SPRING 2010 Community Program Guide

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SPRING/SUMMER 2010

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www.thenewsyneighbor.com/Community_Program_Guide Chestermere Regional Community Association Phone: (403) 272-7170 www.chestermerecrca.com Town of Chestermere Email: town@chestermere.ca Telephone: (403) 207-7050 www.chestermere.ca Chestermere Library Phone: (403) 272-9043

www.chestermerepubliclibrary.com

Town of Strathmore Phone: 403-934-3133 www.strathmore.ca Wheatland County Food Bank Box 2331, Strathmore Alberta T1P 1K1 403-934-5335 www.thenewsyneighbor.com

Strathmore Library 85 Lakeside Boulevard Strathmore, AB Phone: (403) 934-5440 asmlibrary@marigold.ab.ca Langdon Community Association Langdon, AB T0J 1X0 Email: website@goodlucktown.ca www.goodlucktown.ca Delacour Community Hall Delacour, AB , T0M0T0 403-285-9463 Bow Valley Agricultural Society Indus Recreation Centre (403)936-5474.

Website: www.indusrec.ca Email: admin@indusrec.ca

Gleichen and District Ag. Society Pres. Gord Stewart (403-734-3347) www.gleichenalberta.ca Kidz 1st Network Parent Link Centre Chestermere PLC 403-207-7090 Strathmore PLC 403-983-0016 Email: plcinfo@chestermere.ca www.kidz1stnetworkplc.com YELL YOUTH COUNCIL Coordinator: Brenda Wright Phone: 403-207-7027 email:bwright@chestermere.ca COMMUNITY SERVICES Chestermere 403-207-7060 Strathmore 403-983-0016 COMMUNITY FUTURES WILD ROSE Call (403) 934-6488 The Newsy Neighbor Page 33

CHESTERMERE CHESTERMERE REC CENTRE CHESTERMERE RELAY FOR LIFE MIND AND BODY CONNECTION Would you be interested in: 12 hours of Fun, Offering yoga tues/thurs evenings 6:15SUMMER DAY CAMPS are GOING GREEN. July 5 - August 27. Ages 6 - 12. Join us for an 8 week journey as we all discover the many ways to live earth-friendly! Off-Site Field Trips • Bike Days• Sports• Games • Crafts • Cooking • Special Guests • Walking Trips & More! $1400.00/8 Weeks or 200.00/Week.

Includes Before & After Camp Care 7 - 8:30 am and 4:30-6 pm. We are partnering with the Calgary Yacht Club this year to offer July 19th – 23rd and Aug 16th – 20th @ their club located on Lake Chestermere: lots of safe water play and more! Info: email recreation@chestermerecrca.com 403-272-7170 ex.224

CHESTERMERE SLO PITCH

Any players not on a registered team interested in joining a team or signing up as a spare? Please email recreation@chestermerecrca.com We may need 2 more teams for our B League on Tuesdays as well!

For Chestermere Rec Centre Information check out our website: www.chestermerecrca.com

CHESTERMERE GIRL GUIDES

Girls Need Leaders, Chestermere needs YOU. Adult women are needed to provide a great program for Sparks, Brownies, and Guides.

The girls have more fun when there is lots of help in the units. Please join us. Sandra 403–708-9180 & ksrdyck@shaw.ca P.S. Registration for Chestermere is Energizer night in September

7:15pm. YOGA CLASSES STARTING 7:30-8:30PM ON JUNE 1ST. Early morning yoga Mon/Wed 6:30-7:30. TRX Boot Camps starting June2/10 Mon/Wed evenings 6:45-7:45. Also 1 on 1 and group training available. CONTACT TAMARA @ 403-819-3207 FOR DETAILS.

3125 CHESTERMERE ARMY CADETS

201 West Chestermere DR. Chestermere AB T1X 1B2. Phone: (403) 265-3125 www.chestermerecadets.ca Ages 12-18. No Registration Fee/Uniform Provided

CAMP CHESTERMERE

Dive into one of eight weeks of day and overnight camps this summer. Camp activities include powertubing, archery, kayaking, wall climbing, and so much more! Camp Chestermere provides an exceptional ratio of care (5:1) and is well known for the positive effect it has on the lives of its campers. We offer programs for youth ages 5-17, including a year-round teen leadership training program. Camp Chestermere is a Christian camp, but we serve children from a wide variety of faith backgrounds.

We invite them to explore their own faith in a relaxed environment. Why not enroll today?

Camps start at $200/week, with discounts for multiple children and a fee subsidy program for families who require it. We have served this community for 55 years, and have become a “place to belong” for many local children and teens. Enroll today, as spaces are going fast!

Register through our website www.campchestermere.com, or by calling 403.272.6030.

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We can help provide an individualized positive parenting plan that will help calm the storm in your household. Please call 403-207-7090 for more information.

Klassic Kabins

We are a family run business and are well trained and seasoned. We offer an unparalleled service, We are not happy until your happy!!! After we supply and deliver your park model, we stay involved to ensure your satisfaction with our product and service!!!

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Friendship and Fighting back against Cancer?

Join us at the 1ST ANNUAL RELAY FOR LIFE in Chestermere. June 25, 2010. Chestermere Rec Centre. This is a NON-COMPETATIVE Relay.

Register your team before May 3rd to be entered into a draw for the “Team Luxury Tent”.

For more info. or to register go to www.cancer. ca/relay or email Colleen at cp.corbiell@shaw. ca for more details.

1st CHESTERMERE SCOUTING GROUP

Scouting for GIRLS and BOYS ages 5 to 17 yrs.

Join us in Beavers, Cubs and Scouts. We also need Volunteer Leaders. Be a volunteer this year. It’s fun, rewarding and fulfilling. Come have fun going camping, swimming, hiking, canoeing, archery, nature activities, community services and much more! Pierre or Maria 403293-3133. Trudy 403-285-0089

THE CHESTERMERE SOUNDWAVES

A local, mixed gender choir that rehearses once a week and performs throughout the year.

If you like to sing and think you’d enjoy being a part of this group please contact Candie Schmidt at thelake@shaw.ca.

CRCA MUSICAL THEATRE PROGRAM www.chestermerecrca.com

LITTLE ACORNS PRE-SCHOOL

104 Springmere Way Chestermere T1X 1N9. www.littleacorns.ca. Register now for Fall 2010.

To receive a Parent Information Package. Email: marilyn@littleacorns.ca or call 403-663-9542

STAY AND PLAY

Have you played today? A Drop-In program where parents and children can spend quality time with each other while meeting new friends and experiencing our resource rich playroom! Ages: 0-6 years. Cost: Free. Chestermere. Mondays 10:00-12:00. Tuesdays 4:30 8:30. Thursdays 1:00-3:00

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CHESTERMERE/ LANGDON/ INDUS The Chestermere Fine Art Guild

We would like to invite you to join our diversified art group. Once a year we host an art show and sale as well as run at least two workshops.

Meetings are informal with painting held on Thursday afternoons from 1-4pm. Our membership ranges from beginner/intermediate to artists with years of experience. If you are interested come one Thursday and meet the artists. You can also contact Traci Dagg, VP at 403-235-6661 or 403-973-6693. You may also email Lourene Cork, Pres. at lourenedcork@ gmail.com

IT’S PARTY TIME CHESTERMERE HIGH SCHOOL AFTERGRAD MAY 22, 2010

“Preperations for the Chestermere High School Aftergrad 2010 are underway” When: May 22, 2010 from 11:30pm - 6:00am.

Where: Location to be announced at the Grad ceremony. Tickets will be on sale at the Chestermere Recreational Community Centre Lobby Friday April 23rd from 2:30-4:30 & Friday April 30th from 2:30-4:30pm. We will be selling tickets to the Grads plus the graduate can buy 1 extra ticket. Students are reminded that in order to purchase aftergrad tickets they will have to bring their I.D. or student card. ALL FORMS that were included in your information package must be completed prior to purchase.

We also require 40-50 parent volunteers for 3 hour shifts to ensure a safe and enjoyable party for the students. For more information please contact Kathy at krdd@efirehose.net

PEOPLE SAVERS

All age groups should learn how to prevent injuries and accidents, and if they do occur, how to help in various emergency situations. Three different levels of instruction for the following age groups: 6 – 8 yrs., 8 – 10 yrs., 10 - 12 yrs.

Topics covered: Choking, Rescue breathing, Bleeding, Comfort, Poisons, Burns. Age: 6-12 yrs old. Cost: $35+GST/child. Chestermere Friday, May 14th

Fit Kids Chestermere Preschool Gym- Chestermere Waterfest Third Annual DUCK$ 4 BUCK$ Fundraiser - Duck nastics Spring Session This program is for children between the ages of 2 to 6 years. Classes are held at the Chestermere Rec Centre MPP room on Monday evenings and all day Tuesday! Fit Kids Chestermere offers a variety of class times and also enables parents to enroll younger and older siblings together into one class! Plus separate classes for older preschoolers to participate independently. With a different theme every week, new adventures are discovered! Spring Session begins April 19th and 20th so call Barb Howes at 403-607-8647 or email at fitkidschestermere@ shaw.ca NOW! Also note that registration for the fall classes will begin August 1st.

CHESTERMERE LIONS’ CLUB

The Chestermere Lions Club has been an active part of the community since May, 2003. As a club, we follow the four core principles of Lionism; sight, disabilities, health and youth. We have engaged in various fundraising events that have benefited schools, minor hockey,baseball, cadets, summer camps, Handi Bus, the Food Bank, the Library and many other local projects. We have sponsored seeing-eye dogs here and in Calgary. Besides the volunteer work, the Lions Club is also a wonderful place to make new friends and discuss local matters. Together, with your help, we can make our community an even better place to live. For more information, or to become a member contact our President Mark Poirier at 403-831-3982 or e-mail poirierm@shaw.ca. or Dean Mathison at 403-852-2925.

BABYSITTER COURSE

Before School Starts! For 11 yrs. old & over who want to earn their Babysitter’s certificate.

Learn child care skills, how to get along and introduction to First Aid & CPR. Age: 11yrs and older. Cost: $60.00+GST. Chestermere. Saturday, August 21st 9:00am-4:30pm

Race and Decked out DUCKS! Join YELL at WATERFEST July 24th for ALL the FUN and more!!!!

Langdon Days

July 16- 18 Building and strengthening our community & youth through fun and entertainment. Come out ‘n share in the fun. Check out www.cscommunityservices.com for more details!

Walk & Roll

A summer program in Langdon for parents and their “stroller buddies”. Meet at Langdon W.I. Hall #11 Centre Street North ** In the case of inclement weather, we will still meet at the hall for coffee & chatter. Cost: Free. Langdon: Thursday mornings. 9:30 to 11:00. July 15—Aug 19

INDUS NEWS!

2010/2011 Preschool only has a few spots available for the 2010/2011 school year. To register or for more information please contact Indus Preschool at 936-5474 ext 4.

Indus Jun Fest will be held again this year on Jun 18th/19th . This exciting weekend includes Bowvalley 4H Horse hosting gymkana, trick riding demo, Barbeque, Beer Gardens & DJ Saturday night 7pm and Father’s day free breakfast.

For more information check the website at www.indusrec.ca Mark your calendar – Aug 25 and 26th from 7-9pm will be the joint Minor sport registration night, the local community is encouraged to come out to Indus hall and register for their fall activities.

Summer Horse Camps are happening again this year for a busy week of horseback riding and many other activities contact Indus Recreation Centre at 403-936-5474 ext 3.

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STRATHMORE/DELACOUR/GLEICHEN Dear Child and Youth Program Provider:

If your organization offers recreational, sports, arts and/or cultural activities to children and youth, or you know a non‐profit organization that offers these opportunities to children and youth, you will want to know about this great opportunity. United Way’s UpStart recently received funding from the provincial government to run a two‐year pilot project. This initiative lowers the cost to rent school facilities to groups that offer recreational activities for children and youth. RVS Community Booking Agents book schools for community use on behalf of the Rocky View School Division #41.

Your group may be eligible to receive a rental rate subsidy. Application criteria are as follows: • The program increases recreation (physical activity, drama, dance, art, music) for children and youth by offering a new activity or by expanding the number of kids that can participate in an existing program. • The program has appropriate adult supervision consistent with the activity. • The program helps children and youth develop skills and confidence. • The program responds to the needs and interests of children living in the community. • The service provider identifies participants willing to take part in a survey or interview to evaluate the results of the program. For more information, or to apply, contact: Rocky View Nikki Goodman 403‐945‐4069 ngoodman@rockyview.ab.ca

Gleichen and District Community Centre

Looking for a community centre to hold a wedding, anniversary or birthday? Phone Erma Rieper @ 403-734-3863 for rates.

Gleichen and District Annual Fall Fair, Rodeo and Show and Shine: Aug. 20-22nd.

Horse pulls, musical rides, trick riding and gymkhana added this year. Watch for posters or call Doris Lindman @ 403-734-0114

Toddle Inn Day Care Society?

Strathmore Full Gospel Church

STRATHMORE SENIORS CENTRE

SWAT (Strathmore Wheatland Addictions Team)

We are non-profit and a registered charity.

Toddle Inn Day Care. Licensed and accredited serving Strathmore and area for over 25 years.

Programs include infant, toddlers, preschool age, kindergarten and before and after school care. www.toddleinndaycare.com 403 9345139, toddlein@telus.net 309 2nd Ave The Strathmore Seniors Centre is home to over 70 members called the “Happy Gang”. This informal group provides friendly visiting, information and a great space furnished with shuffleboard, floor curling, darts and pool table to name a few. To join or to receive more information on this active group, please call 901-1596

STRATHMORE ELKS LODGE

Strathmore Elks Lodge 491 is seeking new members. We are a not-for-profit organization, with all funds earned contributed back to your community and province. Come join the fun - participate in social, sports & family activities and become involved with & support your community! Wayne Cole @ 403-990-7132

DELACOUR PONY CLUB

Jumping, Dressage, Cross-country, Stable Management, Day Camp. Now taking registrations for 2009, ages 6 and up. Weekly riding lessons start in Spring, going to Fall. Contact: Maryanne 285- 9656 or Cheri 935-4215 www.canadianponyclub.org

TEDDY BEAR FIRST AIDER COURSE

To register please call Safe BLU: 403-934-9387 Ages: 4-6 years. Cost: $30 per child. Strathmore: June 12th

Welcomes people of all ages & church backgrounds. Church is changing but the Word of God does not. We’re a pentecostal, Bible based family church that has something for all ages.

Come and experience the Spirit and the Word.

Call 934-2225 or check-out www.strathmorefullgospel.com

SWAT works to reduce substance use and abuse among youth; address risk and protective factors that increase or minimize the risk of substance use; and strengthen and diversify community collaboration.We meet at WFCSS at noon on the 1st Thursday of every month.

Meetings are open to the general community of Strathmore & Wheatland County. Alternately, questions may be directed to Catherine Walsh (403) 901-1326.

STRATHMORE REGIONAL VICTIM SERVICES SOCIETY

We provide support, information and referrals to victims of crime and tragedy in Strathmore, Chestermere and Gleichen areas. At the time of the incident, we provide a listening ear, comfort and reassurance. We provide information about programs for victims of crime, such as the Financial Benefits Program, the Victim Impact Statement Program, and the Requesting Restitution Program. Victim Services advocates are trained volunteers that provide the above services to victims. If you are a victim of crime or tragedy, or would like to know more about becoming a victim services advocates, contact Strathmore Regional Victim Services at 9346552. Any questions, please call Lesley Hering at 934-6552.

Child Care Provider First Aid and CPR Come chat, eat, laugh and talk about that Course To register please call Safe BLU at 403- STRATHMORE PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB STRATHMORE BOOK CLUB

months book choice with some amazing women! We meet monthly. Please contact Denise at denise.newsyneighbor@gmail.com

934-9387. Cost: $120 Strathmore: Parent Link Centre. June 5th and 6th

1st Sunday of every month at 7:00 Lord of All Lutheran Church in Strathmore Call Susan at 403-371-4873.

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STRATHMORE GIRL GUIDES STRATHMORE

100 Years of Girl Guides in Canada 2010 The Girl Guides of Strathmore want to Celebrate this event with a picnic in the park in the Spring if 2010, and invite anyone who was ever a Spark, Brownie, Guide, Pathfinder, Ranger, Guider etc. Guiding has been in Strathmore since 1967 and we are looking for any old photos, books, badges, crests, uniforms etc. to showcase at the picnic. We would also like to invite anyone interested in helping with this project to just call us. Thanks. Robin Wenzel Twilight District DC, 403-934-2495, robin_wenzel@hotmail.com

GIRL GUIDES STRATHMORE

100 Years of Girl Guides in Canada 2010 The Girl Guides of Strathmore want to Celebrate this event with a picnic in the park in the Spring if 2010, and invite anyone who was ever a Spark, Brownie, Guide, Pathfinder, Ranger, Guider etc. Guiding has been in Strathmore since 1967 and we are looking for any old photos, books, badges, crests, uniforms etc. to showcase at the picnic. We would also like to invite anyone interested in helping with this project to just call us. Thanks. Robin Wenzel Twilight District DC, 403-934-2495, robin_wenzel@hotmail.com

LET’S GROW TOGETHER!

Designed for children 2—5 years old, this play based program provides a resource rich environment in which parents and children can enjoy activities, play centres, art experiences and songs and stories together. Younger Siblings Welcome! Ages: 2-5 years. Cost: Free. Chestermere. Tues.a.m. April 20—June 8. 9:30 am— 11:00 am. Wed.p.m. April 21—June 9. 1:00pm - 2:30pm. Langdon W.I. Hall. Thurs.a.m. April 22—June 10. 9:30 am—11:00 am. Strathmore Thurs.a.m. April 22—June 10. 9:30 am—11:00 am

Toddle Inn Day Care Society?

Strathmore Full Gospel Church

STRATHMORE SENIORS CENTRE

SWAT (Strathmore Wheatland Addictions Team)

We are non-profit and a registered charity.

Toddle Inn Day Care. Licensed and accredited serving Strathmore and area for over 25 years.

Programs include infant, toddlers, preschool age, kindergarten and before and after school care. www.toddleinndaycare.com 403 9345139, toddlein@telus.net 309 2nd Ave

The Strathmore Seniors Centre is home to over 70 members called the “Happy Gang”. This informal group provides friendly visiting, information and a great space furnished with shuffleboard, floor curling, darts and pool table to name a few. To join or to receive more information on this active group, please call 901-1596

STRATHMORE BOOK CLUB

Come chat, eat, laugh and talk about that months book choice with some amazing women! We meet monthly. If interested, please contact Denise at denise.newsyneighbor@ gmail.com or check out our Facebook group (“Strathmore Book Club”)!

STRATHMORE ELKS LODGE

Strathmore Elks Lodge 491 is seeking new members. We are a not-for-profit organization, with all funds earned contributed back to your community and province. Come join the fun - participate in social, sports & family activities and become involved with & support your community! Wayne Cole @ 403-990-7132

MONEY MENTORS

We offer: Alberta’s only not-for-profit debt repayment program. One-on-One Money Coaching. Financial seminars for corporate or community organizations Informative website with many on-line tools.

Call toll free: 1-888-294-0076 www.moneymentors.ca

Klassic Kabins

We are a family run business and are well trained and seasoned. We offer an unparalleled service, We are not happy until your happy!!! After we supply and deliver your park model, we stay involved to ensure your satisfaction with our product and service!!!

www.klassickabins.com

Welcomes people of all ages & church backgrounds. Church is changing but the Word of God does not. We’re a pentecostal, Bible based family church that has something for all ages.

Come and experience the Spirit and the Word.

Call 934-2225 or check-out www.strathmorefullgospel.com

SWAT works to reduce substance use and abuse among youth; address risk and protective factors that increase or minimize the risk of substance use; and strengthen and diversify community collaboration.We meet at WFCSS at noon on the 1st Thursday of every month.

Meetings are open to the general community of Strathmore & Wheatland County. Alternately, questions may be directed to Catherine Walsh (403) 901-1326.

STRATHMORE REGIONAL VICTIM SERVICES SOCIETY

We provide support, information and referrals to victims of crime and tragedy in Strathmore, Chestermere and Gleichen areas. At the time of the incident, we provide a listening ear, comfort and reassurance. We provide information about programs for victims of crime, such as the Financial Benefits Program, the Victim Impact Statement Program, and the Requesting Restitution Program. Victim Services advocates are trained volunteers that provide the above services to victims. If you are a victim of crime or tragedy, or would like to know more about becoming a victim services advocates, contact Strathmore Regional Victim Services at 9346552. Any questions, please call Lesley Hering at 934-6552.

STRATHMORE PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB

1st Sunday of every month at 7:00 Lord of All Lutheran Church in Strathmore Call Susan at 403-371-4873.

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