Our Senior Wellness Greenfield Park activity is located at St. Mary’s, 735 Miller St., Greenfield Park. This large and comfortable space allows us to welcome more participants safely. Join us on Thursdays from 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. for engaging weekly activities designed to stimulate your mind, body, and creativity! May 7: We will welcome Akim Bamboo, a master of the chromatic shakuhachi, a luthier, and a career musician. Akim has been designing flutes, foraging building materials, and leading community workshops, including meditation concerts and group flute-building sessions. Contact Tania at (514) 213-3744 or [email protected] for more information or to register.

Take part in our monthly Cooking Demonstration—no chopping required, just good food and good company. Join us on May 12 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at 91 Churchill Blvd., Greenfield Park for a watch-and-learn session on traditional Indian dishes, co-hosted by Meena Gandhi. We are fortunate to have such talented cooks in our class and look forward to learning about Indian spices and cuisine. Space is limited and registration is required. Space is limited and registration is required. Register with Courtney at [email protected] or (514) 604-9455.

Join our weekly group at 91 Churchill Blvd. in Greenfield Park, designed to support family caregivers. It’s a welcoming space to explore health topics, connect with others, and build meaningful relationships. May 13 – Semaine des aînés de Longueuil: Discover ARC: Special guest: Varsha Bhat, of the Aging with Dignity Podcast. Join us for a special session inspired by everyday conversations about aging, caregiving, and planning ahead. Varsha, the driving force behind the Aging with Dignity podcast, has established a platform for sincere introspection on caring for elderly relatives and skillfully navigating care with respect, kindness, and candour. This group is open to former caregivers too! For more information contact Christine at [email protected] or (514) 608-9600.

Join us Wednesdays, from 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. for activities supporting the physical, cognitive, and emotional well-being of English-speaking seniors 55+. Held in the lower level of the Free Methodist Church (1076 Front Street North, Clarenceville), which is wheelchair accessible. For more information or to register, contact Céline at [email protected] or (514) 980-8900. May 13: Mindful eating, healthy minds— Led by Hope for Dementia, explore how mindful eating and shared meals can support brain health and reduce dementia risk.

Join us on May 13 from 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. for Mindful Together, an activity to allow yourself a moment to pause and reconnect with yourself. Held at 91 Churchill Blvd., Greenfield Park and led by Brandon Stewart, these sessions explore the "art of being present". This month we’ll explore calming techniques and learn to identify what makes you feel good about yourself. You’ll leave the session with a worksheet that you can use to practice at home. Space is limited and registration is required. To register, email Brandon at [email protected] or (438) 465-4514 .  

Join us on Wednesdays from 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. for engaging weekly activities designed to stimulate your mind, body, and creativity! May 13:We’re excited to welcome the one and only Andy O’Donnell, who will be leading a hands-on presentation all about the basics of changing your car’s oil and tires—practical skills you can actually use! For more information or to register, please email Tania at [email protected] or call (514) 213-3744.

Our Senior Wellness Greenfield Park activity is located at St. Mary’s, 735 Miller St., Greenfield Park. This large and comfortable space allows us to welcome more participants safely. Join us on Thursdays from 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. for engaging weekly activities designed to stimulate your mind, body, and creativity! May 14: Pass the Painting Around – Get creative! Each person adds to a painting as it travels from one person to the next. Contact Tania at (514) 213-3744 or [email protected] for more information or to register.

Parlez-Vous? Let’s Chat! This month we’re diving into the journey of coffee, from tree to cup, while practicing French in a relaxed, enjoyable setting. Through conversation and hands-on experiences, you’ll learn about coffee culture while connecting with others. Join us from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. on May 14 at 409 Jacques- Cartier Street South in Saint-Jean for a fun, informal conversation centred around all things coffee. Then, on May 28, we’ll meet at the artisanal roastery Bean et Bonheur (131 Saint-Jacques Street, Saint-Jean) at 6:30 p.m. for a guided tour of the roasting process. RSVP before May 21. To register, contact Céline by email or call (514) 980-8900.