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Activities for the whole family offered at Registration Night
by Shaylyn Thornton
On September 5 the Edson and District
Community Learning Society held a Registration
Night, where members of the community were
invited to check out the different activities Edson
has to offer.
The Learning Society has a goal to promote
lifelong learning opportunities in Edson, and
offering a place for individuals and families to
find out more about some of those opportunities
is the main idea behind Registration Night.
Approximately 30 clubs and organizations from
in and around Edson were in attendance at the
Friendship Center during the event, ready to
answer questions about their groups and meet
prospective members.
Groups like the Tiger Moth Air Cadets, Junior
Forest Wardens, Essence Dance Co. and Awana Cheryl DeLeeuw (left), Tatianna DeLeeuw, Kaitlyn Coady and Carolyn Coady were ready to discuss the
were ready to meet new people and talk about 4-H Club at Registration Night on September 5. photo Shaylyn Thornton
what their group is all about.
The Edson Orcas were also on hand to talk Another great fitness offering for kids and disabling conditions, and also offers respite care
about their Swim Club, and their coaches and youth is the Edson Tumblers Gymnastic Club. for those who may need a break in their full-time
members were full of enthusiasm as they talked The group offers a variety of classes throughout roles as caregiver. The program is available for
about their group. “It's really fun to swim,” said the week, for age groups ranging from 3 to 15. adults 18+, and those interested can contact 780-
Orcas team member Adrienne Van Dyk. “We They also offer a Parent and Tot program for the 725-6060 for more information.
have a great program and others should try it.” younger age groups to participate alongside their Certainly, the Registration Night had many
Fellow Orcas member Alexis Oishi agreed parents. amazing organizations in attendance. If you and
wholeheartedly. “There's lots of travel which is Registration closes within a couple weeks of your family are looking for clubs and
awesome. And we have a really close team,” she class start dates, so those interested should organizations to get involved with, you should be
said. “We have the best coaches, too.” register soon. For more information, reach out to able to find an excellent option in Edson.
The Edson Orcas offer competitive or edsontumblers@gmail.com. Many groups can be found in the Explore
recreational swimming for all levels, and Though many of the groups were more Edson Program Guide, which can be found on
registrations for new members are taken until focussed to Edson, the Yellowhead 4-H District edson.ca. You can also find out about
September 30. More information can be found on Clubs were also at Registration Night to chat. organizations by looking around on social media,
www.edsonorcaswim.ca. Carrot Creek 4-H Club leader Cheryl DeLeeuw or even on community bulletin boards.
Groups like the Friendship Centre and the Early said that 4-H is a great program to offer to rural So many great things are going on in our
Childhood Matters Coalition were also on site, families on a farm or acreage. community, so don't hesitate to be a part of it.
offering information about their many programs. The 4-H program offers travel opportunities, There is something for everyone!
Many athletic extracurricular groups were at public speaking experience, leadership
the event to talk to the community, such as Edson opportunities,
Dance Enthusiasts and Edson Taekwondo. scholarships, and more.
The Edson Wado Kai Karate Club was also It is a great program for
there, and are happy to offer a “family oriented, those aged 9-20. Those
active program that is structured but fun,” said interested can contact
Teresa Parry. The group is led by instructors Michelle Roy at 780-
Lynda Hill and Chris Marler, and head instructor 723-2361.
Sylvie Fontaine. In addition to the many
“Anyone who is interested in meeting new great extracurricular
people and having new experiences is welcome,” activities, programs to
said Parry. “New members are invited to try a assist others were also
class or two and see if they like it, before they available. Glenn
need to fully commit to being members. We want Skimming with Alberta
kids to be comfortable and feel out if it's right for Health Services was in
them.” attendance, armed with
The Karate Club is ran by and instructed by brochures and
non-paid volunteers, and is for anyone ages 8 information on the Adult
and over. More information can be found on the Day Program in Edson.
group's social media, or stop by one of their The program supports
work outs which are Mondays and Wednesdays older adults in the
at 6pm at Vanier School. community with
Stacie Eldstrom (left), Andrea Labrie, and Alijha Butler represented the Edson
Tumblers Gymnastics during Registration Night on September 5.
photo Shaylyn Thornton
Activities for the whole family offered at Registration Night
by Shaylyn Thornton
On September 5 the Edson and District
Community Learning Society held a Registration
Night, where members of the community were
invited to check out the different activities Edson
has to offer.
The Learning Society has a goal to promote
lifelong learning opportunities in Edson, and
offering a place for individuals and families to
find out more about some of those opportunities
is the main idea behind Registration Night.
Approximately 30 clubs and organizations from
in and around Edson were in attendance at the
Friendship Center during the event, ready to
answer questions about their groups and meet
prospective members.
Groups like the Tiger Moth Air Cadets, Junior
Forest Wardens, Essence Dance Co. and Awana Cheryl DeLeeuw (left), Tatianna DeLeeuw, Kaitlyn Coady and Carolyn Coady were ready to discuss the
were ready to meet new people and talk about 4-H Club at Registration Night on September 5. photo Shaylyn Thornton
what their group is all about.
The Edson Orcas were also on hand to talk Another great fitness offering for kids and disabling conditions, and also offers respite care
about their Swim Club, and their coaches and youth is the Edson Tumblers Gymnastic Club. for those who may need a break in their full-time
members were full of enthusiasm as they talked The group offers a variety of classes throughout roles as caregiver. The program is available for
about their group. “It's really fun to swim,” said the week, for age groups ranging from 3 to 15. adults 18+, and those interested can contact 780-
Orcas team member Adrienne Van Dyk. “We They also offer a Parent and Tot program for the 725-6060 for more information.
have a great program and others should try it.” younger age groups to participate alongside their Certainly, the Registration Night had many
Fellow Orcas member Alexis Oishi agreed parents. amazing organizations in attendance. If you and
wholeheartedly. “There's lots of travel which is Registration closes within a couple weeks of your family are looking for clubs and
awesome. And we have a really close team,” she class start dates, so those interested should organizations to get involved with, you should be
said. “We have the best coaches, too.” register soon. For more information, reach out to able to find an excellent option in Edson.
The Edson Orcas offer competitive or edsontumblers@gmail.com. Many groups can be found in the Explore
recreational swimming for all levels, and Though many of the groups were more Edson Program Guide, which can be found on
registrations for new members are taken until focussed to Edson, the Yellowhead 4-H District edson.ca. You can also find out about
September 30. More information can be found on Clubs were also at Registration Night to chat. organizations by looking around on social media,
www.edsonorcaswim.ca. Carrot Creek 4-H Club leader Cheryl DeLeeuw or even on community bulletin boards.
Groups like the Friendship Centre and the Early said that 4-H is a great program to offer to rural So many great things are going on in our
Childhood Matters Coalition were also on site, families on a farm or acreage. community, so don't hesitate to be a part of it.
offering information about their many programs. The 4-H program offers travel opportunities, There is something for everyone!
Many athletic extracurricular groups were at public speaking experience, leadership
the event to talk to the community, such as Edson opportunities,
Dance Enthusiasts and Edson Taekwondo. scholarships, and more.
The Edson Wado Kai Karate Club was also It is a great program for
there, and are happy to offer a “family oriented, those aged 9-20. Those
active program that is structured but fun,” said interested can contact
Teresa Parry. The group is led by instructors Michelle Roy at 780-
Lynda Hill and Chris Marler, and head instructor 723-2361.
Sylvie Fontaine. In addition to the many
“Anyone who is interested in meeting new great extracurricular
people and having new experiences is welcome,” activities, programs to
said Parry. “New members are invited to try a assist others were also
class or two and see if they like it, before they available. Glenn
need to fully commit to being members. We want Skimming with Alberta
kids to be comfortable and feel out if it's right for Health Services was in
them.” attendance, armed with
The Karate Club is ran by and instructed by brochures and
non-paid volunteers, and is for anyone ages 8 information on the Adult
and over. More information can be found on the Day Program in Edson.
group's social media, or stop by one of their The program supports
work outs which are Mondays and Wednesdays older adults in the
at 6pm at Vanier School. community with
Stacie Eldstrom (left), Andrea Labrie, and Alijha Butler represented the Edson
Tumblers Gymnastics during Registration Night on September 5.
photo Shaylyn Thornton
