Celebrate NSW Seniors Festival at Westfield Chatswood

Celebrate the NSW senior festival at Westfield Chatswood from the 18th of February till the 22nd of February.

NSW Seniors Festival will be taking place 12-23 February 2020.

Themed ‘Love to Celebrate’, the 2020 NSW Seniors Festival will deliver hundreds of free and heavily discounted events, workshops, and performances for seniors across the state.

With the diverse range of experiences on offer seniors will be inspired to be active, socialise, and share their skills and wisdom all while connecting with their community.

Westfield Chatswood is proud to be bring the celebration to life the center for the first time from 18-22 February with the following exciting daily activities:

Tuesday 18 February

- Tea & Technology by Australian Seniors Computer Clubs Association

Level 4 near Cotton On

Education for seniors in using computer technology for empowerment in everyday life.

Wednesday 19 February

- Cake Decorating Workshop

10am-12pm | 12:30 - 2:30pm | Level 4 near Cotton On

After seeing those exceptionally decorated cakes at the Royal Easter Show and the Stalls at Westfield, have you ever wanted to work with sugar and make a beautiful flower? Come and join in a workshop with some members from the Chatswood Branch of the Cake Decorators Association on Wednesday 19 February. All materials are provided, and you will learn how to make a basic rose plus a filler flower to take home and surprise family and friends.

Thursday 20 February

- Art therapy by Melissa Reid-Devine

10am-11am | 11am-12pm | Level 4 near Cotton On

Limited spaces available.

Art therapy is a creative way for seniors to manage pain and stress and deal with memory loss. Studies have found that seniors who do art have fewer doctor’s visits, better physical health, and require less medication. They also fall less frequently. One study connected art to decreased rates of loneliness and depression, along with better hand dexterity and higher morale. Join us and create your own artwork.

Friday 21 February

- Tai chi and Rouli Ball Exercise

9:30am-10:30am | Level 4 near Cotton On

Tai chi is a non-competitive martial art known for its self-defence techniques and health benefits. As a form of exercise, it combines gentle physical exercise and stretching with mindfulness.

- Belly Dancing with Nan and Pop

11am-12pm | Level 4 near Cotton On

Get ready to shake it in in our all ages Belly Dancing Class. Most older students find that belly dancing is beneficial to their health. As a form of exercise, it provides the same health benefits as other forms of exercise.

Saturday 22 February

- Tai chi and Rouli Ball Exercise

9:30am-10:30am | Level 4 near Cotton On

Tai chi is a non-competitive martial art known for its self-defence techniques and health benefits. As a form of exercise, it combines gentle physical exercise and stretching with mindfulness.

- Seniors Cultural Dance

2pm - 3pm | Level 4 near Cotton On

Join in incentre for a live dance performance.

Meet new people and catch up with old friends at this year’s #NSWSeniorsFestival #LoveToCelebrate