BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Parkinson Society British Columbia - ECPv6.18.3.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Parkinson Society British Columbia X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://parkinson.bc.ca X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Parkinson Society British Columbia REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Vancouver BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20261110T170000Z DTEND:20261110T180000Z DTSTAMP:20261104T162819Z CREATED:20261008T190458Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261104T162819Z UID:990001112-1794304800-1794308400@parkinson.bc.ca SUMMARY:Qi Gong (Level 1) DESCRIPTION:Event time: 2026-11-10 10:00 am to 2026-11-10 11:00 am Pacific Time (PCT\, UTC-7).\n\nPlease note: You are registering for a series of ev ents. If you register for one event\, you register for the entire series.\ nDates: November 3\, 10\, 17\, 24\, December 1\, 8\, & 15 \nAs the year wi nds down\, nurture your mind and body through Qi Gong with Parkinson Socie ty BC! Learn simple tools to bring into your every day for calming stress and anxiety. Cultivate your health and wellbeing with the support of the h ealing movements and breaths from Qi Gong. This class is slow-paced and ge ntle on the body. All abilities welcome. \nFor more than 25 years\, instru ctor Sandra has been a guide to help people remember that they have everyt hing they need to nurture their five bodies – physical\, mental\, emotio nal\, energy\, and spiritual. Sandra founded Qi Tai Chi after teaching her first classes in a tiny studio in Japan. Using the principles of Tai Chi and Qi Gong\, she feels privileged to guide people with varying physical c hallenges\, stress from trauma\, chronic pain\, and those looking for a he althier way of being. \nPlease note: Participation in the exercise progra ms listed below will be done at your own risk within your home. Please ens ure you have the space needed to follow the exercises and that there are n o obstacles or barriers in your way. The classes are meant for general in formation and usage only. They are not intended for and should not replace individualized medical advice and/or individualized assessments given to you by a healthcare professional. Please seek assessments/advice from an a ppropriate healthcare professional as needed. Parkinson Society BC (PSBC)\ , and the instructors of the programs below\, will not be held liable for accidents or incidents that may occur in your home. By participating in th e exercise programs listed below\, you are recognizing that risk of illnes s and/or injury may be inherent in any movement or exercise class and are participating with the express agreement of\, and understanding that the p rogram instructors\, and Parkinson Society BC and its directors\, officers \, employees\, partners\, and agents are hereby released from any and all claims\, costs\, liabilities\, expenses\, or judgements associated with th ese exercise for Parkinson’s programs. \nIf you have any questions about our exercise programs\, including the implementation of our intensity lev els\, please contact us at info@parkinson.bc.ca. \nParkinson Society BC ’s exercise programs are promoted with an assigned level of difficulty. Below you will find a description of each level. \n\n\n\nLevel 1\n\nSlow-p aced\, low-intensity\, and low-impact class. Suitable for all levels of ab ility\, especially those new to exercise and prefer a gentler approach. \n \n\n\nLevel 2\n\nModerately-paced and moderate-intensity class. Suitable f or those who are looking for a progression from Level 1. \n\n\n\nLevel 3\n \nFast-paced and high-intensity class for those who are looking for a chal lenge. Participants must be able to safely participate without a carepartn er/caregiver present. \n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\nParkinson Society BC apprecia tes all gifts\, as they allow us to continue to offer programs people with Parkinson’s disease and their carepartners rely on. If you wish\, you c an make a donation by entering an amount in the Additional Donation field. URL:https://parkinson.bc.ca/event/qi-gong-level-1/2026-11-10 CATEGORIES:Exercise END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20261112T170000Z DTEND:20261112T180000Z DTSTAMP:20261104T162605Z CREATED:20261016T222711Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261104T162605Z UID:990001123-1794477600-1794481200@parkinson.bc.ca SUMMARY:Tai Chi with Patrick (Level 1) DESCRIPTION:Event time: 2026-11-12 10:00 am to 2026-11-12 11:00 am Pacific Time (PCT\, UTC-7).\n\nPlease note: You are registering for a series of ev ents. If you register for one event\, you register for the entire series.\ nDates: October 1\, 8\, 15\, 22\, 29\, and November 5\, 12\, & 19 \nTai Ch i with Patrick (Level 1) \nDiscover the power of Tai Chi—find balance\, resilience\, and inner peace whilst living with a chronic health condition in a fast-paced world. Join Patrick Han in an exercise series far beyond simple movement and master both mind and body through traditional martial arts practice. Patrick has over 25 years of experience in Tai Chi\, Bagua Zhang\, and Xingyi Quan\, and has a personal connection to Parkinson’s d isease through his father. The class aims to teach the skill of integratin g the principles of Tai Chi’s graceful balance into your everyday routin e. \nInstructor bio:\nPatrick Han is the founder of Serene Internal Arts\, dedicated to helping individuals find balance\, resilience\, and peace th rough Tai Chi and coaching. With over 25 years of experience in Tai Chi\, Bagua Zhang\, and Xingyi\, in addition to having a personal connection to PD through his father\, Patrick blends Eastern internal arts with Western coaching methods to guide people on their journey to well-being and inner strength. \nPlease note: Participation in the exercise programs listed be low will be done at your own risk within your home. Please ensure you have the space needed to follow the exercises and that there are no obstacles or barriers in your way. The classes are meant for general information an d usage only. They are not intended for and should not replace individuali zed medical advice and/or individualized assessments given to you by a hea lthcare professional. Please seek assessments/advice from an appropriate h ealthcare professional as needed. Parkinson Society BC (PSBC)\, and the in structors of the programs below\, will not be held liable for accidents or incidents that may occur in your home. By participating in the exercise p rograms listed below\, you are recognizing that risk of illness and/or inj ury may be inherent in any movement or exercise class and are participatin g with the express agreement of\, and understanding that the program instr uctors\, and Parkinson Society BC and its directors\, officers\, employees \, partners\, and agents are hereby released from any and all claims\, cos ts\, liabilities\, expenses\, or judgements associated with these exercise for Parkinson’s programs. \nIf you have any questions about our exercis e programs\, including the implementation of our intensity levels\, please contact us at info@parkinson.bc.ca. \nParkinson Society BC’s exercise programs are promoted with an assigned level of difficulty. Below you will find a description of each level. \n\n\n\nLevel 1\n\nSlow-paced\, low-int ensity\, and low-impact class. Suitable for all levels of ability\, especi ally those new to exercise and prefer a gentler approach. \n\n\n\nLevel 2\ nModerately-paced and moderate-intensity class. Suitable for those who are looking for a progression from Level 1.\n\n\nLevel 3\n\nFast-paced and hi gh-intensity class for those who are looking for a challenge. Participants must be able to safely participate without a carepartner/caregiver presen t. \n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\nParkinson Society BC appreciates all gifts\, as they allow us to continue to offer programs people with Parkinson’s dise ase and their carepartners rely on. If you wish\, you can make a donation by entering an amount in the Additional Donation field. URL:https://parkinson.bc.ca/event/tai-chi-with-patrick-level-1-2/2026-11-12 CATEGORIES:Exercise END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20261112T200000Z DTEND:20261112T210000Z DTSTAMP:20261104T162719Z CREATED:20261016T222803Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261104T162719Z UID:990001095-1794488400-1794492000@parkinson.bc.ca SUMMARY:SongShine (Series 3) DESCRIPTION:Event time: 2026-11-12 1:00 pm to 2026-11-12 2:00 pm Pacific Ti me (PCT\, UTC-7).\n\nPlease note: You are registering for a series of even ts. If you register for one event\, you register for the entire series.\nD ates: October 8\, 15\, 29\, and November 5\, 12\, 19\, 26\, and December 3 & 10 (No Class on October 22) \nThis program harnesses the power of the b rain\, breath\, and emotion to reclaim voices. Joani Bye will engage parti cipants in uplifting sessions of SongShine\, a program using singing\, bre ath work\, diction\, articulation\, and creative imagination exercises to strengthen voices affected by Parkinson’s or other neurological challeng es. SongShine’s goal is to help you communicate more easily and clearly while facilitating a sense of community\, camaraderie\, and confidence in the process! \nJoin Joani for holistic\, fun\, and immersive sessions that will include the following: \n\nSinging favourite songs\nRelaxation\nBrea thing exercises\nTongue exercises (for articulation and swallowing)\nLingu istic and vocal instruction\nImagination exercises\n\nWe welcome all indiv iduals with Parkinson’s to this series\, as well as their spouses and/or carepartners\, as they may benefit from learning more about the disease t o assist in supporting their loved ones. \n\n\n\n\nParkinson Society BC ap preciates all gifts\, as they allow us to continue to offer programs peopl e with Parkinson’s disease and their carepartners rely on. If you wish\, you can make a donation by entering an amount in the Additional Donation field. URL:https://parkinson.bc.ca/event/songshine-series-3-2/2026-11-12 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20261114T170000Z DTEND:20261114T213000Z DTSTAMP:20261105T165142Z CREATED:20260918T160019Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261105T165142Z UID:990001101-1794650400-1794666600@parkinson.bc.ca SUMMARY:Communication & Swallow Workshop - Nanaimo DESCRIPTION:Event time: 2026-11-14 10:00 am to 2026-11-14 2:30 pm Pacific T ime (PCT\, UTC-7).\n\nCommunication & Swallow Workshop: Nanaimo\, BC\nNove mber 14\, 10:00am-2:30pm PT (check-in opens at 9:30am) \nJoin us this Nove mber for our Communication & Swallow Workshop in Nanaimo\, led by Register ed Speech-Language Pathologist Jasmine Cload. This interactive and partici patory session will focus on the communication and swallowing challenges c ommonly experienced by people living with Parkinson’s disease. \nOpen to individuals currently experiencing communication or swallowing difficulti es\, as well as those looking to be proactive in their care. \nIf you are not currently experiencing communication or swallowing challenges\, partic ipating in the workshop may help reduce future stress\, frustration\, and complications related to communication. For those experiencing difficultie s\, the workshop will provide practical\, evidence-based tools to address common concerns such as: \n\nArticulation and volume\nSwallowing of food\, liquid\, pills and saliva\nDrooling and dry mouth\nFacial expression and voice intonation\nWord finding and participating in conversation\n\nRegist ered participants will receive a workshop workbook on the day to support p articipation and continued learning. A catered lunch will be provided. Car epartners are welcome to attend with their loved ones. \nPlease note that space is limited\, registration is required\, and a waitlist will be creat ed once capacity is reached. If you register and are no longer able to att end\, we kindly ask that you notify us as soon as possible so that we may offer your spot to another participant. \nPlease note: This workshop is in tended to provide general education and is not a substitute for individual medical advice\, assessment\, or clinical care. \nParkinson Society BC en deavors to make attendance at events accessible to all who may benefit. If cost is a barrier to attending\, please reach out to us at info@parkinson .bc.ca. \nRegistration for this event is now closed. URL:https://parkinson.bc.ca/event/communication-and-swallow-workshop-nanaimo LOCATION:Best Western Dorchester Hotel Nanaimo\, 70 Church St\, Nanaimo\, BC\, V9R 5H4\, Canada CATEGORIES:Education END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20261116T180000Z DTEND:20261116T183000Z DTSTAMP:20261104T162440Z CREATED:20261104T162439Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261104T162440Z UID:990001120-1794826800-1794828600@parkinson.bc.ca SUMMARY:Mindfulness Mondays DESCRIPTION:Event time: 2026-11-16 11:00 am to 2026-11-16 11:30 am Pacific Time (PCT\, UTC-7).\n\nPlease note: You are registering for a series of ev ents. If you register for one event\, you register for the entire series.\ nDates: Bi-weekly\, starting Monday\, January 12 \nTake a mindful moment for yourself! Join Registered Clinical Counsellor Sara for a relaxing\, bi -weekly virtual mindfulness session designed for anyone living with or aff ected by Parkinson’s disease. Through the combination of motor and non-m otor symptoms\, Parkinson’s disease can impact our emotional wellbeing. Additionally\, the stressors and complex emotions that caregivers experien ce can affect the caregiver’s emotional health. These 30-minute guided s essions are a casual and supportive way to start your week\, come to every session or drop in when you can\, all are welcome! \nThrough gentle mindf ulness practices\, you’ll learn strategies to:\n•Cultivate calm and se lf-awareness\n•Manage stress and enhance emotional well-being\n•Focus on the present moment without judgment\n•Practice gratitude and self-com passion\n•Bring mindfulness into everyday life \nWhether you’re new to mindfulness or simply need a reset\, this class offers a peaceful space t o regularly reconnect and recharge. \n\n\n\n\n\nParkinson Society BC appre ciates all gifts\, as they allow us to continue to offer programs people w ith Parkinson’s disease and their carepartners rely on. If you wish\, yo u can make a donation by entering an amount in the Additional Donation fie ld. URL:https://parkinson.bc.ca/event/mindfulness-mondays-2-2/2026-11-16 CATEGORIES:Activity LOCATION:https://parkinson.bc.ca/event/mindfulness-mondays-2-2/2026-11-16 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20261127T170000Z DTEND:20261127T180000Z DTSTAMP:20261104T164219Z CREATED:20260916T162834Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261104T164219Z UID:990001100-1795773600-1795777200@parkinson.bc.ca SUMMARY:Understanding MAiD: An Informed Conversation with Dr. Daws DESCRIPTION:Event time: 2026-11-27 10:00 am to 2026-11-27 11:00 am Pacific Time (PCT\, UTC-7).\n\nConversations about Medical Assistance in Dying (MA iD) can bring up many questions\, emotions\, and uncertainties\, particula rly when living with a progressive condition such as Parkinson’s. This s ession offers a compassionate and informative space to learn more about MA iD and consider questions around future planning\, quality of life\, and p ersonal wishes for care. \nJoin Dr. Tanja Daws for an overview of MAiD in Canada\, including what MAiD is\, who may be eligible\, how the assessment process works\, and what individuals can expect if they choose to explore MAiD as an option. Dr. Daws will discuss considerations that may be parti cularly relevant to people living with Parkinson’s and their families\, including changes that may occur as the disease progresses and the importa nce of having conversations about future care and personal values. \nThe g oal of this presentation is not to encourage or discourage any particular choice\, but to provide clear\, trusted information so participants can be tter understand their options and make informed decisions about their own care. We hope participants will leave feeling more informed and less uncer tain\, and with greater confidence in having conversations with their heal thcare providers\, care partners\, and loved ones. \nThere will be an oppo rtunity to ask questions in a safe\, respectful\, and supportive environme nt\, recognizing that everyone’s experiences\, values\, and wishes aroun d end-of-life care are unique. If you have a question you would like the s peaker to address during the session\, you are welcome to submit it in adv ance by emailing info@parkinson.bc.ca \nAbout the Speaker: \nDr. Tanja Daw s is a family physician and MAiD provider from the Comox Valley on Vancouv er Island. She has been involved in MAiD work for over a decade. She is a founding member of the Canadian Association of MAiD Assessors and Provider s (CAMAP)\, a member of its Emeritus Council\, and helped develop and cont inues to teach the National MAiD Curriculum. She is also a Clinical Instru ctor at UBC and a member of the Dying With Dignity Physician Advisory Coun cil. \n\n\n\n\n\nParkinson Society BC appreciates all gifts\, as they allo w us to continue to offer programs people with Parkinson’s disease and t heir carepartners rely on. If you wish\, you can make a donation by enteri ng an amount in the Additional Donation field. URL:https://parkinson.bc.ca/event/understanding-maid-an-informed-conversation-with-dr-daws CATEGORIES:Education END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20261202T180000Z DTEND:20261202T190000Z DTSTAMP:20261104T164331Z CREATED:20261016T211512Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261104T164331Z UID:990001118-1796209200-1796212800@parkinson.bc.ca SUMMARY:Parkinson’s\, Mood and Motivation: Finding What Works for You DESCRIPTION:Event time: 2026-12-02 11:00 am to 2026-12-02 12:00 pm Pacific Time (PCT\, UTC-7).\n\nA Parkinson’s disease (PD) diagnosis can bring un expected emotional challenges\, including changes to one’s sense of self \, grief over the loss of a former lifestyle\, and questions about how to move forward. Join us for a meaningful conversation about well-being and m ental health\, particularly important during the holidays and winter month s\, with Parkinson Society British Columbia’s (PSBC’s) very own regist ered clinical counsellor and social worker\, Corrina Masson. This webinar will explore the emotional impact of PD for both people living with the co ndition and their care partners. Corrina will share insights and practical ways to support our emotional well-being\, navigate difficult feelings\, and find ways to care for ourselves through life’s ups and downs. \nWe a re also pleased to welcome Steven Yellen\, author of Living Parkinson’s\ , a practical\, research-informed guide that brings together strategies\, expert insights\, and real-life experiences from people living with Parkin son’s disease. Steven will share perspectives from his work and the book \, offering ideas and reflections to help participants explore what living well with PD can look like for them\, without losing sight of the individ ual experiences and challenges each person faces. \nAs a thank-you for reg istering\, everyone who registers will be entered into a draw to win a cop y of Living Parkinson’s! The book is also available through PSBC’s Len ding Library\, a benefit of membership. \nThis webinar is open to people w ith Parkinson’s and their carepartners. \n\n\n\n\nParkinson Society BC a ppreciates all gifts\, as they allow us to continue to offer programs peop le with Parkinson’s disease and their carepartners rely on. If you wish\ , you can make a donation by entering an amount in the Additional Donation field. URL:https://parkinson.bc.ca/event/parkinsons-mood-and-motivation-finding-what-works-for-you CATEGORIES:Education END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20270106T190000Z DTEND:20270106T200000Z DTSTAMP:20261104T164433Z CREATED:20261027T183907Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261104T164433Z UID:990001183-1799236800-1799240400@parkinson.bc.ca SUMMARY:Boxing With Rhythm (Level 2) DESCRIPTION:Event time: 2027-01-06 12:00 pm to 2027-01-06 1:00 pm Pacific T ime (PCT\, UTC-7).\n\nPlease note: You are registering for a series of eve nts. If you register for one event\, you register for the entire series.\n Dates: January 6\, 13\, 20\, 27\, & February 3\, 10\, 17\, 24\, & March 3\ , 10\, 17\, and 24 \nAre you ready…to punch out Parkinson’s? Join Doug Pickard (a former Rock Steady Boxing Affiliate Owner) for 12 weeks of Box ing with Rhythm! Persons living with Parkinson’s disease (PD) will exper ience a total workout for both their mind and body as it incorporates card io\, strength\, balance\, hand-eye coordination\, and speed! Common non-mo tor symptoms such as anxiety and depression may also be alleviated through boxing and exercise. \nThe exercises in this class target PD symptoms by using high-intensity (but safe) drills\, introducing multi-tasking skills\ , promoting movements to reduce freezing\, and focusing on large movement patterns that counteract shuffling gait. Doug is also excited to introduce a new fun component this time around– boxing to music. This new additio n uses rhythm to help facilitate improved movement and a more confident wa lking gait. Exercises vary in purpose and form but share one common trait; they are rigorous and intended to extend the perceived capabilities of th e participant. \nPlease note: Participation in the exercise programs list ed below will be done at your own risk within your home. Please ensure you have the space needed to follow the exercises and that there are no obsta cles or barriers in your way. The classes are meant for general informati on and usage only. They are not intended for and should not replace indivi dualized medical advice and/or individualized assessments given to you by a healthcare professional. Please seek assessments/advice from an appropri ate healthcare professional as needed. Parkinson Society BC (PSBC)\, and t he instructors of the programs below\, will not be held liable for acciden ts or incidents that may occur in your home. By participating in the exerc ise programs listed below\, you are recognizing that risk of illness and/o r injury may be inherent in any movement or exercise class and are partici pating with the express agreement of\, and understanding that the program instructors\, and Parkinson Society BC and its directors\, officers\, empl oyees\, partners\, and agents are hereby released from any and all claims\ , costs\, liabilities\, expenses\, or judgements associated with these exe rcise for Parkinson’s programs. \nIf you have any questions about our ex ercise programs\, including the implementation of our intensity levels\, p lease contact us at info@parkinson.bc.ca. \nParkinson Society BC’s exer cise programs are promoted with an assigned level of difficulty. Below you will find a description of each level. \n\n\n\nLevel 1\n\nSlow-paced\, lo w-intensity\, and low-impact class. Suitable for all levels of ability\, e specially those new to exercise and prefer a gentler approach. \n\n\n\nLev el 2\n\nModerately-paced and moderate-intensity class. Suitable for those who are looking for a progression from Level 1. \n\n\n\nLevel 3\n\nFast-pa ced and high-intensity class for those who are looking for a challenge. Pa rticipants must be able to safely participate without a carepartner/caregi ver present. \n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\nParkinson Society BC appreciates all g ifts\, as they allow us to continue to offer programs people with Parkinso n’s disease and their carepartners rely on. If you wish\, you can make a donation by entering an amount in the Additional Donation field. URL:https://parkinson.bc.ca/event/boxing-with-rhythm-level-2-2/2027-01-06 CATEGORIES:Exercise END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20270118T213000Z DTEND:20270118T223000Z DTSTAMP:20261104T164531Z CREATED:20261026T161840Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261104T164531Z UID:990001125-1800282600-1800286200@parkinson.bc.ca SUMMARY:Mime Over Mind – Developing a Mindful Approach to your Movement Practice DESCRIPTION:Event time: 2027-01-18 2:30 pm to 2027-01-18 3:30 pm Pacific Ti me (PCT\, UTC-7).\n\nPlease note: You are registering for a series of even ts. If you register for one event\, you register for the entire series.\nD ates: January 18\, 25\, & February 1\, 8\, 22\, and March 1 (No Class on F ebruary 15) \nDiscover how mime\, imagination\, and creative expression ca n offer a fresh way to explore movement while living with Parkinson’s di sease (PD). Developed by artist and PD advocate Barbara Salsberg Mathews\, Mime Over Mind – Developing a Mindful Approach to your Movement Practic e draws on professional mime techniques to explore everyday movements thro ugh awareness\, visualization\, and playful exercises. \nEmerging research highlights the potential of arts-based activities to support wellbeing fo r people living with PD\, with promising findings around stress and anxiet y\, emotional wellbeing\, and social connection coming out. Through imagin ative exercises\, Mime Over Mind offers an opportunity to practice coordin ation\, balance\, body awareness\, and motor memory in a creative\, suppor tive environment. There’s no pressure to get things right\, just an oppo rtunity to experiment\, express yourself and have fun!  \nWhy Mime? \n\nA dd variety to your movement routine: A creative\, mindful practice that br ings a different approach to movement. Mime techniques can be explored thr ough everyday activities such as walking\, holding a glass\, eating\, and getting dressed.\nAdaptable to you: Exercises can be modified to suit your needs and how you’re feeling that day.\nExplore the power of imaginatio n: Visualization and repeated movements are used to practice body awarenes s\, coordination\, and movement control.\nNo special equipment needed: Jus t bring your curiosity and willingness to give something new a try.\nShare the fun: Take inspiration from the exercises to enjoy creative movement w ith friends\, loved ones\, and children/grandchildren!\n\n\nWhat to Expect in Each Class \nEach Mime Over Mind class follows a similar format: \n\nT uning In: Connect with your body’s rhythm and presence through a multi-s ensory warm-up.\nRecap: Revisit previous lessons and practice remembering what you’ve learned.\nIntroduce: Explore new techniques and add to your Mime toolkit/Trickle Trunk.\nFree Play: Experiment with the movements thro ugh individual and partner activities\, enjoying what you’ve explored to gether.\n\nNo previous mime or artistic experience is needed – all are v ery welcome! \nAbout the Instructor: Sarah Martens \nSarah Martens has a b ackground in physical theatre and dance and has been working with people w ith Parkinson’s since 2020. She is a certified Dance for PD and PWR! Mov es instructor and was mentored by Mime Over Mind creator Barbara Salsberg Mathews in 2023. Sarah leads online and in-person movement classes for peo ple with PD\, combining her experience in movement and expression to help participants explore greater body awareness\, ease\, and confidence. \nTo learn more about Mime Over Mind\, visit https://mimeovermind.com/ \n\n\n\n \nParkinson Society BC appreciates all gifts\, as they allow us to continu e to offer programs people with Parkinson’s disease and their carepartne rs rely on. If you wish\, you can make a donation by entering an amount in the Additional Donation field. URL:https://parkinson.bc.ca/event/mime-over-mind-27/2027-01-18 CATEGORIES:Activity END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20270202T190000Z DTEND:20270202T200000Z DTSTAMP:20261104T164626Z CREATED:20261027T185326Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261104T164626Z UID:990001207-1801569600-1801573200@parkinson.bc.ca SUMMARY:Chair Yoga (2027) (Level 1) DESCRIPTION:Event time: 2027-02-02 12:00 pm to 2027-02-02 1:00 pm Pacific T ime (PCT\, UTC-7).\n\nPlease note: You are registering for a series of eve nts. If you register for one event\, you register for the entire series.\n Dates: February 2\, 9\, 16\, 23\, & March 2\, 9\, 16\, 23\, 30 & April 6\, 13\, and 20 \nClass Description:\nJoin Rheanna for 60 minutes of gentle c hair yoga designed to warm your body and encourage movement in stiff joint s and muscles. This fully seated class will bring awareness to all your li mbs\, providing you with valuable skills to integrate into your daily rout ines and morning practices. \nInstructor Bio:\nWith a decade of yoga exper ience and recent certification in yoga teacher training\, Rheanna has a pe rsonal connection to Parkinson’s through her father\, Victor\, who lives with the disease. She believes in the transformative power of movement an d play to bring joy and focus into our lives. \nPlease note: Participatio n in the exercise programs listed below will be done at your own risk with in your home. Please ensure you have the space needed to follow the exerci ses and that there are no obstacles or barriers in your way. The classes are meant for general information and usage only. They are not intended fo r and should not replace individualized medical advice and/or individualiz ed assessments given to you by a healthcare professional. Please seek asse ssments/advice from an appropriate healthcare professional as needed. Park inson Society BC (PSBC)\, and the instructors of the programs below\, will not be held liable for accidents or incidents that may occur in your home . By participating in the exercise programs listed below\, you are recogni zing that risk of illness and/or injury may be inherent in any movement or exercise class and are participating with the express agreement of\, and understanding that the program instructors\, and Parkinson Society BC and its directors\, officers\, employees\, partners\, and agents are hereby re leased from any and all claims\, costs\, liabilities\, expenses\, or judge ments associated with these exercise for Parkinson’s programs. \nIf you have any questions about our exercise programs\, including the implementat ion of our intensity levels\, please contact us at info@parkinson.bc.ca. \nParkinson Society BC’s exercise programs are promoted with an assigned level of difficulty. Below you will find a description of each level. \n\ n\n\nLevel 1\n\nSlow-paced\, low-intensity\, and low-impact class. Suitabl e for all levels of ability\, especially those new to exercise and prefer a gentler approach. \n\n\n\nLevel 2\n\nModerately-paced and moderate-inten sity class. Suitable for those who are looking for a progression from Leve l 1. \n\n\n\nLevel 3\n\nFast-paced and high-intensity class for those who are looking for a challenge. Participants must be able to safely participa te without a carepartner/caregiver present. \n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\nParkins on Society BC appreciates all gifts\, as they allow us to continue to offe r programs people with Parkinson’s disease and their carepartners rely o n. If you wish\, you can make a donation by entering an amount in the Addi tional Donation field. URL:https://parkinson.bc.ca/event/chair-yoga-2027-level-1/2027-02-02 CATEGORIES:Exercise END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20270216T230000Z DTEND:20270217T000000Z DTSTAMP:20261104T164754Z CREATED:20261102T183727Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261104T164754Z UID:990001219-1802793600-1802797200@parkinson.bc.ca SUMMARY:Zentangle®: Playing with Patterns - A Six-Week Creative Hand & Dexterity Series DESCRIPTION:Event time: 2027-02-16 4:00 pm to 2027-02-16 5:00 pm Pacific Ti me (PCT\, UTC-7).\n\nPlease note: You are registering for a series of even ts. If you register for one event\, you register for the entire series.\n\ nDates: February 16\, 23\, & March 2\, 9\, 16\, and 23 \nDiscover the rela xing and creative world of Zentangle® in this six-week online series with Certified Zentangle® teacher Natasha Dash. \nThe Zentangle® Method is a n easy-to-learn and enjoyable way to create beautiful abstract art using s imple\, structured patterns called tangles. Each pattern is taught step-by -step using basic strokes such as dots\, lines\, curves\, S-curves\, and o rbs. No previous art or drawing experience is needed. \nFor people living with Parkinson’s disease (PD)\, Zentangle® can provide an opportunity t o practice fine motor movements\, hand control\, and dexterity through gen tle\, repeated drawing strokes. The activity encourages participants to ex plore hand movements at their own pace while enjoying a creative and relax ing experience. It also offers an opportunity to focus on the present mome nt\, express creativity\, and enjoy a sense of accomplishment. Everyone’ s experience with PD is different\, and participants are encouraged to ada pt the activities to their individual abilities and comfort. \nOver six we eks\, participants will be introduced to the foundations of the Zentangle ® Method and explore a variety of tangles\, techniques\, and creative pos sibilities. Each class will build on the previous sessions while also allo wing participants to work at their own pace. \nTogether\, participants wil l create unique pieces of art while exploring creativity\, mindfulness\, r elaxation\, and the Zentangle® philosophy of “no mistakes\, only opport unities.” \nThe focus is not on drawing perfectly or making everyone’s artwork look the same. Instead\, participants are encouraged to enjoy the process\, explore what is possible one stroke at a time\, and appreciate their own individual creations. Natasha’s classes provide a supportive a nd non-judgmental environment where participants of all experience levels can explore patterns and develop their own artistic expression. No art exp erience is required\, and everyone is welcome! \nSee an example of a Zenta ngle® in the image below: \n \n\n\n\n\nParkinson Society BC appreciates a ll gifts\, as they allow us to continue to offer programs people with Park inson’s disease and their carepartners rely on. If you wish\, you can ma ke a donation by entering an amount in the Additional Donation field. URL:https://parkinson.bc.ca/event/zentangle-playing-with-patterns-a-six-week-creative-hand-dexterity-series/2027-02-16 CATEGORIES:Activity END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR