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November 28th
MEET the GRAVES
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NEXT GENERAL MEETINGS
Tuesday, November 3rd & December 1st, 7 pm, Upper Hall
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Tisha’s Market Update
Ph. 403-869-9730
[email protected] Calgary, Fall Market 2015 Calgary’s residential resale
housing market recorded further
easing in absorption rates this fall
due to weaker sales activity.
Ramsay has certainly seen more
properties become available this
fall, and buyers have more options
to choose from. We are seeing
more investors interested in
properties with cash flow and
good access to amenities.
For a free home evaluation or
more information about
Ramsay’s local Real Estate
market, please don’t hesitate to
contact me.
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Complaints about Lilydale smells:
• City of Calgary 311
• Alberta Environment 1800.222.6514
• Calgary Health Region 403.943.8060
P olice C ontacts • Emergency: 911
If you see crimes in the area, please contact the police by
phone at 403.266.1234 or : [email protected]
Community liaison officer: Const. Jason Campbell 403.428.6100 [desk]
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month’s issue is the 15th of the preceding month. Please
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The opinions expressed by the writers of some of the
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position of the newsletter Editor or Committee.
what’s left
haircut
gloves
toque
and a sincere hope that none of the above
will be needed
Photo: Lindsay Vala
The Graves Family like to dress up for the occasion.
winter boots found and insects removed
sweaters unearthed and aired out
new brush anticipating hairier cat
furnace turned on with a new filter
pickling considered and rejected
eiderdown taken out of storage
lawn mowed front and back
wool socks from the market
root vegetables laid in
winter coats cleaned
ON THE COVER:
1136 - 8th St SE T2G 2Z7• T: 403.265.4898 • F: 403.265.4858
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Contact Info
President
John Holt
[email protected]
Past President Kevin
pastpresident@ramsaycalCunningham gary.ca
Vice President Erin Joslin vpexternal@ramsaycalgary.
– External
ca
Vice President Carlo
vpinternal@ramsaycalgary.
– Internal
Galasso
ca
Treasurer
Tamar
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Eisenburg
Secretary
Nicole
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Newton
2 yr Member Shannon Fox [email protected]
2 yr Member Xstine Cook [email protected]
2 yr Member David
[email protected]
Graham
1 yr Member Vincent
[email protected]
Bodner
1 yr Member Iain
[email protected]
Chynoweth
Hall Manager —
hallmanager@
ramsaycalgary.ca
Hall Secretary —
hallsecretary@
ramsaycalgary.ca
Safety
Nicole Schon 403.605.1074 safety@
Committee
ramsaycalgary.ca
Recreation
Shannon Fox [email protected]
Heritage
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Casino
Pat Baker
[email protected]
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ramsaycalgary.ca
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Outgoing President’s Message
Incoming President’s Message
Kevin Cunningham • [email protected]
John Holt • [email protected]
I’ve had the privilege of working with some fantastic
neighbours during my time as president of the Ramsay
Community Association over the last 4 years. We’ve accomplished
so much:
It has been almost 22 years since I purchased my
ramshackled structure in Ramsay, and after years of
blood, sweat, and heaps of cash (sound familiar?) I am living in my
delightful, quirky building I call home. By 1994 the dog days of
Ramsay had hit their peak, and I watched the slow departure of the
ruffians precede a new group of cool cats yearning to build their
dreams from cheap “fixer upper” shacks. The renos still go on (have
you seen how many people crammed last minute painting into October?) and even though we sought to build a great neighbourhood,
nobody could have predicted the magic we see in the community
today. I was contacted today by a university student doing an
assignment on changing communities. She was drawn here by the
ubiquitous “I love Ramsay” bumper stickers. Enough said.
•
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Sustainable Neighbourhood Action Plan
Greenline charette,
Ramsay Historical Paper
Plus all the wonderful community events!
What I’m really excited about is the folks who have been elected to
the RCA board. What a great group with so much to offer the organization. I look forward to working with them on continuity and
passing on the relationships we have built with all the stakeholders
in and around Ramsay.
I look forward to seeing everyone out at events, meetings, parties
and bumping into you on the street and having a chat about the
weather and how awesome Ramsay is!
Cheers everyone
Kevin Cunningham
So where do we go from here? As the Green Line SE LRT plans
come together, and the Transit Oriented Development plans take
shape, it is evident that – to quote Timbuk3 – “the future’s so
bright I gotta wear shades”!
I would like to give my deep thanks to all the volunteers who
make Ramsay such a wonderful place to live. I look forward to my
position as President, and I am very lucky to have such a diverse
and rich assembly of volunteers who make up the rest of the Board
of Directors.
See you in the streets!
RCA Board of Directors 2015–2016
From left to right: Iain Chynoweth (Member 1 Year), David Graham (Member 1 year), Vincent Bodner (Member 1 year), Nicole Newton
(Secretary), John Holt (President), Erin Joslin (VP External), Shannon Fox (Member 2 years), Kevin Cunningham (Past President)
Photo: Kevin Cunningham
Not pictured: Tamar Eisenburg (Treasurer), Xstine Cook (Member 2 years)
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City Hall Ward 9
City Councillor Gian-Carlo Carra • 403.268.5330 • [email protected]
Hello Friends and Neighbours,
Last month we got to witness Canadian democracy in action after an exhilarating and,
some would say long, federal election campaign. I hope you were all able to get out
and cast your votes. I fundamentally believe
that we are extremely lucky to participate in
our democratic system the way we do. But
we also have a responsibility, beyond just
voting, to keep our elected officials accountable and ensure that they are pursuing
public policies that have a positive impact
on our lives. The right policies help us grow
and develop our Great Neighbourhoods to
be places of opportunity, acceptance and
support bursting with social, cultural and
economic richness.
The urban strategy of each party and how
they plan to support our cities has become a
critical component of the election conversation. With 85% of the population residing
in urban centres and 75% of Canadian
GDP being produced there, we can say
with complete certainty that cities really do
matter. Any party that does not recognize
the importance of our cities does not under-
stand the economic influence cities posses in
the larger Canadian economy.
Leading up to the federal election, the City
of Calgary published their new edition of
the ‘Cities Matter’ survey. Since 2011, our
Mayor has surveyed candidates and parties
during provincial elections to understand
their positions on municipal issues. Last
month was the first time they published
‘Cities Matter’ for a federal election. It
featured responses from the major national
political parties on the following municipal
concerns:
• Funding Public Transit
• Funding Public Infrastructure
• Affordable Housing Funding
• Urban Aboriginal Strategy & Funding
• Combating Poverty
• Immigrant Settlement & Integration
Programs
• Public Safety & Combating Crime
• Federal Disaster Assistance Initiative &
Future Disaster Mitigation
• The Calgary Economy
for how they intend to tackle the
challenges that we as cities are
facing is imperative by keeping
our politicians accountable. It also allows us
as Calgarians to fight for the future we want
to see and the Great Neighbourhoods we
want to live in. These are neighbourhoods
that have reliable public infrastructure, are
connected by a robust public transit network, are diverse and inclusive and provide
people with tremendous opportunities for a
full and prosperous life.
I would like to end by congratulating all the
new and returning Members of Parliament.
I wish you the best and trust that your policy decisions will be thoughtful with a deep
understanding of the incredible responsibility the Canadian public has bestowed upon
you.
Yours,
Gian-Carlo
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Civic Affairs
Erin Joslin, VP External/Chair of Civic Affairs • [email protected]
Hi neighbours,
administration to explore additional height and density. Previously an M-H1 zoning was considered, now a
Let me formally introduce myself to those of you who might not
M-H2 zoning is being considered. The site is currently
know me. I am Erin Joslin, and I am your new Vice President Exa C-COR3. What this means is that the building would now be
ternal/Chair of Civic Affairs. I have been co-chairing the role for the between 10 and 15 storeys, instead of the previously proposed 4
last 6 months with Cyril Jensen and look forward to continuing on
storeys. The previous plan for the site was ground floor commercial,
with the work we have done.
with residential condos above.
I want to extend an invitation to anyone who might be interested in joining the Civic Affairs Committee. We meet about once
a month to discuss the developments in the neighbourhood and
provide feedback back to the City. The time commitment is about
2–4 hours a month, and your role is to contribute to the conversation and share your thoughts. The committee works best when we
have a wide range of representation from the community, and you
don’t need any specific skill set to participate. We have professionals
(myself included) on the committee to help the process as required.
If you are interested in joining, or want more information, please
email me at [email protected]. I will add you to the
email list so you receive the meeting information.
Please note the plan is for the new LRT station is to be to the left
(north) side of this site. If you would like more information on the
what the zoning means, please refer to the City of Calgary Website
(www.calgary.ca), and look up the Land Use Bylaw.
If you have any questions, concerns, comments, or compliments, or
would like more information on any project, please contact [email protected].
Here is what has been happening with Civic Affairs this past
month:
Black and White - 1702, 1708 and 1710 8 Street SE
(LOC2014–0110) - UPDATE
Spotted in Ramsay: Wearing Babies
Martin L’Heureux
They say that if you live in Calgary, you should wear layers so you
can adapt to the changing weather. Ramsay’s own Mark Heard
takes it to the next level: toddler on the back, baby in the front!
The Black & White went to City Council for approval on September 14. It has passed the first reading, but will still require an
additional second and third reading. I asked for clarification about
the heritage component, and I was told the building remains,
and becomes legally protected as a heritage site. For reference, the
building was already on the Inventory of evaluated historic resources prior to the initiation of this process. This protection means
there will be no building on top. New construction can tie into the
building, but no walls will be removed.
Update on this property: Council had referred this property back to
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Photo: Martin L’Heureux
1802 11 Street SE (LOC2014- 0150) - Guests at the next
General Meeting (Nov 3)
Green
Everyday
LineisLRT
Hallowe’en!
Update
Mark grew up in the Ramsay Heights
Housing Co-operative and went to Ramsay
School. Like kids today, he spent many winter days racing GT Snow Racers down the
hill beside the school. Unlike kids today, he
and his friends used to tobaggan down 17th
Ave. to the Black & White Corner Store.
Taking turns to spot for traffic on Spiller was
their safety measure. Now that he’s a dad, he
no longer condones this activity!
Mark’s a community-minded guy and he
learned this from his mom Laura Leslie. She
organized walk-arounds to make the community a safer place. Laura also took care of
folks in the neighbourhood. When he was
growing up, Laura’s best friend Janet Fitzgerald lived in the house next to where the
Graves live today. Janet’s daughter Pat was
one of Mark’s buddies. Laura got to know
Mr. and Mrs. Beatty, the elderly couple who
were the Fitzgerald’s neighbours and helped
them out from time to time. When the Beattys decided to leave the family home, they
offered to sell it to Laura (for less than they
could have sold the property) to thank her
for taking care of them. Mark’s mom lived
in the home until she met the love of her life
and moved to Langdon. Mark and Joylaine
live there today with their daughter Georgia,
who enrolled at the Ramsay School this year.
Janet is still next door, and the Graves go
over there for ice cream almost every day.
Mark’s Hallowe’en mania is bred in the
bone. Laura’s a Hallowe’en nut, too. She’s
been making costumes for years and is
Graves Hotels
Since they’ve admitted to each other that
they really don’t like playing baseball, they’ve
organized a camping weekend costume
party. The friends decide on a theme for the
costumes and last summer, it was Vegas. The
Graves family dressed up as Vegas Hotels.
Georgia loves princesses and wanted to be
Jasmine (from Alladin). Joylaine was the Flamingo and Mark was Caesar’s Palace.
Georgia calls the shots at Hallowe’en.
Last year, they dressed up as The Three
Little Pigs. This year, Georgia wants to be
a mermaid, so the family theme is Freak
Show. Mark’s going as The Bearded Lady
(that’s why he’s looking a bit scruffy these
days) and Joylaine’s dressing up as a Fortune
Teller.
They start to decorate the house on Labour
Day. Spooky Town - the display of Hallowe’en ornaments in the front porch - takes
a day to set up. When they first moved in
together their collection fit on an old TV
stand and it just kept growing. According
to Joylaine, “We share the same addiction.
It’s not a good thing.” The Ramsay School
kindergarten class are glad that they keep
collecting and enjoyed their visit to Spooky
Town this year.
By their annual
Hallowe’en Bash,
the decorations have
spilled into the rest
of the house - and
into the front and
back yards. Hallowe’en has become
their Christmas.
Friends, who have
other family obligations during the
hectic holiday season, make a point of
coming to the Graves
Soirée because it’s the
one day during the
year when everyone
can get together.
Guests go out of
their way to bring
the most goulish
treat and the food is
often as interesting as
the costumes!
Spooky Town
Joylaine and Mark
love events that bring
the community
together. They’ve
been organizing the
Parade of Garage
Sales since Mike and
Tracy moved away
three years ago. They
love garage saling,
so it made sense to
take on the parade.
Joylaine is from High
River, and in 2014,
she asked her friends
to donate their stuff
for a fundraiser for the families in her home
town who had lost their homes in the flood.
People still bring their stuff to their sale and
their yard has become a community hub
during the annual Ramsay parade.
The “welcome mat” is sincere at the Graves
house - even though it might look a bit
spooky. Mark is carrying on a community
tradition. And Joylaine brings High River
hospitality to the hood: “We’re a drop-by
house in Ramsay. When I was growing up, I
lived in a drop-by house. I didn’t think this
was possible in the city. We’re so lucky to
live in this community!”
Now that’s a Ramsay story!
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Photo: Marc Graves and Lindsay Vala
Nancy
Smith,Janovicek
Chair Ramsay Vision 2020 Committee
Every once in a while, you hear a story
planning to open a shop in Langdon. Until
about Ramsay that seems unbelievable, but
then, the Graves enjoy raiding her extensive
it’s so good that you really hope it’s true.
inventory. Laura is always eager to create
new characters for her kids and made the
Like this one: Have you heard that the
costumes in these photos.
couple on 8th Street (they have the awesome Spooky Town display) love Hallowe’en Joylaine fit right into the family. When I
so much that when they got married they
asked why they love All Hallows’ Eve so
changed their names to Graves?
much, she replied, “Because we love to
dress up!” And they don’t just dress up on
It’s true. This is their story.
Hallowe’en. They host Oscar Parties and ask
guests to dress up as movie stars. For many
Joylaine and Mark met at the Trap & Gill.
summers, the Graves got together with
They fell in love and got married in Vegas.
friends for a dress-up baseball tournament.
They made a decision not to take each
other’s name, but wanted a family name
because they planned to have kids. “Graves”
is an anagram using letters from the place
where they met and the place where they
got married. And it’s a fitting image for their
shared obsession: Hallowe’en.
Community Tidbits
Casino Volunteers Needed
Community Tidbits
Volunteers needed for the Ramsay Community Casino on January
7–8, 2016. Our location has changed to Casino Calgary on
Meridian Rd NE - just off Barlow Trail. Please call Pat Baker at
403–237–7927 for volunteer information. Come out for a fun experience and get to meet new people in our community!
Artpoint
November 6–28
Ferdinando (Fred) Spina presents “Mystic Musings” in the Main
Gallery. “Mystic Musings” is a montage of exploration into the
essence of: Quantum Theory, Our mystical place in the universe,
Black Ethos, Arctic Landscapes and Circus Recitalists.
David Cheney presents “Travels with my Aunt and Other
Neurotic Stories” in the Red Gallery. An exhibition of 30 years of
travel paintings, from Greece in the 1980s to Spain and Paris this
year. This survey will be in conjunction with the publication of a
self-printed book.
Andrew Hyslop presents “Here to There: Arctic and Beyond” in
the Stairway gallery and Upstairs Gallery. An exhibition of oil and
acrylic paintings including works from Andrew’s recent trip to the
Arctic.
November 14
Heritage Weavers and Spinners Guild of Calgary presents their
Annual Fall sale from 10 am – 4pm. www.heritageweaversandspinners.org or [email protected]
Esker Foundation
Community Tidbits
Did we mention this fall is all about free programming?
Although our programming is developed to be contextual to
Esker’s current exhibition, due to demand and popularity, some
are offered again. Those who were unable to participate in the
very popular workshop program Drawing On The Spot with
Doug Williamson should make sure to register well in advance for
November 28th afternoon hands-on workshop.
Look further into Charlotte Moth’s themes by attending the film
Trewyn Studio on November 19th. Sculptor Barbara Hepworth
inspired Moth, and this film is your opportunity to be, too! The film
is an intimate exploration of the studio (now a museum managed
by Tate London) where Hepworth both lived and worked between
1949–1975, and explores themes of time, materiality and legacy.
To explore the current exhibitions further, you’re invited to hear
artist Celia Perrin Sidarous talk about her work on November 13,
and to have a curatorial tour, led by Esker’s Shauna Thompson and
The Banff Centre’s Peta Rake on November 29th. Artist talks and
curatorial tours offer unique insights into exhibitions and are always
filled with opportunities for questions, comments and thoughts,
which are warmly encouraged from attendees of all ages.
These are some, but not all, of the programs offered this month.
Visit eskerfoundation.com for a complete listing and registration: .
As always, both admission and programing are free. Parking for
your visit is complementary at the Atlantic Art Block. Follow us on
Facebook, Instagram @eskerfoundation or on Twitter @eskercalgary
for more updates. We hope to see you soon!
Rememberance Day and our
5th (last?) annual Harvest Table
& Craft Sale had the cover of
the November 2005 newsletter.
Today’s newly-elected 1 Yr.
Member and then-President
Vince Bodnar welcomed new
board members to his second
term and Taras Semeniuk invited us to meet then-Alderman
Joe Ceci to express our
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Traffic concerns. There was a
big welcome to our new Board
Members, Chantelle Hughes had
tips to reduce our home heating
bills, and Principal Brian Del
Castilho brought us Ramsay
School’s June 2005 acheivement test results. MLA Denis
Herard welcomed Big Brothers
& Big Sisters to Egmont, and
Lilydale smells topped the
Community Tidbits. As
it is today it was then:
time to get your flu shot,
and MP Lee Richardson
honoured our Veterans.
Civic Affairs’ Catherine
Cartmill explained how
the Stampede expansion
plan fell short but had
potential, and for her
People in Ramsay profile, Beth Carter chose
Stacy Maddock, miniaturist. Yoki & Jeff told
us the average price
of a bungalow back
then was $247,000.
Martin L’Heureux
What do all these gentlemen have in common? Why have they
congregated at Prime Time restaurant? Turns out they’re all local
dads, and their spouses are members of the Ramsay Moms and
Tots group. They decided to have their own get-together to hang
out and discuss fatherly affairs. But mostly hang out.
Photo: Nancy Janovicek
Past newsletters: ramsaycalgary.ca/newsletter/newsletter-archives
Spotted in Ramsay: Ramsay Dads
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 11TH
11:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Join over 60 local crafters and artist for one of
the city’s first holiday markets!
Admission is FREE with a donation to the
Veteran’s Food Bank.
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We now have held our first Dungeons and Dragons game, had two
Random Movie nights, and ran elections for the Prime Minister of
the Galaxy. It turns out that our galaxy is now run by a coalition
government between the We Are Whatever You Want Us to Be
party and the Confederation of the Dark Lord. They have agreed
to dim the stars to 50%, give free Doritos and Mountain Dew to
all citizens, bring steak prices down to two dollars a steak no matter
the type, and lower taxes (ahem – not really). In another meeting
we donned the title of Super Villain and created lairs for ourselves.
Some of the items up for grabs were a spinny chair complete with
cat, a That Was Evil button, and the doting boyfriend/girlfriend (he/
she doesn’t know what you’re doing but is super supportive). Coming up we will be resurrecting a dead author for Halloween. This
year it is H.P. Lovecraft. Originally we were going to have Eric Carl,
but it turns out he’s still alive and we’re not allowed to fix that.
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We received some major support this past month from two separate donors. RIOCKP would like to send a huge THANK YOU
to Remington Development Corporation who donated $1000.00,
and David Finch and Laurie Stretch for donating $500.00 to our
program. Your support is appreciated. Think of all we can get up to
with that kind of money!
If you wish to join us, want more information, or just want to read
our epic monthly E-Zine and play story games – head over to our
website: www.realityisoptional.weebly.com.
Photo: Kim Firmston
Chuck
By Emily
Smith,
Firmston,
Chairclub
Ramsay
member
Vision 2020 Committee
This past month Reality Is Optional Creative Kids’ Programming
(RIOCKP) was spotted in two different cities on the same day! In
Calgary, RIOCKP had the most entertaining tent in the whole of
Teen Fest. We hosted competitions such as Draw That!, Banana
Haiku, Shakespearian insults, and Black Out Poetry – GI Joe style.
Competitors won a Reality Is Optional pin and the winner won a
book and, most importantly, a rubber lizard. We were secretly a reptile awareness booth (mwa ha ha). Up in Edmonton, Pen & Panel,
led by Sebastien Ringuette, held a panel (a Pen and Panel panel) at
the Edmonton Comic and Entertainment Expo. Out of these two
events we attracted various new members who are all super cool!
November 14, 2015 7:00 PM
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Neighbour -To-Neighbour
WE BUILT A FENCE FOR MARY Erik, Sonny, Shelley, James, Dean. Kevin, Nicole, Kevin, Mar9n, Liam, Mary, & Gord, & Mike On Saturday September 26, this amazing team got the job done in record 9me, with 9me for some home baking and a delicious lunch Thank-­‐you for a job well done & a lovely NEIGHBOUR day. Know a neighbour who needs help?
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The Plot Thickens – Community Garden
Recreation Update
Sheila Wetanko
As always with Calgary weather the garden is confused. With the
mild autumn season, the tomato plants, that got hit by hail, have
once again started to flower…poor things. On the upside things
like carrots and beets have had a chance to get a little bigger! So
harvest season this year has extended and we are still busy with the
winter store.
Shannon Fox • 403.966.5130• recreation@ramsaycalgary.
ca
Stampede Party in November!
Our Stampede Party may have been rained out in July,
but that hasn’t dampened the party spirit! You’re all
invited to Stampede in November. Come out to celebrate on Saturday, November 28 at 7:00pm at Ramsay Hall, Upper Level. Join
us for cold drinks, live music and good fun. All the silent auction
items will be up for grabs and all the proceeds support the Ramsay
Rink upgrades and free community programs.
Next up is the garden clean up and to fill the compost bins with
leaves, dried plant material, and veggie scraps from all that cooking!
Again, if you are new to gardening, not to fear community gardens
are full of helpful neighbours with lots of great advice and, sometimes, strong backs as well!
Here are some other resources and courses in Calgary worth a
check:
Calgary Horticultural Society is offering a course called “What
Now? Fall Ground Preparation and Winter Fruit Pruning” on November 7th. Details about this course and other resources can be
found on their website at www.calhort.org.
Check out Poppy Innovations at their website www.poppyinnovations.ca. They offer courses in gardening, preserving, and cooking.
And have great recipe ideas posted as well, did someone say “Beer
Salsa”!?
Until next time!
Ice Makers (AKA Rink Rats) Needed!
If you’d like to join us to make ice this season at Ramsay Rink,
please get in touch. No experience necessary, we can show you the
ropes! Even an hour here and there throughout the season is a huge
help. We’ll likely start making ice toward November. Send us an
email if you can help out this winter – recreation@ramsaycalgary.
ca.
Canteen Volunteers
Is anyone interested in volunteering to run the Ramsay Rink canteen this year? You can make your own hours, set the menu, plus
the Recreation Committee will support you in any way you need.
Our goal is to have more community members think about the
rink as a great entertainment/visiting destination. Contact [email protected] if you’d like to get involved.
Shannon Fox, [email protected]
403.966–5130
Blackfoot District Guiding
Judy O’Keefe
Lest We Forget
November is a time when we reflect on the
sacrifices our men and women in service
made and continue to make fighting for the
rights and freedoms of all people. We must
never forget.
We would like to thank everyone who
supported Guiding by buying a box of our
yummy mint chocolate cookies. Cookies
help support our many activities throughout the year.
Brownie units are working on their program, going to camp and doing outside
activities. Some held Halloween parties,
enrolments and will have a visit from a Girl
Guide music trainer.
Guide units went to camp, gardened at Bar
U Ranch, sold cookies and checked out the
Sandy Cross Conservation Area. Some units
will be writing letters to our soldiers overseas as and volunteering at Remembrance
Day ceremonies around the city.
Pathfinder, Ranger and Trex units went to
a Stampeders football game, had a campfire
in Fish Creek Park, planted trees for TD
Tree Day, tried out Extreme Air trampolining, volunteered with the CIBC Run for the
Cure, went to Nite Trek and will be having
a fabulous bridging Laser Quest outing.
Guiding is a great place to grow lasting
friendships and experience new opportunities. Why not give us a try!
If you have any questions regarding
Guiding or registration please call 403–
283–8348
Girl Greatness Starts Here!
Photos: Judy O’Keefe
All the units in Blackfoot District came
together for a super swim night at Acadia
Pool. It was a wild and wet evening of fun
and games.
Spark units have been enjoying the good
weather by going on nature walks and
learning about animals. They have held
enrolments, sold cookies and are making
poppies for Remembrance Day.
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RAMSAY
STAMPEDE
PARTY 2.0
(THE REBOOT)
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 7PM
RAMSAY HALL, Upper Level
Live
Music
Silent
Auction
Dancin’
Cash Bar
We won’t let the weather dampen our fun this time! Join us for this Stampede Party reboot!
Another fun event from the Ramsay Recreation Committee!
Proceeds from this event will support Ramsay Rink upgrades and programs.
Inglewood Aquatic Centre Fall 2015 1527-­‐ 17 Avenue S.E. Effective September 8 – Dec 20, 2015 Information: 311 Registrations: 403-­‐268-­‐3800 Extra Swim Times can be found online at www.calgary.ca/pools
Schedule is subject to change Time
Monday
7:30 am
Lane Swim
6 – 9 am
*
6 am
8 am
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
10 am
Lane Swim
12 - 1pm
*Lane Swim
T.D.W.W
Lane Swim
12 - 1pm
* Lane Swim
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8 – 9 am
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Family
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1.5
3.00
3.00
13.20
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54.00
13.50
27.00
27.00
118.80
30X
144.00
36.00
72.00
72.00
316.80
58.76
N/A
29.38
29.38
N/A
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Family Swim
10 am - 12 pm
Birthday Party
Booking
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1 – 3 pm **
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Booking
Available
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Bookings
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1:15 – 3:00 pm
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1 – 4 pm
Lane Swim
4 – 6:30 PM
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8 - 9 am
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12 pm
Tuesday
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