January Newsletter.pub (Read-Only) - The Town of Calmar

Community Newsletter
January, February March, April
WELCOME 2011
Effective January 1st, 2011:
Garage Service Change
A Maximum of two (2) cans or four (4) bags will be collected each week.
Bylaw Amendment #2010-13 to the Water, Wastewater, Solid Waste Bylaw was passed on October 4th
BLUE BAG RECYCLE DAY IS CHANGING:
EFFECTIVE JANUARY 31ST BLUE BAG PICKUP WILL BE
MONDAYS
Calmar Fire Department
Now Recruiting
Join us Tuesdays at the Fire Hall
Or call 780-985-2224 for more info
Statistics Canada
Census Jobs
Period of Employment: March to July
Rate of Pay: $14.72-$18.04 per hour
Hours of work: Flexible, must commit at least 20 hours per week
Requirement: must be 18 years of age or over
Apply now at www.census2011.gc.ca or 1-866-773-2011
Welcome to our new Council
Top row( from left to right): Councillor Michele Borodawka, Councillor Don Bartlett, CAO Kathy Murphy
Bottom row( from left to right): Councillor Wally Yachimetz, Mayor Don Faulkner, Councillor Scotty Wiancko

Lets get active Calmar
Wednesday Registered True Tone
5:15 till 6:15pm
$80.00
Calmar Elementary School
Wednesday Registered Zumba
6:30 till 7:15pm
Calmar Elementary School
$80.00
Classes start January 12th
For more info please contact Laura at 780-984-9183
For more info on SPRING classes contact Laura
Valentines Dance
All Classes begin Tuesday January 18th,
2011
Location: Calmar Community Hall
Dance Combo– Ballet, Jazz and
Creative Movements
4:45pm till 5:15pm- Ages 3, 4, 5 year olds
$80.00 for 10 weeks
5:15pm till 6:15pm– Ages 10 to 14year olds
6:15 till 7:15pm Novice 6 to 9 year olds
6:15 till 8:15pm– Intermediate 15 + year olds
$120.00 for 10 weeks
Through the 10 week session your child will learn a
variety of dance forms while building self confidence,
self esteem, creativity and imagination.
Friday February 11th
Calmar Elementary School
$3.00 admission
7:00pm till 9:30pm
Gr. 4-8
For more info please contact
Niki 780-985-3604 Ext 224
Concession will be on hand
Junior Golf Program
Spring Classes will run from
April 5th till June 7, 2011
4:30pm till 8:30pm
For more info or to register contact
Jana Hamilton at 780-893-1142 or visit
www.connectivitydance.com
Communities in Bloom
We are looking forward to another successful season this
year with our Junior Golf Program. It is an excellent
program that instructs the children on the rules of the
game, proper form and etiquette. Watch for early
registration last week of March.
For more information contact
Howard at 780-985-2207 or
Renee 780-218-3953.
Is still looking for volunteers, or groups in the
community to help look after flowers and beds. Please if you have
any free time this season give me a call.
Michele 780-985-2432 I look forward to the calls.
This is a good time to get out in our community and
socialize, get to know your neighbour and enjoy
new company
Monday February 21st, 2011
Mike Karabonik Arena
Enjoy a day of PUBLIC SKATING
12:00 till 4:00pm

2nd Annual Spring Tradeshow
Saturday April 16th, 2011
10:00am till 2:00pm
Table rental $25.00
Tables supplied
Calmar Elementary School
Do you have a Home Business?
Do you Bake? Do you make Crafts?
Registration form is located on the back on this newsletter
or at the Town Office.
Tables will be available based on First come first serve and
only 1 table per company or product will be accepted.
For more info please contact Niki at 780-985-3604 ext 224
or nbergsma@calmar.ca
St. Patrick's Day Dance
Friday March 18th, 2011
Calmar Elementary School
$3.00 admission 7:00 till 9:30pm
Gr 4-8
For more info please contact Niki at 780-985-3604 ext 224
or nbergsma@calmar.ca
Volunteer
Appreciation
Once again, the Town of Calmar will be
hosting its annual
Volunteer Appreciation Night
This event is hosted to
recognize and acknowledge the volunteers
in our community. Volunteers are the most
important tool for non-profit and
community organizations.
Let’s show them we care!
Join us Saturday April 9th, 2011
at the
Calmar Legion
Nomination forms for the
2011 Violet Zak Youth
Volunteer of the Year Award
&
Robert Royer
Volunteer of the Year Award
If you know someone who should
be nominated please pick up a form
at the Town Office
Leduc Regional Parent Link Centre
Stay “n” Play Calmar
1st and 3rd Fridays of each month
9:00am till 12:00pm
Drop in and enjoy an interactive playtime with your child. Socialize with
other children and parents
For more info please contact Lisa 780-979-2388 with Leduc County FCSS
IMPORTANT NOTICE
As of April 1st the following phone numbers will
NO LONGER BE IN SERVICE
780-985-3500 & 780-985-2400
For more information please contact the Fire Department at 780-985-2224

BARBARA SORENSON
Associate
780-221-2145
780-985-3255
YOUR LOCAL EXPERTS
WENDY WARREN
Associate
780-863-2390
1976 Bi Level
5 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom
Fenced Yard, DBL Garage,
Finished Basement
2007 Bi Level
3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom,
Hot Tub, Full Basement
THORSBY 1978 mobile on its own
58x150 lot, DBL heated garage,
backs green space
$144,000
Lot in Warburg, just $21,900, close to school and shopping
Lots starting at $98,900 in Calmar, Build the home of your dreams
TO VIEW ALL OTHER LISTINGS IN TOWN CALL AND WE'D BE HAPPY TO SHOW YOU
CONNECTED TO MORE
Every office is independently owned and operated
Calmar Figure Skating
Annual Carnival
March 20th
11:00am till 3:00pm
Mike Karabonik Arena
Tuesdays 3:15 till 4:45pm
Fridays 5:00 till 6:15pm
Saturdays 4:00 till 5:00pm
Come out and enjoy some public skating with the family
This is a FREE program

Get UP and Go Girl Workshop
Is a 1 day workshop designed for young women between the ages of 7 and 17. This workshop
introduces girls to several sports and recreational activities. The workshop will also focus on
healthy living, healthy body image, and healthy self esteem. There will also be a guest speaker.
The event will also feature a play production during lunch, throughout the day participants will be
provided with 2 healthy snacks, lunch and a special grab bag full of goodies!
WHEN: Saturday, February 26th from 9:00am till 4:30pm
WHERE: Thorsby Recreation Complex
COST: $10.00
REGISTRATION Deadline is: Monday, February 21, 2011
To register please contact Laurie Gellert at 780-789-4041
or Andrea 780-955-3555 Ext 3268
Ski & Snowboard Experience & Winter Festival
WHEN
WHERE
PRICE
TICKETS
- Saturday February 19 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
- Rental shop opens at 5:40 p.m.
- Rabbit Hill Snow Resort
- Individual: $25 per person with rentals
- Individual: $15 per person without rentals
- Family: $110 for a maximum five immediate family members
- $25 per each additional family member
- Rental and family rates includes ski or snowboard rental, helmet
and a beginner level lesson
- Tickets are on sale from January 31 to February 17 at:
Leduc County Parks & Recreation Department
2nd Floor, Service Building, Room 240, 1103-5 St., Nisku
- Tickets are on sale from January 31 to February 14 at:
Calmar Town Office, Devon Town Office, Thorsby
Recreation Complex, New Sarepta Agriplex and Warburg Village
Office
- Unsold tickets will be available on February 19 at Rabbit Hill
starting at 5:30 p.m. for $30 per person
WINTER FESTIVAL ACTIVITIES
If you whole family doesn’t ski, no problem! Come out and enjoy the Winter Festival activities
without strapping on skis or a snowboard. These activities include free hot chocolate,
a scavenger hunt, and outdoor games and activities.
For more information, please contact Darlene
at 780-955-6410 or visit the Leduc County website at www.leduc-county.com

CALMAR LEGION IS HOSTING A FAMILY SOCIAL
When: Saturday, February 12th, 2011
Time: 5:00pm till 10:00pm
Where: Calmar Legion
DJ, Entertainment, Games, Prizes
Tickets Prices Family of 4 $20.00 or over 4 people is $25.00
Light Lunch included in ticket price Tickets will be on sale soon
For more info please contact:
Bob 780-984-8414 , Michele 780-985-2432, Pete 780-669-9499
RAIBOWS–
Children’s grief and loss group
This program registration is on-going.
Please call for more information
780-955-6421
Youth Healthy Asset Building– Leduc County
Are you tired of things never going right for you?
Do you have some great ideas about what you’re good at, but need help organizing your
opportunities?
Do you need help figuring out what you want to do with your life?
If your are between the ages of 15-22 years we’d like to help.
Please call for more information 780-955-6421
Supporting the positive changes you are making in your life.
Available: Private and confidential meetings @ home, work, or in the community.
Contact: Judy L., Dumont, BSW, RSW
Family Support and Youth Services Worker.
780-446-2042 or 780-955-6421

Calmar Public Library
P.O. Box 328, 4705-50 Avenue
Calmar, AB T0C 0V0 Phone: (780) 985-3472 Fax: (780) 985-2859
Email: calmarlibrary@yrl.ab.ca www.calmarpubliclibrary.ca
Games Nights
Mondays, 6pm
The library hosts a games night every Monday.
Come in for a Wii bit of fun. The games are
great and suitable for the whole family.
Movie Nights
Check our website for movie times and
dates
www.calmarpubliclibrary.ca
Movie Nights
Wednesdays, 6pm
The library hosts a weekly movie night.
All movies have a top rating of PG and are suitable for the whole family.
Come out of the cold and enjoy the cinema.
Book a Librarian
By Appointment Only
Book time with a librarian. Learn how
to search the library catalogue, order in
books, conduct research in the
databases, or even download electronic
books and resources. Call the library to
reserve your librarian today!
Please be advised the Town of Calmar will be closed on Monday February 21st, 2011 for Family Day
Hours of Operation: Monday to Friday 9:00am till 12:30pm & 1:00pm till 4:30pm
Visit our Webpage for local updates at www.calmar.ca
Phone (780)985-3604
Fax (780)985-3039
Box 750, 4901-50th Ave, Calmar, AB T0C 0V0
Upcoming Council Meetings:
February 7th
February 22nd
March 7th
March 21st

Calmar Minor Hockey
A HUGE THANK YOU TO THE JERSEY SPONSORS FOR
THE CFCW CRITTERS GAME
Peak Energy
Latmann Equipment
BJ Process & Pipeline
Calmar Apple Drugs
Zyech Truss
R-Dale
Hot Pass Welding
Red-L
Legend Oilfield Services
Fas Gas
Procon
Trac Energy
Canamara United Supply
Liquids in Motion
Marathon Marine
Hornet Power Vac
Gearhead Automotive
Stene Bros
Thank you to Leduc County and
the Calmar & District
Recreation Board for your ongoing support
When: April 27th
Time: 7:00pm
Where: Calmar Curling Rink
Early registration and new registration
Noting for the new board of Directors will take place
ALL POSITIONS ARE AVAILABLE
VOLUNTEER
OPPORTUNITITES
Calmar & District Minor Hockey
Association would like to
thank the following local businesses
for ice sponsorship
for the 2010/2011 hockey season:
Calmar Apple Drugs
Calmar Legion
Calmar Medical Clinic
Cargill Ltd.
Crow Enterprises Ltd.
Doug's Autobody
Fas Gas Calmar Services
Har-De Agri Services
Hayduk Lumber & Hardware Ltd.
Leduc Chrysler Jeep
Leduc Co-op Ltd.
Leduc County
Millennium 111
Calmar Communities in Bloom
The Town of Calmar requires Board Members for the
Communities in Bloom Board.
This position requires minimal commitment including one
board meeting each month. This is a great way to get
involved in the development of our community. For more
information please contact Kathy Murphy
Please reply to:
Fax: 780-985-3039
Phone: 780-985-3604 Ext 229
Email: kmurphy@calmar.ca
Calmar & District Recreation Board
The Town of Calmar requires 2 Board Members for the
Recreation Board.
This position requires minimal commitment including
one board meeting on the second Tuesday of each
month. This is a great way to get involved in the
development of our community. For more information
please contact Niki Bergsma.
Please reply to:
Fax: 780-985-3039
Phone: 780-985-3604 Ext 224
Email nbergsma@calmar.ca
Calmar Economic Development
The Town of Calmar requires Board Members for the Calmar Economic Development Board.
This position requires minimal commitment including one board meeting each month. This is a great way to get
involved in the development of our community. For more information please contact Kathy Murphy
Please reply to:
Fax: 780-985-3039
Phone: 780-985-3604 Ext 229
Email: kmurphy@calmar.ca

Calmar FCSS
Thank You Volunteers
Your kindness and donated time supported the success of the
Calmar Christmas Elves Program.
Through your help the children and families who were the recipients of the hampers ,
experienced a positive difference and there are people who care.
Thank You
Calmar and District Residents, Business and group organizations
for your generous monetary & food donations.
Cargill Limited, Calmar Dart League ,Calmar Drama Club, Calmar Elementary School
Calmar Pharmacy Ltd., Calmar Secondary School, Davies Tran Davies Professional
Corp., Har-De Agri Services Ltd. ,K.D..M Management 1999 Inc., New Humble School,
Royal Canadian Legion Calmar Branch 266, Sabina Agencies (Calmar) Ltd., Urecon
Insulation Ltd. Staff Fundraiser, Urecon Insulation Ltd., Wal-Mart Employees
A Special Thank You To
Fire Chief Jeff Ouellette and the Calmar Volunteer Firefighters
Kandy—Christmas Elves Assistant Coordinator
Cindy—Food and Hamper Coordinator
Charity—Children's Gift Coordinator
Town Council & Calmar Town Staff
Your support within our Town of Calmar & District community is a tremendous asset
and creates a community to be proud of.
All your hard work and time donated was gratefully appreciated!
Fantastic job, all of you!
Sincerely,
Yvonne Pearson
Calmar F.C.S.S.
FCSS Income Tax Return Program for Low Income Families, Adults, Seniors, Single Parents &
Students.
Program to be available by the month of March & April 2010 exact dates to be announced
Volunteer Appreciation
Saturday April 9th, 2011
Letters will be sent out in the coming weeks to organizations requesting a list of
their volunteers
For more information please contact Yvonne 780-985-3191
Calmar Community Baptist Church
Bible Study every Saturday at 7:00pm
Location Old United Church at 5019-50st
Sunday Services 11:00am on Jan 23rd, Feb 27th, March 27th
For more info please call 780-695-3621 or
email calmarbaptist@gmail.com