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Calgary in May

The city of Calgary is always bustling with events, festivities and more.  Are you looking for local things to do?  No plans over the weekends in May?  If you looking to fill your weekends and have already booked in WHCA events, check out what else is happening around the city.  Thank you to Tourism Calgary for their schedule of events.  Want to see the full scheduled of events going on in the city?

Click here for further ideas!

May @ the WHCA

May is here and we truly hope that the snow stays away.  It’s time to enjoy the warmth of the spring sun and the freshness of May flowers.  It’s time to enjoy some out door activities such as soccer, football, running, biking etc.  Does that not tickle your fancy?  Why not check out what the West Hillhurst Community Association has happening in May.



Be sure to check out all the events, promotions, and classes offered for May.  If further information is requested, please contact us @ 403.283.0464

WHCA & Carpentry

25It’s finally spring (temperature wise) and that means the WHCA is starting the 2018 project season.  Among the many upgrades and renovations that will occur this year, the WHCA has an innovative project that is coming to light.  Do you love to work with wood?  Are you a professional and experienced carpenter?  Do you love to volunteer your artistic talents, especially within your community?  The West Hillhurst Community Association has an opportunity

The WHCA is currently seeking a professional and experienced carpenter to volunteer their expertise for a new project.  Please contact generalmanager@westhillhurst.com if interested.  Or, you may fill out our Volunteer Application.

WHCA Neighbourhood Advertising

The WHCA and community volunteers will be walking the neighbourhood in the next couple weeks.  We will be knocking on your doors to showcase what the WHCA has to offer for the 2018 season including our member benefits, programs, events, within the Health Club, rental spaces and more.

One of the larger Community Associations in Calgary, we want you to know the privileges that come with becoming a member.  Come experience the daily pickleball play, squash courts, health club, ice arena and take advantage of the rental programs such as Summit Kid and the No-Contact Hockey League (NCHL).  Senior programming runs daily in the Go-Getters room.

Please welcome us as we warmly showcase the West Hillhurst Community Center.  Let’s strengthen the community, come together and be together.

WHCA – In Your Back Yard

Ellen is HERE!

The only Canadian stop, Ellen DeGeneres has chosen to speak to a very lucky crowd of Calgarians at the Scotia Bank Saddledome April 21, 2018.  We have all seen her on television, now experience the fun, loving, excitable and personable celebrity in person.  Ellen has inspired fans & people around the world and has been a supporting voice & advocate for the LGTBQ community.

As reported on Global News, “A Conversation with Ellen DeGeneres” will highlight her one-of-a-kind humour during a moderated question-and-answer conversation on Saturday, April 21.

The comedian and daytime talk show host will deliver “inspiring and hilarious experiences” for her fans.

DeGeneres has earned recognition as a household name and a global entertainer.”

For more information or to order your tickets for tomorrow’s conversation, click here.

Have a Fusion Friday

The human experience is based off of our five amazing senses.  The five senses help us experience a world that we often taken for granted, but when we focus our concentration, we can be treated by a sensory treat. 

Treat your senses with the Japanese Fusion Friday’s.  Let your palette take yourself on an adventure of culture and experience Japanese cuisine.  Located in the heart of 17th Avenue SW in Calgary, 5s17 is a Japanese Fusion restaurant that celebrates the five senses of the culinary experience.

“5s17’s contemporary menu features made-to-order ramen noodle bowls, sizzling teppanyaki, fresh poke bowls, sushi burritos and more.
Savour the mouthwatering flavours of miso, chili goma, teriyaki, togarashi and yuzu. Indulge in the vibrant colours and aromas of Chef Satoru Kogo’s Asian fusion dishes featuring fresh ingredients – prepared with creativity, flair and a passion for a culinary mashup of East and West.”

Make a reservation or order online.

 FRIDAY 11:30AM TO MIDNIGHT
 634 17 AVE SW, CALGARY, AB T2S 0B4
VISIT THE WEBSITE
Join 5s17 on April 13 for their Friday Fusion menu.  Conqueror your cravings and experience some of the best fusion food in the city.

Calgary’s Woman’s Show

Empowerment, success, drive, resilience, and strength.  Just a few words that describe what women across the world should feel and hold close.  Women support women and that is what the show is about.  Check out hundreds of trade tables and meet the entrepreneurs that help make our community and world a better place.

Calgary Woman’s Show

Apr 14, 2018 to Apr 15, 2018

Description

Home decor, fashion, beauty — you can learn more about it all at the Calgary Woman’s Show. Browse the offerings of more than 300 exhibitors and see celebrity guests like The Young and the Restless star Jess Walton. The two-day event is also full of fun activities including several fashion shows, talks and demonstrations.

Times:
Saturday: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Sunday: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

For more information, visit:
calgarywomansshow.com

For tickets, visit:
showpass.com

Companion Planting and Herb Growing

Come join us at the WHCA while the Green Committee helps bring further knowledge and information to garden lovers.  Get your green-thumbs ready, and participate in learning about all the edibles the grow in our back yards.

Growing Herbs Indoors & Companion Planting – Wednesday, April 18th  6:30-9:00

The second session in the series will be Wednesday night April 18 from 6:30-9:00. “GROWING HERBS INDOORS AND COMPANION PLANTING” – the focus will be on herbs – and as part of this session you will plant a beautiful planter that includes herbs and edible flowers for the outdoors. You can have a planter that not only looks spectacular but is useful too! Keep an eye on the website for details! Register for the talk for only $35.00.

Happy Easter Monday

From everyone at the WHCA and Health Club, we wish everyone a very happy Easter.  On this Easter Monday, recharge and relax after a weekend full of fun, family and Easter Egg hunting.


The WHCA and Health Club are open regular hours.  We are ready to serve you in the facility with the extensive array of events and programming.  Come down in the mornings and enjoy Pickleball hosted by the Calgary Pickleball Club or bring down the kiddos to play in the Summit Kids bouncy castle.  Event though spring is here, the ice arena continues to run and we are offering Free Skate to members right through until August.

Continue to watch our blog, website, social media and in-house advertising in the community center.  There are lots of programs running through the spring and summer.  WHCA looks forward to seeing you utilize the facility and benefit from our exclusive MEMBER-ONLY deals.  To find out more about the member benefits or to purchase your pass, click here.