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SUMMARY:The Art of Memoir Writing
DESCRIPTION:The Art of Writing Memoir (Ellen Ryan\, Facilitator)\nDates: Mondays\, October 25 and November 1\, 1:00-3:00 pm \nHamilton Public Library Online \nCo-Sponsor: Gilbrea Centre for Studies in Aging; Hamilton Public Library\nTwo sessions focus on writing and sharing our memories. We discuss the art of writing memoir\, excerpts from published memoirs\, as well as our own goals and strategies for writing memories.  Within each session\, participants will respond to writing prompts and be invited to read their work aloud. \nParticipants are encouraged to take part in both sessions. \nThe group will be facilitated by Ellen Ryan\, Professor Emeritus in the Department of Health\, Aging and Society. Ellen’s research examines how to foster resilient aging through the decades –from the young old to the oldest old. Throughout her career\, she has focused on ageism\, disability\, and life stories. She hosts the websites: Writing\, Aging and Spirit: www.writingdownouryears.ca and Hamilton Aging in Community. \nTo Register\, please visit these links at the Hamilton Public Library: \n                        October 25th – https://events.hpl.ca/event/5604012 \n                         November 1st – https://events.hpl.ca/event/5604013 \nRegister at least by the day before the event so that links can be emailed to you. If you have difficulty\, contact cdagosti@hpl.ca
URL:https://hamiltonagingtogether.ca/event/the-art-of-memoir-writing-2/
LOCATION:Hamilton Public Library ONLINE\, 55 York Boulevard\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8N 4E4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community,Creativity,Seminar,Writing
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210519T130000
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SUMMARY:Writing\, Aging & Spirit – HPL Online
DESCRIPTION:Wednesdays\, May 19 and May 26\, 1:00-3:00 pm \nFacilitator: Ellen Ryan \nCo-Sponsors: Hamilton Aging in Community\, McMaster Gilbrea Centre for Studies in Aging\, & Hamilton Public Library \nDiscover the art of journaling and creative nonfiction. Two sessions focus on writing as a practice to build resilient aging. We use quotations and poems about Aging with Spirit for discussion and writing. Within each session\, participants will respond to writing prompts and be invited to read their work aloud.  Participants are encouraged to take part in both sessions. \nHamilton Public Library Online. To register\, go to https://events.hpl.ca/events\, click on the date May 19 and find this Workshop title. Register for the first and registration for the second workshop is automatic. If you have difficulty\, please contact: ryaneb@mcmaster.ca
URL:https://hamiltonagingtogether.ca/event/writing-aging-and-spirit-hpl-online/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Aging,Community,Creativity,Seminar,Writing
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200511T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200511T150000
DTSTAMP:20260529T194847
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SUMMARY:Writing in Later Life: Legacy Letters
DESCRIPTION:Writing in Later Life: Legacy Letters\nDates: Monday May 4 & Monday May 11\nTime: 1:00-3:00pm\nLocation: ONLINE\nCo-Sponsors: Hamilton Aging in Community\, McMaster Gilbrea Centre for Studies in Aging & Ancaster Library\n\nOur former Governor General David Johnston wrote letters which “recognize\, applaud and build on the positive” across generations. Let’s learn to write these legacy letters too. \nWriting Legacy Letters is a strategy for passing on family stories and life lessons learned. We will discuss examples of legacy letters\, reasons for writing them\, and specific components of well-written letters. Within each session\, participants will respond to writing prompts and be invited to read their work aloud. \nParticipants are encouraged to take part in both sessions. \nTo Register\, visit https://events.hpl.ca/event/4272958. Sessions are open – you are welcome to join in at the last minute.
URL:https://hamiltonagingtogether.ca/event/writing-in-later-life-legacy-letters-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Aging,Creativity,Writing
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200504T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200504T150000
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SUMMARY:Writing in Later Life: Legacy Letters
DESCRIPTION:Writing in Later Life: Legacy Letters\n\nDates: Monday May 4 & Monday May 11\nTime: 1:00-3:00pm\nLocation: ONLINE\nCo-Sponsors: Hamilton Aging in Community\, McMaster Gilbrea Centre for Studies in Aging & Ancaster Library\n\nOur former Governor General David Johnston wrote letters which “recognize\, applaud and build on the positive” across generations.  Let’s learn to write these legacy letters too. \nWriting Legacy Letters is a strategy for passing on family stories and life lessons learned. We will discuss examples of legacy letters\, reasons for writing them\, and specific components of well-written letters.  Within each session\, participants will respond to writing prompts and be invited to read their work aloud. \nParticipants are encouraged to take part in both sessions. \nTo Register\, please visit https://events.hpl.ca/event/4272957. Sessions are open – you are welcome to join in at the last minute.
URL:https://hamiltonagingtogether.ca/event/writing-in-later-life-legacy-letters/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Aging,Creativity,Writing
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200313T133000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200313T160000
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SUMMARY:HPO Musical Moments
DESCRIPTION:Date: Friday\, March 13\, 1:30pm – 4:00pm \nLocation: FirstOntario Concert Hall\, Stage Door (10 MacNab Street South\, Hamilton) \nThe Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra is offering a specially designed program to make orchestral music more accessible for people living with dementia. \nThis program invites participants living with early-stage dementia to a 45-minute portion of an HPO rehearsal featuring Rimsky-Korsakov’s Scheherazade followed by a discussion about the composer and music at FirstOntario Concert Hall. Feel free to bring a family member or friend. \nMusical Moments is part of the HPO’s Wellbeing initiative. Light refreshments will be provided. This event is free of charge. Musical Moments will also occur on Friday\, February 14\, 1:30pm – 4:00pm. Please click here to see the event page for February 14th. \nTo reserve a spot please contact Courtney Prizrenac:\ncprizrenac@hpo.org | 905.526.1677 x203 \nClick here to see the event flyer.
URL:https://hamiltonagingtogether.ca/event/hpo-musical-moments-mar/
LOCATION:FirstOntario Concert Hall\, Stage Door\, 10 MacNab Street South\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8P 4Y7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Aging,Community,Creativity
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200215T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200215T160000
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SUMMARY:Intergenerational Board Game Series Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Date: Saturday\, January 18\, 2020 \nTime: 2:00pm – 4:00pm \nLocation: Grace Lutheran Church \nAn inclusive and accessible game group is being formed by students and local community members to foster mutually beneficial intergenerational socialization. Seniors\, including persons living with dementia\, and anyone over the age of 14 are encouraged to join us to play games in a safe\, non-judgmental atmosphere. We will be playing a variety of games which will include table-top games\, card games and any others that pique people’s interest. Most importantly we aim to have fun together! \nIn order to best serve the needs and interests of our community\, we will be showcasing a variety of games that will be available during our events. We are excited about this opportunity to receive your feedback and to answer your questions about this new group. \nPLEASE NOTE THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED FROM JANUARY 18th TO FEBRUARY 15th DUE TO WEATHER. \nFor more information about the organizers of this group and the benefits of board games\, please click here. Donations of board games gratefully received. \nFor more information\, please contact Loretta Jaunzarins\, 905-527-0877 or info.glchamilton@gmail.com.
URL:https://hamiltonagingtogether.ca/event/intergenerational-board-game-saturdays/
LOCATION:Grace Lutheran Church\, 1107 Main St W\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8S 1B8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community,Creativity,Intergenerational
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200214T133000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200214T160000
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SUMMARY:HPO Musical Moments
DESCRIPTION:Date: Friday\, February 14\, 1:30pm – 4:00pm \nLocation: FirstOntario Concert Hall\, Stage Door (10 MacNab Street South\, Hamilton) \nThe Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra is offering a specially designed program to make orchestral music more accessible for people living with dementia. \nThis program invites participants living with early-stage dementia to a 45-minute portion of an HPO rehearsal featuring Rimsky-Korsakov’s Scheherazade followed by a discussion about the composer and music at FirstOntario Concert Hall. Feel free to bring a family member or friend. \nMusical Moments is part of the HPO’s Wellbeing initiative. Light refreshments will be provided. This event is free of charge. Musical Moments will also occur on Friday\, March 13\, 1:30pm – 4:00pm. Please click here to see the event page for March 13th. \nTo reserve a spot please contact Courtney Prizrenac:\ncprizrenac@hpo.org | 905.526.1677 x203 \nClick here to see the event flyer.
URL:https://hamiltonagingtogether.ca/event/hpo-musical-moments-feb/
LOCATION:FirstOntario Concert Hall\, Stage Door\, 10 MacNab Street South\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8P 4Y7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Aging,Community,Creativity
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191128T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191128T210000
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SUMMARY:Thriving Beyond Mid-Life
DESCRIPTION:Fall 2019 Learning Series \nMichelle Gold is a baby boomer\, with a keen interest in positive aging. \nFive years ago Michelle had her own ah-ha moment about ‘what to do next’ and her presentation focuses on the key elements to thriving in our modern age. She has enjoyed a broad-based career in health and human services\, including having an influential role placing mental health on the public policy agenda. \nThe evening ends with a guided meditation by yoga instructor Dina Pereira of Breathing Space Yoga.
URL:https://hamiltonagingtogether.ca/event/thriving-beyond-mid-life/
LOCATION:Grace Lutheran Church\, 1107 Main St West\, Hamilton\, On\, L8S 1B8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Aging,Creativity,Mental Health
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191021T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191021T150000
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SUMMARY:Writing in Later Life: Travel Memories- Session 1
DESCRIPTION:Part of memoir writing is reflecting on travel experiences and how they have impacted our lives. We will discuss examples of writing reflective travel memories\, reasons for writing them\, and specific strategies.  Within each session\, participants will respond to writing prompts and be invited to read their work aloud. \nParticipants are encouraged to take part in both sessions. \nThe group will be facilitated by Ellen Ryan\, Gilbrea Senior Scholar and Professor Emeritus in McMaster University’s Department of Health\, Aging and Society. Ellen’s research examines how to foster resilient aging through the decades –from the young old to the oldest old. Throughout her career\, she has focused on ageism\, disability\, and life stories. She hosts the website: Writing\, Aging and Spirit. \n  \n*Sessions are free\, but require advanced registration by contacting our co-sponsor\, the Ancaster Library at  905-648-6911. \nDates: Mondays\, October 21 & 28\, 1:00-3:00pm \n  \nFree parking \nCo-Sponsors: McMaster Gilbrea Centre for Studies in Aging\, \nHamilton Aging in Community\, & Ancaster Library
URL:https://hamiltonagingtogether.ca/event/writing-travel-memories-1/
LOCATION:Ancaster Library\, 300 Wilson St E\, Ancaster\, Ontario\, L9G 2B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Aging,Creativity,Writing
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190702T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190823T113000
DTSTAMP:20260529T194847
CREATED:20190728T162731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190729T164733Z
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SUMMARY:Intergenerational Supie Program
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays and Thursday\, 9:30am – 11:30am – July 2 to August 23 \nCome out to enjoy a morning of playing games\, making crafts and maybe learning something new. Continue the fun in the afternoon and join the supie in the park at Sackville Hill. All participants under the age of 55 are to be accompanied by an adult over the age of 55. \nChildren must be accompanied by a 55+ patron. \nThis is an active program\, please wear running shoes. Special Guests \n  \nContact: Sackville Hill Seniors’ Centre at 905-546-2541
URL:https://hamiltonagingtogether.ca/event/intergenerational-supie-program/
LOCATION:Sackville Hill Seniors Centre\, 780 Upper Wentworth\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L9A4V5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community,Creativity,Intergenerational
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