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Join our instructor Kim for some thoughtful discussion, interesting trivia, and interactive games over Zoom! Build social connections and tease your brain from the comfort of home. The next session's info is below:
Dates: Thursdays October 28 - December 9
Time: 2:00pm to 3:00pm
Cost: $24 M, $36NM
Call 250 388 4268 to register
Our Flu Clinic dates have been booked and will be administered by Rexall Pharmacy. This free service is available for those 55 year and better and appointments must be booked. You will need your BC Care Card, Vaccination card and complete a consent for Immunization form.
Saanich Centre:
Wednesday, October 27th 9:00am to 2:00pm
Call 250 382-3151 for Saanich appointments
Victoria Centre:
Thursday, October 28th 9:00am to 11:00am
Call 250 388-4268 for Victoria appointments
Thank you to Rexall and their Pharmacists for providing this service!
Giving thanks, today, tomorrow and always.
Our centres will be closed on Monday, October 11th and we reopen on Tuesday.
Happy Thanksgiving from Silver Threads Service.
Did you know that today is National Seniors Day?
Each year on October 1st we say thank you to all the seniors in our lives and communities for all that they have done for their friends, family, community, and country throughout the years. Today we showed our appreciation and celebrated everyone who came to our centres with some delicious cupcakes!
Well they look great, are any of these lovelies sugar free, for the type 2 crowd. ? Lol
September 30, 2021 marks the first National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
The day honours the lost children and Survivors of residential schools, their families and communities. Public commemoration of the tragic and painful history and ongoing impacts of residential schools is a vital component of the reconciliation process.
If you're interested in learning about what a First Nation's advisor has to say about the day and reconciliation consider attending the event below by Zoom:
Thursday, September 30th at 10:00 am the Tri-Cities Seniors’ Action Society has Derek Thompson, Thlaapkiituup, from the Ditidaht First Nation, (one of fourteen Nuuchahnulth Nations on the west coast of Vancouver Island) speaking on Opening the Door to Truth & Reconciliation. Let’s learn from what a First Nations advisor has to say to lead us to some understanding and action.
Register here NOW: bit.ly/3ntMKWS
We encourage all our members to honour the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on September 30, whether through personal reflection, education and awareness activities, or by participating in Orange Shirt Day or other events within communities.
Tai Chi Therapy is taught by Jaz Ibarra and is the fusion of Tai Chi wisdom, Osteopathic philosophy and Biomechanics principles. Its regular practice helps improve posture, movement, breathing, organ function and contributes to a more focused and peaceful state of mind. For more information or to register contact the Saanich Centre at 250-382-3151
Ever thought about learning the Ukulele? Visit the Victoria Centre tomorrow (Friday) at 1:30 to hear a Ukulele Demo and meet the Instructor of the new Beginner Class. The classes will start on Friday, September 17th and at 1:30pm. Come and listen! We have lemonade and cookies too!
I will be there for sure!!!
There is still space in the Calligraphy course starting next week lead by local artist Kathy Guthrie! Call our Victoria Centre to reserve your space.
Our September newsletter and program guides have been posted to our website. With the fall beginning we're excited to be introducing new and old favourite programs to both of our centres.
Check out our newsletter here: silverthreads.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Newsletter-September-2021-website.pdf
and our program schedules here: silverthreads.ca/our-programs/
For more information or to register for our fall programs give us a call!
Next week's open house is coming up fast. If you're interested in dropping in for some lemonade, cookies, and free program demonstrations please give us a call!
Space is still available in the following demo classes at our Victoria Centre:
- Tai Chi Therapy
- Chinese Women's Friendship Group
- Online Programs Demonstration
Be sure to give us a call and save your space if you're interested! (250 388 4268 for our Victoria Centre or 250 382 3151 for our Saanich Centre)
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Please note that in preparation for our fall programming both our Victoria Centre and our Saanich Centre will be closed next week (August 30 through September 3) and will reopen after the Labour Day long weekend on Tuesday September 7th for our Open House week.
Check out our website or phone us to see what activities will be available during the open house! Both centres will have snacks and refreshments available as well as a variety of programming free of charge. Be sure to pre-book a space if you're interested in any of the activities.
Regular programming will resume as of Monday September 13. Stay tuned as we are adding more programs to our September schedule!
Join local Victoria storyteller Jennifer Ferris as she presents on "Words: The Art of Stories" this Saturday 1:00pm August 28th at Royal Athletic Park. This will be the last in our Saturday Sampler series and we hope to see you there!
Jennifer has been an active storyteller for 25 years. She has performed in schools, at community events, nature sanctuaries and festivals. She coaches emerging storytellers by helping them to develop and perform their stories for peers and the larger community. Experienced storytellers also seek her out for advice and coaching, you won't want to miss this workshop in the park!
On Monday we were happy to host a mandala rock painting workshop at our Victoria Centre. Lots of fun was had and many bright and beautiful patterns were created. Here's a peak at some of the artwork in action:
I really wanted to participate but I asked too late and the class was full. Hoping for another in the fall. Beautiful work ladies!
The summer isn't quite over yet, and neither is our Saturday Sampler at Royal Athletic Park! There are still two chances to join us outside for some free programs and a taste of what's to come this fall.
Join us tomorrow afternoon for Music Bingo in the park featuring some old favourite songs and the chance to win prizes! Next weekend we will be investigating the art of stories with Jennifer Ferris, be sure to visit us for one or both of these programs!
Next Friday, August 27th, travel with Cliff and Diana to Cairo and Cruise on the Nile. See the Pyramids, ancient temples and present day life along the Nile. Features include the cities of Luxor and Aswan, the Valley of the Kings, the High Aswan Dam, a visit to a Nubian Village and more. This trip was taken just before the political upheaval in Egypt in 2010.
Next Tuesday, August 24th, our film club will be getting together at the Victoria Centre to view "Tea With the Dames". In this once monthly program participants come together to watch a movie and stay afterwards to discuss their thoughts, feelings, and any insights they may have gained from the film. Keep an eye out in our September Newsletter to see what the next film will be.
Due to the extreme heat and poor air quality predicted the Art Exploration event scheduled at 1pm Saturday August 14th at Royal Athletic Park will be cancelled.
We hope that everyone is able to stay cool and safe this weekend.
We are down to the last three weeks in our Saturday Sampler programs at Royal Athletic Park. You won't want to miss the remaining programs: Art Exploration, Music Bingo, and Words: The Art of Stories. All of these programs will be starting at 1pm, drop ins are welcome. We'll see you Saturday!
Tomorrow afternoon we will be hosting a men's fitness class at Royal Athletic Park. All abilities are welcome, we will have seated and standing options for all our exercises. We hope to see you there!
Join us next Tuesday August 10th to share and hear stories at our Victoria Center. This welcoming and supportive group is a great place to meet people and to have your voice heard. If you'd like to join in call our Victoria Center for more info at 250 388 4268.