What's Happening

 
Weekly Update
  Week of Nov. 17th, 2025
506-450-7849
 
 
Scrabble Tournament- This Saturday, Nov. 15th at 1pm. Sign up or call to register for a social afternoon, enjoying Scrabble. Invite your friends. Cost $5. Minimum number of tables required is 2.
 
Grace in Motion Yoga (was called Restorative Hatha Yoga with Chair) – Classes will be on Nov. 18 & 25, Dec. 2 & 9.  Nancy Swartz is teaching.  $12 drop in fee. Move, stretch, and breathe with support. A relaxing yoga class done entirely from the chair or standing — perfect for all levels and abilities.  Sign up at the Centre or call to register.
 
Info Session- Wednesday, Nov. 19th at 10:30am.  Understanding the Use of Opioids and Other Medications in Later Life. This workshop will discuss two common prescription drugs:  opioids and benzodiazepines.  What does problematic use of these prescription medications look like and how can you protect yourself and get the support you need. Presented by Dr. Janet Dukee-Lloyd, STU.  This presentation is open to the public.  Drop in and bring your friends.
 
St. Thomas Gerontology Students are Coming to the Stepping Stone Senior Centre on Wednesday, November 19th from 3:00 – 4:00 pm. The students in Dr. Janet Durkee-Lloyd's Gerontology seminar class want to have a conversation about what is important for you to have quality of life.  Is it access to services, being heard by government or health care providers or access to affordable housing?  The students really want to hear your voice.  Please join us.  Refreshments provided.  Drop in and bring your friends!
 
Lunch around Freddy- Join us on Friday, Nov. 21st at 11:30 am. The Diplomat, 253 Woodstock Road.  Sign up by Nov. 20th at noon.
 
Friends Campaign - Our appeal for financial support for the Centre is in full swing.  This Campaign is a critical part of the Centre’s operating budget. The monies raised support the delivery of programs and activities for the members.  There is no donation too small; however, tax receipts will be issued for an amount of $10 or more.
 
Christmas is coming and we have the perfect gift for your friends and relatives 50 years old and over  Membership Gift Certificates!  For $25 you can give the gift of a full year of activities!  The gift of belonging!
 
Attention Centre Volunteers!  We have a couple of events coming up and we could use your support.  Sign up is on the Bulletin Board in the hallway across from Reception and Front Room.
 
Jam Jars- We are in need of 250ml jam jars and the bands.
 
 
 
Upcoming Events:
 
Craft & Bake Sale - Saturday, Nov. 29th from 8 to noon. Tables for rent – reserve yours today!
 
Breakfast- Saturday, Dec 6th  from 8:00 – 11:00.  Sponsored by a Member’s family. Only $10 for a full hot, freshly prepared meal including sausage, potatoes, eggs, pancakes, beans, biscuits, juice, tea and coffee.  Everyone is welcome!  Bring your friends and neighbours!!
 
Our Community’s 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, 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. Win! Win!  
 
Community Notices
 
Happy Booker Book Sale – November, 15th (9:00-6:00) & 16th (10:00-2:00) Fredericton High School (FHS) for Adult Literacy Fredericton (ALF). 
 
Free Fitness Assessments – UNB Kinesiology – Between November 16th and 25th, 2025.  Email [email protected] to participate in this research.  Appointment are available on:
Sunday, November 16th 1-3 and 3-5, 17th 9-11, 18th 3-5, 20th 6-8, 22nd 10-12 and 12-2, 25th 3-5.
Wheels To Meals – Tuesday, November 18th from 11:30 – 1:00.  A freshly prepared, hot meal including juice, biscuits, tea/coffee, and dessert for only $10.  Volunteers provide transportation to and from St. Mary’s Anglican Church or you can bring yourself and your friends.
How to Get a Good Night’s Sleep Without Sleeping Pills – Thursday, November 20th, 7:00-8:15 pm.  Free!  In person at Kent Auditorium, Wu Centre, 6 Duffie Dr., Fredericton.  Online (via Zoom)  Register at  https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/how-to-get-a-good-nights-sleep-without-sleeping-pills-tickets-1778347879379
 
Death Café – Friday, November 21st from 1:30 – 3:00 – Fredericton Public Library. 
A safe and supportive environment in which to have a respectful and confidential conversation about death and dying and end-of-life care and options.  This is not a grief support group.  For more information email [email protected]
 
NBCC – Life-long Learning for Seniors (60+) – FREE
This special opportunity invites seniors to audit college classes.  No exams, no grades, just the joy of learning!  Classes start January 5th.  A laptop is required.  For more information email [email protected] or call 1-506-371-4063.
 
Reminder:  When Schools in Zone 6 are closed due to inclement weather,
the Stepping Stone Senior Centre will close as well.
 
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