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Articles from Friends of the Community
Friday, September 03, 2010
Ghost Bird is a unique documentary film
By admin @ 4:45 PM :: 8 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community

Ghost Bird is a unique documentary film that will not be released in theaters. The Ivory-billed woodpecker's controversial rediscovery has been well documented in numerous books and in media around the globe. This documentary steps out of the swamp and takes an even wider perspective on the bird’s rediscovery,

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Friday, September 03, 2010
The Path to Energy Independence & Reducing our Footprint & Utility Bills
By admin @ 2:42 PM :: 7 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community, Workshops & Training

The Solar Energy Society of Alberta and the Grant MacEwan Institute of Environmental Studies presents a seven-week evening class focusing on Energy Efficiency; Solar Electricity; Solar Hot Water; Solar Home Design, Non-toxic building and Green Transportation.

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Wednesday, July 14, 2010
N. Edmonton Elementary & St. Francis of Assisi School Reunion
By mjborden @ 1:37 AM :: 44 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community

 

 

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Monday, June 28, 2010
Responsible Electricity Transmission for Albertans
By Turk99 @ 1:06 PM :: 50 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community

 

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Wednesday, June 23, 2010
ton of stuff you might be able to use
By admin @ 5:49 PM :: 110 Views :: 1 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community

Everything from baseball tickets, to volunteer recognition, to resources, to becoming a charity, and free seedling . . .

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Tuesday, June 22, 2010
Little Green Thumbs Grows Gardens in Your Facility!
By admin @ 11:52 AM :: 46 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community

Start an indoor garden through Cityfarm’s Little Green Thumbs Program and entertain your kids this summer at the same time

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Tuesday, June 15, 2010
Heartland Power Line - Update from RETA
By admin @ 3:45 PM :: 104 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community

As one of the Edmonton Board members of RETA (Responsible Electricity Transmission for Albertans), I thought I would update Edmonton community league members on our most recent progress to get the proposed 500 kilovolt double-circuit Heartland power line buried whenever it runs near homes, schools, daycares, hospitals and environmentally sensitive areas:

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Tuesday, June 08, 2010
REACH Edmonton launches membership drive
By admin @ 3:08 PM :: 108 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Volunteer Opportunity, Friends of the Community

How do we make Edmonton a safer place to live, work and play? Truth is, everyone has a role to play. And, it starts with a ‘can-do’ attitude that reflects the ability of people to help, contribute, participate and lead a culture of community safety. In a practical sense, how can this be achieved?

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Thursday, May 20, 2010
Pick Up a Skating Rink!
By admin @ 3:04 PM :: 58 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community, Free to Good Home

Laurier Heights has a wood  hockey board system, approximately 190 x 85, with recently renovated wood upgraded. 

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Thursday, May 20, 2010
Preserve and Protect Edmonton's Mature Trees
By admin @ 1:38 PM :: 88 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community

A new group supported by Bonnie Doon and Strathcona Community Leagues has formed to spearhead getting a bylaw to preserve and protect Edmonton's mature trees.

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Monday, May 17, 2010
14th Annual Older, Bolder, Better: Aging in the Right Way!
By WESAC @ 3:07 PM :: 63 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community

 

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Friday, April 30, 2010
Jane's Walk
By admin @ 2:36 PM :: 109 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community

 

Jane’s Walk 
 
Celebrate Jane Jacobs and community involvement in Edmonton.
May 1, 2010 at the Transalta ArtsBarns: 10330-84 Avenue
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Friday, February 12, 2010
Getting Involved - a great new volunteer resource!
By admin @ 4:23 PM :: 127 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community

Getting Involved!www.gettinginvolved.ca   Is online service that offers free consultations to youth looking to  become involved in their communities or in community groups in Edmonton.

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Friday, February 12, 2010
RUSH FAMILY PACK A GREAT DAY OUT! Support Lacrosse in Edmonton
By admin @ 4:22 PM :: 133 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community

The Edmonton Rush Lacrosse Club plays their next home game at 1:30 pm on Sunday February 21st at Rexall Place. Come out and bring the family for an entertaining game of Lacrosse

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Tuesday, December 22, 2009
We Pay the Gas - You Drive
By admin @ 3:28 PM :: 176 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Volunteer Opportunity, Friends of the Community

Seniors Assisted Transportation Society of Greater Edmonton (SATS) are a non-profit transportation organization which provides low-cost transportation service to low-income elderly seniors in Edmonton. In order to serve more seniors who have been waiting for a long time to get in our service, we now need to recruit as more volunteer drivers as possible.

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Monday, December 21, 2009
WANTED: Recommendation for good painters for halls!
By admin @ 11:05 AM :: 157 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community

 

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Thursday, September 24, 2009
Community League Janitorial Services
By AlannaNie @ 12:57 AM :: 224 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community
I have professional experience cleaning and although I am on maternity leave right now i am looking for a way to stay home with my children more perma...
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Monday, June 22, 2009
SPONSORED AD: Green Power Providers Lower Your Carbon Footprint
By admin @ 10:01 AM :: 303 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community

You reduce your personal environmental impact.
Conventional electricity production is among the largest industrial sources of carbon dioxide, a primary greenhouse gas linked to climate change. Electricity production is also a major source of pollutants that contribute to poor air quality and smog conditions. Leading environmental groups, including WWF-Canada, the David Suzuki Foundation and the Pembina Institute, advocate choosing clean, renewable power as a meaningful action that individuals can take to help address the global issue of climate change. Buying green electricity from a green provider reduces your personal electricity-related emissions footprint.

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Wednesday, June 10, 2009
Lacrosse Teams Seek Asphalted Rinks
By admin @ 5:28 PM :: 314 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community

potentially identifying/using an outdoor hockey rink for lacrosse practices

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Wednesday, June 10, 2009
Need Free Software for Your League?
By admin @ 5:15 PM :: 285 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community, Free to Good Home

TechSoup Canada's mission is to provide access to donated software from 25 donor partners, such as Microsoft, Adobe, Intuit, Symantec, and more.

Register Your League today with TechSoup Canada to begin requesting donated software!

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Wednesday, June 03, 2009
Ready to Sing? Join the Cantilon Choirs
By Cantilon @ 4:45 PM :: 605 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community, Workshops & Training
Ready to Sing? Join the Cantilon Choirs! Register today for the 2009- 2010 season! Cantilon Choirs has choirs in Edmonton, St. Albert, Sherwood Park ...
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Tuesday, May 19, 2009
Youth Group Seeks Program Space
By host @ 3:01 PM :: 337 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community, Workshops & Training

We are currently looking for community space for our 2009 – 2010 program season beginning September. This will include both program (Class) space as well as performance space for our youth productions.

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Tuesday, May 19, 2009
Volunteers needed to Welcome Newcomers
By host @ 2:22 PM :: 464 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Volunteer Opportunity, Friends of the Community

EISA is a non-profit organization that for thirty years has been providing services to assist new immigrants, refugees, first generation Canadians and immigrant groups regardless of age, gender, religion, nationality or ethnic origin in order to facilitate their full integration in Canadian society. By sharing talents, knowledge and time, volunteers make a significant contribution toward the successful integration and well-being of newcomers.  Join our dedicated and experienced volunteers and make a difference in the lives of newcomers to Canada

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Monday, May 11, 2009
Cohousing Information Session
By admin @ 5:36 PM :: 346 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community
HWYL cohousing works with future residents to create vibrant neighbourhoods that are environmentally, socially, and economically sustainable. Client...
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Monday, May 11, 2009
Free Sunday Matinees at the Metro
By admin @ 5:35 PM :: 329 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community
The National Film Board of Canada has received funding to provide free screenings of Canadian films on the third Sunday of every month at the Metro. T...
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Wednesday, April 15, 2009
Alectra Youth Organization adds Dynamite to Community Leagues
By host @ 6:15 PM :: 353 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community

Alectra is currently looking for community space for our 2009 – 2010 program season beginning September. This will include both program (Class) space as well as performance space for our youth productions.

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Wednesday, April 15, 2009
Space Available for Events, Meetings, & classes
By host @ 5:15 PM :: 333 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community

Available : fitness centre in the southwest side of Edmonton

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Wednesday, April 15, 2009
Children & Youth Survey Results In! Read it and Feedback to us!
By host @ 5:03 PM :: 329 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community

The Report on Edmonton’s Children and Youth was released on February 9th, 2009.  In order to ensure we are producing a useful resource for the community, and to continue to build on the quality of the report, it is important that we hear from colleagues, agencies, community members, businesses and others that have accessed it.

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Friday, March 06, 2009
Furniture Donation & Moving Program
By admin @ 2:08 PM :: 2093 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community

The Edmonton John Howard Society, through the Family Violence Prevention Centre offers the FURNITURE DONATION and MOVING PROGRAM. 

We collect donations of decent used furniture, the basics (beds, dressers, tables/chairs, etc. and limited other items such as: dishes, pots & pans, and cutlery, pictures, bedding etc.  All of these donations are collected and then donated back to those who are affected by domestic violence, such as women and children, seniors etc

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Friday, March 06, 2009
Walk your Neighbourhood for Front Yards in Bloom
By admin @ 1:44 PM :: 407 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community

Front Yards in Bloom is a successfully running program that is asking leads to get in touch with their community members.

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Friday, February 06, 2009
Be a Driver and be Paid for Helping Seniors
By admin @ 4:15 PM :: 464 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community
Would you want to wait in this cold weather for a bus if you were elderly and frail. Would you chance falling? We need drivers in all parts of the cit...
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Friday, February 06, 2009
Free Childrens Materials Offerred by KidSafe
By admin @ 3:38 PM :: 433 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community

Short stories, puzzles, coloring pages and more, kidsafe sends a good message in fun activities and is free - contact them for copies.

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Friday, February 06, 2009
Wecan Food Basket Offers Nutrition For Families
By admin @ 3:04 PM :: 711 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community
The Wecan Food Basket Society is a not-for-profit organization ensures families and individuals proper food security by providing the opportunity to buy fresh meat and produce at a significant savings from retail.
 
The program is membership-based and open to anyone to join. Every month, members place their orders by the first Friday and pick up their food on the third Thursday or Friday.
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Tuesday, December 09, 2008
(Safe) Hockey Nets Available
By host @ 5:25 PM :: 470 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community

Looking for a good deal on a great set of hockey nets?

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Wednesday, October 01, 2008
COMMUNITY PORTAL FOR USED SCHOOL STUFF
By admin @ 3:57 PM :: 727 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Friends of the Community, Free to Good Home

SCHOOL SURPLUS      You may be asking “What happens if items are not required by other school sites”?

Did you know that Edmonton Public Schools has a vehicle for making excess furniture, equipment and supplies available to other school districts, no-profit organizations, daycares and the public at large through our Community Portal.

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Friday, September 26, 2008
Invitation for Leagues to Participate in Public Health Research
By host @ 4:15 PM :: 462 Views :: 0 Comments :: :: Guinea Pigs Needed, Friends of the Community, Workshops & Training

The town-hall style discussion will follow a talk entitled, "Flu Pandemic Risk What Can You Do?".  The talk will contain useful facts about flu pandemics and will help people make informed statements about their strategies for survival.  The talk and research will be conducted by Dr. Barker.

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