First things first, The Leader has a couple of corrections to make. We make mistakes too, and we apologize.
In a previous issue, we reported that tickets for the Steak and Lobster event in Kinuso were $60.
That was incorrect. The actual price was $75.
We also need to correct one of our own Page 9 items.
Remember those birds we spotted resting on a rooftop?
We told you they were hanging out on the roof of Northern Lakes College.
Well, apparently our bird identification was better than our building identification.
The birds were actually resting on the roof of the Northern Star Hotel.
We apologize for both errors and any confusion they may have caused.
On Aug. 21, Alberta Fish and Wildlife issued a bear awareness notice for the Allarie Trails after bear activity was reported in the area.
People using the trails are reminded to use extra caution and stay aware of their surroundings.
Keep children and pets close, make some noise while travelling through wooded areas and, of course, give any wildlife plenty of space.
Swimmers, take note! There will soon be a temporary break from the Northern Lights Aquatic Centre.
The pool will close for its annual maintenance shutdown from Sept. 26 to Nov. 20.
The annual closure gives staff time to complete essential maintenance, repairs and upgrades to keep the facility safe, clean and ready for swimmers.
During the shutdown, office hours will be Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Calling all artists, artisans and creative people!
The Slave Lake Regional Arts Council is preparing for its fifth annual Art in the Park, happening Sept. 13 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Schurter Park.
The community event brings together local artists, live music, food vendors and family fun in an outdoor setting. Email the art’s council for more information.
And there is another opportunity to discover what Slave Lake has to offer this fall.
The Parade of Programs takes place Sept. 12 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Slave Lake Multi-Rec Centre Fieldhouse.
The free event brings together local sports, recreation, support services and volunteer organizations in one place. Parade of Programs also gives residents an opportunity to learn about programs, ask questions and perhaps find something new to join.
Now, let’s talk sports!
Slave Lake-area quad racer Jasper Fornoles continues to make some noise on the track.
Jasper took first place in both ATV Junior and ATV Intermediate.
And Jasper isn’t finished yet!
There are two more rounds to go, scheduled for Sept. 26 and 27.
If Jasper can sweep rounds five and six, he could finish as provincial champion in not one, but two different categories.
Next year could bring another big step, as Jasper is expected to move up to the advance levels.
Organizer Marcia McDermott will host the next Death Café on Sept. 1 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Vanderwell Heritage Place in Slave Lake.
The gathering gives people a space to openly talk about death and dying subjects that aren’t always easy to bring up in everyday conversation.
It is an opportunity for people to sit together, and share thoughts.
It is also where people could ask questions and have an open conversation about a topic that affects everyone.