Here is what people can expect at 2022's Richmond Senior Week.
For 2023 Richmond Senior Week events click here.
Every year, Seniors Week is celebrated across Canada to recognize the contributions seniors make to their communities.
From June 6 to 12, there will be more than 20 free and low-cost activities and events for seniors 55 and over.
This year’s include dance and art classes, library tours and a pickleball tournament.
“The past two years have been challenging for many seniors in the community,” said Mayor Malcolm Brodie.
“Events such as Seniors Week provide important opportunities for seniors to reconnect with fellow community members, to meet new people and to participate in a variety of activities that support healthy and active aging.”
Highlights for the week include:
- Monday, June 6 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. - Mayor’s welcome and opening event
Join Mayor Malcolm Brodie and special guests for the Seniors Week Opening Event on the plaza at Minoru Centre for Active Living.
- Tuesday, June 7, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. - Art Therapy for Mindfulness (virtual)
Connect, slow down and explore while creating an art piece guided by a trained art therapist. Presented by City Centre Community Centre.
- Wednesday, June 8, 10 to 11 a.m. - Gardening Workshop (in-person)
Learn how to pot and take care of plants (indoor and outdoor) with volunteers from the Richmond Garden Club. Presented by the Richmond Garden Club and the Hamilton Community Centre.
- Thursday, June 9, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. - 55+ BC Games Event (in-person)
Learn the history of the 55+ BC Games and then try floor curling, table tennis and billiards. This program is led by volunteers of the 55+ BC Games Society. Enter the draw to win a free one-month fitness pass after participating in three sports. Presented by South Arm Community Centre.
- Friday, June 10, 1 to 2 p.m. - Bollywood Dancing (in-person)
Perform high energy and fun dance moves to upbeat Bollywood music in this session that covers fundamental choreography and techniques. Presented by Cambie Community Centre.
- Saturday, June 11, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. - Welcome Back Tea (in-person)
Celebrate Seniors Week at the Minoru Seniors Society's afternoon tea, including entertainment and light refreshments. Presented by the Seniors Centre at Minoru Centre for Active Living.
- Sunday, June 12, 2:15 to 3:45 p.m. - Wild Words (in-person)
Create a unique, personal and nature-themed prose in this interactive session guided and supported by a professional poet. Dress for the weather as this program will be held outdoors. Presented by the Richmond Nature Park.
Most events and activities require registration. For more information and to register, click here.
