Abbotsford will be closed September 7, October 12 and December 24, 2015 - January 3, 2016

The Glebe Centre Community Programs

at Abbotsford

950 Bank Street 613-230-5730

www.glebecentre.ca (see Programs & Services / Community Programs)

e-mail us at: abbotsford@glebecentre.ca

Your Community Support Centre for Adults 55+

Jason Lutes

Fall 2015 Program Guide & Newsletter

September - December

An Abbotsford membership has its privileges! An Abbotsford membership has its privileges! An Abbotsford membership has its privileges! An Abbotsford membership has its privileges!

Membership year runs from January 1st to December 31st, 2015.

Only $40 a year, and lots of benefits:

Half Price starting in July for new new new new members.

� Pay reduced rates for classes

� Participate in clubs and activities for members only

� Have the Program Guide and notices mailed or e-mailed to you

� Join Abbotsford Council - have a say in how your Centre is run

� Enjoy partnership benefits with

local businesses

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Reception desk.

By Mail: By Mail: By Mail: By Mail: Fill out this Member Profile,

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Bloomfields Flowers Bloomfields Flowers Bloomfields Flowers Bloomfields Flowers

783 Bank St. (613-230-6434) 10% discount on all flowers and floral accessories

Booster Juice Booster Juice Booster Juice Booster Juice

856 Bank St. (613-236-3028) 10% discount on all items - boosters, juices, smoothies & snacks

Compact Music Compact Music Compact Music Compact Music

785 Bank St. (613-233-8922) 10% discount on all classical CD’s

The Glebe Apothecary The Glebe Apothecary The Glebe Apothecary The Glebe Apothecary

778 Bank St. (613-234-8587) 10% discount on all store merchandise; excludes prescriptions, stamps

Glebe Neighbourhood Activities Group Glebe Neighbourhood Activities Group Glebe Neighbourhood Activities Group Glebe Neighbourhood Activities Group

175 Third Ave. (613-233-8713) Discount on all GNAG programs offered at the Glebe Community Centre

Travel Cuts Travel Cuts Travel Cuts Travel Cuts

740 Bank St. (613-565-3555) $100 off a Sun Holiday (some restrictions apply)

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THE FINE PRINT: THE FINE PRINT: THE FINE PRINT: THE FINE PRINT: You may register for courses at the Abbotsford Reception Desk or by phone. Payment must be made at the time of registration to secure your place in the class. You may be asked to show your membership card. A minimum number of participants is required to run any course, and each course also has a maximum number of possible

participants, so it pays to register early if you are interested!

Courses that have not met the minimum enrolment requirement one week prior to their scheduled start date will be cancelled. Full refunds will be granted if a course is cancelled. Refunds for any other reason will be made only if the Centre is notified at least one week prior to the course start date. A $5.00 administrative fee will be charged on these refunds.

How to Register for ClassesHow to Register for ClassesHow to Register for ClassesHow to Register for Classes

In Person - at our Reception Desk

By Phone - 613613613613----230230230230----5730573057305730

By Mail - Abbotsford

950 Bank St.

Ottawa, ON K1S 5G6

Payment Methods:Payment Methods:Payment Methods:Payment Methods:

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Please register at least one week ahead of course start date.Please register at least one week ahead of course start date.Please register at least one week ahead of course start date.Please register at least one week ahead of course start date.

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Abbotsford Happenings….. ……………….....….………………………...….……………....4

Abbotsford Music Project, Bridge, Majong and more…. ….…..………..5

Your to-do list!.......................................…..……………………………….….……6/7

Fitness Classes & Descriptions …………………………………………….…..….….…8/9

Topical Talks, Salon Series…………………………...………………………………........10

Learn & Explore ‘Speaker’s Series’………………………...…….…………………..11

Clubs and Pastimes……………………………...….………….….…………………….………...12

Listing of all Clubs including Opera and Book Club……………………..13

Special Events………………………...………………………………..………..….........….14/15

Our Staff & Services………………...…………………………….……………..…..back page

40th Annual Bazaar & ‘Speakers Series’…………………………...………insert

Membership & Class InformationMembership & Class InformationMembership & Class InformationMembership & Class Information

The membership year runs from January 1, 2015 to December 31, 2015 The membership year runs from January 1, 2015 to December 31, 2015 The membership year runs from January 1, 2015 to December 31, 2015 The membership year runs from January 1, 2015 to December 31, 2015 Our 2015 membership rate is $40. Half price beginning in July for Our 2015 membership rate is $40. Half price beginning in July for Our 2015 membership rate is $40. Half price beginning in July for Our 2015 membership rate is $40. Half price beginning in July for new new new new members. members. members. members.

(Visa & MasterCard also available by telephone)(Visa & MasterCard also available by telephone)(Visa & MasterCard also available by telephone)(Visa & MasterCard also available by telephone)

Note: Note: Note: Note: The stated cost of classes is for members members members members only. Non-members are welcome to register for any of our courses, but will be charged $20 extracharged $20 extracharged $20 extracharged $20 extra.

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Abbotsford Happenings: Abbotsford Happenings: Abbotsford Happenings: Abbotsford Happenings:

Celebrating VolunteerismCelebrating VolunteerismCelebrating VolunteerismCelebrating Volunteerism By: Julie IretonBy: Julie IretonBy: Julie IretonBy: Julie Ireton

Every day, Monday to Friday, Dorothy Martyn arrives at the Glebe Centre long term care home at 7:30 am to help feed residents in need of aid their breakfast. Then she walks over to Abbotsford, the senior’s centre next door, to tidy the kitchen then start work in the boutique.

Martyn, 85-years-old, says she loves the work, even though she only gets paid in smiles and warm conversations.

Martyn is one of more than a hundred volunteers that allow the Glebe Centre Community Programs at Abbotsford to run smoothly and efficiently.

“I know I’m helping people in any way at all. Anyone I know I tell them, ‘You should volunteer.’ I think everyone should volunteer,” said Martyn.

Lonelle Butler, the volunteer co-ordinator at the Glebe Centre, would agree whole heartedly. She says she was proud to recommend Martyn and five others from the centre for the 2015 Ontario Volunteer Service Awards in June.

Among those being thanked for their years of volunteer work with the Glebe Centre Community Pro-grams at Abbotsford are: Marjorie Allan (Teddy Bears 20+ years), Hope Floyd (Crafts & Teddy Bears 25+ years), Patricia Greenwood (Hostess & Scrabble Coordinator 30+ years), Jean Lewis (Day Away, Crafts & Teddy Bears 20+ years), and Doris Smith (sorting, cleaning and pricing jewellery 30+ years).

For Butler, the volunteers are a vital part of the operation.

“It’s the reliability of these people, their commitment to help run these programs – programs that are incredibly important to families,” said Butler.

“Some programs like ‘Day Away’ just won’t run without volunteers. They are what sustain that program.”

Butler says volunteerism in the long term care sector is changing dramatically. She says she’s not able to attract the number of retirees that she would have 10 years ago.

“People are working longer, have cottages, they’re travelling and want to do a variety of meaningful volunteering in their retirement,” said Butler.

But she notes that younger people, including students are now helping at the long term care centre, including kids from the Glebe Montesorri, local high schools and the University of Ottawa.

Martyn says she’s met many friends throughout her years volunteering at the Glebe Centre and Abbotsford. She’s also a member at the senior’s centre and helps with the annual Christmas bazaar, but when it comes to workshops and exercise programs provided at the centre she says: “No, I’m too busy for those activities!”

“I like working in the boutique,” said Martyn. “People come in and know me. I love that.”

Abbotsford is your community support centre for Adults 55+. We are the community programs of The

Glebe Centre Inc., a charitable, not-for-profit organization which includes a 254 bed long term care

home. Find out more about our services by dropping by 950 Bank Street (the old stone house)

Mon- Fri 9-4 pm, telephoning 613-230-5730 or by checking out all of The Glebe Centre facilities and

community programs on our website www.glebecentre.ca

Meditation Class Meditation Class Meditation Class Meditation Class

Fridays: Sept 18 Fridays: Sept 18 Fridays: Sept 18 Fridays: Sept 18 ---- Nov 6 Nov 6 Nov 6 Nov 6

12:15 12:15 12:15 12:15 ---- 12:45 pm 12:45 pm 12:45 pm 12:45 pm (8 weeks)

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Intermediate Bridge Intermediate Bridge Intermediate Bridge Intermediate Bridge

Instructor: Claudette Légaré Claudette Légaré Claudette Légaré Claudette Légaré (10 student minimum)(10 student minimum)(10 student minimum)(10 student minimum)

We will continue to hone our bridge skills by looking at bidding to a game or part score using your knowledge base from previous lessons, planning the play of the hand, defending a contract ( 50% of the game)or part score, and still find the game fun.

We will also be looking at techniques that will further your knowledge of the game and new notions such as ‘Two over One’, an adaptation to the Standard American System, which provides more effective bidding and helps find the best game and explore slam possibilities.

Thursdays, 1:00 Thursdays, 1:00 Thursdays, 1:00 Thursdays, 1:00 ---- 3.00 pm 3.00 pm 3.00 pm 3.00 pm

Sept 17 Sept 17 Sept 17 Sept 17 ---- Nov 5 Nov 5 Nov 5 Nov 5

(8 weeks)

(10 student minimum) Cost: $60Cost: $60Cost: $60Cost: $60

Abbotsford Music Abbotsford Music Abbotsford Music Abbotsford Music ProjectProjectProjectProject

Choral director and songwriter Chris White Chris White Chris White Chris White gets everyone playing and singing music together in a relaxed, enjoyable way. You bring songs you would like the group to work on and everyone participates in whatever way they feel comfortable.

-musical instruments welcome but not required.

-no prior experience or musical knowledge required.

-the whole is greater than the sum of the parts!

-learn to tap into our natural inclination to make music together.

Wednesdays, 1:30 Wednesdays, 1:30 Wednesdays, 1:30 Wednesdays, 1:30 ---- 3:30 pm 3:30 pm 3:30 pm 3:30 pm

September 16 September 16 September 16 September 16 –––– November 18 November 18 November 18 November 18 (10 weeks)

Cost: $30Cost: $30Cost: $30Cost: $30

Learn to Play MahjongLearn to Play MahjongLearn to Play MahjongLearn to Play Mahjong (6 student minimum)(6 student minimum)(6 student minimum)(6 student minimum)

Learn to play this fascinating tile game where you get to build a flower wall, and create kongs and chows! And guess what?...It’s easy!

Wednesdays, 1:15Wednesdays, 1:15Wednesdays, 1:15Wednesdays, 1:15---- 2:45 pm ( 2:45 pm ( 2:45 pm ( 2:45 pm (1.5 hrs ) Sept 9 1.5 hrs ) Sept 9 1.5 hrs ) Sept 9 1.5 hrs ) Sept 9 ---- Oct 14 Oct 14 Oct 14 Oct 14 (6 weeks )

Instructor: Britt Quinlan

Cost $50Cost $50Cost $50Cost $50

Mindfulness ClassMindfulness ClassMindfulness ClassMindfulness Class

This class focuses on being mindful. Learn all about the techniques that will help you to reduce stress, sleep better and reduce Chronic pain.

Fridays: Sept 18 Fridays: Sept 18 Fridays: Sept 18 Fridays: Sept 18 ---- Nov 6 Nov 6 Nov 6 Nov 6

10:30 10:30 10:30 10:30 ---- 12 noon 12 noon 12 noon 12 noon (8 weeks)

Cost: $80 Cost: $80 Cost: $80 Cost: $80

Instructor: Zsofia Grandpierre : Zsofia Grandpierre : Zsofia Grandpierre : Zsofia Grandpierre

(minimum 10 participants)

Meditation gives us an opportunity to quiet our minds and focus our attention on what is happening to us right now. This group is dedicated to cultivating a deeper mindfulness practice by providing a weekly space to practice a variety of mindfulness meditations as a group. This class will be for those who have some previous meditation experience or have completed the Abbotsford introduction to mindfulness.

Cost: $40Cost: $40Cost: $40Cost: $40

Instructor: Zsofia GrandpierreZsofia GrandpierreZsofia GrandpierreZsofia Grandpierre

(minimum 10 participants)

Writing Your Memoirs Level II: Advanced Writing Your Memoirs Level II: Advanced Writing Your Memoirs Level II: Advanced Writing Your Memoirs Level II: Advanced Instructor: Anne Le DressayAnne Le DressayAnne Le DressayAnne Le Dressay

Mondays: 10:00 Mondays: 10:00 Mondays: 10:00 Mondays: 10:00 ---- 11:30 am Sept 14 11:30 am Sept 14 11:30 am Sept 14 11:30 am Sept 14 ---- Nov 23 Nov 23 Nov 23 Nov 23 (10 weeks*)

Cost: $50 (Maximum students 10) (*no class Oct 12)Cost: $50 (Maximum students 10) (*no class Oct 12)Cost: $50 (Maximum students 10) (*no class Oct 12)Cost: $50 (Maximum students 10) (*no class Oct 12)

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Everybody has a story - or stories. You may be writing your memoirs already or just thinking about it. It may be your whole life story or some specific part: childhood on a ranch, a career in the Arctic, a trip around the world, a hobby that turned into a business, a friend or relative or colleague who deserves to be better known. Whatever your project, this course will provide incentive and encouragement by means of the in-class instruction and memory-jogger exercises, the at-home assignments, and especially by means of the sharing and discussion of your work with others involved in similar projects. You can choose to work on one major project for the whole session or to write a variety of shorter pieces.

Writing Your Memoirs Level I: The Basics Writing Your Memoirs Level I: The Basics Writing Your Memoirs Level I: The Basics Writing Your Memoirs Level I: The Basics Instructor: Anne Le Dressay Anne Le Dressay Anne Le Dressay Anne Le Dressay

Wednesdays 10:00 Wednesdays 10:00 Wednesdays 10:00 Wednesdays 10:00 ---- 11:30 am Sept 16 11:30 am Sept 16 11:30 am Sept 16 11:30 am Sept 16 ---- Nov 18 Nov 18 Nov 18 Nov 18 (10 Weeks)

Cost: $50 (Maximum students 10) Cost: $50 (Maximum students 10) Cost: $50 (Maximum students 10) Cost: $50 (Maximum students 10)

Writers’ Circle Writers’ Circle Writers’ Circle Writers’ Circle (Club for Members only)

Mondays: 1:00 Mondays: 1:00 Mondays: 1:00 Mondays: 1:00 ---- 2:30 pm September 14 2:30 pm September 14 2:30 pm September 14 2:30 pm September 14 ---- Oct 26 Oct 26 Oct 26 Oct 26 (*6 weeks)

(*no class Oct 12)

Facilitator: Anne Le DressayAnne Le DressayAnne Le DressayAnne Le Dressay

$1 Drop$1 Drop$1 Drop$1 Drop----In FeeIn FeeIn FeeIn Fee

This one of a kind course will highlight various aspects of Cohen’s life and career. Instructor Anthony Berman Anthony Berman Anthony Berman Anthony Berman will guide you through 8 sessions, packed with fascinating facts and shared experiences. You will hear his poetry read aloud, partake in discussion based on lectures and be listen to some live recordings of Cohen’s signature songs.

Everything You Would Like to Know about Leonard CohenEverything You Would Like to Know about Leonard CohenEverything You Would Like to Know about Leonard CohenEverything You Would Like to Know about Leonard Cohen

Thursdays: 10:00 Thursdays: 10:00 Thursdays: 10:00 Thursdays: 10:00 ---- 11:00 am Sept 17 11:00 am Sept 17 11:00 am Sept 17 11:00 am Sept 17 ---- Nov 5 (8 weeks) Nov 5 (8 weeks) Nov 5 (8 weeks) Nov 5 (8 weeks)

Cost: $40Cost: $40Cost: $40Cost: $40

(Maximum 10 students) Leonard Cohen Portrait by David Meldrum

The Writers’ Circle is a gathering of writers who meet to read their works-in-progress to each other for feedback. If you are a writer of poetry, fiction, drama, or creative non-fiction who would like to get new perspectives on your work and learn from what others are doing, join this group. This is not a course, but an opportunity to benefit from the experience and insights of other writers.

I have a

story...

Note: Note: Note: Note: The stated cost of classes is for members members members members only. Non-members are welcome to register for any of our courses, but will be charged $20 extracharged $20 extracharged $20 extracharged $20 extra.

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Stained Glass Stained Glass Stained Glass Stained Glass (10 student maximum)(10 student maximum)(10 student maximum)(10 student maximum)

Learn the basics of this art form and make beautiful objects for your home and friends.

Instructor: Lindsay MarmenLindsay MarmenLindsay MarmenLindsay Marmen

* Note: * Note: * Note: * Note: You will be working with tools which

require manual dexterity.

ThursdaysThursdaysThursdaysThursdays, 9:30 - 11:30 am

Sept 17 Sept 17 Sept 17 Sept 17 ---- Nov 19 Nov 19 Nov 19 Nov 19 (10 weeks)

Cost: $45Cost: $45Cost: $45Cost: $45

Art Art Art Art (10 student maximum) (10 student maximum) (10 student maximum) (10 student maximum)

Explore acrylic, oil and watercolour techniques with artist Andrina CoxAndrina CoxAndrina CoxAndrina Cox. Special attention to colour theory and use of contrasting and harmonious colour.

Key notes and techniques for perspective and balanced composition provided.

Particpants work on their own projects and/or explore diverse painting exercise to further develop their painting confidence and skill.

Also: weather permitting, we will draw our inspiration from nature and paint outside by the pond and canal...all within walking distance from Abbotsford.

MondaysMondaysMondaysMondays, 10:00 - 12 noon

Sept 14 Sept 14 Sept 14 Sept 14 –––– Nov 23 Nov 23 Nov 23 Nov 23 (*10 weeks) (*no class Mon Oct 12)

Cost: $50 (includes material for demo’s)Cost: $50 (includes material for demo’s)Cost: $50 (includes material for demo’s)Cost: $50 (includes material for demo’s)

PotteryPotteryPotteryPottery

Learn the basics of hand-building and working on a wheel under the guidance of Andrina & Maggie CoxAndrina & Maggie CoxAndrina & Maggie CoxAndrina & Maggie Cox, our professional potters.

Members who are taking this class may use the studio to work on their own at other times of the week for $1 per day, paid at Reception.

Thursdays,Thursdays,Thursdays,Thursdays, 9:30 am - 12 noon or or or or 12:30 - 3:00 pm

Sept 24Sept 24Sept 24Sept 24---- Nov 26 Nov 26 Nov 26 Nov 26 (10 weeks)

Cost: $55 Cost: $55 Cost: $55 Cost: $55

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Uncial Script: basic instruction and review of the beautiful Uncial Script (sometimes referred to as Celtic). This script combines nicely on the page with Italic.

Some time will be devoted to writing with a very small nib size. Nibs will be provide for an additional fee.

Beginner are welcome.

Instructor: Joan Massey Joan Massey Joan Massey Joan Massey

Wednesday 10:00 Wednesday 10:00 Wednesday 10:00 Wednesday 10:00 ---- 12 noon 12 noon 12 noon 12 noon

Sept 16 Sept 16 Sept 16 Sept 16 ---- Nov 4 Nov 4 Nov 4 Nov 4 (8 weeks)

Cost : $35 Cost : $35 Cost : $35 Cost : $35

Computer TrainingComputer TrainingComputer TrainingComputer Training

Whether you wish to set up an e-mail account or learn to surf the Web, our computer instructors can help. This program is ideal for those who may just need individualized attention. Bring your own device.

$25 for 5 one on one sessions$25 for 5 one on one sessions$25 for 5 one on one sessions$25 for 5 one on one sessions

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STAY FITSTAY FITSTAY FITSTAY FIT

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Fall Fitness Class ScheduleFall Fitness Class ScheduleFall Fitness Class ScheduleFall Fitness Class Schedule

Multi Multi Multi Multi ---- Savings for Members taking two or more $75 fitness classes Savings for Members taking two or more $75 fitness classes Savings for Members taking two or more $75 fitness classes Savings for Members taking two or more $75 fitness classes

Yoga, Move to Music, Latin Dance & Tai Chi Class ScheduleYoga, Move to Music, Latin Dance & Tai Chi Class ScheduleYoga, Move to Music, Latin Dance & Tai Chi Class ScheduleYoga, Move to Music, Latin Dance & Tai Chi Class Schedule

DayDayDayDay CourseCourseCourseCourse TimeTimeTimeTime DatesDatesDatesDates InstructorInstructorInstructorInstructor CostCostCostCost **** Monday Aerobics 11:00 - 12 noon Sept 14 - Dec 7

(12 weeks)*

Joseph Cull $75

Tuesday Muscle Toning

Level 2

10:00 - 11:00 am Sept 15 - Dec 8

(12 weeks)*

Kris Belanger $75

Tuesday Muscle Toning

Level 1

11:00 - 12 noon Sept 15 – Dec 8

(12 weeks)*

Kris Belanger $75

Tuesday Seated Chair

Aerobics

1:00 - 2:00 pm Sept 15- Dec 1

(12 weeks)

Jan Quinn $75

Wednesday Strength Training

Level 2

9:00 - 10:00 am Sept 16- Dec 2

(12 weeks)

Sandy Bies $75

Wednesday Balance &

Mobility Program

10:00 - 11:00 am

(6 - 8 students)

Sept 16 - Dec 2

(12 weeks)

Sandy Bies $75

Thursday Aerobics 10:00 - 11:00 am Sept 17 - Dec 10

(12 weeks)*

Joseph Cull $75

Thursday Combo Class

Level 1

1:00 - 2:00 pm Sept 17 - Dec 10

(12 weeks)*

Rosi Riopelle $75

Friday Combo Class

Level 2

9:30 - 10:30 am Sept 18 - Dec 11

(12 weeks)*

Janice

Bridgewater

$75

Monday Yoga

Hatha Method

2:30 - 4:00 pm

(1 1/2 hrs)

Sept 14 - Dec 7

(12 weeks)*

Evelyn

Hadican

$95

Monday Move to World

Music

1:00 - 2:00 pm Sept 14 - Dec 14

(12 weeks)*

Susan

Barker

$75

Friday Latin Dance 1:00 - 2:00 pm Sept 18 - Dec 11

(12 weeks)

Michael

Mirkov

$75

Friday Modified Yang

Tai Chi

2:15 - 3:15 pm Sept 18 - Oct 9

(4 weeks)

Alexandra

Opar

$25

*No Class

Oct 12

*No Class

Nov 26

*No Class

Oct 12

*No Class

Oct 12 or 26

*No Class

Nov 26

*No Class

Nov 27

*No Class

Oct 6

*No Class

Oct 6

Not sure which class to take? Try a Class, just check in with Reception first.Not sure which class to take? Try a Class, just check in with Reception first.Not sure which class to take? Try a Class, just check in with Reception first.Not sure which class to take? Try a Class, just check in with Reception first.

*No Class

Nov 27

Yoga (Hatha methodYoga (Hatha methodYoga (Hatha methodYoga (Hatha method))))

Feeling a lack of coordination or balance and want to improve

your cardio quality at the same time? Yoga may be for you!

Muscle Toning Level 1 Muscle Toning Level 1 Muscle Toning Level 1 Muscle Toning Level 1 (with chairs): (with chairs): (with chairs): (with chairs):

This class comes highly recommended to build and maintain bone density, increase muscular strength, and improve flexibility.

Muscle Toning Level 2 Muscle Toning Level 2 Muscle Toning Level 2 Muscle Toning Level 2 (with floor work)(with floor work)(with floor work)(with floor work): : : : Have you been muscle-toning for a while and want more of a challenge? Then you may be ready for Level 2! There is a minimum of reliance on chairs in this class and you should be ready and able to do mat work on the floor.

AerobicsAerobicsAerobicsAerobics: : : : Focus on your cardiovascular system with a good workout for your heart muscle in this lively low-impact class. Also great for circulation and sense of well-being.

Balance and Mobility ProgramBalance and Mobility ProgramBalance and Mobility ProgramBalance and Mobility Program

............is designed for people who are having some balance problems, or who have fallen in the last year and are looking to do something to improve stability and balance. Would you like to improve your confidence and ability to do your everyday activities? Try this special program.

(Maximum 8 students)

Seated AerobicsSeated AerobicsSeated AerobicsSeated Aerobics

Having trouble weight bearing but want to keep fit? This is the class for you! You can get an excellent work out from a seated position, without compromising your health and well-being.

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Stay in shape! Or, if you are curious about one of our fitness classes and think you

might join the next session, drop in and give it a try, ask at Reception. ****Subject to # of students in class, to a maximum 15 students.

Fitness: Member’s DropMember’s DropMember’s DropMember’s Drop----in: $8.00 in: $8.00 in: $8.00 in: $8.00 Yoga: Member’s DropMember’s DropMember’s DropMember’s Drop----in: $10.00in: $10.00in: $10.00in: $10.00

Non Non Non Non----member’s Dropmember’s Dropmember’s Dropmember’s Drop----in: $10.00 Nonin: $10.00 Nonin: $10.00 Nonin: $10.00 Non----Member’s DropMember’s DropMember’s DropMember’s Drop----in: $12.00in: $12.00in: $12.00in: $12.00

Move to World Music Move to World Music Move to World Music Move to World Music from Around the Worldfrom Around the Worldfrom Around the Worldfrom Around the World

Movement and dance are fun. They diminish stress and fatigue & work all sorts of muscles...even the brain!

Latin DancingLatin DancingLatin DancingLatin Dancing

Some experience with Latin Dance helpful, no partners required just a willingness to participate…enjoy your weekly dance workout.

Beginners Tai Chi (Yang)Beginners Tai Chi (Yang)Beginners Tai Chi (Yang)Beginners Tai Chi (Yang)

As you improve your technique through repetition and encouragement your health will improve, increasing your aerobic capacity and enhancing your brain agility.

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‘‘‘‘Topical Talks’ Topical Talks’ Topical Talks’ Topical Talks’ on the Topic of….on the Topic of….on the Topic of….on the Topic of…. wide ranging, thought provoking and imaginative topics whilst

enjoying a muffin, juice and a coffee!

Refreshments served at 9:45 am. Talk begins at 10 am sharp! Cost $3.00 Refreshments served at 9:45 am. Talk begins at 10 am sharp! Cost $3.00 Refreshments served at 9:45 am. Talk begins at 10 am sharp! Cost $3.00 Refreshments served at 9:45 am. Talk begins at 10 am sharp! Cost $3.00

Monday Sept 28 Monday Sept 28 Monday Sept 28 Monday Sept 28 ---- Ryan HarrisRyan HarrisRyan HarrisRyan Harris, Senior Underwater Archaeologist of Parks Canada’s Underwater Senior Underwater Archaeologist of Parks Canada’s Underwater Senior Underwater Archaeologist of Parks Canada’s Underwater Senior Underwater Archaeologist of Parks Canada’s Underwater Archaeology Team Archaeology Team Archaeology Team Archaeology Team will share the inside story behind: Lost Beneath the Ice: The Search for Lost Beneath the Ice: The Search for Lost Beneath the Ice: The Search for Lost Beneath the Ice: The Search for Franklin’s Lost Ships and the Discovery of HMS Franklin’s Lost Ships and the Discovery of HMS Franklin’s Lost Ships and the Discovery of HMS Franklin’s Lost Ships and the Discovery of HMS Erebus ...Erebus ...Erebus ...Erebus ...this exciting discovery and the importance of finding this lost piece of Canadian history.

Monday Oct 26 Monday Oct 26 Monday Oct 26 Monday Oct 26 ---- Barb Clubb Barb Clubb Barb Clubb Barb Clubb is Ottawa 's former City Librarian with a continuing passion for progressive, accessible, citizen-centered library services and architecture. She is an active volunteer, reader, chorister and a principal with C2 Consulting Services. She will be presenting: DEWEY & DIGITAL: New library Service in the Age of Ebooks and Social Media.DEWEY & DIGITAL: New library Service in the Age of Ebooks and Social Media.DEWEY & DIGITAL: New library Service in the Age of Ebooks and Social Media.DEWEY & DIGITAL: New library Service in the Age of Ebooks and Social Media. Monday Nov. 30 Monday Nov. 30 Monday Nov. 30 Monday Nov. 30 ---- Paul Sokoloff Paul Sokoloff Paul Sokoloff Paul Sokoloff, botanist, ecologist and research assistant with the Canadian Canadian Canadian Canadian Museum of NatureMuseum of NatureMuseum of NatureMuseum of Nature will present What’s a Botanist Doing on Mars Anyway? What’s a Botanist Doing on Mars Anyway? What’s a Botanist Doing on Mars Anyway? What’s a Botanist Doing on Mars Anyway? Paul spent two weeks as a crew member on Expedition 143 to the Mars Desert Research Station in southern Utah. This Mars Society run outpost serves as an analog to the conditions that would be encountered on a manned mission to Mars (dry, cold, and remote), and is a counterpart to another research station on Devon Island, in the Canadian High Arctic. Simulated missions at these stations serve as a dress rehearsal for future trips to the red planet, allowing us to test equipment, experiments, and crew dynamics without leaving Earth. During this talk Paul will discuss the research project and out-reach efforts he led at MDRS, and answer the question “What’s a botanist doing on Mars anyway?”

Things to Ponder…Things to Ponder…Things to Ponder…Things to Ponder…

‘‘‘‘Abbotsford Salon’Abbotsford Salon’Abbotsford Salon’Abbotsford Salon’…

an ideas ‘book’ club, intended to launch conversation and discussion an ideas ‘book’ club, intended to launch conversation and discussion an ideas ‘book’ club, intended to launch conversation and discussion an ideas ‘book’ club, intended to launch conversation and discussion around topics of interest, novelty and importance.around topics of interest, novelty and importance.around topics of interest, novelty and importance.around topics of interest, novelty and importance.

Bring books and articles to first session, start the discussion and continue it on the next date...

Monday September 21 & October 26 at 12 Monday September 21 & October 26 at 12 Monday September 21 & October 26 at 12 Monday September 21 & October 26 at 12 noonnoonnoonnoon...bring your lunch!...bring your lunch!...bring your lunch!...bring your lunch!

Topic: : : : The Evolution and Power of Modern AdvertisingThe Evolution and Power of Modern AdvertisingThe Evolution and Power of Modern AdvertisingThe Evolution and Power of Modern Advertising

Please share your e-mail address with reception in order to keep abreast of books and papers to read and make suggestions to fellow thinkers. 613-230-5730

Fee: $1.00

What better way to spend an afternoon……

Come join our guests for a variety of presentations

each Wednesday Wednesday Wednesday Wednesday this fall.

$2.00 admission, includes speaker, tea/coffee and a home $2.00 admission, includes speaker, tea/coffee and a home $2.00 admission, includes speaker, tea/coffee and a home $2.00 admission, includes speaker, tea/coffee and a home----made treat! 1:00 made treat! 1:00 made treat! 1:00 made treat! 1:00 ---- 2:30 pm. 2:30 pm. 2:30 pm. 2:30 pm.

Learn & ExploreLearn & ExploreLearn & ExploreLearn & Explore

‘Speaker’s Series’‘Speaker’s Series’‘Speaker’s Series’‘Speaker’s Series’

SEPTSEPTSEPTSEPT 16 16 16 16 –––– Joan Kuyek, Chair of the Joan Kuyek, Chair of the Joan Kuyek, Chair of the Joan Kuyek, Chair of the Ottawa's “GottaGo!” GottaGo!” GottaGo!” GottaGo!” will kick off the fall series with a presentation on the “Gotta Go” campaign which aims to create a network of safe, free, clean and environmentally responsible public toilets and water fountains. You know you “Gotta Go” and find out more...

23 23 23 23 ---- Bank of Montreal Bank of Montreal Bank of Montreal Bank of Montreal (BMO Glebe’s) Erin Mader SmithErin Mader SmithErin Mader SmithErin Mader Smith, Financial Services Manager and Michael BlackburnMichael BlackburnMichael BlackburnMichael Blackburn from the Private Banking office will be here to present: Settling the Estate. Settling the Estate. Settling the Estate. Settling the Estate. This presentation will include a detailed look at the role of the executor, providing clarity of expectations, highlighting potential obstacles and providing guidance regarding the process. They will also announce the date of a special “Wills Clinic” where members get a chance to have their own wills reviewed.

30 30 30 30 ---- Amy MacPherson Amy MacPherson Amy MacPherson Amy MacPherson is a Planner at The City of Ottawa's Planning and Growth Management Infrastructure Services and Community Sustainability Department. She will be presenting:Urban Forest Urban Forest Urban Forest Urban Forest Biodiversity and Species at Risk in Ottawa. Biodiversity and Species at Risk in Ottawa. Biodiversity and Species at Risk in Ottawa. Biodiversity and Species at Risk in Ottawa. Let’s see how our City is working to keep our Urban Forest healthy in spite of the threats to it.

OCTOCTOCTOCT 7777---- Jen Fotheringham, MSW, RSW, Jen Fotheringham, MSW, RSW, Jen Fotheringham, MSW, RSW, Jen Fotheringham, MSW, RSW, and Pat Goyeche, BA ,Cert. of Gerontology, Pat Goyeche, BA ,Cert. of Gerontology, Pat Goyeche, BA ,Cert. of Gerontology, Pat Goyeche, BA ,Cert. of Gerontology, will present some of the ideas and concepts that have been captured in Dr. Atul Gawande’s latest book Being MortalBeing MortalBeing MortalBeing Mortal, , , , Medicine and What Matters in the End Medicine and What Matters in the End Medicine and What Matters in the End Medicine and What Matters in the End as the book relates to us all. “A deeply affecting, urgently important book – one not just about dying and the limits of medicine but about living to the last with autonomy, dignity, and joy.” – Katherine Boo

14 14 14 14 ---- Karen Anne Blakely, Director of Community Programs and Services Karen Anne Blakely, Director of Community Programs and Services Karen Anne Blakely, Director of Community Programs and Services Karen Anne Blakely, Director of Community Programs and Services will be presenting: European Tour de BlakelyEuropean Tour de BlakelyEuropean Tour de BlakelyEuropean Tour de Blakely, you will be exploring Rome, Cannes and Barcelona to name but of few ports of call, that she visited this summer with her family. Travel vicariously without leaving the luxury and comfort of the Abbotsford dining room.

21 21 21 21---- Katherine Arnup, PhD CPCC, Katherine Arnup, PhD CPCC, Katherine Arnup, PhD CPCC, Katherine Arnup, PhD CPCC, is a Life Coach, specializing in transitions, aging and end of life. She will be presenting the topic of her book; “I Don’t Have Time for This!” A Compassionate Guide to “I Don’t Have Time for This!” A Compassionate Guide to “I Don’t Have Time for This!” A Compassionate Guide to “I Don’t Have Time for This!” A Compassionate Guide to Caring for Your Parents and Yourself. Caring for Your Parents and Yourself. Caring for Your Parents and Yourself. Caring for Your Parents and Yourself. This will no doubt touch on many memories and be helpful for those going through this phase...remember everyone is welcome to participate...Learn & Explore!

28 28 28 28 ---- Ann Nowak, RN, BN. Med, Ann Nowak, RN, BN. Med, Ann Nowak, RN, BN. Med, Ann Nowak, RN, BN. Med, is a Public Health Nurse for the City of Ottawa. Ann will be presenting: Sweet Dreams ...Sweet Dreams ...Sweet Dreams ...Sweet Dreams ...that somewhat elusive state of both feeling and being well rested. Let’s look at how we can we improve our slumber, improve our heath and our general feeling of well being through sleep.

NOV NOV NOV NOV 4 4 4 4 ---- Karim Gwaduri Financial Advisor at Edward Jones Karim Gwaduri Financial Advisor at Edward Jones Karim Gwaduri Financial Advisor at Edward Jones Karim Gwaduri Financial Advisor at Edward Jones will be presenting a seminar on: Focus on Fixed IncomeFocus on Fixed IncomeFocus on Fixed IncomeFocus on Fixed Income. Karim will cover bond characteristics and features as well as key strategies to get the most out of one’s fixed-income investments. When we stop working our regular income changes. Retirement is a new phase on the aging continuum one that deserves our financial attention!

11 11 11 11---- Dr. Kerry M. Abel Dr. Kerry M. Abel Dr. Kerry M. Abel Dr. Kerry M. Abel is a professor in the department of History at Carleton University. She is back (as promised) to continue to share her expertise. This time her topic will be: Are the Inuit “Indians”? Are the Inuit “Indians”? Are the Inuit “Indians”? Are the Inuit “Indians”? The Curious Story of Canada and the People of the North.The Curious Story of Canada and the People of the North.The Curious Story of Canada and the People of the North.The Curious Story of Canada and the People of the North.

18 18 18 18 ---- Lois Siegel Lois Siegel Lois Siegel Lois Siegel is a filmmaker, casting director, writer, photographer, professor and musician. She is back this fall for a partial presentation and discussion of her film Lip Gloss. Lip Gloss. Lip Gloss. Lip Gloss. This is a documentary concerning the behind-the-scenes look at female impersonators exposing the lives of transvestites, transsexuals, drag queens and female impersonators. Not to be missed!

11111111 Reminder: Seniors Ride for Free Wednesdays on OC TranspoReminder: Seniors Ride for Free Wednesdays on OC TranspoReminder: Seniors Ride for Free Wednesdays on OC TranspoReminder: Seniors Ride for Free Wednesdays on OC Transpo

Book ClubBook ClubBook ClubBook Club

This dynamic group picks books to read and discuss amongst themselves. They always welcome new recruits and are looking for more members who love to read and discuss books. This is a must club for those who enjoy the written word!

Read the latest, the greatest and pick what you want.

Fridays 1:00 Fridays 1:00 Fridays 1:00 Fridays 1:00 –––– 3:00 pm 3:00 pm 3:00 pm 3:00 pm (see p.13)

Don’t be shy...just try!Don’t be shy...just try!Don’t be shy...just try!Don’t be shy...just try!

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Clubs & PastimesClubs & PastimesClubs & PastimesClubs & Pastimes Teddy Bear BeesTeddy Bear BeesTeddy Bear BeesTeddy Bear Bees

For a ‘warm & fuzzy’ experience, join our volunteer teddy bear makers. No experience is necessary, and supplies and instructions are provided. If you like handwork, you’ll soon be creating lovable, furry fellows to be sold at our Bazaar. Although finished bears are the property of the Centre, you’ll have the skills to make your own at home.

TuesdaysTuesdaysTuesdaysTuesdays, 1:00 1:00 1:00 1:00 ---- 3:00 pm 3:00 pm 3:00 pm 3:00 pm (ongoingongoingongoingongoing)

No cost

Craft GroupCraft GroupCraft GroupCraft Group

All you crafty folk are welcome to join the Craft Group for creative afternoons on Thursdays:1:00 Thursdays:1:00 Thursdays:1:00 Thursdays:1:00 ---- 3:00 pm (ongoing) 3:00 pm (ongoing) 3:00 pm (ongoing) 3:00 pm (ongoing)

Do you knit, crochet, sew or love to make things? Stop by and find out how you can lend your talent to this dynamic group!

Opera ClubOpera ClubOpera ClubOpera Club

The opera club is a group that gets together twice a month to watch an opera on the large screen television in the lounge. There is al-ways room for more opera enthusiasts. See p.13 for listings and drop in on any opera you wish to see.

Fridays 12 noon Fridays 12 noon Fridays 12 noon Fridays 12 noon ---- 4:00 pm 4:00 pm 4:00 pm 4:00 pm (see listings p.13)

Drop-in fee: $1.00

Drop-in fee: $1.00

Ping PongPing PongPing PongPing Pong

Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays 3:30 Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays 3:30 Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays 3:30 Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays 3:30 ---- 4:30 pm 4:30 pm 4:30 pm 4:30 pm

All members are welcome to come and try this great pastime. Bring a friend and enjoy a

game.

Games RoomGames RoomGames RoomGames Room

Monday is Games Day at Abbotsford:

Play Snooker, Pool, Shuffle Board & Play Snooker, Pool, Shuffle Board & Play Snooker, Pool, Shuffle Board & Play Snooker, Pool, Shuffle Board & Air Hockey!Air Hockey!Air Hockey!Air Hockey!

Chess ClubChess ClubChess ClubChess Club

Fridays 10:00 Fridays 10:00 Fridays 10:00 Fridays 10:00 ---- 12 noon 12 noon 12 noon 12 noon

Time to start a new club….come out come out wherever you are and let’s create a new club...Checkmate!

All clubs, unless otherwise stated, are for members only, All clubs, unless otherwise stated, are for members only, All clubs, unless otherwise stated, are for members only, All clubs, unless otherwise stated, are for members only, with a $1.00 dropwith a $1.00 dropwith a $1.00 dropwith a $1.00 drop----in fee. in fee. in fee. in fee.

Guests may attend, but are required to become members if they Guests may attend, but are required to become members if they Guests may attend, but are required to become members if they Guests may attend, but are required to become members if they plan to continue.plan to continue.plan to continue.plan to continue.

ClubsClubsClubsClubs

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Sept 18 La Donna del Lago La Donna del Lago La Donna del Lago La Donna del Lago (Rossini)

Oct 2 Idomeneo Idomeneo Idomeneo Idomeneo (Mozart)

Oct 16 La Forza del Destino La Forza del Destino La Forza del Destino La Forza del Destino (Verdi)

Nov 6 Salome Salome Salome Salome (Strauss)

Nov 20 Manon Lescaut Manon Lescaut Manon Lescaut Manon Lescaut (Puccini)

Sept 11 Dead Cold Dead Cold Dead Cold Dead Cold Louise Penny

Oct 9 The Nature of the Beast The Nature of the Beast The Nature of the Beast The Nature of the Beast Louise Penny

Nov 13 Mr. Mercedes Mr. Mercedes Mr. Mercedes Mr. Mercedes Stephen King

Dec 11 Go Set a WatchmanGo Set a WatchmanGo Set a WatchmanGo Set a Watchman Harper Lee

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Note:Note:Note:Note:

Fall Opera Club ListFall Opera Club ListFall Opera Club ListFall Opera Club List

DayDayDayDay Club/WorkshopClub/WorkshopClub/WorkshopClub/Workshop RoomRoomRoomRoom TimeTimeTimeTime DropDropDropDrop----in Feein Feein Feein Fee

Monday Lok Hup Multi-purpose room 8:45 - 9:45 am $1

Billiards & Shuffle Board Games Room 9:00 - 11:30 am $1

Writers Circle (page 6) Lounge 1:00 - 3:30 pm $1

Tuesday Mahjong Club Lounge 10:00 - 12 noon $1

Bridge (new to Bridge) Lounge 1:45 - 4:00 pm $1

Teddy Bears (page 12) Craft Room 1:00 - 3:30 pm none

Scrabble Club Dining Room 1:00 - 3:00 pm $1

Tai Chi (Modified Yang) Multi-purpose room 2:15 - 3:15pm $1

Ping Pong Club Multi-purpose room 3:30 - 4:30 pm $1

Thursday Lok Hup Multi-purpose room 8:45 - 9:45 am $1

Tai Chi (Modified Yang) Multi-purpose room 11:00 am - 12 noon $1

Tai Chi (Modified Yang) Multi-purpose room 12 noon - 1:00 pm $1

Crafts (page 12) Craft Room 1:00 - 3:00 pm none

Friday Bridge (join in) Dining Room 9:00 - 12 noon $1

Opera (below) Lounge 12 noon - 4:00 pm $1

Chess Club (page 12) Lounge 10:00 - 12:00 pm $1

Book Club (below) Lounge 1:00 - 3:00 pm $1

Tai Chi (Modified Yang) Multi-purpose room 3:15 - 4:15 pm $1

Fall Book Club ListFall Book Club ListFall Book Club ListFall Book Club List

Welcome to the Log Drive Café Log Drive Café Log Drive Café Log Drive Café here at Abbotsford

Special Events Special Events Special Events Special Events

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Artist: Ken RamsdenArtist: Ken RamsdenArtist: Ken RamsdenArtist: Ken Ramsden Ken Ramsden Ken Ramsden Ken Ramsden Ken Ramsden will perform original and traditional heritage songs of Upper Canada's lakes, waterways and forests. His songs and anecdotes tell tales of the lumberjacks

and sailors in a world before highways and railroads - when travel and commerce took place in the woods, rivers and lakes.

Friday October 23, 7:30 Friday October 23, 7:30 Friday October 23, 7:30 Friday October 23, 7:30 ---- 9 pm 9 pm 9 pm 9 pm

Admission: $10 at the door Admission: $10 at the door Admission: $10 at the door Admission: $10 at the door

(Doors open at 7 pm)

Coffee/Tea and treats will be on sale

Artist: Ann DowneyArtist: Ann DowneyArtist: Ann DowneyArtist: Ann Downey Anne is offering her audience the rare treat of hearing her on her own, singing many songs we don’t hear in her various band repertoires, along with a few old favourites. Ann is also one of the warmest and most welcoming people around, so get ready to

sing along on the choruses.

Friday September 25, 7:30 Friday September 25, 7:30 Friday September 25, 7:30 Friday September 25, 7:30 ---- 9 pm 9 pm 9 pm 9 pm

Admission: $10 at the door Admission: $10 at the door Admission: $10 at the door Admission: $10 at the door

(Doors open at 7 pm)

Artists: Maura & Daphne Volante Artists: Maura & Daphne Volante Artists: Maura & Daphne Volante Artists: Maura & Daphne Volante and Ranald Thurgood and Ranald Thurgood and Ranald Thurgood and Ranald Thurgood

Come sing along with Christmas Cheer and Joy...everyone is welcome!

Friday December 11, 7:30 Friday December 11, 7:30 Friday December 11, 7:30 Friday December 11, 7:30 ---- 9 pm 9 pm 9 pm 9 pm

Admission: $10 at the door Admission: $10 at the door Admission: $10 at the door Admission: $10 at the door

(Doors open at 7 pm)

Tickets $15.00 per person. We will be serving a catered three–course

meal as well as entertainment !

Stay tuned for details…

Tickets available at Reception in October

(limited seating)

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Special Christmas LuncheonSpecial Christmas LuncheonSpecial Christmas LuncheonSpecial Christmas Luncheon

Tuesday December 22 at 1 pmTuesday December 22 at 1 pmTuesday December 22 at 1 pmTuesday December 22 at 1 pm

Abbotsford is favoured with so many wonderful instructors/facilitators who share their time and talent with the membership.

Bring a friend or two to help celebrate what makes Abbotsford “the place to be”!

Everyone is invited and encouraged to celebrate/loiter together.

1920/30’s garb encouraged though not mandatory!

Please Register in Advance at Reception (limited seating)

… A Toast!

Tea & ‘tails PartyTea & ‘tails PartyTea & ‘tails PartyTea & ‘tails Party

Celebrating our InstructorsCelebrating our InstructorsCelebrating our InstructorsCelebrating our Instructors

Thursday September Thursday September Thursday September Thursday September 10101010 ((((4444----6 6 6 6 pmpmpmpm))))

EntertainmentEntertainmentEntertainmentEntertainment bybybyby

Zepherine Zepherine Zepherine Zepherine

PoirierPoirierPoirierPoirier----FeraudFeraudFeraudFeraud

Cheers to You!

Medical TransportationMedical TransportationMedical TransportationMedical Transportation Do you need transportation to medical appoint-ments? Do you find taxis too expensive and public transportation too difficult? We offer reasonably priced transportation to medical appointments for seniors living in our catchment area. Call Jane at 613-230-5730

Seniors Outreach ServicesSeniors Outreach ServicesSeniors Outreach ServicesSeniors Outreach Services Do you need help with housecleaning, yard work, odd jobs, minor repairs or snow removal? Seniors Outreach Services can provide screened workers at reasonable rates for our members who live in our geographical catchment area. For isolated seniors we provide a Telephone Assurance Program, Friendly Visiting and the Luncheon Club Program. Call 613-230-5730 Day Away ProgramDay Away ProgramDay Away ProgramDay Away Program

This program is offered 4 days per week to serve seniors in the early stages of Alzheimer's Disease and related dementias, providing an enjoyable day of activities, socialization and a nutritious lunch. It also offers caregivers a day of rest. For more information contact Karen Anne: 613-230-5730.

Footcare ServiceFootcare ServiceFootcare ServiceFootcare Service This service, provided by an R.N., is available Tuesdays by appointment. Cost for Members is $18 per 20 min. appointment. $30 for non-members. Call 613-230-5730 New clients need to book two consecutive appointments.

Abbotsford Members Council Abbotsford Members Council Abbotsford Members Council Abbotsford Members Council The Abbotsford Council is a group of members who

advise on programs and policies that affect Abbotsford members.

All members are invited to attend all meetingsAll members are invited to attend all meetingsAll members are invited to attend all meetingsAll members are invited to attend all meetings.

President: Donna Slaney

Vice-President: Liz Winkelaar

Secretary: Debrah Taylor

Treasurer: Jean Classen

Members at Large: Bill Robertson Micheline Boyle Leon Leroux

September 15 & October 20September 15 & October 20September 15 & October 20September 15 & October 20 9:30 am in the Board Room

Abbotsford ServicesAbbotsford ServicesAbbotsford ServicesAbbotsford Services

Lonelle Butler, Lonelle Butler, Lonelle Butler, Lonelle Butler, Volunteer Coordinator: 238-2727 (353) lbutler@glebecentre.ca

Contact Lonelle if you are interested in volunteering at Abbotsford , we need your commitment.Contact Lonelle if you are interested in volunteering at Abbotsford , we need your commitment.Contact Lonelle if you are interested in volunteering at Abbotsford , we need your commitment.Contact Lonelle if you are interested in volunteering at Abbotsford , we need your commitment.

Karen Anne BlakelyKaren Anne BlakelyKaren Anne BlakelyKaren Anne Blakely, Director of Community Programs

Pat GoyechePat GoyechePat GoyechePat Goyeche, Coordinator of Community Programs

Nick BernudezNick BernudezNick BernudezNick Bernudez, Reception/Program Support

Laura PolegatoLaura PolegatoLaura PolegatoLaura Polegato, Program Facilitator In Home Services

Jane StallabrassJane StallabrassJane StallabrassJane Stallabrass, Program Facilitator Transportation & Luncheon Club

Lynda SnowdonLynda SnowdonLynda SnowdonLynda Snowdon, Van Driver Drives clients to and from Abbotsford

Michelle SimardMichelle SimardMichelle SimardMichelle Simard, Program Facilitator Day Away Program

Jen DareJen DareJen DareJen Dare, Program Facilitator Day Away Program

Rhoda CoberRhoda CoberRhoda CoberRhoda Cober, Program Facilitator Day Away Program

Carlo PendangCarlo PendangCarlo PendangCarlo Pendang, Housekeeping Keeps our Centre clean

Snow Go Snow Go Snow Go Snow Go ----Assists seniors and people with disabilities find reliable snow removal. You pay provider directly.

Snow Go AssistSnow Go AssistSnow Go AssistSnow Go Assist -Supports approved, low-income seniors and people with disabilities who may be reimbursed up to 50% of snow removal costs to a seasonal maximum of $250 Call Laura: 613-230-5730

Abbotsford will be closed September 7, October 12 and December 24, 2015 - January 3, 2016