The SCONA Drama Club is available to perform at your centre or seniors residence. The play is written and performed by SCONA seniors and is a humorous look at the foibles of aging. Contact Cathy at 780-433-5377 to book a performance.

JLR Puzzles offers a Mental Aerobics Therapeutic Magnetic Puzzle Program that is applicable for both the highly intellectual and the mentally challenged (those with autism, cerebral palsy, dementia and the early stages of Alzheimer's). This program has hundreds of puzzle designs, card game patterns for matching and activity sheets for a variety of cognitive levels.

The company welcomes opportunities to facilitate the program to seniors. The Program Provider will come to your facility, bring all required program supplies and will work with staff to support participants. For more information visit www.jlrpuzzles.com.

Your volunteer engagement program can be measured by more than just the hours a volunteer gives your organization. What other kinds of information should you keep track of, and how do you know if you're doing a good job with your volunteer engagement program? This webinar will help you think through both the quantitative and qualitative information you can use to evaluate your program.

Webinar 1: Roles and Responsibilities of Organizations
April 13, 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. MDT

Webinar 2: I am Being Harassed or Witnessing Harassment. What Can I Do?
April 27, 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. MDT

This webinar presents both the corporate and nonprofit perspectives on successful alliances between charities and companies. The webinar will identify key characteristics of mutually beneficial partnerships, outline benefits to both parties, and share insights into how to develop a strong, long-term relationship with a corporate sponsor.

The Mill Woods Seniors Association (MWSA) has an opportunity for an innovative and self-motivated team player to join the organization as a Fund Development Coordinator. The Fund Development Coordinator is responsible for revenue generating activities including execution of fundraising by increasing contract, grant and other fundraising revenue and by generating donations and sponsorship agreements from new and existing donors. Much of the role will involve developing systems and procedures around fund development. This is a term position until December 31, 2016 with the potential to become permanent.

Review the complete job posting for position responsibilities, qualifications and application instructions.

Writers aged 55 years and older who live in the Greater Edmonton area are eligible to submit unpublished work to be considered for the 2016 John W. Bilsland Award of Literary Excellence for Senior Writers. Prizes of $500 will be awarded in each of three categories: short fiction, short non-fiction and poetry. 

The deadline for award submissions is April 22, 2016. For entry rules and regulations and to download an entry form, go to www.strathconaplace.com. For further information email [email protected].

The City of Edmonton Elections and Census office is looking for individuals to test and provide comment on the online census platform that will be used in 2016. The information provided from this testing will ensure that the online census platform is created in an inclusive way for all residents of Edmonton.

 
Testing will be performed from Tuesday, March 15 to Friday, March 18. Participants will complete a test census online and provide critique of the system to ensure usability for all individuals completing the census online. If you are interested in participating contact Iain McLean at [email protected] and a link to the online system and a log in will be provided.

In partnership with the University of Alberta Faculty of Extension, ELLA offers stimulating courses in a friendly environment during a 3-week Spring program held on the U of A campus from May 2 - 20, 2016. 

Review the course guide to see what's planned for this year. Registration begins March 14. To be eligible to attend this year's spring classes, obtain your annual ELLA membership for just $20. Purchase online or by phone at 780-492-5055.  

The day will play host to various booths and information sessions to help you through the task of downsizing. You'll learn helpful hints and tried and true tricks to have you seeing cleanliness and organization in your surroundings. Lynn Fraser of Balance Your World will host a presentation "Holistic De Cluttering" sharing practical self-care tools from a coach who respects you and your special memories, holistically. Other vendors on site are Caprice West, Suit Yourself, Find and Antique Expert! Call 780-483-1209 for information and to register.

Join this untypical book club members of which not only read but also watch movies that were produced based on books. Facilitated by a professional librarian. This is a great way to meet new friends among book-lovers. Call 780-488-4241 for information.

Enjoy this tour and dining experience at Ernest's - where NAIT students serve their specialties! Space is limited. Call 780-496-7369 for information.