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Community League Day 2021

EVERYONE IS WELCOME!

Come join us as we celebrate 100 years of community leagues in Edmonton. We can’t wait to see you! Community league memberships will be available to purchase – a valid membership is required for the big bin event only.

Family memberships are $25, singles are $15 and memberships for seniors are $5 per individual.

Please be respectful and wear a mask, keep your distance whenever possible.

BIG BIN/HAUL AWAY – 10am – 2pm
- Valid membership required!
- Community League Parking Lot

Our annual big bin event is back, get rid of your junk from 10am – 2pm! There will be a 30cu yd bin available in the north parking lot at 9411 Holyrood Rd. for disposal of furniture and other large household items. Please wait your turn and remain in your car until you are flagged in by our volunteer. You are responsible for loading your items into the bin. Please stack items as neatly as possible in the bin; in order to help maximize space. Masks & gloves are recommended.

Accepted Items: furniture, couches, mattresses, chairs, sports equipment, yard waste and other household items too large for curb-side pickup.

Not Accepted: Appliances, electronics, commercial construction items, household hazardous materials (paint, fuels, propane cylinders), batteries, motors or tires.

OUTDOOR MOVIE – 3 – 5pm
- Raya and the Last Dragon
- Field Behind SEESA
- Bring a blanket or lawn chairs – If you’re bringing chairs, please sit toward the back and leave the front spaces for blankets.
- There will be giveaways!
- Free Cotton Candy for the first 100 people – sponsored by TELUS

This is an outdoor event, please dress for the weather and bring what you need. There is a port-a-potty available near the hall. Pack it in, pack it out, please take your garbage with you.

Please DO NOT attend any of these events if you have a cough, runny nose, fever, rashes, or any other COVID-19 symptoms. If you have been out of the country in the past 14 days, have had contact with any who has, or is suspected of having COVID-19, please stay at home. Masks & hand sanitizer are recommended.

SECLA launches GoFundMe to bring the Fulton Ravine South Park project to its final stages

The Fulton Ravine South Park is located along the Fulton Ravine in the heart of residential communities, near local businesses and the Capilano library, and is a unique park that incorporates the existing Capilano skatepark. The skatepark has an innovative design that is enjoyed by the community, including many families who bring their young children to use scooters here. Unfortunately, the skatepark is currently the only amenity in the park. There is nowhere to sit, and no shade or any other features. The South East Community Leagues Association (SECLA) conducted a formal community survey in 2016 to ask what would be needed in the park, and the design plan reflects what we heard from you. Some of the key features include:

A paved walking loop – the paved walkway connects all the features of the park and allows accessibility for all ages and abilities, as well as being a fitness feature in itself. The walkway also connects to the north edge of the park and leads to the Capilano library and 101 Avenue beyond.
A water fountain/water bottle filling station was also requested in the survey and while it was not financially feasible to place this next to the skatepark, SECLA funded the installation of the water fountain near the entrance to the Capilano library, a mere few steps away.
Adult/youth fitness equipment will be included in fitness pods along the walkway. The equipment will be multipurpose pieces that focus on balance and strength.
The benches which are included in the design will have arms to improve accessibility for sitting down and getting up, especially for those who are elderly or with mobility issues. Most of the benches are placed in groupings of two or more to make it easier to chat with your neighbor.
Tables for seating and to enjoy picnics in the park.
A half-basketball court.
Shade elements were strongly requested in the survey, and this is captured in the design by the inclusion of shade trees and a shade structure.
The community also asked for native planting and edible plantings and the plan is for future naturalized plantings along the north edge of the park. We will be working with Root for Trees to add native plants and edible plants in this area by community planting projects; however, the planting can only begin after a one to two-year period during which the area is undisturbed. This future planting area will be fenced off once construction begins on the rest of the park.

Now more than ever, we understand that small neighbourhood parks are essential for health and well-being. SECLA is working with the City on this project to add amenities in the park, but we need your help to get us over the finish line. We have launched a GoFundMe for this project.

The preliminary estimated cost for these improvements is $550,000. The good news is that SECLA has already raised $500,000+ thanks to hard-working volunteers and caring residents. We estimate that we have an additional possible $25,000 in funds we are likely to receive.

Could you please help us with the $25,000 shortfall? Donations of ANY size would be appreciated.

Construction is slated to begin this spring regardless of the shortfall. However, if we cannot make up the shortfall or if there are significant cost overruns, then we will have to remove some of the features from the concept plan.

Donations can be made through the GoFundMe or via cheque. Donations of $20 or more by cheque are eligible for a tax receipt. The donor’s complete name and mailing address must be provided, and the cheque should be made out to ‘The City of Edmonton’. Please let us know and we can arrange pickup and/or you can mail cheque to the SECLA address (PO Box 38025, RPO Capilano, Edmonton, Alberta T6A 3Y6) so we can ensure donations are allocated for this project. We will post periodic updates on cheque donations since they will not be included in the GoFundMe tracker. For more information or to assist with funding, feel free to contact us at: projects@secla.ca.

Thank you to the following donors who have already contributed to this project, we are so grateful for your support:

The following community leagues: Avonmore, Capilano, Forest Terrace Heights, Fulton Place, Gold Bar, Holyrood
Jim Hawkins & Sheila Thompson

Please stay tuned to SECLA’s website (secla.ca), Facebook page (@SECLAEdmonton) or Twitter (@SECLA_yeg) as new details will be posted as well as on the GoFundMe page. You are all welcome to the opening day celebration, hopefully planned for fall 2021!

Soccer Director Urgently Required

Online registration is now open for the upcoming outdoor soccer season at https://emsasoccerportal.com/ui/
We are not quite sure about the format this season and will take our direction from Alberta Health and ASA to ensure that we have a healthy and safe return to play this spring.

That being said, at this time Holyrood is in urgent need of a Community Soccer Director. Unless a new soccer director is in place within the next month or so, community soccer will not be offered in Holyrood this season. Players will be assigned to play in other communities and may not have the ability to play alongside other Holyrood kids and friends.

The soccer director works alongside a small team of other community soccer coordinators to plan and manage the Holyrood soccer program. Duties include: attending ESESA meetings, forming teams, equipment and field management, and maintaining communication with parents and coaches throughout the season. It is an exciting opportunity to make a positive contribution to our community and help shape the direction of community minor soccer in Holyrood.

If anyone is interested in the positing please contact Jared, the outgoing director at holyrood@southeastsoccer.ca. He would be happy to stay on this season and help the new director learn the ropes. If no one assumes the director role Jared will not be continuing on and there will, unfortunately, be no soccer in Holyrood this outdoor season. We are optimistic, given the strong sense of community in Holyrood, that a person, or persons will come forward and ensure that the soccer program will continue and flourish in the upcoming season.

Winterscapes Contest 2021

Front Yards in Bloom: Winterscapes Photo Contest is back from January 18 – February 28, 2021!

With all the beautiful snow that has fallen in Edmonton, there are a lot of opportunities to have fun and enjoy the beauty outside, just remember to bundle up!! This contest is a chance to spread the winter cheer to your neighbours by participating in the Front Yards in Bloom: Winterscapes contest.

There are three categories to promote winter engagement in our City. Whether it’s a Winter Garden, Winter Art or a Winter Playscape, let your imagination run wild!

Here is how to participate:
Step 1: Create a Winterscape
Step 2: Take a photo
Step 3: Submit the photo! You can submit as part of your local school, community league, workplace or solo. You can also submit on behalf of a group or for a neighbour!

The intake forms will be open from January 18th to February 28th on the Winterscapes website. Prizes will be drawn each week for submissions. The top Winterscapes winners will be recognized at the Edmonton in Bloom Awards!

Community League Day 2020

Clean out your garage at the Holyrood Haul Away, and enjoy an outdoor movie in the park!

Join us for a family-friendly socially distant event, and get a new community league membership!

Our annual big bin event is back, bring your large items for disposal from 10am – 2pm! There will be two 30cu yd bins available in the north parking lot for furniture and other large items. You need a community league membership, which will be available to purchase at the event. Masks & gloves are obligatory, you are responsible for loading your items into the bin, please wait in your car until you are flagged forward for your turn.

Please Bring: couches, chairs, sports equipment, household construction items, other household furniture items that are too large for curbside pickup.

Please do not bring: We ask that there be no white goods (appliances), electronics, mattresses, household hazardous materials (paint, propane), commercial construction materials, batteries or tires.

OUTDOOR MOVIES
Moana: 3-5pm
Princess Bride: 7-9pm

We have measured out spaces in the park behind SEESA for each family to set up their blankets/chairs, if you’re bringing chairs, please sit toward the back and leave the front spaces for blankets. Follow the marked directional arrows when seating your family. Pack it in, pack it out, please take all of your garbage with you. Masks are recommended, as is hand sanitizer if you need to use the port-a-potty. Donations for the food bank will be accepted on-site! This is an outdoor event, please dress for the weather.

Attendees of both outdoor movie screenings will be asked to provide contact information for contact tracing in-case of COVID-19 exposure. Arrive early to get a good spot and have your information recorded. Please be respectful of community league volunteers and your fellow neighbours, and maintain a 2m distance from other attendees.

Please DO NOT attend any of these events if you have a cough, runny nose, fever, rashes, or any other COVID-19 symptoms. If you have been out of the country in the past 14 days, have had contact with any who has, or is suspected of having COVID-19, please stay at home. Masks & gloves are obligatory if you are attending the Big Bin event.

Holyrood AGM 2021

“Holyrood How-To”: The AGM

Mark your calendar for Wednesday, April 28th – 7 pm.
Click on the following link to prompt RingCentral to download to your computer.
https://meetings.ringcentral.com/j/8027497947
Peruse our fascinating literature:
Tell your neighbours about the AGM and forward this page to anyone who is interested!
Consider joining our Social Committee, or filling one of our vacant board positions. We are currently recruiting for the following board positions: Vice-President, Sports & Fitness Director, Memberships Director, Civics Director, Community Garden Chairperson, and finally, Events Director. See here for more info or email Larissa at president@holyroodcommunity.org.
Pop your popcorn, get your drinks & snacks ready early on April 28th.
Log on to RingCentral and enter meeting code 802 749 7947
Use the link on the agenda to register for your free membership!
Help elect our new board for 2021/22.
Log off by 9:00 pm, knowing you’ve supported your league and helped make Holyrood even better by your participation!

Holyrood Community Playgroup

Come and make some new little friends! The Holyrood Community Playgroup offers great socialization for kids and caregivers and runs every Thursday at the First Church of God (9224 82 St NW) from 9-11am.

In general, community playgroups help to improve emotional wellbeing, physical health, capacity and independence, create more engaged education experiences, and reduce isolation for both parents and children while increasing social inclusion. Playgroups are great support moms suffering from PPD or who are in that new parent fog and need to get out of the house, but without pressure or expectations.

Some benefits of joining or attending a community playgroup include:

FREE open play environment
local/close to home
meet your neighbours in a relaxed atmosphere,
caregivers support
casual & informal, there is no commitment – drop in when it works for you

Outdoor Soccer Registration

It is already time to start planning and registering for the upcoming outdoor season. Please see HERE for more information.

REGISTRATION: Wednesday February 12th 6:00 – 8:30PM at the Rink Shack (9411 Holyrood Rd.)

Note, you must register in your home community (Feb 12th for Holyrood Community League members) or at the zone-wide registration dates at Bonnie Doon Mall.

Winter Green Shack

Keep an eye on the Green Shack in Holyrood Park, as we get ready for their winter opening!

The Winter Green Shack will run from Saturday, February 1 to Wednesday, February 26.

Monday/Wednesday 3:30-6:00 pm
Saturday 1:00 – 5:00 pm

The Winter Green Shack is for children aged 6-12 (children under the age of 6 are welcome but must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times) and will include cooperative games, outdoor cooking, sports, crafts, music, theatre, nature and imaginative play.

Winterscapes Photo Contest 2020

Front Yards in Bloom: Winterscapes Photo Contest is back from January 12 – February 17, 2020!

With all the beautiful snow that has fallen in Edmonton, there are a lot of opportunities to have fun and enjoy the beauty outside, just remember to bundle up!! This contest is a chance to spread the winter cheer to your neighbors by participating in the Front Yards in Bloom: Winterscapes contest.

There are three categories to promote winter engagement in our City. Whether it’s a Winter Garden, Winter Art or a Winter Playscape, let your imagination run wild!

The intake forms will be open from January 12th to February 27th on the Winterscapes website. Prizes will be drawn each week for submissions. The top Winterscapes winners will be recognized at the Edmonton in Bloom Awards!

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