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OFFICIAL NEWSLETTER OF THE CRESCENT HEIGHTS COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
Vi e wThe Crescent
MAY 2016
CHCA Community Clean-up Event Sunday, May 15, 9am – 2pm
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10th Annual Crescent Heights community clean-upThis year, the CHCA community clean-up day is scheduled for Sunday, May 15th, 2016, from 9:00am to 2:00pm.
Together with CHCA volunteers, Calgary Community and Bylaw Services is teaming up with Calgary Solid Waste Services to bring you this annual event. It is an opportunity for our community residents to round-out their spring cleaning by disposing of larger items and yard wastes which would otherwise require a potentially costly trip to a landfill.
At this event, residents will have the opportunity to donate gently used, unwanted items to WINS, a local charity. Additionally, electronics and metal recycling services will also be provided in association with the owner and staff at Technotrash Alberta Ltd. Home electronic items will be accepted for environmentally responsible recycling under Alberta’s Recycling Management Authority, while metals can also be recycled to keep them from contaminating our landfills.
The roaming cube van will also be back this year, making its rounds to help move larger items that won’t fit in a truck or van. If you are able, please bring your donations, waste, and recyclables to the community hall parking lot on May 15. We start at 9:00am, rain or shine.
The CHCA is looking for a volunteer to take this event and develop it into an even bigger annual event. As always, we are also looking for volunteers on the day of the event to help with on-site activities. If you have a couple of free hours, come on out and meet your neighbours and help us in cleaning up our community. We provide our valued volunteers with free drinks, food, fun, and the occasional treasure and many surprises in the re-useable category.
If you have any questions, or require further information, please call Daniel at 403-355-0058. See you there.
Crescent HeightsCommunity Association
Member of the Federation of Calgary Communities
1101 - 2nd Street NWCalgary, Alberta T2M 2V7
CHCA activities and operations is provided through volunteer community members and a volunteer board of directors, whose common interest is to advance and enhance
the quality of life to CHCA residents, and promote partnership and cooperation between residents and businesses of Crescent Heights.
Volunteer Board of Directors403.276.1002 + extension # below
President Daniel Dang, 403.355.0058 (01)Secretary vacant (02)Treasurer Mike Jankovic (03)Communications / Events vacant (03)Parks / Environment vacant Traffic Issues West vacant (05)Traffic Issues East Kellee Grounds (05) Building / Planning Darlene Jones (04)Past President John McDermid
Volunteer Managers and PoliceHall Rentals Manager Shannon Kelsick 403-774-7245
[email protected] Rental Information: http://crescentheightsyyc.ca/community-hall/
Hall Rental Calendar: http://crescentheightsyyc.ca/hall-calendar/CHCA Events Line Mike Jankovic (88)Newsletter Editor Elizabeth Stady (89) [email protected] Jonathan and Alison Martin (87) [email protected] Distribution East John McDermid (86) Newsletter Distribution West David Leisaunieks (85)Community Playgroup vacant (84)Community Rink Manager Tim Edwards (83)Crime Prevention Leslie Marion (82)
Comm. Liaison Officer: Cst. Glenn Pedersen, 403.428.6300 [email protected], #3241The Crescent View is published 10 times per year, free of charge, by Ellis-Evans Design Ltd for the Crescent Heights Community Association. The Crescent View is distributed to households within Crescent Heights by your neighbours.The material contained herein is copyrighted and may not be reproduced without authorization.Letters and submissions from community members are always welcome. Please mail or drop off at the Hall mail slot at 1101 - 2nd Street NW, Calgary, Alberta T2M 2V7, or submit materials via email to [email protected] expressed in the The Crescent View are not necessarily those of the Crescent Heights Community Association or of the publisher.
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Empties for equipment Crescent Heights High School’s monthly drop-off bottle drives have begun again. Thanks for helping support various clubs and teams - your donations make a huge difference to us!
Drop-offs take place the second Saturday of the month (excluding January): May 14, Jun 11. Thanks for your continuing support!
Lost and found: Found: Ring found on February 28, 2016 on 2nd Street NW, between Crescent Road and 14th Avenue. Call 587-834-3462 to identify.
Newsletter editorial deadlinesThe Crescent View is published ten times per year. Please email your
articles or event listings, as an attachment in MS Word, to Elizabeth Stady at [email protected].
Editorial deadline: The 10th of each month for the following month. For example: To be published in the June issue, the deadline is May 10. Special September issue deadline: August 5 (to accommodate all the ‘back-to-school’ material).
Remember: the July/August issue is combined into one publication and so is the December/January issue. The deadlines for these two issues are June 10 and November 10 respectively.
Ward 7 update by Druh Farrell In a growing and maturing city, change is constant. Change, in the form of City-led public projects and private developments, is important to building a resilient city. The inclusion of local wisdom improves these projects to better address the hopes and needs of current and future Calgarians.
On significant projects, sufficient public consultation is considered an essential public right, as well as a key responsibility of government. Over
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Crescent Heights Community AssociationAnnual General Meeting (AGM)
Tuesday, June 28 from 7:30pm - 9pm
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the years, I have seen both good and bad examples of public engagement. I firmly believe that progress happens at the speed of trust.
In 2011, I introduced a motion to City Council requiring The City to improve the quality and consistency of public consultation. While some progress has been made, Council further discussed public engagement at a recent strategic planning session to learn how we can do better.
For public engagement to achieve its objectives, it is important for everyone involved to understand the rights and responsibilities associated with their roles. Organizers should start by providing notification to affected stakeholders to solicit as much feedback as possible. The terms of engagement should be established up-front. Whether the engagement is led by The City, community or developer, organizers must facilitate an open, objective and respectful dialogue where all participants feel safe to express their views. Two great examples are the Crowchild Trail Corridor Study and the Bow to Bluff project.
The organizer must outline the decision-making process, including the current status, the scope of the project, and answers to commonly asked questions: What is on the table? What decisions have already been made? What is the background of previous decisions? How will future decisions be made? Feedback should be documented, carefully considered, and included in a report back to the public. Offering this level of transparency produces credibility for the project and builds trust.
Organizers should also structure engagement to fit the scope of the project. More opportunities and multiple ways to provide feedback are needed on large city-shaping projects like a new CTrain line, as compared to smaller projects like local traffic calming.
Public participants share in some important responsibilities. The first is to understand and respect the terms of engagement, as well as the subject matter. Participants also have a responsibility to listen and contribute respectfully. Intimidation at public meetings may discourage earnest participation, with disenchanted participants leaving the process. We need to ensure the quiet voices are heard too.
At Council’s recent strategy session, we talked about the number of large projects on the go and the risk of consultation fatigue. City staff agreed to work on a more co-ordinated approach, combining engagement on several related projects.
City Council and staff still have more work to do on improving the public engagement process, but I am confident that we can learn from our best examples to ensure all voices are heard in a respectful manner.
Neighbour Day 2016 This year Neighbour Day will take place on Saturday, June 18.
Held annually on the third Saturday of June in commemoration of the 2013 floods, Neighbour Day is an opportunity for neighbours to come together to get to know one another and celebrate your community. Neighbour Day events can be as big or as small as you’d like, ranging from:• Front yard BBQ• Block party• Community potluck/picnic• Movie in the park• Community clean-up• Neighbourhood walking tour• Paint the pavement event• Community garden party• And so much more!
The idea is to meet one another, make new friends, have fun, and maybe work together on a project that benefits the entire community. So make Saturday, June 18, 2016 the day you get to know your neighbours! Check with your community association to see if they have anything planned, and to find out how you can get involved! And don’t forget to share your experiences on social media using the hashtag #yycNeighbourDay.
Visit calgary.ca/NeighbourDay for more information, ideas, and resources to help you with your Neighbour Day activities!
Get Out and Walk!May is a great time for getting out into your community! Walking has many benefits – getting to know your neighbours, know what is happening around you, fresh air and exercise.
Here are some safety tips for walking in and around your community:
1. Tell someone where you are going, which route you are taking, and when you will be back. 2. Be aware of your surroundings. 3. Listen to your instincts. Something that doesn’t look or seem right probably isn’t.4. Walk facing the traffic.5. Stay away from shrubbery, darkened doorways, and alleys.6. Avoid using headphones so you are aware of the sounds around you.7. Wear colors that are bright and reflect light.8. Walk in well-lit areas.9. Bring a friend or your dog with you for company.10. Have fun!
For more information on walking alone or starting a community walking group, please check out our walking guide resource called Around The Block: Let’s Walk! You can find the walking guide on the Federation of Calgary Communities website www.calgarycommunities.com
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May 2016 CHCA Calendar03............................CHCA Traffi c & Planning Meeting 7-9pm10 ...........................CHCA Board Meeting 7:30-9pm17 ...........................CHCA Traffi c & Planning Meeting 7-9pm24 ...........................CHCA Traffi c & Planning Meeting 7-9pm31 ...........................CHCA Traffi c & Planning Meeting 7-9pmTraffi c and Planning meetings are open to the public.
May at the HallThe Hall is getting a facelift and some groups have temporarily moved for the month of May.
SUNDAYS: Pentecostal Church Public Service 10am – noonWEDNESDAYS: Taoist Tai Chi 7:30 – 9:30pmFor a more detailed Hall Calendar and for event and activities contact information visit: http://calgaryarea.com/content/communities/crescent%20heights/documents/calendar.htm
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Planters are NOT Ashtrays A May safety tip from your Calgary Fire Department:
Today’s potting soils contain large volumes of peat moss. When peat moss gets too dry, it becomes highly flammable. On top of that, you’ll often find shredded wood, bark, Styrofoam, vermiculite, and fertilizer in potting mix. Like peat moss, all of these ingredients ignite easily under dry conditions.
Over the past number of years we have received numerous 911 calls from citizens who have witnessed potting soil fires on the exterior of homes. These fires are typically attributed the careless disposal of smoking materials.
If any of your friends or family smoke, ensure that you have an appropriate, non-combustible container to place the cigarette butt in. Cigarette butts that have been disposed of in a planter can smoulder for hours and may cause a fire when you least expect it...possibly when you’re asleep!
A few simple precautions will help to keep your home safe:- Do not butt out cigarettes in any potted planters- Make sure smokers have a safe place to dispose of their butts, indoors and outdoors, so they aren’t tempted to use your pot of geraniums instead.- Keep potting soil and potted plants away from other combustible materials such as firewood, stacks of old newspapers, aerosols, paint solvents, gasoline and cleaning products.- Make sure the soil around your potted plants stays moist. Keep in mind that the soil in pots dries out more quickly than soil in garden beds, so plan on more frequent watering.
Did you know? Our engines carry 550 gallons of water for immediate fire attack, as well as 30 gallons of foam for flammable liquid fires.
Centering Pregnancy – You are not aloneThe Alex has partnered with Centering Pregnancy to provide a system of care that meets the health and social needs of your growing family.Pregnancy should be a healthy and stress/free time in a woman’s life. Centering Pregnancy makes sure that women, in need of support, have access to the medical care and resources that give baby the best start in life. We do this by taking care of mom first.
We know that getting medical care early in pregnancy is important to your baby’s healthy development, that’s why Centering Pregnancy provides access to:• Prenatal Care by Female Doctors• Community and medical support• Maternal mental Health care• Partner/support person participation• Resources
• Ten easy two hour prenatal/group sessions to fit your schedule• Births at Peter Lougheed Hospital
*Registration is easy and can be done by phone or email*You can register yourself, or have a doctor/nurse do your referral
To join Centering Pregnancy or for more information call Mylene at 403-513-7406 or email us at [email protected]
Centering Pregnancy is offered at Genesis Centre 7555 Falconridge Blvd NE
Women’s Safety in the CommunityThe Women’s Centre, Neighbour to Neighbour and residents of Bridgeland-Riverside came together on March 9 to organize a second annual Women’s Safety Walk. Joined by Ward 9 Councillor Gian-Carlo Carra, we gathered at the Women’s Centre to walk through Crescent Heights (led by Neighbour to Neighbour, a resident group) and Bridgeland (led by Deb Lee, a resident from that neighbourhood).
Returning to the Women’s Centre for pizza, generously donated by Canadian Pizza Unlimited, we talked about individual and community actions we could take to make our communities feel safer, and shared ideas for improvements that we could pass on to the City. Suggestions for action included calling 311 or the police non-emergency line (403-266-1234) to report issues, writing letters to city councillors, continuing to map spots where women feel unsafe in the community, sharing feedback with police, challenging stereotypes about folks who are homeless and welcoming them as members of the community, and holding more self-defence workshops at the Women’s Centre.
Walkers also said a cleaner community feels safer, so we are organizing a team a volunteers to meet at the Women’s Centre (39-4th Street) on Saturday, April 30 at 9am to participate in the Bridgeland Riverside Community Clean-Up. We will be picking up trash on the west side of 4th Street.
We are currently working to follow up on the other suggestions. If you identify as a woman and want to share your feedback about safety in your community, or you’d like to join the clean-up team, please call Sarah at 403-264-1155 or email [email protected] Safety Walk was made possible in part by the Calgary Foundation, which supports the Women’s Centre’s community development work.
Women’s Centre Upcoming Events & Opportunities- Kathleen Lahey will be speaking about gender and taxes on May 31st from 6-8pm! Join us for a meet and greet, followed by a talk by one of Canada’s leading tax policy researchers and time for questions. Register at [email protected] or call 403-264-1155.
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WINSTON HTS - MOUNTVIEWWinston Hts - Mountview Community AssociationHall: 520 - 27 Avenue NE Hall Rentals: Call 403-276-5474 orEmail [email protected] email: [email protected]
Book Club: This easygoing group meets on the 3rd Tuesday of each month from 7-9 p.m. at the Winston Heights Community Centre Board Room. To join our group or for information on upcoming books, please e-mail Kendra at [email protected]. Here’s a list of upcoming selections:Tuesday, May 17 - Burial Right by Hannah Kent.Tuesday, June 21 - Heart Goes Last by Margaret Atwood.Tuesday, July 19 - Imposter Bride by Nancy Richler.On Tuesday, August 16- If I Fall, If I Die by Michael Christie.
Winston Heights-Mountview Playgroup Playgroup is held each Monday morning from 10 to 11:30am at the hall. If you have any questions, or would like more information, please contact Sarah Wiedmer Jarabak at [email protected].
Fitness for the Older Adult: Tuesday morning yoga classes starting at 9:30am and lasting one hour. The cost is $5/person. For information, contact Maidie at [email protected] or Sidney at 403-705-7559.
Neighbourhood Pot Luck: The third Friday of every month, the WHMCA hosts a family-friendly pot luck dinner. There are toys and activities for children and a great opportunity to meet new neighbours and friends. Contact Christine at [email protected]
MOUNT PLEASANTMount Pleasant Community AssociationHall: 602 - 22nd Avenue NW Hall Rentals: Call 403-282-1314 or email:[email protected] email: [email protected]
Playgroup: We meet in the Lower Hall from 9:00am to 11:00am on weekdays. At the time of writing, there are openings on Wednesdays and Fridays. You can register through the MPCA website; just look for Playgroup.
MPCA Book Club: We meet from 7 to 9pm on the fourth Tuesday of each month in the Lower Hall, 602 22 Ave NW. Everyone is welcome to attend to enjoy discussing books (and snacks!) with those with similar interests in a fun, casual atmosphere. Our May 24th book will be To Kill A Mockingbird by Harper Lee.Our June 28th book will be The Dinner by Herman Koch
MPCA Adults Game Day: Join us every Wednesday afternoon from 1:15 to 3:15pm in the Upper Hall. Contact Linda at [email protected] or (403) 289-8390 for more info.
Seniors Strength & Flexibility Program: Wednesday mornings from 11:00 to 11:45 a.m. (10:45 to 11:30 a.m. on the 4th Wednesday each month). For more information and registration, please contact Linda at [email protected] or call 403.289.8390.
Pleasant Time Day Trips: Pasu Farm on Tuesday, May 31st and to Aspen Crossing on Friday, June 10th. There’s also a possibility that we’ll join the Pineridge Seniors in grandstand seats sometime during the
North American tournament at Spruce Meadows, July 6 to 10.Pasu Farm costs $52.00 per person and includes motor coach transpor-tation through the countryside, a 3-course lunch, and free time to visit the animals and check out the retail shop.Aspen Crossing trip costs $75.00 per person and includes motor coach transportation, free time at the station’s garden centre and gift shop, a 2-hour train ride with high tea served on board!
CROSSROADSCrossroads Community AssociationHall: 1803 14 Avenue NE Ph: 403-277-6201Hall Rentals: Call the hall at 403-277-6201Newsletter email: [email protected] page: http://on.fb.me/fqqjLG
7th Annual Multicultural Festival - May 28th Multi Cultural entertainment, international buff et, world sport lessons and demonstrations. Email [email protected]
Crossroads 36 Scouts Bike Raffl e - You could win one of two Mountain Bikes (1 Boys & 1 Girls). Tickets on sale until May 28, 2016.$2 / ticket. Please call James or Marilyn at 587-354-0272 to get yours!Tickets will be available at the Multicultural Festival.
Pub Night - Community spirits are in abundance at Pub Night. Join us for games and drinks in the upper hall on Friday, May 27. Doors open at 7 pm.
Movie Night: Join us for free family night of fun in the main hall.Please note: movie night is cancelled for May only.
Crossroads Community Association 50+ Club: We are looking for some new members! We meet every Monday from 6 to 10 pm, and on the fi rst Monday of every month there is a Potluck. If interested, please contact Peggy Fitzpatrick at 403-451-8508.
Join us for Jane’s Walk: Learn more about our community with a historic walk led by Jerry Rourke.Vista Heights walking tour is on May 7 from 12 – 1:15 pm. Meet up behind the rear parking lot behind the Denny’s Restaurant. Belfast/Mayland Heights walking tour is on May 8, 1 – 2:15 pm. The walk begins at Crossroads Hall 1803 14 Ave NE.
Sir John Franklin School 50th Anniversary CelebrationThursday, May 19. 7pm to 9 pm. The celebration will include fi ne arts performances; displays of student art; food and refreshments; and displays of previous class photos from 1966 to the present day. Current and former students and staff are encouraged to attend.
Parade of Garage Sales: A parade of garage sales coming to the Crossroads community June 11 from 9 am to 2 pm. To register or for more information please leave your information at this website www.calljeremy.ca or call Crossroads Community Centre at 403-276-1263.
Community Cleanup Day Saturday, June 18, from 9 am to 2 pm
CRESCENT HEIGHTSCrescent Heights Community AssociationHall: 1101 - 2nd Street NW Hall Rentals: Call 403-804-5600Newsletter email: [email protected]
PROGRAMS AND EVENTS AT THE HALL
SUNDAYS: Pentecostal Church Public Service 10am – noonMONDAYS: Lana Blast Fitness 5-7pm, call Lana 403-999-5373 Dance and Fitness 7:30 – 9:30pm.WEDNESDAYS: Taoist Tai Chi 7:30 - 9:30pmTHURSDAYS: Lana Blast Fitness 5:30-8pm. For info call Lana 403-999-5373
Community ConnectionsArea Events andResource Guide
Area Events andResource Guide
RENFREWRenfrew Community AssociationHall: 811 Radford Road NE Ph: 403-230-7055Hall Rentals: Call 403-230-7055 and leave message.Newsletter: [email protected]
Renfrew Bingo - The little hall with the big payouts! Saturday and Monday evenings. Nickel Games at 6:10pm, regular games at 6:50pm, Satellite at 8:45pm. Concession open.
Renfrew Jellybean Dance and Candy Rave: Jellybean Dances (K-5) from 6 to 8pm then Candy Rave (gr.6-9) from 8 to 10pm. Candy rave will pump out sound, lights and prizes and any group of 4 will get special VIP packs. Jelly Bean Dance - May 13, 6 – 8pm Candy Rave - May 13, 8 – 10pm.
Friday Pub Night: Renfrew Pub is open in the Social Room downstairs in the hall most Friday evenings from 7pm to close. Friendly bartenders and free pool, darts, foosball and shuffl eboard. Be our guest!
5th Annual Renfrew Bike Festival: Sunday June 5, Noon - 2pmJoin your friends and neighbours on the front lawn of the Renfrew Community Centre to celebrate our great community and cycling.Noon-1:30pm - Beautify your bikes with streamers, fl ags, balloons.Enjoy a a free picnic of hotdogs, veggies and lemonade. 1:30pm - bike parade around the community centre fi eld.
RCA Stampede Day: Saturday, July 9Stampede Breakfast & Kids Carnival in the morning and a horseshoe tournament, canteen and beer gardens in the evening. If you can volunteer please email [email protected]
MARLBOROUGHCalgary Marlborough Community AssociationHall: 636 Marlborough Way NE Ph: 403-273-5894Hall Rentals: Call 403-273-5894 or [email protected] email: [email protected]
UPCOMING HALL EVENTS: May 05 - 7:00 to 9:00pm - Ladies Night Out - Main HallMay 13 - 6:30 to 9:30pm - Jelly Bean Dance - Main HallMay 28 - 7:00pm - Open Stage Night - Fireside Lounge
SENIORS EVENTS: Befi t & Age Well Exercise Class: Friday mornings from 9 to10am in the main hall. Call 403-273-5894 for more info.Walking Program: Tues. & Thurs. mornings starting at 8:30am Call 403-273-5894 for more info.
MARLBOROUGH PARKMarlborough Park Community AssociationHall: 6021 Madigan Drive NE Hall Rentals: Call 403-248-1775Newsletter email: [email protected]
UPCOMING EVENTS AND PROGRAMS:
Seniors Crib Club: Every Friday at 1pm in the Activity Room at the Marlborough Park Community Centre. The Club runs from September through June, no registration fees. Community memberships appreciated. Please contact Virginia Savage at 403-366-3042.
Jelly Bean Dances: April 22 and June 10 , 6pm
Drop-in Tai Chi: Every Tuesday from 9:15 to 10:15am.
NEW! Drop-in Darts: Every Thursday at the lounge from 7 tp 10pm.Cost: $4.00 per person
Drop-in Volleyball: Wednesday evening, $4 each
Marlborough Park Preschool: For anyone interested in our preschool for the fall, registration will be ongoing all summer long and you can register by visiting the Marlborough Park Community Association offi ce.
RUNDLERundle Community AssociationHall: 2409 - 50 St. NEHall Rentals: Call 403-280-4752Newsletter email: [email protected]
The Rundle Summit Pub at the hall - Rundle’s best kept secret!The Summit Pub also off ers pool tables, dart boards, as well as cribbage games on Tuesday and euchre on Thursdays. Wing night is still on Wednesdays. Families are welcome! New menu! Check it out!
CARNIVAL & PANCAKE BREAKFAST - June 4 at the community hall. Put this popular event on your calendar! Games, prizes, food, entertainment. Breakfast from 8 – 10, CarniVAL from 10 – 2
JUNE 18 - COMMUNITY CLEANUP DAY! AND NEIGHBOUR DAY!We will again be holding a community cleanup day, so here is your notice to start cleaning up your garage, yard, basement to get rid of your unwanted/unused items and bring them to the community centre (2409 – 50 St NE), where trucks will be waiting for your junk!
CHARITY GARAGE SALE!
at Foster’s Garden Chapel3220 – 4th Street NW
Sunday, June 5 • 9am - noonProceeds from “Staff Treasures Table”,
table rentals & concessions go to Buchanan Elementary School
Table Rentals - $20Donated items for our Staff Table
accepted the week before the sale.(Thanks – but no clothing,
linens or towels)
Please call 403-297-0888 to reserve your table!
Foster’s Garden Chapel3220 – 4th Street NW
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WINSTON HTS - MOUNTVIEWWinston Hts - Mountview Community AssociationHall: 520 - 27 Avenue NE Hall Rentals: Call 403-276-5474 orEmail [email protected] email: [email protected]
Book Club: This easygoing group meets on the 3rd Tuesday of each month from 7-9 p.m. at the Winston Heights Community Centre Board Room. To join our group or for information on upcoming books, please e-mail Kendra at [email protected]. Here’s a list of upcoming selections:Tuesday, May 17 - Burial Right by Hannah Kent.Tuesday, June 21 - Heart Goes Last by Margaret Atwood.Tuesday, July 19 - Imposter Bride by Nancy Richler.On Tuesday, August 16- If I Fall, If I Die by Michael Christie.
Winston Heights-Mountview Playgroup Playgroup is held each Monday morning from 10 to 11:30am at the hall. If you have any questions, or would like more information, please contact Sarah Wiedmer Jarabak at [email protected].
Fitness for the Older Adult: Tuesday morning yoga classes starting at 9:30am and lasting one hour. The cost is $5/person. For information, contact Maidie at [email protected] or Sidney at 403-705-7559.
Neighbourhood Pot Luck: The third Friday of every month, the WHMCA hosts a family-friendly pot luck dinner. There are toys and activities for children and a great opportunity to meet new neighbours and friends. Contact Christine at [email protected]
MOUNT PLEASANTMount Pleasant Community AssociationHall: 602 - 22nd Avenue NW Hall Rentals: Call 403-282-1314 or email:[email protected] email: [email protected]
Playgroup: We meet in the Lower Hall from 9:00am to 11:00am on weekdays. At the time of writing, there are openings on Wednesdays and Fridays. You can register through the MPCA website; just look for Playgroup.
MPCA Book Club: We meet from 7 to 9pm on the fourth Tuesday of each month in the Lower Hall, 602 22 Ave NW. Everyone is welcome to attend to enjoy discussing books (and snacks!) with those with similar interests in a fun, casual atmosphere. Our May 24th book will be To Kill A Mockingbird by Harper Lee.Our June 28th book will be The Dinner by Herman Koch
MPCA Adults Game Day: Join us every Wednesday afternoon from 1:15 to 3:15pm in the Upper Hall. Contact Linda at [email protected] or (403) 289-8390 for more info.
Seniors Strength & Flexibility Program: Wednesday mornings from 11:00 to 11:45 a.m. (10:45 to 11:30 a.m. on the 4th Wednesday each month). For more information and registration, please contact Linda at [email protected] or call 403.289.8390.
Pleasant Time Day Trips: Pasu Farm on Tuesday, May 31st and to Aspen Crossing on Friday, June 10th. There’s also a possibility that we’ll join the Pineridge Seniors in grandstand seats sometime during the
North American tournament at Spruce Meadows, July 6 to 10.Pasu Farm costs $52.00 per person and includes motor coach transpor-tation through the countryside, a 3-course lunch, and free time to visit the animals and check out the retail shop.Aspen Crossing trip costs $75.00 per person and includes motor coach transportation, free time at the station’s garden centre and gift shop, a 2-hour train ride with high tea served on board!
CROSSROADSCrossroads Community AssociationHall: 1803 14 Avenue NE Ph: 403-277-6201Hall Rentals: Call the hall at 403-277-6201Newsletter email: [email protected] page: http://on.fb.me/fqqjLG
7th Annual Multicultural Festival - May 28th Multi Cultural entertainment, international buff et, world sport lessons and demonstrations. Email [email protected]
Crossroads 36 Scouts Bike Raffl e - You could win one of two Mountain Bikes (1 Boys & 1 Girls). Tickets on sale until May 28, 2016.$2 / ticket. Please call James or Marilyn at 587-354-0272 to get yours!Tickets will be available at the Multicultural Festival.
Pub Night - Community spirits are in abundance at Pub Night. Join us for games and drinks in the upper hall on Friday, May 27. Doors open at 7 pm.
Movie Night: Join us for free family night of fun in the main hall.Please note: movie night is cancelled for May only.
Crossroads Community Association 50+ Club: We are looking for some new members! We meet every Monday from 6 to 10 pm, and on the fi rst Monday of every month there is a Potluck. If interested, please contact Peggy Fitzpatrick at 403-451-8508.
Join us for Jane’s Walk: Learn more about our community with a historic walk led by Jerry Rourke.Vista Heights walking tour is on May 7 from 12 – 1:15 pm. Meet up behind the rear parking lot behind the Denny’s Restaurant. Belfast/Mayland Heights walking tour is on May 8, 1 – 2:15 pm. The walk begins at Crossroads Hall 1803 14 Ave NE.
Sir John Franklin School 50th Anniversary CelebrationThursday, May 19. 7pm to 9 pm. The celebration will include fi ne arts performances; displays of student art; food and refreshments; and displays of previous class photos from 1966 to the present day. Current and former students and staff are encouraged to attend.
Parade of Garage Sales: A parade of garage sales coming to the Crossroads community June 11 from 9 am to 2 pm. To register or for more information please leave your information at this website www.calljeremy.ca or call Crossroads Community Centre at 403-276-1263.
Community Cleanup Day Saturday, June 18, from 9 am to 2 pm
CRESCENT HEIGHTSCrescent Heights Community AssociationHall: 1101 - 2nd Street NW Hall Rentals: Call 403-804-5600Newsletter email: [email protected]
PROGRAMS AND EVENTS AT THE HALL
SUNDAYS: Pentecostal Church Public Service 10am – noonMONDAYS: Lana Blast Fitness 5-7pm, call Lana 403-999-5373 Dance and Fitness 7:30 – 9:30pm.WEDNESDAYS: Taoist Tai Chi 7:30 - 9:30pmTHURSDAYS: Lana Blast Fitness 5:30-8pm. For info call Lana 403-999-5373
Community ConnectionsArea Events andResource Guide
Area Events andResource Guide
RENFREWRenfrew Community AssociationHall: 811 Radford Road NE Ph: 403-230-7055Hall Rentals: Call 403-230-7055 and leave message.Newsletter: [email protected]
Renfrew Bingo - The little hall with the big payouts! Saturday and Monday evenings. Nickel Games at 6:10pm, regular games at 6:50pm, Satellite at 8:45pm. Concession open.
Renfrew Jellybean Dance and Candy Rave: Jellybean Dances (K-5) from 6 to 8pm then Candy Rave (gr.6-9) from 8 to 10pm. Candy rave will pump out sound, lights and prizes and any group of 4 will get special VIP packs. Jelly Bean Dance - May 13, 6 – 8pm Candy Rave - May 13, 8 – 10pm.
Friday Pub Night: Renfrew Pub is open in the Social Room downstairs in the hall most Friday evenings from 7pm to close. Friendly bartenders and free pool, darts, foosball and shuffl eboard. Be our guest!
5th Annual Renfrew Bike Festival: Sunday June 5, Noon - 2pmJoin your friends and neighbours on the front lawn of the Renfrew Community Centre to celebrate our great community and cycling.Noon-1:30pm - Beautify your bikes with streamers, fl ags, balloons.Enjoy a a free picnic of hotdogs, veggies and lemonade. 1:30pm - bike parade around the community centre fi eld.
RCA Stampede Day: Saturday, July 9Stampede Breakfast & Kids Carnival in the morning and a horseshoe tournament, canteen and beer gardens in the evening. If you can volunteer please email [email protected]
MARLBOROUGHCalgary Marlborough Community AssociationHall: 636 Marlborough Way NE Ph: 403-273-5894Hall Rentals: Call 403-273-5894 or [email protected] email: [email protected]
UPCOMING HALL EVENTS: May 05 - 7:00 to 9:00pm - Ladies Night Out - Main HallMay 13 - 6:30 to 9:30pm - Jelly Bean Dance - Main HallMay 28 - 7:00pm - Open Stage Night - Fireside Lounge
SENIORS EVENTS: Befi t & Age Well Exercise Class: Friday mornings from 9 to10am in the main hall. Call 403-273-5894 for more info.Walking Program: Tues. & Thurs. mornings starting at 8:30am Call 403-273-5894 for more info.
MARLBOROUGH PARKMarlborough Park Community AssociationHall: 6021 Madigan Drive NE Hall Rentals: Call 403-248-1775Newsletter email: [email protected]
UPCOMING EVENTS AND PROGRAMS:
Seniors Crib Club: Every Friday at 1pm in the Activity Room at the Marlborough Park Community Centre. The Club runs from September through June, no registration fees. Community memberships appreciated. Please contact Virginia Savage at 403-366-3042.
Jelly Bean Dances: April 22 and June 10 , 6pm
Drop-in Tai Chi: Every Tuesday from 9:15 to 10:15am.
NEW! Drop-in Darts: Every Thursday at the lounge from 7 tp 10pm.Cost: $4.00 per person
Drop-in Volleyball: Wednesday evening, $4 each
Marlborough Park Preschool: For anyone interested in our preschool for the fall, registration will be ongoing all summer long and you can register by visiting the Marlborough Park Community Association offi ce.
RUNDLERundle Community AssociationHall: 2409 - 50 St. NEHall Rentals: Call 403-280-4752Newsletter email: [email protected]
The Rundle Summit Pub at the hall - Rundle’s best kept secret!The Summit Pub also off ers pool tables, dart boards, as well as cribbage games on Tuesday and euchre on Thursdays. Wing night is still on Wednesdays. Families are welcome! New menu! Check it out!
CARNIVAL & PANCAKE BREAKFAST - June 4 at the community hall. Put this popular event on your calendar! Games, prizes, food, entertainment. Breakfast from 8 – 10, CarniVAL from 10 – 2
JUNE 18 - COMMUNITY CLEANUP DAY! AND NEIGHBOUR DAY!We will again be holding a community cleanup day, so here is your notice to start cleaning up your garage, yard, basement to get rid of your unwanted/unused items and bring them to the community centre (2409 – 50 St NE), where trucks will be waiting for your junk!
CHARITY GARAGE SALE!
at Foster’s Garden Chapel3220 – 4th Street NW
Sunday, June 5 • 9am - noonProceeds from “Staff Treasures Table”,
table rentals & concessions go to Buchanan Elementary School
Table Rentals - $20Donated items for our Staff Table
accepted the week before the sale.(Thanks – but no clothing,
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Please call 403-297-0888 to reserve your table!
Foster’s Garden Chapel3220 – 4th Street NW
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- We are launching a leadership and activism group for girls 15-17 years old. The program is set to start in the fall, but we need your help! Are you a girl in this age group who is interested in saying what this program should look like? Do you know anyone who fits that description? Sarah, the Girl Power Coordinator, would love to talk to you! Girls can either email her at [email protected] or call her at 403-264-1155.
Your CHCA MembershipWhy be a member? Members are the key to our community!
With your support, the CHCA:• Brings our community together with sponsored programs such as the Stampede Breakfast and other seasonal events. • Is the voice of the community. Serves as a spokesperson and liaison to ensure that our community related issues are heard and given proper attention by the City of Calgary.• Is responsive to all community traffic concerns and strives to correct and improve these concerns through City Hall.• Contributes financially to enhancement projects such as park and playground revitalization programs and maintenance of the ice rinks.• Preserves and maintains the community hall.• Meets regularly with the Ward 7 Councillor to address concerns.• Facilitates the community, river and pathway cleanups. • Ensures that proposed developments meet the needs of the community by providing input to the City of Calgary on planning issues and development. • Contributes to the organization of plant exchanges and garden tours.• Maintains relationships and contacts with other communities, helping to pursue common concerns.
In order to provide all of the above services and areas of support, the CHCA needs your financial and volunteer assistance. Please help support your community by purchasing a membership.
The cost is only $20 for a household/family, $10 for a single and $5 for seniors. The membership is valid for one year starting on the day of issue. For all membership inquiries please contact: [email protected]
Lets work together to make this a great community to live in!
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For most of his life, Ariel Dorfman regarded bilingualism as a sort of theft of the soul. Heading South, Looking North goes beyond memoir to be a sympathetic but coldly critical analysis of his own childhood and young adulthood.
As a young boy, Dorfman was brought to the United States by his parents’ fleeing Argentina because of their Communist beliefs. Vlady, as he was named then, rebelled by rejecting his Spanish language and by adoring everything American. Some years later, his parents fled the United States in the era of McCarthyism. Edward, a name he adopted as English-language camouflage, refused to give up English and Americanism just because his home was now in Chile. Eventually, however, his brain and the Chilean school system dragged him into the Spanish language and Chilean culture. So much so, that as a young independent adult, now named Ariel, he tried to erase his American past in horrified recognition of the imperialist role played by the US government in Chilean affairs. He became an ardent supporter of Salvador Allende. As an activist, he was
valued for his intellectual contributions, even though he wished he could be a man of physical action. On the day of the coup against Allende by Pinochet, he was hidden by his friends to ensure his survival as a story-teller who could talk about the defeat of democracy in Chile; once again, his place of exile was the United States - to his moral chagrin.
Rather than a straight-forward narrative, Heading South, Looking North is a set of meditations on the reasons for Dorfman’s affiliations and their shortcomings, many of which he couldn’t see at the time. The chapters are organized by thought process, that it, as each mediation examines one part of his life, it sparks memories from other parts of his life. The ideas flow back and forth throughout his whole life, stimulating profound observations about the complexities of emotional decisions made within an environment of uncontrollable political events.
Those of us of a certain age also grew to maturity in the timeframe of this memoir. Ariel Dorfman’s reflections also belong to us.
Off the Shelf Book review by Judith Umbach
Heading South, Looking Northby Ariel Dorfman
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