Start the year off by joining the Kent Street Activity Centre. 2024 memberships are on sale.
A $42 year membership gives you an opportunity to participate in 17 different activity groups, receive member pricing for all Kent Street Activity Centre special events and receive $5 off any day excursion. Come check us out and discover all the amazing activities and programs we have to offer. Call 604-541-2199 for more information.
• January is a good time to take on a new challenge and learn a new skill. The Kent Street Activity Centre is offering an Introduction to Photography course beginning Feb. 28, 7-9 p.m. Join instructor Chris Leach and learn about the exposure triangle of aperture, shutter speed and ISO. Principles of composition will be explored each session along with how different types of photography – landscape, portrait, sports and wildlife – all demand different techniques and gear. Register online at whiterockcity.ca/register or call 604-541-2199.
• The Kent Street Senior Society is asking for donations of books for the upcoming book and bake sale on Saturday, Feb. 10, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Kent Street Activity Centre auditorium. Hundreds of gently used books in virtually all categories will be sold at very reasonable prices. All proceeds from the sale go to support Kent Street Activity Centre’s projects and programs for seniors living in the community.
• Are you looking for a fun activity to join, get some exercise and meet some new friends? Drop into the Kent Street Activity Centre every Wednesday and Friday from 10 a.m. to noon for some Carpet Bowling. Don’t worry if you have never played before. This friendly group will help you learn how to play the game. After Carpet Bowling enjoy a delicious lunch or snack in the Kent Street Coffee Shop. Call 604-541-2231 for more information.
• Join Cathy Donn Herrera, a registered Holistic Nutritionist and Fitness Expert for a variety of interactive workshops, to learn strategies that you can implement today for a healthier lifestyle. Mondays, 2:30-3:30 p.m. starting Jan. 15 at the Kent Street Activity Centre. Call 604-541-2199 to register or online at whiterockcity.ca/register
• The first Wednesday night dance of the year will be on Jan. 10 when the Alpiners take the stage. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., with social dancing 7-9:30 p.m. Cost is only $7 for Kent Street Activity Centre members or $9 for non-members. Call 604-541-2199 for more information.
• Have you always wanted to learn Spanish, but did not know where to start? Beginner Spanish with instructor Carlos Rabago begins Thursday, Jan. 25, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30p.m. at the Kent Street Activity CentreCall 604-541-2199 to register or online at whiterockcity.ca/register
The Kent Street Activity Centre, located at 1475 Kent St., is open to persons 55 years of age or better. For more information, call the Centre at 604-541-2231.