February Update

Hello and Happy February PCA Members,

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

We need your help! The PCA has been granted an AGLC fundraising casino and we still have some volunteer spaces to fill. Here are the details:

When: April 29 and 30, 2025 (evening shifts)

Where: ACE Casino Blackfoot

What: Casino volunteers (no experience required)

This casino only happens once every few years and is the biggest single source of revenue for our non profit community association. The money from this casino helps the PCA upkeep community facilities, such as the hall, skating rink, old school house/library and tennis and pickleball courts. It also allows the PCA to put on programs and events for our community. 

We would be so grateful if you would consider filling one of the 12 remaining shifts. Please direct your inquiries to our casino volunteer coordinators, Carmen and Wayne, at heinen3cw@gmail.com

CURRENT PROGRAMS: 

Yoga:

 The next session runs from February 6- March 3. Classes take place on Mondays and Thursdays from 7:30-8:30pm at the Hall. The cost for the session is $160. Please email our instructor to register at loricwbffpro@gmail.com

Indoor Pickleball: 

The hall is open most Sundays and Thursdays for PCA members wanting to play indoor pickleball. You must reserve your spot ahead of time throught the following link and sign a waiver provided at your first visit: 

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0C4AABA72BA1FC1-53957656-indoor/61778031#/

Playgroup: 

Thanks to a wonderful community volunteer, playgroup is back up and running every Wednesday from 10am-noon. Bring your child(ren) to play while you visit with other community parents or get some work done. This program takes place in the preschool room (basement) at the hall and is free for PCA members. Please note that this is a parented program. 

Library: 

Did you know that Priddis has its very own library? Drop by the old school house on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3-5pm or Saturdays from 10-noon. The volunteers would love to show you the massive collection of books available to borrow.

UPCOMING EVENTS:

WinterFest: 

We hope you will join us on Sunday February 9 from 3-5pm for Priddis WinterFest. This event is free for PCA members and will feature skating, music, campfires, s’mores and hot chocolate. We will also have a BBQ and Bar available for purchase (cash or card). 

Shinny Tournament: 

While registration for this fun event is full, we would like to invite you to come on down on Feb 23 to take in the action. In addition to exciting hockey and a great atmosphere, we will be offering a breakfast concession and a BBQ and Beer Garden later in the day. Admission is free and it is sure to be a fun day. 

We need your support!!

We are quickly approaching our Annual Fall Supper - we changed it up a bit this year and added live music, changed up our dinner menu to include more variety and have gluten free options.

However, we require numbers for our caterer by Tuesday November 12th at 6pm in order to move this wonderful event forward!!

Please come out and meet your neighbours, enjoy a delicious meal with your family, listen to some old fashioned rock n’ roll that will be sure to get your feet tapping!! We promise during dinner the music won’t be too loud!!

I have attached the link below for ticket purchases - kids 6-12 are 1/2 price and kids under 6 are free!!

https://pca.getcommunal.com/parent_programs/1452

We look forward to seeing all of you there!!

Your PCA Board

November Update

Hello and Happy Fall Priddis! We have a lot of exciting events coming up before the end of 2024 so be sure you follow us on social media to stay up to date on all of the things happening in our community. 

Pickleball Tournament:

The PCA would like to send a huge thank you to JPS Furnace and Air Conditioning for all of their work making our first community pickleball tournament such a success. In addition to sponsoring the event on October 5, their team worked behind the scenes and on the ground the day of the event in order to make sure everything ran smoothly. Everyone had a great time and we are looking forward to hosting another Pickleball tournament in the spring. 

Cyclist Meeting: 

On October 22 the PCA partnered with Foothills County to host a public meeting regarding cyclists in our community.

The panel included representatives from the PCA, Foothills County councilors and managers, bylaw officers and RCMP. There were over 40 attendees at the meeting which included area residents, area residents who are also cyclists, and spokespersons from various cycling clubs from outside of our community

Key thoughts shared:

• Safety concerns on the road

• Conflicts between cyclists and residents

• Lack of space for that many extra cars coming into our community

• Costs incurred by the community association as a result of cyclists visiting our community 

Things to be explored before next cycling season:

• Outreach and communication with cyclists

• Educational signage

• Implementing paid parking for cyclists

• Adding parking options on municipal land within the Hamlet of Priddis to ease the strain on the community hall lot

Yoga:

Our last session of yoga for 2024 will take place from November 11- December 12. Classes take place from 7:30-8:30pm on Mondays and Thursdays at the Priddis Hall. This is a registered program and the cost of the 10 class session is $200. Email the instructor to register at loricwbffproh@gmail.com

Act fast as the last session was full! 

Memberships:

PCA Memberships are now up for renewal. PCA memberships are required to use community amenities, such as the rink and tennis/pickleball courts. Having a membership also grants access to member pricing for many of our community events including the Fall supper. You can purchase or renew your membership here:

https://www.priddisalberta.com/memberships

Meat Raffle:

Water’s Edge Pub is currently running a meat raffle with all proceeds benefiting the Priddis Community Association. Tickets are 3 for $5 and the winner will take home a great prize basket of meat to stock their freezer. Tickets can be purchased at the pub, with the draw taking place at the Priddis Hall on November 16 during the community Fall Supper. Thanks to Water’s Edge for their support. 

Fall Supper November 16:

The Fall supper is fast approaching. We are pleased to be having Water’s Edge cater this special event again. This year we will be adding live music to the event. There will also be a cash bar. The doors will open at 5:30pm and dinner will be served at 6pm. 

Tickets can be purchased through the following link:

https://pca.getcommunal.com/parent_programs/1452

Christmas Market November 30:

Tables sold out incredibly fast for our upcoming Christmas Market. We hope you will come out on November 30 from 10-4 to shop from over 25 local vendors at the Priddis Hall. There is no entry fee and we will have a concession available as well (cash only).

Santa Photos December 1:

Santa and Mrs. Clause will be returning to Priddis again this year for our popular Photos With Santa. This event will take place on Sunday December 1 at the Priddis Hall. Time slots start at 10am. Skip the lines and come see Santa in a relaxed environment. You are free to take as many photos as you would like during your time slot. The photos will take place inside this year and we will also have a cash concession available. Don’t delay as this event always sells out! 

To secure your spot for Santa Photos:

1. Purchase a ticket here: 

https://pca.getcommunal.com/parent_programs/1457

2. Once you have purchased a ticket you will be sent a link to choose your time slot.

Holly Jolly Jingle and Mingle December 13:

Join neighbors and friends new and old for this festive community event. The Jazz-Niks will be performing live music that is sure to get you in the holiday spirit.

Details:

Doors at 6pm

Show at 7pm

All ages show

Cash bar available

This is a FREE event for PCA members. We would appreciate it if you brought along a donation for the food bank. While the event is free, guests are required to reserve their seats through the link below:

https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/holly-jolly-jingle-mingle-tickets-1042083368407?aff=oddtdtcreator

PCA AGM January 16:

The PCA AGM is now scheduled for Thursday January 16, 2025. The AGM will be held at the Priddis Hall beginning at 7:30pm and is open to all PCA members. This is a great way to see all our volunteer board accomplished last year and learn what is on the agenda for the coming year. We are also looking for a few more board members to join our team. If you are interested in learning more about joining the PCA, please email priddispresident@gmail.com