November’s Lunch & Learn had a timely topic – Easing the Transitions of Life. Our speaker was Christine Janev, M.A., RP, RSW, who works primarily with older people dealing with the life challenges that are involved in aging. She reminded us of the ways life can change suddenly or gradually as we age, and advised us to anticipate the inevitable challenges before they happen, make a realistic and manageable plan and work through setting up supports as much as possible before a crisis arises.

When movie night falls on Halloween it is an opportunity to go a little out of routine. Movie goers enjoyed some popcorn and Halloween treats along with the movie for an extra special evening. Trick or Treat!!

Movie night is on the last Tuesday of each month. See you again in November.

This month’s Lunch & Learn was presented by Emilio de Santis, Assistant Branch Head of Richview Public Library. He amazed residents by running through a long long list of services available there. Did you know that there is a 3D printer, or that you can gain free admission to local attractions through the library website? You can take an online course, or learn a foreign language, download movies for free or read magazines from around the world.  Would you be interested to read consumer reports, or learn about your car? There is so much more than can be listed here. Libraries have certainly kept pace with the changing world.

After the presentation some residents stayed to get library cards and others gathered in the Bistro for coffee and treats.

Yesterday families joined in an afternoon of Halloween crafts in the Recreation Centre activity room. The themed crafternoons have become increasingly popular with grandparents, parents and their little ones. We are grateful to all the volunteers who plan, prepare, organize and clean-up afterwards.