Fortnightly News 6/3/2015

New Car Parking Arrangements

The Management Committee has revised the current car parking policy and adopted new procedures in relation to car parking arrangements at the Club.  The revised policy and procedures are detailed in full at the end of this newsletter and also displayed on the Club notice boards.

The Woden Seniors House Committee

The House Committee is a small group of volunteer members that take an active interest in ensuring that the Club premises are well maintained, tidy and attractive.  Activities range from adding decorative touches through to replenishing the milk, tea and coffee supplies in the Clubrooms.

As you know the Club relies on volunteers to function as we do and a small contribution of your time can be very rewarding.  If you are interested in joining this group please let Polly know. 

Seniors Week 2015

Woden Seniors will be holding an Open House from 10am to 2pm Monday 16 to Friday 20 March during Seniors Week this year to give non-members an opportunity to visit the club premises.  All regular Club activities will be on as usual. 

There will be table set up at the front door to welcome visitors, if you would like to help with this please let Polly know. 

COTA ACT has compiled a program of over 200 events for Seniors Week 2015.  These activities give you an opportunity to participate in many varied and unique opportunities in and around Canberra.  More information on the Program is available here: COTA Seniors Week Program

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Fortnightly News 20/2/2015

Beginner Bridge Lessons
Beginner level Bridge lessons will be commencing at 2.00 pm on Monday 2^nd March.  Please contact Margaret Kennedy on 6292 9636 or Polly to register your interest.

Table Tennis
An active and very social group meet to play table tennis at 9.30am on Wednesday and Friday mornings.

Carpet Bowls
If you are looking for a game that is active, strategic and fun then carpet bowls may be for you.  Carpet bowls is on in Hall 2 each Wednesday from 12 noon to 1.30pm.

Car Parking Arrangements at the Club
With reduced public car parking spaces in Woden and the ever-increasing cost, the Seniors Club car park is a very attractive alternative to non-members seeking to avoid paying parking fees.  This has been an ongoing issue over the years, however, more recently we have noticed a more determined band of illegal parkers that are ignoring our efforts to discourage them.   This activity puts pressure on the car park at our busiest times, for example with eleven cars illegally parked in the car park last Wednesday afternoon some members had to pay for alternative car parking.

Consequently, over the coming weeks we will begin wheel-clamping cars that are illegally parked at the Club.  There will be new signs posted at the entrance to the car-park drawing attention to the conditions of entry to the car-park.  Drivers of cars that are wheel clamped will need to contact a security firm to have their car released and pay a fee.

Please ensure that you display your parking permit on the dash of your car when accessing the Club’s facilities.

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Fortnightly News 6/2/2015

New Time for Tuesday Gentle Exercise Class
The Tuesday morning Gentle Exercise class now commences at the earlier time of 9.30am running through to 10.30am. 

Computer and iPad classes
Computer and iPad classes have resumed after the holidays and we expect to have some vacancies in the next couple of months.

At present we are offering the following courses:
• Computing for beginners (6 two hour classes run over 6 weeks)
• Computing for those with some skills – Brush up on email, Internet and word processing (4 two hour classes run over 4 weeks)
• iPads for Beginners (4 two hour classes run over 4 weeks)

Please note computer courses cover the use of a PC running Windows (NOT Apple computers). The iPad course requires that you bring your own Apple iPad to classes – it does not cover any other tablet. 

If you are interested in any of these courses please check out the details on the Computer Noticeboard and register your interest on the relevant list.  

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Fortnightly News 23/1/2015

Happy New Year and welcome back to the Club in 2015.

New Time for Tuesday Gentle Exercise Class

The Tuesday morning Gentle Exercise class will commence at the earlier time of 9.30am running through to 10.30am. 

Calligraphy

Calligraphy classes recommence on Tuesday 27 January.  New and returning students welcome.

The Big Book Fair in 2015

Margaret Bourke still needs books and helpers. She is usually in the veranda on Monday and Friday mornings cleaning, sorting and pricing books so if you want to drop in for a chat and to lend a hand that would be greatly appreciated.

And thanks to all the helpers who gave up their time over the holiday period … a special mention for Chris Mackay, Judy Henderson, Carmen Urquhart, Anne Huffam and sci-fi/fantasy expert, Mark Sheen. Read More

Fortnightly News 19/12/2014

Community Christmas Day Lunch
Woden Community Service, 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 2014, 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 19 December 2014, re-opening at 9am on Monday 12 January 2015. 

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 2015.

Fortnightly News 5/12/2014

Christmas Luncheon Party – Monday, 8 December 2014

Woden Seniors Christmas Luncheon Party will be held on Monday 8 December 2014, starting at 12.30 pm.  Bookings for the lunch have closed. 

Christmas Closing Times

The Club will be closed for the Christmas period from Friday 19 December 2014, re-opening on Monday 12 January 2015.  As in previous years, specific groups are able to access the Club premises to undertake their activities through this period by making arrangements with Polly.

Woden Community Service – Christmas Day Lunch

The Woden Community Service provides a free Christmas day lunch at the Lyons Early Childhood School from 12.00 noon to 2.00pm. If you would like to attend the lunch or volunteer to help support the lunch please contact Woden Community Service on 6282 2644.  Transport is available on the day if required.

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Fortnightly News 21/11/2014

Christmas Luncheon Party- Monday, 8 December 2014

Woden Seniors Christmas Luncheon Party will be held on Monday 8 December 2014, starting at 12.30 pm.  This year lunch will be provided the Olive Restaurant, Southlands, Mawson.  Yummy dips & homemade bread, tasty Turkey breast roll and roasted vegetables for main course, traditional Christmas Pudding or fruit salad for desert plus wine.  We will be entertained by the Canberra Chordsmen.  The cost is $45 per person for members and their friends.  Unfortunately our patron, Lady Cosgrove will not now be able to join us due to an engagement with the Governor General.

The Canberra Chordsmen

The Canberra Chordsmen is Canberra’s premier male a cappella and barbershop harmony chorus.  They recently received silver medals for their chorus and two quartets in the Eastern Region barbershop contest.  Their vision is to enrich the lives of people in the Australian Capital Territory through the benefits of close-harmony a cappella singing and they look forward to entertaining you at the Christmas Luncheon Party with a medley of songs and carols.

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Fortnightly News 7/11/2014

Christmas Luncheon Party- Monday, 8 December 2014
Woden Seniors Christmas Luncheon Party will be held on Monday 8 December 2014, starting at 12.30 pm.  Our patron, Lady Cosgrove will join us.  This year lunch will be provided by the Olive Restaurant, Southlands, Mawson.  Yummy dips & homemade bread, tasty Turkey breast roll and roasted vegetables for main course, traditional Christmas Pudding or fruit salad for desert plus wine.  We will be entertained by The Canberra Chordsmen.  The cost is $45 per person for members and their friends.

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Fortnightly News 24/10/2014

Art for Sale
There are a lot of new paintings for sale in the Club foyer; these have all been produced by Club members in the water colour painting group. With Christmas coming, these paintings, all in the $80 – $200 range represent excellent value for money, barely covering the cost of framing.

Melbourne Cup Party – 1pm, Tuesday 4 November 2014
The Melbourne Cup Party is on again this year. Bring a plate to share, we will provide some drinks and there will sweeps. Free to Club members and their friends. Festivities start at 1pm. Read More

Fortnightly News 10/10/2014

Calligraphy – The Art of Beautiful Writing
Calligraphy classes start at 1.30pm on Tuesday 14 October 2014 in Hall 2. 

Calligraphy is the art of beautiful or expressive writing.  Tuition will be provided for beginners to learn some basic scripts and to make a variety of small projects suitable for gifts.  Non-beginners will have the opportunity to work on their own projects, refine their skills or simply enjoy the opportunity to explore and share ideas.

Celebrating Grandparents Week – 2pm Monday 20 October 2014
Come and celebrate Grandparents week with afternoon tea and a variety of entertainment at 2pm on Monday afternoon 20 October 2014.  The theme is ‘intergenerational’ and the ANU debating team will debate ‘ whether grandchildren have a duty to care for their grandparents’, there will be a 20 minute recital by the students of Arawang Primary School and the Minister for Ageing, Mick Gentleman MLA speaking.  All this followed by a sumptuous afternoon tea.

Where:      Hall 1, Woden Seniors Club
When:       2pm Monday 20 October 2014
Cost:         Free

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