Cambrian Digital Lego Contest is November 21, 2020

This year’s Lego contest has gone digital! The theme is “Wonders of our World”.

You get a chance to be creative and share your awesome Lego creations in a new way. Here’s how it will work:

  • Participants will email their photos and descriptions to cambrianlegocontest@gmail.com
    by 11 am on November 21st, 2020
  • Raffle prizes and winners will be announced on our community Facebook page and website by 5 pm on November 22nd.

Age categories:

  • 3 – 5 years old
  • 6 – 8 years old
  • 9 – 11 years old
  • 12 – 14 years old
  • 15+ years old

Official Contest Rules:

RULES AND INFORMATION:

  1. Entries are to be original designs. Not from a kit or by following instructions.
  2. Names must be on all entries.
  3. All entries must include a description that states what they created and how it represents the theme.
  4. Judges’ decisions are final.
  5. All entries must be constructed at home and photos emailed to cambrianlegocontest@gmail.com
  6. Winners will be announced for the 1st, 2nd, 3rd place winners.
  7. Each entry equals 1 into the Lego raffle contest. Prize pick up will be in Cambrian Heights to be arranged by the organizer.
  8. Lego-like pieces are acceptable.
  9. All children from any community are welcome. Raffle prizes must be picked up in Cambrian Heights.
  10. Limit of one entry per person.

Annual General Meeting 2020

Cambrian Heights Community Association Annual General Meeting:

Tuesday, October 20 @ 7:30 PM

CHCA Community Hall
600 Northmount Drive NW

  • 2019 Review
  • Financial Reports
  • Election of Directors
  • Community Development Updates

Due to COVID-19 virus concerns, no reception after the meeting.

** Face masks are required to enter the building.

Agenda

  1. Call to Order
  2. Approval of Agenda
  3. Approval of Minutes of the 2020 AGM
  4. Presidents Report 2019-20
  5. Treasurer’s Report
    1. Audited Financial Statements for Fiscal Year ended December 31, 2019
    2. Appointment of Auditor for Upcoming Fiscal Year
  6. Election of Directors and Officers for 2020-21
  7. Other Business
  8. Adjournment

Invited Guests

  • Jeremy Nixon, MLA Calgary-Klein
  • Sean Chu, Councillor Ward 4

Nominations

It is the intention of certain members of the current Board of Directors to stand for re-election and that Daryl Connolly will stand for election as President, Daniel Story as Treasurer, and Susan Bromley as Secretary.

Board of Directors Standing for Election: Daryl Beatty, Isabel Boisvert, Christine Breed, Susan Bromley, Lorna Brown, Daryl Connolly, Jodie Dixon, Jennifer Manns, Barb Milne, Kevin Outhet and Daniel Story.

No formal reception to follow due to COVID-19

Celebrate fall with these community-wide activities

We all need some fun and excitement – join in celebrating fall with various community-wide activities:

  • Watch for details on how to enter the Best Decorated Home and Costume contest. Yummy prizes for various categories.

 

  • Coming soon… a scavenger list of fun sights to find on your next walk.

 

  • Paint a rock for your yard with a fun image or encouraging note.

 

  • If the weather’s right on Oct 31, bring your portable firepit to the front yard and enjoy the full moon and trick or treaters.

 

  • We’re curious to learn of the creative ways people will safely hand out candy – join our private Facebook group page to read what people are planning.

 

  • Listen for the fun sounds of Halloween music as you trick or treat this year. Our roving DJ will be driving through the streets of Cambrian from 6:30 to 8pm with creepy, fun and uplifting music.

 

Introduction to kettlebell, strength & mobility training

Be my guest! Outdoor introduction to kettlebell strength mobility training (this is NOT a Boot Camp style class!)

All fitness levels, 16 years and older(with permission)

Sat. Aug 29, 2020
9:30 am

Classes begin SAT. SEPT 5, 9:30am for 4 weeks (Drop in and month to month passes will be available to purchase)
Cambrian Heights Community Hall Parking Lot
600 Northmount Drive NW Calgary

Please bring weight and/or kettlebell, yoga mat/ground covering.

Social distancing protocols will be followed.

Rsvp Lorene, scarybunnybefit@gmail.com Text: 403.815.3821

Community Waste Exploration Webinar Series

Join us to learn about the ins and outs of waste, recycling and compost in Calgary. In this free continuous 3 week webinar series, you will receive tools to help guide you towards a zero-waste lifestyle!

CAMBRIAN HEIGHTS
7:30-8:30PM
SEPT 22, 29 & OCT 6

To register email CHCA_hall@telus.net or call 403-284-1175.

Presented by Green Calgary

Fitness Classes Available Online

As a way of staying fit and remaining connected to your community, Kyrsten Blair has committed to providing free, live yoga classes online.

DATES AND TIMES:

Wednesday, Mar 25, 2020 at 7:00 PM
Wednesday, Apr 1, 2020  at 7:00 PM
Wednesday, Apr 8, 2020 at 7:00 PM
Wednesday, Apr 15, 2020 at 7:00 PM

Join URL: https://ucalgary.zoom.us/j/292076638

Meeting ID: 292 076 638

If you are new to Zoom, please watch this short video showing you how to join.

These sessions are free to the public, but if you’d like to make a donation please e-transfer to k_blair@telus.net

Class fees are normally $12-$15, based on your membership status.

Southern France Wine Tasting: Save the Date!

Be sure to mark your calendars for this opportunity to enjoy wines from this magical area of southern France with cheese, bread and meats to enhance the taste buds.

SAVE THE DATE:

Saturday, May 9th 7:30 PM
Cambrian Heights Community Association

Wine expert from Metrovino Fine Wines and Cheese/Charcuterie expert from Peasant Cheese shop will be presenting.

We’ll be hosting a Wine Draw and will be offering discounts on orders for wine and cheese to ticket holders.

Limit of 40 tickets.

$25 for community members, $40 for invited guests.

Tickets will not be sold at the door.

 

Polar Party 2020

Saturday, February 1, 2020
11 am – 2 pm

Outdoor Ice Rink, the Community Association is hosting a free drop-in event:

  • KidSport Skate Shack – use of free skates and helmets
  • Hot chocolate and apple cider
  • Firepit

Indoors, the Cambrian Heights Parents Fundraising Society is holding its annual Winter Fundraiser to support our local elementary school. Bring your toonies and excitement for:

  • Bake Sale
  • Chilli Cook-Off
  • Crafts/Activities

For more info or to volunteer, contact social@cambrianheightscommunity.com

Cambrian Heights Lego Contest 2019

Join us for the Cambrian Heights Lego Contest on

Saturday, November 30th
12:00 pm – 2:30 pm

Prizes, Snacks, and Ribbons

To honour the 50th anniversary of the historic Apollo 11 moon landing our theme will be “Out of This World”

Event timing:

Drop Off: 12:00 pm – 12:45
Exhibit Judging: 12:45 pm – 1:30 pm
Exhibit Viewing and Refreshments: 1:15 pm – 2:30 pm
Exhibitor Ribbons and Grand Prize Draw: 2:30 pm
Exhibit Pick up: 2:30-3:00 pm

Age Categories:

3-4 years olds (Duplo is allowed for this category)
5-6 year olds
7-8 year olds
9-10 year olds
11-12 year olds
13 -14 year olds
15+

If you are interested in judging you may contact Nancy Else at Nancy.else@gmail.com

RULES AND INFORMATION:

  1. Entries are to be original designs. Not from a kit or by following instructions.
  2. For entries larger than 15 inches by 15 inches wide, and taller than 24 inches please contact the event coordinator in advance to ensure there is enough space.
  3. Names must be on all entries.
  4. Judges’ decisions are final.
  5. All entries must be constructed at home and brought to the hall.
  6. Ribbons will be given for the 1st, 2nd, 3rd place winners.
  7. Each entry equals 1 chance to win a special prize.
  8. Lego-like pieces are acceptable.
  9. All children from any community are welcome.
  10. Contest will be limited to the first 100 children.
  11. All creations must be taken home on event day (no exceptions)
  12. All entries to be dropped off on event day (no exceptions)
  13. Limit of two entries per person.

Cambrian Heights School Fall Sale

The Cambrian Heights School Fundraising Society has put your favourite catalogue home-based companies under one roof for your shopping enjoyment.

Everyone Welcome – Free Admission

Saturday, October 19 from 10 am – 3 pm

Cambrian Heights Community Centre

This event is a fundraiser for the Cambrian Heights School Council. We thank you in advance for your support. Fundraisers like this one help us to provide special opportunities for the students.

If you are unable to attend but are interested in placing an order, please email the council at cambrian.schoolcouncil@gmail.com for the online order links.

Pick up arrangements are made directly with the vendors or shipped directly to your door.