July 2023 Recreation & Culture Guide

NICHOLAS SHERAN LEISURE CENTRE SCHEDULE

Schedule Notes

Canada Day - July 1st - CLOSED

Summer Lessons Session 1 - July 3rd - 14th

Summer Lessons Session 2 - July 17th - 28th

Summer Lessons Session 3 - July 31st - August 11th

Summer Lessons Session 4 - August 14th - August 25th

Private Rentals - Visit RecEx.ca/Lethbridge to view our Birthday and Event Bookings.

STAN SIWIK LEISURE CENTRE SCHEDULE

Schedule Notes

Canada Day - July 1st - CLOSED

Summer Lessons Session 1 - July 3rd - 14th

Summer Lessons Session 2 - July 17th - 28th

Summer Lessons Session 3 - July 31st - August 11th

Summer Lessons Session 4 - August 14th - August 25th

Private Rentals - Visit RecEx.ca/Lethbridge to view our Birthday and Event Bookings.

Pool

FRITZ SICK LEISURE CENTRE SCHEDULE

HENDERSON OUTDOOR POOL SCHEDULE

Schedule Notes

Canada Day - July 1st - OPEN 1pm - 7pm

Summer Lessons Session 1 - July 3rd - 14th

Summer Lessons Session 2 - July 17th - 28th

Summer Lessons Session 3 - July 31st - August 11th

Summer Lessons Session 4 - August 14th - August 25th

Private Rentals - Visit RecEx.ca/Lethbridge to view our Birthday and Event Bookings.

ADVANCED SWIM PROGRAMS

L.S.S Swim and Lifesaving Instructor

July 5 to 9 17244

Swim Instructors are responsible for teaching and evaluating candidates participating in the Swim for Life and Canadian Swim Patrol programs. Combined with the Lifesaving Instructor course prepares instructors to teach Br. Med and Br. Cross and to apply level 1 leadership competencies and strategies designed to teach swimming and lifesaving.

Prerequisite(s): 15 years old and Bronze Cross or higher.

July 17 to 19 17248

This 20 hour course will certify the successful candidate in Br. Med. Candidates must be 13 years old.

July 19 to 21 17247

This 20 hour course will certify the successful candidate in Br. Cr. Candidates must be 13 years old and have completed Bronze Medallion (need not be current). SFA CPR-C is required before taking the course. Aug 14 to 18

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

Candidates must be 16 years old, have a current Bronze Cross & hold a current Standard First Aid CPR-C Certification. Please bring proof of SFA/CPR C to first class.

Emergency First Aid

New Dates TBA

$115.50

Successful candidates will receive certification in Emergency First Aid and CPR-C. Held in the classroom of Stan Siwik Pool (1901 15 Ave N)

Lifesaving Society Standard First Aid $167.00

July 8 & 9 17249 Sat/Sun 8:30am-5:00pm

Aug 5 & 6 17253 Sat/Sun 8:30am-5:00pm

Standard First Aid 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.

Includes CPR-C and AED certification. Current for 3 years.

L.S.S. Standard First Aid Recertification $100.00

July 15 17246 Sat 8:30am-5:00pm

Aug 4 17250 Fri 8:30am-5:00pm

Standard First Aid Recertification 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 recertify 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 and must attend an original course. Individuals who are unsuccessful in completing a Lifesaving Standard First Aid Recertification course are required to complete an original course. No repeat recertification courses are permitted. Note: Must bring current First Aid Certification to course.

Note: Must bring NL certification and current Standard First Aid Cert to the exam. Leth@recreationexcellence.com

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): 15 years old and Bronze Cross or higher

Prices include all materials, certification fees, and GST

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

Infant (0-2.9yrs)

Child (3-12yrs)

Youth (13-17yrs)

Student (ID Required) Adult (18-59) Senior (60+yrs)

Memberships All Prices Include GST

Child (3-12yrs)

Youth (13-17yrs) Student (ID Required)

(18-59)

(60+yrs)

Guardian Family

REGISTRATION / REFUND INFORMATION

Lesson Registration

• Registrations can be made online at lethbridge.ca/swimming or by telephone/in-person Monday-Friday between the hours of 9am and 5pm.

• Registration is on a first come first served basis.

• If registering by phone and no one answers please leave a message.

• Participants may register in a maximum of two (2) classes/session.

• Participants may waitlist in any class

Preparing to Register

• Create an account prior to registration at lethbridge.ca/ swimming

If you do not have an account you will need the following:

• Name & birth date of account holder (Adult)

• Name & birth date of participants

• Home address, phone # and postal code

• Program level, session time and alternatives if class is full

• Payment information incl 3 digit CVV # on credit cards for phone registrations

Fees

Fees must be paid in full at the time of registration. Cash, Debit, Visa, MC, Rec Ex Gift Card & Cheque are accepted in person. Cheques are payable to Recreation Excellence. Post dated cheques are not accepted. A $25 charge will be applied to all NSF cheques. Only Visa & MC are accepted for phone registrations. Visa & MC Debit cards are accepted online and in person.

Registration Locations

Stan Siwik Leisure Centre 1901 15 Ave N Phone: (403) 320-3054

Nicholas Sheran Leisure Centre 401 Laval Blvd W Phone: (403) 320-3046

Fritz Sick Leisure Centre 420 - 11 St S Phone:(403) 320-3109

Online and Phone registrations are highly encouraged for more information look online: lethbridge.ca/swimming

Program Cancellations

Programs with insufficient registration are subject to cancellation. Customers will be notified as soon as a decision regarding cancellation has been made. All efforts will be made to accomodate any registrants displaced by cancellations. A full refund or credit to account will be issued for courses cancelled by Recreation Excellence.

Withdrawals

• Withdrawals received more than fourteen (14) days prior to the start of the lesson set or course will not be subject to a withdrawal fee.

• Withdrawals made between five (5) and fourteen (14) days prior to the lesson start date will be subject to a 10% withdrawal fee. The remaining balance may be left on your account for future use or a refund may be requested. Refunds of less than $5.00 will remain on the account.

• You may withdraw and re-register into another program without penalty prior to five (5) days before the lesson start date.

• No refunds will be given if withdrawal is within five (5) days of the lesson start date.

Transfers

All transfers are subject to availability and may be made without penalty up to five (5) days prior to the lesson start date. Transfers made by Recreation Excellence will not incur a penalty. Any resulting increase in program fees due to the transfer must be paid by the customer at the time of transfer.

Medical / Moving

Withdrawals for medical / relocation reasons are permitted with no penalty prior to the lesson start date. Refunds for withdrawal after the lesson start date will result in a pro-rated refund or credit on account. Proof of medical / relocation must be provided within two (2) weeks of notification of withdrawal for refunds or credits to be issued.

Lost Card

At the request of the card holder lost or stolen cards will be replaced. A $5.00 lost card fee will apply. Does not apply to Visit Cards

RecEx.ca/Lethbridge

Leth@recreationexcellence.com

ABOUT THE POOLS - NEW CHANGES

Our top priority is to provide a safe and enjoyable experience at our facilities. Safety is paramount when it comes to pools and waterslides, and taking necessary precautions can greatly minimize the chances of accidents and injuries. This summer, our Recreation Excellence leadership team aims to emphasize the importance of implementing proper safety measures, waterslide rules, preventing contamination, and following facility policies.

Water slides add a huge element of fun to swimming pools, but to ensure the good times last, safety must always be the first consideration. In accordance with the manufacturer rules and best practices the waterslides are ONE RIDER SLIDES, the slider must be 42 inches tall and able to ride in a supine position.

Why am I not allowed to ride double with my child on the waterslide?

The force and speed of a double rider can cause riders to be ejected from the slide or lose control during the ride and collide with each other. The increased speed may make it more difficult to control movements and react to unexpected situations, leading to injuries and accidents.

In the event of an emergency or if one rider becomes distressed or disoriented during the ride, the presence of a second rider can complicate the situation. It may be challenging to provide immediate assistance or evacuate both riders safely, potentially delaying rescue efforts and increasing the risk of further harm.

We appreciate your understanding as we make great efforts to ensure all guests enjoy a safe ride on the waterslides.

Can I use the Splash Pad area with my kids?

The slides are for children 10 years of age and younger. Parents are more than welcome to assist their children on the splash pad structure; however, parents are not permitted to ride down the slide on the splash pad structure.

What is a safety check?

Staff will inspect the pool basin for hazards and contamination. Safety checks are conducted at 3:30pm and 6:30pm and require everyone to come out of the water and stay behind the “yellow line” for 10 – 15 minutes. We recommend taking this time to hydrate, re-apply sunscreen, or use the washroom.

What is a bag check?

Our facility strictly enforces policies and rules, such as bag checks, to maintain a secure environment for all visitors. Conducting bag checks at entry helps prevent prohibited and restricted items from entering the premises, to ensure our guests have a safe and fun overall experience.

Why can’t I go swimming right after eating food?

We advise you to wait at least 15 – 20 minutes after eating before you enter the pool. This allows your body to properly digest food and prevent fecal and vomit contaminations. By following these guidelines, we can collectively maintain a clean and healthy swimming environment for everyone to enjoy.

How can I find out more information?

You are welcome to send us an email at leth@recreationexcellence.com or contact our facility for any further questions you may have.

Stan Siwik Leisure Centre 403-320-3054

Nicholas Sheran Leisure Centre 403-320-3046

Fritz Sick Leisure Centre 403-320-3109

Henderson Outdoor Pool 403-320-3056

Dempsey Gibbons Fight in Shelby, 1923

On 4 July 1923, Shelby, Montana, hosted the world-title boxing match between Jack Dempsey and Tommy Gibbons.

Shelby had great hopes and expectations for the fight believing the match would bring riches and pres tige to the community. A 40,000 -seat arena was constructed and thousands were expected to come to Shelby from across North America. When the fight was finally called in the 15th round, the event was a financial disaster for Shelby.

How was Lethbridge involved in the event?

In the 5 July 1923, Lethbridge Daily Herald , C.F. Steele shared some of the ways southern Alberta was involved, with musical entertainment, beer, and more:

“Alberta was numerously represented at the Glorious Fourth spree at Shelby. The southern ranges contributed most of the horses and cattle for Ray Knight’s rodeo. Joe Healy and his Blood Indians led the natives in the street parade and Alberta beer struggled through

the long hot hours of Wednesday to keep the throats of the crowd wet….

Attractions come and go, but the Kilties go on forever. The Lethbridge Pipe Band was the hit of the day pulling the attention of weary sightseers when everything else failed to get the faintest trace of a smile. The Lethbridge band was a knockout, but it is a crying shame that this city sent them to the centre of the sporting world without a tag or a sign indicating that they hailed form Lethbridge. ”

Steele also noted that Art Baalim was seen at numerous locations in Shelby during the event. This wasn’t surprising as “A.G. Ba alim had control of the fight tickets for all of western Canada.” (7 September 2002, Lethbridge Herald )

Several southern Albertans made their way to Shelby to view the fight and shared memories of it over the years.

Oh, and in case you were wondering, Dempsey won the fight and retained his title.

Lethbridge Historical Society

facebook.com/LethbridgeHistoricalSociety/

Ready, Set, READ!

Mondays & Wednesdays

Jul. 3 – 26 | 10:30 – 11:30 AM

Main Branch (Kids’ Corner)

Jul. 3 – 26 | 2 – 3 PM

Crossings Branch (Friends Place Meeting Room)

Ready, Set, Read! gives children who can read, and have attended Kindergarten through Grade 3, the opportunity to read with a volunteer who has attended Grades 4–12.

In this fun and informal program, the reader and volunteer share 40 minutes of reading time, with the last 20 minutes spent in a fun group activity.

Visit lethlib.ca to register.

JULY EXHIBITIONS

JULY 8 - SEPTEMBER 30

NATHAN EUGENE CARSON | CUT FROM THE SAME CLOTH

ORGANIZED BY THE POWER PLANT CONTEMPORARY ART GALLERY (TORONTO)

RYLAND FORTIE | EPOCH GNAW

SEAN JENA TAAL | WITCH’S FINGERS

ART OF AJET | SHOP AT SAAG FEATURE ARTIST

THE GALLERY WILL BE CLOSED JUNE 25 TO JULY 8 FOR EXHIBITION INSTALLATION

JULY PROGRAMS + EVENTS

JULY 8 | ARTICULATIONS WITH NATHAN EUGENE CARSON 2 - 3 PM

JULY 8 | OPENING RECEPTION 7 - 9 PM

JULY 13 | BLETCHER HOUR READING GROUP

JULY 29 | CRAFTERNOON VISIT WWW.SAAG.CA/EVENTS FOR DETAILS

Casa Summer Salon

MAKING IT BIG IN LETHBRIDGE

On exhibit: June 17 - August 19

Raija Abbott • Jessi Adams-Crawford

Daniel Audet • Alexis Bialobzyski

Ivan Bering • Jean K. Blackall

Mac Bronk • Katie Marie Bruce

Kelaine Devine • Tanya Doody

Eric Dyck • G. Wayne Dwornik

Loralee Sand Edwards • Joan Erickson

Camille Eudes • Rolf Falschebner

Eve Ford • Kim Frondall

Amy Gaulin • Sophia Halsey-Dam

Teresa Heyburn • Suzette Hill

Michelle Kimura • Danin Lawrence

Michael J Leeb • Mel Lefebvre

Shelly Lloyd • James MacDonald

Jana Rayne MacDonald • Christian Manahan

Karla Mather-Cocks • MMBO

Jordan Mudrack • Thorsten Nesch

Kyra Peake • Isabel Robertson

Maria Rivier • Crysta Rukin

Debra Schultz • Danae Scuris-Brown

Kim Siever • Natalia Smith

Vivian Smith • Angela Talbot

Craig Talbot • Jason Trotter

Susie Thursby • Beverly Waters

Donna Wetterstrand • Lev Zienchuk

PLATFORM PROJECT SPACE

THE WORSHIPERS: 2023

Mahshad Hosseini

SAOKITAPI GALLERY

NIIISTO ‘AAKO’K (I AM)

Kainai High School Art Exhibition

Sign-up on the casalethbridge.ca or visit us on social media.

JULY 2023

EVENTS & PROGRAMS

SPECIAL EVENTS

all ages welcome | children to attend with caregiver | registration required |

Tue 04 | 10–11 am

Herbarium Play Day

museum admission applies | free to members | held at the University of Lethbridge Herbarium

Sat 08 | 5–8 pm

FRINGE Bike + Seek

Scavenger Hunt

$10 per person | 10% members discount

CREATIVE COMMUNITY

hands-on activities connected to local history and culture for adults and seniors, including those requiring accessibility

Wed 05 | 10:30–11:30 am

Summer Scenery

Watercolour Painting

HANDS-ON HISTORY

interactive programs for kids of all ages, to attend with a caregiver

Wed 05 | 1:00–2:00 pm

Summer Scenery

Watercolour Painting

Wed 19 | 10:00 am–noon

Carnival Cotton candy! Popcorn!

Giant Snakes and Ladders! Crafts!

Sun 23 | noon–2:00 pm

Blackfoot Games with Mary

Ellen Little Mustache

Sat 29 | 10:30–11:30 am

Birdhouses

www.galtmuseum.com

WALKING TOURS

adults and seniors | $10 advance tickets required at least 2 hours before start time | 10% members discount | location details provided during registration.

Thu 06 | 6–7:15 pm

Downtown Historical

Thu 13 | 6–7:15 pm

Downtown Queer History

Thu 20 | 6–7:15 pm

Remembering Lethbridge’s Chinatown

FLORA FOUNDATIONS

adults and seniors | $10 advance tickets required at least 2 hours before start time | meet at Helen Schuler Nature Centre parking lot

Sat 08 | noon–2 pm

Saskatoon with Dr. Jenny Burke

Sat 22 | noon–2 pm

Okonoki (Saskatoon) with Api’soomaahka

Sat 29 | 3:00–4:00 pm

Goldenrod with Kristin Krein

| meet at Fort Whoop-Up

THE GALT PRESENTS...

adults and seniors | registration not required | museum admission applies | free to members

Thu 13 | 10:30–11:30 am

Katie DeLucia on Trans-plant: A New Englander’s Perspectives of Trans Experience on the Prairie

INDIGENOUS HISTORY

all ages welcome | children to attend with caregiver | registration not required | museum admission applies | free to members

Thu 20 | 10:30–11:30 am

Akóka’tssin (Sundance) with Elder Francis First Charger

OPEN FOR THE SUMMER!

Suitcases for Kids

Children and teens can be faced with quickly packing up their precious belongings when having to move to a different home into foster care Whatever the reason, this process can be traumatic. A suitcase can be an essential item that can restore dignity and hope You can help these children sort through their feelings and provide a little security.

Newcomer Girls Club Base Camp for Newcomer Children

For many newcomer youth, settling into a new place comes with significant challenges, especially for our newcomer girls. It is crucial that these youth develop confidence and a positive sense of identity

We provide a free, safe space where newcomer girls can feel nurtured and mentored, and be encouraged to be active members of their communities.

We want to help each young person successfully connect with their community

We provide an immersive and engaging environment where newcomer children develop and maintain English skills through a variety of fun activities, arts and crafts, and sports.

Learn about these and other initiatives at www.LFSfamily.ca/donate

www.lfsfamily.ca/donate

EXPLORE THE EXHIBITS...

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Thriving in our changing climate

On display until July 31

Worlds Within a Valley

by Amy Gaulin

Live Drawing Event: July 9 & 23 | 10:30am-3:30pm

Ages 2 to 5

Celebrate summer and explore nature with your preschooler during these 2 week sessions!

Wednesdays or Thursdays

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

$10 per Session | For Course Dates: Leisure.Lethbridge.c a

Coulees & Culture Day Camp

Discover activities inspired by theatre, art, nature & local history. Learn, grow & play at a new venue each day!

Get outside this summer and enjoy nature-based games and activities in these 2 week sessions!

Wednesdays or Thursdays

10am - Noon

$20 per Session | For Course Dates: Leisure.Lethbridge.c a

Planting trees is both a legacy project & an act of climate leadership that will benefit Lethbridge for generations to come.

1. Select a tree that works best for your yard

2. Plant a tree in your yard

Register Online: Leisure.Lethbridge.ca

Located in the river valley north of CPR High Level Bridge

3. Register your tree with the City of Lethbridge's Tree Registry to help us reach our goal! Nature.Lethbridge.ca

Meet The Cedar Waxwing

Cedar Waxwings ( Bombycilla cedrorum) are sleek, masked birds with unusual red, waxy deposits at the tips of their secondary feathers. They are cinnamon-coloured, with grayish wings and tails and yellow terminal tail-bands and got their names from their fascination for cedar fruits.

Cedar Waxwings have a lisping cry when feeding in flocks. They have two common calls: a high -pitched, trilled bzeeeee and a sighing whistle.

They are one of the few North American birds that specialize in eating fruit.

Cedar Waxwings eat in shifts. One group will eat first and then moves out of the way for the next group. This is very polite behaviour compared to most birds. Sometimes they can become drunk from eating fermented berries.

As social birds, a group of them is known as "ear-full" or "museum".

Cedar Waxwings are quick fliers and can fly at a speed of 40 km/h.

For more information:

www.migrationresearch.org /mbo/id/cedw.html

www.animalspot.net/cedarwaxwing.html

www.birdsandblooms.com /birding/attractingbirds/bird-nesting/cedarwaxwing-baby/

www.aiwc.ca/blog/winterwaxwings-and-windowstrikes/

https://birdfact.com/articles /female-cedar-waxwings

www.reddeeradvocate.com

/life/gorgeous-gluttonswaxwings-live-large-ingroups-and-with-gusto/

For information about our Field Trips please visit: www.NatureLethbridge.org

Photo: Animalspot.net

Photo: Allan Claybon

Photo: Paul Sundberg

The best parts of summer are about making memories. Give your kids a summer they’ll remember. We have a summer camp for everyone – challenging, creative and confidence-building experiences for youth of all ages.

SUMMER

Mountain Bike Camp – Sweet Shredders

Aug. 8 to 11 • 10:30 to 11:45 a.m.

Mountain Bike Camp – Youth Rippers

Aug. 8 to 11 • 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m

Totally Dance and Move

July 4 to 7 • 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Totally Dance Fusion

July 4 to 7 • 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

July 4 to 7 • 1 to 4 p.m.

July 10 to 14 • 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

KODIAKS CAMPs

• Session 4: July 24 to 28 • 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

• Session 5: July 31 to Aug. 4 • 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

• Session 6: Aug. 8 to 11 • 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

• Session 7: Aug. 14 to 18 • 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

DIY Carpentry

• Ages 11 – 14 • July 31 to Aug. 4 • 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Ecosystem Explorers

• Ages 7 – 10 • July 24 to 28 • 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Forensic Explorers

• Session 1: July 10 to 14 • 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

• Session 2: July 17 to 21 • 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Kakyosin Camp

• Ages 10 – 12 • July 11 to 13 • 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Mountain Bike Camp – Tiny Tots

• Ages 4 – 5 • Aug. 8 to 11 • 8:30 to 9:15 a.m.

Mountain Bike Camp – Junior Jumpers

• Ages 6 – 8 • Aug. 8 to 11 • 9:20 to 10:20 a.m.

Developmental Basketball (Jr.) • Ages 11 – 14

• Session 1: July 31 to Aug. 4 • Various times

• Session 2: Aug. 14 to 18 • Various times

Developmental Basketball (Sr.) • Ages 14 – 18

• Session 1: July 31 to Aug. 3 • 6 to 9 p.m.

• Session 2: Aug. 14 to 17 • 6 to 9 p.m.

Developmental Volleyball – Female (Sr.)

• Ages 14 – 18 • Aug. 21 to 25 • 9 a.m to 4 p.m.

Developmental Volleyball

– High Performance (Jr.)

• Ages 11 – 14 • Aug. 8 to 11 • 6 to 9 p.m.

Developmental Volleyball

– Learn to Play (Jr.)

• Ages 11 – 14 • Aug. 8 to 11 • 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Developmental Volleyball (Sr.)

• Ages 14 – 18

• Aug. 21 to 25 • 6 to 9 p.m.

BE FIT FOR LIFE Take Time to Stretch

Enjoy a Whole Range of Benefits from Just Stretching

We all have some tight spots on our body - maybe it's our hamstrings, hips, upper back or shoulders. The fact is that our daily lives rarely promote good mobility - we simply sit and slouch too much!

Taking a little time to stretch brings a host of benefits including improved mobility, better posture, reduced muslce and joint pain, reduced headaches and stress, and improved breathing and blood flow.

Here are some ideas for incorporating some stretching into daily life:

- Take a walk and get your whole body moving: Swing your arms, do shoulder circles, lean your ear towards your shoulder, hug each knee to your tummy, kick your legs out straight or exaggerate twisting at your waist as you walk.

- Join a yoga or tai chi class. There are offerings around Lethbrdige Parks this summer. Check out the Interfaith Food Bank, Nordbridge Seniors or Nikka Yuko Garden websites for more info.

For more information, call 403-382-6919 or go to lethbridgecollege.ca/befitforlife

- Simply stretch - focus on the backs of your legs, the fronts of your hips and opening up through the front of your shoulders and chest. Try to hold your stretches for 30 seconds and keep them comfortable! Did You Know?

FREE summer programs for all ages!

Paint yellow fish by storm drains that say “Rainwater Only”

Get involved today!!

www.lethbridge.ca/yellowfishroad **get a kit to keep for a couple weeks**

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2023 BLITZ DAYS: **show up these days and times to paint some stormdrains**

Wednesday, July 12 Norbridge Lions Park (North): 10am to 12pm

Wednesday, August 9 Kinsmen Park (South): 10am to 12pm

**adults must be present for duration of Blitz Days** weather dependent**

For more information, contact: Stephanie Vehnon

E: yfr@lethbridge.ca

P: (403) 320-4988

Fun Outdoor Games for Kids

No Equipment Needed

This article from Active for Life includes many favourite no-equipment outdoor games for kids. This list includes traditional games, fun variations on old-time favourites, and some new activities. Whether you’re looking for outdoor games for a big group or just a few, this list is a great go-to guide for fun active outdoor games that you can set up on the spur of the moment, no gear or equipment necessary! There are 9 different 'tag' games, running games, and several options for toddlers and preschoolers We picked 'The Captain is Coming' as a classic favourite to remind you of, and share the rules and commands so you could play too.

The Captain is Coming

This game starts by designating one player as “the Captain.” This player is captain of the ship and will shout out commands that the other players must follow. The last player to do the command is eliminated from the game until only one player remains. Before starting the game, use real or imaginary markers to designate the different sides of the ship: front (bow), back (stern), left side (port) and right side (starboard). Make sure all the players know the names and directions of the sides of the ship, as well as what the other commands mean It helps to do a couple practice runs. It’s also a good idea to start with a handful of commands and add more commands to increase the complexity of the game

Bow: Run to the front of the ship

Stern: Run to the back of the ship

Port: Run to the left side of the ship

Starboard: Run to the right side of the ship

Captain’s coming: Run to the captain and salute

Hit the deck: Lie on the ground.

Scrub the deck: Pretend to scrub the ground

Climb the rigging: Pretend to climb a rope.

Dig for treasure: Pretend to dig

Cannonballs: Crouch down and cover your ears.

Submarine: Lay on back and stick up one leg

Three men in a lifeboat: Three players stand together and pretend to row a boat.

A classic you might have forgotten

AN EXCERPT FROM AN ARTICLE BY JOSÉE BERGERON BY JOSÉE BERGERON - PUBLISHED ON ACTIVE FOR LIFE - PUBLISHED ACTIVE FOR LIFE

Give new sports Try a

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Lethbridge

Plays KIDS ZONE

CanadaDayLethbridge

Bouncy Huts

Airbrush Tattoos

Balloon Twisting

Face Painting

Medieval Village

Children's Plays

FOOD HUB

Timber Ridge Trading

Spring Rolls

Fluff n Stuff

The Grateful Grill

Taco Love

Macs & Custard

Mediterranean BBQ

Authentic Churros

Swirls Ice Cream

Piggyback Pou�nerie

Grizzly Paw Soda

Mr Staxx

M & M Foods Market

MS Enterprise

Moo Magic Ice Cream

Jerry's Pop Shop

Henderson Lake

July 1, 2023

NickeltheBeaver

And more....

West Winds Ke�le Corn

Proditel

The Tail-Gators

Gosia’s Pierogies

Cool Beans

Crepe Affair

Fresh Squeezed Lemonade

Antojitos Latin Cravings

Booster Juice

Kona Ice

Uncle Milts Rootbeer

Santeria Taco Truck

The Frozen Yoghurt Spot

Vesano Pizza

Tacos Made in Mexico

That Hawaiian Burger Truck

Stage Show

11am - 11pm

Kids/Youth Zone 12noon - 8pm

Kids Market 12noon - 4pm

Food Hub 12noon - 11pm

Fireworks 11:00pm

...EVEN MORE CANADA DAY EVENTS!!!

Special Canada Day Parkrun

5km Charity Run/Walk around Henderson

Nikka Yuko Centennial Garden

Begins at Nikka Yuko, Entry by food donation

SPITZ STADIUM

Swift Current 57's Battle the Lethbridge Bulls in a Double Header at Spitz Stadium 2:05 & 7:35pm

Lethbridge & District Exhibition

Farmer's Market

8:00am - 1:00pm

Free to attend

Thank you to our 2023 Sponsors

Support

Lethbridge Tennis Club

2611 Parkside Drive South, Lethbridge, AB

Camps

Learn to play and have fun. Age appropriate activities and games. Coach: Aidan (school teacher and advanced player).

Schedule 2023:

July 3-7

July 17-20 (short week)

July 25-28 (short week)

August 7-11

August 14-18

• Ages 5-12

• Camps run Monday -Friday (most weeks)

• 9 a m - 12 noon

• Camps run subject to interest (minimum of 6 participants)

• Please bring snacks and water bottle

• Payment is $85 per week per child.

Payment by etransfer: lethtennisclub@gmail.com

Please add name of child and camp week in the notes section Weather permitting.

Junior Lessons

Coaches: Volunteer Club members

Schedule 2023:

July:

August

Saturday 8th, 15th, 22nd

Saturday 5th, 12th, 19th

Ages 5-9 years 11 a.m.-12 noon, 10+ years 12 noon-1 p.m.

Requires purchase of Junior membership or Family membership.

Weather permitting

Private Coaching

Coach: Emily (Division 1 US college tennis player)

Fees: $30-$60 per hour.

Memberships

Annual Membership:

Junior: $35

College/University Student (with ID): $100

Adult: $150

Senior: $135

Couple: $260

Family: $320

Short term $10/day, $60/month

Payments can be made by cash/cheque at the club from opening day or by etransfer to: lethtennisclub@gmail.com

When paying by etransfer please add the names of the individual members registering in the Notes section of the etransfer.

Membership includes use of courts except for club events.

Club Day most Saturdays 1-3 p m.

Everyone Welcome. See website for daily calendar: www.tennislethbridge.ca

Adult Lessons

Beginner to advanced players.

Coaches: Volunteer Club members

Schedule 2023:

July & August

Men: Tuesdays 6-7pm

Women: Wednesdays 6-7pm

Informal play from 7 p.m.

Requires purchase of membership

Weather permitting

Contact: emgranson28@gmail.com Payment is by etransfer: lethtennisclub@gmail.com Please add name of player and dates in the notes section.

Email: lethtennisclub@gmail.com Website: www.tennislethbridge.ca

People in Sport A R S E N S T E B L E T S K Y I

Hello, I am Arsen Stebletskyi. I am a Ukrainian who has moved with my family to Canada to start rebuilding our life.

I started working out when I was 7. I was inspired by my father, who does not know life without sports After 5 years of wrestling in my hometown, I was invited to one of the strongest sections of wrestling in the western part of Ukraine. I was the youngest athlete training there. It was there that I acquired the skills of discipline and worked a lot on my wrestling abilities, and was very hard on myself.

After a difficult situation in Ukraine, my family and I had to move to Canada I am very happy with it. My new coach, Shawn Daye-Finley, has already given me a lot of advice both on and off the mat, and after that I started to enjoy wrestling even more. Every day I improve myself and do not use the word lazy in my life I am working full time for a landscaping company and coach wrestling when I am not training I see a future here through sport.

It’s important for sport to embody equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) to ensure all participants feel welcome, included and have equal access to sport. The People in Sport stories feature individuals in sport representing populations that have generally faced barriers to participation

oldfish Derby Days

oin us at Chinook Lake o catch some goldfish!

Saturday July 8: 10am-4pm

hursday August 3: 3pm-8pm

Did you know?

Invasive species of fish, such as goldfish and koi, threaten and disrupt natural ecosystems and negatively impact biodiversity.

Please do not release household animals into storm ponds

For more information visit lethbridge.ca/goldfish

City of Lethbridge Skating Programs

Recreation Skating Shinny Hockey/Ringette

Beginner Skate : A slower-paced time for people to practice their skating basics. Skating aids are allowed during this skate. Helmets are recommended.

Family Skate : A special time for parents and children (17 yrs. of age & under) to enjoy a skate together.

Parent & Tot Skate : Free Fun time for parents & pre-school children to learn how to skate. Helmets are recommended.

Public Skate : A skate open to everyone to enjoy. Senior Skate: A skate open for everyone 55 years and over.

Figure Skate : A time for skaters of all ages to practice figure skating skills.

Youth Shinny Hockey : For ages 5 to 15 years, shinny hockey is played with a sponge puck with no body contact and no slap shots. Play is on half ice and is coordinated by Ice Marshals. Players require a hockey stick, skates and a helmet.

Adult Shinny Hockey : Informal hockey for adults is played with a hard puck with no body contact or slap shots. It is played on full ice and is selfsupervised. Protective equipment is required.

Senior Shinny Hockey : Senior shinny hockey is for adults 55 and over with no body contact and no slap shots. Protective equipment is required.

Ringette Shinny : For all ages. Ringette shinny is played with a regulation ring, with no body contact. Players require a ringette stick, skates, gloves, and a helmet with a cage.

Pass Fees

Pass Definitions

Family: Parents/guardians (up to 2) and children (up to 17 yrs old) residing in the same household permanently.

Purchase Locations

During Paid Public Program Hours Only:

Nicholas Sheran Arena ATB Centre Labour Club Ice Centre Civic Ice Centre

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July 14-

Aug 6

Henderson Lake 11am-11pm

www.calendar.lethbridge.ca

Galt Gardens

9am-4pm

www.interfaithfoodbank.ca/ events

Canada Day Celebrations at Henderson Lake

Join us on July 1st for a day full excitement at Henderson Park. Live Music, Market Vendors, Youth Market. Food Trucks, Bouncy Castles, Face Painting and more! Opening Ceremonies: 11am Fireworks: 11pm

Canada Day Party at Galt Gardens

Head down to Galt Gardens for a fundraiser for Interfaith food bank! Live Entertainment on stage, breakfast will be served($), local vendor market and the LeBaron Car Club will have vehicles on display!

July 1516

July 29-30

ENMAX Centre

2510 Scenic Drive S

Prices Start at $31.99

July 14 to August 6, 2023

www.vangoghlethbridge.com

Saturday: Exhibition Park

Gates Open at 9am

Sunday: Galt Gardens 12-3pm

www.streetwheelers.com

Lethbridge Airport

July 29-30

Parking Opens at 8am

Gates Open at 9am Ticketed Event

www.lethbridgeairshow.com

Beyond Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience

Become completely immersed in more than 300 of the greatest works of post-Impressionist artist Vincent Van Gogh a three-dimensional experience.

2023 Street Machine Weekend

Saturday: 100ft drags at Exhibition Park in front of the Grand Stands

Sunday: Show and Shine at the Galt Gardens downtown Lethbridge

International Air Show Lethbridge

This family-friendly feature-packed event will have an incredible display of crowd-pleasing planes, jets, helicopters, a food truck fair, monster truck rides, kids’ playland, market and tradeshow.