Memberships at Pat Porter are voluntary and show support for the Centre. It is for anyone who wants to join and be part of our community. Becoming a member offers discounts on some of the programs and events running at the Centre. It also gives you a voice in business meetings and voting rights along with the opportunity to serve on the board and a variety of committees. Memberships are $25 if paid between October and January and $30 if paid thereafter. Stop by the Centre to purchase yours.
Community News
Getting Essential Feedback from Members
We will be sending our member surveys to get feedback around old and new programming ideas.
Let us know:
Whatever rocks your socks
Whatever tickles your pickle
Whatever ruffles your truffles
Whatever bakes your cakes
Whatever humps your camel
Whatever toots your horn
You get the idea…. Look for emails, snail mails and our web site in the coming months. Looking forward to seeing all of you.
Programs & Events
Our Centre offers a great variety of events and programming weekly. Fitness, Coffee Corner, Cards, Dances, Book Club, Craft Corner, Cooking Classes and Potlucks are amongst some of the things we offer. We are slowly starting to open and now offer some programming from Monday to Friday. Visit our website to see what we are offering right now (www.patporteralc.com).
Volunteer Opportunities
Interested in giving back? Whatever your skill or your age, we can find a place for you. We have a newly elected Board of Directors and will be reviewing our intermediate term and long-term services. Knowing who is out there to keep our programming vibrant and interesting will assist us delivering the best services for our members. To find out how you can help call 204-416-1067 or email us at [email protected]
Volunteer Opportunities
The key to a strong vibrant club is our volunteers. Interested in giving back? Whatever your skill or your age, we can find a place for you. Archwood is finishing its strategic plan, and with that new programming. To find out how you can help, call 204-416-1067 or email us at [email protected]
Where Acquaintances Become Friends
Archwood 55 Plus is a community-based non-profit, charitable organization offering lunches, art and fitness classes, social activities, bus trips and other services to adults ages 55 and older living in the Winnipeg area. Our goal is to encourage graceful aging and empower older adults to lead healthy and active lives while socializing with their peers (Archwood 55 Plus Inc. – HOME (weebly.com)).
Raffle
Support our Centre by buying tickets for our Raffle running until August 31! Hundreds of dollars’ worth of prizes from GNM Fine Jewelers, Earls Meat Market, Country Meat & Deli, Canadian Tire and Unger Meats. 10 tickets for $10. Stop by the Centre to grab yours for a chance to win!
Rentals
Our large building can be rented out for a variety of functions such as weddings, meetings, luncheons, birthday parties and more! We have rooms of a variety of sizes and prices, so you are sure to find something that suits your needs. From our Event Centre (featuring a stage) to our cozy Fireside Room (featuring a fireplace), we can host your function here. For pricing and room availability visit our website www.patporteralc.com, email [email protected] or call 204-320-4600.
Painting Class – Bring Your Own Photo!
Join local artist Doug Enns for a paint class in August! Bring a photo you’d like to paint and our instructor will help you. This paint class is suitable for all skill levels and supplies are provided. The cost of this class (including supplies) is $20 for members and $25 for non-members. Please call 204-320-4600 to sign up.
Golf Tournament
Join us for our first annual golf tournament happening on August 31! Happening at the Steinbach Fly-In Golf Course, featuring lunch, prizes and a 50/50 draw. Tickets are $110 dollars with a $50 tax receipt. Spots are limited so call 204-320-4600 to secure your spot!
Volunteering
Interested in volunteering with us? Whatever your skill set or age, we’ve got a place for you! Volunteers help out with a variety of areas at the Centre including Reception Desk, Event Set Up or Clean Up, Kitchen Help, Meal Delivery, Transportation and more! Volunteer commitments are flexible, ranging from a few hours every week or month. All volunteer positions require a Criminal Record Check. To find out how you can help, call 204-320-4600 or email [email protected].
