Interest Groups
Networking is an important component of the Club. Small groups of members join each other for discussion, activity, friendship, outings and fun. Newcomers are always welcome!
It is easy to join an Interest Group. Just sign up by clicking the blue button. The leader of the Group will receive your request and will then reach out.
You can also register at all Speaker Series held monthly at the Mary Winspear Centre.
NEW! Our Planet – Our Home
Let’s have hopeful conversations about our changing climate and environment. Learn more about the what’s and why’s of climate change, mitigation and adaptation and the physical and mental health impacts upon seniors and youth. Meets 3rd Tuesday of the month at 10:30 am.
NEW! E-Bike Adventures
Join fellow bikers to explore local places on the Peninsula. Fresh air and fun exercise.
NEW! Book Discussion Group 4
3rd Wednesday of the month, in the afternoon at 2:00 pm for discussion.
Meetings are held at various member homes.
NEW! Mahjong
American mahjong is a four-player game played with a specific set of tiles.
The group has extra cards to help you learn the game.
Meetings every Friday at 1:00 pm.
Looking for Coordinators!
Two new interest groups are being considered, but we need a coordinator to organize:
- Choir and Sing-Along
- Couples Dine In
Interested in leading? Reach out to the Interest Group Convenors at cfuwspmembership@gmail.com
Learn & Lunch
Visits to places of interest in our community, with lunch before or following.
Games Group
Play quick to learn games such as Quiddler, Yahtzee, Rummy-O, Farkle, Canasta.
Other card/board games are welcome that members provide.
Conversational French
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Enjoy conversing in French with women in our Club.
Book Circle
Meets once or twice a year. Each member chooses a new hardcover book. These books are passed around to each member. Meetings are held at various member homes.
Bridge
Each month 2nd and 4th Mondays, from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Meetings are held at various member homes.
Chick Flix
Movies at the Star Cinema in Sidney, and on occasion in Victoria (carpooling).
Sundays at the Belfry Theatre
Some of the country’s best theatre actors.
Lunch on Sundays
Each group member gets a turn to choose a restaurant for lunch.
The lunches will be on the last Sunday of each month.
Adventures in Dining
Meet for dining-in on the second Thursday of the month. Take turns hosting a maximum of 8 people. The hostess sets the theme for the meal, prepares the main dish, and others contribute the dishes around the meal.
Let’s Chat About Art
This Interest Group is Full!
The group meets to discuss an artist, a genre or to tour art exhibits then discuss over coffee or a glass of wine.
Car pooling encouraged.
Book Discussion Group 1
This Interest Group is Full!
4th Thursday of the month, in the morning at 9:30 am.
Meetings are held at various member homes.
Book Discussion Group 2
This Interest Group is Full!
1st Thursday of the month, in the afternoon at 2:00 pm for discussion.
Meetings are held at various member homes.
Book Discussion Group 3
This Interest Group is Full!
1st Wednesday of the month, in the afternoon at 3:00 pm.
Meetings are held at various member homes.
Walking Groups
This Interest Group is Full!
1 Group at this time.
Monday mornings, all weather. Meet at various places around the peninsula.
Cooks Corner
This Interest Group is Full!
For those who enjoy cooking, trying new recipes, learning new techniques, sharing resources, and getting together to enjoy an outing.
Garden Tours
This Interest Group if currently on hold!
Visit gardens in and around Victoria, with a master gardener as tour guide.