Allergy Notice - Some of our members may have allergies or asthmatic conditions affecting their health. Please consider this when attending programs, should you smoke, wear perfume or aftershave lotion.

Brown Bag It - Members are welcome to "brown bag it" and use the refrigerator for storing.

• Coffee, tea and soft drinks will continue to be available for a minimal amount in each activity area.
• Frozen meals are also available from Services for Seniors and can be prepared in the microwave.
• In the future we hope to offer a daily luncheon menu.

Bulletin Boards - You will find them in the following locations:

• Member’s Board - this is your board to post cards, notices and jokes, it is located outside of the member’s lounge/library.
• Community Events - this board is for posting events happening in and around the community, it is located right across from the washrooms.
• Upcoming Events - this board will notify you of upcoming events happening in the Centre, it is located in the front lobby.
• Travel - bulletin board has now been posted outside of the coat room. You will find a list of bus trips within the next couple of months. Just a reminder - trips will be posted 2 months prior and names will not be accepted until trips are posted. Also please remember to include your phone number as this saves us time if we need to contact people in the event of a cancellation.

Centre Areas - We have access to the 3 lower wings (North, South, East). The West lower wing belongs to the Ingersoll Soccer Club. We do not have access to this wing and they do not have access to our area. The WHOLE upper floor is OFF LIMITS. Currently the North upper wing is for Cami’s use, the South upper wing is used by the C.A.W. Action Centre and the East and West upper wings are for future development by the town.

Centre Closed??? - If at any time the centre needs to be closed due to poor weather conditions, an announcement will be made on CKOT Radio station FM 101.3 prior to 9:00 a.m. Call ahead for cancellation of classes.

Centre Safety -

when you hear an alarm

doors will close automatically

do not go through a closed fire door

leave the room immediately

in an orderly fashion

by the closest exit

do not go back

for personal belongings

always assume

it is not a drill


Cleaning - A reminder to all members. By tidying up after ourselves, our maintenance costs can be kept to a minimum. Thank you by helping keep our Centre clean daily.

Coffee/Tea Stations - Coffee making instructions have been posted and any member is welcome to make coffee as long as instructions are followed. If the coffee is not for a program check all coffee station areas (activity room, dining room, members lounge) before making a pot. This will help to reduce coffee being thrown out.

• One cup of coffee/tea is included in your user fee. Every additional cup will be 50 cents a cup. This includes before, during or after programs. This can be paid into the “coffee jar” at any coffee station.
• Here at the Centre, we pride ourselves on being warm, friendly and welcoming, with a warm cup of coffee to greet you or refresh you during or after a program.
• Our coffee is the best price in town when it usually includes a cookie or two. Everyone enjoys this “perk” at the Centre, however we need you to help us keep the costs down.
• Please remember to donate to the coffee jars located around the Centre. It is on the honour system and when everyone contributes, it helps tremendously.
• Thanks to all members who prepare coffee and return cups to the kitchen for washing

Footwear - Please remove outer footwear during the winter season. This will help us avoid falls and extra cleaning costs. Bring an extra pair of shoes or slippers to avoid slipping

Front Doors - Automatic door openers have been installed for each of the 2 front doors for easy access.

Kitchen Area - Jackie van Trigt & Joyce Banbury are responsible for planning and preparing meals; one on Thursday for the Rotary club and one on Wednesday for Members. They welcome any suggestions and ideas for meals. We continue to look for volunteers to help out with setting of tables, assisting with food preparation and cleaning up after meals. Training will be provided for proper food handling techniques as well as instructions on operating the dishwasher. Please contact one of the Staff or Council Members for more information.

Kitchen Washroom Facilities - To decrease the traffic flow in the kitchen and help to prevent falls or accidents we have designated the kitchen washroom to be used only by kitchen helpers. Thank you for your cooperation in this matter.

Maintenance - We are very pleased to have Christine Webber with us. However, we would like to remind members to continue to clean up after programs to help keep our centre tidy.

Membership Fees - Memberships are available to anyone “50 Years & Better”

• The membership is renewable every April 1 at $25.00/year.
• User fees and instructional fees are not included in your membership fee (see details in Daily Programs section).
• Although non-members aged 50 & Better are welcome to participate in programs or special events, additional user fees will apply.

Name Tags - We encourage all members to wear their name tag when attending programs and special events. This is your membership card and ensures you will not be charged the additional fee for non-members. A bulletin board has been hung in the coat room for name tags. You may leave your name tag there or take it home with you. The name tag is included with membership dues.

• Please bring your name tag for updating when renewing
• New name tags can be purchased for $1.50 if your original tag is lost.

Newsletters - As the newsletter is our main source of advertising and promoting programs at the centre, please have your newsletters in hand to ensure you meet registration deadlines. Unfortunately we have had to cancel programs due to lack of late enrollment. If you choose to have your newsletter mailed out to you, there will be a $10 surcharge added to your annual membership renewal.

Non-Member Fees - All non-members pay an additional $1/program.

Parking Reminders.......

• Handicap Parking - Please NOTE - If you do not have a handicap parking sticker, do not park in the Handicap Zone.
• Bus trip participants - Please park your cars at the back of the parking lot

Phone Busy??? - If both phone lines are busy, leave a message and we will return your call as soon as we can.

Photocopies - Members are welcome to use it for personal use up to a maximum of 5 copies. Additional copies are 5 cents each.

Pre-register - Some programs require pre-registration to enable us to plan for instructors, times and food. Please sign in the registration book located at the front reception desk to register for upcoming Programs & Special Events by the posted Deadline Dates. Often a minimum number of participants are required or else the program will be cancelled.

Program Registration - A minimum of 6 participants must be registered by registration deadline or class will be cancelled. Don’t be disappointed - call the office today to register for your favourite program.

Reception - We are very fortunate to have members who are willing to volunteer their time working at the front reception desk and will fill in when they are available. All of these ladies can assist or direct you.

Rentals - All of the rooms in our facility are available for rentals. Our cooks, Jackie van Trigt or Joyce Banbury may also be available to cater to your special event.

• Please see or call Wendy for information.
• Member/volunteer Ron Harrison has offered to be our contact for opening and closing of the facility for rentals.
• Full year members receive a discount on room rentals.

Room Use & Set-up - All rooms in our Centre are multi-purpose. In order to accommodate the specific needs of each program, if your group has active able body members, your assistance would be greatly appreciated in rearranging room set-ups.

• A paid maintenance person does cost money.
• We wish to pass on these savings to you - in the way of affordable memberships fees.

Signing In - PLEASE remember to "sign in" for each program / event / meeting you attend at the Centre. The "sign in" book is located at the front of the hall.

This is very important for us as it validates our need for funding to various services.

Temperature Control - The staff will do their best to maintain a comfortable temperature for all members. Please - do not adjust the heating and cooling system. We also ask to have windows remain closed when the air conditioning is on.

Winter Reminder - Please Remove outer footwear during the winter season. This will help us avoid falls and extra cleaning costs. Bring an extra pair of shoes or slippers to avoid slipping.

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