Looking to beat the boredom? Let us help!
Stuck at home? Looking to change up your routines? Try these fun ways to stay active during the declared state of emergency. Residents are reminded to always follow Public Health advisories and recommendations, including physical distancing (2 metres or approximately 6 feet) and proper cleaning methods.
In the wake of COVID-19 physical distancing and self-isolation, the Town of Pelham aims to provide ideas and activities which encourage active living for all ages and abilities.
This page was created to help bring the residents of Pelham together while respecting social distancing at home and hosts a collection of online fitness and activity programs, health and wellness resources, and virtual experiences and attractions.
For more information on COVID-19 in the Town of Pelham, visit www.pelham.ca/covid19
Contribute
Help keep the content fresh and up-to-date! We would love the community to participate and submit content that could be enjoyed by others. Local businesses, groups, and organizations who have developed online or non-traditional programming are encouraged to provide details using the online form. Complimentary and fee-based activities are welcome. Please fill out the form below:
| Health and Wellness |
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At Home Yoga Videos – Do Yoga With Me Canada’s National Ballet School Queens University Athletics and Recreation Mother & Child(ren) Yoga workout Low Impact Workouts: To keep your body active for 15 minutes, click here! Wellness
Online Cooking Classes
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| Seniors Without Walls FREE Programming at Home |
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You are invited to participate in Senior Centre Without Walls FREE at home programming. This program is open to all and begins in May 2020. Pre-registration is required. HOW TO REGISTER: HOW TO PARTICIPATE:
Mindfulness: Take part in a guided meditation to help you focus on the present and be in the moment. Table Topics: Join in on the conversation! We have a collection of fun, unique and entertaining questions to start interesting and memorable conversations! Discussion Group: Join in on a new discussion each session, selected by participants. Share your ideas and experiences while learning new perspectives from each other. Fun Facts: Explore and discover new and unusual facts on topics such as geography, history, interesting people and much more. Listen, learn and share! Good News!: Good news is so important to share to brighten spirits! Come share some good news, or listen to positive news from others within your community! Mind and Memory Power with Eleanor Stasiw: Join Eleanor from 'Activate Well-Being with Eleanor Stasiw' in discussing topics such as brain power, mind and memory, keeping a healthy brain, and more. Ask questions, join in on the conversation and learn something new! Party Line Conversation Circles: Stay connected with others within the community by joining the weekly Party Line conversation Circle! This is all about socializing with others and sharing your thoughts on weekly themes. June 3 - What is Charity?; June 10 - Comfort Food; June 17 - With My Own Two Hands; June 24 - Wellness and Well-being. Pelham Cares & The Community: Learn about the history of Pelham Cares and how this organization helps to support the community! This session will also discuss what precautions and measures are being taken to help protect the community and volunteers following COVID-19.
View the Whole Senior Centre Without Walls Pamphlet: Code of Conduct: To ensure a safe and welcoming space, all participants, facilitators and guest presenters must follow our Code of Conduct: To respect each other, by using appropriate subject matters and trying not to interrupt others. To allow the facilitator and guest speakers to direct the group. Allow everyone to contribute by not dominating the conversations. Help to create an inclusive environment that honours people of all cultures, faiths, genders, sexual orientation, abilities and life experiences. |
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Fitness and Active Play YMCA Gym Class - virtual physical education for students and families Yoga For Kids with Alissa Kepas (up to 8 years old) Story Hive Yoga for Kids (8 to pre-teen) Play in the Park Yoga for Kids (8 to pre-teen) Yoga for Beginner Kids (3-5 years old) Canada’s National Ballet School
Activities and Learning |
| Culture |
| Livestream and Virtual Concerts
The Social Distancing Festival We Are 1 World Song - One world. One song. Your voice. National Ballet of Canada Virtual Museum Legislative Assembly of Ontario Virtual Tour |
| Virtual Experiences |
| Canada's Wonderland Virtual Rollercoaster
Disneyland/Disney World Virtual Smithosonian Museum - National Museum of National History Virutal Tour Universal Studios Virtual Tour Hockey Hall of Fame Virtual Tour Niagara Falls Tourism - Walk behind the Falls, Zipline and ride the Hornblower!
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| Offline Experiences |
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- Chalk your Walk - create chalk art and encouraging messages on your sidewalk - The Kindness Rock Project- paint a rock with a positive message and leave it at the edge of your driveway or property to help brighten someone's day! - Hearts for Essential Workers and Services – work together as a family and create hearts to hang in your window as a show of appreciation for essential workers and services - June is Recreation & Parks Month - complete the bingo card. Download the Bingo board and the activity guide and get started! To help you out, we've created an activity guide with ideas on how to fulfill each category for different age groups. |
Stay connected
Keep in touch with your community with our social media accounts that will be active during the closures:
Town of Pelham Facebook, Instagram and Twitter - Follow these accounts for updates and information.
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