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Stringed Musical Instrument Players Take Notice: There’s a great opportunity at Stepping Stone Senior Centre to upgrade your stringed musical skills and have fun at the same time. It is Brian and Libby Cassidy’s String Along Program. They meet on Wednesday’s from 1:00 to 2:30pm. Brian chooses several songs a week ahead which participants can download and practice. The songs all have cords over the words or notes on the sheets for those who may not read music. Mostly, the participants play music together and have fun until we get to a difficult , then a little interactive instruction begins. It is a small ensemble, 4 to 6 people which leaves lots of opportunity to discuss and learn. However, a larger group would be even more fun. We welcome all interested individuals to drop by- Wednesdays at 1:00 to 2:30 and bring your musical instrument with you. Contact the Centre for further information. Weekly Update
Week of Nov 4th, 2024 506.450.7849 https://www.steppingstoneseniorcentre.com [email protected] Breakfast- Saturday, November 2nd from 8:00 to 11:00am. Last month’s winner of the 50/50 was Francine. Maybe this Saturday is your turn to win! Bridge Marathon- Saturday, November 9th from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm. Cost $10 (lunch included). Pay on day of event. Deadline to sign up is noon on Nov. 1. Maximum 40 people/10 tables. Make choice from menu list when you sign up. Fourm- Chuck Bowie Book Launch- Wednesday, November 13th at 3:00pm Writers’ Federation of NB and Writers’ Union of Canada member Chuck Bowie will be reading from his newest Suspense-Thriller: Lost in London. This is number 6 in the Donovan: Thief4Hire series. Chuck writes two kinds of mysteries: Suspense-Thrillers and Cozy Mysteries. All of his books will be available for sale. Bus Trip to McAdam- The bus will leave on November 16 from the Grant Harvey Centre parking lot at 600 Knowledge Park Drive at 10:45am. Over the next week, we will be calling the confirmed participants to ensure they are aware of all the details and answer any questions. Callout for donations of used jeans- We are looking for used jeans, especially light colours, for our member who makes quilts with them. They may be dropped off at the Centre. Thank you! Volunteering at the Centre – Many volunteering opportunities exist at the Centre. From Reception at the front desk, helping out with fundraisers, facilitating programs and activities, joining the board of directors, serving on a committee, and much more. Let us know what interests you! Learn a new skill or hone a skill from the past. Call or email the Centre. Community News: Speaker Series- Join us this November 2024 for Housing Month, where we tackle critical issues surrounding affordable housing through a series of three FREE hybrid (Zoom & Fredericton Library Boardroom) events, available both in-person and online. Topic: Addressing the Housing Shortage - City Initiatives & Program Updates Date: Thursday, November 14, 2024 Time: 6:30 pm-7:15 pm Co-op Housing: What It Is and How to Develop One Date: Thursday, November 21, 2024 Time: 6:30 pm-7:15 pm Retaining Affordable Housing Units in our Community Date: Thursday, November 28, 2024 Time: 6:30 pm-7:15 pm Registrations that are now live on Eventbrite - https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/city-of-fredericton- affordable-housing-committee-3766573 Save The Date- Craft and Bake Sale- December 14th from 8:00am-12:00pm Feed -a-Family Concert- December 15th starting at 2:00pm at the Intercultural Centre. Friends of the Stepping Stone Senior Centre Your donations in 2023 raised $6,480 for the Centre Thank You! Let’s see by how much we can top last year. No donation is too small. Receipts will be issued for donations of $10+ Weekly Update
Week of Oct 28th , 2024 506.450.7849 https://www.steppingstoneseniorcentre.com [email protected] Bus Trip to McAdam: The bus will leave on November 16 from the Grant Harvey Centre parking lot at 600 Knowledge Park Drive at 10:45am. Over the next week, we will be calling the confirmed participants to ensure they are aware of all the details and answer any questions. Restart of Craft Group Program- The Centre is hoping to get one of its original programs up and going again after the summer hiatus. A group gathered two weeks ago to begin the process and are suggesting a name change to Creative Seniors with a focus on the social aspect of the program. They invite all interested members to join them on Thursday, October 24th at 1:30 pm. There is no fee to this drop-in style program. You have the option of bringing crafts you may be working on, regardless of what they are, getting assistance from other participants if needed, sharing your expertise, or just sharing a cup of tea. All are welcome. Scrabble Tournament- Sign up for lunch and a social afternoon, enjoying Scrabble. Invite your friends. Saturday, October 26th starting at 11:30 am. $10 for pizza. Minimum number of participants required is 4. Sign up at the Centre. High score prize being offered for the first game. The remainder of the games are on a timer to allow movement between tables. Returning Program - Learn to Row Indoors: Try the Erg Machine- Starting Friday, Nov 1st at 10:30 am. 5 classes for $60 or $15 for “drop in.” Sign up at the Centre. Breakfast- Saturday, November 2nd from 8:00 to 11:00am. Bridge Marathon- Saturday, November 9th from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm. Cost $10 (lunch included). Pay on day of event. Deadline to sign up is noon on Nov. 1. Maximum 40 people/10 tables. Make choice from menu list when you sign up. Callout for donations of used jeans- We are looking for used jeans, especially light colours, for our member who makes quilts with them. They may be dropped off at the Centre. Thank you! Volunteering at the Centre – Many volunteering opportunities exist at the Centre. From Reception at the front desk, helping out with fundraisers, facilitating programs and activities, joining the board of directors, serving on a committee, and much more. Let us know what interests you! Learn a new skills or hone a skill from the past. Call or email the Centre. Community News: W2M – Wheels to Meals is an opportunity to enjoy lunch, most Tuesdays, in the company of others for only $10. Juice, a freshly-prepared hot meal, biscuits, dessert, tea/coffee. Volunteers pick you up and bring you back home if you need it or you can come on your own. Lunch is served at 11:30 at the St. Mary’s Anglican Church, McEvoy St. and local entertainers perform after lunch. Call Meals on Wheels to register 506-458-9482. The next ones are on October 29, November 5, 19, 26! Friends of the Stepping Stone Senior Centre Your donations in 2023 raised $6,480 for the Centre Thank You! Let’s see by how much we can top last year. No donation is too small. Receipts will be issued for donations of $10+ Weekly Update
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