2025 March 4
HAPPY JOINTS CLASS CANCELLED TODAY, due to illness.
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2025 Feb 23
The Town of Deep River Recreation & Culture Master Plan Survey deadline has been extended to Feb 28. This survey is open to community members as well as neighboring communities. If you would like to provide feedback and/or suggestions, now is your chance.
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2025 Feb 11
COFFEE AND CONVERSATION CANCELLED THIS THURSDAY, Feb 13.
Due to the wintery forecast for Thursday, we have decided to cancel this week's Coffee and Conversation. We will be back again next week!
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Gabriella Salera and Madeline Woodfine from the
Local Immigration Partnership – Lanark & Renfrew recently spoke at our January General Meeting and are now sharing the following information:
LEARNING & CONNECTIONS CIRCLE MENTORSHIP PROGRAM:
Please click this link to learn more about the program and how you can sign up if you’re interested: https://liplanarkrenfrew.ca/learning-connections-circle
TECHNOLOGY WORKSHOPS:
Technology Workshops can be found here: https://liplanarkrenfrew.ca/event/technology-workshops-for-older-adults-connected-canadians/
As mentioned, folks wanting to attend can simply click on the zoom link attached to the presentation they would like to attend at that date and time. Select libraries are also presenting these workshops, allowing people to just drop in and watch along.
The next technology workshop: Increasing digital and financial literacy, will be presented on January 31st at 1pm via Zoom
MENTORSHIP TRAINING SESSIONS:
Our very first mentorship training session will be offered on Friday, January 24th. This session will be recorded and can be distributed to interested participants - https://liplanarkrenfrew.ca/event/mentorship-training-session/
We will be running additional mentorship training sessions. Sessions will be posted on the LIP Lanark & Renfrew events page - https://liplanarkrenfrew.ca/events/
EQUITY, DIVERSITY, INCLUSION LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES:
Introduction to Intercultural Competency online workshop – February 11th, 12pm-2pm.
Register here: https://liplanarkrenfrew.ca/event/introduction-to-intercultural-competency-8/
All offerings of LIP workshops are listed on our events page - https://liplanarkrenfrew.ca/events/
ESL (ENGLISH as a SECOND LANGUAGE) TEACHING CLASSES:
Deep River Public Library – February 24th – time TBC – we will send through a poster to the UOVSFC as soon as time has been confirmed
Please see Petawawa ESL Teaching Class poster attached for your reference
PODCAST PROJECT:
Valley Mentors: Bridging Generations is a podcast series focused on highlighting community champions in the Ottawa Valley who have done incredible work in volunteering, mentoring, or positively contributing to their communities. If you have interesting stories to share, insights or wisdom which will help others, and are passionate about encouraging others to get involved in their communities, we want to hear from you!
Please reach out to localimmigrationpartnership@algonquincollege.com to express your interest in being featured on our podcast! We would love the opportunity to connect.
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2025 Jan 23
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The Upper Ottawa Valley Seniors Friendship Club
2024 YEAR IN REVIEW
Where did that year go? We were busy!
We thanked our outgoing executive members Diane Davis and Anne Wilbee, and Activities Committee member Yvonne Adam for their dedication and commitment to serving the best interests of our area seniors.
We welcomed new executive members Darlene Root and Patti Jennings and new and returning Activities Committee members Linda Dingle, Carolyn Benson, and Candace Bishop thanking them for coming forward to join the team to put our area seniors first.
Thanks to the hard work of Tom Moore, Darlene Root, and Kayla Menkhorst (Eganville Seniors) we were successful with grant applications which not only allowed us to offer programming at a reduced cost to members but encouraged non-members to come and check things out at the UOVSFC.
Our events and activities in 2024 included:
*Tulipfest Bus Trip with Dinner at Buffet du Continent
*Stained Glass Workshop with Juby Jewels
*Weekly Thursday Morning Coffee and Conversation
*Painting Workshops with Elaine Bisson
*Weekly Wednesday Woodsy hikes/snowshoe adventures
*Painting with Olga Nazarkina
*Kicksledding excursion
*Birding excursions
*Weekly Pool, Snooker, Shuffleboard and Darts
*Pottery with Eva Gallagher
*Guest speakers such as: Marek Brela/Deep River Police Services
*Lunch & Learn Sessions
*Music evenings with Gordon and company
*The Military Wives Choir
*Christmas Luncheon at the Bears Den
*Monthly Bowling & Dinner afternoon/evenings
*and much more
We look forward to bringing you more events, activities, speakers, workshops in 2025.
Something that we are bringing back will be the monthly movie afternoons; stay tuned for more details coming soon.
Wishing everyone a healthy and Happy New Year!
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2024 Dec 24
Sincere best wishes, from the Upper Ottawa Valley Seniors Friendship Club, for a very Merry Christmas and a healthy and Happy New Year!
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2024 Oct 25
UOVSFC November Lunch & Learn Sessions UPDATE
Nov 4th is now full; we will keep a waiting list.
Nov 18 and Nov 25 are filling up fast.
***As this is a catered event with capacity limit, we will NOT be able to accommodate anyone who has not registered in advance, unfortunately.***
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2024 Oct 1
The count-down is on..........Seniors Active Living Fair - Oct 3
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UOVSFC/OACAO Seniors Active Living Fair
Thursday, October 3 from 11am – 3pm
Deep River Legion
50 McElligott Drive
Deep River, ON
TIMETABLE (UPSTAIRS-DR Legion)
11:00 - message read from MSAA Minister Cho/opening remarks by area dignitaries/ ribbon cutting
- Exhibitor Tables (approx. 26)
****1:00 – Fashion Show with Fabulous Whistle Stop Fashions****
SPEAKERS/PRESENTERS/DEMOS (DOWNSTAIRS-DR Legion)
11:15 - Pharmacy Talk by Cahoon’s Pharmacy
11:40 - Tai Chi demo/talk
12:10 - Talk by Ministry of Finance
12:35 - Talk by County of Renfrew Paramedics
1:30 – Qigong with Suli Adams
2:00 - Travel Talk with Travel Only
*the above times are approximate and are subject to change.
A joint project hosted by the SFC in partnership with the Older Adult Centres’ Association of Ontario (OACAO) with funding support from the Government of Ontario (Ministry for Seniors and Accessibility-MSAA)
FAIR EXHIBITORS (Upstairs-DR Legion)
Cahoon’s Pharmacy
Chalk River Lions Club
CNIB/Vision Loss Rehabilitation Ontario
County of Renfrew Paramedics
Deep River and District Community Foundation
Deep River and District Hospital – Auxiliary
Deep River Curling and Squash Club
Deep River Fire Department
Deep River Lawn Bowling Club
Deep River Legion
Deep River Police Services
Deep River Public Library
Deep River – Recreation Department
Dep River Tai Chi Club
Heritage Hearing
Marc Audet – the Dumoine Trail
Maven Catering
Ministry of Finance
Ministry for Seniors and Accessibility
National Association of Federal Retirees – Algonquin Valley Branch
North Renfrew Family Services
OACAO
Ottawa Valley Chair Lift
Rotary - North Renfrew
Scented Bohemian
School House Museum
Travel Only – Evan Kendrick
UOVSFC
#OACAO
#MinistryforSeniorsandAccessibility
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2024 July 3
PLEASE NOTE: The Thursday morning Coffee and Conversation on July 4 will be at the Deep River Library due to repairs being done at the Hexagon of the Deep River Shoreline Sports Club (former name Yacht & Tennis Club). Usual time from 10 am - 12 noon.
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2024 June 5
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2024 May 14
Photos courtesy of Gene Lemieux and Bev Byrnes from our Tulip Festival Bus Trip yesterday.
It was a wonderful trip with great travelling companions and wonderful scenery.
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Register by March 12, so we know how many to expect. Thank you.
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2024 January 29
Safety Talk by Deep River Police: 9:00 am Tuesday Feb. 6 in the Deep River Library program room. The emphasis will be on safe bicycling, walking and internet. Open to all.
Did someone say Dinner Theatre?
This sounds like a deliciously fun evening!
2023 November 28
2023 November 28
Oh what fun was had at the recent Stained Glass Garden Stone workshops offered by Trish Juby from Juby Jewels.
A big Thank You, once again, goes out to the generosity of the Deep River and District Community Foundation (https://www.drdcf.ca/).
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2023 November 26
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2023 November 18
Bus trip scheduled for Nov. 27 is cancelled due to low interest. Thank you to those who signed up and paid. You will all be receiving an email.
What is NOT cancelled is:
Military Wives Choir
Tues., Dec. 5 - The Deep River Legion - upstairs
$10 in advance by Nov. 27, via e-transfer to: 23uovsfc55@gmail.com or through the drop-box at the town office (nonrefundable). $15 at the door.
Doors open 6:30 with a 7:00 p.m. start. Donations to the Food Band would be greatly appreciated. Please let us know before Nov. 27 if you plan on joining us.
Christmas Lunch
Thurs., Dec. 7 - The Bears Den - 12:00
It will be a good time. And it’s not too far away. $30 (nonrefundable) covers a full turkey dinner, taxes & gratuities, and must be paid by Nov. 27 via e-transfer to: 23uovsfc55@gmail.com or through the drop-box at the town office. Please let us know before Nov. 27 if you plan on joining us to celebrate the season. Donations to the Food Band would be greatly appreciated.
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2023 October 24
TOMORROW - DON'T FORGET
SFC Hallowe'en Special Event - Wednesday, October 25th
The live Zoom talk starts promptly at 10:00am. Please arrive a little early, especially if you’d like to grab a coffee first.
A Talk on Witchlore and Superstitions with Lianne Harris of History with Harris today, Wed., Oct. 25 - In the parish hall of Our Lady of Good Counsel Catholic Church. The parish hall is next to the church, with doors facing the parking lot.
Join us for this engaging talk with Lianne and enjoy Hallowe'en-themed goodies, coffee, and tea.
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2023 Oct 17 (Tuesday)
Don't forget to join us at the program room of the Deep River Library this morning at 10am for old fashioned gaming - decks of cards and board games.
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We hope that you can join in the fun this with us this morning.
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REMINDER
SFC Coffee and Conversation is back at the Deep River Library program room beginning tomorrow (Thursday) morning at 10am!
Everyone is welcome.
See you there!
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2023 September 22
September 21 was the last day for Coffee and Conversation at the Hexagon for this year, and what a lovely day it was!
Next Thursday (September 28th) we are back at the Deep River Library program room for our Coffee and Conversation where we will stay until the warm weather returns again next year. See you there!
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2023 September 6
Not only do we have our SFC 10th Dinner and Dance coming up on September 30, but check below for workshops which we have planned. Don't forget to check our Calendar as well.
Beaded Moccasin Workshop (WORKSHOP IS FULL)
October 24 and 31 - 9am - noon
Join Trudy at the Deep River Library program room on Tuesday, October 24 and 31st from 9 until noon to make your very own beaded moccasins.
There are only 18 spots available for this workshop.
The cost of this workshop is $40 per person, paid in advance to secure your place.
Open to SFC members only. All workshops will be held at the Deep River Library program room. Register early to avoid disappointment.
This workshop is made possible by a grant from the Deep River & District Community Foundation.
Stained Glass Garden Stone Workshop
November 21 and 28 - 9am - noon
Join Trish at the Deep River Library program room on Tuesday, November 21 and 28 from 9 until noon to create a unique stained glass garden stone.
There are only 25 spots available for this workshop.
The cost of this workshop is $20 per person, paid in advance to secure your place.
Open to SFC members only. All workshops will be held at the Deep River Library program room. Register early to avoid disappointment.
This workshop is made possible by a grant from the Deep River & District Community Foundation.
2023 August 29
**Turkey, Mashed Potatoes, Vegetables, Bun, Gravy, Turnip & Stuffing
OR
**Ham Scalloped Potatoes, Vegetables, Bun, Turnip
**Vegetarian Option --- Quinoa Stuffed Pepper Plate
- Meal choice - email 23uovsfc55@gmail.com
- Meal payment - via e transfer to 23uovsfc55@gmail.com or at the drop box at Deep River Town Hall (with your name enclosed)
- NO LATER than Monday, September 18th.
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2023 August 29
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2023 July 1
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2023 June 21
PSSssssst......don't forget.....
SFC Coffee and Conversation tomorrow.
You can find us at the Hexagon on Thursday mornings at 10, for the months of June, July, and August.
Come and join us. Everyone is welcome!
We are hoping to sit outside tomorrow morning.
Won't you come and join us?
2023 June 15
#SeniorsMonth2023
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2023 June 1
This is what this week's SFC Coffee and Conversation looked like on June 1st! A wonderful gathering.
You can find us at the Hexagon on Thursday mornings at 10, for the months of June, July, and August.
Come and join us. Everyone is welcome!
