Lion'sDen Friday 24 Luncheon

Saturday 25th Walking Group



Burnaby Lake Pavillon

 On Saturday, September 25, 2010, we took the #20 bus to Broadway Station and caught the Millennium to Burnaby Lake/ Sperling Station. We walked from the station to Burnaby Lake Pavilion where they have rowing on the lake. We ate lunch and enjoyed the views, then we walked back to Station where Linda and Mimi left to go home. The rest of us walked on to Central Valley Bike/Pedestrian trail walk from Burnaby Lake/Sperling Station to Holdom Station where we went to Starbucks and socialized with coffee and snack.
The plaza is between the Holdom Station and Legacy high-rise , there was a neat piece of art work of a steam engine with its face down and underside of train was on 2 or 3 planters.
We were 7 on the walk, Linda, Mimi, Jean, Ken, Marilyn, Odette and Odette's friend Lise who is visiting from Ottawa.

WALK LEAD BY MARILYN

Walking Group 11 Sept

On September 12, 2010 we took the 20 Victoria bus to Richards/Hastings and walked to the New Convention Centre to see Mexico Fest at Thurlow Plaza Olympic Cauldron.
It was really exciting, there were lots of exhibits, food, entertainment ( ethnic Mexican costumes, dancing, singing groups, contests on stage ( 6 People had to sing a Mexican song after drinking a glass of water with their back, and another contest 6 People had to blow balloon without holding on to it and the winner was biggest blown balloon.
We also walked through the new convention centre , It is really something.
There were 7 on the walk, ( Linda, Odette, Mimi, Susan, Ken, Marilyn, and we welcomed Julianna (Korean friend of Susan)
WALK LEAD BY MARILYN

Movie Fans!!!

Movie Fans, this Fall's Academy Award Winning line up, on our 'legacy' screen, is not to be missed!
FREE with a Britannia membership (popcorn and company included) Thursday Nights

Sept 16 - "Crazy Heart" changed to September 23

Oct 21 - "Precious"

Nov 18 - "The Cove"

Moved to 'after lunch time' 1pm *** September 16th changed to September 23rd due to Volunteer Dinner

Walking club 04 Sep

We took the 20 bus to Victoria/Harrison Loop (SE Marine).
We walked down to Fraser river ( Gladstone Park starts at Victoria Drive and river park near Kerr road)
There is a quay to walk with residences but no shops and it continues to a river forest walk along the river.
We walked from Victoria Drive to Kerr road and then up Kerr road to Champlain Square Mall .
It is nice quiet and relaxing area to walk, cycle, or dog walk.
There was only 3 people ( Jean, Ken, Marilyn) we ended up at Starbucks at Champlain and
came back on 26 bus to 29th Street Station.

The Riverfront walk is located south of South East Marine Drive along the Fraser River between Kerr Street and Argyle Street. Parking is available at the foot of Kerr Street, or in a public lot off of Kent Avenue SE. This walking route spans two parks: Riverfront and Gladstone and crosses through the Victoria – Fraserview and Killarney neighbourhoods. The linear route is 2.4 km in one direction, 1.5 miles or approximately 4,752 steps.

Walking along the north shore of the mighty Fraser River is a wonderful experience. The bulrush reeds and long grass at the edge of the riverbank provide an excellent habitat for water fowl, and spawning salmon. Often you will see people on the beach or at the end of the pier relaxing with a fishing rod. The Fraser River is a commuting corridor for hard working tugs, leisure boats and fishing vessels. Boat traffic is constant, travelling up and down the river, passing by the numerous anchored log booms.

The walking route starts beside the pier at the foot of Kerr Street. It continues west along Riverfront Park, and then past Gladstone Park. From this point along the walk there are fascinating views of Mitchell Island and the Knight Street Bridge. The path then turns away from the River to join the Kent Avenue cycling route between Beatrice Street and Argyle Street. This is the turn around point for the walk. The Riverfront route is also a segment of the City of Vancouver’s proposed Fraser River Trail Greenway plan.

The divided pathway bends with the River, and offers both walkers and cyclists an opportunity to enjoy the area. The walkway has a variety of surfaces including smooth cement, and intricate brick work. There is a delightful aromatic rose lined boardwalk, and gravel path studded with poplar trees and ornate lampposts. Benches line the way, and the two parks offer several amenities.

The walk was lead by Marilyn

Walking Club 28 Aug

We took the 20 bus to Broadway station and caught the #9 Broadway to Broadway/Maple street.
We saw the African Market at Maple and Broadway which had food, merchandise made in African
( Kenya , Uganda) to purchase, and music. From there we walked to 6th Avenue down Maple street
to Kitsilano Community Gardens, Maple Community gardens, and Cypress Community Gardens.
We walked from 6th and Maple street along the three Gardens to Burrard and Broadway.
The gardens are really lovely and really nice to enjoy and it is accessable by bus.

There were 6 on walk ( Jean, Odette, Linda, Susan, Ken, Marilyn)
walked lead by Marilyn

We Joined CNIS for their annual African market
When: Saturday August 28, 2010
Time: Noon to 6 p.m.
Where: 1985 West Broadway @ Maple
http://www.cnis.ca/what-we-do/public-engagement-in-canada/african-market/

BOOK CLUB

Al Mattison Lounge

First Meeting of the Book Club

Sep 15th 2pm

Please pick up the book from Anne Jackson Co-ordinator prior

The book to discuss is "Still Alice"

Still Alice is a compelling debut novel about a 50-year-old woman's sudden descent into early onset Alzheimer's disease, written by first-time author Lisa Genova, who holds a Ph. D in neuroscience from Harvard University.
Alice Howland, happily married with three grown children and a house on the Cape, is a celebrated Harvard professor at the height of her career when she notices a forgetfulness creeping into her life. As confusion starts to cloud her thinking and her memory begins to fail her, she receives a devastating diagnosis: early onset Alzheimer's disease. Fiercely independent, Alice struggles to maintain her lifestyle and live in the moment, even as her sense of self is being stripped away. In turns heartbreaking, inspiring and terrifying, Still Alice captures in remarkable detail what's it's like to literally lose your mind...

Reminiscent of A Beautiful Mind, Ordinary People and The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time, Still Alice packs a powerful emotional punch and marks the arrival of a strong new voice in fiction.

Walking group 21 Aug

On Saturday we went on 20 bus to Richards/Dunsmuir to see Brazil Fest on 700 Granville Street in front of Sears, there was Brazilian music, food. We walked from there west down Granville Street to Hemleken Street to the the Gathering community centre art gallery to see a display of Brazil Art by Beth Maic, It had realy nice paintings ( oils and charcoal). We also discovered a Neighbour park at Seymour/Richards and Davie with 2 fountains and little canal running between them with running water from l fountain to other. this park has no name yet but it was created by Rotary International. We walked from there up Davie to Howe Street and walked down Howe to Robson back to Brazil fest.

there was 6 on the walk ( Jean, Susan, Linda, Odette, Ken, Marilyn)
walked lead by Marilyn

Volunteers needed!!!!

1) BAKERS WANTED!


When: Aug 20, Friday

Time: 3-5:30pm
Location: AML, Senior’s Centre, across from Brit Info Centre
Why: Because it’s fun, yummy, and for a great cause!
Our last bake day/sale was so much fun that we’re hoping to launch this activity once a month, to accompany the Beyond the Blue Box program each 3rd Saturday of the month! No experience necessary! Come bake on the Friday or sell on the Saturday 9am-12pm. Sign up now! All proceeds go to the Britannia Volunteer Program. Please let us know if you have recipes, baking supplies or a Food Safe Certificate! J

Email charlene.wee@vancouver.ca or call 604-718-5860
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2) BUILD A PLAYGROUND in a day!


Volunteer to help build a new playground for Britannia Elementary School!
Build date: Saturday, September 11, 2010
Time: 8 am to 4 pm - Rain or shine!
Location: Playground site below Britannia Elementary
Join us as we team up with Foresters, a not-for-profit life insurance provider, and KaBOOM! to build a new adventure playground for Britannia Elementary students and other neighbourhood kids.

We are seeking 150 volunteers. No special skills required - we will have a job for everyone. All volunteers must be at least 18 years old and must pre-register by providing the information below.
To register/volunteer, please email the following information to britanniaplayground@gmail.com:
- name
- phone number
- email address
- list of names and ages of any kids who will need childcare
Please also indicate whether you would like to sign up for general construction on site (no experience needed), registration team (to help sign in volunteers), green team, or children's activities.
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3) SATURDAY UNLIMITED
You’ve heard it before! Saturday Unlimited is one of our most popular programs! Why?
You get to meet new people, make some meaningful life-long friendships, and build work-related skills all at the same time!
Come and volunteer with our experienced staff team once a week and assist our youth participants 13-19 with disabilities to have the best time possible with camp activities! Kayaking, swimming, movies and more… fun times with fun people!
When: Saturdays, Sept 18-Nov 6
Time: 9:45am-2:15pm
Where: At Britannia or off-site (transportation and admission to local places of interest provided by Britannia)
What: Day camp activities for youth 13-19 with disabilities.
Orientation/Training: Provided by Saturday Unlimited staff
Email: charlene.wee@vancouver.ca or call 604-718-5860

Walking Club 14 Aug

August 14, 20l0 we walked from Britannia through Strathcona to Chinatown. There was a Chinatown Festival at Columbia/Keefer. We saw lots of exhibits, martial arts demonstration, and saw the new mascot for Chinatown the Panda. We also walked through Sun Yet-Sun Garden, (http://www.vancouverchinesegarden.com/ ) and then we went to Tinseltown centre.

There were 8 ( Linda, Jean, Odette, Susan, Ken, Marilyn and we also enjoyed meeting Odette's brother Robert and sister-in-law M.C. visiting from out east.

walked leaded by Marilyn

Victoria Bus Trip 11 August

Walking Club 31 July

On Saturday July 31, 2010, we ( Jean, Odette, Linda, Ken , Marilyn, Susan, Mimi) walked from Britannia Centre to Strathcona park where we saw the Latin American festival and then we walked along Hawks

and Princess street in Strathcona to Oppenheimer Park to see Japanese festival.

We also saw Carol who was volunteering at the festival.

Klahowya Village in Stanley Park

Today a small group (5 of us) went to Stanley park.  All were welcome but not many signed up.  Two persons cancelled last minute.  This was a free day & time to spend with friends and discover this native village.  I (Laurette) have already been here twice but I was the leader and had this excursion arranged since the spring.  The Bonus was not just visiting the park but seeing performances, art and story telling that I had not known about in the spring. 
We brought snacks and as well able to purchase food if needed.  Beautiful day, sunny and warm.  Got to love these sunny days.
Afterwards four of us continued walking along Lost Lagoon and finishing at English Bay.  Afterwards we all set off for home, shopping or where we wanted to go. We set off 10am & by 2pm heading home.

Laurette, Odette, Mimi, Vera and Lynn

 The following pics was the route of the train that we walked around the outside path circling the train route

Raven

Spirit Catcher Train

Storyteller

Carving in progress of an eagle with shells to be his wings

Below is videos of the show we watched

 

July 24 walking club

On July24,2010, we went on 20 bus to Richards/Hastings and walked down to the Seabus.  From there we went to Caribbean Festival at waterfront park (Lonsdale Quay).  It was very interesting and then we walked around the Lonsdale Quay and saw the farmers market and sat and socialized.
There was 7 persons ( Mimi, Susan, Odette, Linda, Jean, Ken, Marilyn).
Walked was lead by Marilyn


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Walking Club 17 July

We went on the #20 bus to Broadway Station and caught the Millenium train to New Westminister Quay.  Fraser Fest ( celebrate the river) 21st annual event was being held. We walked through the quay down the  broadwalk to see free exhibits and  bottles of  water from Boathouse restaurant and you could get salmon burger for $5.00.  As well Telus was giving our sunglasses.
It was good. we went on cruise on Paddlewheeler 9 the Native for $5.00, a 45 minute cruise on river New West side , beside the bridge, and  the the Surrey side around by Annacis Island. We walked along the quay  and came back and then went to Salvation army Thrift shop.  Looking for deals.
There were 7 ( Mimi,Jean, Linda, Odette, Marilyn, Ken, and susan ( we welcomed
her back to the walking group)
walked lead by Marilyn

The history and prosperity of the City of New Westminster is closely linked to the Fraser River. FraserFest celebrates one of the greatest salmon spawning rivers of the world. The Fraser Fest highlights the important role that the River played in the development of British Columbia and New Westminster, and the equally important role it still plays, as a port, as a highway for river commerce, and as a recreational resource.

Annual 55+ picnic at Trout Lake

Food was Church's chicken with potato salad, coleslaw & buns. Also included were watermelon, pineapple, cantelope, blueberries, cherries and strawberries. Bottled water was also provided.
All the picnic tables at the picnic site were full. There may have been 50-60. Some left right after the food.
Some played cards others tried their hand at bocce. Croquette mallets were also provided.
It was a beautiful day for a picnic.

Bocce Anyone!!???

Today was the first for the season to play Boccie.  Sunny Mondays we will play Boccie in Victoria Park (short walk from the centre).  Rainy days we will play Brain Gym at the Al Mattison Lounge like we normally do.  Today there was five of us.  Vera, Barb, Marilyn, Ken and Laurette.  This was our first for the summer and enjoyed it. Everyone is welcome.  Show up at the lounge at 10:15am and we are off to the park by 10:30.
Today was sunny but OMG was it windy as you all know we are having high winds today.  But we still went and had fun.

Walking Club 10 July

7 people Linda, Jean,Odette, Marilyn, Ken, and 2 new people
Donna caregiver and Amish special needs boy.
We walked down to Commercial/Hastings to catch #153 SFU buss to Willingdon and Hastings. We walked 2 blocks North along Willingdon to Confederation Park. (there is Confederation Park seniors Centre
really nice centre.)
At Confederation Park , there was Italian Festival Regione Puglia. We listened to Lou Marocco sing,  had Pasta, Italian sausage and free coke provided by Coca Cola. Our new friends left at 12:15.
Afterward we walked through the park and then Linda went back to the festival and rest of us went to the train and Rainbow Creek station which is $2.50 to ride and there was model train display. We walked through the trail near the train.
Our walk and day was 5 1/2 hours and we all enjoyed ourselves.


walk lead by Marilyn

Ken, Jean, Odette, Linda, Marilyn

Walking Club 03 July

July 3 2010 at 10:30 we took the 20 bus to Broadway station and caught the Skytrain to 29th Steert station.  From there we caught the #26 bus to Champlain Mall. Then we walked down Kerr road to Everett Crowley park, which is a beautiful place to walk . We walked down the trail to Avalon Pond there were lots of ducks and ducklings. We had our lunch sitting on a log and large stone. Everett Crowley park is named after a city Alderman who founded the Avalon Dairy at 45th and Wales and you can get Avalon Milk in stores, the chocolate milk is delicious.
After the park we walked back to the mall and had a coffee and caught the #29 bus back to skytain station at 29th went back home.
( Odette, Mimi, Linda, Jean, Ken, Marilyn)walked led by Marilyn

Summer Volunteer Opportunities

Summer Volunteer Opportunities

Daycamps: Funseekers or Summer Unlimited
Engage with children 6-12 or youth 13-19 with disabilities in fun and exciting activities every week from Mon-Fri.
*Criminal record checks required for volunteers over 18.
Camps run all summer until Sept 3 for Funseekers and Aug 20 for Summer Unlimited. Contact Charlene for more info at Charlene.wee@vancouver.ca

Artful Sundays:
Weekend festival featuring artists, their work, live performances, and more!
Help with festival set-up, strike, meet artists and performers, find out more about their work, and enjoy the sunny outdoor community festival!

Bake Sale takes place on Aug 8 only! Come bake or sell our goodies!
Festival dates: Aug 8, 15, 22, 29, Sept 5

Shifts: Aug 8th 9am-12pm or 12-3pm or 4:30-6pm

All other Sundays 10am-12pm or 4:30-6pm
Contact Charlene for more info at Charlene.wee@vancouver.ca

Join KaBOOM! Build a playground in 1 day! September 11th, Saturday.

KaBOOM, along with Forester (not-for-profit insurance provider), is going to help Brit Elementary build a playground in one day and they’re looking for volunteers. If you like using your hands and feet in the outdoors and building something amazing that you can look at and use at the end of the day, this is for you! Come leave YOUR mark at Brit Elementary!
Shift: 8am-4pm (rain or shine)
*All volunteers must be at least 18 and register at britanniaplayground@gmail.com
with your:
- name
- phone number
- email address

- list of names and ages of any kids who will need childcare

Please also indicate whether you would like to sign up for general construction on site (no experience needed), registration team (to help sign in volunteers), green team, or children's activities

Senior's input for future of Brit Community centre

Cynthia Low
Head of Britannia
talking with us & as well showing a video

Future ideas for Britannia of the future

Walking Club 26 June

Mimi, Odette, Linda, Jean, Marilyn & Ken

Artist at work or not LOL

On sat June 26th we went to Crescent Beach.  We took the 20 bus to Broadway Station caught 99 to Cambie Street to the Canada line and then to Bridgeport Station where we caught the 35l to Crescent Beach (a note every 2nd bus goes to Crescent Beach). We got off the bus 2 blocks away and walked to and along the beach.  From there we went to the small village of Crescent Beach, had coffee and Italian cookies at Martini's gelato and coffee. We walked back to and along the beach walk. Afterward made our way back to the bus stop.
There were 6 of us that included Mimi, Jean, Odette,Marilyn, Linda, and Ken
Lead by Marilyn
Crescent Beach
The village of Crescent Beach is located just south of the mouth of the 'Nicomekl', where a bend in the river estuary reveals a marina that provides shelter for hundreds of boats. Next door, the nature preserve of 'Blackie's Spit' hosts dozens of species of resident and migratory birds. Back to Beaches which may be observed from natural blinds atop the surrounding dyke's trails.
 Amongst all the communities in the lower mainland, Crescent Beach has yielded the least of its classic charm to the pressures of time. Crescent Beach has maintained it's identity through a persistent rejection of rezoning and modern development.

Designing the Future of Britannia Workshop FREE

Please come to voice your opinion matters of our future

June 29th is for the Vietnamese Seniors

June 30th is for the rest of Britannia Seniors