Delbrook, a place for seniors

OVER THE past year the
Delbrook Community Cen-
tre at 600 W. Queens Rd.,
has.*been developing pro-
grams and activities for the
seniors’ set.

The response has becit ter-
tific: ‘square dance classes, a
pottery studio, a bridge club,
a drawing and painting stu-
dio, elderobics fitness and
cooking «classes are. also.
becoming established

ativities at the Centre.

‘Programs for seniors are
a good start,*’ says Geri
Fitch, Centre Coordinator,
“tut we're really aiming at
making Delbrook into a
place where seniors can par-
ticipate as well as meet, plan
and socialize together on an
informal basis.’’

Fitch recognizes that the
concept of a Seniors Centre

-at Delbrook is just beginning

McDougall gym

A. -NEW improved — gym-
nasium. and. rental facility is
re-opening with the North

‘Vancouver Recreation.

Commission.

“Mickey "McDougall Gym

nasium has. just ° recently.

‘ ‘completed “major renova- :
tions :to. bring ‘the ‘best in;

fitness and party services to
. North Shore residents.

. Fitness- enthusiasts: “will,
now: enjoy the -latest. and”

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mirrored. wall to provide
better views of the instruc-

‘tor’s directions and for’ im-

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Renovations: are . now ¢

complete as well in the
Mickey McDougall Activity
Room, including an updated
fully outfitted kitchen
featuring new counter and
cupboard space, improved

food presentation and serv-

“And last year 900
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but she has exciting plans for
the future. ‘‘I can see people
preparing. lunch, adding and
planning trips to art shows
together - even their own art
exhibition for the commun-
ity.””

‘Staff are also hoping to
offer seniors day trips to
various places next year in-
cluding Expo. They’re open
to ideas and very flexible
with daytime facility use, but

reopens

ing areas and installation of
a wet bar. The activity room
can seat 200 for weddings or
parties. For information call
988-6160.

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believe that if Delbrook is
going to develop into a
significant Seniors Centre it
will come from the seniors
themselves.

For more information call
984-4181,

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