We are finally able to say goodbye to 2020, one of the most challenging years most of us can remember.

I wish you all a very happy and healthy New Year and look forward to seeing you again in 2021.

Norm Goldstein – President of the Thornhill Seniors Club

“To ALL of our Members…this past year has been a real test for everyone. No social gatherings at the Club, no participation in any of the Club’s many activities, no dropping in to say Hi and to see the faces of friends and dedicated Volunteers who help to create the friendly atmosphere that exists at the Club. Instead, we’ve had to change our lifestyle and adapt to ensure the safety of ourselves and everyone else around us. So as the year comes to a close, my wish is that the new year will bring a renewed sense of hope for an eventual safe reopening of the Club that our Members rely on for support and friendship. Thank you for all your support and I look forward to when we can all get together again. So, on behalf of myself and the TSC Board of Management, I would like to extend Seasons Greetings for the Holiday Season and Best Wishes for 2021 to all of you, your families and friends. Take care and stay safe.“
– Don Tai

“MARKHAM, ON – December 21, 2020 – Today, the Government of Ontario announced a Province-wide Shutdown, effective on Saturday, December 26 at 12:01AM. Together with the rest of southern Ontario, Markham will remain in shutdown until Saturday, January 23, 2021.

The GREY-LOCKDOWN stage restrictions as set out in the Province’s Keeping Ontario Safe and Open COVID-19 response framework remain in effect for the City of Markham. However, the Province-wide Shutdown has added further restrictions that must also be observed.” Read details HERE.

As most of you are aware, beginning today, the City of Markham has moved to the GREY-LOCKDOWN Zone for an estimated period of 28 days.

The Thornhill Community Centre is now closed and all City of Markham in person programs have been cancelled (Pickleball, Table Tennis, Snooker, etc.). Visit the City website or call 905-477-5530 or email customerservice@markham.ca for more information on City facilities, programs and services.

Visit York Region Public Health for details of the new GREY-Zone restrictions here.

To our friends celebrating the Festival of Lights..

Wishing you and your family much peace, happiness and good health!

A limited number of 2021 B.A.S.S.I.C. Safe Seniors Calendars will be available for pickup at the main door of the Thornhill Seniors Club (facing John Street) this Wednesday December 9th between 10:30am-12pm.

Any remaining copies will be available through the Library (facing Bayview) during their business hours or you can download the calendar here.

With the recent wintery weather we thought it was a good time to remind everyone of the City of Markham’s current offering of free or discounted Older Adult Activities at the Thornhill Community Centre.  These include Indoor Walking, Knitting & Crochet/Crafts (really just small social groups where you can do anything you like) and Snooker.

General Adult programs such as Table Tennis, Pickleball and Badminton are also available.

All of these activities must be pre-registered online or by phone and are being run with COVID safety protocols in place.  Space is limited.  If interested, see the City of Markham  on-line registration or call their Registration Desk during business hours at 905-477-5530 where they will be happy to assist you.

Please share this information with fellow Members who may not have access to the internet. 

It is with an extremely heavy heart that we report the passing of long time TSC Volunteer, Gayle Ellis, on Sunday November 9th after battling a long illness.

Before the Thornhill Seniors Club was formed, for years Gayle was a key member of  The Golden 50’s Club – a Seniors group which ran activities in the Thornhill Community Centre.  This group eventually merged with TSC where Gayle was instrumental in the successful growth of our Club and it’s many activities, namely Osteofit, Bridge, Euchre and Bingo, where she also enjoyed convening.  Adding to that, Gayle became the Lead Volunteer of our Membership Desk where she volunteered her time 5 days a week to ensure the Club ran smoothly, rarely missing a day over 10+ years.

Gayle was always a great advocate for Seniors, often taking on the task of arranging petitions or contacting City council to fight for Seniors issues.  Her strong convictions and tireless dedication brought about many positive changes that Seniors in our community enjoy today.

Gayle was also a person who truly cared about others.  She was the first to arrange birthday, sympathy and get well soon cards for fellow Members.  She kept a close record of birthdays, so suprise celebration cakes at TSC were not uncommon thanks to Gayle.  She made the time to keep in touch with people, particularly some of the most vulnerable, who she showed a great sensitivity toward.  In fact, we have heard from Members that during this pandemic, Gayle had been one of few people who cared enough to call to see how they were doing, despite struggling with her own health.

Those privileged to know Gayle well knew that if you ever needed help with anything; whether to lend a hand, fight in your corner or boost your morale, she was there for you rain or shine.  She was strong, intelligent, honest, loyal and dependable with a true heart of gold.

We honour Gayle for her tremendous contribution to the Club over the years.  She will be sorely missed and fondly remembered by her many friends at TSC.

 

            See details here.