Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

Join our staff and purple martin experts for an inside look into the purple martin condos on our site! We’ll lower the condos so you can see how they’re laid out inside and the stages of the nesting process. These tours will be first come, first served and have no cost. They will also be dependent on weather and the nesting process, so keep an eye on our social media for the most current updates for these tours.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Prime Stock Theatre presents as part of the Bard on Bower Summer of Love Festival. 

Catch the timeless love story of Romeo & Juliet told classically within the beautiful backdrop and summer breezes of Bower Ponds.  The ultimate romantic evening in the park.  Shows will be on the outdoor stage. Tickets are pay what you can. Be sure to grab a refreshment from our concession or a “Shakesbeere” from our beer tent. 

Experience the Rhythm of Life! Come down and join us for Drum Circle! Free to Everyone and drums will be provided.

Drum Circles are taking place on the First Sunday of each month from 2 - 4pm.

Location: Vin L Den, Suite 5 4919 49St, Red Deer, AB (Next Door to the Arts Council office.)

Prime Stock Theatre's Presents as part of the Bard on Bower Summer Of Love Festival:

Riverona is Romeo and Juliet meets Riverdale or The OC, or One Tree Hill or Twilight, or— well you get the point.  Thirty year olds playing teens in a very dramatic and silly parody of R&J. The hilarious cast of seventeen actors is not to be missed.  Performances are held at the Scott Block Theatre. (4816 Gaetz Ave W, Red Deer). Tickets are available through Showpass: https://www.showpass.com/riverona/

This fun filled week of horse camp is packed with adventure. We pick you up in the morning and drop you off in the evening everyday for a week. You are paired with a horse that is yours for the whole camp. Learn to brush, saddle, bridle and general horse care while having fun. Our focus is safety first. Cool things we do are: barrel racing - trail rides - games on horses and gentle horsemanship. Learning to connect with our equine partners and create lasting friendships.

Off horse activities include float trips down the river, hikes, exploring nature, playing in the water falls and seeing wild horses.

Meet Me at the Park aims to bring our community together by offering informal and unstructured recreational opportunities that support physical activity, creativity, and social connection.

Each park location has amenities to compliment the program and when possible, a gathering space such as an Activity Centre may be available to provide washroom access. Please note that parents are responsible for their children at all times and must be available in case of an emergency. Children under six years are welcome to attend with a parent or guardian.

Activities may include the following:

• Soccer/basketball/tennis/pickleball/badminton/baseball
• Circuit courses, obstacle course
• Block party & yard games
• Arts and crafts
• Gardening and nature fun

Join us at Riverside Meadows July 7 - 11. The program runs Monday to Thursday from 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. and Friday's from 9:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Visit our website for locations, dates and times throughout the summer at www.reddeer.ca/ParkMeetUp

Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

Second of our three inter-agency pride celebration events, the Queer Neighbours Society presents Allyship: How Can You Be a Good Neighbour? An evening for questions and answers on how to be a good ally, and other questions you may have or clarifications you may want for the 2SLGBTQIA community. All ages are welcome, though we don't know what topics may come up as it is an open forum. All are welcome.

This fun filled week of horse camp is packed with adventure. We pick you up in the morning and drop you off in the evening everyday for a week. You are paired with a horse that is yours for the whole camp. Learn to brush, saddle, bridle and general horse care while having fun. Our focus is safety first. Cool things we do are: barrel racing - trail rides - games on horses and gentle horsemanship. Learning to connect with our equine partners and create lasting friendships.

Off horse activities include float trips down the river, hikes, exploring nature, playing in the water falls and seeing wild horses.

Join us for our birding themed Junior Naturalist day camp July 8-11, from 9am-3pm! This camp will have an outdoors and hands-on focus. We’ll spend the week focused on birding, learning about the birds that frequent the forests, fields, ponds, and gardens on our site.

The fee for the full week of the camp is $100 per child (discounted from $120) and is open to children aged 7-12. The fee for one day of camp is $30. Please note that we do allow drop-off beginning at 8:30am and pick-up until 3:30pm, but there will not be direct instruction at this time.

Join Ellis Nature Centre staff on Tuesdays in July and August for guided naturalists walks on our site, taking place from 10-11:30am. We will lead folks around various areas of our site and teach about may features such as plants, birds, insects, and more. These walks are meant to connect folks with the nature around them and help them be able to identify common species found in Central Alberta. These walks are free, but only 15 spots per walk are available, so pre-registration is encouraged.

Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

Join us to learn all about frogs on July 8 from 10:30am-12pm! We’ll learn about frogs, do a craft, read books, and of course explore our site to look for them. This program is for children 3-6 years of age and we request parents accompany them for the program. Cost is $8 per child.

📅 Tuesday, July 8, 2024
☀️Woody's Spray Park is located near the G.H. Dawe Community Centre North Parking Lot, 6155 67 St
🕛 12 – 3 p.m.
🆓 Cost: Free

Bring your own picnic, soak up the sun, and enjoy:
🎶 Family-friendly tunes from Juiced Audio
🍧 Free popsicle treats
💦 Plenty of water play & fun

Let’s celebrate Woody’s Spray Park memories and many more to come this summer.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Jam Nights coming up ALL SUMMER! Free for anyone who wants to come and just play music together. This is a small setting with no sound equipment so please bring whatever you need to play. (there are plenty of plug ins for amps etc.) Most of what we do is off-the-cuff following chord charts either on a sheet of paper or found online through sites like Ultimate Guitar. It's fun to learn to play new songs so if you have one in mind, feel free to suggest it!
Enjoy a low-key no stress place to learn to play music together!

Calling all stitchers! We invite you to join Ellis Nature Centre’s new craft group Fibers & Firs, focused on the art of stitching. All fiber art mediums are welcome – embroidery, crochet, cross stitch, knitting, etc. We will meet weekly on Tuesdays, 6-7:30pm from May 20-August 26 to work on current projects, get tips from other stitchers, and build community. Please note that this is not an instructional workshop, but time for folks who love fiber arts to get together and work on their projects surrounded by the beauty of the Ellis Nature Centre site. If weather permits, we will work outside! Light refreshments (non-alcoholic) and baked goods will be provided for the first few sessions, with the hope that as we build a steady group everyone will be willing to contribute occasionally to the selection of baked goods.

🧠✨ Think you know your queer icons, drag royalty, and rainbow history? PROVE IT. 🎤

Join us for QUEER TRIVIA NIGHT — where the questions are fierce, the vibes are fab, and the queer joy is guaranteed. From pop culture to protests, rights movements to RuPaul, it’s time to put your knowledge (and your pride) on full display. 💅🏽🌈

💌 Teams of 3–6
💸 $10/person
📍 Cheers Pub, Red Deer
📅 July 8 | ⏰ 6:30 – 8:30 PM
📬 Register with your team name to: queervarietyshowrd@gmail.com

💥 Come slay the trivia, sip something sparkly, and celebrate community!

PEP Society supports and educates families dealing with the effects of addiction in their loved ones. PEP’s focus is empowering families and caregivers of a loved one struggling with addiction to step into health and recovery. 

We offer an in-person Family Recovery meeting in Red Deer every Tuesday from 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM at Northside Community Centre YMCA, located at 6391 76 Street.

All programs and meetings are free of charge and no registration is required!

We offer understanding, education, a listening ear from people who have similar experiences, and no judgement. If you have a loved one in addiction of any kind, please join us.

Learn more about us at pepsociety.ca

This fun filled week of horse camp is packed with adventure. We pick you up in the morning and drop you off in the evening everyday for a week. You are paired with a horse that is yours for the whole camp. Learn to brush, saddle, bridle and general horse care while having fun. Our focus is safety first. Cool things we do are: barrel racing - trail rides - games on horses and gentle horsemanship. Learning to connect with our equine partners and create lasting friendships.

Off horse activities include float trips down the river, hikes, exploring nature, playing in the water falls and seeing wild horses.

Join us for our birding themed Junior Naturalist day camp July 8-11, from 9am-3pm! This camp will have an outdoors and hands-on focus. We’ll spend the week focused on birding, learning about the birds that frequent the forests, fields, ponds, and gardens on our site.

The fee for the full week of the camp is $100 per child (discounted from $120) and is open to children aged 7-12. The fee for one day of camp is $30. Please note that we do allow drop-off beginning at 8:30am and pick-up until 3:30pm, but there will not be direct instruction at this time.

Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Ellis Nature Centre staff will be leading site and garden tours on Wednesdays in July and August from 1:30-2:30pm. Come take in the beauty of our site and gardens while learning about the history of Ellis Nature Centre. If you’re interested in history, learning about all of the key features on our site, and the purpose of each of our gardens, this is the tour for you. The tour takes place on the fully accessible main path of our site, but spaces to sit are limited. Only 15 spots are available for each tour, and the fee is $8 per person. Pre-registration is encouraged!

For ages 13 - 20

Hey, fabulous queer youth, get excited for QUEER Prom, brought to you by Queer Neighbours Society of Red Deer and RDPL. Ready to sign up?

Just send QNSRD a message on social media or email contact@qnsrd.org. We can't wait to dance the night away with you in the spacious Snell Auditorium at the Downtown Branch and celebrate our amazing community!

Queer Neighbours Society is proud to present 2025 Queer Prom! Whether you are graduating a new grade new school, or new you, all are welcome! We will have music, disco lights, and more!

(If you didn't graduate, you can still come) Ages 13-20. We are not legally required to tell your parent or guardian your gender, name, or pronouns.

This event is part of our three events in an inter-agency Pride week spanning July 5 to 13th. It takes place July 9 5:30 - 7:30 PM.

Please use our signup to register so we know how big this party will be!

SIGNUP for QNSRD 2025 QUEER PROM

https://forms.gle/uNcR6xa3mymmdd7C7

FREE FUN for families with kids aged 4-12 although everyone is welcome and donations are encouraged!

When: Wednesday, July 9th, 2025
Registration from 6:00 PM - 6:25 PM | Activities from 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Where: Kerry Wood Nature Centre, 6300 45 Ave, Red Deer

What: Join Kerry Wood Nature Centre and Nature Alberta to discover the secrets of the Sanctuary! Go on a guided nature walk around the Gaetz Lakes Sanctuary with interpreters from the Kerry Wood Nature Centre and check out fun events led by the Red Deer River Naturalists and Red Deer River Watershed Alliance!

No pets, please.

Weather Details: Will run rain or shine - please dress for the weather. In the event of extreme weather, notice of cancellation will be posted on our Facebook page and in the Facebook Event Discussion.

Registration Details: Registration is completed on-site from 6:00 PM - 6:25 PM. We can only accommodate a limited number of families at these events. Be sure to arrive before registration ends to secure your family’s spot.

Prime Stock Theatre presents as part of the Bard on Bower Summer of Love Festival. 

Catch the timeless love story of Romeo & Juliet told classically within the beautiful backdrop and summer breezes of Bower Ponds.  The ultimate romantic evening in the park.  Shows will be on the outdoor stage. Tickets are pay what you can. Be sure to grab a refreshment from our concession or a “Shakesbeere” from our beer tent. 

This fun filled week of horse camp is packed with adventure. We pick you up in the morning and drop you off in the evening everyday for a week. You are paired with a horse that is yours for the whole camp. Learn to brush, saddle, bridle and general horse care while having fun. Our focus is safety first. Cool things we do are: barrel racing - trail rides - games on horses and gentle horsemanship. Learning to connect with our equine partners and create lasting friendships.

Off horse activities include float trips down the river, hikes, exploring nature, playing in the water falls and seeing wild horses.

Join us for our birding themed Junior Naturalist day camp July 8-11, from 9am-3pm! This camp will have an outdoors and hands-on focus. We’ll spend the week focused on birding, learning about the birds that frequent the forests, fields, ponds, and gardens on our site.

The fee for the full week of the camp is $100 per child (discounted from $120) and is open to children aged 7-12. The fee for one day of camp is $30. Please note that we do allow drop-off beginning at 8:30am and pick-up until 3:30pm, but there will not be direct instruction at this time.

Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

Join us to learn all about bluebirds on July 10 from 10:30am-12pm! We’ll learn about bluebirds, do a craft, read books, and of course explore our site to look for them. This program is for children 3-6 years of age and we request parents accompany them for the program. Cost is $8 per child.

Come to HOMES for crafts! 

Join Ellis Nature Centre staff for Forest bathing on Thursdays in July & August from 1-3pm! Forest bathing is the act of spending time in a forest or natural environment to improve physical and mental well-being through sensory engagement. It is more than a walk in the woods but rather a mindful immersion in nature, using all senses to connect to ones surroundings. Our staff will lead folks out to the West Woods on our site, where will we practice various mindfulness and forest bathing techniques. Participants must be able to walk on uneven ground and be willing to sit on the ground or a stump (or carry a chair to our spot). This event is free, but pre-registration is encouraged as there are only 20 spots available each week. All ages welcome so long as children can be mindful and silent along with the group.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Join us for Adult Co-ed Kickball hosted by the Red Deer Sport and Social Club.

It's currently drop-in, once we have enough players we'll get a league running.

Every Thursday at 7pm at the Clearview Meadows Ball Diamonds.

Follow Red Deer Sport and Social Club on Instagram and Facebook to stay up to date on all our events.

Prime Stock Theatre presents as part of the Bard on Bower Summer of Love Festival. 

Catch the timeless love story of Romeo & Juliet told classically within the beautiful backdrop and summer breezes of Bower Ponds.  The ultimate romantic evening in the park.  Shows will be on the outdoor stage. Tickets are pay what you can. Be sure to grab a refreshment from our concession or a “Shakesbeere” from our beer tent. 

Disc golf league for everyone to be held at riverbend recreation area and sylvan lake disc golf course

This fun filled week of horse camp is packed with adventure. We pick you up in the morning and drop you off in the evening everyday for a week. You are paired with a horse that is yours for the whole camp. Learn to brush, saddle, bridle and general horse care while having fun. Our focus is safety first. Cool things we do are: barrel racing - trail rides - games on horses and gentle horsemanship. Learning to connect with our equine partners and create lasting friendships.

Off horse activities include float trips down the river, hikes, exploring nature, playing in the water falls and seeing wild horses.

Join us for our birding themed Junior Naturalist day camp July 8-11, from 9am-3pm! This camp will have an outdoors and hands-on focus. We’ll spend the week focused on birding, learning about the birds that frequent the forests, fields, ponds, and gardens on our site.

The fee for the full week of the camp is $100 per child (discounted from $120) and is open to children aged 7-12. The fee for one day of camp is $30. Please note that we do allow drop-off beginning at 8:30am and pick-up until 3:30pm, but there will not be direct instruction at this time.

Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Come to the Market! July 11 Queer Neighbours Society of Red Deer are hosting a Pride Market for the public. Details and contact info on the picture. 

Welcome to "Spare Me The Drama" Pride Bowling Night at The Gutter where the balls are heavy and the heels are high! Join us for a night of all things drag. From bowling, to shows and emcee's DD Fierce and Sparkle Motion ready to roast, let's celebrate pride in all its fabulous glory. Make sure to stick around for DJ Fynn's queer beats, you've never seen a split like this!

Whether you're a seasoned bowler or just looking to have a good time, this event is for you. So lace up those bowling shoes, grab a ball, and let's roll into a night of fun and Pride!

This event proudly supports The Queer Agenda, a local organization dedicated to uplifting and empowering 2SLGBTQIA+ communities and all proceeds from the event will be donated to the cause.

Prime Stock Theatre presents as part of the Bard on Bower Summer of Love Festival. 

Catch the timeless love story of Romeo & Juliet told classically within the beautiful backdrop and summer breezes of Bower Ponds.  The ultimate romantic evening in the park.  Shows will be on the outdoor stage. Tickets are pay what you can. Be sure to grab a refreshment from our concession or a “Shakesbeere” from our beer tent. 

Our annual festival celebrating mountain bluebirds and other songbirds is back on Saturday, July 12. Join us on our mountain bluebird trail, observe the purple martin colony up close with a demonstration of what goes on inside those large birdhouses or watch expert bird banders capture and band songbirds.  

We also celebrate a local mountain bluebird trail owner with our Blue Feather award!  Join us for crafts, games and activities all day long. 

Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

Parkland Mall – Near GoodLife Fitness
Saturday, July 12
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
FREE Family Fun!

Saddle up for a day of pioneer-themed fun!
Enjoy:

• Old-fashioned butter making

• Pioneer games & crafts

• Prize draws

• Interactive activities for all ages

Come dressed in your best western wear and join us for a rootin’-tootin’ good time!

The kick-off is a great event for family and friends to come together! It will take place at the Parkland Garden Centre, located just a few minutes east of Red Deer on Highway 11. The event has live African and Caribbean entertainment, delicious food, a fashion show, face painting for children, and a mini market. Tickets are priced at $15, which includes a plate of food and a drink.

Join our staff and purple martin experts for an inside look into the purple martin condos on our site! We’ll lower the condos so you can see how they’re laid out inside and the stages of the nesting process. These tours will be first come, first served and have no cost. They will also be dependent on weather and the nesting process, so keep an eye on our social media for the most current updates for these tours.

As part of our Bluebird Festival celebrations (Saturday, July 12), we’ll be hosting a bluebird embroidery workshop from 1-4pm! Come learn how to embroider your very own mountain bluebird (and if bluebirds aren’t your fancy, other songbirds are available!). No experience with embroidery is necessary, as Jasper (The Lil Embroidebee) will guide folks through each step. Ages 10+ are welcome to attend. $40 per person and only 30 spots are available! 

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

🖤🔥 Feathers, leathers, and flirty signals — oh my! Join us for the Leathers & Feathers Traffic Light Dance Party, where the dress code is spicy and your bracelet says it all: 🔴 Taken, 🟡 Open, or 🟢 Single and ready to strut. Come dance, flirt, and celebrate Pride in your fluffiest, fiercest fit — whether you're a leather daddy, a feathered fairy, or somewhere deliciously in between. This is your invitation to turn heads, make connections, and party with your queer fam in full technicolor.

Prime Stock Theatre presents as part of the Bard on Bower Summer of Love Festival. 

Catch the timeless love story of Romeo & Juliet told classically within the beautiful backdrop and summer breezes of Bower Ponds.  The ultimate romantic evening in the park.  Shows will be on the outdoor stage. Tickets are pay what you can. Be sure to grab a refreshment from our concession or a “Shakesbeere” from our beer tent. 

We’ll have nestbox building stations set up on our site! If you purchase a bluebird or chickadee nestbox from our gift shop on one of these days, you can then stay to build it on our site with staff help. No registration is required and the building stations will be set up from 10am-4:30pm. Simply drop-in, purchase your kit, and build it, all during your visit!

Chickadee kits are $18 and Bluebird kits are $20. Receive 10% off if you’re a Friend of Ellis!

Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

Celebrate the spirit of strength, freedom, and elegance with our Canada-themed Fancy Women Bike Ride!

Dress in your brightest reds and crisp whites, decorate your bikes with a touch of maple magic, and join a joyful ride through the city.

Whether you’re flowing in a red dress, rocking a white blazer, or adding a pop of sparkle with a Canadian twist, come pedal with us in a parade of style, pride,
and community.

Let's ride strong. Let's ride fancy. Let's ride free.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Capstone Pride Block Party

Sunday July 13, 2025 

1pm to 6:30pm

Canada 150 Square, Capstone

Join us for the ultimate celebration of love, diversity, and community at our Capstone Pride Block Party!

It is a full day full of vibrant colours, electrifying music and endless fun as we create a safe, creative and proud environment for our 2SLGBTQ+ community.

Whether you’re strutting along in your best look at our Pride Walk, dancing to our live performances, quenching your thirst at our refresh gardens (alcohol and non-alcoholic), and enjoying the amazing food vendors.

Let’s make this pride celebration one for the looks - because love is love, and everyone’s invited to the party

Register for FREE to join us for the Pride Walk at 1pm! Stop by the Lulu Lemon Glam tent and get glittered up for the Pride Walk (a short 1.2km along the beautiful Capstone Trails). 

Stay for the afternoon and enjoy food trucks, local vendors, and live entertainment! Family and dog friendly. 

Learn how to make your own soap with Susan Nielsen of Eliza Jane Studios! You’ll get to choose the scents and colours of your soap to make a truly unique soap bar that is exactly to your liking. Participants will go home with 6-8 bars worth of soap, perfect for stocking up or gifting to others. This workshop is $85 per person and all materials are provided for you. There are only 12 spots available, and is open to adults only. 

Prime Stock Theatre presents as part of the Bard on Bower Summer of Love Festival. 

Catch the timeless love story of Romeo & Juliet told classically within the beautiful backdrop and summer breezes of Bower Ponds.  The ultimate romantic evening in the park.  Shows will be on the outdoor stage. Tickets are pay what you can. Be sure to grab a refreshment from our concession or a “Shakesbeere” from our beer tent. 

This fun filled week of horse camp is packed with adventure. We pick you up in the morning and drop you off in the evening everyday for a week. You are paired with a horse that is yours for the whole camp. Learn to brush, saddle, bridle and general horse care while having fun. Our focus is safety first. Cool things we do are: barrel racing - trail rides - games on horses and gentle horsemanship. Learning to connect with our equine partners and create lasting friendships.

Off horse activities include float trips down the river, hikes, exploring nature, playing in the water falls and seeing wild horses.

Meet Me at the Park aims to bring our community together by offering informal and unstructured recreational opportunities that support physical activity, creativity, and social connection.

Each park location has amenities to compliment the program and when possible, a gathering space such as an Activity Centre may be available to provide washroom access. Please note that parents are responsible for their children at all times and must be available in case of an emergency. Children under six years are welcome to attend with a parent or guardian.

Activities may include the following:

• Soccer/basketball/tennis/pickleball/badminton/baseball
• Circuit courses, obstacle course
• Block party & yard games
• Arts and crafts
• Gardening and nature fun

Join us at Camille J. Lerouge July 14 - 18. This program runs Monday to Thursday from 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. and Friday's from 9:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Visit our website for locations, dates and times throughout the summer at www.reddeer.ca/ParkMeetUp

Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

This fun filled week of horse camp is packed with adventure. We pick you up in the morning and drop you off in the evening everyday for a week. You are paired with a horse that is yours for the whole camp. Learn to brush, saddle, bridle and general horse care while having fun. Our focus is safety first. Cool things we do are: barrel racing - trail rides - games on horses and gentle horsemanship. Learning to connect with our equine partners and create lasting friendships.

Off horse activities include float trips down the river, hikes, exploring nature, playing in the water falls and seeing wild horses.

Join us for our Indigenous knowledge themed Junior Naturalist day camp July 15-18, from 9am-3pm! This camp will have an outdoors and hands-on focus. We’ll spend the week focused on local Indigenous knowledge, including learning about the People of the Plains, the 7 Grandfather Teachings, traditional plants & medicine, and Indigenous art.

The fee for the full week of the camp is $100 per child (discounted from $120) and is open to children aged 7-12. The fee per day is $30. Please note that we do allow drop-off beginning at 8:30am and pick-up until 3:30pm, but there will not be direct instruction at this time.

Join Ellis Nature Centre staff on Tuesdays in July and August for guided naturalists walks on our site, taking place from 10-11:30am. We will lead folks around various areas of our site and teach about may features such as plants, birds, insects, and more. These walks are meant to connect folks with the nature around them and help them be able to identify common species found in Central Alberta. These walks are free, but only 15 spots per walk are available, so pre-registration is encouraged.

Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

Join us to learn all about beavers on July 15 from 10:30am-12pm! We’ll learn about beavers, do a craft, read books, and of course explore our site to look for them. This program is for children 3-6 years of age and we request parents accompany them for the program. Cost is $8 per child.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Calling all stitchers! We invite you to join Ellis Nature Centre’s new craft group Fibers & Firs, focused on the art of stitching. All fiber art mediums are welcome – embroidery, crochet, cross stitch, knitting, etc. We will meet weekly on Tuesdays, 6-7:30pm from May 20-August 26 to work on current projects, get tips from other stitchers, and build community. Please note that this is not an instructional workshop, but time for folks who love fiber arts to get together and work on their projects surrounded by the beauty of the Ellis Nature Centre site. If weather permits, we will work outside! Light refreshments (non-alcoholic) and baked goods will be provided for the first few sessions, with the hope that as we build a steady group everyone will be willing to contribute occasionally to the selection of baked goods.

PEP Society supports and educates families dealing with the effects of addiction in their loved ones. PEP’s focus is empowering families and caregivers of a loved one struggling with addiction to step into health and recovery. 

We offer an in-person Family Recovery meeting in Red Deer every Tuesday from 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM at Northside Community Centre YMCA, located at 6391 76 Street.

All programs and meetings are free of charge and no registration is required!

We offer understanding, education, a listening ear from people who have similar experiences, and no judgement. If you have a loved one in addiction of any kind, please join us.

Learn more about us at pepsociety.ca

Come on down to The Golden Circle on Parade Day for our Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser and Festivities, and grab your seat to watch the parade!

Buffalo Site – Downtown Red Deer
Tuesday, July 16
Starts at 8:00 AM
$5 per person

Start your Westerner Days parade day off right with a hearty pancake breakfast! Enjoy a hot meal with your community before heading over to watch the parade.

This fun filled week of horse camp is packed with adventure. We pick you up in the morning and drop you off in the evening everyday for a week. You are paired with a horse that is yours for the whole camp. Learn to brush, saddle, bridle and general horse care while having fun. Our focus is safety first. Cool things we do are: barrel racing - trail rides - games on horses and gentle horsemanship. Learning to connect with our equine partners and create lasting friendships.

Off horse activities include float trips down the river, hikes, exploring nature, playing in the water falls and seeing wild horses.

Join us for our Indigenous knowledge themed Junior Naturalist day camp July 15-18, from 9am-3pm! This camp will have an outdoors and hands-on focus. We’ll spend the week focused on local Indigenous knowledge, including learning about the People of the Plains, the 7 Grandfather Teachings, traditional plants & medicine, and Indigenous art.

The fee for the full week of the camp is $100 per child (discounted from $120) and is open to children aged 7-12. The fee per day is $30. Please note that we do allow drop-off beginning at 8:30am and pick-up until 3:30pm, but there will not be direct instruction at this time.

Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

We’d love for you to join us and kick off Westerner Days 2025 with our free Community BBQ, live music and free activities for the kids, including children’s crafts and bouncy houses. Donations of cash or non-perishable food items will be gladly accepted to help those in need in Red Deer and the surrounding area. Rain or shine, we hope to see you there! Yee-Haw!

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Ellis Nature Centre staff will be leading site and garden tours on Wednesdays in July and August from 1:30-2:30pm. Come take in the beauty of our site and gardens while learning about the history of Ellis Nature Centre. If you’re interested in history, learning about all of the key features on our site, and the purpose of each of our gardens, this is the tour for you. The tour takes place on the fully accessible main path of our site, but spaces to sit are limited. Only 15 spots are available for each tour, and the fee is $8 per person. Pre-registration is encouraged!

Please join us on Wednesday , July 16th from 7pm - 9pm for a free outdoor showing of "Despicable Me 4" This event will be held on the green space adjacent to the community center located at 6021 57 Ave, Red Deer. We would like to thank Fresh Air Cinema for cosponsoring this free event. Everyone is welcome to attend

This is the 4th year we have organized a movie in the park free for everyone to enjoy.

Remember to come a bit early to secure your prefered spot. Bring a blanket or chairs to use while watching the movie. Bug spray would be a good idea too. We have been pleased with perfect weather in years past, but recommend you bring an umbrella because the movie will continue even if it rains. 

We enourage eveyone to bring their own snacks & refreshments. There is a water fountain onsite as well as bathroom facilities. 

This fun filled week of horse camp is packed with adventure. We pick you up in the morning and drop you off in the evening everyday for a week. You are paired with a horse that is yours for the whole camp. Learn to brush, saddle, bridle and general horse care while having fun. Our focus is safety first. Cool things we do are: barrel racing - trail rides - games on horses and gentle horsemanship. Learning to connect with our equine partners and create lasting friendships.

Off horse activities include float trips down the river, hikes, exploring nature, playing in the water falls and seeing wild horses.

Join us for our Indigenous knowledge themed Junior Naturalist day camp July 15-18, from 9am-3pm! This camp will have an outdoors and hands-on focus. We’ll spend the week focused on local Indigenous knowledge, including learning about the People of the Plains, the 7 Grandfather Teachings, traditional plants & medicine, and Indigenous art.

The fee for the full week of the camp is $100 per child (discounted from $120) and is open to children aged 7-12. The fee per day is $30. Please note that we do allow drop-off beginning at 8:30am and pick-up until 3:30pm, but there will not be direct instruction at this time.

Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

Join us to learn all about bees on July 17 from 10:30am-12pm! We’ll learn about bees, do a craft, read books, and of course explore our site to look for them. This program is for children 3-6 years of age and we request parents accompany them for the program. Cost is $8 per child.

Join Ellis Nature Centre staff for Forest bathing on Thursdays in July & August from 1-3pm! Forest bathing is the act of spending time in a forest or natural environment to improve physical and mental well-being through sensory engagement. It is more than a walk in the woods but rather a mindful immersion in nature, using all senses to connect to ones surroundings. Our staff will lead folks out to the West Woods on our site, where will we practice various mindfulness and forest bathing techniques. Participants must be able to walk on uneven ground and be willing to sit on the ground or a stump (or carry a chair to our spot). This event is free, but pre-registration is encouraged as there are only 20 spots available each week. All ages welcome so long as children can be mindful and silent along with the group.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Registration opens: Monday June 30 at 10 a.m.

Join us for Adult Co-ed Kickball hosted by the Red Deer Sport and Social Club.

It's currently drop-in, once we have enough players we'll get a league running.

Every Thursday at 7pm at the Clearview Meadows Ball Diamonds.

Follow Red Deer Sport and Social Club on Instagram and Facebook to stay up to date on all our events.

Disc golf league for everyone to be held at riverbend recreation area and sylvan lake disc golf course

This fun filled week of horse camp is packed with adventure. We pick you up in the morning and drop you off in the evening everyday for a week. You are paired with a horse that is yours for the whole camp. Learn to brush, saddle, bridle and general horse care while having fun. Our focus is safety first. Cool things we do are: barrel racing - trail rides - games on horses and gentle horsemanship. Learning to connect with our equine partners and create lasting friendships.

Off horse activities include float trips down the river, hikes, exploring nature, playing in the water falls and seeing wild horses.

Join us for our Indigenous knowledge themed Junior Naturalist day camp July 15-18, from 9am-3pm! This camp will have an outdoors and hands-on focus. We’ll spend the week focused on local Indigenous knowledge, including learning about the People of the Plains, the 7 Grandfather Teachings, traditional plants & medicine, and Indigenous art.

The fee for the full week of the camp is $100 per child (discounted from $120) and is open to children aged 7-12. The fee per day is $30. Please note that we do allow drop-off beginning at 8:30am and pick-up until 3:30pm, but there will not be direct instruction at this time.

Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

Join us to learn all about Great Horned Owls on July 19 from 10:30am-12pm! We’ll learn about Great Horned Owls, do a craft, read books, and of course explore our site to look for them. This program is for children 3-6 years of age and we request parents accompany them for the program. Cost is $8 per child.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

Join our staff and purple martin experts for an inside look into the purple martin condos on our site! We’ll lower the condos so you can see how they’re laid out inside and the stages of the nesting process. These tours will be first come, first served and have no cost. They will also be dependent on weather and the nesting process, so keep an eye on our social media for the most current updates for these tours.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Ellis Nature Centre is thrilled to be hosting Laura Ouimet for a wire bird workshop on Sunday, July 20 from 1-4pm. Participants will be taught how to bend and shape wire to make their own bird sculpture. Bring a piece of wood that has special meaning for you, or be provided with one on our site. The fee for this workshop is $95 per person, which covers all materials aside from the wood perch. Only 16 spots available! Ages 16+ are welcome to do this workshop solo, and ages 12-15 can participate with adult support. Registration will close on July 10!

This fun filled week of horse camp is packed with adventure. We pick you up in the morning and drop you off in the evening everyday for a week. You are paired with a horse that is yours for the whole camp. Learn to brush, saddle, bridle and general horse care while having fun. Our focus is safety first. Cool things we do are: barrel racing - trail rides - games on horses and gentle horsemanship. Learning to connect with our equine partners and create lasting friendships.

Off horse activities include float trips down the river, hikes, exploring nature, playing in the water falls and seeing wild horses.

Meet Me at the Park aims to bring our community together by offering informal and unstructured recreational opportunities that support physical activity, creativity, and social connection.

Each park location has amenities to compliment the program and when possible, a gathering space such as an Activity Centre may be available to provide washroom access. Please note that parents are responsible for their children at all times and must be available in case of an emergency. Children under six years are welcome to attend with a parent or guardian.

Activities may include the following:

• Soccer/basketball/tennis/pickleball/badminton/baseball
• Circuit courses, obstacle course
• Block party & yard games
• Arts and crafts
• Gardening and nature fun

Join us at Rosedale from July 21 - 25. The program runs Monday to Thursday from 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. and Friday's from 9:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Visit our website for locations, dates and times throughout the summer at www.reddeer.ca/ParkMeetUp

Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

This fun filled week of horse camp is packed with adventure. We pick you up in the morning and drop you off in the evening everyday for a week. You are paired with a horse that is yours for the whole camp. Learn to brush, saddle, bridle and general horse care while having fun. Our focus is safety first. Cool things we do are: barrel racing - trail rides - games on horses and gentle horsemanship. Learning to connect with our equine partners and create lasting friendships.

Off horse activities include float trips down the river, hikes, exploring nature, playing in the water falls and seeing wild horses.

Join us for our art themed Junior Naturalist day camp July 22-25, from 9am-3pm! This camp will have an outdoors and hands-on focus. We’ll spend the week focused on outdoor art, including plant based art, nature prints, painting with nature textures, and found art.

The fee for the full week of the camp is $100 per child (discounted from $120) and is open to children aged 7-12. The daily rate is $30 per child. Please note that we do allow drop-off beginning at 8:30am and pick-up until 3:30pm, but there will not be direct instruction at this time.

Join Ellis Nature Centre staff on Tuesdays in July and August for guided naturalists walks on our site, taking place from 10-11:30am. We will lead folks around various areas of our site and teach about may features such as plants, birds, insects, and more. These walks are meant to connect folks with the nature around them and help them be able to identify common species found in Central Alberta. These walks are free, but only 15 spots per walk are available, so pre-registration is encouraged.

Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

Join us to learn all about butterflies on July 22 from 10:30am-12pm! We’ll learn about butterflies, do a craft, read books, and of course explore our site to look for them. This program is for children 3-6 years of age and we request parents accompany them for the program. Cost is $8 per child.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Jam Nights coming up ALL SUMMER! Free for anyone who wants to come and just play music together. This is a small setting with no sound equipment so please bring whatever you need to play. (there are plenty of plug ins for amps etc.) Most of what we do is off-the-cuff following chord charts either on a sheet of paper or found online through sites like Ultimate Guitar. It's fun to learn to play new songs so if you have one in mind, feel free to suggest it!
Enjoy a low-key no stress place to learn to play music together!

Calling all stitchers! We invite you to join Ellis Nature Centre’s new craft group Fibers & Firs, focused on the art of stitching. All fiber art mediums are welcome – embroidery, crochet, cross stitch, knitting, etc. We will meet weekly on Tuesdays, 6-7:30pm from May 20-August 26 to work on current projects, get tips from other stitchers, and build community. Please note that this is not an instructional workshop, but time for folks who love fiber arts to get together and work on their projects surrounded by the beauty of the Ellis Nature Centre site. If weather permits, we will work outside! Light refreshments (non-alcoholic) and baked goods will be provided for the first few sessions, with the hope that as we build a steady group everyone will be willing to contribute occasionally to the selection of baked goods.

PEP Society supports and educates families dealing with the effects of addiction in their loved ones. PEP’s focus is empowering families and caregivers of a loved one struggling with addiction to step into health and recovery. 

We offer an in-person Family Recovery meeting in Red Deer every Tuesday from 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM at Northside Community Centre YMCA, located at 6391 76 Street.

All programs and meetings are free of charge and no registration is required!

We offer understanding, education, a listening ear from people who have similar experiences, and no judgement. If you have a loved one in addiction of any kind, please join us.

Learn more about us at pepsociety.ca

Summer 2025 marks the 6th annual summer of friends, fun, and music!

No stranger to the Red Deer music scene, Mike Roland will be sure to kick off a stellar late-evening show in July!
Alternate date in case of rain is July 29th.

Be sure to bring some cash to tip your local artists!

This fun filled week of horse camp is packed with adventure. We pick you up in the morning and drop you off in the evening everyday for a week. You are paired with a horse that is yours for the whole camp. Learn to brush, saddle, bridle and general horse care while having fun. Our focus is safety first. Cool things we do are: barrel racing - trail rides - games on horses and gentle horsemanship. Learning to connect with our equine partners and create lasting friendships.

Off horse activities include float trips down the river, hikes, exploring nature, playing in the water falls and seeing wild horses.

Join us for our art themed Junior Naturalist day camp July 22-25, from 9am-3pm! This camp will have an outdoors and hands-on focus. We’ll spend the week focused on outdoor art, including plant based art, nature prints, painting with nature textures, and found art.

The fee for the full week of the camp is $100 per child (discounted from $120) and is open to children aged 7-12. The daily rate is $30 per child. Please note that we do allow drop-off beginning at 8:30am and pick-up until 3:30pm, but there will not be direct instruction at this time.

Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Ellis Nature Centre staff will be leading site and garden tours on Wednesdays in July and August from 1:30-2:30pm. Come take in the beauty of our site and gardens while learning about the history of Ellis Nature Centre. If you’re interested in history, learning about all of the key features on our site, and the purpose of each of our gardens, this is the tour for you. The tour takes place on the fully accessible main path of our site, but spaces to sit are limited. Only 15 spots are available for each tour, and the fee is $8 per person. Pre-registration is encouraged!

This fun filled week of horse camp is packed with adventure. We pick you up in the morning and drop you off in the evening everyday for a week. You are paired with a horse that is yours for the whole camp. Learn to brush, saddle, bridle and general horse care while having fun. Our focus is safety first. Cool things we do are: barrel racing - trail rides - games on horses and gentle horsemanship. Learning to connect with our equine partners and create lasting friendships.

Off horse activities include float trips down the river, hikes, exploring nature, playing in the water falls and seeing wild horses.

Join us for our art themed Junior Naturalist day camp July 22-25, from 9am-3pm! This camp will have an outdoors and hands-on focus. We’ll spend the week focused on outdoor art, including plant based art, nature prints, painting with nature textures, and found art.

The fee for the full week of the camp is $100 per child (discounted from $120) and is open to children aged 7-12. The daily rate is $30 per child. Please note that we do allow drop-off beginning at 8:30am and pick-up until 3:30pm, but there will not be direct instruction at this time.

Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

Join us to learn all about squirrels on July 24 from 10:30am-12pm! We’ll learn about squirrels, do a craft, read books, and of course explore our site to look for them. This program is for children 3-6 years of age and we request parents accompany them for the program. Cost is $8 per child.

Join Ellis Nature Centre staff for Forest bathing on Thursdays in July & August from 1-3pm! Forest bathing is the act of spending time in a forest or natural environment to improve physical and mental well-being through sensory engagement. It is more than a walk in the woods but rather a mindful immersion in nature, using all senses to connect to ones surroundings. Our staff will lead folks out to the West Woods on our site, where will we practice various mindfulness and forest bathing techniques. Participants must be able to walk on uneven ground and be willing to sit on the ground or a stump (or carry a chair to our spot). This event is free, but pre-registration is encouraged as there are only 20 spots available each week. All ages welcome so long as children can be mindful and silent along with the group.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Get Ready, Red Deer! VIP Night at Our Ultimate Garage Sale! 🎉

Be the first to shop and score amazing deals at the Ultimate Garage Sale, all while supporting a great cause!

As you know, CA Humane is not government-funded. Fundraisers like this help us provide care and shelter for the animals who need us most. Your support makes a difference!

🛒 VIP Night Details:
📅 Tickets On Sale NOW!! http://weblink.donorperfect.com/2025VIP
💻 Prepaid Tickets (Online Only): $25
⏳ Offer Ends: Wednesday, July 23 at Midnight
🎟️ At the Door: $35 (Available at 5:30 PM on Thursday, July 24)

🛍️ Why Go VIP?
Gain first access to shop over 20,000 square feet of treasures! If you’ve attended before, you already know how incredible the donated items are. Bring your wagon, and shop to your heart’s content!

💳 Payment Options at the sale: Cash, Debit, MasterCard, or VISA
👶 Kids 12 and Under: Free entry, but they must stay with an adult.

Mark your calendar, grab your ticket, and get ready to shop till you drop—all for the animals at CA Humane. We can’t wait to see you there!

Order your tickets here:  http://weblink.donorperfect.com/2025VIP

We are so happy to have servus credit union support our Ultimate Garage sale by sponsoring our VIP Night! They will be suppling all the volunteers for this night and offering a door prize! THANK YOU so VERY much!!

Join us for Adult Co-ed Kickball hosted by the Red Deer Sport and Social Club.

It's currently drop-in, once we have enough players we'll get a league running.

Every Thursday at 7pm at the Clearview Meadows Ball Diamonds.

Follow Red Deer Sport and Social Club on Instagram and Facebook to stay up to date on all our events.

Disc golf league for everyone to be held at riverbend recreation area and sylvan lake disc golf course

This fun filled week of horse camp is packed with adventure. We pick you up in the morning and drop you off in the evening everyday for a week. You are paired with a horse that is yours for the whole camp. Learn to brush, saddle, bridle and general horse care while having fun. Our focus is safety first. Cool things we do are: barrel racing - trail rides - games on horses and gentle horsemanship. Learning to connect with our equine partners and create lasting friendships.

Off horse activities include float trips down the river, hikes, exploring nature, playing in the water falls and seeing wild horses.

Join us for our art themed Junior Naturalist day camp July 22-25, from 9am-3pm! This camp will have an outdoors and hands-on focus. We’ll spend the week focused on outdoor art, including plant based art, nature prints, painting with nature textures, and found art.

The fee for the full week of the camp is $100 per child (discounted from $120) and is open to children aged 7-12. The daily rate is $30 per child. Please note that we do allow drop-off beginning at 8:30am and pick-up until 3:30pm, but there will not be direct instruction at this time.

🎉 Friday, July 25 – Ultimate Garage Sale Kickoff Day!

We’re open and ready to welcome you to the first public day of our Ultimate Garage Sale – and it’s going to be a big one!

🛍 Hours: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
📍 Location: St. Joseph High School, Red Deer 
💳 Cash, debit & credit accepted

Come early for the best selection — or swing by after work too! We’re open late so you can shop and support CA Humane.

🌭 BBQ Lunch by Donation – 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM

Huge thanks to Central Alberta Co-op for generously sponsoring our Garage Sale BBQ! Grab a delicious lunch while you browse — all by donation, and all in support of animals in need.

💰 50/50 Cash Raffle

We’ll also be selling 50/50 tickets all weekend long! Be sure to grab yours — the draw takes place Sunday afternoon.

🍦 Ice Cream Truck Visit

Look out for the Red Deer Food Bank Ice Cream Truck – stopping by this weekend to keep things cool and sweet!

🐾 CA Humane Merchandise

Show your support in style – we’ll have official CA Humane merch available all weekend!

Every purchase, lunch, and raffle ticket helps give homeless animals a second chance at love and safety. Come out and be part of something pawsome!

We are so happy to have CO-OP support our Ultimate Garage sale by hosting a BBQ lunch on Friday! THANK YOU so VERY much!!

Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

🛍 Saturday, July 26 – The Sale Continues!

The deals keep rolling at Day 2 of our Ultimate Garage Sale – and there’s still so much to discover!

🗓 Date: Saturday, July 26
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
📍 Location: St. Joseph High School, Red Deer 
💳 Cash, debit & credit accepted

Explore thousands of gently loved items and unbeatable bargains, with all proceeds supporting the animals in care at the Central Alberta Humane Society.

🎟 Don’t Forget: 50/50 Tickets On Sale!

Grab your cash raffle tickets – the big draw happens Sunday afternoon. You could be the lucky winner while helping animals in need!

🍦 Sweet Treat Alert!

The Red Deer Food Bank Ice Cream Truck will be stopping by to keep your shopping day cool and delicious.

🐾 CA Humane Merchandise

Show your support proudly – pick up some of our official merch while you shop!

Whether you’re thrifting for treasures or just popping in to say hi, every visit makes a difference.

Join us to learn all about bats on July 26 from 10:30am-12pm! We’ll learn about bats, do a craft, read books, and of course explore our site to look for them. This program is for children 3-6 years of age and we request parents accompany them for the program. Cost is $8 per child.

We will play Dungeons and Dragons or whatever else you might request or bring. Parents, children, allies always welcome! Find us in the programming room at the GH Dawe Library the last Saturday of each month.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Our ever popular Bats N’ Beers Night is back for another season, this year on Saturday, July 26 from 8-11pm! Join us as we host Cory Olsen from the Alberta Community Bat Program for an informational evening all about bats. We’ll begin the night indoors with a presentation about bats in Alberta and current research being done. At dusk, we’ll head outside where folks will have the opportunity to use various technology to see and hear the bats in the bat boxes on our site. Of course, we’ll have craft beer for sale during the event, courtesy of Blindman Brewing!

All ages are welcome for this event, but please note that we won’t be able to view the bats until after dusk, so this will be a late night for small children. Adult tickets are only $10 each!

Adult tickets are $10 each. Family Tickets are $15 each and include admission for 2 adults and 2 children. Please email us at info@ellisnaturecentre.ca if you require additional children tickets.

We’ll have nestbox building stations set up on our site! If you purchase a bluebird or chickadee nestbox from our gift shop on one of these days, you can then stay to build it on our site with staff help. No registration is required and the building stations will be set up from 10am-4:30pm. Simply drop-in, purchase your kit, and build it, all during your visit!

Chickadee kits are $18 and Bluebird kits are $20. Receive 10% off if you’re a Friend of Ellis!

🛍 Sunday, July 27 – 50% off everything!

The deals keep rolling at Day 3 of our Ultimate Garage Sale – and 50% off everything to help us clear out the treasures!

🗓 Date: Sunday, July 27
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 Location: St. Joseph High School, Red Deer
💳 Cash, debit & credit accepted

Explore thousands of gently loved items and unbeatable bargains, with all proceeds supporting the animals in care at the Central Alberta Humane Society.

🎟 Don’t Forget: 50/50 Tickets On Sale!

Grab your cash raffle tickets – the big draw happens Sunday afternoon. You could be the lucky winner while helping animals in need!

🍦 Sweet Treat Alert!

The Red Deer Food Bank Ice Cream Truck will be stopping by to keep your shopping day cool and delicious.

🐾 CA Humane Merchandise

Show your support proudly – pick up some of our official merch while you shop!

Whether you’re thrifting for treasures or just popping in to say hi, every visit makes a difference.

Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Meet Me at the Park aims to bring our community together by offering informal and unstructured recreational opportunities that support physical activity, creativity, and social connection.

Each park location has amenities to compliment the program and when possible, a gathering space such as an Activity Centre may be available to provide washroom access. Please note that parents are responsible for their children at all times and must be available in case of an emergency. Children under six years are welcome to attend with a parent or guardian.

Activities may include the following:

• Soccer/basketball/tennis/pickleball/badminton/baseball
• Circuit courses, obstacle course
• Block party & yard games
• Arts and crafts
• Gardening and nature fun

Join us at Oriole Park July 28 - August 1. The program runs Monday to Thursday from 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. and Friday's from 9:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Visit our website for locations, dates and times throughout the summer at www.reddeer.ca/ParkMeetUp

Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

Knox Presbyterian Church is holding Vacation Bible school with Counselors from Camp Kannawin! For age 5 to 12. July 28 to August 1. Come join the fun the whole week or just the days that suit you. 

Register now by calling 403-346-4560, or email knoxpresbyterianchurchreddeer@gmail.com.

$20 a day for the first child and $10 a day for additional siblings! 

Payment can be made at drop off. Debit, credit, and etransfer (knoxpresbyterianchurchreddeer@gmail.com) are accepted. 

Join us for our farm themed Junior Naturalist day camp July 29-Aug 1, from 9am-3pm! This camp will have an outdoors and hands-on focus. We’ll spend the week focused on the farm, including learning about goats, cows, chickens, and bees.

The fee for the full week of the camp is $100 per child (discounted from $120) and is open to children aged 7-12. The daily fee is $30 per child. Please note that we do allow drop-off beginning at 8:30am and pick-up until 3:30pm, but there will not be direct instruction at this time.

The United Churches of Red Deer will provide children, ages 5-12, four days to explore creation's four elements through art, games, songs, stories, and community resources.

Program runs from 9-12 each day. Cost is by donation.

Join Ellis Nature Centre staff on Tuesdays in July and August for guided naturalists walks on our site, taking place from 10-11:30am. We will lead folks around various areas of our site and teach about may features such as plants, birds, insects, and more. These walks are meant to connect folks with the nature around them and help them be able to identify common species found in Central Alberta. These walks are free, but only 15 spots per walk are available, so pre-registration is encouraged.

Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

Join us to learn all about aquatic insects on July 29 from 10:30am-12pm! We’ll learn about aquatic insects, do a craft, read books, and of course explore our site to look for them. This program is for children 3-6 years of age and we request parents accompany them for the program. Cost is $8 per child.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Calling all stitchers! We invite you to join Ellis Nature Centre’s new craft group Fibers & Firs, focused on the art of stitching. All fiber art mediums are welcome – embroidery, crochet, cross stitch, knitting, etc. We will meet weekly on Tuesdays, 6-7:30pm from May 20-August 26 to work on current projects, get tips from other stitchers, and build community. Please note that this is not an instructional workshop, but time for folks who love fiber arts to get together and work on their projects surrounded by the beauty of the Ellis Nature Centre site. If weather permits, we will work outside! Light refreshments (non-alcoholic) and baked goods will be provided for the first few sessions, with the hope that as we build a steady group everyone will be willing to contribute occasionally to the selection of baked goods.

PEP Society supports and educates families dealing with the effects of addiction in their loved ones. PEP’s focus is empowering families and caregivers of a loved one struggling with addiction to step into health and recovery. 

We offer an in-person Family Recovery meeting in Red Deer every Tuesday from 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM at Northside Community Centre YMCA, located at 6391 76 Street.

All programs and meetings are free of charge and no registration is required!

We offer understanding, education, a listening ear from people who have similar experiences, and no judgement. If you have a loved one in addiction of any kind, please join us.

Learn more about us at pepsociety.ca

Join us for our farm themed Junior Naturalist day camp July 29-Aug 1, from 9am-3pm! This camp will have an outdoors and hands-on focus. We’ll spend the week focused on the farm, including learning about goats, cows, chickens, and bees.

The fee for the full week of the camp is $100 per child (discounted from $120) and is open to children aged 7-12. The daily fee is $30 per child. Please note that we do allow drop-off beginning at 8:30am and pick-up until 3:30pm, but there will not be direct instruction at this time.

Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

Our Young at Heart events have proven to be vital to our communities to allow our more senior community to get out, learn new things, discover new ventures and businesses, connect with the community, and have some fun with friends and family alike!

Mark your calendars for July 30, 2025! The Pidherney Curling Centre in Red Deer, Alberta, is the place to be from 11 AM to 4 PM.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Ellis Nature Centre staff will be leading site and garden tours on Wednesdays in July and August from 1:30-2:30pm. Come take in the beauty of our site and gardens while learning about the history of Ellis Nature Centre. If you’re interested in history, learning about all of the key features on our site, and the purpose of each of our gardens, this is the tour for you. The tour takes place on the fully accessible main path of our site, but spaces to sit are limited. Only 15 spots are available for each tour, and the fee is $8 per person. Pre-registration is encouraged!

For ages 16 +
Registration not required.

Step into – or back into – the world of Jane Austen to celebrate the 250th anniversary of her birth in December 2025! Join us every second month throughout the year for a discussion of each of her finished works.

Join us for our farm themed Junior Naturalist day camp July 29-Aug 1, from 9am-3pm! This camp will have an outdoors and hands-on focus. We’ll spend the week focused on the farm, including learning about goats, cows, chickens, and bees.

The fee for the full week of the camp is $100 per child (discounted from $120) and is open to children aged 7-12. The daily fee is $30 per child. Please note that we do allow drop-off beginning at 8:30am and pick-up until 3:30pm, but there will not be direct instruction at this time.

Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

Join us to learn all about chickens on July 31 from 10:30am-12pm! We’ll learn about chickens, do a craft, read books, and of course explore our site to look for them. This program is for children 3-6 years of age and we request parents accompany them for the program. Cost is $8 per child.

Get your FREE tickets and join us on July 31, 2025, at the Red Deer Curling Centre for the Career and Education Expo.

The LocalWork.ca Career and Education Expo brings top employers and career resources together to help you land your dream job. Whether you're looking for new opportunities or aiming to upgrade your skills, join us to connect with top employers eager to meet you and post-secondary institutions ready to guide you on your ideal educational path!

Join Ellis Nature Centre staff for Forest bathing on Thursdays in July & August from 1-3pm! Forest bathing is the act of spending time in a forest or natural environment to improve physical and mental well-being through sensory engagement. It is more than a walk in the woods but rather a mindful immersion in nature, using all senses to connect to ones surroundings. Our staff will lead folks out to the West Woods on our site, where will we practice various mindfulness and forest bathing techniques. Participants must be able to walk on uneven ground and be willing to sit on the ground or a stump (or carry a chair to our spot). This event is free, but pre-registration is encouraged as there are only 20 spots available each week. All ages welcome so long as children can be mindful and silent along with the group.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Join us for Adult Co-ed Kickball hosted by the Red Deer Sport and Social Club.

It's currently drop-in, once we have enough players we'll get a league running.

Every Thursday at 7pm at the Clearview Meadows Ball Diamonds.

Follow Red Deer Sport and Social Club on Instagram and Facebook to stay up to date on all our events.

Disc golf league for everyone to be held at riverbend recreation area and sylvan lake disc golf course

Join us for our farm themed Junior Naturalist day camp July 29-Aug 1, from 9am-3pm! This camp will have an outdoors and hands-on focus. We’ll spend the week focused on the farm, including learning about goats, cows, chickens, and bees.

The fee for the full week of the camp is $100 per child (discounted from $120) and is open to children aged 7-12. The daily fee is $30 per child. Please note that we do allow drop-off beginning at 8:30am and pick-up until 3:30pm, but there will not be direct instruction at this time.

Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

Join us to learn all about dragonflies on August 2 from 10:30am-12pm! We’ll learn about dragonflies, do a craft, read books, and of course explore our site to look for them. This program is for children 3-6 years of age and we request parents accompany them for the program. Cost is $8 per child.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

The first Saturday of each month from 1 - 2:30 PM is Queer Neighbours Society coffee and chat date. Come and hang with community and allies at Wizard's loft, all for the price of a coffee. (Board game fee, if you want to play, still applies)

We’ll have nestbox building stations set up on our site! If you purchase a bluebird or chickadee nestbox from our gift shop on one of these days, you can then stay to build it on our site with staff help. No registration is required and the building stations will be set up from 10am-4:30pm. Simply drop-in, purchase your kit, and build it, all during your visit!

Chickadee kits are $18 and Bluebird kits are $20. Receive 10% off if you’re a Friend of Ellis!

Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

This fun filled week of horse camp is packed with adventure. We pick you up in the morning and drop you off in the evening everyday for a week. You are paired with a horse that is yours for the whole camp. Learn to brush, saddle, bridle and general horse care while having fun. Our focus is safety first. Cool things we do are: barrel racing - trail rides - games on horses and gentle horsemanship. Learning to connect with our equine partners and create lasting friendships.

Off horse activities include float trips down the river, hikes, exploring nature, playing in the water falls and seeing wild horses.

This fun filled week of horse camp is packed with adventure. We pick you up in the morning and drop you off in the evening everyday for a week. You are paired with a horse that is yours for the whole camp. Learn to brush, saddle, bridle and general horse care while having fun. Our focus is safety first. Cool things we do are: barrel racing - trail rides - games on horses and gentle horsemanship. Learning to connect with our equine partners and create lasting friendships.

Off horse activities include float trips down the river, hikes, exploring nature, playing in the water falls and seeing wild horses.

Meet Me at the Park aims to bring our community together by offering informal and unstructured recreational opportunities that support physical activity, creativity, and social connection.

Each park location has amenities to compliment the program and when possible, a gathering space such as an Activity Centre may be available to provide washroom access. Please note that parents are responsible for their children at all times and must be available in case of an emergency. Children under six years are welcome to attend with a parent or guardian.

Activities may include the following:

• Soccer/basketball/tennis/pickleball/badminton/baseball
• Circuit courses, obstacle course
• Block party & yard games
• Arts and crafts
• Gardening and nature fun

Join us at Don Campbell August 5 - 8. The program runs Tuesday to Thursday from 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. and Friday's from 9:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Visit our website for locations, dates and times throughout the summer at www.reddeer.ca/ParkMeetUp

Join Ellis Nature Centre staff on Tuesdays in July and August for guided naturalists walks on our site, taking place from 10-11:30am. We will lead folks around various areas of our site and teach about may features such as plants, birds, insects, and more. These walks are meant to connect folks with the nature around them and help them be able to identify common species found in Central Alberta. These walks are free, but only 15 spots per walk are available, so pre-registration is encouraged.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Jam Nights coming up ALL SUMMER! Free for anyone who wants to come and just play music together. This is a small setting with no sound equipment so please bring whatever you need to play. (there are plenty of plug ins for amps etc.) Most of what we do is off-the-cuff following chord charts either on a sheet of paper or found online through sites like Ultimate Guitar. It's fun to learn to play new songs so if you have one in mind, feel free to suggest it!
Enjoy a low-key no stress place to learn to play music together!

Calling all stitchers! We invite you to join Ellis Nature Centre’s new craft group Fibers & Firs, focused on the art of stitching. All fiber art mediums are welcome – embroidery, crochet, cross stitch, knitting, etc. We will meet weekly on Tuesdays, 6-7:30pm from May 20-August 26 to work on current projects, get tips from other stitchers, and build community. Please note that this is not an instructional workshop, but time for folks who love fiber arts to get together and work on their projects surrounded by the beauty of the Ellis Nature Centre site. If weather permits, we will work outside! Light refreshments (non-alcoholic) and baked goods will be provided for the first few sessions, with the hope that as we build a steady group everyone will be willing to contribute occasionally to the selection of baked goods.

PEP Society supports and educates families dealing with the effects of addiction in their loved ones. PEP’s focus is empowering families and caregivers of a loved one struggling with addiction to step into health and recovery. 

We offer an in-person Family Recovery meeting in Red Deer every Tuesday from 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM at Northside Community Centre YMCA, located at 6391 76 Street.

All programs and meetings are free of charge and no registration is required!

We offer understanding, education, a listening ear from people who have similar experiences, and no judgement. If you have a loved one in addiction of any kind, please join us.

Learn more about us at pepsociety.ca

This fun filled week of horse camp is packed with adventure. We pick you up in the morning and drop you off in the evening everyday for a week. You are paired with a horse that is yours for the whole camp. Learn to brush, saddle, bridle and general horse care while having fun. Our focus is safety first. Cool things we do are: barrel racing - trail rides - games on horses and gentle horsemanship. Learning to connect with our equine partners and create lasting friendships.

Off horse activities include float trips down the river, hikes, exploring nature, playing in the water falls and seeing wild horses.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Ellis Nature Centre staff will be leading site and garden tours on Wednesdays in July and August from 1:30-2:30pm. Come take in the beauty of our site and gardens while learning about the history of Ellis Nature Centre. If you’re interested in history, learning about all of the key features on our site, and the purpose of each of our gardens, this is the tour for you. The tour takes place on the fully accessible main path of our site, but spaces to sit are limited. Only 15 spots are available for each tour, and the fee is $8 per person. Pre-registration is encouraged!

This fun filled week of horse camp is packed with adventure. We pick you up in the morning and drop you off in the evening everyday for a week. You are paired with a horse that is yours for the whole camp. Learn to brush, saddle, bridle and general horse care while having fun. Our focus is safety first. Cool things we do are: barrel racing - trail rides - games on horses and gentle horsemanship. Learning to connect with our equine partners and create lasting friendships.

Off horse activities include float trips down the river, hikes, exploring nature, playing in the water falls and seeing wild horses.

Join Ellis Nature Centre staff for Forest bathing on Thursdays in July & August from 1-3pm! Forest bathing is the act of spending time in a forest or natural environment to improve physical and mental well-being through sensory engagement. It is more than a walk in the woods but rather a mindful immersion in nature, using all senses to connect to ones surroundings. Our staff will lead folks out to the West Woods on our site, where will we practice various mindfulness and forest bathing techniques. Participants must be able to walk on uneven ground and be willing to sit on the ground or a stump (or carry a chair to our spot). This event is free, but pre-registration is encouraged as there are only 20 spots available each week. All ages welcome so long as children can be mindful and silent along with the group.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Join us the first Thursday of each month for Queer Neighbours Society of Red Deer's Art Club! You don't need experience, just enthusiasm! Bring the project you are working on or wanting to start, and create among friends. Allies always welcome, and parents with children too!

Join us by the big windows at the far end of the library.

Join us for Adult Co-ed Kickball hosted by the Red Deer Sport and Social Club.

It's currently drop-in, once we have enough players we'll get a league running.

Every Thursday at 7pm at the Clearview Meadows Ball Diamonds.

Follow Red Deer Sport and Social Club on Instagram and Facebook to stay up to date on all our events.

Disc golf league for everyone to be held at riverbend recreation area and sylvan lake disc golf course

This fun filled week of horse camp is packed with adventure. We pick you up in the morning and drop you off in the evening everyday for a week. You are paired with a horse that is yours for the whole camp. Learn to brush, saddle, bridle and general horse care while having fun. Our focus is safety first. Cool things we do are: barrel racing - trail rides - games on horses and gentle horsemanship. Learning to connect with our equine partners and create lasting friendships.

Off horse activities include float trips down the river, hikes, exploring nature, playing in the water falls and seeing wild horses.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Saturday, August 9
Registration at 9:00 AM | Kickstands up at 10:00 AM
Start & Finish: 5409 50th Ave, Red Deer
$25 per motorbike** | $10 per companion
**open to all forms of transportation

Cruise through Central Alberta with five scenic stops, prizes, a 50/50 draw, and a delicious pancake breakfast to start the day. End the ride with a social, raffles, and Taco in a Bag!
All proceeds support Family Services programs.  Registration is required

Join us for our 3rd Afro-Caribbean Festival! We invite you to bring your friends and family for a day filled with entertainment, including vendors, music, a drum circle, performers, dancers, kids' activities, a beer garden, a 50/50 raffle, and much more! We strive to bring Central Alberta's community together by inviting people from all walks of life, friends, and family! We want to celebrate cross-cultural and promote multicultural days. By celebrating people's cultures, it opens up the opportunity for people to connect with Central Alberta's community. There was a recent survey concerned about newcomers' mental health, and we want newcomers to feel connected with their culture in Central Alberta. We aim to reduce newcomers' mental health concerns by inviting them to bring their culture to the festival and celebrate with us.

On Saturday, please bring your country's flag, as we will have a flag ceremony and want every culture represented.

On Sunday, we ask you to wear your cultural attire, and we will play music from your culture at the festival. The individual who best represents their culture through creativity in their attire will win a trophy award!

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Join us for our 3rd Afro-Caribbean Festival! We invite you to bring your friends and family for a day filled with entertainment, including vendors, music, a drum circle, performers, dancers, kids' activities, a beer garden, a 50/50 raffle, and much more! We strive to bring Central Alberta's community together by inviting people from all walks of life, friends, and family! We want to celebrate cross-cultural and promote multicultural days. By celebrating people's cultures, it opens up the opportunity for people to connect with Central Alberta's community. There was a recent survey concerned about newcomers' mental health, and we want newcomers to feel connected with their culture in Central Alberta. We aim to reduce newcomers' mental health concerns by inviting them to bring their culture to the festival and celebrate with us.

On Saturday, please bring your country's flag, as we will have a flag ceremony and want every culture represented.

On Sunday, we ask you to wear your cultural attire, and we will play music from your culture at the festival. The individual who best represents their culture through creativity in their attire will win a trophy award!

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

This fun filled week of horse camp is packed with adventure. We pick you up in the morning and drop you off in the evening everyday for a week. You are paired with a horse that is yours for the whole camp. Learn to brush, saddle, bridle and general horse care while having fun. Our focus is safety first. Cool things we do are: barrel racing - trail rides - games on horses and gentle horsemanship. Learning to connect with our equine partners and create lasting friendships.

Off horse activities include float trips down the river, hikes, exploring nature, playing in the water falls and seeing wild horses.

Meet Me at the Park aims to bring our community together by offering informal and unstructured recreational opportunities that support physical activity, creativity, and social connection.

Each park location has amenities to compliment the program and when possible, a gathering space such as an Activity Centre may be available to provide washroom access. Please note that parents are responsible for their children at all times and must be available in case of an emergency. Children under six years are welcome to attend with a parent or guardian.

Activities may include the following:

• Soccer/basketball/tennis/pickleball/badminton/baseball
• Circuit courses, obstacle course
• Block party & yard games
• Arts and crafts
• Gardening and nature fun

Join us in the Pines neighbourhood August 11 - 15. The program runs Monday to Thursday from 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. and Friday's from 9:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Visit our website for locations, dates and times throughout the summer at www.reddeer.ca/ParkMeetUp

This fun filled week of horse camp is packed with adventure. We pick you up in the morning and drop you off in the evening everyday for a week. You are paired with a horse that is yours for the whole camp. Learn to brush, saddle, bridle and general horse care while having fun. Our focus is safety first. Cool things we do are: barrel racing - trail rides - games on horses and gentle horsemanship. Learning to connect with our equine partners and create lasting friendships.

Off horse activities include float trips down the river, hikes, exploring nature, playing in the water falls and seeing wild horses.

Join Ellis Nature Centre staff on Tuesdays in July and August for guided naturalists walks on our site, taking place from 10-11:30am. We will lead folks around various areas of our site and teach about may features such as plants, birds, insects, and more. These walks are meant to connect folks with the nature around them and help them be able to identify common species found in Central Alberta. These walks are free, but only 15 spots per walk are available, so pre-registration is encouraged.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Calling all stitchers! We invite you to join Ellis Nature Centre’s new craft group Fibers & Firs, focused on the art of stitching. All fiber art mediums are welcome – embroidery, crochet, cross stitch, knitting, etc. We will meet weekly on Tuesdays, 6-7:30pm from May 20-August 26 to work on current projects, get tips from other stitchers, and build community. Please note that this is not an instructional workshop, but time for folks who love fiber arts to get together and work on their projects surrounded by the beauty of the Ellis Nature Centre site. If weather permits, we will work outside! Light refreshments (non-alcoholic) and baked goods will be provided for the first few sessions, with the hope that as we build a steady group everyone will be willing to contribute occasionally to the selection of baked goods.

PEP Society supports and educates families dealing with the effects of addiction in their loved ones. PEP’s focus is empowering families and caregivers of a loved one struggling with addiction to step into health and recovery. 

We offer an in-person Family Recovery meeting in Red Deer every Tuesday from 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM at Northside Community Centre YMCA, located at 6391 76 Street.

All programs and meetings are free of charge and no registration is required!

We offer understanding, education, a listening ear from people who have similar experiences, and no judgement. If you have a loved one in addiction of any kind, please join us.

Learn more about us at pepsociety.ca

This fun filled week of horse camp is packed with adventure. We pick you up in the morning and drop you off in the evening everyday for a week. You are paired with a horse that is yours for the whole camp. Learn to brush, saddle, bridle and general horse care while having fun. Our focus is safety first. Cool things we do are: barrel racing - trail rides - games on horses and gentle horsemanship. Learning to connect with our equine partners and create lasting friendships.

Off horse activities include float trips down the river, hikes, exploring nature, playing in the water falls and seeing wild horses.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Ellis Nature Centre staff will be leading site and garden tours on Wednesdays in July and August from 1:30-2:30pm. Come take in the beauty of our site and gardens while learning about the history of Ellis Nature Centre. If you’re interested in history, learning about all of the key features on our site, and the purpose of each of our gardens, this is the tour for you. The tour takes place on the fully accessible main path of our site, but spaces to sit are limited. Only 15 spots are available for each tour, and the fee is $8 per person. Pre-registration is encouraged!

This fun filled week of horse camp is packed with adventure. We pick you up in the morning and drop you off in the evening everyday for a week. You are paired with a horse that is yours for the whole camp. Learn to brush, saddle, bridle and general horse care while having fun. Our focus is safety first. Cool things we do are: barrel racing - trail rides - games on horses and gentle horsemanship. Learning to connect with our equine partners and create lasting friendships.

Off horse activities include float trips down the river, hikes, exploring nature, playing in the water falls and seeing wild horses.

Join Ellis Nature Centre staff for Forest bathing on Thursdays in July & August from 1-3pm! Forest bathing is the act of spending time in a forest or natural environment to improve physical and mental well-being through sensory engagement. It is more than a walk in the woods but rather a mindful immersion in nature, using all senses to connect to ones surroundings. Our staff will lead folks out to the West Woods on our site, where will we practice various mindfulness and forest bathing techniques. Participants must be able to walk on uneven ground and be willing to sit on the ground or a stump (or carry a chair to our spot). This event is free, but pre-registration is encouraged as there are only 20 spots available each week. All ages welcome so long as children can be mindful and silent along with the group.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Join us for Adult Co-ed Kickball hosted by the Red Deer Sport and Social Club.

It's currently drop-in, once we have enough players we'll get a league running.

Every Thursday at 7pm at the Clearview Meadows Ball Diamonds.

Follow Red Deer Sport and Social Club on Instagram and Facebook to stay up to date on all our events.

Disc golf league for everyone to be held at riverbend recreation area and sylvan lake disc golf course

This fun filled week of horse camp is packed with adventure. We pick you up in the morning and drop you off in the evening everyday for a week. You are paired with a horse that is yours for the whole camp. Learn to brush, saddle, bridle and general horse care while having fun. Our focus is safety first. Cool things we do are: barrel racing - trail rides - games on horses and gentle horsemanship. Learning to connect with our equine partners and create lasting friendships.

Off horse activities include float trips down the river, hikes, exploring nature, playing in the water falls and seeing wild horses.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

This fun filled week of horse camp is packed with adventure. We pick you up in the morning and drop you off in the evening everyday for a week. You are paired with a horse that is yours for the whole camp. Learn to brush, saddle, bridle and general horse care while having fun. Our focus is safety first. Cool things we do are: barrel racing - trail rides - games on horses and gentle horsemanship. Learning to connect with our equine partners and create lasting friendships.

Off horse activities include float trips down the river, hikes, exploring nature, playing in the water falls and seeing wild horses

Meet Me at the Park aims to bring our community together by offering informal and unstructured recreational opportunities that support physical activity, creativity, and social connection.

Each park location has amenities to compliment the program and when possible, a gathering space such as an Activity Centre may be available to provide washroom access. Please note that parents are responsible for their children at all times and must be available in case of an emergency. Children under six years are welcome to attend with a parent or guardian.

Activities may include the following:

• Soccer/basketball/tennis/pickleball/badminton/baseball
• Circuit courses, obstacle course
• Block party & yard games
• Arts and crafts
• Gardening and nature fun

Join us in West Park August 18 - 22. The program runs Monday to Thursday from 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. and Friday's from 9:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Visit our website for locations, dates and times throughout the summer at www.reddeer.ca/ParkMeetUp

This fun filled week of horse camp is packed with adventure. We pick you up in the morning and drop you off in the evening everyday for a week. You are paired with a horse that is yours for the whole camp. Learn to brush, saddle, bridle and general horse care while having fun. Our focus is safety first. Cool things we do are: barrel racing - trail rides - games on horses and gentle horsemanship. Learning to connect with our equine partners and create lasting friendships.

Off horse activities include float trips down the river, hikes, exploring nature, playing in the water falls and seeing wild horses

Join Ellis Nature Centre staff on Tuesdays in July and August for guided naturalists walks on our site, taking place from 10-11:30am. We will lead folks around various areas of our site and teach about may features such as plants, birds, insects, and more. These walks are meant to connect folks with the nature around them and help them be able to identify common species found in Central Alberta. These walks are free, but only 15 spots per walk are available, so pre-registration is encouraged.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Jam Nights coming up ALL SUMMER! Free for anyone who wants to come and just play music together. This is a small setting with no sound equipment so please bring whatever you need to play. (there are plenty of plug ins for amps etc.) Most of what we do is off-the-cuff following chord charts either on a sheet of paper or found online through sites like Ultimate Guitar. It's fun to learn to play new songs so if you have one in mind, feel free to suggest it!
Enjoy a low-key no stress place to learn to play music together!

Calling all stitchers! We invite you to join Ellis Nature Centre’s new craft group Fibers & Firs, focused on the art of stitching. All fiber art mediums are welcome – embroidery, crochet, cross stitch, knitting, etc. We will meet weekly on Tuesdays, 6-7:30pm from May 20-August 26 to work on current projects, get tips from other stitchers, and build community. Please note that this is not an instructional workshop, but time for folks who love fiber arts to get together and work on their projects surrounded by the beauty of the Ellis Nature Centre site. If weather permits, we will work outside! Light refreshments (non-alcoholic) and baked goods will be provided for the first few sessions, with the hope that as we build a steady group everyone will be willing to contribute occasionally to the selection of baked goods.

PEP Society supports and educates families dealing with the effects of addiction in their loved ones. PEP’s focus is empowering families and caregivers of a loved one struggling with addiction to step into health and recovery. 

We offer an in-person Family Recovery meeting in Red Deer every Tuesday from 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM at Northside Community Centre YMCA, located at 6391 76 Street.

All programs and meetings are free of charge and no registration is required!

We offer understanding, education, a listening ear from people who have similar experiences, and no judgement. If you have a loved one in addiction of any kind, please join us.

Learn more about us at pepsociety.ca

This fun filled week of horse camp is packed with adventure. We pick you up in the morning and drop you off in the evening everyday for a week. You are paired with a horse that is yours for the whole camp. Learn to brush, saddle, bridle and general horse care while having fun. Our focus is safety first. Cool things we do are: barrel racing - trail rides - games on horses and gentle horsemanship. Learning to connect with our equine partners and create lasting friendships.

Off horse activities include float trips down the river, hikes, exploring nature, playing in the water falls and seeing wild horses

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.