THE DIAMOND VOL. 6| JANUARY 2021 - Town of Black Diamond

 
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THE DIAMOND VOL. 6| JANUARY 2021 - Town of Black Diamond
VOL. 6| JANUARY 2021

         THE DIAMOND
          The information source for Residents & Business in Black Diamond

          THANK YOU                          Happy New Year Black Diamond!

On December 22, 2020, Black Diamond and      Christmas Tree pick-up will be ongoing for the month of January. Please make sure
surrounding areas received a record amount   your free is free of all decorations and placed curbside for the Town to collect.
of snowfall in 24 hours.
                                             A new year also means it's time to renew dog and business licenses. Check your mail
This immobilized a large number of
                                             for your renewals, which will also have options for payment and document
residents in the communities, many of
                                             submission.
whom had to spend days shovelling out
doorways and driveways.
The Town would like to thank everyone for    Consider supporting local restaurants this
their patience during this time and          month and have an "indoor picnic" at home.
                                             Most of our great eateries are open for take
understanding as the Public Works
                                             out and delivery!
department and contractors spent countless
hours plowing out the streets and clean up
                                             The Diamond Transfer Station is now on
still continues.
                                             reduced hours from November 16 - April 14;
Thank you also to those who helped
                                             Friday/Saturday 10:00 am - 4:00 pm for
residents who could shovel for themselves,
                                             garbage only.
the community really came together during
this snow crisis.
                                             Keep up with what is going on in Town by
                                             checking out the social media; Facebook and
                                             Instagram, or the Town website.
                                             We are always seeking content! Please
                                             forward newsworthy items to:
                                             info@town.blackdiamond.ab.ca.
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Renew before January 31

                            Area Resources
                                                        MCG Careers is now offering
                                                        the      Experience     Counts
                                                        Program.
                                                        For those 50+ looking for work
                                                        this program offers job skills
                                                        training and support needed by
                                                        learning remotely at NO COST.
                                                        Experience Counts begins on
                                                        January 18, please call to
                                                        register:
                                                        MCG Okotoks 403-995-4377
                                                        High River 403-601-2660
                                                        Toll Free 1-844-601-2660

       Congratulations!
                                                             $39,065.96 Raised!!
  Skateboard Park Fundraiser
                             There are 2 fundraisers taking place in January! There will be a bottle
                             drive on Saturday, January 23 at 11:00 am, meeting up in the Town
                             Office parking lot. Colin Fleming is looking for volunteers with
                             trucks/trailers. Contact Colin at 403-604-7361.

                             Purchase a first aid kit for you, your pet, home or car and support the
                             skateboard park! There are lots of great options that are budget
                             friendly that keep you supplied in first aid gear.

                             A portion of sales will go to building the skate park. You can contact
                             Kim Wilkie directly at 403-669-3403 or Kym.wilkie@gmail.com to
                             order!! Fundraiser ends on Feb 8.

                             View the kits available here:
https://www.town.blackdiamond.ab.ca/DocumentCenter/View/3355/First-Aid-Fundraiser
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Winter Reminders
The Public Works and Parks & Recreation Departments would
like to remind residents of the Town's policies and procedures                                      On the Road
for snow removal on roads, sidewalks and pathways.
When snowfall accumulates requiring the removal of snow from                                            with
the roads, please remove your vehicles from the streets until it
has been cleared. Please refrain from pushing snow into the
                                                                                                     Protective
road.                                                                                                 Services
Policies and procedures can be found on the town website
under Government/Bylaws/General policies tab with priority
maps attached.
                                                                   Black Diamond Protective Services would like to remind
                                                                   residents over the winter months and slow down and drive
                                                                   according to the road conditions.
                                                                   Snow on the roads can sometimes make it difficult to see ice
                                                                   underneath, driving to conditions will help make sure that you
                                                                   reach your destination safely.
                                                                   Stay Safe!

                                                            The drive-thru Christmas Hamper was a huge success. with 90
                                                            hampers provided to area residents on a warm sunny day.
                                                            Beginning January 2021 users may request a hamper once every
                                                            three weeks. Hampers are requested by phone or online; 403-612-
                                                            1291 for intake call Mondays 9:00 am - 6:00 pm or Tuesdays 9:00 am
                                                            - 2:00 pm, or online oilfieldsfoodbank.com/Request a Hamper.
                                                            Once registered a pick-up time will be provided for Tuesdays from
                                                            1:00 - 3:00 pm.

                             Back in Time - Did you know?
   Blakeman’s was one of the first businesses to serve the
   Foothills area. John Blakeman Sr. came to Canada from
   England in 1913 and rented a butcher shop in 1914. John
   Blakeman Sr. was the only butcher west of Okotoks at the
   time, delivering fresh meat in the cooler weather, or corned
   beef in the summer, as there was no refrigeration. The
   building was burnt down in about 1917, and he operated
   out of the Black Diamond General store for a time. This
   current building was constructed by John Blakeman Sr. in
   1928 to house his butcher shop and residence.

   During his time in Black Diamond, John served as Black
   Diamond’s first mayor. He operated his butcher shop here
   until his retirement in 1934 and then returned to England in
   1935. After John’s retirement, the building was then
   converted to Tina Rust’s Beauty Shop, before being used as
   a residence for many years.
                                                                         Blakeman's Butcher Shop
   Following that, the building was converted back into a
   business, this time a liquor store, then later a café. The
   building is currently The Westwood café.
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What's Up in the Community

Groups for Children                                                                         Groups for Youth
Ages 7 - 13                                                                                 Ages 14 - 18
KICKSTART - Can be joined anytime                                                      Build Your Inner Coach
Workshop to enhance life & social skills, create positive friendships & leadership     January 5 4:30-6:00 PM
development
   Group 1: January 5 - 26, Tuesdays 4:00-5:00 PM                                      Anxiety 101
   Group 2: January 5 - 12, Tuesdays 5:30-6:30 PM                                      January 12 4:30-6:00 PM
   Group 3: January 6 - 27, Wednesdays 5:30-6:30 PM                                    Budgeting 101
Skills for Anger                                                                       January 19 4:30-6:00 PM
Explores issues surrounding anger, emotions and interpersonal conflict                 Integrated Drum Circle
    Group 1: January 7-28, Thursdays 4:00-5:00 PM                                      January 26 4:30-5:30 PM
    Group 2: January 19 - February 9, Tuesdays 5:30-6:30 PM                            Life Skills for Youth
Book Club (Ages 9-13) Can be joined anytime                                            Mondays and Wednesdays
Children are provided an opportunity to connect with one another and build             January 6 - 30 4:30-6:30 PM
interpersonal skills                                                                   AND January 30 10:30-2:30 PM
    January 6 & 20 Wednesdays 4:15-5:15 PM                                             All groups are offered virtually and access to a
All groups are offered virtually and access to a computer or tablet is required.       computer or tablet is required.
To learn more please visit: mcmancalgary.ca/okotoks                                                        Contact Tina to register!
McMan FRN Office                                                                                        tina.king@mcmancalgary.ca
22 Crystal Ridge Drive, Okotoks                                                                                     403-801-6903

             Down to Business:
                                                                      Coolest Storefronts
                                                                 Enlightened Herb Cannabis is a provincially licensed cannabis retail
                                                                 store co-owned and managed by Danielle French, whose family has
                                                                 resided in the Alberta Foothills region for over forty years.

                                                                 Danielle is perhaps best known as a singer/songwriter and has been
                                                                 working behind-the-scenes in the Alberta film industry. Danielle
                                                                 drew upon her film production experience and contacts in designing
                                                                 her store, creating a truly unique space that honours the natural
                                                                 beauty of the historic church building that Enlightened Herb
                                                                 Cannabis calls home. Creative elements such as a magical sculpture
                                                                 installation, an antique church pew seating area, and custom
                                                                 stained-glass windows make this store a true “destination location”
                                                                 for locals and tourists alike. The second-hand antique décor gives
                                                                 the space a warm, welcoming feel that perfectly complements the
                                                                 surrounding boutique shops and art galleries that Black Diamond is
                                                                 known for.

                                            The Town of Black Diamond
                                                301 Centre Avenue
                                            Black Diamond, AB T0L 0H0
                                                  (403) 933-4348
                                           www.town.blackdiamond.ab.ca
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