Bracebridge Centre for Active Living

Bracebridge Centre for Active Living Providing a safe and friendly environment for older adults to gather and enjoy camaraderie with like

Activities at our club for the next 3 days: THURSDAY, November 20th: Texas Hold'em - 9:30 a.m. Contract Bridge - 1:00 p....
11/20/2025

Activities at our club for the next 3 days:

THURSDAY, November 20th:

Texas Hold'em - 9:30 a.m.
Contract Bridge - 1:00 p.m.

FRIDAY, November 21st:

Quantum Fitness (DS) - 9:00 a.m.
Gentle Exercises - 9:30 a.m.
Shuffleboard - 10:30 a.m. & 1:00 p.m.
CHATS Cafe LUNCH Lasagna & Drink 12: p.m. (705-645-9111)
Mexican Train - 1:00 p.m.

SATURDAY, November 22nd:

Texas Hold'em 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Euchre 1:00 p.m.

REMINDER: Anyone 45 yrs of age and older may become a member of our club.
However, you do not have to be a member to participate in any of our activities! All are welcome.
For information about our centre, call 705-645-9111 or
visit our website www.bracebridgeseniorscentre.ca

The sunny days have been great this week!

In this photo: 3 Royal Doulton figurines. A music box (boys playing a game) and 6 pinwheel wine glasses. These are ...
11/19/2025

In this photo: 3 Royal Doulton figurines. A music box (boys playing a game) and 6 pinwheel wine glasses.
These are in the next silent auction along with other items that would make great Christmas gifts!
Our club is open Monday through Saturday, 9.30 to 4 p.m.
Anyone can drop in to view and bid on any of these items.

Today we contacted the lucky bidders in our Silent Auction. A huge thank you to everyone who donated items and to those ...
11/19/2025

Today we contacted the lucky bidders in our Silent Auction.
A huge thank you to everyone who donated items and to those who bid on them.
WE THANK YOU FOR THE $210.00 we'll receive.

We've set up the cabinet again this morning with some lovely items that would make great Christmas gifts.
(You do not have to be a member to drop in to view our cabinet)

Activities at our club for the next 3 days:MONDAY, November 17th: Quantum Fitness (DS) - 9.00 a.m. Gentle Exercises - 9....
11/16/2025

Activities at our club for the next 3 days:

MONDAY, November 17th:

Quantum Fitness (DS) - 9.00 a.m.
Gentle Exercises - 9.30 a.m.
Mahjong - 10.30 a.m.
Darts (DS) - 1.00 p.m.
Contract Bridge - 1.00 p.m.

TUESDAY, November 18th:

Chair Yoga - 9.30 a.m.
Beanbag Baseball (DS) - 10:30 a.m.
CHATS CAFE PIZZA & DRINK (705-645-9111) Noon
Mexican Train (DS) - 1.00 p.m.

WEDNESDAY, November 19th:

Quantum Fitness (DS) - 9.00 a.m.
Bid Euchre - 10.00 a.m.
Knitting/Crocheting - 10.00 a.m.
TAI CHI (DS) - 10:00 a.m.
Square Dancing (Live Music) - 1.00 p.m.

REMINDER: Anyone 45 yrs of age and older may become a member of our club.
However, you do not have to be a member to participate in any of our activities! All are welcome.
For information about our centre, call 705-645-9111 or
visit our website www.bracebridgeseniorscentre.ca

Have a great week everyone!

11/13/2025

Sweden is rethinking how it treats icy winter roads — not just for drivers, but for wildlife too.
For years, researchers at the Swedish Transport Administration have studied how traditional road salt affects ecosystems. Their findings show that salt runoff can alter soil chemistry, harm freshwater habitats, and disrupt bird behavior, especially for species that mistake salt crystals for food.

In response, Swedish municipalities have been gradually shifting toward smarter winter-road strategies: using reduced-salt mixtures, sand-salt blends, and brine (saltwater) pre-treatments that cut total salt use while keeping roads safe. Cities like Stockholm and Gothenburg have already lowered their salt consumption by thousands of tons each winter.

This approach doesn’t eliminate salt completely — but it uses less of it, more efficiently, reducing environmental impact on lakes, birds, and roadside ecosystems. Other European countries are watching closely, adopting similar methods to protect wildlife without compromising road safety.

It’s a simple idea, backed by research: use only what you need, in the smartest possible way. A small shift with a big impact — a reminder that thoughtful engineering can protect more than just our roads.

Activities at our club for the next 3 days: THURSDAY, November 13th: Texas Hold'em - 9:30 a.m. Contract Bridge - 1:00 p....
11/12/2025

Activities at our club for the next 3 days:

THURSDAY, November 13th:

Texas Hold'em - 9:30 a.m.
Contract Bridge - 1:00 p.m.
Womens Wellness 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

FRIDAY, November 14th:

Quantum Fitness (DS) - 9:00 a.m.
Gentle Exercises - 9:30 a.m.
Shuffleboard - 10:30 a.m. & 1:00 p.m.
CHATS Cafe LUNCH Hot Dog & Drink 12: p.m. (705-645-9111)
Mexican Train - 1:00 p.m.

SATURDAY, November 15th:

Texas Hold'em 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Euchre 1:00 p.m.

REMINDER: Anyone 45 yrs of age and older may become a member of our club.
However, you do not have to be a member to participate in any of our activities! All are welcome.
For information about our centre, call 705-645-9111 or
visit our website www.bracebridgeseniorscentre.ca

Time to get the winter coats out!

Activities at our club for the next 3 days:MONDAY, November 10th: Quantum Fitness (DS) - 9.00 a.m. Gentle Exercises - 9....
11/09/2025

Activities at our club for the next 3 days:

MONDAY, November 10th:

Quantum Fitness (DS) - 9.00 a.m.
Gentle Exercises - 9.30 a.m.
Mahjong - 10.30 a.m.
Darts (DS) - 1.00 p.m.
Contract Bridge - 1.00 p.m.

TUESDAY, November 11th:

Chair Yoga - 9.30 a.m.
Beanbag Baseball (DS) - 10:30 a.m.
CHATS CAFE PIZZA & DRINK (705-645-9111)
Mexican Train (DS) - 1.00 p.m.

WEDNESDAY, November 12th:

Quantum Fitness (DS) - 9.00 a.m.
Bid Euchre - 10.00 a.m.
Knitting/Crocheting - 10.00 a.m.
TAI GHI (DS) - 10:00 a.m.
Square Dancing (Live Music) - 1.00 p.m.

REMINDER: Anyone 45 yrs of age and older may become a member of our club.
However, you do not have to be a member to participate in any of our activities! All are welcome.
For information about our centre, call 705-645-9111 or
visit our website www.bracebridgeseniorcentre.ca

Did somebody say SNOW is coming!

Activities at our club for the next 3 days: THURSDAY, November 6th: Texas Hold'em - 9:30 a.m. Contract Bridge - 1:00 p.m...
11/06/2025

Activities at our club for the next 3 days:

THURSDAY, November 6th:

Texas Hold'em - 9:30 a.m.
Contract Bridge - 1:00 p.m.

FRIDAY, November 7th:

Quantum Fitness (DS) - 9:00 a.m.
Gentle Exercises - 9:30 a.m.
Shuffleboard - 10:30 a.m. & 1:00 p.m.
CHATS Cafe LUNCH Hot Dog & Drink (705-645-9111)
Mexican Train - 1:00 p.m.

SATURDAY, November 8th:

Texas Hold'em 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Euchre 1:00 p.m.

REMINDER: Anyone 45 yrs of age and older may become a member of our club.
However, you do not have to be a member to participate in any of our activities! All are welcome.
For information about our centre, call 705-645-9111 or
visit our website www.bracebridgeseniorscentre.ca

What does the Fox say... Get ready for winter!

Activities at our club for the next 3 days:MONDAY, November 3rd: Quantum Fitness (DS) - 9.00 a.m. Gentle Exercises - 9.3...
11/02/2025

Activities at our club for the next 3 days:

MONDAY, November 3rd:

Quantum Fitness (DS) - 9.00 a.m.
Gentle Exercises - 9.30 a.m.
Mahjong - 10.30 a.m.
Darts (DS) - 1.00 p.m.
Contract Bridge - 1.00 p.m.

TUESDAY, November 4th:

Chair Yoga - 9.30 a.m.
Beanbag Baseball (DS) - 10:30 a.m.
Lunch-N-Learn 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. (Reservation Required)
Mexican Train (DS) - 1.00 p.m.

WEDNESDAY, November 5th:

Quantum Fitness (DS) - 9.00 a.m.
TAI CHI (DS) - 10:00 a.m.
Bid Euchre - 10.00 a.m.
Knitting/Crocheting - 10.00 a.m.
Square Dancing (Live Music) - 1.00 p.m.

REMINDER: Anyone 45 yrs of age and older may become a member of our club.
However, you do not have to be a member to participate in any of our activities! All are welcome.
For information about our centre, call 705-645-9111 or
visit our website www.bracebridgeseniorscentre.ca

A drive through Algonquin Park.

Activities at our club for the next 3 days: THURSDAY, October 30th: Texas Hold'em - 9:30 a.m. Contract Bridge - 1:00 p.m...
10/29/2025

Activities at our club for the next 3 days:

THURSDAY, October 30th:

Texas Hold'em - 9:30 a.m.
Contract Bridge - 1:00 p.m.

FRIDAY, October 31st:

Quantum Fitness (DS) - 9:00 a.m.
Gentle Exercises - 9:30 a.m.
Shuffleboard - 10:30 a.m. & 1:00 p.m.
CHATS Cafe LUNCH Hot Dog & Drink: $5.00
(Lunch signup required, call by Thursday afternoon 705-645-9111)
Mexican Train - 1:00 p.m.

SATURDAY, November 1st:

Texas Hold'em 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Euchre 1:00 p.m.

REMINDER: TURN YOUR CLOCKS BACK ONE HOUR THIS WEEKEND!

REMINDER: Anyone 45 yrs of age and older may become a member of our club.
However, you do not have to be a member to participate in any of our activities! All are welcome.
For information about our centre, call 705-645-9111 or
visit our website www.bracebridgeseniorscentre.ca

HAPPY HALLOWEEN... EVERYONE!

Activities at our club for the next 3 days:MONDAY, October 27th: Quantum Fitness (DS) - 9.00 a.m. Gentle Exercises - 9.3...
10/26/2025

Activities at our club for the next 3 days:

MONDAY, October 27th:

Quantum Fitness (DS) - 9.00 a.m.
Gentle Exercises - 9.30 a.m.
Mahjong - 10.30 a.m.
Darts (DS) - 1.00 p.m.
Contract Bridge - 1.00 p.m.

TUESDAY, October 28th:

Chair Yoga - 9.30 a.m.
Beanbag Baseball (DS) - 10:30 a.m.
CHATS Cafe LUNCH Pizza & Drink: $5.00
(Lunch signup required, call by Monday afternoon 705-645-9111)
Mexican Train (DS) - 1.00 p.m.

WEDNESDAY, October 29th:

Quantum Fitness (DS) - 9.00 a.m.
Bid Euchre - 10.00 a.m.
Knitting/Crocheting - 10.00 a.m.
Square Dancing (Live Music) - 1.00 p.m.

REMINDER: Anyone 45 yrs of age and older may become a member of our club.
However, you do not have to be a member to participate in any of our activities! All are welcome.
For information about our centre, call 705-645-9111 or
visit our website www.bracebridgeseniorscentre.ca

Just a few more days to go!

Activities at our club for the next 3 days: THURSDAY, October 23rd: Texas Hold'em - 9:30 a.m. Contract Bridge - 1:00 p.m...
10/22/2025

Activities at our club for the next 3 days:

THURSDAY, October 23rd:

Texas Hold'em - 9:30 a.m.
Contract Bridge - 1:00 p.m.
Womens Movement (DS) 1:00 p.m.

FRIDAY, October 24th:

Quantum Fitness (DS) - 9:00 a.m.
Gentle Exercises - 9:30 a.m.
Shuffleboard - 10:30 a.m.
CHATS Cafe LUNCH Hot Dog & Drink: $5.00
(Lunch signup required, call by Thursday afternoon 705-645-9111)
Mexican Train - 1:00 p.m.
Holloween Dance 7:00 p.m.

SATURDAY, October 25th:

Texas Hold'em 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Euchre 1:00 p.m.

REMINDER: Anyone 45 yrs of age and older may become a member of our club.
However, you do not have to be a member to participate in any of our activities! All are welcome.
For information about our centre, call 705-645-9111 or
visit our website www.bracebridgeseniorscentre.ca

There is sun in the forecast for next week.

Address

54 Dominion Street
Bracebridge, ON
P1L2A5

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 4pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 4pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 4pm
Thursday 9:30am - 4pm
Friday 9:30am - 4pm
Saturday 9:30am - 4pm

Telephone

+17056459111

Website

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