Community Updates n. 3

1. the sally ann runs a Christmas program for lico (low income cut off) families who need some help during the holidays. If you need help call 403-410-1158  ~ if you or your organization is interested in volunteering, donating, or ‘adopting’ a family for Christmas call Jeff at 403-220-0432 ext. 224

2. Lenscrafters is offering free eye exams and glasses for folks who need ‘em. November 7th 2010 at the Marlborough Mall Lenscrafters from 8-11 am

3. the Aboriginal Friendship Centre of Calgary is launching a new newsletter for youth called “ the buffalo eye” anyone 10 – 24 can submit. E-mail Lawrence for info lgervais@afccalgary.org -  Another Aboriginal youth magazine in Calgary – New Tribe has been in circulation for years, and continues to accept submissions from youth as well. Check out their awesome website: http://www.newtribemagazine.ca/index.html

4. For those of you who haven’t heard, <eetup is a NYC based initiative that helps people connect with individuals and groups in their community with similar interests and values. Popular groups in Calgary include: community development, dating, reading, films, and outdoor activities. Check it out.

5. Looking for something to do? Maybe you need a space for your next event? Or a market for your fundraiser, Calgary Community Events has a free listing board for community groups where you can find or post news, and links to book community halls and other cheap buildings. http://www.calgaryarea.com/

Community Updates no. 002

1. Quickdraw is rocking another of it's Aboriginal Youth Animation Projects. Final deadline to apply is nov. 5. Contact the team leader for info 403-261-5767. 


2. Halloween! check out cool events for everyone here, and events for adults only here


3. Oh - and here (Nightmare on Bannock Street ... ug. sounds spooky.) check it out on Facebook. 


4. Market Collective is coming up. This is potentially one of the most amazing things Calgary is doing. Check them out http://www.marketcollective.ca/ 


5. Join us at Arusha's monthly Potluck/Market at the Hillhurst/Sunnyside Community Association on the Second Wednesday of every month 6:00 PM. These pot-lucks are an extention of the Calgary Dollars Project: 


"Calgary Dollars is the Arusha Centre's complementary currency system that brings together
local talents and resources to strengthen our local economy and build community. A community's 
true wealth lies in the skills, talents and capabilities of its members. We believe that every person
has something of value to offer to their neighbours. By encouraging local production and consumption, 
we are committed to creating a healthy economy that is rooted in a 
healthy society and a healthy ecosystem."

Check this out....

Smile or Die. or.... the downside of optimism.

community update no 1.

The Aboriginal Friendship Centre of Calgary mails out updates regarding events and community issues to it's members. to get the word out or to become a member e-mail info@afccalgary.org

October 26 there is a Free Rad Show (music for snazzers that have accessibility barriers & their pals) these shows, the brain children of local run-about Ian Gordon, are held especially for encouraging folks who don't go to shows like kyds in group homes, and folks with disabilities, to get into some new music & community. Tell your pals. At Cantos 134 11th ave SE 6:30-9:30 pm

Albertans Advocating for Change Together (AACT) a self advocacy group for folks with disabilities and their allies met this Friday in Red Deer, they're working on lots of important issues & we can't wait to hear what we can do to help support them... http://sasummit.com/

Calgary Arts Authority is working on research to find out the needs of artists in our city. Help them out & have your voice heard: Calgary Arts Development 

The Distress Center's Brown Bag Lunch series is hosting a workshop... Voicing, Volunteering and Voting, on Tuesday October 26th from 12:00 to 1:30 contact Lynda to register