Happenings - Winter/Spring 2014 by City of Waterloo

HAPPENINGS Discover what’s happening in your community WINTER/SPRING 2014

COVER PHOTOGRAPH: Speeding down the ice slide at Waterloo’s all-ages winter festival! Combining great winter activities and family day fun – Winterloo is a family favourite! For more information, visit winterloo.com

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FOOTBALL DREAMS CAN COME TRUE! The Twin Cities Minor Tackle Football Association helps young people realize their dreams and enjoy football as families and as a community. Football builds character, encourages teamwork, shows the benefits of hard work and promotes fitness. A large variety of skills and physical abilities are required on a football team so there’s a position for everyone to play! Join our House League Program or sign up for Spring Camp - learn the game, get fit and be part of a team!

It’s Competitive! It’s Fun! Join Today!

Division MYTE TYKE

Age Group 5&6 7&8

ATOM PEEWEE BANTAM

9 & 10 11 & 12 13 & 14

Fees start at $125 and we provide most of the gear! Football is extremely cost-effective and as kids grow, we will keep their gear fitting perfectly and safe! We loan you helmets, shoulder pads, practice jersey, practice pants and game pants.

Twin Cities Minor Tackle Football Association

www.twincitiesfootball.ca

Learn more about our programs or register today! Fee Assistance And Family Rates Available 2

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Facility Contact Information

HOW TO REGISTER

Community Services, City Hall 519-747-8733

Registering for City of Waterloo programs is easy 1. Online registration Available 24/7 – expressreg.waterloo.ca • • •

Available 24 hours a day Have your FAMILY PIN and CLIENT NUMBER ready Don’t have a PIN or CLIENT NUMBER? Visit expressreg. waterloo.ca and click on Create a New Account or call 519-886-1177 (Monday to Friday from 8:30am – 8:00pm) to set-up an 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 facility hours • •

Visit the Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex and RIM Park from 8:30am - 8:00pm daily to register Visit the Adult Recreation Centre, Wing 404 RCAFA Adult Centre and Albert McCormick Community Centre from 8:30am - 4:00pm from Monday - Friday to register

Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex (WMRC) & program registration/ information, including swim lessons & 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

NOTE: As of January 1, 2014, the City of Waterloo has discontinued telephone registration.

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.

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.

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

HAPPENINGS AND 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: 519-747-8738, communications@waterloo.ca or TTY at 1-866-786-3941.

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SUMMER IN WATERLOO PHOTO CONTEST

PA PLAY DAYS Join the City of Waterloo Summer Camp Team for fun-filled PA play days!

Want to be featured on the cover of the next Waterloo Program & Activities Guide?

January 17, March 7 & May 30, 2014 Time: 8:00am - 5:00pm Location: Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex Cost: $40 Per Day/Per Child Ages: 5-12 Years Age appropriate adaptations will be incorporated for activities. Child must be stated age at start of program - no exceptions.

We are running a photo contest! Submit a photo you feel best depicts summer in Waterloo. The winning photo will appear on the cover of the 2014 Summer Guide. Contest runs from February 28 to March 28, 2014. The winner will be announced in early April.

For More Information: Call: 519-886-1177 x280 TTY: 1-866-786-3941 Email: camp@waterloo.ca

Good luck! For more information and contest guidelines, please email communications@waterloo.ca or call 519-747-8538.

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WHY RUN? WHEN YOU CAN ROLL! PLAYERS

develop your hockey skills… Pass, shoot, score!

GOALIES

develop your game… tons of shots & lots of fun!

FEES

Players 9yrs old and older $200.00 Goalies $100.00 8yrs & Under $135.00 $550- Family rate for 3 or more children

Online registration and payment available on our website December 2013

2014 SPRING SEASON

KW INLINE HOCKEY LEAGUE 519-580-9724

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Mid-April to late June, 2014 18 X 1 hour games 2 times per week Co-ed teams All skill levels welcome

Beginner, house league & rep Offside, no icing and no body contact BUILD FRIENDSHIPS & HAVE FUN!

CAMBRIDGE KIWANIS BOYS’ CHOIR & YOUNG MEN’S CHORUS

Winter Term Drama Classes

36-10 Isherwood Avenue, Cambridge

NEW MEMBERS WELCOME IN ALL 3 CHOIRS TO START IN JANUARY 2014 Cambridge Kiwanis Primary Choir for boys and girls (grades 1-3) – no audition required

Classes For Special Needs

Act Out Choir

NEW

Cambridge Kiwanis Boys’ Choir & Young Men’s Chorus (grades 3-12) – audition required TO APPLY: download application or register online at www.ckboyschoir.ca or call 519-622-4897 E: ckbc@bell.net P: 519-622-4897

www.ckboyschoir.ca

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City of Waterloo Day Camp

Location: WMRC Ages: 7-12 Cost: $179.00 Time: 8:00am - 5:00pm Your child will have a blast this summer as our leaders plan theme days, play new and exciting games, and keep kids moving on weekly trips. For camp weeks and trips please check online at waterloo.ca/camp or in the upcoming Spring Program & Activities Guide.

City of Waterloo Fun Centres

2 Locations: Albert McCormick Community Centre and RIM Park Ages: 4-8 Cost: Half Day $74.00 Full Day $137.00 Time: 8:00am - 5:00pm Fun centres are for kids ages 4-8 who are ready to have lots of fun this summer. Campers will get down and dirty with lots of activities, crafts and outdoor play each week. Your child will make new friends, see special guests, have fun on water day and enjoy the chance to just be a kid! For camp weeks please check online at waterloo.ca/camp or in the upcoming Spring Program & Activities Guide.

Inclusion Services Every Kid Counts This is a program offered through a joint partnership with the City of Kitchener to facilitate universal access to programs including camps. For support for your chid who has exceptional developmental or emotional needs, you must apply by February 21, 2014. For more information visit kitchener.ca/everykidcounts or call 519-741-2229.

For complete information about our Summer 2014 camps, trips and dates, visit our website at waterloo.ca/camp or check our Spring 2014 Program & Activities Guide available on February 27, 2014. Registration begins March 5, 2014. Spots fill up quickly! Sign up early to avoid disappointment.

City of Waterloo Variety Camp Location: RIM Park Ages: 7-12 Cost: $179.00 Time: 8:00am - 5:00pm Choose from some favorite camp weeks or our new camps that are sure to become your favorite! Camp weeks may include: girls week, skateboarding, arts and crafts, drama, outdoor adventure, buskers and sports nuts. For camp information check online at waterloo.ca/camp or in the upcoming Spring Program & Activities Guide.

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FAMILY DAY ACTIVITIES Monday, February 17, 2014

6:45am - 9:45am Adult Lane Swim Swimplex - WMRC 7:00am - 7:45am Tethered Waterfit (Adult) Swimplex - WMRC 8:00am - 5:00pm WMRC Indoor Track 8:00am - 8:00pm Public Skating/Hockey Outdoor Neighbourhood Rinks - Weather Permitting. Full schedule & locations at: waterloo.ca/skate 8:05am - 8:50 am Shallow Waterfit (Adult) Swimplex - WMRC 9:00am - 9:45am Deep Waterfit (Adult) Swimplex - WMRC 9:00am - 9:45am Kick Boxing Waterfit (Adult) Swimplex - WMRC 10:00am - Noon Family Swim Swimplex - WMRC 11:00am - 12:50pm Parent & Child Skate Sunlife Arena - WMRC 12:10pm - 1:00pm Lane Swim Swimplex - WMRC 12:15pm - 1:00pm Shallow Waterfit Swimplex - WMRC 1:00pm - 2:50pm Public Skate Sunlife Arena- WMRC 1:10pm - 3:00pm Public Swim Swimplex - WMRC 3:30pm - 5:30pm Public Swim Swimplex - WMRC 8:30pm - 10:00pm WMRC Indoor Track

ARTS

E D U C AT I O N

WE ARE PLEASED to offer the community:

Training in Dance, Music, Voice & Musical Theatre Individually designed, non-competitive programs Training for the whole family State of the art facilities Scholerships for camp and year-long programs

Winter Registration Private lessons are available for PIANO

GUITAR

VOCALS

DRUMS

Project Destiny ONE DAY CAMPS JAN 17

MAR 12

MAY 30

FREE EVENTS at Waterloo Public Square!

These full day camps include: Dance, Acting, Vocals and Visual Arts

Public Skate 10:00am -11:00am and After 3:00pm

Project Destiny SUMMER CAMPS

SPORT TRY-IT Demo 11:00am - 2:00pm WINTERLOO Activities 11:00am - 4:00pm

Regular admission rates apply to all Family Day activities. View schedule and details online at:

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For ages 4-12

JUL 21-25

$30/child

Creative Arts Camp Ages 4-12

JUL 28-AUG 1

8:30 - 4:30

$130

Creative Arts Camp Ages 4-10

$130

Musical Theatre Camp Ages 11-16

$150

www.bydesignarts.ca

10 minutes from K-W; 5 minutes from Breslau 850 Sawmill Road, Bloomingdale 519-744-7447 ext. 287 | www.bydesignarts.ca

WATERLOO MINOR BASEBALL ASSOCIATION PLAY BALL LIKE THE JAYS

General Registration Information

The Waterloo Minor Baseball Association program registers players from age 4-19. Programs include a fundamental program for ages 4 & 5, T-Ball for ages 6 & 7, Rookie Ball (pitching machine 35-40 MPH) for ages 8 & 9, baseball (over-hand pitching with set base paths and pitching distances for each division) for ages 10-19. Players age 6-19 play in a house league program by age group. Teams are formed through an evaluation/ draft process (dates TBD) with both Waterloo and Kitchener registrants on a team.

Important Notes to Parents for the 2014 Season 2014 REGISTRATION IN-PERSON - SAT, MARCH 1 10:00AM - 2:00PM RIM PARK SPORTS COMPLEX ONLINE - DUE BY MARCH 28 PRINT REGISTRATION FORM FROM WEBSITE AND MAIL WITH PAYMENT BY DUE DATE

T-Ball Program – T-Ball will be a combined division with Kitchener Minor Baseball for the 2014 season. Games will take place in both cities. The T-Ball league will consist of a 6 year old Minor T-Ball & 7 year old Major T-Ball league. NOTES: Practice times for house league depend upon the coach. Practices are usually Saturday mornings - sometimes during the week depending on the number of teams in each league and diamond availability. Minor & Major Bantam House League division(s) may be grouped as one division pending the number of registrants. The registration costs below (house league only) include baseball pants, t-shirt and baseball hat. Rep teams have been chosen for the 2014 season. If you have questions about REP, please call the WMBA office 519-888-0244. WMBA board office hours are from 7:00 - 9:00pm evenings.

2014 WATERLOO MINOR BASEBALL DIVISION/FEE/NIGHTS OF PLAY YEAR BORN DIVISION

FEE

NIGHTS OF PLAY

2010 & 2009

4 & 5 YR Fundamental Program

$100.00

Saturday morning – 1 hour sessions – 9:00 OR 10:00am Note: 4 year olds must be four years old by May 1, 2014

2008

Minor T-Ball

$140.00

2 games per week - Monday & Wednesday plus Saturday morning practice (see note above)

2007

Major T-Ball

$140.00

2 games per week – Tuesday & Thursday plus Saturday morning practice (see note above)

2006

Minor (JR) Rookie Ball

$170.00

2 games per week – Monday & Wednesday plus a practice

2005

Major (SR) Rookie Ball

$170.00

2 games per week – Tuesday & Thursday – plus a practice

2004

Minor Mosquito (Tyke)

$190.00

2 games per week – Monday & Wednesday – plus a practice

2003

Major Mosquito (Tyke)

$190.00

2 games per week – Tuesday & Thursday plus a practice

2002

Minor Peewee

$190.00

2 games per week – Monday & Wednesday – plus a practice

2001

Major Peewee

$190.00

2 games per week – Tuesday & Thursday – plus a practice

2000

Minor Bantam

$200.00

2 games per week – sporadic scheduling

1999

Major Bantam

$200.00

2 games per week – sporadic scheduling

1998, 97, 96, 95

Midget

$200.00

2 games per week - sporadic schedule

Duration of Season for T-Ball, Rookie Ball & House League Baseball - House league season for T-Ball, Rookie Ball, Tyke, Peewee, Bantam & Midget begins May 5 and ends July 19. Games start at 6:15pm. Umpires – WMBA is seeking umpires for the 2014 season. Must be 14 years of age. Call 519-888-0244 for info. Umpire applications will be available by emailing wmba244@rogers.com. Sponsors - Sponsors are always needed. Anyone interested in sponsoring a house league team ($350.00/team) please call 519-888-0244 evenings from 7:00-9:00pm.

WMBA, C/O Albert McCormick Arena 500 Parkside Drive Waterloo, ON N2L 5J4 P: 519-888-0244 W: www.waterloobaseball.ca E: wmba244@rogers.com

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with the Waterloo Ghosts More than 400 girls spend the spring and summer with us. We’ve made changes to our program with YOU in mind! More field time available AND all coaches receive a coaching manual with drills, techniques and practice plans to help them put together a more enjoyable – and educational – season. It all adds up to MORE FUN!!!

HOUSE LEAGUE PROGRAMS RUN MAY – MID-JULY T-BALL (5-6). Small Teams. Learn the fundamentals. Maximum Activity! MINI MITE (7-8). All players play the game; coaches pitch! MITE (9-10). Players begin to learn the skill of pitching. SQUIRT to MIDGET (11-19). Real softball action!

For more info, contact Cathy at office@wmgsa.com or call 519-747-0430. Visit us at www.wmgsa.com for registration information and forms.

Carmel New Church School 40 Chapel Hill Drive, Kitchener

519.748.5802

www.carmelnewchurch.org

In Ontario, parents of 126,000 students choose independent education for many reasons. Quality academics that meet their children’s learning needs, moral and ethical values and a safe and orderly environment are the most common reasons cited.

Program Choices

Student Life

Spiritual Life

• Small class sizes • Learning through the Lord’s Word • Daily Worship • High teacher to Joint Gr. 9 - 10 program with student ratio • Scripture studies Huron Heights Secondary School • Christian, nurturing teachers • Safe, supportive environment Enriched Ontario Curriculum: Kindergarten (full or half days)

music and drama productions, field trips, overnight excursions

• Beautiful, rural campus

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• Whole-school charitable projects

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• Located in South-West Kitchener • Municipal Heritage Register Building (2010) • Credit-granting authority from Ontario Ministry of Education • Member of OFIS Ontario Federation of Independent Schools

Est. 1892

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G mnastics “the foundation sport for all physical activity and sport.”

International Olympic Committee

37 years of serving the community 1976—2013

From Age Group Swimming to Olympic Level

Try our new Swim Stars! It’s NEW, FUN and ONLY 2 times a week Ages 8 to 10 January to March or April to June Train and compete with ROW to reach your highest potential!

“ Early participation enables children to enjoy a healthy and active lifestyle for a lifetime.”

Programs for Girls & Boys Parents & Tots (ages 18 months—3 yrs) Kindergym (ages 3—5 yrs) Recreational Developmental Elite Competitive

Extensive use of sports video technology in all programs

Classes start March 25 12 week programs

To register phone 519-743-4970 Online registration kwgymnastics.ca Visit our website for more information

805 Victoria St. S, Kitchener, ON N2M 5N9

Your Community Gymnastics Leader since 1965 HAPPENINGS WINTER/SPRING 2014

WINTER 2014 SKATING SCHEDULE Effective January 1st to March 30th, 2014

(Extra ice time at WMRC until April 28th – check online schedule) AMCC

Moses Springer

RIM Park

MON

SH-A

TUES

SH-A 11:30am - 12:50pm PC 1:30pm - 2:20pm PS 4:00pm - 4:50pm

SH-PC 9:30am - 10:50am AS 11:00am - 1:20pm SH-A 11:30am - 12:50pm

WED

SH55+ 10:00am - 10:50am SH-A 11:30am - 12:50pm

SH-PC 9:30am - 10:50am AS AS 11:00am - 1:20pm SH-A 11:30am - 12:50pm SH-W 11:30am - 12:50pm PC 1:30pm -2:50pm SH-Y 4:00pm -4:50pm

THU

SH-A 11:30am - 12:50pm

AS SH-A P&C

FRI

SH-A 11:30am - 12:50pm

PC 9:30am -10:50 am AS 11:00am - 1:20pm AS 11:00am - 1:20pm SH-PC 1:30pm - 2:50pm SH- A 11:30am - 12:50pm PS 4:00pm - 4:50pm SH-W 11:30am - 12:50pm

SH-PC 9:30am - 10:50am AS AS 11:00am - 1:20pm PC SH-A 11:30am - 12:50pm PS 4:00pm - 4:50pm

11:30am-12:50pm

11:00am - 1:20pm 1:30pm - 2:50pm

11:00am - 1:20pm

11:00am - 1:20pm AS 11:00am -1:20pm 11:30am - 12:50pm SH-PC 1:30pm - 2:50pm 1:30pm - 2:50pm

SAT

3:00pm - 3:50pm PS AS

7:30pm - 8:50pm 8:40pm - 10:30pm

SUN

PS 11:00am - 12:50pm PS

3:40pm - 5:30pm

CODES

PARTICIPASS PRICES

Adult Skate

Parent & Child Skate

SH-55+ Seniors’ Shinny Age: 55+ SH-PC Parent & Child Shinny

Public Skate

SH-W

Women’s Shinny

SH-A Adult Shinny

SH-Y

Youth Shinny Age: 13-15

Great Savings on a 10-Pass Book!

Adult Adult Hockey (Goalies No Charge) Child/Youth Family Lifestyle 55+ Skate Lifestyle 55+ Shinny Parent & Child Shinny/Skate

See following page for skate descriptions and special information.

NEW: CANCELLATIONS PAGE

Please check the cancellations page at waterloo.ca/cancellations before you come out to skate. Cancellations are updated weekly.

WMRC

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

SKATING & ARENA DETAILS Parent & Child Skate Unsupervised Parent & Child Shinny Unsupervised

Youth Shinny 13-15 yrs Unsupervised

Public Skate Supervised

Adult Skate Unsupervised Adult/Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Shinny Unsupervised Seniorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Shinny Unsupervised

PA DAY SKATING

For parents and children 12 & under wishing to skate together. No sticks and pucks permitted. A skating adult must be present. One adult + up to 3 children $7.25 For parents and children 12 & under wishing to play shinny together. Sticks and pucks permitted; nets will be available for use. A skating adult must be present. One adult + up to 3 children $7.25 Maximum 30 skaters Shinny hockey offered for ages 13-15 years. Full CSA-approved hockey equipment strongly recommended to be worn by all on-ice participants. *Not for team practices. To book ice for team practices, call 519-886-1177 x246. $7.25 per person Maximum 20 skaters Skating program for all ages. Skating aids permitted at discretion of facility staff, based on number of participants. All children 7 years and under must be accompanied by an adult. Adult $5.25 Children/Youth $4.50 Family (max 2 adults + 2 children) $12.50 Any adult 18+ can join the fun. No sticks or pucks permitted. Adult $5.25 Lifestyle 55+ $4.50 Any adult 18+ can join the fun. Adult $7.25 Goalies Free Maximum 22 skaters Any adult 55 & over can join the fun. Adult $4.75 Maximum 22 skaters

Find all our PA DAY SKATE dates and times at waterloo.ca/skate Adult $5.25

Children/Youth $4.50

RINK GUIDELINES Parent & Child Skate and Shinny Programs The operators of this facility strongly recommend that CSA-approved safety equipment (including head, eye and facial protection) be worn by all on-ice participants during Parent & Child Skate and Shinny programs. A skating adult must be present for Parent & Child programs. Private Skating Party Ice Time Visit waterloo.ca/rentals for availability and pricing or call 519-886-1177 x246. Arena Holiday Closures All arenas will be closed for statutory holidays unless otherwise posted. Notices will be posted online and at facilities two weeks in advance. Wheelchair Skates The City of Waterloo has four sets of wheelchair skates (skis that attach to a wheelchair) available for use at RIM Park or Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex. Reservation recommended. April WMRC Skate Schedule Visit waterloo.ca/skate for additional April skating times at the Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex.

Family (max 2 adults + 2 children) $12.50

FACILITY INFORMATION Signs will be posted at facilities to advise of program changes or cancellations. Please check the cancellation page at waterloo.ca/cancellations before you come out to skate or contact the facility directly at the number listed. TTY for all facilities: 1-866-786-3941 Albert McCormick Community Centre (AMCC) 500 Parkside Drive 519-885-1220 Cancellations ext. 404 Moses Springer Community Centre 150 Lincoln Road 519-885-4530 RIM Park Manulife Financial Sportsplex & Healthy Living Centre (RIM) 2001 University Avenue 519-884-7422 Cancellations ext. 504 Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex (WMRC) 101 Father David Bauer Drive 519-886-1177 Cancellations ext. 310

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We offer March Break and summer camps, weekend programs, and in-school workshops. Contact us for more information. 519-888-4856 or 1-877-ESQ-KIDS (377-5437) esqinfo@uwaterloo.ca

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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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ACTIVE LIVING FOR LIFE PROGRAMS

Kidsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; DANCE Craze Ya-Ba-Da-Ba-Dance: 2 - 4 years parent & tot Creative Movement: 3 - 4 years Ballet: 4 - 6 years Combo Craze: 5 - 6 years Energy Up: 10 - 13 years

Spring 2014 Come and participate in our many Active Living Programs.! For more information visit our website at expressreg.waterloo.ca or see the Spring Program & Activities Guide available on February 27, 2014.

Programs to Choose From: Family Yoga - Participate with your child

Dance Craze offers children aged 2 - 13 an opportunity to learn the basics of jazz, ballet and creative movement in a non-competitive, relaxed environment. Spring Session | March 31 - June 9 Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex Registration begins on Wed. March 5. For details email april.scida@waterloo.ca or call 519-886-1177. CHILDRENâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S DANCE BIRTHDAY PARTIES! a creative approach to dance!

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Monkeynastix - Become part of the fun and fitness Karate - Beginner karate for children and adults Self Defense - An empowering program for women Mom and Baby Stretchfit - Strength training with your baby Family Bootcamp - Join us for 5 weeks of fun with your kids ART for Kids - Learn about mixed media or lego animation Experimental Drawing - Learn experimental drawing from the experts

Registration begins March 5, 2014

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Lots for the whole family to experience from

the BED OF NAILS to

PLANETARIUM ADVENTURES to

the MUSIC OF THE WALK-ON PIANO to

SELF-MADE ANIMATIONS to

DAILY MARCH BREAK ACTIVITIES and

SO MUCH MORE!

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D OW N TOW N K I TC H E N E R

Mon. March 10 Outing: Airbourne Trampoline Code: #161429

Tues. March 11 Outing: Movie

Wed. March 12 Outing: Mad Science

Code: #161430

Code: #161431

Thurs. March 13 Outing: A Magical Experience Code: #161432

Fri. March 14 Outing: Horse Drawn Maple Syrup Tour Code: #161433

MARCH BREAK MADNESS! A variety of exciting days to keep your kids enthused and exhausted! Leaders from our 2013

Summer Camps will lead the many activities which include crafts, sports, songs, games, trips and more. Volunteers will also be on hand to assist with the program. If your kids are free this March Break, this is the place to be! This program fills quickly and spots may not be available for all days. AGE: 5-12 Years Age-appropriate adaptations will be incorporated for activities. Child must be stated age at start of program - no exceptions will be made. TIME: 8:00am - 5:00pm

COST: $40 per day per child

LOCATION: Manulife Financial Soccer & Sport Centre (Bechtel Park) *Pick-up on Friday at RIM Park FOR PROGRAM INFORMATION: Call: 519-886-1177 x280 or TTY: 1-866-786-3941 Email: camp@waterloo.ca Registration begins December 11, 2013. Register early to avoid disappointment.

waterloo.ca/camp

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;A Helmet & Skates is all it takesâ&#x20AC;? LEARN TO SKATE WITH

CANSKATE CANSKATE

Spring runs April 4 to June 10

Visit www.kwsc.org, call 519-886-5972 x 229 or drop by the KWSC office in RIM Park for more information

Development Program

This exciting program is designed to teach youth leadership skills with an emphasis on building the skills required to become a future camp counselor.

Kitchener Waterloo Skating Club celebrating 75 years

This program is mandatory for all new camp volunteers and can also be counted towards required Community Service hours for high school students.

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Location: Albert McCormick Community Centre Age:

Cost $195.00* *Plus the cost of a vulnerable sector police check Dates and Times of Course June 30 - July 4 (No camp on July 1) 9:00 am to 4:00 pm on all days

For more details, please visit our website or see our ad in the Spring Program & Activities Guide.

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We recognize the challenges that children and parents face when someone in the family is living with a terminal illness or has experienced the death of a loved one. Our groups are offered to kids five and up and are run by qualified therapists and trained volunteers who help children explore their feelings around loss through the use of Music, Art and Play Therapy. All groups are offered at no cost to participants.

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Supporting Children Through Loss

13-16 (born 1998-2001)

Attendance for all dates is MANDATORY. Youth are also required to complete a 2-week placement in one of our City of Waterloo programs. NOTE: Coordinator will determine the best camp setting for each participant.

For more information call 519-743-4114 www.hospicewaterloo.ca

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WATERLOO MINOR SOCCER CLUB

2014 Outdoor Soccer Registration

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Looking for something to do this summer? WMSC provides Recreational and Competitive soccer programming for over 5,000 players, year round, for ages 4 (born 2010) to senior (born 1995+) • Fun Games and Practices • Great Coaches and Great Soccer Fun • All kids welcome to come play! • Uniform provided (socks/shorts/shirt) Get Fit and Feel Great. Programmes are eligible for the Children’s Fitness Tax Credit. Proof of age required for all new player registrations Waterloo Minor Soccer Club 2001 University Ave. (RIM Park) Room 107 Waterloo ON N2K 4K4 Tel: 519-578-9680 Fax 519-578-3427 www.waterloominorsoccer.com E-mail us at wmsc@waterloominorsoccer.com Follow us on twitter @WMSC1

2014 OUTDOOR REGISTRATION On-Line Registration begins early January Or at RIM Park, Room 104, Feb. 12 & 13 10:00 A.M to 8:00 P.M. both days HAPPENINGS WINTER/SPRING 2014

TIME OUT 22 Willow St Waterloo, ON 519-746-4202

A chance for mothers, fathers and caregivers of children aged newborn to six years to interact with each other through creative play and action games. This program offers unrestricted floor space allowing children to develop their gross motor skills. Parents are required to supervise children at all times.

St. John’s Christian Nursery School

Fridays Until May 9, 2014* 9:30am – 11:30am

• AM / PM programs for preschool children

*NOTE: There is no program on March 14 and April 18

• Morning program for toddlers (+18 months)

• Half day personalized kindergarten program • Extended hours available

Manulife Financial Soccer & Sports Centre in Bechtel Park, 185 Bridge Street, Waterloo $5.25/Visit/Family (Maximum 4 Children) $46.00 Pass for 10 Visits For information, call 519-886-1177 x280 TTY: 1-866-786-3941

Registration open for 2014!

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THEN GET STARTED ON YOUR MAYOR FOR THE DAY CONTEST SUBMISSION TODAY!

One lucky Grade 5 student from a Waterloo school will get to share the top job in the city with Mayor Brenda Halloran.

Be creative and tell us why youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d like to be mayor Contest ends on March 3, 2014.

For more information contact: 519-747-8738 or alicia.bedard@waterloo.ca

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Get and stay active at the Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex! ü RUN ü SWIM ü DANCE ü WALK ü WATERFIT ü SKATE ü MARCH BREAK CAMPS & ACTIVITIES ü FAMILY & PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS ü SWIM LESSONS

WATERLOO MEMORIAL RECREATION COMPLEX 101 Father David Bauer Drive Waterloo Ontario N2L 6L1 P. 519.886.1177 TTY. 1.866.786.3941

No membership fee required! Many pay-as-you-go activities! Registration date for Active Living programs: Wednesday, March 5, 2014 Registration date for Aquatic programs: Tuesday, March 11, 2014

For For details details or or registration registration information information visit visit

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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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