THE CONNECTION
Bruce Peninsula Seniors Connect Inc. Newsletter
Tobermory, Lion’s Head
Issue 28 – January 2008
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BRUCE PENINSULA SENIORS CONNECT IS AN INFORMATION RESOURCE CENTRE FOR SENIORS
ENTIRELY FUNDED THROUGH DONATIONS
AND IS NOW A REGISTERED CHARITABLE ORGANIZATION.
TAX RECEIPTS CAN NOW BE ISSUED UPON REQUEST FOR ANY DONATIONS THAT WOULD BE
GRATEFULLY ACCEPTED.
90 Main St, P.O. Box 902, Lion’s Head, Ontario N0H 2T0 Phone:
519-793-3781 Fax: 519-793-4761
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Seniors Connect Contacts
– For Tobermory –
Contact Shirley Johnstone at 519-795-7424, or
Sheila Barta at 519-596-8136.
– For Lion’s Head –
Contact 519-793-3781.
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Lion’s Head Coffee Mornings
During 2007 we had consistent attendance on average of 12-16 seniors on Wednesday
mornings. During the gentle seasons we made some excursions into the Bruce countryside for
lunch, car-pooling with very knowledgeable navigators amongst our long-time Peninsula
residents. At other times we have invited speakers to impart information useful to us. Many times
we just enjoy beverage and cookies and lots of talk, happy to be with each other, secure in the
certainty of friendship.
We had a joyful Christmas finger food lunch on December 19 which included carol singing
and stories. We thank the kindness of the local fire department for letting us use their larger
meeting room. A few of our regular coffee-junkies are departing for warmer climates, but most of
us choose to be snow-sitters. We give thanks for the good recovery of Cathy and Loraine and
wish well for equal good news from Val and Kristyne. The senior years can bring their handicaps
– but also bring wisdom and grit. All best wishes to everyone on the Bruce for 2008 – may it
bring healthy days and many love-filled moments.
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Bruce Peninsula Seniors Connect
Board Meeting
The January Board Meeting will be at 2:00 p.m.,
Wednesday, January 16, 2007, at 90 Main Street, Lion’s Head.
ALL WELCOME
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Bruce Peninsula Seniors Connect Volunteer Awards
(L-R) Sheila Barta, Cele Eadie, Shirley Johnstone (President) and Barb Tanner
Bruce Peninsula Seniors Connect recently honoured several volunteers for their work in providing
recreational and cultural activities and a variety of programs for seniors in the area.
Pat Horner was chosen as the “Volunteer Of The Year” in Lion’s Head. Pat was recognized for her
dedication and commitment to the Coffee Connection, where seniors meet weekly for coffee and
conversation.
Sheila Barta was presented with the “Volunteer Of The Year Award” for the Tobermory area. Sheila
has been instrumental in organizing monthly activities, day trips and various other programs for seniors in
the area.
“Certificates of Appreciation” were presented to Cele Eadie, Barb Tanner and Martin Hogarth.
Cele and Barb were recognized for their work in helping to organize the swimming program in Tobermory
last winter. Martin Hogarth was presented with a certificate for his work in producing the Seniors Connect
Newsletter.
(L-R) Martin Hogarth and Pat Horner
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Seniors Connect
Tobermory
Coffee Breaks with Guests
Tuesday, January 8th, 10:00 at the Legion – Bill Caulfeild-Browne will present a travelogue
– Around the World! Come and dream about those faraway places with strange sounding names –
a great way to spend a winter morning. All welcome!
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Seniors Exercise Program
A Ladies Exercise Program is being planned for the Tobermory area. Naomi McFarlane will lead the
classes which are tentatively set to start in mid January.
For information, call –
Sheila Barta at 519-596-8136
or
Shirley Johnstone at 519-795-7424
after January 8th.
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Tobermory Coffee Break
Tuesday December 11th was a Christmas celebration day for Tobermory Seniors Connect.
Ross Kyler, noted Lion’s Head story teller, moved a gathering of Tobermory and Lion’s Head
folk toward the spirit of Christmas with two entertaining O. Henry tales. After Ross’s seasonal
renderings we enjoyed a soup, sandwich, and Christmas treats lunch.
The weather co-operated in spite of a poor prognosis. We look forward to more get-togethers with
the Lion’s Head Coffee Connection group, but probably not until after the winter driving lottery is over for
this year!
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LOCAL SENIOR’S GROUPS
Happy Harbour Club
Monthly Meetings are the 1st Tuesday
and Pot Lucks the 3rd Tuesday
followed by cards each month at the
Tobermory Community Centre.
ALL WELCOME
For further information contact Bill Bishop at 519-596-8298.
Lads & Lassies of Lindsay Township
Monthly meetings the 1st Thursday at 10 a.m.
Pot lucks are held on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 12 noon.
Join us for a social time at the Northern Bruce Peninsula offices.
For further information, please call Dennis Askie at 519-592-3459.
Lion’s Head Friendship Club
Pot Luck the 2nd Thursday of each month.
ALL WELCOME
Please call Mary at 519-793-4586 for more details.
Old School House Seniors of Stokes Bay
Monthly Meeting & Lunch the last Monday of each month.
ALL WELCOME
Please call Marlene at 519-795-7320 for more details.
Oliphant Young at Heart Seniors
Monthly meeting the 4th Thursday of the month at 12.30 p.m.
with a delicious potluck lunch. On Friday nights at 7:30 p.m.
we have euchre.
All functions are at the Oliphant Women’s Institute Hall.
Everyone is welcome – Come and join us.
For further information, please call Bernice at 519-534-2110
Sauble Sandpipers
General meetings held the 2nd Monday of each month
at 12:00 noon (except July, August and December).
Meeting always starts with lunch – generally pot luck
and usually has a guest speaker.
ALL WELCOME.
For further information please contact
President Marilyn Bowman at 519-422-1640.
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Bruce Peninsula Seniors Connect
Looking for volunteers to help Seniors stay independent by doing the small things they can no
longer do for themselves.
Contact 519-793-3781
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BPSC Regular Weekly Activities
Lion’s Head – Seniors Connect Office
Mondays – 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 noon – Happy Hands
The 3rd Tuesday – 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. – Model Builders
Wednesdays – 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. – Coffee Connection
Tobermory Coffee Break
2nd Tuesdays – 10:00 a.m. – Royal Canadian Legion
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ATTENTION MODEL BUILDERS!
Boats – Trains – Planes
Miniature models of
any kind.
Is this your passion?
Please contact Clive at
519-793-4586 for more information
on the January get together.
The plan is to have a monthly get together to share your interest and ideas and to learn from others.
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