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May 2016
Ste. Anne Sparkles
The Ste. Anne Lions Club recently hosted their annual town cleanup. “We had a great turnout and the weather was perfect, everyone did a great job,� said Cathy Roy, a member of the club. Teams even showed up eager to start the day with bags of garbage already collected along their way to the park. As participants arrived they chose sections of the town they wanted to tackle then teams went out and cleaned up debris that accumulated over the winter. Two of the Lions Club members went around visiting businesses offering to wash their windows. After done participants where invited back to the park for a free barbeque lunch and free face painting for the little ones. The Ste. Anne Lions Club would like to thank everyone who came out to enjoy the day with them and to the schools for helping the week prior.
New MLA Voters in the constituency of Dawson Trail have elected not only a new MLA, but a new party. Bob Lagasse who represents the PC Party of Manitoba becomes our representative in the Provincial Legislature. Lagasse garnered more votes than Terry Hayward of the Manitoba Liberals, Roxane Dupuis of the NDP and David Sutherland of the Manitoba Party to win the seat on April 19.
Final Funding Stretch for “Accessible” Playground
Ecolé Ste. Anne Immersion’s (ESAI) Parent Advisory Council (PAC) is reaching out to the membersof the community for donations. The goal is to add some wheelchair accessible play elements and a new play structure along with a decentralized play space at ESAI. Over the last 6 years, the PAC has raised over $115,000 in cash donations, time commitments, and savings. Their shortfall is now under $9,000. The PAC has recognized the fact that Ste. Anne has no wheelchair accessible play structures. They are in the process of updating and adding 4 handicap accessible elements. They have also planned a
green space that adds two additional wheelchair accessible elements. About 1/6th of their cost ($20,916) comes from adding essential equipment that welcomes children and families of all abilities. The parents of ESAI formed a non-profit organization and took on a long-term capital project to fundraising $125,498.90 to modernize, add wheelchair access, increase the capacity, and add a decentralized natural play area. They have also just completed an engineering inspection and the plan is to remove three unsafe parts immediately and make it safe until it can be decommissioned by the end of the school year. The proposed natural play area will include boulder, log, and mound features – will also include some new ideas for the schoolyard. It adds a creative, quiet space, and an outdoor classroom. For more information contact Gunnar at cent0001@me.com or 204-4229888.
Upcoming Events Gardening club for kids 6+ Club will take place May 9, 16, 30 June 6, 13 and 20. At the Arena. Have fun with gardening activities and creative crafts for the garden. Cost of club is $35 plus $15 supplies. Please preregister 204-422-6577 or email recservices@steannemb.ca Yoga for kids ages 6 to 12 Will take place at 736 Traverse Rd. upstairs. May 7, 14, 28 June 4, 11 and 25 from 12 - 1 PM. cost $65. drop in is $10 if space allows. Please preregister 204-422-6577 or email recservices@steannemb.ca Adult Yoga Will be held May 7, 14, 28 June 4, 11 and 25 from 1 to 2:10 PM at 736 Traverse Rd. upstairs. cost for all $56 or $10 drop if space allows 736 Traverse Rd. upstairs Please preregister 204-422-6577 or email recservices@steannemb.ca Introduction to Dance classes ages 4-7 Instructor will assess the needs of the kids and interests and create two great class options. Our instructor is an experienced teacher and is currently a professional dancer for more information call 204-422-6577 or email recservices@steannemb.ca Public Meeting On Tuesday, May 10 at 7 pm. Accueil Kateri Centre, Inc. (foodbank) will have a Public meeting at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 132 Central Ave. Everyone welcome and new memberships accepted. Contact Guy 204-422-5408 or 204-346-2049. Spring Bike Tune-up and Repair tips Thursday, May 12 from 4 pm - 6 pm. If you’re in need a spring tune-up for your bike. Or need some advice and want to learn a bit more about repairing your bike? Come out to the Ste. Anne Police Station and get some tips and tricks. For more info call 204-422-6577 or email recservices@steannemb.ca. Bike Rodeo May 19. In partnership with Ste. Anne Police and Manitoba Public Insurance. Come out for safety, decorating, BBQ and more. Seeking volunteers if interested please email: recservices@steannemb.ca. Seine River Services for Seniors AGM Everyone is welcome to attend the Annual General Meeting on Thursday, May 19, at the Richer Young at Heart Community Center. The day will also consist of a luncheon at 11:30 a.m. to acknowledge our great volunteers followed by the Annual General Meeting at 1 p.m. there will be entertainment, a guest speaker on wills and door prizes. For more information or to register please contact Juliette Rowan at 204-424-5285 before May 13. Richer Community Wide Garage Sale Will take place From Friday, May 27 – Sunday, May 29. Lots of great deals available all over town. Everyone welcome! Walk for Dog Guides and Eastman Pet Adoption Fair Will be held together at Waldenway Canine & Kitty Camp on May 28 from 10 am - 4 pm. Bring the family, bring your friends for an exciting day and meet many wonderful pets and guide dog. For more information or to register for the walk for dog guides go to: purinawalkfordogguides.com. For more information on the adoption fair go to: Dogadoptionmb.com Hospital Family Health Walk Will take place on Saturday, June 4 from 10:30 am - 1:30 pm at the Hospital Grounds. Hospital Fundraiser includes a 4 km family walk, followed by a picnic lunch with outdoor activities for all ages, including the chance to see a Fire Truck! To register contact fondshopitalsteanne.ca/health-walk/ and download pledge form. Registration is free. Door prizes and grand prizes to be won for most money raised.
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Alzheimer Walk Coming to Ste. Anne The Ste. Anne Lions Club would like to welcome the first Alzheimer Society Walk in the Town of Ste. Anne. The walk registration will take place
during the Annual Kite Festival on June 11 at the Ste. Anne soccer park just south of the fire hall. The Walk registration is planned for 10 am and the walk will start at
10:30 am. Participants can choose two options for walking... a short walk of approximately 20 minutes or a longer walk for those who really want to get some exercise (about 30 – 45 minutes). For participants to join it’s a minimum donation of $25 for adults. Walkers will receive a donation receipt. Kids walk for free. There will be team challenges. A team of 10 who commit to raising $1,000 receive matching team t-shirts. Gift cards giveaways are available for other levels of funds raised. “The Alzheimer Society has been providing services in Ste. Anne since February of this year,” said walk organizer
Leona Doerksen, who is also the Regional Coordinator of the Alzheimer Society. “We are so honored to be asked to share in the Kite Festival Family Day. Families are so important especially to people who have been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or other dementia. It is possible to live well, even with dementia, when we have the help and support we need. Thanks to the Lions’ Club for this opportunity to have a Walk for Alzheimer’s to bring awareness and help raise funds for the Alzheimer Society.” For more information or to register for the walk you can contact Leona at 204-326-5771, email alzse@alzheimer.mb.ca or visit www.alzheimer.mb.ca.