City of Prince Albert, COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT E-PROGRAM NEWSLETTER October, 2014 Visit the City of Prince Albert website www.citypa.ca regularly for updated information about new programs and activities available at our sport, cultural and recreational facilities. The City of Prince Albert congratulates the five inaugural inductees into the new The Prince Albert Arts Board announced the five new inductees into the Prince Albert Hall of Fame on Friday, September 26th at the E.A. Rawlinson Centre. The evening Gala launched the website that will serve as the home of the Virtual Hall of Fame providing information on its first five inductees. The 2014 inductees have made a significant impact on the Arts in Prince Albert, and have left us the legacy on which to build. The public can explore and read about the five inaugural inductees on the Prince Albert Arts Hall of Fame website. John Victor Hicks -- A poet since the 1930s, Hicks published his first volume of poetry in 1978, quickly gaining distinction in Canadian literary circles. He became a regular fixture at the Prince Albert Arts Centre, where he served as a mentor for aspiring artists. Hicks was rewarded an honorary doctorate in literature from the University of Saskatchewan and the Saskatchewan Order of Merit. Bernice Sayese -- The 2002 Prince Albert Citizen of the Year, Sayese was recognized for her contributions to society. She devoted her life to countless community organizations that served the Prince Albert community; including a central role in helping the city’s less fortunate. Sayese was inducted into the Council of Women Hall of Fame and the West Flat Community Centre was re-named the Bernice Sayese Centre in her honour. Margo Fournier -- A legendary figure in Prince Albert immortalized by the naming of her namesake multipurpose recreation centre. Margo Fournier is well known for her life work of fostering musical and athletic talents in many generations of Prince Albertyouth. She was named 1964’s Prince Albert Citizen of the Year, and in 1983 was made a Member of the Order of Canada. Ed Rawlinson – Founder of Rawlco Radio – Rawlinson served in various organizations in Prince Albert. The estate of Ed Rawlinson has donated more than $1 million dollars toward helping the community build the E. A. Rawlinson Centre, which opened 10 years ago and bears his name. Annabel Taylor - From 1987 to 1998, Taylor worked in the arts department at the SIAST Woodland Campus. Taylor also volunteered in various capacities related to the Prince Albert arts community – in 1990 awarded the prestigious Saskatchewan Volunteer Recognition Award for Culture. The Prince Albert Arts Hall of Fame respectfully ackowledges individuals who have contributed to the arts in Prince Albert and area. Inductees for the Arts Hall of Fame can be a Supporter of the Arts, Builder of the Arts or an contributing artist. Guidelines and criteria for future nominations will be be posted on the website in the New Year. Page 1 City of Prince Albert, Community Services Department E-PROGRAM UPDATE October, 2014 Alfred Jenkins Field House 2787 - 10th Avenue West, Prince Albert Phone: 306-953-4989 REGISTER NOW FOR AJFH KIDS PROGRAMS red - #187 (C0 M93 Y82 K16) yellow - #145 (C0 M42 Y100 K0) (darkest) to 144 (C0 M40 Y95 K0) to white black New Programs offered for kids at the Alfred Jenkins Field House. The City of Prince Albert website has the AJFH Program Brochure has full details on program information Learn to Climb III (ages 6-9 years) Weds, Nov. 12 - Dec 17th / 5:00 - 6:00 pm Learn to Climb IV (ages 10-14 yrs) Weds, Nov. 12 - Dec. 17th / 6:00 - 7:00 pm Soccer for Tots II (Thurs AM) (ages 3-5 yrs) Thurs. Nov 6 - Dec 11th / 10:00 -10:30 AM Soccer for Tots II (Thurs PM) (ages 3-5 yrs) Thurs. Nov 6 - Dec 11th / 4:30 -5:00 PM Soccer for Tots II (Tues AM) (ages 3-5 yrs) Tues. Nov 4 - Dec 16th / 10:00 -10:30 AM Soccer for Tots II (Tues PM) (ages 3-5 yrs) Tues. Nov 4 - Dec 16th / 4:30 -5:00 PM DROP IN PROGRAM FOR TODDLERS - $2.00/child Toddler Turf Time (ages 0-5 yrs) Mon’s. & Wed’s, (ongoing) 10 am - 12 pm Drop in $2.00/child Planning a BIRTHDAY PARTY this fall? • ROCK CLIMBING • GYMNASIUM • VIDEO-MANIA - CALL 306-953-4989 Book an AJFH Birthday Party! Easy, fun & awesome for everyone! OCTOBER 2014 WALKING & JOGGING SCHEDULE The general public is welcome to walk and/or jog on the upper deck of the Art Hauser Centre free of charge during designated times as shown on the posted monthly schedules. Click here to access the OCTOBER Monthly schedule on the City’s website. ART HAUSER CENTRE 690 (b) - 32nd Street East (306) 953-4848 HOCKEY SEASON IS BACK Bookings are now being accepted for open ice times at the Art Hauser Centre. For bookings, contact the Art Hauser Centre Office 306-953-4848 during regular office hours Monday to Friday – 8 am – 4:45 pm. Page 2 City of Prince Albert, Community Services Department E-PROGRAM UPDATE October, 2014 ree Weekly Open Art Studio Time F for Youth (10-14 yrs) & Girls (15+) at the PA Arts Centre, 1010 Central Avenue The following two FREE Open Art Studio Times have been made possible with funding from the Community Grant Program, sponsored by the PA Council for the Arts. This is a free “come and go” open art studio program designed for drop in participants. Pre-registration is not required, however, we do appreciate knowing attendance numbers for preparation purposes. Please call: 306-953-4811. After School Open Art Studio (Ages 10 - 14 yrs) Fee – FREE Instructor – Kim Kozun Ongoing every Wednesday until November 26 (4:00 – 6:00 pm) This Afterschool Open Art Studio time is designed for self-motivated young people 10 - 14 yrs, who are interested in art. Materials are provided and a variety of media will be explored. Direction will be provided for those students wanting it. Open Art Studio for Girls (Ages 15+) Fee – FREE Instructor – Kim Kozun Ongoing every Wednesday until November 26 (6:30 - 9:00 pm) This Open Art Studio for Girls is designed for self-motivated young women providing the opportunity to work on their own art with motivated guidance by Kim Kozun. Some materials provided. PRINCE ALBERT ARTS CENTRE 1010 Central Ave. Prince Albert, Sask. rts and cultural activities are important to the intellectual and emotional development of children and youth; however, not all kids get a chance to participate. Creative Kids is a charitable program that funds Saskatchewan children who want to take music and dance lessons, learn to paint or act, speak a family language, explore different cultures, find out about their heritage, study dinosaur bones or join a number of other creative pursuits in their community. We fund arts, heritage, multicultural and Aboriginal activities for families facing financial barriers. Up to $750 per child, per year is available for children aged 4 - 19. Most families approved for funding have gross annual incomes of less than $40,000, although families with higher incomes have been supported depending on individual circumstances. Applications are assessed individually primarily on a family’s financial need. Youth living independently may also apply. For additional information contact: Crystal Clarke Box 280, Prince Albert, SK S6V 5R5 Ph: (306)953-0024 Fax: (306)953-1624 Email:[email protected] www.creativekidssask.ca Dream Brokers work within selected schools and are committed to initiating and sustaining the participation of children & youth in new or existing community programs that are either: sport, culture or recreation. A Dream Broker’s role is to work with families to help remove potential barriers to participation: registration fees, transportation/ equipment costs. For additional information please visit the Dream Broker website or contact a Prince Albert Dream Broker: http://www. sasksport.sk.ca/dreambrokers UPCOMING Childrens programs: Basic (Strum) Guitar 10-14 yrs / Mondays, Oct 27 - Nov 17 / 5:30 - 6:45 pm Creative Writing - Ages 10-14 yrs / Weds Oct 1 - 22 / 6:30 - 7:30 pm Curious about Clay (Saturdays) 6-9 yrs / Oct 4 - Nov 8 / 3:30 - 4:30 pm Curious about Clay (Wednesdays) 6-9 yrs / Oct 8 - Nov 12 / 5:30 - 6:30 pm Intro to Handbuilding (Clay) 10-14 yrs Oct 8 - Nov 12 7-8:30 pm Clay Creations - 10-14 yrs / Mondays, Oct 27 - Dec 1 / 5:30 -7 pm Boondoggle Bracelets II - 7-13 yrs / Tues. Oct 29 / 6-7:30 pm Prince Albert Dream Brokers: Marion Conway - District Dream Broker: W.F.A. Turgeon, John Diefenbaker & Princess Margret. (306) 763-1616, Fax: (306)953-1624 Email: [email protected] UPCOMING Adult programs: Page 3 A PHONE: 953-4811 Fondant Cake Decorating - Tues. Oct 7-28 / 7:15 - 9:15 pm Pottery - Mostly Mugs - Thurs. Oct 23 - Nov 27 / 6-9 pm Secrets to the Artistic You I - Sat. Oct 4 / 10 am - 4 pm Preparation for Painting - Sun. Oct 26 / 2-4 pm Photography - The Visual Aspect I - Thurs. Oct 30 - Nov 27 - 7-9 pm Soul Art Session (full day) - Sat. Oct 18 / 10 am - 4:30 pm Watercolor Introduction - Sat. Oct 4 / 10 am - 4 pm Watercolor Composition - Sat. Oct 18 / 10 am - 4 pm Watercolor Landscapes - Sat. Oct 25 / 10 am - 4 pm Building a future of creativity! Morgan Wolff - W.J. Berezowsky School Dream Broker: (306) 763-4434 Email: [email protected] St. John Community School Dream Broker: (306) 953-7536 PA ARTS CENTRE HOURS OF OPERATION Monday - Thursday: 9:00 am - 9:00 pm Friday: 9:00 am - 12 noon and 1:30 to 5:00 pm ; Saturday: 10:00 am - 4:30 pm; Sunday: 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm Stat Holidays: - CLOSED PRE-REGISTRATION/PRE-PAYMENT is required for all programs taking place at the Prince Albert Arts Centre. You can pre-register in person or mail a registration form (available on the City of Prince Albert website) to the PA ARTS CENTRE, 1010 Central Avenue, Prince Albert, SK. S6V 1B9 City of Prince Albert, Community Services Department E-PROGRAM UPDATE October, 2014 Community Sport, Arts and Recreation Events If you have an upcoming non-profit community sport, art or recreation event that you would like to include in our monthly newsletter, please send an email to [email protected]. Due to limited space, information may be edited. Free FLIP (Ages 6 and Under) Location: 1150 3rd Ave West (the big yellow building at the foot of the bridge). It’s Fun to Learn Interactive Play with your children. Dates: Tuesdays 1:00-3:00 and Fridays 9:30-11:30 Nov. 4th – April 28th (excluding holidays & club event days) Call 306-922-4812 www.paaerials.ca Come play in Prince Albert’s largest indoor playground! Make friends and learn fun new ways to move. One adult caregiver for every 3 children on the floor Max 40 children on the floor – based on 1st come 1st serve. No charge – must sign in upon arrival. “Brought to you by: City of Prince Albert, First Nations University of Canada, Improving Health for Children, Lakeland District for Sport Culture and Recreation, Prince Albert Parkland Health Region and The Prince Albert Gymnastics Club” MEND SK (Mind, Exercise, Nutrition ... Do it!) • • • • Mend 2-4 is a FREE healthy Lifestyle program for children 2 to 4 and their families. ____________________________________________ 10 sessions of fun family activities information and active play to help you and your children lead fitter, happier, healthier lives. Learn fun ways to introduce new foods and add variety. Learn how to read and understand food labels and ingredients. Meet other parents! Fall sessions start September 29th at the Alfred Jenkins Field House. Please note that there are still space left in both MEND programs. MEND 7-13 is partnering with Community Kitchens as well and will be offering a free supper along with fun activities around nutrition and physical activity. To register or for more information, call Janet at 306-922-2244 Email: [email protected] Page 4 City of Prince Albert, Community Services Department FALL/WINTER HOURS OF OPERATION PRINCE ALBERT HISTORICAL MUSEUM Starting October 16, OPEN Thursday Afternoons 1 - 4 pm The current exhibition WORLD WAR I GALLERY/DISPLAY will remain up until November 14 If you wish to tour the Museum/archives outside of these hours, please call 306-764-2992 to make arrangements. E-PROGRAM UPDATE October, 2014 Community Sport, Arts and Recreation Events If you have an upcoming non-profit community sport, art or recreation event that you would like to include in our monthly newsletter, please send an email to [email protected]. Due to limited space, information may be edited. DIEFENBAKER THEATRE at the E.A. RAWLINSON CENTRE for the Arts OCTOBER EVENTS - MANN ART GALLERY Visit the Mann Art Gallery website for more information about exhibitions and special events. • Current Main Gallery Exhibit Urbanisms III The National Indian Leg Wrestling League of North America Curated by: Michel Boutin & Judy McNaughton September 17 - October 24, 2014 OCTOBER EVENTS - DIEFENBAKER THEATRE Visit the E.A. Rawlinson Centre website to review performance information & to purchase tickets on-line. • Herman’s Hermits Starting Peter Noone October 2 / 7:30 PM • Harland Williams with Guest Dan Quinn October 3 /8:00 PM • Midnight Roses • Current Project Gallery Exhibit Northern Image Photographers September 26 - October 26, 2014 The Mann Art Gallery | 142 – 12th Street West | Prince Albert [p] (306) 763-7080 | [f] (306) 763-7838 | [e] [email protected] | [w] www.mannartgallery.ca Hours of Operation: Monday to Friday 10 am - 6 pm Saturday and Sunday: Closed October 4 / 7:30 PM • Fred Eaglesmith and the Travelling Steam Show October 5 /7:30 PM • Vishten October 8 /7:30 PM • Angele Dubeau and La Pieta Open Rehearsal October 15 / 5:00 - 6:00 PM • A Time for Us with Angele Dubeau and La Pieta Currently on display at the JOHN V. HICKS GALLERY PA Arts Centre, 1010 Central Avenue. FREE ADMISSION • Time Toutant 1010 STUDIO Recent work of artists from the 1010 Studio. Dates: October 4 - 23 • The Trial of Louis Riel John V. Hicks Gallery exhibitions are coordinated by the PA Council for the Arts. October 15 / 7:30 PM • Toopy and Binoo October 28 / 6:30 PM October 29 / 7:30 PM October 30 / 7:30 PM Page 5 City of Prince Albert, Community Services Department Monday to Friday 9:00 am to 9:00 pm; Friday 9:00 am to 12 noon and 1:30 to 5:00 pm, Saturday 10:00 am to 4:30 pm and Sunday 1:00 to 4:30 pm E-PROGRAM UPDATE October, 2014
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