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Canada’s Big Day

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The City of Woodstock has a full day of activities planned to celebrate our Nation’s birthday.

Keep the Kids Entertained All Summer Long

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The City of Woodstock has plenty of ideas to keep the kids busy and help them learn new skills this season.

The Fall Election Is Coming

Now you can check online to see if you are on the voters’ list to avoid long line ups at the polls.

Take a Tour of the City’s Finest Gardens

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Hosted by the Woodstock Hospital Women’s Auxiliary, it’s a chance to see beautiful arrangements, ask experts questions and get the chance to win a fantastic prize!

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From Members of City Council Woodstock Environmental Advisory Committee Community Champion Ron Watts Woodstock Transit and Para-Transit Cowan Park is hoping for Community support Woodstock Fire Department Woodstock Public Library Woodstock Museum NHS Woodstock Art Gallery

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hhhhh!!!!!!! June has finally arrived. A great month that marks the start of summer that will be officially arriving on June 21st at 6:51 am. June is a time of change for many thus a very busy month. Parents are planning what to do with children once the school year ends. Secondary school students have final exams and are looking for a summer job. Post secondary school students are home and (hopefully) gainfully employed with the all-important summer job. Elementary school students have their yearend educational trips and are busy making plans with friends for summer fun. June is perhaps most significant for grade 12 students with their graduation and the ever important High School Prom. If you are graduating or attending prom please make sure it is a night of ONLY THE GREATEST MEMORIES! Celebrate your achievements and friendships but please don’t drink alcohol and drive. Respect yourselves and respect others, plan ahead, be smart and be safe. The last few days of school brings great excitement to our young children. In their excitement they may forget some road safety rules. A reminder to our motoring

citizens that there will be more children outside playing in the warmer weather and the walk home from school will likely be a little longer and include some playing along the way. Please be extremely cautious while driving especially in the afternoons during the last days of school. We need to protect our children and our future. I recognizing that June is a busy month but want to remind you that October 2014 is a municipal election month and ask you to take a few moments and think about your community and how you may serve it. In 2010 I made the decision to participate in the electoral process for Municipal Council. I can tell you that being a member of our current Woodstock Council is a responsibility that is enjoyable, rewarding and a great way to serve your community. If you are interested in how the City of Woodstock operates and how decisions are made on behalf our citizens, you should consider the opportunity of running for City Council. Nominations for the Municipal Elections are open until September 11th 2014 and Municipal Elections are Monday October 27th 2014. If you would like more information about the Municipal Elections all the information you need is on the City of Woodstock web page under the tab for “City Hall”. Have a safe and enjoyable June. You can email Councillor Fraser with comments or concerns at rfraser@city.woodstock.on.ca

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CONTACTS Volume 16

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What’s On Woodstock Magazine is published monthly by the Office of the Communications & Special Events Manager of the City of Woodstock. Circulation is 19,000 copies delivered to the residents and businesses of Woodstock. Magazine produced by: Oxford Media Group Tel: 519-539-9762, Fax: 519-539-7063 E-mail: wow@oxfordmediagroup.com Mail/Courier: 70 Wellington Street South, Woodstock, Ontario N4S 3H6. Ad deadline for July 2014 edition: June 6 /2014 Call 519-539-1291 x 4102 to reserve today.

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Art Gallery............................................519-539-6761 City Hall...............................................519-539-1291 Civic Centre Arena....................519-421-3484 x 4301 Goff Hall Rental........................519-421-3484 x 4301 Library..................................................519-539-4801 Market Centre Rental...........................519-537-8411 Museum...............................................519-537-8411 Para-Transit Services............................519-539-1291 Parks & Recreation....................519-539-1291 x 4101 Public Works............. 519-539-1291 x 3140 or x 3104 Small Business Centre..........................519-421-2129 Southside Aquatics.................. 519-421-POOL (7665) Southwood Arena.....................519-421-3484 x 4301 Transit Services.........................519-539-1291 x 3102

Have your events listed in the FREE Event List on the back inside cover (sponsored by Hunt Homes) or for advertising in the What’s On Woodstock Magazine, call Editor Brad Janssen, at 519-539-1291 x 4102 or fax to 519-539-3275.

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Come celebrate our Nation’s birthday at Southside Park Story by Karyn Matwey

he City of Woodstock is making plans to celebrate Canada Day with style! With a full day of fun family entertainment, it will all be capped off with a concert and fireworks. “It’s a big birthday party,” says Brad Janssen, Communications and Special Events Manager for the City of Woodstock. “This year is very exciting, we will have all of the activities in Southside Park and we have brought on a number of additional sponsors.” Once again, Toyota has generously partnered with the City to put on a fantastic fireworks display at dusk, which is always a hit with the crowd. But many others are stepping up to help make this Canada Day the best ever. “Heritage Canada has provided us with some grant money which will go towards the food, entertainment and of course the giant birthday cake,” says Janssen. “Country 104 is sponsoring our musical entertainment, which will have country flair with Greg Hanna headlining our big evening concert.” Hailing from Eastern Ontario, Greg Hanna has had a bunch of top 10 hits in Canada and now records in Nashville, Tennessee. Opening acts include Amberley Beatty, from Elmira, Ontario who will perform two sets with her four piece band and Terry Empey from right here in Woodstock who will treat us with his George Straight tribute. “Victoria Park Retirement Residence is sponsoring the stage and we are happy to have the Oxford Shopping News and Sentinel Review back on board this year,” says Janssen. As always there will be a crafters alley to pick up some interesting treasures and kiddie rides will keep the kids happy all afternoon. For the adults, the Lion’s Club will be sponsoring a beverage tent so you can toast Canada on the big day. “We encourage people to come down to the festivities, but to keep their eye on the newspaper for information on the best places to park,” says Janssen. “There will be accessible parking off South Street, but please adhere to parking regulations and if possible carpool to cut down on traffic.” This is a very popular event and brings in thousands of people, particularly for the fireworks, so planning ahead is crucial when it comes to parking. Happy Birthday Canada!

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Presents:

Amberlea Beatty and her Band 5:45 – 6:25 pm & 6:55 – 7:40 pm

Terry Empey and his tribute to George Strait 6:25 – 6:55 pm

Demonstration 7:40 – 8:15 pm

Nashville Recording Artist GREG HANNA - 8:15 – 9:00 pm

Times & Performances Subject to change. Check out the COW Tales ‘Way Back When’ contest on page 21 and enter today!

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YOUR WOODSTOCK ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE PRESENTS

❱❱❱❱❱❱ Green Tips ❰❰❰❰❰❰ Caution

-Turtle Crossing!All eight turtle species found in Ontario are in decline, seven of the eight species are listed as species at risk. Turtles are protected in Ontario under the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act, which makes it illegal to hunt, trap, keep, sell or purchase live specimens without a permit. Why not familiarize yourself with turtle habitat and behaviour and how vehicle travel can put them at risk? Ontario’s turtle species are most often found in slowmoving water with a soft mud or sand bottom and abundant vegetation. They may inhabit surprisingly small wetlands, ponds and ditches, and dig a nest in late May or June in an open area, usually one with loose, sandy soil. The nest site is often the side of a road, an embankment or a shoreline. Sadly, they are often run over by cars when they cross roads to find places to lay their eggs. The life history of the turtle is characterized by a late age of maturity and a slow reproduction rate. As a result, the loss of even a few adult turtles from a population every year is enough to cause that population to decline, and this makes turtle populations (especially snapping turtles), very vulnerable to threats such as hunters, poachers, and yes, cars. The City of Woodstock has taken steps to protect the local turtle population by installing a turtle fence to minimize their access along the busy section of Springbank Avenue; an area that passes over the Brick Ponds Wetland area. Special thanks to Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada volunteers for repairing the fence this year. The Woodstock Environmental Advisory Committee also posted turtle crossing signs to alert drivers in the area to the potential presence of turtles on that stretch of roadway. To report any observations of reptiles or amphibians to the Ontario Reptile and Amphibian Atlas or to learn more about what YOU can do to help protect the turtle population in Ontario, please visit this site http://www.ontarionature.org/protect/species/reptile_ and_amphibian_stewardship.php

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Presents… COMMUN I T Y CHAMPIONS – Ron Watts –

Story by Karyn Matwey

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fter retiring early, Ron Watts was looking for something to do. What he found was a program that helps those most in need every year with something we all have to do. Sponsored by the Canada Revenue Agency, the Community Income Tax Program provides those people with clinics and experts who help them complete their tax returns. It’s very beneficial for those who don’t know how to prepare their tax returns and cannot afford to pay someone to do it for them. Held at a variety of locations around the city, it is the opportunity to have your taxes done by a professional for free. “We did around 650 returns this year, the majority of them through the library, I myself did around 400,” says Watts. “In a city with a population of 38,000 that is a significant amount we are helping, so there must be a need.” With clinics held at the Woodstock Public Library, the Salvation Army Thrift Store on Huron Street, the South Gate Seniors Centre and other locations, the program is very welcome. “It’s a volunteer service, there are no charges and there are two other fellows who are volunteers as well,” says Watts. “I have coordinated it and we would love to have some more volunteers.” While he sees many different faces during tax season, he does get to know some of them and the experience is rewarding knowing that he is helping people in our community. Congratulations and good job Ron! If you would like to nominate a person, group or company as a VIA Rail Community Champion, please contact Brad Janssen at 519-539-2382 ext. 4102 or by email at bjanssen@cityofwoodstock.ca.

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Hours of Operation: (30 Minute Service) Mon. to Fri. ............... 6:30 am–6:30 pm Saturdays .................. 8:30 am–6:30 pm (All Bus Stops display a Route Service Schedule)

Info Line: 519-539-1291 ext.3104 (Mon. to Fri.) 8:30 am–4:30 pm CASH FARES* Transit Fare Rates & Special Adult/Senior Discount Passes Students (age 5–18) (effective July 1, 2008) Children (under 5)

$2.00 $2.00 FREE

*Note: Exact change is required on the bus.

SPECIAL DISCOUNT / SAVINGS PASS Han-D-Ride Value Pass 12 Rides Student/Senior (60+) Pass Monthly Adult Pass (non-transferable) Monthly PURCHASE PASSES AT THESE LOCATIONS City Hall Community Complex Engineering / Public Works Foodland Shoppers Drug Mart (East & West) TD Canada Trust (Norwich Ave) TD Canada Trust (Springbank) TD Canada Trust (Wellington/Dundas) Woodstock Public Library

$20 $40 $50

Para-Transportation Services Available Para-Transit Service provided by the City of Woodstock

Cash Fare

$2.00

Regular hours of operation Mon–Fri 6:30 am–6:30 pm Sat 8:30 am–6:30 pm

Service must be pre-booked 24 hours in advance. Call 519-539-2382 ext. 2510 (TTY: 519-539-7268) between the hours of 8:30 am–4:30 pm, Monday through Friday and 9:00 am–3:30 pm on Saturday. (Voicemail is available outside of regular hours). All passes accepted on conventional transit are now accepted on Para-Transit.

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With the $5 Family Pass, up to 5 riders can enjoy unlimited travel on all Woodstock Transit routes all day long. Some restrictions apply.

Registration forms are available at City Hall. Note: Photo I.D. cards will be required in order to use this service.

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Cowan Park Park is hoping for support from from the Community

A new fundraising campaign is underway Story by Karyn Matwey

owan Park is entering its final stage of fundraising and is asking the community to come out and lend a hand. “With a goal of $1.2 million, the Let’s Keep the Ball Rolling campaign will be appealing to local residents and the business community for their financial assistance,” says Duane Griffith, Cowan Park Chairperson. “We are proud to offer the City of Woodstock and surrounding communities one of the best multi-purpose facilities in the province.” The goal is to keep providing high quality services at a reasonable cost. “The agreement between the City of Woodstock and the Woodstock Soccer Club allowed Cowan Park to come to fruition,” says Griffith. “Although the City owns the land and the buildings, we as a club, with the assistance of the Cowan Park Board of Directors, manage the facility.” With amenities including an indoor soccer pitch and training facility, the popular elevated walking track and multi-use hall, this is truly a community facility. A recent generous donation of $25,000 from Joe and Maria Odumodu on behalf of The Dispensary Pharmasave kicked off the campaign and will give them a lifetime naming opportunity on one of the large soccer fields. But there are a variety of ways of helping out including buying a brick for $100. “Once the $1.2 million dollar target is realized, the Woodstock Soccer Club will be debt free of our fundraising commitment to the City of Woodstock,” says Karen Langdon, Cowan Park Administrator. “However, it doesn’t stop there; we will be continually raising funds to assist withwith day to day activities. This will keep our membership fees reasonable so more youth and adults can realize the benefits of the Woodstock Soccer Club and the Cowan Park facility.” For more information on how you can donate, please visit www.cowanpark.com. Photo Supplied

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Keep the

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Check out what the City of Woodstock has to offer Story by Karyn Matwey

ummer is coming! And with the warm weather comes the usual question of how to entertain the kids all season. Here’s the good news! The City of Woodstock has plenty of choices that will both keep them happy and help them learn useful skills. “We have a wide variety of options,” says Patrick King, Supervisor of Aquatics and Recreation for the City of Woodstock. “The big thing for us is swimming lessons. We offer different opportunities depending on people’s schedules like weekly, or twice weekly and daily at both The splashpad is a popular attraction at the Southside Aquatics Centre facilities.” Swimming lessons are a great way to help kids learn it is an important skill to have for the entire family. But valuable skills, meet new friends and potentially gain a swimming isn’t the only thing being offered. great summer job as a lifeguard in the future. “We have our regular summer camps, on two sites this “We have a new life saving sport program and club. For year at Central Public School and Oliver Stephens for 6-12 the summer it’s weekly sessions Monday to Friday, to let year olds,” says King. “Each week will have a different kids give it a try. For teenagers we have a wide variety of theme and something new and we will be doing trips to things going on, like the leaders in training program for regional places to help kids learn new activities with a a day camp,” says King. “We also have a lot of leadership focus on introducing them to new things like tennis.” programs in regards to lifeguard training all summer They will get the chance to try out traditional sports including all bronze family certifications.” and some not so traditional ones like Ultimate Frisbee. All Also new this summer is a pay once pass for the entire to help kids get interested in being active. season, which is a great financial incentive for families. “We always have our summer swim team as well, but “For $30 kids get access all summer to the aquatic new this year we have an adult morning session,” says centre, the water park and the lion’s pool,” says King. “It’s King. “They get the chance to go and compete against $40 for adults. We also have the swim combo pass, which other communities in the region on a weekly and bigives access to Southside and the Water Park for $3.50.” weekly schedule.” It’s great for kids to get in the water, learn to swim and The ultimate goal is helping everyone be healthier. be active, but it’s important for parents to take part too. Getting outside and enjoying the summer season is the “We always think of kids learning to swim, but it’s just best way to increase fitness for the entire family. as important for adults and the summer is a great time to For more information visit the City of Woodstock learn,” says King. “For kids and adults, the ease of taking website at www.cityofwoodstock.ca. our leadership programs means they can complete it before Check out the COW Tales ‘Way Back When’ contest the season is done. The courses are a week long, but we on page 21 and enter today! have two week options as well.” It’s all about working it into your busy schedule and A: Woodstock WHAT’S ON WOODSTOCK | June 2014

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Funding your Future DEMOGRAPHICS THE NEW INVESTMENT TOOL

emographics help predict trends, and act as a planning tool to make forward thinking choices. An illustration is the prediction in 1992 that there would be a major recession 16 years in the future due to 80 million baby boomers in the US beginning to retire. You can’t ignore 80 million boomers! Here in Canada, we have 10 million baby boomers retiring over the next 20 years, and the impact of this will be felt in the housing market, health care and taxation. This will have a large say in the structuring of investments. Peter Schiff, a bestselling author and CEO of Euro Pacific Capital, is looking at the next crisis in the US economy due to their $16.4 trillion debt and the devaluing of the US dollar caused by the easing program over the next 7 years. Being aware gives us the ability to avoid potential problems. Most recently, we predicted a rebound in Japan, where corporate profits doubled last year, and that China will surpass the US in GDP by 2020. If the housing market is the biggest mover that drives markets, then China’s ability to build a city the size of Rome every month has to have a positive effect on China’s growth. Even if they slow to, say, a Rome-sized city every two months, their GDP will soon be bigger than the US. As baby boomers age, health costs will soar. Therefore, it makes sense to invest here, too. Last year, we saw health care funds on average gain about 50%. My partner for the past 30 years and I have been analyzing these kinds of trends to help our clients stay ahead of the game. This, along with the current diverse lineup of investment and insurance products gives us the ability to make a difference in providing our clients with protection, the building of assets and intelligent planning to reduce taxes. For more information visit globaldemographicsgroup.com, or, better still, contact me for a confidential appointment. Remember, “If you want to hit a moving target, aim where it will be NOT where it’s been.” John Glaysher MSC CD LLQP • JRG Financial Services Woodstock ON • 519-290-1490 • jglaysher @rogers.com www.woodstockinsurancecompany.ca

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une blooms and blossoms into full summer fun and with great deals, exciting events, family friendly entertainment and plenty of FREE parking, Downtown Woodstock is the place to be. The Downtown Farmers’ Market is now open every Thursday from noon until :pm at Museum Square. It is because of the support of the community the “little market that does”, continues to be successful and grow. Pick up everything you need to pack your picnic basket and cooler or stop and enjoy the bustling scene. Artisans and vendors showcase unique crafts, candles, jewellery and more. Delicious, nutritious berries begin in June! Luscious, tasty, juicy and sweet strawberries hand-picked and delivered from local farms are a healthy

indulgence for you and your family. And don’t forget to pick up asparagus which is now in season and brought fresh from fields close to home. It is easy to eat healthy, save money and connect urban and rural communities. Sunday, June th is Father’s Day and it’s easy to find the perfect way to remember the special man in your life. Whether it’s the perfect gift such as electronics, outdoor pursuits or clothing and music your merchants have it at prices you can afford. Perhaps the way to your guy’s heart is with a great steal in his honour. The many dining options in Downtown will indulge Dad with his favourite culinary delights served by friendly, attentive staff. June is also the month for graduations. As the student in your home moves forward

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on an exciting journey, everything they need to mark the occasion can be found close to home. Your grad will be the best dressed with the latest in apparel and accessories from one of the many fashion boutiques. Don’t forget to commemorate this milestone in their life with the perfect gift and card. Great prices, selection and plenty of FREE parking make Downtown Woodstock the place to get ready for graduation. June means its Patio Season at your favourite restaurants and pubs. Rejoice in the sunny weather and join family, friends and colleagues for dinner, drinks and entertainment. Mark your calendars for Summer Streetfest, August

th -th! The Ultimate  Day Street Festival will feature over  entertaining acts, great shopping, music, street vendors, Art in the Square and more! Award-winning musician Jack DeKeyzer headlines Woodstock Bikes & Blues on Saturday, August th and Streetfest Cruise, Sunday August th from :am:pm features classic cars, antique trucks and motorcycles. With plenty of FREE parking your summer fun is just beginning, as you Shop, Dine, Work and Play in Downtown Woodstock!

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We made a National Top 5 The Weather Network recently revealed the top 5 Canadian cities that get the most thunderstorm days in a year.

The Summer of 69’ was Blessed! In the summer of 1969, Cardinal Karol Wojtyla travelled to the centres representing the largest Polish communities in Canada which included a visit to Holy Cross church in Woodstock. In 1978 he became the first nonItalian pope in more than 400 years. Pope John Paul II was a vocal advocate for human rights and used his influence to effect political change. He died in Italy in 2005. He was declared a saint in April of 2014.

5. Stratford, Ontario – 30.13 days per year 4. Trenton, Ontario – 30.27 days per year 3. Woodstock, Ontario – 30.50 days per year 2. London, Ontario – 30.93 days per year 1. Windsor, Ontario – 33.24 days per year

* City of Woodstock From Fifth to 59 The Oxford Golf & Country Club was founded in July 1909 by a group of fun-loving citizens who purchased some pastureland from Henry Finkle to make the area’s first golf course at the end of Fifth Ave. The post-war era saw a resurgence in the game’s popularity and as a result the club’s membership swelled well beyond capacity of the small 9 hole course and cozy clubhouse. In 1956, the Oxford Golf & Country Club looked to expand to its current site on highway 59. Craigowan has entertained many memorable events and individuals over the past 58 years and next month will be host to the Canadian Women’s Amateur Golf Championship. Notable guests that have played Craigowan’s Robbie Robinson 18 hole design include actor Kevin Zegers, Walter Gretzky, Henri Richard, Ernie Whitt and the “Bronx Bomber” Joe Louis to name just a few.. That message has a nice ring to it! At the recent Ontario Hockey Federation banquet and tournament hosted by Woodstock Minor hockey, two pieces of hardware stole the show. Pictured right, top, is a ring from the Windsor Spitfires Memorial Cup championship. Below is a ring from the co-director of amateur scouting for the Pittsburgh Penguins. The owners of the rings explained to the young up and coming hockey stars how hard work and dedication are behind these rings.

Sole Food Probably the most unique restaurant Woodstock has ever seen used to be located on the north-east corner of Dundas and West St. where the Goodwill Store now operates. It was called “ Ye Olde Shu” restaurant and operated at that location of 867 Dundas St. from 1942 – 1848.

“Amazing C.O.W. Tales” are researched and compiled by Brad Janssen

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answered that Liz Wismer is a morning co-host on 104.7 Heart FM and Andrea Dunn is the morning host on Country 104. Carrie wins a $50 gift certificate from Kelsey’s Woodstock, plus she now qualifies for the $500 VIA Rail voucher to be drawn from all the monthly winners in November 2014.

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THE WINNER of May’s ‘Way Back When’ Contest is Carrie Hambleton! She correctly

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Do you remember Woodstock “Way Back When?” If so, you’re on your way to winning our contest. Send in or drop off your answer by the posted deadline. We will randomly pick one winner from the correct responses. The winner’s name will appear in the next edition of What’s On Woodstock. Here are some questions to get you thinking. Answer the last question (in bold) to enter the contest.

Q: Before taking the name of the “Woodstock Jr.

Q: Wearing her signature sparkling tiara she

Q: This popular women’s clothing store operated

Q: This brand of cigarette was featured on both the Perry Street arena score clock and score board on the far south diamond of the Southside Park sports field. (See page 3).

Navy Vets” for their travelling teams, Woodstock minor hockey used the image of what famous Charles Shultz cartoon character as their logo? (See page 15).

at the southeast corner of Dundas and Reeve St. for better than 3 decades. (See page 4).

was renown for singing “You are my Sunshine” on Saturday afternoons at the Southside Hotel (See page 7).

What year was the Market Building (Theatre Woodstock) built?

Send your answer along with your name and phone number to bjanssen@cityofwoodstock.ca by Friday June 13, 2014. You can also drop your answer in the contest box at City Hall.

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Fall Election Is Coming The Fall Story by Karyn Matwey

ith the Municipal Election just around the corner, a new website will make it easier for voters to check and update their information in advance. “The Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) prepares the preliminary voters’ list for municipalities,” says Amy Humphries, Deputy Clerk for the City of Woodstock. “Historically, we have had challenges with the accuracy of this list. These types of inaccuracies can create delays and line-ups for voters at the polls.” As anyone who has gone to vote and discovered their name missing from the list knows, this can be a hassle because it takes a lot of time and effort waiting in line and filling out forms and can even be a deterrent to voting. “During the 2010 Election, approximately 1,100 of the 9,000 voters in Woodstock had to be added to the voter’s list either at the polls or during the weeks leading up to the election,” says Humphries. MPAC has created a new solution to this problem by allowing voters to easily check their status and information online ahead of time. Voterlookup.ca is the online alternative to the traditional Municipal Enumeration Form (MEF) that homeowners receive in the mail. “Voterlookup.ca allows voters to update their information on-line before MPAC sends the preliminary voters’ list to the municipality,” says Humphries. The goal is to increase the number of voters who check and correct their information ahead of time. The previous method of MEF was costly and ineffective as the majority of people don’t return those forms, even if there is a problem. “Once the voters list has been received by the municipality and finalized, voters will be required to come into City Hall to sign the appropriate forms before voting or stand in line at the polling station if their name is not on the list or their information is inaccurate,” says Humphries. “We strongly encourage voters to verify their information online now to avoid inconveniences in the fall. A few minutes online today could save everyone time on Election Day with shorter wait times at the polls.” It is the responsibility of every elector to make sure they are eligible to vote. By providing the opportunity in an easy to use and secure website, they hope to make it a more efficient process. For more information visit voterlookup.ca, call MPAC at 1-866-296-6722 or visit the City of Woodstock website at www.cityofwoodstock.ca.

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Take a Tour of the City’s Finest Gardens

Hosted by the Woodstock Hospital Women’s Auxiliary Story by Karyn Matwey

The Woodstock Hospital Women’s Auxiliary is showcasing the most beautiful gardens around town and raising money for much needed equipment at the same time. “The auxiliary was looking for fundraising ideas and I suggested a garden tour,” says Deb Sutherland, co-organizer. “We started looking for gardens last summer, to make sure they would be in their best shape this year.” A final ten were selected to be a part of the tour, which will take place Saturday, June 11, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., and homeowners have been busy getting their gardens in peak condition. “They are all home gardens, we didn’t approach any businesses this time,” says Sutherland. “We aren’t naming any of them ahead of time as we want the tour to be a leisurely and surprising drive around town.” At the tenth garden, refreshments will be set up and all tickets come with a free entry for a spectacular prize. “To make it even more enticing, we decided to have a free draw for a $1,000 gift certificate from Different Seasons,”

says Sutherland. “Tickets are $20 and give you the chance to tour all of the gardens, refreshments and a ticket into the draw.” Tickets are on sale now at the hospital gift shop, Woodstock Print and Litho and Merrifield Book Store. Guests are welcome to begin at which ever garden they choose and they will all be outlined with their tickets. “It is rain or shine, and all of the gardens have a different flair to them, we have a good variety,” says Sutherland. “We will have master gardeners at some of the sites to answer questions about your own gardens.” The money raised is going towards a great cause, so everyone is encouraged to come out. “100% of the proceeds will go to the hospital and we are hoping to buy an IV pump for them as they indicated it was something they needed,” says Sutherland. Get your ticket now and have a wonderful afternoon out while helping our Woodstock Hospital!

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The library’s subscription to the Freegal Music Service has been upgraded to allow streaming of music, in addition to free downloads. The library’s Freegal subscription allows all cardholders to download three songs per week, or to stream up to three hours of music every day. Users can listen to playlists provided by Freegal or create custom playlists and add specific songs or entire albums. An updated mobile app for Android and Apple with Freegal streaming enabled is available in the app stores. Login to Freegal at: http:// woodstock.freegalmusic.com, or visit our website (http://mywpl.ca/books-more/emusic) for more information.

Adult Book Clubs - Season Finale June marks the last meeting for this season of the Library Book Clubs; but don’t hesitate to join us. The reading lists for next season will be unveiled that day. After June 5th, the 2013–2014 Reading Lists will be available in the library and on our website – just in time for summer days on the hammock!

June 5 Titles: Afternoon Title: 1:00–2:30 pm: Dance, Gladys, Dance by Cassie Stocks Evening Title: 7:00–8:30 pm: What Alice Forgot by Liane Moriarty

Woodstock Public Library 445 Hunter Street, Woodstock, ON

Phone: 519-539-4801 Web: www.woodstock.library.on.ca or mywpl.ca

WHAT’S ON WOODSTOCK | June 2014

SUMMER READING CLUB • Free! • Registration begins Saturday June 7, 2014 • Registration in person only What’s your spark? Where’s your inspiration? Find it this summer at the TD Summer Reading Club! All kids receive an activity/reading logbook filled with fun reading activities when they register. Kids can play Wolfie-o-Poly to find great books to read, earn lots of prizes and collect stickers for their activity book. Kids can interact with the TD Canada Trust Summer Reading Club website with a link from our website. With oodles of club times, it’s easy to drop in to play, enter our weekly draw for great prizes and enjoy a different activity each week. Program runs from June 7 to August 30, 2014.

Reading Buddies

Cook ‘n Craft

(for ages 6 to 12 years) Thursdays, 2–3:30 pm, July 3–August 28 This fun program combines crafting and cooking for kids with a different theme each week. A fee of $5 per program is required at registration.

Fab Fridays!

(for ages 6 to 12 years) Fridays, 10:30–11:30 am, July 4–August 22 A variety of fabulously fun activities and crafts. A fee of $3 per program is required at registration.

Happy Birthday Canada! (all ages)

Monday 10:30–11:30 am, July 15 Canada is turning 147 so let’s celebrate with stories, cake and lots of fun! Drop in all day to get your Canada Day tattoo while supplies last! No registration required. Free!

(for ages 4 to 11 years) June 30– August 22 Mondays........................................................2–4pm; 6:30–7:30 pm Tuesdays.........................................................................10–12 noon Wednesdays..........................................10–12 noon; 6:30–7:30 pm (for ages 6 to 12 years) Thursdays.......................................................................10–12 noon Monday, 10:30–11:30 am, July 7 Fridays...................................................................................2–4pm Get creative as we explore robots and intelligent machines. $6 fee required at registration. An added enhancement to our Summer Reading Club, kids can drop into the Children’s Department to give book reports (oral or (for ages 5 and up) written), practice reading, and play fun literacy games with our Monday, 10:30–11:30 am, July 14 youth volunteers. Register and start having fun at any of the drop Get up close and learn all about snakes, tortoises, lizards, in times starting June 30. Free! amphibians, arachnids and crocodilians in this fun and educational presentation. Tickets are $5 available June 7. (for ages 4 to 10 years) Tuesdays, 2–3:30 pm, July 8–August 19 (for ages 6 to 12 years) Interesting people from around Woodstock will be coming to the Monday, 10:30–11:30 am, July 21 library to read their favourite books and talk about their jobs. Take a ride with the Wright Brothers in this presentation on flight. Check the kid’s page of our website for details at www.mywpl.ca. $6 fee required at registration. No registration required. Free!

Mad Science: Robots 101

Ray’s Reptiles

Reading Around Woodstock

Summer Activity and Craft Programs for Kids • Fees as indicated due at registration • Registration for July and Aug. programs begins Sat., June. 7 • Registration in person only

Little Crafters

(for ages 3 to 5 years) Tuesdays, 10:30–11:30 am, July 8–August 26 A fun filled hour brimming with awesome crafts, stories and activities for preschoolers with a different theme each week. A fee of $3 per program is required at registration.

Craft Club (for ages 6 to 12 years)

Mondays, Wednesdays, 2–3:30 pm, June 30–August 27 Join the club and try out some fun and kooky crafts with a different theme each day. A fee of $3 per program is required at registration.

Friday Flicks

(for ages 5 to 12 years) Fridays, 2–3:30 pm, July 4–August 22 A different movie each Friday! No registration required. Free!

Mad Science: Fantastic Flyers

Storytime with Rapunzel (for ages 3 to 6 years)

Monday, 10:30–11:30 am, July 28 Rapunzel will be visiting the library with stories and treats fit for a princess! Come dressed as your favourite princess and don’t forget your camera! $2 fee required at registration

A Visit with Rapunzel

(all ages) Monday, 11:30–12:30 pm, July 28 Princess Rapunzel can’t wait to visit the Woodstock Public Library! Come to the children’s Department to meet and chat with her. Don’t forget your camera! No registration required. Free!

Mad Science: Science of Art (for ages 6 to 12 years) Monday, 10:30–11:30 am, August 11 Scientists aren’t the only ones who get creative … Find out how science and art go together. $6 fee required at registration.

WHAT’S ON WOODSTOCK | June 2014

Mad Science: Jr. Engineers (for ages 6 to 12 years) Monday, 10:30–11:30 am, August 25 Become a famous engineer like Eiffel or Bollman! Learn what the pros know about building structures. $6 fee required at registration.

- Summer storytimes • FREE! • No registration required

Babytime (birth to 12 months) Wednesdays.............................................................11:00–11:30 am July 2–August 20 Participate with baby in a fun filled half hour of stories, rhymes and songs. Toddler Tales (12 to 35 months)

Wednesdays.............................................................10:15–10:45 am July 2–August 20 Stories, rhymes and songs for toddlers accompanied by a caregiver.

Tales & Tunes (3 to 5 years)

Thursdays................................................................10:30–11:15 am July 3–August 21 A fun-filled storytime with songs, rhymes and crafts for preschoolers

- Summer programs for teens -

Amazing Race Summer Book Club 4 Teens (for ages 12–17)

June 30–August 30 Join our online Teen Summer Book Club and race your way around the world! Read from a list of awesome YA titles and earn great prizes. Track the progress of your favourite book as you make sure it is not the last to check in! Stay tuned to the teen page of our website for more information at www.mywpl.ca on how to register and the list of books to read this summer. Free!

Teen Scene Book Club

(for ages 12–17) Tuesdays, 7–8 pm, July 8, 29, August 19 Come out to our teen book club this summer! If you love books and want to share your favourites with other teens then drop in to the book club and enjoy some great books and snacks. Check the teen page of our website at www.mywpl.ca for upcoming book club titles

Teen Summer Volunteer Opportunities @ Woodstock Public Library (for ages 12–17)

If you are looking for a fun and rewarding opportunity to volunteer this summer to earn experience or community service hours come into the library or check out the teen page of our library website www.mywpl.ca for more information and a volunteer application form. Applications must be submitted by Monday, June 23 and successful applicants will be contacted for orientation and training on their choice of Thursday, June 26, 2-3 pm or Friday, June 27, 2-3 pm.

WHAT’S ON WOODSTOCK | June 2014

The Community Events Billboard June 2014 Events Woodstock Lawn Bowling Club, next to Southside Aquatic Centre. Every Tuesday and Thursday 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm. Info: Jill 519-539-7443.

Woodstock Choralaires Benefit Concert, Old St. Paul’s Church, 723 Dundas St. 7:00 pm. Tickets $15. Tickets available from the Church office or Merrifield Book Shop. Info: 519-537-3912.

Downtown Farmers Market, Museum Square, Downtown Woodstock. 12:00 pm–5:00 pm every Thursday.

Execulink Lawn Bowling Tournament, at the Woodstock Lawn Bowling Club next to Southside Aquatic Centre.

Woodstock Radio Control Flying Club, 9:00 am–12:00 pm. Try a remote control airplane with an instructor. Any age may come out; child must be accompanied by an adult. Visit www.woodstockrcflyingclub.ca.

Oxford Winds Annual Outdoor Concert, Free Concert at the Woodstock Public Library, 445 Hunter St. 6:30 pm. Refreshments will be served, bring your own lawn chair and enjoy! Rain Date: June 11 at 6:30 pm. Info: www.oxfordwinds.ca.

Heather Hiscox, CBC Journalist and Broadcaster is coming to Woodstock! Craigowan Golf and Country Club. Lunch and Speaker. Tickets $65 Sponsored by Woodstock Oxford Women’s Probus Club. Info: 519-537-8774.

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Rising Fire Camp Revival Weekend, Maple Grove Christian Retreat Centre, Thamesford. No Fee, non-denominational and everyone welcome! Keynote speaker: Glenn Bleakney & Pastor Darrell VanSickle. Info: www.hisministryofgrace.wordpress.com.

Classic Car Event & Fund Raiser for Roch Carrier School, 576 Brant St. 2:00 pm–5:00 pm. Enjoy the opportunity to view a variety of vintage cars or test drive a car from Woodstock Ford. For every test drive Ford will donate $20. Come enjoy the BBQ. Rain Date: June 28. Info: Contact Linda 519-539-8316.

Woodstock Hospital Auxiliary Garden Tour, 11:00 am–4:00 pm. Tickets available at the Hospital Gift Shop, Merrifields Book Shop and Woodstock Print and Litho. Info: 519-537-3313.

Alzheimer Society 24th Annual Golf Tournament, Oxford Golf & Country Club (Craigowan) 595838 Hwy 59 North. Lunch 12:00 pm, Tee-offs 1:00 pm. $150.00 per person cart included. Info: Sandra 519-421-2466 or email sandra@alzheimer.oxford.on.ca.

Sullivan Lawn Bowling Tournament, at the Woodstock Lawn Bowling Club next to Southside Aquatic Centre.

Woodstock Horticultural Society Meeting, Mutual Building at 7:00 pm.To hear Roland Craig speak on England’s Harrogate Flower Show and the grounds of Drummond Castle. There will be a flower show, plants for sale, door prizes and refreshments. Info: 519-539-1061.

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