Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
Parent & Tot Playgroup: Group not running until facilitator found!
We are looking for someone to take over the coordination of this monthly event. There is not a huge commitment involved: opening up the hall, set-up the toys and play area, and take down.
The drop-in playgroup meets the first Friday of each month at the Hall. Indoor activities include playing with tunnels, slides, an obstacle course, basketball, enjoying refreshments, etc. The next date is February 7th from 10:30 to 11:30 am. No fee is charged to attend. If you are new to our community with a young family, this is a great way to get to know your neighbours and find out what programs are available in the Priddis area. Please contact priddiyoungfamilies@gmail.com. This event is also listed on the PCA website, www.priddisalberta.com.
Meota AGM: Meota Gas will hold their Annual General Meeting on March 23rd, 7:30 at the Priddis Hall. All members are welcome. Refreshments will be served.
Priddis Garage Sale: It’s never to early to start cleaning out those closets! The annual Priddis Garage Sale is on Saturday, May 9, from 9am to 12pm. Donations may be dropped off at the hall on Friday, May 8 from 10am to 8pm. We can only accept clean items in good working order. Please do not drop off box springs, mattresses, old encyclopedias or Reader’s Digest condensed books. We do not want computers or monitors more than 4 years old, and no TVs that are not digital as they do not sell. This is a fund raiser for the PCA and we appreciate all the support we receive. Thank you in advance for your donations. Lunch and snacks will be available for purchase.
“Warriors of Hope” – Yoga Cancer Fundraiser: 3rd Annual Fundraiser in Support of Wings of Hope Breast Cancer Foundation. An inspiring morning of live music and calming yoga at the beautiful Priddis Greens Golf & Country Club. Mark your calendar for this fun yoga fundraising event on Saturday, June 20 from 9am – Noon. Participant registration is $40. Bring only a yoga mat. There will be a silent auction and food served. Ticket sales start in March.
Wings of Hope Breast Cancer Foundation is a 100% volunteer run registered charitable organization. The funds raised will assist in supporting people living with breast cancer in Calgary and area. Many breast cancer patients are unable to work during their treatments. Wings of Hope lifts the burden by providing funding to cover basic needs such as rent and groceries. For more information contact Lori Colwell at 403.47.5349. Register now: www.brownpapertickets.com
Priddis Early Learning Program – PELP: The 3yr class enjoyed a field trip to the Ann & Sandy Cross Conservatory in January.
The Open House for new registrants was in February. The 4yr class is FULL for 2020/2021. A few spaces are still available in the 3yr class. Please check out the website or email for more information. pelppreschool@gmail.com or pelppreschool.wixsite.com/pelp/registration
Priddis Time Capsule: In July 1967, Priddis residents decided to commemorate Canada’s Centennial with a time capsule. Three young boys from the community were chosen as stewards, being 3rd generation residents of the Priddis area. On the 50th anniversary, an official ceremony was held at the 2017 Stampede Breakfast, and two of the three stewards were available to open the time capsule, Scott Stewart and Kevin Stanton. Close to 1,000 people were in attendance that day, including Lt.-Gov. Lois Mitchell.
The PCA will be holding another Time Capsule Ceremony at the 2020 Stampede Breakfast on July 5th. If you are interested in helping to coordinate details of the ceremony, selecting stewards, items to be placed in the capsule, etc. please contact priddissecretary@gmail.com
Renew your Membership: Don’t forget to renew your membership. Family and Business memberships were due Nov 1st. Renew by printing off the form(s) online from our website. Submit it with payment by mail or drop it off at the Priddis Store. Go to www.priddisalberta.com. How easy is that?
Booking the Hall: To view or book the Hall, contact Mike, the Hall Rental Director at PCAhallrentals@gmail.com. Check priddisalberta.com for availability, pricing and updates.
Staying Connected: Did you know that along with The Priddis Community Association’s webpage we have a few Local Facebook pages to keep the community connected? These are great resources for seeing what is going on in the community, asking questions, finding out about local businesses and so much more. Be sure to check out the following Facebook groups:
Looking to volunteer in our community and meet new people? Many helping hands are always needed for PCA functions. Anyone interested in volunteering is requested to make their interest known to any Board Member listed on the website www.priddisalberta.com
