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Week of April 1st, 2024 506.450.7849 https://www.steppingstoneseniorcentre.com [email protected] We wish you a blessed and joyful Easter! The Centre is closed on Friday March 29th and on Monday April 1st. Stepping Stone Senior Centre Without Walls( Programs offered weekly via the telephone). On Tuesday, April 2 from 2:00 to 2:30 the topic is The Solar Eclipse in NB and will be presented by Don Kelly, an amateur Astronomer; a retired science teacher; a founding member of the Dr. William Brydone Jack Astronomy Club in Fredericton, and a member of the Astronomical Society of Canada. If you wish to participate, please call the Centre, leave your name and phone number, and you will be contacted Tuesday morning and given the details. 506-450-7849 or 506-668-0141. Community Volunteer Income Tax Program - Friday April 5th from 1:00 to 4:00 and Saturday April 13th from 10:00 to 2:00. Forum - Wednesday April 3rd 3:00pm – The Tension Triangle- Presented by Ann Marie Hartford. In this presentation we will explore the connection between physical tension and psychological stress and we will share tips to ease both. Breakfast - April 6th from 8-11am. Cost is $10 . All are welcome. There is the opportunity to play in the breakfast 50/50. At the last breakfast the winner and the Centre shared $228. Jim Campbell Trio featuring Isaac Gould (17-year-old Jazz Singer) Saturday April 6th at 2:00pm. Donations gratefully accepted. Upcoming Auction 45 Tournament- Saturday April 13th starting at 1:30 pm. Cost is $5 Sign up at the centre. Lunch around Freddy-Wednesday April 17th at The Courtyard at The Ramada- 11:30am. Please sign up by noon on April 16th. New Program Stringed Instruments Maintenance Workshop- One time session, Wednesday, April 10th at 2:45pm. New Sessions Rowing for Fitness- Beginning Friday April 5th at 11:30am. Learn to Row- Beginning Friday April 5th at 11:30am. Core Strength Mobility- Beginning Tuesday April 9th at 10:30am. Functional Mobility- Beginning Tuesday April 9th at 11:30am. Functional Mobility- Beginning Thursday April 11th at 11:45am. In Other News Food Bank Basket- We have a basket in the front lobby for non- perishable items. The contents will be delivered to the Food Bank as the basket is filled. Used Jeans- We are still collecting used jeans for a member who makes quilts and aprons. Jam Jars- Always looking for donations of 250 ml jars only. You may drop them off at the Centre. Thank you. Community News Discount for Members- The CAZZA Shop - Women’s Fashions and Accessories in the Regent Mall is offering a 10% discount to members of the Stepping Stone Senior Centre. Dementia: Connections and Communications- This is a very informative one-hour session presented by Robin Smart, Public Education Coordinator, from the Alzheimer Society Waterloo/ Wellington. She shares the 10 warning signs of Dementia and the best practices for communication. There is reference to additional resources. The session was recorded, and you may view via the following link: https://youtu.be/vn2UeqNho7Y The Blue Canoe is offering the Centre a percentage of the sales from their Charity Table until March 31st. When you arrive, you need to ask to sit at the Charity Table. They don’t sit you there automatically. This is an easy way to contribute to the Centre!!! Snow Day Policy: When the schools are closed in the Fredericton region (Zone 6) due to weather. The Centre is closed for the day.
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WHAT’S HAPPENING? Week of March 25th, 2024 506.450.7849 https://www.steppingstoneseniorcentre.com [email protected] Senior Centre Without Walls: Senior Centre without Walls- On Tuesday, March 26 from 2:30 to 3:00, we will be connecting by telephone to the Ottawa Centre for a program on Mindfulness- Join us for a moment of mindfulness as you’re gently guided through grounding and relaxing meditation techniques. No prior meditation experience necessary. If you wish to participate, please call the Centre ( 506-450-7848 or 506-668-0141), leave your name and telephone, and Madeleine will contact you to confirm your participation and answer any questions you may have. . We invite those interested in participating or know of someone who might like to connect with others and try it out. Introduction to Virtual Reality- A further session is scheduled for March 27th at 3:00pm. Presented by the students of NBCC. Community Volunteer Income Tax Program- Next: Friday April 5 1:00 to 4:00 and Saturday April 13 10:00 to 2:00. Forum-Wednesday March 27th at 3:00pm- Adults 65+ Doing Your Taxes Has it Benefits – Presented by Mark Lecointe-C.R.A Outreach Officer. Upcoming Breakfast- April 6th from 8-11am. Cost is $10 . All are welcome. There is the opportunity to play in the breakfast 50/50. Last winner pocketed $114. Jim Campbell Trio featuring Isaac Gould (17-year-old Jazz Singer) Saturday April 6th at 2:00pm. Donations gratefully accepted. New Programs Call the Centre for more information and to sign up. Learn to Row Coaching Certification- Starting Friday, April 5th at 10:30am. Stringed Instruments Maintenance Workshop- One time session Wednesday, April 10th at 2:45pm. New Sessions Call the Centre for more information and to sign up. Rowing for Fitness- Beginning Friday April 5th at 11:30am. Learn to Row- Beginning Monday April 8th at 11:30am. Core Strength Mobility- Beginning Tuesday April 9th at 10:30am. Functional Mobility- Beginning Tuesday April 9th at 11:30am. Functional Mobility- Beginning Thursday April 11th at 11:45am. In Other News Food Bank Basket- We have a basket in the front lobby for non- perishable items. The contents will be delivered to the Food Bank as the basket is filled. Used Jeans- We are still collecting used jeans for a member who makes quilts and aprons. Jam Jars- Always looking for donations of 250 ml jars only. You may drop them off at the Centre. Thank you. Community News Death Café- Wednesday, March 27th, 2:30-4:00 at the Brookside Wellness Centre. Death Café is a gathering of adults who want to talk about death and dying in a supportive, respectful, and confidential space. The goal of becoming more comfortable thinking and talking about death and dying. For more information contact [email protected] Discount for Members- The CAZZA Shop - Women’s Fashions and Accessories in the Regent Mall is offering a 10% discount to members of the Stepping Stone Senior Centre. Dementia: Connections and Communications- This is a very informative one-hour session presented by Robin Smart, Public Education Coordinator, from the Alzheimer Society Waterloo/ Wellington. She shares the 10 warning signs of Dementia and the best practices for communication. There is reference to additional resources. The session was recorded, and you may view via the following link: https://youtu.be/vn2UeqNho7Y The Blue Canoe is offering the Centre a percentage of the sales from their Charity Table for the month of March. When you arrive, you need to ask to sit at the Charity Table. They don’t sit you there automatically. This is an easy way to contribute to the Centre!!! Snow Day Policy: When the schools are closed in the Fredericton region (Zone 6) due to weather. The Centre is closed for the day. WHAT’S HAPPENING?
Week of March 18th, 2024 506.450.7849 https://www.steppingstoneseniorcentre.com[email protected] Senior Centre Without Walls: Another way for the Stepping Stone Senior Centre to reach out. Scheduled for Tuesday, March 19 from 1:30 to 2:15 pm. You just need a telephone( cell or landline). The Topic will be The Dictionary of Flowers. Spring is coming and flowers are on our minds. We invite those interested in participating or know of someone who might like to connect with others and try it out. How does it work? 1. You call the Centre- 506-450-7849 or 506-668-0141. Leave your name and phone number by 4:00 pm on Monday, March 18. 2. You will receive a call back from Madeleine confirming your participation and to answer any questions you may have. We would love to have up to 10 participants to start. 3. Before the 1:30 pm start time of the program on Tuesday, you will be called and connected with the other participants. It is then your choice as to your level of participation. You may ask questions of the Facilitator, Lyne Ouellet, add your comments or just listen in and enjoy the meanings of Flowers. Our hope is to develop a monthly calendar to include time and day of the week as well as the topic. Help With Technology – Friday, March 22nd 10:30am is out last scheduled session. Calls are being made to confirm members to participate. The Centre will be discussing future similar opportunities to partner with New Brunswick Community College. Stay tuned! Lunch around Freddy- Wednesday March 20th at 11:30 am at Montana’s. Sign up by noon March 19. Movie- Wednesday March 20th at 2:30 - Jesus Christ Superstar. Introduction to Virtual Reality- Another session is scheduled for March 20th at 3:00pm. Presented by the students of NBCC. Community Volunteer Income Tax Program- Frist clinic is on Friday March 22nd from 1:00pm to 4:00pm. Following clinics: Friday April 5 1:00 to 4:00 and Saturday April 13 10:00 to 2:00. Bridge Marathon- Saturday, March 23rd from 10:00 am to 3:00pm. Cost is $5 a person. Lunch will be provided. Sign up at the Centre. Forum-Wednesday March 27th at 3:00pm- Adults 65+ Doing Your Taxes Has it Benefits – Presented by Mark Lecointe-C.R.A Outreach Officer. The Blue Canoe is offering the Centre a percentage of the sales from their Charity Table for the month of March. When you arrive, you need to ask to sit at the Charity Table. They don’t sit you there automatically. This is an easy way to contribute to the Centre!!! Upcoming Breakfast- April 6th from 8-11am. Cost is $10 . All are welcome. There is the opportunity to play in the breakfast 50/50. Last winner pocketed $114. Jim Campbell Trio featuring Isaac Gould (17 year old Jazz Singer) Saturday April 6th at 2:00pm. Donations gratefully accepted. In Other News Food Bank Basket- We have a basket in the front lobby for non- perishable items. The contents will be delivered to the Food Bank as the basket is filled. Puzzles- The centre is looking for donations of puzzles for the sales table. Used Jeans- We are still collecting used jeans for a member who makes quilts and aprons. Jam Jars- Always looking for donations of 250 ml jars only. You may drop them off at the Centre. Thank you. Community News Johnston Ave. Book Club - Second and Fourth Thursdays of the month, from 9:30-11:30am. FREE. Please contact 506-260-0605 or email [email protected] for more information or to register. Snow Day Policy: When the schools are closed in the Fredericton region (Zone 6) due to weather. The Centre is closed for the day. WHAT’S HAPPENING?
Week of March 11th, 2024 506.450.7849 https://www.steppingstoneseniorcentre.com [email protected] Liz won $114 playing 50/50 at the March 2 breakfast! Daylight Saving begins this Sunday, March 10 Happy International Women’s Day March 8, 2024 Scrabble Tournament- Saturday March 9th 11:30 am. Cost is 10, includes pizza. All welcome. The Blue Canoe is offering the Centre a percentage of the sales from their Charity Table for the month of March. When you arrive, you need to ask to sit at the Charity Table. They don’t sit you there automatically. An easy way to contribute to the Centre!!! Lunch around Freddy- Wednesday March 20th at 11:30 am at Montana’s. sign up by noon March 19 Movie- Wednesday March 20th at 2:30 - Jesus Christ Superstar Community Volunteer Income Tax Program- Friday March 22nd from 1:00pm to 4:00pm. Bridge Marathon- Saturday, March 23rd from 10:00 am to 3:00pm. Cost is $5 a person. Lunch will be provided. Sign up at the Centre. Forum-Wednesday March 27th at 3:00pm- Adults 65+ Doing Your Taxes Has it Benefits – Presented by Mark Lecointe-C.R.A Outreach Officer. Digital Storytelling with Older Adults: Do you have a story to tell? The Centre for Interdisciplinary Research on Narrative at St. Thomas University is looking for participants for a digital storytelling project, which includes working with St. Thomas students to record a short video story about the lives of older adults in NB. If you are interested in participating or learning more, please contact Dr. Clive Baldwin at [email protected] or 506-452-9596. In Other News Food Bank Basket- We have a basket in the front lobby for non- perishable items. The contents will be delivered to the Food Bank as the basket is filled. Jam Jars- Always looking for donations of 250 ml jars only. You may drop them off at the Centre. Thank you. Community News Fraud Prevention Month- Canadian Network for Prevention of Elder Abuse Free Webinar-Thursday, March 14th from 2:00-3:00pm (EST) Phishing Scams: Staying Safe Online- Presented by Jesse Smith: Accessibility and dementia lead, Technology Mentor & Instructor, Connected Canadians. Register via this link: Webinar Registration - Zoom Johnston Ave. Book Club - Second and Fourth Thursdays of the month, from 9:30-11:30am. FREE. Please contact 506-260-0605 or email [email protected] for more information or to register. Centre Policies Snow Day Policy-When the schools are closed in the Fredericton region (Zone 6) due to weather. The Centre is closed for the day. The Centre is a Scent-Free facility. Masks are Optional. Due to the weather forecast, Today March 7th, the Centre is closed.
On Friday March 8, The Honourable Jean- Yves Duclos, Minister of Public Services and Procurement, will be at the Stepping Stone Senior Centre for an information session on the details of new Canada Dental Plan. He will be accompanied by our local Member of Parliament, Jenica Atwin. The session will begin at 11:15 and run until 12:30.
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Week of March 5th 2024 506.450.7849 https://www.steppingstoneseniorcentre.com [email protected] Breakfast Saturday March 2nd from 8:00 – 11:00 am. $10 Everyone welcome! Don’t miss out playing on the breakfast 50/50! The Blue Canoe is offering the Centre a percentage of the sales from their Charity Table for the month of March. When you arrive, you need to ask to sit at the Charity Table. They don’t sit you there automatically. An easy way to contribute to the Centre!!! PROGRAM - Help With Technology – Fridays – 1:30pm- 3:30pm-Free. Students from NB Community College will guide you through solutions. We hope this program will run until the end of March with 6 members participating every Friday. Please call the centre to register. Your name will be added to the next available Friday, and you will be called to confirm. We are booking now for March 15th and 22nd Workshop - Understanding the Difference Between Cognitive Decline Observed During Normal Aging versus Decline Observed During Mild Cognitive Impairment. Wednesday, March 6 at 3:00 pm. Presented by Dr. Kyle Brymer, Research associate in health with NBCC’s College Office of Research Enterprise. Scrabble Tournament- Saturday, March 9th 11:30am- sign up at the Centre. Upcoming Lunch around Freddy- Wednesday March 20th at 11:30 am Location to be Confirmed. Movie- Wednesday March 20th at 2:30 - Jesus Christ Superstar Community Volunteer Income Tax Program- Friday March 22nd from 1:00pm to 4:00pm. Forum-Wednesday March 27th at 3:00pm- Adults 65+ Doing Your Taxes Has it Benefits – Presented by Mark Lecointe-C.R.A Outreach Officer. Digital Storytelling with Older Adults: Do you have a story to tell? The Centre for Interdisciplinary Research on Narrative at St. Thomas University is looking for participants for a digital storytelling project, which includes working with St. Thomas students to record a short video story about the lives of older adults in NB. If you are interested in participating or learning more, please contact Dr. Clive Baldwin at [email protected] or 506-452-9596. In Other News Food Bank Basket- We have a basket in the front lobby for non- perishable items. The contents will be delivered to the Food Bank as the basket is filled. Jam Jars- We are looking for donations of 250 ml jars only. You may drop them off at the Centre. Community News International Woman’s Day Celebration Changemakers Inspire Inclusion- Wednesday, March 6th -Online from 7pm-9pm. Register on Eventbrite Fraud Prevention Month- Canadian Network for Prevention of Elder Abuse Free Webinar-Thursday, March 14th from 2:00-3:00pm (EST) Phishing Scams: Staying Safe Online- Presented by Jesse Smith: Accessibility and dementia lead, Technology Mentor & Instructor, Connected Canadians. Register via this link: Webinar Registration - Zoom Centre Policies Snow Day Policy-When the schools are closed in the Fredericton region (Zone 6) due to weather. The Centre is closed for the day. Scents- The Centre is a Scent-Free facility. Masks are Optional. |
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