Category Archives: Community News

Change of date for First Thursday Concert in March
Due to illness of the next presenter, the March 5 First Thursday concert has been moved to March 12. The Friends of the Library are pleased to present the Windwood Trio: Tong Wang, piano, Maitreyli Mu...
Mar 03, 2026 (Image Credit: RDPL)

Don Campbell to host open house for Kindergarten Academy of Discovery
Families are invited to learn more about the opportunities available at the Kindergarten Academy of Discovery during an upcoming open house, which will take place Wednesday, March 4 from 5:30-6:30 p.m...
Mar 03, 2026 (Image Credit: Red Deer Public Schools)

Red Deer Arts Council presents: Landscapes by Jessica Symons
The Red Deer Arts Council is pleased to present Upon Return: Landscapes by Jessica Symons on display in the Community Gallery from Feb. 23-April 10, 2026.Description: Born in Alberta and shaped by yea...
Feb 26, 2026 Oil on canvas landscape by Jessica Symons. Exhibition runs from February 23rd, 2026 until April 10th, 2026. (Image Credit: Jessica Symons)

West Park Community Association hodling its AGM March 16
The West Park Community Association is hodling its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Monday, March 16 at 7pm at the West Park Activity Centre - 3811 57 Avenue.the Association says they need your ideas a...
Feb 12, 2026 West Park Community Association (Image Credit: West Park Community Association)

Central Alberta Invited to pitch big Ideas for child safety at “The Lions Den”
The Central Alberta Child Advocacy Centre (CACAC) is inviting everyone from youth and community members to businesses, non-profits, and community leaders - to share bold, innovative ideas that can red...
Feb 11, 2026 CACAC (Image Credit: Central Alberta Child Advocacy Centre)

JUNO Award-winning Rosa Barocca returns to Red Deer for high-energy "Too Hot to Handel"
Central Albertans can soon experience Handel's iconic "Water Music" performed on authentic period instruments this month.The Red Deer Symphony Orchestra (RDSO) is thrilled to welcome back the JUNO Awa...
Feb 11, 2026 RDSO (Image Credit: Red Deer Symphony Orchestra)

Multiple Family Day events and activities planned across central Alberta
Central Albertans looking for something to do this Family Day on Monday, Feb. 16, will have plenty to choose from. Below is a list of events in communities across central Alberta: Red Deer Red Deer Mu...
Feb 10, 2026 (Image Credit: Photo 36768148 © Shannon Fagan | Dreamstime.com)

New exhibition at Kiwanis Public Art Gallery in Red Deer Public Library
The Red Deer Arts Council and Red Deer Public Library have announced a new exhibition."What is Contemporary Art?" is described by officials as artworks by Red Deer Arts Council members and its running...
Feb 10, 2026 Red Deer Arts Council (Image Credit: Red Deer Arts Council)

Lacombe Police alerts residents of increase in 'grandparent scams'
The Lacombe Police Service is alerting the public to a recent increase in Bitcoin, cryptocurrency, and grandparent scams.Police say these scams are often well-rehearsed and emotionally manipulative."O...
Feb 09, 2026 (Image Credit: rdnewsNOW staff)

Town of Ponoka announces several free Family Day activities
The Town of Ponoka announced various activities for the public to enjoy on Family Day this Monday, Feb. 16.This includes a free public swim at the Ponoka Aquaplex from 1 to 5 p.m. and free public skat...
Feb 09, 2026 (Image Credit: Town of Ponoka)