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SENIORS SCENE: Festive fun is on the horizon in White Rock

Annual Mistletoe Lunch is coming, and so is Scrooge With a TWIST
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Live life to its fullest at the Kent Street Activity Centre. We have an amazing array of programs, activities and events to offer. Keep active and connected and participate in fun activities such as Fun Bridge every Wednesday from 1 to 3 p.m. Make new friends in this social group while enjoying this game of strategy in a non-competitive environment. Call 604-541-2199 for more information or pick up a guest pass to try out an activity three times before purchasing membership.

Kent Street Activity Centre 2025 memberships are on sale now. This membership is in effect until Dec. 31, 2025. Memberships can be purchased at the Kent Street Activity Centre, White Rock Community Centre and Centennial Park Leisure Centre and online at whiterockcity.ca/register. A 2025 membership is only $43 and gives you an opportunity to participate in 17 different activity groups, receive member pricing for all Kent Street Activity Centre special events and receive $5 off any day excursion.  

• The Kent Street Activity Centre’s annual Mistletoe Lunch will be held on Thursday, Dec. 19. Enjoy a delicious turkey dinner, entertainment by the amazing Alyssa Nielsen and much more. Cost is $25.00 for members and $30 for non-members. Register online at whiterockcity.ca/register or call 604-541-2199.

• Tickets are on sale now for Scrooge With a TWIST– presented by the Kent Street Players. Choose one of two performances, Saturday, Nov. 30 or Dec. 7 at 2 p.m. at the Kent Street Activity Centre. Admission is only $10 and includes light refreshments. Purchase your tickets at any White Rock Recreation Centre. Call 604-541-2199 for more information.

• Bring your grandkids and create a selection of ornaments to share with your family at a workshop on Saturday, Nov. 30, 10 a.m. to noon at the Kent Street Activity Centre. Instructionby the Semiahmoo Arts Society. To register, call 604-541-2199 or register online at whiterockcity.ca/register.

• The Kent Street Activity Centre is hosting an open house Nov. 25 to 30. Tours, complimentary coffee and cookies, free programs and more. On Monday, Nov. 25 at 2:30 p.m., meet representatives of the over 17 Kent Street Activity Groups at the annual general meeting. The meeting is open to members and non-members and includes refreshments plus a draw for a free membership. Pick up a full schedule of open house activities for the week at the Kent Street Activity Centre.

• Enjoy dancing to live music at the Kent Street Activity Centre every Wednesday evening in the auditorium. Everyone 50+ is invited to enjoy an entertaining and fun evening.  Doors open at 6:30 p.m. with dancing from 7 t 9:30 p.m. On Nov. 13, the fabulous Greg Hampson is back, and on Nov. 20 dance to the great sounds of the Alpiners. Call 604-541-2199 for more information. A fun night out for only $7 members and $9 non-members. 

The Kent Street Activity Centre will be closed on Monday, Nov. 11, Remembrance Day to honor and remember the men and women who have served and continue to serve Canada during times of war, conflict and peace. The cntre will reopen on Tuesday, Nov. 12.

The Kent Street Activity Centre, located at 1475 Kent St., is open to individuals 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.