Company, cards, and a cup of tea in central Timaru.
03 688 0000
hello@goldenyearstimaru.co.nz
Open Mon–Fri 9:30am–3:30pm. Gold coin donation. Transport assistance available — call ahead.
See this week's events ↓01 · Upcoming Events
What's on this week.
RSVP to let us know you're coming so we have enough cups and chairs. Gold coin donation for all events unless noted.
Monday 21 September
Card Afternoon — 500 & Euchre
1:00–3:00 pm · Main hall · Bring a friend or we'll pair you. Tea and biscuits provided.
Tuesday 22 September
Gentle Exercise with Ngaire
10:00–11:00 am · Hall · Chair-based stretches and light weights. All fitness levels. Wear comfy clothes.
Wednesday 23 September
Wednesday Lunch Club
12:00–1:30 pm · Kitchen & hall · Soup, sandwiches and a yarn. $5 per person. This week: pumpkin soup.
Thursday 24 September
Guest Speaker: Bird Life of South Canterbury
2:00–3:00 pm · Main hall · Dr. Pam Henderson from Environment Canterbury on shorebirds and what we can do.
Friday 25 September
Watercolour Group
10:00 am–12:00 pm · Side room · This week: spring blossom. Materials provided. Beginners always welcome.
Saturday 27 September
Day Trip: Geraldine Craft Market
9:00 am–3:00 pm · Minibus from Sophia St. $10 transport contribution. BYO lunch or buy at the market.
02 · Weekly Activities
The regular programme.
These run every week during term time. All at 12 Sophia Street unless noted. Gold coin donation.
| Day | Time | Activity | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 1:00–3:00 pm | Card Afternoon | 500, Euchre, Bridge. Partners found on the day. |
| Tuesday | 10:00–11:00 am | Gentle Exercise | Chair-based. Led by Ngaire Collins (registered physio). |
| Wednesday | 12:00–1:30 pm | Lunch Club | Soup, sandwiches, cuppa. $5 pp. |
| Thursday | 2:00–3:00 pm | Guest Speaker / Film | Rotating programme. Check the noticeboard or email list. |
| Friday | 10:00 am–12:00 pm | Watercolour Group | Materials provided. All levels. |
| 1st Saturday | 9:00 am–3:00 pm | Day Trip | Minibus. $10 contribution. Bookings essential. |
| 3rd Saturday | 10:00 am–12:00 pm | Tech Help Morning | Phone, tablet, email help from volunteers. |
03 · Community Impact
What we've done together.
04 · Photo Gallery
Faces and places.
Photos used with members' permission. If you'd like a photo removed, email us.
05 · Become a Member
You're welcome any time.
There's no joining fee — just drop in during any activity. If you'd like to register so we can send you the weekly email, fill in the form below or call 03 688 0000.
06 · Member Stories
Why people keep coming back.
I moved to Timaru after Jim passed and didn't know a soul. Within a week of coming to cards I had four people to have coffee with. It's been three years now and I haven't missed a Monday.
The exercise class keeps me moving. Ngaire knows exactly how far to push us without it feeling like a chore. My balance has improved and my GP noticed.
My daughter signed me up for the watercolour group thinking I'd go once. I've been every Friday for 18 months. Last month I framed one and hung it in the lounge — my grandkids were impressed.
I volunteer in the kitchen on Wednesdays. Peeling spuds and making scones isn't glamorous but the lunch crowd makes it worth it. You get more than you give.