WOW April 2020

April 2020

Your Go-To Community Magazine

Please monitor cityofwoodstock.ca/covid-19 for more information and updates concerning City of Pg. 6 Woodstock facilities and events in light of cancellations and precautions due to the COVID-19 Pandemic.

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EASTER EGG HUNT April 11, 2020

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LIGHTING OF MUSEUM SQUARE November 13, 2020

SANTA CLAUS PARADE

November 14, 2020

CHRISTMAS ORNAMENT EXCHANGE

November 19-21, 2020 For additional updates visit www.cityofwoodstock.ca or visit us on Facebook!

Everyone loves a parade... why not be part of one!

Check out the COW Tales ‘Way Back When’ contest on page 15 and enter today!

A: Tip O’Neill.

Photo by Andrew Norris

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IN THIS ISSUE 4 COVID-19 ADVISORY

Please monitor the City website for updates.

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EARTH WEEK

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MEET OUR NEW RECREATION PROGRAMS SUPERVISOR

Photo by Andrew Norris

In the first of a series of articles on how groups in Woodstock are working to strengthen our downtown, we look at the role of Woodstock Police Services.

This year is the 50th anniversary of the first Earth Day, and Woodstock is celebrating.

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Jason Jolicoeur has been on the job since last summer, and looks forward to introducing over 40 new recreational programs in the city.

ABOUT THE COVER April 2020

Your Go-To Community Magazine

NEXT EDITION

Spring is here and April is the month to celebrate Earth Week.

The May 2020 edition of WOW will be delivered with Canada Post beginning on April 27.

Please monitor www.cityofwoodstock.ca for details concerning City of Woodstock facilities and events in 6 Pg. light of cancellations and precautions over COVID-19.

CITY SCHEDULES AND SERVICES 2 8 11 12

City of Woodstock Special Events EnviroDepot WEAC: Celebrate Earth Day Community Complex Skating Schedule 16 WAAC: Remove Accessibility Barriers 17 Woodstock Public Library 20 WEAC: Gardening Tips

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Woodstock Museum NHS Woodstock Art Gallery Transit and Para‑transit Info What’s On Woodstock Rate Card Woodstock Recreation Summer Camps Check out the COW Tales ‘Way Back When’ contest on page 15 and enter today!

A: Burger King.

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Breaking News Concerning COVID-19 Due to the ever increasing seriousness of the COVID-19 virus, all City events promoted in this edition of What’s On Woodstock are pending. Many City facilities and activities have already been cancelled or postponed at the printing of this magazine and we strongly encourage you to monitor cityofwoodstock.ca/covid-19, as well as City of Woodstock Facebook and Twitter social media platforms for additional information and updates.

We thank you for your understanding and patience.

Check out the COW Tales ‘Way Back When’ contest on page 15 and enter today!

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Have your events listed in the FREE Event List on the back inside cover 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.

The City of Woodstock would like to take this time to remind all visitors and staff of suggested preventative measures to take against the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19).

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Part 1: Police services a building block in a downtown turnaround

To rejuvenate the downtown will mean tackling many challenges. There have been general societal trends in commerce, retail and social connectedness working against downtowns everywhere. In addition, there are affordable housing issues and homelessness, which effect downtowns disproportionately. Add to this an opioid crisis, and a large influx of new residents who have no historic connection to the downtown, and it could spell a long decline in the core. The City of Woodstock is ready to face these challenges. This is the first of a series of articles on how various groups in the city are working together to breathe new life into our city centre.

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t doesn’t seem like an unusual sight at first. A Woodstock City police officer walking along Dundas Street. But since January 1, when the City allocated the resources necessary, it has been different.

There are now two officers dedicated to a downtown presence. When you see one of these officers downtown, you’re seeing just the surface of an integrated team dedicated to addressing public concerns about safety and security in the city’s economic heart.

“Their mandate is to interact with the people who run businesses downtown, and their customer base, and all those who call downtown home,” says Woodstock City Police Chief Daryl Longworth.

“The police are working with other groups in the city to create a better environment there, while being respectful of everyone’s rights to enjoy the downtown responsibly.”

Their presence is already being felt by business owners and the public, who have told police they are feeling safer downtown.

“It’s important to be clear that these officers are not going to ‘clean-up the downtown;’ some issues can be dealt with by law enforcement, but often it’s a case of connecting people with the services they need,” he says.

Mental health care professionals have joined the police on the front line of the fight against homelessness and addiction that troubles our downtown. In our next issue we’ll see how the County’s Public Health Department is helping to turn around the downtown.

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An example of this approach is the partnership formed between police and CMHA in dealing with mental health issues in the city. The program, called M-Heart (Mental Health Engagement and Response Team), is a recognized strategy for crisis response that has been used across the province to address issues such as those the downtown is facing. The M-Heart program is just one of many partnerships that the police hope to apply downtown.

“Additionally, We have created a team of five or six community partners – police, City of Woodstock, CMHA, Oxford County Community Health, the BIA and United Way.” The group has been meeting formally for the last several months to ensure all viewpoints are recognized and to establish relationships at a high level.

The two dedicated downtown officers, like other WPS officers, have received training in crisis intervention and suicide prevention, and will work closely with mental health professionals and other social service and health agencies to provide direct support for those who need it.

“While we have to hold people accountable, police aren’t going to ‘arrest their way’ out of it,” he says. “The problems are just too complex.”

Often, early intervention saves effort all around. Police are called fewer times, there’s less stress on emergency health care providers and more engagement with mental health professionals.

The perception of safety and security downtown is as important as the reality, and having a visible police presence in the core is demonstrably effective at assuring the public that the downtown is a safe space.

“Just because there is homelessness downtown, doesn’t mean it’s not safe,” Longworth says.

A feeling of security downtown can only increase economic activity, encourage more downtown businesses and provide healthier social spaces to be enjoyed by the entire community.

You are invited!

Woodstock Travel and AMA Waterways

invite you to a FREE information session about river cruising!

When: Thursday, April 30, 2020, 1:00–2:30 pm Where: Ironworks, 529 Dundas St, Woodstock What to Expect: Draws, Fabulous Information, Treats, Fun! Amazing SAVINGS on all new bookings!

RSVP by April 25, 2020 to jacque@woodstocktravel.ca or call Woodstock Travel at 519-537-5464

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Items accepted at this site:

GENERAL INFORMATION Site attendants reserve the right to reject any load that appears to be a hazard. To help ensure the safe and efficient operation of the site, clients are asked to follow the procedures.

• All vehicles must report to the attendant window and provide identification • All children under the age of 12 must remain in the vehicle • All pets must remain in the vehicle

• No smoking on site • All loads must be tarped and properly secured • Obey traffic signs and attendants • Don’t scavenge • No household garbage or garbage bags

• Paints and coatings plus their containers • Solvents • Motor oil and oil filters plus their containers • Used cooking oil • Batteries (auto, alkaline and rechargeable) • Antifreeze and its containers • Pharmaceuticals

Items not accepted at this site: Items containing PCB’s, radioactive waste, explosives, ammunition, biomedical waste, putrescible waste and asbestos

SOLID NON-HAZARDOUS WASTE Items accepted at this site:

Refrigerate containing items will be charged a disposal fee of $10/unit.

Commercial vehicles are not accepted at this site.

• Bulding materials • Drywall • Furniture chests, tables, couches, chairs, desks, floor lamps, headboards • Carpet (6ft long, rolled and tied) • Mattresses and box springs • Pool covers, pool filters (no sand) • Water softeners (no salt)

*Payment accepted by Credit Card and Debit Card (No Cash)

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• Non-hazardous household goods • Pressure treated lumber • Metal appliances • Scrap metal • Asphalt shingles • Broken concrete • Porcelain items such as toilets and sinks • Glass • Tires • Electronic equipment

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The EnviroDepot is located at 944 James Street, Woodstock, Ontario N4S 0B5.

For more information on the EnviroDepot, please visit www.cityofwoodstock.ca/envirodepot In the event of an emergency or complaint, please call 519-539-2382 ext. 3181. After hours: 519-539-2382 ext. 3100.

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p an-u e l C ring r d Sp n onito a m y e a as rD . . Ple d Arbo e , ates l e l d e p m c i u t n ca for ess een d-19 b i At pr v e o v a/c ts ha ck.c o t even s d fwoo cityo Youth enjoy a game of basketball in Shanna Larsen Park, the site of this year’s tree planting day, scheduled for Saturday, April 25th.

Earth Day (Week) in Woodstock I f you’re marking calendars, here’s a milestone – Earth Day, April 22, marks the 50th Anniversary of the very first Earth Day in 1970.

Back then, the rallying points for a new generation of environmentalists were things like smog, oil spills and a river that literally caught fire (the Cuyahoga, in Cleveland). That day marked the beginning of the modern environmental movement, and led immediately in the U.S. to the passage of the Clean Air Act and the establishment of the Environmental Protection Agency.

Today, there are other, more recently discovered environmental threats, and more reasons than ever to celebrate our planet.

In Woodstock, that celebration lasts a week, beginning with the annual Spring Clean-up Day on Saturday, April 18. People should go to the Park Department’s shop in Southside Park (192 Wellington) at 8:00 a.m. Supervisor of Parks and Recreation Chris Kern says they will be ready for volunteers.

“We will provide some protective gear, a little training and traffic control for clean-up locations,” he says. Dress appropriately for what is often cool late-April weather, and the city will help with gloves and garbage bags, plus a bus ride to the clean-up spots.

The event wraps up at noon, where volunteers are provided with a BBQ lunch. Last year, about 120 people participated.

“Arbor Day is always the last Friday in April,” says Kern, and it’s a day of awareness and education. The day is usually hosted by a local school, but the Parks Department hasn’t picked a school yet, and may partner with a local non-profit instead this year.

The next day, Saturday the 25th, it’s tree-planting day, so, like Spring Clean-up, everyone can participate. The spot chosen this year is Shanna Larsen Park (1100 Upper

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Thames Drive), as the tree-plantings in Woodstock’s expanding trails system continue.

Volunteers in previous years often visit the trails to see the trees they helped plant in previous years.

“Especially children,” says Kern, “who sometimes even name the trees they planted.”

In all, about 700 trees will be planted, of various native species. “We select the right tree for the right place,” he says, “and that will depend on soil and moisture conditions.” The trees aren’t saplings, coming from the suppliers in 1 to 3 gallon pots. The trees cost $18 each.

Sponsors from previous years have stepped up to chip in again – Tabor’s Tree Services, Oxford Insta-Shade, the Lion’s Club, MacAlpine and Company and the Upper Thames River Conservation Authority. Donations from the public are welcome, says Kern, adding, “one hundred percent of the donations we receive go toward buying trees to plant.”

If you want to help, the planting starts at 8:30, dress appropriately, including footwear, and bring your favourite shovel. The event lasts till noon, and a free BBQ will be provided to volunteers.

Shanna Larsen Park is at 1100 Upper Thames Drive in Woodstock.

Check out the COW Tales ‘Way Back When’ contest on page 15 and enter today!

A: They are all local rock bands.

YOUR WOODSTOCK ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE PRESENTS

Green Tips

Celebrate Earth Day 2020 with WEAC at Upper Thames Brewery

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GYMNASTICS CLUB

The Woodstock Gym Club is a gymnastics club for children located at the Woodstock District Community Complex.

Phone: 519-421-0953

Please join WEAC to celebrate on Earth Day!

Wednesday, April 22nd at 7:00 pm, at Upper Thames Brewing Company, 225 Bysham Park Drive, Woodstock We will be presenting the team of Dr. Patricia Corcoran from Western University on plastics in the environment. Dr. Corcoran and her research group are investigating the potential for plastic debris to become part of the future rock record, thereby representing a Dr. Corcoran symbol of humankind’s global effect on Earth’s environment. They have vast experience and put on a great presentation.

Gymnastics Summer Camp Program A weekly half or full day program (in July & August) for children age 4–17. Student to instructor ratio is 7:1 for 4–17 year olds. Children are supervised and facility is air-conditioned.

First Day of Recreational Gymnastics Fall Term Registrations: Monday, August 17 starting at 1:30 pm.

First Day of Competitive & Pre-Comp Team Gymnastics 2020–2021 Season Registrations: Monday, August 17 starting at 1:30 pm.

For online registration and information, visit:

www.woodstockgymclub.com

Join us for some conversation and some delicious local beer.

Thanks to Upper Thames Brewing Company and the City of Woodstock for their support.

Brought to you by your Woodstock Environmental Advisory Committee and the City of Woodstock

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SPONSORED BY CITY OF WOODSTOCK PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT Participants must be 18 years of age or older. This will be strictly enforced. Please respect all skaters.

Monday

1:45–2:35 pm

Red Pad

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1:45–3:05 pm NEW

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NO SKATING DATES — April 1, 13 • ENDS APRIL 29

PARENT & TOT SKATING — FREE SPONSORED BY CITY OF WOODSTOCK PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT Maximum age of child participants is 6 years of age.

Pucks and sticks are NOT PERMITTED on the ice.

Parent and Tot gliders (skating aids) will be available.

Monday

4:00–4:50 pm

Green Pad (West)

Wednesday

1:00–1:50 pm NEW

Red Pad

Friday

9:00–9:50 am

Green Pad

NO SKATING DATES — April 1, 3, 10, 13 • ENDS APRIL 29

PARENT & TOT SHINNY HOCKEY — FREE SPONSORED BY CITY OF WOODSTOCK PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT Maximum age of child participants is 6 years of age.

Pucks and sticks ARE PERMITTED on the ice.

All participants must wear a helmet and gloves.

Parent and Tot gliders (skating aids) will NOT be available.

Monday

4:00–4:50 pm

Green Pad (East)

Tuesday

9:30–10:20 am

Green Pad

NO SKATING DATE — April 13 • ENDS APRIL 28

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J

ason Jolicoeur’s initial educational background didn’t foreshadow his current career. Jolicoeur was taking a degree in biochemistry.

Always involved in aquatics, the Windsor-area native decided to switch emphasis, and enrolled in Kinesiology at the University of Windsor, then specialized in Leisure and Sport Management.

That’s the background that landed him a position in Recreation for the Town of Essex.

A provincial- and national-level participant in aquatic leadership programs, Jolicoeur started to run into staff and managers from Woodstock at provincial meetings.

Then, a job came open in Woodstock.

“I already knew many of the team (from the City of Woodstock) through the Lifesaving Society, and I knew I wanted to work with them,” he says. He still is an active participant at provincial-level initiatives such as High Five, a comprehensive quality standard for children’s programming led by Parks and Recreation Ontario. He has been working with the City since the end of July 2019.

Supervising the City’s recreational programs is only part of his job, however. He is also responsible for sponsorship and naming opportunities in the city.

“There are dozens of sponsorship opportunities in Woodstock,” he says. “Rink boards and stadium signage, park benches, even naming rights on larger facilities. We’re putting together a catalogue of opportunities now.”

Although he has less experience at the sponsorship part of the job, he did handle advertising signage when he worked for the Town of Essex.

He looks forward to introducing new programming at Woodstock’s many and varied recreational facilities.

“We have 42 new programs!” he says. “Including dodgeball, ninja nerf battles (!) and HIIT (high intensity interval training) stroller fit, where we encourage people with children in strollers to be active with their toddlers.” Many new programs can be found in the newly-released Spring and Summer Recreation and Leisure Guide.

“There’s also a huge range of traditional sports,” he says, “and a lot of options for birthday party activities at Cowan Park.”

For inquiries about sponsoring with the city, give him a call at 519-539-1291 ext. 2742.

Photo by Jeff Culp

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Look for Langdon A rising star from “The Friendly City” continues to shine on the small screen. Madi Langdon will be reprising her role as Winnie in the hit series The Next Step, which airs on the BBC in the UK. The popular show is available this spring on the CBC Gemini App. Madi fits the role to a tee as the kids show follows a dance team that makes their way to the Nationals, Regionals and Internationals.

Langdon grew up being a competitive dancer at the Elite Dance Centre in Woodstock. Langdon has also appeared on the TV * City of Woodstock series Nurses on Global TV.

A Woodstonian and National Treasure Accomplished physician-scientist Dr. David Naylor of Woodstock, is the past dean of medicine and president emeritus at the University of Toronto, broadly recognized for his visionary and far-reaching contributions to health research, education, administration and policy. Dr. Naylor is a Rhodes Scholar earning a DPhil at the University of Oxford before training in internal medicine at the University of Western Ontario. The WCI graduate is the recipient of numerous awards and honours, including the Order of Canada.

Woodstock’s “Ace” in the Hole!

Woodstonian Tom Williams is a member of the Aviation Hall of Fame.

Captain Williams was the first Canadian contingent during the 1915 gas attack at Ypres. He joined the Royal Flying Corps two years later, shooting down 13 enemy planes, making three emergency landings, and being promoted to captain and awarded a Military Cross. At age 56, he was too old for Second World War service, so he became a test pilot for Fleet Aircraft in Fort Erie, Ontario. Captain Williams took his final solo flight at age 86. He died in Woodstock in 1985, just three months shy of his 100th birthday.

Some People Call Him Percy For those in Woodstock that knew Jeff Tonner growing up, always knew he was pushing the envelope with his fearless antics. Below is the text that accompanied the image that was featured in a program promoting the Trans Canada Hell Drivers which often performed at the Woodstock Fair. Trans Canada Hell Drivers welcome a newcomer to their thrill show this year – JEFF TONNER. Jeff will leave you spellbound as he takes his Can-Am motorcycle through its paces… his specialty is wheel stands but you will also see Jeff jump his motor over a number of cars from ramp to ground. Jeff also appeared on the American television show, That’s Incredible.

COW Tales have been contributed by Brad Janssen and Jeff Culp.

Visit us online at www.facebook.com/WhatsOnWoodstock

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CONTEST

THE WINNER of the March ‘Way Back When’ Contest is Robyn

Gibson of Woodstock! She correctly answered the Market Centre was built in 1895. Stephanie wins a $50 gift card from Kelseys Original Roadhouse Woodstock, plus she now qualifies for a $100 Kelseys Original Roadhouse Woodstock gift card to be drawn from all the monthly winners in November.

Thank you to our sponsor!

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. What was the first business that opened where the east end Tim Hortons now operates (942 Dundas St)? (See pg. 3)

Q. What do the following have in common? a) Canon, b) Shattered, and, c) War Pig. (See pg. 10)

Q. How many seats are there on a City of Woodstock Transit bus?

(See pg. 4)

Q. What former Woodstock professional baseball player shares a name with the 47th Speaker of the House of Representatives? (See pg. 3)

Q. Why did Woodstock have a parade on July 27th, 2014?

Send your answer along with your name and phone number to bjanssen@cityofwoodstock.ca by Thursday, April 9th, 2020.

You can also drop your answer in the contest box at City Hall.

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By: Sarah Savoie

How To Remove Accessibility Barriers

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How to Remove Accessibility Barriers

Visit https://accessibility.uwo.ca for more information

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Woodstock Accessibility Advisory Committee (WAAC) Please email the committee at: accessibility@cityofwoodstock.ca or phone (519) 539-1291.

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Public Library Your Destination Destination for for Discovery Discovery Your SPRING STORYTIMES Each program includes age appropriate stories, rhymes, songs and activities designed by library professionals to help children develop literacy skills and a love of reading. Space is limited.

Please register in advance. Registration is ongoing.

Tales & Tunes (3–5 years)

Wednesdays.....................................................10:15–11:00 am April 8–May 6 Tales & Tunes is a musical storytime for preschoolers that will cultivate a love of books with stories, songs, active rhymes and a craft.

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Baby Bubblers (3–36 months)

Wednesdays.................................................... 10:00–10:30 am March 4–April 29 at Woodstock YMCA, Fee: $6* Join us in the pool for this wild and wet storytime for babies and their caregivers with stories, songs and lots of splashing! No registration required. (* Free with YMCA membership.)

Babytime (birth to 12 months)

Thursdays........................................................11:00–11:30 am Fridays.............................................................11:00–11:30 am April 9–May 8 Babytime is an interactive program for infants and their caregivers that introduce them to a life-long love of books with songs, active rhymes and stories.

Toddler Tales for Ones & Twos (12–35 mos) Wednesdays..................................................... 11:15–11:45 am Thursdays........................................................10:15–10:45 am April 8–May 7 Toddler Tales is an active program for toddlers and their caregivers with stories, rhymes, songs and a simple craft.

Fridays.............................................................10:15–10:45 am April 17–May 8 Build on stories through fun, hands-on STEAM based activities for preschoolers.

Photo by Wittayayut – Fotolia

Photo by Arina Habich – Fotolia

Story Explorers (3–5 years)

STEAM Storytime (1–5 years)

Saturdays........................................................ 10:30–11:30 am April 11–May 9 Join us in the program room for this interactive storytime for families with toddlers and preschoolers that include stories, songs and fun STEAM activities. No registration required.

PROGRAMS FOR KIDS After School Meet Up @ the Library (5–12 years) Wednesdays, 3:45–4:45 pm April 8 Lego Club & Gaming April 15 Art Smarts April 22 Free Tech Time April 29 Lego Club & Gaming Drop in after school and meet up with your friends! We’ll have tons of fun in our program room with different activities each week. No registration required.

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PROGRAMS FOR TEENS

Baby Picassos (birth–18 months) 11:00–11:30 am, Monday, April 6 It’s never too early to start creating! Join us the first Monday of the month for messy fun in an interactive program designed especially for little hands. Babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers are invited to explore, experiment and create art together. All materials are nontoxic and baby friendly.

Registration is ongoing.

What’s Cooking? (12–17 years)

What’s better than eating? Learning how to cook! Once a month we’ll feature local cooks or fun cooking demos. All you need to bring is your appetite! No registration required.

Easter Egg Decorating

Photo by Oksana Kuzmina – Fotolia

6:30–8:00 pm, Tuesday, April 7 Learn the techniques for dying Easter eggs and create your own decorative Easter display.

Teen Advisory Group (TAG) (13–17 years) 7:00–8:00 pm, Tuesday, April 14 The Library is looking for teens age 13–17 who want the opportunity to share their ideas for ways to improve our teen spaces, YA collections and to help plan fun events for teens.

You can also earn community service hours towards your high school diploma. We meet the second Tuesday of the month from September to June. Interested teens can contact Heather Mathers at 519-539-4801ext 3013 or email hmathers@mywpl.ca for more information. New members are always welcome!

Curiosity Club (2–5 years) Mondays, 2:00–3:00 pm, April 6, 20, 27 Calling all curious preschoolers: join us with your caregiver to learn through play, art, and hands-on activities! This interactive program will foster imagination and creativity while building early literacy skills. No registration required.

Bullet Journalling for Teens

Saturdays, 10:00 am–5:00 pm Sundays, 1:00–5:00 pm Drop in to the Children’s area for seasonal drop in activities, crafts and fun!

April 11 – Easter Fun!

Drop in to the children’s department for Easter crafts and activities.

Maker Lab (6–12 years) 2:00–3:30 pm, Saturday, April 11 The second Saturday each month we will introduce kids to really cool, techy, Maker fun. Program robots, play with Lego or try your hand at computer programming, just to mention a few. No registration required.

Photo supplied

Paws for Stories (5–10 years) 12:00–1:00 pm, Saturday, April 18 Diggs loves to be read to! Once a month, he will visit the library to listen to your child practice reading. Register for a 15 minute reading session with Diggs, a child certified therapy dog from St. John’s Ambulance. Spaces are limited and registration is ongoing.

Lego Club and Gaming (6–12 years) 2:00–3:30 pm, Saturday, April 25 The fourth Saturday each month come build, play board games or video game with your friends! No registration required.

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Weekend Pop Ups (all ages)

6:30–8:00 pm, Tuesday, April 21 The third Tuesday each month, express your thoughts and track your life with a bullet journal. Learn how to create pages, design a calendar, track your moods – you decide! We’ll supply everything you need to create a journal. New members always welcome!

Teen Drop In (10–14 years)

Drop in the fourth Tuesday evening of each month for a variety of crafty and techy activities. Snacks provided. No registration required

Minute to Win It & Game Café 6:30–8:00 pm, Tuesday, April 28 Get ready for GAMES! Compete against your friends with fun Minute to Win It challenges, or play board and card games.

Teen Tech: Kahoot Trivia Night (12–17 years) 7:00–8:00 pm, Wednesday, April 29 Test your wits in our teen trivia challenge! Use our iPads to answer trivia questions and compete against your friends in real time. Prizes and snacks!

Prom & Grad Hair Styles 7:00–8:30 pm, Tuesday, May 5 Are you looking for a hair style for Prom or Grad? Then join us at the Woodstock campus of Fanshawe College and discover what is currently trending and get a free, trial updo from one of the stylists at Fanshawe College’s Hair Styling program. Spaces are limited. Registration required.

Programs for Adults Seed Library

March to May Spring is almost here and it is time to visit our seed library to “borrow” vegetable and flower seeds to enhance your garden. In the fall, drop off your seeds for others to borrow next spring.

Calling all “Mahj” Fans!

10:15 am–12:15 pm, Tuesdays, April 7, 14, 21, 28 For American Mah Jongg players looking for a friendly game, join us in the program room on Tuesday mornings. Don’t know how to play? Drop in and we’ll teach you! We can accommodate up to 16 players, so first come, first serve.

Pub Trivia Night

7:00–9:00 pm, Wednesday, April 15 Join us at Upper Thames Brewing Company once a month for Pub Trivia, where you and your teammates can test your smarts against other beer enthusiasts. Upper Thames Brewing Co. will sell the drinks and WPL will provide the questions! Participants must be 19 years of age or older.

Adult Craft Series

New for 2020 is our monthly adult crafting series. Register for a variety of different crafts each month. Registration is ongoing, and some may fees apply.

Marbled Drink Coasters 6:30–8:00 pm, Thursday, April 23 As the hot days of summer draw near, the cold drinks start to come out. It’s the perfect time to join us in making marbled drink coasters. Equipped with water, nail polish, coasters and some toothpicks, we will supply everything you need. A $5 material fee is due at registration.

Afternoon Book Club

1st Thursday of the month, 1:00–2:30 pm Join us each month for lively conversation and refreshments. Our afternoon book club is now year round!

Last Friday of the month, starting at 6:00 pm New this spring, join us for free movies the last Friday of the month! We’ll provide the popcorn and movie in our program room complete with surround sound! Use one of our chairs, or bring your own lawn chair. No registration required.

Photos by Columbia Pictures

May 7

Friday Night Movies

The Starlet and the Spy

by Ji-Min Lee

Evening Book Club @ Crabby Joe’s

2nd Wednesday of the month, 7:00–8:30 pm Join us on our new day at Crabby Joe’s for an enjoyable evening of book discussion and refreshments of your choice.

April 8

The Missing Millionaire

by Katie Daubs

May 13

The Starlet and the Spy

by Ji-Min Lee

Early Bird Book Club @ Early Bird Coffee

2nd Friday of the month, 9:00–9:45 am Join us at Early Bird Coffee, and start your day with fresh brewed coffee and great book discussion.

April 17

The Missing Millionaire

by Katie Daubs

May 8

The Starlet and the Spy

by Ji-Min Lee

Little Women 6:00 pm, Friday, April 24 Little Women, or Meg, Jo, Beth and Amy, is the first book in Louisa May Alcott’s Little Women series. The story revolves around the lives of four sisters growing up during and after the Civil War. With their father off fighting the war, the girls face the hardships and constraints of poverty and social expectations.

Local Author Fair

Saturday, April 25, 1:00–4:00 pm WPL will host a local author fair to bring together published authors and aspiring writers for an afternoon of learning and sharing. The event begins with author readings and author tables that offer published books for sale. Registration for author tables begins March 21.

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Photo by Glenn Green and Carol VandenEngel

YOUR WOODSTOCK ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE PRESENTS

Green Tips

Gardening Tips As the daylight increases and the weather warms, it is time to start planning our gardens. While every garden plant has different growing requirements, April is a great time to start your plants indoors by a sunny window or in a warm room under a grow light. Follow these recommended planting dates so that you have healthy transplants ready to put in the ground after the average last frost date (mid to late May in our location). ✱ Tomatoes & Herbs – Start indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost date ✱ Zucchini & Cucumbers – Start indoors 4–6 weeks before the last frost date ✱ Peas & Carrots – Direct seed into your garden in late April or early May ✱ Beans – Direct seed into your garden after the chance of frost has passed ✱ Leafy Greens – Start indoors and transplant into your garden in April or Early May (can also be direct seeded)

Traveloguing @ WPL

Canoe for Change with Glenn Green and Carol VandenEngel 7:00–8:00 pm, Thursday, April 30 In September of 2019, Glenn and Carol achieved their goal of canoeing across Canada to raise awareness about food security in our communities. This presentation will offer a glimpse of their epic journey across the country, highlighting the scenery, heavy weather, and generosity of the people they met along the way.

There is no fee for this event, but please consider bringing a nonperishable food donation for our local food bank.

Technology Programs for Adults Book a Librarian

Book a time for one-on-one assistance on any topic Book a 30 or 60 minute session to talk to a librarian for help on any topic such as downloading eBooks, navigating your device or laptop, downloading free music or movies from our library website, local history research, and more.

Mondays, Tuesdays.............................................2:30–3:30 pm Wednesdays, Thursdays......................................6:30–7:30 pm Fridays, Saturdays............................................ 10:15–11:15 am

iPad Photos

2:30–3:30 pm, Friday, April 17 Learn more about your iPad camera and photos apps. Learn how to take photos, plus organize, download from iCloud, and share your photos and albums. Spaces are limited so register early.

If you are looking for flower or vegetables seeds for your garden, the Woodstock Seed Library at the Woodstock Public Library has a selection that you are welcome to have for FREE. Just remember that you are expected to save seeds from the plants you grow and return them so that the success of the library continues. No time to start your own seeds indoors? Consider buying your transplants from one of the independent nurseries here in Woodstock. Happy growing in 2020!

Introduction to iCloud

10:15–11:15 am, Monday, April 20 Learn what iCloud and iCloud drive are and how this cloud computing service can be useful for you. Bring your Apple device and your questions. Spaces are limited so register early.

Travelling with Your iPad

2:30–3:30 pm, Friday, April 24 Learn more about using your iPad while travelling including using public wifi networks, tablet safety and security, and communication methods such as Skype. Spaces are limited so register early.

Woodstock Public Library 445 Hunter Street, Woodstock, ON Brought to you by your Woodstock Environmental Advisory Committee and the City of Woodstock

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Phone: 519-539-4801 Web: www.mywpl.ca

Woodstock Museum Woodstock Museum National Historic Site National Historic Site

Keeping Warm

A new exhibit on how we have adapted to the cold!

Museum Escape Room The Queen’s Tea January 18th to April 25th

Thursdays, Saturdays Tuesday, April 21st Thursdays, Fridays Fridays and and Saturdays

Sept 14 to Oct 19 Sept 14 to Oct 19

1:00–2:30pm $30 / $25 for Members

Celebrate Queen Elizabeth II’s birthday with a spot of tea. Enjoy a light lunch of a set tasting menu of British sweet & savoury treats & see the royals in our permanent exhibit. Very limited seating.

Register at woodstockmuseum.ca

Booking Booking Starts Starts Aug Aug 6th!

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Email: museum@cityofwoodstock.ca Email: museum@cityofwoodstock.ca Website: woodstockmuseum.ca Website: woodstockmuseum.ca

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Woodstock Museum Woodstock Museum National Historic Site National Historic Site

Butter Sculpture Workshop Wednesday, April 8th 6:30–8:00pm for Adults $30 / $25 for Members Register at woodstockmuseum.ca or 519-537-8411 ext. 2901 Try sculpting the Ross Butler way with special guest David Butler! Butter generously sponsored by the Dairy Farmers of Ontario.

Museum Escape Room

Felted Bird Workshop

Foodie Film Fridays

Thursdays, Fridays Fridays and and Saturdays Saturdays Thursdays, Calling Bird Fun Food Fakes

Sept 14 to Oct 19 Sept 14 to Oct 19

Tuesday, April 21st

Friday, April 3rd

6:30–8:00pm for Adults

6:30–9:00pm for ages 10–14

Booking Starts Starts Aug Aug 6th!

6th!

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$30 / $25 for Members Create your own cute black bird. Over the year we’ll attempt each bird in the ‘Twelve Days of Christmas.’ Join one for fun, or join them all. All materials provided.

$25 / $20 for Members

Create a delicious & edible illusion in celebration of April Fools’ Day! Craft cool eats & treats with friends. Play games or watch a movie on a night out.

Book early to avoid disappointment Book early to avoid disappointment

466 Dundas Street, Woodstock, ON, N4S 1C4 466 Dundas Street, Woodstock, ON, N4S 1C4 Tel: 519-537-8411 Fax: 519-537-7235 Tel: 519-537-8411 Fax: 519-537-7235

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Email: museum@cityofwoodstock.ca Email: museum@cityofwoodstock.ca Website: woodstockmuseum.ca Website: woodstockmuseum.ca

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CREATE @ THE WAG HOURS

449 Dundas Street, Woodstock ON, N4S 1C2 519.539.6761 waginfo@cityofwoodstock.ca | woodstockartgallery.ca

Tuesday to Saturday 10 am – 5 pm Open Late on Wednesdays 10 am – 7 pm

Guest Curator Linda Jansma Exhibition On Until January 23, 2021

CREDIT LINE

Malaya Akulukjuk, Canadian, 1915-1995. Untitled (Dancing), c.1973. Felt pen on paper. 20.2 x 25 cm. Gift of Eileen Senior and James and Mary Moorhead. Photo credit: Robert McNair

CREDIT LINE

Curators

Carolyn Hickey Mary Reid

Guest Researcher

Julia de Kwant

Exhibition On Until

June 27, 2020

Eva Bradshaw, Canadian. Untitled (Still Life, Flowers in a Vase). Oil on board. 38.5 x 42.5 cm. Purchased with the assistance of the Art Acquisition Fund, City of Woodstock. Photo credit: Robert McNair

Curator Exhibition On Until CREDIT LINE

Mary Reid June 27, 2020

John McEwen, Work Horse, 2019. Corten steel. Photo Credit: John McEwen

PRINTMAKING POSSIBILITIES Collograph

BARCODE 8841

Age: 14+

Instructor: Andrew Moore

Wednesdays April 1 –15

6:30 – 9:00pm

$85 members, $100 non-members (3 sessions)

START WITH ART

BARCODE 6832

Age: 2 – 5 and their caregivers

Instructor: Dee Logan

Tuesdays April 1–May 12

10:00 –11:00am

$6/week drop-in The WAG’s newly designed preschool program introduces young children and their caregivers to the world of art. Create and explore stories, art and more! Registration is required. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Drop-in is available.

Generously supported

by United Way Oxford Community Initiatives Fund.

INTRODUCTION TO ART FUNDAMENTALS

BARCODE 8838

Age: 16+

Instructor: Dee Logan

Wednesdays April 8 – May 27

1:00 – 2:30pm

$85 members, $100 non-members (8 sessions) This 8-week program is designed for all levels of creativity. Explore the elements and principles of design in the printmaking studio. Students will practice the basic fundamentals, discovering new techniques and materials to create a variety of artworks and art cards to keep and share.

No previous experience required. All tools and materials are included in the cost of registration.

REGISTRATION: Contact the Woodstock Art Gallery via email at waginfo@cityofwoodstock.ca, by phoning 519-539-6761, or visit woodstockartgallery. ca for online registration.

Discover relief printmaking methods and practices by creating a collograph. A collograph is a great way to design a printing plate with found objects like leaves, fabric, glue and much more. No drawing or previous printmaking skills are needed. Students will create a multi-colour collage print filled with textures, tones and patterns.

PRINTMAKING POSSIBILITIES Monotype and Drypoint Intaglio

BARCODE 8839

Age: 16+

Instructor: Jennifer Hamilton

Saturday April 18

10:30am – 4:00pm

$85 members, $100 non-members In this fun and experimental workshop, instructor Jen Hamilton will introduce drypoint intaglio, a method of printmaking. Using a monotype technique, students will create rich and visually interesting varied editions. Students are asked to bring drawings and photos to work from. This workshop will also examine the use of Japanese papers and non-traditional materials to print on.

INTRODUCTION TO MOSAIC ART

BARCODE 8840

Age: 16+

Instructor: Heather Vollans

Saturday April 25

10:30am – 4:00pm

$85 members, $100 non-members Working on a prepared plywood board, students will have the opportunity to experiment with a variety of materials to design and create an ungrouted ceramic/stone mosaic artwork. Instructor Heather Vollans will discuss and examine design ideas for dynamic composition, and will demonstrate proper use of tools and materials provided. This workshop includes information about how and where to source bases for mosaic work, how to prepare your base and what to avoid!

LAST DAY OF REGISTRATION: One week before start date of session. Classes will be cancelled if minimum registration is not met.

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Info Line: 519-539-1291 ext. 3104 (Mon. to Fri.) 8:30 am–4:30 pm

PARA-TRANSIT Effective August 2, 2016

Para-Transportation Services Available for Registered Eligible Individuals Para-Transit Service provided by the City of Woodstock

Transit Fare Rates & Special Discount Passes (effective Aug. 2, 2016)

CASH FARES* Adult/Senior $2.50 Students (age 5–18) $2.50 Children (under 5) FREE

*Note: Exact change is required on the bus.

SPECIAL DISCOUNT / ONE CARD PASSES Han-D-Ride Value Pass 12 Rides $25 Student/Senior (60+) Pass Monthly $48 $60 Adult Pass (non-transferable) Monthly All day $7.50 Group Pass (2–5 riders) Monthly Han-DPURCHASE PASSES AT THESE LOCATIONS Pass Rides City Hall ✓ ✓ Community Complex ✓ ✓ Engineering / Public Works ✓ ✓ Fanshawe College (STride & Student Passes) ✓ Foodland ✓ ✓ South Gate Centre ✓ ✓ Southside Aquatic Centre ✓ ✓ St. Mary’s H.S. (STride & Student Passes) ✓ TD Bank (Wellington/Dundas) ✓ ✓ Walmart Lottery Kiosk ✓ ✓ Woodstock Art Gallery ✓ ✓ Woodstock Museum NHS ✓ ✓ Woodstock Public Library ✓ ✓ Please note: passes are not available on the bus, except for Group Pass, which is only available on bus.

STride Passes are only valid from July 1–Aug 31.

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Cash Fare

$2.50

Regular hours of operation Mon–Fri 6:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 8:00 am–10:00 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–7:00 pm, Monday through Friday and 9:00 am–7:00 pm on Saturday.

(Voicemail is available outside of regular hours).

All passes accepted on conventional transit are now accepted on Para-Transit.

Registration forms are available at City Hall.

Note: Photo I.D. cards will be required in order to use this service.

Questions concerning eligibility criteria?

Phone 519-539-1291

COMMUNITY EVENTS SPONSORED BY WOW MAGAZINE April

Destinations Travel & Cruise Centre and G Adventures, Woodstock Museum, 466 Dundas St, 6:30–8:00pm.

Connect to the world with small group adventure.

RSVP by April 3rd to 519-533-0502. See ad on pg. 9.

11 Rotary Fish Fry Dinner & Dance, Oxford Auditorium Fairgrounds, 875 Nellis St, Doors, 6:00pm, Dinner 7:00pm, Tickets $40ea. Eat and dance the night away, with music from Ferguson Drive and a DJ. Call 519788-4758, 519-536-9555, or WDDS 519-539-7447 ext 302.

14 Woodstock Horticultural Society Meeting, Mutual Building, Fairgrounds, 875 Nellis St, 7:00pm. James Graham will speak on “Old Fashioned Country Gardens.” There will be plants for sale door prizes and refreshments. For information call 519-539-1061.

17–25 Theatre Woodstock presents Strangers Among Us, 22 Reeve St, 7:30pm evening performances, 2:00pm matinees on Apr. 19 & 25. Tickets and information at 519-537-2582 or theatrewoodstock.com. See ad on pg. 9.

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WEAC Celebrates Earth Day, Upper Thames Brewing Company, 225 Bysham Park Dr, 7:00pm, featuring Dr. Patricia Corcoran and her team from Western University. See ad on pg. 11.

Woodstock Choralaires Spring Concert “Lights, Camera, Action,” Maranatha CRC, 735 Frontenac Cres, shows at 2:00pm & 7:30pm. Tickets $25 are available from Choralaire members, Merrifield Book Shop, Ticketscene. ca or by calling 519-536-7630. Details and more at www.woodstockchoralaires.com. See ad on pg. 7.

Salad Euchre, Woodstock Legion Auditorium, 642 Dundas St, 11:30am. Cost is $12 for Lunch & Euchre, $9 for Lunch only and $3 for Euchre only. Euchre starts at 1:00pm. Accessible building. All are welcome.

Oxford Historical Society Meeting, Woodstock Museum, 466 Dundas St, 6:45pm, Free. Brenda Boswell, presents Women Cyclists in Oxford County in the Early 1900’s.

All are welcome to attend. Please check out our website at www.oxhs.ca for the latest information.

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2020 Schedule What's On Woodstock Magazine is published nine times annually. Here are our remaining editions.

Reservation Material Release Deadline Deadline Date

May

Apr 1

Apr 3

Apr 27 ¹

June/July*

May 6

May 8

Jun 1 ¹

August

Jun 30

July 3

July 27 ¹

September

Aug 5

Aug 7

Aug 31 ¹

October

Sept 2

Sept 4

Sept 28 ¹

Nov/Dec*

Sept 30

Oct 2

Nov 2 ¹

Non-Profit Regular

Eighth page

$85

$105

Quarter page

$140

$195

Half page (tall or wide)

$240

$330

Full page

$445

$565

Covers (inside, back)

$665

$665

Advertising Rates are for ad placement only. Advertising design production charges will be billed separately.

Advertising Sizes Size

Dimensions (w × h)

* Combined issue. ¹ Canada Post Delivery beginning week of date shown.

Eighth page

3.5 × 2.25"

Quarter page

3.5 × 4.65"

Advertising Contacts

Half page wide

Brad Janssen (editor) – City of Woodstock 519-539-1291 ext. 4102 bjanssen@cityofwoodstock.ca Andrew Norris – Flying Squirrel Design Inc. 226-242-0841 wow@flyingsquirreldesign.com

Half page tall Full page no bleeds

7.125 × 4.65" 3.5 × 9.425" 7.125 × 9.425"

Full page bleed (with ¼" bleeds) Trim: 8.125 × 10.625" Trim size: 8.125 × 10.625"

4-5yrs

6-9yrs

July 27-31

12-16 years 8:30am-4:30pm

wAg Summer camp Registration

PLeASe See THe ciTy Of wOOdSTOck SummeR RecReATiOn guide OR eAcH fAciLiTy’S weBSiTe fOR mORe deTAiLS On THeSe cAmPS

leaderShip Camp

THe ciRcuS PROJecT 6-12 years July 20-24 9:00am-4:00pm

dAncing kidS 6-12 years August 3-7 1:00pm-4:00pm August 24-28 9:00am-12:00pm

TABLe TOP gAmeS 9-14 years August 31-September 4 1:00-4:00pm

cReATive JeweLRy 7-13 years June 29-July 3 and Aug 3-7 1:00-4:00pm August 31-September 4 9:00am-12:00pm

cOOking in THe kiTcHen 9-13 years July 13-17 and July 27-31 1:00-4:00pm

Creative CampS

STemOTicS: ScRATcH cOding cReATing STORieS, gAmeS And AnimATiOnS 4-14 years August 10-14 9:00am-4:00pm

STemOTicS: LegO wedO 2.0 AdvAnced ROBOTicS 4-14 years July 27-31 9:00am-4:00pm

7:30am- 5:30pm!

Camps now run from

summEr Camps

SportS CampS

9:00am-12:00pm

2020

Register online at www.cityofwoodstock.ca/onlineregistration For more information please contact the Woodstock Art Gallery 519-539-6761 waginfo@cityofwoodstock.ca woodstockartgallery.ca

LiTTLe veTeRinARiAn 6-12 years July 20-24 and August 17-21 9:00am-12:00pm

STeAm mAkeRS 9-12 years July 6-10 and August 17-21 1:00-4:00pm

SCienCe, teChnology, engineering and math CampS

fLAg fOOTBALL 9-13 years 9:00am-12:00pm July 27-31

cycLe wOOdSTOck 8-15 years 9:00am-12:00pm August 17-21

fLOOR HOckey 8-13 years July 20-24 1:00-4:00pm

ALL SPORTS 8-13 years June 29-July 3 and August 4-7 9:00am-12:00pm

BASkeTBALL 9-13 years August 10-14 9:00am-12:00pm

TenniS 9-13 years July 13-17 and August 24-28

fReeSTyLe mOunTAin Bike And Bmx cAmP 6-16 years July 13-17 9:00am-4:00pm

fReeSTyLe ScOOTeR cAmP 6-16 years July 6-10 9:00am-4:00pm

SPORTBALL - SPORTS, Science, And mAgic 5-9 years 9:00am-4:00pm July 27-31 and August 24-28

SPORTBALL muLTi-SPORT 4-8 years July 6-10 and August 4-7 9:00am-12:00pm

City of Woodstock Summer Camps for

LittLe Adventurers theme CAmps

LittLe expLorers June 29-July 3* get groovy July 6-10 under the sea July 13-17 rockin rodeo July 20-24 adventure isLand July 27-31 the Land before camp August 3-7 mighty heroes August 10-14 super scientist August 17-21 get messy August 24-28 stamp your passport Aug 31-Sept 4 for

Adventure CAmp theme CAmps

to infinity, and beyond! June 29-July 3* camp’s got taLent July 6-10 out to sea July 13-17 barnyard paLooza July 20-24 camp survivor July 27-31 bLast from the past August 3-7 avengers - camp heroes August 10-14 a bug’s Life August 17-21 inventors workshop August 24-28 spy camp Aug 31-Sept 4

Adventure university June 29-July 3* July 6-10 July 13-17 July 20-24 July 27-31 August 3-7 August 10-14 August 17-21 August 24-28 Aug 31-Sept 4

theme CAmps for 10-12yrs gaLaxy quest crazy careers surf’s up dairy days amazing race back to the future get creative going green escape room mission impossibLe

cOw Summer camp Registration

Registration is available online starting March 4th www.cityofwoodstock.ca/onlineregistration For more information please call Southside Aquatic Centre at 519 421 7665

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TEEN SUMMER WORKSHOPS

discover drawing!

12-17 years July 20-22 1:00-4:30pm

WAG Summer Camps

CREATIVE COMMUNITY CHALLENGE WORKSHOPS

5-12 years 9:00am-4:00pm

DRAW & PAINT DRAW AND SCULPT DRAW AND PRINT DRAW AND COLLAGE

Mini-Makers suMMer ART CAMP 4-6 years

June 29 June 30 July 2 July 3

geLipLate mono prints 12-17 years July 24 1:00-4:30pm

tye-dye t-shirt design 12-17 years July 23 1:00-4:30pm

CREATIVE COMMUNITY SUMMER ART CAMP

5-12 years 9:00am-4:00pm

9:30am-12:00pm 1:00pm-3:30pm 9:30am-12:00pm 1:00pm-3:30pm 9:30am-12:00pm 1:00pm-3:30pm

July 13-17 July 13-17 July 27-31 July 27-31 August 10-14 August 10-14

July 6-10, July 13-17, July 27-31, August 4-7 and August 10-14

Woodstock Museum Summer Camps

July 2 12:00-2:00pm July 6-10 July 13-17 July 20-24 July 27-31 August 4-7 August 10-14 August 10-14 August 17-21

Children’s Camps: 8:30am-4:30pm • Teen Camp 9:00am-4:00pm

muSeum SummeR cAmP OPen HOuSe Time TRAveLeR JR 4–6 years Time TRAveLeR 7-12 years diRTy JOBS JR 4–6 years diRTy JOBS 7-12 years knigHTS & PRinceSSeS 4-6 years AmAzing invenTiOnS 7-12 years Teen SummeR JOB START uP 12-15 years unicORn cAmP 7-12 years

woodstock museum camp Registration

Register online at www.cityofwoodstock.ca/onlineregistration or by phone 519-537-8411 ex. 2901 or contact the Woodstock Museum NHS • woodstockmuseum.ca