Paws 4 Thought (hooman) Together Again!

By Marilyn King

On Saturday, more than sixty members of Community Therapy Dogs Society arrived at Camp Chestermere for a celebration. This time it was the turn of the prganization to recognize the human volunteers. For many of the members who volunteer with their dogs in schools, hospitals and seniors homes, it was a great opportunity to connect with others and share stories. The weather cooperated, the sun shone and there were outside activities of archery, target shooting and lawn games, all of which were followed by an excellent catered buffet diner. During the evening there was a moving tribute to Steve King, the Founder of CTDS and Rob Bauhuis, the Societies new President, presented some of the long-time serving members with a Founders coin.The evening was MC’d by Erik Davis who kept us entertained throughout.

Ken Smolinski , a CTDS handler who joined the organization in May 2021, commented that when he joined with his therapy dog,Daisy, it was to help other people but he had found that the rewards had come back to him in ways he hadn’t imagined. I think everyone agreed that after the diconnect of the last few years, as the theme of the event said, it was great being “Together Again”.

100 Women Who Care (or 100 Men/People/Kids Who Care) groups are making a difference in their communities around the world by strengthening and growing the giving circle movement.

100 Women Who Care

100 Women Who Care Chestermere launched in mid-October 2021, and the first giving circle meeting was held on February 3, 2022. At that meeting, $3,100 was donated to the Community Therapy Dogs Society.

100 Women Who Care Chestermere is a group of local women who care about the Chestermere community and want to make a big impact within the community, but don’t necessarily have the time to commit to helping make that impact. Members commit to four one-hour meetings a year and donate $100 to a local charity or not for profit organization voted on by the members at each meeting. The next meeting is Thursday, November 3, 2022. If you would like to join and help make a huge impact in the community, please visit our website chestermere100.ca.

Older Adults Coalition of Chestermere Meeting

When: Wednesday, April 19, 2023 Time: 1:30pm – 3:30pm

Where: • Lakeshore Manor, 200 Marina Drive, Chestermere RSVP: • jumpmaster2@shaw.ca • illingw8@telus.net

Walk-ins welcome, RSVP appreciated

Chestermere Lions Club

Meets on the 4th Wednesday of each month at 7:00pm Meetings are currently by zoom. Checkout our facebook page for more information,

Chestermere Christian Fellowship Services: Sunday 10:00 am

Pastor Vince VanderVeen 403-204-2079

1.6 km north of Hwy 1 on Conrich Road

Camp Chestermere Camp Chestermere is OPEN for Day Care, Rentals, and Community Events! We’ve even opened up registration for Summer 2021 Day and Overnight Camps! We are constantly reviewing and updating our policies to fall in line with current COVID protocols. Contact us today to find out how we can serve you and your needs. More at www.campchestermere.com

The Chestermere Fine Art Guild

The Chestermere Fine Art Guild meets every Thursday at 1pm, at the Recreation Centre North side, upstairs in room 2. Come and explore your artistic potential. Welcoming new members beginner to advanced. Like us on Facebook and email chestermereartguild@gmail.com

Lakeside Quilters’ Guild Meeting each month at the Chestermere Recreation Centre on the first Wednesday of each month. Sew days are on the third Wednesday of each month and a sew Saturday each month, including summer. Quilting experience not required, new members welcome. For more information please contact Joyce at 403-383-1940.

St. Gabriel's the Archangel Parish

Catholics in Chestermere: Weekend masses are now open for public celebration without seating restrictions at St. Gabriel’s Catholic School (197 Invermere Dr.). There is no longer advanced registration required to attend mass (Saturday 5 pm, Sunday 9 am, and 10:30 am), but please stay home if you feel sick that day. For more information please call 403-455-0196

The Rotary Club Of Chestermere

Holds virtual meetings via Zoom on the 1st & 3rd Wednesday of the Month at 5:00pm and hosts in-person “Socials” at local venues on the last Wednesday of the month.

Guests are warmly welcomed to “Zoom in” to our virtual meeting or join us for some social time when they can!

Please email us for more information at: rotarychestermere@gmail.com

Check out our website at: www.rotarychestermere.org