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THE OFFICIAL VOICE OF THE DALHOUSIE COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION SEPTEMBER 2018

5432 Dalhart Rd NW T3A 1V6 403-286-2555 [email protected] www.dalhousiecalgary.ca

Check our website at www.dalhousiecalgary.ca for Community Center programs and services, general community information and more.

Dalhousie Show and Shine: Saturday, September 8

Cannabis Town Hall: September 18

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5432 Dalhart Road NW • 403-286-2555 • [email protected]

Fall Community Office HoursMonday – Thursday 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Friday 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.Sunday 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.Closed on Statutory Holidays

The center will close if there are no programs or events over the fall months. Call the center for current office hours.

Community Office StaffGeneral Manager: Marsha, [email protected], 587-437-8217

Finance: [email protected], 403-286-2555Reception/Events Booking: [email protected],

403-286-2555

The next meeting of the

Dalhousie Community Association

Board of Directors is

7:30 p.m. Wednesday, September 12, 2018

at the Dalhousie Community Centre.

All Dalhousie residents are

welcome to attend.

President .................................................................................................VacantVice President ..................................................... Kevin Dorma, 403-202-5445 Vice President .....................................................Ron McKellar, 403-286-2771Past President ....................................................... Sean French 403-803-8187 Secretary.................................................................................................VacantTreasurer .................................................................................. Lesley Bloxham

Board of Directors

Clair Brown. ..............403-286-1139Ron Cornish. .............403-247-2575James Fong ..............403-286-8792Betty Glumac.............403-289-9191Neil Pozak .............. 403-919-2446

Ron Lowe ..................403-560-7535Wendy Pozak ............403-481-4094Christine Wutzke .......403-286-5288Cindy Kominek ..........403-909-2533

Elected Directors

Dalhousie Out of School Care.....................................................587-437-8218Dalhousie Soccer ...........................................Office, www.dalhousiecalgary.caGuiding .................................................................Guide Centre, 403-283-8348Kindergarten & Junior Kindergarten ........... www.dcakids.com, 403-288-1050Playschool ................................................................................ 403-286-2339Scouting ...................... Maurice, 403-286-0459, [email protected]

Group Representatives

Councillor ..................................................................Sean Chu, 403-268-3727MLA ............................................................Stephanie McLean, 403-216-5436MP ......................................................... Len Webber, [email protected]

Elected Representatives

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In Our CommunityDalhousie Community Association Programs and Services For Dalhousie and Surrounding Area Activity Name Program

Coordinator Contact Day & Time

Acrylic Painting Classes Alice 403-667-7095 [email protected] Contact For Registration

Anat Baniel Method® NeuroMovement® Class

Jennifer Hayes Starratt

403.816.6793 [email protected] 7-8 pm. Contact for program details

Banzai Karate Club Chris 403-708-3233 Contact For Registration

Calgary Community of Faith Lynn403-247-8148 www.communityof-faith.ca

Sundays @ 10:00am

Cause and Effect Foundation [email protected]

Contact for Registration

Cribbage (Triple A) Drop In / Purchase of AAA Membership required Season Complete – Resume in Fall

Calgary Folk Club Paul 403-286-5651 www.calgaryfolkclub.com Will Resume in Fall

Chinese Folk Dance Joanne [email protected] Contact for Registration

Crowfoot Physio [email protected]/403-241-1600

Wednesday 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Dalhousie Community Kindergarten Registrar 403-288-1050/ www.dcakids.com *Contact for Registration Information

Dalhousie Out of School Care Pauline587-437-8218 [email protected]

Mon. – Fri. 7– 9:00am/11:30am – 6:00pm *Contact for Registration

Dalhousie Community Playschool Registrarregistrar@ dalhousiecommunityplayschool.com

Mon. – Fri. AM Classes & PM Classes*Contact for Registration

Engineering For Kids Edward Choufi p. 587 349 4555 / e. [email protected]

Tuesdays 4:00pm-8:00pm

Essentrics™ by Vital 1 Fitness Marcia 403-208-3307 / www.vital1.caMonday 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Thursday 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m., Friday 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

Fitness Class Megan [email protected] Wednesdays 7:30 p.m. – 8:45 p.m.

Foxy Kickboxing Jessica 403-862-7793 Sun. 10:45am-11:45am

Gentle & Restorative Yoga Monica 587-830-5566 Thursday Mornings May 3 – June 28

Guides, Sparks and Pathfinders Linda 403-286-2339 Contact for Registration

Hot Mama Fit Natalie [email protected] Contact for Registration

Kung Fu & Tai Chi Raymond 403-650-9191 Contact for Registration

Music Together of the Chinook Wind Jodana [email protected] Contact for Info

Mommy Connections Katherine [email protected] Contact for Registration

One Step Ahead Dance Melinda 403-247-3607 Various Class Days & Times

Physi-Yoga Crowfoot Physiotherapy 403-241-1600 Wed. 6:30pm-7:30pm.

Sacred Self Yoga Lynne 403-862-5966 Thurs. Evenings until June 28

Scouting Maurice403-286-0459 [email protected]

Contact for details

Sole Girls Empowerment Erin [email protected]/403-512-3792 Thursdays 4:30 – 6:15 p.m.

Stagecoach Theatre Arts School Rahim 403-616-5737 Saturdays – Contact for Registration

Too Cool Motorcycle School Christine 403-202-0099 Contact for class dates

Watercolour Esther 403-284-5545 [email protected] Call or email for registration

Zumba Gold (Triple A) Kim Drop In / Purchase of AAA Membership requiredTues. / Thur. 9:15am – 10:15 am Last Day – June 28th,2018

Zumba Ariana [email protected] Saturdays @ 10:00 a.m.

**Contact Program Coordinator for Program Details and Registration**


In Our Community

Pickleball WorkshopsCurious about Pickleball? You’re in luck! The

DCA has had the opportunity to work with the Calgary Pickleball Club to offer Pickleball Workshops at the tennis courts by the community center, free of charge! Pickleball is an exciting and fun sport that all ages and fitness levels can enjoy. No experience? No problem! Each Pickleball Workshop will have at least one Calgary Pickleball Member to help show you the ropes and teach you important techniques to help enhance your game. We will supply Pickleball paddles and balls, so all you need to bring is some workout clothes, exercise shoes, and a good attitude! The dates of these workshops are:• Monday, September 10th at 10 AM• Wednesday, September 12th at 6 PM• Saturday, September 15th at 2 PM

Email us at [email protected] to sign up today. We hope to see you there!

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On behalf of Calgary Community Standards & Waste and Recycling Services

Thank you Dalhousie!

Congratulations on a successful Community Cleanup on June 2nd, 2018.The weights collected for this year:

Garbage: 14,215 kgOrganics: 1770 kg

Total: 15,985 kgTruck Loads Hauled: 3

Thank you to the Community Association and residents for your commitment to keep our communities healthy, safe and vibrant.

Did You Know... These Facts About September

• The birthstone is the Sapphire.

• The birth flower for September is Morning Glory.

• The two zodiac signs in September are Virgo (August 23 – September 22) and Libra (September 23 – October 22)

• September was named after septem, Latin for “seven”, when the original Roman calendar started in March, so September was the seventh month.

• The Anglo-Saxons called this month Gerst Monath, which means barley month. This is because they would harvest their barley crops during this month.


In Our CommunityDalhousie Kindergarten NewsIt’s September and “back to school” is an exciting time

for our Jr and Sr groups here at Dalhousie Community Kindergarten. Parents and children alike are adapting to their new routines, quickly making connections and many new friends.

The Kindergarten classroom is a unique environment, bringing together children of all learning styles, with their own personalities and an individual set of interests. A wonderful opportunity presents itself here - to learn from one another and celebrate the diversity that will be found. It is so much fun to be a part of the social learning and development that happens here.

Throughout these first few weeks of school, children this age can experience a complete system-overload when it comes to how they feel: excitement, worry, pride, determination, anxiety, sadness... it can feel like a roller coaster! These feelings can manifest themselves in some strange ways. How can we, as a parent or a teacher, help our children navigate these emotional waters and ensure this transition is a smooth one? Here are a few things to keep in mind:

1. Stay calm. This transition can be difficult for a child and grownups as well. Do your best to maintain a positive outlook about the year ahead and strive to keep your own concerns off your children’s shoulders.

2. Offer specific praise. Instead of a generic, “good job!”, try - “I love how you said good morning to your friends”. Help your child recognize the significance of the little things they do everyday and individual steps to success.

3. Label and Validate. Sometimes when our kindergarteners are having big feelings, it may be something they have not felt before or have difficulty understanding. Label their feelings for them – i.e. “Your body looks angry.” Let them know it is ok to feel the way that they do, and that other kids feel the same way too. Put yourself in their shoes, “if that happened, I would feel angry too.”

4. Problem Solve. Brainstorm together to discuss things that could help them feel better. Be realistic - they still might have to face whatever is a problem (like waiting and sharing) but we can usually find a strategy that will make things more comfortable.

5. Reach Out. If you are navigating some big feelings with your child at home, please don’t hesitate to reach

out to your teacher. The classroom environment is a busy place, but a quick phone call or email is so important and helpful. You know your child and their emotions best, and at this time of the year, classroom staff is just introducing themselves to their new students and may not be able to see what you see. The teacher/parent partnership is one of the things that will make your school year a successful one, and we pride ourselves on being a program that values these relationships.

At time of writing, we have a space for a junior or senior kindergarten student. We’d love to hear from you! Learn more at www.dcakids.com or call us at (403) 288-1050

Lindsay Fricker, teacher

Dalhousie Community PlayschoolSchool is still out for summer, and we hope that

everyone is enjoying the summer weather, with lots of time spent outdoors! Nature truly is the best playground and we are fortunate to have so many great playgrounds, camping facilities, hiking trails and lakes so close to Calgary. Before the playschool closed for our summer vacation, the children enjoyed lots of classes outdoors within the amazing facilities Dalhousie Community centre has to offer. We enjoyed Soccer classes, sports days, water play and obstacle courses. The children had a blast burning off all their extra energy while working on team building, gross motor strength, communication and social skills!

Do you know a preschool aged child and are looking for a place where they can grow and learn at their own pace, in an environment where it is safe to explore and discover, where adventure awaits and activities are designed to fuel creativity! You can find that here! We have 2.5 hour morning and afternoon classes, two dedicated teachers, bright classrooms, great outdoor spaces and child lead programming.

Please contact [email protected], call 403-286-2339 or visit www.dalhousieplayschool.blogspot.com. We would love to answer your questions or give you a tour of our classroom and have limited spaces available for the 2018/2019 school year.


In Our CommunityDalhousie Out of School Careat West Dalhousie School

The Dalhousie Out of School Care program is pleased to provide quality on-site before and after school

care for children attending West Dalhousie School.

Our program:• Operates from 7 am – 6 pm Monday through Friday• Is Accredited, Licensed and Subsidy Eligible• Includes care on Non-Instructional Days• Includes pick-up for AM Kindergarten children

Now accepting registrations for Fall 2018 Fun for Kids! (Peace of mind for Parents)

The Dalhousie Out of School Care program is committed to providing a safe, caring and healthy environment for children. We support children’s developmental needs by providing a balanced program of planned activities together with free play and exploration designed to promote social, emotional, intellectual and physical growth and creativity. Our certified child care leaders have a passion for working with children and are committed to excellence in child care. The Dalhousie Out of School Care program operates in accordance with the CBE calendar. We are closed on all statutory holidays, as well as during Teacher’s Convention, and school breaks.

Registration: To register, you will need to complete a registration form which includes emergency contact information, medical information including Alberta Health Care and physician’s name and number. Kindergarten registrations will require proof of age (e.g. birth certificate or passport) and record of immunization.

Registration deposit: A deposit of 50% of the applicable monthly fee is required at the time of registration. This deposit will be applied to your first month’s child care fees. If the date of registration is less than 30 days from the start date the first month’s fee is payable in full at the time of registration. Please note, all information on the registration form must be completed and the deposit fee provided for registration to be valid.

DCA Membership: For insurance reasons, registration in the Dalhousie Out of School Care program requires the purchase of a Dalhousie Community Association membership at a cost of $32.00.

Registration and monthly fees can be paid by Visa, Mastercard, Debit, or Cash. Monthly fees are due on the first day of each month. Our program is eligible for parents qualifying for child care subsidy.

Monthly Fees - Kindergarten After school care only: $725 Both before and after school care: $825

Monthly Fees - Grades 1 - 6 Before school care only: $155 After school care only: $385 Both before and after school care: $490 *Fees may be subject to change.

For further information or to register, please contact the DOSC Program Director at 587-437-8218 or email [email protected]. The Dalhousie Out of School Care program is owned and operated by the Dalhousie Community Association Admin Office 403-286-2555. 5432 Dalhart Road NW Calgary AB. WWW. dalhousiecalgary.ca

Dalhousie CasinoThe Dalhousie Community Association will be hosting

a casino on Monday November 5 and Tuesday November 6 at Cowboys Casino on the Stampede Grounds. We are looking for volunteers to work various positions such as cashiers, chip runners, and counting room staff. Each volunteer shift worked brings roughly $2000 to The DCA. Proceeds from this casino play an important Role in keeping the community centre running. If you are interested in volunteering, application forms can be picked up at the community centre office. Questions? Contact the office at [email protected], or call 403-2855 #1.

Employment Opportunities at the Community Center

Dalhousie Community Association has received several project-based grants of $1,000 for current and continuing post-secondary students.• IT• Administration Assistant• Human Resources• Environmental Design• Please send all inquiries to [email protected]


In Our Community

FountainTireNorthlandpresentsthe:

Dalhousie Show & Shine

OpentoallmakesandmodelsSaturdaySept8,2018Registration9-10am$10pervehicleShowfrom10-2pmOnthegrassbehindtheDCA

$5Burger&popSilentAuctionandprizesAllproceedssupport:

Awardsfor:BestinShow(votedbythefans),Pre`80Car,Post`80CarandBestTruckinshow

Thankstoourmajorsponsors!


Dalhousie Comm. Assoc.Classifieds To place your classified ad call

the Dalhousie Community Centre at 403-286-2555• Will Do Odd Jobs: Junk removal, small indoor /

outdoor jobs, yard work, tree / hedge trimming, garden work. Need anything done or a helping hand. Call Warren: 403-286-4348

• Calgary Korean Health Fair will be happening on Saturday September 8th at Dalhousie Community Centre. Please come and join us for this free fun filled day with information on nutrition and healthy lifestyle

In Our Community

Community CenterRoom Rentals

The Dance StudioOur mirrored 1,700 sf studio is available weekdays between 9:00-3:00, for $24.50 (half price) per hour. Spring and summer week night and week-end availability. Call 403-286-2555 #1 for a tour and availability or check our website for photo’s and general information.

Community EventsDalhousie Show and Shine: Saturday September 8, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.Bring the kids, bring Grandma, and even bring your wheels! Any vehicle with one to four wheels is welcome! Do you have a vehicle you are proud of? Is it old? Is it new? Is it foxed or needing repairs? Bike, truck, car, it doesn’t matter if it’s something you want to share with other motoring enthusiasts.

Drop In Youth Basketball and Adult VolleyballWatch for fall 2018 programs and start date!

CannabisIn The Community

Ward 4 Town HallCannabis is legal in Canada on October 17, 2018!

Plan to attend this informative Town Hall designed to clarify the new rules and regulations around the

legalization of cannabis and what they mean to YOU!

Presentations with Q & A Session

Tuesday, September 18, 20187:00 PM

Dalhousie Community Center5432 Dalhart Road NW

Everyone welcome!

Join the DCAI recently joined the Dalhousie Community Association

after over 30 years of living in this wonderful community. I found myself unemployed with some time on my hands and heard about the Co-op and Birchwood developments and needed to know more. Even after only a few months and still learning, I have come to appreciate what a tremendous job this group of people continues to do on behalf of Dalhousie... ultimately on behalf of you and me. We are so fortunate in this community to have such a dedicated, committed group of people, both volunteers and paid staff. It is a privilege and honor to be part of this team. I am inviting you to get involved and join us in shaping the community we live in. Perhaps you, like me, find yourself with some extra time or are interested in learning more about where you live and play. As you know, many hands make light(and fun!) work, so please consider checking us out! One of our goals this year is to increase and improve representation on the Dalhousie Community Association of the residents in this diverse multicultural community spanning all age groups. We also would like to expand our skill set and currently seek those with a legal background, information technology or handyman skills, but all are appreciated and welcome for ideas and feedback. Give it some thought... it is very rewarding! Contact any Board Member for more information.

Christine Wutzke

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Back to School · started in March, so September was the seventh month. • The Anglo-Saxons called this month Gerst Monath, which means barley month. This is because they …