Harvest- Wednesday July 7^th, 2010

Join us as we go see Harvest at the Lighthouse Theatre in Port Dover on Wednesday July 7^th, 2010.  Before the performance we will enjoy lunch at the Erie Beach Hotel.  Lunch will be mouthwatering pickerel with fries and sherbet or ice cream for dessert.         

Harvest is about a rural couple that moves to the city and decides to rent their farm to what appears to be a nice young man.  When an astronomical hydro bill shows up the couple goes investigating.  They soon discover a new harvest at their farm…marijuana!  This delightful comedy is based on the real life experiences of the Playwrights parents who live in London. 

Tickets are $81 for members, $82 non-members.  We depart the Boys and Girls Club at 9:30am and from White Oaks Mall at 9:45am.  We return to London at approximately 6:15pm.

Lucan Area Heritage and Donnelly Museum- Tuesday August 10^th

Step back in time and experience the infamous Donnelly murders first hand on Tuesday August 10^th, 2010.  We will also be learning about the founding of Wilberforce by a Black community from Cincinnati and the arrival and settlement of the Lucan area by Irish immigrants. 

We begin our day with a 1 hour guided bus tour of the Lucan area.  Next we will enjoy lunch at the newly created Mammarella’s Pizzeria and Eatery (formerly Mr. Haney’s Diner).  After lunch we will head over to the Lucan Area Heritage and Donnelly Museum for a tour of the facility.  This newly opened 3100 square foot museum displays the Ray Fazakas Donnelly collection, rotating local exhibits and a gift shop.  We will also tour an 1850 Donnelly log cabin and the Hearn barn which contains agricultural artifacts. 

This lovely day only costs $42 for members and $43 for non-members.  We depart the Boys and Girls Club at 9:45am and from Masonville Mall at 10:00am.  Approximate return time is 3:30pm. 

  Shear Madness- Wednesday August 25, 2010

Come laugh yourself silly as we experience interactive theatre when we see Shear Madness at Stage West on August 25^th. 2010.  Someone is killed, everyone is a suspect and the audience has to help solve the crime.  It’s the ultimate whodunit with laughs. 

The unique format of Shear Madness allows the actors to turn to the audience for their opinions and assistance in solving the mystery.  The actors perform small choreographed vignettes and have hilarious responses to every conceivable audience comment.  Expect the unexpected, you can help the Boston street cop get to the bottom of the mystery by giving him input, or you may be hit on by the male hair dresser. 

We depart the club at 8:30am and leave White Oaks Mall at 8:45am.  We will enjoy an extravagant all you can eat buffet at the Stage West’s Haida Garden Café before the performance.  This trip is offered at a one time low price of only $64 for members and $65 for non-members.  Don’t miss out on this fabulous deal; get your tickets today!

Evita- Friday September 10, 2010

Watch the ambitious and charismatic Eva Duarte on Friday September 10, 2010 in the classic modern musical Evita.  Witness her rise from poverty in rural Argentina as Eva becomes first the mistress, then wife of President Juan Peron.  Showing at the Stratford Festival this award winning musical will not disappoint.  

The story follows Evita’s early life, rise to power, charity work, and feminist involvement.  Combined with exuberant Latin, rock, and jazz rhythms this musical is full of passion and energy.  See how one women helped shape the course of history.

We are departing the club at 10:00am and from Masonville Mall at 10:15am.  Before the performance we will enjoy an all-you-can-eat lunch at the newly renovated King’s Buffet in Stratford.  King’s Buffet offers a combination of Chinese and Canadian dishes to enjoy.  Tickets for this trip are $91 for members and $92 for non-members.   

Tickets available from the information booth at the Boys and Girls Club, 184 Horton St.

For more Information please contact Blake Irvine at 519-434-9115 ext. 251



Tickets are still available for the March 11^th trip to see Pride and Prejudice at the Grand Theatre.  We are meeting at Winks Eatery at 11:15am to enjoy a nice lunch before walking down to the Grand for a 1:00pm matinee.  Transportation is not provided however, Winks Eatery is located on Albert Street just off of Richmond in downtown London and is only a short walk to the theatre.  Lunch is all-inclusive and members can choose from several different meal options.

Pride and Prejudice is the classic love story written by Jane Austen.  The story is based in the 19^th century, known as the Regency Era, and follows Elizabeth and her four sisters in their relentless pursuit for suitable husbands.  Don’t miss out on this delightful romantic comedy, get your tickets today at the information booth.  Tickets are $35 for members and $36 for non-members.

Mystery Trip- Friday April 9^th, 2010

Looking for a sense of the unknown?  Take a trip where you won’t know where you’re going until you get there.  On April 9^th we are having a mystery trip which will depart from the club at 9:00am and return at approximately 4:00pm.  This full day of events will involve several stops, lunch, and more.  Be the first to find out where this trip takes us, grab your tickets today!

Rock n’ Roll Heaven- Wednesday May 12^th, 2010

If you like excitement this is the trip for you!  On May 12^th we are attending Rock n’ Roll Heaven at the Famous People Players in Etobicoke.  The bus departs the club at 9:00am and leaves White Oaks Mall at 9:15am.  

Come experience genuine hospitality and first class service as we enjoy lunch in the Famous People Players’ dining room before the performance.  Following the meal, we will be escorted to the Phil Collins Theatre to watch the thrilling performance.  After the performance dessert, coffee, and tea are served before we get back on the bus return to London at approximately 6:00pm.  

Famous People Players are known throughout the world for their award winning black-light theatre and imaginative, inspirational work.  Rock n’ roll Heaven is no exception.  Come see this sensational show as 2 kings meet in Rock n’ Roll Heaven and create an explosion in black light.  You’ll be moon-walking in blue suede shoes to the greatest beat the world has ever known! 

Tickets are $89 for members and $90 for non-members and are available at the information booth.  You won’t be disappointed. 

Tap Dogs- Thursday June 10^th, 2010

Witness the reinvention of tap dancing as we head off to see Tap Dogs on June 10^th.  The performance is at St. Jacobs Schoolhouse Theatre and we are departing the club at 9:30am and departing White Oaks Mall at 9:45am.  We will be stopping at Crossroads Family Restaurant to enjoy an extravagant all inclusive buffet.  Crossroads offers soups, bread, a salad bar, hot buffet with four main dishes, rice, vegetables, potatoes, ice-cream bar, dessert table with several varieties of homemade pies and more.  If you can stay awake after the meal, time has been put aside to shop in downtown St. Jacobs before the show.

            We will depart for the theatre at 1:15pm, the show begins at 2:00pm.  Tap Dogs has played to rave reviews across the world and has won eleven international awards.  The spectacle runs 90 minutes as six remarkable male dancer’s tap dance across a steel construction-site set.  This sensational performance is a must see, don’t miss out on the energy and the excitement.  Tickets are $85 for members and $86 for non-members.            

For more information please contact Blake Irvine at 519-434-9115 ext.251

1. Computer Classes

Learn to search for the information you need, use your e-mail more effectively, and learn to us the internet more effectively. Glen Cairn and Pond Mills residents aged 55 and better. Thursdays @ 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.  call 519-668-2745 for more info

2. Fitness/Walking Program 

Our walking/fitness program is an excellent opportunity to get out and exercise. We focus on functional fitness and easy aerobic walking:Tuesdays 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. and Fridays 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.

3: Euchre

Drop in and play Euchre for fun and a little friendly competition. Fridays 1:30 pm–3:30 pm

4: 55+ Club Drop-in

 Information sharing and a time for social fun, Wii bowling and companionship. Mondays 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

5: Acorns and Oak trees

An intergenerational program that matches seniors with children from the community.  The group gathers each month to engage in a variety of activities that help foster the relationship between the two generations.

All acorns and Oak trees are from 1-3 pm

March 25, 2010

International Cultural Festival food, baking & an active surprise

April 15, 2010

Favorites female Day` dyeing silk scarves, cards & activities

May 20, 2010

Victorian tea party~ tea party & pioneer activities

June17, 2010

Wrap up party at the school, tours, performances & food.

Topic: Pensions and Benefits 
 Speaker:  Christa Mobberley - Service Canada

Date: Thursday January 21, 2010
Time: 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Location: Kiwanis Seniors Community Centre, 78 Riverside Drive.

Everyone Welcome


--
Allan Wright, Chair,
CARP London Chapter

In November of 2008, three years of funding was awarded by the Ontario Trillium Foundation to the Seniors Community Association to conduct the “Connecting London Seniors… Neighbourhood by Neighbourhood” project.  The Glen Cairn community was the first neighbourhood to be approached and over the course of about six months, five different discussion groups were held with seniors across the neighbourhood. 

On October 27/09, a Community Meeting was held at the Pond Mills Library to release the findings of the Glen Cairn Community Report. The report summarized the feedback received from Glen Cairn seniors. One of the main concerns raised was the lack of a central community gathering place. Access to information also emerged early as one of the key areas Glen Cairn seniors would like to see addressed.  A telling quote from one of the first discussion groups was as follows:  “I think we come back to information and before we can say what we need, we need to be fully aware of what we’ve got.”  Clearly, participants cared deeply about their community and offered many great suggestions that will benefit seniors in the future.

The process of asking a broad range of people to come out and talk to one another is as valuable as the information first shared.  People tend to associate with those they know and have always had contact with, so the new relationships started through the discussion groups will help to foster a broader sense of community and opportunities to work together. As more and more people hear about the project and read the report, it is hoped that they will be inspired to get involved and pursue activities that will make their neighbourhood more “Age- Friendly”.  Already a broad range of Glen Cairn seniors have come forward and indicated their willingness to help out and learn more and everyone is welcome! For more information on the Connecting London Seniors project or to receive a copy of the Glen Cairn Community Report, please call Jean Knight, Project Coordinator, at 519-963-4567.



Upcoming Events

Runs one Saturday morning a month and provides community members age 55 & Better with a positive

social learning environment with guest speakers and activities. Minimal fee may apply

Upcomming for winter 2010

VON

Home at Last Program

January 16, 2010

10:00am-12:00pm

February 27, 2010

Fire Prevention

London fire Department

March 27, 2010

Personal Safety and Fire

Prevention

10:00am-12:00pm

April 24,2010

Stroke Rehabilitation

St Joseph’s Health Care

London/Parkwood Hospital

10:00 am– 1:00 pm

If you would like to play with these top Golden Girls then join us every Friday at 12:30 p.m. for euchre and a great time. For more information call 519-66-2745 and ask for Martha