There's always something going on at Sage! Visit our Life Enrichment page for a printable Calendar of Events each month.
Click on the bars to the left to learn more about the Sage Awards, Seniors' Housing Forum, Seniors' Health & Wellness Forum and Lunch and Learn (PIP).
A four week course that examines the environment and climate of the circumpolar North. Learn why the Arctic is cold and ice covered, consider how the Arctic is connected to the rest of the world, and examine present day climate change. Course from the University of Alberta. Taught in a group format. Pre-register at 780 423 5510 ext 301.
Date: Fri Mar 29 - Apr 26 (not Good Friday)
Time: 12:30-2:30pm Cost: $5 for handouts
Celebrate Easter with a delicious baked ham lunch including dessert and coffee/tea. Entertainment provided. Must register by April 15. Easter dinner will not be available for purchase on the day of the event, but the café will be open. Entertainment until 1pm.
Date: Thur Apr 18 Time: 11:30-12:30pm Location: Auditorium Cost: $12.00
Call 780 423 5510 ext 301 to register You can pay over the phone with your credit card.
March 8 is International Women's Day, a day to recognize women's achievements and acknowledge the challenges they continue to face in the quest for gender equality. Sage is celebrating with a Pink Tea to discuss the history of the suffrage movement while enjoying tea and goodies. Please pre-register.
Date: Fri Mar 8 Time: 1:30pm Cost: $2.00
Call 780 423 5510 ext 301 to pre-register
Learn all of the amazing health benefits of pole walking. Get a chance to try out the techniques yourself in this informative session!
Date: Wed May 8 Time: 1pm
Location: Classroom C Cost: Free
Call 780 423 5519 ext 301 to sign up
Meet new people, get some fresh air and exercise with this group that takes a weekly stroll. Open to all skill levels. Walking poles may be provided. Group has a volunteer instructor. Free
Date: Wed starting May 15. Depart Sage at 1pm.
Call 780 423 5510 ext 301 to sign up
For those who have a bit of knowledge of the language or those who are fluent. A fun and laid back way to practice your French and meet other French speakers. Cost: Free
Dates: First and third Friday of each month Time: 11-12pm Location: Sage Café
Call 780 423 5510 ext 301 to sign up
Want to meet new people or visit and don’t know where to start? Join us each week for a warm cup of coffee (or tea), some friendly faces, and a chance to connect with others.
Date: Thurs Time: 10:30-11:30am
Location: Sage Café Cost: Free (coffee/tea voucher provided)
A chance to practice your Spanish conversational skills, learn vocabulary, and meet some great people in this new, free group with a volunteer lead!
Date: 2nd & 4th Fri May to Aug
Time: 10:30-12pm Location: Café
Call 780 423 5510 ext 301 to sign up
Enjoy a tour of Red Deer’s Fort Normandeau, have lunch at The Golden Circle Senior Center and end the day with an amazing show from the RCMP dogs! Pre-register by May 21 to ensure a spot.
Date: Wed May 29 Time: Leave Sage at 9:00am
Cost: $55.00 member ($67.00 non-member)
Includes lunch, coach bus and show
Call 780 423 5510 ext 301 to register. You can pay over the phone with your credit card.
Highlights the funicular and Frederick Todd lookout. Walk is organized with the Community Engagement Committee for the River Valley Alliance (RVA). Walk will start and end at Sage and is for varying skill levels.
Date: Wed May 22 Cost: Free
Time: 1-2:30pm (walk is approx. 60 minutes) Location: Meet at Sage Café
Call 780 423 5510 ext 301 to sign up.
A delicious, traditional, 7-course Italian pranzo lunch, including antipasto platter, pasta, salad, meat and potatoes, dessert and coffee/tea.
Date: Sun April 14 (register by April 10)
Time: Depart Sage at 11:00am
Cost: $37.00 per person including lunch, tax and tip, and school bus to and from Sage
Call 780 423 5510 ext301 to register. You can pay over the phone with you credit card.
Venture out to a new dining experiences on the second Tuesday of each month at 12:30pm (or 1:00pm at restaurant). Must pre-register by the Friday before.
Cost: Pay own lunch costs + ETS
Mar 12 - Pampa Brazilian Steakhouse (9929-109St)
*New Date* Apr 11 - Langano Skies (9920-82Ave)
May 14 - Northern Chicken
(10704-124St)
Call 780 423 5510 ext 301 to register
Monthly Financial Presentations with Wei Woo: Held the 2nd Wednesday monthly at 1pm in Classroom A
Mar 13 - Protecting your Retirement Portfolio in Today’s Economy - The global economy is presently in an uncertain state due to prolonged low oil prices. For your retirement savings, it is important to have specific financial strategies to manage the volatility of the markets, take advantage of compelling opportunities, look at options in securing the principle of your retirement investments, and ensuring you have the cash flow you need regardless of the economic situation. Time: 10:30am
April 10 - Selecting a suitable financial advisor and financial institution - Who we choose as our financial advisor has a great influence on our satisfaction with financial services, as well as personal financial well being. Quality of financial planning advice, investment performance, amount of client communication, pay structure of the advisor, among others, are very important factors in selecting the right advisor and financial institution.
May - No "Mind Your Money" in May
Call 780 423 5510 ext 301 to register
Come to one or come to all. These free sessions are helpful and informative. Sessions are Mondays at 1-2pm in Classroom B.
Introduction to Basic Banking - Choosing a bank account to suit your needs, account fees, reaching financial goals. Date: Mar 11
Introduction to Basic Budgeting - How to create a budget, benefits, reach goals
Date: Mar 18
Debt Smarts - Tips to manage debts, when to get a consolidated loan, bankruptcy vs. consumer proposal
Date: Mar 25
Identity Theft & Fraud Prevention - Fraud & identity theft awareness, guard your info, protect your computer
Date: Apr 1
Loans you Don’t Want - Calculate the real cost of bad loans, pawn shops, & credit card cash advances
Date: Apr 8
Financial Wellness for Seniors - What is financial abuse, how to recognize it & protect yourself.
Date: Apr 15
Enjoy sharing music while practicing English and meeting new friends.
Date: Tuesdays Time: 12-1pm
Location: Auditorium Cost: Free
A group for senior women to get together, share stories, connect and enjoy a cup of tea. Kookum is the Cree word for grandma. This group is open to everyone to join and led by Sophie Laboucan from Bent Arrow Healing Society.
Dates: Mon - Mar 11, 25, Apr 8,15, May 6,13
Time: 12:30pm Location: Class A
Cost: Free
Call 780 423 5510 ext 301
Introduction to Tai Chi, including simple Tai Chi movements, warm up exercises, sitting & walking Tai Chi movements, and Qi-Gong movements. Health benefits include improving balance, coordination and range of movement!
Date: Mondays Time: 9:30am
Location: Auditorium Cost: Free
Call 780 423 5510
LaRonde Brunch (10111 Bellamy Hill Rd) A delicious Sunday brunch with spectacular revolving views. Meet in the hotel lobby at 11:15 am. Pay own meal costs at restaurant (approx. $45 including tax and tip). Must pre-register by September 20. Date: Sun, Sep 22 Call 780 423 5510 ext 301 to register.
Presented by the Downtown Men’s Shed. Join these free, interesting learning opportunities at 1:00 pm on the last Friday of the month in Classroom A. Open to everyone, not just men or members of a Men’s Shed! Sept 27 Dementia and Alzheimer’s what is the difference? What caregiver and patient supports are available? Presented by the Alzheimer’s Society.
Century Mile Racetrack Join us on Sun, Oct 20 for an outing to watch the horses! We will begin with a barn tour (optional, free) and head to The Finish Line Restaurant to enjoy a buffet and see the action. Cost: $39 per person (includes deluxe buffet, school bus. Bring extra money if you want to bet on the races.) Time: Depart Sage at 9:45am. Call 780 423 5510 ext 301 to register.
Presented by the Downtown Men’s Shed. Join these free, interesting learning opportunities at 1:00 pm on the last Friday of the month in Classroom A. Open to everyone, not just men or members of a Men’s Shed! Oct 25 History of Edmonton told through photos and stories. Presented by the Edmonton Public Library.
Shadow Theatre presents “The Roommate” A unique, live theatre production described as the Odd Couple meets Breaking Bad! Shadow Theatre is a company that brings world-class productions to Edmonton. They received a grant to offer senior matinees for almost half price! Must pre-register - only 20 tickets available. Date: Oct 30 Time: Depart Sage at 11:30 am; show begins at 12:30 pm Cost: $20 per ticket (regular seniors price is $36) + ETS bus fare. Call 780 423 5510 ext 301 to register.
Mushroom Farm (Gruger Family ) & Rig Hand Distillery Nisku Come see how mushrooms are grown and how spirits are distilled on a day of fun and informative tours. Closed toe shoes are required (no sandals). Please bring spending money for the trip. Date: Nov 19 Time: Depart Sage at 10:15 am; return around 4:00 pm Cost: $35 ($40 nonmember) Includes lunch, school bus, and both tours. Call 780 423 5510 ext 301 to register.
Presented by the Downtown Men’s Shed. Join these free, interesting learning opportunities at 1:00 pm on the last Friday of the month in Classroom A. Open to everyone, not just men or members of a Men’s Shed! Nov 29 City Politics an easy-to-understand look at the politics of our city
