Seniors Week discover. imagine. together. 14–20 October 2019

THE More than 112,000 Tasmanians are enjoying the rewards of being a Seniors Card holder… so what are you waiting for?!

Throughout the year, and especially during How do I get a Seniors Card? Seniors Week 2019, Seniors Card holders can enjoy a wide range of benefits with more If you are a Tasmanian resident aged 60 and than 650 businesses across the state offering over and are retired or not working more than discounts on products and services. 20 hours a week in paid employment then you could be eligible for a Tasmanian Government The 2019–2020 Seniors Card Directory Seniors Card. was released in December 2018 and is available from Service Libraries To apply for a card call into any Service and local government offices. You can also Tasmania service centre with three pieces of have a copy sent direct to you by phoning identification – one with your date of birth and 1300 13 55 13. one showing proof of your Tasmanian address – and complete an application form. A Service New businesses are always joining the Tasmania officer will witness your form and Seniors Card Program so it’s worth once approved give you a receipt that acts as regularly checking online for updates at a temporary Seniors Card. This enables you to www.seniors.tas.gov.au and following start accessing discounts immediately including us on Facebook. during Seniors Week! Service Tasmania (If you’re not too familiar with the internet, can also help with change of addresses and Seniors Week is a great time to visit your applying for a replacement card. local Library or Online Access Centre for For more information please call us on lessons about searching online!) 1300 13 55 13.

Communities Sport and Recreation wwwDepartment.communications.tas.g of Communitiesov.au Tasmania This program is intended as an information source only. COTA Tasmania, its office bearers, staff and volunteers do Message from the minister not endorse and make no guarantee as to the suitability or quality of the goods and services offered by the organisations and Seniors Week presents us with a businesses listed in this program. perfect opportunity to celebrate While every effort has been made to and acknowledge the valuable ensure that the information contained role and contribution of Seniors. in this program is accurate and up- to-date, the information is subject to It also provides each of us with change without notification and at the the chance to discover new sole discretion of the service provider. connections and revisit those COTA Tasmania, its office bearers, staff precious connections within the and volunteers do not accept any liability for any loss, howsoever arising, from the community that we have already use of or reliance upon the information established. ‘Connections’ is contained in this program. therefore a very fitting theme for Users should independently verify the Seniors Week 2019! information before using or acting in Many organisations offering reliance on it. During this year’s Seniors Seniors Week activities are Week, I encourage everyone to Event listings run by volunteers. Volunteers consider trying a new or different play a vital role in supporting This program contains a comprehensive activity of interest. With over listing of Seniors Week events throughout our valuable community Tasmania. Every effort has been made 500 activities and events being organisations and events. to ensure correct listings, but it is offered across Tasmania during recommended that details be confirmed Seniors Week, there are plenty of Volunteering itself can be another prior to attending events. opportunities to connect, engage way to connect, whether it be Other events and explore with others in the by helping out at community In some parts of the State, activities have community around you. events or teaming up with other been planned in addition to those in this volunteers to make a difference on official program. Please check with your This might be the ideal time to matters important to you. local council, community groups and connect with that community local newspapers for information about group you have been thinking The Tasmanian Government any other events that may be held in your recognises the invaluable community. about joining for some time. Community connections can be role of Council on the Ageing Special access formed by joining a group with Tasmania (COTA) in supporting People with disabilities or requiring special similar interests to your own, and older Tasmanians to participate access should contact the event organiser getting together to share ideas and connect in the community. prior to attendance. and learn. Congratulations to COTA for Transport for seniors coordinating a very comprehensive Joining a sport and recreation program of activities and events On the North West coast, the operators organisation is always good for of Merseylink are once again most once again and a big thank you to generously providing free bus services to maintaining physical and mental all the businesses, organisations Seniors Card holders during Seniors Week. health and overall wellbeing, and and individuals involved in ensuring getting to know others in the Seniors Week 2019 is a success. Public liability community. Event organisers should have appropriate I warmly encourage Tasmanians insurance cover while participating in For many years, Seniors Week has of all ages to take part and make Seniors Week including, but not limited offered technology lessons. People to, public liability insurance. While COTA connections! Tasmania is responsible for coordinating now regularly connect socially and promoting Seniors Week, individual and conduct business online and event organisers are responsible for all Seniors Week provides a good insurances for their own specific activity. opportunity to consider learning guide to symbols more about this exciting area. FREE EVENT = GOLD COIN DONATION = Program produced by COTA Tasmania ‘Westella’, 181, Elizabeth St, 7000 Entry or participation fees may apply to all (03) 6231 3265 | www.cotatas.org.au Roger Jaensch other events. If booking details are stated, Design: Kelly Eijdenberg Minister for Disability Services and bookings are essential. Events may be Printing: newspaper cancelled if no bookings are received. Packaging: Mercury Walch Community Development

SENIORS WEEK 2019 3 We also welcome back Welcome to the 22nd TasNetworks, The Senior Give us your Tasmania newspaper, MerseyLink feedback— tell us annual Seniors Week! Coaches and Australia Post, the latter massively enhancing our your stories This year’s Seniors Week over- statewide program availability and arching theme is “Connections” distribution process. How has Seniors Week and COTA Tasmania has Without these valued supporters enriched your life? Why do encouraged this year’s organisers COTA Tasmania simply could you support Seniors Week? to adopt the community not facilitate this unique What ongoing friendships/ connections theme where annual activities program for networks have you gained as practical. older Tasmanians. So, you are a result of Seniors Week? Tell COTA Tasmania reaches out into encouraged to support these us – we’d love to hear your the community in many ways, and wonderful sponsors as well as stories and suggestions! Send we will be proudly showcasing our the program advertisers whose us a note or email. many and various activities, plus participation is also appreciated To help us ensure the ongoing some of our primary associates, and valued. success and sustainability of at an Expo as part of the official I want to acknowledge our small Seniors Week and maintain its Seniors Week public and media but dedicated team at COTA for place as a leading Tasmanian launch in Launceston on 1 October their commitment to making major event, we encourage – the official International Day of Seniors Week as varied, accessible feedback from organisers and Older Persons. and enjoyable as possible. They patrons. Our project officers will be on hand look forward to meeting some of So, when attending Seniors to meet and advise guests about you at the COTA Expo and official Week events, please take their specialist project area, so launch event in Launceston on 1 the opportunity to seek and we do hope you and your friends October – the International Day of complete an official survey can join us for this special free Older Persons – or perhaps seeing form. We plan to have a expo event in Launceston, which you out and about at an event in number of our fantastic will include the recently launched Seniors Week. volunteers at selected events and acclaimed Ageing My Way I also thank the hundreds of event taking photos and assisting exhibition, which uses photos and organisers for their efforts in patrons to fill out the survey, brief text to tell the stories of some making this 22nd Annual Seniors which takes less than two older Tasmanians as they age. Week another exciting, varied and minutes to complete. Event We hope you enjoy this guide; we successful week of activities for organisers will distribute and have listened to your feedback older Tasmanians. collect, and return to COTA. and have retained its proven, We proudly continue to use Alternatively, you can access reader-friendly format and again the tagline: Discover. Imagine. the survey form from the included the popular Daily Planner, Together because we continue to COTA Tasmania website: which allows you to more easily believe that this phrase perfectly www.cotatasmania.org.au identify the events that appeal and represents the spirit of Seniors make your Seniors Week activity Week events, whether they be COTA Tasmania planning a breeze! creative, information-based or a “Westella” 181 Elizabeth We immensely value our Seniors physical activity. Or simply getting Street, Hobart TAS 7000 Week supporters, foremost the connected with old and new [email protected] Tasmanian Government, which had friends! (03) 6231 3265 the vision to start this wonderful Whatever you do in Seniors Week activities program for seniors 22 this year, we hope you do indeed, years ago and which continues discover, imagine and enjoy – and to support COTA Tasmania in connect – together. presenting the annual Seniors Week program to a growing annual Cheers, participation audience of about Sue Leitch 10,000 Tasmanians! Chief Executive Officer, COTA

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11:00am Tuesday 1 October Tramsheds Reception Centre 4 Invermay Road, Inveresk Connect with COTA: get advice, find Liveable Communities Toolkit and information and join us for a cuppa! the new Community Activities webpage. The Seniors Week theme this year This year the official launch event is Connections – and connecting doubles as an official COTA expo. COTA Tasmania’s experienced Aged Care Know-how team will be there is something COTA Tasmania This special event is again made does very well via our many and to offer advice. We also plan to have possible by the support of our representatives from government various projects and activities longtime major sponsor, The around the state. services that work with COTA in the Senior newspaper, whose October delivery of some our programs. So with that in mind, COTA is edition will available at the event. The launch/expo will give northern inviting community members COTA’s experienced and highly in the north of the state (in Tasmanians an opportunity to regarded project officers will check out COTA’s Ageing My Way particular!) to join us at the official be at the expo with an array of media and public launch of 2019 photographic exhibition, featuring important printed information brief stories and photographs about Seniors Week at the Tramsheds and a keenness to speak with reception centre in Launceston the ageing experience of older guests about the benefits of Tasmanians. on Tuesday 1 October at 11:00am. our statewide programs. Guests The expo will start immediately This is a wonderful opportunity will learn about COTA’s six Peer after the 11:00am official launch for older Tasmanians in the state’s Education programs, Elder ceremony with morning tea provided. north to come along and see what Abuse Prevention program . COTA does, meet our team and including the annual Walks Admission is free get some great advice. And have Against Elder Abuse, or the RSVPs are preferred for catering a cuppa with us! extensive Active Ageing purposes: [email protected] program, which includes the or 6231 3265. Don’t be left in the dark about power outage safety and preparation

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SENIORS WEEK 2019 7 Win a Greencard for Seniors Week! Travel to Seniors Week on us!

EXCLUSIVE SENIORS WEEK GIVE-AWAY COTA Tasmania is helping older Existing Greencard holders are eligible to Tasmanians to connect with Seniors enter the draw. If their entry is drawn they Week – and each other – by giving will have $5 credit added to their card, away hundreds of Greencards with while winners without a Greencard will $5 credit for travel on Metro and receive a new Greencard worth $5, loaded Tassielink coaches. with $5 credit. New cards will be posted to winners immediately after the draw. The promotion is open to anybody holding a current To enter you must complete all details in Tasmanian Seniors Card. the official entry form, either online via our website www.cotatas.org.au or by To be in the draw you first have calling COTA between 10:00am and to answer four simple questions 2:00pm Monday to Friday on 6231 3265. about your public transport use, provide your Seniors Card number A staff member will ask you the brief survey and, if applicable, your current questions and obtain your Seniors Card Greencard details. You will have and Greencard details (if applicable) to to provide some basic details make an online entry on your behalf. if you don’t have a Greencard. The online entry form will be on the COTA website from Wednesday 4 September. Winners will be randomly drawn at COTA Tasmania, 181 Elizabeth Street, Hobart, on Friday 20 September.

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MONDAY 14th October 8:00am–12:30pm Spinal Screening Click on the event title to see the full listing KINGSTON p46 8:00am–6:00pm Spinal Screening HOBART p44 8:30am–6:00pm Balance Assessment HOBART p41 9:00am–4:30pm Free Hearing Checks HOBART p43 9:00am–5:00pm Free Hearing Checks BELLERIVE p33 9:00am–5:00pm Jurassic Garden and Nature Museum p34 9:00am–5:00pm Free Hearing Checks GLENORCHY p39 9:00am–5:00pm Free Hearing Test and Exclusive Hearing Technology Preview HOBART p43 9:00am–5:00pm Huon Regional Care Art Exhibition @ Library HUONVILLE p45 9:00am–5:00pm Free Hearing Checks SORELL p57 9:00am–5:30pm Eastlands Shopping Centre ROSNY p56 9:00am–5:30pm Northgate Shopping Centre GLENORCHY p38 9:30am–1:00pm Clarence U3A Open Days ROSNY p55 9:30am–10:30am Move It Easy Exercises BATTERY POINT p32 9:30am–10:30am Staying Active — A Fun, Low to Moderate Group Exercise Class CLAREMONT p35 9:30am–5:00pm Library Books to Your Home KINGSTON p49 9:40am–3:00pm Bushwalk Knocklofty HOBART p42 10:00am 3 Day Seniors Sailing on the Lady Nelson HOBART p44 10:00am–11:00am Trove — Go on Your Own Treasure Hunt! HOBART p42 10:00am–12:00pm Discover and Imagine through the Arts BELLERIVE p33 10:00am–12:00pm Cards and Board Games DODGES FERRY p35 10:00am–12:00pm Coffee, Cake and Computers — Be Connected Basic Computing GLENORCHY p38 10:00am–2:30pm U3A Kingborough Open Day KINGSTON p48 10:30am–11:25am The Old Songs You Love to Sing MARGATE p51 10:30am–11:30am Pryme Active GLENORCHY p39 10:30am–11:30am Circuit — A Group Exercise Class p52 10:30am–11:30am Fit & Strong 4 Life NORTH HOBART p54 10:30am–12:00pm Calm Water Sail on the Yukon FRANKLIN p36 11:00am–12:00pm Easy Exercise to Peaceful Music BATTERY POINT p32 11:00am–12:00pm Find Out About Lawn Bowls KINGSTON p48 11:00am–2:00pm Staying Active and Eating for Energy WEST MOONAH p60 11:15am–12:15pm Move It Easy Exercises BELLERIVE p33

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MONDAY 14th October (CONTiNUED) 11:30am–1:00pm Pétanque in the Park SANDY BAY p57 1:00pm–3:00pm Come and Try Croquet NEW TOWN p53 1:30pm–3:00pm Cruise FRANKLIN p36 1:30pm–4:00pm Trash and Treasure Community Stall KINGSTON p48 2:00pm–2:55pm The Old Songs You Love to Sing LINDISFARNE p50 2:00pm–3:30pm Helpful Technology for Communicating ROSNY p56 2:00pm–4:00pm See Me, Know Me — Conversations Over High Tea HOBART p45 2:30pm–4:00pm Mega BUPA Bingo SOUTH HOBART p58 3:00pm–4:00pm Captain Cook — The Endeavour and Local Connections KINGSTON p48 3:00pm–4:30pm Calm Water Sail on the Yukon FRANKLIN p36 6:30pm–8:00pm Tai Chi and Medical Qigong GLENORCHY p39 7:00pm–10:00pm Mahjong Club of Hobart Open Night SANDY BAY p57 7:30pm–9:45pm Sing Australia Singalong NEW TOWN p53 TUESDAY 15th October 8:00am–12:30pm Spinal Screening KINGSTON p46 8:00am–6:00pm Spinal Screening HOBART p44 8:30am–6:00pm Balance Assessment HOBART p41 9:00am–4:00pm Australian Hearing Bus @ Huonville Library HUONVILLE p45 9:00am–5:00pm Free Hearing Test and Exclusive Hearing Technology Preview BELLERIVE p33 9:00am–5:00pm Free Hearing Checks BELLERIVE p33 9:00am–5:00pm Jurassic Garden and Nature Museum BRUNY ISLAND p34 9:00am–5:00pm Free Hearing Checks GLENORCHY p39 9:00am–5:00pm Free Hearing Test and Exclusive Hearing Technology Preview HOBART p43 9:00am–5:00pm Huon Regional Care Art Exhibition @ Huonville Library HUONVILLE p45 9:00am–5:00pm Free Hearing Checks SORELL p57 9:00am–5:30pm Eastlands Shopping Centre ROSNY p56 9:00am–5:30pm Northgate Shopping Centre GLENORCHY p38 9:30am–10:30am Staying Active — A Fun, Low to Moderate Group Exercise Class CLAREMONT p35 9:30am–10:30am Move It Easy Exercises LENAH VALLEY p50 9:30am–12:30pm Great Food and Film Morning NORTH HOBART p54 10:00am–2:30pm U3A Kingborough Open Day KINGSTON p48

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TUESDAY 15th October (CONTiNUED) 10:00am–11:00am Healthy Hearts GLENORCHY p39 10:00am–11:30am Blundstone Arena Tours BELLERIVE p33 10:00am–12:00pm Discover and Imagine Through the Arts BELLERIVE p33 10:00am–12:00pm Brain Gym, Online Games and Virtual Reality BRIDGEWATER p34 10:00am–12:00pm Laymen’s Online Skills DODGES FERRY p35 10:00am–12:00pm Seniors Morning Tea and Putting Competition ROSNY p56 10:15am–11:15am Staying Active — A Fun, Low to Moderate Group Exercise Class NEW NORFOLK p52 10:30am–1:00pm Blundstone Boot Walk RISDON VALE p55 10:30am–11:30am Narryna’s Convict Women BATTERY POINT p32 10:30am–11:30am Mastering Your Device ROKEBY p55 10:30am–11:30am Mastering Your Device SORELL p57 10:30am–12:00pm Calm Water Sail on the Yukon FRANKLIN p36 11:00am–11:45am Colonial Connections HOBART p41 11:00am–12:00pm Staying Active — A Fun, Low to Moderate Group Exercise Class GOODWOOD p40 11:00am–12:00pm Discover a World of Treasures at Allport Library HOBART p43 11:00am–12:00pm Markree House and Garden Tour HOBART p32 11:00am–12:00pm Get to Know the Libraries Tasmania eLibrary GLENORCHY p40 11:00am–12:00pm Tai Chi KINGSTON p47 11:00am–12:00pm Release and Relax WEST HOBART p59 11:00am–3:30pm Peppermint Bay Lunch Cruise HOBART p42 11:15am–12:15pm Move It Easy Exercises KINGSTON p49 12:00pm–1:00pm Meet and Greet BBQ @ Huonville Library HUONVILLE p45 12:00pm–1:30pm A Long Lunch with Ngaire and Martin HOBART p41 12:00pm–2:00pm Carers Tasmania – Monthly Support Group for Carers KINGSTON p48 12:15pm–1:00pm Popular Pipes HOBART p44 12:30pm–1:30pm Staying Active — A Fun, Low to Moderate Group Exercise Class CHIGWELL p34 12:30pm–1:30pm Discover the Power of Early Planning for Aged Care HOBART p41 12:30pm–2:00pm Community Lunch and Quiz WEST MOONAH p60 1:00pm–2:30pm Blundstone Arena Tours BELLERIVE p33 1:00pm–3:00pm Indoor Bowls KINGSTON p48 1:00pm–4:00pm Succulent Wreath Demonstration for Seniors SOUTH HOBART p58 1:30pm–3:00pm Huon River Cruise FRANKLIN p36

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Over 25 organisations from the health, wellbeing and community industry • Free entry, free sausage sizzle, free Devonshire Tea and lots of giveaways! Daily Planner: South

TUESDAY 15th October (CONTiNUED) 2:00pm–3:00pm Book Chat — Share Your Favourite Books and Authors GLENORCHY p40 2:00pm–3:00pm Discover Your Family History ROSNY p56 2:00pm–3:00pm Big on Balance WEST HOBART p59 2:00pm–3:15pm Peace Education Program KINGSTON p46 2:00pm–3:30pm Seniors Bingo NEW NORFOLK p52 2:00pm–3:30pm Croquet for Fun, Fitness and Friendship SANDY BAY p56 2:00pm–4:00pm Learn to Draw NORTH HOBART p53 2:30pm–4:00pm High Tea at BUPA SOUTH HOBART p58 3:00pm–4:30pm Calm Water Sail on the Yukon FRANKLIN p36 4:00pm–4:30pm Come and Try Pilates GLENORCHY p36 6:00pm–7:30pm Fun, Fellowship and Fulfilment through Rotary NORTH HOBART p54 WEDNESDAY 16th October 8:00am–2:00pm Spinal Screening HOBART p44 8:30am–9:15am Come and Try Tai Chi GLENORCHY p37 8:30am–6:00pm Balance Assessment HOBART p41 9:00am–3:00pm Celebrating Seniors Week – Be Connected: Volunteer! NORTH HOBART p54 9:00am–5:00pm Free Hearing Checks BELLERIVE p33 9:00am–5:00pm Jurassic Garden and Nature Museum BRUNY ISLAND p34 9:00am–5:00pm Free Hearing Checks GLENORCHY p39 9:00am–5:00pm Free Hearing Test and Exclusive Hearing Technology Preview HOBART p43 9:00am–5:00pm Huon Regional Care Art Exhibition @ Huonville Library HUONVILLE p45 9:00am–5:00pm Free Hearing Checks SORELL p57 9:00am–5:30pm Eastlands Shopping Centre ROSNY p56 9:00am–5:30pm Northgate Shopping Centre GLENORCHY p38 9:30am–10:30am Staying Active — A Fun, Low to Moderate Group Exercise Class CLAREMONT p35 9:30am–10:30am Move It Easy Exercises GLENORCHY p38 9:30am–10:30am Peace Education Program HOBART p44 9:30am–10:30am Big on Balance WEST HOBART p59 9:30am–11:30am Understanding Your Age Pension LINDISFARNE p50 9:30am–1:00pm Clarence U3A Open Days ROSNY p55 9:30am–3:30pm Walk — The Springs to Junction Cabin (Return) MT WELLINGTON p52

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WEDNESDAY 16th October (CONTINUED) 9:45am–3:00pm Op Shop Crawl (Bus Tour) WEST MOONAH p61 10:00am–11:30am Blundstone Arena Tours BELLERIVE p33 10:00am–12:00pm Discover and Imagine Through the Arts BELLERIVE p33 10:00am–12:00pm Allied Health Information Session GLENORCHY p37 10:00am–12:00pm Making Cards for Friends,Family and Christmas GLENORCHY p39 10:00am–12:00pm Knitting Group GLENORCHY p40 10:00am–5:00pm Community Care Tasmania Roadshow ROSNY p56 10:30am–11:30am Are You Too Clever to Be Scammed? HOBART p40 10:30am–11:30am Narryna’s Convict Women BATTERY POINT p32 10:30am–11:30am Mastering Your Device CLARENDON VALE p35 10:30am–11:30am Fit & Strong 4 Life NORTH HOBART p54 10:30am–12:00pm Calm Water Sail on the Yukon FRANKLIN p36 10:50am–2:00pm E–Bike Coffee Club Goes to MONA HOBART p42 11:00am–11:45am Not So Easy HOBART p41 11:00am–12:00pm Staying Active — A Fun, Low to Moderate Group Exercise Class GLENORCHY p38 11:00am–12:00pm Tour of Theatre Royal HOBART p43 11:00am–12:00pm Empowering Seniors — Staying Active at any Age KINGSTON p49 11:00am–4:00pm Hearing Australia Bus — Free Hearing Checks KINGSTON p47 11:00am–5:00pm Visualising the Future of the ROSNY p55 11:30am–1:30pm Sing Australia Kingston KINGSTON p47 12:00pm–2:00pm Pétanque in the Northern Suburbs CLAREMONT p35 12:00pm–2:00pm Seniors Week Lunch WARRANE p59 1:00pm–1:45pm Museum Alive! HOBART p42 1:00pm–2:00pm Healthy Ageing Workshop HOBART p42 1:00pm–2:00pm Caring for your Inner Self in the Age of Wisdom TRIABUNNA p59 1:00pm–2:30pm Blundstone Arena Tours BELLERIVE p33 1:00pm–4:00pm Explore your Family History Connections BELLERIVE p32 1:30pm–3:00pm Huon River Cruise FRANKLIN p36 2:00pm–2:45pm Museum Alive! HOBART p42 2:00pm–3:00pm Years Ahead with RACT HOBART p41 2:00pm–3:00pm Book Chat KINGSTON p49 2:00pm–3:00pm Release and Relax WEST HOBART p59

16 SENIORS WEEK 2019 • DAILY PLANNER • EVENTS IN THE SOUTH Daily Planner: South Daily Planner: South

WEDNESDAY 16th October (CONTINUED) 2:00pm–3:30pm Learn to 3D Design — Create a Bookmark GLENORCHY p39 2:30pm BUPA Post-Vintage Car Club Display SOUTH HOBART p58 2:30pm–4:00pm Love your Library Tour @ Rosny Library ROSNY p56 3:00pm–4:30pm Calm Water Sail on the Yukon FRANKLIN p36 3:00pm–7:00pm Spinal Screening KINGSTON p46 THURSDAY 17th October 8:00am–12:30pm Spinal Screening KINGSTON p46 8:30am–6:00pm Balance Assessment HOBART p41 8:45am–9:30am Come and Try Aquafit (with Morning Tea)! GLENORCHY p36 9:00am–3:00pm Celebrating Seniors Week – Be Connected: Volunteer! NORTH HOBART p54 9:00am–5:00pm Free Hearing Checks BELLERIVE p33 9:00am–5:00pm Jurassic Garden and Nature Museum BRUNY ISLAND p34 9:00am–5:00pm Free Hearing Checks GLENORCHY p39 9:00am–5:00pm Free Hearing Test and Exclusive Hearing Technology Preview HOBART p43 9:00am–5:00pm Huon Regional Care Art Exhibition @ Huonville Library HUONVILLE p45 9:00am–5:00pm Free Hearing Checks SORELL p57 9:00am–5:30pm Eastlands Shopping Centre ROSNY p56 9:00am–5:30pm Northgate Shopping Centre GLENORCHY p38 9:30am–10:30am Move It Easy Exercises BELLERIVE p33 9:30am–10:30am Staying Active — A Fun, Low to Moderate Group Exercise Class CLAREMONT p35 9:30am–11:00am Be Connected — iPad Basics GLENORCHY p38 9:30am–11:50am Mahjong KINGSTON p49 9:30am–12:00pm Time Out Craft Program MORNINGTON p51 9:45am–3:00pm Mystery Bus Tour WEST MOONAH p60 10:00am–11:00am Healthy Hearts GLENORCHY p39 10:00am–11:00am Zumba Gold With Tania KINGSTON p47 10:00am–11:00am The Art of Tea KINGSTON p48 10:00am–11:30am Blundstone Arena Tours BELLERIVE p33 10:00am–12:00pm Discover and Imagine through the Arts BELLERIVE p33 10:00am–12:00pm Pingo and Guess Who? DODGES FERRY p36 10:00am–12:00pm Coffee, Cake and Computers — Be Connected Basic Computing NEW NORFOLK p52

SENIORS WEEK 2019 • DAILY PLANNER • EVENTS IN THE SOUTH 17 Daily Planner: South

THURSDAY 17th October (CONTINUED) 10:00am–12:30pm University of the Third Age Hobart HOBART p44 10:00am–2:00pm Glenview Community Services Open Day GLENORCHY p37 10:00am–2:00pm Community Art Project at Glenview GLENORCHY p37 10:00am–3:30pm Protect Your Rights and Your Choices as You Age NORTH HOBART p54 10:00am–4:00pm Community Care Tasmania Roadshow KINGSTON p47 10:00am–4:00pm Devonshire Tea at The Shot Tower Tearoom TAROONA p58 10:15am–11:15am Staying Active — A Fun, Low to Moderate Group Exercise Class NEW NORFOLK p52 10:30am–12:00pm Calm Water Sail on the Yukon FRANKLIN p36 10:30am–12:00pm Be Connected — Staying Safer Online GLENORCHY p39 10:30am–12:30pm Playback Theatre HUONVILLE p45 10:30am–12:30pm Meet and Greet — Official Launch of HIA Team ROSNY p55 11:00am–12:00pm Markree House and Garden Tour HOBART p32 11:00am–12:00pm Release and Relax WEST HOBART p59 11:00am–12:30pm Cultural Connections through Polish Folk Dancing NEW TOWN p53 11:00am–1:00pm DIGnity DODGES FERRY p35 11:00am–2:00pm Spinning, Come and Try SOUTH HOBART p58 11:00am–5:00pm Visualising the Future of the City of Clarence ROSNY p55 12:30pm–3:00pm Ladies Get Into Golf MARGATE p51 1:00pm–1:45pm Museum Alive! HOBART p42 1:00pm–2:00pm Multicultural Taster GLENORCHY p37 1:00pm–2:30pm Blundstone Arena Tours BELLERIVE p33 1:00pm–3:00pm Indoor Bowls KINGSTON p48 1:00pm–3:00pm Croquet for Fun BELLERIVE p34 1:30pm–3:00pm Huon River Cruise FRANKLIN p36 1:30pm–3:30pm Glenorchy Golden Years Club Concert GLENORCHY p38 1:30pm–6:00pm Spinal Screening HOBART p44 2:00pm–2:45pm Museum Alive! HOBART p42 2:00pm–3:00pm Big on Balance WEST HOBART p59 2:00pm–4:00pm Probus Card and Crib Group KINGSTON p47 2:00pm–4:00pm Mayor’s Afternoon Tea NEW NORFOLK p52 2:15pm–3:30pm Zumba Gold at Glenview! GLENORCHY p38 3:00pm–4:30pm Calm Water Sail on the Yukon FRANKLIN p36

18 SENIORS WEEK 2019 • DAILY PLANNER • EVENTS IN THE SOUTH Daily Planner: South Daily Planner: South

THURSDAY 17th October (CONTINUED) 3:00pm–5:00pm Free Hearing Checks KINGSTON p46 3:00pm–7:00pm Emergency Management Roadshow GLENORCHY p37 5:15pm–6:00pm Circuit — A Group Exercise Class NEW NORFOLK p52 6:30pm–7:30pm Move It Easy Exercises LENAH VALLEY p50 6:30pm–8:30pm Easy Multi-Language Singing Workshop NEW TOWN p53 7:30pm–9:30pm Singing Workshop and Open Rehearsal LINDISFARNE p50 FRIDAY 18th October 8:00am–12:30pm Spinal Screening KINGSTON p46 8:00am–6:00pm Spinal Screening HOBART p44 8:30am–6:00pm Balance Assessment HOBART p41 9:00am–12:30pm Make Your Own Cheese or Pizza Board WEST MOONAH p60 9:00am–3:00pm Community Care Tasmania Roadshow GLENORCHY p37 9:00am–5:00pm Free Hearing Test and Exclusive Hearing Technology Preview BELLERIVE p33 9:00am–5:00pm Free Hearing Checks BELLERIVE p33 9:00am–5:00pm Jurassic Garden and Nature Museum BRUNY ISLAND p34 9:00am–5:00pm Free Hearing Checks GLENORCHY p39 9:00am–5:00pm Free Hearing Test and Exclusive Hearing Technology Preview HOBART p43 9:00am–5:00pm Huon Regional Care Art Exhibition @ Huonville Library HUONVILLE p45 9:00am–5:00pm Free Hearing Checks SORELL p57 9:00am–5:30pm Eastlands Shopping Centre ROSNY p56 9:00am–5:30pm Northgate Shopping Centre GLENORCHY p38 9:30am–10:30am Staying Active — A Fun, Low to Moderate Group Exercise Class CLAREMONT p35 9:30am–12:00pm Free Coffee and Cake Friday! KINGSTON p49 10:00am–11:00am Mastering Your Device ROSNY p55 10:00am–11:30am The Patch Produce Picnic HOBART p40 10:00am–12:00pm Discover and Imagine through the Arts BELLERIVE p33 10:00am–12:00pm Come and Try Croquet at Kingston Croquet Club KINGSTON p46 10:00am–12:00pm Plant and Seed Swap KINGSTON p47 10:00am–12:00pm Parentmedic — First Aid for Parents and Grandparents WEST MOONAH p60 10:00am–4:00pm Devonshire Tea at The Shot Tower Tearoom TAROONA p58

SENIORS WEEK 2019 • DAILY PLANNER • EVENTS IN THE SOUTH 19 Daily Planner: South

FRIDAY 18th October (CONTINUED) 10:15am–11:15am Men’s Moves Group Exercise Class NEW NORFOLK p53 10:30am–11:25am Jan Preston’s Wonderful Winnie MARGATE p51 10:30am–11:30am Pryme Active GLENORCHY p39 10:30am–11:30am Fit & Strong 4 Life NORTH HOBART p54 10:30am–12:00pm Calm Water Sail on the Yukon FRANKLIN p36 10:30am–12:00pm Line Dancing with Marilyn KINGSTON p49 11:00am–1:00pm Coffee, Connections and Coffins NUBEENA p54 11:00am–11:45am What’s on in TMAG’s Art Galleries? HOBART p41 11:00am–5:00pm Visualising the Future of the City of Clarence ROSNY p55 12:00pm–1:00pm How to Garden All Day Without Getting Sore KINGSTON p47 12:00pm–1:00pm Free BBQ Lunch WEST MOONAH p61 12:00pm–2:00pm Dying To Know! CHIGWELL p35 12:30pm–1:30pm Caring for your Inner Self in the Age of Wisdom HUONVILLE p45 1:00pm–1:45pm Museum Alive! HOBART p42 1:30pm–2:15pm Healthy Hearts with Afternoon Tea GLENORCHY p37 1:30pm–3:00pm Huon River Cruise FRANKLIN p36 1:30pm–3:00pm Taste of Elsewhere — Food Tour of Spain, Italy and Greece NEW TOWN p53 2:00pm–2:45pm Museum Alive! HOBART p42 2:00pm–2:55pm Jan Preston’s Wonderful Winnie LINDISFARNE p50 2:00pm–3:00pm Caring for Your Inner Self in the Age of Wisdom BRUNY ISLAND p34 2:00pm–3:00pm Introduction to Family History SORELL p57 2:30pm–4:00pm Coming Out for Seniors Week HOBART p43 3:00pm–4:30pm Calm Water Sail on the Yukon FRANKLIN p36 3:00pm–5:00pm Free Hearing Checks KINGSTON p46 6:30pm–8:30pm BUPA Old–Time Barn Dance SOUTH HOBART p58 7:30pm–9:30pm 88 Pianos I Have Known — Jan Preston LINDISFARNE p50

20 SENIORS WEEK 2019 • DAILY PLANNER • EVENTS IN THE SOUTH Daily Planner: South Daily Planner: South

SATURDAY 19th October 8:00am–12:30pm Spinal Screening KINGSTON p46 9:00am–2:00pm Free Hearing Test and Exclusive Hearing Technology Preview HOBART p43 9:00am–5:00pm Jurassic Garden and Nature Museum BRUNY ISLAND p34 10:00am–12:00pm Huon Regional Care Art Exhibition @ Huonville Library HUONVILLE p45 10:00am–1:00pm Explore your Family History Connections BELLERIVE p32 10:00am–2:00pm Discover and Imagine through the Arts BELLERIVE p33 10:00am–4:00pm Devonshire Tea at The Shot Tower Tearoom TAROONA p58 10:30am–11:30am Narryna’s Convict Women BATTERY POINT p32 10:30am–12:00pm Calm Water Sail on the Yukon FRANKLIN p36 11:00am–2:00pm SEC Care Community Expo 2019 SORELL p57 11:00am–3:30pm Peppermint Bay Lunch Cruise HOBART p42 11:00am–5:00pm Visualising the Future of the City of Clarence ROSNY p55 1:00pm–1:45pm Museum Alive! HOBART p42 1:00pm–3:00pm Come and Try Croquet at Kingston Croquet Club KINGSTON p46 1:30pm–3:00pm Huon River Cruise FRANKLIN p36 2:00pm–2:45pm Museum Alive! HOBART p42 3:00pm–4:30pm Calm Water Sail on the Yukon FRANKLIN p36 7:30pm–9:30pm 88 Pianos I Have Known — Jan Preston MARGATE p51 SUNDAY 20th October 9:00am–5:00pm Jurassic Garden and Nature Museum BRUNY ISLAND p34 10:00am–4:00pm Devonshire Tea at The Shot Tower Tearoom and Garden Courtyard TAROONA p58 10:30am–12:00pm Calm Water Sail on the Yukon FRANKLIN p36 10:30am–2:00pm Walk to Connect — Making Connections at the Men’s Shed KANGAROO BAY p46 11:00am–3:30pm Peppermint Bay Lunch Cruise HOBART p42 11:00am–5:00pm Visualising the Future of the City of Clarence ROSNY p55 1:00pm–1:45pm Museum Alive! HOBART p42 1:30pm–3:00pm Huon River Cruise FRANKLIN p36 2:00pm–2:45pm Museum Alive! HOBART p42 2:00pm–3:00pm Australian Army Band Tasmania Concert HOBART p44 2:30pm–3:45pm Hymnfest 2019 HOBART p41 3:00pm–4:30pm Calm Water Sail on the Yukon FRANKLIN p36

SENIORS WEEK 2019 • DAILY PLANNER • EVENTS IN THE SOUTH 21 Daily Planner: North

MONDAY 14th October 9:00am–4:30pm Free Hearing Checks LAUNCESTON p66 9:00am–5:00pm Deloraine & Districts Folk Museum DELORAINE p64 9:30am–2:30pm Wineglass Bay Cruises COLES BAY p64 9:30am–3:00pm Hearing Australia Bus at Windsor Precinct RIVERSIDE p68 9:30am–4:30pm Free Devonshire Tea at The Cormorant Café BEAUTY POINT p64 10:00am–11:00am Healthy Hearts LONGFORD p67 10:00am–3:00pm Community Connections CAMPBELL TOWN p64 10:00am–3:00pm Croquet ST LEONARDS p69 10:00am–4:00pm Community Care Tasmania Roadshow LAUNCESTON p66 11:00am–12:00pm With One Voice — Break O'Day Community Choir ST HELENS p69 1:00pm–3:00pm Croquet for Fun RIVERSIDE p68 TUESDAY 15th October 9:00am–4:30pm Free Hearing Checks LAUNCESTON p66 9:00am–5:00pm Deloraine & Districts Folk Museum DELORAINE p64 9:30am–2:30pm Wineglass Bay Cruises COLES BAY p64 9:30am–4:30pm Free Devonshire Tea at The Cormorant Café BEAUTY POINT p64 9:45am–11:00am Walk with Us! KINGS MEADOWS p65 10:00am–12:00pm Croquet EAST LAUNCESTON p65 10:00am–2:00pm Coffee, Connections and Coffins NEWSTEAD p67 10:00am–3:00pm Community Connections CAMPBELL TOWN p64 10:30am–12:30pm Meet and Greet — Launch of HIA Team RIVERSIDE p67 1:00pm–3:00pm Croquet for Fun RIVERSIDE p68 3:30pm–4:30pm Active Ageing Exercises Group KINGS MEADOWS p65

22 SENIORS WEEK 2019 • DAILY PLANNER • EVENTS IN THE NORTH Daily Planner: North Daily Planner: North

WEDNESDAY 16th October 9:00am–4:00pm Older Persons Mental Health First Aid LAUNCESTON p66 9:00am–4:30pm Free Hearing Checks LAUNCESTON p66 9:00am–5:00pm Deloraine & Districts Folk Museum DELORAINE p64 9:30am–2:30pm Wineglass Bay Cruises COLES BAY p64 9:30am–4:30pm Free Devonshire Tea at The Cormorant Café BEAUTY POINT p64 10:00am–11:00am Healthy Hearts LONGFORD p67 10:00am–11:30am Celebrating Seniors Morning Tea LAUNCESTON p67 10:00am–3:00pm Community Connections CAMPBELL TOWN p64 10:00am–3:30pm Protect Your Rights and Your Choices as You Age SOUTH LAUNCESTON p69 10:30am–2:00pm 4th Annual Senior Sports Spectacular KINGS MEADOWS p65 12:30pm–1:30pm Discover the Power of Early Planning for Aged Care LAUNCESTON p66 1:00pm–2:00pm Active Ageing Exercises Group RIVERSIDE p67 1:00pm–3:00pm Croquet for Fun RIVERSIDE p68 2:00pm–3:00pm The Relationship Between Wisdom and Later Life SOUTH LAUNCESTON p68 THURSDAY 17th October 9:00am–4:00pm Older Persons Mental Health First Aid LAUNCESTON p66 9:00am–4:30pm Free Hearing Checks KINGS MEADOWS p65 9:00am–4:30pm Free Hearing Checks LAUNCESTON p66 9:00am–5:00pm Deloraine & Districts Folk Museum DELORAINE p64 9:30am–2:30pm Wineglass Bay Cruises COLES BAY p64 9:30am–4:30pm Free Devonshire Tea at The Cormorant Café BEAUTY POINT p64 10:00am–3:00pm Community Connections CAMPBELL TOWN p64 10:00am–3:00pm Starting Out with your Family History LAUNCESTON p66 10:00am–3:00pm Croquet ST LEONARDS p69 1:00pm–3:00pm Croquet for Fun Riverside p68 1:30pm–3:00pm George Town Seniors Concert George Town p65 2:00pm–4:00pm 'West Tamar Connections' with Adam Page RIVERSIDE p67

SENIORS WEEK 2019 • DAILY PLANNER • EVENTS IN THE NORTH 23 Daily Planner: North

FRIDAY 18th October 9:00am–4:30pm Free Hearing Checks KINGS MEADOWS p65 9:00am–4:30pm Free Hearing Checks LAUNCESTON p66 9:00am–5:00pm Deloraine & Districts Folk Museum DELORAINE p64 9:30am–2:30pm Wineglass Bay Cruises COLES BAY p64 9:30am–4:30pm Free Devonshire Tea at The Cormorant Café BEAUTY POINT p64 10:00am–11:00am Healthy Hearts LONGFORD p67 10:00am–3:00pm Community Connections CAMPBELL TOWN p64 10:30am–11:30am Read! Sing! Create! For Grandparents and Carers ST HELENS p69 1:00pm–3:00pm Croquet for Fun RIVERSIDE p68 SATURDAY 19th October 9:00am–5:00pm Deloraine & Districts Folk Museum DELORAINE p64 9:30am–2:30pm Wineglass Bay Cruises COLES BAY p64 10:00am–3:00pm Croquet ST LEONARDS p69 12:00pm–4:00pm Community Connections LAUNCESTON p66 1:00pm–3:00pm Croquet for Fun RIVERSIDE p68 2:00pm–4:00pm Music in the Church SIDMOUTH p68 SUNDAY 20th October 9:00am–5:00pm Deloraine & Districts Folk Museum Deloraine p64 9:30am–2:30pm Wineglass Bay Cruises COLES BAY p64 1:00pm–3:00pm Croquet for Fun RIVERSIDE p68

24 SENIORS WEEK 2019 • DAILY PLANNER • EVENTS IN THE NORTH Daily Planner: North Daily Planner: North West

MONDAY 14th October 8:30am–12:00pm Eight Ball Pool BURNIE p73 8:30am–5:00pm Free Hearing Checks BURNIE p72 8:30am–5:00pm Free Hearing Checks DEVONPORT p74 9:00am–11:00am Email Made Easy DEVONPORT p75 9:00am–5:00pm Cherry Blossom Celebration ROMAINE p81 9:30am–10:15am Strong and Stable LATROBE p80 9:30am–10:30am Heart Foundation Walking Group ULVERSTONE p83 9:30am–4:00pm Coach Trip — Deloraine Tasting Trail ULVERSTONE p83 9:30am–5:00pm Devils@Cradle CRADLE MOUNTAIN p73 10:00am–11:00am Zumba Gold with Jackie MORIARTY p80 10:00am–12:00pm Shine and Dine DEVONPORT p75 10:00am–3:00pm Bus Trip to Wonderful Wynyard SMITHTON p81 1:00pm–3:00pm Bingo BURNIE p72 1:00pm–3:00pm Converting Old Audio Media DEVONPORT p75 1:30pm–2:30pm Gong Relaxation Session LATROBE p80 1:30pm–3:30pm Choir — Note Worthy ULVERSTONE p82 1:30pm–4:00pm Lawn Bowls SMITHTON p82 3:00pm–5:00pm Buying and Selling Online DEVONPORT p75

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SENIORS WEEK 2019 • DAILY PLANNER • EVENTS IN THE NORTH WEST 25 Daily Planner: North West

TUESDAY 15th October 8:30am–12:00pm Eight Ball Pool BURNIE p73 8:30am–3:30pm Free Hearing Checks DEVONPORT p74 8:30am–5:00pm Free Hearing Checks BURNIE p72 9:00am–11:00am Sussing Out Scanning DEVONPORT p75 9:00am–5:00pm Cherry Blossom Celebration ROMAINE p81 9:30am–10:30am Tai Chi for Arthritis EAST DEVONPORT p79 9:30am–12:30pm Mahjong EAST DEVONPORT p79 9:30am–4:00pm Coach Trip — Boat Harbour and Surrounds ULVERSTONE p83 9:30am–5:00pm Devils@Cradle CRADLE MOUNTAIN p73 9:45am–12:00pm Seniors' Forum ULVERSTONE p82 10:00am–11:00am Choir DEVONPORT p76 10:00am–11:00am Discovering Reid Street Reserve ULVERSTONE p83 10:00am–12:00pm Croquet for Beginners DEVONPORT p78 10:00am–12:00pm Old Time Board Games DEVONPORT p77 10:00am–12:00pm Games from the Past @ Connect Café ULVERSTONE p83 10:00am–3:00pm Community Shed — Ladies Open Day ULVERSTONE p82 10:00am–3:30pm Protect Your Rights and Your Choices as You Age DEVONPORT p75 10:30am–11:30am How to Navigate the Multi-Storey Car Park DEVONPORT p78 10:30am–12:30pm Meet and Greet — Official Launch of HIA Team DEVONPORT p74 10:45am–11:45am Tai Chi EAST DEVONPORT p79 11:00am–12:30pm Casual Country Cycling WYNYARD p84 12:45pm–3:30pm Bingo DEVONPORT p78 12:45pm–3:45pm The Mayor's Cup — Indoor Bowls ULVERSTONE p82 1:00pm–2:00pm Active Stronger, Active Longer DEVONPORT p78 1:00pm–3:00pm 500 Card Club BURNIE p73 1:00pm–3:00pm Fixing Old Photos DEVONPORT p75 1:30pm–2:30pm Gong Relaxation Session LATROBE p80 1:30pm–3:30pm Pétanque Burnie COOEE p73 3:00pm–4:30pm Walk With Us! DEVONPORT p78 3:00pm–5:00pm Mobile Phones DEVONPORT p75 4:00pm–5:00pm Tinnitus Information Session DEVONPORT p74

26 SENIORS WEEK 2019 • DAILY PLANNER • EVENTS IN THE NORTH WEST Daily Planner: North West Daily Planner: North West

WEDNESDAY 16th October 8:30am–12:00pm Eight Ball Pool BURNIE p73 8:30am–5:00pm Free Hearing Checks BURNIE p72 8:30am–5:00pm Free Hearing Checks DEVONPORT p74 9:00am–9:30am Heart Foundation Walking Group PENGUIN p81 9:00am–11:00am Introduction to the Internet DEVONPORT p76 9:00am–5:00pm Cherry Blossom Celebration ROMAINE p81 9:00am–5:00pm Wilderness Adventure Day Tour ULVERSTONE p84 9:30am–10:30am Tai Chi EAST DEVONPORT p79 9:30am–5:00pm Devils@Cradle CRADLE MOUNTAIN p73 10:00am–11:00am Zumba Gold with Jackie MORIARTY p80 10:00am–12:00pm Penguin History Group Exhibition PENGUIN p81 10:00am–1:00pm What's Available on the North West to Get More Socially Active? DEVONPORT p78 10:30am–11:30am How to Navigate the Multi-Storey Car Park DEVONPORT p78 10:30am–1:00pm Circular Head Seniors Expo SMITHTON p81 10:50am–2:30pm Ulverstone to Berry Patch Bike Ride and Feast ULVERSTONE p82 11:00am–2:00pm Wynyard Mini Expo WYNYARD p84 11:30am–1:30pm Community Connections DEVONPORT p74 12:30pm–3:30pm Indoor Bowls BURNIE p72 1:00pm–3:00pm Working with Word DEVONPORT p76 1:00pm–3:00pm Cards — Crib ULVERSTONE p82 1:00pm–4:30pm Cards — 500 EAST DEVONPORT p79 1:30pm–4:30pm Lawn Bowls SMITHTON p82 2:00pm–3:00pm Active Stronger, Active Longer EAST DEVONPORT p78 3:00pm–5:00pm Starting out with Skype DEVONPORT p76 6:15pm–8:15pm Film Night: 'Swimming With Men' DEVONPORT p76 7:00pm–9:00pm Sing-a-long DEVONPORT p74 7:00pm–9:00pm Penguin History Group Exhibition PENGUIN p81 7:30pm–9:00pm Crib Club Burnie BURNIE p73

SENIORS WEEK 2019 • DAILY PLANNER • EVENTS IN THE NORTH WEST 27 Daily Planner: North West

THURSDAY 17th October 8:30am–3:00pm Free Hearing Checks BURNIE p72 8:30am–3:00pm Free Hearing Checks DEVONPORT p74 9:00am–11:00am Figuring out Photos DEVONPORT p76 9:00am–5:00pm Cherry Blossom Celebration ROMAINE p81 9:30am–12:30pm Craft EAST DEVONPORT p79 9:30am–1:30pm Discover the Leven ULVERSTONE p84 9:30am–5:00pm Devils@Cradle CRADLE MOUNTAIN p73 10:00am–12:00pm Shine and Dine DEVONPORT p75 10:00am–1:00pm Australian Film at the Burnie Library BURNIE p72 10:00am–4:00pm Painting Circle EAST DEVONPORT p79 10:30am–11:30am How to Navigate the Multi-Storey Car Park DEVONPORT p78 11:00am–12:00pm Strawbale Gardening DEVONPORT p77 11:00am–2:00pm Connecting with Friends Lunch EAST DEVONPORT p78 12:00pm–1:00pm Active Stronger, Active Longer DEVONPORT p78 12:45pm–3:45pm Indoor Bowls ULVERSTONE p83 1:00pm–3:00pm Bingo 'Open' BURNIE p72 1:00pm–3:00pm Converting Video Tapes to DVD DEVONPORT p76 2:00pm–3:00pm Wynyard Mini Expo WYNYARD p84 3:00pm–5:00pm Replacing Windows 10 with Linux DEVONPORT p76 4:00pm–5:00pm Tinnitus Information Session BURNIE p72 FRIDAY 18th October 8:30am–5:00pm Free Hearing Checks BURNIE p72 8:30am–5:00pm Free Hearing Checks DEVONPORT p74 9:00am–11:00am iPad Basics DEVONPORT p76 9:00am–5:00pm Cherry Blossom Celebration ROMAINE p81 9:30am–10:30am Strong and Stable LATROBE p80 9:30am–5:00pm Devils@Cradle CRADLE MOUNTAIN p73 10:00am–11:00am Tai Chi BURNIE p73 10:00am–11:00am Zumba Gold with Jackie MORIARTY p80 10:00am–12:00pm Morning Melodies BURNIE p72

28 SENIORS WEEK 2019 • DAILY PLANNER • EVENTS IN THE NORTH WEST Daily Planner: North West Daily Planner: North West

FRIDAY 18th October (continued) 10:00am–12:00pm Garden Conversations WYNYARD p84 10:15am–11:15am Fitter Sitters LATROBE p80 10:30am–11:30am How to Navigate the Multi-Storey Car Park DEVONPORT p78 10:30am–11:30am Gong Relaxation Session LATROBE p80 11:30am–1:00pm Men's Shed Open Day and BBQ ULVERSTONE p83 12:30pm–3:30pm Indoor Bowls BURNIE p72 1:00pm–2:00pm Entertainers Group SMITHTON p82 1:00pm–3:00pm Sorting out Spreadsheets DEVONPORT p77 1:00pm–3:00pm Trifles at Devonport City Soccer DEVONPORT p77 1:00pm–3:00pm Access Magazines, Books and Music Online for Free DEVONPORT p78 1:00pm–3:00pm Cards — 500 ULVERSTONE p83 1:30pm–4:00pm Scrabble EAST DEVONPORT p79 1:30pm–4:30pm Lawn Bowls SMITHTON p82 3:00pm–5:00pm Samsung Galaxy Tablet Basics DEVONPORT p77 SATURDAY 19th October 9:30am–5:00pm Devils@Cradle CRADLE MOUNTAIN p73 10:00am–12:00pm General Computer Maintenance DEVONPORT p77 10:00am–12:00pm Croquet for Beginners DEVONPORT p78 10:00am–4:00pm Cherry Blossom Celebration ROMAINE p81 10:30am–2:00pm Penguin Men's Shed Open Day and BBQ PENGUIN p80 12:30pm–4:00pm Indoor Bowls DEVONPORT p77 12:45pm–3:45pm Indoor Bowls ULVERSTONE p83 1:30pm–2:30pm Gong Relaxation Session LATROBE p80 7:00pm–9:00pm Indoor Bowls Open BURNIE p73 SUNDAY 20th October 9:00am–5:00pm Cherry Blossom Celebration ROMAINE p81 9:30am–5:00pm Devils@Cradle CRADLE MOUNTAIN p73 12:00pm–2:00pm Lions Club 70's and Over Luncheon PENGUIN p80 3:00pm–5:00pm Find Out About Facebook DEVONPORT p77

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Glenorchy Tasmania (03) 6277 8800 [email protected] glenview.org.au Events in the SOUTH BATTERY POINT Easy exercise to peaceful music Judith Ker The renowned Judith Ker leads a gentle exercise class Markree House and Garden Tour with peaceful music, helping you to feel great and Markree House and Garden independently mobile, working at your own pace. Join us for a special tour of Markree House and Exercise on the floor (bring your own mat/towel) or on Garden. Markree was built in 1926 for Cecil and Ruth the benches. Wear comfortable, loose clothing and Baldwin. The house, collection and garden all reflect flexible footwear (or thick socks and jiffies). the influence of the arts and crafts Movement. Monday 14th October 11:00am–12:00pm Markree’s rare 1920s arts and crafts garden was laid St Georges Church Hall, Cromwell St, Battery Point out by Cecil Baldwin who had studied at the Burnley School of Horticulture, Melbourne. This tour will focus on the ‘Roaring 20s’, a time of great change, Move It Easy Exercises particularly for women. Move It Easy Exercises Tuesday 15th October 11:00am–12:00pm Exercise classes for ages 60–80+ for those wishing Thursday 17th October 11:00am–12:00pm not to exercise strenuously, but to gently move Markree House and Garden, 145 Hampden Road and stretch. Suitable for hip, knee and shoulder Cost: Adults $10, Seniors $8, Children $4 replacements, for arthritic joints, and also benefits Bookings: [email protected] bad backs. Set to 50s and 60s music, which helps 6234 2791 (close: 12/10) create a fun atmosphere. Come and try a class at no cost. If you find it suitable you pay $10 per class after that. Narryna’s Convict Women Monday 14th October 9:30am–10:30am Narryna St. George’s Church Hall, Cromwell Street Narryna is an 1830s merchant’s house and Bookings: 04 2829 7435 | [email protected] collection that tells the story of early colonial life (close: 18/10) in Hobart. The fine Georgian town house was built by seafarer Captain Andrew Haig who built warehouses facing Salamanca Place in 1834. This special tour of Narryna focuses on the convict BELLERIVE women assigned to the Haig family to cook, clean, launder clothes and carry out domestic tasks. These convict women were no shrinking violets – Explore your Family History Connections but were rebellious, resourceful and resilient! The Tasmanian Family History Society Inc tour includes light morning tea. Please note: The – Hobart Branch ground floor of Narryna has complete wheelchair Sessions are offered for beginners and those with and mobility access. Due to the age of the building some experience. Register for free one-on-one 1 there is limited mobility with access to the first floor hour appointments with experienced researchers. via stairs. No lift is available on-site. Three 50-minute appointments are available on Tuesday 15th October 10:30am–11:30am Wednesday afternoon with a DNA expert to help Wednesday 16th October 10:30am–11:30am you better understand your DNA results and what Saturday 19th October 10:30am–11:30am information you can extract from them. You must Narryna, 103 Hampden Road, Battery Point have already tested with a major DNA company and Cost: Adults $12, Seniors/Conc $10, Children $4 received your results. Bookings: 6234 2791 | www.narryna.com.au/tours Wednesday 16th October 1:00pm–4:00pm | [email protected] (close 12/10) Saturday 19th October 10:00am–1:00pm Old Post Office, 19 Cambridge Road, Bellerive Bookings: 6244 4527 | [email protected] (close: 10/7)

32 SENIORS WEEK 2019 • EVENTS IN THE SOUTH Move It Easy Exercises Discover and Imagine through the Arts Move It Easy Exercises Bellerive Community Arts Centre Exercise classes for ages 60–80+ for those wishing Groups working at the centre will welcome visitors not to exercise strenuously, but to gently move between 10:00am and 12:00 noon from Monday and stretch. Suitable for hip, knee and shoulder 14th to Friday 18th October. On Saturday 19th replacements, for arthritic joints, and also benefits October artists and craftspeople representing each bad backs. Set to 50s and 60s music, which helps activity will be working from 10:00am until 2:00pm. create a fun atmosphere. Come and try a class at They will enjoy chatting with you about their work. no cost. If you find it suitable you pay $10 per class You can collect information about membership after that. and hear about the workshops that are offered Monday 14th October 11:15am–12:15pm throughout the year. Thursday 17th October 9:30am–10:30am Monday 14th October 10:00am–12:00pm St. Mark’s Church Hall, Scott Street, Bellerive Tuesday 15th October 10:00am–12:00pm Bookings: 04 2829 7435 | [email protected] Wednesday 16th October 10:00am–12:00pm (close: 18/10) Thursday 17th October 10:00am–12:00pm Friday 18th October 10:00am–12:00pm Saturday 19th October 10:00am–2:00pm Blundstone Arena Tours Bellerive Community Arts Centre, 17 Cambridge Tasmanian Cricket Museum Road, Bellerive Get behind the scenes during a 1.5 hour conducted tour of Blundstone Arena, including a visit to the excellent Cricket Museum and Library. Two tours FREE Hearing CHECKS run each day. Hearing Australia Bellerive Tuesday 15th October 10:00am–11:30am Could you be missing any of the sounds you Tuesday 15th October 1:00pm–2:30pm love? Rain on a tin roof, early morning bird calls, a Wednesday 16th October 10:00am–11:30am baby’s hiccup. These are the sounds that connect Wednesday 16th October 1:00pm–2:30pm us to our world. They have the power to transport Thursday 17th October 10:00am–11:30am us to places deep within our memory or make Thursday 17th October 1:00pm–2:30pm us laugh at unexpected moments. They are the Meet at reception (Western Gate), 15 Derwent St, sounds that make us happy. That’s why Hearing Bellerive Australia is conducting free* hearing checks Cost: Adults $15, Seniors $10, Children $5 during Seniors Week. If you are concerned about Bookings: 6282 0400 | [email protected] your or a loved one’s hearing please join us and (close: 11/10) take the first step toward rediscovering the sounds you love! *Conditions: Only 15 minute hearing checks are free. Other services may FREE hearing test and exclusive attract charges/fees or may be subsidised for those eligible under the Australian Government hearing technology preview Hearing Services Program, to which conditions Maria Brown Hearing Clinic apply. A hearing check is a screening that helps This Seniors Week, test your hearing levels and identify people that may have hearing loss. be one of the first people to preview the newest Monday 14th October 9:00am–5:00pm solution to hearing loss that's guaranteed to Tuesday 15th October 9:00am–5:00pm outperform normal hearing! Spots are limited. Wednesday 16th October 9:00am–5:00pm Tuesday 15th October 9:00am–5:00pm Thursday 17th October 9:00am–5:00pm Friday 18th October 9:00am–5:00pm Friday 18th October 9:00am–5:00pm 9 Cambridge Rd, Bellerive 30 Bayfield Street, Bellerive Bookings: 6244 5990 | [email protected] Bookings: 6282 0800 | [email protected] www.mbhc.com.au/pages/seniors-week (close: 14/10) (close: 15/10)

SENIORS WEEK 2019 • EVENTS IN THE SOUTH 33 Croquet For Fun Jurassic Garden and Nature Museum, Eastern Shore Croquet Club Bruny Island An opportunity to learn the skills of croquet. Inala Nature Tours Challenge yourself to a thinking sport that provides Come to Inala on beautiful southern Bruny Island to good fun and great friendships. Then join us for stroll around a wonderful Jurassic Garden bursting afternoon tea. Please wear flat soled shoes. with more than 600 plants brought together Thursday 17th October 1:00pm–3:00pm from all the continents of Gondwana. The Nature Eastern Shore Croquet Club, 57 South Street, Museum contains a stunning collection of shells, Bellerive fossils and minerals from around the world. Monday 14th October 9:00am–5:00pm Tuesday 15th October 9:00am–5:00pm BRIDGEWATER Wednesday 16th October 9:00am–5:00pm Thursday 17th October 9:00am–5:00pm Friday 18th October 9:00am–5:00pm Brain Gym, Online Games Saturday 19th October 9:00am–5:00pm Sunday 20th October 9:00am–5:00pm and Virtual Reality Inala Jurassic Garden, 320 Road, Bridgewater Library South Bruny Join us for computer games that are designed Cost: Garden entry Adult $10, Senior $7, Child $5 to keep our brains active, including word games, 1 hour guided walk for all ages 11:00am–12:00pm on crossword puzzles and more. Experience the world Tuesday and Thursday (bookings required) $25 of virtual reality! Bridgewater Library is situated Bookings: [email protected] behind the Civic Centre. 6293 1217 (close: 20/10) Tuesday 15th October 10:00am–12:00pm Bridgewater Library, 23 Green Point Road CHIGWELL BRUNY ISLAND Staying Active – a FUN, low To Caring for your Inner Self moderate group exercise class Freedom Health and Wellness in the Age of Wisdom A low to moderate intensity-exercise class, which Brahma Kumaris Meditation Centre Hobart may incorporate hand-held weights, resistance An interactive session that aims to put participants bands and balls. Improves cardiovascular fitness, in touch with their own inner peace and resilience strength, coordination, flexibility and balance. A in challenging times. Includes a simple form of great way to socialise with others. Participants are meditation. Brahma Kumaris is a peace organisation encouraged to work at their own pace. comprising a network of centres in over 110 Tuesday 15th October 12:30pm–1:30pm countries and is an international non-government Chigwell Barn, 10 Bucaan St, Chigwell organisation (NGO) of the United Nations. Cost: $3 Friday 18th October 2:00pm–3:00pm Bruny Island CWA, CWA Hall, 678 Bruny Island Main Rd, North Bruny Bookings: [email protected] 6278 3788 (close: 17/10)

34 SENIORS WEEK 2019 • EVENTS IN THE SOUTH Dying To Know! CLARENDON VALE Bucaan Community House Inc. Celebrate Seniors Week with us. Enjoy a two-course meal, win some prizes and meet other like-minded Mastering Your Device people. Jarrod from Simplicity Funerals will provide Libraries Tasmania a light-hearted presentation on funeral planning. Is your new mobile phone, tablet or iPad just a bit Friday 18th October 12:00pm–2:00pm of a puzzle? Learn how to use various functions on Bucaan Community House, 8 Bucaan Street, your device. Individual assistance provided by local Chigwell students. Morning tea will be provided. Cost: $12 Wednesday 16th October 10:30am–11:30am Bookings: [email protected] Clarendon Vale Neighbourhood Centre, 6249 5363 (close: 4/10) 65 Mockridge Road, Clarendon Vale Bookings: 6247 8163 | [email protected] (close: 15/10) CLAREMONT Enquiries: 0448 443 686

Pétanque in the Northern Suburbs DODGES FERRY Claremont Pétanque Club Pétanque is a bowls game played on a gravel surface using metal balls. Try out the game with Cards and Board Games the Claremont Pétanque Club. Instruction, and Okines Community House afternoon tea will be provided by the club. Join with A social event to test your skills and luck over the club for games in the afternoon. morning tea. Wednesday 16th October 12:00pm–2:00pm Monday 14th October 10:00am–12:00pm Cadbury Recreation Grounds, behind the tennis Okines Community House, 540 Old Forcett Rd courts on Cadbury Road, Claremont Bookings: [email protected] Bookings: [email protected] 6265 7016 (close: 11/10) 0418 582 308 (close: 14/10) DIGnity Staying Active – a FUN, low to Okines Community House DIGnity is a supported gardening program. Join the moderate group exercise class Freedom Health and Wellness DIGnity team in the community garden for a spot of lunch and planting. A low to moderate-intensity exercise class, which may incorporate hand-held weights, resistance Thursday 17th October 11:00am–1:00pm bands and balls. Improves cardiovascular fitness, Okines Community House, 540 Old Forcett Rd strength, coordination, flexibility and balance. A great way to socialise with others. Participants are encouraged to work at their own pace. Laymen’s Online Skills Monday 14th October 9:30am–10:30am Okines Community House Tuesday 15th October 9:30am–10:30am Want to know how to drive you iPad or smartphone? Wednesday 16th October 9:30am–10:30am Or how to make online bookings or shopping. Then Thursday 17th October 9:30am–10:30am this basic introductory class is for you. Friday 18th October 9:30am–10:30am Tuesday 15th October 10:00am–12:00pm Girl Guide Hall, Box Hill Road, Claremont Okines Community House, 540 Old Forcett Rd Cost: $6 Bookings: [email protected] 6265 7016 (close: 11/10)

SENIORS WEEK 2019 • EVENTS IN THE SOUTH 35 Pingo and Guess Who? Calm Water Sail on the Yukon Okines Community House Yukon-Tours Join us for a fun game of Pingo and win grocery Discover traditional sailing on the stunning Huon items. To play Guess Who we ask everyone to bring River. Yukon-Tours offers 90-minute Calm Water along a photo of themselves from their childhood. Cruises daily, departing from Franklin Marina. On The winner who correctly guesses the most ‘who is board the Danish sailing ketch Yukon you become who' wins a prize. a part of the experience as you hoist sail, or simply Thursday 17th October 10:00am–12:00pm sit back enjoying the timeless beauty of the Huon Okines Community House, 540 Old Forcett Rd, Valley. Built of oak in 1930, Yukon was rescued from Dodges Ferry the bottom of a harbour near Copenhagen in 1997 Bookings: [email protected] and carefully restored by the current owners. The 6265 7016 (close: 16/10) vessel is easy to access via the gangway, spacious enough to walk around, and it is possible to go below deck alone or accompanied by crew. Toilet on board. Note: Wooden Boat Sleep along side jetty FRANKLIN in Franklin also available. Monday 14th to Sunday 20th October Morning cruises 10:30am–12:00pm Huon River Cruise Afternoon cruises 3:00pm–4:30pm Living Boat Trust Franklin Marina (next to The Wooden Boat Centre), Explore the Huon River around Franklin aboard the 3335 Huon Highway, Franklin historic motor launch, Nancy. Good access to the Cost: Senior $45, Adult $55, Child $31 (includes boat (not wheel chair), smooth water, good shelter freshly brewed coffee/tea) if the weather is foul, an open deck if it's not. Bookings: [email protected] | 0498 578 535 Monday 14th October 1:30pm–3:00pm www.yukon-tours.com.au (close: 20/10) Tuesday 15th October 1:30pm–3:00pm Wednesday 16th October 1:30pm–3:00pm Thursday 17th October 1:30pm–3:00pm Friday 18th October 1:30pm–3:00pm GLENORCHY Saturday 19th October 1:30pm–3:00pm Sunday 20th October 1:30pm–3:00pm Living Boat Trust, 3337 Huon Hwy, Franklin Come and Try Pilates Cost: $25 Barossa Park YMCA Wellness Centre Bookings: 6266 3586 (close: 11/10) Enjoy a free introduction to Pilates for health Enquiries: mv-nancy-tours.org and wellness. Tuesday 15th October 4:00pm–4:30pm Barossa Park YMCA Wellness Centre, 17a Clydesdale Ave, Glenorchy

Come and Try Aquafit

(with morning tea)! Barossa Park YMCA Wellness Centre Enjoy a free introduction to this low-intensity aqua aerobic exercise class. Stay on and enjoy a social morning tea! Thursday 17th October 8:45am–9:30am Barossa Park YMCA Wellness Centre, 17a Clydesdale Ave, Glenorchy

36 SENIORS WEEK 2019 • EVENTS IN THE SOUTH Multicultural Taster Healthy Hearts with afternoon tea Migrant Resource Centre Tasmania Barossa Park YMCA Wellness Centre Everyone is welcome to join with MRC Tas and Come and try a gentle exercise class that is members of our multicultural community in a designed to improve cardiovascular health. celebration of cultural diversity, food, music and Developed by the Heart Foundation. games. RSVP essential as space is limited. Friday 18th October 1:30pm–2:15pm Thursday 17th October 1:00pm–2:00pm Barossa Park YMCA Wellness Centre, 17a Clydesdale Level 2/1A Anfield Street, Glenorchy Ave, Glenorchy (KGV Sports and Community Centre) Bookings: www.eventbrite.com.au/e/multicultural- taster-tickets-67943726515 Emergency Management Roadshow Enquiries: 6221 0999 | [email protected] Glenorchy City Council Are you prepared if there is an emergency such as flood, and need to evacuate your home? Come Glenview Community Services Open Day along and meet emergency services and support Glenview Community Services agencies and find out how to prepare. Pick up a free Come on down and see what Glenview is all about! Grab & Go bag. Guaranteed you’ll learn something new about our Thursday 17th October 3:00pm–7:00pm many services, people and innovative projects Glenorchy City Council Front Lawns, 374 Main Road, we’ve got on the go. We’ll have info sessions, show Glenorchy bags and loads of staff and volunteers on hand to chat with you about why we are passionate about promoting positive ageing in our community. Community Art Project at Glenview Thursday 17th October 10:00am–2:00pm Glenview Community Services Glenview Community Services, 2-10 Windsor Street, The fabulously talented local artist Suzanne White Glenorchy is joining us for a community art project that you can help to create. Watch closely as cartoon-style drawings depicting life at Glenview are revealed on Come and Try Tai Chi a huge piece of butchers paper, and then be part of Barossa Park YMCA Wellness Centre the colouring-in fun! Enjoy a free introduction to Tai Chi for health and Thursday 17th October 10:00am–2:00pm wellness. Glenview Community Services, 2-10 Windsor Street, Wednesday 16th October 8:30am–9:15am Glenorchy Barossa Park YMCA Wellness Centre, 17a Clydesdale Ave, Glenorchy Allied Health Information Session Glenview Community Services Community Care TASMANIA Roadshow Join us for morning tea followed by an informative Community Care Tasmania session with a panel of Allied Health guest speakers, Do you know about the options for help at home? including Dr David Dunbabin. An opportunity to ask We are committed to supporting our clients to stay questions and learn some tricks of the trade to help in their homes and remain independent for as long make ageing easier! as possible. Visit our friendly team to find out more Wednesday 16th October 10:00am–12:00pm about options available to receive care at home. Find Glenview Community Services, 2-10 Windsor Street, our mobile office van parked in the library car park. Glenorchy Friday 18th October 9:00am–3:00pm Bookings: 6277 8800 | [email protected] Glenorchy Library Car Park, 4 Terry St, Glenorchy (close: 11/10)

SENIORS WEEK 2019 • EVENTS IN THE SOUTH 37 Zumba Gold at Glenview! Northgate Shopping Centre Glenview Community Services Vicinity Centres – Northgate Come and try Zumba at Glenview with Holistic It’s all about “Connection” at Northgate this Seniors Health and Fitness guru Tania Nelson. The session Week. Come along and join in our Food Court Bingo allows everyone to experience the joy and fun of Sessions. Wander around a range of information chair-based dance. The music is an upbeat mix booths showcasing activities and organisations to of modern, world music and classics that invite join within the northern suburbs community. Take people to reminisce and sing. The movements are up an offer from a range of our retailers in centre. simple, yet encourage basic coordination, gentle Monday 14th–Friday 18th October 9am–5:30pm movement and recall. It is a joyful, tactile, sensory Northgate, 387–393 Main Road, Glenorchy and connecting experience for all ages. Enquiries: www.northgatesc.com.au Thursday 17th October 2:15pm–3:30pm Glenview Community Services, 2-10 Windsor Street Bookings: 6277 8800 | [email protected] Be Connected – iPad Basics (close: 14/10) Glenorchy Library Using the Be Connected resources we will help you set up your iPad safely, and show you how to Move It Easy Exercises customise your iPad to suit your needs. Take-home Move It Easy Exercises tips sheet to help get you started. Exercise classes for ages 60–80+ for those wishing Thursday 17th October 9:30am–11:00am not to exercise strenuously, but to gently move Glenorchy Library, 4 Terry Street, Glenorchy and stretch. Suitable for hip, knee and shoulder Bookings: 6165 5493 | glenorchy.library@education. replacements, for arthritic joints, and also benefits tas.gov.au | www.eventbrite.com.au/o/glenorchy- bad backs. Set to 50s and 60s music, which helps library-6685743883 (close: 13/10) create a fun atmosphere. Come and try a class at no cost. If you find it suitable you pay $10 per class after that. Glenorchy Golden Years Club Concert Wednesday 16th October 9:30am–10:30am Glenorchy Golden Years Club Tolosa Steer Hall, 148 Tolosa Street, Glenorchy Enjoy entertainment by the Grey Nomads followed Bookings: 0428 297 435 | [email protected] by home made afternoon tea plus trade table, lucky (close: 18/10) door prize and raffle. Thursday 17th October 1:30pm–3:30pm 314 Main Road, Glenorchy Coffee, Cake and Computers – Cost: $10 includes afternoon tea Be Connected Basic Computing Glenorchy Library Using the Be Connected resources, this session is Staying Active – a FUN, low to ideal if you aren’t sure how to use a mouse, or how moderate group exercise class to turn a computer on. We will help you learn the Freedom Health and Wellness absolute essentials of what a computer is – and A low to moderate-intensity exercise class, which then give you a warm drink and some cake to make may incorporate hand-held weights, resistance the morning even more enjoyable. Take-home tips bands and balls. Improves cardiovascular fitness, sheet to help get you started. strength, coordination, flexibility and balance. A Monday 14th October 10:00am–12:00pm great way to socialise with others. Participants are Glenorchy Library, 4 Terry Street, Glenorchy encouraged to work at their own pace. Bookings: 6165 5493 | glenorchy.library@education. Wednesday 16th October 11:00am–12:00pm tas.gov.au | www.eventbrite.com.au/o/glenorchy- Golden Years Club, 314 Main Road, Glenorchy library-6685743883 (close: 13/10) Cost: $5

38 SENIORS WEEK 2019 • EVENTS IN THE SOUTH Pryme Active Learn to 3D Design – Create a Bookmark YMCA Glenorchy Glenorchy Library Come and try PrYme Active – a cardio and strength- Using Tinkercad we will teach you the basics of 3D based class for people new to exercise, particularly design to create a bookmark. You will then have those 50+. your very own 3D bookmark to take home. Monday 14th October 10:30am–11:30am Wednesday 16th October 2:00pm–3:30pm Friday 18th October 10:30am–11:30am Glenorchy Library, 4 Terry Street, Glenorchy YMCA Glenorchy, 8a Constance Ave, Glenorchy Bookings: 6165 5493 | glenorchy.library@education. Cost: Free for first timers! Join us for a free tas.gov.au | www.eventbrite.com.au/o/glenorchy- community morning tea after the class on Friday library-6685743883 (close: 13/10)

Healthy Hearts Be Connected – Staying safer online YMCA Glenorchy Glenorchy Library Come and try Healthy Hearts, a low to moderate- Using the Be Connected resources, this course will intensity exercise program developed by the Heart teach you the essential skills to stay safe online, as Foundation for people who are living with health well as the why and how of safe passwords, paying conditions or would like low impact exercise. for goods safely online, some tips to avoid scams, and Tuesday 15th October 10:00am–11:00am how to download and save safely from the internet. Thursday 17th October 10:00am–11:00am Take-home tips sheet to help get you started. YMCA Glenorchy, 8a Constance Ave, Glenorchy Thursday 17th October 10:30am–12:00pm Cost: Free for first timers! Glenorchy Library, 4 Terry Street, Glenorchy Bookings: 6165 5493 | glenorchy.library@education. tas.gov.au | www.eventbrite.com.au/o/glenorchy- Tai Chi and Medical Qigong library-6685743883 (close: 13/10) Jian Shen School of Tai Chi An introduction to Yang Style 108 Tai Chi as well as Medical Qigong. Join a group of friendly like- FREE Hearing CHECKS minded people for an enjoyable class. Hearing Australia Glenorchy Monday 14th October 6:30pm–8:00pm Could you be missing any of the sounds you love? Golden Years Club, 314 Main Road, Glenorchy Rain on a tin roof, early morning bird calls, a baby’s Cost: $7 Concession, $10 Adult/Employed hiccup. These are the sounds that connect us to our world. They have the power to transport us to places deep within our memory or make us laugh at Making Cards for Friends, unexpected moments. They are the sounds that make us happy. That’s why Hearing Australia is conducting Family and Christmas free* hearing checks during Seniors Week. If you are Glenorchy Library concerned about your or a loved one’s hearing please Using Canva, a free graphic-design tool, we will join us and take the first step toward rediscovering the be making cards for friends, family and Christmas. sounds you love! *Conditions apply, see page 33. Canva uses a drag-and-drop format and provides Monday 14th October 9:00am–5:00pm access to over a million photographs, graphics and Tuesday 15th October 9:00am–5:00pm fonts. It is a great way to start making cards and Wednesday 16th October 9:00am–5:00pm gives you the know-how to keep creating at home. Thursday 17th October 9:00am–5:00pm Wednesday 16th October 10:00am–12:00pm Friday 18th October 9:00am–5:00pm Glenorchy Library, 4 Terry Street, Glenorchy Shop 5, Glenorchy Plaza, 350 Main Road, entry off Bookings: 6165 5493 | glenorchy.library@education. Cooper Street, Glenorchy tas.gov.au | www.eventbrite.com.au/o/glenorchy- Bookings: 6271 9400 | [email protected] library-6685743883 (close: 13/10) (close: 14/10)

SENIORS WEEK 2019 • EVENTS IN THE SOUTH 39 Book Chat – share your GOODWOOD favourite books and authors Glenorchy Library Staying Active – a FUN, low to Come and share your favourite books and authors and in the process discover some new favourites. moderate group exercise class Library staff will lead the conversation and we Freedom Health and Wellness will give you a warm drink and cake to start the A low to moderate-intensity exercise class, which conversation flowing. Bring your books to share. may incorporate hand-held weights, resistance Tuesday 15th October 2:00pm–3:00pm bands and balls. Improves cardiovascular fitness, Glenorchy Library, 4 Terry Street, Glenorchy strength, coordination, flexibility and balance. A Bookings: 6165 5493 | glenorchy.library@education. great way to socialise with others. Participants are tas.gov.au | www.eventbrite.com.au/o/glenorchy- encouraged to work at their own pace. library-6685743883 (close: 13/10) Tuesday 15th October 11:00am–12:00pm Goodwood Community Centre, 20 Acton Crescent Cost: $3 Knitting Group Glenorchy Library Join the knitting group for knitting activities in a HOBART fun and relaxing atmosphere. We have wool and accessories to use or you can bring your own knitting along. The Patch Produce Picnic Wednesday 16th October 10:00am–12:00pm Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens Glenorchy Library, 4 Terry Street, Glenorchy Come to the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens to Bookings: 6165 5493 | glenorchy.library@education. dig a little deeper into the world of the Tasmanian tas.gov.au | www.eventbrite.com.au/o/glenorchy- Community Food Garden (“The Patch”). Spend an library-6685743883 (close: 13/10) hour with RTBG Horticulturalist Adam Lancaster, learning how the garden operates and taste some freshly picked seasonal produce. Group capacity for Get to know the Libraries this event is twenty people – bookings essential. Tasmania eLibrary Friday 18th October 10:00am–11:30am Glenorchy Library Meet at the Information Hub at the main entrance Did you know on the Libraries Tasmania eLibrary to the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens, Queens you can access: eBooks and stories, eMagazines, Domain, Hobart eComics, eNews and Journals, eMusic, eFilms and Bookings: [email protected] eLanguages? In this session we will explore all of 6166 0453 (close: 16/10) these and help you discover other great online library resources. Tuesday 15th October 11:00am–12:00pm Are you too clever to be scammed? Glenorchy Library, 4 Terry Street, Glenorchy Australian Competition and Consumer Bookings: 6165 5493 | glenorchy.library@education. Commission (ACCC) and the Department of Justice tas.gov.au | www.eventbrite.com.au/o/glenorchy- In 2018, Australians lost $480 million to scams. library-6685743883 (close: 13/10) The ACCC and Consumer Affairs and Fair Trading Tasmania and will discuss current scam trends, and tips on how to identify and avoid scams. Wednesday 16th October 10:30am–11:30am Lower Level, Mathers House, Mathers Lane, 108 Bathurst St, Hobart

40 SENIORS WEEK 2019 • EVENTS IN THE SOUTH Discover the power of EARLY BALANCE ASSESSMENT BODYSYSTEM Physio planning FOR Aged Care Tasmanian Perpetual Trustees BALANCE Assessments incorporate the Fallscreen Come along to a free Aged Care and Estate tool to allow an individuals falls risk. A written report Planning information session with Tasmanian will be given explaining the results and making Perpetual Trustees. Our experts will give you some recommendations for interventions. tips and tricks on how to plan for the later stages in Monday 14th October 8:30am–6:00pm life and how best to structure your finances in line Tuesday 15th October 8:30am–6:00pm with your wishes, to help you and your loved ones Wednesday 16th October 8:30am–6:00pm navigate what can be an emotional time. Thursday 17th October 8:30am–6:00pm Tuesday 15th October 12:30pm–1:30pm Friday 18th October 8:30am–6:00pm Level 2, 137 Harrington Street, Hobart BODYSYSTEM, 38 Collins Street, Hobart Bookings: 1300 138 044 | [email protected] Bookings: [email protected] www.tasmanianperpetual.com.au (close: 10/10) 6231 5991 (close: 18/10)

Hymnfest 2019 Colonial Connections Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery St. David’s Cathedral Join curator Dr Mary Knights on a tour of TMAG’s St David’s Cathedral and the Bible Society invite Colonial Gallery and explore the surprising you to enjoy a wonderful community event: hearing connections between the paintings of the era and from God’s Word and singing God’s praises through the colonial kitchen. hymns we know and love. Wheelchair accessible. All welcome. Tuesday 15th October 11:00am–11:45am TMAG, 1 Dunn Place, Hobart Sunday 20th October 2:30pm–3:45pm St David’s Cathedral, 23 Murray St, Hobart

Not So Easy What’s On In TMAG’s Art Galleries? Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery Join TMAG Decorative Arts Curator Peter Hughes Join one of TMAG’s dedicated art guides for a lively and take a guided walk through Not So Easy, 100 tour and discussion about current art exhibitions on years of unique Australian pottery. display. Wednesday 16th October 11:00am–11:45am TMAG, 1 Dunn Place, Hobart Friday 18th October 11:00am–11:45am TMAG, 1 Dunn Place, Hobart A long Lunch with Ngaire and Martin Years Ahead with RACT Hobart Library Ngaire Hobbins (Dietitian and Eat to Cheat Ageing A great opportunity to discuss with RACT experts, Author) and Martin Modinger (COTA Peer Educator safe driving tips, the importance of choosing a and former chef) will be discussing and presenting safe vehicle and being physically fit to drive. This on the unique nutrition needs of people as they interactive presentation is designed especially for age, and tips for preparing simple meals. Please join seniors and presents an opportunity to have your us at Mathers House for a set menu and hear about questions answered. the importance of protein, colour and portion sizes! Wednesday 16th October 2:00pm–3:00pm Tuesday 15th October 12:00pm–1:30pm Hobart Library, Level 1, 91 Murray Street, Hobart Mathers House, 108–110 Bathurst Street, Hobart Bookings: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/o/hobart- Cost: $15 library-8085207028?internal_ref=login Bookings: 6234 1441

SENIORS WEEK 2019 • EVENTS IN THE SOUTH 41 Museum Alive! E–bike coffee club goes to MONA Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery Bicycle Network Tasmania Join one of TMAG’s knowledgeable guides on a Join other e-bike riders on off-road paths and quiet walking tour of TMAG’s historic buildings and/or roads from Hobart to MONA for a delicious lunch unique museum collection. and chance to meet up with other e-bike riders for Wednesday 16th October– Sunday 20th October tips and advice. If you've been wanting to try an 1:00pm–1:45pm, 2:00pm–2:45pm e-bike why not hire one for half a day? The ride will TMAG, 1 Dunn Place, Hobart begin at 11:00am, but we’d like riders to get there Enquiries: www.tmag.tas.gov.au earlier to make sure everyone meets each other and is prepared. The end time will depend on the group and how long they take to have lunch. Please note Peppermint Bay Lunch Cruise lunch is at your own cost. Peppermint Bay Cruises Wednesday 16th October 10:50am–2:00pm Departing from Brooke Street Pier at 11:00am, take Cenotaph carpark, McVilly Drive, Hobart in harbour and city views as we cruise our way Bookings: [email protected] down the . Upon entering the calm 0411 671 652 | www.biketas.org.au/e_bike_coffee_ waters of the d’Entrecasteaux Channel, we stop at club_mona_20191016 (close: 15/10) a few spots of interest: ancient rock formations and, if the sea life are co-operating, sea eagles, dolphins and seals. We then dock at Peppermint Bay Hotel, Bushwalk Knocklofty which overlooks the picturesque Bruny Island – the Hobart Walking Club Inc perfect setting to enjoy a delicious three-course Walk along good paths to South Hobart and bus set lunch on the water’s edge. We offer a great back with us to the city. Walkers need to be able selection of Tasmanian wines, locally crafted beers to walk 6km and climb some small hills and have and stellar service for the journey back home. sturdy footwear, a raincoat, a drink and lunch. Tuesday 15th October 11:00am–3:30pm Great views of Hobart and the river. We use Metro Saturday 19th October 11:00am–3:30pm buses at the start and end of the trip and will check Sunday 20th October 11:00am–3:30pm service times before the walk. A Green Card or fare Peppermint Bay Cruises, Brooke Street Pier, Hobart will be required. (10:30am check-in) Monday 14th October 9:40am–3:00pm Cost: Seniors Special for Seniors Week $118, Franklin Square, Hobart Adults $148, Children $100 Bookings: 6247 6537 | [email protected] Bookings: [email protected] (close: 11/10) 1300 137 919 (close: 21/10)

Trove – go on your own treasure hunt! Healthy AgEing Workshop Hobart Library Hobart Chiropractic Centre Discover more about Australia and Australians with Do you want to understand what is happening this free online tool developed by the National with your health or how to prevent future illness? Library of Australia. You can access over 300 What is normal and what isn’t? Then come and million resources including books, images, historic join our workshops run by chiropractors, massage newspapers, maps, music and archives. therapists and personal trainers. Please come Monday 14th October 10:00am–11:00am wearing comfortable clothing. Hobart Library, Level 1, 91 Murray Street, Hobart Wednesday 16th October 1:00pm–2:00pm Bookings: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/o/hobart- Hobart Chiropractic Centre, 181 Harrington Street library-8085207028?internal_ref=login Bookings: 6231 6131 | admin@hobartchiropractic. com.au (close: 16/10)

42 SENIORS WEEK 2019 • EVENTS IN THE SOUTH Tour of Theatre Royal Coming Out for Seniors Week Friends of the Theatre Royal Working It Out Inc Recently closed for renovations and the It was not so long ago that the LGBTI folks of Hobart construction of the University’s Hedburg Building, and Tasmania gathered in the back bar of the Vic the theatre remains untouched, but the foyer, toilets Tav (formerly part of Hadley’s Hotel), protected from and box office have undergone a major overhaul the world and the police, by the buffer of Hobart’s in line with the historic character of the building. lawyers and judges in the front bar. Working It Come along and see the changes. Out invites LGBTI+ elders aged 55+ for a trip into Wednesday 16th October 11:00am–12:00pm the past, as well as a glimpse into the future, for Theatre Royal, 29 Campbell Street, Hobart Seniors Week 2019. You’ll enjoy Hadley’s Orient Cost: Adults $15, Seniors Concession $12, Hotel’s famous Traditional Afternoon Tea, and hear Children (5–16 years) $10 from various speakers about some of Tasmania’s Bookings: [email protected] colourful LGBTI history, and what to expect from 6234 3730 | http://theatreroyal.com.au ageing in Tasmania for yourself or your loved ones. Enquiries: 6234 3730 Most of all this will be a wonderful time to celebrate with old friends and new. Seats are limited so book soon to avoid disappointment. You may also like FREE hearing test and exclusive to consider the pay-it-forward option, to enable someone who may not be able to afford a ticket to hearing technology preview attend. Contact WIO if you would like to reserve a Maria Brown Hearing Clinic pay-it-forward place. This Seniors Week, test your hearing levels and Friday 18th October 2:30pm–4:00pm be one of the first to preview the newest solution Hadley’s Orient Hotel, 34 Murray St, Hobart to hearing loss that's guaranteed to outperform Cost: $0-$20 (pay what you can) normal hearing! Spots are limited. Bookings: 6231 1200 | [email protected] | Monday 14th October 9:00am–5:00pm www.eventbrite.com.au/e/coming-out-for-seniors- Tuesday 15th October 9:00am–5:00pm week-tickets-64288381279 (close: 7/10) Wednesday 16th October 9:00am–5:00pm Thursday 17th October 9:00am–5:00pm Friday 18th October 9:00am–5:00pm FREE Hearing CHECKS Saturday 19th October 9:00am–2:00pm Hearing Australia Hobart 61 Davey St, Hobart Could you be missing any of the sounds you love? Bookings: 6224 7588 | [email protected] Rain on a tin roof, early morning bird calls, a baby’s www.mbhc.com.au/pages/seniors-week hiccup. These are the sounds that connect us to (close: 14/10) our world. They have the power to transport us to places deep within our memory or make us laugh at unexpected moments. They are the sounds Discover a world of treasures at Allport that make us happy. That’s why Hearing Australia Library and Museum of Fine Arts is conducting free* hearing checks during Seniors Hobart Library Week. If you are concerned about your or a loved Join us for a guided tour of all things Allport. Explore one’s hearing please join us and take the first the collection, learn about the Allport family and take step toward rediscovering the sounds you love! in the exhibition, Jorgen Jorgenson: A Shipwrecked *Conditions apply, see page 33. Life by Tasmanian artist Caroline Amos. Numbers are Monday 14th October 9:00am–4:30pm limited. Bookings essential. Shop 1, 40–44 Bathurst Street, Hobart Tuesday 15th October 11:00am–12:00pm Bookings: [email protected] Hobart Library, Level 1, 91 Murray Street, Hobart 6221 9500 (close: 14/10) Bookings: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/o/hobart- library-8085207028?internal_ref=login

SENIORS WEEK 2019 • EVENTS IN THE SOUTH 43 Spinal Screening 3 Day Seniors Sailing on the Lady Nelson Hobart Chiropractic Lady Nelson Visit Hobart Chiropractic for a snapshot of Designed as a celebration for Seniors Week, this your spinal health conducted by our friendly three day/two night trip provides an ideal taste Chiropractors. Further options advised. of Tall Ship life sailing around the beautiful South Monday 14th October 8:00am–6:00pm East of Tasmania. Where we go depends on the Tuesday 15th October 8:00am–6:00pm weather – options include Bruny Island, Frederick Wednesday 16th October 8:00am–2:00pm Henry bay and Norfolk Bay. Later in the day we will Thursday 17th October 1:30pm–6:00pm find a scenic bay and anchor for a relaxing evening Friday 18th October 8:00am–6:00pm of sunset, food, refreshments and friendship. This Hobart Chiropractic Centre, 181 Harrington Street is easy sailing with the comfort of passengers our Bookings: [email protected] priority – haul on a line, steer the ship or just relax 6231 6131 and enjoy the experience. You can explore the Enquiries: www.hobartchiropractic.com.au under deck cabins, galley and facilities, meet the captain and volunteer crew, and learn about the thrilling history of the original Lady Nelson, which Australian Army Band Tasmania concert carried the first settlers to Hobart. City of Hobart Monday 14th to Wednesday 16th October The Australian Army Band – Tasmania has been (departure 10:00am on the 14th, return serving the Tasmanian community for well over approximately 10:00am on the 16th) 100 years by enhancing the image of the Australian Lady Nelson, Elizabeth Street Pier, Hobart Army through community and military engagement. Cost: $320 – includes all meals Join us for this free event in our beautiful City Hall. Bookings: www.ladynelson.org.au/seniors-week Sunday 20th October 2:00pm–3:00pm 6234 3348 | [email protected] City Hall, 57-63 Macquarie Street, Hobart (close: 12/10) – These trips book out quickly so if you miss out contact us for details of future sails

Peace Education Program Peace Education Program Hobart University of the third age hobart Know yourself and be positively surprised. U3A Hobart An introduction to this video-based program, We welcome visitors to participate in one or more with talks by Peace Ambassador Prem Rawat of the following classes: interspersed with cartoons, music and time for • Advanced French (10:00am) your own reflection and comment. With humour • Mahjong (10:00am) and seriousness, you have the opportunity to • Kaleidoscope (10:00am) look at yourself. The focus is on the strengths and • French Intermediate (11:30am) resources you have, like inner strength, dignity, • Books that changed the world by Basil Sansom choice and hope. (11:30am) Wednesday 16th October 9:30am–10:30am Mathers House, 108 Bathurst Street, Hobart Thursday 17th October 10:00am–12:30pm 3 Edward Street, Glebe, Hobart Cost: Please bring 50c to participate in morning tea at 11:00am popular pipes Mathers House Bookings: [email protected] 6289 5975 (close: 11/10) A special Seniors Week lunchtime concert of Enquiries: 6225 2230 popular music by Albert Hudson on the magnificent Town Hall concert organ. Tuesday 15th October 12:15pm–1:00pm Town Hall, Macquarie Street, Hobart

44 SENIORS WEEK 2019 • EVENTS IN THE SOUTH See Me, Know Me – Huon Regional Care Art Exhibition @

Conversations over high tea Huonville Library Meaningful Ageing Australia Huonville Library As we age, some people only see lines and grey Residents of Huon Regional Care will showcase hair rather than the stories, feelings, beliefs their talents with this exhibition of artwork, on and experiences that make us who we are. Join display all week at the Huonville Library. Meaningful Ageing Australia at a special Seniors Monday 14th October 9:00am–5:00pm Week High Tea. Guests will be treated with Tuesday 15th October 9:00am–5:00pm sumptuous delicacies, as well as the opportunity Wednesday 16th October 9:00am–5:00pm to talk about what matters most. Bring a friend or Thursday 17th October 9:00am–5:00pm come on your own – there will be someone to talk Friday 18th October 9:00am–5:00pm to who wants to hear about your reflections on life. Saturday 19th October 10:00am–12:00pm Each table will be provided with our conversation- Huonville Library, 1 Skinner Drive, Huonville starter cards and all participants will be given a small gift to continue the conversation after you leave. It’s sure to be an enjoyable afternoon out that Playback Theatre gets you thinking. Council Monday 14th October 2:00pm–4:00pm Enjoy a fabulous performance by Playback Theatre Hotel Grand Chancellor, 1 Davey St, Hobart with audience participation to explore stories of Cost: $5 Seniors Card holders / $30 all others discovery and imagination together – and see them Bookings: https://highteagrand.eventbrite.com.au re-enacted on the fly. (close: 10/10) Thursday 17th October 10:30am–12:30pm Enquiries: [email protected] Town Hall, 40 Main Street, Huonville 1800 618 107 Cost: $5 Bookings: 6264 0300 | [email protected] (close: 15/10) HUONVILLE

Meet and Greet BBQ @ Huonville Library Caring for your Inner Self Huonville Library in the Age of Wisdom Come along and meet new friends, have a chat and Brahma Kumaris Meditation Centre Hobart enjoy a sausage sizzle. This is an interactive session which aims to put Tuesday 15th October 12:00pm–1:00pm participants in touch with their own inner peace Huonville Library, 1 Skinner Drive, Huonville and resilience in challenging times. Includes a Bookings: 6121 7010 | huonville.library@education. simple form of meditation. Brahma Kumaris is a tas.gov.au (close: 11/10) peace organisation which comprises a network of meditation centres in more than 110 countries and is an international non-government organisation Australian Hearing Bus (NGO) of the United Nations. @ Huonville Library Friday 18th October 12:30pm–1:30pm Huonville Library Huon Community and Health Centre, 7-9 Sale Street Have your hearing checked free of charge in the Bus Bookings: 6278 3788 | [email protected] located in the carpark behind the Huonville Library. (close: 17/10) Staff from Australian Hearing will take you through a very comfortable and easy hearing check. Tuesday 15th October 9:00am–4:00pm Huonville Library, 1 Skinner Drive, Huonville

SENIORS WEEK 2019 • EVENTS IN THE SOUTH 45 KANGAROO BAY Peace Education Program Kingston Neighbourhood House (formerly Maranoa Heights Community Centre) Walk to connect – making Know yourself and be positively surprised. An connections at the Men’s Shed introduction to this video-based program, with talks Clarence City Council by Peace Ambassador Prem Rawat interspersed with Walk the lovely Clarence Foreshore Trail from cartoons, music and time for your own reflection Kangaroo Bay to the Howrah Men’s Shed, located and comment. With humour and seriousness, you by the scenic waterfront, where members of the have the opportunity to look at yourself. The focus is Howrah Men’s Shed will treat you to a superb BBQ on the strengths and resources you have, like inner lunch. A great chance to find out more about what strength, dignity, choice and hope. sheds do in the community and connect with new Tuesday 15th October 2:00pm–3:15pm people. Length of walk: approximately 5.2 km, easy Kingston Neighbourhood House, 24 Hawthorn terrain, mostly accessible. Drive, Kingston Sunday 20th October 10:30am–2:00pm Walk commences from Kangaroo Bay at 10:30am BBQ lunch at shed from 12:00pm Spinal Screening Shuttle bus returns at 1:30pm Hobart and Kingston Chiropractic Bookings: Julie Andersson 6217 9597 | Visit Kingston Chiropractic for a snapshot of [email protected] (close 14/10) your spinal health conducted by our friendly Chiropractors. Further options advised. Monday 14th October 8:00am–12:30pm KINGSTON Tuesday 15th October 8:00am–12:30pm Wednesday 16th October 3:00pm–7:00pm Thursday 17th October 8:00am–12:30pm Friday 18th October 8:00am–12:30pm FREE Hearing CHECKS Saturday 19th October 8:00am–12:30pm Hearing Australia Kingston Kingston Chiropractic Centre, 3/4 7 John Street Could you be missing any of the sounds you love? Bookings: [email protected] Rain on a tin roof, early morning bird calls, a baby’s 6229 7900 hiccup. These are the sounds that connect us to Enquiries: www.hobartchiropractic.com.au our world. They have the power to transport us to places deep within our memory or make us laugh at unexpected moments. They are the sounds Come and Try Croquet at that make us happy. That’s why Hearing Australia is conducting free* hearing checks during Seniors Kingston Croquet Club Week. If you are concerned about your or a loved Kingston Croquet Club one’s hearing please join us and take the first Croquet is a social sport to be enjoyed at all step toward rediscovering the sounds you love! levels. Come and get the feel of a croquet mallet *Conditions apply, see page 33. and running hoops under the guidance of club Thursday 17th October 3:00pm–5:00pm members. Tea and refreshments provided at the Friday 18th October 3:00pm–5:00pm end of each session. Kingston Town Shopping Centre, Shop 4, Friday 18th October 10:00am–12:00pm 37-39 Maranoa Road, Kingston Saturday 19th October 1:00pm–3:00pm Bookings: [email protected] Kingston Croquet Club, 159 Summerleas Road 6283 1500 (close: 18/10) The club has two courts and is accessed off Summerleas Road. The bus route is No. 429 (ask the driver for the Kingston High School stop) Bookings and enquiries: 0429 342 169 (close: 12/10)

46 SENIORS WEEK 2019 • EVENTS IN THE SOUTH Sing Australia Kingston How To Garden All Day Sing Australia Kingston Without Getting Sore Sing Australia is for people who love to sing. Sing Kingston Library Australia accepts that everyone can sing. You don’t What if you could work in the garden in a way that not need to read music and you bring the voice you only doesn’t hurt you but actually makes you fitter and have, there are no auditions. It is about making happy stronger with more energy? Learn about techniques, connections with people from all walks of life and exercises and equipment so you can confidently demographics. The benefits of singing for health and garden for hours on end, safely and without pain. social well being are well known. Come and join us Meet Nathan from Kingston Beach Physiotherapy and for a fun 2 hours of singing and friendship. let him help you enjoy gardening more. Wednesday 16th October 11:30am–1:30pm Friday 18th October 12:00pm–1:00pm Libraries Tasmania (Old Kingston Primary School) Kingston Library, 11 Hutchins St, Kingston Block A, Hutchins St, Kingston Bookings: Kingston-library-tasmania.eventbrite.com Enquiries: 6165 6208

Plant and Seed Swap Kingston Library Hearing Australia Bus Bring along a potted plant, or collected seeds. They can be indoor, outdoor, vegetables or herbs. – FREE Hearing Checks Swap one for one, and share your plant with other Kingston Library gardening enthusiasts. The Hearing Australia Bus will be at Kingston Library Friday 18th October 10:00am–12:00pm during Seniors Week. Hop on board for a free* Kingston Library, 11 Hutchins St, Kingston hearing check and chat about your hearing health. Bookings: 6165 6208 | kingston.library@education. Come say hello to David and Matt, and they can tas.gov.au | http://kingston-library-tasmania. make you a coffee with your screening. *Conditions eventbrite.com (close: 18/10) apply, see page 33. Wednesday 16th October 11:00am–4:00pm Kingston Library, 11 Hutchins St, Kingston Community Care TASMANIA Roadshow Community Care Tasmania Do you know about the options for help at home? Tai Chi We are committed to supporting our clients to stay Kingborough Senior Citizens Club inc in their homes and remain independent for as long An hour of simple stretching and breathing as possible. Visit our friendly team to find out more exercises, including a relaxation session. Come about options available to receive care at home. along and be revitalised! Find our mobile office van parked in the car park. Tuesday 15th October 11:00am–12:00pm Thursday 17th October 10:00am–4:00pm Kingston Community Hall, 35 Redwood Road Kingston Library Car Park, 11 Hutchins St, Kingston

Zumba Gold With Tania Probus Card and Crib Group Tania Nelson Kingston Neighbourhood House (formerly Join this low-impact dance fitness class for an hour Maranoa Heights Community Centre) of groovy fun! Connect with yourself, others and On Thursday afternoons Probus hold a card and music from around the globe. Shimmy your cares crib group for interested people. There is always away whilst improving your balance, flexibility and a laugh, some serious card playing and time for a cardiovascular fitness. Please wear clothing and cuppa and chat. shoes suitable for exercise and bring a water bottle. Thursday 17th October 2:00pm–4:00pm Thursday 17th October 10:00am–11:00am Kingston Neighbourhood House, 24 Hawthorn Drive Kingston Beach Hall, Beach Road, Kingston Beach

SENIORS WEEK 2019 • EVENTS IN THE SOUTH 47 Carers Tasmania – Monthly U3A kingborough open day U3A Kingborough Support Group for Carers Kingston Neighbourhood House (formerly Make a connection with U3A. Our Open Day will Maranoa Heights Community Centre) show you the interesting variety of activities and If you would like to attend the Support Group for classes on offer at Kingston. Carers we invite you to contact Sally at Carers Monday 14th October 10:00am–2:30pm Tasmania. The support group allows people in Tuesday 15th October 10:00am–2:30pm similar situations to share stories and knowledge, Old school opposite Kingston Library, 8 Hutchins information and resources that assist them to care Street, Kingston for their loved ones. Tuesday 15th October 12:00pm–2:00pm Kingston Neighbourhood House, 24 Hawthorn Trash and Treasure community stall Drive, Kingston Bishop Davies Court Enquiries: Sally 6231 5507 Donated items from the community, new and old. Come join us for a lovely afternoon tea and see what goodies you can find for sale. Books, Captain Cook – the Endeavour handbags, knitted items, homeware, potted plants and many more. Items start at 50 cents. and Local Connections Monday 14th October 1:30pm–4:00pm Browns River History Group Bishop Davies Court (Betty Biega Room), Come and listen to an informative talk about Captain 27 Redwood Road, Kingston Cook, his ship Endeavour and the connection to Bruny Island. Other famous navigators also have a connection to Bruny and our speaker, John Spooner, Indoor Bowls will tell the story. John is passionate about maritime Kingborough Senior Citizens Club inc history and as a volunteer at the Maritime Museum is the perfect speaker to tell these tales. There are only Come along and try out our new bowls mats. 50 seats so come early. Existing players and beginners welcome in a warm, friendly environment. Afternoon tea supplied. Monday 14th October 3:00pm–4:00pm Tuesday 15th October 1:00pm–3:00pm Block A, Room 1A of the old Kingston Primary Thursday 17th October 1:00pm–3:00pm School at 8 Hutchins Street, Kingston Kingston Community Hall, 35 Redwood Road

The Art of Tea Find Out About Lawn Bowls Kingston Library Kingston Library Learn about the role of tea for health and Come to the Kingston Library and find out about enjoyment from the Art of Tea at Kingston. Come Lawn Bowls. Watch a bowling demonstration and along and discover new tastes and amazing ask members of the Kingborough Bowls Club all aromas. Learn about the sleep benefits of tea, teas about lawn bowling. to help arthritis, teas for stress and which teas to Monday 14th October 11:00am–12:00pm drink for general wellbeing. Kingston Library, 11 Hutchins St, Kingston Thursday 17th October 10:00am–11:00am Bookings: 6165 6208 | kingston.library@education. Kingston Library, 11 Hutchins St, Kingston tas.gov.au | http://kingston-library-tasmania. Bookings: 6165 6208 | kingston.library@education. eventbrite.com (close: 14/10) tas.gov.au | http://kingston-library-tasmania. eventbrite.com (close: 16/10)

48 SENIORS WEEK 2019 • EVENTS IN THE SOUTH Line Dancing with Marilyn FREE coffee and cake Friday! Kingborough Senior Citizens Club Bishop Davies Court Come and try line dancing. It’s great, gentle To celebrate this years' Seniors Week, Mountain exercise and lots of fun. No hats, no boots, no View Café will serve free coffee and cake. Come yeehaas and it’s not all country music. The dance and join us for a cuppa and a chat. program will be designed especially for beginners. Friday 18th October 9:30am–12:00pm All dances are taught and called. Please arrive from Alfreds Gardens, Bishop Davies Court, Kingston 10:15 am for a 10:30 start. We suggest wearing low comfortable shoes that have a smoothish sole. Too much grip can make joints ache. Move It Easy Exercises Friday 18th October 10:30am–12:00pm Move It Easy Exercises Kingston Community Hall, 35 Redwood Rd Exercise classes for ages 60–80+ for those wishing Enquiries: Marilyn 0417 050 625 not to exercise strenuously, but to gently move and stretch. Suitable for hip, knee and shoulder replacements, for arthritic joints, and also benefits Book Chat bad backs. Set to 50s and 60s music, which helps Kingston Library create a fun atmosphere. Come and try a class at Join Kingston Library’s Book Chat group. A casual no cost. If you find it suitable you pay $10 per class group of people that meets once a month to talk after that. about novels, or other books on chosen topics. No Tuesday 15th October 11:15am–12:15pm fee, just a fun and casual get-together to discuss Kingston Beach Hall, Beach Hall, Kingston Beach books you have read, or to get ideas on what to Bookings: 04 2829 7435 | [email protected] read next. (close: 18/10) Wednesday 16th October 2:00pm–3:00pm Kingston Library, 11 Hutchins St, Kingston Bookings: 6165 6208 | kingston.library@education. Empowering Seniors – Staying tas.gov.au | http://kingston-library-tasmania. eventbrite.com (close: 16/10) Active At Any Age Kingston Library Empowering Seniors is an exercise class designed for senior members who require just a little more Library Books to Your Home attention. Join Kingston Sports Centre staff at the Kingston Library Kingston Library, and find out about chair-based Don’t go without your library books! Home Library exercise. Service is all about books delivered by volunteers Wednesday 16th October 11:00am–12:00pm to your home. If you are unable to visit the library Kingston Library, 11 Hutchins St, Kingston due to illness or other temporary or permanent Bookings: 6165 6208 | kingston.library@education. incapacity, contact us. Talk to our Library Staff any tas.gov.au | http://kingston-library-tasmania. week day, 9:30–5:00pm. eventbrite.com (close: 16/10) Monday 14th October 9:30am–5:00pm Kingston Library, 11 Hutchins St, Kingston Bookings: 6165 6208 | kingston.library@education. tas.gov.au | http://kingston-library-tasmania. Mahjong eventbrite.com (close: 16/10) Kingborough Senior Citizens Club inc. Ever wanted to learn the intricacies of Mahjong? Come along and we will teach you in a warm, friendly environment. Thursday 17th October 9:30am–11:50am Kingston Community Hall, 35 Redwood Road

SENIORS WEEK 2019 • EVENTS IN THE SOUTH 49 LENAH VALLEY 88 Pianos I Have Known – Jan Preston Arelmedia Management In this show pianist extraordinaire Jan Preston shares Move It Easy Exercises with us her passion for pianos. Projected images Move It Easy Exercises combine with unforgettable biographical stories, Exercise classes for ages 60–80+ for those wishing original songs and piano music, which will move you not to exercise strenuously, but to gently move from tears to laughter. Underpinned by Jan’s thrilling and stretch. Suitable for hip, knee and shoulder virtuosity (together with her trio) audiences will be replacements, for arthritic joints, and also benefits tapping and clapping and may leave never looking bad backs. Set to 50s and 60s music, which helps at a piano in quite the same way again. From her create a fun atmosphere. Come and try a class at background in classical music Jan has created her no cost. If you find it suitable you pay $10 per class own style, not only through her piano playing but after that. also her singing and songwriting, which now sees Tuesday 15th October 9:30am–10:30am her shine as a truly Antipodean original. Thursday 17th October 6:30pm–7:30pm Friday 18th October 7:30pm–9:30pm Lenah Valley Community Hall, 22 Creek Road CWA Hall Lindisfarne, 29 Lincoln Ave, Lindisfarne Bookings: 0428 297 435 | [email protected] Cost: Online $20, Door sales $25 Seniors $20 (close: 18/10) Bookings: 0419 558 421 | http://trybooking.com/ BDWXU (close: 18/10)

LINDISFARNE The Old Songs You Love to Sing Arelmedia Management SINGING WORKSHOP AND OPEN REHEARSAL George Mann (US) brings to life songs from years Lindisfarne Riverside Arts Club Choir ago. Memories of Elvis Presley, Simon and Garfunkle, Lindisfarne Riverside Arts Club Choir. Brush up on Peter, Paul and Mary, Willie Nelson, Kingston Trio to your singing and experience the thrill of singing in name a few. Sing along with George, tap your feet or a choir. No singing experience is necessary as our get up and dance. A happy trip down memory lane, emphasis is on enjoyment and building the skills. music keeps the heart young. Credit card facilities Delicious supper with coffee and cake provided after available at the door. the workshop. Monday 14th October 2:00pm–2:55pm CWA Hall, Lincoln Street, Lindisfarne Thursday 17th October 7:30pm–9:30pm Lindisfarne Citizens Activities Centre, 37A Lincoln St Cost: Adults online $12, Door sales $15 Bookings: 0419 558 421 | http://trybooking.com/ BDWVS (close: 14/10)

Jan Preston’s Wonderful Winnie Arelmedia Management Understanding Your Age Pension A special Seniors Week tribute to Winifred Department of Human Services Atwell. Jan Preston’s show brings together live performance, visuals and narration to celebrate the Information provided by the Department of Human life and music of piano honky tonk great, Winifred Services, Financial Information Service about Atwell. Known as Australia’s 'Queen of Boogie income and asset assessments. Piano', Jan Preston is a magnetic live performer and Wednesday 16th October 9:30am–11:30am astonishing piano player with a rich resonant voice. Motor Yacht Club of Tasmania, 1 Ford Parade, Lindisfarne Friday 18th October 2:00pm–2:55pm CWA Hall Lindisfarne, 29 Lincoln Street, Lindisfarne Bookings: 03 0013 6357 | fis.seminar.bookings@ Cost: Online $12, Door Sales $15, Seniors $12 humanservices.gov.au (close: 15/10) Bookings: [email protected] | 0419 558 Enquiries: 03 0013 2300 421 http://trybooking.com/BDWWJ (close: 18/10)

50 SENIORS WEEK 2019 • EVENTS IN THE SOUTH MARGATE LADIES GET INTO GOLF North West Bay Golf Club Introduction to golf for seniors. Enjoy our beautiful Jan Preston’s Wonderful Winnie golf course overlooking North West Bay, exercising Arelmedia Management and hitting golf balls with our trained instructor. A special Seniors Week tribute to Winifred Atwell. Equipment and lunch provided in a happy and Jan Preston’s show brings together live performance, relaxed atmosphere. visuals and narration to celebrate the life and music Thursday 17th October 12:30pm–3:00pm of piano honky tonk great, Winifred Atwell. Known NWB Golf Club House, 1395 as Australia’s Queen of Boogie Piano, Jan Preston Bookings: 0478 597 347 | [email protected] is a magnetic live performer and astonishing (close: 10/10) piano player with a rich resonant voice. Brookfield Margate provides great morning tea or lunch (book separately), credit card facilities available. The Old Songs You Love to Sing Friday 18th October 10:30am–11:25am Arelmedia Management Brookfield Shed, 1640 Channel Highway, Margate George Mann (US) brings to life songs from years ago. Cost: Online $12, door sales $15, Seniors $12 Memories of Elvis Presley, Simon and Garfunkle, Peter, Bookings: 0419 558 421 | [email protected] Paul and Mary, Willie Nelson, Kingston Trio to name a | http://trybooking.com/BDWWD (close: 18/10) few. Sing along with George, tap your feet or get up and dance. A happy trip down memory lane, music keeps the heart young. 88 Pianos I Have Known – Jan Preston Monday 14th October 10:30am–11:25am Arelmedia Management Brookfield Shed, 1640 Channel Highway, Margate In this show pianist extraordinaire Jan Preston shares Cost: Adults Online $12, Door Sales $15 with us her passion for pianos. Projected images Bookings: 0419 558 421 | http://trybooking.com/ combine with unforgettable biographical stories, BDWVL (close: 14/10) original songs and piano music, which will move you from tears to laughter. Underpinned by Jan’s thrilling virtuosity (together with her trio) audiences will be tapping and clapping and may leave never looking MORNINGTON at a piano in quite the same way again. From her background in classical music Jan has created her own style, not only through her piano playing but Time Out Craft Program also her singing and songwriting, which now sees Time Out Crafts Program at Citywide her shine as a truly Antipodean original. Brookfield Baptist Church Margate serves a great morning tea or lunch (book There are approximately eighteen different activities separately), credit card facilities available. to see if you would like to join this weekly activity Saturday 19th October 7:30pm–9:30pm (during school terms) from 9:30am to 12:00 noon. Kingborough Bowls Club, 1615 Channel Highway, Morning tea will be served at 10:45am. Margate Thursday 17th October 9:30am–12:00pm Cost: Online $20, Door Sales $25, Seniors $20 Citywide Centre, 400 Cambridge Rd, Mornington Bookings: 0419 558 421 | http://trybooking.com/ BDWXR (close: 19/10)

SENIORS WEEK 2019 • EVENTS IN THE SOUTH 51 MOUNT WELLINGTON Circuit – a group exercise class for

participants to work at their own pace Walk – The Springs to Junction Freedom Health and Wellness Participants work at a ‘station’ and do the exercise Cabin (return) on that station until the buzzer goes and it’s time Wellbeing Club 13 Inc to move onto the next station. The workout is a full Approx 11kms Medium/Hard. Meet at the Springs body workout incorporating strength, cardio, core, at 9:30am for morning tea. Walk commences balance and coordination exercises. Exercises can at 10:00am on North South Track to Junction be modified to suit the abilities of the participants. Cabin. After lunch the return walk takes the Lenah Monday 14th October 10:30am–11:30am Valley Track via Sphinx Rock. Bush tracks, uneven Thursday 17th October 5:15pm–6:00pm surfaces, inclines. Reasonable level of fitness Freedom Health and Wellness, 2/99 Ring Road, New required. BYO sturdy walking boots, poles, all- Norfolk weather clothing and all food and drinks. Cost: $6 Wednesday 16th October 9:30am–3:30pm The Springs, Mt Wellington Enquiries: Marg 0447 249 064 Staying Active – a FUN, low to moderate

group exercise class Freedom Health and Wellness NEW NORFOLK A low to moderate intensity exercise class, which may incorporate hand-held weights, resistance bands and balls. Improves cardiovascular fitness, Seniors Bingo strength, coordination, flexibility and balance. A great way to socialise with others. Participants are An afternoon of fun, prizes and afternoon tea. An encouraged to work at their own pace. opportunity to catch up with other Bingo players. Tuesday 15th October 10:15am–11:15am Tuesday 15th October 2:00pm–3:30pm Thursday 17th October 10:15am–11:15am RSL, George St, New Norfolk Freedom Health and Wellness, 2/99 Ring Road, New Bookings: 0488 163 025 | [email protected] Norfolk (close: 11/10) Cost: $6

Mayor’s Afternoon Tea Coffee, Cake and Computers Derwent Valley Council – Be Connected Basic Computing An afternoon tea hosted by the Mayor of the Glenorchy Library Derwent Valley and provided by the Lions Club of Using the Be Connected resources, this session New Norfolk, this event celebrates the contributions shows how to use a mouse, or how to turn a of seniors to the community. Certificates are computer on. We will help you will learn the presented to those people who have made our absolute essentials of what a computer is and community a better place to live. give you a warm drink and some cake to make the Thursday 17th October 2:00pm–4:00pm morning even more enjoyable. Take-home tips New Norfolk District Football Club, Backriver Road, sheet to help get you started. New Norfolk Thursday 17th October 10:00am–12:00pm Bookings: 0488 163 025 | [email protected] New Norfolk Library, Charles Street, New Norfolk (close: 14/10) Bookings: [email protected] www.eventbrite.com.au/o/glenorchy- library-6685743883 | 6165 5493 (close: 13/10)

52 SENIORS WEEK 2019 • EVENTS IN THE SOUTH Men’s Moves group exercise class Cultural Connections through Freedom Health and Wellness Polish Folk Dancing A men’s-only low-to-moderate group exercise Polish Welfare Office class. Each participant works at their own pace Connect with Polish culture by joining us for with exercises that can be modified to suit traditional Polish dances. The session will be the participants needs. Aims to improve the followed by tea and coffee served with Polish cakes participant's strength, cardiovascular fitness, and biscuits. balance, coordination and flexibility. Thursday 17th October 11:00am–12:30pm Friday 18th October 10:15am–11:15am Polish House, 22-24 New Town Road, New Town Freedom Health and Wellness, 2/99 Ring Road Cost: $5 Cost: $6 Bookings: [email protected] 6228 6258 (close: 14/10) NEW TOWN Easy multi-language SINGING Workshop Sisongke Community Choir Taste of Elsewhere – Please help us celebrate Sisongke Community Choir's 25th anniversary – you and friends are Food tour of Spain, Italy and Greece Mary Ogilvy Homes Society invited to visit our Thursday rehearsal workshops conducted by music director Oliver Gathercole. Come and taste the delights from these European We will be rehearsing our current multi-language countries – you’ll enjoy the change. Music, singing repertoire as well as learning one or two new songs. and dancing if you desire! All visitors are welcome to join in. This continues our Friday 18th October 1:30pm–3:00pm long-held professional theme of "Learn three songs Mary Ogilvy Home, 51 Pirie Street, New Town in three languages in one day"! Bookings: 6279 4200 | (close: 10/10) Thursday 17th October 6:30pm–8:30pm Friends School Meeting House, corner of Argyle and Boa Vista Streets, New Town Come and Try Croquet Cost: Free – if you enjoy yourself you are welcome New Town Croquet Club to a couple more rehearsals without cost in Try out croquet, a great game that's similar to consideration of taking up membership billiards, but on a lawn. Open to all ages and Bookings: 0410 026 473 | www.sisongke.org genders. All equipment provided. Just wear flat Enquiries: 0413 701 291 | [email protected] soled shoes and bring a hat. Monday 14th October 1:00pm–3:00pm New Town Croquet Club, 4 St Johns Avenue Entry is via the car park just up Creek Road, behind NORTH HOBART the basketball courts

Learn to Draw Hope Christian Centre Sing Australia Singalong Sing Australia Hobart A time of helpful instruction and friendship with other artistic people. Paper, pencils, boards and Come and enjoy singing with Sing Australia, afternoon tea all supplied. Hobart Group. A night of Australian songs, songs from musicals and many other well known tunes. Tuesday 15th October 2:00pm–4:00pm A non-audition group, we welcome all voice Hope Christian Centre, 25 Tasma Street, North types and ages. Supper will be provided. Hobart Monday 14th October 7:30pm–9:45pm New Town Primary School, 36 Forster St, New Town

SENIORS WEEK 2019 • EVENTS IN THE SOUTH 53 fit & strong 4 life Great Food and Film Morning Friends Health & Fitness Hope Christian Centre A group exercise session that allows you to safely Make new friends as you chat over a scrumptious work at your own level of strength and fitness. Our Devonshire Tea then relax watching “The Greatest Fit & Strong 4 Life sessions will help you to move Showman” on the screen in our Auditorium. more efficiently, improve your strength, balance and Tuesday 15th October 9:30am–12:30pm flexibility in a friendly, fun and socially rewarding Hope Christian Centre, 25 Tasma Street, North environment. We would love to see you with us. Hobart Monday 14th October 10:30am–11:30am Bookings: 6223 2032 | [email protected] Wednesday 16th October 10:30am–11:30am (close: 14/10) Friday 18th October 10:30am–11:30am Enquiries: 0402 211 794 Friends Health & Fitness, 7 Wilson Street, North Hobart Celebrating Seniors Week Fun, Fellowship and – Be Connected: Volunteer! Volunteering Tasmania Fulfilment through Rotary Volunteering provides you with so many ways Rotary Club of North Hobart to engage in rewarding and life changing Visit our friendly Rotary Club and hear about experiences! Make new friends, be sociable and how you can serve the community and make live a healthy and active lifestyle! Volunteering new friends. See what Rotary does, how we have Tasmania will support you in finding the evolved, what you can give and what you get in opportunity right for you – appointments (over the return. Enjoy your evening meal with us. Pay on the phone or in-person) are available during Seniors night as you order. Guest speaker Larissa Bartlett. Week 2019 during the following times: Tuesday 15th October 6:00pm–7:30pm Monday 14th October 9:00am–3:00pm Black Buffalo Tavern, Federal St, North Hobart Tuesday 15th October 9:00am–3:00pm Cost: Buy your own meal and drink from menu Wednesday 16th October 9:00am–3:00pm (approximately $20). Bring a gold coin for raffle. Thursday 17th October 9:00am–3:00pm Bookings: [email protected] Volunteering Tasmania, 75 Federal St, North Hobart 0438 240 125 (close: 13/10) Bookings: [email protected] 1800 677 895 Protect Your Rights and

Your Choices as you Age NUBEENA Advocacy Tasmania Information session by a range of experts to inform older persons of their rights and what measures Coffee, Connections and Coffins they may consider to protect their rights and ensure Mary Eleanor Holistic Death Care their choices are respected. The day will conclude Let's connect over a cuppa and discuss everything with a question and answer panel. Morning tea and you have ever wanted to know about after-death lunch are provided! Spaces are limited. care. From costs to cremation, cardboard to coffins, Thursday 17th October 10:00am–3:30pm we’ve got you covered. Join us for a relaxed couple Rydges Hobart, Corner Argyle and Lewis Streets, of hours over a cuppa and scone. North Hobart Friday 18th October 11:00am–1:00pm Bookings: 1800 005 131 | [email protected] Tasman Health and Community Service Centre, (close: 9/10) 1614 Nubeena Road, Nubeena Enquiries: 0438 602 216 Cost: Adults $10 Seniors $5 Bookings: 0458 002 151 | [email protected] (close: 17/10)

54 SENIORS WEEK 2019 • EVENTS IN THE SOUTH RISDON VALE Mastering Your Device Rosny Library Come along to find out more about the fun and Blundstone Boot Walk interesting ways you can use your mobile phone National Seniors Australia, Hobart Branch and tablet. Students from Rose Bay High School will Join us for a walk around Risdon Brook Dam be here to help you with your individual needs. followed by a sausage sizzle and a cuppa. All Friday 18th October 10:00am–11:00am walkers are eligible for the prize draw of a pair of Rosny Library, 46 Bligh Street, Rosny Park Blundstone boots. Registration from 10:15am. Bookings: [email protected] Tuesday 15th October 10:30am–1:00pm 6165 6448 (close: 10/10) Risdon Brook Dam, Risdon Vale Enquiries: Mary 0448 259 747 Meet and Greet – official launch

of Home independence Assistants Team ROKEBY Care Forward Please join us at Care Forward over morning tea to meet, greet, share stories and get to know our Mastering Your Device team. Discover how our team of wellness-trained Libraries Tasmania Home Independence Assistants can work with you Is your new mobile phone, tablet or iPad a bit of to optimise your health and wellbeing. Find out a puzzle? Learn how to use various functions on what makes a Care Forward Home Independence your device. Individual assistance provided by local Assistant different to other care workers. Learn students. Morning tea provided. about our range of allied health services and how Tuesday 15th October 10:30am–11:30am you can use them to build connections in your Rokeby Neighbourhood Centre, 85 Tollard Drive community. There will be displays, demonstrations, Bookings: 6247 6778 | [email protected] activities and goodies to share so bring a friend (close: 14/10) or come alone. Bring your questions or share your Enquiries: 0448 443 686 story. Let’s get connected. Thursday 17th October 10:30am–12:30pm Level 1, 6 Bayfield Street Rosny Park ROSNY Visualising the future of the City of

Clarence U3A OPEN DAYS Clarence: Images and stories by the Clarence U3A citizens of Clarence Clarence U3A is a volunteer-based, non-profit Clarence City Council organisation formed to offer shared learning An exhibition of photography and stories generated experiences that contribute to the third age by younger and older people of Clarence in component of life-long learning. It was founded in response to two questions: What do you like and 1993 for retired and semi-retired people and while dislike about living in the City of Clarence? What do there are no age limits, it attracts the over 50s. At you like and dislike about your age? any given time there are approximately 36 different Wednesday 16th October 11:00am–5:00pm courses on offer. On arrival, check the notice board Thursday 17th October 11:00am–5:00pm to see which classes are being offered that day. Friday 18th October 11:00am–5:00pm Monday 14th October 9:30am–1:00pm Saturday 19th October 11:00am–5:00pm Wednesday 16th October 9:30am–1:00pm Sunday 20th October 11:00am–5:00pm Rosny Library, 46 Bligh Street, Rosny Park Rosny Barn, Rosny Hill Road, Rosny Park Enquiries: [email protected] | 6217 9607

SENIORS WEEK 2019 • EVENTS IN THE SOUTH 55 Eastlands Shopping Centre Love your Library Tour Vicinity Centres – Eastlands @ Rosny Library It’s all about “Connection” at Eastlands this Rosny Library Seniors Week. Come along and join our weekly Want to find out more about Libraries Tasmania? walking group, attend some of our in-centre Not sure what we offer (besides books)? Perhaps demonstrations, or take up an offer from a range of you are a new member or haven’t been to the our retailers. library for a while? If this sounds like you, come to Monday 14th–Friday 18th October this walk and talk around Rosny Library. Afterwards 9:00am–5:30pm relax with a cuppa while we show you our online Eastlands Shopping Centre, Bligh Street, Rosny Park resources such as eBooks and eMagazines. Enquiries: www.eastlandssc.com.au Wednesday 16th October 2:30pm–4:00pm Rosny Library, Bligh Street, Rosny Bookings: [email protected] Community Care TASMANIA Roadshow 6165 6448 | https://lyl-tour.eventbrite.com.au Community Care Tasmania (close: 15/10) Do you know about the options for help at home? We are committed to supporting our clients to stay in their homes and remain independent for as long Seniors Morning Tea and as possible. Visit our friendly team to find out more about options available to receive care at home. Putting Competition Find our mobile office van parked in the car park. Rosny Park Golf Wednesday 16th October 10:00am–5:00pm Enjoy a morning tea and practice green putting in a Rosny Library Car Park, 46 Bligh St, Rosny social competition. All equipment provided. Tuesday 15th October 10:00am–12:00pm Rosny Park Golf, Rosny Hill Road, Rosny Park Bookings: 6244 1297 | [email protected] Helpful Technology for Communicating Rosny Library (close: 14/10) Independent Living Centre Tasmania will be presenting on technology you can use to help you communicate. Come along to learn how technology SANDY BAY can help you continue to live independently, productively and creatively. Monday 14th October 2:00pm–3:30pm CROQUET FOR FUN, FITNESS AND FRIENDSHIP Rosny Library, 46 Bligh Street, Rosny Park Sandy Bay Croquet Club Bookings: [email protected] Join us to try the game of croquet. Enjoy the fun 6165 6448 (close: 10/10) and companionship of social play or the stimulation of competition. Either way croquet is addictive. You need to wear a flat soft soled shoe (e.g. joggers) - all Discover Your Family History other equipment and instruction is supplied. Rosny Library Tuesday 15th October 2:00pm–3:30pm Come along to learn about researching your family Sandy Bay Croquet Club, 4 Long Point Road history. We’ll show you what information is available Bookings: [email protected] and how to find out more about your family’s past. 0409 196 957 (close: 13/10) Tuesday 15th October 2:00pm–3:00pm Rosny Library, 46 Bligh Street, Rosny Park Bookings: [email protected] 6165 6448 (close: 10/10)

56 SENIORS WEEK 2019 • EVENTS IN THE SOUTH Pétanque in the Park FREE Hearing CHECKS Hobart Pétanque Club Hearing Australia Sorell Known around the world as Boules, this fast growing Could you be missing any of the sounds you love? game is very popular with seniors. Pétanque is lots Rain on a tin roof, early morning bird calls, a baby’s of fun, easy to learn and gentle on the body. Boules hiccup. These are the sounds that connect us to and helpful instruction will be provided. our world. They have the power to transport us to Monday 14th October 11:30am–1:00pm places deep within our memory or make us laugh Hobart Pétanque Piste, Long Point Road, Sandy Bay at unexpected moments. They are the sounds Bookings: [email protected] that make us happy. That’s why Hearing Australia 0427 437 346 (close: 10/10) is conducting free* hearing checks during Seniors Week. If you are concerned about your or a loved one’s hearing please join us and take the first Mahjong Club of Hobart open night step toward rediscovering the sounds you love! The Mahjong Club of Hobart *Conditions apply, see page 33. Make some new friends at our Open Night. Observe Monday 14th October 9:00am–5:00pm members at play, join in, and/or have a free lesson. Tuesday 15th October 9:00am–5:00pm Supper is included! Wednesday 16th October 9:00am–5:00pm Thursday 17th October 9:00am–5:00pm Monday 14th October 7:00pm–10:00pm Friday 18th October 9:00am–5:00pm Sandy Bay Senior Citizens Club, 23 Lambert Avenue, 13 Gordon Street, Sorell Sandy Bay Bookings: 6265 2077 | [email protected] Enquiries: Janet Waters on 0409 463 492 (close: 14/10)

SORELL SEC Care Community Expo 2019 South Eastern Community Care For the fourth year running, South Eastern Mastering Your Device Community Care proudly presents the SEC Care Libraries Tasmania Community Expo 2019 – a free community event Is your new mobile phone, tablet or iPad a bit of for the whole family! Paying homage to the elders a puzzle? Learn how to use various functions on in our community, the Community Expo brings your device. Individual assistance provided by local together a wide range of stalls and attractions from students. Morning tea provided. organisations around Southern Tasmania. Featuring Tuesday 15th October 10:30am–11:30am a free sausage sizzle, Devonshire Tea, live music and Sorell Library, 25 Cole Street, Sorell free health checks – there’s something for everyone! Bookings: [email protected] Saturday 19th October 11:00am–2:00pm 6165 6452 (close: 14/10) 12 Somerville Street, Sorell

Introduction to Family History Libraries Tasmania If you need help researching your family history, come along to a free introductory session at Sorell Library. Afternoon tea provided. Friday 18th October 2:00pm–3:00pm Sorell Library, 25 Cole Street, Sorell Bookings: [email protected] 6165 6452 (close: 17/10)

SENIORS WEEK 2019 • EVENTS IN THE SOUTH 57 SOUTH HOBART Old–time Barn Dance BUPA South Hobart A dosey-doe and around we go on the Friday Succulent Wreath evening of Seniors Week as we take to the dance Demonstration for Seniors floor for a good, old-fashioned Barn Dance. Even if Baldwin Living Vaucluse Gardens you can’t dance – you can probably barn-dance. Or Learn how to create a living wreath made from you can just come along and enjoy the music and succulents at Vaucluse Retirement Village. In this wonderful company. Bring your friends or come 3 hour demonstration you can watch and assist Hill alone – you will be made very welcome. Street florists creating several different succulent Friday 18th October 6:30pm–8:30pm wreaths perfect for a table centrepiece or adorn BUPA, 14 Gore St, South Hobart your front door in time for Christmas. A tour of the village and light refreshments will be available during the demonstration. Post-Vintage Car Club display Tuesday 15th October 1:00pm–4:00pm BUPA South Hobart Vaucluse Gardens, 319 Macquarie Street, Come join the residents to see this wonderful and South Hobart nostalgic display of vintage cars from yesteryear, all Bookings: 6221 5494 | [email protected] beautifully and lovingly restored and still being used (close: 14/10) and enjoyed. Wednesday 16th October 2:30pm BUPA, 14 Gore St, South Hobart Spinning, come and try South Hobart Spinners Ever wanted to try spinning? Our friendly and TAROONA sociable group will be available to show you how to get started to create wonderful homemade articles for your family and friends. Knitters are also welcome. Devonshire Tea at The Shot Tower Thursday 17th October 11:00am–2:00pm St. Francis Xavier hall at rear of building, Anglesea St Tearoom and Garden Courtyard The Shot Tower Visit the Shot Tower to climb the spiral staircase to Mega BUPA Bingo the top or learn about the history of the Tower at BUPA South Hobart half the usual entry fees. Seniors are also invited to enjoy a fine china Devonshire Tea consisting of two Bring your friends and join the residents as they homemade scones, jam, cream and a hot drink for enjoy some spirited games of good old bingo. the special price of $10 during Seniors Week. Monday 14th October 2:30pm–4:00pm Thursday 17th October 10:00am–4:00pm BUPA, 14 Gore St, South Hobart Friday 18th October 10:00am–4:00pm Saturday 19th October 10:00am–4:00pm Sunday 20th October 10:00am–4:00pm High Tea at BUPA The Shot Tower, Taroona, 318 Channel Hwy, Taroona BUPA South Hobart Cost: Seniors Week Museum entry only $2, Museum There’s nothing like a traditional High Tea with old and Shot Tower Climb $4, Garden and Tearoom and new friends to make an afternoon enjoyable. entry is always free Come along with or without friends to make new ones as you enjoy a scrumptious afternoon tea. Tuesday 15th October 2:30pm–4:00pm BUPA, 14 Gore St, South Hobart

58 SENIORS WEEK 2019 • EVENTS IN THE SOUTH TRIABUNNA WEST HOBART

Caring for your Inner Self Release and Relax Fern Leaf Pilates in the Age of Wisdom Brahma Kumaris Meditation Centre Hobart Release and relax. Discover the “sticky points” in This in an interactive session which aims to put your connective tissue and learn a variety of simple participants in touch with their own inner peace techniques to release them. Experience some of the and resilience in challenging times and includes stored-up tension in your body melt away and feel a simple form of meditation. Brahma Kumaris more at ease in your body and mind. Suitable for is a peace organisation which comprises a all ages and abilities. Please note that bookings are network of centres in over 110 countries and is essential as there is a maximum of six participants an international non-government organisation per session. (NGO) of the United Nations. Tuesday 15th October 11:00am–12:00pm Wednesday 16th October 1:00pm–2:00pm Wednesday 16th October 2:00pm–3:00pm Spring Bay Community Health Centre, Thursday 17th October 11:00am–12:00pm 7 Esplanade W, Triabunna 5a Summerhill Rd, West Hobart Bookings: [email protected] Cost: $5 6278 3788 (close: 15/10) Bookings: [email protected] 0406 713 698 | www.fernleafpilates.com.au (close: 11/10) WARRANE Big on Balance Fern Leaf Pilates Seniors Week Lunch Enliven your feet, strengthen your ankles, legs and Warrane Mornington hips and challenge your balance in a safe and fun Neighbourhood Centre Inc way. Stand steady and strong for longer! Suitable for Free community lunch provided to celebrate Seniors all ages and abilities. Please note that bookings are Week. Meet old and new people while enjoying essential as there is a maximum of six participants a great meal provided at no cost at the Warrane per session. Mornington Neighbourhood Centre. Tuesday 15th October 2:00pm–3:00pm Wednesday 16th October 12:00pm–2:00pm Wednesday 16th October 9:30am–10:30am Warrane Mornington Neighbourhood Centre, Thursday 17th October 2:00pm–3:00pm 150a Bligh Street, Warrane 5a Summerhill Rd, West Hobart | Cost: $5 Bookings: 6244 6346 | [email protected] Bookings: [email protected] (close: 11/10) 0406 713 698 | www.fernleafpilates.com.au (close: 11/10)

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my grandpa can juggle!

SENIORS WEEK 2019 • EVENTS IN THE SOUTH 59 WEST MOONAH Mystery Bus Tour West Moonah Community House Join José for a mystery bus tour. Imagine rolling Staying Active and eating for energy hills, beautiful rivers and taste-bud tantalising eats Freedom Health and Wellness / West Moonah at our secret lunch spot! It will be a surprise worth Community House waiting for. $15 for the tour plus money to buy your A low to moderate intensity exercise class, which own lunch. may incorporate hand-held weights, resistance Thursday 17th October 9:45am–3:00pm bands and balls. Improves cardiovascular fitness, West Moonah Community House, 130 Springfield strength coordination, flexibility and balance. After Avenue, West Moonah the one hour class, join Ally, our Community House Cost: $15 Nutritionist, in making a delicious and nutritious Bookings: [email protected] lunch to share together. 6273 2362 (close: 03/10) Monday 14th October 11:00am–2:00pm West Moonah Community House, 130–132 Springfield Ave, West Moonah Make your own cheese or pizza board at Cost: $5 – includes the class and lunch Bookings: [email protected] The West Moonah Community Shed 6273 2362 (close: 11/10) West Moonah Community House Come on up and check out our Community Shed. Have a cuppa, meet the crew and have a go at making your own cheese board or pizza board. Fee Community Lunch and Quiz West Moonah Community House includes materials and morning tea. Please let us know about any dietary requirements when booking. Come and enjoy a delicious 2-course meal and a good belly laugh with your friends at our Friday 18th October 9:00am–12:30pm Community Lunch. To add to the excitement, we West Moonah Community Shed, corner of will also have Hobart FM running a live broadcast Springfield Avenue and Winbourne Road during our lunch and quiz. So for the competitive Cost: $10 quiz whizzes, get ready for some extra competition Bookings: [email protected] from our live listeners! We look forward to seeing 6273 2362 (close: 17/10) you there. Tuesday 15th October 12:30pm–2:00pm West Moonah Community House, 130 Springfield parentmedic – first aid for parents Avenue, West Moonah and grandparents Cost: $15 includes your 2 course meal and activities. Parentmedic, CHAT and West Moonah Bookings: [email protected] Community House 6273 2362 (close: 14/10) Do you know how to save a child’s life? Get the confidence to know exactly what to do when your child/grandchild needs you. During this workshop you will learn how to deal with, infant CPR, choking, fevers, rashes, allergies & anaphylaxis, breathing difficulties, red flags on poor health and safe sleeping situations. Maximum 15 participants. Friday 18th October 10:00am–12:00pm West Moonah Community House, 130–132 Springfield Ave, West Moonah Cost: $15 Parent, $10 Grandparent Bookings: childhealthassoctas.wixsite.com/chat or call the West Moonah Community House 6273 2362

60 SENIORS WEEK 2019 • EVENTS IN THE SOUTH FREE BBQ LUNCH Having West Moonah Community House Come along and meet some of our local community members for a free BBQ lunch at the West Moonah Community House Shed. Have a look your say in through our shed, meet our volunteers and enjoy a chat whilst you feast on some sizzling sausages. The shed members may even have some of their Aged Care beautiful wares for sale on the day. We look forward If you receive aged care services, to seeing you there! or would like to, we can help you Friday 18th October 12:00pm–1:00pm West Moonah Community Shed, Corner of have your say. Our Advocates can Springfield Avenue and Winbourne Road help you understand your rights, Bookings: info@westmoonahcommunityhouse. com 6273 2362 access supports, or raise issues that are important to you. Op shop Crawl (bus tour) West Moonah Community House Best of all, everything we do for you One person’s trash is another person’s treasure! is: free, confidential, independent Join Ally for a day of exploring Hobart’s Best Op- Shops and adding some fabulous preloved items to and professional! your collection. As this will be a shop-to-you-drop event, we will schedule time to stop for a delicious lunch during our travels. This will give you a chance Freecall on 1800 005 131 to recharge your batteries, recount your pennies or visit and prepare for an afternoon of rack sifting. Get www.yoursaytas.org your fur coat on and let the crawl commence! $15 to find out more. plus money to buy your own lunch. Wednesday 16th October 9:45am–3:00pm West Moonah Community House, 130 Springfield Avenue, West Moonah Cost: $15 Bookings: info@westmoonahcommunityhouse. com 6273 2362 (close: 07/10)

SENIORS WEEK 2019 • EVENTS IN THE SOUTH 61 Do you need information about your options for aged care services at home? Do you want to know about residential aged care services? Do you support an older person who might need aged care services?

• Ask about a group information session on the aged care system and how it works • Receive information and support from a COTA staff member or peer support volunteer (by phone or in person) • Get user-friendly resources (printed and online) to help you find out how to get the support you need.

Call COTA (Council on the Ageing) Tas on (03) 6231 3265 or visit our website www.cotatas.org.au

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SENIORS WEEK 2019 63 BEAUTY POINT COLES BAY

Free Devonshire Tea at The Cormorant Café Wineglass Bay Cruises Seahorse World Wineglass Bay Cruises Enjoy a complimentary Devonshire Tea at the Experience the exquisite beauty of the Freycinet Cormorant Café on the Pier with a purchased Peninsula on the Wineglass Bay Cruise. Beautiful Seahorse World tour during Seniors Week only – for and remote, this is a place that only few will ever Seniors Card holders only (show when arriving). visit. A shimmering crescent of white sand fringes Monday 14th October–Friday 18th October at the edge of a perfect turquoise sea. Taste local 9:30am–4:30pm beverages and cool climate wines in nature’s best Cost: $21 for a guided tour of the seahorse farm bar in the wilderness. You’ll enjoy a bento box full Bookings: 6383 4111 (mention the Seniors Deal) of fresh local produce at anchor in Wineglass Bay. Enquiries: www.seahorseworld.com.au Get up close to the scenery and wildlife in our Vista Lounge, with comfortable indoor and spacious outdoor decks. Monday 14th–Sunday 20th October 10:00am– CAMPBELL TOWN 2:30pm (check in by 9:30am) Jetty Rd, Coles Bay Cost: $150 (discounted 25% off) Community Connections $112.50 Vista Lounge only Campbell Town Health & Community Service Bookings: [email protected] Community members are invited to exhibit their 6257 0355 (close: 20/10) – please confirm 24 hours works of art and craft. Official launch will be on prior to cruise. Wednesday 16th October at 2:00pm. Exhibit open on the following days and times: Monday 14th October 10:00am–3:00pm Tuesday 15th October 10:00am–3:00pm DELORAINE Wednesday 16th October 10:00am–3:00pm (launch at 2:00pm) Thursday 17th October 10:00am–3:00pm Deloraine & Districts Folk Museum Friday 18th October 10:00am–3:00pm Deloraine & Districts Folk Museum Campbell Town District Hospital, 70 High Street Remember the “good old days”. Visit our museum and view reclaimed and reproduction farm buildings and learn about our pioneering history. Monday 14th October 9:00am–5:00pm Tuesday 15th October 9:00am–5:00pm Elder Abuse Helpline Wednesday 16th October 9:00am–5:00pm Thursday 17th October 9:00am–5:00pm Friday 18th October 9:00am–5:00pm 1800 44 1169 Saturday 19th October 9:00am–5:00pm 9am–4pm Monday to Friday Sunday 20th October 9:00am–5:00pm Deloraine Folk Museum, 100 Emu Bay Road, (not public holidays) Deloraine eahelpline@ Cost: $8 seniors, $10 non-seniors advocacytasmania.org.au www.elderabuse.tas.gov.au

64 SENIORS WEEK 2019 • EVENTS IN THE NORTH EAST LAUNCESTON Free Hearing Checks Hearing Australia Kings Meadows Could you be missing any of the sounds you love? Croquet Rain on a tin roof, early morning bird calls, a baby’s East Launceston Croquet Club hiccup. These are the sounds that connect us to An easy to learn social game. Suitable for all ages. our world. They have the power to transport us to Individuals are welcome. All equipment provided. places deep within our memory or make us laugh Must wear flat-soled shoes. Have a cup of tea or at unexpected moments. They are the sounds coffee after the session. that make us happy. That’s why Hearing Australia Tuesday 15th October 10:00am–12:00pm is conducting free* hearing checks during Seniors East Launceston Croquet Club, Cnr High/Adelaide Week. If you are concerned about your or a loved Street, East Launceston one’s hearing please join us and take the first Bookings: 0408 318 728 | [email protected] step toward rediscovering the sounds you love! (close: 11/10) *Conditions apply, see page 33. Thursday 17th October 9:00am–4:30pm Friday 18th October 9:00am–4:30pm GEORGE TOWN 149B Hobart Rd, Kings Meadows

Active Ageing exercises group George Town Seniors Concert Active Ageing An afternoon of live performances from local Gentle exercise for seniors who are new to strength entertainers, and afternoon tea. Always popular, the training. Using resistance bands, light weights, balls concert is open to all seniors in the region. A great and body weight exercises to strengthen muscles and social afternoon, coupled with great entertainment stretching exercises to retain flexibility. Enjoy working and refreshments. out in casual clothes, small group, age-appropriate Thursday 17th October 1:30pm–3:00pm music, friendly atmosphere, open to seniors who are Memorial Hall, Macquarie Street, George Town want to remain active for longer, in rehabilitation or Cost: $5 (tickets are available at the George Town recovering from illness and/ or rehab after surgery. Council) Tuesday 15th October 3:30pm–4:30pm Joan Marshall Wing, Kings Meadows Health Centre, McHugh Street, Kings Meadows KINGS MEADOWS Cost: $10 Bookings: 6330 1572 | [email protected] (close: 10/10)

Walk With Us! Apia 4th Annual Senior Sports Spectacular Join the Apia Steppin Out walking group in YMCA Launceston Inc partnership with the Heart Foundation for a 45 minute mystery walk. Complimentary morning This is an annual event for the ‘Y’ providing an tea after walk. Come and take the steps to lead an exciting, challenging community event of modified active lifestyle and meet new people. sports which is guaranteed to be simply fun! The sports events are very different to what you are Tuesday 15th October 9:45am–11:00am thinking – its easy, everyone can join in and gets you Apia, Shop 8 Centro Meadow Mews thinking and working with others in team events! Enquiries: Pop into Apia Branch, Shop 8, Centro Meadow Mews, King Meadows or email us at Wednesday 16th October 10:30am–2:00pm [email protected] YMCA, 8a Blaydon Street, Kings Meadows Cost: $15 – includes light lunch Bookings: [email protected] 6344 3844 (close: 11/10)

SENIORS WEEK 2019 • EVENTS IN THE NORTH 65 LAUNCESTON Community Care TASMANIA Roadshow Community Care Tasmania Do you know about the options for help at home? Discover the power of early We are committed to supporting our clients to stay planning for Aged Care in their homes and remain independent for as long Tasmanian Perpetual Trustees as possible. Visit our friendly team to find out more Come along to a free Aged Care and Estate about options available to receive care at home. Planning information session with Tasmanian Find our mobile office van parked next to the library Perpetual Trustees. Our experts will give you some entrance, just outside the medical centre. tips and tricks on how to plan for the later stages in Monday 14th October 10:00am–4:00pm life and how best to structure your finances in line Launceston Library, 71 Civic Square, Launceston with your wishes, to help you and your loved ones navigate what can be an emotional time. Wednesday 16th October 12:30pm–1:30pm Starting Out with your Family History Launceston Conference Centre, 50 Glen Dhu Street including OnLine Researching Bookings: 1300 138 044 | [email protected] Tasmanian Family History Society Inc., www.tasmanianperpetual.com.au (close: 10/10) Launceston Branch Register for a one-on-one 1 hour appointment to help you get started with your family Older Persons Mental Health First Aid history research. Thursday 17th October 10:00am–3:00pm The Older Person Mental Health First Aid course is City Park Stables, 45 Tamar Street, Launceston, for any interested adult, particularly those who work Bookings: [email protected] | 6326 1399 with, live with or care for older people, including (close: 9/10) families and carers. Participants will learn how to assist a person aged 65+ who may be experiencing a mental health problem or mental health crisis Free Hearing Checks until appropriate professional help is received or the Hearing Australia Launceston crisis resolves, using a practical, evidence based Could you be missing any of the sounds you love? action plan. This course is based on guidelines Rain on a tin roof, early morning bird calls, a baby’s developed through the expert consensus of people hiccup. These are the sounds that connect us to with lived experience of mental health problems our world. They have the power to transport us to and professionals. places deep within our memory or make us laugh Wednesday 16th October 9:00am–4:00pm at unexpected moments. They are the sounds Thursday 17th October 9:00am–4:00pm that make us happy. That’s why Hearing Australia Launceston Library, 71 Civic Square, Launceston is conducting free* hearing checks during Seniors Bookings: [email protected] Week. If you are concerned about your or a loved (close: 10/10) – please advise dietary requirements one’s hearing please join us and take the first step toward rediscovering the sounds you love! *Conditions apply, see page 33. Community Connections Monday 14th October 9:00am–4:30pm Launceston Community FM Group Inc Tuesday 15th October 9:00am–4:30pm Visit a community radio station and see how the Wednesday 16th October 9:00am–4:30pm local community connects people within the Thursday 17th October 9:00am–4:30pm community – find your connection to the voice you Friday 18th October 9:00am–4:30pm hear, and enjoy a cuppa with the team. 63-65 Cameron St, Launceston Saturday 19th October 12:00pm–4:00pm City Park Cottage, 43 Tamar Street, Launceston

66 SENIORS WEEK 2019 • EVENTS IN THE NORTH Celebrating Seniors Morning Tea RIVERSIDE City of Launceston An opportunity for seniors to meet and enjoy a delicious morning tea while participating in a Meet and Greet – official launch stimulating and relevant discussion facilitated by of Home independence Assistants Team Carers Australia Tasmania. Care Forward Wednesday 16th October 10:00am–11:30am Please join us at Care Forward over morning tea City of Launceston Town Hall, St John Street, to meet, greet, share stories and get to know our Launceston team. Discover how our team of wellness trained Bookings: [email protected] Home independence Assistants can work with you 6323 3000 (close: 9/10) to optimise your health and wellbeing. Find out what makes a Care Forward Home Independence Assistant different to other care workers. Learn LONGFORD about our range of allied health services and how you can use them to build connections in your community. There will be displays, demonstrations, Healthy Hearts activities and goodies to share so bring a friend Health Revival Longford or come alone. Bring your questions or share your story. Let’s get connected. A low impact fitness class for seniors. This class is full of fun and laughter, taken from both seated Tuesday 15th October 10:30am–12:30pm and standing positions. Exercises are designed 403 West Tamar Highway, Riverside to stimulate the brain, heart and lungs for better quality of life! Monday 14th October 10:00am–11:00am Active Ageing exercises group Wednesday 16th October 10:00am–11:00am Active Ageing Friday 18th October 10:00am–11:00am Low impact exercises suitable for beginners or Health Revival Longford, 8 Burghley Street those returning to exercise after rehab. Small group, Cost: $5 relaxed atmosphere, qualified seniors instructor. Simple ways to gain strength, improve cardiovascular efficiency, falls prevention and weights training. Wednesday 16th October 1:00pm–2:00pm NEWSTEAD Windsor Community Precinct, 1 Windsor Drive Cost: $10 Bookings: 6330 1572 | [email protected] Coffee, Connections and Coffins (close: 10/6) Mary Eleanor Natural Funeral Care Let’s connect over a cuppa and discuss everything you have ever wanted to know about after-death 'West Tamar Connections' with Adam Page care. From costs to cremation, cardboard to coffins – we’ve got you covered. Join us for a relaxed Celebrate the lives and stories of everyday locals couple of hours over a cuppa. and familiar faces at ‘West Tamar Connections Tuesday 15th October 10:00am–2:00pm with Adam Page’. Come and reminisce while being The Emmanuel Centre, 123 Abbott St, Newstead entertained with rock and roll tunes from the 50s, Bookings: 0409 180 936 or [email protected] 60s and 70s (and a few more thrown in the mix), a (close: 30/9) live interview, afternoon tea, fun and laughter! Thursday 17th October 2:00pm–4:00pm Riverside Olympic Football Club, Windsor Drive Bookings: 6323 9204 | [email protected] (close: 17/10)

SENIORS WEEK 2019 • EVENTS IN THE NORTH 67 CROQUET FOR FUN SIDMOUTH Riverside Croquet at Riverside Golf Club This classic popular game is now played on the Croquet lawns at the Riverside Golf Club. It is MUSIC IN THE CHURCH easy to learn and fun to play – all equipment West Tamar Arts Group provided. Meet the locals for hours of fun and great Music connects community and churches. Music friendship. Every day is a good day to play croquet for everyone. A selection of very talented artists will so we are inviting you to come and join in a game entertain for approximately two hours: well known any day during Seniors Week from 1:00pm–3:00pm. sopranos, folk music, clarinets, bagpipes and other Rest assured you will receive a friendly and warm musical performers. welcome on the Croquet Lawns located right next Saturday 19th October 2:00pm–4:00pm to the Club House. No booking required. Just turn Auld Kirk Church, Auld Kirk Rd, Sidmouth up and enjoy the day. Cost: Seniors $25, Other $30 Monday 14th October 1:00pm–3:00pm Bookings: 0418 271 903 | [email protected] Tuesday 15th October 1:00pm–3:00pm (close: 19/10) Wednesday 16th October 1:00pm–3:00pm Thursday 17th October 1:00pm–3:00pm Friday 18th October 1:00pm–3:00pm SOUTH LAUNCESTON Saturday 19th October 1:00pm–3:00pm Sunday 20th October 1:00pm–3:00pm Croquet Lawns, Riverside Golf Club, 244 West Tamar Road, Riverside Does not wisdom call? The relationship

between wisdom and later life Hearing Australia Bus at Glenda Daly Windsor Precinct What is wisdom and can it make a difference in our changing cultures of the 21st Century? Socio- Hearing Australia biologist Edward O. Wilson has said “We are Could you be missing any of the sounds you love? drowning in information, while starving for wisdom. Rain on a tin roof, early morning bird calls, a baby’s The world henceforth will be run by synthesizers, hiccup. These are the sounds that connect us to people able to put together the right information our world. They have the power to transport us to at the right time, think critically about it, and make places deep within our memory or make us laugh important choices wisely." From ancient and at unexpected moments. They are the sounds modern texts, personal experience and academic that make us happy. That’s why Hearing Australia research, an appeal will be made for the importance is conducting free* hearing checks during Seniors of wisdom. Come along and learn about this Week on our hearing bus. If you are concerned sometimes overlooked yet intriguing topic. Followed about your or a loved one’s hearing please join us by questions and discussion. Selah Café will be and take the first step toward rediscovering the open on the day. sounds you love! *Conditions apply, see page 33. Wednesday 16th October 2:00pm–3:00pm Monday 14th October 9:30am–3:00pm Meeting Room 5, Launceston Conference Centre, Windsor Community Precinct, 1 Windsor Drive, 50 Glen Dhu Street, South Launceston Riverside

68 SENIORS WEEK 2019 • EVENTS IN THE NORTH Protect Your Rights and Your Read! Sing! Create! Grandparents

Choices as you Age and Carers Special Session Advocacy Tasmania Hub4Health Information session by a range of experts to inform Grandparents and carers of children 0-5 years are older persons of their rights and what measures invited to bring the special little people in their lives they may consider to protect their rights and ensure to Read! Sing! Create! at St Helens library for a fun their choices are respected. The day will conclude morning of songs and stories. with a question and answer panel. Morning tea and Friday 18th October 10:30am–11:30am lunch are provided. Spaces are limited book early. St Helens Library, 61 Cecilia St, St Helens Wednesday 16th October 10:00am–3:30pm Door of Hope, 50 Glen Dhu Street, South Launceston Bookings: 1800 005 131 | [email protected] ST LEONARDS (close: 9/10) Enquiries: 0438 602 216 Croquet Northern Tasmanian Croquet Centre Committee Try this easy to learn, social sport. Individuals and ST HELENS groups welcome. All equipment provided must wear flat-soled shoes. Enjoy the exercise, cup of tea or coffee and meet new friends. Croquet is a simple WIth One Voice – Break O'Day game to learn and is played and enjoyed by people of all ages and abilities. Community Choir Hub4Health Monday 14th October 10:00am–3:00pm Join St Helens Playgroup and With One Voice Thursday 17th October 10:00am–3:00pm Break O’Day Community Choir for a fun morning Saturday 19th October 10:00am–3:00pm at St Helens Child and Family Centre. Musical Northern Tasmanian Croquet Centre, St Leonards performance by the community choir followed by Sports Centre, St Leonards morning tea. Donations to St Helens Playgroup. All Bookings: 0439 310 070 | [email protected] ages welcome. (close: 11/10) Monday 14th October 11:00am–12:00pm Break O’Day Child and Family Centre, 1 Groom St, St Helens

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this is me playing marbles with granny.

SENIORS WEEK 2019 • EVENTS IN THE NORTH 69 FREE BUS TRAVEL FOR SENIORS CARD HOLDERS DURING SENIORS WEEK! Need Transport? We can help At CTST we provide friendly and affordable door-to-door transport for the over 65s. No matter where you are in Tasmania, CTST can help get you where you need to be.

We can help with • Hair appointments • Catching up with friends • Visits to art galleries • Going to sporting events Bus services for Devonport, • Medical appointments Port Sorell, Ulverstone, Latrobe, For more information call us Ambleside, Spreyton, Sheffield, on 1800 78 10 33 or visit us Quoiba and Stoney Rise online at www.ctst.org.au

Merseylink operates access- Save money and time with one of friendly buses throughout our great value fares. Devonport, Spreyton, Latrobe, Timetables are available from: Port Sorell, Sheffield and Ulverstone and connections Devonport, Sheffield or Ulverstone to Metro Burnie, Monday to Visitor Centres, ask any of our Saturday. friendly drivers, or call 6427 7626.

COTA seniors week 2019.indd 1 06/08/2019 1:29:34 PM Events in the NORTH WEST BURNIE Bingo 'Open' Burnie Senior Citizens Club Come along and join us for Bingo in a relaxed and FREE Hearing CHECKS enjoyable environment. Hearing Australia Burnie Thursday 17th October 1:00pm–3:00pm Could you be missing any of the sounds you love? Burnie Senior Citizens Club, 6 Jones Street, Burnie Rain on a tin roof, early morning bird calls, a baby’s Cost: $18 hiccup. These are the sounds that connect us to our world. They have the power to transport us to places deep within our memory or make us laugh Tinnitus Information Session at unexpected moments. They are the sounds Hearing Australia Burnie that make us happy. That’s why Hearing Australia The rhythmic call of cicadas is a welcome sound of is conducting free* hearing checks during Seniors summer for many Australians, signalling lazy days Week. If you are concerned about your or a loved and balmy nights. But what if you experienced a one’s hearing please join us and take the first similar ringing sound in your ears all the time? This is step toward rediscovering the sounds you love! a reality for one in seven Australians who experience *Conditions apply, see page 33. tinnitus. In many cases, tinnitus is only temporary Monday 14th October 8:30am–5:00pm and can be brought on after a concert or even a gym Tuesday 15th October 8:30am–5:00pm class. Yet for others, the ringing noise is constant. Wednesday 16th October 8:30am–5:00pm From missing punch lines to sleepless nights, tinnitus Thursday 17th October 8:30am–3:00pm can cause people stress, frustration and tiredness. Friday 18th October 8:30am–5:00pm Please join us for afternoon tea at the Burnie RSL and Shop 2/87-91 Wilson St, Burnie chat about your hearing health and what we can do Bookings: 6432 6500 | [email protected] to help with your tinnitus. (close: 18/10) Thursday 17th October 4:00pm–5:00pm Burnie RSL Club, 36 Alexander St, Burnie Bingo Burnie Senior Citizens Club Morning Melodies Come along and enjoy Bingo at the Burnie Burnie City Council Senior Citizens club. Enjoy a morning of singing, instrumental and music Monday 14th October 1:00pm–3:00pm performances from individuals and group artists, Burnie Senior Citizens Club, 6 Jones Street, Burnie followed by tea, coffee and biscuits. Special guests: Cost: $3 Melissa Langton and Mark Jones will perform a few numbers from “Downtown: The Songs of Petula Clark”. Friday 18th October 10:00am–12:00pm Australian Film at the Burnie Library Burnie Arts and Function Centre, Town Hall, Wilmot Burnie Library Street, Burnie Come in to the Burnie Library and watch an Australian film while enjoying some morning tea. We will explore other free movies that you can watch Indoor Bowls using Beamafilm. A great event for meeting new Burnie Senior Citizens Club people and appreciating Australian films. Bookings Come along and play indoor bowls in a friendly, are essential. warm environment. Thursday 17th October 10:00am–1:00pm Wednesday 16th October 12:30pm–3:30pm Burnie Library, 30 Alexander St, Burnie Friday 18th October 12:30pm–3:30pm Burnie Senior Citizens Club, 6 Jones Street, Burnie Cost: $3

72 SENIORS WEEK 2019 • EVENTS IN THE NORTH WEST Indoor Bowls Open COOEE Burnie Senior Citizens Club Come along for a great night out playing bowls. Saturday 19th October 7:00pm–9:00pm Pétanque Burnie Burnie Senior Citizens Club, 6 Jones Street, Burnie Burnie City Council Cost: $2 Pétanque (P-tonk) is a French boules game. Social games are played each Tuesday at 1:30pm next to the Burnie Bowls Club carpark. Entry via 15 Fidler 500 Card Club Street Cooee, opposite Burnie High School. All age Burnie Senior Citizens Club groups are most welcome, Club boules available, a sporting shoe is the preferred footwear. If you enjoy playing 500, then come along and join us for a couple of hours of fun and enjoyment. Tuesday 15th October 1:30pm–3:30pm Burnie Bowls Club, 15 Fidler St, Cooee Tuesday 15th October 1:00pm–3:00pm Bookings: 0458 026 282 | demebutton@netspace. Burnie Senior Citizens Club, 6 Jones Street, Burnie net.au (close: 1/10) Cost: $3

Crib Club Burnie CRADLE MOUNTAIN Burnie Senior Citizens Club Everyone is welcome to join us for an evening of Crib. Come along and challenge yourself. Devils@Cradle Wednesday 16th October 7:30pm–9:00pm Devils@Cradle Burnie Senior Citizens Club, 6 Jones Street, Burnie Come and explore the mysterious world of the Cost: $3 Tasmanian devil at Devils@Cradle, Tasmania’s premier devil sanctuary. A visit to this sanctuary day or night will provide you with an opportunity Eight Ball Pool to observe these unique and extraordinary Burnie Senior Citizens Club animals up close whilst one of our Keepers will give you an understanding of the dedicated Visit the Burnie Senior Citizens club and enjoy some conservation work we do to support them. games of eight-ball in a friendly environment where everyone is welcome. Monday 14th October 9:30am–5:00pm Tuesday 15th October 9:30am–5:00pm Monday 14th October 8:30am–12:00pm Wednesday 16th October 9:30am–5:00pm Tuesday 15th October 8:30am–12:00pm Thursday 17th October 9:30am–5:00pm Wednesday 16th October 8:30am–12:00pm Friday 18th October 9:30am–5:00pm Burnie Senior Citizens Club, 6 Jones Street, Burnie Saturday 19th October 9:30am–5:00pm Cost: $3 Sunday 20th October 9:30am–5:00pm Devils@Cradle, 3950 Cradle Mountain Rd Cost: Adults $20, Seniors $16, Children $12 Tai Chi (Additional After Dark Feeding Tours operate of Burnie Senior Citizens Club an evening at 5:30pm and 8:30pm. Adults $29.50, Come along for some gentle exercise and embrace Seniors $24.50, Children $15. Bookings required: your mind and spirit. www.devilsatcradle.com | 6492 1491) Friday 18th October 10:00am–11:00am Burnie Senior Citizens Club, 6 Jones Street, Burnie Cost: $4

SENIORS WEEK 2019 • EVENTS IN THE NORTH WEST 73 DEVONPORT Sing-a-long Sing Australia Devonport Join a happy, friendly group of people who love to FREE Hearing CHECKS have a warble. We have a conductor and pianist Hearing Australia Devonport and songbooks. We also stop for some supper. Could you be missing any of the sounds you love? Guaranteed that you will leave the evening still Rain on a tin roof, early morning bird calls, a baby’s singing. You have a voice so come along and we’ll hiccup. These are the sounds that connect us to all sing together. our world. They have the power to transport us to Wednesday 16th October 7:00pm–9:00pm places deep within our memory or make us laugh Lifeway Baptist Church Hall, William Street, at unexpected moments. They are the sounds Devonport that make us happy. That’s why Hearing Australia is conducting free* hearing checks during Seniors Week. If you are concerned about your or a loved Meet and Greet – official launch one’s hearing please join us and take the first step toward rediscovering the sounds you love! of Home independence Assistants Team *Conditions apply, see page 33. Care Forward Monday 14th October 8:30am–5:00pm Please join us at Care Forward over morning tea Tuesday 15th October 8:30am–3:30pm to meet, greet, share stories and get to know our Wednesday 16th October 8:30am–5:00pm team. Discover how our team of wellness-trained Thursday 17th October 8:30am–3:00pm Home independence Assistants can work with you Friday 18th October 8:30am–5:00pm to optimise your health and wellbeing. Find out Shop 1/ 39 Steele Street, Devonport what makes a Care Forward Home Independence Bookings: 6421 3200 | [email protected] Assistant different to other care workers. Learn (close: 18/10) about our range of allied health services and how you can use them to build connections in your community. There will be displays, demonstrations, activities and goodies to share so bring a friend Tinnitus Information Session Hearing Australia Devonport or come alone. Bring your questions or share your The rhythmic call of cicadas is a welcome sound story. Let’s get connected. of summer for many Australians, signalling lazy Tuesday 15th October 10:30am–12:30pm days and balmy nights. But what if you experienced Care Forward, 11 Steele Street, Devonport a similar ringing sound in your ears all the time? This is a reality for one in seven Australians who experience tinnitus. In many cases, tinnitus is only Community Connections temporary and can be brought on after a concert or Munnew Day Centre even a gym class. Yet for others, the ringing noise Come and join Munnew Day Centre for a Tri-Shaw is constant. From missing punch lines to sleepless ride around the picturesque Victoria Parade. nights, tinnitus can cause people stress, frustration Join us for a BYO picnic lunch and celebrate and tiredness. Please join us for afternoon tea at the our diverse community. Bring your binoculars Burnie RSL and chat about your hearing health and and we might even see a whale or two! This is a what we can do to help with your tinnitus. Dementia-friendly event, all welcome. BYO Picnic Tuesday 15th October 4:00pm–5:00pm lunch and outdoor chair. Shop 1/ 39 Steele Street, Devonport Wednesday 16th October 11:30am–1:30pm Bluff Beach/paved area, Bluff Road, Devonport Bookings: 6421 0147 | [email protected] (close: 10/10)

74 SENIORS WEEK 2019 • EVENTS IN THE NORTH WEST Protect Your Rights and sussing out scanning Devonport Online Digital Help Centre Your Choices as you Age Advocacy Tasmania Bring in an assortment of documents and photos Information session by a range of experts to inform and let us show you how to scan and save to USB older persons of their rights and what measures or send via email. they may consider to protect their rights and ensure Tuesday 15th October 9:00am–11:00am their choices are respected. The day will conclude Level 1, paranaple centre, 137 Rooke Street, with a question and answer panel. Morning tea and Devonport lunch are provided. Spaces are limited book early. Enquiries: 0444 525 434 Tuesday 15th October 10:00am–3:30pm Waterfront Function Centre, near mini-golf, 17a Devonport Road, Devonport Fixing old Photos Bookings: 1800 005 131 | [email protected] Devonport Online Digital Help Centre (close: 9/10) Learn how to fix up scratches and other marks on Enquiries: 0438 602 216 old photographs using Adobe Photoshop. Tuesday 15th October 1:00pm–3:00pm Level 1, paranaple centre, 137 Rooke Street, Email made Easy Devonport Devonport Online Digital Help Centre Enquiries: 0444 525 434 Don't have your own email address yet? Or perhaps you have one but don't know how to use it. Our friendly staff can help. Mobile Phones Monday 14th October 9:00am–11:00am Devonport Online Digital Help Centre Level 1, paranaple centre, 137 Rooke Street, Are you sick of asking others how to do Devonport something on your mobile phone? Come learn Enquiries: 0444 525 434 how to do it yourself! Tuesday 15th October 3:00pm–5:00pm Level 1, paranaple centre, 137 Rooke Street, Converting Old Audio Media Devonport Devonport Online Digital Help Centre Enquiries: 0444 525 434 Learn about converting your old vinyl records or audio cassette tapes into digital format to save on a CD or USB. Shine and Dine Monday 14th October 1:00pm–3:00pm Don College Level 1, paranaple centre, 137 Rooke Street, Book your space to come along and be pampered Devonport by Don College Students and teachers! You will Enquiries: 0444 525 434 get to enjoy a beautiful High Tea and then go to Hair Dressing and be treated to a beautiful blowdry. There are only 12 places available. buying and selling online Monday 14th October 10:00am–12:00pm Devonport Online Digital Help Centre Thursday 17th October 10:00am–12:00pm Learn more about buying and selling online using Don College, 87 Watkinson Street, Devonport sites such as Gumtree and eBay. Bookings: Jackie Young 64240200 Monday 14th October 3:00pm–5:00pm Cost: $10 Level 1, paranaple centre, 137 Rooke Street, Devonport Enquiries: 0444 525 434

SENIORS WEEK 2019 • EVENTS IN THE NORTH WEST 75 Introduction to the Internet Figuring out Photos Devonport Online Digital Help Centre Devonport Online Digital Help Centre Do you ever struggle to find what you are looking I've taken a photo – now what? Learn how to for online? We can help you to get better at transfer photos from digital camera or mobile searching. phone, send photos via email or text, and more. Wednesday 16th October 9:00am–11:00am Thursday 17th October 9:00am–11:00am Level 1, paranaple centre, 137 Rooke Street Level 1, paranaple centre, 137 Rooke Street, Enquiries: 0444 525 434 Devonport Enquiries: 0444 525 434 Working with Word Devonport Online Digital Help Centre Converting Video Tapes to DVD Learn how to use Microsoft Word to type letters, Devonport Online Digital Help Centre create posters and more. Great for people taking on Learn about converting your old VHS video tapes an office-bearer role with a club. into digital format to save on a DVD. Wednesday 16th October 1:00pm–3:00pm Thursday 17th October 1:00pm–3:00pm Level 1, paranaple centre, 137 Rooke Street Level 1, paranaple centre, 137 Rooke Street, Enquiries: 0444 525 434 Devonport Enquiries: 0444 525 434 Starting out with Skype Devonport Online Digital Help Centre Replacing Windows 10 with Linux If you have friends or family who want you to use Devonport Online Digital Help Centre Skype, but don’t know how to get started, let us Find out what Linux is, how it differs from Windows show you how. and learn how to replace Windows 10 with Linux. Wednesday 16th October 3:00pm–5:00pm Thursday 17th October 3:00pm–5:00pm Level 1, paranaple centre, 137 Rooke Street Level 1, paranaple centre, 137 Rooke Street, Enquiries: 0444 525 434 Devonport Enquiries: 0444 525 434

Film Night: 'Swimming With Men' The North West Film Society and iPad Basics Devonport City Council Devonport Online Digital Help Centre The North West Film Society & Devonport City Bring along your iPad and learn the basics of how to Council are showing the UK film ‘Swimming with use it, download apps and more. Men’ (2018) – a comedy drama about a man who is Friday 18th October 9:00am–11:00am suffering a mid-life crisis and finds new meaning in Level 1, paranaple centre, 137 Rooke Street his life as part of an all-male, middle-aged amateur Enquiries: 0444 525 434 synchronised swimming team. Our film showings are normally ‘Members Only’ however Senior’s Week is free for non-members but bookings are essential. Choir Wednesday 16th October 6:15pm–8:15pm Devonport Senior Citizens (film will start at 6:30pm) Come and watch the Mersey Singers display their Reading Cinemas, 5 Best St, Devonport talents and join them for a cuppa and biscuits. Bookings: https://nwfs-dcc-swimmingwithmen. Tuesday 15th October 10:00am–11:00am eventbrite.com.au (close: 15/10) Club House, 8 Victoria Parade, Devonport Enquiries: 0431 484 727 or www.nwfs.org.au/ contact-us

76 SENIORS WEEK 2019 • EVENTS IN THE NORTH WEST Sorting out Spreadsheets Find out about Facebook Devonport Online Digital Help Centre Devonport Online Digital Help Centre Learn how to use excel for keeping track of We can help you to setup Facebook and learn how finances, making a budget, listing details of to use it. collections and more. Fantastic for anyone Sunday 20th October 3:00pm–5:00pm considering taking on the role of Treasurer in a club Level 1, paranaple centre, 137 Rooke Street or community organisation. Enquiries: 0444 525 434 Friday 18th October 1:00pm–3:00pm Level 1, paranaple centre, 137 Rooke Street, Devonport indoor Bowls Enquiries: 0444 525 434 Devonport Senior Citizens Learn to play bowls, beginners welcome. Come and see us and have a cuppa and bickies. Suitable for all ages. Samsung Galaxy Tablet Basics Saturday 19th October 12:30pm–4:00pm Devonport Online Digital Help Centre Club House, 8 Victoria Parade, Devonport Bring along your Samsung Galaxy Tablet and Bookings: 6427 0161 | [email protected] learn the basics of how to use it, download apps (close: 15/10) and more. Friday 18th October 3:00pm–5:00pm Level 1, paranaple centre, 137 Rooke Street, Trifles at Devonport City Soccer Devonport Devonport City Council Enquiries: 0444 525 434 Let the Trifles entertain you: two women who will dance and sing, get you clapping and put a smile on your face – guaranteed. Afternoon tea provided. General Computer Maintenance Off street parking available. Devonport Online Digital Help Centre Friday 18th October 1:00pm–3:00pm Learn how to do some basic computer Devonport City Soccer Club, Lawrence Dr & Lovett St maintenance to keep your computer running Bookings: 6424 0511 smoothly. Saturday 19th October 10:00am–12:00pm Level 1, paranaple centre, 137 Rooke Street, Old Time Board Games Devonport Devonport Library Enquiries: 0444 525 434 Join us and play some old-time board games over a cup of tea or coffee. Games featured – Scrabble, Chess, Draughts, Backgammon and more. This is a great chance to re-engage with the games of your Strawbale Gardening youth or play something new. This event will be held Devonport Library on the first floor of the paranaple centre. Learn all about the popular Strawbale Gardening Tuesday 15th October 10:00am–12:00pm method, using both hands-on techniques and Devonport Library, paranaple centre, 137 Rooke St online resources. This event will be held in Bookings: 6478 4230 | https://old-time-board- rooms Melrose 1 and 2, on the first floor of the games.eventbrite.com.au paranaple centre. Thursday 17th October 11:00am–12:00pm Devonport Library, paranaple centre, 137 Rooke Street, Devonport Bookings: 6478 4230 | https://strawbale-gardening. eventbrite.com.au (close: 11/10)

SENIORS WEEK 2019 • EVENTS IN THE NORTH WEST 77 Bingo walk With Us! Devonport Senior Citizens Apia Come and play Bingo and have a cuppa and Join the Apia Steppin Out walking group in biscuits. Fun time for over 18s. All money returned partnership with the Heart Foundation for a to players – no profit kept. 45 minute walk along the riverfront. Complimentary Tuesday 15th October 12:45pm–3:30pm afternoon tea after walk. Come and take the steps to Club House, 8 Victoria Parade, Devonport lead an active lifestyle and meet new people. Cost: Cost of the bingo cards Tuesday 15th October 3:00pm–4:30pm Apia, 62 Best Street, Devonport Enquiries: Pop into Apia at 62 Best Street, Devonport Access magazines, books and or email us at [email protected] music online, for FREE Devonport Library How to navigate the Multi-StorEy car Park Bring along your tablet, laptop or phone and learn Devonport City Council how to download and use Libraries Tasmania’s free Council parking staff will navigate you through how apps – RB Digital, Libby and Freegal. This event will to use the multi-storey car park. be held in meeting room Melrose 1, on the first floor of the paranaple centre. Tuesday 15th October 10:30am–11:30am Wednesday 16th October 10:30am–11:30am Friday 18th October 1:00pm–3:00pm Devonport Library, paranaple centre, 137 Rooke St Thursday 17th October 10:30am–11:30am Bookings: 6478 4230 | https://free-library-eresources. Friday 18th October 10:30am–11:30am Fenton Way Car Park eventbrite.com.au (close: 14/10) Bookings: 6424 0511 What's available on the North Active Stronger, Active Longer West to get more socially active? Devonport City Council Care Forward Strength and fitness program for Seniors of all abilities. Care Forward have brought together a one-stop- Tuesday 15th October 1:00pm–2:00pm shop of services and activities available in your Devonport Recreation Centre, 34 Forbes Street area. Come and see what it's all about and find out Wednesday 16th October 2:00pm–3:00pm how you can get involved. There will be singing East Devonport Recreation Centre, Caroline St with a local choir group, dancing and exercise Thursday 17th October 12:00pm–1:00pm demonstrations and a fun fashion parade. Come and Devonport Recreation Centre, 34 Forbes Street join us with ideas to get you out of the house and Bookings: 6424 0511 meet some like minded people. Wednesday 16th October 10:00am–1:00pm Providore Place, 13 Oldaker Street, Devonport EAST DEVONPORT Croquet for beginners Devonport Croquet Club Connecting with Friends Lunch Baptcare Orana Come along and try this fun game. Equipment is supplied – just bring yourself. Orana will offer a free Connections lunch to people in the community who wish to attend. Tuesday 15th October 10:00am–12:00pm Saturday 19th October 10:00am–12:00pm Thursday 17th October 11:00am–2:00pm Devonport Croquet Club, North Fenton St, Devonport Orana, 31 Murray Street, East Devonport Enquiries: 0419 523 867 Bookings: 6421 8000 (close: 10/10)

78 SENIORS WEEK 2019 • EVENTS IN THE NORTH WEST Mahjong Tai Chi East Devonport Community House East Devonport Community House Very different to the computer version, Mahjong is Anyone of any age or fitness level can try tai chi. an enticing game of skill, strategy and chance. New For older adults especially, tai chi comes with many players and beginners always welcome. benefits. It has been shown to improve balance and Tuesday 15th October 9:30am–12:30pm reduce falls. The physical components targeted by East Devonport Community House, 106 David St tai chi – leg strength, flexibility, range of motion and Cost: $3 reflexes – tend to decline with age, but are all needed for us to stay upright. Classes will begin with loosening exercises to open joints and relax tight muscles, Tai Chi for Arthritis before moving on to gentle stretching exercises and East Devonport Community House working on forms. Beginners are welcome any time. Tai Chi – a wide range of reported benefits makes Tuesday 15th October 10:45am–11:45am it an ideal self-management strategy for both the Wednesday 16th October 9:30am–10:30am elderly and people with chronic conditions, improving East Devonport Recreation Centre, Caroline St psychological and physical well-being. This class is Cost: $7 suited to people who have chronic conditions that limit movement, with the option to participate while sitting down. It is suitable for people who want a slow Craft and thorough class with time for individual attention, East Devonport Community House and is taught by an accredited instructor. People doing all different types of craft are Tuesday 15th October 9:30am–10:30am welcome. Meet knitters, scrapbookers, card makers, East Devonport Recreation Centre, Caroline St sewers, drawers – you name it, someone has or will Cost: $7 craft it. Bring your own project/s and supplies and enjoy a morning of creating, chatting, laughing and inspiring others. Cards – 500 Thursday 17th October 9:30am–12:30pm East Devonport Community House East Devonport Community House, 106 David St If you are looking for a fun way to fill your Cost: $3 Wednesday afternoons, come along and join us for a friendly card game of 500. New players and beginners always welcome. Painting Circle Wednesday 16th October 1:00pm–4:30pm East Devonport Community House East Devonport Community House, 106 David St Bring your own painting art projects and share skills, Cost: $3 experience and inspiration with others. Our very talented watercolour painters will offer support and guidance to beginners. Scrabble Thursday 17th October 10:00am–4:00pm East Devonport Community House East Devonport Community House, 106 David St Join us for a friendly game or two of scrabble. Cost: $5 Whole day, $3 Half day New players always welcome. Friday 18th October 1:30pm–4:00pm East Devonport Community House, 106 David St Cost: $3

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Gong Relaxation Session Zumba Gold with Jackie The Quiet Cone Zumba with Jackie Experience the vibrations of the symphonic gongs, Zumba Gold takes the popular Latin-dance inspired Tibetan singing bowls, Chimes and Crystal Bowls workout of Zumba and makes it accessible for as they resonate through the water content of the seniors, beginners or others needing modifications body to bring you to a state of deep relaxation. in their exercise routine. Zumba Gold builds Sound therapy can help to reduce stress and cardiovascular health by challenging the heart and anxiety, lower blood pressure and assist in overall working the muscles of the hips, legs and arms with mental and physical wellbeing. dance moves. Monday 14th October 1:30pm–2:30pm Monday 14th October 10:00am–11:00am Tuesday 15th October 1:30pm–2:30pm Wednesday 16th October 10:00am–11:00am Friday 18th October 10:30am–11:30am Friday 18th October 10:00am–11:00am Saturday 19th October 1:30pm–2:30pm Moriarty Hall, 1 Bonnys Lane, Moriarty The Quiet Cone, 298 Coal Hill Road, Latrobe Cost: $5 Cost: $20 Bookings: [email protected] 0476 168 622 | www.thequietcone.com.au/book (close: 19/10) PENGUIN

Strong and Stable Lions Club 70's and over luncheon Lions Club of Penguin Strong and Stable Luncheon for residents of the 7316 postcode that Group exercise using body and hand weights for are 70 years or older. This event is by invitation only. resistance, with some simple aerobic moves to help Further details or to register for an invitation contact improve heart and lung function, and balance and 6349 1048. range-of-movement exercises. Fun, friendships and fabulous music. Sunday 20th October 12:00pm–2:00pm Penguin Sports and Services Club, 11 Sports Monday 14th October 9:30am–10:15am Complex Avenue, Penguin Friday 18th October 9:30am–10:30am Enquiries: 6349 1048 Latrobe Memorial Hall side entrance, Gilbert Street penguin men's shed Open day and BBQ Fitter Sitters Central Coast Council Strong and Stable Why not just drop in, have a look around, meet Chair-based exercise to music, suitable for anyone some new faces and have a chat with some new to exercise or with mobility issues. locals. Men and women welcome. We are also Friday 18th October 10:15am–11:15am open every Wednesday and Saturday 9:00am– Latrobe Memorial Hall side entrance, Gilbert Street 12:00pm, with a social bbq lunch on the first Saturday of each month. Saturday 19th October 10:30am–2:00pm 5 Sports Complex Ave, Penguin Enquiries: [email protected]

80 SENIORS WEEK 2019 • EVENTS IN THE NORTH WEST Penguin History Group Exhibition SMITHTON Central Coast Council Come and explore the written history of Penguin & surrounds from yesteryear and the current Bus Trip to Wonderful Wynyard exhibition of historic paintings and photographs. Wednesday 16th October 10:00am–12:00pm, Spend the day with us as we explore wonderful 7:00pm–9:00pm Wynyard. First stop is the Table Cape Tulip Farm. Penguin Railway Station, 44 Main Road, Penguin Tiptoe through the tulips (or take the courtesy bus) Enquiries: Andrea Carey 6429 8900 | andrea. and traverse the fields of colour. Next on the list is a [email protected] scrumptious 2 course lunch at the Wynyard Bowls Club. Last stop is the WOW – Wonders of Wynyard Exhibition and Visitors Centre. See the world-class Heart Foundation Walking Group Ransley Veteran Car Collection and the latest art Central Coast Council exhibition. Bus leaves from Council at 10am. Come along for a gentle to moderate walk through Monday 14th October 10:00am–3:00pm Penguin. Meeting at Penguin Visitor Information Circular Head Council, 33 Goldie Street, Smithton Centre – don’t forget your water! Cost: $15 includes bus, lunch and entry to Tulip Farm and Wonders of Wynyard. Wednesday 16th October 9:00am–9:30am Bookings: [email protected] Penguin Visitor Information Centre, Main Road 6452 4864

ROMAINE Circular Head Seniors Expo Circular Head Council Let’s keep with this year’s theme and connect Cherry Blossom Celebration Circular Head community members with local Emu Valley Rhododendron Garden service providers, groups, recreational activities and Cherry blossom trees and Rhododendrons out information to enhance our lives and community. in full bloom. Come and wander regions of the This a chance for you to find out what great world and then enjoy one of Emu Valley's popular activities or assistance is available in Circular Head. Devonshire Teas! Saturday 19th October is Cherry The morning will start with short presentations Blossom Celebration Day with something for by organisations then attendees will enjoy lunch everyone to enjoy. (provided by Soroptimist International of Circular Monday 14th October 9:00am–5:00pm Head) and have the opportunity to chat with Tuesday 15th October 9:00am–5:00pm organisations and find out more about their service Wednesday 16th October 9:00am–5:00pm / activity. A joint event by Circular Head Council, Thursday 17th October 9:00am–5:00pm Smithton Library and Rural Health Tasmania. Friday 18th October 9:00am–5:00pm Wednesday 16th October 10:30am–1:00pm Saturday 19th October 10:00am–4:00pm Circular Head Community and Recreation Centre, Sunday 20th October 9:00am–5:00pm 72 Nelson Street, Smithton Emu Valley Rhododendron Garden, Bookings: [email protected] 55 Breffny Road, Romaine 6452 4864 Cost: Monday to Friday half price entry for seniors – Adults $15, Concession $12, Children free

SENIORS WEEK 2019 • EVENTS IN THE NORTH WEST 81 LAWN Bowls Choir – Note Worthy Circular Head Senior Citizens Centre Ulverstone Senior Citizens Club Want to give Bowls a try? Come on down to the Our choir will be practising choral and drama items Senior Citizens Centre. for the monthly social. We welcome new members Monday 14th October 1:30pm–4:00pm to our lively and friendly group. Wednesday 16th October 1:30pm–4:30pm Monday 14th October 1:30pm–3:30pm Friday 18th October 1:30pm–4:30pm Senior Citizens Club, 16 King Edward St, Ulverstone Senior Citizens Centre, Gardner Ave, Smithton Bookings: 6452 2089 (close: 11/10) Enquiries: Coral Blake 6452 2089 Seniors' Forum Ulverstone Senior Citizens Club The session begins with sharing jokes and a entertainers group discussion on unusual words, encouraging member Circular Head Senior Citizens Centre participation. This is followed by a lighthearted quiz Do you have any special talents, enjoy a sing a creating much hilarity and fun. long or would like to be involved in an Entertainers Tuesday 15th October 9:45am–12:00pm Group? Join us on Friday of Seniors Week. Senior Citizens Club, 16 King Edward St, Ulverstone Friday 18th October 1:00pm–2:00pm Senior Citizens Centre, Gardner Ave, Smithton Bookings: 6452 2089 (close: 11/10) The Mayor's Cup – Indoor Bowls Enquiries: Coral Blake 6452 2089 Ulverstone Senior Citizens Club Join us for indoor bowls – a fun social competition in warm and pleasant surroundings. Refreshments ULVERSTONE will be provided. Tuesday 15th October 12:45pm–3:45pm Senior Citizens Club, 16 King Edward St, Ulverstone Ulverstone to Berry Patch

BIKE Ride and Feast Cards – Crib Bicycle Network Tasmania Ulverstone Senior Citizens Club Join our free bike ride to the Berry Patch farm to If you enjoy playing crib please come along to our enjoy coastal scenery on an off-road path and quiet friendly group. roads, and reward yourself with a delicious lunch at the end and the chance to get to know other Wednesday 16th October 1:00pm–3:00pm older riders. The ride will begin at 11:00am but we Senior Citizens Club, 16 King Edward St, Ulverstone want people to get there beforehand so everyone is ready to go at 11:00am. The end time is up to the group and how long they want to spend having Community Shed – Ladies Open Day lunch. Please note, lunch is at your own cost. Central Coast Council Wednesday 16th October 10:50am–2:30pm Tour the shed, meet some regular participants and Car park next to Otto’s Grotto, Shropshire Park have a go at making a simple piece of wood work. A Bookings: [email protected] fun, friendly and informative program just for ladies. 0418 508 435 | www.biketas.org.au/ulverstone_ Morning/afternoon tea provided. berry_patch_ride_and_feast_20191016 (close: 15/10) Tuesday 15th October 10:00am–3:00pm Ulverstone Community Shed Enquiries: Andrea Carey 6429 8900 [email protected]

82 SENIORS WEEK 2019 • EVENTS IN THE NORTH WEST Indoor Bowls Coach Trip – Boat Harbour and surrounds Ulverstone Senior Citizens Club Central Coast Council Join us for indoor bowls – a fun, social competition Travel via Fern Glade, Rhododendron Gardens & in warm and pleasant surroundings. Guide Falls to the beautiful Boat Harbour before Thursday 17th October 12:45pm–3:45pm returning via Table Cape and enjoying lunch in Saturday 19th October 12:45pm–3:45pm Wynyard (at own expense or BYO lunch). Minimum Senior Citizens Club, 16 King Edward St, Ulverstone numbers and cancellation policy applies. Tuesday 15th October 9:30am–4:00pm Departing Ulverstone Visitor Information Centre, Games from the Past @ Connect Café Alexandra Road, Ulverstone Central Coast Council Cost: $30 A blast from the past – remember the days of Bookings: Andrea Carey 6429 8900 knuckles and elastics – come try your hand with [email protected] (close 4/10) some old-time games. Catering for all ability levels. Morning tea provided. Tuesday 15th October 10:00am–12:00pm men's shed Open day and BBQ Gnomon Room, Wharf Precinct, Ulverstone Central Coast Council Enquiries: Andrea Carey 6429 8900 Whether you’re into making things with your hands [email protected] or making new friends, come down and meet everyone at the Shed. Friday 18th October 11:30am–1:00pm Cards – 500 Ulverstone Community Shed Ulverstone Senior Citizens Club Enquiries: Andrea Carey 6429 8900 Interested in 500? Come along to our friendly group. [email protected] Friday 18th October 1:00pm–3:00pm Senior Citizens Club, 16 King Edward St, Ulverstone Discovering Reid Street Reserve Central Coast Council Heart Foundation Walking Group Join us on a guided bird-identification walk. The Central Coast Council remnant forest and its linkage to the Leven River Come along for a gentle to moderate walk through has become like an island refuge for many endemic the parks of Ulverstone. Meeting at Otto’s Grotto – birds. See Tasmania’s endemic honeyeaters, some don’t forget your water! summer migrants and at least hear some cuckoos. Monday 14th October 9:30am–10:30am Walking shoes required (no heels). The walk has Otto’s Grotto, Dial Street Ulverstone uneven surfaces and steps. A broad-brimmed hat is also recommended. Bring binoculars if you have them. Bring a drink and a packed lunch to Coach Trip – Deloraine tasting trail enjoy afterwards if you like. No cost, although Central Coast Council registrations required. Travelling to Anvers & Ashgrove before enjoying Tuesday 15th October 10:00am–11:00am lunch in Deloraine (at own expense or BYO lunch), Reid Street, Ulverstone and then visiting the Honey Farm and 41 South Bookings: Andrea Carey 6429 8900 Salmon – this trip is sure to tantalise your tastebuds! [email protected] Minimum numbers and cancellation policy applies. Monday 14th October 9:30am–4:00pm Departing Ulverstone Visitor Information Centre, Alexandra Road, Ulverstone Cost: $30 | Bookings: Andrea Carey 6429 8900 [email protected] (close 4/10)

SENIORS WEEK 2019 • EVENTS IN THE NORTH WEST 83 Wilderness adventure day tour WYNYARD Central Coast Council Departing Ulverstone, enjoy a personalised tour to the famous Wall in the Wilderness (entry fees WYNYARD MINI EXPO payable at your own expense). A lunch stop Libraries Tasmania included (at own cost), or pack your own lunch. This "It's not the years in your life, but the life in your is a trip not to be missed. Minimum numbers and years”. Interested in events and opportunities cancellation policy applies. in your local community? Wynyard Library will Wednesday 16th October 9:00am–5:00pm be hosting a mini expo catering to the interests Otto’s Grotto, Dial Street Ulverstone and needs of our community. Come and join Cost: $50 us for some entertainment and refreshments Bookings: Andrea Carey 6429 8900 | andrea. during Seniors Week. Learn about our community [email protected] (close 4/10) garden, U3A, The Men’s shed (also for women), Further tours available www.murraysdayout.com.au gentle exercise, the historical society, arts and crafts, service clubs and health options. Also a special event with some younger members of our Discover the Leven community, who would like to ask some questions Central Coast Council of our seniors, rather than asking Google! Wynyard Library is situated near the Woolies carpark. Step on board with Leven River Cruises and discover the hidden gems of the Leven River. Wednesday 16th October 11:00am–2:00pm Your tour guide is devoted to ensuring that your Thursday 17th October 2:00pm–3:00pm experience of the Leven Catchment will be a Wynyard Library, 13 Exhibition Link, Wynyard memorable one and will commence the tour with a fascinating journey into the extraordinary natural cultural history of the area while you Casual Country Cycling enjoy the scenic extravaganza. The famous Waratah Wynyard Council mirrored reflections of the Leven River due to the Join a group ride from the Wonders of Wynyard out tea coloured water from the button grass plains along Deep Creek Road. Come a little earlier for a upstream may be revealed during the cruise. bike safety check. These beautiful reflections have been admired Tuesday 15th October 11:00am–12:30pm and photographed for use in postcards for over Wonders of Wynyard, Exhibition Link, Wynyard 100 years. Enquiries: Richard 0408 179 396 Thursday 17th October 9:30am–1:30pm Depart from Public Pontoon, Tasma Parade, West Ulverstone Garden Conversations Cost: $60 – includes cruise, 3-course picnic lunch Waratah Wynyard Council and drinks $60 Meet the gardeners who tend their plots at the Bookings: Andrea Carey 6429 8900 Wynyard Community Garden. A chance to see [email protected] (close 11/10) what grows and ask questions on everything from organic growing to compost making. Finish with a cuppa and learn about mosaic art in the garden. Friday 18th October 10:00am–12:00pm Wynyard Community Garden, Johnston Place, Wynyard

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COTA is an independent, not-for-profit body that relies on income from various government and private sources for its sustained operations. You can help COTA Tasmania to continue our FIND COMMUNITY advocacy and education activities to assist Tasmanian seniors enjoy a high quality of life. ACTIVITIES IN YOUR AREA You can become a COTA volunteer or alternatively, make a tax deductible donation. For more information visit our website cotatas.org.au, email [email protected] Struggling to find or call us on (03) 6231 3265. information about local activities and events?

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Activity and event details can be printed and mailed on request: contact COTA Tasmania on (03) 6231 3265 or [email protected]. Do you need help with using your Bring along your phone, laptop computer, iPad or tablet, and questions. Our friendly, mobile phone or other digital knowledgeable, older volunteers will help device? COTA Tasmania is offering you get the best out of your device. INDIVIDUAL assistance to people The sessions are personalised and deal with your particular questions. over 50 to help you get more value Whether you live in Wynyard or Dover or out of your digital equipment. anywhere in between, give us a call. All we need is five bookings to run a 'pop-up' IT help stall in your area. To make an appointment contact COTA Tasmania on (03) 6231 3265 or [email protected]. COTA TAS would like to hear 6. Have you participated in 13. What type of activities from you about your experience Seniors Week activities before? would you like to participate in of this year’s Seniors Week. We’d (please tick) next year? (please tick as many as appropriate) appreciate you taking a few ⃞ Yes ⃞ No moments to complete this survey: ⃞ Physical (eg yoga, sport) 7. How many events will you ⃞ Creative (singing, dance, EVENT NAME: attend this year? (please tick) music, art) ⃞ 1 ⃞ 2-3 ⃞ 4+ ⃞ Cultural (film, theatre, exhibition) 8. Are you participating in a new ⃞ Educational (informal, “how-to”) activity you have not engaged ⃞ Outdoors (gardening, EVENT LOCATION: bushwalking, walking) with before? (please tick) ⃞ History focussed activities ⃞ Yes ⃞ No (local, family, cultural) ⃞ Club events 9. Over the year, how regularly 1. How did you hear about ⃞ Social activities (cooking, do you participate in similar Seniors Week? (please tick box) eating, drinking, meeting activities? (please tick ONE only) ⃞ Newspaper people) ⃞ Daily (Mercury/Examiner/Advocate) ⃞ Social justice (politics, ⃞ 2 – 3 times a week ⃞ Prime Times magazine (insert) justice, advocacy) ⃞ At least fortnightly ⃞ The Senior newspaper ⃞ Spiritual ⃞ At least monthly ⃞ COTA Tasmania website ⃞ Information technology ⃞ A couple of times a year ⃞ Seniors Week Launceston (computers, internet, ⃞ I don’t participate Tramsheds Launch Event mobile phone) ⃞ Other (please specify): ⃞ Other (please specify) 10. Are you attending Seniors Week activities as... (please tick as many as appropriate) ⃞ An individual 14. What did you enjoy most 2. Where do you live? (town/suburb) ⃞ With friends about this year’s Seniors Week? ⃞ A member of a group Please use the space below to tell us. (If you need more space please use a 11. How did you hear about the separate sheet) 3. Tick the range that includes event(s) you attended? (please tick as many as appropriate) your age: ⃞ Event organiser ⃞ Under 50 years ⃞ 50-59 years ⃞ Word of mouth ⃞ 60-69 years ⃞ 70-79 years ⃞ COTA TAS website ⃞ 80+ years ⃞ Seniors Week Official Program 4. What is your gender? ⃞ Other (please specify): (please tick) ⃞ Male ⃞ Female 15. Is there anything else you’d like to tell us about Senior’s Week: Other (please specify): 12. How did you travel to Seniors the official program, current Week events? (please tick as many as 5. Where did you get your Seniors appropriate) or future events, organisation, Week Event Program? (please tick Bicycle transport? (If you need more space as many as appropriate) ⃞ please use a separate sheet) ⃞ Car ⃞ Australia Post Office ⃞ Public transport ⃞ Community organisation ⃞ Community transport ⃞ The internet ⃞ Walked ⃞ Service Tasmania ⃞ Other (please specify): ⃞ Community house ⃞ Community Health Centre ⃞ Library ⃞ Pharmacy Please remove your completed survey form and return it to the event organiser ⃞ Other (please specify) today or send to COTA Tasmania, ‘Westella’, 181 Elizabeth Street, Hobart TAS 7000 or [email protected]. If you would like to discuss with a COTA team member, please provide your name and contact number: GET THERE WITH METRO THIS SENIORS WEEK

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