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SPARWOOD
        LEISURE GUIDE
        SPRING / SUMMER
        2019

programs in sparwood
  SWIM LESSONS            POOL SCHEDULE
  ADVANCED SWIM LESSONS   SENIORS
  FITNESS                 CHILD & YOUTH PROGRAMS
  TEEN / ADULT PROGRAMS   SUMMER CAMP

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Programs in sparwood - SPARWOOD LEISURE GUIDE SPRING / SUMMER 2019 - sparwood.ca/recreation - Document Center
SPRING POOL SCHEDULE EFFECTIVE APRIL 1 - JUNE 16, 2019

                                                                                                                                                      EARLY BIRD SWIM         MON, WED & FRI 6:30 - 8:00 am                    ACTIVE LIVING PASS
                                                                                                                                                                                                                               Get the most out of your Leisure Centre with our Active
                                                                                                                                                      GENTLE FIT              MON, WED & FRI 8:30 - 9:15 am                    Living Pass (ALP). The ALP includes 12 months of access
                                                                                                                                                                                                                               to the courts, fitness centre, climbing wall, pool, arena
                                                                                                                                                      AQUAFIT                 MON, WED & FRI 9:30 - 10:30 am                   and many of our drop in fitness classes!

                                                                                                                                                                              TUES & THURS 11:00 - 1:00 pm
                                                                                                                                                                              MON, WED & FRI 12:00 - 1:00 pm                      Preschool           Annual          $199.66
                                                                                                                                                      LANE SWIM               MON - FRI 5:30 - 6:30 pm
                                                                                                                                                                              SAT 1:00 - 2:00 pm & 5:00 - 6:00 pm                 Child               Annual          $273.43
                                                                                                                                                                              SUN 12:00 - 1:00 pm
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Student/Senior      Annual          $339.14
                                                                                                                                                                              MON, WED & FRI 8:00 - 9:30 am
                                                                                                                                                      LANES & LEISURE         MON, WED & FRI 10:30 am - 12:00 pm                  Adult               Annual          $434.28
                                                                                                                                                                              TUES & THURS 1:00 - 2:30 pm

     leisure centre amenities
LEISURE POOL                                    REGISTRATION INFORMATION                  WHATS INSIDE
                                                                                                                                                      FAMILY SWIM             SUN 1:00 - 2:00 pm
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Family              Annual          $885.05

                                                                                                                                                                              MON, TUES & WED 6:30 - 8:00 pm                   ONE MONTH POOL & GYM PASS DROP IN TICKETS (12 )
Four lane, 20 metre, salt water leisure         Register Early! Classes subject to can-   Spring Pool Schedule ..............................3                               THURS & FRI 6:30 - 9:00 pm                          Preschool           $22.95          Preschool       $28.35
pool, play centre, whirlpool and dry            cellation if minimum class size is not    Spring Break Pool + Lesson Schedule  ......4               PUBLIC SWIM
                                                                                                                                                                              SAT 2:00 - 5:00 pm & 6:00 - 8:00 pm                 Child               $31.40          Child           $38.85
sauna.                                          met 7 days in advance.                    Spring Swim Lessons  ..............................6                               SUN 2:00 - 4:00 pm
                                                Register in person at the Leisure         Advanced Lessons & Pool Events ........7/8                                                                                             Student             $38.73          Student         $48.83
ARENA                                           Centre Office or by phone with a
                                                                                          Junior Lifeguard & Private Lessons .......9                14+ OVER ONE LANE                                                           Senior              $38.73          Senior          $48.83
Home of the Sparwood Skating Club, Elk          credit card 250-425-0552.                                                                                                     MON - WED 8:00 - 9:00 pm
Valley Minor Hockey, Men’s and Ladies                                                     2019/2020 Preschool. ...........................10         AVAILABLE
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Adult               $50.09          Adult           $61.95
Hockey Teams, Public Skating and Shinny         OFFICE HOURS                              Child & Youth Programs ........................11                                                                                      Family              $104.37         Family          $129.15
                                                                                                                                                      FREE SWIM               FRI 4:00 - 5:30 pm
Hockey. During the summer we host               Monday - Friday 7:00 am - 8:45 pm         Community Child & Youth  ...................12
indoor events such as Coal Miner Days,          Saturday		        1:00 pm - 8:00 pm       Teen & Adult Programs  ....................13,16            PLEASE NOTE THE POOL AND LEISURE CENTRE IS CLOSED
Canada Day Celebrations, Roller Derby           Sunday 		         12:00 pm - 4:30 pm       Sparwood Trails and Map ................14/15              Monday, July 1 for Canada Day & Monday, August 5 for BC Day.
Bouts, and much more!                           Stat Holidays     1:00 pm - 3:45 pm
                                                                                          Community Teen & Adult  ................16/17
                                                Canada Day July 1		          Closed
CURLING RINK                                    BC Day Aug 5		               Closed       55+ Programs & Events .......................18               DROP IN RATES                                                                    RACQUET BALL, PICKLE BALL & SQUASH COURTS
Home of the Sparwood Curling Club.              Christmas Day Dec 25         Closed       Fitness Programs .............................19/20                                                                                               Child Drop in                 $4.00
                                                                                                                                                          Infant (2 & under)                 FREE        Senior            $4.65
There are 4 sheets of ice for curling fun!                                                Summer in Sparwood ...........................21
Men’s, Ladies, Mixed and Youth leagues.         CONTACT US                                                                                                Preschool (3-5 yrs)                $2.70       Adult             $5.90             Student/Senior Drop in        $7.75
                                                                                          Summer Swim Lessons  .........................22
                                                Sparwood Leisure Centre                   Facility Rentals .....................................23       Child (6-12 yrs)                   $3.70       Family            $12.30            Student/Senior Tickets        $65.88
COURTS, FITNESS CENTRE                          PO Box 520, 367 Pine Avenue
                                                                                          Community Events ..............................24              Student                            $4.65       Climbing Wall     $4.00             Adult (AM) Drop in            $7.75
& CLIMBING WALL                                 Sparwood, BC V0B 2G0
                                                                                          Community Groups ............................25                (13-25 with Student card)                      & Wallyball                         Adult (PM) Drop in            $9.25
We have two courts available for Squash,        Phone: 250-425-0552
                                                Email: recoffice@sparwood.ca                                                                              Hot Tub Special (8:00-9:00 pm)     $2.75       Shower            $2.75             Adult Tickets                 $78.63
Racquetball & Wallyball. Call the Leisure                                                 KEEP IN TOUCH
Centre to book a time slot. In the fitness                                                Receive weekly updates with our News-
room we have a great selection of cardio                                                  letter at the Leisure Centre office or by
equipment, Universal Gym, TRX harness                                                     email.                                                          ELK VALLEY ACCESS PASS
as well as free weights ranging from
2 lbs - 70 lbs. The Climbing wall is avail-                                               Visit us at www.sparwood.ca or on                               Do you spend time in Elkford, Sparwood & Fernie? Then this pass is for you! Enjoy access to the pool, arena and fitness
able for use during business hours for                                                    Facebook search Sparwood Recreation                             centre in each community with one pass.
bouldering and climbing.                                                                  Department.                                                     Annual General Pass $397.29 + tax (Adult, Senior, Student or Child ) 		 Annual Family $836.40 + tax( 2 adults + minor children )

PROGRAM REFUND POLICY
Refunds may be granted when the
request has been made at least one day
prior to the first class. Our refund policy
is available at the front office or online at
www.sparwood.ca.
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spring break - march 18th - 31st, 2019                                                                                                 ..spring swim lessons
pool schedule                                                                                                                         SPRING SET # 1
                                                                                                                                           Mondays & Wednesdays April 8 - May 8, 2019 ( 9 Lessons ) (No Lesson April 22)
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     SWIM LESSON REGISTRATION FEES
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     Aquatots & Preschool & Swim Kids
   MONDAY            TUESDAY            WEDNESDAY         THURSDAY              FRIDAY           SATURDAY            SUNDAY                Tuesdays & Thursdays April 9 - May 9, 2019 ( 10 Lessons )                                 Level 1 - 7
  March 18 + 25     March 19 + 26       March 20 + 27    March 21 + 28*      March 22 + 29      March 23 + 30      March 24 + 31           Sundays April 7 - May 12, 2019 ( 5 Lessons ) (No Lesson April 21)                         5 Lessons		            $21.25
                                                                                                                                      SPRING SET # 2                                                                                 9 Lessons		            $38.25
 EARLY BIRD SWIM                      EARLY BIRD SWIM                      EARLY BIRD SWIM                                                 Mondays & Wednesdays May 13- June 12, 2019 (No Lesson May 20) ( 9 Lessons )               10 Lessons		           $42.50
  6:30 - 9:30 AM                       6:30 - 9:30 AM                       6:30 - 9:30 AM
                                                                                                                                           Tuesdays & Thursdays May 14 - June 13, 2019 (10 Lessons )                                 Level 8,9,10
   GENTLE FIT          AQUAFIT           GENTLE FIT         AQUAFIT                                                                        Sundays - No Sunday Lessons for Spring Set #2                                             9 Lessons		            $76.50
  8:30 - 9:15 AM    8:30 - 9:15 AM      8:30 - 9:15 AM   8:30 - 9:15 AM                                                                                                                                                              10 Lessons		           $85.00.
                                                                                                                                      PLEASE REGISTER A MINIMUM OF 7DAYS PRIOR TO START DATE OF LESSONS.

                                                                                                                                     AQUATOTS (ages 4 months-3 years)                 water, jumping into deep water, surface        sculling skills, whip kick on the back, stride
                                       LANE SWIM                                                                    LANE SWIM                                                         support, calling for help, glides with         dives and treading water. Front crawl
                                                                                                                                     Starfish 4-12 months                             kick, front and back swims for 5m and a        increases to 15m. An introduction to safe
                                      12:00 - 1:00 PM                                                              12:00 - 1:00 PM
                                                                                                                                     Facility orientation, active supervision, safe   distance swim of 10m                           boating skills is also included. Endurance
                                                                                                 LANE SWIM         FAMILY SWIM       entries and exits, staying warm, choking         Whale       Learn when and where it is safe    is developed through a 50m swim.
   PUBLIC SWIM       PUBLIC SWIM        PUBLIC SWIM      PUBLIC SWIM                            1:00 - 2:00 PM     1:00 - 2:00 PM
                                                                                                                                     prevention, supports and holds for the           to swim, jump into deep water and tread        Level 6     This level refines front crawl
   1:00 - 3:00 PM    1:00 - 3:00 PM     1:00 - 3:00 PM   1:00 - 3:00 PM
                                                                                                                                     caregiver, buoyancy and movement.                water for 20 seconds, stop throw and call      with a focus on hand entry and breathing
                                                                                                PUBLIC SWIM        PUBLIC SWIM       Duck       12-24 months                          for help, front and back swims for 7m as       (25m), back crawl with a focus on arm po-
                                                                                                2:00 -5:00 PM      2:00 - 4:30 PM                                                     well as a 15m continuous swim.                 sitions and body roll (25m), and introduces
                                                                                                                                     Active supervision, Stop Look Ask!, shallow
                                                                              FREE PUBLIC                                                                                                                                            elementary backstroke (15m), safety on
                                                                                 SWIM                                                water entries and exits, PFD and Me, when
                                                                                                                                                                                      SWIM KIDS LESSONS (ages 6+ years)              ice, and rescue of others with throwing
                                                                             4:00 - 5:30 PM      LANE SWIM                           and how to get help, choking response,
                                                                                                5:00 - 6:00 PM                                                                                                                       assists. Also includes front dive, treading
                                                                                                                                     rhythmic breathing, buoyancy and move-
                                                                                                                                                                                      Level 1     Swimmers receive an orienta-       water in deep water for 1.5 minutes,
                                       LANE SWIM                                                                                     ment and submersion (optional.)
                                      5:30 - 6:30 PM                                                                                                                                  tion to water and the pool area and work       dolphin kick and a 75m swim.
                                                                                                PUBLIC SWIM                          Sea Turtle 24-36 months                          on floats, glides and kicking. Swimmers
   PUBLIC SWIM                          PUBLIC SWIM                                             6:00 - 8:00 PM                                                                        build their endurance by working on the        Level 7    This level builds skills and
                                                                                                                                     Stop Look Ask!, jumping into chest deep                                                         endurance for the front crawl (50m), back
   6:30 - 8:00 PM                       6:30 - 8:00 PM                                                                                                                                5m front swim.
                     PUBLIC SWIM                         PUBLIC SWIM         PUBLIC SWIM                                             water, PFD and Me, assisted front and back                                                      crawl (50m) and elementary back stroke
     14+ OVER        6:30 - 9:00 PM       14+ OVER       6:30 - 9:00 PM      6:30 - 9:00 PM                                          floats and assisted front swims.                 Level 2    Work on propulsion skills to        (25m) and introduces whip kick on the
   8:00 - 9:00 PM                       8:00 - 9:00 PM                                                                                                                                move through the water and to remain at        front. Swimmers learn about partial chok-
                                                                                                                                     PRESCHOOL LESSONS (AGES 3-6 YEARS)
                                                                                                                                                                                      the surface, the front swim (5m) and learn     ing and rescue, reach assists and stride
                                                                                                                                     Sea Otter Using games and activities,            about deep water activities and proper         entry. Swimming endurance is increased

spring break lessons
                                                                                                                                     swimmers learn to open their eyes under          use of a PFD. Fitness activities include the   to a 150m swim.
                                                                                                BALL SWIMS                           water, further develop basic floats and          10m flutter kick and a 10m distance swim.
                                                                                               Tuesday March 19th                                                                                                                    Level 8    Hypothermia, dangers of open
                                                                                                                                     glides and swim1 m. They also learn
                                                                                                                                                                                      Level 3     This level provides an introduc-   water, surface dives, stride entries, front
                                                                                              & Thursday March 28th                  age-appropriate water safety skills.

march 18-29, 2019
                                                                                                                                                                                      tion to diving, and teaches swimmers how       and back crawl,
                                                                                                  1:00 - 3:00 pm                     Salamander Learn about active supervi-           to make wise choices about where and           elementary backstroke and breaststroke
                                                                                                                                     sion. Stop Look Ask an adult, jump into          when to swim. Endurance is achieved by         and a distance swim of 300m.
                                                                                                                                     chest deep water, buoyant objects, rhyth-        building strength in the flutter kick and a
Spring Break Week 1                                                  Spring Break Week 2                                                                                              15m swim.                                      Level 9    Wise choices and peer influ-
                                                                                                                                     mic breathing, front float and recovery,
March 18th - 22nd        Monday - Friday                             March 25th - 29th        Monday - Friday                                                                                                                        ence, boating regulations, self ice rescues,
                                                                                                                                     front glides with kick and a distance swim
                                                                                                                                                                                      Level 4      Intro to the front crawl (10m)    surface dives, shallow dives, front and
half hour lessons $21.25                                             half hour lessons $21.25                                        of 2m.
                                                                                                                                                                                      and back swim with shoulder roll (15m.)        back crawl, elementary backstroke and
9:30 - 10:00 am            Level 1, Level 2/3                        9:30 - 10:00 am          Level 3/4, Level 5/6                   Sunfish Safe entries, surface support,           Swimmers work on kneeling dives, surface       breaststroke as well as a 400m distance
                                                                                                                                     floats and recovery in deep water, front         support (45 seconds-deep water) and de-        swim.
10:00 - 10:30 am           Sea Otter, Level 4/5                      10:00 - 10:30 am         Sea Otter, Sunfish
                                                                                                                                     and back and side glides with kick, roll         veloping a greater sense of self- safety by
10:30 - 11:00 am           Salamander, Level 6/7                     10:30 - 11:00 am         Salamander, Level 1/2                                                                   understanding their own limits. Endurance      Level 10 Introduction to sidestroke,
                                                                                                                                     over glides and a distance swim of 5m.
                                                                                                                                                                                      is built through a 25m swim.                   fitness, sun safety, rescue of others from
11:00 - 11:30 am           Sunfish/Crocodile, Whale                  11:00 - 11:30 am         Crocodile/Whale, Level 7/8             Crocodile Changing direction in deep                                                            the ice, surface dives, as well as a 500m
                                                                                                                                                                                      Level 5    Intro to the back crawl (15m),      endurance swim.
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PRESCHOOL LESSONS                                                                                                                 advanced lessons
 LEVEL           SET                 MON & WED                          TUES & THUR                         SUN                ARE YOU INTERESTED IN EMPLOYMENT AS A LIFEGUARD/                Lifeguard is a legal certificate for lifeguarding throughout the
                                                                                                                               INSTRUCTOR?                                                     country. 100% Attendance Mandatory
 AQUATOTS        SET # 1             5:00 - 5:30 pm
                 SET # 2                                                                                                       You will need Lifesaving Society courses and Red Cross
                                                                                                                               Water Safety Instructor courses.                                Water safety Instructor
 SEA OTTER       SET # 1             11:00 - 11:30 am, 5:00 - 5:30 pm   4:30 - 5:00 pm                      11:00 - 11:30 am
                 SET # 2             11:00 - 11:30 am, 5:00 - 5:30 pm   4:30 - 5:00 pm                                         Bronze Star (Optional)                                          Prerequisite (min 15 yrs) with Level 10 Swimming ability or
                                                                                                                                                                                               equivalent. The water safety instructor course requires skill
 SALAMANDER      SET # 1             11:30 - 12:00 pm                   4:30 - 5:00 pm                      10:30 - 11:00 am   Prerequisites: Ability to swim 400 m, Recommended 12 yrs +      assessment, online theory modules, teaching experience
                 SET # 2             4:00 - 4:30 pm                     11:00 - 11:30 am, 5:00- 5:30 pm                        Is a Pre-Bronze Medallion training program and excellent        and classroom work. This course is a 3 part series:
 SUNFISH         SET # 1                                                11:00 - 11:30 am, 5:00 - 5:30 pm    10:30 - 11:00 am   preparation for success in Bronze Medallion. In Bronze Star
                 SET # 2             11:30 - 12:00 pm, 3:30 - 4:00 pm   5:00 - 5:30 pm                                         participants develop problem solving and decision making        Component 1 - Skills assessment. Candidates need to have
                                                                                                                               skills as individuals and as partners. They develop             Red Cross level 10 strokes and knowledge.
 CROCODILE       SET # 1                                                11:30 - 12:00 pm, 5:00 - 5:30 pm                       water smart confidence and basic lifesaving skills needed
                 SET # 2             3:30 - 4:00 pm                     11:30 - 12:00 pm, 5:00 - 5:30 pm                       to be their own personal lifeguard. By the end of this course
                                                                                                                               must swim 400 m in 12 mins.                                     Component 2 - Online module and teaching experience.
 WHALE           SET # 1                                                11:30 - 12:00 pm, 5:00 - 5:30 pm                                                                                       WSI instructor will arrange for the teaching hours once
                 SET # 2                                                4:30 - 5:00 pm                                                                                                         online portion is completed.
                                                                                                                               Bronze Medallion + CPR A
                                                                                                                               Prerequisite: Bronze Star or 13 years of age or older by the    Component 3 - Evaluation on knowledge and ability to
                                                                                                                               last day of the course.                                         apply theory for effective planning, teaching and evaluat-
    Register at least 1 week prior to lesson start date to secure your spot. Register by April 2nd for Set #1.                 Teaches an understanding of lifesaving principles. Rescuers     ing swimmers in the Red Cross swim program. This portion
    Try our Sunday Morning Lessons.                                                                                            deal with conscious and unconscious victims of various          consists of classroom and pool sessions.
                                                                                                                               types. Participants also develop stroke efficiency and
SWIM KIDS 1-10 LESSONS                                                                                                         endurance in timed swims. Includes CPR-A. By the end of this
                                                                                                                               course must swim 500 m in 15 mins.
LEVEL            SET                MON & WED                           TUES & THUR                        SUN
LEVEL 1          SET # 1            4:00 - 4:30 pm                      3:30 - 4:00 pm                     11:00 - 11:30 am    Bronze Cross + CPR C
                 SET # 2            4:30 - 5:00 pm                      4:00 - 4:30 pm                                         Prerequisite: Bronze Medallion (does not need to be current)
                                                                                                                               This award is designed for lifesavers who want the challenge
LEVEL 2          SET # 1            3:30 - 4:00 pm                      4:00 - 4:30 pm                     11:00 - 11:30 am    of more advanced training, including an introduction to safe
                 SET # 2            4:30 - 5:00 pm                      3:30 - 4:00 pm                                         supervision. Bronze Cross is a prerequisite for all advanced
                                                                                                                               training programs, including National Lifeguard Service
LEVEL 3          SET # 1            3:30 - 4:00 pm                      4:00 - 4:30 pm                     10:30 - 11:00 am
                                                                                                                               (NLS). Includes CPR-C. Pocket mask required. By the end of
                 SET # 2            4:30 - 5:00 pm                      3:30 - 4:00 pm
                                                                                                                               this course must swim 600 m in18 mins.
LEVEL 4          SET # 1            4:30 - 5:00 pm                      3:30 - 4:00 pm                     10:30 - 11:00 am
                 SET # 2            4:30 - 5:00 pm                      3:30 - 4:00 pm                                                                                                          LOOKING FOR HIGH SCHOOL CREDIT OPPORTUNITIES
                                                                                                                               STANDARD FIRST AID WITH CPR C AND AED
LEVEL 5          SET # 1            4:30 - 5:00 pm                      3:30 - 4:00 pm                                                                                                          British Columbia and Yukon high school students can
                 SET # 2            5:00 - 5:30 pm                      3:30 - 4:00 pm                                         Standard First Aid trains rescuers in the skills and knowl-      use Bronze Cross, Lifesaving Instructor, NLS and WSI
                                                                                                                               edge needed to assess and provide basic life support to          certifications for credit toward high school graduation.
LEVEL 6          SET # 1            3:30 - 4:00 pm                      4:00 - 4:30 pm                                         patients with airway, breathing, or circulatory emergencies
                 SET # 2                                                4:00 - 4:30 pm                                         as well as how to manage medical, musco-skeletal and             Credits available:
LEVEL 7          SET # 1            3:30 - 4:00 pm                      4:00 - 4:30 pm                                         environmental emergencies. Includes AED training                 • Bronze Cross is worth 2 credits for Grade 11.
                 SET # 2                                                4:00 - 4:30 pm                                         & CPR-C certification.                                           • Lifesaving Instructor + Bronze Cross are worth 3 credits
                                                                                                                                                                                                  for Grade 11.
LEVEL 8,9,10     SET # 1                                                                                                                                                                        • National Lifeguard Service – Pool/Core option (NLS) is
                                                                                                                               National Lifeguard Pool Certification
                 SET # 2            3:30 - 4:30 pm                                                                                                                                                worth 2 credits for Grade 12.
                                                                                                                               Prerequisites: Minimum 16 years of age. Bronze Cross
                                                                                                                               certification and Standard First Aid certification (need not     • Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI) is worth 2
                                                                                                                               be current). National Lifeguard is Canada’s only nationally        credits for Grade 11.
  PRIVATE LESSONS Need a little extra help? Register for Private Lessons, for more details see page 8 or ask at                recognized lifeguard certification program. National
 		               the Leisure Centre Front Desk.

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junior lifeguard & private swim lessons
                                                                                                                                       JUNIOR LIFEGUARD
                                                                                                                                       April 8 - May 8, 2019
                                                                                                                                       Mondays & Wednesdays 4:00 - 5:00 pm
                                                                                                                                       $ 85.00
                                                                                                                                       Junior Lifeguard for ages 8 - 12 years offers a unique aquatic
                                                                                                                                       alternative for those kids who really love the water. JL keeps

     advanced lessons schedule
                                                                                                                                       kids interested and active in aquatics, especially quick learn-
                                                                                                                                       ers and those caught between levels or programs. Partici-         PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS
                                                                                                                                       pants will work through the Canadian Swim Patrol Program.         $22.50/half hour lesson or
Course                      Dates                     Days                  Time                   Cost                                (CSP) is a three level Pre-Bronze award progression that de-      $99.00 for 5 half hour lessons
                                                                                                                                       livers “work hard / play hard” training. Rookie, Ranger, Star
National Lifeguard          Apr 4 - 14, 2019          Thursday-Friday       4:00 - 9:00 pm         $419.60                             Patrol each have 3 modules Water Proficiency , Recognition        Adult Beginner
Course                                                Saturday-Sunday       8:00 - 4:30 pm         Manual $34.00 + Mask $20.-00        & Rescue, First Aid. The purpose of the CSP is to take young
                                                                                                                                       swimmers beyond the learn to swim program and to provide          If learning to swim is on your bucket list, we offer private
                                                                                                                                       them with basic lifesaving skills.                                lessons to meet your needs. Work one on one with an
Standard First Aid          June 1 - 2                Saturday-Sunday       8:00 - 4:30 pm         $149.07                                                                                               instructor at your own pace and at a time that suits your
                                                                                                   Manual $12.00 + Mask $20.00         Participants must have the ability to swim 200m.                  schedule. Schedule your private lesson today!!
Water Safety Instructor                                                                            $397.46                             WATER SAFETY WEEK
                                                                                                                                                                                                         Stroke Improvement
                                                                                                                                       June 1- 8, 2019, is Water Safety Week, an annual campaign
Skills Assessment           Jun 8, 2019               Saturday              9:00 - 1:00 pm                                             to educate Canadians on how to stay safe around water and         Do you want to include swimming in your exercise regime?
                                                                                                                                       prevent drowning incidents. Every year, approximately 520         We offer lessons to meet your individual goals. Participating
Online Material &           Jun 9 - Jul 7                                                                                              Canadians die needlessly in unintentional water-related           in a triathlon in the future? We can get you on the right
Teaching Sessions                                                                                                                      fatalities.                                                       track with your swimming. Sign up today.
                            Jul 8 - Aug 9
                                                                                                                                       A high percentage of these preventable water-related fatal-
Pool & Classroom                                                                                                                       ities consist of young children, almost always due to lack of     Child & Youth Private Lessons
                            Aug 16, 17, 18            Friday                4:00 - 9:00 pm
Sessions                                                                                                                               or adequate supervision.                                          We offer private lessons for any age. Is your child struggling
                                                      Saturday              8:00 - 4:30 pm
                                                                                                                                       While you enjoy the summer months at cottages, lakes, and         to complete a certain skill in public lessons? If public lessons
                                                      Sunday                8:00 - 4:30 pm                                             pools with your family, it’s important to keep these statistics   do not fit your schedule then private lessons may be the
Bronze Star                 Jul 15 - 19               Monday - Friday       9:30 - 11:30 am        $106.50                             and safety tips in mind to ensure the safety of your children:    way to go! Sign up for 1 lesson or a set of 5.
                                                                                                   (Pocket mask needed $20.00)         •     The absence of effective adult supervision is a factor in
                                                                                                                                             75 per cent of deaths by drowning for children under        Semi - Private Lessons
Bronze Medallion            Jul 22 - 26               Monday - Friday       8:00 am - 12:00 noon   $192.00 + CLM Manual $34.00               the age of 10. Whether it’s in a pool, the bathtub, or
                                                                                                   (Pocket mask needed $20.00)                                                                           Book a private lesson for 2 or more at a time that fits into
                                                                                                                                             the beach, children should always be actively super-
                                                                                                                                                                                                         their busy schedule. You can book private lessons one lesson
Bronze Cross                Jul 29 - Aug 2            Monday - Friday       8:00 am - 12:00 noon   $192.00                                   vised – even if they can swim.
                                                                                                                                                                                                         at a time or in a set of 5 lessons.
                                                                                                   (Manual $34, Pocket Mask $20)       •     Children aged one to four accounted for 42 per cent of
                                                                                                                                             fatalities involving backyard pools.

    pool events                                                                                                                        •     Above-ground backyard pools are especially dangerous
                                                                                                                                             for small children, and were associated with 38 per
                                                                                                                                             cent of all deaths by drowning in home pools involving
EASTER EGG HUNT                     PRE-TEEN THURSDAY                MOTHER’S DAY SWIM                FATHER’S DAY SWIM                      children less than 10 years of age.
                                    Thursday 7:30 - 9:00 pm                                                                            While the ability to swim is important, swimming skills alone
                                                                     May 12, 2019                     June 16, 2019                    aren’t always enough to save a life. Learning water safety
Monday April 22nd                   April 18, May 16 & June 13th                                      Sunday 1:00 - 5:00 pm
1:00 - 3:00 pm                                                       Sunday 1:00 - 5:00 pm                                             is key to preventing an emergency in or on the water, and
                                    Grades 4, 5, & 6                 Hey kids, bring Mom to           Celebrate Father’s Day with      also teaches what to do if you find yourself in an emergency
The Easter Bunny is stashing        A chance for pre-teens                                            us! There is no better way       situation. The Red Cross Swim program teaches both swim-
                                                                     the pool to celebrate
treats at the pool! Splash on       to show up at the pool           Mother’s Day. Moms enjoy         to spend Father’s Day then       ming skills, and water safety knowledge and skills – the most
in and join us for a fun filled     and unwind with various          free swim admission when         relaxing by the pool with        effective combination in preventing water–related injuries
afternoon of activities.            activities. Bring your friends   accompanied by your child.       Dad. Father’s get in free with   and fatalities.
                                    and enjoy.                                                        a paid child’s admission.

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                                                                                                                                 PARENT & TOT FUNTIMES                    Hop                                        BABYSITTER TRAINING
                                                                                                                                 April 2 - May 14, 2019                   A drop in program where children          June 14, 2019
                                                                                                                                 Tuesdays 9:30 am - 12:00 pm              18 months up to preschool age can         Friday
                                                                                                                                 FREE!                                    come and enjoy a half hour of fun.        8:00 am - 4:00 pm
                                                                                                                                 Leisure Centre Hall                      Singing, dancing, playing games and       $64.70
                                                                                                                                 Come out with your tot and enjoy a       stories.                                  This Red Cross certified program
                                                                                                                                 class involving crafts, songs, parent    Wednesdays 11:30 am - 12:00 pm            covers child care, safety, behavior,
                                                                                                                                 discussions, and play time for kids                                                healthcare and emergency proce-

 2019 / 2020 preschool                                                                                                                                                    Story Time                                dures. For ages 11+. Registration
                                                                                                                                 KINDERGYM                                                                          includes the Red Cross Babysitter
                                                                                                                                                                          A drop in program where children 3        Child Care manual. Those successful-
                                                                                                                                 April 4 - May 16, 2019                   - 5 years old can come without their      ly completing the course will receive
                                                                                                                                 Thursdays 11:00 - 12:00 noon             parents to make crafts, read stories      a Red Cross Certificate.
LEARNING TREE PRESCHOOL                                                                                                          FREE! (Registration is required)         and develop independent skills.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Register by June 7
A place for children to learn through play. A drop off program for preschoolers to develop their five selves:                                                             Thursday 1:30 - 2:30 pm
                                                                                                                                 An active outing for children 0 - 5
social, emotional, gross motor, fine motor, and intellectual development.                                                        years. Ride on toys, push/pull toys,                                               NATIONAL SPORTS ACADEMY
                                                                                                                                 slides and climbers. Parents are                                                   BASEBALL CLINIC
                                                                                                                                 required to supervise their children
If your child was born in:           Your child will be enrolled in:      You can register your child on:                        and help with clean-up of mats/          HOME ALONE SAFETY FOR KIDS                May 25, 2019
2017                                 “First Time Away”                    March 7, 2019 5:00 - 7:00 pm & after                   equipment. Please bring your own                                                   Saturday
                                                                                                                                                                          April 8, 2019                             11:00 - 3:00 pm
2016                                 “Play and Learn”                     March 7, 2019 5:00 - 7:00 pm & after                   water to drink                           Monday                                    $60.00
2015(or earlier)                     “Let’s Get Ready for School”         March 7, 2019 5:00 - 7:00 pm & after                                                            8:00 am - 4:00 pm
                                                                                                                                                                                                                    This 4 hour clinic
                                                                                                                                 OUTDOOR ADVENTURES                       $59.40
                                                                                                                                                                                                                    is for players ages
 Class:                              Days of the Week:                     Times Available:      Cost:                                                                    A comprehensive safety program            6 -18 yrs. They
                                                                                                                                 Fun with your preschooler!               that prepares children to stay home       will work on throwing, pitching, hit-
 “First Time Away”                   Fridays                                9:00 - 10:15 am      $345.00 /year or                April 5, 12, 26                          alone. The program covers: “Are you       ting, fielding and conditioning as well
                                     Sept 13, 2019 - June 17, 2020         10:30 - 11:45 am      4 installments                  May 10, 24                               ready to be home alone?”, “Arriving       as running techniques. This camp is
                                                                           12:00 - 1:15 pm       $86.25                          June 7                                   home safely”, “Staying home alone         hosted by current coaches from the
                                                                                                                                 Fridays 10:00 am- 12:00 pm               safely”, and “Basic First Aid” For ages
 “Play and Learn”                    Mondays & Wednesdays                   8:30 - 10:30 am      $690.00 /year or                                                                                                   National Sports Academy, Coyotes
                                                                                                                                 $42.00                                   9+. Registration includes manual and      Baseball and Babe Ruth Baseball in
                                     Sept 9, 2019 - June 17, 2020          10:45 - 12:45 pm      4 installments                  Let’s get out of the house now that      wallet card.                              Calgary.
                                                                            1:00 - 3:00 pm       $172.50                         winter is over and explore outside       Register by April 1                       Register by May 18, 2019
                                                                                                                                 as nature wakes up! Parents, please
 “Let’s Get Ready for School”        Tuesdays & Thursdays                   8:30 - 10:30 am      $690.00 /year or                join your child(ren) and program         JUNIOR BALL HOCKEY
                                     Sept 10, 2019 - June 18, 2020         10:45 - 12:45 pm      4 installments                  facilitator as we play, experiment and                                             UKRANIAN EGG DECORATING
                                                                                                                                                                          April 29 - June 5, 2019
                                                                            1:00 - 3:00 pm       $172.50                         learn about the changes happening        Mondays & Wednesdays                      FOR KIDS
REGISTRATION:                                                                                                                    around us as spring blooms and           Ages 7 & 8 3:30 - 4:30 pm $30.00
                                                                                                                                 winter melts away. With puddles,                                                   April 7, 2019
Registration will take place at the Sparwood Leisure Centre starting March 7th from 5:00 - 7:00 pm and will be processed                                                  Ages 9 & 10 4:30 - 5:30 pm                Saturday, 3:00 - 7:00 pm
                                                                                                                                 insects, ponds, mud, plants, animals      $30.00
on a first come, first served basis. Register in person. Please have your child’s personal health number available at the        and more to explore, we will be hav-                                               Michele will teach you the intricate
time of registration. Parents first choice of class time will be accommodated as often as possible. Only First Time Away will    ing some great Outdoor Adventures!       No Class May 20                           art of Ukranian egg coloring. You will
be $10 each day for drop-in. (Space permitting!)                                                                                 Register by March 29.                    This program will provide kids with       learn how to use a keska with bees
                                                                                                                                                                          an affordable and fun filled time. Ball   wax to dye eggs to make beautiful
CANCELLATIONS/REFUNDS:                                                                                                                                                    hockey brings the excitement of the       patterns that your friends will love.
Full refunds will be provided for withdrawals made at least one (1) day prior to the first class. Prorated refunds, calculated   SPARWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY                  sport of hockey to our arena in the       Don’t miss out on this great oppor-
on a per class basis, will be provided for withdrawals made after the start of the first class. No refunds will be provided                                               springtime. Open to both males and        tunity!
                                                                                                                                 FOR PRESCHOOLERS
for withdrawals made after three sessions or 30% of the program has been completed, whichever is lesser. Withdrawals                                                      females. Helmets, gloves and sticks
made within one (1) day of the first class will be viewed as if the first class has been attended. No refunds will be provided   Baby Laptime                             are mandatory.
for registrants in programs requiring prerequisites and who do not possess the prerequisites on the first day of the course.     A drop in program where you can in-      Face masks are also recommended.
Prorated refunds or credits will be provided for medical withdrawals when the request is accompanied by a valid doctor’s         teract with your baby through song,      Register by April 22
note. Withdrawals are subject to a withdrawal fee.                                                                               play and stories.
                                                                                                                                 Wednesdays 10:30 - 11:00 am

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                                                                                                                               ELK VALLEY MINOR HOCKEY                       dancing, playing games and stories.             YOUTH ACTION SPARWOOD
                                                                                                                               ASSOCIATION 2019-2020 SEASON                  Wednesdays 11:30 am - 12:00 pm
                                                                                                                               REGISTRATION                                                                              Youth Action Sparwood is teen-initiated
                                                                                                                                                                             Story Time                                  and community-supported. We bring
                                                                                                                               Early registration will take place on         A drop in program where children 3 - 5      together community stakeholders to
                                                                                                                               March 7, 2019 from 5:00 - 7:00 pm,            years old can come without their par-       empower Sparwood and area teens to
                                                                                                                               the cost will be a deposit of $50             ents to make crafts, read stories and       bring their ideas to fruition. The vision
                                                                                                                               (nonrefundable) to hold your spot.            develop independent skills.                 is to make the entire community into
                                                                                                                               Early registration will only be open until    Thursday 1:30 - 2:30 pm                     a strong support network that values
                                                                                                                               April 30th for the 2019-2020 season.                                                      youth and encourages them to thrive.
                                                                                                                               Late registrations will be taken but at an                                                We are funded by Columbia Basin Trust
                                                                                                                                                                             Young at Art
                                                                                                                               inflated cost that will include next year’s                                               Basin Youth Network funding, and
                                                                                                                               pricing and a penalty for not registering     Tuesdays 3:30 - 4:30 pm                     other grants, including the Community

 community child & youth programs
                                                                                                                               early. We will be taking registration for     Come explore different art styles and       and Affected Areas grants and the
                                                                                                                               the following age groups                      art history and take home a project to      Sparwood and District Arts and Heritage
                                                                                                                               Initiation (open to all new hockey            be proud of.                                Council grant. We are also supported
SPARKS                                       ELK VALLEY AIR CADETS                    FOR THE LOVE OF DANCE                    players)                                      Ages 10+                                    by a District of Sparwood grant-in-aid
                                                                                                                               Pre-Novice (2013,2014)                                                                    toward the rental of leisure facilities.
Thursdays 6:00 - 7:00 pm                     Thursdays 6:00 - 9:00 pm                 Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Musical Theatre,                                                    Lego Club                                   We are overseen by a commission of
                                             Sparwood Firehall #1                     Boys Class, Stretching, and Figure       Novice (2011, 2012)
In Sparks, girls age 5 & 6 are encour-                                                                                                                                                                                   council that includes three teens and
                                             Young Canadians age 12 to 18 can         Skating Off Ice Training for all ages.   Atoms (2009, 2010)                            Wednesdays 3:15-4:15 pm
aged to try a bit of everything and                                                                                                                                                                                      representatives of many sectors of the
                                             participate in a variety of fun, chal-   For more information on class times      Peewee (2007, 2008)                           Join us each week for LEGO fun.
begin discovering their individual                                                                                                                                                                                       community.
                                             lenging and rewarding activities and     and age groups call Kelly Stoffels       Bantam (2005, 2006)                           This is a DROP-IN class. Space is limited
skills, talents and interests.
                                             learn valuable life and work skills      (250) 425-5287                           Midget (2002, 2003, 2004                      to 15 participants                          If you are interested in supporting
Justine Bowen (250) 910-1074
                                             such as teamwork, leadership and                                                  Girls (2004-2007)                                                                         Sparwood teens, through volunteerism,
                                                                                                                                                                             Ages 6-12
BROWNIES                                     citizenship. For more info visit                                                                                                                                            facility use, donations or by teaching
                                                                                                                               EVMHA is always looking for coaches,                                                      a skill, please contact Joni at
Thursdays 6:00 - 7:00 pm                     www.cadets.ca or contact                 SPARWOOD MINOR BALL                      refs and volunteers to help with our
                                             Sherri Shaw (250) 423-6224               Ages 4 – 13                              association. If you are interested in                                                     youthcoordinator@sparwood.ca
The Brownies program is all about                                                                                                                                            Home Schooling Fun
encouraging girls age 7 & 8 to devel-                                                 Monday – Thursday                        helping out, please inquire to any                                                        If you are a teen who has a great idea,
                                             ELK VALLEY 4H CLUB                                                                                                              Every other Thursday 10:30 – 11:30 am
op their own identity and positive                                                    April – June                             executive member.                                                                         message Youth Action Sparwood on
                                             Leadership and Life skills program for                                                                                          Meet other home schooled students           Instagram or text 250-425-3975.
relationships with others.                                                            T ball, Coach Pitch, Minors, Majors,
                                             youth and volunteers. The club con-                                                                                             and explore a variety of curriculum
                                                                                      Juniors                                  YOUTH ARCHERY
GIRL GUIDES                                  ducts meetings on the 3rd Sunday of                                                                                             topics in a fun atmosphere.
                                                                                      For more information contact
                                             the month from October to June, and                                               A recreational time to teach kids ages        Grade 2+ only
Wednesdays 7:00 - 8:30 pm                                                             Robin/Darren Roszell (778)518-0721
                                             hosts a variety of programs: cooking,                                             5 -18 how to safely use a bow and
In Guides, girls age 9 - 11 strengthen                                                or r.d.roszell@gmail.com
                                             equine etc.                                                                       learn more about archery.                     Book and Movie Club
their leadership skills by taking the                                                                                          Days and Times TBA
                                             Registration Fee $120                                                                                                           No School Fridays                           STRIVE GARDEN
lead in activities, learning to organize                                                                                       For more information contact
                                             Cloverbuds 6 - 8 yrs                     SPARWOOD MINOR SOCCER                                                                  Once a month 1:00-3:30 pm
events and teaching each other new                                                                                             Vinny Kropodra (250)433-6969                                                              We are working on our garden at SSS.
                                             Juniors 9 - 13 yrs                       Ages 4 – 17                                                                            Grade 5 & 6 students
skills, all while having fun with their                                                                                                                                                                                  We will gratefully accept donations
                                             Seniors 13 - 19 yrs                      Monday - Thursday                                                                      Each month you will receive a free
peers.                                                                                                                                                                                                                   of funds, seeds, perennial divisions,
                                             Find out more at www.4-h-canada.ca       April – June                                                                           book to read and then the next month
Corette Harrington (250) 425-2189                                                                                              SPARWOOD LIBRARY PROGRAMS                                                                 garden books and guidance from expe-
                                             Shanna Bosma (780) 674-1422.             For more information please contact                                                    get together to discuss the book and
                                                                                                                               Baby Laptime                                  watch the movie based on the book.          rienced Sparwood gardeners. We are
PATHFINDERS                                                                           the new board members
                                             ELK VALLEY LACROSSE                                                                                                             This is a great way to get into literacy    continuing to raise funds towards this
The Pathfinder program allows girls                                                   President Daryl Walgren (250)425-        A drop in program where you can
                                                                                                                                                                             and have fun with your friends. Must        exciting venture!
age 12 - 14 to take the lead and             2018 Registration Information            4218                                     interact with your baby through song,
                                                                                                                               play and stories.                             register in advance as books need to        Warm thanks to the Sparwood Com-
become active in the causes they be-         Division Information                     Registrar Jenna Wilson (250)425-
                                                                                                                               Wednesdays 10:30 - 11:00 am                   be ordered and space is limited.            munity Fund, Dina Dominick, Troy
lieve in. In Pathfinders, girls will start   Tykes, Novice, Peewee, Bantam &          5472
                                                                                                                                                                             May 3, May 31 & June 14                     Cook, David P Smith, Jaimie Parker,
to develop their independence while          Midget.                                  Coordinator for U12 & up                 Hop                                                                                       Sarah Legacy, Sparwood Secondary
also learning the value of teamwork.         For more information contact             Colleen Wyld 250-425-0050
                                                                                                                               A drop in program where children 18                                                       School, Alpine Lumber and the Spar-
Find out more at www.girlguides.ca           Jera Kipnik                              Coordinator for U10 & under
                                                                                                                               months up to preschool age can come                                                       wood Golf Club for their donations and
Corette Harrington (250) 425-2189.           eklacrosse@hotmail.com                   Stefan Fischer 250-425-7255
                                                                                                                               and enjoy a half hour of fun. Singing,                                                    support.

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SPARWOOD CONNECTOR                                      MATEVIC DRAW TRAIL
In 2011, the new Elk River Bridge was constructed,      Starting behind the Disc Golf Course in Sparwood
creating a new link between Lower Sparwood              Heights, Matevic Draw Trail leads hikers up a valley
and Sparwood Heights. Now the main trail in             draw to Sparwood Ridge and beyond. The 7.4
Sparwood, the Sparwood Connector provides               km trail (one way) is a good day outing. In either
access to the Elk River, Michel Creek and the Elk       summer or winter it will take you through the
River Trail.                                            mature forests and up to an overlook of the Elk
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                                                                                                               of technical trail features. Use at your       be prepared to stop if necessary. Yield to           activity. Tell someone about your route                                                                                                                                                                                                                     Lions Trail                                                                           3.2 km
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Sparwood
                                                                                                               own risk.                                      hikers/walkers.                                      and how long you will be. If possible,                                                                                                                                                                         Golf Club                                    Matevic Trail                                                                         1.3 km
                                                                                                                                                                                                                   carry a mobile phone.                                                                                                                                                       Mountain
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               Shadows
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               Mountain Shadows Trail                                                                3.8 km
                                                                                                               Respect wildlife. Unannounced                  Respect the environment. Stay on                                                                                                                                                                                                Campground

 SPARWOOD TRAILS ALLIANCE                                                                                      approaches and sudden movements startle        the trail, going off-trail will damage the           Watch for fallen trees or new                                                           ELK RIVER
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             TRAIL
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               Sparwood Connector                                                                    1.6 km

                                                                                                               animals. This can be dangerous for you,        ecosystem. Leave no trash, take out all              hazards. Report all hazards to
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             REGIONAL TRAILS
                                                                                                               others and the animals. Make noise and         litter.                                              250.425.6271.
 Are you interested in seeing more trails in and around Sparwood?                                              be alert at all times.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               Elk
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                MOUNTAIN
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              SHADOWS TRAIL
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               Coal Discovery Trail
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               Elk Valley Trail
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      32 km
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     143 km
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              River                                                                                                                                                            Matevic Draw Trail                                                                    7.4 km

 The Sparwood Trails Alliance is working towards the expansion and improvement of our local trail

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Douglas Fir Road
 network. The STA goal is to improve existing trails, construct new Mt. Biking, hiking and ski trails                                                                                                                     Visit www.sparwood.ca

 creating local opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. For more information or to get involved contact:                                                                                                                     for more information on
                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Sparwood’s trails.                                                                                                                                        COAL DISCOVERY TRAIL
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  0   100m 200m              400m                            600m            800m           1 km

 sparwoodtrails@gmail.com
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      ELK VALLEY TRAIL
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    TRANS CANADA TRAIL

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teen & adult programs
LUNCHTIME KNITTING!                       FUNCTIONAL FITNESS FOR TEENS                Youth Action Sparwood has many
                                          April 2 - May 7                             great things in the works—follow us
SSS Multipurpose Room,
                                          3:45 - 4:45                                 on Instagram and Facebook to keep
FREE                                                                                  up-to-date on our programs and ac-
                                          This 6 week workshop is designed
Join Badass Knitter Smashlee Sitches                                                  tivities. We try to get our announce-
                                          for youth ages 12 and up. Whether
to learn how to knit! All                                                             ments on the screens at the school
                                          you are an athlete looking to up your
materials are supplied or                                                             as well.
                                          game, or just someone who wants to
you can bring your own.                   become more active, this after school
Did you know knitting is a                exercise program will both challenge        Some things we are working on:
fun, creative way to man-                 and encourage you to develop a              Zumba, a second makeup workshop
age stress? Try it and see!”              healthier lifestyle. Classes will involve   and a fantastic leadership program
                                          “crossfit style” workouts incorporat-       call the Youth Leadership Journey.

                                                                                                                                 community teen & adult programs
FATBIKE 102 WITH JENA GREASER             ing strength, plyometrics, core, TRX        Stay tuned!
March 23rd                                (suspension training), kettlebells and
                                          WODS (workout of the day). We will          JONI ASKS -- Do you have ideas for
For teens 14-18
                                          start at beginner level and move to         youth programs? Are you a teen with
$50                                       more advanced lifts and techniques          a great idea? Contact Joni at youthco-
Hit the snowy trails                      as the program progresses!                  ordinator@sparwood.ca
on fat tires! National                    $75
                                                                                                                               SPARWOOD WEIGHT TRAINING CLUB         ADULT MIXED SLO-PITCH                      watch for postings on the Sparwood
fatbike champion Jena                                                                 UKRANIAN EGG DECORATING                  24 hour gym featuring free weights,   Monday – Thursday                          Trails Alliance Facebook and Strava
                                          Call to sign up today!
Greaser will teach you                                                                FOR ADULTS 16+                           cardio machines and multi use                                                    pages.
how to make the most                      Call 250-425 3952 to register                                                                                              April – July
                                                                                      March 31, 2019                           stations.
of winter by getting hooked on fat-                                                                                                                                  Dawn Weatherbee                            SPARWOOD MINOR BALL
                                          ACADEMY SKATEBOARD                          Sunday, 3:00 - 7:00 pm                   Drop in 			                  $8.00
biking! If you can ride a bike, you can                                                                                                                              250 425-4678 or                            Ages 4 – 17
ride a fatbike.                           COLLECTIVE                                  Register by March 24                     Single Membership                     littlemouse74@hotmail.com                  Monday – Thursday
Bike rental provided, please give your    May 3rd ,4th and 5th                        $35.00                                   One Month		                  $40.00                                              April – June
height at registration.                   Friday - Sunday                             or on:                                   Family Membership                     COMMUNITY BADMINTON
                                                                                                                                                                                                                T ball, Coach Pitch, Minors, Majors,
Register at 250-425-3975                  $100.00                                     April 14, 2019                           (2 people, same dwelling)             Come and enjoy a fun game of               Juniors
                                          This three-day workshop takes               Sunday, 3:00 - 7:00 pm                   One Month		                  $70.00   badminton! Open to teens and adults.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                Robin & Darren Roszell 778-518-0721
DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS                      participants through the history of         Register by April 7                      Card Lock key 		             $12.00   Tuesdays & Thursdays FJM Gym               or r.d.roszell@gmail.com
MARCH 8, 15, 25 Additional Dates          skateboarding, introduces riding fun-                                                                                      7:00 - 8:30 pm
                                                                                      Michele will teach you the intricate     New memberships may be purchased
TBA                                       damentals and progresses through                                                                                                                                      SPARWOOD MINOR SOCCER
                                                                                      art of Ukranian egg coloring. You will   through the Sparwood Leisure Centre
Call 250-425-3975 for schedule.           building skills. The final day is all
                                                                                      learn how to use a keska with bees       with cash or cheque. 16+ years        RECREATIONAL BASKETBALL                    Ages 4 – 17
Join Dungeon Master Danny Turner at       about teaching participants how to
                                                                                      wax to dye eggs to make beautiful                                              Shoot baskets with some friends. Fun
the Leisure Centre to play every-         share skate knowl-                                                                   For more information call Danny                                                  Monday - Thursday
                                                                                      patterns that your friends will love.                                          drop in basketball for teens and adults.
one’s favourite tabletop fantasy          edge and document                                                                    (250) 425-5081                                                                   April – June
                                                                                      Don’t miss out on this great oppor-
role-playing game! Regular players        their friends’ riding                                                                                                      Tuesdays SSS Gym                           For more information please contact
                                                                                      tunity!
will be mentored to lead their own        through video pro-                                                                   LADIES NIGHT GOLF                     8:00 - 10:00 pm
                                          duction and photos.                                                                                                                                                   the new board members
campaigns. You too can be a Dungeon                                                   LEARN TO MAKE PEROGIES
                                          This is about skateboarding, but                                                     Wednesdays                                                                       President Daryl Walgren 250-425-4218
Master!                                                                                                                                                              ADULT RUGBY
                                          offers so much more!                        April 7, 2019                            May – September
YOUTH LEADERSHIP JOURNEY                                                              Sunday, 3:00 - 5:00 pm                                                         Peter Dudman 250-423-1653                  Registrar Jenna Wilson 250-425-5472
                                          For children and teens to age 18.                                                    Sue White 250-425-7762
A Leadership Journey: The First Steps     You’ll be split into groups by age and      $35.00                                                                         We are always looking for new players,     Coordinator for U12 & up
teaches youth about different leader-     ability. All abilities welcome.             Register by March 31                     MENS NIGHT GOLF                       open to men and women 16+.                 Colleen Wyld 250-425-0050
ship styles, public speaking and gives    Call 250-425-0552 to register               Join Lucy and learn how to make
them tips for how to create meaning-                                                                                           Tuesdays                                                                         Coordinator for U10 & under
                                                                                      authentic Potato & Cheese Perogies.                                            LADIES BIKE NIGHT
ful change in their community.                                                        Not only will you get to taste what      May – September                                                                  Stefan Fischer 250-425-7255
                                                                                                                                                                     Tuesdays 7:00 pm
Dates to be announced. FREE                                                           you cook, you will be able to take       Duane Allen
                                                                                                                                                                     Ladies bike nights will start up again
                                                                                      some home for your family to enjoy!      duanerallen@shaw.ca
                                                                                                                                                                     when ground is stable. For dates

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55+ programs & events
GENTLE FIT                                   SENIORS CENTRE                                Card Games & More
Mon, Wed & Fri 8:30 - 9:15 am                Join the seniors for luncheons, guest         Join the seniors in the community
This low intensity class is designed         speakers and special events such as           during the afternoon for Cribbage, Wii
for seniors and individuals with, or         a trip to the farmers market. Yearly          Games, Billiards or play the classic trick-
recovering from, muscle or joint             Membership Fees are $15.00                    taking card game
injuries.
                                             Contact                                       Whist.
AQUAFIT                                      Hugh Gilchrist (250) 425-2062 or                    Wednesdays at 1:00 pm
Mon, Wed & Fri 9:30 - 10:30 am               Judi Loewen at (250) 425-4248                 Crib Tuesdays at 7:00 pm &
Participants can pace themselves                          or (250) 425-6536                      Thursdays at 1:00 pm
to enjoy a medium/high intensity             John Ward at (250) 425-2390
workout combining a mixture of                                                             Crafts
cardiovascular exercise, strength            101 4th Avenue
                                                                                           A great way to meet new people
training and stretching. (Child              Sparwood, BC

                                                                                                                                               registered fitness classes
                                                                                           and socialize, join others with artistic
minding in tot pool for children             Interested in hosting an event, renting
3 + yrs).                                                                                  talents in card making, sewing and
                                             the Seniors Hall for an activity or get
                                                                                           other crafts.
                                             together, contact Terry Hume at (250)
PICKLEBALL                                   433-6839. This group can cater most           Floor Curling
                                             events upon request.                                                                        REGISTERED CLASSES                        30 MINUTE ENERGY SPIN                      MENS BALL HOCKEY
April 2 - May 15, 2019                                                                     Get out, keep active and socialize. The                                                 April 4 - May 30, 2019                     April 24 - June 11, 2019
Tuesdays 5:30 - 7:30 pm                      Cooking                                       game of Floor Curling resembles the           BODY BLAST “FOR WOMEN”
                                                                                                                                                                                   Thursdays                                  Mondays & Wednesdays
$2.00 Drop In                                                                              game of ice curling.
                                             Make new friends and learn new skills.                                                      April 1 - June 16, 2019                   5:30 - 6:00 pm                             7:00 - 9:00pm
Pickleball is the fastest growing            This group makes perogies, cabbage                                                          Mondays & Wednesdays
racquet sport in North America, it                                                         The Seniors Centre organizes a wide                                                     $62.08                                     $40.00
combines elements of badminton,              rolls, pies etc. to sell as a fundraiser at   variety of other events and activities.       3:45 - 4:45 pm
                                                                                                                                                                                   See Tuesday’s description.                 This is low cost Ball Hockey for men
tennis and table tennis. Come join           the Farmers Market and other social           For dates and times contact Judi              $128.97
                                                                                                                                                                                                                              of all skill levels. A time for men to
us at the SSS Gym with clean, dry,           events, they also cater small get-            Loewen at (250) 425-4248 or email             This 1 hour class incorporates gentle     EARLY MORNING SPIN
                                                                                                                                                                                                                              come out and participate in a fun
non-marking shoes, we will supply            togethers.                                    hotrodheaven@telus.net to receive the         strength training and a few cross fit     APRIL 1 - MAY 29, 2019                     game of scrimmage. Helmets and
everything else!
                                                                                           Seniors Centre monthly calendar.              challenges too! You will not get bored!   Mondays & Wednesdays                       gloves are mandatory. Face masks
Starts April 2
                                                                                                                                         Register by March 25                      5:45 - 6:15 am                             are recommended Minimum 10
                                                                                                                                                                                   $110.36                                    registrations needed.
                                                                                                                                         30 MINUTE ENERGY SPIN                     Get your day off to a great start with a   Register by April 17
                                                                                                                                         April 2 - May 28, 2019                    heart pumping group cycle. All fitness
                                                                                                                                         Tuesdays                                  levels welcome. Only 7 registered spots
                                                                                                                                         5:30 - 6:00 pm                            available. (No classes April 22 and May
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                PERSONAL TRAINING SERVICES
                                                                                                                                         $62.08                                    20, 2019)
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Not seeing any results from your
                                                                                                                                         This after work class will have you       Register by March 25
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                every day fitness routine?
                                                                                                                                         expending that extra energy. The                                                       Is your workout getting boring?
                                                                                                                                         intensity of your ride is under your                                                   Do you want to improve your
                                                                                                                                         control, allowing you to work at a                                                     overall fitness level?
                                                                                                                                         pace that is right for your body. The
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Robin or Karen can help. For more
                                                                                                                                         class focuses on aerobic endurance
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                information call 250-425-0552 or
                                                                                                                                         conditioning.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                see the Leisure Centre front Office.
                                                                                                                                         Register by March 26
   ‘Pine & Wine’ - Seniors Drop-in Centre Courtesy Judi Loewen
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drop in fitness classes                                                                                                            summer in sparwood
DROP IN FITNESS
                                                                                                                                     SUMMER POOL SCHEDULE
Drop into any of our drop in fitness classes for the regular drop in fee, or with your                                               EFFECTIVE JULY 8TH - SEPTEMBER 2ND, 2019
Active Living Pass. (No Classes April 22 and May 20, 2019)

WATER FIT CLASSES                            DRY LAND FITNESS CLASSES                     BOOTCAMP GAMES                                 MONDAY               TUESDAY           WEDNESDAY          THURSDAY             FRIDAY           SATURDAY            SUNDAY

                                                                                          Wednesdays 6:30 - 7:30 pm                  EARLY BIRD SWIM                          EARLY BIRD SWIM
GENTLE FIT                                   ZUMBA                                                                                    6:30 - 9:30 AM                           6:30 - 9:30 AM
                                                                                                                                                                                                                    EARLY BIRD SWIM           Pool Maintenance
Mon, Wed & Fri 8:30 - 9:15 am                Mondays 6:30 - 7:30 pm                       Who says exercising can’t be fun?!? This                                                                                   6:30 - 9:30 AM
                                                                                                                                        GENTLE FIT            AQUAFIT           GENTLE FIT          AQUAFIT                                      Shutdown
                                                                                          class will incorporate bootcamp style
This low intensity class is designed         Zumba classes combine Latin and                                                            8:30 - 9:15         8:30 - 9:15AM       8:30 - 9:15       8:30 - 9:15AM
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              June 17 - July 7th
                                                                                          workouts and fitness games to create
for seniors and individuals with, or         international music with dance moves.                                                      RED CROSS            RED CROSS          RED CROSS          RED CROSS          RED CROSS
                                                                                          an energy packed workout with some             LESSONS              LESSONS            LESSONS            LESSONS            LESSONS
recovering from muscle or joint injuries.    Zumba routines incorporate interval
                                                                                          friendly competition!                       9:30 AM-12:00 PM     9:30 AM-12:00 PM   9:30 AM-12:00 PM   9:30 AM-12:00 PM   9:30 AM-12:00 PM
Starts April 1                               training, alternating fast and slow
                                             rhythms and resistance training.             Starts April 3                               LANE SWIM             LANE SWIM          LANE SWIM         LANE SWIM           LANE SWIM                           LANE SWIM
                                                                                                                                      12:00 - 1:00 PM       12:00 - 1:00 PM    12:00 - 1:00 PM   12:00 - 1:00 PM     12:00 - 1:00 PM                     12:00 - 1:00 PM
AQUAFIT                                      Starts April 1 - May 27
Mon, Wed & Fri 9:30 - 10:30 am                                                                                                                                                                                                          LANE SWIM         FAMILY SWIM
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       1:00 - 2:00 PM     1:00 - 2:00 PM
                                             LADIES MORNING WALLYBALL                                                                  PUBLIC SWIM          PUBLIC SWIM        PUBLIC SWIM        PUBLIC SWIM
Participants can pace themselves                                                                                                       1:00 - 4:00 PM       1:00 - 4:00 PM     1:00 - 4:00 PM     1:00 - 4:00 PM
to enjoy a medium/high intensity             Tues & Thurs 9:30 - 11:00 am                                                                                                                                                              PUBLIC SWIM        PUBLIC SWIM
workout combining a mixture of               Join the ladies for morning exercise and                                                                                                                                                  2:00 - 5:00 PM     2:00 - 4:30 PM
                                                                                                                                                                                                                      FREE PUBLIC
cardiovascular exercise, strength            a few laughs. No one takes the game                                                                                                                                         SWIM
training and stretching. (Child minding      too seriously. Beginners are welcome!                                                                                                                                   4:00 - 5:30 PM
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        LANE SWIM
in tot pool for children 3 yrs +).                                                                                                                                                                                                     5:00 - 6:00 PM
                                             Ongoing to June 20                                                                         LANE SWIM            LANE SWIM          LANE SWIM          LANE SWIM          LANE SWIM
Starts April 1                                                                                                                         5:30 - 6:30 PM       5:30 - 6:30 PM     5:30 - 6:30 PM     5:30 - 6:30 PM     5:30 - 6:30 PM
                                             SUPER CIRCUITS                                                                                                                                                                            PUBLIC SWIM
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       6:00 - 8:00 PM
                                             Tuesdays 6:15 - 6:45 pm                                                                   PUBLIC SWIM          PUBLIC SWIM        PUBLIC SWIM        PUBLIC SWIM        PUBLIC SWIM
                                                                                          TABATA                                       6:30 - 9:00 PM       6:30 - 9:00 PM     6:30 - 9:00 PM     6:30 - 9:00 PM     6:30 - 9:00 PM
                                             This fast paced, bootcamp style class
                                             will have you torching twice the             Thursdays 6:15 - 6:45 pm
                                             calories in half the time! Each class will
                                                                                          Tabata is a type of high intensity                       SUMMER SPECIAL POOL EVENTS                                             RED CROSS WATER SAFETY WEEK
                                             consist of 3 different circuits using a
                                             variety of equipment. All ability levels     interval training featuring 4 rounds of                         Summer Special Events:                                        June 1st-8th, 2019 is Water Safety Week
                                             are welcome! Each circuit can easily         8 different exercises. Each exercise is              Thursday, July 11th 1-3 pm- Beach Day                        Do you know what a drowning/non-swimmer looks like?
                                             be modified for beginners as well as         done for 20 seconds with 10 seconds                      Wed, July 17th 1-3 - Aquablast                           Do you have the skills needed to help rescue someone who
                                             seasoned athletes.                           of rest. It works both the aerobic and                   Tues, July 23rd 1-3 – Ball Swim                          is in trouble in the water?
                                             Starts April 2                                                                                   Thursday, August 1st 1-3 – Groovy Days                                         Sunday, June 8th from 1-3 pm
                                                                                          anaerobic energy systems, builds
                                                                                                                                                 Wed, August 7th 1-3 – Build-a-Boat                                    Join us for Water Safety Week Activities.
                                                                                          strength and endurance, and shreds                Thursday, August 15th 1-3 pm Hawaiian Luau
                                             YOGA                                                                                                                                                                                Swim in your clothes
                                                                                          calories in just half an hour. Each                 Tues, August 20th 1-3 pm Wacky Relays                                   Practice using reaching & throwing Assists
                                             Tuesdays & Thursdays 7:00 - 8:00 pm          workout will incorporate a different                  Wed, August 28th 1-3 pm- Ball Swim                                               Swim to Survive Test
                                                                                          piece of equipment.                                           All Pool Events 1:00 - 3:00 pm
                                             This class will encourage you to become
                                             familiar with what your body needs,          Starts April 4                                  PLEASE NOTE THE POOL AND LEISURE CENTRE IS
                                             as well as offer a comfortable, non-                                                           CLOSED MONDAY AUGUST 5TH FOR BC DAY
                                             judgmental environment. Everyone is
                                             welcome!
                                             Starts April 2
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summer camp                                                                                                                             facility rentals
 SPARWOOD SUMMER CAMP                                                                                                              If you are planning an event or                                                        For details on rental rates or to book
                                                                                                                                   tournament, we can cater to your                                                       your event call 250-425-0552 or email
 Monday - Thursday                                                                                                                                                            HALL RENTALS
                                                                                                                                   needs at the Leisure Centre. Theater                                                   us at recoffice@sparwood.ca
 Starts Tuesday, July 2nd - August 15th
 $55.00 / Child. Includes backpack for supplies                                                                                    style seating up to 600 with table         Rent the community hall for your
 needed daily.                                                                                                                     seating up to 500. Various size stage      conference, banquet, meeting,
 7 weeks of summer fun. Get out and be active! A summer                                                                            set up available. Community Hall &         wedding, retirement or Christmas
 camp is incomplete without its games so join us for some                                                                          Lounge for gatherings. Special package     parties for up to 248 guests.
 fun. Explorers will experience creativity, sportsmanship
                                                                                                                                   deals available to allow you to hold all
 and individuality while learning in a fun and friendly                                                                                                                       CURLING RINK
 environment.                                                                                                                      tournament and related events in one
                                                                                                                                   convenient location.                       This large area for hosting events or
 PRESCHOOL ADVENTURES                                                                                                                                                         weddings up to 836 guests.
 3-6 yrs 9:30 am - 12:00 pm                  WOW !! What a great deal.                                                             ARENA RENTALS
                                                   Works out to                                                                                                               CURLING LOUNGE
 SCHOOL AGE ADVENTURES                                                                                                             Sparwood Arena features new LED
 6-12 yrs 1:00 - 4:00 pm                         $2.11 day / child                                                                                                            This medium size space is ideal for
                                                                                                                                   lighting, 185 X 85 cement surface          meetings, courses, workshops and
                                              & includes a Backpack.                                                               lined for lacrosse and ball hockey with    parties up to 82 participants or guests.
                                                                                                                                   6 change rooms and new hot water
                                                                                                                                   system producing nice hot showers          CONFERENCE ROOM
                                                                                                                                   every time. Arena Bleachers seating        This meeting space can seat up

    summer lessons                                                                                                                 capacity of 600. Hold an event or rent     to 12 participants. With audio and visual
                                                                                                                                                                              capability.
                                                                                                                                   the arena for your tournament and
                                                                                                                                   games.                                     STUDIO
Summer Swim Lessons Monday - Friday
                                                                                                                                   POOL RENTALS                               This multi-purpose space is suitable
Half Hour Lessons		              $21.25                                                                                                                                       for small meetings, classes, activities,
One Hour Lessons		               $42.50                                                                                            Host a private pool rental for your        birthday parties up to 30 participants
                                                                                                                                   group for up to 300 people.                or guests.

SET / TIME        9:30 - 10:00                   10:00- 10:30                 10:30 - 11:00              11:00 - 11:30
SET # 1           Level 1, Level 6/7             Sunfish,                     Salamander, Level 2/3      Sea Otter, Level 4/5
July 8-12                                        Crocodile/Whale

SET # 2           Level 3/4, Sunfish             Sea Otter, Level 1/2         Salamander, Level 8/9/10   Level 5/6, Level 8/9/10
July 15-19

SET # 3           Salamander, Level 7/8          Level 1/2, Whale             Sea Otter, Level 5/6       Level 3/4,
July 22-26                                                                                               Sunfish/Crocodile

SET # 4           Salamander/ Sunfish,           Level 5, Level 6/7           Level 1, Level 2/3         Sea Otter, Level 4
July 29 - Aug 2   Crocodile/Whale

SET # 5           Level 5/6, Level 7/8           Crocodile/Whale              Sea Otter, Level 2/3       Level 1/2, Level 4
Aug 12-16                                        Salamander/Sunfish

SET # 6           Level 8/9/10, Salamander       Level 8/9/10                 Level 1/2, Level 6/7       Sea Otter, Level 3/4
Aug 19-23                                        Sunfish /Crocodile

Set # 7           Sea Otter, Salamander          Crocodile/Whale, Level 1     Level 3/4, Sunfish         Level 5/6, Level 2
Aug 26-30

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community groups
                                                                                                                                   PARENT / TOT                           SPORTS GROUPS                          Sparwood Minor Ball
                                                                                                                                   Aboriginal Early Years                                                        Robin & Darren Roszell
                                                                                                                                                                          Elk Valley Lacrosse                    (778) 518-0721 or
                                                                                                                                   Outreach Worker                        Jera Kipnik
                                                                                                                                   Sarah Clark(250) 946-7522                                                     r.d.roszell@gmail.com
                                                                                                                                                                          eklacrosse@hotmail.com
                                                                                                                                   Bellies to Babies                                                             Sparwood Mixed Slo-pitch
                                                                                                                                   belliestobabies@outlook.com            Elk Valley Minor Hockey                Dawn Weatherbee at
                                                                                                                                   Call or text 250-430-1048              Jason Dobson                           (250) 425-4678 or
                                                                                                                                                                          jadobson@telus.net                     littlemouse74@hotmail.com

         community events                                                                                                          Sparwood Early Years
                                                                                                                                   Crissy Riegert (778) 518-5183
                                                                                                                                   Sparwood Treehouse Daycare
                                                                                                                                                                          Tiffany Rybachuk
                                                                                                                                                                          tiffany.rybachuk@hotmail.com
                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Sparwood Shotokan Karate
                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Cindy Paskiewich (250) 425-2515

                                                                                                                                   (250) 425-4443                         For the Love of Dance                  Sparwood Skating Club
ARTS & CULTURE WEEK                       STORYTIME IN THE MALL                     SPARWOOD MARKET
                                                                                                                                   sparwoodtreehousemanager@gmail.        Kelly Stoffels (250) 425-5287          Kayla Stanley (250) 425-2992
April 14 – 21, 2019                       April 18, 2019                            June 28 - August 30, 2019
                                          Thursday 1:30 - 2:30 pm                                                                  com                                    Ladies’ Hockey                         Sparwood Trails Alliance
Check out the many activities that will                                             Friday Evenings 4:00 - 7:00 pm                                                                                               sparwoodtrails@gmail.com
                                          Sparwood Public Library presents                                                         Sparwood Toys for Tots                 Leslie Starkey (250) 425-4128
be happening around town more details
                                          Story Time in the Mall                    At The Big Green Truck (Titan Park)            Edie Holland (250) 425-6554                                                   Sunset Ridge Cross Country
TBA.                                                                                                                                                                      Pacific Sport Columbia Basin
                                                                                    The Sparwood Market highlights Local           Strong Start                           David Ellis (250) 946-5668             Ski Society
TASTE OF SPARWOOD                         SSS PLAY - ‘WASTED’”                                                                                                                                                   Shelly Hume (250) 433-1000
                                                                                    Artisans & Crafters, Farmers, Butchers,        BJ Syrja (250) 425-7818                Pass Trak
April 14, 2019                            April 30-May 1, 2019                                                                                                                                                   Tae Kwon Do
                                                                                    Bakers, Restaurateurs, Health & Wellness                                              Ritch Braun (403) 563-5470
Sunday 1:00 - 4:00 pm                     Time and venue - TBA                                                                                                                                                   Sant Saran (250) 425-2044
                                                                                    and Food Trucks. Come see what                                                        Rugby 16+
Greenwood Mall                                                                                                                     YOUTH INTEREST
                                          Keep watching for more details as the     Sparwood has to offer.                                                                Peter Dudman (250) 423-1653            Valley Riders
Come out for an afternoon of fun and      SSS Drama Department prepares for                                                        Brownies                                                                      Bruce Timbrell (250) 425-4715
adventure as community groups and         their annual production!                  COAL MINER DAYS                                Tracie Baker Cleggett                  Sparwood Curling Club
businesses offer you tastes from around                                                                                            (250) 425-5271                         Dave Endicott (250) 425-2195           Youth Archery
the world.                                                                          June 3 - 9, 2019                                                                                                             Vinny Kropodra (250) 433-6969
                                                                                                                                   Elk Valley 4H Club                     Sparwood Fish & Wildlife Association
                                          MAY IS MINING MONTH IN SPARWOOD           Every year Sparwood hosts an annual                                                   Darren Reghenas (250) 425-4275
MARKET AT THE MALL                                                                  festival celebrating our heritage.             Shanna Bosma (780) 674-1422
                                          Sponsored by the Chamber of               Coal Miner Days is a cornerstone                                                      Sparwood Golf Course                   Youth 22 Shoot
April 14, - 2019                                                                                                                   Elk Valley Air Cadets
                                          Commerce                                  community event and consists of a                                                     Barrie McWha (250) 425-2612            Guy Gioia (250) 425-9442
Greenwood Mall                                                                                                                     Sherri Shaw (250) 423-6224
                                          MINING LUNCH - Date TBA                   variety of activities for the entire family.                                          Fernie Old School Boxing
SILENT AUCTION & TEA AT CAUSEWAY                                                                                                   Girl Guides
                                                                                    This is a great way to get to know the                                                Sparwood Location
BAY                                       COMMUNITY BBQ Lunch -                                                                    Corette Harrington (250) 425-2189
                                                                                    community. Be sure to mark the date on                                                250-425-4481                           SERVICE GROUPS
                                          May 30, 2019                              your calendar and join us in a fun and
Date and time TBA.                                                                                                                 Youth Action Sparwood                  www.fernieoldschoolboxing.ca
                                          Noon at the Titan (open to all)           activity filled weekend of Coal Miner                                                                                        Alcoholics Anonymous
                                                                                                                                   Joni Laberge
SSS DRAMA IN THE MALL                     CHAMBER GOLF TOURNAMENT                   Days! For more information, visit              youthcoordinator@sparwood.ca           Sparwood Minor Soccer                  (250) 425-2529
                                          June 6, 2019 for more information call    www.coalminerdays.ca                                                                  President Daryl Walgren
Tuesday afternoon, April 16                                                                                                                                                                                      Child & Youth Mental Health
                                          Bev MacNaughton at 250-425-2423                                                          Northwind Rhythmic Gymnastics          (250) 425-4218
Greenwood Mall - time TBA                                                                                                                                                                                        (250) 423-5311
                                                                                    CANADA DAY                                     Megan Rawles (250) 433-7453            Registrar Jenna Wilson
Watch for more information                MOVE FOR HEALTH DAY                                                                                                             (250) 425-5472                         Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day
                                                                                    July 1, 2019                                                                          Coordinator for U12 & up               Saints
                                                                                                                                   Sparwood Fun Centre
POP-UP THEATRE                            May 10, 2019                              Monday 10:00 am - 2:00 pm                                                             Colleen Wyld 250-425-0050              (250) 425-0523
                                                                                                                                   Ron Bertin 778-518-5155
                                          Mark your calendars for Move for Health   Come join in the Canada Day                                                           Coordinator for U10 & under            Coal Miner Days Society
Film Festival                                                                                                                                                             Stefan Fischer 250-425-7255
                                          Day! We encourage everyone to get out     Sparwood Recreation Centre Arena.                                                                                            Justine Bowen (250) 910-1074
April 17 2019
Wednesday Time TBA                        and get moving.                                                                           Sparwood Public Health                                                       Columbia Basin
                                                                                    Face Painting, Mini Golf, Awesome
Greenwood Mall                            FOR THE LOVE OF DANCE RECITAL                                                             Services include prenatal counselling, referrals to prenatal classes and     Alliance For Literacy
                                                                                    Inflatables, , Balloon Animals, Cool
Description here                          May 16, 2019                                                                              pregnancy outreach programs, individual prenatal and postpartum visits,      Chrissy Hill (250) 946-7257
                                                                                    Crafts, Obstacle Course, Caricature Artist,     breastfeeding support, breast pump rental, tobacco cessation, postpartum
                                          Thursday 6:30 pm                          Canada Day Cupcakes, Singing                                                                                                 Columbia Basin Trust
                                          Sparwood Curling Rink                                                                     depression screening, infant care, growth and development education,         (250) 426-8810 or 1-800-505-8998
                                                                                    ‘O Canada’ and Much More!                       community and service referral and immunization. 250-425-2404

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