Published in The BANAR February 2024
Barbara Whittaker, BCA Seniors Director
Our Seniors Breakfast Get-together on December 6, 2023 was full of laughter. We played the white-elephant game that included silly headwear, flashing necklaces, and soap dispensers shaped like Santa, as well as an ornament exchange game in which people passed a wrapped ornament each time the word “the” was said during a recitation of ’Twas the Night before Christmas. The number of “Shirleys” in attendance at the breakfasts also continued to grow, with a record five at this event. That was one-fifth of the people in attendance!
A week later, on December 13, over 20 people gathered at Olito’s Café for a holiday dinner and karaoke event. There was great food, lots of singing, and even a few fancy dance moves. Who knew we had so much talent in Blackburn Hamlet!?
Finally, thanks to everyone who participated in the seniors survey. The Seniors Action Committee greatly appreciated your input and has begun analyzing the responses.
Seniors events on the horizon…
Want to enjoy the fresh air on a lovely walk or perhaps meet with others for a great meal, some fun discussions, and a game or two? Then mark your calendars for these upcoming seniors events:
Blackburn Seniors Breakfast Get-togethers – First Wednesday of each month, 9:00 AM, Broadway Bar & Grill, 1615 Orleans Boulevard
Come and join us for good food, great company and a chance to share stories. Please RSVP Shirley at 613-841-7691 or note your attendance in the Comments section of the Facebook posts for the breakfasts:
- March 6, 2024 – RSVP by March 1
- April 3, 2024 – RSVP by March 30
- May 1, 2024 – RSVP by April 26
- June 5, 2024 – RSVP by May 31
Blackburn Seniors Walk-and-Talk Outings – New Time, Meeting Location and Dates
Join us for a leisurely walk around our amazing snow-covered spaces and paths. Winter 2024 walks will begin at 1:00 PM and the meeting point will be at the end of Tauvette Street, where Greenbelt Pathway E begins. The walks will take place on the following dates:
- Wednesday, February 28
- Wednesday, March 13
- Wednesday, March 27
Water bottles and traction aids (crampons) for boots are recommended.
Given the unpredictable weather at this time of year, please check the BCA public Facebook page at facebook.com/blackburnhamlet/ on the scheduled walk day for updates. (You don’t need a Facebook account to access this page.)
Blackburn Seniors Winter Social – Saturday, March 16, 2024, 11:30 AM-3:30 PM – Blackburn
Community Centre, 190 Glen Park Drive
Bring a favourite dish (appetizer, salad, main or dessert) and join us for a potluck lunch and afternoon of fun! No registration is necessary.
The Community Centre kitchen is equipped with an oven, a microwave, a fridge and kettles. Cutlery, napkins, plates and non-alcoholic beverages will be provided. Please bring your own serving utensils and, if you wish, a copy of your recipe…just in case people ask you for it.
We will have a few games available, but if you have one you really like to play, please bring it along.
Oh…and if you’re feeling a bit Irish on this day before St. Patrick’s Day, why not wear a green outfit or a fun green accessory!?
For more information on all of these events, please visit the BCA Website and Facebook page and watch for posters around the community. Questions? Please email seniors@blackburnhamlet.ca.