Chestermere Anchor May 08 2023

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Chestermerians clean up the lake for Earth Day

18 bags of garbage were collected.

By Emily Rogers

In support of Earth Day, the Chestermere Public Library invited residents to help clean up the lake.

On April 22, about 50 people and local organizations collected nearly 20 bags of garbage.

“It went really well, we had a bunch of different organizations come and join us, and we had 18 bags filled up within three hours,” event organizer and library marketing and social media coordinator Spencer McDonald said.

Residents started by cleaning the lake in front of the library, and John Peake Park, and finished by picking up litter in the dog park area.

“We got most of the entire front of the lake done,” McDonald said. This was the first year the Chestermere Public Library celebrated Earth Day by collecting litter, McDonald noted that typically the library hosts a story time or a themed craft.

McDonald and event organizer Susan Landers were inspired to host an event that would make an impact, rather than just celebrate the day.

“We do a lot of our programs and events on the lake, the library is on the lake, and we felt taking care of the lake was something we should be doing,” McDonald said. “It’s very important to take care of the land you live on and work around.”

Cleaning up the lake was also an opportunity for the library to bring residents together and have a positive impact on the environment so residents can enjoy the lake and park space.

“We aren’t just a place to get books, we’re also a big community hub and a big part of that is making sure we take care of the community, and fill the need of what the community wants,” McDonald said. “Lake living in Chestermere is important to residents, having something like this proves we’re out there, and taking care of the community.”

During the day, families shared with McDonald as to why it was important for them to bring their children to a community event like cleaning up the lake.

“They wanted to show their kids the impact of littering, why you shouldn’t litter, teach advocacy for cleaning up after yourself, and holding onto your garbage until you can properly dispose of everything,” McDonald said.

Without the support from residents, local organizations, and Chestermere Public Works who supplied the garbage bags, the trash picker tools, and disposed of the litter, the event wouldn’t have been possible.

“We’re thankful for them, organizations for joining us, and we’re thankful we had so many people join us,” McDonald said. “We would absolutely love to do something like this again next year.”

About 50 residents, and local organizations helped collect 18 bags of garbage during the Chestermere Public Library’s clean up the lake event on April 22.

Photo/Spencer McDonald

In support of Earth Day, the Chestermere Public Library invited residents to help clean up the lake on April 22.

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Electric scooters coming to Chestermere

The city will have electric scooters by June.

By Emily Rogers

Chestermere residents will be able to scoot around the city on electric scooters by June.

Legislative Administrator for the City of Chestermere, Kallen Morrison explained during the May 2 council meeting, that city administration is in the process of finalizing a contract with Bird Canada.

Morrison noted that municipalities implement a pilot program when introducing e-scooters.

To determine how successful the pilot programs were in other municipalities, Morrison reviewed the pilot program survey results that were collected from Okotoks and Red Deer.

“The municipalities surveys found overwhelming support for the program, residents noted that they drove less, walked more during the duration of the program, which would be great for environmental purposes, health, lifestyle, and community aspects,” Morrison said. “Both cities continued the program after the pilot program. It got people out more, using their cars less, and residents found the experience to be fun.”

There’s no cost to bring the e-scooters to Chestermere, repair, or replace, as Bird Canada owns the scooters, however, the city could develop marked parking sports for the scooters to avoid congestion resulting in potential costs.

“Bird Canada is responsible, and covers the cost of delivering and retrieving scooters,” Morrison said.

Parking areas for the e-scooters was the primary concern of the program from council.

“While parking is a major concern, legislative services recommends that administration hold off on developing parking spots for e-scooters until the program is underway, to better understand hotspots and the use of resources more efficiency,” Morrison said. “If no one travels in that section, it’s a waste of resources.”

If the pilot program is successful, the city can place sidewalk decals in parking areas.

“I don’t think anything like bike racks or infrastructure will be needed but once again, we don’t know what we don’t know,” Morrison said. The use of e-scooters on streets or sidewalks will be dependent on the area of the city, with mixed-use in central locations.

“When we get to the stage in what we implement for safety measures, wherever we designate the areas, we can look at pavement markings, signage, or bike lanes,” City Director of Growth and Planning Travis Fillier said.

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Bow Valley Flames won the chance to practice with long-time Calgary Flame

“This is a memory for a lifetime.”

By Emily Rogers

The U-15 Bow Valley Flames got the opportunity to practice with hockey all-star Jarome Iginla, on April 29 at the Chestermere recreation centre.

The Bow Valley Flames were nominated for Giuseppe’s Practice With A Pro contest and won based on the team’s community involvement and volunteerism.

The team wrapped gifts, gathered toys for a toy drive, packed foodbank boxes, and mentored a younger hockey team throughout the season.

“It’s about being involved in the community, but also being a good teammate,” Iginla said. “Sports are a huge part of my life, I’ve had a lot of great friends and teammates from minor hockey to pros, and it’s neat to see what they did for the community, but also they are a great group together, and they won together.”

Iginla added giving back to the community is part of being on a team, and he was hopeful the team had fun volunteering and made new friendships along the way.

“There’s nothing wrong with knowing you are doing some of those things that there could be a payoff at the end, but their coach put them in

without even knowing it, so that is even more impressive,” Iginla said. Bow Valley Flames Team Manger Stephanie Shantz explained that the team didn’t know they were entered into the contest and were in shock when they found out they had won the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

“I hope the boys recognize the calibre of skill that’s on the ice showing them drills, and they take away to keep doing the good deeds, and nice things in the community selflessly,” Shantz said. “It’s good all around, it’s good for building character, it’s good for the people around.”

She noted that the team members hadn’t seen each other since the hockey season ended, but it was like they had never been apart.

“The boys were so excited, their energy at first was nervous energy, but when they got out there it settled in that they were with the legend,” Shantz said.

Chestermerians cheered on the team while Iginla showed them drills and ended the practice with a shootout on the minor hockey goalie.

“We’re grateful for this opportunity, for Dr. Oetker, and Giuseppe’s Pizzeria for giving us this chance,” she added. “This is a memory for a lifetime.”

The U-15 Bow Valley Flames got the opportunity to practice with hockey all-star Jarome Iginla, on April 29 at the Chestermere recreation centre.

Photo/Emily Rogers

Chestermere cheered on the Bow Valley Flames while Jarome Iginla showed them drills and ended the practice with a shootout on the minor hockey goalie.

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The Bow Valley Flames won the Giuseppe’s Practice With A Pro contest based on the team’s community involvement and volunteerism.

Photo/Emily Rogers

Jarome Iginla joined the Bow Valley Flames for their April 29 practice at the Chestermere recreation centre.

Photo/Emily Rogers

City council appoints auditor

The 2021 and 2022 audits are expected to be completed by the fall.

By Emily Rogers

Chestermere City Council appointed an auditor to complete the 2021 and 2022 financial audits.

During the May 2 council meeting, Gregory, Harriman and Associates LLP was appointed as the city’s auditor.

“The City of Chestermere is committed to competitive purchasing as the primary strategy in the procurement of goods and general services. This process is based on the principles of fair and good competition, best value, transparency and accountability,” the council report said.

The services will be for a five-year period, and begin with the financial audit for 2021, and 2022.

The audits are expected to be completed by September.

The City of Chestermere issued a request for proposals and received one proposal in response to the request.

“The proposal was evaluated against pre-determined qualitative and quantitative criteria specified within the request for proposals,” the report said. “The evaluation criteria included measures based on availability and delivery, customer service, support and communication, quality of audit and assurance services as well as pricing.”

City Councillor Sandy Johal-Watt expressed her concern about the city receiving only one proposal.

“I’m concerned about the optics to this, it being one proposal, considering the lack of proposals and interest,” Johal-Watt said.

The presenter explained to council that many firms couldn’t complete Chestermere’s audit because of timing and staffing restraints heading into the summer months.

Chestermere City Council appointed an auditor to complete the 2021 and 2022 financial audits during the May 2 council meeting.

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Mother’s Day meal ideas

Do you want to celebrate Mother’s Day with a tasty home-cooked meal? Here are some inspiring ideas.

BREAKFAST OR BRUNCH

Serve up some brunch classics or be bold and try something new! For example, spinach and goat cheese quiche, nutmeg custard pie, buckwheat pancakes with mushrooms, rice pudding with fruit, caramel croissants and eggs Benedict with lobster are tempting choices.

LUNCH OR DINNER

Serve bite-sized appetizers like asparagus and prosciutto crostini, cheese and caramelized onion puffs, gravlax or your choice of verrines. Prefer a fullcourse meal? Almond-crusted salmon, shrimp pasta, pan-seared scallops with cider glaze or surf and turf make great options. If you want something a bit lighter, consider a vege-

table soup, pork tenderloin salad or cauliflower and roasted pistachio couscous.

Visit your local shops to stock up on fresh and delicious produce.

DON’T HAVE THE TIME OR ENERGY TO COOK AN ELABORATE MEAL?

Don’t let that stop you!

Make a reservation at a local restaurant or order from a well-known caterer. Cheers!

5 inspiring moms in literature

1. JOSEPHINE

The Yellow Eyes of Crocodiles by Katherine Pancol Josephine is a devoted mother of two girls who does everything she can to be the best mom she can be. The novel tells the story of how she blossoms after a breakup.

2. KATHERINE MURRY

A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L’Engle

Katherine Murry, Meg’s mother, works hard every day to keep her family together despite the difficulties she faces, including Mr. Murry’s disappearance.

3. LISA CARTER

The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas

Lisa Carter is the glue that holds her family together. She makes a point of raising her children to be strong and aware of the racial injustice in their community, all while maintaining a strong marriage.

4 fun Mother’s Day activities

Do you want to organize a special, fun activity this Mother’s Day to create unforgettable memories? Take inspiration from these four ideas.

1. RECREATE A SPECIAL MOMENT

Think of an activity you and your mom did together in the past that brought you joy. See if you can recreate it to bring back happy memories and create new ones.

2. TREAT MOM TO DINNER AND A SHOW

If you know your mom’s tastes, buy tickets to a concert, theatre show or comedy act. Combine the experience with a meal at a restaurant to make it even more special.

3. UNWIND AT A SPA

A trip to the spa is a great way to relax and take a break from the daily grind. Extend the relaxation by booking an overnight stay at a hotel.

4. GO ON AN OUTDOOR ADVENTURE

If the weather permits, take the family on a hike in the great outdoors. Slow down and enjoy the scenery and fresh air. Don’t forget to pack snacks! Need a change of pace? Go somewhere you’ve never been before.

There’s no shortage of activities to celebrate Mother’s Day! For example, you could go on a bike ride, arrange a photo shoot or attend a cooking class. Discover what’s available in your area.

4. MISS HONEY

Matilda by Roald Dahl

Miss Honey shows that you don’t have to be a biological mother to be a great role model. She boldly encourages and supports Matilda.

5. OFFRED

The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood

Offred is the mother of a little girl who gets taken from her by the Republic of Gilead. She fights for her daughter and other mothers in the same situation.

Check out your local bookstores for more fascinating stories about exceptional mothers.

‘Bridge Banners Installed—Historical Theme’

Jen Peddlesden, President Chestermere Historical Foundation

The Chestermere Historical Foundation has worked with the City of Chestermere to produce six new historically themed bridge banners for Chestermere Boulevard. Thanks to the work of Alison Ciupa from the Parks Department, and Trent deGoesbriand the banners were designed by a CHF committee then printed and installed May 1st by SignCraft Digital.

This project fulfills the mandate of CHF to use its fundraising to bring the history of Chestermere to life; incorporating our past into the present. For the stories behind the images on this set of banners, please go to the CHF webpage under Banner Project. https://chestermerehistoricalfoundation.org/ banner-project

On the afternoon of Tuesday June 6th CHF will be part of 2023 Senior’s Week with a FREE presentation on the ‘History of Place Names in Chestermere’ (exact time TBA) at the Whitecappers 50+ Centre. As part of Historic Calgary Week, on the afternoon of August 1st launch tours around the lake with guides describing historic sites will be brought back by popular demand. Registration for these launch tours opens in June on this webpage https:// chinookhistory.ca/historic-calgary-week

Follow CHF on Facebook @Chestermerehistorical or Twitter @ChestermereF

To The Editor

Can we afford them again?

That seems to be the current campaign theme these days. When a candidate shows up on your doorstep or sends a social media feed, there are a couple of questions you may want to ask the current MLA government candidate. 1. What’s the latest on getting back the 1.5 billion dollars on the dead end keystone bet going? I state bet because it was made perfectly clear what intention the US had to shut it down before this effort started, but instead of waiting a couple of months for the election result the UCP seem to bet that the outcome shouldn’t be a problem.

2. What advantage did Alberta get from the 30 million dollar war room on misinformation on the oil industry other than a cartoon, who by the way appreciated the notoriety, and what about the consultant cost on this late report, which as reported didn’t seem to find anything specific?

3. In the news, the government is said to be spending 20 million dollars on a fountain in front of the capital. Which would you hold as a better investment, putting more resources in supporting post secondary students that are struggling with increasing costs like rent, tuition, food etc... Or a nontax paying fountain for the few? These people are our future and this government is making it harder for these future job creating tax payers to not become social assistance reliant because they can’t afford an education. Where are the leadership foresight priorities?

4. Do you think the Keeping Alberta Affordable “campaign” is needed by those households that make $180,000? That’s $15000 per month, do you really think an extra $100 bucks is going to make a difference at that income level or would it have made a bigger difference to struggling students that don’t get this benefit. Some perspective, a senior on just CCP and OAS if they contributed most of their working career would get about $1700 per month. That’s just 10% of the upper end of this programs monthly income. Do you think this taxpayer funded benefit is actually being used as an election benefit given it’s sent out by the “Government of Alberta”? Why do I ask? I got my first mailed flyer about this program in February and then to my surprise another one

in March, which makes me wonder why resend that info, which has a cost to process. Could it be a taxpayers supported campaign thing? Another cost that seems to have been ignored and not managed well over the decades of governance is the cost that resource companies are legally responsible for. We have our protecting ERA and government stating they’re going to hold those responsible on one hand, and on the other hand municipalities, that are not allowed to run a deficit, have to manage it because some resource companies’ not paying their taxes. It’s reported to be about $268,000,000 currently. Who’s in charge, really? If you or I did that according to what is noted by the government a 7% yearly penalty charge would apply, so ask your MLA is that happening, or is it the taxpayers on the hook while resource companies are reporting historic profits. On another note, do you find it interesting that Premier Smith on her own admission can find time to focus on one person that has charges against him or to run a radio show, but can’t seem to find time for a follow up question by the media? I think we have all seen how politicians can talk around a question without answering it, so a follow up question to ask for clarification has now been controlled by our Premier. Do you think that demonstrates less transparency and more government control on a society that wants less government oversight? The media is the public eyes and ears, so what’s next? How politicians communicate shows who they work for, do you feel included? Given my rant above you may think I have allegiance to a particular party, and you would be wrong. Don’t know about you but I believe most Albertans want a government that actually pays attention to the Albertan and not treat them as if they have no interest or intelligence or that they have short memories in what is going on. On voting day it’s your choice on how you want to be handled, and what type of future your family can count on in adapting to the many challenges we’re all seeing around our world. This is a good time to ask your candidate what their goals “and solutions” are, and can we afford them.

Dennis Bigras

Canadian Music Scene

Multi-Platinum, Two-Time JUNO Award Winning

Bassist for The Strumbellas, Darryl James, Announces Sophomore EP Under Solo IndieRock Alias, Close Kicks

As the bassist in two time JUNO-award winning band The Strumbellas, Darryl James is no stranger to the power of collaborating with multiple musicians. Spending over a decade with the chart-topping Canadian Indie-Rock outfit, James is an original band member who serves as both a musician and co-writer in the group. In 2021, James launched his solo musical endeavour under the name Close Kicks, created as a separate artistic entity where he could explore and develop his own original music as both writer and producer. His brand new EP “Colours” marks the first time he was dedicated to exploring the craft of writing, producing, and mixing his music independently from the ground up. James adds the final touches to his music by inviting local artists to record the instrumentation, adding a unique take on an otherwise completely solo project. With wideranging musical depth that oscillates between Alternative-Folk and Indie-Rock, Close Kicks sound encompasses the vintage feel of analog recordings with a modern edge, behind lyrics that cleverly traverse socially focused themes of mental health, community activism, and vulnerability.

From multi-platinum and gold certified singles, global tours, and playing some of the most coveted festivals and TV shows in the world including Bonaroo, Governor’s Ball, Jimmy Kimmel, and The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Darryl James has achieved major career successes in what can be considered a short tenure in music. As a former arboriculturist working in turf management, James began his musical career at the age of 30 having never previously played bass, proving that it is truly never too late to start. Following the successes of The Strumbellas, James pushed beyond his comfort zone and began to collaborate with world renowned artists including Kevin Griffin (Better Than Ezra) and Erika Nuri Tayler (Fantasia - When I See You) while educating himself in musical production, self-recording, and mixing. “I’ve learned that no matter the obstacle, if you’re willing to put in the work and you believe in yourself, anything is possible.” His debut EP as Close Kicks, “Dreamers”, celebrates James’ dedication to his continuous growth as an artist, love of collaboration, and his artistic endeavours beyond music, incorporating his love for photography and film. Reaching close to one million streams across platforms and prominently featured on broadcasts ranging

from the MLB, to Toronto Blue Jays, and NHLAA, Close Kicks’ debut project was a resounding success, marking the first time James created and released music on his own.

With his sophomore EP as Close Kicks titled “Colours”, James dives deeper into his creativity than ever before, delivering a project that once again unites all areas of his artistry. Written, performed, recorded, and mixed by James, the artist collaborated with local musicians from his hometown on each of the five tracks, providing them with the framework of how he wanted each song to sound and inviting them to add their own flare to each part. From creating the EP and single covers from photos he took himself to filming video content on his own, “Colours” marks a new chapter for James, where he began to trust his solo artistic instincts more than ever before. Starting the project in 2022 while also embarking on a journey of sobriety, James paused the recording process to begin to care for his mother who had recently been diagnosed with cancer. Calling her his biggest supporter who always encouraged him to pursue music, James continued to work on the project throughout her illness, and was able to share the songs she encouraged him to complete with her before her recent and untimely passing.

Close Kicks sophomore EP, “Colours”, features vibrant soundscapes, expressive lyrics, and the powerful result of following your heart. Opening with lead single “Never Going To Give This Up”, a retro Indie-Rock track about standing up for what one believes in, James calls upon his experience as an active member of his community in Lindsay, ON. Drawing inspiration for the song from wanting to make an impactful contribution to society for his children and for future generations, James calls “Never Going To Give This Up” his protest song, sharing “I want to stress that being active within our communities can leave a lasting, positive impact for generations to come”. With an engaging melody and unforgettable chorus, the Indie-Rock track features a prominent, striking electric guitar and driving drumbeat.

“Somewhere Lost” and “You’ll Find Me” both focus on mental struggles and the processing of complex emotions. Marking a notable departure from his musical comfort zone, “Somewhere Lost” is a slow-tempo, vulnerable, and melancholy piano ballad with comforting

harmonies and James’ distinctly longing, echofilled vocal performance. Released as the first single off of the project, the song has been prominently featured on numerous playlists across Amazon and Apple Music. “Colours” also features Folk-tinged “Long Way From Home”, a lonely yet hopeful mid-tempo track, featuring delightfully intricate instrumentation creatively juxtaposed against sorrow-filled lyrics, along with “Running Wild”, an Alternative-Rock track about the realization of a need to change.

Refreshingly honest and bursting with radiant sound, “Colours’’ definitively marks what creativity can look like when an artist chooses to trust their creative instincts. As a student of his craft, Darryl James ventures into multiple areas of new territory with Close Kicks second ever release, becoming the sole song creator, storyteller, and artistic director of a project all his own. Showcasing an exciting realm of creative possibilities for the artist, the release of “Colours’’ also celebrates over seven months of sobriety for James, and is what he attributes to helping complete the project during one of the most challenging times of his life. Brimming with artistic dexterity, vivid musical textures, and unbound vulnerability, “Colours” delivers a thrilling world of creativity from a musician who is finally learning to embrace what can happen when he trusts himself. Most importantly, his mom will always be his biggest fan.

“Colours” will be available everywhere on May 5 2023.

Kari Zalik Publicist, Bad Parade kari@badparade.com

Welcome to Rainbow Falls Dental!

Family Dentist Chestermere

Rainbow Falls Dental is excited to introduce their brand new state of the art Dental practice to the town of Chestermere and surrounding area. Our dynamic team will strive to ensure you are comfortable and confident with the complete oral health care you are receiving and will continue to receive.

You’ll always leave a lasting impression with a bright and confident smile. At Rainbow Falls Dental, we want to help you claim and maintain a strong healthy smile to enjoy for your entire life.

Rainbow Falls Dental is a full-service clinic providing everything from routine check-ups & cleanings for your children, to the complex cosmetic and restorative dentistry sometimes needed.

Our team understands that there is often a sense of uneasiness and anxiety associated with dental visits. We strive to put these emotions at ease by creating a positive and relaxing experience. It is very important to establish a great foundation of trust with each and every patient and take the time to accommodate to the specific needs of the individual. Our entire team is dedicate to providing you with a comfortable, pleasant, and friendly experience.

We offer dental services for families and individuals of all ages. We are Unit 214 100 Rainbow Road, Chestermere, AB. We are right beside the No Frills.

Call Rainbow Falls Dental to set up an appointment!

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Rocky View Schools Indigenous Advisory Circle taking action towards truth and reconciliation

The first meeting will be held before the end of the school year.

By Emily Rogers

The Rocky View Schools (RVS) board of trustees approved changes to the Indigenous Advisory Circle.

Superintendent of Schools Greg Luterbach explained to trustees during the April 27 board meeting, that administration suggested multiple changes after reviewing the Indigenous Advisory Circle.

The changes included officially renaming the group from a committee to a circle, updating membership to reflect the three first nations of Stoney Nakoda Nations, and including a Siksika Nation representative.

Other changes included replacing RVS’ Indigenous Inclusion Council Chair with the Director of Indigenous Learning and moving to a co-chair arrangement between a trustee and a representative.

“We’ve created an Indigenous Branch within the learning department. The director has made it a priority about building relationships with our local First Nations,” Luterbach said. “That’s certainly helpful and important for our students, our communities, our First Nations, and for the working circle to get representatives.”

Invitations will be sent to the various groups to appoint representatives, with the first meeting expected to be held by June, to start developing relationships.

“We’re going to this group and saying tell us what you would see as meaningful measurable ways to determine whether our First Nation students are feeling included, safe, and welcome,” Luterbach said. “There’s

a greater understanding that they are seeing actions towards truth and reconciliation from students, staff, and schools. With the circle, we’re trying to take those ideas, and challenges and share the best ways to do it.” RVS trustees first created the circle’s term of reference in October 2021, to fulfil the circle’s purpose of providing guidance and support to the board, in creating an environment where students and staff are knowledgeable, understanding, and respectful of indigenous cultures while honouring indigenous history, cultures, languages and perspectives, the RVS report said.

“RVS’ Director of Indigenous Learning has made a priority of trying to build relationships with our local First Nations,” the report said. “It is critical that healthy, positive relationships exist likely before representatives will be provided.”

Ward 3 trustee Fred Burley expressed his excitement for the changes and getting circle meetings underway.

“I’m looking forward to having a first meeting and getting it off the ground. The changes being made, make sense to me, and it would be good to get it approved and underway right away,” Burley said.

Ward 5 trustee Judi Hunter explained the circle represents RVS’ commitment to truth and reconciliation.

“I look forward to seeing the outcome,” Hunter said.

The Rocky View Schools board of trustees approved changes to the Indigenous Advisory Circle. The first meeting is expected to be held before the end of the school year.

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On The Campaign Trail

Chantelle de Jonge advocating for a strong and free Alberta

UCP candidate Chantelle de Jonge’s campaign is focused on health care, education, and economic growth.

By Emily Rogers

Chestermere-Strathmore United Conservative Party (UCP) candidate Chantelle de Jonge is determined to protect Alberta’s motto, “Strong and free.”

De Jonge explained that she was inspired to join politics to protect Alberta, preserve strength and freedom, and build on the values that the province was built on.

“I believe there’s only one outcome in this upcoming election that does result in a strong and free Alberta, and that’s with the UCP,” de Jonge said. “This is the most important election in Alberta’s history. The UCP wants to keep Alberta moving forward, by growing and diversifying our economy, which means jobs and prosperity for the communities in our riding.

De Jonge noted the UCP is protecting services such as health care, education, and values including affordability.

To advocate for the issues within the riding, de Jonge is prepared to be a strong voice at the table for constituents with active and accessible representation.

In her campaign, de Jonge is advocating for health care, education, economic growth, policing, and investment.

“The UCP must be re-elected for us to move forward to ensure the folks in the riding succeed,” de Jonge said. “The UCP has brought forward so much excellent policy during the campaign, our record over the past has been excellent, and that’s the policy that keeps Alberta moving forward on issues.”

The UCP is advocating for policing in the province that addresses community-specific issues, with initiatives such as deploying sheriffs to support police, mandating body-worn cameras, establishing community safety plans, and encouraging collaboration between police and civilians.

“The UCP is taking bold action to support law and order, and make

communities safer,” de Jonge said. She added, if re-elected, the UCP will continue to work to grow the economy.

“Our economy is booming, Alberta is leading the country in economic growth, and all of the forecasts are showing that these trends are only going to continue,” de Jonge said. “It’s the UCP that did that, and the UCP needs to remain in government in order to build on that.”

De Jonge is advocating reducing corporate tax, encouraging more business in the province, ensuring health care, more schools, and inflation management for Albertans.

“Affordability is so important to Albertans, our inflation relief plan is working right now, this province has the lowest inflation in the country,” de Jonge said. “We’ve got our economy back on track.”

De Jonge noted that because health care is important to Albertans, the UCP is working to improve the health care system.

“Our health is so important to Albertans, the UCP isn’t kicking the can down the road on health care,” de Jonge said. “We’re making the changes the system needs to improve.”

De Jonge is now seeking the Chestermere-Strathmore constituents’ support to continue the work being done to improve health care, education, and economic growth.

“We need to re-elect the UCP to ensure this province continues to be the economic engine of this country,” de Jonge said. “That’s what keeps Albertans working, that’s what keeps Albertans prosperous and keeps Alberta that beacon of opportunity that it is.”

Enterprising Women Contest

Chestermere Radio (CFTR the Rogue) is running a contest for female owned/managed business in our listening area from the Bow to the Badlands where the winner will receive $2500 of advertising across our platforms of our website, digital news magazine, and radio.

Anyone from the public can nominate the business. Please include the Business Name, community , and the reason you are nominating them and we will place the nominations daily on our Facebook page. Feel free to nominate yourself!

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Magazine: Home Grown, Well Anchored, Reaching

On The Campaign Trail

Raj Jessel advocating for a better Alberta

NDP candidate Raj Jessel’s campaign is focused on health care, education, childcare, and policing.

By Emily Rogers

Chestermere-Strathmore New Democratic Party (NDP) candidate Raj Jessel is ready to listen to constituents and help to resolve their issues.

Jessel has been an active member of the riding, listening to residents, and working to mitigate their issues, and wanted to take it to the political level.

“I decided to run for Chestermere-Strathmore because I want to listen to people and resolve their issues in Chestermere-Strathmore the constituency,” Jessel said. “This is my home and I know all the issues within the constituency. I’m listening every day.”

In his campaign, he is focused on investing in health care with a focus on ambulance services, and education giving students a chance to obtain a higher education.

“For our students and young people, it’s so expensive to have a higher education, if the system stays like this how will people get a higher education? I’m stepping in to fix these problems. This is the time,” Jessel said. “The NDP is working for Albertans, and for the future of Alberta.”

Jessel noted the key issues in the constituency include infrastructure, health care, education, childcare, and policing.

He explained that infrastructure needs to be fixed, communities need more family doctors and ambulance services, teachers need resources, and the provincial government needs to keep RCMP services.

He added, the NDP will invest in renewable energy, other than oil and gas, and he is hopeful more investment will come to the ChestermereStrathmore area.

“This is a very important election. I’m asking people to think before they vote, and to vote for health care, education, and for a better Alberta,” Jessel said. “The NDP will work for Albertans, invest in health care, education, childcare, and put a cap on insurance fees and utilities.”

Spring home & Garden 2023

Hardy Locally Grown Trees and Shrubs

• Assiniboine Poplar – Fast growing shelterbelt tree

• Byland Green Poplar – Fast growing shelterbelt tree

• Sargent’s Poplar – Cotton less Cottonwood

• Sundancer Poplar – A fast growing narrow poplar

• Swedish Columnar Aspen 10

Feature Shrubs -available late April or early May

Cotoneaster, Lilacs, Potentilla, Spirea & more

Bare root

Cotoneaster & Spruce

Ask for a quote.

Stump Grinding

We use a stump planer mounted on a skid steer. This attachment bores the stump below the surface in a clean and safe manner.

Tips when planting shade trees

Beautiful landscaping can add instant curb appeal to a property. But beauty isn’t the only thing that makes idyllic landscaping attractive to homeowners. Some landscaping features, such as shade trees, save homeowners money while adding aesthetic appeal.

The U.S. Department of Energy notes that shading is the most cost-effective way to reduce solar heat gain in a home. Shading also cuts air conditioning costs, which tend to be expensive in areas with warm, humid climates. In fact, the DOE notes that wellplanned landscapes can reduce unshaded homes’ air conditioning costs by anywhere from 15 to 50 percent.

When planting shade trees, one of the first decisions homeowners will need to make is which type of tree, deciduous or evergreen, they want to plant. Deciduous trees are those that seasonally shed their leaves, while evergreens are trees that keep their leaves throughout the year. Deciduous trees can help keep homes cool in the summer by blocking sun, and those same trees can be beneficial in winter after they shed their leaves by letting the sun in and keeping homes warm. But evergreens also can be beneficial in winter by blocking wind, potentially preventing cold air from making its way into a home through cracks in walls or around windows.

When planting shade trees, techniques vary depending on which type of tree homeowners ultimately choose to plant.

Planting deciduous trees

The DOE says that deciduous trees that are between six and eight feet tall when planted will begin shading the windows of a home within a year of being planted. Depending on

the species of the plant and the home, those same deciduous trees may begin shading the roof within five to 10 years of being planted. When planting deciduous trees, homeowners should keep these tips in mind.

• Plant trees to the south of the home. When planted to the south of the home, deciduous trees can screen between 70 and 90 percent of the summer sun while still allowing residents to feel summer breezes.

• Consider sun angles. Homeowners who want to shade their homes from low afternoon sun angles should plant trees with crowns that are lower to the ground on the west side of their homes.

• Cool air before it reaches your home. Shrubs and groundcover plants can be planted to cool air before it reaches a home.

Evergreen trees

Planting evergreens to block wind is known as “windbreaking,” which lowers the wind chill near a home. Wind also can be used to cool a home in summer. But these benefits can only be realized when evergreens are strategically planted.

• Location, location, location: The DOE advises planting evergreen trees to the north and northwest of the home to stop wind. In addition, to get the most bang for your windbreaking buck, the distance between the home and windbreak should be two to five times the height of the mature tree.

• Plant trees on either side of the house. Planting trees on either side of the house will direct cooling winds toward the home in the summer.

Shade trees can help homeowners reduce their energy bills, making them valuable and attractive additions to any landscape.

5 mistakes to avoid when cleaning your windows and mirrors Ready, set, declutter

Clean mirrors, windows and glass furniture add instant sparkle to your decor. In your haste to get the shine, you may make mistakes that cause you to double your efforts. Avoid these five habits to get the best results the first time.

1. Cleaning when the weather or lighting is bad, like freezing rain or glaring sun

2. Neglecting to dust surrounding spaces, like mirror frames, before cleaning

3. Using a poor-quality cleaning solution

4. Drying surfaces with a non-absorbent, dirty or lint-covered cloth

5. Forgetting to wipe the squeegee after each pass

Purchase the best cleaning products and accessories at your local stores. You could also try hiring a cleaning pro for dazzling results.

Tackling spring cleaning without first decluttering a few rooms, drawers, or cupboards can be futile. Is this task worth the effort? The answer is a resounding yes. Getting rid of unnecessary things gives you, among other things, an incredible feeling of lightness and well-being. Here are a few tips on how to make this chore go smoothly.

Many find that sorting through their belongings brings up various emotions. Can you relate? To lighten the emotional load, start with items with little or no sentimental va lue , such as leftover renovation materials or take-out containers that can go in the recycling bin.

Once you’ve done this, sort through other items. When deciding if you should keep something, ask yourself if it’s useful.

If you haven’t used it in over a year, it’s not essential. If you’re reluctant to part with an expensive item, remember that you can sell it to someone else who can give it a new life.

If you have several duplicates of nearly identical items, keep only one or two (the least worn, for example). If you’ve been hoarding clothes that no longer fit, be realistic. Sell them if they’re in good shape or donate them to an organization that helps needy people.

After decluttering, reward yourself with a relaxing massage or meal out.

How to clean your walls without damaging the paint

Washing painted walls can be tricky and requires special care. Follow these steps to avoid marring the paint or leaving unsightly scuffs.

1. Gently remove dust and cobwebs with a vacuum cleaner or duster.

2. Place old towels along the baseboards to absorb excess water.

3. Wash the walls with a sponge or mop, working from top to bottom. Gently scrub away stains as needed. Water alone is usually sufficient for surface dirt, but you may need to use a mild detergent for stubborn stains.

4. Dry the cleaned and rinsed surfaces with a fresh cloth as you go.

Psst! The darker the paint colour and the more matte the finish, the less scrubbing you should do.

Spring cleaning: 5 fabric care tips

While spring cleaning your home, don’t forget about textiles. Here are a few tips for cleaning your quilts, bedspreads, curtains, cushions, duvet covers and more.

1. Before putting any textiles in the washing machine, shake out all the dust and debris or vacuum them. This will make cleaning more effective.

2. Me tal accessories such as zippers can damage delicate fabrics. Don’t take any chances! Wash your delicates in a separate load. Also, place particularly fragile fabrics, like lace, in a mesh laundry bag.

3. Use a mild detergent, and don’t use bleach, which can discolour your fabrics.

5. The drying method you use depends on the fabric type. You can generally use the dryer for heavy-duty texti les. However, hang other materials to air dry before steaming or ironing them.

Do you have high walls that are nearly impossible to reach?

4 tips for tidying your home

4. Wash your fabrics in cold water on the delicate or normal cycle. Follow the care instructions on the label whenever possible.

If you have any items with special cleaning needs, bring them to your local dry cleaner.

Expert tips for maintaining your flooring

Have you finished most of your spring cleaning but haven’t washed your floors? Here are a few tips for maintaining your flooring without damaging it.

• Ceramic tiles. Clean the grout lines with a product specifically designed for this purpose. After letting the product soak in, scrub the grout with a clean brush or cloth and rinse. You can easily clean the surface of the tiles with a mixture of water and white vinegar.

• Vinyl. This popular material is easy to care for and will look new for years. Gently mop the floor with a vinyl cleaner to remove grime. Then, rinse with clean water and let dry.

• Floating floor. This type of flooring is practical and attractive but vulnerable to moisture. Therefore, avoid soaking it with water when washing it. Purchase a product designed for floating floors. Follow the instructions to restore your floor to its former glory.

• Hardwood. Restore the shine of this elegant material with an environmentally friendly, no-rinse cleaner. That way, you won’t leave behind streaks or residue. Avoid using scouring pads and other aggressive tools to remove stains. These items could damage the floor’s finish.

Visit local stores to find products and accessories to make your floors shine.

Have you carefully sorted your belongings down to the essentials, but your home is still a mess? Don’t worry! Here are a few tips to help you tidy up.

1. Take advantage of space. Go around your home and look for unused spaces underneath staircases and beds, over cupboards and behind doors. Make the most of this space with hooks, shelves and storage bins.

2. St ore seasonal items. For instance, put your camping gear and Christmas decorations in marked bins or bags and store them in your basement or shed. Make sure these items are easily accessible when you need them.

3. Keep frequently used items at hand. It doesn’t make sense to stow away items you use several times a day or week. Instead, place them within easy reach or on attractive displays. Keep rarely used products out of sight unless they’re particularly decorative.

4. Invest in multifunctional furniture. Convertible furniture, multi-purpose shelving and storage benches or ottomans are perfect for stowing away things in style. Visit your local stores to explore your options.

Consult a specialist in your area for personalized advice on organizing your home.

No matter what type of flooring you have, remove debris, crumbs and dust with a broom, vacuum or cloth before you start cleaning.

Four solutions for IMPROVING YOUR HOME SECURITY

Being a victim of theft — or a home invasion — is a horrifying experience that we all want to avoid at all costs. Fortunately, several options exist to discourage thieves from breaking into your home. Here are four that can help you feel more safe and secure.

1. ALARM SYSTEMS

Home security alarm systems are increasingly sophisticated and accessible. In fact, homeowners can now protect their property remotely and at any hour of the day or night by using “smart” surveillance cameras and motion detectors. Such devices can be connected to security company switchboards or even to the homeowner’s Wi-Fi connected tablet, phone or computer.

The latest alarm systems typically include:

• Fire detectors

• Window breakage detectors

• Water leak detectors

• Carbon monoxide detectors

• Lighting control

• Thermostat control

• Notification of the locking and unlocking of doors

Tip: be sure to choose a recognized professional to install and maintain your alarm system. Ask family or friends for references or consult consumer protection organizations to find the right people for the job.

2. BURGLAR-PROOF WINDOWS

To discourage thieves from targeting your home, consider replacing your windows with high-security models fitted with reinforced glass. These windows are incredibly resistant and are effective as a deterrent to thie ves, who will most likely want to try their luck somewhere else. Check with local window manufacturers and installers to find out more.

3. ANTITHEFT LOCKS

Cheap locks can be easily picked by thieves, even inexperienced ones. In other words, your possessions aren’t necessarily protected when you lock your doors before leaving home. Several reputable companies (Medeco, Abloy, Mul-T-Lock, Corbin and Ilco) have developed high-end locks that sell from around $200. Here are a few examples:

• Key control locks

• Double-cylinder deadbolt locks

• High-security rotary disk locks

• Code (or combination) locks

• Fingerprint locks

• Locks controlled via a Bluetooth system

Alarm systems, windows, doors and locks: several products can help you protect your most valuable possessions.

Check with locksmiths in your area to find a suitable model that will deter thieves.

4. REINFORCED DOORS

There are several ways you can make your doors more secure. You could, for example, add an additional lock to your front door or block the sliding mechanism of your patio door with a metal rod.

Door manufacturers also use such materials as burglar-proof glass, steel and composite to reinforce some of their mo d els. Check with the specialized companies in your area and improve your home security before — not after — your home is broken into.

Coldwell Agencies have been servicing the Strathmore area community for the last 40 years! We are family-owned and operated. We provide farm insurance, auto insurance, commercial insurance, home insurance and much more. Providing bundle packages, our insurance brokers will get you the coverage you need. Give us a call to learn more about our services at Coldwell Agencies Ltd.

Older Adults Coalition of Chestermere (OACC)

May 2023

on their crisis line 24/7 at 403-775-CWCS (2927). They are also looking for volunteers to help on the crisis line and grant writing. Unfortunately, there is a need for this service in our community and it is important for residents to know help is available.

The Chestermere Foodbank are also having their AGM on April 17th at Dunn & Company. Must be that time of year! They have a few events coming up that need your support. On May 19th they are planning a Fill the Fire Truck event at No Frills. Keep an eye out for the specific details. As always, any and all support of the Foodbank is welcome.

There is some great programming going on at the Chestermere Public Library. Chestermere Community Support Resource Fair is there April 27th and May 25th. It’s an opportunity to learn about a variety of free community supports that are available. It runs from 10am – 12pm so be sure to stop by.

Well – spring has sprung! At least we hope there isn’t a surprise winter blast, after all, we do live in Alberta. I have to say it has been wonderful to see people out and about. Chatting and catching up and seeing smiles! While everyone has to do what is comfortable for them personally, seeing smiles and facial expressions rather than it being concealed by a mask makes my heart warm. Engagement and interaction with your friends and neighbours and being social again really does make our Community an amazing place.

OACC News & Community Events

OACC is looking to fill the Vice-Chair position on our Board. Your commitment would be to work with the Coalition members in meeting the needs identified by the members. As a stakeholder you must reside or work within the geographical boundaries of Chestermere and surrounding areas. The Vice Chair role works closely with the two Co-Chairs and Secretary to organize and coordinate all projects and meetings. It is a twoyear term. If you are interested, please contact Joanne, Shannon, or Betty (see contact information below).

Some updates from around the community and our not-for-profit partners…..

Check out the Whitecappers website at http://whitecappers.ca/ for their monthly calendar and newsletter OR you can stop by and pick copies up at their location on the south end of the Rec Centre at 201B Chestermere Drive. Their AGM is scheduled for May 30th for anyone interested in joining their board or attending.

The Chestermere Women’s Crisis Society continue to provide assistance to clients in need. Whether it be basic needs or domestic violence issues, they are there to help residents in any way they can. They can be reached

So if you are a history buff, you might want to stop by the Chestermere Historical Foundation event happening on Tuesday, April 18th at 2:00pm. The topic is Horses & Mules in WWI. It will be presented at the Whitecappers premises at 201 W Chestermere Drive. It is free admission and should be an interesting presentation (full disclosure – my daughter Samantha is presenting). If you want to know more about the historical programs and upcoming events that the Historical Foundation are hosting, check out their website at www.chestermerehistoricalfoundation.org.

Did you know that the Chestermere Community Support Services (CSS) has a program that supports individuals and families to meet their daily needs? The Community Access Program or CAP supports Chestermere residents in accessing multiple, subsidized resources. While there are some eligibility requirements, the program helps you access subsidies to various programs throughout the City. To apply, you must provide proof of Chestermere residency, ID for each household member and proof of income. For more information, reach out to CSS at 403-207-7079 or email them at cssinfo@chestermere.ca.

With the warm weather quickly approaching, it is a great time of year to have some neighbour or family fun time. The City of Chestermere has a Block Party based program designed to build connection and community. So, gather your neighbours or family and have cookoff or BBQ with the help of the City. Each kit includes cookware, dishes, utensils and recipe books to use, along with a gift card to help purchase some of the ingredients. Check it out by contacting Craig at 403-7050 ext. 7094 or email him at cmcleod@chestermere.ca. It’s a great way to have some fun!

Mark you calendar! Senior’s Week this year is June 5 through June 11. There is a committee of non-profit organizations working with the City to build a calendar of events for the week. While in the early planning stages, we expect there will be something scheduled every day to celebrate the Older Adults in our community. As things get firmed up, watch our article and listen to our segment on The Rogue radio station for more details!

Chestermere Senior Services & South Asian Seniors Social Outreach is having meeting groups at Lakeshore Manor. If you are interested or want more information, please contact Kiran Randhawa at 403-472-1490 or

kiranran786@gmail.com. There is a men’s group as well as a women’s group. All are welcome!

Finally, a reminder about the Chestermere Conversation Café. As previously mentioned, this group is intended to support caregivers and family members of those working with Dementia or memory loss. Regardless of where you or your family member is in the dementia journey, it is a casual conversation setting offering peer support. Family members and dementia patients are welcome to join in. Future meetings will be held on the 4th Monday of every month from 2:00pm – 4:00pm at Lakeshore Manor (200 Marina Drive, Chestermere). You can contact Don at 403-473-1564 or check out the link for more information: https:// dementianetworkcalgary.ca/event/ new-chestermere-conversationcafe-in-person/

News & Views on Health

Happy April from your local CRPCN (Calgary Rural Primary Care Network). It is energizing to enter Spring and uplifting to have longer days ahead. Updates from the clinic include a reminder to get your vaccine boosters when advised.

Check with your family doctor or nurse practitioner or prescribing pharmacist for the next eligibility. Don’t forget about Shingles and Pneumonia vaccines as well! There are come online courses coming up on www.crpcn.ca. Staring April 26th, Craving Change will launch online. It is a 3-week series focusing on why you eat what you do. As you become more aware of your personal eating triggers, you will be able to control your food cravings and change your problematic eating behaviours. This is a cognitive-behavioural approach that encourages you to consider how your thoughts, emotions and behaviours all interact. The workshop is once a week for 3 weeks. It is a free course, so check it out online and register.

Have a wonderful Easter with your family and friends. Stay well!

Join the Older Adults’ Coalition of Chestermere

Are you an older adult? Do you live or work in Chestermere or the immediate surrounding area? Do you want to engage and/or volunteer in the community with similar residents? Do you have

family that fits this demographic that you care for or have living in Chestermere? Did you know that as a business or organization that has an interest in providing services or programs for our older adults you are more than welcome to be a member of OACC? We welcome adult children of older adults, caregivers, educators, agencies, service organizations, funders, community partners and the community at large. The common goal is to work for the betterment of older adults in our community. Please join us at our next monthly meeting! We meet the 3rd Wednesday of the month.

OACC – Upcoming Meeting Dates –Wednesday, April 19 & Wednesday, May 17 at 1:30PM – 3:30PM Lakeshore Manor (200 Marina Drive, Chestermere). While walkins are welcome to our meetings, RSVPs are appreciated. Please email Joanne jumpmaster2@ shaw.ca or Betty illingw8@telus. net or Shannon shannon.fetterly@ lakeshoremanor.ca.

The OACC welcomes community businesses, organizations, and service providers to join our meetings as a guest speaker. If you are interested, please reach out to Joanne, Betty, or Shannon.

Resources

The Chestermere Older Adults’ Resource Handbooks (2023) are available at the Older Adults’ Coalition of Chestermere meetings. They are also available at the Chestermere Library, Whitecappers Association, Lakeshore Manor, and Synergy as well as medical offices and pharmacies throughout the City. Please pick yours up or take one for a neighbour. You can also access these Handbooks by contacting the City of Chestermere at 403-207- 7079 or online at https://www.chestermere.ca/ DocumentCenter/View/20176/ Chestermere-Older-AdultsResource-Handbook-2023

Lakeshore Manor also provides a wide variety of resources and information for Older Adults within our community. They can be contacted at 587-349-7444 or online at https://lakeshoremanor.ca

Chestermere Community Services

The City of Chestermere website also has some great resources for older adults and seniors programming, events, and information! https://www. chestermere.ca/658/Programs-forSeniors

Spring Programs 2023

Spring programs have begun! This sessions registration is 100% online, instructions on how to register can be found on our program guide. We have lots of brand-new programs coming to the library for this spring. Find our full program guide on our website. www.chestermerepubliclibrary.com

Upcoming Library Closure

We will be closed from May 20th to May 22nd for May Long Weekend. We will reopen for our regularly scheduled hours on May 23rd. Our return bin will be closed during this time.

Storytime

Storytime is back! Join us on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays at 10:15AM for songs and stories. No registration is required. Join us for a special storytime on May 29th at 10:15AM to celebrate Global Parents Day!

CPAWS Outdoor Field Study

Join us for a free outdoor field study on May 13th at 1:00PM around the lake presented by CPAWS (Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society). This program is for families and children ages 8-12. Registration is required for this program.

Featured Artist

Art work created by local artist, Audrey Buschgens, will be displayed from now until the middle of June. Come on down to the library to check out Audrey’s artwork that contain brush strokes to create realism with a hint of whimsey.

BIG THANKS to the high school students in the Art Program, and Career & Technology Studies Program from Summit Trails Online School for loaning us their creations to display last week. The creativity, uniqueness, and beautiful artwork was a joy to have at the library. If you missed the exhibit here, it is being displayed at the Airdrie Public Library this week.

Novel Book Club

Join us May 18th at 6:00PM in the library to discuss Things Fall Apart by Chinua Achebe. No registration is required, and copies are available at the library for borrowing. We will be taking a break on our Novel Book Club throughout the summer.

Graphic Novel and Manga Club

This month our teen and adult Graphic Novel and Manga Club are discussing Alternate History comics on our Discord. Any comic where there is a change of historical events is welcome to be discussed online.

Share Your Library Experience

Have you taken part in any of our library services? We are looking for feedback on the library and our programs. Let us know what you think and how we can improve. Your feedback directly impacts our services and programming so we can

continue to make the library better for everyone. Email your feedback to info@ chestermerepubliclibrary.com or drop it off in our feedback box.

Support Your Local Library

Are you aware that the library is a Registered CHARITY? This means that we depend on donations from the public to support us. We are looking for corporate or personal sponsors for our current Program Session! Any donations help and allow us to improve all our programming. Contact info@ chestermerepubliclibrary.com if you would like to donate.

Monthly Newsletter

Are you wondering what’s happening at the library? Would you like to know? Sign up for our monthly newsletter for updates on programming, Reading Programs, Featured Displays, Community Outreach, Featured Artists, and more. Sign up by visiting our website at chestermerepubliclibrary.com

Library Hours:

Monday through Thursday – 10:00 am to 7:00 pm

Friday and Saturday – 10:00 am to 5:00 pm

Sunday – 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm

For more information about what is happening at the Library, check our website. Don’t forget to follow and like us on our Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram pages. Chestermere

Older Adults weekly radio chat

Tune in to our new radio chat show: 50+ Shades of Gray with Sharron where we talk about all subjects related to mature living

Starting April 13, With CFTR The Rogue, Chestermere Radio

Your Host Sharron Matthewman (The Brit)

Every Thursday at 10:00 – 11:00am

Join Sharron for an hour of lively conversations, entertaining stories, and expert advice on topics that matter to you. From health and wellness to travel and hobbies, we’ve got you covered.

Our experienced host and her guest experts will share their insights and expertise on a variety of issues affecting seniors today. We’ll also feature music from the ‘50s, ‘60s, and beyond, so you can sit back and reminisce with your favourite tunes.

Whether you’re tuning in from home, on the go, or in the car, 50 + Shades of Gray is the perfect companion for your day. So mark your calendars and join Sharron for an informative and entertaining hour of radio just for you.

Text, call, or email to ask questions on everything that you need to know and want to know about healthy ageing. Guest speakers and more. Please let me know of topics of interest. Let’s keep connected, all shades of GRAY welcome.

50+ Shades of Gray , airing every Thursday at 10:30 am on Chestermere’s Best Radio. Don’t miss it!

A Real Estate Minute With Michelle Eldjarnson

Welcome to this edition of a minute with Michelle - a new buyers guide and how to get started!

Step 2..be prepared for the hidden cost on this edition of a minute with Michelle

Many people know that you have to save up for a down-payment to buy purchase a property.

But not everyone is ready for the “hidden” expenses of buying a house, although they aren’t hidden, most people just simply don’t know or aren’t informed by their agents, and sometimes aren’t aware of what the actual costs are, and how quickly they can add up.

Above and beyond the down-payment for your next purchase, you’ll also have the following expenses:

• Legal fees (roughly $1,000 to $1,500)

• GST if you’re purchasing a new home

• Appraisal Fees (typically $200-500) these are sometimes covered by your mortgage provider.

• Home Inspections ($300-$750)

step 3 of your personalized home buying process!

Creating your wish list and must have list!

This next step is simple for most buyers! As most have been dreaming about buying for quite some time.

Before you dive too deep into the home search process, it’s idea for you to create 3 lists.

1. Your must have items - These are the things you can’t live without under any circumstances

2. Nice to have items - Things you probably could live without, but if you can get them it’s a big plus!

3. Can’t live with X items - These items are your true deal-breakers or the things you just don’t want.

Whatever your choices are, note them down and give this to your Calgary Real Estate Agent. That way they know what to look for, sometimes we’ll know of, or hear about a property before it’s listed, if we know what you want, we can notify you before it’s made available to the general public.

Some other factors that you’ll want to consider when creating your lists:

Access and proximity to public transit Locations.

Parking Amenities you desire

Urban vs. Suburban

Lifestyle

Total monthly carrying costs

Types of finishes in the home

And those are some of the hidden costs you may encounter as a buyer when purchasing a home.

Stayed tuned for the next edition of a guide for a new home buyer on a minute with Michelle!

April 21 – June 25, 2023

9 to 5 The Musical, with music and lyrics by Dolly Parton and book by Patricia Resnick, is based on the seminal 1980 hit movie. Set in the late 1970’s this hilarious story of friendship and revenge in the Rolodex era is outrageous, thought-provoking, and even a little romantic.

Pushed to the boiling point, three female coworkers concoct a plan to get even with the sexist, egotistical, lying, hypocritical bigot they call their boss. In a hilarious turn of events, Violet, Judy & Daralee live out their wildest fantasy – giving their workplace a dream makeover, taking control of the company that had always kept them down.

Hey, a girl can scheme, can’t she?

Canadian Music Scene

Canadian Singer-Songwriter Rachel Hickey Releases Spellbinding Introspective AlternativeFolk Single, “High”

With commanding lyrics and radiant vocals, Canadian artist Rachel Hickey delivers her spellbinding take on Folk-Rock with stunning creativity and captivating ease. Effortlessly flowing across the genres of Indie, Pop, and Rock, Rachel’s reflective and riveting songwriting draws in listeners with her magnetic vulnerability and masterful vocal performance. Introspective, melancholic, and brimming with clever metaphors, Rachel’s exceptional songwriting offers listeners a glimpse into her deepest emotions, as well as their own. Her first two EP’s received critical acclaim from across the country, earning Rachel features in coveted publications including Exclaim! Magazine alongside airplay across the CBC Radio One network. With continued artistic evolution, Rachel’s latest record weaves traditional Folk with an enchanting use of atmospheric instrumentation, enveloping harmonies, and a driving groove. Citing artists including Florence Welch, Joni Mitchell, Julia Jacklin, and The War on Drugs as her musical inspirations, Rachel’s music creatively blends their influences to make a sound all her own. As she gears up to release her debut full length album titled “The Eve of St. Agnes”, heavily inspired by the world-famous poem late this summer, Rachel has just released her first single from the project, “High”, on Friday, March 24 2023.

Written and performed by Rachel herself, the artist also co-wrote the music alongside Kitchener-Waterloo artist and producer, Brandon Fehderau, who also engineered and mixed the track. The single was mastered by Noah Mintz at Lacquer Channel Mastering in Toronto, ON.

About “High”:

Skillfully written and sonically grand, Rachel Hickey’s “High” is a musical journey in selfdiscovery. Initially penned as a song about high expectations, the song later revealed itself to its writer as a lyrical quest to discover who she is without outside influences. Riddled with cleverly written and often contradictory metaphors, “High” travels deep into the core of identity and personality from a self-described “recovering people-pleaser”, faced with the monumental, often-ignored question of “who am I and what do I want?”. From its delicate, acoustic opening with an airy and elegant guitar melody wrapped in Rachel’s warm, suede cloaked vocals, “High” sonically expands to a grand, atmospheric, and urgent track with a driving drum groove and enveloping harmonies. Unknowingly confronting

her fears of acceptance and worthiness - both from herself and others, the artist sings “I am the forest just before dark/Get out while you can when your vision is sharp/I am a tall evergreen/ But if you don’t like where you’re standing/Then you should just leave” as the instrumentation expands to sonically compliment the ominous feelings portrayed in the lyrics. Expertly crafted with words both poignantly self-reflective and expressively potent, Rachel Hickey’s “High” is a cathartic musical experience, both for the writer and listeners alike.

A song three years in the making, Rachel hopes that listeners will draw their own meaning from the song - relating to the music and metaphors in whichever way speaks to them most.

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Ultimately, “High” turns the mirror directly on the listener, observing and questioning their own fears and identity… Who am I? Who was I? Who will I become? - Rachel Hickey

Biography:

Rachel Hickey is a Canadian singer-songwriter who makes melancholic folk-rock songs that will swallow you up and break your guard down with her unforgettable voice.

Following her 2021 debut EP Getting By, Rachel’s sophomore 2022 EP So Long further evolves her indie/folk sound and earned her coverage in Exclaim! magazine as well as plays on CBC Radio One. Rachel’s musical style can be described as folk-focused with a blend of indie, pop, and rock music inspired by artists like Florence Welch, Joni Mitchell, Julia Jacklin, and The War on Drugs. Often focused around guitar, Hickey’s feeling-packed sound incorporates moonlight-soaked vocals, atmospheric supporting electric guitars, bass, synth and traditional drums, using storytelling and descriptive imagery to captivate listeners. Rachel is currently performing live across Ontario in support of her latest EP and is preparing for her debut full-length album, “The Eve of St. Agnes”, due out in June 2023.

Kari Zalik Publicist, Bad Parade kari@badparade.com

Mental Health May: LiveDifferent is helping young people feel connected

Circles program’s road team is coming to schools across the country to deliver a message of purpose and be longing to students who need mental wellness support

Elissa Grohne, Director of Marketing, LiveDifferent

PRESS RELEASE

April 28, 2023

Elissa Grohne, Director of Marketing, elissa@livedifferent.com 403-829-5751

CALGARY, Alberta – LiveDifferent, a non-profit organization that focuses on inspiring young people to make positive changes in their lives, is encouraging schools and organizations to book their Circles program for the upcoming school semester.

With all the issues that youth are facing—depression, bullying, peer pressure, suicide—there tends to be a common thread: A lack of connection and purpose.

In about 70% of cases, symptoms of mental illness begin before age 18.

During this month of May (Mental Health Awareness Month), LiveDifferent invites schools to invest in their students’ well-being and host its Circles mental wellness programming.

Through in-school assemblies and peer-mentorship curriculum, the Circles Program gets to the root cause and helps youth deal with these issues in a positive way. Circles helps young people explore important values, build stronger relationships and get activated in kindness—leaving them more compassionate, resilient and hopeful.

“At LiveDifferent, we believe that young people have the power to make real positive change in our world,” says Johnny Henderson, Director of School and Community Programs.

The Circles Program is designed to give students an opportunity to explore topics such as resilience, empathy and altruism. It includes interactive activities such as group discussions and compassion projects that help students develop strong relationships with one another while learning about teamwork and empathy. The program also encourages students to take ownership of their mental health by creating action plans for managing stressors such as bullying or anxiety.

“Our goal is to help them build a sense of purpose while giving them practical ways to make a difference—our starting place is helping build meaningful and authentic peer-to-peer relationships,” says Henderson. The road team will be in the Calgary area the week of May 8th for onsite coverage. Bookings for the 2023/2024 school year are available now. Schools can book a one-hour assembly and choose to include additional breakout sessions or book an entire LiveDifferent Day. Learn more about Circles at LiveDifferent.com/circles or watch this short video to see Circles in action: https://youtu.be/gciw2-AiN8A

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MAKE IT THROUGH ANOTHER SEASON

You don’t have to be alone in your thoughts; We’re in this together. Let’s talk it out, together. It might feel uncomfortable at first, but small steps can make a big difference to the ones we love. Do More Ag is here to help you embrace the awkward and normalize conversations about mental health in Agriculture. Follow us and visit domore.ag to find tips, resources, and support.

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This year might

don’t know if I can

Nick Jeffrey

The first day of May brought hot and sunny weather to Alberta, so I decided to perform my annual changing of the beer style, putting away the dark and malty beers of winter for the pale and refreshing beers of summer.

Unlike the past few spring seasons spent drinking solo in lockdown, this year’s summer beers were enjoyed with friends on a sundrenched patio, and they even had a couple of different Radlers, both on tap and in cans.

For those not familiar, Radler is the German term for a beer mixed 50/50 with soda or fruit juices, most commonly lemonade or grapefruit. The term was first coined by a Bavarian innkeeper in 1922, who had craftily sponsored the construction of a bicycling trail through the forest to his pub, located 12 miles outside of Munich.

Business boomed almost immediately, with thousands of cyclists descending on his pub each weekend, parched after their long ride, and very nearly drank the pub dry.

Fearing the loss of revenue from running entirely out of beer, the clever innkeeper realized he had thousands of bottles of clear lemon soda in his storerooms, which were virtually unsellable to the beer-loving Bavarians. Thinking quickly, he mixed the lemonade with beer in a 50/50 ratio, and proudly announced it as a special cyclist-friendly beer that would let them drink to their heart’s content, but not fall off their bicycles on the way home.

The beer was naturally named Radler, after the German word for cyclist, and a new style of beer was born. Popularity grew rapidly, and every German drinking establishment soon had their own version of a Radler, usually made up onsite by the bartenders as they were pouring pitchers. Today, the Radler market is dominated by an Austrian megabrewery called Stiegl, and the tallboy cans of Stiegl Radler have been a common sight on the patios of Alberta for the

last several years.

Made from half Stiegl Goldbräu and half grapefruit juice, it weighs in at a mere 2.5% ABV, and the tart citrus finish makes it particularly thirst-quenching on a hot day, especially if you happened to ride your bicycle to the pub.

As you might expect, once a new beer craze hits the market, imitators quickly jump on the bandwagon, offering their own spin on the Radler style.

The first Canadian megabrewer to produce their own Radler was Rickards (owned by Molson), in the form of their Rickards Radler, which is remarkably similar to Stiegl Radler, down to the same tallboy can and blend of grapefruit juice. As an unrepentant beer snob, I eschew most of the output of the megabreweries, and my Radler habits will be no exception.

Fortunately, there are several crafty Alberta brewers producing Radlers, including Big Rock, Trolley 5, and Citizen Brewing, all located in Calgary.

My personal favourite from Brauerie Fahr in Diamond Valley, the new municipality formed

from the merger of Black Diamond and Turner Valley, also home to the most authentic German brewery this side of Munich!

This small brewery in Diamond Valley is named for its owner, who grew up in a small German village, and moved to Alberta a dozen years ago to complete a PhD in Biomedical Engineering at the University of Calgary.

While his schooling was originally intended to focus on industrial processing, the beer lovers of Alberta rejoiced when he decided to open a craft brewery in 2015, putting those engineering skills to good use in designing and constructing a brewery in Diamond Valley, about an hour southwest of Chestermere.

All the beers are exceptionally well-made German styles, with the Radler being no exception. I like to drink the Fahr Radler on its own, or throw caution to the wind and mix it with the Fahr Hefeweizen. Look for them at your local booze merchant or on a sunny patio near you!

Okay so I know it’s Spring but with this beautiful weather we’ve been having it’s easy to start planning for the Summer. So with this in mind we should start to think about how it may affect our dogs in a negative way.

CREEPY CRAWLIES: A few years ago, Steve attended a seminar on ticks and parasites(yuck!) put on by our vet and if you’ll excuse the idea, he was keen to spread the word. Once you get past the thought of these tiny creatures taking up residence on your pup and the sight of them and the psychological desire to scratch, the bottom line is to keep a close eye on what your dog gets into when outside. If you detect, or suspect, that your dog may have ticks, fleas or digested a dead creature that itself may be carrying harmful lavae act quickly. In Southern Alberta it is highly recommended that your dog has a course of parasite prevention in the months from May through October. There is a great deal of information to digest on these topics but, if you want/need more information on ticks, fleas, roundworm, hookworm, heartworm, tapeworm or whipworm, please contact your vet.

HEAT: Please don’t leave your dog in the car on a hot day. It seems obvious but frequently this still happens. A car parked in direct sunlight on a 20 degreeday can reach an internal 40 degrees in an hour. I genuinely believe that people do not intentionally mean to harm their dogs by leaving them in hot vehicles. It is more likely that people just do not understand what they are doing and the consequences of their actions. Rather than risk harming your dog’s health, or worse, through heat exhaustion, please leave your dog at home with access to fresh water. The same consideration should be given to when you take your dog to an event in hot weather. Take water for the dog as well as yourself. I remember a few years ago, Steve walking around John Peake Park

Paws 4 Thought (hooman)

Keeping Safe in Summer part 2

By Marilyn King

on Canada Day with a jug of water in one hand and a dog bowl in the other, asking dog owners if their dog would like a drink. A lot said no the dog was fine, only to find out when I put the dog bowl near the dog that it was in need of a drink. Not recognizing the combination of fur, exercise and hot weather had given their dog quite a thirst and, because the people were keeping themselves hydrated, they assumed their dogs were OK too.

More importantly, with major events, not all dogs enjoy being jostled by large crowds. If your dog is of a nervous disposition, or doesn’t like

hordes of people, leave him/ her at home.

PAWS: For most of the year, our dog’s paws are unaffected by the climate. However, in the summer months, please pay attention to the thermometer, particularly when walking on paved surfaces. One quick test you can try is this: place your hand (or arm) on the surface to be walked on. If you cannot keep it there for five to ten seconds, it is too hot for your dog to walk on. We all want the best for our dogs, so let’s consider the needs of our furry friends and all enjoy this Summer.

Cousin Ernie Joins the League of Rogues

Listen Monday’s at 1:00 PM

https://chestermereradio.ca

Mondays 1:00 pm - 2:00pm Mountain

Out & About with Michelle

The Rogue is pleased to have Michelle Eldjarnson from Chestermere’s own Re/Max Key to our regularly scheduled programming.

Listen Monday’s at one to hear about things going on around town and to hear Michelle’s eclectic picks of music

Michelle has loved music all her life and was exposed at an early age to every type of music from Jazz to Hillbilly, old fashioned country, with stops in between at classical rock and classical piano, in a variety of languages including English, French and Spanish.

Michelle’s Weekly topics will cover

The people in your neighborhood

Local sports teams

All about our schools

The walking paths

The parks

The ponds

The lake

The wildlife

Walkability

Entertainment ~ Local Theatre

With CATHY BURNESS

9 TO 5 THE MUSICAL

Ihave been waiting for this one. I thoroughly enjoyed the original 9 to 5 movie with Dolly Parton, Lily Tomlin and Jane Fonda. They were a fantastic, albeit unlikely trio of heroines. As you may be aware, they have worked together on other projects and their chemistry is unmistakable. That was part of the magic along with the gags, one-liners and a spotlight on the inequality often experienced in the workplace. If only……there had been……music!!!

So here I am at 9 to 5 The Musical. I did a little research and discovered that Dolly herself composed all the music for this play. I’m not even a Country music lover, but I know that she has written some amazing music, some Country, some more mainstream. I guess here in Alberta, Country music is mainstream, but you get what I’m saying. I was curious about how the story came about and the program informed me that the original story was written by Patricia Resnick and the film was one of the top-grossing films of all time. It goes on to say that she is working on a 9 to 5 film sequel. Now that’s exciting.

On with the show. The setting is a very traditional looking office in the 1970s. We could see the familiar office desk, chair and other equipment on the stage. Before the show started, we were pleasantly surprised with a video introduction by Dolly Parton. It was a special touch and much appreciated. Within a couple of minutes, we were treated to a big song and dance number of, you guessed it, 9 to 5. The costumes were reflective of the year right down to the exercise tights and leotard. The costumes at Stage West are always exceptional and they really add another dimension to the show.

Before long we were introduced to Mr. Hart, who is the antagonist of this story. He wastes no time before saying something completely sexist and inappropriate, living up to his reputation as a ‘sexist, egotistical, lying, hypocritical bigot’. I always enjoy a little good nostalgia and there are some nice tidbits in this production. One example is when a few of the secretaries are discussing the latest and greatest features of the

new typewriters. Apparently, the new ones have a special eraser ribbon, so they don’t have to use the corrective liquid anymore. Yes, I remember those days.

The musical numbers were all good, but there was a song about ‘keep on keeping on and we might just make it’. The harmonies were wonderful. These ladies can sing.

Roz is Mr. Hart’s dowdy assistant who has a bit of a thing for Mr. Hart. At one point she performed a number expressing her true feelings to the audience and she had no trouble shaking off that introverted demeanor we had seen earlier. She embraced her inner animal and had the moves to prove it. She was surrounded by dancers in red dresses, producing a beautiful fluttering of crimson. I loved this number. Elinor Holt did a great job, and all eyes were on her for the whole scene. She was hilarious, and clearly very talented.

I’m pretty sure that April Cook was channeling Dolly Parton. She was so believable as the iconic Doralee, who had been portrayed by Dolly Parton in the movie. She had the dialect, the moves and a great voice. She made us care about Doralee, especially when all the other women in the office thought she was a trollup. That my Dad’s word for, well, a woman who has a reputation for being close to the wrong people, for the wrong reasons. They really did a great job with the casting of these roles.

Another of my favourite scenes included music that reminded me of the original big screen Disney films, complete with forest creatures singing in harmony. This number was amazing and took me back to when I first sat in complete wonder at the showing of Snow White and similar movies. I loved this. Oops, I said that already.

Part of the magic at Stage West is the live music. It truly makes a difference and I love it. Oops, there I go again.

The whole cast did a wonderful job of recreating this magical story. Who among us has never wanted to make those changes at the

office that will likely never happen? Have you ever wanted to show people who really runs things? I think most of us can relate to this story, which is another reason for its appeal.

There is a scene where Judy sings about how she does not need a man and she is taking her life back. This is another important message. She didn’t need a man. Of course, there are good men. Doralee is married to one of the good ones, who sees the real ‘her’ and understands the prejudice that she lives with.

Apparently, the song and story were inspired by a group of Boston secretaries who took an unconventional approach to spotlight issues like pay inequities and sexual harassment in the workplace. Good on them! We still experience these things today, but we are much more likely to reach out and seek help. I know that things must have improved because there was a time when the wildly inappropriate things that were said and done seemed like no big thing and were brushed off as unimportant. That just doesn’t fly anymore. Another important message from another wonderfully entertaining adventure at Stage West.

100 Women Who Care

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 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, May 17, 2023 Time: 1:30pm – 3:30pm

Where: • Lakeshore Manor, 200 Marina Drive, Chestermere Special DopneldaGuest: Lang (Elder Abuse for PCN) 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

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