Adult Leisure

Short Mat Bowling is an indoor sport in which players attempt to score points by rolling a biased ball (bowl) along a flat surface, trying to land it closer to the jack than their opponent. Participants are encouraged to bring their own bowls, although extra sets are available for use.

• Short Mat Bowling has concluded for the season. This drop-in program will resume the week of October 6

The object of shuffleboard (indoor, floor) is to propel discs using a cue onto a target shaped like a pyramid at the opposite end of the court - to score, to prevent opponent from scoring, or both.

Tuesdays

• Doors open at 9 a.m., play begins at 9:30 a.m.
• Approximately two hours of play

The Tabletop Games drop-in is an open program for folks who like to sit down with friends and enjoy a couple of rounds of cards. During this drop-in, participants will have access to a variety of games including Scrabble, Mexican Train, Cribbage, and other card games. All skill levels are welcome - we're happy to help teach you our favourite games! 

• Thursdays
  • Concluding July 31
  • Doors open at 9 a.m., play begins at 9:30 a.m.
  • Approximately 2 hours of play

Test your precision and aim in friendly competition with fellow Darts enthusiasts. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a novice, we encourage all skill levels to join. Enjoy camaraderie, improve your game, and aim for the bullseye in a fun and welcoming atmosphere. A Typical drop-in will involve playing a couple rounds of the traditional "501" dart game, followed by a round of "Cricket". Participants are encouraged to bring their own set of darts, although many spare sets are available to borrow.

• Thursdays
  • Beginning August 7
  • Doors open at 12:30 p.m., play begins at 1 p.m.
  • Approximately 2 hours of play

Zumba Gold

Zumba Gold is led by fitness instructor Jasmine Murray, and the class is hosted by Community Care Peterborough. It is a lower intensity version of the traditional Zumba class. Jasmine leads a fun, energy filled fitness class choreographed to upbeat, popular music geared to the older adult demographic. The goal of this class is to get moving and have fun! The class is free to participate in, and is a drop-in (no registration required).

Zumba Gold runs Wednesdays from 9:00 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. in the Lower Games Room at McDonnel Street Community Centre

Warm up and Weights

Warm Up and Weights is an all-around fitness class for older adults. It is led by fitness instructor Krista Skutovich and is brought to us by Community Care Peterborough. Through bodyweight and dumbbell exercises this class will help you improve your muscle strength, endurance, stability, and mobility. As an experienced older adult fitness instructor Krista will be able to offer options for individuals depending on their current level of fitness. Some exercises will be done seated in a chair, but most will be done standing behind or beside your chair. Come prepared for a little bit of everything; cardio, weights/strength, core, and balance exercises! This class is a drop-in and free to attend.

Warm up an Weights runs Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. in the Lower Games Room at McDonnel Street Community Centre.

Paint along, step-by-step in these acrylic paint workshops. The two-hour class will have participants create a painting on canvas, inspired by an original piece with the guidance of local art instructor Thom Whitby. Learn about colour-mixing, choosing the right brush for the desired effect, creating depth in art, and more. Paint and brushes will be provided for use, and a canvas is included as part of the registration fee. Limited spots are available for each workshop, so don’t wait to register! 

Painting Workshop - Stories in Silhouette

Cost: $37.50

August 11: 5 - 7:30 p.m.

• Course Code: 74722, register online for August 11

August 18: 2:30 - 5 p.m.

• Course Code: 74725,  register online for August 18

We hope you'll take a shot on the Adult Mixed Dart League! Participants will toss their way through 8 weeks of league play enjoying variations of your favourite dart games like Baseball and Hi Out. Each week, expect to play against a new opponent as you rack up cumulative points.

This league is for all abilities, including beginners. Bringing your own set of darts is recommended, although several sets are available to borrow.

• Dart League is scheduled to resume Fall 2025. Check back soon for more information

Join Instructor Thom Whitby as he leads you through this 3-part painting workshop, learning skills required for painting on a black or dark canvas. Participants will need to attend each date, building on skills from the week prior. Each participant will receive their own brushes and palette to use and canvas to paint and bring home. Aprons and easels are not provided, but participants are encouraged to bring their own. Doors open 30 minutes prior to start time, with workshop instruction beginning 30 minutes later.

Painting Workshop - Black Canvas

Cost: $48.75

Dates: Thursdays, August 14, 21 and 28

Time: 3 - 5 p.m.

Course ID: 77420 | Register here

Join our free virtual workshop series to learn practical, everyday skills in a supportive and engaging environment. Attend in person at the McDonnel Street Community Centre, or participate from home - when you register, we'll send you the link to view the presentation on Zoom. These educational sessions are designed to help you apply new knowledge to daily life, making everyday tasks easier and more rewarding.

• Tuesday, August 19: Exploring Social Prescribing - A Community-Centered Approach to Health and Wellbeing
• Cost: Free
• 10 - 11:30 a.m. - Upper Banquet Hall at McDonnel Street Community Centre
• Course ID: 77193 Register here
• Social Prescribing is a holistic, person-centered approach that connects individuals to non-medical supports and community-based resources to improve their overall health and well-being. This session will explore the growing body of evidence on the effectiveness of social prescribing, its benefits in addressing social determinants of health, and the important role it plays in integrated care models across sectors. Learn about the Links2Wellbeing initiative, a collaborative program from the Older Adult Centres’ Association of Ontario (OACAO), and the Alliance or Healthier Communities supporting older adults. We'll discuss how the program works, current practices, key successes, common challenges, and practical implementation strategies.
• Presented by: Sarah Feeney-Martin - Links2Wellbeing Project Support & Quality Assurance Coordinator; Dena Silverberg - Links2Wellbeing Project Coordinator; and Jennifer Wiebe - Links2Wellbeing Project and Sustainability Manager.

Qigong involves the cultivation of energy and awareness through movement, posture, and breathing.  The overarching goal of our Qigong practice is to enhance long-term quality of life. Qi refers to the bio-magnetic energy found within all living things. It circulates in natural patterns through channels called meridians and vessels. Qigong leads energy through these channels helping to open up points blocked by physical, mental, or emotional stress. We move to generate heat, stand to activate qi, and sit to quiet the mind. In so doing, our Qigong practice helps us to counter the negative effects of sedentary living and stress.

• Cost: $40.75
• Tuesdays, August 12 to September 9
• 1 - 2 p.m.
• Lower Games Room at McDonnel Street Community Centre
• Course ID: 75312, Register here

Line dancing is fun for all ages and has fantastic music, gives you choreographed aerobic exercise, improves your confidence, and teaches you basic footwork that you can use in any dance situation. You will meet new friends and have a blast learning dance steps for a variety of new and old songs. Line dancing also improves cardiovascular health; brain memory and makes you feel good. If you've never tried line dancing, now is the time! Grab your dancing shoes (or running shoes or cowboy boots) and join in on the fun!

• Cost: $62.30
• Tuesdays, September 16 to November 4 (excluding September 23)
• 6:30 - 8 p.m.
• Banquet Hall at Healthy Planet Arena
• Course ID: 76260, Registration opens August 13