PROGRAM 2019
2019 Seniors Week Program
Message from the Mayor Welcome to Seniors Week 2019. This week is all about acknowledging our seniors and the invaluable contribution they make to our community. Celebrations officially start on Saturday 9 November with the romantic comedy film “Overboard” at the Queens Park Theatre. The following day varying cultures will be in focus with the Multicultural Concert featuring local Indonesian, Chinese, Mabuhay and Indian Dancing Groups. This wonderful instalment to Seniors Week is sponsored by the Midwest Multicultural Association and is sure to be popular.
The Mayor’s Mystery Bus Tour is always a sell-out and a great way to get insights into the latest projects and happenings in Greater Geraldton. Don’t delay with purchasing your tickets to this one! There’s all this and so much more going on as part of Seniors Week 2019.
Mayor Shane Van Styn
BOOKINGS FOR SENIORS WEEK ACTIVITIES OPEN
Monday 28th October 2019 from 8.30am at the QEII Seniors & Community Centre, 88 Durlacher Street.
Phone: 9956 6636 BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL
Proudly supported by the City of Greater Geraldton and their subsidiaries: QUEENS PARK THEATRE GERALDTON REGIONAL LIBRARY
2019 Seniors Week Program
Program of Events SATURDAY 9 NOVEMBER 5.30pm
The Friends of the Queens Park Theatre present Overboard (a romantic comedy)
Nibbles at 5.30pm, followed by the movie commencing at 6.00pm at the Queens Park Theatre. Tickets are available from the Civic Centre, Geraldton Regional Library, Geraldton Visitor Centre or online www.queensparktheatre.com.au
Cost $15 SUNDAY 10 NOVEMBER 2.00pm
Multicultural Concert
Featuring local Indonesian, Chinese, Mabuhay, Indian dancing groups and more. Followed by afternoon tea by the Geraldton Seniors Week Committee. QEII Seniors & Community Centre 2pm to 3:30pm. Sponsored by Midwest Multicultural Association.
Cost $5 MONDAY 11 NOVEMBER 9am - 5pm
Art Demonstration & Exhibition
QEII Seniors & Community Art Group. Northgate Shopping Centre
Free Event 9am
City of Greater Geraldton Mayor’s Mystery Bus Tour
Join us for a tour of Geraldton with Mayor Shane Van Styn followed by morning tea at the QEII Seniors & Community Centre. Bookings essential.
Free Event 1.30pm - 3pm
Geraldton As I Remember
Take a sentimental journey and test your local knowledge of Geraldton over the years. Held at the Geraldton Regional Library. Facilitator Lorin Cox, Geraldton Regional Library.
Free Event MONDAY 11 NOVEMBER - SPECIAL PERFORMANCES AT ROCKS LANEWAY
1pm - 2pm
BUGS Ukulele Group
2019 Seniors Week Program
Program of Events TUESDAY 12 NOVEMBER 9am – 10.30am & 11am – 12.30pm
Card Making Workshops
Make Christmas & birthday cards with Tanya Yaksich. QEII Seniors & Community Centre.
Free Event 9.30am – 11am
Poetry Workshop
For beginning and experienced poets. QEII Seniors & Community Centre.
Free Event 9.30am – 11.30am
Badminton
Enjoy a game of Badminton and morning tea. Geraldton & Districts Badminton Association, Eighth Street.
Cost $6 9am - 5pm
Art Demonstration & Exhibition
QEII Seniors & Community Art Group. Northgate Shopping Centre
Free Event 1pm
National Seniors Australia Quiz Afternoon
Make your own tables of six or join with others. Great prizes and door prizes. Includes Afternoon Tea. QEII Seniors & Community Centre. Hosted by National Seniors Australia Midwest Branch.
Cost $3 1pm – 1.45pm
Pilates
QEII Seniors & Community Centre.
Cost $4 1pm – 3pm
Have a Go at Mahjong
QEII Seniors & Community Centre.
Free event 1.30pm – 3.30pm
Opal Geraldton Afternoon Tea
Come along to the new extended Opal Geraldton on Fitzgerald Street for afternoon tea.
Free Event TUESDAY 12 NOVEMBER - SPECIAL PERFORMANCES AT ROCKS LANEWAY
11.30am - 12.30pm 1pm - 1.45pm
Line Dancing Group Zumba Gold for Seniors
WEDNESDAY 13 NOVEMBER - SPECIAL PERFORMANCES AT ROCKS LANEWAY
10am - 11am
Ukulele Dreamers
2019 Seniors Week Program
Program of Events WEDNESDAY 13 NOVEMBER 7.15am
Walk and Breakfast
Foreshore Walk followed by a cooked breakfast. QEII Seniors & Community Centre. Sponsored by the Seniors Recreations Council of WA Inc Greater Geraldton Branch and the Hon Colin de Grussa MLC.
Cost $8 9am - 10am
Have a Go at Polewalking
QEII Seniors & Community Centre. Sponsored by Seniors Recreation Council of WA Inc, Greater Geraldton Branch.
Free Event 9am – 11.30am
Have a Go at Bridge
QEII Seniors & Community Centre.
Free Event 9am – 12noon
Have a Go at Croquet
Equipment and morning tea provided. Croquet Courts, Maitland St. Kay 0407 196 621.
Cost $5 9am - 5pm
Art Demonstration & Exhibition
QEII Seniors & Community Art Group. Northgate Shopping Centre
Free Event 9am
Sun City Christian Centre Open Day
9am Tour, 10am movie followed by brunch. Assen Street, Rangeway.
Free Event 11am – 1pm
Food Sensations Men’s Cooking Class
Hands on nutrition and cooking experience for men, conducted by Catherine Dumont, FoodBank WA. Held at the QEII Seniors & Community Centre.
Free Event 1pm
Have a Go at Outdoor Bowls
Enjoy a game of outdoor bowls and afternoon tea. Wonthella Bowling Club, Eighth St.
Cost $5 1pm - 2.30pm
Write your Life Story
Help bring your memorable moments to life. QEII Seniors & Community Centre.
Free Event 1pm - 3pm
Football West Walking Football
A game with Communicare’s Finding Fitness team. QEII Seniors & Community Centre.
Cost $4
2019 Seniors Week Program
Program of Events THURSDAY 14 NOVEMBER 9am – 12noon
Chat’n Do Craft
Come and join in making Christmas crafts. QEII Seniors & Community Centre.
Free event 9am - 5pm
Art Demonstration & Exhibition
QEII Seniors & Community Art Group. Northgate Shopping Centre
Free Event 9.30am
Ian Blayney Morning Tea
Enjoy morning tea with Member for Geraldton Ian Blayney MLA at the QEII Seniors & Community Centre. Bookings are essential.
Free Event 11am
African Drumming Workshop [Beginners]
QEII Seniors & Community Centre.
Free Event 1pm – 3.30pm
Bingo
Includes afternoon tea. QEII Seniors & Community Centre.
Cost is price of books 2.15pm – 3pm
Zumba Gold with Lishell
An exercise, fitness class for over 50s. QEII Seniors & Community Centre.
Cost $4 1pm – 4pm
Have a Go at 500 & Rummikub Card Games
QEII Seniors & Community Centre.
Free event THURSDAY 14 NOVEMBER - SPECIAL PERFORMANCES AT ROCKS LANEWAY
1pm
African Drumming Performance
FRIDAY 15 NOVEMBER 9am – 10am
Over 50’s Gentle Gym
Participate in an exercise session followed by a fruity morning tea hosted by the Geraldton Seniors Week Committee. Please wear gym shoes, bring a towel and water bottle. QEII Seniors & Community Centre.
Free event 9am – 12pm
Have a Go at Knitting or Crochet
Beginners and experienced most welcome. QEII Seniors & Community Centre.
Free Event
2019 Seniors Week Program
Program of Events FRIDAY 15 NOVEMBER (CONT) 9.30am – 10.30am Storytime with Grandparents Includes morning tea. Geraldton Regional Library.
Free event 12noon
Seniors Week Luncheon
Come along for lunch, entertainment, raffles and spot prizes (donated by the Rotary Club of Batavia Coast). Doors open at 11.15am. QEII Seniors & Community Centre. Bookings essential. Sponsored by Geraldton Toyota, Cramer & Neill, Nexus and Pensioner’s Social Club. Launch of 2020 Senior’s Discount Booklet by Inner Wheel, Geraldton.
Cost $12 SATURDAY 16 NOVEMBER 8.00am – 9.00am
Have a Go at Ocean Swimming
Come along and enjoy a swim in the ocean. Meet at the Champion Bay Surf Club near the Jaffle Shack. Facilitator Trish Cooper and Champion Bay Surf Club.
Free Event 1pm – 4pm
Garden Tour
Tour of three Geraldton gardens. Limited to 40. Itinery available on booking.
Cost $5 SUNDAY 17 NOVEMBER 2pm
Official Closing of 2019 Seniors Week
Cliff Richard Tribute Concert. Afternoon Tea sponsored by the Geraldton Seniors Week Committee will follow the show. Queens Park Theatre. Tickets are available from the Civic Centre, Geraldton Regional Library, Geraldton Visitor Centre or online www.queensparktheatre.com.au
Cost $20
2019 Seniors Week Program
SENIORS WEEK DISCOUNTS Thanks to these fabulous supporters of Seniors Week, you can redeem any of the below offers simply by presenting your Seniors/Aged care Pension Card!
Coffee Nook 105 Shenton St, Geraldton
10% OFF
Aquarena Café
10% OFF
BiteZ Restaurant
15% OFF
Pass St, Wonthella
79 Durlacher St, Geraldton
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* ONLY VALID BETWEEN 9 NOVEMBER - 17 NOVEMBER 2019 * SENIORS/PENSIONER CARD MUST BE PRESENTED IN ORDER TO CLAIM THIS DISCOUNT
2019 Seniors Week Program
Dome Café 31 Foreshore Dr, Geraldton
Two Foreshore 2 Foreshore Dr, Geraldton
Liquid Mojo
Northgate & Marine Terrace
10% OFF *
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Coffee & Cake*
10% OFF *
Attend a Seniors Week event and enter the FREE DRAW to win a rug from VALUED AT
500
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* ONLY VALID BETWEEN 9 NOVEMBER - 17 NOVEMBER 2019 * SENIORS/PENSIONER CARD MUST BE PRESENTED IN ORDER TO CLAIM THIS DISCOUNT
2019 Seniors Week Program
SPECIAL THANKS TO Abrolhos Steel ALDI Aussie Pastries Auto One Blooms Chemist Bolts R Us Bunnings Chemist Warehouse Cleanpak Coles, Geraldton Countrytime Caravans Dome Café Gerald Hotel Geraldton Air Charter Geraldton Carwash Geraldton Fruit & Vege Shop Geraldton Fuel Glass Co. Godfrey’s Go Health Harvey Norman Electrical Harvey Norman Computers Hazard Clothing Hip Pocket Workwear Hog’s Breath Hoppy’s Parts Are Us Leon Baker Jewellers McDonald’s Wholesalers McDonalds Homemaker Centre Mick Davey Butchers Midwest Auto Mitchell & Brown
Novus Windscreens Office National Optimal Pharmacy Plus Optimal Pharmacy, Stirlings Orana Cinemas Piaf Hair Design Pink Petticoat Pharmacy 194 Queens IGA Rangeway Pharmacy Readalot Books Reject Shop Rocky’s Gym Sail Inn Shine Aviation Skeeta’s Resturant Specs 2 for 1 Sportspower Stockyard Supplies Terry White Chemmart, Bluff Point The Flower Pot The Good Guys Total Uniforms Totally Workwear Tyrepower Willocks Surf Wintersun Woolworths Geraldton Wonthella Smartmart Woolworths Wandina Young Motors Yuki Nails
2019 Seniors Week Program
SPECIAL THANKS TO THE FOLLOWING Foodbank WA Football West Friends of Queens Park Theatre Geraldton Croquet Club Geraldton & Districts Badminton Association Hon Colin de Grussa MLC Ian Blayney MLA Lorraine Chapman Midwest Multicultural Association
National Seniors Geraldton Opal Geraldton Pensioners Social Club Ray Henley Seniors Recreation Council of WA Inc Greater Geraldton Branch Sun City Christian Centre Tanya Yakisch Wonthella Bowling Club
SPECIAL
Thanks TO THE GERALDTON SENIORS WEEK COMMITTEE
Thank you to our MAJOR SPONSORS for their generosity