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SENIORS SCENE: Last day for White Rock Farmers' Market

The last day will be this Sunday, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at White Rock Community Centre, 15154 Russell Ave.

Be sure to catch the final run of summer’s harvest at the White Rock Farmers’ Market.

The last day will be this Sunday, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at White Rock Community Centre, 15154 Russell Ave.

• As we move into the fall, it’s time to starting thinking about getting your flu shot.

Fraser Health will off flu clinics at the following locations: Nov. 1, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Centennial Arena; Nov. 8, 9 a.m. to noon at Kent St. Auditorium; and Nov. 15, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Centennial Arena.

Call 604-541-2199 for information.

• Take a break from cooking for yourself and join us at our Fresh & Lively Luncheons the first three Fridays of every month to enjoy a meal with friends at Kent Street.

Call 604-531-9400 to make a reservation.

• The Local Haunts excursion scheduled for Oct. 22 presents an opportunity to discover some of the food shops in our area.

Join chef Pat Faulkner and visit Greco’s Mediterranean Deli, Price-Pro and the new Hen-Long Market, among others.

There will be lots of time for the discovery of many new ingredients.

Trip includes guided tour and lunch. Call 604-541-2199 to register.

• If you are feeling lucky, visit the Kent Street Activity Centre every Tuesday from 1-3 p.m. to play bingo.

This is a popular activity among members at Kent Street, so come down and try your luck.

A White Rock Leisure Services Membership is required to play, so call 604-541-2231 to sign up.

With a membership, not only will you enjoy bingo but you will have access to many other activity groups that we offer, such as the game of Mah Jong.

Play through the winter with the Kent Street Centre Mah Jong group. An six-session instructional class starts Oct. 22.

Call 604-541-2199 to register.

• Does your neck get tense? Does your back hurt when you work at the computer? Do you get eye strain, headaches or repetitive strain injuries?

Our Computer Users Alert-Alexander Technique class teaches methods to improve the way you move, to reduce muscle tension and alleviate pain.

With better posture and work habits at the computer, you will be able to find a sense of balance and ease throughout your day.

This is a one-session class scheduled for Oct. 13.

Call 604-541-2199 to register.

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.