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The school year's nearly over, and we can almost smell the freedom of the summer break. Students are buzzing like bees; teachers are getting ready to mothball another year’s hard work and parents are plotting summer escapes. We all relish a respite from the daily routine. Summer, we’re ready for you!
This is the perfect time to get your hands dirty and start planting. Whether you're a seasoned green thumb or a greenhorn, Calgary’s tricky climate, especially during droughts, can be a challenge. These tips should help your garden bloom: Be YardSmart (calgary.ca)
Get ready for a delicious new addition to our community with the launch of a farmers market at the community centre. Fresh Food Fridays kick off this month on June 14th from 3-7pm, celebrating the journey from farm to fork with locally sourced produce and goods. Every week, local artisans will bring fresh produce, handmade goods, and delightful treats to our doorstep.
Here's to a season of growth, connection, and fresh beginnings!
Cultivating a Bright Future for our Community
Your Survey, Your Say!
The Community Association has the potential to make a big impact on our facilities, programming & green spaces. By completing your survey before June 21st (yes, we've extended it!), you are able to share what's important to you & your family, and what you'd like to see Braeside become. Tell us what matters to you, what doesn’t, and why. This is your chance to shape the future of our community – don't miss out on being a part of it!
You can find the survey here, or stop by the community association for a paper copy before June 21st.
Bin It to Win It
Last weekend, our community came together for a litter pick-up that was a huge success. Residents of all ages donned gloves and wielded trash bags to clean up our streets and parks, covering all 24 mapped areas. No spot was left untouched. By the end of the day, we had collected several bags of trash, leaving our community looking cleaner and more beautiful than ever. A big thank you to Paul for organizing the event and to the kind sponsors who provided prizes for the participants.
Come chill with us on Neighbour Day
We’re hosting an Ice Cream Social on June 15th from 12-2pm at the Community Association. Enjoy friends, fun, and free ice cream - because the sweetest moments are shared! You will also have the last opportunity to build birdhouses for our Aspen Forest Project.
Tours of our future Garden Eco-Sanctuary will also be available!
The Brae-dy Bunch
A weekly playgroup for parents and kids starts on Wednesdays this month between 12:30-2pm at the Community Association. Hosted by Julie Voth, a local Braeside Mama!
Reach out and register: playgroup@braesideyyc.ca Drop-in fee: $5/family
Got foam floor tiles, a large baby playpen or toys that make kids giggle instead of scream? Send them our way and help us keep the chaos contained.
Unbox happiness with every delivery
If you haven't already, sign up for a monthly Good Food Box. These fruit and veg boxes prove that feeding your family well doesn’t have to break the bank. Order now and savor the savings. For July orders, email gfb@braesideyyc.ca. Small box (20-25lbs) $30, Medium box (25-30lbs) $35, Large box (35-40lbs) $40
Celebrate Stampede with us!
This year’s Stampede event is riding into town on Saturday, July 6th, from 12-4pm. Get ready for a talented DJ, Live music, dancing, and delicious food!
We need a crew of enthusiastic volunteers to make this annual event a success. If you’re excited to help and have some fun, let us know by emailing operations@braesideyyc.ca, and we’ll add you to the team!
Garden Gossip
Our community's dedication to greening our environment continues to grow with the new trees provided by the City and the kind donation of a lilac tree by a local resident. If you are planning to landscape your yard and have extra plants or shrubs to spare, please let us know by emailing garden@braesideyyc.ca.
Growing Together
Are you doing a late spring clean or clearing out your child's belongings? Braeside Before and After School Care is looking for donations:
Creative art materials: Paper, paints, markers, tape, envelopes, chalk, glitter (we’ll take anything!)
Sports equipment: Skipping ropes, frisbees, badminton equipment, lacrosse sticks, water guns
Loose Parts Materials: Buckets, tubs, corks, bottle caps, snow shovels, pestle and mortars, wooden spoons, milk crates, laundry baskets
Donations can be dropped off at the community centre or the Before and After School Care program.
Summer Camps - Registration Open
Thursday Night is Street Hockey Night: Free Street Hockey Camps start June 6 - August 1.
U12 5:00-6:00pm – Grade 6-7 / U14 6:15-7:15pm – Grade 8-9 / U16 7:30-8:30pm – Grade 10-11
Don't miss out on the fun - sign up now!
Participants: https://registration.teamsnap.com/form/5169
Lacrossing Barriers celebrates every player. It’s where kids of all abilities score big on fun and friendship.
Stick around, its going to be a ball.
Register: scott@lacrossingbarriers.org July 2-5 $225 / Aug 6-9 $225 / Aug 26-30 $300
Interested in Getting involved?
Available positions include Lead, Community Connector (aka Volunteer Coordinator, 2-3 hours per month), Braesideyyc.ca Website Wizard (aka Website Manager, 2-3 hours/month) & two Board positions (Secretary & Membership Coordinator). Contact our President, Jenny Mae to have a chat! president@braesideyyc.ca
Be part of the change you want to see. Stay connected, get involved, and let’s make great things happen.
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