West Ritchie Garden Block Party
Come Join the West Ritchie Community Garden Block Party!
Find us at the end of 79 Avenue at 101 Street
We are hosting a block party on May 19 to celebrate the OFFICIAL opening of the West Ritchie Community Garden! There will be local vendors, businesses from the neighbourhood, activities for all ages, and a formal introduction to the Community Garden.
We look forward to seeing you there!
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY
Help us with all the things it takes to make this event great!
Set up
Selling memberships and merch
General helping
Tear down
Click the button to choose a spot on Sign Up.com
Ritchie Community League AGM
The Ritchie Community League Annual General Meeting is coming soon!
Join us May 23 at 7 pm as we reflect on the past year, and choose a new board.
We will be celebrating all the amazing things we accomplished in 2023, a review of our financials, and board member elections. Oh, and snacks! All members of the League are welcome to attend.
Interested in Volunteering?
We are looking for a number of volunteers to help us out during the event.
Crafternoon
You're invited to Crafternoon!
Bring your favourite craft supplies, or a project on-the-go. We'll set you up at a table, and you can craft the afternoon away with friends and neighbours!
See you at the hall on Sunday, May 26, from 1:00 to 4:00 pm.
Crafternoon is a low barrier way to spend some time creating for you, in a friendly and safe environment, with rad folks who also love crafting.
Important details:
Masks are required
Admission is pay what you can at the door, cash or card (minimum $5)
Open to Ritchie members and non-members from any community
All snacks are free of most common allergens
What to bring
A mask; these are required in the crafting space to help keep us all safe.
Your own supplies or project to work on. We do not provide materials or instruction.
Arts and crafts supplies for our Swap Table! You are welcome to take items from the table, even if you didn't bring any. Anything leftover at the end of the day will be donated to the Reuse Centre.
We are an environmentally minded league, so we ask that you bring your own refillable water bottle or cup.
Cash or card, admission is payable by either at the door (minimum $5).
Presented alongside Ritchie neighbour, Not Ladylike Community.
Volunteer Opportunities available at Crafternoon!
Volunteer shifts run from 30 minutes to 2 hours. We provide all the training you need, and welcome ages teen and up of all abilities. Enthusiasm is the top requirement! This is a great, low barrier way to get involved with Ritchie. We can't host events without our dedicated volunteers!
Greet attendees and take admission at the door - comfortable with phone apps and making change is essential
Set up tables, chairs, snack table ahead of the event - ability to follow directions, lift folding chairs, and/or make coffee is essential
Take photos and videos throughout the event - familiarity with a camera phone is essential
“Tear down” involves putting everything away and leaving the hall as tidy as we found it!
Bike Month Starting Date
Hey Ritchie, you know what June is!?
The Community League Bike Month Challenge!! Get your bikes tuned and your neighbors to join our STRAVA group over the next couple weeks so we are ready to roll!! We’ve got an undefeated title to defend!!
Ritchie community members can join the fun by either logging kilometers as part of the Ritchie United STRAVA group or emailing their totals for the week to ritchie-united@ritchie-league.com after your last ride for the week on Sunday.
More information on the Bike Month Challenge Page
Ritchie Public Market (Tuesdays)
Every Tuesday starting on June 4.
The Public Farmers Market will operate from 3:30 to 8:00 every Tuesday until September 24.
As in the years prior, the market will host fruit, local veggies, artisan handicrafts, meats, seafood, etc.
The Ritchie Community League will also be hosting a table at the Market selling merch and memberships. SIGN UP to volunteer at the table.
Let's not forget the food trucks that will be there as well. We hope you have enjoyed the market in the past and look forward to having you visit us often this summer.
Questions about the market or any vendors wishing to join, can call 780-913-2586.
Please email, tweet, instagram or whatever you use to pass this great news along.
See you at the Market
Sign up to volunteer at the Ritchie Community League merch table
Ritchie League June Potluck
Let’s gather together and share a meal and great company
RITCHIE MEMBERS ONLY*
All ages, connect with your neighbours and try new foods.
bring your own food and food to share.
Bring a dish to share with at least 5 other people besides your family. (10 servings)
Main dish
Side dish
Salad
Appetizer
Dessert
Snack/appetizer
Your speciality!
INSTRUCTIONS
Please use the Alberta Health and Safety Guidelines when preparing your food.
Print out your POTLUCK FOOD CARD to bring with you. (Or You can fill one out at the event.)
Confirm your Ritchie membership. Here are instructions LOOK UP YOUR MEMBERSHIP (OR you can purchase a membership at the event)
*Due to Alberta Health Services guidelines and our insurance coverage we must restrict this event to Ritchie Members only. You will have the opportunity to lookup or purchase your membership at the door.
Other Volunteer Needs:
Set up
Check in
General assisting
Clean up
In leu of bringing a dish or in addition to
Ritchie League May Potluck
Let’s gather together and share a meal and great company
RITCHIE MEMBERS ONLY*
All ages, connect with your neighbours and try new foods.
bring your own food and food to share.
Bring a dish to share with at least 5 other people besides your family. (10 servings)
Main dish
Side dish
Salad
Appetizer
Dessert
Snack/appetizer
Your speciality!
INSTRUCTIONS
Please use the Alberta Health and Safety Guidelines when preparing your food.
Print out your POTLUCK FOOD CARD to bring with you. (Or You can fill one out at the event.)
Confirm your Ritchie membership. Here are instructions LOOK UP YOUR MEMBERSHIP (OR you can purchase a membership at the event)
*Due to Alberta Health Services guidelines and our insurance coverage we must restrict this event to Ritchie Members only. You will have the opportunity to lookup or purchase your membership at the door.
Other Volunteer Needs:
Set up
Check in
General assisting
Clean up
In leu of bringing a dish or in addition to
Climate Action in Times of Drought
Thursday, May 16 7:00 to 8:30 pm
Doors open at 6:45, presentation begins at 7 pm
Free event, no registration required.
Residents from across Edmonton are welcome to attend.
Worried after hearing of another dry summer? Looking for ways to make environmental improvements in your garden? This is for you. In this two-part presentation, first learn about the City of Edmonton's Neighbouring for Climate program and toolkit. Then, the focus will shift to specific information about how we can manage our spaces for drought conditions, including how the city manages its urban forest. City staff will present and answer questions to help you get started on climate action in your own garden! Find out how we can work together for the planet, for your garden, and your community. The best climate action is community climate action.
agenda
6:45 | Doors Open
7:00 | Welcome & announcements - Hanna @ Ritchie League
7:10 | Climate Projections and Neighbouring for Climate (Heather @ City of Edmonton)
7: 25 | A quick look at the kit contents
7:30 | Q&As
7:40 | Urban Forests and Planting for Drought (George @ City of Edmonton)
8:05 | Q&As
8:15 | Wrap-up Register to participate in the Neighbouring for Climate program / pick up a kit .
8:30 | END
Presenter Bios
George Szilagyi is an ISA-certified arborist with a Municipal Specialist qualification who is part of the City of Edmonton Urban Forestry, working in the Community Forestry team. Community Forestry is a regular advocate for trees as part of the response to the climate crisis, and believes that community and individual actions are an indispensable part of the solution.
Heather Wheeliker’s formal training in environmental science, adult education and community development have grounded her approach to her work in mobilizing Edmontonians to take climate action. As the current lead for Change for Climate at the City of Edmonton, she works on both climate mitigation and adaptation efforts.
Hall Replacement Info Session
This is a drop-in information session in the small hall.
Information will be available to members of the community in a self-guided walk-through and committee members on had to answer questions. There will be information on the following:
The hall layout and design features that were considered for decision-making
The Kitchen layout and features
The site plan, the considerations that were made, the impact to operations, trees and amenities.
The Energy Efficiency of the hall
PERMITS
In February, we successfully obtained approval from the City for our development permit, marking a big step forward in the Ritchie Hall Revitalization Committee efforts. We couldn't be more thrilled with this achievement, and we invite you to learn more about the design and site plan
news on funding
Unfortunately, we did not receive the federal grant we had applied for, which would have covered 60% of the project’s cost. Despite our best efforts and meeting all qualifications, we were left disappointed to learn we were not awarded the grant and disheartened by the lack of explanation provided. These funds, along with available City and Provincial grants would have had us starting the construction in January 2025.
We also learned that our project was not selected for funding under the Alberta Capital Plan for Federal Capital Plan, despite aligning with several mandates and important targets for the Government of Alberta and Canada. For the Alberta Capital Plan, the Minister of Arts, Culture and Status of Women wrote Edmonton Federation of Community Leagues to encourage leagues to apply. Well…no league received funding through the Alberta Capital Plan.
Mill Creek Cleanup
On May 12th the Ritchie Volunteer Meetup crew will take on the litter in Mill Creek! Come and join us.
Area: west side of the ravine from Whyte Ave to 72 avenue
As all Ritchie neighbours know, we love our local creek for early morning runs, playing with family, and exploring with our pups. We are all also familiar with the amount of garbage it accumulates over the winter. Come lend a hand in our annual spring cleanup to help tidy up Mill Creek Ravine so we can all continue to enjoy it!
The league has some supplies to share, including garbage bags, gloves, and grabbers.
Please dispose of all garbage properly in your personal garbage bin. Do not leave it in the ravine.
If you find large or hazardous items, please call 311 to inform the city. Stay safe out there!
Or just show up!
FreeCycle and Rummage Sale
May is spring cleaning season! Like you, we can’t wait to clean up our yards, sheds, and junk drawers.
There are THREE easy ways for you to participate in the Ritchie Community League Rummage Sale and FreeCycle event on May 5.
1) Residents can register for one of 22 tables to sell their items (or leave an appropriate item at the FreeCycle table). See terms and form below.
2) Volunteer to help out - a variety of roles are available and no previous experience is necessary.
3) Anyone is welcome to drop-in and snag a new-to-you item.
Ritchie league will have a table there as well! We will have pop-up tents, chairs, toys, sports equipment and more!
Volunteer to help out
Could you help set-up or take-down tables? Click the sign up button and choose a spot to help out.
Register for a table (full; waitlist only)
There are ~20 tables available - you can sign up to save a spot for selling household items that are still functional or you can add to the community FreeCycle table for items you are interested in giving away. Not enough for a full table? Join up with a neighbour and have a table together.
The registration is for Ritchie residents, not for licenced vendors.
Items must:
Completely fit onto the table or directly under the table. Table size is 244cm (8 feet) long and 76 cm (30 inches) wide.
Be in working condition and functional.
Be tested before arrival, if the item requires power.
Not contain fuel, not be paint, and not be or contain chemicals.
Not require a licence to carry and not be illegal to carry.
Not be clothing or linens (outdoor attire is welcome.).
Please note the league volunteers reserve the right to refuse entry of an item if the item is too large or inappropriate to display. Decision will be final at registration table. If you want to confirm ahead of time, you are welcome to email programs@Ritchie-League.com.
For waitlisted households, if a table becomes available, you will receive notice the evening prior or morning off.
Ritchie League April Potluck
Let’s gather together and share a meal and great company
RITCHIE MEMBERS ONLY*
All ages, connect with your neighbours and try new foods.
bring your own food and food to share.
Bring a dish to share with at least 5 other people besides your family. (10 servings)
Main dish
Side dish
Salad
Appetizer
Dessert
Snack/appetizer
Your speciality!
INSTRUCTIONS
Please use the Alberta Health and Safety Guidelines when preparing your food.
Print out your POTLUCK FOOD CARD to bring with you. (Or You can fill one out at the event.)
Confirm your Ritchie membership. Here are instructions LOOK UP YOUR MEMBERSHIP (OR you can purchase a membership at the event)
*Due to Alberta Health Services guidelines and our insurance coverage we must restrict this event to Ritchie Members only. You will have the opportunity to lookup or purchase your membership at the door.
Other Volunteer Needs:
Set up
Check in
General assisting
Clean up
In leu of bringing a dish or in addition to
Presentation: "Join Or Die" documentary film screening and discussion
SAVE THE DATE!
Join your Ritchie neighbours on April 18 for a documentary film screening followed by a community discussion on the topic of community!
Join or Die is a film about why you should join a club—and why the fate of America
depends on it. Follow the story of America's civic unraveling through the journey of Robert Putnam, whose legendary "Bowling Alone" research into American community
decline may hold the answers to our democracy's present crisis.
This film is American-based, but we have seen similar issues pop up across Canada - social isolation, disconnection from our neighbours, widening gaps between empowered and disempowered folks. Community leagues offer a unique solution to the civic unraveling described in the film, and we will hopefully explore that in our post-film discussion!
Doors open at 6:00pm, with the film starting at 6:30pm. Come early and mingle with your neighbours, grab a snack and a seat. Following opening remarks, we will show the film in its entirety, then our volunteers will facilitate a community discussion.
Presented alongside Ritchie neighbour, Not Ladylike Community.
ABOUT THE FILM
Join or Die is a film about why you should join a club — and why the fate of America depends on it. In this feature documentary, follow the half-century story of America's civic unraveling through the journey of legendary social scientist Robert Putnam, whose groundbreaking "Bowling Alone" research into America's decades-long decline in community connections could hold the answers to our democracy's present crisis. Flanked by influential fans and scholars as well as inspiring groups building community in neighborhoods across the country, join Bob as he explores three urgent civic questions: What makes democracy work? Why is American democracy in crisis? And, most importantly... What can we do about it?
ABOUT ROBERT PUTNAM:
Harvard professor Robert D. Putnam is America’s preeminent political scientist — and
one of the most widely read and cited social scientists living today. Author of fourteen
books, translated into twenty languages, his work focuses on asking big questions about American society and deploying immense, creative studies and analyses to unlock answers. His groundbreaking “Bowling Alone” research — which demonstrated that levels of American community connections were in decline over the past half-century — rocketed Putnam to national fame in the late 1990s. As more Americans turn on to the reality of our social isolation crisis, a consistent drumbeat of media interest in revisiting Putnam’s work has grown.
Ritchie League Casino 2024
We need some help in the count room on April 17, 6:15 p.m. to 3:15 a.m.
Thank you to everyone who has signed up and some who are back-ups.
Volunteers make our most important fundraiser a rip-roaring success.
April 16th and 17th, 2024.
At Pure Casino Edmonton 7055 Argyll Rd NW, Edmonton, AB T6C 4A5
With our Casino funds we’ll be able to keep building toward our goal of building a brand new community league hall while continuing our stellar programs and services in the community.
Volunteering at our casino is a massive help and will likely contribute about $80,000 dollars over two years of operating.
There are a variety of roles. Volunteers must be 18 or older and have photo identification to volunteer for this.
Questions? Contact Bradley Lafortune - Email: casino@ritchie-league.com
CASINO VOLUNTEER POSITIONS
General Manager
You supervise all aspects of the casino and ensure it's conducted according to the AGLC Casino Terms and Conditions and Operating Guidelines.
Your cashiers' cage advisor(s) will explain your duties and assist and train you and your volunteers at the casino.
Your count room advisor will provide the same support and training for your count room volunteers.
General Managers must be a Community League member. (Get your Ritchie Community League membership HERE)
Banker
You control the main Cash Cage floats of chips and cash.
You are assisted directly by Cash Cage Advisor for all activities.Your top priority is to assist cashiers by monitoring their payouts.
You are busiest during opening, volunteer shift changes, and closing of the casino.You refill ("Fill") dealers' chip trays when players leave games with chips to cash in, or to reduce the chips in dealer's tray ("Credit").
You will receive on-the-job training.
You use Alberta Gaming's computer terminal for all transactions and it is easy to operate.
Some administrative experience is helpful, but not essential.
Bankers must be EFCL or Community League members. (Get your Ritchie Community League membership HERE)
Cashier
You pay off players' chips and make change.
You do not sell chips or cash out slot machine coupons.
You will be required to follow defined pay-out procedures that you will learn at the casino.
You have your own float -- you do not share your cash/chip float with anyone.
Cash-handling skills are an asset.
The cashier's job is challenging, and requires concentration and accuracy.
You should not volunteer to be a cashier if you are colour blind.
Chip Runner
You are a courier (runner) for chip orders for the casino games.
You must be able to move around to deliver chips to the games.
You will be using a very simple mini-computer to complete your transactions.
You are not usually too busy except at the opening and closing of the casino day.
You should be able to carry up to 2.5 kilograms or five pounds of chips in their delivery racks.
You will always be accompanied on your 'runs' to the games by a casino security guard or a manager.
Count Room Supervisor
You work with the Count Room Advisor to keep records of the cash and chips in the count room.
You use a computer terminal for all transactions.
Some administrative skills are useful, and computer skills are very helpful.
You are not required to handle cash.
Count Room Supervisors must be EFCL or Community League members. (Get your Ritchie Community League membership HERE )
Count Room Staff
Various jobs include sorting, counting, verifying and amalgamating cash from drop boxes.
At least three volunteers in the count room should have good cash handling skills.
You should be good working with your hands.
Questions? Contact Bradley Lafortune - Email: casino@ritchie-league.com
Ritchie League March Potluck
Let’s gather together and share a meal and great company
RITCHIE MEMBERS ONLY*
All ages, connect with your neighbours and try new foods.
bring your own food and food to share.
Bring a dish to share with at least 5 other people besides your family. (10 servings)
Main dish
Side dish
Salad
Appetizer
Dessert
Snack/appetizer
Your speciality!
INSTRUCTIONS
Please use the Alberta Health and Safety Guidelines when preparing your food.
Print out your POTLUCK FOOD CARD to bring with you. (Or You can fill one out at the event.)
Confirm your Ritchie membership. Here are instructions LOOK UP YOUR MEMBERSHIP (OR you can purchase a membership at the event)
*Due to Alberta Health Services guidelines and our insurance coverage we must restrict this event to Ritchie Members only. You will have the opportunity to lookup or purchase your membership at the door.
Other Volunteer Needs:
Set up
Check in
General assisting
Clean up
In leu of bringing a dish or in addition to
Presentation: Citizen Action on Alberta Wildfires, A Public Discussion
SAVE THE DATE!
Are you concerned about a repeat of last year’s fire season?
Do you have questions about how wildfires impact you and your family’s health?
Do you value dialogue with your neighbours on how we can advocate for better preparedness?
This event is open to all Ritchie members, and friends of Ritchie. There is no cost, and no need to RSVP. See you at the hall on March 21!
The 2023 Alberta wildfire scenario has been described as “unprecedented”, with over 2.2 million hectares of forest burned, extensive damage to human and non-human life and property, along with record negative air quality readings. Unfortunately, experts claim that this scenario may be similar or worse in 2024.
We hold our breaths nervously about another predicted long and intense Alberta wildfire season in 2024. Alberta Forestry and Parks maintain that they are prepared. However, there is a lot of doubt about that among experienced Alberta wildfire personnel, municipalities, and other experts.
Please attend this public event to:
hear the basics of wildfire in Alberta – damage, causes and responses
express your own views on the question of “what should we be doing to reduce the extent and damage of Alberta wildfires?”
contribute to public conversation and citizen oversight and input on the management of Alberta wildfires in 2024 and beyond
DOORS: 6:00pm
PRESENTATION: 6:30-8:30pm
Cost: $0
PRESENTED BY RITCHIE NEIGHBOUR RICHARD MERRY
For over 35 years, Richard has worked to reverse the destruction of our natural systems by consumerism, industrial activity and government policy. Since May 2023, he has closely followed Alberta wildfire activity and made efforts to mobilize ordinary citizens to speak out on wildfire impacts and the responsibility of government and industry in these impacts. He is conducting this Ritchie event, not as an expert in wildfire, but as one who believes in the power of the public and community to drive real progress in our society.
* To make this event really count, please review the links below as provided by our presenter. Most of these are media articles, but there is a wealth of detail that will be helpful for this public discussion on wildfires in Alberta.
Canada should be on 'high alert' for 2024 after record wildfire season: scientist (CP24)
Alberta wildfire warns of extreme fire risk heading into spring 2024 (Global News)
‘We are a skeleton crew out here’: UCP cuts led to disastrous Alberta wildfire situation (The Narwhal)
UCP Gutted Firefighter Programs (Project Calgary)
Cuts to Alberta elite aerial firefighting team came despite pleas to keep them in service | CBC News
Alberta gov't must reverse UCP cuts to wildfire fighting operations (AUPE)
Yellowhead County wants more proactive wildfire measures from province (CBC News)
Alberta to add firefighters for expected busy wildfire season: minister (CTV News)
Alberta committing more resources to battle wildfires in 2024 (CityNews Edmonton)
Alberta partnering with AI company to try to predict wildfires before they ignite (CTV News)
Prescribed fire (Gov’t of Alberta)
Alberta declares early start to wildfire season due to warm and dry weather (Global News)
Alberta fire chiefs call for provincial strategy as wildfire season looms (Edmonton Journal)
Alberta fire chiefs want provincial wildfire plan released before season begins (Canadian Underwriter)
Wildland firefighters’ union worried about 2024 season: ‘Albertans should be concerned’ (Global News)
Union says Alberta has lost experienced wildfire firefighters (Red Deer Advocate)
Union accuses Alberta government of being unprepared for 2024 wildfire season (CTV News)
Alberta Wildfires: More than 200 structures damaged; smoke causing poor air quality (Edmonton Journal)
Wildfire smoke 101: Wildfire smoke and your health (Govt of Canada)
Smoky days, gloomy mood? How wildfire haze is affecting what Edmontonians do and feel (CTV News)
Wildfire smoke is hurting your health (City News)
RCL Workshop: Community Safety
Led by the NET Community Safety Liaison, we will take the opportunity during this workshop to learn about some of Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) principles, and then spend some time walking through the community league property and adjacent spaces to discuss practical ways that some of these concepts can be directly implemented. Participants will also have the opportunity, after completing the NET CPTED self-assessment, to access some free home security hardware items that may help them to implement any recommendations made.
WHAT IS NET?
NET (Neighbourhood Empowerment Team) responds to repeated or significant incidents that may impact the security and safety of Edmontonians across the city. Our aim is to reduce the fear of crime and social disorder amongst community members. This workshop, facilitated by a Community Safety Liaison with NET, will cover some basic Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) principles that Ritchie residents can apply in and around their own properties. CPTED is a proven method to reduce actual crime and fear of crime by changing the physical environment. By proactivity applying CPTED principles we can increase the safety of our property and our community.
The design and management of a space impacts human behaviour. When a space is well designed it helps reduce crime and increases perceptions of safety. However, when a space is poorly designed crime and antisocial behaviour is more likely to occur. This not only impacts our safety and willingness to engage in our community but it also affects our overall wellbeing.
Property owners can take proactive steps to protect their property by implementing target hardening strategies. These strategies follow the principles of CPTED (Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design) and seek to design the physical environment in a way that helps deter crime. Good design increases the chances of an offender being caught and reduces the benefits of crime. It also makes us feel safer and more comfortable.
Resources: CPTED brochures available at workshop.
Ritchie Merch Store - Open ONLINE!
Ritchie Merch Online Store is open in MARCH
Pick up and shop in person every Sunday from March 3 - March 31
Order online and pick-up at the hall on Sundays (in March) from 12:30-2pm.
The Ritchie Merch Store will also be open for you to browse our stock in person.
Come and get your Ritchie Merch!
It is going fast!
Volunteer
Would you like to help run the Ritchie Merch Store? Sign up to help out.
Ritchie Crew Swag Deliveries
Dream job: delivery driver?
Our exclusive 2024 merch is ready to go and we can’t wait to get it into the deserving hands of our Ritchie Crew. But we need your help on February 25 to assemble and deliver all of that sweet sweet swag to our subscribers across the community.
There are two shifts up for grabs, depending on your abilities and availability:
10am - 12pm: assemble the goody bags at the hall
12 - 1:30pm: door to door delivery in Ritchie
RCL Workshop: Collage and Vision Board
SOLD OUT! For everyone who has already registered, see you on the 18th!
Let's explore the vibe we want for 2024 and create a Vision Board using a variety of collage techniques.
Lisa and Rachel will walk you through a short intention setting exercise before teaching you some composition tips and our favourite collage techniques. You don't need to have any experience in goal setting or collage.
We will have lots of time to cut out fun images from magazines and books, and use them to create a beautiful Vision Board to inspire you throughout the year.
INCLUDED:
Poster board
Magazines, books, flyers for collage materials
Mod Podge, glue sticks
Scissors
Worksheet to help you set some goals and intentions for 2024
WHAT TO BRING:
Most of the supplies will be provided (included in the cost of the workshop), but here are some extras you can bring for your comfort.
A water bottle or cup for hydration
Mask for safety
Sweater or layers - it can get drafty in our hall!
Magazines or books you would like to share with the class!
MEET YOUR INSTRUCTORS!
Rachel is a painter and collage artist. They have a unique eye for collage, and are excited to help you develop yours.
Lisa loves all arts and craft media, but is a papercrafter at heart. She spent 10+ years teaching and working at a popular Edmonton scrapbook store. She loves helping her students break out of their comfort zone!
ABOUT NOT LADYLIKE COMMUNITY
This Workshop is presented alongside Ritchie neighbour Not Ladylike Community. Their mission is is to bring folks together, to build community care and resilience, and offer a reliable "third space" in a time where those options are lacking. Visit their website to learn more about the various clubs, meetups and events they host that align with their values of creativity, nature, and justice.
Ritchie League February Potluck
Let’s gather together and share a meal and great company
RITCHIE MEMBERS ONLY*
All ages, connect with your neighbours and try new foods.
bring your own food and food to share.
Bring a dish to share with at least 5 other people besides your family. (10 servings)
Main dish
Side dish
Salad
Appetizer
Dessert
Snack/appetizer
Your speciality!
INSTRUCTIONS
Please use the Alberta Health and Safety Guidelines when preparing your food.
Print out your POTLUCK FOOD CARD to bring with you. (Or You can fill one out at the event.)
Confirm your Ritchie membership. Here are instructions LOOK UP YOUR MEMBERSHIP (OR you can purchase a membership at the event)
*Due to Alberta Health Services guidelines and our insurance coverage we must restrict this event to Ritchie Members only. You will have the opportunity to lookup or purchase your membership at the door.
Other Volunteer Needs:
Set up
Check in
General assisting
Clean up
In leu of bringing a dish or in addition to
Crafternoon
You're invited to Crafternoon!
Bring your favourite craft supplies, or a project on-the-go. We'll set you up at a table, and you can craft the afternoon away with friends and neighbours!
See you at the hall on Sunday, February 11, from 1:00 to 4:00 pm.
Masks are required for this event.
Admission is pay what you can.
Presented alongside Ritchie neighbour, Not Ladylike Community.
Volunteer Opportunities available at Crafternoon!
Volunteer shifts run from 30 minutes to 3 hours. We provide all the training you need, and welcome ages teen and up of all abilities. Enthusiasm is the top requirement! This is a great, low barrier way to get involved with Ritchie. We can't host events without our dedicated volunteers!
Take admission at the door and sell memberships
Set up tables, chairs, snack table ahead of the event
“Tear down” involves putting everything away and leaving the hall as tidy as we found it!
Craft Brewery Tour and Beer Social
Shake off those Winter Blues!
Join Ritchie Community League and Longroof Brewing Co. on Saturday, February 3 for a guided tour of Longroof’s brewing facility and process. Discover the artistry that goes into crafting specialty beer, then enjoy a post-tour social with the Ritchie crew in Longroof’s taproom. Two casks of specialty beers will be on tap for your tasting pleasure.
Cost is $25 per person and gets you the following:
Educational brewery tour - meet at Longroof Brewery, 9916 - 72 Avenue #104,
the tour begins at 2:00 pmTwo pints of Longroof craft beer. Featured beers on tap include:
A coffee stout made in collaboration with Sole Café
A surprise specialty brew
Complimentary pizza to enjoy with your beer
An afternoon of merriment with your Ritchie friends
*Additional drinks, food, merchandise are not included in the price.*
Reservations for this event are open—you don’t need to be an RCL member to join, but numbers are limited. Register early to ensure your place on the
tour.
RCL Workshop: Edmonton Public Library Pop-Up
More details to come
Join Edmonton Public Library staff for a pop-up library and family fun at the Ritchie Community League! Drop in between 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. to chat with library staff and participate in fun activities. Sign up for a free library card and check out library materials on the spot. Join us for a story stop, get creative with crafts for kids, or test out our Sphero and other robotics.
Presentation: Well-being Economy
In this presentation, Bob will discuss challenges facing the province of Alberta which is overly dependent on oil and bitumen revenue to fund public services. He hopes to engage the audience in formulating community level responses to the challenges of the climate emergency.
Why this topic?
Since the industrial revolution, the received wisdom is that economic growth is necessary to sustain modern-techno-industrial society and a rising standard of living. That growth and greed are good. Over the past few decades dissenting voices in nature have disagreed and have begun to respond to humanity's "devil's bargain."
Why now?
This past June, academics and citizens met virtually at the UofA's Parkland Institute to discuss the well-being economy. Bob Ascah from our community moderated and participated in several sessions.
Who’s Bob, the presenter?
Robert L. (Bob) Ascah studied commerce and public administration at Carleton University and political science at the University of Alberta. He joined Alberta Federal and Intergovernmental Affairs in 1984 moving to Alberta Treasury in 1986. From 1996-2009 Ascah worked at ATB Financial. In 1999, Ascah’s Politics and Public Debt was published. From 2009-2013 he was Director of the Institute for Public Economics. He is the editor and contributor to the A Sales Tax for Alberta: Why and How. His articles have appeared in Alberta Views, The Conversation, Calgary Herald, Canadian Accountant, and The Globe and Mail. His blog is Abpolecon.ca.
Ritchie League Potluck
Let’s gather together and share a meal and great company
RITCHIE MEMBERS ONLY*
All ages, connect with your neighbours and try new foods.
bring your own food and food to share.
Bring a dish to share with at least 5 other people besides your family. (10 servings)
Main dish
Side dish
Salad
Appetizer
Dessert
Snack/appetizer
Your speciality!
INSTRUCTIONS
Please use the Alberta Health and Safety Guidelines when preparing your food.
Print out your POTLUCK FOOD CARD to bring with you. (Or You can fill one out at the event.)
Confirm your Ritchie membership. Here are instructions LOOK UP YOUR MEMBERSHIP (OR you can purchase a membership at the event)
*Due to Alberta Health Services guidelines and our insurance coverage we must restrict this event to Ritchie Members only. You will have the opportunity to lookup or purchase your membership at the door.
Other Volunteer Needs:
In leu of bringing a dish or in addition to
Set up
Check in
General assisting
Clean up
Ritchie Holiday Party
Come and hang your hat at the hall on December 17, and celebrate the start of the winter season with your Ritchie community. We’re hosting the Kompany Family Theatre and their production of A Very Merry Moosemas, we’ll have some crafts for the kids, and of course…snacks!
Schedule of Activities
12:00pm Doors Open
Kids: make some wonderful Christmas crafts 12:00 - 2:00 pm
Be a Star with Family & Kids Karaoke* 12:00 - 2:30 pm
Get your Ritchie League membership and merchandise
Enjoy Holiday music, Fun and Festive activities.
Get your picture taken in the Fun Foto Booth
2:30pm Kompany Family Theater: A Very Merry Moosemas
3:30pm Holiday Jingle Jam
Play or sing-along in our Holiday Jingle Jam 3:30-5:00 pm (Adults can bring your own instrument, and join in to play or sing along in a good old-fashioned Jingle Jam session).
*DJ / Karaoke services will be provided by carrielevins.com
We need your help to put on this great event
Set up and decorating the hall in the morning
Sign up for one of the activities during the party
Help us take it all down at the end of the event.
We need a few folks to help with:
Set up and tear down
Kids crafts
Refreshment monitoring
Music playlists
Merch and Memberships
and general support
Ritchie Presents: Discover the District Planning Project
Raising awareness about pressing community issues and building essential life improvement skills.
Join us for a session on November 23, to explore the City of Edmonton's District Planning project. Two representatives from the City will share details about the project, what could be in store for Ritchie and ways to get involved in engagement opportunities.
Doors Open at 6:15pm, presentation starts at 6:30pm. Register to secure your spot. Spots limited to 40 people.
After the presentation, it's your time to ask the City planners questions. After some Q&A, residents and members can mingle and discuss from about 7:30-8. Your voice matters!
To learn more about District Planning, check our Civics Updates. Let's shape our neighborhood's future together.
**Limited spots:** 40 Ritchie Community League members and residents. Register to reserve your spot.
Ritchie Presents: Listings
RCL Workshop: Crafternoon
You're invited to Crafternoon!
Bring your favourite craft supplies, or a project on-the-go. We'll set you up at a table, and you can craft the afternoon away with friends and neighbours!
See you at the hall on Sunday, November 19, from noon to 4:00 pm.
Masks are required for this event.
Admission is pay what you can.
Presented alongside Ritchie neighbour, Not Ladylike Community.
Volunteer Opportunities available at Crafternoon!
Volunteer shifts run from 30 minutes to 3 hours on the afternoon of November 19. We provide all the training you need, and welcome ages teen and up of all abilities. Enthusiasm is the top requirement! This is a great, low barrier way to get involved with Ritchie. We can't host events without our dedicated volunteers!
Sunday, November 19
Take admission at the door, sell memberships
Set up and tear down
Take photos
Ritchie board meeting - November
Ritchie Community League board meetings are held the 1st Thursday of the month at 7:00 pm at the Hall. Unless otherwise noted.
Ritchie board meeting - October
Ritchie Community League board meetings are held the 1st Thursday of the month at 7:00 pm at the Hall. Unless otherwise noted.
RCL Presentation: Homelessness: A View From Edmonton (hosted by Men's Shed)
As the first in a series of community-oriented presentations, hosted by Ritchie Men’s Shed, Damian Collins (University of Alberta) will provide some background on this worsening crisis in Canadian cities, including Edmonton. Damian has spoken about this issue on CBC radio and will address the following questions:
What is homelessness - how is it defined, and what different forms does it take?
How many people are homeless in Edmonton - how has this number changed over time, and what are some of the key characteristics of our city's homeless population?
What factors cause homelessness - what are underlying reasons for the crisis, and why do they make some people especially vulnerable?
How do men and women experience homelessness differently - why were men historically much more likely to live on the streets, and how has this changed over time?
Resources from the event
Ending homelessness in Edmonton: https://homewardtrust.ca/
Who is the Speaker? Damian Collins is a social scientist at the University of Alberta, and the Director of Community Housing Canada. Housing as a human right has been recognized in both international and domestic law, yet 1 in 8 Canadian households struggle to meet their shelter costs each month. When not researching and advocating for community housing, Damian also works on urban public spaces and transportation issues.
Community League Day 2023 - Volunteers Needed!
Food trucks
Kids Craft activities
Ritchie-themed Bingo
Clubs/Programs Fair
Group presentations/demonstrations
Fun for the whole family!
Event Schedule 11:00 - 3:00 pm
All day
Food Trucks - Parking Lot
Merch and Membership sales
10:30 - 12:30 Pickleball - Court
11:00 - 3:00 RCL Programs Fair - Large Hall
12:00 - 1:00 Skateboard Group - Court/rink
11:00 - 3:00 Kids Crafts - Small Hall
1:00 - 2:30 YegWheel Electric Unicycle - Rink
2:00 - 3:00 Bingo - Large Hall
Volunteer to help
Set up in the morning
Work at the Merch and Membership booth
Help out with the kids crafts
Join in as we put it all away
Ritchie board meeting
Ritchie Community League board meetings are held the 1st Thursday of the month at 7:00 pm at the Hall. Unless otherwise noted.
Crafternoon
Presented alongside Ritchie neighbour, Not Ladylike Community.
Volunteer Opportunities available at Crafternoon!
Volunteer shifts run from 30 minutes to 3 hours on the afternoon of August 20. We provide all the training you need, and welcome ages teen and up of all abilities. Enthusiasm is the top requirement! This is a great, low barrier way to get involved with Ritchie. We can't host events without our dedicated volunteers!
Sunday, August 20
Take admission at the door, sell memberships
Set up and tear down
Take photos
POSTPONED Kickball Challenge
"Join us on August 19 as we compete against the Hazeldean and Bonnie Doon Community Leagues for the ultimate bragging rights in...KICKBALL!"
This is an ALL AGES event, for MEMBERS only. Sign up for either the adults or kids team, or just show up to cheer on your neighbours! There will be a beer garden, food trucks, and lots of fun.
No experience required! Kickball is baseball played with a giant bouncy ball. This friendly game will have you laughing and running, and hopefully kicking Hazeldean’s butt!
Sign up online and we’ll be in touch!
We will have our merch table at this event and need volunteers to run the Ritchie Store.