Caledon Seniors Centre celebrates dedicated volunteers
A group of volunteers were celebrated in style last week.
On April 18, the Caledon Seniors Centre (CSC) held its annual volunteer appreciation lunch at the centre. This year, the event had a “wild west” theme, with many impressive decorations contributing to an amazing vibe in the room.
CSC manager Beverley Nurden said it’s so important to celebrate the CSC’s volunteers as without them, the centre would cease to exist.
“We always come up with a theme and plan a menu around it… this year there’s chicken and ribs, bean soup and cornbread,” she said. There was also a variety of wild west-themed drinks available at the “saloon” set up in the centre.
The CSC enlisted the help of Palgrave Rotarians to serve lunch at the event. A longstanding partnership between the two organizations sees CSC volunteers help out at Palgrave Rotary’s “Wines of the World” event, and Palgrave Rotarians serve lunch on volunteer appreciation day.
Nurden said volunteers look forward to the lunch each year. The theme is always kept secret until people arrive.
“It’s such a fun afternoon,” said Nurden. “Our volunteers are the heartbeat of this place.”
Nurden gave a speech at the event, thanking volunteers further.
“Your dedication shines bright and your kindness touches countless lives… you’re the unsung heroes who make every day happen here,” said Nurden. “Thank you for your unwavering support, your tireless efforts, and your boundless energy and compassion. You inspire us all to reach higher, give more and make a difference in the world.”
Jane Chapman, outgoing president of the CSC’s executive committee, spoke after Nurden and said it’s been a wonderful experience serving in the role.
“During the years of the pandemic and the expansion, there were so many people helping me behind the scenes… it was a job everybody did, so thank you again,” said Chapman.
Zachary Roman, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Caledon Citizen
