WELCOME TO ASKENNONIA SENIOR CENTRE
Askennonia is a Ouendat greeting that conveys peace,wholeness and well-being. Askennonia Senior Centre, in Midland Ontario, is a gathering place, where members and guests have excelled in the design and delivery of programs that fit the lifestyles of today's active senior community.
Take a look at our monthly newsletter to discover all our social, recreational and educational programs. We also highlight seasonal celebrations and special events, such as, bus trips, seminars and outings. You will see why, “There’s always something happening at Askennonia”. Drop by weekdays to pick up a free newsletter and to sample an activity.
Not sure how to get here? We are in the North Simcoe Sports and Recreation Centre. Click HERE and enter your home address to see guided directions to the centre.
NEW PROGRAMS FOR FALL 2010
So far, we have 4 new programs for Sept 2010. Zumba Gold, Guitar Lessons, Pickle Ball and Introduction to Woodcarving Seminar will all be offered. Sign up at the centre to participate. Click "read the full story" or see newsletter for additional info.
Gala Evening with Jim Witter - Fri. Sept 17/10
Mark Sept 17 on your calendar, because you won't want to miss Gala 2010. This year, Jim Witter will take us down memory lane through the music of Billy Joel,Simon and Garfunkel and Elton John,. We will have a, cocktail hour, fabulous dinner, wine and entertainment. Tickets are $75.00 per person and available now at the membership desk at Askennonia. Please pay by cheque. Table of 8 will be reserved when purchased by the table. Don't miss this important fundrasing event.
Bus Trip to see "Wicked" - Wed. Nov 24th
Plan ahead now and pick up your tickets to see " Wicked", an exciting new musical which is receiving rave reviews. Bus departs the NSSRC at 9am and returns at approx. 7pm. Excellent seats $130.00 pp and available at the membership desk. Don't miss out.
July & August Newsletter Ready
Click on the newsletter tab above and then on July August 2010 to have a look at the latest newsletter. It lists the 30+ weekly programs as well as the many special events coming up this summer and fall. Bus trips to Blue Jays & Wicked are planned. There's always something happening at Askennonia!!
DRUM PAINTING WORKSHOP - DATE TBA
Askennonia will host a Drum Painting Workshop this summer, when people who made drums March 12 will be able to personalize them. The cost is $1.00 plus materials.
If you have brushes and acrylic paints, your are welcome to bring them and not pay a material fee of $4. If you wish, paint, etc will be supplied for $4.
Please register in advance to permit room set up and materials to be prepared in advance. You must indicate whether or not you will need paint supplies.
The Askennonia phone number is 526 7609.(read full story for more details)
Health Fair Oct 5 - Falls Prevention
Staff at the Ontario Injury Prevention Resource Centre thought you might be interested in the following new resource on seniors’ falls. Please feel free to visit http://www.oninjuryresources.ca/home/ anytime to see what’s new. Click read the full story to see more.....
We felt the Earthquake, but missed the Tornado during June 23/10 Picnic
The forcast was thunder showers, so we held our annual Picnic indoors this year. Everyone enjoyed the lunch and the dancing to Dr. Melnyk and the Grumpy Old Guys. The Cloggers did a great job of both preparing lunch and entertaining. Many thanks to the Villa and Bayfield House for delivering ice cream and to Retire-At-Home for helping with much of the work setting and cleaning up. It was a great day. Thanks to all who contributed.
Let's Write Publishings
Let's Write is a program offered by retired English teacher, John Philips. A good group gets together on Monday afternoons to receive inspiration for writing and then they share their stories.
Here's one that was written by Lydia Ehmcke.
AN APARTMENT WITH CONVENIENCES
One nice Spring morning I felt like taking the lawn furniture out of the shed and putting it on the patio. The sky was blue, the sun was
shinning and winter was finally over.
Toronto Blue Jays - Thurs. Aug 12th
Tickets are now available for Toronto Blue Jays vs Boston Red Sox on Thurs. Aug 12th. Bus departs NSSRC at 9am and returns approx 7pm. Excellent seats in the shade off 3rd base. $85.00 pp which can be purchased at the membership desk. On your own for lunch. A fantastic way to enjoy a summer day!
Tiffin Pier Tower Tour - Sun. June 6
Askennonia's Tiffin Pier Tower Tour was a great event when attendees were invited to take a guided tour of private and model suites and the spa area either before or after they enjoyed a delicious lunch. Musicians, art exhibitions/sales, tastings, free mini manicures and eybrow waxings added value to the overal experience. Tiffin Pier, 699 Aberdeen Blvd, Midland is one of the first highrise luxury condominiums in North Simoce It was a great place to get decorating ideas amd see how two identical designs can take on a whole different personality thanks to decorating.
