Weekly Update

Weekly Update
 Week of September 14th, 2026
506-450-7849 
 
Scrabble Tournament - This Saturday, September 12th at 1:00 pm. Cost $5. Minimum two (2) tables required. Call or sign-up at the Centre
 
Programs Starting or Returning This Week – Please sign up at the Centre.
 
Beginner Guitar Lessons - Monday, September 14th at 1:00pm. Cost is $10 per session
 
Intermediate Guitar Lessons - Monday, September 14th at 2:15pm. Cost is $10 per session
 
Simply Making Art Together - Wednesday September 16th at 11am. Cost is $7 per class
 
The Stepping Stone Singers invite you to join us to enjoy some current repertoire, learn new music and plan fall performances for local groups. Rehearsals start Thursday, September 17th, at 9:30 am. We are looking for all voice parts. Our style of music is middle of the road. For more information, contact Susan Wright, Director.
 
Ukelele Strummers – Thursday Sept. 17th at 2:00pm.  These sessions are for those with some experience with ukulele.  Limited to 10 participants.
 
Lunch Around Freddy – Friday, September 18th at 11:30.  Mingler’s Pub, 203 Restigouche Rd., Oromocto.  Sign up at the Centre by Thursday at noon.
 
American Mahjongg: TWO-DAY Workshop - Saturday, September 19th 10:00am to 4:00pm and Sunday, September 20th 10:00am to 2:00pm.  Beginners and experienced players welcome! Bring your game (if you have one). Lessons offered. Sign-up at the Centre. Brown Bag Lunch. Muffins, Cookies, and Tea/Coffee available. $15.00 for the 2 Days. Door Prizes!!
 
Upcoming Events - (Please sign up at the centre)
 
Day of Bridge – Saturday, September 26th.  Doors open at 9:45, play begins at 10:00am – 2:30pm.  Cost; $20 includes your lunch.  Prizes!  Please register at the Centre.
 
Trivia in the Afternoon!  - New day and time!  Wednesday, September 23 at 3:00.  Doors open at 2:45pm and “quizzing” starts at 3:00pm. Please bring snacks to share.  Free and open to the public.
 
SAVE THE DATE – Wednesday, October 7th from 2:00 – 4:00pm.  MAID Presentation with Dr. Julia Wildish, MD, Medical Lead, Horizon Health Network MAID Service.  Grant-Harvey Centre.  Free.
 
 
Notices of Interest from the Centre:
 
Friends of Stepping Stone Senior Centre – The Centre’s annual fundraising campaign was launched on September 1st.  It is an opportunity for Members and the general public to support the existence of a Centre offering fun and affordable programs and activities for seniors in the Great Fredericton Area.  You can make your contribution in cash or cheque, with an e-transfer, or now we can take Debit!  You will receive a tax-deductible receipt for any donation of $10 or more. 
 
Basil, Thyme, Lemon Balm – The   Gardening Committee invites our Members to harvest the herbs that are ready!
 
You Love Our Jam... We'd Love Your Jars!  We'd love to give the jars a second life! We're looking for 250 ml jars.  If you have any, and bring them in, we'd really appreciate it.
 
Suggestion Box – Members can communicate with the Board of Directors by placing their concerns in writing in the black box at the front desk.  Please include the date and your name and phone number so we can get back to you as your issue is addressed.
 
Members! You can rent the Centre for family celebrations and pay 50% of the rental fee!
 
Community Health:
 
Our Board of Directors asks you to please use the hand sanitizer available on entering the Centre.  Masks are available. If you are able to, please assist with the sanitizing of chairs and equipment used in your program. Together, let’s work to keep you and our Centre community healthy.
 
Community Notices:
 
Arts & Cultural Organizations Ideas Exchange – Wednesday, September 23rd from 6:00 – 8:30pm at the Boyce Market, 665 George St.  Refreshments provided!  RSVP by September 9th
 
Concussion Conversation – Wednesday, September 23 at 7:00pm. A virtual, 2-part session with Dr. Atkinson and Will Russell.  To register: Coaching Newfoundland and Labrador - Concussion Week Webinar
 
Fundraiser By the Elm City Echoes- The Elm City Echoes, Fredericton’s Ladies Barbershop A Cappella Chorus, are selling packages of Fancy Pokket bagels. The packages contain 6 large bagels, pre-sliced, making them easy to pop in the freezer. Cost is $5 per package. 6 flavours are available: Plain, Chocolate Chip, Blueberry, Whole Wheat, Cinnamon Raisin and Everything (garlic, onion, sesame seeds and poppy seeds) Orders accepted until September 28. Expected Delivery Date will be Tuesday, October 20th. Contact Susan Wright to order. Email is [email protected]
Thank you for your support!
 
STROKE: Recognize, Respond, Prevent, & Recover - Webinar, September 23rd at 8:00pm.  Free!  Join stroke neurologist Dr. Luciana Catanese with McMaster Optimal Aging Portal.  To register: https://alumlc.org/mcmaster/55181/register?uMarketingSource=emailalert
                     
Lunch & Learn: Footcare – Thursday, Sept. 24th at 1:00 pm at York Care Friendship Centre. 
Join the NHWW (Nursing Home Without Walls) team to learn more about general and diabetic footcare with Jessie.  RSVP by Sept. 17th at 506-444-4474.
 
NBCC Life-Long Learning – Courses available from November 2 – December 18. 
Group Process and Practice (CSSC1119C) – designed to introduce group interpersonal skills required in professional practice.  Dimensions of Wellness (CSSC1125C) – Designed to explore topics related to self-care practices.  [email protected] or 506-453-6345