Silver Springs Community Association

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August 2009
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OFFICIAL VOICE OF THE SILVER SPRINGS COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
SUBURBAN JOURNALS
THE SILVER SPRINGS SPIRIT
AUGUST 2009
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SSCA Vision
Silver Springs Community Association will provide the
environment, the facilities, the programs and the
leadership to make Silver Springs the community of choice
in Calgary.
Silver Springs
Community Association
5720 Silver Ridge Dr. NW
Calgary, Alberta, T3B 5E5
Phone: 403-288-2616 Fax: 403-247-0820
Email: ssca@shaw.ca
Website: www.silverspringscommunity.ca
SSCA Mission Statement
Silver Springs Community Association fosters community
spirit by providing facilities and services, and by
encouraging participation by all residents in vibrant
programs and activities.
Board of Directors
Executive
President ................................................................ Colin Crumb
Vice President ........................................................ Paul Demers
Past President ........................................................... Les Hunter
Secretary ............................................................. Bob Eccleston
Treasurer ............................................................ Doug Schroder
VP Sports .......................................................... Dayna Kereliuk
VP Community Affairs ............................................... Bob Laws
VP Operations Administration ................................ Tania Booth
VP Outdoor Facilities ........................................ Murray Scotton
Member at Large ................................................... Rick Czapski
Standing Committees
Block Watch ................................... Jim Green / Martin Cowman
PreSchool ............................................................. Jennifer Zahn
Guides – Century ............................................ Colleen Reynolds
Scouts ................................................................... Myles Parent
Crowchild Twin Arena ............................ Roy Moore / Tom Ford
Crowchild Hockey Association ............................... Tania Booth
Ringette ........................................................................... vacant
Soccer .................................................................. Stephen Ward
Softball ......................................................................... Bob Lee
Basketball .............................................................. Steve Flesch
Seniors ....................................................................... Jim Green
Open Spaces/Natural Areas ...................................... Les Hunter
Casino ............................................................... Gord Sarkissian
Article Submissions
Get Involved with Silver Springs today! The Silver
Springs Spirit DEADLINE is the first Friday of every
month.
Classified Submissions
Call 403-288-2616 or e-mail ssca@shaw.ca with your ad
of 40 words or less. The cost is $10 and you must have a
valid Silver Springs Community membership.
This publication is published 12 times a year by Suburban Journals Publishing and
delivered to residents by volunteers in the community. This publication is also available
for pickup from local retail outlets.
Please note: the information and opinions in this newsletter are subject to change, and do
not necessarily represent the opinions of the publisher or editor. Content contained in this
publication may not be reproduced without the written consent of Suburban Journals
Publishing. The information herein is believed accurate but not warranted
so. Any advertisements, home businesses, babysitters & nannies, or other
parties listed in the Silver Springs Suburban Journal should not be
interpreted as recommendations or endorsements by the editor or
the publisher.
• 19 community newsletters
• 63,000 homes
Community Association Office Staff - 288-2616
Accountant ................................................................... Deb Hall
Administration .......................................... Corrie Mildenberger
Building and Outdoor Facilities Coordinator ...... Rita McMillan
Program Coordinator ..................................... Janice McCrossan
Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 9am to 4pm
Summer Hours: Mon-Fri 9 am to 12 noon
Closed for all Recognized Holidays
• 180,000 residents
• Unlimited response
Suburban Journals publishes community newsletters for:
Arbour Lake, Bearspaw, Citadel, Dalhousie, Hampton's, Hawkwood, Ranchlands,
Rocky Ridge, Royal Oak, Scenic Acres, Silver Springs, Tuscany, Valley Ridge,
in the NW; Cranston, McKenzie Lake, McKenzie Towne, New Brighton
in the SE; and Signal Hills and Strathcona in the SW of Calgary.
For the best return on your advertising dollar, call Pam
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• New patients welcome
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OFFICIAL VOICE OF THE SILVER SPRINGS COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
SUBURBAN JOURNALS
THE SILVER SPRINGS SPIRIT
5
AUGUST 2009
Community News
Notes From
The Office
We are in need of a volunteer delivery
person for the “Silver Springs Spirit”
for Silver Valley Rise and Silver
Valley Bay, 37 houses.
Please call the office if you would like
to get a little bit of exercise each
month, and perhaps meet a few
neighbors on the way!
Shred It!
Do you have any old bills, invoices,
documents or personal information
that you would like to shred?
Community
Website
I bet you didn't
realize….
You can read the
latest newsletter,
get all the
information you
need and even register for programs
on our website at
www.silverspringscommunity.ca.
Please contact the Silver Springs
Office @ 403-288-2616 or email
ssca@shaw.ca for an application form
or for more information.
Our membership year runs from September 1 to August 31. Membership is
requested for program participation. Fill out the form below to become a
member today - your support makes a huge difference to your Community
Association!
Silver Springs
Community Association
Membership
Application
Please fill out this form and include payment by cheque, VISA or Mastercard and
mail or drop off at the Silver Springs Community Centre, 5720 Silver Ridge Dr. NW,
Calgary, AB T3B 5E5
Parent’s Names:
This is a free event for all Scenic
Acres and Silver Springs
community members (please have
your memb. # or card available),
although donations are warmly
welcomed. Non-members will be
charged a flat rate of $5 to shred
their documents.
Our Crafter's Market this year will be
held November 14th, 2009. We will
be accepting applications starting June
1 at the Silver Springs Community
Center office.
Support Your Community
On Saturday, September 19th, from
10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. SACA and
SSCA will be hosting a SHRED IT!
event at the Scenic Acres Community
Centre, 8825 Scurfield Dr. N.W.
A portable shredding company will be
on site to shred any papers that you
need shredding.
Silver Springs
Crafters Market
SURNAME
FIRST NAME(S)
Children’s Names:
Mailing Address:
Postal Code:
Phone Number:
Email Address:
Amount Paid:
Credit card #:
$
(Family $25 / Senior $10 / Associate $35)
Cheque
VISA
Mastercard
Exp:
/
You can also purchase your membership online at www.silverspringscommunity.ca
Legislature Office
513 Legislature Building
10800-97 Avenue
Edmonton, AB Canada T5K 2B6
Phone: (780) 415-9459 Fax: (780) 427-1835
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Constituency Office
6307 Bowness Road NW
Calgary, AB Canada T3B 0E4
Phone: (403) 216-5400 Fax: (403) 216-5402
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OFFICIAL VOICE OF THE SILVER SPRINGS COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
SUBURBAN JOURNALS
THE SILVER SPRINGS SPIRIT
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AUGUST 2009
Community News
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your
neighborhood! For
more information
please call Jim at 403-288-0598.
Used Toy and Clothing Sale
Start cleaning out those closets….. Silver Springs'
Children's Used Toy and Clothing Sale is coming up!
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In the Community Centre
• Ages 4 ½ - 12 years old
• ECS Program
• Qualified Staff
• Fields Trips, Crafts,
Sports & Fun!
• Subsidies available
Summer and ECS (Fall)
spaces available. For more
information, please call Val or
Carolyn at 403-286-3243.
Facilities To Rent
Silver Springs Community Centre has
a wide variety of rooms to rent.
We are able to accommodate almost
all your meeting and function needs,
whether it is a wedding, party, family
reunion, workshop, seminar or
meeting. Call 403-288-2616 to see
how we can accommodate you.
Saturday, September 12, 2009
Silver Springs Community Center
5720 Silver Ridge Drive NW
9:00 a.m. – Noon
Registration ongoing – check with the
office for table availability!
Tables $25 (if you require the
space of more than one
96” X 30” table, you will
need to rent a second table).
Call the office at
403-288-2616 for
more information.
Please note: Business
ventures will not be
permitted to participate
in this event.
Jelly Bean Dances
Loud music, prizes, snacks and tons of fun for
the grade 4-6 age group. Attendance is limited
to 300. Dances run from 6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
1st dance of the school year Oct. 30!
Tickets are available for purchase in the SSCA
Office two weeks in advance with a valid Silver
Springs Community Membership (maximum
four tickets per membership). Tickets may be
available at the door.
Please call the office at 403-288-2616 if you
would like to volunteer for these dances.
Parent chaperones are always welcome!
Thanks to all of the Parent and Teen
Volunteers who helped out over the
past year to help make our JB
dances so successful!
We're still looking for a parent to
oversee the evening of the dances PLEASE call to office if you'd like to
see the JB dances continue!
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OFFICIAL VOICE OF THE SILVER SPRINGS COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
SUBURBAN JOURNALS
THE SILVER SPRINGS SPIRIT
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AUGUST 2009
Community News
Silver Springs Community Centre Programs
Programs Continuing
Through the Summer
Adult Programs
Register online now For Fall Classes at www.silverspringscommunity.ca
Calgary Karate
Call 403-276-3990 for more info.
AEROBICS CLASSES
FOR FALL 2009
Tai Chi
Call 403-240-4566 for more info.
Kumon Math
Call 403-238-1435 for more info.
Punch cards will be available as a
payment option for aerobics
once again:
!10 times for $36 mem./$40 non-mem.
!20 times for $72 mem./$80 non-mem.
Programs
Recommencing
in September
These cards will be kept in the office
in a location that can be easily
accessed by all participants. We will
continue to operate on the honor
system by asking you to punch your
card before each session.
Adult Aerobics Classes –
Mon. - Thurs. at 9:15 a.m.
Dance Foundation –
Mon./Wed./Fri.
A variety of children’s dance
classes including: Ballet, Jazz,
Rhythmic Gymnastics, Tap and
Musical Theatre.
Gym Tots – Wed. at 9:00 a.m.
Play group for 18 month-3yrs.
+55 Seniors Club – Mon.
afternoons
Karma Kids (yoga)
Contact Cindy at 403-464-3491.
Girl Guides
Contact Colleen at 403-241-0338.
159th Silver Springs Scouts
(Beavers, Cubs and Scouts)
Contact Myles at 403-202-7675.
For those who prefer to pay a drop in
fee of $4, or for an entire session, the
fees are as follows:
Fit Trip
When: Mon./Wed., 9:15 a.m. –
10:15 a.m., Sept. 14 – Dec. 16
(no class Oct. 12, Nov. 11)
Instructor: Shelley Ames (Mon),
Judy Weaver (Wed)
Cost: $90/mem., $100/non-mem.
A great workout of all muscle groups.
Train the heart through cardio
exercises bringing the heart rate up to
a maximum and then lowering the
heart rate at a steady pace. The
strengthening aspect of the class will
be working all muscle groups to tone
and sculpt. This class will also be
trained in flexibility and thus enhance
balance. You will use a variety of
equipment: steps, weights, physio
balls, dynabands and our new sliders!
A well-rounded class you will not
want to miss!
“A Little Bit of Everything”
When: Tues./Thurs., 9:15 a.m. –
10:15 a.m., Sept. 15 – Dec. 17
Instructor: Pat Lang
Cost: $ 90/mem., $100/non-mem.
The main focus of this class is
strength training and core stability.
We will be using free weights, let
weights, Resist-A-Bands, exercise
balls and Yoga balls. This class will
include pilates, lots of abdominal
work and yoga. There will be short
bursts of cardio that will challenge
even the most fit. We will end this
class with some great stretching. This
is a very “do-able” class for everyone,
so I hope you will join Pat for a new
look at keeping yourself fit.! Come
and join the group for coffee after
class.
Pat Lang has taught fitness classes at
the Silver Springs Community Center
for the past 28 years!
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OFFICIAL VOICE OF THE SILVER SPRINGS COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
SUBURBAN JOURNALS
THE SILVER SPRINGS SPIRIT
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AUGUST 2009
Community News
Silver Springs Community Centre Programs
Children's Programs
Register online now For Fall Classes at www.silverspringscommunity.ca
DANCE FOUNDATION
Dance Foundation provides kids a fun
and non-stressful atmosphere where
they can learn to love dance. We
encourage students to grow as dancers
while meeting new friends, gaining
coordination and learning self
discipline. As a non-profit program
run through the Silver Springs
community Association, we are able
to keep our class sizes small and
prices low. Throughout the year we
will give the dancers the basics they
need to know in order to continue
dancing and performing in the future.
We love to dance and hope you
will too!
Fall Session: Sept. 14 – Dec. 18
(no classes Oct. 12 & Nov. 11)
30 minute class: $80/mem.,
$90/non-mem.
45 minute class: $90/mem.,
$100/non-mem.
Dance Mix (2 classes/week):
$135/mem., $145/non-mem.
Musical Theatre: $130/mem.,
$140/non-mem.
Register on-line at
www.silverspringscommunity.ca
starting August 1. If you have any
questions or concerns, contact us at
dancefoundation@hotmail.com
Pre Ballet (ages 3-5): Pre Ballet is for any child under 5
who likes to boogie! Based on fun and games, the kids will
improve their coordination and motor skills while meeting
new friends and learning the basis of dance!
Pre Tap (ages 3-5): Pre Tap is a class for children under 5
who would like an alternative to ballet. In this class
students will learn about rhythm while improving their
coordination skills. This is a great class for new students as
well as those who have just taken Pre Ballet.
Beginner Ballet (ages 5-7): Ballet
builds the foundation for all other
styles of dance. This class will give
dancers a little more technique in
dance without loosing the fun. This
class is great for those little ballerinas
who had one or more years in Pre
Ballet as well as new children
interested in dance.
Beginner Tap (ages 5-7): Beginner
Tap will help build the child's sense of
rhythm as well as movement. Great for
those kids who love to stomp around
and make noise! Dancers with or
without any dance experience are
welcomed.
MONDAY
3:45 – 4:30
4:30 – 5:15
5:15 – 6:00
6:00 – 6:45
SUNSET
Rhyth.Gym.
Jr. Ballet
Jr. Hip Hop
Dance Mix
MONDAY
4:00 – 4:45
4:45 – 5:15
5:15 – 6:00
SUNRISE
Beginner Jazz
Pre Ballet
Beginner Tap
WEDNESDAY
3:45 – 4:30
4:30 – 5:15
5:15 – 6:00
6:00 – 6:45
SUNSET
Jr. Jazz
Beginner Ballet
Int. Hip Hop
Dance Mix
WEDNESDAY
4:15 – 5:00
5:00 – 5:30
5:30 – 6:00
SUNRISE
Beginner Hip Hop
Pre Tap
Pre Ballet
FRIDAY
4:00 – 5:30
5:30 – 7:00
SUNSET
Jr. Musical Theatre
Sr. Musical Theatre
This is a great way to gain the basic skills of dance while
enjoying the freedom of hip hop.
Beginner Jazz (ages 5-7): Jazz is one of the most
energetic and popular forms of dance. Kids in jazz will
experience a fast and fun moving pace! Jazz training is
recommended for younger kids who are interested in
continuing onto Hip Hop. Children with little or no
training are welcomed in this class.
Jr. Musical Theatre (ages 5-9): For all the Drama Kings
and Queens, Musical Theatre will teach performers the three
basis of show business: Dance, Singing and Acting! Classes
will be split into three sections and then combined at the
end of each class to give the children an opportunity to
experience performing as a whole!
Junior Ballet (ages 7+): Like Beginner Ballet, Junior
Ballet will continue building a strong foundation for all
other types of dance. This class will offer higher-level
movement with strength building, jumping, flexibility and
routines.
**NEW** Sr. Musical Theatre (ages 10+): We have taken
the Musical Theatre class to the next level. Sr. Musical
Theatre follows the same base as Jr. Musical Theatre but
with a more mature collection of songs and dance moves.
Junior Jazz (ages 7+): This class will build on the
techniques learnt in Beginner Jazz. This class will move at
a faster pace and include more complicated steps. Great for
all those who have enjoyed the fast energetic pace of Jazz!
Rhythmic Gymnastics (ages 5+): This class is great for
all the flippers and rollers in your house. The class will
combine simple tumbling moves with jazz techniques
while moving to music. Dancers will get the opportunity
to work with gymnastic balls and ribbons.
**NEW** Beginner Hip Hop (ages 5-7): This class is
designed for your little dancers who love to move and
groove. In this class, they will learn basic hip hop dance
moves as well as how to dance to the beat of a song.
Junior Hip Hop (ages 8-10): This class is perfect for
those high-energy kids. It will combine funk, hip-hop and
basic break dancing. This class is great way to learn style
and rhythm with other kids of the same age!
Intermediate Hip Hop (ages 10-12): Intermediate Hip
Hop is the extension of Junior Hip Hop. In this class
Dancers will learn more complicated moves while
combining the old moves into new combinations. Dancers
must have completed at least two years of Junior Hip Hop
prior to entering this class.
Dance Mix (ages 10+): This class is a great combination of
a variety of different styles for those teens who love to
dance. We will be learning hip hop on Mondays and
alternative dance styles like jazz and modern on Wednesday.
GYM TOTS
For ages 18 months to 3 years. Come
join us as we climb, roll, and explore.
Parents are required to stay with their
children, and are welcome to enjoy a
coffee and conversation while their
children have the opportunity to play in
an unstructured environment.
We would need one of the parents to
volunteer to oversee the set up of the
equipment, and occasionally take it
down again when preschool is not in.
This class will only run if there is
enough interest – please call the office
if you plan on signing up!
When: Wed., 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.,
Sept. 16 – Dec. 16 (no class Nov. 11)
Cost: $32/mem., $40/non-mem., or
$3/class drop-in.
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AUGUST 2009
Community News
West Valley Softball Teams Finish
Season in the Medal Rounds of City
Championship Play
Congratulations to the West Valley (1)
Wildcats who won GOLD in Squirt
Div 1. The team coached by Jackie
Sillner and Adrien Maillot had to win
three games on Saturday (June 20,
2009) to capture the GOLD. Team
members include: Erin Biggar,
Christine Bonneau, Lauren Bowman,
Taylor Funk, Annie Hotchkiss, Joelle
Joncas, Nikki Kraus, Kristen Mosher,
Melanie Murchison, Cassandra
Sillner, Kennedy Tamishiro, Rachel
Williams and Tegan Wilson.
Congratulations to the West Valley (2)
Sliders who won SILVER in Squirt
Div 2. Team members include: Alena
Angellakis, Briar Balas, Hayley
Bonnett, Kari Calderwood, Emily
Carroll, Summar Coutney, Madison
Henderson, Shayley Keller, Courtney
Raessler, Taylor Raessler and Jayden
Wagner. Coaches: Tanya Wagner,
Paul Wagner, Dwayne Raessler and
Dan Henderson. The Sliders are also
attending Provincials in Lacombe on
July 3-5.
Congratulations to the West Valley 3
who won SILVER in Squirt Div 3.
Team members include: Gillian
Charmbury, Sarah Dalman, Brittany
Dyck, Kalista Ernest, Sara
Hetherington, Kristen Malanchuk,
Lauren Nordquist, Kirsten Palvesky,
Rebecca Shapiro, Jazlyn Skeet,
Kristen Sunstrum, and Madison Van
Dyk. Coaches: Aron Shapiro, Jackie
Skeet, Bill Malanchuk, and Tracey
Dalman.
Congratulations to the West Valley
Mayhem who won SILVER in Pee
Wee Div 1. Team members include:
Erin Anker, Claire Bonneau, Carleen
Calderwood, Jessica Collombin,
Cassidy Dever, Madison Fullerton,
Samantha Keller, Megan May,
Madison McGonigal, Alexandra
Robinson, Samantha Sirianni and
Ashley Varga. Coaches: Greg Keller,
Chad Anker, Rob Calderwood, and
Lucy Sirianni.
Congratulations to the West Valley
Bantam Lightening and the West
Valley Midget Vipers (photo below)
who both finished the season with
Silver Medals!
Community
Classifieds
Honey – Local Wild Flower: Delicious
pure clean unfiltered honey for sale in
Silver Springs. Selection includes:
Fresh raw liquid honey or the always
popular creamed honey which remains
soft indefinitely. New for this year will
be the “decadent” comb honey. 1.5 lb
(700 g) container $6 – liquid or
creamed. Call Bert at 403-286-3814
days and evenings.
Bearspaw School of Music & Art:
Serving Calgary & Area for 18 years.
Voice, Piano, Guitar, Drums, Violin,
Theory, Art, Musical Theatre, Music for
Young Children. ARMTA. MTNA.
NATS. AMEF. Quality instruction by
qualified instructors. 403-202-0429 or
www.bearspawfinearts.ca.
Drop-in Yoga Classes: starting Sept.
10th. Beginner and Restorative. Small
class size. Personal attention. Certified
Yoga Instructor. Please call Joan at
403-247-8521 or email
hedstrom@shaw.ca.
Butterfly Dayhome: Experienced,
quality love and care in Silver Springs.
Lots of fun, snacks and hot meals.
Infants to 5 years. Call 403-288-3390.
Preserve It Productions: We transfer:
Records, cassette, reel-to-reel, 8-track
tapes, Reg 8, super 8 movies, VHS,
Beta, Hi8 tapes to CD and DVD.
Reasonable rates. Call Henry at
403-288-2091 or email
hdyke@shaw.ca.
Before and After School Care – to and
from Silver Springs Elementary. For
more information please call Cara at
403-454-1511.
Gently Used Items to Sell?
Want to advertise your Home Business?
Place a classified ad for $10 for 40 words
(must have a SSCA community membership)
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AUGUST 2009
Community News
Charity Job Slides into Action!
College Pro Painters offered a very
generous donation last month in
painting the Silver Springs
Community outdoor swimming pool
building, as a charity event on
July 20, 2009.
College Pro Painters
sprayed the
brickwork and
painted the trim of
the community pool
free of charge
supplying all of the
equipment, tools and
cleaning supplies to
insure a quality job.
ICI Paints donated
all of the paint for
the job, which was
greatly appreciated.
Marlon Schultz is the
College Pro Painters franchise
manager in the Silver Springs, and he
put a lot of hard work into planning
this charity event, donating his staff
and financing the project.
“I really appreciate all of the projects
the community entrusts my crews with
every year and I wanted to give
something back to a community that
has been so good to us,” said Schultz.
“I appreciated all of the local events
and volunteer work in my community
growing up and I thought I could give
back and do something meaningful for
the families in our community,” said
Schultz.
Schultz has been the franchise
manager in Silver Springs for two
years and appreciates all of the support
he has received from the Community.
He has built a business committed to
exceeding customer satisfaction and
maintaining a high level of quality on
every job that he and his team paints.
Without the help
of the Silver
Springs
Community
Association, ICI
Paints and the
College Pro
Painters staff,
this charity event
would not have
been possible.
“I have really
enjoyed working
in this
community and
have also
enjoyed getting
to know many of its wonderful
residents as clients,” said Schultz.
College Pro Painters has been in
business for nearly 40 years and is
North America's original and most
successful student painting company
completing over 30,000 projects
annually. If you have any questions
about this project please call: 1-80032-PAINT or visit College Pro
Painters online at
www.collegepro.com.
College Pro Painters in Silver Springs
does both interior and exterior
painting. They also offer
complimentary estimations and colour
consultations. Estimates can be
requested by calling 1-800-32-PAINT
(72468). Please make a trip to the
Community Pool and see the great
paint job!
N.W. Recreation
Centre Survey
Just a reminder to provide your input
for the NW Recreation Centre
(CNRCS) Survey (ends midSeptember 2009) at the following link:
www.cnrcs.ca
Lost
Olympus FZ-230 (Silver) 7.1 mega
pixel in Kenneth Cole case. Please
call Jay Yung at 403-617-2816 or
nfsjay1020@hotmail.com if you have
any information.
Team Sports Club
Vigorous after school activity for
Grade 3 aged children. Spend the
year learning basic skills in the core
sports of basketball, volleyball and
water polo. We will also spend time
on soccer, touch rugby, handball and
self defense. Developing respect for
self, others and place is a priority.
Contact coach Gary Malcolm for more
information at 403-288-6877 or
locategary@hotmail.com.
Come join us for fitness, friends
and fun!
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OFFICIAL VOICE OF THE SILVER SPRINGS COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
SUBURBAN JOURNALS
THE SILVER SPRINGS SPIRIT
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AUGUST 2009
Community News
Friends of the Gardens of Silver Springs
(formerly Birthplace Forest committee)
We hare now having a good growing
year for all our gardens. While the late
spring slowed things down the
gardens are now looking great. The
difference between our new gardens
and those we started last year is very
noticeable. A couple more years of
maturing and they will be even better.
In addition to the creation of new
garden beds our big project this year
was the construction of a storage shed.
Ron Treleven pretty well built the
thing himself. He has spent many
hours there this year and the result is
appreciated by all of us.
We have been in a regular
maintenance schedule of Tuesday,
Thursday and Saturday mornings
starting at 10. It seems no matter how
many people show up we are able to
find work for them. The quality of the
gardens is dependent on the quantity
of volunteer time we get. If you are
willing to volunteer a couple hours
weekly for maintenance work, for the
occasional 3 hour team work party, or
for helping with administration
contact Bob Caddel (403-288-4652)
or Duncan Badger (403-286-9631).
We have a good dedicated core of
volunteers and all seem to be getting
great satisfaction out of the work. We
invite you to join us.
We have been having some problems
with vandalism. In June at the core
garden we had our Inukshuk statue
and our trellises damaged. Also more
than once we have had our rope
fencing cut. While the financial
impact is small it is disappointing to
see this lack of respect for this public
volunteer run project. I guess it is a
lesson as to what
we need to build to
protect against.
Earlier this spring
we put in a
dedication bench
near the Core
Garden. This bench
was funded in
memory of Bill
Kobes, a long time
resident of Silver Springs. We are
grateful to the Kobes family for this
donation. We could use more benches
and the cost is a fraction of the city
dedication benches, so if you are
interested please contact Duncan
Badger (403-286-9631).
We are always open to suggestions as
to our project, so if you would like to
provide some input we would be
happy to hear from you. This project
is meant to be something that all of
Silver Springs will be proud of.
Duncan Badger
Silver Springs
Birthplace Forest
Donation
Form
Silver Springs Community Association is a non-profit organization. Tax receipts are
issued for all donations. Charitable organization # 11915-0225 RR001.
The information you provide will be collected and maintained by the SSCA office in
order to facilitate communication and assist in our efforts.
I am pleased to support the Silver Springs Birthplace Forest with a donation in
the amount of:
Cheque
VISA
Mastercard
$
Credit card #:
Exp:
I wish to be listed as a donor in the Silver Springs Spirit as:
I wish to remain an Anonymous Donor.
Please send a tax
receipt made to:
Name:
Address:
City:
Province:
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THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT
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OFFICIAL VOICE OF THE SILVER SPRINGS COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
SUBURBAN JOURNALS
THE SILVER SPRINGS SPIRIT
Community News
Crowchild Skating Club
AUGUST 2009
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OFFICIAL VOICE OF THE SILVER SPRINGS COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
SUBURBAN JOURNALS
THE SILVER SPRINGS SPIRIT
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AUGUST 2009
Community News
Basketball 2009/10 Registration
Registration for the 2009/2010
Basketball Season is available now
at www.silverspringscommunity.ca
Registration
Silver Springs Basketball is the home
club for all players from Arbour Lake,
Bowness, Lynx Ridge, Bearspaw,
Rocky Ridge, Royal Oak, Scenic
Acres, Silver Springs, Tuscany and
Valley Ridge who want to play in the
Calgary Minor Basketball Association
program in 2009-10. The program has
been administered by Silver Springs
Community Association for many
years. All programs run from
September to March and are subject to
adequate enrollment and volunteer
support. To register online, go on to
www.silverspringscommunity.ca You
can also register at the Silver Springs
Community Center (5720 Silver
Ridge Drive) or call 403-288-2616.
Volunteers
All basketball programs are offered
for our children by volunteers. Help,
both on and off the court, is essential
to the continuation of the program. As
part of the registration process, every
parent will have to commit to a
volunteer role or task and provide a
$50 volunteer deposit, which will be
cashed if the volunteer role or task is
not performed. Contact Steve at
239-0637 or Janice at 288-2616 to
let us know how you can help.
Programs Offered
Learn-to-Play, for ages 5-6,
introduces players to the game of
basketball. Dribbling, passing, and
shooting skills will be taught in fun
and engaging ways and there will be
lots of time for wide-open and
creative game play. 1-hour LTP
session will be run on Friday nights
using 6' nets and Size 5 balls. Players
are given a program T-shirt that is
theirs to keep.
Tyke, for ages 7-8, is a 5-team house
league that takes players a step closer
to CMBA-level basketball, with a
continued emphasis on fun and skill
development. There is more structured
game play that minimizes bench time,
consistently calls basic infractions,
and provides collaborative coaching
on court. Time is allotted for intrasquad practices and both intra-squad
and inter-squad game play. Tyke
sessions are run on Friday nights
using 8' nets and Size 5 balls. Players
are given a team T-shirt that is theirs
to keep.
Calgary Minor Basketball
Association (CMBA), for ages 9 and
up, starts with player evaluations
followed by player placement on
tiered teams that play inter-community
basketball. Practices are held on
weeknights in communities within our
registration area and most games are
played on Saturdays throughout
Calgary with some games on Friday
nights at higher age levels. Players in
or going into high school can play
community basketball until December
1, 2009. Players making their high
school teams become ineligible to
play community basketball and partial
refunds are issued on request. Players
provide a uniform deposit and are
issued full uniforms for return at
yearend. Depending on age, play is on
8½' or 10' nets and use Size 5, 6 or 7
balls.
Registration Requirements
!Fee payment for online registration is
with credit card only. If registering in
person, cheques or cash are accepted
(at the Silver Springs office, 5720
Silver Ridge Drive).
!All players must hold a current
community association membership
in their community of residence. You
may also purchase an associate
membership in Silver Springs as an
alternative.
!Registration forms and fees must
have been received before June 15,
2009 to be guaranteed placement on a
team. A late registration fee of $15 is
charged after August 1st.
!Refunds, less a 20% administration
fee, are provided if requested before
September 15, 2009. Refunds are
only provided after September 15 for
medical reasons and these requests
must be accompanied by a doctor's
note.
!Uniform deposits (if applicable) and
volunteer deposits are automatically
processed on April 30, 2010 if
uniforms aren't returned or volunteer
commitments haven't been met.
Program
Learn-to Play
Year
Born
Program
Fee
Uniform
Deposit
Volunteer
Deposit
2004-2003
$150
n/a
$50
Tyke
2002-2001
$175
n/a
$50
Mini
2000-1999
$300
$75
$50
Bantam
1998-1997
$300
$75
$50
Midget
Juvenile
Junior
1996-1995
$300
$75
$50
1994-1993
$300
$75
$50
1992-1991
$300
$75
$50
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OFFICIAL VOICE OF THE SILVER SPRINGS COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
SUBURBAN JOURNALS
THE SILVER SPRINGS SPIRIT
23
AUGUST 2009
School News
Silver Springs Preschool
School's out for Summer! It's the end
of another year and what a fantastic
year it was! I'm confident in saying
that everyone had a ton of fun and
discovered the art of learning through
play at the Silver Springs Preschool.
Without the Teachers and Assistants
enthusiasm and compassion for our
children the preschool would not be
the success it is. Therefore, we would
like to take this opportunity to thank
them all for their hard work. Mrs.
Gloria Reid, Mrs. Hannah Pauls, Mrs.
Monica Morin, Mrs. Lynn Fasano and
Mrs. Julie McLeod all did an
outstanding job.
Orientation night for 2009/10 is
September 3rd in the Sunset Room
upstairs in the Silver Springs
Community Centre starting at 8 pm.
As the first days of preschool are an
exciting time for both the parents and
the child, orientation night is designed
specifically for the parents/caregiver
and preschooler. It is at this meeting
where many unanswered questions are
answered and everyone has a chance
to tour the facility (school) and meet
the teachers and their assistants.
Play Dough
Therefore, it is recommended that
other arrangements be made for
siblings during this time.
If you are currently registered in the
2009/10 school term you will be
receiving a welcoming letter from the
Silver Springs Preschool chair, Stacy
Page, outlining detailed information
about your child's specific start date.
You should receive this letter by late
July. If you are interested in learning
more about the Silver Springs
Preschool please contact myself,
Laura Crant, laura_crant@yahoo.ca or
visit our web page site at
www.silverspringspreschool.com.
Have a safe and happy summer! We
look forward to welcoming everyone
in September!
Laura Crant,
Marketing & Advertising, Registrar
Silver Springs
Preschool
Silver Springs
Community Centre
5720 Silver Ridge Dr NW
Offering programs for
3 & 4 year olds
•Qualified and accredited teachers
and assistants
•Field trips and special events
•Children learn through play
•Allergy awareness
•Permanent location with excellent
facilities
•Children from all communities
welcome
•Parent volunteering in class is
optional
REGISTRATION IS ONGOING
please call Laura at 403-697-3285.
!1 cup all–purpose flour (250 mL)
!1 tbsp canola oil (15 mL)
!1 cup water in which a few drops
of food colouring have been
mixed (250 mL)
!1/2 tsp salt (2 mL)
!2 tsp creme of tartar (10 mL)
In a large
saucepan,
mix the
flour,
creme of
tartar and
salt. Blend
the food colouring into the water
until a darker version of desired
colour is achieved. Whisk coloured
water into dry ingredients. Place
saucepan on burner set over
medium heat. Using a wooden or
melamine spoon, stir mixture
constantly to prevent sticking. The
mixture will be soupy for several
minutes and very quickly stick
together and can be stirred into a
ball. When it thickens, remove the
saucepan from heat and continue
stirring. Turn the hot ball out onto a
lightly–floured surface, and begin
kneading. Knead the dough as it
cools, and until it is smooth.
This recipe makes nice soft dough
which keeps well when placed in a
covered container, in the
refrigerator or freezer. Use it as a
play–dough or to sculpt small
objects which can be air-dried until
hard. When dry, sculptures may be
painted with acrylic/tempera paints.
Finish by painting with a
water–based sealer.
* Taken from Alberta Canola Producers
Commission website
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OFFICIAL VOICE OF THE SILVER SPRINGS COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
SUBURBAN JOURNALS
THE SILVER SPRINGS SPIRIT
25
AUGUST 2009
In Our City
Alderman Report
Off Leash Dog Areas within Calgary
The City of Calgary has launched an
electronic map (eMap) showcasing the
138 off-leash dog areas within the city.
The site can be obtained through
calgary.ca/parks or direct at
http://emaps.calgary.ca/asp/emaps.asp.
The map was initiated in an effort to
encourage better access for Calgarians
concerning locations of off-leash
areas. Calgarians can explore the
interactive map and find an off -leash
area by searching on community,
address or street name, or simply by
clicking on the paw icon on the list of
Facilities and Amenities to find all offleash areas across the city.
Calgary eMaps make available
information on numerous assorted
facilities and amenities in the city, as
well as city parks, hospitals, arenas
and the most recent feature - the offleash dog areas. For more information,
call 3-1-1 or visit calgary.ca/parks.
City Gives $5.96 Million to Calgary
Homeless Foundation
The City of Calgary has given to the
Calgary Homeless Foundation (CHF)
a grant of $5.96 million to obtain/
construct affordable housing units for
Calgarians who are homeless or at risk
of being homeless. The grant is part of
the Alberta Government's Municipal
Block Funding Grant for capital
development of affordable housing.
The Calgary Homeless Foundation
(CHF) is a nonprofit organization.
The Calgary
Homeless
Foundation is
leading the
implementation of
Calgary's 10 Year
Plan to End
Homelesness,
which was released
in January, 2008.
The Foundation is
moving forward on
the Plan in
partnership with
many homeless
serving agencies,
the private sector,
government
partners, the faith
community, other
foundations and all
citizens in a
concerted effort to
end homelessness
in Calgary.
Volunteer for The
Military Museums
The Military Museums is currently
seeking volunteers to provide
assistance in all areas of the museum.
Specific areas include:
!Artifact Handling program
!Museum Hosts
!Gallery Tour Guide
!Gift Shop attendants
!Special Events
All volunteers must have excellent
communication skills and enjoy
working with children and the public.
Some of the many benefits that you
will receive as a volunteer include:
!Free membership to the museum,
lecture series, and select specific
events
!Free subscription to Honour Magazine
!Access to volunteer-only events and
recognition
!Invaluable work experience in areas of
the museum that interest you
If you would like to be part of The
Military Museums, please email
estelle@themilitarymuseums.ca or
visit www.themilitarymuseums.ca.
Toast 'n' Jam
Friday August 7, 2009
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Canada Olympic Park (Festival Tent)
88 Canada Olympic Drive S.W.
Toast 'n' Jam is Calgary's biggest
youth battle of the bands. The event
runs rain or shine and is free to attend!
Check out Calgary.ca/toastnjam for
further information!
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OFFICIAL VOICE OF THE SILVER SPRINGS COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
SUBURBAN JOURNALS
THE SILVER SPRINGS SPIRIT
27
AUGUST 2009
In Our City
Animal & Bylaw Services
Wild Weeds and Overgrown Grass
With summer in full swing, many
Calgarians are slowing down and
getting into relaxation mode. While
you are out on the deck this summer,
remember to take time out to keep
your lawn looking good. By
following a few simple guidelines,
you can ensure that you stay in
compliance with Calgary's
Community Standards Bylaws.
Keep your lawn shorter than six
inches in length
!This reduces fire hazards, prevents
infestations of mice and rodents and
maintains community pride.
!Three inches is the perfect length –
your lawn won't get scorched by the
sun and reduces the amount of
watering necessary.
Care for areas adjacent to
your property
!Areas adjacent to your property,
including back alleys and boulevards,
are the home owner's responsibility.
Keep the lawn mowed and ensure
that weeds are under control.
Calgary NW
Keep weeds under control and
prevent them from spreading to
other properties
!Regular lawn maintenance will help
reduce weeds.
!Consider pest-free options. For
more ideas go to calgary.ca/parks.
Check out the healthy yards program
under the community initiatives
section.
Keep up your property – even when
you're not there
!Lawn maintenance is important –
even when you are on vacation. Ask
a friend or neighbour to take care of
your yard while you're away.
!Landlords are ultimately responsible
for their properties. Make an
agreement with your tenants to
ensure that your property complies
with the bylaws.
By following these simple steps, you
and your neighbours will enjoy the
outdoors in a safe, pleasant and
nuisance-free environment.
For more information, call 3-1-1 or
visit Calgary.ca and search
“Community
Standards Bylaw.”
Royal Canadian
Air Cadets
Are you between the ages of 12 and
19 and interested in learning the skills
of flying? Are you looking to make
new friends while learning valuable
skills? Then Air Cadets might just be
the youth program you are looking for.
781 "Calgary" Squadron was founded
and remains in the heart of Northwest
Calgary and has a membership of
more than 100 cadets. Regular
parades (meetings) are held
Wednesday evenings from 6:30 p.m.
to 9:30 p.m. Cadets participate in
activities like gliding, flying, camping,
and survival training.
Come to our offices located in the
Vocational Research and
Rehabilitation Research Institute
(V.R.R.I.), 3304-33 St NW, on
Wednesday September 9 at 7:00 p.m.
with your birth certificate, Alberta
Health Care Card and your parent or
guardian for a new recruit
presentation.
For more information visit our
website, www.781aircadets.ca.
Art Eggleton, former Minister of
National Defense
Program Includes:
Total Fitness Transformation:
• TRX Training
• Light weight training
• Fitness Kickboxing
• Obstacle Course
• Short distance running
• Core Conditioning
4-Week Fitness Program
- One-Hour A Day • Drop those unwanted pounds
of body fat!
• Increase your strength
• Look and feel great!
• All for less than $15 a day!
Year Round programming
Register online at www.CalgaryNWBootCamp.com
or call 403-608-5810
Czapski
rczapski@royallepage.ca