Senior / Special Events

6 programs under category Senior / Special Events.
55639.101KT Italian Cooking Class
Age: Senior (55-99) Instructor: TBA (open/max.): 0/25
Calabria was occupied by many invading forces including Greek, Romans, French, Spanish and Arabs -all of which added to the traditional dishes of this area. The food of Calabria is simple: pastas and vegetables, complimented by olive oil and sausages. Come and help Rho and her friends teach us how to make a simple pasta dish. The various kinds of olive oil and its uses will be discussed. We will also enjoy some snacks of the region.
Start: Mar 24 End: Mar 24 Time: 2:00pm - 3:00pm  
Days: - - - W - - - Fee: $3
55640.103KT Italian Lunch Celebration
Age: Senior (55-99) Instructor: Catered Art Mark Halyk (open/max.): 1/50
Our Italian Luncheon will sell out fast. Come and enjoy some of the traditional dishes of the region including antipasti, a pasta favourite, a typical vegetable dish and a dessert. We will be using paper plates for this event - if you wish you can bring your own plates and utencils. 48 hours notice is required to cancel any programs to receive any refund.
Start: Mar 26 End: Mar 26 Time: 12:30pm - 2:30pm  
Days: - - - - - F - Fee: $10
55638.102KT Italian Presentation
Age: Senior (55-99) Instructor: Rho Tuttle (open/max.): 22/50
Families with Italian roots have made a rich contribution to Vancouver's history. We will be celebrating the Region of Calabria, the ancestral home of many local families. Come and learn about the region from its history, culture, food, to its famous tourist destinations. Several of our seniors will share their stories of their journey and settlement in Canada.
Start: Mar 17 End: Mar 17 Time: 2:00pm - 3:00pm  
Days: - - - W - - - Fee: $2
55642.102KT Ukrainian Cooking Class
Age: Senior (55-99) Instructor: TBA (open/max.): 6/25
Ukrainian food trademarks are cabbage rolls and perogies. Come and learn how to make the smaller Ukrainian version of the cabbage roll and a typical Ukrainian dessert. We will taste these and other specialities.
Start: Apr 21 End: Apr 21 Time: 2:00pm - 3:00pm  
Days: - - - W - - - Fee: $3
55643.103KT Ukrainian Lunch Celebration
Age: Senior (55-99) Instructor: TBA (open/max.): 1/50
Come and enjoy a home cooked meal prepared by our local families, who will be serving a traditional holiday meal including soup, salad, main course and dessert. The music, songs and dance will be celebrated as well.
Start: Apr 23 End: Apr 23 Time: 12:30pm - 2:30pm  
Days: - - - - - F - Fee: $10
55641.101KT Ukrainian Presentation
Age: Senior (55-99) Instructor: TBA (open/max.): 20/50
More than 1 million Ukrainians and their descendants live in Canada. In Vancouver, we are blessed with a well organized Ukrainian community, who annually share their rich culture with us. Learn from them and our local seniors about their culture, their journey to Canada and their settlement stories in various parts of our country including Manitoba.
Start: Apr 16 End: Apr 16 Time: 2:00pm - 3:00pm  
Days: - - - - - F - Fee: $2
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