Seniors' Week
Seniors' Week 2009 (15 - 21 August)
Message from the Mayor and Chairperson of the Youth and Seniors Committee
Seniors' Week provides a chance for you all to celebrate together as we, the community, officially recognise Ipswich's seniors.
Ipswich is proud to be home to a large and wonderful seniors' community who are part of the foundation of our city.
You play not only important roles within your own families, but also within a large number of local community groups and we thank you for your contribution.
The theme of Seniors' Week 2009 is "Positively Ageless". This is a great theme designed to promote positive attitudes towards older people and ageing and encourage them to lead active lifestyles.
We hope everyone will embrace the interesting array of activities on offer, which will commence with the Seniors' Week Launch at the special Roaring Twenties themed day.
A full program has been organised so enjoy!
Seniors' Week Launch - ‘Fun Times and Flappers' - The Roaring 20s
Come and experience a FREE fun-packed day with live entertainment including jazz band ‘Otis', our very own ‘Backyard Boys' vocal trio, fashion show, demonstrations, activities and a BBQ lunch.
Mayor's official launch at 11.00 am.
Date and time: Thursday 13 August 2009, 10.00 am - 1.00 pm
Place: Ipswich Mall, Ipswich City
Cost: Free event
RSVP: Required by 07 August 2009
Contact: Debbie Carnell
Organisation: Ipswich City Council
Telephone: (07) 3810 6655 or
Email: dcarnell@ipswich.qld.gov.au
Download a flyer:  Seniors Wk Flyer (PDF, 530 kb)
Showcase of SeniorNet
SeniorNet has programmed 'Showcase of SeniorNet' to link into the Council's launch of Seniors' Week. SeniorNet will host an information stall at the Launch. Interested people are encouraged to visit the SeniorNet Workshop upstairs above the Bendigo Bank, to gain an overview of the types of tuition and help available to over 50's.
Date and time: Thursday 13 August 2009, 9.00 am - 1.00 pm
Place: Ipswich Mall, Ipswich City
Cost: Free event
Contact: Vi Jorgensen
Organisation: SeniorNet Association Incorporated
Telephone: (07) 3294 6594
Email: vijor@gil.com.au
Sport and Recreation Workshop
Physical Activity for Older People Ipswich.
This workshop is part of a series of Queensland Government initiatives to discuss current issues facing the sport and recreation industry. This workshop is a great learning opportunity for coaches, administrators, instructors and volunteers operating at the grassroots level. Presented by Dion Warmsley, this workshop will cover:
- How old is old when it comes to your physical prime?
- What physiological changes occur with ageing?
- What type of exercise is best to reduce the effects of ageing?
- Can you still do Personal Bests in your 30's or 40's (or older)?
- What are some of the specific programs that can be given to the elderly?
- The one we all want to know... is Wii Boxing good or bad for your
grandparents?
This workshop will be presented in theory and practice, with a focus on providing practical exercise programs for both ageing athletes and sedentary clients.
Date and time: Monday 17 August 2009, 6.00 pm - 9.00 pm
Place: Ipswich RSL Services Club, Coral Sea Room, 5A Lowry Street, Nth Ipswich
Cost: Free event (Light refreshments provided)
Organisation: Department of Communities, Sport and Recreation Services
Telephone: For information phone (07) 3896 9932
Email: south.east@communities.qld.gov.au
Join us to help make our community more active!
Seniors' Science Forum
Guest speakers will present the latest research findings for the treatment of eye disease, and bad backs including fractures, injury and osteoporosis. The presentations will be followed by morning tea in the Library Courtyard. Sponsored by QUT.
How to turn a silk purse into a sow's eye! - Dr Damien Harkin
The main focus of Dr Harkin's current research is to develop ways of using stem cells to treat eye diseases. In 2004, his team completed the first Australian trial of corneal tissue grafts grown in the laboratory from a patient's own stem cells.
Really Bad Backs - Treatment for fractures, injury and osteoporosis - Dr Ben Goss
Dr Goss will discuss the latest developments in medical engineering including spinal cord regeneration, spinal orthopaedics, improving bone regeneration and fracture healing, treating complications of orthopaedic surgery and developing new technologies for hip and knee replacements.
Date and time: Tuesday 18 August 2009, 10.00 am - 10.45 am
Place: Barry Jones Auditorium, 40 South Street Ipswich
Cost: Free event
Organisation: Ipswich City Council, Ipswich Library and Information Service
RSVP: Required by Friday 14 August 2009 (07) 3810 6815
Download a flyer: Seniors Science Forum Poster (PDF, 311 kb)
‘Heaven Help Us' - A Seniors' Concert
Written and Directed by Shay Ryan. When we strive to be our best but remain only human, we cry: Heaven Help Us! A gentle, musical glimpse at life at the fringe of our churches. Featuring talented Ipswich Seniors performing music and comedy.
Date and time: Tuesday 18 August 2009
10.00 am (Special needs group bookings only)
1.30 pm (Public performance)
Please be seated for 9.30 am & 1.00 pm in order that you may enjoy the 30
minutes
of pre-show entertainment.
Place: Ipswich Civic Hall, Cnr Limestone & Nicholas Streets, Ipswich
Cost: All tickets $8:00
Reservations: Required. Telephone Ipswich Civic Hall Box Office 3810 6100
Download a flyer: Heaven Help Us (PDF, 674 kb)
Meet, Eat and Greet
A celebratory day for National Seniors Australia members to enjoy a fun packed day of entertainment including the Amberley Brass Band, Country and Western singers, and roving entertainers. Lunch included.
Date and time: Wednesday 19 August 2009, 10.00 am - 2.30 pm
Place: Marburg Show Grounds, 45-54 Queen Street. Marburg
Cost: $10.00
Reservations: Required
Contact: Bob And Rayleen O'Hare
Organisation: National Seniors Australia - Ipswich Branch
Telephone: (07) 3389 6995 or email
Email: raills@optusnet.com.au
Celebrating Seniors
Come along and enjoy a FREE fun-packed day of entertainment, to celebrate Seniors' Week and the invaluable role of Seniors within our diverse local cultural groups and community. There's a BBQ lunch to enjoy, with great activities, stalls, and multicultural food to sample.
Date and time: Thursday 20 August 2009, 10.00 am - 2.00 pm
Place: Even Marginson Park, Corner of Woogaroo and Layard Streets Goodna
Cost: Free event
RSVP: Required by 14 August 2009
Contact: Debbie Carnell
Organisation: Ipswich City Council
Telephone (07) 3810 6655 or
Email: dcarnell@ipswich.qld.gov.au
Download a flyer: Celebrating Seniors Flyer Web (PDF, 68 kb)
Come and Try Tai Chi For Health
Come along and try Tai Chi. On the day, just wear your comfortable T-shirt and track pants.
Date and time: Tuesday 25 August 2009, 1.00 pm - 2.00 pm
Place: Goodna Neighbourhood House, 33 Queen Street Goodna.
Cost: Free event
Contact: Phone (07) 3818 1648
Organisations: Goodna Neighbourhood House and Ipswich 60 and Better Program
Festival of Gratitude and Respect
A celebratory day aimed at promoting gratitude and respect for our elderly family members. Seniors and families from the Ipswich region are invited to come along and enjoy the cultural celebrations.
Date and time: Thursday 27 August 2009, 10.00 am - 4.00 pm
Place: W.G. Hayden Humanities Building Auditorium, cnr Nicholas and South Streets Ipswich.
Cost: Free event
Reservations: Required
Contact: Sandra Kovak
Organisation: Harmony Arts and Ipswich Community Aid
Telephone: 0418 764 331 or email
Email: Sandra_Kovac@health.qld.gov.au
Download a flyer: Festival Poster Lq (PDF, 70 kb)
Home Gardeners' Workshop and Expo ‘09
Come along and Celebrate 150 years of Queensland gardening with special guest speakers, and all day entertainment. Food and refreshments available. Featuring a huge variety of exhibitors including:
* Numerous plant stalls
* Garden ornaments & pond products
* Garden products
* Entertainment
* Cakes
* Fresh fruit and vegetables
* Garden pots and hangers
* Craft & bark painting
* Water tanks
* Line dancing
* Native bees & bush animals
* Something for everyone to enjoy
Date and time: Saturday 29 August 2009, 8.30 am - 3.00 pm
Place: Corner of Glebe Road and Green Street, Booval
Cost: Admission $3.00 per person and children under 12 years free
Contact: Mavis Phone (07) 3281 0665 or David Phone (07) 3288 8467
Organisation: Glebe Garden Club
Download a Program of Events For Seniors' Week:
Seniors Week Program 2009 (PDF, 188 kb)
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