Organizations

The purpose of the GRANUM & DISTRICT RECREATIONAL SOCIETY is “to promote and implement a recreation program for Granum and District.  They operate the Granum Recreational Centre.  The building is available to rent for birthday parties, meetings, or family events.  Some of the activities and events that the The Society organizes are:  An Easter Egg Hunt for the children on the Easter weekend,  On Halloween they provide a warm space for children and adults alike with activities and of course candy,  Christmas in Granum on the first Saturday in December,

• Yoga,
• Gym nights,
• Jr/Teen trips,
• and more.

If you are interested in participating, volunteering, or have ideas please contact Cora (403) 849-0063
To rent hall supplies (Tables, Chairs, kitchen supplies) please contact Kate (403) 682-9059 (leave a text)

GRANUM & DISTRICT HISTORICAL SOCIETY is responsible for historical research, historical education, and the management, restoration and display of historical artifacts. The Granum Historical Board is a non-profit organization whose volunteer members are responsible for the management of the Granum Old Jail and Museum, and the Granum Remembrance Day Memorial Service, which is held every year on Nov. 11. The Board is also responsible for the management of the Veterans’ Memorial Park, which displays our Veterans’ Memorial Walls/Plaques and our Memorial itself which is a recognized as a “Registered Canadian War Memorial” by the Canadian federal government.

The Granum Old Jail and Museum is open to the public on Saturday and Sunday afternoons (1:00 PM to 4:00 PM) from the long weekend in May until the September long weekend. We are also willing to open our Museum upon special request for visitors who are unable to visit during regular hours. Admission is free.

Please call 403-682-9694 with questions, if you are interested in volunteering your services or to submit donations.   Box 111, Granum, AB, T0L 1A0   www.visitgranum.com/Museum

Granum School is a vibrant K – 9 school that prides itself on being a true community school. With our small class sizes, we get to know our students and families on a personal level. Our multi-grade classrooms allow us to make sure all students have access to appropriate programming. 

Granum School is a Leader in Me school, focussed on developing student leadership opportunities and helping our students to be confident, contributing members of society, both locally and globally. Each year, our students take on several citizenship projects in order to give back to others. 

Unique to Granum School is the opportunity to engage in many cross-grade activities, allowing us to help students and teachers build relationships across the school. 

Please stop by any time to meet our staff and take a tour of Granum School. We look forward to welcoming you to the community! If you have any questions, please call the school at 403-687-3734.

Granum School Council connects the members of the school community to stay informed and involved in their children’s education. The Council meets once a month. Everyone is invited to participate in discussion and debate and have input into their child’s education. School Council hosts information sessions for parents, along with school suppers and BBQs to celebrate school events and grow our school’s community spirit. Their Annual General Meeting is held at the beginning of the school year. www.granumschool.ca      www.facebook.com/granumschool/ 

Granum Educational Support Society (GESS) is a committee that coordinates fundraisers related to education in the Granum community. This group plans and oversees the Harvest Supper, casino, citrus sales, FundScrip campaign (gift card sales), and other fundraising events and campaigns. GESS is a Canadian registered charity and can provide tax receipts for donations.
Box 220, Granum, AB, T0L 1A0   www.gess.ca

The Granum Drop-In Centre, which is a family Drop-In Centre, operated by the Granum Drop-In Board, is the heart of our community. It is a welcoming and friendly place to come for a cup of coffee, maybe a piece of cake, and conversation. There are pool tables available as well as shuffleboard. Each fall and winter we offer soup and sandwich sales once a week. We host bingos, darts and more. Our facility can be rented for family get-togethers, meetings, classes, cribbage, and more. A Commissioner of Oaths operates out of the centre, and we offer photocopying and fax services. Purchase a Good Food Box, filled with an assortment of fresh fruit and vegetables, for $15. Check out the Granum and District Newsletter for upcoming events, and for more information.
Contact us at 403-687-3840 or stop in at 306 Railway Avenue.  

Drop-In Centre Food Bank is a certified food bank that operates with the support of local churches and food banks in Claresholm, Fort Macleod, Lethbridge and Calgary. We welcome community donations of cash, non-perishable food items (such as peanut butter and canned meats), as well as garden produce. For more information contact the Drop-In Centre at 403-687-3840.

Granum Library is located at 310 Railway Avenue. It is a member of the Chinook Arch Regional Member Libraries.  The hours of operation Tuesday and Wednesdays from 10:00am to 4:00pm, Thursdays 2:00pm to 5:00pm and Fridays 11:00am to 4:00pm. www.granumlibrary.ca  Email:  help@granumlibrary.ca Phone:  403-687-3912. 

Friends of the Granum Library Society is the fundraising arm of the Granum Library. This is a vibrant group of volunteers and examples of their successes include hosting a Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre, running the Canada Day concession at the Homesteader, participating in the town’s annual Garage Sale Day, and organizing some activities for Christmas in Granum. New members are always welcome! For more information about the Society, contact the Librarian who will be happy to connect you with the “Friends”.  

Granum Golf and Country Club is a 9-hole golf course located just west of Granview Recreation Park.  The grounds include a driving range. The Club House is licensed and is available to rent for special occasions. Golfers may use the Honour Box located at the back door during hours the Club House in not open. There are two leagues played on the course throughout the season: Tuesdays are men’s nights and Wednesdays are for the ladies. 

Membership rates: 

• Chartered $130
• Family $320
• Couple $310
• Single $200
• Youth ages 11 to 17 $80
• Senior Couple 65+ $305
• Senior Single $185

  Sponsorship Rates
  

  
  CORPORATE Membership – $400.00
  Included is 2 members and 10 guest round passes.

  SPONSORED Membership – $550.00
  Included is 2 members, 20 guest round passes, and signage on a hole.

  SPONSORED Signage Only – $200.00
  Includes a sign on a hole.

  Green Fees

  ADULT
  All Day Pass – $30.00
  18 Holes – $22.00
  9 Holes – $15.00

  YOUTH:   (Ages 11 – 17)
  All Day Pass – $10.00
  18 Holes – $8.00
  9 Holes – $5.00
  KIDS: (Ages 10 & under) FREE

  Kids must be accompanied by an adult

  Driving Range Prices

  Buckets of Balls
  Buckets are $5.00 each

  A Club House membership is $80 for a couple and $50 for Singles. Contact the Office for the Green Fees.  Tournaments are scheduled early in the season, call for more information. The organization is run by a Board made up from members of the community. 403-687-3626, Box 411, Granum, AB, T0L 1A0   www.visitgranum.com/golf

Granview Recreational Park is a community park and campground featuring a pond located at its centre. Each spring the pond is stocked with trout and anglers’ fish on the south end in the summertime. The north side of the pond is for swimming or sunbathing on the beach. A walking path circles the perimeter of the pond for a stroll. Nearby is a small play area for the little ones. You’ll find a frisbee golf course throughout the park and adjacent school grounds, as well as horseshoe pits and a volleyball area.

Near the ball diamonds on the east end of the park is the Homesteader building, containing an amphitheatre and kitchen. The facility is for rent, and includes four fridges, two stoves and a small chest freezer. The camp kitchen at the south end of the park is also available for rent.

Granview Recreational Park is operated by the Granum Park Society. Contact the office May 1 to October 1 at 403-687-3830, otherwise email camp@visitgranum.com
www.visitgranum.com/camp

Granum & District Canada Day Society hosts Granum and area’s annual Canada Day event complete with a parade, carriage rides and entertainment for all ages through the day. The evening ends with the best fireworks in our corner of Alberta. We are always looking for great ideas and enthusiastic volunteers!
Box 381, Granum, AB, T0L 1A0
canadaday@granum.community

Willow Creek Gospel Music Jamboree takes place every year on the last weekend in July.  It is the committee’s goal to present the very best in gospel music that is uplifting, inspirational and fun. There is no gate price for this event, relying only on goodwill offerings. You will know when the Jamboree is in town because you will see a huge tent in the park to keep people protected from the wind and sunshine. The Jamboree has featured the Hunter Brothers and High Valley, two groups who have had careers in the Nashville country scene. The committee also holds a fundraising supper in mid March.    www.gospelmusicjamboree.com

Granum & District Newsletter has been published in our community for decades. Its purpose is to keep the community informed. Many people in our community are not connected to the internet and depend upon the newsletter for community information. The deadline for submissions is the 20^th of each month. The paper depends on advertising and support from organizations in the community. 
thegranumnewsletter@gmail.com

Wellness and Health Walk at the Granum United Church Hall Monday’s, Wednesday’s and Friday’s from 9:30am to 11:30am.  Also available are exercise bikes and other equipment.  Music and Socializing.  For more information please call 403-687-2186 or 403-687-2146.  If no answer, please leave a message.