Summer • 2019
program GUIDE COMMUNITY RECREATION & WELLNESS PROGRAMS
Halifax Campus Edward Roach Centre
Join us at the William E. Frank Live More Park this summer! SEE MORE ON PAGE 8
Bedford Campus Ivany Place
In your community, across Nova Scotia
902-454-3351 crec@nwood.ns.ca www.northwood.care
Please visit our website for additional resources Northwood Live More www.nwood.ns.ca
REGISTRATION AND MEMBERSHIP Membership to Community Recreation & Wellness is $20.00 per year. Membership allows you access to programs, free mail outs, exclusive lectures and other special one-time events. To get your membership or to renew, please stop by the Community Recreation & Wellness office, visit us online or email us.
Three Ways to Register 1. Call our office at 902-454-3351. If we aren’t available when you call, just leave us a message telling us your name, your contact information and the program you’re interested in. 2. Stop by either or Halifax or Bedford office during business hours. For up to date times that we are available please call us. 3. Visit us online at nwood.ns.ca/calendar to find the program you wish to register for and click register. Programs, events, education, workshops, etc. are for Community Recreation & Wellness members only, unless otherwise specified. Advance registration is required unless otherwise specified. Drop-in programs do not require a commitment and are on a pay-as-you go basis. However, if you plan to attend a dropin program, please register in advance using one of the methods listed.
Locations NORTHWOOD HALIFAX CAMPUS 2615 Northwood Terrace, Halifax • Harbourview Lounge • Penthouse • Shirley Burnstein Hall • Manor Meeting Space NORTHWOOD BEDFORD CAMPUS 123 Gary Martin Drive, Bedford • William E. Live More Park • Main Floor Classroom • The Great Room COMMUNITY LOCATIONS • 5534 Almon Street, Halifax Almon Place Common Room
Gift Certificates Available
Office Closure
Community Recreation & Wellness gift certificates are available in any denomination and can be used for any program, event or membership (new or renew)!
Please note that the Community Recreation & Wellness offices will be closed on weekends and holidays.
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Phone: 902-454-3351
Email: crec@nwood.ns.ca
Web: www.nwood.ns.ca
Table of contents Bedford Chair Yoga . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Laughter Yoga . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Walking Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Device Assistance Clinics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Fat, Sugar, Salt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Food for One or Two . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Pop-Up Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Halifax Kripalu Chair Yoga . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Community Yoga. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Basic Morning Meditation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Craving Change (4 Week Program) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Mental Health 101 for Older Adults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Narcotics Anonymous . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Alcoholics Anonymous . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Cribbage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Crib Tournament . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Armchair Travel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Device Assistance Clinics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Main Street Markets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Elderberries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Special Events Bus Trip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 St. Jean Batiste Day Event . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Encores Showcase Event . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Phone: 902-454-3351
Email: crec@nwood.ns.ca
Web: www.nwood.ns.ca
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BEDFORD Chair Yoga
Laughter Yoga
An accessible yoga class that focuses on seated postures and modified poses that everyone can enjoy! The class will focus on functional poses that help mobility of the spine and joints, stretch and strengthen our muscles and deep breathing exercises that are linked with movement.
A unique social activity combining voluntary laughter, youthful playfulness, and breathing exercises. This class is practiced in a chair and is accessible to everyone. Laughter Yoga can increase your mood, strengthen your immune system and decrease stress. Laugh your way to better health!
Duration: July 8 – August 26 Registration required by June 24
When:
Last Saturday of the month
Duration:
2:00 – 3:00 pm Great Room, Northwood Bedford Campus
When:
Mondays, 10:00 – 11:00 am
Where:
Where:
Great Room, Northwood Bedford Campus
Instructor: Alesia Komarnisky
Instructor: Alesia Komarnisky Cost:
$40.00
Duration:
July 11 – August 29 Registration required by June 27
When:
Thursdays, 10:00 – 11:00 am
Where:
Great Room, Northwood Bedford Campus
Cost:
Free/All Welcome
Walking Club Being active is a key to good health and walking is one of the easiest, wallet friendly ways to get moving. Join local walking enthusiasts for a 45-minute to 1-hour, low impact walk throughout the surrounding community’s trails.
Instructor: Alesia Komarnisky Cost:
$40.00
When:
Fridays 10:00 am
Duration:
June 7 – August 30
Meet Point: Northwood Bedford Campus, Community Location Cost:
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Phone: 902-454-3351
Free/All Welcome
Email: crec@nwood.ns.ca
Web: www.nwood.ns.ca
BEDFORD Device Assistance Clinics: Computer, iPhone, cell phone, iPad or Tablet Halifax Public Libraries joins us to offer free device assistance clinics designed to help you learn the basics. Bring your favourite device and learn its functions – computer, iPhone, iPad etc. Appointments are hour with subject to change based on need. Space is limited. Contact us to reserve your session. When:
3rd Wednesday of the month
Duration:
10:00 – 11:00 am and 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Where:
The Great Room, Northwood Bedford Campus
Facilitator: Bedford Public Library Cost:
Free/All Welcome
Register one week in advance of session.
Phone: 902-454-3351
Email: crec@nwood.ns.ca
Web: www.nwood.ns.ca
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BEDFORD Fat, Sugar, Salt
Food for One or Two
Are you confused by the many different things you hear about fat, sugar and salt? You’re not alone! Come and learn the real science on these hot nutrition topics.
Get inspired to start cooking healthy meals for one or two at home! You will get quick, easy recipes and resources for one or two people. There will be no cooking in this program.
When:
Monday, August 19,
Duration:
1:30 – 3:30 pm
Where:
The Great Room, Northwood Bedford Campus
When:
Thursdays, July 4 & 11
Duration: 9:30 – 11:00 am Where:
Instructor: Bedford/Sackville Community Health Team Cost: Free. To register call 902-460-4560 or online at www.communityhealthteams.ca
The Great Room, Northwood Bedford Campus
Instructor: Bedford/Sackville Community Health Team Cost: Free. To register call 902-460-4560 or online at www.communityhealthteams.ca
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Phone: 902-454-3351
Email: crec@nwood.ns.ca
Web: www.nwood.ns.ca
BEDFORD Pop-Up Library Halifax Public Library joins us to offer a wide variety of library services in a ‘pop-up’ style. You can obtain a library card, renew a library card, check out a book and more. Stop by to see the selection of books, ask questions about library services or learn what classes the library offers. When:
3rd Thursday of the month
Duration: 1:00 – 3:00 pm Where: Mainstreet, Northwood Bedford Campus Cost: Free All Welcome
Phone: 902-454-3351
Email: crec@nwood.ns.ca
Web: www.nwood.ns.ca
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HALIFAX Kripalu Chair Yoga Join instructors Anna Hirtle and Brian Taylor for a weekly session of breathing exercises, gentle stretches, strengthening postures, and finally, a few moments of relaxation. This class is open to people of all fitness levels and abilities. No prior experience is required. When:
Mondays, June 3 – August 26
Community Yoga Join certified instructors for these drop in gentle chair yoga classes at various community locations. Location: Samuel Prince Manor 3792 Novalea Dr., Halifax Instructor: Brian Taylor
Duration: 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Cost:
$3.00 drop in fee
Where:
When:
Tuesdays, June 4 – June 25
Time:
1:00 pm
Shirley Burnstein Hall, Northwood Halifax Campus
Instructor: Anna Hirtle/Brian Taylor Cost:
$3 drop in fee, members only program
Basic Morning Meditation Meditation is known to help alleviate pain, improve circulation and digestion. It’s a great way to relax the mind, rejuvenate the body and bring more clarity into your life. Facilitator Robbie MacCormack, guides you in a meditation practice that can move you from just getting by in life to thriving. When:
Saturdays, 10:00 – 11:00 am
Where:
Penthouse, Northwood Halifax Campus
Duration: June 3 – August 31 Instructor: Robbie MacCormack Cost: Free Phone: 902-454-3351
Email: crec@nwood.ns.ca
Web: www.nwood.ns.ca
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HALIFAX Craving Change Discover why you eat the way you do and find out some tips to change your thinking and eating! When:
Wednesdays, August 7 – 28
Duration:
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Where:
Manor Meeting Space, Northwood Halifax Campus
To register call 902-460-4560 or online at www.communityhealthteams.ca
Instructor: Halifax Community Health Team Cost:
Free
The Pauline Potter Fitness Centre Just call (902) 493-5641 to arrange your test drive! It’s free, convenient and your body will thank you. When you like it, your monthly-no-contract membership will be $25 (tax included).
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Phone: 902-454-3351
Email: crec@nwood.ns.ca
Web: www.nwood.ns.ca
HALIFAX Mental Health 101 This session will explore the various aspects of our mental health. We will compare our mental health to a traffic light (green, yellow and red), and look at ways we can cope with the stress and uncertainty that can be associated with aging. When:
Thursday July 11
Duration: 1:00 – 2:30 pm Where:
Manor Meeting Space
Presenter: Debbie Stewart, Positive Aging Coach
Every Monday and Saturday, 7 pm Northwood Halifax Campus 10 regular games One jackpot game Six specials (optional) Loonie number
Loonie Pot accumulates until it is won (prizes have been as high as $2,500) Card sales from 6:00 to 6:50 pm
Free/All Welcome
Contact Community Recreation & Wellness for complete price and prize information.
Register one week in advance of session.
Shirley Burnstein Hall, 2615 Northwood Terrace, Halifax
Cost:
Phone: 902-454-3351
Email: crec@nwood.ns.ca
Web: www.nwood.ns.ca
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HALIFAX Narcotics Anonymous
Alcoholics Anonymous
Narcotics Anonymous is a non-profit fellowship of men and women for whom drugs have become a major problem. We are recovering addicts who meet regularly to help each other stay clean. The only requirement for membership is the desire to stop using drugs. A New Way to Live meets:
Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. The only requirement for AA membership is a desire to stop drinking. AA meeting are held monthly.
When:
Mondays, June 3 – August 26
Duration:
11:45 am – 12:45 pm
When:
3rd Wednesday of the month,
Where:
Manor Meeting Space, Northwood Halifax Campus
June 19 to August 21
Cost: Free
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Phone: 902-454-3351
Duration: 2:00-3:00 PM Where:
Manor Meeting Space
Cost:
No Charge, All Welcome
Email: crec@nwood.ns.ca
Web: www.nwood.ns.ca
HALIFAX
Cribbage
Crib Tournament
This game welcomes those of all playing abilities and partners are not required. Players are matched on a first come first served basis and although partners are never guaranteed, we try to get everyone in the game.
Enjoy our summer Crib Tournament with great company. Refreshments, cash prizes, door prizes and draws. This event is open to all crib players, beginner and experienced alike. No Partner required.
When:
Tuesdays, June 4 – August 27
Time:
1:00 pm
When:
Tuesday, June 4, 1:00 pm (Lunch served at 12:30 pm)
Where:
Shirley Burnstein Hall, Northwood Halifax Campus
Where:
Shirley Burnstein Hall, Northwood Halifax Campus
Hostess:
Dot Brown
Cost:
$2.00 drop in fee, members only program
Cost:
$10 members, $15 non members
Phone: 902-454-3351
Registration deadline is one week in advance of tournament date.
Email: crec@nwood.ns.ca
Web: www.nwood.ns.ca
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HALIFAX Armchair Travel We can help you reach your destination with Virtual Reality & 360 Video. With cutting-edge technology, you are able to view past or future travel destinations, experiences or events. Schedule your onehour session by contacting us.
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Phone: 902-454-3351
When:
Wednesday June 12
Duration:
1:00-3:00 PM
Where:
Manor Meeting Space, Northwood Halifax Campus
Cost:
Free for members, $5.00 for non-members
When:
Wednesday July 10
Duration:
1:00-3:00 PM
Where:
Manor Meeting Space, Northwood Halifax Campus
Cost:
Free for members, $5.00 for non-members
Email: crec@nwood.ns.ca
Web: www.nwood.ns.ca
HALIFAX Device Assistance Clinics: Computer, iPhone, cell phone, iPad or Tablet Halifax Public Libraries joins us to offer free device assistance clinics designed to help you learn the basics. Bring your favourite device and learn its functions – computer, iPhone, iPad etc. Appointments are hour with subject to change based on need. Space is limited. Contact us to reserve your session. When:
4th Thursday of the month
Duration:
2:00 – 3:00 pm and 3:00 – 4:00 pm
Where:
The Harbourview link (new Harbourview bar area)
Facilitator: Halifax Public Libraries Cost:
Free/All Welcome
Register one week in advance of session.
Phone: 902-454-3351
Email: crec@nwood.ns.ca
Web: www.nwood.ns.ca
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HALIFAX Main Street Markets We’re bringing shopping and vendor/ selling opportunities to you! We book a variety of local vendors with baked goods, jewelry, crafts, personal care items and more. Markets take place from Monday to Friday, pending vendor availability. Tables are $25 for members or $40 for non-members.
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Phone: 902-454-3351
When:
Monday – Friday,
June 3 – August 30
Duration:
10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Where:
Main Street, Northwood Halifax Campus
Email: crec@nwood.ns.ca
Web: www.nwood.ns.ca
HALIFAX Elderberries Are you 50 or older; lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or two-spirited and looking for a mixed social group beyond the bar scene? The Elderberries may be the group for you. No registration required. When:
2nd Sunday of each month
Time:
2:00 pm
Harbourview Lounge
Where: Penthouse, Northwood Halifax Campus
Pub Night with
Tony Quinn at Harbourview
Join us for a hilarious evening filled with live music, storytelling, and quick-witted comedy as world renowned comedian, Tony Quinn, transforms the Harbourview Lounge into a traditional Irish pub.
THURSday JULY 18 7-9 pm Entrance to the show is available THROUGH Community Recreation & Wellness
$2 MEMBERS | $5 NON-MEMBERS Please call us for additional information
902-454-3351 Phone: 902-454-3351
Email: crec@nwood.ns.ca
Enjoy a wide selection of beer, wine, and coolers or ask our talented bartenders to mix your favourite drink. Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday evenings at 7 pm
LIVE MUSIC
Every Wednesday evening Visit nwood.ns.ca/calendar or call 902-454-3351 Web: www.nwood.ns.ca
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SPECIAL EVENTS Bus Trip: A Trip Down Memory Lane Step into the 1940s on this trip to Memory Lane Heritage Village in Lake Charlotte. The village features seventeen authentically restored buildings depicting all aspects of social and economic life in rural Nova Scotia. Create new memories and reminisce, plus enjoy a fully prepared home-style lunch from traditional recipes of the era. Additional stops will be added along this scenic route for a fun-filled day. Register with payment 2 weeks prior to trip date.
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Phone: 902-454-3351
When:
July 22
Depart:
Northwood Bedford Campus, 9:00 am Northwood Halifax Campus, 9:30 am
Return:
Northwood Halifax Campus, 4:00 pm Northwood Bedford Campus, 4:30 pm
Cost:
$50 Members, $70 non-members (includes admission fees and meals)
Email: crec@nwood.ns.ca
Web: www.nwood.ns.ca
SPECIAL EVENTS St. Jean Batiste Day Event
Encores Showcase Event
Join in on an afternoon of festivities that mark Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day, Fête nationale du Québec and fête de la francophonie canadienne. Enjoy music, refreshments and the spirit of Francophone culture and its contribution to our society! All are welcome to attend.
Northwood’s own Encores have been creating some wonderful projects together this past year and want to entertain you in style. Enjoy an evening of the Encores’ best of the best which is sure to keep your feet tapping, your heart lifted and your spirits light. Contact us for ticket information.
When:
Monday, June 24
When:
Thursday, May 30
Time:
2:00 pm
Duration:
7:00 – 9:00 pm
Where:
Shirley Burnstein Hall
Location: Shirley Burnstein Hall Cost:
Phone: 902-454-3351
Email: crec@nwood.ns.ca
Contact us for ticket information
Web: www.nwood.ns.ca
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LIVE MORE Northwood is Nova Scotia’s original senior citizen advocate, dating back to 1962. As a not-for-profit organization, we re-invest our surpluses back into a caring community that helps our Northwood community live more. We are recognized both here at home and across Canada as an extraordinary example of the power of social justice. We like to call it the power of love.
Northwood is a full spectrum health, lifestyle and continuing care organization. Health, Fitness & Lifestyle Programs and Services in your community
Affordable Retirement Living Assisted Living
Home Care
Long Term Care
Fall Alert & Other Assistive Technologies Adult Day, specializing in memory loss
On Campus Health, Fitness, Lifestyle and Wellness Programs and Services
Northwood Foundation
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