EBC will recognize all Ritchie Community League 2015-2016 membership cards as equal to EBC membership cards. Ritchie members can now access the following EBC services at discounted rates: Use of EBC shop tools, stands and volunteer support: $2/hour. Workshop and course registration: now $5 less than non-member fee! Check out the EBC web site: edmontonbikes.ca.
Caminitos Spanish Playschool:
Offers a bilingual Spanish program for children aged three to five. No prior Spanish knowledge is required. Children learn Spanish through play guided by experienced and qualified bilingual teachers specializing in early childhood education. Located at Escuela Mill Creek (9735-80 Avenue). For more information or to register, please visit www.caminitosplayschool.com.
Local Business Blurb
Obviously we're hooked on our neighbourhood and the businesses that call Ritchie home. With that in mind, we've decided to give a little love to some of our locals. First up is Shear Instinct located in Ritchie Four Corners.
Specialising in colouring and nails, Shear Instinct offers services for women, men, and children in their professional salon. The salon is a favorite destination for hair and nail services in Ritchie and the surrounding area and the crew has just expanded - adding Tamara Johnson who made the wise choice to relocate from Bonnie Doon to Ritchie!
With the holidays approaching there has never been a better time to treat yourself and get a little fancy! Call 780.988.6133 to book an appointment.
Ritchie Connects with Abundant Communities Edmonton!
Last month we had an Abundant Communities presentation at the hall. It was great to learn more about this City of Edmonton initiative which seeks to build a culture of connection one neighbourly conversation at a time.
In the spirit of connection, we promise to keep you posted on our progress in this area but in the meantime, feel free to check out new Abundant Communities section on our website and our Welcome to Ritchie Facebook page.
FREE Learn to Skate!
Okay, so there isn't any snow or ice yet...but we are pretty certain it will be coming soon enough. Come to the RCL rink on the following days for some free learn to skate drop-in lessons:
- Feb 4 2:30-5:30 pm
- Feb 11 2:30-5:30 pm
- Feb 18 2:30-5:30 pm
FREE SWIM
Community League Swim! Change of location and time due to Bonnie Doon year-long renovation. This change will be in effect until the end of December. Show your Ritchie Community League Membership and gain free entry at:
Mill Woods Recreation Centre
7207 - 28 Ave
Saturdays: 2:00 - 3:30 pm
Please note that Mill Woods pool will be closed from January 2 to March 15.
Be sure to check the January newsletter for the Community League Swim pool location during that time.
Year Round Green Shack!
That's right! If you like to play games, do cool crafts and hang with other kids Hazeldean is the place to be.
December 12 - January 8
Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:30 - 6:00pm and Saturdays from 1:00-5:00pm.
Ages: 6-12 years (children under 6 must be supervised by a parent or guardian)
FREE PRESENTATION ON ABUNDANT COMMUNITIES
Wish to turn strangers into neighbors? Could Ritchie be the next Abundant Community in Edmonton?
JOIN US FOR A FREE PRESENTATION ON ABUNDANT COMMUNITIES: Tuesday November 29, 7:30-9 pm.
Abundant Communities Edmonton (ACE) is a grassroots initiative that works to build a culture of connection, one neighbourly conversation at a time.
EVERYONE IS WELCOME!
If you are interested in childcare, please let us know in the comments or send us a private message.
Let's make Ritchie even better!
For more information, visit: https://www.edmonton.ca/programs_services/for_communities/abundant-community-edmonton.aspx (or click the image above).
So This is Christmas - the musical
FREE TICKETS with a Ritchie Community League Membership
Call or email to reserve at info@C3churchedmonton.com or 780-436-8020
*Limited Quantity
Synopsis: So This is Christmas the Musical tells the classic nativity story from the perspective of characters in modern day Edmonton. Mary, a young student, finds herself in a difficult spot when an angel tells her she is pregnant with the Son of God. What will Joseph think? How will her friends react? What will the leaders in the church say? And her PARENTS?! This witty, relevant and touching show features rewrites of popular songs from a wide variety of bands and artists, including The Beatles, Madonna and A Great Big World. Join us this Christmas season.
2016 CHRISTMAS MUSICAL
PERFORMANCE DATES:
NOVEMBER 30TH – 7:00PM
DECEMBER 1ST – 7:00PM
DECEMBER 2ND – 7:00PM
DECEMBER 3RD: MATINEE – 1:00PM EVENING SHOW 7:00PM
NOTE: The Saturday night show is NOT sold out. We hope to have this issue resolved quickly.
TICKET INFORMATION
Adult – $15
Student (with valid ID) – $12
Child (12 – 2 yrs) – $5
All ticket sales support Hope Mission’s 24/7 Rescue Van.
Purchase tickets here!
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Ritchie Halloween 2016 Pics...
Send in your Halloween pics to:
spooky@ritchie-league.com
Mill Creek Water Quality Study
As part of ongoing efforts to improve stormwater quality across Edmonton, the City is working to address quality and erosion issues in Mill Creek. The north section of Mill Creek starts north of Argyll Road and ends at the junction of Connors and Scona Roads. The southern portion of Mill Creek was diverted into a tunnel at 75 Street when the surrounding industrial area was developed in the 1960s and 1970s. The waster in the tunnel then flows into Mill Creek north of Argyll Road.
To continue improving water quality in Mill Creek, the City has considered oil and grit separators, stormwater ponds, wetlands and sewer diversions along or near the north section of Mill Creek. These options were presented at an open house on June 9, 2016. Since then, project staff have evaluated these water quality improvement and erosion reduction options.
The City is considering the following improvements:
- Installing oil and grit separators at strategic locations to improve water quality.
- Creating a small stormwater pond or wetland feature just north of Argyll Road.
- Constructing a new stormwater sewer to diver high flows.
City staff are now seeking our feedback to determine the best way forward. Ritchie residents are encouraged to share their thoughts at a second public meeting.
Thursday, November 3
C3 Church - 9425-76 Ave
5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
More information about the project can be found online. Between Nov 3-18 people will also be able to complete an online survey.