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.

Annual Halloween Party & Dance 2019

Come enjoy a fun evening with your family and friends on Saturday, Oct 26 from 6-9pm at the Community Hall.

Dress in your favorite costume and celebrate the season with your family – enjoy a pizza buffet, DJ dance party, games and prizes!!  Parents can enjoy a cash bar with spirited and un-spiritied drinks.

Thank you Mary, Brad, Iris, Merv, Jenn and Tammy – these spooktacular neighbours are busy organizing the party BUT they will need those who attend to help out during the event.

Tickets:

$5 adults – with community membership, $7 adults non-member
$2 kids – with community membership, $3 kids non-member

Purchase your tickets online – due to Fire Code restrictions we are limited to Hall capacity. Please avoid disappointment and click here for tickets today.

Then select a volunteer role at: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0C44ACA92EAAFB6-halloween

This is crucial, as six people are not enough to do all that’s necessary to keep everyone safe and having fun.

 

Cambrian Heights Community Cooking Class

A three-course meal will be prepared by Red Seal Chef Don Turnbull.

  • Pumpkin Soup and a Beet Salad.
  • Turkey with North/South potatoes & Roasted Brussel Sprouts.
  • A Seasonal Torte.
  • During this meal, you will also learn how to de-bone a Turkey!

Enjoy the Finished Meal with Wine – Recipes Provided

Saturday, November 2nd from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Cambrian Heights Community Hall

Maximum 16 Participants

Get your tickets now. Limited spots available!

$25 Members  $30 Non-members

Asado and Open Mic Night!

You are invited to attend our second annual Asado and Open Mic!

For those new to the term Asado, it is a South American tradition of gathering with friends and family to slow roast food over an open flame.  We hope you enjoy tending to the fire, lending a hand with food preparation and enjoying the talented musicians in our community.

The event is free; however, meal tickets are $10 for members and $12 for non-members.

Purchase your 2019 community membership first at CHCA website.

Then, purchase your tickets for the event.

And last – sign up for a task!

Tickets are on sale until September 11. A very limited number of tickets will be available at the door. Our capacity for this event is 150 people.

Menu: 

  • Alberta Pork or Lamb
  • Corn Tortilla or Pita
  • Variety of Toppings and Sauces/Salsas
  • Grilled Corn
  • Fruit

This is a rain or shine event and we will post up to date information online and on our Facebook group, Cambrian Heights Community.

Be an active participant with us… contact Jodi or Pablo to volunteer and join in the community fun at social@cambrianheightscommunity.com or (403) 284-1175.

Thank you to our local businesses for their sponsorship:

Barbeques Galore, Kelly’s Specialty Meats and Salsita Mexican Food Market

 

Community Clean-Up 2019

Cambrian Heights and Rosemont residents are invited to participate in the 2019 Annual Spring Clean-up event.

Sunday, June 16, 2019

Drop off is from 9 am – 1:30 pm at the Cambrian Heights Community Centre Parking lot, 600 Northmount Drive NW.

ACCEPTING:

  • Household Waste (City of Calgary)
  • Yard Waste (City of Calgary)
  • Home Electronics
  • Home Appliances – excluding fridges and freezers
  • Car Batteries (not Alkaline)
  • Metals
  • Reusable Clothing and Household Goods* (Canadian Diabetes Association)
  • Tires (with and without rims)

NOT ACCEPTING:

  • Propane Tanks
  • Paint or Household Chemicals
  • Fridges or Freezers
  • Liquids (Oils)
  • Alkaline Batteries

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

PLEASE SUPPORT YOUR COMMUNITY

Call Gary at 403.589.0507

Cambrian Heights and Rosemont Community Associations would like to acknowledge the support of the following City of Calgary Departments:

  • Calgary Community Standards
  • Waste & Recycling
  • Calgary Park
  • Recreation

Annual General Meeting 2019

Join us for the Cambrian Heights Community Association Annual General Meeting:

Tuesday, June 11 @ 7:30 PM

CHCA Community Hall
600 Northmount Drive NW

All Members & Residents Welcome

  • 2018 Review
  • Financial Reports
  • Election of Directors
  • Community Development Updates
  • Off-Leash Dog Park
  • Invited Guests

Wine/Beer Reception After Meeting

Agenda

  1. Call to Order
  2. Approval of Agenda
  3. Approval of Minutes of the 2018 AGM
  4. Presidents Report 2018-19
  5. Treasurer’s Report
    1. Audited Financial Statements for Fiscal Year ended December 31, 2018
    2. Appointment of Auditor for Upcoming Fiscal Year
  6. Election of Directors and Officers for 2019-20
  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, Kevin Outhet as Treasurer, and Susan Bromley as Secretary.

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

Reception to Follow

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Jane’s Walk 2019

Green Spaces in Cambrian Heights

Cambrian Heights has more green space than most communities in Calgary, including beautiful parks and open vistas. These spaces are one of the key reasons people choose to live in Cambrian Heights. In this walk, we’ll visit some of the main green spaces in the community and discuss which ones work and which could work better. Join us to contribute your ideas and help us discuss this vital aspect of our community.

When: Saturday, May 04 1:00 pm

Meeting Place: Cambrian Heights Community Centre, 600 Northmount Drive N.W.

Finish Point: Cambrian Heights Community Centre, 600 Northmount Drive N.W.

Walk Duration: 2 Hours

Areas of Interest: Urbanism, Architecture, History, Environment

Led By: Daryl Beatty, Pablo Policzer, Vivian Stieda

Walk Route

We’ll be starting from point A and ending at point E

A: Cambrian Heights Community Centre, 600 Northmount Drive N.W.

B: Cambrian Heights Elementary School

C: Cornwallis Drive NW

D: Cardiff Drive NW

E: Cambrian Heights Community Centre, 600 Northmount Drive N.W.