In June of 2009, the City of Elliot Lake became one of twenty-five ( 25 ) Communities across Canada to be awarded a “ Let them be Kids / Kool-Aid Helping Hand Award “. This award recognized the importance of celebrating the spirit of our Community and creating “ Free Play and Access for all.
We would like to take this opportunity to extend a sincere thank you from the City of Elliot Lake, Let Them Be Kids, Kool-Aid and most importantly the children of our community, for your contribution to the successful completion of three ( 3 ) new parks.
Through your financial contribution, we were able to provide “ Free Play and Access for All “. Efforts which will continue to help build our great City. Through becoming involved in the “ Let them be Kids “ initiative, you have continued the partnership whereby people from many sectors - business, community groups, government, etc - work together to create a vibrant place to live, work, and play.
The overwhelming response to this event has prompted the City of Elliot Lake Council, to look at hosting an annual event. As our award carries over for two ( 2 ) more years, we are hoping for another tremendous success !!
You’ll notice a drawing on the back of this letter. This art, created by a local child, depicts their vision of an ideal park. During the planning of this project a Dot Mocracy was held. Local children were given 4 votes to choose their favourite pieces of equipment. The most popular were used to design our new parks. Because of you, their visions are now reality.
We hope you will experience and enjoy the new parks. Take the time to listen to the laughter of our local children as they play on these new structures. They are fun, safe and best of all, built by a community that creates together.
We know that without Volunteers, our Community would not be what it is. We also know that without the continuous support of sponsors, Volunteer efforts would be much more difficult. Your generous consideration of assistance is greatly appreciated. We celebrate your contribution and thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
Karen Makela Kirstan Noel
Director, Parks and Recreation Let Them Be Kids - Elliot Lake Coordinator
Monday, November 23, 2009
Build Day Video
We've just created a video with pictures from Build Day and both Dot Mocracies! The song is "Proud" by Heather Small, which was provided to us by Let Them Be Kids. Please enjoy!
Monday, October 26, 2009
What a hit!
It's been exactly one month since the Let Them Be Kids Build Day, and we here in Elliot Lake have been having a blast with our 3 new parks.
Every time we drive by, we can see kids enjoying the play structures and people of all ages getting fit at our outdoor fitness park!
Once again, thank you to all of our donors and volunteers, the great memories and activities would not be possible without your generosity and time. You are truly the best!
It's getting cold out and soon they will be covered with snow...but we're intending on building more parks over the next couple years, so please stay tuned and we'll keep you updated with our plans to keep the ball rolling on free play and access for all!
Every time we drive by, we can see kids enjoying the play structures and people of all ages getting fit at our outdoor fitness park!
Once again, thank you to all of our donors and volunteers, the great memories and activities would not be possible without your generosity and time. You are truly the best!
It's getting cold out and soon they will be covered with snow...but we're intending on building more parks over the next couple years, so please stay tuned and we'll keep you updated with our plans to keep the ball rolling on free play and access for all!
Thursday, October 8, 2009
Monday, September 28, 2009
What a day!
Wow....that word pretty much sums up the enitre day! Each park started at 9 am, and what a wonderful group of volunteers at each site.
There was so much energy, it was an amazing feeling being a part of all that was going on. We had young kids shoveling sand into wheelbarrows with their beach toys...young and old came together to build three wonderful community parks, which will be come centres of play, activity and friendship. Each park is open to EVERYONE!
We would like to thank all the volunteers and donors. Without you, none of this would have been possible.
Stay tuned for pictures from Saturday.
Thanks so much,
Let Them Be Kids - Elliot Lake
There was so much energy, it was an amazing feeling being a part of all that was going on. We had young kids shoveling sand into wheelbarrows with their beach toys...young and old came together to build three wonderful community parks, which will be come centres of play, activity and friendship. Each park is open to EVERYONE!
We would like to thank all the volunteers and donors. Without you, none of this would have been possible.
Stay tuned for pictures from Saturday.
Thanks so much,
Let Them Be Kids - Elliot Lake
Friday, September 25, 2009
WE DID IT!
WOW!
Thanks to all of our donors!
We are (very) pleased to announce that we reached our $25,000 goal! In fact....
WE SURPASSED IT!
We are at $31,520.
Here's the really Kool(aid) part. The 60/40 match from Let Them Be Kids is good for another TWO YEARS! This means, that thanks to the Let Them Be Kids Helping Hand award, we will be using any surplus raised this year (and over the next two years) to build EVEN MORE PARKS in Elliot Lake!
Now that is deffinately KOOL(aid)!
Tommorow...is only a day away!
Tomorrow is the OFFICIAL build day and we here at the Elliot Lake site could not be more excited!
The itinerary has been posted (see post prior to this one)
IF you're working at Glenden Park, please park at the baseball diamond. It's about a two minute walk, and there will be signs posted. We'd hate to see any volunteers getting parking tickets for parking on Ottawa Avenue.
Don't forget our Community BBQ at 4:30 at Spruce Beach. This bbq is an open invite, we'd like to see everyone from Elliot Lake there! There will be bbq'ed fair, as well as cake, pop and water...all free of charge!
We're all really excited and hope you are too!
The itinerary has been posted (see post prior to this one)
IF you're working at Glenden Park, please park at the baseball diamond. It's about a two minute walk, and there will be signs posted. We'd hate to see any volunteers getting parking tickets for parking on Ottawa Avenue.
Don't forget our Community BBQ at 4:30 at Spruce Beach. This bbq is an open invite, we'd like to see everyone from Elliot Lake there! There will be bbq'ed fair, as well as cake, pop and water...all free of charge!
We're all really excited and hope you are too!
See you tomorrow!
Thursday, September 24, 2009
Saturday's Itinerary
9 am - Building begins at all three parks
11:30 am - 1:00 pm - Lunch will be served to all volunteers
1:50 pm - Work at Glenden Park to finish
2:00 pm - Opening Ceremony and Park Dedication to Roger Taylor at Glenden Park
2:30 pm - Work outs can begin!
2:45 pm - Volunteers move to Kiwanis
2:50 pm - Work at Kiwanis Park to finish
3:00 pm - Closing Ceremony and Park Dedication to Corperal Glenn Arnold at Kiwanis Park
3:30 pm - Kids can play!
3:45 pm - Volunteers move to Spruce Beach
3:50 pm - Work at Spruce Beach to Finish
4:00 pm - Closing Ceremony and Park Dedication to Private David Byers at Spruce Beach
4:30 pm - Kids can play! Community BB-Q!
11:30 am - 1:00 pm - Lunch will be served to all volunteers
1:50 pm - Work at Glenden Park to finish
2:00 pm - Opening Ceremony and Park Dedication to Roger Taylor at Glenden Park
2:30 pm - Work outs can begin!
2:45 pm - Volunteers move to Kiwanis
2:50 pm - Work at Kiwanis Park to finish
3:00 pm - Closing Ceremony and Park Dedication to Corperal Glenn Arnold at Kiwanis Park
3:30 pm - Kids can play!
3:45 pm - Volunteers move to Spruce Beach
3:50 pm - Work at Spruce Beach to Finish
4:00 pm - Closing Ceremony and Park Dedication to Private David Byers at Spruce Beach
4:30 pm - Kids can play! Community BB-Q!
Friday, September 18, 2009
Anticipation for Build Day is Building...
As September 26th approaches, we are all eager to build these wonderul parks! Once again, we'd like ot send out a heartfelt thank you to all our donors and volunteers; this day would not be possible without you.
Our playstructures / fitness equipment have been named in honour of the following local heroes:
Private David Byers- Spruce Beach; killed in Afghanistan by a suicide bomber, September 18, 2006.
Corperal Glen Arnold - Kiwanis Park; killed in Afghanistan by a suicide bomber, September 18, 2006.
Roger Taylor - Glenden Park; first mayor of Elliot Lake.
The families of our local heroes will be joining us at the opening ceremoies at each park.
Stay tuned for more updates!
Our playstructures / fitness equipment have been named in honour of the following local heroes:
Private David Byers- Spruce Beach; killed in Afghanistan by a suicide bomber, September 18, 2006.
Corperal Glen Arnold - Kiwanis Park; killed in Afghanistan by a suicide bomber, September 18, 2006.
Roger Taylor - Glenden Park; first mayor of Elliot Lake.
The families of our local heroes will be joining us at the opening ceremoies at each park.
Stay tuned for more updates!
Looking Forward To Seeing You All
September 26th, 2009
Monday, September 14, 2009
The Heat Is On...
With just over 11 days until build day, the heat is definitely on!
As of today we have over 70 volunteers, which is awesome! But we need more! If you're planning on coming out, please sign up by clicking the "Join the Effort" button on the right or calling 848-2287 ext 2134 or ext 2141. Amanda or Kirstan will be more than happy to sign you up!
Remember, lunch will be served, water and coffee will be available, and this day will be too much fun!
Also, we will be having a community BBQ at 4 pm on Saturday at Spruce Beach to celebrate a great day and our new parks, so mark that off on you calendar as well!
Hope to see you all out on September 26th! Support free play and access for all!
Friday, September 11, 2009
Keep Rollin'...
Wow! We are already at $19,500 raised, blowing our goal of $18,000 by today out of the water!
Again, we would like to thank our donors - without you these parks would not be possible.
Also, to all those volunteers who have signed up: THANK YOU! To date we have over 60 volunteers. Remember, we're looking to have at least 200 people come out. You don't need any special skills, just a desire to give back to our community. We will need people to do beautification (Painting, planting, raking, etc), food preperation for both the lunch and the community BBQ, kids activities, and much much more!
Even if you can only come out for an hour or two, please come out! There is going to be so much fun and excitement, and we would love to have everyone be a part of that...Remember that song "We're here for a good time...."
Also, we will be announcing shortly the names of the 3 local heros who we will be honouring by naming the structures after.
Keep checking back for updates...and remember, if all 60+ volunteers get just one other person to come with them, we'll almost be at our goal!
SEE YOU SEPTEMBER 26TH!
Again, we would like to thank our donors - without you these parks would not be possible.
Also, to all those volunteers who have signed up: THANK YOU! To date we have over 60 volunteers. Remember, we're looking to have at least 200 people come out. You don't need any special skills, just a desire to give back to our community. We will need people to do beautification (Painting, planting, raking, etc), food preperation for both the lunch and the community BBQ, kids activities, and much much more!
Even if you can only come out for an hour or two, please come out! There is going to be so much fun and excitement, and we would love to have everyone be a part of that...Remember that song "We're here for a good time...."
Also, we will be announcing shortly the names of the 3 local heros who we will be honouring by naming the structures after.
Keep checking back for updates...and remember, if all 60+ volunteers get just one other person to come with them, we'll almost be at our goal!
SEE YOU SEPTEMBER 26TH!
Friday, September 4, 2009
From our hearts to you....
A HUGE THANK YOU TO ALL DONORS!
We are now at $17,400...and the donations are still coming!
Remember, all donations are tax deductible, and will help bring a smile to the children who will be able to enjoy the playgrounds for years to come!
We are now at $17,400...and the donations are still coming!
Remember, all donations are tax deductible, and will help bring a smile to the children who will be able to enjoy the playgrounds for years to come!
Wednesday, September 2, 2009
Wow!
We're already at $15,750! Keep those wonderful donations coming in and sign up to help today! Every little bit helps...every dollar, every hour!
Tuesday, September 1, 2009
Donor Opportunities
Corkscrew Climber Donor – Over $2,500
• Place to display your banner September 26th at all 3 sites
• Media advertisement (print, radio, TV)
• Name or logo on the back of our T-shirts on the day of the build.
• A Thank You picture of children on the playground.
• Your logo/name on the Let them Be Kids and City website
• Surprise electronic Thank You gift
• Name placed on a permanent plaque to be added at Spruce Beach Park
• Tax Receipt
Spiral Slide Donor- $ 1,000 - $ 2,499
• Place to display your banner September 26th at the site of your choosing
• Media advertisement (print, radio, TV)
• Name on the back of our T-shirts on the day of the build.
• A Thank You picture of children on the playground.
• Your logo/name on our Let them be Kids website
• Surprise electronic Thank You gift
• Name placed on a plaque to be added at Spruce Beach Park
• Tax Receipt
Wheel Bridge Donor-$ 751 - $ 999
• Media advertisement (print, radio, TV)
• A Thank You picture of children on the playground.
• Your logo/name on our website
• Surprise electronic Thank You gift
• Tax Receipt
Pommel Wall Donor- $ 101 to $ 750
• Your logo/name on our website
• A Thank You picture of children on the playground.
• Surprise electronic Thank You gift
• Tax Receipt
Friends of the Parks - up to $100
• Your logo/name on our website
• Surprise electronic Thank You gift
• Tax Receipt
• Place to display your banner September 26th at all 3 sites
• Media advertisement (print, radio, TV)
• Name or logo on the back of our T-shirts on the day of the build.
• A Thank You picture of children on the playground.
• Your logo/name on the Let them Be Kids and City website
• Surprise electronic Thank You gift
• Name placed on a permanent plaque to be added at Spruce Beach Park
• Tax Receipt
Spiral Slide Donor- $ 1,000 - $ 2,499
• Place to display your banner September 26th at the site of your choosing
• Media advertisement (print, radio, TV)
• Name on the back of our T-shirts on the day of the build.
• A Thank You picture of children on the playground.
• Your logo/name on our Let them be Kids website
• Surprise electronic Thank You gift
• Name placed on a plaque to be added at Spruce Beach Park
• Tax Receipt
Wheel Bridge Donor-$ 751 - $ 999
• Media advertisement (print, radio, TV)
• A Thank You picture of children on the playground.
• Your logo/name on our website
• Surprise electronic Thank You gift
• Tax Receipt
Pommel Wall Donor- $ 101 to $ 750
• Your logo/name on our website
• A Thank You picture of children on the playground.
• Surprise electronic Thank You gift
• Tax Receipt
Friends of the Parks - up to $100
• Your logo/name on our website
• Surprise electronic Thank You gift
• Tax Receipt
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
Have any of this laying around?
To paint the bleachers at Kiwanis Black rust paint 3 gallons
Green rust paint 5 gallons
To paint swings at Kiwanis 3 gallons of primer for galvanized pipe
2 gallons of forest green rust paint
2 gallons of sand colored rust paint
To paint the basketball boards White rust paint 2 gallons
Orange rust paint (posts)
Beach sand to fill in after playground structure installed 200 cu.yds
12 Litres of crack filler to repair cracks in basketball court
Crusher dust for walkways at Glenden 60 cu yds.
Green rust paint 5 gallons
To paint swings at Kiwanis 3 gallons of primer for galvanized pipe
2 gallons of forest green rust paint
2 gallons of sand colored rust paint
To paint the basketball boards White rust paint 2 gallons
Orange rust paint (posts)
Beach sand to fill in after playground structure installed 200 cu.yds
12 Litres of crack filler to repair cracks in basketball court
Crusher dust for walkways at Glenden 60 cu yds.
Monday, August 24, 2009
And this is how they'll look!
Well, Dot Mocracies have all been finished and the people have spoken! Here is a look at what our new parks will look like!
DRUM ROLL PLEASE.......
Kiwanis Park:
Spruce Beach Park:
Glenden Fitness Park:
The drawings look great! We can't wait to put them up, and hope you feel the same! Don't forget to "Join the Effort" today by signing up to volunteer by following the link at the right.
For those who have already signed up, THANKS!
DRUM ROLL PLEASE.......
Kiwanis Park:
Spruce Beach Park:
Glenden Fitness Park:
The drawings look great! We can't wait to put them up, and hope you feel the same! Don't forget to "Join the Effort" today by signing up to volunteer by following the link at the right.
For those who have already signed up, THANKS!
Hope to see you all September 26th!
Great Turnout!
A big thanks to everyone who participated in Friday's Dot Mocracy. We had tons of people vote on our new outdoor fitness equipment at Glenden Park, and a few people signed up to volunteer!
Check out our slideshow near the bottom of the page. Don't forget to sign up to volunteer!
See you on the 26th of September!
Thursday, August 20, 2009
Adult Dotmocracy
Tomorrow (Friday August 21, 2009) we will be set up at the mall and asking YOU to vote on the equipment concepts for Glenden Park. There are four options, and we're looking for community input, such as we did with the Dot Mocracy for the kids' playgrounds.
Date: Friday, August 21, 2009
Time: 10 am - 3 pm
Location: Algo Center Mall
Date: Friday, August 21, 2009
Time: 10 am - 3 pm
Location: Algo Center Mall
See you there!
Wednesday, August 19, 2009
Updates!
Well, the volunteer page seems to be getting quite a bit of traffic, but we still need YOUR help!
Sign up today!
Also, we're up to $10,350 of our $25,000 goal! Thanks!
Sign up today!
Also, we're up to $10,350 of our $25,000 goal! Thanks!
Wednesday, August 12, 2009
Donations
Hey guys!
We're looking for:
- Gravel
- Crusher Dust
- Plants
- Wood for perimiter boards
- Metal Primer and Paint (In bright colours)
- Ashphalt crack sealer
We'll post more as it comes available! Thanks!
We're looking for:
- Gravel
- Crusher Dust
- Plants
- Wood for perimiter boards
- Metal Primer and Paint (In bright colours)
- Ashphalt crack sealer
We'll post more as it comes available! Thanks!
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