What's Happening at Stepping Stone

 
Weekly Update
 
 Week of Jan 13th, 2025
 
 
 
Memberships are now due for 2025. $25 for a whole year of belonging!
 
Fluid Dance- Tuesdays 12:45pm- Room for new participants-  You don’t need a partner. We just dance!  Jive, cha cha, salsa, and fluid dance. Dances are taught in front of mirrors so that it’s less intimidating for a new dancer. Call the Centre to get on the list.
 
Forums – A 3-part series presented by Janet Durkee Lloyd, PhD (St. Thomas University)
Wednesday, Jan. 15th at 10:30am - Understanding Mental Health and Well-being Later in Life.
This workshop is a great starting point to learn about mental health, mental illness and addictions. We’ll answer your questions and help you understand what can affect your mental health in later life. You’ll leave with new ways to stay well and knowing where to turn to for support.
The next two in the series are scheduled for Wednesday, Feb. 12th and Wednesday, March 12th at 10:30am
 
Beginner Bridge Lessons- Starting Wednesday January 15th at 1:00pm. If you have ever wanted to learn how to play, come and enjoy socializing while you learn! Cost is $25 for 8 weeks.
 
Meeting of interest- Out and About – A New Program Proposal to be discussed on
January 16th at 1:30pm - Would you love to go out but not on your own? The city is teeming with places to go and things to do. From art exhibits to concerts, book launches to fairs, plays to parades. If you would like to “get out" but prefer the company of friends, please attend this meeting at the Centre.
 
Valentines for Vets- A few ladies in the Creative Seniors Craft Group are making “Valentines for Vets” for residents of the Veterans Health Unit, Fredericton. Do you have a friend or family member who is a vet you’d like to make a valentine for? Come join them on Thursday Jan 16th,24th, 31st at 1:30pm.
 Upcoming
 
American Mahjongg Social- Saturday, January 18th at 12:30 pm. Cost $5. Come and enjoy playing and socializing. Min 12 participants.
 
 Meet the Board of Directors - January 22nd at 3:00 – All Welcome!

1. Put a face to the name or to the Position.
2. Learn the role of each position.
3. Ask questions.
4. Perhaps consider playing a role on the board.

 
Lunch around Freddy- Friday, Jan. 24th at 11:30 - Swiss Chalet Restaurant.  Sign up at the Centre if you are interested in joining in!
 
Call out: We are looking for donations of 250ml Jam Jars.
 
Community
Wheels To Meals – Tuesday, January 14 at 11 am, St. Mary’s Anglican Church, McEvoy St.  Meals on Wheels of Fredericton offers a hot, freshly prepared, 3-course lunch for $10 including transportation to and from by a volunteer, if you want it.  No tax.  Call 506-458-9482 to register by Monday (13th) at 10 am.
 
The Alzheimer Society of New Brunswick is presenting - Caregiver Grief and Support Group – This is a 6-week series for family and friends who have lost someone due to dementia to explore, share, and listen on your journey with grief.  Starting January 21st to February 25th. This is done virtually. All are welcome to join this free program. Contact: email- [email protected] or call 1-800-664-8411. 
 
The Alzheimer Society pf New Brunswick- Memory Café- The Memory Café is a fee monthly program for people living with all stages of dementia and their families to meet others, learn, and have fun. 2:00-4:00pm Jan 19th, Feb 16th, Mar 16th and Apr 13th at St. Thomas University- Brian Mulroney Hall- 51 Dineen Drive Fredericton. Join us to connect, chat, learn, have fun and enjoy refreshments. All are welcome to join this free program. For more information: [email protected], 506-459-4280, or www.alzheimer.ca/nb
 
Housing Needs Assessment
The City of Fredericton is currently updating its Housing Needs Assessment and would like to hear from as many residents as possible. Here’s how to participate: 
- Go to https://engagefredericton.ca/housing-needs-assessment website
- The survey will come up to click on. 
- The survey closes on January 29. 
 
[email protected]
506-450-7849
https://www.steppingstoneseniorcentre.com
 
Storm Policy
When schools are closed in the Fredericton region (Zone 6) due to weather and road conditions, the Centre is closed for the day.