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Mid-Sunmessages

SEPTEMBER 2020

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We support your desire to lead a full, active and healthy life with independent and assisted living and our revolutionary United Minds (memory care) options. Rental and life lease available. At United, we are transforming the experience of aging.

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We support your desire to lead a full, active and healthy life with independent and assisted living and our revolutionary United Minds (memory care) options. Rental and life lease available.

At United, we are transforming the experience of aging.

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Book a free, no obligation tour today.




Space for Living


Macleo

d Trail

Stoney Trail / 22x

Fish Creek Park

Canyon Meadows Dr


We support your desire to lead a full, active and healthy life with independent and assisted living and our revolutionary United Minds (memory care) options. Rental and life lease available. At United, we are transforming the experience of aging.

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Drop-In PickleballDrop-In PickleballDrop-in pickleball has been cancelled and will return in the future.

Please consider registering for Friday pickleball lessons to enhance your game. All lessons will be taught by Kevin Doucet, who is a level 5.0 player with 3 national titles.

What: 5 weeks of 1.5-hour lessonsWhere: Mid-Sun East Gym (3 courts)Cost: $75 (those with a valid MSCA Membership will receive a $10 discount).Maximum: 12 players

Intermediate (Level 2.5 to 3.0)Friday, 10:30 am to 12:00 pm October 2 to 30

Advancing Beginner (Level 2.0)Friday, 12:15 to 1:45 pm October 2 to 30

Intermediate Plus (Level 3.0+)Friday, 10:30 am to 12:00 pm (East Gym)November 6 to December 4

Beginner (Level 0.5 to 1.5)Friday, 12:15 to 1:45 pm (East Gym)November 6 to December 4

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MID-SUN 50+ Fall 2020 Active Living ProgramsStarting October 2020

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday SundayExperienced Line

Dance 9:30 – 10:45am

Pickleball Lessons

10:30 - 12:00pm

Worth the Weight 9:30 – 10:30am

CLOSED

Morning

50+ Yoga 10:00 - 11:00am

50+ Yoga 10:00 - 11:00am

Pilates for You 10:45 - 11:45am

Art Workshops 10:00 - 1:00pm

50+ Fit and Fab 10:30 – 11:30am

50+ Fit and Fab 10:30 – 11:30am

Beginner Watercolour

10:30 - 12:30pm

Advanced Watercolour

10:30 - 1:00pm

Acrylic Painting 11:00 - 1:30pm

Meditation Techniques

11:00 - 12:00pm

LunchBeginner Line

Dance 12:00 – 1:00pm

Zumba Gold 12:00 – 1:00pm

Pickleball Lessons

12:15 - 1:45pm

Pilates for You 12:30 - 1:30pm

Afternoon50+ Gentle Chair

Workout 2:00 - 3:00pm

50+ Gentle Seated Yoga 2:00 - 3:00pm

50+ Seated Strength

2:00 - 3:00pm

Youth Painting

4:30 - 6:00pm

Yoga at Your Level

6:15 - 7:15pm

EveningWorth The

Weight 6:30 - 7:30pm

Yoga at Your Level

7:30 – 8:30pm

Worth The Weight Getting Started 7:30 - 8:30pm

Intermediate Watercolour 7:30 - 9:30pm

Chill-Out Workshops

7:30 - 9:00pm

Relax and Recharge Yoga 8:00 – 9:00pm

For more information or to register, please visit https://www.midsun.org/online-registration/ call 403 254 8058 or email [email protected]

Fall 2020 Active Living ProgramsStarting October 2020

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday SundayExperienced Line

Dance 9:30 – 10:45am

Pickleball Lessons

10:30 - 12:00pm

Worth the Weight 9:30 – 10:30am

CLOSED

Morning

50+ Yoga 10:00 - 11:00am

50+ Yoga 10:00 - 11:00am

Pilates for You 10:45 - 11:45am

Art Workshops 10:00 - 1:00pm

50+ Fit and Fab 10:30 – 11:30am

50+ Fit and Fab 10:30 – 11:30am

Beginner Watercolour

10:30 - 12:30pm

Advanced Watercolour

10:30 - 1:00pm

Acrylic Painting 11:00 - 1:30pm

Meditation Techniques

11:00 - 12:00pm

LunchBeginner Line

Dance 12:00 – 1:00pm

Zumba Gold 12:00 – 1:00pm

Pickleball Lessons

12:15 - 1:45pm

Pilates for You 12:30 - 1:30pm

Afternoon50+ Gentle Chair

Workout 2:00 - 3:00pm

50+ Gentle Seated Yoga 2:00 - 3:00pm

50+ Seated Strength

2:00 - 3:00pm

Youth Painting

4:30 - 6:00pm

Yoga at Your Level

6:15 - 7:15pm

EveningWorth The

Weight 6:30 - 7:30pm

Yoga at Your Level

7:30 – 8:30pm

Worth The Weight Getting Started 7:30 - 8:30pm

Intermediate Watercolour 7:30 - 9:30pm

Chill-Out Workshops

7:30 - 9:00pm

Relax and Recharge Yoga 8:00 – 9:00pm

For more information or to register, please visit https://www.midsun.org/online-registration/ call 403 254 8058 or email [email protected]


PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

Although I do love summer, I also enjoy September, with the temperatures cooling off, and life getting back to its usual routine - although I’m not sure that ‘usual’ is the right word to describe anything about this year.

Of course, our big excitement in the community this month is the playground build on Sunlake Road, sched-uled for September 21 to 28. This is such an accomplish-ment for our amazing playground committee, and I can’t thank them, or the numerous sponsors, enough. Thank you, thank you, thank you.

We are also excited about the reopening of our Out of School Care program, which closed in March when the schools shut down. The staff have gone to great lengths to ensure a safe and enjoyable environment. We also have our programs starting up with strict adherence to the AHS guidelines. See our website for more information.

I’m sorry to report that our VP, Rick Cunningham, has re-signed from the board due to some personal issues. Rick was a dedicated member of the board this past year; we

will all miss him and sure wish him all the best. Many thanks to Wayne Hewitt, who volunteered to take over Rick’s position on the Ops Committee and to Devin Elkin for stepping into the VP role until our AGM in November.

Speaking of the AGM, please give some thought to join-ing our board. We really are a fun group; we meet once a month and going forward, we will have the option of meeting in person or online. We need a Vice President and are also looking for someone to take on a new Di-rector position as a Business Liaison to see what we can do to support businesses in our community. Any inter-est or questions, please contact me.

And, finally, in some personally wonderful news, my husband and I are thrilled that our daughter, her hus-band, and two children have recently purchased a house in Sundance and will live about an 8-minute walk from us! Not that we’d stalk them or anything, but if they are drinking wine or having fun without us… we’ll know!

All for now. Hope you all have an excellent September.

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MID-SUN COMMUNITY CENTRE

Fall 2020RECREATION PROGRAMS

Be Active this Fall!Stay active, meet your neighbours and have fun in a sanitized and physically distanced environment. Our programs are for everyone from any community in Calgary and the surrounding area. We are an inclusive facility and partner with Between Friends and Alberta Health Service. We strive to accommodate all participants to the best of our ability. Please phone us at 403-254-8058 or email Caroline at [email protected] to see if a program is right for you.

Each program varies in capacity to provide a quality experience, sanitized equipment, safety, and costs. Most active programs have been moved into our large gym to provide you with ample physical distancing.

All programs run for 10 classes, unless otherwise specified, and start in October.

All times, dates, and schedules are subject to change.

Please view our website for the most recent, up to date information:http://www.midsun.org/online-registration/.

There will be no in-person registration in order to limit the number of people in our building. If you cannot register online/phone, please call or email Caroline to book a time to visit the Centre.

As of September 1, 2020, the Mid-Sun Community Centre is providing building access to registered Out of School Care families, registered program participants, and Long-Term Renter groups only. If you must speak with someone at the Centre, we encourage you to phone rather than dropping in.

Registration closes 5 days before the program start date. Please register earl,y as there will be no further opportunities to register after the program starts.

Refund and credit policies with updated COVID-19 information can be found on our website, www.midsun.org. We highly encourage all participants to review these new policies prior to registering online and over the phone.

Please bring you own water; our water fountains are not accessible at this time.

A Community Membership is available for $20 to all residents of Midnapore and Sundance. You will receive member pricing ($5 to $10 off regular pric-es) on all programs from July 1, 2020, until June 30, 2021. To inquire about a membership or to renew, please call 403-254-8058.

Registration starts on Wednesday, September 9, at 7:00 am online at https://www.midsun.org/online-registration/ and 9:30 am over the phone.

NEWS FROM THE MIDNAPORE LAKE RESIDENTS ASSOCIATION

Youth Programs and WorkshopsYouth basketball, badminton, and dodgeball are cancelled for Fall 2020. We will re-examine our ability to run these programs for Winter 2021.

YOUTH CREATIVE ART PROGRAMSArtists age 14+ are welcome to register for Adult Creative Art workshops.

Programs have been modified to al-low you to feel comfortable and safe as you reconnect to your painting, instructors and friends. Changes for programs are as follows:•A reduced number of registration

spots are available to ensure physi-cal distancing. Our maximum is now 9 instead of 12. •Tables have been re-arranged to

provide increased personal space.•A mask is required to be worn; this

requirement may change in the future.•Modified teaching formats will be

used to ensure physical distancing. This means that instructors will maintain a 2-meter distance and no longer demonstrate on your canvas or fix your work themselves.•All borrowed palettes, brushes

and water containers are sanitized before use.

Youth Acrylic Painting(Age 6 to 18)Wednesday, 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm (Meeting Room)October 7 to December 16 (no class on November 11) 10 classes, Instructor: AlexandreCost: $135 M $145 NM (Maximum 9)

Learn how to create a masterpiece from start to finish while exploring a wide range of subjects, including animals and landscapes. Each artist will receive physical distanced indi-vidual attention, lots of practice and encouragement on every project. These classes develop creativity and provide a solid sense of achieve-ment for everyone. No experience is required and all levels are welcome. Alexandre will work with each artist at their own level.

Physical distancing will be re-spected in each class, with at least 2 metres of space between each artist. A mask is required to be worn; this requirement may change in the future.

We highly encourage you to pur-chase supplies for your artist (paint, brushes, palette, and water con-tainer). The cost will be around $45. Please email Caroline at [email protected] for a detailed list and pictures of the supplies needed and where to find them.

Sanitized Supplies (paint, palette, water container, brushes) can be provided by the instructor for $20 for the entire 10-week session. A canvas is not included in this ser-vice. This $20 is paid directly to the instructor, not through the Commu-nity Centre.

Youth Painting Workshop: Wolf (Age 7 -14)

Saturday, October 17, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm (Meeting Room) Instructor: AlexandreCost $30 M $35 NM(Maximum 9)

Get ready for Halloween! This is a su-per cool project that looks amazing and is a blast to paint! This work-shop will provide ample personal space and attention, encourage-ment, and lots of creativity for a great Saturday morning activity. Acrylic paint, brushes, a palette, a water container, and a canvas will be provided for each artist. You are welcome to bring your own supplies if you have them. A mask is required to be worn; this requirement may change in the future.

Please Note: Workshops are transfer-able to another artist and refundable with a doctor’s note.

Youth Painting Workshop: Winter Bird (Age 7 to 14)

Saturday, December 5, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm (Meeting Room) Instructor: Alexandre

Cost $30 M $35 NM(Maximum 9)

Painting a Cardinal is a bold and inspiring project. This workshop will provide ample personal space and attention, encouragement, and lots of creativity for a great Satur-day morning activity. Acrylic paint, brushes, a palette, a water con-tainer, and a canvas will be provided for each artist. You are welcome to bring your own supplies if you have them. A mask is required to be worn; this requirement may change in the future.


Adult Creative Art ProgramsPrograms have been enhanced to allow you to feel comfortable, safe, and reconnected to your painting, instructors, and friends. Changes for both Watercolor and Acrylic programs are as follows:•A reduced number of registration

spots are available to ensure social distancing. Our maximum is now 9 instead of 12. •Tables have been re-arranged to

provide increased personal space.•A mask is required to be worn; this

requirement may change in the future. •Modified teaching formats will be

used to ensure physical distanc-ing. This means that instructors will maintain a 2-meter distance and no longer demonstrate on your paper/canvas or fix your work themselves. This also means you will not gather as a group at the front of the room for instruc-tion.

Acrylic Painting with Alexandre New 2.5-Hour ClassWednesday, 11:00 am to 1:30 pm (Meeting Room)October 7 to December 16 (no class on November 11)10 classes Instructor: Alexander Cost: $230 M $240 NM (supplies are not included) (Maximum 9)

This is a great opportunity to start, refresh and enhance your acrylic painting skills! Alexandre will provide physically distanced individual attention to everyone, making suggestions about personal projects and how to progress and sharpen your skills in this inspiring self-paced class. All levels are wel-come. A supply list will be provided at registration. A mask is required to be worn; this requirement may change in the future.

Acrylic Painting Workshop: Fall Colours (Age 14+)

Saturday, October 3, 10:00 am to 1:00 pm (Meeting Room) Instructor: AlexandreCost $30 M $35 NM(Minimum 6 – Maximum 9)

Painting fall colours using acrylic paints is a bold and inspiring proj-ect. This workshop is for everyone who would like to learn about and improve painting techniques in a respectful physically distanced environment. Previous acrylic paint-ing experience is recommended for this self-paced experience where all artists will receive ample individual attention, suggestions and skill enhancement. Please bring your own supplies, and an 8”X10” canvas. A supply list will be provided at registration or pay $10 cash to the instructor to receive paint and a canvas, and borrow brushes, a pal-ette, and a water container. A mask is required to be worn; this require-ment may change in the future.


Acrylic Painting Workshop: Winter Mountain Landscape (Age 14+)


Saturday, November 21, 10:00 am to 1:00 pm (Meeting Room) Instructor: AlexandreCost $30 M $35 NM(Minimum 6 – Maximum 9)

Painting winter colours using acrylic paints is a subtle and inspiring project. This workshop is for every-one who would like to learn about and improve painting techniques in a respectful socially distanced environment. Previous acrylic paint-ing experience is recommended for this self-paced experience where all artists will receive ample individual attention, suggestions and skill en-hancement. Please bring your own supplies, an 8”X10” canvas. A supply list will be provided at registration or pay $10 cash to receive paint and a canvas, and borrow brushes, a pal-ette, and a water container. A mask is required to be worn; this require-ment may change in the future.


Crochet for Total Beginners, Advancing Beginners, Intermediate LevelCrochet programs are cancelled and will return in the future.

Watercolour Painting for Total Beginners Workshop (ages 14+)

Saturday, November 7, 10:00 am to 1:00 pm (Meeting Room) Instructor: AlexandreCost $35 M $40 NM(Maximum 9)

Have you always wanted to try watercolour painting? This is the workshop for you! No previous painting experience is required, just the desire to try something new in a fun and informal environ-ment. Learn how to mix colours, experiment with brush strokes, and understand watercolour techniques while creating a great first project flower. All supplies and paper will be provided. A mask is required to be worn; this requirement may change in the future.

Watercolour Painting for Beginners Thursday, 10:30 am to 12:30 pm (Meeting Room)October 8 to December 1010 classes Instructor: Gabriele Cost: $185 M $195 NM (provide your own supplies) (Maximum 9) Start your exploration of this exciting style of painting with demonstrations and how-to’s by Calgary artist Gabriele Vogt-Lynch. Each class includes a group lesson followed by socially distanced individual attention to complete a project. All levels of experience are welcome in this relaxed and supportive class. One large sheet of watercolour paper is included. A supply list will be provided with your confirmed registration. A mask is required to be worn; this require-ment may change in the future.

Note: Please register early as this pro-gram fills the day registration opens.

Watercolour Painting: Intermediate Thursday, 7:30 to 9:30 pm (Meeting Room)October 8 to December 1010 classes Instructor: Gabriele Cost: $185 M $195 NM (provide your own supplies)(Maximum 9)

Continue your watercolour painting journey in a relaxed and inspir-ing atmosphere. Each class will contain a group lesson and socially distanced individual attention to complete a project. One large sheet of watercolour paper is included. A mask is required to be worn; this requirement may change in the future.

Prerequisite: Previous Beginner Watercolour class with Gabriele rec-ommended. Please contact Caroline at [email protected] to confirm if this program is right for you.

Watercolour Painting: Advanced Friday, 10:30 am to 1:00 pm (Meeting Room)October 9 to December 1110 classes Instructor: GabrieleCost: $213 M $223 NM (provide your own supplies)(Maximum 9)

Expand your artistic potential in a relaxed and supportive environ-ment. Bring your ideas and benefit from the guidance of Calgary artist Gabriele Vogt-Lynch. Strong experience in watercolour paint-ing is required, preferably having completed the Beginner and Inter-mediate classes with Gabriele. One large sheet of watercolour paper is included. A mask is required to be

worn in this program. A mask is re-quired to be worn; this requirement may change in the future.

Adult Fitness ProgramsBeginner Line Dancing (level 1) Monday, 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm (Midnapore Studio)October 5 to December 1410 classes (no class on October 12) Instructor: JulianCost: $75 M $85 NM (Minimum 5 – Maximum 8)

Would you like to add some fun to your fitness? Line dancing is the answer! Each dance is simple, repetitive, and taught in a progres-sive manner. Starting with a full body warm up, you will be walked through each dance, with music gradually added in. Each class ends with cool down and stretching. Its not just country music you’ll dance to; you’ll enjoy a variety of styles! This is a self-paced class and includes access to YouTube videos for you to practice at home. Improve your balance, concentra-tion, strength and coordination in a supportive and welcoming environ-ment.

Experienced Line Dancing (level 2) Tuesday, 9:30 to 10:45 am (Midnapore Studio)October 6 to December 810 classesInstructor: JulianCost: $100 M $110 NM (Minimum 5 – Maximum 8)

Build on what you have learned in the Beginner class! A number of new dances are taught with even

more fun to be had! Instructor Julian will continue the easy learn-ing, supportive emails and YouTube videos in the next step in your Line Dance journey.

Prerequisite: Beginner Line Dance Level 1 or previous experience

Power Walking HourMonday, 12:00 to 1:00 pm (Gym)October 5 to December 14 (no walking on October 12)10 weeksCost: $10 M(Maximum 12)

The Power Walking hour is an op-portunity for purposeful walking in a safe environment. No mask is needed when doing high intensity activity, however we do require you to wear a mask in our foyer when entering and exiting the gym. Physical distancing of 2-metres is required at all times when walking and in the lobby. Please bring clean indoor shoes and your own water.

Pickleball (Drop-In)Drop-In Pickleball has been can-celled and will return in the future. Please consider registering for Friday pickleball lessons to enhance your game.

Pickleball Lessons on FridaysHere is your opportunity to enhance your pickleball game in a fun and physically distanced environment with Kevin Doucet, who is a level 5.0 coach with 3 national titles. The descriptions below show the skills you will learn in each set of lessons. Three courts, a ball machine, balls and paddles (if needed) are provid-ed. Please bring clean indoor shoes, layers (the gym is 17 degrees), and a water bottle.

Please contact Caroline at [email protected] if you are unsure what level to register in.

Intermediate (Level 2.5 to 3.0)Friday, 10:30 am to 12:00 pm (East Gym)October 2 to 30 (5 Lessons)Instructor: KevinCost: $75 (residents with a valid MSCA Membership receive a $10 discount)(Maximum 12)

•Shot consistency (overheads, block volleys, service returns)•Intermediate level tactics•Positioning in combination with

your partner•Foot movement•Ready positioning•Condition games are used towards

the end of class time to reinforce your technique changes.

Advancing Beginner (Level 2.0)Friday, 12:15 to 1:45 pm (East Gym)October 2 to 30 (5 Lessons)Instructor: KevinCost: $75 (residents with a valid MSCA Membership receive a $10 discount)(Maximum 12)•Developing consistency •Introduction to third shot drops•Kitchen line play•Basic volley technique •Blocking volleys•Improving foot movement•Overhead and lobs

Intermediate Plus (Level 3.0+)Friday, 10:30 am to 12:00 pm (East Gym)November 6 to December 4 (5 Lessons) Instructor: KevinCost: $75 (residents with a valid MSCA Membership receive a $10 discount)(Maximum 12)

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Advanced serving techniques.•Attacking volleys•Third shot drops•Advanced kitchen play•Eliminating errors•Game tactics•Condition games are used towards

the end of class to reinforce the technique changes

Beginner (Level 0.5 to 1.5)Friday, 12:15 to 1:45 pm (East Gym)November 6 to December 4 (5 Lessons) Instructor: KevinCost: $75 (residents with a valid MSCA Membership receive a $10 discount)(Maximum 12)

•Grip•Swing structure, forehand and

backhand •Serving practice, rules, technique •Foundational game rules•Basic drop shots•Basic game tactics

Pilates for You (Friday Morning)Friday, 10:45 to 11:45 am (West Gym)October 9 to December 1110 classes Instructor: CarolineCost: $100 M $110 NM(Minimum 6 – Maximum 16)And/Or

Pilates for You (Wednesday afternoon)Friday, 12:30 to 1:30 pm (West Gym)October 7 to December 1610 classes (no class on November 11)Instructor: BlankaCost: $100 M $110 NM(Minimum 6 – Maximum 16)

Would you like to tighten your tummy, tone your booty, and in-

crease your flexibility? Pilates is the answer! This class is taught lying on a padded mat and includes a gentle warm up to mobilize your spine and release your hips. Learn specific moderate exercises to strengthen the transverses abdominals and improve your posture. Each class is taught at your personal level so you progress naturally each week and never feel left out. All levels of fitness are welcome, no judgments here!

Please note: This program is offered in the gym to provide ample physical distancing. Please dress in warm layers as the gym is a slightly cool environment at 17 degrees.

Worth the Weight Tuesday, 6:30 to 7:30 pm (Gym)October 6 to December 1511 classesInstructor: KaleyCost: $110 M $120 NM(Minimum 6 – Maximum 25)

One of the most important parts of a fitness routine is weight training. Starting with a cardio warm up, use weights, medicine balls, ladder, steps, body weight and more for a total body workout. Each workout is designed to create lean, strong muscles, burn calories, and boost your metabolism. Every workout ends with a cool down, core work and stretching. Previous experience with Boot Camp style workouts is suggested.

This program is offered in the gym to provide ample physical distanc-ing. Please dress in layers as the gym is a slightly cool environment at 17 degrees.

Equipment is sanitized before use and will be assigned to you for the duration of the class and not shared between participants.

Worth the Weight: Getting Started Wednesday, 7:30 pm to 8:30 pm (Midnapore Studio)October 7 to December 1610 classes (no class on November 11)Instructor: Teresa Cost: $100 M $110 NM(Minimum 5 – Maximum 8)

Worth the Weight: Getting Started is the perfect introduction to total body strengthening. Each class will start with a warmup and introduce exercises that use weights, bands, balls, and other equipment. You will learn how to do each exercise safely with correct form, all in a support-ive and self-paced way. Each class ends with core work and stretching. Never feel left out or confused in this class! Do it for YOU!

Weights are sanitized before use and will be assigned to you for the duration of the class and not shared between participants.

Weekend Worth the Weight – Small Group TrainingSaturday, 9:30 to 10:30 am (Midnapore Studio)October 3 to December 1210 classes (no class on October 10)Instructor: KaleyCost: $110 M $120NM(Minimum 5 – Maximum 8)

Crank up your weekend with a total body workout! Lots of cardio and a fresh new weight workout each week will super energize your Saturday. Starting with a progres-sive warm up, this self-paced class challenges you to gain strength, cardiovascular fitness and flexibility. Use hand weights and other equip-ment for an awesome workout! Each class ends with core work and stretching. Previous experience with Boot Camp style workouts is suggested.


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Equipment is sanitized before use and will be assigned to you for the duration of the class and not shared between athletes

ADULT YOGA PROGRAMSPlease see 50+ Yoga for more program options.

Teachers may choose to use essen-tial oils to enhance your experience. Please share any sensitivities you may have with your teacher.

Bolsters, straps, and foam blocks will not be used for this program. Op-tions will be provided and you are welcome to bring your own props.

Relax and Recharge Yoga Tuesday, 8:00 to 9:00 pm (Gym)October 6 to December 1511 classesInstructor: CarolineCost: $110 M $120 NM(Minimum 5 – Maximum 18)

Looking for a great recharge? Treat yourself to a calming yoga experi-ence that includes lengthening stretches in a meditative environ-ment. The entire class is spent lying on a padded mat enjoying delight-fully relaxing yoga positions. Each position is held up to 5 minutes to gain therapeutic benefits and the ultimate chill out experience. Individual physically distanced attention is provided by Caroline to ensure that everyone feels as comfortable as possible. No experi-ence required. This is a great class for men. Please provide your own yoga mat; we will provide you with a sanitized padded mat.

This program is offered in the gym to provide ample physically distanc-ing. Please dress in warm layers as

the gym is a slightly cool environ-ment at 17 degrees.

Bolsters, straps, and foam blocks will not be used for this program.

Meditation Techniques Thursday, 11:00 am to 12:00 pm (online with Zoom)October 1 to December 310 classesInstructor: Lindsay (500-hour Reg-istered Yoga Teacher, artist, singer)Cost: $50 M $60 NM(Minimum 10)

Are you curious about medita-tion and interested in learning the benefits? Meditation is the practised skill of choosing to stay present and aware instead of being distracted by the multitude of thoughts we all have. Lindsay will teach you ways to do this, and enhance your experi-ence with music and voice. Medita-tion is a skill that helps us to relax and get to sleep easier.

Comfort is important and we have shifted to an online presentation of this popular program to provide you the opportunity to relax and learn in your own home.

Yoga at Your Level Wednesday 6:15 to 7:15 pm Midnapore StudioOctober 7 to December 16 10 classes (no class November 11)Instructor: GladysCost: $100 M $110 NM(Minimum 5 – Maximum 10)

Have you always felt intimidated by large group yoga classes? Worried that you will be the least flexible person in the room? Yoga at Your Level is the answer! Our instruc-tor, Gladys, tailors all her classes to suit the group she is working with. She will provide socially distanced

individual assistance and help you feel like a true Yogi in no time!

This program is offered in the Midnapore Studio with reduced reg-istration numbers to provide ample physical distancing.

Please dress in layers as the studio is a slightly cool environment.

Bolsters, straps and foam blocks will not be used.

Please provide your own mat.

Yoga at Your Level – Awareness and MobilityMonday 7:30 to 8:30 pmMeeting RoomOctober 5 to December 1510 classes (no class on October 12)Instructor: GladysCost: $110 M $120 NM(Maximum 6)

Explore deeper aspects of your yoga practice in a small group setting. This program will focus on enhanc-ing body awareness and your range of motion and mobility. Gladys will introduce something new each week and provide a very personal-ized socially distanced small group experience.

50+ Active Living Programs50+ YogaTuesday, 10:00 to 11:00 am (Gym)October 6 to December 810 classesInstructor: CarolineCost: $75 M $85 NM (Minimum 6 – Maximum 20)

Immerse yourself in a kind, support-ive and social environment. Learn gentle ways to keep your joints moving, muscles flexible, and your


mind relaxed. All levels welcome and options are provided to create a safe and comfortable experience for everyone. Each class includes a gentle introduction, progressive mobility, standing and then seated yoga moves, followed by a delight-ful final relaxation.

This program is offered in the gym to provide ample physical distanc-ing. Please dress in warm layers as the gym is a slightly cool environ-ment at 17 degrees.

Bolsters, straps, and foam blocks will not be used as they can not be sanitized.

Please provide your own mat.

If you are not comfortable getting up and down off the floor, please consider registering for Gentle Chair Yoga for Flexibility and Balance.

50+ Yoga: Myofascial Release New!Thursday, 10:00 to 11:00 am(Gym)October 8 to December 1010 classesInstructor: MichelleCost: $75 M $85 NM (Minimum 6 – Maximum 15)

Try something new and benefi-cial! Each class includes a gentle introduction, progressive mobility, standing and then seated yoga moves, followed by learning how to use Tune Up Balls (similar to a firm tennis ball) to roll and deeply massage and release your muscles and joints. The results are notice-able and wonderful! Previous yoga experience is recommended as it takes some flexibility and strength to get into and perform the rolling routines.

The Tune Up Balls are an additional cost of $20 cash available from the instructor.


50+ Gentle Chair Strength and Stretch Friday, 2:00 to 3:00 pm (Gym)October 9 to December 11 10 classesInstructor: CarolineCost: $75 M $85 NM (Minimum 6 – Maximum 16)

Are you interested in a gentle total body workout? This is the class for you! We use a chair to create an enjoyable, safe, and social envi-ronment while you improve your strength and flexibility. Each class will begin with a warm up, intro-duce exercises using hand weights, balls and body weight, teaching you how to do each exercise safely with correct form. Each class ends with core work and stretching. Taking special consideration of any injuries and limitations you may have; each class is personalized to your individual needs. This class is very complimentary to the Wednesday Gentle Seated Yoga class. All levels are welcome.


Weights are sanitized before use, and will be assigned to you for the duration of the class and not shared with anyone else. Straps will not be used.

If you are unsure if this class is for you, please contact Caroline, Recre-ation Programmer, at 403-254-8058 or [email protected].

50+ Gentle Chair Total Body Workout Monday, 2:00 to 3:00 pm (online with Zoom)October 5 to December 14 (no class on October 12) 10 classesInstructor: CarolineCost: $40 M $50 NM

Yes - you can workout from the comfort and safety of your own home! Join us for a social and ac-tive hour of fun and exercise that includes a gentle warm up, cardio-vascular exercise, strength training, yoga, and a final relaxation. Zoom is very simple to set up and use, and technical support will be provided.

50+ Gentle Chair Yoga for Flexibility and Balance Wednesday, 2:00 to 3:00 pm (Gym)October 7 to December 16 10 classes (no class on November 11)Instructor: CarolineCost: $75 M $85 NM (Minimum 6 – Maximum 16)

No getting down and up off the floor in this class! We use a chair to create an enjoyable and safe environment to improve range of motion, balance, flexibility and strength. Taking special consider-ation of any injuries and limitations you may have; each class is per-sonalized to your individual needs. Treat yourself to a relaxing and rejuvenating Wednesday! All levels are welcome.

This program is offered in the gym to provide ample physical distanc-ing. Please dress in warm layers as the gym is a slightly cool environ-ment at 17 degrees.



50+ Fit and Fabulous: Fitness Sampler 1Monday, 10:30 to 11:30 am (Gym)October 5 to November 9 5 classes (no class on October 12)Instructor: CarlieCost: $38 M $48 NM (Minimum 6 – Maximum 18)

50+ Fit and Fabulous: Fitness Sampler 2Monday, 10:30 to 11:30 am (Gym)November 16 to December 145 classes Instructor: CarlieCost: $38 M $48 NM (Minimum 6 – Maximum 18)

Would you like to improve your overall fitness level and have a whole lot of fun? Fit and Fab is for you! Each week offers a new and fresh experience to keep you active and healthy. Each class starts with a gentle warm up that is easy to follow, and includes strength work, abdominal exercises and stretching. Improve your strength, cardiovascu-lar fitness and have fun in this self-paced class! All levels are welcome and options will be provided to ensure that everyone feels safe and comfortable.


Weights and all equipment are sanitized before use, and will be as-signed to you for the duration of the class and not shared with anyone else.

Session 1•October 5: Dice Workout -

Strength in Numbers•October 12: No Class•October 19: Strengthening Tums

and Bums•October 26: Yoga and Pilates•November 2: Total Body Workout•November 9: High Intensity Inter-

val Training (HIIT)

Session 2•November 19: Total Body Workout

with Weights•November 23: Cardio and More•November 30: Yoga and Pilates•December 7: High Intensity Inter-

val Training (HIIT)•December 14: Legs and Booty Total

Toning

50+ Fit and Fabulous: Upper Body and Balance Wednesday, 10:30 to 11:30 am (Gym)October 7 to December 16 10 classes (no class on November 11)Instructor: PamCost: $75 M $85 NM(Minimum 6 – Maximum 18)

Would you like to improve your body strength and balance? This is the place to do it! Each class begins with a gentle warm up, easy to follow cardiovascular workout and finishes with gentle stretching. You will work through a variety of strength, core and balancing ex-ercises to strengthen your cardio, upper body and abdominals while using weights and other equip-ment, all in a safe and self-paced environment. This class is the perfect complement to Monday Fit and Fabulous!


Weights and all equipment is sanitized before use, and will be assigned to you for the duration of the class and not shared with anyone else.

50+ Zumba Gold Tuesday, 12:00 to 1:00 pm (Gym)October 6 to December 810 classesInstructor: PamCost: $75 M $85 NM (Minimum 6 – Maximum 18)

Zumba Gold is an enjoyable work-out that introduces easy to follow choreography to energizing music. Each class begins with a fluid warm up and choreography is slowly taught each week; you will know the moves to the songs in no time! Improve your balance, mobility and joint range of motion in a joyful and social environment. No experience required.

This program is offered in the gym to provide ample social distancing. Please dress in layers as the gym is a slightly cool environment at 17 degrees.


Mid-Sun Social Seniors (age 18+)These fun and social Thursday afternoons of cards and games will return in the future. Please contact us at 403-254-8058 if you would like to be put in touch with the group coordinators, who are still planning activities outside of Mid-Sun Com-munity Centre.

Chill Out Friday Workshop Series (age 18+)Each workshop provides a solid


learning opportunity as well as a re-laxing end to your week. Workshops are transferable to another person if you are unable to attend and refundable with a doctor’s note.

Youth and adult painting work-shops are also available and listed in the Creative Art section.

Full Moon MeditationThursday, October 1, 7:30 to 9:00 pm (online with Zoom)Instructor: LindsayCost: $10

Immerse yourself in a delightful cel-ebration of the full moon and learn how to energize crystals and tap into the power of the moon. Lindsay will use meditation, sing mantras (poems) and guide you through a total body relaxation to shift you into a place of empowerment and gratitude.

Yoga Nidra with Crystal Bowl Sound Bath Friday, October 9, 7:30 to 9:00 pm (online with Zoom)Instructor: Michelle, Yoga Teacher and Trainer.Cost: $10

Discover an amazing way to chill out. The entire workshop is spent lying comfortably on your yoga mat while being led through a guided relaxation for body, mind and spirit. You will intuitively create a Sank-alpa, an intention formed by the heart and mind, to harness your will towards a personal goal. Michelle will create a restful atmosphere with the sounds of playing crystal bowls. The result is an amazing sense of calm, a reduction of mental stress

and physical tension. An absolutely delightful experience for self-care.

The Best Savasana Ever with Live MusicFriday, October 23, 7:30 to 9:00 pm (online with Zoom)Instructor: Lindsay BrandonCost: $10

A yoga class ends with Savasana which is a quiet time of stillness and reflection, and traditionally lasts around 10 minutes. Treat yourself to the best Savasana ever with 1.5 hours of relaxation and rejuvena-tion. Lindsay will sing mantras (po-ems) and guide you through a total body relaxation to shift you away from your week and into a calm space of inspiration and joy.

Introduction to Smartphone PhotographyFriday, November 6, 7:30 to 9:00 pm (Meeting Room)Instructor: RobinCost: $15(Maximum 9)

If you would like to take better pictures with your smartphone then this workshop is for you. Learn to use the built-in features of your phone and apply the basic principles of photography, and feel confident to share these new skills with your family and friends. Does it take forever to find that special picture when you want to show it to someone? Don’t worry, we will talk about how to organize your photos so that you can quickly and easily have them at your fingertips when you need them.

Yoga for a Strong and Flexible BackFriday, November 20, 7:30 to 9:00 pm (Midnapore Studio)Instructor: GladysCost: $15(Maximum 8)

This workshop progresses through a detailed handout and gives you an opportunity to try each yoga position and receive physically distanced individual attention from Gladys, who has extensive training in therapeutic yoga, and will adapt everything to meet your individual needs.

This program is offered in the Midnapore Studio to provide ample physical distancing. Please dress in warm layers as the studio is a slightly cool environment.

Contact UsYour feedback is always appreci-ated. We value the time you take to share your experiences with us and respect your privacy. We build our programs around what works for you.

We would like to hear from you if you have a skill or interest to share with the community. Please send your workshop or program ideas to Caroline.

Contact:Caroline, Recreation [email protected], Extension 232.

PLAYGROUND UPDATE

Surprise! Exciting news! A second playground in our community is getting replaced this fall in addition to the Sunlake Road Playground that the Mid-Sun Community Association has been fundraising for.

The small playground located between Sunvista Close and Sun Harbour Way will be replaced in mid-September as part of the City of Calgary’s “life-cycle” replacement program.

Why is the Sun Harbour playground getting replaced?Because it’s 30 years old!The City of Calgary inspects playgrounds every month between May and October. As playgrounds age and become unsafe, the City of Calgary must remove them. Based on the demographics of the community and the number of other playgrounds in the area, the play-ground will either be replaced, or the area will be “repur-posed” (usually turned into a greenspace with a bench).

When will it be installed?Installation is expected to occur in the first two weeks of September. After the safety inspection, the park will be open for play!

Why was there no fundraising for this playground?Small playgrounds like the Sun Harbour playground will be replaced automatically and do not involve the com-munity association. The City will partner with the com-munity associations only when the playground footprint is large, such as for the playground at Sunlake Road. In this case, the Community Association must fundraise in order to pay for a playground that will suit the footprint.

Additional fundraising for the Sun Harbour playground was not an option.

Did the Mid-Sun Community Association know this playground was getting replace?Yes! The Mid-Sun Community Association’s Playground Liaison, Erin Delamont, was contacted by our City Parks representative in the spring. We were asked what equipment we would ideally like to see at the playground, so we put it to the community via Facebook. Swings and slides that would engage a wide range of ages were requested—and the final design meets this criteria wonderfully!

So, remind me, what’s the status of the Sunlake Road Playground?Oh, we’re so glad you asked! The Sunlake Road Playground will be installed between September 21 and 25. We’d love to celebrate with the community so check out our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/midsunplayground or email [email protected] to make sure you are informed of grand opening plans!

Stay playful!Erin DelamontMid-Sun Playground Committee Chairperson

TWO New Playgrounds Coming to Mid-Sun This Month!


MID-SUN COMMUNITY GARDENOur community garden has had the right combination of water and sun to show exceptional growth consid-ering how late in the season we were finally able to plant. The four cherry and five apple trees added to our two fruit groves are doing well and on target for a good crop next season. The hundred or so native spe-cies planted on our border berm have been prolific with both blooms and fruit. We are in the process of labelling each species on the berm as an aid to education. The fall season is fast approaching.

MSCA Garden Committee

75th MIDNAPORE SCOUT GROUP Scouting in the Community

Our 2020/2021 season is just about to start, and you are all invited to participate. While the Scouting program will be slightly modified in response to this this new normal - we will still be offering a challenging program to all youth. 75th Midnapore Scout Group welcomes all youth regardless of gender or ability. If your daughter or son wants to make new friends, have fun, take on some challenges, and improve their leadership skills – Scouting is for them!

Registration for the 2020/2021 scouting year is com-pletely online through the www.scouts.ca website. You will be asked to enter your postal code and a list of groups in this area will be presented for you to select from. For this year, Scouts Canada is extending current member registrations to the end of December 2020 and is also offering free registration for the period of Sep-tember 2020 until December 2020 to any new mem-bers. This is a great opportunity to have your youth try us out and join the over 50 million other people that are engaged in Scouting around the world.

As the world’s largest educational youth movement, Scouting delivers a youth programme that offers young people the opportunity to develop their knowledge and competencies, yielding significant results. In fact, an international study done in 2018 aiming to measure Scouting’s Impact on the Development of Young People found that Scouts scored 16.2% higher on life skills and employability, 12% higher on leadership and 6% higher in resolving problems than young people who are not in Scouting. The details of this study can be found on the World Scouting web page at scout.org

So, what do our youth members say about the program?

•Dawson L one of our Scout-aged youth took the time to say “What I like most about being a scout is the op-portunities I can obtain such as going to a Jamboree. Jamborees offer tons of fun activities and having expe-riences that I’ll remember forever”

•Brooke C one of our Venturer Scouts wanted to share, “The best thing I liked about Vents this year was be-ing able to plan what I wanted to do and to meet new people. Definitely made long lasting friendships.”

If you want to review how we are going to operate dur-ing this COVID-19 period, you can find information and policies that all Canadian Scouting Groups (including 75th Midnapore) are going to follow. This information is available from scouts.ca.

Adult volunteers are always needed – either to help run the programs or to offer a specific activity to a section (like how to dehydrate food or how to read a map or how to build a birdhouse). Time commitment can be as small or large as you want. Note that all volunteers need to have a Police Record Check completed prior to en-gaging with the youth.

If you are interested in getting further information on our program or have any questions, please send an email to [email protected] and we will get back to you.


NEWS FROM THE MIDNAPORE LAKE RESIDENTS ASSOCIATION

Park HoursPlease check the website for up to date park hours. As we move into fall, the park will close earlier in the evening, matching sunset.

Board of Director - NominationsThe Midnapore Lake Resident’s Association (MLRA) Annual Gen-eral Meeting will be held in September and we are recruiting com-munity leaders to serve on the Board of Directors. We are looking for people who have a passion for our facility, have a vision for the future, and who enjoy actively effecting positive change in a team-based environment. We welcome interest and value contributions from people with a diversity of life experience and have ongoing needs for those with a background in: Technology, Construction/Trades, Board Governance, Finance and Administration, Safety, Human Resources, or Project Management. We also welcome cre-ative dreamers who can transform an idea into a reality.

Election to the Board of Directors will take place in September during the annual member meeting. To express your interest or for more information, do contact Deanna on behalf of the Nominating Committee at [email protected]

We look forward to hearing from you or from anyone who you think would be a great addition to our team.

COVID-19In March of this year, Alberta Health Services ordered facilities such as ours to close due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Restrictions were gradually eased which allowed us to open our facility to members on May 30th. At the time of this writing, conditions remain in place that by the time of this publication, we hope are eased which will allow us to offer more to members as we return to a more normal operation.

We recognize that many people have suffered through ‘quarantine fatigue’ and we gratefully acknowledge and thank those members who have been both patient and supportive of our actions to re-duce the risk and spread of COVID-19.

AGM Please be advised that the annual general meeting is now sched-uled for Wednesday, September 30th, 2020 at 7:00 pm in our Lake room. Please check the website www.midnaporelake.ca or Facebook for updated information on our AGM.

Midnapore Lake BookingsFor your Lake Room, Cookshack and Large Group Bookings please call the office staff at 403-256-0550.

Midnapore Residents Be Proud of Your Community I wanted to take time to thank the residents of Midnapore for being the kind of people in the kind of place where people want to live. I moved into this community 5 years ago, and am always so impressed when I go for a walk with the way people take care of their home and yard. I have seen so much extra effort go into the gardens this year – it’s such a pleasure to go out for a stroll.

It takes a lot of time, attention, and also funds to keep your home well maintained, and I can see that most everyone is doing a fabulous job. This is now considered an older neighbourhood, but I see very little in the way of degeneration. Paint is fresh, lawns mowed, weeds absent, flowers abound!

I also see lots of neighbours congregating on the front lawns visiting and supporting each other. With all that has gone on this year with COVID-19, I thought I would thank all of you who are doing all you can to build and maintain this incredible community of Midnapore.

Thank you everyone. I appreciate it.

Your neighbour,CR

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TAKE ON WELLNESS

You’re not alone if isolation and the fear of becoming sick is giving you the blues. Deep down, we know it’s not healthy for us to be alone and fearful. Science backs up our intuition: living under constant stress limits our creative, problem-solving brains to flight-fight-freeze instincts, where every interaction with people is gauged as a threat to safety.

It’s easy to overlook mental self-care when fear of survival is number one. That’s why it’s really important to make manageable, regu-lar commitments to mental health. It’s deeply intertwined with physical health. Meditation is one of many tools for mental-self care. It’s free, can be done anywhere, anytime, with no special equipment.

Meditation is sometimes misunderstood. Some people tell me they can’t clear their heads or sit still. They’d rather do exercise to relieve stress, or they don’t think it fixes problems. Meditation is not emptying our minds, forcing ourselves to relax, and pretend everything is okay. Nor is it a planning and strategy session, or a replacement for exercise.

Today, try this short, easy meditation: sit quietly and count ten deep, easy breaths. Notice where your thoughts wander when you lose focus. No-tice how you feel. Fidgety, overwhelmed, wor-

ried, reliving past events? Take two more deep breaths. Relax your belly and shoulders. Notice how good that feels. Remember that feeling for later. After, start paying attention to how often your mind is occupied with those thoughts and emotions. That’s a good clue about how much stress you’re under.

Meditation is a physical and mental discipline of silent attention to train focus, reach equanimity with our thoughts and emo-tions, and achieve compassion for self and others. Just like with exercise, regular practice delivers the awesome side-effects: self-control, keeping cool under pressure, sleeping better, and more.


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NEWS FROM LAKE SUNDANCE

Park HoursPark/Office hours and available amenities may still be affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Please check our website at www.lakesundance.org, or follow us on Facebook for current hours and park status.

Lake Sundance is Turning 40 this Year!Did you know that Lake Sundance will be celebrating its 40th Birth-day on December 17, 2020?

New Waste and Beverage Recycling BinsHave you noticed our new waste and beverage recycling bins in the park? We were able to purchase these new bins thanks to a grant from the Alberta Depot.

Lake Health Please help protect the quality of our lake by thoroughly cleaning all toys and equipment used outside of Lake Sundance. Although tests have shown Lake Sundance to be free of Whirling Disease, we must work together to prevent other hazardous invasive plants, fish, animals, crustaceans, mud, or water from entering our lake. Ensure all toys and equipment used elsewhere are cleaned and dried for at least 24 hours before using in our lake. Please refrain from bringing anything into the lake that has been used outside the Province of Alberta. Thank you!

Movie in the ParkWe are hoping to be able to host a movie night in September, but this event will be dependent on Alberta Health Services regulations re-garding group sizes and social distancing requirements. Please check our website and Facebook pages for updates.

Annual General MeetingOur AGM, which is normally held in October, may have to be rescheduled this year due to limitations on group sizes for indoor gatherings. Please watch our website and Facebook page for more updates on COVID-19 policies.

Sundance Lodge RentalsThe lower level of the Lodge has 3 meeting rooms that are available for members to rent. These rooms are suitable for small meetings, birthday parties, skating parties, etc. The meeting rooms do not have access to the kitchen. The upper level of the Lodge – the “Sundance Room” - is available for rent by members and non-members. This ban-quet room can accommodate up to 160 people. For rental rates and availability please check our website at www.lakesundance.org or contact our office at 403-256-4728.

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At Heritage Time Out, practitioners of quilting, knitting, crocheting, card mak-ing, as well as a “do-as-you-wish” table meet to learn and practice their art in a community setting. Come and receive guidance from experienced makers, ob-tain advice, but mostly enjoy the com-pany of women across the ages, make friends, and have a personal time out!

We usually meet on Wednesday mor-nings from 9:00 to 11:00 at McDougall United Church. As of July 1, our fall ses-sion is on hold until the church reopens. Please contact Lori at McDougall United Church, 403-252-1620, for further infor-mation.

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Come Be A Part Of Things at Mid-Sun

WE ARE LOOKING TO BUILD OUR VOLUNTEER BASE

There are plenty of opportunities to be included in upcoming events. We are looking for people to participate in event planning and to contribute time to events such as the Stampede Shutdown, Community Clean Up, Family Fun Carni-val, and a host of other unique happen-ings in our community.

Add your email to be alerted as Volunteer Opportunities come available by sending a note to

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LOCAL MORTGAGE BROKER: Your mortgage may be costing you thousands more than you need to pay! As a local mortgage professional, I have helped your neighbours navigate their purchase, refinance, and renewal options. Call Anita at 403-771-8771 | [email protected] | Licensed by Verico Avenue Financial Real Estate Solutions.

ACCOUNTING, BOOKKEEPING, TAX RETURNS: Payroll, GST, regulatory compliance, start-up consulting for small/medium sized corporations, and sole proprietorships. Frustrated with late or inconsistent service that gets you into trouble, or costs you money, (or both)? We are responsive, organized, and professional. Doing business in Sundance since 2002. [email protected], or phone/text Claudia at 403-819-0421.

BRYAN’S PLUMBING: Local plumber, great prices, semi-retired. Renos and repairs. Free estimates and advice. Seniors discount. No job too small. Call Master Plumber, Bryan, at 403-560-6547, or email [email protected].

OFFICIAL PLUMBING & HEATING: Small company, low overhead, excellent warranties, and great rates. Specializing in residential service and installs. Services include furnace service and replacement, hot water tank service and replacement, leaks, clogs, gas fitting, and more. Licensed and insured. Why wait? Call today and get it fixed today! Available 24/7, we accept debit/VISA/MasterCard. Call 403-837-4023 or email [email protected]; www.official-plumbing-heating.ca.

ELECTRICITY IS NOT A HOBBY: Call a licensed electri-cian and pot light specialist. No job is too small. Excellent rates. Please call John at 403-281-5002 / 403-708-6555.

LOVING MIDNAPORE DAYHOME: Accepting full-time, part-time and before and after school care for children. Ages 10 months and up. Over 25 years’ experience edu-cating and caring for children. Fully registered. Smoke-free, pet-free, home-cooked organic meals. Walking distance from 3 schools. Call Andrea 403-254-0879, [email protected].

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BASEMENT WINDOWS R-US: New or larger window openings – includes complete install. Digging, concrete cutting, material/dirt hauled away. Member of the BBB. Call 403-201-0317 or cell 403-660-0612.

SUPPORTIVE ROOMMATE(S) WANTED: We are look-ing for a positive, supportive roommate home for our quiet, gentle, 27-year-old daughter with moderate de-velopmental and cognitive disabilities. She has her own day support from Monday to Friday. Respite times are flexible. For further details, email [email protected], or call 403-826-8221.

O’BYRNE SNOW REMOVAL: $120 per month for reli-able, residential snow removal. Contact Keith at 403-554-7307 or email [email protected] to book an appointment.

CAMPBELL ROOFING - FREE ESTIMATES, REBATES AVAILABLE: Local business serving the community with quality and professional service. Licensed, insured, WCB, BBB, 10-year labour warranty. Emergency service, financ-ing, claims welcome. “Keeping a roof over your head is our business”. “Doghouse included.” Call Grant 403-975-1371. Thank you, customers, for the last 30 years.

LIFE INSURANCE: Protect your family in case you unex-pectedly die. Contact Jeff Tovee, CFP., at 403-923-5333, [email protected], www.eternalwealth.ca (In-home meetings are available).


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YOUR RENOVATION SPECIALIST: For all your renovation projects. 25 years’ experience. Kitchens, bathrooms, basements, garages, additions from start to finish. Call Clive for a free quote, 403-926-8144, or email [email protected].

NEIGHBOURHOOD CONFLICT? Community Mediation Calgary Society (CMCS) is a no-cost mediation and conflict coaching service that can help you resolve problems and restore peace! We help neighbours be neighbours again! www.communitymediation.ca, 403-269-2707.

CPR PLUMBING: Your reliable local plumber! BBB ac-credited. Fully licensed and insured for all your service plumbing needs. Great prices on hot water tanks, fixture replacement/repair, backflow testing, poly B replace-ment, water softeners, drain cleaning, and more. Call or text 403-680-7219.

CROWN RENOVATIONS: Kitchens and bathrooms. Over 30 years’ experience in quality renovations. Full service custom cabinetry. Qualified professionals. Free in-house estimates. Licensed, bonded, and insured. Fantastic ref-erences. 15% discount for new kitchen contracts signed in August and September. Visits to former clients can be arranged. Call Bill at 403-819-8588.

LANDSCAPING & WEEKLY YARD CARE: Snow removal starting at $120 per month. Garden bed design, mulch, rock, and sod installation. Stone patios, walkways, raised beds and rock walls. Affordable fence and deck con-struction. Window or gutter cleaning starting at $89. A+ Member of BBB, Licensed, insured. Seniors’ discount. Call or e-mail 403-265-4769. YardBustersLandscaping.com

GARDENING: Spend more time enjoying your garden than working in it! Let us do the dirty work! We’ll pull the weeds, prune shrubs, turn and re-edge beds, add compost/mulch. We work hard so you don’t have to. Call GardenWise at 403-278-6109. Our name says it all.

EXTERIOR WORKS: Siding, soffit, fascia, roofing and eaves trough. New or repair. Smaller projects, such as gates, fences, decks, general repairs. We work all-year-round. Sunshine or snow! Call Fred at 403-861-2610 for a quote.

PEDICURES BY SANDRA: I am now accepting new cli-ents for my home-based studio in Sundance. With over 25 years’ experience as a foot care specialist, I am com-fortable with all foot issues, and have probably seen it all! Please call/text 403-818-4604 for an appointment.

LOCAL HANDYMAN: Available to complete your proj-ects around the home. Plumbing, electrical, drywall repairs, appliance repairs, wall mounted TVs, concealed audio/video wiring, computer setup and repairs, gen-eral cleanup, landfill trips, seniors discounts. No job too small, free estimates. Reliable, conscientious. Call Alan at 403-660-3170.

YOUR HANDYMAN: All kinds of work around your house, including interior and exterior. Any type of job: small job, good job, big job, awesome job. 19 years’ experience in North America and Europe. For free esti-mates, call Marcin at 403-870-6636 or email [email protected].

THE GUTTER DOCTOR! Eavestrough repairs, cleaning, and replacements. Fascia, soffit, cladding, roofs, and sid-ing. For over 17 years and 30,000 projects we have done the job right – and it’s always guaranteed! Full liability insurance and WCB. A+ rated BBB member. Calgary’s top award winner! www.gutterdoctor.ca, 403-714-0711.

GOT TREES? King Cole tree service for all your pruning, planting, and tree removal needs! We offer clean profes-sional service at an affordable price. ISA member, licensed and insured. Call today for your free estimate, 403-200-4408 or check us out at www.kingcoletreecare.ca.

MASONRY CONCERNS? UGLY FIREPLACE? Contact Harry for all stone and brick repairs, old-new renova-tions, remodelling, face lifts, flooring, landscapes, interi-or and exterior, etc. 30-year Journeyman. Contact Harry at 403-256-1991 or email at [email protected].

SHORT CIRCUIT ELECTRIC: Fully insured and licensed Certified Master Electrician, specializing in renovations and LED lighting. For all your wiring needs, the shortest circuit is to call, email, or text Tim. 403-437-4105; [email protected]. Senior discount! We accept VISA and MC.


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HOUSE CLEANER IN MIDNAPORE / SUNDANCE: Highly experienced cleaning ladies looking for more houses to clean in Midnapore / Sundance. We’re offer-ing excellent, detailed service. Add some luxury to your home, let us clean your space. Satisfaction guaranteed! Ask me about a bonus! Text 587-225-4413 or email [email protected].

MAG’S MOBILE HAIRCARE: Professional hair care ca-tering to seniors, and care facilities in SW Canyon Mead-ows and surrounding areas. Perms, haircuts, colors and sets all done in the comfort and convenience of your home. Call or text Margaret at 403-470-8193 to book your appointment for a Monday or Wednesday, 9 to 5. www.magsmobilehaircare.com.

DOES HOUSEWORK MAKE YOU CRANKY? Then you need me. Residential cleaning weekly or bi-weekly. Call Katrina. Cell: 403-874-2161 or 403-873-1670. Please leave a message. References available.

KITCHEN CABINETS REFINISHED: Thirty opening kitchen refinished for about $1350.00. Espresso colour for about $3500.00. Get the orange out of your honey oak kitchen. Water damage and grime repaired. Envi-ronmentally friendly alternative to tearing out cabinets. Not Just Paint Finishing and Handyman Services. Call Doug for free estimate/consult. 403-671-0324.

HOME REPAIRS AND RENOVATIONS: Affordable pric-ing, high quality and detailed work. Drywall, doors and windows, lighting, bathrooms, kitchens, painting and more. Receive a 10% discount on labour only if you mention this ad. Insured Member of BBB. Mon-Fri 8-5pm. Call 403-703-8648 – TH Maintenance Services. Find us on Facebook.

VIDEO TRANSFER SERVICES: Ty Reynolds Video Services transfers various formats of film, audio and video tape (VHS, BETA, 8mm, Super 8,) slides, photos etc. to DVD or digital format. With 30 years of experience, we provide quality production, transfer, and duplication services. Contact Ty at 403-262-3078, [email protected] or www.tyreynoldsvideoservices.com. Located in Inglewood!

TUTORING: Civil Engineer providing private and group tutoring to junior high and high school students in math, calculus, physics, chemistry, biology, time man-agement and test taking strategies. I have a positive approach to teaching and tailor to the learning style of each student. Please contact [email protected].

TWO BLOOMIN GARDENERS: We are certified horti-culturists. Gardening services include spring and fall clean up; designing and planting of flower beds; con-tainer / pot design and planting; creative input and consultations; weekly or bi-weekly maintenance or as needed; pruning and fertilizing; and more. Call or text 403-710-0117.

ZANELLA AUTO REPAIR: Dominic and sons Vincent and Charlie - in business since 1986. 258082 16 St. West DeWinton. Family owned and operated. Most makes/models worked on. MC, Visa, American Express, and Debit. Licensed Out of Province Inspection Facility. A member of AMVIC, BBB. Do business where you live. Call 403-938-7937 for an appointment. www.ZanellaAutoRepair.com.

GUITAR, PIANO AND FLUTE LESSONS: Experienced teacher, RCM certified. All ages and levels welcome. Private daytime and evening lessons, with classical and pop methods taught. RCM Practical and Theory exam preparation available. Fun - Suzuki method for classical guitar in private and group lessons. Contact [email protected], call 403-256-7276, or visit sundancemusicstudio.com.

HANDMADE, WASHABLE MASKS SELLING FOR $5.00: Various sizes, colours, and fabrics. Phone 403-256-3415 to order. Leave a detailed message if necessary.

Did you know that competitive art used to be in the Olympics? Between 1912 and 1946, medals were awarded in sculpture, music, painting, and architecture. After heated debates on who should win, these events were permanently scrapped.


Mid-Sun Community Association50 Midpark Rise S.E. T2X 1L7 • Tel: 403-254-8058

www.midsun.orgMID-SUN OFFICERSPresident Patsy McNish

[email protected] President Rick Cunningham

[email protected] Keith Pedersen

[email protected] VACANTMID-SUN DIRECTORSDirector of Operations Keith Pedersen

[email protected] of Fundraising Rose-Marie McKinnon

[email protected] of Planning & Development

Christian Larioza

Director of Policy Patsy [email protected]

SFC Recreation Rep Doug [email protected]

Garden Committee [email protected] Liaison Erin Delamont

[email protected] at Large Devin Elkin

Travis BlackDirector of Traffic Ian LairdDirector of Planning & Development

Christian Larioza

Director of Social Media Nikki ComptonDirectors of Seniors Programming

Joan Trotz & Darleen Hornaday

CONTACTSMid-Sun OOSC Program Servicing Mother Theresa and

Father James [email protected]

Midnapore OOSC Program Servicing Midnapore School403-254-0288 [email protected]

Past President Mark SchmidtMLA for Calgary-Fish Creek Richard Gotfried

[email protected] 14 Councillor Peter DeMong

[email protected]

MP for Calgary-Midnapore Stephanie Kusie [email protected]

Sunwest Christian Fellowship 403.254.2823Tree of Life Lutheran Church 403.726.0911St. Paul’s Anglican Church 403.256.1428Deer Park United Church 403.278.8263First Alliance Church 403.252.7572All Saints Lutheran 403.256.0262Lutheran Church of Our Saviour 403.253.1453New Hope Community Church 403.256.2772Fairview Baptist Church 403.252.1704Spiritual Community Church of the West 403.225.4331Red Deer Lake United Church 403.256.3181The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints 403.254.8679Canyon Creek Christian Fellowship 403.256.3167Campbell-Stone United Church 403.708.7729Southview Church 403.873.5223Knexions Church 403.256.4722Bonavista Baptist Church 403.271.6969St. Patrick’s Church 403.254.6878

CHURCHES

MID-SUN BUSINESS MEMBERSWe thank the following businesses for their ongoing

support of the Mid-Sun Community Association.

Please Support Your Local Businesses.•Impact Orthodontics•Renfrew Educational Services / Sundance Centre•Sundance Animal Hospital•Great News Publishing

To join this list, please email [email protected]

ODWYERBusiness Solutions Ltd.HANDYMAN SERVICE

Lyle O’DwyerElectrical Journeyman

403.803.4809 | [email protected] No: 72376 0716 RT0001

Insured, Decks, Fences, Additions and any household repairs


MLA Calgary - Fish CreekRichard Gotfried 403-278-4444 [email protected] www.richardgotfried.ca @RichardGotfried RichardGotfriedAB RichardGotfried

Summer is sacred in Canada while September heralds the end of long nights, and a sense of renewal and reflection as children head back to school. Who would have predicted in January 2020 that the backdrop for return to school would include COVID-19! Alberta prides itself on having quality education at both the K-12 and post secondary levels. A strong history of excellence in learning comes with high expectations for both parents and students alike. Post secondaries across the province have been diligently looking at delivering quality education for the fall, and for all higher learning institutions across the province, the bulk of their instruction will be online. Many institutions felt that, given the wide student population age range (18 to 108), and as many as 400 students in larger lecture halls, the shift to online education for the upcoming semester was necessary. For the younger K-12 students, much of the conversation has focussed around the term “near normal”. On July 21, with a follow up on August 4, Minister of Education Adriana LeGrange announced there will be a return to masked, in-school learning this fall. Jurisdictions across Alberta have experienced different rates of COVID, and the provincial return to school kit provided to local school boards enables the flexibility to adjust and adapt to local needs, circumstances, and community infection rates. Nothing about COVID is easy or without some level of personal, professional or community anxiety. That is the reality. But we know COVID has been hard on all of us emotionally, financially, and physically. Having personally survived a Tsunami, a bombing raid, and having to abandon a sinking ship gives me the perspective to be grateful for life, to not take anything for granted, and to recognize the need for calm and resilience in supporting Alberta’s next generation of leaders in facing life’s challenges. Resiliency allows us to move ahead knowing that our sense of “normal” may be adjusted but that collectively we have the fortitude to persevere and prevail just as our indigenous people and settlers demonstrated when building Alberta. As print deadlines for our local Great News publications are a few weeks out, please note that some of the back to school information provided may be amended prior to distribution. I would recommend following me on Facebook for more current information or signing up for our e-newsletter. I am forever grateful for Dr. Hinshaw and her team who are in constant communication with our Premier and Ministers in providing timely scientific advice on the most current data in protection of Albertans health and well-being.As always, my office is open for virtual meetings and calls. Please do not hesitate to reach out, as listening to your questions, insights, and concerns assists me in my advocacy on your behalf.

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