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The MacKay Centre organizes programs and activities each week. You can keep up to date with our programs by viewing our monthly Event Calendar, by downloading our monthly Newsletter ‘The MacKay Messenger’ or by checking out our Community Calendar in the Goderich Signal Star. Some of our most popular programs include our weekly dining program ‘The MacKay Meal deal’, Euchre & Bridge, Tai Chi and Fitness Classes, Footcare Clinic, Choir and Senior Games.

The MacKay Centre is an excellent facility for large and small gatherings, such as open houses, birthday/anniversary parties, wedding/bridal showers, meetings, seminars etc… We offer reasonable rates - our centre is close to downtown Goderich and is fully accessible. Please call us 519-524-6660 for more information and rental inquiries.

MacKay Meal Deal

Join us Tuesday’s at 12:00p.m. and enjoy a hot, delicious three course meal served family style served to your table. Free transportation is available. Call Kathleen at 519-524-6660 by Monday noon to reserve. Cost - $9.00. Gift Certificates available from the office – may be used for any Tuesday Meal Deal.

*Download our Newsletter for this month’s menu.


MacKay Choristers

MacKay Choristers meet every Thursday at 9 a.m. in the auditorium of MacKay Centre. 2 sessions per year – September to December & February to June. The choir performs at the Sound of Goderich in May and also in the Goderich Christmas Concert in December. In October they present a Cabaret. They also entertain at local nursing homes.

For information regarding registration fees please call President Ann Capper at 519-524-9209. New members are always welcome.


MacKay Fitness

Seniors Fitness & Strength Training

Class Times:
Monday 10:30a.m. – 11:30a.m.
Wednesday 9:30a.m. – 10:30a.m.
Friday 10:30a.m. – 11:30a.m.

Instructors: Irene Gordon & Kathleen Buckley

Fees: $45.00

*For more information contact - Kathleen Buckley 519-524-6660


Tai - Chi

Cultivating Mind & Body – Taoist Tai-Chi society internal arts of Tai Ji Quan is a gentle set of movements that promotes health and well-being for people of all ages in all heath conditions.

Senior Classes:     Monday’s & Friday’s 9:00a.m. – 10:30a.m.
Open Classes:       Thursday Evenings 7:00p.m. – 9:00p.m.
Beginner Classes are offered in the fall & late winter

*For more information contact
Clarence Denomme 519-524-2381 / Sandra Bilson 519-524-2390


Cards

Bridge - Monday’s at 1:00p.m. 
Euchre Tournament – Every 4th Sunday of the month at 1:00p.m.
Lunch and Cards every 2nd Wednesday,
Euchre & 500, Lunch at 12:30 p.m.
Bid Euchre/Pepper – Thursdays at 1:30 p.m.

Call to register with a partner – Lunch served at 3:30p.m. $6.00 each

*Download our Newsletter for up-coming Card Parties!

The Goderich Art Club

The club meets every Wednesday at 1 p.m. Special workshops are offered throughout the year. Their annual art sale and show is held at MacKay Centre in August.

For more information call Liz Schweitzer at 519-482-5623


Children's Theatre Company

The Children’s Theatre Company resides here at MacKay Hall.  Under the dynamic direction of Jennifer A. Black, the Children’s Theatre group is comprised of young people from ages 5 to 12 who share an interest in live theatre.  The group develops its own theatrical presentation or adapts and existing one and presents a public performance of their effort.  Consider joining the Children’s Theatre Co.

*For more information contact – Jennifer A. Black 519-524-1819 / jblack@cabletv.on.ca


Ontario Horticultural Association

Since 1906, the Ontario Horticultural Association (OHA) has led Ontarians in all things horticultural. Our organization is an integral part of this province’s cultural fabric. The OHA of Goderich has been maintaining the beautiful gardens at The MacKay Centre for over 10 years.  We meet every 3rd Tuesday of each month between April and December at The MacKay Centre – Time: 7:30p.m. Fees: - $7.00

*For more information contact – Vicky Culbert at 519-524-5321 / www.gardenontario.org


Footcare Clinic

Held the second Wednesday of each month. 8:30 a.m. to 12 noon. No appointment necessary. Please bring your own towel. Fee: $15.00

Call Joan at 519-395-2221 for an appointment.


Nia

Nia combines martial arts, dance and healing arts like yoga with music, danced in bare feet or soft soled shoes.

Perfect for anyone who loves music, loves to dance and have fun.

Instructor:  Ruth Percy
Call 519-524-2252 for more information

Thursdays 5:30p.m. – 6:30 p.m. 
$50 for a  week pass/$10 drop in fee.

 
 


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