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Summer Program Guide

July—August 2017

Please consider sharing this Summer 2017 Program Guide with a friend rather

than taking one for each of you. The money saved goes directly back into our

programming. Thank you for doing your part to help SEESA direct our funds

to the programs you support.

Each copy of

this guide costs

approximately

$2 to produce.

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Summer Session Registration begins on June 5, 2017

Membership:

Available for people 55 years of age and older. Associate Membership (under 55 years of age) may

be granted.

$30 per calendar year (January - December).

SEESA members receive priority at time of class registration.

Membership to another Edmonton seniors centre allows you to register at our member rate. Non-

SEESA and Associate Members will be put on a waiting list until SEESA members have registered.

Class Registration

Summer Registration begins on June 5, 2017 at our Front Desk and will continue until the class start

date.

Registration by telephone is accepted with Visa or MasterCard and is subject to a non-refundable $2

service charge.

You are not considered registered for the class until you pay. We accept cash, cheques, debit card,

Visa or Mastercard.

Classes may be cancelled or altered if minimums are not met. Participants will be called if a class is

cancelled and fees will be fully refunded. If the Activity Liaison or instructor cancels, every attempt

will be made to notify participants with as much notice as possible. Your use of MySeniorCenter will

assist us with this task.

Drop In will be offered for the summer Programming.. You MUST pay at the Front Desk BEFORE

heading to the class. You will show your receipt to the instructor who will record the receipt number

on the attendance sheet. This will ensure that all drop in attendance is paid for and tracked.

Refunds will not be issued to any participant who withdraws from a program of their own volition.

Club Fees:

SEESA Memberships are required to participate in drop-in club activities.

Some clubs have an extra fee to help offset the cost of equipment replacement and upkeep, choir

sheet music, prizes or photocopies. This is in addition to the Drop In usage fee. Check with your

activity Liaison for details.

Liability:

SEESA is not responsible for any physical injuries that may occur during any of its programs. All participants must

sign a waiver form and provide emergency contact information. Participants must be able to independently

participate in the class unless they bring their own caregivers. Caregivers do not need to pay for the class if they

are providing assistance to a participant and not participating themselves.

NOTE: SEESA will be performing our annual floor stripping and waxing from August 20-September 1 inclusive.

Clubs may be disrupted for this purpose, especially those in the Gymnasium. We will give you as much notice as

possible if your Club is affected by any cancellations due to the floor maintenance project.

Interested in taking one of our instructional courses, but you’re not a SEESA member? If you have a

valid membership to one of the seniors centres which allow reciprocal program registration, you’re

welcome to register in our instructional courses at our member rate.

Visit www.seniorscouncil.net/rpr or inquire at our front desk to learn more.

http://www.seniorscouncil.net/rpr

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With all the activities going on at SEESA it’s hard to know what Class to take or which Club to

belong to. We know we want to be involved and that there are a variety of

programs to choose from, but sometimes we just don’t understand the

difference in the programs we have signed up for.

But what is the difference between Art Class and Art Club?

How about music lessons? Why do I have to pay for 12 weeks of classes to take fiddle

but I only have to pay a $2 drop in fee for Guitar and Music Makers?

How do I know whether I’m registering for a Class or a Club?

Do I have to register and pay the 12 week fee to play cards?

These are some of the Programming questions our Members have.

It’s really not that hard when you know the difference.

Classes require an Instructor and members need to register for each class

they take. The Instructor charges SEESA a set fee to come in and teach our

members a new skill. They are qualified in their trade and have special

skills that allow them to lead a class that results in members acquiring a

set goal. SEESA in return charges our members a set hourly fee to

cover the cost of the instructors for the class they offer. Some classes

make enough money to cover the cost of instruction and some don’t. Either

way the cost is the same to all of our registrants no matter which Class they

choose to take. Early Bird pricing refers to those who pay prior to the day the class

starts. Regular pricing applies to those who pay the day the class starts and beyond.

Clubs on the other hand are created for fun and socializing. They are run by

our Members who become the Club Activity Liaison. Members who join a

Club don’t need to formally register but instead pay $2 every time they

want to drop into a Club activity. Clubs usually run all year long rather

than having specific time frames. Clubs don’t have an instructor—they

are self run and self taught.

If you would like to have instruction in a Class

not offered, or would like to start a Club that

has not been thought of, please see the

Program Manager with your suggestions. We

are always striving to bring new and exciting

Programs to SEESA!

Walking

Billiards

Karate

Art Class Guitar Club

Group Vocals

Table Te

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Floor Curlin

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Pickle Ball

Floor Shuffl

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Music Lessons

Pilates

Yoga

Lawn Bowling

Gardening

Dancing Bocce

Clogging Computers

Drumming Tai Chi

Clubs and Classes at SEESA

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Arts —6 Home Services Page 18

Games & Sports Page 7—9 Volunteer Page 18

Physical Fitness Page 10—14 Outreach Page 19

General Interest Page 15 Guide by Day Page 20-25

Special Programming Page 16 Pre-registration Form Page 27

Community Contributors Page 17

Arts Classes The Classes listed here consist of any kind of physically or musically detailed components that

apply to artistic expression. They are instructor led and require registration. They run for a

certain block of time and a fee is charged to cover the cost of the instructor.

Learn To Chord Instructor: Kate Haginicolakis

A class designed to teach key board by using chord symbols. There will be a light theory component as well as practical application.

Thursday, Jul 20—Aug 17 (5 sessions) 11:00 am—12:30 pm Edmonton Room Class Limit: 14

Fee: Early Bird $42 Regular $52 Drop In: $20

Muppets—Create Your Own Muppet Puppet Activity Liaison: Cheryl Purpur

You will leave this one day workshop with your own Muppet Puppet! Using patterns and making

modifications you will be able to design, create, and sew your own washable puppet. Participants

are encouraged to bring items from home to help enhance your puppet creations. There will be a

limited number of sewing machines on site so if you have one that you can bring from home that

would be helpful. We encourage you to bring a child, grandchild or other adult with you.

Friday, Jul 7 9 am—2 pm Forest Heights Room Class Limit: 14 Fee: Early Bird $30 Regular $40 No Drop In Available

Small Ensemble Workshop Instructor: Kate Haginicolakis

A class for vocalists and rhythm instrumentalists (Guitar, Bass, Keyboard/Piano, Drums). The objective of the class will be to learn how to play as a small ensemble and create lead sheet arrangements that are used for this type of group. Participants must be proficient on their own instrument. There will be a light theory component to this class.

Thursday, Jul 20—Aug 17 (5 sessions) 1:00—2:30 pm Edmonton Room Class Limit: 14

Fee: Early Bird $42 Regular $52 Drop In: $20 There will be a $3 fee charge for materials

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Ukulele Group Lesson Instructor: Elaine Mann

The ukulele is a small instrument with BIG possibilities—especially when you play with friends! There will be chording, strumming and picking styles for every level.

Wednesday Jul 12—Aug 16 (6 sessions) 1:00—2:30 pm Holyrood Room Class Limit: 10 Fee: Early Bird $50 Regular $60 Drop In: $20

Ukulele Absolute Beginners Instructor: Elaine Mann

Never held a ukulele before and wonder if you'd like it? Several soprano ukuleles are available for

you to try. If you’ve never played a Ukulele before this class is for you!

Wednesday Jul 12—Aug 16 (6 sessions) 2:45 - 3:45 pm Holyrood Room Class Limit: 10


Accidental Drama Club Activity Liaison: Patricia Parker

The Accidental Drama Club performs plays and musicals to entertain people at an annual major

show in November of each year. Regular meeting times are Mondays, however additional rehearsals

may be required. Whether you have a desire to entertain on stage or to assist back stage, we would

be very pleased to welcome you to join the club.

Monday 1—2 pm Holyrood Room; then 2—4 pm Gym Fee: $2 Drop In

Art Club Activity Liaison: Don Evans

Enjoy weekly studio time with like minded artists working in a variety of media. There is no formal

instruction, but support and advice between members is welcome. Bring your own supplies.

Thursday 9:30 am—12 noon Forest Heights Room Fee: $2 Drop In

Arts Clubs The Clubs listed here consist of any kind of physically or musically

detailed components that apply to artistic expression.

Arts Classes continued...

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Guitar Club Activity Liaison: Gordon Block

Guitarists of all levels and styles are invited to join in on an afternoon of music. Newcomers welcome as the group will help you learn.

Tuesday 12:30—4 pm Bonnie Doon Room Fee: $2 Drop In

Music Makers Club Activity Liaison: Dee Turner

Following on the success of our afternoon Guitar Club, Music Makers is a chance for budding musicians and folks with plenty of experience to meet in a “structured jam” style setting meaning all instruments are welcome and songs will be learned together. The Music makers have entertained at SEESA events such as Monthly Dinners, Birthday Parties and the Lifetime Members’ Celebratory Tea.

Wednesday 12:30—4:30 pm Bonnie Doon Room Fee: $2 Drop In

Woodcarving Club Activity Liaison: Noel Constantin

An opportunity to meet with fellow woodcarvers to discuss techniques and offer support while working on your own projects.

Tuesday & Thursday 9—11:30 am Work Shop Fee: $2 Drop In $20 Yearly Shop Membership Fee

Work Shop Open Studio An opportunity for Shop members to work on their own projects while enjoying the company of others. Two people must be present for power tool use. May need to arrange for a spotter if working alone. A $20 shop membership is required. Users are responsible for cleaning up after themselves.

Tuesday & Thursday 1—4 pm Work Shop Fee: $2 Drop In

Arts Clubs continued...

We appreciate and thank you for wearing proper non-marking indoor shoes when participating in activities at the centre.

It saves our floors from scuffs and black marks. Remember our Gym floor consists of concrete, a layer of tile and then a layer of wax.

Please ensure you wear proper footwear that will grip the floor not slide on it.

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Badminton Club Activity Liaison: Stephen Siu

This Badminton Club welcomes all beginners and experienced players of SEESA. Games are played in

“doubles” format. Shuttlecocks (birdies) are provided. Our objective is to promote social badminton,

physical health, and fun for all.

Remember—our Gym floor consists of concrete, a layer of tile and then a layer of wax. Please ensure

you wear proper footwear that will grip the floor, not slide on it. It is strongly recommended, for

personal safety reasons, that all Badminton Club members purchase and wear safety glasses

designed for racquet sports. These goggles are available for purchase at United Cycle ( or any

sporting goods store) with prices starting at $24.99. Always play with safety in mind.

Note: Saturday sessions are limited to when space is available. Please ensure you use the

MySeniorCenter system to log in so we can keep you informed.

Monday 11:45—1:45 pm Wednesday 3:30—5:30 pm Friday 11:15 am—12:45 pm

Saturday 10—12 noon Fee: $2 Drop In

All Games held In the Gym No July 12

Bocce Ball Club Activity Liaison: Hans Priebe Runs May to October (as long as the weather holds)

This club meets for the summer season on the north lawn of SEESA weather permitting. Come on out

and join this fun game and enjoy the outdoors.

Thuesday & Thursday Drop in Play 1—3 pm North Lawn area Fee: $2 Drop In

Carpet Bowling Club

Activity Liaison: Louise Libich

Carpet Bowling is a scaled down version of indoor bowls. The principle aim of the game, the same as

all other bowls, is to deliver your wood closer to the jack than your opponent.

(source: englishcarpetbowls.com)

Wednesday Drop in Play 12:45—3:15 pm Gym Fee: $2 Drop In

No July 12

Chess Club Activity Liaison: Johan Van Braeden

Chess players want to beat each other - not beat each other up! We meet together to PLAY! Rather

than playing an electronic game, personally facing a "real" opponent is so much more fun! The

personal and social connection within the group provides for the best entertainment there is! New

learners are welcome, and chess "masters" are challenged. Come and visit us and check this out!

For more information please call Johan 780-462-7330.

Monday 12:30—3 pm Cafeteria Fee: $2 Drop In

Games & Sports Clubs The Clubs listed here relate to any kind of clubs that actually play games. This can include

cards, board games, and pool. Sports clubs refer to those games that relate to sports such

as, but not limited to, Cribbage, Floor Shuffleboard or Curling, Pool Room and Table Tennis.

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Contract Bridge Club Activity Liaison: Ted Elford

Bridge is a sociable card game played by sociable people. It’s fun and it’s good for the brain too. As

lessons are not provided (except through playing at the table) it is helpful to be familiar with bridge or

its antecedent game - whist. Everyone welcome.

Mondays and Thursdays 12:30—3:30 pm Bonnie Doon Room Fee: $2 Drop In

Cribbage Club Activity Liaison: Beth Harris (Tuesday) Activity Liaison: Dorothy Bennett (Friday)

Cribbage involves playing and grouping cards in combinations which gain points. The game has several distinctive features: the cribbage board used for scorekeeping, the eponymous crib or box (a separate hand counting for the dealer), two distinct scoring stages (the play and the show) and a unique scoring system including points for groups of cards that total fifteen. (source: wikipedia.org) Beginners welcome; however, basic knowledge of the value of cards and how to count is recommended.

Friday 12:45—3:30 pm Bonnie Doon Room Fee: $2 Drop In

Duplicate Bridge Club Activity Liaison: Bev & Ken Hadlington

Duplicate bridge is called duplicate because the same bridge hand (i.e. arrangement of cards) is duplicated at other tables, in order to allow a fair comparison of playing skill and reduce "luck of the cards". Newcomers welcome. Partners are encouraged, but if you do not have one please contact the Activity Liaison who may be able to pair you up with another player.

Wednesday 6:15—9:30 pm Bonnie Doon Room Fee: $2 Drop In

Floor Curling Club—Drop In Spring/Summer Session

Activity Liaison: Rita Kowalow

An excellent chance for newcomers to learn the game and practice their skills before the Floor

Curling league begins again in September.

Tuesday 6:30—9 pm Gym Fee: $2 Drop In

Floor Shuffleboard Club Activity Liaison: Iris Hrushak

A game in which players use broom-shaped paddles to push weighted pucks, sending them gliding

down a narrow and elongated court, with the purpose of having them come to rest within a marked

scoring area.

Friday 1—3:30 pm Gym Fee: $2 Drop In

Hand & Foot Canasta Club Activity Liaison: Dorothy Bennett

Due to the nature of the game it is important you arrive by 12:45 pm in order to be included. Set up is more complicated than other card games and requires extra time.

Wednesday registration & set up 12:45 pm play 1—3:30 pm Forest Heights Room Fee: $2 Drop In

Games & Sports Clubs continued...

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Playing_cards

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scoreboard

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eponymous

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Pickleball Club Acitivity Liaision: Rita Kowalow

Pickleball is a fun game that is played on a badminton court with the net lowered to 34 inches at the center. It is played with a perforated plastic baseball (similar to a whiffle ball) and wood or composite paddles. It is easy for beginners to learn, but can develop into a quick, fast-paced, competitive game for experienced players .

Remember—our Gym floor consists of concrete, a layer of tile and then a layer of wax. Please ensure you wear proper footwear that will grip the floor, not slide on it. It is strongly recommended, for personal safety reasons, that all Pickleball Club members purchase and wear safety glasses designed for racquet sports. Always play with safety in mind.

Tuesday 10:15 am—12:30 pm Thursday 1:30—4:30 pm Saturday 1—4 pm All Games Held In the Gym Fee: $2 Drop In

(Note: Saturday sessions are limited to when space is available and may be cancelled on short notice. Please ensure you use the MySeniorCenter system to log in so we can keep you informed).

Pinochle Club Activity Liaison: Viola Schulte

Pinochle is a trick-taking game typically for two to four players and played with a 48 card deck. Derived from the card game bezique, players score points by trick-taking and also by forming combinations of cards into melds. Each hand is played in three phases: bidding, melds, and tricks. (source wikipedia.org)

Wednesday 9 am—12 noon Bonnie Doon Room Fee: $2 Drop In

Pool Room Club Activity Liaison: George Orescan

New players always welcome. Check in the Pool Hall for schedules of specific game types: Pea Pool, Golf Pool, Poker Pool or 101 Pool. Attendance is recorded on a monthly list of current players posted on a bulletin board in the Pool Hall . If your name does not show up on the list you have not paid your yearly fee of $10. Please see Front Desk. Pool cue locker rental available at Front Desk.

Monday & Friday 8:30 am—4:30 pm Tuesday—Thursday 8:30 am—8:30 pm- Saturday 9—12 noon Fee: $2 Drop In; Yearly Fee: $10

Table Tennis Club Activity Liaison: Jean Szeto, Lorne Ma & Wah Tso

Come and join our Table Tennis Club and learn to play the game with other members. You can make this a nice easy round or play like the pro’s. No experience required. No Saturday sessions for the summer

Wednesday 2—5:30 pm Thursday 2:30—5:30 pm Ottewell Room Fee: $2 Drop In

Games & Sports Clubs continued...

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trick-taking_game

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bezique

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Meld_%28cards%29

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Barre Fitness (formerly called Ballet Barre) Instructor: Kate Stashko The class does not teach you Ballet dancing but rather the tall body stretching and strengthening that Ballerina’s require. If you’re looking for a fun way to stay fit, improve flexibility and strength, and enjoy some upbeat music, this class is for you! Kate will lead you through a series of exercises, some based on ballet moves, but others that are more focused on upper body and core strengthening. Barre class is great for those who want a low impact workout to maintain mobility, and improve flexibility and strength with a weight-bearing form of exercise. Wear comfortable clothing you can move in and socks or thin slippers. Layers are good!

Thursday Evening Jul 6—Aug 10 (6 sessions) 7—8 pm Ottewell Room Fee: Early Bird $33 Regular $43 Drop In: $10

Clogging—Beginner Instructor: Tracy Van Dyk

This is a class for those who like to dance. We dance in shoes with special taps on them (not

wooden shoes) that give clogging its unique sound. You will learn some basic steps and terms

associated with clogging and we dance to different types of music. Must have some experience . For

the first few classes wear comfortable shoes (shoes with rubber soles not recommended).

Wednesday Jul 5—Aug 16 (7 sessions) 10—11 am Ottewell Room

Fee: Early Bird $38.50 Regular $48.50 Drop In: $10

Clogging—Intermediate Instructor: Tracy Van Dyk

This is a class for those who have had at least 1 year experience with clogging. This class is a

continuation of the beginner class. More difficult steps and patterns will be taught. Knowledge of the

basic steps is required. Clogging shoes required.

Wednesday Jul 5—Aug 16 (7 sessions) 11:15 am—12:15 pm Ottewell Room


Clogging—Experienced

Instructor: Tracy Van Dyk

This is a class for those who have had at least 3-4 years experience with clogging. Intermediate and

advanced dances will be taught, plus a few easy ones just for fun. Clogging shoes required.

Wednesday Jul 5—Aug 16 (7 sessions) 12:30—1:30 pm Ottewell Room

Fee: Early Bird $38.50 Regular $48.50 Drop in: $10

Physical Fitness Classes Our Physical Fitness Classes include all types of physical activities that are instructor led.

There are many levels of classes offered which means there is some type of

physical activity for everyone. Come on out and get active!

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Fit For Your Life Instructor: Mariline Vincent Class limit: 25 on both days

A 1/2 hour of cardio and a 1/2 hour of strength training and stretches. If floor exercises are not

for you then this class is!

Monday Jul 10—Aug 14 (5 sessions) 10:30—11:30 am Gym No Class August 7


Wednesday Jul 5—Aug 16 (7 sessions) 11:15 am—12:15 pm Gym

Fee: Early Bird $38.50 Regular $48.50 Drop in: $10

Gentle Core Yoga Instructor: Linda Turnbull

In this class we will focus on postures that aid in supporting a healthy spine by building core

strength and flexibility to help create balance and ease in the aging body. Each class will focus on

breath and finish with deep relaxation.

Monday Jul 10—Aug 14 (5 sessions) 9:30—10:30 am Ottewell Room No Class Aug 7


Just Stretching Instructor: Gail Rogers

Treat yourself to a 'feel good' workout. This ½ hour class uses the Classical Stretch to improve

posture and balance, range of motion and stress release.

Thursday Jul 6—Aug 17 (7 sessions) 10:35 am—11:05 am Ottewell Room


Keep Fit Instructor: Gail Rogers

Keep fit is all about Energy + Vitality + Functional Fitness! This class focuses on a variety of

activities including cardiovascular fitness, full body strengthening and stretching. Perfect for the

older adult who wants a challenge.

Thursday Jul 6—Aug 17 (7 sessions) 9:30—10:30 am Gym


Line Dance Beginner Instructor: Tracy Van Dyk

Line dancing is a form of low impact dancing for all ages. Not only is it fun but it is great exercise

too. If you love to dance and like country music (we dance to other music too), you will love line

dancing. No experience necessary and proper footwear (shoes with leather or suede soles

recommended; running shoes not recommended).

Tuesday Jul 4—Aug 15 (7 sessions) 1:00—2:00 pm Gym


Physical Fitness Classes continued...

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Line Dance Experienced Instructor: Tracy Van Dyk

This will be a fun class for those who have some experience with line dancing or who have taken the

previous class last year. We will review dances already learned and new dances will be taught. Some

of the dance steps will be more challenging than the beginner class. Proper footwear (shoes with

leather soles recommended; running shoes not recommended).



Nordic Pole Walking (formerly Urban Pole Walking) Instructor: Crystal Vanier

Summer is a great time to practice Nordic Walking. The instruction will teach you the proper technique for balance, gait, posture and strength so that you can enhance your walk and feel confident on any terrain. Plus, enjoy Vitamin "N"ature. This is an activity for any fitness level. Dogs are also welcome too as long as they are on a hands-free leash and well trained. And take note, once you walk with poles, you'll always want to.

Wednesday Jul 5—Aug 30 (9 sessions) 9:30—10:30 am Outdoors in the Neighborhood Fee: Early Bird $49.50 Regular $59.50 Drop In: $10 Rental of Poles: $45 for all 9 classes

Qigong Instructor: Carolynne Melnyk Class Limit 12

Would you be interested in more energy, improved sleep, reduced stress, relief from aches

and pains, clearer thinking, and increased strength and vitality? If so, come and join this

simple yet effective Qigong (pronounced cheegong) class. Qigong is an ancient moving

meditation practice designed to help gain energy and feel good by using your breath along

with slow, simple, gentle movements. With Qigong, you can learn to balance your body so that

your energy flows smoothly and effortlessly allowing you to get more out of life!

Tuesday Jul 4—Aug 15 (7 sessions) 9—10 am Ottewell Room Fee: Early Bird $38.50 Regular $48.50 Drop In: $10

Restorative Yoga for Beginners Instructor: Maxine Cowan Class Limit 12

Awareness of the movements we make is crucial for a healthy, responsive nervous system and Yoga is one of the primary practices for developing awareness and mindfulness. Bring a yoga mat and a warm blanket.

Tuesday Jul 4—Aug 15 (7 sessions) 2:45—3:45 pm Ottewell Room Fee: Early Bird $38.50 Regular $48.50 Drop In: $10

Physical Fitness Classes

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Soft Pilates Instructor: Linda Turnbull (Tues & Thurs Day)

Perfect for those who are new to Pilates or who are looking for a gentle fitness routine. Pilates is a form of core conditioning that combines strength-building movements with a focus on full and proper breath work.

Tuesday Jul 4—Aug 15 (7 classes) 4—5 pm Ottewell Room Fee: Early Bird $38.50 Regular $48.50 Drop In: $10

Thursday Daytime Jul 6—Aug 17 (7 classes) 11:15—12:15 pm Ottewell Room Fee: Early Bird $38.50 Regular $48.50 Drop In: $10

Instructor: Kate Stashko (Thurs Eve)

Thursday Evening Jul 6—Aug 10 (6 classes) 6—7 pm Ottewell Room Fee: Early Bird $33 Regular $43 Drop In: $10

Strong Body, Fun Life! Instructor: Dave Heatley

Are you 70 but feel like 50? Would you like a little more punch in your workout? This class is for you! Workouts will consist of a combination of cardio, strength, balance and flexibility exercises. We will be on our feet, backs and butts while using a variety of equipment eg: weights, bands, stability balls, bender balls, etc. Hold on to what you have and gain much more.

Tuesday Jul 4—Aug 15 (7 classes) 9—10 am Gym Class Limit: 30 Fee: Early Bird $38.50 Regular $48.50 Drop In: $10

Friday Jul 7—Aug 18 (6 classes) 8:45—9:45 am Gym Class Limit: 18 Fee: Early Bird $33 Regular $43 Drop In: $10

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Yoga For Men Instructor: Ken Strachan This class will allow the participant to increase flexibility and strength. The breathing and relaxa-tion helps to relieve stress and makes one feel energized.

Monday Jul 10—Aug 14 (5 sessions) 10:45—11:45 am Ottewell Room No August 7 Fee: Early Bird $27.50 Regular $37.50 Drop In: $10

Wednesday Jul 5—Aug 16 (7 sessions) 5:45—6:45 pm Ottewell Room Fee: Early Bird $38.50 Regular $48.50 Drop In: $10

Friday Jul 7—Aug 18 (7 sessions) 1—2 pm Ottewell Room Fee: Early Bird $38.50 Regular $48.50 Drop In: $10


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Yoga with Maxine Instructor: Maxine Cowan

Awareness of the movements we make is crucial for a healthy, responsive nervous system and Yoga

is one of the primary practices for developing awareness and mindfulness. It’s recommended you

bring a Yoga mat and a warm blanket for relaxation at the end of the class for those times that we do

a Restorative class. Body temperature plummets when we’re cool.

Tuesday Jul 4—Aug 15 (7 sessions) 1—2:30 pm Ottewell Room Class Limit 12 Fee: Early Bird $58 Regular $68 Drop In: $10

Zumba Gold® Instructors: Melanie Kidder (Mon) / Elaun Cable Lind (Tues) / Sherry Matter (Thurs)

Get groovin' at your own pace! Perfect for: Active older adults who are looking for a modified Zumba®

class that recreates the original moves you love but at a lower-intensity. The easy-to-follow program

that lets you move to the beat at your own speed and focuses on balance, range of motion, cardio-

vascular, muscular conditioning, flexibility and coordination. It's an invigorating, community-oriented

dance-fitness class that feels fresh, and most of all, exhilarating! Zumba Gold® classes provide

modified, low-impact moves for the active older adult or young at heart.

Monday Jul 10—Aug 14 (5 sessions) 9—10 am Gym No Class August 7




Thursday Jul 6—Aug 17 (7 sessions) 11:45 am—12:45 pm Gym Fee: Early Bird $38.50 Regular $48.50 Drop In: $10

Zumba Gold® Toning Instructor: Sherry Matter

Perfect for: active older adults, who want to focus on muscle conditioning and light weight activity.

How it works: This class blends the Zumba® party you love at a slower pace with a redefining total

body workout using Zumba® Toning Sticks to shake up those muscles! Benefits: Low to moderate

intensity strength training exercises are essential to prevent a dramatic reduction in muscle mass,

muscle strength, atrophy and sarcopenia (loss of skeletal muscle mass). Walk in ready to have a

blast and tone up, leave exhilarated and empowered!

Thursday Jul 6—Aug 17 (7 sessions) 10:45—11:30 am Gym Fee: Early Bird $38.50 Regular $48.50 Drop In: $10


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Monday Movie Matinee Activity Liaison: Elaun Cable Lind

Once a month we will take advantage of Senior’s Day at Landmark Cinemas in City Centre and catch a film. Unfortunately, the movie listings are not released until the Thursday before so we have been choosing the film once we get to the cinema. We take the bus downtown and back to SEESA after the film. We meet in the SEESA Front Entrance and leave for the bus at 1:45 pm.

Last Monday of the month—depart at 1:45 pm Fee: $2 plus your cost of admission, bus fare, and concession snacks (if you wish to purchase)

SEESA Library The John Sandercock Library is a borrowing library where members may borrow books or puzzles to

take home and return them when finished. They ask that all returned materials be placed on the

desk for refiling.

The Library is open the same hours as the centre for members who wish to enjoy some quiet time. It

is sometimes booked for Outreach services Monday afternoons, Thursdays and Fridays from 11 to

noon and the occasional meeting (Book Club the first Wednesday evening of the month). Please

watch for a sign on the door if a meeting is in progress.

Toastmasters Club Activity Liaison: June Miller

Unleash your potential with Toastmasters! Gain confidence and be prepared for your next opportunities to speak or make a presentation. Come for a visit! Have fun while you learn! Check us out at http://2511.toastmastersclubs.org/

Tuesdays: Dates to be announced Fee: $2 Drop In Toastmasters International membership fees

General Interest Consists of activities and opportunities that are informational,

good for your body , good for your mind and to just relax and enjoy life.

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Badminton Fun Day Tournament Activity Liaison: Stephen Siu

SEESA’s Badminton Club will once again host our annual Badminton Fun Day Tournament. This

tournament is open to all SEESA members, as well as any members of other centres. Come out and

join our Club members to learn the game of badminton, meet some new people and get in some

great exercise! Even if you have never played Badminton before now is the time to try out this fun,

energetic activity.

Friday Aug 11

9:00 am—11:00 am—SEESA Gymnasium

11:00 am—11:45 am—Tear down of Gymnasium

11:45 am—1:00 pm—Lunch in the Cafeteria

Fee: Prior to day of Registration—$3 per person Day of Registration—$5 per person

Lunch: One entre ($7), 2 soups and various sandwiches ($3 each) available for purchase

Canada 150 Celebration—Friday, June 23, 2017 Come join us for a whole day of programming to celebrate Canada’s 150 Anniversary! Check our

bulletin boards or at the Front Desk for information regarding what is taking place at SEESA at this

all day celebration.

Jam Sessions Event Coordinator: Gordon Block

Bring an instrument or just come to listen. Refreshments included in admission.

1st & 3rd Friday 7 - 10 pm Gym Fee:$3

Let’s Go Out Event Coordinator (Acting): Elaun Cable Lind Fee: varies depending on the trip

Join us once a month on special day trip outings. This club is designed to allow you to enjoy the

camaraderie of your fellow SEESA members while giving you a chance to explore sights, restaurants

and activities right in our own beautiful city and province. Please refer to the poster on the Travel

Bulletin Board or watch the monthly newsletter for details about our next activity.

Line Dance Party & Social Presented by SEESA—Line Dance Caller: Tracy Van Dyk (SEESA Instructor)

Come and join other SEESA members for an afternoon of learning some line dance steps and so-

cializing. Our instructor will lead you through a series of different line dances and help you deter-

mine which dance works with different songs. Bring a pot luck item to share. Everyone Welcome no

experience necessary. Please pre-register at the Front Desk.

Sunday July 16 2—4 pm Gym Fee: $4

Special Programming SEESA offers space for special events and programs to our members. We have many different

events that take place beyond our regular Classes and Clubs. Check this area out for tourna-

ments, special outings, drama productions and other special events that SEESA is involved in.

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Community Contributors While socializing, volunteer crafters meet to make goods for SEESA to sell:

Card Making for SEESA Activity Liaison: Shirley Manchak

Dedicated volunteers create beautiful cards and recycle old cards into new to be sold as an

ongoing fundraiser for our centre. SEESA provides all the supplies. As there is no formal

instruction a creative flair is helpful. There is no cost but all the cards made are donated to

SEESA (you can buy them for $2.00 - $3.00). See you there.

Wednesday 9—11:30 am Forest Heights Room Fee: none Space Limit: 8

Quilting & Crafting for SEESA Activity Liaison: Marjorie McLean

Quilters—Make quilts and contribute to centre raffles.

Crafters—WOW! Our crafts are of the highest quality and the sales prove it. Knitters, and other

folks working on portable projects, are welcome to join in on the camaraderie.

Monday 1—3:30 pm Forest Heights Room Fee: none

SEESA is available for rentals by

SEESA Members for their own

purposes. Where will you have

your next birthday party or

anniversary? How about

Celebration of Life?

Our Cafeteria seats 120 and our

gymnasium seats 200 at tables

or 300 theatre style.

Inquiries to Mary Anne Jaedicke

at the front office

SEESA

My Charity of Choice

Could it be Yours?

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Facilitator: Jenny Faryna Home Services has a diverse group of pre-screened contractors waiting to help you out!

We can also help you access the Seniors Benefit program if your income is below $25,100 (single) or $40,800 (couple) per year, based on line 150 of your tax return. If you qualify, the Seniors Benefit will provide you with $100 per month to assist with housekeeping and yard maintenance.

If you or anyone you know could you use help around the house or need a service provider and you’re not sure where to go, then come and see Jenny or give her a call. She can refer you to screened, reliable service providers that charge a fair price for their work. Services include: snow shoveling home maintenance such as painting, roofing, odd jobs yard maintenance such as grass cutting and tree care or removal housekeeping including laundry, cleaning and meal preparation help downsizing and/or moving and many more…

Also, if you have hired someone who has provided excellent service, please give Jenny their name and number so she can interview them for our registry.

Home Services

Volunteer Volunteers are very important to SEESA! Staff keep things going from day to day, but we rely on volunteers to ensure our organization’s feasibility. Most of the opportunities listed below require a minimal amount of time and can be tailored to fit your lifestyle. If you have any spare time please have a look and consider where you might want to help out.

Birthday Party Melody Singers Activity Liaison

Board of Directors Newsletter Archives/Historian

Building Maintenance Committee Outreach Assistant Rummage Sale

Card Making Phoning Committee Kitchen Help

Casino Plant and Garden Care Instructor - workshops

Drama Activities Publicity & Promotion Set Up/Tear Down

Entertainer/Performer Quilting Kitchen Cashier

Front Desk Reception Bartender Greeters

Clerical/Admin Support Ticket Seller Computer Mentor

Fundraising Committee Special Event Committee Library Committee

Meals On Wheels Decorating Committee

For more details about these jobs, or any others that may not be

listed here, please see Mary Anne to explore the possibilities.

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Outreach The Outreach Program respects the clients’ and members’ right to confidentiality of information shared in a professional context. We work diligently to increase awareness as well as provide up-to-date information in areas of physical and mental health, housing and maintenance, finances, transportation options, rights and safety, learning, volunteering, and social interaction. If you have concerns in any of these areas for yourself, a friend or neighbor, please feel free to contact us. SEESA services area is south of the river, north of Argyll and east of Mill Creek Ravine.

CARE Circle Facilitator: Leslie Amundson

Care Circle is a support group for people who have experienced a loss. This loss may be of a spouse,

friend, parent, child, pet, etc. There is no membership, registration or fee to attend this group. The tenets of the group are:

C – Confidentiality—everything said in the group is kept confidential

A – Active Listening—group members listen to each other

R – Respect—respect for each person’s process is provided

E – Explore—explore feelings, ask questions, try new ideas)

Mondays 1—-2:30 pm (excluding statutory holidays) in the Library.

Friendly Visitor A trained volunteer provides friendship and conversation with isolated seniors. Sharing life

experiences, family history, current events or other topics of interest helps people feel connected

and valued. Training sessions are offered as needed.

Please contact Leslie Amundson, Outreach Coordinator, if you are interested in volunteering, or if

you know someone who needs a Friendly Visitor.

Ins, Outs & Allies Note that this group is on hold. If you are interested in attending, please contact Leslie

Amundson, Outreach Coordinator, for information on when the group will resume.

Social Circle Facilitator: Leslie Amundson. A social group for discussing current events, learning about topics of interest, participating in brain games and other social interactions for seniors. Experts occasionally provide presentations on topics of interest to the group. We meet in the Library for one hour of discussion, and then move to the Cafeteria for a lunch and more socializing at our reserved table! Membership and registration are not required. There is no fee to attend.

Thursday 11 am—1 pm, Library followed by lunch and visiting in the cafeteria.

INS, OUTS & ALLIES

GAMES NIGHT at SEESA! Join us for our monthly games night. This is open to people of all ages! Pinochle, chess, crib,

Uno and other games will be available. Beverages and snacks provided.

Third Wednesday of the month from 7:00pm to 9:00pm in the Cafeteria

Register at the Front Desk by the 3rd Monday of the Month.

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MONDAY

NO CLASSES AUGUST 7

The Clubs listed on these pages run throughout the Summer

Zumba Gold Jul 10—Aug 14

9—10 am Gym Page 14

Gentle Core Yoga Jul 10—Aug 14

9:30—10:30 am Ottewell Rm Page 11

Fit For Your Life Jul 10—Aug 14

10:30—11:30 am Gym Page 11

Yoga For Men Jul 10—Aug 14

10:45—11:45 am Ottewell Rm Page 13

Badminton Club 11:45 am —1:45 pm Gym Page 7

Chess Club 12:30—3 pm Cafeteria Page 7

Contract Bridge Club 12:30—3:30 pm Bonnie Doon Rm Page 8

CARE Circle (1st & 3rd) 1—3 pm Library Page 19

Quilting & Crafting Club 1—3:30 pm Forest Heights Rm Page 17

Accidental Drama Club 1—2 pm Meeting

2—4 pm Rehearsal Holyrood Rm

Gym Page 5

Movie Matinee (last of month) 1:45 pm East Door Page 15

See What’s Happening at SEESA this Summer!

Summer Classes will be held from

July 4 to August 18 (misprint in the Newsletter on the dates available)

Register at the front desk for all

classes beginning June 5

for our summer programming!

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TUESDAY


Strong Body, Fun Life!

Jul 4—Aug 15 9—10 am Gym Page 13

Qigong

Jul 4—Aug 15 9-10 am Ottewell Page 12

Woodcarving Club 9—11:30 am Work Shop Page 6

Health Checks (last of month) 9 am—12 Noon Personal Care Rm Page 15

Pickle Ball Club 10:15 am—12:30 pm Gym Page 9

Guitar Club 12:30—4 pm Bonnie Doon Rm Page 6

Line Dance Beginner

Jul 4—Aug 15 1:00—2:00 pm Gym Page 11

Yoga With Maxine

Jul 4—Aug 15 1:00—2:30 pm Ottewell Rm Page 14

Bocce Ball Club

May—October 1:00—3:00 pm North Lawn Page 7

Work Shop Open Studio 1—4 pm Work Shop Page 6

Line Dance Experienced


Restorative Yoga for Beginners

Jul 4—Aug 15 2:45—3:45 pm Ottewell Room Page 12

Soft Pilates

Jul 4—Aug 15 4—5 pm Ottewell Room Page 13

Zumba Gold


Floor Curling Drop In 6:30—9 pm Gym Page 8

Toastmasters Club 7—9 pm Edmonton Room Page 15

Our Fall Program Registration day will be held in conjunction with our

Open House on Thursday, September 7, 2017

Our goal is to have On Line Registration in place for fall so watch for

upcoming news on how to take advantage of this option.

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WEDNESDAY


Card Making for SEESA 9—11:30 am Forest Heights Rm Page 17

Pinochle Club 9 am—12 noon Bonnie Doon Rm Page 9

Nordic Pole Walking

Jul 5—Aug 30 9:30—10:30 am Outside Page 12

Clogging Beginners

Jul 5—Aug 16 10:00—11:00 am Ottewell Rm Page 10

Clogging Intermediate

Jul 5—Aug 16 11:15 am—12:15 pm Ottewell Rm Page 10

Fit For Your Life

Jul 5—Aug 16 11:15 am—12:15 pm Gym Page 11

Clogging Experienced


Music Makers Club 12:30—4:30 pm Bonnie Doon Rm Page 6

Carpet Bowling Club Drop in 12:45—3:15 pm Gym Page 7

Hand & Foot Canasta Club 12:45—3:30 pm Forest Heights Rm Page 8

Ukulele Group Lesson

Jul 12—Aug 16 1:00—2:30 pm Holyrood Page 5

Table Tennis Club 2—5:30 pm Ottewell Rm Page 9

Ukulele Absolute Beginners Lesson

Jul 12—Aug 16 2:45—3:45 pm Holyrood Page 5

Badminton Club 3:30—5:30 pm Gym Page 7

Yoga For Men


Duplicate Bridge Club 6:15—9:30 pm Bonnie Doon Rm Page 8

AUGUST CLOSURES

The GYM and the DINING ROOM/KITCHEN, as well as other rooms as needed,

will be closed for floor maintenance and cleaning from

August 20—September 1

Clubs can continue on an “as available” basis. We will keep you as informed as possible.

The office will remain open during this time from 8:30—4:30 daily with the exception

of August 31 where our front desk will remain open until 7:00 pm

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THURSDAY


Woodcarving Club 9:00—11:30 am Work Shop Page 6

Keep Fit

Jul 6—Aug 17 9:30—10:30 am Gym Page 11

Art Club 9:30 am—12 noon Forest Heights Rm Page 5

Just Stretching

Jul 6—Aug 17 10:35—11:05 am Ottewell Rm Page 11

Zumba Gold Toning


Learn to Cord

Jul 20—Aug 17 11:00 am—12:30 pm Edmonton Page 4

Social Circle 11:00 am—1:00 pm Library Page 19

Soft Pilates

Jul 6—Aug 17 11:15 am—12:15 pm Ottewell Rm Page 13

Zumba Gold

Jul 6—Aug 17 11:45 am—12:45 pm Gym Page 14

Contract Bridge Club 12:30—3 :30 pm Bonnie Doon Rm Page 8

Small Ensemble Workshop

Jul 20—Aug 17 1:00—2:30 pm Holyrood Rm Page 4

Bocce Ball Club

May—October 1:00—3:00 pm North Lawn Page 7

Work Shop Open Studio 1:00—4:00 pm Work Shop Page 6

Pickleball Club 1:30—4:30 pm Gym Page 9

Table Tennis Club 2:30—5:30 pm Ottewell Rm Page 9

Soft Pilates Evening


Barre Fitness (formerly Ballet Barre)

Jul 6—Aug 10 7:00—8:00 pm Bonnie Doon Rm Page 10

Win a handmade bench of your very own plus a $20 gift certificate

for paint to customize it how your heart desires.

Tickets $2 each at the Front Desk

Draw date: June 23, 2017

Licence # 464284 1000 tickets printed

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FRIDAY The Clubs listed on these pages run throughout the Summer

Strong Body, Fun Life


Badminton Club

11:15 am—12:45 pm Gym Page 7

Cribbage Club

12:45—3:30 pm Bonnie Doon Rm Page 8

Yoga For Men

Jul 7—Aug 18 1—2 pm Ottewell Rm Page 13

Floor Shuffleboard Club

1—3:30 pm Gym Page 8

Jam Sessions (1st & 3rd) 7—10 pm Gym Page 16

Monthly Dance (last) 6:30—10 pm Gym Page 25

One Day Workshop

Muppet Puppets—Create Your

Own Muppet Puppets

July 7

9:00 am—2:00 pm Forest Heights Page 4

Antique Car Show and Square

Dance Demonstration

July 12

1:00—4:00 pm Gym / Cafeteria N/A

Badminton Fun Day Tournament

Aug 11 9:00 am—1:00 pm Gym / Cafeteria Page 16

Special Programming

CANADA 150 CELEBRATION

Friday, June 23, 2017 Breakfast 9-11 am Afternoon Tea 2-4 pm

Wine Cheese & Beer 7-9 pm

All Day Special $20.00 for all 3 events plus 15% Beavertails Food Truck

Tickets for individual events are priced as follows:

Breakfast $7.00 Afternoon $5.00 Evening $10.00

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SATURDAY The Clubs listed on these pages run throughout the Summer

Badminton Club (When Available)

10 am—12 noon Gym Page 7

PickleBall Club (When Available)

1:30—3:30 pm Gym Page 9

Regular Dance: Doors @ 6:30pm Dance 7-10 pm

NO ADVANCE SALES—AT DOOR ONLY

Admission $10 includes Refreshments & Cash Bar

Max 140

Friday July 14 The Melody Makers

Friday Aug 11 The Diamonds

Saturday Sept 16 Advance Tickets

$35/person

Dinner & Dance with The Melody Makers

Friday Oct 13 Eddie Chywl

Friday Nov 24 Andreas & Mike

Sunday, Dec 31 Advance Tickets

$60/person

New Year’s Eve Dinner Dance with

The Melody Makers

Last Thursday of the Month 5:30—8:00 pm

June 29

Steak Kabobs

Entertainment: comedy by

Shawn Gramiak

No dinner in July

August 31

Oven Fried Chicken

Entertainment provided by Ron Wunder

Tickets $15/person on sale the 1st

business day of the month. Deadline for

tickets the Tuesday before the monthly

dinner at noon. No exceptions.

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9350 82 Street NW Edmonton AB T6C 2X8

Ph 780.468.1985 www.seesa.ca

©SEESA May 30, 2017

Mission Statement: To provide programs and services that

will help seniors maintain and enhance their quality of life.

Driving Directions :

From 79th Street turn west on to 94th

Avenue (you will see a big green building

Holyrood Elementary School on the corner)

Follow 94th along the playground. 94th Ave

bends and turns into 82nd Street. We are

the blue and white building on the bend.

The #307 and #322 buses stop directly

outside our building Buslink # 2613 or

across the street going East Buslink #

22187

Summer Hours:

Monday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Tuesday - Thursday 8:30 am - 8:30 pm

Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Saturday - Closed until after Labor Day

*Closed Holiday Weekends

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Class Registration Form

Name: ____________________________ SEESA #: ________ Phone #: __________________

Can we share your Phone # with your instructor? (check one) Yes No

CLASS NAME DAY of CLASS

TIME of CLASS AMOUNT

PLACEMENT #

TOTAL

Please note:

Please print clearly and include all information asked for

You are not considered registered for the class until you pay. We accept cash, cheques, debit card,

Visa or Mastercard

SEESA reserves the right to adjust class cost due to errors or cancellations

Pre-registration Payment: enclose Cheque or enter Credit Card information below. Credit Card

information will be removed and destroyed when processed.

Credit Card Number

Expiry Date 3 digit code on back

Name on Card

No refunds once the class has be-

For office use only Issued by

CASH / CHEQUE Receipt #

DEBIT/CREDIT CARD

INV #

Classes Refunded

Refund Issued By: Date

(circle one)

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9350 82 Street NW Edmonton AB T6C 2X8

Ph 780.468.1985 www.seesa.ca

©SEESA May 30, 2017

Mission Statement: To provide programs and services that

will help seniors maintain and enhance their quality of life.

Driving Directions :

From 79th Street turn west on to 94th

Avenue (you will see a big green building

Holyrood Elementary School on the corner)

Follow 94th along the playground. 94th Ave

bends and turns into 82nd Street. We are

the blue and white building on the bend.

The #307 and #322 buses stop directly

outside our building Buslink # 2613 or

across the street going East Buslink #

22187

Summer Hours:

Monday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Tuesday - Thursday 8:30 am - 8:30 pm

Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Saturday Closed until after Labor Day

*Closed Holiday Weekends

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