Music jam at the Omemee Legion

There will be a jam sessions at the Omemee Legion Saturday beginning at 1 p.m. Bring your nonacoustic instrument and join in the fun or just sit back and enjoy the music.

Tax season

The Happy Wanderers, a group working under the Community Volunteers Income Tax Program, will be at Trinity United Church, April 11, 9 a.m. - noon, 1 - 3 p.m. to complete income tax returns for low income people.

If you are a single and make less than $30,000, $40,000 for couples, you are eligible for their services. For information call Grace at 705745-4303.

Community Care

Community Care offers many support groups for various needs. April 12 and 26, 10 - 11;30 a.m., 2 Kent St. W., a Caregiver Support Group for those caring for someone with a terminal illness or life limiting disease.

For further information or to register call ext 503.

Stroke Survivors

Stroke Survivor Group for stroke survivors, family and caregivers, Thursday, 1:30 - 3 p.m., 65 Melbourne St. W., ext 111 for information and to register.

Living with Cancer Group presented by CC City of Kawartha Lakes Hospice Services, for those diagnosed with cancer or who are receiving treatment, Tuesday, 1 p.m., 2 Kent St. W., ext 503 to register.

CC also offers an adult day program at Trinity United Church, Mondays and Thursdays, 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Call the office for information or to book a spot. This program allows caregivers an opportunity to do errands, relax and have a break while their charge is enjoying a social opportunity.

Tea and Talks

There will be Tea and Talks for Seniors, April 25, 10:30 a.m. - noon at Adelaide Place, 84 Adelaide St. S., Lindsay. The event presented by Elder Abuse Network will focus on power of attorney for property. To register call 705-928-4465.

Cooking for One

A Cooking for One class for people who live alone and wish to learn more about eating well and preparing nutritious meals will be held at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, 40 William St. N., Lindsay, April 27, 10 a.m. - noon or 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. You can register for the class presented by Community Care by calling 705-879-4100.

Health series

The Beat Goes On health series for people interested in heart issues will be held April 25, 1:30 p.m. - 3 p.m. at 65 Melbourne St. W., Lindsay. This month’s topic is Mindfulness and Meditation. Call 705-324-6111 ext 4145 to register.

Seniors

The Omemee Seniors meet at the Legion, April 11 and 18 for euchre, beginning at 1 p.m., Apr 25, 12:30 p.m. for a potluck luncheon. Bring your own utensils, plate and mug along with your favourite edible dish for the meal. Please note the change of dates.

Rye St. Band

Rye St. Band will be at the Omemee Curling Centre, May 6. Details about cost and how to purchase tickets in future columns.

eWaste

An advance notice that the Omemee and District Lions Club will be holding an eWaste collection June 3. Save your used electronics and batteries for the event.