Dundas 55 Plus: Local Events
WORKSHOPS: DUNDAS and ANCASTER
1. Navigating the Health Care System: Three week series on April 4, 11 and 25 from 10 to noon. Dundas Public Library.
2. Let's Take a Bus: April 12 from 10 to noon. Dundas Community Centre.
3. Let's Drive a Car: April 25 from 2 to 4pm. Ancaster Public Library.
call: 905-777-3837 Ext: 12238
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO LEAD WORKSHOPS
Apply to learn to facilitate a workshop with a title like "Let's Ride a Bike," "Navigating the Health Care System," or "Let's Take a Walk." You will receive training, resources and ongoing support from the Hamilton Council on Aging (HCoA). For more information, email info@hamiltoncoa.com
MCMASTER INSTITUTE FOR RESEARCH ON AGING (MIRA)
This website (http://mira.mcmaster.ca/) is worth a look. One place to start is the "Education and Life-Long Learning Resources" tab where you will find opportunities for further education (did you know that McMaster is an "Age Friendly University"?). Email mirainfo@mcmaster.ca if you'd like to receive emails about McMaster research studies in need of older participants. (Tip: There are a lot and the research questions are varied.)
DISK GOLF
Interested in trying a new hobby? Check out the 18-hole Disc Golf course at King’s Forest Golf Course.
Tickets can be purchased one week in advance. For more details and to book a tee time call 905-521-3970.
TAX TALK for OLDER ADULTS
LIONS CLUB CRAFT SHOW & BOOK SALE
April 7 at 10am (Good Friday)
Dundas Community Centre Gym
DUNDAS POTTERS' GUILD SPRING SALE
Juravinski Hall, Dundas Community Centre: May 5 - 7
Friday May 5: 1:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Saturday May 6: 10:00 am to 8:00 pm
Sunday May 7: 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
VALLEY OF THE DOLLS
GENTLE CHAIR YOGA
S.I.M GYM (Seniors in Motion Gym)
St. Joseph's Villa's S.I.M Gym (Seniors in Motion) is a program designed for people in the community aged 55 and over. These Ministry (MOH) funded exercise programs provides two certified staff offering 18 classes a week that are available for all abilities. Our classes are convenient, quick, affordable, accessible, fun and judgement-free.
Email us:
s.i.mgym@sjv.on.ca
SENIORS COUNSELLING
CITY OF HAMILTON: SENIORS 55+ PROGRAMS
Hamilton's Recreation Department offers many programs for older adults. Some are in person and some are virtual.
DUNDAS COMMUNITY SERVICES: Seniors Wanted
Dundas Community Services, located on King Street West in Dundas, is looking for volunteers (click the volunteer portal on the website). If you need support, for example friendly visiting or frozen meals, click "Seniors Programs" on the website.
Bruce Trail Conservancy
The Bruce Trail runs through Dundas. Click on "Explore the Trail" to learn about upcoming hikes.
INDOOR WALKING TRACK
J.L. Grightmire
Market St. Arena
35 Market Street South
Dundas Arena
905-546-3747
Email: recreation@hamilton.ca
Accessibility: Medium
For hours of operation please contact the arena directly.
For more information about Dundas 55+ Group programs and activities, please contact us at dundas55plusgroup@gmail.com