Sparks is an LGBTQ+ peer support group for adults.
Hosted by CMHA Kingston, every Tuesday 6:00-8:00pm
Address: 11-400 Elliott Ave. Kingston ON
Contact: angel@cmhakingston.org
Phone: 613-549-7027
The County Seniors Centre is hosting the second annual Seniors Information and Active Living Fair. See 50+ “vendors” from the community showcasing the services they offer, as well as presentations and demonstrations. This FREE event is open to the public. It starts at 10:00am with activities through to 3:00pm. Organizers recommend planning to attend for the full day as presentations are scheduled every half an hour. All are welcome! Door prizes, free refreshments, free snacks and a free lunch (while supplies last) will be available. Free transportation for seniors. Call the Community Care office for more information about the fair at 613-476-7493
Beginning on September 17th at 7:30pm... Tune in on Tuesday's this fall for the all new QHS TVBingo... featuring our new hosts, The Quinte Humane Society, and lots of community involvement! Get your cards and play along. Info at www.qhs.com
Anyone can learn to play and local musician and teacher Don Hinde will show you how. This series is for seniors 60+ who are eager for a new hobby or wish to play again. It’s never too late to learn! The cost is $40.00 and starts Monday, October 21st and will run for 6 consecutive weeks at Community Care for Seniors offices located on 74A King Street in Picton from 10:00 to 11:00am. To register and for more information call the County Seniors Centre at 613-476-7493.
Artist instructor Luanne Hartman will take you to the next level of painting. Artists require some basic knowledge and experience for this intermediate level of watercolour painting. This series will run for 4 consecutive weeks with 2 hour classes starting Tuesday, October 15th from 1:00 to 3:00pm at the Wellington Town Hall located at 246 Wellington Main Street. Bring your own materials (a list will be provided at time of registration). Space is limited and it is recommended to sign up early. County Senior Centre members $100.00, non-member fee $125.00. Pre-registration and pre-payment are required. Contact the County Seniors Centre to register at 613-476-7493.
MIND is a Mental health focused LGBTQ+ youth group hosted by CMHA Kingston, Monday evenings 4:30-6:00pm.
Address:11-400 Elliott Ave,
Contact: angel@cmhakingston.org
Phone:613-549-7027
AUGUST 29 to 31 - AN EVENING OF ONE ACT PLAYS presented by the Belleville Theatre Guild. Six plays will take over the stage of the Pinnacle Playhouse for three nights. This program of one act plays follows a now established tradition of showcasing the talents of members of the Guild.
The plays: "Him-a-Layin' Krystal Bawl" by Victor Schukov; "Things Happen" by Ian C Feltham; "Trifecta" by Judie Preece; "The Flooding" by Maurice Leslie; "The Discombobulating Greeting" by Adri Boodoosingh; and "The Necklace" by Keith Taylor. The writers present a diverse range of subjects but have to be able to deliver their messages in only one act.
$10 tickets for the One Act Plays are available at the Pinnacle Playhouse box office or online at: http://bellevilletheatreguild.ca. More information and the upcoming winter schedule is available on the guild's Facebook page.
Seniors can walk in a supervised and safe environment at either of the two indoor walking program locations offered by the County Seniors Centre. Walk indoors from the Tuesday after Thanksgiving to the Friday before Victoria Day. Participants walk Monday to Friday morning at the Prince Edward Collegiate Institute in Picton and on the rubberized track at the Wellington & District Community Centre. A membership to the County Seniors Centre is required. The program is free. Call the County Seniors Centre at 613-476-7493 to register or for more information.
Explore your inner artist at a Paint Workshop with Luanne Hartman. The picture to be painted is entitled “birch trees on lake”. All supplies included to complete this 12X16” acrylic painting, with step by step guidance. No experience needed! Limited seating so register early. Takes place Tuesday, October 8th for 2 hours from 1:00 to 3:00pm at Bloomfield Town Hall at 289 Bloomfield Main Street, parking behind hall. Prepayment required: members $35.00, non-members $45.00. Call the County Seniors Centre for more information and to register call 613-476-7493.
A 55-Alive safe driving course is offered by the County Seniors Centre at the Community Care for Seniors offices on 74A King Street, Picton from 9:30 to 3:30pm. The Canada Safety Council developed this mature driver retraining program which is designed specifically to help older drivers improve their driving skills. Compton Singh is the certified instructor. The cost is $35.00 per person which includes a light lunch, workbook and refreshments. Registration is open to all. Call 613-476-7493 to register or for more information. Space is limited so call today.
