Curbside pick-up meal on April 24th, 2025 - pick-up at Elks Lodge, 21 Elk Street Picton

Prince Edward Community Care holds monthly curbside pick-up meals. This event is on Thursday, April 24th and the pickup location is Elks Lodge. Kelly Bannister is preparing a scrumptious meal of ham with scalloped potatoes, broccoli soup,  salad, glazed carrots, bun, and carrot cake for dessert. 

The cost is $20.00/meal and seniors 60+ can order by calling the Community Care office at 613-476-7493. All meals must be paid for in advance. Meals will be packaged hot and ready to be picked up at noon. Only those who preorder and pay will be served. To order, or for more information, call 613-476-7493. Delivery can be arranged for seniors who require it. Orders will be taken until 4:30pm on Tuesday, April 22, 2025. www.communitycareforseniors.org

Active Living Programs for April for seniors 60+ available 5 days/week 

Seniors are invited to get active, make friends, and be well! Prince Edward Community Care offers over 50 online events each month. Online Zoom fitness and arts classes along with social activities are held Monday to Friday. In April, the Zoom webinar topics include For the Love of Frogs with Naturalist Terry Sprague; A Roadmap to Aging Alone Successfully with Karen Fuller, Solo Seniors PEC, Project Lead; A History of Film with Jordan Brookes, Director Digital Memoirs Canada; Pre-planning - Get Your Ducks in a Row with William Walker, Canadian Purple Shield Agent; Look what flew Through the County webinar with Author Yvonne Buys.  For more information or to participate, call Community Care at 613-476-7493, check the activity calendar for lots more activities  at https://www.communitycareforseniors.org/events/or email info@communitycareforseniors.org

Active Living Programs for April for seniors 60+ available 5 days/week 

Seniors are invited to get active, make friends, and be well! Prince Edward Community Care offers over 50 online events each month. Online Zoom fitness and arts classes along with social activities are held Monday to Friday. In April, the Zoom webinar topics include For the Love of Frogs with Naturalist Terry Sprague; A Roadmap to Aging Alone Successfully with Karen Fuller, Solo Seniors PEC, Project Lead; A History of Film with Jordan Brookes, Director Digital Memoirs Canada; Pre-planning - Get Your Ducks in a Row with William Walker, Canadian Purple Shield Agent; Look what flew Through the County webinar with Author Yvonne Buys.  For more information or to participate, call Community Care at 613-476-7493, check the activity calendar for lots more activities  at https://www.communitycareforseniors.org/events/or email info@communitycareforseniors.org

A history of Film, presented by Jordan Brookes, Director of Digital Memoirs Canada. 

Active Living Programs for April for seniors 60+ available 5 days/week 

Seniors are invited to get active, make friends, and be well! Prince Edward Community Care offers over 50 online events each month. Online Zoom fitness and arts classes along with social activities are held Monday to Friday. In April, the Zoom webinar topics include For the Love of Frogs with Naturalist Terry Sprague; A Roadmap to Aging Alone Successfully with Karen Fuller, Solo Seniors PEC, Project Lead; A History of Film with Jordan Brookes, Director Digital Memoirs Canada; Pre-planning - Get Your Ducks in a Row with William Walker, Canadian Purple Shield Agent; Look what flew Through the County webinar with Author Yvonne Buys.  For more information or to participate, call Community Care at 613-476-7493, check the activity calendar for lots more activities  at https://www.communitycareforseniors.org/events/or email info@communitycareforseniors.org

We are excited to invite you to join us in celebrating Indie Bookstore 
Day on April 26! This special day is dedicated to recognizing and 
appreciating the wonderful independent bookstores that enrich our 
community.
Local bookstores are more than just places to buy books—they are 
cultural hubs, gathering spaces, and vital contributors to our local 
economy. This year, we invite you to visit and support our incredible 
independent bookstores, including:
•       Readers’ Nook, Cobourg
•       Searchlight Books, Cobourg
•       Gryphon Books, Port Hope
•       Lighthouse Books, Brighton
•       Furby House Books, Port Hope
Each of these stores offers a unique selection of books, personalized 
recommendations, and a welcoming atmosphere for book lovers of all ages. 
On April 26, they will be celebrating with special events, promotions, 
and activities for the community.
We encourage you to spread the word, visit these fantastic bookstores, 
and take part in the celebration. Whether you’re looking for your next 
great read, attending an author event, or simply browsing the shelves, 
your support makes a difference!
Thank you for championing independent bookstores and fostering a love of 
reading in our community. We look forward to seeing you on Indie 
Bookstore Day!
Best regards,
Alexandra Byers, Furby House Books, Port Hope
Jennifer Bogart, Readers’ Nook, Cobourg