Community Guide - Summer 2011

summer 2011

community guide

activities for YOUTH | ADULT | SENIORS REGISTRATION STARTS Wednesday, JUNE 8TH

HIKE trail! the

ELORA CATARACT TRAILWAY www.trailway.org

Series 2011

Discover

the beautiful Elora Cataract Trailway ...

Centre Wellington’s Hidden

Gem.

Sunday JUNE 12th, 9 pm start - Flight of the Fireflies Sunday JULY 10th, 9 pm start - Hot Summer Nights Sunday AUGUST 14th, 9 pm start - Full Moon Sunday SEPTEMBER 11th, 10 am start - Indian Summer Sunday OCTOBER 2nd, 10 am start - Fall Harvest Sunday NOVEMBER 6th, 10 am start - Saving Daylight Sunday DECEMBER 4th, 10 am start - Jingle Bells

Mark your

calendar.

May to August - Hikes will begin at the Gerrie Road entrance, Elora September & October - Hikes will begin at the Belwood Conservation Area - Main Entrance November & December - Hikes will begin at the Gerrie Road entrance, Elora Evening hikes - please remember to bring your flashlight!

For more information call 519.843.2800.

Discover the Elora Cataract Trailway today, and be Active every day ... for your Health

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COMMUNITY Community Contact List Centre Wellington Events Elora Centre for the Arts Fergus Grand Theatre

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FITNESS Fitness Classes Weight Room

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2011

summer 2011

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ACTIVITIES FOR YOUTH | ADULT | SENIORS REGISTRATION STARTS WEDNESDAY, JUNE 8TH

On the cover: Ryan Gray catches some air off the ramps at the Centre Wellington Sportsplex skateboard park. Skaters are encouraged to wear safety equipment.

- photo by Helen Michel

Register Online

AQUATICS: How to register Registration Form General Pool Information Swimming Admittance & Supervision Pool Swim Schedule Pool Aquafit Schedule Lesson Descriptions (preschool) Red Cross Program Structure (kids) Admission Prices Swimming Lesson Schedule Specialty Programs Advanced Leadership Lifeguard Opportunities ADULT/SENIORS Victoria Park Seniors Centre Programs

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community

Community Contact List HELP Ambulance (Admin.)

843-5909 Animal Control, Jo Alans 843-7734 Blue Cross 1-800-873-2583 Centre Wellington Hydro 843-2900 Centre Well. Township Office 846-9691 Crime Stoppers 1-800-222-8477 Distress Centre Well/Dufferin 1-888-821-3760 Fire - Administration 843-1950 Fire - Public Safety Officer 843-1950 Groves Hospital Volunteer Assoc.

843-2010 Groves Memorial Hospital 843-2010 846-2715 Health Unit, Well/Duff/Guelph Highway Info (Winter) 1-888-638-9899 Hydro Emergency in Fergus & Elora 827-8588or827-8589 Kid’s Help Line 1-800-668-6868 OPP - 24 hrs 1-800-310-1122 OPP - Admin 856-1506 Poison Information 1-800-268-9017 843-6834 Rural Womens Support Programme Sewer Emergency 1-888-886-9281 St. John Ambulance, Les Morrison 846-8704 The Door Youth Centre 787-0925 GENERAL INFORMATION B.I.A Office, Elora 846-2563 B.I.A Office, Fergus 787-1384 Centre for Environmental Excellence 846-0841 C.W. Comm. Sportsplex - Fergus 843-2800 Elora Information Centre 846-9841 Elora Community Centre 843-2800 Fergus Information Centre 226-383-3000 Post Office, Elora 846-5681 Post Office, Fergus 843-1730 Wellington Cty. Library, Elora Branch 846-0190 Wellington Cty. Library, Fergus Branch 843-1180 Wellington Cty. Library, Aboyne Branch 846-0918 ARTS & CULTURE C.W. Childrens Drama, Sara Dunbar 843-5007 C.W. Singers, Suzanne Bielmann 837-1994 C.W. Youth Band, Brent Rowan 823-8893 Elora Arts Council, Riki Weiland 846-8906 Elora Cataract Trail, Raymond Soucy 843-7703 Elora Centre for the Arts 846-9698 Elora Community Theatre, B. Allan-Hill 846-9612 Elora Festival 846-0331 Elora Festival Singers 846-0331 Elora & Salem Horticulture, C. LaCroix 843-3131 Elora Writers Festival, Shirley Smith 846-0235 830-3349 Fergus Brass Band, Dale Campbell Fall Fair Board, Ted Kent 843-3371 Fergus Grand Theatre 787-1981 Fergus Horticultural, Helen Lacroix 843-3131 Fergus Pipe Band, Cindy Lindsay 843-3656 Fergus Scottish Festival 787-0099 Fergus Truck Show 843-3412 Grand Celtic Pipe Band, C. MacDonald 787-0191 Grinder Productions, Eric Goudie 780-7593 Kindermusik 843-3517 843-3517 Music for Young Children

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Neighbour Woods, Toni Ellis 846-0841 Not so Grand Players, Judy Faires 787-0346 787-0346 On the Spot Productions, Paul Faires Performance Studios 843-3517 Puppets Elora, Annerose Schmidt 846-8123 Village Idiot Productions 846-9336 Vision Theatre Productions 787-2324 Volunteer Centre of Guelph Wellington 822-0912 Wellington Cty. Museum & Archives 846-0916 Wellington Waterloo Playhouse, A. Argue 787-7441 CLUBS & LODGES Beavers, Cubs, Scouts, Deb MacPherson Belwood Hall (for bookings) Belwood Lions Club, Parry Frank Bridge Club, Don McNiven Brownies, Sparks,Fergus, M. Skerritt Brownies, Sparks, Elora, Cathy Bruder Centre Wellington Rotary, Sarah Jacobs Centre Well. Women’s Events Comm Elora Lions Club, Tom Waind Fergus & District Kinsmen, Chris Lloyd Fergus Lioness, Darlene Heffernan Fergus Lions Club, Norma Peterson First Fergus Scouting, Grant Townsend G.R.C.A., Belwood, Derek Strub G.R.C.A., Elora, Dan Morden Guides, Pathfinders, Elora, Cathy Bruder Guides, Pathfinders, Fergus, M. Skerritt IODE, Shelagh McRae Kinette Club of C.W., Mary Lloyd Masonic Lodge, Elora, Chris Brown Masonic Lodge, Fergus, Mike Blazek Mercer Masonic Lodge, David Chance Optimist Club of C.W. Fergus, G. Bailey Optimist Club, Elora, Shirley Giesel Opti-Mrs., Rose Shaw Order of Eastern Star, Muriel Brown Probus Club of CW, Donna Allcock Rebelah Lodge, Elora, Ann Warren Rotary Club, Jeff Ostic Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 229 Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 275 Senior Transit Senior Transit, Bus Rental The Door Youth Centre Victoria Park Seniors Centre Welcome Wagon, Helen Marucci Women’s Institute, Doreen Ecclestone SUPPORT SERVICES Big Brothers & Big Sister of Centre Well Block Parents, Elora - call OPP Block Parents, Fergus - call OPP Cancer Society, David Mitchell Centre Wellington Food Bank Community Resource Centre of N&Cwell Community Mental Health Continuing Education Family & Children Services Meals on Wheels Spark of Brilliance, P. McCulloch

843-6310 843-2800 787-2137 843-1361 846-0328 763-2199 843-1960 843-6834 846-2319 787-0522 837-6297 843-2163 843-3383 843-2979 846-9742 763-2199 846-0328 843-3174 843-1314 787-0554 843-7685 843-4224 843-2554 846-9480 843-4192 787-0554 846-2280 843-2247 843-2540 846-9611 843-2345 787-1814 843-1711 787-0925 787-1814 843-5570 843-1998 787-0106

843-8839 787-1401 843-7000 843-6191 836-7280 824-2410 323-2330 843-6191

DANCE INSTRUCTION Belly Dance with Voula Celtic Thunder, Irish Dancing Clickin Country Cloggers, S. Patterson Elora Grand Squares Fergus/Elora Academy of Dance DD Ballroom Dance Group, D. Dube Grand River Dance Academy MacDonald School of Scottish Arts M. Matthews Highland Dance Scottish Country Dancing Square Dancing, Valerie Kampf Tilt Your Kilt Highland Dancd

830-6583 787-0096 823-5625 843-3260 846-6666 846-8806 843-5040 846-5854 843-5078 843-3565 843-3260 787-4602

SPORTS & LEISURE Badminton Club, Ross Langlands 843-3246 Ball Hockey, Cary Valedis 846-2983 Baton Club - Superstars, Krista DiStasi 994-0639 Basketball CW Celtics, Spencer Linwood 820-9971 Beach Volleyball, Tom Woods 787-1945 821-9972 Belwood Sailing Club, Margaret Hull Break Away Sports, Julie Katerberg 846-9013 Cheerleading - Bears 226-971-1614 Curling Club, Elora 846-0440 Curling Club, Fergus 843-2641 Cycling Club, Nick Bachinski 787-0441 Fergus Model Flyers, Don Martin 843-3153 Football, Chris Brown 787-0554 Friends of the Grand, Larry MacGratton 843-3102 Grand River Girls Hockey, Barry McKerracher 843-6218 Gymnastics Club, Ross Langlands 843-3246 In-door Soccer 843-3360 In-Line Hockey, Doug Wagenaar 843-1246 Kayak Club, Wayne Donison 400-0858 Men’s Three Pitch, Elora, Ashley Woods 787-1888 Men’s Three Pitch, Fergus, P. Wallace 843-5047 Men’s Three Pitch, Fergus, D.Parkinson 846-5699 787-0664 Mill Ridge Pony Club Minor HardBall, Elora& Fergus, Gerry Hill 846-8911 Minor Hockey , C.W., Mike Von Massow 846-8610 Minor Lacrosse, C.W., Stephanie Klages 843-5279 848-5599 Minor Ball, Alma, Robert Held Minor Softball, Fergus, Jeanne Dalton 843-4672 Minor Softball, Ponsonby, Pat Kurtz 836-8466 Ponsonby Rec. Club, Shirley Obergan 846-8113 Racquets Club 846-9910 Ringette, Terry Williams 846-1002 787-8742 Rugby Club, Darren Landoni Skating Club, Fergus, Sherry Vincent 787-2922 Skating Club, Elora, Betty Havasi 846-2271 Snowmobile Club Inc, Leslie O’Reilly 836-4095 Soccer, F.E.D.S 843-3360 Special Olympics, Ron Heiple 843-5197 Sychronized Skating, Tracey Allsop 843-5470 Swim Team, Beth Hickey 787-7057 Tennis Club, 787-7003 Three Pitch, Elora,Tracee Fletcher 787-1170 Women’s Industrial Ball, Laurie Brohman 824-2675

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Date Event JUNE

1 Jun 3 - 4 Jun 3 - 5 Jun 3 - 5 Jun 4 Jun 4 Jun 4 Jun 6 - 19 Jun 8 Jun 10 - 12 Jun 10, 11, 17, 18 Jun 12 Jun 12 Jun 15 Jun 17 - 18 Jun 17 - 18 Jun 17 - 19 Jun 21 Jun 23 - 31 Jun 24 Jun 25 Jun 25 Jun 25 - 26 Jun

JULY

1 July 1 July 1 July 1 July 1 - 3 July 2 July 4 - 8 July 8 - 31 July 9 July 9 & 10 July 10 July 11 - 15 July 11 - 15 July 11 - 15 July 18 - 22 July 19 July 22 - 24 July 24 July 28 July - 1 Aug

AUGUST

1 Aug 2 - 5 Aug 3 Aug 6 Aug 8 - 12 Aug 12 Aug 12 - 14 Aug 13 Aug 14 Aug 15 - 19 Aug 16 Aug 21 Aug 22 - 26 Aug 26 & 27 Aug 26 - 28 Aug 28 Aug 28 Aug

Location Info

C.W. Blood Donor Clinic Co-Ed 3 Pitch Tournament - proceeds to Cancer Society Toronto Ultimate Club - Tournament Senior Lacrosse Tournament Juno Award Winner - Fred Eaglesmith, 8pm What every Babysitter should know course Free Public Swim to the 1st 40 kids, sponsored by Newdon Ind. Back Door Book Sale - bring your own bag & fill for $5 13th Annual C.W. Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament Historic Automobile Show & Sale Elora Centre for the Arts presents Mama Mia - N/C, donation welcome Hike the Trail Series 2011 - Flight of the Fire Flies, 9pm Gerrie Rd Fergus Hort. Society “Garden Tour” 12:30-4:30pm Fergus Hort. Society “Roses” Donna Zarundy Canadian Cancer Society Relay for Life Emergency Level First Aid Level A CPR course Standard Level First Aid, Level C CPR, and A.E.D. C.W. Blood Donor Clinic Summer “Chopper” Artist exhibit Gala - Fergus Butterfly Garden Fundraiser, dinner & silent auction Historic Walk in Fergus, 11am to 12:15pm 16th Annual Summer Thyme Herb & Garden Festival 9-4pm F.E.D.S. Tournament

Elora Community Centre Ponsonby Park C.W. Community Sportsplex C.W. Community Sporsplex Fergus Grand Theatre St. John Ambulance C.W. Community Sportsplex Fergus Library Wild Winds Golf Course C.W. Community Sporsplex Fergus Grand Theatre Elora Cataract Trailway Various Locations Victoria Park Sr. Centre C.W. Community Sporsplex St. John Ambulance St. John Ambulance Elora Community Centre Elora Centre for the Arts St. James Church Fergus Library Wellington County Museum Victoria Park; Sportsplex

888-236-6283 519-824-2675 519-843-2800 519-843-2800 519-787-1981 519-846-8704 519-843-2800 519-843-1180 519-843-5140 519-843-2800 519-846-9698 519-843-2800 519-843-3131 519-843-3131 519-824-4261 519-846-8704 519-846-8704 888-236-6283 519-846-9698 519-846-0916 519-843-2800

Canada Day, 8am Firemen’s breakfast, Soap Box, Parade, Duck Race 5K Run/Walk 9am; Dominion Day Dash 12pm (kids 12 & under) Canada Day, Entertainment & Fireworks 6-11pm Food Day Canada, sample local food - Anita Stewart Scott Gerrie Minor Lacrosse Tournament Free Public Swim to the 1st 40 kids, sponsored by Newdon Ind. Summer Day Camp Program kids 5-10 years The Elora Festival - A Celebration in Music Guelph Pony Club - 4th Annual Prince Phillip Games Art in the Yard Show & Sale, 10am - 5pm Hike the Trail Series 2011 - Hot Summer nights hike at 9pm, Gerrie Rd. Summer Day Camp Program kids 5 - 10 years Children’s Theatre Camp two week session July 11-15; Aug 8 -12 Elora Festival presents “Kids Camp 2011” Summer Day Camp program kids 5-10 years C.W. Blood Donor Clinic Fergus Truck Show Belwood Lake Triathalon The Canadian Nat’l Blacksmith’s Confernce - Demo’s, hands on activities

Downtown Elora Elora C.W. Community Sportsplex Grand River Raceway C.W. Community Sportsplex C.W. Community Sportsplex C.W. Community Sportsplex Various Venues C.W. Community Sportsplex Elora Centre for the Arts Elora Cataract Trailway C.W. Community Sportsplex Fergus Grand Theatre Elora Public School C.W. Community Sportsplex C.W. Community Sportsplex C.W. Community Sportsplex Belwood Conservation Area C.W. Community Sportsplex

519-843-8858 519-843-2800 519-846-5455 519-843-2800 519-843-2800 519-843-2800 519-846-0331 519-843-2800 519-846-9698 519-843-2800 519-843-2800 519-787-1981 519-846-0331 519-843-2800 519-843-2800 519-843-2800 905-562-6670 519-843-2800

21 Annual Industry Day Celebration Summer Day Camp Program, kids 5 - 10 years C.W. Blood Donor Clinic Free Public Swim to the 1st 40 kids, sponsored by Newdon Ind. Summer Day Camp Program, kids 5 - 10 years Historic Walking Tour of Fergus 10am Fergus Scottish Festival and Highland Games Fergus Highland Games presents “Saturday Night Ceilidh” Hike the Trail Series 2011 - Full Moon hike at 9pm Gerrie Road Summer Day Camp Program, kids 5 - 10 years C.W. Blood Donor Clinic Tri-Kids Triathalon Summer Day Camp Program, kids 5 - 10 years Emergency Level First Aid Level A CPR course Standard Level First Aid, Level C CPR, and A.E.D. Truck & Tractor Pulls Antique & Classic Car Show 12noon - 4pm

Grand River Raceway C.W. Community Sportsplex Elora Community Centre C.W. Community Sportsplex C.W. Community Sportsplex Fergus Library C.W. Community Sportsplex Fergus Grand Theatre Elora Cataract Trailway C.W. Community Sportsplex C.W. Community Sportsplex C.W. Community Sportsplex C.W. Community Sportsplex St. John Ambulance St. John Ambulance Grand River Raceway Wellington County Museum

community

Centre Wellington Events

519-846-5455 519-843-2800 888-236-6283 519-843-2800 519-843-2800 519-843-2800 519-787-1981 519-843-2800 519-843-2800 888-236-6283 905-582-4633 519-843-2800 519-846-8704 519-846-8704 519-501-1387 519-846-0916

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Make a child

s Gib on

Smile

Friendships enrich the lives of children.

Share a few hours with a child who needs you.

• Septic Tank Pumping

a div. of

425242 ONTARIO INC • Organic Waste 52 Peel St. E. Alma, ON T N0B 1A0 Management Technician

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Tel: 519-846-5188

Volunteer Opportunities:

Fax: 519-846-8133

1-1 Match, Couples Match, In-school Mentoring, Group Volunteer PO Box 333 Fergus, On N1M 3E2 Phone: 519-787-0106 Email: Bbbsofcw@aol.com

Get inspired Get challenged Get real results ...get it at a great price Summer Camps, Workshops & Equine Assisted Learning

670 Gzowski, Fergus ON

T: 519-846-1251

519-843-3000

E: info@newhopeyouthranch.org W: www.newhopeyouthranch.org

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Claire WELSH Office:

(519) 787-0203

Sales Representative

Cell:(519)993-6226

Real Estate Centre Inc., Brokerage Independently Owned & Operated

782 Tower St. S., Fergus

“Real Estate is my Businesss, Customer Service is my Product.” cwelsh@remaxcentre.ca | www.clairewelsh.com Page 6

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Fergus Elora St. John Ambulance 2010 Training Schedule A United Way Agency Course Location

St. John Ambulance Training Facility (pre-registration is required)

66 County Rd. 7, Elora

(Lower level of Village Motor Inn)

with music KeyFest Beginners, Teens & Adults Special rates for seniors

Call: (519) 846-8704 What every Babysitter should know Cost: $50.00 Dates: Jun 4; Sept 10; Oct 8; Nov 12 Emergency Level First Aid Level A CPR Cost: $80.00 Dates: Friday 7-9; Saturday 9-2 Jun 17, 18; Aug 26, 27; Sept 23, 24; Oct 28, 29; Nov 18, 19

Standard Level First Aid and Level C CPR & A.E. D Cost: $144.00 Dates: Weekends Friday 7-9; Saturday & Sunday 9-5 June 17, 18, 19; Aug 26, 27, 28; Sept 23, 24, 25; Oct 28, 29, 30; Nov. 18, 19 20

Music For Young Children 3 - 8 year olds a good beginning never ends

Kindermusik

Village (Birth to 18 month) Our Time (18 months-3 yrs) Imagine That (3-5 yrs)

Looking for more Advance Training?

CPR Health Care Professional Course Call for Dates Medical First Responder (MFR) Call for dates. 3 & 5 day courses Minimum prerequisite: St. John Ambulance Standard First Aid & Heart Saver

Performance tudios

For more information on our services, or if you wish to volunteer, please call 519-846-8704.

Our Dates Don’t fit your Schedule?

We will gladly arrange a custom, private course to your group or industry at a time and date that is convenient for you. Courses can be held at your location or ours.

Minimum number of students required. www.centrewellington.ca

Private Instruction 519-843-3517

Guitar, Vocal, Piano, Theory

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Let Fergus Grand Theatre help you make your next event something special For rental information contact Kerry @ 519 787 1981 or krajotte@centrewellington.ca

Think you are ready for the Big Stage?

Here is your chance to get a taste of life in the spotlight!

Children’s Theatre Camp at Fergus Grand Theatre Two week sessions starting July 11 and August 8.

For Children ages 7 – 12. $350 per child per session.

Don’t be shy; no theatre experience is necessary!

Theatre basics including character development, blocking a scene, working with a script, costumes, plus theatre techniques like improv, and mime.

Participants will develop a presentation which they will audition for, stage, costume and present to family and friends.

To register contact Fergus Grand Theatre at 519 787 1981 Visit us on line at www.fergusgrandtheatre.ca www.centrewellington.ca

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How to Register - Registration begins Wed. June 8th

Aquatics See pages 14-23 for Aquatic programs In Person 550 Belsyde Ave, Fergus Office Hours Mon to Thurs.

8:30am - 9:00pm Fri. 8:30am - 8:00pm Sat & Sun 11:30am - 4:00pm

On Line ProgramABLE All you need is your family PIN Number, and Visa or Master Card number.

By Mail

By Fax

Township of Centre Wellington Parks & Recreation Dept.

(519) 843-2565

P.O Box 58 Elora, Ont. N0B 1S0

Visa or Master Card Payments only

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Registration 2. Click on any activity name and hit “AddBegins to my cart” 3. Login with your Login ID and Password WEDNESDAY August 25th 4. Select the family member(s) who will participate in the activity and answer any questions or add comments Not registered before 5. Click on Check to submit payment Contact theOut community Sportsplex now toinformation. get your family set up on our registration progra It will also enable you to register using programAB 6. Hit “Continue” twice to confirm your order 7. Click “Ok” the have security notice, complete Whenonyou your account setyour up:credit card payment answer an From the website, youand can hit then“Continue” register for any(note: activity.you It’s easy, (MasterCard or Visa), can simply; print your 5. Click on C 6. Hit “Conti 1.

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Registration Policies Completing your registration Form: Please complete the form in its entirety. If your program identifies other days or times that may be alternatives for you, enter them as your second choices. This will avoid delays in processing if your first choice is full. All registrations will be processed on a first come first serve basis.

Registration that are dropped off in person, emailed or faxed before registration starts will be processed at the end of the first day of registration.

Payment fees: We accept cheques, money orders, cash, debit, Visa or Master Card. We have calculated the HST (13% effective July 1st) and included it in our fees where applicable. There is a $45.00 fee for NSF cheques. Please note: Registrations and bookings will not be accepted on those accounts that have an outstanding balance. No post dated cheques are accepted.

Program Cancellations: Register early to avoid disappointment. Delayed registration may result in program cancellation. If your class is cancelled due to insufficient enrollment, you may transfer to another program, subject to availability, or receive a full refund.

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Refunds: 1. A full refund will be issued for all courses cancelled by the Township.

2. Request for refunds must be received 5 business days prior to program start date. A minimum $15.00 or 15% administrative fee is deducted from the refund.

INareHOME, GYM, POOL 3. No refunds will be issued if requests made less then 5 business days prior to the course start date.

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Home Phone #

Email

Cell Phone #

Bus. Phone #

Participant Medical Conditions

Emergency Contact Name

Home Phone #

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Relationship

PART B: PARTICIPANT Information - Can be used for more than 1 family member/If program is full applicant will be waitlisted First Name Birth Date mm/dd/yr Sex M/F 1. PARTICIPANT Last Name Program Name (Choice1)

Start Date

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Fee

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Start Date

Time

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First Name

Program Name

Start Date

Time

Fee

Program Name

Start Date

Time

Fee

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First Name

Program Name

Start Date

Time

Fee

Program Name

Start Date

Time

Fee

PART D: Waiver

Birth Date mm/dd/yr

Birth Date mm/dd/yr

Sex M/F

Sex M/F

PART E: Method of Payment

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Cancellation Policy: A minimum of $20.00 or 15% administration fee will apply to all cancellations. No cancellations are accepted within 5 business days of course start date.

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General Pool Information: Did you know....?

Diapers •As a courtesy to all we request and require that all children who are not toilet trained wear specially designed swimming diapers. The Aquatic Centre has both disposable and reusable swim diapers available at our administration desk. The Sportsplex stocks swim diapers in infant, child, youth, and adult sizes.

Feeding your children before swimming: Please refrain from feeding your child a large meal prior to swimming.

Free Public Swimming • NEWDON INDUSTRIES LTD PUBLIC SWIM will provide free admission to the first 40 children and youth entering the 2:00 pm to 3:55 pm public swim on the first Saturday of each month.

Private Rentals • A private pool rental is a great way to celebrate a birthday, or host a special event. Rental times are available Saturday and Sundays between 4:00pm5:00pm. Call the Supervisor of Aquatic Services (519-843-2800) for more information.

Spectators • Spectators are welcome to watch from the spectator gallery. Viewing lessons from the pool deck is not permitted.

Strollers • Due to their size, and the possibility of restricting change room exits, unattended strollers are to be

left in the area by the pool office. We apologize for the inconvenience, however we need to ensure all exits are maintained free of obstructions in case an evacuation is required.

Gift Ideas • Looking for gift ideas? Why not purchase swim tickets or passes for Aquatic programs? Inquire by phone (519) 843-2800.

Swimming Lesson information: Cancelled Classes • Classes with low enrolment will be cancelled approximately 1 week before programs start. Register early to avoid disappointment.

Deck Supervisor • During swimming lessons there is a deck supervisor that oversees all the lessons. If you have any questions or concerns regarding your child’s progress they are available to answer your questions.

• Family Lessons We offer an alternative format of swimming lessons on Monday evenings and Tuesday mornings called “Family Lessons”. You can coordinate all your children’s lessons’ to take place at the same time.

PLEASE NOTE: In order to coordinate this, instructors will teach multi level classes. Lessons will be 45 minutes in length to provide additional practice time for swimmers.

Missed Classes • If you miss a scheduled lesson we are unable to make them up.

Not sure what level to register in?

Please call the Sportsplex (519) 843-2800 to arrange a time for a FREE SKILLS ASSESSMENT by one of our Aquatic Staff.

Private Lessons • Private lessons run in the same 9 lesson format as all other lessons. If this doesn’t fit your schedule, we do offer “one time” private lessons. When registering online for Semi private lessons you can register 1 child online which will reserve the lesson for you.

You need to contact the Sportsplex to register the 2nd child. We are able to set up private lessons for a one week session (i.e. Monday to Friday). For more information call the Supervisor of Aquatic Services, (519) 843-2800.

Swim Lesson Progressions • Did you know your child may repeat a level 3 or 4 times before completing all of the requirements successfully? When registering your children please ensure you register them in the correct level. Swimming skills build from one level to the next. If your child hasn’t completed a level, they will not have the skills they need for the next level.

Transfers • You can switch classes prior to the start of the third lesson if there is space available.

New for the Summer: We’ve made some changes to our programs for the summer session. These are some highlights. Please look through the aquatic section for more details.

Child / Youth Swim Pass: New summer swim passes are available for patrons 1-17 years of age for $50.00. These passes are valid from June 1 – September 4th. They can be used for all Parent & Tot, Family and Public Swims. Our admission policy still applies to pass holders.

Admission Policy Update: In order to ensure adequate supervision and to identify children at a greater risk starting on July 1st the Township of Centre Wellington will be issuing wristbands upon admission during public and family swims. All non swimmers will wear a red wristband and will require a caregiver to be within arms reach of them while in the pools. Children and youth who successfully complete the swim test will receive a yellow wristband (if 5 or under) or green wristband (if 6-9 yrs). Children and youth who successfully complete the swim test will receive a “SWIM TEST CARD”. When patrons present the swim test card when coming to future swims they will automatically receive the appropriate colour wristband. Our admission policy is not changing. We are using wristbands to better identify children who require a parent or caregiver to be within arms reach of them.

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Summer lesson formats: Swimming lessons in the summer are offered in a variety of formats.

• Daily, Mon-Fri in either the morning or the afternoon for 2 weeks (9 total lessons) • Mon nights, 6:00-8:15pm, once a week family lessons (9 total lessons, no lessons on Mon, Aug 1st) • Tuesday mornings 8:00-8:45 am, once a week family lessons (9 total lessons) • Wednesday nights, 6:00-8:00pm, once a week (9 total lessons) Aquafit Class Changes: •General Aquafit: Morning classes in the summer will start at 8:45am. Classes will resume at their regular times in September • Deep Water Aquafit: Monday & Wednesday classes from 5:15-6:00pm are going to be preregistered for the summer. Register by June 29th.

Aquafit Class Cancellations: The following Aquafit classes are not running in the summer, they will continue in the fall: •General - Mondays 8:00pm • Arthritis – Mondays 9:00am • Rehabilitation – Fridays 9:00am Swim Changes: • During Public Swims Monday through Friday the Waterslide will be open from 2:00 – 3:00pm. The pool at the bottom of the slide will be available for swimming from 3:00-3:55 and the waterslide will be closed.

• Public Swim / Lane swim on Fri nights will run from 6:05-7:25. The waterslide will close at 7:00pm New Swims: • Lane Swims Monday/Wednesday/Friday 1:00-2:00 (share with adult leisure) • Lane Swim Monday - Friday 2:00-3:55 (shared with public swim) Cancelled Swims: Lane Swim in the mornings (9:00-11:45) is cancelled for the summer.

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SWIMMING ADMITTANCE & SUPERVISION REQUIREMENTS In order to ensure adequate supervision and to identify children at greater risk, the Township of Centre Wellington is now issuing wristbands during public and family swim sessions.

All children require a wristband to access public and family swims.

Ask facility staff for more information.

Age (Years)

Information

Admission Requirements

Adult : Child Ratio

Band Colour

Parents must be within arms reach at all times in shallow water Successfully completed Swim Test. Child can swim anywhere in facility Did not pass facility Swim Test.

Parents must be within arms reach at all times in shallow water.

Always accompanied (parent/guardian 12+)

1:2

RED

Always accompanied (parent/guardian 12+)

N/A

YELLOW

Always accompanied (parent/guardian 12+)

1:2 1 : 4 wearing lifejackets

RED

6-9

Successfully completed facility swim test.

Parent / Guardian remains in facility

N/A

GREEN

10 +

If not competent swimmer will be required to stay in shallow water

No adult supervision required

N/A

GREEN

5 & Under 5 & Under 6-9

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Each ratio indicates the maximum number of children that one responsible person (aged 12 or older) is able to supervise.

Parent/guardian must be in proper bathing attire, in the water, actively participating within arms reach at all times.

High-risk participants must be in a ratio of 1:1. High-risk participants are defined as those who have a condition or illness that may put them at risk in an aquatic environment (e.g. frequent seizures, fainting conditions, etc) and those who are unable to control behaviour or impulses and require direct supervision.

Facility swim test information:

Front Swim 6 meters, tread water 20 seconds, front swim 12 meters, tread water 20 seconds, front swim 6 meters.

Must make an attempt at over arm recovery with a near horizontal body position. Lifeguards reserve the right to have any swimmer complete the swim test to determine competency to use the deep area of the pool. Parent / guardian must be present for the swim test and remain in the facility for the duration of the swim.

Patrons that have successfully completed the swim test will receive a “Swim Test Card�.

Upon future visits to the facility children can present the swim test card to reception staff when paying for the swims and will receive the appropriate colour wristband. A parent / caregiver must be in the facility during the swim. If you forget your swim test card you will be required to complete the swim test again. If at any time a patron with a swim test card is unable to complete the swim test their swim test card will be revoked.

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aquatics Pool Swim Schedule - Summer 2011

These swim times will be in effect from Saturday July 2nd through Sunday September 4th 2011. Our admission policy is in effect for all swims. Please make note of these additional schedule changes: NEWDON INDUSTRIES LTD PUBLIC SWIMS: Saturday July 2nd, Saturday August 6th, and Saturday September 3rd the first 40 youth and children are admitted free of charge to the 2:00-3:55 Public Swim, courtesy of Newdon Industries LTD. FREE TIME HORTON'S SWIMS: Each Public swim will have a theme with special Water Safety messages! Come out for the first free swim, or "SCHOOLS OUT PARTY", Wednesday June 29th (6:00-7:30pm) FREE Public Swims - Wednesday June 29th 6:00-7:30pm, Monday July 18th & Friday August 26th 2-4pm FREE Parent & Tot Swims - Thursday, July 14th, August 4th & August 25th, 6:00-8:00pm FREE Lane Swims - Wednesdays, July 6, July 27th, & August 17th 8:00-9:30pm FREE Aquafit - Tuesdays, July 19th, August 9th & August 30th, 8:00-8:45pm Special Holiday Hours: Friday July 1st (Canada Day), Monday August 1st (Civic Holiday). Holiday Hours are: Lane Swim, Parent & tot/Special needs swims from 11:45-1:00, Family Swim 1:05-3:55; Public Swim 2:00-3:55pm.

Closures: Truck Show (July 22, 23, 24), Scottish Festival ( August 13,14), and Labour Day (September 5th) Changes: June 25th & August 21st the Aquatic Centre will be closed until 1:00pm (Parent & Tot, Special Needs Swims & Lane Swims will be cancelled due to morning swim competitions at the pool) Swim Type Whirl Pool

Lane Swim

Public

Monday

6:30-8:30am 11:45-2:00pm 2:00-3:55pm 8:45-9:30pm 6:30-8:30am 11:45-1:00pm 1:00-2:00pm 2:00-3:55pm 8:15-9:30pm

Tuesday 11:45-1:00pm 2:00-3:55pm 8:45-9:30pm 11:45-1:00pm

Wednesday 6:30-8:30am 11:45-2:00pm 2:00-3:55pm 8:45-9:30pm 6:30-8:30am 11:45-1:00pm 1:00-2:00pm 2:00-3:55pm 8:00-9:30pm

Thursday 11:45-1:00pm 2:00-3:55pm 8:45-9:30pm 11:45-1:00pm

Friday

6:30-8:30am 11:45-2:00pm 2:00-3:55pm 6:05-7:25pm 6:30-8:30am 11:45-1:00pm 1:00-2:00pm 2:00-3:55pm 6:05-7:25pm

Saturday

Sunday

11:45-1:00pm 1:05-3:55pm

11:45-1:00pm 1:05-3:55pm

11:45-1:00pm 1:05-2:00pm 2:00-3:55pm

11:45-1:00pm 1:05-2:00pm 2:00-3:55pm

2:00-3:55pm 2:00-3:55pm 8:00-9:30pm 8:00-9:30pm 8:45-9:30pm 8:45-9:30pm For Lane Swims in BOLD, the pool is shared with other programs. At least 1 lane will be available for swimming lengths.

2:00-3:55 2:00-3:55 2:00-3:55 2:00-3:55 2:00-3:55 2:00-3:55 2:00-3:55 Swim 6:05-7:25pm For Public Swims in BOLD, the waterslide will close at 3:00pm. The area at the bottom of the slide will be available for swimming.

10:00-12:00 11:00-1:00 11:00-1:00 11:45-1:00pm 11:45-1:00pm

Parent and Tot Adult Leisure Swim Family Swim Special Needs Swim

6:00-7:55pm 1:00-2:00pm

1:00-2:00pm 10:00-12:00

11:00-1:00

1:00-2:00pm 11:00-1:00

1:05-3:55pm

1:05-3:55pm

11:45-1:00pm

11:45-1:00pm

6:00-7:55pm

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Swim Descriptions

Lane Swim - The Main pool is open for swimmers of any age to swim lengths. For Lane Swims in Bold only one or two lanes are available for lane swimming and other programs will continue to run in the remainder of the pool. Get in shape by swimming and join the "In motion" Swim challenge! For more details ask our staff at the Sportsplex!

Public Swim - Come enjoy time in the pool. All the pools and the slide are open. A lane will be designated for those wanting to swim lengths.

Admission policy is in effect for all swims. Please note, Monday through Friday during the summer the slide will be open between 2:00-3:00 only. Friday night the slide will close at 7:00pm.

Parent and Tot Swim - Parents & caregivers can come and swim with their children. These swims are combined with our Special Needs Swims and take place in our Leisure pool (no slide). Please note, during morning swims the leisure pool may be shared with other swimming lessons for short periods of time.

Adult Leisure Swim - Main Pool, Whirlpool open. Adults can come to enjoy "unstructured" swimming. A lane will be designated for those wanting to swim lengths.

Family Swim - Come enjoy time in the pool as a family. All the pools are open, the waterslide will open at 2:00. Children are to be accompanied by an adult. A lane will be designated for those wanting to swim lengths. The last 2 hours of these swims will be combined with public swimming.

Special Needs Swim - Adults, seniors, and children are welcome. Any caregiver volunteering their time to help a person with special needs is admitted free (1 caregiver per person). These swims are combined with parent and tot swims and take place in our Leisure pool, which is maintained at 92 degrees. Please note, during morning swims the leisure pool may be shared with other swimming lessons for short periods of time.

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Pool Aquafit Schedule - Summer 2011 These Aquafit times will be in effect from Monday July 4th - Friday September 2nd 2011. All Pre-registered classes are free to those with Aquafit Memberships! Registration is required. Please make note of these additional schedule changes: Cancelations / Closures: Friday July 1st, Friday July 22nd (Truck show), Monday August 1st Aquafit Type General Aquafit Deep water Aquafit

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

8:45-9:30 am

8:45-9:30 am 8:00-8:45pm

8:45-9:30 am

8:45-9:30 am 8:00-8:45pm

8:45-9:30 am

10:00-10:45am

10:00-10:45am

10:00-10:45am

Rehabilitation

1:00-1:45pm

Arthritis Aquafit

10:00-10:45am

1:00-1:45pm 7:00-7:45pm

Saturday

Sunday

10:00-10:45am

10:00-10:45am

1:00-1:45pm

10:00-10:45am

1:00-1:45pm

10:00-10:45am

1:00-1:45pm

Aquafit Descriptions (classes geared to adults 18yrs +) General Aquafit - Use the resistance of water to assist in a quality low impact workout. The option of deep water aquafit will be made available to those interested in it.

Deep Water Aquafit - Enjoy the benefits of an aquafit workout with no impact on joints. Floatation belts are provided, comfort in deep water is required.

Rehabilitation Classes - These classes, taught in our leisure pool assist with recovery, increase range of motion and flexibility faster and with less stress on the body than typical post rehabilitation exercise classes.

Arthritis Aquafit - A class specifically designed for those dealing with Arthritis. These classes are taught in our leisure pool.

Exercising in warm water can maintain and improve your mobility through range of motion exercises.

Diaperfit - A pre registered aquafit class designed for parents and their babies (children must have established neck support).

The first 30 minutes is an Aquafit class in the main pool for the parent. (Babies float in a boat beside their parent). The last 15 minutes is spent in the leisure pool and is a structured parent and tot class. Participants need to register for this program.

Pre registered Aquafit programs allow our instructors to build more personalized programs. Classes are free for participants with aquafit memberships, but registration is required. See Class descriptions above.

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

July 7th September 1st

Friday

Start / End Date

Cancellations

August 1st

none

Classes

8 Classes

9 Classes

9 Classes

8 Classes

$48.00

$72.50

$72.50

$48.00

Cost - Adult Cost - Senior

July 6th August 31st

Thursday

July 4th August 29th

July 8th September 2nd

July 22nd

$43.00

$43.00

Pre-registered Arthritis Aquafit

11:00-11:45

11:00-11:45 12:00-12:45

Deep Water Aquafit

5:15-6:00pm

Diaperfit

5:15-6:00pm 11:00-11:45am

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Cost - Adult Cost - Senior

11:00-11:45am

$48.00

$43.00

$54.00/ Wed $48.00/ Mon

$49.00/Wed $43.00/Mon

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Pre-Registered Aquafit - Summer 2011

$72.50

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Identification may be required. If patrons have existing Fitness membership additional discounts are available.

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Swimming - Preschool 5. SALAMANDER (3 to 5 years) Cost: $63.00

1. STARFISH (4 to 18 months)

Class Ratio 10 participants:1 instructor

An introductory class for babies and their parent or caregiver.

To enter this level, babies must be able to hold their head up.

The goal of this orientation to water class is to experience buoyancy, movement, entries and songs and play in the water.

2. DUCK (18 to 30 months) Cost: $63.00

Ratio 10:1

For toddlers or older babies with a parent or caregiver.

Toddlers build confidence while enjoying the water through games, songs and active water play.

3. TURTLE (30 to 72 months) Cost: $63.00

Ratio 4:1

Pre-requisite: 30 mths or older

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A transitional level for preschoolers and their parents.

Parents can gradually transfer the preschoolers to the care of the Instructor. Skills include swimming, glides and floating and builds awareness of deep water and safe entries.

4. SEA TURTLE (3 to 5 years) (unparented) Cost: $63.00

Ratio 5:1

Pre-requisite: 36 mths or older

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Pre-requisite: Sea Turtle

Preschoolers actively learn new swimming skills including assisted floats and glides through games and songs. The fun includes learning to jump into chest deep water.

preschool Cost: $63.00

Ratio 5:1

6. SUNFISH (3 to 5 years) Cost: $63.00

Ratio 5:1

Pre-requisite: Salamander

Assisted by an Instructor, preschoolers work on stroke and skills progressions.

Learning also focuses on good judgements in, on and around the water, and entries and floats in deep water.

7. CROCODILE (3 to 5 years) Cost: $63.00

Ratio 5:1

Pre-requisite: Sunfish

Preschoolers start independent glides and kicking in deep water.

Endurance is built through increasing distance for front and back swims.

Swimmers learn about the dolphin kick and try synchro skills in the water.

8. WHALE (3 to 5 years) Cost: $63.00

Ratio 5:1

Pre-requisite: Crocodile

In Whale, children will learn to swim independently and participate in team games.

Preschoolers will increase their distance and improve skills in front and back swims. Swimmers also learn about throwing assists to help another person in the water. www.centrewellington.ca www.centrewellington.ca

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Swimming - ages 6-13 years

Red Cross Swim Kids Level 10 Class Ratio - 10 participants:1 instructor

Red Cross Swim Kids Level 9 Ratio 10:1

Red Cross Swim Kids Level 8 Ratio 10:1

Red Cross Swim Kids Level 7 Ratio 10:1

Red Cross Swim Kids Level 6 Ratio 8:1

Ratio 8:1

Front crawl, elementary backstroke and breast stroke continue to be to Frontcrawl, crawl,back back crawl, elementary backstroke and breaststroke continue refined.

In thisInlevel are encouraged to try combining different strokes and be refined. this children level children are encouraged to try combining different kicks for and fitness.

They workThey on head-first surface dives andshallow standingdives divesand and strokes kicks foralso fitness. also work on head-first learn aboutdives wise and choices, influences, and selfpeer rescue from ice. and Endurance is built standing learnpeer about wise choices, influences, self-rescue through a 400 metre swim.

Cost $77.00a 400-metre swim. Cost: $70.50 from ice.

Endurance is built through

Level88provides provides introduction to breastroke, the breaststroke, firstdives, surface Level anan introduction to the foot firstfoot surface anddives, rescueand rescue Children entries. learn Children about the dangers open water, hypotherimia, entries. aboutlearn the dangers of open water,ofhypothermia, and the performance the breathing performance of rescue on children and Endurance ofand rescue on children andbreathing adults. Endurance is built onadults. the dolphin kick andis built on the dolphin kick and 300-metre swim. Cost: $70.50 300 metre swim.

Cost $77.00 Level 7 continues to build skills and endurance for front crawl, back crawl and eleLevel 7 continues to build skills and endurance for front crawl, back crawl and elementary mentary back stroke and introduces whip kick on the front. Children learn about back stroke and introduces whip kick on the front. Children learn about airway and breathairway and breathing obstructions, and participate in timed treading water for ing obstructions. Endurance is built through timed treading water and a 150 metre swim. increasing endurance. Endurance is built through timed treading water and a 150Cost $77.00 metre swim. Cost: $70.50

Frontand andback back crawl continue torefined be refined the elementary backstroke newly Front crawl continue to be as theaselementary backstroke is newlyisintroduced. introduced.

Children are also introduced to safety on ice, elementary of others Children are also introduced to safety on ice, elementary rescue of others withrescue throwing assists, with throwing assists, treading water andisthe dive.a Endurance is built treading water and the front dive. Endurance builtfront through 75 metre swim.

Costthrough $70.00 a 75- metre swim. Cost: $64.00 Back crawl crawl isis introduced, with sculling skills andand whipwhip kick on Children try stride Back introduced,along along with sculling skills kicktheonback. the back.

Children try dives and receive an an introduction to safe skills. Endurance is developed through dolphin stride dives receive introduction to boating safe boating skills. Endurance is developed through kick and kick a 50 and metre swim. Costswim. $70.00 dolphin a 50-metre Cost: $64.00

Thefront front crawl, and shoulder rollcrawl for back crawl are further developed.

Red Cross Swim Kids The crawl, backback glide glide and shoulder roll for back are further developed.

Children work on Children work on kneeling dives, surface support and developing a greater sense kneeling dives, surface support and developing a greater sense of self-safety by understanding theirof Level 4 Ratio 6:1

Red Cross Swim Kids Level 3 Ratio 6:1

self-safety by understanding their own limits. own limits. Endurance is built through a 25-metre swim.Endurance Cost $63.00is built through a 25metre swim. Cost: $57.50

Thelevel level provides an introduction to front crawl as well the for making This provides an introduction to front crawl as well as foundation for foundation making wise choices on where wise choices on Diving whereis and whenand to children swim. Diving is on introduced and children will work and when to swim. introduced will work floats and changing direction.

Endurance achieved by building strengthEndurance in flutter kickisand 15 metrebyswim.

Cost $63.00 on floatsisand changing direction. achieved building strengh in flutter kick and a 15-metre swim. Cost: $57.50

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Red Cross Swim Kids Level 5

Further refinement of strokes, with an introduction to butterfly and scissor Further refinement of strokes, with an introduction to butterfly and scissor kick as kick as a warm-up/cool down stroke for fitness. Children learn about sun a warm-up/cool down stroke for fitness. Children learn about sun safety, rescue of safety, rescue of others from the ice, and head-first and feet-first shallow others from the ice, and head-first and feet-first surface dives. Endurance is built dives. Endurance is built using dolphin kick and butterfly drills and a 500using dolphin kick and butterfly drills and a 500 metre swim. Cost $77.00 metre swim. Cost: $70.50

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This level thethe childchild buildbuild skills in frontinand backand swims.

Children areChildren introducedare to deep water activities Red Cross Swim Kids This levelhelps helps skills front back swims. introduced to and proper useactivities of a Personal Endurance is built onDevice flutter kicking assisted glides. water andFlotation properDevice use of(PFD). a Personal Flotation (PFD). with Endurance is Level 2 deep Cost $63.00 Ratio 6:1 built on flutter kicking with assisted glides. Cost: $57.50

Red Cross anentry entry level for children move in shallow water.

This an level provides an water oriThis isisan level for children ready toready move to in shallow water.

This level provides orientation to the Swim Kids This and the pool area and introduces floats andarea glidesand withintroduces kicks. Children buildand theirglides endurance bykicks. improving entation to the water and the pool floats with Level 1 distance. Cost $63.00 Ratio 6:1

Children build their endurance by improving distance. Cost: $57.50

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GRAM STRUCTURE Red Cross Swim Kids

AquaAdults

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RED CROSS PROGRAM Swim Admission Prices RED CROSS PROGRAM STRUCTURE STRUCTURE AquaAdult 1 10 Swim Tickets One Time

Level 1

Red Cross Swim Preschool

Level 2

(Basic swimming skills)

Red Cross Swim Kids AquaAdult 2 (Swimming strokes)

Starfish

Level 3

Level 1

AquaAdult 3

(Liftime swimming fitness)

Duck Turtle / Sea Turtle

Level 4

Salamander

Level 2

RUCTURE Level 6

Whale

Swim Level 7

AquaAdults

Level 5

Level 8 Level 9 Level 10

(Basic swimming skills) Red Cross Swim Preschool swimmers progress through the AquaAdult 2 lower levels based on participation(Swimming and age. strokes) Preschoolers aged three to five 3 move throughAquaAdult the upper levels (Liftime swimming fitness) based on skill evaluation.

Red Cross Swim Kids uses continuous evaluation for swimmers to progress through the levels.

$73.50

(Liftime swimming fitness)

Aquafit Admission Prices PreOne Time 10 Swim Adult (18-55 yrs) Senior (55 yrs +)

$6.75

Tickets $60.00

Registered $6.00/class

$6.00

$53.75

$5.38/class

Level 6

Progression Base AquaAdult 1

$37.00 $31.00

AquaAdult 3

Level 3 Level 4

Crocodile

$15.75 $26.25

(max 4 people, addi-(Swimming strokes) tional member $1.75)

Sunfish

Level 5

Free

Free Infant (up to 12 months) AquaAdults $2.00 Child (1-5 yrs) Youth (6-17yrs) $3.00 Adult (18-55 yrs) AquaAdult $4.25 1 (Basic swimming skills) Senior (55 yrs +) $3.75 Family $8.50 AquaAdult 2

Level 7

Adult

(18-55yrs)

Level 8

Level 10

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AquaAdults is based on completed or in-completed personal interest and goal completed setting.

in-completed

One Year

6 months

One Year

$231.50

$317.50

$306.75

$541.25

$185.65

$264.00

$250.75

$467.05

(16,17yrs)

Family Swim Pass (2 adults, 2 children) Child / Youth Summer Pass

Legend:

Aquafit Membership

6 months

Senior (55yrs+)

/Student

Level 9

Swim Membership

$520.00

$50.00

The Family Swim Pass is valid for all swims (Lane, Public, Family, Adult Leisure, Special Needs & Parent & Tot)

Valid for Public, Family & Parent & Tot swims.

June 1st through September 4th

Legend: completed or in-completed completed Holiday/Special Event Schedule

Lane Swim/ in-completed 11:45 - 1:00pm Parent & Tot/ page to 50% - and hopefully added to one of the 2 swim description efully added This to one ofcan thebe2 reduced swim description Special Needs pages.toI would to alter “Sea Turtle” description, to read: “Sea Turtle is where rtle” description, read: also “Sealike Turtle is the where 1:05-3:55pm Family Swim 3-5 year olds enter the program. This level develop skills in swimming, glides, and develop skills in swimming, glides, and Public Swim 2:00-3:55pm floating and builds awareness of deep water and safe entries.”

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and safe entries.”

Progression Base

Red Cross Swim Preschool Swimmers progress through the lower levels based on participation and age. Preschoolers aged three to five move through the upper levels based on skill evaluation.

Red Cross Swim Kids uses continuous evaluation for swimmers to progress through the levels.

Legend: AquaAdults is based on personal interest and goal setting. completed or in-completed

Fees include HST. Students must be 16 years of age or older to obtain a membership. Identification may be required. If patrons have existing Fitness membership additional discounts are available.

Please note lockers are available to rent on a monthly basis.

A $20 refundable deposit is required. Lockers are $5/month.

Patrons with Swim or Aquafit Memberships receive a 3 month locker rental FREE (Deposit still applies)

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Weekly Session

Weekly Session

Weekly Session Wednesdays, once a week

July 5th August 30th

July 6th August 31st

Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 Session 4 Mondays, once a Tuesdays, once a Mon - Fri Daily Mon - Fri Daily Mon - Fri Daily Mon - Fri Daily week week

Starfish Duck Turtle Sea Turtle

Salamander

Sunfish Crocodile Whale

Swim Kids 1 Swim Kids 2

Swim Kids 3

Swim Kids 4 Swim Kids 5 Swim Kids 6 Swim Kids 7 Swim Kids 8 Swim Kids 9 Swim Kids 10

Private Lessons

4:00-4:30

July 18th - July August 2nd - August 15th - June 27th -August 29th 29th August 12th August 25th July 22nd August 1st 9:30-10:00

6:00-6:30

9:30-10:00

4:00-4:30

10:30-11:00; 4:00-4:30 10:00-10:30; 11:00-11:30; 4:30-5:15; 5:15-6:00 9:30-10:00; 10:30-11:00; 4:30-5:15; 5:15-6:00 10:00-10:30; 4:30-5:15; 5:15-6:00 11:00-11:30; 4:30-5:15; 5:15-6:00 11:00-11:30; 4:30-5:15; 5:15-6:00 9:30-10:00; 10:30-11:00; 4:30-5:15; 5:15-6:00 10:00-10:30; 4:30-5:15; 5:15-6:00 10:00-10:30; 10:30-11:00 4:30-5:15; 5:15-6:00 9:30-10:00: 10:30-11:00; 4:30-5:15; 5:15-6:00 11:00-11:45; 5:15-6:00 11:00-11:45; 5:15-6:00

9:30-10:00; 4:00-4:30

9:30-10:00; 4:00-4:30

10:30-11:00; 4:00-4:30

10:00-10:30;

10:00-10:30;

9:30-10:00;

4:30-5:15; 5:15-6:00 10:00-10:30; 11:00-11:30; 4:30-5:15; 5:15-6:00 10:30-11:00; 4:30-5:15; 5:15-6:00 9:30-10:00; 4:30-5:15; 5:15-6:00

4:30-5:15; 5:15-6:00

4:30-5:15; 5:15-6:00

10:00-10:30;

9:30-10:00; 4:30-5:15; 5:15-6:00 10:00-10:30; 4:30-5:15; 5:15-6:00 10:00-10:30; 4:30-5:15; 5:15-6:00

4:30-5:15; 5:15-6:00

4:30-5:15; 5:15-6:00 11:00-11:30; 4:30-5:15; 5:15-6:00 11:00-11:30; 4:30-5:15; 5:15-6:00 11:00-11:30; 4:30-5:15; 5:15-6:00

10:30-11:00;

9:30-10:00;

10:30-11:00;

4:30-5:15; 5:15-6:00 10:30-11:00; 4:30-5:15; 5:15-6:00

4:30-5:15; 5:15-6:00 9:30-10:00; 4:30-5:15; 5:15-6:00

4:30-5:15; 5:15-6:00 11:00-11:30; 4:30-5:15; 5:15-6:00

10:00-10:30;

10:00-10:30;

10:00-10:30;

4:30-5:15; 5:15-6:00

4:30-5:15; 5:15-6:00

4:30-5:15; 5:15-6:00

10:30-11:00;

10:30 - 11:00;

9:30-10:00;

4:30-5:15; 5:15-6:00 11:00-11:45; 5:15-6:00 11:00-11:45; 5:15-6:00 9:30-10:30 4:00-5:00 9:30-10:30; 4:00-5:00

4:30-5:15; 5:15-6:00 9:30-10:15; 5:15-6:00 10:15-11:00; 5:15-6:00

4:30-5:15; 5:15-6:00 10:45-11:30; 5:15-6:00 9:30-10:15; 5:15-6:00 10:30-11:30; 4:00-5:00 10:30-11:30; 4:00-5:00

4:00-5:00 4:00-5:00 9:30-10:30; 4:00-5:00 9:30-10:30; 4:00-5:00 9:30-10:00; 10:00-10:30; 10:30-11:00 11:00-11:30; 4:00-4:30;

4:00-5:00 4:00-5:00 9:30-10:00; 10:00-10:30; 10:30-11:00 11:00-11:30; 4:00-4:30;

6:30-7:00

4:00-5:00 4:00-5:00 10:30-11:30; 4:00-5:00 10:30-11:30; 4:00-5:00 9:30-10:00; 10:00-10:30; 10:30-11:00 11:00-11:30; 4:00-4:30;

4:30-5:15; 5:15-6:00

4:00-5:00 4:00-5:00 10:15-10:45; 11:00-11:30;

12:00-12:30; 6:00-6:30pm 12:30-1:00; 6:30-7:00pm

7:00-7:30

8:45-9:15am

6:00-6:30; 7:00-7:30

6:00-6:45; 6:45-7:30; 7:30-8:15

8:00-8:45am

6:00-6:30; 7:00-7:30

6:00-6:45; 6:45-7:30; 7:30-8:15

8:00-8:45am

6:00-6:30; 7:30-8:00

8:00-8:45am

6:30-7:00

8:00-8:45am

6:30-7:00

8:00-8:45am

7:00-7:30

6:00-6:45; 6:45-7:30; 7:30-8:15

8:00-8:45am

6:30-7:00

6:00-6:45; 6:45-7:30; 7:30-8:15

8:00-8:45am

6:30-7:00

6:00-6:45; 6:45-7:30; 7:30-8:15

8:00-8:45am

7:30-8:00

6:00-6:45; 6:45-7:30; 7:30-8:15

8:00-8:45am

7:30-8:00

7:30-8:15

8:00-8:45am

6:30-7:15

7:30-8:15

8:00-8:45am

7:15-8:00

7:30-8:30

8:00-9:00am

6:00-7:00

7:30-8:30

8:00-9:00am

6:00-7:00

7:30-8:30

8:00-9:00am

7:00-8:00

7:30-8:30

8:00-9:00am

7:00-8:00

8:45-9:15am

9:00-9:30am; 6:00-6:30; 7:00-7:30; 7:30-8:00

6:00-6:45; 6:45-7:30; 7:30-8:15 6:00-6:45; 6:45-7:30; 7:30-8:15 6:00-6:45; 6:45-7:30; 7:30-8:15

9:00-9:30am; 6:00-6:30; 6:30-7:00; 7:00-7:30;

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Start / End Date Cancellations

July 4th July 14th

Please note, daily lessons in the afternoons and Monday night weekly lessons will be in the "Family Lesson" format. All levels are offered at one time (levels will be combined). For ONLINE registration, these classes will have a "family" desigation beside them.

Pre school and Swim kids classes 1 through 6 are 45 minutes in length, and cost $70.00.

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4:00-4:30 11:00-11:30

4:00-4:30 11:00-11:30

8:45-9:15am

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ADDITIONAL AQUATIC PROGAMS PRIVATE LESSONS Private $162.00 for 9 lessons; Semi Private $110.00 / child for 9 lessons One to one instruction to work on swimming challenges. Lessons are 30 minutes in length. For Semi Private lessons children must be within one level of each other. It is the responsibility of the swimmer to find a second participant. One time private lessons are also available. We are also able to set up private lessons for a one week session on an individual basis. For more information call the Supervisor of Aquatic Services, Bruce Parkin at 843-2800.

ADAPTED AQUATICS- $63.00 Adapted aquatics is for children and youth with a physical or developmental disability who need specialized instruction to feel comfortable in the water and to progress in their swimming skills. Participants will be taught by an experienced aquatics instructor and assisted by a volunteer. Upon registration you will be required to complete a screening form for your child. See lesson schedule for dates and times.

Advanced Leadership

Please Note: 100% attendance is required for all leadership courses. Check your calendar to ensure you are able to attend all classes. Refunds will not be issued.

BRONZE STAR / BASIC FIRST AID - $89.00 Pre-requisite: Recommended age 12 Too young for Bronze Medallion? Get a head start by taking Bronze Star! Have lots of fun, while learning practical first aid skills, life guarding techniques and swim training. Basic First Aid is included in the course. Course runs July 4th to July 15th, 4:00-6:00 p.m.

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BRONZE MEDALLION / EMERGENCY FIRST AID$152.50 Pre-requisite: 13 years of age (prior to exam) or Bronze Star.

This course develops physical fitness, decision making and judgment skills for water rescue. First aid, rescue breathing, tows, carries and releases are some of the skills covered. Emergency First Aid certification is included in the course. Course runs July 18th to July 29th, 3:00-6:00pm, candidates must be present for Exam on Friday, July 29th.

Crash Course runs Thursday, August 25th and Friday August 26th from 4:00-9:30 p.m., as well as Saturday, August 27th and Sunday, August 28th from 9:00-6:30 p.m.

BRONZE CROSS - $140.50 Pre-requisite: Bronze Medallion, Emergency First Aid This course teaches the difference between lifeguarding and lifesaving, the principles of emergency procedures, teamwork & the use of special equipment.

Course runs August 2nd to August 12th. 3:006:00pm, Candidates must be present for Exam on Friday, August 12th. Crash Course runs Thursday, August 25th and Friday August 26th from 4:00-9:30 p.m., as well as Saturday, August 27th & Sunday, August 28th from 9:00-6:30 p.m.

CPR / AED / (Defibrillation Course) - $53.00 Pre-requisite: None After completing this course successful candidates will be certified in CPR and AED. Candidates will be taught Adult CPR and choking procedures as well as

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AQUA TEENS 1 / AQUA ADULTS 1 The goal of this class is to develop comfort in the water through the attainment of basic flotation, movement and breathing skills.

AQUA TEENS 2 / AQUA ADULTS 2 The goal of this class is to develop one or more swimming strokes and enhance water safety knowledge and rescue techniques.

AQUA TEENS 3 / AQUA ADULTS 3 The goal of this class is to maintain or increase fitness through stroke improvement while swimming lengths. Candidates must be able to swim 2 strokes 100m each to start in this level.

AQUA TEENS Wed 8:00-8:45pm; Thurs 8:00-8:45 am.

July 6th to Aug31st; July 7th to Sept 1st $73.00 AQUA ADULTS Wed 8:00-8:45pm; Thurs 8:00-8:45 am.

July 6th to Aug31st; July 7th to Sept 1st $86.75

when and how to operate an automated external defibrillator unit (AED).

Date: Thursday August 11th 5:00-10:00pm EMERGENCY FIRST AID- $78.15 (includes manual and exam fee) Pre-requisite: none, recommended 12 years+, 100% attendance is required This course is for people who want a general knowledge of first aid principles and the emergency treatment of injuries. Skills include: victim assessment, CPR, choking, and what to do for external bleeding, heart attack, and stroke. This is a WSIB approved course. Dates: August 16th & 18th 6-10pm STANDARD FIRST AID- $140.70 (includes manual and exam fee) Pre-requisite: none, recommended 12 years+, 100% attendance is required This course provides comprehensive training to cover all aspects of first aid and CPR. Standard First Aid incorporates all of Emergency First Aid and is designed for those who require a more in-depth understanding of first aid. This is a requirement for candidates enrolling in NLS. First aid certifications can only be re-certified one time, after that the full course must be taken.

Dates: August 23, 24 & 25th 4:30-10:00pm NATIONAL LIFEGUARD (NLS)- $253.45 (includes manual and exam fee) Pre-requisite: Bronze Cross, Standard first aid, 16 years of age by the end of the course, 100% attendance is required.

Please note: The only accepted Standard First Aid certifications are those issued by the: Lifesaving Society, Red Cross, St. John’s or Ski Patrol. The National Lifeguard Pool Certification builds on the fundamental skills, knowledge and values taught in the NLS core content to train lifeguards in safety supervision and rescue in a pool environment.

Dates: August 29th to September 2nd, 11:00-8:00 p.m.

(September 2nd class may run as late as 10:00 p.m.).

ONE TIME LESSONS Children $6.00, Adults $6.75 per class Participate in a one time lesson with a certified instructor. Participants will be divided into groups of similar swimming ability. (Beginners, Starting Strokes, Stroke Correction) No written evaluations are provided. This is a great opportunity for participants of any age to develop swimming skills.

Dates: Tuesday nights on August 16th and 23rd and Thursday nights on August 11th and 18th 6:307:00pm STROKE CORRECTION CLINICS Children $6.00, Adults $6.75 per class These stroke correction clinics are intended to focus on specific problem areas. We have separate classes for children and for adults. Pre-registration is required. You can register for 1 class, or for all four weeks.

Classes will run Tuesday nights on August 16th and 23rd and Thursday nights on August 11th and 18th.

6:00-6:30 – Front Crawl; 7:00-7:30 – Whip Kick; 7:30-8:00 – Breaststroke

ASSISTANT WATER SAFETY INSTRUCTOR COURSE (AWSI) - $211.50 Pre-requisite: Bronze Cross, 15 years of age by the end of the course. 100% attendance is required.

This certification course is a prerequisite to the Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Course. 8 Hours of assistant teaching is to be completed during the course, and is in addition to normal class time. Once certified, Assistant Water Safety Instructors have two years to become Water Safety Instructors.

Dates: September 8th 5:00-10:00 p.m., October 15th 9:00-6:30 p.m., October 16th 9:00-6:00 p.m., November 19th 9:00-6:30 p.m.

RC WATER SAFETY INSTRUCTOR- $165.33 (includes manual and exam fees) Pre-requisite: 16 years old at the end of the course, AWSI with 12 additional hours of volunteering, 100% attendance is required. The Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Course prepares candidates to instruct the Red Cross Swim program.

Dates: September 8th and 9th 5:00-10:00 p.m., September 10th and 11th 9:00 to 6:00 p.m.

L.S.S. INSTRUCTOR- $165.33 (includes manual and exam fees) Pre-requisite: 16 years old at the end of the course, current Bronze Cross or NLS, 100% attendance is required.

The Lifesaving Instructor course prepares instructors to teach Canadian Swim Patrol, Bronze medal awards and Emergency First Aid. Dates: September 15th and 16th from 5:00 -10:00 p.m., September 17th and 18th from 9:00-6:00 p.m.

BOAT OPERATOR ACCREDITED TRAINING- $43.60 Pre-requisite: 8 years of age The Township of Centre Wellington is not currently offering training courses but if you are an experienced boater and want to try writing the exam, contact the Supervisor of Aquatic services at 8432800 to arrange a time to write a test. Pleasure Craft operator cards are valid for life. As of September 2009, any person driving a power boat will require the card.

The BOAT study guide is available for purchase from the Sportsplex for a cost of $15.00

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aquatics THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF CENTRE WELLINGTON Aquatics Employment – Fall 2011 Assistant Instructor:

Minimum requirement – Red Cross Assistant Water Safety Instructor

(AWSI), Bronze Cross Instructor / Guard:

Minimum requirement – NLS, RC instructors, Standard First Aid,

CPR “C” all current within 2 years.

LSS Instructors is strongly recommended.

Aquafit Instructors:

Minimum requirement - Recognized Aqua Fit certification through

CALA, WaterArt or other provincial certifications as designated by

the Aquatic Supervisor.

For all positions, experience and additional certifications will be considered when determining employment offers. Please include a photocopy of all required certifications when applying.

Full Job Descriptions are available at the Centre Wellington Sportsplex.

Candidates are invited to submit a complete resume detailing education, experience and references to the undersigned no later than Friday August 26th 2011, Attn: Bruce Parkin How to Apply: Mailing: C.W. Parks & Recreation, P.O. Box 58, Elora, ON, N0B 1S0 In person: C.W. Community Sportsplex, 550 Belsyde Ave. Fergus Fax: (519) 843-2565 Email: parks@centrewellington.ca

What do I need to become an Instructor or Lifeguard?

To Become a Lifeguard

To Become an Instructor

• Bronze Medallion / Emergency First Aid – CPR B (pre-requisite: 13 years of age OR Bronze Star)

• Bronze Medallion / Emergency First Aid – CPR B (pre-requisite: 13 years of age OR Bronze Star)

• Bronze Cross (pre-requisite: Bronze Medallion, Emergency First Aid)

• Assistant Water Safety Instructor Course (AWSI) (pre-requisite: 15 years of age)

• Standard First Aid – CPR C (Must be from LSS, RC, ST. John, OR CDN Ski Patrol

• Volunteer Hours – 20 hours minimum Hours normally completed during AWSI course

• National Lifeguard Service (NLS) (16 years of Age, Standard First Aid, Bronze Cross)

• Red Cross / LSS Water Safety Instructors Course (16 years of age, AWSI Certification)

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All applications are appreciated, however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act 2001 and will be used only for candidate selection.

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Fitness Classes

Centre Wellington Community Sportsplex 519-843-2800

Schedule of Classes Day Class Monday Monday Monday

Body Blast NRG Circuit Pilates* Mixed Levels

Time

Instructor

Tuesday Tuesday Tuesday

Interval Sweat Pilates* Mixed levels Step & Strength

9:15 - 10:00am 10:00 - 11:00am 6:30 - 7:15pm

Wendy Armstrong Wendy Armstrong Heather Merry

Wednesday Wednesday

Step & Strength Circuit Training (Weight Room)

9:15 - 10:00am 7:00 - 8:00pm

Wendy Armstrong Michelle Paczay

Thursday Thursday

NRG Circuit Cardio Pump

9:15 - 10:00am 6:30 - 7:15pm

Wendy Armstrong Melanie Chipman

Friday

Strength & Stretch

9:15 - 10:00am

Wendy Armstrong

Saturday

Bootcamp

8:30 - 9:30am

Wendy Armstong

Sunday

Circuit Training (Weight Room)

9:00 - 10:00am

Michelle Paczay

9:15 - 10:00am 5:00 - 5:45pm 6:00 - 7:00pm

Wendy Armstrong Wendy Armstrong Wendy Armstrong

Description of Classes DROP IN/MEMBERSHIP CLASSES

REGISTERED CLASSES

Interval Sweat: Cycling, skipping, shadow boxing & abdominal work.

Pilates: New Sessions begins July 5th (8 wk session).

Step & Strength: Intervals of stepping and muscle conditioning make for a great overall workout.

Cardio Pump: Two minute intervals...cardio then strength.

Strength & Stretch: Work with the stability ball and weights and finish the week with a longer stretch.

Circuit Training (Weight Room): A fast-paced, intense workout involving rapid transition from station to station on strength training equipment. Prior experience an asset.

Intermediate to advance class.

NRG Circuit (Aerobics Room): An energizing class where individuals move through cardio, strength and balance stations.

Bootcamp*: Bootcamp is fun and intense and will push you out of your comfort zone. Join this athletic style workout and see results quickly. You don’t have to be an athlete to join! *Indoor Bootcamp returns in the fall.

Outdoor Bootcamp on NOW! Bootcamp for Youth returns in the fall (ages 9 & up) For more information contact Wendy Armstrong (519) 843-3018, cell: 519-994-0348 or email wendy055@sympatico.ca.

Body Blast: A group resistance training class utilizing bands, dumbbells, body bars, steps, balls & bodyweight.

PRICES FOR DROP IN/ MEMBERSHIP CLASSES ONLY: Page 24

Option 1: 10 tickets for $59.25 Option 2: Three-month fitness membership for $129.00 Option 3: Six-month fitness membership for $231.50 Option 4: One-year fitness membership for $317.50 Option 5: We also have a drop in rate of $7.00 per class

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Weight Room Centre Wellington Community Sportsplex 519-843-2800

WE OFFER:

Large weight room facility Free weight room orientation Membership holds available Pro rated memberships Personal Training available Showers & Saunas Card access security* * $20.00 deposit required. (refundable)

circuit training classes Wednesday 7-8pm, Sunday 9-10am Free to members, or $7 per class Adults Fees 1 month ..............

3 months ............

6 months ............

1 year .................

Senior & Students

43.00 129.00 $ 231.50 $ 317.50 $

$

55+ 16+ $ 1 month ..............

36.00 $ 3 months ............

108.00 6 months ............ $193.00 1 year ................. $264.00

A minimum $15 or 15% administration fee will apply to all cancellations.

Day Pass $7.00 Treadmill Only Pass $3.25

For information call 519-843-2800 Sun - Fri: 6:00am - 10:30pm, Sat: 6:00am - 9:00pm www.centrewellington.ca

New Members:

One month trial only $29.00 (inc HST)

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Grand River DanceAcademy Presents...

Spectrum 2011 E.L. Fox Auditorium 21 Meyer Drive, Guelph, Saturday, June 18 1:30pm & 7:00pm Doors open ½ hour prior to show

Tickets on sale Sun, June 5 10am

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Summer Dance Camp 2011

Ballet, Hip Hop, Jazz, Yoga, Creative Movement, Choreography Activities, Crafts and much more.

Half and full days available.

July

18-22

August

8-12

Ages

4-12

at the door

Catch the Hottest Dance Show in Town

Camp and Fall Registration: June 20-22, 5-8pm at 380 St. Andrew Street West, Fergus, 519-843-5040 www.grandriverdance.ca

Kids Karate Karate Camp Camp Fergus Fergus Kids Lots of fun and excitment for the summer!!!

• games • karate • arts • crafts • meditation and more •

Your child will have the best weeks of summer at this fun filled camp specifically designed to enhance your child's skills in many aspects of fitness, coordination, agility, self-esteem and confidence. We will be busy as they have fun learning with exciting games such as Karate Dodge Ball, Koala Bear and Samurai Run just to name a few, along with arts and crafts and musical katas. Meditation times such as Gratitude, Singing Bowl, Rainbow and Walking meditations will help your child develop a stronger sense of self and become calmer, kinder and more thoughtful to themselves and the world around them. No previous karate experience

July 11th - 15th, 2011

Full day camp is 9am to 4pm $135.00+HST ($152.55) *Early morning drop off 8:30am and late pick up till 5:30pm is available at an additional $15 per day*

Please make cheques payable to Bushido Martial Arts Registration due by June 30th.

Held at our Grand River Dance Academy location.

Call 519-843-4087 or email senseisharon@rogers.com For more information.

Or visit our website at www.bushidomartialartsca.com Page 26

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805 Tower St. S. Fergus

519-787-2714 Serving the C-W Community since 1999

In Home, Gym, Pool Personal Fitness Training (519) 846-5945 Email: heather.ennis@sympatico.ca Personal Fitness Consulting; Post Rehab Programs; Injury prevention programs; Water Therapy Programs; Core Conditioning Programs; Sport Specific Programs

Heather Ennis, Certified Personal Trainer (over 20 years experience) Aqua Rehab & Arthritis Aquafit Instructor Specialist, Pilates Mat & Movement Specialist. www.centrewellington.ca

Offering: Private Pilates Mat & Reformer Sessions Living Fit Helps:

• Osteoporosis • Arthritis • Diabetes • Parkinson’s Disease • Multiple Sclerosis • And many other medical conditions • For better living * Gift Certificates Available * Page 27

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Air Conditioning High Speed Internet Cable TV • Non Smoking rooms

Complimentary Continental Breakfast

Affordable night stay in beautiful Elora!

Nerf League

66 Wellington Rd. #7, Elora 519-846-5333 1-888-733-3567 www.villageinnelora.com

Our Nerf League is for kids aged 6-10 and is available in both July and August, with 4 weeks per session.

July | Wednesdays | 6pm-7pm (July 6, 13, 20 and 27) August | Mondays | 6pm-7pm (August 8, 15, 22, and 29) Cost is $50 for each 4 week session.

leaps and bounds

294 Mill Street East, Unit 109 Call to register 226-384-5678 www.leapsandboundsinc.com

Wendy Armstrong Certified Personal Trainer, Pilates Instructor, Fitness Instructor • Individual Program Design • Nutrition/Weight Management • Core Conditioning • Rehab, Injury Prevention • Cardiovascular, Strength, Endurance, Flexibility Training • Sports Conditioning • Private and Semi-Private Training • Group Classes • In-home and Gym Training

Bootcamp

Join this outdoor workout that will take you out of your comfort zone & deliver results!

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Focused on Fitness For better balance in health, work and life!

BOOTCAMP, PILATES NEW SESSIONS BEGIN IN JULY YOUTH BOOTCAMP Thursdays. 10:30 - 11:30am BOOTCAMP

Thursdays 7:00 - 8:00pm Saturdays 8:30 - 9:30am

PILATES Mondays 6:00 - 7:00pm Mixed Levels Tuesdays 10:00 - 11:00am NRG Circuit for Youth & Parents

(ages 9 & up) Returns in the fall

Register Now!

Class schedule subject to change based on registration.

Please call for more information:

cell: 519-994-0-Fit (0348) phone: 519-843-3018 wendy055@sympatico.ca www.centrewellington.ca

Canada Day Celebrations

Friday July 1st Elora Dominion Day Celebrations - DAYTIME -

7:00 - 10:30am - Firefighter’s Breakfast MacDonald Square

All Day at Most Venues Rotary Club - Flags for Sale

7:00am - Pre registration 5km Run/Walk

12:00 noon - Lunch at Bissell, Free Hot Dog & Beverage, Historical presentation

8:00 - 10:00am - Soap Box Derby David & Geddes Street 9:00am - 5km Run/Walk begins For more info on 5km Run/Walk call 519-240-2209 11:00am - Dominion Day Parade Elora Community Centre to Bissell Park via Geddes, Metcalfe & Mill

12:00 pm - Dominion Day Dash Bissell Park (1km fun run for kids 12 & under) 1:30 pm - Rotary Club Duck Race, Bissell Park

Fergus Fireworks Extravaganza - EVENING -

CENTRE WELLINGTON COMMUNITY SPORTSPLEX

6:00 - 9:00pm - Entertainment,, Kids Midway & Food Vendors, Live entertainment featuring great local artists.

Centre Wellington Community Sportsplex - East Gate - $2 per person

10:00 approx. FIREWORKS by the Weinstein Group Centre Wellington Community Sportsplex

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON OUR CANADA DAY EVENTS PLEASE VISIT:

www.weinstein.ca/canadaday

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John Morris, Law Office

149 Geddes Street, Elora, Ontario N0B 1S0 Welcomes Sarah Shannon to the practice of Law. Sarah grew up on a farm near Harriston, Ontario.

She is a graduate of the University of Guelph with an honours BA in French and the University of Ottawa Law School in French with a LLB. Sarah will help you out with all your legal needs in either English or French.

Telephone: 519-846-5366 sarah@johnmorrislaw.ca

E&G

Pastry & Fine Cakes

- our name says it all -

Speciality European Pastries & Cakes Lunch Specials To Go Elias & Ghada Chalhoub 135 Metcalfe St. Elora ON

519.846.2999

The Best of Both Worlds INDEPENDENT LIVING WITH THE SUPPORT YOU WANT! When is the right time for retirement living?

Heritage River Retirement Residence is all about independent living without any household responsibilities.

• BEAUTIFUL PRIVATE SUITES • FRESHLY PREPARED MEALS • 24 HOUR HEALTH CARE SUPERVISION • A VARIETY OF ACTIVITIES Let the decision be yours!

Call Heritage River or drop in for a personal tour today!

Call: (519) 846-5350 25 Wellington Drive, Elora Ontario

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Simple Pleasures for the Summer at the Museum & Archives

July 6, Pioneer Music and Dance – Join us for an afternoon of lively entertainment with pioneer interpreter and musician, Marty Pullen.

July 13, Home Remedies from the Garden – Since ancient times, herbs and wild plants have been used to make remedies and cures for all that ails us! Visit us in the cottage garden.

July 20, Pottery with Joan – Make your own clay finger puppets with local potter Joan Gilson. Two sessions: 1:00 – 2:30 pm, or 2:30 – 4:00 pm. Cost, $4.00 per person.

Please phone to register.

July 27, Heritage Gardens Tea Party – Let’s celebrate the 20th anniversary of our Heritage Gardens.

PowerPoint presentation about the garden, past and present, Tea served outdoors, weather permitting.

Weekly Events, Wednesdays 1– 4 pm.

Admission by voluntary donation unless otherwise noted, members are admitted free except for special fees.

Some events have special times as noted and require pre-registration.

To register, call 519 846-0916, ext 221.

All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Sittings at 1:00 or 2:30 pm. Preregistration is required. Cost $2 children, $4 adults.

August 3, Keeping Clean: the ins and outs of soap making and laundry! – Learn all you need to know about soap and laundry! Make real soap to take home, learn about laundry, the old-fashioned way, including ironing a shirt!

August 10, I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream! – An old-fashioned ice cream social!

Sample great ice cream, and also make some with local Dairy Educator and Ice Cream Expert, June Switzer.

August 17, Beautiful Butterflies!

– Our butterfly garden in August is the perfect place to view butterflies and moths as they prepare to fly south! Games, activities, crafts and a scavenger hunt.

August 24, End of Summer Tea party – Spend an afternoon in our Victorian Garden over a cup of tea, (weather permitting.) Sittings at 1:00 or 2:30 pm, Pre-registration is required. Cost: $2.00 for children, $4.00 for adults.

August 31, Tarot from A to Z! – Join us for a most interesting presentation as local reader Shelley Carter reviews the history and art of tarot card reading. Seating is limited, please pre-register. Refreshments provided. Admission by donation.

(519) 846-0916 ext. 221 County Road 18, (between Fergus and Elora)

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INC.

° Property Maintenance ° Landscape Design & Construction ° Irrigation ° Landscape Products Visit our retail yard at 6470 Beatty Line, Fergus to view our selection of landscape products - soil, mulch, stone, grass seed, fertilizer & more!

Telephone: 519.843.5489 | Fax: 519.787.0373 | Email: yardweaselsinc@hotmail.com

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Victoria Park Seniors Centre 150 ALBERT ST. W. FERGUS (519) 787-1814

Adult & Senior Programs Registration for the Summer 2011 Session begins Wed. June 8.

Victoria Park Seniors Centre Will be closed: July 1 (Canada Day), August 1 (Civic Holiday), September 5 (Labour Day)

In Person 150 Albert St. W., Fergus Office Hours Mon to Fri 9:00am - 4:00pm

On Line • ProgramABLE All you need is your family PIN Number, and Visa or Master Card number. www.centrewellington.ca/programABLE For first time users, please contact Victoria Park Sr. Centre to obtain your pin number.

By Mail

By Fax

Victoria Park Seniors Centre

(519) 787-2091

150 Albert St. W., Fergus On N1M 1X2

Visa or Master Card Payments only

All registrations will be processed on a first come, first serve basis.

Please Note: Registrations that are dropped off in person, mailed or faxed before registration starts will be processed at the end of the first day of registration.

adult/senior

ABOUT VICTORIA PARK SENIORS CENTRE Victoria Park Seniors Centre provides a wide variety of recreational programs, special events, bus trips, services and volunteer opportunities for older adults. The programs offered are tailored to individuals 55 years of age and older; however all registered programs are open to any adult looking to stay active, develop new skills and friendships. Victoria Park Seniors Centre, which officially opened its doors in June 1992, is a municipal recreation facility operated by the Parks and Recreation Department of the Township of Centre Wellington. Our goal is to support active, healthy lifestyles for older adults through an extensive range of social, health, recreational and educational programs.

We invite you to drop by, take out a membership and experience the benefits of participating.

MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL REMINDER Membership renewals are due June 1, 2011. The new membership year runs June 1, 2011 to May 31, 2012.

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MEMBERSHIP • Membership fee: $21.50 per person (includes HST) • The membership year runs June 1, 2011 to May 31, 2012 • Available to anyone 55 years of age or older. A younger spouse may also join.

Membership has its benefits: • Reduced enrolment fees on all registered programs, bus trips & drop-in activities • Access to more than 70 weekly programs and services for seniors • Access to appointments at any of our clinics (foot care, blood pressure, hearing clinics, low vision clinics, reflexology, chair massage, coin appraisal) • Vote at the Annual General Meeting and hold office on the Centre’s Advisory Board • Have a direct link with local government through the Parks & Recreation Department • Discover a new hobby, skill or talent • Opportunities to become involved in meaningful volunteer work • And, most importantly, meet new friends!

Please note that membership fees are non-refundable. Once you have a valid membership, additional fees are required to partici-

pate in programs, special events, bus trips, etc.

LOCATION & HOURS • Address: 150 Albert St. West, Fergus. The Centre is situated on the edge of Victoria Park. Tel: 519-787-1814 Fax: 519-787-2091.

Website: www.centrewellington.ca (click on “Departments” “Parks & Recreation”, “Seniors Centre”).

• Office Hours: Mon to Fri, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, (except statutory holidays). Activities are also held in the evenings & some Saturdays.

ADVISORY BOARD The Centre is run by a volunteer Advisory Board of seven elected Centre members and one appointed Council Representative.

The Advisory Board acts a liaison between the seniors and the Township of Centre Wellington and works with the Parks and Recreation Dept. to provide quality recreational opportunities for older adults. Meetings are held the first Monday of the month at 9:00 am. All members welcome.

PROGRAM COMMITTEE Interested in providing your input into programs and events for older adults? This volunteer committee

organizes special events and fundraisers for the Centre. We meet the first Monday of the month at 10:15 am. The group is always looking for new ideas and volunteers to help plan events! Interested? Contact Kathryn Morgan at the Centre.

JUNE IS SENIORS’ MONTH & RECREATION MONTH June is designated as Seniors’ Month as well as Recreation Month in Ontario. Seniors’ Month is an annual celebratory tradition in which the contributions of seniors are acknowledged throughout the province. Recreation Month celebrates being active in your community. There is no better time to drop in to Victoria Park Seniors Centre to learn about the recreation opportunities, programs and services available to older adults. Join in one of the many special events and programs held in June to celebrate and to encourage all seniors to live life to the fullest!

REGISTERING FOR PROGRAMS • Registration for all Summer 2011 programs begins Wed. June 8 @ 8:30 am.

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DROP-IN PROGRAMS New participants always welcome! All drop-in activity programs are offered on an ongoing basis unless otherwise stated.

You are not required to register in advance, however, you may want to contact the Activity Convenor (listed below each activity) before your first visit, as some groups do require prior organization of players. Most groups charge a small pay-as-you-go fee or set an annual fee. Attend any activity for free on your first visit. Then choose to become a member OR pay the nonmember fee each time ($1 added to drop-in fee). Have an idea for a new activity? Please contact the Centre.

NOTE: We are looking for volunteers to organize Saturday morning drop-in group activities. Speak to Kathryn Morgan at the Centre if you would like to volunteer or have an activity idea!

• Bid Euchre This fun group meets Tuesdays at 1:00 pm. Drop-in fee: $1 members or $2 non (with prizes).Convenor: Andrea Corner 519-843-7406. We can teach you how to play the game! “Learn to Play Bid Euchre” classes are scheduled usually the last Tuesday of the month at 10:00 am. Call the Centre to register.

• Billiards, Snooker & Pool We have two billiards tables available for members’ use, Monday

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to Friday, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.

The Centre is also open Monday to Thursday evenings from 7:00 to 9:00 pm and some Saturdays.

Fee: $50 (includes hst) for an annual billiards membership (June 1, 2011-May 31, 2012). You must first be a member of the Centre to obtain a billiards membership. Alternatively, members can pay the drop-in fee of 25¢ per game (or $1.25 for non-members). Contact: Ted Haines 519-843-4408. “Learn to Play Pool” sessions are scheduled the first Wed. each month at 2:00pm. Call the Centre to register.

• Book Club Love to read? Share your interest with others! Group meets first Friday of the month at 11:00 am to discuss the book of the month, have conversation and find common bonds through books. You’ll read and enjoy books you may have never chosen for yourself!

Book list is generated based on group input and is available at the Centre. Join us July 8, Aug. 5 & Sept. 2. Drop-in fee: $1 members or $2 non. Interested in joining?

Contact Convenor: Louise Fletcher 519-843-7798.

• Bridge Duplicate Bridge is played Mondays at 7:00 pm (including holiday Mondays). $3 drop-in fee for members or $4 non (with prizes).

Convenor: Don McNiven 519-8431361.

Contract Bridge is played Tuesdays at 7:00 pm. Convenor: Marjorie Lake 519-843-7136. Drop-in fee: $1 members or $2 non.

Duplicate Bridge is played Wednesdays at 1:00 pm. No charge if you attend Wednesday Lunch otherwise $1 drop-in fee for members or $2 non. Convenor: Leone Masson 519-843-2044.

Social Bridge is played Thursdays at 1:00 pm. Convenor: Jean Holman 519-843-2004. Drop-in fee: $1 members or $2 non.

• Bunka Artistry Calling all bunka artists! Drop-in for this relaxed weekly creative & social group for the summer season! Don’t know what bunka is?

Feel free to drop-in to see what this fun handicraft is all about!

Tuesdays, 9:30-11:30am beginning June 28. $1 members or $2 non.

• Canasta Canasta is a matching card game

in which the object is to create melds of cards of the same rank, then “go out” by playing or discarding all the cards in your hand.

Join in this new weekly card group Mondays at 9:30 am. Drop-in fee: $1 members or $2 non. Don’t worry if you don’t know how to play – we will teach you! Convenor: Ina Boyle 519-846-8669.

how to play the game. Can use finger or cues (supplied).

• Darts This group meets Thursday mornings at 10:00 am. Drop-in fee: $1 members or $2 non. We can teach you how to play and darts are available for those who do not have their own. Convenor: Don Martin 519-843-3153.

• Chess Group meets Wednesdays at 2:00 pm. Join us each week to challenge yourself and meet new people. Drop-in fee: $1 members or $2 non. New to the game or haven’t played in a little while? No problem – we can teach you. Lessons scheduled on the first Wed. of each month at 2:00 pm. Call the Centre to register.

• Drama Group: The Victoria Park Players If you enjoy performing, this fun and lively group is for you! No experience needed! The group meets weekly at pre-arranged times to practice and will be starting up again in the fall. They organize two performances each year and will be working towards the Christmas Performance this fall.

Interested? Contact the Centre 519-787-1814 or Joan Brownlow 519-787-2972.

• Choir: Victoria Park Music Ensemble This vibrant group practices Mondays at 2:00 pm and is always looking for more people to join them! (Group does not meet in the summer but will resume again in September). Join us if you love to sing or play an instrument.

Convenor: Morven McCorquodale 519-843-5066. All choir members are invited to join the summer musical afternoon group Mondays @ 2:00pm • Craft Group Join us for a good time on Wednesdays at 1:00 pm. Crafts made by the group are sold in the Centre’s Craft Shoppe year round and at our Annual Fall Bazaar (always held the first Saturday in November). All proceeds support the Centre. Newcomers welcome! No cost. Contact co-convenors: Jean Haines 519-843-4408 or Diane Thompson 519-787-4179 if you would like to join. Can’t decide what to buy? Gift certificates are also available!

• Cribbage Group meets Friday mornings at 9:30 am. Drop-in fee: $1 members or $2 non. They welcome new players and can teach you how to play. Convenor: Vern Dowdall 519-843-3907.

• Crokinole This fun group meets weekly on Wednesdays at 10:00 am. Dropin fee: $1 members or $2 non.

Contact Donna Wagenaar 519843-4754 if you are interested or simply drop-in! We can show you

• Euchre Wednesday afternoons at 1:00 pm. No charge if you attend the Wednesday Lunch, otherwise $1 drop-in fee for members or $2 non. Contact Donna Wagenaar 519-843-4754.

Thursday evenings at 7:30 pm.

Drop-in fee: $2 members or $3 non (with prizes to be won). Convenors: Mary & Peter McDougall 519-843-4079.

• Line Dancing-Thursday This beginner group for men and women meet Thursday mornings 9:15-11:00 am to learn basic steps. Drop-in fee: $1 members or $2 non. Group finishes June 16 but will resume in September.

Convenors: Ray & Marie Burkitt 519-846-0036. Could you help us instruct this class? We are looking for volunteer instructors/helpers.

• Line Dancing-Wednesday Come out for fun and exercise on Wednesdays from 3:00 to 4:30 pm to learn basic steps. Drop-in fee: $1 members or $2 non. Please join us! Convenors: Anne & Ron Davidson 519-848-6133.

• Movie Fridays at 1:00 pm. Drop-in fee: $2 members or $3 non and includes refreshments after the show! Be sure to pick up the movie listing page from the Centre.

• Musical Afternoon We need musicians and singers for a weekly drop-in musical afternoon at the Centre! Join us if

adult/senior

• All programs offered at the Seniors Centre require pre-registration, unless specified as a “drop-in” activity group (which do not require registration). Dropin activities are continuous unless a date is provided.

• Payment must be received upon registration and can be made in person by cash, cheque, debit or credit card, over the phone by credit card or online on our ProgramAble registration system (contact the Centre for your PIN number & barcode). Cheques made payable to: Township of Centre Wellington – VPSC. • Not a member? Not 55 yet? No problem! You are still welcome to register for any program (a nonmember fee will apply). Younger adults are welcomed as valued participants and are invited to register for programs.

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you love to sing or play an instrument. We are looking for guitar and ukulele players and singers for an afternoon of classic country music. Come out for a musical afternoon of singing and fun!

Begins: Mon. July 4 @ 2:00 pm.

Contact the Centre if interested or Ken McCorquodale 519-843-5066.

No cost.

• Pickleball NEW! Pickle ball is a combination of tennis, ping pong and badminton played on a badminton court with a three foot high net, lightweight paddles and a plastic perforated ball. The game, similar to oversized ping-pong, is mainly shot placement and game strategy, not brute power or strength.

We will teach you how to play!

Will be held at the Sportsplex 550 Belsyde Ave., Fergus. Contact the Seniors Centre 519-787-1814 if you are interested! Begins: Sept. 2011 • Quilting Group Experienced quilters are welcome to join this group, which meet Mondays at 1:00 pm. Contact Diane Thompson 519-787-4179 or Jean Haines 519-843-4408. (If you would like to learn to quilt, please contact the Centre for quilting courses offered).

• Rug-Hooking (Traditional) This group meets Monday afternoons at 1:00 pm. All are welcome to come for a creative, social afternoon. Newcomers welcome. Dropin fee: $1 members or $2 non.

Contact the Centre 519-787-1814.

• Scrabble Friendly competition and fun! This group welcomes newcomers and meets Friday mornings at 9:30 am. Drop-in fee: $1 members or $2 non. Convenor: Trudy Kelly 519-843-2506.

adult/senior

• Shuffleboard Join us for fun, friendship and gentle exercise on Mondays at 1:00 pm. Beginners are most welcome! Drop-in fee: $1 members or $2 non. We will teach you the game. Convenors: Joan Lambert 519-787-1881 & Fern Saunders 519-843-3777.

• Table Tennis Exercise in disguise! It’s fun, noncompetitive play. Group meets twice a week on Tuesday mornings at 10:00 am and Thursday afternoons at 1:00 pm. Drop-in fee: $1 members or $2 non. Convenor:

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Valerie Benn 519-846-8160.

• Ukulele Band This group finishes for the summer on June 6 and resumes again in the fall. However, all ukulele players are invited to join the Summer Musical Afternoon Group held on Mondays at 2:00 pm beginning July 4. Contact Ken McCorquodale 519-843-5066.

• Walking Groups Monday afternoons at 1:30 pm (including statutory holidays) meeting at the Centre to explore a different area each week. No cost. All walking levels welcome!

Contact: Ross Chalmers 519-7874135 or Harald Hennecke 519843-2286.

Monday-Friday Mornings at 9:00 am meeting at the track in Victoria Park. No cost. All welcome!

Walking poles available for use.

Contact: Donna Wagenaar 519843-4754 Tuesday & Thursday Mornings at 8:30 am. Learn to use walking poles for a more effective workout! No cost. Walking poles available for use. Fitness instructor Kelly Offer will offer instruction and guidance. Contact the Centre.

• Wii Bowling New drop-in group! Find out what all the fuss is about with Nintendo Wii and why it’s the latest craze with seniors! It involves some physical activity and improves strength, balance and coordination – and it’s fun! It’s easy to use and requires no previous “gaming” experience. Can be played seated in a chair. Wednesdays, 9:00-10:30 am begins July 6, Tuesdays, 1:00-3:00 pm begins July 5 Drop in fee: $1 Members/ $2 Non • Wood Carving Group meets Wednesdays at 1:00 pm to learn and share knowledge!

Bring your own carving tools. $3 drop-in fee (for members only) includes wood. Woodcarving instruction finishes at the end of June but you are welcome to dropin all summer to work on your woodcarving project. Convenor: Paul Spedaliere 519-787-2593.

We are hoping to start up the following Drop-in Groups.

Please contact the Centre 519787-1814 if you are interested: • Art/Hobby Group Bring any type of art or hobby you

would like to work on to tap into your creative side.

• Carpet Bowling We will teach you how to play.

• Financial Discussion Group The purpose of this group is to share information and learn how to better understand and manage your investments. Interested?

Contact the Centre or Joan Coxhead 519-843-3616.

• Mah Jong Mah Jong is a fun game of Chinese origin which involves skill, strategy, calculation and a certain degree of luck.

• Shanghai If you like the game Yahtzee, you will love Shanghai.

• Widow/Widower Support Group Begins Fall 2011. If you are interested in joining this group please contact Kathryn Morgan at the Centre 519-787-1814.

CENTRE SERVICES Blood Pressure Clinics FREE! Held monthly on a Wednesday from 10:30 am to 12:00 pm (see dates below) at Victoria Park Seniors Centre. Kelley Eves, Nurse Specialist – Metabolic Care with the Upper Grand Family Health Team, will check your blood pressure and provide information on how to control your blood pressure. No appointment needed – simply drop-in! Thanks to the Upper Grand Family Health Team for sponsoring this program.

July 13, August 3, Sept. 14 Foot Care Clinics It’s important to prevent and treat foot problems. Healthy feet make a happier person! Registered Nurse Pauline Mikol provides the foot care. $25. Appointments are necessary and do fill quickly. To book your ½ hour appt., call the Reception Desk at the Centre 519787-1814. Bring a small towel with you. Please allow a minimum of 24 hours if you need to cancel an appointment so that we have time to contact someone on the waiting list. Cash or cheques accepted.

CNIB Low Vision Clinic FREE! This CNIB Lions’ Low Vision Clinic offers you the opportunity to learn more about vision loss, CNIB services and to explore vari-

ous products designed to assist with all aspects of daily living. A CNIB Low Vision Specialist will be on hand to answer your questions usually the 3rd Tuesday of every month, 9:30 am-12:30 pm held at Victoria Park Seniors Centre. Dropin! No appointment needed. For more information contact: Ruby van Eeken (Low Vision Specialist with the CNIB) 1-800-265-4177 ext. 5164. Please contact the Centre for possible clinic dates in July & August.

Upcoming clinic date: June 21 Hearing Clinics & Screening FREE! A drop-in Hearing Clinic will be held Wed. June 15 & Wed. Sept. 21 from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm when a Hearing Care Counsellor from the Canadian Hearing Society is available to talk to you on a one-to-one basis about any hearing concerns you may have.

As well, a FREE Hearing Screening Test (to identify the possibility of hearing loss) is scheduled on Tues. June 21. Simply call the Centre 519-787-1814 to book your ½ hour appt. for this test.

Also offered this spring: “Do I Really Need a Hearing Aid? Seminar Thurs. June 30, 12:30-4:00 pm.

Reflexology Deeply relaxing, reflexology works the reflex points in your feet that relate to different organs and areas of your body. Circulation is improved to facilitate balance within the body. You will leave feeling relaxed and yet having a renewed energy. Certified Reflexologist, Karen Murtagh, provides the reflexology appointments $20. To book your ½ hour appt., call the Centre 519-787-1814. For the month of June, appointments are available Mondays. For July & August, appointments are available Thursdays from 12:30-3:30 pm. Appointments do fill quickly!

Mon. June 6, 13 & 27 Thurs. July 14 & 28 Thurs. August 11 Chair Massage Join specialized certified practitioner, Christine Brown, for a relaxing 10-minute chair massage.

Reduce tension, stress, headaches, stiff necks, backaches and increase circulation. No removing of clothes and no oils used. To book your appointment, call the Centre 519-787-1814. Appts. available the 2nd Wednesday of the month

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Wednesday Lunch Join us every Wednesday at 12:00 Noon! Cost is $8 for members / $9 non-members. Meet old friends or make new ones while enjoying a delicious and nutritious lunch.

Stay for a social afternoon of euchre, bridge, crafts or chess (no charge for these activities if you come for lunch), also woodcarving or billiards (drop-in fee applies).

Menus are listed in the Centre’s monthly calendar. Call ahead to reserve a spot, as sometimes lunch is sold-out. Don’t miss the following twice a month fund-raising homemade lunches organized and prepared by the Centre’s Program Committee volunteers: June 8 (Homemade Lunch) June 22 (BBQ) July 6 (Homemade Lunch) July 20 (BBQ) August 10 (BBQ) Garden Fresh Box A non-profit, fresh produce buying service created to help people access affordable fresh fruits and vegetables (supports local farmers as well!). The service is operated by the Guelph Community Health Centre. Victoria Park Seniors Centre is one of many drop-off sites in Wellington County (but the only site in the Fergus area). Your order includes a newsletter with recipes. The box content changes from month to month because fruits and vegetables are chosen in season when they are at the peak of their nutritional value. To order, contact Victoria Park Seniors Centre 519-787-1814. Place your order by the 1st Friday of the month. Payment must be made at time of order. Pick up your order on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at Victoria Park Seniors Centre between 1:00 and 4:00 pm. Please bring your own grocery bags. This program runs year round! Cost: $20 large box or $15 small box. Cash only.

Card Service Did you know that the Centre sends out cards to members? If you happen to know a member of the Centre who may be ill, recovering from an operation, requiring a sympathy card, etc., let us know at the Centre or contact our Outreach Coordinator, Lori Runnalls.

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Crafts for Sale Visit our lovely Craft Shoppe full of beautiful handmade items. All items are made by our talented craft and quilting group volunteers and the crafts are available for sale year round (gift certificates available). You will find some wonderful homemade crafts and collectibles, including baby clothing, quilts and blankets, sweaters, hats, mitts, scarves, and so much more! Available Mon.-Fri., 9:00 am-4:00 pm. Our annual Fall Bazaar fundraiser is always held the first Saturday in November featuring crafts made by the group. All proceeds support Victoria Park Seniors Centre.

Monthly Calendar Be sure to pick up a copy of the monthly calendar, listing day-today programs at the Centre. It lists menus for Wednesday lunches and also next month’s programs. Free copies are always available at the Centre and also on the website www.centrewellington.ca.

Library, Newspapers & Coffee Check out our wonderful collection of books stocked by your generous donations. Drop by to read a book or borrow one to take home.

Come out for coffee and browse through the newspapers (Toronto Star, Fergus-Elora News Express, etc). We also accept donations of current magazines for our coffee table. A large selection of jigsaw puzzles are also available to borrow. Help yourself to any of the information pamphlets and government publications provided on a range of topics of interest to older adults.

Volunteer Opportunities Interested in volunteering at Victoria Park Seniors Centre? There are a number of volunteer positions available: kitchen help, registration desk, foot clinics, special events, food preparation, activity convenors and committee work.

Contact the Centre 519-787-1814.

Grocery Tapes Fundraiser Support the Centre by saving your grocery receipts when shopping at any Zehrs or L&M. We are collecting these grocery receipts to help support our programs! Simply drop off your receipts to the Centre. For every $450 dollars worth of tapes, we receive $1.00.

It doesn’t sound like much but it adds up!

SUPPORT SERVICES Wellington Transportation Service Through the joint efforts of many volunteer transportation service providers across Wellington County, transportation is available to assist seniors in accessing medical appointments, social programs, shopping, banking, etc.

Volunteer drivers provide transportation. Call 519-843-7003 or 1-866-694-9562.

VON Meals on Wheels Delivers hot, delicious and nutritionally balanced meals to your home around the noon hour. Call 519-323-2330 or 1-888-506-6353 press “3” for the Meals on Wheels program.

Seniors Transit Bus A bus runs on Wednesdays in the Fergus area for seniors. $1.50 one-way ($3 round trip). The bus picks you up at home, drops you off at your destination and brings you back home. To use this service, you must contact the bus driver ahead of time. Pick up a bus schedule and drivers’ phone numbers at the Centre. Coordinator: Byron Beirnes 519-843-4148.

BUS TRIPS We are always in the process of organizing new bus trips for Victoria Park Seniors Centre. Some trips may not be listed if arranged after this publication went to print.

We encourage you to contact the Centre anytime for updates. Register early to avoid the disappointment of a sold-out or cancelled trip. We need a minimum number registered (sometimes up to 4 weeks in advance!) depending on the venue. We travel by coach equipped with a washroom on board. All trips depart from and return to Victoria Park Seniors Centre. Return times are approximate, depending on weather and traffic.

Hill Island Lodge Lansdowne, Ont. Featuring Kingston & Ottawa 6 days, 5 nights accommodation at Hill Island Lodge. Attractions: guided tour up the Rideau Locks with picnic lunch, museum visit in

Ottawa, city tour of Kingston, 1 hour boat cruise of 1000 Islands, nightly entertainment, luxury coach, gratuities, baggage handling & taxes. Cancellation insurance available at an additional cost.

Sun. July 24-Fri. July 29 Single: $719 or Double: $595 Greg Frewin Magic Show Travel to Niagara Falls! Includes tour of Joseph’s Estate Winery, lunch at Betty’s Restaurant, Magic Show at the Greg Frewin Theatre in Niagara Falls, luxury coach transportation, hst, driver’s gratuity. Departs 9:00 am, approx. return time 7:00 pm.

Saturday, July 30 $93 member / $103 non Old Mill & Red Rocket Tour Take a trip through the past on the “Red Rocket”. The iconic streetcar served TTC riders from 1938 until 1995 when the last one was taken out of regular service. Over that time the TTC operated 745 “Red Rockets” as they became known in Toronto. Enjoy lunch at the Old Mill Restaurant, a famous Toronto Inn, located in the beautiful setting of the Humber Valley. Includes lunch, the Red Rocket Tour with historian Mike Filey, luxury coach transportation, hst, driver’s gratuity. Departs 9:45 am, approx. return time 5:15 pm. Note: only 45 seats available on this tour!

Thursday, August 18 $89 member / $99 non Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament Welcome to the 11th century! Medieval Times is inspired by the true medieval tradition of royal families inviting guests to a festival and 4-course feast to watch knights compete on horseback. Privileged royal guests are transported to faraway lands including a romantic snowy rendezvous in the woods and an authentic medieval tournament for the Battle of Champions.

Includes dinner at Medieval Times and the show, luxury coach transportation, hst, driver’s gratuity.

Departs 1:00 pm, approx. return time 7:30 pm.

Sunday, September 25 $86 member / $96 non

adult/senior

9:00 am-12:00 pm. Cost: $10.

June 8, July 13 & Aug. 10

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Fall Colour Cruise (Big Chute Boat Cruise) Enjoy a buffet lunch at the Inn at Christie’s Mill (a beautiful scenic dining room overlooking the water), followed by a 2.5 hour fall colour cruise on the Muskoka Trent-Severn Waterway departing from Port Severn. The Serendipity Princess cruises to the Big Chute Marine Railway – only two of its kind in the world. Also includes luxury coach transportation, hst, driver’s gratuity. Departs 9:45 am, approx. return time 7:30 pm.

Thursday, October 6 $90 member / $99 non Larry Mercey Show Bus Trip Details to follow. Please call the Centre for more information.

Sunday, November 20 Cost TBA

Kelly Offer.

Tuesdays, 9:00-9:45 am July 5–August 30 (9 classes) $45 member / $54 non

ited number) or bring your own.

Start anytime. Free!

Tuesdays &/or Thursdays 8:30-9:00 am

Beginner Strength Training Beginner exercise program ideal for those new to fitness or for those wanting gentle range of motion exercises to improve balance, flexibility and muscle tone.

Suitable for those who must exercise from a chair or for those who can stand. Instructors: Kelly Offer (Tuesdays & Thursdays) and Melanie Chipman (Wednesday class).

Tuesdays, 10:00-10:45 am July 5–August 30 (9 classes) $45 member / $54 non

Stability Ball – Intermediate Level Improve balance and strength using balls and mats. The ball offers many options, is suitable for intermediate to advanced participants and will improve your balance, strength and flexibility. All equipment supplied. Instructor: Melanie Chipman.

Wednesdays, 9:00-9:45 am July 6–August 31 (9 classes) $45 member / $54 non

Wednesdays, 10:40-11:25 am July 6–August 31 (9 classes) $45 member / $54 non

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FITNESS CLASSES

Thursdays, 11:00-11:45 am July 7–September 1 (9 classes) $45 member / $54 non

Par-Q & You All fitness participants must fill out a Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (Par-Q) prior to participation in any fitness program. Not only will it help guide your participation but will assist instructors in monitoring your progress. Those with certain medical conditions will need to fill out a PARmed-X form in consultation with their doctor. Forms given at time of registration. If you registered online, please print form off our website www.centrewellington.ca. Forms should be returned by the first day of class. Register early for fitness classes as space is limited. NOTE: Due to allergies, please avoid wearing perfume.

Pilates for Osteoporosis & Osteoarthritis Much of the classical Pilates repertoire is contraindicated for osteoporosis and osteoarthritis and can actually put you at risk for fracture and exacerbate the risk factors associated with these conditions.

In this class we will manipulate the Pilates repertoire to make it bone safe and effective for building bone density. If you have been diagnosed with osteopenia, osteoporosis or osteoarthritis, this is the class for you. Join certified fitness instructor Kelly Offer for this fun and challenging class!

Tuesdays, 11:00-11:45 am July 5–August 30 (9 classes) $45 member / $54 non

Strength Training Certified fitness instructor Kelly Offer will help you regain strength and stamina and then build on that to improve bone density, coordination and stability in this intermediate level class. Become fit with the use of body weight, resistance tubing and chairs.

Strengthen and tone various muscle groups. (No class Aug. 1).

Mondays, 1:00-1:45 pm July 4–August 29 (8 classes) $40 member / $48 non

Urban Pole/Nordic Walking FREE! Think cross-country skiing without the skis! This outdoor weekly drop-in group will help you build a regular walking routine into your life. A highly effective core muscle strengthening exercise that increases stability and balance. Poles reduce impact on knee and hip joints. Safe, enjoyable and easy to learn. Learn proper techniques for breathing, posture and balance. Join certified fitness instructor Kelly Offer for this fully integrated walking program that turns walking into a workout! Great workout in all types of weather. Come dressed for all types of weather as we walk year. Walking poles provided (lim-

Low Impact Aerobics An intermediate level, moderate intensity class for those with good mobility or those who have taken fitness classes before. Instructor:

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Men’s Fitness Back to Basics If you have ever suffered from an episode of back pain (or simply want to avoid one) then this is the class for you. We will work on strengthening and conditioning your abs and back for reduced back pain, better stability and a flatter stomach. While the focus of this class is on the core, flexibility and balance training will round out the program. Instructor: Melanie Chipman.

Wednesdays, 9:50-10:30 am July 6–August 31 (9 classes) $45 member / $54 non Advanced Strength Training This class is designed for those who have had previous strength training experience (one year or more) and/or are mobile enough to transition from standing to mat work and back again. This class uses various resistance and balance training equipment. Join certified fitness instructor Kelly Offer for this fun and challenging class!

Thursdays, 9:00-9:45 am July 7–September 1 (9 classes) $45 member / $54 non Beginner to Intermediate Level Strength Training Class will accommodate those new to fitness, at a beginner level or those at a more intermediate level. Certified fitness instructor Kelly Offer will help you regain strength and stamina and then build on that to improve bone density, coordination and stability. Become fit with the use of body weight, resistance tubing and chairs. Strengthen and tone various muscle groups. Options will be given to accommodate all levels of fitness.

Thursdays, 10:00-10:45 am July 7–September 1 (9 classes) $45 member / $54 non Yoga Yoga is ideal both for those new to yoga as well as for those with some experience who enjoy a gentler practice with basic breathing practices, floor postures with some standing postures, and a brief seated meditation ending each class. Please bring a yoga mat, a towel (or blanket) and a strap (or an old tie) to each class.

Instructor: Karen Murtagh. If you have any questions, please contact Karen at 519-803-0663. Preregister.

Wednesday, 7:00-8:30 pm July 6-August 10 (6 classes) $48 members / $54 non Thursdays, 10:30 am–12:00 pm July 7–August 11 (6 classes) $48 members / $54 non **NOTE: Take any of two of the above fitness courses per week (per person) and save $5 OR take three fitness courses per week (per person) and save $10.

Walking Groups Monday afternoons at 1:30 pm (including statutory holidays).

The group meets at the Centre to explore a different area each week. No cost. All walking levels welcome! Contact: Ross Chalmers 519-787-4135 or Harald Hennecke 519-843-2286.

Monday to Friday Mornings at 9:00 am meeting at the track in Victoria Park. No cost. All welcome! Walking poles are available for use. Contact: Donna Wagenaar 519-843-4754.

Tuesday & Thursday Mornings at 8:30 am. Learn to use Nordic walking poles for a more effective workout and we provide the poles! No cost. Certified fitness instructor Kelly Offer will be walking with the group to teach techniques and to show how to effectively use the walking poles.

DANCE PROGRAMS Belly Dancing A gentle exercise that stretches, strengthens and tones specific muscle groups as you learn the basic foundations movements.

Experience the magical effects created by using a veil as a prop while manipulating the fabric to frame and flow around the body.

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Mondays, 9:00-10:30 am June 20–July 25 (6 classes) $39 members / $45 non Mondays, 7:00-8:30 pm June 27–July 25 (5 classes) $32.50 members / $37.50 non Wednesdays, 7:00-8:30 pm June 22–July 27 (6 classes) $39 members / $45 non Mondays, 9:00-10:30 am August 8–August 29 (4 classes) $26 members / $30 non Mondays, 7:00-8:30 pm August 8–August 29 (4 classes) $26 members / $30 non Wednesdays, 7:00-8:30 pm August 3–August 31 (5 classes) $32.50 members / $37.50 non Zumba Gold A fitness class designed for the active older adult. A fusion of international music, this class tones and sculpts without you even knowing it. This class is based on the principle that a workout should be fun & easy to do. If you like to dance, you will love Zumba.

Instructor: Nerine Christie. (No class Mon. August 1).

Mondays, 12:00-12:45 pm July 4-August 29 (8 classes) $60 member / $68 non Tuesdays, 12:00-12:45 pm July 5-August 30 (9 classes) $67.50 member / $76.50 non Line Dancing Thursday Line Dancing beginner group for men and women meet Thursdays 9:15-11:00 am to learn basic steps. Drop-in fee: $1 members / $2 non. Group finishes for the summer on June 16 but will resume again in September. Convenors: Ray & Marie Burkitt 519-

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846-0036. Could you help instruct this class? Let us know!

Wednesday Line Dancing fun and exercise on Wednesdays 3:00-4:30 pm to learn basic steps. Drop-in fee: $1 members / $2 non. Convenors: Anne & Ron Davidson 519848-6133.

DAYTIME COMPUTER CLASSES Beginner & Intermediate Computer Course Focusing on Email, Internet searches and basic word processing skills. Three students per class.

Five weeks (one hour class held Mon. afternoons and Wed. mornings). Beginners will be introduced to information required to effectively use their computers. Those with some keyboard experience will learn new skills to help better manage their work, including how to: work with Windows, make your computer “user friendly”, type letters, prepare tables/charts, columns and posters, avoid problems and what to do when mistakes happen. Instruction manual included. Instructor: Joan Coxhead. Two class times to choose from. (No class Aug. 1).

Mon 1:15-2:15 pm & Wed 9:30-10:30 am July 11–August 15 (10 classes) $85 member / $95 non -orMon 2:30-3:30 pm & Wed 10:45-11:45 am July 11-August 15 (10 classes) $85 member / $95 non Downloading Free Stuff Ever wonder how people get that great software, games or music for their computer for free? This course will show you where to go to get that free stuff as well as the process for downloading and proper file management. Participants should be comfortable with the mouse and have internet browsing experience. Instructor: Dushan Grunstein.

Fridays, 2:00-4:00 pm June 10-June 24 (3 classes) $54 member / $66 non Purchasing a New Computer Are you in the market for a new computer but not sure where to begin? Presenter Dushan Grunstein will take you through the steps of buying a computer, including determining your needs

and requirements, what to look out for, what the “extras” are and help you get started. Two dates to choose from. Pre-register.

Wed. June 15, 2:00-4:00 pm $18 member / $22 non Google Me Google Earth, Google maps, Google News, Google Video…

Google has evolved far beyond a search engine for the internet. It is a powerful source for information, tools and general fun. Learn all the ways you can “google”. Instructor: Dushan Grunstein.

Wednesdays, 2:00-4:00 pm June 22-July 6 (3 classes) $54 member / $66 non Troubleshoot Your Computer Learn how to avoid those annoying little messages that keep appearing on your computer screen with these preventative steps for your computer. Instructor: Dushan Grunstein.

Fri. July 8, 2:00-4:00 pm $18 member / $22 non Computer Photo Editing Now that you have taken all those digital photos, learn how to store and edit them. Learn to transfer pictures from your camera using the computer’s built-in function.

Learn how to edit your photos (touch up colour, crop, add special effects), print and incorporate them into letters and other documents including your e-mail program. Some computer experience needed. Instructor: Dushan Grunstein.

Wednesdays, 2:00-4:00 pm July 13-July 27 (3 classes) $54 member / $66 non Reserve Your Library Books Online Save time by searching and reserving your library book on-line.

This course will teach you how to search for specific books, reserve them with your library card (even if thtey are not in the Fergus library). Most books in other libraries can be reserved & checked out from the Fergus branch and returned there. Learn now how to reserve your books online so you don’t have to venture out in the middle of winter only to find the library doesn’t have the book you were hoping to take home. Prerequisite; valid library card with PIN (you will need to go to the li-

brary and ask for one). Classroom participation will include a demonstration and individual instruction to ensure you are familiar with the necessary steps. Step by Step handouts will be provided to you for future reference. Instructor: Frank Irvine, The Computer Tutor.

Thurs. July 14th, 1:00-3:00pm $18 member / $22 non or Tues. Aug. 2, 9:30-11:30am $18 member / $22 non Computer Security This class will focus on the ways you can protect your computer from viruses, spam and internet scams. Instructor: Dushan Grunstein.

Fri. July 15, 2:00-4:00 pm $18 member / $22 non Photographs & Your Computer After taking photos with your digital camera do you know how to get them from your camera onto your computer? Then from your computer to a printer such as Black’s or Zehrs photo centre?

This course will take you through the steps of: 1) Taking your photos (bring your camera with photos you have taken), 2) Transferring them onto your computer, 3) Making sure once transferred they no longer exist on your camera, 4) Finding them on your computer, 5) How to view them on your computer, 6) Deleting the photos from your computer you don’t wish to keep, 7) Using the internet to upload and printed online to pick up at your local Zehrs or retailer of your choice. In the class you will see how this is done with a demonstration. Time will be taken to show each participant how to work with their own camera and successfully perform the steps described above. Instructor: Frank Irvine, The Computer Tutor.

Tues. July 19, 9:30-11:30am $18 member / $22 non or Thurs. Aug. 4, 1:00-3:00pm $18 member / $22 non Bon Voyage Learn how to research, plan and book your next getaway online!

This course will navigate you through sites such as Red Tag, Expedia, iTravel 2000, Cruise Ship Centre and Trip advisor. This course will explore booking trips.

Instructor Frank Irvine, The Com-

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Build confidence, grace of movement and improve posture. Join us for the fun of it and meet women of all ages who practice it. Bring a yoga mat, water and towel. Dress comfortably. Veils provided. For adults aged 21 and up. Instructor: Lise Stewart. (No class on Mon. August 1). BONUS: For those registered in the Monday or Wednesday classes, you can attend the Saturday morning drop-in class 10:00-11:30 am for $2 per class!

(The Saturday morning class is not for beginners).

Saturdays, 10:00-11:30 am (Intermediate Level) $2 drop-in fee - ongoing

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puter Tutor.

Thurs. July 21, 1:00-3:00pm $18 member / $22 non or Tues. Aug. 23, 1:00-3:00pm $18 member / $22 non

Instructor: Janet Irvine. FREE! Pre-register. Two dates to choose from: Tues. Aug. 9, 9:30-11:30 am -orThurs. Aug. 11, 1:00-3:00 pm

Downloading Refresher This workshop is for those who have some experience in downloading or who want to know what can be downloaded from the Internet. We will go to some of the best “freebie” sites and discuss the steps of safe downloading. Instructor: Dushan Grunstein.

Fri. July 22, 2:00-4:00 pm $18 member / $22 non

EBay–Online Auction Site Do you have treasures just collecting dust? They may be worth cash if you know the secret to selling. Or maybe you are looking for something special or want to complete a collection? Learn how to do it all on EBay, the internet’s most popular auction site. Instructor: Dushan Grunstein.

Fri. Aug. 12, 2:00-4:00 pm $18 member / $22 non

Computer Printing This workshop will teach you about the world of computer printers. Whether you are looking to buy one or want to do more with the one you own, this course will help you understand the benefits of today’s printers. Instructor: Dushan Grunstein.

Fri. July 29, 2:00-4:00 pm $18 member / $22 non Where the Heck Are My Files?

This two week course will help you find files already on your computer and manage all of your files for future. It will allow you to manage doc and image files better, know where your files and photos are saved when they download from your camera, internet or saved from a program. This session would be suitable for both mac and pc users. Some computer experience in necessary.

Wednesdays, 2:00-4:00 pm Aug. 3 & 10 (2 classes) $36 member / $44 non

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Internet Refresher In this workshop reacquaint yourself with the Internet, learn simple and useful shortcuts and how to protect your computer from spam and viruses. Instructor: Dushan Grunstein Fri. Aug. 5, 2:00-4:00 pm $18 member / $22 non How to Register Online for Fall 2011 Programs Register from the comfort of your home and avoid the long line-ups on registration day by learning how to sign up for all our programs, special events and bus trips online. We will lead you through this step-by-step process.

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Word & Excel 2007 Microsoft Word is an excellent program to help you create better documents, letters, cards and so much more. You will also be introduced to the capabilities of Microsoft Excel, spreadsheet software, which allows you to create charts, graphs and formulas, prepare budgets and more. Some mouse and keyboard experience needed. Instructor: Dushan Grunstein.

Wednesdays, 2:00-4:00 pm Aug.17-Aug. 31 (3 classes) $54 member / $66 non Face Book Face Book is a very popular social networking website that allows you to join “networks” of groups and friends to chat with online.

Learn how to share pictures, stories and keep updated with family and friends. Instructor: Dushan Grunstein.

Fri. Aug. 26, 2:00-4:00 pm $18 member / $22 non New Computer Know How If you have recently purchased a computer but do not know where to start, this class will give you a general overview. Presenter: Dushan Grunstein. Pre-register.

Fri. Sept. 3, 2:00-4:00 pm $18 members / $22 non

EVENING & WEEKEND COMPUTER CLASSES Online Garage Sales - Using E-bay and Kijiji to Buy & Sell One persons’ garbage is another persons’ treasure. Are you downsizing and need to get rid of excess furniture and things? Don’t just give them away, sell them.

Discover treasures or sell your own using these two popular sites. Learn how to create your account, search available goods, put in bids or sell items and how to safely make purchases. (You will need an e-mail account to sign up for any of these services.) Instructor: Corie Kelly, MOUS (Microsoft Office User Specialist). Pre-register Wed. June 22, 6:00-9:00 pm $27 member / $33 non Internet & Webmail Using Internet explorer, saving web pages in favourites & links, searching the web for given tasks, saving images from the web and using them in other applications, setting up web email accounts and managing your mail are just a few of the topics covered in this fun and informative course. Instructor: Corie Kelly, MOUS (Microsoft Office User Specialist). Pre-register Thurs. June 23, 6:00-8:00 pm $18 member / $22 non E-readers and Tablets Looking to buy an e-reader or tablet or just want to know more about them? Then come to this class and learn what e-readers and tablets are, see some of the models that are available, and how to use the library to find eBooks for the e-reader. Instructor: Corie Kelly, MOUS (Microsoft Office User Specialist). Pre-register Sat. June 25, 9:00 am-12:00 pm $27 member / $33 non -orSat. Aug. 13, 9:00 am-12:00 pm $27 member / $33 non Is this a television, a radio or a COMPUTER? Electronic Media Do you feel chained to your television? Are you tired of sitting through commercials? Downloading and streaming video and music on your computer allows you the freedom to watch or listen to your favourite programs and discover new shows from other countries at your convenience.

This course will introduce you to streaming and downloading video and music. Instructor: Corie Kelly, MOUS (Microsoft Office User Specialist). Pre-register Sat. June 25, 1:00-3:00 pm $18 member / $22 non -orSat. Aug. 13, 1:00-3:00 pm $18 member / $22 non

Can you read this?

How about this?

– Computer Accessibility Settings Do you find it difficult to read small text used on your computer and in various programs such as Internet Explorer? Does your mouse cursor seem to disappear or is it difficult to control? This 2 hour class will show you how to customize your computer to make it easier to use. Instructor: Corie Kelly, MOUS (Microsoft Office User Specialist).

Pre-register Thurs. June 30, 6:00-8:00 pm $18 member / $22 non -orThurs. Aug. 11, 6:00-8:00 pm $18 member / $22 non Make your own Greeting Cards and Calendars Have you ever wanted to make your own personalized birthday cards that contain text, pictures, symbols and borders? The purpose of this two-session course is to help students to produce documents that contain artwork and use various fonts and styles. The emphasis is on simplicity of process with lots of hands-on practice in the class. Printing and various other sharing techniques will also be discussed. No previous typing skills are needed. Instructor: Corie Kelly, MOUS (Microsoft Office User Specialist). Pre-register Tuesdays, 6:00-8:00 pm July 5 & 12 (2 classes) $36 member / $44 non Social Networking Don’t be left out of the communications world. Attend this overview to social networking and learn all about making new contacts, sharing information, and connecting with friends using Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube.

(You will need an e-mail account to sign up for any of these services.) Instructor: Corie Kelly, MOUS (Microsoft Office User Specialist). Pre-register Sat. July 9, 9:00 am-12:00 pm $27 member / $33 non -orSat. Aug. 6, 9:00 am-12:00 pm $27 member / $33 non DVD/CD Burning Do you want to preserve the digital photographs you took on vacation instead of taking up precious space on your hard drive or keep a digital record of your house in-

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Sat. July 9, 1:00-3:00 pm $18 member / $22 non -orSat. Aug. 6, 1:00-3:00 pm $18 member / $22 non Picture Perfect – Managing your Holiday Digital Images Digital cameras and scanners are now found in most homes and offices and have great potential to enhance projects and services if used effectively. This course will share practical strategies and techniques for managing and using digital images acquired through digital photography or scanning. The course will show participants how to enhance and manage images using simple desktop applications, incorporate them into documents and projects, and place them online via applications such as Web E-mail and Facebook. Instructor: Corie Kelly, MOUS (Microsoft Office User Specialist). Pre-register Thursdays, 6:00-8:00 pm July 21 & 28 (2 classes) $36 member / $44 non

CREATIVE ARTS & MUSIC Magic Tricks Amaze the kids and grandkids (and sometimes yourself!) by taking this basic magic tricks class taught by award-winning magicomedian Peter Marucci. Each class will be devoted to a couple of tricks, including how to do it and the story lines that can be woven around the “magic”. In addition to being a fun way of entertaining, it is ideal for maintaining hand-eye coordination, hand flexibility and mental agility. Drop-in fee per class: $5 members / $7 non (donation to the Centre). 3 dates to choose from. Take one or all three! Thanks to volunteer instruc-

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tor Peter Marucci for leading these workshops.

Wed. June 22, 10am-12pm -orWed. July 27, 10am-12pm -orWed. Aug. 24, 10am-12pm Watercolour Painting for Everyone!

Join instructor Lorraine McDonald in this fun and relaxing class where we will work in various techniques of watercolour to create beautiful paintings. We will also try our hand at some pen and ink. Each class will begin with a demonstration. All levels welcome. Supply list available at registration. (No class July 14 or 28).

Thursdays, 1:30-3:30 pm June 23-August 11 (6 classes) $52 member /$57 non Bunka Artistry – Summer Drop-in Calling all bunka artists! Drop-in for this relaxed weekly creative and social group for the summer session! Work on your project at your own pace. Don’t know what bunka is? Feel free to drop-in to see what this fun handicraft is all about! Drop-in fee: $1 members / $3 non per visit.

Tuesdays, 9:30-11:30 am Begins: June 28 Drop-in Musical Afternoon We need musicians and singers for a weekly musical afternoon at the Centre! Join us if you love to sing or play an instrument. Looking for guitar, ukulele players and singers for an afternoon of classic country music. Come out for a musical afternoon of singing and fun! Contact the Seniors Centre for more information. No cost!

Begins: Mon. July 4 at 2:00 pm Rubber Stamping / Card Making Beginner to advanced stampers will enjoy this fun, hands-on cardmaking workshop. Create your own personalized greeting cards and learn other crafty ideas! Bring scissors, glue stick and a $6 supply fee to class. Instructor: Joanne McTavish. Pre-register.

Tuesday, August 16 9:30-11:30 am (1 class) $3 member / $5 non

CARDS & GAMES Learn to Play Bid Euchre Join in a fun session with volunteer instructor Andrea Corner to learn how to play this interesting card game. It’s easy and you’ll learn quickly! Pre-register. Dropin fee: $1 members / $3 non.

Tues. June 28 @ 10:00 am Learn to Play Chess Have you always wanted to learn to play this intriguing game? Join us for this fun session to learn the basics. Drop-in fee: $1 members / $3 non. Please pre-register. Many dates to choose from: Wed. July 6 @ 2:00 pm Wed. Aug. 3 @ 2:00 pm Wed. Sept. 7 @ 2:00 pm Learn to Play Pool Calling all women! Have you always wanted to learn to play pool? Join in this small, friendly, relaxed class at the Centre in the billiards room to learn the basics of the game. All equipment provided. Please pre-register. Drop-in fee: $1 members / $3 non. Many dates to choose from: Wed. July 6 @ 2:00 pm Wed. Aug. 3 @ 2:00 pm Wed. Sept. 7 @ 2:00 pm Canasta Join in this new weekly drop-in card group held Mondays at 9:30 am. This group meets all summer!

Don’t worry if you don’t know how to play – we will teach you!

Contact the Centre if you are interested. $1 drop-in fee for members or $2 non-members (but try if for free your first time!).

GENERAL INTEREST Coin Appraisal Clinic Have you wondered about the value of those coins you’ve been saving? Coin expert and volunteer, Donald Quant, will value and identify your coins and trade dollars.

He has been an avid collector all his life and has extensive knowledge to share. Book your appointment between 2:00-4:00 pm prior to the clinic by calling the Centre.

Tuesday, June 7 $1 member / $3 non Friday Movie with Ice Cream Sundaes!

Fridays at 1:00 pm we show great movies on a large-screen

TV. Cost is only $2 for members or $3 non-members to cover cost of refreshments which includes a “build-your own” ice cream sundae after the show. Thanks to Cherry Hill Video for sponsoring this program! Pick up the detailed movie sheet from the Centre, listing our summer line-up of great films! No need to pre-register – just drop-in!

June 10 Charlie St. Cloud June 17 Dean Spanley June 24 The Last Brickmaker in America (Cancelled July 1) July 8 A Shine of Rainbows July 15 The Oxford Murders July 22 The King’s Speech July 29 White Lion August 5 Mrs. Henderson Presents August 12 Like Dandelion Dust (Cancelled August 19) August 26 Crazy on the Outside September 2 Temple Grandin Travel Insurance 101: What you need to know Have you ever heard someone say: I wish I would have known that about my travel insurance before I went on vacation…Or maybe you have bought insurance without really knowing what you are covered for? Attend this informative session that help you to become better informed so you are prepared to ask the right questions when you purchase insurance. Topics covered: Why purchase travel insurance? How do I prepare to get travel insurance? Understanding the stability clause! Travel insurance options (Emergency Medical Insurance, Trip Cancellation & Interruption, All Inclusive Insurance, Expatriate Insurance, Visitors to Canada). What affects the cost of travel insurance? Where can travel insurance be purchased? When should travel insurance be purchased? What is covered by most travel insurance policies and what isn’t covered? How to make a claim! Presented by: Stacey Aarssen, Achieve Financial Services.

Mon. June 20 @ 10:15 am $1 member / $3 non Wii Bowling New weekly drop-in group! Find out what all the fuss is about with Nintendo Wii and why it’s the latest craze with seniors. The system lets people play virtual versions of games such as bowling, tennis and golf by mimicking real-life movements with a wand-like wire-

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ventory to store in a safety deposit box? This course demonstrates how to make a CD/DVD; how to erase a CD/DVD; how to copy your pictures and verify they are copied and how to back-up your files to a CD/DVD. It also introduces Windows Media Player 11; helps you make your own music library and then shows you how to copy this music to a CD/DVD. Make sure your “one of a kind” picture is saved from computer failure: burn it on a CD/DVD. Instructor: Corie Kelly, MOUS (Microsoft Office User Specialist). Pre-register

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less controller. Wii has been hailed for being a game system that involves some physical activity and improves strength, balance and coordination – and it’s fun! It’s easy to use and requires no previous “gaming” experience. Find out why this popular video-game system isn’t just for kids! NOTE: Can be played seated in a chair for those who prefer not to stand.

Beginners are welcome and can start anytime! Drop-in! $1 members / $2 non.

Wednesdays, 9:00-10:30 am (Begins: Wed. July 6) Tuesdays, 1:00-3:00 pm (Begins: Tues. July 5) Pickleball NEW! Pickle ball is a combination of tennis, ping pong and badminton played on a badminton court with a three foot high net, lightweight paddles and a plastic perforated ball. The game, similar to oversized ping-pong, is mainly shot placement and game strategy, not brute power or strength.

We will teach you how to play!

Will be held at the Sportsplex 550 Belsyde Ave., Fergus. Contact the Seniors Centre 519-787-1814 if you are interested! Begins: Sept.

2011.

Genealogy: Get Your Family Under Control!

Is your family a mess, in a shoe box, on scraps of paper? Get them under control and in their place!

Come with all the bits and pieces and learn how to organize it all into a book that is readable and you can share with others. Supplies needed: a 3-ring binder, subject dividers, pen, pencil, ruler & highlighter. Instructor: Margaret McCarney.

Mondays, 9:30–11:30 am June 27-August 22 (8 classes) $56 member / $64 non

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If You Can’t Predict, You Should Prepare Whether the market is gliding along smoothly or starts to get a little rocky, a consistent investment approach is best. To learn how this philosophy might benefit you, join in this seminar. Learn strategies for staying focused when the market becomes volatile. Learn how to make informed financial decisions. Presented by James Rankin, Financial Advisor with Edward Jones.

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Mon. June 27 @ 10:15 am $1 member / $3 non Lunch & Tour of Heritage River Retirement Residence If you’ve never toured Heritage River Retirement Residence in Elora, now’s your chance! Many dates to choose from (see below).

Includes a delicious lunch at Heritage River and the tour – all at no cost to you! Enjoy a complimentary lunch at 12:00 pm and then enjoy a guided tour of the facility after lunch. Please pre-register at the Seniors Centre. Held the last Thursday each month.

June 30, July 28 &/or Aug. 25 Hydro Information Session Join us for a very informative hydro session presented by Doug Sherwood, President of Centre Wellington Hydro. The main focus of this talk will be to give an overview and real life examples on “time of use” (TOU ) rates and how they impact you. In addition, he will be talking about conservation programs and what you can do to reduce your hydro consumption. If you would like your bill analyzed, to look at your historical consumption and comparison between what you are paying now and what you would have paid on TOU, please let us know ahead of time. They simply require an email or letter giving authorization to use your data to put it together on a graph to show exactly how these changes affect you. It could either be shared with the group during the presentation or meet with them one-on-one after the presentation. Bring your questions! There will be several door prize draws at the end of the presentation.

Mon. July 4 @ 10:15 am $1 member / $3 non Book Club Love to read? Share your interest with others in this drop-in group at the Centre which meets the first Friday of the month at 11:00 am.

The list of books to be discussed can be found at the Reception Desk of the Seniors Centre. July 8 - “Complicated Kindness”, Aug 5 - “Thirteenth Tale”, Sept. 2 - “The Birth House”. For more information contact the Centre 519-7871814 or group leader: Louise Fletcher 519-843-7798 Drop-in! $1 member / $2 non.

July 8 & August 5 & Sept. 2

55 Alive – Mature Driver Improvement Course A driver refresher classroom course by the Canada Safety Council to help mature drivers improve driving skills. Learn about current rules of the road, how to operate your vehicle safely in today’s driving environment and some adjustments to common agerelated changes in vision, hearing, and reaction time. Gain more confidence behind the wheel. Instructor: Susan Fow (Certified Professional Driving Instructor). Cost includes a workbook and a Driver Improvement Certificate issued by Canadian Safety Council. Please pre-register one week in advance.

Bring a bag lunch.

Fri. August 12, 9:00 am-2:30 pm $45 member / $54 non “All this heap of chaff and rubbish”: Victorian Hotel Visitors’ Books In this talk, speaker Professor Kevin James uses examples from a number of Irish hotel visitors’ books, including derogatory commentary on the hotel, disputes between the hotelier and guests, and florid poetry, to illustrate the role these entries played in the culture of the Victorian hotel, and their links to wider social, economic and legal themes in the nineteenth-century United Kingdom.

Guest presenter Dr. Kevin James is from the University of Guelph’s Scottish Studies History Dept. (You may know Professor James from the History Channel’s genealogy program “Ancestors in the Attic”).

Don’t miss it! Pre-register.

Mon. August 8 @ 10:15 am $1 member / $3 non

HEALTH & WELLNESS Friday Film Series: Family Guide to Alzheimer’s Disease Please join us for an excellent series of films from Leeza Gibbon’s: “The Family Guide to Alzheimer’s Disease. (You may remember Leeza Gibbons as a host from Entertainment Tonight show. Her mother was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s which inspired Leeza to do the series to help others).

Presented by Robin Smart, Education Coordinator with the GuelphWellington Alzheimer Society. You are welcome to attend just one session, or both! No charge but registration is suggested.

Friday, June 10 @ 10:00 am “Behaviour Issues” Friday, June 17 @ 10:00 am “Family Caregiving” Chair Massage Reduce tension, stress, headaches, stiff necks, backaches and increase circulation. Join specialized certified practitioner, Christine Brown, for a relaxing 10-minute chair massage. (No removing of clothes and no oils used). To book your appointment, call the Reception Desk at the Centre 519-7871814. Held the 2nd Wednesday of the month.

June 8, July 13, Aug. 10 Appts. available 9:00 am-12:00 pm Cost: $10 Reflexology Deeply relaxing, reflexology works the reflex points in your feet that relate to different organs and areas of your body. Circulation is improved to facilitate balance within the body. You will leave feeling relaxed and yet having a renewed energy. Certified Reflexologist, Karen Murtagh, provides the reflexology appointments $20. To book your ½ hour appt., call the Centre 519-787-1814. For the month of June, appointments are Mondays 12:30-3:30 pm. For July & August, appointments are Thursdays 12:30-3:30 pm.

Mon. June 6, 13 & 27 Thurs. July 14 & 28 Thurs. August 11 Hearing Screening Assessments Come out and get your hearing screened by Mary Young, Hearing Care Counsellor with the Canadian Hearing Society. Book your ½ hour appointment prior to the clinic by calling the Reception Desk at Victoria Park Seniors Centre 519-787-1814. This is geared to individuals wondering if their hearing has changed and to help identify the possibility of hearing loss. If you wear hearing aids and have questions, please call Mary Young at the Canadian Hearing Society 519-821-4242 to set up a separate appointment. No charge.

Tuesday, June 21 Appts. available: 1:00-4:00pm

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Colour Your Plate New Ways with Veggies Are you getting your 7 servings of fruits & vegetables a day? Most of us are not! This nutrition session will focus on vegetables (and some fruits as well), incorporating some new ways to prepare them, keeping in mind the costs and health benefits. Session presented

by Carol Jones, Community Food Advisor with the Public Health Unit. Join us for an informative morning including samples to try Thurs. June 23 at 9:30am $1 members / $3 non

well as any available funding options you maybe entitled to. A qualified service technician will be on site to evaluate your walker/ wheelchair for safety. Parts and service under $40 required on this day will be complimentary. No charge. Drop-in!

Wednesday, August 17 10:00 am-12:00 pm

non-members. Stay for a social afternoon of euchre, bridge, crafts or chess, also woodcarving or billiards (drop-in fee applies). Full menus are listed in the Centre’s monthly calendar. Call ahead to reserve a spot, as sometimes lunch is sold-out.

Wed. June 8 - Meat Loaf Wed. July 6 – Salmon Loaf

Brain Gym Improve your brain fitness! Challenge yourself in this fun and interactive session to help you on your way to improving your memory, concentration, balance and coordination. This unique program is based on current scientific research on how the brain functions.

Research studies show keeping your brain active and alert slows down or reverses some of the symptoms of aging, such as lack of concentration, poor recall, limited thinking patterns, and inability to learn new material. Presented by Heritage River Retirement Residence.

Tues. August 9 @ 1:30 pm $1 member / $3 non

Poker Walk To celebrate “June is Seniors Month”, join us for a fun morning to promote fun, physical activity!

At designated stops, you will receive a playing card. At the end of the walk we will see who has the best poker hand. No poker playing experience needed! (Walking a total of 2 kms). Prizes to be won!

No charge but please pre-register.

(Walking poles available for use).

Monday, June 13 @ 10:30 am

SPECIAL EVENTS

Do I Really Need a Hearing Aid? Join us for this workshop on how to deal positively with the change in your hearing. Topics covered: hearing assessment, what is an audiogram, types of hearing aids, cost and adapting to aids. Also to be discussed, “maybe I don’t really need a hearing aid” and effective communication strategies.

Lots of time for questions and discussions. Geared for those who may have hearing aids or thinking about purchasing their first set.

(Note: This is an information session only – no selling of hearing aids). Presented by Mary Young, Hearing Care Counsellor with the Canadian Hearing Society.

Thurs. June 30, 12:30-4:00 pm $5 donation to CHS

Celebrating Seniors’ Month!

Let us celebrate YOU! Did you know that June is Seniors’ month?

It is an opportunity for all Ontarians to recognize and value the contributions made by seniors every day in communities across the province. Seniors’ Month is an annual celebratory tradition in which the contributions of seniors are acknowledged and honoured throughout the province. Enjoy a memorable afternoon of singing and entertainment led by the Centre’s talented choir, “The Victoria Park Music Ensemble”. Join us for a special celebration cake and lots of other treats! All are welcome to join us! No charge.

Monday, June 6 @ 2:15 pm No charge!

Mobility & Daily Living Aids for Seniors Michelle Kennedy, Mobility Consultant with Motion Specialities will be on hand to answer any questions or concerns you may have in regards to any mobility aids, daily living aids or other products such as oxygen and CPAP currently on the market as

Wednesday Homemade Lunches Join us for a delicious monthly homemade fundraising lunch organized and prepared by the Centre’s Program Committee. Includes a main course (with vegetable, roll, salad/juice), dessert, tea/coffee. Lunch begins at 12:00 Noon. Cost is $8 for members / $9

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Summer BBQ Lunches Join us for a BBQ at the Centre!

We will be serving up barbecued hamburgers (with garnish), homemade salads, homemade dessert with ice cream, coffee & tea (all in air-conditioned comfort!). Lunch begins at 12:00 Noon. Cost is $8 for members / $9 non-members.

Stay for a social afternoon of euchre, bridge, crafts or chess (no charge for these activities if you come for lunch), also woodcarving or billiards (drop-in fee applies). Full menus are listed in the Centre’s monthly calendar. Call ahead to reserve a spot, as sometimes lunch is sold-out. Thanks to the Centre’s Program Committee volunteers for organizing these fundraising BBQs. Wed. June 22, Wed. July 20 Wed. August 10 Strawberry Social Come celebrate the Ontario strawberry season. Join us for a fun afternoon of toe-tapping music with the band: “Grand Connection” for a bit of bluegrass, country and gospel style music. Enjoy the sounds of violins, guitar and autoharp among other instruments!

And of course, enjoy fresh Ontario strawberries, shortcake and ice cream after the show. Don’t miss this annual event! Thanks to the Centre’s Program Committee for organizing the event. Pre-register.

Please note early bird deadline!

Tues. June 28 @ 2:00 pm $6 (by Jun 22) OR $7 (after Jun 22)

Dessert & Euchre/ Bid Euchre Party!

Join us at the Centre for a fun afternoon and enjoy delicious homemade dessert & ice cream! Both bid euchre & euchre will be played (your choice) with cash prizes to be won. Dessert served at 1:00 pm and euchre/bid euchre starts right afterward. Bring a friend! Thanks to the Centre’s Program Committee for organizing this fundraiser Friday, July 15 @ 1:00 pm $5 members / $6 non Peach Social Join us for our 8th Annual fun and very popular special event fundraiser at the Centre. Have a peach of a day! Stay for lunch and enjoy homemade peach pie or peach shortcake for dessert! Browse through the craft tables, buy a ticket for our many in-house raffle draws or maybe take home some homemade baking! Of course, there will be large-sized fresh Niagara peaches and homemade peach pies for sale. Thanks to the Centre’s Program Committee for organizing this annual fundraiser for the Centre! (Let us know if you can help us with this event as volunteers are needed). Don’t miss it!

Saturday, August 20 11:00 am to 2:00 pm Free admission Open House & New Members Welcome!

Get a taste of the life of a senior!

Bring a friend and discover new activities and opportunities to make the most of your retirement years. This is our opportunity to welcome current members, new members and future members!

Anyone who wants to learn about what the Centre has to offer is invited. See displays of our activities, meet activity convenors, advisory board members, program convenors, staff and other new members. Enjoy refreshments and tours of the facility and learn about the many opportunities and programs available to you. A great opportunity to find out what the Centre is all about. No charge!

Fri. Sept. 9 @ 10:00 am

adult/senior

Walk & Talk Wellness Session Join us for a fun session that will have you moving and learning at the same time! Learn how you can get a great walking workout. We will walk around the track in Victoria Park and discuss hydration, sun protection, proper footwear, falls prevention, the benefits of walking with poles, healthy snacks and much more. Bring water and come dressed for the weather!

Presented by the Upper Grand Family Health Team. No charge.

Tuesday, June 21 3:00-4:00 pm

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Belly Dance

For Adults Aged 21 & UP. Belly Dance is a gentle aerobic exercise that strengthens and tones the entire body, promoting flexibility and boosts self-esteem.

This mysterious and ultra-feminine dance style has been passed down from mother to daughter for 100’s of years.

It’s a great make-over for body and mind.

Classes are held at Victoria Park Centre, 150 Albert St. W. Fergus.

Call 519-787-1814

to reserve a spot for day or evening class starting the week of June 20th.

Daytime: Monday 9-10:30am Evening: Monday 7-8:30pm Wednesday 7-8:30 pm Cost $45 for 6 weeks BONUS: $2 Drop-In Sat. 10:00-11:30am

WANTED: YOUR PROGRAM IDEAS • Do you have an idea for a new drop-in activity?

• We are also looking to start-up Drop-in Activities on Saturday mornings.

• Are you interested in taking a course, seminar or workshop you don’t see offered?

• Do you have a skill you would like to teach others?

• Is there a movie you would like to see?

Please share your ideas with Kathryn Morgan 519-787-1814.

NEW PROGRAMS • From time to time we add new programs that are not included in the program guide. Please refer to our monthly calendar to view any new programs offered at the Centre.

MOVED? • Have you moved or changed any of your contact phone numbers or email? Please advice the Centre if you have moved, changed your phone number or your emergency contact number since becoming a member.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: • Line Dancing Volunteer Could you help teach line dancing? We need a volunteer to help out with the Thursday morning class. Contact the Centre 519-787-1814 or Marie Burkitt 519-846-0036.

• Program Committee Volunteers are needed to help on the Centre’s Program Committee, which plans and organizes special events and fundraisers for the Centre. This Committee meets once a month on the first Monday at 10:15 am. For more information contact the Centre.

Sharon O’Shea

Sales Representative Accredited Senior Agent

• Special Events Volunteers are needed to help with food preparation, set up and organization for special events. Please contact Kathryn Morgan 519-787-1814.

ERRORS: While precautions are taken to ensure correct information, sometimes mistakes are made. If an error occurs in this publication, the computer registration system will be taken as the correct information.

Monica Hendel

Sales Representative Accredited Senior Agent

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135 St. David Street South, Unit #6 Fergus,Ontario N1M 2L4 www.edgerealtysolutions.com tel: 519-843-SOLD (7653) fax: 519-843-7652 toll free: 1-888-928-EDGE (3343) email: soshea@edgerealtysolutions.com email: mhendel@edgerealtysolutions.com

PROGRAM CANCELLATIONS: All classes are subject to cancellation if there are insufficient registrations. If your class is cancelled due to insufficient enrollment, you receive a full refund, or if you prefer, transfer to another class.

REFUNDS: Did you know that if you pay with your credit card or debit card we can refund your card immediately should your course be cancelled? Consider using your credit card or debit card to register for a course or bus trip – no more waiting for a cheque in the mail!

www.centrewellington.ca

NEW

Tennis Anyone?

We are offering tennis, with professional instruction

Week 1: Week 2: Week 3: Week 4:* Week 5: Week 6: Week 7:

July 4 - 8 July 11 - 15 July 18 - 22 Aug. 2 - 5 Aug. 8 - 12 Aug. 15 - 19 Aug. 22 - 26

Hours: 9:00am - 4:00pm 5 day camp $130.00 *4 day camp $104 This series of one-week camps is designed and placed around various themes each week for ages 5-10 years.

Activities include plenty of outdoor fun, active games, arts & crafts, tennis and swimming!

Our ratio is 1:8.

All staff have First Aid, CPR and have attended leadership training camp offered at the C.W. Community Sportsplex.

For more information call (519) 843-2800 or visit our website at: www.centrewellington.ca www.centrewellington.ca

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