All posts by Constance Brissenden
Deep Freeze Festival brings culture and wonder
Enjoy traditions, art, and storytelling during the heart of winter
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New event focuses on the FUN of failure Lessons learned from failure are important for future success
All eyes on Spruce Ave’s infill design Design competition will feature medium-density housing
Tango is a hot dance for a cold night Dance classes helped this writer go from terrified to comfortable
Borden pool finally open to the public Natural swimming pool is a summer oasis
Spark! Youth Camp ignites fun for kids Two-week day camp is a great experience for participants
The importance of being an active bystander Tools to use when witnessing harassment or violence
Collective kitchens make food affordable Community members socialize and prepare food together
Our community loves to cook together.
The newly renovated kitchen at Alberta Avenue Community Centre is already host to the Mennonite Centre’s Global Cooking program on Tuesdays, where new immigrants cook dishes from different cultures together, then sit down, socialize, and share a meal. Others in the neighbourhood are also taking advantage of the new kitchen. Continue reading Collective kitchens make food affordable Community members socialize and prepare food together
Senior centres encourage levels of well-being Central Lions Seniors Association has plenty of options
“What am I doing here with all these seniors?”
The thought flashed through my mind the first time I walked into the Central Lions Seniors Association (CLSA). I admit it: I was still in denial that I, too, was a senior.
That was five years ago. Today, like many people over 55, I embrace all things senior at CLSA. If I want it, I can have it: fitness, workshops, courses, crafts, clubs, and special events.
I am also making new acquaintances, having new conversations, receiving new smiles. Continue reading Senior centres encourage levels of well-being Central Lions Seniors Association has plenty of options