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Greetings to the NESA Community!

We hope this message finds you well and that you have had a great month so far! How great to be back at our favorite activities, visiting friends, and enjoying some warm and sunshine-filled weather. Here's to hoping Mother Nature continues to grace us with her warm and refreshing presence. Time to put away those winter layers and bring out the spring jackets, garden pots, and flip flops!
To ensure you are up to date on all things NESA we wanted to share some important information with you.
Important Dates to Remember:
Bottle Drive - Wednesday, May 3, 2023
Wizards of Odds and Ends Lobby Sale - Wednesday, May 10, 2023
Jewelry Lobby Sale - Friday, May 12, 2023
Spring Fling Tea - Friday, May 12, 2023 
[Tickets on sale until May 3, 2023. Click here to buy yours today!]
Canada Sings (Choralaires Concert) - Saturday, May 13, 2023
NESA Garden Club Plant Sale - Wednesday, May 17, 2023 
NESA Closure - Monday, May 22, 2023 [Statutory Holiday]
Edmonton Swing Band Dance - Friday, June 23, 2023

Fundraising Special Announcement

We are so pleased to share with you that during our recent three-day book, jewelry, puzzle, and coffee-maker sale, NESA raised $11,099.80
We thank all members and friends of the community who participated in this fundraiser and look forward to welcoming you back to our next multi-day book sale in June!

Northgate Lions Donation to NESA

NESA is extremely grateful for a recent donation of $20,000.00 made by our kind and generous partners of the Northgate Lions Club. This cheque was donated to us on Friday, April 21, 2023 at the Volunteer Appreciation Event. 
Thank you to the Northgate Lions for this donation - your support and contributions mean the world to us!

Thank You Thank You Thank You! 

A very special thank you to all of the amazing volunteers who supported NESA in 2022. We had 355 volunteers who together volunteered a massive 37,560 hours! 

This past Friday, April 21, 2023 the NESA team hosted a 1970's disco-themed Volunteer Appreciation Event to honor and give thanks to the remarkable contributions from this outstanding volunteer community from 2022. It was a groovy event where we dined and boogie'd the night away! Thanks again to the NESA Volunteer Community - you are all far out and fabulous!

Join us for our Spring Fling Tea!

If you are looking for an afternoon of live entertainment, great company and delicious treats, register for NESA's upcoming Friday, May 12, 2023 Topsy Turvy Spring Fling tea! 
Please visit NESA for more information, call us at 780-496-6969 or click here to purchase tickets.
(Tickets are on sale until end of day Friday, May 3, 2023).
[In the online catalog, look under 'Special Events' to register for the tea].

Program Updates and Additions at NESA - Sign up today!

Our programming team has a few updates and additions they wish to inform you about!
Please call 780-496-6969 to register or click here to register online. 
Active with Arthritis (C)
[MORE SPACES ADDED!] Wednesday, April 26, 2023 to Wednesday, June 21, 2023 from 5:00pm-6:00pm Cost: $59.00
Description: Physical activity is important for the management of joint pain or stiffness associated with Arthritis or other chronic conditions. Join us for a light-intensity, gentle and safe workout while experiencing some relief to your muscle and joint discomfort through a series of different movements that will include various stretching, strengthening and light aerobic activities with the goal to help improve and better manage these conditions. No floor work.
[In the online catalog, look under 'Fitness & Sports']
Ancestry DNA Tools
[MORE SPACES ADDED!] Tuesday, May 2 and May 9, 2023 from 10:30am-12:00pm Cost: $20.00
Description: Ancestry DNA tests can be linked to your family tree. Numerous tools can be used to find DNA matches and identify a common ancestor. Learn how to organize your DNA searches and contact matches through Ancestry. (Please note: An ancestry account is not required to participate in this class. This class will be held in the computer lab so some familiarity and knowledge with how to navigate online is recommended). *Computers supplied by NESA.
[In the online catalog, look under 'General  Interest Programs'] 
Fire Prevention Education and Safety for Seniors
[NEW DATE!] Thursday, April 27, 2023 from 10:00am-11:30am] Cost: $2
 Description: Ever wonder what that beeping sound means? Unsure of what to do in an emergency situation? Want to impress your friends and family with fire safety facts that could save their lives? If this sounds like YOU then join us for an informative fire safety presentation by Edmonton Fire Rescue Service. Get all the facts you need to protect yourself, and your home from the dangers associated with an emergency.
[In the online catalog, look under 'Public EventsL Non-Members Welcome: General  Interest Programs'] 
Functional Training with Katelynn
[NEW START/END DATE!] Tuesday, May 2, 2023 to Tuesday, June 27, 2023 from 1:15pm-2:15pm Cost: $53
Description: Get ready to participate in a low-impact total body workout geared towards improving your overall strength and balance. Each class will have you moving through a series of 5-10 exercises to get you stronger for your daily activities. No floor work required.
[In the online catalog, look under 'Fitness & Sports']
Interval Training (A) and (B)
[MORE SPACES ADDED] Monday, May 1, 2023 to Monday, June 26, 2023 from 9:00am-10:00am Cost: $47
AND/OR
Wednesday, April 26, 2023 to Wednesday, June 21, 2023 from 9:00am-10:00am Cost: $53
Description: Join us for a low-impact light-moderate intensity total body workout. This class is designed to increase flexibility, joint stability, balance, coordination, agility, muscular strength and endurance. Mat-based exercises may be included in the program but modifications for standing and/or chair options will also be provided.
[In the online catalog, look under 'Fitness & Sports']
Senior Crime and Safety Workshop
[NEW ADDITION!] Friday, May 26, 2023 from 1:00pm-3:00pm Cost: $2
Description: Senior Safety: Fraud, Scams, and the Internet: Join us for an interactive presentation designed to educate seniors on personal safety (in the home, on the street, in your vehicle) and provide important knowledge on telephone, email and internet scams. Our goal is to teach seniors to ’Know the Scams’ and ’Know the Methods’ and as such be aware and be prepared of scams and crimes in the 21st Century!
[In the online catalog, look under 'Public EventsL Non-Members Welcome: General  Interest Programs'] 
Sock Gnome Workshops (C) and (D)

[NEW ADDITIONS!] Wednesday, May 23, 2023 from 5:00pm-9:00pm AND/OR Thursday, June 15, 2023 from 9:00am-1:00pm Cost: $38

Description: Gnomes can be for all seasons! Create a 12-inch gnome made from work socks, and add bling to give him a unique style and personality. You will also make super cute boots from scratch. There will be color choices for beards, shoe fabric, buttons, and bling. Feel free to bring your own buttons and bling if you have something special you would like to add. It’s easier than you think to create these hairy cuties! No sewing is required, so participants must be comfortable using a glue gun. Come and have some fun with other beard lovers! Please bring a hot glue gun with glue sticks (5 regular size or 8 mini size) and a pair of craft scissors. All other supplies are included!

[In the online catalog, look under 'Public Events: Non-Members Welcome: Drawing/Painting/Arts & Crafts Workshops]


Water Marbling Workshop: Silk Scarf and Paper
[ADDITIONAL OFFERING!] Friday, May 12, 2023 from 12:30pm-3:30pm Cost: $78 
Description: Water Marbling is a centuries-old art form where paint is floated on water & special tools are used to create designs and patterns. The image is then captured by placing paper or fabric (or other porous materials) on top of the water where it is immediately transferred and permanently affixed. This is an introduction to this mystical art form where you will learn basic water marbling techniques.
You will use simple tools such as rakes, sticks, combs, and splatter brushes to create unique, one-of-a-kind designs.
We will start the workshop by learning how the paints float and how the colors respond to each other. Next, we learn basic designs like freestyle, stone, peacock, and feather which we print to paper. Lastly, you will then apply these techniques to design a 14"x72" silk scarf. There are no special skills required, only the willingness to experiment and have fun!
[In the online catalog, look under 'Public Events: Non-Members Welcome: Drawing/Painting/Arts & Crafts Workshops]
Tours and Outings 
Tour #1: High Tea at The Art of Cake - Wednesday, May 17, 2023 from 1:30pm-5:00pm Cost: $91
Tour #2: Wild West Shooting Range - Wednesday, June 14, 2023 from 1:00pm-4:30pm Cost: $130
[In the online catalog, look under 'Tours & Outings for more details about each tour]. 

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