Tourism Guide - Discover Sylvan Lake

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VOL. 36

SYLVAN LAKE 2019/2020

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Directory of Advertisers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Welcome to Sylvan Lake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Mayor’s Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Chamber Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Sylvan’s Shoreline Commitment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Sylvan Lake – a golfer’s paradise . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Provincial Park – no more . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Sylvan Lake – a hockey town . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Farmer’s Market . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Jazz at the Lake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Camp Kuriakos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Day Camps – NexSource Centre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Clubs & Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Sunbuster Day Camps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Eco-Friendly Sightseeing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Camping for everyone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Town MAP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24,25 Visitor Pay Parking Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Summer Festivals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 1913 Days – historical celebration . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Fireworks throughout the year . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Canada Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Activities to enjoy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Green spaces and play areas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33, 34 Flags of Remembrance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Winter Festivals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Light Up The Lake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Yuletide Festival – Spirit of Sylvan . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Winterfest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Sylvan Lake – home to many faiths . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Polar Dip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Sylvan Lake Sailing Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Sylvan Lake Customs & Classics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Sylvan Lake Cruz Nights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Eat like a Laker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Discovering Sylvan Lake’s History . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

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DIRECTORY OF advertisers

ACCOMMODATIONS

FARMER’S MARKET

Best Western Plus Chateau Inn . . . . . . 16

Sylvan Lake Farmers Market . . . . . . . 19

Comfort Inn & Suites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

FOOD & BEVERAGE

Lost Harbour Inn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Booster Juice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Sylvan Lakeshore Rides . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

CAMPING & GOLF COURSES

Joey’s Restaurants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Sylvan Lake Veterinary Clinic . . . . . . . 32

Obee’s 2 for 1 Pizza . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Town of Sylvan Lake . . . . . . . . . . 22, 23

Meadowlands Golf Club . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Sylvan Lake Golf & Country Club . . . . . 41 Sylvan Lake RV Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

CHURCH DIRECTORY Faith Lutheran Church . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Memorial Presbyterian Church . . . . . . 40 Our Lady of the Assumption Roman Catholic Church . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Seventh-Day Adventist Church . . . . . . 40 St . Mary’s & St . Timothy’s

Crystal Clean Laundromat . . . . . . . . . 42 Lake City Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Royal Glass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Sylvan Lake Municipal Library . . . . . . . 19

Panago Pizza . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

SHOPPING / RETAIL

REAL ESTATE

Canadian Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Royal LePage Network Realty . . . . . . . . . 2

Cobb’s Block Central . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Saks Shoes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

COMMUNITY SERVICES & CLUBS

Shoppers Drug Mart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Jazz at the Lake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Sylvan Lake Legion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Sylvan Lake Lions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Sylvan Lake Quilters Guild . . . . . . . . . 18

Sobeys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Sylvan Lake Pharmacy . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Olympia Liquor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

SPORTS & RECREATION Lakeside Go-Karts & Mini Golf . . . . . . . 42

Anglican Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

SERVICES

Sylvan Lake Apostolic

Alberta Health Services . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Lutheran Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Clearview Glass Service . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Sylvan Lake Aqua Splash . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Sylvan Lake Summer Hockey Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

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Sylvan Lake WELCOME TO

With a population approaching 15,000, Sylvan Lake is one of the largest towns in Alberta. It is also a young community with 54 per cent of the population under 35 and 26 per cent under 16.

During the summer months, the town draws people from all over Central Alberta and elsewhere to enjoy the lake and town.

The lake is generally full of sailboats, motorboats, jet skis and those enjoying a host of watersports throughout the summer months.

On weekends, the picnic and playground area along the beach is packed with visitors from nearby cities and towns.

Lakeshore Drive is lined with a variety of places to eat, patios to enjoy a cool summer beverage and shops to meander through. Accommodations for those visiting Sylvan range from hotels along Lakeshore Drive to bed and breakfast options throughout the town.

The winter season stays busy with a different set of activities on the lake. Once the ice is thick enough, the Town clears

space for people to skate. Ice huts pop up all over the lake with anglers looking to catch the next record size fish. Snowmobiles, motorbikes ready to race with ice studs and ATVs are seen on the lake throughout the cold winter months.

For those history buffs who enjoy discovering the beginnings of a place, several historical locations throughout town are marked with plaques, including with the Sylvan Lake Stone Castle located at 5031-50A Avenue, just south of the current newspaper office. Also known as the Château de l’Amour or the Castle of Love, the castle was built by two of Sylvan Lake’s first entrepreneurs, Raymond and Charles Archambault and their community for Raymond’s bride Eugenie Marie Marguerite Henriettie Thomi. The castle experienced a fire in late 2018.

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Sean McIntyre A MESSAGE FROM MAYOR

Welcome and thank you for visiting Sylvan Lake! We have a brilliant year planned, with many new and exciting events and activities planned, including our Centennial Street Markets, our StrEATS Festival, the Pier Concert Series, outdoor movie nights, and our Flannel and Feast Festival, to name a few. Our community is working hard to continually improve the visitor experience here in Sylvan Lake; we love to share our little slice of heaven! Whether you’re here for the day or the weekend; visiting in the summer or the winter, Sylvan Lake has something to offer year-round. We hope you enjoy your time here, and make amazing memories that last a lifetime.

– Mayor Sean McIntyre, Town of Sylvan Lake

STAYED TUNED FOR ALL SYLVAN LAKE has Welcome to Sylvan Lake!

The Chamber of Commerce in Sylvan Lake represents approximately 200 businesses, and we as an organization work very closely with the Town on initiatives that are good for business.

One thing that’s very good for business in a lake town like ours is tourism. Specifically, year-round tourism.

We can all agree that the lazy days of summers at the lake are magic; so in partnership with the Town, we’re going to help make some all-season magic happen in the years to come, too.

By creating and attracting fresh, original festivals and events to our well-situated, well-loved Town, we promise to deliver more

to offer

reasons for you to visit us the other 10 months of the year.

There is a growing sense of excitement and optimism in the air which is good for business and for you. In fact, there are more new and unique events lined up this year than I have seen in all my years living in Sylvan Lake, and more that will be rolled out. You’re definitely going to want to stay tuned. My tip: Bookmark visitsylvanlake.ca and check back often. …and in the meantime, get out there and enjoy some laidback Sylvan Lake hospitality and have some fun!

Denise Bryan-Williams, Executive Director Sylvan Lake Chamber of Commerce

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9 Lake and lakeside clean-up day with teams on land and in the water help gather garbage to keep the lake clean for all to enjoy.

garbage on shoreline SYLVAN COMMITTED TO PICKING UP

Every year in late September, teams on land and in the water, including divers and paddlers in canoes and kayaks, caome out to clean up garbage. All the garbage collected is counted and categorized using tally sheets. Every group on land reported cigarette butts as their most picked up item.

People participate for many reasons. Gabriel Conway from École Mother Teresa School was out with Michelle Pilote picking up garbage for volunteer points in a religion class. The main portion of their haul? Cigarette butts.

Jaime Stroud was out with Sylvan Agencies. “Some are doing the clean-up for Canada participACTION points,” she said. When asked what she was finding the most of, again the answer was: cigarette butts.

A group of four NAIT students came down for the second year from the Biological Sciences Program. “It’s something to do to help out with the environment,” said Gareth McKenzie, who is specializing in environmental sciences. “It’s doing our part where we can.” Within the first hour of the cleanup the team of four had already picked up over 600 cigarette butts.

Cathie McCuaig, executive director at Alberta Underwater Council, was present to help with diver’s safety. “Remember to ditch your weights in an emergency but don’t ditch them if you hear a boat,” she cautioned two divers as they headed into the lake.

She explained that visibility is generally about 10-15 feet underwater but once divers start digging through the weeds and stirring up the bottom, that can change to inches so divers can hear the boat but can’t tell where it’s coming from.

The divers brought up garbage and handed it off to the paddlers to take into shore.

Since the first event in 2003, with only 12 divers from Edmonton, the event has grown and now draws divers from Calgary, Edmonton, Rocky Mountain House, Lacombe and Red Deer.

The event is part of The Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup, a national conservation initiative of the Vancouver Aquarium and World Wildlife Fund that works with communities bordering on bodies of water.

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The strip of beach provincially owned for many years now belongs to the Town of Sylvan Lake. The Government of Alberta approved the transfer of the park to the Town Jan. 17, 2018 for a dollar. Included in the transfer is a one-time funding allocation of $1.96 million from the Province to the Town to be used for park improvements and ongoing upkeep.

Mayor Sean McIntyre is thankful for the support from the province and is looking forward to the Sustainable Waterfront Area Redevelopment Plan being fully implemented.

“We are grateful for the provincial support of our efforts to increase access to Sylvan Lake, create opportunities to manage park visitor experience, and to contribute to our ongoing efforts to strengthen our local economy,” he said.

The long anticipated transfer allows for the redevelopment plan to be fully implemented, which aims to bring more tourists into the community and encourage business growth.

Now that the property has been transferred, the Town is be able to promote, license and manage waterfront business activity and also authorize and manage large special events.

“We’re anticipating a complete, integrated plan for the entire waterfront area, with the goal of ensuring quality public access to the lakefront,” said McIntyre.

Since Sylvan Lake was established as a provincial park in 1932, the Town has attracted tourists interested in enjoying the lake.

The average number of visitors to the Town between July and

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Once known as Sylvan Lake Provicial Park, it is now a municipal park owned by the Town of Sylvan Lake.

August every year is 761,223, with an economic impact of almost $75 million each year.

With the shared management of different parts of the waterfront property, it has been challenging to balance between two different standards. The former Minister of Environment and Parks, Shannon Phillips, said the transfer will allow for the Town to “fully explore the economic benefits” tourism can bring.

“Albertans love Sylvan Lake Provincial Park. This transfer will ensure the park remains available to the hundreds of thousands of visitors who flock there every year,” she said in a press release at the time of the sale.

Since its initial designation as provincial park, the park has been passed back and forth between the Town and the Province twice with the park being transferred to the Town early in the 1960’s and then back to the province in 1980.

As part of the terms in the transfer the land is only to be used for public recreation and will not be used for commercial or residential development.

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12 The hockey camp has multiple age-levels and even has a special camp located in Jasper, Alta.

SYLVAN LAKE: A

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The Sylvan Lake Hockey Camp (SLHC) returns once again in its new home at the NexSource Centre. Following the collapse of the Sylvan Lake Arena - original home of the camp for 40 years -in January, 2014, the hockey camp was homeless and plans for a new facility were accelerated. Three years, two months and 11 days later the doors to the NexSource Center opened and a new era for the camp began.

Skating on the new ice surface, precisely located where the original surface was, is only one component of the facility that will now allow the camp the flexibility to do all activities under one roof. Ample dry floor, complete with a running track for off ice training, state of the art classroom space, day meal and dormitory facilities and an indoor pool are the major assets for the program. The camp is still located near the lakefront and, weather permitting, most afternoon activities will still take advantage of those outdoor training amenities. Hard work in camp is balanced with some well deserved beach time or time at the

new Sylvan Lake Aqua Splash Park.

The new facilities are fantastic but the overall training program has to match, or exceed certain levels. This year the SLHC is proud to be the first hockey school to receive a Hockey Alberta ‘Alternate Season Program Sanction’. This is the result of a four year commitment the Camp made to Hockey Alberta to deliver off season training in accordance with Hockey Canada and Hockey Alberta’s ‘Long Term Player Development’ (LTPD) initiative. This program assures that all attendees are getting the latest in ‘age and skill appropriate’ training, both on and off the ice.

Opening in 1975, the Camp has served well over 50,000 students from all parts of the globe. Over 900 participants, between the ages of 5-17 years, attend one or more of six weekly sessions, during the summer. As well, two goaltender specific sessions, an all-girls session and a session in Jasper National Park are available as options.

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The Sylvan Lake Hockey Camp is where minor hockey players learn the fundamental skills according to their age at the NexSource Centre.

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FARMERS MARKET SHOWCASES VARIETY OF

A summer staple in Sylvan Lake is the farmer’s market, a weekly Friday night event on the waterfront, close to the lighthouse. The market is a popular place for people to buy fresh produce and locally made food and crafts. Starting in mid-May, the market runs every Friday evening from 4-7:30 p.m until the end of August.

Crystal Loewen, organizer for the market, has been responsible for the market running smoothly for the last 14 years. From figuring out where to place vendors to finding the current location, she enjoys the process of bringing local growers and makers together in this community.

The market moved to the waterfront last summer and Loewen says the old water park location gives the market more space than before. Besides the usual variety of vendors with everything from spring rolls, jam and bison jerky to beautiful handmade wood furniture, jewellery and soaps, Loewen says there’s a dixieland jazz band that also comes to play at the market.

“They’re always wonderful to listen to and people really enjoy them,” said Loewen, adding that they’ve had people dancing to the quartet in the past.

Depending on the weekend and the weather, Loewen says the market averages between 60-70 vendors per week between July and August.

“As we are an outdoor market that affects some crafts…if the weather isn’t good it can make it a little harder,” she said, adding if a vendor doesn’t have a tent or has a product that is sensitive to the weather such as paintings or paper products that could blow away in the wind, they will likely not attend the event.

Loewen refers to the vendors as “family” and appreciates the teamwork that goes into running the market together.

“My vendors are wonderful, they all get along with each other,” she said, adding they all help each other out especially if there is a change in weather where they need to tear down tents quickly and get product put away safely.

Eighty per cent of the vendors are required to have products Locally Owned & Operated

they’ve grown or made themselves and only 20 per cent can be commercial vendors like multi-level marketing companies.

“It’s all based on how many vendors we have make, bake and grow their product themselves here in Alberta,” said Loewen, adding since the markets are governed by the provincial government, vendors who come through from other provinces are legally added into the commercial bracket even if they’ve grown or made their own products.

Loewen says it’s a fine balancing act to ensure there are a variety of vendors and products and each is provided with the best opportunity for competition while still able to do well. For some vendor sections such as vegetable producers, Loewen does not have any more availability. On the other hand, she is always open to new craft vendors with unique products to showcase.

“Pretty much anyone who has an idea can always get in touch with me and if we have ability we can accommodate them and if not we can put them on a waiting list.”

To showcase your product at the market, email Loewen at: sylvanlakefarmersmarket@gmail.com.

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Featuring an array of terrific talent, the highly-anticipated Jazz at the Lake Festival is returning for its 17th year, running from Aug. 16-18 at various venues around town.

Organizers took a couple of years to stage a concert series as a bit of a hiatus, but the festival is back in full swing and this year promises to be another superb experience for jazz lovers.

“We just felt we needed to take a break,” explained Eric Allison, one of the Festival’s founders.

His wife, Cheryl Fisher, a jazz performer herself, came up with the idea to launch the event back in the early 2000s.

Allison recalls Fisher coming up with the idea for the Festival. He said he teamed up with her, Al Fisher and Matt Toonders to further detail how to bring it together and hatch a plan to launch that very first event.

Fisher knew the history of Sylvan Lake and the passion for music that had existed in the community.

“She knew how Sylvan Lake had presented all of this great music; she thought, ‘why not bring this back? Why not have a jazz festival in Sylvan Lake? It’s already got the roots and the history.’

“We got together with her cousin Al Fisher, and Matt Toonders - the four of us had Caesars down at Pete’s on the Beach and hatched this plan. Ultimately, we got about 10 business leaders to kick in about $500 apiece to put it on, the first year.

“From there, it just grew and it kind of took on a life of its own. It grew, and grew and grew - it’s like we couldn’t stop it,” he said with a laugh.

For more information about Jazz at the Lake, or to learn more about volunteer opportunities, check out www.jazzatthelake.com.

17th Annual Jazz at the Lake Festival Friday, August 16 EVENT: Concert with the Wildrose Dixie Band TIME: 1:30 p.m.

VENUE: Sylvan Lake Seniors Lodge, 4620 – 47th Avenue ADMISSION: FREE EVENT: Sylvan Lake Farmer’s Market with the Wildrose Dixie Band TIME: 5 p.m.

VENUE: Sylvan Lake Farmers Market, Lakeshore Park, downtown Lakeshore Drive ADMISSION: FREE EVENT: Laila Biali in Concert TIME: 8 p.m.

VENUE: Gospel Chapel, 4290 – 50 St. ADMISSION: $30 Saturday, August 17 EVENT: Picnic in the Park with community jazz bands TIME: 12 p.m.

VENUE: Centennial Park (Sylvan Lakefront)

Cheryl Fisher was one of 2017’s headliners, as well as being a founder of the festival in Sylvan Lake.

H.O.T. Dixieland Jazz Band was one of the many bands to entertain Sylvan Lakers and visitors at last year’s Jazz at the Lake festival. File Photos

ADMISSION: Free EVENT: Swing Dance TIME: 8 p.m.

VENUE: Royal Canadian Legion, 4916 – 50 Ave. ADMISSION: $25 Sunday, August 18 EVENT: Blues and Latin Jazz Party in the Park TIME: 12 p.m.

VENUE: Centennial Park (Sylvan Lakefront) ADMISSION: Adults $10, kids free EVENT: Pubs and Clubs TIME: late afternoon into the evening VENUE: Multiple venues along Lakeshore Drive ADMISSION: Free

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offers plenty for the entire family CAMP KURIAKOS

One of the most well-rounded Central Alberta summer camp choices would have to be at Camp Kuriakos, located on the scenic shores of Sylvan Lake.

“We try to do two new summer programs and two new winter or retreat programs each year,” explained Assistant Director Paul Kopjar. “It’s all part of figuring out what people want and testing out new things as well.”

Summer programs run the gamut from Mini Camp (July 31-Aug. 2; ages 6 - 9) and Kids Camp (July 28-Aug. 2; ages 8 - 11) to Kids II

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(Aug. 5-11; ages 8-11.) Junior Youth Camp runs July 7-12 for ages 12 - 14; Senior Youth Camp runs June 30 - July 5 for ages 14 - 18 and there are also Adventure Weeks for various age groups as well.

These involve small groups experiencing life outdoors, honing their adventure skills by learning ‘Leave No Trace’ principles, practising outdoor cooking skills and further developing canoeing abilities which in itself is a key part of the experience.

Kopjar said Adventure Weeks have proven to be an enormous hit, adding that last year’s version was full by the end of March. “It was fantastic,” he said, adding that the extensive canoeing in the Adventure Week is indeed a highlight. And it’s something not every kid gets to experience growing up.

“It’s so good for kids - if they get to try that now, they’re lucky!”

“Adventure Week campers also loved the freedom of having the smaller groups,” he said. “It’s just your group - you can pick what you are going to do as a group. You aren’t following a schedule that 80 other kids might be following,” he said.

Another option this season is what is called MAD Camp which includes acting, singing, rehearsing and performing.

Directors Pete and Josanna Justine will lead campers through the creative challenge of learning a musical production in just one week. Camper talents will then be on display for parents and friends on Friday with the curtain call at 3:30 p.m. and the performance starting at 4 p.m.

Music and Drama Camp runs Aug. 5-9 for ages 8 - 16.

There are also two Family Camps (July 14-19 and Aug. 11-16).

“Last summer we added a Grand Family Camp which is for grandparents and grandkids,” he said, adding that campers noted it was both a fun and relaxing experience. “We’re doing that again this summer.”

Other opportunities at Camp Kuriakos include an Adults Only camp which runs June 30-July 3.

“Join us for three nights at Camp, and days full of coffee times; enjoying Muf’s delicious food; working in the wood shop; seeing the passion play; engaging in bible study this year focused around the theme ‘Follow Me’- what does it mean to follow Christ in our daily life; worship; Canada Day parades and much more!”

A Men’s Retreat is planned for the fall and a Women’s Retreat runs Nov. 1-3.

For more information, call 403-746-2702 or email info@kuriakos. ab.ca.

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at the NexSource Centre PLENTY OF DAY CAMPS TO CHOOSE FROM

CAMP DESCRIPTIONS Summer Sizzle - July 2-5 (4 day camp): Looking for something to do this summer? This 4 day camp will help get your summer started. Crafts, activities, games and sports are a great way to stay active this summer.

Join us for fun with friends, and much more. Be sure not to fizzle when the summer starts to sizzle!

Wizards and Sorcerers: July 8-12: Abracadabra! During this playful summer camp, teams compete for the Wizard’s Trophy in games and events like Quidditch, trivia, scavenger hunts, crafts, and more Nature Explorers Camp - July 15-19: Remember crawling through creeks, hiking in the woods, digging in the dirt for bugs? We had great childhoods, didn’t we? Well let’s give your kids the same experiences in Nature Camp. Join fellow nature enthusiasts to learn trees, plants, and animals through various games and crafts. *Summer Olympics - July 22-26: READY? SET…GO!!! It’s all about “The Games” Don’t miss out on the chance to represent your camp’s country.

This week is all things sports. Do you think you have what it takes to go the extra mile? Well this week is your chance to put on your game face and give it your all. We will spend this week learning the ins and outs of your body and the amazing physical strength it has. You will use your skills to play hard, to create masterpieces, and to go for the GOLD with some fun competition.

Mini Sports Camp - July 29 - Aug. 2: Learn basic skills in a variety of indoor and outdoor sports such as basketball, football, soccer, floor hockey, pickleball and more. We’ll include skills and drills and assorted activities to improve balance and focus while building strength and motor skills.

Your team is counting on you! Come join in the fun.

Specific Sports Camp - Aug. 6-9 (4 day camp): This specific Sports Camp is a more in depth camp to fine tune your skills is Floor Hockey, soccer, Basketball and Football. Skills that will be covered are throwing, shooting, passing, stick-handling and dribbling. At the end of each day campers will show of their abilities in a skills competition.

Amazing Race & Survivor - Aug. 12-16: Do you have what it takes to Out Play, Out Think and Out Last your opponents? Similar to the TV shows, campers will be divided into teams, and compete against the other contestants in feats of athleticism, creativity and smarts! Come out and build team spirit with the other campers in this super fun camp! *Track & Field - Aug. 20-24: Do you want to learn how to Run, Jump, throw, faster, higher and farther? This camp will teach the fundamentals of Track & Field. Skills will be taught through instruction & skills will be developed through games and activities. Campers will showcase their skills in a fun track meet.

Lego Camp - Aug. 26-30: Create designs working with Duplo LEGO® simple machines, and simple & powered machine bricks. Play indoor games and sports, enjoy aquatic activities, and much more. *indicates the only weeks of camps where swimming lessons will be offered.

4-Day Camp Rates: $168 local / $210 nonlocal 5-Day Camp Rates: $210 local / $253 nonlocal $255 local / $308.75 nonlocal (includes swim lessons) For questions and additional information, please contact the NexSource Centre at 403-887-2199

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clubs and services SYLVAN LAKE’S

17th AnnuAl JAzz At the lAke FestivAl August 16-18, 2019 Headliners: • LaiLa BiaLi, winner 2019 JUnO “VOcaL Jazz aLBUm Of the Year” www.jazzatthelake.com • Jack SempLe, JUnO winner & BLUeSman extraOrdinaire • GaBrieL paLatchi, Many arGentinian pianO phenOm events • JOhnnY SUmmerS SwinG dance free!

• “pUBS & cLUBS” featUrinG 7 LiVe Jazz Tickets & info: www.JazzAtTheLake.com GrOUpS at 7 different VenUeS!

SYLVAN LAKE & DISTRICT LIONS CLUB Chartered in 1954

SYLVAN LAKE QUILTERS GUILD QUILT SHOW - June 14 & 15, 2019 Nexsource Centre Curling Rink Kids Sew Camp - Aug 19 - 23, 2019 For more information contact: Joyce at 403.887.3287

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Hall rental and catering available.

Club meets every 1st and 3rd Monday of the Month from September to June

Friday Meat Draw begins 6:30pm with steak bbq in summer.

For more information: Call 403-887-3390 http://www.e-clubhouse.org/sites/sylvanlake Lions Hall located at 5119 50A Avenue

WE… • Conduct Vision Screening of Kindergarten students • Support children through Scholarships & Youth Camps • Collect can tabs for Diabetes • Collect used eyeglasses & hearing aids • Support 25+ local charities through fundraising

Drop in Tuesday to Saturday Full Bar • Members and Guests Members make a difference in the lives of Veterans and their families, provide essential services within our communities, and remember the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our Country.

The Sylvan Lake Branch has been active since 1946 when the first building was opened for returning Veterans. Today membership is open to all Canadians. Stop by and visit or take part in our activities.

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SUNBUSTER Day

Camps

Each summer the Town gives kids a chance to meeting new friends, learn new skills, and enjoy fun-filled days in a caring, supervised environment with Sunbuster Day Camps.

Weekly themes are designed to offer a variety of activities to engage children of all ages and interests. Activities vary from week to week and are intended to be age-appropriate. Activities available every week include: arts & crafts, group games, icebreakers, gym activities, outdoor field games, guest speakers, and swimming.

Please note, these are just a sample of what is available this summer.

Age Groups: 6 - 8 and 9 - 11 Times: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Cost: $150/local $160/non-local (5 day weeks), $120/local $128/non-local (August 7 - 10 only) *Subsidy may be available to families that qualify. Contact Youth Services at 403 887 1137 Ext. 223 for more information.

July 8-12 Flipside’s Got Talent: We invite you to join us on the Flipside stage and show us your talents. Throughout this week you will have the opportunity to share your talents and maybe even discover one you didn’t know you had. We all have different talents. What’s yours?

July 15-19 Come join us as we explore other ways of life one country and day at a time! Using our passports to explore through simple crafts and fun activities you can spark curiousity about other cultures and set the foundation for further exploration. All aboard!

July 22-26 Skillz 4 Life: A camp designed to build skills that will impress Mike Holmes and Gordon Ramsey. Cooking, building, drawing, engineering…you’ll get to try them all! Your future self with thank you!

July 29-August 2 Boo! Merry Easter Valentine!: It’s the most wonderful time(s) of the year! Celebrate all your favourite holidays all in the same week.

Sylvan Lake Farmers’ Market Fridays 4 - 7:30pm • May 17 - Sept. 27, 2019 5104 Lakeshore Drive (beside Chateau Suites and the Aqua Splash) Something for everyone - concessions, baking, jams/jellies, fruits and veggies, www.sylvanlakefarmersmarket.ca meats, frozen foods, honey, crafts of all kinds, soaps, clothing, wine and much more! www.sylvanlakefarmersmarket.ca Like us on Facebook

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Spirit of Sylvan Yuletide Festival

Nov. 29 & 30, NexSource Centre

From trick-or-treating to carolling, get ready for some festive fun!

August 12-16 Mad Science: Calling all aspiring scientists (or those who just like to get messy)! This week camp will be all about the wilder side of science. Join us as we explore different chemical reactions, transform matter, and perform some cool experiments.

August 19 - 23 Blast to the Past: Jump through time and space to experience what life was like in the past and predict what it might be like in the future.

August 26-30 Find Your Spark: Is there an activity that you love doing?

Something that gets you out of bed in the morning? This week we will give you an chance to find your “spark” by trying on lots of different activities like art, music, sports and volunteering. Even if you already know what your spark is, come and share it with us!

Come find the fun!

TD's Summer Reading Program Eight weeks of reading FUN! July 2 - August 23, 2019

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A NEW WAY TO TRAVEL AND ENJOY Sylvan Sylvan Lake’s newest venture specializes in “distracted riders.”

Sylvan Lakeshore Rides is ready for it’s first year of tours and shuttle rides along the Sylvan Lake lakeshore.

Dale Plante, owner of the Sylvan Lakeshore Rides, says it has been years in development and is excited to offer the new experience beginning the May long weekend of 2019.

“I am very excited,” said Plante. “We are a tourist town, so it is good to have fun, novel things for them, like the pedi-cabs.”

The idea to have the pedi-cabs in Sylvan Lake came to Plante after witnessing a similar business set up in Banff.

The cabs will operate in two different capacities; as a guided tour of the town and a shuttle to and from the lake from parking lots further from the lake.

“It’s great, you can jump on the pedi-cab and see Sylvan Lake with a knowledgeable driver,” Plante said, adding the tours of Sylvan Lake are in partnership with the Sylvan Lake Archives.

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Plante says the tours around town are both scenic and private, as each cab can accommodate up to three riders.

The cabs will also help lake goers get to the beach without having to lug supplies for a beach day from a parking spot far away from the destination.

“The free parking lots aren’t used as much in the summer, because people don’t want to haul their stuff to the beach. I think the pedi-cabs will help.”

Sylvan Lakeshore Rides will be active all through the summer months, from the May long weekend until the end of September, and may be seen during special events in the winter months as well.

Plante said he has tried to keep the green transportation reasonable, at $10 a trip.

More information about Sylvan Lakeshore Rides, or to book a ride, call 403-588-RIDE(7433).

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Consider yourself

Downtown Sylvan Summer Series Centennial Street Market

An artisan-inspired market that takes place every Saturday throughout July and August | 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Farmers Market Fridays

Join us in Lakefront Park (Lakeshore Drive & 51 Street).

Fridays, May 17 - September 27 | 4:00 PM - 7:30 PM www.visitsylvanlake.ca

Food Truck Thursdays

Thursdays, May 31 to September 6 | 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM. Located just off Main Street on 50A Avenue. www.sylvanlake.ca/MobileVending for weekly vendors.

Outdoor Movie Nights

Thursdays throughout July and August. Movies start at dusk, and run subject to weather conditions. www.visitsylvanlake.ca for movie listings.

The Pier - Concert Series

Saturdays throughout July and August | 7:00 PM www.visitsylvanlake.ca for concert listings.

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every type of camper CAMPING AMENITIES FOR

From rugged outdoors types to those who like a little more of the creature comforts, Sylvan Lake offers multiple camping spots.

All campsites are within reasonable distance from the Town centre and the main attraction of the lake.

Sylvan Lake RV Park has been a popular camping spot near the lake for more than 25 years. Everything a camper could need while vacationing at the lake is a short walk away.

Sylvan Lake RV Park is located at 4305 50 Ave.

Jarvis Bay Campground has 168 tree-lined campsites.

Approximately 19 km from Sylvan Lake is the Jarvis Bay Campground. The campground contains 168 well treed campsites for both RV’s and tents.

Jarvis Bay campground includes many amenities, such as: handicap spots, play grounds, picnic shelters, showers, water, fire wood, picnic tables and sani dump.

Jarvis Bay does not offer access to the lake due to the shore cliff, however there is a small boat launch for canoes and kayaks.

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event line-up NEWLY EXPANDED

Sylvan Lake’s Recreation and Culture department is planning a year full of activities for all ages by adding 25 new events.

Music, family activities, holiday events, and more winter activities are on the schedule for 2019.

While many of the events planned have been confirmed, there are still a number of event dates still in the works.

Along with the expanded event lists, old favourites are set to return. Some events, like 1913 Days scheduled for the weekend of June 14, will even have a new twist.

A few of the new events planned and confirmed by Recreation and Culture are themed towards kites, an Easter egg hunt, food and different music events.

These events will be occurring throughout the year, with many planned throughout both the winter and summer months.

The Town is also planning on holding a variety of outdoor movie nights, which will utilize the new screen the Town will be purchasing.

Sylvan Lake will celebrate the end of the summer season with an old fashioned community dance with the Varsity Hall Dance on Aug. 24.

The community dance will showcase music from a broad spectrum of styles from many eras.

“The harvest dinner and new haunted house are coming this year too,” said Sean Durkin, recreation and culture manager.

The Harvest Dinner will be held in September and will be a “long table dining experience” held on the lakefront.

Sylvan Lake turns into Christmas Town near the holiday season with sleigh rides, workshops, elves and, of course, Santa.

Mayor Sean McIntyre said he was very excited to see the new expanded event list, with many family-friendly planned.

“This is more than just something to do,” said McIntyre at a council meeting earlier this year, “it’s an exercise in community.

When people see each other at these community events … it helps them to build a connection to their community.”

A few of the new events planned for this year include: Food Truck Thursdays Outdoor Movie Nights (every Thursday in July and August) starting at dusk Centennial Street Market – every Saturday in July and August at 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The Pier Concert Series (Saturdays in July and August) at 7 p.m.

Centerfield Music Festival on June 29-30 JAWS at the Lake on Aug. 4 Multi-Sport at the Lake on Aug. 11 Varsity Hall Dance on Aug. 24 CulinART! A food, drink and art walk on Aug. 31

The Town of Sylvan Lake introduced a new even in March 2019 called Kites on Ice. This event was also a cultural event that celebrated the Hindu holiday of Holi with a “colour party”. Guest were encouraged to colour each other and with colourful powder that was thrown into the air.

The Stocking Stuffer Market was a new and unique Christmas Market held in Sylvan Lake last December where shoppers could pick up small gifts and stocking stuffers for less than $20. This market is expected to return during the 2019 Christmas Season.

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28 A number of talented aboriginal dancers performed at a First Nations Dance Theatre event held at the NexSource Centre during last year’s 1913 Days festivities.

1913 DAYS:

A historical celebration of Sylvan Lake The weekend all Sylvan Lake residents look forward to is returning June 14-16, when the Town will host its annual historical celebration: 1913 Days. The event welcomes residents and visitors to multiple attractions throughout Town which are focused on the history of Sylvan Lake.

This year offers some new and returning activities, according to Town of Sylvan Lake Special Events Coordinator Michelle Houle.

Many of the events and details are still in the planning stages, but Town staff promises a huge party for this year’s festivities.

The Town of Sylvan Lake is also looking to tie in Canada’s history during the annual 1913 Days Parade.

Events to look forward to at 1913 Days include a street festival, held on June 14, the 1913 Days parade, held on June 15 and a drive-in movie also held on June 15.

This year 1913 Days will also include a “French Market.”

This is expected to be an open-air street market with a French theme, full of lavender and Paris inspired décor.

The French Market is expected to have many local vendors, artists and maybe even a few antique dealers.

1913 Days in 2019 will be the 106th birthday of Sylvan Lake.

Kristen Shima, culture and tourism cooridnator, says there will be a few new twists to the fan favourite event that have yet to

be announced.

More information about 1913 Days can be found at the Town’s website, www.sylvanlake.ca.

Local firefighters Scott Slimmon, Ramie Tucker and Kyle Burgess kept busy prepping pancake and other breakfast delicacies as part of the many local activities happening during 1913 Days.

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in Sylvan Lake FIREWORKS ALL YEAR

The first fireworks show of the year takes place on New Year’s Eve. Thousands flock to the water’s edge, some parking in vehicles on the lake and tuning their radios into 88.5 FM to hear the music all of the majestic shows are choreographed to.

Others prefer the thundering sounds of the explosions overhead and choose to skate on the lake next to the Christmas tree.

Fireworks come again in February for Winterfest following a funfilled family weekend.

Various shows can be caught throughout the summer months, including the annual highly attended Canada Day fireworks.

The Town of Sylvan Lake also holds a spectacular Christmas showing in December during the festive season.

The Town has become well known for the fireworks shows with nearly every show’s grand finale blasts leaving onlookers cheering with their hands raised.

Launched off the pier in downtown Sylvan Lake, the best place to watch the show from is typically anywhere along Lakeshore Drive.

Find an early seat at a rooftop patio in the summer months for the perfect place to watch the show.

Winter months mean you may need to bundle up a bit more while watching the show, but with the music timed perfectly to the booms overhead - a parked vehicle can often be the best place to watch.

When the lake freezes in the winter, the Town creates two skating rinks on the lake in addition to a large parking lot where many park to watch the winter shows.

“Like” the Town of Sylvan Lake on Facebook or follow them on Twitter for frequent updates on fireworks shows. Be sure to mark your calendars for the shows such as Canada Day, Christmas and New Year’s Eve to make sure you don’t miss a moment of the fun.

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Canada Day SYLVAN CELEBRATES

Sylvan Lake goes all out when celebrating Canada’s birthday on July 1. The Town of Sylvan Lake partners with the Rotary Club to bring events and activities starting at 10 a.m. and finishing with fireworks at 11 p.m.

The event boasts; live music, kids activities, flag raising, the March of Canadians and even some birthday cake.

The day full of events ends with an awe-inspiring fireworks display over the lake as many people crowded the lakeshore and pier to watch the spectacle.

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The Sylvan Lake F ire Depar tment hoisted the Canadian flag over the gathered crowds along Lakeshore Drive.

A large cake in the form of the Canadian flag was found at the end of the March of Canadians. Many people eagerly surrounded the cake, waiting for their piece.

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The influx of crowds going to spend their day at the beach and attending Canada Day event’s are seen with the flag in the background marking the event area.

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AquaSplash is the lake’s newest attraction which sees many guests every day during the hot summer months. The inflatable playground is suitable for all ages, and is located just off of Lakeshore Park in the water. The play structure is suitable for children and adults who can swim in deeper waters.

Lakeside Go-Karts & Mini Golf offers both adult and kids course as well as a bumper car course for those feeling the need for speed. The business also offers a mini golf course suitable for anyone looking for a fun afternoon.

Sylvan Lake Paintball is the longest running paintball course in Central Alberta. They offer a range of affordable packages as well as a full service outdoor paintball facility. They currently have three outdoor courses and a fourth on the way. Sylvan Lake Paintball is located north of Sylvan Lake just off Highway 20, west on Range Road 392.

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PALO PARK - Although a golden oldie, Palo Park is perhaps one of the quietest places in Sylvan Lake to bring your kids to play. The lush green space located next to the park is perfect for family fun in the sun or a picnic on a nice day. Escape the crowds and take time to enjoy the big hill next to the park and the open spaces for activities.

MEMORIAL PARK - Sylvan Lake Memorial Park is set in the heart of downtown and offers a quiet place to sit, relax and perhaps enjoy a picnic while honouring our veterans. Located just off Railway Avenue on 49 Street.

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128 full sized flags are raised in Centennial Park each year, representing 128,000 Canadians killed and missing in action military and RCMP service personnel from the Boer War until today.

Famous Fish & Chips Two Harvard Trainers flew overhead a past Flags of Remembrance ceremony. These aircraft were used during World War II and post war to train pilots.

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NEVER A DULL MOMENT, even Winter is when the town’s true spirit comes alive. Winter in Sylvan Lake is the perfect place to be, no matter what day of the week. There are a variety of fun activities to do in town - from walking along Lakeshore Drive and seeing ice fishing huts out on the lake, to skating with your family on the lake.

Events planned for the winter include as Winterfest and the Santa Claus Parade. Around 6,000 people took part in last year’s Winterfest activities.

A new addition to the wintertime festivities is the Winter Village at the pier. The trees and shrubbery are strung with lights throughout the pier on Lakeshore Drive. Each year the village gets bigger

in winter

and brighter as more trees are decorated for the winter season.

Parking never seems to be an issue when it comes to activities on the lake in the winter; with many people parking right on the lake, where there is never any worry of where to find a spot.

Parking on the lake makes it that much more convenient when strapping on a pair of ice skates, and heading out onto the ice, since your vehicle is never too far away.

Fireworks often grace the end of each event happening in town.

Fireworks are enjoyed by the whole community and light up the night sky, and are also reflected on the ice. Children skate about in the green, yellow and white colours painted temporarily on the ice by the fireworks offering a picturesque scene.

Ice fishing is an all-time favourite for locals and visitors. People often set up shacks and tents or just bring out buckets to collect their fish. Ice fishing is a great activity to do with the whole family as well.

Places to eat are never too far away when enjoying activities out on the lake. Lakeshore Drive is lined with all different types of restaurants, giving everyone options as to the food they may want to eat while they warm up.

There is never a dull moment in the winter in Sylvan Lake. There are always fun activities going on with the frozen lake being constantly utilized for a variety of different fun things to do.

The Town of Sylvan Lake is known for their majestic fireworks displays which take place at a number of events throughout the year including Christmas, New Year’s Eve, Winterfest, and Canada Day.

The Santa Claus Parade winds through Sylvan Lake each year to celebrate the season. A favourite of many parade-goers is this Grinch-themed car, complete with the Grinch himself driving down the streets of Sylvan Lake.

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SYLVAN lights The holiday season means it is time for the Light Up The Lake Celebrations in Sylvan Lake.

Light up the Night coincides with the Spirit of Sylvan Yuletide Festival and Market which run at the beginning of the holiday season each year, generally the first weekend of December.

The weekend event includes a parade on the Saturday, fireworks and the lighting of the Winter Village.

Before the fun of the parade, children have the chance to have a special breakfast with Santa. The breaksfast meal is only available to those who purchase a ticket, and is extremely popular with all the good boys and girls.

Snake Lake Brewing Company provided a free holiday wagon rides with coffee and hot chocolate up and down Lakeshore Drive in December for Light up the Lake.

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The parade begins at 5 p.m. once it gets dark as all the floats are lit up with many lights.

Following the parade, the Town hosts a fireworks display at the pier. The fireworks show generally begin at 6:15 p.m. which gives those who took in the parade enough time to walk down to the pier.

Following the fireworks will be the lighting of the Winter Village, now in its second year. The lighting of the village will also begin the planter parade voting which will run throughout December.

The winter village will be housed at the pier throughout the winter, and is getting a little bigger each year until the entire pier is covered in lights.

Folks considered the firewor ks worth the wait as they clapped and cheered for the brilliant display.

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community connections SPIRIT OF SYLVAN REVEALS

The 2018 Yuletide Festival was the most successful one yet, according to members of the committee.

Graham Parsons, chair of the Spirit of Sylvan Yuletide Festival, said the success of the weekend was in part due to the amount there was to do and see.

Attendees were treated to performances byhome grown talents including choirs from C.P. Blakely, Steffie Woima and the Sylvan Lake Massed Choirs. Live musical contributions continued in the marketplace with tunes from the House of Music.

“We are considering this our best year yet, from the numbers to the vendors and just the overall spirit,” said Parsons.

The NexSource Centre vendors at the market for people to get their holiday shopping done, free public skating, a Kidz Zone with a bouncy castle, a visit from Mr. and Mrs. Claus, gingerbread decorating and a gingerbread house contest.

This year the Yuletide Festival raised more than in previous years, to a total of roughly $13,500.

Each of the three charities, the Sylvan Lake Food Bank, Urgent Care and the Sylvan Lake Christmas Bureau, received a donation of $4,500.

“We raised enough to up our donations by a total of $1,500 which is really just amazing,” Parsons said.

The committee behind the festival is already looking at what can be done differently for next year to increase the overall en-

joyment at the event.

“The feedback we had has been great… totally positive. Now we are trying to figure out how to make it bigger.”

The evolution of Spirit of Sylvan Coun. Jas Payne was volunteering at the raffle table and shared how he became involved with Yuletide around its third year right after Kraft Hockeyville. He talked about the evolution of the connections that have contributed to the growth of the event and how many of the people involved with making Hockeyville a success were also key figures in organizing the first Yuletide festivals As the festival has developed and added partners, the Town has increased its support of the festival over the years.

“A lot of people think the Yuletide festival is a town festival but they don’t realize that the folks that organize this are here as volunteers, not because we’re attached to other places,” Jas Payne stated.

Payne suggested the kind of people who want to get involved with the town tend to be the kind of people who want to volunteer in other places as well. He spoke warmly of the town, sharing what he feels is the central point of the festival.

“Bringing the whole community together to kick off the Christmas season really is the purpose. It’s why we do it,” he said.

Kids had the chance to make Christmas cards and decorations at the Servus Credit Union Kidz Zone.

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THE WINTERTIME FESTIVAL: Winterfest

The Sylvan Lake Rotary Club provids horse-drawn sleigh rides to festival goers at Winterfest.

The ride around the lake was by donation, and many families line up to take part.

The annual Winterfest celebration is always one that Sylvan Lakers look forward to, and next year’s event will be no exception.

Sylvan Lake Winterfest is held every year on Family Day weekend. In 2019 the cold weather had the event spread out over two weekends.

The festival, which normally takes place over one weekend, was moved to two weekends after Winterfest’s outdoor events were pushed back a week due to extreme weather conditions.

The events for the event occurred on Feb. 16-18 and Feb. 23-24.

Events are held across the Town and include a variety of family-friendly activities.

Winterfest is an outdoor winter festival with community-oriented and community-run feel.

Many different groups and businesses host events throughout the weekend, like the horse-drawn carriage rides provided by the Rotary Club, so long as the weather permits it. As well as the Town organizes a few events sprinkled over the course of

the long weekend.

The purpose, according to the Town of Sylvan Lake, is to get people outside and get them active.

The popular Polar Bear Dip took place on Feb. 23 with the start time usually scheduled for 1 p.m. This event includes Sylvan Lake’s bravest taking the plunge into frigid waters, all for a good cause, as money raised from the event goes to charity.

Other events include family-friendly activities on the lake such as sleigh rides, skating, sledding and bonfires with s’mores. A fireworks show also takes place Feb. 23 at 7 p.m.

Community groups also sponsor a number of activities including hot chocolate and coffee as well as more interactive exhibits such as the life-sized snow globe bouncy castle.

Depending on the weather, Sylvan Lake’s Winterfest has seen thousands of guests come out to take part in the festivities.

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Fireworks from the pier cap off a day of festivities During W i n t e r fe s t . M a ny people line the lake to take in the bright lights from all angles.

40 Many came out early on Easter morning for the Sunrise Worship held on March 21 this year. Each year on Easter the Sylvan Lake Ministerial holds a Sunrise Worship at 5:30 a.m. On Good Friday the Ministerial also holds a Faith Walk from the lake to one of the many churches in town.

SYLVAN LAKE: home

to many faiths

For many people, faith and religious commitments are a serious matter. For those looking to maintain a regular schedule of worship and remain true to your faith while on vacation, Sylvan Lake has you covered. The Town is home to many churches belonging to numerous faiths, that regularly hold mass.

A person is never too far from a local branch of their own

congregation or broader religious community - the spirit of hospitality that Sylvan Lake is known for can be found among the many churches and religious communities throughout the Town.

Check out the Town of Sylvan Lake’s Resource Directory at http://crd.sylvanlake.ca/place/index for full listings of local churches, where they can be found and when they hold mass.

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Sylvan Lake Apostolic Lutheran Church

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Sunday School Church Services

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Memorial Presbyterian Church Worship Service - 10:30am Rev. Steven Webb Office: 403-887-5702

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Our Lady of the Assumption Roman Catholic Church

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Jumpers brave icy water for charity POLAR DIP

A cold February lead to an even colder than usual Polar Bear Dip for jumpers on Feb. 23.

The event, which was originally set for Feb. 16, was postponed due to extreme weather, but delaying the event a week didn’t bring warmer temperatures.

“It was predicted to be -4 C for the following weekend [Feb. 23], so the weather just changed on us,” said Kristen Shima, Culture and Tourism Coordinator for the Town.

Seven-time dipper Corrie Brown, who jumped for the Sylvan Lake Municipal Library’s Youth Write Sponsorship program, says this year was the coldest she’s done.

Saturday was about -20 C before the windchill, but sat closer to -30 C with the windchill.

Brown says it was still, and always is, a good experience.

“There’s that brief moment when you kind of see the hole and you go ‘oh, I’m going to be in there’ and your stomach kind of clenches, but it all goes away,” said Brown, adding the dippers are only cold for a short period of time before being able to get warmed up.

“Reflecting on it, it would’ve maybe been better if they rescheduled it again,” said Brown.

Brown was one of 25 who jumped, which was lower than the predicted 36 participants.

“I think we did lose some participants because it changed the date, as well as the cold affecting a few people wanting to do it,” explained Shima, adding the weather is something out of their control when running an outdoor event.

The event raised a total of $22,536 for about 12 different local charities.

“The amount raised was amazing and the participation was really great,” said Shima.

The event’s top fundraiser for 2019 was Crystal Belanger and Denae Hussey, who raised $7,311.50 for the Central Alberta Humane Society.

Team Serenity, a group of 14 participants who jumped for

the Sylvan Lake and Area Serenity Pet Shelter Society, came second with $5,011.25.

Rounding out the top three fundraisers was Trent Petrich, who raised $2,800 for the Central Alberta Ronald McDonald House.

Some jumpers brought props, while others chose to brave the cold in little more than a regular swim suit.

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The Sylvan Lake Sailing Club hosted a race last summer to garner interest as sailing season came into full swing.

Several boats and crews of local - and prospective - sailors took to the waters of Sylvan Lake last summer in an effort to attract new members to the Sylvan Lake Sailing Club.

Ten boats full of seasoned and new sailors spent the afternoon on the lake. The sailing race was open to anyone interested in finding out what the club is all about, with several guests from the Sylvan Lake area trying their hand at sailing.

Commodore Bill Young said he found the race to be a wonderful experience overall, adding he enjoyed the sunshine and levels of participation.

The wind slowed down in the afternoon limiting sailors at the end of the race to one lap.

“That’s sailing for you,” said Young. “You have to be aware of the weather - you have to have an eye to the horizon to see what’s coming.”

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Throughout the sailing season the group hosts several race days - regattas - everything from a one-day event like the Commodore’s Cup to a three-day event where other sailing clubs around Alberta join in. Besides the Commodore’s Cup there two other main regattas during the season, the Memorial Cup and the End of Summer Hummer.

Young said the purpose of the race was to let the community know the club is always welcoming new members.

Fleet Captain Don Ulsifer said it was difficult to keep track of how many times the fickle winds shifted and contributed to many changes in the race standings Norma Turner, skipper of L’eau Rider - the first place vessel in last summer’s race - said the varied winds were a good way to challenge participants and help newcomers realize it’s a combination of luck and skill that wins sailing races.

Young emphasized such events are held primarily to gauge interest in the club, to show people how there is a strong social aspect to the club, and that they are “not just about the competition.”

“The purpose of these events is to bring people interested in sailing together.”

Young said it’s “quite common” for people to share boat ownership and there are many different ways people can get involved with the club. He said companionship, collaboration and teamwork are all critical to a good day on the lake.

While the club does not have a formal training program, Young says there are many opportunities to learn from other more experienced members of the group.

The Sailing Club meets every Wednesday evening from May through September. To register and find details on events, visit www.sylvansailing.com.

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annual show and shine

SYLVAN LAKE CUSTOMS AND CLASSICS CLUB HOLDS

The Sylvan Lake Customs and Classics Club will be hosting their 13th show this July at the Meadowlands Golf Club.

Originally Gord Bredo took over the club from the local Chamber of Commerce and he his wife Elaine Bredo helped run the club as president and secretary up until last year. The couple decided to move on and a new executive has taken over with Val Hilker as the president.

“The reason for the club was to get like-minded people together,” Hilker said, adding the club members have a lot of fun together sharing knowledge and learning how to take care of their vehicles.

Hilker feels that as long as the club sticks to what’s worked so far, the show and shines will continue to be a success.

“As long as we follow that model that [Gord Bredo] did for the last 11 years, we’ll be good,” said Hilker.

The show attracts between 150 - 200 vehicles every year according to Hilker. Cars come mostly from Central Alberta but some come from as far away as Medicine Hat and Invermere, B.C. There is a little bit of everything going on at the show, taking place once again at the Meadowlands Golf Club. Staples every year are face painting for the kids, a silent auction and beer gardens put on by Meadowlands. Hilker says there will even be a professional DJ on site to keep everyone entertained all day.

There will also be food on hand thanks to the partnership of the Knights of Columbus who will be cooking breakfast and lunch at

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the event.

The event has changed and evolved over the last 13 years. One big difference is the size of the event and the location.

Since its inception, the Sylvan Lake Customs and Classics have moved the show and shine to various locations around town. A couple years ago they set up shop at Meadowlands and used the driving range for the day.

Since Meadowland will be building houses around the golf course in the near future, the group will be on the lookout once again for a new location for their event in coming years.

This year the Sylvan Lake Customs and Classics Show and Shine will be held in the second Saturday in July on July 13 at Meadowlands Golf Club from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The event is free to spectators. Anyone looking to participate in the show and display their car can do so by signing up early on the day of the event. Hilker says some cars come in as early as 7 a.m.

The club will happily allow any car to participate as long as it is clean and loved.

Participation in the show is $15.

Everyone that comes with a car gets five votes to decide who wins the 10 trophies for the top 10 cars.

More information about the show and the club can be found on their website www.sylvanlakecustomsandclassics.com or on the club’s Facebook page.

growing each year

For Sylvan Lake car enthusiasts there are a few options to pursue when looking to check out some of the hottest cars in the area.

One of those options is the Sylvan Lake Cruise Night, presented

by Adrenalin Motors.

Sylvan Lake Cruise Night began in 2015, and has gained traction since then. The events are held LAPP Realty, 37 Beju Ind. Drive, every Wednesday night, weather premitting, starting June 5, from 6-9 p.m.

Tyson Czuy of Adrenalin Motors founded the Cruise Night as a way to share his passion and drive for stellar vehicles with the Sylvan Lake community.

“I’m a huge car enthusiast myself, and I wanted people in Sylvan Lake to be able to have a car show right here in our own backyards, instead of having to drive out to Red Deer,” Czuy said.

“Adrenalin specializes in sports cars and unique vehicles, so I felt the Cruise Night was a natural thing for me to take on.”

Being born and raised into a family businesses of car dealerships, Czuy has had a few years to grow his love of automotives. He said Cruise Night is a way to share that within the community, and to take time to check out other cool vehicles in the area with other car enthusiasts.

“When I was growing up, I was always in the showroom checking out the nicest, newest cars. Then I began working with them, and

helping out to grow the business. Some say I just have fuel in my blood,” he said with a laugh.

Czuy said they will see anywhere from 20-30 vehicles on a slow night, and upwards of 50 vehicles on other event nights. He added that Cruise Night will continue to run each Wednesday through the summer, so people have a few options to plan as to when they can check it out.

“We invite anyone and everyone who has a passion for vehicles to join us. We just want people to come and hang out and enjoy it,” he said.

Local businesses often donate door prizes for the drivers, so that when they cruise into the lot, they are given tickets to be entered into draws.

Sylvan Lake Cruise Night does have a Facebook page of the same name, and videos and photos are posted regularly through Instagram and Snapchat, under the username @AdrenalinMotors.

Czuy said social media is often the best way to keep up to date on events and special features.

“I just love nice cars - I’m an enthusiast, it’s my business and it’s my passion,” he said, adding his goal is to simply share this passion with others in the community and that he hopes to see support for the events grow this year.

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Sylvan Lake Municpal Library is an inviting place rain, snow or shine. One comfort the library has is a family game night, with all types of games available for families to play.

FUN, GAMES AND READS at

Sylvan Lake Municipal Library is an active place with more than just books within its walls.

The library is an active part of the Sylvan Lake community with fun learning opportunities, cultural events, family fun and, of course, many books to read.

The library has something for everyone all year round. The staff try to create exciting new events for residents and visitors to take part in whether its cold and snowy or hot and sunny.

From book clubs, to reading programs, a weekly “teen takeover” to fun for toddlers there is something for children, teenagers and adults.

Special events are held throughout the year like the Women’s Only Event in February, pumpkin carving in October or participating in Free Comic Book Day the first weekend on May. Special events planned for the summer months of 2019 include: Pride Month Film Screenings Join us for special LGBTQ film screenings during the month of June.

Watch website for dates and titles. Drop in.

Dinosaur Dig Bring your inner paleontologist to the library and dig up some long lost dinosaurs. Read dino-riffic stories, followed by snacks, crafts, and games. All ages welcome.

June 8, 1-2 p.m.

the library

National Aboriginal Day Join us for an evening of cultural celebration, featuring special guests, music, and food.

June 21, 6–7:30 p.m.

TD’s Summer Reading Program Kickoff Party Story and snack, followed by a Scavenger Hunt. Participants can pick up their reading packs after the Scavenger Hunt.

June 22, 1-2 p.m.

TD’s Summer Reading Program Eight weeks of reading fun!

July 2-Aug. 23 Ages 2-6: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, or Fridays, 10:15-11 a.m.

Ages 7-12: Tuesdays or Wednesdays, 1-2 p.m. and Thursdays 10:15-11:15 a.m.

Teens: Thursdays, 1-2:30 p.m.

French (Basic French required): Mondays, Ages 4-8 1:30-2:30 p.m. and Ages 9+ 3:30-4:30 p.m.

Teddy Bear Sleepover Bring your favourite stuffed animal for a bedtime story with milk and cookies. The stuffies sleep over, then come pick them up the next afternoon to see what mischief they got up to!

July 17, 6-7 p.m.

Find out more about Sylvan Lake Municipal Library at www. sylvanlibrary.prl.ab.ca

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EAT LIKE A Laker Those looking for a fresh bite to eat, a hearty filling meal or even to just indulge their inner foodie will not be disappointed in Sylvan Lake. With everything from the gamut of diverse food offerings from local restaurants, to the veritable smorgasbord of food available from the many vendors who set up shop along the waterfront, and at farmers markets throughout the warmer months, Sylvan Lake offers something to satisfy every discerning palette.

For those who want a bite to eat, Sylvan Lake has many places that satisfy cravings for almost any kind of food, at any time of day: breakfast, lunch, dinner or whenever hunger strikes.

Food offerings in Sylvan include seafood, Asian food, such as curries, noodle bowls, Chinese, Japanese and Korean food; Italian food like pizzas and classics like steak and even wild game meat.

And don’t forget the local favourite of Food Truck Thursdays.

Every Thursday during the summer months, food trucks will take up residence downtown to offer a unique dining experience throughout the day As would be expected of a town in proximity to such a beautiful lake, many of the unique restaurants offering delectable dishes are found along the lakefront, for ease of access when enjoying all that the Town has to offer. Much of the eating you

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can do in Town can be done within sight of the lake, out on a patio, enjoying your meal in the open air. So when you visit Sylvan Lake, come hungry, so you can eat like a local!

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46 Discovering Sylvan L a k e ’s histor y is easy with the many informative signs located along lightposts and stones on Lakeshore Drive.

DISCOVERING SYLVAN LAKE’S History In order to fully discover Sylvan Lake, you must first delve into the rich history of how we got to where we are today.

The year was 1898. Alexandre Loiselle and his son Louis came from Michigan to the area now known as Sylvan Lake. At first the family was discouraged to settle the area due to the heavy timber surrounding the lake.

The Faucher family arrived later that year - making the great three day journey from Red Deer. The two families lived together in a 20 ft. by 20 ft. log cabin covered by a sod roof. Together they pushed through that first tough winter, setting the scene for a long lasting community that would be built on partnership and perseverance.

The aboriginal people living in the area referred to the lake as Kinabik or ‘Snake Lake’ in reference to the many garter snakes in the area at the time. In 1903 the name was changed to Sylvan Lake from the Latin word, sylvanus, meaning ‘of a forest’.

Originally settled by french speaking immigrants from Quebec and the United States the region would become host to a number of Estonian and Finnish settlers over the years.

Two integral rail lines completed around 1912 led to the Town’s incorporation in 1913.

Sylvan Lake quickly became a popular destination for families and cottages began to appear all around the town.

The Town of Sylvan has grown steadily over the years but the history remains to this day. Spread throughout the waterfront area you will find nostalgic trips down memory lane. The Town’s

history is available for viewing on plaques and signage located on light posts and other surfaces.

For more information visit the Sylvan Lake Archives Facebook page at www.facebook.com/marion.thompson.167/ where they frequently post ‘blasts from the past’.

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