Jul 18, 2026
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Another Wonderful Day In the NW Calgary NeighborHood! |
Trivia Question❓What event happened in 2013 that just about cause the Calgary Stampede to be cancelled for the first time? Answer at the bottom of the newsletter |
Summer Lake Activities - Lake has the Green Flag! |
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Detail Date & Time July 20, 2026 Morning program: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Main Event: 10:00 AM - 9:30 PM Location 12 Arbour Lake Drive NW, Calgary, AB Duration ~10.5 hours total Price Free admission Contact Phone Not publicly listed Contact Email Via community website URLs |
BOWNESS PUBLIC SKATE |
July 17 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm MDT
Public Skate at the BCA Arena . |
Public Skate at the BCA Arena Lace up and hit the ice for a relaxing afternoon skate at the BCA!
Whether you’re gliding solo, with a friend, or pushing a little one in a stroller, all are welcome to enjoy this open community skate.
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BOWNESS COMMUNITY FOOD SERIES: COMMUNITY COOKBOOK |
July 22 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm MDT |
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Date: Wednesday, July 22 Take part in a fun, interactive food mapping activity and help us start building a Community Cookbook! Bring 2–3 recipes featuring one main ingredient and join in a celebration of food, culture, and community. Register here |
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Charleswood (Triwood Community Association) |
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Citadel Community Hall Grounds Working Bee |
Volunteers Needed: Citadel Community Hall Grounds Working Bee! |
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Join the Citadel Community Association Garden Committee for a community working bee as we spruce up the gardens and fruit trees surrounding the Community Hall and Community Gardens. Whether you can stay for the whole event or just drop by for an hour, every helping hand makes a difference. Event Details What We'll Be Doing
What to Bring
As a thank you for volunteering, complimentary lemonade and iced tea will be provided! Contact Info: Email: Jennifer Sick at: jennifersick@aol.com |
Dalhousie Community Association |
Adult Pickleball Programs for 2026 |
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Pickleball delivers fast-paced fun, social connection, and easy learning for all ages. That’s exactly why we offer several class formats, making it easy to find the right fit for your experience level and learning style. Time for all lessons/clinics : 10am – 12pm Adult Age Group is: 15+ Location: Dalhousie Community Center tennis court located at 5432 Dalhart Road NW Pickleball Clinics (1-time sessions)
Our clinics dive into the technical side of pickleball, covering rules, shots, positioning, and game strategy. You’ll sharpen specific skills or refresh your knowledge in these focused, one-time sessions. Pickleball INTRO Clinic (1-time) with Instructor, Stephen Hansen
Pickleball INTERMEDIATE Clinic (1-time) with Instructor, Bill Lane
We provide the paddles, balls, and other equipment — meanwhile, you simply bring court shoes, athletic clothing, and a readiness to have fun! In addition, we keep classes small, with a maximum of 8 participants. As soon as a 2-hour time slot reaches 8 registrations, that session sells out. Cost: $50 per person Pickleball 2-Session Courses
These short courses help you build skills over two sessions with the same group of players. Along the way, you’ll gain more practice time, improve faster, and learn in a supportive environment. Pickleball BEGINNER Series (2-session course) with Instructor, Stephen Hansen
Pickleball INTERMEDIATE Series (2-session course) with Instructor, Bill Lane
We provide the paddles, balls, and other equipment — meanwhile, you simply bring court shoes, athletic clothing, and a readiness to have fun! In addition, we keep classes small, with a maximum of 8 participants. As soon as a 2-hour time slot reaches 8 registrations, that session sells out. Cost: $80 per person Play with a Coach – SATURDAYS with Instructor, Stephen Hansen) – NEW This is not a formal lesson, but an opportunity for players to play games with a coach, who will provide tips, feedback, and strategy suggestions throughout the session.
Ball Machine Skills & Drills – SUNDAYS with Instructor, Bill Lane) – NEW These sessions focus on skill development using the ball machine. A group of four players over two hours allows everyone to complete each drill multiple times and receive individual feedback.
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💡 Answer to Trivia Question: The flooding of Bow River the largest flooding in Calgary history displacing approximately 100,000 residents. All this just a couple weeks prior to the Stampede. It was touch and go but the Spirit and community of Calgary pulled it all together and made it happen.. |
Thursdays (Additional Dates in July & August!) 
12:00 – 1:30 PM
BCA Arena (7904 43 Ave NW)
Thursdays Free! Non-Thursdays 3$
All ages welcome (helmet required if under 18)
Bring your own skates
Strollers permitted — wheels must be clean