Charleswood Senior Centre offers the following at the Municipal Building, 5006 Roblin Blvd. and Royal School, 450 Laxdal Road. For more information call 832-6527 or 897-5263.
Hall walking every morning 7:30 a.m. at Royal School.
Bridge every Thursday, 1 p.m.
Cribbage every Tuesday, 1 p.m.
Resistance & strength training and Tai Chi classes.
Computer workshops - "How to find Health Info on the Internet" and Security and Safety on the Internet.
Canteen every Monday, Wednesday & Friday, 10 a.m.-noon.
Purchase tickets for the annual barbecue, Sept. 12.
Taking registration for beginner Italian.
Friendly Phoners a telephone outreach program created for seniors in the community of Seven Oaks who would like to share friendly conversation with senior volunteers. This program offers friendship and contact with others. Looking for senior volunteers and for seniors who would enjoy receiving calls. Call 339-1701 or 612-3888.
Gwen Secter offers: shuttle bus every Wednesday morning from North End, West Kildonan & Maples; trip to folklorama, Israeli Pavilion; Wednesday program, Aug. 27, 1:30 p.m. with Fitness Instructor Claudia Chernitsky. 339-1701.
Keewatin/Inkster Neighbourhood Resource Council Inc. presents the K-I-N-NECTOR, a new program for seniors living in the Inkster Community. A shuttle service to Polo Park, last Friday of each month. Scheduled stops include: Fred Douglas Apts., 1300 Aberdeen; Willow Centre, 61 Tyndall; Brooklands Seniors Centre, 1960 and Bluebird Lodge, 97 Keewatin. Pick up between 10 and 10:30 a.m., return 2 p.m. Register: Judy, 774-3085.
Judy's Journal Writing Workshops: The Healing Benefits - journal writing is an exciting and useful tool in our daily quest for self-understanding and the pursuit of harmony in our lives. Learn to use the journal for a deeper understanding of your inner self, problem - solving, tension release and more. Call Judy, 888-3690 or e-mail jsgoodman@shaw.ca.
Manitoba Society of Seniors Day Tours: Sept. 3, Gladstone Plumas Area - "Old Order of the Mennonites" and Sept. 30, The Icelandic Communities. Call 942-3147, Tuesday A.M. or Wednesday.
McBeth House Centre offers the following: bumper pool, Wednesdays, 2 p.m.; cribbage, Wednesdays, 7 p.m.; whist, Friday, 7 p.m.; bridge, Saturday, 1 p.m. Call 668-1295 or leave a message at 334-0432.
MacIntosh Users Group for Seniors meet the second Tuesday of each month to Oct. 12, except August, 10 a.m. to noon at Good Neighbours Senior Centre, 755 Henderson Hwy. See MUGS website address at¬ http://mugswpg.itsamac.com/mugs for latest newsletter. Old and new Mac computer owners are welcome. For information call 669-1710.
North Centennial Seniors, 86 Sinclair St., classes in aerobics, Monday, Wednesday and Fridays, 9:30-10:10 a.m., carpet bowling, Mondays, 12:30 p.m.; specialized classes incorporating relaxation technique, Fridays, 10:30 a.m., back care movements, 11:30 a.m. Call Shirley at 897-7944.
Nor'West Co-op Community Health Centre is seeking clients for their city-wide Foot Care Program. Call Sonia at 940-2143.
Prendergast Seniors Club offers the following activities for seniors 55+ on weekly basis: cribbage, Wednesday, 12:30 p.m.; whist, Thursday, 12:30 p.m.; bingo, open to public, Saturday, 12:30 p.m. ( canteen available); luncheon,- (open to public)¬ all you can eat - bunwiches, soup, beverages, and desserts every 4th Wednesday of the month at 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m., 906 Cottonwood Rd. Call Joe at 257 -9586 or 254-8390.
Rady Jewish Community Centre invites seniors to the weekly Educultural Hour on Tuesdays, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. A guest lecturer speaks on a relevant topic or a musical guest presents an entertaining program. Transportation provided in the north and south end of the city for a nominal fee. Call 477-7545.
Red River Seniors welcomes new members for whist & crib at Norberry Community Centre, 26 Molgat Ave., St. Vital. Thursdays 1 to 3:30 p.m. Call 487-0807.
River East Seniors Health Resource Team offers the following:
Early bird walking buddies, Monday to Friday, 7:30-8:30 a.m., Angus McKay School, 850 Woodvale or Prince Edward School, 649 Brazier. To register call 940-2114.
Diabetes Support Group-meetings at ACCESS River East-975 Henderson Hwy. on the 1st Tuesday of each month, 10 a.m.
Visually Impaired Coffee (VIC) Group will be meeting the second Friday of the month- at 1:30 p.m. in Room 101-1590 Henderson.
Alzheimer ö Support Group for family members meets the second Tuesday of each month, 1:30 p.m., 1630 Henderson Hwy.
Because We Care for Carers Lunch-an opportunity for careers to
socialize with and support one another. Meets the last Thursday of the month at the Parkside Plaza Meal Program, 1630 Henderson Hwy. at 11:45 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Arthritis Support Group: Meets the 4th Monday of the month from 3-4 p.m. at ACCESS River East.
Meniere ö Support Group-meets from 11 a.m.-noon on the 4th Monday of each month at ACCESS River East (975 Henderson). contact 975-3037.
Strengthening Families for Mental Wellness. For family members of someone who is living with a mental illness meetings held first Wednesday each month 1:30-3:30 p.m. at ACCESS River East. Call 334-4404 or 253-9641.
Starting soon! You & Your Adult Child. Understanding your relationship with your adult children. For information or to register call 956-6483.
Fun afternoon, Thursdays, Good Neighbours. Register, 669-1710.
Stepping Up Exercise Groups, various sites. Register, 940-2114.
River Heights CC offers spring programs for adults/older adults as follows: Sculpt & Cardio Fitness, Tai Chi, Martial Arts Fitness, Pilates, Creative Writing, Lap Skating, Walking Club, and Bridge. 488-7000. www.riverheightcc.org.
St. Barnabas Anglican Church 40-Plus Club holds SMART (Seniors Maintaining Active Roles Together) program exercise class, Tuesdays 1-3 p.m. at 730 McPhillips St. 589-3235.
St. James Assiniboia Senior Centre, 1-203 Duffield St., 987-8850 is offering the following programs and activities:
Golf Clinic with a professional golf instructor at John Blumberg Golf Course. Clinic #3, Wii Games - Fridays are Wii days, 10 a.m. to noon! Wii Bowling - Aug. 22, Wii Golf - Aug. 29, Register: Jen, 987-8854.
St. James Senior Centre offers a Cooking Club for Men, once a month at Westwood Community Church. If you are a man aged 55 or older and a resident of the St. James Assiniboia area call 987-8854.
S.C.C.W. (Senior Citizens' Choir of Winnipeg) under the direction of Richard Greig and accompanied by Linda Fearn, are now accepting registrations for their upcoming season. Call Mary, 221-3373 or Windmar2002@yahoo.ca.
Transcona Seniors Health Resource Team offers the following:
Diabetes Support Group meetings at ACCESS Transcona 845 Regent 2 p.m. Eating Out with dietician Sept. 3 and Oct. 9 Complications. Because We Care for Carers Lunch an opportunity for careers to socialize with and support one another. Topics of interest as identified by the group members. Meets the last Thursday of the month (Sept. 25 & Oct.30) at the Parkside Plaza Meal Program (1630 Henderson Hwy.) at 11:45 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Call one week ahead to register for meal program, 940 2114.
Arthritis Support Group: meets last Tuesday of the month from 2-3 p.m. at ACCESS Transcona. Sept 30, Mobility: Now You're Going Places & Oct. 28, Wear & Tear on your Joints.
Strengthening Families for Mental Wellness. Are you a family member of someone who is living with a mental illness? If so, you can bring your issues to this group that is working to create an inclusive community for those with mental illness and those that care for them. Fall meetings held Sept. 3 & Oct. 1, 1:30-3:30 p.m., ACCESS River East. Information, 334-4404 or 253-9641.
Tinnitus? What is it and how to help yourself? Sept. 5, 3 p.m. Call
938-5555.
Safe Medication Workshop. Sept 18, 10 a.m.- noon, Access Transcona.
Taking Control of Your Bladder, Oct. 22, 2-3 p.m., ACCESS River East.
Victoria Lifeline, a not-for-profit personal response service of the Victoria General Hospital Foundation, is looking for Manitobans 100 years of age and older to take part in a unique in-home event as part of Victoria Lifeline's 20th anniversary celebrations on Thursday, Oct. 23. Victoria Lifeline will bring the birthday party to you. If you or someone you know is 100 years of age or older and may be interested in taking part in this event, call 956-6768 by Sept. 15.
Vital Seniors, based out of St. Mary Magdaline Church offers: line dancing for beginners start Sept. 5, 9 a.m. and intermediate, 10:30 a.m.; The Prairie Stars (mixed levels), start Sept. 8, 1:15 p.m., call Ray, 256-8660. Carpet bowling starts Oct. 7, between 1 and 3:30 p.m., call Fran, 253-9456.
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