Finding Balance is a campaign designed to increase awareness of falls prevention among older Albertans. The focus of this year's Finding Balance campaign is Keep Active - Increase Your Strength and Balance. They provide many useful resources such as fact sheets, multi-language handouts, posters, brochures, etc. Review campaign resources and a variety of other falls prevention resources.

From project managers to human resources experts, from business analysts to information technology specialists, community members are eager to contribute their skills to your cause. Explore practices that support the successful engagement of knowledge philanthropists, or skilled volunteers, and learn how to proactively plan for, attract and engage knowledge philanthropists in your work. Learn more.

Gain new information and join in lively discussion at this event. There will be a panel discussion featuring various topics of interest to practitioners and free breakfast. Live streaming online is available to those unable to attend in person. 

Both in person and remote attendees must register. Deadline is November 20. Breakfast is served at 7:30 a.m., the panel discussion (live streaming) begins at 8 a.m. and the event finishes at 10 a.m. Contact Rosalie Freund at 780-492-7822 or [email protected] if you have questions.

This year's seminar is devoted to strategic thinking. Topics include:

• A panel discussion on member engagement and sustainability
• Everything you need to know about bylaws
• The power of simplicity

In addition to fewer sessions, the seminar's revamped format will feature an extended Q&A period to allow for more dialogue with colleagues, networking and breakfast.

Seniors are very engaged voters but can face challenges in voting. The City of Edmonton is very interested in hearing from seniors about how to reduce barriers to voting in municipal elections. 

The City has begun consultations to gather information about voting and voting needs. The consultation begins with an online survey that will inform upcoming in-person consultations. Your input is valuable and you can have your say by completing the survey.

Watch the stage and screen merge as we celebrate some of the most exciting and magical songs and dances from the early years of movie making. From Tin Pan Alley to the lush Rogers and Hammerstein musicals to the high flying moments of the big city in On the Town. 

To take advantage of the group rate, contact Suzzette Mellado at [email protected] or (780) 442-2013.

In this workshop you will be introduced to the versatile medium of coloured pencil through demonstrations and one-on-one guidance. Create a delicate drawing of a bird on white paper. You will learn different mark-making and blending techniques and how to layer colours to create depth and richness in your drawings. No drawing experience required. Photo reference will be provided by the instructor.  Supply list provided at registration. Call 780-483-1209 to register.

Edmonton Transit heard great ideas from Edmontonians at consultations from August to October and now they want your help in setting priorities. They are hosting two workshops:

• November 17, 7 - 9 p.m. South East Edmonton Seniors Association (9350 82 St.)
• November 18, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Central Lions Seniors Association (11113 113 St.)

To register email [email protected] or call (780) 496-1043. Transit tickets can be provided, if required. Light refreshments will be served.

Attend a tasty lunch and presentation by EPCOR on how to save money on your power bill. Call 780-451-4589 for more information.

As part of the Seniors Initiative, Councillor Knack will discuss City of Edmonton growth and answer questions regarding seniors' issues. Refreshments included. No cost to attend.

Representatives from Sage will inform you of the housing options for seniors. Everyone welcome. Call 780-496-2997 for more information.

Classes will focus on creating small oil paintings. Topics such as use of colour, composition, and contrast will be taught. Drawing experience is not necessary and all skill levels are welcome. Instruction will be planned to meet the needs of the group. Call 780-701-9016 for more details.

Learn how to protect you and your loved ones against the most common scams, frauds, and identity theft that specifically target seniors. Detective Bill Allen of the Edmonton Police Service will discuss common internet scams such as sites impersonating RCMP or Police requiring payment to avoid prosecution; telephone scams such as spoofing or impersonation of victim's known contact voice, Nigerian 419 scams; lottery winnings and in-heritance requiring advance payment to process; and door to door snake oil sales scams. Call 780-451-1925 for information.

Enjoy a festive Christmas dinner and entertainment by Bob Jones. Doors open at 4:30, dinner at 5:30 and show to follow. Purchase tickets before November 23.