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Start Your 2019 Right!

Looking for a fresh start in 2019? Or maybe you finished 2018 in strong spirits and want to carry that momentum with you into the new year? Well, we hear ya!

Nothing encourages well-being and positivity like practicing tai chi! For the new year, we’ve essentially doubled the tai chi offerings available at the WHCA by adding a Wednesday session, beginning January 9th. Our Saturday tai chi is still available and still free for WHCA members, but due to the success and positive feedback we received from this program, we were compelled to start a this second tai chi program for just $4 per session.

Not acquainted with tai chi? No worries! This unique martial art exercises both body and mind through movement and meditation. Our sessions are suitable for both practiced and new participants and can be as challenging as you wish to make it.

So start your 2019 with a healthy body AND mind! Register for our tai chi sessions TODAY: Saturday Tai Chi — Wednesday Tai Chi

Neighbourhood Baby Connections 2019

Are you a parent or parental support figure for a baby under 2 years old? Awesome! Let us help you make the most of this time in your lives with “Neighbourhood Baby Connections.”

This new WHCA program is geared towards meeting people in your neighbourhood and making those connections. Its a great way to meet other people with babies who are going through similar experiences, while educational guest speakers will come in to provide the educational/movement part of the class.

This is ideal for newborns and young babies, as well as all parental support (dads. moms, grandparents, sister, caregiver, etc) who are just looking for have fun, take in some quality bonding time, and get to know some of your neighbours!

This program is FREE with a WHCA membership, which you can purchase here. If you have a WHCA membership, you can register for the program here.

Class structure: The first 15 min will allow for baby time to get settled in (feed, change diapers etc). The following 45 mins will be the special guest of the day, it will be either educational or activity based. Followed by 15 min discussion of the day for the parents and for babies to explore and play. The last 15 min will be to mingle and to clean up the space. A week prior to the class start date a list of educational guests will be sent out.

Each week will be different and some of the educational guest could be but not limited to, the list of special guests will be confirmed a week before the class starts:

– Active classes (Parent and Baby Yoga, Baby Barre etc.)

– A visit from our local library

– Dental hygiene for babies

– WHCA preschool

– Post Natal Pelvic Floor & Core Physio

– Baby music and or dance

– Baby massage

– Our local pharmacist to answer Q & A’s

We hope to see you at the next session!

Science in the Cinema: The Curious Case of Benjamin Button

Calgary is a vibrant city with more arts and culture than most think. There is never shortage of new and annual events to attend. Join the Science in the Cinema: The Curious Case of Benjamin Button for an extraordinary explanation of the film in terms that the general public will understand. As found on the Avenue Calgary website, “What’s better than a free movie screening? A free movie screening with real-life scientists in attendance who can answer your burning questions. For this edition, members of the Arnie Charbonneau Cancer Institute will host a screening of The Curious Case of Benjamin Button and discuss the relationship between genetics and aging. ”

Dates: November 21, 2018

Times: 6 p.m. doors; 6:30 p.m. showtime

Cost: Free

The Plaza Theatre, 1133 Kensington Rd. N.W., 403-283-2222, go.ucalgary.ca

Plan to attend this amazing FREE event and learn some new and interesting concepts. For more information, please contact go.ucalgary.ca

Parents + Tots Drop-In Play Time

Are you a member of the WHCA? Are you new mother or father? Looking to get out of the house and converse with like-minded new parents? Do you want another option for play time with your toddler? Come join the West Hillhurst Community Association on Tuesday’s for our new Parent + Tot Drop-In Play Time!

The FREE member program runs every Tuesday from 1:15 p.m. – 3:15 p.m. in the dance studio for fun, play and socializing. Do you want to know about what the program all entitles? Contact John at programs@westhillhurst.com or via phone at 403.283.0464 ext 4

Neighbourhood Baby Connections Photo Shoot

Last week, the West Hillhurst Community Association came together with District 12 Photographics for a sample baby/ toddler shoot during the Neighbourhood Baby Connections program that runs each Wednesday at the WHCA. The attendees received one photographer chosen image FREE for their use! Check out the sample shots below!

Do you want to find out more about this program? Contact Susan via phone or email! Are you interested in working with District 12 Photographics? Check out their website here or on Facebook and Instagram!

Reminder: Free Member Skate

For all the wonderful members of West Hillhurst Community Association, we just wanted to pass you a friendly reminder that October FREE MEMBER SKATE is happening now! Check out the schedules within the community association on the digital screens, our billboard print media, website or on our social media platforms such as: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and BlockTalk!

Be aware that FREE SKATE is monitored, so please have your WHCA Membership available. If you don’t already have your membership, come visit us in the office to purchase yours today for ONLY $35.00 + GST! Start benefiting from the exclusive benefits such as free programs and discounts at partnered local businesses in the area! Memberships are good for a year from purchase date.

Minecraft Registration Full

We want to thank everyone who has registered for the MineCraft coding workshop. Unfortunately, due to it’s popularity, registration is now closed and all spots have been filled. For those who were able to reserve your spot, have a blast and may the coding course bring you Minecraft success.

Did you miss out? Do not worry – we will have lots more of the free member-only programs coming soon! Stay tuned!

Free Member Skate Returns

After a month of not offering FREE Member Skate due to camps and arena maintenance, the West Hillhurst Community Association is back in full-swing! Free Member skate is back! Check out the schedule below.

Skate times are only available to those who have a WHCA membership. Staff will randomly check that you have your membership, so remember to bring it with you. No membership? Come on down to the office and purchase or call 403.283.0464 (MUST have a Credit Card)

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

Pride: A Conversation – Registration Closing

A quick and friendly reminder that registration closes tomorrow, August 29, 2018 @ noon.

Come join your WHCA for an evening of education, information and Q&A from our diverse panel of the LGTBQ+ Calgarians! Learn about the community and and inclusion that WHCA wants to build on in our community.

Our Goals:
– Build community and increase inclusion within West Hillhurst.
– Increase awareness and understanding about:
– Sexuality and gender issues
– Calgary’s LGTBQ+ community

– Provide attendees with local LGTBQ+ resources / services*

Come on down to this family-friendly event and be part of the change that we hope to see in our community! The West Hillhurst Community Association provides a safe place for all!

Please be sure to register as only registered guests will have the opportunity to win a door prize. You can register online here.

WHCA wants to thank the following sponsors and donations:

Crave Cupcakes – Kensington
Bernard Callebaut – Kensington
BlockTalk
Naked Leaf
DeAnna Kweens