Marlborough Seniors’ Expo next month

In three weeks, 60 stall holders will set up at the Marlborough Events Centre for the annual Marlborough Seniors’ Expo.

Ranging from the Red Hat Society, Falls Prevention and Te Whatu Ora Health NZ to Marlborough Indoor Bowls and the Blenheim and Renwick Menz Shed, there really is something for everyone over 65, including music and refreshments.

The Seniors’ Expo, on Tuesday 11 March, runs from 9am to 1pm and is free to attend.

While Council delivers the expo, this year Geoffrey T Sowman Funeral Directors and Summerset Blenheim have generously come on board as sponsors.

Council’s Events and Community Partnerships Officer Natalie Lawler said while the expo was aimed at the over 65s, it was open to everyone. “It is designed for the whole community to help create awareness of services and activities available for older people - and is a perfect opportunity to get vital information for whānau and family members,” she said.

“Whether it’s helping older folk to maintain an active lifestyle or meeting other people in a bid to reduce loneliness, the expo can help, even if it’s just wanting to know where to find advice and support.”

For more information, Ph: 03 520 7400.