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SENIORS’ SCENE: Set for summer of activity

Activities abound in White Rock
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If you are looking for things to do this summer, White Rock Recreation & Culture has the perfect answer.

Get involved in your community, meet new friends, help others, build leadership skills, all this while having fun helping at Canada Day, Tour de White Rock or the White Rock Sea Festival.

All these spectacular community events are all looking for volunteers, sign up today. Visit www.whiterockcity.ca

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Do you love to sing in a casual, friendly environment?

Join the Sing Along group at Kent Street Activity Centre every Tuesday from 2-3:30 p.m. Piano accompaniment and song sheets are provided.

Come try out this activity three times as a guest before purchasing a White Rock Recreation & Culture membership.

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Sweet Water will be playing at this week’s Kent Street Wednesday night dance.

Dancing from 7-10 p.m., tickets at the door at 6:30 p.m. Refreshments served midway, singles and couples 50+ welcome!

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Chakra Balance is based on energy awareness and good grounding.

On Monday, May 14, take an in-depth look at the major energy centres of the body and how to work with them energetically to achieve enhanced well-being. This technique is easy to learn with palpable benefits.

Call 604-541-2199 to register for this evening workshop at the Kent Street Activity Centre.

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The ever-popular Fresh and Lively Luncheons are held on the first three Fridays of the month at Kent Street Activity Centre.

For information and to make a reservation for the next lunch May 11, contact Come Share Seniors Support Services at 604-531-9400.

This is a perfect opportunity to socialize, enjoy an afternoon of entertainment and have a nourishing, delicious meal.

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Bach Flower Remedies is a natural system of healing that helps to gently restore emotional balance.

As we get older we are confronted with lots of changes that can be challenging. Learn about the Bach Flower Remedies and how they can help balance your life so you can thrive, Wednesday, May 16, 1-2:30 p.m. at the Centre for Active Living.

Free for Recreation & Culture members and only $7 for non-members. Call 604-541-2199 to register.

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A big thank you to the volunteers that helped out with income tax preparation this year at the Kent Street Activity Centre.

Five amazing volunteers prepared over 240 income tax returns, giving their precious time and expertise.

This is an invaluable service for seniors 65+ on limited income.

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Thank you also to all of the volunteers and donors who helped with the Kent Street Society’s Plant & Bake Sale. It was a huge success!

Thanks to the following businesses for generously supporting the event: Art Knapp Nursery & Garden Centre, David Hunter Garden Centre, Pan Am Nursery Products, Selections Nursery, Home Depot, West Coast Garden Centre and Devon Greenhouses.

All proceeds go to support Kent Street Activity Centre projects.

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.