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http://www.ramsaycommunity.ab.ca March, 2004 Circulation 1200

Hello Ramsay! Last month I wrote a note about community involvement and the need for

people to be informed about the issues in our communi-ty. By the turn out at the last General Meeting February 3rd, it is indeed clear that there are many people here in Ramsay who care very strongly about community issues. I would like to thank every one for your participation and for your input at that meeting. We will have the results of the survey for you in next month’s newsletter.

There are a couple of notes to let you know about. The first was a motion passed at the General Meeting that concerned membership dues. The new by-laws, which were accepted by the Board and the RCA last November, state that memberships are now due in August to match the RCA’s fiscal year. Since all our cur-rent memberships are due in March 2004, the Board accepted the motion for these memberships to be extend-ed to August 2004. As well, several new memberships

The second slide show & lecture by Architect Jerry Forseth will be:

AN ART AND ARCHITECTURAL TOUR OF EGYPT & JORDAN

Including the Nile and the Lost City of Petra

Wednesday, March 24, 7 pm in the Lower Hall Ramsay Community Centre

REFRESHMENTS WILL BE SERVED.Everyone is welcome. Come and enjoy

some other-worldy sights!

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGEMichael Fitzpatrick

(continued on page 3)

2004 Softball Registration

Softball season is here again!!!

We will be holding registration on March 9 from 6-8pm and on Saturday March 13 from 10-12pm in the lower hall at the Ramsay Community Hall.

Age groups include 5 -16*T-ball 5 and 6 yearsCoach-pitch 7 and 8 yearsMite girls/boys 10 and under as of Jan 1 $70Squirt boys/girls 12 and under as of Jan 1 $70Bantam girls/boys 14 and under as of Jan 1 $90Midget girls 16 and under as of Jan 1 $100

• teams depended on the number of children registered

• Registration includes team/individual picture, baseball hat

Payment is not due at the time of registration. Community membership is required. For more information please call Karen at 508-5070.

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TABLE OF CONTENTSSOFTBALL REGISTRATION ....................1PRESIDENT’S REPORT ........................1BOARD OF DIRECTORS........................2MEETING NOTICES ............................2MEMBERSHIP FORM...........................2TRAFFIC CALMING REPORT ..................3CIVIC AFFAIRS ................................3BEAUTIFICATION ..............................3COMMUNITY TIDBITS .........................4PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE........................7NEW CBE SCIENCE SCHOOL ................7GHOSTS SIGHTED ON MAIN ST. .............7JOE’S JOURNAL................................8KEEPING ACTIVE IN OUR NEIGHBOURHOOD.9ALEXANDRA CENTRE SOCIETY ...............9HORTICULTURISTS AHOY! .................. 10NEW MEETS OLD AT THE MARKET........ 11WAYNE CAO ................................. 12THE ALEX ................................... 13CHR REPORT TO THE COMMUNITY ....... 14PEOPLE IN RAMSAY: ALLISON MORGAN... 15CALENDAR OF EVENTS...................... 16

RAMSAY COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2003-2004 & COMMUNITY CHAIRS

Position Name Contact InfoCo-President and Vice President – Internal& Chair, Membership

Michael Fitzpatrick [email protected]

Co-President andVice President – External& Chair, Civic Affairs

Janice Thoroughgood [email protected]

Treasurer Jennifer Hapgood [email protected]

Secretary Ev Bell 259-3753 [email protected] President& Chair, Nominating

Tim Stock-Bateman [email protected]

Member Beth Carter 269-4199 [email protected] Brenda Japp 264-7137Member Allan Baker 237-7927 [email protected] Angie Maeots 265-4898Community Hall Karen Lowry 265-4898Summer Sports VacantWinter Sports VacantCasino Pat Baker 237-7927 [email protected] School Liaison Catherine Cartmill 265-4898Beautification Brenda Japp 264-7137Community Safety Tim Stock-Bateman

Karen LowryDawn Blair

[email protected]

Heritage Angie Maeots 265-4898Website: http://ramsaycommunity.ab.caNewsletter layout: Fred Holliss 815-3733 [email protected]

MEETING NOTICESNext General MeetingTuesday, March 2, 2004Ramsay Community Lower Hall 7 p.m.Childcare available.

Next Ramsay Community Board MeetingTuesday, March 16, 2004Ramsay Community Upper Hall, 7 p.m.

Yoki & Jeff�s Real Estate Report

Annual Report January � December 2003

RAMSAY INGLEWOOD BRIDGELAND # of Sales

Avg. List Price

Avg. Sale Price

# of Sales

Avg. List Price

Avg. Sale Price

# of Sales

Avg. List Price

Avg. Sale Price

Bungalow 16 195,336 187,062 25 204,240 198,272 19 237,481 229,842

1.5 Storey 10 198,220 190,660 5 232,440 222,900 10 226,908 218,435

2 Storey 14 250,150 242,021 23 281,017 273,497 13 300,837 289,107

Attach/Twnh 8 381,850 373,750 5 285,540 275,580 3 319,900 311,466


TRAFFIC CALMING UPDATE Tom Jevne

Information regarding traffic calming, the streetscape enhance-ment project and future Stampede development was presented at the February 3rd Ramsay Community Association general meeting. The meeting was well attended and I would like to thank all the people that came out.

Warren Connell and Bill King from the Stampede presented information and answered question regarding the long-term expansion plans for Stampede Park. Much of the proposed expansion is in the area north of the Round-up center and the Saddledome, into Vic Park, to 12th Avenue S.E. Plans includ-ed projects such as the Round-up Centre expansion, a new Ag facility, youth campus, and more green space.

The relocation of their maintenance facilities presently located along the Elbow River to the land just north of 25th Avenue S.E. between Dartmouth Road and Spiller Road would have the greatest potential impact on this community.

A new access would be created to connect this parcel of land to the land housing the horse barns located on the west side of Spiller Road. There were two potential options presented. One would be to tunnel under Spiller Road. The other option was to close Spiller Road south of 6th Street and connect the lands with a private roadway running east and west.

The representatives from the Stampede said they did not prefer one option to the other and were looking for direction from the Community. Also, there is no definite time or sched-ule for starting this part of the overall expansion. Plans are contingent on a number of factors including funding.

A survey was available for comments regarding which option was preferred and what people view as the main traffic related issues in the community. We will have the results of this survey available for you in the next newsletter.

The last Civic Affairs meeting was held at the Shamrock Hotel on February 9. There were no Development Permits to discuss.

Loose Moose Theatre Company have contacted the com-munity to inform us of their application for a Change of Use Permit from the City Planning Dept., to develop a 190-seat theatre space in the Ramsay Design Centre - previously occu-pied by the Alzheimer Society of Calgary. The Calgary Land Use Bylaw requires 1 parking stall for every 3 seats. Loose Moose will have access to 81 parking stalls at the Design Centre. This is considered a discretionary development of this zoning district, and falls under the entertainment establishment category.

Civic Affairs meets the second Monday of each month at the Shamrock Hotel at 7pm. Meetings are open to Ramsay Community members. Our next meeting is March 8.

CIVIC AFFAIRSJanice Thorougood

The Streetscape Committee has been co-ordinating with the Traffic Committee in regards to the traffic-calming that Ramsay hopes to see in the near future. Using architect Marc Boutin’s concept plan relating to calming measures in our com-munity and the completed surveys that the community have provided, in the recent traffic meeting as well as the streetscape open houses, we are defining the hot spots and most urgent areas. This year should bring the implementation of both traf-fic-calming measures throughout Ramsay as well as phase one of the Streetscape Beautification project. Urban Forestry has already dug numerous holes in our boulevards for more trees,

which will be planted in the Spring.

BEAUTIFICATIONBrenda Japp

have recently been sold and they will extend to August 2005. Please be aware that the by-laws also state that for voting in the General Meetings, all community members must have present their membership cards. I know. A little annoying, but those are the rules. God forbid we should have people from another community voting on our issues!

The second matter is to let you that Evelyn Bell, pres-ently a member-at-large, has also assumed the duties of Secretary. The very best of luck to you Evelyn!

I would like to extend hearty congratulations to the community of Inglewood and the Colonel Walker School. We in Ramsay are all too familiar with the incredible hard work and extra involvement it takes to save a school… and the relief and joy when all the effort pays off. Thank you to the Inner-City Schools Coalition! Well done Inglewood!

There are a number of events being planned so please review this newsletter, and keep your eyes peeled on the Community sign. We are also placing a bulletin board on the fence in front of the Hall for community and city notices. It is temporary until a more formal panel can be created.

Come on everyone! Help your community by getting involved! And staying involved!

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE (continued from page 1)


Community TidbitsTHANK YOU, RAMSAY!”I lived in Ramsay 23 years and it will always be close to my heart. As a truly caring and thoughtful community of indi-viduals, you have given your time, creative energy and joyous fun that I will long cherish. There is no greater peace than to feel understood. Even better is the feeling of being valued for uniqueness. That’s why I love Ramsay - none of us ever fit in the conventional box! You’re all welcome to visit me or keep in touch. Until we meet again I’ll be at 204 Marshall St. E., MEAFORD, Ontario N4L 1B6.I’d love to hear news about your activities to keep up the spirit! Respectfully, Dale Fehr

RAMSAY WELCOME CENTRESeniors in the community are invited to meet at the Welcome Centre, adjacent to the Community Hall, on Monday, Wednesday and Fridays, between 12 noon and 4 p.m.

RAMSAY DAYWe have set the date for our Ramsay Day celebrations for Sunday, June 27th, 2004. After a very successful first event last year, we hope that even more people will come and enjoy the parade, games, food and activities. Mark your calendar and watch for more details in future newsletters.

JOIN THE NEWSLETTER TEAMDo you have some great ideas for improving our newsletter? Are you interested in history, photography, writing, or current events? Do you have a bit of time to take a walk through our beautiful neighbourhood and deliver newsletters? Or approach advertisers? If so, please contact Beth Carter at [email protected] or 269-4199

LOST GLOVESA very nice pair of black leather gloves have been found on a bench on the hill by Ramsay School. They can be claimed by calling the school office at 777-6790 and giving a description (they have some unique qualities only the owner would know about).

Community Tidbits

JOIN THE NEWSLETTER TEAMDo you have some great ideas for improving our newsletter? Are you interested in history, photography, writing, or current events? Do you have a bit of time to take a walk through our beautiful neighbourhood and deliver newsletters? Or approach advertisers? If so, please contact Beth Carter at

LOST GLOVESA very nice pair of black leather gloves have been found on a bench on the hill by Ramsay School. They can be claimed by calling the school office at 777-6790 and giving a description (they have some unique qualities only the owner would know about).

Ramsay Community Hall

Space for rent

BIRTHDAY PARTIES

WEDDINGS

ANNIVERSARIES

MEETINGS

Etc.

Is your space too small?

Come and check out the hall!!

For more info & prices contact Karen: 265-4898Dale Fehr at the unveiling of his Ramsy mural, 2003.


Community Tidbits Community TidbitsCHANGES AT THE POINT OF ARTPam DalsinThe Point of Art Society is heading for some major new changes. First of all, we have taken over the entire complex and it will be run by our independent Society. This will make us a true artist community, unique in this city. There are plans for a new, larger gallery space on the main floor. In the spring, we will be painting the outside of the building and updating our ‘look’. We will continue to develop our beautiful peren-nial garden out back, adding sculpture and benches. Since we are Not-for-Profit, our members pitch in and we do most of the work, ourselves - usually throwing in a pot-luck or a bar-beque. We continue to get new artist members and now have a waiting list for studio spaces. Our studio space has become more affordable since our independence and there are currently about 40 members in our Society. Many of our new artists have come from other cities and bring a new energy and expe-rience to enhance our range of works. There is much to see in the 20 studios, as well as the artwork on the walls, in the halls, and of course, in the Gallery. For more information, check our website at www.artpoint.ca. Who knows what else might hap-pen? It’s all in our hands, and we’re very excited. We are happy to be in your neighbourhood. Come by and visit us soon!

The Point of Art Studios and Gallery 1139-11 Street SE, Calgary T2G 3G1

Phone: 265-6867 Hours: Thurs & Fri 1-4 pm; Saturdays, 11am-4pm.

Feb. 18 - March 9Objects and Abstractions a group show featuring abstracted works in various media.

March 10 - 30 Flowers for Peace: A Dedication to our World Leaders

Collages by Elizabeth Laishley. Opening: Friday, March 12, 5-9 pm.

April 2 - 20 Revealing Unseen Art: Show & Sale CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS: Deadline is March 19, 2004This is a juried exhibition. Send e-submissions to [email protected] or slides/photos with SASE to The Point of Art, Att’n Pam Dalsin.. Include name, phone number, title, size and medium. Opening: April 2 at 5-9 pm. with open bar and refreshments.

April 21 - May 11 Sculpture by Andrew Stacey

New works in metal that will extend outside into our sculpture garden.

Opening: Friday April 23, 5-9 pm. May 12 - June 1 The Nunez Family Exciting new works in oils, ceramics and pottery by members of the Nunez family. Opening: May 14, 5-9 pm.

FAMILY DAY SKATEAbout 50 people turned out on a lovely Family Day holiday, to skate, visit and enjoy the hot chocolate and cookies provided by the Ramsay Community Association. A fun time was had by all!


RAMSAY SCHOOLLast June the school applied to the Community Initiatives Program for $ 75,000 to refurbish the computer lab in the library. As you know, this program operates on the basis of the requesting group or organization raising matching funds. The school did not raise any matching funds and yet we received a cheque for $ 40,000! The money will be spent to purchase new computers for the library along with other items such as new television sets and DVD/VHS players to be used in the class-room. As you can see, the school and the school council both search out new opportunities for growth and enhancement of the school program.

In March the school will focus on writing and each week we’ll promote it in a different way. We are also inviting authors and illustrators to visit the school, talk to the students and present workshops. We have already had Lana Skauge, a popular storyteller. Carolyn Fisher and Dean Stanton, both illustrators, will visit the school in March and Tololwa Mollel, a children’s author, will visit in April. We hope to have a sec-tion of our library dedicated to written works produced by our students. We are also exploring the possibility of Dean Stanton creating a work of art in one of our areas in the school.

NEW CBE SCIENCE SCHOOL!Voice your support for a central location

At this moment, the Calgary Board of Education (CBE) is selecting a school for their newÍ Science Alternative Program (K-9) to start Sep. 2004. Colonel Walker School, in Inglewood, is one of 3 possibilities; the other two are likely farther north and south in the City. One of the criteria for deciding where to place this program is the geographical area where there is the greatest parent interest. A central location like Colonel Walker School would better serve children living more central in the city. Colonel Walker School is also within short walking distance to 5 science-related venues that are interested in a partnership with the school. If you feel a sci-ence program is something your child would benefit from and a central location is essential, it is important that you contact the CBE to influence their school selection. The CBE is con-ducting a short telephone survey for feedback from interested parents. Please call Ms. Maureen Sheilds at 294-8114 for the placement of the Science Alternative Program at Colonel Walker School. If you would like more information, please contact Ellen Polegato with the Program Renewal Group for Colonel Walker School at 265-0470 or [email protected].

PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGEBrian Del Castilho, Principal

92 Years Ago at the Corner of Atlantic Ave. and McLeod Street….You’re driving home from work and as usual get stopped by the traffic lights at 12th Street and 9th Ave. As you wait, your eyes shift back and forth between the traffic signals and the building behind -- the Blow Block as it turns out, just beyond Spolumbo’s. And suddenly you¹re aware that you¹re looking at . . . a ghost! There is a ghost in the Blow Block, high on the west wall, visible above the Pattison billboard. Like a difficult eye chart, a ghost advertisement appears there --- faded by time and the modern rush, but still legible after 92 years: THE BOYS.The boys, Fred Thompson and Harry Flumerfeld eventually moved their shop downtown to 7th Ave. Their place in the Blow Block was for years occupied by Jake’s Haberdashery. It is interesting to note, and somehow appropriate, that The Boys’ original store on the corner is now the site of the masculine Spolumbo’s.Other features of note in the photo are the streetcar tracks, the unpaved road, the telephone poles not yet strung with wire, though a man (partially obscuring the ghost) appears to be up

one pole doing just that.

THE BOYS on Atlantic Ave. --- They’ve come a long way since this 1912 photo (courtesy of the Provincial Archives, P-5110) The actual wall once read, ‘THE BOYS’, FRED & HARRY, MEN’S AND BOYS CLOTHING HATS & SHOES and ends with the boy’s last names THOMPSON AND FLUMERFELD. This photo is taken from the Inglewood 9th Ave. Design Guidelines 2002, a publication of the Inglewood Main Street Project and BRZ. (Local Inglewood historian Bill Yeo did the historical text for this book.)

Thanks to the Inglewood Newsletter for letting us run this article.

Ghosts Sighted on Main StreetJoe Donnelly

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RAMSAY COMMUNITY SOFTBALLRegistration for this fun program takes place March 9 and 13. See the notice on the front page of the newsletter.

ELBOW VALLEY SOCCERThe Elbow Valley Soccer Association provides soccer programs for boys and girls aged 5-14 and is now taking on-line registra-tion for the 2004 Outdoor Season, which runs from late April until late June. We practice and play our home games in the south-central part of the city and welcome kids of all abilities and from all parts of Calgary. We try to make the game of soc-cer a fun and rewarding experience for coaches, parents, volun-teers, and most importantly, THE KIDS.

Registration for City League will be active until March 15th and for the House (Community) League until March 31. For more information and to register, please visit our website @ www.ElbowValleySoccer.com. There will also be on-site regis-

tration at Parkhill Community Hall on March 7.

GRASSROOTS HOCKEYDo you want to play fun and affordable hockey? Every Monday evening at 7 p.m. the Ramsay Community Association hosts a grassroots hockey program at the Hockey Rink on the Scotsman’s Hill. We can accommodate beginners and more advanced players.For more information Mark Sherrington at 265-7303.

INGLEWOOD MARTIAL ARTSSponsored by the Inglewood Community Association, this is an affordable, family-friendly class led by certified instructors. It is designed to enhance physical fitness and increase self-con-fidence and discipline. All ages and fitness levels are welcome. Mondays and Wednesdays from 5 – 6 p.m. at the Inglewood Community Hall. For more information, contact Adrienne Weare at 233-9066 or [email protected]

SUMMER DROP-IN PROGRAMCommunity & Neighbourhood Services will be planning drop-in neighbourhood play programs (weekly activities situ-ated in community parks in both Ramsay and Inglewood com-munities) this July and August. Watch for detailed informa-tion in future newsletters.

KEEPING ACTIVE IN OUR NEIGHBOURHOODCheck out these fun sports and activities in Ramsay and the surrounding areas.

OFFICE SPACE RENTALWe have two-office spaces for long-term lease. Preference will be given to non-profit organizations that work for the Tri-area. Contact Leslie for further details.

INCOME TAXWorried about your taxes? Many people don’t know how to complete their income tax and are unable to pay for assistance. Beginning March 1st, the Alexandra Centre Society will be doing volunteer Income Tax for those in the low-income bracket. This service is only for those living in Inglewood, Ramsay or Victoria Park communities. We are also looking for volunteers to do Returns. Last year almost 140 people took advantage of the free service. Thank you to our volunteers for doing such a wonderful job.

For more information, contact Pia at 269-5588. Please bring the following to the offices to have your income tax done:• All T4 slips or any other type• 2002 Income Tax assessment

ANNOUNCEMENTNotice is hereby given that the Annual General Meeting of the Alexandra Centre Society 922 – 9th Ave. S.E. will be held on Wednesday April 21, 2004 at 7.00 p.m.

RSVP by April 14, 2004 at 269-5588

We look forward to seeing you there!

Refreshment will be served

HALL RENTALLooking for a space for your group or gathering? Why not check out our newly renovated hall with a capacity for 150 people, brand new furniture and a kitchen area. For more information, contact Leslie at 269-5588 between 9 am and 1 pm only.

ALEXANDRA CENTRE SOCIETY


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Don’t forget to do your taxes!

Horticulturists Ahoy!

The Calgary Horticultural Society will be hosting The 2004 Springtime Serenade Garden Show at the Round Up Centre, (Hall A), Stampede Park on April 16, 17 & 18, 2004. The event features speakers; demos; garden clinics; “Ask an Expert”; Professional Florist designs; extensive display gardens and a Tea Garden. The Gardeners Marketplace will feature 150 exhibition booths. Admission price $9. An Opening Night event will take place on Friday, April 16 from 7:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Enjoy wine, hors d’oeuvres, pre-shopping, silent auction, celebrity fun and music. Cost per person $40.

For more information contact us at 287-3469, e-mail at [email protected] or visit www.calhort.org.

Promoting a society respectful of different values and cultures

Tel: (403) 237-5850 • Fax: (403) 234-7132 [email protected] 835 8th Avenue SW Calgary, Alberta T2P 2T3

The Calgary Multicultural Centre presents…

HOW TO ACCESS AFFORDABLE

HOUSINGFeaturing Keynote Speaker, Lana

BentleyCommunity Housing Advocate at

the Red CrossWhere: The McDougall Centre 455 6th St. S.W. (Rosebud Room)Date: Wednesday, March 17thTime: 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Light refreshments will be served

Registration deadline: March 15, 2004For more information and costs please call (403) 237-5850 or e-mail [email protected]


Inglewood and Ramsay are like a small town. It is hard to believe it is in a city. The neighbours here actually talk to each other and help each other out.

Lisa Parker-Shaw has lived in the Inglewood and Ramsay area for the last ten years. She used to shop at the Ramsay Market, a convenience store on 23rd Avenue, across the street from Ramsay School on Spiller Road. When the store came up for sale two years ago, she had a good feeling about buying it – it just needed a little care and attention. She did just that, and the store is now clean and repainted, with a new façade crowned by a lively sign by local artist Dean Stanton. Lisa is pleased to offer a variety of produce, including natural free-range beef, selected seasonal organic produce, free-range eggs (when available), wild rice, organic coffee, fresh baking and snacks. Lisa will also take suggestions for other items, if there is enough demand.

I want to provide fresh, good, healthy food that tastes great – just like it did when we were kids!

Her focus is simple and local. She wants to provide a service that Ramsay currently does not have. Many of her customers include seniors and singles living in the area. Therefore, she offers small portions and reasonable prices. She also features local artists on consignment, as well as crafts, gift cards, gift baskets etc. made by local artisans.

Lisa has worked as a free-lance writer and photographer for many years, often working for the oil business. Several years ago she produced her first book of fiction, Edith’s Paws, set in Inglewood and Ramsay. Now with her two children at Ramsay School, she is pleased to run the store Monday – Friday from 9:30 – 4 and Saturday from 10-4. The store itself has a long history in Ramsay. With an apartment in the basement, and a small house later attached at the back, it has always been a live and work establishment. The building may date from 1908, but the first listing for the market is in 1914, when F. Davids ran a grocery. David Barry then ran the market from 1920 until the 1940s. It became known as the Ramsay Confectionary in 1945, and was run by a Mrs. Hilda Schlosar in 1960. Tran, the last person to run the store, has now moved to Northwest Calgary, and is running a store on the edge of the city. It’s great to see a new business opening in Ramsay and continuing this marketing tradition!

NEW MEETS OLD AT THE RAMSAY VILLAGE MARKETBeth Carter

Lisa has worked as a free-lance writer and

house later attached at the back, it has always been a live and work establishment. The building may date from 1908, but the first listing for the market is in 1914, when F. Davids ran a grocery. David Barry then ran the market from 1920 until the 1940s. It became known as the Ramsay Confectionary in 1945, and was run by a Mrs. Hilda Schlosar in 1960. Tran, the last person to run the store, has now moved to Northwest Calgary, and is running a store on the edge of the city. It’s great to see a new business opening in Ramsay and continuing this marketing tradition!

Ramsay Market in the early 1990s.


Beth Carter

Ramsay is a diverse and historical inner-city neighbourhood, which is arts-friendly, family-based, and active. We are a village surrounded by green space in the midst of the city. In this new monthly column, we will meet one person who helps to define our wonderful community.

Allison Morgan, Artist

What would you do if you were given the opportunity to live and work surrounded by thousands of years of history, and magnificent art and architecture everywhere you looked? Last year, artist Allison Morgan travelled with her architect husband Marc Boutin, and their three children to the city of Rome, courtesy of the Canada Council’s Prix de Rome prize for architecture. They lived for one year in an apartment in the central neighbourhood of Trastevere, a lively medieval pedestrian district, which is also walking distance to all the major sites in Rome, such as the Colliseum and the Forum.

Allison was first trained as a sculptor, and studied 3D Design at the Emily Carr College of Art and Design, where she graduated in 1991. She focussed on ceramic sculpture while living in Vancouver, but became hooked on painting when she and Marc spent over a year living in Barcelona, Spain in 1996. Since moving to Ramsay in 1997, both Allison and Marc have been actively involved in the community, participating on the Ramsay Board and various committees.

Although motherhood is taking up a lot of Allison’s time right now, her Rome experience was a real inspiration to put aside time for her art. In Rome, you are surrounded by history and culture – everywhere is alive and there is a real intensity. She began a new series of paintings in a moody, atmospheric, out-of-focus style, of aquaducts, the famous pines of Rome, and members of her family. This new style came about due to an interest in digital photographic technology, and the quest to paint what is in between – between time, space and the moment. In a way, I am interested in capturing what most people would discard – the motion. There are not many moments when we are totally still.

Now back in Ramsay, Allison is continuing to investigate the techniques she developed in Rome. Allison summarizes her approach to painting by saying: If I can capture the light, then it is a good painting.

If you would like more information, please give Allison a call at 237-8456.

Photo: Allison Morgan with Aquaducts, 2003

If you are interested in submitting an article or being interviewed for People in Ramsay, please contact Beth at [email protected].

PEOPLE IN RAMSAY

“Transit” Oil on board 4’ x 4’-2”The painting explores the overlap between the historic conventions

of portrait painting and the contemporary digital paradigm of morphing. The role of the portrait as legitimizing the place of a

particular character in history is challenged by the open-endedness of the representation; male/female, young/old, rich/poor, etc, are

unresolved prescriptions that lend alternate readings, engaging the viewer and their own history.

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Newsletter ContributionsAny community member is welcome to contribute to this newsletter. The deadline for submissions for each upcoming month’s issue is the 20th of the preceding month. Please email your contributions, comments, and articles to:[email protected] drop it off at the Ramsay Community Hall, 1136 8 St SE

KEY POLICE CONTACTS

If you see crimes in the area, please contact the police by phone or e-mail.The police in our area are:

Bill Styba Badge # 1692,Ramsay Community Liaison Officer;

Inspector Dan Jahrig Badge #1763

Sgt. Blair White Badge # 2783

Staff Sgt. Dean Stobo # 2519

To e-mail any police officer the address is: pol(badge #)@calgarypolice.ca (eg. to e-mail Bill Styba, [email protected]).

ADVER T IS INGAd size Per monthbusiness card $35

1/4 page $65

1/2 page $100

Full page $175

Inserts $75

Internet $25The Ramsay News is a non-profit newsletter offered free of charge to the community each month. Our circulation of over one thousand reaches all of Ramsay. Submission deadline is the 20th of each month.

Ramsay Community BLOCK WATCHFor More InformationCallTeresa Young263-7127

Ramsay Community ContactsRamsay Community Hall & Ramsay Community Association 1136 - 8th Street SE, Calgary, AB T2G 2Z7

Phone: 403.265.4898 (please leave a message)•Fax: 403.265.4858Ramsay Community Website: www.ramsaycommunity.ab.caRamsay Community email: [email protected] Newsletter email: [email protected] website: [email protected]

MARCH 2004

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday1 2

RCA General Meeting 7 p.m.

3 4 5 6

7 8Civic AffairsShamrock7 – 9 p.m.

9Softball Registration 6 – 8 p.m.

10 11 12The Point of Art, Flower for Peace Opening, 5 – 9 p.m.

13Softball Registration 10 a.m. - noon

14 15 16RCA Board Meeting7 p.m.

17Affordable Housing Workshop

18School Council Meeting7 p.m.

19Point of Art submissions deadline

20Newsletter submissions due today!

21 22 23 24Middle East Slide Show, 7 p.m. Lower Hall

25 26 27

28 29 30 31 April 1 April 2Gear Swap

April 3Gear Swap

April 4 April 5 April 6RCA General Meeting 7 p.m.

April 7 April 8 April 9 April 10

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