Please join us for an afternoon of classical piano music. You can register here for this free concert:  http://bit.ly/3pT1kEX

ESC has received a grant, along with the YEG Seniors Alliance, from the Edmonton Foundation to create training modules and plain language content explaining fraud and fraud prevention. We need another focus group that will work with the writing team to see if the step by step plain language explanations are workable and easy to understand. So often internet fraud is written in jargon, with phishing, refreshing, hovering, catfishing, etc. used to explain what a fraud is and how to prevent it. In our initial focus group, we heard from seniors who had been frustrated with the way fraud prevention classes had gone about explaining internet security and self protection. Our goal is to work with focus groups to vet the information we are writing before it is posted on the web. If you…

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I bet you didn't know that Willie Wong, apart from being a great artist and teacher can cook! Have a look at his new Saturday afternoon class. These classes will begin in March. Check the website for dates. To register for the class go here: Courses Twice a month in March and April, Willie will be teaching Malaysian cooking, Nyonya style. This a an unique meals which was created after the colonialism in Malaysia. A blend of Chinese, Indonesian. Malay and Indian cuisine.    All ingredients are available at either superstore or T&T grocery stores on Calgary trail. You'll be sent the shopping list before each session.    The classes will be on two Saturdays from 4 to 6pm, just in time for supper!

ESC provides over the phone, one on one computer help. You can call Hana and leave her a message. She helps people over the phone Thursdays and Fridays. 780-966-8625. She is patient, kind and knowledgeable. Don't be isolated or lonely because you are having challenges with your smart phone, tablet or computer. Let ESC help you connect with others.

ESC has a phone calling system that can connect you with another person at least once a week. You can become a volunteer with or a participant in our calling pods. Send an email to office@edmontonseniorscentre.ca if you are a senior (55+) looking for connection. If you are someone who wishes to volunteer, go to our website and fil out the forms there. ESC Volunteer for Friendly Chats. There will be a background check for all volunteers.

Friday, Feb 26 at 1pm you can register online or call and get the call in number. You must be a member to vote and to receive the meal and gift card. Please, call Hana to register for the call in so we know whom to expect at the meeting. 780-966-8625. She will give you the call in information then. Please exercise your membership privileges and sign up for the AGM. It's been a challenging year, and you'll have an opportunity to see how the people who serve you responded quickly to the pandemic, with your safety and wellbeing foremost in our minds. You'll be proud to know that we were online quickly with a variety of classes, support groups, and a town hall, and two day conference. We don't have very many people…