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Swing Night - Feb. 27
Swing Night - Feb. 27
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Open Crib Night - Feb. 21
Open Crib Night - Feb. 21
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Latin Dance Night - Jan. 30
Latin Dance Night - Jan. 30

Make your own Bee Hotel!

Spring will soon be blooming -- don't miss your chance to help pollinators in their important work. Kick off Environment Week on May 30 and join our workshop from 2-4pm to create your own bee hotel. Thanks to a TD Parks People grant, we are able to offer material kits ($35 value) for free! This workshop will be led by the knowledgeable volunteers from Edmonton & Area Land Trust (EALT). Your bee hotel is yours to keep, or if you like you can donate it EALT to be used in conservation areas.

This workshop will be held virtually, and we will deliver the materials to registrants in Strathearn, Bonnie Doon, Holyrood or Forest Heights.

Please note that you need access to your own power drill and regular bits to complete this project, but the other materials will be provided.

Capacity is limited to 25 registrants so don't delay! Sign up now at:

https://forms.gle/7ZUgKaMHFWkXcHxLA

If you have any questions, please email events@strathearncl.org

Fulton Ravine South Park: Donation Match

Strathearn Community League is Matching Park Donations!

The Fulton Ravine South Park is located along the Fulton Ravine in the heart of residential communities, near local businesses and the Capilano library, and is a unique park that incorporates the existing Capilano skatepark. The skatepark has an innovative design that is enjoyed by people across Southeast Edmonton and is one of the most well used public amenities in the area.

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The South East Community League Association (SECLA) has raised over $500,000 for additional park amenities and construction but there is a projected shortfall of $25,000. Construction is slated to begin this spring regardless of the shortfall and amenities may have to be scaled back if funds aren’t available.

Could you please help with the $25,000 shortfall? 

Donations of ANY size would be appreciated.

The Strathearn Community League has decided to match all donations up to a total of $1,500 from the community for a total of $3,000 towards this park project in our part of the City! Make your donation do double duty!

Click the button below to donate via credit card or contact us for other methods (cash/cheque)!

*Charitable Tax Credit not available for donations.

DONATE NOW!
 

Fulton Ravine South Park Project Information:

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Now more than ever, we understand that neighbourhood parks are essential for health and well-being. SECLA is working with the City to add amenities to the Fulton Ravine South Park, but we need your help to get the project over the finish line!

Currently, a skatepark is the only amenity in the park. There is nowhere to sit, no shade, and no place to site and enjoy or stroll through the park. (SECLA) conducted a formal community survey in 2016 to ask what would people would like to see in the park, and the design plan reflects what was heard from you. Some of the key features include:

  • A paved walking loop - the paved walkway connects all the features of the park and allows accessibility for all ages and abilities, as well as being a fitness feature in itself. The walkway also connects to the north edge of the park and leads to the Capilano library and 101 Avenue beyond.

  • A water fountain/water bottle filling station was also requested in the survey and while it was not financially feasible to place this next to the skatepark, SECLA funded the installation of the water fountain near the entrance to the Capilano library, a mere few steps away.

  • Adult/youth fitness equipment will be included in fitness pods along the walkway. The equipment will be multipurpose pieces that focus on balance and strength.

  • The benches included in the design will have arms to improve accessibility for sitting down and getting up, especially for those who are elderly or with mobility issues. Most of the benches are placed in groupings of two or more to make it easier to chat with your neighbor.

  • Tables for seating and to enjoy picnics in the park.

  • A half-basketball court.

  • Shade elements were strongly requested in the survey, and this is captured in the design by the inclusion of shade trees and a shade structure.

  • The community also asked for native planting and edible plantings and the plan is for future naturalized plantings along the north edge of the park. We will be working with Root for Trees to add native plants and edible plants in this area by community planting projects; however, the planting can only begin after a one to two-year period during which the area is undisturbed. This future planting area will be fenced off once construction begins on the rest of the park.

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19 to Zero - Virtual Town Hall

Join us for the virtual COVID-19 Strathearn Community League Town Hall

March 23 @ 7:00 pm via Zoom

Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/98216705817?pwd=RzVzaWZRWUFrZ0UwVlhxNkRFNU9jUT09

The organizers have created a short survey about your COVID19 practices and an opportunity for you to send questions you have so they can attempt to address them during the Town Hall. Please see the link below:

Survey Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc_vOKGFWbY7v0TpmRD27NcGcAVU3E_yVfKrT8SMHO9nzq3ng/viewform?usp=sf_link

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Get your Strathearn Kiss-O-Gram!

Love thy neighbor… from a safe distance.

Love thy neighbor… from a safe distance.

Share some community spirit — compose a message (not necessarily romantic!) to someone in Strathearn and we will hand deliver it for you on Valentine’s Day.

How it works:

Before 8 am on February 9, you can submit a message and pay here – we will print out your message and deliver it on February 13th or 14th.

OR

Before 8 am on February 9, print off our template* and fill it out yourself, then enclose with $2 and leave it in the community hall mailbox. We will collect these and deliver them the same as those that are ordered through the website.

PLEASE NOTE:

Deadline for message submission: 8 am on Tuesday, Feb 9th.

Each message costs $2.

You must include the recipient’s address and it must be within the Strathearn neighborhood boundary. Although we probably all know where “Andrew with the hat” lives, we want to ensure the right people are reached.

Funds will be used for league expenses such as funding league events, supplies or maintenance for the rink or AV system, beautification of the grounds/garden, etc.

* Template instructions: Print off the page. Write the recipient’s name and address on the “deliver to” lines. Turn over and write your message on the other side. Fold over on the dotted lines and tape closed.

Hail, hail Rock 'n' Roll!

We're excited to announce that we're continuing our partnership with Backbeat! (PS- the young model with guitar pictured above is a Strathearner who took advantage of this promotion last year!) And this time you have even more options to score a deal on awesome music classes...while supporting local at the same time!


Backbeat is a music school that ROCKS on Whyte Ave. Backbeat teaches kids music by putting them into rock bands and offering one-of-a-kind classes that get kids excited about learning music. Backbeat is offering an exclusive 20% discount to Strathearn Community League members on the following three programs:

  • Little Beats - a 6-week program that will give your 3-5 year-old a basic introduction to music fundamentals while placing them in their very own (noise rock) band!

  • Bigger Beats - a 10-week program that gives your 5-7 year-old a chance to try an instrument without you having to buy them one or nag them about practicing.

  • Intro to Guitar - an 8-week program that gives your 8-10 year-old the perfect introduction to guitar - one that teaches them what they need to know while getting them pumped about learning music!

To qualify, you simply need to be a member of the Strathearn Community League. Don't miss out! Register online now and use coupon code SCL20 to receive discount. Please note: proof of community league membership may be required.

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Casino Volunteers Needed!

Our original Casino dates back in the spring were cancelled due to Covid, but we now have a second chance at this important fundraising opportunity! Currently seeking volunteers to fill day and night shifts on Tuesday, October 13th & Wednesday, October 14th at the Casino Yellowhead. This is a great chance to hang out with your neighbours while raising needed funds for the community. Click here to sign up for shifts, with many thanks in advance!

Strathearn Open Air Market starts Saturday, Sept 12th

Saturdays this Fall will now feature Open Air Markets right here in Strathearn, with delicious bakery*, free-range egg and fruit vendors, plus live music! Come on down between 1:30-2:30pm on Saturdays, along 90 Street just north of 95 Avenue. Due to construction, it’s best to access the market from the northside.

*To avoid disappointment, please pre-order from The Bread Truck at least a few days prior to the market and indicate ‘Strathearn Market pick-up’ in the Order Notes.

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Strathearn Plant Swap

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Saturday September 12, 2020: 2 PM – 4:30 PM

Strathearn Community League Hall - 9511 - 90 Street

Bring your seeds, bulbs, divided plants, produce, and house plants out to the Strathearn Community Hall to swap for something new!

The swap will be outdoors but please adhere to all public health guidelines!

A few more volunteers are needed to help man tables. If you are interested in helping out please contact Jen at events@strathearncl.org .

Strathearn Art Walk Presents: An Outdoor Gallery Experience

We cannot imagine a year without art in Strahearn Park! To keep the artistic spirit alive and continue the Strathearn Art Walk, a socially distanced outdoor art gallery curated from the over 300 artists usually found during the Strathearn Art Walk has been created.

Come out from August 17 through September 13, 2020 in Strathearn Park along the Strathearn Drive mulit-use path to view the art boards as you stroll through the park!

This year would have been the 9th Annual Strathearn Art Walk& Music Festival, an event that features a wide range of artists and brings people together to celebrate professional and emerging art and music against the scenic backdrop of our beautiful river valley and city skyline.