Fall is here at NESA and there is a lot happening! Don’t forget that Honorary Membership nominations are open until October 9. Our 2027 Colouring Calendars are now available for purchase at the front desk. Pick one up and add a little creativity to your year while supporting NESA!
Whether you’ve been with us for years or just joined, we’re so glad to have you as part of the NESA community. Wishing you a fun and exciting rest of your week!
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Important Dates to Note
Wednesday, October 7 - NESA's Bottle Drive
Friday, October 16 - The Mop Top Four (SOLD OUT)
Monday, October 19 - Games Day Get Together
Friday, October 23 - Music Jam
Friday, October 30 - Pub Night: A Monster Mash Bingo Bash (SOLD OUT)
Wednesday, November 4 - NESA's Bottle Drive
Friday, November 6 - Remembrance Day Tribute Tea and Dessert
Saturday, November 21 - Holly Jolly Craft Sale
Thursday, November 26 - Jewellery Sale
Friday, December 4 - Holiday Harmony Celebration
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Honorary & Honorary Lifetime Membership Nominations |
Nomination Deadline: October 9, 2026
Help NESA acknowledge and celebrate the exceptional contributions of both members and non-members to the organization.
Awarded individuals will be recognized at the 2027 Annual General Meeting, and will be provided with a 2027 NESA Membership or Lifetime NESA Membership.
Nomination forms are available at the front desk or online. Submissions can be made in person or via email to Kathe.
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NESA will be collecting NEW and GENTLY USED items for Operation Friendship Seniors Society (OFSS). These donations will support the essential items needed to keep OFSS clients warm during the winter months and will be delivered to the OFSS warehouse on a regular basis.
Donation boxes will be available in the NESA front lobby for anyone who would like to contribute.
The following list of items has been provided to us by OFSS, so if you would like to donate, please only donate items on this list.
NEW ITEMS:
• Men's underwear - all sizes (but especially M, L and XL)
• Men's and women's heavier socks - all sizes
• Men's and women's long johns - all sizes
• Heavy toques
• Heavy mitts
• Hand warmers
• Boot warmers
NEW or GENTLY USED ITEMS:
• Winter jackets
• Hoodies
• Sweaters
• Sweatpants
• Winter boots
Please ensure you are donating new items unless they are listed under NEW or GENTLY USED ITEMS.
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Monday, October 19 | 10:00am-12:30pm
Join us for Board Games in our drop-in games room! A volunteer will help organize games, explain the rules and welcome players. Come on your own or bring a friend for a fun, relaxed social experience. Can’t make a scheduled session? NESA members are welcome to use the games in Room 207 with friends free of charge on weekdays. No registration required.
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2027 Colouring Calendar Fundraiser |
Add a splash of creativity to your year with NESA’s 2026 Colouring Calendar! Each page features beautiful designs ready for you to personalize. Proceeds support programs and activities that help our community thrive!
Calendars are $15 each, or $20 for a calendar with pencil crayons.
Available for purchase at the front desk!
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Friday, November 6 | 2:00pm-4:00pm
Join us for a heartfelt Remembrance Day Tribute Tea and Dessert. Let's gather together to honor and remember those who have served our country. Enjoy a warm cup of tea while reflecting on the sacrifices made for our freedom. This event will be a lovely way to pay our respects and connect with our community. We hope to see you there! Caterology will be serving Cherries Jubilee and Coffee/Tea.
Tickets are $15 each. Purchase tickets by clicking here or call us at 780-496-6969.
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Saturday, November 21 | 9:00am-3:00pm
Discover unique stocking stuffers, handmade gifts, festive treasures, and more from a variety of local craft vendors.
Be sure to visit the NESA Creative Clubs Sale, featuring a wonderful selection of handmade creations from our talented club members.
The Caterology Café will be open, and an ATM is available on site.
*Vendor registration opens October 6 for members, and October 8 for non-members. Click here for vendor registration information or call us at 780-496-6969
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| Please bring clean indoor shoes for your fitness, dance, yoga, gymnasium, and fitness centre activities. This helps keep our floors clean, safe, and dry for everyone.
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Help Keep Our Fitness Spaces Clean |
With flu season starting, please remember to wipe down fitness equipment after your program using the provided sanitizing wipes.
Thank you for helping keep our shared spaces clean and healthy!
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NESA Program and Activity Highlights: |
We are very excited to be providing so many programs and activities this season; please check out the list below for some programs that still have space available!
If you’re interested in registering, please give us a call at 780-496-6969, or register online by clicking here.
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Gift Cards - Get Yours Today! |
Did you know that NESA sells grocery gift cards for Sobeys, Safeway, and Save-On Foods, as well as gift cards for Kuhlmann’s Greenhouse Garden Market? For every gift card purchased through NESA, our seniors’ recreation centre earns a small percentage from each sale. Those funds help support various seniors fundraising initiatives and programs at NESA.
If you are interested in purchasing a grocery gift card, please visit us during our office hours. Thank you for supporting our fundraiser!
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