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COMMUNITYHow to register 4Registration Form 5Community Contact List 6Centre Wellington Events 7Fergus Grand Theatre 32Elora Centre for the Arts 11

FITNESSFitness Classes 16Weight Room 17

AQUATICSGeneral Pool Information 20Pool Swim Schedule 21Pool Aquafit Schedule 22Admission Prices 23Red Cross Program Structure 23Lesson Descriptions (preschool) 24Swimming Lesson Schedule 26Specialty Programs 28Advanced Leadership 29

ADULT 55 PLUSVictoria Park Seniors Centre Programs 35

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AquaticsSee pages 20-29 for Aquatic programs

How to Register - Registration begins June 8

Adult/Senior ProgramsSee pages 35-45 for complete listing of programs for Adults/Seniors

• In Person •550 Belsyde Ave,

FergusJune Office Hours

Mon to Thurs.8:30am - 9:00pm

Fri. 8:30am - 8:00pmSat. 11:30am - 4:00pmSun. 11:30am - 4:00pm

Jul & Aug Office HoursSat. 11:30am-4:00pm

Sunday closed

• By Fax •(519) 843-2565

Visa orMaster Card

Payments only

• By Mail •Township of CentreWellington Parks &Recreation Dept.

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

• On Line •ProgramABLE

All you need is your family PIN Number, and Visa or

Master Card number.www.centrewellington.ca/programABLE

• In Person •150 Albert St. W.

Fergus

Office HoursMon to Fri.

9:00am - 4:00pm

• By Fax •(519) 787-2091

Visa orMaster Card

Payments only

• By Mail •Victoria Park

Seniors Centre

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

• On Line •ProgramABLE

All you need is your family PIN Number, and Visa or

Master Card number.www.centrewellington.ca/programABLE

For first time users, please contact

Victoria Park Sr. Centreto obtain your pin number.

Not registered before? Contact the Community Sportsplex now to get your family set up on our registration program, 843-2800. This will speed dup the process on the first day. It will also enable you to register using programABLE on the internet. NOTE: No phone registrations on the first day of registrations.

Registration PoliciesCompleting your registration Form:Please complete the form in its entirety. If your program identifies otherdays or times that may be alternatives for you, enter them as your second choices. This will avoid delays in processing if your first choice isfull. All registrations will be processed on a first come first serve basis.Registration that are dropped off in person, emailed orfaxed before registration starts will be processed at the endof the first day of registration.

Payment fees:We accept cheques, money orders, cash, debit, Visa or Master Card. Wehave calculated the GST (5%) and included it in our fees where applicable.There is a $45.00 fee for NSF cheques. Please note: Registrations andbookings will not be accepted on those accounts that have an outstandingbalance. No post dated cheques are accepted.

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

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

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

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

4. Pro-rated refunds will be issued for medical reasons only with a doctors certificate. (A minimum $15.00 or 15% administration fee will apply.)

5. Transfers will be accepted prior to the third class. No transfers will take place beyond the 3rd class of a session.

6. No refunds will be issued for senior’s bus trips.

Disclaimer:Precautions have been taken to ensure correct information, however, if anerror occurs with pricing in this book, our registration system will be takenas the correct fee.

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Program Registration FormAdult First Name: Adult Last Name:

Address: Town: Postal Code:

P.O Box: Email Address: Phone Number:

Emergency Contact: Relationship: Phone:

Medical Conditions/Special Needs:

PARTICIPANT 1First Name: Last Name: Birth date (mm/dd/yr) M F

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Method of Payment:

Cash Cheque (Payable to Township of C.W.) Debit Visa Master CardCredit Card Number:

Expiry Date:Month Year

Grand Total:

Cardholders Name: (please print)

First Name Initial Surname

Signature:*A minimum of $15.00 or 15% administration fee will apply to cancellations. No cancellations are accepted within 5 business days of course start date.

Disclaimer:I, , hereby release the Centre Wellington Parks & Recreation Department from all damages arising from anyaccidents or injury which is caused by or arises from participation of the applicant hereon or during any program or in any facility wherea program is being held.


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HELPAmbulance (Admin.) 843-5909Animal Control, Jo Alans 843-7734Blue Cross 1-800-873-2583Centre Wellington Hydro 843-2900Centre Well. Township Office 846-9691Crime Stoppers 1-800-222-8477Distress Centre Well/Dufferin 1-888-821-3760Fire - Administration 843-1950Fire - Public Safety Officer 843-1950Groves Hospital Volunteer Assoc. 843-2010Groves Memorial Hospital 843-2010Health Unit, Well/Duff/Guelph 846-2715Highway Info (Winter) 1-800-265-5407Hydro Emergency in Fergus & Elora 827-8588or827-8589Kid's Help Line 1-800-668-6868OPP - 24 hrs 1-800-310-1122OPP - Admin 856-1506Poison Information 1-800-268-9017Rural Womens Support Programme 843-6834Sewer Emergency 1-888-886-9281St. John Ambulance, Les Morrison 846-8704The Door Youth Centre 787-0925

GENERAL INFORMATIONB.I.A Office, Elora 846-2563B.I.A Office, Fergus 787-1384Centre for Environmental Excellence 846-8396C.W. Comm. Sportsplex - Fergus 843-2800Chamber of Commerce, Elora 846-9841Chamber of Commerce, Fergus 843-5140Elora Community Centre 843-2800Post Office, Elora 846-5681Post Office, Fergus 843-1730Wellington Cty. Library, Elora Branch 846-0190Wellington Cty. Library, Fergus Branch 843-1180Wellington Cty. Library, Aboyne Branch 846-0918

ARTS & CULTUREC.W. Childrens Drama, Sara Dunbar 843-5007C.W. Singers, Suzanne Bielmann 837-1994C.W. Youth Band, Brent Rowan 823-8893Cataract Trailway, Tom Skimson 846-5635Elora Arts Council, Riki Weiland 846-8906Elora Centre for the Arts 846-9698Elora Community Theatre, Liz Pieper 787-2263Elora Festival 846-0331Elora Festival Singers 846-0331Elora & Salem Horticulture, S.Shoemaker 846-5579Elora Writers Festival, Shirley Smith 846-0235Fergus Brass Band, Dale Campbell 830-3349Fall Fair Board, Andrew Taylor 822-3197Fergus Grand Theatre 787-1981Fergus Horticultural, Kathy Bouma 843-7703Fergus Pipe Band, Cindy Lindsay 843-3656Fergus Scottish Festival 787-0099Fergus Truck Show 843-3412Grand Celtic Pipe Band, C. MacDonald 787-0191Grinder Productions, Eric Goudie 780-7593Neighbour Woods, Toni Ellis 846-0841Not so Grand Players, Judy Faires 787-0346On the Spot Productions, Paul Faires 787-0346

Puppets Elora, Annerose Schmidt 846-8123Village Idot Productions 846-9336Vision Theatre Productions, J. Faires 787-0346Volunteer Centre of Guelph Wellington 822-0912Wellington Cty. Museum & Archives 846-0916Wellington Waterloo Playhouse, A. Argue 787-7441

CLUBS & LODGESBeavers, Belwood, Mary Anne 843-6551Beavers, Elora, Debbie Savage 846-0656Beavers, Fergus, Gwen Orr 787-0399Belwood Hall (for bookings) 843-2800Belwood Lions Club, Gerry Ellen 843-2990Bridge Club, Don McNiven 843-1361Brownies, Sparks,Fergus, M. Skerritt 846-0328Brownies, Sparks, Elora, Cathy Bruder 763-2199Centre Wellington Rotary, Dave Rushton 787-7883Centre Well. Women's Events Comm 843-6834Cubs, Elora, Debbie Savage 846-0656Cubs, Scouts, Belwood, MaryAnne 843-6551Elora Lions Club, Joe Van den Borre 843-5528Fergus & District Kinsmen, Don Cousins 843-6097Fergus Lioness, Darlene Heffernan 837-6297Fergus Lions Club, Hilda Wainwright 843-4516First Fergus Scouting, Gwen Orr 787-0399G.R.C.A., Belwood, Derek Strub 843-2979G.R.C.A., Elora, Dan Morden 846-9742Guides, Pthfinders, Elora, Cathy Bruder 763-2199Guides, Pthfinders, Fergus, M. Skerritt 846-0328IODE, Shelagh McRae 843-3174Masonic Lodge, Elora, Chris Brown 787-0554Masonic Lodge, Fergus, Mike Blazek 843-7685Mercer Masonic Lodge, David Chance 843-4224Optimist Club of C.W. Fergus, G. Bailey 843-2554Optimist Club, Elora, Shirley Giesel 846-9480Opti-Mrs., Rose Shaw 843-4192Order of Eastern Star, Muriel Brown 787-0554Probus Club, Fergus, Peter Brophy 823-1175Rebelah Lodge, Elora, Ann Warren 843-2247Rotary Club, George Rolfe 843-5732Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 229 846-9611Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 275 843-2345Senior Transit, Richard Collins 843-2380Senior Transit, Bus Rental 843-1711The Door Youth Centre 787-0925Victoria Park Seniors Centre 787-1814Welcome Wagon, Patty Klein 843-7055Women's Institute, Joan Bosomworth 846-9729Women's Institute, Doreen Ecclestone 843-1998

SUPPORT SERVICESBig Brothers & Big Sister of Centre Well 787-0106Block Parents, Elora - call OPPBlock Parents, Fergus - call OPPCancer Society, David Mitchell 843-8839Centre Wellington Food Bank 787-1401Community Resource Centre of N&Cwell 843-7000Community Mental Health 843-6191Continuing Education 836-7280Family & Children Services 824-2410Meals on Wheels 1-800-727-1581ext. 3002

DANCE INSTRUCTIONClickin Country Cloggers, S. Patterson 823-5625Elora Grand Squares 843-3260Fergus/Elora Dance 846-6666DD Ballroom Dance Group, D. Dube 846-8806Grand River Dance Academy 843-5040MacDonald School of Scottish Arts 846-5854Scottish Country Dancing 843-3565Square Dancing, Valerie Kampf 843-3260

SPORTS & LEISUREBadminton Club, Ross Langlands 843-3246Ball Hockey, Cary Valedis 846-2983Basketball (Youth) Spencer Linwood 787-1223Beach Volleyball, Tom Woods 787-1945Belwood Sailing Club, Margaret Hull 821-9972Break Away Sports, Julie Katerberg 846-9013C.W. Special Olympics, Ron Heiple 843-5197Cheerleading Bears, Cyndi or Kimberly 827-6811Curling Club, Elora 846-0440Curling Club, Fergus 843-2641Cycling Club, Nick Bachinski 787-0441Fergus Model Flyers,Don Martin 843-3153Football, Chris Brown 787-0554Friends of the Grand, Larry MacGratton 843-3102Grand River Girls Hockey, J. Feniak 843-7561Gymnastics Club, Ross Langlands 843-3246In-door Soccer, Evelyn Henderson 843-6833In-Line Hockey, Colleen DeBoer 846-8114Lacrosse, Old-timers, Gerald Benham 846-8225Men's Slow Pitch, Elora, Mark Haladyn 846-5086Men's Three Pitch, Elora, Ashley Woods 787-1888Men's Three Pitch, Fergus, P. Wallace 843-5047Men's Three Pitch, Fergus, D.Parkinson 843-5923/846-5699Mill Ridge Pony Club 787-0664Minor HardBall, Elora& Fergus, D. Zinger 846-5989Minor Hockey Elora, Mike Von Massow 846-8610Minor Hockey, Fergus, Kevin Cassidy 787-2503Minor Lacrosse, Elora, R. Crowder 846-2973Minor Lacrosse, Fergus, Greg Goss 843-4054Minor Ball, Alma, Robert Held 848-5599Minor Ball, Belwood, Carolyn Lubberts 843-7113Minor Softball, Fergus, Jeanne Dalton 843-4672Minor Softball, Ponsonby, Pat Kurtz 836-8466Ponsonby Rec. Club, Shirley Obergan 846-8113Racquets Club 846-9910Ringette, Jeff Snyder 787-3814Rugby Club, Joe Bowley 400-0547Skating Club, Fergus, Monique Kortenaar 823-7785Skating Club,Elora, Lee Croll 843-8388Snowmobile Club Inc, Leslie O'Reilly 836-4095Soccer, F.E.D.S 843-3360Sychronized Skating, Laurie Leighton 843-1304Swim Team, Cathy Pollock 846-8010Taoist Tai Chi, Lorraine Harris 843-5554Tennis Club, 787-7003Three Pitch, Elora,Tracee Fletcher 787-1170Women's Industrial Ball, Laurie Brohman 824-2675

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DATE EVENT LOCATION INFOJUNE3-Jun Centre Wellington Blood Donor Clinic Elora Community Centre 888-236-62836 Jun Free Public Swim to 1st 40 Kids, sponsored by Newdon Industries C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-843-28006-Jun Ham Radio Fest C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-843-28006-Jun What every Babysitter should know Course St. John Ambulance 519-846-87046-Jun Elora Minor Lacrosse Midget Tournament Elora Community Centre 519-843-28006 & 7 Jun The Grand Painting Experience Elora Centre for the Arts 519-846-96987-Jun Elora Minor Lacrosse Intermediate Tournament Elora Community Centre 519-843-28006-7 Jun Ultimate Frisbee Tournament Various Locations 519-843-28009 Jun Fergus Brass Band Community Concert Ferrier Court Residence12-13 Jun Relay for Life - Canadian Cancer Society C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-824-426112 - 13 Jun Fergus Elora Academy of Dance - Recital C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-787-183516 Jun Fergus Brass Band Community Concert Wilkie Parks, Fergus16 Jun Centre Wellington Blood Donor Clinic Elora Community Centre 888-236-628317 June Fergus Hort. Society - “Decorating your garden with Twigs” Victoria Park Sr. Centre 519-843-770318 Jun - 7 Sept Insights 2009 Jurored Exhibition Wellington County Museum 519-846-091619-20 Jun Emergency Level First Aid Level A CPR St. John Ambulance 519-846-870419-21 Jun Standard Level First Aid and Level C CPR Course St. John Ambulance 519-846-870410 Jun Summer Thyme Herb & Garden Fair Wellington County Museum 519-846-091620 Jun Doors Open Centre Wellington Elora Centre for the Arts 519-846-969820 Jun Party Rockers - Pre Teen Dance C.W. Community Sportspelx 519-846-969820 - 21 Jun Historical Automobile Society Flea Market C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-843-280021 Jun Fergus Hort. Society - Annual Fergus Garden Tour Various Locations 519-843-770323 Jun Fergus Brass Band Kids Concert Milburn Park24 Jun-Aug 2 Simple Pleasures for the summer Weekly themed events Wellington County Museum 519-846-091629 Jun - 2 Jul Summer Day Camp Program - Friday field trip to Bingemans C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-843-2800

JULYJul & Aug Summer Camp “Imagination Station” Elora Centre for the Arts 519-846-96981 Jul Canada Day Celebrations - Fergus, Entertainment & Fireworks C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-843-28001 Jul Dominion Day Celebrations - Elora - 8am Firemen’s Breakfast Downtown Elora 519-846-98413-5 Jul Fergus Minor Lacrosse - Scott Gerrie Tournament C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-843-28004 Jul Free Public Swim to 1st 40 kids, sponsored by Newdon Industries C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-843-28006 - 10 Jul Summer Day Camp Program - Friday Field trip to Bingemans C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-843-28006 - 17 Jul Summer Workshops for Kids Wellington County Museum 519-846-09166-31 Jul Art Workshop in Elora Sponsored by the Wellington County Museum Elora Public School 519-846-09167 Jul Fergus Brass Band Community Concert Scotland Street Condos10 Jul - 2 Aug Elora Festival 30th Anniversary - over 35 Concerts Various Venues 519-846-033111 Jul Elora Minor Lacrosse Tyke Tournament Elora Community Centre 519-843-280011 Jul Party Rockers - Pre Teen Dance C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-843-280011 & 12 Jul Art in the Yard Elora Centre for the Arts 519-846-969812 Jul Elora Minor Lacrosse Novice Tournament Elora Community Centre 519-843-280013 - 17 Jul Summer Day Camp Program - Friday field trip to Bingemans C. W. Community Sportsplex 519-843-280014 Jul Fergus Brass Band Community Concert Caressant Care18 Jul Fergus Brass Band Community Concert, Craft Fair & BBQ Pine Meadows19 Jul Historical Automobile Society - Flea Market C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-843-280019 Jul Fergus Lions Club - Triathalon C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-843-451620 - 24 Jul Summer Day Camp Program - Friday field trip to Bingemans C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-843-280021 Jul Centre Wellington Blood Donor Clinic C.W. Community Sportsplex 888-236-628321 Jul Fergus Brass Band Community Concert Wellington Terrace23-26 Jul Fergus Truck Show C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-843-341228 Jul Fergus Brass Band Community Concert Highland Manor

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DATE EVENT LOCATION INFOAUGUST4 - 7 Aug Summer Day Camp Program - Friday field trip to Bingemans C.W. Sportsplex 519-843-28005 Aug Centre Wellington Blood Donor Clinic Elora Community Centre 888-236-62837 - 9 Aug Fegus Scottish Festival & Highland Games C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-787-009910 - 14 Aug Summer Day Camp Program - Friday field trip to Bingemans C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-843-280010 - 14 Summer Day Camp Program Elora Centre for the Arts 519-846-969817 - 21 Aug Summer Day Camp Program - Friday field trip to Bingemans C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-843-280017 - 21 Aug Summer Day Camp Program Elora Centre for the Arts 519-846-969818 Aug Centre Wellington Blood Donor Clinic C.W. Community Sportsplex 888-236-628323 Aug Fergus Brass Band Community Concert Wellington County Museum24 - 28 Aug Summer Day Camp Program Elora Centre for the Arts 519-846-969825 Aug Fergus Brass Band Kids Concert Bissel Park29 Aug Party Rockers - Pre Teen Dance C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-843-280030 Aug Antique & Classic Car Show Wellington County Museum 519-846-0916

SEPTEMBER1 Sept Fergus Brass Band Community Concert Heritage River Retirement12 Sept Party Rockers - Pre Teen Dance C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-843-280013 Sept Terry Fox Run ForFar Park, Cataract Trail 519-843-280018 - 20 Sept Fergus Fall Fair C.W. Community Sportsplex 519-843-280015 Sept Centre Wellington Blood Donor Clinic C.W. Community Sportsplex 888-236-6283

Centre Wellington Events

Real Estate Centre Inc., BrokerageEach office independently owned & operated

782 Tower St. S., Fergus

(519) 787-0203 fax:(519)787-1761

[email protected] | www.clairewelsh.com

Sales RepresentativeClaire WELSH


Relax, Register Online!www.centrewellington.ca/programABLE

GETTING STARTED:Step 1:To get started, one adult member of the family must request a private online account.It’s easy, just follow these step-by-step instructions.1. Go to www.centrewellington.ca/programABLE2. Click on the My Account tab.

If you don’t have an account, click on Create New Account.3. Enter your account information, including your email address

(You will receive your account activation information by email)4. Hit the “Submit” button

Your request may take up to 48 hours to process. Once your online account is active,you can add family members ad view your account details. If you already have an account,call 519-843-2800 and ask for your account Number and PIN. You are ready to go!

Step 2: From the same website, you can then register for any activity. It’s easy, simply;1. Search the current activities.2. Click on any activity name and hit “Add to my cart”3. Login with your Login ID and Password4. Select the family member(s) who will participate in the activity and

answer any questions or add comments5. Click on Check Out to submit payment information.6. Hit “Continue” twice to confirm your order 7. Click “Ok” on the security notice, complete your credit card payment

(MasterCard or Visa), and hit “Continue” (note: you can print your receipt)That’s it, you’re registered!

Registration starts

June 8th!

Folk Festival2pm - 9pm

Fergus Market parking lotFathers Day Weekend

Shop Downtown for Dad

Art Walk10am - 4pmSt. Andrew St.,

Templin Gardens, Fergus Market

Information:(519) [email protected]

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Kids Karate Camp FergusKids Karate Camp FergusKids Karate Camp FergusKids Karate Camp FergusKids Karate Camp FergusKids Karate Camp FergusLots of fun and excitment for the summer!!!Lots of fun and excitment for the summer!!!games karate arts crafts meditation and more

Week 1 July 13th to 17th Week 2 August 17th to 21stWeek 1 July 13th to 17th Week 2 August 17th to 21stFull day camp is 9am to 4pm $128.00+GST

Half day available upon request $75.00+GST*Early morning drop off 8:30am and late pick up till 5:30pm is available at an additional $15 per day*

Please make cheques payable to Bushido Martial ArtsRegistration due by June 30th and July 30thRegistration due by June 30th and July 30th

Held at our Grand River Dance Academy location.

Call 519-843-4087 or email [email protected] For more information.Call 519-843-4087 or email [email protected] For more information.

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

Or visit our website at www.bushidomartialartsca.com

TRITONENGINEERING

SERVICESLIMITED

Consulting Engineers

105 Queen St. W., Unit 14Fergus, Ontario N1M 1S6Tel: (519) 843-3920

Fax: (519) 843-1943

• MUNICIPAL• ENVIRONMENTAL• TRANSPORTATION• WATER RESOURCES

Offices located in:Fergus • Orangeville • Gravenhurst

Supporting Local Recreation andSports Activities

745 St. David Street N, Fergus(519)843-1171

Two great locations for ALL your building & hardware needs!

735 Tower Street S, Fergus(519)843-1731



Fergus EloraSt. John Ambulance

2009 Training ScheduleCourse Location

St. John Ambulance Training Facility(pre-registration is required)66 County Rd. 7, Elora

(Lower level of Village Motor Inn)Call: (519) 846-8704

What every Babysitter should knowCost: $55.00

Dates: June 6, Sept. 19, Oct. 3, Nov. 7

Emergency Level First Aid Level A CPRCost: $75.00

Dates: Friday 7-9; Saturday 9-2

June 19, 20; Aug. 28, 29; Sept. 25, 26;Oct. 23, 24

Standard Level First Aid and Level C CPRCost: $125.00

Dates: Weekends Friday 7-9; Saturday & Sunday 9-5

June 19, 20, 21; Aug. 28, 29, 30; Sept. 25, 26,27; Oct. 23, 24, 25; Nov. 13, 14, 15

Looking for more Advance Training?

CPR Health Care Professional CourseCall for Dates

Medical First Responder (MFR)Call for dates

3 & 5 day courses

Minimum prerequisite:St. John Ambulance Standard First Aid

& Heart Saver

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

Our Dates Don’t fit your Schedule?We will gladly arrange a custom, private course

to your group or industry at a time and date that is convenient for you. Courses can be

held at your location or ours. Minimum number of students required.

A United Way Agency

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ILLAGE INNV ELORAAir Conditioning

High Speed Internet Cable TV • Non Smoking rooms

Complimentary Continental Breakfast

Affordable night stay in beautiful Elora!66 Wellington Rd. #7, Elora

519-846-5333 1-888-733-3567www.villageinnelora.com

• outside boat and RV parking• month to month or long term rental• commercial and residential• various sized units• 24hrs a day, 7 days a week access• secured fenced lot• video surveillance• we accept Visa & Mastercard

LOCATION:730 Glengarry Crescent

Fergus, On

519-843-1300


Guitar, Vocal, Piano, Theory

with music

KEYFESTBeginners, Teens & Adults

MUSIC FOR YOUNG CHILDREN

3 - 8 year olds

KINDERMUSIKVillage (Birth to 18 month)Our Time (18 months-3 yrs)

Imagine That (3-5 yrs)

a good beginningnever ends

Private Instruction

519-843-3517

Performancetudios

Friendships enrichthe lives of children.

Share a few hours with a childwho needs you.

Volunteer Opportunities:1-1 Match, Couples Match, In-school Mentoring, Group Volunteer

PO Box 333 Fergus, On N1M 3E2 Phone: 519-787-0106 Email: [email protected]

Make a childSmile

S A I L I N G D A Y C A M P AND EVENING LESSONS ON BELWOOD LAKE

JULY 20 TO 24Ages 8 to 14 Monday to Friday 9 to 4:30PM $250Ages 15 and up Mon. to Thurs. 6PM to dusk $175Certified instructors, boats, & lifejackets provided

Contact Amy @ 519 886 [email protected]

www.blsc.on.ca/boom.asp

Fergus & District

Kinsmen Club

“Serving the Community’sGreatest Need”

Helping in the fight against Cystic Fibrosis

Meetings: 1st & 3rd Tuesdays of the Month

Smart Serve Bartending Services available

For information contact:Christopher Lloyd

Membership Chairman519-843-1314


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guideOur Summer cover is courtesy of

Mike Robinson. A great action shot taken during theElora Gorge Kayak/Canoe Races.

do you want to be on our cover ?send your high resolution (600 dpi) digital images along with contact information to: [email protected] must be of activity within the Centre Wellington area taken within the last calendar year.*Photographers of the final image selections will be required to complete a written waiver.

photo by Mike Robinson

With HEATHER ENNIS,Certified Personal Trainer (over 15 years experience)

Aqua Rehab & Arthritis Specialist, Pilates Mat &

Movement Specialist.

Personal Fitness ConsultingPost Rehab Programs

Injury prevention programsWater Therapy Programs

Core Conditioning ProgramsSport Specific Programs

Offering: Pilates Classes - AM & PM

Living Fit Helps:• Osteoporosis • Arthritis • Diabetes

• And many other medical conditions • For better living* Gift Certificates Available *

IN HOME, GYM, POOLPERSONAL FITNESS TRAINING

(519) 846-5945


519-843-7000519-787-0106Centre Wellington

Canadian Tire Jump Start is a community based charitable program that helps kids

in financial need to participate in organized sport and recreationsuch as basketball, soccer, dance or swimming.

If your child is interested in physical activity, please contactBig Brother/Big Sisters or the Community Resource Centre

to find out if he/she is eligible.

PHYSIOTHERAPY

What we’re all about.Eramosa Physiotherapy Associates (EPA) has a strong

reputation in evidence-based physiotherapy especially

in the areas of shoulder and low back pain for people

of all ages. Through continuing research and program

development EPA is trained in other areas such as

women’s health, osteoarthritic and post surgical

rehabilitation as well as other muscular pain and

sports injuries.

Our locations: Acton, Elora, Guelph (Health and Performance Centre), Guelph (Bullfrog Mall), Cambridge, Georgetown, Orangeville

Visit our NEW Elora Location!

At the corner of Wellington County Road 7 and 21. Call us for an appointment 519-846-9919

www.eramosaphysio.com

Need a Massage?

We now have a Registered

Massage Therapist on site!

The HIGHLAND RUGBY CLUB encourages participation in the increasingly popular and fast paced sport of rugby at ALL age levels forboth male and female players alike!

Senior men and women play Saturday

U18 girls and U18 boys play Wednesday

U14 and U16 boys play Saturday

U15, U17 girls play Saturday

U8, U10, U12 Coed play Saturday

U6 Flag play Thursday

All travelling t eams train on Tuesday and Thursday

New players, old players, supporters, and volunteers are ALWAYS welcome.

Registration forms available either on thewebsite or at any practice

Joe Bowley (519)400-0547

Youth rugby registration fees qualify

RUGBYwww.highlandrugby.com

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SCHEDULE OF CLASSESDay Class Time InstructorMonday Step & Strength 9:15 - 10:00am Wendy ArmstrongMonday Body Blast 5:10 - 5:50pm Wendy ArmstrongMonday Pilates* (Mixed Levels) 6:00 - 7:00pm Wendy Armstrong

Tuesday Knock Out 9:15 - 10:00am Wendy ArmstrongTuesday Pilates* (Mixed Levels) 8:00 - 9:00am Wendy ArmstrongTuesday Step & Strength 6:30 - 7:15pm Heather MerryTuesday Pilates* (Intermediate) 7:30 - 8:30pm Wendy Armstrong

Wednesday Body Blast 9:15 - 10:00am Wendy ArmstrongWednesday Circuit Training (Weight Room) 7:00 - 8:00pm Michelle Paczay

Thursday NRG Circuit 9:15 - 10:00am Wendy ArmstrongThursday All - in - One 6:30 - 7:15pm Heather MerryThursday Pilates* (Mixed Levels) 7:30 - 8:30pm Wendy Armstrong

Friday Resolutions Strength & Stretch 9:15 - 10:00am Wendy Armstrong

Sunday Circuit Training (Weight Room) 9:00 - 10:00am Michelle Paczay

DESCRIPTION OF CLASSESKnock Out: Intervals of shadow boxing, jumping rope, spinning and core conditioning. Be prepared to sweat!

Body Blast: A group resistance training class utilizingbands, dumbbells, bodybars, steps, balls & bodyweight.

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

All-In-One: This intermediate, results-oriented intervalclass is a great full body workout, combining cardio andmuscle segments.

Resolution Strength & Stretch: Work with the stabil-ity all and weights and finish the week with a longerstretch.Circuit Training (Weight Room): A fast-paced, intenseworkout involving rapid transition from station to stationon strength training equipment. Prior experience an asset. Intermediate to advance class.

NRG Circuit (Aerobics Room): An energizing classwhere individuals move through cardio, strength and bal-ance stations. NEW TO THIS CLASS - SPINNING BIKES.

Pilates: Register by contacting Wendy Armstrong (519)843-3018 or email [email protected]

Option 1: 10 tickets for $50.50, can be used for any class (excluding Pilates & Yoga).Option 2: Three-month fitness membership for $110.50 - unlimited fitness classes (excluding Pilates & Yoga).Option 3: Six-month fitness membership for $196.75 - unlimited fitness classes (excluding Pilates & Yoga).Option 4: One-year fitness membership for $270.00 - unlimited fitness classes (excluding Pilates & Yoga).Option 5: We also have a drop in rate of $6.00 per class (excluding Pilates & Yoga).

•Classes cancelled July 1 & August 3•

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Want to try an exciting new sport this summer?Would you like to get more involved in your community?

Soon you will be able to do both...becauseCheerleading is coming to Centre Wellington!

Come and find out what it is all about at our Open House on Thursday June 4th at 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.

at the Centre Wellington Community Sportsplex (Fergus).Teams will be available for girls ages 6 - 14 No experience required!

Summer Program: From June 11th until August 27th, Thursday practices (6:15-7:45 p.m. @ Sportsplex) will be “open”.Come and give it a try for $5.00, then decide if cheerleading is the activity for you! If you would like to continue throughthe summer, registration is $20 and you pay only for the practices you will attend* (due to holidays, etc.). See the registrationpackage online for more details: WWW.CHEERON.CA *$5.00 per practice

Regular season begins September 3rd, 2009 and runs until the end of May 2010.For more information contact Cyndi at [email protected]

or Kimberley at [email protected]

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ELORA CO-OP PRE SCHOOL

All programs are geared to the specific developmental needs of your preschool child, combining learning and structured play in a nurturing environment.

Tel. 519-846-5092 www.elorapreschool.ca

18 months - 5 yearsClasses for ChildrenMorning or Afternoon Programs

County of Wellington Childcare Services 2008 Award of Excellence.


ELORADOMINION DAY CELEBRATIONS DAYTIME

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EXTRAVAGANZAEVENING- CENTRE WELLINGTON

COMMUNITY SPORTSPLEX

WEDNESDAY, JULY 1ST

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

7:30am - Preregistration 5km Run/Walk

8:00-11:00am- Soap Box Derby David & Geddes Street

9:00am- 5km Run/Walk begins

11:00am -Dominion Day Parade Elora Community Centre to Bissell Park via Geddes, Metcalfe & Mill

All Day At Most VenuesRotary Club - Flags for Sale

12:00 noon- Lunch at Bissell Park Free Hot Dog & Beverage,Live music, historical presentation12:15pm- Dominion Day Dash-Bissell Park (1km fun run for Kids 12 & under)

NEW FOR ‘09

6:00 - 9:00pm- Entertainment, Kids Midway & Food Vendors,Live Music Featuring “Settlers Creek”

Centre Wellington Community Sportsplex, East Gate$2 per person

10:00pm ApproxFIREWORKS By the Weinstein Group Centre Wellington Community Sportsplex

For more information on our Canada Day Events

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NEW FOR ‘09For more information on 5km Run/Walk call 519-240-2209


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

Summer lesson formats:● Swimming lessons will be offered in a variety of formats.

All sessions will include 9 swimming lessons.- Daily, Monday-Friday for 2 weeks (9 total lessons)- Once a week, Monday nights, Family Lessons all summer (6:00-8:15pm)- Once a week, Wednesday nights all summer (6:00-8:00pm)

● Aquafit Classes: There are some changes for the summer session. ● Monday 8:00pm General Aquafit has been cancelled for the

summer. It will run again in the fall.● General Aquafit classes in the mornings will start at 8:45am, not 9:00

for the summer. Classes will resume at their regular times in September.● Easy Moving Tuesday’s 11:00-11:45 has been cancelled.

● Swim Changes: ● A new Adult Leisure Swim on Monday nights from 8:15-10:00PM

has been added● Adult Leisure Swim Monday mornings (10:00-11:45) will not run in the

summer, but will continue again in September. ● Lane Swim, Monday through Thursday evenings run from

8:00-10:00pm. Pool space will be shared with other programs.● Lane Swims in the mornings (9:45-11:45) will not run in the summer,

but will continue again in September. ● During Public Swims Monday through Friday the Waterslide will be open

from 2:05 – 3:00pm and then close. The area at the bottom of the slidewill be available for swimming. On Fridays the slide will close at 7:00pm.

General Pool Information: Did you know....?Private Rentals• A private pool rental is a great way to celebrate a birthday, or host a special event.Rental times are available Saturday and Sundays between 4:00pm-5:00pm. Call the Supervisor of Aquatic Services (519-843-2800)for more information.

Strollers• Due to their size, and the possibility of restricting change room exits, unattendedstrollers are to be left in the area by the pooloffice. We apologize for the inconvenience,however we need to ensure all exits are maintained free of obstructions in case of anevacuation is required.

Deck Supervisor• During swimming lessons there is a deck supervisor that oversees all the lessons. If youhave any questions or concerns regarding yourchild’s progress they are available to answeryour questions.

Spectators• Spectators are welcome to watch from thespectator gallery. Viewing lessons from thepool deck is not permitted.

Volunteer• Are you looking for an opportunity to volunteer? There are volunteer opportunitiesavailable in the Aquatic Centre. We prefer volunteers with some aquatic background(Bronze Cross or Assistant water safety instructors). If interested please call the Sportsplex, (519) 843-2800 and speak with theSupervisor of Aquatic Services.

Private Lessons• Private lessons run in the same 9 lesson format as all other lessons. If this doesn’t fityour schedule, we do offer “one time” privatelessons. For more information call the Supervisorof Aquatic Services, (519) 843-2800.

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

Swim Lesson Progressions:• Did you know your child may repeat a level3 or 4 times before completing all of the requirements successfully? When registeringyour children please ensure you register themin the correct level. Swimming skills build fromone level to the next. If your child hasn’t completed a level, they will not have the skillsthey need for the next level.

Not sure what level to register Please call the Sportsplex (519) 843-2800 toarrange a time for a FREE SKILLS ASSESSMENTby one of our Aquatic Staff.

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

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

Cancelled Classes• Classes with low enrollment will be

cancelled approximately 1 week before programsstart. Register early to avoid disappointment.

Diapers•As a courtesy to all we request and requirethat all children who are not toilet trained wearspecially designed swimming diapers. TheAquatic Centre has both disposable andreusable swim diapers available at our administration desk.

Other Tips:If possible, please refrain from feeding your childa large meal prior to their swimming lesson.

• NEW “Family Lessons”Do you have difficulty coordinating all of yourchildren’s swimming lessons? We are offering anew format of swimming lessons on Mondayevenings. We will be offering all swimming levels at the same time. You can register all ofyour children for lessons at the same time.PLEASE NOTE: In order to coordinate thissome instructors will teach multi level classes.Your children could be in a split class. Lessonswill be 45 minutes in length to provide morepractice time for swimmers.

General Pool Information: Did you know?

Free Public Swimming• Beginning in January 2008 the NEWDON INDUSTRIES LTD Public Swim will provide freeadmission to the first 40 children and youth entering the 2:00pm to 3:55 public swim onthe first Saturday of each month.

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Pool Swim Schedule - Summer 2009These swim times will be in effect from Saturday June 27th through Monday August 31st 2009. Our admission policy is in effect forall swims. Please make note of these additional schedule changes:

NEWDON INDUSTRIES LTD PUBLIC SWIMS: Saturday July 4th and Saturday August 1st, the first 40 youth and children are ad-mitted free of charge to the 2:00-3:55 Public Swim, courtesy of Newdon Industries LTD.Tim Horton’s Public Swim: July 10, 17, 31, August 7,and 14 2:00pm-3:55pm.

Special Holiday Hours: Wednesday July 1st (Canada Day), Monday August 3rd (Civic Holiday)

Closures: Pool is closed for Truck Show and Scottish Festival (July 24,25,26 August 8,9)

Cancellations: August 28th, Public Swim 6:05-7:55pm is cancelled.

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

Public Swim - Come enjoy time in the pool. All the pools and the slide are open. A lane will be designated for those wanting to swim lengths. Ad-mission policy is in effect for all swims. Please note, Monday through Friday during the summer the slide will be open between 2:00-3:00 only. Fri-day evenings the slide will close at 7:00pm.

Parent and Tot Swim - Leisure pool (no slide) will be open for these swims. Parents can come and swim with their children in our warm leisurepool. Children are to be accompanied by an adult. These swims are combined with our Special Needs Swims.

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

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

Special Needs Swim - Leisure pool (no slide) will be open for these swims. Our leisure pool is maintained at 92 degrees. Caregivers volunteering their time to help a person with special needs is admitted free (1 caregiver per person). Adults, seniors, and children arewelcome. These swims are combined with parent and tot swims.

Swim Type Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

For Lane Swims in BOLD, the pool is shared with other programs. At least 1 lane will be available for swimming lengthsPublic Swim

Parent & Tot

Adult LeisureSwim

Family Swim

SpecialNeeds Swim

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Lane Swim

7:00-8:30am 7:00-8:30am 7:00-8:30am

11:45-2:00pm

2:05-3:55pm

11:45-1:00pm

2:05-3:55pm

4:45-5:00pm

11:45-2:00pm

2:05-3:55pm

11:45-1:00pm

2:05-3:55pm

4:45-5:00pm

11:45-2:00pm

2:05-3:55pm

11:45-1:00pm 11:45-1:00pm

11:45-1:00pm 11:45-1:00pm 11:45-1:00pm 11:45-1:00pm 11:45-1:00pm 11:45-1:00pm

11:00-1:00pm 11:00-1:00pm 11:00-1:00pm6:00-7:55pm

1:00-2:00pm8:30-10:00pm

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

11:45-1:00pm 11:45-1:00pm

11:00-1:00pm 11:00-1:00pm 11:00-1:00pm6:00-7:55pm

11:45-1:00pm 11:45-1:00pm

2:00-3:55pm 2:00-3:55pm

7:00-8:30am 7:00-8:30am

8:15-10:00pm 8:45-10:00pm 8:45-10:00pm 8:45-10:00pm 6:05-7:55pm

5:45-6:00pm 5:45-6:00pm 1:05-3:55pm 1:05-3:55pm

1:05-3:55pm 1:05-3:55pm

1:00-2:00pm2:00-3:55pm 2:00-3:55pm

1:05-2:00pm

8:15-10:00pm8:45-10:00pm

8:00-10:00pm2:00-3:55pm

8:00-10:00pm

1:00-2:00pm2:00-3:55pm

8:45-10:00pm8:00-10:00pm

11:45-1:00pm7:00-8:30am

2:00-3:55pm1:00-2:00pm

2:00-3:55pm1:05-2:00pm2:00-3:55pm

For Public Swims in BOLD, the waterslide will close at 3:00pm. The area at the bottom of the slide will be available for swimming.

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Pool Aquafit Schedule - Summer 2009These Aquafit times will be in effect from Monday June 29 - Friday August 28th 2009. All Pre-registered classes are freeto those with Aquafit Memberships! Registration is required. Please make note of these additional schedule changes: Cancellations/closures: Wednesday July 1st, Friday July 24th (Truck show), Monday August 3rd

Aquafit Descriptions (classes geared to adults 18yrs+)

General Aquafit - Use the resistance of water to assist in a quality low impact workout. The option of deep water aquafit will bemade available to those interested in it.

High Intensity Aquafit - This class is geared towards those people looking for a harder, more aerobic aquafit class. The option ofdeep water aquafit will be made available to those interested in it.

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

Easy Moving Aquafit - This class is a shallow water aquafit class. Use the resistance of the water to assist in a low impact work-out. This class is a lower intensity workout than our general aquafit class.

Rehabilitation Classes: These classes, taught in our warm leisure pool can assist with recovery, increase flexibility and range ofmotion much faster and with less stress on the body than a typical post rehabilitation exercise class.

Arthritis Aquafit - A class specifically designed for those dealing with Arthritis. These classes are taught in our warm leisure pool.Exercising in warm water can maintain and improve your mobility through range of motion exercises.

Diaperfit - A pre registered aquafit class designed for parents and their babies (children must have established neck support). Thefirst 30 minutes is an Aquafit class for the parent. (Babies float in a boat beside their parent). The last 15 minutes is spent in the leisurepool and is a structured parent and tot class. Participants need to register for this program.

Aquafit Type Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday SundayGeneralAquafit

8:45-9:30am 8:45-9:30am 8:45-9:30am 8:45-9:30am 8:45-9:30am

High IntensityAquafit

8:00-8:45pm 8:00-8:45pm

Deep WaterAquafit

5:15-6:00pm 10:00-10:45am 10:00-10:45am5:15-6:00pm

10:00-10:45am

Easy MovingAquafit

11:00-11:45am

RehabilitationAquafit

1:00-1:45pm 10:00-10:45am 10:00-10:45am

ArthritisAquafit

10:00-10:45am 7:00-7:45pm 1:00-1:45pm 10:00-10:45am 1:00-1:45pm

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

Pre- Registered Aquafit - Summer 2009Pre registered Aquafit programs allow our instructors to build more personalized programs. Classes are free for participants withaquafit memberships, but registration is required. See Class descriptions above.

Start/End Date June 29 - Aug 31 June 30 - Aug 25 July 8 - Aug 26 July 3 - Sept 11Cancellations Aug 3rd none none July 24th

Classes 9 classes 9 classes 8 classes 10 classesCost - Adult $47.70 $68.00 $60.50 $53.00

Pre-registeredArthritisAquafit

11:00-11:45am 11:00-11:45amCost - Senior $42.75 $47.75

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Holiday/Special Event ScheduleLane Swim/

Parent & Tot/Special Needs

Family Swim

Public Swim

11:45 - 1:00pm

1:05-3:55pm

2:00-3:55pm

Swim Membership Aquafit Membership

Adult (18-55yrs)

Senior(55yrs+)/Student(16,17yrs)

6 months

$196.75

$164.25

One Year

$270.00

$225.00

6 months

$270.00

$222.00

One Year

$479.00

$413.00

Fees include GST. Students must be 18 years of ageor older to obtain an aquafit membership. Age 12 for recreational swim membership.

If patrons have existing Fitness or Weight Roommembership additional discounts are available.

Please note lockers are available to renton a monthly basis.

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

Patrons with Swim or Aquafit Membershipsreceive a 3 month locker rental FREE.

(Deposit still applies)

Infant (up to 12 months)

Child (under 1-5 yrs)

Youth (6-17yrs)

Adult (18-55 yrs)

Senior (55 yrs +)

Family(max 4 people, additionalmember $1.75)

One TimeFree

$2.00

$3.00

$4.00

$3.50

$8.50

10 Swim TicketsFree

$15.75$26.25

$34.50

$29.00

$73.50

Swim Admission Prices

Aquafit Admission Prices

Adult (18-55 yrs)

Senior (55 yrs +)

One Time

$6.00

$5.25

10 SwimTickets

$53.00

$47.75

Pre-Registered

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Swimming - Preschool

1. STARFISH (4 to 18 months)

An introductory class for babies andtheir parent or caregiver.To enter this level, babies must beable to hold their head up.The goal of this orientation to water

class is to experience buoyancy, movement, entriesand songs and play in the water.

5. SALAMANDER (3 to 5 years)

Preschoolers actively learn newswimming skills including assistedfloats and glides through gamesand songs. The fun includes learn-ing to jump into chest deep water.

6. SUNFISH (3 to 5 years)

Assisted by an Instructor,preschoolers work on stroke andskills progressions. Learning also focuses on goodjudgements in, on and around

the water, and entries and floats in deep water.

7. CROCODILE (3 to 5 years)

Preschoolers start indepen-dent glides and kicking indeep water.Endurance is built throughincreasing distance for frontand back swims.Swimmers learn about the

dolphin kick and try synchro skills in the water.

8. WHALE (3 to 5 years)

In Whale, children willlearn to swim indepen-dently and participate inteam games.Preschoolers will increasetheir distance and improveskills in front and back

swims. Swimmers also learn about throwing assiststo help another person in the water.

2. DUCK (18 to 30 months)

For toddlers or older babieswith a parent or caregiver.Toddlers build confidencewhile enjoying the waterthrough games, songs andactive water play.

3. TURTLE (30 to 72 months)

A transitional level forpreschoolers and their parents.Parents can gradually transferthe preschoolers to the care of

the Instructor. Skills include swimming, glides andfloating and builds awareness of deep water and safeentries.

4. SEA TURTLE (3 to 5 years) (unparented)

For 3-5 year olds who have notpreviously taken swimminglessons, Sea Turtle is where theywill enter the program. Thislevel develops skills in

swimming, glides, and floating and builds awarenessof deep water and safe entries.

Cost: $59.25 Ratio 10:1

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Cost: $59.25 Pre-requisite: Sea Turtle

Cost: $59.25 Pre-requisite: Salamander

Cost: $59.25 Pre-requisite: Sunfish

Cost: $59.25 Pre-requisite: Crocodile

Cost: $59.25 Pre-requisite: 30 mths or older

Cost: $59.25 Pre-requisite: 36 mths or older

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This is an entry level for children ready to move in shallow water. This level provides an ori-entation to the water and the pool area and introduces floats and glides with kicks.Children build their endurance by improving distance. Cost: $59.25

The front crawl, back glide and shoulder roll for back crawl are further developed.Children work on kneeling dives, surface support and developing a greater sense ofself-safety by understanding their own limits. Endurance is built through a 25-metre swim. Cost: $59.25

The level provides an introduction to front crawl as well the foundation for makingwise choices on where and when to swim. Diving is introduced and children will workon floats and changing direction. Endurance is achieved by building strengh in flutterkick and a 15-metre swim. Cost: $59.25

This level helps the child build skills in front and back swims. Children are introduced todeep water activities and proper use of a Personal Flotation Device (PFD). Endurance isbuilt on flutter kicking with assisted glides. Cost: $59.25

Further refinement of strokes, with an introduction to butterfly and scissorkick as a warm-up/cool down stroke for fitness. Children learn about sunsafety, rescue of others from the ice, and head-first and feet-first shallowdives. Endurance is built using dolphin kick and butterfly drills and a 500-metre swim. Cost: $72.50

Front crawl, back crawl, elementary backstroke and breaststroke continue tobe refined. In this level children are encouraged to try combining differentstrokes and kicks for fitness. They also work on head-first shallow dives andstanding dives and learn about wise choices, peer influences, and self-rescuefrom ice. Endurance is built through a 400-metre swim. Cost: $72.50

Level 8 provides an introduction to the breaststroke, foot first surface dives, andrescue entries. Children learn about the dangers of open water, hypotherimia,and the performance of rescue breathing on children and adults. Endurance isbuilt on the dolphin kick and 300-metre swim. Cost: $72.50

Level 7 continues to build skills and endurance for front crawl, back crawl and ele-mentary back stroke and introduces whip kick on the front. Children learn aboutairway and breathing obstructions, and participate in timed treading water forincreasing endurance. Endurance is built through timed treading water and a 150-metre swim. Cost: $72.50

Front and back crawl continue to be refined as the elementary backstroke is newlyintroduced. Children are also introduced to safety on ice, elementary rescue of otherswith throwing assists, treading water and the front dive. Endurance is built through a75- metre swim. Cost: $66.00

Back crawl is introduced, along with sculling skills and whip kick on the back. Children trystride dives receive an introduction to safe boating skills. Endurance is developed throughdolphin kick and a 50-metre swim. Cost: $66.00

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Swimming Lesson Schedule

Cancellations July 1st August 3rd August 3rd

Private Lessons

9:30 - 10:0010:00 - 10:3010:30 - 11:0011:00 - 11:304:00 - 4:304:30 - 5:005:00 - 5:305:30 - 6:00

9:30 - 10:0010:00 - 10:3011:00 - 11:3011:15 - 11:454:00 - 4:305:00 - 5:305:30 - 6:00

9:30 - 10:0011:00 - 11:30

4:00 - 4:304:30 - 5:005:00 - 5:30

10:00 - 10:3010:30 - 11:0011:00 - 11:30

4:30 - 5:005:00 - 5:305:30 - 6:00

6:00 - 6:306:30 - 7:007:00 - 7:307:30 - 8:00

Diaperfit

Starfish 12:00 - 12:306:00 - 6:30

Duck 9:30 - 10:00 9:30 - 10:00 5:00 - 5:30 12:30 - 1:006:00-7:00

Turtle 10:30 - 11:005:30 - 6:00

9:30 - 10:004:30 - 5:00

9:30 - 10:005:30 - 6:00

9:30 - 10:005:30 - 6:00 7:00 - 7:30 6:00 - 6:30

Session 1Mon-Fri

Session 2Mon-Fri

Session 3Mon-Fri

Session 4Mon-Fri

Weekly SessionMonday once aweek (“Family

Lesson Format”)

Weekly SessionWednesdays,once a week.

Start/End Date June 29 - July 10 July 13 - July 23 July 27 - Aug 7 Aug 10 - Aug 20 June 29 - Aug 31 July 8 - Sept 2

Sea Turtle10:00 - 10:3011:00 - 11:30

4:00 - 4:305:00 - 5:30

10:00 - 10:304:30 - 5:00

10:00 - 10:305:30 - 6:00

9:30 - 10:0011:00 - 11:30

4:30 - 5:00

6:00 - 6:456:45 - 7:307:30 - 8:15

6:00 - 6:30

Please note, Monday night lessons will be in the "FAMILY LESSON" format. ALL levels will be offered at same time. Our goal is for families to be able to bring all their children at one

convenient time. To accommodate this, swimming levels will be combined. For ONLINE registration, these classes will have a "family" designation beside them.

Most classes are 45 minutes in length, and cost $66.00.

Salamander9:30 - 10:00

10:30 - 11:004:30 - 5:00

10:00 - 10:3010:30 - 11:004:30 - 5:00

10:00 - 10:305:30 - 6:00

9:30 - 10:0010:30 - 11:00

4:30 - 5:00

6:00 - 6:456:45 - 7:307:30 - 8:15

6:00 - 6:30

Sunfish10:00 - 10:30

4:30 - 5:005:30 - 6:00

10:30 - 11:005:00 - 5:30

10:30 - 11:005:00 - 5:30

10:00 - 10:304:00 - 4:30

6:00 - 6:456:45 - 7:307:30 - 8:15

7:00 - 7:30

Crocodile11:00 - 11:30

5:00 - 5:309:30 - 10:005:00 - 5:30

10:30 - 11:005:00 - 5:30

10:00 - 10:304:00 - 4:30

6:00 - 6:456:45 - 7:307:30 - 8:15

7:00 - 7:30

Whale 11:00 - 11:30 5:00 - 5:30 10:30 - 11:00 4:00 - 4:306:00 - 6:456:45 - 7:307:30 - 8:15

7:00 - 7:30

Classes run Tuesdays, Wednesdays, 11:00-11:45, all summer. See page 22 for more information.

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Cancellations July 1st August 3rd August 3rd

Session 1Mon-Fri

Session 2Mon-Fri

Session 3Mon-Fri

Session 4Mon-Fri

Weekly SessionMonday once aweek (“Family

Lesson Format”)

Weekly SessionWednesdays,once a week.

Start/End Date June 29 - July 10 July 13 - July 23 July 27 - Aug 7 Aug 10 - Aug 20 June 29 - Aug 31 July 8 - Sept 2

Swim Kids 19:30 - 10:00

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6:00 - 6:456:45 - 7:307:30 - 8:15

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Swim Kids 210:00 - 10:3010:30 - 11:005:00 - 5:30

10:30 - 11:005:30 - 6:00

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6:00 - 6:456:45 - 7:307:30 - 8:15

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Swim Kids 310:00 - 10:304:30 - 5:005:00 - 5:30

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6:00 - 6:456:45 - 7:307:30 - 8:15

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Swim Kids 49:30 - 10:00

10:30 - 11:005:30 - 6:00

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Swim Kids 5 11:00 - 11:454:30 - 5:15

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Swim Kids 6 10:30 - 11:155:10 - 6:00

11:00 - 11:454:30 - 5:15

10:15 - 11:00 9:30 - 10:15 6:00 - 6:457:30 - 8:15

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Swim Kids 7 4:00 - 5:00 9:30 - 10:30 4:00 - 5:00 10:30 - 11:30 7:30 - 8:30 6:00 - 7:00

Swim Kids 8 4:00 - 5:00 9:30 - 10:30 4:00 - 5:00 10:30 - 11:30 7:30 - 8:30 6:00 - 7:00

Swim Kids 9 9:30 - 10:30 4:00 - 5:00 10:30 - 11:30 4:00 - 5:00 7:30 - 8:30 7:00 - 8:00

Swim Kids 10 9:30 - 10:30 4:00 - 5:00 10:30 - 11:30 4:00 - 5:00 7:30 - 8:30 7:00 - 8:00

Adapted Aquatics PreschoolSchoolage

These classes will run on Tuesdays evenings. Preschool - 6:00 - 6:30; School age 6:30 - 7:00

Teen Lessons All 3 levels will run Wednesday nights 8:00 - 8:45pm all summer. See Page 28.

Adult Lessons All 3 levels will run Wednesday nights 8:00 - 8:45pm all summer. See Page 28.

Standard First Aid Class will run Aug 18th 4 - 10pm, Aug 19th 4 - 10pm, Aug 20th 4 - 8pm

NLS Class will run from August 24 - August 28; Class is 11:00 - 8:00pm

Bronze Star 9:00 - 10:30

Bronze Medallion 9:00 - 12:00

Bronze Cross 9:00 - 12:00

RC/LSS Instructors

Please note, Monday night lessons will be in the "FAMILY LESSON" format. ALL levels will be offered at same time. Our goal is for families to be able to bring all their children at one

convenient time. To accommodate this, swimming levels will be combined. For ONLINE registration, these classes will have a "family" designation beside them. Most classes are 45 minutes in length, and cost $66.00.

Training Swim Wednesdays 8:45pm - 10:00pm, Friday 5:45am - 7:00am. See Page 28.


Additional Aquatic ProgramsADAPTED AQUATICS- $59.25Adapted aquatics is for children and youthwith a physical or developmental disabilitywho need specialized instruction to feelcomfortable in the water and to progressin their swimming skills. Participants willbe taught by an experienced aquatics instructor and assisted by a volunteer.Upon registration you will be re-quired to complete a screeningform for your child. Classes are avail-able for preschool children (ages 3-6years), and school aged (7-12 years).Classes will run Tuesday nights, 6:00-7:00June 30-August 25th.

AQUA TEENS 1 - $66.00The goal of this class is to develop comfortin the water through the attainment ofbasic flotation, movement and breathingskills.

AQUA TEENS 2 - $66.00The goal of this class is to develop one ormore swimming strokes and enhance watersafety knowledge and rescue techniques.

AQUA TEENS 3 - $66.00The goal of this class is to maintain orincrease fitness through stroke improvement while swimming lengths.Candidates must be able to swim 2strokes 100m each to start in this level.

AQUA ADULTS 1 - $78.50The goal of this class is to develop com-fort in the water through the attainmentof basic flotation, movement and breath-ing skills.

AQUA ADULTS 2 - $78.50The goal of this class is to develop one ormore swimming strokes and enhancewater safety knowledge and rescue tech-niques.

AQUA ADULTS 3 - $78.50The goal of this class is to maintain or in-crease fitness through stroke improvementwhile swimming lengths. Candidatesmust be able to swim 2 strokes 100m eachto start in this level.

ADULT & TEEN CLASSESWednesdays July 8-Sept 2 8:00- 8:45pm

TRAINING SWIM - $31.00 (9 sessions)This program is geared towards dedicatedadult swimmers whose skills range frombeginner fitness to serious triathlete. Threelanes of training are provided: beginner,intermediate and intense. This session will run:Wednesdays 8:45-10:00pm (9 classes)from July 8th – September 2ndFridays 5:45-7:00am (9 classes) from July3rd – September 4th (No class on FridayJuly 24th)

PRIVATE LESSONS :Private - $ 152.50 for 9 lessons. Semi Private - $103.00 / child for 9 lessons

One to one instruction to work on swimming challenges. Lessons are 30 minutes in length. For Semi Private lessonschildren must be within one level of eachother. It is the responsibility of the swimmerto find a second participant. One time private lessons are available, for more information call the Aquatics Supervisor,Bruce Parkin at 843-2800.

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What do I need to become an Instructor or Lifeguard?To Become a Lifeguard

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

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

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

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

To Become an Instructor

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

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

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

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

THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF CENTRE WELLINGTONAquatics Employment – Fall 2009

For all positions, experience and additional certifications will be considered when determining employment offers. Please include aphotocopy of all required certifications when applying. Full Job Descriptions are available at the Centre Wellington Sportsplex. Candidates are invited to submit a complete resume detailing education, experience and references to the undersigned no later thanFriday August 28th 2009 Attn: Bruce Parkin

How to Apply:Mailing: C.W. Parks & Recreation, P.O. Box 58, Elora, ON, N0B 1S0

In person: C.W. Community Sportsplex, 550 Belsyde Ave. Fergus Fax: (519) 843-2565 Email: [email protected] applications are appreciated, however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with the MunicipalFreedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act 2001 and will beused only for candidate selection.

Assistant Instructor: Minimum requirement Red Cross Assistant Water Safety Instructor (AWSI), Bronze Cross

Instructor / Guard: Minimum requirementNLS, RC/LSS instructors, Standard First Aid,CPR “C” all current within 2 years

Aquafit Instructors: Minimum requirementRecognized Aqua Fit certification throughCALA, WaterArt or other provincial certifica-tions as designated by the Aquatic Supervisor.


Advanced LeadershipPlease Note: 100% attendance is requiredfor all leadership courses. Check your calendar to ensure you are able to attendall classes. Refunds will not be issued.

BRONZE STAR / BASIC FIRST AID$ 83.75Pre-requisite: Recommended age 12

Too young for Bronze Medallion? Get ahead start by taking Bronze Star! Havelots of fun, while learning practical first aidskills, life guarding techniques and swimtraining. Basic First Aid is included in thecourse. Course runs June 29th -July 10. Seepage 27 for more information.

BRONZE MEDALLION /EMERGENCY FIRST AID$143.25 (Fee Includes Manual)Pre-requisite: 13 years of age (prior toexam) or Bronze Star.

This course develops physical fitness, decision making and judgment skills forwater rescue. First aid, rescue breathing,tows, carries and releases are some of theskills covered. Emergency First Aid certification is included in the course. Candidates must be present for Exam onThursday July 23rd. Fee Includes Manual.Course runs July 13th-July 23rd.

BRONZE CROSS$122.75Pre-requisite: Bronze Medallion, Emergency First Aid

This course teaches the difference between lifeguarding and lifesaving, theprinciples of emergency procedures, teamwork and the use of special equipment. Candidates must be presentfor Exam on Friday August 7th. Course runs July 27th-August 7th.

STANDARD FIRST AID$ 134.00(includes manual and exam fee)Pre-requisite: none, recommended 12 yrs +,100% attendance is required.

This course provides comprehensive training covering all aspects of first aidand CPR. Standard First Aid incorporatesall of Emergency First Aid and is designedfor those who require a more in-depth understanding of first aid. This is a requirement for candidates enrolling NLS.First Aid Certifications can only be re-certified one time. After that time thefull course must be taken.

This course will run on August 18th, 19th,20th. Class runs from 4:00-10:00pm onAug. 18th and 19th and from 4:00-8:00pm. on Aug 20th.

NATIONAL LIFEGUARD (NLS)$235.50(includes manual and exam fee)Pre-requisite: Bronze Cross, Standard firstaid, 16 years of age by the end of thecourse, 100% attendance is required.

Please note: The only accepted StandardFirst Aid certifications are those issued bythe: Lifesaving Society, Red Cross, St.Johns, Ski Patrol.The National LifeguardPool Certification builds on the fundamentalskills, knowledge, and values taught in theNLS Core Content to train lifeguards insafety supervision and rescue in a pool environment.

Dates: August 24th-28th 11:00am.-8:00pm. August 28th (class may run aslate as 10:00pm)

RC WATER SAFETY INSTRUCTOR /L.S.S INSTRUCTOR$307.25(includes manuals and exam fees)Pre-requisite: 16 years old at end of thecourse, AWSI with 12 Additional hours ofVolunteering, 100% attendance is required.

The Red Cross Water Safety InstructorCourse prepares candidates to instruct theRed Cross Swim program. The LifesavingInstructor Course prepares instructors toteach Canadian Swim Patrol, Bronzemedal awards, and Emergency First Aid.

Dates: September 11, 12, 13 AND 18, 19,20. Friday classes are 5:00-10:30pm; Sat-urday and Sunday Classes are from9:00am-8:00pm.

BOAT OPERATOR ACCREDITEDTRAINING $39.50Pre-requisite: 8 years of age

The Township of Centre Wellington is notcurrently offering training courses but ifyou are an experienced boater and wantto try writing the exam contact the Supervisor of Aquatic Services at 843-2800 to arrange a time to write thetest. Pleasure Craft operator cards aregood for life. As of September 2009 anyperson driving a power boat will requirethe card.

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

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81ST ANNIVERSARY YEARGENERAL INFORMATION

The Fergus Grand Theatre is located at 244 St. Andrew Street West. It is owned by theTownship of Centre Wellington and is operated under Parks and Recreation. For rental inquiry and event information, pleasecontact the Theatre Coordinator, Alan Argue at(519) 787-1981.

MAJOR SUMMER RENOVATIONSFOR FERGUS GRAND THEATRE

The Fergus Grand Theatre will undergo major renovations this summer. As a result, the theatrewill be closed to events from mid to late June into September.The venue will receive a new roof and the current furnace system will be replaced with a newHVAC system that will be installed on the roof.During the period of construction the walk-in box office will be closed. However, tickets forupcoming fall shows will still be available on-line at the Fergus Grand Theatre site as well as bytelephone, www.fergusgrandtheatre.ca or 519-787-1981. Actual closing dates will be announcedwhen the tender process is completed.The summer closing will see several other projects taking place at the venue includingmaintenance work on all technical equipment as well as technical and box office trainingprograms for interested volunteers.

CALL FOR BOX OFFICE AND TECHNICAL VOLUNTEERS

The Fergus Grand Theatre is looking for volunteers who would be interested in training tooperate our new TixHub box office system or training to become a member of the volunteertechnical staff at the theatre. If you are interested in either of these areas of operation, pleasecontact the Theatre Coordinator, Alan Argue, at 519-787-1981 or [email protected] programs will be held this summer.

CW Children’s Drama ClubFor further information about CWCDCyou can contact Sara Dunbar: 519-843-5007.

Elora Community TheatreFor membership information youcan contact Liz Pieper at 519-787-2263.

Grinder ProductionsFor audition information you cancontact Eric Goudie at 519-780-7593.

On The Spot ProductionsFor audition information you cancontact Paul Faires at 519-787-0346.

Not So Grand PlayersFor audition information you cancontact Terry Wilson at 519-846-51515

Vision Theatre ProductionsFor information about being involvedwith this production company contact Judy Faires at 519-787-0346.

Wellington-WaterlooPlayhouseFor information about being involved with this productioncompany contact Alan Argue at519-787-7441.

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Victoria Park Seniors Centre Will be closed:July 1 (Canada Day) August 3 (Civic Holiday) September 7 (Labour Day)

ABOUTVICTORIA PARK

SENIORS CENTREVictoria Park Seniors Centre of-fers recreational, social and edu-cational opportunities for olderadults to promote emotional, so-cial and physical well-being.Most of the programs offered atVictoria Park Seniors Centre aretailored to individuals 55 years ofage and older; however, all regis-tered programs are open to any-one looking to develop new skillsand friendships. The Centre is op-erated by the Township of CentreWellington, Parks & RecreationDepartment and assists the Cen-tre in supporting active, healthylifestyles for older adults. We in-vite you to drop by, take out amembership and experience thebenefits of participating.

MembershipRenewal Reminder

Membership renewalsare due by June 1, 2009.The new membership

year runs June 1, 2009 toMay 31, 2010.

MEMBERSHIP• Available to anyone 55 years ofage or older. $20 per personwhich entitles you to the follow-ing benefits: reduced rates on allprograms and bus trips, access tothe more than 30 weekly drop-inactivity groups and the many dif-ferent registered programs, ac-cess to the various seniorservices/clinics offered at theCentre, vote at the Annual Gen-eral Meeting, hold office on theCentre’s Advisory Board, become

involved in interesting volunteerwork and, most importantly,meet new friends! Your member-ship to the Centre is very impor-tant. It forms part of thenecessary funding base neededto continue to offer quality recre-ation programs.

OPEN TO ALL ADULTS• Not a member? Not yet 55?Even if you are not a member ornot yet 55 years of age, you arestill welcome to register for anyprograms (a non-member fee willapply). Victoria Park Seniors Cen-tre is a place where youngeradults are welcomed as valuedparticipants.• All adults, 18 years and older,are welcome to register for pro-grams.

LOCATION & HOURS• Address: 150 Albert St. West,Fergus. The Centre is situated onthe edge of Victoria Park. Phone:(519) 787-1814 Fax: (519) 787-2091. Website: www.cen-trewellington.ca (click on “viewsenior’s services”).• Hours: Mon to Fri, 9:00 am to4:00 pm, (except Statutory Holi-days). Activities for older adultsare also held in the eveningsfrom Mon - Thurs.

ADVISORY BOARDThe Centre is run by a volunteerAdvisory Board of seven electedCentre members and one ap-pointed Council Representativefrom Centre Wellington. The Ad-visory Board works with theParks and Recreation Dept. toprovide quality recreational op-portunities for older adults. Meet-

ings are held the first Monday ofthe month at 9:00 am. All mem-bers are welcome to attend.Thanks to our hard-working2009 Advisory Board: Stan Flem-ing (Chair), Don Graham (Library),Jean Haines (Crafts), CouncillorRon Hallman (Township of Cen-tre Wellington Council Represen-tative), Don Martin (Vice Chair,Property & Maintenance, SeniorGames Rep.), Lori Runnalls (Sec-retary, Outreach), Donna Wage-naar (Kitchen Services), JaneWatson (Treasurer, Programs,Membership).

PROGRAMCOMMITTEE

Interested in providing your inputinto programs and events forolder adults? This volunteer com-mittee plans and organizes spe-cial events and fundraisers for theCentre. We meet on the firstMonday of the month at 9:45am. The group is always lookingfor new ideas and volunteers tohelp plan events! Interested?Contact Kathryn Morgan at theCentre. A BIG thank you to com-mittee members: Marjorie Lake,Morven McCorquodale, JaneWatson, Jean Duval, Ray Burkitt,Marie Burkitt, Barbara Fresco,Laura McCartney, Jean Haines,Stan Fleming, Donna Wagenaar,Lori Runnalls.

CENTRE SERVICES

FREE BloodPressure Clinics

Held the 1st Wed each monthfrom 11:00 am to 12:00 pm atVictoria Park Seniors Centre. TheHealth Care Coordinator from

Heritage River Retirement Resi-dence will check your blood pres-sure and provide free informationon how to control your bloodpressure. No appointmentneeded – simply drop-in! Thanksto Heritage River Retirement Res-idence for sponsoring this pro-gram. Upcoming clinic dates: July8 (moved to the 2nd week due toJuly 1 holiday), August 5, Sep-tember 2.

Foot Care ClinicsIt’s important to prevent andtreat foot problems. Healthierfeet make a happier person! Reg-istered Nurse Pauline Mikol pro-vides the foot care. $20.00.Appointments are necessary andfill quickly. To book your ½ hourappointment call the ReceptionDesk at the Centre 519-787-1814. Bring a small towel. Pleaseallow a minimum of 24 hours ifyou need to cancel an appoint-ment so that we have time tocontact someone on the waitinglist. Cash or cheques accepted.

FREE Hearing ClinicsA free drop-in Hearing Clinic isheld on the 3rd Wednesday eachmonth at the Centre from 11:00am to 12:00 pm. A Hearing CareCounsellor from the CanadianHearing Society is available totalk to you about any hearingconcerns you may have on a one-to-one basis. Drop-in clinic dates:June 17, July 15, August 19. Afree Hearing Screening Clinic isscheduled on July 21 (call the Re-ception Desk at the Centre 519-787-1814 to book your ½ hourappointment). A hearing infor-mation seminar on the topic of

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“Do I Really Need a HearingAid?” will be held on Mon. Au-gust 17 from 9:00 am-12:30 pm.

Wednesday LunchWednesdays at 12:00 pm. $6.50members / $7.50 non. Come tomeet old friends or make newones while enjoying a deliciousand nutritious lunch. Stay for asocial afternoon of euchre,bridge, crafts or chess (no chargefor these activities if you come forlunch) also: woodcarving or bil-liards! Menus are listed in theCentre’s monthly calendar. Callahead to reserve your spot, assometimes lunch is sold-out.Don’t miss our monthly summerBBQ’s: June 17, July 15, August12.

Garden Fresh BoxThe Garden Fresh Box is a non-profit, fresh produce-buying serv-ice operated by the GuelphCommunity Health Centre. Victo-ria Park Seniors Centre is one ofseveral depot sites in WellingtonCounty (but the only site in theFergus area!). Your order includesa two-page newsletter withrecipes using the produce. Formore information about the pro-gram call 519-821-8833. ext.335. To order a Garden FreshBox, contact Victoria Park SeniorsCentre 519-787-1814. Remem-ber to place your order by the 1stFriday of the month (cash only).Pick up your order on the 3rdWednesday of the month at Vic-toria Park Seniors Centre be-tween 1:00 and 4:00 pm. Pleasebring your own grocery bags!

Card ServiceDid you know that the Centresends out cards to members? Ifyou happen to know a memberof the Centre who may be ill, re-covering from an operation, re-quiring a sympathy card, etc., letus know at the Centre or contactour Outreach Coordinator, LoriRunnalls. 519-787-2333.

Crafts for SaleVisit our lovely Craft Shoppe fullof beautiful handmade items. Allitems have been skillfully pro-duced by our craft and quilting

volunteers. Crafts are availablefor sale year round in the CraftShoppe. Our annual Fall Bazaar isalways held the first Saturday inNovember organized by our tal-ented Craft and Quilting Groupvolunteers (to be held Nov. 7,2009). All proceeds from craftsales support Victoria Park Sen-iors Centre. In 2008, the Craft &Quilting Group fundraised awhopping $6,761.70 for theCentre!

Annual Quilt RaffleTickets are now on sale for ourannual quilt raffle, organized bythe Centre’s Craft & QuiltingGroup and are available at theReception Desk at Victoria ParkSeniors Centre. $1 per ticket. Allproceeds support the SeniorsCentre. Draw date: Nov. 7, 2009at 2:00 pm (at our Annual FallBazaar).

Monthly CalendarBe sure to pick up a copy of theCentre’s monthly calendar, listingday-to-day programs at the Cen-tre (handy for putting on yourfridge). It lists menus for Wednes-day lunches and also nextmonth’s programs. Free copiesare always available at the Cen-tre (and also on the web-site:www.centrewellington.ca – clickon “view senior’s services”).

Library, Newspapers& Coffee

Come out for coffee and browsethrough the newspapers (Globeand Mail, Fergus-Elora News Ex-press). The Centre also has asmall lending library, stocked bygenerous donations of books.Drop by to read a book or borrowone to take home! We also ac-cept donations of recent maga-zines for our coffee nook. Also,help yourself to any of the infor-mation pamphlets and govern-ment publications provided on arange of topics of interest toolder adults.

VolunteerOpportunities

Interested in volunteering at Vic-toria Park Seniors Centre? Thereare a number of volunteer posi-

tions available: kitchen, registra-tion desk, special events, foodpreparation, activity leaders, footclinic and committee work. Formore information, please contactKathryn Morgan 519-787-1814.

Grocery TapesFundraiser

Do you shop at Zehrs or L&M?We are collecting these groceryreceipts to help support our pro-grams! So, support the Centre bysaving your grocery receiptswhen shopping at any Zehrs orL&M. Drop off your receipts toour drop-off box located in Victo-ria Park Seniors Centre. Thanks toMarjorie Lake for adding up allthose receipts and to Stan Flem-ing for filling out the forms. FromJan ‘08-Jan ‘09 we have collec-tively raised over $500 for theCentre through this fundraiser!

SUPPORT SERVICES

Wellington Transportation ServiceThrough the joint efforts of manyvolunteer transportation serviceproviders across WellingtonCounty, transportation is avail-able to assist seniors in accessingmedical appointments, shopping,banking, etc. Volunteer driversprovide transportation. Call 519-843-7003 or 1-866-694-9562.

St. Joseph’s Transportation

Transportation is provided to sen-iors living in Guelph, Fergus, Eloraand surrounding areas for med-ical appointments, banking,shopping, etc. Rides provided bySt. Joseph’s Health Centre volun-teers and staff. For more infor-mation about the program andride rates, call St. Joseph’s HealthCentre Outreach Department at519-824-6000 ext. 4651.

VON TransportationTransportation is available to sen-iors. Call for more informationabout the program and for riderates. Volunteer drivers are reim-bursed for mileage. In WellingtonCounty call 1-888-506-6353.

VONMeals on Wheels

Delivers hot, delicious and nutri-tionally balanced meals to yourhome around the noon hour. Call519-323-9239 or 1-800-727-1581 ext. 3002.

VON Telephone Reassurance

This telephone reassurance pro-gram in partnership with “Se-niors Offering Support” offersregular social contact via thetelephone to isolated seniors. Theprogram offers clients a safetycheck and a brief reassurancecall. No charge. 1-800-727-1581.

Seniors Offering Support(S.O.S. Phone Line)

Telephone support program runby trained and caring senior tele-phone volunteers who offer fel-low seniors information oncommunity resources, listeningand support with loneliness, grief,separation, health concerns, mis-treatment and other difficult situ-ations, assistance in accessingprofessional services, social serv-ice agencies and community sup-port programs. A senior volunteeranswers the phone line Mondayto Friday, 11:00 am to 3:00 pm519-767- 4445 (Guelph) or 1-866-767- 4445.

Women’s Support GroupFor women 55+. Some topics:safety, power and control, self-care strategies, coping with loss,sharing our voices. Organized byThe Rural Women’s Support Pro-gram Women in Crisis. Call formore information 519-843-6834.Group held at the Rural Women’sSupport Program Office in Fergus.

BUS TRIPS

We are always in the process oforganizing new bus trips for Vic-toria Park Seniors Centre. Sometrips may not be listed in thisGuide if arranged after publica-tion went to print. Bus trips areadvertised in travel flyers avail-able at the Centre and in themonthly calendar. We encourageyou to contact the Centre any


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time for updates and for de-parure & return times. NOTE: Besure to register early for bus tripsto avoid the disappointment of asold-out bus trip or a cancelledbus trip. (We need to have a min-imum number registered for abus trip from 2 to 4 weeks in ad-vance depending on the venue).

Cruise on theGeorgian Queen

Join us for a fun day! Includeslavish buffet lunch at CaptainRobert’s Table, Georgian Queensightseeing cruise, free time toexplore Discovery Harbour onPenetanguishene Bay, luxurycoach transportation, gst, driver’sgratuity. Departs from the SeniorsCentre at 8:30 am. Pre-register.

Mon. June 29$64 member / $74 non

Fallsview CasinoEnjoy a leisurely day in Niagaraat the Fallsview Casion! Includes$10 Casino coin voucher, luxurycoach, driver’s gratuity, gst. Validphoto ID or Players AdvantageCard required to board bus andreceive coin voucher. Departsfrom the Seniors Centre at9:30am.

Thurs. July 9$17 member/$22 non

Summer Trip toOrford, Quebec

Package includes: 6 days, 5nights accommodation atAuberge Orford Park, luxurycoach transportation, taxes, busdriver and lodge gratuities, resortactivities, TV in rooms, all meals,happy hour before lunch and din-ner, evening snacks, outdoorswimming pool, dancing and en-tertainment, day trips: village ofKnowlton, Montreal BotanicalGarden, a Montreal boat cruise,honey factory tour. (Price listed isthe price per person for membersof the Centre). Cancellation in-surance available for $39 per per-son.

Sun. July 19 to Fri. July 24Twin: $830, Triple: $805

Quad: $795, Single: $950

Port SevernIncludes Rawley Resort for lunch,Muskoka Wildlife Centre – Sev-ern Bridge, Mariposa Market, lux-ury coach transportation, gst,driver’s gratuity. Departs from theSeniors Centre at 8:30 am. Pre-register.

Thurs. September 3$64 member / $74 non

Fall Colour TourSee the beautiful fall colours onthis day trip! Includes Mylar &Loretta Restaurant for their fa-mous pork dinner with hot applecrumble, Scenic Caves Lookout,Thornbury Fish Ladder, GrandmaLambe’s, luxury coach trans-portation, gst, driver’s gratuity.Departs from the Seniors Centreat 10:00 am. Pre-register.

Mon. October 5$62 member / $72 non

FITNESS CLASSES

(Due to allergies, please avoidwearing perfume when partici-pating in fitness classes).

Strength TrainingCertified fitness instructor KellyOffer will help you regainstrength and stamina and thenbuild on that to improve bonedensity, coordination and stabil-ity in this intermediate level class.Become fit with the use of bodyweight, resistance tubing andchairs. Strengthen and tone vari-ous muscle groups. Pre-register.(No class Aug. 3)

Mondays, 1:00-1:45 pmJune 1-July 13 (7 classes)

$33.25 member/$38.50 non

Mondays, 1:00-1:45 pmJuly 20-Aug 31 (6 classes)

$28.50 member/$33.00 non

Low Impact AerobicsAn intermediate level, moderateintensity class for those withgood mobility or those who’vetaken fitness classes before. Cer-tified fitness instructor: KellyOffer. Pre-register.

Tuesdays, 9:30-10:15 am June 2-July 14 (7 classes)

$33.25 member/$38.50 non

Tuesdays, 9:00-9:45 amJuly 21-Sept 1 (7 classes)

$33.25 member/$38.50 non

BeginnerStrength Training

Beginner exercise program idealfor those new to fitness or forthose wanting gentle range ofmotion exercises to improve bal-ance, flexibility and muscle tone.Suitable for those who must ex-ercise from a chair or for thosewho can stand. Certified fitnessinstructor: Kelly Offer. Pre-regis-ter.

Tuesdays, 10:30-11:15 am June 2-July 14 (7 classes)

$33.25 member/$38.50 non

Tuesdays, 10:00-10:45 am July 21-Sept 1 (7 classes)

$33.25 member/$38.50 non

Stretch & Tone(Stability Ball)

Improve balance and strengthusing balls and mats. The ball of-fers many options, is suitable forbeginner to advanced partici-pants and will improve your bal-ance, strength and flexibility. Allequipment supplied. Mat exer-cises can be done seated in achair. Certified fitness instructor:Kelly Offer. Pre-register. (No classJuly 1).

Wednesdays, 9:00-9:45 am June 3-July 15 (6 classes)$28.50 member/$33 non

Wednesdays, 9:00-9:45 am July 22-Sept 2 (7 classes)

$33.25 member/$38.50 non

AdvancedStrength Training

This class is designed for thosewho have had previous strengthtraining experience (one year ormore) and/or are mobile enoughto transition from standing tomat work and back again. Thisclass uses various pieces of re-sistance and balance trainingequipment. Join Certified fitnessinstructor Kelly Offer for this funand challenging class! Pre-regis-ter.

Thursdays, 9:30-10:15 am

June 4-July 16 (7 classes)$33.25 member/$38.50 non

Thursdays, 9:00-9:45 amJuly 23-Sept 3 (7 classes)

$33.25 member/$38.50 non

Beginner toIntermediate LevelStrength Training

Class will accommodate thosenew to fitness, at a beginner levelor those at a more intermediatelevel. Certified fitness instructorKelly Offer will help you regainstrength and stamina and thenbuild on that to improve bonedensity, coordination and stabil-ity. Become fit with the use ofbody weight, resistance tubingand chairs. Strengthen and tonevarious muscle groups. Optionswill be given to accommodate alllevels of fitness. Pre-register.

Thursdays, 10:30-11:15 amJune 4-July 16 (7 classes)

$33.25 member/$38.50 non

Thursdays, 10:00-10:45 amJuly 23-Sept 3 (7 classes)

$33.25 member/$38.50 non

Free Trial Class:For Men Only -Back to Basics

A great opportunity to try out thisfitness class for free with no com-mitment! This class, for men onlywill address issues of back pain,strengthening and conditioning,stability, flexibility. Please pre-register (limited spots). Certifiedfitness instructor: Kelly Offer. Pre-register.

Wed. July 15, 9:50-10:30 amNo cost

Wed. Sept. 2, 9:50-10:30 am No cost

For Men Only -Back to Basics

If you have ever suffered anepisode of back pain (or simplywant to avoid an episode) thanthis is the class for you. We willwork on strengthening and con-ditioning your abs and back forreduced back pain, better stabil-ity and a flatter stomach. Whilethe focus of this class is the core,some flexibility and balance train


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ing will round out the program. Amaximum of 6 participants al-lows for more individualized at-tention. Certified fitnessinstructor: Kelly Offer. Pre-regis-ter.

Wednesdays, 9:50-10:30 am July 22-Aug 26 (6 classes)

$28.50 member/$33.00 non

**NOTE: Take any two of theabove fitness courses per week(per person) and get one classfree! (Value: $4.75 members or$5.50 non). Take three fitnesscourses per week (per person)and get two classes free! (Value:$9.50 members or $11 non).

Poker WalkTo celebrate Seniors Month, joinus for a fun morning to encour-age everyone to be active and in-clude fitness in daily living! Atdesignated stops, you will receivea playing card. At the end of thewalk we will see who has thebest poker hand. No poker play-ing experience needed! Join usfor a fun morning to promote fun,physical activity! (Walking a totalof 2 kms). Prizes to be won! Nocharge. Walking poles availablefor use.

Wed. June 10 @ 10:45 amNo charge

FREE Trial Class:Urban Pole Walking/

Nordic WalkingAlso called exerstriding, Nordicwalking or pole walking, it is afull body, cardio-muscular exer-cise that engages the arms, back,stomach and legs. This promotescirculation, correct breathing,burns more calories, developstotal body coordination and im-proves posture. Poles are avail-able for use. This free outdoorlesson in Urban Pole Walking ispresented by certified fitness in-structor Kelly Offer. Please dressfor walking outside in allweather. Pre-register.

Wed. Jun 17, 10:45-11:45 amNo charge

Urban PoleWalking/NordicWalking Course

This outdoor pole walking pro-gram will help you build a regularwalking routine into your life. Youwill learn proper techniques forbreathing, posture and musclebalance. Join certified fitness in-structor Kelly Offer for a fully in-tegrated walking program thatessentially turns walking into aworkout! Great workout in alltypes of weather! Please dressfor walking outside. Pre-register.(Includes use of poles). (No classJuly 1).

Wednesdays, 10:45-11:45 amJune 24-July 22 (4 classes)

$38 member /$44 non

Walking GroupsA walking group meets Mondayafternoons at 1:30 pm (includingstatutory holidays) at the Centreto explore a different area eachweek. No cost. All walking levelswelcome! Contact: Brian Dowl-ing 843-5019.

A group meets Monday to FridayMornings at 9:00 am to walk onthe track in Victoria Park (behindthe Seniors Centre). No cost. Allwelcome! Walking poles areavailable for use. Contact: DonnaWagenaar 843-4754.

Gentle YogaHome Practice

This workshop is for studentswith some experience of yogathat are interested in exploringsome manageable home prac-tices to carry you through thesummer. We will explore theright sequence for your body,your time and your energy.Bring your yoga mat and yourquestions. Handouts will be pro-vided. Visit www.rasayana.cafor more information. Instructor:Jill Davey. Pre-register.

Thurs. Jul 211:00 am-12:30 pm

$10.50 members /$13 non

Cardio Salsa(Latin) Fitness

Join instructor Jackie Stackelbergof the Flying Dance Company forthis progressive low to medium

impact cardio workout set to ex-citing music. Fun way to learnLatin dance steps and become fitat the same time! Wear runningshoes and workout clothes. Pre-register. (No class Aug. 3).

Mondays, 3:45-4:30 pmJuly 20-Aug 31 (6 weeks)

$39 member /$45 non

Falun GongWe are hoping to get this groupgoing again! Falun Gong is aself-cultivation practice geared atimproving body and mind. Exer-cises are gentle and easy to learn.Can help relieve stress, increaseenergy and improve physicalhealth. Suitable for all ages andalways offered free of charge. In-structors: Max and Mai Mahr519-823-2422. Please contactthe instructors prior to attending.

DANCE PROGRAMS

Line DancingFor information on our LineDancing Groups (daytime &evening) see “Line Dancing”listed under the “Drop-in ActivityGroups” on the last page of thissection.

FREE Trial Class:Belly Dancing

Don’t miss an opportunity to tryout this fun class! A great way tolearn all about this fun danceform! Bring a yoga mat or smallrubber lined carpet. Pre-register.Instructor: Danika.

Mon. Jun 8, 9:00-10:30 amNo charge

Belly Dancing forFun & Fitness

(Daytime)A gentle aerobic exercise thatstrengthens and tones the entirebody, promoting flexibility andboosts the self-esteem! This mys-terious and ultra-feminine dancestyle has been passed down frommother to daughter for hundredsof years. It is a great makeover forthe body and mind! Bring a yogamat or small rubber lined carpet.Instructor: Danika. Pre-register.(No class Aug. 3)

Mondays, 9:00-10:30 am June 15-July 20 (6 weeks)$35 members /$42 non

Mondays, 9:00-10:30 am July 27-August 31 (5 weeks)$29.25 members /$35 non

Belly Dancing forFun & Fitness

(Evening)A great way to tighten stomachmuscles and strengthen hips andlegs. And it’s a lot of fun too! Thisbeginner class is designed foradults. Bring a yoga mat or smallrubber lined carpet. Come andhave fun while learning this pop-ular dance form. Instructor:Danika. Pre-register. (No classJune 17 or July 1).

Wednesdays, 7:00-8:30 pm June 10-July 22 (5 weeks)$29.25 members /$35 non

Wednesdays, 7:00-8:30 pm July 29-Sept 2 (6 weeks)$35 members /$42 non

DAYTIME COMPUTERCLASSES

Word Processing,E-Mail & Internet

Basic and intermediate levelcomputer course with just threestudents per class. Held over 5weeks, meeting twice a week.Managing e-mail and conductinginternet searches can be mucheasier when you apply word-pro-cessing and basic computer skills.Learn how to work with Win-dows, how to make your com-puter "user friendly", how toavoid problems and what to dowhen mistakes happen. Begin-ners will be introduced to all in-formation required in order toeffectively use their computers.Those with some keyboard andmouse experience will learn newskills to help better manage theirwork. Includes instruction man-ual. Instructor: Joan Coxhead.(No class Aug. 3, Sept. 7).

Mon 1:15-2:15 pm &Wed 9:30-10:30 am

July 6-Aug 10 (5 weeks)$79 member / $89 non

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July 6-Aug 10 (5 weeks)$79 member / $89 non

Mon 1:15-2:15 pm &Wed 9:30-10:30 am

Aug 24-Sept 28 (5 weeks)$79 member / $89 non

Mon 2:30-3:30 pm &Wed 10:45-11:45 am

Aug 24-Sept 28 (5 weeks)$79 member / $89 non

Introduction to WebSite & Page Design

Learn how to design your own in-ternet web page that can beposted for the world to see. Ex-plore formatting, web colours,images and links – all essentialelements of a web page. Partici-pants should be comfortable withthe mouse and have some inter-net browsing experience. Instruc-tor: Dushan Grunstein.Pre-register.

Fridays, 9:30-11:30 amJun 12-Jun 26 (3 classes)$42 member / $49 non

DownloadingFree Stuff

Ever wonder how people get thatgreat software, games or musicfor their computer for free? Thiscourse will show you where to goto get that free stuff as well asthe process for downloading andproper file management. Partici-pants should be comfortable withthe mouse and have internetbrowsing experience. Instructor:Dushan Grunstein. Pre-register.

Fridays, 1:00-3:00 pmJun 12-Jun 26 (3 classes)$42 member / $49 non

New ComputerKnow How

If you have recently purchased acomputer but do not know whereto start, this class will give you ageneral overview. Presenter:Dushan Grunstein. Pre-register.Two dates to choose from.

Wed. June 24, 1:00-3:00 pm$11 member / $13 non

Fri. August 7, 1:00-3:00 pm$15 members / $18 non

ComputerMaintenance &

Clean UpIs your computer too slow? Learnhow to get peak performance outof your computer. Topics: remov-ing unused programs, defrag-menting your hard drive,checking for free HD space, Scan-Disc, virus and hacker protection,spyware and adware. Somemouse and keyboard experienceneeded. Instructor: Dushan Grun-stein. Pre-register.

Fridays, 9:30-11:30 amJuly 3-July 10 (2 classes)$30 member / $36 non

ComputerPhoto Editing

Now that you have taken allthose digital photos, learn how tostore and edit them. Learn totransfer pictures from your cam-era using the computer’s built-infunction. Learn how to edit yourphotos (touch up colour, crop,add special effects), print and in-corporate them into letters andother documents including youre-mail program. Some computerexperience needed. Instructor:Dushan Grunstein. Pre-register.

Fridays, 1:00-3:00 pmJuly 3-July 17 (3 classes)$45 member / $54 non

E-mail RefresherThis class will be of assistance toyou if you already use e-mail, butwould like a refresher about e-mail features, opening and in-cluding attachments andprotecting yourself from viruses.Instructor: Dushan Grunstein.

Tues. July 14, 9:30-11:30 am$15 member / $18 non

Internet RefresherIn this workshop, reacquaintyourself with the internet, learnsimple and useful shortcuts andhow to protect your computerfrom spam and viruses. Instruc-tor: Dushan Grunstein

Tues. July 14, 1:00-3:00 pm$15 member / $18 non

Computer PrintingThis workshop will teach youabout the world of computerprinters. Whether you are lookingto buy one or want to do morewith the one you own, this coursewill help you understand the ben-efits of today’s printers. Instruc-tor: Dushan Grunstein.


Computer ProtectionThis class will focus on the waysyou can protect your computerfrom viruses, spam and internetscams. Instructor: Dushan Grun-stein.


“Ctrl, Alt, Delete”Can Be Your Friend

We are all hesitant of tryingsomething new on our comput-ers for fear of breaking it. Learnhow to troubleshoot on yourcomputer because in reality, theyare hard to break. When all elsefails, hit: “ctrl, alt, delete”. In-structor: Dushan Grunstein.

Fri. July 24, 9:30-11:30 am$15 member / $18 non

DownloadingRefresher

This workshop is for those whohave some experience in down-loading or who want to knowwhat can be downloaded fromthe internet. We will go to someof the best “freebie” sites anddiscuss the steps of safe down-loading. Instructor: Dushan Grun-stein.

Fri. July 24, 1:00-3:00 pm$15 member / $18 non

EBay–Online Auction Site

Do you have treasures just col-lecting dust? They may be worthcash if you know the secret toselling. Or maybe you are lookingfor something special or want tocomplete a collection? Learn howto do it all on EBay, the internet’smost popular auction site. In-structor: Dushan Grunstein.


Face BookFacebook is a very popular socialnetworking website that allowsyou to join “networks” of groupsand friends to chat with online.Learn how to share pictures, sto-ries and keep updated with fam-ily and friends. Instructor: DushanGrunstein.


YouTubeYouTube is a video sharing web-site where users can upload, viewand share video clips. Every day,some short video clip on YouTubemakes headline news. This classwill give you some tips on howyou can join the fun. Instructor:Dushan Grunstein. Pre-register.

Tues. August 4, 9:30-11:30 am$15 member / $18 non

Purchasinga New Computer

Are you in the market for a newcomputer but not sure where tobegin? Presenter Dushan Grun-stein will take you through thesteps of buying a computer, in-cluding determining your needsand requirements, what to lookout for, what the “extras” areand help you get started. Pre-reg-ister.

Tues. August 4, 1:00-3:00 pm$15 member / $18 non

Troubleshoot YourComputer

Learn how to avoid those annoy-ing little messages that keep ap-pearing on your computer screenwith these preventative steps foryour computer. Instructor:Dushan Grunstein.

Fri. August 7, 9:30-11:30 am$15 member / $18 non

Windows XPWould you like to know some ofthe ins and outs of working withWindows? If you want to multi-task with ease then this course isfor you. Some mouse and key-board experience needed. In-


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structor: Dushan Grunstein. Pre-register.

Tuesdays, 9:30-11:30 amAug 25-Sept 8 (3 classes)$45 member / $54 non

GoogleSearch Engine

There is more to Google thensearching the web. Topics will in-clude: Advance Search, Search inyour own computer, Search forimages on the web, View mapsand get directions, Search thou-sands of news stories, Create andshare your online documents,presentations, and spreadsheets,Organise your schedule andshare events with friends, fast,searchable email with less spam,Create mailing lists and discus-sion groups, View web pages inother languages and more. In-structor: Dushan Grunstein.

Tuesdays, 1:00-3:00 pmAug. 25 - Sept. 8 (3 classes)

$45 member / $54 non

PowerPoint 2003Learn how to develop amazing,brilliant presentations of pictures,text and graphics. Create slideshows that use graphics, soundsand actions. PowerPoint presen-tations can record family achieve-ments for your enjoyment and asa memory to pass on to others. Itis also very useful for selling anidea or telling a story. Somemouse and keyboard experienceneeded. Instructor: Dushan Grun-stein. Pre-register.

Fridays, 1:00-3:00 pmAug 28-Sept 11 (3 classes)


Word & Excel 2003Microsoft Word is an excellentprogram to help you create betterdocuments, letters, cards and somuch more. You will also be in-troduced to the capabilities ofMicrosoft Excel, spreadsheet soft-ware, which allows you to createcharts, graphs and formulas, pre-pare budgets and more. Somemouse and keyboard experienceneeded. Instructor: Dushan Grun-stein. Pre-register.

Fridays, 9:30-11:30 am

Aug 28-Sept 11 (3 classes)$45 member / $54 non

EVENING &WEEKEND

COMPUTER CLASSES

Online Garage SalesUsing E-bay and Kijiji

to Buy & SellOne persons’ garbage is anotherpersons’ treasure. Discover hid-den treasures or sell your ownusing these two popular sites.Learn how to create your ac-count, search available goods,put in bids or sell items and howto safely make purchases. In-structor: Corie Kelly, MOUS (Mi-crosoft Office User Specialist).Pre-register

Sat. June 20, 9:30-11:30 am$15 member / $18 non

Face BookFacebook is a very popular socialnetworking website that allowsyou to join ‘networks’ of school,community groups and friends tochat with on-line. Learn how toshare pictures, stories and keepupdated with family and friends.Instructor: Corie Kelly, MOUS (Mi-crosoft Office User Specialist).Pre-register

Sat. June 20, 1:00-3:00 pm$15 member / $18 non

Microsoft Office -The Series

Microsoft Office is an amazingpackage of computer softwarethat can help you in your day today life - if you know how to useit. Let us show you the shortcutsand how the components of thissuite of software (Word, Excel,PowerPoint and Access) can workfor you. Sign up for one, or savemoney and register for all 4 ses-sions. Instructor: Corie Kelly,MOUS (Microsoft Office UserSpecialist). Pre-register

Tuesdays, 6:00-8:00 pmJun 16-Jul 7 (4 classes)$54 member / $64 non

Microsoft Office –Word

Microsoft Word is a great pro-gram to help you create betterdocuments, letters, cards andmuch more! Instructor: CorieKelly, MOUS (Microsoft Office

User Specialist). Pre-register

Tues. June 16, 6:00-8:00 pm$15 member / $18 non

Microsoft Office –Excel

An introduction to the capabili-ties of Microsoft Excel, spread-sheet software, that allows you tocreate charts, graphs and formu-las, prepare budgets and more.Instructor: Corie Kelly, MOUS (Mi-crosoft Office User Specialist).Pre-register


Microsoft Office –PowerPoint

Learn how to develop effectivepresentations of pictures, textand graphics. Instructor: CorieKelly, MOUS (Microsoft OfficeUser Specialist). Pre-register


Microsoft Office –Access

In this final session of MicrosoftOffice, you will discover the use-fulness of databases. Learn totrack and organize your recipesor songs. This is the easiest wayto store, sort and recall informa-tion. Instructor: Corie Kelly,MOUS (Microsoft Office UserSpecialist). Pre-register


Picture Perfect –Managing

Digital ImagesDigital cameras and scanners arenow found in most homes andoffices and have great potentialto enhance projects and servicesif used effectively. This course willshare practical strategies andtechniques for managing andusing digital images acquiredthrough digital photography orscanning. The course will showparticipants how to enhance andmanage images using simpledesktop applications, incorporatethem into documents and proj-ects, and place them online viaapplications such as Picasa andFacebook. Instructor: Corie Kelly,MOUS (Microsoft Office UserSpecialist). Pre-register

Thursdays, 6:00-8:00 pm

June 18-June 25 (2 classes)$30 member / $36 non

Internet & Webmail Using Internet explorer, savingweb pages in favourites & links,searching the web for giventasks, saving images from theweb and using them in other ap-plications, setting up web emailaccounts and managing yourmail are just a few of the topicscovered in this fun and informa-tive course. Instructor: Corie Kelly,MOUS (Microsoft Office UserSpecialist). Pre-register

Sat. July 4, 9:30-11:30 am$15 member / $18 non

Twitter & BloggingNo, this is not a course to teachyou about bird calls or the latestart craze but a new way of com-municating what you are doingthroughout the day to your fam-ily and friends. Learn how to cre-ate a Twitter account and tweetwith the best of them. Check outwebsites that offer free bloggingareas and explore your creativeside. Instructor: Corie Kelly,MOUS (Microsoft Office UserSpecialist). Pre-register

Sat. July 4, 1:00-3:00 pm$15 member / $18 non

PHOTOGRAPHY

Digital Cameras–Let’s Get Started

This workshop is an introductionto digital cameras: how theywork and how to use them. Idealfor new owners of digital cam-eras or if you’re on the brink ofmaking a purchase. Topics: howdigital cameras work, basic set-tings and features, connecting/transferring to computer, use ofediting software, cropping, print-ing. Don’t forget to bring yourcamera to this workshop. Hand-outs included. Instructor: DarrellNoseworthy. Pre-register.

Mon. August 109:00 am-12:00 pm


CREATIVE ARTS

Genealogy:Organizing

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information on your family butare not sure how to put it all to-gether? Need help finding moreinformation? Come with your in-formation, stories and photosand learn how to organize it intoa book form that you will be ableto share with family members.Supplies: $5 payable to instructorat class. Instructor: Margaret Mc-Carney. Pre-register.

Mondays, 9:00-10:30 amJune 8 to July 13 (6 weeks)


Learn to Knit orCrochet (Daytime)

This course is great for peoplewho want to find out which craftbrings them the most pleasure.Learn about tension, yarn labels,yarns and textures. Bring paper,pencil, 5mm knitting needles5mm crochet hook and a 100 gball of worsted yarn. Studentsmay purchase supplies in classfrom the instructor. Instructor:Lise Stewart (former owner ofKnitwit Studio in Fergus). Pre-reg-ister. (No class August 3).

Mondays, 11:00 am-12:30 pmJune 8-July 13 (6 classes)$35 member / $42 non

Mondays, 11:00 am-12:30 pmJuly 20-Aug 31 (6 classes)


Learn to Knit orCrochet (Evening)

This course is great for peoplewho want to find out which craftbrings them the most pleasure.Learn about tension, yarn labels,yarns and textures. Bring paper,pencil, 5mm knitting needles5mm crochet hook and a 100 gball of worsted yarn. Studentsmay purchase supplies in classfrom the instructor. Instructor:Lise Stewart (former owner ofKnitwit Studio in Fergus). Pre-reg-ister. (No class August 3).

Mondays, 7:00-8:30 pmJune 8-July 13 (6 classes)$35 member / $42 non

Mondays, 7:00-8:30 pmJuly 20-Aug 31 (6 classes)


Drop-in MusicalAfternoon

We need musicians and singersfor a weekly musical afternoon atthe Centre! Join us if you love tosing or play an instrument. Look-ing for guitar players and singersfor an afternoon of classic coun-try music. Come out for a musi-cal afternoon of singing and fun!Contact the Seniors Centre formore information.

Begins: Mon. June 152:00 pm

Rubber StampingBeginner to advanced stamperswill enjoy this fun, hands-onworkshop. Create your own per-sonalized cards and learn othercrafty ideas! Bring scissors, gluestick and a $6 supply fee to class.Instructor: Joanne McTavish. Pre-register.

Tues. August 18, 9:30-11:30 am$3 member / $5 non

GENERAL INTEREST

Book ClubLove to read? Share your interestwith others in this drop-in groupat the Centre! They meet the firstFriday of each month at 11:00am. Book to be discussed onJune 5: “The Memory Keeper’sDaughter” by Kim Edwards (fic-tion). The Group will not meet inJuly or August but will resume inthe fall on Sept.4. For upcomingfall book titles or for more infor-mation please contact: VictoriaPark Seniors Centre 519-787-1814 or convenor Lee Walsh519-843-3491.

Public SpeakingWorkshop

Want to learn a few tips to im-prove your public speaking skills?Whether you are looking forsome tips on speaking to a smallgroup or a large crowd or maybegiving a toast at a special event,you won’t want to miss this ses-sion. Topics: presentation in pos-ture, introducing a speaker,presenting a gift, stage fright.Presenter Margaret McDonaldhas A.R.C.T Royal Conservatoryof Music, in Speech Arts and

Drama, B.A. in Fine Arts in The-atre. She has taught speech anddrama for 25 years, taught Eng-lish as a second language, publicspeaking, assertiveness trainingand has acted in and directedmany plays. Pre-register.

Fri. Jun 12, 9:30-11:30 am$1 member / $3 non

Coin Appraisal ClinicHave you wondered about thevalue of those coins you’ve beensaving? Coin expert and volun-teer, Donald Quant, will valueand identify your coins and tradedollars. He has been an avid col-lector all his life and has exten-sive knowledge to share. Bookyour appointment (between 1:00& 4:00 pm) prior to the clinic bycalling the Centre.

Tues. June 16$1 member / $3 non

Financial DiscussionSeminar:

UnderstandingYour Investments

Do you understand what a mu-tual fund is and the costs in-volved? Do you understand whatfixed-income and equities are?Do you know the difference be-tween registered and non-regis-tered accounts? Learn theanswers to these and other ques-tion by joining our small, friendlydiscussion. The purpose of thesession is to share information tolearn how to better understandyour investments, how to save onfees and to know what questionsto ask of a Financial Advisor.(Thanks to our volunteer andCentre member Joan Coxhead forleading this session).

Wed. June 17 @ 1:00 pm$1 member / $3 non

Financial BreakfastSession: “Women &

Money – Helping YouPlan For Your

Financial Future”Today’s woman is in thekitchen…AND the workplace,AND the bank, AND the financialadvisor’s office. And with increas-ing numbers of women in charge

of essential financial and buyingdecisions, the investment indus-try is changing to meet theirneeds. I’m pleased to invite youto join me for a fresh outlook oninvesting for a woman’s perspec-tive. I’ll provide an overview ofthe unique investment needs ofwomen, and get you started onbuilding a customized blueprintfor financial success. This sessionis presented by Laurie Davis,President of Hartford InvestmentsCanada. FREE continental break-fast will be served. Seating is lim-ited. (Please register by June 16).Session is brought to you byJames Rankin, Financial Advisorwith Edward Jones. No charge.

Fri. June 19, 9:00-11:30 amNo cost

Property Assessment& Taxation:The ABC’s of

Property AssessmentJoin representatives from the Mu-nicipal Property Assessment Cor-poration (MPAC) for a seminardesigned to help seniors under-stand how their properties arevalued (which relates to theamount of property tax you pay)and the history behind the as-sessment process. In addition tofinding out more about howMPAC establishes assessed val-ues of homes, seniors will alsolearn what they can do about itif they don’t agree with their as-sessed value. Presented by PeterSimon, Manager of CustomerService & Mark Hall, ValuationReview Specialist.

Mon. June 22 @ 2:15 pm$1 member / $3 non

Lunch & Tour ofHeritage River

RetirementResidence

If you have never toured the newHeritage River Retirement Resi-dence in Elora, now’s yourchance! Includes a deliciouslunch at Heritage River and thetour – all at no cost to you!Please pre-register at the SeniorsCentre.

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Sudoku Fun!Want to learn how to do this puz-zle that so many people seem tobe doing these days? Find outwhy it is so addictive! Or maybeyou have tried doing it but can’tseem to get beyond the easy orintermediate level? Learn sometips to help you on your way tosolving the puzzles quickly andwithout mistakes! Those whohave taken this workshop beforeare welcome to take it again as arefresher. (Thanks to volunteerBud Fauteux for leading thesesessions). Pre-register.

Fri. July 17, 9:30-11:30 am$1 member / $3 non

Fri. Aug 14, 9:30-11:30 am$1 member / $3 non

Brain GymImprove your memory! Challengeyourself with interactive activities.Have fun while improving yourmemory and overall focus. Try outthis new program. Pre-register.Presenter: Kelly Meeussen. Pre-register

Mon. July 13 @ 10:30 am$1 member / $3 non

Taking an Income ina Volatile Market

Learn how you can maintain yourretirement income and lifestyle inturbulent times. This seminar cov-ers tactics that allow you to with-draw an income and preserve thelong-term integrity of your port-folio. Other topics include how tomaximize government benefits,minimize taxes and optimize in-vestment returns. Presented by:Geoffrey Hornby, Financial Advi-sor with Freedom 55 Financial.Pre-register.


Seminar & SlidePresentation:“Wild BirdsUnlimited”

Don’t miss this interesting slidepresentation and talk – all aboutbirds! Richard Tofflemire fromWild Birds Unlimited will beshowing a wonderful array ofslides and will also be talking

about different types of birdfeed-ers available, types of seed, howto make your yard more bird-friendly and how to attract spe-cific types of birds. Pre-register.


55 Alive –Mature Driver

Improvement CourseA driver refresher course by theCanada Safety Council to helpmature drivers improve drivingskills. Learn about current rules ofthe road, how to operate your ve-hicle safely in today's driving en-vironment and some adjustmentsto common age-related changesin vision, hearing, and reactiontime. Gain more confidence be-hind the wheel. Instructor: SusanFow (Certified Professional Driv-ing Instructor). Cost includes aworkbook and a Driver Improve-ment Certificate issued by Cana-dian Safety Council. Coursetaught in the classroom (1 daysession). Pre-register.

Tues. August 189:00 am-12:00 & 1:00-4:00 pm


HEALTH & WELLNESS

You and Your Eyes-Eye Conditions

and Disease of AgingJoin Ruby van Eeken, Low VisionSpecialist with CNIB as she talksabout some common eye prob-lems such as, cataracts, glaucomaand macular degeneration. Shewill also be bringing a selectionof technical aids such as magni-fying devices, etc. for everyone tohave a look at. Pre-register.

Mon. June 8 @ 10:30 am$1 member / $3 non

Fire ExtinguisherTraining &Fire Safety

Join Tom Mulvey, Public SafetyOfficer with the Centre Welling-ton Fire Department for this im-portant session! He will beteaching you how to use a fireextinguisher as well as the stepseveryone should know about fire

prevention, fire hazards in thehome, smoke alarms. We will alsobe trying out the fire extinguish-ers in the parking lot. Mark thisdate on your calendar and besure to attend! We encourage allvolunteers of the Centre to at-tend!

Tues. June 9 @ 1:00 pmNo charge

Food HandlingSafety Seminar

This session should be attendedby all volunteers who prepare orhandle food at the Centre (i.e.Wednesday lunches, dishwash-ing, making coffee, specialevents). This important session ispresented by Donna Manser,Health Inspector with the PublicHealth Unit. She will be demon-strating proper hand washingwith the “glow-germ” (blacklight hand washing display). Shewill also be discussing basickitchen and food safety - very im-portant topics for our Centre!Pre-register. (Note: This is not aFood Handlers CertificateCourse).

Mon. June 15 @ 10:30 amNo charge

Make Up forMaturing Skin

Myrna Hughes, Cosmetician fromShopper’s Drug Mart will guideyou step by step for hands-onmakeup application with an em-phasis on maturing skin. You’lllearn techniques, colour choiceand new trends. See the newcolours for spring and summer!You will be introduced to thenewest trend: mineral make up(more natural, good for sensitiveskin, light coverage). Two morn-ing sessions available (let usknow your choice). Pre-register.Limited seating. Please attendsession with clean, makeup-freeskin.

Monday, June 2210:15-11:15 am

OR 11:30 am-12:30 pm$1 member /$3 non

Cooking &Nutrition Class

Join Registered Dietitian AmandaSpittal for this fun, beginner to in-termediate level cooking classthat combine nutritional tips withhands-on cooking. This workshopwill provide easy and quickrecipes on various nutrition topicsof interest to older adults. Classheld 9:30-11:30 am. Due togrant funding, we are able tooffer it free of charge! We arelooking for new participants whohave not yet taken cookingclasses. If you have taken classesbefore, we can put your name onthe waiting list. This allows us tolet everyone have a chance toparticipate.

Fri. June 26 What’s in Your Picnic Basket?

Nurturing Mind,Body & Soul Through

AromatherapyThis presentation is particularlysuited for those who wish tolearn more of the therapeutic ef-fects of essential oils for pain,stress and skin conditions. Learnhow to nurture the mind, bodyand soul through nature, healingplants, massage and a range ofcomplimentary/alternative thera-pies. Topics covered: psycho aro-matherapy, therapeutic effects ofoils, stress relief, recipes, con-traindications, mindfulness, bib-liotherapy. Presented by MitchellHewson (Homewood Health Cen-tre’s Horticultural Therapist).Please register with theAlzheimer Society 519-836-7672and pay at the door. Cost: $10(includes refreshments & all sup-plies). This educational session,held at Victoria Park Seniors Cen-tre, is presented in partnershipwith the Alzheimer Society ofGuelph-Wellington and theGeropsychiatry Community Edu-cation Program at HomewoodHealth Centre.

Monday, June 292:00-4:00 pm

Cost: $10.00 at the door

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Hearing ScreeningAssessments

Come out and get your hearingscreened by Mary Young, HearingCare Counsellor with the Cana-dian Hearing Society. Book your½ hour appointment prior to theclinic by calling the ReceptionDesk at Victoria Park SeniorsCentre 519-787-1814. This isgeared to individuals wonderingif their hearing has changed. Ifyou wear hearing aids and havequestions, please call Mary Youngat the Can. Hearing Society 519-821-4242 to set up a separateappointment. No charge!

Tuesday, July 218:30 am-2:00 pm

No charge

IncreasingYour Energy

Join presenter Dr. Jim Kaminskifrom Fergus Family chiropracticfor this informative session. Don’tmiss it! Pre-register

Tuesday, July 289:30 am

$1 member / $3 non

These Feet areMade for Walking…

Join Tina Darke, foot care nurse,for an important talk on footcare! She will discuss basic footproblems such as corns, calluses,ingrown toenails, blisters, etc.and how to manage these com-mon problems, how to choosethe correct shoe, home remedies,what you can do for yourself andwhen to seek professional help.As well, she will discuss diabeticcare for feet. Lots of handoutsand giveaways! Bring your ques-tions! Pre-register.

Mon. Aug 24 @ 10:30 am$1 member / $3 non

Do I Really Needa Hearing Aid?

Join us for this workshop on howto deal positively with the changein your hearing. Topics covered:hearing assessment, what is anaudiogram, types of hearing aids,cost and adapting to aids. Also tobe discussed, “maybe I don’t re-ally need a hearing aid” and ef-

fective communication strategies.Lots of time for questions anddiscussions. Geared for thosewho may have hearing aids orthinking about purchasing theirfirst set. (Note: This is an infor-mation session only – no sellingof hearing aids). Presented byMary Young, Hearing Care Coun-sellor with the Canadian HearingSociety. Pre-register.

Monday, August 179:00 am-12:30 pm

$5 (to Can. Hearing Society)

FRIDAY AFTERNOONMOVIES & ICE CREAM

SUNDAES!

Fridays at 1:00 pm we showgreat movies on a large-screenTV. Cost is only $2 for membersor $3 non-members to cover costof refreshments which includes a“build-your own” ice cream sun-dae after the show. Thanks toCherry Hill Video for sponsoringthis program! Pick up the de-tailed movie description pagefrom the Centre, listing our sum-mer line-up of great films! (Note:The movie is cancelled on August21 as we will be setting up forour Annual Peach Social held Sat.Aug. 22). No need to pre-register– just drop-in!

June 5 FlawlessJune 12 Iron Man

June 19 PasschendaeleJune 26 Bonneville

July 3 Space BuddiesJuly 10 Australia

July 17 Bedtime StoriesJuly 24 Hearts of War

July 31 Bride WarsAugust 7 Penelope

August 14 Marley & Me(Cancelled August 21)

August 28 Hotel for Dogs

SPECIAL EVENTS

(Note: For most of the specialevents, there is a now a reducedticket cost if purchased before acertain date as noted below orcontact the Seniors Centre for in-formation.

Poker WalkTo celebrate Seniors Month, joinus for a fun morning to encour-age everyone to be active and in-clude fitness in daily living! Atdesignated stops, you will receivea playing card. At the end of thewalk we will see who has thebest poker hand. No poker play-ing experience needed! Join usfor an enjoyable morning to pro-mote fun, physical activity!(Walking a total of 2 kms). Prizesto be won! No charge.

Wed. June 10 @ 10:45 amNo charge

Fancy HatsAfternoon Tea

Have a fun afternoon at the Cen-tre! Enjoy afternoon tea (chinatea cups!) and scrumptioushomemade treats. Nori Rowan isbringing her huge hat collectionincluding hat boxes and will talkabout the history. Everyone (menand women!) are encouraged towear a favourite hat (antique orotherwise) or bring one to dis-play. Have your picture takenwearing a special hat! (Note:lower ticket price if purchased byJune 5).

Fri. June 12 @ 1:00 pm$5 mem / $6 non (by Jun 5)$6 mem/$7 non (after Jun 5)

MonthlySummer BBQ’s!

Celebrate summer by joining usfor our monthly barbeques at theCentre. Enjoy barbecued ham-burgers (with garnish), home-made salads, homemade dessertwith ice cream, coffee & tea (inair- conditioned comfort!). Callthe Reception Desk at VictoriaPark Seniors Centre to reserveyour spot ahead of time as thereis limited seating and sometimeswe are sold out! Thanks to theCentre’s Program Committee fororganizing these special events.Cost for each BBQ lunch is only$6.50 for members or $7.50non-members.

Wed. June 17 @ 12:00 pmWed. July 15 @ 12:00 pmWed. Aug 12 @ 12:00 pm

Strawberry SocialCome celebrate the Ontariostrawberry season! Join us for anafternoon of fresh strawberriesand special entertainment!Thanks to the Centre’s ProgramCommittee for organizing thisevent. Pre-register. All are invited!(Note: lower ticket price if pur-chased by Jun. 19).

Thurs. Jun 25 @ 1:30 pm$6 (by Jun 19)

OR $7 (after Jun 19)

Dessert &Euchre Party!

Join us at the Centre for a fun af-ternoon and enjoy delicioushomemade dessert! Have funplaying euchre with cash prizesto be won. Dessert served at 1:00pm and euchre begins right af-terward. Bring a friend! Thanks tothe Centre’s Program Committeefor organizing this event. Pre-reg-ister. (Note: Lower ticket price ifpurchased by Jul 3).

Fri. July 10 @ 1:00 pm$5 mem / $6 non (by Jul 3)$6 mem/$7 non (after Jul 3)

Annual Peach SocialJoin us for this fun and very pop-ular special event fundraiser atthe Centre and have a peach ofa day! Stay for lunch and enjoyhomemade peach pie or peachshortcake for dessert! Browsethrough the craft tables, buy aticket for our many in-house raf-fle draws or maybe take homesome homemade baking! Ofcourse, there will be large-sizedfresh Niagara peaches andhomemade peach pies for sale.Thanks to the Centre’s ProgramCommittee for organizing thisannual fundraiser for the Centre!(Let us know if you can help uswith this event as volunteers areneeded). Don’t miss it!

Saturday, August 2211:00 am to 2:00 pm

Free admission

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DROP-INACTIVITY GROUPS

New participants always wel-come to take part in the follow-ing activities. Most activity groupslisted below charge a small pay-as-you-go fee or set a yearly fee.Attend any activity at no chargefor your first visit. You can thenjoin the Centre OR pay the non-member fee each time ($1 addedto drop-in fee). You may want tocall the Centre before your firstvisit, as some groups require priororganization of players.Shouldyou require more informa-tion we encourage you to contactthe name of the Activity Con-venor listed below each activity.

• Art GroupThis group is looking for moreparticipants! They meet Tuesdayafternoons at 1:00 pm for a so-cial and creative afternoon! Bringany type of art or hobby youwould like to work on! Drop-infee: $1 members / $2 non. Inter-ested? Contact the Centre.

• Bid EuchreThis fun group meets Tuesdays at1:00 pm. Drop-in fee: $1 mem-bers / $2 non (with prizes). Con-venor: Andrea Corner519-843-7406. We can teachyou how to play the game aswell!

• Billiards, Snooker & PoolWe have two tables at the Cen-tre, Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to4:00 pm. The Centre is also openMonday, Tuesday and Thursdayevenings 7:00 to 9:00 pm. $35for an annual membership OR25¢ per game. Contact: TedHaines 519-843-4408.

• Book ClubLove to read? Share your interestwith others! Group meets thefirst Friday of the month at 11:00am to discuss that month’s book.The book list is generated basedon group input and is available atthe reception desk. This groupdoes not meet in July or Augustbut will resume again on Sept. 4.Interested in joining? Contact theCentre or Group Convenor: LeeWalsh 519-843-3491. Drop-infee: $1 members / $2 non.

• BridgeDuplicate Bridge is played Mon-days at 7:00 pm (including holi-days). $3 drop-in fee formembers / $4 non (with prizes).Convenor: Don McNiven 519-843-1361.Contract Bridge is played Tues-days at 7:00 pm. Drop-in fee: $1members / $2 non (with prizes).Convenor: Marjorie Lake 519-843-7136.Duplicate Bridge is playedWednesdays at 1:00 pm. Nocharge if you come to theWednesday Lunch otherwise $1drop-in fee for members / $2non. Convenor: Leone Masson519-843-2044.Social Bridge is played Thursdaysat 1:00 pm. Drop-in fee: $1members / $2 non (with prizes)Convenor: Jean Holman 519-843-2004.

• Carpet BowlingCalling all carpet bowlers! Weare hoping to get this groupgoing again! Newcomers wel-come and we will show you howto play. The group had beenmeeting Tuesdays at 1:30 pm. Ifinterested, contact the Centre orConvenor: Brian Dowling 519-843-5019.

• ChessWe are hoping to get this groupgoing! Contact the Centre if in-terested or if you could teachsomeone how to play. The grouphad been meeting Wednesdaysat 1:00 pm. Drop-in fee: $1members / $2 non.

• Choir:Victoria Park Ensemble

This vibrant group practices onMondays at 2:00 pm and are al-ways looking for more people tojoin them! Group does not meetin the summer but will resumeagain in September. Come if youlove to sing or play an instru-ment. Convenor: Morven Mc-Corquodale 519-843-5066.

• Craft GroupJoin us for a good time onWednesdays at 1:00 pm. Craftsmade by the group are sold in theCentre’s Craft Shoppe year roundand at our annual Fall Bazaar. Allproceeds support the Centre.

Newcomers welcome! ContactJane Watson 519-843-2262 orJean Haines 519-843-4408 orthe Centre if you would like tojoin

• CribbageThis fun group meets Fridaymornings at 9:30 am. They wel-come new players and we canteach you how to play. Convenor:Vern Dowdall 843-3907. Drop-infee: $1 members / $2 non.

• CrokinoleThis fun group meets weekly onWednesdays at 10:00 am. Con-tact the Centre if you are inter-ested or simply drop-in! We canshow you how to play the game.Drop-in fee: $1 members / $2non.

• DartsThis group meets Thursday morn-ings at 10:00 am. We can teachyou how to play and there aredarts available for those who donot have there own. Drop-in fee:$1 members / $2 non. Convenor:Don Martin 519-843-3153.

• Drama Group:The Victoria ParkPlayers

If you enjoy performing, this funand lively group is for you! Noexperience needed and they arelooking for more people to jointhem! Both men & women arewelcome! The group meets atpre-arranged times to practice.The first meeting will be Thurs.Sept. 17 @ 2:00 pm. They will bepreparing for the Christmas Per-formance. Interested? Contactconvenor: Joan Brownlow 519-787-2972.

• Drop-in GamesCome out and have a great time.Bring a friend! We have cards,cribbage boards, checker boards,chess, crokinole and jigsaw puz-zles available.

• Euchre Wednesday afternoons at 1:00pm (no charge if you attend theWednesday Lunch, otherwise $1drop-in fee for members / $2non). Thursday evenings at 7:30 pm.Drop-in fee: $2 members / $3non (with prizes to be won).

Thursday Night Euchre con-venors: Mary & Peter McDougall519-843-4079.

• Financial Discussion Group

We are hoping to start up thisgroup at the Centre. The purposeof this group is to share informa-tion and learn how to better un-derstand and manage yourinvestments. Interested? Pleasecontact the Centre or groupleader: Joan Coxhead 519-843-3616. Drop-in fee: $1 mem-bers/$2 non.

• Friday MovieFridays at 1:00 pm. Drop-in fee:$2 members / $3 non and in-cludes refreshments after theshow! Be sure to pick up themovie description page from theCentre.

• Line Dancing-DaytimeThis beginner group for men andwomen meet Thursday mornings9:15-11:00 am to learn basicsteps. Drop-in fee: $1 members /$2 non. Group finishes in Junebut will resume in September.Convenors: Ray & Marie Burkitt519-846-0036. Could you helpinstruct this class? If interested,let us know!

• Line Dancing-Evening Come out for fun and exercise onWednesdays from 7:15 to 8:45pm to learn basic steps. Drop-infee: $1 members / $2 non. Con-venors: Anne & Ron Davidson519-787-2305.

• Musical AfternoonWe need musicians and singersfor a weekly drop-in musical af-ternoon at the Centre! Join us ifyou love to sing or play and in-strument. We are looking for atleast 3 guitar players and singers-for an afternoon of classic coun-try music. Come out for a musicalafternoon of singing and fun! Be-gins: Mon. June 15 @ 2:00 pm.Contact the Centre if interestedor Ken McCorquodale 519-843-5066.

• Quilting GroupExperienced quilters are welcometo join this group, which meetMondays at 1:00 pm. ContactJane Watson 519-843-2262 or


Jean Haines 519-843-4408 orthe Centre if you would like tojoin or if you have a quilt thatneeds to be quilted. (If you wouldlike to learn to quilt, please con-tact the Centre for quilt coursesoffered).

• Rug-Hooking(Traditional)

This group meets Monday after-noons at 1:00 pm. All are wel-come to come for a creative,social afternoon. Drop-in fee: $1members / $2 non. Newcomerswelcome. Convenor: Diane Barley519-846-1033.

• ScrabbleFriendly competition and fun!This group welcomes newcomersand meets Friday mornings at9:30 am. Drop-in fee: $1 mem-bers / $2 non. Convenor: TrudyKelly 519-843-2506.

• ShuffleboardJoin us for fun, friendship andgentle exercise on Mondays at1:00 pm. Drop-in fee: $1 mem-bers / $2 non. Beginners are mostwelcome! We will teach you thegame. Contact Convenor: JoanLambert 519-787-1881 or FernSaunders 519-843-3777.

• Stamp CollectingWe are interested in getting thisdrop-in group going! If inter-ested, contact the Centre.

• Table TennisExercise in disguise! It’s fun, non-competitive play. Group meetTuesday mornings at 10:00 am &Thursday afternoon at 1:00 pm.Newcomers welcome! Drop-infee: $1 members / $2 non. Con-venor: Valerie Benn 519-846-8106.

• Walking GroupsMonday afternoons at 1:30 pm(including statutory holidays)meeting at the Centre to explorea different area each week. Nocost. All walking levels welcome!Contact: Brian Dowling 519-843-5019.Monday-Friday Mornings at 9:00am meeting at the track in Victo-ria Park. No cost. All welcome! Walking poles are available foruse. Contact: Donna Wagenaar519-843-4754

• Wood CarvingGroup meets Wednesdays at1:00 pm to learn and shareknowledge! Bring your own carv-ing tools. $3 drop-in fee formembers only includes wood.Group finishes at the end of Junebut will resume in September.Convenor: Lloyd Osburn 519-787-0805 & Paul Spedaliere.

WANTED: YOURPROGRAM IDEAS

• Do you have an idea for anew drop-in activity?

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

• Do you have a skill you wouldlike to teach others?

• Is there a movie you wouldlike to see?Please share your ideas by contacting Kathryn Morgan 519-787-1814. (Currentlyprogramming for Fall 2009).

VOLUNTEERSNEEDED:

• Line Dancing VolunteerCould you help teach line danc-ing? We need another volunteeror two to help out with the Thurs-day morning class. Please contactVictoria Park Seniors Centre 519-787-1814 or Convenor: MarieBurkitt 519-846-0036.• Chess InstructorInterested in teaching someonethe game of chess? Let us know!• Program CommitteeVolunteers are needed to help onthe Centre’s Program Committee,which plans and organizes spe-cial events and fundraisers for theCentre. This Committee meetsonce a month on the first Mon-

day at 9:45 am. For more infor-mation contact Victoria Park Sen-iors Centre or Jane Watson519-843-2262.• Special EventsVolunteers are needed to helpwith food preparation, set up andorganization for special events.Please contact Kathryn Morgan519-787-1814.

ERRORS:While precautions are taken toensure correct information,sometimes mistakes are made. Ifan error occurs in this publica-tion, the computer registrationsystem will be taken as the cor-rect information.

PROGRAMCANCELLATIONS:

All classes are subject to cancel-lation if there are insufficient reg-istrations. If your class iscancelled due to insufficient en-rolment, you can transfer to an-other class or receive a fullrefund.

REFUNDS:Did you know that if you pay withyour credit card or debit card wecan refund your card should yourcourse be cancelled? Considerusing your credit card or debitcare to register for a course orbus trip – no more waiting for acheque in the mail!

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Sharon O’SheaSales Representative

Monica HendelSales Representative

135 St. David Street South, Unit #6Fergus,Ontario N1M 2L4www.edgerealtysolutions.comtel: 519-843-SOLD (7653) fax: 519-843-7652toll free: 1-888-928-EDGE (3343)email: [email protected]: [email protected]


June is Parks & RecreationMonthJoin us throughout June to celebrate

Parks and Recreation Month!A number of recreation activities for allage groups, interest and abilities areavailable to you to help you getin motion.

Be active everyday ...for your health!

www.centrewellington.ca

ACTIVE YOUTH COOPERATIVEFitness kits will be available for use by all youth organization leaders in Centre Wellington. Thesekits are available on a sign-out basis and there is NO COST involved. Funding for these kits were

made available through the “Communities in Action” fund through the Province of Ontario.

Kits are designed for:• Dry land training activities • Summer or Day camp activities • Pre-season sports preparation

• Activity challenges • On-going cross training for sports or cultural groups

Each kit comes with fitness equipment and instructions, all you have to do is call the Sportsplexat 843-2800 to sign up for Leader/Coach training sessions being held in June.

These sessions will be run by a certified fitness instructor!

JULY 10 TO AUGUST 2, 2009

THE ELORA FESTIVALAND SINGERS

Artistic Director Noel Edison

Tickets and Information33 Henderson Street, Elora519.846.0331 [email protected]

BERLIOZ REQUIEM • OLIVER JONES TRIODAWN UPSHAW • CONCERTS IN THE QUARRYANDRÉ LAPLANTE • A NIGHT AT THE OPERA

CARMINA BURANA • BILLIE HOLIDAY SONGBOOK

Thursday July 23, 2009Terri Clark concert in Diamond Entertainment Area

Local truck pulls - gas and dieselTrade show

Robertson Amusements / Family Fun Zone

Friday July 24, 2009Loverboy - Trooper concert

Live music in Diamond Entertainment AreaEmpire State Pullers and GLTTPA

Trade ShowTruck News “Owner Operator of the Year” award

Robertson Amusements / Family Fun Zone

Saturday July 25, 2009Garden Tractor pullsHighway Tractor pulls

Great lakes Truck and Tractor PullersEmpire State Pullers

Live music in Diamond Entertainment areaDoc Walker concert

Trade ShowRobertson Amusements / Family Fun Zone

Beef BBQSaturday Night Light Show

Sunday July 26, 2009Truckers Breakfast in the Complex hall

Transport For Christ Church Service Live music in the Diamond Entertainment Area

Show and Shine AwardsGeorge Canyon concert

Robertson Amusements / Family Fun ZoneThrill Show Productions Demolition Derby

July 23 - 26, 2009

- Terri Clark *- George Canyon- Doc Walker- Tara Oram- Settlers Creek- Dry County- The Back Roads Band- Shelly Rastin Band- Dan Badger & Tailgate- Loverboy- Stampeders- Trooper- Adam Gregory- New Cumberland- Ally Howatt- Moonshine- Steelecounty- Pauly and the Goodfellas

GATES OPEN(for the general Public)

Thursday 6:00pmFriday 12:00pmSaturday 9:00amSunday 8:00am

Gate Admission

Adults: Thursday $10.00Friday or Saturday $25.00Sunday $20.00Weekend Pass $60.00

Students (15-19) & Seniors (over 60)Thursday $5.00Friday, Saturday or Sunday $15.00Weekend Pass $40.00

Kids (5-14)Thursday, Friday, Saturday

or Sunday $5.00Weekend Pass $15.00

Kids under 5 free

Show & Shine - over 400 trucksTruck & Tractor Pulls

Trade ShowDemolition Derby

CampingFamily Fun Zone

Robertson Amusements(Free Midway**)

Live Music

For more information:

1-275 Gordon St. Fergus, Ontario, Canada N1M 2W3Phone: 519-843-3412 Fax 519-787-0692

Toll Free 1-866-526-7379email: [email protected]

Website: fergustruckshow.com

FERGUS TRUCK SHOW

* Terri Clark concertis $15.00 plus

regular gate admission

** Free midway isincluded with

regular gate admission

Show & Shine, Camping & Tickets

available online www.fergustruckshow

Centre Wellington Community Sportsplex, Fergus Ontario

The Leading Family Entertainment

& Trucking Event in North America

A weekend full ofchrome, horsepower,music, camping and

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Confirmed Diamond Sponsors as of 04/25/09

Over 25 hours of music all

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