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Have Your Birthday at the WHCA!

Got a birthday coming up for a child between the ages of 1 to 12? Want to spare yourself the stress and anxiety of planning, organizing, decorating, and all the other headaches that come along with children’s birthday parties? Looking for a unique birthday experience that will leave a lasting impression on you, your child, and their friends? Well, you’re in luck! The WHCA is now offering all-inclusive birthday party packages starting at just $230(+gst)! Our spaces can fit your child and up to 14 of their friends for unique birthday experiences including inline skating and custom Sportball events.

More info about the packages below:

Inline Skating Birthday Package
Kindergarten to Grade 6 

Get you skate on with instruction & gear provided by Alien Inline and leave the care & clean-up to us! This birthday package is perfect for the K to 6 student who wants a fun & memorable birthday celebration with up to 15 friends!

1.5 hrs of inline skating & 1 hr in the party room
Instruction & equipment provided courtesy of Alien Inline
Maximum Attendance: 15 kids
$400+gst || 10% off with a valid WHCA Family Membership

Sportball Birthday Package
Ages 1-3 (parented) | Ages 3-6 (unparented)

So here’s the scenario: you have a gang of 3 year olds at your door. They’re about to tear your house down. With energy to burn, they start screaming for cake. Don’t panic! We’ve got your back with awesome games and activities to bring structure to your chaos. Equipment and instruction on us!

1 hr of Sportball Instruction & 1 hr in the party room
Instruction & equipment provided courtesy of Sportball Calgary
Maximum Attendance: 15 kids
$280+gst || $230+gst with a valid WHCA Family Membership

 

These unique birthday party packages will leave you and your child with a birthday experience they will cherish for a long time. To learn more about what we’ve got to offer, check out the birthday page on our website or contact Susan – Phone: 403.283.0464 EXT 7. Email: bookings@westhillhurst.com

Come Skate with Saint Nick!

Don’t miss your chance to spend some ice-time with Santa before he takes off for his worldwide gift-giving tour! On Friday, December 21, we are hosting Mr. Claus from 4:30pm – 6pm on the ice to give WHCA members an opportunity to get some firsthand holiday spirit. This event is FREE with your WHCA membership and will be full of holiday cheer for the whole family. So bring your family down to the WHCA arena for a jolly afternoon of Christmas fun!

Don’t miss out! For more information, check out the events page or call 403.283.0464 extension 4. We would like to also thank Ross Aitken Re/Max Real Estate for proudly supporting Skate with Santa!

The NEW Library is HERE!

Did you know that the New Central Library construction is basically complete?  Are you wanting to see this new innovative space that will bring Calgarians into a new community?  Do you want to see what the library all has to offer to the public or see the gorgeous architecture that has helped beautify the Calgary cityscape?

As reported on the Avenue Calgary website,  The Lit Gala takes place on November 2, 2018 from 7:30 p.m. until midnight.

“Celebrate the arrival of the New Central Library (and be among the first to explore it) at this opening gala that takes place the day after it officially opens to the public. Take in the building’s astounding architecture and design while checking out special experiences on each floor. There will also be featured speakers, performers and refreshments. The Lit Gala is raising money to start a speaker series at the New Central Library, which would bring in notable speakers from around the world. ”

Cost

$750

Location

New Central Library800 3 St. S.E.
Calgary, AB
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For more information or to purchase your tickets, please check out the Lit Gala Website.

WHCA Halloween Party

Get ready for Halloween 2018 with a pre-party celebration at the West Hillhurst Community Association.  Join us for a family-friendly event that will include spooky music, scary decorations, fun crafts & activities, Halloween jokes and a possible special stage performance!  Join us for $15.00 a family or $10.00 per child.  Get your spook on early and come on down in your best costumes!

For more information or to register, please contact John at programs@westhillhurst.com or via phone at 403.283.0464 ext 4

Calgary’s Celebration of Sport

Calgary is hub for sport.  From beginner level sports to professional teams and organization, the community is strong.  Not only is the passion strong within the community, it is within those people and organizations that volunteer and give back the gift of sport to others.

As reported on the VisitCalgary website, “In support of sport in Calgary, The Celebration of Sport 2018 event recognizes the people and organizations that make Calgary an incredible world-class sports city.

This year’s event will be comprised of a late afternoon reception, short awards ceremony and an expert panel discussion on sport. The event will be memorable and offer excellent networking opportunities with athletes, sport organizations, business and community leaders, and government officials. More than 500 attendees are expected this year.

100% of proceeds from the event will go to support amateur sport in the city, and programs that encourage sport participation, like All Sport One Day.

Purchase your ticket to the Celebration of Sport 2018 today and together let’s support the continued success of athletes and sport organizations in Calgary.

For more information or to purchase your tickets, please visit the Sport Calgary website.

Pride Day Parade

As found on the Calgary Pride website, “It’s the most colourful event of the year!

“2018 brings forth the 28th iteration of the annual Calgary Pride Parade – the signature event that colours all of downtown Calgary with rainbows and smiles! Originally a small march of LGBT Calgarians, some of whom wore masks and bags over their faces to protect from persecution, the event has grown in leaps and bounds to become the second biggest parade in Calgary.

“Today, Calgary Pride welcomes non profit organizations, businesses big and small, politicians, political parties, churches, unions, and more, all to come together and celebrate Calgary’s diversity. This incredible gathering of inclusive and diverse organizations draws tens of thousands of spectators each year, and showcases the diversity of Calgary’s community.”

PLEASE NOTE THAT THE PARADE START TIME HAS CHANGED TO 11:00AM

Calgary Pride Week

Calgary Pride Week officially runs August 24 – September 3, 2018.  This is a week to show the cultural diversity, inclusion and support from companies and people across southern Alberta.  Through out the week, there are many adult-only events taking place, but more importantly, over the weekend, there will be tons of family-friendly, age appropriate activities taking place.  Found on the Calgary Pride and Visit Calgary website, here is the general information about the Pride Parade and Pride in the Park:

 

Diversity and inclusivity

Why Go

AUGUST 24 to SEPTEMBER 3, 2018 Celebrating 27 Years of Pride! The annual Calgary Pride Festival celebrates our city’s diverse and inclusive community, through a variety of events throughout the week. Join us for concerts, plays, parties, history walks, panel discussions, and the free signature Parade and Pride in the Park. PARADE The signature Calgary Pride Parade is one of the most colourful celebrations of the year! This family friendly parade sees upwards of 60,000 spectators as nearly 150 entries from community groups, corporations, politicians, churches and public services roll through the heart of downtown, and celebrates the tremendous diversity of Calgary’s community. PRIDE IN THE PARK Immediately following the Parade, join us for this massive free outdoor party, complete with live music from local, national and international performers, a marketplace of community groups and pride inspired merchandise, a selection of some of the best food trucks rolling the streets of Calgary, the Village Brewery beer gardens, and a family zone with crafts and activities for kids of all ages.

What’s Great

The signature Calgary Pride Parade is one of the most colourful celebrations of the year! This family friendly parade draws 60,000 spectators and nearly 150 entries and is capped off by Pride in the Park, a free outdoor party with beer gardens, delicious food trucks and live music.

Local Tip:

Pride is family friendly. Pride in the Park features a family zone with crafts and activities for children.

 

Calgary Pride Parade 2018

September 2, 2018 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm

Free

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The signature Calgary Pride Parade is one of the most colourful celebrations of the year! This family friendly parade sees upwards of 60,000 spectators as over 150 entries from community groups, corporations, politicians, churches and public services roll through the heart of downtown, and celebrates the tremendous diversity of Calgary’s community.

PLEASE NOTE THAT THE START TIME HAS CHANGED TO 11:00AM

Date:
September 2, 2018
Time:
11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Cost:
Free
Event Category:

Organizer

Calgary Pride
Website:
calgarypride.ca

 

September 2, 2018 @ 11:00 am – 6:00 pm

Free

Join us for one of Calgary’s largest FREE outdoor cultural celebrations, immediately following the Pride Parade. Enjoy live music on the main stage, activities for youth and children in the family zone, a cold beer or refreshing cocktail in the Village Brewery Beer Gardens, or get better acquainted with the local community as your browse the marketplace.

Date:
September 2, 2018
Time:
11:00 am – 6:00 pm
Cost:
Free
Event Categories:
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Stampede Breakfast is HERE!

The Calgary Stampede season is in full-swing!  Get ready to party over the next nine days!  Although the city seems to shut during it, there are always an extensive list of events, festivals and breakfast’s to attend.  Don’t miss West Hillhurst Community Associations FREE public Stampede Breakfast!

When:  July 12, 2018
Time:  9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Where:  West Hillhurst Community Association
Address:  1940 6th AVE N.W.

 

Join your WHCA for the annual Stampede Breakfast.  This FREE community event celebrates the world-class Calgary Stampede.  Join us for pancakes, sausage, juice and more!  Entertainment will be provided throughout the morning!

For more information, please contact programs@westhillhurst.com or 4030283.0464 ext 4

Closed for Statutory Holiday

As we celebrate Canada’s 151st birthday this weekend, the West Hillhurst Community Association will have reduced operating hours.  The statutory holiday lands on Sunday, July 1, 2018, however, our office will be closed on Tuesday July 2, 2018.

Reduced Operating Hours:

Health Club:  Saturday through Monday – 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Open regular hours Tuesday
Facility & Arena:  Saturday – 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.  Sunday – 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.  Monday – 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.  Open regular hours Tuesday
Office & Administration:  Saturday through Monday – Closed.  Open regular hours Tuesday

 

For more information or to inquire, please contact us via phone @ 403.283.0464 or email admin@westhillhurst.com

Canada 151!

Another year has quickly passed and it’s that time again to celebrate Canada’s birthday!  This year, we are celebrating 151 years of democratic freedom and let’s be proud of it!

Looking to celebrate and something to do?  Check out what is happening during the July long-weekend for Canada Day in and around Calgary.  Found on the City of Calgary website, below is the schedule of celebrations happening in YYC.

July 1 9 a.m. 4 p.m. Canada Day at Fort Calgary Fort Calgary
July 1 9 a.m. 5 p.m. Canada Day at Stephen Avenue Walk /Olympic Plaza Olympic Plaza
July 1 10 a.m. 5 p.m. Canada Day at East Village Street Fair East Village District
July 1 10 a.m. 5 p.m. Canada Day at Studio Bell Studio Bell National Music Centre
July 1 11 a.m. 5 p.m. Canada Day Alberta Jeep Extreme Virtual Olympic Plaza
July 1 11 a.m. 4 p.m. Canada Day at Calgary’s Central Library Central Library
July 1 11 a.m. 9 p.m. Canada Day at Eau Claire Market Plaza Eau Claire Market
July 1 11 a.m. 5 p.m. Canada Day at Prince’s Island Park, Célébration Franco-Albertaine Prince’s Island Park
July 1 11 a.m. 5 p.m. Canada Day at Prince’s Island Park, Prince’s Island Park – Powwow & Indigenous Showcase Prince’s Island Park
July 1 11 a.m. 5 p.m. Canada Day at Sien Lok Park Sien Lok Park
July 1 11 a.m. 5 p.m. Canada Day Military Showcase Riverfront Avenue
July 1 11 a.m. 5 p.m. Canada Day Turban Eh! Prince’s Island Park
July 1 12 p.m. 7 p.m. Canada Day at Calgary Chinese Cultural Centre Chinese Cultural Centre
July 1 12 p.m. 5 p.m. Canada Day at Chinatown Chinatown District
July 1 6:30 p.m. 11:05 p.m. Canada Day Concert Riverfront Avenue
July 1 11 p.m. 11:20 p.m. Canada Day ENMAX Fireworks Centre Street Bridge

From everyone at the WHCA, we hope you enjoy your long weekend and have fun celebrating the beautiful, peaceful, accepting, equal and democratic country of Canada on its’ 151st birthday!  We are Canadian;  we are proud, we are strong and we are love,

Please note that the WHCA will running reduced operating hours during the long weekend.