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SUMMER 2015 EVENTS

In This Issue

Mystery Adventure

Day Trips

Tech Tuesdays

Picnics and Patios

Silver Cafés

Do you enjoy being active? Making new

friends? Learning new things? Travelling

& experiencing the beauty the Atlantic

provinces have to offer? If you answered

yes to any of these questions Riverview

Parks and Recreation is where you want

to be this summer!!

We welcome all residents and visitors 60+

to come and enjoy the activates and events

that we have planned for summer 2015.

Get ready everyone, this summer will be

one to remember !!

Introducing your Summer 2015 Summer Coordinator

Welcome everyone ,

My name is Kelsey Henderson and I am very excited to be this summer’s Seniors

Coordinator for the Town of Riverview . I have been working hard over the last few

weeks planning some fun and exciting activities for us to do over the next few months.

As far as the activities go, I made sure to keep some old favourites, but also made sure

to include some new ones for us to try.

With that being said, I look forward to meeting each and every one of you . Feel free to

contact me with any questions or concerns that you may have. It’s going to be a great

summer. You won’t want to miss a minute of it; so don’t forget to register for the

events that catch your eye!

Registration

In-person registration will begin

Thursday, May 28 at 10 a.m. at

55 Biggs Drive.

Or register online at: townofriverview.ca/onlineregistration

Please note: space is limited for

the Mystery trips and certain

events, so the sooner you sign up

the better!

You must have a family account as

of Fall 2014 to register for any

Town of Riverview program. Visit

our website or stop into the office

at 55 Biggs to create an account.

Contact Me

Office hours: 8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.

Kelsey’s Office Phone: (506) 387-2061

E-mail: seniors@townofriverview.ca

Technology Tuesdays

When: Tuesdays 10 a.m.

Where: Riverview Public

Library (30 Honour House Court)

Description: Computers and tablets can be difficult to navigate, let us help! We have one-on-one assistance from one of our “technology geniuses”. Sessions must be booked 1 day in advance by calling 387-2061 or drop into Parks & Recreation Office (55 Biggs Drive). Space is limited!

We will begin taking appointments Monday, June 1.

**Please note: no Tech Tuesday on June 30**

Walking Club

When: Monday, Wednesday, Friday

weekly at 9 a.m.

Where? Outdoors-Meet at the

gazebo in Riverview. Indoors—

Coverdale Recreation Centre

(50 Runneymeade Rd.)

Description: The River Striders is

a free-drop-in walking program! A

great way to stay physically active

and have tons of fun doing it! Join

us and be IN MOTION!!

Summer Events in the Community

Sunfest: June 27-July 1: A variety of activities are scheduled for annual

SUNFEST leading up to Canada Day. Go to www.townofriverview.ca. click on

“Things to do” -> “Events & Festivals” -> “SUNFEST” to see the event schedule.

Movies in the Park, Every Second Friday: Movies will be held at Caseley

Park starting on June 27at dusk. There will be a canteen on site, and FREE

popcorn!!! Be sure to bring your bug spray, lawn chair, and blankets to enjoy these

movies with friends and family. Rain location is Riverview Community Hall

(145A Lakeside Dr. at 7 p.m.).

Concerts in the Park: Wednesdays: Come out to Caseley Park every

Wednesday evening starting July 8 to enjoy some local talent! Rain location is the

Riverview Community Hall (145A Lakeside Dr. from 7-8 p.m.).

More fun summer events can be found in the Summer Events & Activities Booklet

Mark your calendars for the these mystery day adventure

trips! While I can’t tell you where we’re going, I can give

you some hints! In the past we’ve made trips to the Bottle

Houses in Prince Edward Island, Tall Ships Festival in

Halifax, Broadleaf Guest Ranch in Hopewell, Aquarium in

St. Andrews and other exciting Atlantic locations!

The Dates of Our Mystery Trips Are:

Friday, July 3: 8 a.m. -5 p.m.

Friday, July 17: 8 a.m. -5 p.m. Active Walking

Friday July 31: 8 a.m. -5 p.m.

Friday August 14: 8 a.m. -5 p.m. Active Walking

*You must register for theses trips because there is limited space!*

Registration fee is $35.00 + meals for each trip

Registration is May 28 from 10 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. at the Parks &

Recreation Office, 55 Biggs Drive.

If you miss this date, do not fret! You can register late by coming down

to the office between 8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. or give us a call!

Parks & Recreation office front desk (506) 387-2024

There is nothing like sitting outside on a beautiful

day, enjoying the sun, chatting with friends, and

indulging in a ice cold beverage. Join us on

Wednesdays at noon in various parks and restaurants for great

conversation & summer relaxation!

Date/Time Activity Location More Information

June 10

12 -3 p.m.

Cedar Café and a

walk around the

gardens

Corn Hill Nursery

located in Corn Hill

N.B

2700 Route 890

Let’s start the first ever Picnics and

Patios off with a bang!! We’ll meet at

the Nursery, relax & chat at the Cedar

Café followed by a stroll around the

beautiful gardens .

June 17

12 -2 p.m.

Picnic in Victoria

Park

Victoria Park

Moncton

Bring a picnic lunch and join us in

picturesque Victoria Park. After we

have our lunch we can wander around

the grounds taking in the beautiful

summer sights!

June 24

12 –2 p.m.

Café Archibald

Patio Relaxation

Café Archibald

Restaurant

221 Mountain Road,

Moncton

Join us on the veranda of Café

Archibald to catch some rays, chat with

friends, and enjoy a yummy summer

beverage

July 1

There will be no Picnics and Patios due to Canada Day.

Get out there and enjoy Sunfest!!

Date/Time Activity Location More Information

July 8

12 -2 p.m.

Mapleton Park

Picnic and Walk

Mapleton Park

600 Mapleton

Road, Moncton

Bring a picnic lunch and join us at

Mapleton Park. We’ll enjoy a picnic

lunch and perhaps a short walk on the

trails afterwards!

July 15

1-3 p.m.

Thomas

Williams House

Patio Relaxation

Thomas Williams

House

103 Park Street,

Moncton

Come join us on the veranda of the

beautiful Victorian Thomas Williams

House. This Wednesday’s edition of

Picnic and Patios is when they put on

their annual Strawberry Tea Social to

make the most out of strawberry

July 22

12 -2 p.m.

Wharf Village

Restaurant Patio

Relaxation

Wharf Village

Restaurant

50 Magic

Mountain Blvd

Experience the summer sun and great

company at this family run restaurant

in the heart of the quaint artificial

fishing village right here in Moncton

July 29

12 -2 p.m.

Café La Lieto

Patio Relaxation

Café La Lieto

Restaurant

200 Champlain

Street, Dieppe

Let’s sit out on the terrace and enjoy

great company while soaking up the

sun.

August 5

12 -2p.m.

Cora’s Patio

Relaxation

Cora’s Restaurant

730 Main Street,

Moncton

Come join us as we spend an afternoon

in the heart of downtown Moncton

making the most of patio season!

August 12

12 -2 p.m.

Centennial Park

Picnic and Walk

Centennial Park

811 St. George

Boulevard

Bring your picnic lunch and come on

out to Centennial Park. We'll enjoy a

picnic lunch and perhaps a short walk

through the park afterwards!

August 19

12 –3p.m.

Captain Dan’s

Patio Relaxation

Captain Dan’s

restaurant

50 Pointe du

Chene Warf

Shediac

Let’s make the last Picnics and Patios

of summer 2015 a memorable one.

Meet us at the beautiful Pointe du

Chene Wharf where we can get

together one last time and enjoy the

remainder of the summer sun.

Date/Time Activity Location More Information

June 11

11 a.m. –1 p.m.

Dobson Hike

& Bonfire

Picnic Lunch

Meet at Dobson

Trailhead on Pine

Glen Rd.

Get your outdoors shoes on and prepare for a

lovely summer hike on Dobson Trail with Camp

Discovery. The walk is approx. 15 minutes to

fire pit where we will roast hotdogs and marsh-

mallows. Bring your own water.

June 18

1– 2 p.m.

Naturopathic

Wellness

Session

Riverview

Community Hall

145A Lakeside Dr.

Join us for this very important and interesting

session that will be led by renowned

naturopathic practitioner Dr. Nicholas Anhorn.

He will giving us plenty of tips and tricks on

natural ways to keep our bodies healthy.

June 25

9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Atlantic

Wildlife

Institute

Meet at Parks and

Recreation Office

55 Biggs Drive

This is going to be an experience to remember!

Join us as we get an interactive tour of the

institute where animals in need are being

rehabilitated. It is a beautiful facility where they

do wonderful and caring work for animals who

need it most! To check out their website:

http://atlanticwildlife.ca/

June 30

9 a.m.-

12:30 p.m.

Sunfest Wii

Bowling

Tournament

Riverview

Community Hall

145A Lakeside Dr.

Our annual Wii Bowling tournament is back! Get

a team of 4 together or sign up as an individual.

Team organizing & warm-up is 9:00 a.m. and the

tournament starts at 9:30 a.m. Prizes to be won!

Must Pre-Register!

The Silver Café is a recreation program for 60+ adults living or

visiting in the tri-community area. Come to one activity or come to

all- each of the activities are designed for beginners! Please note that for some activities,

there is a limited space and a nominal registration fee.

Date/Time Activity Location More Information

July 9

10 - 11 a.m.

Fire Extinguisher

Safety Course

Fire Department

650 Pinewood

Road

Join us at the Fire Department as the Chief

gives us a hands on course on how to

safely and properly use a fire extinguisher.

A fire could happen at any time, let’s make

sure we're prepared! Only 16 seats

available.

July 16

8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Tubing Meet at Parks &

Recreation Office

55 Biggs Dr.

Join us in a floating tube down the Little

South West River in Miramichi. You’ll get

wet so wear your bathing suits. If you

aren’t a strong swimmer, it is encouraged

you bring a life jacket. There are limited

life jackets on site. Canteen on site for

lunch. There is a limit of 18 seats.

July 23

10 - 11 a.m.

Introduction to

Gentle Yoga

Parks and

Recreation

Fitness Studio

55 Biggs Drive

Let’s get physical! Join us as we have

Certified Yoga Instructor Jenny Hendy lead

us in a gentle and fun yoga session . You’ll

leave feeling relaxed and refreshed. Please

wear comfortable clothing and sneakers.

July 30

1 - 3 p.m.

Ceramicafe Meet at Parks &

Recreation Office

55 Biggs Drive

This Silver Café is for the artistic or

beginner painter alike. It’s time to get

creative as we paint some pottery (dishes,

mugs, etc.) at Ceramicafe in Dieppe.

August 6

1 - 3 p.m.

Berry Picking at

Harper’s Upick

Meet at Parks &

Recreation Office

55 Biggs Dr. OR at

Harper’s U-Pick

Who doesn’t love fresh, local raspberries?!

Come and join us in picking raspberries.

Each pound of raspberries picked is $2.75.

There is a limit of 15 seats. Or you could

meet us at 2937 Main St. Hillsborough!

August 13

10 - 11:30a.m.

Mini-Golf

Challenge

Meet at Parks &

Recreation Office

55 Biggs Drive

Show off your mini golf skills at Magic

Mountain’s mini-golf course. It’s only $6.50

for 18 holes! Note there is limited space if

you need transportation. We will meet at

Riverview Parks & Rec. Office, 55 Biggs Dr.

August 20

12 - 2 p.m.

End of Summer

BBQ!

Parks and

Recreation Office,

55 Biggs Dr.

Lets finish the summer right with good

food, treats, and friends. Bring a hot dish

to share! Hot Dogs will be provided.

Throughout the summer we will have extra events to get together and have some

fun. This summer, this is what we have planned:

Card Parties

There will be two card parties held at the Riverview Community Hall this summer! A

variety of games can be accommodated. Tea, coffee and heathy snacks will be provided:

When: Monday, July 13 & Monday, July 27 from 1 -4 p.m.

Where: Riverview Community Hall (145A Lakeside Drive )

Cost: FREE

Bowling

Let's warm up for the Sunfest Wii bowling tournament with some real bowling The fee will

be 8$ per person, which includes your bowling shoes and the opportunity to play 2 strings

of bowling

When: Friday, June 26 from 1:30 -3:30 p.m.

Where: Parklane Bowling Centre (28 Biggs Drive)

Cost: $8 a person

Victoria Park Arts and Crafts Fair

Come on out for an afternoon at the annual arts and crafts fair in Victoria Park. What a great

opportunity this would be to pick up some unique gifts for you or your loved one!

When: Friday, August 7 from 1 -3 p.m.

Where: Meet at the entrance to Victoria Park, Moncton

Cost : $4 entrance fee + any purchases

Homestead Brunch It’s almost the end of the summer, so lets share some stories and laughs over a group lunch

at the Homestead Restaurant on Coverdale Rd.

When: Monday, August 17 from 11 a.m.- 12:30 p.m.

Cost: Meal cost

Sunday

Mon day

Tues day

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

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2 3 4 5 6

7 8

Riverview

Walking Club

9 a.m.

9

Tech

Tuesdays

10 a.m. -

12 p.m.

10

Picnics and

Patios: Cedar

Café

12-3 p.m.

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Silver Café:

Dobson Hike &

Picnic Lunch

11 a.m.– 1 p.m.

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14 15

Riverview

Walking Club

9 a.m.

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Tech

Tuesdays

10 a.m. -

12 p.m.

17

Picnics and

Patios:

Victoria Park

12 - 2 p.m.

18

Silver Café:

Naturopathic

Wellness Info

session

1 -2 p.m.

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Riverview

Walking Club

9 a.m.

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Tech

Tuesdays

10 a.m. -

12p.m.

24

Picnics and

Patios: Café

Archibald

12 - 2 p.m.

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Silver Café:

Wildlife

Institute

9 a.m.– 1p.m.

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Special Event:

Bowling at

Parklanes

1:30 -3:30p.m.

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SUNFEST

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SUNFEST

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SUNFEST

30

SUNFEST

Wii Bowling

9 a.m.-

12:30p.m.

More events and event details in the

Riverview Events & Activities Brochure on

SUNFEST June 27- July 1

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

1

SUNFEST

Canada Day

2

NO SILVER

CAFÉ

3

Mystery Tour

8 a.m.- 5 p.m.

4

5 6

Riverview

Walking Club

9 a.m.

7

Tech

Tuesdays

10 a.m.-

12 p.m.

8

Picnics and

Patios:

Mapleton Park

12- 2 p.m.

9

Silver Café:

Fire

Extinguisher

Safety Course

10- 11 a.m.

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12 13

Special Event

Card Party 1

1 -4 p.m.

14

Tech

Tuesdays

10 a.m.-

12 p.m.

15

Picnics and

Patios: Thomas

Williams House

1– 3 p.m.

16

Silver Café:

Tubing

8:30 a.m.-

3 p.m.

17

Mystery Tour

(active walking)

8 a.m. -5 p.m.

18

19 20

Riverview

Walking Club

9 a.m.

21

Tech

Tuesdays

10 a.m.-

12 p.m.

22

Picnics &

Patios: Warf

Village

12 -2 p.m.

23

Silver Café :

Gentle Yoga

10 - 11 a.m.

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Special Event

Card Party 2

1- 4 p.m.

28

Tech

Tuesdays

10 a.m.-

12 p.m.

29

Picnics and

Patio: Café La

Lieto

12 –2 p.m.

30

Silver Café:

Ceramicafe

1 -3 p.m.

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Mystery Tour

8 a.m. -5 p.m.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

1

2 3

Riverview

Walking Club

9 a.m.

4

Tech

Tuesdays

10 a.m.-

12 p.m.

5

Picnics and

Patios: Cora’s

12- 2 p.m.

6

Silver Café:

Berry Picking

1- 3 p.m.

7

Special Event

Victoria Park

Craft Fair

1 -3 p.m.

8

9 10

Riverview

Walking Club

9 a.m.

11

Tech

Tuesdays

10 a.m.-

12 p.m.

12

Picnics and

Patios:

Centennial

Park

12 -2 p.m.

13

Silver Café:

Mini Golf

Challenge

10 -11:30a.m.

14

Mystery Tour

(active walking)

8 a.m. -5 p.m.

15

16 17

Special Event

Homestead

Brunch

11 a.m.-

12:30 p.m.

18

Tech

Tuesdays

10 a.m.-

12 p.m.

19

Picnics and

Patios: Captain

Dan’s

12 -3p.m.

20

Silver Café:

Summer End

BBQ

12- 2 p.m.

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