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The Official Newsletter of the Renfrew Community Association
JULY/AUG 2010
Renfrew Stampede Day!
July 10th - don’t miss it!
Pancake Breakfast
Kid’s Carnival
Show ‘n Shine
Beer Gardens
Stampede Dance
... and so much more!
For details!
please see
page 4!
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RENFREW
COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
August 31, 2010 at 7pm
811 Radford Road NE
Calgary, AB T2E 0R7
www.renfrewcommunity.ca
Next General Meeting
Ph: (403) 230-7055
Fax: (403) 230-7088
[email protected]
www.renfrewcommunity.ca
Newsletter editorial deadlines:
June 10th for July/Aug 2010 issue.
Aug 5th for September 2010 issue.
EXECUTIVE OFFICERS
Email: [email protected]
President ...........................................................Karen Snyder
1st VP .................................................................Denise Leckie
2nd VP ...................................................................... Peter Holt
Secretary ..............................................................Paula Smith
Treasurer .................................................................Linda Holt
Past President ....................................................Ron Powers
DIRECTORS
Communications (Acting) .........................Leo Smith
Email: [email protected]
Membership/Volunteers (Acting) .........Jill Lockerbie
Email: [email protected]
COMMITTEE CHAIRS
Bingo .................................................... Linda Holt, 277-3626
Casino Fundraiser .......................... Linda Holt, 277-3626
Communications .............................Leo Smith, 276-8108
....Newsletter (leo Smith): [email protected]
.........Website (Tim Davis): [email protected]
Hall Rentals ..................................................... Justina Wong
Jelly Bean Dances .........................Maria Train, 453-5028
Membership .....................................................Jill Lockerbie
[email protected]
Planning.............................................Keith Obleman, 803-8030
Sports .....................................................................Scott Daley
Stampede Day ............................................... Irena Lenders
Tiny Tot’s Playgroup
.......................................Leora Johnson-Shaman, 269-1356
[email protected]
Traffic ......................................... Peter Goemans, 264-8954
Website / Webmaster .........................................Tim Davis
Volunteer Coordinator ................................Jill Lockerbie
[email protected]
HALL RENTALS
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or call (403) 230-7055 and leave a detailed message.
Your call will be returned promptly.
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Message to the Community...
from the RCA Board of Directors
We are hoping that by the time this newsletter reaches your homes, summer will finally
have arrived! As your community association representatives, we have been working through
not only the details of various building and land issues, but as well have been trying to think
ahead toward the community planning we would like
to start in the Fall. On that note, if you have any ideas
or thoughts you would like to share regarding what
you see as a need or opportunity for your Renfrew
community, we would love to hear from you. This
can include ideas for programs, design of physical
spaces and uses of outdoor spaces. Feedback that we
receive now will help us shape the questions on our
upcoming survey. You can contact us at: executive@
renfrewcommunity.ca. If you would like to help in
this Planning for the Future initiative during October
and November, please provide your name and contact
information to Jill Lockerbie, memberships and volunteer. Jill can be reached at: membershi
[email protected]
You will likely receive this newsletter just before our annual Stampede Day celebration.
The Stampede Day Committee, led by Irena Lenders, has worked hard to plan for yet another
outstanding community event. Thank you to our Stampede Day planners. If you have time
during the day on July 10th to play games with your children, or if you would like to listen to
western tunes in the evening while enjoying a cold beer, the Renfrew Stampede Day should
be added to your calendar!
Around the community hall there have been a number of initiatives underway to clarify
how we do things, including the use of space and the training of some of our volunteers. We
will soon be embarking upon a lifecycle review of our building and we hope to include some
space design and upgrade opportunities in this process.
Continued on page 6
A Community that Cares!
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Family fun
for everyone!
Stampede
Morning Events
- Family Fun Pancake Breakfast
9 to 11am
Great food, live music, good times!
Kid’s Carnival
10am to 1pm
Mega fun fun for kids of all ages!
Stampede Show ‘n Shine
9am to 1pm
Coolest cars in Calgary! Dunk tank!
Renfrew Stampede Cantina
11am to 1pm
Wide assortment of snacks and ‘dawgs’
(Spolumbo’s Sausages).
There’s still time to volunteer and help make this a great Renfrew event. You could make the difference!
If you can help for a few hours contact Jill at: [email protected] or call 230-7055.
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Day
Don’t miss it!
It’s world famous!
Saturday, July 10th
Afternoon/Evening
Events
- Adults only Renfrew Stampede Day
Beer Gardens
3pm to midnight
No cover! Live music, good times!
Frosty suds and delicious coolers!
Horseshoe tournament
Jail ‘n Bail - Celebrity sheriffs!
50/50 Draws
Stake Yer Claim!
Free Live Band and Dance
9pm until close.
Put on yer boots and git dancin’!
Renfrew Stampede Cantina
3 to 11pm
Wide assortment of snacks and ‘dawgs’
(Spolumbo’s Sausages).
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RCA TRAFFIC
The News
CALGARY - Police and emergency crews
Photograph by: Colleen De Neve, Calgary Herald
were on the scene this morning of a fatal vehicle accident in the Renfrew area.
A Jeep SUV left the road, scraped a tree
near the corner of Child Avenue and 10th
Street N.E., and slammed into the side of a
bungalow around 1:30 a.m.
The vehicle caught fire, leaving the house
visibly scorched.
The body of a driver was removed from the truck’s destroyed passenger compartment about
6:15 a.m.
Investigators closed off the area and set up markers on the scene to show the path of the
truck as it left the street and crossed the lawn.
Dylan Barwis, 27, lives in the neighbourhood and recounted what he heard.
... Barwis, at his computer at the time, ran down to the scene with a fire extinguisher after
seeing the SUV “completely in flames.” He also described the house that was hit as “pretty
badly torn up.”
He added that it is not uncommon to see vehicles speed down that stretch of 10th Street N.E.
Info from: http://www.calgaryherald.com/news/
Renfrew+neighbour+hears+crash+finds+flames+house+torn/3130936/story.html
Our Question(s)
“...could you give me an update on receiving traffic counts on 8th Avenue?
Please note the article outline below and the residents comments about speeding not being unusual ….. a common sentiment. I would like to discuss at your convenience.
Thanks
Peter Goemans, Chair
Renfrew Traffic Committee”
Note: Speed of traffic and volume of traffic in our neighbourhood have been ongoing concerns for the RCA Traffic Committee. Numerous requests to have a comprehensive traffic
survey done have been delayed due to the 16th Avenue Widening Project.
Response
“Peter,
#1 Correct. I will pass along the count information once I’ve received it from our data
collection group.
#2 The counts will collect volume, and speed (average, low end, high end and 85th
percentile speeds as well as speeds during zone hours specifically if the count is conducted
within a playground or school zone)
#3 I understand your request for additional counts on 8 Ave. This location will be added
to the list and will be conducted as time and resources permit. It is most likely this can occur
while the closure of St. Georges Dr is in effect. I will keep you informed.
#4 I look forward to updates on activities the community decides to take part in. Please
also consider working with the police liaison for your community for increased enforcement
if you have particular speeding concerns.”
Note: Although the pace of progress is often frustrating, your volunteer RCA Traffic
Committee continues to seek solutions to traffiic concerns in your Renfrew community.
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You may also have noticed that the snowplow truck is gone. After looking at all options,
the board decided that it was simpler to use
the snow blower for regular snow removal
and an outside firm for the more challenging
snow days. Also in order to protect the winter
tot lot users from any errant hockey shots,
we hope to soon have a protective chain link
fence at the south end of the skating rink.
By the time the summer has ended we will
have our long awaited wall of hand prints,
dedicated to the individuals who donated
funds and time to the children’s playground.
Thank you to Caroline Swinn and the 10th
Avenue Block Party residents for raising over
$200 on June 5th in support of this specific
initiative. This was a wonderful example of
community support and a fabulous family
event. (See page 12)
In closing, we hope you have a fantastic
and warm summer. Our next general meeting
will be held on the last Tuesday of August at
7pm. We would love to see you there!
Sincerely,
Board of Directors
Renfrew Community Association
July/August 2010
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10th Annual Renfrew
The 10th Annual Renfrew Spring Clean Up is now in the history books.
What has become a tradition is an amazing event the whole community
supports and is the envy of all other Calgary Communities. From start to
finish over 70 people volunteer their time to make this year’s Clean Up
the success that it was. Again this year we restricted applicants and yet
we still picked up 80 loads totalling over 40,000 lb’s. Way to go Renfrew,
you guys set the standard for Clean Up’s in Calgary. Nobody does it like
we do!
This year’s pickup of over 40,000 pounds of refuse was separated
and recycled as appropriate. Tires, car batteries, propane cylinders,
microwaves, engine oil, fridges and paint were all taken to the Forest
Lawn Dump for proper disposal. All metals such as stoves and bicycles
were recycled with Calgary Metals. The balance of the garbage was
disposed of in three City of Calgary compactor trucks.
This project would not be the success it is without the continued help and
support of our partners. Special thanks to the City of Calgary’s Parks and
Recreation, Waste and Recycling, and Bylaw Services divisions. Without
their help this would be a much smaller project.
The City of Calgary Parks and Receration is one of the main reasons that
this project is such a success. From the beginning Byron Stephen has
helped in getting Parks and Recreation on board. The City of Calgary
volunteer drivers are an integral part of running a smooth and effective
Clean Up. Thanks once more to Al Christian, Diane Neil, Guy Nelson, Ron
Geredi, and Ron Chisasson, for your continued participation.
You can’t have an event like this without a tremendous group of
volunteers. I owe a great debt of gratitude to Ron Powers and my lovely
daughter Shannan who covered for me while I was out of country to attend
‘specialized physiotherapy’ to test the success of my recent surgey. (Nice
cover job Leo, but NO I wasn’t at the Mayo Clinic. )
The Renfrew Tiny Tots were this year’s sponsor and what a force they are
becoming. It is great to see that the Tiny Tots Playgroup has becoming
such an important element within Renfrew. Many thanks to Leora JohnsonShaman and her team for their support.
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Spring Clean Up
This year our recycling project has reduced its ecological footprint. You
may have noticed that no flyers were delivered this year, with no affect on
registration. The City has previously pointed out that over the past nine
years we have delivered approximately 30,000 registration flyers.
I received a lot of comments about the use of the Community mailbox for
the registrations and cheques. This has been dually noted for changes in
next year’s registration.
Thanks to Alderman Joe Ceci for providing the safety vests again this
year. I understand from Joe that they were particular good for the younger
volunteers. As most of you know Joe is not running for Alderman this
term. Joe has always been a great supporter of Renfrew and I would like
to take this opportunity to thank him for all his work. Another Alderman
who represented this ward previously may also step aside this year. Bob
Hawkesworth has had a long tradition with Renfrew and we would like to
thank him for his years of service,
Speaking about years of service there are two gentlemen and one lady who
have recently stepped aside after many years of service to the Renfrew
Community. Gerry Gammel, Ron Powers and Sandy Gilkes have served
this community admirable over the past number of years. Their combined
years of service to Renfrew is hard to imagine - the legacy that they have
left is not. The Renfrew Community Association is one of the strongest
community associations in Calgary. The past Executive Committee (Ron,
Jerry, Sandy, Peter, and Paula) have turned over a community association
is in excellent shape financially and with a pretty good infrastructure. Ron
Powers and company have done an outstanding job over the past number
of years and I personally would like to thank all of you, for your years of
volunter service to the village. Fiscal responsibility will be your legacy.
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We are also lucky to have a new, dynamic President in Karen Snyder.
Karen, along with 1st Vice President Denise Leckie (of the Tiny Tots
Playground Committee), and Linda Holt as Treasurer join returning board
members Peter Holt (2nd VP) and Paula Smith (Secretary) to provide
our Executive Board with a dynamic new look. Renfrew is very lucky in
having such strong Executive where new ideas are coupled with years of
experience.
Oop’s I digress, back to the clean up. The volunteers that helped out in this
year’s Clean Up include the following, in no particular order. I apologize
for anyone we missed:
Lindsay Cook, Al Christianson, Byron Stephen, Gord Powers, Randy and
Josh Herdman, Guy Nelson, Paul Johns, Therese, Jason and Shannan
Daley, David Weisgerber, Richard Janzen, Maryanne Umbsaar, Vickie
Irwin, Brent Baksza, Jerry Galloway, Tom Douglas, Bruce Michie, Don
Darren, Jonathan and Jenelle Umbsaar, Denise Leckie, Ron Powers, the
Goodbrand’s, Klye, Lori, Lindsay, and Rod, Rod Hunter, Kate Jaenicke,
Laurie Marsh, our cooks Bruce and Nicole McCoy, David, Jasen, Deb and
Jerry Kotlewski, Michael Loboldus, Cody Shaw, Victor Martinez, James
McIntosh, Jeff and Conni Haney, Joel and Brendon Kerber, Michael Aebler,
Brett and Meagan Giebelhaus, Rick Johnson, Henry Tam, Tanya Huynh,
Shane Stephen, Dennis Kazakoff, Shane Franklin, Scott Muirhead, Anne
Marie Chantal, Leora Johnson-Shaman, Diane Neil, and Ken Shamanis.
This year’s award for largest family attendance goes to the Adria’s. Peter,
Caleb, Victor, Victoria, Louisa, and Sheryl-Anne Adria all showed up.
Again this year, special thanks for The Renfrew Baptist Church for helping
out. THANK YOU EVERYONE who showed up and helped out. You guys,
gals and kids made it a great Renfrew Day!
- by Scott Daley
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OGDEN LEGION The upside
Branch 154
2625 - 78th Avenue SE
(403) 279-3636
There’s so much more at 154!
• Classes incorporate music
and movement, instruments,
books and sign language
• Carefully-created curriculum
based on Kindermusik’s
25 years experience in
music and child development
• Nurturing, one-on-one time each week
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Classes held at Renfrew Community Hall
811 Radford Road NE
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Breakfast Jams - 9 am Every Sunday
Monday Nights Free Poker (Texas Hold ‘em)
Registration: 6:30 pm
Crib – 3rd Sunday of Every Month
Registration 11:45 am, $22 per couple
In the Canteen!
Rocky Mountain 5 - July 4 & 5
Dana McCulloch - July 10 & 17 Stampede Breakfast
Bobby Gosse -J uly 9 & 10
Jim Riel - July 16 & 17
UP COMING EVENTS
Wednesday, July 7
Travelling Mabels opening for
PRAIRIE OYSTER $40
Wednesday, July 14
PATRICIA CONROY $45
Go to: www.ogdenlegion.com
For booking information call or email
[email protected]
Renfrew area block
party raises funds for
Playground “Walk
of Fame”. Thanks to
all the residents and
sponsors!
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of property taxes
No one likes to pay property taxes,
but there are some breaks for low-income
homeowners and those who find it easier to
manage monthly instalments.
The City of Calgary’s Property Tax
Assistance Program will reimburse the
increase in taxes between 2009 and 2010 for
eligible homeowners. The difference will be
credited to the individual’s tax account to
offset this year’s taxes.
“It’s not a lot but every little bit can help,
particularly for low-income homeowners,”
says Susan Fernando, coordinator for The
City of Calgary’s Property Tax Assistance
Program. Seventy-five percent of last year’s
program participants said the program
helped them stay within their budget.
For details on income guidelines and other
eligibility criteria, visit calgary.ca/propertytax
or call 3-1-1. Eligible homeowners can
complete the application form online, or
through 3-1-1. The deadline for applying is
Dec. 31, 2010.
All homeowners, regardless of income,
can sign up for the Tax Instalment Payment
Plan (TIPP). Through this program, annual
property taxes are spread over equal monthly
payments. This can be a big help in managing
a monthly budget.
Property tax dollars help make Calgary
a great city for everyone. Taxes allow for a
bounty of City parks, leisure centres, pools,
arenas, golf courses, and arts centres. They
contribute to hundreds of annual festivals
and events that showcase this city’s collective
knack for hosting a great time.
Property taxes also work to keep citizens
safe, and provide the social programs and
services that help make communities strong.
The City of Calgary uses property taxes to
leverage funding partnerships with other
levels of government, private sector and notfor-profit organizations.
For more information on what your taxes
are doing to build quality of life in Calgary,
visit the City Living pages on calgary.ca. There
you will also find information on other City
of Calgary subsidy programs for low-income
residents. People without internet access can
get the same information by calling 3-1-1.
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RENFREW
and Area
COMMUNITY
CONTACTS
Renfrew Block Watch
........................ David Weisgerber, 276-8108
Renfrew 50+ Club
.................................Tina Wilding, 276-4747
Renfrew Curling League ......... Guy Nelson
Renfrew Tiny Tots..............Leora, 269-1356
Renfrew Community Liaison Officer
Community Liaison Officer 3-2
Constable Dom Laporte, #3241
403-567-6300 work
403-289-4077 fax
[email protected]
Calgary Parking Authority ........537-7100
Land-Use Bylaw .........................537-7100
Fire Dept. Hazardous Materials 287-5250
Crimestoppers ............................262-TIPS
Drug Unit ....................................206-8388
Editor’s MESSAGE
I used to be on page 3, then page 11 - now page 13! Soon I’ll
be back by the classified ads! S’up wit dat!
The Meet the Board gathering at the Renfrew Social Room was
quite well attended, Still, I would have liked a chance to meet more
folks from Renfrew. Maybe this will become an annual get-together.
The appetizers were delicious and I had a chance to meet a few Leo (long ago) Smith, Editor
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Ward 9 Alderman candidates.
The next big challenge for the RCA is the successful hosting of our annual Stampede
Family Day. We’ve got a great team of volunteers working in sub-committees under the
leadership of our Stampede Committee Chair, Irena Lenders. It takes a small army to make
the day happen so thanks to all the people who stepped forwarded and volunteered.
There’s always the need for a few extra hands, especially with the set-up and take-down. If you
can help please contact Jill at [email protected] or call 403-230-7055.
There’s also a Park ‘n Play and a Stay ‘n Play program coming to Renfrew in the middle
of July (see page 7). Theses are free programs for kids and their parents so you should check
them out. The cost of these programs are shared between the RCA and the City of Calgary.
I’m looking forward to summer - we all deserve a break after the wet Spring we endured.
You should see my jungle - I mean yard, it’s scary! There’s some major yard work to do. Anyone
interested in a free exercise program? Just kidding. it’s something I need to do for myself.
On behalf of the Renfrew Community Association I would like to wish one and all a
safe, fun and happy summer. We don’t hold a meeting in July but maybe we’ll see you at our
August 31st General Meeting. All are welcome.
Leo Smith, Editor
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City of Calgary ..........................Call: 3-1-1
- Bylaw Services (unsightly property, graffiti,
garbage, snow/ice, grass/weeds, noise)
- Community and Neighbourhood Services
- Park and Recreation Services
- Animal Services
- Waterworks and Wastewater
Distress Centre/Drug Centre (AADAC)
24 - Hour Hotline .................................266-1605
Boys and Girls Club of Calgary
Deb Keller ...............................................520-1535
[email protected]
Girl Guides
Sandy Gilkes ..........................................276-2704
Patricia Wilson ......................................590-0502
Boy Scouts
Inga McLean ..........................................286-1249
Alderman...................... Joe Ceci, 268-2430
MLA .....................Dr. David Swan, 216-5445
MP .................. Jim Prentice, (403) 216-7777
If you can volunteer some time to help
out with some community activities and
events please email Jill at membership@
renfrewcommunity.ca
July/August 2010
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TINY TOT PLAYGROUP YEAR END UPDATE
Another year has concluded for the RCA Tiny Tots Playgroup as we
do not meet through the summer months of July and August. It has
been a record year for our group in many ways. Attendance began last
September with approximately 12 children on Thursday mornings. In
January, we expanded the program to two mornings a week which was
well received. At the end of June, we were seeing close to 30 children
at Playgroup twice a week with a contact list of nearly 100 children!
Our Halloween, Christmas, Valentines, Easter and Earth Day parties
and craft days were a huge success. Of course, our greatest attendance
occurred during those events. Our fundraising efforts also produced
record numbers with our popular Tiny Tots Sale in April, the RCA
Spring Clean Up and our Tiny Tot Play Groupie Tshirt sales. We
were also the recipient of a generous donation from Talisman Energy
through their “Investing in Our Communities Program” as a result of
the volunteer work (with our group) of one of our Tiny Tots Families.
This year we also created our own webpage (which I think you’d find
interesting) on the Renfrew Community Website. As a result of
this fantastic growth, I was no longer able to manage the program
as a lone volunteer and have since recruited some amazing talents
to assist me. Positions of Entertainment Co-ordinator, Toy Steward,
Volunteer/Directory Co-ordinator and Website/Graphics/Newsletter
Co-ordinator have been created and filled. I will continue as the
Chair of the Tiny Tots Playgroup along with my many remaining
duties. As a committee we are looking forward to taking this program
into the next year with Playgroup starting again in September. Thank
you to all of you who have contributed and supported our playgroup.
We appreciate your efforts.
Have a good summer and see you in September!
Leora Johnson-Shaman
Tiny Tots is
taking a summer
break. We’ll resume
in September!
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Customer Appreciation
Free Dinner
July 17 & Aug 14
Dr. David Swann, MLA
Calgary – Mountain View
Join your MLA Dr. David Swann at his
6th Annual
Stampede Breakfast
LIVE MUSIC • COMMUNITY FAIR
PANCAKES • WESTERN FUN
When: Saturday July 17th, 2010
8:30a.m.-11:00a.m.
Where: Hillhurst-Sunnyside Community Centre
1320 5 Ave NW, Calgary
Please bring your own plates and cutlery
to help us reduce waste.
We look forward to seeing you all there!
We need volunteers! Contact us:
(403)216-5445
[email protected]
www.davidswann.ca
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Jerome, the gnome, at a Renfrew
area block party. Party on Jerome!
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COMMUNITY SAFETY
I received a phone message the other day from the PCAP
messaging system which concerned me enough to write this
article.
There is a program from the Calgary Police Service that will
inform residents when there is recurring criminal activity happening
in our community. The program is called ‘Police & Community
Awareness Program’ (PCAP, formerly known as PACT) which is a
proven, effective crime prevention tool. Residents of a community
are advised, by way of a phone message, whenever to be cautious of
criminal activity in their area, or occasionally requesting assistance
in cases of missing children. Sort of an APB, but especially of
particular importance to an area in the City. You can become
involved by joining Block Watch or signing up on the Calgary
Police Service web site.
The message stated there is an increase in the number of reported
‘social disorder’ incidents in our area namely Renfrew, Bridgeland
and Crescent Heights. The cause of this increase is due to residents
placing bottles and returnable items in the blue recycle bins. The
Calgary Police Service is asking residents to stop doing this as it is
encouraging an element into the community that is categorized as
‘social disorder’.
Placing returnable items in your blue bin is akin to leaving cash
on your door step and the act of removing them is theft. Once
this cash outlet is discovered, they will be back and most likely not
alone. It will only lead to an escalation of criminal activity in our
community.
I know I’ve discussed this with some people in the neighbourhood
and they think of this as a charitable act. Well I say, donate the
funds to an accredited agency, a far more charitable act, rather than
inviting prowling, theft and break-ins on to my street.
With summer here again, I ask that everybody please be vigilant
in watching your block and reporting any suspicious activity to the
police. Have a great summer.
Social Disorder, as taken from the Calgary Police Service
web site, includes the following: drunk, disturbance, indecent
act, juvenile complaint, landlord/tenant dispute, mental health
concern, neighbour dispute, party complaint, prowler, suspicious
person, threats, drugs, noise complaint, possible gun shots,
unwanted guest, prostitution, abandoned auto, speeder, suspicious
auto, and shots fired.
David Weisgerber
representing the Renfrew Block Watch Program, (p) 403-276-8108,
www.calgaryblockwatch.com
Remember...
GOOD FOOD BOX
Schedule
Pick-Up Date
(Evening)
No July Service.
Aug 17
Aug 26
GOOD FOOD BOX FACTS
Fact: Customers pay the cost of the food itself while distribution
overhead is subsidized.
Fact: We buy top quality fresh fruit and vegetables directly from
farmers and the wholesale stores.
Fact: In 2007 we distributed an average of 800 boxes per month.
Fact: Volunteers sort and pack food into boxes at our warehouse.
The Good Food Box is a program whereby you can purchase
fresh fruits and vegetables for a very low cost!
Large Family Box- 40+ Lbs. produce
$25.00
Family Box- 30+ Lbs. produce
$20.00
Single Box/Senior- 20+ Lbs. produce
$15.00
We can help you eat nutritionally!
WHAT WILL I FIND IN MY BOX?
Apples, Bananas, Broccoli, Carrots, Corn, Cauliflower, Cucumber, Green Pepper, Grapefruit, Lettuce, Lime, Onions, Oranges, Potatoes, Tomatoes, etc. The selection will vary according to availability
and wholesale cost.
HOW DO I PURCHASE A GOOD FOOD BOX?
Individuals who would like a Good Food Box give the depot their
money on or before the order deadline.
Cash payments only will be accepted!
Renfrew Baptist Church is a Good Food Box Depot.
1204 Renfrew Dr. NE
Phone- 403-277-2292
Block Watch only works when people participate.
If you see anything or anyone suspicious call 266-1234.
If you see a crime in progress call 911.
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COMMUNITY KITCHEN PROGRAM OF CALGARY
“Taking the bite out of hunger...”
3751 21 Street NE, Calgary, AB T2E 6T5
Ph: (403) 275-0258 Fax: (403) 274-2967
www.communitykitchenprogram.com
July/August 2010
Renfrew 50+ Club
1318 Regal Crescent NE
For more in formation please call the office at 403-276-4747 or e-mail:
[email protected]
DAILY EVENTS:
Monday
Tea & Conversation
9:30 - 11:30 am
Crib
1 - 3 pm
Tuesday
Stretch & Breathe
9:30 - 10:30 am
12:30 - 3:30 pm
Billiards
Wednesday Billiards
12:30 - 3:30 pm
Thurday
Lunches
Noon - 2 pm
Friday*
Stretch & Breathe
9:30 - 10:30 am
* Crib Tournament, last Friday of the month, starts at 7:30pm.
July 7th - Stampede Luncheon (Beef on a Bun) Entertainment by the Renfrew Ramblers. NOTE: * July Luncheon will be July 7th, not the 8th
July 9th – Watch the Stampede Parade at the Club
Aug 12 – Anniversary Luncheon
Summer hours are now in effect:
Mondays and Thursdays - 8:30am to 3:30pm
Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays - 8:30am - 12:30pm
Renfrew and Area Churches
Renfrew Baptist Church
1204 Renfrew Dr NE
Worship Service at 10:30 am
Pastor Art Schlak • Senior Pastor- Sig Schuster
Shawn Franklin- Pastor of Family Ministries
403-277-2292
www.renfrewbaptist.ca
mainoffi[email protected]
Sunday School at 9:30am for all ages.
All Saints Traditional Anglican Church
Sunday Services
403-230-7089
8:30 am Early Service
Fr. Tony Ward
9:45 am Matins
10:30 am Sung Mass and Sunday School
Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Ukrainian Catholic Church
Sunday Services: 9:00am Ukrainian
11:00am English
704 - 6 St. NE. 403-230-7013
July/August 2010
Renfrew United Church
Weekly Worship Services
at 10:30 am
Pastor Gary Grottenberg
956 Radnor Avenue N.E. • 403-277-1571
We are wheelchair accessible.
SPECIAL EVENTS
Sunday July 11: Stampede BBQ
Services continue during the summer.
Children’s program available.
A Community of diverse beliefs
and shared values
The Unitarian Church of Calgary
1st St & 16th Ave. NW 403-276-2436
www.unitarianscalgary.org
Sunday Service: 10:30 – 11:30
Programs for children and youth
Calgary Inter-Mennonite Church
1308 – Edmonton Trail NE
Worship Service at 10am
Pastor Brenda Dyck • 403-230-2962
www.cimchurch.org
We are an affirming community!
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Chiropractic Clinic
& The Integrative Health Centre
Services include:
• Chiropractic • Naturopathic Medicine
• Massage Therapy • Orthotics
• Medilift Facial Therapy • Ionic Detox
• Reiki • Vitamins and Supplements
Take care of your health concerns
today with our Leading Health
Professionals, book a Massage that
you won’t soon forget, or book a free
consultation to learn more about our
Medilift Anti-Aging Therapy!
208 - 4th Street NE
(403) 313-7123 • (403) 287-9201
Call Today to
Book your Appointment!
www.thehealingbridge.ca
St. Matthew
Lutheran
Church
66 - 7 St. N.E.
Calgary, AB T2E 4B7
Rev. Markus Zeuch, Pastor
Baobab Blast
African Safari!
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
For kids ages 3-12 years.
Come for fun, songs, games,
crafts and Bible stories!
July 19 - 23, 9:00 am - noon
Call 266-1458 to register...
See you there!
Sunday Worship:
9:30 am German service
11:00 am English service
www.stmatthewlutherancalgary.com
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STAMPEDE VALUE!
Purchase your new 2011 Renfrew
Community Association membership
at our annual Stampede Day and
receive nearly two months FREE!
COOL!
For a limited time you can purchase your
Renfrew Community Association membership
valid until September 2011.
If you’re new to Renfrew or wish to renew your
membership, now is the best time to renew.
Rates may increase in the future - so save money now!
Your community membership benefits include:
• Special discounts at community events,
• A voice in community affairs,
• Support of community youth programs/events,
• Support of your volunteer newsletter
• Discounts at area businesses
Name:
Phone:
Address:
Postal Code:
Email:
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July/August 2010
Free Estimates!
• Interior
• Exterior
• Residential
• Commercial
Fast • Efficient • Affordable • Professional • Fully Licensed
Renfrew, Tuxedo, Crescent Heights, Bridgeland,
Mountview, Mayland Heights and surrounding areas.
Owner Operator: Trevor Moch, 403∙651∙5872
HURRY HARD!
to the Renfrew
Curling League!
Registration Dates: Friday, Sept 10th
Friday, October 1st
Time: 7 - 9pm at the Renfrew Community Social Room
811 Radford Road NE
We will be curling at the Inglewood Curling Club
Saturdays 12:30 to 2:30 pm late Oct to early April.
Ted or Doreen at 403-271-0365
Ted or Myrna at 403-282-36047
For more info call Guy Nelson at 403-230-7076.
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CASINO FUNDRAISER
It’s easy, it’s interesting and it’s fun!
Volunteer for a shift at our casino fundraiser
and help support your community!
This is a huge community fundraiser event; these funds help provide the
continuing income the community association needs to operate and provide
funding for the many programs that are run by the community association.
There are three different shifts each day to chose from.
Pick the shift that works best for you!
A morning shift from around 10am to 6:30pm.
An evening shift from around 6pm to 1:30am.
A late night shift from around 10pm to 3:30am. (This is the easiest shift - you
just count money!)
This is a two day event and we need 15 volunteers per day.
Transportation supplied if needed, meal provided.
When: December 19 and 20 Sunday / Monday
Where: Elbow River Casino
If you think that you can help
please call Linda H. at 403- 277-3626
or e-mail: [email protected]
- Clip and Save -
Newsletter Delivery
Concerns
How often is the newsletter printed?
The newsletter is published ten times
per year. Two issues are combined
month issues - July/August and
December/January.
Where is the newsletter delivered?
All homes, apartments and condos in
your community should receive the
newsletter.
How is the newsletter delivered?
Your community newsletter is delivered
by Canada Post.
Who pays for the delivery?
The Renfrew Community Association
pays for newsletter delivery.
If I have a ‘no-flyers’ sign on my mailbox how do I get the newsletter?
Community newsletters are classified as
official information and, as such, must
be delivered by Canada Post to every
address on every letter-carrier route.
There are no options for non-delivery
of official information mail-outs.
If you don’t receive
your newsletter...
“The Renfrew Social Room”
Your community association pays a lot
of money for newsletter delivery but we
need your help to monitor the delivery
and to report delivery problems.
If you, your friends or neighbours are
not receiving the newsletter please
follow these steps:
1) Talk to your letter-carrier or leave a
note or a sign on your mailbox insisting
on delivery.
2) Call Canada Post at 1-800-267-1177
and insist they initiate a case file and
reply to you with an explanation. Be
persistent!
3) E-mail [email protected] and
provide your address and postal code.
Non-members welcome!
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BEING A RCA MEMBER HAS MANY BENEFITS!
Do you own or operate
a business in Renfrew?
Corporate Members and the discounts they offer
Renfrew Community Association members!
Do you want to
increase traffic into your business?
The Royal Board Shop 10% off all clothing
Prime Tandoori House and Pizza 10% off
Wiser To Life @ World Tree Studio
first visit offer, ask for details
Crescent Foods
15% off movie rentals & dry cleaning / 5% off dollar store items
Mr. Sub 10% select subs
Under The Bridge Fashions 20% off
See our ad in this newsletter!
Renfrew Auto Service
See our ad in this newsletter!
Especially for Pets 5% off
Il Sogno Restaurant
10% off lunch and dinner Mon.-Thurs.
Hearth Fireplace Depot
Seniors 20%, everyone 15% off materials
Joshua Tree Coffee Shop 10% off drinks (coffee and tea)
Fiddlers Courtyard 15% off food
Calgary Meats “your local butcher”
Could you benefit from extra advertising
at a reduced cost?
Become a Renfrew Community
Association corporate member today!
Renfrew
Aquatic/Recreation Centre
810 - 13 Avenue NE
Phone: 311
CHILD - YOUTH - ADULT - SENIOR
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VISIT US TODAY!
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Join the 104 Centre Street Church Scouts Group
and become part of Canada’s premiere youth organization!
Beavers ages 5 - 7 • Cubs ages 8 -10 • Scouts ages 11 - 13 • Venturers ages 14 - 17
Fall registration starts Sept 8th, 6:30 to 8pm
3900 - 2nd Street NE - West entrance
For more information call 403-275-3931
or email [email protected]
Program currently runs Wednesday evenings starting at 6:30.
The Best Pet Ever!
Immortalize your pet in print! It’s FREE!
Vietnamese Noodle House
Beef Noodle Soup – Rice Vermicelli – Steamed Rice
Open 7 Days
a Week
11:30 AM - 9:00 PM
FREE DELIVERY
on orders over $35
within 5 KM
DINE IN - TAKEOUT - DELIVERY
420 – 16th Avenue NE
(403) 452-2222
RECEIVE 10% OFF
YOUR NEXT ORDER
Coupon cannot be combined with other offers.
Expires: November 30, 2010
E-mail a pic to [email protected]
and include a short message (50-75 words)
explaining just why your pet is the best ever.
We’ll place your nomination in the newsletter
and your pet will be famous!
Also, if your pet is nominated you could win a
FREE PRIZE PACKAGE courtesy of
DOGGYWOOD! Please include a phone number
or email address to receive your prize package.
Best Pet Ever Nominee
“Nika”
13th Annual
Stampede BBQ!
Friday, July 16th • 11am to 1pm
FAMILY FOODS
...and best of all
it’s ALL FREE!
NEW! Extended hours!
HOURS: MON - SAT 8 AM - 10 PM SUNDAY 9 AM - 9 PM
Mayland Shopping Centre 817-19th Street N.E.
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Nika, a 6-year-old rescue dog of indiscernible descent,
is the four-legged, furry incarnate of everything that
is good in the world. Anybody who has the pleasure
of crossing her path can’t resist her smile-inducing
demeanor as she truly spreads joy everywhere that
she goes (unless you’re a squirrel, in which case
she will wreak havoc upon your dismal, tree-dwelling
existence). Nika is undeniably the Best Pet Ever!
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RENOVATIONS, ETC.
Home reno, cabinetry, custom projects, new construction...
All those things you NEED done
but can’t or don’t want to do yourself.
A timely, PROFESSIONAL service with
Local
outstanding craftsmanship on every job!
references
Call today to discuss your project
and portfolio
or to book an in-home esti
estimate...
available.
BUILDING ART
Tom Fairbrother • 403-614-2682
For people and pets
with discerning tastes!
616 1st Avenue NE
Ph: 403-229-DOGS
• Doggie deli and
special order birthday
cakes — gourmet,
organic and hypoallergenic treats
• Unique gift items
• Pet accessories,
supplements, food
POOCH PANCAKE BREAKFAST
July/August 2010
AUTO SERVICE
Personalized service for your vehicle...
Owner/Operator: Earl Reimer
Save nearly 48%
in repair costs over the lifetime of your
vehicle by doing preventative maintenance.
Call us for more information!
FREE SHUTTLE SERVICE!
• Breed collectibles
SUNDAY, JULY 11, NOON -3 PM.
(Serving pooch pancakes for pets only!)
RENFREW
• Brakes and Tune-ups
• Fuel injection diagnostics
• Oil/Lube/Filter
• Coolant flush
• Transmission and
Power Steering flush
• General Repairs
• Vehicle Inspections
• Brake flush
• Tires/Batteries
• New car and old car
scheduled maintenance
403-277-8621
1212 Edmonton Trail NE
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Area Event and
Resource Guide
Community
BRIDGELAND-RIVERSIDE
TUXEDO PARK (cont)
HIGHLAND PARK (cont)
Bridgeland Riverside Community Association
Hall: 917 Centre Avenue NE Ph: 403-263-5755
Newsletter email: [email protected]
Visit our web site at: www.brcacalgary.org for a complete
listing of programs and classes.
UPCOMING 2010 EVENTS - at the hall
Jul ..............................................No TPCA Community Meeting in July
Jul 01 ............................................... TPCA Canada Day Breakfast
Jul 16 ....................... Community Supper, Steak Pot luck - no charge
Aug ...................................... No TPCA Community Meeting in August
Aug 13 .............................................. Community Supper, Cold Plate
Aug 28 & 29 ............................................................ Dog Agility Trials
Sep 09 ...................................................... TPCA Community Meeting
Sep 10 .............................................. Community Supper, Roast Pork
Oct 08 ............................................ Community Supper, Cornish Hen
Oct 14 ...................................................... TPCA Community Meeting
Oct 23 .......................................................................... Octoberfest
Oct 31 ........................... Halloween Candy Bag give out - lower floor
Bobby Chan Seniors Table Tennis Club:
Highland Park Community Hall. Phone: 403-295-9553 or 403-8609838. 2010 memberships now available. Welcome to everyone!
Daily Admission Fee: $3 for member and $6 for drop in.
Community Clean-Up and Beautification Day!
Saturday, August 7th, 10am to noon. Rain or shine.
Meeting Point - BR Community Garden (intersection of Centre Ave &
11 Street NE)
All clean up supplies & equipment will be provided. Refreshments to
follow at meeting point. Come out, meet neighbours & help clean up
your neighbourhood. Everyone welcome - bring your friends!
Bridgeland Riverside Playgroup: We meet 3rd Friday of each
month.The playgroup runs from 9:30-11am. Participation is free, but
current BRCA membership required..
Summer schedule: July 16 and Sept 17 at 9St / Centre Ave playground
(next to BRCA Hall).
Aug 20 at 9A St / 4 Ave playground.
For more information please email: [email protected].
Bridgeland Riverside Walking Group
Get out. Get active, Get connected! To participate or formore information contact: bridgelandrunwalk@gmail,com
Bridgeland Riverside: Past and Present Scavenger Hunt
Saturday, July 24th - Time and Location TBA
Learn more about the interesting, vibrant history of Bridgeland-Riverside during this interactive, family-friendly scavenger hunt.
Lawnchair Theatre - free!
Thursday, August 26, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Bridgeland – Centre Ave East and 7A St NE
Bring uour lawn chair and enjoy great snacks and live entertainment
for the entire family!
BRCA Fundraising Casino - Volunteers needed!
Thursday, August 19 and Friday, August 20 at the Stampede Casino. As
usual, we will require a lot of volunteers, but this event is so important
to the community, as proceeds from these two days support many
worthwhile projects in Bridgeland-Riverside throughout the year.
If you’re available to help, please email [email protected] or
phone Matt at 403-618-7833.
FREE STAMPEDE BREAKFAST!
Sunday, July 18th, 9:00-11:30a.m. At: La Brezza Parking Lot
EVERYONE WELCOME! Face Painting and Balloons for Kids!
Pooch Pancake Breakfast at Doggywood!
Serving Pooch Pancakes for pets only! Sunday, July 11 from 12 - 3 pm.
616 - 1st Avenue NE. Call 403-229-DOGS for more info.
TUXEDO PARK
Tuxedo Park Community Association
Hall: 202 29 Avenue NE
Ph: 403-277-8689
Newsletter email: [email protected]
Programs at Tuxedo Park
A variety of programs and courses take place at the hall, please call or
visit the hall for more information.
CRAFT NIGHTS AT TUXEDO PARK COMMUNITY HALL!
Second Wednesday of the month, from 6:30 to 10pm.
There is no fee for the evening, but we ask that you purchase a current
community membership ($5 for singles, $10 for families), which are
available at the hall.
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NOTE: Community supper is at 6pm and costs $14 per person, children
6 years old and younger - $7 each.
Our events are open to everyone: members, residents, family
and friends of Tuxedo Park both in and outside our community.
For more information please call Kelly at 277-4723 or Bev at 277-8689.
Guiding Program in your Area
Please contact Sandra Williams at 403-295-3840
or email: [email protected]
CRESCENT HEIGHTS
Crescent Heights Community Association
Hall: 1101 - 2nd Street NW
Hall Rentals: Call 403-804-5600
Newsletter email: [email protected]
Annual Community Stampede Breakfast - Sunday, July 11th
At the community hall from 9 to 11am. Amazing food, music,
children’s activities. Free to CHCA members!
Non-members $5 for adults, $3 for children.
Crescent Heights Baptist Church Annual Stampede Breakfast
Saturday, July 10th , 9:00 – 11:00am
1212 – 1st Street NW
Everyone welcome and the cost is FREE!
Crescent Heights Playgroup
When: Wednesday 10am -11:30am – CLOSED FOR AUGUST.
Playgroup is open all July. We will be closing for August, but back-up
and running September 8, 2010.
Where: At the Crescent Heights Community Hall.
Cost: FREE to Community Members & Associate Crescent Heights
Members (folks outside Crescent Height are welcome to join for
20$/year)
Who: Parent and/or Caregiver with any number of children at any age
– babies included.
What to Bring: Just bring yourselves, indoor shoes for running, and
snacks for your kids.
Contact Stacie Banks at 403-670-6872 or [email protected]
HIGHLAND PARK
Highland Park Community Association
Hall: 3716 - 2nd Street NW
Hall Rentals: Call 403-276-6969
Highland in the Park! Join us for this Free Outdoor Playgroup
Highland Park Community Centre
Tuesday Mornings - 10:30 A.M. to 12:00 P.M.
Dates: July 6, July 20, August 10, August 24
Weather permitting! Please call Margo at 403-714-7994 if you are
concerned about the weather or would like more information.
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Highland Park is 100 this year - Come out and celebrate!
Highland Park Community Centre, 3716 – 2 St. N.W.
Family Movie Night at Highland Park - Wed. July 21
5:30 pm - BBQ and Activities
6:30 pm - Short program (for the really young)
7:00 pm - Feature film: Ratatouille
If you know you will be coming, please help us plan for food/
refreshments by calling Lesley at 403-275-6666 ext. 222 to register.
If you decide to drop by at the last minute, that’s okay too!
Calgary Weekend Fair: Highland Park Community Centre
Saturdays - July 3, August 21, Sept 18. Hours: 10am to 4pm
Free admission, free parking. For more info or to book a table please
call: 403-207-4086 or go to www.calgarymarket.net
Scouting and Guiding Registration Information
Scouts: http://chinook.scouts.ca/ or phone: 403-283-4993
or email: [email protected]
Guides: http://www.calgarygirlguides.com/index.html
Phone: 403-283-8348 or email: [email protected]
Seniors’ Luncheons: Noon at the hall.
Be sure to put the following Mondays on your calendar for 2010:. Sept
20th, Oct 18th, Nov 15th, Dec 13th. Time: 12:00 noon. Cost $5.00/
person for members, $10.00/person for non-members. Please
contact Anne Klempa (403) 277-3388 to confirm your attendance.
RENFREW
Renfrew Community Association
Hall: 811 Radford Road NE Ph: 403-230-7055
Hall Rentals: Call 403-230-7055 and leave message.
Newsletter email: [email protected]
Renfrew Bingo - The little hall with the big payouts!
Saturday and Monday evenings. Closed July 10th.
Nickel Games at 6:20pm, regular games at 7:05pm.
Concession open. 811 Radford Road NE
July 17 - Customer Appreciation - Free Dinner
Aug 14 - Customer Appreciation - Free Dinner
Renfrew Stampede Day - It’s famous! Saturday, July 10th
For the family:
9 to 11am: Free pancake breakfast, live music, good times.
9am to 1pm: Stampede Show ‘n Shine - coolest cars in Calgary!
10am to 1pm: Kid’s Carnival. Mega fun fun for kids of all ages,
11am to 1pm. Renfrew Stampede Cantina - Wide assortment of
snacks and ‘dawgs’ (Spolumbo’s Sausages).
For the adults:
3pm to midnight: Renfrew Stampede Beer Gardens. No cover!
Live music, cantina food, adult beverages, horseshoe tournament, Jail
‘n Bail, adult games, “Stake yer Claim”, fun, fun and more fun!
3 to 11pm. Renfrew Stampede Cantina - Wide assortment of
snacks and ‘dawgs’ (Spolumbo’s Sausages).
FREE Summer Drop-In Programming for kids!
Renfrew Community, 828 8th Ave NE
Stay n’ Play: 10:00 - 12:00 p.m. (3 - 5 years of age) NOTE: Adult
/guardian must accompany children in the Stay n’ Play program
Park n’ Play: 10:00 - 3:30 p.m. (6 - 12 years of age)
Join in the summer fun with games, crafts and other amazing activities
led by City of Calgary staff.
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Connections
Area Event and
Resource Guide
RENFREW (cont)
MARLBOROUGH PARK (cont)
MOUNT PLEASANT (cont)
Renfrew 50 Plus Club - 1918 Regal Crescent NE
Daily events and activities. Contact Tina Wilding at
276-4747 or email [email protected] for more
information. You don’t have to live in Renfrew to attend.
FREE SUMMER PROGRAMS FOR KIDS - JULY 5 – JULY 9
PARK N’ PLAY For ages 6 to 12 - 10am – 3:30pm
STAY N’ PLAY For ages 3 to 5 - 10am – noon
Stay n’ Play is a free outdoor drop-in program. Join in the fun with
games, crafts and other activities. Children must be accompanied by
an adult/guardian.
Mount Pleasant Outdoor Pool - Now open!
The pool offers swimming lessons in the mornings, and public swim
in the afternoons and evenings. Looking for a private party? The pool
can be booked for just you! Mount Pleasant will also be hosting several
memorable special events this year, including the pancake breakfast
and two family pool parties. Stay tuned to the pool website, or ask at
the pool for more details. Admission prices have not increased.
Renfrew Tiny Tots Playgroup
We break for the summer after Thursday, June 24th and we will resume
again in September. Renfrew Community Center, 811 Radford Road NE
Call Leora at 403-269-1356 or email [email protected].
Renfrew Community Pub (Social Room) Most Fridays from 7pm
until close. Non-members welcome - be our guest. Free pool, free
shuffleboard, free darts! Family friendly, parent-supervised children
welcome until 9pm.
MARLBOROUGH
Calgary Marlborough Community Association
Hall: 636 Marlborough Way NE Ph: 403-273-5894
Hall Rentals: Call 403-273-5894 or email
[email protected]
Newsletter email: [email protected]
YAHOO! Free Stampede Breakfast 636 Marlborough Way NE
July 17, 9 am to 11 am. Put on your dancing boots and bring your hat
and sunglasses! Fun and Games for the Kids, Live Music Pancakes and
Sausages, Juice and Coffee. Look forward to seeing ya’ll there!
WANTED CASINO VOLUNTEERS
Thursday, July 22 & Friday, July 23 at the Blackfoot Casino. Day or
evening shifts are available. Call Cathy @403-235-5659. No experience
needed and we guarantee you will have a fun time!
Marlborough Movie Night: Family Event August 20 (tentative)
Bring your lawn chairs and blanket, if the weather is wet/cold, we
will hold it inside the community centre. Watch our web: www.
marlboroughca.ca for more information.
INDOOR SOCCER REGISTRATION: CMCA and MEMORIAL FC
WHEN:
SATURDAY, AUGUST 28, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
WHERE:
Calgary Matlborough Community Centre (Upstairs)
ON-LINE REGISTRATIONS: WWW.MARLBOROUGHCA.CA FOR DETAILS
QUESTIONS: PHONE PETER AT 272-0462
Jam Session: July 24 and August 28 in the Lounge (Fireside Room)
Bingo at the Bingo Barn Volunteers needed:
Please call Marg at 273-7952.
Attention Seniors 55 and Older
We have a fun league looking for you, the league is on Wednesdays @
10am at the Deerfoot Bowling Alley in the Deerfoot Mall N.E, located at
the back entrance near the food fair. We sure would like you to join us.
Eva Zapotichny 403-276-4302.
MARLBOROUGH PARK
Marlborough Park Community Association
Hall: 6021 Madigan Drive NE
Hall Rentals: Call 403-248-1775
Newsletter email: [email protected]
STAMPEDE BREAKFAST - JULY 11, 2010
From 8:00am TO 10:00am
FALL AND WINTER PROGRAM REGISTRATION
SEPTEMBER 8, 2010 FROM 6:00 TO 8:00pm
Scouts. Girl Guides, Eastview Basketball
Indoor Soccer: Registration 6:00 to 7:30pm
July/August 2010
Marlborough Park PreSchool
Ongoing Registration. Please call Tara at 403-235-2996
Canadian Blood Services
In the MPCA gym on Saturday, August 7th from 9am to 2pm.
Bingo Schedule for Volunteers:
Afternoon Event
Saturday, July 24
Saturday, August 2
Evening Event
Sunday, August 22
Evening Event
Sunday, September 5
Evening Event
If you can help please call Denyse at 403-248-5931
or the hall at 403-248-1775.
Drop-in Tai Chi
Drop-in Tai Chi is held at the Marlborough Park Community Centre
every Tuesday from 9:15 to 10:15am.
Summer Day in the Park
Annual Mount Pleasant Summer Day in the Park is August 28.
Family Pool Party - Dates: July 10 and August 7
Where: Mount Pleasant Pool – 2310 6st NW
Cost: Regular Pool Admission
Lawnchair Theater - Date: July 8
Where: Confederation Park 10th Street NW, behind the flags
Time: 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm. Cost: Free
Charity Garage Sale - Sunday, August 22, 9am to 2pm
At Foster’s Garden Chapel - 3220 - 4th Street NW
Table rentals $20 (proceeds to charity). Call Cyndy at 403-297-0888 for
table rentals or more information.
Hotdog / Hamburger sale proceeds to Buchanan Elementary School!
WINSTON HTS - MOUNTVIEW CROSSROADS
Winston Hts - Mountview Community Association
Hall: 520 - 27 Avenue NE
Hall Rentals: Call 403-277-2433
Email [email protected]
Newsletter email: [email protected]
Crossroads Community Association
Hall: 1803 14 Avenue NE Ph: 403-277-6201
Hall Rentals: Call Marlene at 403-277-6201
Newsletter email: [email protected]
Stampede BBQ
On July 10th, at the WHMV Community Centre. Cocktail hour starts at
6pm followed by dinner at 7pm. Then the real fun begins when the
dance starts at 9pm! So tell your neighbours, grab your darlin’and come
down for a real barnburner! Tickets can be purchased from Lara at (403)
837-846. Prices are $15 for members and $20 for non-members.
FREE SUMMER OUTDOOR PROGRAMS FOR KIDS - August 16 - 20
At the CCA hall: 1803 - 14 Avenue N.E.
PARK N’ PLAY For ages 6 to 12 - 10am – 3:30pm
STAY N’ PLAY For ages 3 to 5 - 10am – noon
Stay n’ Play is a free outdoor drop-in program. Join in the fun with
games, crafts and other activities. Children must be accompanied by
an adult/guardian.
Centennial Garden First Anniversary Open Tea Party
September 12th, 2010 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.
Come out and celebrate this important anniversary while enjoying
some relaxing time together with friends and family.. A master gardener will be on site to answer questions regarding plants in the garden. Light refreshments will be served.
Bingo Fundraisers: Bingo Barn, 10 - 1107 33rd St NE
Saturday, July 10 from 8:30 to 11:15 am or 10:45 am to 3:15 pm
Friday, Aug. 6 from 4:45 to 9:30 pm or 9:30 pm to 1:30 am
Saturday, Aug. 21 from 8:30 to 11:15 am or 10:45 am to 3:15 pm
If you can help out for these bingos, please call Sandy at 403277-0841 or Ann at 403-276-1716.
On-going garden tour event - July 15 , August 19, September 16,
October 2. Free with registration and begin at 6:45 p.m. They will be
outdoors in the garden and led by Sue Fulkerth; weather permitting.
Crossroads Preschool Summer Camps
The following summer camps are designed to provide social interaction,
physical development, intellectual challenges, creative opportunities,
and a whole lot of fun! Each themed camp will include games, crafts,
snacks, cooking and physical fitness. All camps are from 1:30 to 4 pm.
The cost is $105, and six spots are available for each.
FAIRYTALES: July 19 to 23• SUPERHEROES: July 26 to 30
HAWAIIAN HULLABALOO: Aug. 16 to 20
WHERE THE WILD THINGS ARE: Aug. 23 to 27
Visit our web site at: www.winstonheights.ca for a complete
listing of programs and classes.
MOUNT PLEASANT
Mount Pleasant Community Association
Hall: 602 - 22nd Avenue NW
Hall Rentals: Call 403-282-1314
Newsletter email: [email protected]
Pleasant Times – Upper Hall, 602 22 Ave. NW
Adults-only gathering. Meets 2nd Wednesday of each month for
conversation and activities. July 14, August 11, and September 8.
Road trip to Calgary Zoo, Wednesday, July 14
Road trip to Trochu Arboretum and Gardens Friday, August 20th
Seats for both trips are limited so e-mail [email protected] or call
Linda at (403) 289-8390 today to reserve your spots. The trips are open to
all adults, whether you’ve been a Pleasant Times regular or not.
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Crossroads 50 Plus Club: 6:45pm at the Crossroads Community
Centre. Join us for fun times and meet your neighbours. For information
call Lorna at 277-7710 or Anne at 276-1716 or visit our website at: www.
crossroads50plusclub.com
BRING ON THE ADVENTURE!
Crossroads 36 Scouts registration night is on Sept. 1 from 6:30 to 8:30 pm.
For more information please call James or Marilyn at 403-207-0272.
GIRL GUIDES OF CANADA
Join today! There is something for ALL ages! Registration for all units is
on Sept. 9 for the next Guiding year. For more information, contact Jan
McCaghren at 403-219-0533 or [email protected].
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BOOKKEEPING SERVICES
My Bookkeeper - Excellent Rates! Sole Proprietor, Small Business. Returns: Personal,
Business, GST. Call Jill at 403-510-1665.
CLEANING SERVICES
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ELECTRICAL SERVICES
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HANDYMAN SERVICES
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Please contact us for an estimate on
one time or regular service.
DAY CARE
Very Active Day Home in Vista Heights
Nutritional meals & snacks, Police Clearance
Private/First Aid - Call Sherry 403-698-1936
Marlborough Dayhome - Taking children 18
mos & older including school age. Next to
Chris Akerman school. 403-273-9722
ABBEYDALE DAYHOME
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Please contact Colleen at 403-293-5257
for interview or information.
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EAVESTROUGHING
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Free esti., prompt service, quality work
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GUTTER DOCTOR - Specializing in eavestrough cleaning/repairs, fascia/soffit repairs,
downspouts, roof flashing. insured/guaranteed. (403) 714-0711 www.gutterdoctor.ca
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you can resurface? Call BathMaster for all
your refinishing needs at 403-293-4810.
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Outdoor Reasonable,Reliable,Responsible
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TUTORING
Tutor Doctor - No child should be left behind!
Affordable, in home, 1-on-1 instruction catered to
child’s needs. All grade levels and subjects are
welcome. Please call Greg at 403-862-6933.
You COULD
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but now what?
DO YOU OWN A BUSINESS? Need Bookkeeping, Payroll, T4s, T5s, ROEs, Payroll
Remittance & GST Remittance done? Call
Ana-Marija Marotii @ 403-606-6868 for info.
CLEANING SERVICES
Residential & Office, Daily or Weekly
Reliable & efficient service, All cleaning
products provided, environmentally friendly
Please call 403-483-2142.
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Gift Certificates Available!
Spring, Bi-weekly
and Monthly Cleaning
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LIBRARY NEWS
The Central Library
We’re your
branch!
616 Macleod Trail SE
Calgary, AB T2G 2M2
For Kids: 2010 Summer Reading Adventure
Join us as we kick off Lost in Time, the 2010 Summer Reading
Adventure, presented by the Alberta Beverage Container Recycling
Corporation. Drop in for a scavenger hunt and other fun activities.
Collect all five game pages from your local Library branch until the
end of August and enter to win great prizes! Saturday June 19, 10:00
a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Booked All Summer
Why should kids have all the fun? Booked All Summer is a summer
reading program for adults, beginning Thursday June 17th. Visit your
local branch to register and pick up your reading activity sheet. Then
complete one of three reading options every other week to enter
draws for weekly prizes. At the end of the summer there will be a
grand prize draw for a Sony E-reader! Watch the Reader’s Nook blog
on our website for details: http://blog.calgarypubliclibrary.com/blogs/
readersnook/
History Calgary Week: Ancestors and their Attic
Learn about the Library’s specialized resources on the history of
houses and their owners. Wednesday July 28, 1:30 to 3:00 p.m., 4th
Floor Meeting Room. No registration required.
ESL Conversation Club (Intermediate)
Practice your English listening and speaking skills, and learn about
the Library’s many resources. Tuesdays, July 6 to August 24, 2:00 to
4:00 p.m., 4th Floor Meeting Room.
Citizenship Preparation Class
Learn about Canada with the purpose of preparing yourself for the
Citizenship Exam. Presented by Immigrant Services Calgary. Saturday
July 17, 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. 4th Floor Meeting Room.
Welcome to Canada: Newcomer’s Session
Find out about community supports, government services, school
systems, ESL, and other resources available in Calgary Bridge
Foundation, In-School Settlement program. Saturday July 24, 1:00 to
3:00 p.m., 4th Floor Meeting Room.
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Membership Bar-B-Q
Date: July 25th, 2010
Time: 11:00 – 4:00 pm
Place: Marlborough Park Community Association
On July 25, 2010, 11:00 am – 4 pm
NASA Hockey is hosting the 2nd MPCA
and NASA Membership BBQ at the
Marlborough Pak Community Association.
There will be hamburgers, corn on the cob, chips,
pop, face painters, tattooist, hockey shot machine,
water bouncer, prizes and special guests. As well
our scholarship recipients will be announced.
The event’s goal is to promote the
North Memorial Amateur Sports Association
Hockey program within the community and to let
the community know there is a Minor Hockey
program in their area their children can participate in.
If anyone is interested in volunteering
to ensure a successful BBQ, please
e-mail [email protected]
or call 403-200-7729.
North Memorial Amateur Sports Association brings hockey
to kids ages 5 - 18, starting from Tyke (Timbits) to Junior.
It’s never too late to start to play hockey!
If your child lives in Abbeydale, Bridgeland/Riverside, Crossroads, Marlborough, Marlborough Park, Renfrew, or Winston Heights they can play for NASA,
in association with PSA Hockey. Financial assistance may be available.
At the time of registration we require:
1) A minimum $50.00 deposit at registration time
(no exceptions) and payment or post-dated payment
for the remainder of the fees due October 31/2010.
2) Proof or residency in your community,
3) Copy of the registrants Birth Certificate for first
time players.
How to Register:
Walk-In Registration at Marlborough Park
Community Association: 6021 Madigan Dr NE
July 25th, 11:00 – 4:00 pm
Aug 24th, 6:30 – 9:00 pm at Don Hartman (NESS)
Aug 25th, 6:30 – 9:00 pm at Don Hartman (NESS)
Note: After the August 25th walk-in registration, the only
way to register will be on-line and a $50 late fee will apply.
Visit www.NASAhockey.com
for more information
…and get in the game!
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KEITH OBLEMAN
Call (403) 803-8030 or email
[email protected]
“Early ‘50’s”
SOLD!
Renfrew’s Trusted Realtor since 1984!
SOLD!
“Mid Fifties”
SOLD!
YOUR HOME WOULD LOOK GOOD
ADVERTISED HERE!
Renfrew/Regal Terrace has become very busy with
new development as people discover what a wonderful
community we have here. A large part of that is the fact
that as our older residents move into condominiums or
smaller homes, their adult children are coming back and
re-developing or remodeling the homes they grew up in
so their kids can enjoy the same advantages that they did
with all levels of schools within walking distance, lots of
recreation opportunities and the convenience of living in
an inner-city “Community that Cares”.
Sold in one day!
Keith provides friendly advice, and NO COST market
evaluations. If you are thinking of selling, call anytime.
If you’d simply like to be informed about recent sales or
want to find out what the asking price of a listing is, I’d
be happy to provide that information as a courtesy to my
neighbors.