Athabasca & District Senior Citizens Society

Athabasca & District Senior Citizens Society
May 2026 Newsletter

Connection • Community • Participation

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May brings fresh opportunities to connect, stay active, and enjoy the many activities and events at our Seniors Centre. As the days grow warmer, we look forward to welcoming members and guests to gather, participate, and continue building the strong sense of community that makes our Seniors Centre such a special place.

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Membership – Important Reminder

If you have not yet purchased your 2026 membership, it is now several months overdue. A valid membership is required to participate in all current and future programs at the Centre, with the exception of the exercise class, which is offered through Primary Care Network.

We kindly ask that memberships be brought up to date to ensure continued participation.

Thank you for your cooperation and continued support.

We are pleased to welcome all new members who have recently joined our Society and encourage you to take part in the many activities offered.

Upcoming Event

Pancake Breakfast – May 26, 7:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.

Celebrate Seniors Week with us from June 1 – 6

We warmly invite all seniors in the community to join us for a variety of special events, regular activities, and opportunities to connect with friends and neighbors. As part of the celebration, attendees will also have opportunities throughout the week to enter their name in daily draws for surprise gifts.

We look forward to celebrating and recognizing the important contributions seniors make to our community.

Schedule of Events

• June 1: Fraud and Scam Prevention Session

  Join us on Monday, June 1 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Seniors Centre for a free information session on the prevention of fraud and scams. Local police and financial institution representatives will share practical tips on how to recognize common scams and protect you from fraud. Open to all seniors and one family member or guest. Refreshments and treat will be served. Guests will also have an opportunity to enter a draw for a surprise gift.

• June 4: FCSS Seniors Symposium

  Starts at 10:00 a.m., Cost $15.00, tickets can be purchased through FCSS.

• June 5: Senior Community Appreciation Social

  As part of Seniors Week, all seniors in the community are warmly invited to attend our free Senior Community Appreciation Social on Friday, June 5 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Athabasca Senior Centre.

  This special gathering is our way of thanking the incredible seniors who contribute so much to our community. Join us for an afternoon of friendship, conversation, dessert, and refreshments. Guests will also have an opportunity to enter a draw for a surprise gift.

• Regular Activities during Seniors Week (June 1, 2, 3, 4, and 6)

  Participants attending Exercise Classes, Drop-In Cards, and Snooker during Seniors Week will have an opportunity to enter a draw for a surprise gift on each day.

  These special draws are our way of celebrating and recognizing the important contributions seniors make to our community.

Weekly Activities

• Bingo: 1st, 3rd, and 5th Monday of each month (doors open at 5:30 p.m. and Bingo starts at 7:00 p.m.)
• Exercise Classes: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 11:00–11:45 a.m.; Note: Exercise class will not be held on Friday, June 5, due to a special Seniors Week event held at the Seniors Centre.
• Floor Curling: 2nd Monday of the month 1:00–3:30 p.m., Note: The last class was held on May 11 and will resume in the fall (date to be announced).
• Bridge/Canasta: Tuesday 1:00–4:00 p.m.
• Line Dancing: Wednesday 1:30–3:00 p.m.; Note: Last class was held on April 28 and will resume in September (date to be announced).
• Art Classes: Every other Thursday 1:00–3:30 p.m.; Note:: The final class will be held on May 28.
• Restorative Yoga: Thursday 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.; Note: Last class was held on May 14 and will resume in September (date to be determined).
• Snooker: Held in the Billiard’s Room every other Wednesday, 1:00 p.m. and every Saturday, 1:00 p.m. (members only). Note: There will be no Snooker held in July and August, regular activity will resume on Wednesday, September 3 and Saturday, September 5.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED – GET INVOLVED

If you have been thinking about getting involved, this is a great time to start.

Volunteering at the Centre is a wonderful way to meet others, build connections, and be part of what makes our community so special. We warmly encourage all members to consider taking part—whether occasionally or more regularly. Every contribution truly makes a difference.

New Activity Ideas – Get Involved

We are excited to explore ideas activities and would welcome your input.

Members who may be interested in helping to plan or lead an activity—even on an occasional or shared basis—are warmly invited to come forward. Support will be available.

New activities are made possible when members choose to be part of bringing them to life. As we look ahead, expanding activities will depend on more members becoming involved, so that responsibilities can be shared and enjoyed by many.

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“Together we create a welcoming community where
friendships grow, laughter is shared, and everyone belongs.”