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SPRINGBANK HILL SCENE OCTOBER 2013 Also serving Montreux Happy Thanksgiving!Halloween Safety Calgary Connection THESPRINGBANK BEARSPAW HILL BEAT SCENE SEPTEMBEROCTOBER 2013 2012 3 SPRINGBANK HILL SCENE In Our Community Also serving Montreux Springbank Hill Community Association Springbank Hill Land Use www.springbankhill.org 403-519-0746 • [email protected] There was approval of a consolidation Council approves, the new bylaw will 7541 – 26 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T3H 3X2 of land and closed road plan. The City be passed after it is read three times. agreed to own a parcel of land along Anne Burke Elected Officials the south side of a linear park, if the Alderman: Richard Pootmans, land use is re-designated to that of the 403-268-2430, [email protected] adjoining park. The remnant of land is MLA: Ken Hughes, 403-216-5439, about 1.2 metres wide and 495 metres [email protected] long. The proposal is in keeping with MP: Rob Anders, 403-292-6666, the Springbank Hill Area Structure [email protected] Plan. Suburban Journals Publishing Calgary Planning Commission unani- Editor & Article Submissions: mously supported the re-designation of [email protected] land at 7880 Lower Springbank Road Submission deadlines for this monthly publication are the SW from Residential‒1 to Special Pur- 10th of the month, prior to the distribution month. pose—Community Service District. If Advertising Sales: Pam: 403-880-1819, [email protected] The ad booking deadline is the 14th of the month prior to the distribution month. East Paskapoo Slopes Committee This publication is published 12 times a year by Suburban Journals Publishing and delivered to residents by Canada City Council asked to reactivate the of the concerns about drainage is the Post. This publication is also available for pickup from local retail outlets. East Paskapoo Slopes Joint Advisory Cougar Ridge Sewer Line. Please note: The information and opinions in this newslet- Committee, after approval of a contro- ter are subject to change, and do not necessarily represent Although the terms of reference may the opinions of the publisher or editor. Content contained versial plan to develop single family in this publication may not be reproduced without the change, the original members are: written consent of Suburban Journals Publishing. The homes. The Slopes are home to mam- information herein is believed accurate but not warranted • Landowners within the East Paskapoo so. Any advertisements, home businesses, mal and bird species, archaeological babysitters and nannies, or other parties Slopes Area Structure Plan listed in the Springbank Hill Scene should sites for buffalo jumps, as well as na- not be interpreted as recommendations or tive vegetation. • Calgary Olympic Development endorsements by the editor or the publisher. Association (CODA) The committee will attempt to achieve • The East Springbank Community consensus and has the ability to make Association submissions on land use, outline plan • Edworthy Park Heritage Society approval, and development permits. • Paskapoo Slopes Preservation Society However, its role is not to re-examine • Calgary West Alberta Special Places or debate the already approved Area Committee Structure Plan (ASP). • with City staff. There has been flooding and only one Anne Burke "It's a funny thing about life; if you refuse to accept anything but the best, you very often get it." W. Somerset Maugham THESPRINGBANK BEARSPAW HILL BEAT SCENE SEPTEMBEROCTOBER 2013 2012 5 In Our City Calgary Connection Signal Hill Women’s English and Social Group: older, want to meet friends and try new Library Improve your spoken English and things. Activities include survival train- meet new women in your neigh- ing, trekking, marksmanship, military • One Book, One Calgary: Novem- bourhood with the New Friends and marching, sports, leadership training, ber book club, The Book of Negroes Neighbourhood group program. Drop and more. Parade nights are held at the by Lawrence Hill. in at one of our weekly groups. There Sir Arthur Currie Building on Thurs- • An Evening with Lawrence Hill: is no cost. There are no immigration days from 6:20 p.m. to 9:10 p.m. Nov. 8, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. at the requirements and no minimum English with optional training on Sundays. Central Library. requirement. Free childcare for kids 6 Visit www.1292armycadets.ca or • Q & A with Lawrence Hill: Nov. months old to 6 years old. Visit www.1292cadetparentsociety.com to 10, 2:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. www.ciwa-online.com/get-involved/ learn more. • Calgary Public Library’s 2013 ongoing-events for group locations Writer in Residence is Barb How- and times. For more information Free ESL Conversation Cafe: Tue. ard: Oct. 3, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. contact 403-444-1752 or Sep. 17 – Nov. 19, 10:00 a.m. – • Islamic History Month film screen- [email protected]. 11:30 a.m., at SCA Community ing: Oct. 5, 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Centre, 277 Strathcona Dr. SW. All • Citizen Preparation Class: Oct. 19, Volunteer Calgary: Visit welcome! Drop in or join us every 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. www.volunteercalgary.ab.ca for volun- week. Contact Laura at 403-612-9949 • Career Basics—Resume Develop- teer opportunities in Calgary. or [email protected]. ment: Oct. 26, 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Offered by St. Martin's Anglican • Computer Technology Coaching: Global Festival Sale: Oct. 25, Church. Every Wed. to Dec. 18, 6:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.; Oct. 26, 8:30 p.m. 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.; Oct. 27, Free Giggles for Tots: Song, rhyme 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at Woodcliff and playtime for tots and parents. Thu. Visit www.calgarypubliclibrary.com United Church, 5010 Spruce Dr. S.W. Sep. 19 – Nov. 28, 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 for more information on these pro- (south entrance to Edworthy Park). am. at the Community Room in West grams. Registration is required for all International Fair Trade marketplace Springs Co-op. 917-85 St. S.W. Drop programs unless otherwise noted. with wonderful handcrafted treasures. in or join us every week for early No admission cost. language learning and coffee. Contact Laura at 403-612-9949 or community. Kitchen Fires The Boys and Girls Clubs of Cal- [email protected]. Presented by St. gary Home-Start Program is look- Martin's Anglican Church. ing for volunteers: Volunteers visit a Focus of Fire family home once a week to provide emotional and practical support by Prevention Week offering companionship and practical Fishy Business "Kitchen activity is the number one assistance. Help create a healthy com- Here's an insider cause of home fires, so we need to munity and meet a new family! Train- fishing tip by Pat- warn and educate families,” says ing, Police and Child Welfare checks rick Campeau, a pro Stephen Gamble, a fire chief and are provided. For more information angler with 27 years of experience: president of the Canadian Associa- or to register as a volunteer, please Always wear polarized glasses to tion of Fire Chiefs (CAFC). Pre- contact Marion at 403-660-6809 or help see what's underneath shallow venting kitchen fires will be a focus [email protected]. water and to protect your eyes. during this year's Fire Prevention Week from October 6 to 12. 1292 Lord Strathcona’s Horse News Canada, (Royal Canadians) Army Cadet www.DiscoverBoating.ca News Canada, www.safeathome.ca Corps: Join us if you are 12 years or THESPRINGBANK BEARSPAW HILL BEAT SCENE SEPTEMBEROCTOBER 2013 2012 7 In Our City Tickets, admission or registration may be required for events. Event details are believed correct as of Events In and Around Calgary press time but may change at any time. Calgary Gem and Mineral Show: Run featuring plenty of great prizes. to the conservation of primates and Oct. 4 – 6, Calgary Chinese Cultural In support of the Alzheimer Society of Canadian wildlife. In support of the Centre. Annual gem, rock, mineral, Calgary. www.alzheimercalgary.com Calgary Zoo. gorillarun.com/about fossil and jewellery show and sale. Door prizes, demonstrations and more. WordFest—International Writers Ghouls Night Out: Oct. 24 – 27, Her- www.calgarygemshow.com Festival: Oct. 14 – 20, various venues. itage Park Historic Village. Perfect for Authors read from their works in a families with little ghouls, aged three ScreamFest: Oct. 4 – 31, Canada celebration of the spoken and written to nine, who are looking for a fun, safe Olympic Park. Features a FestEvil word. www.wordfest.com night out. www.heritagepark.ca tent, four haunted houses, a Zombie Town maze and a lot of screams and Calgary Stampede Cutting Horse Calgary Woman's Show: Oct. 26 thrills. www.screamfest.ca Futurity: Oct. 16 – 20, Stampede – 27, BMO Centre. Features guest Corral. Cutting horse competition celebrities, seminars, product exhib- Helping Families Art Exhibit: Oct. 4, focused on Futurity classes—those its, demonstrations, competitions and 7:00 p.m., Marda Loop Communities limited to 3 year old horses. More more. www.calgarywomansshow.com Centre. Art sold on a first come first than $300,000 in cash and awards. served basis. Tickets include appetiz- ag.calgarystampede.com The 50 Plus Living Show: Nov. 2 – ers and live music by The Doll Sisters. 3, BMO Centre. A one stop shop for www.helpingfamilieshandlecancer Harvest Classic Tournament: Oct information, resources, products, fun 17 – 20, Spruce Meadows. Experience and services for Baby Boomers & Se- Harvest Pumpkin Hunts: Oct. 5 – a horse jumping competition up-close niors. www.50pluslivingshow.com 27, Butterfield Acres Children's Farm. and in the indoor comfort of the Equi- Features a pumpkin hunt and pumpkin Plex.