Club Events 2009
| 2009-02-21 : CCC - World of Wheels, and Young@Heart |
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CCC - World of Wheels (custom car show at the Roundup Centre)
Attend the World of Wheels car and hot rod show at the Round-up Centre.
You're not required to stick with the group the whole time but you should plan on meeting back up with the group at the time indicated above. Ticket and event information: http://www.autorama.com/casi/show/spectator/calgary.html So many amazing cars and trucks to view at this show and who even knew there's a "Fiero Owners Club of Calgary" club...I guess there's a little something for someone everywhere. If you get out to this show in the future then hopefully you'll have and chance to stroll along with Brent or Werner and learn about the interesting vehicles they or their friends have owned. I gotta find me a Rambler (thanks for the tip Brent!) |
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CCC - Young@Heart Documentary at Cardel - Expect the Unexpected
Meet at 2:00pm Movie starts at 2:30 p.m. Young@Heart is a New England senior citizens chorus that has delighted audiences worldwide with their covers of songs by everyone from The Clash to Coldplay. Based in Northampton, Massachusetts, the group is made up of two dozen spirited seniors who specialize in reinterpreting rock, punk and R & B classics from a unique perspective. Their lineup includes former schoolteachers, executives, doctors and food service workers, and the chorus is guided by their longtime director Bob Cilman. With less than two months to go until a one night only concert in their hometown, the performers struggle with the new lyrics and unfamiliar melodies of seven new songs. Official Web Site. We saw this film in the theatre several months ago, and I cannot stress enough how FANTASTIC it is. Their choir master chooses songs for them that completely warp the meaning of the song when it is sung by a group of seniors. I especially love the chorus' rendition of: I Wanna Be Sedated Another favorite: Road to Nowhere And another: Golden Years Here's the trailer * Eat before you arrive. You may bring bottled/container of water for drinking in the theatre.ONLY WATER IS ALLOWED! Please do not leave any bottle/containers in the theatre afterwards. * No food is permitted in the theatre.* * There are three large tables, a serving bar and two fridges for your use. * Alcohol is not permitted. * Smoking is not permitted on the premises, including the parking lot. * Parking is available in the Cardel Homes parking lot and along 12th Street. I loved this film the first time I saw it (with CCC, of course), and seeing it for the second time didn't diminish the enjoyment. In fact, I think I enjoyed it even more for sharing it with a great group of CCC members who weren't shy about laughing, crying and clapping (in all the right places). Thanks to all who came out. :) -- Rhonda |
| 2009-02-24 : COC - XC Ski at West Bragg Creek |
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| We are happy to report about 10 cm of powder on West Bragg trails. This made, the sun prone areas of Iron Springs very satisfactory. Ski poles striking ice confirm that it was a nightmare before this snowfall. Sundog Loop and Elbow Trail were in excellent condition! |
| 2009-02-28 : EOC - Snowshoe and Skate Party |
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There was a bite to the air today, and I was disappointed that the hut was locked (except for the bathrooms) which put a bit of a cramp in the "party" part of today's event. But, six hearty EOCers perservered and we skated for a bit, then had a "tailgate party" to enjoy some hot chocolate a'la Brent. After hot chocolate, we put on the snow shoes and bushwhacked over to the golf course. Climbed the big hill where we rediscovered the wind, and returned back down to bushwhack our way back to our cars. We finished off the event with a trip to Tim Horton's for coffee and snacks. Thanks to everyone for coming out and for being gentle on the newbie coordinator. -- Rhonda from Calgary |
| 2009-03-03 : COC - Canmore Nordic Centre Evening Ski |
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| 2009-03-05 : CCC - First Thursday - Art Central |
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* Join us for First Thursday at Art Central. This is a monthly event which runs the first Thursday of each month. Join us for a Swinging First Thursday on March 5 with live music by the Polyjesters, Swing Dance Calgary, an improvised comedy soap opera, exhibition openings and much more! This event is free and, after the event we may go for a beverage, to wind down after all the excitement of the day and to discuss what we enjoyed most. For more information on First Thursday and Art Central visit their website: www.artcentral.ca |
| Thanks for braving the crazy weather to come out to First Thursday, everyone enjoyed Art Central on a First Thursday. The Polyjesters were entertaining us with their unique style of music and the Swing Dancers were busy showing off their fancy footwork. Some of the vendors were offering wine and appies. After we met up at the Siding Cafe for a bite to eat and to share some great company. Thanks to Rhonda for grabbing the tables for us. |
| 2009-03-06 : COC - Backyard Envy and The Strathcona Ravine , SW |
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| We started out right at 6pm - the light of the evening stayed with us right until the end. It will be nice to have those long evenings back! We saw 3 deer on the Strathcona/Christie Ravine, then 5 more hidden in the trees. Mainly does, some just 2 years old. A nice treat! Thanks to all who came out - see you again another time! |
| 2009-03-07 : COC - Penstock Loop - Slow Pace |
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Sometimes the days that don't go quite as planned are the best kind. We started off from the Info Center, crossing the road and hooking onto the Canyon Trail which leads to Penstock Loop. Nice little trail through the trees; nothing really remarkable. We started out counter-clockwise around Penstock Loop, and soon took the unofficial viewpoint detour to the right to go see the ice formations on the penstock. One GPS-wielding hiker (a prominent volunteer who shall remain nameless *cough*Ed*cough*) believed that if we continued along the unofficial trail that we would hook back onto Penstock Loop Trail. That turned out to be not the case, though, and we looped around the penstock, down the hill to the power station and ended up coming out onto the Smith Dorrion just north of Pocaterra. A group concensus had us head south to "bushwhack" our way back to the info center instead of heading north to hook back onto Penstock Loop Trail. A stop for a snack in the Pocaterra Hut was a lovely surprise, and then bushwhacking from there back to the info center which was actually more of an exercise in snow-whacking and pavement-whacking. Thanks to the great group for their fun spirit - it was a fantastic day... and always remember and don't ever forget... whatever happens in carpool stays in carpool. Especially if it involves suffering hot chocolate in the orgy car. -- Rhonda |
| 2009-03-11 : COC - FREE Course -- Remote Responder First-Aid & Backcountry Emergencies |
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| 2009-03-12 : CCC - Spontaneous MAN (Music Appreciation Night) |
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M.A.N. = Music Appreciation Night.
Arrive at 6:00PM for introductions and to get settled in. We'll start the music selections at 6:30. We will have a round-robin in which everyone will introduce their music, and then we'll listen to the music, eat, drink and be merry. My apartment is small, and the atmosphere casual. We'll be sitting or laying around the living room while we listen. Bring a pillow or cushion if you like for maximum comfiness. First person to arrive will have to help me fold up my futon so it is a "couch" instead of a "bed". Everyone must contribute 6-10 minutes of music for the evening. If the evening has a “theme” (listed in the title), you should (but don’t have to) bring music that fits your interpretation of the theme. Many of our themes are DELIBERATELY ambiguous for maximum creativity! |
| 2009-03-16 : COC - Beginner Road Ride - The Flats |
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With the lingering winter conditions, this was definitely an early season ride. There's still quite a bit of snow and ice on the roads, and some lingering on the paths as well, especially in shaded areas. Most of us rode the whole distance, with three of us turning around a bit early due to equipment freezing (brakes and shifters). A very enjoyable evening, and a milestone for a few of us who are new to riding with clips. Thanks to all the hardy souls who joined me. :) -- Rhonda |