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Town of Devon Program Guide

Summer’S ApproAching!ParticiPation FundDid you know that financial assistance for Town of Devon run programs is available through the Participation Fund?The Town of Devon believes in creating an inclusive community where all residents can lead a healthy and active lifestyle re-gardless of economic circumstance. Families are automatically approved if they are in receipt of AISH, EI or Alberta Child / Adult Health benefits. Other funding is determined by family income and size. Maximum allowance is $230 per family per fiscal year. Visit www.devon.ca to complete the online form. Or call 780-987-8325 / [email protected] for more information or a copy of the form.

community & Economic dEvEloPmEnt dirEctoryTown Office Main ...........................................780-987-8300Programs .........................................................780-987-8332 Devon Outdoor Pool .....................................780-987-4616Family & Community Support Services ....780-987-8325Town Events ...................................................780-987-8331Community Bus .............................................780-910-1960

tablE oF contEntsDirectory, Participation Fund, Cancellations .......................22016 Events.............................................................................3Summertime in Devon ...........................................................3Family and Community Support Services/Parent Link ........4Child & Youth Programs .........................................................5Summer Camps ......................................................................7Family & Adult Programs .......................................................8Pool Fees and Schedules .....................................................10Swimming Lessons...............................................................12Community Bus ....................................................................15Devon Public Library ............................................. Back Cover

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Spring + Summer 2016

2016 eventS Summertime in Devon

Block Parties are a great way to get know your neighbours and celebrate summer

Recreation activity bags available for sign out

The block party kit has everything you will need to host a fantastic and fun party.

Book Now!

aPril 17-22 Pitch-In Devon! Community Clean Up

JunE 8 “Pow”tastic Picnic Party

JunE 11 River Day

July 1 Canada D’eh Celebration

august 17 Movie in the Park

sEPtEmbEr 7 Community Awareness Night

Teach yourself new skills on the

Bike Skills Park

Walk or Bike the River Valley Trails

check out the new river valley staircase – how many stairs are there?

gEocaching Picnic by the river

Spend an afternoon at the splash park

Visit the dog park

Bring your little ones to the travelling Summer Shack

Play vollEyball in cEntEnnial

Park

roast marshmallows in voyageur park

Swim at the

river beach

Have a block party

go on a naturE scavEngEr hunt

camp out in your backyard

make a bird feeder

For more information call 780.987.8332 or

visit www.devon.ca

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FAmily AnD community Support ServiceSEarly dEvEloPmEnt instrumEntAs part of our ongoing commitment to the children of Devon, the programs we offer are being purposefully created with one or more of the five developmental domains in mind. Where you see the symbols by the programs you will know what domains they primarily focus on.

dEvEloPmEntal domains:Physical Health & Well-Being:Encouraging physical growth and independence, gross and fine motor skills and coordination.

Social Competence: Encouraging playing well with others, curiosity about the world, respect for adults and other children, behavior and following rules / instructions, independence, self-confi-dence and eagerness to explore new things.

Emotional Maturity: Encouraging age-appropriate emotional understanding, empathy, reflection, and controlled actions (thinking before doing).

Language & Thinking: Encouraging reading, writing, classification of shapes, numbers, colours, size and concepts.

Communication Skills & General Knowledge: Encouraging open communication of needs and wants in a socially appropriate way, storytelling and an appropriate awareness of the outside world.

What is Fcss and hoW can WE hElP you?FCSS or Family & Community Support Services is a preventativeprogram designed to support individuals and families that mayneed help with some of the things life throws at them. By working in partnership with community groups and organizations, schools, and regional colleagues we are able to assist with:

• Subsidized counselling (where eligible)• In-home outreach support for families experiencing partic-

ular issues• General referral / guidance to reach other services (such as

housing, food, mental health)• Seniors assistance• Tax assistance program• Short courses on parenting, healthy eating, babysitting, teen

awareness issues and many more

Regardless of background, many people need help at some point and whether it is for you, a family member, colleague or a friend, we are here to offer assistance and aim to help get you to the service you need quickly.

block ParEnt Program nEEds you!The Block Parent Program of Canada is a registered charity and Canadian organization. Put into place to make your community safer for those who are lost, scared, vulnerable, or in distress. Along with 21 other Alberta Block Parent Programs, Devon Block Parent is a way for you to be involved as a safe home, or small business, in our community.

More info or to sign up:

Devon Block Parent Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/928684097203656/ Email: [email protected] Phone: 1-780-738-0906 Website: http://www.albertablockparent.com

Located at Old Robina Baker School#5 Jasper Court STo register, contact:780-979-2386•1-800-979-2386 [email protected]

Stay’n’Play Are you looking for a program that encourages opportunities to connect with other children and adults in the community? This unstructured play time for (0- 6 years) promotes active exportation and provides learning activities that support healthy child devel-opment. Join your child in engaging with others in a fun, free and social environment.

Date & Time: Tuesdays 9:00am-12:00pm Drop-ins welcome until 11:30am



Devon Community Indoor Playground Spend some quality time with other parents while your children get to play. We have ride on cars, slides, climb-ing areas, a playhouse, kitchen, and many other fun toys. Light snacks and refresh-ments provided. Register full year online or in person – half year and drop in must be paid in person.

Date: Thursdays, September 25-May 28Time: 9:30am-11:30amLocation: Braun Hall, Community CentreAge: 0-6 yearsCost: Full year $40, half year $25 (after

Feb 1) or drop in $5 per familyFor more info check us out on Facebook.Parents are responsible for the active supervi-sion of their children and helping with set-up & take-down.

Sportball Parent & Child You’ve made the team! Sportball Par-ent & Child focuses on physical literacy and social exploration as toddlers learn fundamental sport skills and participate in creative motor games, songs, rhymes, stories, bubble time and more. Children are challenged according to their individual skill level and grownups are taught tech-niques to help toddlers refine motor skills while developing social skills.

Date: Saturdays, April 23-June 25Time: 9:00am-9:45amLocation: Riverview Middle School

chilD & youth progrAmSAge: 2-3.5yrs

(Accompanied by parent)Cost: $155/10 sessionsRegistration Deadline: April 18

Sportball Coach & Child This program will help kids ages 3 and up develop independence and build confi-dence by attending classes “all by them-selves.” Coaches engage younger children with creative storylines and special themes and connect with older kids as leaders and mentors. Parents and caregivers are asked to remain outside during Coach & Child classes to minimize distractions and encourage kids to participate on their own.

Date: Saturdays, April 23-June 25Time: 10:00am-11:00amLocation: Riverview Middle SchoolAge: 3.5-5yrsCost: $155/10 sessionsRegistration Deadline: April 18

Developmental Domains

Social Competence

Language & Thinking

Physical Health & Well-Being

Emotional Maturity

Communication Skills & General Knowledge

We cancelled the program!Excellent programs are sometimes cancelled when everyone waits until the last minute to register. Decisions about class cancellations are made one week prior to class start dates. Please make sure classes run by

rEgistEring Early!Programs must meet minimum registration to run. If a program needs to be cancelled, there will be a full refund to the participants and a minimum of 5 business days’ notice given. Withdrawal from a program requires 5 business days. You will receive a full refund minus a 10% administration fee. Withdrawals with less than 5 days’ notice are not eligible for a refund.

Sportball Multi-Sport Refine, rehearse, repeat. Multi-Sport classes are the heart of Sportball programming. Coaches focus on the basic skills common to all sports, like balance, coordination, stamina and timing in a fun, supportive, non-competitive setting that emphasizes teamwork. Each class focuses on one of eight different popular sports: hockey, soc-cer, football, baseball, basketball, volley-ball, golf and tennis.

Date: Saturdays, April 23-June 25Time: 11:00am-12:00pmLocation: Riverview Middle SchoolAge: 5-7yrsCost: $155/10 sessionsRegistration Deadline: April 18

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The Basics of Photography for Kids Learn the basics of photography in this five week program offered by Lisha Gunn Pho-tography. Learn the very basics including how to hold and clean your camera. Learn how to frame a picture and how to take fewer pictures. We’ll explore ISO, white bal-ance, aperture and focal point. During each class young photographers will be given a chance to get out and shoot some pictures. There will be a short weekly assignment so that students can practice the theories they learn. Each student will begin a portfolio of their work to take home with them.

Date: Saturdays, May 7-June 4 Time: 9:00-10:30amLocation: Meeting Room,

Community CentreAge: 8-16Cost: $125Registration Deadline: April 22All students will require a camera (point and shoot or DSLR) and a neck strap for their camera

Leaders in Training Leaders in Training is developed using the High Five Principles of Healthy Child Development. This program will give youth the skills they need to work with children. It

helps develop leadership, communication, and teamwork necessary to enhance the experience of program participants. Volun-teer opportunities with summer day camps may be available.

Date: Tuesdays, June 7, 14, 21 Time: 5:00pm-7:00pmLocation: Local Youth Experience

(1949 Building)Age: 11-17Cost: FreeRegistration Deadline: May 31

Sportball Summer Camp Sportball half day camps will be for chil-dren ages 3.5 - 5yrs old .Our Sportballers will get to stay active throughout the day playing 9 different sports throughout the week. Everyday there will be a different theme to make it even more exciting. The themes will include super hero, knights and princesses, space above and beyond, jungle adventures and many more. And they will be led by our amazing Sportball coaches.

Date: August 2-5Time: 8:30am-12:00pm OR

1:00pm-4:00pmLocation: Devon Community Center

Age: 3.5-5 yearsCost: $165 (AM)

$150 (PM)Registration Deadline: July 25

Summer Challenger Sports Camps The Town of Devon is once again teaming up with Challenger Sports British Soccer to provide the week long British Soccer Camps. Registration includes a free ball & t-shirt. Register online at www.challenger-sports.com by June 24th to receive a FREE replica jersey. Registration forms can also be found at the Town of Devon office.

Date: August 8-12First Kicks: 10:45-11:45am

Ages 3-4yrs $100Mini Soccer: 9:00-10:30am

Ages 4-5yrs $110Player Development:

9:00am-12:00pm Ages 6-16yrs $148

Player Development:

1:00pm-4:00pm Ages 6-16yrs $148

Full Day: 9:00am-4:00pm Ages 7-16yrs $210

Location: Community Center Soccer Fields

Registration Deadline: June 24th to receive a FREE jersey

Basketball Camp This skill development program will incor-porate the Long Term Athlete Development model created by Canada Basketball. Focus will be placed on individual and team oriented basketball skills, such as, shooting, passing, offensive and defensive concepts, and game play from 1 v 1 up to 5 v 5. This camp will help refine existing skills with the potential to introduce new skills and concepts to take you to the next level in your individual and team play. Don Finlayson will be instructing these camps. All registrations will include a camp t-shirt and prizes will be handed out at the end of the week.

Date: August 15-19Time: 9:00am-12:00pm for players

entering grades 3-6 1:00pm-4:00pm for players entering grades 7-12

Location: John Maland High SchoolCost: $105 (includes t-shirt)Registration Deadline: August 8



Summer cAmpSsummEr shackWatch for Devon’s newest program this summer!! Coming to a park near you! The Summer Shack will pop up at different playgrounds and parks throughout the summer. Check Facebook, Dispatch, and Community Calendar for dates! Free – no registration necessary.

halF day camPs: 3-5 yEarsDino Daze Journey back in time to when dinosaurs roamed the Earth. We will use movement, games, and crafts to explore these very old creatures.

Date: July 4-8Time: 9:00am-12:00pmLocation: Devon Community CentreAge: 3-5Cost: $65Registration Deadline: June 27

Local Heroes Who is your local hero? A firefighter? A police officer? A veterinarian? We will explore what your local heroes do through crafts, games and even get to meet some of them!

Date: July 18-22Time: 9:00am-12:00pmLocation: Devon Community CentreCost: $65Registration Deadline: July 11

Water Wonderland Prepare for some water fun this week! We will discover the world of water with outdoor games, art, and many fun activities that involve water.


Fun Factory Enjoy a bit of everything! Art, games, crafts, snacks, inside and outside fun. We will do all things fun and creative this week.

Date: August 8-12Time: 9:00am-12:00pmLocation: Devon Community CentreCost: $65Registration Deadline: August 1

Wacky Wilderness Discover all the things nature has to offer during this fun week in the wilderness. Spend a morning in Voyageur Park, learn about bugs, make recycled crafts, and go on a scavenger hunt.Date: August 15-19Time: 9:00am-12:00pmLocation: Devon Community CentreCost: $65Registration Deadline: August 8

halF day camPs: 6-10 yEarsPrices include field trips

Outdoor Adventures The beauty of nature is among us, if you enjoy the outdoors then this is the perfect camp for you. Build a campfire and roast marshmallows, hike the trails through the river valley and build crafts with materials we find on our journeys.

Date: July 4-8Time: 1:00pm-4:00pmLocation: Devon Community CentreCost: $90Registration Deadline: June 27

Virtual Reality Bring your favourite games to life! Build with Minecraft & Lego, race with Mario & Luigi, or dig into the world of Terraria.

Date: July 18-22Time: 1:00pm-4:00pmLocation: Devon Community CentreCost: $90Registration Deadline: July 11

Splash into Summer Celebrate mid-summer with a week full of sun, water, and activities meant for sum-mer enjoyment. Swimming, hiking, water fights & biking are all part of the fun.

Date: July 25-29Time: 1:00pm-4:00pmLocation: Devon Community CentreCost: $90Registration Deadline: July 18

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FAmily & ADult progrAmSGames NightGather your friends and families to enjoy an evening out for a drop in games night! Check out the huge variety of board games to play from old family favourites to new puzzles and cooperative games. All ages are welcome to attend. Refreshments are provided.

Date: Thursday, April 21; Friday, May 20; Thursday, June 23

Time: 6:30pm-8:30pm

Location: Claypool Room, Community Centre

Cost: Free

Around the World The Summer Olympic Games have begun; let’s explore the world that has been brought together as one. We will discover games, crafts, and traditions from all over.

Date: August 8-12Time: 1:00pm-4:00pmLocation: Devon Community CentreCost: $90Registration Deadline: August 1

Club Hollywood Week at the movies! Through the wizarding world of Harry Potter, into the sea to Find Dory, up to space to fight the Star Wars, and find your inner Avenger superhero. So many films to explore!

Date: August 15-19Time: 1:00pm-4:00pmLocation: Devon Community CentreCost: $90Registration Deadline: August 8

Full day camPs: 6-10 yEarsTime Traveler Jump ahead to the future or travel back in time to discover what life was and could be like. Use your imagination to create the future and get rid of all technology to learn the ways of the past.


Create & Explore Calling all crafters, artists, designers, and experimenters! Unleash your inner creativity and make your own body products, paint-ings, and unique crafts. Don’t worry, we will also spend time getting active!

Date: August 2-5Time: 9:00am-4:00pmLocation: Devon Community CentreCost: $150Registration Deadline: July 25

Drop-in Programs: Please check the com-munity calendar for program cancellations at www.devon.ca. Updates are also posted on the Town of Devon Facebook page!

Drop In Badminton Drop in for a friendly pickup game! No need to register. Badminton runs weekly, unless the school is closed or the gym is booked for a school event. The schedule is posted on the community calendar at www.devon.ca. All abilities welcome.

Date: Tuesdays until June 7

Time: 5:00pm-7:00pm

Location: Robina Baker Elementary School, 1 Jasper Court South

Cost: Free

Drop In Ball HockeyDrop in for a pick-up game of ball hockey at the arena. Bring your gear and some friends! All abilities welcome.

Date: Wednesdays beginning April 20

Time: 8:00pm-10:00pm

Location: Dale Fisher Arena

Age: 18+

Cost: Free



Dance Fitness (Low Impact) Dance fitness is modified to suit the needs of the active mature participant, as well as those just starting their journey to a fit and healthy lifestyle.

Date: Mondays & Wednesdays until June 22 (No class April 13 & May 23)

Time: 5:30-6:15pm

Location: Braun Hall, Community Centre

Cost: 10 punch pass $45 – includes GST. *Punch pass valued for any 10 classes until June 22

River Valley Plant WalkJoin plant expert, Kelly Harlton as he leads you on a nature journey in Devon’s river valley. Learn which plants and trees can be used to eat, as medicine, and make teas.

Date: Thursday, June 16

Time: 6:30pm-8:00pm

Location: TBA closer to the date

Age: All ages, children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult

Cost: $12/person

Registration Deadline: June 9

DIY Body Products Have fun using your imagination, saving money, and making your very own body products! Make yourself: whipped butter lotion, skin stimulating salt/sugar scrub, attractive layered salts and nutritious facial masques – all from raw ingredients (no bases used). Start the spring off with new products. Great ideas for Mother’s Day!

Date: April 14

Time: 6:00-9:00pm

Location: Kitchen, Community Centre

Cost: $60

Registration Deadline: April 7

Painting Class for Beginners and Intermediate Come in and get motivated about painting with water based mediums such as acrylics or watercolors. Classes will include tips on materials, color, composition, technique, and individual assistance. Bring in your

own project idea or work in progress, or chose from painting projects provided by the instructor.

Date: Tuesdays, April 19-May 10

Time: 7:00 - 10:00 pm

Location: Braun Hall, Community Centre

Cost: $ 100.00

Registration Deadline: April 12• Participants required to bring their own art supplies

The Basics of PhotographyLearn the basics of photography in this six week program offered by Lisha Gunn Pho-tography. Learn the very basics including how to hold and clean your camera. Learn how to frame a picture and how to take fewer pictures. We’ll explore ISO, white balance, aperture and focal point. During each class photographers will be given a chance to get out and shoot some pictures. There will be a short weekly assignment so that students can practice the theories they learn. Each student will begin a portfolio of their work to take home with them.

Date: Thursdays, May 5-June 9

Time: 6:30-7:30pm

Location: Meeting Room, Community Centre

Cost $125

Registration Deadline: April 27• All students will require a camera (point and shoot or DSLR) and a neck strap for their camera

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Devon Community Pool Fees Season Passes

Year2016

Child Youth/Senior Adult Family Child Youth/Senior Adult Family

$3.90 $4.95 $6.90 $15.90 $108 $147 $196 $227

Punch Passes (10 Swims) Rentals*

Year2016

Child Youth/Senior Adult Family Resident Youth Non-Resident *Ten (10) working days notice is required for cancellation of any rental.$33 $43 $55.75 $144 $143 $78 $185

pool FeeS AnD ScheDule

This schedule may be subject to change. For the most current pool information please go to www.devon.ca/pool

Lesson Fees Per 10 Day Session Per 10 Day Session

With Pass Without Pass

30 min lesson $42.40 $46.40

45 min lesson $51.50 $57.70

Private Lesson Fees

10 Days(30 min) 10 Days (45 min)

1 Person $60.00 $75.00

2 People $85.00 $105.00

34 Haven Avenue, Devon, ABFor more information contact the pool at 780-987-4616.

• Some levels may be combined to ensure courses run.

• Classes will not run on the following dates: July 1 and Au-gust 4. Additional time has been added to the applicable sessions to ensure adequate time has been provided.

• Classes are Monday-Friday unless in June. In June, they will run as specified (M/W or T/Th).

• The Devon Community Pool reserves the right to cancel lessons due to low registration. The Devon Community Pool is not responsible for cancellations due to weather.

*Placement in Red Cross swimming lessons depends upon many variables including age, skill proficiency, previous experience and readiness. Requirements are guides only.

The Devon Community Pool | 34 Haven AvenueFor more information contact the pool at 780-987-4616.

notes: pool events 2016Friday, may 20 – Pool Opening @ 6:00pm –BBQ

monday, may 23 – Victoria Day Public swim during the day

JunE 11th/12th – Devon Days Dip N’ Dive

Friday, JunE 24 – Midnight Swim 10:00pm-12:00am

WEdnEsday, JunE 29 – Summer Kick off

Friday, July 1 – 1:00pm-3:00pm Lifeguard water games at the splash park, reduced hours at the pool 5:00pm-9:00pm Canada Day Party

saturday, July 9 – Devon Dolphins Swim Meet - Pool Closed

Friday, July 15 – Midnight Swim 10:00pm-12:00am

monday, august 1 – Civic Holiday, additional public swim from 9:00am-12:30pm

Friday, august 12 – Deep End Club and Volunteer Party

Friday, august 19 – Movie Night 8:30pm. No evening Lane Swim

saturday, august 27- End of Summer Bash/Last day of swimming! 6:00pm-10:00pm



Pool schedule: may 20-28, 2016Time Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

6:00 AM

7:00 AM Lane Swim 6:00 - 8:30 AM

8:00 AM

9:00 AMLane Swim Lane Swim

10:00 AM 9:00 - 11:00 AM 9:00 - 11:00 AMSchool Rental

11:00 AM 8:30 AM - 2:30 PM

12:00 AM Public Rental Public Rental11:00 AM - 2:00 PM 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

1:00 PM

2:00 PM Family Swim Family Swim2:00 - 3:00 PM 2:00 - 3:00 PM

3:00 PM Public Swim2:30 - 4:50 PM

4:00 PM Public Swim Public Swim3:00 - 8:00 PM 3:00 - 8:00 PM

5:00 PM Swim Club Rental5:00 - 6:00 PM

6:00 PM

7:00 PM Public Swim 6:00 - 9:00 PM

8:00 PM Lane Swim Lane Swim 8:00 - 9:00 PM 8:00 - 9:00 PM

9:00 PM Lane Swim9:00 - 10:00 PM

10:00 PM

Pool schedule: may 29 - June 30, 2016Time Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

6:00 AM

7:00 AM Lane Swim 6:00 - 8:30 AM

8:00 AM


10:00 AM 9:00 - 11:00 AM 9:00 - 11:00 AMSchool Rental

11:00 AM 8:30 AM - 2:30 PM

12:00 AM Public Rental Public Rental11:00 AM - 2:00 PM 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

1:00 PM

2:00 PM Family Swim Family Swim2:00 - 3:00 PM 2:00 - 3:00 PM

3:00 PM Public Swim 2:30 - 4:50 PM

4:00 PM Public Swim Public Swim3:00 - 8:00 PM 3:00 - 8:00 PM

5:00 PM Swim Club Rental5:00 - 6:00 PM

6:00 PM Evening Lessons Evening Lessons 6:00 -7:30 PM Evening Lessons 6:00 -7:30 PM Evening Lessons

7:00 PM 6:00 -8:00 PM 6:00 -8:00 PMPublic Swim Public Swim Public Swim

8:00 PM Lane Swim 7:30 - 9:00 PM Aquafit 7:30 - 9:00 PM Aquafit 7:30 - 9:00 Lane Swim8:00 - 9:00 8:00 - 9:00 PM 8:00 - 9:00 PM 8:00 - 9:00

9:00 PM Lane Swim9:00 - 10:00 PM

10:00 PM

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Pool schedule: august 21-27, 2016Time Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

6:00 AM

7:00 AM Lane Swim 6:00 - 9:00 AM

8:00 AM


10:00 AM 9:00 - 11:00 AM Morning Lessons 9:00 - 11:00 AM9:00 AM - 12:30 PM

11:00 AM

12:00 AM Public Rental Public Rental11:00 AM - 2:00 PM Lane Swim 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

1:00 PM 12:30 - 1:30 PM

2:00 PM Family Swim Family Swim2:00 - 3:00 PM Public Swim Public Swim 2:00 - 3:00 PM

3:00 PM 1:30 - 4:20 PM 1:30 - 9:00 PM

4:00 PM Public Swim Public Swim3:00 - 8:00 PM Swim Club Rental 3:00 - 8:00 PM

5:00 PM 4:30 - 6:00 PM

6:00 PM Evening Lessons Evening Lessons 6:00 - 7:30 PM Evening Lessons 6:00 - 7:30 PM Evening Lessons

7:00 PM 6:00 - 8:00 PM 6:00 - 8:00 PM

8:00 PM Lane Swim Public Swim Aquafit Public Swim Aquafit Lane Swim8:00 - 9:00 PM 7:30 - 9:00 PM 7:30 - 9:00 PM 7:30 - 9:00 PM 7:30 - 9:00 PM 8:00 - 9:00 PM

9:00 PM Lane Swim 9:00 - 10:00 PM

10:00 PM

Pool schedule: July 1 - august 20, 2016Time Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

6:00 AM

7:00 AM Lane Swim 6:00 - 9:00 AM

8:00 AM


10:00 AM 9:00 - 11:00 AM Morning Lessons 9:00 - 11:00 AM9:00 AM - 12:30 PM

11:00 AM

12:00 AM Public Rental Public Rental11:00 AM - 2:00 PM Lane Swim 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

1:00 PM 12:30 - 1:30 PM

2:00 PM Family Swim Family Swim2:00 - 3:00 PM Public Swim 2:00 - 3:00 PM

3:00 PM 1:30 - 4:20 PM

4:00 PM Public Swim Public Swim3:00 - 8:00 PM Swim Club Rental 3:00 - 8:00 PM

5:00 PM 4:30 - 6:00 PM

6:00 PM Evening Lessons 6:00 - 7:30 PM

7:00 PM Evening Lessons Evening Lessons Public Swim 6:00 -8:00 PM Public Swim 6:00 -8:00 PM Public Swim

8:00 PM Lane Swim 7:30 - 9:00 PM Aquafit 7:30 - 9:00 PM Aquafit 7:30 - 9:00 PM Lane Swim8:00 - 9:00 PM 8:00 - 9:00 PM 8:00 - 9:00 PM 8:00 - 9:00 PM

9:00 PM Lane Swim 9:00 - 10:00 PM

10:00 PM



ParEntEd sEssionsStarfish Babies and their caregivers work on getting wet, buoyancy and movement, front, back and vertical posi-tion in the water, and shallow water entries and exits.

Duck Babies and their caregivers work on rhythmic breathing, moving forward and backward, front and back float with recov-ery, and shallow water entries and exits.

Sea Turtle Toddlers and their caregivers work on sub-mersion, front and back floats and glides, jumping into chest-deep water with assistance, kicking on front and front swim.

Starfish/Duck/Sea Turtle

May 30-June 29 M/W 6:00-6:30

July 4-15 M-F 9:00-9:30

July 5-28 T/Th 6:00-6:30

July 18-29 M-F 9:45-10:15

August 2-12 M-F 11:30-12:05

August 2-25 T/Th 6:00-6:30

August 15-26 M-F 9:30-10:00

Sea Otter Swimmers work on front and back floats and glides, kicking on front with a buoyant object, and will be able to swim 1 metre upon completion of this level.

Sea Otter Sessions

May 30-June 29 M/W 6:00-6:30

May 31-June 30 T/Th 6:00-6:30

July 4-15 M-F 9:30-10:00

July 4-15 M-F 11:15-11:45

July 4-15 M-F 10:15-10:45

July 4-27 M/W 6:30-7:00

July 5-28 T/Th 6:30-7:00

July 18-29 M-F 10:00-10:30

July 18-29 M-F 11:45-12:15

August 2-12 M-F 9:50-10:25

August 2-12 M-F 11:00-11:35

August 2-25 T/Th 6:30-7:00

August 3-24 M/W 6:00-6:35

August 15-26 M-F 10:00-10:30

Salamander Swimmers work on improving their front and back float and jumping into chest-deep water unassisted. Kicking is added to the front and back glide and swimmers will be able to swim 2 metres upon completion.

Salamander Sessions

May 30-June 29 M/W 6:00-6:30

May 31-June 30 T/Th 7:00-7:30

July 4-15 M-F 10:45-11:15

July 4-15 M-F 9:00-9:30

July 4-27 M/W 7:00-7:30

July 18-29 M-F 12:00-12:30

July 18-29 M-F 9:00-9:30

August 2-12 M-F 10:30-11:05

August 2-12 M-F 11:35-12:10

August 2-25 T/Th 6:00-6:30August 3-24 M/W 6:00-6:35August 15-26 M-F 10:45-11:15

August 15-26 M-F 11:45-12:15

Sunfish Swimmers work on kicking and can perform glides (front and back), enter deep water safely, float in deep water, swim with a PFD, and swim 5 metres continuously.

Sunfish Sessions

May 30-June 29 M/W 6:30-7:00

May 31-June 30 T/Th 6:00-6:30

July 4-15 M-F 10:45-11:15

July 5-28 T/Th 6:00-6:30

July 18-29 M-F 9:00-9:30

August 2-12 M-F 9:00-9:35

August 2-12 M-F 11:00-11:35

August 3-24 M/W 6:35-7:10

August 15-26 M-F 11:15-11:45

Crocodile/Whale Swimmers increase their distance on front and back glide with kick, increase distance on front and back swim, learn the sitting dive, and will be able to swim 15 metres continuously upon completion of the level.

Crocodile/Whale Sessions

May 31-June 30 T/Th 6:30-7:00

July 4-15 M-F 11:45-12:15

July 5-28 T/Th 7:00-7:30

July 18-29 M-F 10:45-11:15

August 2-12 M-F 9:35-10:10

August 3-24 M/W 6:00-6:35

August 15-26 M-F 9:00-9:30

sWim kids (sk)SK 1 Swimmers develop front and back float, front and back glide, flutter kick (assisted), shallow water entries and exits, and swim 5 metres.

SK1 Sessions

May 31-June 30 T/Th 6:30-7:00

July 4-15 M-F 11:15-11:45

July 4-15 M-F 9:00-9:30

July 5-28 T/Th 6:00-6:30

July 18-29 M-F 9:30-10:00

August 2-12 M-F 9:00-9:35

August 2-12 M-F 10:25-11:00

August 15-26 M-F 11:45-12:15

SK 1/2

May 30-June 29 M/W 7:00-7:30

July 4-27 M/W 6:00-6:30

August 2-25 T/Th 6:00-6:30

August 3-24 M/W 6:35-7:10

SK 2 Swimmers learn front and back glide with flutter kick, develop front swim, complete deep-wa-ter activities (assisted) and swim 10 metres continuously.

This schedule may be subject to change. For the most current pool information please go to www.devon.ca/pool

*No classes Monday, August 1

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SK 2 Sessions

May 31-June 30 T/Th 7:00-7:30

July 4-15 M-F 11:30-12:00

July 4-15 M-F 9:30-10:00

July 5-28 T/Th 7:00-7:30

July 18-29 M-F 10:15-10:45

July 18-29 M-F 11:15-11:45

August 2-12 M-F 10:15-10:50

August 15-26 M-F 10:15-10:45

SK 3 Swimmers increase their distance on front and back glide with flutter kick, perform flutter kick unassisted, wear a PFD in deep water, float in deep water, and swim 15 metres continuously.

SK3 Sessions

July 4-15 M-F 10:15-10:45

July 4-15 M-F 11:45-12:15

July 18-29 M-F 9:30-10:00

July 18-29 M-F 11:45-12:15

August 2-12 M-F 10:50-11:25

August 2-12 M-F 9:30-10:25

August 15-26 M-F 11:00-11:30

SK 4 Swimmers learn back swim with shoulder roll and front crawl (10m), work on flutter kick on back, perform kneeling dive, introduction to sculling and swim 25 metres continuously.

SK4 Sessions

July 4-15 M-F 11:15-11:45

July 18-29 M-F 10:45-11:15

August 2-12 M-F 9:35-10:10

August 15-26 M-F 9:00-9:30

SK 3/4

May 30-June 29 M/W 6:30-7:00

May 31-June 30 T/Th 7:30-8:00

July 5-28 T/Th 6:30-7:00

August 3-24 M/W 6:35-7:10

SK 5 Swimmers develop front crawl (15m), learn back crawl (15m) and whip kick on back, learn stride dive and treading water, perform head-first sculling on back, and swim 50 metres continuously.

SK 5 Sessions

July 4-15 M-F 10:00-10:45

July 4-15 M-F 10:45-11:30

July 5-28 T/Th 7:00-7:45

July 18-29 M-F 11:15-12:00

July 18-29 M-F 9:00-9:30

July 18-29 M-F 9:30-10:15

August 2-12 M-F 9:00-9:50

SK 5/6

May 30-June 29 M/W 6:30-7:15

May 31-June 30 T/Th 6:45-7:30

July 4-27 M/W 6:00-6:45

August 2-25 T/Th 7:00-7:45

August 15-26 M-F 11:30-12:15

SK 6 Swimmers increase their dis-tance on front and back crawl (25m), learn elementary back stroke (15m), learn dolphin kick, tread water in deep water, perform front dive, and swim 75 metres continuously.

SK 6 Sessions

July 4-15 10 M-F 11:45-12:30

July 4-15 M-F 10:00-10:45

July 18-29 M-F 10:00-10:45

July 18-29 M-F 11:45-12:30

August 2-12 M-F 10:10-11:00

SK 6/7

July 13-25 M-F 6:45-7:30

August 10-21 M-F 6:30-7:15

SK 7/8 Swimmers increase their distance on front and back crawl (50m) and elementary back stroke (25m), learn front scull, perform whip kick on front and dolphin kick, learn stride entry and swim 150 metres continuously.

SK 7/8

July 4-15 M-F 9:30-10:15

July 18-29 M-F 10:30-11:15

August 2-12 M-F 9:00-9:50

August 2-25 T/Th 6:30-7:15

August 15-26 M-F 9:30-10:15

SK 7/8/9/10 Swimmers increase their distance on front and back crawl (75m) and elementary back stroke (25m), learn breast stroke (15m), learn eggbeater/tread wa-ter, perform feet-first surface dive and standing shallow dive, and swim 300 metres continuously.

SK 7/8/9/10 Sessions

SK 7/8/9/10

May 31-June 30 T/Th 6:00-6:45

July 4-27 M/W 6:45-7:30

SK 9/10

July 4-15 M-F 9:30-10:15

July 18-29 M-F 9:00-9:45

August 2-12 M-F 11:40-12:30

August 2-25 T/Th 7:15-8:00

August 15-26 M-F 10:00-10:45

Stroke Improvement Sessions

Front & Back CrawlJuly 5-28 T/Th 7:30-8:00

Breast, Elementary, Side StrokeJuly 5-28 T/Th

7:30-8:00

Front & Back CrawlJuly 18-29 M-F 10:45-11:15

Breast, Elementary, Side StrokeJuly 18-29

11:15-11:45

Front & Back CrawlAugust 2-12 M-F 11:05-11:40

Breast, Elementary, Side StrokeAugust 2-12 M-F

11:45-12:20

Front & Back CrawlAugust 15-26 10:45-11:15

Breast, Elementary, Side StrokeAugust 15-26 M-F

9:30-10:00

Private Lessons May 30-June 13 M/W 7:00-7:30

June 15-29 M/W 7:00-7:30

May 31-June 14 T/Th 7:30-8:00

May 31-June 14 T/Th 7:30-8:00

June 16-30 T/Th 7:30-8:00

June 16-30 T/Th 7:30-8:00

July 4-8 M-F 10:45-11:15

July 11-15 M-F 10:45-11:15

July 4-8 M-F 12:00-12:30

July 11-15 M-F 12:00-12:30

July 4-8 M-F 9:00-9:30

July 11-15 M-F 9:00-9:30

July 4-13 M/W 6:00-6:30

July 18-27 M/W 6:00-6:30

July 5-July 14 T/Th 6:30-7:00

July 19-28 T/Th 6:30-7:00

July 18-22 M-F 10:15-10:45

July 25-29 M-F 10:15-10:45

July 18-22 M-F 11:15-11:45

July 25-29 M-F 11:15-11:45

August 2-11 T/Th 7:00-7:30

August 16-25 T/Th 7:00-7:30

August 2-11 T/Th 7:30-8:00

August 16-25 T/Th 7:30-8:00

August 2-11 T/Th 6:30-7:00

August 16-25 T/Th 6:30-7:00

August 15-19 M-F 11:15-11:45

August 22-26 M-F 11:15-11:45

August 15-19 M-F 11:15-11:45

August 22-26 M-F 9:00-9:30

August 15-19 M-F 10:30-11:00

August 22-26 M-F 10:30-11:00

Adult Swim Basics/StrokesJuly 4-27 M/W 6:30-7:15

Bronze Medallion/ Cross Sessions

August 15-26 M-F 9:00-1:00

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For pickup call 780-910-1960

community Bus

Friday July 15 – Muttart Conservatory and Edmonton Riverboat Queen

Enjoy a gentle walk around the Muttart Conservatory, a light lunch in their café then hop back on the bus to reach your second des-tination – a leisurely cruise on the North Saskatchewan River on the beautiful River Queen. Participants will be required to pay the Town of Devon for the River Queen portion of this trip at time of booking. $13.95 child, $17.95 seniors and $19.95 standard.

www.edmontonqueen.com•11am–5pm

Monday July 18 – Fort Edmonton

Take a trip back in time… Fort Edmonton Park has something for everyone in your group. From the antique train ride into the im-pressive wooden fort, to the antique car collection and fire trucks, to the old homesteads, complete with traditional gardens and much more. See history come to life!

www.fortedmontonpark.ca•11amto4pm

Friday July 22 – Taste of Edmonton

Tempt your taste buds with a wide variety of exciting culinary flavours from Edmonton’s finest. A signature event for the past 32 years – there is bound to be something for everyone!

www.tasteofedm.ca•5:30–10:30pm

Monday July 25 – K-Days

Be prepared to see top performers at the South stage, ride your favourite rides and taste all those delicious midway treats you just can’t find anywhere else.

http://k-days.com/•Noon–7pm

Saturday July 30 – Heritage Days

Sample from over 500 culinary delicacies, see creative perfor-mances, shop for crafts, artwork, and clothing, or chat with people eager to tell you a little about their cultural roots and their

OPEN TO ALL AGES! Save yourself the trouble of finding parking – we take you from your doorstep right to the venue entrance!

Prices: All trips - $15.50 return, except Devonian Gardens - $5 return. First child under 12 rides free with accompanying adult.

present-day communities in Canada. Admission is FREE, but a donation for Edmonton’s Food Bank would be appreciated.

www.heritage-festival.com•Noon–7pm

Saturday Aug 6 – Rock’n August Show and Shine

WHAT TO EXPECT: In the settings of the Sturgeon River Valley, the ROCK ’N AUGUST Show and Shine has become one of the major events of Western Canada. Expect to see over 800 cars on display on both the north and south sides of the Sturgeon River. Food Vendors and Sponsors can be found throughout the park. Classic 50s & 60s music will set the atmosphere.

www.rocknaugust.com•10am–3pm

Sunday Aug 7 – Edmonton Airshow

The Edmonton Airshow is an entertainment spectacle that cele-brates both the rich history and the modern evolution of aviation, particularly in Edmonton. Tickets for entry MUST be pre-pur-chased for this event (individuals are responsible for purchase).

www.edmontonairshow.com•11am–5pm

Monday Aug 15 – Who’s Whoooo at the Zoo!

Home to more than 350 animals and focused on conservation, the Edmonton Valley Zoo is one of Edmonton's premier attractions, offering fun and education for the whole family.

www.edmonton.ca•11am–4pm

Monday Aug 22 – Devonian Gardens

With 240 acres to explore, the gardens has some-thing to appeal to plant enthusiasts, nature-lovers, families and anyone seeking to spend a few idyllic hours in beautiful natural surroundings.

www.devonian.ualberta.ca•10am–2pm

Friday Aug 26 – Northlands Horse Racing

From May to October, the best Thoroughbred horses competing in Alberta come here to race their hearts out, as fans cheer on their favourites or try to take home the winnings from a Superfecta. A funnightoutforanyone18orolder.•5:30–10:30pm

Times indicated are estimated departure from and arrival back in Devon. The driver will depart at the agreed upon time.

Youth aged 13-15 must be accompanied by one adult per booking / group.

The bus driver has the right to refuse transportation due to intoxi-cation, threats or violence.

See www.devon.ca for information on car seats

Get Out and About This Summer

call 780-910-1960 to book


Wildflowers of Waterton ParkTuesday, May 3: 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.Ian and Jacinthe are back with their new show ‘ Wildflowers of Waterton Park’. This colourful 45 minute presentation is a celebration of the beauty of wildflowers, and features the best trails for flowers in Waterton Park.

Succulent WorkshopThursday, May 12: 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.Succulents are all the rage for todays’ gardeners! Join us and make your own Succulent Creation. Cost includes all supplies, materials and instruction.Cost: $50.00 - Limit: 6 registrants Registration deadline: Thursday, May 5

Chakra & Colour EnergyMonday, May 16: 7:00-8:30 p.m. Registration deadline: Wednesday, May 11This session is all about the 7 major Chakras, from music, colour, and aromatherapy to emotions and how it all flows together to help us balance our human physical journey with the mind, ego and spiritual awakening.

Stirring the InkwellDevelop, explore and celebrate your literary gifts with this monthly creative writing workshop. No experience is necessary. Date : First Wednesday of each month from 6:45-8:00 p.m.

Celebrate Seniors Week with the ‘Hawaiian Treasures’ (to be held at the Pioneer 73 Club)Wednesday, June 8 : 2:30 p.m.Listen to the Hawaiian Treasure as they serenade you with ukulele / steel guitar music, while the Hula Honey’s perform various hula moves to captivate you! A fantastic afternoon for our seniors brought to you by Devon Public Library & Town of Devon.Refreshments will be provided.

Cardmaking with Wendy (ages 13+)Wendy will provide you with step-by-step instructions on how to create your own personal cards. Cost : $5.00 for 3 cards to be paid at time of registration.Dates: Mondays, May 9, June 13, July 11, & August 8Times: 5:30 – 6:30 OR 7:00 – 8:00 Watch for Wendy’s Christmas card buffet workshops in July & August.

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childrEn & young adult ProgramsWILD! TD Summer Reading Club 2016Wednesdays, July 6 to August 17. Registration is required.Group 1 (for ages 6-8) : 1:00-2:00 p.m. Group 2 (for ages 9-12) : 2:30-3:30 p.m.Earn prizes, play games, do crafts, read stories, have lots of FUN!!Registration begins Monday, June 13th.

Happy Wanderers A literacy program for ages 0-5 with caregiver. Registration is required.•Tuesdays,July5toAugust23@10:00a.m.Registration begins June 13th.

Wise Old Owl - Registration is requiredEveryone loves a magician! Come out and see if you can figure out‘howdidhedothat?’.•Tuesday,July12:1:00p.m.

Summer LEGO Club - Registration deadline is the Tuesday of each week & registration is required for each week you wish to attend. Minimum registration: 20 participantsDPL, in partnership with AIMBOT (Alberta Institute of Mentors & Builders of Tomorrow) is hosting a Lego Club all summer! Dates : Thursday & Friday July14,15:21,22:28,29•August4,5,:11,12:18,19Time : 10:00 a.m. – NoonCost : $30.00 per week (includes both days) for materials.

Learn To DriveThis ‘Learn to Drive’ (L2D) course for teens, new Canadians, or anyone needing to take the test has been proven to greatly increase your chances of passing the Class 7 Learners test.Dates: Tuesday, May 24 & Thursday, May 26 ORTuesday, July 19 & Thursday, July 21 Time: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. all datesCost: $10.00 for materialsRegistration deadlines : Friday, May 20 & Friday, July 15

adult ProgramsStart Where You AreMonday, May 2 @ 1:00 p.m.Judy Cooper, a certified Personal Fitness Trainer specializing in Gerontology, Active Aging & Wellness will bring together all the information you need to start, renew or continue your personal wellness journey. ‘Start Where you Are’ is for everyone!

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