Dates: Jul 4, 11, 2013 Time: 7:00 pm Location: First†Metropolitan United Church Summer is here and summer movie nights at First Met is returning with two wonderful films: Jul 4: The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel follows a group of British retirees who decide to “outsource” their retirement to India. Enticed by advertisements for the newly [...]
Dates: Aug 8, 15, 22 and 29, 2013 Time: 7:00 to 9:00 pm Location: First†Metropolitan United Church Would you like to write solely for the joy of writing? Are you craving time and space dedicated to you, your pen, and notebook? Experience how writing can be healing when you focus on the act and not [...]
Summer Strollers at Willows Beach Date: Thursdays from mid-May to September Time(s): 10:30 to 11:45 a.m Location: Willows Beach, Oak Bay This popular strolling program is for folks who like to stroll and enjoy the views. Some bring their canes, others their walkers, and yet others are just a little slower than they were 5 [...]
Dates: May 2, 9, 16 and 23, 2013 Time: 7:oo pm Location: Rm 200, First†Metropolitan United Church Have you wanted to sing in the choir? Have you been reluctant to come forward because of the time commitment or because you are unsure whether you have the musical ability? Thursday, May 2nd we start a new [...]
Dates: Jun 28-30, 2013 Location: Camp Pringle, Shawnigan Lake, BC Registration for our very popular congregational camp at Camp Pringle is now open. Campers of all ages are welcome to join us for this time of community and fun, fun fun! This is our 11th year! The theme for this, our 11th anniversary, year is [...]
Dates: Mondays, Apr 22 to June 27 Time: 10:30 to 11:30 am Location: First Met Chapel Come and join us for one or more sessions of gentle yoga with instructor Linda Cunliff. Those who have never practiced yoga are welcome. Cost is $5 per session or by donation.
Date: May 15, 2013 Time: 10:00 am to Noon, followed by lunch and discussion Location: First†Metropolitan United Church Are you planning to downsize? Or are you wanting to declutter your home and simplify? Stephanie Deakin, of RE-ORGANIZED! PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZING SERVICES will present a two hour workshop, including some processes of how to get the job [...]
Date: Feb 21, 2013 Times: 2:00 pm, repeated 6:00 pm Location: First†Metropolitan United Church Jane Harding, Financial Development Officer for the United Church will present a lively, thought-provoking presentation on wills, life insurance annuities and ways to minimize taxes and fees in your estate. There will be time for questions. This 90 minute workshop will [...]
Date: Jan 24, 2012 Time: 1:00 pm Location: Chapel, First†Metropolitan United Church Starting on Jan 24, a support group for those who are caring for someone at home or in a facility who have dementia will be offered. Co-sponsored with the Alzheimer’s Society, this group will be facilitated by Emily MacDonald, Parish Nurse/Health and Wellness [...]
Dates: Six Tuesdays, Feb 12 to Mar 19, 2013 Time: 1:00 to 3:00 pm Location: First†Metropolitan United Church This inspiring six week program for spiritual growth empowers us to live our daily lives as joyful, sacred journeys. On the Sage-ing journey, we discover the special holiness of this life cycle. this class offers powerful contemplative [...]