Richmond’s annual Seniors Week is getting ready to kick off next month and local seniors are invited to try one of several activities in the city.
From Monday, June 3 to Sunday, June 9, seniors can join a pop-up book club, try ballroom dancing, attend a painting social and sing the day away at a karaoke marathon.
All activities are geared towards those aged 55 and older and are designed around the theme “let’s do more together – explore the possibilities.”
“We are proud to be hosting this year’s opening ceremony at the new Minoru Centre for Active Living,” said Mayor Malcolm Brodie in a press release.
“Seniors Week is a chance for the City to acknowledge and recognize the contributions of the growing and diverse population of seniors in Richmond.”
Some scheduled activities include:
Monday, June 3 – 55+ Activate! Health and Wellness Fair
Minoru Centre for Active Living – Seniors Centre
7191 Granville Avenue
10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Visit the Information Fair with over 40 booths, 21 workshops, presentations and Try-It activities with a focus on transportation, mobility, health and safety. A free wellness clinic service includes blood pressure checks, a limited number of bone density scans and prize draws.
Tuesday, June 4 – Story Walk
Richmond Public Library – Brighouse Branch
7700 Minoru Gate
1 – 2 p.m
Stroll through this active, outdoor reading experience that takes place over one-kilometre of paved footpaths.
Wednesday, June 5 – Presentation by, Isobel McKenzie, B.C. Seniors Advocate
Minoru Centre for Active Living – Seniors Centre
7191 Granville Avenue
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m
Attend this overview presentation to learn some of the current challenges and initiatives of seniors’ programs and services across B.C. and senior services in Richmond.
Wednesday, June 5 – Intergenerational Drumming Circle
Steveston Community Centre
4111 Moncton Street
3:30 – 5 p.m.
Experience the joy, energy and community spirit of drumming, followed by cake and refreshments served by Steveston Youth. No previous experience required.
Thursday, June 6 – Gardening with Arthritis
West Richmond Community Centr
9180 No. 1 Roa
1:30 – 3 p.m
Learn from guest speakers on how to make gardening manageable and enjoyable. Light refreshments provided.
Friday, June 7 – Community Creativity and Art Show
South Arm Community Centr
8880 Williams Roa
1:30 – 2:30 p.m.
Be inspired, build community and connect with other seniors over art. Music and light refreshments included.
