City of Waterloo Happenings- Winter/Spring 2013

Winter/Spring 2013

HAPPENINGS—your quick reference for programs, activities, swimming, skating, sports and youth activities. Published three times a year by the City of Waterloo Community, Culture and Recreation Department.

Happenings spotlights City of Waterloo programs and activities and also features other programs provided by organizations within the community.

Cover photograph: Sky-high adventure at Ice Dogs Festival 2012.

Find details on the 10th Anniversary Ice Dogs/Winterloo Festival at www.winterloo.com

www.waterloo.ca

HOW TO REGISTER

for City of Waterloo programs

1. Touch Tone Telephone Service at 519-747-8585 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. —7 days a week In order to use this service, you will require a Family PIN and a Client Number for each family member. If you have not received these numbers, call 519-886-1177 prior to registration to set up your account.

2. In Person Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex and RIM Park are open daily for registrations from 8:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Adult Recreation Centre, Wing 404 RCAFA Adult Centre, and Albert McCormick Community Centre are open MondayFriday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

3. Internet Registration— http://expressreg.waterloo.ca In order to use this service, you will require a Family PIN and a Client Number for each family member. Call 519-886-1177 prior to registration to set up your account. (Internet registration is available 24 hours, but account setup may only be done during WMRC & RIM Park office hours, 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. 7 days a week.)

Then visit the ExpressReg site, click on the Activities tab, and follow the prompts to register for the program(s) of your choice.

Methods of Payment: Cheques, Credit Cards, Cash, Interac Direct Payment Touch Tone Service and ExpressReg Internet Registration payments may only be made by credit card. The City of Waterloo accepts Visa, MasterCard and American Express.

www.waterloo.ca

DON’T SEE IT HERE? CONTACT US.

Community, Culture & Recreation Services, City Hall 519-747-8733 Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex (WMRC) & Program Registration/ Information, including swim lessons & indoor track 519-886-1177 Waterloo Swimplex Admissions Desk 519-886-3844 Moses Springer Community Centre & Outdoor Pool 519-885-4530 Albert McCormick Community Centre 519-885-1700

Changes to our system have improved the speed of ExpressReg, and allowed for further registration options including private lesson online registration and online program withdrawals.

Manulife Financial Soccer & Sports Centre (Bechtel Park) 519-576-2420

Fee Assistance Leisure Access Program Fee assistance is available to Waterloo residents with low income participating in City of Waterloo and affiliated minor sports and arts programs. To apply for Fee Assistance, you must complete an application form* and submit it prior to registration. Once approved, you will receive a Leisure Access Card to show at the time of registration to verify the fee assistance payment. For more information, please call the Fee Assistance Administrator at 519-747-8512. * Fee Assistance Leisure Access Card applications are available at all City of Waterloo recreation facilities or online at www.waterloo.ca/feeassistance

RIM Park Manulife Financial Sportsplex & Healthy Living Centre 519-884-5363

Questions about the registration process?

Find out more by visiting expressreg.waterloo.ca, or call us at 519-886-1177 to speak to a Customer Service Representative.

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Wing 404 RCAFA Rotary Adult Centre 519-888-6356 Adult Recreation Centre 519-579-1020 Facility Rentals 519-886-1177 x235 Program Cancellations online: www.waterloo.ca/ cancellations

“A Helmet & Skates is all it takes” LEARN TO SKATE WITH

FAMILY DAY ACTIVITIES

Monday, February 18, 2013 6:45 to 9:45 a.m.

Adult Lane Swim Swimplex—WMRC

CANSKATE

7 to 7:45 a.m.

Tethered Waterfit (adult) Swimplex—WMRC

Parent & Tot (Ages 2-3)

8 a.m.-5 p.m. & 9-10 p.m.

WMRC Indoor Track General use/no charge

Pre– CanSkate (Ages 3-5)

8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Public Skating/Hockey Outdoor Neighbourhood Rinks—Weather Permitting.

Full schedule & locations at www.waterloo.ca/skate

CanSkate (Ages 5-12)

8:05 to 8:50 a.m.

Shallow Waterfit (adult) Swimplex—WMRC 9 to 9:45 a.m.

Deep Waterfit (adult) Swimplex—WMRC 9 to 9:45 a.m.

Kick Boxing Waterfit (adult) Swimplex—WMRC 10 a.m. to 12 noon Family Swim Swimplex—WMRC

Year round skating lessons throughout KW area.

SPRING 2013 runs April - mid June

FREE EVENTS at Waterloo Public Square!

11 a.m. to 12:20 p.m.

Parent & Child Skate Sunlife Arena—WMRC

1 to 2:50 p.m.

Public Skate Public Skate 10 to 11 a.m. & 2 to 10 p.m. Sunlife Arena—WMRC For more information

visit www.kwsc.org or call us at 519-886-5972 x 229 We are Kitchener-Waterloo's exclusive provider of Skate Canada accredited skating programs, including the unrivaled CanSkate program. All our classes are taught by skilled Skate Canada certified professional coaches.

SPORT TRY-IT demo 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

1:05 to 3 p.m.

Public Swim Swimplex—WMRC

ICE DOGS FESTIVAL/ 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.

WINTERLOO Public Swim 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Swimplex—WMRC Regular admission rates apply to all Family Day activities. View schedule and details online at:

www.waterloo.ca/familyday PAGE 3

DROP-IN PROGRAMS at RIM Park ADULT DROP-IN BASKETBALL

$7.25 per session. Player capacity 35.

18 years & over. Bring your own basketball suitable for indoor use, and proper athletic footwear.

MON 12-1:20 pm

TUES 12-1:20 pm

WED 12-1:20 pm

THURS FRI SAT 9:30-11:20pm 12-1:20 pm 12-1:20 pm 9:30-11:20 pm

ADULT DROP-IN BADMINTON

$7.25 per session. Player capacity 20.

18 years & over. Bring your own racquet and birdies, and proper athletic footwear.

MON TUES WED THURS FRI SAT 12-1:20 pm 12-1:20 pm 12-1:20 pm 7-8:20 pm 8:30-9:50 pm

ADULT SOCCER

$7.25 per session. Player capacity 35. 18 years & over.

Bring your own soccer ball for indoor use, and proper athletic footwear (no metal cleats).

MON 12-1:20 pm

TUES

WED 12-1:20 pm

THURS

FRI 12-1:20 pm

SAT

FAMILY BASKETBALL

$8.00 per session per family. (Max 2 adults & 2 children) Player capacity 35. Bring your own basketball suitable for indoor use and proper footwear.

MON

TUES

WED

THURS

FRI

SAT 5:30-7:20 pm

YOUTH BASKETBALL

2001 University Avenue East, Waterloo, Ontario

www.waterloo.ca/ rimpark

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$6.50 per session. Player capacity 35.

14-17 years. Bring your own basketball suitable for indoor use, and proper athletic footwear.

MON

TUES

WED

THURS

FRI 7-9:20 pm

SAT 7:30-9:20 pm

Schedule effective to May 30. QUESTIONS? CALL 519-884-5363 All programs held at RIM Park. Programs subject to change.

For cancellation updates or changes, visit www.waterloo.ca/cancellations *There are cancellations throughout spring. Visit website for details.

TIME OUT A chance for mothers, fathers and caregivers of children aged newborn to six years to interact with each other through creative play and action games. The program offers unrestricted floor space, allowing children to develop their gross motor skills.

Parents are required to supervise children at all times.

ACTIVE LIVING FOR LIFE PROGRAMS

Spring 2013!

For details on these new programs, please go to our website at http://expressreg.waterloo.ca or see all program information in the Spring Program & Activities Guide.

Art Factory

Explore a new media each week in this exciting and creative class! Students will work with a local art instructor to experiment with collage, drawing, mixed media, sculpture, painting and a collaborative project. Develop skills while making art, making friends, making messes and having FUN.

Sketchbook Class

Each student will receive their own sketchbook and work with a local art instructor to fill it with portraits, drawings done on site, and from the imagination. Learn how to develop and maintain a sketchbook like a true artist while experimenting with drawing techniques.

Stretchfit—Mom & Daughter

This class will focus on strength training using a combination of gravity and your own body weight.

It’s suitable for beginners and more advanced fitness buffs; all exercises have modifications, making them appropriate for various fitness levels. Spend quality time with the young woman in your life as you Get Fit Together.

Registration begins March 7, 2013.

http://expressreg.waterloo.ca

*Fridays Until May 10, 2013 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Manulife Financial Soccer & Sports Centre in Bechtel Park, 185 Bridge Street, Waterloo *Note: no program Mar 15, Mar 29, Apr 19. $5/visit/family (maximum 4 children) $45 pass for 10 visits

For information, call 519-886-1177 x280 TTY: 1-866-786-3941

www.waterloo.ca

Kids’ DANCE Craze Ya-ba-da-ba-dance: 2-4 years parent & tot

Creative Movement: 3-4 years Ballet: 4-6 years Combo Craze: 5-6 years Energy Up: 10-13 years Dance Craze offers children aged 2-13 an opportunity to learn the basics of jazz, ballet and creative movement in a non-competitive, relaxed environment.

Spring Session | March 26-June 3 Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex Registration begins on Thursday, March 7.

For details email april.scida@waterloo.ca or call the Complex at 519-886-1177.

CHILDREN’S DANCE— BIRTHDAY PARTIES! a creative approach to dance!

www.waterloo.ca PAGE 5

335 University Avenue East Waterloo, Ontario N2J 4A8 Telephone: 519-725-9280 Fax: 519-725-9296 TTY: 1-866-786-3941

Beautiful by design — made exceptional by our staff.

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2013 Registration Information www.kwmbsa.ca

House League Fees Novice (ages 5-7) $75 NEW PRICE! Squirt, Peewee, and Bantam $145 *Additional costs for Select and Rep Players

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Kolts Rep Team workouts begin in early January!

See our website for details! Don’t miss out!

Register securely online at www.kwmbsa.ca or call 519.579.2888 for information about in-person registration

Join the Kitchener Waterloo Rowing Club in 2013 Opportunities exist for new and experienced rowers: Youth rowing Summer camp High school Row for Heart Adult rowing Corporate events Visit kwrowing.ca for details.

Questions? Email info@kwrowing.ca for more information.

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WATERLOO MINOR BASEBALL ASSOCIATION Mailing Address WMBA, C/O Albert McCormick Arena, 500 Parkside Drive, Waterloo, Ontario N2L 5J4 For further information call the WMBA board office evenings 7:00-9:00 pm

(519) 888-0244

Website www.waterloobaseball.ca

Email wmba244@rogers.com

Registration Monday Feb.18 – First United Church Gym on the corner of King and William St. Waterloo

OR print the registration form off the WMBA website and mail with payment by March 25.

Note: A Late Fee of $25.00 will apply after March 25, 2013

PLAY BALL LIKE THE BLUE JAYS General Registration Information Waterloo Minor Baseball Association program registers youngsters from age 4 through 19 years of age starting with a fundamental program for ages 4 & 5. Ages 6 & 7 play T-Ball. Ages 8 & 9 play Rookie Ball (pitcher is a machine) that pitches 35 & 40 miles per hour. Ages 10-19 play baseball – over-hand pitching with set base paths and pitching distances for each division. Youngsters ages 8-19 play in a house league program by age group. Teams are formed through an evaluation/draft process (to be determined) with both Waterloo & Kitchener registrants.

Important Notes to Parents for the 2013 Season T-Ball Program – T-Ball will be a combined division with Kitchener Minor Baseball for the 2013 season. Games will take place in both cities. The T-Ball league will consist of a 6 year old Minor T-Ball & 7 year old Major T-Ball league.

NOTES: Practice time in house league depends upon the coach – practices are usually Saturday mornings-sometimes during the week depending on the number of teams in each league and diamond availability.

Minor &Major Bantam House League division(s) may be grouped as one division pending the number of registrants.

Registration costs below (house league only) includes baseball pants, T-shirt and a baseball hat.

Rep teams have been chosen for the 2013 season. If you have questions about REP, please call the WMBA office at 888-0244.

2013 WATERLOO MINOR BASEBALL DIVISION/FEES/NIGHTS OF PLAY. YEAR BORN 2009 & 2008

DIVISION 4 & 5 YR Fundamental Program

FEE $100.00

2007

Minor T-Ball

$140.00

2006

Major T-Ball

$140.00

NIGHTS OF PLAY Saturday Mornings – 1 hour sessions April 21 & April 28 will be indoors Manulife Sports Complex Note: 4 year olds must be four years old by May 1st, 2012 2 games per week – Monday & Wednesday –plus a Saturday Morning Practice (see note above) 2 games per week – Tuesday & Thursday–plus a Saturday Morning Practice (see note above) 2 games per week – Monday & Wednesday –plus a practice 2 games per week – Tuesday & Thursday–plus a practice 2 games per week – Monday & Wednesday –plus a practice 2 games per week – Tuesday & Thursday–plus a practice 2 games per week – Monday & Wednesday –plus a practice 2 games per week – Tuesday & Thursday–plus a practice 2 games per week – sporadic scheduling 2 games per week – sporadic scheduling 2 games per week sporadic schedule

2005 Minor (JR) Rookie Ball $170.00 2004 Major (SR) Rookie Ball $170.00 2003 Minor Mosquito( Tyke) $190.00 2002 Major Mosquito ( Tyke) $190.00 2001 Minor Peewee $190.00 2000 Major Peewee $190.00 1999 Minor Bantam $200.00 1998 Major Bantam $200.00 1997, 96, 95, 94 Midget $200.00 Duration of Season for T-Ball & House League Baseball House League season for T-Ball, Rookie Ball, Tyke, Peewee, Bantam & Midget begins May 6, ends July 13. Games start at 6:15 pm.

Umpires – WMBA is seeking umpires for the 2013 season. Must be 14 years of age – call (519) 888-0244 for info. Umpire applications will be available at registration on February 18 or print the application form off the WMBA website & mail to the WMBA address above to the attention of Brent Matheson. Sponsors are always needed. Anyone wanting to sponsor a house league team, the cost is $350.00 per team OR call (519) 888-0244 evenings from 7:00-9:00 pm.

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2013 Happenings ad.pdf

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with the Waterloo Ghosts More than 400 girls spend the spring and summer with us.

HOUSE LEAGUE PROGRAMS RUN MAY – MID-JULY

We’ve made changes to our program with YOU in mind!

More field time available AND all coaches receive a coaching manual with drills, techniques and practice plans to help them put together a more enjoyable – and educational – season.

It all adds up to MORE FUN!!!

T-BALL (5-6). Small Teams. Learn the fundamentals. Maximum Activity!

MINI MITE (7-8). All players play the game; coaches pitch!

MITE (9-10). Players begin to learn the skill of pitching.

SQUIRT to MIDGET (11-19). Real softball action!

For more info, contact Cathy at office@wmgsa.com or call 519-747-0430.

Visit us at www.wmgsa.com for registration information and forms.

2013 YBA Community Basketball Camp For boys and girls ages 6 – 16 Junior Camp (ages 6 – 9) (all camps held Intermediate Camp (ages 10 – 12) at local K-W Senior Camp (ages 13 – 16) schools) Locations to be determined at a later date Week 1 – July 4 – 7 (4 day camp only – Canada Day) - $130.00 Week 2 – July 10 – 14 - $150.00 All sessions run from 9 am – 3 pm Week 3 – July 17 – 201- $150.00 Drop off can begin at 8:15 am Week 4 – July 24 – 28 - $150.00 Pick up until 3:30 pm Discounts available for multiple children (in same family) or multiple weeks ($25 per extra week or child) Program Objectives    

Improve skill level through analysis and drills Provide opportunity for individual practice Provide both recreational & competitive situations Promote enjoyment & enthusiasm for basketball

Instructors Session Leaders are all certified teachers & high school Basketball coaches Assistants are all highly skilled & experienced Basketball players

Registration: Go to www.kwyba.com for on-line or to download form for mail

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City of Waterloo Day Camp

Sport Nut Camp

City of Waterloo Fun Centres

Busker Mania Camp

Location: WMRC Ages: 7-12 Cost: $174 Time: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Your child will have a blast this summer as our leaders plan theme days, play new and exciting games, and keep kids moving on our weekly trips.

For camp weeks and trips please check online at www.waterloo.ca/camp or in the upcoming Spring Program & Activities Guide.

2 Locations: Albert McCormick Community Centre and RIM Park Ages: 4-8 Cost: Half day $72 Full day $133 Time: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Fun centres are for kids ages 4-8 who are ready to have oodles of fun this summer. Campers will get down and dirty each week with lots of activities, crafts and outdoor play. Your child will make new friends, see special guests, have fun on water day, and enjoy the chance to just be a kid.

For camp weeks please check online at www. waterloo.ca/camp or in the upcoming Spring Program & Activities Guide.

Girls Week

Location: RIM Park Ages: 8-12 Cost: $174 Time: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Dates: July 22-26, 2013 Back for another yearâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;a camp for Girls Only!

Girls, come and register with your friends, or come and meet new friends. The week will be filled with crafts, esthetics, drama, special guests, and sports and games with just girls. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss this one week only camp!

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Location: RIM Park Ages: 7-12 Cost: $140 Time: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Dates: August 6-9, 2013 Sports are so much fun to learn and play! Come and join us for this week as we learn some new sports with trained expert guests, and play some old favourites with our leaders. Other activities will include swimming, games and crafts.

Location: RIM Park Ages: 7-12 Cost: $174 Time: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Dates: August 19-23, 2013 Spend a week of excitement learning juggling, magic, storytelling, puppetry, and clowning around.

Top it off with visits from surprise guests, and participating in a performance at the Waterloo Busker Carnival.

Arts & Crafts Camp

Location: RIM Park Ages: 7-12 Cost: $174 Time: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Dates: July 15-19 & August 12-16, 2013 Crafts, Art, Crafts and more Art! This week we will be spending some time with special guests who will teach us about different art forms.

Come prepared for a messy week of fun, games, swimming, and of course crafts.

Skateboarding Camp

Location: WMRC Ages: 7-12 Cost: $174 Time: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Dates: July 8-12 and July 29-August 2, 2013 If your child loves to skateboard or wants to learn, come and join our leaders for this new camp.

Learn from a qualified skateboard instructor in our new skateboard park for ½ the day, and then play camp games, go swimming, and do crafts with our amazing staff for the rest of the day. Come and learn the basics of this fun sport in a safe environment. All campers must bring their own helmet and skateboard.

NEW! Weird, Wacky, Wild Camp

Location: RIM Park Ages: 7-12 Cost: $174 Time: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Dates: July 2-5, 2013 Come prepared to be a little wild and wacky this week. Have fun with some messy experiments, weird games, and your wacky leaders. Don’t miss out on this one-week camp filled to the brim with WACKY stuff!

Inclusion Services “Every Kid Counts” This is a program offered through a joint partnership with the City of Kitchener to facilitate universal access to programs, including camps.

For support for your chid who has exceptional developmental or emotional needs, you must apply

by February 22, 2013.

Call 519-741-2229 for more information.

For complete information about Summer 2013 camps, trips and dates, go to our website or check our Spring 2013 Program & Activities Guide.

Registration begins March 7, 2013.

Sign up early to avoid disappointment!

www.waterloo.ca/camp PAGE 11

MARCH BREAK DROP IN 2013 PUBLIC SKATING FACILITY

MARCH 11

WMRC

3:00-4:20 p.m.

MARCH 12

AMCC RIM Park

MARCH 13

MARCH 14

MARCH 15

3:00-4:20 p.m.

3:00-4:20 p.m.

4:00-4:50 p.m.

3:00-4:50 p.m.

4:00-4:50 p.m.

3:00-4:50 p.m.

1:30-2:50 p.m.

1:30-2:50 p.m.

SHINNY HOCKEY AGE/FACILITY

MARCH 11

MARCH 12

MARCH 13

MARCH 14

MARCH 15

Adult (18+ yrs) RIM Park

11:30 a.m.12:50 p.m.

11:30 a.m.12:50 p.m.

11:30 a.m.12:50 p.m.

11:30 a.m.12:50 p.m.

11:30 a.m.12:50 p.m.

13-15 yrs RIM Park 3:00-4:20 p.m.

3:00-4:20 p.m.

3:00-4:50 p.m.

3:00-4:20 p.m.

3:00-4:20 p.m.

16-18 yrs RIM Park 1:30-2:50 p.m.

1:30-2:50 p.m.

1:30-2:50 p.m.

1:30-2:50 p.m.

PARENT & CHILD SHINNY HOCKEY

(1 parent & up to 3 kids; must be 12 years and under. Sticks & pucks allowed.)

FACILITY

MARCH 11

MARCH 12

MARCH 13

MARCH 14

RIM Park

9:30-10:50 a.m.

9:30-10:50 a.m.

9:30-10:50 a.m.

9:30-10:50 a.m.

WMRC

1:30-2:50 p.m.

MARCH 15 1:30-2:50 p.m.

PARENT & CHILD SKATES

(1 parent & up to 3 kids; must be 12 years and under. NO sticks or pucks allowed.)

FACILITY

MARCH 11

RIM Park WMRC

MARCH 12

MARCH 13

MARCH 14

MARCH 15

9:30-10:50 a.m.

1:30-2:50 p.m.

1:30-2:50 p.m.

9:30-10:50 a.m.

1:30-2:50 p.m.

AMCC

1:30-2:50 p.m.

1:00-2:20 p.m.

YOUTH DROP-IN SOCCER (14-17 YEARS)

Bring your own soccer ball.

FACILITY

MARCH 11

MARCH 12

MARCH 13

MARCH 14

MARCH 15

RIM Park

12:00-1:00 p.m.

12:00-1:00 p.m.

12:00-1:00 p.m.

12:00-1:00 p.m.

12:00-1:00 p.m.

FACILITY LOCATIONS & CONTACT INFORMATION Signs will be posted at facilities or online at www.waterloo.ca/cancellations to advise of any program changes and cancellations. You can also contact the facility directly at the numbers listed. TTY:1-866-786-3941 Albert McCormick Community Centre (AMCC) 500 Parkside Drive 519-885-1220 Cancellations ext. 404 Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex (WMRC) 101 Father David Bauer Dr. Regular rates apply.

519-886-1177 Cancellations ext. 310

www.waterloo.ca/marchbreak

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Moses Springer Community Centre 150 Lincoln Road 519-885-4530 RIM Park Manulife Financial Sportsplex & Healthy Living Centre (RIM) 2001 University Avenue East 519-884-7422 Cancellations ext. 504

Contact facilities for more detail.

Environment and Parks Services—

STEWARDSHIP PROGRAMS Be stewards of your local park— Organize a Partners in Parks project!

Short-term Stewardship Activities

Long-term Projects

Litter clean up Mulching public trails Planting native vegetation Stream enhancement activities Bird house maintenance

Planting and maintaining garden beds/buffers Adopt a Greenspace Invasive Plant Species Management Turf maintenance Special projects

Follow the Partners in Parks Community Guide to learn more about how to get involved in your neighbourhood greenspace!

www.waterloo.ca/partnersinparks Email: stewardship@waterloo.ca

The Yellow Fish Road™ program is a hands-on environmental activity for youth ages 7 and up. Participants paint “yellow fish” symbols next to storm drains and distribute informative brochures to nearby households.

Rain water enters road storm drains and flows directly to streams and ponds, untreated. Help teach residents to keep storm water clean by organizing a painting activity in your neighbourhood!

Complete painting kits and Yellow Fish Road™ resources are available to help you prepare for painting day!

To register your painting activity in WATERLOO, contact: Email: stewardship@waterloo.ca www.waterloo.ca/Stewardship Opportunities For program information visit Trout Unlimited Canada’s website: www.yellowfishroad.org PAGE 13

Shake off the February blahs!

Head UpTown this Family Day Weekend

The 10th Annual Ice Dogs Festival • Ice carving competition • Free public skating • Dog sled rides • Chili cook-off • Great kids’ activities ... and much more!

For full schedule of events check out our website:

www.winterloo.com

February 16-18, 2013 UpTown Waterloo

JOINT MINOR SPORTS REGISTRATION

Update

After consultation with our affiliated community sport organizations, the City of Waterloo and the City of Kitchener will no longer be holding joint Spring and Fall Minor Sports Registration Days at Conestoga Mall.

Throughout the year, both cities wil work together to provide other registration opportunities. For an understanding of a particular sport’s registration period and policies, we recommend visiting their home website.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding Minor Sports Registration or about upcoming opportunities, please call the Coordinator of Sports and Recreation at 519-886-1177 x273 or email minorsports@waterloo.ca.

FAMILY DAY WINTERLOO SPORT TRY-IT! Join the City of Waterloo and affiliated sport organizations on Family Day, February 18 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Waterloo Public Square and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at First United Church Gym. It’s an opportunity to try out several different sports, and there will also be booths set up for programming and registration information.

Find more details of the event at www.waterloo.ca/minorsports

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Do you want to have more energy? Feel healthy and strong? Feel good about yourself?

Just move!

Adding physical activity to your day feels good—and it’s fun, too.

www.waterloo.ca BE ACTIVE—YOUR WAY—EVERY DAY!

WATERLOO MINOR SOCCER CLUB 2013 Looking for something to do this summer? Come Join Us. WMSC provides Recreational and Competitive soccer programming for over 5,000 players, year round for ages 4 (born 2009) through to Senior (born 1994 and earlier) Registration: Feb. 6 & 7th RIM Park Room 207, 10am-8pm OR Register on-line at www.waterloominorsoccer.com We offer Soccer Camps during March Break (Mar.14-18) as well as fun and exciting Summer Camps July and August.

Proof of age required for ALL new player registrations.

Development Program This exciting program is designed to teach leadership skills, with an emphasis on the skills required for future camp counselors.

This program is mandatory for all new camp volunteers, and is also counted towards your required Community Service hours for high school.

Location: Albert McCormick

Community Centre Age:

13-16 (born 1997-2000)

Cost

$190 plus the cost of a vulnerable sector police check

Dates and Times of Course July 2-5, 2013 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. all days Attendance for all dates is MANDATORY, and you are also required to complete a 2-week placement in one of our City of Waterloo programs. (Please note that the coordinator will determine the best camp setting for each participant.)

For more details, please visit our website or see our ad in the Spring Program & Activities Guide.

Check our website for more information www.waterloominorsoccer.com Call us at 519-578-9680 Email us at wmsc@waterloominorsoccer.com

Follow us on twitter @WMSC1

www.waterloo.ca/camp PAGE 15

WINTER/SPRING 2013 SKATING SCHEDULE *Skates end week of March 22-28, 2013 Monday

WMRC RIM Park AS 11 a.m.-1:20 p.m. SH-P&C P&C 1:30-2:50 p.m. 9:30-10:50 a.m.

(Feb. 18 time change: 11 a.m.-12:20 p.m.)

PS 1-2:50 p.m.

(Feb 18 only)

Tuesday

Moses Springer

AMCC SH-A 11:30 a.m.-12:50 p.m.

AS 11 a.m.-1:20 p.m.

SH-A 11:30 a.m.-12:50 p.m.

PS 4-4:50 p.m.

SH-P&C 9:30-10:50 a.m.

SH-A 11:30 a.m.-12:50 p.m.

AS 11 a.m.-1:20 p.m.

P&C 1-2:20 p.m.

PS 4-4:50 p.m.

SH-A 11:30 a.m.-12:50 p.m.

Wednesday AS 11 a.m.-1:20 p.m. SH-P&C 9:30-10:50 a.m.

SH-55+ 10-10:50 a.m.

SH-A 11:30 a.m.-12:50 p.m.

AS 11 a.m.-1:20 p.m.

SH-A 11:30 a.m.-12:50 p.m.

SH-W 11:30 a.m.-12:50 p.m.

P&C 1:30-2:50 p.m.

Thursday

SH-Y 4-4:50 p.m.

AS 11 a.m.-1:20 p.m. AS 11 a.m.-1:20 p.m.

SH-P&C 1:30-2:50 p.m.

Friday

SH-A 11:30 a.m.-12:50 p.m.

SH-A 11:30 a.m.-12:50 p.m.

P&C 1:30-2:50 p.m.

AS 11 a.m.-1:20 p.m. P&C 9:30-10:50 a.m.

SH-P&C 1:30-2:50 p.m.

PS 4-4:50 p.m.

SH-A 11:30 a.m.-12:50 p.m.

AS 11 a.m.-1:20 p.m.

SH-A 11:30 a.m.-12:50 p.m.

Saturday

SH-W 11:30 a.m.-12:50 p.m.

PS 7:30-8:50 p.m.

PS 3-3:50 p.m.

Sunday

AS 8:40-10:30 p.m.

PS 3:40-5:30 p.m.

PS 11 a.m.-12:50 p.m.

SKATE CODES

SH-55+ Seniors’ Shinny age 55+ AS Adult Skate SH-P&C Parent & Child Shinny P&C Parent & Child Skate SH-W Women’s Shinny PS Public Skate SH-Y Youth Shinny ages 13-15 SH-A Adult Shinny See next page for skate descriptions. *Due to special events/tournaments there may be skate cancellations. www.waterloo.ca/skate Be sure to check with the facility before coming to the rink.

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SKATING & ARENA DETAILS Parent & Child Skate P&C Unsupervised Parent & Child Shinny SH-P&C Unsupervised

Youth Shinny 13-15 yrs SH-Y Unsupervised

Public Skate PS Supervised Adult Skate AS Unsupervised Adult/Women’s Shinny SH-A/W Unsupervised Seniors’ Shinny SH-55+ Unsupervised

For parents, pre-school and homeschooled children 12 & under wishing to skate together.

No sticks and pucks permitted. A skating adult must be present.

One adult + up to 3 children $7.00 For parents, pre-school and home-schooled children, 12 & under, wishing to play shinny together.

Sticks and pucks permitted; nets will be available for use.

A skating adult must be present.

One adult + up to 3 children $7.00 Maximum 30 skaters Shinny hockey offered for ages 13-15 years. Full CSA-approved hockey equipment strongly recommended to be worn by all on-ice participants. *Not for team practices. To book ice for team practices, call 519-886-1177 x246. $7.00 per person Maximum 22 skaters Skating program for all ages. Skating aids permitted at discretion of facility staff, based on number of participants. All children 7 years and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Adult $5.00 Children/Youth $4.25 Family (max 2 adults + 2 children) $12.00 Any adult 18 & over can join the fun. No sticks or pucks permitted.

Adult $5.00 Lifestyle 55+ $4.25 Any adult 18 & over can join the fun.

Adult $7.00 Goalies free Maximum 22 skaters Any adult 55 & over can join the fun.

Adult $4.50 Maximum 22 skaters

FAMILY DAY SKATING AT WMRC—Monday, February 18 P&C

11 a.m. to 12:20 p.m.

PS

PARTICIPASS PRICES Great savings on a 10-pass book!

Adult

$40.00

Adult Hockey (Goalies no charge)

$56.00

Child/Youth

$34.00

Family

$96.00

Lifestyle 55+ Skate

$34.00

Lifestyle 55+ Shinny

$36.00

Parent & Child Shinny/Skate

$56.00

1 to 2:50 p.m.

RINK GUIDELINES Parent & Child Skate and Shinny Programs The operators of this facility strongly recommend that CSA-approved safety equipment (including head, eye and facial protection) be worn by all on-ice participants during Parent & Child Skate and Shinny programs.

A skating adult must be present for Parent & Child programs.

FACILITY INFORMATION

Private Skating Party Ice Time Visit www.waterloo.ca/rentals for availability and pricing or call 519-886-1177 x246.

TTY for all facilities: 1-866-786-3941

Arena Holiday Closures All arenas will be closed for statutory holidays unless otherwise posted. Notices will be posted on-line and at facilities two weeks in advance.

*Signs will be posted at facilities to advise of program changes and cancellations. You can also contact the facility directly at the number listed or visit www.waterloo.ca/cancellations Albert McCormick Community Centre (AMCC) 500 Parkside Drive 519-885-1220 Cancellations ext. 404 Moses Springer Community Centre 150 Lincoln Road 519-885-4530 RIM Park Manulife Financial Sportsplex & Healthy Living Centre (RIM) 2001 University Avenue 519-884-7422 Cancellations ext. 504 Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex (WMRC) 101 Father David Bauer Drive 519-886-1177 Cancellations ext. 310

Wheelchair Skates The City of Waterloo has four sets of wheelchair skates (skis that attach to a wheelchair) available for use at RIM Park or Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex.

Reservation recommended.

Summer Skate Schedule The Summer 2013 Skate Schedule will appear in the Summer Program & Activities Guide, May 30, 2013.

*Visit www.waterloo.ca/cancellations for program changes.

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WATERLOO GOLF ACADEMY

JUNIOR CAMPS

AGES 8-18      

 

One week golf camps (Monday-Friday) Choice of half or full day Golf instruction at our state of the art facility Everyday golf course play integrated into the camp Great for all skill levels, beginner to advanced The following golf skills are extensively covered:  Putting  Chipping  Driving & Iron play  Setup  Tempo  Swing Fundamentals  Golf Course Etiquette  Rules & Strategies Instruction occurs on the golf course, driving range, short game facility, & putting course CN Future Links Junior Skills Challenge, lunch, and prizes for all campers on final day

TESTIMONIALS “This was my child’s first time golfing and she had a fantastic week! The instructors were friendly & knowledgeable, she made new friends, and she loved being able to play the golf course everyday...you don’t get that with any other program!”

CAMP A— July 8th-July 12th CAMP B— July 15th-July 19th CAMP C— July 22nd-July 26th CAMP D— July 29th-August 2nd CAMP E— August 12th-August 16th CAMP F— August 19th-August 23rd HALF DAY (9am-Noon) $199 FULL DAY (9am-3:30pm) $269

“My little guy has requested this camp every summer for the last 6 years. My husband loves that he has a new lifetime golfing partner!”

“The instructors are really nice and I’ve gotten a lot better at golf. I can’t wait until next summer!”

JUNIOR LESSONS AGES 4-13

SCHEDULE

 Four one hour lessons introducing young

SERIES #1 - Starts the Week of May 6th  Choice of four Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, or Fridays from 6-7pm  Or four Saturdays 11am-Noon

golfers to the fundamentals & etiquette of golf in an enjoyable group environment  Each lesson series covers the fundamentals of:  Putting & Chipping  Iron play & Driving  Each series ends with a CN Future Links Junior Skills Challenge, lunch, and prizes for all participants Junior Skills Challenge & Lunch Schedule: Series #1 & 2: Saturday, July 13th Series #3, 4, & 5: Saturday, August 24th $99 before April 30th, 2013 $119 beginning May 1st, 2013

SERIES #2 - Starts the Week of June 10th  Choice of four Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, or Fridays from 6-7pm SERIES #3 - July 15th-18th (MondayThursday) from 6-7pm SERIES #4 - July 29th-August 1st (Monday-Thursday) from 6-7pm SERIES #5 - August 12th-15th (MondayThursday) from 6-7pm

All prices are subject to applicable taxes

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REGISTRATION To register for our Junior Camps or Junior Lessons please visit: WaterlooGolf.ca Upon completion of the online registration, we will contact you to complete payment via our online store, by phone, fax, or in person in our Pro Shop SPOTS ARE LIMITED! SIGN UP TODAY 100 Wilmot Line Waterloo, Ontario N2J 3Z4 Phone: (519) 886-6555 Fax: (519) 886-1446 Website: waterloogolf.ca Email: info@waterloogolf.ca

Monday, March 11 Outing: Wild World Production Company Code:142428

Tuesday, March 12 Outing: Movie Code:142429

Wednesday, March 13 Outing: Mad Science Code:142430

Thursday, March 14 Outing: Steckle Homestead Code:142431

Friday, March 15 Outing: Carnival Code:142432

MARCH BREAK MADNESS! A variety of exciting days to keep your kids enthused and exhausted! Leaders from our 2012 Summer Camps will lead the many activities which include crafts, sports, songs, games, trips and more. Volunteers will also be on hand to assist with the program. If your kids are free this March Break, this is the place to be!

This program fills quickly, and spots may not be available for all days.

AGE: 5-12 years (Age-appropriate adaptations will be incorporated for activities. Child must be stated age at start of program—no exceptions will be made.)

TIME: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

COST (by day): $39 per day per child

LOCATION: Manulife Financial Soccer & Sport Centre (Bechtel Park) For program information call 519-886-1177 x280 or email dawn.tozer@waterloo.ca TTY: 1-866-786-3941

Register now to avoid disappointmentspots fill quickly! www.waterloo.ca/camp

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NON-PRIME ICE RENTALS

RUGBY LEARN TO PLAY!

WEEKDAY DAYTIME hours are available, and

can be booked year-round Perfect for shift workers—START YOUR OWN

LEAGUE or get together for pickup hockey Organize a private RECREATIONAL SKATE for

your group and/or their families BOOK for the season or a week at a time—or anything in between!

GREAT NON-PRIME PRICES! FOR DETAILS contact Facility Allocation & Booking at 519-886-1177 x246 email: fab@waterloo.ca VIEW online availability at http://expressreg.waterloo.ca (Facility Rentals tab)

• Indoor, Non-Contact League • Co-ed adult league • Men’s Open League • Junior Boys (18 and under) • Women’s Open League • Junior Girls (18 and under) • Register as a team (12 max) or as an individual!

Registration Day: Saturday, April 13, 2013 Bluevale Collegiate Institute – Portable #7 80 Bluevale St. N., Waterloo 10 a.m. – 12 noon More Information On-Line At:

www.waterloocountyrugby.com www.waterloo.ca

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Stormwater credits are also available for non-residential property owners.

For more information about the credit program visit: www.waterloo.ca/stormwatercredit

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