2016 Leisure Calendar Web Version
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2016 Leisure Calendar Web Version
2016 LEISURE CALENDAR www.wellington-north.com (519) 848-3620, 1-866-848-3620 Your guide to recreation in Wellington North. MOUNT FOREST & DISTRICT SOCCER CLUB ARTHUR ARTHURSOCCER SOCCERCLUB CLUB Arthur Recreational Soccer Club will be hosting a 9 week season, Wednesday nights, May 11th to July 6th, 2016. An excellent, competitive house league program for children, youth and adults! 2016 House League Registration Dates: Sat., Feb. 27th: 9am-1pm, Tues. Mar. 1st: 6pm-8pm, Thurs., Mar. 3rd: 6pm-8pm At the Mount Forest & District Sports Complex Wed., Mar. 2nd: 6pm-8pm, Mon., Mar. 7th: 6-8pm At the Egremont Optimist Centre REGISTRATION: Arthur & Area Community Centre Sat., Mar. 5th: 9am - 1pm Early Bird rate of only $40 per child applies until April 11th. Any registrations taken after April 11th will be $50/child. Online Registrations at: www.arthursoccer.com U4 (2012) - $45 U6 (2010/2011) - $45 U8 (2008/2009) - $65 U10 (2006/2007) - $75 Adult House League - $100 The Club prefers cheque as method of payment. A post dated cheque for $50 will be required as deposit for uniforms at registration. For more information call: Rob Henderson 519-848-3922 or Email: arthursoccerleague@gmail.com ARTHUR BALL ARTHUR MINOR SOCCER CLUB Level Blast Ball Birth Year Age 2012, 2011, 2010 4, 5, 6 Rate Level $60.00 Pee Wee Mix ed Mites 2009, 2008 7, 8 $130.00 Bantam Atom 2007, 2006 9, 10 $130.00 Midget Squirt 2005, 2004 11, 12 $135.00 Birth Year Age Rate 2003, 2002 13, 14 $140.00 2001, 2000 15, 16 $145.00 1999, 1998, 1997 17, 18, 19 $150.00 Blastball - Starts Thursday, May 26th going for 10 weeks. Uniform pick-up: May 4th, 6pm - 9pm. Registration at Arthur Community Centre: Sat., Mar. 5th: 9am – 1pm, Thurs., Apr. 7th: 7pm-9pm After the final registration date a $50.00 increase per player will be added. Increased fee does not apply to Blast Ball or new registrations. After the deadline, registrations will be accepted at the discretion of the AMSA Executive. * New players; Bring a photocopy of your birth certificate. * If you would like to join our executive please contact: Ruth Risidore at: checkley03@gmail.com * For questions about registration, please contact: Mary Jo Richardson at: mj.11@live.com #GET IN TOUCH FOR HUTCH We invite you to join in on some or all of the events listed below. Alone we can do so little. Together we can do so much. MAY 2 - 8- MENTAL HEALTH WEEK MAY 7- Elora Mohawks Mental Health Awareness Game @ the Arthur & Area Community Centre JULY 2 - 4th ANNUAL #GETINTOUCHFORHUTCH WALK/RUN 9:30am @ Arthur & Area Community Centre SEPTEMBER 10 - WORLD SUICIDE PREVENTION DAY www.getintouchforhutch.com CONTACTS: www.mtforestdistrictsoccer.ca U4 - U18 HOUSE LEAGUE: Corinne Sales - 509-3625 Maria Wildeman - 519-323-1347 ADULT: Corinne Sales - 519-509-3625 MOUNT FOREST MINOR BALL Registration Dates at Mount Forest Sports Complex Sat. Feb. 27, Mar. 5 & Mar. 12: 9am –1pm., Mon. Feb. 29: 7pm – 9pm LEVEL Ages 4, 5, 6 (2010, 11, 12) Minor Rookie - $115 Ages 6 & 7 (2009, 2010) Mite - $115 Atom - $115 Ages 9 & 10 (2006, 2007) Squirt - $120 (2006, 2007) Squirt - $120 (2005, 2006) Bantam - $130 Midget - $160 Girls Softball from Hardball Major Rookie - $115 Ages 10 & 11 PeeWee - $125 Boys Softball *Age ranges differ Ages 8 & 9 (2007, 2008) * Tier 1 and 2 options Mosquito - $120 For more information on Slow-Pitch Call Ryan South 519-321-9078 or Jeff & Heather Wollis jwollis@wightman.ca The Arthur intermediate Club offers people over the age of 18 an opportunity to continue to play ball. New players, fans and sponsors are welcome. The season runs from late May to the end of September. Men's Intermediate Team – Roger Deming 519-993-7388 Baseball (Hardball) Boys and Girls Developm ent - $40 MOUNT FOREST SLOW PITCH INTERMEDIATE FASTBALL ARTHUR SOCCER CLUB U12 (2004/2005) - $80 U14 (2002/2003) - $90 U16 (2000/2001) - $95 U18 (1998/1999) - $100 Adult District Teams - $195 Ages 12 & 13 (2003, 2004) Ages 14 & 15 (2001, 2002) Ages 16 tp 18 (1998, 99, 00) Ages 9 & 10 Ages 11 & 12 (2004, 2005) Ages 11 & 12 Ages 13 & 14 (2002, 2003) Ages 13 & 14 (2002, 2003) Ages 15 & 16 (2000, 2001) Ages 15 & 16 (2000, 2001) Ages 17 & 18 Ages 17 & 18 (1998, 1999) (1998, 1999) (2004, 2005) For more info Call: Ryan South 321-9078 or Scott Corrigan 323-9987 February 2016 S M T 1 2 7 8 9 14 15 16 21 22 23 28 29 W 3 10 17 24 T 4 11 18 25 F 5 12 19 26 March 2016 S 6 13 20 27 Township of Wellington North, (519) 848-3620, www.wellington-north.com MONDAY SUNDAY ARTHUR & MOUNT FOREST MOUNT FOREST ARTHUR NOTES April 2016 WEDNESDAY TUESDAY THURSDAY S M T W T 3 10 17 24 4 11 18 25 5 12 19 26 6 13 20 27 7 14 21 28 FRIDAY F 1 8 15 22 29 S 2 9 16 23 30 SATURDAY BINGO @ 6:45PM SAT. FEB 27 - 1 BLOOD DONOR CLINIC 3 - 8PM SWIM, BALL & SOCCER REGISTRATION 9AM-1PM 10am - 11am 11am - 12pm 12pm - 1:30pm 1 3 TOT'S & SENIORS 4 TOT'S SENIORS SENIORS 6 7 TOT'S & SENIORS 11am - 12pm 10 TOT'S & SENIORS SENIORS MF PUBLIC SKATE 11 TOT'S SENIORS SENIORS BALL, SOCCER & SWIM REG'N 9AM-1PM DUCKS UNLIMITED FUNDRAISER ARTHUR PUBLIC SKATE 9 8 TOT'S TOT'S & SENIORS SOCCER REG'N 6 - 8PM SOCCER REG'N 6- 8PM 4:30pm - 6pm 10am - 11am 5 MINOR BALL REG'N 9 - 1PM 12 MINOR BALL REG'N 9-1PM TOT'S & SENIORS 12pm - 1:30pm MF PUBLIC SKATE 4:30pm - 6pm ARTHUR PUBLIC SKATE 13 10am - 11am 14 15 TOT'S & SENIORS 11am - 12pm 12pm - 1:30pm 16 TOT'S TOT'S & SENIORS SENIORS MARCH BREAK SKATE 17 MARCH BREAK SKATE 18 TOT'S SENIORS SENIORS MARCH BREAK SKATE 19 TOT'S & SENIORS MARCH BREAK SKATE NOVICE TOP HAT TOURN. MAR. 19 - 20 MARCH BREAK SKATE 4:30pm - 6pm 20 10am - 11am 21 TOT'S & SENIORS 11am - 12pm 23 22 SHOWCASE WELLINGTON NORTH 1-8PM TOT'S SENIORS TOT'S & SENIORS 24 25 GOOD FRIDAY 26 TOT'S SENIORS SENIORS 12pm - 1:30pm 4:30pm - 6pm 27 EASTER SUNDAY 28 29 10am - 11am TOT'S 11am - 12pm SENIORS 12pm - 1:30pm 30 31 TOT'S SENIORS SENIORS RECREATION FUN FACTS: MLB National League (1876) predates the Football League of England (1888) and is the oldest professional sports league that is still in existence 4:30pm - 6pm PLEASE NOTE: HOCKEY TOURNAMENTS MAY TAKE OVER WEEKEND PUBLIC SKATE EVENTS. PLEASE CHECK OUR WEBSITE AT: www.wellington-north.com FOR UP TO DATE INFORMATION & COMMUNITY SPONSORED SKATE DATES. ARTHUR AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY MOUNT FOREST AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY 160th Fall Fair Sept. 8th to 11th, 2016, the weekend after Labour Day. Throughout the existence of our Society, we have worked very diligently to enrich the conditions of the surrounding area by researching the needs of the agricultural community and then developing the programs to meet those needs; by promoting the conservation of natural resources; by encouraging the beautification of the agricultural community; by supporting and providing facilities to encourage activities to enrich rural life; and by holding an annual agricultural fair every Labour Day weekend at which various competitions, educational displays and entertaining venues are provided for every member of the family. This year's theme is “Sew it, Grow it, Show it”. Thursday, Sept. 8th: 5 - 7:30 pm: Annual Kick-off Beef Supper with the current Ambassador, Ambassador Contestants & Sponsors decorating their cakes. 6pm-8pm – “Arthur's Motors & Machines” Friday, Sept. 9th at 7pm: Parade followed by Opening Ceremonies, Entertainment along with the Ambassador Contestants Speeches & Cake Auction. Grounds Open for viewing. Vendors and Exhibits open. Saturday, Sept. 10th: Inflatables for all Ages, Nascar Bob Race Cars, 4H Shows in Dairy, Beef & Sheep, Welsh and Sport Pony show, Baby show, Kids Entertainment & Activities, Chili Cook Off, Exhibits, and Vendors Sunday, Sept. 11th: Arthur Lions Club Brunch, Inflatables for All Ages, Nascar Bob Race Cars, Western Horse Show, Kids Entertainment & Activities, Quilt Block Raffle Draw & Crowning of the 2016 – 2017 Ambassador. Check out our website: www.arthurfallfair.ca or “Like Us” on Facebook and you will keep up to date with all the planning and events we have in store for this year's fair! President: Bruce McIntosh (519) 848 2147 Secretary: Jenny Bodz (519) 362 0597 Past President: Joanne Parish (519) 848 5420 FREE - LOW IMPACT AEROBICS ARTHUR HORSESHOE CLUB AT LEGION 2013 Arthur Aces Peanut Lacrosse Team ARTHUR MINOR LACROSSE ARTHUR SOCCER CLUB Division Year Born Paperweight 2010 - 2011 Total Reg'n Fee $75 Division Tyke Year Born 2008 & 2009 Total Reg'n Fee $280 (free stick for NEW play ers, in abov e programs, w hile supplies last) Novice 2006 & 2007 Bantam 2002 & 2003 $280 $290 Intermediate 1995 - 1999 $300 Pee Wee 2004 & 2005 Midget 2000 and 2001 New! Senior Women 1994 & prior years or anyone 18 + from this area, or areas that don't have Intermediate Girls' $290 $300 Everyone is cordially invited to attend any of our Board Meetings. They are held the second Thursday of every month at 8:00 pm. It's a great way to meet friends and participate in a positive way in our community. We are always looking for volunteers to keep our Fall Fair alive. It's a great way for students to earn their volunteer hours. Upcoming Events: Home, Craft, Health & Leisure Show, April 23 & 24 @ Mount Forest Sports Complex Fall Fair, September 3, 4 & 5 @ Fairgrounds Christmas Craft Sale - Sat. Nov. 12 @ Sports Complex $300 Tuesdays: 11am - 12pm (older seniors) & 1:30pm - 2:30pm & Fridays 10:30 - 11:30am Runs 1st Tuesday after Labour Day to End of June A SEPARATE $100 cheque, for sweater deposit, is req’d at registration. Call Mary, The Canadian Centre for Activity & Aging, Certified Instructor: 323-1325 ALL NEW PLAYERS must provide a photocopy of their birth certificate in order to be registered. (Don’t bring original only.) Running shoes & comfortable clothes required. Our Society would like to offer you the opportunity to become involved with this outstanding celebration of rural and urban life, so please plan to attend and support our many functions. After scheduled registrations, all prices will increase by $50. Contact: Tanya McDougall at 519-993-3855 or Brent McDougall at 848-2859. President: John D. McPhee, Secretary: Shirley Droog mountforestagriculturalsociety@hotmail.com March 2016 S M T 1 6 7 8 13 14 15 20 21 22 27 28 29 W 2 9 16 23 30 T 3 10 17 24 31 NOTES F 4 11 18 25 S 5 12 19 26 April 2016 May 2016 Township of Wellington North, (519) 848-3620, www.wellington-north.com SUNDAY ARTHUR & MOUNT FOREST MOUNT FOREST ARTHUR MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY S 1 8 15 22 29 M 2 9 16 23 30 T 3 10 17 24 31 FRIDAY W 4 11 18 25 T 5 12 19 26 F 6 13 20 27 S 7 14 21 28 SATURDAY BINGO @ 6:45PM 1 2 RECREATON FUN FACTS: MUNICIPAL HOCKEY TOURN. The game of ringette was invented in Canada by Sam Jacks, who at the time was the director of parks and recreation in North Bay, Ontario. The game, developed as an on-ice skating game for females, was first played in Espanola in northern Ontario in the winter of 1963—64. 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 13 14 15 16 BLOOD DONOR CLINIC 3 - 8PM 10 HOLSTEIN MAPLEFEST 17 11 12 HOLSTEIN MAPLEFEST SHANIA TWIN & GARTH BROOKS TRIBUTE SHOW 8PM @ ARENA TICKETS CALL DIETER ROHRBACK 509-2803 18 19 20 21 22 23 HOME, CRAFT, HEALTH & LEISURE SHOW 24 HOME, CRAFT, HEALTH & LEISURE SHOW SAUGEEN FUR & FEATHER SHOW 7AM 12PM @ FAIRGROUDS 25 26 27 28 29 30 MF MINOR HOCKEY REG'N 4PM-8PM "JUST FOR WOMEN, JUST FOR FUN" @ WELL. HEIGHTS MOUNT FOREST MUSEUM & ARCHIVES ARTHUR ARTHUR & AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY SOCCER CLUB Members meet monthly on the 4th Tuesday of the month at 7:30pm in the Historical Exhibit Rooms at 146 George Street. Anyone interested in the history of the area will be made welcome. Location: The Old Post Office, 102 Main St., 323-4755, archive@mfheritage.ca Open: Wednesdays 1pm to 5pm (or call ahead for appointment Contact John Walsh at 848-3015. Come visit our newly renovated exhibition space. Located in the architectural landmark on Main Street, the Mount Forest Museum & Archives is currently showing a large display of local sports heritage with uniforms, photographs and unique stories. Our volunteers also provide support for all genealogical or historic inquiries. Visitors to the Archives can find cemetery records, family histories, census and business listings from 1871, and many other helpful research documents. The Historical Exhibit rooms are open Wednesday's from 1pm-3pm, as well as any other time that the “Visitors Welcome” banner is hanging in front of the building. WELLINGTON TRANSPORTATION SERVICES Assisting in Access to Transportation For further information on eligibility & assessment criteria please call 519-843-7003 or 1-866-694-9562. Our friendly staff will provide you with a referral to the most appropriate Transportation Service in your community based on eligibility & needs. If you would like to become a volunteer (driver) and support this program please call us at 519-843-7003 or 1-866-6949562 for a Volunteer Application Package. WELLINGTON CLUBS ARTHURCOUNTY SOCCER4-H CLUB Wellington County 4-H Clubs are open to anyone age 9 – 21. With the motto “learn to do by doing” the 4-H Club helps young people to improve their personal skills, especially working with others. With a wide array of projects including beef, dairy, goat, sheep, rabbits, landscaping, conservation as well as homemaking clubs like sewing and cooking. Beginning in April, members are active in numerous clubs that conclude with the clubs at local Fairs. For more information check the website at: www.4-hontario.ca/4h-in-my-area/wellington.aspx or call Wellington County 4-H at 1-800-569-0809 or speak to someone you know who is a 4-H member or leader. ARTHUR SU SPORTZ CAMP Heritage Society meetings are held the 2nd Thursday of every month, at 2pm, in The Old Post Office. Anyone is welcome. 21ST ANNUAL An energetic, fun-filled camp for children 6-14, runs from 9am-3pm. Daily, at Arthur Community Centre (outside). PLEASE CALL OR EMAIL IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN BECOMING A VOLUNTEER. Campers will play soccer, baseball & street hockey and also enjoy many other activities with the entire group. This is a Christian-based camp with emphasis on making everyone a winner, not just the most skilled. Nutritious and delicious lunches provided each day by local churches. 895 SQUADRON, MOUNT FOREST ROYAL CANADIAN AIR CADETS Cost: $110/camper, Family Rate: $85/camper for 3 or more children. Runs from Mon., July 4 - Fri., July 8, 2016 Visit www.susportz.com for more information or call Laird More at 519 848-3516 BINGO Hosted by the Mount Forest Lions Club Every WEDNESDAY Night at the Mount Forest & District Sports Complex Doors Open at 5:00 pm, Kitchen Opens at 5:30 pm Games starts at 6:45 pm $1,000 Jackpot along with a guaranteed $500 jackpot game Specials & Regular Games All proceeds go to community betterment. Air Cadets is a dynamic, structured youth program that offers Canadian teenagers a variety of interesting and challenging activities, teaching them valuable life skills and lessons. It provides them with excellent opportunities to travel across Canada and around the world. If you are between the age of 12 and 19 years and a Canadian Citizen or landed immigrant… you are eligible for enrolment in a youth organization that is rich in tradition, challenges and enjoyment. Parading Wednesday @ 6:30 – 9:00 pm During school year @ Victoria Cross Public School 355 Durham St. W, Mount Forest www.cadets.ca or Local Website: www.mountforestaircadets.com Squadron Phone: 519-321-1327 May 2016 April 2016 S M T W T 3 10 17 24 4 11 18 25 5 12 19 26 6 13 20 27 7 14 21 28 NOTES F 1 8 15 22 29 S 2 9 16 23 30 June 2016 Township of Wellington North, (519) 848-3620, www.wellington-north.com SUNDAY ARTHUR & MOUNT FOREST MOUNT FOREST ARTHUR MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY BINGO @ 6:45PM 1 2 3 4 S M T 5 12 19 26 6 13 20 27 7 14 21 28 FRIDAY MOTHER'S DAY 9 10 T 2 9 16 23 30 F 3 10 17 24 S 4 11 18 25 SATURDAY FARM MARKET 3-6:30PM 5 6 7 BLOOD DONOR CLINIC 3 - 8PM 8 W 1 8 15 22 29 GET IN TOUCH FOR HUTCH CHARITY LACROSSE GAME 11 12 13 14 FARMERS MARKET OPENS AT VICTORY COMM. CENTRE WALK FOR CANCER CARE @ ARENA LIONS DUCK RACE 10 - 2:30PM 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 VICTORIA DAY 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 RECREATION FUN FACTS: So baseball is America's game, eh? Explain this: a year before the game's accepted creator Abner Doubleday is credited with founding the sport, the first recorded baseball game in North America took place in Beachville, Ontario. Teams from Oxford and Zorra townships played on June 4, 1838. SPRING RURAL ROMP 10 - 4PM MOUNT FOREST LION ROY GRANT POOL RED CROSS LESSON SCHEDULE ARTHUR & AREA AQUATIC CENTRE ARTHUR SOCCER CLUB RED CROSS LESSON SCHEDULE 393 Parkside Dr., Mount Forest 158 Domville St., Arthur SESSION # 1 RUN DATES COST ADULT & TOT $60 SEA TURTLE $60 2 3 4 SESSION # 5 JUN 27 JUL 8 JUL 11 - 22 JUL 25 AUG 5 AUG 8 - 19 AUG 22 SEPT 2 n/a n/a 10-10:30am n/a n/a RUN DATES COST ADULT & TOT $60 SEA TURTLE SEA OTTER 11-11:30am SEA OTTER $60 SALAMANDER SUNFISH $60 $60 4:30-5pm 10-10:30am 10-10:30am 9:30-10am 11:30-12pm 5-5:30pm n/a 11-11:30am 11-11:30am 11-11:30am 4-4:30pm n/a n/a $60 4-4:30pm 10:30-11am LEVEL 2 $60 5:30-6pm 10-10:30am n/a 10-10:30am 10-10:30am LEVEL 3 $60 5:30-6pm 11-11:30am n/a 10:30-11am LEVEL 5 $65 LEVEL 6 $65 LEVEL 7 $65 LEVEL 8 $70 LEVEL 9 $70 LEVEL 10 $70 5:15-5:45pm 11:30-12pm 5:15-6pm 4-4:45pm n/a n/a 10:3011:15am n/a 4:30-5:15pm n/a 11:15-12pm 4:30-5:30pm 10-11am n/a n/a 9:30-10am 10:30- 9:4510:30am 11:15am 11:15-12pm n/a n/a All Classes Run Monday to Friday, for 2 Weeks. * Class time may be subject to change. All programs subject to change, due to number of participants. For More Information & Registration Form Go To: www.wellington-north.com AQUAFIT (8 People Required to Run) COURSE RUNS: Thursday’s (Page Over for Details) BEGINNING: July 14th for 8 Weeks, COST: $33.00 4 5 AUG 8 - 19 AUG 22 SEPT 2 n/a 10:30-11am n/a n/a 4-4:30pm 10-10:30am 11:30-12pm 10-10:30am 11:30-12pm 11:30-12pm 5:30-6pm 11-11:30am 4-4:30pm 11:30-12pm 5-5:30pm 11:30-12pm 10:30-11am 4:30-5pm 11-11:30am SUNFISH $60 4:30-5pm 10:30-11am LEVEL 1 $60 4-4:30pm 10-10:30am 10-10:30am 4:30-5pm 11-11:30am 11-11:30am LEVEL 2 $60 11-11:30am n/a 5-5:30pm 10-10:30am 10-10:30am 5:30-6pm 11:30-12pm 10:30-11am 11-11:30am n/a 10-10:30am ROYAL CANADIAN AIR CADETS n/a n/a 3 JUL 25 AUG 5 Bronze 10:30-11am Cross & LEVEL 3 $60 5:30-6pm 10:30-11am 10:30-11am 10:30-11am Bronze LEVEL 3/4 $60 4:15-4:45pm n/a n/a Medallion 11-11:30am 895 SQUADRON, MOUNT FOREST 9am - 12pm LEVEL 4 $60 5:30-6pm 11:30-12pm 10-10:30am n/a 11:30-12pm 10:30-11am n/a 2 JUL 11 - 22 SALAMANDER $60 n/a LEVEL 1 $60 $60 11-11:30am 10:30-11am LEVEL 4 $60 4:45-5:15pm 11:30-12pm 11:30-12pm 10:30-11am 11:30-12pm 1 JUN 27 JUL 8 For Detailed Red Cross Class Descriptions check out our Website: www.wellington-north.com GOVERNMENT, DEPARTMENTS, RECREATION Private Lessons Available Call: 848-3620, Ext. 35 Pool General Admission Fees 1 Visit 20 Visit Pass Children (under 5) $2.00 $30.00 $44.00 Individual (5 & over) $3.50 $59.00 $87.00 $11.50 $191.25 $216.25 Family (same house) Family, Public, Lap & Young at Heart Swims $65 LEVEL 6 $65 4:45-5:30pm 10-10:45am n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 11:3012:15pm n/a 11-11:45am n/a n/a 5-6pm n/a 11-12pm n/a n/a 10 - 11am n/a n/a LEVEL 6/7 $65 4:45-5:30pm LEVEL 7 $65 LEVEL 8 $70 LEVEL 9 $70 LEVEL 10 $70 SWIM PATROL $70 Season Pass 4-4:45pm 10:4511:30am LEVEL 5 All Classes Run Monday to Friday, for 2 Weeks. * Class time may be subject to change. All programs subject to change, due to number of participants. For More Information & Registration Form Go To: www.wellington-north.com BRONZE MEDALLION & BRONZE CROSS COURSE RUNS August 8th - 19th Monday to Friday: 9am - 12pm COST $172 May 2016 S M 1 2 8 9 15 16 22 23 29 30 T 3 10 17 24 31 W 4 11 18 25 T 5 12 19 26 F 6 13 20 27 S 7 14 21 28 June 2016 July 2016 Township of Wellington North, (519) 848-3620, www.wellington-north.com ARTHUR & MOUNT FOREST MOUNT FOREST ARTHUR S M T W T 3 10 17 24 4 11 18 25 5 12 19 26 6 13 20 27 7 14 21 28 F 1 8 15 22 29 S 2 9 16 23 30 31 NOTES SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY BINGO @ 6:45PM FRIDAY SATURDAY FARM MARKET 3-6:30PM 1 2 3 4 8 9 10 11 15 16 17 18 24 25 POOL SCHEDULE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. PLEASE CHECK FOR UP TO DATEINFORMATION AT OUR WEBSITE: www.wellington-north.com/living/pools 5 6 7 BLOOD DONOR CLINIC 3 - 8PM 12 13 14 MF MINOR HOCKEY REG'N 5PM-8:30PM 19 20 21 22 23 26 27 Pools Open 28 29 30 1:00 -3:00pm PA Day PUBLIC SWIMMING 3:00 - 4:00pm 4:00 - 6:00pm 6:30 - 8pm SESSION #1 RED CROSS PUBLIC SWIMMING 6:30 - 8PM POOL ADMITTANCE GUIDELINE: Children under the age of 10 years who are non-swimmers must be accompanied by a parent or guardian who is at least 12 years of age and responsible for their direct supervision. Caregivers age 12 to 17 are not allowed to supervise more than two bathers at one time. An adult 18+ may not supervise more than four bathers at one time, of which only two may be under the age of 6. Children under the age of 10 who are swimmers (able to demonstrate comfort in the water and PASS the facility swim test) may be admitted to the swimming pool unaccompanied. Children 7 to 9 years of age may attempt a swim test to determine if they may swim unaccompanied in the water. A caregiver must be present for the swim test. Once a swimmer passes the swim test, they may swim unaccompanied in the water. Non-Swimmers MUST remain within arm’s reach of their caregiver at all times. Any child 6 years of age or younger must have a caregiver in the water at all times. AQUA FIT BRONZE MEDALLION & ARTHUR SOCCER CLUB EMERGENCY 1ST AID WITH CPR B A great way to exercise at any age! This is a low impact workout that allows individuals to exercise at their own pace. Begins: July 14th, Last Class Sept. 1st (8 Classes) Physical fitness, decision making and judgment skills are strongly stressed in the course. First Aid, rescue breathing, tows and carries and release methods are taught as well as preparation for rescues of increased risk. Stroke efficiency and endurance and a timed swim are also developed. A required exam will take place on the last day of class. (Rain date will be the day following.) Candidates are responsible for attending the exam. FULL ATTENDANCE IS MANDATORY. ARTHUR & AREA AQUATIC CENTRE Thursday 5:30pm – 6:30pm MOUNT FOREST LION ROY GRANT POOL Thursday 4:30pm – 5:30pm 8 People Must be Registered, at each pool, 1 Week Prior to Start Date, to run Course. PreRequisites: What to Bring: COST: $33.00/Session (Includes 13% H.S.T.) CANADIAN SWIM PATROL ARTHUR SOCCER CLUB The Canadian Swim Patrol Program is the on-ramp to lifeguarding. Ability is the only prerequisite. The Swim Patrol provides enriched training for those who are ready to go beyond learn-to-swim. Swim Patrol’s three levels - Rookie, Ranger and Star - continue to develop participants’ swim strokes and provide the skill foundation that prepares them for success in the Society’s Bronze medal awards. TAKES PLACE AT: Mount Forest Lion Roy Grant Pool July 6th - 17th, Monday to Friday: 10am – 11am Cost: $70.00 (Minimum of 4 Students Required to Run) MOUNT FOREST MARLINS SWIM TEAM SPECIAL OLYMPICS ONTARIO North Wellington is a multi sport organization, providing sports training to meet the needs and interests of people with intellectual disabilities. The group currently offers 5 pin bowling Saturday mornings from September through May at the Mt. Forest Bowling Lanes. They also offer Figure Skating in Arthur, a recreational summer swimming program at the Arthur Pool and Bocci Ball at Murphy Park in Mount Forest. New sport opportunity suggestions are welcome! New Athletes, Coaches & Volunteers are always welcome. Email: sports@nw-bravehearts.com or Call 1-888-333-5515 ext, 272 for more information. Open to Swimmers 6 to 18 years of age COST: $65.00 – NON Resident Fee does NOT Apply. Practices: Meets: Saturday - July 9th 11am – 12pm Tues. & Thurs. - Starting July 12th, 5:30 – 6:30pm Saturday Mornings 8am - 12:30pm Some Sundays may replace a Saturday. Volunteer coaches, parents or experienced swimmers are required in order for Swim Team to run. MINIMUM of 18 Swimmers Required to Register by June 28th for program to run. Register early to ensure this Program will run. RENT THE POOL! Toys and swimming aids provided. CALL: 519-848-3620, Ext. 35. AVAILABLE: Saturday & Sunday: 12pm–1pm, 4pm – 5pm Cost: $110/hr (+ HST) Includes: 2 guards, for up to 60 people total (pool & deck). For: 60 to 100 people, add $54.00/hr (+HST) POOL ADMITTANCE POLICY APPLIED. 13 years old on or prior to the exam date. Pen & Highlighter, Tow el, One Piece, acceptable, sw imw ear TAKES PLACE AT: Mount Forest Lion Roy Grant Pool August 8th – 19th, Monday to Friday: 9am – 12pm Cost: $172.00 (includes manual & exam fee) For More Information on Swimming Programs: Check out our Webste: www.wellington-north.com BRONZE CROSS WITH CPR C ARTHUR SOCCER CLUB This course is an introduction to safe supervision in an aquatic facility, emergency procedures, team work in rescues and the use of equipment. The difference between lifesaving and life guarding and the management of spinal injuries are taught. A required exam will take place on the last day of class. (Rain date will be the day following.) Candidates are responsible for attending the exam. PreRequisites: What to Bring: 14 y ears of age on or prior to ex am date & Bronze Medallion & Emergency First Aid w ith CPR “B” Pen & Highlighter, Tow el, One Piece, acceptable, sw imw ear, Canadian Lifesav ing Manual TAKES PLACE AT: Mount Forest Lion Roy Grant Pool August 8th – 19th, Monday to Friday: 9am – 12pm Cost: $172.00 (includes manual & exam fee) July 2016 June 2016 S M T 5 12 19 26 6 13 20 27 7 14 21 28 W 1 8 15 22 29 T 2 9 16 23 30 NOTES F 3 10 17 24 S 4 11 18 25 August 2016 S Township of Wellington North, (519) 848-3620, www.wellington-north.com MONDAY SUNDAY TUESDAY 28 ARTHUR & MOUNT FOREST MOUNT FOREST ARTHUR 7 14 21 WEDNESDAY THURSDAY M 1 8 15 22 29 T 2 9 16 23 30 FRIDAY BINGO @ 6:45PM T 4 11 18 25 F 5 12 19 26 CANADA DAY 2 #GETINTOUCHFOR HUTCH WALK/RUN OPTIMIST CANADA DAY WKND CELEBRATIONS PUBLIC SWIMMING 1-3pm 3-4pm 4:00 - 6:00pm 6:30 - 8pm 4 3 5 ARTHUR SU SPORTZ CAMP JUL 4 - JUL 8 PUBLIC SWMMING FAMILY SWIM 11 10 BLOOD DONOR CLINIC 3 - 8PM 6 7 8 HOLSTEIN RODEO 9 PUBLIC SWIMMING PUBLIC SWMMING FAMILY SWIM LESSONS - SESSION #1 PUBLIC SWIMMING HOLSTEIN RODEO 12 13 SWIM TEAM 11-12PM 14 15 PUBLIC SWMMING FAMILY SWIM FAMILY/LAP LAP SWIM LAP SWIM RED CROSS LESSONS - SESSION #2 PUBLIC SWIMMING AQUAFIT 4:30-5:30PM FAMILY/LAP SENIOR/LAP SWIM TEAM BRAVEHEART FAMILY/LAP AQUAFIT SWIM TEAM FAMILY/LAP PUBLIC SWIMMING 6:30 - 8PM MONDAY TO FRIDAY 16 LAP SWIM 7am-8am 9:30 - 12:00pm 1-3pm 3-4pm 5:30 - 6:30pm 6:30 - 8pm 18 17 19 20 21 PUBLIC SWMMING FAMILY SWIM FAMILY/LAP 22 23 LAP SWIM 7am-8am 9:30 - 12:00pm 1-3pm 3-4pm 5:30 - 6:30pm 6:30 - 8pm PUBLIC SWMMING FAMILY SWIM FAMILY/LAP LAP SWIM LAP SWIM DARCY'S 3-PITCH TOURNAMENT RED CROSS LESSONS - SESSION #2 PUBLIC SWIMMING PUBLIC SWMMING AQUAFIT 4:30-5:30PM FAMILY SWIM FAMILY/LAP SENIOR/LAP SWIM TEAM BRAVEHEART FAMILY/LAP AQUAFIT SWIM TEAM FAMILY/LAP FAMILY/LAP PUBLIC SWIMMING 6:30 - 8PM MONDAY TO FRIDAY 25 24 26 27 28 29 PUBLIC SWMMING FAMILY SWIM FAMILY/LAP LAP SWIM LAP SWIM RED CROSS LESSONS - SESSION #3 PUBLIC SWIMMING 1:30 - 4PM MONDAY TO FRIDAY AQUAFIT 4:30-5:30PM FAMILY/LAP SENIOR/LAP SWIM TEAM BRAVEHEART FAMILY/LAP AQUAFIT SWIM TEAM FAMILY/LAP FAMILY/LAP PUBLIC SWIMMING 6:30 - 8PM MONDAY TO FRIDAY 30 LAP SWIM 7am-8am 9:30 - 12:00pm 1-3pm 3-4pm 5:30 - 6:30pm 6:30 - 8pm 31 7am-8am 9:30 - 12:00pm 1-3pm 3-4pm 5:30 - 6:30pm 6:30 - 8pm PUBLIC SWMMING FAMILY SWIM LESSONS - SESSION #1 PUBLIC SWIMMING 1-3pm 3-4pm 4:00 - 6:00PM 6:30 - 8pm LEISURE FUN FACTS: PUBLIC SWMMING FAMILY SWIM Canadian swimmer Marilyn Bell, was the first woman to swim across Lake Ontario. She began taking swimming lessons in a local pool at age 9, and by 1947 began competing in long-distance swimming. She was just 16 years old when she completed her record-setting 32-mile swim from Youngstown, NY, across Lake Ontario to Toronto. POOL SCHEDULE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. PLEASE CHECK FOR UP TO DATE INFORMATION AT OUR WEBSITE: w w w .w ellington-north.com S 6 13 20 27 SATURDAY FARM MARKET 3-6:30PM 1 W 3 10 17 24 31 PUBLIC SWMMING FAMILY SWIM BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF NORTH WELLINGTON KIDS ABILITY 160 ST. DAVID ST. S., UNIT 102, FERGUS Offering services for children & their families, birth to age 18, who have physical &/or developmental needs. We are a government funded children's treatment centre providing therapeutic support to help children reach their full potential. Occupational therapy, physical therapy, therapeutic recreation and social work support provided, together with other local children's services. No doctor's referral required. Services are FREE of Charge Call KidsLine 1-800-265-7293 ext 3616 to make a referral. CONTINUING EDUCATION ARTHUR SOCCER CLUB In 2016 explore your interests, develop a new skill, or continue your education! The North Wellington Centre for Continuing Education offers interest and leisure courses, Skills Upgrading, and adult secondary school credit courses to residents of Wellington North. A Course Guide is published twice a year; in March for the Spring session, and August for the Fall and Winter sessions. To view the Course Guide online, go to: www.ugdsb.on.ca /ConEd and choose the North Wellington Course Guide. You can now register on-line for interest and leisure courses at: www.learningforyou.ca For more information about adult credit coursed and Skills Upgrading Program go to: www.getcredits.ca. FAMILY SWIM CLUB ARTHUR SOCCER A great time for the family to spend together! Children under 10 years must be accompanied into the pool by an adult. Swimming toys and aids will be available. Patrons that come to Family Swim will not be able to stay for Public Swim without paying additional fees. DANCE FUEL DANCE FUEL is now in Arthur! Lessons in Ballet, Jazz, Acro, Hip Hop, Tap, Lyrical, Musical Theatre, Pointe, Vocal, Acting and More! Ages 2 & ½ & up! Recreational & Competitive programs available! Big Brothers Big Sisters offers a wide range of mentoring opportunities to meet the varied needs of volunteers, children/youth and families. Our mentors teach by example the importance of giving and giving back, of staying in school, and for having respect for family, peers and community. Our three main mentoring programs are our traditional match program with Big Brothers and Big Sisters volunteers; our In-School Mentoring program with volunteers mentors; and our Go Girls and Game On programs for kids in grade 7 and 8. Find out more about our various programs and fundraisers by visiting our website at: www.bbbsnorthwellington.org or 519-323-4273 or email: marianne.christie@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca BLOOD DONOR CLINIC Visit www.dancefuel.ca or call (519)925-9942 for more information! 1st Tuesday of Each Month SWIM POOL WEATHER GUIDELINE 3:00pm - 8:00pm at Mount Forest & District Sports Complex (Community Hall) In the event of poor weather, pools will be closed according to: Ontario Public Health Regulations as well as Lifesaving SocietySOCCER & Environment Canada recommendations ARTHUR CLUB If Upon hearing thunder or seeing lightning, the pool will be cleared and all patrons should seek shelter immediately. The pool will re-open 30 minutes after the last sound of thunder or after the last bolt of lightning. Sponsored by: Canadian Blood Services & The Mount Forest Lions Club ONTARIO EARLY YEARS ARTHUR SOCCER CLUB “Because the first six years of life are so important…” Heavy rain reduces the visibility of the pool bottom, the pool will be cleared. Patrons will be allowed back into the pool when the pool bottom becomes visible again. Offering programs & services for children birth to 6 yrs of age & their parents/caregivers. Monthly calendars and newsletters are available on our website. If temperature falls below 10 Degrees Celsius the pool will be closed. Red Cross swimming lessons will not be cancelled due to weather. Dry activities and water safety will be taught. Playgroup locations are found in: Mount Forest, Drayton, Moorefield, Palmerston, and Arthur. LAP SWIM Individuals can swim lengths of the pool at their own pace. Kick boards and leg floats provided. During Family/Lap Swim there will be a designated Lap Swim lane. COST: Regular Admission Fees (See Calendar for Start Dates) Please see our website for the days, times and locations. Community Resource Centre-NORTH OFFICE, Ontario Early Years Centre 311 Foster St., Mount Forest Phone: 519-509-2726 Website: www.communityresourcecentre.org August 2016 July 2016 S M T W T 3 4 10 11 17 18 24 /31 25 5 12 19 26 6 13 20 27 7 14 21 28 NOTES F 1 8 15 22 29 S 2 9 16 23 30 September 2016 S MONDAY SUNDAY ARTHUR & MOUNT FOREST MOUNT FOREST ARTHUR TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY BINGO @ 6:45PM 1 CIVIC HOLIDAY 2 3 T W FRIDAY SATURDAY FARM MARKET 3-6:30PM 4 5 6 LAP SWIM LAP SWIM RED CROSS LESSONS - SESSION #3 PUBLIC SWIMMING AQUAFIT 4:30-5:30PM FAMILY/LAP FAMILY/LAP SENIOR/LAP SWIM TEAM BRAVEHEART FAMILY/LAP AQUAFIT SWIM TEAM FAMILY/LAP FAMILY/LAP PUBLIC SWIMMING 6:30 - 8PM MONDAY TO FRIDAY NO LAP SWIM POOL OPEN FOR LESSONS 7am-8am 9:30 - 12:00pm 1-3pm 3-4pm 5:30 - 6:30pm 6:30 - 8pm 8 7 9 LAP SWIM 7am-8am 9:30 - 12:00pm 1-3pm 3-4pm 5:30 - 6:30pm 6:30 - 8pm PUBLIC SWMMING FAMILY SWIM 14 BLOOD DONOR CLINIC 3 - 8PM PUBLIC SWMMING FAMILY SWIM 21 7am-8am 9:30 - 12:00pm 1-3pm 3-4pm 5:30 - 6:30pm 6:30 - 8pm OPTIMIST TRUCK SHOW 12 13 17 18 LAP SWIM RED CROSS LESSONS - SESSION #4 PUBLIC SWIMMING CHURCH PEACHFEST 20 OPTIMIST TRUCK SHOW SPORTS REG'N 6-9PM PUBLIC SWMMING FAMILY SWIM FAMILY/LAP FAMILY/LAP 22 26 23 29 24 25 LAP SWIM RED CROSS LESSONS - SESSION #5 PUBLIC SWIMMING 30 FAIR AMBASSADOR COMPETIION LAP SWIM AQUAFIT 4:30-5:30PM FAMILY/LAP FAMILY/LAP SENIOR/LAP SWIM TEAM BRAVEHEART FAMILY/LAP AQUAFIT PUBLIC SWIMMING 6:30 - 8PM MONDAY TO FRIDAY LAP SWIM FRIENDS FOR LIFE PUBLIC SWMMING FAMILY SWIM 19 16 PUBLIC SWMMING FAMILY SWIM LAP SWIM 15 FAMILY/LAP FAMILY/LAP SENIOR/LAP RINGETTE REG''N 9-1PM 27 LAP SWIM AQUAFIT 4:30-5:30PM BRAVEHEART FAMILY/LAP AQUAFIT PUBLIC SWIMMING 6:30 - 8PM MONDAY TO FRIDAY PUBLIC SWMMING FAMILY SWIM FAMILY/LAP FAMILY/LAP 31 LAP SWIM PUBLIC SWMMING FAMILY SWIM 11 LAP SWIM RED CROSS LESSONS - SESSION #4 PUBLIC SWIMMING FAMILY/LAP FAMILY/LAP PUBLIC SWMMING FAMILY SWIM 28 10 AQUAFIT 4:30-5:30PM FAMILY/LAP FAMILY/LAP SENIOR/LAP SWIM TEAM BRAVEHEART FAMILY/LAP AQUAFIT PUBLIC SWIMMING 6:30 - 8PM MONDAY TO FRIDAY LAP SWIM 7am-8am 9:30 - 12:00pm 1-3pm 3-4pm 5:30 - 6:30pm 6:30 - 8pm 7am-8am 9:30 - 12:00pm 1-3pm 3-4pm 5:30 - 6:30pm 6:30 - 8pm T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 Township of Wellington North, (519) 848-3620, www.wellington-north.com M LAP SWIM RED CROSS LESSONS - SESSION #5 PUBLIC SWIMMING RECREATON FUN FACTS: Canada has hosted the Summer Olympic Games once; 1976 in Montreal. Are you ready for this year’s Summer Olympics in Rio? August 5th to 21st. FAMILY/LAP FAMILY/LAP SENIOR/LAP BRAVEHEART FAMILY/LAP PUBLIC SWIMMING 6:30 - 8PM MONDAY TO FRIDAY POOL SCHEDULE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. PLEASE CHECK FOR UP TO DATE INFORMATION AT OUR WEBSITE: w w w .w ellington-north.com ARTHUR MINOR HOCKEY MOUNT FOREST MINOR HOCKEY 2016/2017 Season Registration at Mount Forest & District Sports Complex Friday, April 29, 2016 from 4pm - 8pm Thursday, June 15, 2016 from 5pm - 8:30pm Please bring a copy of your child’s birth certificate if they have not played for Mount Forest Minor Hockey before. Arthur Minor Hockey Association Registration Dates and Information is available on our Website: GROUPS www.arthurminorhockey.com EARLY AFTER JUNE REG'N 15, 2016 I.P PROGRAM & TYKES ** (2009, 2010+) $175.00 $175.00 NOVICE (2008) $500.00 $550.00 WELLINGTON NORTH RINGETTE ATOMS (2006, 2007) $510.00 $560.00 REGISTER: Arthur Arena: Thursday Sept. 8, 6 – 8pm PEE WEE (2004, 2005) $520.00 $570.00 BANTAM (2002, 2003) $535.00 $585.00 MIDGET (2001, 2000, 1999) $545.00 $595.00 INTERMEDIATE (1998, 1997, 1996) $545.00 $545.00 Mount Forest Arena: Saturday, Aug. 20, 9am - 1pm & Thursday, Sept. 7, 7 – 9pm New this year; REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS OCTOBER 1ST If you are new to Mount Forest Rams, get $150.00 off your registration. **This does not include I.P players. Contact: Ann Anderson 226-203-5502 www.wnringette.com wnringette@gmail.com OTHER EVENTS: 3rd Annual Breakfast with Santa Saturday, December 3rd, 8:30am - 11:30am Location to be announced. Bring a Friend Event All are welcome. No cost Thursday, September 15th & 22nd, 5:30pm-6:30pm Location to be announce. DOG TAGS Dog owners in Wellington North... Get your Dog Tags. Call Township office for details. 519-848-3620 www.wellington-north.com MFMH Refund Policy in effect - see “Rules of Operation”. MOUNT FOREST HOMECOMING 2017 Welcome Home! Make plans to come home and celebrate on June 23-25th, 2017. A time to meet up with old friends, visit memorable locations that were a part of your family's time growing up. The Committee has been meeting regularly to ensure your visit is an enjoyable one. Reunions, Entertainment and some good old fashion fun. Visit our website for Information & Homecoming swag www.mountforesthomecoming.ca Visit our Facebook page to connect with friends new and old at Mount Forest Old Boys and Girls Reunion. Watch for upcoming Homecoming Announcements! There is also a $250 fundraising fee, per family that is signed up for hockey, that is due on the day you register. If you need financial assistance, you can contact Jumpstart. Information is available at: jumpstart.canadiantire.ca. Or, you can always contact anyone on the board and this will stay confidential. If you require more information please contact: Amanda van Tol at 519-334-3920 or at registration@mtforestminorhockey.ca. September 2016 August 2016 S 7 14 21 28 M 1 8 15 22 29 T 2 9 16 23 30 W 3 10 17 24 31 T 4 11 18 25 F 5 12 19 26 S 6 13 20 27 ARTHUR & MOUNT FOREST MOUNT FOREST MONDAY SUNDAY WEDNESDAY TUESDAY THURSDAY BINGO @ 6:45PM PUBLIC SKATING Mount Forest & District Sports Complex Arthur & Area Community Centre 850 Princess St., Mount Forest 158 Domville St., Arthur 519-323-1801 519-848-3820 7am-8am 9:30 - 12:00pm 1-3pm 3-4pm 5:30 - 6:30pm 6:30 - 8pm 4 5 MF FALL FAIR WEEKEND 11am - 12pm LABOUR DAY 6 7 BLOOD DONOR CLINIC 3 - 8PM TOT'S 1 T W T F 2 3 4 9 10 11 16 17 18 23 /30 24/31 25 5 12 19 26 6 13 20 27 7 14 21 28 FRIDAY 2 S 1 8 15 22 29 SATURDAY 3 Pools Closed LAP SWIM RED CROSS LESSONS - SESSION #5 PUBLIC SWIMMING AQUAFIT 4:30-5:30PM AQUAFIT FAMILY/LAP FAMILY/LAP PUBLIC SWIMMING 8 RINGETTE & SKATE REG. 7-9PM SENIORS M FARM MARKET 3-6:30PM ALL SKATE SESSIONS COST $2.50/PERSON (Includes H.S.T.) 10am - 11am S Township of Wellington North, (519) 848-3620, www.wellington-north.com ARTHUR NOTES October 2016 9 AG. SOCIETY BEEF DINNER SENIORS 12pm - 1:30pm MF FALL FAIR 10 ARTHUR FALL FAIR TOT'S FIGURE SKATE REG. 9 -1PM SENIORS MF PUBLIC SKATE SPORTS REG'N 6-9PM 4:30pm - 6pm 11 ARTHUR FALL FAIR 12 13 10am - 11am TOT'S 11am - 12pm SENIORS 14 15 16 17 TOT'S SENIORS DOORS OPEN WELL. N. 10 - 4PM SENIORS 12pm - 1:30pm MF PUBLIC SKATE 4:30pm - 6pm 19 18 20 10am - 11am TOT'S 11am - 12pm SENIORS 21 22 23 TOT'S SENIORS LITTLE BLACK DRESS FUNDRAISER SENIORS 12pm - 1:30pm MF PUBLIC SKATE 4:30pm - 6pm 26 25 27 10am - 11am TOT'S 11am - 12pm SENIORS 12pm - 1:30pm 24 28 30 29 TOT'S SENIORS SENIORS ARTHUR PUBLIC SKATE 4:30pm - 6pm PLEASE NOTE: HOCKEY TOURNAMENTS MAY TAKE OVER WEEKEND PUBLIC SKATE EVENTS. PLEASE CHECK OUR WEBSITE AT: www.wellington-north.com FOR UP TO DATE INFORMATION & COMMUNITY SPONSORED SKATE DATES. ARTHUR SENIOR CLUB MOUNT FOREST & DISTRICT SENIORS GROUP The Arthur Senior Citizen's Club meets every Tuesday at 7:30 pm in the Arthur Senior Citizen's Hall on Isabella Street. Potluck at 6:00pm in June & September. The Mount Forest & District Seniors meet every Wednesday at the Mount Forest & District Sports Complex from 1–4 pm. The group enjoys various activities such as cards, board games, etc. There is also a light lunch offered at each social, so come out and join the fun! Monday & Friday Every Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Alternate Saturday's (as of Jan. 23rd) 1:00pm 7:30pm 1:00pm 1:00pm 7:30pm Bridge Euchre (open to all ages) Shuffleboard All Seniors Welcome! For information contact: Rick Yaeger @ 519-509-6397 Bid Euchre Euchre (open to all ages) Members enjoy euchre, playing pool, bridge and shuffleboard. To rent the Senior's Hall contact Joyce Culp at 848-2900 or William Dennis at 848-3469. The cost is $80.00 and includes kitchen facilities. Everyone over the age of 50 is welcome to join. For more information contact: President, William Dennis at 519-848-3469 or Secretary, Marie Speiran at 519-848-2422. SHUFFLEBOARD Play Shuffleboard on Monday from 1 to 3 pm (except holidays, the months of July and August) at the Mount Forest & District Sports Complex. Enjoy the game, exercise and fellowship. Contact: Wilma Crockford at 519-323-3281 MOUNT FOREST LAWN BOWLING In the summer months we have jitneys on Mondays and Thursdays at 7:00 pm. We hold regular tournaments in the summer, where competition runs high. New & visiting bowlers are always welcome. Watch for open house details in May. ARTHUR SENIOR FITNESS Exercise program for those 55 + at the Arthur Seniors Hall Tuesday and Thursdays 9am – 10am Cost is $3 per session. Instructor: Janna Dodds Call: 1-519-321-1867 for more information ARTHUR HORSESHOE LAWN BOWLING ARTHUR CLUB A fun game of skill and strategy. Come out and give it a try! New Bowlers of ALL Ages Always Welcome Monday's & Wednesday's at 7pm (weather permitting) Balls Available at Club Contact: Bill Dennis: 848-3469 or Peggy Dixon: 848-3216 ARTHUR HORSESHOE CLUB ARTHUR HORSESHOE CLUB Tuesday nights from May to the end of August President: Bob Saunders 519-848-2942 Treasurer: Arden Edmonson 519-848-2071 MOUNT FOREST BRIDGE The Mount Forest SOCIAL Bridge Players Group meet every Monday, year round, statutory holidays excepted at St. Paul's Anglican Church, 114 Fergus Street South, Mount Forest. There is ample parking and it is wheelchair accessible, Game time is 1:00 p.m. sharp. Free Coffee, Tea, Hot Chocolate, Mini Chocolates, Cookies, etc. For more info please call Audrey at 519-323-1421 or e-mail at agkerr@wightman.ca The Mount Forest DUPLICATE Bridge Players Group meet every Friday, year round, statutory holidays excepted at St. Paul's Anglican Church, 114 Fergus Street South, Mount Forest. Ample Parking and wheelchair accessible. Game time is 1:00 p.m. sharp. Free Coffee, Tea, sweets, cookies, etc. For more info and partners, etc., please call Barb Kerr at 519-323-4341 or e-mail at bobar@wightman.ca Every first and third Monday, during winter months, we offer progressive euchre tournaments. The Bowling Club House is available for rent throughout the year. Contact Velda Francis at 519-323-1641. For more information contact: Ann Darroch 323-9245 or Velda Francis at 323-1641 CO-ED FITNESS Saugeen Fitness & Spa, Mount Forest Co-ed Fitness Centre Group Fitness Programs for children, youth & adults Personal Trainers Info. on line: www.saugeenfitness.com October 2016 September 2016 S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 NOTES November 2016 S T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 Township of Wellington North, (519) 848-3620, www.wellington-north.com MONDAY SUNDAY ARTHUR & MOUNT FOREST MOUNT FOREST ARTHUR WEDNESDAY TUESDAY THURSDAY BINGO @ 6:45PM FRIDAY SATURDAY FARM MARKET 3-6:30PM 1 RECREATON FUN FACTS: 10am - 11am M AUTUMN LEAVES STUDIO TOUR WKND Bowls historians believe that the game of Lawn Bowling developed from the Egyptians. One of their pastimes was to play skittles with round stones. This has been determined based on artifacts found in tombs dating circa 5,000 B.C 11am - 12pm 12pm - 1:30pm MF PUBLIC SKATE 4:30pm - 6pm 2 SAUGEEN FUR & FEATHER SHOW 7AM 12PM @ FAIRGROUDS 10am - 11am 11am - 12pm 12pm - 1:30pm 3 4 TOT'S & SENIORS TOT'S SENIORS 5 BLOOD DONOR CLINIC 3 - 8PM 6 TOT'S & SENIORS 7 TOT'S SENIORS SENIORS MF PUBLIC SKATE ARTHUR PUBLIC SKATE 10 9 THANKSGIVING 11 10am - 11am 12 TOT'S & SENIORS 11am - 12pm 13 14 TOT'S SENIORS SENIORS MF PUBLIC SKATE ARTHUR PUBLIC SKATE 17 16 10am - 11am TOT'S & SENIORS 11am - 12pm 18 TOT'S 19 CHURCH TURKEY SUPPER TOT'S & SENIORS SENIORS 20 21 TOT'S SENIORS SENIORS 2017 HOMECOMING COMMITTEE FUNDRAISER MF PUBLIC SKATE 24 23 TOT'S & SENIORS 11am - 12pm 25 TOT'S SENIORS 26 TOT'S & SENIORS 27 28 TOT'S SENIORS SENIORS 29 TOT'S & SENIORS ARTHUR PUBLIC SKATE MF PUBLIC SKATE ARTHUR PUBLIC SKATE 4:30pm - 6pm 30 31 10am - 11am TOT'S & SENIORS 11am - 12pm 4:30pm - 6pm TOT'S & SENIORS ARTHUR PUBLIC SKATE 10am - 11am 12pm - 1:30pm 22 ARTHUR PUBLIC SKATE 4:30pm - 6pm 12pm - 1:30pm 15 RAMOTH TOT'S & CENTRE SENIORS FUNDRAISER ARTHUR PUBLIC SKATE 4:30pm - 6pm 12pm - 1:30pm TOT'S & SENIORS ARTHUR PUBLIC SKATE 4:30pm - 6pm 12pm - 1:30pm 8 FARMERS MARKET LAST DAY ARTHUR PUBLIC SKATE RECREATON FUN FACTS: TOT'S SENIORS Henry VIII was also a lawn bowler. However, he banned the game for those who were not wealthy or "well to do" because "Bowyes, Fletchers, Stringers and Arrowhead makers" were spending more time at recreational events such as bowls instead of practicing their trade. Henry requested that anybody who wished to keep a green pay a fee of 100 pounds PLEASE NOTE: HOCKEY TOURNAMENTS MAY TAKE OVER WEEKEND PUBLIC SKATE EVENTS. PLEASE CHECK OUR WEBSITE AT: www.wellington-north.com FOR UP TO DATE INFORMATION & COMMUNITY SPONSORED SKATE DATES. INDOOR TRACKS MOUNT FOREST BUSINESS COMMUNITY 10TH ANNUAL CHRISTMAS DINNER & DANCE Mount Forest & District Sports Complex 850 Princess Street Saturday, Nov. 26th, 2016 Mount Forest & District Sports Complex Social @ 6:00 & Dinner @ 7:00 D.J. and Dance to follow RESERVATIONS REQUIRED Hosted by Mount Forest Lions Club For more information contact Lion Ruth Job 519-334-3491 Get Monthly Passes at: Complex Office, Concession Booth or Kenilworth Office, during office hours. $2.00/Visit or $15.00 Monthly Pass Arthur & Area Community Centre 158 Domville Street Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday’s 9:30-10:30am November 1st to March 30th (No Walking from Dec. 26th to 30th) FREE 895 SQUADRON, MOUNT FOREST ROYAL RESOURCE CANADIAN AIR CADETS COMMUNITY CENTRE OUTREACH & SUPPORT SERVICES Offers community based information, resources, programs & support to families & individuals in the community who are facing challenging life situations. Outreach Workers are able to meet with you to assist you. Some of the services you may be eligible for include: Financial assistance with rent/utility arrears Crisis support Housing support and resources Transportation (Wellington Transportation Services) Access to recreational activities for your children Income Tax preparation Government Advocacy and information Information and referrals to local community services & programs Backpack and School Supply assistance. Contact 519-843-7000 or toll free 1-866-840-3249 and press 1 to speak with an Outreach Worker SANTA CLAUS IS COMING TO TOWN Arthur Opti-Mrs. SANTA CLAUS PARADE This year's Theme is: “Old Time Christmas” Saturday, November 26th, 2016 Parade starts at 7:00 p.m. For information contact Susan O'Neill at 519-848-2903 Mount Forest Lions Club SANTA CLAUS PARADE This evening parade will be held on Friday, December 2nd, 2016 Parade starts at 7:00 PM Sharp For more information and to register your float contact: John Rowbottom: 519-323-3598 MOUNT FOREST & DISTRICT ARTS COUNCIL This non-profit organization promotes & encourages the arts in the area. To that end, the Council is working jointly with the Canadian National Conservatory of Music to host a one day music festival with a focus on Christmas music. Sponsored in part by the Mount Forest Lion's Club, the noncompetitive Festival encourages all ages to participate in various classes of piano, instrumental and vocal music. Performances are adjudicated and scholarships are awarded to promising students. The Festival will take place Fri., Dec. 2nd, 2016, at Mount Forest United Church. Deadline for entries will be November 1st, 2016. The Mount Forest & District Arts Council welcomes all who enjoy music and the season, to perform or be part of the audience. For further information call: Norine Broomhead at 323-2846, Daphne Rappard Armstrong at 323-2505 or CNCM at: registrar@cncm.ca November 2016 October 2016 S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 /30 24/31 25 26 27 28 29 NOTES December 2016 S T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Township of Wellington North, (519) 848-3620, www.wellington-north.com MONDAY SUNDAY ARTHUR & MOUNT FOREST MOUNT FOREST ARTHUR WEDNESDAY TUESDAY THURSDAY M T FRIDAY W SATURDAY BINGO @ 6:45PM 1 10am - 11am BLOOD DONOR CLINIC 3 - 8PM 2 3 TOT'S & SENIORS 11am - 12pm 4 TOT'S SENIORS SENIORS 5 TOT'S & SENIORS 12pm - 1:30pm MF PUBLIC SKATE 4:30pm - 6pm ARTHUR PUBLIC SKATE 7 6 10am - 11am 11am - 12pm 12pm - 1:30pm 8 TOT'S & SENIORS TOT'S 9 10 TOT'S & SENIORS SENIORS 11 REMEMBERANCE DAY 12 TOT'S SENIORS SENIORS MF PUBLIC SKATE ARTHUR PUBLIC SKATE 14 13 10am - 11am TOT'S & SENIORS 11am - 12pm 15 TOT'S 16 TOT'S & SENIORS SENIORS 17 18 TOT'S SENIORS SENIORS MF PUBLIC SKATE 21 20 LIONS CLUB CRAFT SALE 11am - 12pm TOT'S & SENIORS 22 TOT'S 23 TOT'S & SENIORS SENIORS 24 25 TOT'S SENIORS SENIORS 26 TOT'S & SENIORS LIONS CHRISTMAS DINNER CHRISTMAS PARADE ARTHUR PUBLIC SKATE MF PUBLIC SKATE ARTHUR PUBLIC SKATE 4:30pm - 6pm 27 29 28 10am - 11am TOT'S & SENIORS 11am - 12pm 4:30pm - 6pm TOT'S & SENIORS ARTHUR PUBLIC SKATE 10am - 11am 12pm - 1:30pm 19 ARTHUR PUBLIC SKATE 4:30pm - 6pm 12pm - 1:30pm AG. SOCIETY CRAFT SALE ARTHUR PUBLIC SKATE 4:30pm - 6pm 12pm - 1:30pm TOT'S & SENIORS ARTHUR PUBLIC SKATE TOT'S SENIORS 30 TOT'S & SENIORS RECREATION FUN FACTS: SENIORS The largest recorded snowman ever built was in Bethel, Maine, in February 1999. The 113-foot, 7-inch snowman broke the previous record held by Yamagata, Japan, at 96 feet and 7 inches PLEASE NOTE: HOCKEY TOURNAMENTS MAY TAKE OVER WEEKEND PUBLIC SKATE EVENTS. PLEASE CHECK OUR WEBSITE AT: www.wellington-north.com FOR UP TO DATE INFORMATION & COMMUNITY SPONSORED SKATE DATES. ARTHUR AREASOCCER CURLING CLUB ARTHUR CLUB MOUNT FOREST CURLING CLUB Have you ever wanted to try curling? Come to the Arthur Area Curling Club. At the start of every season, the Curling Club hosts two introductory nights where new curlers can come and try their hand at curling. Located at 144 Egremont St. S. and with four sheets of ice, a spacious lounge and excellent off-ice viewing area it truly provides a great value for the membership. Curling activities occur six days a week from late October to early April: Curl for the entire season or just 1 of 3 draws, the Arthur Curling Club is very flexible. Our curling schedule includes: Monday – Women's League Tuesday –Men's League Thursday – Skip’s Choice League Friday – Mixed Social League Sunday – Junior Curling Program Little Rock Program – Sunday afternoon @ 4:00pm Junior curling Program-Sunday afternoon @ 4:00pm Skip's choice league - Monday @ 7:30pm Men's curling – Tues. at 7pm & Wed. @ 1:00pm Ladies curling – Tues. at 1pm & Wed. @ 7:30pm Mixed curling – Thurs. & Fri. Evenings @ 7:30pm For more information please contact: Sandra McFadden – 519-831-0754 or Jim O’Donnell – 456-1166 For Hall Bookings please contact: Art Roelofsen at 993-8523. New or inexperienced curlers are welcome any time and every effort is made to make you feel welcome and to provide you with the basic knowledge and skills to participate in this traditional winter sport. For more information visit our website at: www.mountforestcurlingclub.com or: Don Flemington (President) 519-323-5555 Craig Jewel (Rentals) 519-509-6028 Angela Stortz (Secretary) 519-323-4156 Visit our website www.arthuracc.com ARTHUR SNOWBLAZERS ARTHUR HORSESHOE CLUB As part of the South Grey Regional Snowmobile Association, District #9, we promote safety, well groomed and marked trails, covering 225kms of diverse countryside. Permits are available at Post Time, Davenports, Arthur Home Hardware and Grand Valley Home Hardware. Monthly meetings are held the first Monday in the months of November, December, February & April at “Post Time” on Hwy 6, in Arthur, at 7:30pm. We highly value and appreciate all of the land owners and club volunteers. Please respect the “trail closed” postings on the ofsc website for District #9 at www.ofsc.on.ca. If you have an ATV and are able to help set up & take down our club trail system, please call. For more information contact: Randy McCullough – President – 519-848-5552 OCA Best Western Women's Challenge "C" Event Finalist from left: Sandra McFadden, Laura Burnett, Mandy Jones, Dana Samuel MOUNT FOREST DRIFTERS SNOWMOBILE CLUB WELLINGTON NORTH SAFE COMMUNITIES Giving members access to 600 km of trails locally within the South Grey Regional Snowmobile Association (SGRSA) and the rest of the trails in the province. Trails are marked and groomed, single track, and double wide. They wind through beautiful landscapes of forestry, farm land and riversides as well as various terrains, for an enjoyable and scenic ride. An ONTARIO SNOWMOBILE TRAIL PERMIT must be obtained to travel on the trails. Permits available on line at: www.wnsafecommunities.ca Contact: http://www.ofscdistrict9.ca/ or www.ofsc.on.ca PLEASE DRIVE SAFELY & RESPECT THE LANDOWNERS! Meetings are held downstairs at the Mount Forest Library, last Monday of each month, 7:30pm - 9pm. Contact: Gary Williamson at 519-323-7211 Make Wellington North a safer place to live, learn, work and play! December 2016 November 2016 S M 6 13 20 27 7 14 21 28 T 1 8 15 22 29 W 2 9 16 23 30 T 3 10 17 24 F 4 11 18 25 S 5 12 19 26 MONDAY SUNDAY ARTHUR & MOUNT FOREST MOUNT FOREST WEDNESDAY TUESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY BINGO @ 6:45PM 1 CHRISTMAS FUN FACTS: 10am - 11am In A.D. 350, Pope Julius I, bishop of Rome, proclaimed December 25 the 11am - 12pm official celebration date for the birthday of Christ. 12pm - 1:30pm 5 4 10am - 11am 6 TOT'S & SENIORS 11am - 12pm TOT'S SENIORS BLOOD DONOR CLINIC 3 - 8PM 7 TOT'S SENIORS 9 TOT'S SENIORS SENIORS TOT'S & SENIORS 13 TOT'S 14 TOT'S & SENIORS SENIORS 15 10 HOLSTEIN CHRISTMAS PARADE TOT'S & SENIORS 16 TOT'S SENIORS SENIORS 17 TOT'S & SENIORS ARTHUR PUBLIC SKATE MF PUBLIC SKATE 4:30pm - 6pm ARTHUR PUBLIC SKATE 19 18 10am - 11am TOT'S & SENIORS 11am - 12pm 20 TOT'S SENIORS 21 TOT'S & SENIORS 23 22 TOT'S SENIORS SENIORS 24 TOT'S & SENIORS ARTHUR PUBLIC SKATE MF PUBLIC SKATE 4:30pm - 6pm ARTHUR PUBLIC SKATE 25 CHRISTMAS DAY 26 BOXING DAY 27 29 28 TOT'S & SENIORS 30 TOT'S SENIORS SENIORS TOT'S & SENIORS 12pm - 1:30pm 4:30pm - 6pm MF PUBLIC SKATE ARTHUR PUBLIC SKATE 11am - 12pm 11am - 12pm WN RINGETTE BREAKFAST W/ SANTA 8:30-11:30AM MF PUBLIC SKATE 12 11 10am - 11am TOT'S & SENIORS ARTHUR PUBLIC SKATE 10am - 11am 12pm - 1:30pm 3 ARTHUR PUBLIC SKATE 4:30pm - 6pm 12pm - 1:30pm SATURDAY CHRISTMAS PARADE 8 TOT'S & SENIORS ARTS COUNCIL FEST. @ MF UNITED CHRCH 2 The Germans made the first artificial Christmas trees out of dyed goose feathers 4:30pm - 6pm 12pm - 1:30pm S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Township of Wellington North, (519) 848-3620, www.wellington-north.com ARTHUR NOTES January 2017 31 CHURCH NEW YEARS EVE SKATE 6-8PM MF PUBLIC SKATE ARTHUR PUBLIC SKATE PLEASE NOTE: HOCKEY TOURNAMENTS MAY TAKE OVER WEEKEND PUBLIC SKATE EVENTS. PLEASE CHECK OUR WEBSITE AT: www.wellington-north.com FOR UP TO DATE INFORMATION & COMMUNITY SPONSORED SKATE DATES. THE ARTHUR & AREA SKATING ARTHUR SOCCER CLUBCLUB SKATE CANADA – MOUNT FOREST The Arthur & Area Skating Club operates out of the Arthur and Area Community Center offer quality Skate Canada programs at every level. P.O. Box 346, Mount Forest, ON, N0G 2L0 skatecanadamountforest@gmail.com www.skatecanadamountforest.com Find us on Facebook Too. CanSkate is Skate Canada's flagship learn-to-skate program, designed for beginners of all ages. When you sign up for CanSkate you will be in a program that focuses on fun, participation and basic skill development. You will earn badges and other incentives as you learn fundamental skating skills. Lessons are given in a group format and led by an NCCP certified professional coach. We are a non-profit organization, sanctioned by Skate Canada, that offers programs from Learn to Skate (PreCan & CanSkate), StarSkate sessions (that can gear toward recreation, testing, and competitions), Adult Synchro, Children’s Inro to Synchro, Adult Learn to Skate & Special Olympics programs. CanSkate is Canada's only national learn-to-skate program. It was developed by experts to teach the fundamentals of skating in a progressive and sequential manner. STARSkate offers opportunities for skaters of all ages to develop fundamental figure skating skills in the areas of ice dance, skating skills, free skate and interpretive skating. Skills, Tests, Achievement, Recognition – this is what STARSkate is all about! Unique in Canada, this program teaches figure skating skills in a group and/or private lesson format in a progressive and sequential manner and includes specifically designed awards and incentives. Skaters have the opportunity to take Skate Canada Tests through a nationally standardized testing system. Skaters who have mastered figure skating skills in STARSkate may also choose to pursue synchronized skating or pairs skating. Coaching: NCCP Qualified coaches available for Canskate levels and up. 2+ group and private lessons available. ARTHUR GOJU RYU KARATE DOJO 212 GEORGE ST. The Arthur Goju Ryu Karate Dojo was opened in September 1997 and is a member of the Canadian Naha-te Goju Karate Association. The Arthur Dojo teaches a basic hard-style karate with kung-fu influence. The 45 minute long classes are held Monday to Thursday as well as Saturday, starting in September and running until July. Synchronized skating, or "synchro" is a specialized discipline of skating Classes are for anyone over the age of six, with advancement through a level involving groups of eight or more skaters performing various group system. formations and maneuvers. The objective is for the team to perform as For more information: Sensei Keith Harris 519-848-2231 one unit executing circles, blocks, lines, wheels and intersections in unison to the music, while demonstrating quality edges, power and flow. Skate Canada's SynchroSkate program includes a number of Synchronized Skating categories which accommodate skaters at any MOUNT FOREST KARATE SCHOOL age and skill level. A great opportunity for skaters to learn life skills of teamwork! The Mount Forest Karate School is associated with BUTOKU-KAI of Canada. Programs are available for ages 3+. Skaters may begin in the program at any age, and will progress according to their ability. Check our website for current schedule, offerings and contact information www.arthurareaskatingclub.com or send enquiries via email skate@arthurskatingclub.com Classes are held on Tues. & Thurs. at the Mount Forest & District Sports Complex. Junior and adult classes available both nights. Ages 8 - 80 years. Contact: Mike Burke at 519-323-1488 REGISTRATION: Wed. Sept. 7th, 7pm - 9pm and Sat. Sept. 10th, 9am - 1pm @ Mount Forest & District Sports Complex or Contact: Nicole West, President 323-2533 (All programs subject to change based on registration) December 2016 S M T W 4 11 18 25 5 12 19 26 6 13 20 27 T 1 8 15 22 29 7 14 21 28 NOTES F 2 9 16 23 30 January 2017 S 3 10 17 24 31 February 2017 Township of Wellington North, (519) 848-3620, www.wellington-north.com MONDAY SUNDAY ARTHUR & MOUNT FOREST MOUNT FOREST ARTHUR WEDNESDAY TUESDAY THURSDAY S M T 5 12 19 6 13 20 7 14 21 W 1 8 15 22 T 2 9 16 23 F 3 10 17 24 S 4 11 18 25 26 27 28 FRIDAY SATURDAY BINGO @ 6:45PM 1 NEW YEAR'S DAY 2 10am - 11am 3 TOT'S & SENIORS 11am - 12pm 4 BLOOD DONOR CLINIC 3 - 8PM TOT'S SENIORS 5 TOT'S & SENIORS 6 TOT'S SENIORS SENIORS 7 TOT'S & SENIORS 12pm - 1:30pm MF PUBLIC SKATE 4:30pm - 6pm ARTHUR PUBLIC SKATE 9 8 10am - 11am TOT'S & SENIORS 11am - 12pm 12pm - 1:30pm 10 TOT'S 11 12 TOT'S & SENIORS SENIORS 13 TOT'S SENIORS SENIORS MF PUBLIC SKATE ARTHUR PUBLIC SKATE 16 15 10am - 11am TOT'S & SENIORS 11am - 12pm 17 TOT'S 18 19 TOT'S & SENIORS SENIORS 20 TOT'S SENIORS SENIORS MF PUBLIC SKATE 23 10am - 11am TOT'S & SENIORS 11am - 12pm 24 TOT'S 25 26 TOT'S & SENIORS SENIORS 27 TOT'S SENIORS SENIORS 28 TOT'S & SENIORS ARTHUR PUBLIC SKATE MF PUBLIC SKATE 4:30pm - 6pm ARTHUR PUBLIC SKATE 30 29 10am - 11am TOT'S & SENIORS 11am - 12pm 4:30pm - 6pm TOT'S & SENIORS ARTHUR PUBLIC SKATE 22 12pm - 1:30pm 21 ARTHUR PUBLIC SKATE 4:30pm - 6pm 12pm - 1:30pm TOT'S & SENIORS ARTHUR PUBLIC SKATE 4:30pm - 6pm 12pm - 1:30pm 14 ARTHUR PUBLIC SKATE 31 TOT'S SENIORS TIME FOR A NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION? Go out and play! You can burn calories playing indoors or out. The best part is that it doesn't feel like working out. Have a blast in the winter by making snow angels (214 calories burned/hr on average), having a snowball fight (319 calories burned/hr), or even building a snowman (285 calories burned/hr). Try ice skating you can burn more than 450 calories/hr! PLEASE NOTE: HOCKEY TOURNAMENTS MAY TAKE OVER WEEKEND PUBLIC SKATE EVENTS. PLEASE CHECK OUR WEBSITE AT: www.wellington-north.com FOR UP TO DATE INFORMATION & COMMUNITY SPONSORED SKATE DATES. SAUGEEN TRAIL, MOUNT FOREST ARTHUR TRAILS This trail begins at Campbell de Vore Park on Princess St., West of the Mount Forest Sports Complex. Information signage shows trail route. There are a variety of landscapes to enjoy along the way from reforested areas to riverscape along the Saugeen River. Follow the trail to Mill St. where you will walk along Martin St., then follow North Water St. across Highway 6 to the Wetlands Project, North of Murphy Park. From here you can follow the trail across Hwy 89 to London St. River Trail This walking trail was officially opened on Saturday, Sept. 14th, 2013. The Trail is located at he Arthur Lions Park on Highway 6, in Arthur. The Trail is 4km in length with several loops and side trails. It is open from Dawn to Dusk daily. West Luther Trail SKATEBOARD PARK, MOUNT FOREST This trail was officially opened on Saturday, September 26th, 2015. The trail begins at the North end of Eliza St., in Arthur and stretches East approximately 11km, ending at the East/West Luther Townline. The Skateboard Park at Campbell de-Vore Park, off Cork St. & Princess St., was built in 2005. In 2012 new equipment including ramps, rails, etc. was installed with the assistance of the Ontario Trillium Foundation. The unsupervised Community park is open dawn to dusk. Enquiries about the park should be directed to the Mount Forest Complex at 519-323-1801. PARKS/PLAYGROUNDS Mount Forest and Arthur boast more than 20 acres of parkland from active areas to quiet naturalized areas. Parks are well maintained and picnic tables, washrooms and playground equipment are available at all major parks. Listed parks include: Arthur: Mount Forest: Mount Forest: Arthur Lions Park (Hwy 6 at the North end of town) was recently renovated in 2012 with the assistance of the Ontario Trillium Foundation and the Arthur Lions. Upgrades to playground equipment include new swings, climbers and spring toys. Campbell de-Vore Park (Cork St. & Princess St.) has a small kitchen preparation area with hydro, hot water and refrigeration. A covered pavilion is also available with baseball diamonds and soccer pitches with lighting. Playground equipment, picnic tables and washrooms are also located within the park. Call the Wellington North office at 519 848 3620 ext 35 to book the pavilion. Birmingham St Lions Park (Birmingham St. & Queen St.) has various playground equipment including swings, climbers, maypole, etc. Arthur Opti-Mrs Playground (158 Domville St.) has various playground equipment including swings, climbers and spring toys. Arthur Community Centre Fairgrounds Park (158 Domville St.) has baseball diamonds with lighting, Optimist Pavilion with kitchen facilities, track area, etc. Call the Wellington North office at 519-848-3620 ext 35 to book the pavilion. Murphy Park (South side of the river, off Murphy St. & Hwy 6) has a covered picnic shelter, tables & hydro. The volleyball Court is ready for a game, just bring a ball. Call the Wellington North office at 519 848 3620 ext 35 to book the picnic shelter. Lion Roy Grant Pool Park (Main St. & Fergus St.) has various playground equipment including swings, climbers, spring toys, etc. King St Fairgrounds Park (320 King St. E.) has Kinsmen & Optimist baseball diamonds with lights, concession and track area. Bill Moody Park (Wellington St. E. & Newfoundland St.) was officially opened June 1st, 2013. The park contains playground equipment & a picnic pavilion. February 2017 January 2017 S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 NOTES March 2017 S W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Township of Wellington North, (519) 848-3620, www.wellington-north.com MONDAY SUNDAY ARTHUR & MOUNT FOREST MOUNT FOREST ARTHUR WEDNESDAY TUESDAY THURSDAY M T FRIDAY SATURDAY BINGO @ 6:45PM 1 NATURE FUN FACTS 10am - 11am 11am - 12pm 12pm - 1:30pm Despite it name, the Killer Whale (Orca) is actually a type of dolphin. Although Polar Bears have white, fluffy fur, their skin is actually black. 2 TOT'S & SENIORS 3 TOT'S SENIORS SENIORS ARTHUR PUBLIC SKATE 6 5 10am - 11am 8 7 TOT'S & SENIORS 11am - 12pm BLOOD DONOR CLINIC 3 - 8PM TOT'S SENIORS 9 TOT'S & SENIORS 10 TOT'S SENIORS SENIORS MF PUBLIC SKATE 13 10am - 11am 14 TOT'S & SENIORS 11am - 12pm ARTHUR PUBLIC SKATE TOT'S 15 TOT'S & SENIORS SENIORS 16 17 TOT'S SENIORS SENIORS 18 TOT'S & SENIORS PUBLIC SKATE MF PUBLIC SKATE 4:30pm - 6pm ARTHUR PUBLIC SKATE 20 19 10am - 11am TOT'S & SENIORS 11am - 12pm FAMILY DAY 21 TOT'S 22 TOT'S & SENIORS SENIORS 23 24 TOT'S SENIORS SENIORS 25 TOT'S & SENIORS ARTHUR PUBLIC SKATE MF PUBLIC SKATE 4:30pm - 6pm ARTHUR PUBLIC SKATE 27 26 10am - 11am TOT'S & SENIORS 11am - 12pm 12pm - 1:30pm TOT'S & SENIORS ARTHUR PUBLIC SKATE 12 12pm - 1:30pm 11 ARTHUR PUBLIC SKATE 4:30pm - 6pm 12pm - 1:30pm TOT'S & SENIORS MF PUBLIC SKATE 4:30pm - 6pm 12pm - 1:30pm 4 ARTHUR PUBLIC SKATE 28 TOT'S SENIORS NATURE FUN FACTS On February 20, 1943 in a cornfield near the village of Paricutin, Mexico, the ground cracked open and began to spew red-hot rocks. A volcano was born. It grew to 35 feet the first day. By 1952, it had soared to 1,352 feet and had buried two towns. 4:30pm - 6pm PLEASE NOTE: HOCKEY TOURNAMENTS MAY TAKE OVER WEEKEND PUBLIC SKATE EVENTS. PLEASE CHECK OUR WEBSITE AT: www.wellington-north.com FOR UP TO DATE INFORMATION & COMMUNITY SPONSORED SKATE DATES. ARTHUR HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY Meeting Dates and Topics for 2016: Thursday, April 21: Plant Sale Meeting at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, May 14: Duck Race and Plant Sale 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.: Members need to be on site at 9:30 a.m. We will meet at the park by Hwy. 6 and Francis St. Thursday, May 26: Speaker: Sean James Topic: “Bullet Proof Plants” Thursday, June 16: Karen McDougall from Arthur Home Hardware will demonstrate “Chalk Painting” craft. People will have to bring to paint like plant pots. No meeting in July (Have fun holidaying and weeding your gardens.) Thursday, August 18: We will explore dates when other Horticulture Societies are having their meetings and speakers. Suggestions will come. Thursday, September 15: Speaker – Gerald Swan Topic: “Orchids” Thursday, October 20: Planning Meeting Thursday, November 20, 2016: Pot Luck and AGM Saturday, December 3 or 10: Christmas Decorations at Teunie Laros' Farm. Speaker and Topic TBA. WELLINGTON COUNTY LIBRARY ARTHUR BRANCH 110 Charles Street East – 519-848-3999 Supervisor: Lynn Rawlins Discover books, movies, music and a variety of new technologies at your local library! Fun programmes for all ages. Visit us in person or online at www.wellington.ca/library Open Hours Mon. – closed, Tues, Wed, Thurs: 10 – 8, Fri. – 10 – 5, Sat. 10 – 3, Sun. closed COMMUNITY CENTRES “WHERE MEMORIES ARE MADE” Arthur & Area Community Centre 158 Domville Street, Arthur With over 26,000 square feet of banquet, conference and sporting space, our 2 meeting rooms can accommodate groups up to 660. Community Hall features lofty ceiling height of 22 feet. Park area includes 2 ball diamonds with a covered Pavilion in between for outdoor events. MOUNT FOREST HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY Meetings, in the basement of the Mount Forest United Church (175 Queen St.), at 7pm on the 3rd Wednesday of each month from April to October (excluding July). All meetings include fabulous speakers, beverage & snacks, unless there is a pot luck. April & October meetings begin with a potluck at 6:15pm. The May, June & August dates include flower shows that will be judged by accredited OHA judges. Viewing begins at 6:30pm. Cash prizes will be awarded to winners at our Sept. meeting. At each flower show there is also a photography competition. Mount Forest & District Sports Complex 850 Princess St., Mount Forest During the September meeting we have our annual "bring a plant, take a plant home evening." With over 27,000 square feet of banquet, conference and sporting space, our 5 meeting rooms can accommodate groups up to 700. The bright, airy indoor facilities offer a contemporary setting surrounded by park land, including ball diamonds, soccer fields, pavilion and play area. Our flower beds need planters & weeders. We welcome your help gratefully. Everyone is welcome to join. Membership is a mere $10.00 per year. Perfect for: Trade shows, Workshops, Banquets, Conferences, Meetings, Tournaments, Exhibitions and more... Conn Pavilion - 15 Wood St., Conn This covered shelter has hydro, water cooler, stove & fridge. The park has ball diamond, play area & picnic shelter. For Rental Information Contact: Township of Wellington North 519-848-3620 Damascus Community Centre 8947 Wellington Rd. 16, Damascus For Rental Information Contact: Betsy Benham 519-848-3120 To join, please contact: President: Nina Aprile, wildthings@wightman.ca, 338-3228 Secretary: Mildred Francis, mildred.francis@gmail.com, 323-2024 Treasurer: Daphne Rappard, drappard@wightman.ca, 323 2505 WELLINGTON COUNTY LIBRARY MOUNT FOREST BRANCH 118 Main Street North – 519-323-4541 Supervisor: Shannon Hydon Discover books, movies, music and a variety of new technologies at your local library! Fun programmes for all ages. Visit us in person or online at www.wellington.ca/Library. Open Hours Mon., Tues., Thurs. – 10 - 8 Wed. & Fri. – 10 – 5 Sat. 10 – 3 Sun. closed February 2017 S M T W 1 5 6 7 8 12 13 14 15 19 20 21 22 T 2 9 16 23 F 3 10 17 24 March 2017 S 4 11 18 25 S S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 /30 24 25 26 27 28 29 Township of Wellington North, (519) 848-3620, www.wellington-north.com MONDAY SUNDAY ARTHUR & MOUNT FOREST MOUNT FOREST ARTHUR 26 27 28 NOTES April 2017 WEDNESDAY TUESDAY THURSDAY M T FRIDAY W T F SATURDAY BINGO @ 6:45PM 1 HORTICULTURE FUN FACTS 10am - 11am 11am - 12pm 12pm - 1:30pm According to the Guinness Book of Records, the tallest ever sunflower grew to 7.76m high (25 12 ft). That is about as high as four men standing on each other’s heads! 2 TOT'S & SENIORS 3 TOT'S SENIORS SENIORS ARTHUR PUBLIC SKATE 6 5 10am - 11am 7 TOT'S & SENIORS 11am - 12pm TOT'S SENIORS 8 BLOOD DONOR CLINIC 3 - 8PM 9 TOT'S & SENIORS 10 TOT'S SENIORS SENIORS 11 TOT'S & SENIORS ARTHUR PUBLIC SKATE MF PUBLIC SKATE 4:30pm - 6pm ARTHUR PUBLIC SKATE 13 12 14 10am - 11am TOT'S 11am - 12pm SENIORS 12pm - 1:30pm TOT'S & SENIORS MF PUBLIC SKATE 4:30pm - 6pm 12pm - 1:30pm 4 15 16 17 18 TOT'S SENIORS ARTHUR PUBLIC SKATE SENIORS MARCH BREAK PUBLIC SKATING MF PUBLIC SKATE 4:30pm - 6pm 19 20 21 10am - 11am TOT'S 11am - 12pm SENIORS 22 23 24 25 TOT'S SENIORS SENIORS 12pm - 1:30pm MF PUBLIC SKATE 4:30pm - 6pm 26 27 28 10am - 11am TOT'S 11am - 12pm SENIORS 29 30 31 TOT'S SENIORS SENIORS 12pm - 1:30pm 4:30pm - 6pm PLEASE NOTE: HOCKEY TOURNAMENTS MAY TAKE OVER WEEKEND PUBLIC SKATE EVENTS. PLEASE CHECK OUR WEBSITE AT: www.wellington-north.com FOR UP TO DATE INFORMATION & COMMUNITY SPONSORED SKATE DATES. Township of Wellington North, (519) 848-3620, www.wellington-north.com INDEX Thank you to Our Generous Community Sponsors who allow us to offer FREE PUBLIC SWIMMING & FREE PUBLIC SKATING At our Arthur and Mount Forest Sports Recreation Facilities All Treat Farms Limited John F. Smith Insurance Brokers Arthur & District Chamber of Commerce Mennonite Savings and Credit Union Arthur Legion Branch 226 Mount Forest Fire Fighters Association Arthur Lions Club Mount Forest KIN Club of Canada Arthur Optimist Club Mount Forest Legion Branch 134 Arthur Public School Mount Forest Lions Club Arthur United Church Musashi Auto Parts Arthur Veterinary Clinic North Wellington Animal Hospital B.C. Construction Ltd. Opti-Mrs of Arthur Copernicus Educational Products Inc. Padfield Nelson Insurance Core Central Computers RBC Arthur Branch EastLink SW Ontario Robert J Cottell and Associates Inc. Egremont Optimists Simon Goodall Medicine Professional Corp. Employees of Solowave Design Inc. Tim Hortons - Arthur Foodland #6298, 2032244 Ontario Limited Tim Hortons - Mount Forest Foxton Fuels Vintex Inc. Heartland Animal Hospital Mount Forest Wyndham House 4-H May Aerobics April Agricultural Society April Air Cadets May Aquafit June & July Arts Council November Baseball March 2016 Big Brothers Big Sisters August BINGO May Blood Donor Clinics August Bridge October Bronze Medallion & Cross Class June & July Canada Day Weekend Fun July Candian Sw im Patrol July Christmas Events November Christmas Parade November Continuing Education August Craft Sales November Curling December Dance Classes August Darcy's 3-Pitch Tournament July Dog Tags September Doors Open Wellington North September Ducks Unlimited Fundraiser March 2016 Fall Fair September Family Sw im August Figure Skating January Fitness Apr., Oct. Ford Truck Show August Friends for Life August Get in Touch for Hutch March 2016 Hall Rentals March 2017 Historical Society May Hockey September Hockey Registration June Holstein Rodeo July Home, & Leisure Show April Homecoming Committee Fundraiser October Horicultural Society March 2017 Horseshoe Club October Indoor Tracks November Just for Women Just for Fun Karate Kids Ability Lacrosse Lap Sw im Law n Bow ling Libraries Lions Club Fundraiser Lions Duck Race Little Black Dress Fundraiser Mount Forest Homecoming Municipal Hockey Tournament Museum Archives Ontario Early Years Outreach & Support Services Parks Peachfest Playgrounds Pool Admission Fees Pool Rentals Ramoth Centre Fundraiser Red Cross Sw im Lessons Ringette Rural Romp Safe Communities Saugeen Fur & Feather Seniors Clubs Seniors Programs Show case Wellington North Shuffleboard Snow mobiling Soccer Special Olympics Sports Camp Summer Sports Registration Sw im Programs Sw im Team Trails Transportation Services Walk for Cancer Care Winter Sports Registration We endeavor to make sure all information provided is as accurate as possible. 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