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Bonnie Doon Christmas Quiz 2020
To join in the fun of the Edmonton Federation of Community Leagues' 100th Anniversary on Saturday, January 23, 2021, Bonnie Doon Community League is hosting a Community Quiz!Everyone is welcome to join in. Drop your response in the mail box at Bonnie Doon Hall (9240 – 93 St NW) b...
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To join in the fun of the Edmonton Federation of Community Leagues' 100th Anniversary on Saturday, January 23, 2021, Bonnie Doon Community League is hosting a Community Quiz!Everyone is welcome to join in. Drop your response in the mail box at Bonnie Doon Hall (9240 – 93 St NW) b...
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No Dogs permitted on Rutherford School Field
Rutherford Parent Council has asked us to share an important reminder about the bylaw for dogs on school fields and why it's more important this year: "The City of Edmonton website states 'Dogs must always be on a leash when on public property. Dogs are not allowed on school grounds, s...
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Rutherford Parent Council has asked us to share an important reminder about the bylaw for dogs on school fields and why it's more important this year: "The City of Edmonton website states 'Dogs must always be on a leash when on public property. Dogs are not allowed on school grounds, s...
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The 2020 Christmas Tree Hunt
Join your Bonnie Doon neighbours as we drive out of town (near Drayton Valley) to cut down our own Christmas trees. BDCL will buy permit(s) and coordinate the trailer sharing, however there will be no car pooling this year. We have one trailer but may need a second; do you have one?This wil...
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Join your Bonnie Doon neighbours as we drive out of town (near Drayton Valley) to cut down our own Christmas trees. BDCL will buy permit(s) and coordinate the trailer sharing, however there will be no car pooling this year. We have one trailer but may need a second; do you have one?This wil...
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Neighbourhood Watch Update - October 30, 2020
Written by Bill McMillan, Bonnie Doon Community League's Civics ChairNeighbourhood Watch and Neighbourhood Empowerment Team (NET)Our plans for a Neighbourhood Watch programme in Bonnie Doon have not materialized. We have not heard back from the Neighbourhood Watch office in over a mo...
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Written by Bill McMillan, Bonnie Doon Community League's Civics ChairNeighbourhood Watch and Neighbourhood Empowerment Team (NET)Our plans for a Neighbourhood Watch programme in Bonnie Doon have not materialized. We have not heard back from the Neighbourhood Watch office in over a mo...
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Radon in Bonnie Doon, by Bonnie Doon Resident Barb Neil
Written by Bonnie Doon resident Barb Neil:"Two years ago I ordered radon detection kits from University of Calgary’s Evict Radon to test my Bonnie Doon home, built in 2002, and my brother’s Lendrum home, built around 1960. These long-term detectors were in place for four months, over ...
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Written by Bonnie Doon resident Barb Neil:"Two years ago I ordered radon detection kits from University of Calgary’s Evict Radon to test my Bonnie Doon home, built in 2002, and my brother’s Lendrum home, built around 1960. These long-term detectors were in place for four months, over ...
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Neighbours and your well-being
Some of us have no idea who our neighbours are. Others host street parties and know the first names of many on their block. Researchers are discovering there are health benefits to being connected with your neighbours and risks to being isolated.Since 2014 the league has taken advantage of Edmont...
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Some of us have no idea who our neighbours are. Others host street parties and know the first names of many on their block. Researchers are discovering there are health benefits to being connected with your neighbours and risks to being isolated.Since 2014 the league has taken advantage of Edmont...
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Coyotes In Our Neighbourhood
Please see the notice below regarding recent coyote encounters in Cloverdale / Gallagher Park. We understand there is a coyote den on the wooded edge of Maurice Lavallee school grounds. For more information, community members can also visit Coyotes or check out Your Guid...
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Please see the notice below regarding recent coyote encounters in Cloverdale / Gallagher Park. We understand there is a coyote den on the wooded edge of Maurice Lavallee school grounds. For more information, community members can also visit Coyotes or check out Your Guid...
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2020 Membership drive, October 4
Hi Bonnie DoonersThe coronavirus put the kibosh on our annual Supper's On Us community BBQ but we still want a chance to see your smiling faces and make it easy for you to renew your league membership.Date: Sunday, October 4, 2020Time: 2:00 pm to 4:00 pmWhere: Bonnie Doon Park, 9240 93 StreetHow:...
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Hi Bonnie DoonersThe coronavirus put the kibosh on our annual Supper's On Us community BBQ but we still want a chance to see your smiling faces and make it easy for you to renew your league membership.Date: Sunday, October 4, 2020Time: 2:00 pm to 4:00 pmWhere: Bonnie Doon Park, 9240 93 StreetHow:...
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Masks for Seniors - Thank you
Thank you to the amazing sewers in our neighbourhood who donated reusable masks to our packages for seniors. Bonnie Doon Community League purchased 6 boxes or reusable masks and we put out a request on our social media and in our August email newsletter, and our neighbourhood sewers got to ...
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Thank you to the amazing sewers in our neighbourhood who donated reusable masks to our packages for seniors. Bonnie Doon Community League purchased 6 boxes or reusable masks and we put out a request on our social media and in our August email newsletter, and our neighbourhood sewers got to ...
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Rutherford School Bottle and Food Drive - September 1, 2020
A note from Rutherford School Parent Councill:"Rutherford Parent Council is hosting a Bottle Drive in support of Rutherford School (Bonnie Doon's elementary school) on Tuesday, September 1, from 10am – 3pm. Please drop off your donations to the auxiliary parking lot, outside the gym.&n...
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A note from Rutherford School Parent Councill:"Rutherford Parent Council is hosting a Bottle Drive in support of Rutherford School (Bonnie Doon's elementary school) on Tuesday, September 1, from 10am – 3pm. Please drop off your donations to the auxiliary parking lot, outside the gym.&n...
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Back To School Bicycle Safety Day - Aug 30, 2020
Join Bonnie Doon Corner Market on Sunday August 30th from 1 to 3pm for Bonnie Doon Back to School Bicycle Safety Day.Bonnie Doon bike enthusiast, Peter Codizal, is organizing a Bonnie Doon Back to School Bicycle Safety Day, in collaboration with Bonnie Doon Corner Market, the Alberta Cycling...
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Join Bonnie Doon Corner Market on Sunday August 30th from 1 to 3pm for Bonnie Doon Back to School Bicycle Safety Day.Bonnie Doon bike enthusiast, Peter Codizal, is organizing a Bonnie Doon Back to School Bicycle Safety Day, in collaboration with Bonnie Doon Corner Market, the Alberta Cycling...
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Bonnie Doon Bike Tour a Success
On Aug. 6 during a Bonnie Doon’s 'Men’s Shed’’ Bike Tour, seven of our neighbours told about several important people and places that made Bonnie Doon what it is today. We heard the stories of growing up in Bonnie Doon, two surviving and cherished heritage homes, the...
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On Aug. 6 during a Bonnie Doon’s 'Men’s Shed’’ Bike Tour, seven of our neighbours told about several important people and places that made Bonnie Doon what it is today. We heard the stories of growing up in Bonnie Doon, two surviving and cherished heritage homes, the...
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We're building a (little, free) library!
We are creating a new Little Free Library and would appreciate your Help.The box has its own storied past. Over 100 years ago the library began as a cupboard in an RCMP dormitory near Wabamun Lake. Last month, Bonnie Dooner John Taylor re-purposed the cupboard for its next chapter as a libra...
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We are creating a new Little Free Library and would appreciate your Help.The box has its own storied past. Over 100 years ago the library began as a cupboard in an RCMP dormitory near Wabamun Lake. Last month, Bonnie Dooner John Taylor re-purposed the cupboard for its next chapter as a libra...
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Bonnie Doon Community Bike Tour - August 6
Join us on August 6 for A Bonnie Doon Community Bike Tour for adults and children, organized by Bonnie Doon Men's Shed Group. If there is rain then we’ll reschedule to Aug 13, one week later.Highlighting historical landmarks and interesting stories about those who lived here befo...
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Join us on August 6 for A Bonnie Doon Community Bike Tour for adults and children, organized by Bonnie Doon Men's Shed Group. If there is rain then we’ll reschedule to Aug 13, one week later.Highlighting historical landmarks and interesting stories about those who lived here befo...
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Powwow at the park
Hello / Aaniin / Tansi!Do come down if you’re in Edmonton for EFCL's COVID-safe outdoor powwow with ample space for social distancing and masks + hand sanitizer available.Smokin Buffalo Singers (Cree) will be drumming and will MC this event, so Chi Miigwetch to them!Also, some sort of light...
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Hello / Aaniin / Tansi!Do come down if you’re in Edmonton for EFCL's COVID-safe outdoor powwow with ample space for social distancing and masks + hand sanitizer available.Smokin Buffalo Singers (Cree) will be drumming and will MC this event, so Chi Miigwetch to them!Also, some sort of light...
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