Parkgate Society Staff

Programs

Summer Activities

Barbeque in the Plaza 2024

Join us for a sizzling summer celebration at our all ages barbeque!

Parkgate Plaza
Wed, Jul 17: 11:30AM – 1PM
Wed, Jul 31: 11:30AM – 1PM
Wed, Aug 14: 11:30AM – 1PM

Free Drop-In Programs

 

Parkgate Crafters

Items are handcrafted with love while sharing coffee and treats in a social setting. The beautiful finished goods are sold as a fundraiser to support Older Adult programming at Parkgate Society. Drop in for an afternoon to see what it’s all about.

Senior Multipurpose Rm
Tue 1PM – 3PM
FREE (coffee, tea, treats included) 

French Club

A conversation group for all levels of French.

Seniors Lounge
Tue 1pm – 2pm
FREE 

Caregiver Support Group

We know that caring for an aging family member or friend requires time, commitment and compassion. We also know caregiving can be stressful. Family Services North Shore provides a welcoming support group for caregivers who are looking after a loved one with dementia to connect with other caregivers.

Parkgate Library
Every other Tues 11am – 12:30pm
FREE (coffee, tea, treats included)

 

Drop-In Programs

Must hold a valid Parkgate Society Membership.  Drop-in includes coffee and baked goodies donated by PARC Cedar Springs.

$5 drop-in or buy a book of 10 for $45 incl tax and get the 10th game free. Payable at the front desk.

 

iPad Club

For more information, email maryanne [dot] ipadclass [at] gmail [dot] com

Seniors Multipurpose Room
Th 10AM – 12PM
$10 (coffee, tea, treats included)

Bridge – Group of 4

Mary Hunter Hall
W 1:30PM – 3:30PM
$5 (coffee, tea, treats included)

Drop-In Games Time

Seniors Lounge
M 10AM – 12PM (incl. Scrabble)
$5 (coffee, tea, treats included)

M 1PM – 3PM (Open Games)
$5 (coffee, tea, treats included)

Th 12PM – 3PM (incl. Chess)
> Chess is Open to All Ages!
$5 (coffee, tea, treats included)

Fri 10AM – 1PM (incl. Cribbage)
$5 (coffee, tea, treats included)

 

Friday Movie Matinée

Every Friday at 2:00PM
Admission is $3 and popcorn is included with purchase.

Upcoming Movies:
July 19: Ant-Man
July 26: The Banshees of Inisherin
August 2: Finding Nemo [Animation]
August 9: The Joy Luck Club
August 16: Forrest Gump

 

Duplicate Bridge

4 hours of Competitive Bridge in an organized rotation. For more information, email Hylton at swaleshd [at] gmail [dot] com.
Mary Hunter Hall
M 12:30PM – 4PM
$5 (coffee, tea, treats included) 

 

Drop-In Bridge

Seniors Multipurpose Room
Fri 1PM – 4:30PM
$5 (coffee, tea, treats included)

 

Mah Jong

Seniors Lounge
Tu 10AM – 12PM
W 1PM – 3PM
$5 (coffee, tea, treats included)

Registered Programs

 

Parkgate Singers

Parkgate Singers is a group of lively individuals who meet to share in the joy of song under director, Ruth Townsend. The Parkgate Singers have been at the facility spreading music since 2008. To join, leave a message for Ruth at Parkgate Community Centre Front Desk: 604.983.6350

Mon 11AM – 12PM
Sept 9 – Dec 16: $84

What’s News

This is a current events discussion group for people interested in a wide range of issues reported in the media. A short prearranged introduction on a topic is presented by a volunteer followed by a general discussion by the group. Participants with special interests are encouraged to address the group and outside experts are occasionally invited. Despite the problems of our world today, our sessions are welcoming, engaging, and offer something to think and talk about.

Senior Multipurpose Rm 07/08
Mon 10:30AM – 12PM
Sept 16 – Dec 9: $60

Bridge Lessons (Intermediate)

Advance your bridge game in a fun environment with an expert.

Meeting Room C04
Mon 1PM – 3PM
Sept 16 – Nov 4: $60

 

 

Sponsors

United Way of the Lower Mainland
PARC Cedar Springs

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Contact our Volunteer Coordinator to learn more.

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