November Update

Hello Priddis!

As November arrives and the temperatures get cooler, anticipation begins to build for the opening of our outdoor rink. Be sure to follow us on social media as that is the best way to get updates on the rink status. Once we have an expected opening date, we will provide this winter’s rink schedule for our community members. Just a reminder that all rink users must have a PCA membership. The revenue generated from these memberships helps us fund all of the equipment and maintenance that is required to have this amazing amenity in our community. Thanks in advance for your cooperation.

This is a friendly reminder that all PCA Memberships expired on October 31. If you have yet to renew,  please follow the link below to get your membership for this year. 

https://pca.getcommunal.com/memberships

Our second annual Community Christmas Market is fast approaching and excitement is building for this wonderful event. This year’s market will take place on Saturday November 29 from 10am-4pm at the Priddis Community Hall. Entrance is free and you can shop from over 30 local vendors. We will also have a concession offering coffee, hot chocolate, drinks, snacks, breakfast and lunch. We hope to see you there!

We are pleased to be able to provide a variety of programs at the Priddis Hall for our community members. Below you will find information on the program offerings between now and the end of 2025. 

Parented Playgroup: Wednesday mornings at 9:30am in the Preschool room (enter using the NW door and head downstairs). This drop in program is free for all PCA members. 

Yoga: The popular yoga program is back for another session. Join other community members at the Priddis Hall on Mondays and Thursdays from 7:30-8:30pm. This is a registered program and all levels are welcome. More information and registration can be found here: 

https://www.heartomwellness.com

Indoor Pickleball:  For a third year in a row we will be lining a pickleball court inside the hall so our community members can keep their skills sharp through the winter. All users must have a current PCA membership and reserve their spot ahead of time through the link below. 

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0C4AABA72BA1FC1-59295909-pcamembers#/

Fitness Class: This fun, full body workout takes place at the Priddis Community Hall on Wednesday and Friday mornings from 9:45-10:45. You can expect cardio, weights, bands, core, stretching, great music and a whole lot of fun. This is a registered program and all levels are welcome. More information and registration can be found here: 

https://www.heartomwellness.com

We hope to see you at one of the great programs or events in our community. 

Sincerely,

The Priddis Community Association Board of Directors 

October Update

Happy October, Priddis! We have lots of exciting programs and events coming up, as well as some changes to our Memberships and Hall rentals. All of this information is included below in this month’s community update.

Upcoming Events:

• Oct 14: Brain Health and Memory Challenge workshop for community members, their families and care givers. The workshop starts at 6pm, is free to attend but please email fcss@foothillscountyab.ca to secure your spot.

• Oct 20: The Priddis Community Hall will be a polling station for the municipal election.

• Oct 21: Cybersecurity presentation at 6pm. Must be 18+. No cost or preregistration required.

• Oct 25: Community Halloween Party. We are pleased to be partnering with the Hawks Landing Community Association to put on a fun Halloween event. This is a free event for our members and will run from 4-7pm at the Priddis Hall. Free entry, pumpkin carving contest, costume contest, live music, food trucks for purchase and so much more. 

• Nov 2: New this year- the PCA invites you to join us for a Fall Brunch. This event will take place at the Priddis Hall from 11am-2pm. We will be serving up pancakes, French toast, sausage,eggs, fruit, coffee and juice. There will also be a cash bar with Baileys, Mimosas and Caesars. Tickets must be reserved in advance and can be purchased here:

https://pca.getcommunal.com/parent_programs/2442

• Nov 29: The 2nd Annual Priddis Christmas Market. Join us from 10am-4pm at the Priddis Hall to shop from over 30 local vendors. There is no entry fee and we will have a concession with breakfast, drinks and yummy snacks. 

• Jan 15: Mark your calendars and save the date for our AGM. 

Important Changes: 

• The PCA Board of directors have voted on changes to our Membership structure. The changes will come into effect on November 1 and are as follows:

1. Instead of being valid from November 1- October 31 each year, memberships will now be valid for 1 year from the date of purchase. Members will get an email reminder 30 days before memberships expire. 

2. In addition to our current membership offerings, we will be introducing a new Non Resident membership for those who wish to purchase a membership but live outside of our area

3. The new rates (per year) will be as follows:

Business: $100

Family: $50

Single Adult or Senior: $25

Non Resident: $75

• Effective November 1 our Hall Rental prices will be increasing to help us keep up with rising costs and hall rental maintenance. Rates will be posted on the website. 

Activities in Priddis:

• Parented playgroup Wednesday mornings at 9:30 in the preschool space at the Priddis Hall. This is a drop in, parented program that is free for PCA members. Thanks to the volunteers who are running the program this Fall. We couldn’t do it without you. (Paused during the teacher’s strike)

• Yoga takes place on Monday and Thursday evenings from 7:30-8:30pm at the Priddis Hall. This is a registered program for all levels and more information can be found at https://www.heartomwellness.com

• A new, fun group fitness class happens at the Priddis Hall on Wednesday and Friday mornings from 9:45-10:45am. This is a registered program that focuses on a full body workout for all levels. For more information please visit https://www.heartomwellness.com

• Back by popular demand- we will be offering indoor pickleball at the Priddis Hall again this winter. This program will be offered most Sundays from 1-4pm and most Thursdays from 3-7pm. All users must have a PCA membership and sign a waiver. Sign up is required and can be done here: 

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0C4AABA72BA1FC1-59295909-pcamembers

• We are sure you have heard all the buzz by now- the Priddis Rink surface has a fresh new look and a safe new path. Not only will this improve the quality of our ice for the winter season. It also means that community members can enjoy the space all year round with activities like ball hockey, rollerblading and biking. Next summer we will be looking for input into what activities, programs or events our community would like to see in this space. Just a reminder that everyone using the rink during any season needs to have a PCA Membership. 

September 2025 Update

Priddis Panthers Hockey

Registration for the 2025/2026 hockey season will close on September 15.

Click here to register: TeamSnap :: Priddis Panthers Rec Hockey :: Direct any questions to priddishockey@gmail.com 

New this year- from 10am-2pm Saturday September 13 the Panthers will be hosting a gear swap and swag sale at the Priddis Hall.

Group Fitness Class

We are excited to announce a brand new group fitness class coming to the Priddis Hall this Fall. The class will be a full body workout with cardio, core, resistance bands and light weights. It will also be full of great vibes and good music. All fitness levels are welcome to come join the fun. It is also a great way to meet new people in the community. Classes take place on Wednesdays and Fridays from 9:45-10:45am. The first session runs from September 17- October 24. Email lorichinnery@heartomwellness.com with questions or to secure your spot. 

Playgroup

We are looking for a volunteer to run a community playgroup this Fall. This parented program takes place one morning per week (the volunteer can pick the day and time) in our preschool space. We provide all of the toys and advertising. The volunteer just needs to commit to being available to attend each week. If you are interested please email priddisalberta@gmail.com 

Fall Workshop Series

We are pleased to have partnered with some wonderful organizations and presenters to bring 3  unique presentations to our community this Fall. All of these sessions will take place at the Priddis Community Hall. They are FREE to attend, but some require preregistration. 

September 24- Advance Health Care Planning Workshop

Does your family know exactly what treatments you would want and not want if you had a serious health emergency?  And who would legally make decisions on your behalf if you could not? Do you have an AHS-recommended Green Sleeve readily available on your fridge for EMS? On Wednesday September 24 from 7 to 8:45 pm, a seasoned senior presenter, Murray Hiebert, will lead a workshop to assist you to prepare (or update) your Green Sleeve to include your Alberta-legal Personal Health Care Directive and Goals of Care. To ensure your questions are answered, the workshop is limited to 20. Please email Murray at hiebert@gmail.com for registration or more information. 

September 30 and October 14- Memory Loss

Jennifer from Brain Health Catalyst will be sharing strategies, giving direction and support to families, caregivers and anyone else facing the journey of memory loss. These sessions will begin at 6pm. Email fcss@foothillscountyab.ca to reserve your spot.

October 21- Cybersecurity

Nicole from Literacy for Life will be presenting about cybersecurity. Topics covered will include phishing, email settings and keeping your devices safe. The session begins at 6pm and there will be time for questions at the end. This is a drop in session for community members aged 18 and over. Questions can be directed to fcss@foothillscountyab.ca 

Upcoming Events 

Oct 25- Community Halloween Party

TBD- Fall Supper 

Nov 29- Christmas Market (email priddismarkets@gmail for vendor information)

Nov 30- Photos with Santa and Mrs. Clause  

Memberships

This is a friendly reminder that all PCA memberships expire on October 31 each year. Before November 1 you will need to purchase a new membership in order to remain a member in good standing. Why is it important to renew your membership? Not only does it give you access to amenities such as the Rink and Tennis/Pickleball Courts, it also provides a cost savings when purchasing tickets to events such as the Fall Supper and Photos With Santa. Furthermore, those who have been a member in good standing for 2+ consecutive years receive a huge discount on hall rentals. Tip- our membership software allows you to set your membership to “auto renew.” This is a great way to keep your membership up to date without having to worry about or remember if you renewed it. 

Stay Connected 

In addition to these monthly newsletters, we also post community information on our website www.priddisalberta.com. However, following us on social media is the best way to stay up to date with everything that is going on. You can find us on Facebook and Instagram.