ACTIVE, HEALTHY & ENGAGED
Spring NEWS Welcome back to your Active, Healthy and Engaged Newsletter for October, November, December 2019! Spring has sprung and the blossoms are out again. Why not take advantage of the beautiful weather to try something new? We’ve made a few changes to our timetable of activities so please take a moment to check the schedule at the end of this newsletter. The ever popular Wednesday Table Tennis group has grown so big that in early September we started a new group on Friday afternoons from 2:30pm-4:30pm (after the restaurant). This group is for people who haven’t had a chance to play on Wednesdays. If you are interested in playing, please give us a call. The Periodic Play Reading group has also changed time. They are now starting at 1.30pm (not 1.00pm) on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month in the Volunteers Lounge. Sadly, we’ve had to put our amazing Let’s Dance Program on hold for the time being. We do apologise and are hoping to have the group up and running again in early 2020. In the meantime, we have plenty of activities and outings planned over spring including lunches, a Spring Dance, bus trips, exercise classes and much more in the lead up to Christmas. We’ll also be releasing our program of events for the 2020 Mosman Seniors Festival soon so stay tuned. For more information on any of our events or programs please pop in to the Centre, give us a call on 9978 4128 or email us at community.care@mosman.nsw.gov.au.
9978 4128 | Civic Centre, Mosman Square Spit Junction community.care@mosman.nsw.gov.au
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2019 Social Activities
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The Art of Ageing Exhibition
Free entry A photographic exhibition which demonstrates the diversity of older people in NSW.
On display 11 November–6 December 2019 Mosman Square Seniors Centre, Mosman 2088 Please be mindful that a busy program of activities is run from the Seniors Centre, and this will make viewing of the exhibition diďŹƒcult at times. For the best viewing times please call 9978 4128. Additional art works, including full digitised version of the images will also be on display in the Seniors Centre Lounge Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm.
caring for your mental health October is Mental Health Awareness Month. This year the theme is Share the Journey. Sharing the journey is all about ways we can connect with others, both for our own health and wellbeing, and their’s.
Sharing the journey can mean many things: • Reaching out to people who might be withdrawing from others • Working with someone to find and access services or support • Asking for help with day-to-day things when you need it • Popping into Mosman Seniors Centre and chatting with other local residents • Getting involved in group activities, like exercise classes, walking groups, Tai Chi, Discussion Groups and day trips to new places. Please speak to staff at the Centre if you are interested in joining one of our many activities. See page 19 for our schedule. “The greatness of a community is most accurately measured by the compassionate actions of its members” - Coretta Scott King We have a number of regular, fun programs and events designed to keep you active, healthy and engaged. A great place to start would be joining our fortnightly Walking Group. Suitable for moderate levels of fitness, this enthusiastic group visits a wide range of breathtaking locations all across our harbour city. All you need is a pair of good walking shoes and a positive attitude. See page 14 for details. If you find yourself lacking the motivation to get out or feel a bit lonely, you might like to be a part of our Meal Mates program. Every week, for a 6 week period, a Meal Mates volunteer will pick you up and drive you to the Centre for a three-course lunch at a group table where you can meet and connect with other locals. After lunch you will be driven back home again. If you are interested in this program for yourself or someone you know, or if you would like any further information on how we can support you not just during October for mental health month but all through the year, please call the Care Team on 9978 4119. Credit: http://mentalhealthmonth.wayahead.org.au/about-mental-health-month/the-mental-health-month-campaign
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To celebrate the start of cherry blossom season, the Saturday Social Club took a trip to Auburn Botanic Gardens. Currently the gardens run a nine-day festival of Hanami (‘flower viewing’) sessions, so the whole group enjoyed a wander under the canopy of pink flowers in the Japanese-style gardens. For more information on how we can assist you to become more engaged with your community through our Social Support programs, please call the CARE team on 9978 4119.
saturday social club A weekend Day Program for older adults affected by memory loss living in Mosman and neighbouring areas. The program offers stimulating activities and outings as well as a break for carers. Join us every 1st and Support 3rd Saturday of the month. Lunch, morning tea and all entry fees are included. Time: 9.00am - 3.00pm Cost: $45 For Bookings: please call 9978 4119
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Upcoming Outings: 5 October A visit to Sydney Fish Markets 19 October A trip to Botany, with lunch at Yarra Bay Bowling Club 2 November Adventure to The Marina Café in picturesque Church Point 16 November A trip to Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park 7 December A visit to Cabarita, with lunch on the harbour at picturesque Sanders Kiosk 21 December Ferry trip to Manly, with lunch at the Ivanhoe Hotel
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How Mosman Community Care Can further Support you Entry-Level Services In Your Home Mosman Council is a provider for entry-level support through the Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP). Funded by the Federal Government and Mosman Council, CHSP services include individual and group transport, meals delivered to your home or at the Community Restaurant, and social support services. In order to take advantage of these services you will need to be registered with My Aged Care. For more details, please call our CARE team on 9978 4119. Did You Get A Letter About CHSP? Mosman Council recently sent out letters to clients who may be receiving CHSP services but who are not registered with My Aged Care. If you received one of these letters, we are asking for your consent for your details to be shared with the government so that you can be automatically registered with My Aged Care without needing an assessment. The closing date is October 21st, 2019, so if you received one of these letters be sure to respond. If you have any questions please call Sally or Linda on 9978 4119.
science discovery tour
Would you like to join our Discussion Group and take a tour of the Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation (ANSTO) at Lucas Heights? Take a 90 minute tour which includes viewing of the OPAL multi-purpose reactor. Learn about the world of nuclear science, neutron beam instruments, accelerators, cyclotrons and more. When: Thursday 17 October 2019 Time: Departing at 9:30am for a 90 min tour. With lunch at the ANTSO cafĂŠ after the tour at your own expense. Cost: $25 Includes transport and entry fee For Bookings: Bookings are essential for this tour. Please call 9978 4119.
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dance for parkinsons
new! table tennis friday
Our popular Dance for Parkinsons classes run on Friday mornings at the Seniors Centre. This program is designed to encourage healthy movement for people living with Parkinsons or other mobility difficulties, and their carers. Call us for bookings and details on this fun dance Games 2 Support group. All welcome. Followed by refreshments. When: Friday from 10.15am - 11.15am For Bookings: please call 9978 4128
In order to cater for the ever-increasing number of seniors wanting to join our Wednesday Table Tennis group we are organising a second weekly session on Friday afternoons. Please note, this group is not open to people who play in the Wednesday session. When: Friday 2.30pm - 4.30pm Cost: $25 per term For Bookings: please call 9978 4128
Monday art class
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Join artist Diana Bilderbeck-Frost at our inspiring Monday Art Class. With her guidance, learn how to perfect your paintings, drawings and sketches. Diana’s background is in Botanic art. When: Monday 1.30pm - 4.00pm from 14 October - 16 December Price: $100 for a 10 week term For Bookings: please call 9978 4128
Did you know that knitting provides many of the same relaxation benefits as yoga? Bring your needles and come along to knit for yourself or for a charity. Patterns for charities are provided. When: 2nd and 4th Monday of the month from 10.00am - 12.00pm in the Lounge For Bookings: please call 9978 4128
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Mosman Square Seniors Centre - Main Hall Cost: $10. Includes light lunch. 1pm - 2.30pm Bookings essential, please call 9978 4128 Transport available for a small fee
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Boy Girl - Eclectic music from the 60s, 70s & 80s
24 Oct
James McDonald - Acoustic tunes
19 Dec
Joanna Weinberg. Join the Christmas fun for the last concert of the year
28 Nov
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Sydney Cello Quartet - Performs music from around the globe
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Tuesdays and Fridays for Lunch: 12.30pm - 2pm Mosman Square Seniors Centre Bookings Essential: Call 9978 4119 Meal Mates one page ad
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Sometimes we all need a little extra support when coming to a new environment or joining a new group. Meal Mates aims to connect people who have never been to the Centre before with other local residents and volunteers. Every week, for a 6 week period, a volunteer will pick you up and drive you to the Centre for a three-course lunch at a group table where you can meet and connect with other locals. After lunch, the volunteer will drive you home. Please call 9978 4119 for more information.
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mosman meals Our new Spring and Summer Menus Our new spring and summer menus start at the end of October. With a range of tasty meals for you to choose from - including vegetarian and gluten-free options there really is something to suit all tastes. We also have delicious summer desserts, salads, and fresh sandwiches. Our fresh, refrigerated meals can be delivered directly to your home, ready for you to heat in your oven or microwave when required. Frozen meals are also available for your convenience. We are a very flexible service, offering both long and short-term assistance (for example following surgery or a hospital stay). We can deliver once, twice or five times a week, so please give us a call to discuss your requirements. Take-away If you’re unsure of when you’ll be at home to receive deliveries, why not bring a cool bag to the Meals kitchen and collect some frozen meals. Come before 1pm and you can choose from our extensive frozen selection or phone ahead and the meals will be packed and ready for you to collect at a convenient time. Christmas Looking ahead over the next few months, the Mosman Meals office will be closed from the afternoon of the 24th December and will re-open on Thursday 2nd January 2020. Our volunteers will not be delivering meals while we are closed but frozen meals can be ordered in advance. From 9th December, we will be offering our delicious Christmas roast dinner (frozen) - available for delivery or pick up – roast turkey breast, ham, roast potatoes, roast vegies, gravy and cranberry sauce, together with traditional Christmas plum pudding with brandy custard for dessert – all for only $11! There is a high demand for these home-style Christmas dinners, so be quick, call the Mosman Meals office and reserve yours soon! If you, a friend or neighbour would like to try our home-delivered meals or have a look at our menu, please get in touch. We are a flexible service, offering both long and short-term assistance. New customers will need to register by contacting our CARE Team on 9978 4119. For existing customers, contact 9978 4130 or email: meals@mosman.nsw.gov.au.
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“I would like to congratulate and thank Mosman Council Seniors Centre staff for the wonderful French lunch with fabulous entertainment held at the Art Gallery. The food was great, the service spot-on and the entertainment magnificent. Everyone seemed to enjoy themselves. It’s one of those functions that make Mosman a great place to live!” Community Restaurant feedback
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special ‘themed lunches’ - mosman community restaurant Join us for one of our special Community Restaurant themed lunches. Come with your friends - or come on your own and meet some new friends. Our lunches are a great way to meet new people over a delicious three course meal with a glass of wine and tea or coffee. Our themed lunches are very popular so book early to make sure you don’t miss out. Price: $15, includes a delicious three course meal and a glass of wine Transport and Lunch deal: $20. Door to door transport and a 3 course lunch Bookings essential: Please call 9978 4128 to reserve your seat
community restaurant
meals - free home delivery
The perfect place to meet friends while enjoying a delicious three-course lunch with your choice of juice, tea or coffee and a glass of wine. ‘Cheap Tuesdays’ are every 1st Tuesday of the month. When: Every Tuesday and Friday Where: Mosman Seniors Centre Price: ‘Cheap Tuesdays’ $10 / Normal days $12 For Bookings: please call 9978 4128
Our home-style fresh and frozen meals, soups, salads, sandwiches and desserts are well-priced and delivered directly to your home, Monday to Friday 11am-12pm. We can deliver daily, weekly or on a short term basis (following surgery or hospital stay). We deliver to Mosman and neighbouring areas of Cremorne and Neutral Bay. For Bookings: please call 9978 4130
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Tuesday 22nd October 4pm - 6pm Mosman Art Gallery, 1 Art Gallery Way
$15
Kick up your heels and celebrate the festival of Mosman, with the 3rd Age Rock Orchestra, playing live music from the 1950s to today. Drinks and nibbles.
Bookings essential call 9978 4128
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caring for carers progam Every Wednesday 10am - 12pm
Harnett Room, Mosman Council
Upcoming events: Wednesday 9 October “Looking After Yourself” with speaker Felicity Rogers, Carers NSW, as well as information about the new Carer Gateway. Wednesday 23 October Seated Yoga with instructor Jo Tauro. Wednesday 6 November “What to do until Help Arrives” with the crew from Mosman Fire Brigade. Please note, these programs are for carers only. If you would like to be part of this group, please call Liz on 9978 4089.
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“I particularly enjoy the excellent speakers you chose. They were mindful of their audience’s needs and gave sage advice on keeping the carer healthy. Thank you for making my life so much more ordered and bearable. I so enjoy the humour with which you all approach your profession, it is appreciated by all who attend!” - Carers Group participant feedback.
Carers Group a source of great support It’s hard to believe it is already September and Christmas isn’t far away! During October Mosman Carers Group will be celebrating Carers Week, so to acknowledge the wonderful job carers do there will be a special morning tea at Café Jam in Bridgepoint as well as a full day bus trip with lunch at the Pasedena Hotel at Church Point. The group will also be celebrating Christmas with a special Carers Christmas lunch on Wednesday 11th December at the Mosman Hotel. If you are a carer but not part of the group and would like to join us for any of these events, please give me a call on the number listed below and we can have a chat. The group has helped many people over the past 15 years. The regular guest speakers are so beneficial to those attending the sessions and the mutual support carers give to one another is invaluable. I’d like to take this opportunity to wish all carers a wonderful Christmas and a healthy and Happy New Year. If you are caring for a friend or family member and would like to attend the group, please contact Carers Program Coordinator, Liz Nagel on 9978 4089. You are welcome to join this special and supportive group and there is no pressure to attend every week.
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Community Transport Safe, affordable, door-to-door transport that helps you get around independently and live life to the fullest Do you find it hard getting to where you need to go? Do you feel isolated? Would you like to maintain your independence and improve your social life? Community Transport is a government subsidised service that supports you to live a happy, healthy and fulfilling life by making it easier to get around and stay socially connected. The service is especially designed to help you get to medical appointments, participate in social activities, do your shopping and maintain independent living at home. Who can use Community Transport? Community Transport may be available to people who have limited transport options and who meet certain eligibility criteria. You may be eligible if you: • Are elderly and have limited mobility • Have language challenges that limit your access to transport • Face other significant barriers to accessing transport If you are aged 65 years and over (50 years and over for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People), contact My Aged Care on 1800 200 422 for an eligibility assessment and to request a referral for your local Community Transport operator, in this case Mosman Community Transport. Monday Shopping Are you an early riser? Do you like to get groceries sorted first thing in the morning or do you prefer to take things slowly and go shopping at your own pace? Mosman Community Transport offers options to suit your needs. Monday Shopping bus offers door to door transport from your home to Bridgepoint Shopping Centre and back with almost two hours to be spent shopping, dining and catching up with friends. Pickups start at 8.45am and 1.30pm. New customers will need to register by contacting our CARE Team on 9978 4119. For more information on Mosman Community Transport, please contact our office on 9978 4120.
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walkingRevisit group Sydney. Relive memories! Join the group of enthusiastic walkers keen on revisiting and rediscovering breathtaking corners of the harbour city. Walks are held every second and fourth Tuesday of the month from 10.15am to 2.30pm. Catch Community Transport to different venues every month - and Keep Walking!
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Shelly Beach, Manly
Sydney Park
Shelly Beach, in Manly, is part of a protected marine reserve. Walk the track hugging the headland for spectacular views of North Head and the Northern Beaches.
Located in St Peters, Sydney Park was established on the site of a former brickworks and features extensive walking tracks and Wetlands with viewing platforms for bird watching.
nov 26 Riverside Walk Parramatta Explore fascinating history and wonderful natural scenery on the Parramatta River Walk. This engaging walk takes you alongside the waters of the Parramatta River.
dec 10 Wendy’s Secret Garden Lavender Bay
nov 12 Botanic Garden and Mrs Macquarie’s Chair The Royal Botanic Garden, just a short walk from the Sydney Opera House, is one of the most important historic botanical institutions in the world.
dec 24 Centennial Park, Sydney
Centennial Park is Sydney’s playground in the inner east, After artist Brett Whiteley offering visitors 189-hectares passed away in 1992, his widow Wendy began creating of wide open spaces for recreation, learning and leisure. a garden in his memory later named ‘Wendy’s Secret Enjoy a lovely day out walking this famous park. Garden’. Not to be missed!
The Walking Group requires a moderate level of fitness with a minimum of 60 minutes walking sometimes through bushland. Good walking shoes required. Cost is $22. Lunch and Ferry at own expense. Please check with your medical professional before starting any fitness activity. If you are new to us you will need to register by contacting our CARE Team on 9978 4119. For existing customers and all bookings contact 9978 4120.
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Out & aboutLifestyle & culture programs Out & About on Wednesdays is a social day program for less mobile older adults. These excursions are a full day from 9am to 4pm and are fully supervised by staff and volunteers.
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2 October
Morning tea at Balls Head Reserve. Lunch at Maroubra Seals.
9 October
Morning tea at Manly Dam. Lunch at Long Reef Golf Club.
16 October
Morning tea at Kirribilli Park. Lunch at Drummoyne Sailing Club.
23 October
Morning tea at Clareville. Lunch at Palm Beach RSL.
30 October
NO OUT & ABOUT THIS WEEK
6 November
Morning tea at Bicentennial Park. Lunch at Asquith Golf Club.
13 November
Morning tea at Watsons Bay. Lunch at Yarra Bay Sailing Club.
20 November
Morning tea at Ballast Point Park. Lunch at Taren Point Bowling Club.
27 November
Morning tea at Sydney Park. Lunch at Randwick Golf Club.
4 December
Morning tea at Roseville National Park. Lunch at St George Rowing Club.
11 December
Morning tea at Balmoral Beach. Lunch at Tramshed.
18 December
Christmas Lights followed by dinner at Forestville Bowling Club.
Cost of each excursion is $22 and includes door to door transport. Lunch is at your own expense. Bookings are essential.
If you are new to us you will need to register by contacting our CARE Team on 9978 4119. For existing customers and all bookings contact 9978 4120.
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tastes of sydney the best our city has to offer! We have some of the worlds’ finest cuisines right here on our doorstep - and our new Thursday Tastes of Sydney group is here to help you experience some of the best this city has to offer. A twice monthly Community Transport social dining event for independent older adults who want more spice in their life!
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oct 17
nov 7
Sailors Grill - Drummoyne
European Food - Glebe
Harbourside - Kirribilli
Enjoy fresh seafood platters, steaks, and gelato at one of Sydney’s best waterfront locations. Drummoyne Sailing Club, 2 St Georges Crescent.
Tommy’s menu is based around delicious, hearty and filling cuisine from all across Europe. Tommy’s Beer Cafe, 123 Glebe Point Road.
A stylish venue with an upmarket bistro offering good food and amazing views over the harbour. Kirribilli RSL, 11 Harbourview Crescent, Lavender Bay.
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dec 19
Thai - Seaforth
Italian - Narrabeen
Spanish - Crows Nest
Some of the most flavoursome Thai you’ll find, packed with fresh herbs and veggies. Make sure you try the prawn betel leaf! New Balance Thai, 7 Ethel Street Seaforth.
Traditional Italian Food with authentic Neopolitan pizza and stunning views across Narrabeen Lake, this is one restaurant not to miss. Riccardos Italian, 1425 Pittwater Road.
Spanish food is simple and unpretentious, and uses beautiful, fresh seasonal ingredients. Join us for a wonderful evening. Lola Cochina 19 Falcon Street.
Cost of each excursion is $22 which includes door-to-door transport. Dinner is at your own expense. Tickets are non refundable. Credit is given for another trip if cancellation made with five working days notice. Minimum 3 passengers required to run this trip.
If you are new to us you will need to register by contacting our CARE Team on 9978 4119. For existing customers and all bookings contact 9978 4120.
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weekend explorer join us on vibrant excursions! Weekend Explorer is for active, independent older adults, 65 and over, who are interested in a day long trip in the Greater Sydney Region and surrounds. These excursions are a full day, unsupervised and require a high level of mobility.
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oct 26
Delights of the Shire Morning tea at Hazelhurst Gallery followed by a visit to Captain Cook’s landing place at Kurnell, Cape Solander and Cronulla. Lunch at Cronulla Leagues at Woolooware Bay.
nov 9
Blackheath Rhododendron Festival Morning Tea at Campbell Rhododendron Garden, part of the annual flower festival. Visit Govett’s Leap followed by lunch in Blackheath.
nov 23 Gosford Regional Gallery Archibald Prize 2019 Exhibition (including morning tea) Visit Rumbalara Lookout followed by lunch at Central Coast Leagues.
Lake Macquarie Visit scenic Lake Macquarie with morning tea looking out over the water in Toronto. Lunch on the Esplanade at Warners Bay.
dec 14 Christmas Shopping at Leura Morning tea at Glenbrook then tour via Cliff Drive enroute to Leura for a spot of Christmas shopping in one of the prettiest town centres in the Blue Mountains.
Cost of each excursion is $40. Lunch and Ferry is at your own expense. Bookings are essential. Tickets are non refundable. Credit is given for another trip if cancellation made with five working days notice. Passengers need to be at Council car park by 8.45am and the bus leaves at 9am sharp.
If you are new to us you will need to register by contacting our CARE Team on 9978 4119. For existing customers and all bookings contact 9978 4120.
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volunteering volunteering keeps you active, healthy & engaged Research shows that volunteering is one of the best things you can do. Volunteering offers countless benefits including social, emotional, physical and professional perks. • builds community and ends loneliness • increases socializing, builds bonds and creates friendships • provides better job prospects • develops emotional stability and improves self-esteem • improves overall health • promotes longevity and leads to graceful ageing If you’re ready to make friends, improve your mental and physical health and develop new skills along the way, why not start volunteering today!
Current Volunteer opportunities Pianola Player Volunteer Do you know how to operate a Pianola using music rolls? Willing to learn? Are you available Wednesdays from 12 noon to 1pm? We are looking for a volunteer to choose a roll or two of music and operate the self-playing Pianola generating background music for older people in our Mosman Seniors Centre. Community Restaurant Kitchen Hand If you are physically fit and would like to help cleaning up dishes in a restaurant setting, we have the volunteer role for you. You will assist us in our busy Community Restaurant to set up tables and chairs, rinse dishes, load and unload dishwasher during our lunch time restaurant on Tuesdays and/or Fridays. Mosman Meals Do you drive? Are you familiar with Mosman and neighbouring suburbs? We need volunteer drivers to pair up with a helper to deliver meals between 11am and 12.30pm on week days. If you are active and you have spare time with interest to volunteer in our programs, please contact the Volunteers Office on 9978 4126 or email volunteer@mosman.nsw.gov.au.
Jannat Ferdous
volunteers Coordinator Contact me on 9978 4126 or email volunteer@mosman.nsw.gov.au
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Spring 2019 Schedule In the hall In the Lounge, Volunteers Lounge and Harnett Room
Spring Schedule 2019
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TECHNOLOGY GENTLE CLASSESEXERCISE - One on one computer tuition available 9.00am – 4.00pm GENTLE EXERCISE TAI CHI Call 9978 4128 for bookings. 9.00am - 10.00am 9.00am – 10.00am 9.15am - 10.15am WOOL-VERINES SKETCH CLASS Lounge KNITTING GROUP 3rd Tuesday BEGINNERS GENTLE EXERCISE Free WiFi, Tea 10.00am-12.00pm TAI CHI 10.30am - 11.30am 10.00am and Coffee 2nd & 4th Monday 12.00pm available all10.15am day - 11.15am MONDAY MAHJONG 2.00pm - 4.00pm HALL AVAILABLE COMMUNITY RESTAURANT Harnett Room FOR HIRE 12.30pm – 2.00pm 11.30pm – 1.00pm Civic Building
ART CLASS TUESDAY SOCIAL DANCE (Ballroom/Sequence) Volunteers’ (all media) PERIODIC PLAY2.15pm – 4.30pm Lounge 1.30pm – 4.00pm READING 1st and 3rd Monday 1.30pm – 3.30pm AFTER HOURS AND HALL HIRE AVAILABLE
CHESS GROUP 9.00am – 12.00pm U3A 10.00am – 12.00pm
CARERS PROGRAM 10.00am - 12.00pm Harnett Room TABLE TENNIS 1.00pm-4.30pm ENGLISH CONVERSATION CLASSES 1.00pm – 2.30pm
Call 9978 4128 In the hall Spring 2019 Schedule MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY InOut the& About Lounge, Volunteers Lounge and Harnett Room
SCRABBLE GENTLE EXERCISE DANCE FOR GROUP 10.00am - 11.00am 2.00pm –PARKINSON’S 4.00pm 10.15am – 11.15am 60 min class followed New times! CHESSby GROUP refreshments 2.00pm – 4.00pm
COMMUNITY RESTAURANT 12.30pm – 2.00pm
HALL AVAILABLE FOR HIRE 11.15am – 12.45pm LUNCHTIME CONCERT SERIES DISCUSSION 4th Thursday GROUP 1.00pm – 2.30pm Meets alternate Thursdays QI GONG WITH 10.30am – 12.30pm STEWART
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ZUMBA GOLD 9.00am – 10.00am
WEDNESDAY WEDNESDAY 9.00amTHURSDAY - 10.00am TUESDAY
FRIDAY ZUMBA GOLD FRIDAY 9.00am – 10.00amFRIDAYSATURDAY THURSDAY
TECHNOLOGY CLASSES - One onOUT one&computer tuition available 9.00am – 4.00pm SHOPPING BUS TASTES OF DOOR TO DOOR SATURDAY ABOUT GENTLE WALKING GROUP EXERCISE DANCE FOR Call 9978 4128 for bookings. GENTLE EXERCISE SHUTTLE TO SOCIAL CLUB BUS TRIPS SYDNEY Weekly 2nd and 4th Tuesday PARKINSON’S - 11.00am U3A except 5th 10.00am COMMUNITY Weekly 1st and 3rd Saturday 10.30am - 11.30am of the month 1st and 3rd Thursday 10.15am – 11.15am 10.00am – 12.00pmof the SKETCH CLASS CHESS GROUP RESTAURANT SCRABBLE 9.00am – 3pm Wednesday 10.15am – 2.30pm Pick ups at WOOL-VERINES Dinner Night 60 min class followed rd times! KNITTING GROUP GROUP 12.00pm Tuesday 3 month 9.00am –New Every Friday 8.45am Free WiFi, Tea and 1.30pm Program by refreshments 10.00am-12.00pm WEEKEND 2.00pm – 4.00pm DOOR TO DOOR 10.00am 11.30am – 2.30pm - – 4.00pm and Coffee 9.00am 5.00pm – 10.00pm nd th & 4 Monday 2 EXPLORER SHUTTLE TO 12.00pm available all day HALL AVAILABLE COMMUNITY COMMUNITY 2nd and 4th Saturday COMMUNITY HALL AVAILABLE MONDAY CHESS GROUP FOR HIRE RESTAURANT RESTAURANT 9.00am – 5.00pm RESTAURANT FOR HIRE MAHJONG 2.00pm – 4.00pm 12.30pm – 2.00pm 12.30pm – 2.00pm 11.30pm – 1.00pm Every Tuesday 11.15am – 12.45pm 2.00pm - 4.00pm 11.30am – 2.30pm Harnett Room CARERS ARTCivic CLASS TABLE TENNIS LUNCHTIME TABLE TENNIS Building TUESDAY SOCIAL DANCE PROGRAM (all media) (Ballroom/Sequence) 1.00pm-4.30pm CONCERT SERIES 2.30pm – 4.30pm 10.00am -th12.00pm 2.15pm – 4.30pm 4 Thursday Harnett Room 1.30pm – 4.00pm New Players Only 1.00pm – 2.30pm BEGINNERS TAI CHI 10.15am - 11.15am Lounge
Volunteers’ Lounge
PERIODIC AFTER HOURSPLAY AND READING HALL HIRE AVAILABLE st rd 1 and 3 Monday Call 9978 –4128 1.30pm 3.30pm
ENGLISH DISCUSSION QI GONG WITH CONVERSATION GROUP STEWART CLASSES Meets alternate 3.00pm – 4.00pm 1.00pm – 2.30pm Thursdays 10.30am – 12.30pm
Inout theand hallabout Out & About MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SHOPPING BUS TASTES OF DOOR TO DOOR SATURDAY OUT & ABOUT WALKING GROUP ZUMBA GOLD TAI CHI EXERCISE BUS TRIPS SHUTTLE TO SOCIAL CLUB SYDNEY GENTLE EXERCISE Weekly 2nd andGENTLE 4th Tuesday rd Saturday 9.00am - 10.00am 9.00am 9.00am – 10.00am of the9.15am COMMUNITY Weekly except 5th 1st and– 310.00am month- 10.15am 1st and 3rd Thursday RESTAURANT 9.00am – 3pm 10.15am – 2.30pm Wednesday of the Pick ups at Dinner Night month Every Friday GENTLE EXERCISE DANCE FOR 8.45am and 1.30pm Program BEGINNERS EXERCISE WEEKEND DOORGENTLE TO DOOR PARKINSON’S 11.30am – 2.30pm 9.00am – 4.00pm U3A 10.00am - 11.00am 5.00pm – 10.00pm TAI CHI 10.30am EXPLORER SHUTTLE TO - 11.30am 10.15am – 11.15am 10.00am – 12.00pm 10.15am - 11.15am nd and 4thfollowed Saturday 2min COMMUNITY 60 class New times! 9.00am – 5.00pm RESTAURANT by refreshments Every Tuesday 2.30pm HALL AVAILABLE 11.30am – COMMUNITY COMMUNITY HALL AVAILABLE FOR HIRE RESTAURANT RESTAURANT FOR HIRE 12.30pm – 2.00pm 12.30pm – 2.00pm 11.30pm – 1.00pm 11.15am – 12.45pm
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