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SENIORS’ SCENE: Plan ahead for Kent Street activities this summer

Plenty to do, from choral concerts to summertime excursions
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Kent Street Activity Centre is offering an excursion that will appeal to all of you who enjoy watching major league baseball.

On Aug. 3, travel to Seattle to see the Mariners take on the Toronto Blue Jays at Safeco Field, considered one of the best baseball parks in North America.

This excursion includes premium tickets, escorted entry and transportation to and from the field. Only a couple of seats are left on this 55+ excursion, so don’t delay.

Register now by calling 604-541-2199.

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The lunch club is heading to the Ocean Park Pub on Tuesday, May 29.

If you are interested in joining this friendly group, please call the Kent Street Activity Centre at 604-541-2231 for the name of this month’s hostess.

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Just a reminder that Stretch and Strength 55-plus drop in fitness continues through the summer at the Kent Street Activity Centre, Monday and Wednesday, 8:30-9:30 a.m.

This moderately paced class will help strengthen your muscles and improve flexibility using lightweights and resistance bands.

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Tickets have just gone on sale for the popular Kent Street Strawberry Tea, Saturday, June 9 at 2 p.m.

Tickets are only $7, so register now and gather your friends for a fun afternoon of entertainment and a delicious strawberry dessert. No tickets available on event day.

Register by calling 604-541-2231 or visit any White Rock Recreation and Culture facility.

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The Kent Street Choristers present “There’s a Meetin Here Tonight” on Friday, May 18, 7:30 p.m. at the White Rock Baptist Church, 1657 140 St.

Tickets for this fabulous concert are available from choir members or at the Kent Street Activity Centre.

Tickets are $15 /each, children 12 and under are free.

Call 604-541-2231 for more information.

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Do you enjoy playing bridge?

Come check out the many different kinds of bridge groups offered by White Rock Recreation and Culture.

Duplicate Bridge (unsanctioned) Wednesdays 1-4 p.m. at Centennial Arena welcomes all experienced players with a partner.

Fun bridge Wednesdays 1-3 p.m. at Kent Street Centre is good for those players who have recently learned the game and would like some practice.

Contract bridge Tuesdays 1-3:30 p.m. at White Rock Community Centre and Sundays 1-4 p.m. at Kent Street Activity Centre is for advanced players.

Partner’s Bridge Fridays 6-10 p.m. also at the Kent Street Activity Centre welcomes all advanced level players.

A White Rock Recreation and Culture membership is required to join. Please call 604-541-2231 for more information and find out how you can try out bridge or other activity groups three times before purchasing a membership.

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Kent Street Activity Centre has social dancing every Wednesday night in the auditorium 7-10 p.m.

Buy your tickets at the door (opens at 6:30p.m.).

This week, enjoy the great sounds of Greg Hampson.

The Kent Street Activity Centre, located at 1475 Kent St., is open to people 55 years of age or better. For information, call 604-541-2231.