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This newsletter will capture upcoming cultural and recreation opportunities within the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo. To see past editions please visit www.rmwb.ca
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Recreation:
1. KidSport Wood Buffalo
2. Big Brothers big Sisters Event Nights at McMurray
Experience
3. MS Wellness – Adaptive Chair Yoga
4. Mindfulness
5. Run into Winter!
6. Movie Mania
7. JSYF Harry Potter Marathon
8. Father Mercredi Christmas Market
9. Gord Bamford Concert
10. Little Rockstars
11. Senior’s Social: Appy Hour-iPads, iPhones & You
12. Fort McMurray Ski Team 2nd Annual Fundraiser
13. Full Moon Café
14. FMMBA Winter Ball
15. Senior’s Falls Prevention Month
16. ParticipACTION’s 150 Plat List
Culture:
17. Wood Buffalo Culture Blog
18. Remembrance Day Ceremony
19. Auditions for Footloose: Bands
20. Auditions for Footloose: Actors
21. Enbridge Famous 5 Speaker Series
22. cultuRED talks
23. Fort McMurray Tourism Christmas Show & Market
24. Call to Local Artists: Artist in the Studio Program
25. Arts Presenting Grant – Deadline Extended
26. Call for Submissions: 2016 All-Albertan Song Contest
27. Canada’s National Ballet School – 2016/2017 National
Audition Tour
28. GeekFest Film Fest- Year 4
29. Financial Assistance for Artists
30. Residency Opportunity: University of Michigan, Stamps
School of Art & Design
31. Madrid Drone Film Festival
KidSport Wood Buffalo
Applications are being accepted now
KidSport is a national not-for-profit organization that provides financial assistance for registration fees to kids aged 18 and under.
Through a confidential application process we provide grants so they can play a season of sport.
If you have any questions please contact [email protected].
For more information, please visit http://www.kidsportcanada.ca/alberta/wood-buffalo/
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Big Brothers Big Sisters Event Nights at McMurray
Experience
For more information about McMurray Experience please contact Alix at 780-714-1578 or Bruna at 780-742-6052
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MS Wellness - Adaptive Chair Yoga
When: Wednesday, November 9 & 16 from 6pm to 7pm
Where: The Conference Room, Redpoll Centre Shell Place, 1 CA Knight Way
Cost: $5/class
For more information or to register email [email protected] or call toll free at 1-800-268-7582
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Mindfulness
When: Thursday, November 10 from 7pm to 8:30pm
Where: Wood Buffalo Regional Library, 1 CA Knight Way
Audience: 18+
Find your inner balance with activities that strive to focus on the importance of your present well-being.
For more information please contact the Reference Desk at 780-743-7804
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Run into Winter!
When: Wednesday, November 9 to Wednesday, December 14
Where: Ecole McTavish Junior High Public School, 352 Parsons Creek Drive
Group A: 6 sessions of 1-hour/week CO-ED ages 14-16 (Mondays) $90 from 5:30-6:30pm
Group B: 7 sessions of 1-hour/week for Boys/Girls ages 7-9 (Wednesdays) $105 from 5:30-6:30pm
Group C: 13 sessions 1-hour/session 2xweek for Boys ages 10-13 (M/W) $195 from 6:30-7:30pm (includes Fitness appraisal)
Space is limited (minimum # of participants is required to run each session). Payment can be made by cash or cheque
For more information contact us at [email protected] or send us a Facebook message
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Movie Mania
When: Friday, November 11 from 6pm to 8:30pm
Where: Wood Buffalo Regional Library, 1 CA Knight Way
Cost: FREE
We’re showing two movies each Friday! Join us in the Program Room for a family-friendly flick or check out what’s showing in
the Teen Area for teens & adults. We’ll supply the popcorn!
For more information please contact the Reference Desk at 780-743-7804
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JSYF Harry Potter Marathon
When: Friday, November 11 from 2pm to 5pm
Saturday, November 12 from 4pm to 8pm
Sunday, November 13 from 4pm to 8pm
Monday, November 14 from 4pm to 8pm
Tuesday, November 15 from 4pm to 8pm
Where: The Dugout, 10500 Morrison Street
Cost: FREE
Leading up to the release of the new Harry Potter Universe film Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them we will be watching
the original 8 films to get us all caught up on all the wizarding goodness.
For more information please contact Kyle Bourke at 780-715-0010 or [email protected]
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Father Mercredi Christmas Market
When: Saturday, November 12 from 10am to 3pm
Where: Father Mercredi School, 455 Silin Forest Road
Celebrate winter and get set for the season of giving. Find unique Christmas crafts, jewellery, gifts, baking, clothes and more at
our CHRISTMAS MARKET which will be held on November 12th.
For more information please contact Deborah Kitching at 780-799-5725
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Gord Bamford Concert
When: Saturday, November 12 from 7pm to 10:30pm
Where: Suncor Community Leisure Centre, 1 CA Knight Way
Cost: $61.95/Club Seats & $40.95/Floor Seats
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Little Rockstars
When: Monday, November 14 from 1:30pm to 2:30pm
Where: Wood Buffalo Regional Library, 1 CA Knight Way
Children ages 2-5 are invited to join us for a rockin’ afternoon! Channel your inner rockstar by designing your own guitar, getting
down with limbo and more! Space is limited. Registration opens Nov 1, contact either Reference Desk to register
For more information please contact the Reference Desk at 780-743-7804
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Senior’s Social: Appy Hour-iPads, iPhones & You
When: Tuesday, November 15 from 2pm to 3:30pm
Where: Wood Buffalo Regional Library, 1 CA Knight Way
Join us to share delicious appetizers and talk about apps for your “i-devices”. This session will focus on iPad/iPhones basics, how
to download from the app store and setting up your device to enjoy library resources. Feel free to bring your own device &
iTunes log in information so we can assist in setting up your device. Free for ages 50+.
For more information please contact the Reference Desk at 780-743-7804
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Fort McMurray Ski Team 2nd Annual Fundraiser
When: Friday, November 25 from 6pm-11pm
Where: Canadian Brewhouse, 117-108 Riverstone Ridge
Cost: $10
The Fort McMurray Ski Team is excited to announce our 2nd annual fundraiser on November 25, 2016. This fun filled evening
is being held at the Canadian Brewhouse at 117-108 Riverstone ridge from 6pm-11pm. Please come out and support our
team. There will be a silent auction, 50/50 draw and a door prize. Tickets are only 10$.
For more information please contact [email protected]
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Full Moon Cafe
When: Saturday, November 26
Where: The Art Foundry at River Station, 8130 Fraser Avenue
Cost: $5 donation at the door
The Full Moon Café is a monthly music and arts coffee house. All musicians, writers, artists and other creative people are
welcome to come and share their talent and/or be part of the audience. All ages welcome.
Check us out on Facebook and Twitter @fullmooncafeAB
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FMMBA Winter Ball
Program starts at the beginning of November 2016 and runs until the middle of March 2017. The cost of the program is $150,
which includes a hat, shorts and winter ball t shirt. We also require a $200 volunteer deposit, which will be based on 4hrs
volunteer commitment throughout the season.
SO LET’S STRIKE WINTER OUT AND PLAY BALL!
For information on timeslots and registration please go to http://fmmba.pointstreaksites.com/view/fmmba
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Seniors' Falls Prevention Month
When: November
Where: Across Alberta
The theme of the 2016 campaign is to Stay Independent. Prevent Falls. Finding Balance is a national program developed by the
Injury Prevention Centre at the UofA and is designed to raise awareness of preventing slips, trips, and falls among older
Albertans and Canadians. The program uses real life strategies that older adults can use to lower their risk of a fall. The campaign
will raise a spotlight on each of our three key messages:
• Keep Active
• Check Your Vision
• Review Your Medications
For more information please contact Finding Balance and supporters at 780.492.6019 or email [email protected]
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ParticipACTION's 150 Play List
Deadline is November 23
Where: Across Alberta
To celebrate Canada’s 150th birthday, ParticipACTION is creating a 150 Play List – the ultimate list of all the physical activities
that make us Canadian. Challenge yourself and your friends to complete them all throughout 2017 for the chance to get active
and win a trip for three to Whistler, an appearance on TV, or even a new car! Over 100 events will be taking place from coast to
coast, so everyone has a chance to get moving, try something new, and prove how Canadian they really are! But first, help
ParticipACTION create the list and make sure your favourite Canadian activities are on it!
For more information please visit https://www.participaction.com/en-ca/programs/participaction-150-play-list
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Wood Buffalo Culture Blog
The Wood Buffalo Culture Blog showcases local organizations, events and individuals invested in the Culture Community.
The Culture Blog offers information about provincial and federal grants as well as volunteer and career opportunities. It is a great
resource for those interested in becoming more aware about the events, programs and opportunities in the region while also
learning about local artists.
Visit the Culture Blog at http://rmwbculture.blogspot.ca/
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Remembrance Day Ceremony
The Royal Canadian Legion, Fort McMurray Branch #165 will conduct a Remembrance Day Service in three phases as follows:
8:30 – 10:40 am Phase 1: Remembrance Day Service & Message
10:50- 11:30 am Phase 2: Cenotaph Service
11:30- 11:45 am Phase 3: March Past
A secondary service will also be conducted at the Legion located at 9317 Huggard Street. Both services are open to the public.
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Auditions for Footloose: Bands
When: Saturday, November 12 (available times provided on website)
Where: Keyano Theatre & Arts Centre - Room AC139, 8115 Franklin Avenue
Keyano Theatre Company is holding auditions for their production of Footloose in February 2017. They are looking for bands to
take part. They are seeking advanced musicians to be a part of the band for Footloose the Musical. 16+ is encouraged, but
looking for skill and enthusiasm overall. We require musicians who can play Keyboard, Reeds (Clarinet, Flute, Tenor, Alto
and/or Baritone Sax), Guitar (Electric/Acoustic) Bass, and Drums/Percussion.
Visit www.keyano.ca for more information
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Auditions for Footloose: Actors
When: November 14 and 15 (available times provided on website)
Where: Keyano Theatre & Arts Centre - Room AC139, 8115 Franklin Avenue
Keyano Theatre Company is holding auditions for their production of Footloose in February 2017. They are looking for actors to
take part. Auditioners should prepare 32 bars of a song from a Contemporary Musical, or a Pop-Rock song. They will be asked
to read from the script. (The director suggests you read the script before coming to audition, scripts are available at the Keyano
Box Office during regular business hours to read. The scripts may not leave the building so please make sure you have time to
read them.) Actors 16 years of age and older will be selected.
Visit www.keyano.ca for more information.
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Enbridge Famous 5 Speaker Series
When: Friday, November 17, 2016
Carla White will be the guest speaker at the Shell Place Ballroom as a part of the Enbridge Famous 5 Speaker Series. Carla
specializes in resilience and will talk about turning obstacles into opportunities. Tickets are $75 which includes dinner, the
presentation, and inspired learning.
For more information, please visit www.macdonaldisland.ca and see attached poster.
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cultuRED talks
When: Monday, November 21
The Wood Buffalo Regional Library will welcome Cheryl Alexander on November 21 at 5:30pm to speak about the resiliency of
Aboriginal people. The program is free of charge and will take place in the Total Aboriginal Cultural Corner which is on the
main floor of the library.
For more information, please contact Nicole at 780-792-5151 or visit www.wbrl.ca.
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Fort McMurray Tourism Christmas Show & Market
When: Friday, November 25 from 1pm to 9pm
Saturday, November 26 from 10am to 8pm
Sunday, November 27 from 10am to 5pm
Where: MacDonald Island Park, 1 CA Knight Way
Cost: Adults: $7, Youth & Seniors: $5.00, Weekend Pass: $10.00
Daily Family Pass: $20.00 (includes 2 adults and 2 children), and Children 6 and under: Free.
There will be over 150 companies offering unique gift ideas. Find that special gift for your special someone.
For more information visit http://www.fortmcmurraytourism.com/trade-shows/exhibitors/2016-christmas-show-and-market
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Call to Local Artists: Artist in the Studio Program
Deadline for Submissions: Sunday, November 27
The Regional Recreation Corporation of Wood Buffalo (RRC) is delighted to announce an exciting new program called “Artist in
the Studio”. This program will bring emerging artists together with students of all ages to participate in educational and
interactive art workshops. The program will encourage collaboration and interaction between students and local artists. There will
be four artists selected for this program.
Please see attached Call for Artists for more information or contact [email protected]
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Arts Presenting Grant – Deadline Extended
Deadline: November 22
The Alberta Foundation for the Arts (AFA) Arts Presenting grant stream is integral to the AFA’s support of The Spirit of Alberta,
Alberta’s cultural policy. The Arts Presenting grant stream supports the public presentation of professional artists in all artistic
disciplines by reimbursing a portion of professional artists' fees for the preceding year's presentation. Applications for this grant
stream are made through the Grants Application Tracking and Evaluation (GATE) online grant application system. (To obtain a
GATE user ID and password, send an e-mail request to [email protected] at least five business days prior to
the deadline.)
For more information visit http://www.affta.ab.ca/Resources/Grant-Help-And-Resources/Organization-Operational-Grant/Arts-
Presenting/Guidelines
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Call for Submissions: 2016 All-Albertan Song Contest
Deadline for Entries: November 28 by 12:00pm MST
The All-Albertan Song Contest is back! Write, record and submit your new, original, non-released song about Alberta and you
could win the $10,000 grand prize from ATB Financial. Second and third-place finishers will receive $3,000 and $2,000
respectively. New this year, all All-Albertan Song Contest finalists will be eligible for the Fan Choice Award as selected by
voters on the ATB Financial Facebook page. The Fan Choice Award winner receives $2,000.
For more information, please visit www.wearealberta.ca.
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Canada’s National Ballet School - 2016/2017 National
Audition Tour
When: Friday, November 11
Where: Citie Ballet: Ruth Carse Centre for Dance, 11205-107 Avenue, Edmonton
Description: Each Fall/Winter, a team of Canada’s National Ballet School Artistic staff travel across the country on a National
Audition Tour. The Tour stops in approximately 20 Canadian cities offering open classes and auditions. Admission to the
Professional Ballet Program is based on a two stage audition process. The National Audition Tour is the first stage, followed by
the second stage which takes place in July 2017.
For more information, please visit: www.nbs-enb.ca
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GeekFest Film Fest- Year 4
Late Deadline: December 31
Be a part of the Revolution! GeekFest Film Fests is the BIGGEST and BEST traveling Geek Genre Film Festival, programming
high concept genre films into Comic Conventions around the country! GeekFest Film Fests travels across North America,
screening the best Science Fiction, Fantasy, Horror, Action, Superhero, Pop Culture, Fan Films, and Fandom Related themed
films. Submit now and take your first step into a larger world!
Learn more at http://geekfestla.com/call-for-entries
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Financial Assistance for Artists
The AFC provides emergency financial assistance to all who work professionally in the arts and entertainment industry, including
all aspects of film, television, theatre, music and dance. They strive to help Canadian entertainment professionals when illness,
injury or other personal or professional hardships compromise their health, dignity and ability to work. Applications are accepted
on an ongoing basis.
For more information please visit http://afchelps.ca/about/what-we-do/ .
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Residency Opportunity: University of Michigan, Stamps
School of Art & Design
Proposals Due: January 15, 2017
The mission of the Roman J. Witt Residency Program is to support the production of new work with assistance from the Stamps
School of Art & Design community. The program awards one residency per academic year for a visiting artist/designer to work
at the school to develop a new work in collaboration with students and faculty. To witness and partake in the creation of a defined
work from idea to realization is the centerpiece of the residency. This visibility of the artist’s process is intended as an exemplary
teaching tool for the school as a whole. The residency is expected to culminate in the realization of the proposed work, as well as
a presentation that summarizes the process and work accomplished.
Eligibility
The Witt Residency is open to both established and emerging artists/designers
Honorarium
$20,000 for up to twelve weeks in residence served over an academic year. There is flexibility in how the time in residence is
apportioned. In addition to the honorarium, residents will be provided with housing, studio space, and up to $5,000 funding
support for project materials.
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Madrid Drone Film Festival
The Madrid Drone Film Festival aims to showcase the incredible work being done by aerial cinematography filmmakers from
around the world. This festival was created by the founders of the London Drone Festival who believe that the creative work
being done by filmmakers using drone technology “has the potential to radically change the filming industry.” Contestants can
enter into one or both events.
January 15, 2017 - Regular Deadline
January 23, 2017 - Notification Date
February 4, 2017 - Event Date
Learn more about the festival and how to submit your film at https://filmfreeway.com/festival/MadridDroneFilmFestival
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Deadlines for submissions to Recreation Culture Calls is Tuesday at 12 pm.
Also you can visit the Wood Buffalo Culture blog for additional opportunities and updates in the area of Culture.
http://rmwbculture.blogspot.com Every effort is made to insure that the information in this newsletter is up-to-date. To confirm event dates, times and locations,
please contact the organization involved.
If you would like to have your email added or removed from this list, or would like to add information about an upcoming
opportunity please send your request to [email protected]. If you know someone who may be interested in receiving
or contributing to Recreation Culture Calls please have them email [email protected] to be included!
