City of Waterloo Happenings - Summer 2014

HAPPENINGS

Discover what’s happening in your community

SUMMER 2014 COVER PHOTOGRAPH: Learning new skills and meeting new friends at skateboard camp! See our Camps pages inside for more about all of our summer day camps.

For more information, visit waterloo.ca/camp

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HOW TO REGISTER

Registering for City of Waterloo programs is easy 1. Internet registration

Available 24/7 at expressreg.waterloo.ca Have your family pin (PIN) and client number (for each family member) ready. If you do not have a PIN or client number, visit expressreg.waterloo.ca or call the Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex (WMRC) at 519-886-1177 to set up your account prior to registration • Visit expressreg.waterloo.ca, click the activities tab and follow the prompts • Payments can only be made by credit card. The City of Waterloo accepts Visa, MasterCard and American Express •

2. In person registration

During regular facility hours (8 a.m. - 8 p.m.)

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Visit the WMRC or RIM Park (daily 8:30 a.m. - 8 p.m.)

Visit the Adult Recreation Centre, Wing 404 RCAFA Adult Centre or the Albert McCormick Community Centre (Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.)

Fee assistance leisure access program Fee assistance is available to low income Waterloo residents participating in City of Waterloo and affiliated minor sports and arts programs. To apply, you must complete an application form and submit it prior to registration.

Forms are available at all City of Waterloo recreation facilities and online at waterloo.ca/feeassistance. For more information, contact the fee assistance administrator at 519-747-8512.

Accessibility The City of Waterloo is committed to providing accessible formats and communication supports for persons with disabilities. If another format would work better for you, please contact us at 519-747-8738, communications@waterloo.ca or at TTY: 1-866-786-3941.

Questions about registration?

Find out more by visiting expressreg.waterloo.ca or by calling us at 519-886-1177 to speak with a customer service representative.

FACILITY CONTACT INFORMATION Community Services, City Hall 519-747-8733 Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex (WMRC) Program registration and information including swim lessons and indoor track 519-886-1177 Waterloo Swimplex admissions desk 519-886-3844 Moses Springer Community Centre & Outdoor Pool 519-885-4530 Albert McCormick Community Centre 519-885-1700 Manulife Financial Soccer & Sports Centre (Bechtel Park) 519-576-2420 RIM Park Manulife Financial Sportsplex & Healthy Living Centre 519-884-5363 Wing 404 RCAFA Rotary Adult Centre 519-888-6356 Adult Recreation Centre 519-579-1020 Facility rentals 519-886-1177 x235 Program cancellations online: waterloo.ca/cancellations

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We offer March Break camps, weekend programs, in-school workshops, and summer camps.

Contact us for more information.

519-888-4856 or 1-877-ESQ-KIDS (377-5437) esqinfo@uwaterloo.ca

A partnership between the Faculty of Engineering and the Faculty of Science. Engineering Science Quest is a proud member of Actua.

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FITPASS waterloo.ca/fitpass

MAKE FITNESS A LITTLE EASIER PURCHASE YOUR CITY OF WATERLOO FITPASS TODAY!

Pre-purchase admission to our drop-in swim, skate, track and sport programs.

Purchase 10, 25 or 50 visits – the more you buy, the more you save. Share with a friend or give as a gift.

Available at WMRC, RIM Park and AMCC. *FitPasses expire 2 years from the date of purchase

WATERLOO MINOR HOCKEY ASSOCIATION

2014/2015 REGISTRATION

REGISTRATION: JUNE 9th - AUGUST 15th, 2014 RIM Park Suite 106 Hockey Office - Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays Cheque, cash and debit accepted in the office. Credit cards are accepted with online registration.

All players wishing to play on Rep teams (AAA, Seeded, & MD) must be registered by July 16th. Players not registered by this date may be charged additional fees and/or will not be allowed on the ice for tryouts. Zone players must register in their home association and obtain an OMHA Player Passport (Seeded League) prior to the first tryout. House League (Rec. League) players must be registered by August 15th after which fees will increase and players will be placed on a waiting list.

WMHA Wolves AAA tryouts begin in April, and Seeded (AA, A), MD & Select tryouts in late August. Rec. League player evaluations begin mid September. Schedules will be available on our website or can be picked up at the WMHA office.

Refunds will be subject to an administration fee. Fee assistance is available for residents of Waterloo. Players wishing to be goaltenders may borrow goalie equipment free of charge. Please call our office at 519-725-1434 for information.

Waterloo Minor Hockey Association

RIM Park, Suite 106 2001 University Avenue Waterloo, Ontario N2K 4K4 519-725-1434 wmha@golden.net www.waterloominorhockey.com

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2014 PRE-SEASON

CLINICS August 18 - 22 & August 25 - 29, 2014 ALL PROGRAMS HELD AT RIM PARK POWER 1 (AGE: 5 - 7)

166128 Week 1

5:30 - 6:20 p.m. $79.50

(NEW)

166130 Week 2

5:30 - 6:20 p.m. $79.50

(NEW)

166129 2 Weeks

6 - 6:50 p.m.

$159.00

POWER 2 (AGE: 8 - 9)

166131 2 Weeks

6:30 - 7:20 p.m. $186.00

Dryland 7:45 - 8:15 p.m. M/T/TH 166132 2 Weeks

7 - 7:50 p.m.

$159.00

POWER 3 (AGE: 10 - 11)

166133 2 Weeks

7:30 - 8:20 p.m. $186.00

Dryland 6:45 - 7:15 p.m. M/T/TH

POWER 4 (AGE: 12 - 14)

166178 2 Weeks

8 - 8:50 p.m.

$186.00

Dryland 7:15 - 7:45 p.m. M/T/TH

CITY OF WATERLOO AND TWIN CITY HOCKEY SKATING SCHOOL - PARTNERS IN POWER SKATING SINCE 1999 FOR MORE INFORMATION: PHONE: 519-884-5363 ext. 229 EMAIL: powerskating@waterloo.ca

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FESTIVALS & EVENTS Open Streets June 15 | July 19 | August 17 | September 14 openstreetsutw.ca

Sun Life Financial Waterloo Busker Carnival August 21 - 24 - King Street in UpTown Waterloo waterloo-buskers.com

Solstice Sampling June 21 - Waterloo Public Square waterloo.ca/publicsquare

Royal Medieval Faire September 20 - Waterloo Park West royalmedievalfaire.org

Summer Lights Festival June 21 - UpTown Waterloo summerlightsfestival.com

DROP-IN PROGRAMS

Movies & Music in the Park Select Thursdays in July & August Waterloo Park West parkmovies.ca

Waterloo Public Square offers free drop-in programs for all ages including:

Independent local music Summer concert series, indie hour concerts and much more

Kultrun: Indigenous World Music Festival July 11-12 - Waterloo Public Square nerudaarts.ca

World rhythms African drum circles, Bollywood and salsa dancing The world is the limit!

Sun Life Financial Uptown Waterloo Jazz Festival July 18 - 20 Waterloo Public Square & City Centre Lot uptownwaterloojazz.ca

Fresh living UpTown Market on Thursdays with events and education for your healthy lifestyle

Afro Fest July 26 - Waterloo Park West afrowomen.org Waterloo Sport Car and Bike Show August 3 - Waterloo Public Square exhaleentertainment.ca

Fitness and fun Hula hoops, yoga, drum fit, tai chi, walking groups and much more to keep you moving Terrace programs Poetry slam, book cycle, WPL story time, guitar socials, chess, board games and lots of relaxation with friends

Something DIFFERENT every week!

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SUMMER 2014 SKATING SCHEDULE

All summer skating programs are held at RIM Park

PUBLIC SKATING - Starts June 7, ends August 31 Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

1 - 2:50 p.m.

1 - 2:50 p.m.

Saturday

Sunday

PARENT & CHILD SKATE - Starts June 3, ends August 27 Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

9:30 - 10:50 a.m.

Thursday

Friday

9:30 - 10:50 a.m.

PARENT & CHILD SHINNY (12Y & UNDER) - Starts June 2, ends August 22 Monday

Tuesday

9:30 - 10:50 a.m.

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

9:30 - 10:50 a.m.

Saturday

Sunday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

2 - 2:50 p.m.

3 - 3:50 p.m.

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Saturday

Sunday

9:30 - 10:50 a.m.

SHINNY (13 Y - 15Y) - Starts July 2, ends August 30 Monday

Tuesday

2 - 2:50 p.m.

Wednesday

Thursday

2 - 2:50 p.m.

SHINNY (16Y - 18Y) - Starts July 2, ends August 22 Monday

Tuesday

3 - 3:50 p.m.

Wednesday

Thursday

3 - 3:50 p.m.

3 - 3:50 p.m.

SHINNY (18Y+) - Starts June 2, ends August 22 Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

11:30 a.m. 12:50 p.m.

11:30 a.m. 12:50 p.m.

11:30 a.m. 12:50 p.m.

11:30 a.m. 12:50 p.m.

11:30 a.m. 12:50 p.m.

NEW FOR SUMMER 2014 - Online reservation is now available for youth and adult shinny programs at expressreg.waterloo.ca. See the next page for more information.

FACILITY LOCATION & CONTACT INFORMATION

Notices will be posted online and at facilities to advise of program changes and cancellations. Please check the cancellations page at waterloo.ca/cancellations or contact the facility directly at the number listed below before you come out to skate.

RIM Park Manulife Financial Sportsplex & Healthy Living Centre (RIM Park) 2001 University Avenue P: 519-884-5363 Cancellations: ext. 504 TTY: 1-866-786-3941

FITPASS PRICES

Great savings on a 10 visit FitPass!

ADULT (18Y+) ADULT - SHINNY CHILD/YOUTH (3Y - 17Y) FAMILY GOALIES LIFESTYLE 55+ SHINNY LIFESTYLE 55+ SKATE PARENT & CHILD SHINNY OR SKATE (12Y + UNDER)

$41.00 $57.40 $34.85 $98.40 FREE $36.00 $34.85 $57.40

CANCELLATIONS PAGE Please check the cancellations page at waterloo.ca/cancellations before you come out to skate.

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SKATING DETAILS Adult Skate (18Y+) Unsupervised

Adult 18 years of age and older can join the fun. No sticks or pucks permitted.

Adult: $5.00 Lifestyle 55+: $4.25

Parent & Child Skate For parents and children (12Y and under) wishing to skate together. No sticks or pucks permitted. A skating adult must be present.

Unsupervised One adult + up to 3 children: $7.00

Parent & Child Shinny Unsupervised

For parents and children (12Y and under) wishing to play shinny together. Sticks and pucks permitted. Nets will be available for use. A skating adult must be present.

Maximum of 35 skaters.

One adult + up to 3 children: $7.00

Public Skate (all ages) Supervised

Skating aids permitted at the discretion of facility staff (based on the number of participants). No strollers permitted on ice. All children 7Y and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Adult: $5.00 Children/youth/55+: $4.25 Family (max 2 adults + 2 children): $12.00 Additional child: $2.00

Shinny (13Y - 15Y)* Supervised

Shinny hockey for 13 - 15Y. Full CSA-approved hockey equipment strongly recommended for all on-ice participants. Maximum of 22 skaters and 3 goalies.

Per person: $7.00 Goalies: Free

Shinny (16Y - 18Y)* Supervised

Shinny hockey offered for ages 16 - 18Y. Full CSA-approved hockey equipment strongly recommended for all on-ice participants. Maximum of 22 skaters and 3 goalies.

Per person: $7.00 Goalies: Free

Shinny (18Y+)* Unsupervised

Shinny hockey offered for adults 18 Y+. Full CSA-approved hockey equipment strongly recommended for all on-ice participants. Maximum of 22 skaters and 3 goalies.

Adult: $7.00 Lifestyle 55+: $4.50 Goalies: Free

*Not for team practices. To book team practices, call 519-886-1177 ext. 246.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION Safety

The use of CSA-approved safety equipment (including head, eyes and facial protection) is strongly recommended for all on-ice participants during all skating programs.

Private skating party rentals

Arena holiday closures

All arenas are closed on statutory holidays unless otherwise posted. Notices are posted online and at facilities two weeks in advance.

Wheelchair skates

For availability and pricing, visit waterloo.ca/rentals or call 519-886-1177 ext. 246.

Four sets of wheelchair skates (skis that attach to a wheelchair) are available for use at RIM Park.

Reservations recommended.

Online shinny reservations

Fall skate schedule

Reserve your youth and adult shinny spot online at a discounted rate of $5.74 (compared to $7.00)! Not available for goalies. Use your City of Waterloo family account. More information available at expressreg.waterloo.ca

Will be distributed in the fall Program & Activities Guide available on August 21, 2014.

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ACTIVE LIVING PROGRAMS

Promote a healthy and active lifestyle for you and your family!

Registration begins:

Wednesday, June 4, 2014 Get fit and have fun this summer with the City of Waterloo! Participate in one of our many active living programs for individuals and families including karate, yoga and Zumba速.

ADULT & FAMILY PROGRAMS Adult Karate

Age: 15Y+

This traditional Japanese martial art focuses on blocks, strikes, and body movement. Karate training teaches the fundamentals of self-defence while providing students with a strong cardiovascular workout.

Give yourself a sense of control and empowerment over your everyday life. Karate is an excellent system for all ages and fitness levels to learn self-defence, meet new people and stay in shape!

Code Start Date Time Location Fee Notes #166735 Thu Jul 3 7:30 - 8:30 p.m.

AMCC $88.48 9 weeks

Family Yoga

Age: 9Y+

This yoga class gives you the opportunity to have fun doing a program with your 9Y+. Learn yoga postures, breathing and other techniques. Promote a lifestyle of health for your family. Bring your own mat. Both parent and child must register for this course.

Code Start Date Time Location Fee Notes #166728 Wed Jul 2 6 - 6:45 p.m.

WMRC $78.31 9 weeks

Family Zumba速

Age: 6Y+

Spend quality time together while improving your cardio and coordination in our new family Zumba速 class. This high energy workout is packed with kid-friendly routines and music the whole family will love.

Each class offers a great workout where you can forget about perfecting the steps and just have fun moving to the beat.

Code Start Date Time Location Fee Notes #166740 Mon Jun 30 6 - 6:45 p.m.

WMRC $69.61 8 weeks, no class Aug 4

Mom & Baby Stretch-Fit

Age: 18Y+ with Baby

Spend time bonding with your baby (6W - 12M) during your workout. Holding your baby (in arms or carrier) during most exercises, you will learn how to properly support both your body weight and theirs. Napping babies are substituted by a 10-15lb dumbbell (provided).

Exercises focus on corrective posture and improved strength to get you back to your pre-baby body.

Code Start Date Time Location Fee Notes #166736 Thu Jul 10 9:45 - 10:30 a.m.

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KIDS’ PROGRAMS Age: 4Y - 6Y

Kid Karate

A black belt instructor will teach basic stances, blocks, strikes, and kicks. This program teaches self-defence and builds confidence.

Code Start Date Time Location Fee Notes #166729 Mon Jun 30 5:30 - 6 p.m.

AMCC $53.60 8 weeks, no class Aug 4 #166730 Thu Jul 3 6 - 6:30 p.m.

AMCC $60.30 9 weeks

Age: 7Y - 12Y

Kid Karate Code #166731 #166732

Start Date Mon Jun 30 Thu Jul 3

Time 6:15 - 7 p.m.

6:30 - 7:15 p.m.

Kid Skateboard - Beginner

Location AMCC AMCC

Fee $61.60 $69.30

Notes 8 weeks, no class Aug 4 9 weeks

Age: 7Y - 12Y

During this 2 week program, beginners will learn the fundamentals of skateboarding including balance, pushing off, proper stance, turning, skateboard etiquette and proper falling techniques. You must provide your own skateboard, helmet, protective gear and water for the lessons.

Code Start Date Time Location Fee Notes #166741 Sun Jul 31 9 - 10:30 a.m.

Skatepark $25.00 2 weeks #166742 Sun Aug 10 9 - 10:30 a.m.

Skatepark $25.00 2 weeks

Age: 12M - 23M

Monkeynastix

A qualified instructor will have your children active for this 30 minute non-competitive fitness program. Lessons include a warm up to music, stretch, eye/hand/foot activities, fine and gross motor skills, movement to music and working with specialized equipment. Designed by specialists, endorsed by therapists and teachers, and loved by kids! Registration includes a t-shirt and participation awards.

Code Start Date Time Location Fee Notes #166679 Sun Jun 29 9 - 9:30 a.m.

WMRC $111.11 8 weeks, no class Aug 3 or Aug 24 #166678 Mon Jun 30 6:10 - 6:40 p.m.

WMRC $111.11 8 weeks, no class Aug 4

Age: 24M - 35M Code #166681

Start Date Sun Jun 29

Time 10:20 - 10:50 a.m.

Location WMRC

Fee $111.11

#166680

Mon Jun 30

6:50 - 7:20 p.m.

WMRC

$111.11

Notes 8 weeks, no class Aug 3 or Aug 24 8 weeks, no class Aug 4

Age: 3Y - 5Y Code #166683

Start Date Sun Jun 29

Time 9:40 - 10:10 a.m.

Location WMRC

Fee $111.11

#166682

Mon Jun 30

5:30 - 6 p.m.

WMRC

$111.11

Notes 8 weeks, no class Aug 3 or Aug 24 8 weeks, no class Aug 4

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OMAS SISKONA of Kitchener-Waterloo presents

CREATING FUTURES

Threads of Hope for African Grandmothers

A TEXTILE ART EXHIBIT & AUCTION

MAY 21 – SEPTEMBER 26, 2014 The Artist’s Gift... when artistry is combined with generosity for a humanitarian cause, artists can create change in the world.

CITY OF WATERLOO MUSEUM IN CONESTOGA MALL TUESDAY TO FRIDAY: 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Additional hours in July & August | SATURDAY: 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. | SUNDAY: 12 to 5 p.m.

Free Admission | P. 519.885.8828 | W. waterloo.ca/museum

TO LEARN MORE: omas-siskonakw.org/textile-art-project-2014

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CITY OF WATERLOO SUMMER DAY CAMPS GENERAL CAMP INFORMATION CAMP REGISTRATION NOW OPEN! Register early to avoid disappointment!

The following applies to all City of Waterloo camps: Camp participants must be the minimum age

by August 31, 2014.

Staff to child ratio for all camps is 1:10.

All camp staff are police screened and certified in standard first aid.

Camps run from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Early care (8 - 9 a.m.) and late care (4 - 5 p.m.) are free time for your kids.

Camp lunches are offered at some camp locations. More information can be found at waterloo.ca/camp If you would like to withdraw your child from camp programs, it must be done a minimum of 1 week prior to start date of the camp for a full refund.

If registering online for camps, please download the camp information package for vital participant information, found at waterloo.ca/camp

Participant information forms must be submitted online before camp starts. Forms are available at waterloo.ca/camp Fee assistance is available for Waterloo residents: waterloo.ca/feeassistance If your child has a disability and requires accommodation to participate, assistance may be available. You must submit a request forms for summer support. To make a request, please contact inclusion services staff at 519-741-2200 x7229 or TTY: 1-866-9699994 RETURNING THIS YEAR! Camp t-shirts can be purchased for $10.00 and will be handed out on trip days. T-shirts can be purchased when you register for camps online or with our customer service team In order to support the success and safety of all City of Waterloo camp participants, it is important camp participants are program ready. Those who are not ready may be withdrawn from the program.

For more information on our summer camps and complete descriptions, visit waterloo.ca/camp

Get your CAMP SHIRT! See parent package for more information.

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CITY OF WATERLOO SUMMER DAY CAMPS WMRC CAMP

AGE: 7Y - 12Y

Have a blast on weekly trips, playing games, swimming, creating crafts, making new friends and more!

Most program weeks (5 days) meet the criteria for the children’s fitness tax credit. On trip days the bus leaves at 8:30 a.m. and returns at 4:45 p.m. Note: weekly trips are not yet confirmed at time of printing.

Location: Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex - 101 Father David Bauer Dr. Code #162378 #162379 #162380 #162381 #162382 #162383 #162384 #162385

Week 1 2 3 4 6 7 8 9

Start Date Mon Jun 30 No camp Tue Jul 1 Mon Jul 7 Mon Jul 14 Mon Jul 21 Tue Aug 5 Mon Aug 11 Mon Aug 18 Mon Aug 25

VARIETY CAMPS

Time 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Fee $143.20

Camp African Lion Safari

8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

$179.00 $179.00 $179.00 $189.00 $179.00 $179.00 $179.00

Confederation Park Emerald Lake Toronto Blue Jays game Wonderland (child to staff 1:5) Playdium Ripleys Aquarium of Canada Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum

AGE: 7Y - 12Y/8Y - 12Y

Participate in a new activity every week with special guests in our variety camps which include outdoor adventure, skateboarding, drama, sport nut, girls week, arts & crafts and busker mania!

Staff will also plan games, crafts and fun adventures which may include swimming and park visits.

Check each week carefully to see which camp you are registering for. Visit waterloo.ca/camp for camp descriptions.

Location: RIM Park - 2001 University Avenue East Code #162529 #162480 #162528 #162429 #162481 #162428 #162478 #162482

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Week Start Date Time 1 Mon Jun 30 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

No camp Tue Jul 1 2 Mon Jul 7 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Camp held at WMRC 3 Mon July 14 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

4 Mon Jul 21 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

5 Mon Jul 28 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Camp held at WMRC 6 Tue Aug 5 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

7 Mon Aug 11 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

8 Mon Aug 18 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

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Fee $143.20

Age 7Y - 12Y

Camp Outdoor Adventure Camp

$179.00

8Y - 12Y

Skateboarding Camp

$179.00 $179.00 $179.00

7Y - 12Y 7Y - 12Y 8Y - 12Y

Drama Camp Sport Nut Camp Skateboarding Camp

$143.20 $179.00 $179.00

8Y - 12Y 7Y - 12Y 7Y - 12Y

Girls Week Camp Arts & Crafts Camp Busker Mania Camp

CITY OF WATERLOO SUMMER DAY CAMPS SUMMER FUN CENTRES

AGE: 4Y - 8Y FULL DAY: $137.00 HALF DAY: $74.00 (WEEK OF JUN 30/AUG 5 - FULL DAY: $109.60 HALF DAY: $59.20) Summer Fun Centres are for kids ages 4Y - 8Y who are ready to have oodles of fun this summer.

Campers will get down and dirty each week with lots of activities, crafts and outdoor play. Your child will make new friends, hear from special guests, participate in water day and get a chance to just be a kid every single day! All activities are organized by responsible leaders who are certified in standard first aid and have submitted a successful vulnerable sector police reference check. Note: this program (5 days) meets the criteria for the children’s fitness tax credit. The 4-day program (weeks of Jun 30 and Aug 5) does not meet the criteria.

Albert McCormick Community Centre 500 Parkside Drive Summer Fun Centre Information

RIM Park 2001 University Avenue East Summer Fun Centre Information

#162578 #162586 #162594

#162602 #162610 #162618

Mon Jun 30 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Mon Jun 30 8 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Mon Jun 30 12:45 - 5 p.m.

No program Jul 1 #162579 Mon Jul 7 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. #162587 Mon Jul 7 8 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. #162595 Mon Jul 7 12:45 - 5 p.m. #162580 Mon Jul 14 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. #162588 Mon Jul 14 8 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. #162596 Mon Jul 14 12:45 - 5 p.m. #162581 Mon Jul 21 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. #162589 Mon Jul 21 8 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. #162597 Mon Jul 21 12:45 - 5 p.m. #162582 Tue Aug 5 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. #162590 Tue Aug 5 8 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. #162598 Tue Aug 5 12:45 - 5 p.m. #162583 Mon Aug 11 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. #162591 Mon Aug 11 8 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. #162599 Mon Aug 11 12:45 - 5 p.m. #162584 Mon Aug 18 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. #162592 Mon Aug 18 8 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. #162600 Mon Aug 18 12:45 - 5 p.m. #162585 Mon Aug 25 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. #162593 Mon Aug 25 8 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. #162601 Mon Aug 25 12:45 - 5 p.m.

Registration now open!

Register early to avoid disappointment!

#162603 #162611 #162619 #162604 #162612 #162620 #162605 #162613 #162621 #162606 #162614 #162622 #162607 #162615 #162623 #162608 #162616 #162624 #162609 #162617 #162625

Mon Jun 30 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Mon Jun 30 8 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Mon Jun 30 12:45 - 5 p.m.

No program Jul 1 Mon Jul 7 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Mon Jul 7 8 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Mon Jul 7 12:45 - 5 p.m.

Mon Jul 14 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Mon Jul 14 8 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Mon Jul 14 12:45 - 5 p.m.

Mon Jul 21 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Mon Jul 21 8 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Mon Jul 21 12:45 - 5 p.m.

Mon Jul 28 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Mon Jul 28 8 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Mon Jul 28 12:45 - 5 p.m.

Mon Aug 11 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Mon Aug 11 8 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Mon Aug 11 12:45 - 5 p.m.

Mon Aug 18 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Mon Aug 18 8 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Mon Aug 18 12:45 - 5 p.m.

Mon Aug 25 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Mon Aug 25 8 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Mon Aug 25 12:45 - 5 p.m.

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CITY OF WATERLOO SUMMER DAY CAMPS YOUTH LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM

June 30 - July 4, 2014 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

No program July 1 AGE: 13Y - 16Y $195.00 (+ police check) 100% attendance required Location: Albert McCormick Community Centre Code: #162483 Each participant must complete a vulnerable sector criminal reference check prior to placement. Download information and the required police check forms package at waterloo.ca/camp. Please allow 6 weeks for the reference process.

Level 1 & 2: Training dates are mandatory. Participants must attend all sessions the whole week. Please bring your lunch and your enthusiasm but leave your iPods at home!

Level 2: Participants complete the same training as Level 1 however, they will expand on key learning components to gain further knowledge and experience.

Level 2 participants will be required to lead and assist with activities and games while in training and placement.

Placements Each participant is required to complete a two-week placement at one of the City Waterloo summer programs. Participant must complete and return the placement selection sheet in their information package and hand in police check by June 11. Placements will be based on program demands. Volunteers may not receive their first or second choice, and must be flexible.

Placement opportunities include: All day camps and fun centre sites. See program ads on previous pages for details and dates.

For more information, please email: dawn.tozer@waterloo.ca

What you’ll gain from the youth leadership development program Want to volunteer at camp this summer? The YLDP is a mandatory program for all NEW camp volunteers!

This program is designed to teach participants leadership skills and the skills required to be a future camp counsellor. Topics covered include communication, teamwork, program planning, child development, resume writing and more. Topics will be taught in a hands-on environment, allowing participants to put their new skills into action during a camp placement.

Each participant will receive leadership training complete with a manual for reference, a two-week camp placement, a chance to see the camps in action before placement, a t-shirt and an appreciation party.

Learn how to:

Lead games, songs and crafts Work with children of all abilities Build your resume and interview skills Program and lead activities and games during training and placement

Benefits:

Receive credit for high school community service hours (if participant is enrolled in high school) Develop leadership skills Explore different employment opportunities 2 week hands-on experience placement

End of camp party:

Wednesday, August 28, 2014 6 - 8 p.m.

Registration now open!

Register early to avoid disappointment!

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G mnastics SERVICE CENTRE Summer Camp OPEN HOUSE CITY OF WATERLOO

Weekly Full Day & Half Day Programs 

FREE Early Drop-off at 8:00 am

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FREE Late Pick-up (Up to 5 pm)

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FREE Pizza Lunch Day (Friday – full day campers only)

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EXCITING & FUN Activities – Arts & Crafts, Games

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Gymnastics, Gymnastics, Gymnastics!!!

Real Gymnastics. Real Sport. Real Fun.

To register phone 519-743-4970 Online registration kwgymnastics.ca 805 Victoria St. S, Kitchener, ON N2M 5N9

Your Community Gymnastics Leader since 1965

CHARITY BBQ FREE POPCORN BALLOONS FACE PAINTING REFRESHMENTS FARM ANIMALS

SATURDAY 10 AM JUNE 14 3 PM

City of Waterloo, Service Centre 265 Lexington Court, Waterloo For more information call: 519.886.2310

WWW.WATERLOO.CA/

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DANCE CRAZE

Introduce your child to dance in a fun and creative atmosphere!

Registration begins:

Wednesday, June 4, 2014 Join our recreational, co-ed dance classes for children. Classes are 8 or 9 weeks long and held at the Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex (WMRC). All classes will host an open house for friends and family to attend at the end of the program.

Fee assistance is available to Waterloo residents.

Applications are available online and must be submitted prior to registration for approval.

Ya-Ba-Da-Ba-Dance

Age: 2Y - 4Y

A fun approach to movement in which both child and parent participate. Explore movement through music, poems, stories and action songs. A great way for tots and parents to spend time together. This program meets the criteria for the children’s fitness tax credit.

Code Start Date Time Fee Notes #166779 Thu Jul 3 5:15 - 5:45 p.m. $57.60 9 weeks #166778 Tue Jul 8 6:05 - 6:35 p.m. $51.20 8 weeks

Creative Movement

Age: 3Y - 4Y

Explore movement, develop a sense of rhythm and enhance coordination in this fun approach to music. Children will learn short dances to be performed for friends and family during the last class. This program meets the criteria for the children’s fitness tax credit.

Code Start Date Time Fee Notes #166781 Wed Jul 2 5:15 - 5:45 p.m. $57.60 9 weeks #166782 Thu Jul 3 5:50 - 6:20 p.m. $57.60 9 weeks #166780 Tue Jul 8 5:50 - 6 p.m. $51.20 8 weeks

Ballet Steps

Age: 4Y - 6Y

A fun introduction to basic ballet technique. Each class will include a creative element and participants will work in small groups towards the creation of their own dance. This program meets the criteria for the children’s fitness tax credit.

Code Start Date Time Fee Notes #166784 Thu Jul 3 6:25 - 7:10 p.m. $63.00 9 weeks #166783 Tue Jul 8 6:40 - 7:20 p.m. $56.00 8 weeks 18

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Combo Craze

Age: 5Y - 7Y

Ballet, jazz and creative movement all in one. Learn a dance to perform for family and friends on the last day. Create your own dances in small groups. This program meets the criteria for the children’s fitness tax credit.

Code Start Date Time Fee Notes #166786 Wed Jul 2 5:50 - 6:35 p.m. $63.00 9 weeks

Energy Funk

Age: 7Y - 12Y

Have a blast, meet new friends and learn a variety of dance steps. Every week participants will explore a new form of dance including jazz, ballet, lyrical and musical theatre.

Code #166785

Start Date Wed Jul 2

Time 6:45 - 7:40 p.m.

Fee $78.30

Notes 9 weeks

Register today - spots fill up quickly See page 3 for registration information.

For program information call 519-886-1177 or TTY: 1-866-786-3941

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SUMMER DROP-IN PROGRAMS

AT RIM PARK Schedule effective July 2 – August 29, 2014

Adult basketball (18+ years)

$7.50 per session Bring your own basketball and proper athletic footwear.

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 12 - 1:20 p.m.

Youth basketball (14 - 17 years)

$6.75 per session Bring your own basketball and proper athletic footwear.

Monday 1:30 - 2:50 p.m.

Wednesday Friday 1:30 - 2:50 p.m.

1:30 - 2:50 p.m.

Adult pickleball & badminton (18+ years) Price TBD Pickleball equipment is available for new participants. Badminton participants please bring your own racquets; birdies available for play.

Monday 10 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Wednesday Friday 10 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. 10 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Adult soccer (18+ years)

$7.50 per session Bring your own ball and suitable athletic footwear (no metal cleats).

Monday Wednesday Friday 12 - 1:20 p.m.

12 - 1:20 p.m.

12 - 1:20 p.m.

Family basketball, adult late night basketball and late night badminton will resume in September.

Programs subject to change. For cancellation updates visit waterloo.ca/cancellations

All programs are

FITPASS compatible

R FIT!

FIND YOU

FITPASS waterloo.ca

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MARK WHALEY

CARO L M O O G K -S O U L I S W I L L I A M D A I L E Y

DOUGLAS LETSON

R A N DY WA R R E N

BILL WEILER

GEORGE MASURKEVITCH

MARG ROWELL

ALAN CHALMERS

E L E A N O R S C U L LY

ELLIS LITTLE

CLIFF CAMPBELL

DONALD COWAN

ANNE MORGAN

BETSY ABBOTT

D A 2014 W N ANOMINATION S A B A CALL

NARINE SOOKRAM

TERRY DORSCHT

T I M J A CJUNE K S 30 ON

MARK KNIGHT

LORI STROTHARD

BRIAN NORRIS

ELENI STOPP

DAVID GRAHAM

E D W I N O U T WAT E R

Waterloo Award

TRACEY JOHNSTON ALDWORTH T E R R Y H A L L M A N CELEBRATING

J O H N LY N C H ANGELA VIETH LAURIE STROME

ALAN MORGAN

WHO M UPEOPLE R R A Y HAASE ENHANCE OUR

C A R O LY N F E D Y

C I N D Y WNOMINATE AT K I N

COMMUNITY TOM JEARY

DENNIS HARTLEIB

B R E N T MWATERLOOAWARD CFARLANE

MICHAEL ROWE

CHARLES FOY

ELAINE ORMSTON

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Spare our

air.

Please stop unnecessary idling.

Waterloo has an anti-idling bylaw stating you cannot idle your car for more than three minutes.

The fine for idling your car in Waterloo for more than three minutes is $75.

PHOTOGRAPHY CHALLENGE We want your pictures! Snap your favourite seasonal leisure activities and active lifestyles to be used in upcoming publications.

Photos must be taken within Waterloo and must not promote the advertising of any particular organization.

You must have permission to send the photo, and include your name, number, address, location, and names of models. Full details available at waterloo.ca/advertise

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WE WANT YOU!

Are you 14-18 years old?

Plan now to be a part of the Youth Recreation Council team in 2014/15!

GAIN valuable leadership experience MEET new people MAKE a difference in your community PLAN events WORK as a team PARTICIPATE in active leadership workshops HAVE fun

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JOIN committees including arts & culture, community issues, environment and sports & recreation Youth Recreation Council experience qualifies for high school community service hours Join with a friend or come make some new ones!

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MARK THIS DATE ON YOUR CALENDAR NOW: Information night Tuesday, September 23, 2014, 7 - 8:30 p.m.

Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex

E. youthcouncil@waterloo.ca W. waterloo.ca/youth

Waterloo’s natural areas Do you live near a natural area?

Help us protect the natural areas in our city!

Respect property boundaries

Respect our wildlife

Encroachment is unauthorized use of public land as an extension of one’s own property.

From mammals and birds, to reptiles, amphibians, and insects, wildlife foster a healthy forest and share it with residents living nearby.

Background photograph © Derek Kirkland. Garter snake image © istockphoto.com.

Altering public land by mowing, pruning, or placing items such as garbage, yard waste, sheds, fences, play equipment, composters, vehicles, and bird feeders on public land is not permitted. Encroachment negatively impacts natural areas by smothering native vegetation, introducing non-native species, compacting soil and causing erosion.

Drain pools and hot tubs properly Water from pools and hot tubs is generally laden with chemicals that can have a negative impact on vegetation and water features when drained into a park or natural area.

Place the drain tube on your property, away from the park or natural area, to allow water to filter into the soils in your yard.

Let wildlife feed from the forest Wildlife relies on plants, soils and organic debris for survival. When people harvest from the forest, plants may be depleted allowing undesirable plants to establish. Try planting native plants in your garden to enjoy, while leaving the wild plants for wildlife to use and future generations to admire.

Waterloo is home to non-poisonous snakes.

A healthy population of these snakes around your property is beneficial because they can help keep local rodents in check – more so than cats!

A snake will slither away when startled and will not hurt you. Teaching children to observe wildlife from afar will help avoid confrontation while respecting the wildlife and their habitat.

Please do not destroy burrows, nests or other habitat and remember to always stay on designated trails.

To find out more, contact: City of Waterloo Environment and Parks Services P. 519.886.2310 TTY. 1.866.786.3941 E. environment@waterloo.ca

GET INVOLVED! Our Partners in Parks program is a great opportunity for you and your neighbours to adopt a park and help keep it healthy with litter clean-ups and mulching trails.

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sum cammer ps!

Firefly Friends! Join us for a great

Summer Sing-Along Music Therapy

summer camp experience. Activities include games, crafts, music, swimming and much more! Full-days and half-days available.

Social Skills

Each week will have an exciting theme, and we may even have some special guests stopping by!

Rock Park Music Therapy

kidsability.ca/en/firefly

Ready to Read Focus Group: Teens!

519.886.8886 ext. 1052 firefly-info@kidsability.ca

KW

Bilingual School 600 Erb W, Waterloo, Ontario, N2J 3Z4 • (519) 886-6510

The KWBS Day Camp offers eight bilingual weeks this summer. It provides indoor and outdoor activities in a fun, comfortable and educational atmosphere for campers aged 3-9 COST: $215/ week June 30- July 4 Animal Extravaganza July 7-11 Rainbows July 14-18 Fun and Fitness July 21-25 The Great Outdoors July 28- August 1 Globe Trotters August 5-8 Disney August 11-15 Anything Goes August 18-22 Celebrations

Nous allons avoir beaucoup de plaisir!

Venez nous joindre pour un été inoubliable!

Contact: Melissa Klatecki mklatecki@medaille.edu

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Our jam-packed camps are the best way to spend summer days! Camp includes a full day of diving at the pool, trampolines, dryboards, tumbling, arts & crafts, games, climbing, spinning, flipping, and laughing. Children always head home happy.

Summer 2014 Camp Dates:  July 14th-18th  July 21st-25th  July 28th- Aug 1st  Aug 5th-8th *

* This camp is 4 days due to the holiday Monday

For more information visit our website or email kwdivingregister@gmail.com

kwdivingclub.org

What do the founders of Google, Amazon, and Wikipedia have in common?

They all have a Montessori Education!

Our parents know that Montessori education is a potent predictor of future success.

Schedule a tour to see for yourself!

Sunshine Montessori School Sunshine Montessori School 10 Boniface Avenue 426 Britannia Street Kitchener Stratford 519-774-1423 519-273-4635 admin@sunshinemontessori.on.ca principal@stratfordmontessori.com www.sunshinemontessori.on.ca

Early Childhood Education Centre Department of Psychology University of Waterloo • Morning & afternoon programs • Preschool children: 31 months to 4 years of age • Warm and caring teachers • Stimulating, child centred program • Observation booths to view sessions Email: ecec@uwaterloo.ca Call: 519-888-4567 ext. 33167 www.psychology.uwaterloo.ca/ecec Wait list: www.OneListWaterlooRegion.ca

Spaces Available for September 2014!

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38 years of serving the community 1976—2014

From Age Group Swimming to Olympic Level

Check out our latest on ROW

Summer Camps

Scan to register for overnight parking.

CAN’T DRIVE TONIGHT?

The City of Waterloo offers three convenient options for overnight parking so you can get home safely: P1 WATERLOO TOWN SQUARE LOT = Free with registration P2 UPTOWN PARKADE = $6.00 P3 STATION LOT AT REGINA/ERB ST. = Free with registration

waterloo.ca/uptownparking

Just visit our website for more information Kick off event:

Waterloo Public Square May 31, 2014

Email: office@rowswimming.ca

For more events and details, visit us online.

Train and compete with ROW to reach your highest potential!

Camps and classes held in the region’s only Olympic Length Pool

Bring PLAY back to your life!

75 University Avenue West, Waterloo, Ontario

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If you own property in Waterloo and are using methods (such as rain barrels) to divert stormwater from the stormwater system, you could be eligible to receive up to 45% off the stormwater portion of your water utility bill.

Stormwater credits are also available for non-residential property owners.

For more information about the credit program visit: www.waterloo.ca/stormwatercredit

Learn how to manage the rain that falls on your property by visiting www.reepgreen.ca/rain for resources and upcoming workshops.

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JUNE 4-8, 2014 GREY SILO GOLF COURSE

THIS IS TOO BIG TO MISS! Get your tickets today at manulifeclassic.ca

KIDS 15 & UNDER ARE ADMITTED FREE WITH A TICKETED ADULT

PAULA CREAMER

HEE YOUNG PARK 2013 CHAMPION

WE’VE GOT THE BEST FANS IN THE WORLD!

In Support Of

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