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By Todd Curran
Even a month before participating in the June 12th Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation walking fundraiser, Bronwyn Wheeler and Brittne Rasmussen are taking an extra step. The 21 year-old pair of Okotoks locals are organizing a garage sale on May 14th to help raise even more research money.
“Both of our fathers are diabetic,” Brittne says. “So we want to raise some awareness and make a donation that'll help make things better for people with this disease.”
The fundraising Garage and Bake Sale is taking place on May 14th from 8am to 4pm, at 33 Crystal Ridge Way in Okotoks. The Bake Sale is featuring ½ sugar-free treats and half regular baked goods. If you can't make the Sale, donate online by going to http://jdrfca.donordrive.com/index.cfm and searching team name "Beef". The team is donating all proceeds to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, so come out to support Juvenile Diabetes Research and two local Okotoks girls with big hearts!
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Royal Canadian Legion Branch #78, Turner Valley - To Manage Cemetery Expansion
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By Todd Curran
On April 23rd, MLA Ted Morton presented an $85,700 cheque to the Turner Valley Legion in aid of the Foothills Cemetery expansion project.
The project, which aims to double the regional cemetery's current size, is being executed by the MD of Foothills and the Towns of Black Diamond and Turner Valley under Legion management. “The cemetery is nearly at capacity right now,” says Turner Valley Legion President, Michel Jackson. “So, we're eager to get the expansion going. This money should go a long way toward achieving our goal.”
“This money is being really well spent,” Ted Morton says. “For families and communities to have a proper cemetery to bury their loved ones is important and we're hoping to see more collaboration between Black Diamond and Turner Valley on projects like this.”
The project is scheduled to start as soon as the ground thaws and is targeted for completion this summer.
By Todd Curran
On April 23rd, MLA Ted Morton presented an $85,700 cheque to the Turner Valley Legion in aid of the Foothills Cemetery expansion project.
The project, which aims to double the regional cemetery's current size, is being executed by the MD of Foothills and the Towns of Black Diamond and Turner Valley under Legion management. “The cemetery is nearly at capacity right now,” says Turner Valley Legion President, Michel Jackson. “So, we're eager to get the expansion going. This money should go a long way toward achieving our goal.”
“This money is being really well spent,” Ted Morton says. “For families and communities to have a proper cemetery to bury their loved ones is important and we're hoping to see more collaboration between Black Diamond and Turner Valley on projects like this.”
The project is scheduled to start as soon as the ground thaws and is targeted for completion this summer.
Lewis Memorial United Church - Spring Turkey Dinner
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Something smells good in the kitchen at Lewis Memorial United Church.
Their annual Springtime Turkey Dinner fundraiser will be held on Monday, May 16th at 125 Royal Avenue in Turner Valley.
This United Church is a bustling and busy home to various programs within the community such as Scouts, Guides, Sparks, Brownies, Literacy for Life, Mommy & Me and Middle Age Exercise programs, the Oilfields Food Bank and many more. These fundraising events are a vital and important aspect for continuing their Outreach into the community.
On May 16th, you'll be greeted by the aroma of roasting turkey. What could be better than that! Well, dessert of course, and this crew of volunteers will be offering a tempting, not-to-be missed selection of pies!!
There will be two seatings for dinner: 4:30pm and 5:30pm:
The cost is: Adults $12.00
Children (age 6-12) $7
Preschoolers – free
Tickets available at the door (cash or cheque only please). Or you may pre-purchase tickets during regular office hours (Tues/Thurs 9 am-3 pm).
Phone 403-933-4114 or visit: www.unitedchurchinthevalley.ca
Something smells good in the kitchen at Lewis Memorial United Church.
Their annual Springtime Turkey Dinner fundraiser will be held on Monday, May 16th at 125 Royal Avenue in Turner Valley.
This United Church is a bustling and busy home to various programs within the community such as Scouts, Guides, Sparks, Brownies, Literacy for Life, Mommy & Me and Middle Age Exercise programs, the Oilfields Food Bank and many more. These fundraising events are a vital and important aspect for continuing their Outreach into the community.
On May 16th, you'll be greeted by the aroma of roasting turkey. What could be better than that! Well, dessert of course, and this crew of volunteers will be offering a tempting, not-to-be missed selection of pies!!
There will be two seatings for dinner: 4:30pm and 5:30pm:
The cost is: Adults $12.00
Children (age 6-12) $7
Preschoolers – free
Tickets available at the door (cash or cheque only please). Or you may pre-purchase tickets during regular office hours (Tues/Thurs 9 am-3 pm).
Phone 403-933-4114 or visit: www.unitedchurchinthevalley.ca
Diamond Valley Project Green Day
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It's May—that means it's time for our annual Diamond Valley Project Green Day! This is the day when green-minded volunteers from Black Diamond, Turner Valley and the MD of Foothills come out, spruce up, help conserve the green areas of our communities.
“It's a great family event to kick off summer,” says John Stoll, chairman of the Town of Black Diamond Parks and Recreation Committee. “Our plans for this green morning include a river cleanup, green spaces cleanup, pocket garden weeding, Friendship Trail and highway cleanup, and planting trees in a park,” he adds.
According to Monique LeBlanc, manager of community services for the Town of Turner Valley, “Project Green Day is in line with our two communities' proud stewardship of the environment and we're delighted to be a part of such a great event.”
To speed up the registration process, we now have online registration at the towns' websites www.town.blackdiamond.ab.ca or: www.turnervalley.ca, plus in-person registration starting at 8:30am will be available, too.
What's in it for you? Project Green Day volunteers go first class all the way, from receiving feel-good work assignments, eco-friendly door prizes and an opportunity to check out energy- and water-saving displays, to being served morning tea and coffee and a fabulous BBQ lunch by the friendly folk of the Foothills Lions Club.
As this event grows bigger each year, several sponsors, including the Town of Black Diamond , the Town of Turner Valley, AG Foods-Country Food Mart, Hortscape, Foothills Lions Club, Volker Stevin and Diamond Valley Disposal have stepped up to show their support.
Please come out on May 14th morning, from 9:00am to noon, to show your support, too.
It's May—that means it's time for our annual Diamond Valley Project Green Day! This is the day when green-minded volunteers from Black Diamond, Turner Valley and the MD of Foothills come out, spruce up, help conserve the green areas of our communities.
“It's a great family event to kick off summer,” says John Stoll, chairman of the Town of Black Diamond Parks and Recreation Committee. “Our plans for this green morning include a river cleanup, green spaces cleanup, pocket garden weeding, Friendship Trail and highway cleanup, and planting trees in a park,” he adds.
According to Monique LeBlanc, manager of community services for the Town of Turner Valley, “Project Green Day is in line with our two communities' proud stewardship of the environment and we're delighted to be a part of such a great event.”
To speed up the registration process, we now have online registration at the towns' websites www.town.blackdiamond.ab.ca or: www.turnervalley.ca, plus in-person registration starting at 8:30am will be available, too.
What's in it for you? Project Green Day volunteers go first class all the way, from receiving feel-good work assignments, eco-friendly door prizes and an opportunity to check out energy- and water-saving displays, to being served morning tea and coffee and a fabulous BBQ lunch by the friendly folk of the Foothills Lions Club.
As this event grows bigger each year, several sponsors, including the Town of Black Diamond , the Town of Turner Valley, AG Foods-Country Food Mart, Hortscape, Foothills Lions Club, Volker Stevin and Diamond Valley Disposal have stepped up to show their support.
Please come out on May 14th morning, from 9:00am to noon, to show your support, too.
Ann & Sandy Cross Conservation Area
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Discovery is at the Root of Nature Safari Day Camps
By Kate Payne
It is almost that time of year again: the time for flowers to bloom, birds to sing and kids to be free for the summer.
But as always, there is the looming question… “what are we going to do this summer?” There are only so many levels of video games to complete and brothers and sisters can only be tolerated for so long before rivalries emerge. Luckily, the Ann & Sandy Cross Conservation Area is back with their Nature Safari Day Camps to keep kids busy through the summer.
The Nature Safari Day Camps are sure to have an activity for everyone, featuring everything from investigative treks across the land, to creative eco-crafts and exciting nature-based games. With four weeks of action-packed, theme-based days, there is always something new to discover.
Take the chance to delve into pond exploration, discover your creative side with the help of an inspiring vista and uncover the habits of native animals. Campers will play, laugh and explore together, making new friends and lots of terrific memories.
Camps cost $150/ week and run on the following dates from 9:00am - 4:00pm:
July 11-15 (ages 9-12)
July 18-22 (ages 6-8) - FULL
July 25-29 (ages 6-8)
Aug 8-12 (ages 9-12)*
*Please note that we will be allowing students as young as 7 ½ into our August camp if they have an older sibling attending the same camp who is over the age of 9 to accommodate parents’ schedules.
If you are interested in giving your children a summer filled with fun and discovery, call Laura at 403-931-2042 or e-mail lgriffin@crossconservation.org. For more information on the Ann & Sandy Cross Conservation Area, visit www.crossconservation.org
Discovery is at the Root of Nature Safari Day Camps
By Kate Payne
It is almost that time of year again: the time for flowers to bloom, birds to sing and kids to be free for the summer.
But as always, there is the looming question… “what are we going to do this summer?” There are only so many levels of video games to complete and brothers and sisters can only be tolerated for so long before rivalries emerge. Luckily, the Ann & Sandy Cross Conservation Area is back with their Nature Safari Day Camps to keep kids busy through the summer.
The Nature Safari Day Camps are sure to have an activity for everyone, featuring everything from investigative treks across the land, to creative eco-crafts and exciting nature-based games. With four weeks of action-packed, theme-based days, there is always something new to discover.
Take the chance to delve into pond exploration, discover your creative side with the help of an inspiring vista and uncover the habits of native animals. Campers will play, laugh and explore together, making new friends and lots of terrific memories.
Camps cost $150/ week and run on the following dates from 9:00am - 4:00pm:
July 11-15 (ages 9-12)
July 18-22 (ages 6-8) - FULL
July 25-29 (ages 6-8)
Aug 8-12 (ages 9-12)*
*Please note that we will be allowing students as young as 7 ½ into our August camp if they have an older sibling attending the same camp who is over the age of 9 to accommodate parents’ schedules.
If you are interested in giving your children a summer filled with fun and discovery, call Laura at 403-931-2042 or e-mail lgriffin@crossconservation.org. For more information on the Ann & Sandy Cross Conservation Area, visit www.crossconservation.org
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