Town of coaldale leisure guide spring and summer 2014

COALDALE LEISURE GUIDE - SPRING & SUMMER 2014 - 1

Spring & Summer 2014

2 - COALDALE LEISURE GUIDE - SPRING & SUMMER 2014

Welcome to our Spring/Summer 2014 edition of the Town of Coaldale Leisure Guide. This guide was designed for you, our local residents, to help provide information on activities, programs and events throughout our com-munity.

Inside you will find information about community groups, sporting groups, recreational opportunities, town programming and volunteer opportunities.

The Leisure Guide is just one of the ways the Town of Coaldale is working to provide local resi-dents with up-to-date information as provided by the various sporting groups, community organiza-tions and programs operating in our town.

Increasing communications about Town activities, programs and events is one of the top priorities for the Town of Coaldale. We welcome every opportunity to share the stories of our community and encourages everyone to take time to read through the Leisure Guide.

As Coaldale continues to grow more and more people will come to call our community home. We want everyone to feel they are part of our community, our Coaldale.

Town Council is proud of the team of people in our community, both volunteers and Town staff, who work so hard to create and promote both recreational and cultural opportunities for our area residents.- Mayor Kim Craig

A great place to live, work and play

How to get involved in your communityTh e community of Coaldale is fortunate to have several

community based organizations and clubs which provide a means for local residents to be involved in community pro-grams and projects.

Over the years these groups have supported numerous projects from playgrounds to community events. Monthly meetings are the general requirement with each organization also hosting specifi c events throughout the year.

For more information on each of these organizations please contact them directly.

Coaldale Community Garden SocietyContact: Deborah Colling 587-220-4161Email: [email protected]

Coaldale Community Wellness AssociationContact: Jacky Skiba 403-345-6911Email: [email protected]

Coaldale & District Chamber of CommerceContact: Dixie McCarley 403-345-2358Email: [email protected]

Coaldale Fish & Game AssociationContact: Ron Nelson 403-345-4504

Communities in BloomContact: Brenda Isaak Takao 403-345-2229Email: [email protected]

Gem of the West MuseumContact: Duncan Lloyd 403-345-5000Email: [email protected]

Kinsmen Club of CoaldaleContact: Peter Goertzen 403-345-5612 or Jack Van Rijn 403-382-0099Email: [email protected] or [email protected]

Kinette Club of CoaldaleContact: Meredith McNeill 403-332-3155Email: [email protected]

Knights of CoumbusContact: Garry Spiess 403-381-1768Email: [email protected]

Rotary Club of CoaldaleContact: Colleen Valin 403-345-4994Email: [email protected]


Dear Mom,

We love living here in Coaldale.They have this fantastic Leisure Guide that

lets me see all the great activities happening for Spring and Summer. I’ve already bookmarked a bunch of things

for us to do when you visit.Can’t wait to see you!

xoxo Sandy

Find out more online at our website, www.coaldale.ca

INSIDE THIS ISSUE:Connecting to the Community . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 4Upcoming Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 5Coaldale Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 8Summer Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 9Community Organizations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pages 6-20Pool Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pages 16 & 17Sports & Recreation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pages 21-31Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back Cover

Emergency Services Contacts:In the Town of Coaldale emergency services are avail-able 24 hours per day/7 days a week, including fi re, ambu-lance and police services.For Emergencies Only: Call 911 and a dispatch op-erator will assist you.

Lethbridge Regional Police Service 135-1 Avenue SouthLethbridge, AB T1J 0A1Admin Phone: 403-327-2210Complaints: 403-328-4444Fax: 403-328-6999www.lethbridgepolice.ca

Coaldale & District Emergency Services1507-20th AvenueBox 1571Coaldale, AB T1M 1N3Phone: 403-345-1330Fax: 403-345-1335www.coaldaleanddistrictes.ca


Connecting to the CommunityIn an eff ort to assist community groups with promotion of their organizations, programs and events, the Town of Coaldale’s Community Services Department is providing several options for connecting with the community.

Stephanie WierlCommunity Services Manager

Kathy BlyCommunications Coordinator

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Website:

Th e Town of Coaldale website, www.coaldale.ca provides information in a variety of ways includ-ing public notices, Community Calendar, facility overviews, etc.

Community Calendar:

Located on the town’s website, the Community Calendar provides an easy way for groups to submit events, meetings and programs in a timely manner.

Town Marquees:

Th ere are two marquees maintained by the town.

One is on the Coaldale Sportsplex - the ice arena,

while the other is on the Community Centre.

Social Media:

Information posted on the Community Calendar will be used to populate our Social Media chan-nels as we see fi t.

Twitter @CoaldaleAB

Facebook www.facebook.ca/CoaldaleAB

Is your group or organization on social media? Use #Coaldale to connect to the community.

Leisure Guide:

Th e town publishes a Leisure Guide three times a year:

Spring/Summer, Fall and Winter. Local businesses groups, organizations, and community-based events can be promoted in the guide.

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403-345-1325

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Upcoming events . . .March 11 & 12: Baseball and Soccer registra-

tion takes place 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at RI Baker Middle School. For more info on baseball email [email protected] and for soccer email [email protected]

March 22: Coaldale and District Chamber of Commerce annual Appreciation and Awards Banquet. For more information or to purchase tickets for this event contact the Chamber offi ce at 403-345-2358 or email [email protected]

March 27: Coaldale Figure Skating Club’s year-end performance begins at 6:30 p.m. at the Sportsplex. Th is year’s theme: It’s a Jungle in Here”. For more infor-mation contact coaldalefi [email protected]

March 29: Don’t miss the 5th annual Coaldale Family 5K Fun Run at 10 a.m. at the Coaldale Chris-tian School. Visit www.racepro.ca/coaldale for more information.

May 10: Th e Alberta Birds of Prey Centre in Coaldale opens for the season. Th e Centre is open daily from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. until Sept. 10.

May 23: Summer Fun Mass Registration for Coaldale swimming lessons, summer programs and the Southern Alberta Summer Games. Come to the HUB activity room between 3 and 6 p.m.

May 24: Summer Fun Mass Registration for all things summer in Coaldale. Register for swimming lessons, summer programs and the Southern Alberta Summer Games. Registration is open 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the HUB activity room.

May 25: 13th Annual Coaldale Custom Cruisers Show & Shine, South of the Curling Rink. Registration 10 a.m. to noon, Show runs noon to 4 p.m. For more info contact Gary Klassen at 403-330-4598.

June 2: Coaldale Pool opens for the summer season, weather permitting. For more details visit the town’s website at www.coaldale.ca

June 6: Spray park and wading pool at the Tot Lot, 2211-16 Street, opens for the season, weather per-mitting. For more information go to www.coaldale.ca

June 7: Fift h Annual Carnage in Coaldale De-molition Derby at 1 p.m. For registration contact Jay at 403-795-8510, Lee at 403-312-7022 or email [email protected]

July to September: Wednesdays from 3:30 to 7 p.m. the Coaldale and District Agricultural Society hosts a Farmer’s Market indoors and outdoors at the Community Centre. For more information email: [email protected] or call 403-328-5788.

July 1: Swimming pool grand opening celebra-tion for the new season, weather permitting. Fun for the whole family, featuring a barbecue and a host of activities. Email [email protected] for more informa-tion or check out the town’s Community Calendar closer to the date.

July 2-5: Southern Alberta Summer Games in Pincher Creek. Th e 45th annual Games will feature 26 Sports & Events. For more information contact your Regional Directors Offi ce at [email protected] or check out the Games Website: www.southernalberta-summergames.com

July 4-6: Settlers Days weekend in Coaldale. An-nual Candy parade, featuring 1,500 lbs. of candy, goes Saturday, July 5 at 11 a.m. Decorate your bike, dress up in a costume, hitch up your horse and wagon and come join us for the parade.

July 14-18 and 21-25: Sport Explorerz runs daily from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Th e fi rst week for 9 to 12 year olds and the second week for 6 to 8 year olds. Th is summer program provides an introduction to a variety of sports and physical activities. For more information email [email protected] or call 403-345-1300.

August 11-14 and 18-22: Coaldale Ex-plorerz runs daily from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Th e fi rst week for 9 to 12 year olds and the second week for 6 to 8 year olds. Th is summer program is a Coaldale cultural journey in your own backyard. Investigate nature, music, sports, dramatic play, art, physical activity, lit-erature, history and more. For more information email [email protected] or call 403-345-1300.

Keep up to date on community events.Click on Community Calendar at www.coaldale.ca


BARONS-EUREKA-WARNER FAMILY AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

SERVICES (FCSS) &

PARENT LINK CENTRE (serving Coaldale and County of Lethbridge)

2107 – 13th Street, Coaldale - 403-405-4466

Strengthening families through:

PARENT PROGRAMS/PARENT LINK CENTRE - Maria Klassen or Cynthia Chisholm Your Parenting & Family Coach can help you with the following: Parent Education, Family Support, Early Childhood Development and Information and Referrals.

Bringing Baby Home Infant Massage Baby & Me Stay & Play Daddy & Me

COPEing With Toddler Behaviour Developmental Check-ups Triple P Parenting Program Move it! Move it!

TEEN PROGRAMS – Tanie Reid-Walker Why Try? School Presentations Between Friends Mentoring Brain Development Presentations

Community Activities Counselling for Teens and Parents Navigating the Teen Years Girls Groups

COUNSELLING PROGRAMS – Lisa Vanden Dungen or Tanie Reid-Walker Counselling: Individuals, Couples,

Families Getting the Best Out of Life

Family Life Education Grief Group Support Group Facilitation

SENIORS’ WELLNESS PROGRAM – Kori Kuryvial (403-223-7230) Between Friends COMPASS (Caregiver Support) Living Healthy with a Chronic

Condition

Seniors Information and Support Support Group Facilitation Seniors Conferences

These programs are funded by provincial and municipal governments. Programs are at NO CHARGE!

Check for current programs under Activity Calendars on our

website. www.bewfcss.ab.ca



Coaldale Public Library Member of the Chinook Arch Regional Library System

Find Us 2014 - 18 Street

Coaldale, AB Phone: (403) 345-1340 [email protected] www.coaldalelibrary.ca

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Join us

Town of Coaldale: FREE

County of Lethbridge: Adults $9.00

Family $18.00

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Library Hours: Monday-Thursday

11 am – 9 pm

Friday & Saturday 11 am- 5 pm

This summer, spend some time with us!

Hot Book Club 30 minutes of paired reading with an older reader, followed by 30 minutes of games activities and fun for students who have completed Gr. 1-3!

July 8– August 14, 2013

Tuesdays & Thursdays at 11 am - 12 noon

Registration begins June 1.

Summer Reading Club Interactive storytelling, games, crafts, sing-alongs and prizes to improve and promote reading through the summer months for students in K-6!

July 2– August 20

Wednesdays at 11:00am-12:00 noon OR 2:00pm-3:00pm

This is a drop in program, no registration is required.

Small Wonders Rhymes, tickles and fun for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and a caregiver

Date: March 19- April 23

Time: Wednesdays at 11-11:30 am

This program is FREE but please call to register

Tween Club Students in Grades 4-7 are invited to the Library for games, movies, crafts, snacks, prizes and more.

Time: 2:30-4 pm on the last Friday of the month. Call to register.

Great reads for $1 or less Saturday, July 5 at 12– 5 pm

All proceeds to the Coaldale Public Library Friends Society

Book Sale


Sport Explorerz Sport Explorerz is a great introduction to a variety of sports and physical activity in a safe, inclusive and cooperative environment. Sport Explorerez offers a variety of games and activi-ties focused on developing the FUNdamental movement skills, such as running, jumping and throwing, these skills are critical for creating lifelong movers. Participants will discover how agility, balance, coordination and speed relate to various sports. They will explore team work and fair play as well as investigate healthy ways to fuel their bodies for sport.

9-4 p.m. July 14 - 18 (9-12yrs) July 21 - 25 (6-8yrs)

Coaldale ExplorerzJoin the Coaldale Explorerz in a summer cultural journey! Explore what our community has to offer right in our own backyard. Coaldale Explorerz will investigate nature, music, sports, dra-matic play, art, physical activity, literature, history and more! Check out all of the great cultural opportunities our community has to offer in a fun and interactive way.

9-4 p.m. August 11 - 15 (9-12yrs) August 18 - 22 (6-8yrs)

Coaldale Summer Programs

Fee: $175Registration: opens April 7. Registration forms can be found at www.coaldale.ca or at the Town Office.Camp Location: HUB (2107 – 13 Street)Information: [email protected]


For more information contact:403-345-3160

[email protected]


4-H clubs have a lot to offer youth in the region with a wide variety of clubs from livestock to multi-purpose clubs. Every club follows the program outlined by 4-H Canada and includes public speaking, community services and other activities.

Coaldale 4-H Equestrian ClubIn the Coaldale region there are several 4-H Clubs including

the Coaldale 4-H Equestrian Club which has been active since 1973 and currently has 24 members and fi ve Cleaver Kids. The Club begins in October of each year. The main projects cover horsemanship Levels 1-3 and Levels 4-7.

Other projects offered are Young Horse, Reining, Dressage, and Jumping, to name a few. Members participate in many activities throughout the year, such as record book keeping,

public speaking, community service, fundraising, riding lessons, gymkhanas, Achievement Day in June and the Regional 4-H Horse Show in August.

For more information, you can contact Kathy Withage at 403- 345-5454 or Sharon Jongerden 403- 894-3747.

Lethbridge-Coaldale 4-H Beef ClubThe Lethbridge-Coaldale 4-H Beef Club has been active since 1923. Club members can do projects ranging

from Market Steer and Breeding Heifer to Cow-Calf pairs. The club begins their projects in the fall and partici-pates in Show and Sale in June. For more information on the club contact [email protected]

Readymade 4-H Beef ClubThe Readymade 4-H Beef Club has been active for 45 years. Currently the club has nine members with steer

and heifer projects.The club meets once a month and is involved in various activities. Each year club members do public speak-

ing, record keeping, judging, community service and host an annual achievement day where the members show and sell their projects.

There are opportunities for members to attend workshops and summer camps. 4-H is a great opportunity for kids age 9-21 to learn life skills and have fun while doing it. If you are interested or have any questions, please contact Brian at 403-234-2986 or Gerrad at 403-222-2224.

TNT 4-H Multi-ClubThe TNT (Trades and Technology) 4-H Multi-Club is an active club participating in all 4-H has to of-

fer. Projects include everything from woodworking and welding to photography, small engines and seed art. Members also participate in public speaking, community service and fun fundraising activities. For information contact Elizabeth Tokariuk at 403-320-7617.

Wild and Wooly 4-H ClubThe Wild and Wooly 4-H Club is a group of young people learning citizenship, leadership and life skills.

Members buy their projects (a market lamb and/or breeding and mature ewes) in April and sell them at the fi nal achievement day on June 14, 2014 at the Lethbridge Exhibition. To prepare for the achievement day members meet with their projects for weigh-ins, sheering day, mini-shows and more.

The club has 28 members and 12 cleavers (6-8 years old). We meet once a month, every second Tuesday at Sunnyside School just outside of Lethbridge from October until June. The club is involved with highway clean-up, helping with the parade of lights in Coaldale, Santa Claus workshop in Picture Butte and many other community services. It is a fun way to meet lots of new friendly people. For more information you can contact our leader Frances Pittman at 403-757-2395 or by email at [email protected]

4-H: Learn to do by doing


Due to the popular response to the town’s promotion of E-billing and the February prize draw, the town has decided to host a second draw.

Anyone who registers for E-billing by May 30, 2014 will have their name entered in the second draw for a chance to win a pizza gift certifi cate, movie passes or a family swim pass for the upcoming season.

Anyone who has previously registered for E-billing will be included in the draw.

Not only does E-Bill save time and reduce handling and mailing costs it also gives residents the convenience of being able to access their town bill anywhere they can access their email.

With E-Bill, residents can also receive their bills in a timely manner rather than by traditional mail delivery. Sending bills electronically is also more environmentally responsible as it doesn’t generate any actual paper billing.

Not only can residents receive their town bills by email but they can also receive the town’s monthly newsletter. If you would like to receive an E-Bill, please contact Julie at 403-345-1318. Th e E-Bill agreement form can alsobe found on the Town Website, www.coaldale.ca

Tax Installment Payment Plan (TIPP): Enrollment continues for the TIPP (Tax Installment

Payment Plan) for the 2014 taxation year. If you don’t currently enjoy the benefi ts of 12 monthly payments from January to December each year and would like to enroll in

the program, please return your signed application form to the Town. Applications are accepted up until May 31, 2014 for the 2014 taxation year. Application forms are available on our website: www.coaldale.ca , or at the Town offi ce.

Phone Kathy at 403- 345-1317 for more information.

E-billing second prize draw

Community Calendar- a community connection

In an effort to assist local residents and local organi-zations in connecting with each other, the Town of Coaldale hosts a Commu-nity Calendar on its website.

Anyone can go to www.coaldale.ca and fi nd the link to the Community Calen-dar near the bottom of the front page of the website. The calendar provides an easy way

for groups to submit events, meetings and programs in a timely manner.

The direct link is https://sites.google.com/a/coaldale.ca/coaldale-community-calendar/

Within two business days Community Services will

either upload your submission to the calendar or contact you for more information.

To submit an item: 1. Go to www.coaldale.ca and scroll down to the Community Calendar. 2. Click “View Full Calendar3. On calendar page click “Submit your event” where you will be able to fi ll out a

form which will be reviewed by Community Services.



Promoting community involvementThe Coaldale Community Wellness Association advocates, acts as a catalyst and raises funds

to provide funding in the areas of : • building community capacity• health and wellness• leadership and innovation• children, youth, families and seniorsAll of this is undertaken with a view to

improving the quality of life for residents in the community.

Grants are provided to not-for-profi t or-ganizations who have demonstrated fi scal responsibility and the capacity to manage initiatives effectively.

Since 2007 the Association has provided over $580,000 in grants to organizations which provide programs and services to our community.

The Association has partnered with other community organization on such projects as the upgrades to the Sportsplex, the Spray Park, playgrounds and Quads. We have also provided funding for band instruments for our local schools, chairs for the Gem of the West Museum, a pulse meter for emergency services and physiotherapy equipment for the local health centre in addition to numerous other worthwhile community projects.

For more information on the Coaldale Community Wellness Association email [email protected] or visit our website at www.coaldalewellness.com

Lend a helping hand and have FUN

The Kinsmen Club of Coaldale is looking for non-profi t groups for a fundraising opportunity to help them with the upcoming “Carnage in Coaldale” Demolition Derby to be held June 7.

We are looking for food ventors and groups to look after clean-up of the facility during and after the demoli-tion derby.

We are also looking for volunteers to work the derby under the guidance of the Kinsmen. All volunteers will receive free Derby entrance, a t-shirt and a lunch coupon. Various volunteer positions available on a fi rst come, fi rst

serve basis. Time commitment will range from four to six hours.Kinsmen Club of Coaldale are also looking for musicians to play at an open micro-

phone “plug in and play” stage located in our Beer Gardens during our 5th Annual “Carnage in Coaldale” Demolition Derby. Will be good exposure for you and a great way to get you name out to the general public. The stage will be be going from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. If you are interested in volunteering at the Derby or performing please e-mail [email protected] or call Jack at (403) 345-5820



June Pool ScheduleMONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY

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June Pool ScheduleMonday to Friday - noon to 9 p.m.Saturday and Sunday - 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.

General InformationDirect phone line: 345-1346Email: [email protected]

Pool Rental RatesEntire FacilityUnder 30 people - $110.00/hour30-50 people - $140.00/hour50+ people - $160.00/hour

Private Gazebo$80/hour (includes 15 swim passes if rented during Public Swim)

Age Daily Admission 10x passChild 0-5 Free FreeYouth 6-12 $3.00 $27.00Adult 13 + $4.00 $36.00Senior 65 + $3.50 $31.50Family Rate (2 adults/4 Youth) $15.00 n/a

Aquaclass $5.00 $45.00

Season PassesYouth Season Pass $55.00Adult Season Pass $75.00Senior Season Pass $60.00Family Season Pass (2 Adults/4 Youth)

Each Additional Member

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July/August Pool ScheduleMONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY

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July/August Pool ScheduleMonday to Friday - 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.Saturday and Sunday - 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

General InformationDirect phone line: 345-1346Email: [email protected]

Pool Rental RatesEntire FacilityUnder 30 people - $110.00/hour30-50 people - $140.00/hour50+ people - $160.00/hour

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Age Daily Admission 10x passChild 0-5 Free FreeYouth 6-12 $3.00 $27.00Adult 13 + $4.00 $36.00Senior 65 + $3.50 $31.50Family Rate (2 adults/4 Youth) $15.00 n/a

Aquaclass $5.00 $45.00

Season PassesYouth Season Pass $55.00Adult Season Pass $75.00Senior Season Pass $60.00Family Season Pass (2 Adults/4 Youth)

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Community Recycling Site: Hours of Operation: Monday-Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.Location: 1421 – 13 Street, East of Town of Coaldale shop

Items accepted at this site: Cardboard & box board, Mixed paper, Newsprint & magazines, Books, Tin Cans, Glass, All electronics, Large metal items and Fridges, freezers, water coolers & air conditioners- for which a $20 fee is assessed.

Please note this is NOT a location for refund-able recyclables.

For any items not on this list please refer to the recycling pamphlet or the town’s website at www.coaldale.ca

Spring CleanupThe Town uses a coupon voucher system to

help offset the cost to dispose of additional waste. Landfi ll coupons/tokens are used to cover the City of Lethbridge’s disposal fees.

These coupons can be used by residents to dispose of additional waste that typically follows spring cleanup, household renovations and other “deep cleans.”

The goal of this program is to make spring cleanup and other residential maintenance more convenient and affordable for residents. Addition-

ally, the coupon service can be utilized year round, so home renovations do not have to coincide with an annual, and at times unpredictable, cleanup schedule.

For more information on the program go to Town’s website at coaldale.ca or http://www.coal-dale.ca/services/utilities-and-services/

Th is group is for individuals who are facing the challenges of separation or divorce and will feature discussion covering topics such as grief, loneliness, coping, health and wellbeing, self-esteem, parenting, dating, moving on, and redefi ning your life. Join together to support individuals who are facing a similar experience.

Th is support group is hosted by Barons-Eureka-Warner Family and Community Support Services counsellor Lisa Vanden Dungen and is open to individuals living in the Lethbridge County, Coaldale, Taber, M.D of Taber, Warner, County of Warner, Raymond and Stirling.

Th is is a free group being held at the Coaldale Hub located at 2107-13 Street Coaldale. Th e group will meet every other week on Monday evenings for seven sessions starting March 3, 2014 at 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Registration is required. Please phone and leave a message with your name and phone number or email address.

Divorce Support Group

For additional assistance Barons-Eureka-Warner FCSS off ers a wide variety of counselling programs. COUNSELLING: Professional counselling services are off ered in an eff ort to strengthen and support indi-

viduals, families and communities. We provide these services to people experiencing stress or diffi culties and for those who want to improve their lives.

Our goal is to reduce family and social breakdown. We encourage and facilitate personal awareness, growth and emotional well-being through education and group activities.

Support groups can be organized around specifi c issuesInformational/educational presentations on personal relationships and family living are available


Guiding: A great activity for all girls

Activities, fees, eligibility:All units follow a prescribed, age-appropriate pro-

gram that includes badge work, games and songs, crafts, service work, camping and outings, skills development and personal development.

Guiding is open to girls of any faith or cultural back-ground, and no special skills or talents are required. We do accept girls with special needs, and funding is avail-able to families who have a fi nancial need. Registration starts in September (and girls are encouraged to enrol at that time), but girls may join at any time throughout the year.

Fees range between $100-$130 per year in Coal-

dale, with camp trips and special outings extra. Some activities may be paid for through fundraising. Girls are also asked to purchase a uniform (used ones sometimes available) and program book.

Leaders: We are always looking for good people to join us and welcome any questions or inquiries. There is no experience required to be a leader and you don’t have to have been in Guiding as a girl. For more information about the local Guiding programs please call Zyna Tay-lor at 403-345-5683 or email [email protected]

For more information on the Girl Guides of Canada go to www.girlguides.ca or for the local units go to www.facebook.com/CoaldaleGuiding

Sparks – Ages 5-6 (Kindergarten and Grade 1)Meets: Monday nights at

Mennonite Brethren Church, 6-7 p.m.Leader: Cindy Tanghe

Brownies – Ages 7-8 (Grade 2 and 3)Meets: Monday nights

Mennonite Brethren Church, 6:30-7:30 p.m.Leader: Cindy Tanghe

Guides – Ages 9-11 (Grades 4-6)Meets: Monday nights at

Coaldale United Church, 6-7:30 p.m.Leader: Doreen Tibbo

Pathfi nders – Ages 12-15 (Grades 7-9)Meets: Monday nights at

Coaldale United Church 7-9 p.m.Leader: Zyna Taylor

Communities in Bloom needs you!

• Environmental Action • Community Involvement• Tidiness• Heritage Conservation

• Urban Forestry• Landscape • Floral Displays• Turf & Ground Cover

Bring your organizational and fundraising skills to improve on the above areas.Help to maintain the current CIB projects that make our community

a wonderful place to live and visit.We want you . . . to be part of Communities in Bloom

Come grow with us!!For more information or to join, please contact

Brenda Isaak Takao at [email protected] or 403-345-2229

We are more than just fl owers!Th ere are many ways you can volunteer to help our community stay beautiful and grow …

We work to improve our community by concentrating on the areas we are judged on:


Coaldale Senior Citizen CentreResidents of Coaldale and

area who are 55 and older are encouraged to join the Coaldale Senior Citizen’s organization.

On a weekly basis the Centre is open Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1 p.m. until 3:30 or 4 p.m.

Games afternoons are Tues-days with dominoes, card games and pool. Bingo afternoons are Thursdays and there are also pool games going on. Usually there is coffee and snacks avail-able.

The monthly luncheon with a guest speaker is the second Thursday of each month at noon and those who wish to join us for lunch need to pay ahead of time.

Any seniors are welcome to come and check us out.

For additional information on the Coaldale Seniors contact one of the following:

Maaike Boersma 345-6424 Judy Harnack 345-2072Gail Tomsic 405-1008 Myrna Moulton 345-4521

You are invited to share in this year’s gardening

experience with the

Coaldale Community Garden Society

A nominal fee provides an annual plot and a membership to the Coaldale Community Garden. Plot sizes

vary and space is limited. Visit us at our blog: coaldalegarden.blogspot.ca or find us on Facebook at

Coaldale-Community-Garden-Society for more garden details.

Information, guidelines and applications are also available by request by calling 403-345-6563.

Coaldale Community Garden Society, Plant, Grow, Share!


Join us March 11/12 @ 6:30pm – 8:30pm

RI Baker Middle School

Registration Opens for the 2014 Outdoor Season:

Online: January 15, 2014 www.coaldalesoccer.com In Person: March 11 and 12, 2014 at RI Baker 6:30pm-8:30pm

New in 2014: U4 will operate as a parent and tot program. And will run Wednesday evenings and

Saturday mornings. Any person 11 and over must accompany a child on the field at all times.

If you require any additional information please contact: Loren Visscher at [email protected]

Fees:

U4 (2010-2011) - $50 U6 (2008-2009) - $70 U8 (2006-2007) - $90

U10 (2004-2005) - $90 U12 (2002-2003) - $100 U14 (2000-2001) - $110 U16 (1998-1999) -$120

U18 (1996-1997) - $150 Players keep their jerseys


Coaldale Early Morning Boot CampThis is one of the most fun ways to get fit – and it’s suitable for all levels of fitness. No matter where you’re starting from, Coaldale Boot Camp will help you get stronger, tougher and fitter. Pace yourself or go to the limit in this workout, which will help you improve your cardiovascular and muscular strength and endurance.

Join us Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings from 5:45 to 6:45 a.m. May 5 to June 27.

Fee:$140

Location:The Hub, 2107 – 13 St. Coaldale

Register today:403.320.3323lethbridgecollege.ca/conted

For more information:lethbridgecollege.ca/bffl

Adult Recreational Co-ed Modifi ed Softball

We have an excellent group of interested people as coaches and volunteers with facilities in Coaldale and area that are continuing to improve every year.Please note that this is designed as a recreational league for fun. Th e reasonable $40 registration fee pays for bats, balls, catcher’s equipment, and rental of diamonds. We provide the social activity, a love of the game, interaction with new friends and all combined with a huge dose of fun. We will use modifi ed soft -ball rules from Soft ball Alberta found at soft ballalberta.ca

•Modifi ed pitch only•Standard soft ball rules apply •In order to keep the registration cost low, players will umpire the game, switching between innings to allow all players to participate•Catchers will wear masks, body protection and shin pads•Th e grand prize of the season – participating teams will win all-you-can-eat wings.

Contact Dale Gerber 403-345-6178 or Jaime Klasson 403-345-4177

Spring season: April 27 - June 27 Sunday evenings, 6 - 7:30 p.m.

(not including the May long weekend.)


YOU ARE INTIVTED TO ATTEND…Th e 45th Annual

Southern Alberta Summer GamesJuly 2-5, 2014

Pincher Creek, Alberta26 Sports & Events to Choose From:

5/10K Run 5 Pin Bowling Athletics Archery Badminton Ball HockeyBaseball Beach Volleyball Cribbage Cross-fi t Cycling EquestrianGolf Handgun Kayaking Mini-soccer Photography Quilting Rugby Small Bore Soccer Swimming Tennis Trapshooting

Opening & Closing Ceremonies

For more information contact your Regional Director’s Offi ce at [email protected] or check out the Games Website: www.southernalbertasummergames.com

Facebook Page: 2014 Southern Alberta Summer Games: Pincher Creek

See you at the Games!

Coaldale Bears Minor Football Association is based and run in the Town of Coaldale by a parent committee who have a vested interest to support the sport of football in the Town of Coaldale. Come on out and experience all the fun that football has to off er. Never played sports before, no problem, there is a position for everybody. Come have fun, enjoy new friendships and learn to play the game of football!

Coaldale Bears Minor Football- 24 years of great football!

AGES & FEESAtom Team - $125.00

Ages 8 to 10Pee Wee Team - $125.00

Ages 11 & 12Bantam Team - $225.00

Ages 13 to 15(No grade higher than 9)

All players need to provide is good footwear

WHAT WE PROVIDE� All Equipment

(Helmet, Shoulder Pads, Pants, Jersey & Pads)� Practice Jersey, Socks, Girdle &

Mouth Guard (Players keep)� League Fees and Insurance� Team & Individual Pictures

� Awards & Trophies� Beef on a Bun Banquet

Season starts Aug. 18, 2014 - Online registration accepted now!Go to our website at www.coaldalebearsfootball.ca or email president@coaldalebearsfootball.


¼ page

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(6¾ x 4 ½)NEW ADVERTISING OPTIONSStarting with the Fall 2014 Leisure Guide, the Town will be introducing an advertising opportunities for local businesses in the Guide. Sizes and pricing will be available to � t any budget.

To reserve your spot, submit your ad and the size you require by July 4, 2014 to [email protected].

3000 copies of the Leisure Guide are distributed to 1,100 school-age families, to local businesses and at community facilities throughout the town.

Full pageB&W

$ 150 (6¾ x 9 ½)

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Leisure Guide Advertising


Beat the heat in Coaldale

Location: 2211-16 StreetOpening: June 6, 2014Closing: September 1, 2014Open daily: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.Th e Spray Park and Wading Pool are located at the Tot Lot, a park developed with the support of community-minded organizations. Th e site includes an enclosed wading pool with fountains and deck jets, the spray park with a variety of water spray features, a playground, picnic tables, trees for shade and plenty of green space. It is the ideal gathering space for

families to beat the summer heat. Adults and toddlers can play together in this admission-free facility.Facility Rules of Use: In order to ensure the enjoyment of this facility for all users, there are some basic rules to follow: Do NOT drink the water! Running, climbing, skateboard & cycling prohibited. Strollers are permitted. No pets allowed. Footwear is recommended. Glass bottles are strictly prohibited. Children who are not toilet trained are required to wear proper swim diapers

Location: 1213- 20 Ave.Phone: 403-345-1346Come and enjoy our Oasis themed outdoor swimming complete with gazebo area.Opening: June 2, 2014Closing: September 1, 2014Pool Amenities: A private gazebo area features a patio and barbecue which can be booked for special events and parties or dur-ing public swim times.Pool Programs: Th e Coaldale Pool is staff ed with Red Cross certifi ed swimming instruc-tors.• Swimming lessons run July and August • Aqua Classes• Private swim lessons• Toonie Swim/Family Swim/Public Swim/ Lane Swim• Special Th eme Nights

Coaldale Outdoor Pool

Spray Park & Wading Pool


Lessons are available either one day or two days per week and take place from October to April. StarSkate is the place to be if you would like to be a fi gure skater!! Once CanSkate has been completed,

skaters can participate in StarSkate. Our professional coaches off er instruction on the fundamentals of fi gure skating. Our skaters have the opportunity to skate competitively or recreationally.

CanPower is the program for you if your hockey player would like to improve his or her skating skills. Full hockey equipment is required. Two sessions are off ered – starting in October and January and take place Tuesday and Th ursday. One and two day per week sessions are available. Skaters in this program must be able to skate well prior to participating in CanPower.

Come out and see what our members can do!! We showcase the talents of our skaters in a year-end show! Th is year we are skating to songs from the

jungle in “It’s a Jungle Out � ere!” - � ursday, March 27 at 6:30 p.m. at the Coaldale Sportsplex! Tickets are available at the door. It is sure to be a terrifi c event!

Further information about our Club and our programs, email us at coaldalefi [email protected] or call Sherrie at (403) 345-4228.

Registration takes place in September.

Coaldale Figure Skating Club

Th e Coaldale Figure Skating Club off ers a variety of skating pro-grams for everyone aged 3 - 17! As a member of Skate Canada, our club off ers professionally trained and certifi ed coaches. All programs take place Tuesday and Th ursday at the Coaldale Sportsplex.

We off er learn-to-skate programs for children, starting at age 3! WeeCanSkate and CanSkate teach the basics of skating and are avail-able to those wanting to improve their skill or for those who have never been on skates before.


Coaldale Thunder is the Rep Soccer club in Coaldale and District; with both girls and boys teams from U10 to U18. Coaldale Thunder is very excited about the 2014 Outdoor Season. Again our teams will be playing in the Southern Alberta League with other teams in the Sunny South District as well as teams from Lethbridge and Medi-cine Hat.

Coaldale Thunder is very happy to have Fred Trinh back again for another season to offer his expertise to the Thun-der program. Fred has an extensive coaching background and has worked closely with developing young coaches within the game. Fred will oversee the overall planning, de-velopment and mentoring of the Thunder’s program while his coaching staff will carry out the day-to-day practices. Thunder is committed to building a long-term plan and development program for both our players and coaches.

If anyone is interested in coaching, you can go to the Coaldale Thunder website and click on the “I want to coach” button under the “Volunteer” tab. Thunder will continue to support our new and continuing coaches in paying for the certifi cation courses required.

As in the past the Thunder teams practices will be on Friday nights until the house league season is done at the end of June, and then the teams have the option to move the practices to whatever time works best for them. Thun-der teams usually play three tournaments throughout the season, one of which may be Provincial competitions as well as exhibition games, and games in the Southern Alberta League.

Thunder registration will be a Friday evening towards the end of April. Keep an eye on our NEW Coaldale Thun-der website for times, dates and locations. The new Coaldale Thunder website has just been launched, so keep an eye on it for new and upcoming information and events. If there is something that you don’t see on the website, go to the “Volunteers” tab and contact one of the board members. For more information please contact Danny Clarke at [email protected] or 403-345-6836 or 403-795-4441; Paul Anwender at [email protected] or 403-320-7440 or 403-894-2277. And remember the New “Coaldale Thunder” website at www.coaldalethunder.ca

Coaldale � under 2014 Outdoor Season

Quads provide sports fi eld variety

Whether you play baseball, soft ball or T-ball the Quads in the southeast corner of Coaldale have just the ball diamond for you. If soccer or football is more where your interests lay, there are also soccer pitches and a football fi eld in the same multi-use recre-ational facility.

Th e Quads are the perfect spot for all levels of sports in the community from the youngest players all the way up to the master level.

Th e facilities are used extensively by minor sporting teams in the community including base-ball, soccer and football. Th ey are also available, on a limited basis, bookings for private functions such as company tournaments, family reunions and birthday parties.

For more information about the Quads, email [email protected]


Alberta Birds of Prey Centre

As Canada’s largest birds of prey facility, the Alberta Birds of Prey Centre in Coaldale is unique.

Th e Centre is located in the northwest cor-ner of the community on 70 acres of wetland. Th e facility is a celebration of nature where hawks, falcons, eagles and owls have found a home. Visitors from around the world have visited the Centre over the years to interact with the birds.

Visitors may have the opportunity to hold a Great Horned Owl or its smaller counter-part, the Burrowing Owl and pose for once-in-a-lifetime photos. Th ose who enjoy the opportunity to feed the birds can do so with the resident fl ock of ducks at the facility.

Th e Hawk Walk gives visitors a chance to stroll pathways and check out a number of birds of prey sitting on their perches. Hav-ing a camera at hand is a must if you want to photograph a majestic Bald Eagle.

Flying demonstrations give birds a chance to work on their daily training and exercising while giving visitors a unique thrill as a fal-

con swoops overhead or a huge eagle soars in to land on a trainer’s arm. Every 90 minutes throughout the day, weather permitting, the centre puts on fl ying demonstrations.

While some of the Centre’s birds are only temporary residents, as they undergo rehab until they can be returned to the wild, oth-ers are given permanent homes at the Centre when their injuries are too serious to allow them to be returned to the wild. Th e display aviaries house some of these birds and there are even birds who serve as foster parents, helping to raise wild orphans.

Great Grey Owls, Snowy Owls, Saw Whet Owls and Ferruginous Hawks are just a few of the birds to be found in the aviaries located along the landscaped trails and ponds at the Centre.

Th e Centre opens May 10 with daily hours of 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. until Sept. 10. For more information on the Centre go to www.bur-rowingowl.com


Coaldale hosts championship

curling

Sunday March 30 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Teams Arrive 6:00 to 9:00 pm Meet and Greet – Gem of the West Museum

Monday March 31 9:00 am to 1:30 pm- Team Practice, Team meeting and Team Photos 3:00 pm Ladies Opening Draw #1 6:00 pm Opening Ceremonies 8:30 pm Mens Opening Draw #1

Tuesday April 1 8:30 am Ladies Draw # 2 12:00 pm Mens Draw #2 4:00 pm Ladies Draw #3 7:30 pm Mens Draw #3

Wednesday April 2 8:30 am Ladies Draw #4 11:45 am Mens Draw #4 3:00 pm Ladies Draw #5 6:00 pm Cowboy Country Night – Teams, Host Committee, County & Town offi cials, Sponsors, invited guests.

� ursday April 3 8:30 am Mens Draw #5 12:00 pm Ladies Draw #6 4:00 pm Mens Draw #6 7:30 pm Ladies Draw #7Friday April 4 8:30 am Mens Draw #7 12:00 pm Ladies Draw #8 4:00 pm Mens Draw #8 7:30 pm Ladies and Mens cross-over games – Tie Breakers

Saturday April 5 9:30 am Ladies Semi-Finals 2:00 pm Mens Semi-Finals 6:00 pm Championship Banquet Sunday April 6 9:30 am Ladies and Mens – Bronze Medal games 2:00 pm Ladies and Mens - Gold Medal games 4:00 pm Closing Ceremonies 4:30 pm Volunteer Th ank You Party – Volunteers, Teams, Sponsors, other

Schedule of Events

March 31 - April 6, 2014Coaldale Granite Club

Event Tickets: $50 for full event / $10 per day / $5 per draw

For more information go to www.canadianmasters2014.ca


Appreciation & Awards Banquet – March 22, 2014Coaldale &District Chamber of Commerce – Linking Business & Community

Sponsors:Platinum Elite: Bank of Montreal, Coaldale Community Wellness Association, Intercontinental Truck Body Ltd., Town of Coaldale, Wally’s PizzaPlatinum: Scotiabank

Coaldale Chamber of CommerceUpcoming events:

“FUN’ RAISER MIXED GOLF TOURNAMENT

18 HoleTuesday, June 17th, 2014

Land-O-Lakes Golf & Country ClubPrice includes: Green Fees, Cart & Steak Supper

Hole-In-One Prizes!Registration: 11:30 a.m.; Shotgun Start – 1:00 P.M.

CANDY PARADE “1,500 lbs. of candy”

Saturday, July 5th, 2014Decorate your Bikes!

Be a Clown!Hitch up your Horse & Wagon!

Kid Zone, hay ride, pancake breakfast and much, much more

Offi ce Manager: Dixie McCarley - Box 1117 - Ph: 403-345-2358 - [email protected], AB T1M 1M9 - Fax: 403-345-2339 - www.coaldalechamber.com

If you’re looking to host an event, big or small, the Town of Coaldale has just the facility to fi t your space and budget requirements.

� e HUB: Th e newest edition to the list, the HUB is a multi-use rec-reational and social programming facility. It is home to Coaldale’s Parent Link Centre and Barons-Eureka-Warner FCSS offi ces and programs.

For the public the facility provides space for meetings, social gather-ings, fi tness classes and other community use.

Kin Picnic Shelter: Th is ideally situated, outdoor facility is located next to the Alberta Birds of Prey Centre in the northwest corner of Coal-

dale. It includes vehicle access for loading/unloading, wheelchair-accessible parking and lighting for evening activities.Th e Shelter off ers a 78-inch gas barbecue with two heavy-duty cooking burners and a bun warmer. Th e kitchen has hot/cold running water, two double sinks, a stove, fridge, cupboards and island workspace, in addition to two

serving windows.Th e spacious and relaxing 2,400 square-foot patio is a great location for visitors to escape the sun. Th e area includes 15 picnic

tables seating 90 guests, with plenty of room for everyone. If it’s a bit chilly there is both a beautiful indoor fi replace or outdoor fi repit. Additional facilities include a horseshoe pit, playground equipment and a basketball hoop.

Community Centre: If you need a venue for a meeting, workshop, shower, wedding reception or dance the Community Centre is ideally located with ample parking and wheelchair access just off Coaldale’s main street. Th is spacious 2,000 square-foot facility features chairs and tables to accommodate 200 people. Th ere is also a separate bar area and a kitchen. Th e facility also includes a PA system, cooler, fridge, ice machine, microwave, two stoves, dishes/fl atware and coff ee urns.

For more information about the town facilities and the rental fees contact the Town offi ce at 403-345-1300 or go to http://www.coaldale.ca/services/town-facilities-and-parks/

Town facilities available for bookings

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