Retirement Explorers is a free, drop-in program for retirees who love to learn, explore new ideas, deepen their knowledge, engage in meaningful discussions, and connect with friends.

In partnership with the Thunder Bay Public Library, sessions run every Friday from October to December and January to April at the Mary J.L. Black Community Hub (901 Edward Street).

No registration is required—just drop in and join the fun!

Please note: Retirement Explorers will return to its regular schedule on October 3 2025, 1 PM at the Mary JL Black Public Library.

Schedule for Fall-Winter 2025 

  • Friday, October 3 | 1:00–2:30 PM
    Summer Sharing & Book Talk

    • Reconnect after the summer break, share your adventures, and recommend a book you enjoyed.

    • All suggestions will be compiled into the 2025 Book Recommendations List.

    • Facilitator: The Retirement Explorers

    • Location: Mary J.L. Black Community Hub

  • Friday, October 10 | 1:00–2:30 PM
    Lempo Film Screening & Filmmaker Q&A

    • Screening of Lempo, followed by a Q&A with local director Laura-Lynn Petrick.

    • Speaker: Laura-Lynn Petrick

    • Location: Co.Lab Gallery at Goods & Co. Mall

  • Friday, October 17 | 1:00–2:30 PM
    Cardmaking with CAHEP

    • Create your own one-of-a-kind cards for any occasion.

    • Facilitator: CAHEP

    • Location: Mary J.L. Black Community Hub

  • Friday, October 24 | 1:00–2:30 PM
    All the DAZE – Prop Workshop

    • Craft cardboard props for Frozen: The Musical with Marcia Arpin.

    • Speaker: Marcia Arpin, All the DAZE Productions

    • Location: Mary J.L. Black Community Hub

  • Friday, October 31 | 1:00–2:30 PM
    Halloween Zumba

    • A lighthearted Halloween-themed Zumba session set to spooky tunes.

    • Instructor: Susie Rietdijk

    • Location: Mary J.L. Black Community Hub

  • Friday, November 7 | 1:00–2:30 PM
    Real Estate Planning

    • Tips on downsizing, selling, buying, or renting as an older adult.

    • Speaker: Alexander Mirabelli, RE/MAX Broker

    • Location: Mary J.L. Black Community Hub

  • Friday, November 14 | 1:00–2:30 PM
    Behind-the-Scenes Tour of the Thunder Bay Community Auditorium

    • Explore the inner workings of this iconic venue.

    • Speakers: Chelsea Siver & Sheldon Cade, TBCA

    • Location: Thunder Bay Community Auditorium

  • Friday, November 21 | 1:00–2:30 PM
    A Changemaker in the Parks: Promoting Social Health through Story Sharing

    • Nancy Angus shares her national conference presentation on social health.

    • Speaker: Nancy Angus, Age BIG

    • Location: Mary J.L. Black Community Hub

  • Friday, November 28 | 1:00–2:30 PM
    Thunder Bay District Health Unit – Vaccination Information

    • An informative session on vaccinations and related health topics.

    • Speaker: Robin Cooper, TBDHU

    • Location: Mary J.L. Black Community Hub

  • Friday, December 5 | 1:00–2:30 PM
    Improv Workshop with Cambrian Players

    • Laugh, play, and think on your feet in this interactive improv workshop.

    • Speaker: Richard Pepper, Cambrian Players

    • Location: Mary J.L. Black Community Hub

  • Friday, December 12 | 1:00–2:30 PM
    Holiday Bingo with Snacks!

    • Celebrate the season with bingo, festive snacks, and prizes.

    • Facilitator: The Retirement Explorers

    • Location: Mary J.L. Black Community Hub

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