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This month at Tonari Gumi
May 2013 S M T W T F S 1 Gateball
10:00 - 14:3010:00 – 14:30Gateball is a game invented in Japan which is similar to croquet, and is a tactical sport that is played between teams of five people. Although it has an image of being a sport for seniors, nowadays there is an increase in popularity among elementary students, university students and even younger adults. Everyone is welcome to join, even if you are inexperienced and don’t have equipment.
Family Drop-in
10:30 - 12:3010:30 – 12:30This is a program where Japanese-speaking parents come with their children.
2 Piano Sing-a-long
10:00 - 11:3010:00 – 11:30Free for members and volunteers, $5 for non-member seniors and $6 for non-member non-seniors. Please join us as we sing familiar and nostalgic Japanese songs together.
Osteofit 1
12:00 - 13:0012:00 – 13:00Osteofit is an exercise and education program designed by the BC Women’s Hospital for men and women with osteoporosis and osteopenia.
Games for Seniors (Mahjong)
13:00 - 16:3013:00 – 16:30Of course Tonari Gumi offers the version of mahjong where no gambling is involved. In order to win, mahjong requires much brain work to come up with different combinations for your tiles and to effectively calculate leftover tiles. This is the perfect game for keeping an active brain. If you are a beginner, we will teach you the rules so please join us.
Osteofit 2
13:00 - 14:0013:00 – 14:00Osteofit is an exercise and education program designed by the BC Women’s Hospital for men and women with osteoporosis and osteopenia.
Calligraphy
14:15 - 15:4514:15 – 15:45Calligraphy class is full with waiting lists now. If you are interested in this class, please contact TG and put your name on the waiting list for class.
3 ESL(Intermediate)
10:00 - 11:3010:00 – 11:30ESL(Intermediate)
Vocabulary, idioms, grammar study using West Coast Reader, a monthly publication for ESL learners.ESL(Beginner)
10:00 - 11:3010:00 – 11:30ESL(Beginner)
Survival English for life in Canada: Participants learn everyday English and useful phrases to help them navigate daily life.Craft Club
10:00 - 15:0010:00 – 15:00This is a crafts club for seniors. It is a volunteer project, so you do not pay a monthly fee like the other programs but since participants are volunteers, we only accept people who can continue on an extended period. Please contact us if you enjoy crafts and knitting and will be able to help on a long-term basis.
Lunch Program (reservation required）
12:00 - 13:0012:00 – 13:00Every Monday and Friday, volunteers make delicious lunches, usually in Japanese style but sometimes with a Japanese-Western blend, which include main dishes, side dishes, rice, miso soup and dessert. Numbers are limited, so please call ahead if you would like a lunch.
4 5 6 Advanced Care Planning
10:00 - 11:3010:00 – 11:30Exercise & Massage
10:15 - 11:3010:15 – 11:30Beginning with a ‘Radio Workout’ warm up, we carry out full-body exercises focusing on the joints, stretching, coordination drills and massage. Since our participants are primarily seniors, we cater exercise to your condition and physical abilities.
Lunch Program (reservation required）
12:00 - 13:0012:00 – 13:00Every Monday and Friday, volunteers make delicious lunches, usually in Japanese style but sometimes with a Japanese-Western blend, which include main dishes, side dishes, rice, miso soup and dessert. Numbers are limited, so please call ahead if you would like a lunch.
Minyo Dance
13:00 - 14:0013:00 – 14:00We offer a folk dancing program taught by an instructor of the Otowa style and dance with uchiwa fans and hanagasa hats in hand. Kimonos and happi coats are worn and we perform at the Powell Street Festival and at nursing homes. Participants are mostly senior citizens so this is ideal for people who would like to have fun but not strenuous activity.
Karaoke
13:00 - 16:3013:00 – 16:30This is a friendly and fun karaoke program. You not only get to enjoy singing the songs you love, but you get a chance to listen to others and learn a few new songs to add to your repertoire.
7 JSL (Beginner)
10:00 - 11:3010:00 – 11:30Classes are offered at the beginner and intermediate levels and are led by experienced instructors who teach reading, writing, listening and speaking skills. Participants vary widely in nationality and age making for a very international setting. The beginner’s class is for first time students of Japanese who cannot yet read hiragana or katakana, or for students who are not yet able to have basic conversations.
Yoga (7 sessions)
10:30 - 11:3010:30 – 11:307 sessions (5/7, 5/14, 5/21, 6/4, 6/11, 6/18, 6/25)
If you are interested in joining us, please call Tonari Gumi to sign up.JSL (Intermediate)
11:30 - 13:0011:30 – 13:00Japanese class for intermediate
Osteofit 1
12:00 - 13:0012:00 – 13:00Osteofit is an exercise and education program designed by the BC Women’s Hospital for men and women with osteoporosis and osteopenia.
Osteofit 2
13:00 - 14:0013:00 – 14:00Osteofit is an exercise and education program designed by the BC Women’s Hospital for men and women with osteoporosis and osteopenia.
Poker Club
13:45 - 15:1513:45 – 15:15There is no betting of money, but this program is just as serious and fun as if we were playing with real money. Cards are not only fun to play, they are a good mental exercise and are useful for keeping the mind sharp. Participants are mainly seniors.
8 Gateball
10:00 - 14:3010:00 – 14:30Gateball is a game invented in Japan which is similar to croquet, and is a tactical sport that is played between teams of five people. Although it has an image of being a sport for seniors, nowadays there is an increase in popularity among elementary students, university students and even younger adults. Everyone is welcome to join, even if you are inexperienced and don’t have equipment.
Walking
10:00 - 13:0010:00 – 13:00Family Drop-in
10:30 - 12:3010:30 – 12:30This is a program where Japanese-speaking parents come with their children.
Family caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia
13:30 - 15:0013:30 – 15:00Life for caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia can be quite difficult. This is because these caregivers may find it hard to communicate with others about their emotional disturbances, and because the symptoms of the people they care for continue to worsen, despite their efforts.
There are local support groups in many communities. For caregivers, however, they can still experience difficulty when it is challenging for them to express their feelings and to comprehend information in English.
To overcome this language barrier, Tonari Gumi is organizing a Japanese support group for “family caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia”. The objective of this group is to provide family caregivers with a safe environment where they can exchange their feelings and experiences in the Japanese language.
Family members and caregivers of individuals with Alzhemier’s disease and dementia are all welcome to this meeting. If interested, please contact Tonari Gumi.9 Aerobics for seniors
10:00 - 11:0010:00 – 11:00Brain Training
10:00 - 11:1510:00 – 11:15This program is provided in Japanese.
Osteofit 1
12:00 - 13:0012:00 – 13:00Osteofit is an exercise and education program designed by the BC Women’s Hospital for men and women with osteoporosis and osteopenia.
Games for Seniors (Mahjong)
13:00 - 16:3013:00 – 16:30Of course Tonari Gumi offers the version of mahjong where no gambling is involved. In order to win, mahjong requires much brain work to come up with different combinations for your tiles and to effectively calculate leftover tiles. This is the perfect game for keeping an active brain. If you are a beginner, we will teach you the rules so please join us.
Osteofit 2
13:00 - 14:0013:00 – 14:00Osteofit is an exercise and education program designed by the BC Women’s Hospital for men and women with osteoporosis and osteopenia.
Calligraphy
14:15 - 15:4514:15 – 15:45Calligraphy class is full with waiting lists now. If you are interested in this class, please contact TG and put your name on the waiting list for class.
10 ESL(Intermediate)
10:00 - 11:3010:00 – 11:30ESL(Intermediate)
Vocabulary, idioms, grammar study using West Coast Reader, a monthly publication for ESL learners.ESL(Beginner)
10:00 - 11:3010:00 – 11:30ESL(Beginner)
Survival English for life in Canada: Participants learn everyday English and useful phrases to help them navigate daily life.Craft Club
10:00 - 15:0010:00 – 15:00This is a crafts club for seniors. It is a volunteer project, so you do not pay a monthly fee like the other programs but since participants are volunteers, we only accept people who can continue on an extended period. Please contact us if you enjoy crafts and knitting and will be able to help on a long-term basis.
Lunch Program (reservation required）
12:00 - 13:0012:00 – 13:00Every Monday and Friday, volunteers make delicious lunches, usually in Japanese style but sometimes with a Japanese-Western blend, which include main dishes, side dishes, rice, miso soup and dessert. Numbers are limited, so please call ahead if you would like a lunch.
11 12 13 Exercise & Massage
10:15 - 11:3010:15 – 11:30Beginning with a ‘Radio Workout’ warm up, we carry out full-body exercises focusing on the joints, stretching, coordination drills and massage. Since our participants are primarily seniors, we cater exercise to your condition and physical abilities.
Lunch Program (reservation required）
12:00 - 13:0012:00 – 13:00Every Monday and Friday, volunteers make delicious lunches, usually in Japanese style but sometimes with a Japanese-Western blend, which include main dishes, side dishes, rice, miso soup and dessert. Numbers are limited, so please call ahead if you would like a lunch.
Minyo Dance
13:00 - 14:0013:00 – 14:00We offer a folk dancing program taught by an instructor of the Otowa style and dance with uchiwa fans and hanagasa hats in hand. Kimonos and happi coats are worn and we perform at the Powell Street Festival and at nursing homes. Participants are mostly senior citizens so this is ideal for people who would like to have fun but not strenuous activity.
Karaoke
13:00 - 16:3013:00 – 16:30This is a friendly and fun karaoke program. You not only get to enjoy singing the songs you love, but you get a chance to listen to others and learn a few new songs to add to your repertoire.
14 JSL (Beginner)
10:00 - 11:3010:00 – 11:30Classes are offered at the beginner and intermediate levels and are led by experienced instructors who teach reading, writing, listening and speaking skills. Participants vary widely in nationality and age making for a very international setting. The beginner’s class is for first time students of Japanese who cannot yet read hiragana or katakana, or for students who are not yet able to have basic conversations.
Yoga (7 sessions)
10:30 - 11:3010:30 – 11:307 sessions (5/7, 5/14, 5/21, 6/4, 6/11, 6/18, 6/25)
If you are interested in joining us, please call Tonari Gumi to sign up.JSL (Intermediate)
11:30 - 13:0011:30 – 13:00Japanese class for intermediate
Osteofit 1
12:00 - 13:0012:00 – 13:00Osteofit is an exercise and education program designed by the BC Women’s Hospital for men and women with osteoporosis and osteopenia.
Osteofit 2
13:00 - 14:0013:00 – 14:00Osteofit is an exercise and education program designed by the BC Women’s Hospital for men and women with osteoporosis and osteopenia.
Poker Club
13:45 - 15:1513:45 – 15:15There is no betting of money, but this program is just as serious and fun as if we were playing with real money. Cards are not only fun to play, they are a good mental exercise and are useful for keeping the mind sharp. Participants are mainly seniors.
15 Gateball
10:00 - 14:3010:00 – 14:30Gateball is a game invented in Japan which is similar to croquet, and is a tactical sport that is played between teams of five people. Although it has an image of being a sport for seniors, nowadays there is an increase in popularity among elementary students, university students and even younger adults. Everyone is welcome to join, even if you are inexperienced and don’t have equipment.
Family Drop-in
10:30 - 12:3010:30 – 12:30This is a program where Japanese-speaking parents come with their children.
Bowling
13:00 - 15:3013:00 – 15:30Every month, on the afternoon of the third Wednesday, we play 5-pin bowling at Grandview Lanes near Broadway Station. Most of our participants are seniors. Although the ball is smaller and lighter compared to 10-pin bowling, it requires better control of the ball.
Kuishinbo-kai
13:30 - 15:3013:30 – 15:30Kuishibo-kai; enjoy eating what you produce with friends
16 Aerobics for seniors
10:00 - 11:0010:00 – 11:00Osteofit 1
12:00 - 13:0012:00 – 13:00Osteofit is an exercise and education program designed by the BC Women’s Hospital for men and women with osteoporosis and osteopenia.
Games for Seniors (Mahjong)
13:00 - 16:3013:00 – 16:30Of course Tonari Gumi offers the version of mahjong where no gambling is involved. In order to win, mahjong requires much brain work to come up with different combinations for your tiles and to effectively calculate leftover tiles. This is the perfect game for keeping an active brain. If you are a beginner, we will teach you the rules so please join us.
Osteofit 2
13:00 - 14:0013:00 – 14:00Osteofit is an exercise and education program designed by the BC Women’s Hospital for men and women with osteoporosis and osteopenia.
Calligraphy
14:15 - 15:4514:15 – 15:45Calligraphy class is full with waiting lists now. If you are interested in this class, please contact TG and put your name on the waiting list for class.
17 Craft Club
10:00 - 15:0010:00 – 15:00This is a crafts club for seniors. It is a volunteer project, so you do not pay a monthly fee like the other programs but since participants are volunteers, we only accept people who can continue on an extended period. Please contact us if you enjoy crafts and knitting and will be able to help on a long-term basis.
ESL(Intermediate)
10:00 - 11:3010:00 – 11:30ESL(Intermediate)
Vocabulary, idioms, grammar study using West Coast Reader, a monthly publication for ESL learners.ESL(Beginner)
10:00 - 11:3010:00 – 11:30ESL(Beginner)
Survival English for life in Canada: Participants learn everyday English and useful phrases to help them navigate daily life.New building briefings
12:00 - 13:0012:00 – 13:00New building briefing session.
Lunch Program (reservation required）
12:00 - 13:0012:00 – 13:00Every Monday and Friday, volunteers make delicious lunches, usually in Japanese style but sometimes with a Japanese-Western blend, which include main dishes, side dishes, rice, miso soup and dessert. Numbers are limited, so please call ahead if you would like a lunch.
18 19 20 CLOSED
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21 JSL (Beginner)
10:00 - 11:3010:00 – 11:30Classes are offered at the beginner and intermediate levels and are led by experienced instructors who teach reading, writing, listening and speaking skills. Participants vary widely in nationality and age making for a very international setting. The beginner’s class is for first time students of Japanese who cannot yet read hiragana or katakana, or for students who are not yet able to have basic conversations.
Yoga (7 sessions)
10:30 - 11:3010:30 – 11:307 sessions (5/7, 5/14, 5/21, 6/4, 6/11, 6/18, 6/25)
If you are interested in joining us, please call Tonari Gumi to sign up.JSL (Intermediate)
11:30 - 13:0011:30 – 13:00Japanese class for intermediate
Osteofit 1
12:00 - 13:0012:00 – 13:00Osteofit is an exercise and education program designed by the BC Women’s Hospital for men and women with osteoporosis and osteopenia.
Osteofit 2
13:00 - 14:0013:00 – 14:00Osteofit is an exercise and education program designed by the BC Women’s Hospital for men and women with osteoporosis and osteopenia.
Poker Club
13:45 - 15:1513:45 – 15:15There is no betting of money, but this program is just as serious and fun as if we were playing with real money. Cards are not only fun to play, they are a good mental exercise and are useful for keeping the mind sharp. Participants are mainly seniors.
22 Gateball
10:00 - 14:3010:00 – 14:30Gateball is a game invented in Japan which is similar to croquet, and is a tactical sport that is played between teams of five people. Although it has an image of being a sport for seniors, nowadays there is an increase in popularity among elementary students, university students and even younger adults. Everyone is welcome to join, even if you are inexperienced and don’t have equipment.
Senior Outreach
10:00 - 15:0010:00 – 15:00If you are interested, please register in advance as seats are limited.
Family Drop-in
10:30 - 12:3010:30 – 12:30This is a program where Japanese-speaking parents come with their children.
23 Aerobics for seniors
10:00 - 11:0010:00 – 11:00Brain Training
10:00 - 11:1510:00 – 11:15This program is provided in Japanese.
Osteofit 1
12:00 - 13:0012:00 – 13:00Osteofit is an exercise and education program designed by the BC Women’s Hospital for men and women with osteoporosis and osteopenia.
Games for Seniors (Mahjong)
13:00 - 16:3013:00 – 16:30Of course Tonari Gumi offers the version of mahjong where no gambling is involved. In order to win, mahjong requires much brain work to come up with different combinations for your tiles and to effectively calculate leftover tiles. This is the perfect game for keeping an active brain. If you are a beginner, we will teach you the rules so please join us.
Osteofit 2
13:00 - 14:0013:00 – 14:00Osteofit is an exercise and education program designed by the BC Women’s Hospital for men and women with osteoporosis and osteopenia.
Calligraphy
14:15 - 15:4514:15 – 15:45Calligraphy class is full with waiting lists now. If you are interested in this class, please contact TG and put your name on the waiting list for class.
24 ESL(Intermediate)
10:00 - 11:3010:00 – 11:30ESL(Intermediate)
Vocabulary, idioms, grammar study using West Coast Reader, a monthly publication for ESL learners.ESL(Beginner)
10:00 - 11:3010:00 – 11:30ESL(Beginner)
Survival English for life in Canada: Participants learn everyday English and useful phrases to help them navigate daily life.Craft Club
10:00 - 15:0010:00 – 15:00This is a crafts club for seniors. It is a volunteer project, so you do not pay a monthly fee like the other programs but since participants are volunteers, we only accept people who can continue on an extended period. Please contact us if you enjoy crafts and knitting and will be able to help on a long-term basis.
Lunch Program (reservation required）
12:00 - 13:0012:00 – 13:00Every Monday and Friday, volunteers make delicious lunches, usually in Japanese style but sometimes with a Japanese-Western blend, which include main dishes, side dishes, rice, miso soup and dessert. Numbers are limited, so please call ahead if you would like a lunch.
25 Jazz Night
19:00 - 22:0019:00 – 22:00Jazz Night will be featuring jazz, blues and Latin music. Coffee, tea and snack will be provided. Come and enjoy a relaxed evening of great music. See you there!
The funds raised will go to the renovation and outfitting of Tonari Gumi’s new seniors’ drop-in and community outreach centre.
Ticket：$15.00 (available at Tonari Gumi)26 27 Exercise & Massage
10:15 - 11:3010:15 – 11:30Beginning with a ‘Radio Workout’ warm up, we carry out full-body exercises focusing on the joints, stretching, coordination drills and massage. Since our participants are primarily seniors, we cater exercise to your condition and physical abilities.
Lunch Program (reservation required）
12:00 - 13:0012:00 – 13:00Every Monday and Friday, volunteers make delicious lunches, usually in Japanese style but sometimes with a Japanese-Western blend, which include main dishes, side dishes, rice, miso soup and dessert. Numbers are limited, so please call ahead if you would like a lunch.
Minyo Dance
13:00 - 14:0013:00 – 14:00We offer a folk dancing program taught by an instructor of the Otowa style and dance with uchiwa fans and hanagasa hats in hand. Kimonos and happi coats are worn and we perform at the Powell Street Festival and at nursing homes. Participants are mostly senior citizens so this is ideal for people who would like to have fun but not strenuous activity.
Karaoke
13:00 - 16:3013:00 – 16:30This is a friendly and fun karaoke program. You not only get to enjoy singing the songs you love, but you get a chance to listen to others and learn a few new songs to add to your repertoire.
28 Senior Life Seminar
10:00 - 11:0010:00 – 11:00BC Seniors Guide
JSL (Beginner)
10:00 - 11:3010:00 – 11:30Classes are offered at the beginner and intermediate levels and are led by experienced instructors who teach reading, writing, listening and speaking skills. Participants vary widely in nationality and age making for a very international setting. The beginner’s class is for first time students of Japanese who cannot yet read hiragana or katakana, or for students who are not yet able to have basic conversations.
JSL (Intermediate)
11:30 - 13:0011:30 – 13:00Japanese class for intermediate
Osteofit 1
12:00 - 13:0012:00 – 13:00Osteofit is an exercise and education program designed by the BC Women’s Hospital for men and women with osteoporosis and osteopenia.
Osteofit 2
13:00 - 14:0013:00 – 14:00Osteofit is an exercise and education program designed by the BC Women’s Hospital for men and women with osteoporosis and osteopenia.
Poker Club
13:45 - 15:1513:45 – 15:15There is no betting of money, but this program is just as serious and fun as if we were playing with real money. Cards are not only fun to play, they are a good mental exercise and are useful for keeping the mind sharp. Participants are mainly seniors.
29 Gateball
10:00 - 14:3010:00 – 14:30Gateball is a game invented in Japan which is similar to croquet, and is a tactical sport that is played between teams of five people. Although it has an image of being a sport for seniors, nowadays there is an increase in popularity among elementary students, university students and even younger adults. Everyone is welcome to join, even if you are inexperienced and don’t have equipment.
Family Drop-in
10:30 - 12:3010:30 – 12:30This is a program where Japanese-speaking parents come with their children.
Birthday Party (Apr. - Jun.)
14:00 - 15:3014:00 – 15:30The party is for our members and volunteers whose birthday is between April to June.
30 Aerobics for seniors
10:00 - 11:0010:00 – 11:00Osteofit 1
12:00 - 13:0012:00 – 13:00Osteofit is an exercise and education program designed by the BC Women’s Hospital for men and women with osteoporosis and osteopenia.
Games for Seniors (Mahjong)
13:00 - 16:3013:00 – 16:30Of course Tonari Gumi offers the version of mahjong where no gambling is involved. In order to win, mahjong requires much brain work to come up with different combinations for your tiles and to effectively calculate leftover tiles. This is the perfect game for keeping an active brain. If you are a beginner, we will teach you the rules so please join us.
Osteofit 2
13:00 - 14:0013:00 – 14:00Osteofit is an exercise and education program designed by the BC Women’s Hospital for men and women with osteoporosis and osteopenia.
Calligraphy
14:15 - 15:4514:15 – 15:45Calligraphy class is full with waiting lists now. If you are interested in this class, please contact TG and put your name on the waiting list for class.
31 ESL(Intermediate)
10:00 - 11:3010:00 – 11:30ESL(Intermediate)
Vocabulary, idioms, grammar study using West Coast Reader, a monthly publication for ESL learners.ESL(Beginner)
10:00 - 11:3010:00 – 11:30ESL(Beginner)
Survival English for life in Canada: Participants learn everyday English and useful phrases to help them navigate daily life.Craft Club
10:00 - 15:0010:00 – 15:00This is a crafts club for seniors. It is a volunteer project, so you do not pay a monthly fee like the other programs but since participants are volunteers, we only accept people who can continue on an extended period. Please contact us if you enjoy crafts and knitting and will be able to help on a long-term basis.
Lunch Program (reservation required）
12:00 - 13:0012:00 – 13:00Every Monday and Friday, volunteers make delicious lunches, usually in Japanese style but sometimes with a Japanese-Western blend, which include main dishes, side dishes, rice, miso soup and dessert. Numbers are limited, so please call ahead if you would like a lunch.
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TG cookbook is introduced in Ibuki Magazine!
IBUKI magazine based in Seattle is featuring our cook book (See page 17!) and its recipes! Thanks Ibuki Magagnie! Open publication TweetShare
Tonari Gumi at the Mount Pleasant Fall Fair
On Saturday, September 24th the Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House held its annual Fall Fair and Tonari Gumi was there. Two of our dedicated volunteers, Kimiko Higashi and Sartre Jean-Gilles, staffed the Tonari Gumi table, selling our best-selling Tonari Gumi cookbook, … Continue reading
New Services and Upcoming Workshops
We have been trying our best to meet the needs of people in our community. We are very excited to announce that we have expanded our meals on wheels service to Richmond, thanks to cooperation with Izumiya Japanese Marketplace. We … Continue reading
Tonari Gumi’s Programs Have Started Again
After a short summer break in August, Tonari Gumi’s programs have started again in September. Please check our calendar for the start dates of your particular program. Also, preparations are in full swing for our popular Tonari Gumi Bazaar on … Continue reading
TG’s Sake Tasting Night Video!
We thought it would be good to share the story behind TG’s popular sake tasting night with you and created this video! The video is bilingual (how TG it is!) so everyone can appreciate it. Please take a look for … Continue reading
