Welcome to LV's first 50+ group - LV50+ Fit & Feisty! If you're over 50 years of age, this groups for you! This group was created by volunteers for the LV community as an outlet to enhance the lives of Laurentian Valley 50+ residents by providing opportunities to remain fit, build social connections, and inspire a zest for life. 
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 613-735-4240email or follow them on Facebook.

Coffee Culture Connect Program Events and Topics

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.  

November Events


Please find a list of November events listed below. For more information, please contact the group directly.

LV 50+ F&F November 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.

Mondays

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 Nov 4 evening session is 7:30pm only,  Nov 11 evening sessions 6pm & 7:30pm)

Tuesdays @ 9:30 & 11am - Wesley United Church 275 Pembroke St. E Pembroke @ 9:30am & 11am

Thursdays @ 6 & 7:30pmJeanne-Lajoie 1255 Pembroke St.W Pembroke

 

SPECIAL EVENT

Monday November 11 @ 10:45

Royal Canadian Legion Pembroke REMEMBRANCE DAY CEREMONY at the Memorial Cenotaph Park Pembroke.

Jackie Lariviere will represent LV 50+ Fit & Feisty to lay a Commemorative Wreath. The ceremony is followed with a Chili Lunch at the Legion Hall. If you are attending the lunch register with Simone @ 613-732-8458. Limited seating

 

NEW EVENT- DARTS OR LEARN TO PLAY BID EUCHRE 

Monday @ 1:30   Pembroke Royal Canadian Legion.

Darts – We will have darts available. You do not have to know how to play darts to join.

Bid Euchre - You must know how to play 4 hand euchre. If you know how to play bid euchre, come out and help coach our members. Come out and try something new.   $2.00

 

MUSIC JAMS

Nov 5 @ 11:30am Potluck & Music Jam   NEW EVENT POTLUCK LUNCH will be held once a month before the music jam.

Nov 19 @ 1pm Music Jam only

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.

 

COFFEE CONNECT - Every Wednesday @ 10am A&F Rec Centre 1 Henan Road

Join us for a walk at 9am from the Rec Centre. Then enjoy a coffee, socializing and a brief presentation.

Nov 6 - Mesh and More with Heather Lariviere. Learn how to create a mesh wreath, bow and more.

Nov 13 Coffee Culture Connect - The Kichissippi River.

Join Ken Swayze as he presents the historic importance of the Ottawa River.

Nov 20 Evergreen Arrangements – Get in the holiday decorating spirit with Ruth Hisko

Nov 27 Cooking Wild Game - Enjoy a cooking lesson as Shirley Schruder  demonstrates how to cook wild turkey & venison.

November Coffee Sponsors – PEMBROKE TILE CARPET & DRAPERY

 

BEST WESTERN EXCERCISE CLASS

Come & try it out. The first class is FREE. Remaining 5 weeks for $25 from Oct 10th – Nov 14th

Sign up with Wanda @613-735-4240

 

SHUFFLEBOARD

Every Thurs @1pm St. Timothy’s Church 503 Alfred St. Pembroke $2.00 Bring indoor shoes.

 

BOOK CLUB

Thurs Nov 27 @7pm 338 Biggs Road featuring “Before We Were Yours” by Lisa Wingate

 

All Fit & Feisty Members are invited to an EXCLUSIVE SHOPPING EVENT

 Thursday Nov14 @ 9:30am – 9pm

SPORTCHEK PEMBROKE

25% of regular price clothing & footwear and 20% of some equipment.

Go to the cashier & let them know you are with LV50+ Fit & Feisty.

 Please wear your name tag if you have one. Exclusions apply.