Welcome to the"Barrhaven Seniors' Council" activities and more

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Community Safety Update:
Important update from Councillor Hill about safety in and around Barrhaven.
"...We had some excellent questions on the topics of: stunt racing, car thefts, break ins, robberies, traffic safety as well as a number of one on one discussions after the formal discussions concluded..."
Ottawa Police Community Safety Meeting - Barrhaven
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E2A3NdPnpwY
October 29, 2023
Good afternoon, Members.
As has been in the past, the month of November is one of our busiest months of activities .
We offer several program options from which to choose.
Some of the highlights:
1. Tuesday, November 7th: Men's breakfast 8:30 AM; and
Tuesday, November 7th: Monthly Birthday Social 10 AM;
2. Wednesday, November 8th: Ladies Luncheon 11:30 AM; and
Wednesday, November 8th: Health and Wellness Fair 11 AM to 2 PM (Poster at Calendar tab)
3. Wednesday, November 15th:
Special Presentation by the Council On Aging Ottawa
“Understanding the Ingredients for Healthy Eating”
- presenter sponsored by the Barrhaven Lions Club;-
- notice for Sign Up will be sent soon
- $5 covers: materials; light snack; and room rental:
4, Monday, November 2oth: Last Restaurant Outing until Spring
HEART & CROWN BARRHAVEN - 3161 Strandherd Drive #300
2 Sittings - 11:30 AM & 1 PM - Sign Up will begin in early November
Menu: Irish food and Irish drink menus, Ottawa, ON | Heart and Crown
5. Wednesday, November 22nd:
Special Presentation and visit by Therapeutic Pet "Eleanor" (poster at Calendar tab)
- fully sponsored by Revera Barrhaven;- notice for Sign Up will be sent soon;
6. Wednesday, November 29th: Our Annual General Meeting
- notices and attachments will be sent out early in November.
OUR DECEMBER BUS EXCURSION
Upper Canada Playhouse Festive Matinee + Buffet Lunch
Pre COVID, we used to travel to Upper Canada Playhouse. Please join us for this wonderful way to kick off the festive season.
We travel to the St. Lawrence Seaway - making a stop for a delicious buffet lunch at the McIntosh Country Inn in Morrisburg.
This afternoon we will claim our reserved seats for, “Home for the Holidays” (Wednesday, December 6th), on stage at the Upper Canada Playhouse.
Description:
A new sensational holiday family concert from Leisa Way and the Wayward Wind Band created just for our Playhouse audience! Following the success of their former Christmas hit shows Have Yourself a Swinging Little Country Christmas & Mistletoe Magic, this spectacular new concert will feature a host of traditional, new and fun Yuletide music to put you in the Christmas spirit! Plus some interactive audience participation fun & sing-a-longs with Leisa and the band!
‘Tis The Season for some great music at The Playhouse!
Cost: $177 Transportation, Lunch, Theatre/Concert Ticket, All taxes
To sign up for this trip, please email barrhavenseniors@gmail.com as soon as possible as our block of seats will sell quickly. Terry and I will set up a master list and contact you regarding payment and pick up details (usually at Walter Baker.)
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COMMUNITY NOTE: BARRHAVEN GARDEN CLUB PRESENTS - HOLIDAY FLORALS, NOV 22 ND, 7:00 P.M. BARRHAVEN UNITED CHURCH, 3013 JOCKVALE RD. Join them for their annual evening event with Jessica Barrett and Sofiane Laib of Mill Street Florist.Come and watch this amazing duo create fabulous holiday arrangements Not only will you learn tips to create your own at home pieces but you may be a lucky recipient of one of their amazing arrangements.GUESTS; $5.00 MEMBERS FREE. NET PROCEEDS DONATED TO THE BARRHAVEN FOOD CUPBOARDInfo: barrhavengardenclub.ca
Enjoy this fun filled month.
Don
Donald Winchester, President,
Barrhaven Seniors' Council,https://barrhavenseniors.com/
Charity #72092 5924 RR0001,Canada Not-For-Profit #1016879-3.613-440-3620
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October 7, 2022
Announcement at the House of Commons by MP Chandra Arya confirming the new "Barrhaven Seniors' Center" as part of the Barrhaven Downtown project:
Join older adults and seniors with similar interests from the community. These could be interests and skills from your work environment, or maybe a unique hobby.
Over 600 older adults 55+ in and around Barrhaven have joined our group list and we continue to expand.
It's sometimes difficult to find others in the community with similar interests. Expand you network of friends by taking part in som
Our volunteers offer a wide variety of: Programs; Social Activities; Outings and Special Events - plus provide links to other services available in the community.
Group activities are designed to provide a welcoming atmosphere - . in a relaxed setting.
Want to see new sights? Join us on one of our full day bus tours out of the city. We use highway coaches with a professional tour guide and driver.
Like to explore different part of the city? Join the seasonal "Out and About" group as they take one of the free for seniors OCTranspo routes. There is lots to see and do in our city.
As a CRA Registered Charity - #72092 5924 RR0001 - any older adult or senior can join our group. Annual "activity fees" may apply.
There is no fee required to be able to join this group. Everyone is welcome to participate.
Tax Receipts are issued for all Donations. For ease of budgeting, donations can be made in lump sum or by monthly giving. We appreciate any and all donations.
Financial support from the community as a whole is needed so that our volunteers can offer a wide variety of programs and services to older adults and seniors from Barrhaven and surrounding areas.
Click the yellow button below. Just fill out the form below - including your name, address and phone number - and click the Send button. It's that easy.