Classic Combos – August 9, 2018
It’s neat when things that are good on their own become even better when they are together – peanut butter and jam, bacon and eggs, the colours red and gold, the musicians Simon and Garfunkel, jeans and a white t-shirt… the list goes on. Join us at this week’s meeting as we explore classic combos […]
Dog Days of Summer – August 2, 2018
We’ve been experiencing a heat wave of late in the Lower Mainland. There are added dangers to the young and the old due to prolonged exposure to high temperatures. There are things we can do to keep cool (aside from installing air conditioning). Come join us we learn strategies to beat the heat.
Your Daily Meals – July 26, 2018
The meals you eat reflect your personality, values and culture. It used to be that there were three traditional meals during the day. As we become more pressed for time, meals are more varied and more fractured. When was the last time you sat down for a prepared meal at home? Did you cook it […]
Camp Site Stories – July 19, 2018
This week’s meeting will feature a change of venue. Rather than our regular meeting space, we will have an outdoor meeting at Hadden Park in Kitsilano under the Kwakwaka’wakw Centennial Pole. Usual meeting time of 7PM. See you there!
Empathy – July 12, 2018
We all know that empathy is a quality that we should all have. But why is empathy important in communications? How good are we as empathetic communicators? And how do we apply empathy effectively in our daily life? Let’s get together and discuss empathy and communication this Thursday. Hope to see you there!
October 17, 2018 – July 5, 2018
The date is set. Shortly, Canada will become only the second country in the world to do legalize marijuana. What are your feelings? Is this a good thing for Canada? What will change, and how do you see its impact on our society? Let’s explore what issues legalized marijuana will raise for us all (whether […]
Ghosting – June 28, 2018
Ghosting is the practice of ending a personal relationship by the sudden and unexplained withdrawal of all communication. Have you been on the receiving end of ghosting, or have you ghosted someone? How did you feel, or alternatively, why did you do it? Come and share your experience.
Dreams – June 21, 2018
Do you remember your dreams? What was a most memorable dream for you and what about it has stayed with you? This week’s meeting explores theories about dreams, their function and their source.
Happiness – June 14, 2018
“Happiness is like a butterfly; the more you chase it, the more it will elude you, but if you turn your attention to other things, it will come and sit softly on your shoulder.” – Henry David Thoreau We explore the theme of happiness this week. What is happiness for you? Come share your thoughts […]
Voodoo – June 7, 2018
What do you think of when you hear the word “Voodoo”? Pin-filled dolls? Zombies? Possession? There are a lot misconceptions fueled by the media and popular entertainment. For this Thursday’s meeting, we’ll learn more about what Voodoo is, and what it isn’t. Come join us and learn more about this often misunderstood topic.