October 2025 Program Guide

Arctic Spas Rec Complex

OCTOBER

Program Guide Local recreation for families and youth.

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4901-48Ave. Thorsby AB 780-789-4041

thorsby.ca/recreation 2025

Arctic Spas

RECREATION COMPLEX introduces

Beyond the

Bell We are proud to introduce our new after school program, Beyond the Bell. This weekly program is fun drop-in style play, geared toward children aged 7-12. With planned activities, games, and crafts there’s no need to bring anything but your passion for play.

Weekly Activities

Sports

Games

Crafts

Recreation

Basketball, Floor Hockey, Volleyball, Pickleball, Soccer.

Bowling, Rapid Reaction, Card Games, Board Games, BINGO

Tie -Dye, Shrinky Dinks, Pearler Beads, Painting, Beading.

Glow Hide & Seek, Scavenger Hunts, Laser Tag.

Why Come Play?

Beyond the Bell is a local program for the youth of our community to come engage in enriching activities. Children will participate in planned recreation and meet new friends.

Local After School Activity

Boredom Buster

Social Enrichment

Staff Supervised

$2 per participant. Children under 7 must be accompanied by a chaperone.**

4801 49 Ave. Thorsby AB

thorsby.ca/recreation

780-789-4041

Arctic Spas Rec Complex

PD Day Field Trip

ARKADIUM RETRO ARCADE & Clareview Pool Tuesday, October 14th

$55 $55

Ages 8+

*Registration required

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ARCTIC SPAS REC COMPLEX

PD Day Field Trip

COMBAT ARCHERY

The Meadows Pool DATE :

NOV 03

COST: $55 AGE:

8YR+ Registration required **Registration closes October 30th

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ASKETBALL

Arctic Spa’s Recreation Complex is proud to present Spring 2025 pickup basketball. Hosted in the south side of the facility; the fieldhouse will be open to all, aged 16+. The drop-in rate is $5 per player, free to those with TRC memberships.

During game time we encourage the families of participants to enjoy the game from our viewing area located in the upper level of the complex.

Spectators will be able to watch the game, and are encouraged to bring their children for a free evening of play in the dance studio. Play equipment will be provided for youth to play. Chairs and chat will be available to mothers and care providers.

Seniors Harvest‌

LUNCHEON‌

$15

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Wednesday, November 5th Noon-3pm Lunch catered by Huckleberry’s Cafe

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Bob Layton

Special guest presenters:

Bob Layton & Shane Blakely Tickets on sale at Arctic Spas Rec Complex 4901-48 Ave. Thorsby AB

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SENIORS

BOWLING Arctic Spas Recreation Complex

TUESDAYS Noon-4pm For more information:

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Bowling Alley

$5

Per Person

DROP-IN

$3

Per Person

PICKLEBALL

Arctic Spas Recreation Complex - Fieldhouse

TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS 9am-Noon THURSDAYS For more information:

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7-9pm

Arctic Spas Recreation Complex

Stay n’ Play Wednesdays 10am-12pm

A place for parents and their young children to learn, play, and socialize together.

Early Childhood Play Enriching your child’s early years by sharing in weekly parent and tot activities.

For parents and caregivers of children 0-6yrs of age. Join our parenting community as we come together to share experiences through play and socialization.

Located in Arctic Spas Recreation Complex’s fieldhouse, a large gymnasium setting.

Our family friendly setting is a comfy backdrop to get out of the house and enjoy the morning with your baby. Free play format with a wind-down at the end of each morning. Engaging play such as playdough creation, finger painting, water play, and ages and stages fundamental milestone play.

October Special Fall event - October 8th Handprint Autumn tree artwork We will be making homemade apple sauce

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Leading Beyond Bias Practical Inclusive Leadership Skills Organizational culture isn’t built by HR policies - it’s created through daily leadership choices. In this session we will learn to recognize unconscious bias in team dynamics and hidden patterns that impact team performance.

Whether you lead a team of employees, volunteers, or folks in your community, participants will come away with practical strategies that lead to stronger relationships, better mental health, and higher performing teams.

This session is presented by Next Gen Men Equity Leaders.

X Date: Friday, Oct. 17, 2025 X Time: 1 to 2:30 p.m.

X Location: online via Zoom. Link will be mailed out to those who register X Register: contact Kristin at 780-955-6421 or kristin@leduc-county.com or register online at www.leduc-county.com/leading-beyond-bias

Family drop in Thorsby and Devon

Leduc County Family Resource Network

Our Family Resource Network hosts weekly family drop-in programs offering a variety of activities, tools and resources to support childhood development. Get more information at www.leduc-county.com/frn

X

Resources

X

Crafts

X

Programs

X

Referral

X

Games

X

Supports

X

Coffee

X

Wifi

X

Kid Kits

X

Snacks

X

Computer use

X

Much more

Drop in locations Thorsby: 4711 48 Ave. In the modular building across from Arctic Spas Recreation Complex Tuesdays from 2 to 8 p.m.

Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

All families welcome!

Devon: 5 Jasper Court In the old Robina Baker School Mondays from 2 to 8 p.m.

Making Friends

in the Adult World

Are you feeling overwhelmed by the unique challenges of making and keeping close friends as an adult?

You’re not alone! Many of us find that nurturing friendships becomes more complex after childhood.

Join us as we discuss the key elements needed to forge long-lasting and meaningful friendships in the adult world.

This session will be facilitated by Kim Silverthorn, BA, RPC, MPCC, CT from Tacit Knowledge.

X Date: Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2025 X Time: 6 to 7:30 p.m.

X Location: online via Zoom. Link will be mailed out to those who register X Register: contact Kristin at 780-955-6421 or kristin@leduc-county.com or register online at www.leduc-county.com/making-friends

Living with schizophrenia: a personal perspective presentation

Did you know 1 in 100 people will have some form of schizophrenia in their lifetime?

There are many myths and misconceptions about schizophrenia, which lead to unnecessary fear and stigma around this illness. The Schizophrenia Society of Alberta’s presentation educates the community on the disorder, its symptoms, impact of psychosis, and what those living with it experience. The presenters are living with schizophrenia themselves. They share their personal experiences in order to combat stigma and create a more inclusive and educated society.

X Date: Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025 X Time: 9 to 10:30 a.m.

X Location: online via Zoom X Register: contact Sara at 780-955-6424 or sara@leduc-county.com or register online at www.leduc-county.com/living-with-schizophrenia by Oct. 1, 2025

Thorsby Municipal

Library Hours of Operation Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

4720-48ave. Thorsby AB 780-789-3808 thorsbymunicipallibrary.ab.ca

Closed Closed 11am-5pm 11am-5pm 11am-8pm 11am-5pm Closed

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THORSBY MUNICIPAL LIBRARY

,, EVERYONE WELCOME DO YOU LOVE TO WRITE STORIES, POEMS, OR JOURNALS? JOIN US AT THE INK SPOT WRITERS CLUB! WRITERS OF ALL AGES AND LEVELS ARE WELCOME. BRING YOUR IDEAS, YOUR IMAGINATION, AND YOUR WORDS. EACH MONTH WE'LL SHARE INSPIRATION, PRACTICE CREATIVE PROMPTS, AND SUPPORT EACH OTHER'S WRITING JOURNEYS. COME CONNECT WITH FELLOW STORYTELLERS AND LET YOUR CREATIVITY FLOW!

EVERY2 N° THURSDAY

OCTOBER 9 6:30 PM TO 7:30 PM

OCTOBER 2025

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MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY 1

Stay n’ Play 10am-Noon Rec Complex

Beyond the Bell 3-4:30pm, $2 Rec Complex

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7

Shinny 3-4:45pm, FREE

LEGO Club 3-4:30pm

Pickleball 9am-Noon, $3

First session of the Season

Seniors Bowling Pickup Basketball Noon-4pm, $5 7-9pm, $5 Rec Complex Fieldhouse

Fieldhouse

Lobby

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Thanksgiving Complex Closed

Drop-in Play 2-7pm FRN Modular

PD Day Fieldtrip

Arkadium & Clareview Pool

Pickleball 9am-Noon, $3

Drop-in Play 2-7pm

Seniors Bowling Noon-4pm, $5

Pickup Basketball 7-9pm, $5

Shinny 3-4:45pm, FREE

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LEGO Club 3-4:30pm, Free

Shinny 3-4:45pm, FREE

Pickleball 9am-Noon, $3 Fieldhouse

Lobby

Drop-in Play 2-7pm FRN Modular

Seniors Bowling Pickup Basketball Noon-4pm, $5 7-9pm, $5 Rec Complex Fieldhouse

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LEGO Club 3-4:30pm, Free Lobby

Shinny 3-4:45pm, FREE

Pickleball 9am-Noon, $3 Fieldhouse

Drop-in Play 2-7pm FRN Modular

Seniors Bowling Pickup Basketball Noon-4pm, $5 7-9pm, $5 Rec Complex Fieldhouse

8 Stay n’ Play 10am-Noon Rec Complex

THURSDAY 2 Pickleball 9am-Noon, $3 Fieldhouse

Drop-in Play 9am-4pm FRN Modular

Public Skate 3-4:45pm, FREE

Pickleball 7-9pm, $3

Arena

15 Stay n’ Play

10am-Noon Rec Complex

Beyond the Bell 3-4:30pm, $2 Rec Complex

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4

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Pickleball Drop-in Play 9am-4pm 9am-Noon, $3 Fieldhouse

FRN Modular

Pickleball Public Skate 3-4:45pm, FREE 7-9pm, $3 Arena

Fieldhouse

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Pickleball Drop-in Play 9am-4pm 9am-Noon, $3 Fieldhouse

FRN Modular

Public Skate 3-4:45pm, FREE

Pickleball 7-9pm, $3

Arena

Fieldhouse

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10am-Noon Rec Complex

Pickleball 9am-Noon, $3 Fieldhouse

Drop-in Play 9am-4pm FRN Modular

Beyond the Bell 3-4:30pm, $2 Rec Complex

Remember to register for November’s PD day filed trip.

Public Skate 3-4:45pm, FREE

Pickleball 7-9pm, $3

October 30th is registration deadline.

29 Stay n’ Play

10am-Noon Rec Complex

Beyond the Bell Halloween Special 3-4:30pm, $2 Rec Complex

SATURDAY

Fieldhouse

9

Fall Special Event

Beyond the Bell 3-4:30pm, $2 Rec Complex

FRIDAY

Arena

Fieldhouse

30

Drop-in Play Pickleball 9am-4pm 9am-Noon, $3 Fieldhouse

FRN Modular

Public Skate 3-4:45pm, FREE

Pickleball 7-9pm, $3

Arena

Fieldhouse

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