Summer 2014 - Fairview Community Association
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Summer 2014 - Fairview Community Association
www.fairviewcommunity.ca NEXT ISSUE: SEPTEMBER Summer 2014 TARGET YOUR MARKET If you are reading this, so are your potential customers! Community Garden Meeting – August 6th Senior’s Meeting – August 13th TAKE THE FIRST STEP! Call Accurate Reprographics: 403-251-6654 E-mail: [email protected] Fairview Business Initiative – Toppler Bowl Deadline for the next issue: August 6 Our Publications: September 2014 DOVER to Your Door June 2014 www.fairviewcommunity.ca Fall 2014 Your Official Community Newsletter Community Garden Meeting - June 4th BACK TO SCHOOL Hillsboro Place Public Info Session #2 - June 12th AGM - June 18th Neighbour Day in Flavelle Park - June 21st Senior’s Tea/Meeting June 27th Take the Community Garden Site Survey! Flint Playground Build August 14-17. The Evergreen ! NEW September 2014 Express Information & Programs for the Evergreen Area Everglades • Everhollow • Evercreek Bluffs • Everridge • Eversyde • Everwood Everoak • Everglen • Everstone • Everwillow • Evermeadow • Everbrook 3133 30th Avenue SE September 2014 The Millrise Messenger Local Information, Events & Recreation Programs • Millrise Residents September 2014 nee aw Sh Evergreen Official Community Association Newsletter “Serving the communities of Shawnee Slopes and Evergreen Estates” BACK TO SCHOOL! Drivers, slow down in school zones, watch for crosswalks, and be on the lookout for kids riding to school on their bikes! Design & Layout: Digital Gallery – Phone: 403-201-0357 Printing & Advertising: Accurate Reprographics – Phone: 403-251-6654 Email: [email protected] BACK TO SCHOOL! Drivers slow down in school zones, watch for crosswalks, and be on the lookout for kids riding to school on their bikes! Design & Layout: Digital Gallery – Phone: 403-201-0357 Printing & Advertising: Accurate Reprographics – Phone: 403-251-6654 Email: [email protected] BACK TO SCHOOL Dover Community Association Published by Accurate Reprographics ● www.accurate-repro.com ● For Advertising, Call 403-251-6654 BACK TO SCHOOL! Drivers, slow down in school zones, watch for crosswalks, and be on the lookout for kids riding to school on their bikes! Design & Layout: Digital Gallery – Phone: 403-201-0357 Printing & Advertising: Accurate Reprographics – Phone: 403-251-6654 Email: [email protected] Flint Playground Build – August 14-17. Hello Shawnessy! September 2014 Local Information, Events & Recreation Programs – Shawnessy Shannon Park and Shawville Residents BACK TO SCHOOL! Drivers slow down in school zones, watch for crosswalks, and be on the lookout for kids riding to school on their bikes! Design & Layout: Digital Gallery – Phone: 403-201-0357 Printing & Advertising: Accurate Reprographics – Phone: 403-251-6654 Email: [email protected] Published by Accurate Reprographics ● www.accurate-repro.com ● For Advertising, Call 403-251-6654 Acadia Dental We welcome you as new patients to join our Practice Dr. Robert H. Hawkins 252-0303 “Committed to your Dental Health” l Preventive l Restorative l Cosmetic l Emergency Care l Sports Guards Provided in a warm & caring environment visit us at www.acadiadental.ca #201, 8330 Fairmount Drive S.E. Community Classifieds WANTED YOUTH LAWN & GARDEN MAINTENANCE interested in signing up on the Fairview Youth directory. Let us know your name, phone number and Fairview Area (or address) and we’ll add you to our directory. Call 403.252.5424 or email [email protected] for more information or to sign up. FREE: LOST & FOUND, GIVE-AWAY AND LOCAL COMMUNITY SERVICE ADS GIVE-AWAY – Do you have things lying around and you just wish someone would take it away? You don’t want any money for it? Advertise it FREE in the Focus on Fairview newsletter. See below for more information or email us at [email protected] RATES (per issue, including GST): Members: $8.40; Non-members: $10.50; Non-Residents: $15.75, Maximum three consecutive issues. Full payment due with submission. Ads limited to home based business sales & services. DEADLINE: The 15th of the current month for inclusion in the next issue TO SUBMIT AN AD: Complete the form and mail to Box 78053, 383 Heritage Drive SE, T2H 2Y1. Make cheques payable to Fairview Community Association. OR Pay & Submit your ad online at www.fairviewcommunity.ca FAIRVIEW IN FOCUS CLASSIFIED AD ORDER Name of Advertiser: Phone: Text of ad (25 to 30 words) maximum four published lines # of Issues or Month(s) to run:__________(max 3) Payment enclosed $_____________ Shaw Charity Classic 2014 - August 27- 31, 2014 Volunteers Needed! Looking for a great way to enjoy the fun and excitement of The Shaw Charity Classic? Come and join the CPAA Team at this year's Classic working hole one concession. Last year we had a lot of fun serving up refreshments and burgers to hungry spectators and golfers alike. So much so we decided to do it again this year. With support from Volunteers like you we raised over $6000.00 last year for our members. Come out this year and help us raise some more, several positions available. Contact the Cerebral Palsy Association, 403-543-1161, [email protected] The Schizophrenia Society of Alberta is very excited to invite you to our Open Minds Walk and Run 2014! Saturday August 23, 2014, North Glenmore Park, Blue Heron and Golden Eagle Picnic Areas (7305 Crowchild TR SW). The Schizophrenia Society for Alberta needs you more than ever! All funds raised will go directly to the branch in your area to support the programs offered to those living with schizophrenia and their family and caregivers. Visit http://www.schizophrenia.ab.ca/index.php/get-involved/join-an-ssaevent.html or contact Andrea Salciccioli, 403.264.5161, [email protected] Summer 2014 FAIRVIEW IN FOCUS page 34 Our Vision To promote and enhance a healthy, safe and productive environment for the Residents of Fairview by providing access to programs, services and information, all while establishing a sense of community identity and belonging. Board of Directors President Dave Eisenbart 403.454.8327 [email protected] 1st Vice Stacey McDougall 403.474.305 [email protected] 2nd Vice Pat Hirsche 403.259.4341 [email protected] Treasurer Kara Fredrickson 403.999.5572 [email protected] Secretary Carah Scherwitz 403.301.5223 [email protected] Directors at Large: Shauna deFreitas 403.993.8573 Elizabeth Duerkop 403.245.9346 Melody Eisenbart 403.454.8327 Vanessa Hanel 403.808.6878 Robert Isaac 403.355-5335 Joel Klyn 403.698.1566 Joanne Norton 403.474.1326 Community Services Contacts: Police Non-Emergency Services (Dist 6) 403.567.6600 Community Liaison Officer: 403.567.6600 Cst. Henry Robinson #4196 [email protected] Community & Neighborhood Services, South Area: 403.476.7277 www.welcomewagon.ca 866.627.6070 www.calgaryyouthjustice.com 403.261.9861 Government Representatives Councillor, Ward 9 Gian-Carlo Carra [email protected] 403.268.2430 www.carra4ward9.ca MLA, Calgary-Acadia, Honourable Jonathan Denis, QC (PC) [email protected] 403.640.1363 Fairview In Focus Fairview in Focus is published 11 times a year by the Fairview Community Association and hand-delivered to all Fairview homes. The opinions expressed within any published article, report or submission reflects those of the author, and should not be considered to reflect those of the Fairview Community Association. The information contained in this newsletter is believed to be accurate, but is not warranted to be so. The Community Association does not endorse any person or persons advertising in this newsletter, and publication of these ads should not be considered an endorsement of any goods or services. Submission Deadline: 10th of the month for the next month’s news. Comments, Questions & Submissions are always welcome. Editor Email: [email protected] Mail: Fairview Community Association Box 78053, 383 Heritage Dr SE, Calgary, AB T2H 2Y1 Messages: 403.252.5424 Email: [email protected] Web-Site: www.fairviewcommunity.ca Table of Contents Board Bits Community Garden Membership Monthly Recipe Playground Committee Playgrounds, Child Care, School Information Seniors Upcoming Events Volunteer Opportunities Youth Services Map Cover: Dave Sanderson, owner of Toppler Bowl in Fairview Picture taken by Mark Dutkoski. MP, Calgary Southeast, Minister of Citizenship, Immigration, and Multiculturalism Jason Kenney 403.225.3480 www.jasonkenney.ca [email protected] Summer 2014 5-6 14 18 28 15-16 23 22 25 7 19 21 FAIRVIEW IN FOCUS Got a great picture to share? Email us at [email protected] page 3 From Alberta Health Services President’s Message President's Message Accidental Poisoning It has been a perfect start to the 2014 summer with beautiful weather, a great Stampede and lots of positive buzz in Calgary. It is an above 30C day in mid-July as I write this column! It was great to see all of the work on Flavelle Park get completed this past week as we are finally able to close that chapter in Fairview’s history. We are looking forward to utilizing that park space all summer and again for our Fairview Family Festival & Film Night on September 12th. I would like to publicly thank Tracy Sanford for her work on the board over the past few years Tracy has moved on to other things but will be around to help volunteer for us in the future. Also a big thanks to Joanne Norton and Shauna de Freitas, our newest board members this year, and to all the returning board members for their continued support and efforts. I am also very excited to announce that we have filled all of our executive positions! Thanks to everyone for stepping up! We are also very pleased to introduce a new column in this month’s newsletter that has been in the works for many months - the Fairview Business Initiative. This column will highlight many of the great local small businesses in and around Fairview. This month’s column will feature an old familiar friend that has been a We expect the remainder of the work on Flint centrepiece of Fairview for decades. Special Park to be completed sometime this summer with our major playground build happening on thanks to Mark Dutkoski for his help with this fun and fascinating project, both with the August 14th to 17th - we really need a lot of community volunteers to complete this massive interviews and great photography! project! Read on for more details about how There are a lot of updates in this newsletter you can help out. including an info on our AGM, seniors activities, Flint Playground build, our Spares & It was wonderful to see a solid enthusiastic group of seniors turn out for our first seniors tea Strikes bowling night, the Community Garden and Hillsboro Place, so read on! and meeting on June 27th. We are hoping to keep this going indefinitely, but need support from as many people as possible. There is more info on this further in this newsletter. Summer 2014 FAIRVIEW IN FOCUS page 4 WANT TO PLACE AN AD? Here’s How. E-mail your ad to: [email protected] or bring/ send your ad to: Accurate Reprographics, 2812 Cedarbrae Drive S.W., Calgary, AB T2W 1X9 Please include your written ad with payment. Deadline for placing an ad is the 4th of each month prior to the issue in which it will appear (eg. Jan 4th for Feb. issue). Ads can be up to a maximum of 35 words. No receipt given for classified ads. PRICES: $16.00/month cash or cheque + GST. Credit card $18.00 + GST. We reserve the right to edit if ad is too long. RENOVATION/DEVELOPMENT: Complete interior and exterior general contracting services. Kitchens, baths, basements, media rooms, home offices, decking, fences, garages. Free estimates, references, warranty. J.D. Meyer Construction Ltd. Phone/Fax: 403-251-9023. LAWN TO LAWN: Support your local entrepreneurial student!. SPRING YARD CLEANUP starting at $60. WEEKLY LAWN MOWING starting at $30. Providing lawn care since 2011. Mike: 403.850.5973 or likemike10@ shaw.ca to arrange your lawn care today! Summer 2014 Alberta Health Services EMS would like to remind parents about precautions they can take to prevent childhood poisonings. Ingesting medications, prescription, or over-thecounter products, is the leading cause of accidental poisoning in children. Even small amounts of adult medications can be seriously harmful, or even fatal to your child if swallowed. Other causes of poisoning are household products, such as dishwasher tablets and personal care items (mouthwash, nail polish, etc.). MEDICATION STORAGE - Store all medications in a locked container and place in an area inaccessible to children. - Keep medications in their original child-resistant packaging. - Do not mix multiple medications inside one bottle. - Install child locks on all cabinets, or drawers where medications are stored. SAFETY TIPS - Ensure visitors to your home keep their personal belongings out of children’s reach. They may contain unsafe items. - Take extra precautions with medicines that appeal to children such as chewable vitamins, or flavoured cough and cold syrups. - Properly dispose of any medications, or toxic household products no longer in use. PREVENTION - Store household products, car supplies, and cosmetics in locked cupboards, or drawers. - Apply child safely latches to drawers and cabinets, if they are within a child’s reach. - Know and label all plants in and around your home and garden. - Antifreeze, windshield washer fluid, and pesticides are extremely poisonous. Even small amounts of these can cause serious illness when ingested. - Poisoning information can be obtained by calling the Poison and Drug Information Service (PADIS) at 1-800-3321414. - In case of a poisoning emergency, call 9-1-1. - Provide the name of the product ingested or, if it is safe to do so, a sample of the substance for EMS to inspect on their arrival. FAIRVIEW IN FOCUS page 33 Calgarians can help keep natural areas natural From design through construction, progress continues on all three new recreation facilities in the southeast. There are many different types of parks in Calgary. They are broadly divided into two categories; manicured parks and natural area parks. Manicured parks have cropped grass, landscaped trees, non-native plants and open spaces. Natural area parks are designed to increase the diversity of native plants and animals by protecting natural habitats and allowing natural processes to occur. Some specialized techniques for improving natural area parks include; erosion control, weed control, and planting native vegetation. At Quarry Park, crews are mobilizing on site to start on foundation work. Local residents can expect to see construction activity on the site increase over the next two year as the recreation facility is built. When open, the approximately 95,000 sq. ft. facility at 108 Quarry Park Rd. S.E. will include two pools, a gymnasium, a fitness centre and library. The natural area parks in the city provide important habitat, food, and movement corridors for many species of birds, animals and native vegetation. They act as protective buffers between urban areas and sensitive ecosystems such as rivers and wetlands. Natural area parks also provide us with a place to exercise, relax, unwind and enjoy nature. Foundation work starts on first of three southeast recreation facilities Board Bits and Business Photos of all the IDA, Flint Park and Flavelle Park upgrades have been updated on our website - check them out at www.fairviewcommunity.ca Keeping natural areas healthy is everyone’s responsibility. Please refrain from engaging in these activities because of their negative impact to nature’s careful balance: mowing, irrigation, planting, placing garden furniture, composters, and bird feeders, dumping of garden waste, and building of bike jumps. Expect construction on the Great Plains facility to start in the fall. The arena facility at 5749 76 Ave. S.E. will feature two multi-purpose rinks that will bring together ice sports enthusiasts from across the city. Schematic design work at Seton continues to progress. The approximately 330,000 sq. ft. regional recreation facility will feature competition and leisure pools, two multi-purpose rinks, three gymnasiums, fitness centre, theatre, library and more. The City will unveil the schematic design to the community in late 2014. These new recreation facilities will provide great spaces to play, learn, grow and connect and are a vital component in developing active, vibrant and complete communities. For the latest news and designs for each new facility, visit www.calgary.ca/newreccentres. Quarry Park recreation facility rendering (subject to change) Summer 2014 These activities are damaging to the natural area because they allow for the introduction of weedy species, and loss of native species diversity and habitat. These activities are also prohibited under the Parks and Pathways Bylaw. Calgarians can help keep Calgary’s natural areas healthy through encouraging and engaging in behaviours that support a healthy ecosystem. As neighbours to the natural area and as members of the larger community of Calgary, you can play a part in keeping Calgary natural and beautiful: stay on the designated trails and pathways; do not dig holes, plant vegetation, dump garden waste, mow, or place garden furniture/composters in the natural area; do not feed or disturb the wildlife; and groom pets to remove plant parts, which stops the spread of weeds. Flavelle Park Flavelle Park work was completed in mid-July with installation of the final two benches next to the playground as well as our beautiful bronze donor plaque. Be sure to check out the final upgrades and make use this great green space to its fullest! If you would like to volunteer for restoration activities in a natural area park you can register online at calgary.ca. Additional information can be found in the Parks and Pathways Bylaw (Bylaw Number 20M2003) at calgary.ca and by calling 311. FAIRVIEW IN FOCUS page 32 Flint Park The off-leash area has been seeing a lot more activity since the fence went in in May. Since the last newsletter, the final section of pathway has been paved and the “entering/exiting offleash area” signs have been installed - please remember that the off-leash area is ONLY the fenced off area, not before or after, so please be a courteous dog owner and respect the boundaries! You may have noticed that the electrical utility box at the north end of the park was tagged with graffiti - as such, the community association requested that this box be included in the City of Calgary’s utility box public art program. We were successful and this box is expected to be painted this summer! And, of course, the new playground will be installed in August! Next Board Meeting - Tue, September 16, 7:00 pm Fairview Community Building, please contact the Secretary if you wish to attend. All members encouraged & welcome to attend; please contact the Secretary a week in advance, if you wish to be on the agenda for this meeting. Summer 2014 FAIRVIEW IN FOCUS page 5 ANIMAL& BYLAW SERVICES More Board Bits and Business Partnering with Calgarians calgary.ca/animalservices Getting to know The City of Calgary Animal & Bylaw Services Animal & Bylaw Services partners with Calgarians to foster safe, healthy and clean communities. Our role: We provide many essential services that help build and maintain strong communities, including: Investigating and resolving bylaw-related citizen complaints, such as graffiti, untidy properties, and snow and ice concerns. Providing community education and awareness programs to teach Calgarians about bylaws, responsible pet ownership and responsible citizenship. Working with community groups and citizens to identify issues and build sustainable solutions. Funding community improvement projects, such as community cleanups and graffiti removal. Providing cat and dog related services, such as licensing and adoption services. Role of Calgarians: Reporting problems Annual General Meeting We had a small turnout for our AGM on June 18th. The meeting was quick as we moved through the basic business of the organization, highlighted some of the special moments of the past year as well as previewed some of the upcoming events and projects for the next year. Our new board was also elected and our executive was appointed at the board meeting the following week. We are proud to present to you our 2014-2015 Fairview Community Association Board of Directors and Executive Committee: David Eisenbart - President Stacey McDougall - 1st Vice-President Pat Hirsche - 2nd Vice-President Kara Fredrickson - Treasurer Carah Scherwitz - Secretary Melody Eisenbart - Director Joel Klyn - Director Robert Isaac - Director Elizabeth Duerkop - Director Vanessa Hanel - Director Joanne Norton - Director Shauna de Freitas – Director Summer 2014 Reporting problems shows that citizens care about their communities and helps prevent further signs of disregard or decay from appearing. IDA After many delays, all of the lower level renovations have been completed at InDefinite Arts. Usage of the building started in mid-June with IDA’s AGM, our AGM and a grand re-opening on June 19th where the Fairview Community Association received a gift from In-Definite Arts for our financial (and moral) support of the renovations. The Optimist Gallery is the centrepiece of this work and is stunning, especially when art is on display. Be sure to also check out the Jane Cameron archives. For general information or to report a bylaw infraction, contact 311. Have the following information ready before calling: Your name, address and phone number. The address or location of the infraction. A brief and concise description of the complaint. No anonymous complaints will be accepted. However, your personal information will remain confidential. What happens next? When a complaint is registered: The information is assigned a file number and is forwarded to a peace officer in that area. The officer will visit the location of the infraction. Complaints are handled on a priority basis, with precedence given to those reflecting a serious public safety implication. If there appears to be a bylaw infraction, the procedure will differ depending upon the type of infraction. Citizens may follow up on the status of their complaint by contacting 311 with the file number. For more information about Calgary’s bylaws or the role of Animal & Bylaw Services, please visit calgary.ca/bylawservices. Onward/ By 2020, Calgary communities are increasingly able to resolve community-based problems. FAIRVIEW IN FOCUS page 6 Summer 2014 FAIRVIEW IN FOCUS page 31 Religious Activities Upcoming Events Lighthouse Church Interdenominational - Charismatic Worship, Sunday Worship at 10:30 am at 9827E Horton Road SW, Ph. 640-2099, Staff Pastor: Frank Amantea www.calgarylighthouse.com; [email protected] The Four12 Youth Centre is a weekly drop-in event for youth aged 13-17 in the Calgary communities of Haysboro, Willow Park, Acadia, Fairview and Southwood. The Youth Centre offers video games like Nintendo Wii and Rockband, board games, monitored internet stations, movies on the big-screen, foosball and air hockey, all free to local youth. Open every Friday from 7pm-10pm. Four12 Youth Centre is open to youth of any background, culture or belief system. For more information, contact Frank Amantea at (403)640-2099 or email [email protected]. Fairview Baptist Church Fairview Baptist Church welcomes you to a traditional morning worship service at 11am. Sunday school (for all ages) at 9:30. Located on the corner of Fairmount Dr. & 78th Ave SE. Ph: 403-252-1704, visit www.fairviewbaptistchurch.ca E-mail [email protected] Do You Love to Sing? Sing With the Calgary Music Makers Seniors! Everyone’s Welcome. Rehearsals are at 9:15 am, every Thursday morning at the Fairview Baptist Church, 230 78th Avenue S.E. For more information, call 403-245-4115 or 403-201-9138 or email [email protected] The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints 940 Acadia Drive SE, Phone: 403 720 8066 Sacrament Services are Sundays at 9am & 1pm Summer 2014 Calgary World Harvest "A place where you're not an accident waiting to happen, but a destiny waiting to be fulfilled" Meets every Sunday 11am at 680 Acadia Drive SE. For more information contact 403-873-1329 or visit us online at www.calgaryworldharvest.com McDougall United Church 8516 Athabasca Street SE P: 403-252-1620 F: 403-252-1655. Services held every Sunday beginning at 9:50am www.mcdougalluc-calgary.net Heritage Time-Out: Wednesdays, 9-11 am. Enjoy quilting, knitting, card making, and more! Register to come each week or just drop-in. Baby sitting for tots and special rates for seniors. For more info email [email protected] St. Andrews Presbyterian Church (703 Heritage Drive SE – Call 255-0001) Our regular hours of Sunday worship are 9:30 A.M. and 11:15 A.M. Child care for infants up to three years old is available at both Sunday morning services. Parking can be found in our own lot, at the YMCA next door, or on neighbouring streets. St. Andrew's hosts the SOUTHERN SUDAN CHRISTIAN CHURCH. This worship community meets on Sunday afternoons at 1:30 P. M. for services in the Nuer language. St. Andrew’s endeavors to be a community supporting these people within our midst. Would you like to have your church or church event and news listed here? Community Garden Meeting Fairview Seniors Meeting Flavelle Park Everyone welcome! For more information, contact Katie at 403-463-6337 or [email protected] Fairview Baptist Church, lower level At this meeting we will discuss which ideas to move forward on and we hope to set up a regular meeting and activity schedule. Please come out to show your support and contribute your ideas! We need your help to make this program a reality. For more information, call or email Stacey at 403-4741305, [email protected] Wednesday, August 6th, 7:30 pm Fairview Fall Movie Night Friday, September 12th, 6:00pm Fairview Community Building, Lower level Come join us for Fairview’s Family Festival and Film Night! Hosted in Flavelle Park on Friday September 12th 2014. Festivities start at 6:00pm with the family friendly movie kicking off at approximately 8:15pm. Come join us in Flavelle Park for an evening of family fun! Bouncy Castles, face painters and Food Trucks will be present! Details will be posted online at www.fairviewcommunity.ca and in our September newsletter! Wednesday, August 13th, 2-4pm Upcoming Board Meetings Tuesday, September 16, 7:00 pm Fairview Community Building, Lower level Note: Date change from the usually third Tuesday of each month. Please contact the Secretary if you wish to attend - all members are encouraged & welcome to do so. Rant, Rave, Remark or Rebut Got something to say? We’d like to hear it. Keep it short, and don’t make it personal. Email submissions, up to 250 words, including a name and a phone number to [email protected] (The editor reserves the right to edit submission for brevity & clarity.) All opinions expressed in this column are those of the writer, and in no way can be interpreted to represent the views, opinions, or policies of the Fairview Community Association or its representatives. Email us at [email protected] FAIRVIEW IN FOCUS page 30 Summer 2014 FAIRVIEW IN FOCUS page 7 CROSSWORD CROSSWORD SOLUTION SUDOKU SOLUTION Leap, and the net will appear. - John Burroughs Mayfair TAXI PHONE: 255-6555 221-TAXI 1-888-995-6555 Over 40 camps to create Summer memories! Trico Centre has been committed to family wellness for over 30 years. Our day camps provide the most optimal care, socialization and fun! And are the perfect way to allow your children to enjoy summer and celebrate warm weather! For more details and to sign up vist www.tricocentre.ca. TTrico i CCentre t ffor FFamily il W Wellness ll Serving Calgary for over 50 years! Summer 2014 FAIRVIEW IN FOCUS page 8 Summer 2014 11150 Bonaventure Drive SE 403-278-7542 | www.tricocentre.ca FAIRVIEW IN FOCUS page 29 Seniors Programming Recipe Feature Zucchini Cake Photo from: http://www.huffingtonpost.ca/mennonite-girls-can-cook/bundt-cake-recipe_b_3920325.html This one is for those gardeners (or friends of gardeners) with one (or more!) of those giant zucchinis. Crust: 1 ½ c. sugar ½ tsp. salt ½ c. margarine ½ tsp. baking powder ½ c. oil 4 Tbsp. cocoa 2 eggs ½ c. buttermilk 1 tsp. vanilla 2-3 c. zucchini, grated 2c. flour 2 c. chocolate chips 1 tsp. cinnamon Directions Combine all ingredients. Pour into 2 loaf pans, or one bundt pan. Bake at 350F for 60 min. Variation: Substitute applesauce for either the margarine or oil. NUIT BLANCHE CALGARY - September 20th * Olympic & Municipal Plazas * 7 PM – 1 AM * Free * www.nuitblanchecalgary.ca Tea & Conversation The afternoon tea in June was a great success. We discussed the need for a space to gather in on a regular basis for conversation and activities, as well as an interest in programming of arts and fitness programs in the community directed at seniors. Due to summer closure and holidays at IDA we were not able to get a meeting space together for July. The next Senior’s Meeting is scheduled for August 13, 2-4pm at the Fairview Baptist Church, lower level. At this meeting we will discuss which ideas to move forward on and we hope to set up a regular meeting and activity schedule. Please come out to show your support and contribute your ideas! We need your help to make this program a reality. For more information, call or email Stacey at 403-474-1305, [email protected] Special thanks to In-Definite Arts for providing the meeting space. Summer 2014 FAIRVIEW IN FOCUS page 28 Summer 2014 FAIRVIEW IN FOCUS page 9 Thank You Braeside from Animal & BylawYou Services ANIMAL& BYLAW SERVICES Thank THANK YOU BRAESIDE from Animal & Bylaw Services!!! Partnering with Calgarians calgary.ca/animalservices FAIRVIEW DOG BITE PREVENTION “Safety is our top priority. We see so many dog bites every summer that could have been prevented and many time it's children who are bitten because they are so trusting,” says Alvin Murray, Animal & Bylaw Services (ABS) North Operation Manager. Congratulations on a successful Community Cleanup on May 4th. “Teaching ourselves and our children how to stay safe is the best way to prevent a dog bite.” The weights collected for this year: ABS has a few tips to help ensure people and pets interact in a safe and responsible way. Many of these tips also apply within your own home and with your own pets. ABS is also seeing an increase in dog bites to children in their own homes. Organics: 3790kg Safety around dogs Garbage: (4 loads)12485kg Total: 16275kg Thank you Fairview Community Association and residents for your commitment to help create healthy, safe and vibrant communities. ANIMAL& BYLAW SERVICES Partnering with Calgarians Always stay away from stray dogs even if you think you know the dog. Never try to break up a fight between two animals even if one is your own. Never tease a dog, or do anything that may hurt it. Never take away a dog's food or bone, or pull a toy from his mouth. Never disturb a dog that's sleeping or eating. Never approach a dog that's with her puppies. Stay away from a dog that has been tied up and left alone in a public place. Always keep your face away from dogs. Never run away from a dog that scares you. Instead, stand like a tree by making your hands into fists and placing them under your chin. Stand still, do not speak to the dog, and look at the ground. Never stare into the dog's eyes. Doing these things will show the dog that you are not a threat. Meeting a dog DISCLAIMER Accurate Reprographics does not endorse any person(s) advertising in this newsletter. Publication of these ads should not be considered an endorsement of any goods or services. Accurate Reprographics reserves the right to publish any and all colour ads/artwork in black and white should a problem arise with our colour printing equipment. Always ask the owner's permission to pet the dog first. If the owner gives you permission to pet the dog, let the dog sniff your hand, being sure not to place your hand in its face. Pet the dog gently under the chin. Do not pet the dog on its head, as not all dogs like to be touched on the top of their heads. Dog owners Neuter your male dog. Unneutered dogs may be more aggressive than neutered dogs. Control your dog at all times. Do not encourage aggressive behaviour by playing rough or pulling toys or bones from your dog's mouth. Properly socialize your dog. Keep your dog out of situations you know may cause problems. For more information on how to prevent dog bites and other animal-related services in Calgary visit calgary.ca/animalservices or call 311. #10, 6020 - 1a St SW Calgary AB T2H 0G3 Summer 2014 403 831 0842 www.jerrycharlton.com [email protected] FAIRVIEW IN FOCUS page 10 Summer 2014 FAIRVIEW IN FOCUS page 27 A Message from Hon. Jonathan Denis QC As we move into the dog days of summer, I am pleased with how our province continues to roll forward and be an economic driver in the Canadian economy. Please see below for some quick facts and for more information, please visit my facebook and website. Responsible spending and booming economy deliver strong balance sheet The Government of Alberta ended its fiscal year on a positive note with a strong balance sheet after months of uncertainty from volatile oil prices and the June 2013 flooding in southern Alberta. The province achieved a $755 million total surplus. The economy continued to expand, creating thousands of jobs and drawing ever more people to the province. The economic growth rate is estimated to be 3.9 per cent for 2013, which is the fourth consecutive year above 3 per cent. Alberta’s population also reached a major milestone in 2013 surpassing four million people, with a growth rate that is three times the national average. There were 61,400 new jobs created, while the unemployment rate held steady at 4.6 per cent. The strong labour market attracted a record number of migrants with more than 50,000 arriving from other countries and another 50,000 from other provinces. In 2013-14, government continued to invest in core areas that are important to Albertans, including: affordable and accessible health care; looking after vulnerable Albertans; a productive education system; modern infrastructure that supports community and economic growth; responsible resource development with expanded market access; as well as the constant evaluation of the effectiveness of spending to deliver outcomes Albertans expect. Fiscal Summary highlights •Operational surplus of $2.5 billion. •Fiscal plan surplus of $755 million (change in net assets). •Consolidated Financial Statements deficit of $302 million. Operational Plan: revenue highlights •Total revenue was $45.3 billion, nearly 17% higher than budget due to higher energy prices, along with increased personal and corporate income tax revenue, investment income and federal transfers. •Without federal government transfers for flood total revenue was $43.7 billion, nearly 13% higher than budget. •Non-renewable resource revenue was $9.6 billion, 32% higher than budget and 23% higher than last year due to higher oil prices, a lower differential and a lower Canadian dollar. •Total tax revenue was $20.3 billion, 6% higher than budget and nearly 10% higher than last year. •Investment income was $3.2 billion, 50% higher than budget and 29.5% higher than last year. The majority of the increase is due to strong returns for the Heritage Fund and endowment funds. Operational Plan: spending highlights •Total operational expense was $41.9 billion, 9.8% higher than budget and 9.1% higher than last year to pay for the 2013 flood, higher demands in health and human services and enrollment pressures in education. •Without flood assistance, operational expense would have been $39.1 billion, 2.6% higher than budget and 1.9% higher than last year. •This is well below the population plus inflation rate of 5.6%. If you want to get in to a league, you’d better get on it - leagues start in September, but you’re best off to register by mid-August. A special youth bowling registration day is held on August 23rd from 10am to 1pm where kids can register and bowl two games for free. And it’s not too late to register your kids in the summer Kids Bowl Free program and take advantage of a great deal - each child can bowl two free games every day until August 31st, shoes not included. The Sanderson’s are also strongly committed to the family-oriented theme of the business. Dave enforces a no-swearing policy and they have never once in 20 years had to call the police! All of the Sanderson family members (Dave, Lesley, Stacey and David) help run the alley and the other staff members have all been involved in bowling leagues or come up through the youth bowling program. And the place is abuzz with birthday parties nearly every weekend. Capital Plan highlights •$5 billion was spent on capital projects to build the schools, hospitals and roads Albertans called for. •$3.8 billion in direct borrowing helped finance the Capital Plan. •Capital debt servicing costs were $230 million, or 0.5% of operational revenue. The debt servicing limit is 3% of operational revenue. Savings Plan highlights •Total savings grew to $23.2 billion. •The Heritage Savings Trust Fund book value was $15 billion (fair market value of $17.5 billion), following investment returns of 16%. •The Contingency Account’s balance at March 31, 2014 was $4.7 billion, growing from a $3.3 billion balance the previous year. •An additional $1.3 billion is available to be transferred to the Contingency Account in 2014-15 based on the 201314 year-end results. As always your communication with my office helps me do my job. Contact my office anytime at 403-640-1363. Hon. Jonathan Denis QC Minister of Justice and Solicitor General | MLA Calgary Acadia 10, 8318 Fairmount Drive SE [email protected] | www.jonathandenis.com Serving: Riverbend, Southwood, Fairview, Acadia, Willowpark, Mapleridge Constituency Office: 403.640.1363 - Fax: 403.640.2970 Legislature Office: 780.427.2339 - Fax: 780.422.6621 E-mail: [email protected] Office Hours: Mon. to Fri. 9 am - 2 pm Facebook: Facebook.com/jonathandenismla | Twitter: Twitter.com/MinisterJono Summer 2014 Fairview Business Initiative FAIRVIEW IN FOCUS page 26 Although some things at Toppler have changed significantly over the years (electronic scoring becoming standard about 15 years ago, hardwood flooring changing to acrylic flooring and bathroom renovations last year), the nostalgic bowling feel remains strong. But the decor isn’t the only thing that remains relatively unchanged. The Sanderson’s core business philosophy hasn’t changed a bit - service and a personal connection to their customers remains as strong as ever. People are at the core of their business - enjoying the company of every customer that comes through the door, greeting every customer with a smile and embracing youth into their business. Dave wants everyone who comes to Toppler Bowl to bowl, enjoy themselves and leave happy. Summer 2014 Customers consistently remark about the same things - the service is excellent, the size of the alley is comfortable and there is a nice, clean, nostalgic feel. And despite the strong inflationary pressure in Calgary, the prices at Toppler remain very reasonable. It’s easy to see the love Dave has for Toppler Bowl and the sport of bowling. Despite being at the age of retirement, Dave has no plans to retire - he’s enjoying the business too much. And we’re a richer community for it. FAIRVIEW IN FOCUS page 11 Fairview Business Initiative Seniors Who to call? There are many resources and services for seniors in Calgary 403-287-3510 Outreach services (for adults 65+) for South communities The Kerby Centre can provide information on a range of services from grocery delivery, 403-705-3246 housing, counseling, disability services, to home care 24-Hour Seniors’ Help Line – There is always someone to take calls from concerned 403-264-7700 citizens who have identified seniors they believe are at risk or could use a helping hand 2-1-1 Information & referral to Calgary area community, government and social services Copies of the Seniors Directory of Services are available at your local library, local grocery stores or the Community & Neighbourhood Services South Area office (502 Heritage Drive SW). TOPPLER BOWL SCORES BIG IN FAIRVIEW For nearly 50 years, Fairview has been home to a distinctive family-run recreational facility at the heart of this community: Toppler Bowl. It’s hard to believe it, but owners and Fairview residents Dave and Lesley Sanderson occasionally hear a local resident say they didn’t even know there was a bowling alley in their community! Well, we became so enchanted with Toppler Bowl that we’re going to spread the word. Dave got heavily into bowling over 50 years ago and competed seriously in 5-pin bowling. He won the provincial championship in Manitoba six times and once in Alberta and also won the national championship in 1985. His highest score? A perfect game of 450, of course. He has came close again scoring 448 Summer 2014 three times, leaving just one corner pin each time! Over 20 years ago, a close friend purchased a Calgary bowling alley that Dave managed for a few years. Then, 19 years ago, the opportunity to purchase Toppler Bowl came up and Dave and Lesley took advantage of the opportunity becoming the fifth owners of the alley. The alley at that time had its struggles, but they saw the potential and knew that by establishing strong relationships with customers and bowling groups and by strengthening their ties to youth bowling, that Toppler Bowl could do great things. The bowling industry has certainly taken its hits over the years and has to compete heavily with a myriad of other sports and recreational activities. But despite this, the bowling leagues are going strong at Toppler - adult leagues (women’s and mixed) run Monday through Thursday evenings and senior’s leagues run on Fridays; youth bowling leagues run on Saturdays. FAIRVIEW IN FOCUS page 12 Calgary FLC Seniors Club Trico Wellness Centre, 11150 Bonaventure Dr SE Hugh Phelan 403-271-8389, www.flcseniors.ca 55+, Email [email protected] Offering 27 different activities throughout the year. Calgary Music Makers Info 403-245-4115 or 403-201-9138 [email protected] http://www.calgarymusicmakers.ca 50+ Choir, Mixed voices. 9:30am Thursday practices Fairview Baptist Church 230-78 Ave SE Cedarbrae Senior Go-Getters Flr 2-4885 Hubalta Rd SE, Phone: (403) 288-3371 55+, Hours: 12:00-2:30 pm, Wheelchair accessible Forge Senior Citizens Club Flr 2-4885 Hubalta Rd SE, Phone: (403) 288-3371 55+, Hours: 12:00-2:30 pm, Wheelchair accessible Haysboro Senior Resources Group Dorothy, P: (403) 255-7438 [email protected] Meets monthly, speakers, information sessions, entertainment, and usually one bus trip. If you would like your group or event listed, please email us at [email protected] Summer 2014 Heritage Seniors 703 Heritage Dr. S.W. Info: 403 236-7018 55+ Wheelchair accessible, 4 days per week, various activities Email [email protected] Inglewood Silver Threads Association 1311 9 Ave SE, Phone: (403) 264-1006 55+, Hours: 9:30 am-2:00 pm, Wheelchair accessible, Email: [email protected] Know Your Neighbour Club 924 Heritage Dr SW, Phone: (403) 225-2362 Email: [email protected] 55+, Wheelchair accessible McDougall United Church - Heritage Time Out 8516 Athabasca St SE, P: 403-252-1620 All ages. Wednesdays 9-11am, Drop-in and enjoy quilting, knitting, card making, and more! For more information, email [email protected]. South Fish Creek 50+ Drop In 100-333 Shawville Blvd SE, Phone: (403) 201-8652 www.sfcra.com Fri: 9:00 am-12:00 pm, Wheelchair accessible Email: [email protected] For other Senior resources, information and groups in the Calgary area Visit www.seniors.alberta.ca or call the Alberta Seniors Info Line at 1-877-644-9992! FAIRVIEW IN FOCUS page 25 Calgarians can help keep natural areas natural There are many different types of parks in Calgary. They are broadly divided into two categories; manicured parks and natural area parks. Manicured parks have cropped grass, landscaped trees, non-native plants and open spaces. Natural area parks are designed to increase the diversity of native plants and animals by protecting natural habitats and allowing natural processes to occur. Some specialized techniques for improving natural area parks include; erosion control, weed control, and planting native vegetation. The natural area parks in the city provide important habitat, food, and movement corridors for many species of birds, animals and native vegetation. They act as protective buffers between urban areas and sensitive ecosystems such as rivers and wetlands. Natural area parks also provide us with a place to exercise, relax, unwind and enjoy nature. Keeping natural areas healthy is everyone’s responsibility. Please refrain from engaging in these activities because of their negative impact to nature’s careful balance: mowing, irrigation, planting, placing garden furniture, composters, and bird feeders, dumping of garden waste, and building of bike jumps. These activities are damaging to the natural area because they allow for the introduction of weedy species, and loss of native species diversity and habitat. These activities are also prohibited under the Parks and Pathways Bylaw. Calgarians can help keep Calgary’s natural areas healthy through encouraging and engaging in behaviours that support a healthy ecosystem. As neighbours to the natural area and as members of the larger community of Calgary, you can play a part in keeping Calgary natural and beautiful: • stay on the designated trails and pathways; • do not dig holes, plant vegetation, dump garden waste, mow, or place garden furniture/composters in the natural area; • do not feed or disturb the wildlife; and • groom pets to remove plant parts, which stops the spread of weeds. SUDOKU Read Aloud 15 Minutes! There are many wonderful reasons to read aloud every day. It’s a great excuse to cuddle up with somebody special; it’s the perfect opportunity for you and your child to talk about books (and possibly to groom your little one for future book club participation); and it’s an ideal excuse for you to practice your silly voices and funny faces. Research shows that reading aloud with children is the single most important thing you can do to prepare a child for reading and learning. Reading aloud to young children for as little as fifteen minutes per day has been shown to positively influence brain development in very young children, with birth to age three being critical years for the development of language skills. Reading aloud to preschoolers boosts language development, since the number of words a child knows upon entering kindergarten correlates with future academic success. Vocabulary, phonics, comprehension and storytelling are all literacy skills that reading aloud helps to build. Don’t stop reading when your child grows older, big kids love a read aloud story too! Reading aloud stimulates young imaginations and instills a love of reading. And when you read aloud with your child, you become a role model, demonstrating the importance of learning and reading to you and to your family. Getting into the habit of reading aloud with school-aged children during the lazy days of summer is an effective way to halt the summer slide of forgotten knowledge and can even create gains in your student’s knowledge and reading skills. To learn more about early literacy, the importance of reading and to get parent and family resources see www.calgaryreads.com Corner of Elbow Dr. & Sacramento Dr. S.W. One block North of Anderson Rd. Open Daily 5am - 12 pm If you would like to volunteer for restoration activities in a natural area park you can register online at calgary.ca. Additional information can be found in the Parks and Pathways Bylaw (Bylaw Number 20M2003) at calgary.ca and by calling 311. Summer 2014 FAIRVIEW IN FOCUS 2 Tubs Dog Wash Self Serve page 24 Summer 2014 FAIRVIEW IN FOCUS page 13 Pre-School, Playgroups, Child Care Information Community Garden Fairview Community Association makes no representations about the suitability, reliability, timeliness, and accuracy of the playgroups, pre-schools and/or childcare provided and we do not assume any responsibility for the accuracy or reliability of this information. The Fairview Community Association does not assume and expressly disclaims any liability that may result from the use of this information. Summer is finally here! The rains have (mostly) stopped and we are currently experiencing quite a heat wave in Calgary! Flowering perennials, annuals and veggies have leapt out of the ground and gardeners are busy watering, weeding, and praying for a hail-free summer. Our July 4th community garden meeting was held outdoors on a beautiful summer evening at the brand new picnic tables in Flavelle Park (and if you haven't been over there to see the picnic table installations – do so – they are gorgeous!). We had our first peek at the outstanding community garden concept design thanks to committee member and permaculture designer, Adrian Buckley, and are putting the final touches on paperwork required by the City of Calgary for our application. We are planning a Fairview Community Garden Open House this fall to announce the site selection for the garden, and tossing around ideas for a possible community plant share in the fall... so stay tuned for updates about those events! We are always looking for new ideas, so please come join us and help make these events, and the future Fairview Community Garden, the best it can be. The August meeting will be held on Wednesday, August 6 at 7:30 pm in beautiful Flavelle Park again. Summer 2014 As always, you can follow us online at our blog site: fairviewcommunitygarden.wordpress.com, or on Facebook at facebook.com/communitygardenfairview. Come grow with us! Fairview Community Garden meetings are scheduled for the 1st Wednesday of each month, at 7:30pm. Our August meeting will be held at Flavelle Park. Next meeting: August 6, September 3 … Contact Katie at 403-463-6337 or [email protected] Pre-schools Active Learning Programs Ltd. 1401 Acadia Dr. SE Phone: (403) 473-0600 Ages 19months to 5 years Regular, Advanced, Bilingual Before & After School Care www.activelearningprograms.ca Haysboro Community Centre 1204-89th Ave SW P: 403-253-1563 Parent run, 3/4 yr olds http://www.haysboro.org/haysboropre-school/ Mapleridge Cooperative Preschool 600 Acadia Drive SE P: 403-278-9594 Ages 3 & 4 www.mapleridgepreschool.com Willow Park Preschool 680 Acadia Drive SE Phone 403-271-7016 Ages 3 & 4 http://willowparkpreschool.com/ Your listing could be here! [email protected] or call 403-252-5424 Playgroups Acadia & Fairview Families 240-90th AVE. SE Free, Tuesdays 9:30am- 11:00am https://www.facebook.com/groups/1 35018999849983/ Child Care Acadia & Fairview Families 240-90th AVE. SE Free, Tuesdays 9:30am- 11:00am https://www.facebook.com/groups/1 35018999849983/ Haysboro Community Centre 1204-89th Ave SW P: 403-253-1563 Tot Time, Mondays 9–11am http://www.haysboro.org/ Anna Parker Private day home, Fredson Drive SE H: 403-253-7714, C: 403-891-2622 Email: [email protected] Southwest Communities Resource Centre - Parent Talk #42, 2580 Southland Drive SW P: (403) 238-9222, [email protected] Thursday mornings, 10:30 am – 12:00 pm, until Dec 5, 2013 Southland Leisure Centre 2000 Southland Drive SW P: 403-648-6550 Drop-in/Registered Play/Preschool Ages 2-4 http://www.calgary.ca/CSPS/Recreat ion/Pages/Leisurecentres/Southland.aspx Jackie’s Day home Private day home P: 403 289 6146 Justyne Tryon Private day home, Flavelle Road SE P: 403-606-2778 Email: [email protected] Calgary AfterSchool Opportunities for children and youth ages 6 to 16, Monday to Friday, between 3 and 6 pm. Visit www.calgary.ca/afterschool McDougall United Church 8516 Athabasca Street S.E Heritage Time-Out Wednesdays 9-11am [email protected] Registration is open for our 2nd Annual Chip In Fore Communities Golf Tournament being held on Friday, August 15, 2014 at The Canal at Delacour Golf Club! Register today! https://calgarycommunities.com/events/2014-08/ FAIRVIEW IN FOCUS page 14 Summer 2014 FAIRVIEW IN FOCUS page 23 School Information Playgrounds & Fundraising Calgary Board of Education 294-8255, www.cbe.ab.ca (403) 777-7900 schools.cbe.ab.ca/b633 Acadia School 9603 - 5 Street SE (403) 777-8440 schools.cbe.ab.ca/b300 Henry Wise Wood High School 910 - 75 Avenue SW (403) 253-2261 www.henrywisewood.ca/ All Boys Program 3519 - 36 Avenue SW (403) 777-8400 schools.cbe.ab.ca/b409 Canyon Meadows School 395 Canterbury Drive SW (403) 777-8600 schools.cbe.ab.ca/b355 David Thompson School 9320 Arbour Crescent SE (403) 777-7470 schools.cbe.ab.ca/b641 Dr. E.P. Scarlett High School 220 Canterbury Drive SW (403) 281-3366 schools.cbe.ab.ca/b858 Fairview School 7840 Fairmount Drive SE Highwood School 11 Holmwood Avenue NW (403) 777-6200 schools.cbe.ab.ca/b217 Juno Beach Academy of Canadian Studies 315 - 86 Avenue SE (403) 777-7210 schools.cbe.ab.ca/b872 Lake Bonavista School 1015 - 120 Avenue SE (403) 777-6871 schools.cbe.ab.ca/b334 Le Roi Daniels School 47 Fyffe Road SE (403) 777-6420 schools.cbe.ab.ca/b320 Mapleridge Cooperative Preschool The year-end-party and picnic for our students and their families was a spectacular success. We had a great time at Lake Bonavista, filled with fun, laughter and playing at the beach. A big thanks to the organizers and sponsors! Some of the sponsors included Calgary Co-op on Bonaventure Drive, Real Canadian Superstore on 130th Avenue and Tim Horton’s on Southland Drive. We would like to extend our appreciation to all the parents, families and friends who have supported our preschool during the past year. A special thank you to our teacher, Mrs. Killam, for all the love and devotion she gives each child (the kids still remember you 20 years Lord Beaverbrook High School 9019 Fairmount Drive SE (403) 259-5585 schools.cbe.ab.ca/b850 Louis Riel School 9632 Oakfield Drive SW (403) 777-7650 schools.cbe.ab.ca/b625 Midnapore School 55 Midpark Rise SE (403) 777-8680 schools.cbe.ab.ca/b363 Robert Warren School 12424 Elbow Drive SW (403) 777-7690 schools.cbe.ab.ca/b655 Sam Livingston School 12011 Bonaventure Dr. SE (403) 777-6890 schools.cbe.ab.ca/b354 Willow Park School 343 Willow Park Drive SE (403) 777-6900 schools.cbe.ab.ca/b331/ Calgary Catholic School District 500-2000, www.cssd.ab.ca Bishop Grandin 111 Haddon Road SW Phone: (403) 500-2047 www.cssd.ab.ca/bishopgrandin St. Cecilia 610 Agate Cres. SE Phone: (403) 500-2040 www.cssd.ab.ca/stcecilia/ St. Matthew 416 - 83 Avenue SE Phone: (403) 500-2030 www.cssd.ab.ca/stmatthew/ Other School Information Alberta Education P: 780-644-5752 education.alberta.ca/apps/schoo lsdir/ If you would like to be added to this listing, please email [email protected] later!). With another very successful school year behind us, we are now preparing for the preschool’s 32nd year serving the community. Please mark your calendars: Next school year will start with a parent orientation for all classes on Thursday, September 4, 2014. We still have a few spots available for next year. If you would like more information about the preschool please contact us at 403-278-9594, [email protected], or visit the website at www.mapleridgepreschool.com Have a safe and wonderful summer, and we will see you in September! FAIRVIEW IN FOCUS Fairview’s biggest community infrastructure project in decades is coming up fast! Our build with PlayWorks is scheduled for Thursday, August 14th to Sunday, August 17th. Many, many volunteers are needed for this event, so please let us know if you can help out with any of the shifts below. No experience is necessary! It is a ton of fun, a great way to meet your neighbours and build our community! We will feed you lunch, drinks and snacks! Thursday August 14th afternoon - 6 people on call – just in case the truck comes early we need a few bodies to help unload the truck Thursday August 14th evening - 6pm – 9pm – need 15 people Friday August 15th day - 8:30am – 5pm: need 8 – 10 people Submit your school news to [email protected] Summer 2014 Flint Playground Build!! page 22 Summer 2014 Friday August 15th evening - 6pm – 9pm – need 25 people Saturday August 16th day – 8:30am – 5pm – need 25 people Sunday August 17th half-day – 8:30 – 12noon – need 10 people If you are able to help with any of the above shifts, or would like more information please call Melody at 403-454-8327 or email: [email protected]. Sorry, we can not have any minors on work site. If you want to see more detailed, coloured plans for Flint Playground, you can find them at our website. Bottles: Thank you to those who have called to have their bottles picked up or dropped them off. If you have bottles you wish to donate, please call Melody at 403-454-8327 FAIRVIEW IN FOCUS page 15 Playgrounds & Fundraising Youth Directory – Support Fairview Youth! Mowing/Landscaping Your Name Could Be HERE! Baby Sitters Dominick, 403.618.1153, Area A Theo, 403.255.8050, Area C Jared, 403.255.8050, Area C Haley, 403.253.8971, Area D Emily, 587.707.9923, Area D Emma, 403.212.1040, Area D Kaitlyn, 403.274.4692, Area D Gina, 403.249.3801, Area D Mathew, 403.253.5473, Area D Nia, 403.804.0631, Area D Spares and Strikes Our Spares & Strikes bowling night, sponsored by Servus Credit Union, on May 30th was another successful Fairview event! With about 70 people in attendance, teams bowled the night away and enjoyed a very social atmosphere. Door prizes, contests, pizza, giveaways and a silent auction rounded out the evening. We raised just shy of $2000 for the Community Association to continue the important work that we do. All of the photos from the event have been uploaded to our website at www.fairviewcommunity.ca. A huge thank-you to Servus Credit Union, our premiere sponsor of the event, Toppler Bowl and Dave Sanderson for their support with the event and the volunteers who helped out. We would also like to recognize the following businesses and individuals for their help with door prizes, contest prizes, silent auction items and volunteer help with the event: Servus Credit Union Toppler Bowl YMCA Calgary Moksha Yoga C.A.R.E. Centre Animal Hospital Scherwitz Family Boldt Family Trico Centre Summer 2014 Fairview Community Association Crescent Point Energy In-Definite Arts Society Busby Family Brown Family Yum Bakery Southland Leisure Centre The Laugh Shop FAIRVIEW IN FOCUS Fashion Fashions Castle Toys Sylvan Cheese Moxies Restaurants Brown Family Klyn Family Adanac Adventures Western Pizza Pet Sitters Youth are listed including their area of residence. Some youth may be willing to provide services in other areas of our Community. Contact them directly to check on availability. Dominick, 403.618.1153, Area A Emily, 587.707.9923, Area D Emma, 403212.1040, Area D Benefits of Using the Youth Directory Emily, 403.640.4458, Area B Michael, 403.252.7596, Area A Nicholas, 403.252.7596, Area A Mitchell, 403.212.1040, Area D Engage and involve young people in our community. Help our youth develop job skills Provide work experience and local opportunities Help young people gain self-confidence & selfesteem Snow Shoveling Fairview Youth: Get on the list by sending your contact information to [email protected] Youth first names & phone numbers are listed according to service provided & youth area of residence. Fairview Community Association accepts no responsibility as a regulatory body and does not endorse or screen any of the people who are listed in or who use this directory. This information is used in the Fairview Community ‘In Focus’ newsletter & Fairview In Focus online newsletter and can be discontinued upon request .Call 403.254.5424 or email [email protected] to add, modify or delete your information from this listing. page 16 Summer 2014 FAIRVIEW IN FOCUS page 21 Planning & Development Federation of Calgary Communities A message from the Federation of Calgary Communities Building Safe Communities Program: Meet New Neighbours! Do your part to transition new neighbours into your community or to meet neighbours who have been in your community for a while that you haven’t met yet. There are little things you can do that will go a long way for bringing neighbours together! 1. 2. 3. Introduce yourself to your neighbours and ask them a few questions about themselves. Tell them some information about yourself too. Some good starting points could be where they moved from or how long they’ve been in the community. Also, new neighbours could use information about the community association’s programs and services, how to become a member, upcoming events, and even great local businesses or restaurants. Welcome your neighbour by making a small yet caring gesture or gift. It can be the traditional ‘pie’, to a cup of coffee, some flowers or vegetables from your garden or even invite them for dinner. Moving is hard work and a warm meal will be appreciated by your new neighbours! After introducing yourself, make the effort to wave, greet and make small talk with your neighbours continuously. This encourages friendly discussion and makes neighbours feel continuously welcomed. Ending homelessness is a community affair A man living in an apartment funded through Calgary’s 10 Year Plan to End Homelessness described his 20 years of being homeless as a darkness he couldn’t escape. “And then an outreach worker asked me if I wanted a home,” he said. He laughed because he believed it was impossible. The outreach worker disagreed. It was possible. Summer 2014 A year later he describes his new state of being. “I’d lost me in the darkness,” he said. “I had no pride. And now, I’m proud of me. It’s not easy, but it’s sure a lot better than where I was.” Sometimes, we look at others and wonder, “What is their problem? Why don’t they clean up? Get a job?” The path in and out of homelessness is complex and challenging. So challenging that when offered a home, this man was unable to say ‘yes,’ at first. That’s why we are working together as a community to find our collective ‘yes.’ We’re making space in our neighbourhoods to help those in the darkness of homelessness find their way home. Emergency shelters are needed but they’re not a long-term solution. The long-term solution is matching people with the kind of housing and support they need. From the stability of a home, they are better able to work on the issues that led to their homelessness. Governments, non-profit-agencies, businesses, the faith community, philanthropists and volunteers are working on Calgary’s 10 Year Plan. The man described above is one of nearly 6,000 people who have received housing with support since the Plan was launched in 2008. It has taken a community to make the progress we’ve made over the past six years. It will take community to continue efforts to help those stuck in homelessness. If you would like to learn more, please visit www.calgaryhomeless.com FAIRVIEW IN FOCUS page 20 Fairview Developments In an effort to keep residents of Fairview informed on property developments in our area, we will try to include information on such developments in this column on a monthly basis. A proposal for The Travelodge on Macleod Trail (next to The Keg) has been submitted to tear down this building to be replaced with a larger, modern hotel by La Quinta. The former nightclub space (Rockin’ Horse Saloon, Snatch, Desperados, etc.) at the corner of 73rd Ave and Fisher Street S.E. has applied to change the use from restaurant/bar to retail with Dollarama being the key tenant in this building. A smaller subdivided retail space for rent is also included. Hillsboro Place Update The Hillsboro Place meeting on June 12th at the Fairview Baptist Church saw about 35 people turnout including the property owner, property manager, traffic study team and Ward 9 Councillor Gian Carlo Carra. Many different concerns were discussed or addressed and the property owner and manager have committed to ensuring that the property is kept maintained - if residents have any concerns about the property maintenance, they can Summer 2014 contact the Hillsboro Place manager, Mina, directly at: 403-253-9679 or email [email protected]. Thanks to the Church and John for allowing us to use their space and to everyone who came out to share concerns. At the board meeting the following week, the Community Association formalized our comment submission to the City of Calgary for this land use amendment. Please note that we can only address the height relaxation in these comments, so all of the other important issues (property maintenance, safety, garbage, etc.) can not be formally addressed at this stage, but will be considered at the Development Permit stage, likely late this year or early 2015. The full comments (too long to be included here) can be read on our website (www.fairviewcommunity.ca - scroll down to Hillsboro Place update). At the meeting there was also mention of a realignment of Flint Road outside of Winners to deal with increasing traffic volumes at that intersection - this missed the cutoff for Roads’ 2014 improvements so will be addressed in 2015. FAIRVIEW IN FOCUS page 17 Youth Activities Membership Your community association is a group of volunteers who work to make your community a great place to live for residents of all ages. You can become involved with your community association in two important ways: a) Become a member – when you purchase a membership in your community association, your dues are used to offer you and your neighbours many programs and activities. b) Become a volunteer – Community Associations rely on volunteers to make things happen. There are many ways you can volunteer to make your community a more enjoyable place to live. At the same time you will make new friends and learn skills. A GOOD REASON TO JOIN TODAY! Improving the Quality of Life Community associations are created by individuals who want to improve the quality of life for themselves and others in the community. Share the feeling of community pridebecome a community association member and volunteer. Membership forms and payment can be dropped off at the Fairview Arena mail slot, mailed to Box 78053, 383 Heritage Dr SE, Calgary, AB T2H 2Y1 or purchased online at www.FairviewCommunity.ca. The time to register for September is NOW! neighborhood. Some units in Blackfoot District will travel to Halifax, PEI & Edmonton. Guiding is a year round experience! Why not give it a try! Even in the Summer! July and August are a great time to practice your Guiding skills with your family and friends. Try a new physical activity, do some gardening, go tenting, start a campfire or help out around the On-line registration for the 20142015 season has started and is ongoing. We are actively looking for not only youth members but adults as well! For more information go to www.girlguides.ca Membership Fee: $15 per Family (Up to 2 registered adults and any number of children under the age of 18 living at the same residence). Please make cheques payable to: Fairview Community Association. Name: Address: Free, one-hour guided walks of flood-affected areas at Inglewood Bird Sanctuary. Find dates and times and pre-register on calgary.ca. calgary.ca/ parks programs Phone: Property tax assistance is available to eligible low-income homeowners experiencing financial hardship. Apply by Dec 1, 2014. calgary.ca/ ptap Email: The City of Calgary offers FREE summer community programs for children, youth and families such as lawn chair theatre and community camps. Details are available online. calgary.ca/ cns Yes No Yes No Thanks for your support! Summer 2014 FAIRVIEW IN FOCUS Girl Greatness Starts Here! SouthWest Communities Resource Centre Make our parks #1 by picking up #2 at our P.U.P.P.Y. (Pick Up Pooch’s Poo Yourself) event! August 16 at Egerts Park. calgary.ca/ parks I am interested in volunteering: I am interested in receiving updates by email: Have a Great Summer! Civic News Complete the below form & include with your payment: Postal Code: If you have any questions regarding Guiding, becoming a leader or registration in Blackfoot District please contact Calgary Area Girl Guides at 403-283-8348 [email protected] For current news and updates follow The City of Calgary on Facebook and Twitter. Or visit our blog at www.calgarycitynews.com page 18 Summer 2014 Neighbours Helping Neighbours Some of the families in our communities are struggling financially and need baby and personal hygiene items. Please help your neighbour by bringing some of these items to our office for distribution: • Baby items: sizes 5 and 6 diapers and pull-ups; formula; baby shampoo; diaper rash cream • Shampoo, conditioner, hand and body lotion; toothpaste, toothbrushes, dental floss, bar soap (recommend Dove), deodorant, men’s shaving cream, men’s and women’s disposable razors, feminine hygiene products Phone: 403-238-9222 Email: [email protected], www.swcrc.ca FAIRVIEW IN FOCUS page 19