Penrith City Council is encouraging seniors to get ready for 2011 Seniors Week, featuring a colourful concert on Thursday 24 March.Embracing the theme of ‘Live Life!
It’s time to Shine’, the concert and celebratory morning tea will honour the diverse contributions of our senior residents.
Penrith City Deputy Mayor Jim Aitken OAM said seniors could look forward to the 2011 festivities, which promise excellent local entertainment.
“During Seniors Week, our City’s spotlight shines on the multiple contributions of seniors to our local area.
“One highlight will be a special concert showcasing an array of local talent, to be performed at the Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre.
“Council is grateful for the support of the Department of Human Services-Ageing, Disability and Homecare, which has provided funding assistance to make this concert happen,” Councillor Aitken said.
Seniors can also take part in other activities such as barefoot bowls, a high tea, a parade re-enacting women of our City’s past and a primary school Grandparents’ Day.
Councillor Aitken said: “Seniors Week will provide various occasions for seniors to enjoy community events that value their abilities and talents. Among the activities are those organised by 14 local groups, which received Council grants to help them realise their ideas.
“It’s also a time for us to reflect on how our lives are enriched and made meaningful thanks to seniors’ roles in our families, workplaces and communities.”
Seniors can book their place at the ‘Live Life’ concert from now until Monday 14 March by calling 4732 7836. For more information about what’s on during Seniors Week, visit www.penrithcity.nsw.gov.au and click on the Seniors Week tab.
