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www.kinvillage.org KinVillage Community Centre 5430 10th Ave. Tsawwassen BC V4M 3X8

Tel: 604-943-0225 Newsletter Editor: Wanda Green

Community Centre Newsletter December 2019

THE COMMUNITY CENTRE WILL BE CLOSED FOR THE HOLIDAYS DECEMBER 25, 26, & 27 AND JANUARY 1ST

Manager’s Corner

Greetings!

As the hustle bustle of the holiday season approaches, let’s remember to focus on what is important in life…not the shopping, not the material gifts, but the blessings we have with family, friends, health, and the beautiful place we live.

We have some exciting events coming up in December such as the Delta Choral Society concert on the 1st to get us in the holiday spirit, Shari’s Christmas Extravaganza Dance on the 7th and the Gala NY Eve Celebration on the 31st. A Kin Crafts session making a lovely J-O-Y triptych will be held on the 5th (see sample at Reception). Our Christmas Luncheon with Linda Kidder and a visit from Santa will be on December 6th - bring your camera for a photo opportunity with the jolly fella. The ElderCollege Singers will perform their Christmas Concert here on the 10th.

In January there will be a new computer help session for any of your technology challenges, and Tai Chi - which had a great turnout for the introductory session, begins in earnest. There’s also a session called AGING - an Olympic Event; we’re all doing it, so let’s learn how we can do it well! We also have our great free movies, and of course, our annual GIANT Book Sale!

Starting in 2020, there will be changes in fees for some of Kin’s classes. It’s not all bad news, prices will go up, slightly, but a few will go down to get in alignment. No matter which direction your favourite class is going, KinVillage is still one of the best deals in town. Where else can you get a class with a top quality instructor for $4!??

Remember 2020 memberships are available for purchase starting on Dec. 2nd. If you have a friend who would benefit from all we have to offer here, consider getting a membership as a gift or stocking stuffer.

I wish you all a holiday season filled with joy, love, peace, and good health. And if you are alone during the holidays, there is a free Take a Senior to Lunch event sponsored by the Rotary Club of Tsawwassen (see me) on Dec. 15th, and a free Christmas dinner (see our notice board) on Christmas Day so you can enjoy camaraderie and good food. HAPPY HOLIDAYS TO YOU!

Jen

Christmas Spirit

The Christmas Season is upon us, decorations everywhere, lights along our busy streets, ornaments at each craft fair.

Shopping malls are packed with people finding gifts for loved ones and friends.

Children are excited and hopeful they’ll receive all the latest trends.

Christmas music is on the radio, traditional shows on TV,

decorating decisions being made and where to put the Christmas tree.

It’s important, not only at Christmas, to find some quiet time,

to sit, relax, slow down our minds, so we’ll feel we’re in our prime.

Love is always the very best gift we can give and also receive. A card, or a call to a loved one

is how Christmas spirit’s achieved.

Merry Christmas

Jean Kay poetrytoinspire.com

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Community Centre December 2019

You can purchase your 2020 membership at Reception and continue to receive discounts on Community Centre activities and events in the new year. Only $30 (tax incl.) per calendar year. 50% off Unique Boutique purchases, the first Monday of every month (excluding jewellery).

NOT A MEMBER YET? Become a member to enjoy discounts throughout the year. You will receive a complimentary three punch card to

sample some of our activities.

Sign up now and enjoy all the benefits of membership in 2020.

PUNCH

CA

RD

A great

gift idea!

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LAST MONTH’S WRAP-UP December 2019

Christmas Market November 16th Sincere thanks to everyone who contributed to our bake sale table and made purchases. It raised nearly $700.00. Customers were generous with donations at the door and we raised almost $1,000.00. We’ve set the date for next year’s market for November 21st.

Remembrance Day Luncheon November 8th A HUGE thank you goes out to those who purchased luncheon tickets for 11 veterans so they could enjoy this very, very special event. They had a lovely luncheon and each veteran was acknowledged and thanked for their service, and a bit of their history was shared with the audience. We all had a delicious lunch, then heard the amazing Beauty Shop Dolls singing their beautiful harmonies. Congratulations to Anita Senn who won $81.25 in the 50/50 draw. She intends to give back, she says, by buying from our Unique Boutique. Congrats also to Jim Butler who donated his $81.25 win to the Legion.

Delta Music Makers Concert of Remembrance November 10 It was standing room only for the concert and the Delta Music Makers rewarded everyone with a wonderful multi-media performance. We had a generous audience enabling us to give the DMM over $1,100 in donations.

Langley Ukulele Ensemble November 23rd

These multi-talented youth wowed the audience with their beautiful voices accompanied by their nimble fingers on the ukulele. The audience donated $1,000.00 to help them with their annual trip to Hawaii.

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Community Centre December 2019

The KinTones Tuesday

Dec. 3 & 17 Have lunch in the Cafe

while enjoying the music.

The 2nd & 4th Tuesday of each month

$3.00 for Timbits and coffee or tea served at 1:00 pm followed by

a FREE movie at 1:30 pm

NO MOVIES IN DECEMBER SEE YOU ON JANUARY 14TH

FOR “YESTERDAY”

ALL UKULELE PLAYERS

Join in the Jam Session 1:15-2:45 PM, Mondays. Only $2 for members.

HOLIDAY DATES FOR SOME PROGRAMS

Beth’s last class of the season will be Thursday Dec. 19th and her classes will resume on January 6th

Susanna’s last class Dec. 17 Resumes Jan. 7th

Meditation & Stretch last class on Dec. 20th Resumes Jan. 7th

Bridge - last games Dec. 12 Resumes Jan. 2nd

Eucre - last game Dec. 12th Resumes Jan. 9th

Watercolour classes resume Jan. 8th

Zumba - Last Class Dec. 20th

Resumes Jan. 10th

All other programs and activities will run as usual except for official holidays.

FOOT CARE BY NURSE LAURA Next available dates are: Jan. 16th & 30th

To make your 30 minute appointment, see Reception or call 604-943-0225 Pay Laura directly - $40.00 cash only.

HOLIDAY SEASON HOURS OF OPERATION

RECEPTION - DECEMBER 24 - 9AM TO NOON CLOSED DEC. 25, 26, 27 OPEN 10-12 ONLY DEC. 30 & 31

UNIQUE BOUTIQUE - CLOSED DEC. 23 TO JAN. 5TH

BUENOS DIAS CAFÉ - CLOSED DEC. 25 TO JAN. 5.

Unique Boutique Open 10 am to 2:30 pm Mon.- Fri.

Closed Dec. 24 - Jan. 5

Reopens January 6th

Choose from our gorgeous selection of

casual holiday clothing and sparkling evening wear.

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EFFECTIVE JANUARY 2ND, 2020 NEW MULTI-PURPOSE PUNCH CARDS INCLUDE:

TAI CHI 11:15 - 12:30* Thursdays

Jan. 9th - Mar. 26th No class on Jan. 30th due to book sale.

11 weeks total In the Main Hall Tai Chi - a 600-year-old dance-like exercise derived from the martial arts — clears the mind, relaxes the body, improves balance, and contributes to overall health.

*Note time change.

NEW!

A GENTLE MIX OF CHAIR YOGA, MEDITATION, AND STRETCHING WITH PATRICIA 11:00 am TO 11:45 on Fridays in the MP Room

We do chair yoga poses at the beginning, then meditation, then get out of the chair to stretch.

ZUMBA CLASSES Fridays at 11:45 in the main hall

Zumba has both physiological and psychological benefits.

Beth’s Fitness & Stretch Beth’s Fitness with Weights

Meditation OsteoFit

Susana’s Line Dancing Shari’s Dancercise

Tai Chi Zumba

Friday Night & Sunday Afternoon Dances

10 punch card for members $40 non-members $60 21 punch card for members $80 non-members $120

NOVEMBER, A POPULAR MONTH FOR BIRTHDAYS.

Bernice, Jean, Mabel, and Len prove age is just a number. At age 80, 92, 100 and 70, all are still very active

and cheerful. I should be so lucky to look this young on my next birthday.

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WELLNESS PAGE December 2019

SEVEN TIPS TO STAY HEALTHY DURING THE HOLIDAYS

Change your focus. The holiday season is a wonderful time to work on cultivating quality connections with family and friends. Instead of seeing it as a series of parties where you can indulge in food and drink, focus instead on improving relationships and making memories.

Avoid overeating. Let’s face it, food is a major

theme of the holidays. Between Christmas and New Year’s Day, food excesses can lead to digestive troubles including indigestion and gastroesophageal reflux. The best way to prevent these digestive issues is to moderate your food intake.

Stay active. Don’t neglect your physical activities during the holidays. It’s even more important to stay active during this period. Besides being good for your overall health, exercise can help you get rid of stress and forget about your worries for a while.

Limit your consumption of alcohol. No doubt there are numerous occasions to raise a glass

with family and friends during the holidays. However, drinking to excess, even if it’s only once in a while, can cause serious damage. As usual, moderation is key.

Prevent infections. Handshakes, kisses, and hugs are great ways to spread infections like colds, flus and gastroenteritis. Prevent them by washing your hands often and keeping your hands away from your eyes, nose and mouth.

Take time for yourself. If you’re feeling tired, you risk exhaustion and increasing your level of stress. Between shopping, cooking and hosting, make sure you take a moment each day to just relax, clear your mind and take some time out to pamper yourself.

Skip the shame. If you go off track during the holiday season, don't give up. There’s always January

ahead, and good health is a great New Year’s resolution.

Adapted from Harvard Health Publishing, Harvard Medical School. Check the Wellness board or see Eva, Seniors Support Coordinator for more information.

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DECEMBER EVENTS December 2019

Saturday, December 7th KinVillage Community Centre

Doors open at 7 - Dancing 7:30 -11:00 pm Dress style optional but …..glitz and glamour is always in style. As always, you can dance to a wide variety of

great CD music including waltzes, jives, cha cha, mambo, soft rock and roll and much, much more.

Tickets available at the door - Cash or cheque only or mem ers or ests

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To reserve a table, please call Shari at 604-943-8755.

A Christmas Concert with The ElderCollege Singers

TUESDAY, DEC. 10th At KinVillage Community Centre

Doors open at 1:00 pm - Admission is FREE

Co ee & Timbits available for 3.00 Concert starts at 1:30 pm

Director, Pat Rogers Pianist, Rod Asher

Christmas Luncheon 12:15 Friday, December 6TH KinVillage Community Centre

With Linda Kidder entertaining.

Tickets 16 for members 18 for guests Cash, Cheque, Credit/Debit MENU Chicken Cordon Bleu with grainy Djon Chardonnay cr me Sauteed red potatoes in cranberry aioli Roasted root vegetables Dessert: Warm white & dark chocolate bread pudding with very berry coulis and sugar dust.

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Christmas Luncheon 12:15 Friday, December 6TH KinVillage Community Centre

With Linda Kidder entertaining. Bring your phone camera if you’d like to get a picture with Santa and his favourite elf.

Tickets 16 for members 18 for guests Cash, Cheque, Credit/Debit MENU Chicken Cordon Bleu with grainy Djon Chardonnay cr me Sauteed red potatoes in cranberry aioli Roasted root vegetables Dessert: Warm white & dark chocolate bread pudding with very berry coulis and sugar dust.

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KV Arts & Crafts WE’LL EACH MAKE A BEAUTIFUL CHRISTMAS TRIPTYCH.

Join us on Thursday, December 5th at 10 am in the multi-purpose room. PLEASE REGISTER AT RECEPTION. 4 for members 5 for non-members includes supplies.

Sunday Tea Dance Participants 1:00 - 4:00 pm December 8th

Intermission Cheers

During the dance break we will have some

Christmas cheer. If you would like to contribute something sweet or savory to

share, it would be most welcome.

PRESENTS The Delta Children’s

and Chamber Choirs KinVillage Community Centre

2-3 pm, Sunday, December 1st Doors open at 1:30

Admission is free Donations gratefully accepted. -

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DECEMBER SPECIAL EVENT! December 2019

New Year’s Eve Gala

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 31ST

Dinner by Chef Adrian

Dance to Scott Robertson’s Swing Patrol

Tickets: 60 for members 65 for guests, at

KinVillage Community Centre

5430 10th Ave., Tsawwassen

Open Mon.-Fri. 9:00 to 2:30

Phone: 604-943-0225

Doors open at 7:00 pm

Bu et Dinner at 7:30

Dancing 9:00-12:30

Door pri es & Party favours

50 50 draw license 116400

Dance the night away to a wide variety of

music from ballroom to rock and roll.

ree c ampa ne or so rin or mi ni t toast.

Spectacular

Dinner

by Chef Adrian

Artisan bread rolls with cranberry & vodka

thyme butter

Mesclun greens salad with sundried

cranberries, roasted apple, oranges,

strawberries, toasted walnuts and raspberry

vinaigrette dressing

Polynesian ham salad with celery, mandarin

oranges, red onion, or o pasta, toasted

walnuts, cheese, honey chili aioli

Pre-carved roast beef marinated in three

mustard and horseradish with Merlot jus

Bramble bush honey Dijon chicken with lemon

thyme Chardonnay beurre blanc

Ravioli stu ed with asparagus and saut ed veg

with Sauvignon blanc double cr me

Oven roasted baby tri-coloured potatoes with

fine herb olive oil

Carameli ed root vegetables with clover

honey, chili maple, brown sugar, white

balsamic vinegar and XXVO oil

Dessert - Santa Clause Bu et with an

assortment of mincemeat pie, pecan tarts,

Christmas cookies, and butter tarts

Co ee and tea

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COMING IN JANUARY December 2019

Jan. 28 - Where'd You Go, Bernadette is an inspiring comedy about Bernadette Fox (played by Cate Blanchett), a loving mom who becomes compelled to reconnect with her creative passions after years of sacrificing herself for her family. Bernadette's leap of faith takes her on an epic adventure that jump-starts her life and leads to her triumphant rediscovery.

Review: Cate is ama ing as this character. It's a fun quirky movie that I found delightful!

The 2nd & 4th Tuesday of each month

3.00 for Timbits and co ee or tea served at 1:00 pm followed by

a FREE movie at 1:30 pm

Jan. 14 - Yesterday - Jack Malik is a struggling singer-songwriter in an English seaside town. After a freak bus accident during a mysterious global blackout, Jack wakes up to discover that The Beatles have never existed. Performing songs by the greatest band in history to a world that has never heard them, Jack becomes on overnight sensation with a little

help from his agent. REVIEW: A near perfect movie - touching funny and romantic. Patel is superb and matched well with Lilly James. The music is top rate and the direction and writing near flawless.

COMPUTER HELP DESK TUESDAYS - 10 AM ‘TIL NOON FOR SIX WEEKS JAN. 7TH TO FEB 11TH Do you have a computer problem? Would you like to learn a new trick or tip to make navigating your computer, iPad, or phone a bit easier? If you would benefit from some one-on-one assistance, then this session is for you! We offer a weekly session where ElderCollege and KinVillage members can receive help for their unique question. Imagine... almost a private lesson! Come in and see if we can help. If we can’t, we’re sure to know someone who can. To make your 15 minute appointment, sign up at Reception.

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Thurs., Jan. 30th - 9am to 6pm

Fri., Jan. 31st - 10am to 6pm

Sat., Feb. 1st - 10am to 3pm

GIANT BOOK SALE KinVillage Community Centre

PLEASE DONATE YOUR BEST FOR OUR SALE. We are now accepting books, CDs, DVDs, pu les, and

games for our GIANT book sale. Please drop o your

items between 9 am and 2 pm, Monday to Friday only.

WE ARE NOT ACCEPTING VHS TAPES, DIGESTS,

MAGAZINES, COMPUTER BOOKS, TEXT BOOKS, OR

ENCYCLOPEDIA.

Saturday, January 11th

Doors open at 7 - Dancing 7:30-10:30

Our theme is “CANADIAN COUNTRY CASUAL”

Dress style optional but .. put on your western hat, dressy jeans, frills and skirts! Enjoy the warm country atmosphere. As always, you can dance to a wide variety of great CD music including walt es, jives, cha cha, mambo, soft rock and roll and much, much more.

Mi -e enin tea co ee an assorte oo ies

Tickets available at the door.

or mem ers or non-mem ers as or c e e on y

To reserve a table, please call Shari at 604-943-8755 .

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SAVE THIS PAGE AND MARK YOUR CALENDAR

DATE TIME EVENT

DECEMBER

Sun. 1 2-3 Delta Choral Society Children’s and Chamber Choirs

Thurs. 5 10 am-12 Kin Crafts – s. re ister J triptyc

Fri. 6 12:15 Christmas Luncheon with Linda Kidder & Santa

Sat. 7 7-10:30 Shari’s Social Dance

Tues. 10 1:30 ElderCollege Singers - Doors Open at 1 pm - Refreshments for sale

Tues. 31 6 pm – Midnight NY Dinner and Dance With Chef Adrian’s fabulous dinner

and Scott Robertson’s Swing Patrol

JANUARY

Sat. 11 7-10:30 Shari’s Social Dance

Fri. 24 1-2:30 Aging - An Olympic Event!- Pls. Register

Fri. 24 4-6 Happy Hour with live entertainment

Thurs.-Fri. 30-31 9-6 & 10-6 Book Sale (SET UP WEDNESDAY RIGHT AFTER BINGO)

FEBRUARY

Sat. 1 10-3 Book Sale

Thurs. 6 10-12 Kin Crafts card making - Pls. Register

Sat. 8 7-10:30 Shari’s Social Dance

Fri. 14 1-2:30 Valentine Tea with live entertainment

Sat. 22 7-10:30 Latin Dance Party

Tues. 25 10-12 Free Hearing Test - Pls. Register

MARCH

Sat. 7 7-10:30 Shari’s Social Dance

Tues. 17 12:15-2:00 St. Patrick’s Day Luncheon with Irish Music

Fri. 27 4-6 Happy Hour with live entertainment

Sat. 28 2-3:30 Delta Concert Band (with intermission & refreshments)

Tues. 31 1:30-3:30 Getting to Know Dementia

These special events are in addition to our regular programs.

Community Centre December 2019

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Community Centre December 2019

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Monday 8:00 am-4:00 pm Drop-in Snooker 9:00 am Beth’s Pilates Level 2 with weights 10:00 am Beth’s Fitness & Stretch 10:00 am ElderCollege Mtg. - MP Rm. The 2n Mon.

11:00 am Parkinson’s Mtg. - MP Rm. The 3 Mon. 11:15 am Carpet Bowling 11:15 am Ping Pong 1:00 pm Social Bridge - MP m. 1:15 pm Ukulele Jam Session 5:30 pm Jazzercise 6:30 pm Poker - MP Rm.

Tuesday 8:00 am-4:00 pm Drop-in Snooker 9:00 am Beth’s Fitness with weights 9:15 am Yoga - V al Cou 10:30 am Step, Step Line Dancing 11:00 am Ukulele Lessons - V al Cou 12:00 am KinTones he s & 3 Tues. 1:00 pm Movie he 2n & h Tues. 7:00-8:20 pm Advanced Ballroom Dance Class

Wednesday 8:00 am-4:00 pm Drop-in Snooker 9:00 am Beth’s Pilates Levels 2 10:00 am Beth’s Pilates Level 1 10:00 am Coffee Social Group 10:15 am Watercolour Class - V al Cou 11:00-12:30 am Chair Massage - 5 m n. y ap . 1:00 pm Bingo 4:00 pm Step, Step Line Dancing 5:30 pm Jazzercise 7:30 pm Delta Photo Club

Thursday 8:00 am-4:00 pm Drop-in Snooker 9:00 am-Noon Foot Care -3 m n y ap . - MP Rm.

9:00 am Beth’s Fitness with weights 10:00 am KinQuilters 10:30 am Knitting & Crocheting 1:00 pm Euchre- MP Rm. 1:00 pm Partners’ Bridge 2:45 pm Osteofit - V al Cou 5:30 pm Jazzercise 7:00 pm Twilight Stretch 6:30 pm Poker - MP Rm.

Friday 8:00 am-4:00 pm Drop-in Snooker 9:00 am Beginners’ Line Dancing 9:15 am Yoga - V al Cou 12:00-2:00 pm Chair Massage - 5 m n. y ap . 10:30 am Shari’s Dancercise 11:00 am Meditation - MP Rm.

11:45 am Zumba - 12:00-4:00 pm Scrapbooking - Excep Nov. s 4:00-6:00 pm Happy Hour - Nov. 29 h

8:00 pm Regular Dances

Saturday 9:00 am Jazzercise 7:00 pm Dec. 7th - Shari’s Saturday Social

Sunday 11:00-12:00 Dance Practice 12:00-1:00 Intermediate Ballroom Dance Class 1:00-3:30 pm Tea Dance

COMMUNITY CENTRE WEEKLY ACTIVITIES

Reception open Monday to Friday 9:00 am to 2:45 pm Unique Boutique open Monday to Friday 10:00 am to 2:45 pm Buenos Dias Café open Monday to Friday 7:00 am to 2:00 pm

www.kinvillage.org & Facebook

Closed Dec. 24 to Jan 3 inclusive

* NOTE TIME CHANGE: FRIDAY, DEC. 13TH ONLY

Shari’s Dancercise - 10 am Zumba - 11 am

Except 13th*

Except 13th*