Toronto Cultural Mingle Association
SENIRO CHESS ODYSSEY & FAMILY FUN
April 28, 2024
Newmarket Community Centre & Lions Hall, Hall 4
200 Doug Duncan Dr, Newmarket, ON L3Y 3Y9
Senior Chess Odyssey & Family Fun is an intergenerational community event designed to bring seniors, families, and youth together through the shared language of strategy, play, and cultural exchange. The event promotes active aging, lifelong learning, and family engagement while encouraging social interaction across generations and cultures.
Our overarching objective is to cultivate a vibrant, multicultural community where in individuals from all walks of life converge to celebrate our collective heritage and embrace the richness of our diverse cultures. Our event promises an enriching experience, fostering cultural connections and community engagement. Attendees will immerse themselves in diverse activities, including chess matches, Senior & Family activities, savoring delicious pizza, and partaking in refreshments—all while forging meaningful connections within our vibrant community.
JIM SUN, PRESIDENT OF THE TORONTO CULTURAL MINGLE EXCHANGE ASSOCIATION
Jim Sun delivers the opening welcome speech, setting the tone for a day of intergenerational connection and cultural celebration. His remarks emphasize the importance of bringing together seniors, families, and youth through shared activities that transcend age and cultural boundaries.
GALLAGHER MURPHY, MEMBER OF PROVINCIAL PARLIAMENT FOR NEWMARKET-AURORA
Gallagher Murphy delivers congratulatory remarks and presents a commemorative letter to the Toronto Cultural Mingle Association, recognizing the organization's commitment to fostering intergenerational connections and cultural exchange within the community.
CHRISTINA BISANZ, NEWEMARKET COUNCILLOR
Councillor Christina Bisanz delivers congratulatory remarks, offering high praise and strong support for the establishment of the Toronto Cultural Mingle Association. She emphasizes that the organization will play a vital and positive role in promoting multicultural exchange and integration within the City of Newmarket.
GINA CHAI
Gina Chai serves as the host of ceremonies for the Senior Chess Odyssey & Family Fun event, guiding attendees through a day of intergenerational activities, cultural exchange, and community celebration.
FUTURE STARS IN THE SPOTLIGHT
Children showcase their talents through cultural performances, featuring renowned young performer "Little Golden Hair" Li Zhiyong, a well-known child star in Eastern Canada, captivating the audience with his vocal performance.
A COMMUNITY UNITED BY CHESS
Seniors gather around boards, sharing strategies refined over decades while building new friendships. Nearby, young players discover the joy of competition, developing critical thinking skills and sportsmanship.
LITTLE MAKERS AT WORK
Children engage in hands-on craft activities, exploring their creativity and imagination while developing new skills. The craft station becomes a vibrant hub of artistic expression, where young participants create keepsakes and share in the joy of making something with their own hands.
The event's finest works are presented as gifts to the attending MPP
COMMUNITY REFRESHMENT
Attendees enjoy complimentary food and refreshments provided by the Toronto Cultural Mingle Association. The shared meal becomes an opportunity for casual conversation and connection, bringing together participants of all ages in the welcoming atmosphere of communal dining.
