Calgary Assoc. of Lifelong Learners - CALL

09/30/2025

Seniors housing is constantly evolving in response to a healthier aging population.
Did you enjoy our recent Blog post -- AGING, HEALTHCARE AND HOUSING: CAN YOU FIND YOUR FOREVER HOME?

Are you looking for more information about seniors housing?

Calgary Seniors Housing Forum Society is hosting a free event.

The Calgary Seniors Housing Forum Society is a volunteer, not-for-profit organization providing information to seniors on housing and other related seniors living issues.

Hear from experts in seniors housing, planning, moving, estate planning, and more!

09/28/2025

Read the latest news from CALL.
Among the articles in this edition you will find:

** a reminder from CALL's president of the importance of being an informed and engaged CALL member,
** information about the upcoming October Speaker events: CALL Cafe, Treks & Travels and Health & Wellness. We invite the public to attend these events.
** learn about new Interest Groups and Programs which are open to new members.
Among the articles in this edition you will find:

CALL's vision is to offer innovative and affordable learning opportunities.

09/28/2025

Fall down seven times, get up eight. Japanese Proverb
Proverbs Around the World

09/27/2025

CALL's new season has begun with lots of enthusiasm. There are 60 Interest Groups, including 6 new topics. These learning opportunities could not happen without the contribution of many volunteers; including those who facilitate these groups and all those who do the behind-the-scenes work.
THANK YOU
https://calgarylifelonglearners.ca/

09/27/2025

CALL members register now to hear Dr. David Swann discuss the liabilities that are falling to the public due to delays in the essential clean-up of inactive sites, facilities and pipelines. This places both the environment and human health at risk.
David is a volunteer with the Coaltion for Responsible Energy - C4RE - which investigates these issues.
Register: https://calgarylifelonglearners.ca/Science-and-Environment

09/25/2025

Looking for ways to stay sharp, learn new skills, build friendships and have a renewed sense of purpose. Join CALL.
• Affordable Learning: For an annual membership fee of $50, members get access to many learning opportunities.
• Diverse Programs: The association offers 61 Interest Groups, including 6 new groups. In addition you can attend any of three monthly Speaker Events.
• Community and Engagement: CALL provides a chance to share your experiences, skills, and interests with others, to volunteer, and make new connections.
• Meaningful Activity: It offers an avenue for people to engage in meaningful activity while continuing to learn throughout their lives.
Learn more: https://calgarylifelonglearners.ca/Learn-More-About-CALL

09/25/2025

CALL has provided diverse lifelong learning opportunities for more than a decade. To learn more about how CALL fosters curiosity, community and continuous growth, read out latest Blog post. More Than Lifelong Learning - A Community of Curious Minds.
https://calgarylifelonglearners.ca/a-community-of-curious-minds/

09/24/2025

A CALL interest group that welcomes new players who want to learn along with those who are experienced. Every Friday, 10 am - noon at the Girl Guide Centre, 2188 Brownsea Dr NW (with lots of parking).

Register: https://calgarylifelonglearners.ca/Coed-Cribbage

09/22/2025

CALL bridge groups
Want to join a friendly bridge group? Intermediate bridge club meets every Thursday 12:30 - 3:00 pm at the Girl Guide Centre in Hillhurst with lots of free parking.
Register: https://calgarylifelonglearners.ca/Thursday-Bridge

Or maybe you want to improve your game. Join Wednesday morning online - a friendly group of intermediate bridge players working together to improve their game.
Register: https://calgarylifelonglearners.ca/Wednesday-Bridge

09/21/2025

The most beautiful fig in the world may contain a worm.
Zulu Proverb
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09/20/2025

This CALL Interest group is open to new members. If you are looking for a group of people who share your interest in political issues and participate in civilized and intelligent conversations, learn more about this political book club.
Online via Zoom, the 4th Tuesday of the month, 1-3 pm.
https://calgarylifelonglearners.ca/How-Can-You-Think-That

09/19/2025

In this newest eight-week session Barry will explore the ideas behind the ancient practices of meditation and mindfulness, and the modern understandings of how and why they work on both your inner and outer world.
Each session will include periods of meditation (sitting comfortably in chairs) to allow participants the opportunity to experience the benefits for themselves, and the opportunity to share experiences and insights with others.

Held at cSPACE Marda Loop every Wednesday, 10 am - noon.
First session: September 24

CALL members register: https://calgarylifelonglearners.ca/page-19682