Woden Seniors Inc

50 years of providing Community Service to the over-50s of Canberra

Apr
14

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Fortnightly News 14/4/2014

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Craft 
The Craft group meet each week from 10.00 to 12.00pm on Thursday in the Verandah, why not drop in if you are interested is a bit of stitching, knitting or crocheting and of course a chat.
 
Voci Stupende Concert
Over 85 people enjoyed the Voci Stupende concert in the Club on a cold and wet Sunday afternoon recently.  The Group’s repertoire which included Bizet’s ‘Toreador Song’, Verdi’s ‘Rigoletto’, Mozart’s ‘Don Giovanni’, Mendelssohn’s ‘Nachtlied’, Lehar’s ‘The Merry Widow’, Bizet’s ‘The Pearl Fishers’, Di Capua’s ‘O Solo Mio’ and Delibes’ ‘Lakme’ had members of the audience humming along.
 
“In fact, not only were all the melodies such a pleasure to listen to, it was very difficult to just sit still and listen as there were many moments when we wanted to stand up and dance, or sing, or even conduct the rhythmic pieces!” noted one member.
 
The accompanist displayed an amazing sensitivity to every song and impressed by the way he enriched the melody for each singer.  The Solos, Duets, Trios and the group Recital, as well as the solo segments from the accompanist, gave the audience a wonderful variety of performances that brightened their afternoon.

Mar
28

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Fortnightly News 28/3/2014

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Carpet Bowls

 

There is a small but enthusiastic group of regular attendees at the Club’s carpet bowls session each week that are looking for new players.  No previous experience necessary.  Why not give it a try; it is a relaxing and gentle form of exercise with great company.

Carpet bowls are on each week from 12.00 to 1.30pm on Wednesdays in Hall 2.

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Mar
14

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Fortnightly News 14/3/2014

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 Seniors Week 2014 – Sunday 16 to Saturday 22 March 2014
 
“Seniors Week provides an opportunity to learn and discover different aspects of the community and understand more about Canberra. Attempting a new sport or recreational activity, learning more through a lecture, participating in the ‘Seniors Expo’ day or attending an ‘open day’ at a club or community organisation all provide possible new insights and opportunities. Seniors Week aims to both broaden the horizons of older people and build relationships throughout the community.” COTA ACT
 
COTA has complied a program of over 200 events for Seniors Week 2014.  Click here to see the full Seniors Week program www.cotaact.org.au/seniorsweek/events/program.  The program is also published in the Canberra Chronicle.

Feb
28

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Fortnightly News 28/2/2014

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Justice of the Peace

A new Club member, who is a Justice of the Peace has offered to make herself available to members for Justice of the Peace matters.  You will find Maureen in the Anne Murray room on Tuesdays between 11.30am and 2pm.

Pasta Machines

The Beading Group is still seeking pasta-making machines to make clay beads.  If you have one that you would like to go to a new home, this could be your best opportunity. Read More

Feb
14

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Fortnightly News 14/2/2014

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Voci Stupende Recital – Sunday 30th March
Seven young singers from the Sydney Conservatorium of Music featuring Canberra’s own, Damien Arnold, Zoe Drummond and Sylvie Humphries from the 7 Sopranos will perform an exciting programme of operatic pieces including Bizet’s much loved duet from the Pearl Fishers.
Visit www.vocistupende.com for the full programme
Where:           Woden Seniors Club
When:             2.00pm Sunday 30 March 2014
Contact Polly on 6282 2573 or Frasers of Arran on 02 6778 1233 for tickets. Prices: $35 adults, $25 pensioners and students.
Wanted
The Monday beading group are in need of pasta maker machines to help in the making of clay beads.
So if you have or know someone that has one tucked away in the back of the cupboard not is use or not needed any more could you please drop them into Polly.

Feb
10

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Fortnightly News 31/1/2014

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Welcome to the first fortnightly newsletter for 2014.  Most of the regular club activities are restarting.  U3A activities start over the next two weeks.  Why not try a new activity this year, there are many to choose from – Tai Chi, gentle exercise, recorder, Bridge, table tennis, singing, dancing, painting and more.

Vale
Mr. Noel Lane, businessman, Club member and Management Committee member for 5 years died on 23 December 2013.  Noel was instrumental in forging a business relationship with Luton Real Estate that has provided significant financial benefit to the Club.  Noel’s good humour, generosity and business acumen will be sadly missed. Read More

Dec
20

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Fortnightly News 20/12/2013

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Community Christmas Day Lunch 
 
Woden Community Services, with support from the ACT Government is hosting a Christmas Day Lunch.
        
Where:      Lyons Early Childhood School
                Corner Launceston St and Tarraleah Cres Lyons
        
When:       25 December 2013, 12.00 pm – 2.00 pm
        
Cost:         FREE (All Welcome)
 
Vegetarian and Halal Food will be available.
Dietary Requirements will be catered for.
Limited Transport is available – bookings are required.
 
For more information, assistance with transport, to RSVP or for dietary requirements please call 6282 2644 or Emma W on 0409 315 702 (on the day).
 
Club Closing Time for Christmas & New Year period
 
The Club will be closed for the Christmas and New Year period from 4pm Friday 20 December 2013, re-opening at 9am on Monday 13 January 2014.  
 
Tip for the Week
When dealing with shop assistants, remember it is not their fault if the owners don’t employ enough staff for Christmas. Just give them a smile and sympathize with them for being overworked.
 
Tips for the Season
 
• Although you can’t come to activities at the Club over the holidays, be sure to keep active – sitting for too long without moving around has been found to be bad for your health.
 
• Are there any friends you haven’t heard from for a while? Give them a call for Christmas. (And remember men are allowed to use the phone, too, so this doesn’t just apply to women!)
 
On behalf of the Management Committee, Polly and all the volunteers that help the club run smoothly, I wish you a safe and happy festive season and we look forward to seeing you again in 2014.

Dec
6

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Fortnightly News 6/12/2013

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Christmas Lunch – Monday 9 December, 12:00 for 12:30pm
 
Don’t forget, if you have booked and paid for the Christmas lunch, to come along for what promises to be a memorable lunch party.  There will fabulous food, singing and raffle prizes.  The Special Events Sub-committee has been hard at work organizing a 2 course traditional Christmas lunch in the Club on Monday 9 December.  Simon and Connie from the Red Hill Lookout Café are catering.  
 
Our patron, His Excellency, Michael Bryce will be attending, and the Chordsmen and Pat Worthy and Neil Stevenson will sing a few tunes.  

Nov
23

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Fortnightly News 22/11/2013

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Christmas Lunch – Monday 9 December, 12:00 for 12:30pm
 
The Special Events sub-Committee is hosting a 2 course traditional Christmas lunch in the Club on Monday 9 December.  Simon and Connie from the Red Hill Lookout Café are catering.  
 
Main course will be glazed smoked ham, turkey breast stuffed with pistachio nuts, maple glazed roast pumpkin and snow peas followed by desert of either plum pudding with brandy custard and cream or pavlova with summer fruits and cream.  Complementary wine will be provided.
 
Our patron, his Excellency, Michael Bryce will be attending and the Chordsmen will sing a few tunes.  Cost is $35, please book and pay by Monday 2 December.
 
Wellbeing Health Seminar – Thursday 12 Dec, 9.30 – 12noon
 
This, the Summer Season session, continues the series of free seasonal (quarterly) seminars provided by Dr Haisong Wang of the Capital Health Centre of Traditional Chinese Medicine.  This seminar will cover the illnesses and maladies that occur during summer, the treatments and natural procedures, including nutrition, to alleviate those illnesses and explores physical movements and gentle exercises, to develop a more responsive body in order to maintain good health.
 
Dr Haisong will also have a visiting Chinese Health expert and together they will tell us of the latest trends in Health maintenance and take us through the Tai Chi movements. 
 
The Summer Seasonal Seminar is on:
Thursday, 12 December
Woden Seniors Club
At 9.30am till 12 noon
 
Requirements – comfortable clothing and shoes, notepad and pencil for note taking (optional)
 
Attendees – anyone with an interest in their health …seniors, carers, friends, relatives….. (all welcome)
 
The session will include a tea/coffee break for which a gold coin donation would be appreciated to help defray costs.

Nov
8

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Fortnightly News 8/11/2013

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Woden Valley Festival ‘The Carnival’ – Sat 9 Nov 2013
 
‘The Carnival’ – the main event of the Woden Valley Festival – a great family day of all things fun! Markets, entertainment, food, animals and lots of activities for all.  Woden Seniors will have a market stall selling books, plants and craft items co-located with Capital Health who will be providing Chinese Massage amongst other things.  
 
When:       Saturday 9 November 2013
                  10.00 am – 4.00 pm
 
Where:      Eddison Park, Woden
                Corner Yamba Drive and Launceston Street
 
For more information about the activities and program of events please visit: www.wodenvalleyfestival.org.au
 
 
Advance Care Planning – Information Session by ACT Health – Thurs 14 Nov 2013
 
If you become seriously ill or had a serious accident, and were not going to return to normal, what sort of medical treatment would you want?
Who would you want to make the decision for you about your medical treatment?
ACT Health need to know your choices for your future health care to be able to respect them.
This important iinformation ssession covers:
• What is Advance Care Planning?
• How to complete an Advance Care Plan and Enduring Power of Attorney
Morning tea will be provided.
 
When:       Thursday 14 November 2013
Time:                10.30 am – 12.30 pm
Where:      Woden Seniors Club
RSVP:        rpc@act.gov.au or phone 6244 3344 
 
Recent Events
 
Club Concert
A great afternoon was had by those attending the Club concert last Sunday.  Many thanks to the Woden Seniors Singers, Dante Musica Choir, the Two Annes and special guest performers Rachel Duncan and Michael Politi who both gave very generous performances of popular songs.
 
Melbourne Cup
A small but enthusiastic group gathered to watch the Melbourne Cup last Tuesday.  Many thanks to Tony MacDonald for organising the sweeps.
 
Upcoming Events
 
Christmas Lunch – Monday 9 December, 12:00 for 12:30pm
The Special Events sub-Committee is hosting a 2 course traditional Christmas lunch in the Club on Monday 9 December.  Our patron, his excellency, Michael Bryce will be attending and the Chordsmen will sing a few tunes.  More information coming.
 
Club Closing Time for Christmas & New Year period
 
The Club will be closed for the Christmas and New Year period from 4pm Friday 20 December 2013, re-opening at 9am on Monday 13 January 2014.
 
Friday Talk – Safety in modern cars
Friday 15 Nov 10-12AM
There have been amazing improvements in car safety in recent years. If you want to know in simple, non-technical terms what these do to make our journeys safer come along. Grahame is giving the talk for people who know nothing about cars except how to open the door and get in! 
 
Tip for the Week
Now that summer is approaching (perhaps) don’t forget the sunscreen and sunhat (and don’t be put off by concerns about nano-particles or other fears – the benefits of sunscreen far out way any possible, unproven, issues.) Otherwise you may finish up looking like the editor!
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