The group uses the Alice & Fraser Recreation Centre as a home-base but also uses other facilities within LV for various activities.
About the group:
- Programming runs from Monday to Friday from September to May.
- Examples of program offerings: pickle ball, yoga, cultural excursions, coffee chats, music jams, cycling, ATVing and more!
- LV residents and surrounding area aged 50+ are welcome to join
- This is a membership-based group
- Memberships are $25 and run from September to August and are not prorated
- New memberships are $25 and renewal memberships are $25
Note: If purchasing a membership and paying online, a 2.5% convenience fee will be applied.
Become a member
The purpose of the membership is to off-set the cost of programming. A membership is required to participate in most programming although, if an event requires a certain amount of participants it would be open to members first and if any spots are remaining, it would then be open to non-members. There are several events the LV50+F&F promotes that are open to the general public of any age such as Thursday Night Euchre and the Bi-Weekly Music Jams.
Become a member here
Renew membership here
Paper copies of the membership application are available upon request by emailing fitandfeisty50@gmail.com or by visiting the Township Office at 460 Witt Road between 8:30am – 4:00pm from Monday to Friday.
For more information please contact the group directly by calling 613-735-4240, email or follow them on Facebook.
Coffee Culture Connect Program Events and Topics
September 11, 2024
“Walking Trails in the Valley”
As fall approaches, historical local trails will be highlighted along with the Laurentian Valley Four Seasons Trail.
September 25, 2024
“Madawaska Valley Tours”
Madawaska Studio Tours (Summer and Fall) will introduce, explain, and display products produced by local artists from various cultures.
October 9, 2024
“Quebec, Our Neighbour Across the River”
A presenter will highlight the cultural and other resources as well as talents we have shared and continue to share by virtue of the inter-provincial bridge.
Saturday October 19, 2024 Petawawa Heritage Village
“Farming Techniques of the Early 1900s”
Petawawa Heritage Village showcases historical area buildings. An original one room school house was moved and reassembled, including original student’s desks. Numerous other original buildings have been moved and reassembled on site as well. Pioneer methods of accomplishing tasks are displayed; spinning yarn, forging in a blacksmith shop, carpentry.
November 13, 2024
“The Kichissippi River”
The significance of the Kichissippi River (Ottawa River) for local trade, commerce, society, and the Indigenous communities that traveled the river will be presented.
December 11, 2024
“Holiday Traditions Around the World”
Local guest speakers from different backgrounds and cultures will present and share their special holiday traditions, including some of their traditional holiday treats.
January 15, 2025
“How Seniors in Rural areas can reduce the stress associated with medical, out-of-travel, and digital information”
A presenter, knowledgeable with rural, health care will present “How-Tos” and tips for seniors, such as how to contact the Handibus for trips to out-of-town appointments, how to locate the video link for virtual doctor appointments, how to access and print medical correspondence, and bringing someone to appointments to help listen to instructions.
January 22, 2025
“Pride in Renfrew County”
The Renfrew County School Board and/or Pflag Renfrew County will talk about growing up 2SLGBTQIA+ and address questions and concerns from seniors struggling with how to support 2SLGBTQIA+ in their family/community/school, as well as how to be a potential ally.
February 12, 2025
Black Heritage Month
A local entrepreneur will present on highlights and challenges of growing up in a different culture, moving to the Ottawa Valley and starting a food business in a small rural community. There will be a demonstration on how to make Caribbean food with a North American twist!
March 5, 2025
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“Eastern Indian Culture”
A local East Indian business owner will present why the Ottawa Valley was selected to start a business, including their highlights and challenges. They will also share music, dance and a taste of East Indian cuisine.
September Events
Please find a list of September events listed below. For more information, please contact the group directly.
LV 50+ F&F September 2024 Calendar
Facebook: Laurentian Valley 50+ Fit and Feisty Email/etransfer: fitandfeisty50@gmail.com
Website: www.lvtownship.ca/en/explore-and-play/lv50-fit-feisty
Mail: 1 Henan Rd. Pembroke ON K8A6W8 Call/text: 613-735-4240
PICKLEBALL
Open to members only - $2.00 Bring indoor shoes. Register on PlayTime Scheduler.
Mon Sept 9, 16, 23, 30
Zion Lutheran Church 454 Millar St. Pembroke
Morning Sessions: 8:30–10:00am or 10:00–11:30am Evening Sessions: 6:00–7:30pm or 7:30–9:00pm
(NOTE Sept 9 evening session is 7:30- 9:00pm only)
Tues Sept 3 & 10 @ 9am Wed Sept 4 & 11 @ 6pm Thurs Sept 5 & 12 @9am OUTSIDE at A&F Rec Centre 1 Henan Rd
CYCLING
MONDAY @ 2PM GENTLE RIDE. We have new easy peddle bikes to borrow. Contact Kathy @ 613-633-1432
Sept 9 Civic Centre Petawawa Sept 16 Yantha’s Cycle Sept 30 Dundonald Hall Petawawa
TUESDAY @ 9:00am
Sept 3 Yantha’s Cycle 499 TV Tower Rd 10th Meath Hill 17th Marina Pembroke Sept 24 Civic Centre Petawawa
MUSIC JAMS
Sept. 10 & 24 @ 1pm A&F Rec Centre 1 Henan Road
Bring your instrument and join in the fun. Audience is welcome to enjoy the music & sing along.
Membership is not required. Open to all ages. $2.00 For inquires contact Monique @ 343-544-7471 or trahanmonique5@gmail.com
CORNHOLE
Every Tues @ 6:15 Rockwood Public School 11588 Round Lake Road $2.00 Bring indoor shoes.
GOLF
Please note* You must register with Randy @ 416-508-1449 by the date indicated. All fees are paid directly to the golf club.
Sept 3 10:30 Roanoak Golf Club – register by Aug 28th Golf $20, Cart $12 including tax
Sept 10 10am Whitetail Golf Club – register by Sept 4th Golf $20, Cart $12 plus tax
Sept 17 10am Oaks of Cobden – register by Sept 11th Golf $20, Cart $8 plus tax
Sept 23 4pm Nine & Dine Pembroke Golf Club – register by Sept 17th Golf $20, Cart $10, Dinner $20 plus tax
COFFEE CONNECT - Every Wednesday @ 10am A&F Rec Centre 1 Henan Road
Join us a walk at 9am from the Rec Centre. Then enjoy a coffee, socializing and a brief presentation.
Sept 4 Welcome back – Meet & Greet Sept 11 Walking Trails in the Valley
Sept 18 County Woodlands Sept 25 Madawaska Valley FALL Tour
September Coffee Sponsors – George & Marlene Campbell
DRUMS ALIVE with Zya - Best Western Pembroke
Come & try it out. The first class is FREE. Remaining 5 weeks for $25 from Sept 5 – Oct 3rd.
Sign up with Randy @ 416-508-1449 Note* Limited numbers
ATV RUNS
Sept 5th 10am TROUT LAKE – no trail pass needed – Free BBQ by KeyMac Motorsports Do not need to register
Sept 19 – 20 10am BARRY’S BAY OVERNIGHT STAY – trail pass needed – bring lunch – Reserve Ash Grove Inn 613-756-7672
Both of these runs start at the A&F Rec Centre Members Only
SHUFFLEBOARD
Every Thurs starting Sept. 12 @1pm St. Timothy’s Church 503 Alfred St. Pembroke $2.00 Bring indoor shoes.
SPECIAL EVENT- Fri Sept 13 HIKING & KAYAKING/CANOEING BONNECHERE PROVINCIAL PARK
10am Hiking the McNaughton Trail followed by a picnic lunch (pack your lunch)
12pm Kayaking/canoeing. (Kayak/canoe/paddleboard rental available $35)
There is a $18 charge per vehicle to enter the park. $14.50 for 65 & over. Fit & Feisty will reimburse your fee.
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