Seniors' Week 2010
Seniors Week celebrates the valuable contribution seniors make to our community. It is a way of acknowledging seniors and a great opportunity for all generations to join with older people to celebrate. For more information about Seniors Week 2010 events see NSW Seniors Week Website.
Seniors Week in the Shire is sponsored by Tradies.
Did you know Council has an ageing strategy? Learn more.
Monday 22 March
Luncheon
Time: 11.30am
Location: Sutherland Entertainment Centre
More Information: Cultural Events and Planning 9710 0999
Lunch celebrating Seniors Week in the Sutherland Shire (600 tickets available). Tickets for the Luncheon are available by ballot only.
The ballot vouchers are available via the St George and Sutherland Shire Leader on:
- Tuesday 9 February (see Council's column), and
- Thursday 11 February (separate advertisement)
or in the General Notices page of this website.
Please follow the instructions provided. Deadline for receiving ballots is Monday 1 March.
Do you know a Sutherland Shire Centenarian?
We honour our centenarian's each year at the luncheon. If you have a friend or relative that turns 100 this year and is a resident of the Sutherland Shire, please call 9710 0992 to discuss how they can be a part of our 2010 Seniors' Week celebrations.
Online Computer Training Resources
Time: 9.30am – 10.30am
Location: Sutherland Library
More Information: Sutherland Shire Library Reference Services 97100351
These will be information sessions aimed at seniors with a little knowledge of computers & the internet. This session will focus on the resources that are available to library members for learning/practising how to use them - Bookings essential.
Health Information Online
Time: 11am - 12noon
Location: Sutherland Library
More Information: Sutherland Shire Library Reference Services 97100351
These will be information sessions aimed at seniors with a little knowledge of computers & the internet. This session will be specifically aimed at finding quality Health information online - Bookings essential.
Tuesday 23rd March
ACTIVE CALD SENIOR AWARDS 2010
Location: Bexley Community Centre
More Information: to obtain a nomination form and eligibility guidelines, call Margherita Briscas, Multicultural Access Project Officer 9597 5455
If you know a senior from a Culturally & Linguistically Diverse (CALD) background who lives in the St George or Sutherland Region and is 60 years or over, and who you feel has been active in making a difference to your life or the life of others then why not nominate this special person for an award. Applications close 4.00pm Friday March 5th 2010. Successful nominees will be invited to an AWARDS LUNCHEON on March 23rd at the Bexley Community Centre. One winner for each local government area will be awarded.
Wednesday 24th March
Shire International Short Film Festival
Day Session
Time: 11am
Tickets: Tickets available at the door $10 – includes lunch and movie ticket
Evening Session
Time: 6pm to pre book dinner and ticket and Session commences at 7.30pm
Tickets: Tickets available at the door $25 – including dinner and movie ticket or $7 movie ticket only
Location: Sutherland Entertainment Centre
More Information: Sutherland Entertainment Centre 9710 0557
Selection of short films, chosen by local seniors coordination committee – 2 hour program, including a break
Menai Morning Tea
Time: 10am - 12pm
Location: Menai Community Centre 34-40 Alison Cres, Menai
More Information: Menai Neighbour Aid Service 9541 2022
Menai Community Services Inc. is pleased to host this free event featuring entertainment, information and much more to celebrate Seniors Week.
Thursday 25 March
FREE Concerts - The Fabulous Forties show:
First Concert Time: 10.30am
Second Concert Time: 2.00pm
Location: Sutherland Entertainment Centre
More Information: Sutherland Entertainment Centre - 9521 8888
The John Pickworth Orchestra will accurately recreate the sounds of the fabulous forties (Glenn Miller, Woody Herman and Duke Ellington synonymous with the
Big Band Era) in a way that will have your toes tapping, your fingers snapping and a bring a smile to your heart.
Joining this elete group of gifted musicians will be the beautiful vocal trio The Belles, who channel the incredible sass and joy of the Andrews Sisters, along with the very talented Chris Atkinson.
Bushcare Bushwalk
Time: 9.30 am – 12.30 pm
Location: Starts at picnic shelter in Gunnamatta Park, Cronulla
More Information: Bushcare 9524 5672
There are five Bushcare Groups helping to look after the foreshore of the Cronulla Peninsula. This is an opportunity to see the great work the volunteers are doing and to learn more about native plants in the Cronulla area. A light lunch will be provided after the
walk. Wear a hat and sturdy walking shoes and bring drinking water. Numbers are limited so booking is essential.
Art Exhibition
Time: 10am - 2.30pm
Location: Engadine RSL (Club Engadine), 1029 Old Princes Hwy, Engadine
More Information: Engadine Community Services 95207022
Engadine Community Services are holding an art exibition to encourage, support and showcase local seniors talents. Engadine Community Services seeks submissions for the exhibition, which may consist of paintings, sculptures, pottery, ceramics or any other art forms. Amateurs aand those currently learning new artistic skills are encouarged to exhibit their works. Tea, Coffee, and a simple lunch is provided for submitting artists.
Tuesday 30 March
Healthy Ageing Walk
Time: 8.30am - 11am
Walk Begins: Monro Park Corner of Cronulla St & Laycock Ave, Cronulla
Walk Ends: Cronulla Central 38 - 60 Croydon Street, Cronulla
More Information: Community Services 9710 0583 or 97100563
The walk celebrates active ageing with a walk around the Cronulla peninsular. Two walking routes have been designed a 4.5km and 2.5km route.
All participants receive a map, water and barley sugar.
Event ends at Cronulla Central with a cool down session and the Know Your Options Information Session follows the walk.
Know Your Options - Fitness, Recreation, Volunteering and Social Opportunities in the Shire
Time: 11am - 1pm
Location: Cronulla Central, Hall 1&2, 38 – 60 Croydon Street and Cronulla Mall
More Information: Community Services 9710 0583 or 97100563
Information Seminar for residents and their families focusing on staying healthy and socially connected – fitness, recreation, volunteering and social opportunities in the Shire.