Community Virtual Events
Family Christmas Trivia - December 20th, 6:30 p.m.
Dress in your favourite Christmas pajamas, mix up some delicious hot chocolate, and grab some popcorn (or gingerbread cookies!) and join your fellow neighbours for two rounds of family friendly, virtual Christmas trivia! Prizes to be won!
This virtual trivia event is best suited for children between the ages of 5 and 12 years old. Questions will center on general Christmas and winter facts and there will be two rounds of 15 questions each. No more than 45 minutes to play.
You can register to play HERE (limited spaces available).
This is a Battle of the Leagues! When you receive the link to participate in the trivia game, you will have the option to choose which neighbourhood you live in to see which league will earn the most points in the two trivia rounds!
The trivia event will be hosted on Google Meet, but you are more than welcome to keep your camera off while you tune in (we're parents too and we know the chaos that can ensue during fun challenges!)
All you will require is an internet connected device to participate. Popcorn and treats are at your discretion.
Questions? Message us on Facebook, or contact Dana at programs@rosenthalcommunityleague.ca.
2020 Celebration Trivia - December 27th, 7:30 p.m.
Mix up your favourite holiday drink and grab some salty snacks, and join your neighbours for two rounds of virtual trivia! Prizes to be won!
This general trivia game will have two rounds of 15 questions each, and will take about 45 minutes to play.
You can register to play HERE (space is limited). Join the Battle of the Leagues!
The trivia event will be hosted on Google Meet, but you are welcome to keep your camera off while you tune in if you prefer. All you will require is an internet connected device to participate.
Questions? Message us on Facebook, or contact Dana at programs@rosenthalcommunityleague.ca.
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What's Happening on Facebook
AMA Fill Our Fleet and HEAR For Them Donation Drives
The AMA Fill Our Fleet initiative in Secord was a great success!
Thank you to all who came by to drop off donations to the Food Bank and HEAR For Them.
Over the two days, AMA filled FIVE 3'x 3' boxes with Food Bank donations. What an amazingly generous and supportive neighbourhood we have!
Pictures courtesy of Jane Flower
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Stormwater Pond Dangers
Stormwater ponds are an important part of Edmonton's drainage infrastructure. However, due to the constant movement of water under the surface and when combined with the substances that are washed into the facility from streets, they are NOT safe for recreation activities. Recreation on these facilities is prohibited, and families should find safe winter recreation alternatives.
The Secord Community Ice Rink is an excellent alternative to playing on frozen stormwater ponds. Weather dependent, the ice rink is now open and ready for use, following safe COVID measures. Please use responsibly.
Please make sure your kids understand the danger of playing on the ice of these ponds.
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Secord Community Outdoor Ice Rink
We are happy to be able to again provide a great source of outdoor recreation for Secord residents in the form of the Community Ice Rink. Here are some guidelines and advice for residents to follow with regard to what should and should not be acceptable when using the ice rink:
1. The Province of Alberta issued a State of Public Health Emergency on November 24 due to the rising cases of COVID-19, with strict mandatory restrictions on social gatherings for the next 3 weeks. Visit https://www.alberta.ca/covid19 for details.
2. From these mandatory restrictions, we have been advised that no more than 10 persons can be on the rink at any one time until the end of the three week duration of the Public Health Emergency.
3. We have also been advised that outdoor group sports or activities that may result in close contact of people from different households, whether organized or not, is not allowed.
4. Should people be allowed to skate with hockey sticks and pucks? Should people be allowed to shoot puck in the net? This is where the debate is. From consulting with others, it would appear that the answer to both of these questions is "Yes", as long as it is done individually. The Secord Community League will allow sticks and pucks to be used and allow shooting pucks in the net, as long as people do not play hockey games and people maintain physical distancing. No goalies or close contacts with others will be tolerated.
5. Because of the 10 person restriction and to minimize outsiders from using the rink, only Secord Community League members can use the rink. Please contact us to buy your $20 membership. Do not use the rink if you do not have a valid membership.
6. If you violate a public health order, you may be subject to a $1,000 fine. Additionally, you can be prosecuted for up to $100,000 for a first offense. If you are concerned someone is not following public health orders, you can:
- remind them that not following orders is against the law and puts people at risk; or
- call the AHS public health inspectors at 1-833-415-9179
7. We are all in this together, please abide to our rules and the government regulations, and ensure that your family and others also follow these rules and regulations. The use of the Secord ice rink is a privilege, not a right.
Any questions or clarifications, do not hesitate to send us a message through Facebook or e-mail.
If there are issues with compliance and numbers, we may have to look at hiring a rink attendant during the peak ice usage periods. Failure to abide to the rules and regulations may result in the rink being closed to all (which would be our last resort).
OPEN OR CLOSED?
Last but not least, as this is an outdoor rink the usability is weather-dependent; if the temperatures warm up for a longer period of time, we will close the rink as needed. Should you note that the rink is melting or breaking due to warm temperatures, please leave the ice and let us know.
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Neighbouring News from City of Edmonton
Winter Neighbourhood Challenge
Neighbourhood Services is encouraging Edmontonians to explore their neighbourhood this winter and stay safely connected while maintaining physical distance and adhering to all public health measures.
A new challenge will be posted online on the 1st and 15th of each month from December 15, 2020 to March 15, 2021. To enter, complete the challenge safely, fill out the online entry form and submit your photo. You will be entered into a random prize draw for each challenge you complete. In addition to submitting your entry you can also share on social media using the #yegneighbouring hashtag. Perhaps the greatest prize is knowing you helped create safe opportunities to support your neighbours!
Click here for challenge details and the online entry form!
Connecting Neighbours Contact Card
Thinking about checking in on your neighbours? If so, Neighbourhood Services has a Connected Neighbours card that you can use! This card can be used to reach out to neighbours who might be at home isolating or need help. Please remember to adhere to the AHS public health guidelines when interacting and checking-in on your neighbours. Click here to download the contact card.
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The City of Edmonton Supports the Restrictions Announced by the Government of Albertal on December 8
The surge of new cases is deeply concerning and it is more important than ever that Edmontonians do everything they can to keep themselves, their loved ones and their community safe. In addition to following these new provincial measures:
Please visit edmonton.ca/covid-19 for updated information on City programs and services that are impacted by the new restrictions.
For more information on the Government of Alberta’s mandatory province-wide restrictions please visit https://www.alberta.ca/enhanced-public-health-measures.aspx
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Holiday Safety Tips for Your Pets
As you prepare for the holiday season, please keep your pets in mind to ensure it’s a safe and enjoyable time for all. Holiday decorations and treats can be trouble for pets. The following tips can help keep our furry friends healthy during the holidays.
- Christmas Trees - If you have decided to put up a real Christmas tree, please bear in mind that Tree water may contain pesticides, fertilizer and even aspirin or other chemicals. Drinking this water can cause poisoning in cats and dogs.
- Ribbons and Tinsel - Often shiny and very distracting, this string like material may cause a dangerous linear foreign body obstruction that requires surgery. Avoid using loose tinsel or other string-like materials and opt for safer pet friendly items.
- Holiday Plants and flowers - Poinsettias are known for their toxicity to pets, but they tend to have only mildly toxic effects. Holly and mistletoe are more dangerous if ingested. Flowers such as lilies and amaryllis are especially dangerous.
- Delicious Treats - A highlight of the holiday season for many is all the delicious food--chocolate, turkey, gravy, stuffing, the works. Keep the sweets and the leftovers out of reach of your family pets. Chocolate and anything sweetened with Xylitol can be toxic to your pets. Instead, make sure that you have special pet safe treats on hand. Stick with chew toys that are basically indestructible, and that can be stuffed with healthy foods or chew treats that are designed to be safely digestible. Long, stringy things are a cat's dream, but the most risky toys for cats involve ribbon, yarn and loose little parts that can get stuck in the intestines, often necessitating surgery. Instead, try a new ball that's too big to swallow, a stuffed catnip toy or the interactive cat toy.
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SECORD COMMUNITY LEAGUE MEMBERSHIP
A Secord Community League Membership is an annual family membership that grants your family free access to many community events and amenities. Membership dues collected from sales provide much needed funds for our community league to accomplish our mandate of bringing community residents together, and improving the community and the quality of life for all residents. By purchasing a membership, you are supporting the community and its future.
There are many benefits to becoming a member of the Secord Community League, such as discounts for Secord Community League events and programs, eligibility to participate in community sports teams, eligibility to participate in Community League sponsored draws and contests, and various discounts offered by the Edmonton Federation of Community Leagues - find out more at https://efcl.org/members-benefits.
Memberships can be purchased online, through Edmonton Federation of Community Leagues:
https://efcl.org/membership-purchase/.
Please note, there is a $5 fee associated with purchasing through the EFCL website.
Alternatively, you can purchase your membership online directly from the Secord Community League, follow the link:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScdY3svTrpg1-oJulIfgKd_xpLLBOjYFMysG2oyZ4hNWl9MIQ/viewform?gxids=7628&fbclid=IwAR0_DnLYaCpjQTHy4m_aELoPBkYHTNO7drwCkG8Ge6WRK927-3zBYsjkQ0o.
Secord Community League board members selling memberships are also present at many community events.
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