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Wednesday, September 5, 2012

Families encouraged to explore Red Deer Museum + Art Gallery New autumn exhibit focusing on historic fur trade includes family activities

BY MARK WEBER Red Deer Express The Red Deer Museum + Art Gallery is gearing up for a busy fall, and part of that includes some fascinating programs with families in mind.

“On September 30 we are opening a big exhibition called Profit & Ambition: The Canadian Fur Trade, 1779-1821, which is the story of the North West Company. It’s about the history of the fur trade in Canada,” said Lorna Johnson, the museum’s executive director. The exhibit will run through to early December. The exhibit’s opening will include a colourful sampling of Metis culture including lots

of fiddling, music, crafts and dancing.

“We’re pulling out all the stops in terms of programming for it. And every Sunday during the exhibition there will be family events.” These include wilderness walks where participants will learn about traders and how the First Nations people would have experienced the local landscape.

There will also be sessions where participants will learn how to make First Nations handicrafts, plus foods like pemmican and bannock. Another one of the Sunday afternoons will feature the charms of Metis fiddling, said Johnson.

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years between the formation of the Montreal-based North West Company in 1779 and its amalgamation in 1821 with the London-based Hudson’s Bay Company.

Profit & Ambition: The Canadian Fur Trade, 1779-1821 focuses on the many roles played by different ethnic and social groups in the North West Company.

Meanwhile, MAGnificent Saturdays continue at the Museum as well. An innovative program which is led by artists, MAGnificent Saturdays connects exhibits with an art making activity. Participants of any age are welcome, with museum staff supplying the materials, the studio and the artist.

“A lot of the art activities will be tied to that period as well – the early 1800s and the fur trade,” said Johnson. It’s an ideal time for folks to share time with their families learning, creating and exploring new materials. MAGnificent Saturdays run year-round from 1 to 4 p.m. on a dropin basis, with no registration required.

“Those have done really well. We get a minimum of about 40 people out. And we have quite a regular following.”

The nearby Heritage Square, which features several historic buildings, is also an area the Museum provides related programming for as well. It’s been an ideal way to bring history alive to the younger set.

“We’ll be doing a series of programs for children in Grade two about school in the olden days. That’s to commemorate the 125th anniversary of the school board,” said Johnson. “That will go through to the new year.”

Another highlight for youth over the past few months was hosting the Central Alberta Heritage School Fair at the Museum, rather than at Parkland Mall.

“That was really interesting because we could take the kids right into the collection and into the archives, and give them that hands-on, first person experience with history. It was just a fantastic event.”

As Johnson explains, making the Museum increasingly ‘family-friendly’ is certainly part of the overall vision. “I think it’s very important for kids to engage with history.

All the research I’ve read says that if they get involved with those kinds of things early on, they will stay involved for the rest of their lives. It’s such an important thing to add into people’s lives.

“We also acknowledge that Red Deer has such a young population, so we offer unique things for people to explore here.”

Excitement is certainly building at the Museum for what lies ahead in the coming months. Work is continuing on a permanent exhibition reflecting the history of Red Deer as well. “It’s going to be a great fall.”

For more details, call 403-309-8405 or visit www.reddeermuseum.com. editor@reddeerexpress.com

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Wednesday, September 5, 2012

Tips for choosing the perfect family pet

BY TANIS REID Red Deer Express For most pet owners their furry four-legged animals are considered to be part of the family. For people looking to add a member to their family, the Red Deer SPCA is a great place to find the perfect new addition.

“If they let us know what they are looking for we can indicate a few animals that might be a good fit for them,” said Tara Hellewell, executive director with the SPCA. The SPCA has consultation staff on site to work with families to determine what kind of animal will work best for them. Then comes the meet and greet.

There may be a few animals that they want to try and the family will be given the opportunity to meet with each potential pet.

After the initial interaction the family is encouraged to take the dog for a walk in order to get to know the personality of the dog. There are walking trails in the vicinity of the SPCA that are ideal to use for the walks. The dogs are used to going for walks in these areas, so it is familiar

territory to them.

If the family decides that they want to move forward with a specific animal, they ask that all of the family members (including the four-legged members) come in and meet the animal to make sure that everyone is on board.

According to Hellewell this meeting is important because “The last thing we want to have happen is one of our animals who has already been a stray or abandoned to go through that again. We want to make sure that this is literally a forever home.”

There is paperwork that needs to be filled out and checked over to make sure that there are no warning signs or potential issues that need to be discussed with the family. “We go through a very careful selection process to ensure that we have followed all of the criteria.

“We just want to make sure that they are getting the right animal for their family and that our animals are finding the most suitable home for their personalities and characters.”

When everyone has been introduced and they are sure

that it is a good fit, the SPCA asks the family to put down a deposit on the animal as a hold fee. The fees are $25 for cats and $50 for dogs. The family is then asked to wait 24 hours to make sure that they are making the right decision for their family.

After the 24 hours, the family can fill out the adoption paperwork and then pick up their pet. If a family decides against getting the animal their deposit will be returned and the process is over.

The process can take as little as 24 hours, however, in most cases it takes a few days to find an animal, have the family meet it, fill out the paperwork and wait the necessary 24 hours.

The fees associated with adopting a pet from the SPCA are nominal. Cats can be adopted for $125 and dogs can cost between $200-$450.

This includes three months of insurance, medical costs, microchip, vaccinations and spay/neuter services.

“We vaccinate, spay/neuter and health check all of our animals before they are adopted out.” treid@reddeerexpress.com

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Wednesday, September 5, 2012

Library branches offer much for families to enjoy

BY MARK WEBER Red Deer Express Local families can take part in a number of programs being launched at Red Deer Public Library as the fall season settles in.

Both the downtown and the Dawe branches aim to provide activities and events for kids and their folks to check out.

Parents should note that the children’s department at the downtown branch will be closed through to Oct. 8 for renovations.

Children’s items that are checked out now will be due on Oct. 31.

Staff are therefore, in the meantime, encouraging patrons to visit the Dawe branch, which offers many family-oriented programs and a large selection of children’s books, DVDs, and other materials.

Every fourth Saturday of the month is Family Literacy Storytime from 1 to 2 p.m. On Oct. 27, the theme is ‘Howling Halloween’. On Nov. 24, it’s ‘Autumn Apples’ and on Dec. 22, stories will follow the theme of ‘Snow white, snow bright.’

For those with a penchant to learn a bit of Russian, the first Saturday of the month, from 11 a.m. to noon, is Russian Storytime at the Dawe branch as well. Another chance for families to explore a different language is Spanish Storytime with Muzzy – every second Saturday at the Dawe branch from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.

“The point is that it makes it easier for children to pick up a language. And it’s a resource for parents as well,” explains Deb Isbister, library assistant.

Both branches are also taking part in ‘Star Wars Reads Day’ in early October. It’s a family-oriented initiative that encourages literacy in a fun way.

“If people want to wear costumes, they can. They can watch the movies and we’ll have a few different activities as well,” she said. More details will be announced as the event approaches. It’s also a terrific means for encouraging boys to visit the library, and hopefully find many things that interest them from the selection of books and

games to computers, listening stations and DVDs. “Just bringing children down to the library helps show them the importance of reading.”

The Dawe branch also features Girlz Club every third Saturday of the month from 1 to 3 p.m.

Things kick off on Sept. 15 with ‘Judy Moody Day’ – join the staff as they kick off Girlz Club with Judy Moody activities, crafts and the movie Judy Moody and the NOT Bummer Summer.

On Oct. 20, it’s the Dove Camp-In for Self Esteem and the Fancy Nancy Christmas Party runs Nov. 17.

Of course, there’s the Science Saturday Surprise every second Saturday as well from 2 to 3 p.m. at the Dawe branch. Oct. 13 kicks off with fun experiments and ‘slimy, shocking science fun.’ It’s also a good time for the grown-ups, said Isbister.

“Parents are welcome to stay as well.”

Those wanting more information can call 403-3413822. editor@reddeerexpress.com

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Wednesday, September 5, 2012

Families benefit from ‘Great Neighbourhoods’ program

BY TANIS REID Red Deer Express A Great Neighbourhoods program has been developed in Red Deer to help improve neighbour relations by providing ways for Red Deerians to get to know their neighbours.

The City of Red Deer put out an ‘Adventure Guide’ that shows community members how to connect with the people in their daily lives. The City also made ‘Thank you, neighbour!’ cards to be used as a way of communicating appreciation to someone special in a person’s neighbourhood. These cards are still available on the City’s web site.

It was in the spring of 2010 that the Neighbourhood Facilities & Community Development created the Great Neighbourhoods Input Survey to gauge how Red Deerians felt about their neighbourhoods and their neighbours.

The purpose of this survey was to learn about how Red Deerians experience their neighbourhood—what they like about it, what are the concerns and ideas to improve it.

“Our hope with the work that we are doing is trying to build up general awareness of the quality of life at a neighbourhood level,” said Pauline Mousseau, Neighbourhood Community Development coordinator.

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HOME FRONT - A City program called Great Neighbourhoods is all about connecting families and - News Services strengthening communities. ered to be ‘great neighbours.’

The top four comments included knowing neighbours, helping each other, participating in community activities and having a sense of belonging. Others said that a

great neighbourhood is a place that is wellplanned and designed, safe and friendly, and clean and green.

“Truly it is the people that live nearby that impact your quality of life most,” said Mousseau. “We are trying to improve peo-

ple’s experiences with their neighbours.”

According to the survey most people indicated that they knew at least one neighbour, with the majority knowing more than three people in their neighbourhood.

The majority of people meet neighbours through casual conversation when out in their yards, walking in the neighbourhood or playing at the local park with their children.

Another benefit of the Great Neighbourhoods Initiative is that it gives kids the chance to meet and become friends with other kids who live nearby. The hope is that the children will feel connected to the neighbourhoods so that when they grow up they will take care of it.

Great Neighbourhoods Initiatives are happening across the world including programs in Halifax, Seattle, England and New Zealand.

England has organized Street Parties, which this year were attended by an estimated two million people. According to streetparty.ogr.uk with their more mobile and diverse lives, residents find street parties a great way to meet neighbours and build community spirit. Similar parties are held in New Zealand.

Their philosophy regarding neighbourhoods is universal. “Whether you live in a suburb, on a city block, in an apartment or on a rural property, you have neighbours – and knowing your neighbours matters.

We believe that every connection you have with your neighbours could go a long way to making your neighbourhood more friendly, fun and safe.” treid@reddeerexpress.com

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Getting the family to live a healthy lifestyle Parents can have fun playing with the kids, and the benefits are plentiful Several things have really caught my attention lately regarding how we approach fitness and families.

Scott

McDERMOTT First off, I have to comment on the recent London Olympics with respect to this topic. The CTV broadcasts were excellent in my opinion, and I really loved the showcase features on ‘The Difference Makers’ and ‘Raising an Olympian,’ and that is where I draw this interesting note: if you watched all of the features, a common

thread comes out - the importance of family in the journey of an Olympic athlete.

You see it a lot in our country for hockey, lacrosse, soccer, football -- how absolutely critical a strong family support system is in order to succeed at any sport. I believe this is not only true of the young athlete, but of the whole family.

What a great opportunity for everyone to share in a common experience! When everyone goes out to the lake for a family skate in February, or to the pool to play together or out for a fun game of soccer; everyone wins.

Exercise can be a time to bond as a family and celebrate being alive, free and capable, not just a long period of sitting on a bench watching the kids play.

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For him, it started out as one of the only things he could physically do: walk after supper to turn his body into a 200 lb fuel burning machine, instead of a 340 lb fat storage unit.

It worked. In the process, his daughters and his wife began to drop weight, get more fit and those were not the only benefits. ‘Family Time’ often just means hanging out in the same place long enough for conversations to happen, for sharing to occur and some fresh air helps, too.

We spend so much time indoors, and we really do belong outside!

The other big thing I am watching as a trend is the move towards obstacle course racing. We just had 28 people from our club head to Calgary for the Spartan Race, and as we all had a great time and enjoyed ourselves it struck me that we are just adults, remembering what it was like to be kids.

Run, jump and play. Ready, set, GO! The smiles on the faces of adults acting like kids was infectious! You couldn’t help but smile. What were we doing? Climbing over big tires, crawling through mud, climbing over fences, balancing on logs, jumping over tires, running around and having fun! Sound familiar?

Follow a kid around for an afternoon, and you will see that the fastest growing

sport right now, obstacle course racing, is all about being a kid again.

How many of us take our kids to the park, but stand around by the stroller or picnic tables and watch or chat with the adults. What if we joined the kids? I do. Not only is it fun, but it is great exercise! Plus, the kids LOVE it when you play too!

The benefits of playing together are massive. Stress relief is probably the biggest and most impactful one. Giggling, laughing and chasing the kids around (whether they are three or 30) yields far more benefits than I can list, such as improvements to mood, cardiovascular health, blood flow, oxygen to cells, strength, movement of toxins out of the body through peristalsis, digestion, bone density, and so much more.

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BY TANIS REID Red Deer Express

come effective babysitters but these skills are transferrable to all areas of life as well.

The youth will be taught to be ready for Starting this month, the Red Cross will action, fun and safety when they head out be hosting another round of babysitting for a babysitting job. courses in Red Deer.

Each participant will also be provided These two-day courses will be held at the with a Babysitter’s Manual, which the G.H. Dawe Centre, the Collicutt Centre and youth are able to keep as an ongoing rethe Recreation Centre throughout the fall source. season.

The manual contains customizable busiThis course is designed for youth 11 ness cards and summarizes the key points years and up who want to become babysit- covered in the program. The youth are also ters or may already be working as babysit- given suggestions on how to assemble a ters. babysitting kit to keep The course promsafe and enter“WITH THE RIGHT KIT, YOU CAN kids ises to provide youth tained.

ENTERTAIN AND PROTECT THE with the techniques to “With the right kit, CHILDREN YOU LOOK AFTER WHILE you can entertain and become more reliable, confident and safe protect the children HAVING FUN AT YOUR JOB.” babysitters. you look after while Topics that will be having fun at your RANDIE ANDERSON covered include the job.” business of babysitting, creating safe enYouth will also learn about the informavironments, planning age-appropriate ac- tion they should be getting from parents tivities, handling emergencies and an in- about the kids in their care, such as allertroduction to basic first aid. gies, any special medical conditions, bedThe Red Cross babysitting facilitator times and other special instructions, as will also go over the particulars of car- well as the locations of important or daning for babies, toddlers, preschoolers and gerous areas in the home and important school-aged children. contact information.

“Having these skills make a home and To successfully complete the course, playgrounds safer for children,” said participants need to have 100% attendance, Randie Anderson, communications coor- demonstrate the skills taught and receive dinator for the Canadian Red Cross West- a 75% minimum passing grade on the writern Zone. ten exam.

According to Anderson, the biggest reaCanadian Red Cross has trained babysitson that youth should take this program is ters since 1972 and the course is taught by that it not only gives them the skills to be- more than 1,000 facilitators.

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PH: 403.342.5010

www.CENTRALABFLOORING.com

Central Alberta over 30 years INTERIOR DESIGN • CARPET • HARDWOOD • LINO • CERAMIC TILE Serving • LAMINATE • for BLINDS & DRAPES • MASONRY

8 Red Deer Family, Red Deer Express

Wednesday, September 5, 2012

Because there’s nothing more important than your family’s health...

Alberta Blue Cross individual health and dental plans help you and your family stay healthy by providing practical benefits you’ll use on a regular basis.

At the same time, you get affordable protection against the high cost of unexpected illness, accidents, ambulance trips and medical conditions.

If you’re age 65 or over, ask us about our affordable Seniors Plus plans.

dental

prescription drugs

Please call us today for your free information package Toll-free 1-800-394-1965 www.ab.bluecross.ca ambulance

vision

extended health benefits

ABC 82965 (2011/12)

If you’re without employer-sponsored health benefits, we’ve got an individual health and dental plan to meet your needs...and your budget.