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PRESIDENT’SMESSAGE

As I write this, I have just gotten back from the Vista Heights Gar-den Harvest Party. What a dedi-cated group of people we have working the garden, growing what they eat. Thank you for the invitation, it was a great experi-ence. While I was there, Gillian asked me if there would be an article written about the art in-

stallations with photo’s in the next newsletter. Well, Gil-lian, look for it in December once they are all � nished. The bird theme is a great story and I’m sure our artist Doug Driediger will weave a wonderful story relating our community to the birds.

Welcome to our new publisher Great News. We are now part of an army of 89 Communities that publish a news-letter with them. We hope you like the new format.

Thank you to every volunteer past and present in this community. For those who have put in their time, thank you for the solid foundation you have given us, and to our current and new volunteers Thank You for all that you have done to make this the best community in Cal-gary. For all of our new board members elected in Sep-tember, it’s my honour to work with you. Don’t forget to join us November 7th.

Join us for Family Movie Night, November 11th and Pub Night November 25th. Both are a great way to meet your neighbours. Drum Fun is still going on until the end of the year for our 50 plus folks who’d like to get a little more � t. Stop by on Monday and Wednesday morning to see what it’s all about.

In December, our annual Winter Festival is set for De-cember 4th at the Community Hall. Check out our Se-niors Dinner on December 19th. If it’s anything like the Trivia get together, you will enjoy this fun group of resi-dents.

And remember, “Volunteering is the ultimate exercise in democracy.  You vote in elections once a year, but when you volunteer, you vote every day about the kind of com-munity you want to live in.” Join us, we’ll welcome you with a smile.

Community hall manager Tracey CairnsOffi ce hours: Mon/Wed/Thurs, 9 am to 1 pmOffi ce phone: 403-277-6201 Kitchen phone: 403-276-3818Fax: 403-277-6205Email: crossroadscommunity@shaw.ca

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CROSSROADS COMMUNITY BLOCK WATCH ASSOCIATION BOARD OF DIRECTORSOFFICERSPresident: Joyce Gardam 403-276-6203Vice-President: Brad Clarke 403-230-2058Treasurer: Vicki McNeill 403-276-3603DISTRICT CO-ORDINATORSVista Heights (Geo Code 3204) Trevor Befus 403-262-2545Belfast (Geo Code 3205A) Marilyn Fehr 403-276-6646Belfast (Geo Code 3205B) Jim Johnson 403-277-0841Mayland East (Geo Code 3206A) Marle ne Stevens 403-276-7466Mayland East (Geo Code 3206B) Linda Then 403-276-6507Mayland East (Geo Code 3208) John Abramchuk 403-276-6025Mayland West (Geo Code 3207) Brad Clarke 403-230-2058Vista Heights Trevor Befus (Geo Code 3204) Vista HeightsMayland West Marilyn Fehr (Geo Code 3205A) Belfast Jim Johnson (Geo Code 3205B) BelfastMayland East Marlene Stevens (Geo Code 3206A) McKinnon Dr. - N Side 8 Ave. 19 St. E Side - W Side Mayland Dr.Mayland East Linda Then (Geo Code 3206B) McKinnon Dr. N to N Side 8 Ave. - E Side Mayland Dr. - BarlowMayland East John Abramchuk (Geo Code 3208) 19 St. E Side to BarlowMayland West Brad Clarke (Geo Code 3207) 19 St. West Side 8 Ave. S. - 3 Ave.

EXECUTIVEPresident Larry Leach crossroadspresident@gmail.com1st Vice President Inga McLean2nd Vice President VacantTreasurer Marilyn JohnsonSecretary Beth Jamieson execsecretary@gmail.comDIRECTORSJeremy Smith - Community Garage Sale CommitteeStacy McGuire - Newsletter CommitteeBrijbala Bakshi - Entertainment CommitteePaul Gardham - Airport noise CommitteeJeannette Leach - Membership CommitteeJason Pare - Development and Planning CommitteeCourtney Clark - Preschool CommitteeDee Jackson - Facilities CommitteeMichelle McDonald - Vista Heights Action CommitteeTara Pasveer - Grants CommitteeSandy Johnson - Bingo Committee

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Nurturing a sense of belonging on National Child Day November 20National Child Day is celebrated annually to mark two his-toric events: the 1959 signing by Canada of the United Na-tions Conventions on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) and the adoption of the convention.

This year’s theme is a young person’s right to belong.

Identity and belonging is about young people develop-ing a positive sense of who they are, and feeling that they are valued and respected as part of a family and community. Positive messages about their families, backgrounds, cultures, beliefs, and languages help chil-dren learn, develop skills and a healthy sense of identity and belonging; this helps them later to better deal with bullying and discrimination.

One way your family can celebrate National Child Day is to share a book or story about belonging.

The book How Far Do You Love Me? by Lulu Delacre cel-ebrates love and belonging. It gives parents and teachers an opportunity to share a story that features people from di� erent corners of the world using their geographical locations as references for how great their love is.

More books about belonging (Calgary Public Library may have these to lend):Corduroy by Don FreemanI Like Myself! by Karen BeaumontThe Blossoming Universe of Violet Diamond by Bren-da WoodsThe Invisible Boy by Trudy LudwigGaston by Kelly DiPucchioRump: The True Story of Rumpelstiltskin by Liesl Shurtli�

Calgary Reads helps children learn to read with con� -dence and joy. This includes helping children in Calgary to have their own books at home; supporting parents and caregivers to help their child develop literacy skills; and engaging businesses and the community to make reading a priority. Explore our website for ways you can support our work. You’ll also � nd resources to help your child develop critical literacy skills and the joy of read-ing: calgaryreads.com

#GetMovingYYC Week Join the movementWinter is a great time to try new things, embrace our winter city and challenge yourself to get moving!

Moving more doesn’t have to be a huge commitment. Making small changes to your everyday routine can have a huge impact on your health. Make ‘moving more’ a personal goal, a family activity or a community chal-lenge. Where ever you are, whatever you’re doing, there are so many ways to move in Calgary.

From November 28 to December 3, The City of Calgary and its partners are hosting events throughout the city to get Calgarians moving. Events may include Free Skates, Family Outdoor Event, Guided Walks and more!

Check out the calendar of events on calgary.ca/getmoving.

Crews ready for winter snowfallIt’s important for Calgarians to get to where they want to go safely, and winter driving can be challenging because of snow and icy conditions. Stay informed during every snowfall by follow-ing @yyctransport on Twitter and downloading the Road Conditions App for frequent updates. See where crews are plowing on the live map at Calgary.ca/RoadConditions.

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NEIGHBOURHOOD CONFLICT? Community Media-tion Calgary Society (CMCS) is a no cost mediation and con� ict coaching service that can help you resolve problems and restore peace! We help neighbours be neighbours again! www.communitymediation.ca, 403-269-2707.

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On behalf of Community Standards & Waste and Recycling Services

Thank you CrossroadsCongratulations on a successful Community Cleanup

on September 17, 2016.

The weights collected for this year:Garbage: 14,270 kgOrganics: 2,110 kg

Total: 16,380 kgTruck Loads Hauled: 3

Thank you to the Community Association and residents for your commitment to help create healthy, safe and

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IMPORTANT NUMBERSALL EMERGENCY CALLS 911Alberta Adolescent Recovery Centre 403.253.5250Alberta Health Care 403.310.0000AHS Addictions Hotline 1.866.332.2322ATCO Gas – 24 Hour Emergency 403.245.7222Calgary HEALTH LINK 24/7 811Calgary Police – Non Emergency 403.266.1234Calgary Women’s Emergency Shelter 403.234.7233Child Abuse Hotline 1.800.387.5437Kids Help Line 1.800.668.6868Child Safe Canada 403.202.5900Distress/Crisis Line 403.266.4357ENMAX – Power Trouble 403-514-6100Poison Centre - Alberta 1-800-332-1414HOSPITALS / URGENT CAREAlberta Children’s Hospital 403.955.7211Foothills Hospital 403.944.1110Peter Lougheed Centre 403.943.4555Rockyview General Hospital 403.943.3000Sheldon M. Chumir Health Centre 403.955.6200South Calgary Urgent Care Health Centre 403.943.9300South Health Campus 403.956.1111OTHERCalgary Humane Society 403.205.4455Calgary Parking Authority 403.537.7000SeniorConnect 403.266.6200Calgary Kerby Elder Abuse Line 403.705.3250Alberta One-Call Corporation 1.800.242.3447City of Calgary 311Social Service Info & Referral 211Community Mediation Calgary Society 403.269.2707RNR Lockworks Ltd. 403.479.6161Road Conditions – Calgary 511Weather Information Gamblers Anonymous 403.237.0654

Community Association Monthly MeetingFind out what is happening in your community. Join us for a community meeting at 1803 14 Avenue NE the � rst Sunday of the month at 7 pm (excluding holidays). The next two meetings are on Sunday, November 6 and Sunday, December 4.

Free movie in your community Be prepared to get comfortable for a free family-friendly movie night in your community. Bring your pillow and blanket to the community hall at 1803 14 Avenue, NE on Friday, November 11 at 7 pm (main hall).

Crossroads Pub NightMeet others in your community, have a drink and play some games for Pub Night in Crossroads on Friday, November 25, be-ginning at 7 pm. Join us in the upper hall at 1803 14 Avenue, NE. Mark your calendars for the next pub night on December 16 at 7 pm.

Drumming for 50 plusNo musical background is necessary to join in the fun for free drumming sessions, the only requirement is that you must be 50 plus. DrumFun is in the upper section of the community hall at 1803 14 Avenue, NE from 9:45 to 10:45 am every Monday and Wednesday until December 14. Drumming is followed by exercise and tea.

Crossroads Winter FestivalGet into the spirit of a new season by joining the fun at the annual Winter Festival at the Crossroads Community Hall, 1803 14 Avenue, NE on Sunday, December 4 from 12 noon to 4 pm. We have an action-packed afternoon planned for all ages with games, vendors, refreshments and more.

Seniors dinner in DecemberCelebrate the holidays at the senior’s dinner on Monday, De-cember 19 at 6 pm, 1803 14 Avenue, NE. The cost is $5 for com-munity association members and $8 for non-members. RSVP by December 12 to Tracey at 403-277-6201.

50 Plus ClubThe Crossroads Community Association 50+ Club is looking for new members. If you enjoy playing cards, bingo and meeting new people, this is the club for you! Members meet every Mon-day from 6 to 10 pm. On the � rst Monday of the month there is a potluck. For more information, please contact the community asso-ciation at 403-277-6201.

Beautiful art for Crossroads As you may have noticed, the utility boxes and garbage bins in Crossroads are beautifully painted. These amazing

CROSSROADS COMMUNITY NEWScreations were designed and painted by the community’s artist Doug Driediger and he had help with the painting from some great volunteers. Thank you to the My Neighbourhood Initiative, Doug and the volunteers who helped to beautify Crossroads.

Vista Heights School updateParents/guardians of students attending Vista Heights School, please mark the second Tuesday of each month on your cal-endar. Attending meetings is a great way to stay in touch with what is happening in the school, learn how money raised from the casino fundraiser is being spent and to meet teachers and fellow parents. Come and join the conversation!  Meetings start at 6:30 pm at the Vista Heights School.  Future Council meeting dates are November 8, December 13, January 10, February 14, March 14, April 11, May 9 and June 13.

Girl Guide CornerEver wonder what to do with the Girl Guide cookies you re-cently purchased? Wait no longer; here is a delicious recipe for Minty Hot Chocolate! Source: https://www.girlguides.ca/web/GGC/Cookies/Recipies/GGC/Cookies/Recipes.aspxWhat you need to make one cup• 1 cup (250 mL) milk • 2 tsp (10 mL) powdered cocoa • 1 tsp (5 mL) brown sugar • 2 chocolatey mint Girl Guide cookies, fi nely grated • Whipped cream, for serving (optional) Heat milk in a small saucepan over low heat until hot, about 6 to 8 minutes. Whisk in powdered cocoa, brown sugar, and grated cookies. Serve immediately with a dollop of whipped cream! ENJOY!If you wish to purchase cookies or would like more informa-tion about Girl Guides, please contact Joanna Quinn at 403-291-1955 or Crystalpalacedistrict.com. Also, we are currently searching for fun and outgoing women to join us and become leaders, too! Girl Greatness Starts Here!

A Look BackWelcome back everyone to another historic feature in the Crossroads Convenor. Every month we feature an excerpt of our “Journey Through the Crossroads” history book. Last month we looked at Early Belfast Life. This month we will look at the Belfast School and the celebrations on May 29th, 2010. Does anybody remember the old mink farms at the end of 14 Avenue?  How about the old greenhouses? Also, I lost the con-tact info for the residents who know Lillian Mayland. If you are reading this, please contact me at the number below.  If you grew up in the Crossroads community or you know someone who did, please submit your stories and pictures to jrourke1@shaw.ca or call 403-601-5141.

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In 2010, we celebrated the 80th Anniversary of the Belfast School that opened in 1929.

There were no schools in the area until the early 1900s. Early pioneer children like the Burgoyne’s and Rackham’s had to walk a long way across Nose Creek to get to the Bridgeland School or Stanley Jones as it was renamed in 1916.

In 1915, after much discussion, the school board paid $30/month to rent out the Belfast Presbyterian Church to accommodate grades 1 to 3. Belfast continued to grow and a petition was sent to the board. Residents complained about the hardships of sending their kids to Stanley Jones School and this prompted the school board to move the old Nose Creek School to the new location.

This is the petition, dated Oct. 14/1913. “We, the undersigned residents of the subdivisions of Belfast, Fair-view, Kitsalano and Morris Place, in the City of Calgary, do hereby make application to the school board of the City of Calgary for a

public school, to be erected su� ciently near and central to the residents of the above mentioned properties to enable us to send our children to school.”

There were 34 school-aged children in the area.

This one room school has a lot of history be-hind it. It was originally the Nose Creek School located on the site of the North Calgary School. It was originally built in 1895 and opened on September 2, 1896. It was originally located

near the corner of Edmonton Trail and Mcknight Blvd and was moved into Belfast in 1915 at a cost of $800. The school had a long journey as it was moved three miles over a very rough prairie littered with gopher holes. Nose Creek’s � rst principal and teacher are unknown, but the earliest teacher listed was Maude Keen in 1904 and she had 20 some stu-dents before moving to Belfast.

The � rst Belfast teacher was F. Cannon in 1915, the � rst teacher/Principal was Miss A. McIntosh in 1916 and the � rst grades 1 to 3 teacher was Miss Beatrice A. Roy. Other early teachers were E. Hartley, R. Murton, G. Black, C.E. Mitchell, E.H.J. Lynds, Margaret T. Watson, R. Anderson, S.J. Howarth, Marjorie Windspear, Theo G. Finn and John A. Maxwell. The school was � rst moved to 10th Ave and 17th A Street area, but of course there were no roads, streets or addresses to distinguish where it was until Belfast was developed the 1950s. The Belfast School was a one room school with a pot belly stove and an outhouse out back. This school was named after the community in which it was situated. It sat there until the new school was built in 1960.

I have some questions about when the Belfast and Nose Creek Schools � rst opened – if you have information about the opening dates of either school, please contact me at 403-601-5141.

Join me next month for another instalment of A Look Back, our “Journey Through the Crossroads” feature!

Nose Creek/Belfast SchoolCourtesy of Shirley Claussen

Belfast SchoolBelfast School, May 29, 2010

Belfast School