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十二月中心休假及乒乓球取消時段

 Please note the following December closures and cancellations 以下是十二月中心休假及乒乓球取消時段 All centres closed on Dec24 (early closure, 12 pm), 25 and 26 全部中心十二月二十四(中午十二時之後),二十五及二十六日休假 Cancellations 乒乓球活動取消: Bayview Hill Dec 23,24,27,30,31 Langstaff Dec 31 Oak Ridges Dec 23,27,30 Rouge Woods Dec 23,24,30,31 Merry Christmas 祝大家聖誕快樂 Charles Lee

Table Tennis is Good For The Brain

  Table tennis is widely regarded as one of the fastest and most dynamic sports in the world. Its fast-paced nature requires quick reflexes, precise hand-eye coordination, and strategic thinking, making it a mentally and physically engaging activity. Additionally, due to its relatively low-impact movements compared to high-intensity sports, table tennis is accessible to players of all ages and fitness levels. This characteristic makes it particularly appealing as a lifelong activity, allowing individuals to continue playing well into their later years. Moreover, studies have shown that regular participation in table tennis can have significant benefits for cognitive health. The rapid decision-making and constant mental stimulation involved in the game help improve focus, memory, and problem-solving skills, which can contribute to keeping the brain strong and sharp. For older adults, table tennis serves as an enjoyable way to maintain physical agility while promoting mental acuity, ...

Christmas Potluck 聖誕聚餐 2024

We are truly grateful for the professional-quality photos that beautifully captured the spirit of our  Christmas Potluck 2024 McConaghy Community Centre  A heartfelt thank you to all the friends who participated in this festive event and contributed to its success. Your presence and enthusiasm made this gathering of our ping pong group truly special. We extend our special thanks to Charles and Priscilla as well as the numerous volunteers for  organizing and setting up the event, and Li Jian for his incredible effort in taking such stunning photos and videos of this occasion. His dedication and talent ensured that the moments we shared are preserved in vivid detail.    These images will serve as cherished memories of the wonderful time we shared together. We deeply appreciate the efforts of everyone involved in making this event so memorable and joyous. From the delicious food to the lively conversations and friendly matches, every element came together perf...

Christmas Potluck 聖誕聚餐

 A friendly reminder :  The Christmas Potluck will be held on Tuesday Dec 10 at McConaghy as scheduled. Please come by around 11:30 am. Please give us your food upon arrival so that it can be kept in the fridge or oven temporarily if necessary. We recommend that you bring a mask to be worn while you are getting food at the food table. Looking forward to seeing you there. 我們的聖誕聚餐將會如期于十二月十日在 McConaghy 長者中心舉行,請在十一時半左右到埸,並將你的美食交給我们, 以便需要的話可暫時放進雪櫃或暖爐, 同時請大家帶口罩到場, 因為我们希你到食物桌取食物時能帶上口罩 ,期待與大家歡聚。 Charles and Priscilla

晚年之路怎么走

      过七奔八之路是人生的一个重要节点。无论从哪个角度来说人过七旬也算是真正的老人了。至此,绚丽的夕阳已接近地平线,多彩的人生亦近尾声。据官方的公开数据,在所有自然人中只有44%的人能跨过70岁的门坎,从而转身走在奔八的路上。     七十到八十这是人生艰难的十年,是晚年生活的多事之秋。这个期间要经受衰老的加速,因为各部器官都在不可逆转地退化和损耗,就象一台即将报废的机器还在缓慢地运转。     这个期间是多种疾病的爆发期,由于人体免疫力的降低和变异,再难有效抵御病菌病毒的侵袭,小病经常有,大病随时来已是常态现状。     这期间由于头脑反应减慢,四肢不再灵活,头晕、噎呛、碰撞、摔跤等各种意外也会随时发生,而每一次意外都会带来难以承受的后果。     这期间还要经受失去亲朋、战友、同事、同学等同龄熟人的痛苦和悲伤,社交圈子越来越小,可倾诉的挚友越来越少,孤独寂寞感不断增加。     更危险的是这期间还会有一些人失聪失忆甚至失去生活自理能力,不但自己要忍受长期臥床的煎熬,也给子女增加了沉重负担。     这期间还会随时发生许多难以预料的事情,一件不经意的失误也能彻底改变你的人生。     谁的晚年都是一场血风腥雨,这绝对不是危言耸听,一曲《老来难》的传统戏曲已道尽了老年人的辛酸凄凉。     有人说若能越过古稀踏在奔八的起跑线上你就是一个非常幸运的人,因为有一多半的同龄人已经掉队失去了奔八的资格。     如果你达到了75岁,那么恭喜你,你已经是人生赢家了,因为这艰难的十年人生路你已行程过半,你的实际寿命已达到了全国平均预期生存年限的平均值。在这个里程碑式的加油站里,你只要抬脚翘首就可以隐约看到人生终点的那块标志牌了。     假如你一路坚持终于完成奔八的任务,那你就是一个人生十分完美的胜利者,因为你已经圆满到达攀登人生顶峰的大本营,可以躺平回味你的风雨人生路了。     接下来你可以对90岁、100岁那些缈茫的目标不屑一顾,随时随地可以决定前行或放弃,一切的一切都顺其自然、听天由命啦!     在...

在適當時段輪流令大家都有機會打球

  各位球友, 以下是烈治文山市長者中心的 Kim Sato 给我们的電郵,內容如下: 中心收到 Rouge Woods 及 Oak Ridges 關於有球友不願分用球桌的投訴,請大家必須明白 55+ drop in program 的運作是先到先得,假如與你約定一起打球的朋友未到,我們鼓勵大家與已經進入球場的球友打球,結識多一些新朋友。 再者,大家不能預先放球拍或任何物件在球桌上預訂球桌;並且要在適當時段輪流令大家都有機會打球。請大家務必顧及他人並公平分享球桌。55+program之剛領守則 都在大部分每月通訊之中。各位可向各中心查閱。 多謝合作。 Charles and Priscilla

今天工會在Bayview Hill 設立糾察線

  Please read the attached email from Jennifer about the current strike situation. 請注意,現在烈治文山市 CUPE 905 工會正在罷工,各社區中心的項工仍然運作,但今天工會在Bayview Hill 設立糾察線,請大家明白活動可能有延遲,請捉早到場,如有疑問,請參閱以下綱頁 Charles RichmondHill.ca/about Disruption Labour Disruption The City of Richmond Hill is experiencing a labour disruption due to strike action by CUPE Local 905. Find out what City services are impacted.
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