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SUMMARY:YOGA Classes | Online or In-Person
DESCRIPTION:YOGA Classes\nWe are looking forward to seeing all of you on Monday mornings at 9:00am to 10:00am.  \nMonday mornings @ 9:00a.m.–10:00a.m.\nOld and new faces are very WELCOME in-person & via Zoom! \nPlease register\nhttps://tinyurl.com/297jwcb4\n \nFee: $7 drop-in or card of 10 classes $60 \nInstructor:\n\nSandy Mah
URL:https://www.jdicseniors.ca/event/yoga-classes-2-2-4-2-2-2-2/2026-12-07/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness
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ORGANIZER;CN="JDIC":MAILTO:programmer@jdicseniors.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261207T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261207T120000
DTSTAMP:20260911T170603
CREATED:20260911T200352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T200352Z
UID:10007025-1796637600-1796644800@www.jdicseniors.ca
SUMMARY:Young At Heart Choir Rehersals
DESCRIPTION:Will start rehearsals on Mondays at 10am. \nJoin our wonderful choir! \nChoir fee is $50 for the Fall-Winter period (you will receive a $25 tax receipt). All choir participants must be paid members of the Centre. \nAll choir participants must be paid members of the Centre.
URL:https://www.jdicseniors.ca/event/young-at-heart-choir-rehersals-2-2-2/2026-12-07/
LOCATION:The Centre\, 10052-117 St. NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T5K 1X2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Fun & Games
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ORGANIZER;CN="JDIC":MAILTO:programmer@jdicseniors.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261208T104500
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261208T114500
DTSTAMP:20260911T170603
CREATED:20260911T200230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T200230Z
UID:10007142-1796726700-1796730300@www.jdicseniors.ca
SUMMARY:Use it or Lose it With Bonnie Austen | In-person or Online
DESCRIPTION:Use it or Lose it With Bonnie Austen\nCardio & Strength training\, Flexibility & Balance & Laugher \nTuesdays @10:45a.m.\nhttps://us02web.Zoom.us/j/89274775349 \nFee: $7 drop-in or card of 10 classes $60
URL:https://www.jdicseniors.ca/event/use-it-or-lose-it-with-bonnie-austen-2-2-2-2/2026-12-08/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness
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ORGANIZER;CN="JDIC":MAILTO:programmer@jdicseniors.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261208T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261208T130000
DTSTAMP:20260911T170603
CREATED:20260911T195218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T195517Z
UID:10007264-1796731200-1796734800@www.jdicseniors.ca
SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn
DESCRIPTION:Every Tuesday & Thursday 12p.m. – 1:00p.m. join us for Lunch & Learn program. Our lunch-and-learn program is a fantastic way to receive important information. All speakers are invited based on members’ requests for essential topics.
URL:https://www.jdicseniors.ca/event/lunch-learn-2-2/2026-12-08/
LOCATION:The Centre\, 10052-117 St. NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T5K 1X2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Lunch & Learn
ORGANIZER;CN="JDIC":MAILTO:programmer@jdicseniors.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261208T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261208T150000
DTSTAMP:20260911T170603
CREATED:20260911T191347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T191347Z
UID:10006354-1796734800-1796742000@www.jdicseniors.ca
SUMMARY:The False Promises of Direct Democracy
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Elizabeth Smythe\,\nProfessor Emerita of Political Science \nFee: $65 Members | $80 Non-Members \nTuesdays November 17\, 24\, December 1\, 8\, and 15 at 1:00p.m. to 3:00p.m. \nTools of direct democracy such as referendums\, recall\, initiatives and consultations with citizens are often depicted as a way to enhance the direct voice of citizens on important issues and to hold governments accountable. They are designed\, it is often claimed\, to counter the limits of representative democracies where those elected to represent citizens are often seen to be unresponsive to citizen’s concerns outside of election campaigns. But it is also clear that such tools can be open to manipulation and abuse\, especially by authoritarian governments\, who often use them to enhance their own power. \nThese lectures will examine the criticisms of representative democracy and critically assess tools of direct democracy drawing on examples and case studies\, including that of the Alberta October 2026 referendum. They will address how vulnerable these tools are to manipulation by governments and other actors. Moreover\, in the age of social media and artificial intelligence they leave citizens susceptible to disinformation produced\, either for profit or in aid of foreign interference.  \nFinally\, the course will offer suggestions as to what can be done to both address the limits of representative democracy and provide real opportunities for citizens to have a voice in ways that enhance and deepen democracy rather than threatening it. \nAbout the instructor: Elizabeth Smythe Dr. Smythe is a professor emerita of political science. Her PhD is from Carleton University. She taught undergraduate courses in political science\, including comparative\, Canadian and International Politics and Canadian Foreign Policy  for over 30 years at Concordia University of Edmonton until her retirement in July 2022.
URL:https://www.jdicseniors.ca/event/the-false-promises-of-direct-democracy-4/
LOCATION:The Centre\, 10052-117 St. NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T5K 1X2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Learning in Retirement
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ORGANIZER;CN="JDIC":MAILTO:programmer@jdicseniors.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261209T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261209T110000
DTSTAMP:20260911T170603
CREATED:20260911T191746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T192658Z
UID:10006407-1796808600-1796814000@www.jdicseniors.ca
SUMMARY:Ukulele “Jam”
DESCRIPTION:Starting Jan 6\, 2027 | Every second Wednesday at 9:30a.m. – 11:00a.m. \nDo you like to play your ukulele and sing along? Do you have a ukulele that is begging to be played? Is the ukulele an instrument you have been interested in learning to play? If you nodded yes to any of these questions\, come out to Ukulele “Jam” in January! \nSeveral of us are going to get together to play and sing songs just for the fun of it. We will meet every two weeks at JDIC! You need to bring your ukulele and your voice! (A music stand would also be useful.) There is no charge to join in\, but we may need to pitch in a small amount to cover the cost of music sheets. \nPlease let us know if you would like to join in Call or send a message to the centre: (780) 488-4241 or programmer@jdicseniors.ca
URL:https://www.jdicseniors.ca/event/ukulele-jam/2026-12-09/
LOCATION:The Centre\, 10052-117 St. NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T5K 1X2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Fun & Games
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ORGANIZER;CN="JDIC":MAILTO:programmer@jdicseniors.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261209T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261209T120000
DTSTAMP:20260911T170603
CREATED:20260911T191602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T191602Z
UID:10006368-1796810400-1796817600@www.jdicseniors.ca
SUMMARY:Is Freud A Fraud? | Lecture 3
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: David Wangler\, Professor Emeritus\nFee: $50 members | $60 non-members \nWednesdays November 25\, December 2\, 9\, and 16 at 10:00a.m. to 12:00p.m. \nLecture 1 Most humans\, especially those who have never read him\, hate him. Why?\nLecture 2 Freud claimed that human nature was the same everywhere in that all human minds were made up of 3 parts\, the ego\, superego and id.The conflict among these 3 is the source of all human problems which were for him\, unavoidable. He recommends resignation to this.\nLecture 3 Is there a dark\, highly irrational\, selfish\, sexual and aggressive component in every human being?\nLecture 4 250 yrs ago\, Ben Franklin said there are only 2 certainties in life\, death and taxes. Many older humans are terrified of one of these. Why??\nFreud claimed that the absolute reality of death cannot be rationally considered by most humans. Is this true?
URL:https://www.jdicseniors.ca/event/is-freud-a-fraud-lecture-3/
LOCATION:The Centre\, 10052-117 St. NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T5K 1X2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Learning in Retirement
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ORGANIZER;CN="JDIC":MAILTO:programmer@jdicseniors.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261209T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261209T120000
DTSTAMP:20260911T170603
CREATED:20260911T195542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T195542Z
UID:10007494-1796810400-1796817600@www.jdicseniors.ca
SUMMARY:De’s Crochet Club
DESCRIPTION:Join De and Ninfa every Wednesday to crochet all types of beautiful items. We donate baby blankets & caps which are much needed to welcome new arrivals in Edmonton! Coffee/tea & cookies included.  Please donate your yarns to the Centre.
URL:https://www.jdicseniors.ca/event/des-crochet-club-2-2/2026-12-09/
LOCATION:The Centre\, 10052-117 St. NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T5K 1X2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Fun & Games
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ORGANIZER;CN="JDIC":MAILTO:programmer@jdicseniors.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261209T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261209T120000
DTSTAMP:20260911T170603
CREATED:20260911T191808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T192247Z
UID:10006656-1796814000-1796817600@www.jdicseniors.ca
SUMMARY:Tai Chi with Master Ben
DESCRIPTION:Tai Chi is performed as a gentle\, low-impact movement in which practitioners perform a series of deliberate\, flowing motions while focusing on deep\, slow breaths. \nWednesdays at 11a.m. \nFee: Drop-in: $7 | Card of 10 Classes: $60
URL:https://www.jdicseniors.ca/event/tai-chi-with-master-ben/2026-12-09/
LOCATION:The Centre\, 10052-117 St. NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T5K 1X2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Learning in Retirement
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ORGANIZER;CN="JDIC":MAILTO:programmer@jdicseniors.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261209T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261209T150000
DTSTAMP:20260911T170603
CREATED:20260911T195115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T195115Z
UID:10007611-1796817600-1796828400@www.jdicseniors.ca
SUMMARY:Sunday Club on Wednesday Lunch & Learn
DESCRIPTION:Join our Sunday Club to enjoy traditional European cuisine and a special presentation about world art\, music\, literature and other topics (in Russian).
URL:https://www.jdicseniors.ca/event/sunday-club-on-wednesday-lunch-learn-2-2/2026-12-09/
LOCATION:The Centre\, 10052-117 St. NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T5K 1X2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Lunch & Learn
ORGANIZER;CN="JDIC":MAILTO:programmer@jdicseniors.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261209T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261209T140000
DTSTAMP:20260911T170603
CREATED:20260911T195050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T195050Z
UID:10007845-1796821200-1796824800@www.jdicseniors.ca
SUMMARY:Conversational Russian Club
DESCRIPTION:Practice your conversational Russian with Russian-speakers. Have fun and enjoy new experiences!
URL:https://www.jdicseniors.ca/event/conversational-russian-club-2-2/2026-12-09/
LOCATION:The Centre\, 10052-117 St. NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T5K 1X2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Fun & Games
ORGANIZER;CN="JDIC":MAILTO:programmer@jdicseniors.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261209T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261209T150000
DTSTAMP:20260911T170603
CREATED:20260911T195103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T195103Z
UID:10007962-1796821200-1796828400@www.jdicseniors.ca
SUMMARY:Chess Club
DESCRIPTION:Join our experienced players to enhance your skills in this strategic game. We have enough chess sets. Come and find new partners for this game.
URL:https://www.jdicseniors.ca/event/chess-club-2-2/2026-12-09/
LOCATION:The Centre\, 10052-117 St. NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T5K 1X2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Fun & Games
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ORGANIZER;CN="JDIC":MAILTO:programmer@jdicseniors.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261209T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261209T150000
DTSTAMP:20260911T170603
CREATED:20260911T195609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T200059Z
UID:10007728-1796821200-1796828400@www.jdicseniors.ca
SUMMARY:Whimsical Wednesdays
DESCRIPTION:Join a day of Fun\, Friendship & Craft!\nDo you play or want to play Canasta\, Cribbage\, Scrabble\, Mah Jongg or other card/board games?\nThis is a day when you can do whatever your heart desires! \nWhat’s more?\nWe offer a special light lunch that day for $10 only.\nPlease inform the Office about your game of choice!
URL:https://www.jdicseniors.ca/event/whimsical-wednesdays-2-2/2026-12-09/
LOCATION:The Centre\, 10052-117 St. NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T5K 1X2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Fun & Games
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ORGANIZER;CN="JDIC":MAILTO:programmer@jdicseniors.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261209T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261209T153000
DTSTAMP:20260911T170603
CREATED:20260911T195033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T195033Z
UID:10008079-1796823000-1796830200@www.jdicseniors.ca
SUMMARY:Mamaloshen – Yiddish Club
DESCRIPTION:All interested in conversational Yiddish\, regardless of level\, are welcome. Great atmosphere and a lot of fun!  \nPlease register with the Office to receive the Zoom link for meetings.
URL:https://www.jdicseniors.ca/event/mamaloshen-yiddish-club-2-2/2026-12-09/
LOCATION:The Centre\, 10052-117 St. NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T5K 1X2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Fun & Games
ORGANIZER;CN="JDIC":MAILTO:programmer@jdicseniors.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261209T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261209T150000
DTSTAMP:20260911T170603
CREATED:20250919T163227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T234003Z
UID:10003110-1796821200-1796828400@www.jdicseniors.ca
SUMMARY:Not Boring Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Join our very talented Edmonton writer Debby Waldman to learn more about our unique Book Club. Join it and enjoy! \nPlease register with the Office to receive the Zoom link for meetings.
URL:https://www.jdicseniors.ca/event/not-boring-book-club-2/2026-12-09/
LOCATION:The Centre\, 10052-117 St. NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T5K 1X2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Lunch & Learn
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.jdicseniors.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/image.jpeg
ORGANIZER;CN="JDIC":MAILTO:programmer@jdicseniors.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261210T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261210T120000
DTSTAMP:20260911T170603
CREATED:20260911T195555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T200043Z
UID:10008552-1796900400-1796904000@www.jdicseniors.ca
SUMMARY:Muscle in Motion with Anna Kratochvil | In-person or Online
DESCRIPTION:Use Balls\, Bands & Weights to Exercise & Laugh\nThursdays @ 11:00a.m. \nhttps://us02web.Zoom.us/j/82287922466 \nFee: $7 drop-in or card of 10 classes $60
URL:https://www.jdicseniors.ca/event/muscle-in-motion-with-anna-kratochvil-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/2026-12-10/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness
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ORGANIZER;CN="JDIC":MAILTO:programmer@jdicseniors.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261210T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261210T130000
DTSTAMP:20260911T170603
CREATED:20260911T195218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T195517Z
UID:10007265-1796904000-1796907600@www.jdicseniors.ca
SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn
DESCRIPTION:Every Tuesday & Thursday 12p.m. – 1:00p.m. join us for Lunch & Learn program. Our lunch-and-learn program is a fantastic way to receive important information. All speakers are invited based on members’ requests for essential topics.
URL:https://www.jdicseniors.ca/event/lunch-learn-2-2/2026-12-10/
LOCATION:The Centre\, 10052-117 St. NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T5K 1X2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Lunch & Learn
ORGANIZER;CN="JDIC":MAILTO:programmer@jdicseniors.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261214T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261214T100000
DTSTAMP:20260911T170603
CREATED:20250919T163923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T192542Z
UID:10006911-1797238800-1797242400@www.jdicseniors.ca
SUMMARY:YOGA Classes | Online or In-Person
DESCRIPTION:YOGA Classes\nWe are looking forward to seeing all of you on Monday mornings at 9:00am to 10:00am.  \nMonday mornings @ 9:00a.m.–10:00a.m.\nOld and new faces are very WELCOME in-person & via Zoom! \nPlease register\nhttps://tinyurl.com/297jwcb4\n \nFee: $7 drop-in or card of 10 classes $60 \nInstructor:\n\nSandy Mah
URL:https://www.jdicseniors.ca/event/yoga-classes-2-2-4-2-2-2-2/2026-12-14/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.jdicseniors.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/pexels-mikhail-nilov-7530023.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="JDIC":MAILTO:programmer@jdicseniors.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261214T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261214T120000
DTSTAMP:20260911T170603
CREATED:20260911T200352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T200352Z
UID:10007026-1797242400-1797249600@www.jdicseniors.ca
SUMMARY:Young At Heart Choir Rehersals
DESCRIPTION:Will start rehearsals on Mondays at 10am. \nJoin our wonderful choir! \nChoir fee is $50 for the Fall-Winter period (you will receive a $25 tax receipt). All choir participants must be paid members of the Centre. \nAll choir participants must be paid members of the Centre.
URL:https://www.jdicseniors.ca/event/young-at-heart-choir-rehersals-2-2-2/2026-12-14/
LOCATION:The Centre\, 10052-117 St. NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T5K 1X2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Fun & Games
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.jdicseniors.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/PHOTO-2023-11-02-14-44-45.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="JDIC":MAILTO:programmer@jdicseniors.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261215T104500
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261215T114500
DTSTAMP:20260911T170603
CREATED:20260911T200230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T200230Z
UID:10007143-1797331500-1797335100@www.jdicseniors.ca
SUMMARY:Use it or Lose it With Bonnie Austen | In-person or Online
DESCRIPTION:Use it or Lose it With Bonnie Austen\nCardio & Strength training\, Flexibility & Balance & Laugher \nTuesdays @10:45a.m.\nhttps://us02web.Zoom.us/j/89274775349 \nFee: $7 drop-in or card of 10 classes $60
URL:https://www.jdicseniors.ca/event/use-it-or-lose-it-with-bonnie-austen-2-2-2-2/2026-12-15/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness
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ORGANIZER;CN="JDIC":MAILTO:programmer@jdicseniors.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261215T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261215T130000
DTSTAMP:20260911T170603
CREATED:20260911T195218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T195517Z
UID:10007266-1797336000-1797339600@www.jdicseniors.ca
SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn
DESCRIPTION:Every Tuesday & Thursday 12p.m. – 1:00p.m. join us for Lunch & Learn program. Our lunch-and-learn program is a fantastic way to receive important information. All speakers are invited based on members’ requests for essential topics.
URL:https://www.jdicseniors.ca/event/lunch-learn-2-2/2026-12-15/
LOCATION:The Centre\, 10052-117 St. NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T5K 1X2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Lunch & Learn
ORGANIZER;CN="JDIC":MAILTO:programmer@jdicseniors.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261215T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261215T150000
DTSTAMP:20260911T170603
CREATED:20260911T191349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T191349Z
UID:10006355-1797339600-1797346800@www.jdicseniors.ca
SUMMARY:The False Promises of Direct Democracy
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Elizabeth Smythe\,\nProfessor Emerita of Political Science \nFee: $65 Members | $80 Non-Members \nTuesdays November 17\, 24\, December 1\, 8\, and 15 at 1:00p.m. to 3:00p.m. \nTools of direct democracy such as referendums\, recall\, initiatives and consultations with citizens are often depicted as a way to enhance the direct voice of citizens on important issues and to hold governments accountable. They are designed\, it is often claimed\, to counter the limits of representative democracies where those elected to represent citizens are often seen to be unresponsive to citizen’s concerns outside of election campaigns. But it is also clear that such tools can be open to manipulation and abuse\, especially by authoritarian governments\, who often use them to enhance their own power. \nThese lectures will examine the criticisms of representative democracy and critically assess tools of direct democracy drawing on examples and case studies\, including that of the Alberta October 2026 referendum. They will address how vulnerable these tools are to manipulation by governments and other actors. Moreover\, in the age of social media and artificial intelligence they leave citizens susceptible to disinformation produced\, either for profit or in aid of foreign interference.  \nFinally\, the course will offer suggestions as to what can be done to both address the limits of representative democracy and provide real opportunities for citizens to have a voice in ways that enhance and deepen democracy rather than threatening it. \nAbout the instructor: Elizabeth Smythe Dr. Smythe is a professor emerita of political science. Her PhD is from Carleton University. She taught undergraduate courses in political science\, including comparative\, Canadian and International Politics and Canadian Foreign Policy  for over 30 years at Concordia University of Edmonton until her retirement in July 2022.
URL:https://www.jdicseniors.ca/event/the-false-promises-of-direct-democracy-5/
LOCATION:The Centre\, 10052-117 St. NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T5K 1X2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Learning in Retirement
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SUMMARY:Is Freud A Fraud? | Lecture 4
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: David Wangler\, Professor Emeritus\nFee: $50 members | $60 non-members \nWednesdays November 25\, December 2\, 9\, and 16 at 10:00a.m. to 12:00p.m. \nLecture 1 Most humans\, especially those who have never read him\, hate him. Why?\nLecture 2 Freud claimed that human nature was the same everywhere in that all human minds were made up of 3 parts\, the ego\, superego and id.The conflict among these 3 is the source of all human problems which were for him\, unavoidable. He recommends resignation to this.\nLecture 3 Is there a dark\, highly irrational\, selfish\, sexual and aggressive component in every human being?\nLecture 4 250 yrs ago\, Ben Franklin said there are only 2 certainties in life\, death and taxes. Many older humans are terrified of one of these. Why??\nFreud claimed that the absolute reality of death cannot be rationally considered by most humans. Is this true?
URL:https://www.jdicseniors.ca/event/is-freud-a-fraud-lecture-4/
LOCATION:The Centre\, 10052-117 St. NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T5K 1X2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Learning in Retirement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261216T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261216T120000
DTSTAMP:20260911T170603
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T195542Z
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SUMMARY:De’s Crochet Club
DESCRIPTION:Join De and Ninfa every Wednesday to crochet all types of beautiful items. We donate baby blankets & caps which are much needed to welcome new arrivals in Edmonton! Coffee/tea & cookies included.  Please donate your yarns to the Centre.
URL:https://www.jdicseniors.ca/event/des-crochet-club-2-2/2026-12-16/
LOCATION:The Centre\, 10052-117 St. NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T5K 1X2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Fun & Games
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ORGANIZER;CN="JDIC":MAILTO:programmer@jdicseniors.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261216T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261216T120000
DTSTAMP:20260911T170603
CREATED:20260911T191808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T192247Z
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SUMMARY:Tai Chi with Master Ben
DESCRIPTION:Tai Chi is performed as a gentle\, low-impact movement in which practitioners perform a series of deliberate\, flowing motions while focusing on deep\, slow breaths. \nWednesdays at 11a.m. \nFee: Drop-in: $7 | Card of 10 Classes: $60
URL:https://www.jdicseniors.ca/event/tai-chi-with-master-ben/2026-12-16/
LOCATION:The Centre\, 10052-117 St. NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T5K 1X2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Learning in Retirement
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ORGANIZER;CN="JDIC":MAILTO:programmer@jdicseniors.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261216T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261216T150000
DTSTAMP:20260911T170603
CREATED:20260911T195115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T195115Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday Club on Wednesday Lunch & Learn
DESCRIPTION:Join our Sunday Club to enjoy traditional European cuisine and a special presentation about world art\, music\, literature and other topics (in Russian).
URL:https://www.jdicseniors.ca/event/sunday-club-on-wednesday-lunch-learn-2-2/2026-12-16/
LOCATION:The Centre\, 10052-117 St. NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T5K 1X2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Lunch & Learn
ORGANIZER;CN="JDIC":MAILTO:programmer@jdicseniors.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261216T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261216T140000
DTSTAMP:20260911T170603
CREATED:20260911T195050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T195050Z
UID:10007846-1797426000-1797429600@www.jdicseniors.ca
SUMMARY:Conversational Russian Club
DESCRIPTION:Practice your conversational Russian with Russian-speakers. Have fun and enjoy new experiences!
URL:https://www.jdicseniors.ca/event/conversational-russian-club-2-2/2026-12-16/
LOCATION:The Centre\, 10052-117 St. NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T5K 1X2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Fun & Games
ORGANIZER;CN="JDIC":MAILTO:programmer@jdicseniors.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261216T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261216T150000
DTSTAMP:20260911T170603
CREATED:20260911T195103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T195103Z
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SUMMARY:Chess Club
DESCRIPTION:Join our experienced players to enhance your skills in this strategic game. We have enough chess sets. Come and find new partners for this game.
URL:https://www.jdicseniors.ca/event/chess-club-2-2/2026-12-16/
LOCATION:The Centre\, 10052-117 St. NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T5K 1X2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Fun & Games
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ORGANIZER;CN="JDIC":MAILTO:programmer@jdicseniors.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261216T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261216T150000
DTSTAMP:20260911T170603
CREATED:20260911T195609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T200059Z
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SUMMARY:Whimsical Wednesdays
DESCRIPTION:Join a day of Fun\, Friendship & Craft!\nDo you play or want to play Canasta\, Cribbage\, Scrabble\, Mah Jongg or other card/board games?\nThis is a day when you can do whatever your heart desires! \nWhat’s more?\nWe offer a special light lunch that day for $10 only.\nPlease inform the Office about your game of choice!
URL:https://www.jdicseniors.ca/event/whimsical-wednesdays-2-2/2026-12-16/
LOCATION:The Centre\, 10052-117 St. NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T5K 1X2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Fun & Games
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ORGANIZER;CN="JDIC":MAILTO:programmer@jdicseniors.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261216T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261216T153000
DTSTAMP:20260911T170603
CREATED:20260911T195033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T195033Z
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SUMMARY:Mamaloshen – Yiddish Club
DESCRIPTION:All interested in conversational Yiddish\, regardless of level\, are welcome. Great atmosphere and a lot of fun!  \nPlease register with the Office to receive the Zoom link for meetings.
URL:https://www.jdicseniors.ca/event/mamaloshen-yiddish-club-2-2/2026-12-16/
LOCATION:The Centre\, 10052-117 St. NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T5K 1X2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Fun & Games
ORGANIZER;CN="JDIC":MAILTO:programmer@jdicseniors.ca
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