Creative Retirement - 21st Annual General Meeting

On May 23rd, 2002, the Holy Trinity Church Hall at 256 Smith Street was home to the 21st Annual Meeting for Creative Retirement Manitoba.

It was really great to see so many who are dedicated to the retirement community.

Mayor Glen Murray (top) was the guest speaker and enlightened us with the downtown renewal projects and spoke of the importance of seniors and their well-being in our city.

Ingrid Wedlake, Creative Retirement's Winnipeg Program Manager, handed out Volunteer Services Awards to 37 well-deserving recipients. Congratulations to all who received the awards!

Marcel Pelletier, French Instructor, receives award presented by Ingrid Wedlake for 15 years of volunteer service.	Tai Chi Instructors: Vi Smith, Bunty Judd and Mary Fontaine received awards for 19, 18 and 15 years, respectively, of volunteer service.

Age & Opportunity Celebrates 45th Anniversary in Conjunction with Annual General meeting

Theresa Jachnycky, CEO of Age & Opportunity delivers a speech to a full house.

The Winnipeg Art Gallery was the place to be on June 13th, 2002, as "A Kaleidoscope of Talents" entertained attendees in celebration of Age & OpportunityÕs 45 Years of Service to Winnipeg.

There was a multitude of talent which demonstrated the diversity of seniors and their contributions.

The Stradbrook Choir sang songs appropriate for the occasion and line dancers from the West End Senior Centre stepped in sync with one another while Ballroom dancers, Pat & Alex, enchanted us with their elegance and poise. Then cloggers impressed us with not-so-much grace, but with fancy footwork that made you want to keep rhythm.

We were also treated with a reading of a poem called "I Love Canada" written by a student from Iraq who came to Canada and was learning to speak English in one of Age & Opportunity's programs.

All-in-all, it was a great way for Senior Scope to spend a couple of hours out of our busy schedules.

Members of the Stradbrook Choir.
Attendees enjoying the entertainment and speeches.

Boni-Vital Singalong - 2002

The Boni-Vital Council for Seniors held it's 5th Annual Singalong and Entertainment Day on Sept. 4th at the Dakota Community Centre. More in this issue of this event.

Many attendees have been here for all five years and always look forward to the next show.

		The Southglen Fiddlers, a group of men and women who play all types of music.
Jigging also was a highlight.	Sugar and Spice - Lorraine West and Marie Ens, a duo that has performed at the Boni-Vital singalong since its beginnings.
Many couldn't resist the urge to get up and dance.
	Helena Rampl, full of smiles, at the 2001 Boni-Vital singalong.

Seniors' & Elders Day at The Forks - 2002

Front: Ron O'Donovan of CKVN-FM 106.3 (now CHNR-FM 100.7) emceeing the event.

Senior Scope took time out to attend Seniors Day at The Forks on Tuesday, October 1st. Most of the activities were held indoors due to cooler temperatures outside but there was still plenty to do and see.

The Greetings included blessings by Elder Thelma Orvis, and there were appearances by both Diane McGifford, Minister responsible for Seniors, and Mayor Glen Murray.

Ron O'Donovan of CKVN-FM 106.3, (now CHNR-FM 100.7), emceed the event. Musical Entertainment consisted of the "4 of Hearts Quartet", the Seniors Philharmonica Band and Sonja Lundstrom and the Misnotes featuring Waltzing Matilda in a sing-a-long. There were Tai chi and Tae Kwon Do demonstrations, as well as line and swing dancing. A cribbage tournament took place and countless draws for prizes kept the visitors hopping.

There were displays by various senior organizations and senior-oriented businesses.

All-in-all, it was a great time and we will be sure to return next year. We hope you do too.

			Left: Jane Seal, a former Senior Scope Spotlight, leads a demonstration on Tai Kwon Do.
			Dorothy Rafferty was enjoying a copy of Senior Scope.     Left: The Seniors Philharmonica Band performs several tunes for the audience.
			Left: A dance demonstration takes place.
			Kim Le Claire of L.T. Materials Handling Ltd. displays the first-in-Manitoba portable scooter.   Left: Shirley Murray (the lady with the biggest smile) of Meals on Wheels greets guests coming to partake in the day's events.
			Left: Attendees enjoyed all of the entertainment offered.

Columbus Villa Annual Tea - 2002

Saturday, October 5th, the Columbus Villa at 680 Kildare Avenue in Transcona held their annual tea. Senior Scope was invited as a guest and was thrilled to learn of all the activities that are held on a regular basis. It's an excellent facility which houses 85 tenants and has a park atmosphere. Thank you for the invite!

Anne Unger organizes the meals at all of the functions held at Columbus Villa.		Ted Sokol, manager of Columbus Villa and Rose Slater, President invited Senior Scope to attend their annual tea and be the guest speaker.
The afternoon was enjoyed by all ages.

CPR Retirees Club meeting at Elmwood Legion on Nairn –

Canadian Pacific Railway (CRP) Pensioners on track

The CPR Pensioners club meets twice a month and Senior Scope was invited to share a little bit about our weekly publication.

The members were very welcoming and all had a great sense of humour.

It was interesting to learn that the Prairie Dog Central, a vintage train that runs from Inkster Junction to Warren, north of Winnipeg on day trips for the public, is managed and maintained in part by members of the CPR Pensioners group.

Thank you for the invite!

About 35-40 members attended the meeting for the CPR Pensioners group on October 24, 2002, at the Elmwood Legion on Nairn.

Margaret Wilson, Vice-Chair of the CPR Pensioners club.

John Thiessen, President at time meeting was held.

Golden Jubilee Commemorative Medal Recipients

Despite the cold, Senior Scope ventured out to the St. James/Assiniboia Senior Centre on January 21st, by invite, to witness Karen Pirnie, Executive Director of the Centre, receiving the Golden Jubilee Commemorative Medal. Jim Rondeau, M.L.A. of Assiniboia and Bonnie Korzeniowski, M.L.A. of St. James partnered in presenting the medal.

Karen graciously accepted the medal at the Centre opposed to the Legislative Building so that she could be with her "family"Ñmembers, staff and friends of the Centre.

"It is your honour as well as mine," says Karen, referring to her "family". She is credited to donating countless hours of service in her community over the years and for developing the Centre to what it is today - 990+ member-strong.

Jane Seal attended the ceremony at the Legislature earlier that same day to receive her Golden Jubilee medal. She, too, donated multiple hours of service over the years in her community, at the Centre, and throughout Winnipeg.

Both, Karen and Jane, received the medals for their substantial contributions in their communities. Congratulations!

L-R: Bonnie Korzeniowski, M.L.A. St. James; Karen Pirnie, Medal recipient and Executive Director of the St. James/Assiniboia Senior Centre; and Jim Rondeau, M.L.A. Assiniboia.			Jane Seal, voluntarily teaches Tae Kwon Do and leads fitness classes at the St. James Senior Centre and volunteers throughout Winnipeg.

Painting the Town "Red"
Teulon Seniors Club Valentine's Ball

On February 14, the Town of Teulon, approximately 30 minutes north of Winnipeg from the perimeter, on No. 7 Hwy., was painted red with hats, shoes, socks, hearts, flowers, and even walkers at the Teulon Seniors Club Valentine's Ball. Many danced to the music of The Goldenaires and Senior Scope was there to judge the costuming. All of the outfits were winners!

It was a social event that attracted close to 250 people. This is just one of the many activities organized by the Seniors Club which is 155-member strong. If you'd like information, call Walter at 204-886-2311, Doreen at 204-886-2324 or Irene at 204-886-2368.

			Above: Nancy Dumas (left) and Jessie Ogilvie of Erinview, Manitoba, enjoying a day of activities at the Teulon-Rockwood Centennial Centre on February 14th.
			Amy Dellebur

All Aboard!

Senior Scope was fortunate to experience a ride on the Millennium Express at the McPhillips Street Station Casino recently.

It was a truly enjoyable trip back in time as far back as the prehistoric era. Dinosaurs were close enough to lick your face. Heat from the burning Basilica in St. Boniface was almost hot enough to singe your eyebrows. Buffalo roamed the prairies. It was a great history lesson in case history wasn't your favourite subject in school. Best of all, it was local history—all Canadian. You witnessed the great General Strike of 1919 in Winnipeg, the Depression of the thirties and some breathtaking sceneries in a panoramic 3D view encircling the train.

The conductor, Wally, was a great tour guide. He kept you bursting your britches.

You can purchase tickets at McPhillips Street Station or any ticketmaster location.

Transcona Daytimers Toastmasters Club meet for a special "Shamrocks and Shenanigans" St. Patrick's Day celebration

"Sit back, relax and enjoy the meeting." This is what they tell guests. As a guest on March 18 at the Belgian Club on Provencher, Senior Scope did just that and thoroughly enjoyed listening to the speakers. Not only do you learn valuable techniques of speech-giving, but you learn from each speaker's topic as well.

For example, Catriona Younger spoke of Irish traditions and stated that the first-born in traditional Irish families take the name of both parents. Therefore if you are a male, first-born and your mother's name is Mary, guess what. Your name will include the name, "Mary".

Dallas Bagby tells Senior Scope that the goal for this club is to become chartered but 20 members are needed.

Daytimers is just what it says. Meetings are held in the daytime—Tuesdays at 2 p.m., at Smitty's on Regent. It's great for those who don't like driving at night.

If you are interested in being a guest or joining this club, call Dallas at 661-6199.

Come and develop skills that will improve your careers, or everyday life!

Regional Floor Curling Tournament playoffs for the MPI/MSOS 55 Plus Games: Selkirk hosting Petersfield

St. James Assiniboia Senior Centre presented with Reh-Fit Centre Healthy Living Award

Senior Scope congratulates the St. James Assiniboia Senior Centre for being one of three recipients in the Organization Category of the Reh-Fit Centre Healthy Living Award. This award is presented to individuals, businesses, corporations, associations, or organizations who are serving as positive role models for the benefit of health conscious adults and who are making outstanding contributions in the areas of personal health and fitness leadership.		L-R: Jim Rondeau, M.L.A. Assiniboia; Karen Pirnie, Executive Director of the St. James/Assiniboia Senior Centre; Premier Gary Doer; Bonnie Korzeniowski, M.L.A. St. James; and Merv Jones, President of the St. James Assiniboia Senior Centre. The Centre was honoured with a plaque that hangs on the wall behind Karen.