Seniors Activities at a Glance

Older Adult Centre

Special Events, Fundraisers, Seniors' Celebrations
April - June 2008

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To reach Older Adult Centre
Address: 100 City Centre Drive, P.O. Box 2214, Mississauga, Ontario L5B 2C9 Canada
Telephone: 905-615-3207

  Income Tax Clinics - Apr. 7, 10, 2008
  Tree of Sharing - Apr. 1 - May 30, 2008
  Movie Matinee: Dreamgirls - Apr. 2, 2008
  Senior Star DVD Release Party - Apr. 3, 2008
  Spring Fashion Show - Apr. 4, 2008
  Annual General Meeting - Apr. 24, 2008
  Sensible Living: Future Planning Pyramid - Apr. 30, 2008
  55 Alive Driver Refresher Course - May 6 & May 7, 2008
  Movie Matinee: The Aviator - May 7, 2008
  Mother's Day Gift Wrapping - May 8-10, 2008
  Beyond Ballroom - May 9, 2008
  Carassauga Passport for Carassauga Festival - May 23, 24 & 25, 2008
  Centre Stage Variety Show - May 23-25, 2008
  Sensible Living: Healthy for Life - May 28, 2008
  Movie Matinee: The Devil Wears Prada - June 4, 2008
  All That Glitters Jewellery Sale and Silent Auction - June 9-11, 2008
  Arabian Nights Luncheon - June 12, 2008
  Senior's Month Games Day - June 17, 2008
  Hearing and Communication Lecture - June 24, 2008
  Sensible Living: Living with Diabetes - June 25, 2008
  Amica at City Centre Senior's Month BBQ - Thursday, June 26, 2008


Income Tax Clinics

Income Tax Clinic

Monday, April 7; Thursday, April 10, 2008
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) will assist seniors with completing their tax returns. There are eligibility requirements.

Cost: $1.50 per appointment. Please register in advance.
Location: Board Room.


Movie Matinee: Dreamgirls

Dreamgirls Google image from http://popdish.com/wp-content/uploads/2006/12/blog_2006_1231_2.jpg

Wednesday, April 2, 2008 from 1:30 p.m.

Dreamgirls Plot Summary

Monthly feature flick: Dreamgirls (2006) - Starring Jennifer Hudson, Jamie Foxx, Eddie Murphy and Beyoncé Knowles.

$2.00 per person, includes light refreshments and popcorn.
Location: Older Adult Centre Lion's Den.


Senior Star DVD Release Party

Chartwell's National Appreciation of Seniors DaySenior Star DVD Release Party

Thursday, April 3, 2008: 10:30 a.m. - 12: 30 p.m.

Chartwell's National Appreciation of Seniors Day: Senior Star DVD Release Party at Older Adult Centre.

Join us for the DVD release and debut showing of the Senior Star National Final that took place in Toronto on October 15, 2007. Refreshments served! Hope to see you there!

Pick up your free ticket for this special event at the Administration Office.


Spring Fashion Show

Fashion Show

Friday, April 4, 2008: 1:30 - 3:00 p.m.

Spring is just around the corner! View the latest in spring fashions by Tan Jay and Alia presented by Sears Square One as you enjoy a delicious dessert.

Ticket price: $6.00 for Members, $7.00 for Guests 50+.


Annual General Meeting

Annual General Meeting - Google image from http://www.istmar.co.uk/Pictures/AGM.jpg

Thursday, April 24, 2008 - From 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

Join us for a light lunch followed by a meeting with the Board of Directors. There is no charge for this event. Please sign up in advance at the Administration Office to receive your free lunch ticket. Only paid-up 2008 members are eligible to attend. Please see Volunteer Bulletin Board for Notice to Invite Nominations for open Board of Director postions. Nominations must be submitted by April 9, 2008.


Tree of Sharing

Sharing Tree

April 1 - May 30, 2008

Our Annual Tree of Sharing campaign will take place April 1st - May 30th, 2008. Members, staff, friends and volunteers can purchase blossoms for $25, $30, or $75 for everyone to admire. Each bloom will be highlighted with the purchase's name. Tax receipts will be issued by the Older Adult Centres' Association of Ontario (OACAO). All donors will be invited to our Blossom Tea of Sharing on May 30, 2008. Donation will go towards assisting the Centre.


Sensible Living - Future Planning Pyramid

Oak tree Google image from http://www.itsnature.org/Plant_Life/images/article-pics/OakTree.jpg

Wednesday, April 30, 2008: 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Presented by Don Cameron from Memorial Gardens.

$2.00 per visit, includes refreshments.
Please sign up at the Administration Office.


55 Alive Driver Refresher Course

Driver Safety Course - Google image from http://www.pinemountainlake.com/uploads/photos/misc/drivingclass.jpg

Tuesday, May 6 and Wednesday, May 7, 2008: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Provided through the Canada Safety Council, this in-class driver refresher program is designed to help people 55+ to maintain your independence and driving privileges, give you more confidence, improve your awareness, identify and correct bad driving habits. Overhead slides, handouts and a workbook will be used. Cost for the manual and kit is included in the course fee.

Course fee: $55.00 for 6 hours over 2 days. (Includes manual).
Location: Older Adult Centre Lion's Den.


Movie Matinee: The Aviator

The Aviator - Google image from http://www.filminlandempire.com/images/aviator.jpg

Wednesday, May 7, 2008 from 1:30 p.m.

The Aviator Plot Summary

Monthly feature flick: The Aviator (2004) - Starring Leonardo DiCaprio as Howard Hughes.

$2.00 per person, includes light refreshments and popcorn.
Location: Older Adult Centre Lion's Den.


Mother's Day Gift Wrapping

Gift Wrap - Google image from http://members.aol.com/cbhjm/eBay/Logos/giftR3DBlue_16x16.gif Happy Mother's Day - Google image from http://raibledesigns.com/repository/images/HappyMothersDay.jpg Gift Wrap - Google image from http://www.braybrook.co.uk/webroot/braybrook/sf/assets/images/closeup/giftwrapping.jpg

Thursday, Friday and Saturday: May 8, 9, 10, 2008

We will be gift wrapping in the Square One Shopping Mall for Mother's Day (Sunday, May 11, 2008). If you would like to donate your time for this worthwhile fundraiser, please drop by the Office or contact Karmela Buzdon at 905-615-3207.


Beyond Ballroom

Ballroom Dancing - Google image from http://www.ballroomessentials.com/images/Ballroom-Dancing-John-LaGatta.jpg

Friday, May 9, 2008: From 7:30 - 9:30 p.m.

Do you enjoy watching Dancing with the Stars? Then you will love to see live demonstrations of International and Latin Ballroom Dancing! Watch a Salsa dance demonstration, then try it out for yourself, or ballroom dance with Merilyn's class. Hor d'oeuvres and desserts top off this elegant evening.

Ticket price: $8.00 for Members, $10.00 for Guests 50+.


Carassauga Passport for Carassauga Festival

Carassauga Mississauga Festival of Cultures - Google image from http://www.macedonianlife.com/PUB_IMg/carassauga.JPG

Passport sale begins in May 2008

Tour the world! Carassauga is a fabulous multicultural festival held throughout Mississauga on May 23, 24, and 25, 2008. Buy your Carassauga Passport at the Admin Office at Older Adult Centre, lower level in Square One Shopping Centre, beginning in May, 2008.


Centre Stage Variety Show

Centre Stage Variety Show - Lights Camera Action - Google image from http://www.balloonmaniacs.com/images/clapboardheliumballoon.jpg Silhouette dancers Google image from http://images.google.com/imgres?imgurl=http://bp0.blogger.com/_HssNmB9vgyY/RxkndxZuQBI/AAAAA...

Friday, May 23 and Sunday May 25, 2008: 2:00 p.m.

This fun afternoon highlights the talents of our members. Enjoy performances by our Jazz, Tap and Line Dance classes, as well as a variety of members performances. The first audition for individual performers will be held on Friday, March 28, 2008 at 12:30 p.m. Please see Laura if you wish to try out.

Ticket price: $8.00 for Members, $10.00 for Guests (all ages).


Sensible Living - Healthy for Life

Wednesday, May 28, 2008: 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Presented by Grace Wong, USANA Health Sciences.

$2.00 per visit, includes refreshments.
Please sign up at the Administration Office.


Movie Matinee: The Devil Wears Prada

The Devil Wears Prada Google image from http://media.movieweb.com/galleries/3688/posters/poster1.jpg

Wednesday, June 4, 2008 from 1:30 p.m.

The Devil Wears Prada Plot Summary.

Monthly feature flick: The Devil Wears Prada (2006) - Starring Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway.

$2.00 per person, includes light refreshments and popcorn.
Location: Older Adult Centre Lion's Den.


All That Glitters Jewellery Sale and Silent Auction

Jewelry image from Google

Monday, June 9 to Wednesday, June 11, 2008 - From 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Auction items will close at 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 11, 2008.

Find that wonderful new bling at our sale of gently used and new jewellery. Spring cleaning? The Centre is in need of jewellery for this sale. The drop box is located in the front lobby.


Arabian Nights Luncheon

Arabian Nights Google image from http://www.trojanhorseantiques.com/PScheherazade.jpg

Thursday, June 12, 2008

Step back in time to the days of sultans and harems. Enjoy a Middle Eastern lunch as you are entertained for the afternoon by our "Sahara Silk" belly dancers. This event will be one to remember!!

Ticket price: TBA.


Senior's Month Games Day

Cards Royal Flush Google image from http://z.about.com/d/magic/1/0/g/9/RoyalFlush1-final.jpg Dominoes Google image from http://www.jamaicans.com/moxiepix/a2286.jpg Trivial Pursuit Google image from http://www.centralconnector.com/images/trivpursboard_t.jpg

Tuesday, June 17, 2008 - From 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

Enjoy an afternoon of fun and games on us. Sign up to play cards, dominoes or join in the fun of our giant Trivial Pursuit game. Refreshments and prizes will be part of the fun afternoon. Pick up your Free Ticket at the Administration Office.


Hearing and Communication Lecture

Dr Bruce Schneider photo from UTM Alumni http://www.utm.utoronto.ca/hcl/node/119

Tuesday, June 24, 2008 - From 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.

Dr. Bruce Schneider, Professor of Psychology, University of Toronto at Mississauga, will be speaking on "Age-Related Changes in Hearing and Communication", followed by refreshments. Pick up your Free Ticket at the Administration Office.

A note on the speaker: "For more than 35 years, Professor Bruce Schneider has made significant scientific contributions in the fields of human auditory development and information processing by sensory and cognitive systems, both in infants and children, and in older adults." Dr. Schneider was the 2006 Recipient of the Faculty Award of Excellence, sponsored by the University of Toronto Alumni Association (UTAA).


Sensible Living - Living with Diabetes

Type 2 Diabetes Google image from http://www.diabetescaregroup.info/images/type2diabetes.jpg

Wednesday, June 25, 2008: 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Presented by West Toronto Diabetes Education Program.

$2.00 per visit, includes refreshments.
Please sign up at the Administration Office.


Senior's Month BBQ

You're invited to a BBQ Google image from http://www.printables.thecraftcafe.com/flamesinvite.jpg

Thursday, June 26, 2008 - 9:00 a.m - 3:30 p.m.

Join Amica at City Centre for a BBQ at the Library Square to celebrate Senior's Month!
Event Location: City Hall - Civic Centre, just east of the Mississauga Central Library.
Join us for an all day seniors’ active living event in Mississauga. This all day seniors’ event is to inspire, educate and encourage all seniors on how to improve their quality of life while having fun.
Complimentary BBQ lunch and live entertainment by the Jolleyballers.

9:00 am – Registration
9:30 am to 10:00 am – Walkathon
9:30 am to 10:00 am – Fun & Fitness
10:00 am to 10:30 am – Nordic Walking
10:00 am to 10:30 am – Line Dancing
10:30 am to 11:00 am – Tai Chi
11:15 am to 11:45 am – Ballroom Dancing
11:45 am to 12:15 pm – Belly Dancing
12:00 noon – Complimentary BBQ Lunch
12:30 pm to 2:30 pm – Live entertainment by the Jolleyballers
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm – Games Tent - cards, scrabble
3:30 pm – Closing

For more information please contact Ann Brady at 905-803-8100.