December 2018/January 2019
Books and Budgets Save Gold Bar Park – Update I am happy to share some good news with On November 16, 2018, the City Councillors to the Alberta Capital Region Plant; and, the everyone. The eagerly anticipated new Cap- on the Utility Committee heard from Edmon- anticipated negative impacts of bringing the ilano Branch of Edmonton Public Library ton residents strong and collective opposition to SESS to Gold Bar. The outcome of the meet- is finally open. The Grand Opening was on the 2017 decision to reroute the South Edmon- ing was a motion by the Utility Committee: November 23rd and I very much enjoyed ton Sanitary Sewer (SESS) trunk line to the “That Utility Committee recommended: That meeting many of you in our new, beautiful, Gold Bar Wastewater Treatment Plant. Speak- Administration report to Executive Committee and accessible building at 9915-67 Street. ers represented the following groups: Edmon- on governance options that provide appropriate In budget news for Ward 8, both the Rollie ton Nordic Ski Club, Edmonton Trail Runners, City Council oversight, transparency and pub- Miles Athletic Field District Park Renewal Highlands Community League, Beverly Com- lic input on the operations and decisions made and the 101 Avenue Streetscape projects are munity League, Capilano Community League, by the SSSF Oversight Committee.” In other in the proposed Capital Budget. These proj- various other recreational groups and residents words, City Council currently does not influ- ects are currently unfunded and will be part from Beverly, Highlands, Gold Bar, Capilano, ence the decisions made by the SSSF (Sanitary of the dialog during Council budget delibera- and Oliver. A couple of engineers with experi- Servicing Strategy Fund), the committee that tions. I hope to get support for the next phase ence in wastewater engineering and safety also moved to change the destination of the SESS in of the Rollie Miles Leisure Centre and Park: spoke about risks, technology and inadequate 2017. The Utility Committee is recommend- concept planning and design. That way it buffer zones separating the Gold Bar Plant ing changes to the governance of the SSSF could be considered for construction in the the conversation alive on planning for a new from surrounding recreational areas and resi- committee so that City Council will have input next Capital Budget cycle. facility. dences. The following topics were addressed: into future decisions, including the SESS des- My intention is to push for funding to keep City Council will start weighing priori- the need for transparency from EPCOR and tination. This move would allow City Council the planning and design work going on the ties on November 28 at 9:30 am in Council the City; the need for thorough public con- to apply the rules of transparency and public 101 Avenue project so it is ready for when Chambers. Members of the public are wel- sultation about the SESS; the “human factor” engagement to future decisions. the rebuild of the roadway can begin. The come to attend or you could watch the pro- that is missing in the SESS decision; the great Find more information on Facebook at community has worked very hard on this and ceedings through the Council On The Web potential our River Valley has for recreation “Save Gold Bar Park Alliance,” or email gold- I do not want to see it lose momentum. live streaming service. and tourism; the benefits of continuing with [email protected] to have your Including a shared-use path from Gateway Please feel free to contact me anytime at the City’s longstanding plan to build the SESS name added to the mailing list for updates. Boulevard to 107 Street, along the rail line [email protected] or at 780-496- the Street Car uses, in the proposed South 8146. Follow me on Twitter@ben_hen 101 Avenue Redevelopment Update Side Bike Grid would help advance work on As of Thursday, Nov. 8 our NEW branch The Greater Hardisty Com- in their assessment values and this long awaited route. Folks who use the hours are: munity Sustainability Coalition thus an ongoing higher tax return Strathcona 55 Plus Seniors Facility know the Monday - Thursday: 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. (GHCSC) continues to lobby the on the City’s investment. Copies building has space and accessibility limita- Friday - Saturday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. City on redevelopment of 101 of the Coalition’s presentations tions for its users. I am determined to keep Sunday: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. Ave. Two speakers with the Coalition, Julie were distributed to all members of Council. Paquette and Drina Schneider, made presenta- GHCSC speakers also advocated for the 101 Hardisty Christmas Dinner tions to the City’s Urban Planning Committee Avenue redevelopment in the public sessions meeting on November 13 in support of a report on the City budget that were held in mid to Hardisty Community Christmas Din- from the Civic Administration on low cost, late November. To receive updates, or get in- ner volunteers for 15 different churches and groups are hosting a free Community short term (2 year) actions to move the proj- volved, LIKE the Greater Hardisty Communi- Christmas Dinner on Saturday, December ect forward. Both speakers reiterated the case ty Sustainability Coalition Facebook page, or 8 at Hardisty School (10534 62 St.) from for continuing City funding on the planning, email directly to: [email protected]. 4:30-6:30 pm. There will be a free din- design and execution of the entire project and The work to protect our parkland continues. ner, Christmas songs and Carols, activities Grace United Church at or grace.united@ presented a compelling business case on how Thanks to all the residents who contacted their for the children and even a visit with Santa shaw.ca or 780-466-0916. the redevelopment of a number of properties City Councillors and/or attended the meeting Claus. To reserve your ticket, please contact Tickets available November 14. on 101 Avenue would result in a net increase to show support. PO Box 38025 South East Community League Association secla.ca SECLA BOARD “And who are you?” COMMUNITY LEAGUE REPRESENTATIVE Publication Email She might be Alice, or Amira, or Aiyana. ally recognized children’s rights. He might be Alex, or Aidan, or Ali. No www.unicef.ca/sites/default/files/legacy/ Avonmore Leigh [email protected] matter the name you’ve chosen, now your imce_uploads/UTILITY NAV/TEACHERS/
Capilano VACANT [email protected] child has a name; An identity. And that is DOCS/GC/CRCPosterEN_FA.pdf every child’s fundamental right. In Alberta And here is a list of resources prepared Cloverdale Reg [email protected] and across Canada, we celebrated National by Shannon Clarke, Community Librar- Forest Terrace Heights (Chair) Connie [email protected] Child Day on November 20. But any day of ian at the new Capilano Library to help you
Fulton Place Miles [email protected] the year, you can help young children under- explore identity with your child: bit.ly/EPL stand their identity. Help them feel proud of NCD2018 Gold Bar Jamie [email protected] who they are as a person. SEEECCC or Southeast Edmonton Early
Holyrood Claire [email protected] When they’re toddlers, tell them the story Childhood Community Coalition is a volun- of their name — what it means, why you teer group of community members who are Idylwylde Bridget [email protected] chose it. As they grew older, help them learn passionate about and committed to nurturing
Kenilworth Kevin [email protected] about some of the other rights shared by all young children.
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December 2018 www.communityleaguenews.com Southeast Voice 3 7902 - 73 Avenue (780) 465 - 1941 Avonmore avonmore.org Abundant Communities Edmonton Support Team Bike Month is Coming! Hall Rental ACE Support Team member: ents, skills and resources with one another; Avonmore is blessed with an awesome Anyone interested in renting the hall please Are you passionate about building commu- have fun together; and collectively create the biking area. We'd love to celebrate bike contact Tanya at (780) 637-5640 or nity in our neighbourhood? Avonmore Com- neighbourhoods we desire. month but we need help to do it! Do you have email [email protected]. Hall ad- munity League is in the process of bringing The role of the Support Team is to plan an idea or connection and can help? Ideas dress is: 7902 - 73rd Ave NW the Abundant Community Edmonton (ACE) the initial steps of implementing ACE in include a bike wash and tune up, road take initiative to our neighbourhood and is look- Avonmore, and support the recruitment of a over, kids bike parade, the sky is the limit! Babysitting Registry ing for 4 volunteers to join the ACE Support Neighbourhood Connector. We are hoping to Avonmore Community League is pleased Team. schedule our first Support Team meeting in to offer Our Babysitter Registry to help ACE is an initiative that supports com- early November. Avonmore Book Club match community members with qualified munities in forming strong, caring and sup- If you are intrigued and want to know babysitters. portive blocks and neighbourhoods where more, please contact Wendy at programs@ Club meets on Sunday evenings every 4 - For Parents Seeking Babysitters: email we look out for one another; share our tal- avonmore.org. 6 weeks. Members take turns picking books Cheryl at [email protected] and she can and hosting meetings. New members wel- provide you with a list of teens seeking baby- come. For more information, contact Anita at sitting work. Community Potluck Avonmore Garden Club [email protected] For Teens Seeking Babysitting Work: and Holiday Caroling While our Gardens are sleeping, join us There is also the option of making a new email Cheryl. To help parents find the best fit Bring your favourite meal and join us for a online on facebook-- Avonmore Garden Club club on a different evening if there is interest! for their children, provide some information family holiday potluck in the hall! Wear your to watch for posts about impromptu Wine about yourself. Tell us the neighbourhood warm layers as this will be followed by some and Weeds evenings during the winter. Ask you live in, the year you were born, your cre- Avonmore dentials (Red Cross Babysitters Certification, carolling in the neighbourhood. Hot choco- on facebook or email president@avonmore. Community Swim First Aid, etc.), your availability and your ex- late, tea and coffee will be provided. Decem- org for more details. perience caring for children. Don't forget to ber 15 from 5 - 7:30 pm. Coming events: -Commonwealth Pool 11000 Stadium provide your phone number! January 19, 2019: Successes and Misses of Road Red Cross Babysitting Safety Course Rink Shack 2018 - presentation based on everyone's sub- Saturdays, 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Saturday Feb 23, 2019 at Avonmore Com- mission of their stories and pictures form the Depending on the weather the rink may be -Hardisty Pool munity Hall Time: 9am-5pm past garden season. Monique is coordinating ready for use by the time you read this mes- 10535-65 Street For Boys or Girls ages 11 & up (must be 11 - details to follow. sage. We need many more volunteers to Sundays, 1:15 p.m. - 2:45 p.m. by the end of March) February 9, 2019: Presentation on Manag- keep the rink shack open in the evenings and Free to Avonmore Community League Cost $75 Avonmore Members $45 (with 5 ing Common Pests and Diseases on weekends. If you have 2-3 hours to spare Members with valid 2018/19 membership volunteer hours from child) March 23, 2019: Pruning trees and shrubs once a week, once every two weeks or once a card! Phone 311 or check www.edmonton. If interested or would like to register, and planting recommendations month please let me know. We need people ca for updates on closures before you go. please email [email protected] April 27, 2019: Tour of Arch Greenhouses at the rink shack to open it up so skaters can put on their skates and come in to warm up. Avonmore Parent It also ensures the safety and security of skat- Build Your Own & Tot Program ers and the property. You can come and skate Terrarium Night while you volunteer. We also need a few Adults of Avonmore! Join us at the hall more volunteers to help with maintenance. on Saturday,February 9th 7-9pm to create a Contact [email protected] if inter- beautiful centrepiece just in time for Valen- ested. tine’s Day! Supplies per project provided for $25 or $40 depending on size. Registration Shinny Ice Hockey on Eventbrite Fall/winter shinny ice hockey at Kenilworth arena on Friday nights. Please contact Boris Avonmore at [email protected] for more details. Concert Series After a successful season showcasing Outdoor Soccer some of Edmonton's best musicians, we Mark your calendars to watch for outdoor are busy planning our 2019 concert season. soccer registration coming in early February! Keep your eyes on the events section on the 'Avonmore Community League' Facebook Playschool page, join our 'Avonmore Concert Series' Limited spaces still available! Facebook group, or email us at avonmore- This FREE drop-in program runs Come join us in January for a fun and ex- [email protected]. We're hoping to every Thursday from 10-12 at the citing playschool experience. kick off the year with concerts in late January community hall. Please check the Classes run Monday-Friday; you can sign and early March. Hope to see you there! facebook group or email for closures up for 2 days a week up to 5 days a week. over the holiday season. We do a mix Playschool hours 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. of free play activities and arts and Small class sizes, with lots of one on one Avonmore Yoga crafts. Our group has a mix of small instruction, hands-on learning and music ses- Avonmore Yoga Classes will be offered on babies and toddlers, so there is some- sions, brought to us by our two great music Tuesday and Wednesday evenings starting one for everyone to play with. Coffee teachers. January 8 and 9th. Tuesday classes at 6:30 and tea provided. Enriching great little minds more and more and Wednesday classes at 5:45 p.m. and 7:30 For more info, check out our Face- each day. p.m. Cost of the session is $150.00 for 15 book group by searching “Avon- For more information or to register contact classes. For more information and to register more parent and tot group” or email Jamie Konrad by phone (leave a contact Anita at [email protected] [email protected]. Located message) at 780-465- 1941, or email play- The Fall Yoga session ends December at Avonmore Hall: 7902 - 73rd Ave. [email protected] 19th. 4 Southeast Voice www.communityleaguenews.com November 2018 10810 - 54 Street (780) 469 - 2149 Capilano capilano.info Choose Capilano Hall for Your Special Event COMMUNITY If you’re planning on hosting a party, 80. Single weekend daily rates for Friday, meeting, family gathering, wedding or other Saturday and Sunday are $225/members occasion, then you should check out our hall. and $300/non-members. The entire week- LEAGUE BOARD Capilano hall offers a perfect location with a end rates are $325/members and $450/non- President Kris 780 720-9003 one-of-a-kind view of the river valley. The members. To book the hall or for more in- Past President Bill 780 934-1558 hall has a large balcony, kitchen, new wood formation, contact Marzena – 780-909-5886, flooring, and all amenities are available to Maria – 780-984-6839, or visit our website at Vice President Derek 780 919-5421 make any event special. Hall capacity is www.capilano.info. Treasurer Kyle 780-446-3121 Secretary Laura 780 982-9876 Need a Capilano Community Membership? Hall Rental Marzena 780 909-5886 Contact Jean at 780-863-0914. 5615 – 101 Avenue, Edmonton (Cash only) Hall Rental Maria 780 984-6839 As well, memberships are available at: --Edmonton Federation of Community Grants/Planning Allan 587 989-4031 --“ All Care Pharmacy” located at 5016 - Leagues (online only). Please note: EFCL Casino Coordinator Derek 780 919-5421 106 Ave. Contact the pharmacy at 780-244- adds a $5.00 admin fee. 2737 for store hours (Cash only). Thanks to “All Care Pharmacy” and Servus Memberships Jean 780 863-0914 --Servus Credit Union, Capilano Mall #110, Credit Union for supporting our community! City Programs Kristin 780 238-7795 Programs VACANT Capilano Community League Sign Rental Social Director Heather 780 466-1380 Contact Patrick at: 780-995-8818 or pat- Small business/commercial advertising - Neighborhood Watch Jeff 780 469-0026 [email protected] $25. Guaranteed 3 days. Southeast Voice Jill 780 718-7270 Do you have a message for the community, Please note: small business announce- a birthday, anniversary, graduation or special ments/advertising also accepted at our discre- Webmaster Michelle 780 466-1017 event that you would like advertised? Ad- tion. Some restrictions apply and we reserve Social Media Jean 780 863-0914 vertise it on our new changeable sign located the right of refusal. Community announce- Sign Rental Patrick 780 995-8818 at the intersection of 65 St and 108 Ave. ments take precedence over small commercial Sign rental fees: Community League business announcements. Please call as far in Renovations Darren 780 466-1380 Members - $10 ($15 for non-members). advance as possible to avoid disappointment! Capilano Playschool Marzena 780 802-9307 Tennis Daniel 780 245-1285 CCL Program Hardisty Gymnastics Soccer Programs Shelley 780 462-4599 Director Needed! Club – Winter Classes Soccer Programs Curtis 780 908-3889 This volunteer position is responsible for Sponsored by Capilano Community Ice Allocation Jaret 780 720-5582 planning and coordinating all non-city com- League. Hardisty Gym/Preschool Soccer Shauna D 780 966-3205 munity program offerings for Capilano Com- Check out these super fun classes! SECLA Monte 780-243-7547 munity League (CCL). You will also work Offering gymnastics TUESDAY or with a program committee to implement the THURSDAY evenings City – NRC Tyler 780 690-8613 program plan. If interested or have questions Where: Hardisty School (10534-62 St.) please contact Kris at [email protected] Tuesday Gymnastics Classes (8 Meetings are held every 3rd Wed of the month 7:30 p.m. - Sept – June or 780-720-9003. weeks): Jan 8, 15, 22, 29, Feb 5, 12, 19, 26 Thursdays Gymnastics Classes (7 weeks): Capilano Community is on Facebook “Like Us” Jan 10, 17, 24, 31, Feb 7, 14, 21 Babysitters are Cost: Tuesdays - $112 per child, Thurs- Bootcamp and Stretch available for YOU! days - $98 per child There are babysitters in your area that are Parent & Tot, 18 mos.-3 yr old: 6:00 – 6:45 Please join us at Capilano Community CCL members. $77/$156 non CCL mem- ready to work! They’ve been through the p.m. (Tuesdays or Thursdays) Hall (10810 – 54 Street) for a great fitness bers. Or 5 passes available. Mix of strength babysitting course and, with a little informa- Preschool 3-5 yr old: 6:00 – 6:45 p.m. program! and cardio with a long stretch at the end – ev- tion gathering, we are able to match sitters (Tuesdays or Thursdays) Days/Time: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7:00 erything can be modified and adapted for all with families looking. So, look no further Preschool 3-5 yr old: 6:45 – 7:30 p.m. p.m. - 8:10 p.m. fitness levels or special considerations. and email [email protected] (Tuesdays or Thursdays) Dates: November 6/8 – December 18/20, Contact Lisa for more information or to Elementary 6-12 yrs: 6:45 – 7:45 p.m. 2018 register at 780-221-9857 or Lisashortenfit- (Tuesdays or Thursdays) Classes will resume January 8/10, 2019 [email protected] . Check out: Facebook. Functional Elementary 6-12 yrs: 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. Costs: $70 one day or $140 both days for com/lisashortenfitness Movement Classes (Thursdays only) Begin or continue your movement jour- REGISTRATION: Register online by FREE Swim for Capilano Community Members ney at Capilano Community Hall (10810-54 visiting Capilano Community League web- Bring your current, valid Capilano Com- The indoor community swim program runs Street). site (www.capilano.info) under the Hardisty munity League membership card to swim for from the second weekend in September until These classes are aimed at improving your Gymnastics Club link. FREE during the following time: the end of June. Check the facility website overall mobility throughout the body. The --Hardisty Fitness & Leisure Centre from or call ahead (311) as the pools occasionally emphasis of the classes is to build awareness 1:15 to 2:45 p.m. on Sundays close for holidays, etc. that safely strengthens and balances your Yoga at Capilano musculature while delivering a better func- Community League Thank you TGP for your Community Support tioning body. Hatha Flow class - suitable for all levels We are sad to see TGP Gold Bar closed. community and school events, having com- Please consider joining Pearl Der in Janu- Thursday evenings 8:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Thank you TGP for all the support your pro- munity fund raisers and selling our com- ary 2019! For further information on sched- January 10 – February 28, 2019 (8 weeks) vided to our community league and schools munity league memberships. You will be ule or pricing, please visit www.movement- Price $100. Please visit www.yogawithday- over the years, from providing product to missed! journey.ca na.ca for more information and/or to register!
December 2018 www.communityleaguenews.com Southeast Voice 5 Capilano Playschool Thank you to Splash Capilano Community Rink Schedule Free Trial Class January 23 and Slide Supporters! The weather has made ice making diffi- – 6 p.m. Do you have a child who will be 3 or 4 cult this year. Once the ice is ready, the rink Friday: 4:30 p.m. – 9 p.m. this Fall? Playschool is a great way for is open to the community as listed below. Saturday and Sunday: 12 p.m. – 8 p.m. your child to socialize with other kids in the Times may vary depending on weather, ice With Mother Nature’s cooperation, we are community and enjoy a Learn through Play conditions, holidays and bookings, so please also planning on creating the small RECRE- program with our great teacher Ms. Shani! check the schedule in the club house for the ATIONAL ice rink beside the hall again, which We still have spots available! latest schedule. will always open for skating. We are looking If you think your little one might be ready Monday: 4:30 – 8:30 p.m. forward to another great season with family to start playschool now or next year, we are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday: 4:30 and friends down at the community rink! offering a free trial class Wednesday, Jan 23/19 from 6–6:30 p.m. and then starting registration with an Open House from 6:30 Thank you to everyone who helped make – 7:30 .p.m on the same night. Address: the Capilano Playschool 6th Annual “Splash Hardisty School (10534-62 St). and Slide” Fundraiser a huge success! We Happy Holidays! For more information, or to register, would especially like to thank Janelle Bick- please contact Marzena at 780-802-9307 or ford and Amy Cooper for their amazing ded- [email protected] ication and hard work.
City Councillor for Ward 8 [email protected] 780-496-8146
6 Southeast Voice www.communityleaguenews.com December 2018 9411 - 97 Avenue (780) 465 - 0306 Cloverdale cloverdalecommunity.com Cloverdale Community League Update COMMUNITY LEAGUE BOARD The Community League is heading into should be ready when the weather cooper- the winter season in vibrant and enthusiastic ates. President Reg [email protected] fashion. Over 100 Cloverdale friends and A number Cloverdale residents partici- Past-President Vacant [email protected] neighbours attended the Hallowe’en party pated in the city's feedback sessions on the on October 28th. Several social events in ‘Accidental Beach’. The 2018 season had Vice-President Lisa [email protected] December will provide more opportunities less impact on the neighbourhood than 2017. Secretary Liam [email protected] for gathering and connecting with our neigh- High water levels and smoke from the BC Treasurer Regan [email protected] bours. The Abundant Community Edmonton wildfires dampened attendance. However, Civics Director Tim [email protected] (ACE) Neighbourhood Connector organized we had a chance to test the mitigation mea- Folk Festival Liaison Director Sandy [email protected] a New Resident’s Reception in November. sures the city and Cloverdale put in place and The experience demonstrated that Clover- are prepared to meet the challenges that may Communications Director Caitlin [email protected] dale is a welcoming and inviting neighbour- present themselves in 2019. Social Director Bob [email protected] hood. We hope that we can repeat the experi- As you can see, the CCL has another full line Program Director Vacant [email protected] ment in the future. up of programmes and activities for all ages. Membership Karen [email protected] The volunteer rink crew has repaired the The Cloverdale Community League wish- boards and started flooding the rink.Mild es everyone a safe, healthy holiday season Casino Coordinators Bev and Shane [email protected] weather has delayed the rink opening, but we and best wishes to all in 2019. Edmonton Ski Club Liaison Chris [email protected] Cloverdale Community League Election Update Flood Mitigation Eric [email protected] On November 18 the Community League Danita Harty- Chairperson, Garden Club Danita Community Garden (CCGC) Chair held a special elections meeting to fill board The board of directors thank all past board [email protected] vacancies. Elected were: members for their dedication and participa- Seniors Karen [email protected] Lisa Neill - Vice President tion. We’re delighted to welcome the new LRT Citizens Committee Paul [email protected] Regan Schiller - Treasurer members to the team. We look forward to Gallagher Park Master Plan Paul [email protected] Tim Querengesser - Civics Director working together for a healthy, strong and vi- Abundant Community - Marilyn Neighbourhood Connectors [email protected] Leadership Opportunity Hall Rentals Janet [email protected] The Cloverdale Community League (CCL) and control, prepares and reviews policies has an opening on its board of directors for and procedures related to programmes. The Programs Registration Deadline January 10, 2019 Programme Director. This is a two-year, re- programme director works with the NRC, the Please register in advance at rentals@clo- Mat, runners, water bottle. Wear loose cloth- newable term that expires in September 2020. ACE-Cloverdale Neighbourhood Connector verdalecommunity.com. ing. The position is part of the Cloverdale Commu- to identify programme opportunities, suitable A minimum of 6 participants is required Art club with local artist Karen McFarlane nity League executive. The position enables programme leaders and coordinates schedul- for each program to run. 1:30 pm-4:30 pm. Work on a project of your Cloverdale residents to achieve healthy, bal- ing and administration with the CCL hall man- Free for community league members. choosing. anced lifestyles through recreational oppor- ager. If you’re interested in contributing your • Mondays: Ping pong Club: 7 pm - 9 pm. Bring your tunities, social activities and opportunities for skills, talent and ideas to benefit the children, Zumbinni: January 14-February 25 5:15 inside runners and enjoy ping pong. personal and community growth. The position youth and adults in Cloverdale, contact Reg at pm- 6:00 pm 6 weeks with Mariella certi- Games Club: 7 pm - 9 pm. Bring along has responsibilities for budget development
8 Southeast Voice www.communityleaguenews.com December 2018 6115 Fulton Road (780) 466 - 8140 Fulton Place fultonplace.org Community Contacts Fulton Place Community League Volunteer Appreciation Night PRESIDENT- MIKE [email protected] 780-886-7794 VP of League Affairs- Krystina [email protected] 780-906-5507 VP of Civic Affairs- Gavin [email protected] 780-504-1896 Treasurer- Jeff [email protected] October 13th marked the Fulton Resort. The night was capped by a ter place to live and play. One of the 780-289-0077 Place Community League Volunteer great band, RadioActive, playing most important events of the night Communications Director- Joshua Appreciation Night. Over 60 volun- only the best music of the 80’s. The was the recognizing of the time put teers and their guests got to rock out dance floor was shaking right to the in by a long-time volunteer, Sandra [email protected] at the awesome ‘80s themed party. end of the night. Rosychuk. Sandra was awarded the Facilities Director- Clayton The hall was decorated with Rubik’s A huge thanks goes to Karen Gilbert Award in honour of the 20- [email protected] Cubes, PacMan, 80’s movie posters, Gurba, the party planner who pulled plus years she has been involved in Sunshine Garden- Sherry My Little Pony toys, VHS cassettes together the epic night. And thank the community league, most recently and of course lots of vibrant fluores- you to our prize donors, Alberta Blue as sign-rental coordinator. We will [email protected] cent colours. Volunteers were treated Cross and Pine Ridge Golf Resort miss seeing Sandra at the 4-way stop Seniors Liason – Miles to a tasty catered meal and numerous for their contributions in recognizing with her little red wagon keeping our [email protected] door prizes including the grand prize the selfless time our volunteers put sign up to date! Thank you for all you Community Ice Rink- Shawn of a round of golf at Pine Ridge Golf in to make our communities a bet- have done Sandra. [email protected] Babysitting Registry- Ruth [email protected] Hall Rental Southeast Voice Submissions- The hall is a great place to hold discounts for Fulton Place commu- fultonplace.org or call the Hall family, social or business functions. nity league members. To book the at 780.466.8140 and leave a mes- Joshua [email protected] The rental rate is competitive, with hall please contact sherry-lynn@ sage.
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10 Southeast Voice www.communityleaguenews.com December 2018 McDougall United Church “In the Heart of the City”
Come Home To Christmas Sunday Services 10:30 a.m. Christmas Music Light In The Midst Of at Noon Darkness W Benefit Concerts The Longest Night F e O 12 noon – 1 p.m. A time of prayer, reflection, ul ff l Ha er: Wednesday, remembering, and solace in ir S December 5 a quiet space erv A Jazzy Christmas Thursday, December 20 – 2 p.m. an ice Frosty and Chapel/Lounge (please use south A d s His Snowmen, entrance 10086 Macdonald Dr.) est a.k.a A/B Trio he Christmas Music Service tics Wednesday, December 12 Sunday, December 23 – 10:30 a.m. A Celtic Christmas Christmas Eve Keri Lynn Zwicker, harp Candle Light Service Complimentary coffee by Starbucks, Monday, December 24 – 7:30 p.m. hot apple cider, Christmas treats – bring your lunch! New Year’s Eve Benefit Concert 7:30 – 10:30 p.m. The Benefit Concerts support A family night of folk music, the E4C School Lunch Program refreshments, kids activities. Admission free. Admission: donations to the Edmonton food Bank McDougall United Church 10025 – 101 St. & Macdonald Dr. Phone: 780-428-1818 www.mcdougallunited.com
December 2018 www.communityleaguenews.com Southeast Voice 11 4620 - 105 Avenue Gold Bar goldbarcl.com Mom and Me Casino Volunteers GF Christmas Party Gold Bar Winter Fitness Class Sunday, December 16, 2018 Green Shack Gold Bar Community Hall Come join us for free winter fun! There Focusing on cardio and strength with a 4620 105 Avenue special focus on pelvic floor health. All fit- will be games, crafts, sports, outdoor cooking 1:30pm-4:30pm and more. The program is targeted for chil- ness levels are welcome and everything can 3:00pm Juggling act be modified for special considerations. dren aged 6-12, but all children accompanied Gold Bar Community League seeks vol- GF snacks, crafts & glitter tattoos by an adult are welcome to attend. Location: Moms are welcome to come with babies unteers for their upcoming Casino Fund- 3:30 Santa visit and kids. Gold Bar Playground 4620 – 105 Avenue raiser on February 28 & March 1, 2019 at This event is free! Open to members of Gold Dates: December 1 – 22, 2018 Mondays and Thursdays Nov 5/8-dec Grand Villa Casino Edmonton. Volunteers Bar community league and members of the 17/20 (sans nov 12) 930-1030am. $60 Mon/ Days & Times: Mondays/Wednesdays will have the opportunity to get involved Celiac association. Order tickets via https://gf- 3:30 – 6 and Saturday 1 – 5. $70 thurs $130 both days with their community and also receive an ad- family-christmas-party.eventbrite.com/ Classes resume January 7/20- Feb 25/28 ditional benefit from the Community league. Bring membership cards (Celiac Associa- (sans Feb 18) $70 Mondays, $80 Thursdays If this is something you’ve never done don’t tion and Community League) as proof. Games Nights or $150 for both worry there are many different positons and Last Friday of every month the duties are clearly explained and we have Martial Arts Classes Refreshments and games provided. You’re Membership News hired personnel that walk you through the also welcome to bring your own games. Every Thursday at the hall Many of us are not serious gamers and just Show your membership card at Hardisty jobs. PLEASE SIGN UP AT http://signup. Youth/Family Class: 6-7 pm, ages 7 – 107 Pool on Sundays from 1:15- 2:45pm to par- com/go/dCrGRXK. Please click on the date. come to visit. Every other games night will be Adult Class: 7:00 – 8:00 pm, ages 13 + a potluck meal with an earlier start time. The ticipate in a community Swim. On the sec- Click the Spot for the job you prefer to work Kobudo Weapons Class: 8– 9 pm, ages 13 + ond Tuesday of every month, show your and then check the last column to see if the League will provide Beef on a Bun. Accom- Fee allows enrollment in all three classes. pany your children if they’re younger than 12. membership card at Blues Java Café to re- position is available. If you click on the Job Jamie Hanlon has been teaching for 30 ceive a FREE hot Beverage (coffee, tea, and title you will see a complete job description Jan 25: 6:00 – 10:00pm (pot-luck) years and holds a 5th degree black belt. Feb 22: 7:00 – 10:00pm hot chocolate) between the hours of 7- 11am. for the position. If you have any questions or Cost:1 person $90/3 months--2 people Please Remember Your Card. If you’re in- need assistance signing up, please don’t hesi- $165/3 months--3 people $225/3 months terested in helping out your community by tate to contact our Casino Director at bella. Family of four + $300/3 months Gold Bar Preschool selling memberships, we have short and long [email protected]. Please put in the subject Community league membership: $20 Fam- Gold bar preschool still has room for a few routes available. You can purchase member- line of your email, “GB 2019 Casino Please ily/Adult, $5 Senior. Ryukyu Karatedo Kobu- more 3-4 year olds. This class has lots of art, ships at Blues Java Café or Call Amy Coo- note: Gold Bar is working on transportation do Kenkyaukai Alberta Society membership outdoor and ravine exploring and learning per 780- 668-6836. Adults/Family $20 and to and from the event for their volunteers so $20/year. Last class for 2018 is December 20. through play. 2 or 3 days a week. Contact seniors $5. Thank you to Gold bar TGP and no expense will be incurred for individuals. Classes will resume Jan 10. Fees will be pro- Carley for more information or to register Blues Java Café for supporting. Details will follow. rated depending on when you start. [email protected] Workshops and Programs for Parenting Celebrating To register for all programs and/or Workshops please contact Jessica Mantel at 40 Years 780-667-4383 or [email protected] of home comfort service 5803 Roper Road, Edmonton • Messy Play is Fun Play • Goodbye Bedtime Battles - Mondays Location: Fulton Child Care Association 9:30 10:30am 10310-56st (West Doors) Thursday January 17, 2019 6:15 – 8:30pm 40th Anniversary Installation Special - Fulton Place Register for workshop and to arrange child- Community care with Jessica at [email protected] League Bedtimes can be a struggle for your child 6115 Fulton Rd and family. Come to this free introductory Free humidifier or - January 7 – February 11, 2019 workshop to help make bedtimes more peaceful. The workshop is for parents of no payments for 12 months • Infants Can Talk with Their Hands children 6 months to 5 years of age. Sign language program on any furnace replacement - Tuesdays from 9:15 -9:45am - Fulton Place Community LOCALLY OWNED League 6115 Fulton Road Call 780-463-3096 or - January 8 - 29, 2019 visit wjheats.com for a - February 12 – March 5, 2019 Join other parents and the pediatric Occu- pational Therapist (OT) to learn more about FREE, no obligation • Baby and Me Yoga the many different factors that influence estimate. - Wednesdays from 2:00 -3:00pm a child’s sleep routine, environment, and - Fulton Place Community League positive sleep-time associations. Discover 6115 Fulton Road how to begin and continue healthy sleep habits. Choose which first step strategies - January 9-February 27, 2019 best fit your child and family. 780-463-3096 wjheats.com
12 Southeast Voice www.communityleaguenews.com December 2018 December 2018 www.communityleaguenews.com Southeast Voice 13 9411 Holyrood Road (780)www.holyroodcommunity.org 465 - 1577 holyroodleague.orgTwitter: @HolyroodCL Holyrood Facebook: Holyrood Community League Bus Network Redesign Holyrood Community League Contacts The City of Edmonton recently announced high-frequency (10-15min) route F7 which plans to redesign the bus network. The big- also continues to West Edmonton Mall. President Wendy [email protected] gest impacts to Holyrood are around reduced SE19 also stops at 75 Street and 90 Avenue, Vice President VACANT [email protected] frequencies and formerly direct routes now just southeast of Holyrood. It has a 30 min- requiring connections; otherwise coverage ute frequency, operating from 5:30 AM to Treasurer Claire [email protected] is mostly unchanged. Here’s how specific 10:00 PM. Secretary Alison [email protected] routes will change: Route 322 appears to be unaffected, be- Route 85 is disappearing. We have provid- coming route A322 Programs VACANT [email protected] ed feedback that if ETS is no longer serving A new Peak-Hour Express route P2 is 98 Ave, that it should partner with Strathcona added, running between The Meadows and Sports & Fitness Sheryl [email protected] County Transit to make stops on their routes MacEwan University. It stops just outside the Memberships Jessica [email protected] that run here LDS church on Connors Road, running on a Route 112 is replaced with route SE1, 10-15 minute frequency. Facilities & Grounds Andrew [email protected] which will run between Capilano Transit Route 1 remains mostly unchanged, be- Communications VACANT communications@holyroodcommunity. Centre and Davies Valley Line LRT station coming route F3. It has a 15-minute frequen- org via 112 Ave, the Strathearn Valley Line LRT cy from 5:00 AM to 10 PM, and a 20-minute Stop, the French Quarter, Ritchie & Ha- frequency from 10:00 PM to Midnight. Social VACANT [email protected] zeldean. It has a 20 minute frequency during More details can be found online at Civics Dave [email protected] peak hours and a 30 minute frequency other- https://www.edmonton.ca/projects_plans/ wise, operating from 5:30 AM to Midnight. transit/bus-network-redesign.aspx. You Holyrood Development Jaime [email protected] Route 94 is replaced with route SE19, can also explore an interactive map of Committee which will run between Capilano and Bon- the new routes at https://platform.remix. nie Doon. It no longer continues to Univer- com/map/0ce51b5?latlng=53.53199,- Community Garden Justine [email protected] sity; the University connection provided by 113.45242,z15. Rink Randall [email protected] Programs Soccer Jared [email protected] Volunteers Needed! Free Community Swim We are still looking to fill some crucial roles Playschool Jessica [email protected] Your current community membership al- on our board! Email president@holyroodcom- lows you FREE access to Hardisty Leisure munity.org if any of these positions interest you, Playgroup Jessica [email protected] Centre and Commonwealth Rec Centre. Don’t or if you would to volunteer in another way. Casino VACANT [email protected] forget to pack your membership card! Communications Director -Hardisty Leisure Centre: Sun., 1:15 -2:45 pm Holyrood’s Communications Director oversees Website: www.holyroodcommunity.org Twitter: @HolyroodCL -Commonwealth Community Recreation Cen- the league’s vital communication initiatives, in- Facebook: Holyrood Community League tre: Sat., 5:00 - 7:00 pm cluding our website, social media, e-newsletter, Complimentary memberships are available for newcomers to Holyrood. Contact Ruth’s Yoga: Join us for yoga on Tuesday corner sign and monthly contribution to the our Membership Director at [email protected]. Purchase nights. The class is designed for all abilities. Southeast Voice household newspaper. Additional support in these duties may be memberships at SEESA (9350-82 St), through efcl.org/membership/, at Servus 7:00 - 8:15 pm; Holyrood Community League provided by community volunteers, so a large For more information, or to register call Credit Union locations, or at most Holyrood Community League events. part of the Director role is to keep informed of Ruth at 780-237-6730 or email ruthe.sjo- league initiatives and then delegate the com- Plan. Its highlights include: HDC Updates [email protected]. munications duties accordingly. • Single building, 12 units, 2 ground units Drop-in Playgroup Programs Director Connect Bonnie Doon facing 95 Ave •Maximum 16m height •1 bi- Parents, guardians, and caregivers are wel- Oversees the league’s regular programs includ- Connect Bonnie Doon held their final public cycle parking spot per unit (in secure facility) come to drop in and socialize while their little ing Play School, Playgroup and Green Shack., open house on October 17; the plan as shown HDC reviewed the plan and has reached out ones (0-6 years) play. This FREE program and organizes new programs (e.g. Learn to includes: with questions and suggestions, including a is a great way to meet other neighbourhood Paint, Babysitting Course, Brewing Probiotic Up to 17 towers from 12 to 40 stories (28- push for at least one more family-friendly families! Thursdays, 9:00 - 11:00 am Holy- Beverages) according to community interest. 126m), and some shorter mid-rise buildings unit. Otherwise, it looks as a decent design, rood Community League Social Director Up to 4030 residential units (325du/h) - sensitive to neighbours, and well-scaled. The Contact Jessica at playgroup@holyrood- Have you noticed that Holyrood seems a little originally the developer proposed up to 6000 proposal heads to Public Hearing on Dec.10. community.org for additional information. “flat” in the social department lately? residential units; the design has evolved to Corner Development at 79 St & 94 Ave We need a board member to chair our Social include more office space and less residential On Nov. 5, an application to rezone the single Rink Update Committee, which plans all the fun stuff for the •17% open space • 140,000m² (1.5M sqft) family dwelling on the corner of 94 Ave and Our rink rebuild is moving along at a great league - parties, barbecues, dances, pub nights, space for non-residential uses • Public amenity 79 St from RF1 to RF3 multi family housing pace. By the time this issue is printed we pancake breakfasts, game nights, craft sales, contributions estimated at over $27M • 2.5% was approved by Council. The application should have our boards up and hopefully ice you name it. This position is a great opportunity family-oriented dwellings • 1.25% 3-bedroom was not listed on the city's website, and the started or very shortly after. We are anticipat- to have some fun, make new friends and build units community league did not receive advance ing ice being ready late December. An open- community in Holyrood. The planned build out is 20-30 years, and notice. The sign advertising the redevelop- ing date will be posted on our 95 Ave Our board meets monthly, with 3-5 hour/week more information can be found at http://con- ment was to face 94 Ave rather than being community of work outside of board meetings. We offer nectbonniedoon.com/. Edmonton Design placed on the corner of 79 St and 94 Ave. sign once orientation for new board members (including Committee conducted a formal review on An HDC member happened to be reviewing we have one. Google/G Suite) and a supportive environment of mentorship. In addition to their specific du- Nov. 20, and the proposal is being reviewed Public Hearing Agendas when the notice was In the mean- ties, all board members are part of the team by City Planning. HDC’s next step will be found. Although we have no major issues with time, we ask that people that sets the vision for the league. At our 10 to review the proposed DC2 and submit the application we felt a proper procedure to keep out of monthly board meetings and annual planning feedback. The proposal will likely go to inform the public was lacking. We sent emails the fenced session, we are all involved in discussing mat- Public Hearing late January or February. to the planner, head of planning and Council- area for their own safety. ters of policy, finance, programs, personnel and Urbis Developments Proposal - 8302 95 Ave lor Ben Henderson to outline the notification We are also looking for rink attendants for the advocacy. Visit www.holyroodcommunity.org HDC has received a draft DC2 from Pario- issues hoping this does not happen again. season. Anyone 15 and older can apply. Email for detailed descriptions. [email protected] to apply, or for any other information regarding our rink. 14 Southeast Voice www.communityleaguenews.com December 2018 8631 - 81 Street NW (780) 466 - 7383 Idylwylde idylwylde.org Pilates Idylwylde Community League Contacts Classes are FREE for ICL mem- bers. Make sure to show your card President Kate [email protected] to the instructor when you arrive. Vice President David [email protected] Membership cards should be pur- chased ahead of time from Michelle Treasurer Monique [email protected] or efcl.org, we may have a few kick- Secretary Corrina [email protected] ing around for purchase at classes. Pilates Mat Class – Mondays Casino/SECLA Bridget [email protected] Instructor: Kelly Bray Mondays: 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm Civics Lee [email protected] Start date: December 10, 2018 Programming Kamila [email protected] End date: February 4, 2019 Pilates is a system of controlled Membership Michelle [email protected] exercises that engage the mind and Garden Epiphany [email protected] condition the whole body. The blend of strength and flexibility training Facilities Stuart [email protected] improves posture, reduces stress and creates long, lean muscles without Social Mick [email protected] bulking up. Kelly Bray is a certi- Publicity Rachel [email protected] fied Pilates instructor and has many years of teaching experience. All -Purchase your 18/19 membership online at efcl.org! that is required of you is to show up -To contact us, please do so by email or by leaving a message at 780 466 7383. with a yoga mat to enjoy the Pilates -Like and follow us for the most up to date news. Search “Idylwylde Community experience. League” on Facebook and @IdylwyldeCL on Twitter. -Also make sure to visit us at www.idylwylde.org and sign up for our monthly e- Free Drop-In Learn to Skate newsletter. Learn the skills to become active on the approved helmet are required to participate. ice. Our program is designed around basic Programs will cancel at -23°C with wind Little Free Library skills, movement, participation and fun! chill, or if the ice is closed by the facility. Idylwylde Park Update You can expect skills for speed, agility, and For more information, please visit www. Cold weather keeping control. All of which will give you the skills edmonton.ca/dropincommunityprograms You may have noticed the construction you inside? Talk a quick for other types of skating. or call 311. around the hall the past couple of months. stroll and visit our Lit- This free program is targeted for children Learn to skate will run January 7th – Feb- We are happy to report that the renovations tle Free Library over at (ages 6-12) and their families, however, all ruary 17th, Tuesdays from 4:30 – 7:30 PM are almost complete! Not only have we seen 7932 83 Avenue, and are welcome to attend! Skates and a CSA for 6 weeks. a complete overhaul of the park space, but come a grab an excit- we have been able to replace the aging side- ing book from the col- walks around the hall as well as retrofit all of lection, or drop off one of our exterior lighting to LED fixtures. Com- your favorites that you think pletion has been delayed until the spring due someone else may enjoy! Then hurry home, to weather, but we are very excited to unveil stay warm, and get buried in a new favorite! our new park, along with the Dermott Park upgrades in the spring! Monthly Meetings Ol’ Fashioned Our board meets the second Tuesday of Sunday Fun Day!! the month, at 7pm (though we sometimes Enjoy an afternoon of free winter activities take a break around new years and during for the whole family with hockey on the rink the summer). Come out and hear what’s go- (bring your sticks), a fire pit with s’mores, ing on in your community around the round skating, jam can curling, winterscaping and table, where everyone has a voice! more! We will also have some winter crafts and hot chocolate inside for when you want to Hall Rentals warm up. We are looking for a community minded Sunday, January 13, 2019 volunteer rental coordinator to look after all 1:30 to 3:30 pm at the Hall (8631 81 Street) Podiatric foot care! things rental. What we do is pretty special, in that we offer reduced rates to people who Community League Swim 780-466-5290 live within Idylwylde, so you can host a Bring your ICL membership card to get in larger than life function, right in your neigh- Dr. Jeannette Furtak, DPM FREE at these locations and times: borhood. If this sounds like something you Commonwealth Community Recreation #302 Capilano Centre could help with, get in touch with Kate. Centre (11000 Stadium Road) 9945 – 50 Street Saturdays: 5:00pm - 7:00pm Start Date: September 8, 2018 * Nails, callous, heel pain, toe problems Cheery Tomato End Date: August 31, 2019 Community Garden Hardisty Leisure Centre (10535 65 Street) * Custom-made foot orthotics Please Contact us at gardenidylwylde@ Sundays: 1:15 pm - 2:45 pm * Diabetic foot care gmail.com if you would like to join our awe- Starts Date: September 9, 2018 * Appointments Mon - Sat some gardening crew for the next growing End Date: June 23, 2019 season! www.greenwayspodiatric.ca December 2018 www.communityleaguenews.com Southeast Voice 15 7104 - 87 Avenue (780) 469 - 1711 Kenilworth kenilworthcommunity.com Senior’s Lunch & Laugh Scrapbooking CONTACT US! Hall Rental Rates Enjoy an awesome lunch, fellowship Cardmaking Garage Sale will be held at General inquiries & Publicity Requests Kenilworth Community League has a with Kenilworth neighbours, share stories, Kenilworth Hall, 7104-87 Avenue, on Sat- (SEV & Website): publicity@kenilworth- beautiful facility. We hope you will con- play games, and have fun! urday, March 9 at 9:30 to 1:00 p.m. Great community.com sider Kenilworth Hall for your special Mark your calendars for January 9, 2019 bargains for you for your next projects! Hall Rental requests: rentals@ke- events. Photos are available on our website 12 - 1:30PM At Kenilworth Community nilworthcommunity.com www.kenilworthcommunity.com Hall 7104 87 Ave VOLUNTEER - Keep Current on our website www.ke- $5 Lunch + FREE dessert and coffee nilworthcommunity.com and on Facebook! KCL Hall Rental Rates: (Seating 160) Confirm your attendance with Cathy 780- OPPORTUNITIES -Next Executive Meeting, Monday, Janu- Members Non-Members 433-5377 Many opportunities are available: Soccer ary 14th @7pm Weekend (Fri.pm – Sun.pm) Director, Adult Programs, Children’s Pro- -Southeast Voice Newsletter Deadlines $450.00 $550.00 Bingo Volunteers Needed Submissions for the February 2019 issue grams, Capital Projects, Bingo Alternate, Day Rate $300.00 $385.00 Bingos generate an important portion Neighbourhood Watch. of the Southeast Voice is due Thursday, Jan- Damage Deposit of the Community League’s revenue each We offer a yearly Executive Incentive uary 17th, 2018. Send all announcements year. KCL bingos are held at Parkway of $225 to be used for programs or sports to [email protected]. $250/day rate $550/day rate Bingo Hall, 8775 - 51 Avenue. We really and a complimentary Community League $450/weekend $550/weekend need your help to support Kenilworth and Membership. This is a great way to meet *Third party insurance is now required the community programs. Without this rev- community residents and contribute to your Toddler Time for ALL hall rentals. Please ask the Rental enue we would have to cancel programs or community. Parents and caregivers - join us for Tod- Manager for more details. charge for them. Please call Ian @ 780-717-3578 for more dler Time Monday mornings, starting Sep- To book the hall, email is preferred, rent- Next Bingos: info on how you can make a difference in tember 10th, 2018, from 10-11:30. Free [email protected]. If email December 22, 2018, Saturday, your community. drop-in play time/socialization for children is unavailable, leave a message for Al @ 10:30am - 3:30pm 0-5yrs. This program started back up in 780-469-1711. January 5, 2019, Saturday, Kenilworth Playschool 2015 with a laid back atmosphere of un- 10:30am - 3:30pm structured play. It is run by volunteers and Kenilworth Ice Path February 9, 2019, Saturday, Kenilworth Playschool is a non-profit, facilitated by a mom with a background in 4:30pm - 11:30pm parent co-operative playschool for 3 and child language development and children’s Call to action for all community mem- February 26, 2019, Tuesday, 4-year old children. We meet on Tuesday mental health. Opportunities for new vol- bers! 4:30pm - 11:30pm and Thursday mornings at the Kenilworth unteers to help with facilitation and orga- We have almost reached our financial March 14, 2019, Thursday, Community Hall. We have a bright, clean nizing structured activities. Coffee and tea goal to be able to have our super popular 4:30pm - 11:30pm facility with a large play area and kitchen. provided. Contact Angela with questions: ICE PATH again this year but we need your See website http://www.kenilworthcom- We are proud to provide children with posi- [email protected] help! munity.com/bingo/for more dates in 2019 tive interactions with peers, daily theme The ice path costs the community league If you would like to put your name down based lessons, fun field trips, science ex- over $20000 every single year to create and for any bingos, please call Julia at 780-476- periments, cooking in our kitchen, park Change is a Choice maintain for the winter months. We have 2992. Please request your dates two weeks or gym time, games, books, songs and so gotten some generous contributions from prior to the bingo date. This will give us time much more. Our goal is to give your child An interactive evening of dialogue about neighboring communities and businesses to fill the bingo if spaces are still available. a fun and positive experience that will pre- creating awareness. Learn to become aware but we are still a few thousand dollars short pare them for Kindergarten. of our self-talk and notice what we focus of our goal. COME JOIN US! We are currently accepting registrations on, so we can make new choices, unlearn Here’s where you come in! As a commu- for January 2019. For more information old habits and retrain ourselves in powerful nity league member you and your family re- Strength/Cardio class or to register your child, please contact new ways. ceive free access to the path all winter long! Thursdays @ 6pm, New sessions start Becky at 780-760-3208 or by email becky- The Gift of Change – there is an oppor- If you have used and love the ice path in the every 6 weeks. [email protected]. tunity for you to go in a positive direction, past please consider making a donation to This class strengthens and tones by make improvements to yourself, release old this awesome project. If every community working the entire body in a fun and en- negative habits and ways of thinking. We member helped with as little as 20$ we will ergetic atmosphere! Whether you are new Memberships will end the evening with a meditation done reach our goal, and if you can share more to your fitness journey or an avid exerciser, Have a New Neighbor? Are You New to by Rebecca Hung. please do! Every little bit helps. this class will challenge you physically, Kenilworth? When: Monday, February 4, 2019 from As well, if you know of or own a busi- while increasing your self-confidence. We would like the opportunity to wel- 7 – 9 p.m. ness in the neighbourhood please ask about Come join us for a fun, effective and come all newcomers into the neighbor- Where:Kenilworth Community League, our advertising opportunities at the ice rink. sweaty class :) hood. If you know of any recent arrivals, Cost: No Charge All of these funds will go to pay for the ice Every week it’s a little different so you or if you are one yourself, please call Re- Please pre-register by calling Betty at path! don’t get bored. becca @ 780-982-5885. We will deliver a 780-468-2942 or emailing wedman.in- You can email president@kenilworth- We run 6 week sessions for $75. Drop- free Community League membership along [email protected] by Monday,January community.com to arrange for pick up or ins are also welcome for $15. Cash or with information about all the activities this 28, 2019. drop off of your donation. Charitable re- Cheque accepted. Cheques are to be made League offers. Betty Wedman is a Certified Life Coach ceipts are available upon request. out to Kenilworth Community League. Don’t have your 2018/2019 membership in the area of Health & Wellness and has Thank you in advance for supporting Please email Kathi at totalbalanceper- yet? Memberships are $20 and $15 for In- taken training in Cognitive Behaviour as your community league and our programs [email protected] to register. dividuals and Seniors. well as Applied Suicide Intervention Skills in whatever way you can! Memberships are also available at the Training. She has over 8 years experience Sincerely, KCL Babysitting Registry Sport Shack, 8170 – 50 St, and at Ottewell and has spoken at schools, community If you have completed a Red Cross or TGP (receive a $5.00 TGP in-store coupon groups, churches and conferences. City of Edmonton babysitting course, you with membership purchase). Rebecca Hung is a Lifestyle Meditation Adult Badminton can list your name on the Kenilworth baby- Servus Credit Unions will also carry certified instructor and teaches yin, restor- Contact the Kenilworth Badminton Club: sitting registry. Call Sheri at 780-616-0417 community league memberships, however ative, hatha yoga and reiki. She has been a Andy Caine (780-474-2869) acaine@telus- to register your name or if you are looking there is an additional $5 service charge. holistic health practitioner and a member of planet.net, Ray Rideout at 780-466-0072 or for a babysitter in the area for evenings or Need one RIGHT NOW! Go to www.efcl. the National Health Practitioners of Canada Liz Thomas at 780-465-5188. weekends. org and purchase one online! for over ten years. 16 Southeast Voice www.communityleaguenews.com December 2018 5920 - 93A Avenue (780) 469 - 0093 Ottewell ottewell.org Season's Greetings Seniors’ Morning Out at Ottewell Hall Executive & from Ottewell Board Members Community League! Executive: President – Corinne Vice President – Bri Secretary – Sandra L Treasurer - Cindy Board Members: Bingo Director – Kyla Casino – Vacant Hall Manager– Tim All Seniors are welcome! Grants – OPEN History of Ottewell Committee - It’s time for carols and some snow,also it (Looking for more members of this is the time for being on the go… Committee) So take a moment here and there to show Indoor & Outdoor Soccer Director those most special that you care. Take de- – Tena light in all the fun, spread warm wishes to All Seniors are welcome! Morning Out. Summer Playground Director – everyone. Enjoy the season while it’s here We are inviting our Ottewell seniors to Next Morning Out dates are... Colleen for its memories will last throughout the get together at the Hall (9520 – 93A Ave.) Dec 11 - 10 AM to 11:30 AM Social Team – Bri & Colleen year. the 2nd Tuesday of the each month. Come NOTE: We will be discontinuing this af- Playschool Rep - Tyler Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! and enjoy a time of conversation and getting ter December and will see if there is enough Rink Chair – Cory to know each other better at our Seniors’ interest in the spring to bring it back. Maintenance – Frank Membership Director – Russ ZUMBA Communications– Sandra C Come out get your Zumba on for ten Free Community Swim & Gym for League Members Website– Tim weeks of 1-hour sessions. This fun ener- Access to any of the recreation centers are check out the city website... https://www. EFCL Rep – Corinne getic class will help you feel good and get for the entire facility. So if you do not want edmonton.ca/activities_parks_recreation/ All Positions are volunteer posi- some grove on! OR… come to our NEW to go swimming, you could go work out or outdoor-pools.aspx tions. Please send all inquiries via Afternoon Zumba Class, great for the be- do any of the drop-in activities there. Saturdays, 5-7 PM at Commonwealth Fit- email to: [email protected] or ginner! The outdoor pools will be opening soon! ness Centre. call: 780-469-0093 (leave a message Mondays, January 14 - March 18, Community League members have access Sundays, 1:15-2:45 PM at Hardisty Fit- and someone will return your call) 12:45 - 1:45 PM and again at 7:00– 8:00 to all outdoor swimming pools for FREE! ness Centre Ottewell Community League PM 5920 – 93a Ave. NW OCL Members fee $100 and Non-Mem- Edmonton, AB T6B 0X2 bers $120 (we accept, Credit/Debit Cards Ottewell Hosts Crime Rent The Ottewell Hall and Cash). Drop-in fee is $15 per class. Prevention Session Please contact Emilio.Zumba@shaw. On Oct. 9, OCL hosted a Baby! Baby! Baby! ca to pre-register. If we are not able to get a Crime Prevention Infor- Need a night out OR have a special event minimum of 15 participants, we will not be mation Session. A special and need a babysitter? Maybe you just want to able to host this program. thank you to Cst. Castillo do some shopping alone. Contact Ottewell’s and Cst. Fonteyne from Babysitting Registry where we can send you the Edmonton Police Ser- a list of local babysitters to choose from. You vice for the interesting and will meet and interview with the babysitters informative presentation. If you missed the This well-maintained 1900 sq ft beautiful that work for you and your family. We have session, check out ottewell.org or our Face- hall accommodates up to 120 seated guests many amazing babysitters to choose from. To book page in the coming weeks, we will and is perfect for wedding banquets, parties, book a babysitter, or if you would like to help be posting information from the session. family gatherings, board meetings and com- out with the babysitting registry, please contact Thank you also to Anvil Coffee House for munity functions. [email protected]. Babysitters, if you providing us with delicious coffee. Mention that you saw our ad in the South- would like to add your name to our list send east Voice and we’ll give you a discount on your name, contact information and qualifica- your next rental of the hall. tions to [email protected]. OCL Rink Opening Date For details regarding renting our hall, go to.... Ottewell.org/hall-rental.See our avail- OCL Board Meetings The projected rink opening date is ????? ability calendar, fill out our rental form, or Please consider lending a hand in keeping Our Winter Weather is not the ideal tem- call: Tim at 780-908-5249. Ottewell Community League VIBRANT perature for ice! Please watch our Website and ALIVE! OCL meetings of the Board, and Facebook Page for updates. and its members, are held every 3rd Tues- OCL Rink Attendants Needed! Volun- Ottewell Community day of the month, unless otherwise post- teers are needed to supervise the rink shack League Playschool ed. COME and JOIN in! Find out what’s for this upcoming season. Give back to the Ottewell Community The playschool is still accepting registra- happening in YOUR Community. We’re community while having fun on the ice. tions for 2018/2019 school year, although always looking for your feedback, sugges- League Social Media Please email [email protected] for there is limited space available. tions and input. We need more dedicated Follow us on www.Facebook.com/ more information. For information about the playschool people to keep our community one of the OttewellCommunityLeague or email Please watch SEV, our Facebook events please contact Kirsten or Tyler at: kirstenty- best, safest and enjoyable community [email protected] and let us know page as well as our OTTEWELL.ORG web [email protected] or find us on Face- leagues in Edmonton! Next board meeting if you are having an event that we can share site for the actual rink opening date and vol- book at: facebook.com/ottewellplayschool. on Jan 15th, 2019 at 6:30 p.m. sharp! for you on our social media! unteer supervisor’s information. December 2018 www.communityleaguenews.com Southeast Voice 17 Ottewell Eye Care and Dr. Greg Hahn welcomes Dr. Natalie Chai to our practice.
Dr. Chai special interests are:
• Dry Eye Sydrome
• Ortho Keratology/Myopia Control
• Specialty Contact Lenses
• Care of children’s vision
• Ocular Disease
Call for an appointment 780-758-0099 ottewelleyecare.ca
Looking for that hard to buy person we can provide you a 6126-90 Ave (Ottewell Plaza) gift certificate for sunglasses, contact lenses or eyeglasses. 780-758-0099
18 Southeast Voice www.communityleaguenews.com December 2018 95118777 - - 90 96 St Avenue (780) 461 - 9268 Strathearn strathearncommunityleague.org Harvest Dinner Board Members Names and Emails September 30th saw the Strathearn Com- performances by Dave von Bieker, Siobhan munity Hall hosting the first annual -Har McKenzie-Uhuad, and Seonidh McKenzie- President [email protected] vest Dinner featuring veggies grown in the Uhuad. Vice President [email protected] newly created Strathearn Community gar- Strathearn’s new community hall was filled Treasurer [email protected] den, live music, and a flower with the smells of roasting veg- giveaway for guests. gies, turkey, and pies while the Secretary [email protected] After a busy spring and sum- hall itself was decorated in a re- Membership [email protected] mer of planning, building, and galia of cozy fall items, festive growing the new Strathearn food, and fall chrysanthemum Building & Grounds [email protected] Community Garden, the gar- flowers. These potted chrysan- Social Director [email protected] den members and Strathearn themum flowers were offered Communications [email protected] Community League celebrated up to guests to take home as a their success with a potluck small gift from the community Programs [email protected] Harvest Dinner featuring live garden and community league Hall Rental Coordinator [email protected] music, conversation, and deli- to spread fall cheer and colour cious food. Members of the throughout the neighbourhood. Member at Large [email protected] community garden prepared a This first annual Harvest Member at Large [email protected] spread of dishes with fresh local Dinner provided an opportu- Member at Large [email protected] produce grown just steps away nity for gardeners and com- in the garden itself. These dishes were supple- munity members to celebrate the success of This community league wouldn’t run without the commitment of the volunteers mented with roast turkey and drinks supplied the first garden season enjoying the fruits of below. If you have any comments or suggestions then please contact them here through a Community Investment grant from their labour. With amazing food, great mu- the City of Edmonton. Open to all community sic, and good company, the evening was a members, both gardeners and residents, over memorable event to cap off the first year for Next series of programs at SCL! 40 people enjoyed the meal and live musical the Strathearn Community Garden. (Registration by email at erin@strat- hearncommunityleague.org) Hula Hoop with Dagny: Ice Rink Call for volunteers 3 week mini-series in December (5, 12, What better way to be involved in the doesn’t run itself. & 19). community and to shake off those winter We’re looking for volunteers to help flood $50 (for members) blues than to come for a skate at the com- the ice and get the rink up and running as $60 (non-members) munity hall once in a while? The rink was winter sets in. $25 (drop in) down last winter due to pesky hall construc- If this is something you’re interested in help- Tricks, Transitions, and Flow mini- tion, but this season it’s back with new lights ing with, please contact grounds@strathearn- series 6:30-8 and a brand new skate change area too! communityleague.org, Scott will be able to A bit of everything! In this class we will But, our iconic community ice rink provide more details when he has some names. explore various interesting ways to transi- tion between on and off body hooping or you want to clean up your twin game, this New Hall Fundraising different moves. We’ll also dive into our is a great class for you. We will be going Please consider giving what you can to STRATHEARN BUILDING SOCIETY: own practice and see where we can open through drills and exercises to get you more the Strathearn Building Society to help us Mail a cheque made out to the Strathearn up a more uninhibited flow by combining comfortable spinning two hoops, as well complete this important project for the com- Building Society to: our own moves we haven’t thought to blend as finding accessible twin hoop moves by munity. Small donations and large dona- Strathearn Community League before and discovering transitions between building on what you already know from tions are all important as we move towards P.O. Box 68064/162 Bonnie Doon Mall/ them. And with a sprinkle of new tricks your single hoop practice. Not only will our goal. So please do good things by giv- Edmonton/ AB T6C 4N6 along the way, we’ll add a little extra fla- you be well on your way to being a daz- ing what you are able. Or contact treasurer@strathearncommu- vour to our hoopdance. This class is suitable zling doubles hooper, but you will even To make a tax-deductible donation to the nityleague.org to make a donation. for someone who has completed a beginner see progress in your single hoop flow after class or has some experience hooping. improving your coordination and increas- Yoga with Nicole Taste of Twins mini-series 8-9:30 ing your non-dominant hand and direction 12 week session starting Monday, Janu- $80 (non-community league members) If you want to start playing with twin skills in this class. No prior twins experi- ary 14th from 8:30-9:30 pm. $15 (drop in) hoops and don’t know where to begin, if ence required! Register early as class size $120 (community league member) If you have never participated in a Barre you have just started exploring twins, or if is limited. $144 (non community league member) class, they are so much fun! Less impact than $15 (drop in) a boot camp and all the rage now. Barre infus- Celebrate New Years in Strathearn Practice and all is coming - Patthabi Jois es elements of dance, and ballet, to achieve Strathearn Community League presents This yoga class is a gentle flow class. We beautiful healthy bodies, while improving our 11th annual Hayrides and Hot Choco- will focus on connecting our breath with postural balance, flexibility, coordination and lates 12 - 4pm, Tues. Jan. 1, 2019. Skating, movement and exploring our physical be- grace. It strengthens, lengthens, and chisels chilli, marshmallow roasting, music and of ing in its entirety. The posture sequence the body, and each class features an elegant course hot chocolate and hay rides will be on will change slightly every week, depending yet energetic combination of movements that offer for one and all. Join your neighbours, on the needs of the students. This class is improve balance, and challenge the core. make some new friends and celebrate the suitable for all levels of practitioners, who You will sweat and have fun at the same time. New Year in grand community style. This are looking for balance, strength, flexibility, What have you got to lose… try it? Come out will be the first Hayrides and Hot Choco- and overall well being. For any questions, and join Kim Ashley who is AFLCA fitness lates in our new community hall so if you please email [email protected] leader and Barre Certified and will guide you haven’t had a chance to check out your new through the best work out to be the best you! building this would be a great time to learn Barre Class with Kim Bring your yoga mat or Pilates mat and your about all the new programming on offer 8-week session starting January 5th from water bottle. Bring your 2lb weights if you from your Strathearn Community League. 9:30-10:30 have them. $70 (community league members) December 2018 www.communityleaguenews.com Southeast Voice 19 Call The Dunham Team Today 780-466-0418 (Office)
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