May (20.7 MB) - Senior Connector

May 2012 Senior Connector www.seniorconnector.com Page 25Upcoming EventsVolunteers NeededGroupsThe Salmon Arm Grandmothers to Grandmothers, a nonprofitgroup fundraising to support African grandmotherscaring for their orphaned grandchildren and others requestgently used items, plants and baking for their 6th AnnualGarage, Plant, Bake sale on Sat. April 28, from 8 amto1pm at 711 16th St. SE, Salmon Arm. Info for drop off call250-832-5454.Arthritis Self-Management Program – Become a Fibromyalgiaand Arthritis self-manager, set goals and create actionplans, understand available treatments and learn ways tocope with your pain. Program takes place 6 consecutive Fridays(with the exception of Good Friday) March 30 to May11, 1 – 3 pm at the Lansdowne Health Unit 36-450 LansdowneSt. Cost: $25 (includes Arthritis handbook). A familymember or friend can attend for $10. Space is limited; toregister call toll free 1-866-414-7766.You’re invited to a special May Day Seniors’ Tea at theMount Paul United Church Friday, May 4, from 2-3:30 pm.We will offer a brief time of worship, followed by a tea andsing along. For more information or to RSVP, please contactthe church office at 250-376-2261.The North Shuswap Theatre Group are a putting on a play“Sex Please We’re 60” (adult content) at the Lakeside Centrein Anglemont, May 4, 5, 6 & 7 at 7 pm, also May 6 &13 at 1:30 pm. For tickets contact Lonnie 250-955-0563.Let’s Dance, sponsored by the TVASC (Thompson ValleyActivity and Social Club) at the Ukrainian Hall in Kamloops- 725 York St., May 5, from 8 pm to midnight. Musicby Charisma. Admission is $10. Everyone welcome. Therewill be door prizes, 50/50 draw & spot dances. Contacts fortickets: Francoise 250-372-3782, Louise 778-471-2220 orEd 250-374-2774.To all former officers, cadets and the general public areinvited to the 70th Anniverary of 204 Black Maria RCACSon the 27th May, 1pm at McArthur Island in the Boys andGirls Building RVSP no later than 15 May. Phone 250-376-4939.Branch#52 Ladies Auxiliary will hold their general meetingMay 07 at 1 pm and executive meeting May 28 at 1 pm atthe Legion Hall on 425 Lansdowne St.Pair’ A Lls, Lynda Jones, smoke fired pottery and LanceWeisser, watercolours at the old Courthouse Gallery, 7West Seymour Street May 1 to 31. Opening reception May1, 2 to 4 pm, artists in attendance. Free parking, handicapaccessible, no HST. Open 10 to 5, Tues to Fri, 10 to 4, Sat.Visit: kamloopscourthousegallery.caFlea Market Sunday June 3, from 9 am to 1 pm at PonderosaPlace Retirement Community, 421 Columbia St - rearparking lot - look for signs. This is a fundraiser for the nonprofitorganization.Kamloops Prostate Cancer Support Group meets the thirdSaturday of the month at 10 a.m. at Parkview Activity Centre,500 McDonald Ave. Call 250-376-4011 or email larube_kam1@shaw.ca.Kamloops Therapeutic Riding Association offers a uniquelong-term volunteer opportunity for seniors/retired peoplewho grew up with horses or on a farm. By giving as littleas an hour and a half of your time once a week you couldchange a person’s life. Whatever your strengths, there’s aposition for you. If you are interested in joining our dedicatedteam of volunteers please call Masami 250-554-3811 orktravolunteers@gmail.comGroupsDo we have your field of dreams? Local senior mixed slopitchleague seeks women 45 and older, and men 50 andolder. Strictly a fun league playing games each Tuesday andThursday at 10 am, beginning April 26. Call Jim 250-461-9170 or Tony 250-554-4936.Enjoy 4-part harmony singing? Then why not give HubCity Singers, an a’cappella group a try! We meet every Tues.evening at 7 p.m. at Plura Hills Church on Pacific Way inAberdeen, under the expert direction of Chuck Harmon.Adult men and women are very welcome. For more information,call Penny 250-579-1883 or Helen 250-573-5362.Gardening for a healthier life. Kamloops Garden Clubmeets at 7 pm at the Heritage House on the fourthWednesday of every month. Call Jeanne 250-573-3160. Joinus for tips.Shambhala Meditation Group invites you every Thursday7 pm to learn about and experience mindfulness/awarenessmeditation. Everyone is welcome. 433b Lansdowne St. Formore programs and information www.kamloops.shambhala.org or Liz 250-376-4224.Dance to the country music of Vern Cave the Fender Benderevery Sunday night from 8 pm to 11.30 pm at the BarnhartvaleCommunity Hall. Admission $8.Interested in the Canadian Air Force? 886 Wing of the AirForce Association of Canada meet the third Wednesday ofthe month for lunch at 11:30 a.m. at the ABC Restaurant,1835 Rogers Place. New members always welcome. CallMike 250-318-5777.High Country Achievers Toastmasters meet on Thursdayevenings from 7 – 9 pm at Desert Gardens, 540 Seymour St.Improve communication and leadership skills in a friendlyatmosphere. Call 250-299-7317 after 5 pm or send an emailto erin_johnson@hotmail.com for more information. Everyonewelcome!Nicotine Anonymous meets every Tuesday, 7 pm at theKamloops United Church, 421 St. Paul Street, in the ChapelRoom. Anyone who wants to quit smoking is welcome.Kamloops Elks Lodge #44 meets at 7:30 pm every 2ndThursday of each month at 784-B Victoria St. We haveserved the community since 1920. You are invited to comeand meet the members. New members are welcomed. Thehall is also available for gatherings, meetings, etc. Inquiries:250-372-2737 or 250-573-4632Crown Jewels of Canada – The Ravishing Rubies (RedHat group) are looking for ladies 18 and over to join ourgroup -for some fun, travel, friendship and sincere ideas forentertainment and social activities. Call Beverlee 250-374-0949 or 250-372-3339.Kamloops United Church Thrift Shop has moved acrossthe road to 387- 4th Ave, 250-372-3448. Our hours thereare from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday to Friday. We haveexcellent merchandise and prices, and welcome new customers.Kamloops and District Diabetes can be reached by callingtoll free 1-888-628-9494, which will connect you withthe Regional Office in Kelowna. Volunteers who man thephones most weekdays can give you local information orthe name and number of local speakers, dates and locationsof meetings and remember volunteers are always welcometo help with events. There are two support groups in Kamloops.Community speakers are always welcome.McArthur Park Lawn Bowling Club (beside Nor Brock)meets Mon., Wed. and Fri., 6 pm. Bowling at 6:30. Everyonewelcome. Flat soled shoes essential. Enjoy bowling, coffeeand good company. Call 250-376-0917, 250-376-9905,250-579-8259 or 250-376-5463.The Kamloops Heritage Model Railroad Club meets onthe first Friday of each month at 7 pm. Come and investigatea great hobby. Phone 250-554-3233 for information.The tradition of service requires a legacy of support. Considerjoining the Order of the Royal Purple #277. Meetings arethe first and third Tuesday each month. Call Eleanor Vernon,250-374-2806.We are looking for more players for Ping Pong/Table Tennis.Beginners of all ages are welcome. Come out to DesertGardens Community Centre, 540 Seymour St. on Tuesdays7 pm and Thursdays 12:30 pm for fun, fitness and makingnew friends. For more info call Guenter at 250-372-3965.Aberdeen Lions Club meets the second and fourth Tuesdayof the month at 12 p.m. at the ABC Restaurant, 1835 RogersPlace. New members welcome. Call 250-828-1765.Kamloops Family History Society meets the fourth Thursdayof each month at Heritage House, 100 Lorne St., from7 to 9 p.m. (Sept. to May). Guests and new members arewelcome. Call 250-579-2078.Crib Tournaments, Wednesdays, 7 p.m. and the secondSunday of each month at 1 p.m. at the North KamloopsElks, 102 - 1121 Twelfth St., call 250-376-2924. Everyonewelcome.**PRICE REDUCED: $1950/mo.2 Bdrm Suite in 55+ RiverBendSeniors Community, Kamloops, RiverView. Welcoming. Wheelchair friendly.Avail. immediately.catherine_steele@hotmail.com1-604-408-1023 (Vancouver)182B Tranquille Road,Kamloops1-877-414-4241peo06_disablePAWS-N-TAILSDOG & CAT GROOMINGFor appointmentplease call:Clipper bladesharpening availableThree groomersavailable864C-8thStreetKamloops376-6533Rooms foR Rent in new home,senior oriented, meals (3 daily +tea time), day trips, exercise, games,outings, all laundry done & lots offun! Full use of home! Stair lift forstairs available as well as rides toappointments.For any inquiries, please call250-376-3305 anytime.