Resource Tour of Thorncliffe, Greenview and Highland Park!

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Explore what your community offers in this Resource Tour of Thorncliffe, Greenview & Highland Park.  We will stop at different spots to hear what programs & services are available.

The tour will be the first week of April (date and time to be confirmed).  If you want to sign up, contact Tasneem Zaman with the Calgary Neighbourhoods at 403-861-8642 or Tasneem.zaman@calgary.ca

Children must be accompanied by a parent.

Brought to you by the Strong Neighbourhood Collaborative.

Volunteer Opportunities available for April's HPCA FREE CLOTHING GIVEAWAY!

To assist families and individuals in need during this economic downturn Highland Park Community Association has decided to add a second free Clothing Giveaway event for this year, instead of holding this just once per year.  For our event last fall we were able to provide clothes for 155 individuals and families who were shopping for a total of 443 people. We know we are making a difference for people. 

So mark it on your calendars, the next Clothing Giveaway event will be on Saturday April 16.  As always, this event is held in partnership with several churches in our area.  The event will be open to the public from 1 pm to 3:00 pm at our hall, at 37162 St. NW.  Come and get some gently used clothing for your children, or yourself.

We also couldn’t put on this event without the help of many volunteers.  Last fall we had 46 volunteers to help pull it all together, many of whom worked more than 1 shift. Volunteers are needed both beforehand and on the day to make this event a success. So, if you can volunteer for this event, we can really use your help!

Volunteer shifts and duties on the day are:
9:00 am to 12:30 pm:  tasks include:

  • setting up tables, racks, and sorting boxes for clothing
  • putting up signage  
  • sorting clothes into categories & sizes
  • greeting customers before doors open and asking them to do a short survey

12:30 pm to 4:00 pm:  tasks include:

  • greeting customers on arrival and asking them to do a short survey
  • handing out shopping bags to customers, and helping customers find items
  • re-stocking / re-folding clothes on tables
  • after doors close to customers, putting away tables, racks, and boxes
  • packing up leftover clothes to be donated
  • cleaning up leftover food & beverages

Please note, all volunteers will be provided with lunch, snacks, and beverages during their shift, as well as getting a first look at the clothing that has been donated.  To volunteer for this event, or to do some of the preparatory tasks in advance (shopping for supplies, creating messaging, contacting service providers such as Thornhill Library or North Central Resource Centre regarding providing information to customers at the event), please contact HPCAVolunteerCoord@gmail.com, or call Anne at 403-276-5048.

To donate clothing for this event, you can make arrangements to drop off items with one of the participating churches up to 1 week in advance:  Northminster United Church, Jubilee Christian Centre, Highland Mennonite Brethren Church, or Centre St. Church.  You can also drop off items at Highland Park Hall the night before the event (Friday April 15 ONLY, from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm) and also on Saturday April 16 from 9 am to 2 pm. 

For more information:
Please contact Anne at HPCAVolunteerCoord@gmail.com or call 403-276-5048
or email Rosalind Kohut at rozkohut@gmail.com

 

Highland Park Preschool 2016/2017 Registration now open!

We are pleased to announce that things are on track to open the school in our newly renovated space in September. In addition, in 2016 we have decided to merge the organization with that of the Highland Park Community Association. Both organizations will benefit from our new relationship. We are excited to leverage the expertise of the HPCA Board of Directors, while ensuring that the parents will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the preschool. 

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IMPORTANT: Clearing Snow and Ice from Sidewalks

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Clearing Snow and Ice from Sidewalks

Clear and safe sidewalks are essential for many Calgarians, especially those with disabilities, older adults, and children who walk to and from school. Under the Street Bylaw 20M88, the owner(s) and/or occupant(s) of a private property are required to clear snow and ice from sidewalks in the front or to the side of their property within 24 hours of a snowfall. If the sidewalk is not cleared within that time, The City may have the snow and ice removed from the sidewalk at the property owner’s expense. If you own a rental property, you are responsible for ensuring that adjacent sidewalks and pathways are cleared. 

Snow Angels

Keeping sidewalks shoveled, ice-free and safe can be very challenging for older adults and other Calgarians who have limited mobility. The Snow Angels campaign encourages citizens to clear snow and ice from the sidewalks of their neighbours who may be less able to do it themselves. Watch for people in your neighbourhood who could use help removing snow and ice and lend them a hand. For more information please visit www.calgary.ca/snowangels.

Tips for Shoveling Snow and Ice

  • Stretch before you begin to shovel;
  • Keep warm and wear layered clothing;
  • Use an ergonomic shaped snow shovel to help reduce back pain and make shoveling easier;
  • Space your hands on the shovel to increase leverage;
  • Lift with your knees, not your back;
  • Clearing snow soon after it falls can prevent snow and ice from building up on your sidewalk; 
  • After removing the snow, you can apply road salt/de-icer wherever necessary. This makes it easier for pedestrians to walk past your house;

Highland Park Comm. Clean Up Event

Community Cleanup coming…In the Fall !!

Mark Saturday, September 10 on your calendars for our next Highland Park Community Clean-up Event.

We weren’t able to get a suitable Spring date, like we were hoping, but the Fall will give you the opportunity to clean up more of the items for discard lurking in your house, garage or shed.

Like last year, there will be a city truck for garbage and another one for organic matter – like garden and flower debris.  We plan to arrange for metals and electronics recycling, as well as enabling your donations of clothing & small housewares.

Watch for future newsletter and webpage announcements with more specific information.

Thank you Karen for organizing the Sushi Class!

In October we had a fun Sunday afternoon Sushi Making Class organized by Karen from the community!  It was a great turnout and mountains of delicious Sushi Rolls were created!  If you attended this class... Thank you!  

Does anyone have any ideas for future get-togethers?  We would LOVE to hear from you!
One resident mentioned organizing a "Guitar Hero" event...lol... I will keep you posted!
(wink!)

Beginner Square Dancing at Highwood Community Hall !

Note from post contributor: "I stopped by Highwood Comm. Hall to check out this class and to ask questions... The people were so friendly and the age group ranges from late 20's to almost 90 years young... LOVE IT!   Will I be heading out to next weeks class?  You Bet!  Hope to see you there!" 

This is NOT your grandparent’s Square Dancing! We still dosado but we also recycle, star promenade and scoot back! Done to all types of music from C&W to rock; the people are fun, and the dancing is great!  It is exercise for the heart, mind and soul. No required outfits or costumes. Wear comfortable indoor shoes. Start ANY Monday!

 

Need to miss a week or more? NO PROBLEM!

Slow learner, fast learner? NO PROBLEM!

No partner? NO PROBLEM!

Two-left feet? NO PROBLEM!

Quality Instruction!  

 

Cost: $6 per person per class - first time is FREE!

Every Monday from 7:30-9:30 pm at Highwood Community Hall, 16 Harlow Avenue NW.

Light refreshments provided 

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