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As our programs and activities start to increase we just want to send you this friendly reminder. If there is a program or activity you like to try maybe with a friend or family member do not hesitate to contact us or stop in.

They say friendships are established on the foundation of commonality. There is no greater way to establish and nurture friendships, then participating in our favorite pastime activities. If you are new to town, a long-time citizen or returning after years away, creating and facilitating a group activity is a great way to share what life […]

Easter is……A time filled with love and joyA time to share blessings and forgivenessA time of renewing hearts with faith and hopeA time for new beginning and new growthWe would like to wish you all a Happy and Blessed Easter.May your day be filled with all that it has to offer.May Nature’s beautiful bouquets of […]

Are you new to the area and looking for a way to make a difference in your adopted community? Are you a long-time resident looking for a way to give back to those who have been here for you? Have you ever considered being a board member as a way to do it? The Wallaceburg […]

Are you looking to do something new and exciting? Do you feel you have talents that are going to waste? Has retirement boredom hit you or do you have the empty nester’s feeling, that you need to be doing something? If you are looking for a change in your life that will help others and […]

Spring is here and summer is not far behind. With March going out like a lion let us look forward to Amazing April Flowers. Speaking of April, registration for our April Fitness Activities has arrived, just in time to prepare our bodies for those up coming summer activities. With Dancing, Pickleball and Fit classes on […]

This is an excellent opportunity to freely explore and experience our Centre’s, classes, programs and activities without worrying about costs.

That is right the rumours are true there are new and renewed programs rolling out quickly during the month of March and they are filling up fast.

The Wallaceburg Adult Activity Centre a great place to go and get your grove on.

“There’s nothing stronger than the heart of a volunteer.“ James Doolittle This simple quote speaks volumes.  For over 45 years our members have always been the body of the Wallaceburg Adult Activity Centre while our volunteers have been our heart and soul. We would not be where we are today without them. The heart of […]

A Message from the Co-Presidents of the WAAC As 2021 comes to a close, we wanted to take this opportunity to wish each and every one of our members a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.  We hope that you are looking forward to spending the holidays with your friends and family. Things have […]

This is a virtual tour around Mykonos Port in Greece. Home of the Windmill Hill and Little Venice, the food on this island is wonderful and the alleyways are traditional Greek island design with flowers and rock pathways all through Mykonos island. Mykonos is also known for its party scene and beaches. Come take a […]

With the Centre opening for more and more activities, it’s been a little while since I have had time to post on the website. But last week’s storm caused the Thames River to flood its banks, sweeping all kinds of debris downstream. Much of this was caught on the Fifth Street bridge supports in Chatham, […]

The WAAC is getting more activities up and running. I have added a calendar here for the activities that will be held in September at the Centre. Highlights include: Pepper:                Mondays 9:30-11:30am, Wednesdays 9:30-11:30am, every other Wednesday evening (Sept 8th & 22nd), Fridays 7:00-9:00pm Euchre:                Thursdays 1:30-3:30pm Karaoke:              Every Monday 6:30-9:00pm – starts Labour Day, […]

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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.

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Classes for our 4-week April Session are filling up quickly, but we do still have several openings in most classes. In fact, due to BOTH Pilates classes filling up almost right away, Dianne is offering a 2nd Pilates class on Wednesdays from 10:15 to 11:15 for those who couldn’t get into the other classes. Registration […]

Easter weekend is next weekend and Passover starts tomorrow. It is fitting that today’s virtual tour takes us to Jerusalem, the heart of the Abrahamic religions – Islam, Judaism, and Christianity. Each year, during Passover and Easter thousands of worshipers flock to Jerusalem’s holiest sites. Unfortunately, this year that won’t be possible so we’re bringing […]

It’s that time again Trivia Thursday, our 46th edition. It is Repeat Thursday. To test our memories and our knowledge we are posting a repeat of one of our past trivia segments. . Think you know the answers? Are you up to the challenge? As usual the trivia questions will be listed with a short […]

What a wonderful time of the year, Spring when the earth awakes from its slumber and the migrating birds return. It is during these times that hope and faith are renewed as beauty blooms and new growth begins. The sweet melody of birds fill the air as the spring flowers send forth a sweet smell […]

It’s that time again Trivia Thursday, our 45th edition. Today we are going to do a Throwback Thursday and Time Travel back to the 80’s. Think you know the answers? Are you up to the challenge? As usual the trivia questions will be listed with a short story below which has the answers hidden with […]

As we stated last time 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. Social Media Safety In this day and age it seems like there is […]

It’s that time again Trivia Thursday, our 44th edition. It is always great to learn something new about Canada so this week’s trivia is all about Canada. Think you know the answers? Are you up to the challenge? As usual the trivia questions will be listed with a short story below which has the answers […]

March has come in like a lamb and spring is just around the corner. What a great time to watch the changes of the season come upon us. The migrating birds are filling the skies as they head towards their summer homes. The air is being warm by southern winds as the birds fill it […]

It’s that time again Trivia Thursday, our 43rd edition. Can you believe it is March already? Well you know what that means this week’s trivia is all about March. Think you know the answers? Are you up to the challenge? As usual the trivia questions will be listed with a short story below which has […]

The last few weeks winter has decided to do its major visit. With snowstorms and ice jams our streets and waterways became a winter wonderland. One of our regular contributors of photos went out and captured the wonders and beauty of nature during this time Today, she shares her experiences with us. The beauty she […]

To continue our iCloud segment, today we will study how to manage your iCloud by reducing and deleting files, photos, messages etc. Last week we learned that almost everything gets backed up on the icloud, however we have control of what is saved on the iCloud.  This week we were asked, “How do I reduce […]

It’s that time again Trivia Thursday? For our 40th and Valentine edition the questions will all be base on love and Valentine Day. Think you know the answers? Are you up to the challenge? As usual the trivia questions will be listed with a short story below which has the answers hidden with in it. […]

There are so many hidden Gems of nature in and around Wallaceburg. Some with in Walking distance of the centre other just a little bit of a drive. Today we share a video created by the Sydenham Field Naturalists portraying Paw Paw woods and the beauty that was found in them in January. In these […]

It’s that time again Trivia Thursday? For our first one in February and our 39th edition we have a hodgepodge of questions all about February. Think you know the answers? Are you up to the challenge? As usual the trivia questions will be listed with a short story below which has the answers hidden with […]

Last segment we talked about iclouds and how to find out what is being stored on your iCloud. Which you can read here ICloud. One thing about clouds is that they fill up quickly and sometime we end up with an error code that there is not enough space in our cloud for a newer […]

It’s the beginning of February, which means it’s less than 2 weeks until Valentine’s Day! Follow Julie’s tutorial on how to make 2 different styles of heart-shaped wreaths to help you decorate for the holiday of love using inexpensive items found at most dollar stores. If you try your hand at making one of these […]

Are you ready for our 36th edition of Trivia Thursday? With the weather being a little wacky this month, what better time then to do some Weather Trivia. Each question is related Canadian Weather in some way. Taking into consideration that this subject may be hard one, 8/10 of the questions have hints added to […]

This is our 1st edition of The Wonders of Nature Around Us for 2021. Since the beginning of the year we have had some unique weather patterns from snow to warm temperatures. Each day brought new beauty to the year’s beginning. This segment one of our regular photographers, Margaret has shared with us some of […]

January mornings have a beauty of their own, as it springs forth new beginnings. With the cold nights have us looking forward to the growing of the days. January is unique in so many ways. It the Beginning of a new year filled with new experiences and expectations. What makes January so special is that […]

This year was an unusual one at best. With many up and down, twist and turns it was a roller coaster of a year. Yet together we were able to make the best of a tough situation so today we want to make sure we wish you the very best for 2021. May the New […]

This edition of The Wonders of Nature Around Us is the last one for the year. A fitting way to end year and begin an new one is with a video review of the beauty around us. While this year was filled with turbulent moments, nature has remain steadfast in sharing its peaceful essence as […]

Ingredients for 8 servings 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1/2 stick 1 cup yellow onion(150 g), diced 1 cup carrot(110 g), diced 1 cup celery(225 g), diced 1 lb sweet italian sausage(455 g), casing removed 2 tablespoons fresh sage, chopped 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaf 10 oz plain stuffing mix(285 g), 1 box ½ cup chicken stock(120 mL) […]

This year has been an unprecedented one yet the Joy of Christmas can be found in the hearts of those who dare to share their love with others. So we take this time to share with you the love of the season. Have a very Merry Christmas, a Joyous Holiday Season and a Happy New […]

Are you ready not only for our 33rd edition of Trivia Thursday but also our Christmas Eve edition? Being Christmas eve this edition has a hodgepodge of 10 Christmas Trivia questions. Think you know the answers? Are you up to the challenge? As usual the trivia questions will be listed with a short story below […]

For 20 weeks the wonders of nature has been shared from flowers to birds from sunsets to sunrises. One Wonder that is always amazingly around us, is the Wonder of Human nature; the love, joy, compassion and comradery. This Christmas was a big one for our little community. Together to share the Spirit of Christmas […]

Ingredients for 8 bites 1 lb breakfast sausage(455 g) ½ cup onion(75 g), diced ¾ cup shredded cheddar cheese(75 g) 2 eggs ½ cup dried cranberry(65 g), chopped ½ teaspoon dried thyme ½ teaspoon dried rosemary ½ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon black pepper 6 oz stuffing mix(170 g), 1 box 1 cup chicken broth(240 mL) Preparation Cook […]

Are you ready for our 32nd addition of Trivia Thursday? Keeping with the Christmas theme this week’s is Christmas songs. This week we also have a slight twist instead of 10 questions we have 12 to honour the 12 days of Christmas. Think you know the answers? Are you up to the challenge? As usual […]

No matter what time of the year it is, Nature displays its wonders sometimes in the most hidden ways. From a blooming orchid or house plants in ones house; or the snowy wonders that appears and disappears; nature is always in full display many times we forget to stop and meditate on what beauty is […]

Ingredients for 12 truffles TRUFFLES ¾ cup double cream(200 mL) 1 ¾ cups chocolate(300 g) 1 tablespoon ground ginger 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon GINGERBREAD COATING 1 ½ cups ginger biscuit(150 g) Preparation Gently heat the double cream in a saucepan for a few minutes. Turn off heat. Add the chocolate and allow the heat of the cream to melt it. Stir in the […]

Are you ready for our 31st addition of Trivia Thursday? Can you believe Christmas is coming upon us. For the next few weeks we will have Christmas themed trivia. This week’s is Christmas Tv and Movies. Think you know the answers Are you up to the challenge? As usual there will be a list of […]

Some of the most beautiful things about nature is how it enhances man made structures. From reflections on the water to flowers grown beside them to sunsets upon them. Natures ability to help the most obtuse but needed structure look beautiful in its own way is amazing. Today we will share with you fixtures we […]

As the lights fill the night’s sky and the cool air breaks forth to the winter winds. The beauty of this month can not be missed. With the hustle and bustle that this month brings, it must sometimes feel like your birthday has been forgotten. Rest assure that we want to take a moment and […]

Ingredients for 6 servings 1 cup raw cashews(130 g) warm water, for soaking cashews 1 head garlic 5 tablespoons olive oil, divided 3 cups cold water(720 mL) 1 ¼ cups panko breadcrumbs(60 g) ½ teaspoon paprika 3 teaspoons kosher salt, divided 2 tablespoons vegan butter 3 cloves garlic, minced 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast […]

Reminder! The Facebook Auction closes today at 5:00 p.m. sharp! Make sure you get your bids in!

We have all gone/going through a great ordeal; fortunately we have a wonderful community that takes to heart that we are in this together, and is trying to bring joy to everyone through this Christmas Season. The coordinators for the Wallaceburg Christmas Light Tour reached out and asked us to share this wonderful opportunity of […]

Reminder!! The Online Auction is starting in 1 hour! Head on over to our Facebook Page to check it out!

https://www.comedywildlifephoto.com/gallery/comedy-widlife-2020-competition-winners.php The Overall Winner Is… Highly Commended

WAAC vouchers for exercise classes are discontinued.  Outstanding vouchers will be honoured at cash value for exercise class registration, fitness room use or pool.  Vouchers previously paid for will still be valid into the new year towards prepayment for exercise classes or other activities.   WAAC Board of Directors

Are you ready for our 30th addition of Trivia Thursday? Can you believe it we are already into December. Are you able to answer these December related questions? So are you up to the challenge? As usual there will be a list of trivia questions and a short story below which have the answers hidden […]

WAAC Board of Directors regretfully announces that Danielle Demeray will be leaving her position as WAAC Administrative Coordinator effective Dec 4/20.  Danielle will be exploring new opportunities.  On behalf of the membership, WAAC Board of Directors extends our best wishes to Danielle in her new endeavors.   At this time, the WAAC Board of Directors is pleased to […]

Over the last week we have seen our town light us with the Christmas spirit. There were days with warm weather which turn to snow setting the scene for December. Yet through it all the beauty and wonder of nature unfolded. While the heart filled with joy seeing the Christmas decorations adorning yards, porches, balconies […]

With this crazy year we’ve had, the WAAC wanted to make sure our members knew of an option to get them out of the house and engaged with this fun activity! Started in 1900, the Christmas Bird Count is North America’s longest-running Citizen Science project. Counts happen in over 2000 localities throughout the Western Hemisphere. […]

The following classes still have spots available for Registration: Chair Yoga with Sandra Maltby-Mills on Mondays from 1:00-2:00 p.m. at Trinity United Church Functional Strength & Balance with Fran Betts on Mondays from 2:30-3:30 p.m. at Trinity United Church Circuit with Dianne Matak on Tuesdays from 8:45-9:45 a.m. at the Centre Chair Yoga with Sandra […]

No need to buy your own weights here! Anything you can find around your house will work great for this simple exercise!

WAAC will be holding an Online Auction via Facebook starting at noon on Friday, December 4, 2020. The Auction will run for the weekend and end on Sunday, December 6, 2020 at 5:00 p.m. sharp! Each item will be posted separately. To bid, comment on the photo you wish to bid on. The highest bid […]

Are you ready for our 29th addition of Trivia Thursday? If you are a music fan you will love this week’s topic, “Music From 70’s”. So are you up to the challenge? As usual there will be a list of trivia questions and a short story below which have the answers hidden with in it. […]

Starting January 4, 2021 we will be starting the New Year back on the right foot! The January sessions will run from January 4, 2021 – January 29, 2021. The classes being offered this session are: Chair Yoga with Sandra Maltby-Mills on Mondays from 1:00-2:00 p.m. at Trinity United Church Functional Strength & Balance with […]

This past week we have experienced some wacky weather from wind storms to snow to warm weather and frosty mornings. However, through it all there have been some hidden beauty and wonders of nature to be found. We hope you enjoy this album dedicated to the beauty that was found though the everchanging weather patterns. […]

Materials Photo Printer Blank sheets of Vellum (found at craft stores) Glass Jars or Vases (try to avoid irregular shapes) Scissors Double Sided Tape Tea Lights or Battery Powered Candles Instructions1. Use photo printer to print a variety of photos onto vellum.  2. Cut images to fit dimensions of your glass jars.  3. Use double […]

Ingredients for 12 mini pies nonstick cooking spray, for greasing 3 sheets frozen puff pastry, thawed 2 tablespoons grapeseed oil 1 small yellow onion, diced ½ small celery root, peeled and diced 2 medium carrots, diced 1 large parsnip, peeled and diced 1 small sweet potato, peeled and diced ¼ cup all purpose flour(30 g) 2 cups vegetable stock(480 mL) 1 teaspoon dried thyme 2 ½ teaspoons kosher salt 1 […]

Last week we shared part 1 of Chatham-Kent’s very own Steve Bottrill’s Chair Yoga. Check out part 2!

Are you ready for our 28th addition of Trivia Thursday? Today’s Segment is all Canadian Television shows. So are you up to the challenge? As usual there will be a list of trivia questions and a short story below which have the answers hidden with in it. Some answers are obvious while others might be […]

Who doesn’t like a walk in the woods on a cool fall day. In the crisp air with the crunching of the leaves under your feet there is such peace and tranquility to be had. Some call this Forest Bathing because you soak in the beauty and reconnect with nature. Today a member has shared […]

While today we may not technically be Winter just yet, it sure feels like it outside. I don’t know about you but I think I would prefer to stay in and paint!!

Follow along with Chatham-Kent’s own Steve Bottrill as he demonstrates some slow moving exercises in this less than 15 min video.

In order to continue helping our members stay active, the Wallaceburg Adult Activity Centre is happy to announce we will be holding a 2-week mini session before the Christmas Holidays! YAY! This “mini session” will run from December 7, 2020 – December 18, 2020. The classes being offered this session are: Chair Yoga with Sandra […]

The Wallaceburg Adult Activity Centre would like to say Thank You to all of our Volunteer Greeters and all of our past Volunteers as well! We truly appreciate you all and the Centre would not be the same without you.

Are you ready for our 27th addition of Trivia Thursday?  Canadian Nature is today’s subject matter. So are you up to the challenge? As usual there will be a list of trivia questions and a short story below which have the answers hidden with in it. Some answers are obvious while others might be harder […]

What a wonderful few days we have had. It was like Spring had sprung and summer was upon us while fall showed off it’s beauty. We have some awesome captures from around Wallaceburg during these days. We hope that you took advantage of the weather and visited some wonderful places or even just enjoyed it […]

We are in need of volunteers who are available to greet visitors of the Centre Monday-Friday between 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. The current time frames needed filled are:Monday’s from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.Tuesday’s from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.Thursday’s from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.Fridays from 8:30 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.andFridays from 11:30 […]

Today, November 11th, we take the time to remember those that have sacrificed their lives for us to be free. To remember the members of our and our allies armed forces who have died in the line of duty. To honour the memory of those who fought for us we take a two minute silence […]

The nights are longer and the days cooler what an awesome reason to lights some candles in celebration of all those born in November. While we would love to celebrate with you all in person until we can know that we are with you in our heart, mind and thoughts. May this Birthday bring you […]

SUPPLIES NEEDED: mason jar (or any glass jar) 1 cup of epsom salt 1 tbsp glitter (preferably white or translucent) mod podge (or tacky glue) sponge brush for applying the glue twine or ribbon small piece of greenery hot glue gun flameless tea lights (optional) INSTRUCTIONS: 1. Start off by mixing the epsom salt and glitter […]

Ingredients for 4 servings POTATOES 4 russet potatoes, scrubbed clean and patted dry 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt, divided, plus more to taste 3 tablespoons unsalted butter ¼ cup heavy cream(60 mL), warm ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more to taste ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese(50 g) ¼ cup fresh chives(10 g), thinly sliced BEEF FILLING 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 medium […]

Follow along with Joe Wicks as he demonstrates some simple workouts in 40 second intervals. The comments on this video are very positive and a lot of commenters were over the age of 70!

Have a wonderful weekend everyone! TGIF! Look at this beautiful forecast!

Are you ready for our 26th addition of Trivia Thursday?  Today is all about November. As usual there will be a list of trivia questions and a short story below which have the answers hidden with in it. Some answers are obvious while others might be harder to figure out.   The answers are posted […]

TOMORROW IS THE LAST CHANCE TO SIGN UP FOR THIS UPCOMING SESSION! Class Instructor Where Day Time Essentrics Jeanette Matak WAAC Monday 10:30-11:30 a.m. Chair Yoga Sandra Maltby-Mills TUC Monday 1:00-2:00 p.m. Functional Strength and Balance Fran Betts TUC Monday 2:30-3:30 p.m. Circuit Dianne Matak WAAC Tuesday 8:45-9:45 a.m. Pilates Dianne Matak WAAC Wednesday 8:45-9:45 […]

As we enter November, there is still beauty to be found. While many of the trees are now bare and the ground is scattered with leaves. The water around us still reflects the beauty of our area. The sunsets will have a different hue to them yet their wonders are still unique. Today we share […]

With the holiday season right around the corner, now is a great time to get a jump on your holiday shopping list. Wallaceburg Senior Citizens Club Inc. (Wallaceburg Adult Activity Centre) MEMBERS have exclusive access to the Columbia Sportswear Employee Store from November 13 – December 6, 2020. You must be a member of the […]

You can make gorgeous-looking bowls of different sizes using buttons. These are crafts for young adults that help us create multi-colored bowls, which make good giveaway gifts. Speciality: This is a super inexpensive way of creating bowls using your imagination and creativity with colorful buttons. Material: Buttons Glue Brush Mod podge Pin How to Make: […]

Ingredients for 4 servings 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting 2 cups chicken broth(480 g), good-quality salt, to taste freshly ground black pepper, to taste 1 pinch cayenne pepper, optional, to taste 2 tablespoons heavy cream, plus more for egg wash 2 lb cooked boneless, skinless chicken(910 g), […]

Session 2 Registration will commence on Monday, November 2, 2020 ! Session dates are from Monday, November 9, 2020 – Friday, December 4, 2020. Classes being offered are: Essentrics with Jeannette Matak, Monday’s from 10:30-11:30 a.m. at WAAC Chair Yoga with Sandra Maltby-Mills, Monday’s from 1:00-2:00 p.m. at Trinity United Church Functional Strength & Balance […]

Hope you all have a fantastic weekend! Wishing you a spook-tacular Halloween!

Are you ready for our 25th addition of Trivia Thursday?  Halloween is just a few days away so an All Hallow Eve is today’s theme. As usual there will be a list of trivia questions and a short story below which have the answers hidden with in it. Some answers are obvious while others might […]

As we come to the end of October, there is and everchange of Wonder with the trees doing their final farewell to this year and the birds migrate towards their winter retreat. Blue Jays gather and hid substance to last the winter as the black birds start to find their winter roost together. There is […]

I don’t know about you, but I have been ordering a lot of packages online lately getting some early Christmas shopping in. Along with all those packages comes a lot of bubble wrap. Here’s a video of something creative to do with the bubble wrap rather than just throwing it away!

Ingredients for 8 servings 3 lb pumpkin(1.5 kg) 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided 1 pinch salt ½ cup white onion(75 g), chopped 1 clove garlic, minced ½ lb lean ground beef(225 g) 1 cup kidney bean(170 g) ½ cup canned diced tomato(100 g) 2 tablespoons tomato paste 1 teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon ground black pepper 2 teaspoons […]

REMINDER: The orange designated parking spots in “LOT O” can be used by the WAAC. You MUST put your membership card in the window. Do not park in orange permit #7 as this is privately rented

Are you ready for our 24th addition of Trivia Thursday?  Today’s we bring you Movie trivia. As usual there will be a list of trivia questions and a short story below which have the answers hidden with in it. Some answers are obvious while others might be harder to figure out.   The answers are […]

As fall come into its fullness, the colours are breathtaking. Our resident cyclist photographer was out again capturing the vibrant colours of the season. Today she is sharing with us the beauty of Greenhill’s Gardens and the colours from Running Creek. We hope you enjoy the wonders of the ever changing colours of fall.

Chatham-Kent Alzheimer’s Society is offering free information sessions via Zoom Please contact Tara Seney at tseney@alzheimerchathamkent.ca, or email Danielle at srcentre@kent.net for more information and to register.

Follow along with Jenny McClendon in this 20 minute workout video ! Happy Monday everyone!!

Ingredients for 1 loaf 2 ¼ cups bread flour(280 g), plus more for dusting 1 ¼ cups whole wheat flour(155 g) 1 ¼ cups toasted pecans(155 g) 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips(175 g) 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon ground ginger ½ teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg ¼ teaspoon ground cloves 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1 cup warm […]

Are you ready for our 23st addition of Trivia Thursday?  Today’s addition is October fun facts. As usual there will be a list of trivia questions and a short story below which have the answers hidden with in it. Some answers are obvious while others might be harder to figure out.   The answers are […]

Wallaceburg has such a unique beauty from our waterways to our nature reserves even within our own backyards. With beauty of Nature all around us we have the opportunity to find serenity at every turn, to feel as one and connected with nature. Today, we have the opportunity to see the beauty from Margaret’s (Margo) […]

The Annual General Meeting is on Thursday, October 22, 2020 at 1:00 p.m. at the Kinsmen Centre. Due to the pandemic, this year attendees are required to pre-register. Pre-registration is closing Thursday, October 15, 2020 at 4:00 p.m. If you are interested in attending, please ensure you register ASAP or you will not be allowed […]

Ingredients for 12 servings 6 tablespoons butter, melted 10 graham crackers, crushed 32 oz cream cheese(905 g), at room temperature 4 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 ½ cups sugar(300 g) 15 oz pumpkin puree(425 g), 1 can CRUMBLE TOPPING ½ cup butter(115 g) 1 cup flour(125 g) ½ cup brown sugar(110 g) 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon Preparation In a medium bowl, combine the melted butter and crushed […]

We like to take a moment to wish you all a Blessed and Happy Thanksgiving. Today we share some wonderful Thanksgiving quotes. May your weekend be filled with love, laughter and joy. “Thanksgiving is a time of togetherness and gratitude.”– Nigel Hamilton Gratitude unlocks the fullness of life. It turns what we have into enough, […]

For Osteoporosis month, join us on November 5, 2020 for a free virtual presentation via ZOOM presented by Osteoporosis Canada. E-mail the Centre at srcentre@kent.net to get the ZOOM link!

Are you ready for our 22st addition of Trivia Thursday?  Today’s addition has a Canadian Thanksgiving Theme. As usual there will be a list of trivia questions and a short story below which have the answers hidden with in it. Some answers are obvious while others might be harder to figure out.   The answers […]

DONT FORGET! The Centre doors will still remain locked. To get access to the building you must ring the doorbell at the front door. Once you enter you will need to sanitize your hands, sign in and completed the self-assessment. Masks are mandatory. With the new Provincial Guidelines and Regulations, we will no longer be […]

With the beginning of a new month bring new beauty and colours as fall starts to show its colourful array. Today’s submissions are from Anne. Her eye for nature’s beauty and the wonders around us leads us into the season of harvests and colours. From the sunflower fields in Forest to the water edge of […]

As we start to watch the leaves turn colours and the pumpkins and gourds pop up on porches and in yards. October is the special month of Thanksgivings as we share in the bounty of goodness that is harvested at this time of the year, as well as a blessing of two full moons. We […]

These crafts are easy to do with young children and they look awesome for home decor!

The pandemic has created some new challenges in how WAAC conducts classes and activities. From new social distancing and cleaning protocols and extra cleaning costs; to limited numbers allowed, we have revamped how classes and activities are set up. Pre-registration is required for all visits to the Centre, as the provincial government has set limits […]

I don’t know about you but when I think October, I think pumpkin🎃! This warm pasta is the perfect Autumn comfort food. Ingredients for 4 servings 1 tablespoon olive oil ½ cup shallots(50 g), diced 2 tablespoons fresh sage, chopped 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped 15 oz ricotta cheese(425 g) 15 oz pumpkin puree(425 g) 1 cup […]

While we wait on those new windows to be installed, WAAC office is still taking registrations for Fran, Jeanette and Sandra’s classes. These instructors will host classes off-site in a more accessible location, Trinity United Church. Classes must have a minimum of 8 participants to run. Spots are now open to non-members as well for […]

Start the week off on the right foot with this quick Tai Chi exercise!

Due to the Municipality of Chatham-Kent installing new windows both upstairs and downstairs at the Wallaceburg Adult Activity Centre, our gradual reopening has been postponed a week. With Monday October 12/20 being Thanksgiving holiday, our reopening date is now Tuesday, October 13, 2020. The four week session will now end the week of Nov 2-6/2020. […]

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Are you ready for our 21st addition of Trivia Thursday?  Today’s addition is all about Wallaceburg and the surrounding area. As usual there will be a list of trivia questions and a short story below which have the answers hidden with in it. Some answers are obvious while others might be harder to figure out. […]

Due to government restrictions, we are only able to book 10 participants per class! Be sure to secure your spot as they are booking up fast! Our Sessions for October are as follows:Monday’s from 2:30-3:30 p.m. Functional Balance and Strength with Fran Betts at Trinity United Church (As Thanksgiving is Monday, October 12th, there will […]

The beauty of Nature is all around us, sometimes it is nice to see the beauty of other areas in Canada. Today we are going to travel out of the way to the Rockies. Tracy is back and she want to share the wonders of nature from her trip to the Rockies in mid September. […]

Although Thanksgiving this year may not be the typical celebration with the whole family all crowed around the table together, we hope you all have a fantastic Thanksgiving holiday!

Exciting News!! WAAC is poised to reopen select activities for the month of October, 2020!!   Starting next week, we will be offering “Functional Balance & Strength” with Fran Betts at Trinity United Church on Monday’s at 2:30 p.m., “Circuit” with Dianne Matak on Tuesday’s at 8:45 a.m. at WAAC, “Essentrics” with Jeanette Matak on Tuesday’s […]

Wallaceburg Adult Activity Centre (WAAC) has received multiple inquiries regarding membership refunds for the 2020 year. The Board of Directors has addressed this concern during the last Board meeting and is governed by Wallaceburg Adult Activity Centre Bylaw 8.2 “Membership in the Corporation is not transferrable or refundable.”

We have moved over the threshold of summer and into fall this week with beautiful weather. School is in full swing for children may it be homeschooling, classrooms or on-line learning. As we are embarking on the next season of this year let us remember that laughter is a great stress reliever. So grab yourself […]

Are you ready for our 20th addition of Trivia Thursday?  Since today is our 20th addition our topic is all about the number 20. As usual there will be a list of trivia questions and a short story below which have the answers hidden with in it. Some answers obvious while others might be harder […]

The Wonders of nature continue to amaze us as we turn from summer to fall. The beauty that can be found from the waterways and on land can calm our hearts and reduce stress. Today we welcome back Paula as she shares her adventures down the Sydenham while Kayaking with friends. The perfect social activity […]

With Autumn’s arrival many of us are looking for creative outlets to keep us busy. To help overcome this need, we will start to share some wonderful craft and painting ideas. Today, we return to Bob Ross’ wonderful YouTube videos called the Joy of Painting Classes. We have chosen his Meadow Stream for you to enjoy.

Meredith is back with a great low impact workout for your back. Below is a quote according to Team Meredith In this video Meredith is taking you through a relaxing back stretching workout perfect for beginners or anyone looking for a low impact alternative to strengthening and relaxing your back. This routine is all seated […]

Please be advised that Wallaceburg Senior Citizens Inc. will hold their 2020 Annual General Meeting on Thursday, October 22, 2020 at 1:00 PM. Due to Provincial and Chatham-Kent Public Health regulations and guidelines, in person meetings are limited to fifty people. The in person meeting will be held at Kinsmen Community Centre Hall, 7-1416 Dufferin […]

Here a delicious recipe from Unicorns in the Kitchen Their unique take on Cinnamon Rolls, add some fresh picked apples. This yummy treat will have your whole family wanting more with a taste of autumn in every bite. The sweet aroma will bring warm memories of your childhood. Below is a link to a downloadable/printable […]

Follow along with David Dorian Ross and learn 10 Tai Chi Moves that will bring our Chi inline while reliving the stress that builds up in our muscles. David says this is ” a perfect way to start your day, and keep it going until the end. Tai Chi is meditation in motion – an […]

This week went by fast as we prepare for the end of summer and the beginning of Autumn. Whether we are busy in the yard or trying to catch the last rays of summer, there is always time to sit back and enjoy a laugh or two. Today we are going to travel to eras […]

Are you ready for our 19th addition of Trivia Thursday?  Today’s topic is Movies and TV Shows. As usual there will be a list of trivia questions and a short story below which have the answers hidden with in it. Some answers obvious while others might be harder to figure out.   The answers are […]

As we move forward through the month, the skyline changes with new beauty all around; from the sun looking like the moon with fall flowers blooming to the farmers harvesting their fields. Today, we share our resident cyclist’s photos as she travels to areas that many may have never seen. Finding creatures and beauty where […]

It has come to our researcher’s attention that many of our members and the seniors in our community (those 65+) may not be aware that there is financial help for those dealing with Diabetes. The Ontario Government offers a small financial assistance through the Assistive Devices Program (ADP) to help those that are insulin depended. […]

As we tend to move on in our lives we sometimes forget the importance our posture is to our physical health, as well as help us avoid injury. In a fun and unique way Meredith regain good posture so our bones are well aligned with the rest of the body, while the tension in our […]

Keeping with our apple theme for this month, we have a wonderful Apple Cinnamon Bread share by one of our local readers/friend Joni. This delicious recipe is just the thing to help celebrate the harvest season. Not only will it be a tasty treat for your family and/or friends, your home will be filled with […]

Today’s Tai Chi instruction will be with Helen Liang. In this 15 minute video Helen bring an authentic form of Tai Chi to help your a line your Chi while stretching out your muscles. The traditional music in the background helps one relax during your session. Helen Liang is a Canadian Medal winning Master who […]

Well Labour Day is gone and school has be gone. The Monarch are gathering and the swallows are flocking to start their journey south. Remember to take some time and enjoy these days of beauty and relieve your stress with a little bit of Humour. For Our Runners For the Cat Lover First Week Of […]

Are you ready for our 18th addition of Trivia Thursday?  Today is all about September. As usual there will be a list of trivia questions and a short story below which have the answers hidden with in it. Some answers obvious while others might be harder to figure out.   The answers are posted in […]

TO:                  MEMBERS OF THE WALLACEBURG ADULT ACTIVITY CENTRE FROM:             PAUL CHERREY, PRESIDENT AND THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS REGARDING:   HIRING OF NEW CENTRE ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR Following up on the WAAC Re-Opening Update I am able to report at this time there has been a process underway to recruit a new Administrative Coordinator. It was decided by […]

September is here and the smells of cornfields are in the air as trucks filled with produce head to the canneries. The sky’s every changing beauty becomes more vivid and brilliant. With almost a week of rain, today we will take a look back at the beauty around us from Spring to the end of […]

 Hello! We are hoping our members are in good health.  As Ontario slowly re-opens, WAAC Board of Directors has been working diligently behind the scenes preparing for WAAC’s gradual reopening.  Every activity, every class, every building room, every item are under assessment per government risk guidelines and regulations.  We cannot return to the way we […]

With September here, we are now seeing apple season has arrived and what better way then to ring in the autumn season but with some tasty apple treats. So we will be sharing Apple Recipes through the month of September, starting with a simple and easy Apple Strudel recipe from Allrecipes. This inexpensive recipe will […]

With the weather changing and many of us working in our gardens, arthritis in our hands can leave stiff and in pain. Meredith shares some great stretches to help loosen our hands and reduce the pain of arthritis.

As summer fades and autumn approaches, the hot days of summer turn into the cooler days. What a wonderful time of the year to celebrate a birthday, the as the ever changing sunsets fill the sky while the trees start to array their fall display. We would like to take this time to wish you […]

September has arrived in all it’s glory, remarkable sunrises and sunsets. The days are getting shorter and nights a little longer. Labour day weekend is this weekend which means the school year is approaching. May it be in the classroom setting or home studies children are preparing for another school year. With all this going […]

Are you ready for our 17th addition of Trivia Thursday?  Today’s about Food and Drinks. As usual there will be a list of trivia questions and a short story below which have the answers hidden with in it. Some answers obvious while others might be harder to figure out.   The answers are posted in […]

The end of August and up to Mid October are the most beautiful time of the year. We see the flowers in full bloom while some trees start to show the changing of the season. Birds and butterflies fill the garden landscapes as they start to prepare for their long trip south. It a great […]

Today we are whisked away to Vancouver to visit the Aquarium. The beauty from beneath and above the oceans are revealed to us. From Clown fish to Jelly fish, from sea lions and seals to dolphins and otters, we hope that you enjoy this trip with out the hassles of flying, driving or waiting in […]

It always good to get our hearts pumping and our muscles moving and today Meredith is introducing us to a Brisk Low Impact Cardio Exercises. Below the video please find a short message from Meredith’s team. In this exercise video Meredith is taking you through an easy to follow low impact cardio workout designed to […]

Keeping with our theme of no bake desserts for our last day of August we have a delicious recipe from Tasty. This recipe is a tasty cream treat for peanut butter and chocolate lovers and satisfy their sweet tooth. A Downloadable/Printable version can be found at the end of the recipe. We hope you will enjoy […]

There has been interested in learning Tai Chi: Here is what David has for you today. What’s the best way to start learning Tai Chi? Should you learn a traditional Tai Chi routine step by step? Or should you first get a book or dvd and study the basics? In this video, I show what […]

As we come to the end of August, the days are getting shorter, and new beauty is blooming all around. The sunsets are beautiful and the evenings cooler. Take a break in your life and enjoy little bit of humour. For Our Artist For our Grandmothers For Our Grandfathers For Our Bakers For Our Bingo […]

“Don’t forget! Come on over – Today we have someone at the Centre 8-10am and 2-4pm so you can stop in to pick up personal items. eg. yoga mats, running shoes, slippers, pool cues, etc. New Covid-19 regulations state personal items can no longer be left in the building. Stop on by! As per Chatham […]

Are you ready for our 16th addition of Trivia Thursday?  Today’s is TV and Movie Trivia. As usual there will be a list of trivia questions and a short story below which have the answers hidden with in it. Some answers obvious while others might be harder to figure out.   The answers are posted […]

What a blessing to live in a place where the beauty of nature surrounds us . Today we will be sharing photos from one of our readers as she travels around Chatham-Kent & beyond in 2020 as well as a few of our Cyclist Photographer The beauty and sounds of nature can calm the stress […]

Today we are taking a virtual trip to Toronto to visit the Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada. Where we will see the beauty beneath the Seas and Oceans. From visiting Sharks, Stingrays and many more wonders you will also greeted a special a close up of a Sawfish. We hope that you like this tour of […]

This week Meredith is sharing with us some standing Balance Exercises that builds up strength and flexibility in their core and lower body muscles. Below the video is a Message from Team Meredith about this video. In this exercise video Meredith is going through a great 20 min standing balance challenge routine perfect for anyone […]

Hi, everyone Presently WAAC is developing policies and guidelines for the safe reopening of our Centre. Due to Covid19 guidelines, member’s personal items can no longer be left at the Centre. Examples of personal items include yoga mats, indoor shoes/slippers, pool cues, etc. WAAC asks all members with any personal items at the Centre to […]

Tai Chi anyone? We have found this for those looking for something different in their workout. David Dorian Ross has had an  “illustrious career in competitive tai chi” Today we bring you “a 15-minute seated Tai Chi workout perfect for seniors – or ANYONE at any age.”

Keeping with our theme of no bake desserts to help during these warm days of August we have a unique recipe from Delish. This recipe will not only be a tempting treat for the whole family it will be leaving them wanting S’more. A Downloadable/Printable version can be found at the end of the recipe. […]

This week we have seen wacky storms, warm weather and new flowers blooming. We have seen lemonade stands popping up again and more people getting out and about enjoying the nice weather we had. Yet it always nice to take a moment and enjoy A little Bit Of Humour so enjoy this Friday with a […]

Are you ready for our 15th addition of Trivia Thursday?  Today’s is All About Nature. As usual there will be a list of trivia questions and a short story below which have the answers hidden with in it. Some answers obvious while others might be harder to figure out.   The answers are posted in […]

Here is another segment of the Wonders of Nature around us. Today we will be sharing photos from our Cyclist Photographer and a reader’s photos of her adventures through nature. We hope you enjoy the beauty that can not only bring us comfort but also bring us peace and joy. If you like to join […]

Hi Everyone,Just a reminder that I am still offering frozen soups, entrees and TV dinners as well as fresh, made to order baked goods. I am currently working Mondays Wednesdays and Fridays except for holidays. Business hours are 8-11:30 am on those days. Please call to place an order during those hours, if I do […]

Today for our travels we will be visiting the African Lion Safari and enjoying the wonderful display of animals while we leave the driving to others and the hassles of lines. We hope you enjoy your trip.

Meredith is back to help us strengthen our upper core helping us keep fit and over all strong as we continue through the summer months enjoying the great outdoors.

Keeping with our theme of no bake desserts to help during these warm days of August we have a unique recipe from Sally’s Baking Addiction. This Gluten Free recipe will be a tempting treat for the whole family. It also offers alternatives to nuts and sweeteners. This tasty treat will not last long in any […]

Well it is that time of the week again… With all that is going on, it is time to take a moment and laugh at life. Here is this week’s segment of A Little Bit Of Humour. Sit back, relax and enjoy some Friday Funnies. For the Foodie For the Artistic Foodie Did Some One […]

Are you ready for our 14th addition of Trivia Thursday?  Today is a blast from the past. As usual there will be a list of trivia questions and a short story below which have the answers hidden with in it. Some answers obvious while others might be harder to figure out.   The answers are […]

Things have been moving slowly but today we bring you some important news. We have been in stage 3 for a few weeks now and many of you may have heard the number of cases have risen and a new Mask Bylaw will start on Friday August 14th. New Cases First, let us reassure you […]

Here is another segment of the Wonders of Nature around us. Today we will be sharing photos from our Cyclist Photographer and another member’s photos of her garden. We hope you enjoy the beauty that can not only bring us comfort but also bring us peace and joy. If you like to join in and […]

Welcome to another segment of our virtual visit to the Toronto Zoo.  Today we will do a virtual Safari Drive Thru of the Zoo. What a wonderful way to see the different habitats and and feel like we are out for a wonderful Sunday drive. Sit back, relax and enjoy the wonderful views, while leaving […]

Some morning we just don’t feel like getting out of bed or after a strenuous activity we head right to bed and do not feel like doing our cool down stretches. Meredith brings us today a wonderful way to get stretch in our bed for starting or ending our day.

With the warm weather here many do not want to do to much baking so No Bake Desserts become popular at this time of the year. For the next few weeks we will be sharing some wonderful unique No Bake Desserts. Today we bring you a sweet and salty treat that will not only be […]

August is here and we are seeing the full beauty of summer appear. With the warm sun and birds singing it time to take a moment for a little bit of humour. So grab a cold drink, sit back and enjoy. For the Cat Lovers For the Dog Lover For Beach Lovers For the Golfer

While we would love to share a cake with you at this time we will share a wonderful Birthday blessing to all you August Babies. We hope that you receive your hearts desire as hope is always renewed. May your heart be filled with love, laughter and joy as you celebrate your very special day […]

Are you ready for our 13th addition of Trivia Thursday?  Today is all about the Month of August. As usual there will be a list of trivia questions and a short story below which have the answers hidden with in it. Some answers obvious while others might be harder to figure out.   The answers […]

Since our Ask a Tech Geek is away we decide to fill in the time slot with a wonderful preview of the beauty that is all round us From sunsets to birds, even unique landscapes of farmland and waterways. We hope that you enjoy each segment for the month of August that one of our […]

Family Service Kent is bringing back its popular “Buy One, Get One Free” Frozen Meals promotion during the month of August! The focus is to help older adults (60+) and persons with disabilities (18+) offset some accumulating costs related to the current pandemic. This offer applies to our frozen entrees, breakfast packages, and soups to […]

Welcome to another segment of our virtual visit to the Toronto Zoo. Today we will go to the wolf enclosure. We will meet some little pups frolic around with out a care in the world as mom tend to their needs off and on. We will watch them join the pack as they explore their […]

Meredith is back with an awesome 20 minute seated (chair) work out. A great way to stretch those muscles and work our core with in the safety of a chair or while we relaxing.

Welcome back to another segment of What’s Cooking. With another month before us, and many more day’s of warm weather coming why not make some homemade Raspberry Sorbet to help refresh us on those Dog Days of August. This recipe is easy to adjust to your favourite flavours may it be Black Berries, Blueberries or […]

Another Friday has arrived and July is ending with the heat then the storms, one never know what will come next in Canada. This week we bring you a little bit of Canadian Honour. So grab your Timmies and sit back and have a few laughs. Moving To Canada Canadian Guard Goose A Silver Lining

Are you ready for our 12th addition of Trivia Thursday?  Today is all Canadian Questions. As usual there will be a list of trivia questions and a short story below which have the answers hidden with in it. Some answers obvious while others might be harder to figure out.   The answers are posted in […]

Welcome to another segment of Ask a Tech Geek.  First we want to let you know that for the month of August our Ask A Tech Geek will be on Hiatus as our resident geek is taking a vacation.  Remember that all her segments are published on this site so use the search bar and […]

Welcome. Come let us take a virtual stroll to the the Rhino enclosures and see their Unique beauty. First we will start with a visit to the Indian Rhino and her baby, then a visit the One Horn Rhino with her baby. Lastly a visit with the White Rhino. We hope you enjoy these special […]

We are back with another segment from Meredith teaching us to do some relaxing stretches. With the nice weather many of us are working in our gardens, going for walks or trying new exercise programs. Meredith will teach you how to stretch properly and help you stay fit.

Welcome back to another segment of What’s Cooking. Today we have a wonderful Blueberry Muffin recipe that would a wonderful addition to any breakfast or snack. With fresh blueberry being plentiful this time of the year what better way to celebrate their unique taste. At the end of the recipe you will find a downloadable/printable […]

Can you believe that July is almost coming to an end? We have seen some hot weather and strong storms but have endured. We will continue to overcome what ever is thrown at us with another segment of A Little Bit Of Humour. When You Can’t Get to a Beach You Make One. For Our […]

Are you ready for our 11th addition of Trivia Thursday?  As usual there will be a list of trivia questions and a short story below which have the answers hidden with in it. Some answers obvious while others might be harder to figure out.   The answers are posted in the comment section. Do you […]

Welcome to another addition of Ask A Tech Geek. As technology advances so are the ways scammers operator. The more informed we have about their ways, the less likely they can take advantage of us Today we are going to answer questions concerning Caller ID Spoofing. Why are people calling me and asking me why […]

Today Meredith has a full work out prepared for you. May it be chair exercises, or Cardio, she has you covered. Remember, only work as hard as your body will let you and never over due it.

Today we are going to visit the Zebra enclosure. With a wonderful surprise, a little foal waiting to make you smile. Are they white with black stripes or black with white stripes. Have you ever ponder this question? Welcome to the World Little One Learning to Kick it Up a Notch Finally Has a Name

Welcome back to another segment of What’s Cooking. Today we have a very interesting way to make refrigerator jam with out cooking which is perfect on these hot summer day. Also sugar free which help us control our sugar intake especially for those who are diabetic. Thank you to the visitor who sent us not […]

This week Steve is going to cover fall prevention and how to get up from a fall as well as upper body and core exercises.

It time to bring a little bit of humour into our live and today we have a couple that will give us a blast from the past. Sharing some retro Comic strips from years gone by. Hope this bring a smile to your face as with a quick visit to our childhood and early adult […]

Things have rapidly changed again for us. Starting today, Chatham-Kent and most of the province is moving into stage 3. While Chatham-Kent has moved to stage 3 you must be aware that Lambton and Windsor-Essex are remaining in stage 2.  While many things are sanctioned to open up it is still up to each municipality […]

Are you ready for our 10th addition of Trivia Thursday?  As usual there will be a list of trivia questions and a short story below which have the answers hidden with in it. Some answers obvious while others might be harder to figure out.   The answers are posted in the comment section. Do you […]

Welcome to today’s Ask a Tech Geek. There has been talk about how our smart phones track us. Today we will cover the questions about Google Location History. What it Google Location? Can I turn it off? How do I manage my Google Location History? Can I delete it? With every mobile device, Google use […]

After a small hiatus Steve is back with some more unique ways to stay fit at home. Today he brings us easy balance exercise.

Well it seems like we all like seeing baby animals so for today’s segment of “A Visit to the Toronto Zoo” we are going to become part of the Polar Bear Club. Watch this little one name Juno grow up right before your eyes.

` Many of us deal with Sciatic and Back pain. Meredith is here to help with some gentle exercises. Remember do not over do any exercise nor if you do not feel comfortable doing it. Beginner Stretches For Sciatica / Back Pain Relief | Learning Level For Seniors And Trainers

BBQ weather is in full force with the aroma of foods cooking on the grill fill the air.  Today we have a wonderful delicious barbecue hamburger recipe. Ingredients ¾ cup shredded cheddar cheese ½  cup crumbled cooked bacon 1 envelope onion soup mix 2 pounds lean ground beef Directions In a large bowl, combine the […]

There has been no significant changes in the last 7 days but our researcher has some interesting news on Property Taxes due date and additional drive thru testing centres around Chatham Kent Senior’s Covid Benefit You should have notices that the benefit from the Canadian Government was deposited in your bank account, unless you receive […]

It has been a warm week filled with wonderful Sunsets and a full moon. Hopeful we will receive a bit of of a reprieve from the heat until then sit back with a nice cool drink in a nice cool room and enjoy a bit of humour. Ice cream Anyone Oh The Heat The Summer […]

Are you ready for our 9th addition of Trivia Thursday?  As usual there will be a list of trivia questions and a short story below which have the answers hidden with in it. Some answers obvious while others might be harder to figure out.   The answers are posted in the comment section. Do you […]

Welcome to today’s Ask a Tech Geek.   Today’s questions have to do with the new Covid Tracking App. I heard the government has put a tracking app on our phones? What is this new Covid Tracking App?  Do we have to participate in this new Covid Tracking thing?  Who is tracking us and how are […]

With us being in a heatwave we are all looking for ways to cool down. For today’s segment we are going to visit a baby Hippo while she plays in several pools of water. Sit back and relax watching little Princess Penelope’s water adventures . We hope you enjoy these short videos of this beautiful […]

Let’s bring some fun into our exercise and fitness by add a little bit of Salsa. Senior Fitness with Meredith 30 minute video will guide you to a fun way to exercise with dance. Remember to do only as much as your body will allow you to do and keep yourself safe when doing any […]