Sauga connections for older adults
You’re invited to join us for various activities through your computer, tablet, or phone. Everyone is welcome to join in on the fun and connect with familiar friends or make new ones. Each activity and fitness class is offered weekly (see the list below).
Our events are free, and we will never ask you for your credit card information. If you are asked to provide a credit card, it is not a legitimate City of Mississauga event.
Weekly activities for older adults
Monday Yarn Crafters 1:30 to 2:30 pm
Join us to connect and show off your current projects or start a new one. We would love to see and chat with you, even if you don’t have a project on the go.
Download WebEx and then join us with your computer or tablet.
Phone-in details: 1-647-484-1596
when prompted, use meeting number 160 074 3306
Our events are free, and we will never ask you for your credit card information. If you are asked to provide a credit card, it is not a legitimate City of Mississauga event.
Tuesday Coffee Talk 11:00 am to 12:00 pm
Bring your favourite cup of coffee or tea and let’s chat. Each week we have a special guest joining us.
July 16 – History of Preserving Jams and Jellies. Join us to learn how jams and jellies have been saved over history.
- Join us on July 16. Presented by the City of Mississauga (Museums)
July 23 – Virtual Galleries Tour. Explore exhibits virtually with a guided tour. Learn more about stories of human rights from across Turtle Island.
- Join us on July 23 (via Zoom). Presented by the Canadian Museum for Human Rights
- Meeting ID: 446 804 9293
- Passcode: 0pSRsi
July 30 – Free Programs and Services to Support Caregivers.
- Join us on July 30. Presented by the Ontario Caregiver Association
August 6 – Segregation in WWI: The No. 2 Construction Battalion. Join us for stories of Canada’s Black Battalion in World War II.
- Join us on August 6. Presented by Engaging Talks by Annemarie Hagan
August 13 – Speaking of Bones. Have you ever wondered how you can keep healthy bones? Learn all about bone health from a certified professional.
- Join us on August 13. Presented by STG Wellness
August 20 – The Future is Electric. Learn about the benefits of electronic vehicles (EVs) and the latest trends.
- Join us on August 20. Presented by Plug’n Drive
August 27 – Caregiving Essentials. Join us to learn how caregiving impacts our emotions, and receive resources for improving your well-being.
- Join us on August 27. Presented by Ontario Caregiver Association
This is a friendly reminder to download WebEx in advance.
Phone-in details: 1-647-484-1596
when prompted, use meeting number 160 084 8145
Our events are free, and we will never ask you for your credit card information. If you are asked to provide a credit card, it is not a legitimate City of Mississauga event.
Wednesday Fit Break 10:30 am to 11:15 am
Join our certified fitness instructors for a variety of fun, fitness classes for all levels. Classes require little to no equipment but may vary based on the format. Where possible, we will provide options to use household items.
July 17 – Chair Pilates
July 24 – Zumba Gold
July 31 – Sit Fit
August 7 – Chair Yoga
August 14 – Zumba Gold
August 21 – Chair Pilates
August 28 – Sit Fit
Join us on Wednesdays with this Zoom link
Equipment to have on hand: soup cans, books, or other items to add weight (or light dumbbells if you have them), a medium-sized towel (3 ft long), a facecloth, a chair, and water.
Our events are free, and we will never ask you for your credit card information. If you are asked to provide a credit card, it is not a legitimate City of Mississauga event.
Please be advised that by clicking the link you will be leaving the City of Mississauga Recreation website and launching the Zoom registration page
Thursday Hot Topics 11:00 am to 12:00 pm
Each week we will present a new topic of interest. Each guest speaker will discuss the topics that matter.
July 18 – Meditation. Try a guided meditation live, and learn why we meditate.
- Join us on July 18. Presented by City of Mississauga (Fitness)
July 25 – Rainbow Talks. Guests will share how to include, support, foster and strive.
- Join us on July 25. Presented by Rainbow Sauga Alliance
August 1 – The Lost Queen’s Bush Settlement: The Story of an Early Ontario Black Community. Join us for stories of early Ontario’s Black communities.
- Join us on August 1. Presented by Engaging Talks by Annemarie Hagan
August 8 – Owls. Learn all you need to know and more about owls.
- Join us on August 8. Presented by The Riverwood Conservancy
August 15 – How to Master Nutritional Transparency and Decode Labels. Peak behind the nutrition curtain on common foods. Learn how to read labels, eat better, and be well.
- Join us on August 15. Presented by Mel Can Nourish
August 22 – Women in History: Canadian Series. We are because they were. Join us to learn all about women in Canadian ‘herstory’.
- Join us on August 22. Presented by History by Harris
August 29: Money Management for Older Adults. A refresher on planning your spending, setting goals, and learning the basics of credit counselors.
- Join us on August 29. Presented by Credit Canada
This is a friendly reminder to download WebEx in advance.
Phone-in details: 1-647-484-1596
when prompted, use meeting number 160 084 8145
Our events are free, and we will never ask you for your credit card information. If you are asked to provide a credit card, it is not a legitimate City of Mississauga event.
Friday Fit Break 1:15 pm to 2 pm
Join our certified fitness instructors for a variety of fun, fitness classes for all levels. Classes require little to no equipment but may vary based on the format. Where possible, we will provide options to use household items.
July 19 – Strength and Stretch
July 26 – Yoga/Meditation
August 2 – Low and Tone
August 9 – Strength and Stretch
August 16 – Walk Fit
August 23 – Chair Zumba
August 30 – Core and Balance
Join us on Fridays with this Zoom link
Equipment to have on hand: soup cans, books, or other items to add weight (or light dumbbells if you have them), a medium-sized towel (3 ft long), a facecloth, a chair, and water.
Our events are free, and we will never ask you for your credit card information. If you are asked to provide a credit card, it is not a legitimate City of Mississauga event.
Please be advised that by clicking the link you will be leaving the City of Mississauga Recreation website and launching the Zoom registration page
All virtual sessions open 5 minutes before the designated start time. If you require support to join by computer or phone, we will be available up to one hour before the program starts to help walk you through the process.
Contact:
Brooke Costa at 905-615-4840 ext. 2654 or brooke.costa@mississauga.ca
IMPORTANT PRIVACY & SECURITY ADVISORY:
Participants in this course are advised that this course will take place ENTIRELY ONLINE using a third-party video chatting solution called Cisco WebEx Meetings. This means that, in order to participate in the class, you will be required to download and configure the Cisco WebEx Meetings application for use on your home computer (Windows or Mac OS X), tablet (iOS or Android) or smartphone (iOS or Android).
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