Upcoming Events for Older People
The City of Salisbury offers a range of activities for older people.
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View events in the 'Seniors' category here or download latest event flyer.
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Active Ageing Week
Active Ageing Week is an international celebration promoting healthy, active lifestyles for older adults!
As part of Active Ageing in October 2024 – we are hosting the following events.
Community Information Stall at Hollywood Plaza
Come and celebrate Ageing Well week with us at Hollywood Plaza. Come visit our stall find out about the range of things, activities and events that Council offers our older community members.
When: Wed 4 October 2024
Time: 10am to 1pm
Location: Hollywood Plaza (Cnr Spains Road and Winzor St Salisbury Downs)
Cost: FREE
Enquiries: (Arlene) 8406 8591
Disco & Rock n Roll Dance Party
Join DJ Des, dress up if you want and join the party! We’re here to celebrate, have fun and be active as part of ageing Well Week!!
When: Thu 5 September
Time: 10am to 11.45pm
Location: Jack Young Centre (2 Orange Ave, Salisbury)
Cost: $3 to $4
Enquiries: (JYC) 8406 8525
Sounds in the Courtyard
Join us for a delightful afternoon of FREE live music in a beautiful courtyard setting! Enjoy the tunes by Alice Richardson and Michael Liddle while you relax, or get active and dance along. Don't forget to book a meal and savour it in the courtyard to make the experience even more special.
When: Thu 3 October 2024
Time: 12:15pm to 1pm
Jack Young Centre (2 Orange Ave, Salisbury)
Cost: FREE entertainment, food orders extra
Food orders and enquires: 8406 8525
Menu: www.salisbury.sa.gov.au/jyc
Conversations with Salisbury Seniors
Topic: The Power of Social Connections - “building bonds to boost wellbeing”
October celebrates Active Ageing. Join us for a conversation about the positive impact that social connections can have on our wellbeing.
We'll explore how sustaining, building and nurturing connections with others can enrich our everyday lives and strengthen our communities.
Hear about the latest research and share ideas about ways to create and maintain meaningful connections as our lives change. Bookings are essential.
When: Tuesday 29 October 2024
Time: 9.30am to 12.30pm
Where: Salisbury Community Hub (Level 1, Little Para Rooms, 34 Church St, Salisbury)
Cost: FREE includes morning tea and pre-entertainment
Bookings: https://convooct2024.eventbrite.com.au
Enquiries: 8406 8525
Find out more at www.salisbury.sa.gov.au/cotaconv
These conversations are hosted in partnership with the City of Salisbury and COTA SA
Cycling opportunities
Cycle Salisbury program has weekly rides for all abilities. Find out more at www.salisbury.sa.gov.au\cyclesalisbury
Walking opportunities
There are several Heart Foundation Walking groups around the City of Salisbury. Come and join a group walk and discover your local area. Find out more at www.salisbury.sa.gov.au\walking
Be Connected – Be Informed
Come and visit the Friendship Groups at Jack Young Centre and Burton Community Hub
Socialise and hear from a great line-up of guest speakers.
Cost: First time FREE, then $3 or $4.
‘Meet & Greet’ Group - JYC
Mondays 1pm to 3pm at Jack Young Centre (JYC), 2 Orange Ave, Salisbury.
- Mon 21 October: Red Cross Emergency Redi presentation. Are you prepared for an emergency?
- Mon 4 November: Sleep Apnoea (CRM Sleep)
- Mon 18 November: Advanced care directive, wills and power of attorney. Aged care directive kits. (SA Legal Services Commission)
- Mon 25 November: Author- Wendy Altschwager, Book: ‘Field of Emus’
Bookings: 8406 8525
Burton Over 50’s Friendship Group
Wednesdays 10am to 11.30am at Burton Community Hub, 380 Waterloo Corner Rd, Burton.
- 2 October: Games Day: Board and card games.
- 09 October: COTA SA: Strength for Life presentation.
- 23 October: Phone scams: Ian Loxton.
- 6 November: Games Day
- 13 November: MFS: Wheat bags and Microwaves
Bookings: 8487 1820