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Edgemont Community Association
33 Edgevalley Circle NW, T3A 4X1
Phone 403-239-1211  Fax 403-547-5799
Email edgemont@telus.net  Web www.edgemont.ab.ca
Business Hours: Monday to Friday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Board & Staff
Elaine Scobie
Barb Elms
Angelina Rahimi
Wally Loose
Karen Wallace
Mamta Deshwar
Jeff Edwards
Elspeth Kirk
Barbara Meehan
Beverley Johnson
Walter Wakula
Henry Chan
Bill Kirk
Terry Wong
Christine Rutledge
Chakita Shankar
Chelanne Murphy
President
Building Administration
Area Planning
Director, Treasurer
Secretary
Sports
Social / Volunteers
Communications
Office Administrator
Office Administrator
Director at Large
Director at Large
Director at Large
Director at Large
Edgemont Elementary School Liason
Sir Winston Churchill School Liaison
Mother Mary Greene Liaison
Community Police Liaison
Web Page
Basketball
Soccer
Cst. Roy Moe
Cody Giles
Heather Finch
Christine Rutledge
Outdoor Soccer
Karate
Casino
Scouts
Hockey/Ringette
Tom Baines Jr. High Rep
Tom Baines Jr. High Rep
Nadia
Doug
Marty Evans
Ross Laurie
Gary Miller
Riya Garg
Fazeela Mulji
president@edgemont.ab.ca
buildingadmin@edgemont.ab.ca
areaplanning@edgemont.ab.ca
treasurer@edgemont.ab.ca
secretary@edgemont.ab.ca
mamtadeshwar@gmail.com
jeff@nwcchurch.ca
elspeth.kirk@gmail.com
edgemont@telus.net
edgemon2@telus.net
403-239-1211
403-239-1211
wskirk@gmail.com
Other Contacts
rmoe@calgarypolice.ca
c.giles011@gmail.com
www.edgemontbasketball.com
edgemont.soccer@gmail.com
www.edgemontsoccer.ca
nrsoccer@telus.net
www.seiwakai.ca
casino@edgemont.ab.ca
403 560 4508
403 208 8778
403 241 7928
Edgemont Community Centre
Need a special event room?
The Panorama Room
Capacity 200
Beautiful mountain view
Landscaped gardens
 Full kitchen facilities attached
 Round tables, upholstered seating
The Mountain View Room
Capacity 70
Mountain view
Wood floor
 Upholstered seating
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For more information call
403-239-1211
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PRESIDENT’S
MESSAGE
Here we are in March already! It’s St. Patrick’s Day, and
it’s the Ides of March, but, more importantly, and may I
say “Hallelujah!”, it’s the official end of winter. And then
there’s Good Friday and Easter Sunday. We know that
any cold snap won’t last long and that any dump of
snow will be flowing down the street in a couple of days.
You have about 2 minutes of peace between your kids’
winter sports ending and the spring season beginning.
You can forgive your friends who got a winter getaway
to somewhere warm, because it’s all pretty bearable
now that the hours of daylight have caught up with the
hours of dark.
At the ECA we’ve had some great successes. We were
a sponsor of Edgemont’s second Culture Night, now
called 1World, which was hosted by Mother Mary
Edgemont Community
Association
Annual
General
Meeting
Wednesday, April 10th
Mountain View Room
Registration begins at 7:00 pm
Meeting at 7:30 pm
All Edgemont Residents Welcome
Light Refreshments will be served.
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Greene School this year. The number of sponsors has
grown, the attendance was awesome and the event was
a worthy celebration of the vast cultural wealth of our
community. The Chinese Elderly Citizens kicked it all off
with a flash mob, and if Chinese seniors line-dancing to
“Achy Breaky Heart” isn’t a melding of cultures, I don’t
know what is! It just kept rolling from there. Next month
we will have a complete list of sponsors and supporters
in the Inside Edge – watch for it and remember to support the businesses that support the Community!
We have a new member on our Board! Angelina Rahimi
joined the board at our January meeting and brings
particular expertise in city planning. Welcome Angelina!
Our Christmas Hampers were a great success once
again. The February Inside Edge acknowledged the
contributors, but Wally and Leatta Loose were missed
on that list. This gives me an opportunity to particularly
mention that Wally and Leatta have come through for
the community time and again. We are very lucky to
have them. Thank you!
We are in the thick of planning the celebration of Edgemont’s 35th year. Watch the April Inside Edge for more
information on that. The Annual General Meeting is on
April 10. I hope to see you there. The Agenda is somewhere in this issue. The meeting is really quite interesting as you get to catch up with your neighbours, tell the
board and your Alderman what you’re thinking about,
become part of the board in a fit of goodwill, and we
feed you if you last to the end.
We’ve applied for another Community Clean Up to be
held on May 11th. Call the office if you’d like to volunteer. If it snows this year, I’m all for lighting a bonfire.
This is on the Mother’s Day Weekend, and, speaking as a
Mother, there are a lot of boxes with bows on that won’t
make me as happy as getting a rid of a stack of junk. Not
all boxes with bows, mind you.
My deadline and bedtime are looming, so I’ll just say
“Happy March”! Oh yes, and remember to set your
clocks ahead on March 10.
Elaine Scobie
president@edgemont.ab.ca
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1 World Cultural Event
31 January at Mother Mary
Greene School
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Edgemont Community Association
Annual General
Meeting
Wednesday, April 10, 2013
Agenda
Consider
The Edgemont Community Centre
(amended)
Registration: 7:00 pm
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Call 403-239-1211 for more details
The Panorama Room Capacity 200
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Landscaped gardens
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 Round tables, upholstered seating
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1.Call to order (7:30pm)
2.Adoption of Agenda
3.Review and Approval of Minutes of 2012 AGM
4.Special Guests
a. Councilor Gael McLeod, Ward 4
b. Cst. Roy Moe, Calgary Police Service Commu
nity Liaison
c. Paul Sinclair, Northwest Rec Centre
d. Ginger DeBoni –Phase 1 playground
5.Committee Presentations
a. Area Planning – Bev Johnson
b. Building Administration – Barb Elms
c. Casino – Marty Evans
d. Communications –Elspeth Kirk
e. Finance –
i. Wally Loose - Presentation of 2012
Audited Financial Statements
ii. Walter Wakula – ECA Business Plan
Project
f. Hampers – Barbara Meehan
g. Edgemont @ 35 – Terry Wong
h. Sports – Mamta Deshwar
i. Volunteer Coordinator – Jeff Edwards
j. Schools
k. Community & Neighbourhood Services –
Angela Williams
6.Election of 2012-13 Board of Directors
7.Adjournment
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WHAT’S
HAPPENING
AT ECA
Learn Spanish
Take the challenge of learning Spanish.
For details, pricing and class schedules,
visit www.spanishmania.ca
403-475-6162
Toastmasters
Every Saturday from 9:30 to 11:30
Contact bdaniel@ualberta.net for info
Scouts
Contact Ross at 403-208-8778
Edgemont EduSarc is a before and
after school age program servicing
the Edgemont School.
Please call Judy at 403-241-0131
or email edusarc@gmail.com.
Alcoholics Anonymous
Call ECA at 403-239-1211 for info
First Serve Tennis
Beginner Tennis lessons for youth, Fridays
The Casey O'Loughlin
Contact Jeff @403-441-6870
Academy of Irish Dance
Saturday mornings, 9:15 am- 1 0:00am
Rhythmic Gymnastics
for ages 4 and up
Wednesdays
For more information or to register,
h.palmer@shaw.ca for info
go to: www.caseyacademy.com
Karate
Flourish Yoga
Youth and Adults
Yoga classes for youth and teens
Contact Doug at 403-560-4508
Homeschool, Afterschool and Teen Classes
Northwest Community Church
Contact Krista at 403.874.4127
(nwcchurch.ca)
Check out the schedule at:
Service every Sunday at 1O:30AM
www.flourishyoga.ca
Contact Pastor Jeff Edwards @ 403-616-6480
Other programs include preschool sports,
Philatelic Society
Basketball, soccer, tutoring
Youth stamp collecting
Contact ECA at 403-239-1211 for info
Meets 2nd Saturday/month
The City of God Ministry
Contact ECA at 403-239-1211
Sundays, 2 PM ESL &Financial counseling
No Job is too Small!
Contact Pastor Praise 403-402-2441
One Step Ahead Dance Studio
Ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop Adult and youth
Contact Melinda @ 403-247-3607
Community Meeting
Off-Leash Parks in Edgemont
The City, the Community Association and the Alderman’s
office have heard from residents
regarding the Off-leash Park in
Edgemont, on Edgedale Drive.
This feedback gives us a lot of
information to work with. Recommendations for future uses in
the park will be shared with the
community and residents in April,
2013. Please watch future CA
newsletters for details including the time and location of the
meeting.
Edgemont Community
Association
Annual General Meeting
Wednesday, April 10th
Mountain View Room
Registration begins at 7:00 pm
Meeting at 7:30 pm
All Edgemont Residents Welcome
Light Refreshments will be served.
DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME
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Do you know that Calgary Public Library has many resources on Nose Hill Park? Nose Hill Library, in particular,
has a significant section on the Park for which the Branch
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You can search the catalogue online at www.calgarypubliclibrary.com and find many titles about the Park. I
came across familiar topics, such as tipi rings, orienteering, parks and pathways. Both Beryl Hallworth’s Nose Hill
(a popular guide) and Jill Kirker’s Exploring Nose Hill (a
hands-on field guide) are very useful for outings. A more
recent title in this category is Calgary’s Natural Parks:
Yours to Explore, by Jim Foley. The Calgary Field Naturalists (Nature Calgary) has contributed much time and
effort on Nose Hill observations.
If you are a specialist, then the Biophysical and Land Use
Inventory is for you. More on this is found in the Natural
Areas Management Plan, the Master Plan Review, and
an Environmental Impact Study done for a Storm Water
Pond (Reservoir). For a History buff, the Centennial Project (interpretive signs) and a Household Survey of Calgarians will give you new insights about the park.
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City Biodiversity Report which, we hope, will contain a
generous selection of full-colour photographs of our
beloved Park. Nose Hill Park: Reflections expresses these
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A Message from your Volunteer Coordinator
There are so many good things going on in Edgemont, I
don’t know where to start; perhaps with the brand new
thing…
Playground by the Rink
Planning has begun to upgrade the playground next to
the skating rink (at Edgemont Drive and Edgemont Hill)!
Ginger DeBoni is the wonderful person who is heading up the group to organize this. She is thinking more
modern, more age appropriate, and rust-free! Many
Edgemontonians use the park regularly and many of us
visit John Laurie Park for various sports. Is anyone else
interested in helping? Now that Ginger has met with
the city, the next step is fundraising. Then it will be planning and designing. If you’d like to help, email Ginger at
gingerbrie@gmail.com.
Lots of Volunteers!
Each week, volunteers are coming forward. Thank you!
Welcome to Angelina Rahimi who just volunteered
to help the ECA board with Area Planning. And thanks
again to Karen Wallace who stepped up to take on the
Secretary role. Thanks to John Pratt and Barry Uptigrove who have done small maintenance jobs around
the community centre. And I’ve got new volunteers for
food bank deliveries on Friday mornings (but still can
use more please). I get calls/emails every week about
volunteering in the neighbourhood. This is really encouraging… I love our community spirit!
Edgemont Clean-up, Serve Day, and Community
Garage Sale
Mark your calendars for May 11. That’s the Saturday
planned for a party in the community centre parking lot
with garbage trucks, recycle stations, a community garage sale, and volunteer work crews in the neighbourhood. Please contact me (or re-contact me to remind
me) if you are interested in helping. We’ll be putting out
the ECA event signs for this to remind you, and we need
a volunteer to do that too!
Keep loving your community,
Jeff Edwards • 403-616-6480 • jeff@nwcchurch.ca
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SENIOR’S FOLLIES at Heritage Park! Come and join
9 & 10.
Call SSCA
at 403-288-2616
for more
fellow
55+ community
members
International
Cooking
Class on Thursday March
provided.
The
top three players
andinformation
the lowest scorer
or to book an appointment. Returns will be processed
7th
for
lunch
and
entertainment!
Cost
of
$32
includes
February 1 – March 1 (4 classes, no class Feb 15)
are rewarded at the end of the afternoon.
by CA’s and CA student volunteers.
round
trip –transportation,
luncheon and entertain11:30 am
1:30 pm
ment. Lunch will consist of Gingered Carrot Soup with
Below
is an overview
of all the regular programs provided
Edgemont Community Centre $70 + GST (member)
Bollywood
Dancing
Dill Cream - Rosemary Lemon Chicken with Butternut
by the
6 member
Community
Associations. Please note
$75
(non-member)
Instructor
Urvashi
Sabharwal
Squash Risotto and Roasted Parsnips - Sticky Toffee
dropTuesdays,
in fees apply
for02
the- majority
these
Join
us
for
a
2
hour
hands
on
class
where
each
week
we
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Apr.
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hourprograms.
classes)
Pudding with Warm Caramel Sauce –Coffee and Tea.
Silver Springs (SSCA) 403.288.2616
make
a different International
dish.
Relax after
enjoy
1:00 - 2:00 pm
Bus
pick-up/drop-off
will be in the
Crowchild
Twinand
Are•Zumba Toning Gold- Mondays 1:15 – 2:15 pm
na
parking
Please
SACA at scenicacresca@
your
sushi,lot.
Thai
beefcontact
with cucumber
salad, baklava and •MahPhoenix
Room 1 – 3:30pm
Jong- Thursdays
shaw.ca
or soup.
403-547-9589 to register.
won-ton
$50 (Min
Max 20)
•Seniors
Yoga-5Fridays
11am – 12pm Register now for
Bollywood
Dancing
- Come
and14
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your
hand
the
upcoming
sessionApr.
12 - Jun.
Cost:
$80(and hips)
SIGNATURE EVENT! The Varsity CA is hosting a St. Pat-
Conversational
at the
popular
new Indian dance trend - Bollywood! Our
rick’s
Day Comedy English
Dinner Show!! Join us for the hilariVarsity
(VCA)
403.288.9001
January
March
14 (8 classes,
no class
Feb.
14)
60
year
old
instructor
been
for decades and
ous
antics17
of–Brian
Stollery
the winner
of XM
Satellite
•Senior Fitness: Mon. & Wed:has
9:15
a.m.dancing
- 10:15 am
Radio’s
‘Canada’s Next Top Comic’. Brian has also per1 – 3 pm
her
classical
Indian
dance
training
changes
•Canasta and Bridge: Mondays 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 pm with the
formed
at various
festivalsCentre
including
‘CBC(member)
Winnipeg
•Ladies
Bridge: Wednesdays
12:30
p.m. - 3:00
pm
Edgemont
Community
$75the
+ GST
versatility
of all the new
moves.
Expressive
hand and
Comedy
Festival’
and
‘Global
Comedy
Fest’
in
Vancouver.
•Other
Programs:
Red
Hatters
&
Good
Samaritan
$80 (member)
body actions involving yoga movements make this a
The menu for the evening will consist of Garden Salad,
Are you a someone who would like to learn to speak Dalhousie
beautiful
dance
to learn and to watch.
(DCA)
403.286.2555
Roasted Filet Mignon with Béarnaise Sauce, Roasted
•Zumba Gold - Tuesdays, 9:15-10:15 am
English.
Come
join
this
friendly
group
and
practice
Potatoes & Fresh Vegetables and Cheesecake Surprise
enunciation,
general conversation and small talk in a Please
Beginner
call DCAScrapbooking
directly for more information on their
for
dessert.
supportive environment.
Instructor
Suzanne
Morse
Cribbage
Group–and
other 55+
focused activities.
Date:
Saturday March 16, 2013
Time:
5:00 - 6:00 pm
Cash Bar
Wednesdays Jan. 13 - Feb. 17 (6 - 2 hr. classes)
Edgemont (ECA) 403.241.9493
6:00 - 7:30 pm
Dinner
Discover Line Dance
10:00 am -12:00 noon
•Senior’s Fitness: Tuesdays & Thursday 10 to 11am
7:30
8:30
pm
Comedy
Show
Tuesdays 1:30 – 2:30 pm
Phoenix Room
Cost:
$55/person
Montgomery
(MCA)(Min
403.247.3116
Feb. 2 – March 23 (8 weeks)
$50 + supplies
5 Max 10)
Contact Ann Wohlers at the Varsity Community Centre
•Senior’s Social Last Monday of the Month 1 to 3pm
Edgemont
Community
Centre
$58
+
GST
(member)
$63
Beginner
Scrapbooking
- Learn how to scrapbook
for more information vcapros@telus.net or call the office
Scenic
Acres
(SACA)
403.547.9589
(non
member)
all
those
beautiful
memories
of your children and
at 403-288-9001.
Social Coffee Craft
Club:class
Mondays
Noondifferent
Beginner Line Dance Lessons for Guys and Girls. Have •Ladies
grandchildren.
At each
you 9am
will to
learn
•Movie Night: Please call the office as the day of the
fun, keep fit and sharpen the mind.
scrapbooking techniques. By the end of the program
week varies
Dance to Popular, Country and Latin Music. No partner •Single
youLadies
will take
a personally
mini-album.
The
Gethome
Together:
2nd & 4thcrafted
Tuesday
of the
required, wear non-marking shoes.
instructor
will
bring
needed
supplies
to
each
class.
Month 10:30am to Noon
•Book Club: 1st Tuesday of the Month 1:00pm to 3:00pm
NEW!
Alberta
•Walking
Club: Wednesdays
9:15am
Self Defence
for Men at
& Women
Dalhousie Community Centre
Health
•SAFFLES
(Bridge,
Cards,
Games
& Conversation)
Instructor – Elizabeth Harriman-Crooks
AAA Program
OffAgent
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Authorized
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Wednesdays
12:45
to
3:45pm
Mondays, Jan. 11 - Feb. 08
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•Cards & Games Evening: 1st & 3rd Thursday from 7:00 to
9:00 - 10:00 am (5 - 1 hr. classes)
Cribbage (Drop in)
9:00pm
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Self-Defence for Men & Women - Learn the ABC’s of
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Service Hours:
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Monday-Friday
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in which
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Edgemont @ 35 Years
for Edgemont also included acres
of green spaces and miles of walking paths in 6.6 square kilometers of
area, along with convenience stores,
a health club, schools and restaurants. As the home sites were developed, the style and affordability
of homes widened so that a person
or family could choose from an array
of possibilities from a starter condominium to a million-dollar estate.
It was in 1978 that Carma Developers (now Brookfield Residential
Properties) envisioned a new community called Edgemont. Unlike its
closest northwest neighbour, Dalhousie, the first phase of Edgemont
was going to offer bigger homes
with attached garages and beautiful views of the Rockies. The plans
Now, here we are 35 years later and
it’s time for us to celebrate the fantastic place to live Edgemont has
become. Evergreens and deciduous
trees planted over the years have
grown and natural areas, allowed
to mature, continue to display their
colourful wild flowers, returning
every year. The neighbourhood
has welcomed people from far and
wide, providing us with a rich cul-
tural heritage. Along most of the
way, the Edgemont Community Association has represented us and
given us a conduit in which to play
team sports, to meet for shared interests and associations and to simply stumble upon our fellow neighbours.
The ECA believes it’s a great time
to mark this noteworthy Anniversary in the life of our community.
Early in the fall, we will be looking
for your involvement and support
for a neighbourhood fête that will
include activities for every resident.
Please call our Volunteer Coordinator, Jeff Edwards, 403-616-6480 to
help.
Elspeth Kirk
Questions or comments?
elspeth.kirk@gmail.com
RECYCLING/COMMUNITY CLEAN-UP DAY
VOLUNTEERS REQUIRED
SATURDAY, MAY 11, 2013
at the Edgemont Community Centre
33 Edgevalley Circle NW
9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
The City of Calgary provides a rear-end loader truck which will be parked for the day at
the Community Association. Residents get to fill it! NOTE: We will also be accepting
e-cycle, however no batteries, paint or microwaves.
We will need 15-20 volunteers to help out that day. Please call Barb Meehan at the
ECA office 403-239-1211 or our volunteer coordinator, Jeff Edwards, 403-616-6480
and volunteer some time that day.
$5 DROP-OFF CHARGE
FREE WITH ECA MEMBERSHIP CARD
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“For thousands of homeowners, polybutylene
plumbing has become a recurring nightmare.”
- Ed Bradley, CBS-60 Minutes
Polybutylene (also known as PB or Poly-B) pipe is a
flexible, grey pipe that was used in several million homes
built from 1970 to the mid-1990s. Due to problems with
leaks, Poly-B water pipes are no longer accepted by
United States or Canadian building codes and have been
the subject of class action lawsuits in both countries.
Poly-B fails without warning because it breaks down
from the inside of the pipe over time, which can result
in sudden catastrophic damage or severe structural
damage including mold if a pipe has been leaking for
some time without detection. The older the pipe, the
more likely it is to fail. Not replacing Poly-B in a home
has a 60% probability of failure within 20 years, which
further increases over time.
Modern West Contracting Inc. specializes in the
complete turn-key removal of Poly-B in your home by a
professional, courteous, and experienced team including
a Master Plumber. Replacing this pipe in your home will
protect your investment and your personal belongings,
save thousands on repairs, and add significant value to
your property.
Call today to schedule your FREE consultation & evaluation
Erwin Knoll
Modern West Contracting Inc.
Specializing in Repipe, Boilers &
Custom Home Renovations
403-988-5945
“Making your home better than new!”
Tip of the Month
for healthier relationships
Empathy – Identifying How
Others Feel
Empathy: the capacity to recognize emotions that are
being experienced by another (Wikipedia)
: the ability to identify with and understand somebody
else’s feelings or difficulties (Encarta dictionary).
Having empathy does not necessarily mean we agree
or believe, but that we understand and recognize
where someone else is coming from, that we can feel
their emotions. To empathize does not cause us to lose
or minimize our own feelings or struggles, it does not
mean that we are wrong or right, it means we can feel
what others feel, that we hurt when they hurt.
When we empathize with someone we cannot ignore
their plight, we cannot minimize their experiences;
when we show empathy to someone we are in conflict
with, we begin to understand rather than judge.
Approach your next difficult or argumentative conversation with empathy, with a willingness to feel what
they are feeling. Before you defend your position, listen
to understand theirs because things are often not as
they first appear.
“You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view... Until you climb inside
of his skin and walk around in it.” - Harper Lee, To Kill a
Mockingbird
Jan McInnis, RSW Cert Mediator/Negotiator
Repipe, Boilers & Custom Home Renovations
“Making your home better than new”
ANY HOUSING
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Girl Guides in YOUR Community
Nitanisak District Girl Guides
Who are we – Nitanisak District Girl Guides live in the
communities of Edgemont, Evanston, Hamptons, Hidden Valley, Hanson Ranch, Kincora, Sherwood, Nolan
Hill and Sage Hill/Meadows. We have units for all age
groups – Sparks (ages 5-6), Brownies (ages 7-8), Guides
(ages 9-12), Pathfinders (ages 12-15) and Rangers (ages
15-17). See www.girlguides.ca for more information.
ONLINE Registration – This spring (April/May) girls
across Alberta will be registering online. If you would
like to register your daughter in Girl Guides starting in
September 2013, or for more information please visit
this link https://register.girlguides.ca/OnlineReg.
Program – Our weekly unit meetings will soon be ending as the end of the Guiding year is fast approaching.
We end our year in early May with Advancement so that
the girls can go out and enjoy local community spring
sports programs. But all of our units do have a spring
camp planned in either May or June – even the Sparks!
Many units will also be participating in Spring Community Clean-up campaigns, so watch for our girls in your
community picking up litter this spring.
Cookies – Spring cookies are the traditional cookies we
all know and love – chocolate and vanilla. A box of sandwich cookies costs $5.00 and will be sold both door to
door and in local community stores such as Canadian
Tire –Beacon Hill and Superstore – Edgemont from
March to May. Help support Girl Guide programming by
buying a box of cookies!
Could you be a leader?
As many of our units will almost be full with existing
girls reregistering.... consider being a leader so we may
have the opportunity to open more units and make
Guiding accessible to all girls and to eliminate wait lists.
You can become a Girl Guide leader even if you don’t
have a daughter in Girl Guides! Relatives such as aunts,
cousins, grandmas, or even university students can become leaders, and volunteer experience looks great on
a resume! No previous experience is required and training is offered through Girl Guides to help you become a
great leader.
Why Become a Girl Guide Leader?
For women, Guiding is a chance to be part of their community by helping girls develop their potential. It’s a
place for personal growth, mentoring and travel opportunities.
The widest range of activities of any extracurricular
program for girls and of any volunteer experience for
women. Guiding is unique in the breadth of its focus,
which ranges from leadership development to global
awareness to environmental stewardship.
Belonging to the world’s largest organization of girls
and women, the World Association of Girl Guides and
Girl Scouts (WAGGGS).
The chance to challenge yourself with the emotional
safety that can only come from an all-girl environmentand you get to spend time with up to 30 other girls!
For further information about Girl Guides, please call
1-800-565-8111 or email nitanisakdistrict@yahoo.ca
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Crowfoot Library
Programs for Children and Youth
Time 4 Teens: Looking for a place to hang out, do homework or have fun? Ages 13 – 17. Sunday, March 3, 1:00
– 3:00 pm.
Shamrocks and Shillelaghs: Join us for stories, songs,
fingerplays and a video about St. Patrick’s Day. Ages 2-5
with caregiver. Thursday, March 14, 10:30 – 11:00 am.
Canine
Country
210 - 5149 Country Hills Blvd NW
Calgary, Alberta
Ph: 403-547-7458 Fax: 403-547-8906
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Doggy daycare
Grooming
Boarding (off site)
Retail
HOURS OF OPERATION
Mon - Fri 7am - 7 pm Saturdays by appointment 9 am - 5 pm.
We are offering a $ 5.00 off coupon on all dogs booked for grooming
for the next 60 days. New and return clients welcome for this special.
Spring Break Activities: Bored? Looking for something
fun to do? Drop in to the Library for a variety of fun activities. Ages 6-12, Monday to Thursday, March 25 to 28,
10:30 am. – 12:30 pm.
Drop-in Family Storytimes: Stories, songs and fingerplays the whole family can enjoy. Ages 2-5, with caregiver. Wednesdays and Saturdays 10:30 – 11:00 am.
Programs for Adults
eBook Doctor: Looking for help with Overdrive or Freading? Drop in for one-on-one help with your eReader questions. Monday March 4, 7:00-8:30 pm.
Career Basics: Interview Skills: Learn about different
types of questions and how to answer them. Wednesday,
March 13, 6:30 – 8:30 pm.
Career Basics: Moving Forward – Mid-life Career
Change: Learn about unique challenges and opportunities that come with looking for work mid-life. Wednesday,
March 20, 6:30 – 8:30 pm.
The New Retirement: Learn about traditional and new
models of retirement. Wednesday, March 27, 6:30 – 8:30.
?
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“It’s always too soon unit it’s too late”
.
Limited space register early
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Computer Technology Coaching: Volunteers can help
you with your Internet and Microsoft Office questions.
Tuesdays, 10:00-12:00 pm and 7:00-8:30 pm.
Film Night: Join us each month to watch a film with fellow movie buffs. Thursday, March 21, 6:30-8:30 pm. Call
403-221-4122 for details.
Great Reads for ESL Learners: Learn about finding good
books, including graphic novels, books on CDs, MP3s and
electronic formats. Thursday March 28, 6:30-8:00 pm.
Home Buyers Planning Seminar: Prepare a plan to
make the right home-buying decisions for your lifestyle
and learn how to avoid costly pitfalls. Tuesday April 2,
7:00 – 8:30 pm.
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Brentwood Bugle. Isolated seniors have a place to connect with other community members.
It is often intimidating to join a group.
We are Social Beings
In 2011 the population in Calgary was 1,096,833.
Why am I not connected?
People live in neighbourhoods full of people but often feel lonely. In the community of Brentwood, Elaine
Stringer wanted to get to know her neighbours. She
hosted a community block party and discovered there
were 22 seniors who were interested in having a monthly gathering. That was the start of her hosting a monthly
“Brentwood Seniors Tea” in her living room. Over time,
it moved out of her living room and was taken on by
Kristine Goodall with the Brentwood Community Association. It happens on the 3rd Thursday of the month
and has had up to 35 people in attendance. Tea is served
in tea cups, and conversation fills the room. Monthly
themes have evolved, sponsorship has been sought
from local businesses, and marketing goes out in the
However, there are many ways to get connected:
•fitnessclassatalocalpool
•bookclubatthelibrary
•walkinggroup
•specialinterestclub
•servicegroup
•culturalandorreligiousgroup
Did you know…
Often when you go into a McDonald’s or Tim Hortons
in the morning, you will find a group of seniors in their
own informal coffee group. Many of these groups have
started by two or three people setting a weekly time and
location and coming with some coffee money in their
pocket. Finding ways to socialize can be that simple!
Are you interested in talking with others about Calgary’s
aging population and what this may mean for your community? Join us for a Conversation Café on May 16th,
1:30 pm at Country Hills Library, Cardel Place. For more
information or to RSVP please contact Diane Janota at
403-476-7140 or diane.janota@calgary.ca.
PROFESSIONAL APPLICATION • TOP OF THE LINE PAINT • THOROUGH PREPARATION
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Residential & Commercial • Kitchen Cabinets with a
variety of finishes • Hail Damage Quotes • Stipple
Ceiling Painting & Repairs • Knockdown Texturing
• Stucco Coating • Drywall Repairs
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Holistic and Integrative
Veterinary Care
Acupunture, Herbal Therapy and
Osteopathic Techniques for your Pet
Edgemont Veterinary Clinic 403.239.4657
Dr. Tracey Henderson
DVM, CVA,CVCHM
Dalhousie Community Centre
5432 Dalhart Rd. N.W.
theacuvet@gmail.com
You’re just a click away
from some interesting and
informative websites
www.buyalbertafood.com
www.thecaloriecounter.com
www.growarow.org
Living in Edgemont since 1993 makes
me a neighbour. I own and operate
Low Cost Exteriors Ltd and for the
last 25 years we’ve helped many
neighbours with their
Roofing: rubber, fiberglass, tile or shakes
Siding: vinyl w/ insulation, hardboard, nature wood
Cladding: steel or aluminum
Gutters & Fascia
Call or E-mail for a free check of the list that
your insurance company has sent.
I work for you. Not your insurance
company.
Brad Mcmorran
Low Cost Exteriors Ltd
403 606-8372 / 403 547-1031
bmcmorra@shaw.ca
Let a Neighbour Help!
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Saturday April 13, 2013
10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Watercolour, oil, acrylic, pastel and graphite artwork
from over 80 artists will be presented.
For information about our club or artists, check out our
website: calgarysketchclub.com
We look forward to seeing you at the show!
Brentwood 50th Anniversary Gala
HAIL
DAMAGE
Special Neighbour Program in effect*
The Calgary Sketch Club Art
Show and Sale
“
Many Thanks Brad
With your help and expertise
I was able to have the
hail claim on my house
reassessed. Thus adding over
$7,000 for the recognition
of more damage than
originally thought .
It was good I got a second
opinion !
Thanks Again
Zul Kanani Edgebrook
A dinner and dance will be held Saturday, April 27th,
2013 at the Brentwood Sportsplex arena. A delicious
roast beef buffet dinner, including plenty of vegetarian
choices, will be provided. Cocktails will begin at 6:00
pm, followed by dinner at 7:00 pm, and a dance from
9:00 pm until 1:00 am. Music for the entire evening, including a memorable musical trip through the last 50
years and a visual history of the neighbourhood, will
be provided by John Legare, a fantastic Calgary DJ. We
are expecting some special guests. We have door prizes from Spolumbo’s Fine Foods and Deli, the Bank of
Montreal, the Cheesecake Company and other generous Calgary donors.
Ticket price is $50 per person (adults only). If you purchase 8 tickets together, a table will be reserved for
you. Brentwood Community Association membership
is not required. Call Kelli at 403-289-6184 for tickets or
information.
VOLUNTEERING....
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Four years ago, Lifetime Vision Care joined a network of independantly owned and operated
practices across Canada called FYidoctors. This partnership allows us to offer you the added
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Nose Hill Library
1530 Northmount Drive NW • 403-260-2620
Hours:
Monday - Thursday
10 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Friday & Saturday
10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Sundays (mid-Sept to mid-May) 12:00 noon – 5 p.m.
March Highlights!
FREE ADULT PROGRAMS
•Law at Your Library: Personal Directives and Power of
Attorney
Monday, Mar. 4
1:00 – 2:30 pm
•CyberSeniors
Thursdays, Mar. 7 to Mar. 28
2:00 – 4:00 pm
•3 Things for Calgary
Monday, Mar. 18
6:30 – 8:30 pm
•Community Eco-Enthusiasts
Wednesday, Mar. 20
7:00 – 8:30 pm
•Adult Book Club
Monday, Mar. 25
1:30 – 3:00 pm
OR 7:00 – 8:30 pm
The FIRST DAY OF
SPRING is one thing,
and the FIRST
SPRING DAY is
another. The difference
between them is sometimes
as great as a month.
FREE KIDS AND TEENS PROGRAMS
•Drop-in Family Storytime
Fridays, Mar. 1, 8, 15, 22
•Drop-in Gaming
Wednesday, Mar. 6, 13, 20, 27
•Parent-Child Book Club
Monday, Mar. 11
•Toddler Storytime
Tuesdays starting Mar. 19
•LEGO Contest
Saturday, Mar. 23
•Tween Book Club
Tuesday, Mar. 27
•Teen Dystopian Book Club
Wednesday, Mar. 28
11:00 – 11:30 am
4:00 – 5:30 pm
7:00 – 8:30 pm
10:15 – 10:45 am
2:00 – 3:30 pm
7:00 – 8:00 pm
7:30 – 8:30 pm
The library is CLOSED on Friday, Mar. 29th [Good Friday]
and Sunday, Mar. 31 [Easter].
Come and check out our tween and teen art displays,
a new feature in our Teen Zone! We are collaborating
with local schools and organizations to jazz up our teen
area, and give young Calgarians a chance to display
their talent. If you are a young person interested in
sharing your artwork with the community, please talk
to Michelle 403-221-2025.
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EMS: Burns and Scalds
Every month Alberta Health Services EMS responds to
emergencies where a young child has sustained severe
burns or scalds. These incidents often occur inside the
child’s own home. Common causes include a child accidentally tipping hot liquids onto themselves, touching a
hot surface, or making contact with an electrical outlet.
Fortunately, incidents such as these can be avoided by
taking simple preventative measures.
Prevention of burns
• Check the temperature of your hot water tank. Many
homes keep hot water temperatures as high as 60°C /
140°F. This temperature will scald a child in just seconds.
• Use placemats instead of tablecloths. Tablecloths can
be yanked downward causing hot drinks or food to
spill on a child.
• Turn pot handles to the back of the stove and ensure
cords from kettles, slow cookers, and other electrical
appliances cannot be reached.
• Avoid picking up a child while holding any hot liquids.
• Ensure electrical outlets are made secure by installing
commercially available safety devices that prohibit access.
Degrees of burn
• 1°: Affects only the top layers of the skin; appears red
like a sun burn; discomfort is generally tolerable.
• 2°: Deeper and much more painful than 1° burns; broken skin or blisters commonly develop.
• 3°: Severe: the deepest layers of skin and tissue are injured; may appear charred or leathery.
First Aid for burns
• Skin may continue to burn if not aggressively cooled.
Immediately douse burns with large amounts of cold
water.
• Cover the burn with a sterile dressing, or any clean,
non-fluffy material to protect from infection.
• Over the counter medications may be used for pain.
Adhere to directions given on the label.
• Seek further medical attention from your doctor as required.
If you require immediate medical attention for a burn,
call 9-1-1.
Northland Village
Dental Centre
Services are provided by general dentists
NEW
Open on Sundays
in December
We Welcome
New & Emergency
Patients
Direct Billing
Available
Multi
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Service
Dr. Ta Sen Lu DDS
Dr. Christopher Coe DDS
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General Dentistry including:
Esthetic Dentistry • Teeth Whitening
Kid’s Space Maintainers & Fillings • Dentures
Crown & Bridge • Dental Implants
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(2nd floor of Northland Village Mall)
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Mon to Fri 7:30 am - 7:00 pm
Sat 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
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Homes as Unique as the People Who Live There!
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Tel: (403) 547-2818 Fax: (403) 547-2817
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Edgemont Community Association
Membership Application
To purchase a membership in your community association please fill out the form below, attach a cheque
for $30.00, made payable to Edgemont Community Association (ECA), and mail it to the following address:
Memberships, Edgemont Community Association

33 Edgevalley Circle, NW

Calgary, AB T3A 4X1
Membership Application
Card Number: ______________________ Expiry Date: __________
Family Name(s): ______________________________________________________________________________
First Name: _______________________________ Spouse First Name: _________________________________
Address: ____________________________________________________________________________________
Postal Code: ______________________________ Telephone: ________________________________________
Email: ______________________________________________________________________________________
Children’s Name(s)
_______________________________
_______________________________
_______________________________
_______________________________
_______________________________
Age(s)
______
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Amount Paid
 Cheque
 Cash
Received by:
__________________________
I would like to volunteer my time for
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Board of Directors
Casino
Fundraising
Ice Rink Maintenance
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Social
Membership
Sports
As required
 Making Posters
 Newsletter
 Parkland
*Proof of membership is the member’s responsibility
CALGARY
MOUNTAINVIEW
LIONS CLUB
Meets at the Triwood Community Hall
on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month.
Serving Northwest Calgary, open to all
men and women of legal age.
For more info please call: John Wilson 403-932-6043
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The Old Bald Guy
The Old Bald Guy sits on a branch high in a tree surveying
the sky. He just turned 28 years old and for a huge Bald
Eagle like himself, that is ancient. Of course he isn’t really
bald; it just looks that way with his head of white feathers.
He knows if he waits long enough some Osprey will catch a
fish; all he needs to do is wait. No need to do the hard work
when you are one of the largest raptors around. When a fish
has been caught and the Osprey is in flight, he will effortlessly swoop down upon the bird causing it to drop the fish,
thus giving him the opportunity to snatch the fish right out
of the sky. He rarely misses.
Today he is alone as he almost always is and he likes the
solitude. Sometimes he will gather with hundreds of other
Bald Eagles in the winter if the feeding grounds are ripe
with prey, such as around fishing boats on the sea. Still he
would rather scavenge food by harassing other birds, eating carrion and even garbage, although if he has to, he will
catch his own fish, mammal or water fowl.
Although seemingly early, he is ready to mate with his
life partner beginning in January. This time is always busy
building onto the existing nest site, protecting eggs and
eventually providing for the hatchlings. This Old Bald Guy
now has another generation that will hopefully grow up,
grow large and grow old as he has.
Is Detoxification
Really a Good Idea?
by Dr. Gayle Maguire, BSc, ND
Many of us have heard of detox’s or cleanses, and occasionally we hear of an unwanted result from performing
one. Are they safe? Do the so-called benefits out-weigh
the risks? This is definitely a decision that should be made
with guidance, as there are a few factors to consider. A
cleanse that is too vigourous can leave patients feeling
worse, while a mild cleanse is unlikely to give much improvement. Patients need to have a certain amount of
energy and wellness before attempting a cleanse.
Firstly, it is important to understand that detoxification
is already occurring constantly in the body. Processes
to rid the body of unwanted products occur in the liver,
kidneys, lungs, skin, and bowels naturally. In a world of
artificial food and drinks, harsh chemical cleaners, and
pharmaceuticals, it doesn’t take much to imagine the
effects on our health. We see the importance of detoxification in headaches, allergies, fertility, inflammatory
or autoimmune conditions, hormonal imbalances like
PMS and thyroid disease and more.
The Calgary Wildlife Rehabilitation Society receives bald
eagles at its centre mostly as a result of ingestions of poisons. Because they are the top of the food chain they are
vulnerable to lead poisoning and contaminants from eating poisoned prey, such a fish containing lead based lures
and mammals with lead shots.
Detoxification can be achieved by a myriad of techniques from simple dietary changes to intensive herbal
programs. Spring and fall is a great time of year to detoxify. All cleanses should involve reasonable dietary
improvements and be nurtured specifically to function
best. They should not be life-threatening or leave a patient hungry or ill. Cleanses can involve the use of herbs
and vitamins to stimulate the body’s functions, like liver
and bowel function.
As with all injured wildlife it is important to contact the site
at 403-239-2488 for instructions as soon as possible after
discovering injured wildlife
Detoxification can be a wonderful therapeutic tool that
seems to “flip a switch” to advance optimal health, especially when at a plateau.
by Cheryl Bowman
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TEMBLEQUE
This recipe originates from the Caribbean island of Puerto Rico,
although variants of the dish exist in Latin America and other
countries. Its name in English means trembling, due to its gel-like
trembling.
2 – 14 oz. cans coconut milk
1/3 can of coconut cream (8 oz. can)
½ cup corn starch
2/3 cup sugar
¼ tsp. salt
¼ tsp. powdered cloves
¼ tsp. powdered nutmeg
CULINARY FILE: dessert
¼ tsp. powdered anise
Powdered cinnamon for decoration
Method
In a mixing bowl, blend the cornstarch, sugar and salt. Add the
coconut milk little by little, mixing it by hand.
Add the coconut cream, nutmeg, cloves, and anise - mix well.
Place in a small sauce pan on low heat and bring to a boil, stirring
constantly. Lower the heat and continue stirring until it becomes
thick, about 10 minutes.
Fiction
• Mr. Penumbra’s 24-Hour Bookstore –
Robin Sloan
• The Twelve Tribes of Hattie – Ayana Mathis
• Inferno – Dan Brown
• Beautiful Ruins – Jess Walter
• 419 – Will Ferguson
• Les Miserables – Victor Hugo
Non-fiction
Remove from heat and put the mixture in a wet (cold water) 9” jelly
mould. Let cool at room temperature and then refrigerate for 6 • The Power of Why – Amanda Lang
hours until firm, then flip it onto a serving plate and sprinkle with • Fat Chance – Robert Lustig, M.D.
cinnamon.
• Life is a Gift – Tony Bennett
• Decisions – Jim Treliving
*Hint you can always pour the mixture into nice cups or cocktail
• Paris: A Love Story – Kati Marton
glasses and let it set in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
• Edible Plants for Prairie Gardens – June
Flanagan
Enjoy.
Gladys Serrano, Le Cordon Bleu trained chef
Children’s
• Memoirs of a Goldfish – Devin Scillian
• The Velveteen Rabbit – Margery Williams
• A Wrinkle in Time – Madeleine L’Engle
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interested, unmotivated, or whatever other label used
to describe a person with this disability. A correct diagnosis is empowering and is a crucial first step in shedding the inaccurate labels.
x
Dysle ia
Dyslexia today is still misunderstood – even though
research over the last 20 years has given us definitive
insight into how our brain works when reading with
dyslexia.
The International Dyslexia Association defines dyslexia
as a ‘specific learning disability that is neurological in
origin.’ This definition quite simply means that dyslexia
is a result of brain function, not a result of being lazy, un-
So what can be done? Dyslexia impacts a person’s ability to clearly hear the individual sounds in our language,
which is critical in order to learn to read. We must first
hear c-a-t (without seeing the letters) in order to then
manipulate those sounds to make new words like h-a-t
and then h-o-t to h-o-p and so on. Therefore, dyslexia
is not a visual problem as long believed, and will not go
away on its own.
Dyslexia is in fact hereditary. Not surprisingly, a parent
can discover his/her own dyslexia by watching their
child experience the same struggles.
It is never too late; specific phonemic and phonological
awareness is crucial as is the safekeeping of self esteem.
The pain of being a bright, creative person in so many
ways, yet being unable to make sense of the reading
process can be crushing. Don’t give up!
Melane Culham, B.Ed., M.Ed., Dyslexia Specialist
BRAIN
ACROSS
2 March’s flower
5 Rodent associated with computers
8 Everyone is Irish on this day (2 words)
13 Resin from 40-million-year-old coniferous trees
15 We change our clocks to ‘spring ahead’ for
this time (2 words)
16 Baking paper
17 Mad Hatter’s _________ (2 words)
18 Percussion drums common to Latin music
19 Designer of the most famous decorated Easter eggs
GAMES
DOWN
1 15th day of March
3 Peanuts character with blanket
4 Ring shaped pasta filled with meat or cheese
5 60s style of soul music with pop influence
known as the ________ sound
6 Animal native to Alberta (2 words)
7 English word beginning with “dw”
9 To look for
10 Winnie the Pooh’s favourite food
11 Tightly curled fronds of ostrich fern
12 Moving staircase
14 Popular Easter sweet in various shapes
Created by
B.G.Rose
Across 2. daffodil 5. mouse 8. St. Patrick’s 13. amber 15. daylight saving 16. parchment 17. Tea Party 18. congas 19.
Faberge Down 1. Ides 3. Linus 4. tortellini 5. Motown 6. Bighorn Sheep 7. dwarf 9. search 10. honey 11. fiddleheads
12. escalator 14. chocolate
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Is Playing
Tug a
Good
Idea?
Some outdated training theories say playing tug with
your dog is a bad idea as it creates dominance in your
dog. Rubbish! Playing tug is actually a wonderful game
to play with your canine companion for many reasons.
Playing tug is a great way to bond with your dog and
provides a healthy outlet for physical exercise and mental stimulation. Playing tug is a better choice for play
over wrestling with your dog. If we are rough with our
dogs – pushing and knocking them around in play - we
can set the example that this is an appropriate and acceptable way to play and unfortunately, it may encourage our dogs to get rough with us in return by mouthing, jumping up and body checking.
Tug is also a great way to make training fun. You can use
this game to teach and practice important skills such as
bite inhibition, ‘Take it’, ‘Drop it’, ‘Leave it’ and ‘All done’.
Playing tug will also help your dog learn how to listen to
you when they are excited and to put appropriate items
in their mouth – the toy, not your hand or arm!
Tug should be played with the following guidelines:
•Useaspecifictoythatisyourtoy;notyourdog’stoy.
Put the toy away when you are not using it during play.
•Youdeterminewhenthegamebeginsandends.
•Yourdogshouldnevertouchyouwiththeirteeth.
•Ifthedogbreakstherules,thegameisoveroryoucall
a time out.
•Always tug side-to-side, never up and down, to prevent damage to your dog’s neck.
Tug is but one of the fun activities that you can share
with your canine companion and is rewarding for both
you and your pet.
Nicky Blackshaw
Certified Professional Dog Trainer
Tell a man there are 300 billion
stars in the universe and he’ll
believe you. Tell him a bench has
wet paint on it and he’ll have to
touch it to be sure.
~ Murphy’s Law
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Poems Please!
Most of us tend to stick pretty close to our comfort
zones when it comes to our book choices. And while it's
easy to continue to reach for a mystery, or a biography
or some historical fiction when choosing a new book,
sometimes we need to shake things up a bit, to read
something that might not normally have a spot on our
bookshelves. Something like poetry, perhaps.
The Optimist Creed
Promise Yourself…
To be so strong that nothing can
disturb your peace of mind.
To talk health, happiness and prosperity to
every person you meet.
To make all your friends feel that there is
something in them.
To look at the sunny side of everything and
make your optimism come true.
To think only of the best, to work only for the best,
and to expect only the best.
To be just as enthusiastic about the success of others
as you are about your own.
To forget the mistakes of the past and press on
to the greater achievements of the future.
To wear a cheerful countenance at all times and give
every living creature you meet a smile.
To give so much time to the improvement of yourself
that you have not time to criticize others.
To be too large for worry, too noble for anger, too strong
for fear, and too happy to permit the presence of trouble.
The Optimist Creed was authored in 192 by Christian D. Larson
and was adopted as Optimist International’s creed in 1922.
World Poetry Day, celebrated on March 21, was designated in 1999 by UNESCO (the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization) as a day to
promote the importance of poetry around the world.
Calgary's early literacy program, Calgary Reads, suggests that it's also a great day to help your children fall
in love with words. Poetry can be a lot of fun.
Here are some suggestions to help you celebrate World
Poetry Day with your family:
•Read a poem together.
•Put some magnetic words on the fridge and have your
child write a refrigerator poem.
•Choose a word from the dictionary and have everyone
write down as many rhyming words as they can in two
minutes.
•Write a rap song and then perform it.
•Find a poem from another country.
•Have everyone in the family write their own poem and
then take turns reading them. Haikus and limericks
count too!
Poems can be a great way to step outside the usual
boundaries to celebrate literacy in all its forms. Why not
have some family fun on World Poetry Day?
Do you have a
favourite plate, bowl,
or mug? What is the
story attached to it?
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YOUR COMMUNITY/CITY EVENTS
• March 7 – April 6 Petawawa World premiere presented by Alberta Theatre Projects. 403.294.7402 /
www.atplive.com
• March 8 The Arrogant Worms presented by
Fish Creek Concerts Series at River Park Church.
403.263.0079 / www.fishcreekconcerts.com
• March 9 Calgary Hitmen & Lethbridge Hurricanes face off at the Saddledome at 7:00 pm.
www.hitmenhockey.com
• March 12 Birds of Paradise part of Epcor Centre’s
National Geographic Live! series with Tim Laman
and Ed Scholes. 403.294.9494 / epcorcentre.org
• March 12 Calgary Hitmen vs Medicine Hat Tigers at the Saddledome at 7:00 pm. www.hitmenhockey.com
• March 12 – April 7 God of Carnage Tony award
winner for best new play, presented by Theatre
Calgary. 403.294.7447 / www.theatrecalgary.com
• March 14 – 16 Mainstage Dance at University
Theatre 8:00 pm. 403.220.7202 / www.performingarts.ucalgary.ca
• March 16 Calgary Hitmen vs Kootenay Ice 7:00
pm at the Saddledome. www.hitmenhockey.com
• March 21 All You Need Is Love (Beatles Tribute)
8:00 pm at Deerfoot Inn & Casino. Wristband 5:00
pm. 403.236.7529 / www.deerfootinn.com
• March 25 Hutchinson Andrew Trio Contemporary Canadian jazz trio performs at 8:00 pm at the
University Theatre. 403.220.7202 / www.performingarts.ucalgary.ca
• March 30 & 31 Ballerinas, Quarterbacks & Zombies at Telus Spark. www.sparkscience.ca
• March 31 Hop Into Spring Enjoy Easter activities at Fort Calgary. Free for children under 18.
403.290.1875 / www.fortcalgary.com
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Symphony Sundays for Kids. Calgary
Philharmonic Orchestra. 403.571.0849 /
cpo-live.com
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PETER AND THE WOLF
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CELEBRATING MOZART
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MARCH 22
CELTIC CROSSROADS:
The Gathering Tour Concert begins at 7 pm
at Jack Singer Concert Hall. 403.294.9494 /
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APRIL 13 & 14
CALGARY HORTICULTURAL
GARDEN SHOW
held at Spruce Meadows. www.calhort.org
YOUR COMMUNITY/CITY EVENTS
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SWEET SOUNDS OF THE 70S:
Paul Simon and Friends is part of the Calgary
Philharmonic’s POPS series. Performances
at 8:00 pm both evenings. 403.571.0849
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• April 12 – 14 The Number 14 at Vertigo Theatre’s Y
Stage. Friday and Saturday evening performances
at 7:00 pm, matinees on Saturday and Sunday at
1:00 pm. 403.221.3708 / www.vertigotheatre.com
• April 16 Journey to Vietnam with Catherine
Karnow Epcor Centre and National Geographic
Live explore the culture of Vietnam. 7:00 pm.
403.294.9494 / epcorcentre.org
• April 18 Chicago opens at Stage West Dinner
Theatre. 403.243.6642 / www.stagewestcalgary.com
• April 19 The Tommy Banks Trio performs at
Heritage Park as part of their Noteworthy Nights.
403.268-8500 / www.heritagepark.ca
• April 20, 24 & 26 La Traviata Verdi’s bittersweet
love story comes alive through Calgary Opera.
403.263.5428 / www.calgaryopera.com
• running until April 21 NCIS: The Canadian
Affair at Jubilations Dinner Theatre. 403.249.7799
/ www.jubilations.ca
• April 22 Tribute to Benny Goodman – Cedric
Blary Quartet is part of the Monday Night Jazz
Series, presented by BEAT NIQ Jazz & Social
Club at the U of C. Tickets available at the door.
403.220.7202 / www.performoingarts.ucalgary.ca
• April 23 Hugh Masekela legendary South African
trumpeter visits Calgary as part of Epcor Centre’s
BD&P World Music Series. Concert begins at 7:00
pm. 403.294.9494 / epcorcentre.org
• April 23 – May 26 Anne of Green Gables
the musical presented by Theatre Calgary.
403.294.7447 / www.theatrecalgary.com
• April 26 – June 30 The Big Boom Theory runs at
Jubilations Dinner Theatre. 403.249.7799 / www.
jubilations.ca
• April 27 Deric Ruttan at 9:00 pm at the Deerfoot
Inn & Casino. 403.236.7529 / www.deerfootinn.
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• April 30 – May 18 Red 2010 Tony Award-winning
drama presented by Alberta Theatre Projects.
403.294.7402 / www.atplive.com
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Best known as the “Father of Standard Time”, Sir
Sandford Fleming (1827-1915) emigrated to Canada
from Scotland in 1845.
Later in life, as chief engineer of the Canadian Pacific
Railway (CPR), linking east to west, Fleming found that
North America was a jumble of different time zones,
with each town along the railroad route marking its
own time and maintained by a well-known clock like a
church steeple or a clock in a jeweller’s window. Each
town set its own clock based on when the sun was highest in the sky, but with the dawn of railroad travel, this
system created a logistical nightmare for train schedules, due to the large number of time differences.
After missing a train in Ireland in 1876 because the
train’s departure schedule had been misprinted p.m. instead of a.m., Fleming was inspired to create a 24-hour
standardized system of time zones. In 1883, Canada was
one of the first countries to adopt Standard Time.
On January 1, 1885, the International Meridian Conference adopted Greenwich Mean Time as the worldwide
standard, and by 1929, most major countries had followed suit.
The egg is the universal symbol
of Easter celebrations throughout
the world – dyed, painted,
adorned and embellished with
superb artistry.
The most famous decorated Easter
eggs were made by Peter Carl Faberge,
who was commissioned by Russian Czar,
Alexander, to make a special Easter gift for
his wife in 1883.
The first Faberge egg was an egg within an egg. The
outside shell of platinum and white enamel opened to reveal a
smaller, gold egg. The smaller egg contained yet another surprise,
opening to display a golden chicken and a jewelled replica of the
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Gardening by the phases of the moon
March 4
Last Quarter (waning)
Decreased gravitational pull and moonlight. A resting
period. Take cuttings from plants you wish to propagate. Dry herbs, flowers and fruit. If you want to control
growth or encourage rooting, perform the necessary
activities during the waning moon.
March 11
New Moon (waxing)
Increasing moonlight, lunar gravity pulls water up encouraging plant growth and proliferation. Grafting,
transplanting, re-potting, and watering. Gather herbs
used for essential oils. Oil content is more concentrated
at this time.
March 19
First Quarter (waxing)
Moonlight is strong, encouraging leaf growth. It is a
good time for planting, especially two days before the
full moon. Take cuttings from plants you wish to propagate. Fertilize as close to the full moon as possible.
March 27
Full Moon (waning)
As the moon wanes, the energy is drawing down. Strong
gravitational pull but moonlight is decreasing putting
energy into the roots.
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511
is the new
number Albertans can
phone to learn about
road reports and information about weather
conditions across the
province, or logon to
the website at
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GAEL MACLEOD
Phone: 403-268-2430
Email: Ward04@calgary.ca
Twitter: yycgael
Protect Your Vehicle from Theft
A number of car prowling thefts have been reported
recently within some of the Ward 4 communities. I
would like to share some protective tips with you from
the Calgary Police Service that may help discourage
vehicles from being a target for theft.
When your vehicle is parked outside:
•Ensure your vehicle is locked.
•Do not keep valuables or personal identification in the
vehicle.
•This includes but is not limited to your driver’s license,
SIN card, and credit cards.
•Consider buying a steering wheel lock, which will effectively deter thieves.
Do not assume that your garage is a completely secure
place for your vehicle. An experienced criminal can access your garage. When parked in the garage:
•Ensure your vehicle is locked.
•Do not keep valuables or personal identification in the
vehicle.
•Expensive items such as golf clubs, electronics, etc.
should be kept in the house or at least locked up or
inaccessible.
•Keep bicycles locked and secured.
•When away for extended periods, switch the garage
opener off.
•If your garage is attached to your home, always keep
the door between the two locked and secured at all
times.
•Remote garage openers – although they are designed
stay in your vehicle, I would advise against this. Keep
the opener in your purse or wallet, which is taken with
you when the car is parked.
For more tips, visit www.calgary.ca/ward4.
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New 511 Alberta Will Help You Plan Safe Trips...
I welcome the opportunity to support travelling with the
best information about how the roads are going to be
before leaving home/work. With the new 511 Alberta
system, you can easily obtain up-to-date traffic and highway conditions.
The new 511 Alberta system replaces the AMA Road
Reports, which the Alberta Motor Association (AMA)
delivered on behalf of the Government of Alberta since
1927. Following discussions between the AMA and government over the past two years, both parties agreed
that the Alberta government was in the best position to
take traveller information to the next and more technically-advanced level.
511 Alberta is a free traveller information service, operated by the Alberta government. Through your phone,
mobile device, or computer, it is now easier for Albertans to find out about highway conditions, roadwork,
weather alerts, availability of ferry services, and wait
times at border crossings. If you’re using the computer,
you can even view current images from more than 100
highway cameras across the province.
Users anywhere within Alberta can call 5-1-1 toll-free,
similar to the way you would call 4-1-1 for directory assistance. Once you are on the line, you may use either
touch tone or voice command to get the information on
the roads you will be driving.
If you’re using your computer or your mobile device,
you can visit the 511 Alberta website at www.511.
alberta.ca or use Twitter by following @511Alberta. This
service was designed for both phone and web so it will
be available to the widest range of users. Users can access information for specific highways by using the interactive maps or a text menu via the website, which
also contains links to road information in neighbouring
provinces, territories, and U.S. states, along with the
cities of Calgary and Edmonton.
511 Alberta is in its first phases and will undergo upgrading
and improvements to respond to travellers’ information
needs. If you have comments or suggestions to improve
511 Alberta, use the “Your Feedback” section on the 511
Alberta website or you may call 5-1-1 and leave a message.
Congratulations to ONE WORLD and the ORGANIZERS
...students, teachers, volunteers, donors...
I regret not being available for this great evening at
Mother Mary Green School on January 31/13. Unfortunately Edmonton meetings extended longer than
planned. However, I was represented and heard just
how amazing the evening was in representing our vast
cultural communities within Edgemont, and the outstanding celebration of our rich heritages through dress,
food, music, dance and spirit of volunteerism. Those
who took the opportunity to participate in, or attend
to witness and learn, are all richer for the experience.
Thank you all for adding this strength to our community...
for the hours and hours of preparation and organization...
and, congratulations for such a successful outcome.
I am proud to be part of this community and to represent you in the Legislature. Please feel free to call, visit or
email our Constituency Office anytime.
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Hills
Veterinary CliniC
214, 5149 Country Hills Blvd NW (located next to Superstore)
Phone: 403-547-3388
Quality, Compassionate Veterinary Care for
Companion Animals, Including Exotics
VETERINARIANS:
Dr. Kristin Bentz
Dr. Jill Johnson
Dr. Cathy Dick
NEW PATIENTS
WELCOME!
HOUrS OF OPeratiOn
Mon & fri: 7:30 aM to 6:00 pM
tues, Wed, tHurs: 7:30 aM to 8:00 pM
saturday: 9:00 aM to 4:00 pM
Open evenings and weekends
preventive health care, diagnostic testing, surgical procedures,
dental care, laboratory services, pharmaceuticals and pet nutrition
aCCess to 24 Hour eMerGenCy & intensiVe Care faCilities
www.countryhillsvetclinic.com
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LADIES SINGING GROUP: We are in need of baritone
and bass singers. We sing 4-part harmony a cappella (no
accompaniment). We meet Tuesdays, 7-9 pm. Fun, free,
non-competitive. Very rewarding charitable performances. Can you carry a tune? Contact Marg 403-2832794 or Yvonne 403-826-6015.
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ALL EMERGENCY CALLS
911
Alberta Adolescent Recovery Centre
403.253.5250
Alberta Health Care
403.310.0000
AHS Addictions Hotline
1.866.332.2322
Ambulance (AHS) – Non Emergency
403.261.4000
ATCO Gas – 24 Hour Emergency
403.245.7222
Calgary HEALTH LINK 24/7
403.943.5465
Calgary Police – Non Emergency
403.266.1234
Calgary Women’s Emergency Shelter
403.234.7233
Child Abuse Hotline
1.800.387.5437
Child Find – Alberta
403.270.3463
Distress/Crisis Line
403.266.4357
ENMAX – Power Trouble
403.514.6100
Poison Centre – Alberta
403.944.1414
Suicide Crisis Line
1.800.784.2433
HOSPITALS/URGENT CARE
Alberta Children’s Hospital
403.955.7211
Foothills Hospital
403.944.1110
Peter Lougheed Centre
403.943.4555
Rockyview General Hospital
403.943.3000
Sheldon M. Chumir Health Care
403.955.6200
South Calgary Urgent Care
403.943.9300
OTHER
Calgary Humane Society
(Injured & Stray Pets)
403.250.7722
Calgary Parking Authority
(Towed/Abandoned Vehicles etc.)
403.537.7100
Calgary Senior’s Resource
(SeniorConnect)
403.266.6200
Call Before You Dig (Buried Utilities) 1.800.242.3447
City of Calgary
311
Kerby Centre for the 55 plus
403.705.3246
Road Conditions – Calgary
1.877.262.4997
Weather Information
403.299.7878
Need-a-Doctor www.needadoctorcalgaryandarea.ca
DISCLAIMER
The opinions expressed within any published article, report or
submission reflect those of the author and should not be considered
to reflect those of the Edgemont Community Association and Great
News Publishing. The information contained in this newsletter is
believed to be accurate, but is not warranted to be so.
The Edgemont Community Association and Great News Publishing
do not endorse any person or persons advertising in this newsletter.
Publication of these ads should not be considered an endorsement of
any goods or services.
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EDGEMONT 2013 STATS
# OF SALES
AVERAGE PRICE
Back-Split
0
-
Bi-Level
0
-
Bungalow
1
$530,000
Two Storey
5
$522,400
Two Storey Split
0
-
Three-Level Split
0
-
Four-Level Split
0
-
Townhouse
0
-
Apartment
3
$222,000
$421,000
Villa
2
TOTAL
11
Average days on Market
29 days