EXPLORE PROGRAMS
Virtual Programs
Music Appreciation Lecture Series
Wednesday from 2:00—3:30 starting March 3rd
Gwen Secter Creative Living Centre is partnering with Manitoba Conservatory of Music and Arts to bring to you a ten part lecture series of music appreciation. The series is lead by instructors of the conservatory and talk about a variety of topics from Broadway to Irish music and everything in between. The series is broadcaster live on Wednesday from 2-3:30 starting March 3rd.
Art at Home
Art at home is a series of art classes broadcasted over zoom. Our instructors are working artist that teach at the forum art institute. Each set of 4 classes are designed to work with the same medium to learn the basics of lines, shading and scale. Supplies are delivered to your door and a zoom link is emailed so you can participate in the fun. Registrar today as classes are filling up.
Wednesday and Fridays in Feb is pencil drawing with James Culleton
Tuesdays Water Colour painting with Jinyoung Park in March
Wednesday Pastel like Cezanne with Ruth Kamenev also in March
In Perfect Jewish Harmony
Starting Feb. 22nd | Monday & Friday | Online
A 5 two-part Online Concert Series produced by Karla Berbrayer.
Pen Pal
Gwen Secter Creative Living centre is partnering with The Gray Academy to start a classic pen pal program between students and seniors. Letters or cards are being written by students then mailed to our seniors. The letters to the seniors come with a self addressed stamped envelope so that the seniors can respond to the letter with ease. Our goal is that people make a connection from different generations and share a bit about their lives. Its always nice to receive a letter in the mail.
The Gwen Edit
Starting Feb. 26th at 11 am | Over Zoom
The Gwen Edit is a 4 part series over zoom to help you declutter and organize your home with the help of an expert. Sara Verwyeren is a professional organizer and owner of Three Pines Organizing , and she is leading this lecture series on how organize your home. There are tips on how to organize each room in your house, where to recycle items and where to donate unwanted goods. This lecture is free to sign up.
Fitness Programs
Drums Alive!
Tuesdays: 5:30 – 6:45 PM
Exciting fitness experience that incorporates the pulsating rhythm of drums with the dynamic movement of dance. It allows for expression and creativity, provides an impressive degree of fitness and, most importantly, it is fun!
Active Adaptive Fitness
Tuesdays at 10:45 AM
A group exercise program specifically designed to improve muscle strength, balance, and general mobility, includeing walking. It includes elements of strength training, heart fitness, felxibility, balance and coordination.
Zumba
Thursdays: 9:30 AM
A fun and easy fusion of Latin dance exercises and workout that will tone your musckes and body. It’s an aerobic fitness with a combination of fast and slow moves that will leave you feeling energized. You can also workout seated.
Social Programs
Just Crafting Around
Tuesdays: 12:30 PM
Whether you are a serious crafter or just looking for a place to finish your quiliting project thi is the group for you. It’s a casual drop-in bring your own craft program where you can stitch the afternoon away.
Bridge
Tuesdays: 1:00 PM
Play bridge with our experienced bridge playes. Bridge is a game that helps with concentration, problem solving, and develops team work and communication skills but, most importantly, it is fun to get together and play.
Mah Jong
Mondays: 12:30 PM
Mah Jong is a tile based game originally from China. It is played with four players around the table. It is an excellent social game that helps improve memory skills and sharpen the mind. It helps people ti make faster decisions and better observations.
Special Programs
Line Dancing
Fridays: 11:30 AM
If you can walk, then you can dance. Set to country music with easy to follow dance moves that will have you moving. This is a fun exercise program that will leave you energized and singing.
Relaxing Tai Chi
Thursday: 1:00 PM
Learn and practice slow and controlled gentle movements while relaxing your mind and body. With an emphasis on general health and fitness, Tai Chi & Yoga will help you improve your blood circulation, flexibility, and endurance.
Floor Curling
Mondays: 1:00 AM
Floor curling is a safe way to continue curling without being on the ice. This game has been designed to encourage people to stay active by increasing their flexibility, range of motion, and blood circulation. Bring a friend and have fun!
Wednesday Programs
Adult Day Club
Wednesdays: 9:30 – 2:30 PM
Come enjoy bingo, current events, entertainment and wellness speakers. Experience friends and fellowship with new activities such as: Rehabilitation fitness class and art therapy group led by experts. Transportation and a delicious lunch is included.
PROGRAM GUIDE
Explore our seasonal program guide to stay in touch with everything that's going on at Gwen Secter Creative Living Centre.
ADDITIONAL PROGRAMS & SERVICES
GWEN SECTER : AN ONLINE CONCERT SERIES FROM THE BERNEY THEATRE PRODUCED BY KARLA BERBRAYER
This fall Gwen Secter will be hosting a ten week virtual concert series every Monday at 9 AM. We invite you to join us on our website and enjoy the live performances of artists from all around the city.
ROOM RENTAL
Book our spacious main room or board rooms to host a wide variety events such as birthdays, anniversaries, shiva meals, special group events, unveiling, reception and more. All food must be ordered from our wonderful Food Services Department, as our facility is strictly kosher. No outside can be brought in. Request for quotes by either emailing or calling us today.