Mckenna Corner

In every community there is work to be done. In every nation, there are wounds to heal. In every heart there is the power to do it. -Marianne Williamson

Monday, October 25, 2010

Mckenna After School Program

Mckenna After School Program

Program Provider:
 City of Calgary - Community & Neighbourhood Services

Program Description:
  • soccer
  • games
  • dodge ball
  • scavenger hunt
Address:
229 - Mckenna Lane SE (Resource Center)
 Calgary, AB

Primary Contact:
 3-1-1

Hours of Operation:

Wednesday 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Note:   Program runs from September 29 to December 8, 2010.  

Fees:
 Free.

Eligibility:
Children ages 6 to 10. AfterSchool pass available at program. Website:
 http://www.calgary.ca/afterschool

Mckenzie Lake Youth

McKenzie Lake Youth

The McKenzie Lake Youth program is aimed to provide a safe and fun environment for youth 11-16. The program will focus on activities that allow youth to learn about themselves and further develop their self-esteem and leadership skills. The programs also work to encourage social and recreational learning and help build positive peer relationships.

When

Thursdays, September 29 - December 17, 2010
4 -7 p.m.

Where

Mckenzie Lake Community Association
16198 McKenzie Lake Way S.E.

Who

Youth 11 - 16 years

Contact

Please call 3-1-1

Wednesday, October 20, 2010

Useful Phone Numbers

USEFUL PHONE NUMBERS

  1. CHC Maintenance 403-244-4747
  2. CHC Tenant Inquiries 403-221-9100
  3. Child Welfare 403-297-2995
  4. Help finding any community, social, or government services in Calgary 24 hrs dial 211
  5. Distress Center 24 hours 403-266-1605
  6. Good Food Box Orders 403-257-8058

Community Businesses

COMMUNITY BUSINESS
Do you have a dayhome or a homebased business that you want to advertise in the complex? Email me at mckennacorner@yahoo.com with all the details and your contact info and once it is approved I will happily post it on this blog for you.

Calgary Health Region

HEALTH NURSE
Come and visit with a CHR Nurse ask questions and get your children and yourself immunized at the resource center unit 229
Tuesday mornings from 9:30-11:30 AM

Tutoring Program

TUTORING

Come to the Resource Center Unit # 229 and take advantage of access to the computer, printer and internet. Learn your ABC's or finish your homework and school projects. 
Preschool aged children 3-5yr olds  Wednesdays 6:00-6:50pm
Elementary to High School 6-18yr olds 7:00-8:00pm
Come and enjoy learning, making friends,and year end parties!!
This program is for residents of the complex please keep other friends to a minimum. Residents of the complex will be given priority for the use of the computer.

The Patch Program

 THE PATCH PROGRAM
What is Patch?
Patch is a Hull Child and Family Services Program. This program provides basic needs, support & referrals to other agencies and programs, emotional support and advocacy
Patch Hours are 9:30-11:30 AM Tuesdays @ the resource center

Thursday, October 7, 2010

Good Food Box


GOOD FOOD BOX
The Good Food Box is a program where you can purchase fresh fruits and vegetables for a very low cost


GOOD FOOD BOX FACTS
Fact: Customers pay the cost of the food
itself while distribution overhead is
subsidized.
Fact: We buy top quality fresh fruit and
vegetables directly from farmers and the
wholesale stores.
Fact: In 2009 we distributed an average of
1000 boxes per month.
Fact: Volunteers sort and pack food into boxes
at our warehouse.
 
    WHAT WILL I FIND IN MY BOX?
  • Apples
  • Bananas
  • Broccoli
  • Carrots
  • Corn
  • Cauliflower
  • Cucumbers
  • Bell Peppers
  • Grapefruit
  • Lettuce
  • Lime
  • Onions
  • Oranges
  • Potatoes
  • Tomatoes 
The selection will vary according to
availability & wholesale cost


Large Family Box
40+ Lbs. produce

$25.00
Family Box
30+ Lbs. produce

$20.00

Single Box/Senior
20+ Lbs. produce

$15.00


Order Dates 2011
January 11
Febuary 8
March 8
April 5
May 10
June 14
September 13
October 18
November 29
* No order in July, August or December

Contact 
Charity Giannakos
106 Mckenna Cres SE
403.257.8058
Payment due in advance. Cash only please