WOW Jan Feb 2022

What’s On Woodstock January/February 2022

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The City of Woodstock is updating its Branding Guidelines

What’s new for the 2022 Municipal Election Pg. 2

Year-round compassion and care Pg. 6

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What’s new for the 2022 municipal election

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n preparation for the Monday, October 24, 2022 municipal and school board election, Woodstock residents may notice that a few changes of an administrative nature have been made to better serve voters and avoid potential problems like long line-ups and wait times.

“Unlike the 2018 election when the province made major alterations to the Municipal Elections Act, these are administrative tweaks rather than a massive revamping,” said Woodstock City Clerk Amy Humphries. “These focus on streamlining the process, making it easier for voters.”

The changes being made for the 2022 vote include: 1. The addition of a 5th poll at Cowan Park Sports Plex at 895 Ridgeway Drive.

2. Installation of more vote tabulators – machines that count the ballots.

3. The hiring of an election coordinator in January.

4. The nomination deadline is now August 19 instead of the end of July.

“The 2018 election was extremely busy so an extra poll has been added for the convenience of staff and certainly voters,” the City Clerk continued. “More tabulators and an election coordinator should improve overall efficiency, which should be beneficial for all.

Staff at City Hall have been hard at work preparing for the upcoming election in several vitally important areas.

“The City Clerk’s Office is working on making modifications and changes to the website and updating our Election Page,” she said. “Visitors to the site will notice more information beginning in January and continuing

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throughout the coming weeks and months. Please check the site for regular updates.”

For those curious as to some changes made in 2018, they include: 1. Corporations and trade unions can no longer contribute financially to candidates’ election campaigns but can be third party advertisers and make contributions to third party advertisers.

2. Candidates are allowed access to apartment buildings, condominiums, non-profit housing co-ops or gated communities from 9:00 a.m. until 9:00 p.m. in order to campaign.

3. Campaign signs are allowed in apartments and condominium corporations. Landlords and condominium corporations are not allowed to prohibit tenants or owners from displaying campaign signs in their windows.

4. Candidates must submit 25 endorsement signatures of eligible voters who support their nomination.

5. Candidates and third-party advertisers are required to identify themselves on campaign advertisements and signs, so that it is clear who is responsible for each sign and advertisement that appears or is broadcasted.

6. Anyone who exceeds the contribution limits when contributing financially to council and trustee candidates or third party advertisers will automatically be reported to the Compliance Audit Committee.

Check out the COW Tales ‘Way Back When’ contest on pg. 11 and enter today!

A: Martin’s Towing.

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YEAR-ROUND CARE AND HELP

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A RISING WOODSTOCK STAR

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They may be noticed more over the Christmas season but Woodstock organizations help folks all year round.

A favourite from his days with CAST, the Woodstock actor is now making a name for himself on Netflix, CBC and in feature films.

BRANDING WOODSTOCK WITH COLOUR AND STYLE

After a lengthy process, the new city logo with enhanced colours and flair, is expected to be unveiled early in 2022.

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STAFF ON THE MOVE

ABOUT THE COVER

Eager to take on new challenges and more issues, city hall employees eagerly move ahead to tackle their new positions at City Hall.

The City has been reviewing its branding guidelines. Check out the story on pg. 12 to find out more.

NEXT EDITION

The March 2022 edition of WOW will be delivered with Canada Post beginning on February 28.

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Municipal Election 2022 Message from City Council Disabilities and Health: PostPandemic Lessons and Tips Woodstock Fire Department Engineering Department: Winter Tips

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Woodstock Public Library Woodstock Museum NHS Woodstock Art Gallery Transit and Para-Transit Schedules Santa Claus Parade Thank You Creative Family Day

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Message from City Council…

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elcome 2022!

The changing of the calendar always gives us a chance to reflect on the past year. It also gives us a chance to renew our hopes and dreams for the days to come.

Upon reflection, 2021 was another challenging year with Covid-19 and all of its assorted trials and tribulations. Again we came through it with Mayor Trevor Birtch flying colours. We dug deep, looked out for each other and kept Woodstock as the Friendly City. My inbox over the year has been filled with tales of people stepping up to help the community and help their neighbours as well as themselves. It makes me proud to be the Mayor of such a caring, compassionate community. It is also a time to reflect on the memories of those we have lost, close friends, relatives and pillars in our community. They will be missed but their spirit of public service will live on. Another reflection on the past year is the continuing outstanding efforts made by city employees. Their combined efforts make Woodstock a livable and vibrant community. Reflection when combine with vision points to the growth we have made as a municipality.

Our housing market is booming with many choosing Woodstock as the community they wish to live and raise a family in. Welcome to all our new neighbours.

New Year’s also rings in a chance for renewal and to look forward. We can review our year and figure out what will make the coming year better than the last.

One of the things I suggest is getting more involved in the community. We have a wide range of athletic and social activities ranging from functions at the Reeves Community Complex to the South Gate Centre to our series of trails, to the library, the art gallery, the museum and so many more places worthy of a visit.

It is a time to renew our pledge to be good neighbours, to look out for those who are less fortunate and pitch in where and when we can. We can learn from our missteps in the past year and vow not to repeat them, or at least not repeat them as often as we have in the past. It can be a time to make resolutions but I prefer to set goals. A resolution can be a success or failure proposition while setting goals means that any move that gets us closer to our goals means progress, which is never a bad thing.

It can be small things like checking up on the neighbours, helping them with their snow removal, pitching in on community functions or even just showing up to support them. Many, if not most of our activities should be back to as close to normal as possible in the ‘Friendly City’, and I look forward to seeing as many of you as I possibly can. — Trevor Birtch, Mayor, City of Woodstock

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Altruistic local groups active the whole year C

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are, kindness and compassion may be synonymous with the Yuletide season and through the chilly winter season but for community spirited Woodstock organizations like these are essential tenets observed all year round.

As well as tending to its congregation’s spiritual needs, Old St Paul’s Anglican Church has provided a multi-faceted role hosting Operation Sharing and partnering with The Inn, Oxford County’s homeless shelter formerly called Inn Out of the Cold.

Old St. Paul’s Anglican Church is home to The Inn.

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“As host for many years we’ve provided and continued to renovate the basement for use by the homeless, and have developed great relationships with The Inn Coordinators Darryl Watson and Operation Sharing’s Shawn Shapton,” said the Churchwarden Susan Robinson.

Shawn assumed responsibilities of Operation Sharing’s Acting Executive Director in late fall, at the helm over the holiday season with the resignation of the greatly respected Stephen Giuliano, who was with the organization for 26 years.

“We’re grateful for the County of Oxford’s increased financial support because it means The Inn can operate all year,” said the Churchwarden. COVID has really hurt, making the homeless crisis worse and the need to expand services like the current 12 bed system even greater.”

Donations like blankets, warm clothing, boots and shoes from people and businesses come in daily and the Woodstock-Ingersoll & District Real Estate has been a strong supporter with financial assistance.”

While the church is not looking for more publicity with respect to these services, both Susan and Darryl say

raising its profile would help because the ultimate goal to assist those in dire straights needing the basics of living.

“COVID has brought homelessness into a greater light,” he said. “I’ve been with the organization for more than 10 years. I see the community’s amazing generosity first hand. It’s a challenging two-edged sword because the housing crisis affects many in all walks of life.

“It’s disheartening but when you can help it’s so rewarding. We relish moments when we make a difference. The folks at Old St. Paul’s have been great, not just to us but the community-at-large.”

The Inn provides showers, a bed and good meal and a lounge to relax and unwind – essentially a safe and comfortable place for anyone in need.

“Operation Sharing has The Christmas Place for parents to pick up items for their children’s wish list like new toys, clothing and there’s also a gift card,” Shawn explained. “We just couldn’t run it without the fantastic coordinator Kathy Gardner, a volunteer from day one. Bullwinkle’s Eatery, coordinated by John Smith with a plethora of wonderful volunteers is open Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.

“Thanks to major food stores in Woodstock and Ingersoll including Giant Tiger, Food for Friends offers a gift card for non-taxable items, allowing folks to shop with dignity. The Cupboard has taxable items like toilet paper, toothpaste, tooth brushes, tissues, dish soap and laundry detergent. The pandemic’s presence has increased needs overall.”

“The incredibly generous community response from individuals, organizations, churches, clubs and businesses blows me away. It’s a blessing to be in Oxford County with such overwhelming feedback, we couldn’t survive without them and our outstanding volunteers.

The Salvation Army Community Church in Woodstock.

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Operation Sharing Program and Communication Coordinator Madeline Huether and Board President Marilyn Schmiedl are pictured.

Kettles in city stores leading up to Christmas and envelope campaign may be familiar reminders of the good work done by The Salvation Army in the cold winter months, but there’s considerably more to the story.

“Volunteers’ tireless efforts and generous donations do represent the biggest part of fundraising for our yearly budget,” said Salvation Army Major Naomi Dalley. “We’ve responded to COVID with TAP for debit or credit cards to avoid contact, volunteers are vaccinated and clear screens are utilized as precautions.

“During the winter, with support from Oxford County, we partner and support other organizations like The Inn. When beds are filled, a person we have on-call every evening helps those find suitable accommodation elsewhere.

When it comes to families, we have a small townhouse for a longer term stay. During the pandemic it’s one family at a time.”

As well as that invaluable measure for emergency situations, the Salvation Army’s store and family services unit are kept busy throughout the year with a food bank providing two kinds of emergency prepacked containers until a hamper can be arranged.

“There are other specific needs we meet,” the Major added. For example, families with students can receive lunch bowl snacks and drink boxes. “We also do the intake and take care of the government process, acting as liaison for LEAP (Learning, Earning and Parenting) and ODSP (Ontario Disability Support Program) “When COVID is finally under control we hope to expand and start new programs, possibly educational classes like cooking. We’re not going to speculate at the moment but we are eager to pinpoint and respond to greater needs when the time is right.”

Check out the COW Tales ‘Way Back When’ contest on pg. 11 and enter today!

A: They all owned men’s clothing stores.

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Evan Marsh – at home on stage and the silver screen W

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He’s waiting on a release date for The Office Games in which he plays yet another lead role as Jimmy Spearhead, an obsessive gamer living in his parents’ basement. Meanwhile, he considers new roles and even the potential of branching out into writing and directing down the road.

“Either comedy or drama, protagonist or antagonist, I’m not picky with any roles at this point in my career,” he explained. “I was a bully in Shazam! and the kid being bullied in The Office Games. It gives me a chance to show my range. In my experience, the supporting roles are where I thrive most. They often become fan favourites who can make or break a film or series.”

Then there’s that tradition of fine actors coming from the small city of Woodstock, among them: Kevin Zegers with his 40 films including Air Bud, Dawn of the Dead and Transamerica; Andrea Roth, an in-demand actor whose big show biz break came starring in the mini-series A Woman of Independent Means as Sally Field’s character’s daughter and Vincent Perry, with his appearances on the 1950s series of Perry Mason, Alfred Hitchcock Presents and Highway Patrol.

“I’ll be part of the Air Bud universe with an upcoming 10-episode Netflix series that’s geared to younger audiences,” he adds.

“I owe a great deal to Shelley Shaughnessy who was like a second mother to me. She was very instrumental in the early stages of my career, taking me to Toronto for auditions and a lot of the early leg work. I’m not sure I would be where I am today without Shelley, Jen & J, and of course, my parents.”

Photo courtesy of Evan Marsh

ith more than two dozen big screen and TV appearances to his name – including one nabbing him best male lead honours, Evan Marsh has taken his place on a prestigious list of well-known Woodstock born actors.

That best actor award came at the 17th edition of Africa’s biggest horror event, the South African Horrorfest in November 2021 for his role as Joel in Canadian writer Cody Calahan’s horror comedy Vicious Fun. In this unique storyline his character, an acerbic 1980s film critic, finds himself trapped in a self-help group for serial killers, leaving him with no real option other than blending in with them or become their next victim.

Evan is known for diverse performances like Joseph Szalinksy in the CBC series Workin’ Moms written by and starring Catherine Reitman now on Netflix and Burke Breyer in the DC film Shazam!

“I was born a performing child, doing stand up bits and impressions, so when my parents (Doug and Patti) saw my interest they enthusiastically enrolled me in the CAST young people’s theatre company in Woodstock,” he said.

“They felt that’s where I could scratch my itch.”

“CAST founder Jennifer Paquette and her husband Jason, who we called J, were massive influences, giving me encouragement and confidence. I’d watch J from the wings, amazed at his great comedic timing and ability to create laughs, aspiring to be like him.”

While a lifelong lover of stage, at a young age he was also enthralled by the big screen watching Canadian comedic giants like Jim Carrey and Mike Myers. With his dad Doug, owner of The Record Works, providing the perfect opportunity for borrowing any and all DVD’s from the store. “I’d watch my favourite movies’ special features hundreds of times studying how they were made. It might be why I feel so at home on sets and sound stages now.”

While studying Film & Television Acting at Humber College, Evan recalls a class visit from Murdoch Mysteries star Yannick Bison. Not so long after graduation, he was cast by Yannick in the pivotal role Quinton Prout in the 2017 episode called From Murdoch to Eternity.

Once Workin’ Moms hit Netflix, Evan says personal recognition has increased dramatically. “The reach a show has once it’s on a platform like Netflix is extraordinary. Over night I start getting messages from fans in South Africa, Europe and all over!”

For playing Joel in Canadian writer Cody Calahan’s horror comedy film Vicious Fun, Evan Marsh was named best actor at the 17th edition of Africa’s biggest horror event, the South African Horrorfest.

Disabilities and Health: ​Post-Pandemic Lessons and Tips People with disabilities may face specific challenges when trying to manage their health. For example, people with intellectual and developmental disabilities often have complex health profiles. This group may also have challenges communicating their needs or health issues. These challenges were amplified during the pandemic, but many advocates have spoken up.

For example, Canada’s vaccine prioritization strategies led to the creation of a group called Ready For My Shot. This grassroots group advocated for people with developmental disabilities to be given vaccine priority.

Researchers at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health outlined evidence for this strategy, including the fact that adults with developmental disabilities in the United Kingdom were 4 to 6 times more likely to experience COVID-related deaths than other people.

One clear lesson is that people with disabilities should be represented at decision-making tables.

People with disabilities should also be included when reporting on the impact of events such as the pandemic. These numbers and statistics can help decision-makers develop effective plans that do not exclude people with disabilities.

Image: A person striking a yoga pose on a hillside with a sunset in the background.

Navigating Your Health While you may experience added barriers when navigating your health if you are a person with a disability, there are a few strategies that might make the experience better.

For health-related visits, get the health care provider to write down instructions and important information.

You can also use the “Today’s Health Care Visit” worksheets created by the Health Care Access Research and Development Disabilities group (H-CARDD). These worksheets are available online, and will help you and your health care provider remember information about your visit.

Be honest with your health care provider so that they can provide the best support. Suggest ways that they can make the experience more accessible for you.

Exercise and healthy eating are great ways to improve your health. Start small, with a five minute stretch or healthy snack, and slowly add more when you are comfortable.

Mental health is just as important as physical health. Do not be afraid to be open about your feelings because everyone has them! If your negative feelings do not go away, reach out to a family member, friend or health care professional.

The WAAC was created in 2002, and complies with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), 2005.

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

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Cara Duff-MacCormick star of stage and screen Born December 12, 1944 in Woodstock, Cara Duff-MacCormick’s 1972 Broadway debut as Shelly in Moonchildren proved to be a charm for the talented actress.

She walked off with a Theatre World Award and a coveted Tony Award nomination. Three years later she was the recipient of an Obie Award for her performance in Craig’s Wife and the following year nominated for a Drama Desk Award for her role as Julia Craven in George Bernard Shaw’s The Philanderer. While well-known and widely appreciated over the * City of Woodstock years for her numerous stage performances, she has also enjoyed success on screen: in the 1978 film Rush It with Tom Berenger, John Heard and Jill Eikenberry; the 1979 comedy A Pleasure Doing Business alongside another Canadian actor Conrad Bain, comedian John Byner and Tom Smothers of Smothers Brothers fame and the 1992-episode Point of View with guest star Elaine Stritch from the award-winning TV series Law & Order.

Woodstock’s John Boyden – A Singing Poet from Canada After his Vienna recital debut at the world-famous concert hall Konzerthaus, in Vienna, Austria, Woodstock native John Boyden was glowingly dubbed by the Express as “A singing poet from Canada.”

Born in The Friendly City October 22, 1935, his family moved a few years later to Stratford where he began singing as a boy soprano, later joining the Elizabethan Singers and taking part in the inaugural Stratford Music Festival. The much sought-after baritone toured Europe in 1965, performing in Amsterdam, Vienna, London, Berlin, Lisbon, Milan and Munich.

In 1967 he gave the Canadian and US premieres of Britten’s Songs and Proverbs of William Blake. The next year he toured the USSR, singing in several cities including Moscow, Leningrad and Minsk. He died December 5, 1982 in Stratford.

Betty McArthur’s gift to Woodstock Maybe one of the most remarkable gifts Betty McArthur (1923-1994) gave Woodstock residents was an appreciation for their own community. Many times she would sketch buildings that were slated for demolition, using her drawings as a sort of historical archive of the Friendly City. McArthur’s daughter Jaquie Poole said that “many people would pass by these buildings every day and never look at them.”

McArthur’s artistic career included exhibits across the country with other famous Canadian artists like Carl Schaefer, Goodridge Roberts and Arthur Lismer.

Amazing Cow Tales

Keep those stones curling It will be 20 years on the week of February 5th that the Woodstock Curling Club hosted the 2001 Nokia Cup provincial curling championship at the Southwood arena. The winning Wayne Middaugh rink from Toronto would go on to represent Ontario at the 2001 Nokia Brier in Ottawa. The local club would go onto host the championship again in 2009 with the Glen Howard rink reigning victorious.

Correction: In the last edition of What’s On Woodstock magazine, one of the Way Back When trivia questions asked for the original name of some public schools. The original name of the school that is now Roch Carrier was Huron Park P. S. and not Hillcrest P. S. as printed.

COW Tales have been contributed by Geoff Dale and Brad Janssen.

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CONTEST Contest

CONGRATULATIONS to Sheri Heighton of Woodstock, grand prize winner of the 2021 ‘Way Back When’ Contest! Sheri wins a $100 gift card from Boston Pizza Woodstock. Now, for 2022, you can enter for nine chances to win a $50 gift card from Boston Pizza Woodstock. Try your luck – enter today!

Thank you to our sponsor!

BOSTON PIZZA WOODSTOCK 431 Norwich Ave 519-536-7800 www.bostonpizza.com

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. W hat did Ken Bewley, Bill Ratz and Mac Stephens have in common?

(See pg. 7)

Q. U nscramble these letters to find the name of a former Woodstock Mayor: “KOSSIBE” (See pg. 18)

Q. W hat local company pulled Santa’s sleigh in the recent parade?

(See pg. 3)

Q. N ame a former Navy Vet hockey player who went on to play in the National Hockey League. (See pg. 12) Q. How many Woodstock gateway/entrance signs are there?

Send your answer along with your name and phone number to ​ bjanssen@cityofwoodstock.ca by Friday, February 11, 2022.

The winner of the Nov/Dec ‘Way Back When’ Contest is Beth White who answered that the E.J. Cole & Co. Furniture sign also features wallpaper and carpet. She wins a $50 gift card from Boston Pizza Woodstock!

Put a Freeze on Winter Fires Home fires occur more in winter than in any other season. As you stay cozy and warm this winter season, be fire smart!

Keep anything that can burn at least three feet from any heat source like fireplaces, wood stoves, radiators, or space heaters.

Install and test carbon monoxide alarms and smoke alarms.

Message from the Woodstock Fire Department. Questions?

Call the Fire Prevention Division at 519-537-3412.

Fire Safety Saves Lives!

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Showcasing Woodstock’s merits through branding B

randing a product or company through advertising or unique design is a very different process when it comes to showcasing the merits of a growing municipality like the City of Woodstock.

“There was a need to be cognizant of spending and what was needed to fulfill the design elements for an updated identity,” said City Graphic Design Specialist, Spencer Holman. It becomes a balancing act between the lavish or something more practical yet presents a good visual at the same time.”

“We’re not changing our logo but rather updating the colour and font, bringing us into modern times. Our old logo had a serif font, similar to one from a typewriter, with only one variation. Now with digital devices being used for the majority of our day to day communications, our logo simply needs to be more versatile.”

The City of Woodstock’s two logos, the stacked and horizontal versions, are used for different advertising mediums from stationery material to City-owned service vehicles and trucks.

Spencer, with two years of education focusing on marketing and sales and three in graphic design, says the root of the rebranding process dates back four years when the City website was revised.

“The old stacked version of the logo didn’t fit in well with the masthead and menu items looking out of place,” he explained. “It did not look graphically pleasing. Text at the bottom was small. So, we redesigned a specific logo for the website that was horizontal and worked for digital media. The stacked version was kept for print material like documents and mailings.”

“The time and effort was well spent because a highly visible brand is extremely important for the City of Woodstock,” It goes to City Council early next year for discussion, approval and then implementation.”

The City of Woodstock’s new logo, featuring colouring and font changes reflecting a move into modern times, will be presented to the City Council early in 2022 for approval and implementation.

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So, what does the logo actually say about the City of Woodstock?

“The W represents the ideal location of an excellent transportation network serving the municipality with the crossing lines,” he said. “To the left of the W, the maple leaf symbolizes our Canadian heritage and inside the letter rolling hills symbolize rich farmland surrounding the area.”

“To the right the industrial building recognizes the strength and diversity of the local economy. Encompassing all of this is the residential showcasing the quality of life enjoyed by the people here. The circle is a rising sun highlighting a bright future and the energy our city radiates.

No text changes, just more modern colours and fonts to show we are on the move.”

The Woodstock Art Gallery is also undergoing a logo change, after a five-member committee that also included Spencer Holman, consulted with the Association of Registered Graphic Designers of Ontario to ensure protocols were followed and promotional requirements and other issues were dealt with properly.

“We’re so pleased with the process,” said curator Mary Reid. “The public consultation for the logo selection produced excellent feedback to our website and social media, from across Canada, showing we’re supported coast to coast. The artists’ design work was greatly appreciated.

“This has been a long time coming. Our current logo worked but it was similar to others and not at all unique.

The new one, to be unveiled early in the new year, is better tied to what we actually do and provide at the art gallery.

It’s about looking and experiencing with the W used in an inclusive and welcoming manner.

“The Association also helped with getting the word out.

We’re all very excited.”

A revised logo for the Woodstock Art Gallery, designed by Andrea deBoer, features the use of a W in a more inclusive and welcoming manner. Focusing on looking and experiencing, it is expected to be unveiled sometime early in 2022.

Check out the COW Tales ‘Way Back When’ contest on pg. 11 and enter today!

A: Bernie Nichols, Mike Craig.

Snow Plow Safety Tips

5 Things Snow Plow Drivers Would Like You to Know 1. Snow events result in reduced visibility for plow drivers during snow clearing operations.

2. Please keep your distance and avoid passing snow plows as they are often subject to sudden and significant lane shifts.

3. Drivers need to proceed slowly to operate equipment safely, reduce the risk of property damage, and to optimally apply salt that is required to melt ice.

4. Use caution when driving in winter conditions, although roads have been cleared there will always be slippery spots, such as shaded areas or bridges. When possible, play it safe and stay home during winter storm events.

Winter road conditions can be unpredictable for any driver.

5. Please be patient, busiest roads get cleared first for your safety, but all roads will get cleared. Woodstock Public Works Staff work long irregular hours to keep your roads clear and safe.

Winter Tips Help Keep Catch Basins Clear

• Flooded roads are often caused by catch basins that are covered in snow, ice, or debris. If you notice a clogged catch basin, help reduce flooding by clearing away any debris. This will allow water to drain from the roadway.

ENVIRODEPOT Styrofoam Drop-off

The City of Woodstock is accepting Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) for drop-off at the Enviro Depot.

• Only Expanded Polystyrene

• Styrofoam not accepted includes: Foam Packaging (♺#6) will be take-out containers, cups, accepted (this includes Styrofoam meat trays, packaging peanuts, from items such as electronics, Polypropylene Foam (♺#5), and appliances, or toy packaging). All Polyethylene Foam (♺#4). other Styrofoam is non-recyclable • This recycling program is free for residents and hopes to reduce and must be placed with regular material being sent to landfill. household garbage.

The drop off for EPS (Styrofoam) can be found at the Enviro Depot located at 944 James Street.

Hours of Operation

EnviroDepot Hours December 1–March 31 Saturday 7:30 am–3:00 pm Recycling Depot Open Year-Round Wednesday – Friday 10:00 am–6:00 pm Saturday 7:30 am–3:00 pm Closed on holidays

Sod Repairs

• During winter maintenance operations, sidewalk plows may damage lawns due to reduced visibility and equipment size constraints making it difficult to precisely determine the limits of sidewalks.

• Crews will be sent out first thing in the spring to assess damaged lawns and will complete assigned repairs shortly after.

Snow Shovelling

• Please do not shovel snow from your driveway onto the road. This is illegal under the Highway Traffic Act and creates a hazard for drivers on the road.

Basketball and Hockey Nets

• Please do not place Basketball or Hockey nets onto the roadway as this hinders operators from being able to fully clear snow and debris from the road.

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Public Library: Your Destination for Discovery

Winter Virtual Programs for Children Little Reader’s Book Club Register any time and start reading together!

Engaging the littlest reader is simple: read a book – any book – to your newborn or toddler!

The goal is to read 1,000 books before they start Kindergarten – you’ll be surprised how easy it can be! Our online book club will help you track your little reader’s progress. Visit www.mywpl.ca for more information about how to sign up for this very special book club.

Winter Storytimes

Each program includes age appropriate stories, rhymes, songs and activities led by a library professional to help children develop early literacy skills and a love of reading.

Preschool Blast Off! (3–5 years) X WPL YouTube video posted weekly on Wednesday mornings

StemLab for Kids (6–10 years)

January 12–March 2 Tune into our YouTube channel, myWPL, for a new virtual storytime with stories, songs, and rhymes for preschoolers.

A new video will be uploaded at 10:00 am every Wednesday.

X WPL YouTube video posted weekly on Thursday mornings

January 13–March 3 Tune into our YouTube Channel, myWPL, for a new virtual storytime for babies and their caregivers! Enjoy songs, rhymes and a story with your little one. A new video will be uploaded at 10:00 am every Thursday.

Toddler Tales (12–35 months) X WPL YouTube video posted weekly on Friday mornings

January 14–March 4 Tune into our YouTube channel, myWPL, for a new virtual storytime with stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers. A new video will be uploaded at 10:00 am every Friday.

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Photo by Kevin Gent – Unsplash

Baby Rhyme Time at Home (birth to 12 months)

X WPL Facebook instructions posted biweekly on Monday mornings January 3, 17, February 7, 21 Explore the world of computer coding, engineering, technology and science with simple activities, book ideas and resource recommendations.

Pokémon Hangout (5–12 years)

Thursdays.......................................................... 4:00–4:45 pm January 6, 20, February 3, 17 Do you love all things Pokémon? Whether you have been a fan all your life or even if you are just discovering it for the first time, join us biweekly for games, trivia and activities all featuring Pokémon! Come ready to chat, hangout and have some fun!

Register for you Zoom invite by calling or visiting the library.

Activities will require supplies which will be provided. Please check your email prior to the program for material pick-up information.

Shelf Talks for Kids

X WPL YouTube video posted biweekly on Friday mornings January 7, 21, February 4, 18 Looking for something new to read? Join us biweekly on Friday mornings as we book talk our top new books and old favourites.

Comics Club (8–13 years)

Fridays............................................................... 4:00–4:45 pm January 7 Dog Man January 21 The Baby-Sitters Club February 4 Smile February 18 Big Nate March 4 Emmie and Friends Who doesn’t love the Baby-Sitters Club? Dog Man? Smile? Big Nate? Pick up your activity kit from the children’s desk, then meet us on Zoom where we’ll hang out, chat about the comic series of the day, and complete fun activities! Register for your Zoom invite by calling or visiting the library. Please specify the session(s) you would like to attend. Activities will require supplies which can be picked up at the library. Check your email prior to the program for material pick up information.

Creative Club (8–13 years) Fridays............................................................... 4:00–4:45 pm January 14, 28, February 11, 25 Bring your colouring supplies and paper to our new Creative Club! No matter your skills, all are welcome to participate as we learn new techniques for drawing as well as how to draw different scenes, animals, people, perspectives, and more! Come ready to chat, learn and have fun! Register for your Zoom invite by calling or visiting the library.

PA Day Kits: ​ Cooking Up Fun (5‑12 years)

Friday, January 14 Drop into the Children’s Department this PA Day to pick up a jar of chocolate chip cookie mix! Spend your PA Day baking a delicious batch. Recipe included. A limited number of jars will be available on a first come, first served basis.

Take & Make Craft Kits (Family) X Pick up your monthly kit starting Saturday, January 15 and February 19

Forest of Reading Book Clubs (JK to Grade 8) January 10–April 30 Our Forest of Reading clubs are moving online! Log into your Beanstack account to track your reading and vote for your favourite title! Track your reading and vote for your favourite title starting April 1st. Nominated titles will be available on display in the Children’s Department. Check one out today!

I Spy Challenge (6–12 years)

X WPL Facebook fun posted monthly and inLibrary activity in the Children’s area

Winter Fun January 8 Test your wintery I Spy skills with our digital quiz, and now you can also pop into the library in January to check out the display case in the Children’s department to answer our quiz for a chance to win a prize!

Red is Best!

February 5 Celebrate everything red! Test your skills with our digital quiz or come into the library to check the display case in the Children’s department to answer our quiz for a chance to win a prize!

Take & Make kits have arrived at WPL! A limited number of monthly kits will be available on a first-come-first-serve basis at the Children’s Information desk. Each kit will include items to create a craft and an instruction sheet for a fun, athome activity that is sure to engage and entertain!

Family Literacy Day: ​ Virtual Escape Room (8 years and up) X Link posted on our WPL Facebook page

Saturday, January 22 This virtual escape room will take you deep into the dark and snowy woods, where you’ll be faced with freezing temperatures and other dangers. With no food or shelter, it will be up to you to find a way to escape to safety.

Snowy Family Outdoor Storytime (2–5 years and up) 10:30–11:00 am, Saturday, January 22 Bundle up and join us for this outdoor storytime celebrating Family Literacy Day. Bring your own lawn chair and blankets, and gather on the lawn on the east side of the library for stories, songs and rhymes. No registration required. Weather permitting.

Family Day Trivia (Family) X Link posted on our Facebook page

Monday, February 21 Gather round and try your hand at our Family Day Family Trivia.

Family members of all ages will be needed to successfully complete this challenge! Good luck!

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Winter Virtual Programs for Teens

Shelf Talks

Teen Fandom Trivia (12–17 years)

January 3, 17, February 7, 21 Looking for something new to read? Join us biweekly on Monday evenings as we book talk our top new books and old favourites.

Disney Trivia: 7:00–8:00 pm, Wednesday, January 19 Riverdale Trivia: 7:00–8:00 pm, Tuesday, February 15 Every month we’ll test your knowledge on different fandoms, whether it be Marvel, Harry Potter, Disney, and more! We will be using Kahoot! to play, so it is recommended that participants have two devices to play on: one for answering the questions, and one for streaming the trivia questions. Keep your eyes peeled on our social media where we will release the code to join an hour before we go live. See you there!

Winter Virtual Programs ​ for Adults Read Woke (Children, Teens and Adults) January to June

Jan uary: Indigenous Voices February: Black Voices WPL is inviting residents to take part in Read Woke: a reading program that focuses on equity and inclusion. For each book read and tracked in the Beanstack app, readers will receive a badge. There are 6 topics that will be highlighted from January until June, along with recommended reading lists. Patrons can complete this challenge at their own pace, but the idea is to read a book from each category, each month, by the end of June.

Interested in joining? Visit www.mywpl.ca for more information about how to sign up for this book club.

Book a Librarian

Book a time for one-on-one assistance on any topic Mondays....................... 2:30–3:30 pm Fridays........................10:15–11:15 am Call the library to book a 30 minute in-person, Zoom, or phone session to talk to a librarian about any topic: navigating your device or laptop; downloading eBook and eAudio books; streaming free eMusic or eMovies; and more. Social distancing and a face mask are required for in-person sessions.

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X WPL YouTube video posted biweekly on Monday evenings

A Bit of Joy Library Chat

7:00–7:30 pm, Thursday, January 6 to February 10 Let’s chat and add a bit of joy into our lives. Each week we will feature a casual discussion that could include a surprise guest.

Register for your Zoom invite by calling or visiting the library.

Green Thumb Thursday, January 6 Tips and tricks to keeping indoor plants healthy in the winter.

Spice of Life Thursday, January 13 All about spices! Learn different flavours for unique dining experiences including blends and health benefits.

Throwback Tuesdays

X WPL Facebook history gems posted monthly on Tuesday evenings January 18, February 15 Learn a little about Woodstock Public Library’s history with our Throwback Tuesday history gems.

Kahoot Pub Trivia Night

7:00–9:00 pm, Wednesday, January 19, February 16 Follow the link from our website to register online using Kahoot for our monthly live trivia night!

You can test your smarts against other trivia enthusiasts. You can still enjoy your Upper Thames Brewing Co. beer from home!

January Evening Book Club with Scotiabank Giller Prize Winner Omar El Akkad

7:00–8:00 pm, Wednesday, January 12 We are excited to announce that we will be kicking off the New Year with a very special event. Our Evening Book Club on January 12 will feature a visit from this year’s Scotiabank Giller Prize winner, Omar El Akkad, who will be talking about his winning title What Strange Paradise. Plan to join us and check our website for more information about how to register for your Zoom invite.

Crafty Adults

X WPL YouTube video posted monthly on Thursday evening

Join us monthly on our YouTube channel to learn how to create some inspired crafts! Pick up a Crafty Adults kit from the library prior to the program with items to complete this craft. Kits available on a first come basis.

Tissue Paper Mug Thursday, January 20 Follow along on our YouTube channel to learn how to create a customizable tissue paper mug!

Rope Basket Thursday, February 17 Follow along on our YouTube channel to learn how to create a simple and cute coiled rope basket using only two materials.

Meet Your iPad

10:30–11:30 am, Monday, January 24 Did you receive a new iPad for Christmas? Then this is the program for you! This hands-on iPad basics tutorial will introduce you to ports, apps and more. Register for your Zoom invite by calling or visiting the library. Spaces are limited.

Blind Date with a Book

February 1–14 Visit the library and check out a “Blind Date book!” You’ll find your date on display in the fiction area.

Kahoot Trivia Teasers

X WPL Facebook Kahoot trivia teaser challenge posted weekly on Wednesday evenings February 2, 9, 23 Take our trivia teaser challenge each Wednesday evening and hone your skills for our monthly Kahoot Pub Trivia Night.

Meal Planning Workshop Tuesday, February 15 at 7 pm

X WPL YouTube video posted on Tuesday evening

Do you hate meal planning? Are you looking for a nontraditional approach that works for your modern and busy life?

Join Registered Dietitian, Angie Cornwell, from Oxford County Community Health Centre for a workshop on our YouTube channel that will show you how to approach meal planning with confidence and flexibility!

Afternoon Book Club

2nd Tuesday of the month, 2:00–3:00 pm Join the book club on Zoom by checking the Adult Program page of our website for your Zoom invite.

February 8

Fight Night by Miriam Toews

Zoom Evening Book Club

2nd Wednesday of the month, 7:00–8:00 pm Check the Adult Program page of our website to register each month for your Zoom evening book club invite to enjoy an evening of book discussion and conversation.

February 9

Fight Night by Miriam Toews

Online Marketplaces for Used Items

10:30–11:30 am, Monday, February 7 It’s a new year! Do you need to clean out some clutter? Do you need to buy something and want to save money? Learn about the online buy and sell markets like Facebook Marketplace and Kijiji, where people sell things they no longer need, and find great deals! Register for your Zoom invite by calling or visiting the library. Spaces are limited.

What’s Cooking? For Adults

7:00–8:00 pm, Thursday, February 17 Join us from the comfort of your own kitchen for a live Zoom cooking demonstration of culinary delights suitable for the novice or amateur cook. If you’re looking for weekly prep solutions, this program is for you! A list of ingredients and recipes will be sent to participants in advance. Call or visit the library for your Zoom invite.

Meet Your Android Tablet

2:30–3:30 am, Friday, February 25 A basic introduction to your Android Tablet. Explore your device as we navigate your home screen and discover apps and widgets.

Register for your Zoom invite by calling or visiting the library.

Spaces are limited.

Hours of Operation

Monday to Thursday...................................10:00 am–8:30 pm Friday & Saturday.......................................10:00 am–5:00 pm Sunday........................................................................... Closed Book drop available 24/7.

Woodstock Public Library 445 Hunter Street, Woodstock, ON Phone: 519-539-4801 Web: www.mywpl.ca

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Photo by Andrew Norris

City of Woodstock ​ staff changes W

ith three City of Woodstock employees recently upgrading their roles within the municipal structure, it’s time for a look at the individuals involved.

Diane Campbell Firstly Diane Campbell, with nearly three decades as a respected City of Woodstock employee, moves up from the position of Deputy Treasurer to her new role as Director of Administrative Services/Treasurer.

“Staff changes can produce a domino effect as staff move positions leaving some shortages,” she said. “At this point what I look forward to the most is having a fullytrained complement to carry out our duties.

“We’ve certainly been working well together, keeping our heads above water but COVID-19 has been trying.

There has been some reallocation of duties amongst employees while we adapted to some staff working at City Hall and some staff at home.”

Highly qualified, the new Treasurer has earned a Bachelor of Business and a Bachelor of Business Administration from Wilfrid Laurier University and, as a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA), has considerable expertise in the field of accounting.

Adam Sinnaeve Moving into the role of Deputy Treasurer, Adam Sinnaeve has enjoyed working with the City for the past six years, most recently as Accounting Coordinator and prior to that, in the position of Financial Analyst. In the private sector he was with the Bossy Nagy Group for eight years.

With a CPA, CGA he also graduated from Brock University with a Bachelor of Business Administration Honours, with a concentration in accounting, following his successful completion of accounting/business management sciences 9-13 at Valley Heights Secondary School.

“In in my new role I’m eager for the broader involvement in the financial and budgetary process, for example the annual report and monthly operating statements” he said. “There will be new challenges and much experience to be gained.

“I’ve learned a great deal over the last 6 years and look forward to continue working alongside Diane (Campbell) and the rest of the department in my new role.”

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Sunayana Katikapalli After serving as the City of Woodstock’s first Asset Management Analyst for the past 15 months, Sunayana Katikapalli is eager to tackle duties as the new Deputy Clerk. She returns to the department where she was employed in that position on contract for a maternity leave from October 2019 to September 2020.

As the recently created Asset Management Analyst, that new role involved projects like: • Preparing the City’s first in-house iteration of the Asset Management Plan.

• Developing master levels of service and risk management frameworks.

• Identifying existing and future infrastructure rehabilitation and replacement needs using methodologies, calculations, priority rankings, condition ratings, levels of service, risk ratings, KPIs, maintenance records, decision models, and life cycle evaluations.

“I’m eager to take on new challenges,” she said. “I’ve learned a great deal about council and other aspects of the municipal government, so with this knowledge I’m looking forward to the municipal election next October.

“In our department it will be interesting as we look at ways of finding more efficiencies while focusing on bigger projects. I’m very excited to be back in this department again.”

Her educational background at the University of Waterloo, University of Toronto and Ryerson University covers a wide range of studies including public service, study-risk management and criminal justice/criminology.

Check out the COW Tales ‘Way Back When’ contest on pg. 11 and enter today!

A: Mayor Sobeski.

WOODSTOCK MUSEUM NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE

466 Dundas St., Woodstock ON 519-537-8411 | www.woodstockmuseum.ca

OPEN

Tuesday to Friday 10:00am–5:00pm Saturday 12:00–5:00pm

Escape Snowmageddon

UPCOMING PROGRAMS NOTE: Masks are required for all indoor programs.

Participants must register in advance. More information about current COVID-19 procedures will be provided at the time of registration.

Cozy PA Day Friday, January 14 | 9:00am – 4:00pm Oh, winter is such a fun and chilly time of year!

Get cold and then cozy with a winter warm-up day full of cozy crafts, cools games and activities to play with your friends!

Fridays & Saturdays January 21–February 26 | 4:00pm – 9:00pm ​ h no! We’re snowed in! Can you solve a blizzard O of puzzles to escape or will you freeze up?

Call 519-537-8411 ext. 2901 or book online.

Ages: 14+ $20/person. 4–6 people | 1hr time slots

Planting PA Day Friday, March 4 | 9:00am – 4:00pm Get your garden growing with this fun day of dirt, seeds and sprouting for budding gardeners! We’ll send you home with some seeds after playing games and making a green craft.

Ages: 7–12

Ages: 7–12 $45 Non-members / $35 Members

$45 Non-Members / $35 Members

Mission to Mars March Break Camp

Learn to Cross Stitch Workshop Tuesdays, January 18 & 25 | 6:30pm – 8:00pm Start a fun new hobby in 2022 and learn to cross stitch at the Woodstock Museum. In this two-session course, led by Helen Mackenzie of BlyssStitch Designs, you’ll be guided through how to cross stitch and receive a kit with all materials to make her unique design of a cross stitched view of the Woodstock Museum cupola! Masks and proof of vaccination are required.

Monday to Friday March 14–18 | 9:00am – 4:00pm

Blast off! Join us for a fun look into people’s fascination with Mars and all things space! Try out astronaut training activities, see a space shuttle launch video, decide for yourself if Martians exist and learn all about the red planet. Each day will bring space games, rover crafts and more.

Ages: 7–12 $160 Non-Members / $140 Members

$40 Non-Members / $30 Members

Museum @ Home Virtual Resources

Visit our website at www.woodstockmuseum.ca for educational resources, family activities, virtual exhibits and more!

facebook.com/​ WMNHS

@wdskmuseum

@woodstock_ museum_nhs

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CALL TO ARTISTS!

New Jmpressions 2 HIGH SCHOOL JURIED EXHIBITION

Open to Gr. 9 – 12 Students in Oxford County Submit your artwork to this amazing opportunity!

Gain professional exhibition experience Win prizes for Best in Show and Juror’s Choice Awards Get advice and critique from local arts professionals SUBMISSION DEADLINE:

March 17, 2022

V IR T UA L E X HIBI T ION L AUNC HING: A PRIL 21, 2022

JUROR ’S TALK & AWARDS CEREMON Y: MAY 25, 2022 AT 6PM Sponsor: D J Design Architectural, Energy, HVAC

Media Sponsor: 104.7 Heart FM 449 Dundas Street Woodstock ON N4S 1C2 519.539.6761 waginfo@cityofwoodstock.ca

CROSSROADS

2021 Grand National Fibre Art Exhibition

ON VIEW AT THE WOODSTOCK MUSEUM NHS:

October 16, 2021 – February 26, 2022 Hosted by the Woodstock Art Gallery ARTIST TALK:

February 10, 2022 @ 3pm Offered in partnership with​ Fanshawe College Fine Art

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

466 Dundas Street Woodstock ON N4S 1C4 519.537.8411 museum@cityofwoodstock.ca Sara Judith, Crossed Roads, 2020.

TRANSIT

New routes in effect as of Aug. 30.

Hours of Operation: (30 Minute Service) Mon. to Fri............... 6:00 am–10:00 pm Saturdays................. 8:00 am–10:00 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 Transit Fare Rates & Special Discount Passes 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 Adult Pass (non-transferable), Monthly............ $60 Group Pass (2–5 riders), All day....................$7.50

PARA-TRANSIT Effective August 2, 2016

Para-Transportation Services Available for Registered Eligible Individuals Para-Transit Service provided by Voyago Transit

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.

PURCHASE MONTHLY PASS AND HAN-D-RIDE DISCOUNT AT THESE LOCATIONS • • • • •

City Hall Community Complex Engineering/Public Works Foodland Pioneer Gas Station, Norwich Ave

• Southside Aquatic Centre • St. Mary’s H.S. (Student & Han-D-Ride only) • Walmart Lottery Kiosk • Woodstock Art Gallery • Woodstock Museum NHS

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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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 SANTA CLAUS PARADE January

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Meaning of Home Contest, writing contest for Gr. 4, 5 & 6. Win a $30,000 grant for your local Habitat for Humanity. Learn more at www.meaningofhome.ca.

Blood Donation Clinic, Cowan Park Sportsplex, 895 Ridgewood Dr., 200+ donors needed each month to help patients across Canada receive the treatments they need. Register at blood.ca. Clinics returns Jan. 20.

January Evening Book Club with Scotiabank Giller Prize Winner Omar El Akkad, Woodstock Public Library, 7:00–8:00pm. Register for a Zoom link at mywpl.ca.

Navy Vets Hockey: Hespeler at Woodstock, Reeves Community Complex, 7:45pm. Tickets start at $6.32 on Eventbrite. Visit www.woodstocknavyvets.ca for info.

Navy Vets Hockey: Burford at Woodstock, Reeves Community Complex, 7:45pm. Tickets start at $6.32 on Eventbrite. Visit www.woodstocknavyvets.ca for info.

Family Literacy Day: Snowy Family Outdoor Storytime, Woodstock Public Library, 2–5 years and up, free.

Bundle up and bring a lawnchair. See pg. 15.

Navy Vets Hockey: Norwich at Woodstock, Reeves Community Complex, 7:45pm. Tickets start at $6.32 on Eventbrite. Visit www.woodstocknavyvets.ca for info.

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Reservation Deadline for March WOW, Book your advertising by contacting Brad Janssen at 519-539-1291 ext. 4102 or by email to wow@flyingsquirreldesign.com.

Chilly Charlie’s Prediction & Breakfast, South Gate Centre, 7:30–9:00am, Pancake breakfast, $5. Everyone welcome. See ad on pg. 5.

Navy Vets Hockey:Wellesley at Woodstock, Reeves Community Complex, 7:45pm. Tickets start at $6.32 on Eventbrite. Visit www.woodstocknavyvets.ca for info.

Online Marketplace for Used Items, Woodstock Public Library, 10:30–11:30am. Learn about Facebook Market­ place and Kijiji. Register for Zoom link at mywpl.ca.

Crossroads: 2021 Grand National Fibre Art Exhibition Artist Talk, Woodstock Museum NHS, 3:00pm. See details on pg. 21.

Blood Donation Clinic, Cowan Park Sportsplex, 895 Ridgewood Dr., 200+ donors needed each month to help patients across Canada receive the treatments they need. Register at blood.ca. Clinics returns Feb. 26.

Navy Vets Hockey: Burford at Woodstock, Reeves Community Complex, 7:45pm. Tickets start at $6.32 on Eventbrite. Visit www.woodstocknavyvets.ca for info.

Great things happen when we work together

The City of Woodstock would like to extend a huge debt of gratitude to those who stepped up and stepped forward to help orchestrate and participate in one of the biggest Santa Claus Parades the Friendly City has ever experienced.

A small but mighty group of community champions accepted the challenge of putting on a parade in only 5 weeks and should be proud of what they accomplished so that so many could enjoy the fruits of their labour.

In an incredible display of civic pride, the community rallied to celebrate and support this effort so that we might take pause, gather responsibly and witness this decade’s long tradition.

Thanks to: Carrie Lacroix, Liz Wismer-Van Meer, Jason Norris, Kelly Gilson, and Virginia Armstrong.

This effort wouldn’t have been possible without the efforts of Rachel & Jeremy of Martin Towing, Anthony Punturiero – The Power Garage, The Woodstock Lions Club, Woodstock Police Service and Auxiliary, Woodstock Agricultural Society – Denise Alexander, Mike Crabbe, Kim DiLello – Theatre Woodstock, Home Hardware, Oxford Civil Group – Wayne Swance and Woodstock Oxford Rotary Club.

MONDAY FEBRUARY 21, 2022

BEGINNING AT 10AM

CREATIVE

Family Day!

ENJOY ACTIVITIES AND FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY! Art

History

Swimming

Skating

Family Games

Visit CITYOFWOODSTOCK.CA/FAMILYDAY for details and registration.