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SENIORS SCENE: Summer excursions, singalongs on schedule at Kent Street Centre

Seniors centre is seeking a cook to oversee coffee shop operations
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The Kent Street Activity Centre Sing A Long group meets every Tuesday afternoon at 1 p.m. through the summer. This social group invites everyone who enjoys singing in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere to drop in for a visit. Non-members may come sing three times before purchasing membership. For more information on Sing A Long or any other activity groups at the Kent Street Activity Centre, drop into the Centre to pick up a schedule of activities or check it out online at whiterockcity.ca/seniors

• The Kent Street Activity Centre is looking for someone to oversee the coffee shop operation. This paid cook position will work with a team of volunteers to prepare a variety of delicious and healthy food options and frozen meals, for special events and to serve and sell at the coffee shop. Hours are Monday to Friday. If you have a love of cooking, catering experience and the ability to lead and supervise a team of amazing volunteers, we would love to hear from you. Please contact Dianne at 604-541-2236 or dsawicki@whiterockcity.ca. for more information.

• Is it getting too warm for you to exercise outdoors? Drop in to the White Rock Community Centre and get your cardio training and dumbbell workout completed in air-conditioned comfort. Hours are Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Call 604-541-2231 for more information.

• A new summer excursion is being offered on Aug. 24 to A Rocha’s Brooksdale Environmental Centre. Enjoy a morning workshop to learn new tips and tricks for gardening in small spaces, followed by lunch surrounded by the beautiful scenery the centre has to offer. This trip is made possible by a Peace Arch Hospital Foundation Community Grant. Call 604-541-2199 to register or online at whiterockcity.ca/register

• On Tuesday July 19 at 1 p.m. join Mary Lou Rust for a free Zumba Gold class at the Kent Street Activity Centre. The Semiahmoo Seniors Planning Table has partnered with White Rock Recreation and Culture to offer a Zumba Gold workshop once a month until Aug. 9. A great introduction to Zumba! To register call 604-531-9400 ext. 220.

• Enjoy the refreshing mountain air in Squamish as you ride the Sea-to-Sky gondola with unbeatable views of the Howe Sound. This 55-plus excursion on July 25 includes admission, guided tour and transportation. Call 604-541-2199 to register.

• It is time to Zumba outside, all July and August at Centennial Park. Sign up now for the Wednesday or Friday morning Zumba Gold class. Pre-registered drop-in is also available. Call 604-541-2199 to secure your spot or online at whiterockcity.ca/seniors.

• Volunteer drivers are needed to take seniors on day excursions this summer and fall. Enjoy free meals and admission to a variety of fun destinations such as Salt Spring Island, Theatre Under the Stars, Lonsdale Quay and more. Class 2 or 4 driver’s licence required. Call 604-541-2231 for more information.

The Kent Street Activity Centre located at 1475 Kent St. is open to persons 55 years of age or better. New members are welcome. For more information on activities, programs and volunteer opportunities please call the Centre at 604-541-2231.