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We welcome ALL adults that are looking for opportunities to:
🤩do something new
😊get involved and build community
🥰find connections, make good friends
🤗find support and give support
🥳socialize and stay active
🤔volunteer and share knowledge
🧐participate in life-long learning and activity classes 
😁embrace innovation and excitement in lifestyle choices
We are committed to empowering mature adults to stay engaged and keep connected; enabling all of us to keep active and maintain independence in a warm and supportive environment. Our primary goal is to offer essential services and activities while embracing new and innovative ideas.
We invite all persons 55+ years and others (couples and/or singles), who want to connect, socialize with like-minded individuals, and participate in fun and interesting activities.  We work with other quality Meet-up groups, Facebook groups and 55+ activity groups to provide a variety of events throughout Calgary.

## MEMBERSHIP REQUIREMENTS & PROTOCOL

### 1. Membership Is Optional

  • Yearly membership is optional
  • You may attend events by paying the applicable drop-in fee

Membership has its privileges — but everyone is welcome!

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### 2. About GFLS's Membership

  • GFLS is a non-profit, membership-driven organization
  • Annual membership: $35 per person
  • Drop-ins are welcome (nominal fees apply)
    Want more perks?
    • Upgrade to a Super Membership for $15/year (Jan–Dec)
    • Access 14 activity centres across the city
    • Enjoy member discounts
    • Treated as a full member at all centres
      • Voting rights and birthday celebrations are held at your home centre

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### 3. Event Costs

  • Each participant is responsible for their own cost. This includes (but is not limited to): food, beverages, admission fees, travel, and parking (although parking is free at GFLS)

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### 4. Code of Conduct

  • There is zero tolerance for abuse or inappropriate behavior
  • Any member may be banned at the discretion of the Executive Director, Organizers, or Board of Directors

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### 5. Meetup Profile Requirements

  • Members must use their real name (first name and last initial)
  • A clear, current photo of your face is required
  • This is for safety, organizer recognition, and scam prevention

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### 6. Health & Safety

  • When attending in person events ... If you are ill or coughing ... do not attend
  • Masks may be worn for personal comfort and safety
  • Please cancel your RSVP

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### 7. RSVP & Attendance Policy

  • If you RSVP YES but cannot attend, please change your RSVP to NO at least 24 hours in advance
  • Organizers must confirm reservations and waitlists
  • 3 no-shows or late cancellations may result in removal from future events

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### 8. Liability & Participation

  • We strive to provide clear event information to help you decide whether to participate
  • The Board of Directors and organizers are not responsible for injury, loss, or damage during events
  • By signing up, you acknowledge that you participate entirely at your own risk

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🌟 Thank you for joining our Do Something New (DSN) 55+ Members Club.
We look forward to meeting you soon.

NormaJean,💙 Executive Director

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