In Slave Lake this week March 21 – 27

Photo: Ice on Lesser Slave Lake courtesy of the Boreal Centre for Bird Conservation MINOR SOCCER EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION will start March...

In Slave Lake this week March 21 - 27

And what are you doing this weekend?

Saturday, March 20 is the first day of spring and if you’re not involved in any events yet, there are lots to choose from. Scrappin’...

And what are you doing this weekend?

Anglers Cup, richest cash tournament in Canada June 18 & 19

Photo: Glenn Monahan (left) with 2009 Anglers Cup 1st place winners Ken Carpenter & Tracey Crain; and Chris...

Anglers Cup, richest cash tournament in Canada June 18 & 19

Does your organization need a computer?

Thanks to the partnership with the 2010 Arctic Winter Games ATB Financial has FREE LAPTOPS to donate to Non-Profit organizations. “ATB...

Does your organization need a computer?

Rotary Club Olympic Hockey Pool Winners

Harry Bartlett (left) with the Slave Lake Rotary Club presenting cheques to the Olympic Hockey Pool winners. (L to R) Francis McDonald,...

Rotary Club Olympic Hockey Pool Winners
In Slave Lake this week March 21 - 27

In Slave Lake this week March 21 – 27

Photo: Ice on Lesser Slave Lake courtesy of the Boreal Centre for Bird Conservation
MINOR SOCCER EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION will start March 22, 2010
Register ONLINE at www.slavelakesoccer.com between March 22 and April 4, 2010 and receive a $10 discount for each child. (Only online registrations qualify for early bird discount.) Regular fees will apply starting April 5th. For more information, visit www.slavelakesoccer.com and click on [...]

And what are you doing this weekend?

And what are you doing this weekend?

Saturday, March 20 is the first day of spring and if you’re not involved in any events yet, there are lots to choose from.
Scrappin’ For Seniors
You can “Scrap” all weekend by registering for this Vanderwell Lodge Expansion Fundraiser.
SCRAPPIN’ FOR SENIORS starts Friday March 19 at Northern Lakes College and the $85.00 registration fee includes [...]

Family FROST FEST Schedule Feb. 8 - 15

Family FROST FEST Schedule Feb. 8 – 15

Slave Lake’s 6th Annual “FAMILY FROST FEST 2010″  February 8 – 15  Including Random Acts of Kindness Week.  (See FAMILY DAY Schedule below)
“Family Day FROLIC IN THE PARK” Monday, Feb. 15 from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Includes a free BBQ & Hot Chocolat, Sleigh Rides, Toy Mountain and Kids Games.
“PARTY AT THE [...]

 POOL Schedule

POOL Schedule

The Northern Lights Aquatic Centre regular schedule can be found in the POOL CALENDAR.
Check the calendar for holiday schedule.
The Aquatic Centre will be closed for Christmas from Thursday, Dec. 24 to Sunday, Dec. 27 and New Years Day, Friday, Jan. 1.
Public Swim goes from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. (with Waverider) all days the pool is open and [...]

Rotary Club Olympic Hockey Pool Winners

Rotary Club Olympic Hockey Pool Winners

Harry Bartlett (left) with the Slave Lake Rotary Club presenting cheques to the Olympic Hockey Pool winners. (L to R) Francis McDonald, Barb Carrell, Joyce Robinson, Sheri Huska, Jordon Huska, Kaitlyn Huska & George Robinson.
The big winners of the hockey pool were George Robinson, Cory Huska and Doug Smith sharing the 1st place prize with $583.33 each. [...]

Slave Lake fire truck on its way to Mexico

Slave Lake fire truck on its way to Mexico

Photo: Taking delivery of the fire truck last summer is Grand Prairie Rotary Club representative Allan Kuechle with Slave Lake Rotary Club President Ali Mouallem and Lesser Slave Regional Fire Service chief Jamie Coutts.
With the help of the SLave Lake Rotary Club, a used yet re-furbished fire truck from Slave Lake is on its way [...]

Penn West donates $50,000 to Slave Lake Rotary Club Library

Penn West donates $50,000 to Slave Lake Rotary Club Library

Carl Chykerda (centre left) superintendent for the Mitsue District of Penn West Petroleum Ltd. presents a cheque in the amount of $50,000 to Rotary Club Library Chairman Joe McWilliams on Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2010.
Joining in the celebrations are Rotary Club members (L to R) Sheri Smears, Wendy Barton, Amanda Mattern, Ali Mouallem, Harry Bartlett and library board members [...]

“On the move”…library will be closed Dec. 1 – 10

A note from Assistant Librarian Carrie MacDonald says they will be officially moving to their new space (photo above) on Dec,. 4th and the library will be closed from Dec. 1 through to the 10th.
If you want to make a “last visit” to the Slave Lake Municipal Library in its present location, you only have [...]

Connecting To Who You Really Are - A Workshop for Young Women

Connecting To Who You Really Are – A Workshop for Young Women

A workshop for Young Women and their Mentors will be held October 16 – 17 at the Boreal Centre for Bird Conservation. Space is limited to 30 people so register early to guarantee your spot. 
This wonderful workshop will explore ways to connect to who you really are in a fun and creative way. You will [...]

Beach Boot Camp, get ready to work

Beach Boot Camp, get ready to work

Running, jumping and playing is the theme for the beach boot camp running this July in Slave Lake.
“It’s a fun supportive, non-competitive way to work out,” says Tasha Albert, Beach Boot Camp instructor. “We will be using the power of sand to increase the intensity of the exercises.”
The class runs every Tuesday and Thursday from [...]

In Slave Lake this week March 21 - 27

In Slave Lake this week March 21 – 27

Photo: Ice on Lesser Slave Lake courtesy of the Boreal Centre for Bird Conservation
MINOR SOCCER EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION will start March 22, 2010
Register ONLINE at www.slavelakesoccer.com between March 22 and April 4, 2010 and receive a $10 discount for each child. (Only online registrations qualify for early bird discount.) Regular fees will apply starting April 5th. For more information, visit www.slavelakesoccer.com and click on [...]

In Slave Lake this week March 14 - 20

In Slave Lake this week March 14 – 20

Jim Meldrum KAYAKING on the river at Lesser Slave Lake, Spring, 2009. Visit the Lesser Slave Lake Sea Kayaking Club website at http://www.lslskc.com/.  Photo courtesy of Tim Horsman.
Sunday, March 14 DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME begins – move your clock ahead one hour!
MARCH 16, 2010. Offered LIVE ONLINE Transform Your Yard - Living Landscapes Series is a 3 part series starting TUESDAY, March 16.Click [...]

In Slave Lake this week March 21 – 27

Photo: Ice on Lesser Slave Lake courtesy of the Boreal Centre for Bird Conservation

MINOR SOCCER EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION will start March 22, 2010

Register ONLINE at www.slavelakesoccer.com between March 22 and April 4, 2010 and receive a $10 discount for each child. (Only online registrations qualify for early bird discount.) Regular fees will apply starting April 5th. For more information, visit www.slavelakesoccer.com and click on 2010 Soccer Season on the menu.

GRAND OPENING CELEBRATIONS Tuesday, March 23, 2010 at 12:00 noon Northern Lakes College will be hosting Grand Opening Celebrations for the INDUSTRY TRAINING ANNEX in Slave Lake.  12:00 noon speeches, 12:15 pm tour and demonstrations  Northern Lakes College Industry Training Annex,   Slave Lake, at 924-8th Street NW.

Wednesday, March 24, 2010 The Slave Lake & District Chamber of Commerce and its partners are proud to present the 12 STEPS OF SUCCESSION PLANNING program, by the University of Alberta School of Business at The Sawridge Inn & Conference Centre. COST: $35.00 each for first 2 persons, $20.00 for each additional family member Cheque or money-order only.

Starting March 24, 2010 register for the “ALTERNATIVE ENERGY & ENERGY EFFICIENCY series LIVE OnlineClick here for registration forms and more information

Slave Lake ADULT EDUCATION Courses coming up; VINTNER’S DINNER Thursday, March 25, at the Sawridge Inn & Conference Centre.

POSSESSION ACQUISITION LICENSE (Firearms Safety)March 27 & 28 and other dates in May.  Click here for details and a listing of all Slave Lake Adult Education courses. To Register call (780) 849-8625 or email kinneek@northernlakescollege.ca.

ANNUAL MURDER MYSTERY DINNER Saturday, March 27, 2010, 6:00 p.m. Town Foyer New Government Centre. Contact the Rotary Club of Slave Lake Library.

DISCIMINATION AWARENESS Workshop Saturday, March 27, 1010, 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. at the Slave Lake Friendship Centre. Call (780) 849-7801 to register. Sponsored by the The Literacy & Learning Site.

EASTER PARTY FUNDRAISER Saturday, March 27, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.at the Widewater Complex. Hosted by the Southshore Children’s Association. Activities are themed for ages 0 – 6 years, but all ages are welcome.

HOME ALONE SAFELY (For ages 9 – 11) Saturday, March 27 from 9 am – 3 pm at Northern Lakes College.   Fee: $25.  Call Michelle at  780 849-8000 for more info. Are you home alone before & after school for short periods of time? Than this  course is for you!!!

Check EVENTS calender for detailed information on up coming EVENTS for March. April... and to plan your events.

Northern Lakes College is offering a variety of courses for March and April in Slave Lake, Wabasca and High Prairie. BUSINESS/PROFESSIONAL Development Course BUSINESS WRITING – Clear, Concise,Successful is offered April 15-16 from 9:00 am – 4:00 pm. .Click here for more information and registration.

For course listings and details or to register see NLC Workforce Development in the DIRECTORY and the WorkForceDevelopment CALENDAR on myslavelake.com.

FIRE SEASON  Starts April 1

Fire Permits will be required for any burning in the FOREST PROTECTION AREA. You can get a FREE PERMIT by contacting your local Sustainable Resource Development Office.

WINTER BURNING - Our area of the province has received LESS THAN HALF of average annual snowfall. It is important to CHECK your winter burningClick here for WINTER BURNING TIPS.

COMING UP

2010 CANADIAN TIRE ANGLERS CUP June 18 & 19, 2010. The richest cash tournament in Canada will provide a total Cash Prize Payout of $145,000. 1st place prize will payout $66,000. Check out the 2010 Canadian Tire Anglers Cup Website http://anglerscup.ca for entry forms & FAQ

4th Annual Community Showcase

4th ANNUAL COMMUNITY SHOWCASE Wednesday, March 31 at Northern Lakes College. Contact Lenny Richer or Rebecca Rose at (780) 849-8000. Display Booths, Keynote Speaker & Training Session.

Tim Hortons March Specials

“ROLL UP THE RIM” to Win starts March 1

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And what are you doing this weekend?

Saturday, March 20 is the first day of spring and if you’re not involved in any events yet, there are lots to choose from.

Scrappin’ For Seniors

You can “Scrap” all weekend by registering for this Vanderwell Lodge Expansion Fundraiser.

SCRAPPIN’ FOR SENIORS starts Friday March 19 at Northern Lakes College and the $85.00 registration fee includes meals. The action packed weekend will include Great Food, a Gourmet Coffee Bar, Make & Take Workshops, Raffles & Silent Auction, Aquasize Class, Wall Climbing and Karaoke.

Registration forms can be picked up at the Town Office or Email Shirley at toozippy@telusplanet.net or Val at val@slavelake.ca. for an E-form.

Fishing Derby

If you prefer to be outdoors, how about a great sunny day at the lake? The Curling Club is holding an ICE FISHING DERBY at the west end of Slave Lake on Saturday, March 20.

Your entry fee of $100 for the main event will include a full day of fishing with a chance to win the grand prize of $2,000, and a 5:30 p.m. supper at the Slave Lake Curling Club.

Click here for REGISTRATION FORMS, rules & License.

For more information you can contact Doug Albers @ 780 805-5140 or Clayton Byrt @780 8o5-4107.

Click here for Slave Lake Curling Club Ice Fishing Derby 2009 photo gallery.

Maybe you want to try your luck at cards!

Poker

The Rotary Club TEXAS HOLD’EM FUN POKER Theme night takes place Saturday, March 20 at the Sawridge Banquet Room from 5:00 pm – 12:00 Midnight. This $100 Invitation event includes lots of fun, lots of appetizers and lots of prizes. All proceeds from the event will go to Community Projects.

For more Information contact Harry Bartlett @ 780.805.0482.

Regional Cribbage Tournament

Or, Saturday, March 20 you can travel to Smith for the REGIONAL CRIBBAGE  tournament. Play starts at 10:00 a.m. and the $15.00 fee includes lunch. Everyone is welcome.

Skating Carnival

For great family entertainment, you can spend Saturday afternoon watching talented local skaters at the Arctic Ice Centre. The annual SKATING CARNIVAL will take place Saturday, March 20, 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. The Lakeside Figure Skating Club Presents “So You Think You Can Skate.” Admission $2/person or $5/family.

For more information please call Lenora Wheeler at (780) 805-4872 or Pam Dodds at (780) 849-2955.

Run a 10K

You could LEARN TO RUN a 10k. Meet at 10:00 a.m. at Northern Lakes College. The Slave Lake Running Group would like to invite beginning or re-starting runners to follow a ”Learn to Run” program with new friends. Meet every Saturday and go for smoothies at “Here’s to Your Health” afterwards.

The program, developed to help new runners prepare for the Vancouver Sun Run takes you gently from ”Walk 1minute, Run 2 minutes to be able to ”Run 10 minutes, Walk 1 minute for 10k” in 13 weeks. Just in time for the Bird Run/Walk on June 6.

For more information on the Saturday running group and the ‘Learn to Run a 10k’ you can contact Cindy Snedden780-849-5853 or Email: snedden@telusplanet.net, Edith Mackenzie 780-849-2232 or Email: potmack@telusplanet.net.

HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND!

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Anglers Cup, richest cash tournament in Canada June 18 & 19

Photo: Glenn Monahan (left) with 2009 Anglers Cup 1st place winners Ken Carpenter & Tracey Crain; and Chris Monahan and Angel Meinecke.

The 2010 Canadian Tire Anglers Cup Walleye Tournament will have a total cash prize payout of $145,000.00 and according to the organizers this represents the richest cash tournament in Canada.

The tournament will be held June 18 and Saturday, June 19 on Lesser Slave Lake and the 2 day combined team weight winner will take home a 1st place prize of $66,000. The prize for 2nd place is $15,000 and 3rd place winners will take home $10,000.

The prize payout is based on Full Entry - Prizes will be prorated on per cent of entries sold.

The Entry fee is $1000.00 per team and Entry forms must be submitted by May 1, 2010 with last year’s teams being grandfathered.

Entry forms are available on the Anglers Cup website at http://anglerscup.ca

The website also has FAQ section and CONTACT US form to submit your question. All updates will be listed on the site and Team Entries will be posted on an ENTRIES LIST. You are asked to keep checking back as the list will be updated as entries are received.

Photo: 2009 Anglers Cup 1st place winners Ken Carpenter & Tracy Crain (centre) 2nd place Claudio Ongaro & Paul Daludet (left) 3rd place Ryan Johnson & Edwin Johnson.


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Does your organization need a computer?

Thanks to the partnership with the 2010 Arctic Winter Games ATB Financial has FREE LAPTOPS to donate to Non-Profit organizations.

ATB gave 100 laptops to the Games and they are returning those computers to the community for free,” said Pearl Pearson, the bank’s manager in Slave Lake.

Non Profit organizations have to apply and return their forms here, and we forward it to a committee who will decide which organizations receive the computers.”

For an opportunity to receive a laptop complete with all operating systemssubmit an application indicating how your organization will use the computers and the benefits to your organization of having the computers.

Applications can be dropped off at your local ATB Financial Branch.

Click here for application form

As a major sponsor of the Arctic Winter Games, ATB Financial provided a cash donation of $10,000 along with a legacy donation of 100 laptops for use during the games.

After the games community groups across Northern Alberta would be allowed to apply to ATB Financial to have some donated to them.

The Arctic Winter Games were held in Grande Prairie, Alberta March 6 – 13, 2010.

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Movie at the Rex Theatre March 19-22

Valentine’s Day

February 14th, Valentines Day, is not a national holiday, but it is one of those days that must be celebrated. There are “special someones” in your life who expect to receive romantic gifts from their lovers. Commercialism has put a tremendous amount of pressure on men to give their lovers a romantic day with all the trimmings. Women are under pressure to have a man, or they feel desperate and unloved. Valentines Day follows the lives of several couples during this day. Their stories are told through the interconnections they have with each other. Some will find romance in their relationship, and others will feel the heartbreak of ending a relationship. In this Russian roulette world of finding love, everyone in the film is asking for advice on how to find and keep true love. IMDB

 

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