Full Programme for October 2006
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All through October
Free Access to the Contours Gym at the White Swan Centre, Killingworth, for anyone over 50 on Mondays 11am – 1pm, Tuesdays-Fridays 1-4pm, Saturdays and Sundays 10am – 2pm. Book a free induction before using the gym by calling 200 8218.
Dudley Healthy Living Centre Gym is free to over 50s 1-4pm Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays. Arrange your free induction by calling 200 8015.
Battle Hill Healthy Living Centre Gym is free to over 50s 1-4pm Mondays, 10am-noonWednesdays. Arrange your free induction by calling 200 1317.
Ten Pin Bowling Special at XS SuperBowl, Whitley Road, Benton – only £2 per game before 6pm. Tel 215 0901.
Thinking for Change! See the Lifelink exhibition of their mixed age discussions upstairs at Central Library North Shields 2nd-14th, at Wallsend Library 16th – 31st October. Tel 287 7023.
Snap Happy! Age Concern North Tyneside’s IT for All project is challenging keen digital photographers to capture positive images of active over 50s in North Tyneside during October.
Entries from beginners are welcome. The closing date is 31st October 2006. Call in at the Bradbury Centre, 13 Saville Street West, North Shields, and collect an information sheet, or ring 280 8498.
Festival Calendar October 2006
Sunday 1st International Day of Older People
Festival Launch and Church Service at 2.30pm at St Bernadette’s Church, Station Road, Wallsend. A wonderful celebration with the Salvation Army Band and friends. Stay for refreshments after the service. Tel 289 1184.
Monday 2nd
Short Health Walk – stretch your legs with a 40 minute walk starting from The Parks Sports and Leisure Centre, North Shields at 10.30am. Led by the Parks Walking Group. To book please contact the Physical Activity Co-ordinators - Tel 200 5158. Free.
Around Britain by Whitley Bay Photographic Society A show of digitally produced audio-visual sequences with music, on a variety of landscapes around the country. 3 – 4 pm (doors open at 2.30) at the Club Room, 3 Waverley Avenue, Monkseaton (behind Monkseaton Metro Station). Free, but booking essential as places are limited. Tel 2524911
Try a talking book today? North Tyneside Libraries has a wide range of books on tape which are free to borrow. Why not come along to the Central Library, North Shields for a cup of tea or coffee and find out what they could offer you. 2 – 3.30pm. Free. Tel 200 5424.
Enjoy an evening swim from 8-9pm at Whitley Bay Leisure Pool. Free. Tel 200 8540.
Tuesday 3rd
Croquet for beginners – you can quickly learn to play with help from members of Tynemouth Golf Croquet Club. 10am -12 noon at Tynemouth Cricket Club, Preston Avenue, North Shields. Free but please book. Tel 252 2843.
Try a talking book today? North Tyneside Libraries has a wide range of books on tape which are free to borrow. Why not come along to the Central Library, North Shields for a cup of tea or coffee and find out what they could offer you. 10.30am – 12 noon. Free. Tel 200 5424.
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Wednesday 4th – Friday 6th
AGE TAKES TO THE SEA 2006 for a Taste of Holland from just £77.50 per person
As well as hosting the Age Takes Centre Stage Awards, DFDS Seaways are offering a special cruise break to Holland from 5.30pm Wednesday 4th – 9am Friday 6th October 2006. The price includes: -
• Two nights on board ship, with a berth in an inside en-suite cabin based on two sharing. Single cabins are available from £94.50 pp
• One Buffet breakfast, plus Free £5 voucher to spend anywhere on board
• A TASTE OF HOLLAND excursion. This year it includes a special tour to visit an open air museum, a windmill, pancake house, walk along the canals and see clogs being made, visit a cheese farm plus a visit to Volendam and the former island of Marken where you may spot people in traditional dress!
• An Age Takes Centre Stage reception 6.30pm on the first night with a FREE welcome drink!
For more information call DFDS Seaways on 08708 488222 and quote "Age Takes Centre Stage" before 30th September 2006 . DFDS Seaways full terms and conditions apply. Credit card charge is 1.75% per booking. £11 fuel supplement currently applies
Wednesday 4th
50+ and Fit as a LOP (Lively Older Person)
A morning of fun, with a line dance taster and health checks at the Oxford Centre, Longbenton. 10am – 1pm. Free. Tel 287 7021.
Cycling Opportunities for All – have fun with adapted cycles suitable for all abilities. 2-3pm at The Parks Sports & Leisure Centre, North Shields. £2. Tel 0797 4720002
Thursday 5th
Read and Relax – If you enjoy reading books come along to an informal morning with the ActiveAge Reading Groups, with a book exchange (bring one and take one), book quiz, Library Display and refreshments. As it’s National Poetry Day you can also meet a visiting poet and exchange your own poems too if you like. 10am – noon at Age Concern North Tyneside’s Whitley Bay Centre, Park Road. Free. Tel 280 8499.
Get back in the swim at Wideopen Pool (at Greenfield Primary School, Wideopen). A great opportunity to improve your swimming confidence with guidance from a qualified instructor. Just come along between 10am -12 noon. Free. Tel 200 1045.
Heyday Outing to Alnwick Castle & Garden £10. Picking up at Killingworth, Shiremoor, Whitley Bay, North Shields, Wallsend and Newcastle. Please telephone Chris Cooper Travel (0191) 421 1894.
Festival Free Film “Mrs Henderson Presents” (12A) at 12.30pm at the Whitley Bay Playhouse. Up to four FREE tickets per person and ten tickets for a group can be booked in advance with bookings opening on Tuesday 1st August at 10am. Tel 252 3505.
Live at Home Variety Show musical comedy with Colin Summers. 1.30 pm at North Shields Methodist Church Hall, Hawkey’s Lane. Free. Refreshments 50p. Tel 272 8368.
Undersea Safari Tynemouth’s Blue Reef Aquarium provides a spectacular introduction to the wonders of the world beneath the waves. We will take you on a tour including over 30 living displays featuring tropical shark’s octopus, seahorses, giant crabs and piranhas. Followed by an entertaining talk where you can meet a few of the creatures bringing the whole experience to life. 2pm. £2.95 including tour, talk and refreshments on production of programme. Please book in advance Tel 258 1031.
Friday 6th
Steps exercise class – you can go at your own pace. 9.30-10.30am at the White Swan Centre, Killingworth. Please wear loose clothing and soft soled shoes. Free.Tel 200 8218.
Introducing Computers –Learn about computers from 9.30 - 11.30am at Dudley Peoples Centre. Free but please book. Tel 200 8000.
Cycling Opportunities for All – have fun with adapted cycles suitable for all abilities. 2-3pm at The Parks Sports & Leisure Centre, North Shields. £2. Tel 0797 4720002
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Monday 9th – Friday 13th
Enjoy a hot drink and scone or cake for £2 at the Rising Sun Countryside Centre, Whitley Road, Benton. Open 10am – 3pm. Tel 200 7841.
Monday 9th
Tyne Tunnels Tour – take a fascinating guided tour of the Pedestrian Tunnel (Grade 2 Listed) and go behind the scenes at the Tyne Tunnel Vehicle and Control Centre. 1pm. Free but please book. Tel 280 8484. Arranged jointly with the Older People’s Festival in South Tyneside.
Tai Chi Taster Session, Advice and Health Checks. 1.30pm at St John’s Church Hall, Wideopen. Free. Tel 287 7021
The Comedy of Errors – Shakespeare’s comic masterpiece of mistaken identity. Fast and furious fun with NTC Touring Theatre. 7.30pm at St John’s Community Centre, Percy Main. £5. Tel 252 3505.
Bums and Tums Exercise 9.45-10.45am at the White Swan Centre, Killingworth. Free. Tel 200 8218.
Enjoy an evening swim from 8-9pm at Whitley Bay Leisure Pool. Free. Tel 200 8540.
Tuesday 10th
Heyday Walk in Northumberland, a walk of 5-6 miles at Allen Banks. Leaving from Sainsbury’s Car Park, Whitley Bay (car-share available) at 9.30am, bring lunch. Free but please phone for details. Tel 252 0549.
Walk with the Killingworth Walkers– Meet at 10am at The White Swan Centre for up to a 2 hour ramble. To book call the Physical Activity Co-ordinators on tel 200 5158. Free.
The Quiz Challenge – join in a variety of quiz challenges with members and friends from 10.30am – 2.30pm at Cedar Grove Day Centre, Wallsend. Free. Tel 263 0511.
The Comedy of Errors – Shakespeare’s comic masterpiece of mistaken identity. Fast and furious fun with NTC Touring Theatre. 7.30pm at Shiremoor Centre. £5. Tel 252 3505.
Wednesday 11th
“Ageism - scratching underneath the surface” - the Age Takes Centre Stage Conference this year is an event looking at the ways service providers discriminate indirectly against older people. 10am – 1pm at the Saville Exchange, North Shields. Jointly organised by the Older People’s Forum and Age Concern North Tyneside. If you would like to attend please call Penny at the OPF on 280 8496.
Healthy Walk to Gosforth Park - meet at 12:30pm at the Oxford Centre, Longbenton for a one hour walk. Wear comfortable shoes and waterproof clothing if it is wet. Free, with refreshments afterwards. Tel 200 7540
History Walk around the Rising Sun Country Park. Meet at 1.30pm at the Rising Sun Countryside Centre, Whitley Road, Benton. £1. Please book – call 200 7841.
Dudley Tea Dance 1.30pm at Dudley People’s Centre. £1.50. Tel 200 8000.
The Comedy of Errors – Shakespeare’s comic masterpiece of mistaken identity. Fast and furious fun with NTC Touring Theatre. 2pm at the White Swan Centre, Killingworth. Adults £6.50 (North Tyneside residents 50+ can buy two tickets for £6.50). Tel 200 8218.
Delicious Desserts - a cookery demonstration with a raffle of the desserts at the end. The venue has a hearing loop and the talk will be subtitled live, so that everyone can follow what is said. 2pm at the Cass Community Centre, Roxburgh Tce, Whitley Bay. Hosted by HoHo (The Hard of Hearing Organisation). £1 – please book in advance. Tel 252 3807.
Lost Houses of Newcastle and Northumberland. A talk and cream tea at the Heyday Whitley Bay open meeting. 2pm at Cullercoats Methodist Church Hall, The Broadway. £1. Tel 237 3796.
Rolling back the years. A musical journey from music hall to the 40s, 50s, 60s and 70s by way of Judy Garland, Frank Sinatra, Elvis Presley, Neil Diamond and many more! at Whitley Bay Playhouse 2.30pm and 7.30pm. £8.50. Tel 252 3505.
Cycling Opportunities for All – have fun with adapted cycles suitable for all abilities. 2-3pm at The Parks Sports & Leisure Centre, North Shields. £2. Tel 0797 4720002
Thursday 12th
Heyday Outing to Penrith and Carlisle £10. Picking up at Killingworth, Shiremoor, Whitley Bay, North Shields, Wallsend and Newcastle. Please telephone Chris Cooper Travel (0191) 421 1894.
Get back in the swim at Wideopen Pool (at Greenfield Primary School, Wideopen). A great opportunity to improve your swimming confidence with guidance from a qualified instructor. Just come along between 10am -12 noon. Free. Tel 200 1045.
The Da Vinci Code (12A) Film 12.30 and 7.30 at the Whitley Bay Playhouse. £3.70. Tel 252 3505.
Exercise your Word Power with online Scrabble. Learn how to play on the internet with IT for All. 1pm at Age Concern North Tyneside, 13 Saville Street West, North Shields. Free but please book. Tel 0191 280 8484.
Undersea Safari Tynemouth’s Blue Reef Aquarium provides a spectacular introduction to the wonders of the world beneath the waves. We will take you on a tour including over 30 living displays featuring tropical shark’s octopus, seahorses, giant crabs and piranhas. Followed by an entertaining talk where you can meet a few of the creatures bringing the whole experience to life. 2pm. £2.95 including tour, talk and refreshments on production of programme. Please book in advance Tel 258 1031.
The Comedy of Errors – Shakespeare’s comic masterpiece of mistaken identity. Fast and furious fun with NTC Touring Theatre. 7.30pm at the Saville Exchange, North Shields. £5. Tel 252 3505.
Friday 13th
Introducing Computers –Learn about computers from 9.30 - 11.30am at Dudley Peoples Centre. Free but please book. Tel 200 8000.
ActiveAge Cycle Ride – Meet at the Rising Sun Countryside Centre at 10.30am to enjoy an easy ride along safe routes. (Bikes and helmets can be provided for £2). Bring your own bike/helmet and event is free. Please book – tel 287 7021.
Cycling Opportunities for All – have fun with adapted cycles suitable for all abilities. 2-3pm at The Parks Sports & Leisure Centre, North Shields. £2. Tel 0797 4720002
Singing in the... Pedestrian Tunnel! - If you have enjoyed singing in the shower come and enjoy the acoustics of the Pedestrian Tunnel under the Tyne, with songs from the Little Acorns at 2pm at the North entrance on Hadrian Road, (behind the Tyne Tunnel) and at 2.30pm at the South entrance. No seating. Free. Tel 280 8498. Arranged jointly with the Older People’s Festival in South Tyneside.
Age Takes Centre Stage Barn Dance with caller. Dance and laugh in good company. 7pm – Midnight at Wallsend Memorial Hall. Hosted by Churches Working Together Wallsend. Bar. Tickets £3 from the Bradbury Centre, 13 Saville St West, North Shields. Tel 280 8484.
Saturday 14th
The Comedy of Errors – Shakespeare’s comic masterpiece of mistaken identity. Fast and furious fun with NTC Touring Theatre. 7.30pm at The Buddle, Wallsend. £5. Tel 252 3505.
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Mon 16 - Sat 21 Oct,
Whitley Bay Operatic Society present Seven Brides for Seven Brothers. A rip-roaring, energetic production full of wonderful songs and spectacular dance routines as Adam Pontipee and his six misfit brothers search for happiness and success with women. 7.15pm, with Sat matinee at 2.30pm at Whitley Bay Playhouse. £8. Tel 252 3505.
Monday 16th
A Prince of Benefaction – discover the achievements of James Hall of Tynemouth including seamen’s pensions, the Master Mariner’s Homes and the life-saving invention of the Plimsoll Line! A talk by Eric Hollerton at 11am at the Fishermen’s Mission on Union Quay, North Shields. Donations. Tel 257 1316.
Knit Together Bring your own knitting or join in our knitting for good causes at a sociable afternoon from 1-3pm at Age Concern North Tyneside, 13 Saville Street West, North Shields. Beginners and advanced knitters welcome. Free. Tel 287 7027.
Ten Pin Bowling Challenge hosted by Heyday at 6.30pm at XS Superbowl, Whitley Road, Longbenton. Join in as an individual or bring a team of four to this fun competition. £8.50 including two games and a basket meal. Tel 252 4967
Enjoy an evening swim from 8-9pm at Whitley Bay Leisure Pool. Free. Tel 200 8540.
Tuesday 17th
Age Takes Centre Stage Awards sponsored by DFDS and Age Concern North Tyneside on board the “Queen of Scandinavia”. By invitation only.
Craft Club Open Day. – watch demonstrations of the craft activities the members enjoy throughout the year and have a go yourself. 1- 3pm at the Oxford Centre, Longebenton. Free. Tel 200 7540
5-0 Club for fitness – you can go at your own pace 1.30-2.30pm at the White Swan Centre, Killingworth. Please wear loose clothing and soft soled shoes. Free. Tel 200 8218.
Wednesday 18th
A Gospel Cabaret Lunch – hosted by the Salvation Army. 12 noon at St Paul’s Church, Willington Quay. Tickets £2.50, from the Bradbury Centre, North Shields or tel 289 1184.
Healthy Walk to Jesmond Dene. - meet at 12:30pm at the Oxford Centre, Longbenton for a two hour walk. Wear comfortable shoes and waterproof clothing if it is wet. Free, with refreshments afterwards. Tel 200 7540
Experiences of 'House-sitting' a talk by Mrs Blythe at the Tynemouth & North Shields Heyday Friendship Centre open meeting at Tynemouth Social Club, Front Street at 1.30pm. Free. Tel 259 2774
The Philosophical Conqueror of All Nations! – find out about the life and ideas of William Martin of Howdon in a talk by Eric Hollerton, Local Studies Librarian, at 2pm at Wallsend Library. Free. Tel 200 6968
Music Quiz and Afternoon Tea for everyone 50+ at 2pm at the White Swan Centre, Killingworth. Free but please book – tel 200 8328.
Cycling Opportunities for All – have fun with adapted cycles suitable for all abilities. 2-3pm at The Parks Sports & Leisure Centre, North Shields. £2. Tel 0797 4720002
Walk around Craster with ActiveAge – take a choice of shorter or longer walks. Bus leaves from North Shields at 9.30am. Please book. £10. Tel 280 8484.
Scottish Country Dancing Taster Session – if you like barn dancing come and learn some more country dances with this informal group at 8pm at St Andrew’s URC Hall, Eastfield Ave, Monkseaton. £1. Tel 252 2345.
Thursday 19th
Heyday Outing to Richmond, Hawes and Barnard Castle £10. Picking up at Killingworth, Shiremoor, Whitley Bay, North Shields, Wallsend and Newcastle. Please telephone Chris Cooper Travel (0191) 421 1894.
Get back in the swim at Wideopen Pool (at Greenfield Primary School, Wideopen). A great opportunity to improve your swimming confidence with guidance from a qualified instructor. Just come along between 10am -12 noon. Free. Tel 200 1045.
Pirates of the Caribbean 2 (PG 13) Film at Whitley Bay Playhouse 12.30pm. £3.70. Tel 252 3505.
Undersea Safari Tynemouth’s Blue Reef Aquarium provides a spectacular introduction to the wonders of the world beneath the waves. We will take you on a tour including over 30 living displays featuring tropical shark’s octopus, seahorses, giant crabs and piranhas. Followed by an entertaining talk where you can meet a few of the creatures bringing the whole experience to life. 2pm. £2.95 including tour, talk and refreshments on production of programme. Please book in advance Tel 258 1031.
Friday 20th
Introducing Computers –Learn about computers from 9.30 - 11.30am at Dudley Peoples Centre. Free but please book. Tel 200 8000.
Walk the Roman Roam Enjoy a new four mile walk (at a brisk pace it will take 1 hour 15 minutes) setting off at 10.30am from Segedunum Fort & Museum. Bring a picnic if it’s fine. Led by the Physical Activity Team. Free. To book call tel 200 5158.
Text Training - understand, send and receive text messages – bring your mobile phone along to Age Concern North Tyneside, 13 Saville Street West, North Shields. 1.30 – 2.30pm. Free but please book – tel 280 8484.
Cycling Opportunities for All – have fun with adapted cycles suitable for all abilities. 2-3pm at The Parks Sports & Leisure Centre, North Shields. £2. Tel 0797 4720002
Saturday 21st
Festival Tea Dance – a lovely afternoon of sequence dancing hosted by the Active Age Tea Dancers. 1.30-4pm at the Linskill Centre, North Shields. £2.50 including afternoon tea. Tickets available from Age Concern North Tyneside, 13 Saville Street West, North Shields. Tel 280 8484.
Sunday 22nd
Steam Special at the Stephenson Museum, Middle Engine Lane. Museum and café open 11am-4pm – ride the steam trains from 12.30 – 3pm. Trains and museum wheelchair friendly. Grandchildren welcome. Free. Tel 200 7146.
Monday 23rd
United 93 (15) film at Whitley Bay Playhouse 12.30 and 7.30. £3.70. Tel 252 3505.
Enjoy an evening swim from 8-9pm at Whitley Bay Leisure Pool. Free. Tel 200 8540.
Tuesday 24th
United 93 (15) film at Whitley Bay Playhouse 12.30 and 7.30. £3.70. Tel 252 3505
Wednesday 25th
Stroll with ActiveAge – meet at Hadrian Road Metro and walk the waggonways to the Rising Sun Country Park. 10.15am. Free. Tel 280 8484.
Tai Chi Taster with ActiveAge. 10.30am at Christ Church Parish Centre, North Shields. Free for beginners. Tel 280 8499.
Dudley Mineral Line Meander – join Heyday for a sociable short walk, meet at Dudley Peoples Centre for coffee at 11am. Free. Tel 259 2774
Pink Party for Breast Cancer Awareness. Games and entertainment in the pink, plus health checks and refreshments. Hosted by the Salvation Army Ladies Fellowship. 1.30pm at St Paul’s Church, Willington Quay. £1. Tel 289 1184.
Cycling Opportunities for All – have fun with adapted cycles suitable for all abilities. 2-3pm at The Parks Sports & Leisure Centre, North Shields. £2. Tel 0797 4720002
Thursday 26th
Heyday Outing to Leeds £10. Picking up at Killingworth, Shiremoor, Whitley Bay, North Shields, Wallsend and Newcastle. Please telephone Chris Cooper Travel for availability (0191) 421 1894.
Get back in the swim at Wideopen Pool (at Greenfield Primary School, Wideopen). A great opportunity to improve your swimming confidence with guidance from a qualified instructor. Just come along between 10am -12 noon. Free. Tel 200 1045.
The Silent Movie Show Re-live the experience of the silent movies with two classic films of the 1920s accompanied by James Harpham on piano. 2.30 and 7.30 at the Saville Exchange. £5. Tel 252 3505.
Salsacise – exercise with salsa, no partner needed. 8.15-9.15pm at the White Swan Centre, Killingworth. Please wear loose clothing and soft soled shoes. Free. Tel 200 8218.
Old Whitley Bay and Monkseaton in a slide show by Eric Hollerton, Local Studies Librarian. 2pm at the Age Concern Centre (opposite Whitley Bay Library). Hosted by Age Concern North Tyneside’s Our Lives Reminiscence Group. £1 including refreshments. Tel 280 8484.
Undersea Safari Tynemouth’s Blue Reef Aquarium provides a spectacular introduction to the wonders of the world beneath the waves. We will take you on a tour including over 30 living displays featuring tropical shark’s octopus, seahorses, giant crabs and piranhas. Followed by an entertaining talk where you can meet a few of the creatures bringing the whole experience to life. 2pm. £2.95 including tour, talk and refreshments on production of programme. Please book in advance Tel 258 1031.
Friday 27th
Introducing Computers –Learn about computers from 9.30 - 11.30am at Dudley Peoples Centre. Free but please book. Tel 200 8000.
Wallsend Pensioners’ Social with dancing, refreshments, quiz and prizes 1-4pm at Wallsend Memorial Hall, Frank Street. Tickets £2 from Wallsend Peoples Centre or the Bradbury Centre, North Shields or tel 263 5570.
Enjoy the choral delights of the Little Acorns Singing Group at the Oxford Centre, West Farm Ave, Longbenton. Drop in at the Café from 2pm and why not take up a free health check at the same time? Free. Tel 200 7540.
Cycling Opportunities for All – have fun with adapted cycles suitable for all abilities. 2-3pm at The Parks Sports & Leisure Centre, North Shields. £2. Tel 0797 4720002
Saturday 28th
Older People’s Health Information Day - a wide range of displays, demonstrations and health checks from 10am – 1pm at North Shields Methodist Church, Hawkey’s Lane. Organised by North Shields Live at Home Scheme. Free. Refreshments available. Tel 272 8368
Big Dog Walk – an inter-generational walk with dogs from the Benton Dog & Cat Shelter – or bring your own dog to join them. Organised by VODA Volunteer Centre. Meet at 11am outside the Shelter, Benton North Farm, Benton Lane. Refreshments provided, ends 2pm. Free. Tel 200 8567.
Monday 30th
Bums and Tums Exercise – go at your own pace 9.45-10.45am at the White Swan Centre, Killingworth. Please wear loose clothing and soft soled shoes. Free. Tel 200 8218.
Enjoy an evening swim from 8-9pm at Whitley Bay Leisure Pool. Free. Tel 200 8540.
Tuesday 31st
Ten Pin Bowling Challenge hosted by Heyday at 11am at XS Superbowl, Whitley Road, Longbenton. Join in as an individual or bring a team of four to this fun competition. £4 for two games and tea/coffee. Tel 252 4967
5-0 Club for fitness, with free health checks. Go at your own pace 1.30-2.30pm at the White Swan Centre, Killingworth. Please wear loose clothing and soft soled shoes. Free. Tel 200 8218.
This page was last updated on 11 August 2006.
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