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CVAF Chair Update However, it has quickly be come clear that our beloved Festival deserves more than a long-distance relationship with its Chair. Therefore, I pass along the role of the Chair to two very capable past Chairs, Barbara Tomporowski and Margaret Bessai.
by Sheri Florizone ---- Expect the Unexpected. When this was selected as the theme for the 2018 Cathedral Village Arts Festival, it was a harbinger for a year of unanticipated change. We’re seeing fresh faces alongside the veteran members of our Planning Committee. We’re pleased to welcome new coordinators for Parades and Funville. New ideas are already being gener-
ated the Victoria Day picnic and parade, performances throughout the week, and wonderful activities with our creative partners. There will also be a change to the Planning Committee leadership this year. I’m sad to report that I will be stepping down as Festival Chair in 2018. I had hoped to continue in the role despite a recent move to Swift Current for a new job.
Our annual Taste of Cathedral Fundraiser is on February 3, 2018. This wonderful annual event is organized by Linda Rattray with the help of Deb Jones, CVAF’s Executive Administrator. Entertainment at Taste of Cathedral will be provided by local songstress Ava Wild. Food samples will available from a variety of local restaurants and caterers for a small cost per sample. But the main attraction is the extensive silent auction full of local art, zany vintage items, and donatioins from generous local businesses. Tickets are available at Dessart Sweets or online at Eventbrite.ca. I look forward to
seeing you at this important fundraiser to celebrate another year of fun, festivities, and creativity. Taste of Cathedral is our biggest annual fundraiser, and all proceeds from it go toward keeping the Festival free for all to attend. Connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for artist call-outs, volunteer opportunities, and Festival events. The call for music applications is already up on the CVAF website at www. cvaf.ca and other applications will be posted very soon.
Ward 3 News Fraser, has been instrumental at getting this off the ground. I was proud to have worked with community groups on this issue from day one. Seeing the Action Plan turned into a meaningful City-supported and funded initiative remains one of my priorities.
Andrew Stevens Ward 3 City Councillor And there goes 2017! Boy, that was fast. Last year was one for the record books at City Hall. Two budgets, approval of new residential and industrial concept plans, a set-back with the Waste Water Treatment Plant (see the December 18 Council agenda), and important City initiatives aimed at advancing recommendations stemming
from the Truth and Reconciliation Commission are now under our belt. We’ve also seen the release of Infill Guidelines, which, I hope, will be turned into meaningful changes to our zoning and development bylaws in the near future. In the Fall, Council unanimously approved support for an Action Plan to End Homelessness. Former Ward 3 City Councillor, Shawn
I also want to focus on improving the quality of our walkways in the winter, and will advocate for expanding the amount of sidewalk snow clearing the City is responsible for. Snow angels aren’t enough. This is a matter of realizing the objectives set out in the TMP and of making the City accessible for everyone. In 2018 we also need to get to work crafting progressive bylaws related to cannabis legalization and ride-sharing. Of course, there’s the 2018 budget. The City budget will be released in February before a vote at Council later that month. On February 13 (7PM, St. Mary’s Anglican
Church) I’ll be hosting a town hall to discuss this, and other civic issues. Know that I have no appetite for cuts to services, or a budget that fails to support public and active transportation options, or new landfill diversion initiatives (e.g. curb-side composting), that our community so desperately needs. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! I look forward to seeing many new faces in 2018.
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Snowfighting for Everyone!
EDITOR/PRODUCTION Neil Adams CONTRIBUTORS IN THIS ISSUE Andrew Stevens Trish Elliott Adam Hicks Sheri Florizone PHOTOGRAPHS BY Neil Adams Aidan Morgan NEXT SUBMISSION DEADLINE Vol. 40 issue 2 January 29th, 2018 ADVERTISING RATES: Please call the office for our rates. or cathedralvillage.org/villagevoice
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The opinions expressed in the Village Voice are not necessarily those of the Cathedral Area Community Association. The Village Voice welcomes all letters and submissions. The Editor reserves the right to accept, reject and edit all submissions.
CACA BOARD OF DIRECTORS PRESIDENT Theresa Walter VICE PRESIDENT Krista Schultz TREASURER Brad Olson MEMBERS AT LARGE Alicia Baniulis Brian Fagan Chelsea Flook Jennifer Gray Cheryl Hymus-Fraser Tamara Knight Kate Smart EagleClaw Thom STAFF Deb Jones Linda Rattray Neil Adams The CACA is an elected group of 12 volunteers whose goal is to improve the neighbourhood in every way. The Board meets monthly at the Cathedral Neighbourhood Centre Cathedral Area Community Association 2900 - 13th Avenue Regina, Saskatchewan S4T 1N7 Phone: (306) 569-8755 e-mail: caca@sasktel.net
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by Neil Adams The City of Regina used to run a program that rewarded neighbourhood snow-shovellers know as the “Snowbusters” program. Every winter, you could nominate someone you believed to be a good ‘snowfighter’. This could be your neighbor, who takes good care of the sidewalk, or the guy down the street that shovels that little old lady’s path. Since the Snowbuster program went by the wayside with the most recent round of budget cuts, who do we rely on to help illuminate and reward good shovellers? Do we as a community try to recognize and suitably reward our snow fighting neighbours? As of this writing, I’m sure we’re all relieved to have as little snow as we do, but this is Saskatchewan; there could always be more snow. Any day now, a swirling gale is could bring 2 feet of snow down on us. Then what? Removing snow from sidewalks is a public service. Canada Post
carriers are a brave and hardy lot, but it’s up to us to make their jobs a little easier by clearing the snow from our walkways and making sure they can get at our mailboxes. I myself live on a street with high foot traffic and a fair number of seniors around, so I make sure that my walk is shoveled. Granted, the city ripped up my sidewalk in the fall and never bothered to replace it, so there’s a lumpy, gravelly bit in the middle that I can’t do much about, but I’m trying. Actually, I pay a guy to do my shoveling. He’s nice, he’s got a bad leg, so he’s just the pitchman, but he’s got buddies that do the rest, and they do a good job. So, I guess I’m not a very good snowfighter. My back gate barely opens and my alley is a total mess to the point where I can hardly get the garbage cart out. Home ownership is work, and in Cathedral, the janky sidewalks and alleyways fight back. Here at the Cathedral Neighbourhood Centre we have a great big bucket of sand in our parking lot,
The Adventures of Beardo
by William Bessai-Saul
that’s very nearly full, and is available to anyone in the community. Sure, you could go to a gas station or your local cub scout troop and get a bag of sand, but why not come down to the Centre and grab a pail full? Some of us don’t have the balance and grace of a gazelle, so we need fricative surfaces on which to waddle. If everyone salted and/or sanded the sidewalk in front of their houses I wouldn’t be taking my life into my hands walking (running) to the bus stop in the morning. Some parts of 13th Ave seem to be in a permenant state of slick, black ice and I for one don’t like the idea of looking foolish and spilling my coffee when I inevitably fall on it. Fighting snow is everyone’s responsibility. If you know a good snowfighter on your block, or someone in need of a heroic snow fighter, sound off on our Facebook group, which you can find at www. facebook.com/CathedralAreaCommunityAssociation.
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Regina. Instead of traditional bronze plaques, the place-markers are bright ceramic and metal confections blending the talents of artists Jeannie Mah, Gerry Ruecker, John Reichart, and the late, much-loved Jeannie Straub. You can discover them by surprise or follow a downloadable audio tour via the Cultural Trails website. Other tours on the site include Village Voices, featuring residents’ memories, and tours of the Downtown, North Central and Warehouse neighbourhoods.
A place-marker outside the former home of Western Shoe Repairing, an iconic Cathedral Area business.
by Trish Elliott You may have noticed some colourful place-markers popping up outside Cathedral Village businesses and homes. The signs, sponsored by the Cathedral Village Arts Festival and Heritage Regina, are a unique collaboration between local artists and history buffs. Each one gives passersby a tantalizing bit of neighbourhood history and a web
The Historic Cathedral Village online tour begins at the Rassembler planter at 13th and Albert with information about the first people in the area and the role of Treaty 4 in providing a place for today’s neighbourhood. Visitors can then find their way to sites such as the original Safeway building - today Gale’s Florist - and to a home made from the timbers of a grand hotel that never was. address to learn more: www.reginaculturaltrails.com The idea sprang from meetings between Heritage Regina and the Regina Business Improvement District, which was planning a cultural trailway project for the downtown area.
“In addition to the area’s more well-known heritage buildings, we wanted to shine a light on interesting places that might be overlooked,” says Schmidt. “Places like the old Western Shoe building, for example, are humble but iconic to the streetscape.”
“We thought the Cathedral Area also has stories to tell, and that it could be done in a way that reflects the neighbourhood’s creative spirit,” says Jackie Schmidt, president of Heritage
Heritage Regina would like to see the project grow, now that people can see the prototypes. Residents and business owners are invited to request place-markers for their buildings, and to help conduct the
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historical research - a fascinating way to learn about the people who lived and worked there in the past. It costs $250 to fire, frame and install a sign, made of highly durable materials meant to adorn the location for many years to come. Business operators will have a link to their business included in the online tour, an added bonus. “We don’t exclude buildings by age or official heritage designation, because every place contains a story about the neighbourhood and its residents worth celebrating,” says Schmidt. Anyone interested in obtaining a place-marker should email heritageregina@gmail.com.
School Board Update 1. The public engagement process has now closed in regards to the Davin school name. Our Board is reviewing the results in the February 13th meeting. It is important that this process is well thought out and includes the input and opinions of all stakeholders. By Adam Hicks School Board Trustee I am grateful for Cathedral’s support in so many initiatives that benefit our children. The “Mind Blowing Night” held at Ècole Connaught Community School on November 30th was one of those examples. Thank you! Here are some details and upcoming events I hope to see you at:
2. Community Engagement Forum – January 30th from 7:00pm – 9:00pm at Ècole Harbour Landing School. Basically the AGM of the School Division but with opportunity for community to provide input and discussion into the 2018/19 Budget and help shape our Division. All Trustees and Senior Administration will be in attendance to participate.
3. Speak-Up: Become an Effective Advocate for Students – February 1st from 6:00pm – 9:00pm at Ethel Milliken School. Cost is $20 (half of normal cost). You are your child’s advocate. Gain a better understanding of your child’s educational rights. Learn useful tips and successful approaches from professionals Louise Burridge of OuTcomes Therapy, and Elaine Caswell. 4. Blanket Exercise – February 5th from 6:30pm - 9:00pm at Argyle School. Hosted in the spirit of Truth and Reconciliation. A powerful event of reflection facilitated by Regina Public Schools Staff.
5. Parent Information Forum – April 18th from 7:00pm – 9:00pm at Division Office – 1600 4th Avenue. Topics to be confirmed at a later date. Further event details can be found at www.facebook.com/adamhicksregina. As always, I appreciate your input. Adam Hicks, adam.hicks@rbe. sk.ca 306-527-1240
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2018 Lecture Series CALL FOR PROPOSALS FOR PERFORMERS AT THE 2018 FESTIVAL
Thursday, January 18th, 2018 - 7:00 pm John Robinson Catalogue Houses The Artesian, 2627 13th Ave
Refreshments and Conversation to follow
The Cathedral Village Arts festival invites proposals from performers who are interested in performing at the 27th annual festival, May 21-26th. The CVAF will celebrate “Expect the Unexpected� in the Cathedral Neighbourhood! To apply please fill out the online submission on our website: www.cvaf.ca For additional Information please contact the festival office: cathedralfestival@sasktel.net or phone (306) 569-8744
Tuesday, February 6th, 2018 - 7:00 pm Don Luxton College Avenue Campus Restoration The Artesian, 2627 13th Ave Refreshments and Conversation to follow
Tuesday, February 27th, 2018 - 7:00 pm Dr. Bill Brennan Why Prohibition Failed in Saskatchewan Interactive Lecture
Knox Metropolitan United Church, 2340 Victoria Ave
Beverage event at the Saskatchewan Hotel, 2125 Victoria Ave immediately following lecture
Wednesday , March 14th, 2018 - 7:00 pm
Kenton de Jong, John Robinson, Melissa Munro The Spanish Flu Epidemic Interactive Lecture
First Baptist Church, 2241 Victoria Ave Refreshments and Conversation to follow
STREET FAIR ARTISANS AND FOOD VENDORS
Thursday, April 19th, 2018 - 7:00 pm
The street fair is Saturday May 26th, 2018. Vendor applications will be available online at www.cvaf.ca in early January. The deadline to apply is March 16th, 2018. For additional information contact us by email at: cathedralfestival@sasktel.net OR phone (306) 569-8744
Barry McGinn The Confederation/ Davin Fountain Restoration Cathedral Community Association, 2900 13th Ave Refreshments and Conversation to follow
EVENTS ARE FREE
suggested donation to Heritage Regina $10.00
For further information on all events go to: www.heritageregina.ca
www.facebook.com/HeritageRegina
Declutter and make some cash from toys and clothes your kids have outgrown! From Sleepers to strollers, high-chairs to swim suits, this is a great way to outfit your kids from head to toe without spending a fortune. All items will be in gently used or new condition.
CATHEDRAL NEIGHBOURHOOD CENTRE 2900 13TH AVE
9 ft space rental including one 6 ft table is $15. Please apply by March 20th Additional space/tables available - contact us for rates. For more information contact Linda at (306) 569-8755 or email CACA@Sasktel.net
Admission to the sale is by donation. Everyone is welcome! Donations of clothes and toys can be dropped off at the CACA office. Funds raised through table rentals will go towards Cathedral Area Community Association programming and events.
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Winter Adult Yoga Classes
ASHTANGA PRIMARY SERIES PRACTICE YOGA (permission from Lesley required) Winter Class Option 1: Mondays, 6:00 to 7:45 am, January 22 to April 23, excluding April 9 (12 classes) Cost: $30.00 or free with Mysore Yoga No Trial Class Winter Class Option 2: Fridays, 6:00 to 7:45 am, January 26 to April 20, excluding April 6 (12 classes) Cost: $30.00 or free with Mysore Yoga Free Trial Class Friday, January 5, 6:00 to 7:45 am ASHTANGA VINYASA YOGA & PRANAYAMA Winter Class Option 1: Mondays, 5:30 to 6:45 pm, January 22 to April 23, excluding April 9 (12 classes) Cost: $90.00, Drop-in: $13.00, space permitting No Trial Class Winter Class Option 2: Wednesdays, 5:30 to 6:45 pm, January 24 to April 18 (13 classes) Cost: $95.00, Drop-in: $13.00, space permitting Free Trial Class Wednesday, January 3. 5:30 to 6:45 pm (10 classes)
CHILL OUT BEFORE YOU GO OUT YOGA Winter Class: Fridays, 5:30 to 6:30 pm, January 26 to April 20, excluding April 6 (12 classes) Cost: $80.00, Drop-in: $10.00, space permitting Free Trial Class Friday, January 5, 5:30 to 6:30pm, space permitting MYSORE ASHTANGA VINYASA YOGA Winter Class Option 1: Tuesdays, 6:00 to 7:45 am, January 23 to April 17 (13 classes) Cost: $95.00 or $170 for Thursday Mysore Yoga class as well, Dropin: $13.00, space permitting Free Trial Class Tuesday, January 2, 6:00 to 7:45 am, space permitting Winter Class Option 2: Thursdays, 6:00 to 7:45 am, January 25 to April 19 (13 classes) Cost: $95.00 or $170 for Tuesday Mysore Yoga class as well, Dropin: $13.00, space permitting Free Trial Class Tuesday, January 4, 6:00 to 7:45 am, space permitting YIN YOGA Winter Class Option 1: Wednesdays, 7:15 to 8:30 pm, January 24 to April 18 (13 classes) Cost: $95.00, Drop-in: $13.00, space permitting Free Trial Class Wednesday, January 5, 7:15 to 8:30 pm, space permitting
Winter Class Option 2: Saturdays, 2:15 to 3:30 pm, January 26 to April 20 (12 classes) Cost: $80.00, Drop-in: $13.00, space permitting No Trial Class YOGA WITH A CHAIR, AKA 55+ YOGA Winter Class Option 1: Mondays, 10:30 to 11:30 am, January 22 to April 23, excluding April 9 Cost: $80.00, no drop ins No Trial Class Winter Class Option 2: Wednesdays, 10:30 to 11:30 am, January 24 to April 18 Cost: $85.00, no drop ins Free Trial Class Wednesday, January 3, 10:30 to 11:30 am, space permitting Winter Class Option 3: Thursdays, 10:30 to 11:30 am, January 25 to April 19 Cost: $85.00, no drop ins Free Trial Class Thursday, January 4, 10:30 to 11:30 am, space permitting BEGINNER YOGA is for anyone as you work at your own pace and ability. Please bring your own yoga mat and wear comfortable clothing. 3 class times to choose from.
Winter Class Option 1: Tuesdays: 5:30 to 6:45 pm, January 9 to April 24 (16 classes) Cost: $128.00, Drop-in $10.00, space permitting Winter Class Option 2: Tuesdays: 7:00 to 8:15 pm, January 9 to April 24 (16 classes) Cost: $128.00, Drop-in $10.00, space permitting Winter Class Option 3: Saturdays: 9:00 to 10:15 am, January 13 to April 28 (16 classes) Cost: $128.00, Drop-in $10.00, space permitting Winter Class Option 4: Saturdays: 10:30 to 11:45 am, January 13 to April 28 (16 classes) Cost: $128.00, Drop-in $10.00, space permitting Spring class dates to be determined. Please register on January 9th from 7:00 to 8:00 pm at the Cathedral Neighbourhood Centre. After January 11th, please register with the appropriate teacher. Terri Keith at terri@accesscomm. ca (Beginner Yoga) Lesley Farley at farmerfarley73@ yahoo.ca (all other yoga) All classes are held at the Cathedral Neighbourhood Centre and are 18+ years.
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Winter Programming Preschool: Kids Creative Movement (4 to 6 years) Young movers will build their movement vocabulary and develop body-awareness in a fun and exciting atmosphere. Students will explore basic dance concepts through stories, art, music, and structured improvisation. This ten-week session is geared toward those with a big imagination and an interest in movement. Saturdays, January 20 to March 24 1:00 to 2:00 pm Cathedral Neighbourhood centre $50.00 Parent & Tot Free Play (1 to 5 years) Toys, tents and other fun things are provided in a gym for the kids to run around in. Parental supervision required. Please register. Tuesdays, January 2 to June 26 10:00 to 10:45 am Cathedral Neighbourhood centre Free
Children: Bringing New Canadians Together: Song & Dance (5 to 14 years) Winter Class: Thursdays, January 11 to March 29 6:00 to 8:00 pm Cathedral Neighbourhood centre $85.00 Fencing (8 to 12 years)
Tuesdays, January 23 to April 10, excluding February 20 & April 3 6:30 to 7:30 pm Cochrane High School $75.00 Kids Creative Movement (4 to 6 years) Young movers will build their movement vocabulary and develop body-awareness in a fun and exciting atmosphere. Students will explore basic dance concepts through stories, art, music, and structured improvisation. This ten-week session is geared toward those with a big imagination and an interest in movement. Saturdays, January 20 to March 24 1:00 to 2:00 pm Cathedral Neighbourhood centre $50.00 Kids Art: Draw and Paint a Canvas to Take Home (8 to 10 years) Sunday, January 14: Self Portrait: Falling Back into Space February 11: Child with Watercolour Blow Art Hair with Hearts March 11: Dog Sunset Silhouette Sign up for all three classes or just one or two. Each class will have different subject material to be determined at a later date. 1:00 to 3:00 pm Cathedral Neighbourhood centre $35.00 each class Teen: NEW! Bannock Making (16+
years) Make bannock to take home for supper! Please bring a large bowl, an apron, a square or round pizza pan and a rolling pin. Sunday, January 21 3:30 to 5:00 pm Cathedral Neighbourhood centre $5.00 Bringing New Canadians Together: Song & Dance (5 to 14 years) Winter Class: Thursdays, January 11 to March 29 6:00 to 8:00 pm Cathedral Neighbourhood centre $85.00 Adult: NEW! Bannock Making (16+ years) Make bannock to take home for supper! Please bring a large bowl, an apron, a square or round pizza pan and a rolling pin. Sunday, January 21 3:30 to 5:00 pm Cathedral Neighbourhood centre $5.00 Book Club (18+ years) Every third Thursday, January 18 to June 14 2:00 to 3:30 pm Cathedral Neighbourhood centre Free Cribbage & Coffee Come hang out, eat cookies, drink
coffee & play some Crib! Last Tuesday of every month, January 30 to June 26 2:00 to 3:30 Cathedral Neighbourhood centre Free Spanish: Beginner (18+ years) Tuesdays, January 23 to April 10 7:00 to 8:30 pm Holy Rosary School $75.00 Tai Chi Chih: Joy through Movement (18+ years) Winter Class: Mondays, 7:00 to 8:00 pm, January 22 to March 26 Cathedral Neighbourhood Centre Free Trial Class Monday, January 15, 7:00 to 8:00 pm $70
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TAS TE OF AN EVENING OF GOURMET DELIGHTS, SILENT AUCTION + LIVE MUSIC
SATURDAY FEBRUARY 3RD AT 6PM at the Italian Club corner of Connaught St & 13th Ave — west of the Lewvan
Tickets: $20
AVAILABLE FROM: Dessart Sweets—3036 13th Avenue (cash or cheques made out to CVAF only) Eventbrite.ca (See our event at www.facebook.com/CVAFregina) TASTING TICKETS $1 EACH, AVAILABLE AT THE EVENT
5:30 PM: DOORS OPEN 6-8:30 PM: FOOD TASTINGS 6-9:30 PM: SILENT AUCTION including items from local artists and businesses LIVE MUSIC Ava Wild CASH BAR
www.cvaf.ca e:cathedralfestival@sasktel.net t: 306-569-8744 All proceeds go to support Cathedral Village Arts Festival
FOOD TASTINGS FROM: • Cathedral Social Hall • Cuppa T • • From Kathy’s Kitchen • • Fiesta Filipino Pastry • • 13th Ave Food + Coffee House • • Shannon’s Pub & Grill • • Sinfully Sweet Cathedral Bakery • • The Creek in Cathedral Bistro •
Have you or your neighbours been victims of graffiti on your property? We want to hear from you. Go to our website (www.cathedralvillage.org) or our facebook page (www.facebook.com/ CathedralAreaCommunityAssociation) and find our survey! It will take 2 minutes and will help us craft a community based graffiti remediation policy.