Wednesday Walkers 2023
A free walking club for all interested adults. This group meets every Wednesday at 10am from early May through to Mid-October for a one-hour long walk. Participants register on site at their first walk. Walk routes and meeting/parking sites are listed below. For information contact Kathryn.Baird@Fredericton.ca
Schedule
Friday Morning Drop-In Bridge
Sept 15-Dec 15
Join us at the Fredericton Senior Center, 112 Johnston Ave for weekly Friday morning drop-in Bridge from 9:15am – 11:45am beginning on September 15.
It is a fun and casual group; partners are not required. Bridge players of all levels are welcome. Cost will be $10 for the season.
For more information contact 506-260-0605
Intro to Line Drawing
Sept 18- Oct 30
Registration opens on Sept 5
Participants will become familiar with materials used for completing various works. They will use pencils, and other materials helpful in achieving realistic levels or shading and precise drawing techniques. Those who have taken the course before can attend again and will have the opportunity to practice with this group.
Mondays 1:30-3:00 pm at the Fredericton Seniors Center, 112 Johnston Ave.
- All supplies provided.
- All skill levels are welcome
- All adults welcome
For more information or to register please call 506-260-0605.
An Introduction to Meditation
Saturday, Sept 30th 1-4pm or Saturday November 4th 1-4pm
Registration opens on Sept 14
At the Fredericton Seniors Center, 112 Johnston Ave.
Join instructor Linda Morehouse as she leads the group through the basics of meditation and explains the importance of calming ones nervous system. She will introduce various seated practices and techniques.
During the break we will enjoy conversation and tea. Come and learn how to relax. All adults welcome.
For more information or to register please call 506-260-0605.
Monday Drop-In Meditation Hour
Price $5 drop-in fee
Mondays 2-3pm starting October 2
At the Fredericton Seniors Center, 112 Johnston Ave.
Join instructor Linda Morehouse as she leads the group through a seated meditation exercise. Various types of meditations will be offered weekly. Feel peace and relax as you begin to unwind. All adults welcome.
For more information contact 506-260-0605
Ann’s Knitting Circle
Oct 3- Nov 21
Registration opens Sept 11
Tuesdays from 1:30-3:00pm starting Oct 3 at the Fredericton Seniors Center, 112 Johnston Ave.
Knitters of all levels are welcome to join Ann’s Knitting Circle. Beginner to experienced knitters our instructor Ann Belanger Chedore has the expertise to assist you all! Come join our friendly group and knit with us! Supplies can be provided for beginners. Please bring extra supplies if you have them. All adults welcome.
For more information or to register please call 506-260-0605.
OIL PAINTING with Ron Léger
Oct 5 – Nov 23
Registration opens on Sept 18
Classes are Thursday mornings from 9:30-11am at the Fredericton Seniors Center, 112 Johnston Ave.
Ron has over 30 years of teaching experience in visual art. Join him for valuable lessons on the fundamentals of oil painting. Value, form, chroma/intensity and simplification are some of the many of the topics that will be covered. If you are a beginner or intermediate level painter, you will benefit from the class. The course will feature demonstrations and hands on painting experience with one-on-one assistance and critiques.
Please bring your own supplies, if you have extras you are prepared to share, please bring them. Some supplies will be available for beginners. A list of necessary supplies will be provided upon registration. All adults welcome.
For more information or to register please call 506-260-0605.
Carpet Bowling
Oct 6- Dec 15
Free Drop in Carpet Bowling at the Fredericton Senior Center, 112 Johnston Ave, begins for the fall on Friday, October 6. New bowlers welcome, instruction is available. All adults are welcome. All equipment supplied.
Every Friday afternoon from 1-3pm until Dec 15. Please bring flat soled indoor shoes.
For more information, please call 506-260-0605.
Writing Well 2: A Creative Writing Course
Oct 3- Nov 21
Registration opens on Sept 11
Tuesdays from 9:30-11:30am starting Oct 3 at the Fredericton Seniors Center, 112 Johnston Ave.
Fredericton Recreation & Culture presents:
Instructor: Heather Browne, MFA in Creative Writing, leads an eight week in- house writing program.
Heather’s writing prompts, timed writing sessions, and mini lectures are designed to open new writing experiences for participants and inspire work that they engage in outside of class.
Learn how to make the page your friend and discover more about writing (and living) well. The Writing Well 2 series emphasises traditional forms over the more organic ones of the first. Writing Well 1 is not a requirement.
Explore your creative side while writing with others around a “table for writers”. All interested adults are welcome.
For more information or to register please call 506-260-0605.
Wednesday afternoon board games (and cards)
Wednesday afternoons from 1-4pm, September 20 to December 6 at the Fredericton Senior Center, 112 Johnston Ave.
Friendships begin with cribbage, dominos, backgammon, checkers, chess, puzzles, colouring, cards, and more. All adults are welcome to drop-in for this free weekly event.
Looking for a social opportunity? Come, have fun! Join us and sit down with a favourite, learn a new game or relax and chat in our little café.
No experience necessary. There is something for everyone. Teachers are available, new games will be introduced most weeks.
For more information contact 506-260-0605.
