Aging Well Month 2026

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Digital Programs 

It's possible to participate in Aging Well Month activities without leaving the comfort of your home!

 Senior Centre Without Walls

Join us for Seniors Centre Without Walls (SCWW), online programming that's delivered in a fun, engaging & interactive atmosphere over Zoom. No registration is required. Check out the June SCWW Calendar

To join using Zoom

Meeting ID: 936-9272-5495

Passcode: SCWW55+001

To join by phone

Dial: 647-558-0588

Meeting ID: 936-9272-5495#

Participant ID Number Passcode: 1409113169#

 TOA - Driving Safely into Your Older Years - Friday, June 5 at 10 a.m. 
Please note: This activity has been moved online to a Zoom platform.

Join the Ministry of Transportation as they go over driving statistics, tips, renewal requirements for adults over 80 and more!

*Register by clicking the button below or by calling any of our three community centres. 

Register now!

TOA - Hearing Loss and Home Safety - Thursday, June 11 at 9:00 a.m.  

This presentation explores the connection between hearing loss and home safety for older adults. Key slides cover the increased risk of falls related to hearing loss, essential home safety devices, common hazards to watch out for, and practical tips for wearing and maintaining hearing aids. The goal is to empower individuals and caregivers with knowledge and tools to create a safer living environment and enhance quality of life. This presentation will be hosted online via a Zoom platform. 

*Register by clicking the button below or by calling any of our three community centres. 

Register now!

 
In-Person Programs (Registration Opens on May 20 at 9:00 a.m.)

From trivia to dance and everything in between, we've got an activity in June that is sure to pique your interest. 

 APL - Estate Planning - Thursday, June 4 at 10 a.m.

Location: APL, Main Branch

Learn ways to minimize probate fees, set up joint accounts with adult children, make estate donations to charity and other strategies to ensure an easy,

tax-efficient transition of your wealth to the next generation.

*Register at ajaxlibrary.ca or call 905-683-4000. Registration is required.

TOA - Line Dancing: Beginner - Friday, June 5 at 3:15 p.m.

Location: MCC, Community Hall

Dancing is a fun, social way of staying healthy and improving our coordination & balance. Join us for basic steps and learn a few beginner dances at a relaxed pace. Enjoy mastering a new skill. Registration is required.

*Register by clicking the button below or by calling any of our three community centres. 

Register now!

TOA - Line Dancing: Intermediate - Saturday, June 6 at 10 a.m.

Location: ACC, Commodores Room

Dancing is a fun, social way of staying healthy and improving our coordination & balance. This class is for experienced dancers who are looking to learn more intermediate steps. Registration is required.

*Register by clicking the button below or by calling any of our three community centres. 

Register now!

APL - Cultural Cinema: The Great Escaper - Tuesday, June 9 at 1:30 p.m.

Location: APL, Main Branch - Rotary Room

Bernard Jordan escapes from his care home to attend the 70th Anniversary of the D-Day Landings in France. Starring Michael Caine and Glenda Jackson.

*Register at ajaxlibrary.ca or call 905-683-4000. Registration is required.

TOA/APL - Trivia Night - Friday, June 12 at 6:30 p.m.

Location: St. Francis Centre (76 Church Street)

Enjoy a night of fun, while we take a blast to the past with trivia questions. Participants will go head-to-head with others. Snacks will be provided. Please note: No alcohol at this event.

*Register by clicking the button below or by calling any of our three community centres. 

Register now!

APL - Felting Workshop - Saturday, June 13 at 10 a.m.

Location: APL, Main Branch - Rotary Room

Enjoy a cozy and creative needle felting session where you’ll learn the basics of how to create some lovely felted pieces. This hands-on workshop is a great way to destress, explore a new craft and connect with fellow makers. This workshop is beginner-friendly and all materials are provided. No experience necessary.

*Register at ajaxlibrary.ca or call 905-683-4000. Registration is required.

TOA - Leaf it to Nature - Tuesday, June 16 at 10 a.m.

Location: ACC, HMS Room

Let’s explore the relationship between Nature and your Health. What are the benefits of getting outside? What environment and sounds of nature do you prefer? We will look at studies done all over the world on the health benefits nature can provide and what you can do yourself to profit from this exposure to our natural world.

*Register by clicking the button below or by calling any of our three community centres. 

Register now!

APL - Armchair Travel: Provence - Tuesday, June 16 at 1:30 p.m.

Location: APL, Main Branch - Rotary Room

Slowing down the pace a bit, we’re taking a leisurely tour of this sun-drenched region in the southeastern part of France.

*Register at ajaxlibrary.ca or call 905-683-4000. Registration is required.

TOA - Fit Minds - Thursday, June 18 at 11 a.m.

Location: MCC, Community Room 3

Join the team from Chartwell as they go over tips and tricks on how to keep the brain healthy as you age!

*Register by clicking the button below or by calling any of our three community centres. 

Register now!

TOA - Retirement Income Management and Investing - Friday, June 19 at 10 a.m.

Location: MCC, Community Hall

Join John from the Retirement Income Group as he shares some tips when it comes to retirement income investing and how that applies to those who are retired.

*Register by clicking the button below or by calling any of our three community centres. 

Register now!

TOA/APL - Tai Chi Walking - Saturday, June 20 at 10 a.m.

Location: APL, Main Branch

Tai chi walking is a low-impact exercise in mindful movement that helps improve balance and joint stability while strengthening the muscles in the legs, ankles and hips. With practice, it is ideal for injury prevention and fall reduction in older adults. We’ll go through the basics, which are suitable for all fitness levels.

*Register at ajaxlibrary.ca or call 905-683-4000. Registration is required.

TOA - Jeopardy - Tuesday, June 23 at 10 a.m.

Location: MCC, Community Hall

Join the team from Parkland as they plan a morning of fun with a classic game of Jeopardy. There will be a prize for the winner!

*Register by clicking the button below or by calling any of our three community centres. 

Register now!

TOA/APL - Cooking Demo - Wednesday, June 24 at 12 p.m.

Location: ARC, Community Room

Join registered dietitian Lisa Ireland who will be facilitating an interactive workshop. Lisa will provide a variety of ideas/options for well balanced meals while talking about the importance of each food group. Light lunch will be offered. Please note this is not an allergy free zone.

*Register by clicking the button below or by calling any of our three community centres. 

Register now!

TOA - Art Workshop - Thursday, June 25 at 10 a.m.

Location: MCC, Community Room 3

Register for a painting session with Carol, who will provide step-by-step instructions. Supplies will be provided during this workshop. Limited spaces are available. Registration is required.

*Register by clicking the button below or by calling any of our three community centres. 

Register now!

TOA - Your Life, Your Legacy - Monday, June 29 at 10:00 a.m.

Location: ACC, HMS Room

Planning ahead is simple. The benefits are immense. When you plan ahead you can design every detail of your own final tribute and protect your loved ones from unnecessary emotional and financial burden. Come join the team from Dignity Memorial and find out how. There will be a prize draw during this session with some light refreshments.

*Register by clicking the button below or by calling any of our three community centres. 

Register now!

TOA - Let's Do Lunch: Tim Westhead - Tuesday, June 30 at 11:00 a.m.

Location: Pickering Village Senior Centre (29 Linton Avenue)

Join movie buff Tim Westhead to find out what’s beyond the silver screen! Enjoy discovering new and classic films that combine comedy with drama, including It Happened One Night, The Apartment and Catch Me If You Can, and make your love for film a more rewarding experience!

*Register by clicking the button below or by calling any of our three community centres. 

Register now!

Calendar of Events

June

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

1

 

2

TOA:

Seniors' BBQ

(11:30 a.m.)

 

3

 

4

APL:

Estate Planning

(10 a.m.)

5

TOA: 

Driving Safely Into Your Older Years 

(10 a.m.)

 

TOA: Line Dancing - Beginner

(3:15 p.m.)

6

TOA: Line Dancing - Intermediate

(10 a.m.)

 

 

 

 

 

 

8

 

 

9

APL:

Cultural Cinema

(1:30 p.m.)

10

 

11

TOA:

Hearing Loss and Home Safety

(9:00 a.m.)

 

12

TOA/APL:

Trivia Night

(6:30 p.m.) 

13

APL:

Felting Workshop

(10 a.m.) 

 

 

 

 

 

15

 

 

16

TOA:

Leaf it to Nature

(10 a.m.)

 

APL:

Armchair Travel - Provence

(1:30 p.m.)

 

17

 

18

TOA:

Fit Minds

(11 a.m.) 

19

TOA:

Retirement Income Management and Investing

(10 a.m.)

 

 

20

TOA/APL:

Tai Chi Walking

(10 a.m.) 

 

 

 

22

 

 

 

23

TOA:

Jeopardy

(10:30 a.m.)

24

TOA:

Cooking Demo 

(12:00 p.m.)

25

TOA:

Art Workshop

(10 a.m.) 

 

 

 

 

 

26 

27 

 

29

TOA:

Your Life, Your Legacy

(10 a.m.)

 

 

 

 

30

TOA:

Let's Do Lunch - Tim Westhead

(11 a.m.)

 

     

APL: Ajax Public Library

SCWW: Seniors' Centre Without Walls

TOA: Town of Ajax

Seniors' BBQ

People enjoying a barbecue

Come by to celebrate Aging Well Month at the Seniors' BBQ.

This event includes a free lunch, community vendors, entertainment and more!

No registration is required however we will have food tickets will be available onsite. Spaces are limited. 

On the menu: Hamburgers and Hotdogs. Vegetarian/Vegan, Halal, and Gluten Free options are available. 

Tuesday, June 2, 2026 | 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. | Audley Recreation Centre, Community Hall & Fairgrounds

 Busing Details

Seniors BBQ – Tuesday June 2, 2026

Audley Recreation Centre - 1955 Audley Rd. Ajax, ON

1. Pick up at Ajax Community Centre (75 Centennial Rd.) 10:40am

2. Pick up at Ashley Manor (40 Kitney Dr.) 10:50am

3. Pick up at St. Andrew's Community Centre/Ajax Seniors Friendship Centre (46 Exeter Rd.) 11:00am

4. Pickup at Harwood Manor (655 Harwood Ave. S.) 11:05am

5.  Pick up at Westwood Manor (960 Westney Rd. S) 11:10am

6.  Pick up at Village Garden Condominiums (92 Church St.) 11:15am

7.  Pick up at Pickering Village Seniors Centre (29 Linton Ave.) 11:20am

8. Pick up at McLean Community Centre (95 Magill Rd.) 11:25am

9. Depart from Audley Recreation Centre 1:30pm (1955 Audley Rd.)

Thank you to our supporting sponsor Steve and Amanda's No Frills 

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