Programs & Events for Seniors

In addition to the events and programs for all community members, like T'ia Chi and Yoga, Bonnie Doon has some activities that are organized by and for seniors in our community. If you're a Bonnie Doon senior or you know someone that is be sure to check out the upcoming events and activities below.

Films & Lunch

Watch free National Film Board documentaries at 10:30 a.m. at Bonnie Doon Hall, followed by a light lunch at 11:45 a.m. for $2 per person.

All seniors are welcome. Bonnie Doon Hall, located at 9240-93 Street, is wheel-chair accessible. Please phone 780-469-1179 for more information. 

Upcoming Events: 
  • Thursday, April 19 we feature Dashan - Ambassador to China's Funny Bone (1996, 50 minutes).   Dashan is the stage name of Canadian comedian Mark Henry Roswell who was born in 1965 in Ottawa. He is a well-known celebrity in China. This look at his early career in China was filmed in 1996. It is matched with the short animation The Dingles (1988, 8 minutes), created by director Les Drew. Everyone will enjoy grandmotherly Doris Dingle as she gets through another busy day. 

  • Thursday, May 17 we feature King of the Hill (1974, 57 minutes). This  documentary follows one of the greatest Canadian baseball players of all time, Ferguson Jenkins, through the 1972-1973 season. It provides a close and personal look at ball culture, in the dugout and in the locker room, as players deal with the rewards and pressures of sports stardom. 
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Annual History Tea

Bonnie Doon's Annual History Tea took place March 18, 2018.  Please see our article here, which includes photos from this well-attended event. 

Railway Historian Colin Hatcher gave a presentation on Bonnie Doon's Historic Streetcar, which began operation in 1912.  Colin's has kindly shared the manuscript from his presentation with us and you can read it here.  

A map of how Bonnie Doon looked in the 1950's was shared with attendees of the History Tea.  You can read more about the map here.  

For more information contact Dolores at history@bonniedoon.ca

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