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The Market is Coming

The annual Holiday Market is back at your West Hillhurst Community Association.  Join us on Saturday November 24, 2018 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. for this FREE and family-friendly event.  Come check out the variety of different craft tables and start your holiday shopping early.  By doing so, you help support local artisans throughout our community.

We are proud to announce that all TABLES are sold out with 50 different displays for a variety of shopping needs.  Please join us and start shopping at the Holiday Market for such items as:

Baking, Sewing, Hand-painted Wood Ornaments
Soap, scrubs, Lotions, Bath Bombs
Indian food
Papercut Artwork, Greeting Cards, Magnets
Knitting
Photography
Victorian Decorations and Ornaments
Crystal Sun-Catchers, Stocking Stuffers
Christmas Wreaths
Custom Gemstone, Pearl and Jade Jewelry
Ornamental Woodwork
Mosaic+Marble Painted Coasters
Handcrafted Jewelry
Reclaimed Wood Artwork
Pickling, Canning
Food Magnets from Polymer Clay
ZooOriginals
Fabric Bags, Cushion Covers, Wallets
Handmade Baskets
Living Planters
Knitted Hats, Headbands, Ponchos
Wood Turned Bowls, Boxes, Pens, Vases
Mini Sleighs and Wreaths
Custom Art Work, Fantasy Creatures
Reclaimed Fabric Items, Peanut Brittle
Sock Monkeys
Brazen Beef Jerky
Children’s Book Author

For more information, please contact John @ 403 283 0464 ext 4 or by emailing him at programs@westhillhurst.com

Taste of Calgary

Taste of Calgary is the city’s most appetizing festival, giving visitors the chance to sample the city’s food, beverages, music and other cool things.


Discover Calgary’s global cuisines from a mix of unique restaurants and beverage companies. Plus get a taste of Calgary’s great musicians.
And, shop at some of the most interesting marketplace vendors in the city.

Open daily from 11 am to 9 pm – Thursday, August 9 to Sunday, August 12, 2018. 


Buy sampling tickets for $1 each right at the festival and use them to sample any of the food or beverage menu items. And. . . . Visit a variety of artisans, entrepreneurs, and interactive activities to add to the fun of the festival. Admission to the festival is free and includes a taste of Calgary’s best musical acts.

For more information, please check out the Taste of Calgary or To Do Canada website.  Please note that this is NOT a WHCA program and we cannot provide you further information.

Coming Soon to Your WHCA

The West Hillhurst Community Association takes the lead to bring the most popular events, programs and presentations to the community of West Hillhurst and WHCA members.  Organization and planning are the key ingredients in presenting the future products that come to your community association.

Check out the what’s coming to the association, plan appropriately and mark it in your calendars!

If further information is required or you want to find out more about what is coming to your West Hillhurst Community Association, contact us via phone or email!

We look forward to seeing yourself, family and friends at our 2018 events!  Be sure to check out the events coming soon:

  1.  Stampede Breakfast – Join your WHCA on July 12, 2018 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. as we celebrate the Calgary Stampede.  Come on down for a FREE pancake breakfast, enjoy the entertainment and come visit with your neighbours.  The BatterBoys will be serving pancakes, sausage, juice and more!  Don’t miss it!
  2. Pride:  A Conversation – Join your WHCA as we celebrate Calgary Pride Week from August 24 – September 3, 2018.  The WHCA will be hosting a informational presentation with professionals, LGTBQ+ community members and more, during a panel discussion about: Education/ information about sexual health and LGTBQ+ community, information on local resources and support groups and building rapport & inclusion within West Hillhurst and the LGTBQ+ community.
  3.   Taste of the Neighbourhood – 18+ ADULT-ONLY evening.  Sample some of Calgary’s best local food and beverage options, bid on silent auction items and get lost in the high-stake mock casino games.  This year, Taste of the Neighbourhood is sport themed.  Wear your favourite jersey.  The WHCA has also partnered up with the Calgary Food Bank and will be accepting non-perishable food donations at the event and throughout the month of September.
  4.  Village Brewery Rebate Month – The WHCA is still collecting your Village Brewery receipts until the end of June.  Village Brewery, in collaboration with Federation of Calgary Communities, will give a 15% rebate to non-profit community associations from their total of collected receipts.   Remember to bring them in!

Food Truckin’ @ WHCA

Since the introduction of Food Trucks on Calgary’s streets, the concept has exploded.  With hundreds of choices of gourmet, snacks and drinks, clients have an opportunity to try something new and different to tickle their palettes.  And sometimes, one is craving food and drink, but they are not in an area with food and beverages and just need something to hold them for a while.

The WHCA is proud to announce that the Calgary Food Trucks will be in attendance on  Wednesday, May 30, 2018 from 4:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. out back by the soccer fields/gazebo.  Come on down and get some snacks for the evening or take in the U4/ U6 soccer action with hot dogs, family squeezed lemonade, and mini donuts.

For the full list of Food Trucks that will be in attendance, check out the link below.

https://www.yycfoodtrucks.com/trucksprofile/familysqueezed

For more information, contact programs@westhillhurst.com or 403.283.0464 ext 4

Spring into Cooking

With spring officially here, I have gathered some fun recipes that are not only easy to make, but are healthier.  Bring on the spring tastes and flavours, let your palette enjoy and get the cooking utensils out.  Whether you are a vegetarian or love the meaty dishes, I present some of the best ideas for spring.  All content was found on CookingLight.com.

Spring is the ultimate season for fresh produce. Bright and refreshing, our veggie-forward dishes will awaken your taste buds after winter’s heavy meals. In-season herbs, greens, vegetables, and fruits all shine in these impressive recipes. Your weeknight dinner rotation will benefit from the addition of dinners like Chicken-and-Vegetable Hand Pies or Spinach Pesto Pasta. While any springtime event that you host will leave guests buzzing when you have Green Pea and Parsley Hummus or Grilled Pineapple Lemonade on the menu.

March 28, 2017
ARE YOU ALWAYS LOOKING FOR QUICK, SIMPLE AND EASY LUNCH OR DINNER IDEAS?  ARE YOU WANTING TO CHANGE YOUR DIET TO SOMETHING MORE ATTAINABLE AND HEALTHIER?  DO YOU LIVE A VEGETARIAN LIFESTYLE?  OR ARE YOU WANTING TO LEARN FROM TOP CHEF’S AND HOW TO PUT TOGETHER A CREATIVE MEAL OUT OF FRUITS OR VEGETABLES?  IF YOU ANSWERED “YES” TO ANY OF THESE, YOU MAY WANT TO CHECK OUT HALF YOUR PLATE CHEF’S DINNER THIS FRIDAY NIGHT!

“The Half Your Plate Chefs Dinner was created to bring produce to the next level. A culinary opportunity to show people how to get creative with their meals using fruits and vegetables.  Thanks to a collective of local, internationally renowned chefs, we are delighted to bring this event back for it’s second year. We have added even more to the line up this year, including additional chefs, courses, and guest appearances!

“After our hor d’oeuvres reception, sit down for a five course plated experience. You may decide to see JUST how creative our chefs can get, by choosing the vegetarian option.  Live entertainment, culinary demonstrations, and pairings with local distilleries.  Each guest will take home a Culinary Chef’s Bag worth your ticket price ($80) filled with great items to try in the kitchen.”

Proceeds to Alberta Children’s Hospital Foundation and Community Kitchen of Calgary.

Come meet the chef’s: Liana Robberecht, Michael Allemeier, Andrew Keen, Michele Aurigemma, Melanie Hennessey, Justin Leboe, James Neilson, Anne Sellmer & Rogelio Herrera and enjoy your Friday evening creating and tasting beautiful vegetarian fruit and vegetable dishes.  Tickets are $80.00 and can be order through the Calgary Produce Marketing Association website.

EVENT DETAILS

Friday, March 9, 2018

Winsport – Markin MacPhail Centre

88 Canada Olympic Road Southwest

Cocktail Reception: 6:00pm – 7:00pm

Dinner: 7:00pm

Entertainment to follow

Start March off right with some good family fun, entertainment and some east-coast tradition at the annual Calgary Maple Festival des Sucres.  This two-day weekend event hosts multiple of dance and folk music from French-Canadian, Metis and First Nations folk music, dance and tasty foods from local businesses.

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As reported on the Visit Calgary website, “The Maple Festival is a unique experience that has become a must see event of March in Calgary. In a genuine and charming atmosphere, come celebrate an Eastern Canada tradition at the historical village of Heritage Park. Discover French-Canadian, Metis and First Nations folk music and dance, participate in circus and crafts workshops, find delectable local products at the new Sugar Market, have family fun with outdoor activities, ride in a horse-drawn hay wagon, enjoy a traditional maple shack meal and don’t forget to taste a delicious maple taffy on snow.”

NO PLANS FOR THE WEEKEND?  TAKE IN THE EVENT FOR SOME GOOD FUN.  FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS, PLEASE CHECK OUT THE CALGARY MAPLE FESTIVAL WEBSITE, HERE.

Does this event not fit into your weekend schedule but are still looking for things to do?  Check out WHCA website to see the centre’s events, activities and ice time availability.

In such a busy metropolitan, residents of Calgary spend significant time travelling to and from work so they can live life.  Life, for most, doesn’t stop after work ends, as family becomes the focus.  Getting the kids ready for after-school and evening activities is sometimes rushed, especially when prepping meals and being sure that their homework is finished.  It can often feel that days are so rushed that there is no time for any play.  However, here are some ideas for some easy, quick and healthy meals to fill the families’ tummies.

Broccoli & Feta Omelet – Breakfast for supper has always been my favourite of thing to do, so I thought this would be a perfect meal that provides a good healthy serving of fiber and protein.  Are the kids picky about greens?  Add more cheeses to hide the green.  Get the full recipe here.

Pan-Fried Cabbage with Bacon & Shallot – Because cabbage gives one some of the best value for the dollar (and it’s packed with nutrients), why not make a healthy, quick and tasty skillet.  Once can’t go wrong with creating one.  I often will throw left overs in with fresh veggies and eggs, and stir something up.  This option rarely fails because the high content of protein’s that will help one feel full.  But try starting out with this recipe.  Quick, easy and healthy… what more can one ask?

http://www.eatingwell.com/recipe/262158/pan-fried-cabbage-with-bacon-shallot/

 

Smoked Tofu & Vegetable Sushi Roll – Let’s change the traditional sushi/ California Roll and make it 100 per cent you.  Does your family eat vegetarian and stays away from refined grains?  Skip the rice on this quick and easy recipe.  Instead of rice, why not finely chop your favourite veggies and flavors.  Can’t find smoked tofu?  Why not try another Asian inspired baked tofu flavor.  This might not be a full dinner meal, but it’s perfect for lunch or snacking throughout the day.  Want the full recipe?  Check it out on the EatingWell website.

Thai Turkey/ Chicken Lettuce Cups –  A fun and simple meal (especially for the kids), create your own type of lettuce wraps.  Using leftover or fresh roast chicken or turkey, fry up some veggies, nuts, and use a sweet glaze or marinade to pop the flavor.  Let the kids build their own cups.  Top with cheese, dried chow mien noodles, or whatever makes your taste buds tingle.  Want to follow a recipe?  Check it out here.

Steak Salad with Salsa Verde Vinaigrette – “Italian salsa verde is an all-purpose, no cook sauce of your dreams.”  And this would be the sauce that saves the meal.  However, you don’t have to JUST work with that sauce.  Sauté thinly sliced steak with salt and pepper in a skillet or slice leftover steak from the night before.  Use a nice vinaigrette to help explode the flavors from the steak, veggies of choice and topping.  This quick and healthy salad explodes with flavor and the best part, each individual can personalize theirs with their types of veggies or dressing.  Don’t like to experiment with flavors?  Get the full, standard recipe off of CookingLight.

The great things about the above recipes are that they are simple and quick to make.  They are all healthy, too.  Why not give one or two a try this week.  Share your results and how you made the recipe your own.  Eat up and enjoy

Eat, Drink & Be Merry

Are you a WHCA Pickleball player?  Do you hit the ice with boys?  Are the kids doing evening sports?  Are you joining the ladies for some fitness classes?  Do youi come down for some intense squash action?  Let’s be honest, I’m sure you are feeling tired after your activity.  But, are you not ready to head home?  Did you know that the WHCA is home to The Barn Public House.

Head upstairs for a relaxing drink or some good grub.  Recently renovated, The Barn is a contemporary space to relax and catch up with the friends.

The Barn and WHCA have partnered together to drive more of our facility users and members up to the pub.  With good food and drinks, The Barn is a great meeting place to converse, laugh and watch the game.  The Barn also hosts a number of special events throughout the year with some awesome specials.

Along with the six other companies that share our partnership, The Barn will provide WHCA members ten (10) per cent off their total bill.  No restrictions and discount will be applied to food, drinks, appetizers, etc.

To see more of the WHCA member benefits, click here.  Need to register for your WHCA membership?  Come into our office or register online. Proceeds from administration fees are returned to the community association to improve the facility, programs and events.

Have a Fusion Friday

The human experience is based off of our five amazing senses.  The five senses help us experience a world that we often taken for granted, but when we focus our concentration, we can be treated by a sensory treat. 

Treat your senses with the Japanese Fusion Friday’s.  Let your palette take yourself on an adventure of culture and experience Japanese cuisine.  Located in the heart of 17th Avenue SW in Calgary, 5s17 is a Japanese Fusion restaurant that celebrates the five senses of the culinary experience.

“5s17’s contemporary menu features made-to-order ramen noodle bowls, sizzling teppanyaki, fresh poke bowls, sushi burritos and more.
Savour the mouthwatering flavours of miso, chili goma, teriyaki, togarashi and yuzu. Indulge in the vibrant colours and aromas of Chef Satoru Kogo’s Asian fusion dishes featuring fresh ingredients – prepared with creativity, flair and a passion for a culinary mashup of East and West.”

Make a reservation or order online.

 FRIDAY 11:30AM TO MIDNIGHT
 634 17 AVE SW, CALGARY, AB T2S 0B4
Join 5s17 on April 13 for their Friday Fusion menu.  Conqueror your cravings and experience some of the best fusion food in the city.

Spring Food Adventures

With spring officially here, I have gathered some fun recipes that are not only easy to make, but are healthier.  Bring on the spring tastes and flavours, let your palette enjoy and get the cooking utensils out.  Whether you are a vegetarian or love the meaty dishes, I present some of the best ideas for spring.  All content was found on CookingLight.com.

Spring is the ultimate season for fresh produce. Bright and refreshing, our veggie-forward dishes will awaken your taste buds after winter’s heavy meals. In-season herbs, greens, vegetables, and fruits all shine in these impressive recipes. Your weeknight dinner rotation will benefit from the addition of dinners like Chicken-and-Vegetable Hand Pies or Spinach Pesto Pasta. While any springtime event that you host will leave guests buzzing when you have Green Pea and Parsley Hummus or Grilled Pineapple Lemonade on the menu.

March 28, 2017

Half Your Plate Chef’s Dinner

Are you always looking for quick, simple and easy lunch or dinner ideas?  Are you wanting to change your diet to something more attainable and healthier?  Do you live a vegetarian lifestyle?  Or are you wanting to learn from top chef’s and how to put together a creative meal out of fruits or vegetables?  If you answered “yes” to any of these, you may want to check out Half Your Plate Chef’s Dinner this Friday night!

“The Half Your Plate Chefs Dinner was created to bring produce to the next level. A culinary opportunity to show people how to get creative with their meals using fruits and vegetables.  Thanks to a collective of local, internationally renowned chefs, we are delighted to bring this event back for it’s second year. We have added even more to the line up this year, including additional chefs, courses, and guest appearances!

“After our hor d’oeuvres reception, sit down for a five course plated experience. You may decide to see JUST how creative our chefs can get, by choosing the vegetarian option.  Live entertainment, culinary demonstrations, and pairings with local distilleries.  Each guest will take home a Culinary Chef’s Bag worth your ticket price ($80) filled with great items to try in the kitchen.”

Proceeds to Alberta Children’s Hospital Foundation and Community Kitchen of Calgary.

Come meet the chef’s: Liana Robberecht, Michael Allemeier, Andrew Keen, Michele Aurigemma, Melanie Hennessey, Justin Leboe, James Neilson, Anne Sellmer & Rogelio Herrera and enjoy your Friday evening creating and tasting beautiful vegetarian fruit and vegetable dishes.  Tickets are $80.00 and can be order through the Calgary Produce Marketing Association website.

EVENT DETAILS

Friday, March 9, 2018

Winsport – Markin MacPhail Centre

88 Canada Olympic Road Southwest

Cocktail Reception: 6:00pm – 7:00pm

Dinner: 7:00pm

Entertainment to follow

Calgary Maple Festival des Sucres

Start March off right with some good family fun, entertainment and some east-coast tradition at the annual Calgary Maple Festival des Sucres.  This two-day weekend event hosts multiple of dance and folk music from French-Canadian, Metis and First Nations folk music, dance and tasty foods from local businesses.

https://postmediacalgaryherald2.files.wordpress.com/

As reported on the Visit Calgary website, “The Maple Festival is a unique experience that has become a must see event of March in Calgary. In a genuine and charming atmosphere, come celebrate an Eastern Canada tradition at the historical village of Heritage Park. Discover French-Canadian, Metis and First Nations folk music and dance, participate in circus and crafts workshops, find delectable local products at the new Sugar Market, have family fun with outdoor activities, ride in a horse-drawn hay wagon, enjoy a traditional maple shack meal and don’t forget to taste a delicious maple taffy on snow.”

No plans for the weekend?  Take in the event for some good fun.  For more information and to purchase your tickets, please check out the Calgary Maple Festival website, here.

Does this event not fit into your weekend schedule but are still looking for things to do?  Check out WHCA website to see the centre’s events, activities and ice time availability.