SACL June 2026 E-Newsletter
Spruce Avenue Community League updates
PLANT SALE!
The day you’ve all been waiting for is here!
Join us at the rink on Saturday June 20 from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm and Sunday June 21 from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm for our annual plant sale
Spruce Avenue Turns 75!
Spruce Avenue Turns 75!
Monthly Movie Night
Come travel with us back to the year 1955! Spruce Avenue will be showing Back to the Future at Spruce Avenue Hall June 19th at 7 pm.
Folding chairs will be provided but BYO camping chair if you prefer.
Screenings have no cost.
Check our Upcoming Events Page for more details
Spruce Avenue Then & Now
Photo Scavenger Hunt
June’s Photo
Take a look at this historic photo of somewhere in our area as it appeared in past decades. If you think you know the spot, snap a photo of what it looks like today and submit it to us using this form, or by emailing it to spruceavehistory@gmail.com.
Every month, everyone who participates will be entered to win a $50 gift certificate for a local business. All participants will be entered in a grand prize draw at the Harvest Fest celebrations in September.
This Month in 1951
Spruce Avenue Community League is celebrating our 75th Anniversary in 2026. To bring you back to the year that it all began, here are some fun facts from this month in 1951.
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The Great Caruso, starring Mario Lanza (still!)
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Billboard's number one song is Too Young by Nat King Cole
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Louis St. Laurent is the first Prime Minister to move into the newly designated official residence at 24 Sussex Drive. The last thing St. Laurent wanted in 1950 was to move in the official residence. He eventually consented, as long as he could continue to pay rent (a practice that continued until 1971).
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A new and revised Indian Act was given royal assent on 20 June 1951. The resulting overhaul removed some of the most offensive political, cultural and religious restrictions. For example, bans on ceremonies like the potlatch and sun dance were removed. Communities were also able to bring about land claims against the government. However, the revisions did not rid the Act of discrimination.
Child and Youth Summer Pass
We are excited to help members of our community MoveLearnPlay with the City of Edmonton Recreation Centres and outdoor pools this summer!
The Child & Youth Summer pass will be available for purchase on movelearnplay.ca or at your nearest recreation centre from June 10 - August 31, 2026.
For $25 (2-12 yrs) or $35 (13-17yrs) children and youth have unlimited access to all of City recreation centres and outdoor pools (weather permitting). That’s over 50% off regular rates! This pass is valid for 30 days from activation date. Please note some amenities are age specific.
For more details please review age access guideline here.
Construction notice, thanks to our friends at Kingsway District Association
Arts on the Ave Presents
Neighbours!
Get ready for a day of treasure hunting and community fun at our annual fundraiser! Arts on the Ave is excited to host The Ultimate Community Garage Sale on Saturday, June 27 from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm on the grassy space at 92nd St and 118 Ave.
Looking to sell some treasures? There are vendor spots available for $40. Please apply by June 22 to reserve your spot here - https://www.thecarrot.ca/ultimategaragesale
Doing some spring cleaning? We are also accepting donations of gently used items to sell. These can be dropped off at The Carrot Community Arts Coffeehouse (9351 118 Ave) from June 22 - 26 between 9:00 am and 6:00 pm.
Proceeds support Arts on the Ave's community arts programming and initiatives in Edmonton's inner-city neighbourhoods. Learn more at https://www.artsontheave.org/
Thanks for your support, and we hope to see you at The Ultimate Community Garage Sale!
The University of Alberta’s Precision Medicine in Autism (PRISMA) research group is excited to invite participants to take part in our study exploring attitudes and perspectives around genetic testing in autism. If you are an individual on the autism spectrum or a caregiver of someone with autism, and you live in Alberta, Canada, we invite you to participate. Having had genetic testing is not required.
We want to hear your perspectives!
Click the link below to participate:
https://redcap.ualberta.ca/surveys/?s=MFCXFAPXK3RLJRAP
Please consider sharing this study with others who may be interested.