Beginner and continuation Tai Chi classes are held Mondays at the office of Community Care for Seniors, 74A King Street, Picton, through the County Seniors Centre. Tai Chi is a way to help seniors stay fit and flexible. Tai Chi is a low-impact form of exercise, but it is also a weight bearing exercise, which is an important component of managing osteoporosis. Some of the benefits of Tai Chi are: better balance, which lowers the risk for falls, less pain and stiffness, stress relief and increased calmness and sense of well-being. And to top it off, it also helps to improve memory. No experience is necessary and all fitness levels are welcome. If you’re a senior 60+ who would benefit from Tai Chi and would like to give it a try, call the County Seniors Centre at 613-476-7493. Prepayment is required, Beginner $25.00 and Continuation $12.00.  Space is limited and it is recommended to sign up early. A membership is required to join Tai Chi.

The Prince Edward Family Health Team will offer a free blood pressure clinic on Thursday, August 22nd  at Athol Town Hall (1685 County Road 10, Cherry Valley). High blood pressure is a dangerous condition in adults that is a major risk factor for heart attack and stroke. Blood Pressure Clinics enable you to have your blood pressure checked by a professional nurse. Register for this clinic which starts at 9:00 and finishes at 11:00am.  Call the County Seniors Centre to register and for more information at 613-476-7493.

This presentation by Lisa Thompson of the Quinte Wood Carvers Association will have an Interactive Display.  This will be a beginner level introduction to the world of wood and bark carving mediums. Basic instructions on techniques and use of tools.  If interest shown a 6 week Bark Carving course will be offered in the fall.  This presentation will begin at 9:30am at Ameliasburgh Town Hall, 13 Coleman Street in the village of Ameliasburgh.  This event is free and open to all seniors 60+.  Call the County Seniors Centre for more information or to register at 613-476-7493. 

This presentation by Lisa Thompson of the Quinte Wood Carvers Association will have an Interactive Display.  This will be a beginner level introduction to the world of wood and bark carving mediums. Basic instructions on techniques and use of tools.  If interest shown a 6 week Bark Carving course will be offered in the fall.  This presentation will begin at 9:30am at Ameliasburgh Town Hall, 13 Coleman Street in the village of Ameliasburgh.  This event is free and open to all seniors 60+.  Call the County Seniors Centre for more information or to register at 613-476-7493.

Explore your inner artist at a Paint Party with Luanne Hartman. The picture to be painted is entitled “a Daisy Splendour”.  All supplies included to complete this 12X16” acrylic painting, with step by step guidance. No experience needed!  Limited seating so register early.  Takes place Friday, August 16th for 2 hours from 1:00 to 3:00pm at Bloomfield Town Hall (289 Main Street, Bloomfield).  Prepayment required members $35.00, non-members $40.00.  For more information and to register call the County Seniors Centre at 613-476-7493.

Bring your summer photos and enjoy a morning of making memories last.  This scrapbooking demonstration is loaded with information and techniques.  Pam Huckle will share a wealth of information and instruction for an hour on Tuesday, August 13th at Sophiasburgh Town Hall (2771 County Road 5 in Demorestville). Refreshments will be provided.  This event is free for members, non-members $5.00.  For more information and to register call 613-476-7493.

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This morning event is free and open for seniors 60+ who enjoy a little fun competition and conversation. There is something wonderfully Canadian about this simple board game. It came out of rural Canada around the time of Confederation – the World Championship is held each year in Tavistock, ON – which would give it an earlier claim on the national psyche than hockey! Crokinole is easy to learn. This lively game can be played individually or on teams. This event is on Friday, August 9th from 9:15 to 10:45am. Refreshments included. County Seniors Centre members are encouraged to bring friends to play and enjoy the benefits of becoming a member of the County Seniors Centre. For more information and to register call 613-476-7493. www.communitycareforseniors.org

In loving memory of my mother, Gladys Logan, from Judy

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