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The OFFICIAL Newsletter of the Springbank Park For All Seasons | www.springbankpark.com | Nov. 2015
Maureen Munro Awarded Honorary SPFAS Lifetime Membership
The SPFAS Lifetime Membership was awarded to
Maureen Munro at the SPFAS Board of Directors meeting
held on October
13, 2015. This
award is respectfully granted to
her in recognition
of her exemplary
voluntary service
and outstanding
contribution
to
Springbank.
She has assisted
SPFAS in so many
different
ways.
Maureen has served numerous different terms over the
years as a Member of the SPFAS Board of Directors, to
which she brings historical knowledge and an agricultural perspective to the benefit of other dedicated volunteers
with whom she enjoys serving. In conjunction with
providing her leadership to the Board, Maureen has been
involved in a wide range of other activities. These include
participating in SPFAS fund raising activities, supporting
annual Springbank Fall Fairs and, most importantly,
encouraging and cheering on many kids, of multiple
generations, to play and have fun at the Park.
Maureen Munro has lived her whole life in the
Springbank Community. Her great-grandfather Louis
Napolean Blache was a NWMP constable who served
as an interpreter at the trial of Louis Riel in 1885, and
later settled in a log house along the Elbow River.
His granddaughter Dorothy Copithorne married
Rex Young, and Maureen is the eldest of their three
children. Rex’s father, Captain Rex Young, served in
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cavalry and was killed in action in France in the
First World War.
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Maureen was the third
generation
in
her
family to attend school
in Springbank, and a
member of the second
Grade 12 class to graduate
from Springbank High.
Before that, students
like her future husband
Milo boarded in Calgary
to finish Grade 12 at
Western Canada High.
A photo of Maureen and
her graduating class hangs in the foyer at Springbank
High. Several of her grandchildren are the fifth
generation to attend school in Springbank.
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Springbank Community’s 2015
Old Tyme Fall Fair
Terrific Community Celebration Held
September 12th
The 2015 Fall Fair included a wide variety of activities
and displays. SPFAS focused this event on celebrating
Springbank’s agricultural roots (particularly via the
Bench Show, livestock displays and other agricultural
exhibits and booths). Congratulations to all of the
Bench Show winners!
The weather on September 12th was outstanding and
a bright warm day with lots of sunshine was enjoyed
by all attendees. Warm temperatures and clear sunny
skies contributed to making the Fall Fair a very
enjoyable day for an estimated 2,500 enthusiastic
people who came to this event.
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Maureen Munro from front page
In her youth, Maureen was active in various sports
and in the 4-H Dairy Club. She worked on her
family’s dairy farm, driving a horse-drawn hay rake
at a young age. A knowledgeable horsewoman,
Maureen continues to ride regularly on the Munro
Ranch. Maureen is a skilled nurse who went on to
teach nursing at Mount Royal College. Maureen and
Milo have three children and six much doted-upon
grandchildren, recently celebrating their 50th
wedding anniversary.
Maureen and Milo curled together at the SPFAS. Milo,
an early Springbank hockey player, later coached a
pee-wee hockey team to a provincial championship.
Their children played hockey, football, baseball,
soccer and figure-skated at the SPFAS, as do their
grandchildren today. Their daughter participated in
a high school rodeo at the SPFAS. Maureen is an avid
photographer chronicling life on a family ranch, and
a regular contributor to the SPFAS Fall Fair.
Maureen volunteers, and cheers, continuously. She
helped with the Jumping Pound 4-H Beef Club
and sponsors an award in her father’s legacy. She
helped with the Springbank Pony Club. She attends
Springbank United Church. She continues to be the
biggest fan at sports events, and enjoys meeting many
new community members in the process. Public
service occupies much of Maureen’s time. She was a
four-term trustee for Springbank and Bragg Creek in
Rocky View Schools, retiring in 2005. She also serves
on the Rocky View West Recreation Board
We are sure Maureen would say that she gets back
even more than she contributes, and Springbank
benefits greatly from Maureen’s continuing efforts.
On behalf of the Springbank Park For All Seasons
Board of Directors and the entire Springbank
Community, we all once again say thank you to
Maureen.
Contributed by John Rop
Springbank Community’s 2015 Old Tyme Fall Fair from front page
The Fall Fair happens as result of contributions of time from many volunteers who
live in the Springbank Community. SPFAS
estimates 55 volunteers assisted with coordinating and leading the various events
and activities at the 2015 Fall Fair. SPFAS
would like to especially recognize a group of
volunteers, the 952 Westjet Cadets, who once
again stepped forward this year to voluntarily
contribute to the Fall Fair. SPFAS extends
warmest thanks to all of these people.
SPFAS also extends special thanks and appreciation to Board Member Simone Byers, as
well as to Staff Members Jody Wesgate, Lisa
Constantineau, Lauren Buckley (temporary
Summer student), Mark Phillips and other
SPFAS Operations Staff Members, for their
respective leadership and contributions to
the 2015 Fall Fair.
Contributed by John Rop
Kevin Iraschko
Winners of the Children’s categories
SPFAS 2015
Old Tyme
Fall Fair
Tara Leatherdale
Simone Byers presenting to Debbie Lee
Fun Run Group
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Battle Lake which is one of the best youth camps
in Canada. All 4-H members are eligible to attend
this camp, which is held in July and August every
Fall, 2015 Update
First of all, thank you to everyone who supported our year.
4-H Club at our pony/horse rides at the Springbank Our leadership team this year consists of myself
Fall Fair on September 12. We saw alot of smiley and two former 4-H members from our Club.
happy faces. A special thank you goes out to Hailey, Christina Hambrook (Podany) and Cathy Gunn
Saskia, and Jennifer and to our other helpers, as well will be heading up the equine portion of our
as their parents, and of course our awesome 4 legged Club’s activities this year.
friends who made the day great for many little Fall Our Club held its most recent meeting, along with
Fair goers!
a Halloween Party, on Friday, October 23rd at the
Springbank Rawhides 4-H Club
Our Springbank Club had our first information
meeting on Friday, September 18th at the
Springbank Equestrian Park. This is our 28th year
of operation as a Club. We are still looking for more
members between the ages of 9 - 18. At this point
in time, our Club projects for the year are focused
on beginner and advanced equine activities, as well
as on rabbits. We are certainly open to all other
project interests, including non-animal projects
such as crafts, sewing, photography and even lego!
The deadline to join our Club is November 15th.
Springbank Equestrian Park. Elections were held
at this meeting for the positions of Club President,
Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer and News
Reporter. Our meeting included fun activities
for our dressed up witches, goblins, super heroes,
heroines and other creatively costumed Club
members.
For more information regarding the Springbank
Rawhides, please contact Norma at normaansloos@gmail.com or ph. 403-258-3691.
Contributed by Norma Ansloos - Head Leader,
For those of you not familiar with the 4-H program, Springbank Rawhides 4-H Club
the Provincial 4-H website has an abundance of
information regarding all aspects of 4-H. Basic
membership requirements include
70% attendance at Club functions,
Springbank Park For All Seasons
2015 Old Tyme Fall Fair Horticulture
completing a project record/project
High Point Winners
book, participation in a communication activity and attending our
CONGRATULATIONS!
Club’s Achievement Day.
In addition to being involved in
the Club’s activities, members can
participate in District, Regional
and Provincial events. These
include weekend camps, district
and regional curling and other
planned fun activities. Alberta
4-H has a provincial 4-H camp at
Children 6 & Under High Point
Linden Christianson -35 points
Children 7-9 High Point
Kevin Iraschko - 71 points
Children 10-14 High Point
Sabrina Iraschko- 65 points
Teen 15-20 High Point
Megan Fishley- 44 points
Adult Horticulture High Point
Debbie Lee- 155 points
Adult Arts, Crafts, & Hobbies High Point
Tara Leatherdale- 29 points
Adult Home Skills High Point
IN MEMORY OF MILLIE SIDEBOTTOM
Debbie Lee - 36 points
Children’s Overall High Point
Kevin Iraschko- 71 points
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Adult Overall High Point
Debbie Lee - 155 points
SPFAS 2015
Annual General
Meeting (AGM)
Highlights
The 2015 SPFAS
Annual
General
Meeting (AGM) was
held on Monday,
September
28th. Highlights of the activities that took
place at this meeting are outlined as
follows:
• Approval of the June 30, 2015 SPFAS
Annual Audited Financial Statements
• Approval of updated SPFAS Bylaws
• Approval of the 2014 AGM Minutes
• The receipt of Annual Reports from
SPFAS President Christine Pennell,
SPFAS General Manager John Rop, as
well as from various SPFAS User Groups
and other partner organizations
• The appointment of individuals to
voluntarily serve on the SPFAS Board
of Directors in their respective roles for approximately
a 1 year term commencing September 28th as outlined
below:
Christine Pennell (President)
Kim Beloglowka (1st Vice President)
David Gosse (2nd Vice President)
Greg Hartman (Treasurer)
Lisa Skelton (Secretary)
Rob Hemstock (Acclaimed – Past President)
Anita Robinson (Acclaimed – Robinson Family)
Karin Hunter (Director at Large)
Simone Byers (Director at Large)
Herb Coburn (Director at Large)
Terry Dowsett (Director at Large)
Dan Toews (Director at Large)
Maureen Munro (Director at Large)
Joe Petratur (Director at Large)
Dan Simonelli (Director at Large)
Eric Longeway (Director at Large – SB Heritage Club)
Nick Maksymiuk (Director at Large – SB Lions Club)
Ned Mazur (Springbank Curling Club)
Stella George (Springbank Figure Skating Club)
Jud Graham (Springbank Football Association)
Peter Trutina (SB Minor Hockey Association)
Vance Alexander (Springbank Soccer Club)
Sandra Kachuik (Springbank Play School)
Jerry Arshinoff (Rocky View County)
Helen Clease (Rocky View School Division)
(Note: SB = Springbank)
Also during the AGM, SPFAS President Christine
Pennell expressed appreciation and thanks on behalf of
SPFAS and the entire Springbank Community to retiring
Board Members Stacey Will and Gordon Branson for
their respective voluntary terms of service and contributions to the previously appointed Board of Directors.
Contributed by John Rop
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How To Stay Safe When Driving On Snow And Ice
Whether we are ready for it or not, winter is coming!
Let’s make sure that we are all safe while driving in
winter conditions. Here are some tips that will help
you to drive safely on snowy and icy roads.
A. Clear all of the snow and ice from the windshield
Do more than simply clear a small viewing slot for
you to see through on your vehicle’s windshield.
Remember to clear your side and rear windows and
lights, door mirrors, licence plates and your front
and rear parking cameras. Don’t use hot water to
clear ice and snow, as the temperature difference
may crack or deform what you are clearing. Instead,
use a de-icing fluid or a scraper. Make sure the
windshield wipers aren’t stuck to the windshield.
B. Keep your distance
Stopping distances increase in icy conditions. It
can take as much as 10 to 12 times longer to stop
on an icy road as it does on a dry one. Increase the
distance between you and the car you are following.
A good rule of thumb is that, when you are on an
icy road, you remain about 20 seconds in driving
time behind the car in front of you (10 - 12 seconds
is just the minimum amount of time). Then, if the
car in front of you has to stop suddenly, or collides
with another car or object, you should have time
to stop &/or take other actions to avoid a collision.
An easy way to check your distance from the car in
front of you is to watch for it to pass a stationary
object such as a lamp post, tree or sign. Then count
how many seconds go by before you pass the same
object. C. How to deal with skidding
In order to get an idea of the extent of potentially
slippery road conditions, gently test your brakes
and steering every now and then while driving in
winter conditions. Do so while driving slowly on
a straight clear piece of road away from any intersection, while ensuring that another vehicle is
not following you. If your vehicle hits a patch of
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road and you feel the car start to skid, take your
foot off the accelerator and do not hit the brakes
Allow your vehicle’s speed to drop by itself until
you regain control. Avoid using the brakes, as this
will prolong the skid. If the car starts to skid, steer
into the direction you want to go and allow the
vehicle to correct itself while it is skidding.
D. Teach new students drivers how to navigate in
winter conditions
You can register your newly licensed student in
one of the following Drivers Training Education
Classes that are being held at the Springbank Park
For All Seasons:
Session #1: Monday, November 2nd – Thursday,
November 5th (Each session begins at 3:30 p.m.)
Session #2: Monday, January 11th – Thursday,
January
14th (Each session begins at 3:30 p.m.)
Road To The Big League
World Series
League Canadian Championship tournament
and our All Star team had strong representation from the Springbank community including
Matt Hosman, Nicky Derhun, Greg Doucette,
and ourselves (Ryan and Kail Beloglowka). After some “crazy” exciting games and amazing
comeback wins, we finally found ourselves on a
plane to Easley, South Carolina for the Big League
World Series. First we were down 12-5 to Ontario
and rallied in the bottom of the sixth inning with
16 runs and won the game 21-12. Kail was able
to score 4 runs, with 2 hits and 2 RBI’s. Then
during the final game against B.C. we were down
10 runs after the first inning, but inched our way
back a 19-15 victory. Ryan had some key hits and
Matt went the full distance (105 pitches), with five
strikeouts. Nicky had a clutch RBI, while Greg
knocked in 2 RBI’s. continued on page 8..
Our road to the Big League World Series began
over 2 years ago when our District 8 Big League
All Star baseball team (16-18 yr olds) lost to
Lethbridge in the 2013 Provincial Playdowns. Our team became determined to win Provincials
the next summer and hopefully Canadians. Last
summer we managed to move one step closer
by winning Provincials in Lethbridge and going
to Thunder Bay, Ontario to represent Alberta in
the Big League Canadian Championship. While
playing there, we knew we could compete at that
level but just didn’t have the needed pitching
depth and fell short in some key games.
This summer Calgary was the host to the Big
Contributed by Fernando Arrau-Krause
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“There were things that happened in those games
that I’d never seen in all of my years in baseball,”
manager Kim Beloglowka said. “It wasn’t a great
first inning (in the Championship Final) but it
was great we had made that miracle comeback the
day before and all believed we could do it again.
We came into the dugout and said, “We’re going to
do this.” …And we did! Our team is the first Calgary team ever to represent
this age group in the World Series. Representing Canada was an honour and an incredible life
experience. We wore our “white cowboy hats”
from Calgary proudly and played some really
great baseball. With teams representing 5 US and
6 International Regions, the competition at the
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World Series was unlike anything we had ever seen
before which made the games extremely exciting
to play in. Unfortunately we didn’t pull out a win
but played some good baseball and had a tight
game against the Latin America team represented
by Puerto Rico, who eventually ended up winning
the World Series Championship. We had great fan support and sponsorship for the
Canadian Championship tournament and want
to thank everyone who supported us by coming
out to watch and following our games online. Our team was determined and we were able to
accomplish something together that will be a
lifelong memory.
Contributed by Ryan & Kail Beloglowka
RCMP Safe Driving Practices & Tips
The back to school and fall seasons are well into full
swing and if you haven’t adjusted your driving style,
here are a few reminders while behind the wheel to get
you there safe and sound.
Currently, school zones are back in effect on school
days and the RCMP would like to remind you to
watch your speeds through the zones throughout
the county area, as well as to be extra cognizant of
the kids in these areas. Give yourself a little extra
time to get through the congestion or better yet, to
beat it altogether by leaving before the zones are in
full swing. Don’t forget to buckle up before you leave
your yard and stay off your cell phones. Distracted
driving tickets have gone up, as have all fines since
May of this year and having a cell phone or electronic
device in your hand (including on speaker phone, in
your hand) will cost you $287. If you must be on your
phone, link it to bluetooth before your roll a wheel.
Back to wearing a seatbelt, the fine is $155 so make
sure you’ve got it on before you get moving. Another issue in the county, over the summer, police
have responded to, are collisions caused by illegal
u-turns. I personally have attended to three, including
one that was fatal to a driver. Besides the $155 fine
when caught doing one, the result of an illegal u-turn
can have devastating results. Educate yourselves
to know how to safely and legally complete a turn,
making it in a driveway if need be, or go around a
block or quarter section if you
must to make sure everyone
is safe. According to the Use
of The Highway, Rules of the
Road Regulations from the
Traffic Safety Act, in a rural
area you can’t make a u-turn
in an intersection controlled
by traffic signal, except when
specifically permitted by a
sign. The bottom line is your
safety, so please, be careful.
One final tip is to prepare
yourself for the typical winter
Alberta weather we’re bound
to get any day now. Make sure
to keep your distance from
the vehicle in front of you and
be aware of what’s going on.
Consider winter tires if your
budget allows for it and drive
for the conditions. I look
forward to meeting many
people of the county, just not
in a ditch after a collision. Hopefully these tips will help
as a reminder for safe driving
to get you where you need to
go. Contributed by
Constable Nathan Moore
Cochrane RCMP Rocky View
County Enhanced Policing
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Rocky View County Update
From Councillor Jerry Arshinoff
Recently RV Council approved an application from As far as I can tell no other such system is in operation
Harmony Beef for a Process Water Recycling Facility. anywhere in North America. That is not at all to say
The vote was 7-1. Since this is a major issue, since it this proposed system is faulty - it may be wonderful
received significant press coverage and is very likely and may even be a world leader. Nevertheless the
to receive more press coverage and since I was the question is: “Does RV have potential liability?” To
only one to vote against, a note of explanation may be fair, Council was not advised of any possible or
be in order.
potential RV liability or responsibility. I did try to
While I may be wrong I do believe Council and the bring it up a few times - totally unsuccessful attempts.
reports in both Rocky View Weekly and the Calgary I will repeat - all I wanted was an explanation of
Herald missed the essential point. The controversy possible RV liability and responsibility. I have also
pertained to Calgary objecting to possible odor from tried to bring it up to Council since the Council
this plant. My opposition had nothing to do with vote but there is no traction whatsoever. This is very
siding or not siding with Calgary and nothing to disturbing.
do with odor. Rather we approved a water recycling I must also say the Council vote was not to actually
facility for an abattoir. The goals of all recycling are approve the Water Recycling System. Rather it was to
admirable and deserve support - in this case it is to approve the development permit to house the water
use 90% less water. Great but....
recycling system. That brings up another unanswered
- Currently there are no codes in place to mitigate question - since Council approved a building to
risk although a framework is being studied by the specifically house the system, can RV later refuse
to approve the system itself...or refuse to grant the
Provincial Government
necessary variance? - “Until this framework is established reclaimed
wastewater from any source cannot be used One last note is in order. It is possible that some higher
level of government may cancel out
inside buildings....” although
the proposed recycling system, but
discussions are underway to
The PARK PATTER is the bimonthly newsletter of
it is equally or even more possible
allow water reuse but only for
the Springbank Park For All Seasons, and is distribthey will approve on the mandatory
toilets and landscape irrigation
uted free-of-charge to all residents of Springbank,
condition that RV assumes partial
Redwood Meadows and Elbow Valley (circ: approx
(http://www.municipalaffairs.
or total responsibility. I suppose
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codes.
Subscriptions
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are available at a cost of $25/yr. Managing Editor:
I could have asked for a tabling
- “A variance under the Safety
John Rop.
motion until such time Council
Codes Act must be issued by the
received various reports. I did
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obvious that such a motion would
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Bottom line - I am not opposed to
of the author, & in no way reflect the views of the
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the plant and I am definitely not
Sheet-AlternativeSolutionsits employees, volunteers or board representatives;
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potential responsibility and/or
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Ad rates are available upon request.
liability may be. As far as I can see
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we don’t know the implications of
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is
available
for
an
additional
charge.
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book
the
operating,
monitoring
what we approved. That’s why I
ings are subject to availability; ad rates are subject
and reporting required for the
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voted against. system. In order to not give
Contributed by Jerry Arshinoff
NEXT DEADLINE: Nov. 15th for editorial content
incorrect impressions or misRV Councillor – Division 2 (Springbank)
(contact John Rop) & Nov. 15th for ads (contact
interpretations I suggest all
George Vanderveen) 403-242-3113
concerned carefully read the
for delivery in December.
above links. 10
Something for
Everyone
SPFAS Bulletin Board
Springbank Playschool
SPFAS FACILITIES RENTAL
• 3 & 4 year old programs
teachers
• Info or to register: 403-240-9248;
www.springbankplayschool.ca
For Birthday Parties & Family
Celebrations
• Rent the SPFAS lounge, skating rinks,
curling rinks and/or outdoor rink
• 403-242-2223, ext 22;
rentals@springbankpark.com
SPFAS Ice, Outdoor Rink
DryPad & Soccer/Football/
Baseball Field Rentals
• 403-242-2223, ext 22;
rentals@springbankpark.com
Meeting Space
• Board room with computer, projector,
smart board, adjacent kitchen
• 403-242-2223, ext 22;
rentals@springbankpark.com
You are Welcome
at SPFAS
Driver Training Lessons
Springbank Figure Skating
• Information is available at
www.springbankskatingclub.wordpress.com
Springbank Curling Club
• Information is available at
www.springbankcurling.com
Springbank Minor Hockey
• Information is available at
www.springbankhockey.com
Springbank Soccer Club
• Information is available at
www.springbanksoccer.com
Visit SPFAS online at www.springbankpark.com
instructor
• Session classes begin after the end of
regular SCHS school days
• Call 403-242-0062 or go to www.ifts.ca
to obtain upcoming training session
dates and more information
Dryland & Hockey Skills
Development Training
• Wide variety of training opportunities
available. Contact Skillz SSC by phone
403-453-0725 or email: info@hockeyskillz.com
Springbank Park
For All Seasons (SPFAS)
MAIL:
32224A Springbank Road
Calgary AB T3Z 2L9
PH:
403-242-2223
WEB: springbankpark.com
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Springbank Lions Club
The Springbank Lions Club continues to be an active
force in and around the Springbank community.
We recently kicked off another year with a dinner
meeting to welcome Lions District Governor Hazel
Hiebert and the Zone chair Tyler Bray.
Next year Lions Clubs around the world will be
celebrating 100 years of service. Lions Clubs International is the largest service club organization in the
world. Since 1917, Lions have aided the blind and
visually impaired, championed youth initiatives and
strengthened local communities through hands-on
service and humanitarian projects.
The Springbank Lions Club was formed in 1982. We
believe the world gets better and problems get smaller
when people unite to serve their local and other
communities. Our Club operates and manages the
Springbank Community Hall, built and maintains
the Springbank Lions Soccer Park, offers a variety of
BBQ services and does many other volunteer services
for local communities.
Since its inception, our Club has raised and donated
over $700,000. Every dollar raised by the Springbank
Lions Club is donated back to the community. We
are presently working on the formation of a Leo Club
through Springbank High School.
If you are interested in joining the Springbank Lions
Club, please contact our president Peter Heerschop
(403 242-5253). In the words of the founder of Lions,
“You can’t get very far until you start doing something
for somebody else”.
Contributed by Jim Toews, Springbank Lions Club Member
Tyler Bray (Zone Chair) Peter Heerschop
(President) Hazel Hiebert (District Governor)
Kiyooka Ohe Arts Centre (KOAC)
Welcomes New Sculptures
The Queen of the Night sculpture is 9 feet high, it weighs some 2,500 pounds
and it is cast in bronze. Its title is based on Kali the Hindu Goddess of Time,
Love, Revenge and Destruction. The sculpture is a powerful interpretation of Kali
by the sculptor Michael Sandle of the Royal Academy located London, England
that speaks to the widespread sectarian violence of today’s global community
with its attendant warfare, wanton destruction and displacement of people. We
are grateful for Michael’s donation of the sculpture to the KO Arts Centre to assist
in the fund raising efforts.
Please note as well that the KOAC is planning an online / live auction Gala
Evening at some point during the months of March / April 2016 to raise funds
for the 3rd Stage of the development plan for the KO Arts Centre, which is the
construction of the Pavilion. More information about this event will be made
Contributed by Harry Kiyooka, President KOAC
available at a later date.
Global Sport Academy Group Partners with Springbank Community High
School & Springbank Park for All Seasons.
Global Sport Academy Group has partnered with Springbank Community High School to operate Springbank
Sports Academy, which runs its hockey program out of the Springbank Park for all Seasons. The program
works within the timetables of the students to provide them the opportunity to play their sport. We also offer
an early morning ice program for middle school students.
These programs attract outstanding young leaders and student athletes who value a high standard of education
combined with their passion for sport. Every week we see over 65 kids hit the ice for on hour of hard work,
fun and skill development. It is incredible to see the engagement and smiles on their faces on a daily basis.
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Springbank’s
Little Pumpkins
The students from Springbank
Playschool
enjoyed
their
first school year field trip to
Butterfield Acres. The day’s
events started with an exciting
tractor ride to the pumpkin
patch in search of the perfect
pumpkin. After finding their
prized pumpkins, the students
personalized them using crafty
things such as seeds, pasta,
and beans. Soon after, we had
a snack break in the outdoor
picnic/play area. Once their
tummies were filled, the
children were off to see goats,
bunnies, pigs and ponies. The
kids were happy to see all the
different farm animals.
continued from page 12
Our coaches develop relationships and provide a support team for
student athletes who will become life long friends and leaders in their
respective communities.
Applications for the 2015/16
school year will be on our
website shortly. We are currently
expecting that these programs
may be waitlisted.
To
obtain
additional
information, go to www.globalsportacademygroup.com . You
are also welcome to contact the
Registrar at dmacfarland@globalsportacademygroup.com .
Contributed by Danni Macfarland – Registrar, Global Sport Academy Group
Before the Thanksgiving break,
we asked our Little Pumpkins
from Playschool what they
were thankful for. Some of
their responses were:
“My family and leaves”- Ivana “You and Daddy, Owls, Cats
and Butterflies”- Isla
“I’m thankful for my dog!”Leighton
“Mommy, Daddy, Ava and
Butterflies and Ice Cream”Lucia
Here at the Springbank
Playschool, we are thankful
to have amazing kids and
parents that really make this
playschool special. We are also
thankful to have great teachers
that really care about the organization and community. Contributed by Sandra Kachuik
Springbank Playschool
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GRAND
DESIGN
Cochrane/Rocky View County
Family & Community
Support Services
Working Together To Strengthen Family
And Community Life
The Parenting After Separation Course is available
online and free. The course is a great tool for families
considering or going through separation. In addition
to the legal information included in the Course, it also
teaches parents the importance of working together
to meet children’s health, social, educational, and
emotional needs while developing a parenting plan for
their families.
Please visit the following website to obtain more
information, as well as to access the program:
www.pas.albertacourts.ab.ca .
Contributed by Wendy Farnsworth, Community Resource Worker
Dontdamnspringbank.org Update
GRAND
LIVING
Still battling against the proposed Springbank Dam (SR1
as it’s known by government), Dontdamnspringbank.org
continues to push for information about the new Government’s plans for flood mitigation.
At this time, the group has received no indication from
the NDP of their plans moving forward with flood
mitigation. Along with supporters in Redwood Meadows
and Bragg Creek, Dontdamnspringbank.org advocates
‘MC1’, the McLean Creek Dam. It would protect those
upstream communities, and not require the purchase of
any private land.
The newly elected NDP had promised not to proceed
with the Springbank project. We ask them to keep their
promise and make the choice to protect more people.
Visit DontDamnSpringbank.org to view the latest video
and updates, then take action and urge Premier Rachel
Notley and Minister Shannon Phillips to keep their
Contributed by Ryan Robinson
promise!
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Springbank Figure Skating Club
Welcome to a New Season!
The start of our new season is in full swing and we
would like to thank both all our new and returning
members for making our 2015-2016 membership
drive a wonderful success. It’s up over last year and
still growing! We are grateful for a great group of
skaters, coaches, staff & volunteers this year. The
enthusiasm you have shown over the last month
has really been exciting to see. The SFSC Board is
working hard at making this upcoming season all
that you expected from a club and more. Thank you
so much for your support and faith in us.
CanSkate
Together with our Nationally certified coaches and
trained program assistants, boys and girls are now
skating on Thursdays and Saturdays, enjoying the
activity, exercise & fun and developing basic skating
skills in this successful SFSC Learn-to-Skate-Program. If you have little keeners who want to learn how
to skate, please contact us! CanSkate is also great for
little hockey players - our program is officially linked
with Hockey Canada for skating development!
Junior-Prep.
Always open to skaters of all ages, who are working
on a CanSkate-Level 4 badge and have been
recommended by one of our coaches, this program
provides group-based lessons for improvement of
skills.
STARSkate / Competitive
Skills, Tests, Achievement, and Recognition =
STARSkate. Unique in Canada, it offers small groupand private lessons for advanced recreational and
competitive skaters to develop fundamental skills in
the areas of ice dance, free skate, figure- and interpretive skating.
Upcoming Events: in Springbank!
SFSC is proud to host the
Calgary Region Open, Springbank Fall Freeze
at Springbank Park For All Seasons,
November 20 - 22, 2015.
Good Luck to all our participating STAR-Skaters!
Mark the Dates for making good memories that will
last a lifetime, and, most importantly, for having
FUN!
Special Thanks to our Volunteers
SFSC would like to recognize all of our Board
Directors and member volunteers who have been
and are constantly working behind the scenes in
helping to build and lift our club off the ground.
Most recently at Springbank Fall Fair and currently
for Springbank Fall Freeze, we wouldn’t be where we
are today without your hard work and dedication.
Many Thanks!
Coaches’ Corner
We would like to express our great gratitude to one
of our dear head coaches, Natasha Taylor, for the
additional hours of time, encouragement, guidance,
inspiration and motivation spent as our last season’s
coaches’ representative. Natasha is stepping down
as a rep. to now fully focus on coaching our skaters
again. Many Thanks!
New Coaches’ Representative: Chelsey Moore
Chelsey has been coaching skaters since 2008, in
both Prince Edward Island and Ontario prior to
Alberta. She is NCCP primary StarSkate certified,
has passed various Skate Canada Tests and holds
many titles, including PEI-Provincial Champion.
Chelsey also performed with Disney on Ice as a
specialty performer from 2005-2008. We’re grateful
to have her both as a coach and our new coaches’ representative.
For more details on our Club, our Coaches, our
different programs & registration information and
more, please visit our website at
www.springbankskating.com or on
Facebook at Springbank Figure Skating Club.
Contributed October 2015 by Gesche Tallen & Cheryl Burgess
Harmony Debuts New Film Series – “Sustainability Stories.”
In a community aspiring to be the region’s most
“holistically-planned, sustainably-built” new neighbhourhood, it’s a statement that conjures up quite a
few questions and a lot of curiosity. What do we even
mean by “sustainability?” How are we managing
the construction of Alberta’s deepest man-made
lake and Harmony’s drinking water? What about
the wetlands? The water treatment facilities? Is it
worth saving a rare species of grass? What specific
measures are our planning, development, and
building partners taking to ensure responsible
practices?
This summer, we
determined
the
time was right to
document behind
the scenes, capture
the action, and
ask the questions
people want to
know about sustainability at work
in Harmony, as
the community is
actively under construction.
Harmony engaged
award
winning
local documentarian Matt Palmer, and created
a mentorship opportunity for Springbank High
School student, Tyler Keeling, to assist with the
filming and process of storytelling.
Eight short films were commissioned to spotlight
a range of sustainability topics, led by project lead
Lauren Whitley, BSc., Harmony’s Sustainability
Strategist.
“Many people aren’t fully aware of the thought,
design and construction processes that go into the
creation of the communities they live in,” Lauren
says. “These films – which have turned out to be
informative and often visually poetic to watch
- provide a unique look at the individual, interrelated, complex systems at work in Harmony. They
illustrate the underlying philosophy we have as
a team to build our community sustainably and
responsibly.”
“Sustainability is often an overused and misunderstood word,” Matt explains. “So one of the first
things I did was encourage a film that defines
what sustainability actually means in the context
of Harmony’s development. I believe sustainability
should not just be a buzzword that looks nice on a
brochure or a website. As a collection, I hope these
films will show how true sustainable practices are
being implemented and Harmony’s sustainability
philosophy is indeed being realized. I have been
struck by the sincerity of the Harmony Development
Team in walking their talk.”
Tyler Keeling joined the team when word about the
summer mentorship opportunity came from his
Media Arts teacher at
Springbank High School.
“When I first heard about
the Sustainability Video
Series, I thought it would
be a way to practice my
filmmaking and storytelling,” explains Tyler.
“Mentoring with Matt,
I’ve definitely refined
these skills, but I have
also been able to see
everything that goes into
building a Community. It was a great experience
attending
meetings,
visiting the construction
site, and it let me see the
development of Harmony from multiple perspectives. The main thing I took away from the interviews
with all the people involved is how genuine they are
about the sustainability aspects of the community.
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Springbank Ladies Time Out
Springbank Ladies Time Out has had a great start
to our year! We have already enjoyed a session with
Life Coach, Becky Shaw, feasted on some delicious
cooking classes and created beautiful crystal bracelets
and fabulous fall floral arrangements! Monday
morning fall classes are filling quickly, but there are
still spots available.
Please visit our website at www.springbanklto.com or
like us on facebook at Facebook/SpringbankLTO
to obtain more information about our group and
to review class registration options. We invite
our community to join us for our Deck The Halls
Christmas Market on Monday, December 14 from
9 a.m. -12:00 noon. This event will be held at Eden
Brook Reception Centre that is located at Lower
Springbank Road and 17th Ave SW. Why not get
those hard to find holiday gifts by visiting some of
our local vendors? You will be able to find everything
from homemade artisanal items to delicious foodie
treats. Vendors will be posted on our website. There
will be door prizes, barista made coffees and holiday
treats, as well as a chance to visit with friends and
to share the holiday spirit! All proceeds from this
event will be donated to local charities supported by
Springbank LTO.
Contributed by Carmen Folan – LTO Communications Springbank Heritage Club
The month of September was absolutely gorgeous
from the point of view of looking to the west
through the windows of the Heritage Club’s facility.
What more could anyone ask for than snowcapped
mountains, glorious green and golden hills, and the
earthy reds and browns all around!
Club members enjoyed a ‘colour’ trip to Peter
Lougheed Provincial Park during September. The
foliage was rich with autumn hues! At the visitors’
center, a large grizzly bear was grubbing in the
meadow in full view through the telescope. In
spite of losing the tread from a rear inner dual tire
earlier along Highway 40, our trusty driver drove to
the Upper Lake so we could see the vast panorama
of mountains and lakes. As usual, it was very windy.
Even so, several seniors walked across the dam to
enjoy the views. The bus driver took us on the scenic
route along Highway 1A back to the Club’s facility.
Everyone was glad for a safe trip! Thank you to the
Springbank Lions Club for providing the bus.
The first annual ‘Myra Picnic’ was organized by some
energetic seniors on Sept. 23, with games, contests
and food. Lots of fun, activity and a great turnout
made it a special day.
Regular Club Events & Activities:
1. Senior Singers: Tuesday @ 10:00 AM to 12:00 noon
2. Games & Conversation: Tuesday @ 1:00 PM
3. Sunday Coffee & Chat: Sunday @ 12:00 to 2:00 PM
4. Monthly Potluck: 4th Wednesday @ 6:00 PM
Recent & Upcoming Club Events:
1. Carstairs Annual Turkey Supper: October 24
2. Annual Fall Bake Sale: Saturday, November 7
3. QiGong: Weds., Nov. 4 & 18 @ 10:30 AM ($5 pp.
per session, drop ins welcome)
4. Annual Christmas Dinner: Date TBA
All individuals 50 + are welcome to join the Club.
The Club exists for you!
Facility rentals: Contact Mr. Val Finch (403-288-1288
/ Springbankhc@telus.net ).
Contributed by Flo Sytsma
Springbank Community Planning Association
The Springbank Community Planning Association
(SCPA) is a forum for residents to work together
on planning issues that affect our community.
Established in 2000, the SCPA is a registered Alberta
non-profit Society.
As board volunteers, we provide input on planning
issues to our elected officials and Rocky View
County. You can bring your concerns on planning
and development to us, and we will do our best to
provide you with the information you need.
Upcoming and ongoing planning issues include
proposed developments along the Highway #1 and
#8 corridors and a long-overdue Springbank Area
Structure Plan update starting in Spring, 2016.
Our membership represents more than 500
households and we work in the best interests of
Springbank. Check out our website: scpa-planning.
ca or email us: plan.springbank@gmail.com.
Contributed by
Sharon Anderson & Kim Magnuson (SCPA Co-Chairs)
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SPFAS Provides A Rest Stop For
Kidney March Participants on September 13th
Thank you! As our sponsors & supporters, you were
a major part of making Kidney March 2015 a huge
success! We asked Marchers to rise to a great challenge,
to do the most you could do in the fight against kidney
disease. They exceeded that challenge by walking the
farthest that they possibly could and by helping us put
kidney disease on the map into and by raising much
needed funds for lifesaving research, kidney disease
prevention, patient support programs, and organ
donation initiatives. We couldn’t have done it without
your support in the background!
You helped raise over $570,000 and built a wonderful
community of support. This year, Kidney March’s
cumulative total topped $4 million! As City of Calgary
Mayor Nenshi said during closing
ceremonies, you are not walking for
only people you know but for the
hundreds of people who will never
know kidney disease, thanks to your
commitment to Kidney March. Take a
moment and be proud of the difference
you have truly made. Thank you.
We are reliving Kidney March 2015 every day
on social media. Check out Facebook, Twitter &
Instagram for photos and videos. If you’re already
thinking about the 7th annual Kidney March (we are
too), registration for Kidney March 2016 is open. We
hope that you will continue to support us in the years
to come.
From all of us on the Kidney March Team, and the
patients and families living with kidney disease,
thank you.
Contributed by
Carol Rigg-Rembish, Coordinator, Kidney March & Walks
Kidney Foundation of Canada Southern Alberta Branch
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Upcoming SPFAS Casino
SPFAS is looking to recruit volunteers to serve at the Park’s next casino
fund raising event which is scheduled to be held Friday & Saturday,
March 25 & 26, 2016. A casino event typically generates about $70K
which assists with funding SPFAS operations. Your voluntary 8 – 10
hour casino shift is projected to contribute about $1,600 towards the
overall $70K total. Volunteering for a casino is a great way to “give
back” to SPFAS and our community. SPFAS requires between 35 – 40
individuals who are 18 years of age or older to assist with this fund
raising activity. To volunteer, contact SPFAS General Manager John
Rop (Email: jrop@springbankpark.com / Cell Phone: 403 618 5136).
Contributed by John Rop
The Barred Owl … The Most Vocal of Owls
The Barred owl (Strix varia) is a large owl native to
North America. They have been around for a very
long time, with fossils dating up to 11,000 years old
having been found in Ontario, Tennessee and Florida.
They are non-migratory birds; they tend
to live in a defined area for their whole
lives, rarely wandering from their home
territories except in search of food during
winters when local food is scarce.
How would you know if you saw one?
Barred owls are 40-63 cm long, weigh in at
500-1500 and have a wingspan of 96-125
cm. As with other birds of prey, the female
is significantly larger in size than the male.
Even more distinctive than their size is
their appearance. They are stocky greyish
brown birds with large rounded heads, no ear tufts,
and large dark brown eyes. They have medium-length
rounded tails which, like their wings, are barred
in brown and white. Their bellies are marked with
vertical brown bars on a whitish background, while
their upper breast has horizontal brown bars, as if
they are wearing a collar at the neck.
These owls are nocturnal and do most of their hunting
at night. They are opportunistic feeders, eating whatever
they can spot from their hunting perch. This includes
creatures living in or near water, such as grasshoppers,
beetles frogs, turtles, lizards, birds, and small rodents,
such as moles, mice and squirrels. While they are out
hunting for food, they need to be on alert for the GreatHorned Owl, for whom they are a choice prey.
After dark, when the Barred Owl is most active, you
are most likely to be able to track these very vocal
birds. And then you are more likely to hear them than
to see them. They are vocal during the day as well,
and have the widest range of calls of
any owl in Alberta. The most common
and often heard call is 8 or 9 ‘hoot’
or ‘whoo’ notes for which it gets its
common name of “Hoot Owl.” The call
is a two- part phrase that sounds like
“who-cooks-for-you, who-cooks-foryou-all.” But “caterwauling” between
two birds, and back and forth courtship
duets (in February) of cackles, hoots,
caws and gurgles are common too. The
young have their own pleading call
when seeking food from the parent, and both young
and adults snap their beaks during squabbles.
These owls are currently not on federal conservation watch lists; although in Alberta they are on the
Provincial “Yellow List” because there are believed
to be fewer than 1000 breeding pairs in the province.
They need old growth forests to live in and thrive, so
we need to protect those spaces for these beautiful
native owls.
If you find an injured or orphaned Barred Owl, or
other wild bird or animal, please contact the Calgary
Wildlife Rehabilitation Society for further instructions.
Contributed by J. Turner
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chestermere.rockyview@assembly.ab.ca
Phone: 403-207-9889
Constituency Office:
215, 175 Chestermere Station Way, Chestermere T1X 0G1
Ph 403-207-9889 • Hours: 8:30AM to 4:30PM Mon - Fri.
Talk to Nicole or Peter about meetings
outside normal office hours or off-site
Hello to all Park Patter readers! As I write this I am preparing to fly home from Grand
Prairie after the third leg of my Northern Energy Tour. I have been travelling to well
sites, oil sands operations, plants, and the towns and cities where the hard working
employees of our energy industry live and raise their families. We cannot control world
oil prices but why, with such a rich resource, do we have to sell it at a discount? Why?
Because we have limited access to the market. We are landlocked, that’s a fact. We are
fighting to build pipelines to sell resources to our fellow Canadians and the world but
are being blocked at every step. Why? Good question! It is a question I ask every
day. We are losing money, our money, every day. Let’s be clear: discounted sales mean
discounted royalties, and less money for education, health care, senior care, and every
other necessary service. Yet our government insists on sending mixed messages. One day they support
pipelines, the next day they don’t. Depends on their audience. The Energy Minister is travelling to China to
drum up investment. Maybe a pipeline to tidewater would help….just a thought.
I had the pleasure of travelling to Springbank recently to talk to residents. One meeting really resonated with
me. I met with Laura Bechard, a passionate advocate for autistic and other people with challenges in our
society. With an autistic child like myself, Laura is involved with Ready, Willing, and Able (www.readywillingable.ca), an organization that promotes employment opportunities for autistic citizens. All our friends ask
for is a chance to enjoy valuable, productive careers. Employers, these very ABLE people could be the best
employees you ever hired. Just ask somebody who has done it! October is National Disabled Employment
Awareness Month (www.ndeam.ca) and we want to help. Please get in touch, and enjoy the beauty of the fall
season.
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Calling All Youth
Are you between the ages of 12 and 19 and
interested in learning the skills of flying and
leadership? Are you looking to make new friends
while learning other valuable skills? Then Air
Cadets might just be the youth program you are
looking for.
952 WestJet Squadron is a new Air Cadet
Squadron located at Springbank. Regular parades
(meetings) are held Thursday evenings from
6:30 to 9:15pm. Be prepared to spend several
fun weekends throughout the year completing
a number of activities including training, tours,
survival and gliding. We proudly support many
community events in Cochrane, Springbank and
Calgary.
Air Cadets follow the military tradition of wearing
uniforms, and we form a team which prides itself
on leadership and citizenship qualities, physical
fitness, and knowledge of the air activities of
the Canadian Forces. 952 WestJet Squadron is
focused on training and equipping youth with
the knowledge, behaviors and skills necessary to
become modern leaders in today’s society, and
prepare them for success both during their cadet
membership and beyond, in an enriching and
challenging environment.
Cadets also participate in fun activities like gliding,
flying, camping, survival training, get the chance
to travel and have summer employment opportunities. There are scholarships and bursaries.
Some provinces even offer school credits for
participation. We also have opportunities for
parents and adults to volunteer as officers and
civilian instructors. We are always looking for
opportunities to support the community as well
as fundraising and donations to support the Air
Cadet activities.
If you are interested, visit us Thursdays at the
Springbank Middle School (244235 Range
Road 33, ½ km south of Calaway Park) at 7pm.
Remember to bring your birth certificate, Alberta
Health Care Card and your parent or guardian.
For more information please visit our website, like
us on facebook, or give us a call:
http://952aircadets.ca
http://www.facebook.com/WestJetRCACS
Phone: (587) 777-9520Westjet Squadron will
become the squadron of choice for individuals
seeking to take charge of their personal
development, while playing a role in molding and
guiding their squadron, and who seek to give back
to the communities that support them.
Contributed by Mike Boyle
952 SSC Chair
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Springbank Creative Arts Club
Christmas Market to be held November 7 & 8
It is almost time for the Springbank Christmas
Market. It will be held on November 7 & 8, 2015
at the Springbank Community High School Gym.
Bigger and better than ever, there are three areas of
booths and tables in and near the gym in the high
school. The vendors have been selected with care to
ensure the widest selection of quality handcrafted
creations. Everyone has been working hard to be able
help with Christmas shopping and gift giving. Also,
we want to take this opportunity to thank you in
advance for shopping locally.
The event features free parking and free admission!
Monies raised from table rentals are returned to the
high school to promote the arts program.
The sale will be interesting and appealing to all –
members, vendors and customers. If you have not
had the opportunity to attend this sale in prior years,
you have missed out on a beautiful selection of quality
products made by local artisans, painters, fiber artists
and crafters. Today’s offerings are modern, useful and
decorative. Several of the artisans have their work
featured in galleries in Calgary, Canmore and Banff
and we are delighted to have them display and sell at
this event.
The Alberta Gold Chorus, Sweet Adelines, a group of
female a cappella singers, who have been sharing their
unique musical style with the Calgary community and
surrounding area for over 30 years, will be roaming
the gym while singing at this event. These ladies in
their “Santa” capes and hats. They are very colourful
and vocally entertaining.
The Club’s next meeting is scheduled for November 17,
2015 at 7:00 p.m. in the basement of the Springbank
United Church. If you are a Springbank artist, artisan
or crafter looking for a place to showcase and sell your
work, consider acquiring a membership in our Club.
Please bring along your latest creations to the meeting
(show and tell) to share with the group. The craft
supplies exchange (bring some/take some) is working
well. This is a great way to make way for new projects.
We hope we will see you in November. To obtain more
information about the Christmas Market, or a Club
membership, please email yjo999@gmail.com. And
to see some of the items that will be included in the
Christmas Market, like us on facebook at facebook.
com/springbankchristmasmarket .
Contributed by Yvonne Bamlett
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SPRINGBANK
CHRISTMAS MARKET
Hosted by
Springbank Creative Arts Club
SATURDAY NOV 7, 2015
SUNDAY
NOV 8, 2015
9-5
10-3
SPRINGBANK COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL
1.5 Miles South of Calaway Park
at the Red Dutton Arena Entry
FEATURING:
UNIQUE HANDCRAFTED ITEMS
QUALITY ORIGINAL ART
FREE ADMISSION
FREE PARKING
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Email: yjo999@gmail.com
Donate Clothing To Help Keep Kids In Warm Jackets This Winter
Jacket Racket is a volunteer organization with the goal
of ensuring that every child from Kindergarten to
Grade 12 has a warm winter jacket to wear to school.
This year we are inviting you to participate in a coat
drive for Jacket Racket.
This organization accepts gently used jackets, snow
pants, hats and mittens for all ages. The clothing
is distributed to schools children throughout the
Calgary Board of Education and the Calgary Separate
School District.
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A clothing collection box has been set up in the
SPFAS main lobby. It is located near the first entrance
to the Red Dutton Arena. This collection box will be
available up to about November 5.
We encourage you to generously support this
worthy project. This is a great opportunity to help
students who may be less fortunate. To obtain more
information about Jacket Racket, please go to www.
jacketracketcalgary.com .
Contributed by Elaine Russell, Volunteer for Jacket Racket
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Cooperators Insurance ............................ 403-221-7230
Eye Effects Optical .................................... 403-686-4990
PurpleSaurus Kids and Teens Clothing403-242-0997
Rexall Drug Store ...................................... 403-249-9105
RBC Financial Group ................................ 403-292-3605
Sobeys Liquor Store ................................ 404-246-3239
Sobeys Ready to Serve ............................ 403-242-0644
Splurge Flowers and Gifts ...................... 403-246-5855
Uniglobe One Travel ................................ 403-240-1331
Why Not Italian Restaurant.................... 403-240-4129
Youth Brigade Snow & Skate Ltd. ........ 403-727-1244
Professional Services
Doctor C. Gorrie ........................................ 403-686-3062
Doctors E. Woolner, O. Yuen & L. Chan 403-686-2911
Icon Orthodontics; Dr. Corey Low ...... 403-242-4111
Strathcona Chiropractors & Massage 403-686-3060
Strathcona Dental Works........................ 403-242-2000
Westside Audiology,
Dr. Lussier & Dr. Korble ............................ 403-242-3700
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Doctor of Audiology
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Au.D., R.Aud
Doctor of Audiology
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555 Strathcona Blvd. S.W., Unit 202 • westsideaudiology.com
Strathcona Square Health Care Centre (next to Sobey’s)
403-242-3700
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288140 160 Ave, Priddis, AB / 4.05 Acre – $949, 800
Enjoy Panoramic Rocky Mountain VIEWS that will take your breath away.
A fully upgraded walk-out bungalow featuring a total of 4400+ sq/ft of living
space. Walking in you are greeted to a Zen-like courtyard; enter the front
door and find a gorgeous foyer leading to a lovely open plan, starting with a
main Fam-Room with water feature over the FP, adjacent find a large Chef's
Kitchen, Formal Living & Dining Rooms with access to the huge wrap-around
SW deck with incredible Mountain and valley views.
The King-sized Master Suite offers a huge walk-in closet + gorgeous 5-pce
en-suite. Also include a generous second bedroom, a spacious Laundry/Mud
Room with courtyard access. The Lower level offers 1 bedroom (potential for
a 2nd) w/4-pce en-suite, a captivating theatre room, a huge Rec-room
hosting a custom wet bar & access to the lower level deck w/hot tub & gas
Firepit. Triple attached garage. Gated paved drive.Quiet cul-de-sac.
Short drive to Calgary & K-Country. This is country living at its finest! Call
today to view!
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