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Nearby Community Newsletter Magazines: To Advertise Call 403 720 0762 Email [email protected] GREAT NEWS MEDIA 4 A P R I L 2020 I Call 403-720-0762 for advertising opportunities CONTENTS Photo by Heather Mansfield 7 NOTE FROM THE EDITOR 7 EASTER EGG HUNT 9 FUN OVER FIFTY! 10 AND THE NOMINEE IS... 13 YOUR CITY OF CALGARY: NEVER MISS YOUR COLLECTION DAY – SIGN UP FOR FREE WEEKLY REMINDERS 14 CALGARY WILDLIFE: ALBERTA’S CHICKADEES 18 MLA NICHOLAS MILLIKEN’S REPORT 18 COUNCILLOR EVAN WOOLLEY’S REPORT 7 9 10 14 Disclaimer: Published articles, reports or submissions reflect the opinions of the author and should not be considered to reflect the opinions of Great News Media (GNM) and the Killarney Glengarry Community Association (KGCA). The information contained in this magazine is believed to be accurate but is not warranted to be so. GNM and KGCA do not endorse any person(s) advertising in this newsletter. Advertisements are not an endorsement of any goods or services Killarney-Glengarry Community Association Board of Directors ELECTED BOARD MEMBERS Vacant President [email protected] Carolyn Johnson Past President [email protected] Katie Bigley VP of Operations [email protected] Kristin Senay VP of Human Resources [email protected] Vacant Treasurer [email protected] Vacant Secretary [email protected] Hilary Stout Director at Large [email protected] Vacant Director of Facilities [email protected] Kaitlyn Smith Director of Membership [email protected] Abbas Mancey Director of Engagement [email protected] Naz Virani Director of Safe Streets [email protected] Signe Spence Director of Communications [email protected] Vacant Director of Development [email protected] Elena Gadaeva Director of Events [email protected] Chris Knobel & Community Garden [email protected] Dan Hauser Vacant Rink Crew [email protected] HALL STAFF Tera Viccars General Manager [email protected] COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER Jane Phillips Newsletter Editor [email protected] Coffee Cats Café Life ‘n Balance Wellness Centre $10 off any service at the clinic, per month. Vivo Dental Westbrook 10% off lessons School of Rock 6 A P R I L 2020 I Call 403-720-0762 for advertising opportunities KGCA HALL RENTAL NOTE FROM THE EDITOR Hello Neighbours! Planning your next event? Let us help you! Our amaz- ing community hub is available for you to rent. The I am the new editor for the monthly newsletter and Killarney-Glengarry Community Association Hall is a wish to introduce myself. I live in Killarney and I am place where neighbours can come together and experi- extensively involved in the Calgary theatre and film ence all that our community has to offer. Whether you’re and television communities. I am also a real estate as- planning a group meeting, a birthday party, funerals, sociate. This Spring, the Community Association has christenings, a workshop, or a wedding, everything you a couple of events coming up: an Easter Egg Hunt on Wednesday, April 8 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm at the need is right outside your front door. The hall continues Community Association and the Community Spring to be a valuable resource for everyone in the neighbor- Clean Up will take place on Saturday, June 20 from hood; when you rent it, not only are you getting a great 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. If you are interested in community space, but you’re also investing in your community. garden plots, email Chris and Dan at [email protected] for more information. We are also looking for a Safe The Hall includes: chairs, round and folding tables, Streets Coordinator. Please contact [email protected] for whiteboard, projector, projector screen, brand new more information if interested in that role. Lastly, we speaker system with microphone, kitchen with ovens invite you to participate in this newsletter and wel- for heating, two fridges, and lots and lots of space for come your submissions including photographs, po- you to use as you see fit. etry, jokes or anything else that could be enjoyed by your neighbours. Join us for your next event! Rental Fees (GST is not included) Jane Phillips, Editor [email protected] • Hourly on weekdays (Monday to Thursday) $50/hr ($35/hr for KGCA Members) • Hourly on weekends (Friday, Saturday, Sunday) • 8:00 am to 3:00 pm: $60 per hour ($50 per hour for Create-A-Scape KGCA Members) *Minimum 4-hour rental required • 8:00 am to 1:00 am: $650 ($550 for KGCA Members) Landscaping & Design • 3:00 pm to 1:00 am: $500 ($400 for KGCA Members) Kent Sargeant Certified Landscape Journeyman For more information email [email protected], or Full Landscape Service • Pavingstone Patios/Walkways call the General Manager at 825-994-6695. Be sure to Retaining Walls • Irrigation • Landscape Lighting include a bit of info about your event and any dates! Sodding • Tree & Shrub Planting/Pruning Wood Decks/Pergolas/Fences 403-371-3440 | www.create-a-scape.garden EASTER EGG HUNT April 8, 9:00 am to 12:00 pm at KGCA In partnership with Tot Time. Enjoy face painting, balloon twisting, a big bunny mascot, and snacks! KILLARNEY/GLENGARRY I APRIL 2020 7 Good Companions Club: Fostering Fun and Friendship for the 50+ Community The Good Companions 50 Plus Club was started in 1974 In speaking to a community member who has been with the goal of promoting heightened quality of 50 with the club for 10 years, she mentioned that she’s plus life through education, recreation, and wellness ac- had a very positive and wonderful experience overall. tivities. Their mission is to create an environment foster- She’s participated in several of the exercise activities ing fun, social interaction, and community involvement and volunteers playing the piano. She often just drops safe and accessible to all. in to have coffee or brings her lunch. She’s made a lot of friendships over the years and many of these bonds Good Companions started as a drop-in centre to wel- have been formed from having similar interests. come people of all backgrounds and levels of ability. Local Support: Good Companions has been fortunate Now with 350 members, the Club has seen many chang- to receive support from local businesses in the commu- es. The building has undergone several renovations, nity, whether through sponsorship or gifts of products adding a large kitchen, main hall, fireplace and games and services. Businesses who might want to partner area (includes shuffleboard, carpet bowling and pool). with the Club on an event or activity are encouraged to reach out. Since social isolation can negatively affect the health Interested in becoming a member? Membership is of seniors, reaching out to those who are isolated is a open to anyone interested in the activities the Club pro- big part of the Club’s mandate. For members who may vides. While many of the members live close by in Killar- not have family or friends nearby, Good Companions ney-Glengarry, membership is comprised from those all provides a sense of community and involvement. Mem- over Calgary and even some who live outside the city. bers can also stay healthy by joining the many exercise Feel free to visit the club (located at 2609 19 Ave SW, classes offered like yoga, tai chi and qi gong. The Club Calgary, AB T3E 0E9) weekdays between 9:00 am to 4:30 also offers Stronger U Senior Fitness, the first program pm for a free tour of the building. Membership is $30 for in Canada featuring instructors certified in teaching fit- the full calendar year. There are also plenty of opportu- ness classes for seniors. nities to volunteer e.g. helping at the reception desk, in the kitchen, setting up for events or even something as Looking for travel partners? Good Companions has an simple as watering the plants. As a not for profit orga- annual fundraising cruise open to members and non- nization, the Club is governed by a volunteer board of members.