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Highlights38TH ANNUAL SENIOR SLUGGERS TOURNAMENTThe Moody Blues are competing in the Senior Sluggers Tournament and they want you to know they love receiving support. The plan is to have the team play around 10:00 am on Tuesday at the big ball diamond in Moody Park for their first game. The team will play at least one other game and will likely play even more as they aim for another championship. The complete schedule will be available at the field. Why not come over and root the home team on?

Tuesday, July 2 & Thursday, July 4

SKETCHING FROM NATURE I For those who enjoy sketching out in the back garden, park, beach or patio, this workshop will introduce you to the basics of sketching outdoors. We will begin in the studio, practicing drawing leaves, twigs, shells, rocks, driftwood and flowers. Some simple techniques will be demonstrated to add inter-est, using shading, texture, and line variation. Then we will head outdoors to sketch, back in the studio the last part of class to share our drawings and finish them up. In the event of rainy weather, we will work indoors from still life, or photo images. All skill levels are welcome. Suggested supply list available upon registration.

Monday, 12:30 - 2:30 pm (Peri Nilan)July 8 & 15Registration Fee: $35.00 23118

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

Please note there is no Chairpersons’ meeting in July.

Next Chairpersons’ Meeting: Wednesday, August 7 at 10:00 am

BIG BOUQUETS To Gladys Cheng for hosting the trip to River Rock Ca-sino.

To the members who made accommodations to allow the construction work regarding the new air conditioning system.

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.

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

Association News

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

Mon., Tues., Wed., & Fri. 9:00 am - 4:00 pmThursday 9:00 am - 9:00 pmSaturday & Sunday Closed

LOW VISION: 604.519.6111

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 sup-port of the ongoing work of the Century House Associa-tion, Senior Peer Counselling and the Bursary Committee is greatly appreciated.


Association News

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

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 members. 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 Spanish conversation at 10:00 am, with no charge. Occasionally we will visit a local restaurant for a Mexican lunch. Michael 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, especially when you have so many interesting friends. It is similar to bridge because it involves four players bro-ken into teams of two; however, it is MUCH EASIER to play. Tuesdays, 1:00 - 3:30 pm

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 game of doubles on Wednesday and Friday summer hours are, 9:00 to 11:30 am. If you are not sure this is your game, give it a try, no experience necessary. Racket and birdies are provided for new comers. 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 inter-ested 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.

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

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

CARPET BOWLERSOur Carpet Bowling club will teach for free any members who are interested to learn the game. We play on Mon-days 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 proj-ect Thursdays at 1:00 pm and work on it for two hours while you visit with a welcoming group.

CENTURY DRAGONSWe are looking for Active Seniors (59+) to join our team. Our competitive Women’s team practices twice weekly and a recreational Mixed team practices once a week. Practices are held on False Creek through Dragon Zone. Come join us for a trial paddle!

Contact Carey Stoneberg at [email protected] or call 604.374.2489 for further details.


Association News CLUB NEWSDARTS Have you never tried Darts? Come & see what is in-volved. 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 post-ed on the wall at the entrance to the Fir Room.

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: July 18, 2:30 pm.

MEMORY CORNER The current Memory Corner exhibit is in honour of Gar-dens. Thanks to all those who have lent us their precious items to display.

PICKLEBALLWe play summer hours: Thursdays, 9:30 am - 2:30 pm and Mondays in July, 9:00 am - 11:30 am.

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!

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.

TABLE TENNISWe play summer hours: Tuesday, 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 CORNERBIRTHDAY PARTY VOLUNTEERSVolunteers needed to help with the monthly Birthday Party celebrations held usually on Wednesdays or Fri-days from 7:00 - 9:00 pm. Duties include, setting tables, preparing refreshments, serving, and clean up. Join this happy group of volunteers that really know how to put a smile on people’s faces.

FOOD SERVICE VOLUNTEER DISHWASHERJoin our merry team of busy people in the Connections Café. With the amazing help from our volunteers our food service exceeds excellence! We are currently looking for Dish-washers to volunteer from 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, throughout the week. Let us know what day you are available to help!

TECH VOLUNTEERS WANTEDIf you are proficient with any kind of device and would be willing to work with other seniors the Technology Working Group wants to talk with you. Please leave your name at the front office and someone will contact you with details and volunteer opportunities.

Please contact me if you are interested in this volunteer opportunity at [email protected]

FALLS PREVENTION PRESENTATIONParticipate in a group presentation by Fraser Health to discuss the tips and tricks for falls prevention. Learn about ways to stay independent and active. Please reg-ister for the presentation through the Falls Prevention of-fice: 604.587.7866.

Tuesday, 9:00 am - 9:45 amJuly 23

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

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!


EMOTIONAL HEALTH CORNER

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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 (member-ship 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 committed 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 Connec-tions 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 donations for the running of their program. Our coun-sellors are dedicated trained volunteers who support people through life transitions, for example, bereave-ment, 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 spon-sorship 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.

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.

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 soduku & we’ve run out of pho-tocopies, please let the office know & we’ll make another one for you, thank you!

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SUMMER HOURSCentury House will be closed on Monday, July 1 for Can-ada Day.

Please note that our summer hours will commence on Tuesday July 2. They are as follows:Mon., Tues., Wed., & Fri. 9:00 am - 4:00 pmThursday 9:00 am - 9:00 pmSaturday & Sunday Closed

YOUTH CENTRE SUMMER HOURS (Century House members) (Starts Tuesday July 2)Extended hours for Exercise Room:Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 2:30 pm.

Multi-Purpose Room, Computer Room, round table:Monday, Wednesday & Friday 9:00 - 11:30 amTuesday & Thursday 9:00 am - 2:30 pm

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.

JULY BIRTHDAY PARTYJuly is the month in which school is out, free agents are signed to big contracts, vacations are enjoyed, and birth-days are celebrated! Everyone is invited to a birthday party celebrating all of our members born in July. Our special entertainment guest this month will be the fabu-lous musical duo Pancho and Sal, also known as Rio Samaya! We will also play bingo, serve refreshments and award prizes. Tickets must be picked up or reserved by 9:00 pm, Thursday, July 11. 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 July 12Birthday Members: FREE, Guests: $3.50

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, 6:30 - 8:00 pm July 11 & 18

LEADS LEADERSHIP TRAINING INFORMATION SESSIONAre 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 meaning-ful volunteer experience? LEADS (Learning, Educating and Developing Seniors) support your interest in lifelong learning, starting with a series of workshops exploring Leadership, Communication and Development topics. LEADS give you a supportive 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 Cen-tury House. In you are interested in participating in the upcoming program please sign up at the front office. The program will run in the Fall 2019.

TECHNOLOGY FOCUS GROUP UPDATEThank you to everyone for attending one of the Technol-ogy Focus Groups in March. A small group is 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• security information session• new schedule for iPhone/android one on one sessions• video production program

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

TEXTING SHORTCUTSBCNU (Be seeing you)D/L (download)IDK (I don’t know)ALOL (actually laughing out loud)TTYL or TTUL or T2YL (Talk to you later)IRL (In real life)

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.

NETWORKING CIRCLE Are you 50+ and new to New Westminster? Have you recently 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.

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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 creative endeavors. Get your brochure at the front office early July. Fall Registration begins Thursday July 18 and you can also register online, in person or over the phone.

BROADWAY FITNESS This class features all the tunes from the past. Emphasis will be placed on teaching how moves are put together and how to transition from one move to another. The usu-al warm-up and cool-down included.

Thursday, 7:00 - 8:00 pm (Janice Stevens)July 4 - 25 Registration Fee: $42.50 23810

DANCE MOVEMENT FOR WOMEN This class is for dancers and non-dancers. Creative, beautiful, expressive and sometimes a little sassy, moving with music enhances mental and emotional well-being and keeps mature bodies agile and well balanced. Deanne’s classes are fun, keep us smart, engaged and youthful. Remember ladies, we are never too old to dance!

Thursday, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm (Deanne Rapacioli)July 4 - August 8Registration Fee: $51.50 23012

MEDITATION Meditation is centering, calming way of getting beyond the exhaustion of the racing mind. We learn how to get beyond fear, into a state of truth, consciousness, love, wholeness. We shift from the stressful fight or flight ner-vous system or sympathetic nervous system into the calming, intuitive, receiving parasympathetic nervous system. In this state, this is where healing in the body and mind can take place. We meditate in a non-judgmen-tal, highly supportive environment-together.

Thursday, 1:00 - 2:00 pm (Jane Braithwaite)July 4 - 25 Registration Fee: $30.50 23521

BEGINNER’S DRAWING AND WATERCOLOUR This beginner’s course is about the basics of drawing with pencil and ink, flowing into watercolour pencils and eventually the technique of watercolours on paper. Bring the following to class: sketch book, pencil, and eraser.

Tuesday, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm (Riette Gordon)July 2 - August 20 Registration Fee: $92.00 (8 weeks) 23125

SKETCHING FROM NATURE I For those who enjoy sketching out in the back garden, park, beach or patio, this workshop will introduce you to the basics of sketching outdoors. We will begin in the studio, practicing drawing leaves, twigs, shells, rocks, driftwood and flowers. Some simple techniques will be demonstrated to add interest, using shading, tex-ture, and line variation. Then we will head outdoors to sketch, back in the studio the last part of class to share our drawings and finish them up. In the event of rainy weather, we will work indoors from still life, or photo im-ages. All skill levels are welcome. Suggested supply list available upon registration.

Monday, 12:30 - 2:30 pm (Peri Nilan)July 8 & 15Registration Fee: $35.00 23118

SUMMER PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

Summer Registration (July & August)Summer Program Registration is ongoing.

Pick up a program brochure at the front office.


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THE COMEDY OF ERRORS Shadows & Dreams Theatre Company is back with one of William Shakespeare’s funniest comedies. A serious case of mistaken identity occurs when two sets of twins end up in the same town. This hilarious farce is filled with mayhem, chaos and laughs as each of them try to navi-gate the townspeople’s confusion. All performances are held rain or shine. Queen’s Park Bandshell Saturday & Sunday, 2:00 pm July 20, 21, 27, 28, August 3 & 4 Drop-in Fee: Free

OPEN STAGE This free, family-friendly series offers performances by local emerging artists, light snacks, and an open-mic to close out each event. Brought to you in partnership by Two Gents of New West and the Arts Council of New Westminster’s Momentum Youth Arts program. For more details, email [email protected] Queen’s Park Bandshell Saturday, 11:00 am - 5:00 pm August 10, 17, 24 Drop-in Fee: Free

POETRY IN THE PARK These always-popular poetry readings feature talented poets from around the Lower Mainland and equally tal-ented poets who participate in the open mic session. This series is proudly organized by Royal City Literary Arts Society. In the event of rain, readings will move just a few steps away to the Arts Council Gallery. Queen’s Park Bandshell Wednesday, 6:30 - 8:30 pm July 3 - August 28 Drop-in Fee: Free

KILLER WHALES OF THE COAST Killer whales have a reputation for being one of the fierc-est hunters in the water, giving them their name. In this engaging and interactive presentation for all ages, Rip-ple Coast Society breaks down misconceptions of these creatures and introduces their complex intellect, behav-iour, language, and culture. Queen’s Park Bandshell Sunday, 2:00 pm July 7 Drop-in Fee: Free

SFU PHILOSOPHER’S CAFÉ - LONELINESS & BELONGINGJoin us in the museum as we discuss relevant philosoph-ical issues with members of your community. This ses-sion we explore our social environment. Are single-adults ignored in our society? Does this attitude contribute to the increased numbers of singles living isolated lives? Moderator: Valerie MallaNew Westminster Museum 604.527.4640 Wednesday, 6:00 - 7:30 pm July 10 Drop-in Fee: Free

OUR WORKING WATERFRONT WALKING TOUR Walk along New Westminster’s waterfront as we highlight the instrumental role of waterfront industry in New Westmin-ster over the last 70 years. Learn about New Westminster’s international shipping ports, saw mills, shipbuilding outfits and how that legacy continues to reverberate in today’s in-creasingly residential waterfront. The tour will end at Steel & Oak, an example of contemporary waterfront industry, where guests are encouraged to continue the conversation about our working waterfront. Registration Required. Meet at the World’s Tallest Tin Soldier (East end of River Market). Anvil Centre 604.527.4640 Saturday, 3:30 - 5:00 pm July 20 Registration Fee: By Donation 22971

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TOP DOG: CKNW - THE NEW WESTMINSTER YEARS LECTURE The New Westminster Museum and Archives is joining forces with 980 CKNW to celebrate their 75th Anniver-sary! During the “980 CKNW 75 Years Celebration” at Anvil Centre, and again in the evening, this lecture will highlight the “NW” in “CKNW”. Using archival sources and focusing on the 1950s, we will examine the station’s years in the Royal City: its personalities, its development, and more. Registration required. Anvil Centre Room 417 604.527.4640 Thursday, 2:00 - 3:00 pm Thursday, 7:00 - 8:00 pm August 15 Registration Fee: Free 22973

VICTORIAN BOOK CLUBDiscuss Victorian (and Edwardian) literature and culture as you sip tea in the luxurious 1865 Irving House. We will read literary works by the Brontës, Charles Dickens, Robert Louis Stevenson, Oscar Wilde, H. G. Wells, Jo-seph Conrad, Henry James, Mark Twain and many oth-ers. This is the perfect opportunity to meet new people and get involved in your community! The book club meets on a Saturday afternoon every two months. Irving House 604.527.4640 Saturday, 1:00 - 2:00 pm Please call for dates Registration Fee: By Donation

SUMMER IN NEW WESTMINSTER

CELEBRATE CHINAJoin us as we celebrate one of the largest countries in the world with one of the richest and most diverse cul-tures. Several excellent acts will perform for you including dancers, musicians and more. Cake, coffee and tea will be served during the intermission. Get your tickets now before they disappear!

Friday, 7:00 - 9:00 pmJune 28Members: $5.00 (non-members: $6.00)

38TH ANNUAL SENIOR SLUGGERS TOURNAMENTThe Moody Blues are competing in the Senior Sluggers Tournament and they want you to know they love receiving support. The plan is to have the team play around 10:00 am on Tuesday at the big ball diamond in Moody Park for their first game. The team will play at least one other game and will likely play even more as they aim for another championship. The complete schedule will be available at the field. Why not come over and root the home team on?

Tuesday, July 2 & Thursday, July 4

ORAL HEALTHTwo students from the Vancouver College of Dental Hy-giene will be coming to Century House for a free presen-tation on dental health. The topic of their presentation is “Oral Changes Common with Aging“, and they will focus on an array of different issues relating to oral health. If you would like to attend please sign up at the office.

Wednesday, 1:00 - 2:00 pm July 17

HEARING WORKSHOPThis session is titled Communication Tips for Hearing Aid Users (and their loved ones). During this session you will learn about how hearing aids work - and how they don’t work. This is important information for those who are us-ing hearing aids and for those who are living with those who do. Shally Yuan from Connect Hearing will be mak-ing the presentation and will stay to answer questions following the presentation. Please leave your name at the office if you would like to attend.

Tuesday, 1:00 - 2:00 pm July 9

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 pmJuly 18Free

TED TALKS COMES TO CENTURY HOUSECome to Century House and watch this Ted Talk, “Good” and “Bad” are Incomplete Stories We Tell ourselves. In this talk about the beautiful, complicated, joyful and hard journey of raising a rare girl, Heather Lanier questions our assumptions about what makes a life “good” or “bad,” challenging us to stop fixating on solutions for whatever we deem not normal, and instead to take life as it come. Stay for a facilitated discussion afterwards.

Wednesday, 1:00 pmJuly 24


CONNECTIONS CAFÉ JULY MENU

Monday, July 1 Canada Day - Centre ClosedTuesday, July 2 Chicken Strips & Caesar SaladWed., July 3 Beef Dip & French FriesThursday, July 4 Fruit PlateFriday, July 5 Herb Crusted CodMonday, July 8 Chicken a la KingTuesday, July 9 Vegetarian Lasagna & SaladWed. July 10 Chicken Cordon BleuThursday, July 11 Baked Salmon with Asian SaladFriday, July 12 Beef Pot Pie & SaladMonday, July 15 Chicken Stuffed with Brie CheeseTuesday, July 16 Salmon Burger with Coleslaw & Potato ChipsWed., July 17 Chicken Quesadilla & SaladThursday, July 18 Spinach Pie & SaladFriday, July 19 Hot Dog, Coleslaw & Potato ChipsMonday, July 22 Fish & ChipsTuesday, July 23 Fruit PlateWed., July 24 Soup & SandwichThursday, July 25 Chef’s SaladFriday, July 26 Chicken Stuffed with Brie CheeseMonday, July 29 Curried Salmon Pasta SaladTuesday, July 30 Perogies & Sausage Wed., July 31 Greek Chicken Skewers with Orzo Salad

Lunch is served weekdays, 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, with hot entrées for $6.25 or a selection of soups and sandwiches (menu is subject to change). Take out en-trees are available at 1:00 pm and snacks are avail-able weekdays, 9:00 am - 230 pm.

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.

Activities

OUTDOOR PAINTING - WATERCOLOUR AND INK This class is for those who have some experience in Water-colour. We will paint in outdoor locations. First class meets at Century House. Bring your own supplies to this class.

Friday, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm (Riette Gordon)August 2 - 23Registration Fee: $80.00 23124

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 advise the office if you will be attending.

Wednesday, 1:30 pm August 14

NEW WEST PRIDE HOEDOWNMark your calendars and plan to attend this year’s Pride Hoedown. Have some hoedown fun: square dancing, two-step, line dancing. Demonstrations and dancing so come on out, even if you don’t know how, we’ll be happy to show you. Summer refreshments provided. Everyone welcome to this free event! Sponsored by Century House Seniors Gay Straight Alliance.

Wednesday, 1:00 pmAugust 14

THE SUMMERTIME BLUESChase away those end of summer blues with a night of wonderful music, some delicious cake and beverages and a few fun games. One of our entertainers will be the fabulous Youth Korean Orchestra who has been coming here for years now. Absolutely everyone is welcome and the bluer the better! Put on your blue jeans, blue shorts, a blue blouse, tie, skirt or shirt. The thing is to make ev-erything you wear as blue as possible!

Friday, 7:00 - 9:00 pmAugust 30Members: $5.00, Non-members:$6.00

COMING IN AUGUST

BURSARY WINNERSThe Century House Association Bursary Committee would like to congratulate Maggie Chen, Cathy Feng, Kate Haberl, Yadi Mao, Maria Serban and Carissa (Clo) Wang, who each won a $650.00 bursary to help with their post-secondary school tuition based on the volunteer contributions they each made to the community. Congrat-ulations to all the winners!

SKETCHING FROM NATURE II This workshop is for those who are interested in taking their nature sketches to the next level. We will begin in the studio, experimenting with mixed media techniques, adding colour to drawings. Then we will head outdoors to sketch, meeting back in the studio the last part of class to share our artwork and finish them up. In the event of rainy weather, we will work indoors from still life, or photo images. All skill levels are welcome. Suggested supply list available upon registration.

Monday, 12:30 - 2:30 pm (Peri Nilan)August 12 - 26Registration Fee: $52.50 23119


MONDAY9:00-2:30 Computer Room Drop-in (Computer Lab)9:00-2:30 Fitness Centre Drop-in (Fitness Centre)9:00-11:30 Pickleball (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)12:30-2:30 Sketching from Nature 1 (Spruce) (Jul 8 & 15)12:30-4:00 Canasta (Birch/Cedar)1:00-3:30 Cribbage (Arbutus)

TUESDAY9:00-2:30 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)9:00-3:00 Senior Sluggers (Moody Park Ball Diamonds) (July 2)9:00-4:00 Falls Prevention Clinic (Oak) (Jul 23)9:30-10:30 Moderate Fitness Drop-In Stretch & Strength (Douglas/Fir)10:00-12:00 Beginners Drawing & Watercolour (Spruce)10:00-12:00 Book Club (Oak) (Jul 9)10:00-4:00 Steveston Cannery Trip (Jul 16)10:45-11:45 Drop-in Yoga (Fir)1:00-2:00 Hearing Clinic (Oak) (Jul 9)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)

WEDNESDAY9:00-2:30 Computer Room Drop-in (Computer Lab) 9:00-2:30 Fitness Centre Drop-in (Fitness Centre)9:00-11:30 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)10:00-12:00 Senior Peer Counselling Meeting (Spruce) (Jul 31)10:45-11:45 Drop-in Yoga (Fir)11:00-12:00 Mild Fitness Drop-In-Toning (Douglas)11:30-5:30 Helicopter Through the Lions Trip (Jul 10)12:30-1:25 Get Up & Go (Douglas) 12:30-1:30 Active Age 1 (Oak) (Jul 3)1:00-2:00 Dental Health Clinic (Oak) (Jul 17)1:00-3:30 Cribbage (Arbutus)1:00-3:30 Wednesday Crafts (Spruce)1:30-3:30 Minds in Motion (Douglas) 1:45-2:45 Active Age 2 (Oak) (Jul 3)

THURSDAY8:15-6:15 Pender Harbour Boat Cruise Trip (Jul 4)9:00-2:30 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)9:00-3:00 Senior Sluggers (Moody Park Ball Diamonds) (July 4)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) (Jul 18 & 25)9:30-10:30 Moderate Fitness Drop-in-Workout (Douglas/Fir)9:30-11:45 Mahjong (Birch/Cedar) 9:30-12:00 Ukulele Drop-in (Oak)10:45-11:45 Fitness Centre Circuit (Fitness Centre) (Jul 18 & 25)11:00-12:00 Dance Movement for Women (Fir)12:45-4:00 Canasta (Arbutus)1:00-2:00 Meditation (Oak)1:00-3:00 Artists Drop-in (Spruce)1:00-3:00 Darts (Hemlock) 1:00-3:30 Whist (Birch/Cedar)2:30-4:00 Learning Garden Committee Meeting (Fir) (Jul 18)6:00-8:30 Bridge (Arbutus)6:30-8:00 Smart Phone Help (Lobby) (Jul 11 & 18)7:00 -8:00 Broadway Fitness (Fir)7:00-9:00 Secret Bad Guy game (Fir) (Jul 18)

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) 9:00-11:30 Badminton (Multipurpose)9:00-12:00 Outdoor Painting-Watercolour & Ink (Spruce) 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) 11:00-12:00 Mild Fitness Drop-In-Toning (Fir)12:30-1:25 Get Up & Go (Oak)12:30-9:00 Whistler Peak to Peak Trip (Jul 26)1:00-3:00 Scrabble (Arbutus)1:00-3:45 Bingo (Douglas/Fir)1:00-3:45 Bridge (Birch/Cedar)4:30-8:30 Burnaby Mountain Trip (Jul 19)7:00-9:00 Birthday Party (Jul 12)

GO! GET! GIVE! Week At A Glance


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COCKNEY KINGS AND BURNABY MOUNTAIN (Confederation Mini Bus)What better way to celebrate a summer evening than with a delicious fish and chips meal at Cockney King’s in Burnaby! Following dinner you will be whisked up to Burnaby Mountain Park for a spectacular view of the sunset and a stroll through the rose gardens and topiary. Dinner included.

Friday, 4:30 - 8:30 pmJuly 19Members: $33.00 (non-members: $40.00)

COOMBS AND QUALICUM BEACH (Bonsor Mini Bus)Come along with Joy Brown of Galiano Tours for a fan-tastic trip over to Vancouver Island. You will start with a walk on the beach and a visit to the pretty town of Qua-licum Beach. Lunch and dessert will be served in the lovely Qualicum Inn, overlooking the sea. You will visit the huge, fun and eclectic ‘Goats on the Roof’ market in Coombs and you will also make a stop at the Little Quali-cum Cheese and Winery for some delicious hand-crafted cheese and wine. If anybody is under 65 or not a BC resident the ferry fare is $30.00 return, payable to Joy in cash on the morning of the trip. Lunch included.

Tuesday, 7:00 am - 7:30 pmAugust 13Members: $140.00 (non-members: $168.00)

LANGLEY FARM AND WINERY TOUR (Bonsor Mini Bus)Summer is the perfect time to get back to nature with a farm and winery tour to Langley. Your first stop will be to the Krause Berry Farm. You will have time to browse through the shop, have a coffee or treat, or even pick a few berries if you are quick! From there it is a short run to Newlands Golf Course for their fabulous all-you-can-eat lunch buffet. Your final stop will be to a local Langley vine-yard for a tour and some wine samples. Lunch included.

Wednesday, 9:30 am - 4:00 pmAugust 14Members: $50.00 (non-members: $60.00)

Please 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.

NORTH VANCOUVER NIGHT MARKET (Confederation Mini Bus)Most people are familiar with the famous Night Market in Richmond, but did you know that there is also one in North Vancouver, just steps away from Lonsdale Quay? If not, this is the perfect opportunity to treat yourself to a lovely evening at an outdoor market located right along the shore at a former shipyards adjacent to the Lonsdale Quay. Dinner not included.

Friday, 5:00 - 9:00 pmAugust 16Members: $12.00 (non-members: $14.50)

SUNSET CRUISE (Bonsor Mini Bus)Treat yourself to a spectacular sunset cruise around Stanley Park, Coal Harbour and English Bay. While you are out on the water for your two and half hour cruise you will enjoy a buffet dinner featuring top sirloin beef, fillet of salmon, roasted potatoes, vegetable medley, rice pi-laf, two salads, rolls, and some decadent desserts, along with coffee and tea. You will be able to enjoy the view from inside or head on out to the decks to experience the fresh air and smell of the salt water if you wish before returning to port. Experience Vancouver from a vantage point you don’t always get to. Dinner included.

Tuesday, 10:00 am - 4:00 pmAugust 20Members: $100.00 (non-members: $120.00)

GO! GET! GIVE! Bus Trips

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Bus Trips

SUNFLOWER FESTIVAL AND CLAYBURN VILLAGE (Bonsor Mini Bus)Come along with Joy Brown of Galiano Tours for a trip up to the Fraser Valley. At the Sunflower Festival itself you will walk through acres of golden sunflowers, some as high as twelve feet tall! You will also visit the Mennonite Museum, and stop at a local farm in Chilliwack. Lunch will be served in Abbotsford and a delicious afternoon team will be served in the charming English Village store in Clayburn Village. Lunch included.


AUDAIN GALLERY IN WHISTLER (Bonsor Mini Bus)The resort of Whistler is always a great destination, but on this trip you will also get to experience the wonderful Audain Art Gallery and Museum. This spectacular gallery features some fantastic architecture and many amazing works of art. You will also be able to enjoy the Whistler Vil-lage and can make your own decision where you would like to have lunch. Lunch not included.


If you hurry you still might find some tickets for these trips:

PENDER HARBOUR BOAT CRUISE (Bonsor Mini Bus)Come along with Joy Brown of Galiano Tours for a one hour cruise through the waters of Pender Harbour with views of Texada Island. There will be time to explore Gibsons. Lunch and dessert will be served by the sea in Sechelt. Lunch included.

Thursday, 8:15 am - 6:15 pmJuly 4Members: $153.00 (non-members: $184.00)

HELICOPTER THROUGH THE LIONS (Bonsor Mini Bus)Your first stop is the Lonsdale Quay for lunch. From there it is up to Grouse Mountain where you will ride the gon-dola up. You will then get divided up in groups and take turns going on a once in a lifetime fifteen minute heli-copter tour. Prior to going you will be required to sign a waiver. Lunch not included.

Wednesday, 11:30 am - 5:30 pmJuly 10Members: $240.00 (non-members: $288.00)

STEVESTON CANNERY (Bonsor Mini Bus)Your first stop will be to the Gulf of Georgia Cannery for a guided tour and short film. When you are finished there it is straight down to Pajo’s on the water for the best fish and chips meal in town! There will be time following lunch to browse through the local shops or take a walk along the river. Lunch included.

Tuesday, 10:00 am - 4:00 pmJuly 16Members: $45.00 (non-members: $54.00)

WHISTLER PEAK TO PEAK (Confederation Mini Bus)Come along with Joy Brown of Galiano Tours for a trip up to Whistler. There you will ride the fabulous Peak to Peak Gondola between Whistler and Blackcomb moun-tains to experience 360 degree views of mountain peaks, glaciers and forests. There will also be time to walk the trails and explore the mountains. A full BBQ buffet dinner with desserts is served on Whistler Mountain at 6,000 feet. Dinner included.

Friday, 12:30 - 9:00 pmJuly 26Members: $159.00 (non-members: $191.00)


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

TIME MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY

9:00 am - 2:30 pm 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 Yoga11:00 am - 12:00 pm Light Exercise Toning Toning

12:00 - 3:30 pm

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 - Friday, 9:00 am - 2:30 pmClosed Saturday and SundayDrop-in Fee: $4.50, $36.00 for a 10x pass

EXERCISE ROOM CIRCUIT Join a fun and energetic circuit training group in our fan-tastic exercise room. You will enjoy instructed and su-pervised workouts that include the use of cardio, weight equipment, free weights, stability balls, bosu & 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, 9:30 - 10:30 am (Myken Brooks) 23034Thursday, 10:45 - 11:45 am 23035July 18 - August 8 Registration Fee: $42.50

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 department’s Active Pass right away. We will continue to use our new drop-in and 10-pass fitness rates.

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