ARbour lake community association newsletter SEPTEMBER 2011

Annual Holiday Craft and Bake Sale

School Zone Safety Reminder

Arbour Lake After School What’s Up At The Lake? Pictures Inside!

ALCA Board Meeting Wednesday, September 7, 6:15 p.m. at the Community Hall Everyone Welcome! ARBOUR LAKE REFLECTIONS SEPTEMBER 2011 3 The Arbour Lake Community Association (ALCA) ARBOUR LAKE publishes information that COMMUNITY has been provided to us by community members and ASSOCIATION other organizations. 12 Arbour Lake Drive N.W. The ALCA does not accept , T3G 4A3 responsibility for the accuracy or www.arbourlakecommunity.com the potential liability for 403-547-8771 information passed onto the community as the information is provided with the condition and Executive expectation that all persons using President...... Dorin Bogdan Mihalache Secretary...... Leesa Edington the information will use their own Vice President...... Vacant Treasurer...... Rosanna Barone due diligence and discretion. Past President...... Craig Somers

Directors Sports...... Patty Munson Events...... Maureen Cherban Director at Large...... Cathy Huska Director at Large...... Mary-Ann Whalen

Other Community Contacts Newsletter Editor...... Maria Martin Block Parent...... 403-269-6460 Hall Rental Administrator...... 403-547-8771 Seniors Coordinator...... Ian Smith...... 403-239-3368 MLA Calgary NW...... Lindsay Blackett...... 403-216-5444 Ward 2 Alderman...... Gord Lowe...... 403-268-3823 Scouts...... http://members.shaw.ca/arbourlake245/...... [email protected] Girl Guides...... Angela Carrobourg, 403-612-9611...... [email protected] Babysitting Club...... Christy Hagel...... 403-374-1890...... [email protected] Calgary Northwest Recreation Centre Society (CNRCS)...... Karen Kwong

Sports Soccer Blizzards...... Alan Rickwood...... [email protected] Calgary West...... Rose Simard-Bachand...... [email protected] RAC Soccer(U4-U8)...... VACANT The next issue of Arbour Lake Reflections is October North West Little League...... 403-208-0428 Baseball Calgary...... Kim Lipszyc...... 403-201-2722 ...... [email protected] Submission Deadline for the Softball & Fastpitch...... Tom...... 403-241-1964...... [email protected] October issue is September 10th. Steve Flesch...... 403-861-8532 Articles are to be directed to: Rugby Arbour Lake Reflections Michael Woofter...... [email protected]...... 403-875-0991 Arbour Lake Community Association 12 Arbour Lake Drive N.W., T3G 4A3 Email: [email protected] or email to: Please visit us at www.arbourlakecommunity.com [email protected] ARBOUR LAKE REFLECTIONS SEPTEMBER 2011 5 In Our Community ALCA Board Report

Fall is here and with it is our Annual General Meeting/Spe- On Friday night September 16 we will hold our Second An- cial General Meeting which will be held on September 14. nual Movie in the Park. It is a free event and will be weather We will post the location on the Magnetic Signs 2 weeks dependant. So far the Movie choices are Cars 2, Kung Fu before. We will have a reception afterwards with refresh- Panda 2, and Hop, let us know which you would like! ments and hors d’oeuvre. We will hold a Family Bingo on September 30, Friday night We would like to remind everyone about the Calgary Arbour beginning at 7:00 p.m. This will be a great fun filled night. Lake Afterschool program. This recreational program will begin September 6. Registration will be September 1 and 2 Our next ALCA board meeting will be September 7 at from 9:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the Lake Office. 6:15 p.m. if you would like to get involved with your community and volunteer a small amount of your time to We will run another Mad Science program this fall. Our last better your community please let us know. For information programs were full and the kids enjoyed themselves. This on anything ALCA related please email us at will be a sponsored program and ALCA members will pay [email protected] and check our website only half of the registration fee! often at www.arbourlakecommunity.com.

Crowfoot Library

Programs for Children one who was at the same • Mr. Rayz Music for Kidz: Oct. 1, 10:30 a.m. – 11:15 .m. time a respected Cana- Ages 4 – 7. dian military figure and • Homework Help: Mon. Sep. 26 – Dec. 5, 7:00 p.m. – a ruthless serial criminal 8:00 p.m. Grades 3 – 6. and murderer. • Hip Hop Youth: Sep. 24, 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Ages 10 – 17. • Three Day Road, by Jo- • Dancing Feet: Sat. Oct. 8 – Nov. 19, 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. seph Boyden. Three Day Ages 3 – 5. Road tells the story of a • Storytime Birthdays: For children turning 3 – 7 years pair of James Bay Cree, old. Call 403-221-4129. Xavier and Elijah, who become famous snipers in the Ca- nadian Army during the First World War. And telling stories Programs for Adults is also a large part of what it’s all about. The narrative is a • Altered Book Workshop: Sep. 12, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. tag-team performance. When Xavier returns home, miss- • Law at Your Library: Sep. 13, 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. ing a leg, addicted to morphine and obviously dying, his • Sing With No Wrong Notes: Sep. 9, 7:00p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Auntie Niska picks him up at the train station and together • Alberta Arts Days Weekend: Oct. 1 & 2. they begin a three-day canoe journey home (meant to sug- gest the “three day road” of the title, which refers to death). Great picks! Niska hopes to sustain Xavier on the journey with stories • A New Kind of Monster: the secret life and chilling of her own and Xavier’s childhood. In turn, Xavier tells the crimes of colonel Russell Williams, by Timothy Appleby. story of what happened at the Front. These are strong For those of us who followed the headlines of these central characters who have a special spiritual connection remarkable events, veteran Globe and Mail crime reporter with nature and their story will hold you in it’s grip. Timothy Appleby chronicles a true story that could have been lifted from the darkest pages of fiction, one that offers Visit www.calgarypubliclibrary.com for more information on fascinating and troubling insights on human psychopathol- these programs. Registration is required for all programs ogy. This is the astonishing story of a double life; some- unless otherwise noted. ARBOUR LAKE REFLECTIONS SEPTEMBER 2011 7 In Our Community Arbour Lake After School St. Ambrose School News

Registration: Registration for the September-December Are you looking for a school at which to register your son/ session of the After School Program will be available Thurs- daughter for 2011 - 2012? St. Ambrose School is accepting day, September 1 and Friday, September 2, from 9:00 a.m. registrations on an ongoing basis for all grades from kinder- to 7:00 p.m. at the Lake office. garten through to grade nine. We offer the Alberta program of studies within a Catholic education environment. St. The first day of the program will be Tuesday, September 6. Ambrose is a Catholic Community of Caring school based The Program is free for ALCA members. on the core values of respect, responsibility, trust, caring and family. Our school sets high expectations for student Recreational Program: Calgary After School in Arbour Lake achievement and has consistently attained very success- is a recreational program. Activities included in the program, ful achievement test results. St. Ambrose has enjoyed an such as sports, drama, music, the arts and recreation help excellent reputation within the Arbour Lake community since children and youth develop good social skills, increase self- opening in 1999. If you are thinking about registering, con- confidence, and help to motivate them to succeed in school tact the school at 403-500-2100. Non-Catholics are encour- and life. Our recreational program runs from 3:00 p.m. until aged to enquire. 5:45 p.m. It does not run every day and is not a daycare service. One of the special programs which St. Ambrose offers is the Hockey Canada Skills Academy. The Hockey Canada For more information about the Calgary After School in program has been very popular over the past few years. Arbour Lake please visit: www.arbourlakecommunity.com or Students who enroll in the hockey program need not be email [email protected]. experienced hockey players but if they have the motivation to learn, they can do well. There are still some openings For more information about the Calgary After School in other available for 2011 – 2012 so why not consider register- communities, please call 3-1-1 or visit: www.calgary.ca. ing? Contact 403-500-2100 for more information about the hockey program.

Our annual family BBQ will be held on Thursday, Sep- Annual Holiday Craft and tember 15 as per the following schedule: • 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Enjoy hot dogs, juice and dessert - Bake Sale $5 per family • 5:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Meet the Teacher, School Council Hard to believe it is time to sign up for the Annual Holiday Presentation & Elections Craft and Bake Sale on Saturday, November 5 from • 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 pm. Oral Interviews 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. at the Arbour Lake Community Hall. Mark your calendar for September 15. Come on out and If you have a handmade craft and would like to book a table, meet the new staff and learn more about how you can par- please call Tracey Walls at 403-547-6337 or email ticipate in the St. Ambrose School community. [email protected].

Arbour Lake Book Club The book club will be meeting again on September 12 at • The Jade Peony by Wayson Choy 1:00 p.m. Please mail Elizabeth on [email protected] or • The Last Crossing by Guy Vanderhaeghe call 403-472-0021 for the venue as it is a private address. • The Birth House by Ami Mckay

The books being discussed are: New members always welcome! ARBOUR LAKE REFLECTIONS SEPTEMBER 2011 9 In Our City Animal & Bylaw Services Back to School Safety Rewards Pet Owners Alberta Health Services EMS would like to remind parents and students of some basic road safety tips as streets become The I Heart My Pet Rewards busier with the return of the school year. Pedestrians and Program provides discounts motorists each have an important role to play- road safety is a at over 60 vendors to Calgar- shared responsibility. ians who have licensed their pets. With your I Heart My Pet Motorists Rewards Card, you can save • Avoid talking on cell phones, texting, or any other behavior on pet supplies, dining, trips to that diverts your attention away from driving. the spa and much more! And • Give right of way to pedestrians who have activated over- the list of partner merchants head crossing lights or who are waiting to cross from a continues to grow. By using the card just a couple of times, street corner. you can recoup the cost of a licence in savings! • Remember it is illegal to pass vehicles, other than those that are parked, in school zones or playground zones during Over 88% of dog owners and 54% of cat owners in Calgary posted hours. know that an important part of being a responsible pet owner is licensing their pets. Not only are you rewarded with great Around School Buses discounts, there are many benefits for you, your pet and • Flashing amber lights mean a bus is slowing down to stop. other animals in need when you licence and provide perma- Motorists should do likewise. nent identification. Knowing your pet is licensed gives you • No matter which direction you are coming from, STOP when peace of mind if your pet is lost. A licence tag lets others approaching a school bus with activated flashing red lights - know your pet is owned and allows Animal & Bylaw Services unless the bus is on the opposite side of a divided highway to quickly reunite pets with their owners. In addition, licence from you. fees, not tax dollars, allow Animal & Bylaw Services to: • Driver courtesy goes a long way. By simply being alert and cautious when approaching a school bus, you are contribut- • Educate cat and dog owners about responsible pet owner- ing to school bus safety. ship • Shelter and feed lost cats and dogs in our vet-operated Pedestrians facility • Cross only at marked crosswalks or street corners that have • Provide medical care to adoptable cats and dogs in our clear visibility from all directions. shelter • Make eye contact with all drivers before crossing the street. • Manage our cat and dog adoption programs • When activating overhead crossing lights, pause before • Operate the Pet Drive Home program stepping off the curb to ensure motorists in both directions • Run our volunteer animal socialization program have come to a complete stop. • Offer 400 school-based presentations per year at no • Stay within the crosswalk lines until fully clear of the road charge way. • Provide funding to vet clinics for emergency medical care • Obey pedestrian lights at intersections. Cross the street only for cats and dogs when you see the ‘walk’ sign and only when all cars have • Operate the No Cost Spay/Neuter Program come to a complete stop. • Enforce the Responsible Pet Ownership Bylaw • If you are with young children or pets, hold your child’s hand • Help neighbours resolve their animal-related conflicts firmly and keep a solid grip on leashes when crossing. • Remember: children learn by observing you. By teaching For more information or to receive your I Heart My Pet Re- them safe crossing habits as early as possible you can re- wards Card, visit calgary.ca/animalservices or call 3-1-1. For duce the chance your child may be involved in a preventable a list of partnering vendors, visit iheartmypet.ca. auto/pedestrian collision.

Animal & Bylaw Services Alberta Health Services ARBOUR LAKE REFLECTIONS SEPTEMBER 2011 11 In Our City Protect Your Home—By Protecting Your Blue Cart The City of Calgary’s household recycling program uses large, collected goes to charitable organizations. wheeled blue carts for weekly recycling material pick-up. These can contain easily combustible materials such as paper • Don’t put hazardous materials such as solvents or batter- and cardboard, along with potentially valuable items such ies in your blue cart, as these can endanger City staff and as refundable containers and documents with your personal damage equipment during recycling pickup and processing. information. For a convenient list of blue cart materials, and options for non-recyclable material, check The City of Calgary website The Calgary Police Service offers these tips to keep your blue at www.calgary.ca or call 3-1-1. cart—and your home—from becoming a target for vandals or thieves. • Shred all documents that contain personal information such as bills, bank statements, receipts, etc, and place them in a • Keep your blue cart in your garage or out of sight within your clear plastic bag before disposing of them in your blue cart. yard whenever it’s not out for recycling pickup. Leaving it in the alley or on your driveway can make your cart a target for • If your blue cart is vandalized, please report it to the Calgary graffiti, arson or damage by vehicles. Police Service using the non-emergency phone number: 403-266-1234. This helps the police establish patterns of • Take refundable containers such as pop cans to bottle de- crime, which in turn helps create solutions. pots. If these containers are left in blue carts, they encour- age people to go through the blue cart contents, which can • Let your neighbours know if your blue cart has been vandal- lead to littering and vandalism. Refundable containers also ized, so they can take precautions to protect their blue carts. attract undesirable bottle pickers to your community. • If you see a blue cart being vandalized, report it as a crime • If you don’t find recycling depots convenient, you may also in progress to 9-1-1. consider donating your refundable containers to local bottle drives, or simply dropping the containers off at a bottle de- For more crime prevention tips, visit www.calgarypolice.ca. pot. Many depots have a bin for donations and the money School Zone Safety Reminder With another school year back in gear, the Calgary Parking Au- • Blocking entrances to garages or driveways angers neigh- thority is reminding drivers to please park responsibly and help bours. Stay back at least 1.5 metres. make our streets safe for children. All parking infractions in school zones are subject to a fine. Please drive with caution, be courteous and park responsibly by following these tips: For more information, please contact: • Avoid double parking. Calgary Parking Authority • Watch for signs indicating ‘No Stopping’ and ‘No Parking’ 620 - 9 Avenue S.W. 403-537-7000, zones. www.calgaryparking.com • School bus zones must be kept clear so children can step off the bus and onto a curb instead of exiting into a busy street. The Calgary Parking Authority is responsible for enforcing • Leave 5 metres between your car and any crosswalk mark- parking regulations that promote public safety, enhance traffic ings. This will ensure children are visible when they enter the flow and maintain community standards. Our Peace Officers crosswalk. encourage voluntary compliance with parking regulations by • Parking too close to stop signs, yield signs or intersections providing public education, identifying required signage and makes it difficult to see children in the area and obstructs the finally when necessary, ticketing and/or vehicle seizure. view of other motorists. A distance of 5 metres is required. ARBOUR LAKE REFLECTIONS SEPTEMBER 2011 13 In Our City The Lease/Licence of Occupation Review The City has undertaken a review of agreements it holds Non-Profit Organizations may opt to lease City-owned build- with community associations and social recreation organiza- ings intended for future demolition. In this case, payment tions using City-owned land. The review included input from may be at market rate, at a lease-rate based on 50% of the Federation of Calgary Communities and the market value, or a nominal lease. Calgary Sport Council. In the proposed process, non-profit organiza- Any changes will go to a Council Committee in tions can lease available buildings on a tem- the fall of 2011 and, if approved, will come into porary basis. The organization, as a tenant, is effect on renewal of an organization’s agreement. responsible for the operating costs, as well as Both the society and the City will sign. all capital costs.

All organizations have 1 year after a new agree- Any operating implications for the City of this ment to complete a business plan and a lifecycle new policy will be forwarded to Council’s Busi- study on their facility, unless a current lifecycle ness Plan and Budget 2012-2014 deliberations, study exists and is within 5 years. All must then in November 2011. submit a new business plan and lifecycle study every 5 years for the remainder of their agree- Buildings and associated lands are available ment. City liaison staff will support the groups. for municipal purposes when they are required. The City will have no responsibility to provide the non-profit organization Next Steps for proposed changes to Lease/LOC agree- with alternate facilities or compensation because all parties ments: agree to the temporary nature of the occupation from the • Aug. 31: draft legal agreements outset. • Oct. 4*: report to Council Committee • Nov. 7*: final report to City Council Administration will, however, provide reasonable notice to • Dec.: confirmation of changes to organizations vacate to the non-profit organization. • Jan. – Jun.: renewal of all expired agreements *Tentative Anne Burke Community Input on New Recreation Facilities Plans for the development of four new recreation facili- • Amenities being considered for the N.W site include: ties in Calgary continue to take shape. Each site will have lap and play pools, indoor ice, gymnasia, multi-purpose amenities designed to meet the specific needs of their area. space, indoor tracks, art centre, fitness area and library. Citizen engagement is a critical part of this process and • For the regional facility being planned for Seton possible your input, into what should be included in these facilities, is amenities include: lap pool and play pool, indoor ice, being sought. library, gymnasia, multi-purpose space, indoor track, arts centre and fitness area. Community engagement sessions are being held: • The Great Plans centre could include: multi-pad indoor • S.E. Session: Sep. 13, 6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. at the Deer- arenas, fitness area, and multi-purpose rooms. foot Inn. • The Quarry Park centre could include: gymnasia, multi- • N.W. Session: Sep. 15, 6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. at the Silver purpose room, and fitness area. Springs Community Centre. For more information please contact Paul Sinclair, Also a feedback form has been posted online at www. Northwest Community Advisory Group President at calgary.ca/newreccentres. This form will be available online [email protected]. from September 2 – 16. ARBOUR LAKE REFLECTIONS SEPTEMBER 2011 15 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.

Spruce Meadows Masters: Sep. 7 – 11, Spruce Meadows. the original Skinny B!tches Kim Barnouin. See the world's best equestrian athletes compete for over www.churchmystyle.com two million dollars at this exciting international show jumping tournament. www.sprucemeadows.com Walk a Mile in Her Shoes: Sep. 19, Olympic Plaza. Men, strap on some heals and walk to help women take steps to Family Fun Day: Sep. 10, Canada Olympic Park. Free ad- walk away from family violence www.walkamile.ca mission! Rain or shine! Live entertainment, bouncy castles, a petting zoo, face painting, carnival games, and much Quantum Technologies for the 21st Century: Sep. 22, 7:00 more! In support the Generations of Hope Fertility Assis- p.m. UofC ICT 102. Professor Sir Peter Knight will deliver tance Fund. www.familyfuncalgary.com the University of Calgary’s Institute for Quantum Information Science Public Lecture “Quantum Technologies for the 21st Haultain and First Street Festival: Sep. 11, along 1st St. Century”. Free ticket with registration: S.W. (between 12 Ave. and 15 Ave.) and Haultain Park. A http://www.iqis.org/outreach/publiclecture.php. free community-based event to showcase the very best of community, sustainability, and the urban experience. Local Walk n'' Wag 2011: Sep. 25, River Park. Join dogs and their foods, live performances, and more. www.victoriapark.org owners at Calgary's River Park for a 2.5 km walk and dog fair. Collect pledges to support The Animal Rescue Founda- CLEAR air clear MINDS Fundraising Hike: Sep. 11, Spray tion's (ARF) “Pad for Paws” Campaign. River Loop, Banff. A 12 km trail in support of the Art Program www.arf.ab.ca/walknwag.php at Calgary Association of Self Help. Followed by dinner (pay your own). Registration is free, but we request that all The Mens Expo: Oct. 2 – 4, Stampede Park. Come see participants collect as many donations as possible. the , , Calgary Roughnecks, Register by email to [email protected]. Moores fashion stage, tools, cars, boats, and much more! www.calgaryselfhelp.com www.mensexpo.ca

Walk for Farm Animals: Sep. 17, Eau Claire Plaza. 5km walk to promote kindness towards farm animals. Followed by music, food and children's activities. Dogs welcome. Festivals www.walkforfarmanimals.org • Franco Festival: Sep. 2 – 3 • Calgary Highland Games: Sep. 3 Calgary's National Costume Swap Day™: Sep. 17, South • BBQ on the Bow: Sep. 3 – 4 Calgary Community Centre. Bring in your child’s gently-used costume from last year from Sep. 1 – 16 to Edamame Kids, 1911 - 34 Ave. S.W. to receive a ticket to the National Cos- Concerts tume Swap Day™. www.calgarykidscostumeswap.com • Josh Groban: Sep. 1, The Terry Fox Run: Sep. 18, Eau Claire Market. A 1, 5, or 10 • Blue Rodeo: Sep. 11, Shaw Amphitheatre Banff km event which is accessible to run, walk, roller blade, bike, • Hank Williams “Live” 1952: Sep. 15, Deerfoot Inn wheelchair, or stroller. Followed by a BBQ, face painting and & Casino balloon art for the kids, and more! www.terryfox.org • Keith Urban: Sep. 23, ScotiaBank Saddledome • Kings of Leon: Sep. 30, ScotiaBank Saddledome Calgary Bridal Expo: Sep. 18, BMO Centre. Features fash- • The Moody Blues: Oct. 4, Southern Alberta Jubilee ion shows, a wedding gown sale and hundreds of Calgary's • The Beach Boys: Oct. 6, Century Casino top wedding specialists. www.bridalexpo.ca • Sam Roberts Band: Oct. 25, Southern Alberta Jubilee • Judas Priest: Nov. 2, ScotiaBank Saddledome Church, my Style: Sep. 18, Hotel Arts. The service will fea- • Gordon Lightfoot: Nov. 26, Banff Centre & Nov. 28, ture a decadent fall fashion show, heavenly brunch and one of Southern Alberta Jubilee ARBOUR LAKE REFLECTIONS SEPTEMBER 2011 17 In Our City Calgary Connection

Calling all N.W. Youth Ages 12 to 19: Interested in learn- tions. Rehearsals are Tue. evenings at the Unitarian Church ing the skills of flying or looking to make new friends while of Calgary. Call Frank at 403-277-5295 or e-mail Frank@ learning other valuable skills? Then Air Cadets might be the prairiesky.ab.ca for more info. program you are looking for. The 781 "Calgary" Air Cadets Squadron is holding a new recruit presentation on Sep. 14 at Samaritan Club of Calgary Fall Rummage Sale: Sat. 7:00 p.m. at the Vecova Centre, 3304-33 St N.W. Bring your Sep. 24, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at the Hillhurst-Sunnyside birth certificate, Alberta Health Care Card and your parent or Community Centre. We are a women’s charity dedicated to guardian. www.781aircadets.ca. helping working Calgarians who need financial aide for sud- den medical or daily living emergencies. Household items, Arthritis Community Education Forum: Sat. Sep. 17, books, clothing, shoes, fine china, linens, toys, etc. 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. at the John Dutton Theatre, Calgary www.samaritanclub.ca. Public Library, W.R. Castell Central Branch, 616 Macleod Trail South. Admission is free. Seating is limited. September Royal Canadian Sea Cadets: Free program for youth ages is Arthritis Awarenss Month. For more info call the Arthritis 12 – 18 looking for opportunities to meet new friends in a Information Help Line at 1-800-321-1433 or email rewarding, exciting and adventurous environment. Recruit- [email protected]. www.arthritis.ca. ing Open House on Tue. Sep. 13, 6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. at HMCS Tecumseh, 1820 24 St. S.W. Bring your parents, your 7th Annual Citywide Food Drive in Support of the Cal- birth certificate and health card. www.undaunted.ca. gary Inter-Faith Food Bank: On Sep. 24, help the poor of Calgary and re-set the guinness world record for the largest Calgary Reads: An early literacy initiative changing the food drive ever! Between Sep. 19 and 22, volunteers will lives of struggling grade 1 and 2 readers and their families in distribute bags to over 370,000 homes. Fill your bag with Calgary and area schools. We are looking for tutors to work non-perishable food items and leave it on your front step with struggling readers during the school day, using a spe- for collection prior to 9:00 a.m. on Sat. Sep. 24. For info, cific framework. Tutors spend 40 minutes per session with contact Karl Bodon at 403-257-2916 or John Sobkowicz at one student, at least twice a week, for 32 sessions (about 4 403-201-5460. months). To volunteer visit www.calgaryreads.com.

604 Air Cadet Squadron Open House: Sep. 13 at 6:30 Calgary Newcomers’ Club: Assists women new in Calgary p.m. at the Mewata Armoury, 801-11th St. S.W. Provides to feel welcome while providing opportunities for new friend- youth 12 to 19 with the opportunity to develop attributes ships. On Sep. 23 and 24, we will celebrate 50 years of in leadership, citizenship, and physical fitness. Opportuni- service to Calgary with a Wine & Cheese Welcome Recep- ties in the military band, airplane modeling club, drill team tion for past and present members at the Calgary Petroleum and public speaking program. Call 403-263-0300 or visit Club and a Gala Dinner at the Heritage Park’s Gasoline www.604moose.ca. Alley. All Newcomers, past and present are welcome. For info contact Suzanne at 403-836-5631, [email protected]. The Strengths in ADHD research study: We are recruiting www.calgarynewcomersgoldenjubilee.ca. children 8 – 11 years of age with or without ADHD to learn more about the strengths and supportive influences that can The Spa Ritual Open House: Thu. Sep. 15, 5:30 p.m. promote academic, social, and emotional success among – 7:30 p.m. Includes product speakers, demonstrations, these children. Involves 1 – 2 visits to the UofC. Your child giveaways & refreshments! Please RSVP by Sep. 12 by call- will engage in activities designed to identify their strengths. ing 403-547-9558 or email [email protected] Free parking and refreshments, plus a $25 family-based gift certificate and a special toy! For info: 403-210-6726, adhd- The Calgary Food Bank is accepting fresh produce at [email protected], www.ucalgary.ca/adhdkids. Calgary farmers’ markets: Check out www.calgaryfood- bank.com or follow us on Facebook or Twitter to see where Vocal Latitudes Wants You! We are a mixed-voice, we will be each weekend. The Calgary Food Bank is dedi- world music, community choiry. Looking for new singers cated to the gathering and distributing food to those in need. in all voices. Choral experience is not necessary, no audi- ARBOUR LAKE REFLECTIONS SEPTEMBER 2011 19

Chantal Chapin, Program Director ALRA What’s Up At The Lake? [email protected], 403-241-2628 ALRA Annual General Events Meeting Movie in the Park: Fri. Sep. 16. 7:30 p.m. games. 8:30 p.m. movie starts! Cash Concession will be available! September 14 at 7:30 p.m. Location to be announced. Resi- dents are encouraged to attend. There will be a reception to FIESTA! Sat. Sep. 17, 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Celebrate follow. Spanish culture here at the lake with fantastic home cooked food and Spanish influence entertainment! We will be having a Salsa competition. Make sure bring your home made salsa Programs to the event and enter it into the competition! This event will be fun for the whole family, make sure to stop by! Anyone in Fall is coming quick! The lake will be very quiet throughout the Arbour Lake Community who would the fall. Make sure to check out the October and November like to contribute homemade dishes, issues of the Arbour Lake Reflections for information about talent, or entertainment, please call the our Winter Programs. lake office at 403-241-2628! Horse Shoe Tournament: Sat. Sep. 24, 11:00 a.m. $10/team. Come down New Contest to the lake to enjoy this fun lake side tournament! Make sure to sign up at This year we have the lake office before it gets full! tagged 6 fish! If you catch one of the tagged Oktoberfest! Sat. Oct. 15, 7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. Come fish you will win a $100 enjoy a fun time full of Bavarian food, entertainment and gift card! Grab one of drinks! our lake staff to take off the tag and take a Ladies Night! Sat. Oct. 22, 7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. Leave measurement, the per- the kids at home and enjoy a glass of wine, hors d’oeuvre, son who catches the biggest of the 6 fish will get their name and special activities, like learning to make chocolate. La- engraved on the Arbour Lake Fisherman of the year trophy! dies need a night out!

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Chantal Chapin, Program Director ALRA What’s Up At The Lake? [email protected], 403-241-2628 Remember the Lake Rules Summer is here and we are all very excited to have fun at the • Liquor, drugs, or illegal substances lake, but there are some very important rules to remember! • Animals • Bicycle or other vehicle Members • Open fires • Presentation of a membership card is mandatory to gain • Smoking access to the lake • Littering • Members 11 years old or younger must be accompanied by a responsible person 12 years of age or older Boating • Residents under 18 who have not yet registered as a mem- • Boating activities will not be supervised ber must be registered by the homeowner • Lifejackets are mandatory • Replacements for lost or stolen membership cards may be • Paddle Boats, Kayaks, and Canoes: 16 years of age or purchased for $25.00 older • Arbour Lake staff reserves the right to restrict entry to mem- • Row Boats: 18 years of age or older bers and guests • Paddle Boards: 14 years of age or older or direct supervi- • ALRA has the right to make further reasonable rules and sion by an Adult regulations • Kids may take out a children’s kayak if a responsible adult also takes out a kayak. Guests • All boats and other equipment must be returned at least 30 • Members are permitted a maximum of five guests per minutes prior to closing household per day. • Taking sand off the beach is prohibited • Members under the age of 16 are permitted a maximum of • Digging deep holes in the beach is discouraged, as we have two guests recently replaced all of the sand • Members are responsible for the actions of their guests • Any requests for more than 5 guests must be made through Fishing ALRA management • May only be done from the designated fishing areas • All guests must be accompanied by a member at all times- • Hooks must be barbless therefore, if the member leaves, the guest must leave • No live bait, corn or nets • Members may not check in guests without a lake card • Fish must be killed immediately and are not to be kept on a • **New Rule** Members who bring guests must leave their stringer in the lake lake card at the office and guests must leave a piece of • No cleaning of fish is permitted at Arbour Lake picture ID as well. Members and guests may retrieve their ID • 2 fish per day/household, 8 fish per month/household, 40 upon departure. fish per year/household • One month suspension from fishing if: You get caught using Prohibitions barbed hooks, do not claim fish or use live bait, corn or nets • Glass bottles ARBOUR LAKE REFLECTIONS SEPTEMBER 2011 23

Chantal Chapin, Program Director ALRA What’s Up At The Lake? [email protected], 403-241-2628 Kids Club – A HUGE Success Kids Club was an amazing success this summer! Every weekday in July and August we had 15-40 kids join us for games, activities and crafts! We can’t wait to do it again next year! ARBOUR LAKE REFLECTIONS SEPTEMBER 2011 25

Chantal Chapin, Program Director ALRA What’s Up At The Lake? [email protected], 403-241-2628 A Great Day at the Lake If you haven’t been down to the lake yet this year, you are truly missing out! We have plenty of new activities for people of all ages, new sand, and a fantastic concession. Come check it out before the fall weather sets in.

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Chantal Chapin, Program Director ALRA What’s Up At The Lake? [email protected], 403-241-2628 Teen Night ARBOUR LAKE REFLECTIONS SEPTEMBER 2011 31

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Chantal Chapin, Program Director ALRA What’s Up At The Lake? [email protected], 403-241-2628 Kids Fishing Derby Continued ARBOUR LAKE REFLECTIONS SEPTEMBER 2011 37 Arbour Lake Community Association Stampede BBQ and Summer Carnival The Stampede BBQ and Summer Carnival was a ton of fun again this year! We had a DJ, face painting, dunk tank, carnival games, tons of prizes and a great raffle! Best of all, the Froster street team came out and handed out free Froster Slurpee’s! Congratulations to Derek Merkcley who won an IPad and Nicole Savard who took home a TV with BLUERAY DVD & NETFLIX.

pics continued on next page ARBOUR LAKE REFLECTIONS SEPTEMBER 2011 39 Arbour Lake Community Association Stampede BBQ and Summer Carnival Continued ARBOUR LAKE REFLECTIONS SEPTEMBER 2011 41 Your Health Counsellors’ Corner September is upon us, as is the return to school. For most ing problems – seek kids, the end of summer is a time of enjoyable anticipation a psychoeducational of the new school year. Parents too are usually excited to assessment if you return to the more predictable routine that fall brings. What suspect this, or if the happens though when your child really hates school? What teacher has concerns. do you do when they insist on staying home with vague illness complaints? What do you do when your child refuses Have an illness policy – to go to school? if you are sick enough to stay home, then School refusal is a slippery slope. What typically starts out you are sick enough to miss afterschool activities. Staying as a missed day or two can end with total refusal to go. Be home means in bed – no screen time or TV . If constraining mindful if you feel that your child is exaggerating illness activities frustrates your child, it is likely that their feelings of symptoms to avoid school. Talk to your child about your illness are more strongly related to stress rather than physi- concerns and try to elicit from them what else might be go- cal illness, a problem which school absence will most likely ing on for them. Have them seen by your family doctor to make worse. rule out physical illness. Be careful about letting them stay home when, in your heart of hearts, you know they aren’t In the event of obscure symptoms, you may also try ask- physically ill, but may be stressed about the school setting. ing your child to attend school even if they start out feeling What seems like a kind response gets exponentially more unwell. If they really feel sick at recess time, they can call difficult to deal with when your child refuses to go altogether, you and you’ll come and get them. Alternatively, talk to the instead seek help to get your child back to school quickly. school to determine if there is somewhere your child can take a break if they are feeling overwhelmed – this may be As noted by the NYU Child Study center, school refusal the library or the office or some other quite location. behavior occurs for one or more of the following reasons: If bullying is part of the problem, actively teach your child 1. To avoid school-related objects or situations that cause how to manage verbal bullying and again, speak with the general distress such as anxiety, depression or physiological school. An excellent resource for managing bullying can be symptoms found on the website Bullies2Buddies.com

2. To escape uncomfortable peer interactions and/or aca- Finally, don’t be afraid to ask that your child speak with the demic performance situations such as test-taking or school counselor or find a community therapist who can oral presentations help them learn stress management and coping strate- gies. School refusal is easiest to address early in on in its 3. To receive attention from significant others outside of presentation, rather than waiting, as it becomes increasingly school (i.e. hanging out with mom) difficult to return to school the longer a child has refused to attend. 4. To pursue tangible reinforcement outside of school (ie TV or Video games) Additional information may be found on the following web- sites: To deal with school refusal, try the following: • http://www.aboutourkids.org/articles/understanding_ school_refusal Speak with your child’s teacher. Ask if they’ve noted any • http://www.jfponline.com/Pages.asp?AID=4322&UID academic or peer difficulties that might be contributing to attendance issues? Strategize with them about ways to get Jennifer Crawford, Janice Shigemi, Sharon Ashton and your child to school and keep them there. Be well aware of Raksha Dave-Gates are registered psychologists in N.W. your child’s strengths and weaknesses at school – some- Calgary. Comments or questions can be directed to them times school refusal pops up as a symptom of formal learn- through the editor. ARBOUR LAKE REFLECTIONS SEPTEMBER 2011 43 Arbour Lake Kids Pages: Fall ARBOUR LAKE REFLECTIONS SEPTEMBER 2011 45 Arbour Lake Kids Pages: Fall ARBOUR LAKE REFLECTIONS SEPTEMBER 2011 47 ALCA At A Glance Connecting To Your Community

ALCA BOARD MEETING: Wednesday, September 7, 2011 7–12. For more information contact Laura at 403-374-0334 or at the Community Centre at 6:15 p.m. ALL meetings are open 403-870-7853. to the public and we encourage you to get involved with your community. FITNESS PROGRAMS AT THE HALL ALCA HALL RENTAL: Availability for all your family functions. Contact Tara Porcu at 403-547-8771 or email STUDIO BOOT CAMP: At the Arbour Lake Community Centre [email protected]. Tuesday & Thursday , 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. and Fridays from 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. First class is free. Suitable for all fitness REFLECTIONS OCTOBER DEADLINE: September 10, 2011. levels. Great music, no choreography, full body workout. Call Email [email protected] or drop off at the Lake Chris Christie at 403-880-3305 or email office (please provide your contact info). [email protected]

CALGARY AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM in Arbour Lake. Spe- MARTIAL ARTS CLASS FOR KIDS: Get fit and learn some- cially designed for kids grade 1 to grade 6 that are going home thing new. Every Sunday at 5:00 p.m. at the Arbour Lake Com- after school without adult supervision. Monday to Friday from munity Hall. For more information, call Geri at 403-264-2238. 3:00 p.m. to 5:45 p.m., includes healthy snacks, 30 minutes homework program and play time. For more info contact [email protected]. ALCA EVENTS:

Parents & Tots: Where kids and parents can socialize Movie in the park: September 16, games will start at and there are toys waiting to be played with! Every Tuesday 7:30 p.m. and movie will begin at 8:30 p.m. Don’t miss it! You 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. in the hall. For more information call will have a blast! Free event and weather dependant. Pooja at 587-718-6750. Family Bingo Night: Friday, September 30, 7:00 p.m. – Arbour Lake Senior’s group: Always looking for new 9:00 p.m. Come down to the Arbour Lake Community Hall and members. We meet ever Tuesday from 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. play Bingo, it will be fun for the whole family! There will be a ton at the hall. For more information, call Ian at 403-239-3368. of great prizes to be won. Don’t miss out on this great event!

PROGRAMS AT THE HALL UPCOMING EVENTS:

SCRAPBOOKING DAYS AT ARBOUR LAKE: 9:00 a.m. – Octoberfest: October 15, 7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. 9:00 p.m., October 1, October 29, November 19 and December 3 at the Arbour Lake Community Association Hall. Halloween Haunted Maze: October 31, 6:00 p.m. – Come to the hall for a day filled with Scrapbooking! For 8:00 p.m. more information and to reserve a spot, e-mail Ingrid at [email protected] or call 403-547-8262. Annual Holiday Craft and Bake Sale: Saturday, No- vember 5, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. at the Arbour Lake Community SPANISH LESSONS FOR KIDS: Learn to speak Spanish at Hall. If you would like to book a table, please call Tracey Walls the Arbour Lake Community Association. Beginning Septem- at 403-547-6337 or email [email protected]. ber 19 and running Mondays from 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Ages

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