| Administration Office: 827-3362 | Public Works: 827-3610 | Recreation Centre: 827-2446 | FCSS: 827-2296 | Tourism Centre: 827-3300
ext. 21 | Receptionist Judith Coughlin Community Focus Weekly is a supplement ext. 23 | Accounts Payables, Receivables, & Tax Clerk Louise McMann to the quarterly newsletter publication ext. 24 | Payroll Clerk Diane Fournier created by the Town of Grande Cache. ext. 25 | Chief Financial Officer Carolyn Ferraby ext. 27 | Manager of Economic Development & Tourism Tara Wignes For a copy of the current newsletter please visit our website below . ext. 28 | Marketing Officer VACANT ext. 30 | Development Officer Debbie McCann ext. 31 | Executive Secretary Lisa Brown ext. 31 | Chief Administrative Officer Darren Ottaway ext. 33 | Mayor Louise Krewusik
November 25th, 2008
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Next Regular Council Meeting ‐ November 26th @ 5:00pm
SO YOU FEEL YOU HAVE NOTHING TO DO?
Lighting of Rocky the Ram Park Thursday, November 27 at 7:00 p.m. at the Provincial Building Parking Lot. Enjoy an evening of music, hot chocolate, baked goodies, and mush more. Be a part of the lighting of the downtown square as we get set to welcome the holiday season. Don’t forget to dress warm!
Nutcracker & Sugar Plum Fairies Activity Night Saturday, Dec. 13 join us for a fun filled day of crafts, and the sugarplum fairies movie. 7‐9 p.m. in the recreation lobby.
Christmas Party at the Rec Centre Sunday, December 14 join us for a fun filled day of crafts, cookie decorating, skating, and a special guest appearance from Santa. 1‐5 p.m. Fun for the entire family!
2008 Holiday Light Competition Hosted by the Grande Cache Arts and Culture Committee. Recognition for top displays of holiday decorations and lights in the categories of Best Street, Industrial, Eco‐Friendly & Overall. Entry Deadline: December 1st. Entry forms are available at the Recreation Centre, Town Office or at www.grandecache.ca. You must be entered to participate. Judging Date: December 10th Winners will be announced on December 14th at our Christmas Holiday Celebration. Call 780‐827‐2446 for more information
Arena Cancellations: Saturday, Dec. 6 ‐ Public Skating Cancelled Saturday, Dec. 13—Public Skating Cancelled
THERE IS SUPPORT!
Monthly Draw Winner: The winner of our October monthly Draw was Rose Delorme, who won a movie pack! Join or drop in any programs this month to enter to win a 6‐month facility pass. Each month is a new prize!
Pool Fun: Nov. 21 ‐ Teen Swim 11 p.m. ‐ 12 midnight (watch our Friday night movie first & get in FREE!) Nov. 26 ‐ Break from winter tropical theme 6:30‐8 pm Dec. 1 ‐ My friend is better than your friend 6:30‐8 pm Dec. 5 ‐ Coco & kisses 1:30–3 pm & 6–8 pm Dec. 8 – Iceberg 6:30–8 pm Dec. 10 ‐ Decorate gingerbread cookies 6:30–8 pm Dec. 12– Candy cane swim 1:30–3 pm & 6–8 pm Dec. 15 ‐ Iceberg 6:30–8 pm Dec. 17 – Christmas theme swim 6:30–8 pm Dec. 19 – Santa will be at the pool 1:30–3 pm & 6 ‐8 pm
Drop‐In Activities Volleyball Tuesday Nights: 6:30‐8pm until December 16 *Excluding Remembrance Day Basketball Wednesday Nights: 7 ‐ 8pm until December 17th
Grotto Climbing Wall Open Tuesdays and Thursdays for all ages drop ‐in from 3:30 to 5:00. Anyone can come down after school to learn climbing techniques and participate in challenges and games!
Friday Night is Movie Night Join us Friday’s at 9pm for a movie in the lobby of the Rec. Centre. New and old titles will be played. Film ratings will be enforced so call ahead or check our website for movie details.
A Support Group has been formed by F.C.S.S. and AADAC for people who are affected by loved one’s misuse of drugs and alcohol. The group offers a chance to share and learn about addictions. Held every Tuesday from 6:30 ‐ 7:30 p.m. at the F.C.S.S. Office. Contact Joan at 827‐2296 for more info.
NEW PHONE SYSTEM AT THE REC CENTRE Next time you call the Rec Centre, you will be asked to enter an extension number to reach the right person: Duane Didow, Manager: Ext. 22 Thomas Phillips, Coordinator: Ext. 24 Kevin Gramm, Operations Superisor: Ext. 34 Sheri Budd, Program & Events Supervisor: Ext. 32 Marcel Layes, Maintenance Supervisor: Ext. 26 Christin Gillis, Aquatics Supervisor: Ext. 23 Melanie Hryniuk, Administration & Facilty Bookings: Ext. 21 Creative Kids Preschool: Ext. 37
CHRISTMAS SHOPPING Stop by the Tourism & Interpretive Centre and check out the Gift Shop! You’ll be surprised at the wildlife items, books, animal tracks, adult and children’s clothing, stocking stuffers, and unique jewellery! Open Monday ‐ Saturday 9:00 a.m. ‐ 5:00