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Activities
Arts & Crafts | Cards & Games
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Program Guide
Arts & Crafts
Music Choir – Nepean SongstersThis lively group gets together in the Heritage room at the Centre on Thursdays at 9 a.m. to sing and have a good time. They also entertain in seniors residences, nursing homes and elsewhere. New members are welcome. A small membership fee applies.
Tap Dancing - 55+
If you have already learned the basics of Tap dancing, try Level 2 Tap for more fun and fitness! Pre-requisite—knowledge of basics. Classes at Level 2 are offered every Tuesday at 1:00 p.m. in Hall F during the Fall/Winter/Spring seasons. For information please call the Seniors Centre at 580-2828 ext.2. Registration fees apply.
Line Dancing
A variety of line dances are taught every Monday at 11:00 a.m. during the Fall/Winter/Spring seasons. No experience necessary. For more information call the Seniors Centre at 580-2828 ext. 2. Registration fees apply.
Creative Crafts
Thursday mornings from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., the Meeting Room at the Centre is a buzz of chatter and activity. The ladies of the Craft Club get together to knit, crochet, sew or quilt various projects. Many of our finished crafts are on display and are for sale in the showcase in the Heritage Room.
During the past year, the sales from these crafts have brought in over $2,100. This money was turned over to the Management Board for use in helping to finance their many projects for the betterment of all our seniors. The crafters also finish unfinished objects, knit hundreds of hats, scarves, mitts and sweaters for charity and are now also involved in tying and binding quilts for Victoria's Quilts.
If you have a few hours to spare, please join us for friendship, coffee and to lend a helping hand. New ideas are always welcome! There is no fee to participate, but you must be a Centre member.
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Card/Board Games
Note: To take part in these activities, you must purchase a membership to the Nepean Seniors Recreation Centre, which is only $24 for a calendar year. After that, you just pay a nominal drop-in fee each time you participate in the activity. For more information about any of these games, please call the Seniors Centre at 580-2828 ext.2.Contract Bridge
This friendly group of retired adults, gather for contract bridge on Wednesdays at 1:00p.m. in the Heritage Room at the Sportsplex. The season runs from September to May, during which time scores are recorded. Play re-commences during the summer months on a drop-in basis.
Cribbage
Let’s play Cribbage! The season runs from September to May. During the summer months, Cribbage is still played on a drop-in basis. Games are every Tuesday and Thursday at 1:00 p.m. in the Heritage room.
Duplicate Bridge
Players meet in various locations at the Sportsplex. As usual in Duplicate bridge, each table plays the same, predetermined hand and results are decided by best scores of the various pairs. Games are every Wednesday 7:00 p.m. Thursday & Friday 1:00 p.m. Sunday 12:30 p.m.
Euchre
Join this friendly group at the Nepean Seniors Recreation Centre for a round of four or six-hand Euchre. This group meets year round on Tuesdays at 1:00 p.m.
Fun Bridge
A group of non-competitive adults gather to play bridge. Bring your own partner or develop a partnership after you arrive. A good way for beginners to perfect the lessons learned at basic bridge classes. Runs year ‘round on Fridays at 1:00 p.m.
‘500’ Card Game
Eager players come out to play this fun game. All newcomers are welcome. Play takes place in the Heritage room on Thursdays at 1 p.m.
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Health & Fitness
For additional information about any of these programs, please call the Seniors Centre at 580-2828 ext.2.Heart Study
Heart Study for those over 70. Click link for more information. Heart Study
Chair-ercise
A chair-assisted program designed to improve muscle tone, flexibility and endurance. The program is ideal for those with arthritis, osteoporosis or just starting to exercise. When combined with a walking program, it is an excellent alternative to low-impact aerobics. Why not try it and start on the road to a healthier lifestyle! Wednesdays and Fridays, 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. throughout the year. Registration fees apply.
Tai Chi
It is believed that the practice of Tai Chi develops both body and mind in harmony to produce a feeling of wellbeing. Movements are gentle, rhythmic and relaxing. Wear loose, comfortable clothing (sweatsuits are fine) and soft-soled shoes. Sessions are held in the Heritage Room on Tuesdays during the Fall/Winter/Spring sessions. Registration fees apply.
Level 1 - 11:00 a.m.
Level 2 - 10:00 a.m.
Level 3 - 9:00 a.m.
You are welcome to come and watch a class to see what it is all about before joining.
Snowshoeing and Cross Country Skiing
Keep active in the winter months. We use the trails behind the Sportsplex on Mondays at 10:30 am and Fridays at 1 pm during the Winter session. There is no charge for this activity, but you must be a member of the Nepean Seniors Recreation Centre. If you are interested, please call the Seniors Centre at 613-580-2828 ext 2.
Walking Club
Walking is a wonderful form of exercise. This club meets every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday morning at 9:30 a.m. at the Seniors Centre, in the Spring/Summer/Fall seasons. Everyone walks at their own pace while enjoying the beautiful trails behind the Nepean Sportsplex. There is no charge for this club, but you must be a member of the Nepean Seniors Recreation Centre. For more information, please call the Seniors Centre at 613-580-2828 ext 2.
Nordic Walking
Low-impact, high-energy ultimate workout that enhances your walking with 20-40% more caloric expenditure. Excellent for cardio, posture and upper body strength because of the use of Nordic poles. Must be able to walk for 45 minutes. Poles provided. Friday mornings at 10 a.m. at the Seniors Centre, in the Spring/Summer/Fall seasons.. Registration fees apply. For more information, please call the Seniors Centre at 613-580-2828 ext 2.
Cycling Club
This club is geared towards those active seniors who haven’t been cycling in awhile or are looking for a social group in which to cycle with once a week. The rides take place on the many cycling paths that the City of Ottawa has to offer on Tuesdays at 9:00 a.m. during the Spring/Summer/Fall seasons. There is no charge for this club, but you must be a member of the Nepean Seniors Recreation Centre. For more information, please call the Seniors Centre at 613-580-2828 ext 2.
Foot Care Clinics
We offer, in partnership with Nepean Support Services, Foot Care Clinics the first and last Wednesday of each month. For more information or to book an appointment, please call Dee at 613-829-1133.
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Special Events
Standing Committee on Fundraising
The Fundraising Committee puts on a number of events that help raise money for the Volunteer Management Board, which in turn helps out the Centre. Below is a description of some of the activities/events they are involved in regularly. They also have been involved with dances, variety shows and Murder Mystery dinners.
Attendance Draw
The draw occurs every two weeks on Friday (except when there is a statutory holiday). There is a box in the Heritage room in the Seniors Centre. All you have to do is put in your Loonie during the two-week period and register your name in the book on top of the attendance draw box, then hope your name is drawn. You can’t win if you don’t play! If no one wins within 10 draws, on that 10th draw we will continue to draw numbers until a winner has been established. The winner shares half of the money that is in the box.
Military Whist
One Friday a month from September until June, the Centre holds a Military Whist tournament, 7 – 10 p.m. You can buy a ticket as an individual or as a team of four players. Refreshments are served plus you have a chance to win cash prizes, all for the low ticket price of $6.00! For dates of upcoming Whists, check the Calendar of Events or call the Seniors Centre at 613-580-2828 ext 2.
Rideau Carleton Raceway Slots Trips
Three times a year, in March, June and October, the Fundraising Committee organizes a trip to the Slots. Tickets are $12.00 for members and $15.00 for non-members. For that price you get bus transportation from the Centre and return, as well as $15.00 in vouchers. To top it all off, the all-you-can-eat buffet meal is only $9.99! The bus picks up at the Centre at 4:00 p.m. and leaves from the Slots at 8:30 p.m. The next trip is Tuesday, October 5, 2010. See the attached Rideau Carleton Slots flyer for more information.
Winter Blahs Bash
Come in out of the cold for a fun day with friends at the Winter Blahs Bash every February. Enjoy a variety of activites, lunch, dessert and door prizes.
Canada Day Barbecue
Happy Canada Day! Come celebrate with friends, enjoy great food and entertainment. Wear your best red & white outfit!
Christmas Dinner
Celebrate the season with your friends from the Seniors Centre, and enjoy a wonderful evening featuring a 3-course meal, drinks, entertainment and door prizes.
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Sports
Note: To take part in these activities, you must purchase a membership to the Nepean Seniors Recreation Centre, which is only $24 for a calendar year. After that, you just pay a nominal drop-in fee each time you participate in the activity. For more information about any of these activities, please call the Seniors Centre at 580-2828 ext.2.Carpet Bowling
Join us on the Concourse in the Nepean Sportsplex for a game of Carpet Bowling. The season runs from late September to the end of April on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 1:00 p.m.
Curling
Pay as you play! The session starts at the end of October and runs to the end of March. Tuesdays & Thursdays starting at 9:00 a.m.
Five-Pin Bowling
Bowlers meet every Monday starting in mid-September at the Merivale Bowling Lanes. Teams are made up on arrival. Play starts at 1:00 p.m.
Floor Shuffleboard
Players interested in mixed play meet regularly the year ‘round on Mondays & Wednesdays at 1:00 pm at the Nepean Sportsplex Concourse. Novice players are welcome and will be given basic instruction of the game if required at no extra charge.
Bocce
Come on out on Tuesday evenings at 6:30 p.m. and enjoy a few games of Bocce in the great outdoors. Never played? It’s similar to lawn bowling, but you can play it on any patch of grass. Why not give it a try? The season runs from May until the end of September.