WOW NovDec 2021

What’s On Woodstock November/December 2021

Your Go-To Community Magazine

Lighting of Museum Square on November 19th Pg. 4

Remembrance Day returns to Cenotaph Pg. 5

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ORNAMENT EXCHANGE P L E A S E N O T E T H E C H A N G E OF V E N U E This year’s event will be held at: COWAN SPORTSPLEX, REEVE HALL 895 RIDGEWAY DRIVE, WOODSTOCK ON Please drop off your unwanted, gently used Christmas ornaments Thursday, November 25th | 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Friday, November 26th | 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

“Shop for Free” for “New to You” items Saturday, November 27th | 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

NOTE: SOUTHWESTERN PUBLIC HEALTH SAFTEY PROTOCOLS WILL BE IN PLACE. YOU MUST PROVIDE PROOF OF DOUBLE VACCINATION AND WEAR A MASK TO ENTER REEVE HALL.

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

A: Bill Allen.

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LIGHTING OF MUSEUM SQUARE

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WE REMEMBER

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SAYING GOODBYE

To kick off the unofficial start of the Christmas season, plans are underway for the Lighting of Museum Square on November 19th.

Photo by Andrew Norris

Remembrance Day ceremony returns to the Victoria Park Cenotaph this year. Join in person, or watch on Rogers TV. Long time writer of this magazine passed away recently. Join us as we remember Jeff Culp and his contribution to this magazine.

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NEXT EDITION

ABOUT THE COVER

The January/February 2022 edition of WOW will be delivered with Canada Post beginning on December 30.

Museum Square is the place to be on November 19th at 6:30pm as we celebrate the lighting of the lights!

CITY SCHEDULES AND SERVICES 2 6 8 8 8 9

Woodstock Ornament Exchange Resilience of People with Disabilities in a Pandemic Call for WEAC Advisory Committeee Volunteers Dog Tag Program Termination On-Call Crossing Guards Wanted Fall Leaf Pick-up Program

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Neighbourhood Shared Stop Program WEAC Green Tips Woodstock Public Library Woodstock Museum NHS Woodstock Art Gallery Transit and Para-transit Schedules Thank You Woodstock

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2021 LIGHTING OF MUSEUM SQUARE

Join us on the evening of Friday, November 19th for the unofficial kick off to the Christmas season with the lighting of museum square.

Plans are currently in the works and details will be available on the City of Woodstock website www. cityofwoodstock.ca and social media platforms – Facebook and Twitter as they become available but make sure to SAVE THE DATE! The evening will

feature music, the traditional Woodstock Museum scavenger hunt, special guests and surprises.

Dress for the weather and join us as we light up Museum Square with spectacular displays, sounds of the season and more!

Event begins at 6:30pm. * Images above taken at the 2019 Lighting of Museum Square before the COVID-19 pandemic.

SOUTHWESTERN PUBLIC HEALTH SAFTEY PROTOCOLS WILL BE IN PLACE.

CITY OF WOODSTOCK

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REMEMBR ANCE DAY THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2021

The 2021 Remembrance Day program will return to Victoria Park for our traditional ceremony at the Cenotaph.

The ceremonies will begin at 10:15 a.m. with the pre-laying of wreaths.

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10:45am - the parade marches off to the Cenotaph 10:55am - Singing of O Canada 10:58am - Last Post 11:00am - “THE SILENCE” - ONE MINUTE OF SILENCE Harvard Fly Over THE LAMENT THE ACT OF REMEMBRANCE REVEILLE Prayers and Address Officials Address Reading of Flanders Fields Placing of the Wreaths Benediction and Blessing God Save the Queen Closing March off the parade March off the RCR Sentries Please continue to monitor the City of Woodstock website www.cityofwoodstock.ca and Facebook and Twitter social media platforms for additional details and information.

We will be strictly following southwest Public Health Covid 19 safety protocols.

A full outline of the program will also be available in the Oxford Review on November 4th and the Sentinel-Review on November 9th.

Rogers TV will be broadcasting the ceremony live starting at 10:45 a.m. on the morning of Thursday, November 11th, and re-broadcast at 2pm., 5pm., and 8:30pm.

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Resilience of People with Disabilities in a Pandemic While many of us had difficult experiences during the pandemic, people with disabilities faced specific struggles. Based on a 2017 study, 21% of Canadians with a disability live alone, almost half require help with daily activities and one in five do not use the Internet.

With many programs and services closed, and social distancing recommendations, people with disabilities struggled without in‑person support and social interaction. Many services went virtual, but several virtual platforms are not accessible, especially for people with visual or hearing impairments. People also had to learn unfamiliar virtual platforms and obtain stable Internet. As a result of barriers, people with disabilities encountered increased mental health issues, but mental health services were also limited in availability.

A University of Toronto study of over a thousand Canadians with disabilities and chronic conditions during the pandemic found that almost half had concerns about their finances and over 40 percent were worried about losing employment within the next month. People with disabilities already face lower employment rates and many work in the service sector, which involved greater risk during the pandemic.

“I have discovered new facets to my adaptability, but people who are blind were already pretty good at that, including me. Being sick a lot, as a child, this taught me resilience,” said Kerry Kijewski, a member of the Woodstock Accessibility Advisory Committee. People with

visual impairments often rely on their other senses, such as touch and sound, to navigate the world. However, physical distancing made these methods more difficult. People have limited access to individuals who can act as guides and have reported difficulty Image: Person with a mask and eyes with hearing closed, with hands on window glass. through masks and Plexiglass barriers. Another significant challenge that existed before the pandemic, visual signs and cues, has been amplified. Visual signs and cues were used to convey information about distancing and safety measures without alternative communication methods. Lastly, others may not recognize that people with invisible disabilities are facing barriers and that they may require assistance.

In terms of positive outcomes of the pandemic, Kerry states, “I do like the virtual option that is so readily available now, though I worry that will go back to before times once people feel we’re in the clear. Transportation can be tricky and medical issues, like chronic pain, this means virtual was a relief in many ways.”

People with disabilities met the pandemic with creativity and determination. After assessing what was beneficial and what can be improved, we can move forward with empathy towards a more accessible Canada.

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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WE REMEMBER Clinton Jeffery Culp March 3, 1957 – October 10, 2021

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he What’s On Woodstock magazine recently lost an invaluable member of its team with the passing of longtime friend, colleague and fellow Blue Jays fan, Jeff Culp.

Jeff was a talented journalist and broadcaster with a thoughtful demeanor and keen eye for a good story. Jeff was also an entrepreneur and local businessman having owned and operated a communications company, Oxford Media Group, which successfully competed for national contracts promoting energy conservation on behalf of Energy Mines and Resources.

Jeff was well travelled and well-read and was an active member of the Kinsmen Club of Woodstock where he was awarded a lifetime membership.

Jeff’s wit and intellect will be missed at our monthly editorial meetings for the What’s On Woodstock magazine, a publication he had been involved with for more than 15 years.

When not writing for What’s On Woodstock, he became a Facebook journalist and wrote on a wide range of topics.

The combination of his formidable intellect, insatiable curiosity and clarity of phrase made his page a favourite of many.

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

A: A giant garage sale every summer.

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The Corporation of the City of Woodstock

WOODSTOCK ENVIRONMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE Woodstock City Council invites applications from volunteers interested in serving on the Woodstock Environment Advisory Committee.

ON-CALL CROSSING GUARDS WANTED!

All applications must be in writing and on the City’s application form. Additional information about the Committee can be found on the City of Woodstock Website.

Applications will be accepted until 4:30 p.m. on November 26, 2021.

Applications are available for pickup at the City Clerk’s Office on the Main Floor of City Hall or on the City of Woodstock Website www.cityofwoodstock.ca/committees

The City of Woodstock is seeking On-Call Crossing Guards to help ensure children’s safety at our specified street crossings.

HAVE YOU TAKEN ACTION? You no longer have to purchase a dog tag from the City of Woodstock, however, you must stay compliant with Municipal Code Chapter 212 Dog/Cat Regulation.

It’s easy!

Just do one of the following • Ensure your dog is wearing a collar or harness that has a personalized tag with your contact information • Get your dog microchipped If your furry friend gets picked up without contact information, Animal Control will give their best effort to locate you. If no owner can be located the dog will then be put up for adoption.

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Do you possess the following: • Experience working with children • Good physical condition, able to withstand extreme weather conditions • Fully conversant in the English language written and oral • Must have reliable transportation to be able to get to assigned crossing locations

For more information and to apply online go to https://careers.cityofwoodstock.ca

If you wish to speak with someone about this opportunity and your potential fit for the position, please contact Human Resources in City Hall at 519‑539-2382 ext. 2202.

Notice of

FALL LEAF PICK‑UP PROGRAM Curbside leaf collection is in effect October through November.

To assist with the leaf cleanup of your neighbourhood, we are requesting residents to rake leaves to the curb. Please rake only loose leaves to the curb and place them in piles on the edge of the road within 1 metre or 3 feet of the curb.

Please do not park on top of the leaf piles or place leaf piles on top of the catchbasins. Remember kids may be tempted to play in the leaves; please ensure their safety by telling them not to play on the roadside leaf pile.

Leaves Must be Raked to Curb by November 21!

You can also bring your leaves to the Yard Waste Depot at 944 James Street or consider alternative methods such as mulching or placing them in your backyard composter. Please do not place brush, ornamental grasses, potting material, bagged leaves, etc. at the curb. These items can be dropped off at the Yard Waste Depot on James Street between 8:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. seven days a week. At the depot, please remove your leaves from your bags.

WE APPRECIATE AND THANK YOU FOR YOUR COOPERATION

For information about this program, or other City programs, please visit the City’s website at

www.cityofwoodstock.ca

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What’s in a name?

That’s got a Beginning in 1832, retired ring to it!

Army and Navy officers From the minutes of the from England arrived in the July 14, 1966 Council area with plans to settle – meeting a report was filed among them Captain Drew that read in part: “The R.N., an advance agent for large bell located on the Admiral Henry Vansittart. upper flat roof of the City Captain Drew purchased Hall Annex has not been lands for Admiral Vansittart, operated for several years. who arrived in 1834. Old * City of Woodstock The bell is situated directly above the kitchen, suspended in a St. Paul’s Anglican Church was built in 1833, with funds framework: the bell weighs approximately 1200 lbs. There is presently a advanced by Admiral Vansittart, and soon the nucleus of a village crack in the ceiling of the kitchen, which was brought about by the bell’s grew in the eastern part of the town site first identified by Governor operation. It is therefore recommended that the bell and framework be Simcoe in 1795. This was named Woodstock by Admiral Vansittart, removed and that the roof beneath the bell, be levelled with the existing after his English School. Many streets in Woodstock were named after roof. It is Council’s wish that the bell be retained and situated at some these early settlers, such as Vansittart, Drew, Light, Hunter, Graham other location in the City or disposed of in some other manner.” The and others. The town was surveyed and the first lots were sold in bell was on housed at the Peace Tower 1933–1834. on Ferguson Ave before being recently Hockey Heroes delivered back to City Hall where it is Gene and Dave McLaren, Don currently on display outside the Reeve St. Jones and Ken Kitching all had the entrance. rare opportunity of playing on two championship Woodstock hockey Hey look at us! teams – one junior and one senior.

In an early 90’s tourism brochure issued All four players contributed to the from the Office of the Development 1968–69 Provincial champion Jr “C” Commissioner, the official marketing Navy Vets and almost a decade later “buzz phrase” was “Woodstock, Ontario the 1976–77 Continental Sr. “A” – Canada, a beautiful place to know! champions.

The cover featured Town Cryer Scott Fraser. The contents of the flyer offered Radio Days snippets of information on Architecture, 290 Dundas St. hosted a radio station for over 7 decades. The first Attractions, Rural Pleasures Abound, show having been broadcast on December 7, 1947. The last live show Shopping, Special Events and History. The aired on December 14, 2019 – 72 years, 7 days. The call names over Economic Development office handled the this time were CKOX, CKDK, K102, K104, Energy 104, 103.9 The tourism portfolio before the creation of Tourism Oxford.

Hawk, Greatest Hits 103.9, MORE FM, and, Country 104.

Amazing Cow Tales

COW Tales have been contributed by Brad Janssen.

Visit us online at www.facebook.com/WhatsOnWoodstock

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WHAT’S ON WOODSTOCK | November/December 2021

Cow Tales Way Cow-tales

Backback Whenwhen way

CONTEST Contest

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 annual event is closely associated with the Woodstock Flying Club? (See pg. 7)

THE WINNER of the October ‘Way Back When’ Contest is Michelle Q. Woodstock’s Jr. ‚“C‚“ Navy Vets hockey team hits the ice again McCoy of Woodstock! She correctly answered that there are 12 traffic lights between County Rd. 4 and Oxford/Mill Streets. Michelle wins a $50 gift card from Boston Pizza Woodstock, plus she now qualifies for a $100 Boston Pizza Woodstock gift card to be drawn from all the monthly winners in November.

Thank you to our sponsor!

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this winter, what year did they first play? (See pg. 19)

Q. What former Woodstock mayor owned and operated a lumber store? (See pg. 3)

Q. What are the original names of these current schools: Winchester Public, Roch Carrier, and Holy Family? (See pg. 17)

Q. E.J. Cole Co. Furniture is painted on the

east side of 495 Dundas St. What two other products are also featured?

Send your answer along with your name and phone number to bjanssen@cityofwoodstock.ca by Friday, November 19th, 2021.

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CITY OF WOODSTOCK 2021 CHRISTMAS SEASON SCHEDULE City Hall

CLOSED Dec. 24 thru Jan. 3

Small Business Centre CLOSED Dec. 24 thru Jan. 3

Community Complex

Voluntary Friendly Neighbour Shared Stop Program

• Friendly neighbours are encouraged to share a garbage and recycling waste collection spot.

• Each shared stop reduces operational drive time and corresponding greenhouse gases (GHGs).

Shared Stop Considerations • First approach a friendly neighbour to see if they would be interested in participating in the program. Begin with open communication, set clear expectations and responsibilities: • If a stop is in non-compliance the respective address may be issued a ticket by City Bylaw.

• Use City approved containers with each resident’s address written on the side of the garbage and recycling containers.

• Maybe start with sharing a stop for only garbage where only one container is involved.

• A shared stop can be a neighbour across the street, however, it is recommended only in areas that experience low volume of motorists and where crossing the road can be conducted safely.

• Avoid sharing when there are seasonal obstructions (e.g. bulk item collection, brush collection, snow banks etc.) that may reduce accessibility or visibility.

CLOSED Dec. 24, 25, 26, 31 & Jan. 1 OPEN Dec. 27, 28, 29 & 30

Community Complex Office CLOSED Dec. 24 thru Jan. 2

Civic Centre Arena

CLOSED Dec. 24, 25, 26, 31 & Jan. 1 OPEN Dec. 27, 28, 29 & 30

Parks

CLOSED Dec. 24 thru Jan. 3

Southside Aquatics Centre OPEN Dec. 24 (6:00am–2:00pm) OPEN Dec. 31 (6:00am–2:00pm)

CLOSED Dec. 25, 26th, & Jan. 1

Cowan Park Sportsplex

OPEN Dec. 24 (8:45am–12:00pm) CLOSED Dec. 25, 26 & Jan. 1 OPEN Dec. 27 & 31 (8:45am–12:00pm)

Art Gallery

CLOSED Dec. 24 thru Jan. 3

Museum

CLOSED Dec. 24 thru Jan. 3

Library

CLOSED Dec. 24, 25, 26, 27, 31 & Jan. 1, 2 OPEN Dec. 28, 29 & 30, & Jan. 3 (Reg. Hours)

Engineering Office CLOSED Dec. 24 thru Jan. 3

Public Works

CLOSED Dec. 24 thru Jan. 3 Office Closed but phones manned: Dec. 29, 30 & the morning of Dec. 31

Garbage & Recycling

No pick-up Dec. 24, 27, 28 & Jan. 3 Dec. 28 pick-up moved to Dec. 30 Dec. 24 pick-up moved to Dec. 23 Jan. 2 pick-up moved to Jan. 4 Dec. 27 pick-up moved to Dec. 29

Transit and Paratransit

Dec. 24 – Regular Service until 8:00pm Dec. 25 & 26 – No Transit Service Dec. 27, 28, 29, 30 & 31 – Regular Service Jan. 1 – No Transit Service

Water Department

CLOSED Dec. 24, 25, 26, 27, 28 & Jan. 1, 2, 3 OPEN Dec. 29 & 30 OPEN Dec. 31, 7:30am–11:30am After Hour Water Emergencies – 519-539-2382 ext. 3120

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WHAT’S ON WOODSTOCK | November/December 2021

YOUR WOODSTOCK ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE PRESENTS

❱❱❱❱❱❱ Green Tips ❰❰❰❰❰❰

While you may actively participate in Waste Reduction Week that is celebrated annually across Canada during the month of October, this not the only time to consider reducing your waste! Here are some key tips to reduce your waste in the City of Woodstock.

Buy used Christmas decorations that can be reused year-over-year. The

City of Woodstock runs a Christmas Decoration exchange. No better opportunity to trade in your gentle used Christmas decorations and you may be surprised just what you may find! Items can be dropped off at the Reeves Community Hall, Cowan Sportsplex, 895 Ridgeway Drive on • Thursday, November 25, 5:00–7:00 p.m.

• Friday, November 26, 5:00–7:00 p.m.

The “New to You” free Christmas Shopping Event will take place on

• Saturday, November 27, 8:30–10:30 a.m.

Don’t landfill your pumpkins and squash after Halloween! They are delicious

sources of food! Did you know that pumpkins and squash are edible for humans and barn-yard animals? When we send pumpkins to the landfill, they create methane – a greenhouse gas that contributes to climate change. There are lots of recipes to #cookeverypart of your pumpkin: from seeds, flesh to skin.

The flesh can be used for soups, pies and pumpkin ‘fries.’ If you can’t use it all at once, consider chopping it up and freezing it for a recipe later. Seeds make excellent snacks (be sure to save some raw ones to plant next spring!). Finally, clean pumpkin skin can also be made into chips! There are lots of recipes online.

(Hint: IKEA’s The Scraps Book is available online for free!)

Don’t feel like cooking? Residents of the City of Woodstock can donate any unwanted pumpkins and squash to be used for creating community meals and feeding hungry livestock within Oxford County.

Drop off your unpainted, uncarved pumpkin to the EnviroDepot, 944 James Street by November 6 and volunteers of the Great Pumpkin Rescue will see they are donated to local farmers!

Did you know, this beloved event sees more than 80% of donated items find a new home and the remaining items are donated to the local Salvation Army!

Before you toss your Christmas Tree to the curb, consider recycling if you have

space in your backyard. Christmas trees can provide shelter for wildlife, be used as mulch, or composted.

Reduce and reuse wrapping paper.

You may be surprised to learn that Canadians generate 540,000 tonnes of waste from gift wrapping and shopping bags every year!1 This waste tends to go right to the landfill due to 1 h ttps://www.greenpeace.org/canada/en/story/27868/ never-buy-gift-paper-again-the-ultimate-guide-to-zerowaste-wrapping/

the complexity of materials. But there are a lot of waste-free options for wrapping your holiday gifts: ✱ Newspapers, kids’ artwork, old maps, and old copies of the WOW magazine make excellent wrapping paper and bows. ✱ Avoid tape by tying your present with a piece of string. ✱ Use an old or thrifted t-shirt or fabric. ✱ Make your own gift bags from a cereal or food box.2

Shop Local, Shop Pre-loved, Shop ZeroWaste. Challenge yourself to buy nothing

new, or at least a percentage of your buying over the holiday season. We all need to do our bit to help stem the flow of plastic toys, cheap party clothes and throwaway electronic gizmos into landfills. Plus, there are so many great options locally to buy preloved, zerowaste items! Why not check out these local businesses: ✱ Salvation Army, Goodwill, Missions Thrift Store, Once Again Upscale ✱ Habitat for Humanity Woodstock ReStore ✱ The Crossings Used Books ✱ Record Works (huge variety, new and used items) ✱ Baby Boutique (gently used children’s clothing) ✱ Jarful Refillery (Reuse and Refill everyday items) ✱ One of a Kind Antique Mall ✱ Long-McQuade (Instrument Rental) ✱ Give the Gift of Repair – rather than buy new, check out one of these local repair shops: Guy’s Vac Shop, Quality Shoe Repair ✱ Give the Gift of Time – from food to beverage, music, entertainment, locallyowned gyms, children play centres, green circle salons; give the gift of time this holiday season.

A complete guide to local shopping can be found at https://woodstockchamber.ca/ membership-directory/#/cid/1419/id/501

2 https://www.thecentsiblelife.com/handmade-gift-bags/

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

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Public Library: Your Destination for Discovery Fall 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.

Fall Zoom 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.

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

Preschool Zoom Blast Off!

(3–5 years) Wednesdays.................................................... 10:00–10:30 am November 10–December 15 Call or visit the Library to register for your Zoom invite to participate in this fun filled storytime with stories, songs, and rhymes for preschoolers.

StemLab for Kids (6–10 years)

X WPL Facebook instructions posted biweekly on Monday mornings November 1, 15, December 6, 20 Explore the world of computer coding, engineering, technology and science with simple activities, book ideas and resource recommendations.

Toddler Zoom

(12–35 months) Thursdays....................................................... 10:00–10:30 am November 11–December 16 Call or visit the Library to register for your Zoom invite to participate in this half hour program of stories, rhymes and songs for toddlers accompanied by their caregiver.

Baby Rhyme Time at Home X WPL YouTube video posted weekly on Thursday mornings November 11–December 16 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 11:00 am every Thursday.

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Photo by Kevin Gent – Unsplash

(birth to 12 months)

Creative Club (8–13 years) Fridays, 4:00–4:45 pm, November 5, 19, December 3 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.

Holiday Story Stroll for Families December 4–31 Get in the festive spirit this season with a holiday story stroll downtown. Browse shop windows along Dundas Street and enjoy a seasonal story with your family.

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Book Battles for Kids! (3–12 years) X WPL Facebook instructions posted biweekly on Saturday mornings

November 6, 20, December 4, 18 Vote for your favourite children’s books in our ultimate battle of the books showdown! Watch for our Book Battles biweekly posts on Saturday mornings. The Battles will be posted on our social media feeds where you will be able to vote for your favourites in the comments section. The winners will be announced the following Monday.

I Spy Challenge (6–12 years)

X WPL Facebook fun posted monthly

Time to Hibernate November 6 Can you find the animals that are getting ready to sleep for the winter? Test your I Spy skills with our digital quiz.

Holiday Fun! December 4 Check out our holiday themed I Spy and test your skills with our digital quiz.

PD Day STEAM Kits (5–12 years) Friday, November 12 Drop into the Children’s Department this PD Day to pick up a STEAM based activity kit for kids. A limited number of kits will be available on a first come, first served basis.

Take & Make Craft Kits (Family)

X Pick up your monthly kit starting Saturday, November 20 and December 18

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, at-home activity that is sure to engage and entertain!

Nailed It! Holiday Baking Challenge (Family)

December 1–22 Kids, teens and families are invited to participate in a Nailed It! style competition to celebrate the holiday season (no professional bakers please). Show us your holiday-themed cake, cookies or confections for a chance to win a prize and bragging rights!

Photo submissions can be sent to programs@mywpl.ca and will be accepted from December 1–22. Voting on Facebook will commence December 23, and the winner will be announced on December 30.

StemLab Special Event – Hour of Code Candy Quest (6–10 years) X WPL Facebook instructions posted biweekly on Monday mornings December 6 Participate in the Hour of Code with WPL! This year during Computer Science Education Week, December 6–12, we are challenging kids to try something new.

Using Tynker, design your own candy troll character and go on a multi-level quest for candy to help your character finds its way home. You’ll solve coding puzzles, while avoiding obstacles and collecting gumdrops and mints. Links to this exciting program will be posted on social media.

Holiday Cooking with Chef Eli (all ages) 7:00–8:00 pm, Tuesday, December 21 Gather the family and join Chef Eli of the Stratford Chef’s School as he guides you through a live Zoom demonstration of a quick and easy holiday recipe. A list of ingredients will be sent to participants in advance so they can join in the cooking fun. Call or visit the library to register for your Zoom invite.

Fall Virtual Programs for Teens Book Battles for Teens! (13–17 years) X WPL Facebook instructions posted biweekly on Friday afternoons

November 5, 19, December 3, 17 Vote for your favourite YA books in our ultimate battle of the books showdown! Watch for our Book Battles biweekly posts on Friday afternoons. The Battles will be posted in our Teen Instagram Stories (wplteen) where you will be able to vote for your favourites. The winners will be announced at the end of the day.

NaNoWriMo for Teens & Tweens (12–17 years)

Virtual Write-Ins:

3:30–4:30 pm, Saturday, November 6 7:00–8:00 pm, Wednesday, November 10 7:00–8:00 pm, Tuesday, November 16 7:00–8:00 pm, Wednesday, November 24 7:00–8:00 pm, Tuesday, November 30

Finale Party:

7:00–7:30 pm, Wednesday, December 1 November is National Novel Writing Month: a month long event where participants try and write a novel in just 30 days! WPL is participating in NaNoWriMo’s Young Writers Program and will be hosting several virtual write-ins. Are you up for the challenge?

Register for you Zoom invite at the library and pick up your NaNo grab bag at the children’s desk!

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Teen Fandom Trivia (12–17 years) Marvel Trivia: 7:00–8:00 pm, Wednesday, November 17 Avatar Trivia: 7:00–8:00 pm, Tuesday, December 21 Every month we’ll test your knowledge on different fandoms, whether it be Marvel, Harry Potter, Disney, Avatar the Last Airbender, and more! We will be using Kahoot! to play, so it is recommended that participants have 2 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!

Shelf Talks

X WPL YouTube video posted biweekly on Monday evenings November 15, December 6, 20 Looking for something new to read? Join us biweekly on Monday evenings as we book talk our top new books and old favourites.

Fall Virtual Programs for Adults

Fall Health & Wellbeing Series

Check out our website at mywpl.ca for fantastic daily program postings for adults.

Book a Librarian

Holidays Around the World Beanstack Challenge (all ages)

December 1–23 The holidays are a wonderful time for reconnecting with family and friends, while enjoying old traditions and creating new ones.

This year, learn about traditions from all over the world! Log your reading for a chance to win a festive prize.

Holiday Crafting with Creativebug X WPL social media posting posted biweekly on Tuesday evenings

Photo supplied

Book a time for one-on-one assistance on any topic 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.

Mondays....................... 2:30–3:30 pm Fridays........................10:15–11:15 am

Join us as health and wellbeing professionals offer ways to improve your health and lower your stress. Call or visit the Library to register for your Zoom invite for each session. Can’t make the Zoom session? We will be posting a recording of each session on our YouTube channel for 2 weeks following each program.

Yoga 2:00–3:00 pm, Wednesday, November 3 Allison Drost of Woodstock School of Dance and Yoga will lead a virtual yoga session to help you feel amazing inside and out. Learn about yoga positions and breathing techniques.

Participants of all abilities are welcome to join.

Understanding Memory Loss 2:00–3:00 pm, Wednesday, November 17 Do you have concerns that you or someone you know is being challenged with memory loss? Join us as the Alzheimer’s Society Southwest Partner’s expert shares their knowledge about signs and prevention. After the presentation an off camera question and answer period will follow.

Envisioning 2022 2:00–3:00 pm, Wednesday, December 1 Why make New Year’s resolutions that quickly pass? Consider an engaging approach of synergizing 2022 with coaching expert, Marsha Barona. Choose new and motivating life changes and make them happen! Join us as Marsha motivates you to a better healthier way of life.

November 2, 16, 30, December 7, 21 Get crafty this holiday season! Look for our social media posts, promoting just one of thousands of DIY videos and courses available on Creativebug, free with your library card.

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Get Caught Reading

Crafty Adults

November 5, 19, December 3, 17 Looking for your next favourite read? Check out top titles and recommended reads by our library staff as they get caught reading!

Join us monthly on our YouTube channel to learn how to create some holiday inspired crafts!

X WPL Facebook literary inspiration posted biweekly on Friday evenings

Afternoon Book Club

2nd Tuesday of the month, 2:00–3:00 pm Weather permitting, bring your lawn chair and gather in the yard next to the Library to join in on lively discussion and to share what you are reading. If the weather is rainy, join the book club on Zoom by checking the Adult Program page of our website for your Zoom invite.

November 9

The Personal Librarian

by Marie Benedict

December 14 Raft of Stars

by Andrew J. Graff

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.

X WPL YouTube video posted monthly on Thursday evening

Cozy Coasters Thursday, November 18 Learn how to create cozy and colourful coasters using only three materials! These coasters are sure to make the perfect resting spot for your coffee or tea.

Stove Top Potpourri Thursday, December 16 Are you looking for a craft that will leave your home smelling holiday ready? Learn how to assemble stove top potpourri!

Print the gift tags from our website and this craft doubles as the perfect gift.

What’s Cooking? For Adults: Holiday Edition

7:00–8:00 pm, Thursday, November 25 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 sweet and savoury treats for your next holiday gathering, 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.

Getting Crafty with Creativebug

November 10

The Personal Librarian

by Marie Benedict

December 8 Raft of Stars

by Andrew J. Graff

Assistive Settings on Your Device

10:30–11:30 am, Monday, November 15 Learn about the settings and features on most computers and mobile devices that are available to help make using them a little easier. Discover screen readers and magnifiers, sticky keys, mouse settings, assistive touch and more! Register for your Zoom invite by calling or visiting the library. Spaces are limited.

Throwback Tuesdays

X WPL Facebook history gems posted monthly on Tuesday evenings November 16, December 21 Learn a little about Woodstock Public Library’s history with our Throwback Tuesday history gems.

10:30–11:30 am, Monday, December 6 Get crafty this holiday season! This Zoom workshop will introduce you to Creativebug – the library’s one step shop of 1000s of free DIY instructional videos to inspire you to create and make.

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

Spaces are limited.

Kahoot Pub Trivia Night 7:00–9:00 pm, Wednesday, December 15 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!

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

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

A: D.M. Sutherland, Hillcrest and St. Mary’s.

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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

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.

Save Christmas Escape Room Fridays and Saturdays November 12–December 4 | 4:00pm – 9:00pm A naughty elf who doesn’t like the holidays has hidden Santa away. Can you find Ol’ Saint Nick and save Christmas before it’s too late Call 519-537-8411 ext. 2901 or book online.

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

Pinecone PA Day Friday, November 12 | 9:00am – 4:00pm Pinecones not only protect the seeds of pine trees, but tons of fun crafts can also be made from them! Today we’ll learn fun facts about pine trees, seeds and the birds that eat them, play woodland games, and bring a little nature inside with a pinecone craft.

Ages: 7–12 $40 Non-Members / $30 Members

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Vintage Christmas Card Sale Order online until November 21 Pickup November 30–December 4 Spread some holiday cheer with the Woodstock Museum’s Vintage Christmas Card Sale! Cards are sold in packs of 12 and feature four wintery scenes from the Museum’s collection.

Order online at woodstockmuseum.ca $20/Pack of 12

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

Felted Bird Workshop French Hen Tuesday, November 23 | 6:30pm – 8:00pm Learn how to create your own cute chicken with needle felting! We’ll be crafting one of these birds from the 12 Days of Christmas. All materials provided. $30 Non-Members / $25 Members

Holiday Card Workshop - Families Tuesday, November 30 | 6:30pm – 7:30pm Get crafty at this fun card-making workshop!

All materials provided. Space is limited. Best for adults and children ages 6+. Free for people with an active family membership. $10 Non-Members / $0 Members

Winter Camp Monday–Friday December 27–31 | 9:00am – 4:00pm Each wintery camp day will feature hot and cold games, crafts, and activities to excite and amaze you. Enjoy warm mitten crafts and cool polar bear games. Fun both indoor and out! You’re going to need snowpants! Register before December 17.

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

Holiday Card Workshop - Adults Tuesday, December 7 | 6:30pm – 7:30pm Get crafty at this fun, self-directed card-making workshop! All materials provided. Space is limited.

Free for active members $20 Non-Members / $0 Members

Felted Bird Workshop Turtle Dove Tuesday, December 14 | 6:30pm – 8:00pm Learn how to create your own cute turtle dove with needle felting! We’ll be crafting one of these birds from the 12 Days of Christmas. All materials provided. $30 Non-Members / $25 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

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

A: 1966.

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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:

January 20, 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.

CoMMUnITY CrEATION kITS THE PERFECT GIFT FOR ART LOVERS AGES 10 AND UP!

$50 EACH

• • • •

Sculpture Mixed-Media Printmaking Drawing

Each kit includes high quality tools and materials, activities and resources.

Purchase in the gift shop or online at

WOODSTOCKARTGALLERY.CA

BUy OnE, GIVE ONE! November 30–December 18*

Give back for the holidays by purchasing a kit for a family in need! Kits will be distributed in partnership with Children’s Aid Society of Oxford County.

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

*Gift shop only. Not available for online purchases.

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)

PARA-TRANSIT Effective August 2, 2016

Para-Transportation Services Available for Registered Eligible Individuals

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 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

WHAT’S ON WOODSTOCK | November/December 2021

COMMUNITY EVENTS SPONSORED BY WHAT’S ON WOODSTOCK November 1–21

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2 4, 18

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Vintage Christmas Card Sale, Woodstock Museum.

Cards are sold in packs of 12, featuring wintery scenes from the Museum’s collection. Order online. See details on pg. 18 and visit woodstockmuseum.ca Old St. Paul’s Christmas Online Auction, Help support our shelter for the homeless and upkeep of the church.

Bidding ends Nov. 8 at 8:00pm. Visit us online here: https://www.32auctions.com/oldstpauls2021.

Crossroads: 2021 Grand National Fibre Art Exhibition Opens, Woodstock Museum NHS, hosted by the Woodstock Art Gallery. See details on pg. 20.

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 Nov. 18.

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

Save Christmas Escape Room, Woodstock Museum NHS, 1 hr time slots, ages 14+, $20/person (4–6 people). Book by calling 519-537-8411 ext. 2901.

Fridays and Saturdays through Dec. 4. See pg. 18.

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27–28

Lighting of Museum Square, 6:30pm in Museum Square.

Join us for the unofficial kick off to Christmas! The evening features music, lights, scavenger hunt and more.

Visit www.cityofwoodstock.ca for details and see pg. 4.

Oxford Mental Health Auction Fundraiser by R&RMTs, Nov. 27, 9:00am–Nov. 28, 1:00pm. Help raise support for mental health therapy. Virtual event online at https:// www.32auctions.com/organizations/82207

December 1 4 6 27–31

Fall Health & Wellbeing Series: Envisioning 2022, Zoom event, 2:00–3:00pm. Visit or call the Library at 519-5394801 to register for your Zoom invite. See pg. 16.

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

StemLab Special Event: Hour of Code Candy Quest, Woodstock Public Library, Free. Ages 6–10. Details posted on Facebook.. Code with Tynker! See pg. 15.

Woodstock Museum Winter Camp, Mon–Fri, 9:00am– 4:00pm, for ages 7–12. $160 for non-members, $140 for members. Register before Dec. 17. See pg. 19

2022 Schedule What's On Woodstock is published nine times annually.

Reservation Deadline

Material Deadline

Release Date

For over 20 years, What’s On Woodstock has been the go-to source for information on our community.

Jan/Feb*

Dec 1

Dec 3

Dec 30 ¹

March

Feb 2

Feb 4

Feb 28 ¹

April

Mar 2

Mar 4

Mar 28 ¹

Advertising Rates

May

Apr 6

Apr 8

May 2 ¹

June/July*

May 4

May 6

May 30 ¹

August

July 6

July 8

Aug 2 ¹

September

Aug 3

Aug 5

Aug 29 ¹

Colour Rates (no b/w rates) Size

Non-Profit

Regular

Eighth page

$85

$105

October

Sep 7

Sep 9

Oct 3 ¹

Quarter page

$140

$195

Nov/Dec*

Oct 5

Oct 7

Oct 31 ¹

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.

Please note: Advertising rates are subject to change.

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

Advertising Contacts 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

Thank You Woodstock!

For helping us say thank you & to celebrate our frontline & essential workers during our September 17th fireworks at Cowan Fields.

It was amazing to see so many smiling faces at the first outdoor activity in months, and to congregate in honour of those that have helped and continue to assist us through this COVID-19 pandemic!

KUDO’S AND THANKS TO TOYOTA (TMMC) FOR THEIR CONTINUED CIVIC ENGAGEMENT AND SUPPORT IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE CITY OF WOODSTOCK TO BE ABLE TO LIGHT UP THE SKY AND RECOGNIZE SO MANY COMMUNITY CHAMPIONS!

Also, thanks to those that made it possible: • • • • • • • • • • • • •

City of Woodstock Fire Department City of Woodstock Police Auxiliary Woodstock Police Service City of Woodstock Works Department City of Woodstock Parks Department Movement Church Woodstock Woodstock Camera Club Holy Trinity Church École Secondaire Catholique Notre‑Dame Northstar Fireworks Todd’s Dogs Butter Chicken Truck King Cone