Communities in Bloom Alberta & theAlberta Horticultural Association present:

Conference & AwardsSeptember 22 & 23, 2017

Lacombe Memorial Centre - Lacombe, AB

2017 Registration Package

- Cultivating Community -

Conference DetailsEnjoy this year’s conference in the rolling parkland of Central Alberta surrounded by an abundance of cultural attractions. Lacombe proudly offers a stunning trail system, many festivals and rec-reational opportunities. Walking Tour Brochures will guide you through the fascinating historical buildings and downtown murals.

Enjoy a guided walking tour of Lacombe’s historical treasures. The guide will take you back in time and share stories from Lacombe’s past as you are led throughout the historic downtown and learn about the unique buildings and beautiful murals.

The Ecovision Geodesic Greenhouse tour at the Lacombe High School will feature a student-led tour of the many ways that project is inspiring & empowering students to become ecological leaders. Participants will see their outdoor classroom, garden and edible forest. The tour will also look at composting, solar recycling and greenhouse project. A permaculture area and award-winning Bee Wise program will also be featured.

FEATURED SPEAKERCultivating My CommunitySat, Sept 23 • 8:45 am - 9:30 am

Kath Smyth, horticulturist at Calgary Horticultural Society, will discuss building community with horticulture.

Gardening touches many facets of life like food and nutrition, health, environment, and neighborhoods.

Join Kath as she brings us tips on how to use horticulture and gardening to build communities.

FEATURED STUDY TOURSFri, Sept 22 • 3:00 - 5:00 pm

Conference Overview

2:30 - 7:00 PM Registration Table Open & Silent Auction Drop-Off

3:00 - 5:00 PMStudy Tours - Historical Walking Tour - Ecovision Geodesic Greenhouse Tour

7:00 - 9:30 PM

Wine, Cheese & Chocolate Reception - Greetings from the Mayor of Lacombe - Welcome from AHA President & ARPA CEO - Local Entertainment - CiB Community Speaker

FRIDAY, SEPT 22

SATURDAY, SEPT 238:00 AM Registration Opens

8:30 - 8:45 AM Welcome

8:45 - 9:30 AM KEYNOTE - Kath Smyth, Horticulturist

9:30 - 10:30 AM

Breakout Sessions

What’s New for 2018?

Andrea Cleland

Making it Happen: “Environmental Action” in Action

Grace Fix

10:30 - 10:45 AM Coffee Break

11:00 - 12:00 PM

Breakout Sessions

Volunteer Vibes: How to Get ‘Em & Keep ‘Em

Berta Briggs - ModeratorKathy Gammon, Carol Szadoroszney

Composing a Spring Bulb Garden: Choose Bulbs to Create and Eight-Week Season of Bloom

Kath Smyth

12:00 - 1:00 PM Lunch

1:00 - 2:15 PM Breakout Sessions

Ecological Landscaping: Designing forYourself & Beyond

Cynthia Pohl

Working with Nature: Holistic StormwaterManagement

Leta van Duin

2:15 - 2:45 PM Coffee Break

2:45 - 4:00 pm

Breakout Sessions

Build a Killer Community Profile Book

Sherry Cote Roots to Power: Understanding & Harnessing your Community Gardens

Ken Lehman, City of Red DeerQuick Corsages & Centrepieces

Lorna McIlroy

4:00 - 5:00 PM Rest & Relaxation

5:00 - 6:00 PM Cocktails, Live Entertainment & Silent Auction

6:00 - 9:00 PM AHA & CiB Banquet - Communities in Bloom Alberta Award Presentations

Registration & Accommodations

Location: Lacombe Memorial Centre - 5214 50 Ave, Lacombe, Alberta

Registration fee includes:

- All meals including: Wine, cheese & chocolate reception, breakfast, lunch, banquet & coffee breaks - Study tours, presentations, and entertainment

CLICK HERE to register for the full conference. Cost = $90 +GST

REGISTRATION DETAILS

HOTELS & MOTELSBest Western Lacombe Inn & Suites Address: 4751 – 63 Street, LacombePhone: (888) 670-7234 or Local 403-782-3535Website

Greenway Inn Address: 5401 Hwy 2A, Lacombe, T4L 1A9 Phone: 403-782-7826Website

Country Club Inn Address: 6205 – 50 Ave, Lacombe, T4L 1K7 Phone: 403-782-7878 Website

Lacombe Motor Inn Address: 5136 Hwy 2A, Lacombe, T4L 1Y8Phone: 403-782-2424Website

We invite you to contribute a community pride item to the AHA & CiB Alberta Silent Auction.

Elizabeth View B & BAddress: 37 Wildrose St. Rosedale Valley, Lacombe, AB, Canada, T4L 1Y4Phone: (403) 782-3407Website

BillyCo Junction B & BAddress: 40110 – Range Road 260, Lacombe, AlbertaPhone: (403) 782- 4263Website

50th Avenue House B & BAddress: 5424 50th AvePhone: (403) 782-4264Website

BED & BREAKFASTS

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION:

Rob Spencer, Conference Chair Ph: 403-742-7563e: robert.spencer@gov.ab.ca

Karen Snethun, CiB AB Coordinator Ph: 403-789-6287e: ksnethun@arpaonline.ca

See you there!