February 9, 2024
February 17 is Random Acts of Kindness Day. Small gestures can really brighten a person’s day. Saying good morning, share words of encouragement, hello to a neighbour or a thank you to a friend are all easy ways to make someone smile. One small act of kindness leads to another.
Happy Family Day weekend coming up on February 19. Enjoy your time together with family or those who are like family in your lives.
Mark your calendars for Spring Registration which starts February 20 for Coquitlam residents and February 22 for everyone. This will be for all programs, workshops and special events taking place between April 1 – June 30. You can view what programs are coming for the Spring Session on Friday, February 9.
HOURS OF OPERATION
Dogwood Pavilion | Glen Pine Pavilion
TO REGISTER:
Sign up online at www.coquitlam.ca/registration
Call the Registration Line at 604-927-4386
Register in-person at the Pavilions during operating hours
WHAT'S HAPPENING AT DOGWOOD
Express yourself in upcoming creative visual arts programs at Dogwood. Join us for these visual arts courses that promote artistic knowledge and skill development by providing instruction and opportunities to practice artistic techniques.
Drawing: Botanicals
Painting: Watercolour Beginner
Painting: Acrylic Portraits in Black and White
Painting: Acrylic Paint Night – Cherry Blossoms
Discover the fun of learning new dance steps in upcoming dance classes at Dogwood. Dance programs promote knowledge and skill development through practicing various dance steps, styles and techniques. Try out Ballet, Bellydance, Foxtrot, Cha Cha, Line Dance or Hip Hop.
Click here to view and register for dance classes
WHAT'S HAPPENING AT GLEN PINE
The second set of Winter classes still has available spots open for registration. If you missed the opportunity to try some classes in January, here is a second chance to sign up in the areas of lifelong learning, visual and performing arts. Some new classes include:
Painting: Watercolour Basics
Drawing: Beginner
Dance: Contemporary Basics
Language: Italian Beginner
Glen Pine’s first live event for 2024 is coming up on March 15. Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with an evening of great music and good food. The Midlife Band will have your toes tapping and the luck of the Irish for all. Thank you to our Presenting Partner, Aspira Retirement Living (Astoria and Mayfair Terrace). Doors open at 5:45pm. Dinner begins at 6:00pm. Entertainment begins at 7:30pm.
SPECIAL EVENTS
February 22 Glen Pine Social Dinner
February 23 Dogwood Indoor Plant Swap and Talk
February 23 Dogwood Lunar New Year Musical Performance by Phoenix Ensemble
March 7 Glen Pine Paint and Pasta Night
March 15 Glen Pine Live: St. Patrick’s Day with Midlife Band
March 28 Dogwood Easter Luncheon and Glen Pine Easter Luncheon
Click for more details on these upcoming special events this season.
PAVILION MOVIES
Movies are a wonderful way to spend an afternoon and meet others who enjoy the silver screen. For $2 you can transport yourself into another world of adventure, comedy, drama, mystery and more. If you have ideas on movie titles you would like to view, please let us know. We are looking for a Film and Movie Moderator to facilitate our weekly movie programs. If you are a film buff who enjoys a wide array of films and movies and would enjoy leading a brief discussion about the movie afterwards, we would love to hear from you. Discussion questions will be provided.
Monday Matinee Movies at Dogwood 1 p.m.
Feb 12 The Notebook
Feb 26 Little Richard: I Am Everything
Friday Movies at Glen Pine 1 p.m.
Feb 16 A Haunting in Venice
Feb 23 Far From the Madding Crowd
Drop In (Pre-registration Recommended) for details on movies and more Adult General Interest Activities
BUS TRIPS
Day trips are back on the schedule with new trips for the Winter. Here are some planned Winter trips:
February 16 Northwest Flower and Garden Show
March 20 Be a Tourist in Your Own Town
March 26 Fraser River Discovery Tour
INCOME TAX CLINICS
Have your 2023 income tax returns done by Canada Revenue Agency trained volunteers.
Eligibility: Individuals with either low income or receiving any eligible form of government income assistance. Income guidelines are $35,000 for a single individual, $45,000 for a couple. Simple tax returns only. Self employed returns (including delivery drivers) and returns of deceased people are not accepted. You are booking a timeslot to have your income tax done in person at either Dogwood or Glen Pine Pavilion. There will be a Questionnaire to be completed at time of registration to confirm eligibility.
Please call our registration line to book an appointment at 604-927-4386.
Service Adapted to Keep Seniors Safe:
Seniors who are unable to attend an appointment in person have the option to file their 2023 Income Tax Returns over the phone. Offered in partnership with the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP), volunteers will pick up all supporting documents and file the Income Tax Return over the phone at no cost to seniors. For more information about this service, contact Kim Bortolin, Community Services Coordinator at 604-927-6093.
PAVILION FOOD SERVICES
Kitchens are open at both pavilions. Check out the weekly menu for hot lunch options.
Baked goodies, hot and cold beverages, soup and sandwiches are available daily.
Please note: New menus posted each Friday after 1 p.m. for the following week.
Tea Garden (Dogwood)
Open Monday to Friday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. | Open Saturday 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Boulevard Café (Dogwood)
Open for lunch Monday to Friday 10:30 a.m. - 1p.m.
Weekly menu (PDF)
Lemon Tree Café (Glen Pine)
Open Monday to Friday from 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. | Lunch served daily at 11:00 a.m.
Saturdays from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Weekly Menu (PDF)
ACTIVITY GROUPS AND CLUBS (50+)
At Glen Pine, there are still many groups looking for participants especially to play cards or games. New activity group ideas welcomed.
To join: Sign up online at www.coquitlam.ca/registration
Call the Registration Line at 604-927-4386
Register in-person during operating hours
At Dogwood Pavilion, Activity Groups are managed by the Dogwood Senior Society.
To Join an Activity Group or for more information:
Contact the Activity Group Leader in advance of attendance.
Contact information, dogwoodseniors50plus.com or contact the Dogwood Pavilion front desk 604-927-6098.
The Roller Skating Activity Group would like to welcome new members for roller skating or roller blading to great music, Thursdays 12:30 – 3 p.m. at the Poirier Forum. Please register and pay the $2 drop in at Dogwood Pavilion. The Roller Skating Activity Group is part of the Dogwood Pavilion Seniors Society.
COMMUNITY SERVICES
Adapted Aqua Movement 19 years +
On Thursdays at 10:15 – 11 a.m. in the shallow area of the warm therapy pool at the Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex (633 Poirier Street, Coquitlam, BC V3J 6A9). This is a $2.00 pre-registered drop-in. The program is designed for those with physical disabilities and/or cognitive impairments where the focus is on low impact exercises to improve activities of daily living. Those requiring 1:1 support to participate in the water are asked to bring their own support person at no additional charge. New participants will receive a phone call prior to the class to discuss support and equipment needs.
Learn More.
Financial Assistance for Recreation
With registration ongoing for winter 2024 programming, now is a great time to apply for Coquitlam’s Financial Assistance for Recreation program.
Each year, qualifying Coquitlam residents will receive 50 free drop-in visits plus a $225 credit they can use for an expanded range of admissions, passes, programs, lessons, exam fees, supplies, rentals and more. For details or to register online, click the link below.
Learn More.
This message is sent on behalf of Claudette Haire, Business Services Manager
Parks, Recreation, Culture and Facilities, City of Coquitlam prcs_info@coquitlam.ca