Now that Canada is getting more vaccinated and Ontario reopens, we are taking a look at what we want the WAAC to be going forward. We want the WAAC to be a safe place for you to gather with friends. We are looking at restarting a variety of our previous programs (pepper, euchre, bingo, trivia,...Read More
As I was getting the Centre in tip-top shape for our reopening a few weeks ago, I came across many personal items that had been left at the Centre. They appear to have been left here when everything shut down in March of last year at the start of the pandemic. The majority of these...Read More
Wuzzles? What are Wuzzles? I’m glad you asked. Wuzzles (also called Bamboozables) are word puzzles. They are a saying or phrase that is made up of a display of words, in an interesting way. The object is to try to figure out the well-known saying, person, place, or thing that each Wuzzle is meant to...Read More
In this video Alisa shares how she drafts and sews these easy wide leg short/culottes for summer. This shorts pattern is so versatile! Use it to make these to wear out OR make these to wear at home as PJ shorts! You can dress the pattern up or down depending on your fabric and pattern...Read More
Who doesn’t want toned arms? I know I need to work on mine! Follow Schellea Fowler through a 10 minute toned arms workout for women over 50. You don’t need any equipment. This exercise is suitable for beginners and seniors. Get rid of flabby arms and batwings forever! Try this easy to follow workout on...Read More
Good morning to our valued members! The Centre had reopened this past Monday for dining, pool playing, and using the fitness equipment. Now it’s time to get our exercise classed going! We started registration on Wednesday for those who had their April classes canceled due to the lockdown and we are now opening registration for...Read More
Good afternoon everyone! Now that the Centre is open again, Sue is resuming her Thursday Hot Lunch Special! This week she will be serving meatloaf, mashed potatoes, gravy, veggies and a dinner roll. The cost will be $9.95 plus tax. Call 519-359-6832 to book your table today!Read More
UPDATE!!!! We have not had enough participants register for the July sessions. Rather than cancel the classes, we will be pushing the classes back by 1 week to allow for an extension for registration. As such, the new registration deadline is now Friday, July 9th by 4pm. All classes will now be pushed back 1...Read More
AgeFriendly Chatham-Kent is now accepting nominations for the 2021 Chatham-Kent Senior Achievement Awards. The deadline for nomination forms is August 13th, with the 2021 Senior of the Year being announced at the October 4th Council Meeting. Nomination forms can be picked up at the WAAC.Read More
It’s time again for our Riddles and Brainteasers post for the month. Last month’s post really got your brain working out. Hopefully, today’s questions have you testing your mental agility again! As usual, we will post the 10 riddles below, then the answers, with a graphic separating the two, so hopefully you will notice if...Read More
NOTE: I just wanted to update all of our golfers out there to let them know that Wally Wackers starts THIS Thursday, May 27th, not next week as originally posted. I apologize for the error, which was caused by our email system incorrectly dating Jane McGill’s incoming email (and all other emails this morning 😬)....Read More
Our Tech Geek is back discussing ways to keep us safe online. If you have any questions, at the end of this article is information on how you can contact our Resident Geek. You just found out that your friends list all received a message with a link but you did not send it. How...Read More
Wally Wackers Golf is back! Starting May 6 and running every Thursday until September 24th, join other seniors for a fun golf outing at Hidden Hills Golf and Country Club. Make sure you are there by 8:30am to register and be assigned to your team. Tee-off is at 9:00am. For more information, contact Jane McGill...Read More
Easter has been seen as a time of new life and renewal as the Earth shakes off the cold snow of winter and the flora and fauna begin to appear again. It is such a hopeful time of year, with the promise of great things to come. This past year has been challenging for everyone....Read More
Just a little while ago, Premier Doug Ford announced that Ontario has pulled the COVID-19 Emergency Brake and the province is once again going into shutdown. This newest shutdown is to last from Saturday, April 3rd until Friday, April 30th. What does this mean for you? The Centre will be closed until we are out...Read More
It’s that time again Trivia Thursday, our 47th edition. With the rich history Wallaceburg has and the so many places to see. Today’s trivia is all about Wallaceburg’s historical and wonderful sights. There is a twist this week instead of a story we have picture hints. Some answers are obvious while others might be harder...Read More
Our pool tables are hopping – so much so that we are looking at adding afternoon sessions to the calendar (see our previous post for more information on that)! It’s so great to see people enthusiastic about playing! The WAAC just wanted to send out a friendly reminder about several of our pool table protocols....Read More
Due to the extreme popularity of our pool tables, we are looking at possibly opening an afternoon session to accommodate everyone! The afternoon session will run from 1:00 until 3:30. The cost would be $2 for the entire afternoon. This is where you come in. We need your help to determine if there is enough...Read More
For the next few segments Our Geek will be discussing way to keep us safe online, If you have any questions, at the end of this article is information on how you can contact our Resident Geek. Facebook Posts Audience Safety It is wise to check who can view your posts every time you post...Read More
