bratin ele g RiverbendRaggTimes Next Deadline C Friday, June 1 Ragg_Times of Community Delivery: June 18 MAY 2018 | VOL. 35, NO. 6 A PUBLICATION OF THE RIVERBEND COMMUNITY LEAGUE Lights, Camera, Action! Maclab Theatre at Lillian Osborne officially opens with a Grand Gala By: Margot Hrynyk he Maclab Theatre at Lillian Osborne High School officially from current and alumni students of Lillian Osborne High School. opened on April 30, 2018 with a glittering black tie gala Greetings and congratulations were given from the Honourable David T honouring donors and volunteers who contributed to the Eggen, Minister of Education; Ms. Michelle Draper, Board Chair, successful vision of making the theatre in the Riverbend community Edmonton Public Schools; Mr. Tim Cartmell, Ward 9 Councillor; become a reality. and, Mrs. Janet Hancock, Principal, Lillian Osborne High School. The The grand opening of the theatre was the culmination of four years official ribbon cutting included volunteers, donors and government of planning, fundraising and tireless work by the South Edmonton officials. Arts and Theatre Society (SEATS) who raised $1.6 million in the Sue Blocksidge, SEATS President provided the audience with journey to make the theatre go from dream to reality. Major donors of the story of the Maclab Theatre at Lillian Osborne and stressed the the theatre include Maclab Properties Group, Christenson Group of importance of the theatre to the Riverbend Community. She stated Companies, Melcor Developments Ltd., Government of Alberta and “SEATS started out as a group of diverse, talented, and dedicated Edmonton Public Schools. people with one dream: a gathering place that would be accessible The Gala was attended by over 300 supporters who enjoyed the to the whole community, where people could meet, perform, teach official program that included an opening prayer and traditional drum and learn. With the incredible supporters, we have not only seen that song by Elder Francis Whiskeyjack and Terris Mah; a performance by dream become a reality, but also formed meaningful friendships and The Willows, a musical trio originally from the Riverbend area and a strong support network for the arts in southwest Edmonton and now performing across Canada; and, two show stopping performances been overwhelmed by the generosity of many, and... continue on pg.3 CELEBRATING 35 YEARS OF COMMUNITY EDITOR Champions for Community Sherri Henderson Greg Loveday [email protected] By: Mary Lou Sedgwick ADVERTISING occer season is on! affordable, fun and build strong Elizabeth Emslie Many thanks to all the community ties. S volunteers who make What is your favourite spot in the [email protected] this sport accessible and neighbourhood? 780-437-7108 successful in our community. www.riverbendonline.ca From the board members to There are a few faves. For a great the coaches, team managers sunrise, I love the bench seat that and helpful parents, our overlooks the ravine in Brookside. children wouldn’t have From a cycling view, the trail from this opportunity without the “new” footbridge past Fort TABLE OF CONTENTS you. One such volunteer Edmonton Park down Keillor road is Greg Loveday, both a – especially through the winter. And board member and coach. of course, OJ’s for happy hour. SECTION PAGE We are lucky to have him in What are your words of wisdom Riverbend News 1-24 our community, sharing his or favourite quote? The Ridge Community League 11 wisdom and passion for the With a surname like ours – you Hodgson Community League 14 sport. Riverbend Community League 18 can’t help but be happy! I think Community League Directory 23 Where do you volunteer? being happy and positive and making others Brookview Community League 24 I’m a board member and coach for TRSA around you feel the same is the truest form of (Terwillegar Riverbend Soccer Association), and success. I work hard to keep things simple and have been coaching both my daughters’ teams live by the 5x5 rule: if it’s not going to matter THANK YOU - RAGG indoor and outdoor since they started U5. I’ve in five years, don’t spend more than five minutes DELIVERY VOLUNTEERS! made it to U11 & U13….and we haven’t killed worrying about it. Thanks to the following volunteers who each other yet. If you could spend time with anyone alive or helped deliver our last issue to businesses, schools, and retirement residences. Why do you volunteer? dead, who would it be? Lita Bablitz As a coach it’s a great way to spend time with Ooooh. I’d love to sit down over beers Adnan Black the kids – and build friendships throughout the with Thedor Geisel and Jerry Seinfeld. The Jim Bradshaw combination of intellect, wit, and hilarity would Daryl Matter, community. It’s such an inclusive environment Jihan Marjan and we’ve made some awesome friends over the be so good. Christy Middleton years. As a board, we can impact so many kids in Karin Shott a positive way. We are able to keep the program Sabine Sintenis Shelly and Leanne Stevens Mary Wagner Helma Voth Joan Wood We’re always looking for volunteers to help Art in Our Park 2018 us deliver copies of The Ragg-Times to schools, September 15 businesses, and retirement homes. If you can deliver The Ragg-Times seven times a year, we’d love to hear from you! Art Market Call for Artist and Artisans Your gift of time and service would be The Artists and Artisans Market hosts a juried selection of approximately 70 painters, greatly appreciated. sculptors and creative makers working in precious metals, glass, wood, pottery and textiles. Please call 780-437-7108 or email info@ Download a one page application form and apply by May 31, 2018 to receive the lowest riverbendonline.ca for more details. application fee. Jurying takes place at the end of June and early September. For the application form and more information go to: www.riverbendonline.ca or contact 780-437-7108. The opinions expressed in this publication may not necessarily be those of the publisher. No part of this publication may be reprinted without the written permission of the publisher. ** Ads Printed as Submitted ** The Glass Monkey is a comfortable, casual, family friendly restaurant located in the Lendrum Shopping Mall, just minutes from Riverbend and Terwillegar. Locally owned and operated, we are open daily from 3:30pm until 10:00pm. Closed Tuesday. We look forward to seeing you soon! Rob Filipchuk Owner 780.760.2228 www.theglassmonkey.ca 5842-111 Street 2 May 2018 LIVE LOCAL, GET INVOLVED, STAY INVOLVED Lights, Camera, Action! Maclab Theatre at Lillian Osborne officially opens with a grand gala By: Margot Hrynyk continued from pg. 1...the strength of volunteer spirit in our community”. 27, 2018 with the hugely successful production of Annie Jr. The four Mrs. Blocksidge concluded by inviting the Riverbend Community performances saw over 600 people enjoying the exceptional talents to make the Maclab Theatre at Lillian Osborne ours…a gift, an of the musical theatre class of Lillian Osborne High School. The opportunity, and an open door for us all. audience was given an amazing indication of the wonderful future After the program, guests enjoyed a reception in the theatre lobby productions to come at the Maclab Theatre at Lillian Osborne. and admired the beautiful art work created by Lillian Osborne students The future success of the Maclab Theatre at Lillian Osborne for the donor plaques mounted on the wall of the Christenson requires ongoing support by the community. Please visit our website Communities Entrance Hall. www.osbornetheatre.com for information on ways to get involved. Prior to the Gala, the theatre had a “soft” opening from April 24- Photos contributed by: Rob Agostinis, Elizabeth Emslie, and Dave Rumbold. 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We hope that many members of our surrounding communities will make a trip to the market a part of Celebrate our new look with us! their weekly summer routine. Not only is Many instore specials! the market a great place to shop for a huge variety of almost entirely local products, but it is a wonderful venue to catch up with friends and not- for-profit community organizations. This season we will be having more Forest of Jewels vendors, more tents, more buskers, and more activities. It’s going to be a 428 Riverbend Square wonderful summer! 780-438-3682 As well as the many returning fantastic vendors, we have some new gems www.forestofjewels.com joining us! 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