Our Lunch and Learn about  Recognizing and Avoiding Scams was well attended. Two  officers from the local Crime Prevention department showed slides and videos. They explained how scammers operate and how to recognize fraud.  The audience joined in too with questions and anecdotes that indicated how frequently this crime happens.

We were advised to take the time to think before reacting especially when we sense we are being rushed, and to never divulge private information. Scammers are relentless and although many frauds are deliberately targetted at seniors, everyone is vulnerable.

Pickleball has arrived at Islington 2000.The game has become extremely popular elsewhere but very few residents at Islington 2000 had joined the bandwagon. That has changed now.

Beginners were keen to enrol in two classes to be held on May 4. Unfortunately, that was the week when it either rained or threatened rain, so the classes were re-scheduled for Saturday afternoon. A number of residents who hadn’t heard about the change of plans showed up at the court and an improptu lesson ensued. Again on Saturday enough novice players showed up to easily fill two courts. There may be some more classes planned for future dates, but it certainly appears that Islington 2000 pickleball players are already hooked on the game.

The (cr)afternoon team led by Rhonda Malcho, provided another special event yesterday. This time the theme was very springlike, with Easter egg decorating, various colouring activities and an Easter egg hunt. Children of all ages had a wonderful time and cannot wait for the next (cr)afternoon.

On Tuesday the lunch social included a very informative presentation by Pricilla, a volunteer from Osteoporosis Canada. She used a slideshow and gave us reliable practical advice about the reality of declining bone health over time and what we could do to maintain healthy bones for life. This event was organized by members of the Islington Vertical Village group. Let us know of other learning opportunities for future Lunch & Learn afternoons.