The Hearts (Edmonton) and Shaela Miller (Lethbridge) - are teaming up for an old-fashioned hall party on November 10th at Ritchie Community Hall to celebrate the release of The Hearts’ new album, “Traces”.

$25 at the door.

The Hearts are known for their unforgettable melodies and moody harmonies. Their heartfelt Indie-folk/Americana songs are beautifully backlit by dreamy textures and earthy grooves. Their many creative explorations and adventures include indie chart-topping releases, music featured in MTV and HBO productions, award nominations, and performances at popular festivals in Canada and abroad including SXSW, Edmonton Folk Fest, Calgary Folk Fest, Interstellar Rodeo, and many more. The latest landmark for The Hearts, is the completion of their fifth studio album (‘Traces”) which they’re excited to perform for you.

The evening will also feature a performance by Shaela Miller (and her band). Her rising profile is being amplified by a sonic reintroduction to one of Canada’s best voices and most sincere stage personalities. On the heels of TV placements like HBO’s True Blood, CBC’s Heartland, top-tier festival circuiting, supporting Matthew Good’s tour, and the release of her beautiful album, “After The Masquerade”, The Hearts are thrilled to have Shaela fill the other half of the bill.

Sea Change Brewing and Shiddy’s Distilling products will be available for purchase at the bar - ID Required (non-alcoholic options available). A portion of bar revenue will go to support Edmonton’s beloved Winterruption YEG festival.

Advance tickets are being offered to Ritchie Community League members for a discounted rate of $19 (watch for an email from the league with promo code).

$25 at the door.

All ages welcome. 

Join Ritchie Community League and New Grocery Movement for a community pickling workshop!

This event will take you through the steps of making your own pickles, using whatever vegetables you have left from your garden harvest. Cucumbers, peppers, beets, your choice!

Join your friends from the Ritchie community gardens at the Ritchie Community League kitchen for this exciting workshop!

DETAILS

• BYOV (bring your own vegetables)

• Canning materials are supplied

• Kitchen space is limited, so please register in advance to save your spot!

TICKETS

This event is FREE, but registration is required to hold your spot.

If you have any questions about the event, please reach out to garden@ritchie-league.com.

SAVE THE DATE!

Join your Ritchie neighbours on April 18 for a documentary film screening followed by a community discussion on the topic of community!

Join or Die is a film about why you should join a club—and why the fate of America
depends on it. Follow the story of America's civic unraveling through the journey of Robert Putnam, whose legendary "Bowling Alone" research into American community
decline may hold the answers to our democracy's present crisis.

This film is American-based, but we have seen similar issues pop up across Canada - social isolation, disconnection from our neighbours, widening gaps between empowered and disempowered folks. Community leagues offer a unique solution to the civic unraveling described in the film, and we will hopefully explore that in our post-film discussion!

Doors open at 6:00pm, with the film starting at 6:30pm. Come early and mingle with your neighbours, grab a snack and a seat. Following opening remarks, we will show the film in its entirety, then our volunteers will facilitate a community discussion.

Presented alongside Ritchie neighbour, Not Ladylike Community.

ABOUT THE FILM
Join or Die is a film about why you should join a club — and why the fate of America depends on it. In this feature documentary, follow the half-century story of America's civic unraveling through the journey of legendary social scientist Robert Putnam, whose groundbreaking "Bowling Alone" research into America's decades-long decline in community connections could hold the answers to our democracy's present crisis. Flanked by influential fans and scholars as well as inspiring groups building community in neighborhoods across the country, join Bob as he explores three urgent civic questions: What makes democracy work? Why is American democracy in crisis? And, most importantly... What can we do about it?

ABOUT ROBERT PUTNAM:
Harvard professor Robert D. Putnam is America’s preeminent political scientist — and
one of the most widely read and cited social scientists living today. Author of fourteen
books, translated into twenty languages, his work focuses on asking big questions about American society and deploying immense, creative studies and analyses to unlock answers. His groundbreaking “Bowling Alone” research — which demonstrated that levels of American community connections were in decline over the past half-century — rocketed Putnam to national fame in the late 1990s. As more Americans turn on to the reality of our social isolation crisis, a consistent drumbeat of media interest in revisiting Putnam’s work has grown.

NGM is relaunching their Garden Club initiative at a new community garden in Ritchie. To celebrate, they are hosting a screening of the NFU’s Depth of Fields short films, featuring a local Alberta farmer speaking panel and other special food organization guests. Edmonton’s own Sip Liquor and Garneau Block will also be on scene with Alberta-made drinks and natural wines. And slices of blueberry or apple pie will be available by donation!

Tickets: $5

Visit the ticket page for any questions.

PLEASE NOTE: This is an event hosted at the Ritchie Hall but is not a Ritchie League event and the league will not be able to answer your questions about the event.

SAVE THE DATE!

Are you concerned about a repeat of last year’s fire season?

Do you have questions about how wildfires impact you and your family’s health?

Do you value dialogue with your neighbours on how we can advocate for better preparedness?

This event is open to all Ritchie members, and friends of Ritchie. There is no cost, and no need to RSVP. See you at the hall on March 21!

The 2023 Alberta wildfire scenario has been described as “unprecedented”, with over 2.2 million hectares of forest burned, extensive damage to human and non-human life and property, along with record negative air quality readings.  Unfortunately, experts claim that this scenario may be similar or worse in 2024. 

We hold our breaths nervously about another predicted long and intense Alberta wildfire season in 2024. Alberta Forestry and Parks maintain that they are prepared. However, there is a lot of doubt about that among experienced Alberta wildfire personnel, municipalities, and other experts.

Please attend this public event to:

• hear the basics of wildfire in Alberta – damage, causes and responses

• express your own views on the question of “what should we be doing to reduce the extent and damage of Alberta wildfires?”

• contribute to public conversation and citizen oversight and input on the management of Alberta wildfires in 2024 and beyond

DOORS: 6:00pm

PRESENTATION: 6:30-8:30pm

Cost: $0

PRESENTED BY RITCHIE NEIGHBOUR RICHARD MERRY

For over 35 years, Richard has worked to reverse the destruction of our natural systems by consumerism, industrial activity and government policy. Since May 2023, he has closely followed Alberta wildfire activity and made efforts to mobilize ordinary citizens to speak out on wildfire impacts and the responsibility of government and industry in these impacts. He is conducting this Ritchie event, not as an expert in wildfire, but as one who believes in the power of the public and community to drive real progress in our society.

* To make this event really count, please review the links below as provided by our presenter. Most of these are media articles, but there is a wealth of detail that will be helpful for this public discussion on wildfires in Alberta. 

Canada should be on 'high alert' for 2024 after record wildfire season: scientist (CP24)

Alberta wildfire warns of extreme fire risk heading into spring 2024 (Global News)

‘We are a skeleton crew out here’: UCP cuts led to disastrous Alberta wildfire situation (The Narwhal)

UCP Gutted Firefighter Programs (Project Calgary)

Cuts to Alberta elite aerial firefighting team came despite pleas to keep them in service | CBC News

Alberta gov't must reverse UCP cuts to wildfire fighting operations (AUPE) 

Yellowhead County wants more proactive wildfire measures from province (CBC News)

Alberta to add firefighters for expected busy wildfire season: minister (CTV News)

Alberta committing more resources to battle wildfires in 2024 (CityNews Edmonton)

Alberta partnering with AI company to try to predict wildfires before they ignite (CTV News)

Prescribed fire (Gov’t of Alberta)

Alberta declares early start to wildfire season due to warm and dry weather (Global News)

Alberta fire chiefs call for provincial strategy as wildfire season looms (Edmonton Journal)

Alberta fire chiefs want provincial wildfire plan released before season begins (Canadian Underwriter)

Wildland firefighters’ union worried about 2024 season: ‘Albertans should be concerned’ (Global News)

Union says Alberta has lost experienced wildfire firefighters (Red Deer Advocate)

Union accuses Alberta government of being unprepared for 2024 wildfire season (CTV News)

Alberta Wildfires: More than 200 structures damaged; smoke causing poor air quality (Edmonton Journal)

Wildfire smoke 101: Wildfire smoke and your health (Govt of Canada)

Smoky days, gloomy mood? How wildfire haze is affecting what Edmontonians do and feel (CTV News)

Wildfire smoke is hurting your health (City News)

Get ready to groove with "Bolly Thumka: Bollywood Dance Class"! 🎉

🗓️ Date: February 24th
🕧 Time: 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
🏢 Location: Ritchie Community Hall

Join us for an exciting dance session filled with energetic Bollywood moves
and beats. It's your chance to shine on the dance floor!

🎟️ Tickets: Secure your spot by paying $15 at the time of registration (by interac).

Please note that this fee is non-refundable if you can't make it!

Questions:

Contact Suparna (See contact information on the registration form.)

The City of Edmonton is revamping 76 Avenue between 75 Street and 99 Street, aiming to upgrade roads, sidewalks, and lighting. This is where you, the Ritchie community members, come in. Your participation is crucial:

• Online Survey: Available from February 13 to March 3 here.

• Drop-In Session: Meet the team on February 22 at the Ritchie Community League Hall, 6-9 pm.

This is more than a project; it's a community effort. Dive in, share your thoughts, and help shape the avenue into a space that meets our needs and aspirations. For more details, visit the project's page. Your voice is the key to ensuring the project serves our community best.

PLEASE NOTE: This is an event hosted at the Ritchie Hall but is not a Ritchie League event and the league will not be able to answer your questions about the event.

Please reach out to the above contact with any questions you have about the event.

At Ritchie Hall, Doors open at 7:00 | 18+

Event ends at 1:00 am

Hold on to your coffin lids folks 'cause on Saturday, Nov. 4th Ritchie Hall will be transformed into the spooktacular venue of our Halloween Hall Show! There's gonna be bands, burlesque, a bar, and a costume contest WITH PRIZES!

Dance your booty off to the 7-piece Funk & Soul band Deicha & the VuDudes, the Latin and swing inspired festival dance band, Night Howl, and Duke & the Peacemakers who bring a revival to old school blues, funk, soul, and jazz in a way that's gonna get your legs a'shakin'!

And the full-sized chocolate bar of this Halloween entertainment treat bag is burlesque! This portion of the night is brought to you by the sensual scoundrel, Ivonna Fox and her talent for curating an electrifying lineup of dancers that know how to trick AND treat!

$30 EARLY BIRD TICKETS (sale ends Oct 27)

$40 Regular bird ticket price (after Oct 27 and at the door)

** All Ritchie Community League members can enjoy a $25 ticket regardless of how early or late their bird is. Find the promo code in the monthly community newsletter, e-mail Jenna.Clarahan@gmail.com with your mailing address to request the promo code, or show your Community League membership at the door.

Doors open @ 7:30 PM | 18+

Calling all pumpkins, demons and witches! GoGo invites you for a ghouling good time at GoGo's Ghostly Gala! Join us in celebrating GoGo Fetch's 10 year Dragaversary with a fun filled evening of Drag Performances, DRAG QUEEN BINGO, Costume Contests and More!

Dress Code: GoGo encourages costumes, as it is the season of the witch and there will be a prize for favorite costume! If you cant come up with a costume though, just please show up in your favorite "Goth Wedding" attire. Think the Adams Family, Elvira and Moira from Schitt's Creek. 

BRING CASH! 

Why? There will be a small Concession of snacks!  As well as Tipping Your Favorite Queens!
Ritchie Community League has ample parking and is wheelchair accessible.

Tickets

General Admission $15.00

Ritchie Community League Members $10

Event is for 18+ 

$10 tickets for Ritchie Community League Members!

Please contact info@gogofetch.ca before Purchasing Tickets Online to recive a discount!

PLEASE NOTE: This is an event hosted at the Ritchie Hall but is not a Ritchie League event and the league will not be able to answer your questions about the event. Please reach out to the above contact with any questions you have about the event.

Join Travis Wade for a presentation where we discuss an actionable todo list that can be implemented today that brings immediate improvements in confidence, happiness, and fitness. It will only be 90 minutes. It will be about what I have learned from my clients, the physical requirements of happiness and how to improve them, daily essentials and enhancers of happiness. The location of the event will be at Ritchie Community Hall.

All proceeds will go to the Be Brave Ranch For Abused Children.

For more information contact Travis Wade at his website https://traviswadefitness.com/transformation-presentation/

PLEASE NOTE: This is an event hosted at the Ritchie Hall but is not a Ritchie League event. Please reach out to the above contact with any questions you have about this event.

PLEASE NOTE: This is an event hosted at the Ritchie Hall but is not a Ritchie League event and the league will not be able to answer your questions about the event. Please reach out to the above contact with any questions you have about the event.