Calendar of Events
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All Upcoming Events
Seniors Emergency Preparedness - Heat and Cold Wave
Friday, July 30, 2010 | The seniors Emergency Preparedness Program is designed to empower seniors in the municipality to be prepared in the event of a disaster or emergency. This month's topic is heat and cold waves.
Event Type: Event
Time: 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Location: Rotary House
Contact: 780-799-8085
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Roll and Stroll
Friday, July 30, 2010 | Bring your friends, family, and your stroller out for a walk through the trails and explore the beauty that Fort McMurray has to offer. Walk with us every Tuesday morning from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., and starting June 25th we will also offer Roll and Stroll every Friday from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Event Type: Event
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Location: Abasand Trails
Contact: Jill Smith, Recreation Program Leader 780-799-1144
Website: http://www.woodbuffalo.ab.ca/programs
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Candidate Information Session for Election 2010
Saturday, July 31, 2010 | Candidate Information Sessions will be held to inform interested parties of the basic election processes and to provide an overview on topics such as the recent amendments to the Local Authorities Election Act and the placement of election signs.
This information session is for Ward 1 (Fort McMurray) and Ward 3 (Saprae Creek).
Event Type: Event
Time: 9 a.m.
Location: Council Chambers in the Jubilee Centre
Website: http://www.woodbuffalo.ab.ca/election2010
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Heritage Day
Monday, August 02, 2010 | See the Heritage Park website for more details.
Event Type: Event
Time: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: Heritage Park
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Roll and Stroll
Tuesday, August 03, 2010 | Bring your friends, family, and your stroller out for a walk through the trails and explore the beauty that Fort McMurray has to offer. Walk with us every Tuesday morning from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., and starting June 25th we will also offer Roll and Stroll every Friday from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Event Type: Event
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Location: Birchwood Trails
Contact: Jill Smith, Recreation Program Leader 780-799-1144
Website: http://www.woodbuffalo.ab.ca/programs
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Waterpark Wednesdays
Wednesday, August 04, 2010 | Waterpark Wednesdays are supervised water games and activities at different waterparks in Fort McMurray on Wednesdays throughout the summer.
Event Type: Event
Time: 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Location: Lakewood Waterpark
Contact: Jill Smith, Recreation Program Leader 780-799-1144
Website: http://www.woodbuffalo.ab.ca/programs
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Family Fitness
Thursday, August 05, 2010 | Bring along your whole family for a run through the Birchwood Trails with a Certified Personal Trainer and try out our Green Gym along the way. We offer exercise for all athletic abilities and fun for the whole family.
Event Type: Event
Time: 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Location: Birchwood paved fitness trail
Cost: Free
Contact: Jillian Smith 780-799-1144
Website: http://www.woodbuffalo.ab.ca/programs
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Monster Games
Thursday, August 05, 2010 | A variety of large scale team-oriented games.
Event Type: Event
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Location: Howard Pew Park
Cost: Free
Contact: Jill Smith, Recreation Program Leader 780-799-1144
Website: http://www.woodbuffalo.ab.ca/programs
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Roll and Stroll
Friday, August 06, 2010 | Bring your friends, family, and your stroller out for a walk through the trails and explore the beauty that Fort McMurray has to offer. Walk with us every Tuesday morning from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., and starting June 25th we will also offer Roll and Stroll every Friday from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Event Type: Event
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Location: Beacon Hill trails
Contact: Jill Smith, Recreation Program Leader 780-799-1144
Website: http://www.woodbuffalo.ab.ca/programs
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Painting in the Park
Monday, August 09, 2010 | Join us at varying parks throughout Fort McMurray every Monday morning at 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. starting June 14th for Painting in the Park. All easels and supplies will be available for use for a small fee of $2.
Event Type: Event
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Location: Borealis Waterpark
Contact: Jill Smith, Recreation Program Leader 780-799-1144
Website: http://www.woodbuffalo.ab.ca/programs
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Roll and Stroll
Tuesday, August 10, 2010 | Bring your friends, family, and your stroller out for a walk through the trails and explore the beauty that Fort McMurray has to offer. Walk with us every Tuesday morning from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., and starting June 25th we will also offer Roll and Stroll every Friday from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Event Type: Event
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Location: Lakewood Waterpark
Contact: Jill Smith, Recreation Program Leader 780-799-1144
Website: http://www.woodbuffalo.ab.ca/programs
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Waterpark Wednesdays
Wednesday, August 11, 2010 | Waterpark Wednesdays are supervised water games and activities at different waterparks in Fort McMurray on Wednesdays throughout the summer.
Event Type: Event
Time: 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Location: Howard Pew Waterpark
Contact: Jill Smith, Recreation Program Leader 780-799-1144
Website: http://www.woodbuffalo.ab.ca/programs
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Family Fitness
Thursday, August 12, 2010 | Bring along your whole family for a run through the Birchwood Trails with a Certified Personal Trainer and try out our Green Gym along the way. We offer exercise for all athletic abilities and fun for the whole family.
Event Type: Event
Time: 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Location: Birchwood paved fitness trail
Cost: Free
Contact: Jillian Smith 780-799-1144
Website: http://www.woodbuffalo.ab.ca/programs
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Little Green Thumbs
Thursday, August 12, 2010 | A chance for youth to experience gardening and growing their own veggies. This event takes place July 15, July 29, August 12 and August 26.
Event Type: Event
Time: 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Location: Borealis Park
Cost: Free
Contact: Jill Smith 780-799-1144
Website: http://www.woodbuffalo.ab.ca/programs
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Roll and Stroll
Friday, August 13, 2010 | Bring your friends, family, and your stroller out for a walk through the trails and explore the beauty that Fort McMurray has to offer. Walk with us every Tuesday morning from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., and starting June 25th we will also offer Roll and Stroll every Friday from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Event Type: Event
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Location: Wood Buffalo Water Park
Contact: Jill Smith, Recreation Program Leader 780-799-1144
Website: http://www.woodbuffalo.ab.ca/programs
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Road Hockey Tournament
Saturday, August 14, 2010 | Co-ed ball hockey tournament. For more information, please call Jillian Smith at 780-799-1144 or 780-215-0141.
For more summer programs, visit www.woodbuffalo.ab.ca/programs.
Event Type: Event
Time: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Location: Casman Centre Parking Lot (formerly Thickwood Arena)
Contact: Jillian Smith at 780+-799-1144 or 780-215-0141
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India Independence Day Celebration
Sunday, August 15, 2010 | India Independence Day celebration
Event Type: Event
Time: 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Location: Timberlea Athletic Park
Contact: 780-972-5728
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Ice Cream Sundae
Sunday, August 15, 2010 | A drive-in movie with sundaes
Event Type: Event
Time: Noon to 7 p.m.
Location: Howard Pew Park in Waterways
Contact: Megan Brushett, 780-799-1144
Website: http://www.woodbuffalo.ab.ca/programs
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Painting in the Park
Monday, August 16, 2010 | Join us at varying parks throughout Fort McMurray every Monday morning at 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. starting June 14th for Painting in the Park. All easels and supplies will be available for use for a small fee of $2.
Event Type: Event
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Location: Simon & Lucas Park (Abasand)
Contact: Jill Smith, Recreation Program Leader 780-799-1144
Website: http://www.woodbuffalo.ab.ca/programs
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Roll and Stroll
Tuesday, August 17, 2010 | Bring your friends, family, and your stroller out for a walk through the trails and explore the beauty that Fort McMurray has to offer. Walk with us every Tuesday morning from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., and starting June 25th we will also offer Roll and Stroll every Friday from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Event Type: Event
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Location: Abasand Trails
Contact: Jill Smith, Recreation Program Leader 780-799-1144
Website: http://www.woodbuffalo.ab.ca/programs
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Waterpark Wednesdays
Wednesday, August 18, 2010 | Waterpark Wednesdays are supervised water games and activities at different waterparks in Fort McMurray on Wednesdays throughout the summer.
Event Type: Event
Time: 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Location: Wood Buffalo Water Park
Contact: Jill Smith, Recreation Program Leader 780-799-1144
Website: http://www.woodbuffalo.ab.ca/programs
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Family Fitness
Thursday, August 19, 2010 | Bring along your whole family for a run through the Birchwood Trails with a Certified Personal Trainer and try out our Green Gym along the way. We offer exercise for all athletic abilities and fun for the whole family.
Event Type: Event
Time: 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Location: Birchwood paved fitness trail
Cost: Free
Contact: Jillian Smith 780-799-1144
Website: http://www.woodbuffalo.ab.ca/programs
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Monster Games
Thursday, August 19, 2010 | A variety of large scale team-oriented games.
Event Type: Event
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Location: Howard Pew Park
Cost: Free
Contact: Jill Smith, Recreation Program Leader 780-799-1144
Website: http://www.woodbuffalo.ab.ca/programs
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Roll and Stroll
Friday, August 20, 2010 | Bring your friends, family, and your stroller out for a walk through the trails and explore the beauty that Fort McMurray has to offer. Walk with us every Tuesday morning from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., and starting June 25th we will also offer Roll and Stroll every Friday from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Event Type: Event
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Location: Birchwood Trails
Contact: Jill Smith, Recreation Program Leader 780-799-1144
Website: http://www.woodbuffalo.ab.ca/programs
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Amazing Alphabet Adventure
Saturday, August 21, 2010 | Going around town taking pictures of different places/signs starting with each letter of the alphabet.
Event Type: Event
Time: 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Location: Borealis Park
Contact: Jill Smith 780-799-1144
Website: http://www.woodbuffalo.ab.ca/programs
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Walk a Mile in Her Shoes
Sunday, August 22, 2010 | International men's march to stop rape, sexual assault and gender violence
Event Type: Event
Time: 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Location: Borealis Park / Haxton Centre
Contact: Penney 780-791-6708
Sponsored By: Fort McMurray Family Crisis Society
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Painting in the Park
Monday, August 23, 2010 | Join us at varying parks throughout Fort McMurray every Monday morning at 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. starting June 14th for Painting in the Park. All easels and supplies will be available for use for a small fee of $2.
Event Type: Event
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Location: Thickwood Heights Gazebo
Contact: Jill Smith, Recreation Program Leader 780-799-1144
Website: http://www.woodbuffalo.ab.ca/programs
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Council Meeting
Tuesday, August 24, 2010 | The meeting agenda will be posted on the homepage of www.woodbuffalo.ab.ca the Friday before the meeting.
Event Type: Meeting
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Location: Council Chambers
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Roll and Stroll
Tuesday, August 24, 2010 | Bring your friends, family, and your stroller out for a walk through the trails and explore the beauty that Fort McMurray has to offer. Walk with us every Tuesday morning from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., and starting June 25th we will also offer Roll and Stroll every Friday from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Event Type: Event
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Location: Beacon Hill trails
Contact: Jill Smith, Recreation Program Leader 780-799-1144
Website: http://www.woodbuffalo.ab.ca/programs
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Waterpark Wednesdays
Wednesday, August 25, 2010 | Waterpark Wednesdays are supervised water games and activities at different waterparks in Fort McMurray on Wednesdays throughout the summer.
Event Type: Event
Time: 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Location: Borealis Waterpark
Contact: Jill Smith, Recreation Program Leader 780-799-1144
Website: http://www.woodbuffalo.ab.ca/programs
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Family Fitness
Thursday, August 26, 2010 | Bring along your whole family for a run through the Birchwood Trails with a Certified Personal Trainer and try out our Green Gym along the way. We offer exercise for all athletic abilities and fun for the whole family.
Event Type: Event
Time: 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Location: Birchwood paved fitness trail
Cost: Free
Contact: Jillian Smith 780-799-1144
Website: http://www.woodbuffalo.ab.ca/programs
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Seniors Emergency Preparedness Program – Review Emergency Preparedness
Thursday, August 26, 2010 | The seniors Emergency Preparedness Program is designed to empower seniors in the municipality to be prepared in the event of a disaster or emergency. This month's topic is a review of emergency preparedness.
Event Type: Event
Time: 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Location: Call 780-799-8085
Contact: Emergency Management Department 780-799-8085
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Little Green Thumbs
Thursday, August 26, 2010 | A chance for youth to experience gardening and growing their own veggies. This event takes place July 15, July 29, August 12 and August 26.
Event Type: Event
Time: 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Location: Borealis Park
Cost: Free
Contact: Jill Smith 780-799-1144
Website: http://www.woodbuffalo.ab.ca/programs
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Country Fair
Saturday, August 28, 2010 | See the Heritage Park website for more details.
Event Type: Event
Time: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: Heritage Park
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Market in the Park
Saturday, August 28, 2010 | Local artists selling hand-made crafts
Event Type: Event
Time: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: Borealis Park
Contact: Jill Smith 780-799-1144
Website: http://www.woodbuffalo.ab.ca/programs
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Painting in the Park
Monday, August 30, 2010 | Join us at varying parks throughout Fort McMurray every Monday morning at 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. starting June 14th for Painting in the Park. All easels and supplies will be available for use for a small fee of $2.
Event Type: Event
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Location: J. Howard Pew Park
Contact: Jill Smith, Recreation Program Leader 780-799-1144
Website: http://www.woodbuffalo.ab.ca/programs
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Roll and Stroll
Tuesday, August 31, 2010 | Bring your friends, family, and your stroller out for a walk through the trails and explore the beauty that Fort McMurray has to offer. Walk with us every Tuesday morning from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., and starting June 25th we will also offer Roll and Stroll every Friday from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Event Type: Event
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Location: Wood Buffalo Water Park
Contact: Jill Smith, Recreation Program Leader 780-799-1144
Website: http://www.woodbuffalo.ab.ca/programs
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SummersEnd Festival
Friday, September 03, 2010 - Monday, September 06, 2010 | See the Events Wood Buffalo website for full details.
Event Type: Event
Location: MacDonald Island Park
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Suicide Prevention Day - BBQ
Friday, September 10, 2010 | BBQ to promote suicide prevention awareness in the community.
Event Type: Event
Time: 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Location: Front steps of Jubilee Centre
Contact: Tim McNeil 780-743-3605
Sponsored By: Some Other Solutions Society
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Council Meeting
Tuesday, September 14, 2010 | The meeting agenda will be posted on the homepage of www.woodbuffalo.ab.ca the Friday before the meeting.
Event Type: Meeting
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Location: Council Chambers
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AIDS Walk for Life
Sunday, September 19, 2010 | BBQ, memorial and live entertainment to follow.
Event Type: Event
Time: Noon to 6 p.m.
Location: Borealis Park
Contact: 780-743-9200
Sponsored By: Wood Buffalo HIV & AIDS Society
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Council Meeting
Tuesday, September 28, 2010 | The meeting agenda will be posted on the homepage of www.woodbuffalo.ab.ca the Friday before the meeting.
Event Type: Meeting
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Location: Council Chambers
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Seniors Emergency Preparedness Program – Climate Change
Thursday, September 30, 2010 | The seniors Emergency Preparedness Program is designed to empower seniors in the municipality to be prepared in the event of a disaster or emergency. This month's topic is climate change.
Event Type: Event
Time: 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Location: Call 780-799-8085
Contact: Emergency Management Department 780-799-8085
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Walk To Remember
Saturday, October 02, 2010 | Walk to raise awareness for pregnancy & infant loss and to allow families to publically grieve the loss of their child.
Event Type: Event
Time: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Location: "Walking through" Waterways & Waterpark
Contact: Jennifer Burns - (780) 743-8605
Sponsored By: Some Other Solutions
Website: http://www.someothersolutions.ca
Email: griefandloss@someothersolutions.ca
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