Monthly Minders for December

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December 2012 /January 2013

ANewsletter from Neighbourhoods, Parks and Community Recreation Northwest

Help Bring Christmas Cheer to All

The Christmas Bureau of Edmonton accepts referrals forfamilies who need a food hamper or food certificatesfrom the Christmas Bureau and/or toys from 630 CHEDSantas Anonymous and/or gift card from EdmontonSuns Adopt-A-Teen Program. We are non-denominational and accessible to all low income

families, seniors and individuals.

Self referrals

can be made after November 14 by calling our IntakeLine at 780-414-7695. The deadline forreferrals is December 9, 2011.

Over 800 volunteers will donate their timethis year. Positions are available inNovember and December which providegreat opportunity to celebrate the festiveseason with family and friends. Weencourage you to check out the volunteer

page at our website christmasbureau.ca

This coming Christmas season, the Christmas Bureau of

Edmonton anticipates that we will serve over 65,000 lessfortunate within our community. In order to meet theneed our campaign goal is $1.8 million dollars.Donations can be made online at our websitechristmasbureau.ca

Community Outdoor Skating

Lace 'em Up and Get on the Ice!

Come discover the joys of one of Canadas oldest andmost popular recreational activities. Whether its a

leisurely skate in the crisp winter air or a breakaway upthe ice, Edmontons community outdoor rinks havesomething for everyone. Outdoor skating rinks acrossthe city offer many leisure and instructional skatingopportunities. Inquire with your Community League todetermine which rinks are open and if they are offering

any programs this winter.

NES Workshop November 14, 2012

The Neighborhood Engagement Strategy committee helda workshop for those interested in applying to the fund

for 2013 events or projects. Despite being rescheduleddue to the heavy snowfall, 21 community membersattended and learned about the strategy and applicationform.

Attendees mentioned how much they enjoyed hearing

about the projects taken on by other neighbourhoodgroups. They particularly enjoyed viewing the videorecently taken about the Strathearn Art Walk project,and the storyboards submitted by other projects.

The application is available online at

http://www.edmonton.ca/for_residents/neighbourhoods/neighbourhood-engagement.aspx, and potentialapplicants are encouraged to talk about their projectwith their CRC or Community Building Social Worker assoon as possible.

Applications are . Please [email protected] or 780-442-4974 for more

information.

Seasons Greetings!

Community Building West Staff would like to take amoment to wish you and yours a wonderful holiday

season. Wishing you a restful season and time withfamily and friends! Through out the year the spirit ofgiving is demonstrated over and over again by thenumerous contributions of community volunteers.

Thank you for helping to make Edmonton a great city tolive in!

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Did you know?

Did you know that Parks Operations builds an outdoorsnow bank rink and a skating oval at Castledowns Park?Depending on the weather, you can find the rinks openfrom the beginning of December to mid March.

Shinny Hockey and Free PublicSkating Schedules

For Child/Youth and Adult Shinny Hockey Schedules andinformation check out the City of Edmonton Website at:http://www.edmonton.ca/attractions_recreation/sport_r

ecreation/shinny-hockey.aspx

View the schedule for Free Public Skating Drop In whichis sponsored by the City of Edmonton and the KinsmenClub of Edmonton at:

http://www.edmonton.ca/attractions_recreation/sport_recreation/public-skating.aspx

Holiday Tips

1. The holidays can get very

expensive, between shopping, travel and buyingeverything you need to host a meal (or two). So

rather than panic as you watch your credit card billget more and more bloated, plan ahead so youknow exactly how much you can spend this year.

2. It's never too early to start holiday

shopping. To make the whole process easier, makea list of everyone you have to shop for, along withfour or five ideas for each person and how muchyou want to spend on them. If you really feel

ambitious, start wrapping gifts as you buy them tocross yet another large task off your list beforethings get stressful.

3. Now is the time to scour the web and

your cookbooks for holiday meal and baking ideas soyou're not stuck once it's actually time to cook andbake. Next, create a master shopping list for

everything you will need once it's time to getcooking, taking stock of what you already have on

hand and specialty items you need to pick up. Themore you have planned now the better you'll feel.

4. take the time to de-clutter now, the less

clutter you have before the holidays, the easier itwill be to keep your home neat and organized.

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Tobogganing

Feel the urge to soar down a snow-covered hill and feelthe brisk wind nip your cheeks?

The City of Edmonton maintains toboggan hills atseveral locations with safe run-outs, safety signs and

reduced hazards. For a list of City of Edmontonmaintained tobogganing hills go tohttp://www.edmonton.ca/attractions_recreation/sport_recreation/tobogganing.aspx or check out your local parkand have fun!

Toboggan Tips

You are for the weather and remember todress in layers. You can take off items and putthem back on. Watch out for frostbite on colderdays. And on sunny days remember to put onsunscreen.

You sled in so that you can see anypotential dangers. If you choose to sled at night,make sure that the hill is very well lit.

Children at all times while sleddingand if they are five years old or younger they shouldhave an adult accompany them on a sled ortoboggan.

You choose a hill with a , free of

protruding objects such as ice, rocks, and treestumps. Also, be sure that the hill is not too icy -

you want to be able to stop if you need to. You wait until the starting

down the hill. This could help prevent you fromrunning into another person on your way down.

You always position yourself on your sled ortoboggan so that you are kneeling or

. Never lie down on a sled or toboggan

while going down a hill.

You climb back up the hillto keep out of

the way of others who aresledding down.

You keep in mind that

racing down the hillmight seem fun, butsleds can often be more

difficult to control athigher speeds. Try tomaintainthat will allow you tohave the control to stop ifyou need to.

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Ice Making Workshop Follow-UpSessionMonday, December 17th at 8:30 pm

If you attended the Ice Making Workshop on November8, this follow-up session will provide you with anopportunity to:o See some demonstration of techniques

o Ask specific questions or troubleshoot issues

Please dress to be outdoors, a small warm-up area willbe available.

If you would like to attend, please contact Jessica at442-4629 [email protected] register.

Important Dates to Remember

International Volunteer Daywww.worldvolunteerweb.org/intl-vol-day.htm

Hanukkah Begins

Combined GAIN and Use ofProceeds Workshop. Workshop is FREE but you mustpre-register. Register at www.AGLC.caor Contact 780-447-7499 to register or for more information.

Winter SolsticeChristmas

Boxing Day

- KwanzaaNew Years Day

Cross-Country Skiing in Edmonton

Edmonton's expansive river valley and parks system is aperfect cross-country skiing destination.

Trail LocationsEach park has an emergency phone. Please also carry acell phone, especially if you are skiing alone or at night.

Washrooms and shelters are available at all of the parksexcept Riverside Golf Course (no amenities) andTerwillegar (no shelters).

For Current ski trail conditions and locations, Pleaserefer to the website:http://www.edmonton.ca/attractions_recreation/sport_recreation/crosscountry-skiing.aspx

Trail LightingThe trails at Gold Bar/Goldstick, Kinsmen, and Snow

Valley are lit at night for evening or night skiing.

Snow Shacks

This free neighbourhood drop-in program for 6-12 yearolds is offered in partnership with community leagues atvarious playgrounds across the city. Come out for indoorand outdoor activities including crafts, games, sports,and drama.

Dress for the weather and be ready for winter fun.Children under 6 years old are welcome to participatebut must be supervised by their parent or guardian at altimes. The program may be cancelled or adjusted in the

event of extreme weather.

Westview Village Snow ShackLocation: Westview Village Community Hall (10770Winterburn Road)Dates: January 2 - January 4Times: 9 4 pm

Meadowlark Snow ShackLocation: Meadowlark Community Hall (15961 92 Ave.)Dates: January 2 January 4Times: 12 4 pm

Lessard Snow ShackLocation: Lessard Community Hall (17404 57 Ave.)

Dates: January 2 January 4Times: 12 4 pm

Athlone Snow ShackLocation: Athlone Community Hall (13010 129 Street)Dates: January 2 January 4Times: 12 4 pm

Belmead Snow ShackLocation: Belmead Community Hall In Rink Shack(9109 182 Street)Dates: January 2 January 4Times: 12 4 pm

Woodcroft Snow ShackLocation: Woodcroft Community Hall (13915 115 Ave)Dates: January 2 January 4

Times: 12 4 pm

McQueen Snow ShackLocation: McQueen CommunityHall/Rink Shack (10825 McQueenRoad)Dates: January 2 January 4Times: 12 4 pm

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Coats for Kids & Families

This program helps keep Edmontonians warm

throughout the winter. The 2012 Coats for Kidscampaign will run from Oct 23, 2012 to Dec 6, 2012.

If you or your family are in need of

winter coats, call 211 (or 482-INFO outside ofEdmonton). They will tell you where to find the closest

depot. All coats have been professionally dry cleaned byPage the Cleaner.

Drop off gently used coats at one ofour Drop-Off locations. The JP Site (10030-167 St.) andPACS location (11410-149 St.) have collection boxes.

Monetary donations are used topurchase coats to meet specific requests. Cheques canbe made out to United Way of the Alberta Capital

Region and write Coats for Kids & Families in thememo line. Cheques can be mailed or dropped off at

15132 Stony Plain Road, Edmonton, AB T5P 3Y3.

Did you know?

Did you know that after a very successful harvest, theGriesbach Gardeners donated 1035.5 kg (over one ton!)

of food to the Food Bank?

Snowshoeing in Edmonton

Explore Edmonton's winter wonderland on snowshoes.Snowshoeing, a traditional mode of transportation for

Canadian Aboriginal peoples, remains one of the bestand most practical ways to travel on deep snow.Snowshoeing provides transportation for exploring, birdand wildlife viewing or exercise.

Most City trails are packed down, so snowshoes perform

best in areas that are more open and off the beatentrack, like Terwillegar Park.For recommended snowshoeing locations, please visitthe website:http://www.edmonton.ca/attractions_recreation/sport_recreation/snowshoeing.aspx

Winter Walking Tips

Walking is still the best way to get daily exercise, nomatter what the season!

1. Dress in layers and for the temperature outside.Toques and scarves can be removed or adjusted to help

regulate your warmth.

2. Avoid cotton next to your skin; try a fabric that willwick moisture away so you won't get cold.3. Make sure you have something reflective on yourclothing so you can be seen by motorists.3. Wear sturdy walking shoes with grippy rubber soles

for traction4. If it is slippery outside, try studded grips that slip onover your shoes, or a walking stick with a metal tip.5. Bring water - as with any exercise, you need toreplace water as you go.6. Plan your route to avoid high traffic areas and go

where paths are clear of snow7. Ease into it - Start slowly to give your muscles a

chance to warm up8. Walk at a moderate or slow pace - the bigger yourstrides, the higher the risk of falling.9. To be safe and not fall, be conscious of the terrain

and what is going on around you.10. Do your part to clear the way, by shoveling yoursidewalk.

There are 1,440 minutes in every day, schedule 30 ofthem for walking.

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The preschool (4-6) and child (7+) Learn to Skateprogram are geared towards children who have limited

or no skating experience. Children will learn basicskating skills at their own pace.

The Family Learn to Skate programs are for parents andchildren to learn together. There must be one parent to

accompany each child.

The following communities are tentatively scheduled tohave a Learn To Skate program in early 2013. Additionalinformation (times and pricing) is available from thesecommunity leagues.

Preschool Learn to Skate Programs

Location: Britannia Youngstown (15927 105 Ave)

Date: Saturdays, January 12 - March 2

Location: Cumberland Oxford (Hudson Park - 13625

Cumberland Rd)Date: Saturdays, Jan. 12 Feb. 23 (No class Jan. 16)

Location: Dovercourt (13510 Dovercourt Avenue)Date: Saturdays, January 19 - February 9

Location: Lorelei-Beaumaris (16220 103 St)Date: Sundays, Jan. 13 Feb. 24 (No class Jan. 17)

Location: Mayfield (10941 161 Street)Date: Saturdays, January 5 - February 9

Location: Rio Terrace (15500 76 Ave)Date: TBA

Location: Laurier Heights (14405 85 Ave)Date: TBA ( )

Location: Westridge (505 Wolf Willow Road)Date: TBA

Location: Glenwood (16430 97 Ave)Date: January 12 February 16

Location: Grovenor (14325 104 Ave)

Date: Saturdays, January 12 March 2

Location: Willowby (6315 - 184 ST)Date: TBA

Childrens Learn to Skate Programs

Location: Brittania Youngstown (15927 105 Ave)Date: Saturdays, January 12 - March 2

Location: Cumberland Oxford (Hudson Park - 13625Cumberland Rd)Date: Saturdays, Jan. 12 Feb. 23 (No class Jan. 16)

Location: Dovercourt (13510 Dovercourt Avenue)Date: Saturdays, January 19 - February 9

Location: Lorelei-Beaumaris (16220 103 St)Date: Sundays, Jan 13 - Feb 24 (No class Jan. 17)

Location: Mayfield (10941 161 Street)Date: Saturdays, January 5 - February 9

Location: Rio Terrace (15500 76 Ave)Date: TBA

Location: Laurier Heights (14405 85 Ave)Date: TBA ( )

Location: Glenwood (16430 97 Ave)

Date: January 12 February 16

Location: Grovenor (14325 104 Ave)Date: Saturdays, January 12 March 2

Location: Willowby (6315 - 184 ST)Date: TBA

Location: Westridge (505 Wolf Willow Road)Date: TBA

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The holiday season is often a time of much excitementand activity for families, friends and communities. Here

are some fun activities and events to enjoy during thisfestive season.

Festival of Trees

December 1, 9 am 9 pmDecember 2, 9 am 5 pmShaw Conference CentreIn addition to the hundreds of wonderfully decorated

trees at the Shaw Conference Centre, the Festival ofTrees also offers live entertainment, childrens activitiesand shopping. The festival of trees raises funds forpatient care and research at the University of AlbertaHospital.Tickets are available at the door.

Holiday Magic

December 10 1410 am 2 pmCity Room, City HallRing in the holiday season at City Hall with delightfulperformances by school choirs from across Edmonton.Event is free, but donations to the Food Bank areappreciated.

Butterdome Craft Sale

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Thursday and Friday 10 am 10 pmSaturday 10 am - 6 pmSunday 10 am 5 pm

For more information visit www.worldofcrafts.ca

Christmas Reflections

December 4, 6, 12-14, 17-21 (6 pm 10 pm)December 8-9, 15-16, 22-23 (4 pm 8 pm)

Fort Edmonton ParkView charming Christmas displays and twinkling lightsfrom your horse-drawn wagon ride through the Park,then savor a warm cup of cider or hot chocolate.

Participate in the many activities aimed at visitors of allages. For more information visit

www.fortedmontonpark.ca

Candy Cane Lane

December 14 - January 2The houses along 148 Street between 92 and 100

Avenue will be decked out for the holiday season. Bringa donation for the Food Bank and spread holiday cheer.

For more information visit www.candycanelane.ca

Seasonal Sundays

December 9 and 16, 12 pm 4 pmChristmas is in full swing at Muttart Conservatory! Joinus as we celebrate the holiday season with crafts, tours,and Christmas cactus planting. You can enter to win a

fabulous prize basket, enjoy festive music throughoutthe facility, and take a peek at the Feature Pyramid

theme entitled, The Nutcracker Story. Dont forget topick up one of the beautiful Muttart grown poinsettia onsale in the gift shop this holiday season. Regular

Admission applies. For more information visitwww.muttartconservatory.ca

Singing Christmas Tree

December 7 -9Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium

See the stage with a 35 foot singing Christmas tree.Decorated with thousands of glimmering lights filled with

100 singers all accompanied by a live orchestra, anevent for the whole family. For more information visitwww.edmontonsingingchristmastree.com

The 25th Annual Jingle On Parade

December 2, 10 am 12 pmWelcome Santa and his helpers as they return to the

downtown pedways from Commerce Place, to ManulifePlace and through Edmonton City Centre Mall.

New Years Eve 2012 Edmonton

December 31

Begins at 6:15 pmSay goodbye to the old and welcome in the new withother Edmontonians downtown at Churchill square. ThisNew Year's Eve do something special, attend the FirstNight Festival and ring in the New Year.

Parking is available for $1 after 6 pm at Edmonton CityHall, Stanley A. Milner Library, City Centre West parkadeand the Canada Place parkade.

Edmonton Transit, St. Albert Transit and StrathconaTransit will be free from 4 pm to 3 am.

Northwest District Welcomes BackDuane Boos

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Duane returns to the Northwest District as a CRC afterserving this past year on the Citys Social DevelopmentRapid Response Team and Jasper Place RevitalizationStrategy. Previously he was a CRC in west from 2007-2011. Before joining the City he worked for Big Brother

Big Sisters and Young Life in Edmonton. He brings a

wealth of experience and a passion for recreation andproviding community development support to groups.Hes a graduate from the University of Alberta with aBachelor of Arts in Recreation Administration.

Northwest District WelcomesChris McMorran

Chris is excited to be moving into a role as a CommunityRecreation Coordinator and looking forward to meetingand working with the many citizens of West EdmontonsNeighborhoods. He brings a long standing interest in

community development and passion for the power ofrecreation. Chris has spent time with the City of St.

Albert, City of Spruce Grove and provincial governmentprior to his role with the City of Edmonton and is agraduate of the University of Albertas B.A. inRecreation, Sport and Tourism degree.

Community Sandboxes

Pick up free sand from participating community sandboxes throughout the City to use on your icy sidewalks

and walkways.

Spreading sand or gravel on icy sidewalks and walkwayshelps provide traction, makingthem easier and safer to walkon. Free sand is available atparticipating community

leagues throughout the City.Remember to bring your owncontainer when you visit yourlocal community sandbox.For more information on this

service call 311 or visit thefollowing website to view an interactive map of sandboxlocations:http://www.edmonton.ca/transportation/service-community-sandboxes.aspx

Neighbourhoods, Parks and CommunityRecreation

Northwest Team

Director

Chantile Shannon 944-5506

Community Recreation Coordinators

Tracey Bink 822-2175Allison Boileau 944-5454Duane Boos 944-7595Una Bryce 944-7593Chris McMorran 496-

1911Susan Meunier 944-5450

Jessica Monk 442-4629Alison Mould 944-5531Trudy Raadik 944-5528

Savannah Westgarde 423-5827Ruth Wong-Miller 496-6431

Website - www.edmonton.ca

Community Services West Office Locations

#110, 11410 - 149 Street Phone: 780-442-4848Monday Friday 8:30 am 4:30 pm

10030 - 167 Street Phone: 780-442-4974Monday Friday 8:30 am 12:00 pm

1:15 pm 4:30 pm

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