DECEMBER 2018

Your Community Newsletter since 2005

RRRHA Family Christmas Party December 15

RRROCA Family Movie Day December 14 In Our Community

Your Community Newsletter since 2005 Upcoming Community Community and Residents Associations Events Rocky Ridge Royal Oak • December 14: RRROCA Family Movie Day at Community Association 2:30pm at Royal Oak Victory Church 403-879-2820 • [email protected] • www.rrroca.org • December 15: RRRHA Family Christmas Rocky Ridge Ranch Homeowners Association Party from 1 – 3pm 10709 Rocky Ridge Blvd NW Calgary, AB T3G 4G1 403-547-6633 • [email protected] • www.rrrha.ca Councillor Report

Royal Oak Estates Homeowners Association hristmas can be a stressful, anxiety-filled time, [email protected] • www.roeha.ca Cespecially for families in need. If you are in a position to help this year, please consider making a donation The Cascades in Royal Oak Residents via a gift card to the Boys and Girls Club in Bowness. If Association you donate a gift card and drop the card and receipt at 403-299-1810 • [email protected] the Bowness Club (36-7930 Bowness Road NW), you will www.cascadesroyaloak.camp7.org receive a gift-in-kind tax receipt.

Elected Officials Not sure what type of gift card you want to donate? Ward 1 Councillor: Ward Sutherland 403-268-2430 Gift cards from Walmart, Superstore and local stores [email protected] like The Bownesian Grocer are suitable as they can be MLA: Minister Sandra Jansen MP: Pat Kelly, Calgary Rocky Ridge used for Christmas dinner. However, if there is another 403-297-7104 403-282-7980 type of gift card you would like to contribute, feel free [email protected] [email protected] to drop it off. Any gift card in any domination is greatly appreciated. Need more information? Contact the Editor & Article Submissions...... [email protected] Bowness Club at 403-571-0517 or my office at 403-268- Submission deadlines for this monthly publication are the 10th of the month, prior to the distribution month. 2430.

Advertising Sales: I have worked with Boys and Girls Club since I was Phil: 403-660-7324...... [email protected] The ad booking deadline is the 14th of the month prior to the distribution month. elected in 2013. I can vouch for the valuable work they do with youth. The Bowness Club is a safe place that This publication is published 12 times a year by Suburban Journals Publishing and delivered to residents helps build a positive sense of self, through supportive by Canada Post. This publication is also available for pickup from local retail outlets. Please note: the information and opinions in this newsletter are subject to change, and do not necessarily represent the adult mentors and engaging activities that challenge and opinions of the publisher or editor. Content contained in this publication may not be enrich the mind, body and spirit of each member. Club reproduced without the written consent of Suburban Journals Publishing. The information herein is believed accurate but not warranted so. Any advertisements, home businesses, programs focus on building life skills, and social and babysitters & nannies, or other parties listed in the Rocky Ridge Royal Oak View should emotional competencies. not be interpreted as recommendations or endorsements by the editor or the publisher. With the holidays approaching, I would like to wish you a Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, Joyeux Noel, Feliz Navidad, and a Happy New Year! I cherish this time of the year and I sincerely wish you a safe and happy holiday with your friends and family. Ward Sutherland, Councillor, Ward 1

THE ROCKY RIDGE & ROYAL OAK VIEW DECEMBER 2018 3 ROCKY RIDGE RANCH HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION RRRHA December Update

RRRHA Board of Directors and AGM Update The 2018 AGM was held on October 25th, and we are pleased to have the following members continue their commitment to the Board of Directors: Tony Scherpenisse Valarie Ostopowich Bunmi Oyebanji Amanda Tisher-Dees Michael Morrison Garett Wohlberg Collin Smith Ice Skating and Winter Activities As winter settles in, the process of getting the ice ready for The RRRHA Mission Statement: skating will be underway. A common question is “when To enhance the value and properties of Rocky will the ice be ready?” The answer to that is weather Ridge Ranch through judicious self management dependant, as the ice must freeze to a minimum depth of all lands, properties and assets and to enhance prior to being prepared for skating. At the time that this the programs made available through our publication is delivered the ice preparation may already Ranch Centre which best serve our community’s be underway. The frozen lake will again be divided into diversity, providing additional homeowner separate areas for hockey and skating. value and benefit. Holiday Games Room hours will be posted online.

Ice updates will be posted on our website, social media Rocky Ridge Ranch Homeowners Association sites (Facebook and Facebook members page), mass emails 10709 Rocky Ridge Blvd NW and our road signs. Calgary, AB T3G 4G1 Phone: 403-547-6633 Fax: 403-547-6634 Winter Programs www.rrrha.ca [email protected] Registration for the Winter session of fitness classes, which runs from the week of January 7th until the week of Office Hours March 30th, will be available online or through the office. The office will be closed from Our full program listing will be available on our website December 23 – 26, 2018 as well as January 1st, 2018 closer to the end of the month at www.rrrha.ca. Changes to office hours will be updated online

Board of Directors Calendar of Events Vice President...... Amanda Tischer-Dees Secretary...... Tony Scherpenisse Annual RRRHA Family Christmas Party Treasurer...... Val Ostopowich December 15th: 1:00 – 3:00pm Director...... Garett Wohlberg Director...... Bunmi Oyebanji *This event is now at full capacity - be sure to book Director...... Collin Smith early next year and we will see you there! Director...... Michael Morrison Come and celebrate the holiday season with us! Member families with children aged 12 and under are invited at Facebook Page attend our annual Christmas party, where you will enjoy festive treats, crafts and a visit from a special guest. Check out our Facebook page for the latest updates from the Ranch! facebook.com/rockyridgeranchHA

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THERAPEUTIC YOGA FOR A BETTER BACK Winter Programs 12 classes Tuesdays w/ Vanitha The session will run from the week of January 7th until January 8th – March 26th the week of March 29th for adult classes. Registration is Time: 7:30pm – 8:45pm available online at www.rrrha.ca or through the office. Cost: $150.00 (member); $165.00 (non-member) Please visit our website for class descriptions. Minimum 6 participants

ADULT CLASSES 50+ YOGA 12 classes Wednesdays w/ Vanitha BALANCED YOGA 10 classes January 9th – March 27th Mondays w/Marcy Time: 10:00am – 11:30am January 7th – March 25th* Cost: $160.00 (member); $175.00 (non-member) (excluding February 18th and 25th) Minimum 6 participants Time: 9:30am – 10:45am Cost: $125.00 ($member); $140.00 (non-member) *NEW* TOTAL BODY CONDITIONING (TBC) Minimum 5 participants 11 classes Wednesdays w/Marcy INTRODUCTION TO MEDITATION 8 classes January 9th – March 27th (excluding February 20th) Mondays w/ Vanitha Time: 10:00am – 11:00am January 14th – March 11th* Cost: $110.00 (member); $125.00 (non-member) (excluding February 18th) Minimum 5 participants Time: 11:00pm – 12:00pm Cost: $95.00 (member); $105.00 (non-member) YOGA 12 classes Minimum 6 participants Thursdays w/ Vanitha January 10th – March 28th PILATES Time: 9:00am - 10:30am 10 classes Cost: $160.00 (member); $175.00 (non-member) Mondays w/Laurie Minimum 6 participants January 7th – March 18th* (excluding February 18th) *NEW* RESTORATIVE YOGA 12 classes Time: 7:30pm – 8:20 pm Fridays w/ Vanitha Cost: $120.00 (member); $135.00 (non- January 11th – March 29th member) Time: 10:00am - 11:30am Minimum 5 participants Cost: $160.00 (member); $175.00 (non-member) Minimum 6 participants *NEW* YOGA FOR MOM AND BABY Regain strength, flexibility and stamina as you bond with your baby or toddler in a supportive and welcoming environment. In this flow style class we will move through specific postures to tone the pelvic floor and strengthen the back and core muscles. We also explore breathing exercises to help you release and relax. You can feel free to hold your baby or toddler, or to have them sit in front of you on a mat. Please, bring a blanket for your kids to sit on and a few favorite toys. Classes are relaxed and move to the beat of your little ones! Tuesdays w/Silvia 10 classes January 22nd – March 26th Time: 10:00am – 11:00am Cost: $135.00 (member); $150.00 (non-member) Minimum 5 participants

THE ROCKY RIDGE & ROYAL OAK VIEW DECEMBER 2018 7 ROCKY RIDGE RANCH HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION RRRHA IS HIRING! CHILDREN’S CLASSES Seasonal Landscape Crew (primarily snow removal): MUSIC FOR LITTLE MOVERS AND SHAKERS • This is a casual position that will primarily require Come sing, dance and make music with your child on-call weekend and holiday hours depending on while you meet other local families. We’ll sing songs the weather. Perfect for students or anyone looking about winter, snow and Christmas. Children will also be to earn some extra income on weekends. Class 5 introduced to musical concepts such as dynamics, tempo, driver’s license or GDL is a requirement. beat, rhythm, playing instruments, and moving to music. • *Must be available on short notice* Taught by a music educator with Level 3 Orff training. Open to children 6 months to 3 years old as activities will Office Assistant: be tailored to suit a variety of ages. • Primary responsibilities will include providing day-to-day administrative support such as Thursdays w/Becki answering telephone and in-person enquiries January 10th – February 14th pertaining to the Homeowners Association 10:00am – 11:00am (programs, rentals, events, etc), compiling 1 – 2 years old parented spreadsheet, data entry and completing facility Cost: $60.00 (members); $75.00 (non-members) rental agreements. Hours of work will be a combination of daytime and evening shifts between 9:00am and 9:00pm Monday to Friday, OTHER PROGRAMS AT THE RANCH with flexibility to establish set shifts.

CALGARY GOJUKAI KARATE For complete job descriptions please visit our website at www.rrrha.ca Please visit calgarygojukai.com to sign up for child and adult Karate classes.

DEBORAH LAXTON SCHOOL OF DANCE To register for child and adult dance lessons visit deblaxtondance.com

ROCKY RIDGE ROCKERS Join the rockers every Tuesday at the Ranch from 1-3pm for coffee and crafting (bring a project to work on). Free and open to everyone.

SPORTBALL Coaches focus on the basic skills common to all sports, like balance, coordination, stamina and timing in a fun, supportive, non-competitive setting that emphasizes teamwork. Please visit www.sportball.ca/calgary to register.

YOUNG REMBRANDTS www.youngrembrandts.com

THE ROCKY RIDGE & ROYAL OAK VIEW DECEMBER 2018 9 Light up the Night

The “Light up the Night” event was a success and we had a great turnout for such a chilly night.

Homeowners Association This is the second year we have had a Christmas Light Display and we keep adding to it. The sentiment for the evening was community and family.

We want to thank those residents that showed up to celebrate with hot chocolate and cookies. We also want to thank the team at BMO Royal Oak for sponsoring the refreshments and goodies. It was great to meet everyone Board of Directors: and listen as we shared what brought us all to move to President: Laura Parsons Royal Oak. Secretary: Cecilia Chung Treasurer: Alan Hildebrandt Royal Oak Estates Thank you to Foothills Landscaping for taking time from Directors: Stein Yang Homeowners Association their weekend to make sure our “Light up the Night” was Zeena Taghvai [email protected] in order and working. From the Board to all the residents Louise Boucher http://roeha.ca – we wish you the best of time with family and friends over the holiday season!

Your board and sponsor for the evening from left to right, Alan Hildebrandt Treasurer, Cecila Chung Secretary, Laura Parsons President, Sherri Costa Branch Manager BMO Royal Oak and Louise Boucher Director and Social Media.

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THE ROCKY RIDGE & ROYAL OAK VIEW DECEMBER 2018 13 Get Out and Explore Alberta Five Winter Adventures That Don't Involve Skis Enjoy Inspiring Views at Johnston Canyon Icewalk Johnston Canyon is one of the iconic experiences of Banff National Park, where stunning views of canyon walls give way to even more breathtaking views of its waterfalls. In the winter, the snow and ice give the canyon an even more magical, meditative quality. From the trailhead, it’s an easy hike through snow to a trail where safe steel walkways offer great views of the rock wall and the blue sheets of ice hanging from frozen waterfalls. This is prime selfie country. If you book a trip with Discover Banff Tours, you will be outfitted with cleats for your boots and a warm bus ride from the town of Banff 30 minutes away.

Olympic-Style Bobsleigh is Thrill-a-Minute Alberta has a rich Olympic history, given that Calgary hosted the 1988 Olympic Winter Games. At Winsport’s Canada Olympic Park, regular folk like you and me can get a taste of what it’s like to be an Olympian with its bobsleigh experiences, a 60-second rush that will get your heart pumping at speeds reaching 100 km/hr. Squeeze into the four-person bobsleigh driven by an experienced Banff & Lake Louise Tourism pilot to do 14 twists on the track. If you want to go solo, try the luge track, which is also a blast. If you’re looking at Alberta’s largest non-mountain resort. Get great views to brag, either experience gives you mad rights. Book of the foothills while you reach speeds up to 60 km/hr. ahead at Winsport Canada before you go. You get pulled up the hill on your tube by a dedicated lift before careening down the groomed two-lane park. A Skate Away at Hawrelak Park big snow-making system bolsters the terrain to help keep Skating at Hawrelak Park in Edmonton has been a everyone sliding. tradition for years, drawing all ages to one of the most well-known stretches of recreational ice in Alberta. Fort Chipewyan Opens Up a Northern World If you’re in the mood for a laid-back feel in a cozy This adventure leans toward those looking for hard- atmosphere, this is as soft as adventure gets. But if you core, hands-on fun. Try ice fishing and dog sledding with come during the heart of winter, you’ll get an added friendly Fort Chipewyan resident and Atim Ostogwan bonus at the park -- the crazily lit Ice Castles exhibit. Dogsled Tours operator Robert Grandjambe. He has deep Formed by flowing water that freezes over a base build First Nations roots in this remote northern community, with hundreds of lights, this attraction is beautiful and which began as a fur trading post in 1788. I got a crash unique. Book a ticket for the Ice Castle before you go. course in traditional gill-net fishing on Lake Athabasca, For even more fun in the park, plan your trip around hauling nets filled with wriggling fish while gusts of wind the annual Silver Skate Festival at the park (Feb. 10-20), kicked up puffs of snow. A 20-minute dogsled trip got us which has roots deep in Edmonton’s winter traditions. there. Part of the journey is getting to Fort Chip from Fort McMurray on the rugged ice road, a 280 km (174 mi) trip. Get Your Tube on at Canyon Ski Resort There are 40-minute flights from to Fort Mac to begin Just minutes from Red Deer, you can ride an inflatable your adventure. tube down an giddily fun course at Canyon Ski Resort at the Snow Tube Park. While many mountain ski resorts by Mike Fisher now build tube parks, you can also get a great slide here Reprinted with kind permission from Travel Alberta

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