December 2023 Recreation & Culture Guide by CoLethbridge

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AQUATICS About the Pools ................................................. 4 Admissions .......................................................... 5 Advanced Programs .......................................... 6 Nicholas Sheran Schedule ............................... 7 Stan Siwik Schedule .......................................... 8 Fritz Sick Schedule............................................. 9 YMCA Schedule .................................................10 ARTS, CULTURE & HERITAGE Allied Arts Council ...................................... 12-13 CASA ....................................................................14 Southern Alberta Art Gallery .........................15 Lethbridge Public Library ...............................15 Galt Museum .....................................................16 COMMUNITY SUPPORT SERVICES Lethbridge Montessori ....................................18 Nord-Bridge Senior Citizen Assoc ................19 FASD ........................................................... 19 LSCO.................................................................... 20 HELEN SCHULER NATURE CENTRE Programs & Events ....................................22-27

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LETHBRIDGE HERALD Lethbridge Herald Ads ............................. 30-31

DID YOU KNOW? Historical Society .............................................. 11 Lethbridge Arts .................................................17 United Way .........................................................21 Nature Lethbridge ........................................... 29 Lethbridge Family Services ........................... 32 Lethbridge Sports Council.............................44 Parks.................................................................... 45 Recreation.......................................................... 52

PUBLIC INFORMATION & EVENTS Lethbridge Plays .............................................. 28 Active Living Guide - Be Fit For Life ............ 33 Holiday Markets ...............................................34 ACFA.................................................................... 35 Healthy Family .................................................. 35 Picnic Shelter Map .....................................36-37 Booking Deadlines .......................................... 38 Picnic Shelter Reservations ........................... 38 Legacy Park Pavilion ....................................... 39 RECREATION Lethbridge Sports Hall of Fame ...................40 Lethbridge Sport Council ........................ 41-43 SKATING & HOCKEY Christmas at Cavendish ..................................46 Ability Skate ...................................................... 47 Rink Advertising...............................................48 Learn to Skate ...................................................49 Lethbridge Skating Club ................................49 Skating Schedule ....................................... 50-51 Skating Programs & Passes ........................... 52

UNIVERSITY OF LETHBRIDGE

Information & Events ...................................... 53 CALENDAR OF EVENTS Calendar of Events.....................................54-55

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ABOUT THE POOLS What is happening at our pools this season? The Recreation Excellence leadership team is excited to present to you exciting improvements for the 2023 fall season. The Stan Siwik Family Leisure Pool, Nicholas Sheran Family Leisure Pool, Fritz Sick Pool, and Henderson Outdoor Pool are community treasures that serve the people of Lethbridge and Southern Alberta. Our team is committed to providing the community our best customer service, clean and safe facilities and activities geared towards all ages. What are the improved programs? •

U18 Rec Swim - A swim time geared towards youth! It’s the perfect opportunity to swim, socialize, and have fun in the water with your friends. Everyone is welcome!

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Sensory Swim - Inclusive approach to activities that recognizes and caters to the specific sensory needs of individuals.

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Swim & Splash - Family play time in the tots pool for toddlers and preschoolers!

What do you offer for fit and jog classes? What can I do during leisure swim? Nicholas Sheran offers a total of 9 weekly aqua fit classes, ensuring you stay active and fit, while Stan Siwik provides 8 weekly aqua jog classes, for those looking to exercise in the deeper end of the pool. Fritz Sick offers a wide array of classes from aqua jog and aqua fit to aqua Zumba and senior aqua fit. What is leisure swim, you ask? It’s a time for you to swim at your own comfortable and leisurely pace. It’s also an excellent way to get a gentle form of exercise. Float, tread water, or swim as slow or as fast as you like – it’s all about relaxation and enjoyment. Can I rent the facility for an event? You certainly can! We offer private facility rentals at a great price, available outside of our normal hours of operation.

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Do you offer any other courses aside from swimming lessons? We sure do! Stan Siwik and Fritz Sick Pool offer Canadian Swim Patrol. The Canadian Swim Patrol program consists of Rookie Patrol, Ranger Patrol, and Star Patrol. Structured the same as a swimming lesson, these courses are an excellent introductory to lifeguard knowledge and skills.

Stan Siwik also offers in-house courses whether you’re looking to register or recertify, we’ve got you covered. Mark your calendars for November 14th as our lesson and advanced course registration will be open at 9:00am! Our mission is to make sure our community is up to date on Alberta’s Health and Safety Standards. The Alberta Occupational Health and Safety Code has undergone changes in its Part 11 (standard first aid) section, effective from March 31, 2023. Standard First Aid is Intermediate First Aid, the new names are in line with the CSA Standard Z1210-17 23. The changes were made to ensure that the names of the courses are consistent with the national standard. How can I find out more information? Our website RecEx.ca/Lethbridge has detailed information on programming, schedules, fees and frequently asked questions you might find helpful. You are welcome to send us an email at leth@recreationexcellence.com Stan Siwik Leisure Centre 403-320-3054 Nicholas Sheran Leisure Centre 403-320-3046 Fritz Sick Leisure Centre 403-320-3109

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ADMISSIONS, VISIT CARDS, and MEMBERSHIPS Memberships and Visit Cards sold at: Stan Siwik Pool: 1901 15 Ave N Nicholas Sheran Pool: 401 Laval Blvd W Fritz Sick Pool: 420 11 St S For more information about memeberships visit: RecEx.ca/Lethbridge

Admissions and 10 Visit Cards

All Prices Include GST Admission

FREE $4.25 $4.75 $4.75 $7.00 $5.25 $17.00

Infant (0-2.9yrs) Child (3-12yrs) Youth (13-17yrs) Student (ID Required) Adult (18-59) Senior (60+yrs) Family

All Prices Include GST

1 Month

Child (3-12yrs) Youth (13-17yrs) Student (ID Required) Adult (18-59) Senior (60+yrs) 1 Guardian Family Family

N/A $37.00 $39.50 $39.50 $56.50 $45.50 N/A

$43.50 $49.25 $49.25 $71.50 $55.25 $116.75 $149.25

3 Month

$75.25 $87.00 $87.00 $133.50 $104.50 $179.75 $243.00

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6 Month

$139.25 $162.25 $162.25 $220.00 $185.25 $260.50 $370.50

12 Month

$260.50 $295.25 $295.25 $405.25 $335.75 $497.75 $694.50

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Memberships

10 Visit Card

ADVANCED SWIM PROGRAMS Swim For Life Instructor Dates

Course #

Feb 2 17927 Feb 3, 4, 10 & 11

$376.00 Day(s) Fri Sat/Sun

Time 5:00-9:00pm 8:30am-5:00pm

Swim Instructors are responsible for teaching and evaluating candidates participating in the Swim for Life and Canadian Swim Patrol programs. The course prepares instructors to apply level 1 leadership competencies and strategies designed to teach swimming and lifesaving. Prerequisite(s): Must be 15 years old and hold Bronze Cross or higher

Bronze Medallion Jan 2 to 3 Jan 4

17924

$174.00 Tues/Wed 8:30am-5:00pm Thurs 8:30am-12:30pm

This 20 hour course prepares candidates an understanding of the lifesaving principles in the four components of water rescue education: judgement, knowledge, skills and fitness. Prerequisite(s): Must be 13 years old and hold CPR-C.

*Note: Bronze Medallion is offered seperately from Bronze Cross.

Bronze Cross Jan 4 Jan 5 to 6

$174.00 17923

Thurs Fri/Sat

1:00pm-5:00pm 8:30am-5:00pm

This 20 hour course begins the transition from lifesaving to lifeguarding and prepares candidates for responsibilities as a lifeguard. Prerequisite(s): Must be 13 years old, hold a Bronze Medallion (need not be current) and Intermediate First Aid CPR-C & AED (must be current) is required.

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National Lifeguard - Pool

$415.00

Nov 17 & 24 17320 Nov 18, 19, 25, 26

Fri Sat/Sun

5:00-9:00pm 8:30am-5:00pm

Feb 20 to 24

Tue to Sat

8:30am-5:00pm

17928

Red Cross Babysitting

$100.00

Dates

Course #

Day(s)

Mar 4 & 11

18128

Mon

Time 5:00pm-9:00pm

Basic First Aid and caregiving skills for youth 11-15 years old. During this 8 hour course participants will learn how to provide care to younger children in a variety of age groups and how to prevent and respond to emergencies.

Intermediate First Aid Dec 9 & 10 Jan 13 & 14

17921 18103

$167.00 Sat/Sun Sat/Sun

8:30am-5:00pm 8:30am-5:00pm

Intermediate First Aid (previously called Standard) provides comprehensive training covering all aspects of first aid and CPR. This course is for those who want an in-depth understanding of first aid such as: medical/legal aspects, spinal injuries, environmental injuries, bone and joint injuries, abdominal and chest injuries, burns, and medical emergencies. *Note: Includes CPR-C and AED certification. Current for 3 years

Intermediate First Aid Recertification Nov 12 Dec 16 Jan 27

17318 17922 17926

Sun Sat Sat

$100.00 8:30am-5:00pm 8:30am-5:00pm 8:30am-5:00pm

Intermediate First Aid Recertification (previously called Standard) is a challenge of both theory and practical examination of all skills. Individuals using another Alberta workplace approved standard first aid as a prerequisite to r ecertify must provide proof of current certification in order to be eligible to recertify (e.g. copy of certification card). Individuals who are no longer current cannot recertify, must attend original course. Individuals who are unsuccessful in completing an Intermediate Recertification course are required to complete an original course. Prerequisite(s): Must bring current Intermediate First Aid Certification to course.

Lifesaving Instructor

$376.00

This 40 hour course will certify successful candidates with the NLS Pool option award.

Nov 4 & 5

17732

Mar 15 & 16

17930

Prerequisite(s): Must be 15 years old, hold a current Bronze Cross & Standard First Aid CPR-C Certification. *Note: Please bring proof of IFA CPR-C to first class

The Lifesaving Instructor course prepares individuals to apply level 1 leadership competencies and strategies designed to plan, teach and evaluate swimming and lifesaving. Candidates are able to teach the following programs: Canadian Swim Patrol Program, Bronze Star, Bronze Medallion, Bronze Cross, Lifesaving Fitness, Distinction, Basic and Emergency First Aid, and CPR-A, CPR-B and CPR-C.

National Lifeguard - Pool Recertification Nov 15 Feb 6

17319 17929

Wed Tue

$69.00

5:00pm-9:00pm 5:00pm-9:00pm

*Note: Must bring NL certification and current Intermediate First Aid Certification to the exam

Sat/Sun Sat/Sun

8:30am-5:00pm 8:30am-5:00pm

Prerequisite(s): Must be 15 years old and Bronze Cross or higher and Intermediate First Aid CPR-C & AED

Prices include all materials, certification fees, and GST

REGISTRATION IS OPEN! RecEx.ca/Lethbridge leth@recreationexcellence.com

DECEMBER 2023

NICHOLAS SHERAN LEISURE CENTRE SCHEDULE TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

11:30am - 8:30pm

9am - 9:30pm

11:30am - 8:30pm

Open Gym & Hot Tub

9am-10am 9am-10am

Swim & Aqua Fit Splash

11:30am -12:30pm

12:30pm -1:30pm

Swim & Splash

Aqua Fit

Lane Swim

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

9am - 9:30pm

9am - 8pm

Open Gym & Hot Tub Open Gym & Hot Tub 9am-10am 9am-10am

9am-10am

Aqua Fit

10am -12pm

10am - 12pm

Open Swim

12pm -1:30pm

Lane Swim

11:30am -12:30pm

Rental

11:30am - 12:30pm

Aqua Fit

AHS

12pm -1:30pm

Swim & Splash

12:30pm -1:30pm

Lane Swim

12:30pm -1:30pm

Swim & Splash

12pm -1:30pm

Lane Swim

Swim & Splash

11:30am -12:30pm

11:30am -1pm

AHS

Lane Swim

Swim & Splash

Rental 12pm -1:30pm

Swim & Splash

1:30pm - 3:30pm

1:30pm - 3pm

Open Swim

Rental AHS

Senior Swim

4pm -5:30pm

Lane Swim

Leisure Swim

Lane Swim

5:30pm - 7pm

Open Swim

3:30pm -4:30pm

Rental AHS

4:30pm - 5:30pm

3pm - 4pm 3:30pm -5:30pm

3:30pm -5:30pm

Lane Swim

Leisure Swim

5:30pm - 8pm

5:30pm - 7pm

Open Swim

4pm -5:30pm

Aqua Fit

7:45pm - 8:30pm 8pm - 8:45pm

Aqua Zumba

1pm - 2pm

Rental AHS

5:30pm - 8pm

*Adult Lessons 7pm - 7:45pm

12pm - 1pm

Lane Swim 1pm - 2:30pm

1pm - 2pm

Family Swim

Lane Swim 2pm - 4pm

2pm - 4pm

U18 Rec Swim 4pm - 5:30pm

Swim & Splash

7pm - 7:45pm

Aqua Fit

Lane Swim

1pm - 5pm Open Gym & Hot Tub

2:30pm - 5:30pm

Open Swim

4pm - 5pm

Lane Swim

Lane Swim 5:30pm - 7pm

Open Swim

5:30pm - 6:30pm

Lane Swim

Open Swim

Open Swim 7pm - 7:45pm

Senior Swim 4pm -5:30pm

12pm - 6:30pm Open Gym & Hot Tub

Open Swim

1:30pm - 3pm

3pm - 4pm

SUNDAY

10am - 11:30am

1:30pm - 3pm

3pm - 4pm

SATURDAY

7pm - 7:45pm

7:45pm - 8:30pm

Lane Swim

8:45pm - 9:30pm

7pm-8pm

Lane Swim

Leisure Swim

8pm - 8:45pm

Aqua Fit

8:45pm - 9:30pm

Lane Swim

Schedule Notes Christmas Eve - December 24th - OPEN - 1:00pm - 4:00pm (Regular Programming) Christmas Day - December 25th - CLOSED Boxing Day - December 26th - OPEN 1:00pm - 5:00pm (1:00pm - 4:00pm Open Swim & 4:00pm - 5:00pm Lane Swim) New Year’s Eve - December 31st - OPEN 1:00pm - 4:00pm (Regular Programming) New Year’s Day - January 1st - CLOSED Private Rentals - Visit RecEx.ca/Lethbridge to view our Birthday and Event Bookings. Nicholas Sheran Pool 401 Laval Blvd W 403-320-3046

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MONDAY

STAN SIWIK LEISURE CENTRE SCHEDULE MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

9am - 9:30pm

11:30am - 8:45pm

9am - 9:30pm

Open Gym & Hot Tub

9am 9am -10:15am -10:30am

Lane Swim

Swim & Splash

THURSDAY

DECEMBER 2023 FRIDAY

Open Gym & Hot Tub

9am 9am - 10:15am -10:30am

Lane Swim

Swim & Splash

Lane Swim

10:30am - 11:30am

Aqua Jog

Lane Swim

11:30am - 1pm

Swim & Splash

11:30am - 1pm

Lane Swim

11:30am - 1pm

Swim & Splash

11:30am - 1pm

Lane Swim

11:30am - 1pm

Swim & Splash

11:30am - 1pm

Lane Swim

11:30am - 1pm

Swim & Splash

1pm - 3pm

1pm - 3:30pm

1pm - 3pm

1pm - 3:30pm

Open Swim

11:30am - 1pm

Lane Swim

Senior Swim

3pm - 4pm 3:30pm - 5:30pm

4pm - 5:30pm

Lane Swim

Senior Swim

Swim & Splash

Lane Swim

5:30pm - 8pm

Lane Swim

Open Swim 7pm - 7:45pm

5:30pm - 8pm

Open Swim

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7:45pm - 8:45pm

Lane Swim

8:45pm - 9:30pm Lane Swim

Lane Swim

Open Swim

1pm - 2:30pm

Open Swim

2pm - 3pm

Lane Swim

1pm - 3pm

Open Swim

3pm - 4pm

U18 Rec Swim

3pm - 6pm

Lane Swim

8pm - 8:45pm Aqua Jog

Lane Swim 5:30pm - 7pm

Open Swim

Aqua Jog 7:45pm - 8:45pm

Lane Swim

Open Swim

4:30pm - 5:30pm

5:30pm - 7pm

7pm - 7:45pm

Aqua Jog 8pm - 8:45pm Aqua Jog

12pm - 2pm

4pm - 5:30pm

5:30pm - 7pm

Open Swim

73:30pm - 8p - 5:30pm

1pm - 4pm Open Gym & Hot Tub

11:30am - 1pm

2:30pm - 4:30pm 3pm - 4pm

SUNDAY

Swim & Splash

10:30am - 11:30am

11:30am - 1pm

SATURDAY

9-10:15a 12pm - 7pm 9am - 8:30pm Open Gym & Hot Tub Open Gym & Hot Tub Open Gym & Hot Tub

11:30am - 8:45pm

7pm - 7:45pm Aqua Jog

7pm - 8:30pm

7:45pm - 8:30pm Lane Swim

Leisure Swim

6pm-7pm 6pm-7pm Lane Swim

Leisure Swim

8:45pm - 9:30pm Lane Swim

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DECEMBER 2023

FRITZ SICK LEISURE CENTRE SCHEDULE MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

6:30am - 2pm Facility Hours

6:30am - 1pm

8am - 9am

Aqua Jog

6:30am - 1pm

8am - 9am

6:30am - 1pm

Aqua Jog

6:30am - 1pm

9am - 10am

Senior Aqua Fit

Aqua Jog

Senior Aqua Fit

Aqua Jog

Senior Aqua Fit

10am - 11am

Aqua Zumba

Lane Swim

10am - 11am

Rental AHS

12pm - 1pm

Aqua Fit

Lane Swim

10am - 11am

Aqua Zumba

Lane Swim 4 large Lanes

Lane Swim

9am - 12pm

9am - 6:30pm

Aqua Jog

9am - 10am

Lane Swim

SUNDAY

8am - 9am

9am - 10am

Lane Swim

SATURDAY

10am - 11am

Rental AHS

CLOSED

Private Rental Space Available

12pm - 1pm

Aqua Fit

1pm - 2pm

Senior Swim

12pm - 6:30pm

Private Rental Space

5pm - 7pm

Rental

Spartans Swim Club

Available

Schedule Notes Christmas Day - December 25th - CLOSED Boxing Day - December 26th - CLOSED New Year’s Eve - December 31st - CLOSED New Year’s Day - January 1st - CLOSED Private Rentals - Visit RecEx.ca/Lethbridge to view our Birthday and Event Bookings. Fritz Sick

420 - 11 St S 403-320-3109

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5pm - 7pm

Drop ins | Memberships | Rentals

Aquatic Centre Schedule Cor Van Raay YMCA *Subject to change

SUN

MON

TUES

WED

THURS

FRI

SAT

Lane Pool

8:00am 8:00pm

5:00am 10:00pm

6:00am 9:00pm

Wave Pool

8:00am 8:00pm

7:30am 10:00pm

8:00am 9:00pm

Water Slides

Water Walk

Aquafit

Water Walk

Aquafit

11:00am 7:00pm

10:30am 11:30am

9:30am 10:30am

Water Slides

FloRider

Water Slides

4:00pm 8:00pm

2:00pm 8:00pm

FloRider

7:30pm 8:30pm

2:00pm 4:00pm

12:00pm 2:00pm

Community & Family Support Services Aquatics

3:30pm 5:30pm

10:30am 11:30am

5:30pm 7:30pm

lethbridgeymca.ca

11:00am 9:00pm

FloRider 12:00pm 2:00pm 3:30pm 5:30pm

Santa Claus Parade of 1968 ‘He’ll come, he’ll come,’ was the cry all the way down the street. Children of every age vied for the candy he tossed from his modern snowcruiser. They stood on car hoods, on the street and on their father’s shoulders. Santa and his three clowns travelled up 13th St. starting at 2nd Ave. and ending at the Adams Ice Centre.” (16 December 1968 Lethbridge Herald) On 14 December 1968, the North Lethbridge Businessmen’s Association hosted the 9th Annual Santa Claus Parade along 13th Street North.

Lethbridge Historical Society facebo ok .com/ Lethbrid geHist oric alSoc iet y/ Photos: G alt Museum & Ar chi ves photo graphs. Show the 1 96 8 S anta Clau s Para de on 1 3 Street North .

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Such was one way children of Lethbridge celebrated Christmas 55 years ago.

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CURRENT EXHIBITIONS

PROGRAMS + EVENTS

MEGAN FENIAK | In honoured dust

DEC. 1 + 2 | CARRYING BAGGAGE WITH THE TRAP\DOOR ARTIST RUN CENTRE

GABI DAO | What breaks on the horizon? ELISA HARKINS | TEACH ME A SONG INDIG BUSY-NESS | SHOP AT SAAG FEATURE ARTIST

DEC. 1 | FREE FIRST FRIDAY

DEC. 14 | BLETCHER HOUR DEC. 16 | CRAFTERNOON VISIT SAAG.CA/EVENTS FOR DETAILS

January 11, 12 & 13 @ 7 PM | Yates Memorial Theatre One Night Tickets

25 Adults | $20 Children (12 and under) | $20 Seniors (65+)

Three Night Tickets

65 Adults | $55 Children (12 and under) | $55 Seniors (65+)

Tickets are now available at the Lethbridge Public Library Main and Crossings Branch. Tickets are not available by phone or at the venue.

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saag.ca

601 3 AVENUE S, LETHBRIDGE, AB | 403.327.8770

DECEMBER 2023 EXHIBITS, EVENTS & PROGRAMS CREATIVE COMMUNITY

in partnership with Lethbridge Family Services

INDIGENOUS HISTORY

all ages welcome

Fri 01 | 1:30–3 pm

Thu 07 | 6–8 PM

DROP-IN YOUTH ART PROGRAM

Wed 13 | 6–8 PM

Newcomer Women & Girls Group

Hands-on History | ages 13-17

Thu 07 | 3:30–5 PM Thu 21 | 3:30–5 PM

Learning Blackfoot: Conversations with Blanche Bruised Head Indigenous Beading Workshop (Lanyard)

SPECIAL EVENTS Sun 03 | 2–3 PM

Children’s Symphony Music Performance

THE GALT PRESENTS...

doorprizes, discounts

adults and seniors

Wed 20 | 2–3 PM

Holiday Tunes with Mr. Chris Roedler

Sat 09 & Sun 10 | 1–5 PM Sat 16 & Sun 17 | 1–5 PM

Christmas at the Fort all ages welcome

Stolen Kainai Children: Stories of Survival

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CELEBRATING A DECADE OF THEATRE OUTRÉ

SEP 23.23–MAR 03.24

AUG 19.23– 19.23–FEB FEB 11.24 11.24

Become a member of the Galt Museum & Archives and take advantage of the exclusive benefits!

www.galtmuseum.com

arts in lethbridge arts feature Lethbridge Community Taiko Association (LCTA) Have you heard the drums? Have you felt the thunder? The performers of the Lethbridge Community Taiko Association (LCTA), a not-for-profit society, are passionate about providing the opportunity to learn, perform, and share Taiko (Japanese drumming) in our community.

A love of rhythm is the only requirement.

LCT drummers represent various backgrounds and levels of musical experience. Under the direction of percussionist Marc Vantol, the drummers practice weekly year-round, performing for a variety of community, public and private events, including LCTA respects the connection to Japanese Taiko while several community parades, celebrations of all sorts, and school acknowledging the influence of Western culture in its experiences in the Lethbridge area. programming and performances. The art of Taiko comes alive Do you want to bring the LCTA to your event? Interested in with its thunderous rhythms and exciting choreography that playing the Taiko drums and becoming a member of the group? thrills audiences throughout southern Alberta. LCTA Be sure to visit the website lethbridgetaiko.com. Don’t forget to drummers are delighted to share this unique style and follow LCTA on Facebook to like and follow their page to learn energy with the community. A welcoming organization, LCTA where they are performing next. Watch for opportunities to regularly offers an informal Taiko Tapas - a one-hour, participate and get involved. member-led, taster of Taiko for anyone interested in trying out the big drums.

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Visit the store on Saturday, December 2 from 1:00 to 3:00 pm to watch local ceramicist Gary Uchikura of Uchiwaza Ceramics throw pots on the electric wheel. Be sure to explore the wide range of ceramic vessels in-store. Uchikura’s works are widely sought after home decor and make impressive gifts for the holidays. Local painter Karina Mak will be in-store Saturday, December 16 from 1:00 to 3:00 pm painting local landscapes in watercolour. AAC Works carries a variety of cards and paintings from Mak that add that local and original touch to any present. Photograph by Curtis Goodman

Visit AAC Works at 318 7 Street South or online at aacworks.ca. Don’t forget to follow us on facebook for future artist demonstrations!

Allied Arts Council of Lethbridge

318 7 Street South 403.320.0555 info@artslethbridge.org

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AAC Works Artist Demonstrations

Make AAC Works a holiday shopping destination downtown and take in local artist demonstrations throughout December.

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For more information on Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder and/or supports for individuals affected by FASD, please go to www./ safasd.ca or email us at

This year, encourage all of the women in your life who are pregnant to abstain from drinking alcohol. Remember: There is no safe time There is no safe amount

Watch for our mocktail recipes on our website as well as our facebook page

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Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from the South Alberta FASD Network.

For 39 years volunteers & staff at LSCO serve a Christmas meal – for free – to anyone in the community.

*In order to ensure we have enough food, we are asking that anyone looking to attend the in person dinner RSVP in advance.

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In 2022 we delivered over 1000 meals across Lethbridge, to on-duty first responders and the Lethbridge Soup Kitchen. If you are able, please consider sponsoring meals. Everyone deserves a friendly face and full belly on Christmas.

Call 403-320-2222 or visit www.lethseniors.com/christmas to volunteer, sponsor meals, or RSVP

one stop shop COME Your for fitness, socializing, ALIVE food, support & more! AT THE LSCO Check the LSCO Times or our website to find the dozens of fitness and recreation classes starting in December and January

500 11 St. S, Lethbridge

403-320-2222

www.lethseniors.com

Happy Holidays It’s the Season of Giving Let‘s Empower Our Community United Way’s Impact in the past 5 years

11,115 Individuals Benefited

BE PART OF THE CHANGE! lethbridgeunitedway.ca/donate

Gifts before December 31st will warm hearts and lighten your TAX LOAD Lethbridgeunitedway.ca

@lethbridgeuw

Community Did you know? & Family Support Services

70 Charities Supported

Monthly Calendar | December 2023 E XHIBIT H OURS : Tuesday - Sunday 1PM - 4PM (Closed Mondays) EXPLORE THE EXHIBITS...

The Nature of Play

Nipiy Atayokan

in partnership with Lethbridge Plays

By Sandra Lamouche

August 2023 - March 2024

November 7 - December 17

Ages 2 to 5

Winter Special

Celebrate winter and explore nature with your preschooler during these 3 week courses!

Enjoy a holiday story & create nature themed decorations together.

January | February | March

Thursday December 14 th

Thursdays | 9:30am - 10:30am or 11am - Noon

$5 per child | Call to Register: 403-320-3064

Community Helen Schuler & Family NatureSupport Centre Services

9:30am - 10:30am OR 11:00am - Noon

Ages 6 to 10

$15 per course | New Topics Each Week!

Interested in Junior Nats but not sure you want to commit to a whole month. Join us for this

F R E E O PE N H O U S E !

December 10 | 2-3pm Discover how local animals survive winter in the River Valley.

Saturday December 9th | 10:00am - Noon Space is limited | Call to Register: 403-320-3064

Join us for this engaging presentation & slideshow about the winter birds of Southern Alberta. Learn some tips on how to identify common species & how you can help with the local 2023 Christmas Bird Count!

No registration required. FREE to attend!

403.320.3064 | nature.lethbridge.ca | nature@lethbridge.ca Located in the river valley north of CPR High Level Bridge

Monthly Calendar | December 2023 E XHIBIT H OURS : Tuesday - Sunday 1PM - 4PM (Closed Mondays)

Holiday Hours * December 27 – January 6 O pen D aily 10 am - 4 pm | CLOSED: Dec 25, 26, Jan 1 Come down to the Nature Centre for a mix of fun indoor & outdoor activities!

December 27 – 30

| 10 am - 4 pm

Visit the Nature Centre & let your imagination soar! Explore building & creating with a wide variety of materials! Discover the endless fun of loose parts play! F REE ! D ROP -I N !

F UN F OR A LL A GES !

Playstations

Unplugged Dec 31, Jan 2 & 3 | 10 am - 4 pm Fun activity stations & nature inspired board games set up for you & your family to enjoy! F REE ! D ROP -I N !

F UN FOR ALL AGES !

RH UN DWCILD

Start A New Holiday Tradition! Book a Family Fieldtrip — Signs in the Snow!

OLIDAY

Go on an adventure with Nature Centre staff!

Book a date & time: leisure.lethbridge.ca Available for a limited time! Programs will take place entirely outdoors. Max 10 people/ program.

AMP

January 4 & 5

Look for tracks & signs to discover how our animal neighbours celebrate the season. Cost: $35/ 1 hr fieldtrip

9:00 am - 4:00 pm Fun nature-based games & activities designed to burn off energy & get kids outside!

A GES 6-10 C OST $80 C ALL TO R EGISTER

40 3-320-3064

403.320.3064 | nature.lethbridge.ca | nature@lethbridge.ca Located in the river valley north of CPR High Level Bridge

Community Helen Schuler & Family NatureSupport Centre Services

B USY B UILDERS

Community Helen Schuler & Family NatureSupport Centre Services

Nature of PLAY A new exhibit at the Helen Schuler Nature Centre explores the world of play, and its benefits, through fun and interactive play stations.

Community Helen Schuler & Family NatureSupport Centre Services

Visit nature.lethbridge.ca for exhibit hours, information, directions, programs and events at the Centre

The Prickly Porcupine

All Photos were taken by: John Krampl

Did You Know? This stout, short-legged mammal is 73 - 78 cm long and is covered with hair, except on the foot pads and nose, and quills of varying length. The tips of the quills are covered in barbs that let the quills dig in deeper and firmer when they contact an enemy. The Porcupine has excellent senses of smell, hearing, and taste. Porcupines make a

Nature Lethbridge on Instagram

wide variety of sounds ranging from whimpers to screams.

For more information: www.newworldencyclopedia. org/entry/Porcupine

These rodents are herbivores. They will feed on leaves, twigs, and green plants such as, skunk cabbage, lupines, and clover in the spring. During winter they chew through the rough outer bark of various trees.

www.alberta.ca/porcupines

begin to harden within a few days after they are born. Porcupettes are about 3 percent of mother's weight at birth.

https://www.inaturalist.org/ guide_taxa/1887821

www.aiwc.ca/blog/porcupine -pals/ https://albertawilderness.ca/ issues/wildlands/areas-ofconcern/livingstoneporcupine/

www.Albertaanimalhealth Baby Porcupines are known source.ca/content/porcupine as porcupettes. They are born -quills-dogs-what-you-needwith soft, bendable quills that know

Home of the Lethbridge Naturalists’ Society

www.hww.ca/en/wildlife/ mammals/porcupine.html

For information about our Guest Speaker Series please visit: www.Naturelethbridge.org

Community Did you know? & Family Support Services

North American Porcupines (Erethizon dorsatum) have the northern most range of all porcupines.

Check out these Specials from The Lethbridge Herald

NOW OUT!

ENTER TO WIN A ... EVER Watch for entires and details in Wednesday’s Lethbridge Herald Draw Dec 18th

2023

Christmas

Out December 9th!

COLOURING BOOK CommunityHerald Lethbridge & Family Support Services

Relax and explore your creative side with this colouring book for all ages! It will delight and entertain readers for months!

PUBLISHING DECEMBER 8TH Watch for these Special Editions! Want to learn more about these & other specials? Contact your Lethbridge Herald representative or call 403-328-4410 today! *Dates subject to change

CommunityHerald Lethbridge & Family Support Services

Angel Tree 2023 Help Us Bring Christmas Magic to 3,800 Children in Need

Fundraising Goal:

$180,000 get involved!

Every dollar of cash donations goes towards Angel Tree children!

Community Did you know? & Family Support Services

New!

Community Public Information & Family and Support EventsServices

Recreation and Culture Booking Deadlines Arenas

Sports Camps

Community Public Information & Family and Support EventsServices

Recreation Hockey

Summer Ice Rentals (April 1-August 31)

1-Jan 1-Jan

Ball Fields & Soccer Fields

School Diamonds, Fields & Parkland Fields (May-Sept)

Booking Deadline

Summer Arena Floor (April 1-August 31)

Recreation Ball or Inline Hockey

1-Jan

School (Public or Private)

1-Jun

Winter Ice (September 1-March 31)

Tournaments

1-Jun

Leagues

1-Jun

Book Online at: www.leisure.lethbridge.ca

Gymnasiums

Fall/Winter

Yates

For Booking Details & Deadlines please call: 403-393-6131

Swimming Pools

For Booking Details & Deadlines please visit:

Picnic Shelter Bookings

www.lethbridge.ca/swimming

Available for Booking May 1-September 30 Book Online at: www.leisure.lethbridge.ca

Special Events

Private Events

Runs, Festivals, Other Public Events Private Events

1-May

Book Online at: www.leisure.lethbridge.ca or call 403-320-3011

or call 403-320-3009

Public Events

15-Mar

Book Online at: www.leisure.lethbridge.ca or call 403-320-3011

1-Oct

1 Month Prior to Event

Finds Permit Applications online at: www.lethbridge.ca/event-rentals

Phone Contact for Pools Stan Siwik Pool

403-320-3054

Fritz Sick Pool

403-320-3106

YMCA-Subaru Aquatic Centre

403-942-5757

Westminster Outdoor Pool

403-320-3058

Nicholas Sheran Pool Henderson Outdoor Pool

U of L Maxbell Aquatic Centre

For more information please visit: www.leisure.lethbridge.ca or call 403-320-3111

403-320-3046 403-320-3056 403-329-2706

Community Public Information & Family and Support EventsServices

ACTIVE ALLYSHIP

and why is is important in sport Addressing systemic change and using your voice for positive change. The Coaching Association of Canada’s Anti-racism in Coaching eLearning module provides great information on how to be an active ally.

8 ways to be an active NOT performative ally:

The Coaching Association of Canada also provided ways to be an ally for Indigenous peoples experiencing racism in sport: Base your allyship on information from local Indigenous communities and call out racist behavior and practices. Go beyond acknowledging the harmful and ongoing nature of colonial processes by actively engaging with Truth and Reconciliation and anti-racist practices that promote healing and celebrate Indigenous communities. Participate in critical reflectivity which is key to the decolonization process. Critical reflexivity emphasizes reflection on the dominant narratives, assumptions and perspectives that we understand to be true. Scan with a smartphone to see the sport for all resources.

Photo courtesy of Tourism Lethbridge

THIS INFORMATION IS AN EXCERPT FROM A RESOURCE ON THE LETHBRIDGE SPORT COUNCIL WEBSITE BASED ON INFORMATION FROM THE COACHING ASSOCIATION OF CANADA (COACH.CA) The mission of the Coaching Association of Canada is to enhance the experiences of all athletes and participants in Canada through quality coaching. The mission of the Lethbridge Sport Council is to provide leadership and a collective voice for sport in Lethbridge.

Community Did you know? & Family Support Services

1. Taking a stand in the fight against racism alongside people who face racism. 2. Listening to and honoring what racialized communities say they want. 3. Using privilege to educate and not taking credit for the ideas of others. 4. Not relying on people who experience discrimination to provide teachings. 5. Making space for racialized people to be heard, bringing them into the conversation and hiring them. 6. Considering systems, not people, as being in need of fixing. 7. Finding ways to correct misrepresentations of whites as the norm. 8. Respecting times and spaces created only for racialized groups.

An online publication for sport in Lethbridge

Community & Family Support Services Recreation

Are you in search of opportunities to get or stay active, socialize, explore new sports, or find programming suited to your skill level? Sport Matters includes organizations offering these experiences and more.

Scan this QR code with your phone camera to go directly to the SPORT MATTERS online publication

lethbridgesportcouncil.ca/sportmatters

NOMINATE TODAY 14 ANNUAL TH

Lethbridge Sport Council Achievement Awards

Athletic Performance Awards Includes Jr & Sr Male/Female, Master, Athlete with a Disability, Special Olympics, and Amateur Team.

Includes Coaching (Community & High Performance), Officiating, Volunteer, and Sport Event Excellence

Leadership Awards Includes Shaun Ward Sport Champion, Sport Administrator, and Sport Organization

Spirit in Sport Awards

Presented by:

Includes Servus Credit Union Outstanding Sport Citizen and Knud Petersen Spirit in Sport Award

https://lethbridgesportcouncil.ca/events/achievement-awards

Community & Family Support Services Recreation

Sport Excellence Awards

Looking for Local Sport events? Our online sport event calendar makes it easy to find what is happening in Lethbridge.

Community & Family Support Services Recreation

GO TEAM!

1. Visit the calendar 2. Pick an event to attend 3. Cheer on and support athletes and teams!

Parks & Cemeteries

2023: A YEAR IN REVIEW An overview of this year’s accomplishments

Pickleball Courts

Mountain Bike Park

The new courts are located north of the original six pickleball courts at Legacy Park. The new courts include Plexipave coating, windscreens and an asphalt walkway.

Upgrades completed to improve safety, drainage and rideability. Mountain Bike Park is located in Botterill Bottom Park.

Playground Replacements

Goldfish Mitigation Chinook Lake and Elma Groves pond were treated to remove invasive species.

Community Play Boxes

Mountain View Cemetery Irrigation

Play boxes filled with sport and play equipment were introduced to Legacy Park and Nicholas Sheran Park. Equipment is free to use.

Installation of underground sprinkler system in Blocks A-F. (To be completed in 2024)

Pathway Upgrades

Fifth Year of Grazing

Improved and enhanced pathway network in Rutgers Park and Lakeview Park.

200 goats grazed a total of 175 hectares of park space in Alexander Wilderness, Indian Battle and Botterill Bottom Parks

Community Did you know? & Family Support Services

Three neighbourhood playgrounds were replaced: Tot Lot (corner of 29 St. & 11 Ave S), Kinsmen Park and Squamish Park.

Community Skating & Hockey & Family Support Services

Winter Season Pass Sales Ending January 31, 2024! Recreation and Shinny Winter Season Passes (Sept 1 -Apr 30) will only be available for sale until January 31, 2024 Recreation Skate Season Pass

Shinny Season Pass

(V a lid S e p t e m b e r 1 s t - A p ril 3 0 t h )

Youth (4-17)

Senior (55+) Family (Up to 2 adults and 7 children)

$ $

Adult (18-54)

(V a lid S e p t e m b e r 1 s t - A p ril 3 0 t h )

52.75 Youth (5-17) 82.00 Adult (18-54)

106.75

52.75 Senior (55+) 156.25

177.50

After January 31, 2024: Only The Items Below Will Be Available: Recreation Skate Single Admission

3 & Under Youth (4-17)

FREE Youth (5-17) 4.25 Adult (18-54)

Senior (55+) Family (Up to 2 adults and 7 children)

$ $

4.25 13.50

31.44 Youth (5-17) 50.52 Adult (18-54) 31.44 Senior (55+)

Adult (18-54)

Community Skating & Hockey & Family Support Services

Youth (4-17)

Adult (18-54) Senior (55+)

$ $

5.50 Senior (55+)

12 Punch Recreation Skate Pass

Shinny Single Admission

$ $

12 Punch Shinny Pass $ $ $

Shinny Public Skate 1 Year Pass

Pass Definitions Family:

Parents/guardians (up to 2) and children (up to

17 yrs old) residing in the same household permanently.

Youth (5-17)

8.50

10.75 8.50

54.00 92.16 54.00

( Val i d 1 ye ar f r om dat e of pu r c h as e )

Adult (18-54) Senior (55+)

Purchase Locations

During Paid Public Program Hours Only:

$ $ $

Nicholas Sheran Arena Cavendish Farms Centre Henderson Ice Arena Civic Ice Centre Logan Boulet Arena Labor Club Ice Centre

156.25 241.50 156.25

Communityof&Lethbridge University Family Support Services

Community & Family Support Services

1-31

14-31

Lunch & Listen Concert

Agri-food Hub & Trade Centre

Glow Lethbridge

The Yates Memorial Theater

Elf-The Musical

230 8 St South Free 12:15pm-1:00pm

Thursday - Saturday 4 PM – 9 P Sunday 12 PM – 5 PM www.agrifoodhub.ca

1002 – 4 Ave South 7:30pm For pricing & more information: www.newwesttheatre.com

Glow Lethbridge is a family-friendly, indoor walk-around holiday festival. Along with daily visits from Santa, Glow Lethbridge features a passport scavenger hunt, festive food and beverage oﬀerings, live music and performances, an indoor playground, games, a craft corner, and of course enchanting lights. This year features a spectacular theme: Around the World. Get ready to spread some holiday cheer with Elf: The Musical! This hilarious and heartwarming stage production is based on the beloved 2003 ﬁlm and tells the story of Buddy, a human raised by elves at the North Pole who embarks on a journey to New York City in search of his true identity.

Enmax Centre

Stars on Ice Holiday

Back in Balance Wellness Centre

Downtown Yoga

2510 Scenic Drive South 7:00pm For tickets and pricing visit: www.starsonice.com or www.enmaxcentre.ca

303 - 3rd Ave South 5:30pm-6:30pm Wednesdays Donations accepted December 6, 13, 20

Every Saturday

Join The Lethbridge Music Conservatory for a FREE concert featuring Dale Ketcheson (guitar)! 12:15 - 1:00 p.m. in Casa’s Community Room. This concert is generously funded by the Re-Imagine Downtown Activation Grant through Opportunity Lethbridge and the City of Lethbridge.

This December, Stars on Ice delivers Elvis’ special holiday rendition of its award-winning ﬁgure skating show to North America. Stojko’s guest list for this special Stars on Ice “Holiday” tour features a star-studded cast that is sure to check the boxes on every skating fan’s wish list.

Family Ties Association is proud to offer free yoga class downtown in at Back in Balance Wellness Centre. Class will be a gentle flow and led by two certified instructors. One will lead participants through the postures and cue breath, the other to walk around and offer handson assists (if consent is given by individual). Instructors offer diversity through their teaching approach, and can offer trauma-informed instruction and modifications throughout the practice.

Lethbridge’s parkrun Join the PARKRUN movement! A new program is in town for anyone who loves to walk, jog, run or volunteer in our city parks! Meet us at the Kinsmen Picnic Shelter for weekly Parkruns every Saturday. Join the community in active & healthy living!

Community & Family Support Services

CASA Community Room

*Kinsmen Picnic Shelter* Henderson Lake Park 9:00am For more info or to register go to: www.parkrun.ca

Community & Family Support Services