Serving: Beach, Barrhead, , Cherhill, Darwell, , Gunn, Lac Ste. Anne County, , , Rich Valley, , , , and Stony Plain. February 25, 2020 STRUCTURE FIRE IN THE TOWN OF ONOWAY Submitted by David Ives, Fire Chief | North West Fire Rescue - Onoway

At 0058 on February 19, 2020 North West Fire - On- oway was dispatched to a structure fire - situation un- known located at 4404 52 Street, Onoway. North West Fire’s first unit was rolling two-minutes later. Continued on Page 5 WHITECOURT RCMP SEEK ASSISTANCE IDENTIFYING ROBBERY SUSPECTS

Submitted by White- Whitecourt RCMP are that culminated in a rob- court RCMP seeking the public’s assis- bery occurring in early Feb- tance in identifying the sus- ruary. File #: 2020-158164 pects in string of offences Continued on Page 5 Page 2 CommunityVOICE February 25, 2020 LIVESTOCK PRODUCERS IN YELLOWHEAD ELIGIBLE FOR TAX DEFERRAL Submitted by Gerald Many of the eligible re- Soroka, MP for Yellow- Gerald Soroka, Member of gions are located within head Parliament for Yellowhead, Yellowhead. The full list can is pleased to inform constit- be found at the link below: uents that livestock produc- http://www.agr.gc.ca/ ers in prescribed drought, eng/agriculture-and-cli- flood or excess moisture mate/drought-watch/live- regions will be able to de- stock-tax-deferral-pro- fer a portion of their 2019 vision/2019-list-of-pre- sale proceeds of breeding scribed-re- livestock until 2020 to help gions/?id=1563200329910 replenish the herd. For more information, see: The cost of replacing the https://www.canada.ca/ animals in 2020 will offset en/agriculture-agri-food/ the deferred income, there- news/2020/02/live- by reducing the tax burden stock-producers-re- associated with the original ceive-tax-relief-for-2019. sale. html February 25, 2020 CommunityVOICE Page 3 NOTES FROM THE ONOWAY LEGION Submitted by Richard pool tournament. Registra- 780-945-0600 or by email every Wednesday evening. Moses tion is from 8:30 – 9:15 a.m. if you have questions. Registration is at 7 pm, and before play begins at 9:30. Drop-in Weekly Pool and the balls are racked up at Ham Dinner The entry fee $15/person, Darts Clubs 7:30. Everyone is welcome, On Friday, February 28, Ira and 70% of the registration Every Tuesday evening, even non-members, and Austin and volunteers will will be given away in prizes. it’s drop-in darts, with spare no experience is necessary. serve and prepare ham with You can also register in ad- darts available if you just Cost is just $5 each week, roasted mashed potatoes. vance emailing your name, want to try it. Play begins at and the bar is always open. There’ll also be some veg- telephone number and 7 pm, but please arrive ear- Did You Know? gies served, with cheese- email address to ltv336@ lier so you can be included You don’t have to be a cake, fruit and ice cream for gmail.com. Fees will be ac- on a team. Cost is just $3 Veteran make a difference dessert. cepted upon registration at each week, plus some kind Becoming a member of the Don’t forget to book your the Onoway Legion, Branch of snack if possible. The bar Legion is the ultimate way reservation by text or phone 132, between 8:30 am and is always open. to show your gratitude and to 780-340-0760, or leave 9:15 am on tournament day. Recreational pool, playing give your support to veter- a message on the Legion Contact Larry Villneff at singles on four tables, goes ans. answering machine at 780- 967-5361. Doors open at 3, with the meal served from 6 to 7 pm. Adults pay $15; kids up to 10 years cost $9, while 5 and under are free. As usual, the bar will be open, along with the usual draw for a free meal. You’ll have a chance to buy raffle tickets on a delicious meat package, on the 50:50 draw, or the Chase the President raffle, a progressive jackpot that increases in value each week there’s no winner. Chase the President Growing! The progressive Chase the President raffle could be won every week. As of Friday, February 14, it was worth $1,428.75! There are only 11 cards left in the deck, so there could be a lucky winner anytime. Don’t miss your chance! St. Paddy’s Day Raffle Tickets are still available for the $400 liquor basket being raffled off for St. Pad- dy’s Day. Tickets cost $10 each, and are available at the Legion bar. Onoway Legion Members Notice All members are urged to attend the next general meeting on March 2. There’ll be a motion to amend the bylaws about frequency of meetings. Singles “Fun” 8-ball pool On Sat. Feb. 29, enjoy a fun Page 4 CommunityVOICE February 25, 2020 February 25, 2020 CommunityVOICE Page 5 Structure Fire in the Town of Onoway Continued from Page 1 to extinguish the remnants hurt because of the fire or North West Fire - Onoway of the building and protect the firefight. North West would like to remind every- remaining exposures. At the Fire - Onoway would like one to take care with regard Upon arrival crews found peak of engagement, North to thank its sister agencies to the use and maintenance a large un-occupied outside West Fire had four-units Lac Ste. Anne County Fire of wood-burning applianc- building (Percy’s Green- and ten-members on scene Services, Alberta Health es - especially if left unat- house) had been totally been with Lac Ste. Anne County Services, Royal Canadian tended. consumed by the flames. Fire Services assisting with Mounted Police, Atco Gas, For more information, Firefighters worked in mi- water delivery. and Fortis for their atten- contact Fire Chief Ives at nus twenty-four weather Fortunately, no one was dance and assistance. 780-777-4688. Whitecourt RCMP Seek Assistance Identifying Robbery Suspects Continued from Page 1 Sometime later, Police re- court RCMP are seeking plate CBZ1880. sponded to a Robbery at the the public’s assistance to If you have any infor- Eagle River Casino where identify these two suspects mation regarding this oc- On February 3rd, 2020 two suspects drove a vehi- and locate the two stolen currence, please contact in the early morning, Po- cle through the doors of the vehicles. The first vehicle Whitecourt detachment at lice received multiple calls casino and then threatened sought is a black 2006 GMC (780) 778-5454 or your lo- for service relating to the an employee while stealing Sierra 3500 that was stolen cal police. If you wish to theft or attempted theft of an ATM. The suspects re- displaying Alberta licence remain anonymous, you vehicles and ATMs in the moved the ATM and depart- plate BKY0083, it has an can contact Crime Stoppers Whitecourt area. Police ed but due to business prac- 11-inch lift, 38-inch tires, at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), first responded to a conve- tices the ATM did not have cracked windshield and online at www.P3Tips.com nience store where suspects any cash inside. light bar installed between (http://www.p3tips.com) or attempted to steal an ATM; Police believe these and the fog lights. The sec- by using the “P3 Tips” app however, they were unsuc- other occurrences are con- ond vehicle is a white 2011 available through the Apple cessful due to security mea- nected. Surveillance images Ford F-350 that was stolen App or Google Play Store. sures. were obtained and White- displaying Alberta licence Page 6 CommunityVOICE February 25, 2020 FIVE ALBERTA ARTISTS GATHER TO SHARE THEIR SONGS AND STORIES Ryan Langlois Hosts Horizon Stage’s Inaugural Singer Songwriter Night on Saturday, March 7 Submitted by Horizon Langlois, this Singer Song- ing stories through mu- nominations, and second Stage writer Night will feature a sic. In the tradition of the place in the Project Wild panel of four guest artists world-famous songwriter Country Artist Develop- Enjoy an intimate evening - Mark Times, Hannah Gaz- rounds of Nashville, and ment Program in 2018. He exploring the art and craft so, Maddison Krebs, and many festival side-stages, is a barstool balladeer who of songwriting. Hosted by Martin Kerr - all of whom each will share backstories can turn ordinary moments Alberta songwriter Ryan are passionate about tell- and insight into their writ- into lessons in wisdom and ing process. Each will play a grace. Every time he takes few of their favourite songs, the stage, he gives all he has and will be challenged to to offer, and something spe- perform a cover of some- cial happens. one else’s work in their own Hannah Gazso is a 16 year stripped-down style. Singer old singer-songwriter from Songwriter Night with Ryan Ardrossan. Her passion Langlois at Horizon Stage lies in storytelling, and she on Saturday, March 7 prom- loves to share her music ises to be filled with laugh- with anyone who will lis- ter, behind-the-scenes ten. She has a homegrown turmoil, and vulnerability coffeehouse country style – any of which can be the that is sure to catch your basis of a good song. attention. Back from her The former lead singer of third trip to Nashville, she The Boom Chucka Boys, is looking forward to what Ryan Langlois’ solo career this year will bring her! has earned him three Al- berta Country Music Award Continued on Page 9 February 25, 2020 CommunityVOICE Page 7 BARRHEAD RCMP REPORT Courtesy of ceived six theft complaints 2 a trailer and two snow ma- staff and a customer and R.W. Dodds, Sgt this week. An attempted chines were stolen from a demanded cash. During the NCO i/c Barrhead De- Break and Enter was re- residence in Barrhead. Also confrontation one round tachment, RCMP ported at the Barrhead Golf on February 2, a stock trail- was discharged from the Club. Thieves apparently er was stolen. The trailer firearm. Fortunately no- February 6 through Feb- tried without success to was recovered the same day body was injured and the ruary 13 gain entry and nothing was after being abandoned by suspect left with cash and A 22 year old Barrhead reported stolen. On January the thieves. Two shoplifters other property. The male male is facing several 30 another catalytic con- were reported on February left with an accomplice in charges after he spit on a verter was reported stolen. 5. Surveillance video is be- a light colored Dodge truck police officer on February A motor home parked in ing reviewed and a suspect which was later located 12. Members were called to the area of 43A Street was vehicle has been identified. on fire. Police were able to an apartment in Barrhead targeted. Welding cable On January 30 a lone male identify one male suspect after EMS requested their was reported stolen from a entered the and he was arrested the fol- assistance with a combative truck parked on 50 Avenue Fas Gas armed with a long lowing day after a brief pur- patient. The male was sub- on January 31. On February gun. The male confronted suit and remains in custody. dued and hand cuffed and was being escorted to the police car when he man- aged to spit in the face of the member escorting him. The suspect then made death threats against the member. The male spent the night in custody and was released the following morning on a number of conditions. There were five theft com- plaints received this week. A power cord was stolen from a business in Barrhead on February 6 or 7. On Feb- ruary 9, a security camera was reported stolen from a residence in Barrhead. On February 9, another catalyt- ic converter was reported stolen from a parked vehi- cle in Barrhead. Two bat- teries were reported stolen from machinery parked in the County of Barrhead on February 11. Finally, on Feb- ruary 10, a licence plate was reported stolen from a vehi- cle. The exact date or place of the theft is unknown but police are looking from Al- berta licence BKJ 7656. January 30 through Feb- ruary 5 Barrhead Detachment re- Page 8 CommunityVOICE February 25, 2020 February 25, 2020 CommunityVOICE Page 9 Five Alberta Artists Gather to Share Their Songs and Stories Continued from Page 6 Bulls-Eye, reached Top 6 tion in the Canadian Song- the audience joins in for the on iTunes Country music writing Competition. line “I’m not bad myself but Maddison Krebs, a sing- chart. -based sing- you’re amazing.” er-songwriter from South- Mark Times from Stony er-songwriter Martin Kerr If you’ve ever wanted to ern Alberta, got her first Plain is a novelist with a built his career as a busker. know the stories behind guitar when she was six Gibson, plucking stories He has been an indepen- the songs don’t miss Sing- so she could put her poet- from the windswept prairies dent musician for 10 years er Songwriter Night with ry to music. She won ole and humming to the slow and has achieved some in- Ryan Langlois at Horizon Media Management’s “On clack of typewriter keys. His credible things during that Stage on Saturday, March 7 The Spot” competition and work is the product of raw time, including selling out at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are just signed a publishing and re- emotion filtered through a the Winspear Centre twice $25 for everyone and they cord deal in 2016. She has thoughtful process, distill- and landing an album in may be purchased at the performed at Big Valley ing songs that are just the the Canadian Top 10. Often City Hall Ticket Centre (315 Jamboree, Canadian Music right amount of head and compared to James Taylor, Jespersen Ave), by phone Week, Folk Alliance Inter- heart. His self-titled 2017 Kerr’s powerful voice and at 780-962-8995 or 1-888- national, Stampede EP earned him nominations intricate songwriting has 655-9090, and online by and The Bluebird Cafe in for the Singer/Songwriter earned him praise from visiting horizonstage.com Nashville. Her single “Real and Roots/Folk Recording the likes of Sarah McLach- and clicking on the ‘Tickets’ Real Thing” charted in of the Year at the Edmon- lan and Bruce Cockburn. link. the Top 40 on Radio Dis- ton Music Awards, while the His song ‘You’re Amazing’ ney Country and her EP, track “Saskatchewine” re- has been the soundtrack ceived an honourable men- to summer festivals where Page 10 CommunityVOICE February 25, 2020

Bridal GuideFebruary 2020

Your Guide to Planning Your Big Day Filled with helpful planning advice, savvy how-to tips and the latest wedding trends, as well as a host of local wedding vendors here to help you plan the perfect day! February 25, 2020 CommunityVOICE Page 11

CATER WEDDING MENUS TO BridalGUESTS’ Guide DIETARY NEEDS Gone are the days when trying to avoid gluten. The vice. Although couples might make appropriate choices. wedding reception menus Gluten Free Agency, which like the tradition and flair that • Offer alternatives for des- were limited to the one-size- is a consulting group ded- a seated/plated meal offers, sert. Wedding cake can be fits-all offerings of meat, icated to helping advertis- it creates a much more lim- a challenge to someone with chicken or fish. Thanks to ers, says some nine million ited selection of meal op- a gluten sensitivity or an modern diets, couples hop- people in are going tions. Buffet-style dinner ser- egg or a nut allergy. While ing to accommodate guests gluten-free now for medical vice often provides couples not every guest indulges in may need to provide a wide or personal reasons. Toss with multiple choices, and it’s dessert, make it a point to array of food choices. in the scores of people with much more likely they can offer an alternative to cake. It is impossible to pinpoint an peanut or other allergies and come up with a combination Perhaps a groom’s cake can exact number, as there are even more caution is needed that caters to any food aller- be revamped into gluten-free no definitive surveys classi- when designing wedding gies or dietary restrictions cookie bars or a nut-free tri- fying all dietary preferences, menus. guests may have. fle. but there are believed to be Savvy couples who have • Opt for food stations. In lieu Couples who know in ad- around 7.9 million people in guests’ health and comfort of one long buffet table, a vance which types of dietary the United States who follow in mind recognize the im- modern approach is to have restrictions their guests have a vegetarian-based diet. Of portance of offering a varied staffed food stations. Foods can work with caterers to those people, around one meal plan for wedding-re- as well as their ingredients devise a menu that suits ev- million are strictly vegan, lated parties and receptions. can be clearly stated on food eryone. according to data in The The following are some table placards so guests can Economist. In addition, ideas to consider when plan- NYU Langone Health says ning wedding menus. one-third of Americans are • Consider a buffet-style ser- DID YOU KNOW? December may not mark the 7,230 weddings were sched- peak of wedding season, but uled for December 31, 2017. many couples tie the knot at Flowing champagne, extra the culmination of the hol- vacation days during the hol- iday season. According to idays and long weekends, The Knot, a leading wedding as well as the merry atmo- industry resource and infor- sphere of the holiday season mation site, New Year’s Eve can make New Year’s Eve a weddings are popular. A poll great time to get hitched. from The Knot found that Page 12 CommunityVOICE February 25, 2020

HOW TO PLAN A BridalWEDDING Guide CEREMONY Months of planning is par for ing readings to honoring loved venue close to the ceremony ried in the faith, and there the course for couples about ones to immersing oneself in site. This keeps guests, some may be some aspects of the to tie the knot. Much of that his or her faith, these tips can of whom may be out-of-town- ceremony that you cannot planning concerns the re- help couples plan their perfect ers who have already traveled cut short or modify. But if ception, and rightfully so. ceremony. extensively, from spending you have wiggle room, try to Receptions last longer than • Give the ceremony too much time on the road keep the ceremony to around ceremonies, and couples are equal footing with the recep- during the day of the wedding. 30 minutes; otherwise, you often involved in every recep- tion. Spend time trying to put • Get to know the offi- run the risk of guests getting tion detail, from picking the a personalized spin on the ciant. The officiant should be antsy, especially if children appetizers to serve during preceedings, whether that someone with whom you both are in the audience. cocktail hour to choosing the entails writing your own vows feel comfortable. This person • Decorate the cere- final song before everyone or choosing moving music should know you well enough mony space. While the altar calls it a night. But it’s equally that means something to you. that he or she can preside and aisle are key places to important that couples devote When given ample attention, over the ceremony and add draw attention, couples also considerable attention to their seemingly minor details can sentiments that come across can dress up the chairs/pews, wedding ceremonies. make for a special, memora- as authentic and personal- ceiling (if allowed), and en- A wedding ceremony might ble ceremony. ized. trance to the space to make it not last long, but it is the most • Choose a ceremony • Do your best to welcoming and romantic. crucial component of a cou- location that is close to the re- avoid especially lengthy cer- Even wedding ceremonies ple’s wedding day and can ception site. If a ceremony will emonies. Couples will need that likely won’t run long can even set the tone for the rest take place in a house of wor- to meet the religious require- benefit from some pre-wed- of the festivities. From choos- ship, try to choose a reception ments if they are getting mar- ding planning. February 25, 2020 CommunityVOICE Page 13

BAND OR DJ? HOW ABOUT BOTH? Few elementsBridal can make or Guidevibe of the room, tailoring a from an extensive digital li- a late-night dance party. break a couple’s wedding playlist around that overall brary, while bands may not Some music vendors also day more than entertain- mood. Plus, bands offer live be able to learn and perform do a combination of live and ment. While factors like the performances, which adds a song in time. prerecorded music. They weather are beyond couples’ an extra special element to Couples who can be flexible may have live singers who control, ensuring guests the occasion that can’t be with their entertainment bud- accompany recorded tracks, have an opportunity to dance replicated at home. gets may be able to enjoy or digital instruments like or sing along to some good A DJ is a popular choice, and the best of both worlds. keyboards and drum pads music is something couples today’s DJs are often artists There is nothing that says a that can enhance recorded can emphasize as they plan in their own right. They know wedding cannot feature both songs. These also are op- their weddings. just how to select and seam- a live band and a DJ. Such a tions when selecting wed- When it comes to music, the lessly mix music to create wedding may just take a lit- ding music. two main options for wed- the mood and really keep tle more planning. Consider There is no right or wrong dings are a live band or a the party going. Couples the scenario of bringing in answer when it comes to disc jockey. Each has its who prefer to hear original a band for the cocktail hour setting the soundtrack for a share of advantages and versions of particular songs - and perhaps an hour or more wedding. A band, DJ or com- disadvantages. A live band especially for their first dance during the dinner service bination thereof can make may be more expensive, but song - often prefer DJs. The of the reception when live the occasion even more it can get the crowd excited. popular wedding planning music can accompany the memorable. A good bandleader also acts resource The Knot also says meal. After that, a DJ can as a master of ceremonies that it is often no problem for take over and drive the fes- and can pay attention to the a DJ to find and play a song tivities up another notch with Page 14 CommunityVOICE February 25, 2020 START A SMOKE-FREE AND VAPE-FREE LIFE Submitted by Alber- • Unsalted sunflower seeds Think of a positive mantra— where people can’t smoke, ta Health Services, my- • Crunchy veggies such as perhaps “I will beat this and such as going to the movies. health.alberta.ca carrots and celery be smoke-free”—and repeat • If sitting around after • Herbal or decaffeinated it over and over if you feel meals is a trigger, get up and You’re ready to start a tea negative thoughts slipping move. Do the dishes, brush smoke-free and vape-free • Stress ball, fidget spinner in. your teeth, call a friend, go life. Here are some sugges- or Rubik’s Cube 3. Avoid your triggers for a walk or go to the gym. tions for you, as you get • Supplies for current or Triggers may include plac- 4. Find help ready to make the change. new hobbies such as knit- es, people or situations that QuitCore is a free group 1. Stock up on supplies ting or painting. cause you to want to smoke support program that pro- Withdrawal on the first 2. Stay positive or vape. Everyone has their vides Albertans 18 years day—and after—can be in- Try not to let negative own triggers, so know yours and up with the tools and tense. thoughts overtake you. and avoid them where pos- skills they need to quit va- Using nicotine replace- Quitting is hard, and for the sible. ping and using tobacco. ment therapy or pharma- first few days you’ll need to Remember the four Ds: The program consists of six cotherapy doubles your take it one hour at a time. delay, deep breathe, drink 90-minute sessions over a chance of successfully But remember, you’ve got (water) and do. period of up to nine weeks quitting. Get advice from a this. Make a list of your rea- Here are more tips for at various locations around pharmacist or your doctor. sons for quitting and keep overcoming common trig- the province. And have lots of healthy it handy—in your wallet, on gers: To get help, text: ABQUITS snacks and gadgets on hand your fridge door, even taped • Alcohol can reduce your to 123456. Or call 1-866- to help with cravings, keep to your computer at work. resolve to stay quit. Consid- 710-7848. your hands busy and keep Try to focus on why you er drinking water or herbal Or join a group in your you distracted. Common chose to quit in the first tea as alternatives. community to share your supplies include: place and envision how • Avoid caffeine, as it’s a stories, learn new coping • Gum or mints good you’ll feel when you major trigger and can give strategies and celebrate • Cinnamon sticks are smoke-free for good! you the jitters. Try an alter- milestones together. To find nate beverage like tea, juice a session near you and to or water. get customized email tips • Stress can trigger an urge about quitting, go to www. to vape or smoke, so try to albertaquits.ca. stay calm and do some deep Lastly, remember that set- breathing. Consider yoga or backs sometimes happen. meditation to help you stay They don’t mean you’ve relaxed. failed. Slipping up is a nor- • Avoid being around other mal part of the process, and people who smoke or vape. we learn new things each This might be hard if your time we try. It is possible to family or friends smoke or successfully stop smoking. vape, but ask that they don’t Sometimes you have to just smoke or vape around you keep trying. and organize activities February 25, 2020 CommunityVOICE Page 15 Page 16 CommunityVOICE February 25, 2020 Classified Ads

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FARMERS MARKETS month 5040. the Spruce Grove/Stony Plain area once a SANGUDO: Tues, United Church, 6:00pm. SANGUDO ART GROUP: Wednesdays 9am- month. Call Chris 780-963-6997. FARMERS’ MARKET: Fridays Sharon 785-2095 or Marlene 786-4646. 12pm at Sangudo Community School. Info DARWELL & DISTRICT AG SOCIETY 11-3pm, Someplace Else Youth Centre 10612 STONY PLAIN: Thurs evening, Stony Plain call 780-785-2112. MEETINGS, 8:00pm, 1st Monday, Darwell 102 St., Ph: 780-954-2437 *Feb 14, 2020 - Dec United Church. Susan (780) 968-0869 SPIRITUAL LIVING STONY PLAIN DDRA MEETING, 7:00pm, 2nd Mon, Darwell 18, 2020. SPRUCE GROVE: Wed 8:45am at Anglican INSPERATIONAL CINEMA & DISCUSSIONS Centennial Hall 780-892-3099. *except Jul/ Church, 131 Church Rd. Christiane 960-1109 at PERC Building (5413-51 St). 2nd Friday of Aug/Dec BINGO month at 7pm. Popcorn provided, donations GIRL GUIDES, BROWNIES & SPARKS Thurs, YOUR COMMUNITY appreciated. Contact 780-940-3032 6:30pm, Onoway Heritage Centre. Info Laura, BARRHEAD ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION: SPIRITUAL LIVING STONY PLAIN 780-967-1004. Doors 5:30pm, games start 7pm. Games: #7, MAYERTHORPE LEGION BR. #126: Seniors’ Floor Curling – Thurs @ 1pm. Fun Darts – GATHERING at PERC Building (5413-51 St). GREENCOURT COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION Jack Pot, Mini Jack Pot, Loonie #1 & #2. Every 2nd & 4th Sunday of month. Meditation meet 2nd Tuesday, monthly at 7:30pm at the CHERHILL BINGO: Tuesdays at Cherhill Thurs @ 7pm. Wings Night – Every Wed 5-8pm. Steak & Fish Night – 1st Friday of 10am, inspirational sharing 10:30am. PH 780- hall. Info W. Jager (780) 786-4648. Community Association. Doors @ 6:30pm, 940-3032 GriefShare: WEEKLY GRIEF SUPPORT Games @ 7:30pm. month 5-8pm. Everyone welcome. For more info please call 780-786-2470. WHITECOURT SENIORS CIRCLE DROP IN GROUP held on Tuesdays 6:30 - 8:30 pm, CHERHILL LEGION: First Sunday of Month. CRIB 1st & 3rd Sundays 1:00pm. 780-778- starting Feb 25 at Crossroads Community Doors Open 12:00pm ONOWAY ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION: Open Tuesdays 7pm to 10pm for “Games’’ 4950 Church, 4719 44 Ave, Mayerthorpe. 13-weeks RICH VALLEY COMMUNITY HALL BINGO: WRITERS PROGRAM: Mayerthorpe Library, for just $25. Call 780-786-2695 to register. 7:30pm. Loonie Pots. Next bingos February (pool, shuffleboard, darts, cards, etc.) Fridays st rd 3pm-10pm. Friday’s Family Friendly Dinner, 1 & 3 Wednesday at 1pm. KINETTE CLUB OF MAYERTHORPE, 7:30pm 19. at Kinsmen Hall, 1st Tues of month. Contact: STONY PLAIN SENIOR’S DROP-IN CENTRE, 5:30pm (open to the public). MEETINGS PROBLEMS WITH DRUG OR ALCOHOL [email protected], Tracy: public bingo every Tues, 7pm. All ages 780-786-0161. welcome. Phone (780) 963-6685 ADDICTION in a loved one? Contact 1ST ONOWAY SCOUTS: Registration, Drug Rehab Resource free confidential Mondays 6:30-8pm. Beavers 5-7; Cubs 8-11; LAC STE ANNE ARMY CADETS, Thurs, 6:30- WHITECOURT SENIORS CIRCLE, Every 9:30pm at Onoway Museum (780) 967-0443 Tuesday. Open @ 5pm, 1st call @ 6:45pm, consultation. 1-866-649-1594 or www. Scouts 12-14. Kim 967-4339. drugrehabresource.net. 2716 ROYAL CANADIAN ARMY CADETS, LAC STE ANNE COMMUNITY CHOIR, Nevadas, Concession. 780-778-4950 *Sept Wednesdays 7pm at the Heritage Centre in - June SPRUCE GROVE ELEVATOR TOURS, Tues- Wednesdays 6:30-9:00pm at Mayerthorpe Sat, 9:00-3:00pm. Info 960-4600. Legion. Youths 12-18yrs, Call 780-515-1842 Alberta Beach (50+ Club behind the hotel). MEAT DRAWS UNITED CHURCH THRIFT SHOP: North 299 ROYAL CANADIAN SEA CADETS Further info, call Diane @ 780 924-2348. LAC STE. ANNE & LAKE ISLE WATER end Curling Rink, Onoway. Open Fri & Sat, CORPS MACKENZIE: Stony Plain Comm rd ALBERTA BEACH MUSEUM: Every Sat 4pm, 10am-4pm. Center, Wed 6:30pm. Youths 12-18, 963-0843 QUALITY MANAGEMENT SOCIETY: 3 Fri, Alberta Beach Hotel VOLUNTEER TUTOR ADULT LITERACY 3053 (LAC STE ANNE) ROYAL CANADIAN 7pm, Alberta Beach Council Chambers. ALBERTA BEACH: Lac Ste Anne Community LAKE ISLE HALL COMMUNITY HALL PROGRAM: Need assistance with reading/ ARMY CADET CORPS, Onoway Historical rd Choir & Onoway Minor Hockey Meat Draw - writing, English language (ESL) or Basic Centre, Wed. 6:45-9:30pm. FREE program BOARD MEETINGS: 3 Wed of each month Sundays, 4:00pm at Jungle’s Bar & Grill. Computer skills? Free 1-on-1 tutoring! Carla for youths 12+, Contact 3053army@cadets. @ 7:30pm at the Lake Isle Hall (Hwy 633 and BARRHEAD ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION: Burkell, 780-554-2940, email: literacy@lsac. gc.ca or 780-886-1586 RR55) Ph # 780-892-3121 Fridays 6:00pm. Queen Of Hearts draw & MAYERTHORPE HOSPITAL AUXILIARY ca 526 BARRHEAD AIR CADETS, Wed 6:30- th 50/50. WATER SAMPLE DROP OFF: Tues Onoway 9:30pm, High School. Ages 12-18. 780-305- ASSOC, every 4 Mon, 5pm in Hospital ONOWAY ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION: Aspen Health Services. Drop off 1:00-2:30pm. 7233 Basement Education Room. Fridays, Ph. 780-967-5361 MAYERTHORPE LEGION BR. #126: 755 PARKLAND AIR CADETS Thurs, 6:30- nd STONY PLAIN ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION SOCIAL EVENTS 9:30pm Muir Lake School, ages 12-18. Info call Meetings 2 Mon of month at 7:30pm. For BR# 256: Saturdays @ 3:00pm. Meat Draw 405-6585 or www.755aircadets.com. more info please call 780-786-2470. & 50/50. ALBERTA BEACH & DISTRICT ACTIVE 50+ MEN FOR SOBRIETY: Wednesdays at CLUB ACTIVITIES: Mon 7pm Darts; Tues AA - MAYERTHORPE, Kingsmen Hall, Thurs WHITECOURT LEGION: Saturdays 4:00pm. 8pm. (780) 786-2604 or (780) 786-1927 7:30pm, FCSS Building (#105, 505 Queen Located downtown behind the CIBC. 7:30pm Crib; Wed 1pm Bridge. Thurs 7:30pm Street, Spruce Grove). Mike (780) 965-9991. Euchre; Mon, Wed, Fri 8:30am Aerobics/ AA - SANGUDO GOLDEN CLUB, Tues 8pm call 786-4402/785-9214/785-3599 MS SOCIETY PARKLAND COMMUNITY MEALS ON WHEELS Fitness. Everyone Welcome. SUPPORT GROUP Are you diagnosed BADMINTON: Wed, 7-10pm, Barrhead AL-ANON - ONOWAY: Meetings are at ONOWAY: LSAC Div 1 & 2, East of Hwy 43. 7:00pm, Tuesday evenings, at the Onoway with MS and have questions? Last Tues of High School Gym. Jamie (780)674-8974 or month, 7-9pm, Westview Health Centre. Hazel Bourke: 780.967.2338 or bhbourke@ (780)674-6974. United Church. *Meetings suspended till icloud.com May 5, 2020 Cassy 780-471-3034 *Sept–June BALLROOM, LATIN, COUNTRY DANCE NA MEETING, Tuesdays 7:00pm Poplar WEST END: Sangudo, Mayerthorpe & west SOCIAL: 1st Saturday of every month. Doors AL-ANON Wednesdays, 8pm. Spruce Grove end of LSAC. Jill: 780.785.2924 or Donna: United Church, 1A Fieldstone Dr. 780-962- Valley Church (780)514-6011 open 8pm at Central Lions Recreation ONOWAY & DIST HERITAGE SOCIETY: 780.785.3118 or email: westendmow@ Center, 11113 113 St., Edmonton AB. Cost $15 5205 nd outlook.com ALBERTA 55 PLUS: Villenvue Hall at 10am. 2 Wed of each month, 7:00pm, Onoway paid at the doors. Hosted by Everyone’s nd Legion Ballroom Dance Assoc, More info: www. Meetings on 2 Tues of month. Info: Donna JAMBOREES 780-962-5933 ONOWAY & DISTRICT HISTORICAL GUILD: ebda.ca 780-893-6828 3rd Wed 7pm, Onoway Museum. 967-5263 or nd ALBERTA BEACH & DIST LIONS CLUB CARVEL: 2 Sunday of month. $6 lunch COME PLAY CRIB: Fridays, 7:30pm at th 967-2452. served. Info 780-991-3001 Darwell Seniors Hall; lite lunch is served. All meets every 4 Tues 7:00pm, Alberta Beach Agliplex. ONOWAY & DISTRICT QUILT GUILD: Every MAGNOLIA: at Magnolia Hall. 2nd Saturday ages! nd ALBERTA BEACH AG SOCIETY meets on 2 Thurs, 10am-4pm, @ the Lac Ste. Anne of Month, New Time is 1:00pm. Call to COUNTRY QUILTERS in Stony Plain house th Chateau Activity Room. Info, Ph Lyla @ 780- confirm, 727-2015. *October - May, NO Dec. a “Sew in Tuesday”, 2nd Tuesday of every the 4 Thurs of month, 7:00pm, Alberta Beach Agliplex. 967-2629. SANGUDO: Sangudo Community Hall, 1st month, from 10-3pm. Drop in $5/member, ONOWAY ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION ALBERTA BEACH MUSEUM meets on the st Sat of month 7pm. 785-4105 or 305-5088. $6/non-members. Contact Cindy 780-963- nd General Meetings, 1 Mon, 7pm. *Sept–June *October - May. 7170. 2 Wed, 7:00pm at Heritage House 924-3167. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: The Journey RICH VALLEY AG SOCIETY BOARD SPRUCE GROVE: at Sandhills Community JR. SCRAPBOOKING Wed 4–6pm. Pre- nd of Hope Group, Fridays 8pm, (please MEETINGS: at the Agriplex on the 2 Wed Hall, 3rd Sunday, 1-5pm. Info Florence register by Tues evg. Mayerthorpe Public of the month. 7:00pm. 780-962-3104 Margaret 780-962-3051 Library www.mayerthorpelibrary.ab.ca arrive earlier). Present location in church basement 4805 - 50 St. Onoway RIVER TALKERS TOASTMASTERS CLUB *September - June. (780)786-2404 Build confidence, speaking, leadership & STONY PLAIN: Stony Plain Seniors Drop In “ME, YOU, & EVERYBODY” Fun new BARRHEAD & AREA CANCER SUPPORT GROUP: 4th Thurs. 6:30-8:00pm at Barrhead listening skills. Thursdays 7-9PM at Eagle Center, 5018 - 51 Ave. Every 2nd & 4th Thurs of local program for people of all ages with River Casino. Call Melinda Tarcan, (780)778- month, 7pm, $2. disabilities. Thursdays @ Alberta Beach United Church. BARRHEAD ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION, 1180. THE ABBOTTSFIELD VARIETY MUSIC JAM: Agliplex from 10:00-11:00am starting May. nd SANGUDO PAINTING GROUP: Every Thurs, at Abbotsfield Rec Centre (3006 119 Ave. Funded Lac Ste Anne FCSS. meeting every 2 Thurs, 7pm at the Legion Hall. 9am-12pm at Sangudo Community School. Edmonton) 3rd Friday of month, 7pm. PH: ONOWAY GOLDEN CLUB: Cards Tuesdays, Info, call 780-785-2112. 780-918-8545, Adm: Donations Only. 1pm. 1st Tuesday: Pot Luck Supper. 5023 49 CHERHILL COMMUNITY ASSOC. Monthly Meeting 1st Wednesday, 8pm at the Hall. 785- SUNDOWNERS TOASTMASTER CLUB: Mon WHITECOURT SENIORS CIRCLE: 2nd Ave. 780-967-3436. (excl. Holidays) 7:30-9:30pm. St. Matthew’s Sunday of the month 1-5pm, $5/Adm Door ONOWAY HAVE FUN & GET FIT! Excercise 2825 *Except Jan, July, Aug, Sept. CHERHILL SILVER & GOLD SENIORS CLUB Church, Spruce Grove. Judy 960-5258 prizes & 50/50 draw. 780-778-4950 *Nov - Class with Video La Blast. Fridays 10:30am at st WEIGHT WATCHERS Alberta Beach June the Drop in Centre, 5023-49 Ave. PH: 780- Regular Meetings 1 Tuesday of month, Cherhill Seniors Hall. Call Rosamy 780-785- Agriplex - Mondays, weigh in 6:30pm. 967-2056. Meeting at 7pm. rd 2625 TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) PANCAKE/BREAKFAST SOCIAL: 3 Sunday WESTLOCK & AREA CANCER SUPPORT 9:00-11:30am, Parkland Village Community CHERISHED MEMORIES, PARENTS & TOTS rd ALBERTA BEACH: Tuesdays, Weigh-in 6:00- Wed & Fri, 10-12pm, Alberta Beach Agliplex. GROUP: 3 Wed. 6:30-8:00pm at Westlock 6:45pm. Meeting 7:00pm. Alberta Beach Centre. *except June, July, August Library. RIVER TALKERS TOAST MASTERS CLUB, Info call 780-902-4879 or 780-999-7622. Lutheran Church, Hwy 633. 967-5009. *Sept-June. EDMONTON: Thurs 8:30-10am at Annex of Thursdays, 7-9pm. 32 Whitecourt Ave. Hilltop Community Church. Info Lorainne 286- Citizens Helping In Life’s Defence Grace United Church (6215-104 Ave). $7/ (C.H.I.L.D) Join our Pro-Life meetings for Page 20 CommunityVOICE February 25, 2020

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