2024 Spring/Summer Program & Activity Guide

Guide

Spring/Summer 2024

Program & Activity

To plant a garden is to believe in tomorrow

Outdoor Aquatics

Jump into the fun at our Outdoor Aquatic Centre!

Whether you're eager to master your strokes in swim lessons, soak up the sun during our Summer Solstice bash, or simply chillax in the hot tub, there's no shortage of splash-worthy fun waiting for you!

Community Events

Get ready for non-stop family fun this Spring & Summer! Dive into the excitement with us at Blackfalds Days, catch some air at the BMX Jump Jam, and groove to the beats during our Summer Culture Series performances!

Fitness Programs

Unleash your potential with our diverse range of offerings! Whether you're into energizing drop-in fitness, bonding with your little one in Strollersize, shaking it up in Zumba – we've got the perfect fit for your journey to a healthier, happier you.

Mayor 's Message

As we enter the warmer months of 2024, the community prepares to spend more time outside enjoying the many events and activities that we have in store the spring and summer, at the many facilities in Blackfalds, including our worldclass outdoor parks. The calendar of events once again is filled with exciting programs and activities for residents and visitors alike.

The Sterling Industries Sports Park (formerly All-Star Park) will be busy as usual hosting teams and tournaments from all over, and we are excited to welcome the 2024 Women’s National Fast Pitch Championships that will be hosted there in August.

Parks and playgrounds will be bustling with families, and although there will be some ongoing upgrades and addition construction, the trail system will be open and busy

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with activity. In particular, the community will see the final touches on the completion of the Iron Ridge Secondary Campus, and the associated recreational facilities that will be included with that campus, including the interconnected trails and football field.

I know we are all anticipating the opening of the Outdoor Aquatic Centre in May! This Spring/Summer the Abbey will have the many fitness classes, seniors and youth programs, and summer camps. We also welcome back the Summer Culture Series events for 2024!

Have a look at the events calendar as throughout the community we look forward to many great events, including the ever popular community garage sale, and others.

Are you looking to get involved, learn new skills, or just meet some other great people in the community? Consider

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volunteering for an event, as there are many opportunities for both young, and not so young to take part.

Stay up to date on all activities, initiatives and more on the Town website by visiting www.blackfalds.ca or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter, #myblackfalds, #visitblackfalds.

For all events, check out the Town's events calendar online at blackfalds.ca/events.

As always, keep in touch with your community leaders if you have thoughts or questions!

Mayor Jamie Hoover

Contents Spring & Summer 2024 Program & Activity Guide 04 Registration

31 Camp Curious

08 Adult Fitness

36 Community Events

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39 Sports, Leagues and Tournaments

Adult Wellness

13 Field House Drop-In Activities

43 Summer Culture Series

14 Drop-In Fitness

47 FCSS Youth Programs

17 Child Minding

48 Volunteer Services

18 Aquatics

52 Vibrant Living

21 Pool Schedule

56 Servus Credit Union Blackfalds Public Library

25 Swim Lessons

58 Community Directory

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REGISTRATION Abbey Centre Guest Services 4500 Womacks Rd 403.885.4039 guestservices@blackfalds.ca www.blackfalds.ca/abbeycentre Abbey Centre Mon - Fri 5:30 am - 10:00 pm Sat & Sun 7:00 am - 10:00 pm Visit the website for statutory holidays and closures Family & Community Support Services 5018 Waghorn St 403.600.9066 fcss@blackfalds.ca www.blackfalds.ca/fcss Blackfalds FCSS BlackfaldsFCSS Town of Blackfalds 5018 Waghorn St 403.885.4677 info@blackfalds.ca www.blackfalds.ca

Registration for Fitness, FCSS, and Arts & Culture programs

OPEN MARCH 15!

Register Online Our online registration system is a fast, easy and convenient method of viewing and registering for Town programs.

All users require an account to make use of online registration and manage memberships.

Users may set up their accounts online and if they require further assistance to please call the Abbey Centre 403.885.4039, or email guestservices@blackfalds.ca to setup an account.

To register online, go to blackfalds.ca/register

Town of Blackfalds @blackfalds TownofBlackfalds Eagle Builders Centre 5302 Broadway Ave www.blackfalds.ca/ebc Stay Connected with the Abbey!

Subscribe to the Abbey Centre Newsletter and stay up to date with all the latest news!

READY FOR POOL SEASON? AQUATICS ON PAGE 18!

Subscribe at: blackfalds.ca/abbeycentre

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Method of Payment We accept Abbey Centre gift cards, cash, cheques, debit, Apple and Google Pay, Visa, Mastercard, and Amex.

Cancellations Except for fitness classes with drop-in access, a minimum number of registrations must be completed for a class to run.

The Town reserves the right to cancel any course. Registrants will receive notice of cancellation prior to the course start date.

Wait List If a program is full, you may place your name on a wait list.

You will be contacted when space becomes available or if additional programs are added.

Refunds Full refunds are issued only when programs are cancelled by the Town of Blackfalds. Any refunds requested can be left as a credit on the account, for up to one year, for future use.

Additional refund information can be found online.

Activities Registrants can withdraw or transfer from activities up to 3 days prior to the start of the activity, and will be subject to an administration fee.

Memberships Annual Members can choose to freeze their account, provided that there is at least one week remaining on the membership.

Check out Page 20 for our Summer Pass Promotion!

Membership & Admission

All membership rates include GST. Annual passes are a one year commitment.

Memberships are available to all users regardless of community or county of residence.

All members and guests require a paid admission (wristband) to be in the Field House and the Outdoor Aquatic Centre (with the exception of rentals).

Membership Age Category

Single Admission

10-Punch Pass

Monthly

Annual

AMMP*

Infant (Under 1)

FREE

FREE

FREE

FREE

N/A

Toddler (1 & 2)

$1.00

$9.00

N/A

N/A

N/A

Child (3 to 7)

$5.00

$45.00

$26.25

$262.50

$21.88

Youth (8 to 12)

$5.50

$49.50

$28.88

$288.75

$24.07

Teen (13 to 17)

$6.50

$58.50

$34.13

$341.25

$28.44

Adult (18 to 59)

$9.00

$81.00

$47.25

$472.50

$39.38

Senior (60+)

$7.00

$63.00

$36.75

$367.50

$30.63

Senior Plus (75+)

FREE

FREE

FREE

FREE

N/A

Family **

$20.00

$180.00

$105.00

$1050.00

$87.50

* Automatic monthly charges to your credit card are available for annual and monthly on-going memberships. Visa Debit or MC Debit are also accepted.

Annual memberships purchased on the Monthly Payment Plan cannot be cancelled or transferred. **Max of 5 members per household. Two can be adult/senior. Additional under 18 memberships may be added at a 50% discount.

An Abbey Centre Annual Membership has its perks!

Abbey Centre Annual memberships not only give you access to all the amenities the facility has to offer, it also provides: • Early registration for all programs • Eligibility for monthly payment via credit or credit/ debit card • Two complimentary day passes upon membership renewal or activation • Unlimited access to drop-in fitness • Ability to "hold" membership • Renew memberships online

Visit blackfalds.ca/abbeycentre for more details!

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WEEKtoWELLNESS

Sign out a week’s pass to the Abbey Centre with your library membership!

Passes available for Senior, Adult, Child, Youth, Teen, and Family!

family teen youth child adult senior Servus Credit Union Blackfalds Public Library Eagle Builders Centre 5302 Broadway Ave 403.885.2343

Abbey Platinum Master Built Centre 4500 Womacks Rd blackfalds.ca/abbey-centre 403.885.4039

Abbey Platinum Master Built

Go Green with Recycle 4 Reward!

Recycle your Abbey Centre wristbands for a chance to win a gift card from a Recycle 4 Reward (R4R) participating business or an Abbey Centre gift card worth $75!

Simply write your name and phone number on the back of your wristband and drop it in the red dropbox located in the front lobby.

Winners are announced on the first of the month.

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Get your company brand out to thousands of visitors to the Abbey Centre!

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Thank you to all the businesses that have made this program a success!

If you are interested in becoming a R4R participating business, please contact Cindy at 403.885.0122 or creeves@blackfalds.ca

MARCH 25 - 31

Abbey Platinum Master Built

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Ch rs to 10 years!

Year Anniversary

Family-friendly events, contests, daily giveaways, and prize draws

Visit www.blackfalds.ca/abbeycentre for all the anniversary details.

COMMUNITY CARE

Helping People Find Their Strength

PEOPLE SUPPORTING PEOPLE. Those who would like to can contribute to our Community Care Account.

This account will be used to provide those who might need a little extra support with a complimentary day admission.

We want to help sprinkle kindness around!

Please contact Guest Services for entire program information. guestservices@blackfalds.ca

403.885.4039 4500 Womacks Rd

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ADULT FITNESS Strollersize

Beginner Spin

Hatha Yoga

This fun social class on the track has a brisk-pace which will challenge you to increase your cardio and strength using circuit training techniques.

Emphasis will be placed on safe postpartum movement and core/pelvic strength. All fitness levels welcome.

Please bring a water bottle & ensure all stroller wheels are clean prior to going on the track.

Remove the fear with this 60-minute beginner ride.

You will learn all the basics including proper bike setup, RPM’s, terminology, and how to progress forward in your riding.

All fitness levels welcome.

Please bring indoor shoes, water bottle & sweat rag.

Move your body slowly and deliberately into different poses that challenge your strength and flexibility, while at the same time focusing on relaxation and mindfulness!

Hatha Yoga places a special emphasis on controlled breathing and posture to build core strength.

Please bring a yoga mat & water bottle.

Instructor: Jessica Cottonwood Meadows Running Track Level 3 | Abbey Centre 4500 Womacks Rd Session 1 | $42.00 Mon | Apr 8, 15, 22, 29, May 6 10:10 - 11:00 am Session 2 | $33.60 Mon | May 13, 27, Jun 3, 10 No class May 20 10:10 - 11:00 am Session 1 | $42.00 Mon | Apr 8, 15, 22, 29, May 6 11:10 am - 12:00 pm

Instructor: Erin & Diana Cottonwood Meadows Running Track Level 3 | Abbey Centre 4500 Womacks Rd Session 1 | $42.00 Mon | Apr 8, 15, 22, 29, May 6 5:15 - 6:15 pm Session 2 | $33.60 Mon | May 13, 27, Jun 3, 10 No class May 20 5:15 - 6:15 pm Session 1 | $42.00 Wed | Apr 10, 17, 24, May 1, 8 5:30 - 6:30 pm Session 2 | $42.00 Wed | May 15, 22, 29, Jun 5, 12 5:30 - 6:30 pm

Session 2 | $33.60 Mon | May 13, 27, Jun 3, 10 No class May 20 11:10 am - 12:00 pm

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Instructor: Nancy Border Paving Fitness Studio 1 Level 2 | Abbey Centre 4500 Womacks Rd Session 1 | $42.00 Mon | Apr 8, 15, 22, 29, May 6 7:30 - 8:30 pm Session 2 | $33.60 Mon | May 13, 27, Jun 3, 10 No class May 20 7:30 - 8:30 pm

Spin 30 : 30

Pound

Move & Motivate

Get the best of both worlds with Spin 30 : 30. Complete your 30-minute ride with 30 minutes of strength training and muscle conditioning.

Followed by 30 minutes of strength training, using Bosu, weights, bands and balls.

The sky’s the limit with this total body class.

Please bring indoor shoes, water bottle & sweat rag.

Channel your inner rockstar with this full body cardiojam session inspired by the infectious, energizing, and sweat-dripping fun of playing the drums!

Please bring a water bottle.

This fun and low impact class gives you a good sweat while you move to a mix of aerobics, upbeat barre and jazzercize styles.

Please bring a water bottle.

Instructor: Jodie

Border Paving Fitness Studio 1 Level 2 | Abbey Centre 4500 Womacks Rd

Instructor: Jessica Cottonwood Meadows Running Track Level 3 | Abbey Centre 4500 Womacks Rd Session 1 | $42.00 Tue | Apr 9, 16, 23, 30, May 7 9:30 - 10:30 am Session 2 | $42.00 Tue | May 14, 21, 28, Jun 4, 11 9:30 - 10:30 am

Border Paving Fitness Studio 1 Level 2 | Abbey Centre 4500 Womacks Rd Session 1 | $31.50 Tue | Apr 9, 16, 23, 30, May 7 6:30 - 7:15 pm Session 2 | $31.50 Tue | May 14, 21, 28, Jun 4, 11 6:30 - 7:15 pm

Dance Beatz From pop to rock to hip hop, this class includes a variety of music to get you up and dancing too! No experience required to enjoy this cardio class!

Please bring a water bottle.

Instructor: Jodie

Any unregistered spots will be open for Drop-In Access.

Starts at 8:00 pm on the eve before the class and closes when class starts.

For more info about Drop-In Access for registered classes check out the website blackfalds.ca/register

Border Paving Fitness Studio 1 Level 2 | Abbey Centre 4500 Womacks Rd Session 1 | $42.00 Tue | Apr 9, 16, 23, 30, May 7 7:30 - 8:30 pm Session 2 | $42.00 Tue | May 14, 21, 28, Jun 4, 11 7:30 - 8:30 pm

Instructor: Audra

Session 1 | $42.00 Wed | Apr 10, 17, 24, May 1, 8 6:00 - 7:00 pm Session 2 | $42.00 Wed | May 15, 22, 29, Jun 5, 12 6:00 - 7:00 pm

Yin Yoga Yin Yoga is a gentle, quiet, relaxing yet powerful class that targets the connective tissues of the body that normally are not targeted as much in more active styles of yoga practice.

Each posture during this class is held for long periods of time to encourage the slow and safe opening of connective tissues.

It is the perfect balance to a more yang class.

Please bring a yoga mat & water bottle.

Instructor: Nancy Border Paving Fitness Studio 1 Level 2 | Abbey Centre 4500 Womacks Rd Session 1 | $42.00 Wed | Apr 10, 17, 24, May 1, 8 8:00 - 9:00 pm Session 2 | $42.00 Wed | May 15, 22, 29, Jun 5, 12 8:00 - 9:00 pm |

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Zumba

Body Blast Bootcamp

Come join the party! Zumba gets you dancing and moving all the while getting a full body workout. This class requires no dance experience and is instructor led with easy to follow steps. The class will feature specific leg, arm, ab and glute workouts.

Please bring a water bottle.

This class combines cardio and resistance training to tone and sculpt the body. This workout is ideal to increase your cardio and develop muscle as you will get a complete body workout.

Please bring a yoga mat & water bottle.

Instructor: Jodie Border Paving Fitness Studio 1 Level 2 | Abbey Centre 4500 Womacks Rd Session 1 | $42.00 Thu | Apr 11, 18, 25, May 2, 9 6:45 - 7:45 pm Session 2 | $42.00 Thu | May 16, 23, 30, Jun 6, 13 6:45 - 7:45 pm

Instructor: Jodie & Avery Border Paving Fitness Studio 1 Level 2 | Abbey Centre 4500 Womacks Rd Session 1 | $42.00 Sat | Apr 13, 20, 27, May 4, 11 9:30 - 10:30 am Session 2 | $42.00 Sat | May 18, 25, Jun 1, 8, 15 9:30 - 10:30 am

Border Paving Fitness Centre With over 7,000 sq. ft. of high - end fitness and weight training equipment, the Border Paving Fitness Centre offers the ideal workout experience!

Fitness Centre Orientations Our Fitness Centre is not always staffed. Use of the centre and the equipment is at your own risk. Please exercise safely and sign-up for an orientation to ensure proper use of equipment.

Youth 12 - 17 years of age are required to have an orientation and shoe tag before accessing the fitness centre or indoor track.

Registration for fitness programs opens

March 15!

Thank you!

Youth 12 - 13 years of age must be accompanied by the adult who will be using the fitness centre or indoor track with them and are required to be in close proximity of the adult at all times.

Orientation Booking

For being an Abbey Centre Sponsor!

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To ensure proper use of equipment and to learn proper fitness centre etiquette, free orientations are available.

Orientations must be booked in advance by contacting 403.885.4039 or emailing trainer@blackfalds.ca.

Max 6 people per time slot.

ADULT WELLNESS Chakra Series

Stretch for Health

The chakras have a direct connection with physical, mental, and emotional health.

This is a 7 session workshop; focusing on asanas, mudras, and breathwork to facilitate the balancing of the chakras from root to crown.

Please bring a yoga mat & water bottle.

Enjoy this gentle class to increase mobility, flexibility, and balance within the body. In this class you will develop overall posture and unwind the body with breath and movement.

All fitness levels welcome.

Please bring a yoga mat & water bottle.

Instructor: Brittany Border Paving Fitness Studio 1 Level 2 | Abbey Centre 4500 Womacks Rd Session 1 | $58.50 Mon | Apr 8, 15, 22, May 6, 13, 27, June 3 No class Apr 29, May 20 6:00 - 7:00 pm

Instructor: Nancy Border Paving Fitness Studio 1 Level 2 | Abbey Centre 4500 Womacks Rd Session 1 | $21.00 Wed | Apr 10, 17, 24, May 1, 8 7:15 - 7:45 pm Session 2 | $21.00 Wed | May 15, 22, 29, Jun 5, 12 7:15 - 7:45 pm

Restorative & Nidra Yoga 30 minutes of Restorative Yoga helps to open facia, prevent injury, and increase mobility.

It passively stretches the body without tension or strain on the muscles, ligaments, and tendons to promote flexibility, improve range of movement and create space in the joints. Restorative Yoga promotes well being, helps with insomnia, blood pressure regulation, circulation, stress management, weight loss, letting go of doing and just being.

30 minutes of Nidra works well with Restorative as it works on the Central Nervous System to help relax the body from the inside out. Relaxation is the goal here. It is suggested that 30 minutes of Yoga Nidra is the equivalent of 3-4 hours of sleep.

Please bring a small pillow, light blanket, mat and water bottle.

Instructor: Nancy Border Paving Fitness Studio 1 Level 2 | Abbey Centre 4500 Womacks Rd Session 1 | $42.00 Thu | Apr 11, 18, 25, May 2, 9 8:00 - 9:00 pm Session 2 | $42.00 Thu | May 16, 23, 30, Jun 6, 13 8:00 - 9:00 pm

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3 sessions = 5% discount 5 sessions = 10% discount 10 sessions = 15% discount 20 sessions = 20% discount

**The discount has already been applied to the prices**

Session

Personal Training

Partner Training

1

$50.00

$75.00

3

$142.50

$213.75

5

$225.00

$337.50

10

$425.00

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Terms & Conditions • Payment is required in full at the time of purchase. Training sessions cannot be booked until after payment has been received.

• Training sessions have no expiry date. Training sessions are valid until the guest has used all sessions purchased.

• Training sessions are not eligible for refunds, unless for medical reasons, in which case a doctor’s note will be required at the time of cancellation. The client will be only reimbursed on sessions not used.

• The value of the training session(s)cannot be transferred to another Abbey Centre product or purchase.

• Training Sessions cannot be transferred to another person.

Field House Drop-In Activities The Abbey Centre offers daily drop-in activities in Field House 2.

Special events or facility bookings may require the entire space.

Schedule changes may occur at any time. *All field house drop-in participants require paid admission to the Abbey Centre.

Times

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat/Sun Holidays

9:00 am - 12:30 pm

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Get your body moving and the heart pumping! Each class offers a different, but always fun, challenge, combining a range of high-intensity aerobic and body-weight exercises.

Combining cardio training and resistance to tone and sculpt your body. These full body workouts are ideal for losing fat as they target each muscle group.

With a focus on building muscle using targeted exercises to strengthen quads and hamstrings and tone your abs and glutes.

STRENGTH & STRETCH

BOOTCAMP: CIRCUIT

This class will improve muscle definition starting with 45 minutes of strength exercises, followed by 15 minutes of stretching to relax the muscles and have you feeling great.

This bootcamp combines cardiovascular and strength training exercises while keeping your body moving using weights, tubing, exercise balls and more.

Arrive early to secure your spot!

ABBEY CENTRE

*No 6:00 - 6:45 am classes Apr 22 - May 17* All Drop-in Fitness classes are in Fitness Studio 1.

No classes on Stat Holidays.

4500 Womacks Rd

403.885.4039

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for Drop-In Access to Registered Fitness Classes Exclusively at the Abbey Centre

How Does Drop-In Work?

To attend various fitness classes, you can either get a punch pass or pay for a day pass. If you're already an Abbey member, you get to enjoy drop-in classes for free!

Book Your Spot

Secure your place in the class you want by registering by 8 pm the day before.

You can easily create an account online at blackfalds.ca/register or visit the Abbey Centre in person.

Don't worry; we'll help you set up your account if needed! Just call 403.885.4039 or email guestservices@blackfalds.ca during business hours. Please note that drop-in registrations cannot be done over the phone or via email.

Check In & Pay

Members, once you've reserved your spot, make sure to check in. Guests need to visit Guest Services to pay for regular admission before the class begins. We accept Abbey Centre gift cards, cash, debit cards, Visa, and Mastercard. Everyone will receive a wristband and drop-in access card.

Drop-In & Enjoy Your Class

Please arrive on time! There will be no access to the class if you arrive more than 15 minutes late.

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Access to other 3rd level equipment is not included.

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Limit of 1 per membership.

Child Minding Access to the Fitness Centre, drop-in activities and programs are that much easier with our Child Minding service!

Children aged 3 months - 10 years Limited to max. 3 hours/day.

Exceeding any time over the pre-booked time will be subject to another half hour charge.

Spring Hours Mon - Thurs

8:30 am - 2:00 pm 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Fri

8:30 am - 2:00 pm

Sat, Sun & Holidays

Closed

Summer Hours (Jul 2 - Aug 30) Mon - Fri

8:00 am - 12:00 pm

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Sat, Sun REGISTER & NOW Closed Holidays

Please PRE-BOOK your spot as spaces are limited!

Call Guest Services 403-885-4039

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AQUATICS The McKay Ranch Aquatic Centre is ready to welcome you for a summer of adventure, discovery and fun in the sun!

Open for the Summer Season MAY 17 - SEP 2, 2024 Website

www.blackfalds.ca/aquatics

Email

guestservices@blackfalds.ca

Call 403.885.4039 Visit 4500 Womacks Rd Blackfalds, AB

Program Registration Registration for aquatic programs starts May 1, 2024.

Go to blackfalds.ca/register to register online.

Cancellations and Withdrawals The McKay Ranch Outdoor Aquatic Centre reserves the right to cancel any registered swim program due to: • Insufficient registration numbers • Unforeseen safety considerations • Facility or equipment failure • Inclement weather conditions including a high Air Quality Index rating (8 or higher)

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The McKay Ranch Outdoor Aquatic Centre will try to combine or adjust swim programs prior to cancelling the swim program.

You will be contacted by phone or email prior to the start of the swim program to inform you of any program adjustments or cancellations.

A full refund or credit will be provided for any swim program that is cancelled.

Rainy Days Lessons will still operate as normal on rainy days and children will be expected to participate in their swim lessons on those days. If the parent/legal guardian decides not to attend because of rain, the child will be marked absent and no refund or make up class will be scheduled.

Spring & Summer 2024 Program & Activity Guide

Extreme Weather In case of lightning or extreme weather, swim classes will be cancelled until it is safe to enter the Aquatic Centre again. No refund or make-up classes will be offered.

The pool will close at the first sight of lightning or rumble of thunder and will re-open 30 minutes after the last sound of thunder or lightning strike.

Swim Program Transfers All swim program transfers need to be completed at least three (3) days prior to start of program. After that time transfers will no longer be accepted.

Transfers are subject to swim program availability.

Aquatic Centre General Rules Deep End Requirements Children 12 and under are only permitted to swim in the deep end of the pool if they are able to perform a front swim for two widths of the Jr. Olympic pool with or without a life jacket.

Children who can complete the swim will receive a wristband to indicate they are safe to swim in the deep end. Whether a life jacket is required or not, children ages 7 and under must have a supervisor in the water within arms reach of them at all times.

Pool Contaminations If a pool is contaminated with fecal matter, vomit or blood, the affected pool must be cleaned with highly concentrated chlorine to kill any bacteria. Cleaning can take anywhere from 30 min. to 24 hrs., depending on the type of contamination.

To help reduce the risk of contamination, anyone who is incontinent must wear a swim diaper. Children who are being potty trained should be encouraged to use the bathroom prior to entering the pool and take frequent bathroom breaks during swimming. A cleansing shower must be taken after each bathroom break to ensure no fecal matter is transferred to the pool.

Please help keep our pools clean!

If you notice a contamination inform a lifeguard as soon as possible.

This is not a complete list. All rules are posted at the Aquatic Centre. For any clarification talk with a lifeguard or contact the Aquatic Coordinator at 403.885.0183.

• All guests must wear the appropriate wristband while using the Aquatic Centre.

• If you have a medical condition such as epilepsy, heart condition, or diabetes that could be triggered while visiting the facility, please notify a lifeguard.

• To keep the pool clean for all users, all guests are required to take a shower in order to remove all sweat, lotions, hair products and deodorants.

• “Little Swimmers” brand swim diapers or plastic pants are required for children who are not toilet trained and can be purchased at Guest Services.

• Water in a plastic container is the only beverage allowed to be consumed on the pool deck outside the designated patio area.

• Mobile Meals & Munchies food is the only food allowed to be consumed in the designated eating area, all other food and beverages need to be consumed inside the Abbey Centre or out in the green spaces around the Abbey Centre.

• Children under 48" must go down the slides with an adult or supervisor.

See blackfalds.ca/ aquatics for a detailed list of waterslide rules.

• The Abbey Centre is a gum-free facility.

• Any person with a communicable disease or infection is not permitted to use the aquatic centre.

• All guests, including parents with small children, regardless of age, must change in our facility change rooms, not on the pool deck.

• Pool equipment/toys are not allowed in the hot tub.

• Please remember that the hot tub is a pool for relaxation and therapy, not a play pool.

• Hot tub capacity is 30 people.

Life jackets are available on the pool deck at no charge.

Supervision Guidelines Children 7 and under must be accompanied by a responsible supervisor that is at least 13 years of age and must at all times be within arms reach in the water and on the pool deck.

Child to Supervisor ratio in the Aquatic Centre is 4:1.

For more information email aquatics@blackfalds.ca.

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Celebrate 10 YEARS of the McKay Ranch Outdoor Aquatic Centre with a

2024 SUMMER PASS!

· On sale from May 15 - 31 · · Valid for the duration of the Summer 2024 Pool Season · · Receive 109 days of access for the price of 90! · * One Summer Pass per age group/family

ABBEY CENTRE

Sponsorship Opportunities 10-Year Commitment (Based on Annual Payments)

Running Track $10,000/year

Level 2 Indoor Walking Trail $5,000/year

Fitness Centre $10,000/year

Dinosaur Playground $3,000/year

Outdoor Aquatic Centre $10,000/year

7 Field House Banners $2,500/year

Indoor Play Space $10,000/year

4 Field House Changerooms $2,500/year

Program Room $5,000/year

4 Pedestal Picnic Tables $3,000/each

www.blackfalds.ca/m/abbey-centre/abbey-sponsors-partners

POOL SCHEDULES Spring | May 17 - June 30 | Mon - Fri Mon - Fri

6:30 - 9:00 am

Jr. Olympic Pool

Leisure Pool

Hot Tub

Spray Park

(Weekdays)

(Weekdays)

(Weekdays)

(Weekdays)

Lane Swim

Closed

Open

Closed

Public Swim

Public Swim

9:00 - 10:00 am

Public Swim

11:00 am - 12:30 pm

Preschool Lessons

12:30 - 4:30 pm

Public Swim Lessons

4:30 - 5:30 pm

5:45 - 7:15 pm

Public Swim

Lessons

Public Swim

Lessons Public Swim

7:00 - 8:30 pm

Public Swim

Weekend Public Swim (All Areas) | Sat & Sun | 10:00 am – 8:30 pm

Spring Schedule Notes: • Lessons May 27 – Jun 26 Monday/Wednesdays May 28 – Jun 27 Tuesdays/Thursdays • Lessons will be in the Teach Pod in the Leisure Pool from 11:00 am - 12:30 pm & 4:30 – 5:30 pm

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Lessons will be in the Jr. Olympic Pool from 5:45 – 7:15 pm Entire pool closed for lessons during this time.

Stat Holiday Hours Victoria Day May 20 | 11 am – 7 pm

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Summer | July 1 - September 2 | Mon - Fri Mon - Fri

6:30 - 8:00 am

Jr. Olympic

Leisure Pool

Lane Swim

Closed

(Weekdays)

(Weekdays)

Hot Tub

(Weekdays)

Spray Park (Weekdays)

Closed 7:45 - 10:00 am

Lessons

10:15 - 12:15 pm

Lessons (Camp Curious)

Lessons

Public Swim Public Swim 12:15 pm - 8:30 pm

Public Swim

Public Swim

Weekend Public Swim (All Areas) | Sat & Sun | 10:00 am – 8:30 pm

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SuperKids Triathlon | Jul 6 Pool closed until noon.

Camp Curious Lessons | Aug 26 - 30 10:15 am - 12:15 pm

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Stat Holiday Hours Canada Day Jul 1 | 11 am – 7 pm Civic Holiday Aug 5 | 11 am – 7 pm Labour Day Sep 2 | 11 am – 5 pm

MCKAY RANCH OUTDOOR AQUATIC CENTRE VOLUNTEER PROGRAM The McKay Ranch Outdoor Aquatic Centre is recruiting volunteers who are at least 14 years of age wanting to gain experience in working in an aquatic setting.

Volunteers should be outgoing, high energy, dynamic people who want to start their career in the aquatic industry and are working on achieving their certificates to gain employment.

Possessing a Bronze Cross award is an asset.

For more information email aquatics@blackfalds.ca.

Summer Solstice at the

Outdoor Aquatic Centre

Join us for music, games & prizes as we celebrate the longest night of the year!

Friday, June 21, 2024

4:00 - 8:00 pm *Weather permitting

Abbey Centre | 4500 Womacks Rd

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Red Cross Swim to Lifesaving Society Transfer Charts What was the last level you completed? Register next in...

Red Cross: Preschool

Swim for → Lifesaving: Life Preschool

Starfish

Parent & Tot 1

Duck

Parent & Tot 2

Sea Turtle

Parent & Tot 3

Sea Otter

Preschool 1

Salamander

Preschool 2

Sunfish

Preschool 3

Crocodile

Preschool 4

Whale

Preschool 5

4 - 12 mths

12 - 24 mths

2 - 3 yrs

3 - 5 yrs

3 - 5 yrs

3 - 5 yrs

3 - 5 yrs

3 - 5 yrs

Swimmer 1 or 2* (If 5 yrs or older)

*If the child fails Preschool 5, they move to Swimmer 1.

If they pass Preschool 5, they move to Swimmer 2.

For full details on RCS to LSS Transfer Charts visit blackfalds.ca/aquatics

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Red Cross: Swim Kids

Swim for → Lifesaving: Life 6 yrs +

Swim Kids 1

Swimmer 1

Swim Kids 2

Swimmer 2

Swim Kids 3

Swimmer 3

Swim Kids 4

Swimmer 3

Swim Kids 5

Swimmer 4

Swim Kids 6

Swimmer 5

Swim Kids 7

Swimmer 6

Swim Kids 8 Swim Kids 9 Swim Kids 10

Canadian Swim Patrol** · Rookie · Ranger · Star

**Anyone who has completed Red Cross Swim Kids 7-10, should enroll into the Canadian Swim Patrol.

If they have passed all the Canadian Swim Patrol, then they are to start their advanced Bronze Courses.

SWIM LESSONS Learn to swim with Swim for Life. An accessible, flexible, and success-orientated program with a focus on fun! Certified instructors ensure swimmers get lots of in-water practice in every lesson. Swim for Life is a comprehensive swim program with streams for swimmers at every stage of life.

PARENT & TOT | $50 Parent & Tot classes provide an opportunity for parents and children to enjoy inwater interaction in a fun and social setting. Focusing on the importance of play and developing water positive attitudes and skills, children gain valuable exposure to being in and around the water.

Parents will learn to be Water Smart to keep themselves and their child safe in any aquatic setting. Activities and progressions in Parent & Tot are based on developmental stages.

Register at the appropriate level based on the age of the child.

PRESCHOOL | 3-5 YEARS | $50 Preschool gives children an early start on learning to swim.

Children 3-5 years old will have fun while gaining foundational water skills and become comfortable in the water. Water Smart education is incorporated into all Preschool levels to support children in learning how to keep themselves safe in and around the water.

PARENT & TOT 1

PARENT & TOT 3

4 - 12 months Prerequisite to register: Babies are able to hold their head up.

Parents and babies will explore the water together under the watchful eyes of their instructor.

They will learn how to safely enter and exit the water and work on getting ready to discover the water safely.

Parents will learn how to safely support their child while they play.

2 - 3 years Prerequisite to register: Age is the only condition for entering this level.

Parents will work towards supporting their toddlers in becoming more independent in the water. Getting in, getting out, going under, and floating, parents and toddlers will be introduced to different iterations of these fundamental skills.

Successful completion criteria: Participant-based with no formal evaluation

PARENT & TOT 2 12 - 24 months Prerequisite to register: Age is the only condition for entering this level.

Instructors will lead sessions to help parents with children learn basic water safety skills in a welcoming environment.

Parents are taught how to support their child with assisted entries and exits into water and support them in learning to float and kick. They can celebrate together when the child can get their face wet and blow bubbles for the first time.

Successful completion criteria: Participant-based with no formal evaluation

Successful completion criteria: Participant-based with no formal evaluation

PRESCHOOL 1 3 - 5 years Prerequisite to register: Successful completion of the Parent & Tot 3 level or be 3 years of age.

Preschoolers will be assisted by their instructor when learning to enter and exit water safely, jump into chest deep water, and put their faces in the water to blow bubbles. Becoming comfortable with floats and glides and moving safely in shallow water while wearing lifejackets will help them gain confidence with their water skills.

Successful completion criteria: Progress to Preschool 2

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PRESCHOOL 2

PRESCHOOL 4

3 - 5 years Prerequisite to register: Successful completion of the Preschool 1 level.

Preschoolers will work on becoming more independent with their water skills. Some of these skills include jumping into chest deep water unassisted, submerging and exhaling underwater, and floating and gliding with various buoyant aids. They will be introduced to lateral rollovers and practice their flutter kick on their backs.

3 - 5 years Prerequisite to register: Successful completion of the Preschool 3 level.

Preschoolers will gain some independence in deep water.

They will practice jumping into deeper water (including getting out by themselves), sideways entries, and opening their eyes underwater. These swimmers in training will work on completing 5m of front crawl in their lifejackets and work on their ability to tread water.

Successful completion criteria: Progress to Preschool 3

Successful completion criteria: Progress to Preschool 5

PRESCHOOL 3

PRESCHOOL 5

3 - 5 years Prerequisite to register: Successful completion of the Preschool 2 level.

Preschoolers will kick and glide their way through the water on their fronts and backs. They will work on retrieving objects from the bottom in water that is waist deep, and work towards mastering their floats, rollovers, glides, and kicks. In this level they work their way into deeper water for side entries and jumping in with their lifejackets on.

3 - 5 years Prerequisite to register: Successful completion of the Preschool 4 level.

Preschoolers will work towards achieving important swimming milestones. They will work on being able to support themselves treading in deep water for 10 seconds and complete 5 m swims with front crawl and back crawl.

Wearing a lifejacket, they will practice forward roll entries into deep water, learn to whip kick in a vertical position, and be introduced to interval training.

Successful completion criteria: Progress to Preschool 4

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Successful completion criteria: Progress to Swimmer 1

Ages 6 and older are eligible to start the Swimmer Program!

Talk to staff to see what level to transfer to!

Registration for all age groups starts MAY 1, 2024

SWIM LESSONS

SWIMMER | 6 - 12 YEARS | $55 Swimmer is a 6-level, successoriented learn to swim program for children 6 - 12 years old.

There is a prominent focus on in-water swimming practice as swimmers learn fundamental strokes and skills, mastering them as they progress through the program. Swimmers also learn how to be safe in, on, and around the water through Water Smart education incorporated into every level.

CANADIAN SWIM PATROL | $60 The Canadian Swim Patrol program provides enriched training for those who are ready to go beyond learn-to-swim.

Swim Patrol has three levels: Rookie, Ranger, and Star. These programs continue to develop participants’ swim strokes and provide the skill foundation that prepares them for success in the Society’s Bronze Medal awards.

Each level of the Canadian Swim Patrol program has three modules: Water Proficiency, First Aid, and Recognition & Rescue.

SWIMMER 1

SWIMMER 4

Building the foundation of swimming skill development beginner swimmers will gain confidence in the water as they learn safe entries into various depths of water, treading water in a lifejacket, opening their eyes underwater, and breath control. Once they have learned their floats, rollovers, glides, and kicks from front to back, they will front crawl their way into the next level.

Swimmers will move from a beginner to intermediate swimming level. Swimmers will complete standing dives, tread water for 1 minute, and work towards being able to swim underwater for 5 m. Swimmers will achieve the Swim to Survive standard by being able to roll into deep water, tread water for 1 minute, and swim 50m.

In addition to improving their front crawl, back crawl, and whip kick, swimmers will be introduced to breaststroke.

SWIMMER 2 Swimmers will gain comfort in deeper water by jumping in, learning their sideways entry, and treading water without a lifejacket. Swimmers will be challenged by the introduction of various skills including, flutter kick on their front, back, and side, vertical whip kick with an aid, and swimming front crawl and back crawl for 10 m. Swimmers will get to work on their Swim to Survive skills and be introduced to interval training.

SWIMMER 3 Swimmers will make a splash with their kneeling dives and forward roll entries.

Swimmers will be challenged with the introduction to more difficult (but fun) skills such as handstands in shallow water and front somersaults (in water). Increased time and distance components are incorporated for skills learned such as flutter kick on front and back, whip kick on back, front and back crawl, and interval training.

SWIMMER 5 Swimmers will be challenged with a whole new set of skills; shallow dives, tuck jumps (cannonball entries), eggbeater kick, and backward somersaults (in water). Technique and endurance will also receive greater focus as swimmers will need to complete longer distance swims and interval training sessions for all their strokes.

SWIMMER 6 As the final level in the Swimmer program, swimmers will build up their advanced skill set. Swimmers will work towards mastering stride entries, compact jumps, and lifesaving kicks. They will also refine their strokes to increase their swimming strength, power, and endurance - critical for success in the 300 m workout required to complete the level.

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ROOKIE PATROL Develops individual fitness levels to meet a timed 100m swim and 350m workout. Water proficiency skills include: swims with clothes, ready position, foot-first and head-first surface dives. Demonstrating an ability to conduct a primary assessment and initiating EMS are included as first aid skills. Victim recognition and throwing assists are other key elements of the program.

RANGER PATROL Enhances capability in the water, including stride entry, underwater forward and backward somersaults, lifesaving eggbeater kick and increased fitness levels to meet a 200m timed swim. Rescue skills involve an increased skill level in first aid basics, victim recognition and non-contact rescues.

STAR PATROL An excellent preparation for the Bronze Star award, Star Patrol demands good physical conditioning and lifesaving judgment. Participants develop lifesaving and first aid skills; further refine front crawl, back crawl and breaststroke (100m each); and complete 600m workouts and for 300m timed swims

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Private Swim Lessons Check swim lesson schedule for available times Great for people of all ages who want to develop their swim skills, require one-on-one attention, or youth who have one or two items left in their swim level.

The instructor will work directly with you to achieve your swimming goals.

In cases of extreme weather, private swim lessons will be rescheduled.

30-minute lesson $25

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LESSON SCHEDULES Classes take place in the Leisure and Jr. Olympic pools. See details in Pool Schedule.

Spring #1 | May 27 - June 26 | Monday & Wednesday 4:30 - 5:00 pm

Preschool 3 & 4

Preschool 1

Preschool 2

Private Lessons

5:00 - 5:30 pm

Parent & Tot 1, 2 & 3

Preschool 3

Preschool 2

Preschool 1

5:45 - 6:30 pm

Swimmer 4

Swimmer 5

Swimmer 1

6:30 - 7:15 pm

Swimmer 6

Swimmer 3

Swimmer 2

Swim Patrol Rookie, Ranger & Star 5:30 - 6:30 pm Private Lessons

Spring #2 | May 28 - June 27 | Tuesday & Thursday 4:30 - 5:00 pm

Preschool 1 & 2

Preschool 3 & 4

Parent & Tot 1, 2 & 3

Preschool 5

5:00 - 5:30 pm

Preschool 1

Preschool 2

Preschool 3

Private Lessons

5:45 - 6:15 pm

Swimmer 2

Swimmer 4

Swimmer 6

Private Lessons

Swimmer 5

Swim Patrol Rookie, Ranger & Star 6:15 - 7:15 pm

6:30 - 7:15 pm

Swimmer 1

Swimmer 3

Registration for Aquatics starts May 1, 2024

* In person early registration for Abbey Centre's Annual Members starts April 28.

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LESSON SCHEDULES Spring Daytime Lessons

Spring Daytime Lessons

Monday & Wednesday

Tuesday & Thursday

May 27 - June 26

May 28 - June 27

11:00 - 11:30 am

Preschool 1

Preschool 3

11:00 - 11:30 am

Preschool 2

Parent & Tot 1, 2 & 3

11:30 am - 12:00 pm

Preschool 2

Preschool 4

11:30 am - 12:00 pm

Preschool 1

Preschool 4

12:00 - 12:30 pm

Preschool 5

Parent & Tot 1, 2 & 3

12:00 - 12:30 pm

Preschool 3

Preschool 5

Registration for Aquatics starts May 1, 2024

* In person early registration for Abbey Centre's Annual Members starts April 28.

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CC Minis Ages 3 - 5

Mon - Fri | 1:30 - 4:30 pm $100/Week | $80 for Week 1 & 6 Every week of camp features a special theme, plus lots of sports, games, crafts and more! **Children must be fully potty trained to attend**

Ages 6-7 (20 spots available) Ages 8-11 (30 spots available)

Limited to 10 spots / week EXTENDED CARE NOT AVAILABLE

Weekly Camp Themes Week | Dates

Camp Curious

Camp Curious Mini

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Oh Canada Fantastic Beasts Space Exploration Into the Wild Go for Gold Island Explorer Blow it Up Totally 80’s Movie Madness

Backyard Adventures Outside the Box Colour Me Excited The Power of Yet Once Upon a Time Under the Sun Rainbows and Sunflowers Imagination Station No Camp

Jul 2 - 5* Jul 8 - 12 Jul 15 - 19 Jul 22 - 26 Jul 29 - Aug 2 Aug 6 - 9* Aug 12 - 16 Aug 19 - 23 Aug 26 - 30

Registration opens May 1, 2024

Mon - Fri | 8:30 am - 4:30 pm $187.50/Week | $150 for Week 1 & 6 Each week features a special camp theme, Lifesaving Society swim lessons, sports, games, crafts, field trips and more!

EXTENDED CARE AVAILABLE Early care | 8:00 – 8:30 am | $13.50 Late care | 4:30 – 5:30 pm | $27

HURRY LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE!

*No swim lessons

Now with 10 more spots per week for ages 6-11!

*In person early registration for Abbey Centre’s Annual Members starts April 28.

For more information email camps@blackfalds.ca

www.blackfalds.ca/camps

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Summer #1 | July 2 - 12 | Monday - Friday INSTRUCTOR 1

INSTRUCTOR 2

INSTRUCTOR 3

INSTRUCTOR 4

Preschool 5 8:00 - 8:30 am

Swimmer 4 7:45 - 8:30 am

Swimmer 1 8:00 - 8:45 am

Swimmer 6 8:30 - 9:15 am

Swimmer 6 8:30 - 9:15 am

Preschool 1 8:45 - 9:15 am

Preschool 2 9:15 - 9:45 am

Parent & Tot 1, 2 & 3 9:15 - 9:45 am

Preschool 3 9:15 - 9:45 am

Swimmer 5 9:00 - 9:45 am

Private Lesson 9:15 - 9:45 am

Camp Curious 10:15 - 12:15 pm

Camp Curious 10:15 - 12:15 pm

Camp Curious 10:15 - 12:15 pm

Camp Curious 10:15 - 12:15 pm

Camp Curious 10:15 - 12:15 pm

Swim Patrol 8:00 - 9:00 am

INSTRUCTOR 5 Preschool 4 8:00 - 8:30 am Swimmer 3 8:30 - 9:15 am

No Class Jul 1 | No Camp Curious Lessons Jul 2 - 5

Summer #2 | July 15 - 26 | Monday - Friday INSTRUCTOR 1

INSTRUCTOR 2

INSTRUCTOR 3

INSTRUCTOR 4

Preschool 3 8:00 - 8:30 am

Swimmer 6 7:45 - 8:30 am

Swimmer 3 8:00 - 8:45 am

Swimmer 1 8:30 - 9:15 am

Swimmer 5 8:30 - 9:15 am

Preschool 4 8:45 - 9:15 am

Preschool 1 9:15 - 9:45 am

Parent & Tot 1, 2 & 3 9:15 - 9:45 am

Preschool 5 9:15 - 9:45 am

Swimmer 2 9:00 - 9:45 am

Private Lesson 9:15 - 9:45 am

Camp Curious 10:15 - 12:15 pm

Camp Curious 10:15 - 12:15 pm

Camp Curious 10:15 - 12:15 pm

Camp Curious 10:15 - 12:15 pm

Camp Curious 10:15 - 12:15 pm

Swim Patrol 8:00 - 9:00 am

INSTRUCTOR 5 Preschool 2 8:00 - 8:30 am Swimmer 4 8:30 - 9:15 am

Registration for Aquatics starts May 1, 2024

* In person early registration for Abbey Centre's Annual Members starts April 28.

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Summer #3 | July 29 - August 9 | Monday - Friday INSTRUCTOR 1

INSTRUCTOR 2

INSTRUCTOR 3

INSTRUCTOR 4

INSTRUCTOR 5

Preschool 3 8:00 - 8:30 am

Swimmer 2 7:45 - 8:30 am

Swimmer 5 8:00 - 8:45 am

Swimmer 1 8:00 - 9:00 am

Preschool 5 8:00 - 8:30 am

Swimmer 6 8:30 - 9:15 am

Private Lessons 8:30 - 9:00 am

Preschool 2 8:45 - 9:15 am

Preschool 4 9:15 - 9:45 am

Swimmer 3 9:00 - 9:45 am

Parent & Tot 1, 2 & 3 9:15 - 9:45 am

Camp Curious 10:15 - 12:15 pm

Camp Curious 10:15 - 12:15 pm

Camp Curious 10:15 - 12:15 pm

Swim Patrol 8:45 - 9:45 am

Camp Curious 10:15 - 12:15 pm

Swimmer 4 8:30 - 9:15 am Preschool 1 9:15 - 9:45 am Camp Curious 10:15 - 12:15 pm

No Class Aug 5 | No Camp Curious Lessons Aug 6 - 9

Summer #4 | August 12 - 23 | Monday - Friday INSTRUCTOR 1

INSTRUCTOR 2

INSTRUCTOR 3

INSTRUCTOR 4

INSTRUCTOR 5

Private Lesson 8:00 - 8:30 am

Swimmer 6 7:45 - 8:30 am

Swimmer 3 8:00 - 8:45 am

Swimmer 4 8:00 - 9:00 am

Preschool 5 8:00 - 8:30 am

Swimmer 1 8:30 - 9:15 am

Swimmer 2 8:30 - 9:15 am

Preschool 1 8:45 - 9:15 am

Preschool 3 9:15 - 9:45 am

Preschool 4 9:00 - 9:45 am

Preschool 2 9:15 - 9:45 am

Camp Curious 10:15 - 12:15 pm

Camp Curious 10:15 - 12:15 pm

Camp Curious 10:15 - 12:15 pm

Swim Patrol 8:45 - 9:45 am

Camp Curious 10:15 - 12:15 pm

Swimmer 5 8:30 - 9:15 am Parent & Tot 1, 2 & 3 9:15 - 9:45 am Camp Curious 10:15 - 12:15 pm

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We can help you file your income tax return on time, & ensure you recieve all entitled federal and provincial credits and benefits.

TAXES FOR

FREE

FCSS Volunteers trained by the CRA can help file returns for individuals with low to modest incomes & with simple tax situations.

Your tax situation is not simple if you are: Self-employed, have business or rental income & expense, have capital gains or losses, have filed for bankruptcy, or are completing a tax return for a deceased person.

Please call Blackfalds FCSS at 403.600.9066.

SPRING & SUMMER COMMUNITY EVENTS SAT MAR 23

MAR 23 & 24

Family Easter Event

Little of This Spring Market

Free family fun including a BBQ, games and special visit from the Easter Bunny!

Noon - 2:00 pm Community Centre

Over 100 vendors and $2k in prizes! More info at littleofthismarket.com 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Abbey Centre

THU APR 18

APR 22 - MAY 4

Best of Blackfalds Volunteer Edition

Clean Up Blackfalds

Celebrate our dedicated volunteers, nominated for awards!

6:00 pm doors open Community Centre *RSVP by April 8

Pitch in and help clean up the community.

Register by calling at FCSS at 403.600.9066

THU MAY 2

Youth Recognition Night Celebrate our young volunteers and congratulate the award recipients.

6:00 pm doors open Community Centre *RSVP by April 22

MAY 25

JUN 3 - 9

Community Garage Sale Seniors' Week Sign up for the biggest garage Honour and recognize all that sale in town! seniors have contributed to our community.

Register by May 25 at events@blackfalds.ca 9:00 am - 3:00 pm *Kick it to the Curb May 26 from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm 36 |

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JUN 13 - 16

FRI JUN 21

Blackfalds Days

Summer Solstice

A fun-filled weekend for the whole family!

Featuring Councillor's pancake breakfast, parade, kids zone and many more activities around town.

Music, games & activities to celebrate the longest day of the year!

4:00 - 8:00 pm Abbey Centre

MON JUL 1

Canada Day Celebrate Canada Day with canadian music, giveaways, refreshments, a face painter, and glitter tattoo artist.

1:00 - 3:00 pm Tayles Spray Park

SAT JUL 6

SuperKids Triathlon Non-competitive event for kids ages 5 - 12.

9:00 am - 12:00 pm Abbey Centre

SAT AUG 24

AUG 7 - 11 Women’s Canadian Fast Pitch Championship Swing by and join us for some fast pitch action. It's going to be a blast! www.softball.ca Sterling Industries Sports Park

Jump Jam Riders and spectators come and experience the incredible talent from around the province with us!

10:00 am registration Vesta Energy Bike Skills Park Spring & Summer 2024 Program & Activity Guide

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BLACKFALDS

JUMP JAM AUGUST

24, 2024

BLACKFALDS

ALBERTA

VESTA ENERGY BIKE SKILLS PARK

PRIZES, GOOD TIMES & MORE!

AASA.CA COMMUNITY GARDENS Being a part of a community garden program provides great opportunities to grow healthy foods, beautiful flora, meet new people and enjoy our community through the growing season.

The Town of Blackfalds provides gardeners with two options to choose from: Aspen Garden includes: • Twenty five (25) 5m x 5m plots for $30 each.

• Ten (10) 2.5m x 5m plots for $15 each.

• Two (2) 1.5m x 3.35m raised boxes for $15 each.

Pine Crescent Garden includes: • Twenty five (25) 5m x 5m plots for $30 each.

• Ten (10) plots 2.5m x 5m for $15 each.

Register online (must have a Perfect Mind account) or in person at the Abbey Centre Guest Services starting 7:00am Friday, March 15, 2024.

Registrants will be registered on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Plots will be ready for planting Friday, May 17, 2024.

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SPORTS, LEAGUES AND TOURNAMENTS Blackfalds Co-Ed Slo Pitch League Players and teams of all abilities are welcome! Get out twice a week to socialize, meet new people, have fun, and play some ball!

Registration opens March 15 • Pre-season meeting on April 16 at 7:00 pm in Servus Program room at the Abbey Centre • 25 Games starting May 7. *Weather permitting • Registration includes balls, scorebooks & SPN Insurance • Playoffs (included in registration) August 15 & 20 Sterling Industries Sports Park 4800 Leung Rd

Tue & Thu May 7 - Aug 1 | $1,000 (GST included) 6:00 - 9:30 pm

Get Amped for C’AMPED is the place to be for kids ages 6 - 11 on PD Days and Spring Break. Jam-packed with games, crafts, sports, and adventures, kids will be active and stimulated throughout the day.

All day camps take place at the Abbey Centre, Blackfalds.

ONLY $37.50/day. Extended care is available for $5 Drop off - 8:30am | Pick up - 4:30pm C’AMPED dates for 2024 Wolf Creek & Red Deer Catholic school calendar: Mar 8, 15, 22, 25, 26, 27, 28 May 17, 21, 31 April 26 June 7, 14

FOR MORE INFO VISIT WWW.BLACKFALDS.CA/CAMPED

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TOWN OF BLACKFALDS BOARDS, COMMITTEES AND COMMISSION VACANCIES Do YOU want to make Blackfalds a better community?

Do YOU live for team work?

Do YOU live in the great community of Blackfalds?

Do YOU want to empower and build community?

Are YOU motivated to advise Council on decisions that impact residents?

If you answered yes, please email volunteer@blackfalds.ca before September 12 to be considered for vacancies appointed by Council.

For more information we invite you to check out the Boards and Committees webpage by scanning the QR code below.

BLACKFALDS DAYS 2024

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FACILITY RENTALS BOOK IN ADVANCE FOR YOUR NEXT EVENT OR GATHERING

The Town of Blackfalds offers a variety of spaces which includes multi-purpose program rooms, halls, fitness studios, field house, arenas, baseball diamonds, soccer pitches and an outdoor amphitheatre!

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Tasks will vary for each age group and includes (but is not limited to) the following:

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Develop leadership skills in a dynamic and fun setting

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Assist in preparation and implementation of camp programs

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Gain work experience with children aged 3 - 11

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Help organize supply inventory

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Earn volunteer hours

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Keep program areas including storage and office spaces clean, safe and organized

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Get valuable employment experience and skills

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Maintain a safe and fun camp atmosphere

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Meet new friends who share similar interests

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Be a positive role model

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Learn new skills and increase confidence

QUALIFICATIONS

For more info on how to register visit: blackfalds.ca/camps

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Must be at least 16 years of age

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Volunteers 18 and above will be required to provide a Criminal Record check including Vulnerable Sector search and Basic First Aid.

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Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

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Must be able to work well as a team and independently

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Have strong verbal and written communication skills

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Must be responsible, reliable and committed to the role

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Must be child focused, a team player, value driven and a positive role model

SUMMER CULTURE SERIES 2024

Free family entertainment every Thursday at 6:30 pm All events at Ag Society Amphitheatre | Abbey Centre | 4500 Womacks Rd unless otherwise stated

THU | JUN 13 6:30 pm Global FMX Moto X big air show featuring riders performing death defying tricks.

Main Parking Lot Eagle Builders Centre 5302 Broadway Ave

THU | JUL 11

THU | JUL 18

6:30 pm Paws Fur Fun Jen and her dog Daiquiri auditioned for Americas Got Talent because Daiquiri holds 12 Guinness World Records!

6:30 pm The Joe Show A fun show featuring a mix of magic, ventriloquism, and comedy Field House 3 Abbey Centre

THU | JUL 25 6:30 pm Cirquetastic The circus is coming with aerial silk performers, a German wheel and more!

Field House 3 Abbey Centre

THU | AUG 1

THU | AUG 15

6:30 pm Calfskit See one of your favourite fairy tales turned on its head using improv and audience participation to create a unique and fun show.

6:30 pm Blackfalds Zoo The Zoo is coming to Blackfalds! See and learn about all sorts of animals from reptiles to birds and even a monkey!

Sponsored By:

blackfalds.ca/events

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FAMILY & COMMUNITY

FCSS provides preventative social programs and activities that use proactive, strength-based and intentional strategies to help individuals, families and communities develop skills required to form a strong sense of self, resulting in the ability to build healthy relationships with others.

Blackfalds FCSS offers Community Courses, Community Group Support, Food Bank Information, Employment Support, Interagency Meetings, Information & Referral Services and Subsidy Services.

FCSS CONTACTS FCSS General Inquiries

fcss@blackfalds.ca

Youth Programmer

youth@blackfalds.ca

Volunteer Programmer

volunteer@blackfalds.ca

Community Engagement

jpocock@blackfalds.ca

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SUPPORT SERVICES Red Cross Babysitters Course This basic first aid and care giving course is recommended for youth 11-15 years old. Participants learn how to provide care to younger children in a variety of age groups and how to prevent and respond in emergencies. This course also offers youth the training to promote themselves as a prospective babysitter to parents.

WINTER COAT PROGRAM

Fitness Studio 1 Abbey Centre 4500 Womacks Rd Fri | May 17 8:30 am - 4:30 pm | $52.50

BACK TO SCHOOL PROGRAM

Our Back to School program ensures that every student in our community has access to the supplies needed BACK TO SCHOOL to reach their full PROGRAM academic potential Our Back to School by providing program ensures that backpacks every student filled in our community has access with school to the supplies needed to supplies for reach their full potential.

This program is available Blackfalds’ students for qualifying Blackfalds in Kindergarten students in Kindergarden through Grade throughto to Grade 12. 12.

Application Deadline: Application Deadline: June June

403.600.9066

Through the generous support of our local partners and residents, this program provides eligible children in Blackfalds with new WINTER COAT winter coats.

PROGRAM Through the generous Application Deadline: support of our local November

partners and residents, this program provides eligible children & youth in Blackfalds with new winter coats.

Application Deadline: September

To apply or donate to these important community programs To apply or donate to these please contact important community Blackfalds FCSS! programs please contact Blackfalds FCSS!

FCSS@blackfalds.ca

CHRISTMAS BUREAU PROGRAM The Blackfalds Food Bank and the Blackfalds Firefighters Association & Blackfalds FCSS CHRISTMAS partner toBUREAU provide PROGRAM applicants with a The Beyond Food Christmas Food Community Hub, Hamper and gift Blackfalds Firefighters Association, cards to beand used Blackfalds FCSS partner for the purchase to provide applicants of with a Christmas Food Christmas presents.

Hamper and gift cards to be used for theDeadline: purchase Application of Christmas presents.

September Application Deadline: November

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BLACKFALDS YOUTH CREW

Grades 4 - 6 | Mon 3:45 - 5:45pm Grades 7 - 12 | Tue 5 - 7pm

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Grades 4 - 9 | Thu 1:00 - 2:30pm

ACTIVITY CALENDAR AVAILABLE ON THE BLACKFALDS YOUTH CREW FACEBOOK PAGE

Family Easter Event March 23, 2024 Community Centre 4810 Womacks Rd 12 - 2 PM For info call FCSS at 403.600.9066

www.blackfalds.ca/events

YOUTH PROGRAMS Inspiring Virtues 2B-BOYS

Inspiring Virtues GEMS

Child Safe Canada Home Alone Safety

Grades 5 - 8

Grades 5 - 8

Grades 4 - 6

2B-BOYS is an amazing program that helps boys to develop meaningful relationships through the building of social and emotional skills. It is a safe, healthy, and respectful space for boys to be deeply connected to their genuine selves and learn how to navigate difficulties in social spaces. This can be done through creative selfexpression, problem-solving activities, mindfulness exploration, and team-building activities amongst many other experiences.

The GEMS Girls Program is an incredible opportunity for young girls to build relationships and character in a small, supportive setting.

The curriculum is centered around six core principles that include seeing good in others, recognizing the impact of our words, and living a life of gratitude. Through the program, girls learn how to give and receive compliments, break negative cycles, and adopt a positive attitude towards themselves and others.

An interactive safety training program for youth. Safety, first aid and comfort skills are covered in this course through interactive games and role playing. A must have class for any youth staying home alone.

5024 Skateboarding

Community Centre 4810 Womacks Rd Tue | Apr 9 - May 14 5:00 - 7:00 pm | FREE

Community Centre 4810 Womacks Rd Thu | Apr 11 - May 16 5:00 - 7:00 pm | FREE May 2 program moved to Servus Program Room, Abbey Centre

Youth Cooking Club Grades 5 - 7 This fun, interactive approach to cooking will give participants the confidence to cook as an individual and as a team.

Instruction will include: •

Basic concepts of nutrition and healthy eating

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Basic cooking skills to prepare nutritious foods

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Introduction to healthy meal and snack ideas

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Food safety information

Community Centre 4810 Womacks Rd Wed | Apr 10 - Jun 5 4:00 - 6:00 pm | FREE No program May 22

Inspiring Virtues - Understanding Divorce & Separation Grades 4 - 7 During divorce or separation, children often face tough and confusing emotions.

As a parent, your priority is supporting them through this challenging time. Considering additional support, such as resilience and coping sessions, can provide your child with valuable tools to navigate the upheaval and emerge stronger.

Community Centre 4810 Womacks Rd Fri | Apr 19 - May 31 4:00 - 6:00 pm | FREE No program May 17

Community Centre 4810 Womacks Rd Fri | Apr 26 2:00 - 4:00 pm | FREE Fri | May 17 10:00 am - 12:00 pm | FREE Wed | Jun 19 4:00 - 6:00 pm | FREE Grades 4 - 10 Learn how to skateboard or improve your current skills with 5024 General Store!

Participants are taught basic skateboarding skills and how to stay safe while having fun.

Bring your own skateboard and helmet. Knee/elbow pads recommended.

Optimist All Wheels Park 4505 Womacks Rd Wed | May 1 - Jun 19 5:00 - 7:00 pm | FREE Wed | Jul 10 - Aug 14 5:00 - 7:00 pm | FREE

Registration is required for all youth programs!

Please visit blackfalds.ca/register

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VOLUNTEER! BE THE DIFFERENCE IN YOUR COMMUNITY! Ignite your passion for community involvement and make a difference by volunteering at Town events! It’s not just about giving back, it’s about gaining valuable skills, making new connections, and creating unforgettable memories. Let us be your matchmaker in finding the perfect volunteer opportunity that aligns with your interests and schedule. Don’t wait, let’s find your perfect match today!

Contact volunteer@blackfalds.ca or visit blackfalds.ca/volunteer.

UPCOMING EVENTS INCLUDE: · Family Easter Event | Mar 23 · Blackfalds Days | Jun 13 - 16 · Super Kids Triathlon | Jul 6 GET THE LATEST VOLUNTEER NEWS! To stay informed of future events to subscribe to the monthly FCSS Volunteer Newsletter check out blackfalds.ca/volunteer!

MARK YOUR CALENDARS NATIONAL VOLUNTEER WEEK 2024 WILL BE TAKING PLACE APRIL 14 - 20, 2024

National Volunteer Week (NVW) is a time to celebrate and thank Canada's 24 million volunteers.

The theme for National Volunteer Week 2024 is Every Moment Matters. It highlights the importance of every volunteer and each contribution they make at a moment when we need support more than ever. The sharing of time, skills, empathy, and creativity is vital to the inclusivity, strength, and wellbeing of our communities.

Volunteers are fundamental to meeting this challenging moment. By coming together, committing support, and increasing our collective efforts and impact, we contribute exponentially to the quality of life we all strive for.

DURING NATIONAL VOLUNTEER WEEK 2024, WE COME TOGETHER TO RECOGNIZE AND CELEBRATE THE IMPORTANCE OF EACH AND EVERY VOLUNTEER’S IMPACT FROM COAST TO COAST TO COAST. NOW MORE THAN EVER, EVERY MOMENT MATTERS.

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Clean Up Blackfalds April 22 - May 4, 2024 Pitch in and help clean our community!

Break out your old work gear, gather your friends, family, and neighbours, and pitch in!

Clean up areas will be assigned.

Supplies will be provided.

A small token of appreciation will be given to participants who committed to making and keeping our community clean.

Please register and pick up your clean - up supplies at: Family & Community Support Services, located on the lower level of the Civic Centre.

For more information contact: FCSS at 403.600.9066 or fcss@blackfalds.ca

FCSS FAMILY & COMMUNITY

SUPPORT SERVICES

PRESENTING - THE -

Best of Blackfalds

Volunteer Edition

- IN RECOGNITION OF NATIONAL VOLUNTEER WEEK 2024 THURSDAY 04.18

COMMUNITY CENTRE 6-8 PM

LIVE MUSIC AWARDS

CASH BAR 18+ BEER TASTING

Evening will include live music, food & beverage highlighting local businesses and presentation of the Carol Simpson Volunteer of the Year award, Gloria House Mentor award and Outstanding Group (adult) award.

RSVP REQUIRED by April 8 | volunteer@blackfalds.ca | 403.885.6360

MEGlobal Presents....

Youth Recognition Night Roll out the red carpet and make way for our youth volunteers and award recipients!

VIP DETAILS

Thursday, May 2, 2024 Doors open at 6 PM

ON LOCATION AT

Blackfalds Community Centre

RSVP TO

volunteer@blackfalds.ca by April 22 Evening will include appetizers, live music, and presentation of the Dylan Stork Youth Ambassador Award, Leaders of Tomorrow Awards, and Outstanding Group (youth) Award.

Seniors’ Week June 3 - 9, 2024

Seniors’ Week is a great opportunity to honour and recognize all that seniors have contributed to our community.

More information will be released this spring!

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VIBRANT LIVING 50+ Drop-In 50+ Walking Club Get ready to lace up your sneakers and come join FCSS for a walk around the Abbey Centre indoor track. Not only will we engage in some exercise, but we’ll also have the chance to build new friendships along the way.

Complimentary track admission provided to those who don’t have a membership thanks to Lacombe County FCSS & the Blackfalds Ag Society.

Cottonwood Meadows Running Track Level 3 | Abbey Centre 4500 Womacks Rd *Meet in the foyer Tue | Apr 2 – Jun 4 10:00 – 11:00 am | FREE Thu | Apr 4 – Jun 6 10:00 – 11:00 am | FREE

50+ Fit & Functional

50+ Chair Yoga

This class is for older adults and seniors who want to develop and gain muscle and increase their functional movement.

Participants will have access to different equipment and functional movements to increase and support their day-to-day activities. No skill level needed as the instructor will take you through a variety of low impact moves and exercises.

Please bring a water bottle.

Chair Yoga combines yoga postures with the assistance of a chair. Working with the chair makes the practice of yoga more accessible to everyone.

The chair provides support, reduces the risk of falling and gets rid of sitting on the floor. This class is for everyone but especially for those with decreased mobility. A yoga mat is not needed for this class. No yoga experience necessary.

Please bring a water bottle.

Instructor: Pamela Multi-Purpose Room Community Centre 4810 Womacks Rd

Instructor: Diana Border Paving Fitness Studio 1 Level 2 | Abbey Centre 4500 Womacks Rd Session 1 | FREE Tue | Apr 9, 16, 23, 30, May 7 11:00 - 11:45 am

Session 1 | FREE Fri | Apr 12, 19, 26, May 3, 10 9:00 - 10:00 am

50+ Yoga

JUNE 15

For anyone who is looking for a safe, effective way to enhance their physical health and overall wellness. Great for building body awareness, coordination, improved balance, joint stability and strong mind body connection. No yoga experience necessary.

Please bring a yoga mat & water bottle.

Instructor: Pamela Multi-Purpose Room Community Centre 4810 Womacks Rd Session 1 | FREE Wed | Apr 10, 17, 24, May 1, 8 9:00 - 10:00 am

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50+ Programming FREE thanks to Lacombe County FCSS & the Blackfalds AG Society

50+ program registration OPEN NOW!

Contact Guest Services or register online at blackfalds.ca/register

It’s More Than Just a Movie!

Join FCSS for an unforgettable afternoon as we immerse ourselves in the magic of the big screen while enjoying the company of friends and indulging in some delectable snacks.

Main Hall Community Centre 4810 Womacks Rd Wed | Apr 24, May 15 1:00 - 4:00 pm | FREE Please call FCSS at 403.600.9066 to RSVP

Drop-In Pickleball The Abbey Centre offers dropin activities in the Field House every week. Drop-in and play some pickleball with your friends.

Field House Level 1 | Abbey Centre 4500 Womacks Rd Mon & Wed | 9:00 am - 12:30 pm Tue, Thu, Fri | 9:00 am - 10:00 pm Abbey Centre admission required.

Subscribe to the monthly Vibrant Living 50+ Newsletter

Stay Informed ~ Stay Connected!

A great way to learn about future opportunities, events, programs and helpful resources!

To subscribe to the monthly Vibrant Living 50+ Newsletter visit: www.blackfalds.ca/vibrant50 For more information call 403.600.9066

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50+ residents welcome Annual Membership $10 + $1 drop-in fee Coffee, tea and snacks are provided

Blackfalds Seniors’ Club welcomes you!

WEDNESDAYS | JUL 3 - AUG 28 12:30 PM - 4:00 PM MULTI-PURPOSE ROOM | COMMUNITY CENTRE Come join the Blackfalds Seniors’ Club in Mickey Lang Park for some outside activities like Cornhole and Bocce Ball!

If the weather doesn’t permit, come inside and try your hand at floor curling, carpet bowling and more.

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SERVUS CREDIT UNION BLACKFALDS PUBLIC LIBRARY CHILD/YOUTH PROGRAMMING Free Programs & Library Memberships 5302 Broadway Ave www.blackfaldslibrary.ca

Hours of Operation Sun 1:00 - 5:00 pm Mon & Wed 10:00 am - 8:00 pm Tue, Thu, Fri 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Sat 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

All Age Story Time Listen to stories, sing songs and do a craft.

Tales & Tunes Cultivating preschooler's love of books with stories, songs, rhymes & crafts.

Ages 3 - 6

Stroller Walkie Talkies A walking book club with strollers twice a month.

Tasty Tales Story Time In this class we will be reading a story, making a craft and making a recipe.

Ages 3-5 & their caregivers Registration required *Program runs April-May

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Music & Movement

Creative Explosion

Play games, dance to music, and get the wiggles out in this fun and interactive program!

Ages 1 - 4

Get ready to craft! From creating monsters to painting with salt, there is a lot of creativity in this program!

Ages 3+

Baby & Toddler Time Sing songs and hear stories in this caretaker and baby program!

Older siblings are welcome!

Ages 0 - 4

Lego Club Get your creative Lego brain going with others who love Lego! Build whatever you like and display it in the library until next week.

Ages 5+

Growing Minds Monthly STEM acitivities Ages 4 - 6

Shake it up!

Play games (like duck duck goose) and get all of those wiggles out in this fun and "up on your feet" program!

Ages 3+

Caregiver & Tot Duplo Club Caregivers join their little ones for building fun with Duplo blocks!

Socialize with other parents and let your child build.

Ages 0 - 4

Book Squirms Lap bounces, rhymes and stories.

Ages 0 - 1

Toddler Sensory Class Toddlers to explore sensory bins with pasta, jello, and more.

Ages 2 - 3

Something Cool for After School Make a cool craft, like a sculpture or your very own pillow, with friends.

The best place to come hang out after school.

Ages 10+

YOUNG ADULT/ADULT PROGRAMMING Tabletop Role Playing Games Dungeons & Dragons 5e, Pathfinder & Savage Rifts We have multiple D&D groups going for youth, experienced players and begginer adults. Contact the library for more information!

Anime Club Come and watch Anime! Warning: There are instances of violence and swearing in all of the anime. We avoid all sexuality & nudity.

Ages 8+, drop-in

Adult Walk Club Let’s meet at the library front doors, or at a place in the area and go for a walk! Make new friends, chat, and enjoy the fresh air! Contact the library for meeting places.

Adult Chess Club Bring your chess set and come find people to play!

Ages 16+, drop-in

Reading Buddies If you have a reader between the ages of 6-10 who needs practice, we have the program for you! Our teenage volunteers will listen and help your reader to gain experience and confidence with their reading.

Ages 6 - 10

Miniature Painting Club Bring miniature figures, paint & brushes and get your art on!

Ages 10+

Knitting & Crocheting Bring your project and join us for a cozy knitting session. We will have hot beverages and snacks.

Ages 18+

Canasta Club Come on down to the library and play Canasta with your friends…or make new friends!

Ages 18+, drop-in

JAVA Minecraft ONLINE If you have JAVA Minecraft, sign on to our Realm and play Minecraft with us online!

We use Discord to chat while playing.

Adult Board Game Night Join us for an adult tabletop game night.

Ages 18+, drop-in

Adult Book Club Ink-Drinkers & Shelf Indulgence We read a book and chat about it at the library! Ink-Drinkers reads literary fiction and non-fiction (usually) and Shelf Indulgence reads genre fiction and nonfiction. We generally get our copies through the library system if possible.

Everyone gets to put in the title and author of a book they are interested in reading, and we draw them out of a jar.

Ages 18+

Conversation Club If you are learning English and want to practice your skills, this club is for you. We will chat, play games, and work on our English.

Ages 18+, drop-in

Family Board Games Want to do something free, fun, and out of the house with your family?

Come to Family Board Games day. We have tons of board games and snacks!

All ages

Summer Reading Program Program runs from July 2 - August 9

Gaming Club Let's play some video games together!

Ages 10+

Follow us on Facebook & Instagram for more program announcements.

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COMMUNITY DIRECTORY Organization Name

Contact Name

Phone | Email | Web

AB Health Services Early Intervention

Lori Doeksen

403.356.6318

Agriculture Society

Connie Ostropolski

403.318.6346 admin@blackfaldsagsociety.com www.blackfaldsagsociety.com

ANAM Rural Youth Association

Louise Rellis

403.318.7690 louise@anamruralyouth.com

Aspen Lakes Discovery Centre

Kendra Duetscher

403.392.5339 587.797.2095 aspenlakesdiscoverycentre.com

Bethany Group/Lacombe Foundation

Melodie Stol

Melodie.stol@bethanygrp.ca

Beyond Food Community Hub – Blackfalds Food Bank

Chris Keim

403.600.1768 beyondfoodhub@gmail.com managerblackfaldsfb@gmail.com

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Lacombe & District

Jen Harty

403.782.7870 Jen.harty@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca

Blackfalds and District Chamber of Commerce

Kevin Hallet President

403.506.6735 yourblackfaldschamber@outlook.com

Blackfalds Historical Society

Judy Carleton

403.885.4314 info@blackfaldshistoricalsociety.com blackfaldschamber@outlook.com

Blackfalds Seniors’ Club

Ivy Hollman

403.550.4687

Blackfalds Seventh Day Adventist Fellowship

Gerrit Steenbergen Pat Marshall

info@blackfaldsadventist.ca 403.782.9913 403.358.4488

Central Alberta Crime Prevention Centre

Denise Grace

info@cacpc.ca 403.986.9904

Central Alberta Victim & Witness Support Shawna Wyatt Society

403.885.3355 admin@victimsupports.ca

Community Fellowship Church

Kyle & Kareen Kloss

403.885.5150

Dual Ice Development Society (DIDS)

Karen Sernecky President

587.877.9266 dualicedevelopmentsociety@gmail.com

Town of Blackfalds Emergency Management & Protective Services Director

Ken Morrison

403 885.4677 kmorrison@blackfalds.ca

Faith Community Church

403.885.3552 pastor@faithcommunitychurch.ca

Family & Community Support Services (FCSS)

403.600.9066 fcss@blackfalds.ca

Fire Fighters Association

president@blackfalds.com

Fire Prevention

fireprevention@blackfalds.com

Girl Guides

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Katherine Bartel

Spring & Summer 2024 Program & Activity Guide

1stblackfalds@multibranch.girlguides.ca

Organization Name

Contact Name

Phone | Email | Web

Iron Ridge Elementary Campus

403.885.4646 | ire@wolfcreek.ab.ca www.irec.wolfcreek.ab.ca

Iron Ridge Intermediate Campus

403.600.8100 | iri@wolfcreek.ab.ca www.iric.wolfcreek.ab.ca

Iron Ridge Junior Campus

403.885.1885 | irj@wolfcreek.ab.ca www.irjc.wolfcreek.ab.ca

Iron Ridge Secondary Campus

403.783.3473 | ed.coles@wolfcreek.ab.ca www.irsc.wolfcreek.ab.ca

Kids 3 Blackfalds Daycare

Crystal Antila

403.885.5518 info@kids3daycare.ca

Kids Konnection

Margaret Schlitter

403.887.3332 | 403 885.2755 razzle1@telus.net

KidSport Lacombe County

lacombe@kidsport.ab.ca

Lacombe Family Resource Network

Karen White

877.994.5465 karen.white@mcmancentral.ca

La Leche League Canada

Trisha Leader

403.348.2410 www.LLLC.ca

Little Star Playschool & Out of School Care

Becki Cota

587.877.STAR (7827) littlestarplayschool@hotmail.com

Minor Ball

blackfaldsminorball@gmail.com

Minor Hockey Association

Kyle Drouin

president.blackfaldsbulldogs@gmail.com

Minor Soccer

Wayne Murphy

403.352.5266 blackfaldsminorsoccer@gmail.com

Optimist Club of Blackfalds

Catherine Burbridge

optimistclubofblackfalds@yahoo.com

Blackfalds Church

James & Kari Clark

403.600.2482

RCMP

Staff Sergeant Dan Martin SRO Jeff Hewitt

dan.martin@rcmp-grc.gc.ca jeff.hewitt@rcmp-grc.gc.ca 403.343.1055 www.rdcrs.ca

Red Deer Catholic Regional School Red Deer Golden Circle

Amber Mack Executive Director

403.343.6074 (ext 107) amack@goldencircle.ca

Servus Credit Union Blackfalds Public Library

Carley Binder

403.885.2343 questions@blackfaldslibrary.ca

Scouts Canada

Mike Bascom

Scouts.ca scoutermikebascom@gmail.com

Skating Club

www.blackfaldsskateclub.com

St. Gregory The Great Catholic School

stgreginfo@rdcrs.ca 403.885.1008

The Outreach Centre Wolf Creek Public Schools

Jaclyn Wiebe

info@theoutreachcentre.org 403.347.2480 403.783.5441 www.wolfcreek.ab.ca

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