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This September, Edmonton’s annual Community League Day returns with a message for everyone, old or new: you’re welcome here. No two Community League Day events are exactly the same, but they all share the same goal: making sure every Edmontonian knows they have a place to belong.

Community swims are a great way cool down, get some exercise, and have fun with friends and neighbours. Don’t miss out!

Spring has sprung and Riverbend and area is reawakening! I love seeing everyone emerge as the weather warms up, whether it’s dog walking, bike riding or kids playing, our neighbourhoods really come alive.

Spring has finally arrived in Edmonton. The snow is gone, the sun is out and everyone’s itching to clean up the yard, dig the garden and finally tackle that messy garage. Myself included — the people at the waste disposal center almost know me by name now.

I recently had the pleasure of meeting with Sheryl Bowhay, a long-time resident of Riverbend and dedicated volunteer for the Riverbend Community League. For those who may know Sheryl, you may be surprised by the number of ways she has contributed to our community over the years and for those who don’t know Sheryl, I’m very pleased to introduce you to her!

Despite considerable opposition, Edmonton City Council unanimously approved a rezoning application for the Soaring property, in Brander Gardens, clearing the way for Scandinave Group to build a private spa on the site. By Michael Ganley

Community League Day, gardening and flag football all on the agenda
By Miep Raedschelders, President, Riverbend Community League

Urban design that encourages cycling can make us happier, healthier, safer and more connected, all while being kinder to our shared home.

Thanks to all the sponsors and volunteers, and of course to everyone who came out to celebrate community!
By Sue Trigg and Karin Shott

The volunteer gardeners at the Green & Gold Community Garden, on the University of Alberta South Campus, are making plans for our fifteenth gardening season! The garden is an initiative of the University’s School of Public Health and Faculty of Agricultural, Life and Environmental Sciences. The garden is totally volunteer-run and we have benefitted from the generosity of many supporters through donations.