MEMBERS of the Beechworth Senior Citizens Club (BSCC) held a cheery gathering last Wednesday, where they shared a Winter Warmers lunch of soup and dessert with all the trimmings.

The lunch was arranged by the BSCC committee and the food was prepared by Dan from Tanswells Commercial Hotel.

This is a regular event for members to get out and meet with others in a warm and friendly atmosphere at the BSCC hall; a friendly community hub for the members and also for the many individual groups who use the facility.

With the recent prolonged period of cold, wet weather, BSCC’s Chris Dormer said it was important to promote inclusion within the community.

"It is important for people to have a place to go where they feel welcome and included, and to meet and chat with others," she said.

"New members are always welcome, and, there are several interest groups and a program of activities for those who wish to join in and who are over 55 years of age. Activities include cards (euchre), craft (textiles, fibre and yarn), line dancing, B.E.A.T.S gentle exercise, tai chi, qigong, table tennis, yoga, and croquet, held on the adjacent outside lawns.”

Activities are focused on all interests and abilities, and are held at the Beechworth Senior Citizens Hall in Harper Avenue.

To join as a new member or to renew your membership please contact beechworth.scc@gmail.com or phone 0405 381 463.