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5 SCHOOL SHOUT-OUTS: QUEEN ELIZABETH SCHOOL NEWS

6 WHCA MEMBER CARD DISCOUNTS

7 WHCA EVENTS AND PROGRAMS

10 SCHOOL SHOUT-OUTS: WEST HILLHURST COMMUNITY PRESCHOOL

12 WCHA EXTERNAL PROGRAMS

14 CALGARY PUBLIC LIBRARY

15 BUSINESS CLASSIFIEDS

17 NORTHWEST WARRIORS HOCKEY

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15 17 Disclaimer: The opinions expressed within any published article, report or submission reflect those of the author and should not be considered to reflect those of Great News Media and the West Hillhurst Community and/ or Residents’ Association. The information contained in this newsletter is believed to be accurate but is not warranted to be so. Great News Media and the West Hillhurst Community and/or Residents’ Association do not endorse any person or persons advertising in this newsletter. Publication of any advertisements should not be considered an endorsement of any goods or services. Your Westhills Warbler - Designed, manufactured, and delivered monthly to 3,700 households by: GREAT NEWS MEDIA Magazine Editors Alexa Takayama Jocelyn Taylor [email protected] Design | Graphics Joanne Bergen Print & Digital Marina Litvak Freddy Meynard TARGETED Erica Morton MARKETING Carolina Tatar BY COMMUNITY Advertising Sales Sam Brown Cindy DeJager Brittany Duval Carol Ann Rhyno [email protected] | 403 720 0762

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4 APRIL 2020 I Call 403-263-3044 for advertising opportunities school shout-outs

Queen Elizabeth School Queen Elizabeth School News by Hamish MacAulay

Queen Elizabeth School welcomes students, teach- West Hillhurst ers and parents back to school after a deserved Spring Community Association Break. This April we have our community social event, the Spring Fling, and a request for help with our school 1940 – 6 Avenue NW, Calgary AB T2N 0W3 council. P: 403-283-0464 • F: 403-270-0482 [email protected] • www.westhillhurst.com Facility Administration Hours: Mon-Fri 8-4 Spring Fling Building Closed all Civic/Stat Holidays Be sure to pick up your tickets for our April 24th spring dance and fund-raiser. Tickets can be purchased online WHCA Board Of Directors and always go fast for this school-year highlight. Check President Patrick Craddock [email protected] out the school website www.school.cbe.ab.ca/school/ Vice President Jan Cerny [email protected] QueenElizabeth or our Facebook (@qparents) and Twit- Past President Christian Wulff [email protected] ter (@qeeyyc) feeds for information on the event and Treasurer Jordan Stuart [email protected] volunteering. You do have to attend the dance with Secretary VACANT [email protected] your child(ren) so why not check Signup Genius for a Committee Chair Persons chance to volunteer as well! This is not a CBE event so Planning [email protected] volunteer clearance is not required to help at the dance. Transportation [email protected] Newsletter [email protected] Community [email protected] Queen Elizabeth Needs You Engagement The Queen Elizabeth School Council and the Queen Capital Projects [email protected] Elizabeth Elementary Program Enhancement Society Community Garden [email protected] (QEEPES) are the link between parents, our school and Directors the Calgary Board of Education. Every year, they need David Best Anar Ramji parents to step forward and volunteer as part of the Stacy Ewing Marc Rosso council to make Queen Elizabeth our great school. The James Heater Michael Strilchuk time commitment is small, often a few hours or less a Jason Holley David Quaintance week, and you get to see firsthand our school’s suc- Cheryl Jacobs Dale Voight cesses and challenges. Come to our next meeting and The Warbler is the community newsletter for the resident of West Hillhurst. Our goal at the Warbler check the Get Involved tab on the school website to find is to capture the attention and interest of the local community and keep residents informed of community news, events and programs. out more. On Site Facility Contacts On site after hours assistance 403-651-9679 Connections Learn to Skate [email protected] The Queen Elizabeth School website has been updat- Preschool [email protected] ed to help parents access school information. The QES Squash & Tennis Bookings 403-283-0464 ext. 1 Squash & Fitness Supervisor [email protected] Messenger is now part of the news feed. For timely up- 403 283-0464 ext. 1 dates of School Council and school community events Facility Administrator Carla Fiorentino connect with Facebook @qparents or Twitter @qeeyyc. [email protected] 403-283-0464 ext. 6

west hillhurst I a P R I L 2020 5 whca member card discounts by Kyle Ceelen

Members of the West Hillhurst Community Association have access to an extensive range of activities, sports, events, seminars, and more. A WHCA Membership also comes with some exclusive benefits and discounts at local businesses. We’re always adding new partners to our benefits program, so keep an eye out every month for new sponsors.

Exclusive Member Card Discounts: Contact [email protected] or call • Amato Gelato – 10% off 403.283.0464 ext. 3 for sponsorship and advertising opportunities including spaces in the arena, • Holiday Inn Express & Suites (University of Calgary gymnasium, squash courts and more. location only) – 10% off on room bookings No membership card? No problem! Come see us at the • Bowtown Music – 5% off products (excluding classes) administration office to get yours. • Kensington Wine Market – 10% off wines, 5% off To register for WHCA free member programs visit: beer/spirits westhillhurst.com. • Framed on Fifth – 10% off framing services Membership cards must be shown. Online administration fees go back to WHCA. • Cadence Chiropractic, Sport & Health – 20% off FIRST 60 or 90-min. massage and 20% off your initial Acupuncture & Treatment • Canary Goods – 10% off GENERAL MANAGER’s MESSAGE • Showhome Furniture – 25% off regular priced items, 15% off custom items Hello WHCA Community! • SunnyCider – 10% off any cider purchase in the tap room. Our Squash Championships were a big hit again this year. Congratulations to all the winners! • Vine Styles – 10% off excluding already discounted items We are getting close to having some major projects • Superior Vacuums – 5% off any purchase or service done in our building, including the HVAC for the dressing rooms, updating the squash court • Ten Thousand Villages – 10% off purchases excluding glass walls and doors, renovating the preschool rugs, food, and sale items washroom, and adding some new flooring on the second floor. • District12 Photographics – 10% off regular portrait session We are also getting information on some bigger, potentially building changing upgrades so stay • The Barn Public House – 10% off total bill tuned. • Trinity Wellness Centre – 15% off your initial Easter is coming up, as is spring break, so I hope everyone gets to enjoy the time off and celebrate Acupuncture assessment and treatment with your families. • Benjamin Moore West Hillhurst Paint & Design – As always, if you have any ideas or concerns, please 15% discount on purchases stop by and see me. • Dignity Memorial – 10% savings on all preneed or Thank you. at-need funeral or cremation products and services, Bryan Polak cemetery interment rights, products and services. General Manager [email protected] Contact directly for details and conditions

6 APRIL 2020 I Call 403-263-3044 for advertising opportunities WHCA EVENTS AND PROGRAMS by John Mains Neighbourhood Garage Sale - Saturday, June 20 Sign up now for our community garage sale on Saturday Last Chance for Soccer! June 20 as part of Calgary’s Neighbour Day. Clean out We may have a few remaining spots open for spring the basement, kids’ rooms, and garage and host an event soccer. Register today at www.westhillhurst.com/soccer at your home. Registration is free to all WHCA member or email [email protected] with questions or homes, bright yellow lawn signs will be provided, and for more information. Soccer season runs from late April maps will be available online and at the WHCA. Register to late June. at westhillhurst.com or email programs@westhillhurst. Please note: active parent participation is a requirement com with your name and address. at all practices for U4 to U8 levels WHCA Free Member Programs Adult + Youth Spring Tennis Lessons – sign up now These programs are offered free to basic WHCA We are very excited to welcome Igal Novogrebelsky as members, please sign up at www.westhillhurst.com/ our tennis instructor for 2020 with weekly youth and freememberprograms as needed or contact John at adult lessons in May and June. [email protected] for help or more info on Check www.westhillhurst.com/tennis/ for more details any of these activities. and to register for all outdoor tennis lessons. 7 weeks of lessons for $90. The WHCA family membership is only $35 plus GST per year! Junior Beginner (5 + 6 yrs.) – Thursdays 5:00 – 6:00 pm • Family Gym Night Drop-In – Fridays 6:00 to 7:25 pm Junior Intermediate (7 to 9 yrs.) – Thursdays 6:00 to 7:00 pm Come out each week to enjoy a variety of sports like Junior Advanced (10 to 13 yrs.) – Thursdays 7:00 – 8:00 pm soccer, floor hockey, badminton, pickleball, , Adult Beginner – Tuesdays 6:00 – 7:00 pm skipping and hoops and more, all in a drop-in format Adult Advanced – Tuesdays 7:00 – 8:00 pm with equipment provided. Don’t forget your WHCA Community Garden Plots Now Available! membership card! Gym night ends for the season in We have a number of garden plots available to mid-May. rent for the 2020 season. More info can be found at • Tai Chi – Saturdays 9:30 to 10:30 am – Upper Studio A westhillhurst.com/whca-green-committee/or email us • Yoga – Wednesdays 7:45 – 8:45 pm – Upper Studio A at [email protected]. • Free Member Skate and “Sticks+Pucks” Times Kids Easter Party – Saturday April 11 – 1:15 to 2:45 pm Members are welcome to join us at the following days Sign up now for this fun family event. Featuring an Easter and times throughout April egg hunt, crafts and carnival games from 1:15 to 2 pm followed by a magic show with Magician Richard Young! Free Skates Family admission is only $20 for members, $25 non- Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 10:15 to 11:30 am members. This event is best suited for children 3 to 9 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 1:15 to 2:30 pm years old, but all are welcome. Sticks + Pucks Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 2:30 to 3:45 pm, Thursday Spruce It Up! - Saturday, May 2 - 10 am to 1 pm 1:15 to 2:30 pm. On Saturday, May 2 your WHCA will host the annual Spruce It Up community clean-up. Drive through • Please note – no organized games or training during the parking lot to take advantage of numerous these times stations for recycling and disposal of items such • Be prepared to show your WHCA card or proof of as electronics, paper shredding, household goods membership upon request donations, sports equipment donation, recyclable Email [email protected] for more info on deposit collection, paint, large waste bins and more. any programs and events Volunteers are needed to monitor the stations and assist with unloading so if you have time to help out please Like us on Facebook! www.facebook.com/WHCAab/ email [email protected], we need you!

west hillhurst I a P R I L 2020 7 2 pgs 03 WHCA Squash and fitness Centre Information WHCA SQUASH AND FITNESS CENTRE INFORMATION by Amanda Thompson (403) 283-0464 ext. 1 | [email protected] | www.westhillhurst.com Hours of Operation Monday - Friday 6:30am-9:00pm & Saturday/Sunday 8:00am-5:00pm Closed on stat holidays (Saturday & Sunday of long weekends 9am-4pm) WHCA SQUASH AND FITNESS CENTRE INFORMATION by Amanda Thompson 403-283-0464More information ext. 1 |on [email protected] any of the programs can | bewww.westhillhurst.com found by visiting our website or by emailing or Hourscalling of Ous.peration www.westhillhurst.com [email protected] (403) 283-0464 ext. 1 Monday - Friday 6:30am-9:00pm & Saturday/Sunday 8:00am-5:00pm ClosedAn annual on stat WHCA holidays membership (Saturday & Sunday is required of long for weekends all Squash 9am-4pm) & Fitness Centre Annual or Monthly pass Moreholders. information on any of the programs can be found by visiting our website or by emailing or calling us. An annual WHCA membership is required for all Squash & Fitness Centre Annual or Monthly pass holders. MEMBERSHMEMBERSHIPIP FEES FEES Package Access to Single Family Annual Platinum (all access) Squash courts, Tennis courts, Weight room $55/month or $79/month or $660/year $948/year Annual Squash & Tennis Squash courts, Tennis courts $41/month or $63/month or $492/year $756/year Annual Weight Room Weight room $30/month or $53/month or $360/year $636/year Spring / Summer Tennis Tennis $80/season $95/season One Month Platinum Squash courts, Tennis courts, Weight room $65/month One Month Squash & Tennis Squash courts, Tennis courts $47/month One Month Weight Room Weight room $40/month Group Fitness Class Drop-in Group Fitness Class $15/class Courts & Weight Room Drop-in Squash courts, Tennis courts, Weight room $12/visit Prices shown DO NOT include GST. DidPERSONAL you know? WHCA TRAINING offers personal training. Doug Tot Yoga & Art (Ages 3-5 unparented) and Christine are highly motivating, individuals who will Sundays March 29 – May 10 | 9-10am helpDoug you Scheerfind the (AFLCAinner drive Certified to want into Resistancereach your goals, Trai ning6 andweeks Fitness (art supplies for Older provided) Adults). all while working within your activity level to keep you Tot Dance – Funk Foundations (Ages 3-5 unparented) safe from injury. Christine Shudra [Certified Personal Trainer (MRU), FridaysAFLCA April Group 3 – Instructor,May 29 | 3-4pm Nutrition | 7 weeks Coach (SAIT)]. DougBoth Scheerare highly (AFLCA motivating, Certified individuals in Resistance who Trainingwill help (Note: you find for pastthe innerWHCA drive preschool to want students to reach that your partici- and Fitness for Older Adults). pated in this dance program - WHCA will no longer be goals, all while working within your activity level to keepable to you move safe your from child in jury.from Visitpreschool our website to dance). Christinewesthillhurst.com/personaltraining/ Shudra (Certified Personal Trainer or contact (MRU), [email protected] for more AFLCA Group Instructor, Nutrition Coach (SAIT)). Squash Fit - Beginner information. Fridays April 3 - June 5 | 11:00am-12:00pm For information on memberships, programs, personal 7 weeks – racquet & goggles provided – indoor shoes training,INTERNAL private GROUP lessons FITNESS (squash), & etc. COMMUNITY Please visit our FALL PROGRAMSmandatory website at www.westhillhurst.com/fitness-centre/, send usAll an WHCA email [email protected],members receive a 10% discount or give on us programming! a Youth Squash Prices Beginner below (Ages are 7-12) for non-members. call at (403) 283-0464 ext. 1 Fridays April 3 – June 5 | 1:30-2:30pm Spin - Family Friendly 7 weeks – racquet & goggles provided – indoor shoes SPRTuesING Nov PR 5-DecOGRAMS 10 (Nov 19th no class). 9:15-10:00am.mandatory $52 All WHCA members receive a 10% discount on Youth Squash Level 1 (Prerequisite – Youth Squash programming!HIIT Body Blast Beginner) InterVALSThu Sept (weight 12 - Nov room 28. training) 5:40-6:25 pm. $156 Fridays April 3 – June 5 | 2:30-3:30pm TuesdaysWeight & room Thursdays InterVALS OR Tuesdays Training or Thursdays (Tues or Thurs or7 weeksTues &– Thurs)racquet & goggles provided – indoor shoes Mar 31 - June 11 | 9:30-10:30am | 10 weeks mandatory T/Th Sept 24 - Dec 12. 9:30-10:30 am. $156 (1x week) OR $312 (2x week) 8 APRIL 2020 I Call 403-263-3044 for advertising opportunities

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Baby Music (6 months – 2.5 years) by Judy Dufort Mondays April 6 – June 15 | 9:15-10:15am | 9 weeks Wednesday, April 15, 2020 Confederation Park 55+ Activity Centre is hosting their famous FASHION Baby Music (6 months – 2.5 years) SHOW with wonderful and fashionable items for Wednesdays April 8 – June 10 | 9:15-10:15am | 10 weeks our very own Boutique. Tot Music (Ages 3-5 unparented) This event sells out every time. There are only 125 Wednesdays April 8 – June 10 | 11:30-am-12:30pm tickets available. To get your ticket please contact 10 weeks the office at 403 289-4780. Home Alone Course Or check us out on the website: This program prepares your youth for all the important yycseniors.com/event-3695726 steps of being ‘home alone.’ Without some basic skills, being on your own can be an unsafe and uncomfortable Saturday, April 18, 2020 Confederation Park 55+ situation. Let’s all work together to keep our youth safe Activity Centre is hosting the Calgary Housing and confident! Ages 10+ (younger siblings, grade one Forum. and up should also register and attend. Instructed by Please contact our office at 403 289-4780 to Child Safe Canada. Sunday May 3 | 10am-12pm | $30 register for the event. Babysitting Course Or register online at: The babysitter course covers the responsibilities of a yycseniors.com/event-3771047 babysitter, safety tips for children of all ages, first aid, mealtimes, stages of play and development, diapering babies, basic childcare skills, and what to do in case of an emergency. Each student will receive a full colour Child Safe Canada Babysitter Handbook and completion card. Instructed by Child Safe Canada. planning committee Sunday June 14 | 10am-5pm | $60 by Karen Dahl Ball Hockey Tournament for ALS (fundraiser) – COMING SOON! The West Hillhurst Planning Committee (WHPC) is a Sunday June 7 small but dedicated group of volunteers that meets We need our neighbourhood famililes to come out and on the third Monday of every month to review support this great cause. Chris Snow, husband, father development applications received from the city. of 2, NWW hockey coach and the Assistant GM of the Should the meeting fall on a holiday, it will be held is in for the fight of his life. Let’s stand on the Tuesday night. together. SNOWYSTRONG https://snowystrong.ca/ All residents and guests are welcome to attend!

For more info please access the following resources: • WHPC upcoming meetings, past meeting minutes and the WHPC Terms of Reference are posted on www.westhillhurst.com/planning • Go to developmentmap.calgary.ca to find details and timelines on specific development projects • Email the WHPC directly at [email protected]

west hillhurst I a P R I L 2020 9 Special Event Rentals school shout-outs

WHCA loves to rent our spaces for special occasions. Are you looking to host a special event? Check out the options for rentals and host your event today, perfect for: Birthdays, Anniversaries, small scale Sports and more. Are you planning to cater your event? Did you know that you will receive rental discounts when catering through the Barn Public House?

NEWDid you TO know THE we o er after by Lisa Kelly school hours? After Spring Break, we were ready to return to preschool AREA? and see our friends! March was a busy month, where Let us help you establish we focused on the works of different artists to help us a strong foundation here, with our learning. For example, the children enjoyed starting with your dental health! learning about Henri Matisse and used their cutting skills to recreate art work in his style. We also continued to develop our fine motor skills, using hammers and screws to help strengthen our hands and arms. What fun we had! The four-year-olds in the morning class also had Spanish sessions with our very own Miss Giulliana. The children enjoyed singing songs and being exposed to another language. We also spent time developing our role-play areas in Dr. Lauren Vredenburg the classroom, guided by the interests of the children. They greatly enjoyed our flower shop, and it was lovely CalgaryFineDentistry.com to see the interaction and language that came from this 1910-20th Ave NW, Suite 206 • 403-284-3061 experience. CCOMEOME CHECKCHECK US OUTOUT!! In March, we also developed our restaurant role-play, where the children took on the roles of chefs, customers and serving staff. What most impressed us is how eager the children were to take a lead in the development of Adult INDOOR/OUTDOOR Pickleball the role play, thinking up their own ideas for what they wanted to see in it. Great work everyone! Interested in learning the exciting and fun sport of Pickleball? Join the Calgary Pickleball Club (CPC) at For more information please visit our website: www.calgarypickleball.ca. Already know the game? www.westhillhurstpreschool.com and check out our Check out our schedule, online at and scroll to Facebook page ‘West Hillhurst Community Preschool’ to “Schedule of Play” for the West Hillhurst calendar. see all the exciting and fun things we get up too!

See website for calendar www.calgarypickleballclub.ca Phone: 403-283-0464 x 6

10 APRIL 2020 I Call 403-263-3044 for advertising opportunities What’s the plan for the future of this area?

Communities change and evolve over the years and we’re planning for future growth and development in this area.

In 20 or 30 years, your N community and the surrounding area will likely look and function differently than it does today. A local area plan is being created for a number of inner-city communities in northwest Calgary. Learn more about growth and redevelopment, why we’re working together now to plan for the future, and how you can get involved. Get Involved

Public engagement kicks- off late April and there will be ongoing participation opportunities throughout the next year.

Visit calgary.ca/Area4LAP to learn more and get involved.

Apply to join your Local Growth Planning Working Group

Are you passionate about your community? Do you have an interest in future growth? Are you curious about redevelopment and community planning?

We’re looking for locals who are passionate and committed to participate in the Area 4 Communities Working Group. This working group will provide key input into the Area 4 Communities project and will help ensure different viewpoints and perspectives are brought to the table.

Visit calgary.ca/Area4LAP to learn more and apply by April 19.

west hillhurst I a P R I L 2020 11 WHCA EXTERNAL PROGRAMS (Please contact organizer/organization directly for information)

by Susan Lenio Programs Spanning Multiple Please contact organizer/organization directly for Days a Week: information. Summit Kids (before and after school care) The West Hillhurst Community Association has a wide Mon-Fri. Ongoing. Contact for details. variety of programming available courtesy of our external www.summitkids.ca renters. With activities for all ages, schedules, and fitness levels, you can be sure there is something for everyone. GO Getters (Senior Programming) Mon-Sun. Ongoing. Contact for details. NEW Aromatherapy - Yin Yoga. Sunday 7-8pm and www.gogetters.ca Monday 7:45pm-8:45pm Ongoing. Rachel Joy Olsen [email protected] NCHL (Adult non-contact hockey league) Mon-Sun. Ongoing. Contact for details. Join us for a relaxing aromatherapy yin and restorative www.nchl.com yoga series. In each session, you will experience opening and relaxing postures paired with the essence of essential Pickleball oils designed to stretch your body to prevent injury Mon-Sun. Ongoing. Contact for details. during activity and enhance your health and wellness by www.calgarypickleballclub.com connecting you to your mind, body and spirit. Sportball (16mon-5ys) NEW Sole Girls Spring Programming ages 8-12 Mon-Sat. Ongoing. Contact for details. Wednesdays www.sportball.ca/calgary An empowerment program that combines a safe, inclusive NW Warriors Hockey environment with fun physical activity, discussion and Mon-Sun. Sept-Mar. Contact for details. mentorship to provide girls with tools to live a confident www.nwwarriorshockey.com and healthy life. Jazzercise with Judy Contact: Erin Eshom [email protected], 403-512- Mon/Wed. Ongoing. 6:00pm-7:00pm. [email protected] 3792 www.SoleGirls.org WSKO Alberta NEW Grow Young with Yoga for 55+ is a practice designed Mon/Thurs/Fri. Ongoing. for the older body. Each class includes 30 minutes of Mon- 6:35-8:35pm. Thurs 5-6pm (youth). warm-ups, 30 minutes of active poses and 15 minutes of Fri 6pm-8pm. Ken Noda [email protected] relaxation and meditation. Please join Melanie and other Yanzi Dance 55+ yogis to enhance your quality of life. To register please Mon/Sat. Ongoing. 7:30-9:00pm, 3:30-5:00pm. contact 403 860 5619 [email protected]. [email protected] Tuesdays 12:30pm and Thursdays at 11am. JKA Karate (jkaiwayama) Youth & Adult Classes NEW August 29-31 Hybrid Hockey Prep Camp Tues/Fri. Sept-June. 4:45pm-7:15pm / 4:45pm-7:00pm. West Hillhurst Arena www.jkaiwayama.com Skills sessions focused on preparing for evaluations (2/3s Irish Dance of the ice) Goaltending coaching focused on preparing for Tues/Thurs/Sat. Sept-June 6:30-8:30pm / 10:00-12:00pm. goalie evaluations. www.hybridhockey.net John Brady [email protected]

12 APRIL 2020 I Call 403-263-3044 for advertising opportunities Lisa Scott Bootcamp Programs Held Once a Week: Tues/Thurs. Sept-June. 9:15-10:15am. [email protected] Mondays Fight 34 Krav Maga • EnerJenics Core 4 Runners. Sept-June. 5:30pm-6:25pm. Tues/Thurs. Sept-June. 8-9:00pm. [email protected] Jennifer [email protected] Hybrid Hockey • Drop-in adult ball hockey. Sept-June. 9:00pm-10:30pm. Tues/Thurs. Spring 3on3, non-instructional days, June [email protected] power skating, Aug summer prep camp. Contact for Wednesdays details. www.HybridHockey.net • NEW Sole Girls. Spring. 403-512-3792. erin.solegirls@ Calgary Sport and Social Club (Volleyball, Floor gmail.com solegirls.org Hockey, Pickleball) • High Fitness. Ongoing. 7:10pm-8:10pm. Highfitness.com Tues/Wed/Thurs. Sept-August. Contact for details. Thursdays www.calgarysportsclub.com • Gee’s Martial Arts. Sept-June. 7:30pm-9:30pm. [email protected] AD Ballet Class Tues/Fri/Sun. Ongoing. 7:30-9:00pm (T/F) • EnerJencis Strength 4 Runners. Sept-June. 6:30pm- 9:30-11:00am (Sun). [email protected] 7:30pm. Jennifer [email protected] Fridays Yoga Yogamaya - Flow. Mon. Ongoing. 6:30pm-7:30pm • Balletiques Barre (class for adults but kid friendly). Sept-June. 9:15am-10:15am. www.balletiques.com Yogamaya - Gentle. Thurs. Ongoing. 5:00pm-6:00pm Yogamaya - Flow. Thurs. Ongoing. 6:15pm-7:15pm Saturdays Yogamaya- Yin. Sat. Ongoing. 10:45-11:45am • Triple Meg Soccer, Sept-May. 9:00-12:00pm. Debby at 403-283-9747 www.yogamaya.ca www.triplemeg.com

NEW Grow Young with Yoga for 55+ • Kuk Sool Won – Korean Martial Arts & Self Defense. Hatha Yoga - Tues 12:30 pm - 1:45 pm, Ongoing. 10:00am12pm. Kuksoolwoncalgary.com Thursday 11am-12:15pm • Gee’s Martial Arts. Sept-June. 8:30-10:30am Ongoing - Melanie 403 860 5619 [email protected] [email protected]. • Chinook City . Ongoing. 8:00-10:00pm. Aromatherapy - Yin Yoga [email protected] Sun 7-8pm and Mon 7:45pm-8:45pm Ongoing • Dancing with Yan. Ongoing. 1:30pm-3:00pm. Rachel Joy Olsen [email protected] [email protected] Sundays Wed/Thurs/Sun. Ongoing. Contact for details Quidditch, Sept-Apr. Contact for details. [email protected] Calgaryquidditch.ca

west hillhurst I a P R I L 2020 1 3 CALGARY PUBLIC LIBRARY

Meet Your New Indigenous Artists in Residence You can use your free Library card to book meeting Tina Guyani (meaning “Deer Road” in Tsuut’ina) is spaces in 20 different locations for free. Every room the artistic collaboration of Glenna Cardinal and is different, and offers an array of amenities, from Seth Cardinal Dodginghorse. This mother and son workstations, to audio-visual connections and duo were displaced from their home and ancestral displays. Looking to create the next great podcast, land on Tsuut’ina Nation by the construction of the web series, or video blog? We have specialized creative SW Calgary ring road in 2014. During their time at studios available to book as well. Get started today at a Library, they’ll be researching Calgary’s historic calgarylibrary.ca/room-booking. pressure to sell the land and explore how construction affects communities. You can visit the pair in their It’s Volunteer Week! Level 4 studio at Central Library on Wednesdays from April 19-25 is National Volunteer Week. In 2019, 3,910 10:00 am to 2:00 pm, and even become part of their Library volunteers gave over 100,000 hours of aid to upcoming exhibit by sharing your stories with them. Calgarians, helping more than 85,000 patrons learn new Learn more at calgarylibrary.ca/artists. skills, find information, explore technology, and make Need Some Space? stories come to life. We couldn’t do what we do without Find it at the Library! Whether you’re looking for a place the help of our volunteers, whose time and energy are to host a book club or condo board meeting, or you’re valued at over $3 million annually. If you want to make organizing a study group or community gathering, the a difference in the lives of Calgarians, consider joining Library has you covered. our team at calgarylibrary.ca/volunteer.

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west hillhurst I a P R I L 2020 1 5 Calgary Confederation Len Webber, MP west hillhurst 2020 10 St NW, T2M3M2 403-220-0888 [email protected] go-getters association Help Us Help You The recent assisted departure of Canadians from China and Japan have highlighted the importance of by Cassandra Towpich Canadians registering their travel plans with the federal government before leaving Canada. Happy Easter, everyone! Hopping that every By registering your travel plans in advance, the bunny has an eggtastic Good Friday and Easter government will have a better idea of Canadians in weekend. Warmer days are on their way and sun- an area that may require assistance in the event of an shine to brighten all of our spirits, so smile, laugh unexpected emergency abroad. (i.e.: an earthquake, and be happy. tsunami, disease outbreak, civil unrest, war, etc.) If you are age 50 plus, the West Hillhurst Go- Preplanning on your part will make it a lot easier for the Getters Association is the place for you! Among government to reach out to you and provide critical our many programs are Carpet Bowling, Tai Chi, information and assistance. As well, it will make it much Qi Gong, Canasta, Crib, Euchre, Whist and Bridge. easier for the government to contact you in the event of We have our own bus and do day trips to various a personal emergency at home. locations within Calgary and Alberta. We have a monthly luncheon and lots of opportunities for The service is free, fast, confidential and mobile-friendly. volunteers. To register your trip, please visit www.travel.gc.ca/register. (This service can also be used by Canadians living abroad.) Starting April 1st, memberships are reduced and available for purchase/renewal and the cost is On the other hand, if you find yourself in need of $15.00/person for the rest of our membership Canadian government consular assistance abroad, the year (Sept. 1, 2019 – Aug. 31, 2020). This is a great federal government is available 24/7 to help. time to come give us a try. Please be sure to fill Emergencies abroad are situations like arrest and out the membership forms/surveys as they are detention, child abduction, death abroad, forced required in order to purchase a Go-Getters mem- marriage, financial assistance, hijacking, hostage taking, bership. missing persons, passport loss, physical assault abroad, Trips planned for this month include: The Deane sexual assault abroad, lost or stolen belongings or House, Olds College and Century Downs Casino. severe sickness or injury. Special events include our Monthly Luncheon, In an emergency, your first point of contact should be Games Night, Partners Bridge Tournament, Tax the nearest embassy or consulate. When that is not Clinic (members only), Card Making class and a possible, you can reach the Ottawa-based SOS Centre Hula Dance class. Check out our website, call or of Global Affairs Canada by emailing sos@international. drop in to see dates, times, cost and availability gc.ca. Alternatively, you can call 613-996-8885 (call for all of our programs. collect where available). The toll-free number 1-800- 387-3124 is available to those in Canada and the US BINGO is held every Wednesday starting at 12:00 only. (The SOS Centre does not have information on noon and you don’t have to be a member to join immigration, permanent residence or visas.) us (you do have to be 18 or older though). Visit us online at www.gogetters.ca or call us at 403- Please consider sharing this information with anyone 283-3720. Drop in and visit us anytime, Monday who may be planning a trip abroad. through Friday from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm.

16 APRIL 2020 I Call 403-263-3044 for advertising opportunities Councillor, Ward 7 Druh Farrell Northwest Warriors hockey [email protected] druhfarrell.ca @DruhFarrell Druh Farrell Spring is in the air, but hockey is still a big part of our days! It has been a very busy and exciting Calgary Is Officially A Bee City! time. We finished February with the Georgie Did you know that in December 2019, Calgary became Bamber Tournament of Champions.\ Canada’s 36th Bee City? This designation is part of a North American movement to establish healthy pollinator Our Timbit teams played host to a gamut habitat within municipal boundaries. Bee City Canada of visiting teams from around the city, and praised the City of Calgary for its collaboration across neighboring towns. The change rooms in the many City departments to support the Pollinator Plan. arenas were buzzing with little hockey stars. For Although their work often goes unappreciated, bees are some this was their first hockey tournament, and a vital contributor to a complex and diverse ecosystem. the dedicated parent volunteers from our Timbit Bees are essential pollinators and play a part in every teams made it an unforgettable memory! aspect of the ecosystem. They support the growth of No sooner had we said goodbye to our Timbit diverse trees, flowers, and other plants, which serve as friends, than we said hello to our Novice guests. food and shelter for many animals. Some of our Novice teams hosted their own Calgarians will be invited to celebrate our new Bee City tournaments. It is amazing to see the difference title in June during pollinator week. Here are just a few in these kids from the beginning of the season examples of ways that The City is actively working on to now! improving urban habitats. March may have come in like a lamb, but our • Last year, the Roadside Naturalization Pilot in Canyon teams were roaring like lions as they made their Meadows led to the discovery of The Gypsy Cuckoo way through the playoff schedule. (Bombus bohemicus), an endangered species of bumblebee. This project has now expanded to restore Our Northwest Warrior jerseys could be seen over 800 hectares of open spaces by 2025. The project all over the city as teams faced off against the now includes public outreach and participation with competition. We will have a complete update in the development industry. the next newsletter so don’t miss it. • Council recently approved an Integrated Pest Please visit our website for new and exciting Management Plan to guide our City departments on hockey news www.nwwarriorshockey.com or how to prevent and manage pests on City land in a way follow us on Facebook or Instagram. that is effective and environmentally sound, promotes pollinator populations to thrive and minimizes risk to human health. I encourage Calgarians to do their part to get their gardens and lawns ready for the spring in a way that Come Learn to Skate with benefits a thriving pollinator population. Remember, West Hillhurst! We offer leave your leaves until late in the spring to allow programs from ages 3 to pollinators to emerge from hibernation. If you plant a adult in everything from wide variety of prairie wildflower perennials and non- Fundamentals to Power- invasive annuals, you will notice the difference it makes skating, Figure Skating in attracting several types of bees. Check out ALCLA and more! Register online Native Plant’s brochure for a comprehensive list of native at www.westhillhurst. grasses, shrubs and plants, and calgary.ca/yardsmart to com/learntoskate or email learn more about how to prepare your lawn and garden [email protected] for spring. for more information.

west hillhurst I a P R I L 2020 1 7 MLA Calgary-Mountain View WHCA GARDENS AND GREENS Kathleen Ganley 723 14 St NW T2N 2A4 403-216-5445 [email protected]

The Spring Sitting of the Alberta Legislature began on Feb. 25, with the government’s Budget 2020 presented on Feb. 27. With this budget - as with the previous budget presented in October 2019 - the programs and services Albertans need to live stable, dignified lives are being compromised in many ways. Unfortunately, this Communit y government has stuck by their $4.7 billion corporate giveaway that Albertans continue to pay for, without Garden P lots any job creation from these companies. In fact, we’ve seen companies move operations to US cities. now available! Children, parents, patients, students, professionals, those with disabilities, and just about everyone who pays personal income taxes, electricity bills, vehicle insurance, or park entry fees are paying more to access Seasonal plots are less. Thousands of healthcare and education professionals are facing layoffs, and some are planning available to rent for to leave Alberta to work in other provinces. $40 for the season. Provincial government cuts are a big reason for the burgeoning but noticeable trend of businesses and No room to garden at home? individuals betting against Alberta. There is a Want to grow your own fresh substantial pay off for investment in people’s everyday lives, but instead, we are all experiencing the fallout of vegetables or flowers? drastic cuts. Fortunately, Albertans know that it’s worth investing in the public good. Alberta’s Leader of the Official Opposition, Rachel Notley, and my colleagues in the New Democrat Caucus have been pleased to stand, march, and speak alongside community members, unions members, and advocacy groups to protest the - Contact - cuts and negative changes to legislation. We support the rights of citizens to free expression and peaceful [email protected] assembly and will be there in the Legislature and in For more info or to book public spaces to ensure all voices are heard in these your space today! challenging times. As always, I’m happy to hear from constituents. If you have feedback to offer, please contact my constituency office: [email protected] or 403.216.5445. YOUR children will OUTSMART

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