Calendar of Events 2019
40th Anniversary of Independence
On behalf of St. Lucia Calgary Cultural Association, I would like to thank you for attending and/or supporting our 2019 Independence Gala.
The day was filled with lively performances, incredible food, and most importantly – support from our community.
Since 1987, we have had the privilege of representing such an incredible community and we truly appreciate your support.
Chicken & Lobsterfest
Back by popular demand Lobsterfest 2019.
Date: June 22, 2019
Location: Wildwood Community Hall
4411 Spruce Drive SW
Time: 4pm - 8pm
Price: Members: $30.00
Non-Members: $35.00
Lobster ONLY: $25.00
Family Golf Tournament
Check back for more information.
Date: July 2019
Location:
Price:
Family Zoo Trip
Date: TBA
Location: The Calgary Zoo
Price: TBA
Bus Trip
Date: August 10th, 2019
Location:
Members & invited guests only.
Carifest 2019
Saturday, August 17th, 2019
More information to follow.
SLCCA Bowling, Date= pending
Date = pending
Location: Let’s Bowl, 2916 – 5 Ave NE
Time: 7:00pm
RSVP to Julie Philbert (403-361-9721) at driver74@telus.net
Pizza & Beer included
$20 for non-members/Youth under 18 years $5
Caribbean Heritage Sports Day
Date= pending
Time: 8 am - 4 pm
Location: Rotary Challenger Park - 3688 48 Ave NE
ISLAND vs ISLAND Olympic style friendly sports competition! Come join us for an amazing day of fun! Events made for all ages include: basketball, cricket, dominoes, netball, soccer, track and field and volleyball.
Scholarships 2019
August 31st, 2019 is the deadline to submit your application for the SLCCA scholarships
See the above link for eligibility.
Creole Day 2019 - October 27, 2019
More information to follow
Location: TBD
Movie: TBD
Time:
Annual Christmas Party
More information to follow!
Black History Month 2019
For a complete listing of events see below.
Black History Month Events
C3 Youth workshop presented by the Grenada Calgary Association
January 19th, 2019 1-4 pm
UNGANISHA (African Music & Dance)
February 2, 2019
Martha Cohen Theatre
** Caribbean Black History Month Celebration**
DREAM- IDENTITY & DIVERSITY
Saturday, February 23, 2019 - Evergreen Spaces, 1709 8TH AVE NE.
FREE ENTRY!
Grenada Association Independence Dinner & Dance
February 16th, 2019
Comedy Show - Featuring Mark Trinidad
February 15th, 2019
Gospel Extravaganza
Admission to the Order of St. John
St. Lucia Calgary Member given highest honour!
Teresa Barton has spent her life teaching First Aid to others.
She became a certified instructor with St. John Ambulance in
2005 and has taught hundreds of people valuable lifesaving
skills and how to prepare for emergencies. Teresa also
volunteers her time teaching First Aid through her
church and community. Teresa was awarded a Priory Vote of
Thanks in 2012 for her voluntary service. Teresa’s
dedication to St. John and teaching First Aid is
commendable.
Congratulations to St. Lucia Calgary member Teresa (formerly Jean Baptiste from Micoud) Barton
GIVING BACK TO THE COMMUNITY
Saint Lucia Calgary Cultural Association and Superior Medical Donate Defibrillators to Saint Lucia
Two district hospitals in Saint Lucia received medical equipment from Canadian donors vital to improving health services in Saint Lucia.On Thursday, May 3rd, 2018, the Ministry of Health and Wellness received two defibrillators in a hand over ceremony hosted at the Dennery Hospital.Saint Lucia Calgary Cultural Association (President, Margaret Daniel) donated one of the defibrillators to the Dennery Hospital and Superior Medical Supplies (President and CEO, Ron Kilius) donated the second defibrillator to the Soufriere Hospital. The two machines are regarded as ‘life saving’ equipment by local health officials.
Dance in the City
The St. Lucia Calgary Cultural Association donates to community partners to increase recreation and cultural interests that support healthy lifestyles for all youth.
Diversity Performing Arts Club, Carifest 2018
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Saint Lucia Calgary Cultural Association Donated Walkers to Saint Lucia
The Faces of Cancer group and two district hospitals in Saint Lucia received medical equipment from the SLCCA vital to improving health services in Saint Lucia.
SAVE THE DATE
Diversity - Inclusion - Leadership
The SLCCA is very pleased to host the USLOA conference. Details to follow.