Seniors April Monarch Newsletter and Menu
Be in the know about National Volunteer Week, Earth Day events, and tulips and tea day trips – all in the April Monarch. Plus, tuck into the menu‘s curry chicken with rice, pork chops in mushroom sauce and beef moussaka with roasted potatoes.
Kerrisdale Play Palace Community Night
See you and your littles at the Kerrisdale Play Palace Community Night! Inside the Kerrisdale Arena (5670 E. Blvd.), Thursday, April 30, 5-7 p.m. Free; no registration required. Kerrisdale Play Palace’s 2026 season starts April 10. Learn more here.
New Program: Rising Men
Rising Men is a new youth program that empowers teenage boys to grow into confident, respectful leaders. Participants will build communication, empathy and accountability skills to strengthen relationships, succeed in school and reach their full potential. Starts April 2, 2026. Learn more and register here.
Instructor Q&A: Rachel Yung
Let’s give a warm welcome to Rachel Yung! Born and raised in Hong Kong, the Marpole-based instructor is excited to bring her passion for Chinese painting to the Kerrisdale Community Centre. Q: What is your favourite thing about teaching Chinese painting?A: Sharing both the techniques and quiet joy of Chinese painting – helping students experience its beauty, rhythm and expressive power. Q: What do you want students to take away from your class?A: Practical skills, confidence in their own creativity and a
Spring 2026 Registration Is Open
Get ready for the season and save your spots! How to register: • Online via our clickable guide, Find a Program & Register webpage or Vancouver Recreation; • In person at 5851 W. Blvd.;• Phone at 604-257-8100. NOTE: Summer camp registration opens separately from spring registration this year. Starting in 2026, all Vancouver community centres will share one city-wide registration date. Browse summer camp options in the Spring 2026 Guide (p. 7-11), then register starting on these dates:• Online and in person: 7 p.m., Wednesday, April