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Bow Cliff 50+ Center
3375 Spruce Drive SW

COMMUNICATOR

December
May your days be Merry and Bright

Thank you to all of our members and new members who have joined us! We look forward to gathering in community, enjoying activities that connect and build friendships with opportunities to stimulate both mind and body.

BOW CLIFF 50+

3375 Spruce Drive SW Calgary, AB T3C 3A3
T: (403) 246-0390
F: (587)352-6894
E: info@bowcliffseniors.org
Www.bowcliffseniors.org

The Communicator is published monthly.
BCS STAFF:
BCS

BCS Staff
John Yannitsos	Executive Director
Angela Aviles	Program Director and Outreach Coordinator
Liz Gahan	Admin Assistant
Despina Yannitsos	Admin Assistant

Helping older adults live with dignity, respect and encouraging involvement in the community.

2022 BOARD OF DIRECTORS

President	Patricia White
Vice President	Stephanie Krueger
Treasurer	Margaret Froats
Secretary	Linda Doornbos
Director	Winona Haliburton
Director	Dave Marchant
Director	Gail Martin
Director	PJ Shipley
Director	Eileen Sutcliffe
Director	Robert Walker
Director	Brenda Wong

Bow Cliff 50+ Center is located in the community of Spruce Cliff. We would like to take this opportunity to acknowledge the land on which we gather: In the spirit of respect, reciprocity and truth, we honour and acknowledge Moh’kinsstis, and the traditional Treaty 7 territory and oral practices of the Blackfoot confederacy: Siksika, Kainai, Piikani, as well as the Îyâxe Nakoda and Tsuut’ina nations. We acknowledge that this territory is home to the Métis Nation of Alberta, Region 3 within the historical Northwest Métis homeland. Finally, we acknowledge all Nations – Indigenous and non – who live, work and play on this land, and who honour and celebrate this territory.

THANK YOU TO OUR FUNDERS AND SPONSORS

Wednesday 7th	Wednesday 14th
$12 Members / $14 Non-Members / Starting with an Appetizer, followed by / Fish Chowder and Homemade Biscuits, / and a Lemon Ginger Icebox Cake / to top it off !s	$20 Members & $23 Non-Members / Beef Dinner with Yorkshire Pudding, / Wine, Mashed Potatoes & Dessert
No In-house Lunch Wednesday 21st, but JJ’s will be offering a special for Bow Cliff Members at noon	Wednesday 28th

Gather Together!

Bow Cliff Seniors, Confederation Park 55+ Activity Centre, Greater Forest Lawn 55+ Activity Centre, Kerby Centre for the 55 + & Parkdale Nifty Fifties.

Memberships are a great gift idea, tell your family … add it to your wish list for Christmas .

.Regular Full Memberships
are Now available to Renew for 2023 year.
Join for only $35.00
(expires December 2023)
Join Today!

A Note from our ED
2022 has been an incredibly eventful year with many challenges and successes. We started off the year under COVID restrictions which affected our operations dramatically. Summer came, restrictions were lifted, but it was one of the hottest summers we have ever endured. Next grant application we will definitely apply for air conditioning. We are now heading into Christmas and year end, and we have a lot to be grateful for.
We are so appreciative that our membership supported our programming and events throughout the year and made Bow Cliff a very busy and active centre.
We are grateful to our funders, sponsors and donors who have helped us weather over the past three years this pandemic related financial storm.
We could not have made it throughout the year without the incredible volunteers who week in and week out support our lunches, fundraising programs, and casino. You are the heartbeat of Bow Cliff.
I am thankful for our Board of Directors, who volunteer their time and whose leadership and guidance helped us maintain a strong, vibrant and compliant organization.
Please consider Bow Cliff as part of your charitable giving. As a registered charity, Bow Cliff can issue tax receipts. There are many great and deserving charities in our city that require everyone’s support and we thank you for considering donating to Bow Cliff.
On behalf of my incredible staff, Angela, Liz and Despina, I want to wish all of you a Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays and a wonderful and safe December.

Thank you to our corporate sponsors and donors for all of their support in 2022 so far! Your support allows us to maintain cost-effective and vibrant programming for our club and members.

Donalda Stallard	Marilynn Bruce	Jim Gibson
Roland Wheaton	Mike O’Reilly	Troy Quon
Flo Putman	Doris Haynes	Karen Kelly
Joyce Jasmin	Susan Spratt	Carol Gardiner
Gail Martin	Gladys Kwasnicki	Alan Rae
Pieter Meima	Marvis Olson	Adriana Matzeit
	Nadia Parcey

Join us at Bow Cliff Seniors Center every 2nd and 4th Friday of the month 10 am—noon
Help break the barriers of stigma!
... join us for our Conversation Cafe!
This network connects people from all walks of life—some diagnosed with cognitive impairment, along with close friends & family members , and others who want to learn more about how to care for those with these cognitive disorders. Conversation Café is a safe environment with others that share a similar journey. We hope to share experiences and resources, build relationships, and be able to walk together.
Call the office for more information 403.246.0390

Dec. 9th only for Dec. due to Holiday Schedule, Resume Jan. 13

Coming Up Soon!

We will be collecting for the Veterans Association Food Bank .
Deadline for donations Dec. 16th

WINTER Programs

ART	DAY	TIME	DATE	$	Drop-in $
Watercolour Class / (Requires min 8 full reg. to run)	Mon.	12:30-3:00	Jan. 16—March 27 / (10 sessions)	$175 members / $190 non memb	$20 members $25 non-memb.
Mixed Media Art (Requires min 8 full reg. to run)	Thurs.	9:30-11:30	Jan. 19–Apr. 6 (12 sessions)	$185 members $195 non-memb	$18 members $23 non-memb.

EXERCISE	DAY	TIME	DATE	$	Drop-in $
Chair/Floor Yoga(Requires min 4 full reg. to run)	Tues.	1:00 -2:00	Jan. 17—March 21 / (10 sessions)	$90 members $105 non-memb	$10 members $13 non-memb.
Silver Dance Class(Requires min 6 full reg. to run)	Wed.	9:30-10:30	Jan. 11 –March15(10 sessions)	$105 members $115 non-memb	$12 members $15 non-memb
Tai Chi (Requires min 6 full reg. to run)	Wed.	2:30-3:30	TBA	TBA
Gymmy Gentle Fit.(Requires min 7 full reg. to run)	Fri.	9:30-10:30	Jan. 13—March 31 (12 sessions)	$118 members $125 non-memb	$12 members $15 non-memb.

KEYBOARDS	DAY	TIME	DATE	$	Drop-in $
Intermediate Beginner	Thurs.	TBD / TBD	Jan. 19-Apr. 6 (10 sessions)	$125 members $135 non-memb	Not available (Requires min 7 full reg. to run)

Drop-In Programs

BRIDGE	DAY	TIME	DROP-IN $
Party Bridge	Tuesdays	12:30-3:00	Memb.—$4 , Non-Memb.—$5
Duplicate Bridge	Fridays	12:30-3:00	Memb.—$4 , Non-Memb.—$5
GAMES
Hand & Foot	Mondays	12:30 –3:00	$3
Bingo	Wednesdays	1:15– 3:15	$3
Drop-in Games	Thursdays	12:30-3:00	$3
OTHER
Harmonica Tableau	Wednesday	9:30-11:30	$3
Lunch* MUST RSVP	Wednesdays	12:00 –1:00	Memb.—$12, Non-Memb.—$14
“Crafts & Coffee”	Tuesdays	9:30-12:00	$3
Convo & Learning Café	2nd-4th Fridays	10:00-12:00	FREE!
Hand & Paper Crafters	Thursday	12:00-2:00	$3

Coming Soon in 2023!
FREE Learning Workshop ...6 weeks, 15 spots available,
Book a spot by calling Bow Cliff office 403-246-0390
Monday Mornings 9:30-11:30

Winter 2023 Program Descriptions

Watercolour Class—MONDAYS AT 12:30pm
Discover the serenity of watercolour art while incorporating different techniques such as batik. This class is a great way to improve your watercolour skills and learn new tips and tricks. Taught by Steve Dozois, local artist and teacher. A list of materials can be provided before class begins – supplies in house as well. No experience necessary. Taught by Steve Dozois
Chair & Floor Yoga—TUESDAYS AT 1pm
Chair and Floor Yoga is a gentle yoga class that students can enjoy practicing either on their mats or seated on chairs, or maybe a little bit of both! Come enjoy other health benefits of yoga including improved muscle tone, better breathing habits, stress reduction, better sleep and an improved sense of wellbeing. Taught by Judy Chan
Silverdance Class—WEDNESDAYS 9:30-10:30 am
We will dance to a variety of rhythms including oldies, current hits, tango’s, cha cha’s, waltz, Latin, and more! This class will work your mind and body as you work on dance patterns. It is recommended that you have good stability and balance for this class. Taught by Paula Bickford
Harmonicas—WEDNESDAYS AT 9:30am
The Harmonica Tableau consists of a group of Seniors with a love for music and performance opportunities. This group practices once a week and performs an average of twice a month over a 10 month period.
Organized by Dave Marchant and George Deane
Tai Chi—TBA
The ancient Chinese practice of Tai-Chi provides gentle stretching, soft flowing movements and breathing exercises. This improves the circulation of blood, promotes good function of internal organs, metabolism and lubrication of joints. Taught by Adrian Buczek
Mixed Media Art—THURSDAYS AT 9:30am
Are you new to art? Do you want to learn new techniques and be together with like-minded artists? Mixed Media art is for you! Whether it is pastel, oil, acrylic, watercolour or sketching, our instructor can guide you through steps to create beautiful works of art. Stick with one medium, or try many different options, this class is a great way to learn new things. Taught by Dana Winistok
Keyboard Class—THURSDAY Afternoons
with possible Beg. & Intermediate classes—times TBD
A step-by-step approach for learning to play together with others, improvise, read chord charts, piano band, cool music, play-along-tracks, as well as being a wellness exercises. Try it – it’s fun! Taught by Colette Forer
Gymmy Gentle Fitness—FRIDAYS AT 9:30am
A slow paced exercise class focusing on functional movement, mobility, flexibility and strength. This 60 minute class will begin in a chair, progress to some standing movements, and finish with a seated stretch. Come listen to the upbeat music and get moving again! Taught by Diana Korpan

236 4 Street NE

KERBY CENTER
Bread Market
NO MARKET FOR DECEMBER
It will resume
January
2023

Having fun as we gathered together in NOVEMBER...
Thank you to Revera for sponsoring the Collaborative 50+ Seniors Centers Bowling Tournament Event, and a thank you to Confederation Park 50+ Activity Centre for organizing it. The event participation had 120+ Members from across the city. All enjoyed a fun afternoon of two games of five pin and lunch .

Italian Social was a full house with many enjoying the flavors of Italy. A Huge Thank You for our sponsor “NOTO Gelato”, for the delicious gelato dessert , and all who made the event happen.

Bow Cliff Seniors 2022 Holiday Schedule
December 1 Registration opens for WINTER SESSION Programs
December 19 We host our wrap up event Bow Cliff Christmas Show
December 20 & 21 NO Programs—Staff will be doing Year End
December 22 The office will be closed for Christmas Break
MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL
We will reopen in the New Year Tuesday January 3, 2023
Winter Programing will start up the week of January 11

Card Players
“HAND & FOOT”
Hand, Knee and Foot is a fairly new card game that is catching on all over the country. The game is a variation of Canasta. The aim of the game is to get rid of all the cards from your hand, knee and then your foot by melding them.
Beginners are VERY welcome to come and learn the game.
$3 User Fee
Coffee & Tea Provided Mondays from 12:30pm-3:00pm

Join us every Wednesday afternoon @1:15 for B I N G O !

Drop-in fee $3 with numerous game frames played!

December 2022
Sunday	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday
				1	2	3
				9 Greek Seniors 930 Mixed Media Art 12 Paper Tole* (*uninstructed ) 1230 Drop-in Games 130 Keyboards LAST CLASS	9 Greek Seniors 930 Gymmy Class LAST CLASS 1230 Duplicate Bridge
4	5	6	7	8	9	10
	9 Greek Seniors 1230 Hand & Foot 1230 Watercolour	9 Greek Seniors 9 Crafts & Coffee 930 Walking Club 1230 Party Bridge 1 Chair & Floor Yoga LAST CLASS	9 Greek Seniors 930 Silver Dance LAST CLASS 930 Harmonicas 12 Lunch 115 Bingo 230 Tai Chi LAST CLASS	9 Greek Seniors 930 Mixed Media Art 12 Paper Tole* (*uninstructed ) 1230 Drop-in Games 130 Keyboards	9 Greek Seniors 10 Convo Café 1230 Duplicate Bridge
11	12	13	14	15	16	17
	9 Greek Seniors 1230 Hand & Foot 1230 Watercolour LAST CLASS	9 Greek Seniors 9 Crafts & Coffee 930 Walking Club 1230 Party Bridge	9 Greek Seniors 930 Harmonicas 12 Christmas Lunch 130 Bingo	9 Greek Seniors 930 Mixed Media Art LAST CLASS 12 Paper Tole* (*uninstructed ) LAST CLASS 1230 Drop-in Games 130 Keyboards	9 Greek Seniors 1230 Duplicate Bridge
18	19	20	21	22	23	24
	9 Greek Seniors 1230 Hand & Foot / 430 Silver Stars Musical Revue	NO PROGRAMS / YEAR END	NO PROGRAMS / YEAR END	CLOSED	CLOSED
25	26	27	28	29	30	31
Merry Christmas To All	CLOSED	CLOSED	CLOSED	CLOSED	CLOSED / Christmas Break until January 3

What is Reflexology?

BEGINNERS WELCOME! MEETING EVERY WEDNESDAY AT 9:30AM—Join us!

The Harmonic Tableau consists of a group of Seniors with a love for music and performance opportunities. The group was established in 1992 and has had a presence in the community in and around Calgary since inception. They take great pride in having performed yearly at the world famous "Calgary Expedition and Stampede." The group practices once a week and performs an average of twice a month over a 10 month period. A small stipend is charged for their appearances which are mainly at Senior Residences and Nursing Homes. The average age of the group is 81. We hope you join us in the New Year!

Memberships now only $17.50!
Membership is valid until December 15, 2022.
Join or renew today and save on programming throughout the year, and receive advance notice on upcoming events and programming!