November 2022 - Upcoming Programs and Events

Mondays                                                         Social Matters  (Free)

In partnership with Better at Home, the Pemberton and District Community Centre is offering Social Matters from 11:30-1pm on Mondays in The Rec (Pemberton Youth and Seniors Centre). Social Matters provides individuals who benefit from having a caregiver, friend, or family member accompany them a chance to enjoy a complimentary light lunch and socialize. People with early to mid-stage dementia are encouraged to attend. Registration required for both attendee and caregiver. Participants may attend movement, social or both sessions.

 

Tuesdays                                                         50+ Low Impact Strength and Cardio (Value Added pricing)

Open to all adults aged 50 and over, this Low Impact Strength and Cardio class is designed to increase strength, fitness, mobility, gait, and balance. The exercises will be performed standing (option to sit) with weights, elastic bands or just your body weight. This is an in-person class taking place in the Pemberton and District Community Centre from 10:30-11:15am on Tuesdays.

 

Thursdays                                                       50+ Gentle Stretch and Balance (Value Added pricing)

Open to all adults aged 50 and over, Gentle Stretch and Balance creates a sense of well being and adds laughter to your life. By using your breath to relax and release you will increase your ability to bend, twist, stretch and move freely as you build strength and balance. This program takes place weekly from 9-9:45am at The Rec, Pemberton's Youth and Seniors Centre, in person or online via Zoom. For more information, email Maddy at  mhepner@pemberton.ca

Friday, November 2 and 18                          Coffee Break (Free)

Drop-in Rec Coffee Break will take place between 10:30am-12pm  every other Friday at the Pemberton Youth and Seniors Centre (The Rec).  Open to all adults aged 50 and over, this is a great opportunity to be social and meet new people. Tea and coffee will be provided free of charge.  This month's session will take place on November 4 and 18.

 

Wednesday November 16                            Dementia Webinar:  Understanding Communication Changes (Free)
Join us at The Rec at 1:30pm on Wednesday November 16 for a light lunch and viewing of Alzheimer's Society BC's webinar - Understanding Communication Changes. The webinar will explore how communication is affected by dementia and teach effective communication strategies. Registration is appreciated to assist with catering. To register, please call the Pemberton and District Community Centre on 604 894 2340.

 

Friday, November 21                                      Pemberton Stitchers (Free)

If you are 50+ and looking for a quiet mid-morning activity, the Pemberton Stitchers is for you! Whether you favour quilting, embroidery, cross-stitch, knitting, crocheting, beading, macramé, or another activity, this is a great opportunity to be social and share your methods and patterns with one another. The program will take place from 11am - 2:30pm every other Friday at the Pemberton Youth and Seniors Centre (The Rec). This month's session will take place on November 21. 

Please note that this is a non-instructed program and supplies are not provided. Bring your own packed lunch and enjoy a tea or coffee free of charge.

Monday November 28                                   Movie in the Library -  The Good House  (Free)
The Pemberton & District Public Library and The Pemberton Seniors Centre (The Rec) present a Seniors Movie Night at the library. Come and watch The Good House on the big screen at 6:30pm on Monday November 28. Registration is required through the library.  A reminder email will be sent when registration opens.