Active Aging Week
Join us as we celebrate aging with free and low cost activities that promote the benefits of healthier and more active lifestyles for older adults at our senior centres: Bonsor 55+, Temporary Cameron 55+, Confederation and Edmonds 55+. Select activites require advance registration in WebReg. Avoid disappointment and register for activities at least a week in advance.
Schedule of activities
| Activity | Date/Time | Description | Location | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Try it! Mahjong Open House | Monday, October 5, 3:30-9 pm | Drop-in. | Multi Purpose Room 3 | Free |
| Tai Chi Double Yang - Practice Session* | Tuesday, October 6, 9-10 am | Drop-in. | Multi Purpose Room 1 & 2 | Free |
| Try it! Open Arts Studio & Open House* | Tuesday, October 6, 2:30-4:30 pm | Drop-in. |
Multi Purpose Room 3 | Free |
| Mini Health & Wellness Expo | Thursday, October 8, 11 am-2 pm | Drop-in. | Lounge | Free |
| Try it! Ukulele | Saturday, October 10, 10-11 am | Registration required | Meeting Room | $2 |
| Karaoke Open House* | Sunday, October 11, 9:45-10:40 am | Drop-in. | Multi Purpose Room 1 & 2 | Free |
* Hosted by the Bonsor Seniors Society
| Activity | Date/Time | Description | Location | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Art Display | October 5-11 | Come admire some of the artwork done by our talented seniors. | Lobby/Terrarium | Free |
| Group Puzzle | October 5-11 | Stop by and help complete a puzzle in the lobby. Let's see how many puzzles we can complete as a team! | Lobby | Free |
| Coffee* | Monday, October 5, All day | Join us for free coffee at te coffee bar* | Lobby Coffee Bar | Free |
| Try it! Chair Yoga | Monday, October 5, 11:30 am-12:30 pm | Registration required | PR3 | $2 |
| Spin the Wheel* | Tuesday, October 6, 1 pm | Drop-in and spin the wheel to win a prize! | Lobby | Free |
| Weight Room Orientation | Wednesday, October 7, 9:30 am-12:30 pm | Celebrate Active Aging Week by learning more about the weight room at Confederation. Please arrive early, check in and pay at the front counter to claim your reservation. | Weight Room | Be Active rates apply |
| Cookies* | Wednesday, October 7, 10 am | Drop in for a tasty treat (while supplies last). | Lobby Coffee Bar | Free |
| Grab and Go Lunch | Wednesday, October 7, 11:30 am-1 pm | Join us for our Grab and Go Lunch! In celebration of Active Aging Week, pick up a delicious lunch, then get moving and make the most of your day. Let's eat, get active, and celebrate healthy aging! Dessert and coffee/tea is not included. Please note that lunches are non-refundable and non-transferable. Registration required |
Activity Hall 1 | $10 |
| Balance & Stability Workshop | Wednesday, October 7, 2-4 pm | Instructor: Laxmi Registration required |
PR3 | $2 |
| Pumpkin Pie* | Friday, October 9, All day | Indulge in a delicious slice of pumpkin pie topped off with whip cream for $1 at the CSA Coffee Bar while supplies last. Drop-in. | Lobby Coffee Bar | $1 |
| Harmony & Healing | Friday, October 9, 4-6 pm | Instructor: Bryony Registration required |
PR3 | $2 |
| Tech Tips Meet & Greet | Saturday, October 10, 11 am-1 pm | Drop-in. | PR1 | Free |
*Hosted by Confederation Senior's Society
| Activity | Date/Time | Description | Location | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday Social Dance* | Monday, October 5, 2-4 pm | Drop-in. | Active Studio | Free |
| Try it! Paint & Collage | Tuesday, October 6, 1-2:30 pm | Celebrate Active Aging Week with a fun and creative paint and collage class! Explore colour, texture, and mixed-media techniques while creating your own unique artwork. No previous experience necessary. Supplies are included. Instructor: Vanessa Registration required |
Arts Room | $2 |
| Stamp Group Open House* | Tuesday, October 6, 11 am-noon | Drop-in. | Multi Purpose Room 4 | Free |
| Mellowdares Choir Performance* | Wednesday, October 7, 10:30-11 am | Drop-in. | Lobby | Free |
| Roger Nash* | Wednesday, October 7, noon-1 pm | Drop-in. | Seniors Lounge | Free |
| All Needlers Display* | Wednesday, October 7, noon-2 pm | Drop-in. | Lobby | Free |
| Advanced Voting - 2026 Municipal Election | Wednesday, October 7, 8 am-8 pm | |||
| Seniors Lounge Open House | Wednesday, October 7, 11 am-noon | Drop-in. Free coffee with voting sticker. | Seniors Lounge | Free |
| Learn Carpet Bowling* | Wednesday, October 7, 1-3 pm | Drop-in. | Gym 2A | Free |
| Thanksgiving Luncheon | Thursday, October 8, Noon-2:30 pm | Celebrate this thanksgiving with great food, friends, and music. Enjoy a traditional hot turkey lunch with all the trimmings, including dessert and coffee or tea. Tickets sold in advance only. This activity is not applicable to pay by Rec Credits. Registration required |
Active Studio | Members: $21 Non-members: $23 |
| 55+ Lifestyle Lecture: Scam & Fraud Prevention* | Thursday, October 8, 1-2 pm | Join the Metro Vancouver Crime Stoppers, our neighbourhood community reporting program, for a discussion on the rise of scams and fraud. The session will cover the Crime Stoppers platform, what to watch out for and provide advice on how to protect yourself from these scams. Registration required |
Multi Purpose Room 3 | Free |
| Learn Carpet Bowling* | Thursday, October 8, 1-3 pm | Drop-in | Gym 2A | Free |
| Popcorn Day | Friday, October 9, 10 am-noon | While supplies last. | Lobby | Free |
| Open Arts Studio & All Needlers Open House and Display | Friday, October 9, 1:30-3:30 pm | Drop-in and see art made by our talented seniors! | Foyer & Arts Room | Free |
| Sunday Social Dance - Thanksgiving Party | Sunday, October 11, 1-3 pm | Drop-in. | Active Studio | Free |
*Hosted by Edmonds Senior Society
| Activity | Date/Time | Description | Location | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fitness for Healthy Aging I | Monday, October 5, 9-10 am | Drop-in. | Activity Room | $2 |
| Beads & Needles* | Monday, October 5, 10 am-noon | Drop-in. | Small Meeting Room | Free |
| Fitness for Healthy Aging II | Monday, October 5, 10:15-11:15 am | Drop-in. | Activity Room | $2 |
| Try it! Watercolour Workshop | Tuesday, October 6, 2-3:30 pm | Discover the exciting possibilities, delights, and challenges of watercolours through mixing and paint application while exploring a range of subject matter. No previous experience necessary. Supplies are included. Instructor: Irina Registration required |
Activity Room A | $2 |
| Garden Club* | Wednesday, October 7, 10-11 am | Drop-in. | Small Meeting Room | Free |
| Smoothie Social | Wednesday, October 7, 11 am-noon | Drop-in. | Seniors' Lounge | Free |
| Dominoes - Mexican Train* | Wednesday, October 7, 1:15-4:45 pm | Drop-in. | Large Meeting Room | Free |
| Low Impact Fitness | Thursday, October 8, 10-11 am | Drop-in. | Activity Room | $2 |
| Current Affairs Discussion Group* | Thursday, October 8, 1-3 pm | Drop-in. | Activity Room B | Free |
| 55+ Wellness Lecture Series - ICBC Presentation | Friday, October 9, 9-10 am | As we age, maintaining independence is vital, but so is ensuring the safety of every individual on our roadways. ICBC's new Enhanced Road Assessment Program strikes a careful balance between mobility and public safety. Come and learn more about the program! Registration required |
Large Meeting Room | Free |
| Fitness for Healthy Aging II | Friday, October 9, 11:30 am-12:30 pm | Drop-in. | Activity Room | $2 |
| Stretch & Flex for Healthy Aging | Friday, October 9, 12:45-1:45 pm | Drop-in. | Activity Room | $2 |
| Chef Demonstration & Tasting* | Friday, October 9, 1-2 pm | Join us for a special live culinary demonstration in celebration of Active Aging Week, as Mulberry PARC’s own Chef-Kris Tennant showcases vibrant, healthy recipes prepared right before your eyes! Discover tips for working with fresh, seasonal ingredients, learn easy techniques you can try at home, and enjoy free samples of each delicious dish! Whether you're a seasoned home cook or just looking for inspiration, this is a fun, tasty, and educational experience you won't want to miss. *Demonstration only; participants will not be cooking during the session. Registration and a Cameron Seniors Membership is required to attend. Registration required |
Multi Purpose Room | Free |
| Stretch & Flex for Healthy Aging | Saturday, October 10, 3:15-4:15 pm | Drop-in. | Large Meeting Room | $2 |
| Advanced Voting - 2026 Municipal Election | Saturday, October 10, 8 am-8 pm | Activity Room |
*Hosted by Cameron Seniors' Society