Join Isabelle from Move and Be Moved on July 26 to get a taste of dance and movement!

All ages, but parents/guardians must stay with their kids.

Family Dance

10:30-11:25 am

Dance can strengthen bonds between family and friends. Come and play with us as we move with all members of your community and learn dance choreography to engage the whole family. Styles will include hip hop, ballet and jazz. All ages.

Thinking Body

11:30 am-12:25 pm

Family-friendly mindful movement class to enhance mobility, ease and pleasure of moving. Will include activities standing and on the floor, so bring a mat. We will make it playful for the kids who attend as well. The practice you didn’t you know needed! All ages.

Drop-in or pre-register, attend one or both. Whatever you choose, it’s all FREE!

RSVP and questions can be directed to irousseau.moveandbemoved@gmail.com

All are encouraged to be RCL members, or members of their home community league.

Come down to the Ritchie Hall on the last Saturday of the month for beers, snacks, and music. Bring your neighbour!

July 25 - Patio Lanterns

Patio Details

Our HALL had the biggest patio
Our HALL had all the summer shade
We had patio lanterns…

• Playlist of your favourite songs from 1986

• Yard games, just like your parents used to play

• Sit outside Ritchie Hall, listen to the kids play in the spray park, and watch the sun set over the best community in Edmonton

Pub Night Details

• Bent Stick brews, cider option, NA options

• Snacky snacks and pizza-by-the-slice

• FREE admission for Ritchie members and their guests

Helping Out Opportunities

• Set-up: chairs and tables, games

• Welcome table: greet attendees, sell memberships, watch the door

• Sell drinks and food at the bar

• Pro-server to supervise event (all night) and jump in to help bar when busy)

• Tear down and clean up with help from friends

Visit our PUB NIGHT PAGE for more details and future events.

Unplug & Connect: Open Hall Hangout!

Looking for a low-pressure way to meet your neighbors and get out of the house? Join us at Ritchie Hall for a relaxed, screen-free evening designed for the whole crew.

Whether you’re looking to spark a conversation, share a hobby, or just enjoy a change of scenery, our "Open Hall" night is all about community connection.

We’re creating a warm, "basement rec room" atmosphere where you can kick back and enjoy the company of folks of all ages.

What to Expect:

- Casual Vibes: No set agenda—just a welcoming space to hang out and chat.
- All-Ages Friendly: From toddlers to seniors, teens to Millennals, everyone is welcome.
- Accessible & Inclusive: Whether you’re a long-time resident or brand new to the neighborhood, come as you are!
- Community Spirit: It’s the perfect spot to find a new friend or catch up with an old one.

Bring your neighbor, bring your kids, or just bring yourself. We can’t wait to hangout!

Questions? Email volunteers@ritchie-league.com

Jay Flair presents Magic with a Little Flair✨🧝‍♀️🧙‍♂️🔮🌈

FREE programming care of teh City of Edmonton and Edmonton Arts Council.

ABOUT JAY FLAIR MAGIC

Known for dynamic, interactive shows, Jay Flair combines magic, comedy, and circus artistry into high-energy performances that captivate from start to finish. Her work balances technical skill with humor and charm, creating moments that feel both impressive and approachable. Jay excels at reading a crowd and shaping each show to the space and audience in front of her.

(blurb yoinked from Jay’s website)

Edmonton Arts Council hosts shows at Green Shacks across Edmonton all summer long! We are lucky to have them.

Here is the full schedule of all Green Shacks shows: edmontonarts.ca/event/green-shack-shows-2026

Screen-free fun for the whole family!

Join us at the Ritchie Community Hall for a FREE all-ages game night.

Bring your favourite game to share, try something new with your fellow board game enthusiasts, or just watch the fun and chat over a drink in our "loungy" atmosphere.

We always have some longer board games, and short social games available for folks to try their hand at. All family-friendly and accessible to newbies.

Drinks, snacks and pizza by the slice available to purchase. The laughter and good company are priceless. Did we mention it’s FREE to attend?!

Ritchie’s monthly games night is for RCL members and invited guests.

Questions? Email volunteers@ritchie-league.com

This event is hosted by Ritchie Community League member-volunteers!

Today’s location: 77 Avenue and 96 Street (that big green space)

Every week, your friends and neighbours take over a park in Ritchie. Bring your craft, we’ve got the snacks.

Casual, friendly, weekly.

Do you need an excuse to:

a) get out of the house?

b) work on your crafts?

c) touch grass?

Life always seems to get in the way. But RCL has your back. We’ll be popping up at a different park or green space around the community every Monday for the summer. Bring a craft, blanket or lawn chair, your favourite non-alcoholic beverage and a brave attitude.

All ages!

Free!

Freezies!

Cancelled if it rains and on smoke days.

WHAT TO BRING

• Your own craft supplies

• A picnic blanket or lawn chair

• Bug spray, sunscreen, a big hat - whatever is relevant!

• An open mind and willingness to make a new acquaintance

SCHEDULE

July 6: West Ritchie Community Garden (79 avenue and 101 street)

July 13: 77 avenue and 96 street

July 20: NO EVENT

July 27: Lilliput Park (74 avenue and 97 street)*

August 3: Escuela Mill Creek park (9735 80 avenue)*

August 10: Mill Creek Healing Park (95A street and Whyte Ave)

August 17: West Ritchie Community Garden (79 avenue and 101 street)

August 24: Mill Creek Ravine (74 avenue and 91 street)

August 31: Ritchie park (behind the hall) 7727 98 street*

*Denotes parks that also have playgrounds!

Hosted by Crafternoon’s very own Lisa K!

Location: West Ritchie Community Garden (79 Avenue and 101 Street)

Every week, your friends and neighbours take over a park in Ritchie. Bring your craft, we’ve got the snacks.

Casual, friendly, weekly.

Do you need an excuse to:

a) get out of the house?

b) work on your crafts?

c) touch grass?

Life always seems to get in the way. But RCL has your back. We’ll be popping up at a different park or green space around the community every Monday for the summer. Bring a craft, blanket or lawn chair, your favourite non-alcoholic beverage and a brave attitude.

All ages!

Free!

Freezies!

Cancelled if it rains and on smoke days.

WHAT TO BRING

• Your own craft supplies

• A picnic blanket or lawn chair

• Bug spray, sunscreen, a big hat - whatever is relevant!

• An open mind and willingness to make a new acquaintance

SCHEDULE

July 6: West Ritchie Community Garden (79 avenue and 101 street)

July 13: 77 avenue and 96 street

July 20: NO EVENT

July 27: Lilliput Park (74 avenue and 97 street)*

August 3: Escuela Mill Creek park (9735 80 avenue)*

August 10: Mill Creek Healing Park (95A street and Whyte Ave)

August 17: West Ritchie Community Garden (79 avenue and 101 street)

August 24: Mill Creek Ravine (74 avenue and 91 street)

August 31: Ritchie park (behind the hall) 7727 98 street*

*Denotes parks that also have playgrounds!

Hosted by Crafternoon’s very own Lisa K!

Unplug & Connect: Open Hall Hangout!

Looking for a low-pressure way to meet your neighbors and get out of the house? Join us at Ritchie Hall for a relaxed, screen-free evening designed for the whole crew.

Whether you’re looking to spark a conversation, share a hobby, or just enjoy a change of scenery, our "Open Hall" night is all about community connection.

We’re creating a warm, "basement rec room" atmosphere where you can kick back and enjoy the company of folks of all ages.

What to Expect:

- Casual Vibes: No set agenda—just a welcoming space to hang out and chat.
- All-Ages Friendly: From toddlers to seniors, teens to Millennals, everyone is welcome.
- Accessible & Inclusive: Whether you’re a long-time resident or brand new to the neighborhood, come as you are!
- Community Spirit: It’s the perfect spot to find a new friend or catch up with an old one.

Bring your neighbor, bring your kids, or just bring yourself. We can’t wait to hangout!

Questions? Email volunteers@ritchie-league.com

Gather with neighbours and newcomers!

This is a free neighbourhood event!

Summer in full swing when Ritchie Community League throws open its arms to members and non-members alike at our summer BBQ.

Gather with neighbours and newcomers outside Ritchie Hall. This event is free to attend, but donations are always welcome.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

• brats

• veggie dogs

• snacks

• pop and juice

Volunteer Opportunities

This event would not be possible without a crew of amazing volunteers! We have a variety of shifts available throughout the evening, from set up to tear down. Hit the button below and sign up!

Come down to the Ritchie Hall on the last Saturday of the month for beers, snacks, and music. Bring your neighbour!

June is TRIVIA night!

Trivia Details

• $5 to enter

• Cash prizes!

• No pre-registration required

• Come with a team, or we’ll assign you a team

Pub Night Details

• Bent Stick brews, cider option, NA options

• Snacky snacks and pizza-by-the-slice

• FREE admission for Ritchie members and their guests

• Music: a chill playlist in between trivia rounds

Helping Out Opportunities

• Set-up the seating / entry / games on tables

• Welcome table: explain BINGO, hand out BINGO cards, sell memberships, door watching

• Sell drinks and food at the bar

• Pro-server to supervise event (all night) and jump in to help at the bar when busy

• Tear down and clean up with help from friends

Visit our PUB NIGHT PAGE for more details and future events.

Unplug & Connect: Open Hall Hangout!

Looking for a low-pressure way to meet your neighbors and get out of the house? Join us at Ritchie Hall for a relaxed, screen-free evening designed for the whole crew.

Whether you’re looking to spark a conversation, share a hobby, or just enjoy a change of scenery, our "Open Hall" night is all about community connection.

We’re creating a warm, "basement rec room" atmosphere where you can kick back and enjoy the company of folks of all ages.

What to Expect:

- Casual Vibes: No set agenda—just a welcoming space to hang out and chat.
- All-Ages Friendly: From toddlers to seniors, teens to Millennals, everyone is welcome.
- Accessible & Inclusive: Whether you’re a long-time resident or brand new to the neighborhood, come as you are!
- Community Spirit: It’s the perfect spot to find a new friend or catch up with an old one.

The best part? Admission is entirely FREE for RCL members and their guests.

Bring your neighbor, bring your kids, or just bring yourself. We can’t wait to see you there for an evening of good company and great conversation!

Questions? Email volunteers@ritchie-league.com

This spring cleaning season RCL has your back!

Like you, we can’t wait to clean up our yards, sheds, and closets. But what are you going to do with all that great stuff?! We have the answer!

There are THREE easy ways for you to participate in the Ritchie Community League Rummage Sale event.

1) Ritchie residents can register for one of 22 tables.

2) Volunteer to help out! There are a variety of roles are available and no prrevious experience is necessary.

3) Everyone is welcome to drop-in and snag a new-to-you item.

Volunteer!

We’ve got a variety of positions to help this day run smoothly! Click the BLUE “Volunteer” button to learn about each role and shift times, and to sign up. It’s easy!

This event is 100% volunteer run.

Register for a table

Tables are free, but you must pre-register to sell your items at a table. There are about 20 tables available, first come-first served. Don’t have enough stuff for a full table? Join up with a neighbour and share one!

Table registration is only for Ritchie residents to sell their personal and household items. You must be present at your table for the entire event.

Your items must comply with the list below.

Item Qualifications:

1. All items must fit on their table or directly under their table. Rummage Sale tables are 244cm (8 feet) long and 76 cm (30 inches) wide or a small table 36”x36”

2. Items must be in working condition and functional.

3. If an item requires power, it must be tested before arrival.

4. Items cannot contain fuel or chemicals and paint is not permitted.

5. Items cannot require a licence to carry and cannot be illegal to carry.

6. No clothing or linens but outdoor attire such as jackets and snowpants are welcome.

League volunteers at the registration table reserve the right to refuse entry of an item if it doesn’t meet the above qualifications. If you want to confirm ahead of time that your item qualifies, you are welcome to email secretary@ritchie-League.com.

WAITLIST: Folks on the waitlist for a table will receive notice the day before if a table becomes available.

FreeCycle Table

Cancelled this year due to volunteer capacity. Thanks for your understanding!

Unplug & Connect: Open Hall Hangout!

Looking for a low-pressure way to meet your neighbors and get out of the house? Join us at Ritchie Hall for a relaxed, screen-free evening designed for the whole crew.

Whether you’re looking to spark a conversation, share a hobby, or just enjoy a change of scenery, our "Open Hall" night is all about community connection.

We’re creating a warm, "basement rec room" atmosphere where you can kick back and enjoy the company of folks of all ages.

What to Expect:

- Casual Vibes: No set agenda—just a welcoming space to hang out and chat.
- All-Ages Friendly: From toddlers to seniors, teens to Millennals, everyone is welcome.
- Accessible & Inclusive: Whether you’re a long-time resident or brand new to the neighborhood, come as you are!
- Community Spirit: It’s the perfect spot to find a new friend or catch up with an old one.

The best part? Admission is entirely FREE for RCL members and their guests.

Bring your neighbor, bring your kids, or just bring yourself. We can’t wait to see you there for an evening of good company and great conversation!

Questions? Email volunteers@ritchie-league.com

Attention all Fathers and Father Figures of Ritchie!

To celebrate Father's Day this year the Ritchie Men's Shed will be hosting a toolbox building event, open to any dads or dad-adjacent people in the community and their kids.

Our event runs the week before Father’s Day so you can still spend the special day with dad!

WHAT’S INCLUDED:

• all materials, pre-cut and pre-drilled

• all tools required

• coffee, juice and snacks!

All you need to do is show up and be ready to have a good time!

Supplies are limited and available “first come, first served”. Please come early to guarantee your spot.

Ritchie Community League is proud to host a Men’s Shed at the community hall. The guys gather weekly over coffee to share stories, bounce around ideas for community projects that need doing, and build or fix something! For more information about our shed, click here.

Screen-free fun for the whole family!

Join us at the Ritchie Community Hall for a FREE all-ages game night.

Bring your favourite game to share, try something new with your fellow board game enthusiasts, or just watch the fun and chat over a drink in our "loungy" atmosphere.

We always have some longer board games, and short social games available for folks to try their hand at. All family-friendly and accessible to newbies.

Drinks, snacks and pizza by the slice available to purchase. The laughter and good company are priceless. Did we mention it’s FREE to attend?!

Ritchie’s monthly games night is for RCL members and invited guests.

Questions? Email volunteers@ritchie-league.com

This event is hosted by Ritchie Community League member-volunteers!

Calgary foragers Denis Manzer and Malcolm Saunders reveal the wild foods and medicinal plants growing in urban landscapes. This documentary screening explores ethical foraging practices, followed by a live Q&A with Denis Manzer and filmmaker Kimberly Gray.

The Food Beneath Our Feet Overview

The Edmonton Permaculture Guild hosts Denis Manzer and Kimberly Gray from Calgary for a screening of the documentary The Food Beneath Our Feet. This film follows an educational plant walk through Calgary’s river valleys and urban forests, showing how wild foods and healing plants thrive in spaces most people walk past without noticing.

Denis Manzer and Malcolm Saunders guide viewers through the city, identifying edible and medicinal species, explaining sustainable harvesting techniques, and sharing the ecological relationships that make wild foraging possible.

The film treats the urban landscape as a living classroom, where attention and respect reveal abundance.

After the screening, Denis and director Kimberly Gray answer questions about foraging ethics, herbalism, plant identification, and the process of making a documentary that centers place-based knowledge.

Whether you’re curious about starting to forage or want to deepen your understanding of wild plants in Alberta, this evening offers practical insight and inspiration.

The event creates space for conversation about how we relate to the land around us. Foraging is not just about gathering food. It’s about learning to see what grows, understanding seasonal patterns, and developing reciprocal relationships with the ecosystems that sustain us.

What You’ll Discover

• How to identify common edible and medicinal plants growing wild in Alberta’s urban and rural landscapes

• Ethical harvesting practices that protect plant populations and support ecosystem health over time

• The ecological relationships between wild plants, pollinators, and the broader food web

• Practical methods for using foraged plants in cooking, medicine making, and fermentation

• How urban foraging connects people to seasonal cycles and builds resilience in local food systems

• The process of creating documentary films that capture place-based ecological knowledge

RITCHIE PRESENTS

Our 2025-2026 session of Ritchie Presents is hosted by our friends at the Edmonton Permaculture Guild. They’re bringing together organizations across Edmonton who work, advocate, and organize across a variety of fields with the common values of “Earth Care, People Care, and Fair Share”.

The Edmonton Permaculture Guild connects you with hands-on education, a growing community of practitioners, and practical skills for building food security and resilient landscapes across Edmonton and all of Alberta. Click here to learn about all of their upcoming events.

Special meeting on Thursday, June 4 at 6:30pm for members to vote on a special resolution regarding memberships. 

Information from the Ritchie Hall Revitalization Committee will also be available on the updated site plans and construction timelines. 

Regular board meeting to start at 7pm. 

SPECIAL RESOLUTION

Ritchie Community League Special General Meeting

MOTION:

BE IT RESOLVED that the Ritchie Community League (“RCL”) amend the Membership section of its bylaws to revise the definition of “Associate Membership” and establish a new category of “Affiliate Membership” as follows:

Current wording (Associate Membership):

“Associate memberships may be granted to any business, institution or organization located within the defined boundaries of the League … Associate members are non-voting members.”

Proposed wording for Bylaws:

1. Associate Membership

   Associate memberships may be granted to individuals who reside outside the defined boundaries of the League, have submitted a completed membership registration form, and paid the required membership fee to the League Board of Directors. Associate members are non-voting members.

2. Affiliate Membership

   Affiliate memberships may be granted to any business, institution, or organization located within the defined boundaries of the League, have submitted a completed membership registration form, and paid the required membership fee to the League Board of Directors. Affiliate members are non-voting members.

RATIONALE:

This amendment updates the membership categories to better reflect how RCL currently engages both non-resident supporters and local businesses.

The proposed change:

• redefines Associate Membership to apply to individuals living outside the Ritchie boundaries who wish to support and participate in the League, including volunteer growth opportunities; and

• creates a distinct Affiliate Membership category for businesses and organizations operating within the Ritchie boundaries.

This amendment aligns the bylaws more closely with current community league practices and EFCL model bylaws, while providing clearer distinction between individual supporters and business/community partners.

The amendment does not change voting eligibility. Both Associate and Affiliate memberships remain non-voting membership categories.

The Public Market is BACK for the summer!

Tuesdays all summer, from 3:30-7:30pm

Closes during severe weather

June 2 - September 29

Want to join as a vendor? Contact moffatmarket@gmail.com

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY

RCL is looking for volunteers to run our League market booth!

Sell memberships and merch and meet your neighbours. This is a fun opportunity to sign up with a friend or on your own if you're looking to meet new people!

Let’s Build Something Together!

Ritchie Business Mixer
Connect. Collaborate. Be part of Ritchie’s future.

Join fellow entrepreneurs, business owners, and community leaders for an evening of connection, conversation, and collaboration. This is your opportunity to help shape the future of the Ritchie neighbourhood – and find new ways to grow your business along the way.

Click here to RSVP!

Thank you to this month’s event sponsor! Please note the new day of the week and location!

Event Details

• What: Ritchie Business Mixer

• When: Monday, June 1

• Time: 5:15 – 6:45 PM

• Where: The Faculty Event Center (10151 Whyte Ave NW)

• Cost: Free (RSVP required)

Who Should Attend

This event is open to:

• Business owners located in Ritchie

• Ritchie residents who own a business elsewhere

• Businesses from bordering neighbourhoods (Hazeldean and Old Strathcona) interested in collaboration

• Businesses curious about the new Ritchie hall project and how local businesses can get involved

Why Attend

• Grow your network: Meet other business owners, community champions, and potential partners

• Showcase your business: Find out how to be featured in our Business Directory and our Ritchie Crew

• Learn about our new hall project: Hear how your business can be part of something meaningful

• Explore collaboration opportunities: Sponsorship, pop-ups, co-hosting events, donation drives, and more

• Light refreshments & welcoming vibes: Come for the connection, stay for the snacks and stories

Ritchie is defending our 2025 Bike Month trophy…and we need your help!

Pump up your tires, clip on your helmet, and get ready for BIKE MONTH!

WHAT IS BIKE MONTH?

The BIke Month Challenge is an annual Edmonton event, taking over our streets and our hearts every June.

Community leagues track their members’ kilometres, and this year there will be more prizes in more categories! Ritchie might have started it, but EFCL and leagues across the city have adopted the challenge as a fun way to promote active transportation and recreation in their neighbourhoods through a little friendly competition.

HOW TO PARTICIPATE

There are a few easy ways to participate in the Edmonton-wide Bike Month Challenge this June:

1. Download Strava, join the Ritchie United group and start tracking your KMs automagically

2. On Sunday morining, email your KMs from the whole week to ritchie-united@ritchie-league.com

3. Join in a GROUP RIDE throughout the month, hosted by our fabulous volunteers.

GROUP RIDES

Some amazing RCL volunteers have stepped up this year to host a few group rides throughout Bike Month. The goal of these rides is to rack up some KMs, connect riders of Ritchie, and to enjoy exploring our neighbourhood on bikes! All levels of cyclists welcome and encouraged to join in!

Rides will be cancelled in case of inclement weather.. That includes rain and smoke.

SHARROWS? NEVER HEARD OF HER - JUNE 1

Start: 7pm at at Ritchie Hall (7727 98 Street)

This 10km route takes us through Ritchie and Strathcona, concentrating on the cycling infrastructure. Explore the various bike lanes, sharrows, and bike corridors we have in our neighbourhoods.

Pace: leisurely

Host: Lisa

SCAVENGER HUNT - JUNE 14

Start: 8am at Ritchie Hall (7727 98 Street)

This route hits all the scavenger hunt locations in Ritchie and our surrounding communities. We’ll end our ride at a local hot spot for some treats. Don’t forget your Ritchie Crew discount card!

Pace: leisurely

Host: Lisa

Come down to the Ritchie Hall on the last Saturday of the month for beers, snacks, and music. Bring your neighbour!

May 30 - BINGO

Bingo Details

• NO cost to enter

• Ritchie merch prizes

Pub Night Details

• Bent Stick brews, cider option, NA options

• Snacky snacks and pizza-by-the-slice

• FREE admission for Ritchie members and their guests

• Music: a chill playlist in between bingo rounds

Helping Out Opportunities

• Set-up the seating / entry / games on tables

• Welcome table: explain BINGO, hand out BINGO cards, sell memberships, door watching

• Sell drinks and food at the bar

• Pro-server to supervise event (all night) and jump in to help at the bar when busy

• Tear down and clean up with help from friends

Visit our PUB NIGHT PAGE for more details and future events.

Kickoff Garden Season in West Ritchie!

Find us at the corner of 79 Avenue at 101 Street

We are hosting our annual block party to celebrate this season’s opening of the West Ritchie Community Garden! There will be local vendors, Master Composter volunteers, activities for all ages, and a formal introduction to the Community Garden.

We look forward to seeing you there!

SPECIAL EVENT!

We will be hosting a special tree planting event during our block party this year. Help us continuing transforming this former roadway into a true community park.

SEED SWAP

We are hosting a seed swap at the party! How to participate:

• bring your seeds from home

• they must be labeled with name/variety

• no weeds!

• no “wildflower” mix

You can bring flowers, veggies, or native plants - we accept them all! RCL has 20+ varieties that we will be trading, thanks to Edmonton Federation of Community Leagues.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Help us with all the things it takes to make this event great!

• Set up

• Selling memberships and merch

• General helping

• Tear down

APPLY FOR A GARDEN BOX

We have 26 boxes available in the West Ritchie Community Garden. APPLY NOW for the 2026 growing season.

Unplug & Connect: Open Hall Hangout!

Looking for a low-pressure way to meet your neighbors and get out of the house? Join us at Ritchie Hall for a relaxed, screen-free evening designed for the whole crew.

Whether you’re looking to spark a conversation, share a hobby, or just enjoy a change of scenery, our "Open Hall" night is all about community connection.

We’re creating a warm, "basement rec room" atmosphere where you can kick back and enjoy the company of folks of all ages.

What to Expect:

- Casual Vibes: No set agenda—just a welcoming space to hang out and chat.
- All-Ages Friendly: From toddlers to seniors, teens to Millennals, everyone is welcome.
- Accessible & Inclusive: Whether you’re a long-time resident or brand new to the neighborhood, come as you are!
- Community Spirit: It’s the perfect spot to find a new friend or catch up with an old one.

The best part? Admission is entirely FREE for RCL members and their guests.

Bring your neighbor, bring your kids, or just bring yourself. We can’t wait to see you there for an evening of good company and great conversation!

Questions? Email volunteers@ritchie-league.com

MAD Science

Ritchie Community League is teaming up with MAD Science North to bring you programming for 2026.

This is a weekday camp for kids when schools are closed for PD days or Teacher’s Convention!

Let's Get Chemical - Crazy Concoctions

Have a ton of fun and whip up potions! Dynamic chemistry reactions that "excite" and "ignite" our world to epic proportions! Campers will team up to experiment with their lab equipment and will find their love of Chemistry as they spend the day creating cool chemical reactions.

details:

Cost: $60

CLICK HERE to learn about the camp on May 27

CLICK HERE to learn about the camp on May 28

THIS IS FOR kids whO:​

• Are in grades 1 to 6 (ages 6-12)

• Interested in science experiments

• Would rather be with friends from the neighbourhood than stuck at home for the day.

Mad Science of Northern Alberta (Edmonton)

Mad Science of Northern Alberta is a leading science enrichment provider. We deliver unique, hands-on science experiences for children through after-school programs, birthday parties, workshops, special events, and vacation camps. Our innovative programs are as entertaining as they are educational!

More information at Northern MAD Science

MAD Science

Ritchie Community League is teaming up with MAD Science North to bring you programming for 2026.

This is a weekday camp for kids when schools are closed for PD days or Teacher’s Convention!

Let's Get Chemical - Molecules in Action

Campers put on some goggles and get to handle laboratory tools, build and break molecules, and pick up some tricks on chemical
changes. These experiments are a great opportunity for kids to learn about the physical and chemical reactions that take place around us in everyday life.

details:

Cost: $60

CLICK HERE to learn about the camp on May 27

CLICK HERE to learn about the camp on May 29

THIS IS FOR kids whO:​

• Are in grades 1 to 6 (ages 6-12)

• Interested in science experiments

• Would rather be with friends from the neighbourhood than stuck at home for the day.

Mad Science of Northern Alberta (Edmonton)

Mad Science of Northern Alberta is a leading science enrichment provider. We deliver unique, hands-on science experiences for children through after-school programs, birthday parties, workshops, special events, and vacation camps. Our innovative programs are as entertaining as they are educational!

More information at Northern MAD Science

MAD Science

Ritchie Community League is teaming up with MAD Science North to bring you programming for 2026.

This is a weekday camp for kids when schools are closed for PD days or Teacher’s Convention!

Let's Get Chemical-You're in Lab

Have a ton of fun and whip up potions! Dynamic chemistry reactions that "excite" and "ignite" our world to epic proportions! Campers will team up to experiment with their lab equipment and will find their love of Chemistry as they spend the day creating cool chemical reactions.

details:

Cost: $60

CLICK HERE to learn about the camp on May 28

CLICK HERE to learn about the camp on May 29

THIS IS FOR kids whO:​

• Are in grades 1 to 6 (ages 6-12)

• Interested in science experiments

• Would rather be with friends from the neighbourhood than stuck at home for the day.

Mad Science of Northern Alberta (Edmonton)

Mad Science of Northern Alberta is a leading science enrichment provider. We deliver unique, hands-on science experiences for children through after-school programs, birthday parties, workshops, special events, and vacation camps. Our innovative programs are as entertaining as they are educational!

More information at Northern MAD Science

Crafternoon is an opportunity to hang out with likeminded crafters and work on your projects, maybe get some tips, and definitely get inspired!

Bring your favourite craft supplies or a project on the go for our FINAL event of the season. We'll set you up at a table, and you can craft the afternoon away!

Crafternoon Guarantee: 3 hours of dedicated no distraction time, and at least one MOM will tell you how amazing you are. ;-)

Would you appreciate a friendly reminder email a few days out? Great! Click here for a no obligation RSVP.

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.

NEED TO KNOW

• Crafternoon! happens every 2 months at the hall, usually on the second last Sunday

• If you forgot supplies (or get bored with yours) we have some on hand!

• Allergy-free snacks, coffee, tea and juice are included.

• You must wear a mask in the crafting space.

• Admission is variable, and helps us cover the costs—so we can keep running!

WHO IS THIS FOR?

• Any and all type of crafts and crafters; no experience required.

• Folks who are looking for a craft community, and who value safe and accessible spaces.

• Crafters who want to get some work done on a project while they make a new friend.

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.

• 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. No garbage please.

• We are an environmentally minded Community League, so we ask that you bring your own refillable water bottle or cup.

• Cash or card, "pay what you can" admission is payable by either at the door (minimum $5).

Heads up: Your photo might be taken to use in future Ritchie Community League. Please inform a volunteer immediately if you have any concerns.

Unplug & Connect: Open Hall Hangout!

Looking for a low-pressure way to meet your neighbors and get out of the house? Join us at Ritchie Hall for a relaxed, screen-free evening designed for the whole crew.

Whether you’re looking to spark a conversation, share a hobby, or just enjoy a change of scenery, our "Open Hall" night is all about community connection.

We’re creating a warm, "basement rec room" atmosphere where you can kick back and enjoy the company of folks of all ages.

What to Expect:

- Casual Vibes: No set agenda—just a welcoming space to hang out and chat.
- All-Ages Friendly: From toddlers to seniors, teens to Millennals, everyone is welcome.
- Accessible & Inclusive: Whether you’re a long-time resident or brand new to the neighborhood, come as you are!
- Community Spirit: It’s the perfect spot to find a new friend or catch up with an old one.

The best part? Admission is entirely FREE for RCL members and their guests.

Bring your neighbor, bring your kids, or just bring yourself. We can’t wait to see you there for an evening of good company and great conversation!

Questions? Email volunteers@ritchie-league.com

AI: The Good*, The Bad, and The Ugly

AI is becoming more and more a part of our daily lives, whether we like it or not.

Trevon Romanuik is a software developer who uses AI daily in his job, but that doesn’t mean that he agrees with everything that is happening.

Trevon isn’t anti-AI, he is pro-human. He believes that the path we are on currently is fundamentally anti-human, but it isn’t too late to change things for the better.

This presentation will go over the current state of AI, what has been promised to us by the companies building AI, what the reality is behind the scenes, and what we can do collectively to ensure that we steer things towards a more pro-human future.

This presentation is open to all residents of Ritchie and beyond.

Content Warning: This presentation will include discussions about the harms caused by AI, including psychosis and suicide.

Screen-free fun for the whole family!

Join us at the Ritchie Community Hall for a FREE all-ages game night.

Bring your favourite game to share, try something new with your fellow board game enthusiasts, or just watch the fun and chat over a drink in our "loungy" atmosphere.

We always have some longer board games, and short social games available for folks to try their hand at. All family-friendly and accessible to newbies.

Drinks, snacks and pizza by the slice available to purchase. The laughter and good company are priceless. Did we mention it’s FREE to attend?!

Ritchie’s monthly games night is for RCL members and invited guests.

Questions? Email volunteers@ritchie-league.com

This event is hosted by Ritchie Community League member-volunteers!