1:00 Table Tennis 1:00 Mah jongg 2:45 Ladies PB 4:00 Silver Stars 9:00 Billiards 9:00 Wood Shop 9:00 Tai Chi 9:30 Sew Much Fun 9:30 Chair Stretch* 10:00 Strong & Toned* 10:45 Chair Fitness* 11:15 Fitness Challenge* 12:30 Mixed PB 12:45 Bingo 1:00 Canasta 1:00 Rumicube 7:00 Bid Euchre December 18 1:00 Board of Directors December 25 Closed December 19 1:30 TED Talk Tuesday December 26 Closed December 6 11:45 Christmas Lunch December 13 5:30 Christmas Dinner 1:30 Movie December 20 10:00 Blood Pressure Clinic 1:30 Holiday Social December 27 1:30 Movie December 14 10:30 Holiday Sing-a-long December 21 1:00 Good Food Box pick up (until 5:00 pm) December 1 & 15 8:00 Dance Please note: Pickleball (PB) times are subject to change. Please refer to the Pickleball play schedule (available at the Centre or on the auroraseniors.ca website). The woodshop is closed from 12 1 pm daily. The Library is closed Mondays from 1:30 p.m. 3:30 p.m. Aurora Seniors Centre 90 John West Way, Aurora (905)