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What's Happening at Stepping Stone

6/6/2025

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Weekly Update
Week of June 9th, 2025
506-450-7849

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Monthly Fundraising Breakfast- Saturday, June 7th from 8-11am.  A freshly prepared, hot breakfast for only $10. There also will be our 50/50!
 
Loneliness and Isolation Week is June 9th to 15th. In the spirit of encouraging people coming together, the Centre is offering an additional Coffee and Chat on Monday, June 9th from 10:00 to noon. You are welcome to bring a friend and drop by for some social time. This could also be a great introduction to the Centre for your friend or neighbour, while meeting new people. You may have questions about this designated week, and we’ll have answers for you. Hope to see you here.
 
New Program- Urban Sketching- Wednesdays from 10:00 to 11:30am. Presented by Rob Cook, who refers to himself as an Enthusiastic Sketcher. Free. This program will run once a week on June 11th, 18th, 25th.  . 
 
Maya Anderson is our summer student, and she will be with us until mid-August. She is working to put together an exciting calendar of programs and activities for you for the summer!  Come Play Bocce Ball Wednesday June 11th from 1-3pm. Rock painting is happening Thursday June 12th from 1:30-3:30pm.
 
Scrabble Tournament- Saturday, June 14th starting at 1:00pm (Note time change). Cost is $5. Sign up at the Centre. Two tables at least needed to go ahead.
 
Upcoming
 
Music 101 For Performers - Information Session on Tuesday, June 17th at 1:30pm. Whether you sing, play an instrument or just want to learn some fundamentals of music, these sessions could be for you. No previous music instruction is required, but even if you are a concert trained performer, you are welcome to come along and help us out. Sessions will include basic information and trying it out. Some listening, some hands on.
 
Forum - Let’s Talk About Death and Dying!
Wednesday, June 18th, from 3:00 – 4:00pm. Free and Open to the Public!  As a society we have hidden the reality of this inevitable and monumental event. Through meaningful conversation, a peaceful and dignified journey to end of life is possible for the individual and their loved ones. One guarantee in life - we will all die.  Let’s talk about how to celebrate living until the moment of our death.
 
Lunch around Freddy- Friday, June 20th at 11:30am at Pizza Delight, 243 St Mary’s St., Fredericton.  Sign up at the Centre by noon on Thursday, June19th.
Attention Centre Volunteers!  A Sign-up sheet for Upcoming Events will be posted on the top, right hand corner of the Volunteer Bulletin Board.  Take a look and sign up for the events and roles you want!
 
Breakfast Sponsorship or Corporate Donations!  If you know of a business or organization that you think may be interested in sponsoring one of our monthly breakfasts or making a donation to the Centre, let us know and we will work with you to approach them.  Thanks!
 
Community Notices
 
Fredericton Public Library is offering Tech Help Thursday evenings from 5:30 – 7:30 pm.  To register for a spot: [email protected] or 506-460-2812.
 
The Financial and Consumer Services of New Brunswick (FCNB) and Women’s Equality are hosting a free webinar in support of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) and Seniors’ Month.  Tuesday, June 10th from 10:30-11:30 (AST).  Register at:
https://gnb-ent.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_cvskfcnbTXO8ZTOD3XLrPw#/registration
 
NB 55 Plus Games (June 19, 20, 21)  REGISTRATION CLOSES JUNE 10TH!  To register, click the link below or give them a call at (506) 459-1929 ext.4 https://form.jotform.com/250696151265257   You can drop off your registration at the Centre!
 
Three day Workshop - Aging in Place – June 17, 18, 19.  Free.  To register:  506-464-3150 by Thursday, June 12th.  In this 3-day workshop you will:
  • recognize the importance of self-care and mental wellness for the caregiver, as well as the location of available supports;
  • discuss fundamental safety, prevention, and management strategies related to the unique health concerns of older adults aging at home  
  • outline a care plan to help provide a person-centered approach to the care of an older adult aging at home  
  • explore care skills and supports related to activities of daily living that promote independence and increase the quality of life for older adults. 
 
Need help with yard or house work, light construction or repair?  Could you use some volunteer help during the week of July 7-11?  SERVE is a five to seven-day initiative that sends high school-age students out to care for and restore their world. The groups consist of 4-5 youths and one adult supervisor. Fredericton’s Christian Reformed Church will be hosting SERVE this year.  If you are interested contact:  Pauline Drost, Worksite Coordinator, Fredericton CRC Serve, 506-478-4256
 
CIRA (Centre for Innovation and Research in Aging) is conducting research online or in person.  Aging Rights are Human Rights!  Consent form and survey at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/RMMR997 
If you prefer, contact Norma Chinho, Research Coodinator, at (506) 444-3880 ext. 2562 or email [email protected]
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Fredericton NB E3B 1M9
506-450-7849

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