June 2024 Recreation and Culture Guide

ABOUT THE POOLS - NEW CHANGES

Our top priority is to provide a safe and enjoyable experience at our facilities. Safety is paramount when it comes to pools and waterslides, and taking necessary precautions can greatly minimize the chances of accidents and injuries. This summer, our Recreation Excellence leadership team aims to emphasize the importance of implementing proper safety measures, waterslide rules, preventing contamination, and following facility policies.

Water slides add a huge element of fun to swimming pools, but to ensure the good times last, safety must always be the first consideration. In accordance with the manufacturer rules and best practices the waterslides are ONE RIDER SLIDES, the slider must be 42 inches tall and able to ride in a supine position.

Why am I not allowed to ride double with my child on the waterslide?

The force and speed of a double rider can cause riders to be ejected from the slide or lose control during the ride and collide with each other. The increased speed may make it more difficult to control movements and react to unexpected situations, leading to injuries and accidents.

In the event of an emergency or if one rider becomes distressed or disoriented during the ride, the presence of a second rider can complicate the situation. It may be challenging to provide immediate assistance or evacuate both riders safely, potentially delaying rescue efforts and increasing the risk of further harm.

We appreciate your understanding as we make great efforts to ensure all guests enjoy a safe ride on the waterslides.

Can I use the Splash Pad area with my kids?

The slides are for children 10 years of age and younger. Parents are more than welcome to assist their children on the splash pad structure; however, parents are not permitted to ride down the slide on the splash pad structure.

What is a safety check?

Staff will inspect the pool basin for hazards and contamination. Safety checks are conducted at 3:30pm and 6:30pm and require everyone to come out of the water and stay behind the “yellow line” for 10 – 15 minutes. We recommend taking this time to hydrate, re-apply sunscreen, or use the washroom.

What is a bag check?

Our facility strictly enforces policies and rules, such as bag checks, to maintain a secure environment for all visitors. Conducting bag checks at entry helps prevent prohibited and restricted items from entering the premises, to ensure our guests have a safe and fun overall experience.

Why can’t I go swimming right after eating food?

We advise you to wait at least 15 – 20 minutes after eating before you enter the pool. This allows your body to properly digest food and prevent fecal and vomit contaminations. By following these guidelines, we can collectively maintain a clean and healthy swimming environment for everyone to enjoy.

How can I find out more information?

You are welcome to send us an email at leth@recreationexcellence.com or contact our facility for any further questions you may have.

Stan Siwik Pool: 1901 15 Ave N

Nicholas Sheran Pool: 401 Laval Blvd W

Fritz Sick Pool: 420 11 St S

Swim Instructors are responsible for teaching and evaluating candidates participating in the Swim for Life and Canadian Swim Patrol programs. The course prepares instructors to apply level 1 leadership competencies and strategies designed to teach swimming and lifesaving.

Prerequisite(s): Must be 15 years old and hold Bronze Cross or higher

8 & 9

This 20 hour course prepares candidates an understanding of the lifesaving principles in the four components of water rescue education: judgement, knowledge, skills and fitness.

Prerequisite(s): Must be 13 years old and hold CPR-C. *Note: Bronze

seperately from Bronze Cross.

July 10 Wed 1:00pm-5:00pm

This 20 hour course begins the transition from lifesaving to lifeguarding and prepares candidates for responsibilities as a lifeguard.

Prerequisite(s): Must be 13 years old, hold a Bronze Medallion (need not be current) and Intermediate First Aid CPR-C & AED (must be current) is required.

19 - 23

This 40 hour course will certify successful candidates with the NLS Pool option award.

Prerequisite(s): Must be 15 years old, hold a Bronze Cross & Standard First Aid CPR-C Certification.

*Note: Please bring proof of IFA CPR-C to first class.

Basic First Aid and caregiving skills for youth 11-15 years old. During this 8 hour course participants will learn how to provide care to younger children in a variety of age groups and how to prevent and respond to emergencies.

27 & 28

Intermediate First Aid (previously called Standard) provides comprehensive training covering all aspects of first aid and CPR. This course is for those who want an in-depth understanding of first aid such as: medical/legal aspects, spinal injuries, environmental injuries, bone and joint injuries, abdominal and chest injuries, burns, and medical emergencies.

*Note: Includes CPR-C and AED certification. Current for 3 years

Intermediate First Aid Recertification (previously called Standard) is a challenge of both theory and practical examination of all skills. Individuals using another Alberta workplace approved standard first aid as a prerequisite to recertify must provide proof of current certification in order to be eligible to recertify (e.g. copy of certification card).

Individuals who are no longer current cannot recertify, must attend original course. Individuals who are unsuccessful in completing an Intermediate Recertification course are required to complete an original course.

Prerequisite(s): Must bring current Intermediate First Aid Certification to course.

Lifesaving Instructor

$175.00

The Lifesaving Instructor course prepares individuals to apply level 1 leadership competencies and strategies designed to plan, teach and evaluate swimming and lifesaving. Candidates are able to teach the following programs: Canadian Swim Patrol Program, Bronze Star, Bronze Medallion, Bronze Cross, Lifesaving Fitness, Distinction, Basic and Emergency First Aid, and CPR-A, CPR-B and CPR-C.

Prerequisite(s): Must be 15 years old and Bronze Cross or higher and Intermediate First Aid CPR-C & AED

FRITZ SICK LEISURE CENTRE SCHEDULE

HENDERSON OUTDOOR POOL SCHEDULE

10am - 12pm School Rental

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Note: *Aqua Fit, Aqua Jog, Aqua Zumba and *AHS Therapy start July 2nd, 2024

- 12pm School Rental

*CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC* 10am - 12pm School Rental June 10 - 27 *CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC* 10am - 12pm School Rental

June 10 - 27

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Hours *Modified Hours *Modified Hours *Modified Hours *Modified Hours *Modified Hours *Modified Hours

- 7pm

Schedule Notes

Modified Public Hours - June 10th - 27th, 2024

Regular Hours - June 28th, 29th, 30th - OPEN SWIM 12pm - 8pm

Fit Classes & Aqua Therapy - Begin July 2nd, 2024

Canada Day - July 1st, 2024 - OPEN 1pm - 7pm

Summer Lessons - Begin July 2nd, 2024

Private Rentals - Visit RecEx.ca/Lethbridge to view our Birthday and Event Bookings. 9-10:15a

NICHOLAS SHERAN LEISURE CENTRE SCHEDULE

JUNE 1 - 23, 2024

Summer Lesson Registration - Open June 4th, 2024 9:00 am *Spring 2024 Swim Lessons - Last week June 17th - June 22nd

Alternate Schedule - June 24th - June 30th - Visit RecEx.ca/Lethbridge to view alternate schedule. Private Rentals - Visit RecEx.ca/Lethbridge to view our Birthday and Event Bookings.

STAN SIWIK LEISURE CENTRE SCHEDULE

Henderson Outdoor Pool Swimming Lessons

AQUATICS

Parent & Tot 1 18527 10:30am - 11:00am 18544 10:30am - 11:00am 18558 10:30am - 11:00am 18573 10:30am - 11:00am

4 mos - 18 mos

$58.00

Parent & Tot 2/3 18515 10:00am - 10:30am 18545 10:00am - 10:30am 18559 10:00am - 10:30am 18574 10:00am - 10:30am

18 mos - 2.9 yrs

$58.00

Pre-School 1 18516 9:00am - 9:30am 18546 9:00am - 9:30am 18560 9:00am - 9:30am 18575 9:00am - 9:30am

3 yrs - 5 yrs 18530 10:00am - 10:30am 18548 10:00am - 10:30am 18562 10:00am - 10:30am 18577 10:00am - 10:30am

$58.00 18529 10:30am - 11:00am 18547 10:30am - 11:00am 18561 10:30am - 11:00am 18576 10:30am - 11:00am

Pre-School 2 18519 9:00am - 9:30am 18549 9:00am - 9:30am 18563 9:00am - 9:30am 18578 9:00am - 9:30am

3 yrs - 5 yrs

$58.00

Pre-School 3/4 18532 9:30am - 10:00am 18550 9:30am - 10:00am 18564 9:30am - 10:00am 18579 9:30am - 10:00am

3 yrs - 5 yrs

$58.00

Pre-School 5 18533 10:30am - 11:00am 18551 10:30am - 11:00am 18565 10:30am - 11:00am 18580 10:30am - 11:00am

3 yrs - 5 yrs

$58.00

Swimmer 1 18537 9:00am - 9:30am 18553 9:00am - 9:30am 18569 9:00am - 9:30am 18582 9:00am - 9:30am

3 yrs - 5 yrs 18554 10:00am - 10:30am 18583 10:00am - 10:30am

$58.00

Swimmer 2 18523 9:30am - 10:00am 18555 9:30am - 10:00am 18570 9:30am - 10:00am 18584 9:30am - 10:00am

6 yrs - 14 yrs

$58.00

Swimmer 3 18525 9:30am - 10:00am 18556 9:30am - 10:00am 18571 9:30am - 10:00am 18585 9:30am - 10:00am

6 yrs - 14 yrs

$58.00

Swimmer 4 18541 10:00am - 10:30am 18572 10:00am - 10:30am

6 yrs - 14 yrs

$58.00

Swimmer 5 18542 9:45am - 10:30am 18586 9:45am - 10:15am

6 yrs - 14 yrs

$62.50

Swimmer 6

6 yrs - 14 yrs

$62.50

9:00am - 9:45am

Canadian Rookie Patrol 18535 9:00am - 9:45am 18567 9:00am - 9:45am

*must complete Swimmer 6

$62.50

Canadian Ranger Patrol 18534 9:45am - 10:15am 18566 9:45am - 10:30am

*must complete Rookie Patrol

$62.50

*must complete Ranger Patrol

$62.50

9:00am - 9:45am

AQUATICS

Nicholas Sheran Swimming Lessons

Summer 2024

July 2nd - August 23rd, 2024 No Lessons August 5th, 2024

1 Session 2 Session 3 Session 4 July 2nd - 12th July 15th - 26th July 29th - August 9th August 12th - 23rd

Parent & Tot 1 18600 9:30am - 10:00am 18647 9:30am - 10:00am 18953 9:30am - 10:00am 18717 9:30am - 10:00am

4 mos - 18 mos 18601 4:00pm - 4:30pm 18947 3:30pm - 4:00pm 18957 3:30pm - 4:00pm 18979 4:00pm - 4:30pm

$58.00 Parent & Tot 2/3 18629 11:00am - 11:30am 18648 10:00am - 10:30am 18682 10:00am - 10:30am 18969 10:00am - 10:30am 18 mos - 2.9 yrs 18602 4:30pm - 5:00pm 18949 4:00pm - 4:30pm 18956 11:30am - 12:00pm 18718 4:30pm - 5:00pm

$58.00 18960 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Pre-School 1 18606 9:00am - 9:30am 18652 9:00am - 9:30am 18686 9:00am - 9:30am 18720 9:30am - 10:00am

3 yrs - 5 yrs 18604 9:30am - 10:00am 18651 9:30am - 10:00am 18683 10:00am - 10:30am 18719 10:00am - 10:30am

$58.00 18603 10:00am - 10:30am 18649 10:00am - 10:30am 18684 11:00am - 11:30am 18964 10:30am - 11:00am 18605 11:30am - 12:00pm 18944 10:30am - 11:00am 18685 11:30am - 12:00pm 18970 10:30am - 11:00am 18609 3:30pm - 4:00pm 18650 11:00am - 11:30am 18693 4:00pm - 4:30pm 18721 11:30am - 12:00pm 18607 4:00pm - 4:30pm 18948 3:30pm - 4:00pm 18961 4:30pm - 5:00pm 18722 4:00pm - 4:30pm 18610 4:30pm - 5:00pm 18653 4:00pm - 4:30pm 18687 5:00pm - 5:30pm 18980 4:30pm - 5:00pm 18608 5:00pm - 5:30pm 18655 4:30pm - 5:00pm 18688 5:30pm - 6:00pm 18723 5:30pm - 6:00pm 18611 5:30pm - 6:00pm 18654 5:00pm - 5:30pm 18976 5:30pm - 6:00pm 18656 5:30pm - 6:00pm 18977 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Pre-School 2 18620 11:00am - 11:30am 18945 11:00am - 11:30am 18689 11:30am - 12:00pm 18968 9:00am - 9:30am

3 yrs - 5 yrs 18612 11:30am - 12:00pm 18657 11:30am - 12:00pm 18690 3:30pm - 4:00pm 18965 11:00am - 11:30am

$58.00 18613 3:30pm - 4:00pm 18658 3:30pm - 4:00pm 18704 5:00pm - 5:30pm 18724 11:30am - 12:00pm 18643 4:30pm - 5:00pm 18663 6:00pm - 6:30pm 18725 3:30pm - 4:00pm 18975 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Pre-School 3/4 18617 9:30am - 10:00am 18661 10:00am - 10:30am 18958 3:30pm - 4:00pm 18967 9:00am - 9:30am

3 yrs - 5 yrs 18614 10:30am - 11:00am 18659 10:30am - 11:00am 18691 4:00pm - 4:30pm 18726 10:30am - 11:00am

$58.00 18615 4:00pm - 4:30pm 18660 4:00pm - 4:30pm 18727 4:00pm - 4:30pm 18664 5:30pm - 6:00pm 18973 4:30pm - 5:00pm

Pre-School 5 18616 10:00am - 10:30am 18981 11:30am - 12:00pm 18952 9:00am - 9:30am 18728 10:00am - 10:30am

3 yrs - 5 yrs 18621 11:00am - 11:30am 18662 4:00pm - 4:30pm 18692 10:00am - 10:30am 18978 3:30pm - 4:00pm

$58.00 18632 5:00pm - 5:30pm 18950 4:30pm - 5:00pm 18694 4:30pm - 5:00pm

Swimmer 1 18622 9:00am - 9:30am 18665 9:00am - 9:30am 18954 9:00am - 9:30am 18730 9:30am - 10:00am

3 yrs - 5 yrs 18618 10:00am - 10:30am 18941 9:00am - 9:30am 18696 9:30am - 10:00am 18729 10:30am - 11:00am

$58.00 18623 10:30am - 11:00am 18666 10:30am - 11:00am 18695 10:30am - 11:00am 18966 11:30am - 12:00pm 18626 4:30pm - 5:00pm 18946 11:30am - 12:00pm 18698 4:30pm - 5:00pm 18971 3:30pm - 4:00pm 18627 5:00pm - 5:30pm 18668 4:30pm - 5:00pm 18699 5:00pm - 5:30pm 18732 4:30pm - 5:00pm 18625 5:30pm - 6:00pm 18669 5:00pm - 5:30pm 18697 5:30pm - 6:00pm 18731 5:00pm - 5:30pm 18628 6:00pm - 6:30pm 18667 5:30pm - 6:00pm 18700 6:00pm - 6:30pm 18733 6:00pm - 6:30pm 18670 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Swimmer 2 18631 10:30am - 11:00am 18671 9:30am - 10:00am 18703 10:30am - 11:00am 18734 11:00am - 11:30am

6 yrs - 14 yrs 18630 11:30am - 12:00pm 18673 10:30am - 11:00am 18701 11:00am - 11:30am 18972 4:00pm - 4:30pm

$58.00 18635 4:00pm - 4:30pm 18672 11:00am - 11:30am 18702 11:30am - 12:00pm 18735 5:00pm - 5:30pm 18634 5:30pm - 6:00pm 18674 5:00pm - 5:30pm 18707 4:00pm - 4:30pm 18736 5:30pm - 6:00pm 18633 6:00pm - 6:30pm 18675 6:00pm - 6:30pm 18706 5:30pm - 6:00pm 18705 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Swimmer 3 18637 9:00am - 9:30am 18678 11:30am - 12:00pm 18708 9:00am - 9:30am 18737 9:00am - 9:30am

6 yrs - 14 yrs 18638 11:30am - 12:00pm 18676 3:30pm - 4:00pm 18711 9:30am - 10:00am 18738 11:00am - 11:30am

$58.00 18639 3:30pm - 4:00pm 18677 6:00pm - 6:30pm 18709 11:00am - 11:30am 18739 11:30am - 12:00pm 18640 6:00pm - 6:30pm 18959 3:30pm - 4:00pm 18740 3:30pm - 4:00pm 18710 6:00pm - 6:30pm 18741 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Swimmer 4 18642 10:30am-11:00am 18679 11:00am - 11:30am 18713 10:30am-11:00am 18742 11:00am - 11:30am

6 yrs - 14 yrs 18641 11:00am - 11:30am 18680 4:30pm - 5:00pm 18712 11:00am - 11:30am

$58.00 18636 3:30pm - 4:00pm 18714 4:30pm - 5:00pm

Swimmer 5 18644 9:00am - 9:45am 18942 9:00am - 9:45am 18716 9:30am - 10:15am 18963 9:00am - 9:45am

6 yrs - 14 yrs 18645 5:00pm - 5:45pm 18681 5:00pm - 5:45pm 18715 5:00pm - 5:45pm 18743 5:00pm - 5:45pm

$62.50

Swimmer 6 18619 9:45am - 10:30am 18943 9:45am - 10:30am 18995 10:15am - 11:00am 18744 9:45am - 10:30am

6 yrs - 14 yrs 18646 5:45pm - 6:30pm 18951 5:45pm - 6:30pm 18962 5:45pm - 6:30pm 18745 5:45pm - 6:30pm

$62.50

AQUATICS

Stan Siwik Swimming Lessons

Summer 2024

Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 Session 4 July 2nd - 12th July 15th - 26th July 29th - August 9th August 12th - 23rd

Parent & Tot 1 18746 9:30am - 10:00am 18809 9:30am - 10:00am 18853 9:30am - 10:00am 18897 9:30am - 10:00am

4 mos - 18 mos 18803 4:00pm - 4:30pm 18810 4:00pm - 4:30pm 18854 4:00pm - 4:30pm 18898 4:00pm - 4:30pm

$58.00

Parent & Tot 2/3 18752 11:30am - 12:00pm 18811 11:30am - 12:00pm 18855 11:30am - 12:00pm 18899 11:30am - 12:00pm 18 mos - 2.9 yrs 18753 4:30pm - 5:00pm 18812 4:30pm - 5:00pm 18856 4:30pm - 5:00pm 18900 4:30pm - 5:00pm

$58.00

Pre-School 1 18748 10:00am - 10:30am 18814 10:00am - 10:30am 18858 10:00am - 10:30am 18902 10:00am - 10:30am

3 yrs - 5 yrs 18747 10:30am - 11:00am 18813 10:30am - 11:00am 18857 10:30am - 11:00am 18901 10:30am - 11:00am

$58.00 18749 11:00am - 11:30am 18815 11:00am - 11:30am 18859 11:00am - 11:30am 18903 11:00am - 11:30am 18751 4:30pm - 5:00pm 18817 4:30pm - 5:00pm 18861 4:30pm - 5:00pm 18405 4:30pm - 5:00pm 18750 5:30pm - 6:00pm 18816 5:30pm - 6:00pm 18860 5:30pm - 6:00pm 18904 5:30pm - 6:00pm

Pre-School 2 18754 10:30am - 11:00am 18818 10:30am - 11:00am 18862 10:30am - 11:00am 18906 10:30am - 11:00am

3 yrs - 5 yrs 18755 11:00am - 11:30am 18819 11:00am - 11:30am 18863 11:00am - 11:30am 18907 11:00am - 11:30am

$58.00 18808 11:00am - 11:30am 18823 11:00am - 11:30am 18867 11:00am - 11:30am 18911 11:00am - 11:30am 18756 11:30am - 12:00pm 18820 11:30am - 12:00pm 18864 11:30am - 12:00pm 18908 11:30am - 12:00pm 18757 3:30pm - 4:00pm 18821 3:30pm - 4:00pm 18865 3:30pm - 4:00pm 18909 3:30pm - 4:00pm 18758 5:30pm - 6:00pm 18822 5:30pm - 6:00pm 18866 5:30pm - 6:00pm 18910 5:30pm - 6:00pm

Pre-School 3/4 18759 10:30am - 11:00am 18824 10:30am - 11:00am 18868 10:30am - 11:00am 18912 10:30am - 11:00am

3 yrs - 5 yrs 18760 11:00am - 11:30am 18825 11:00am - 11:30am 18869 11:00am - 11:30am 18913 11:00am - 11:30am

$58.00 18807 5:00pm - 5:30pm 18827 5:00pm - 5:30pm 18871 5:00pm - 5:30pm 18915 5:00pm - 5:30pm 18774 6:00pm - 6:30pm 18826 6:00pm - 6:30pm 18870 6:00pm - 6:30pm 18914 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Pre-School 5 18777 9:30am - 10:00am 18829 9:30am - 10:00am 18873 9:30am - 10:00am 18917 9:30am - 10:00am

3 yrs - 5 yrs 18761 10:30am - 11:00am 18828 10:30am - 11:00am 18872 10:30am - 11:00am 18916 10:30am - 11:00am

$58.00 18805 5:00pm - 5:30pm 18830 5:00pm - 5:30pm 18874 5:00pm - 5:30pm 18918 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Swimmer 1 18764 9:00am - 9:30am 18834 9:00am - 9:30am 18878 9:00am - 9:30am 18922 9:00am - 9:30am

3 yrs - 5 yrs 18765 10:00am - 10:30am 18835 10:00am - 10:30am 18879 10:00am - 10:30am 18923 10:00am - 10:30am

$58.00 18766 11:30am - 12:00pm 18836 11:30am - 12:00pm 18880 11:30am - 12:00pm 18924 11:30am - 12:00pm 18769 3:30pm - 4:00pm 18838 3:30pm - 4:00pm 18882 3:30pm - 4:00pm 18926 3:30pm - 4:00pm 18767 6:00pm - 6:30pm 18837 6:00pm - 6:30pm 18881 6:00pm - 6:30pm 18925 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Swimmer 2 18770 9:00am - 9:30am 18839 9:00am - 9:30am 18883 9:00am - 9:30am 18927 9:00am - 9:30am

6 yrs - 14 yrs 18771 11:30am - 12:00pm 18840 11:30am - 12:00pm 18884 11:30am - 12:00pm 18928 11:30am - 12:00pm

$58.00 18772 4:00pm - 4:30pm 18841 4:00pm - 4:30pm 18885 4:00pm - 4:30pm 18929 4:00pm - 4:30pm 18773 5:30pm - 6:00pm 18842 5:30pm - 6:00pm 18886 5:30pm - 6:00pm 18930 5:30pm - 6:00pm

Swimmer 3 18775 9:00am - 9:30am 18843 9:00am - 9:30am 18887 9:00am - 9:30am 18931 9:00am - 9:30am

6 yrs - 14 yrs 18776 9:30am - 10:00am 18844 9:30am - 10:00am 18888 9:30am - 10:00am 18932 9:30am - 10:00am

$58.00 18778 5:00pm - 5:30pm 18845 5:00pm - 5:30pm 18889 5:00pm - 5:30pm 18933 5:00pm - 5:30pm 18806 6:00pm - 6:30pm 18846 6:00pm - 6:30pm 18890 6:00pm - 6:30pm 18934 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Swimmer 4 18779 10:00am - 10:30pm 18847 10:00am - 10:30am 18891 10:00am - 10:30am 18935 10:00am - 10:30am

6 yrs - 14 yrs 18780 5:45pm - 6:15 18848 5:45pm - 6:15pm 18892 5:45pm - 6:15pm 18936 5:45pm - 6:15pm

$58.00

Swimmer 5 18781 9:00am - 9:45am 18849 9:00am - 9:45am 18893 9:00am - 9:45am 18937 9:00am - 9:45am

6 yrs - 14 yrs 18782 3:30pm - 4:15pm 18850 3:30pm - 4:15pm 18894 3:30pm - 4:15pm 18938 3:30pm - 4:15pm

$62.50

Swimmer 6 18804 9:45am - 10:30am 18852 9:45am - 10:30am 18896 9:45am - 10:30am 18940 9:45am - 10:30am

6 yrs - 14 yrs 18783 4:15pm - 5:00pm 18851 4:15pm - 5:00pm 18895 4:15pm - 5:00pm 18939 4:15pm - 5:00pm

$62.50

Canadian Rookie Patrol 18768 3:30pm - 4:15pm 18832 3:30pm - 4:15pm 18876 3:30pm - 4:15pm 18920 3:30pm - 4:15pm

*complete Swimmer 6 $62.50

Canadian Ranger Patrol 18762 4:15pm - 5:00pm 18831 4:15pm - 5:00pm 18875 4:15pm - 5:00pm 18919 4:15pm - 5:00pm

*complete Rookie Patrol $62.50

Canadian Star Patrol 18763 5:00pm - 5:45pm 18833 5:00pm - 5:45pm 18877 5:00pm - 5:45pm 18921 5:00pm - 5:45pm

*complete Ranger Patrol $62.50

Stan Siwik 1901 15 Ave N 403-320-3046

July 2nd - August 23rd, 2024 No Lessons August 5th, 2024 To register online go to lethbridge.ca/swimming or recex.ca/lethbridge

Anniversary of Fort Macleod

From July 1 to 3, 1924, the community of Macleod celebrated its 50 th anniversary and used the opportunity to showcase its founding in the fall of 1874 as a North-west Mounted Police fort.

The Lethbridge Herald reported that 15,000 people attended Macleod’s 1924 Jubilee, 5000 of whom were from Lethbridge.

While many Lethbridgians likely made their way to Macleod by car or train, Mayor Hardie was flown to Macleod by Jock Palmer, as seen in the accompanying photograph.

There were many events in Macleod over those three days including a pageant that depicted the history of the town and a parade which showcased many aspects of that history, including a large contingent of Mounted Police veterans.

This year Fort Macleod is gearing up for its 150th celebration with many activities, concerts and more. Hopefully it will be a celebration to be remembered, just like the 1924 ones.

Lethbridge Historical Society

facebook.com/LethbridgeHistoricalSociety/ Instagram @lethbridgehistorysociety Email info@lethbridgehistory.org

Photos: 1924 celebrations in Fort Macleod for the community’s 50 th and Mayor Hardie by airplane that flew him to Macleod in 1924.

AMPS SUMMER a rt AT CASA

Check Out These Great Youth Classes for Ages 12-16

Painting Big - Mural Intensive S1: July 9 - 12, S2: August 20 - 23

AP Creators Camp: Dance + Media

July 15 - 19

Printmaking Intensive

August 6 - 9

Ceramic Intensive August 6 - 9

Classes for ages 6 - 9 and 9 - 12 are filliing quickly! Call today to inquire about full availabilities! Call 403.327.2272 to register!

Opening Night: June 15th at 7pm

EXHIBITION RUN

June 15 - August 24, 2024

Main Gallery: Seam Stress - Alicia Barbieri

Main Gallery: held on for dear life - Cindy Baker

Project Space: It's All Mental. It's All Physical - Jane O’Connor

Passage Gallery: Chromatic Marrow - Saturna Bueckert

Concourse Gallery: Durch Mein Fenster - Susie Thursby

Saokitapi Gallery: Niitsi’powahsinni (The Words That Carry the Breath of Our Ancestors) - Amber Weasel Head

Platform: Dream Language - Jennessa Bates

Rotary Square & Rotary Square Kiosks*

Roots/Routes - Be.Trit (Bryan Faubert & Nicole Tritter)

*Limited Access - visit casalethbridge.ca for details

HANDS-ON HISTORY

Sat 01 | 1–3 PM

JUNE 2024 EVENTS & PROGRAMS

Plant hanging macrame fun with Mossy Island Creations

interactive | all ages | children with caregiver | registration required

INDIGENOUS HISTORY AT THE GALT

Thu 06, 13, 20, 27 | 5:30–8 PM

Blackfoot Language Class all ages | supper provided every session | online and in-person | free admission

CREATIVE COMMUNITY

Tue 11 | 10:30–11:30 pm

Plant Hanging Macrame adults and seniors | registration not required

ARCHIVES

Fri 14 | 3–4 PM

From Virtual to Reality with Tess McNaughton archives topics and presenters | adults and seniors

SPECIAL EVENTS

Fri 14 | 6–8 PM

Pride Paint & Sip with Sarah Peace

adults and seniors | registration required l $10/person

Wed 19 | 6–7:15 PM

Queer Historical

Walking Tour all ages | registration required | $10/ticket

INDIGENOUS HISTORY AT FORT WHOOP-UP

Sat 15 | 10 AM–noon

Tipi Raising with Elder Charlie Fox all ages | free admission Fri 21 | 10 AM–7 PM

Indigenous People’s Day Celebration: Traditional Lands and Food all ages | free admission

Sat 22 | 9–11 AM

Pemmican Workshop with Charlie Russell all ages | registration encouraged

www.galtmuseum.com/calendar

Harley Morman, Grade 11 (detail), lenticular photograph, 2021. Collection of Migueltzinta Solís.

arts in LETHBRIDGE

What’s Happening in Lethbridge?

Check out the AAC Art Events Calendar to find out!

The Allied Arts Council of Lethbridge (AAC) is a vibrant hub for arts and culture in southern Alberta. Established in 1958, the AAC’s mission is to encourage, coordinate, and promote the arts in Lethbridge and the surrounding area. One of our standout offerings is the Art Events Calendar, which keeps track of a diverse range of creative happenings throughout Lethbridge and Area. From gallery exhibitions and concerts to film nights, performances, artist talks, and special workshops, this calendar is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the arts. If you’re a member, you can even submit your own art-related events to be included. Explore Lethbridge’s rich cultural scene by checking out the Art Events Calendar on the Allied Arts Council website.

Want to submit your Art related events? Become a member!

Lethbridge Shakespeare Performance Society (LSPS) is a non-profit theatre group, established in 2012, bringing high-quality performances of Shakespeare’s plays to audiences in Southern Alberta. All of the actors and creative teams are local, drawn from both the ULethbridge Theatre program and from local community theatre. LSPS has been bringing Shakespeare’s comedies and tragedies to Lethbridge and area for the past 13 seasons, including during the first Covid summer (with actors spaced 2 metres apart, in Nikka Yuko Garden). This year, the play is ‘Twelfth Night’, directed by Cole Fetting and Sharon Peat, with gorgeous period costumes designed by the talented Amanda Epp.

“If music be the food of love, play on”, are the words spoken by the lovesick Duke Orsino at the start of ‘Twelfth Night’. Love, in all its forms, is the main theme in Shakespeare’s well-crafted romantic comedy. Other themes - deception, disguise, fate, and social status- add to the satisfying complexity of this play, including the richly comic characters of Toby Belch, Andrew Aguecheek, and Malvolio. ‘Twelfth Night’ will open on Thursday, July 4, in Galt Gardens, the original home of Shakespeare in the Park performances. There will be a total of 16 performances in the 2024 season - in the downtown venues of the park, Casa and Festival Square, but also in Legacy Park, Nikka Yuko, the Empress Theatre, the Coutts Centre, and The Venue in High River.

Financial support comes from three main sources: grants from the Heart of our City, Lethbridge Community Foundation, and Alberta Foundation for the Arts, support from local small businesses - like the amazing community-minded Analog Books, and donations from audiences after each show. The audience donations are a vital part of funding - one-third of the total each season. LSPS is introducing a digital payment option this summer, and hope audiences will respond generously, allowing them to continue to provide honorariums to every member of their talented and hard-working cast and crew!

For information on performance dates and profiles of some of the actors and creative team, check out their Facebook page Lethbridge Shakespeare Performance Society, or Instagram account @Shakespeare_yql

Photo credit: Richard Amery

Photo credit: Connor McCaughtrie

Photo credit: Steph Savage

JULY 30, 2024

JULY 30, 2024

Paradise Canyon Golf Resort

Paradise Canyon Golf Resort

The Nature of Play

in partnership with Lethbridge Plays August 2023 - June 2024

Ages 2 to 5

Celebrate summer and explore nature with your preschooler!

Wednesdays | 9:30am - 10:30am or 11am - Noon

$5 per class | New Topics Each Week!

Register Online: Leisure.Lethbridge.c a

Registration Opens June 1st

Ages 11 to 15

Botanical Detectives

Join Jenny Burke, from the University of Lethbridge, to learn how to identify some of the plants blooming right now in the coulees!

June 5 | 6:30pm - 8:30pm | FREE

Register Online: Leisure.Lethbridge.c a

A Celebration of the Beauty of the Living World By John William Hancock May 6 - June 14 2024

Trailblazers

Ages 6 to 10

Get outside and enjoy nature-based games and activities!

Wednesdays | 10:00am - Noon

$10 per class | New Topics Each Week!

Register Online: Leisure.Lethbridge.c a

Registration Opens June 1st

SPRING ECO WALKS

Join Ryan First Diver on an Ecosystem Exploration Walk during different phases of spring. Walks will be in a different Lethbridge park each month & will have a different theme.

• June 16 - Birds & Nests 1:00pm - 3:00pm | $10 per walk

Ages 16+ | Call to register: 403 -320-3064 with Ryan First Diver

June 8, 2024 Noon – 4:00pm

Summ er Nature Walking Club

Join the Summer Nature Walking Club as we explore different parks in Lethbridge.

This is a great opportunity to connect with others with the support of an interpreter who will highlight different plants and animals along the way!

• Meet at LSCO (Lethbridge Seniors Centre Organization) for departure on the group bus at 8:30am with return at 10:30am.

• Dates:

 June 25

 July 9

 July 23

 August 6

 August 20

 Sept 3

• Ages 18+ | Cost: FREE!

*Registration is required as limited spots are available.

*The walk will be strictly outdoors, so please wear comfortable walking shoes, and dress for the weather/conditions (hat, sunscreen, bug spray etc).

Did you know?

Alberta's Endangered Flora

Did You Know?

① Western Spiderwort (Tradescantia occidentalis ) is the only member of its family native to Western Canada. It is a federally protected species. The broken stems secrete a sticky substance, which forms cobweb-like strands when hardened, giving the plant its common name.

② Soapweed (Yucca glauca) is a long-lived perennial plant, in the Agave Family. It got its name because its roots contain a high concentration of lathering substances called saponins. When crushed and mixed in water, the

saponins produce a lather that can be used as a soap or a shampoo. At the northern extent of its range, it naturally occurs in two locations in the southeast corner of Alberta in the Milk River basin.

③ The Tiny Cryptanthe (Cryptantha minima), also known as little cat's-eye, is an annual vascular plant species found in semi-arid grasslands. Its identified range in Alberta is in the dry mixedgrass natural subregion. Cryptantha minima is threatened primarily by habitat alteration, such as cultivation, and urban development.

For more information: www.wildlifespecies.canada.ca/speciesrisk-registry/species/species Details_e.cfm?sid=236

www.sararegistry.gc.ca/virt ual_sara/files/cosewic/sr western_spiderwort_e.pdf

https://anpc.ab.ca/?page_id =6261

www.wise-geek.com/whatis-a-yucca-glauca

https://inaturalist.ca/taxa/ 121785-Tradescantiaoccidentalis

www.registrelepsararegistry.gc.ca/virtual sara/files/plans/amended rs_tiny_cryptantha_final_e. pdf Nature Lethbridge on Instagram Follow Us & Tag: #naturelethbridge

Information about upcoming field trips: www.naturelethbridge.org

Photo: prairiepollination.ca

Photo: wildflower.org

Photo: anpc.ab.ca

Give your kids a summer they’ll remember. We have a summer camp for everyone – challenging, creative and confidence-building experiences for youth of all ages.

beating the burn A Guide to Safe Sun Exposure

Coming out of the winter blues, everyone is eager to spend time outside in the sunshine. There are many benefits to sun exposure, including mood enhancement, increased energy, and vitamin D synthesis. However, it is important to remember that sun exposure can result in serious health risk. Check out these sun safety tips:

Apply Sunscreen: A tale as old as time, but one that is often overlooked! It is important to apply SPF 30 or higher to the face and body multiple times throughout the day to ensure coverage and protection from the sun. Sunscreen plays an important role in decreasing the risk of skin cancer.

Stay Hydrated: Drink lots of water throughout the day, especially in higher temperatures. Dehydation can occur quickly and can cause serious health concerns.

Monitor Sun Exposure: It is common to lose track of time when spending time outdoors. Be mindful of how long you have been outside and take frequent shade breaks. Stay alert for signs of redness or irritation - sunburns can significantly increase the risk of skin cancer, so it is important to protect your skin from excess UV exposure.

NEED READING MATERIAL

Lethbridge Family Services' Reaching Independence through Skills & Employment (RISE) ten-month certificate program assists adults with developmental disabilities to develop the social, vocational, and independent living skills needed for competitive employment and community living.

In-class training and work placement opportunities

Lethbridge Tennis Club

2611 Parkside Drive South, Lethbridge, AB

Email: lethtennisclub@gmail.com Website: www.tennislethbridge.ca

Summer Kids’ Camps

Have fun learning to play tennis!

Age-appropriate activities and games

Coach: Yana (advanced player)

Schedule 2024:

July 2-5 (Tues-Fri)

July 8-12 (Mon-Fri)

July 15-19 (Mon-Fri)

July 22-26 (Mon-Fri)

August 6-9 (Tues-Fri)

August 12-16 (Mon-Fri)

• Ages 5-12

• Camps run 9

• Camps run subject to interest (minimum 6 participants)

• Please bring snacks and water bottle

• Fee is $85 per week per child.

Payment in advance by e-transfer: lethtennisclub@gmail.com

Please include name of child and camp week in the Notes section

Junior Lessons

*Requires purchase of junior membership

Coach: Yana

Group lesson: participants will learn the basics of tennis: gripping your racquet, forehand & backhand, serving & returning serve.

May Every Wednesday 4-5 p.m. starting May 15

June Every Wednesday 4-5 p.m. until June 26

Ages: 7 and older

Junior racquets available for use during lessons.

Private Coaching

Coach: Emily (Division 1 U S College tennis player)

Fees: $30-$60 per hour.

Contact: emgranson28@gmail.com

Payment is by e-transfer: lethtennisclub@gmail.com Please include name of player and dates in the Notes section.

Memberships

Annual Membership:

Junior: $35

College/University Student (with ID): $100

Adult: $150

Senior: $135

Couple: $260

Family: $320

Short term: $10/day, $60/month

Payments can be made by cash/cheque at the club from opening day or by e-transfer to: lethtennisclub@gmail.com

When paying by e-transfer, please include the names of the individual members registering in the Notes section of the e-transfer.

Membership includes use of courts except for club events.

Adult Lessons

For beginner to advanced players

*Requires purchase of membership Coach: Darren (advanced player)

6-7 p m group lesson; informal play from 7 p m.: Tuesdays (men), Wednesdays (women)

2024 Schedule:

May Tuesday 28th & Wednesday 29th

June Tuesday 4th & Wednesday 5th

July Tuesday 2nd & Wednesday 3rd Tuesday 16th & Wednesday 17th

August dates TBD

A COACH

SPORT AND RECREATION PROGRAM

FOR YOUTH AND FAMILIES FOR YOUTH AND FAMILIES FOR YOUTH AND FAMILIES

May 21 thru June 26

Monday - Thursday 4-7 PM

Starting in July

Monday - Thursday mornings SUMMER DROP-IN SUMMER DROP-IN

Nicholas Sheran Leisure Centre parking lot - 401 Laval Blvd West

THIS PROGRAM IS FUNDED BY JUMPSTART AND PARTICIPACTION

OUTDOORROVINGGYMS

Check the website for the schedule, locations, and to register! in June + July

IN DROUGHT CONDITIONS

D O ’ S & D O N ’ T S

DO choose drought-tolerant species for future plantings

DON’T water just at the base of the treeroots extend beyond the dripline

DO water mature trees every 3 weeks and young trees every 10 days DO water first thing in the morning

DON’T add landscape fabric or gravel to your garden - choose mulch instead

DON’T prune trees or disturb roots during drought

For the full list of Do’s and Don’ts, visit lethbridge.ca/treecare

Recreation and Culture Booking Deadlines

Join the Summer Fun Environmental Programs

2024 BLITZ DAYS

Paint yellow fish by storm drains, clean storm drains and gutters, clean up our parks, and learn about invasive species in our storm ponds

Come join us for the fun, and get some information about our programs!

Tuesday, June 18

5pm to 8pm @ Firelight Pond W

Tuesday, July 16

5pm to 8pm @ Chinook Lake N

Tuesday, August 20

5pm to 8pm @ Coulee Creek Park S

Visit our webpages for more information on how to participate year round!

For more information: www.lethbridge.ca/adoptapark www.lethbridge.ca/yellowfishroad www.lethbridge.ca/adoptastormdrain

WHEN DEDICATION MEETS IMPACT

Sport volunteers power the game

The 2023 Lethbridge Sport Council awards were presented recently, and there were 2 recipients of the Volunteer award this year. Congratulations to Kurt Parks and Gord Cox both volunteers with the Lethbridge Ringette Association.

Kurt Parks has served on the Lethbridge Ringette board for eight years as the Director of Officials and Director of Player Development His commitment to equitable team formation policies and mentorship of young officials has been instrumental in fostering a positive environment In addition to his board role, Kurt is a volunteer coach for both ringette and softball, and is an official As a coach, Kurt possesses a unique talent for recognizing and nurturing the individual strengths of each athlete, creating a cohesive, successful team.

Gord Cox has served on the Lethbridge Ringette board for six years. As the Director of Ice Allocation his efforts have optimized ice allocation and strengthened partnerships within the community As a coach and official Gord's integrity and fair-mindedness have earned him colleagues alike In addition to G board of directors, he is also a vo Though his passion lies in coach for officials and is willing to step could

Gord and Kurt were formally rec Sport Council Achievement Awa 16th at the Canadian Western Ba ENMAX Centre, the sponsor for t

Congratulations Gord and Kurt, the sport community is fortunate to have you!

In total, 18 awards were presented this year. Read more about this year's award recipients on the Lethbridge Sport Council website, www.lethbridgesportcouncil.ca/awards

Visit the Sport Volunteer Hub

Gord Cox and Kurt Parks were nominated concurrently by their colleagues at the Lethbridge Ringette Association. The association tells us, “both Kurt and Gord exemplify everything that any association could ever ask for in a member.”

The Sport Volunteer Hub is designed to streamline the volunteer recruitment process for the sport sector There are 3 primary components: Sport Organization Hub - A place where organizations can post their volunteer opportunities to diversify their volunteer base and find volunteer management resources Volunteer Sign-Up Portal - A place where volunteers can sign-up to be matched with volunteer opportunities that align with their skills, their interests, and their time This platform improves our communication in the volunteer matching process by filtering volunteer opportunities and potential volunteers In the Community - A space to share major announcements and celebrate our incredible sport volunteers and community ambassadors Visit the hub at https://sportvolunteerhub ca/

The mission of the Lethbridge Sport Council is to provide leadership and a collective voice for sport in Lethbridge

City of Lethbridge Skating Programs

Recreation Skating Shinny Hockey/Ringette

Ability Skate: A slow-paced skate in a sensory-friendly environment for those with special needs and disabilities.

Beginner Skate: A slower-paced time for people to practice their skating basics. Skating aids are allowed during this skate. Helmets are recommended.

Family Skate: A special time for parents and children (17 yrs. of age & under) to enjoy a skate together.

Parent & Tot Skate: Free Fun time for parents & pre-school children to learn how to skate. Helmets are recommended.

Public Skate: A skate open to everyone to enjoy.

Senior Skate: A skate open for everyone 55 years and over.

Figure Skate: A time for skaters of all ages to practice figure skating skills.

Youth Shinny Hockey: For ages 5 to 17 years, shinny hockey is played with a sponge puck with no body contact and no slap shots. Play is on half ice with 2 games running. Ice Marshals will coordinate players and games based on age and/or ability of players. Players require a hockey stick, skates and a helmet.

Adult Shinny Hockey: Informal hockey for adults is played with a hard puck with no body contact or slap shots. It is played on full ice and is self-supervised.

Protective equipment is required.

Senior Shinny Hockey: Senior shinny hockey is for adults 55 and over with no body contact and no slap shots. Protective equipment is required.

Ringette Shinny: For all ages. Ringette shinny is played with a regulation ring, with no body contact. Players require a ringette stick, skates, gloves, and a helmet with a cage.

Pass Fees

Parents/guardians (up to 2) and children (up to 17 yrs old) residing in the same household permanently.

Purchase Locations

CASA Community Room

230 8 St S 12:15pm-1:00pm

For more Information visit: www.ulethbridge.ca/musicconservatory/concerts-and-events

Henderson Park Shoreline Pavilion 1103 31a St S 9am-10pm

Henderson Lake 1103 31a St S

For more information visit: www.lethbridgedragonfest.ca 21-23 28-1

Lethbridge Exhibition Grounds

3800 7 Ave S

For more information visit: www.saea.ca

Nicholas

Sheran Picnic Shelter

Nicholas Sheran Park West 12pm-5pm

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For more Information visit: www.streetsalive.ca

Free Lunch & Listen Concert Series

The Conservatory of Music host a free monthly concert on the first Friday of the month showcasing their talented faculty. With a wide array of musical performers, the concert series is a great way to spend your lunch hour.

Lethbridge Filipino Heritage Festival

The Filipino Canadian Association of Lethbridge is hosting the 4th Annual Filipino Heritage Festival 2024. A celebration of culture, local talents and the whole Lethbridge community!!! See you on June 15, 2024 at the Henderson Park - Shoreline Pavillion

Lethbridge Dragon Boat Festival

The Lethbridge Rotary Dragon Boat Festival powered by ATB Financial is a community event that brings dragon-boaters from across western Canada together for a weekend of fun competition on the water as well as entertainment, food and refreshments on the shore of Henderson

Rib Fest

Welcome to Western Canada Rib Fest Tour - Where they bring good ribs, pulled pork, sausage, and more to a place near you. They are excited to bring you “normal” times and enjoy rain or shine. Check out our 2024 tour locations near you!

Wing Ding Event

Free admission event is fun for the whole family! Bouncy Obstacle course! Face Painting! Photos with our chicken mascot! Food! Fun! Loonie Carnival! Community Vendors! And a WING-Eating Contest! Come enjoy a family friendly afternoon in the park.

Every Saturday

Lethbridge’s parkrun

Join the PARKRUN movement! A new program is in town for anyone who loves to walk, jog, run or volunteer in our city parks! Meet us at the Kinsmen Picnic Shelter for weekly Parkruns every Saturday. Join the community in active & healthy living! *Kinsmen Picnic Shelter* Henderson Lake Park 9:00am For more info or to register go to: www.parkrun.ca