Bragg Creek Centre
Happy New Year Creekers!
I truly hope you all had a wonderful holiday filled with family, friends and general merry making.
December saw our annual BCCA Kids Only Store which coincides with the Bragg Creek and Area Chamber of Commerce’s Spirit of Christmas. Kids were delighted to shop for their family with the assistance of our Helper Elves. This year we welcomed the Snowbird Seniors to provide their face painting talents and fun kid’s crafts from the Community Centre. It was heartwarming to see so many community members attend and volunteer. The Centre was bustling and bursting with festive cheer! We hope all our Bragg Creek families enjoyed the gifts chosen lovingly by their little ones.
We wouldn’t be able to continue offering these fun annual events without help from our amazing community volunteers! A big “Thank You” to:
Banded Peak and Springbank Middle School Helper Elves: Jake C., Ryan L., Jake M.., Kinley R., Eleanor P., Hunter R., Maizie P., Trinidy H., Andrea A., Maya J., Olivia S., Chelsea T., Samara M., Calissa J., Luuk D., Kennedy B., Shawn M., Bronwyn & Juliette.
Our grownup Helpers: Shaye Radford, Renate van der Zande, Rose Dallyn, Carole Van Kleek, Victoria Carter, Carol Ann Schmaltz and John Dickinson for helping with the store and concession.
This New Year has brought some changes to the Centre with the departure of our General Manager Shawntel Dickinson, and also our Program and Events Assistant, Shea-Lynn Yuzicapi.
We wish to extend our deepest gratitude for all that Shawntel has done for the BCCA working extremely hard to ensure the BCCA is serving the needs of our community. Shawntel, thank you very much for your hard work and we will look forward to seeing you sitting in the chairs at the next community event.
Shea-Lynn Yuzicapi is returning to Saskatchewan to be closer to family. Shea was a great addition to our team and will certainly be missed. Best of luck to you Shea!
The BCCA is actively recruiting for new members to our team. If you know of anyone who may be interested and qualified, please see our website for current openings.
January Programming
• Co-ed Ball Hockey starts Wednesday the 8, 7:30–9:30pm. Email info@braggcreekca.com to register. (Drop in available)
Returning this month:
• Adult Pickleball: Jan 7, 7:30–9:30pm The fastest growing sport you’ve never heard of. What is pickleball exactly?
For the uninitiated, pickleball is something of a mix between tennis, racquetball and ping pong. Nets and court sizes are smaller than their tennis counterparts, and the most common game is doubles, although singles is also an option. It has its own set of quirky rules—for instance, try to stay out of the “kitchen”— but they’re easy to learn. Looking for a new indoor sport? Try Pickleball! Email info@braggcreekca.com to register. (Drop in available)
• Walking Club: Jan 8, 10:30am
Meet up with fellow walking enthusiasts for some exercise while catching up with friends or making new ones! All abilities welcome. FREE
• Rumble & Roar: Jan 9, 9:30–11:30am Our drop in open play space for children 0–5 years. Let your kids run, bounce and play while you have the opportunity to connect with other parents. A ParentLink Early Childhood Educator is available to help with child rearing questions or concerns every other week. Member $2/ child, non-member $5/child. Coffee provided, please bring your own mug.
• Artsy Afternoon: Jan 9, 1–4pm
Do you have an artistic hobby? Want to join other artistic types in a social setting? Bring your painting, sculpting, knitting project for an afternoon of arts, crafts and conversation. Members FREE, Non-Member $5.
• Lego Club: Jan 20, 3:30–4:30pm (third Monday of each month until May 18, 2020)
Offered through the Cochrane Public Library. Come by the Bragg Creek Community Center once a month for some fun challenges, unique LEGO pieces and to meet new friends! Ages 5+. FREE
• Springbank Dancers will be back this winter offering their classes for the littles and have added some new dates and times for older dancers.
Wednesdays Jan 8–June 17 (Mini sessions available Jan 8–Feb 12)
• Tiny Ballerinas (ages 3–4) 9:45–10:15am
• Hop’N’Pop (ages 3–4) 10:15–10:45am
• Pre-Juniors Fusion (ages 4–6) 1:30–2:30pm
Fridays Jan 10–Feb 14
• Pre-Juniors Fusion (ages 6–7) 2:30–3:30pm
• Hip Hop (ages 8–9) 3:30–4:15pm
• Hip Hop (ages 10+) 4:15–5:00pm
Go to www.springbankdancers to register online.
Upcoming Events
• Save the date February 15th as the Bragg Creek Centre presents Comedy Night in the Creek!
Join us for an evening of hilarity as 3 professional comedians turn the auditorium into a stand-up comedy club! Cash bar. Doors open 6:30 pm. Show starts 7:00 pm.
Tickets are $25 online or $30 at the door. Tickets on sale at www.eventbrite.com/e/85989431705
*This is an 18+ event
• Are you a BCCA Member?
Support your Community Association by purchasing your membership today and receive discounts on programs and rentals. Family Memberships are only $40/year!
• Do you have woodworking experience? We have a number of projects from storage bins to a recycling compound. If you can volunteer your skills or materials please contact outreach@braggcreekca.com.
If you have a program or event idea or just a comment in general, email us at program@braggcreekca.com or call 403.949.4277.
Happy New Year!
Christine Pollard,
Program and Events Manager
