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.
July August 2009 Newsletter Now Available
Click on Newsletter above to access 2009 July & August newsletter that lists programs that continue throughout the summer, important information about our Gala 2009 featuring Louise Pitre and news about fall bus trips.
There's always something happening at Askennonia and if you have had your 55th birthday, you are certainly welcome to come check us out.
June 2009 Newlsetter Available Now
There's always somethng happening at the Askennonia Senior Centre and June is no exception. See our full June newsletter by going to the top the website page and clicking on "newsletter".
We have a Picnic in Little Lake Park to celebrate Seniors' Month and loads of regularly scheduled activities. There is something for everyone!
Poetry Says It All!
Let's Write meets Monday afternoons and their stories are often published in the monthly newsletter (available by clicking newsletter tab above). Here's a terrific submission by board member, Earl Veale. What a great advertisement for Askennonia Senior Centre! Be sure to click on "Read the full story", as there's lots more poem to enjoy.
Askennonia
by Earl Veale – Let’s Write
If you feel sad or kind of blue
we have just the place for you.
Askennonia.
If you like to joke, and laugh, and sing,
the Coffee House is just the thing
at Askennonia.
150 attend AGM
Our Annual General Meeting held on Wed. March 25th was a great success. A delicious chili and biscuit lunch was provided by the Bayfield House and Villa Retirement Lodges.
Guest speaker, Peter Rudy, spoke about his lifelong love of ships and his passion for replica shipbuilding. Those in attendance were amazed by the craftmanship involved in producing such precise replicas. Literature about Peter's ships is available at the Askennonia Senior Centre.
Please Welcome Sarah Bearcroft!
Please give Sarah Bearcroft a warm welcome as Volunteer and Event Coordinator at Askennonia. Sarah brings with her excellent interpersonal skills, a creative edge and years of experience planning and promoting events. Please introduce yourself to Sarah when you have the opportunity.
Computer Workshops Fall 2009
Classes are offered by Christine Nugent and will run 9:15am - Noon on Thur mornings in Sept. Class size is limited to first 6 who sign up with cheque.
See the July/August Newsletter by clicking the tab above to see what Christine has planned for Sept, and then be sure to sign up, as space is limited.
In Sept, we will run a Beginner Class that runs for 3 Thursday mornings. Cost is $35 by cheque to reserve your spot.
Other courses include:
Digital Cameras Level 2-organizing picture files with folders, backing files onto CD’s (burning) and photo editing.
Askennonia Walking Group - Earth Day clean up
Doing our part! The Askennonia Walking Group, who meet every Thursday at 9 am participated in Earth Day and Midland's Pitch-In. 15 of our members rolled up their sleeves and put on their gloves to clean up the neighbourhood. Way to go Askennonia! You make the community proud.
Spectacular Spring Fashion Show
Fun and laughter filled the room during our Annual Spring Fashion Show on April 29. Our member models looked lovely in fashions provided by Patricia's. It is certainly nice to see the bright colours of this spring's styles. Thank you to the Tai Chi group who hosted the lunch after the show and to Bayfield House and The Villa for providing most of the treats. What a great way to welcome in the spring season. Hope to see everyone at our Fall Fashion Show.
"Sharing Our Gifts" - April 7th
Another great event was held in conjunction with the Metis Nation of Ontario. A morning full of fun and informative activities followed my a traditional Metis lunch and entertainment. Thank you to the Linedancers for preforming for the almost 200 in attendance.
Askennonia Book Club
The Bookworms Book Club is looking for new members to join them on Thursday afternoons. It's a fun social time to discuss and share with others the books you have read or are currently reading. The group meets at 12:15 pm on the first and third Thursday of each month. They bring a "brown bag lunch" followed by a lively discussion. For more information feel free to call Lois Williamson (pictured) @ 526-5238.
