Spring & Summer Programs 2019 - Something super for everyone! - GNAG

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Spring & Summer Programs 2019 - Something super for everyone! - GNAG
Spring & Summer
Programs 2019

 Something super for everyone!
Spring & Summer Programs 2019 - Something super for everyone! - GNAG
REGISTRATION                                                      REGISTRATION BEGINS                                                                                                                               GNAG TEAM
As of September 2018, GNAG has a new                             Thursday, February 28 7:00 pm                                                                                                        Mary Tsai
                                                                                                                                                                                                      Executive Director
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Jason Irvine
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                Sr. Program Coordinator
registration system - Amilia                                                                                                                                     WELCOMES YOU TO THE                  tsai@gnag.ca              Preschool & Kinder
                                                                 TELL US WHAT YOU THINK                                                                           GLEBE COMMUNITY                                               jason@gnag.ca
Online registration: Go to GNAG.ca                               Your feedback is important to us. If a particular course does                                         CENTRE                         Paul O’Donnell
1. Click on the REGISTER or BROWSE button.                       or does not meet your expectations, we want to hear about                                                                            Director of Recreation    Lauren Fowler
                                                                 it. Our program staff are eager to know how best to serve                                    The Glebe Neighbourhood Activities      paul@gnag.ca              Sr. Program Coordinator
2. Choose a PROGRAM grouping, then search by                                                                                                                  Group (GNAG) is a volunteer driven,                               Theatre & Q4
                                                                 you. info@gnag.ca
CATEGORY.                                                                                                                                                     not-for-profit community group          Clare Davidson Rogers     lauren@gnag.ca
                                                                                                                                                              located in the Glebe Community          Office Manager
3. Remember, GRADE refers your child is currently in.            PRIVACY POLICY
                                                                 GNAG respects the right to your personal privacy. We            Location:                    Centre in the heart of the Glebe.       clare@gnag.ca             John Muggleton
4. Once you CHOOSE AN ACTIVITY you will be asked                                                                                                                                                                                Department Manager
                                                                 endeavour to handle and store your personal information         175 Third Ave.
to login or create a new ADULT user profile. (NOTE:              in a secure manner, and to protect it from unauthorized                                      We deliver social, cultural and rec-    Peter Wightman            Youth & Adult
                                                                                                                                 Ottawa ON, K1S 2K2
                                                                 access or disclosure. We do not share information with                                       reational activities, in cooperation    Financial Administrator   john@gnag.ca
you may already have an Amilia account if you’ve re-                                                                                                          with other organizations in
                                                                 other organizations, nor do we sell customer lists.             613-233-8713 (GNAG office)                                           peter@gnag.ca
cently signed up at the St. James Tennis Club [for les-                                                                                                       the community.                                                    Katie Toogood
                                                                                                                                 613-564-1058 (City)
sons], Ottawa Gymnastics or Ottawa Circus School).               We use the information in our database to:                                                                                           Alison O’Connor           Sr. Program Coordinator
                                                                                                                                 613-564-7612 (Fax)           GNAG has several satellite
                                                                 • make course changes / cancellations                                                                                                Department Manager        Youth & Adult
5. Choose a PARTICIPANT from your list or ADD                    • provide you with program information                          www.gnag.ca                  locations in the Glebe. Sites listed
                                                                                                                                                                                                      Children & Family         katie@gnag.ca
ANOTHER PERSON if you need to add an additional                  • make marketing decisions                                      info@gnag.ca                 in each course description.
                                                                 • communicate with you about upcoming courses,                                                                                       ali@gnag.ca
child.                                                              promotions, events and registration
6. Please do NOT add non-family members to your                  • generate program attendance                                          Find out what is                          GNAG BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2018 - 2019
profile as that registrant will be in your family profile        Your child’s profile needs your adult email address in order         happening at GNAG.                   Chair: Michel Ouellette       Liz Izaguirre           Geoffrey Kellow
permanently.                                                     for you to receive progarm related information.                      Follow, Like & Share                 Vice Chair: Kate McCartney    John Richardson         Clare Pearson
7. Do not forget to respond to the VERIFICATION                                                                                                                            Treasurer: Brad Sigouin       Cathy McCallion         Sarah Wilson
                                                                 If you have any questions regarding our privacy policy,
EMAIL you received upon creating your profile.                   please do not hesitate to contact us at 613-233-8713.                                                     Secretary: Elspeth Tory       Dominique Milne         Heather Moncur
                                                                                                                                                                                                         Kellylee Evans
In-person registration: Walk into the Glebe CC and               TAKING PHOTOS & VIDEOS
register for your activity at the front desk. We accept          We like to take pictures of our programs in session and we
cash, Interac, Visa, MasterCard and personal cheques with        use them in our community guide, on our website and in
                                                                                                                                                                                                      PLAN YOUR EVENT AT THE
in-person registration.                                          promotional material and social media.                          GNAG is proud to                    613-564-1058
                                                                                                                                                                                                     GLEBE COMMUNTIY CENTRE
Telephone registration: GNAG accepts telephone                   FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE                                            partner with the
                                                                 Financial assistance is available and needs to be renewed       City of Ottawa                                             Whether you are interested in hosting conferences,
registration Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Call 613-233-8713 to register.
                                                                 every year as of July 1. Please call the GNAG office at                                                                    banquets, dances, meetings, birthday parties or special
                                                                 613-233-8713 for more information. Download the form                                                                       events, our community centre can accommodate you.
We accept Visa and MasterCard over the phone.                    from our website by searching under menu item “Jump To”.        Rec. Supervisor       Mona Warkentin
                                                                                                                                                                                            Our facility amenities combined with our professional
                                                                                                                                 Customer Service      Jane Wilson
                                                                                                                                                                                            and relaxed atmosphere will ensure that your event
WAITING LISTS                                                    OFFICE HOURS                                                    Facilities Operator   Tim Bertrand
                                                                                                                                                                                            is a success. Competitive and affordable rates make
If a class in which you are interested is full, you have the
                                                                 Monday - Friday: 8:30 am - 6:00 pm                                                                                         Glebe Community Centre an attractive venue. For
option of making another selection, or being put on a wait-
ing list on the course registration page. Participants will be
                                                                 Saturday & Sunday: Hours of operation may vary.                                                                            more information contact 613-564-1058.
contacted only if a space becomes available.                     Please call 613-564-1058 to verify.                                                                                        CcGlebeCC@ottawa.ca
                                                                 Closed all statutory holidays.
                                                                 To rent space, please call 613-564-1058.                                                                                   Si vous souhaitiez organiser une conférence, un
REFUNDS                                                                                                                                                                                     banquet, une soirée dansante, une réunion, ou un
Refunds will be given up to one full week in advance of the                                                                                                                                 événement spécial, notre centre communautaire est
activity start date. Pro-rated refunds will be given with a      JOUR ET HEURES D’OUVERTURES                                                                                                en mesure de vous accueillir. Notre ambiance a la fois
medical certificate should a refund be approved. There will      Les heures d’ouvertures sont du lundi au vendredi                                                                          professionnelle et décontractée, ainsi que la grande
be a $25 administration charge on all refunds. Member-           de 08h30 - 18h00. Les fins de semaines, les heures                                                                         qualité de nos équipements, seront le gage de votre
ships for Indoor Playground, School Walkovers, One-on-
                                                                 d’ouvertures peuvent varier selon l’horaire des                                                                            succès. Notre centre communautaire est l’endroit idéal
one tutoring, Pottery Studio, Group Fitness and all courses
with Emilie Phaneuf are non-refundable. There will be NO
                                                                 événements spéciaux. Veuillez téléphoner au                                                                                pour vos projets, grâce aux tarifs concurrentiels et aux
refunds after the program mid-point. There are no refunds        613-564-1058 pour de plus d’information.                                                                                   services réputés de notre traiteur. Pour plus de
on tickets to fundraising events. Credit notes are available     Veuillez prendre note que le centre est fermer les                                                                         renseignements, appelez le 613-564-1058.
but non-refundable.                                              jours fériés.                                                                                                              CcGlebeCC@ottawa.ca
Spring & Summer Programs 2019 - Something super for everyone! - GNAG
Playgroup Trip to
Valleyview Farm                                                                                       Parent
                                                                                                      & Baby
Friday, May 24 9:00 am - 12:45 pm

Ideal for children 1 - 5 years
$15 per person
(includes bus and admission)
Please register in person at the Glebe CC

                                                               Core Restore
                                                               Thursdays 		              11:30 am - 12:30 pm                                                                                 Dance with Emilie Phaneuf
                                                               May 2 - May 23		          $60+HST (4 classes)
                                                               Amanda DeGrace is a Bellies Inc. Core Confidence
                                                                                                                                                                                                 Baby / Toddler / Child
Mom & Baby Newborn - 11 mos
Mondays 			                      1:00 - 2:30 pm
                                                               Specialist. This program will focus on breath, alignment,
                                                               movement and releases that will enhance your “Core 4”
                                                                                                                                                                                                            www.dancewithemilie.com
Apr 8 - Jun 10 			               $129.41+HST (8 classes)       muscles. The Core 4 muscles are designed to work synergis-                                                                                          #dancewithemilie
(ex Apr 22 & May 20)                                           tically and consist of your diaphragm, transverse abdomin-
Thursdays			                     1:30 - 3:00 pm                als, pelvic floor and multifidus muscles in your back. Re-         Parent & Baby Street Dance                   NEW! Parent & Baby Caribbean Vibes Workshop
Jul 11 - Aug 15			               $105.88+HST (6 classes)       train your body to be strong from the inside out! Sorry no         Tuesdays       11:30 am - 12:15 pm           Thursday, Apr 25         11:45 am - 12:40 pm      $22.00+HST
                                                               drop-ins, this is a progressive course.                            Apr 9 - Jun 25 $198+HST (12 classes)
Join other moms and babies to learn, experience and                                                                                              $20+HST (drop-in)             Get inspired and moving to Caribbean rhythms! Soca, Reggae, Dembow,
socialize! Learn from local experts about relevant topics to   Mum & Baby Yolates Tums & Bums!                                                                                 Dancehall… Join this fun Babywearing workshop with Emilie!
your family's stage. Experience class demos that are avail-    Mondays 		                   11:30 am - 12:30 pm                   Join this fun low impact babywearing
able to you in your community. This a great way to network     Apr 15 - Jun 3 		            $96+HST (6 classes)                   dance class that will keep you moving to     Parent & Baby Beyoncé Workshop
and make friends.                                              (ex Apr 22 & May 20)         $17.70+HST (drop-in)                  great music! Emilie will break down moves    Thursday, May 23         11:45 am - 12:40 pm      $22.00+HST
                                                                                                                                  from various popular street dances such
                                                               Get your back into pre-pregnancy shape with this total body
MiniMovers 9 - 16 mos                                          core strengthening and flexibility class. A fusion of Yoga and
                                                                                                                                  as Hip Hop, Salsa, Reggaeton, Dancehall,     Want to get fierce with your favorite Beyoncé songs and moves? Iconic songs
Fridays				                      11:00 am - Noon                                                                                  Bachata… We recommend that your baby         like Single Ladies, Dangerously in Love, and Run the World, just to name a few.
                                                               Pilates (pelvic floor based Pilates), ball and glider principals
Apr 12 - May 24 (ex Apr 19)      $105.88+HST (6 classes)                                                                          be at least 8 weeks to join this class.      Emilie will break down the moves and give lots of options, so you and your little
                                                               will target and tone your abs, butt, pelvic floor, legs and
                                                                                                                                  Bring your own baby carrier to class, wear   one can strut like Queen Bey! Join this fun Babywearing workshop with Emilie!
This program is designed for babies who are exploring their    arms into fine form, while promoting flexibility, mind-body
                                                                                                                                  comfortable clothing and running shoes.
surroundings, and interested in socializing with one           connection and relaxation. Instructor: Yolanda Tsang,
                                                                                                                                  Drop-ins are welcome throughout the          Parent & Baby Bring Back the 90s Workshop
another. It provides you with a safe place to bring your       Physiotherapist
                                                                                                                                  session.                                     Thursday, Jun 20         11:45 am - 12:40 pm      $22.00+HST
baby while you learn from local experts about a variety
of topics pertaining to THIS stage of parenting. You can       Infant & Toddler Sleep Seminar FREE
connect with other moms who are experiencing the same          Thursday, May 2      1:30 - 2:30 pm                                NEW!                                         Bringing back the great hits from the 90s and early 2000s! What Is Love, Pump
                                                                                                                                                                               Up the Jam, Gonna Make You Sweat, Informer, No Diggity, Bye Bye Bye…
challenges and joys that come with a not-so-tiny baby. Past
                                                               Erin Junker of The Happy Sleep Co. will offer a sleep seminar      Parent & Baby Barre Class with
classes have featured presentations from: Kindermüsik,                                                                                                                         Join this fun Babywearing workshop with Emilie!
                                                               to answer all of your baby & toddler sleep questions. She          Jasmina McConnell
sensory exploration experts and Physiotherapists focusing      will discuss the importance of sleep, how much sleep babies        Wednesdays      Noon - 12:45 pm
on movement and strength.                                      need, how many naps they require at various ages, common
                                                                                                                                                                                                            Family Fun with Emilie Phaneuf
                                                                                                                                  Apr 10 - Jun 26
                                                               baby sleep challenges, and important tips that can get                                                                                       Saturdays Apr 13 - May 18
                                                                                                                                  $198+HST (12 classes)
                                                                                                                                                                                                            Saturdays May 25 - Jun 29
NEW! Mom & Baby Active Camp (up to16 mos)                      parents started on the road to great sleep for their little        $20+HST (drop-in)
                                                               ones. Let’s get some amazing, healthy rest for the whole                                                                                     $110/child (6 classes)
Monday, Jun 17 - Friday, Jun 21 9:30 am - 12:30 pm
                                                               family!                                                                                                                                      $23/child/class (drop-in)
$117.65+HST (5 classes)                                                                                                           Join Jas for a fun and
                                                                                                                                  motivating babywearing Barre
This 5-day camp where moms and their babies meet for 3        Starbucks Baby Club newborn - walking FREE                          class! This class is all about toning                                     Parent & Tot Dance 2 - 4 years
hours to reboot their health, take back their strength and    Fridays 1:30 - 3:00 pm         Apr 12 - Jun 14 (ex Apr 19)                                                                                    Saturdays        11:00 - 11:45 am
                                                                                                                                  up and building strength in all
start the journey towards loving the body they’re in. Each
                                                              Come enjoy a cup of coffee, compliments of STARBUCKS                your major muscle groups. Using
day we will feature a different Mom & Baby fitness expert                                                                                                                                                   Parent & Child Dance 4 - 10 years
                                                              and share common experiences with other new parents.                elements of Yoga, Pilates, and
from the community who will guide us in a demo of their                                                                                                                                                     Saturdays        11:45 - 12:30 pm
                                                                                                                                  ballet conditioning. We recom-
local program. We begin the camp with a daily check-in, fol-
                                                              Mothercraft - Infant Massage FREE                                   mend that your baby be at least
lowed by the demo from the fitness expert. We then head                                                                                                                                                     Classes are designed to inspire movement
                                                              Tuesdays 1:30 - 2:30 pm		        Apr 16 - Apr 30                    8 weeks to join this class. Bring
outdoors for a 45 minute walk and back inside for lunch                                                                                                                                                     through observation, dance and creative
                                                              Tuesdays 1:30 - 2:30  pm		       May 14 - May 28                    your own baby carrier to class,
and some journalling. This camp is all about promoting                                                                                                                                                      expression. Parent participation is
                                                                                                                                  wear comfortable clothing and
body positivity, confidence and feelings of empowerment,      This 3-week class will allow parents to learn how to                                                                                          required; you’ll want to learn the fun
                                                                                                                                  running shoes.
while introducing new moms to the amazing local programs      massage their baby which will help improve sleep. Come                                                                                        moves and it’s a great workout!
                                                                                                                                  Drop-ins are welcome
that are available to them.                                   bond with baby. Each class will end with a circle time.                                                                                       Drop-ins are welcome throughout the session.
                                                                                                                                  throughout the session.
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Spring & Summer Programs 2019 - Something super for everyone! - GNAG
Early Learning (Parent & Me)                                                           Get Messy With Me! 1 - 4 years
                                                                                       1.5 - 2.5 yrs            9:30 - 10:15 am
Music & Movement walking - 3 years                                                     2.5 - 4 yrs              10:30 -11:15 am
Monday 9:45 - 10:30 am               Apr 15 - June 10       $75 (7 classes)
				                                 (ex Apr 22 & May 20)   or $12 (drop-in)           Thursdays                Apr 11 - May 30
                                                                                             		                 $88 (8 classes)
Tuesdays 11:00 - 11:45 am          Jul 9 - Aug 13            $65 (6 classes)
						                                               Sorry, no summer drop-ins
Join us for a lively blend of singing, story-telling, bouncing games, rhythm,
                                                                                       Finger painting, glueing, colouring,
                                                                                       water colours, splatter paint, collages,     I can do it myself!
dancing and hands-on experience with musical instruments. Sing along to                and stamps. Create memorable art for
some old favourites and learn new ones to share with your child at home.               your child's wall. Bring your parent and
Adult participation is required. Summer classes will take place at Capital Park.
Instructor: Maya Ethier
                                                                                       your smock and get messy with me!
                                                                                       Instructor: Ali O'Connor
                                                                                                                                    Preschool
Music Together® 9 mos. - 5 years                                                       Indoor Playground 1 - 5 years
                                                                                                                                    Drop-off
Wednesdays       1:30 - 2:15 pm		           First child: $171 (9 classes)		            Mondays - Fridays     9:15 - 11:00 am        Fun Food Frenzy                             Sports & Games                             I Heart My Art 2.5 - 4 years
Apr 10 - Jun 12 (ex May 8)		                Sibling: $128 (9 classes)                  Apr 15 - Jun 21      $115 (20 tickets)
                                                                                       (ex Apr 19, 22 & May 20) $6 (drop-in)
                                                                                                                                    2.5 - 4 years                               2.5 - 4 years                              Friday                1:00 - 3:00 pm
                                                                                                                                    Mondays              1:00 - 3:00 pm         Wednesdays            1:00 - 3:00 pm       Apr 26 - Jun 14       $136 (8 classes)
Wednesdays     1:30 - 2:15 pm		             First child: $128 (6 classes)
                                                                                       Parents, caregivers and preschoolers         Apr 15 - Jun 10      $137 (7 classes)       Apr 17 - Jun 12       $151 (9 classes)
Jul 10 - Aug 14				                         Sibling: $85 (6 classes)                                                                                                                                                       Do you love experimenting with paint,
                                                                                       are invited to play indoors under the        (ex Apr 22 & May 20)
Music Together®: Bringing Harmony Home® is an internationally recognized               beautiful GCC dome! Adults are                                                           Two hours of sports and low and high       scissors, glue and more? Each week
                                                                                       responsible for supervising their own        Learn all about the art and science of      energetic games to entertain your          we will be using different themes to
music and movement program for children birth-5 yrs and their parents and
                                                                                       children and for set-up and take-down        cooking with Chef Lauren Fowler. You        preschooler. The emphasis is on fun,       create wall-worthy masterpieces. Come
caregivers. Mixed-age classes provide developmentally appropriate, rich music
                                                                                       of all toys and equipment. Occassion-        are never too young to start cooking.       learning skills and safe play.             join this amazing class full of artistic
experiences that support and respect the unique learning styles of young
                                                                                       ally, children will enjoy extra activities   We guarantee that each class will be        Instructor: Chris Delaney                  delights! Instructor: Chris Delaney
children. Come sing, play, laugh, dance, learn, and have fun with us! Fee for the
                                                                                       like crafts, circle time, stories and        fun and delicious!
first child includes: a CD and digital downloads, online access to the Family Music
Zone, a beautifully illustrated songbook, and a parent resource guide for new          music! Newborn siblings are welcome!                                                     Three & Then Some                          Preschool Ballet 3 - 5 years
families. Discounted sibling rate available. Siblings 9 months and under as of the     When preparing your snack for your           Young Scientists                                                                       Saturdays              9:00 - 9:45 am
                                                                                                                                                                                2.5 - 4 years
date of the first class attend for free.                                               children, please remember, no nuts           2.5 - 4 years                               Thursdays             9:30 - 11:30 am      Apr 13 - Jun 8         $81 (9 classes)
                                                                                       please.                                      Tuesday                9:30 - 11:30 pm      Apr 18 - Jun 13       $151 (9 classes)
                                                                                                                                    Apr 16 - Jun 11        $151 (9 classes)                                                Wednesday              3:15 - 4:00 pm
                           A perfect introduction for children and parents to Sports! We focus on exploration and skill                                                                                                    Apr 17 - Jun 12        $81 (9 classes)
                                                                                                                                    A wonderful world of scientific             Come and play with GNAG! This
                           development in seven different sports: soccer, hockey, basketball, baseball, volleyball, tennis and
                                                                                                                                    exploration! Get messy making slime,        program is perfect for kids who are        Watch your tiny dancer become a
                           golf. Skills are presented through creative games, songs, rhymes, stories, bubble time and more!
                                                                                                                                    creating foam explosions, and being         ready to be on their own for the very      ballerina as they learn basic ballet po-
Parents will learn how to correctly assist their children in learning the introductory skills, helping them to focus on success
                                                                                                                                    dazzled by milk fireworks and more!         first time! Stories, crafts, adventure     sitions set to classical music. Creativity
while building confidence in a non-competitive environment.
                                                                                                                                    Instructor: Jason Irvine                    games and then some is what being          and imagination is encouraged in their
class                age                day & time     time                dates              price                Location                                                     three is all about!                        movement as we work on coordination,
Jr. Sportball        16 mos - 2 yrs     Fridays        9:30 - 10:15 am     Apr 26 - Jun 14 $155 (8 classes)        GCC              NEW! Tumbling Tots                          Instructor: Chris Delaney                  balance and group work.
Parent &             2 - 3.5 yrs        Fridays        10:15 - 11:00 am    Apr 26 - Jun 14 $155 (8 classes)        GCC
                                                                                                                                    2.5 - 4 years
                                                                                                                                    Mondays 3:15 - 4:00 pm            Apr 15 - Jun 10 (ex Apr 22 & May 20)          $63 (7 classes)
Tot Sportball                           Saturdays      4:15 - 5:00 pm      Apr 27 - Jun 15
Multisport           2.5 - 5 yrs        Saturdays      3:15 - 4:15 pm      Apr 27 - Jun 15 $155 (8 classes)        GCC              This highly active class will teach the basics of gymnastics, balance, stretching and tumbling. Instructor: Samantha Therrien
(drop-off program)

Outdoor Soccer       2 - 3.5 yrs        Wednesdays     4:30 - 5:15 pm      Jul 3 - Aug 21     $180 (8 classes)     Sylvia Holden
                                                                                                                   Park
                                                                                                                                     PRESCHOOL LUNCH CLUB                             Mon - Fri 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
                     3 - 4 yrs          Wednesdays     4:15 - 5:15 pm                         includes
                     3 - 5 yrs          Wednesdays     5:15 - 6:15 pm                         ball & jersey
                                                                                                                                      day               session                          cost     add lunch/session
                     5 - 8 yrs          Wednesdays     7:15 - 8:15 pm
                                                                                                                                      Mondays           Apr 15 - Jun 10                  $80      $49 (7 lunches)
Outdoor Soccer       3 - 5 yrs          Wednesdays     6:15 - 7:15 pm      Jul 3 - Aug 21     $180 (8 classes)       Sylvia                             (ex Apr 22 & May 20)
& T-ball                                                                                      includes ball & jersey Holden Park
                                                                                                                                      Tuesdays          Apr 16 - Jun 11                  $99      $63 (9 lunches)
Preschool            2.5 - 4.5 yrs      Mondays        6:00 - 7:00 pm      Jul 8 - Aug 19     $131 (6 classes)     Sylvia
T-ball                                                                     (ex Aug 5)         includes jersey      Holden Park        Wednesdays        Apr 17 - Jun 12                  $99      $63 (9 lunches)
Parent & Tot         1.5 - 2.5 yrs      Mondays        5:15 - 6:00 pm      Jul 8 - Aug 19     $116 (6 classes)     Sylvia             Thursdays         Apr 18 - Jun 13                  $99      $63 (9 lunches)
Multisport                                                                 (ex Aug 5)                              Holden Park
                                                                                                                                      Fridays           Apr 26 - Jun 14                  $90      $56 (8 lunches)
Jr. Sport            16 - 30 mons       Mondays        9:30 - 10:30 am     Jul 8 - Aug 19     $116 (6 classes)     Glebe
& Splash                                                                   (ex Aug 5)                              Memorial Park     Pack your lunch and head over to the Glebe C C or better yet, let us prepare lunch for your child. For your convenience,
                                                                                                                                     GNAG offers delicious lunches, served at minimal cost (lunch food is not recommended for children with food allergies or
Parent & Child       2.5 - 5 yrs        Mondays        10:30 - 11:30 am    Jul 8 - Aug 19     $116 (6 classes)     Glebe
                                                                                                                   Memorial Park     intolerances). Preschool lunch club is ideal paired with a preschool class or activity. Optional drop-in $20 if space allows.
Sport & Splash                                                             (ex Aug 5)
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Spring & Summer Programs 2019 - Something super for everyone! - GNAG
March Break Camps 2019                                                                                                             Programs for children in JK+
March 11 - 15    9:00 am - 4:00 pm
                                                                                                                                   Crafty Creations JK - Gr. 2                Kinder Construction JK - Gr. 1               Kinder Dance Combo JK - Gr. 1
Fantastic week-long day camps for all ages & interests                                                                             Mondays           4:00 – 5:30 pm           Tuesdays                4:00 - 5:30 pm       Tuesday         4:15 - 5:15 pm
                                                                                                                                   Apr 15 - Jun 10 $152 (7 classes)           Apr 16 - Jun 11         $152 (9 classes)     Apr 16 - Jun 11 $91 (9 classes)
Tykes: Put Me In A Book JK - SK                                    Travellers: Ultimate Survivor Gr. 5 - 7                         (ex Apr 22 & May 20)
                                                                                                                                                                              Come build with Paul O’Donnell. From         Come learn a variety of dance
9:00 am - 4:00 pm       $220                                       9:00 am - 4:00 pm        $220                                   With a new theme each week we will         LEGO to wooden blocks to hammer              genres. From ballet to jazz and hip
                                                                                                                                   paint, cut, colour and glue to create      and nails, this Kinder program is for        hop to Broadway, you will love this
Bring a book to life each day as we head out on a new              Gear up for the ultimate reality show camp which will test      one-of-a-kind masterpieces. Discover       your little construction worker. Chil-       fun and dynamic class.
adventure. Explore the world of Robert Munsch, have some           your brains and brawn through an amazing assortment of          innovative ways to express yourself        dren will bring home cool projects           Instructor: Natalie Woulfe
rhyme time with Dr. Seuss and create like Eric Carle.              insane and fun challenges. Tie up your laces for an Amaz-       while making art.                          that they can use / play with at home.
                                                                   ing Race, outwit your competitors in a series of Survivor       Instructor: Tannis Hodder                  Location: St. Giles Church
                                                                   challenges, and show off your culinary skills in a tasty Iron                                                                                           Kids in the Kitchen JK - Gr. 1
Trekkers: Explorers WANTED! SK - Gr. 2                             Chef Cook-off! To top it off, we will also be jumping at the                                                                                            Wednesdays      4:00 – 5:30 pm
9:00 am - 4:00 pm        $220                                      trampoline park and laser-tagging at Laser Quest!               Kinder Ballet JK - Gr. 1                                                                Apr 17 - Jun 12 $199 (9 classes)
                                                                                                                                   Wednesdays         4:15 - 5:15 pm Apr 17 - Jun 12		           $91 (9 classes)
Get ready to set off on some wild adventures with us                                                                                                                                                                       Learn how to make the most scrump-
                                                                                                                                   Watch your young dancer become a ballerina as they learn basic ballet                   tious dishes! A focus on baking makes
this week! Enjoy cooking, crafting and games and help us
                                                                                                                                   positions set to classical music. Creativity and imagination is encouraged in           this the perfect introductory cooking
explore the Community Centre in an all around the centre
                                                                                                                                   their movement as we work on coordination, balance and group work.                      class for your little one.
game. Check out the dinosaurs at the Museum of Nature
and jump into another world at the movies!                                                                                                                                                                                 Instructor: Katie Gillis
                                                                                                                                                                                                                           Location: St Matthew’s Church

Trippers: Heroes’ Unlimited Gr. 3 - 4
9:00 am - 4:00 pm        $220                                                                                                      Taking a GNAG course afterschool?
                                                                                                                                   If your child attends First Ave Public School, Mutchmor Public School, Corpus Christi School or Glebe Montessori,
Welcome to the world of superheroes. Learn to defeat                                                                               and you require pick-up, we are glad to make it more convenient for you for selected after school courses. Choose the
villains and go on epic adventures. Bounce your way                                                                                walkover that matches the day of your activity. Once you are registered, contact the school and let them know that
into battle at a trampoline park and then make your way                                                                            GNAG has authorization to pick up your child afterschool on the day of the program he/she is attending.
through the mazes at Laser Quest.
                                                                                                                                   Cost per course: $25 (refunds will not be issued for this service). If your child will be absent from class, you must notify
                                                                                                                                   GNAG by 2:00 pm of that day or it will cause a long delay for all the other children while we search for your child.
Pre-Camp & Post-Camp Care
There is no need to rush.                                                                                                          Q4 discount: Children who are registered full time in Q4 or Kinder Q4 can have a 25% discount on the afterschool
Extend your day with pre- and post-care!                                                                                           courses in the chart below. Please contact GNAG BEFORE you register to receive your Q4 discount.

                                                                                                                                   Afterschool Courses (with supervised walkover)
* Pre-Care 8:00 - 9:00 am       $20/week
* Post-Care 4:00 - 6:00 pm      $45/week or $12/day
* Breakfast Club and Q4 members exempt.                                                                                             Monday               Crafty         Floor            Acro          Cartoon       Chrome-                  Tutoring
                                                                                                                                    Apr 15 - Jun 10      Creations      Hockey           Dance         Gr. 4+        works                    Gr. 1 - 6
                                                                                                                                    ex Apr 22            JK - Gr. 2     Gr. 1 - 3        Gr. 1 - 3     pg.10         Gr. 5 - 6                pg. 17
March Break Specialty Camps                                                                                                         & May 20
                                                                                                                                    Tuesday
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                                                                                                                                                         Kinder
                                                                                                                                                                        pg. 12
                                                                                                                                                                        Kinder
                                                                                                                                                                                         pg. 13
                                                                                                                                                                                         Kitchen       Chess
                                                                                                                                                                                                                     pg. 11
                                                                                                                                                                                                                     Pokémon      Pottery     Tutoring
Extreme Girls            Gr. 6 - 9        $315                    Art / Pottery            Gr. 1 - 3         $315                   Apr 16 - Jun 11      Construction   Dance            Takeover      Gr. 1 - 6     Gr. 2 - 4    Gr..4 - 6   Gr. 1 - 6
We're going to push the lmits and try new and exciting            Do you want to explore your creativity with different kinds                            JK - Gr. 1     JK - Gr. 1       Gr. 1 - 3     Pg. 11        pg. 11       pg. 10      pg. 17
things each day. GNAG's Extreme Team promises a stellar           of art this winter? In Art/Pottery camp, you get the                                   pg. 9          pg. 9            pg. 10                                   & 24
week of skiing, survivor challenges, sports, amazing race and     opportunity to paint, draw AND sculpt! Artists will spend
more. Boost your confidence and earn some bragging rights         time making pottery by hand and by wheel, and creating            Wednesday            Kids in the    Kinder           Pottery       Culinary      Stamp        Ukulele     Tutoring
in this pressure-free, supportive and super fun camp!             fabulous works of art in time for the weekly showcase at          Apr 17 - Jun 12      Kitchen        Ballet           Gr. 1 - 3     Classics      Collecting   Gr. 5+      Gr. 1 - 6
                                                                  3:45 on Fridays. Join GNAG’s experienced pottery                                       JK - Gr. 1     JK - Gr. 1       pg. 10        Gr. 4 - 6     Gr. 4 - 6    pg. 10      pg. 17
                                                                                                                                                         pg. 9          pg .9            & 24          pg. 10        pg. 11
Food Exploration Gr. 3 - 5                  $325                  instructors for the best mixed-media art camp in the city!
This Camp will teach you the skills you need to spice up your                                                                       Thursday             Afterschool    Fencing          Lego          Touch                                  Tutoring
cuisine! Experience international dishes that will delight your   Improv & Drama            Gr. 4 - 8         $315                  Apr 18 - Jun 13      Art            Gr. 2 - 6        Architects    Football                               Gr. 1 - 6
taste buds. Acquire skills in the preparation of main cours-      Take a step into the world of acting! Theatre and improv                               Gr. 1 - 4      pg. 12           Gr. 2 - 5     Gr. 4- 7                               pg. 17
es, appetizers, and desserts. Each day you will prepare and       teaches children expression, creativity and teamwork while                             pg. 10                          pg. 11        pg. 12
enjoy your own creations. Young chefs will have an opportu-       building self-confidence in a fun and structured format.          Friday               Tap Dance      Intramural       Chrome-
nity to learn tips from some of Ottawa’s top chefs. Indulge in    Students will learn about improvisation, character building,      Apr 12 - Jun 14      SK - Gr. 2     Sports           works
the fine art of cooking.                                          scene study, storytelling, script writing, performance, and       ex Apr 19            pg. 13         Gr. 1 - 3        Gr. 3 - 4
Instructors: Jordyn and Tannis Hodder.                            much more. Often challenging, always fun.                                                             pg. 12           pg. 11
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Spring & Summer Programs 2019 - Something super for everyone! - GNAG
Creative                                                                                                                            Fantasy, Imagination & Hobbies
Kids                                                                                                                               Pokémon Trading Card Club
                                                                                                                                   Gr. 2 - 4
                                                                                                                                                                              Magic Card Club Gr. 2 - 5
                                                                                                                                                                              Tuesdays              6:00 - 7:30 pm
                                                                                                                                                                                                                          LEGO® Architects Gr. 2 - 5
                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Thursdays           4:00 - 5:30 pm
                                                                                                                                   Tuesdays             4:00 - 5:30 pm        Apr 16 - Jun 11       $131 (9 classes)      Apr 18 - Jun 13     $127 (9 classes)
                                                                                                                                   Apr 16 - Jun 11      $131 (9 classes)
                                                                                                                                                                              Calling all summoners! Magic: The           Get ready to create with LEGO®.
                                                                                                                                   Get ready to fight it out in organized     Gathering has come to the Glebe             Want to build your house in LEGO® or
                                                                          Family Workshops Page 23                                 Pokémon card battles. Learn the basics     Community Centre! Meet once a week          remake a corner on Bank St? Explore
                                                                                                                                   of how to play the game and build your     to play the classic trading card game       the architecture of buildings by using
                                                                                                                                                                              with other fans and collectors! All skill   LEGO®. Throw out your instruction
 Pottery for Children & Youth                                    After-school Art! Gr. 1 - 4
                                                                 Thursdays 		               4:00 - 5:30 pm
                                                                                                                                   own decks to be the best. Players will
                                                                                                                                   use their Pokémon cards, with individ-     levels are welcome, with gameplay and       manual and get inspired by designing
 Gr. 1 - 3             Wednesdays           4:00 - 5:30 pm
                                                                 Apr 18 - Jun 13            $194 (9 classes)                       ual strengths and weaknesses, in an        strategy lessons for novice players, and    and creating buildings, skyscrapers,
 		                    Apr 17 - Jun 12      $180 (9 classes)                                                                       attempt to defeat their opponent by        tournaments for experienced collec-         bridges, and landmarks. Open to
                                                                                                                                   “knocking out” their Pokémon cards.        tors. Admission includes a starter deck,    builders at all levels who want to
                                                                 Artists will experiment with many tools and techniques for
 Gr. 4 - 6             Tuesdays            4:00 - 5:30 pm        creating two- and three-dimensional projects using acrylic,       Participants will be provided with a       gameplay instruction, and guidance in       imagine their perfect city through
 		                    Apr 16 - Jun 11     $180 (9 classes)                                                                        Pokémon starter deck and access to         strategy and deck building. Join us and     LEGO®. Instructor: Zack Ward
                                                                 watercolour, art pencils, pastels, chalk and found objects.
                                                                                                                                   hundreds of cards. Learn, play, and        see if you can master the creatures and     Location: Glebe-St. James Church
                                                                 Pattern, texture and colour also become more familiar as
 12 - 16 years        Thursdays		          4:00 - 5:30 pm        you may work with fabric, paper and other materials to            build your very own Pokémon deck.          spells of Magic: The Gathering!
 		                   Apr 18 - Jun 13      $198 (9 classes)      create unusual and imaginative art pieces. Show off your          Instructor: Sam Lyon
                                                                 talent at our end of session art show.                            Location: Glebe-St. James Church                                                       NEW!
 Family Pottery 6 years + and parents                            Instructor: Rebecca Stober                                                                                   NEW!                                        Chromeworks Learning Lab
 Sundays              2:00 - 4:00 pm                                                                                                                                          Stamp Collecting Gr. 4 - 6
 Apr 7 - Jun 16       Adult $220+HST (10 classes)
                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Gr. 3 - 4
                                                                 Cartooning & Comic Books Grade 4+                                 Chess Gr. 1 - 6                            Wednesdays            4:00 - 5:30 pm        Fridays    4:00 - 5:30 pm
 (ex Apr 21)          Child $120 (10 classes)                                                                                      Tuesdays             4:00 - 5:30 pm        Apr 17 - Jun 12       $72 (9 classes)
                                                                 Mondays 		                4:00 - 5:30 pm                                                                                                                 Apr 12 - Jun 14      $180 (9 classes)
                                                                                                                                   Apr 16 - Jun 11      $136 (9 classes)                                                  (ex Apr 19)
 Course descriptions page 24                                     Apr 15 - Jun 10           $171 (7 classes)
                                                                                                                                                                              Why Stamp Collecting? Miniature
                                                                 (ex Apr 22 & May 20)
                                                                                                                                   Studies have shown that teaching           works of art, stamps are educational        Gr. 5 - 6 Mondays 4:00 - 5:30 pm
Kitchen Takeover Gr. 1 - 3
                                                                                                                                   chess to children has many positive        and provide some of the nicest and          Apr 15 - Jun 10     $140 (7 classes)
Tuesdays           4:30 - 6:00 pm                                Imagine your own story and characters set in a reality of
                                                                                                                                   benefits, including enhanced concen-       most practical ways of learning about       (ex Apr 22 & May 20)
Apr 16 - Jun 11    $205 (9 classes)                              your own choosing. This is a unique and fun-filled tutorial
                                                                                                                                   tration, increased mathematical ability,   geography and history, politics and         Location: St. Matthew’s Church)
                                                                 on designing comic books. We will touch on all the steps
Step into GNAG’s kitchen and make some yummy food of                                                                               and higher self-esteem. Each class con-    religion, and everyday ways of life
                                                                 required from concepts to colour. If you like superheroes,
your own! Each week you will learn new recipes, cooking                                                                            sists of 45 minutes of instruction and     in different parts of the world. And        Code your own video games and
                                                                 animals, or just doodling a story, this is the class for you!
techniques, and taste your own delectable concoctions.                                                                             30 minutes of play. Parents should be      they’re fun to collect. Members of the      animations, make memes and viral
                                                                 Students will actually get to pick one page from their draft
This hands-on approach to cooking and creativity will build                                                                        cautioned that their own self-esteem       Ottawa Philatelic Society, Canada’s         videos, record your own music and
                                                                 comic and re-create it in stunning colour, fully inked and
confidence and skill in the kitchen that will no doubt dazzle                                                                      may suffer after their child is proudly    oldest stamp club, will tell you            podcasts. The digital sky’s the limit in
                                                                 realized! Instructor: Will Jessup
your family and friends! (There may be leftovers after class                                                                       able to defeat them at chess upon          everything about stamps—where to            this open-ended course, which will
if we run out of time for eating, so be sure to pack a                                                                             completion of this course! Each child      get them and how to organize them,
                                                                 Ukulele Gr. 5 +                                                                                                                                          teach children to unlock the powerful
take-away container). Participants should wear closed-toe                                                                          must bring their own chess board and       where they come from, how old they          creative potential of computer tech-
                                                                 Wednesdays               4:00 - 5:00 pm
shoes and arrive with their hair neatly tied back.                                                                                 pieces. Chess sets can be                  are, how to identify them, how to           nology by working on self-directed
                                                                 Apr 17 - Jun 12          $159 (9 classes)
Instructor: Jordyn Hodder                                                                                                          purchased for $20 through the              check watermarks and how to value           projects in a supported, team-learning
                                                                 Why play the ukulele? It’s inenexpensive, it’s portable, it has   instructor. Instructor: Paul Beckwith      rare stamps. You’ll get tongs, a            environment. Organized by maverick
                                                                 a mellow sound, its an ensemble instrument, it’s an ideal         Location: Glebe-St. James Church           magnifying glass, stamp hinges and          elementary school teacher Andrew
Culinary Classics Gr. 4 - 6
                                                                 tool for ear training, it’s a great way to learn harmony and                                                 lots of stamps, and you’ll get started      Tomec, the Chromeworks Learning
Wednesdays        4:30 - 6:00 pm
                                                                 theory, it can play music from all over the world , you can                                                  on your own collection.                     Lab will harness the power of “deep
Apr 17 - Jun 12   $205 (9 classes)
                                                                 sing and play at the same time and of course... it’s fun!                                                                                                learning”, a powerful new educational
Have you noticed you have a flare for cooking? Well why                                                                                                                                                                   philosophy that emphasizes student
not put that passion to play in a weekly program designed         This program will use a performance-based ukulele method                                                                                                autonomy over structured curricu-
to train the future culinary elite! You don’t have to be an       developed by J. Chalmers Doane and James Hill, through                                                                                                  lum, allowing kids maximum creative
expert yet, but this course is sure to bring out the talent you which students explore elements of music including melody,                                                                                                freedom to pursue their passions and
have for cooking. We will be focusing on cooking methods,         harmony, rhythm, form, tempo, dynamics, and tone. We will                                                                                               reignite their love of learning.
mise-en-place, flavour-building, and plating. You’ll also get     be developing skills include singing, picking, strumming, ear                                                                                           Participants will each be working on
to try out your own recipes, and perhaps even compete in          training, sight-reading, improvising, music theory, harmoniz-                                                                                           their own Chromebook computer,
the occasional cook-off with the rest of the group. Be sure       ing, arranging, and more. Each student needs a ukulele and                                                                                              with access to cloud-based coding and
to bring a take-away container in case we run out of time         asigned music book. Details availavle online.                                                                                                           multimedia tools which they’ll be able
for eating! Participants should wear closed-toe shoes and         Instructor: Andrew Davidson                                                                                                                             to continue using at home and school
arrive with hair neatly tied back. Instructor: Jordyn Hodder                                                                                                                                                              for years to come.
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KIDS
                                                                                                                                   Acro Dance Gr. 1 - 3                       Family Taekwon-Do (TKD)
                                                                                                                                   Mondays            4:15 - 5:15 pm          7 years - adult
                                                                                                                                   Apr 15 - Jun 10    $73 (7 classes)         Tuesdays & Thursdays
                                                                                                                                   (ex Apr 22 & May 20)
Floor Hockey Gr. 1 - 3                      Fencing for Beginners Gr. 2 - 6              Intramural Sports Gr. 1 - 3                                                          Apr 16 - Jun 13 $163 (18 classes)
Mondays          4:15 - 5:15 pm             Thursdays           4:15 - 5:15 pm           Fridays         4:15 - 5:15 pm                                                       Beginner 7 years + 6:00 - 7:00 pm
                                                                                                                                   Students will be introduced to a more
Apr 15 - Jun 10 $99 (7 classes)             Apr 18 - Jun 13     $179 (9 classes)         Apr 12 - Jun 14 $106 (9 classses)                                                    Int. / Adv. 10 years + 7:00 - 8:00 pm
                                                                                                                                   freestyle form of jazz. Dancers will
(ex Apr 22 & May 20)                                                                     (ex Apr 19)
                                            Join coaches of the Ottawa Fencing                                                     learn jumps, kicks, linking steps, and     TKD is a Korean martial art developed by General Choi.
Come & play this popular sport for girls    Club for this exciting program. This         YouthFIT Intramural Sports offers a       turns while improving their musicality,    Classes consist of warm-ups, sparring, patterns,
& boys, while learning the skills and       class introduces basic fencing foot-         variety of team sports like basketball,   rhythm balance and grace.                  self-defence and meditation. TKD offers numerous
drills of floor hockey. Each week, 15       work, various attack and defense             dodgeball, flag football, volleyball                                                 opportunities to attend seminars, workshops and
minutes of free-time and some simple        techniques, and helps fencers develop        and more just for kids! This one-hour     Tap Dance SK - Gr. 2                       tournaments, according to individual preferences.
drills will be followed by a 45-minute      the necessary skills needed to obtain        program is an entertaining and fun        Fridays		            4:00 - 5:00 pm        Instruction is provided by Mr. Chris Harnett, 3rd Degree
game. Location: Corpus Christi              their Yellow Armband. No fencing             experience that will allow participants   Apr 12 - Jun 14      $82 (9 classes)       Black Belt of the International Taekwon-Do Federation (ITF).
                                            experience is required. Full equipment       to socialize and maintain a healthy       (ex Apr 19)                                Location: Mutchmor Gym
                                            is supplied if required.                     lifestyle during the academic year.
                                            odfc.ottawafencing.ca                        Location: Mutchmor Gym                    Don’t miss a beat, keep time with the      Summer TKD: Tuesdays & Thursdays 6:00 - 7:00 pm $183. (18 classes)
Touch Football Gr. 4 - 7                                                                                                           music by learning rhythmic tap foot-
Thursdays        4:30 - 6:00 pm		           May 9 - Jun 13             $85 (6 classes)                                             work. Move your feet and make some
                                                                                                                                   noise in this introductory class where                                              I     WATER POLO (ILWP)
Come join us on Thursday evenings and try your hand at touch football! Our coaches will create the perfect environment to          we will focus on basic tap dancing
learn and master skills such as catching, passing and route running. This is the place where beginners are welcomed and will
                                                                                                                                                                                                                       9 - 13 years
                                                                                                                                   steps and fun movement.                                                             Saturdays        5:30 - 7:00pm
receive an excellent introduction to the sport, and where more advanced players will have the coaching support they need            Instructor: Maya Weinberg
to take their skills to the next level. Each weekly session will include development and scrimmages. All skill levels welcomed.                                                                                        Apr 13 - Jun 22 $180 (9 classes)
Thursday is football night, so come out for a night of speed, skill and fun! Location: Mutchmor field                              Splash Water Polo 6 - 9 years                                                       (ex May 18 & Jun 8)
                                                                                                                                   6 - 7 years 		          5:30 - 6:15 pm
                                                                                                                                   8 - 9 years 		          6:15 - 7:00 pm                                              The ILWP program is designed for boys
                                                                                                                                   Saturdays Apr 13 - Jun 22 (ex May 18 & Jun 8)       $130 (9 classes)                and girls aged 9 -13 years old. Athletes

            GNAG
                                                                                                                                                                                                                       learn the basics of the sport and play
                                                                                                                                   Splash Polo™. This new water sport is designed for children aged 6 - 9 years old    supervised non-contact scrimmages
                                                                                                                                   who love the water, love to have fun, love to be active, and love to throw a ball   against each other. Advanced athletes
                                                                                                                                   around—all while having fun in a team sport environment. Splash Polo™ is similar    will then focus on advanced individual

            Spring
                                                                                                                                   to the game play of water polo. It promotes water safety, healthy living, coed-     skills, passing abilities, game sense,
                                                                                                                                   team sport play, and the development of swimming skills, strength, endurance,       basic team strategies and participation
                                                                                                                                                                                                                       in intra-club house league games. Ath-
                                                                                                                                   and flexibility. A perfect introduction. Location: Brewer Pool (100 Brewer Way)
                                                                                                                                                                                                                       letes must be under 14 years of age to

            Soccer
                                                                                                                                                                                                                       participate at this level. There are also
                                                                                                                                   Nerf Warz Grade 3 - 6                                                               opportunities for local tournaments for
                                                                                                                                   Mondays 6:00 - 7:30 pm Apr 15 - Jun 10                    $97 (7 classes)           this age group if interested. To join this
                                                                                                                                   				                   (ex Apr 22 & May 20)                                         program, children should have basic
                                                                                                                                   You know it! You love it! Now let’s bring the heat to the GCC! You supply your      swimming skills and be comfortable
 GNAG soccer is a fun league for girls and boys together! All coaching & refereeing is done by GNAG                                own artillery; we will supply the ammo. Each week will consist of training mod-     in deep water. Location: Brewer Pool
 parent and students. Please volunteer at registration to help your child's team. No experience                                    ules and combat missions. Protective eye wear is required.                          (100 Brewer Way)
 required. Come to one of our fun and informative coaching clinics at the Glebe CC.                                                Instructor: Aidan Westdal and Carter Conboy
 All volunteers will be contacted for clinic dates and times.
 Age                       Day & time              Date                    Price                     Field                              GNAG Before & Afterschool Care                                    FEES for 2019 - 2020
 Mini Soccer 3 years +     Saturdays               May 18 - Jun 29         $52.00 (7 weeks)          Glebe Memorial Park                                                                                  Breakfast Club: BC
 Born by May 2016          3:30 - 4:30 pm                                                            (Glendale Park)                       Breakfast Club (BC): JK - Grade 6                              Annual Fee: $50 (non-refundable)
 4 - 5 years               Thursdays               May 16 - Jun 27         $56.00 (7 weeks)          Glebe Memorial Park                Kinder Quest-4-Fun (Kinder Q4): JK - SK                           Sept 2019 - Jun 2020: $195 per month
 Born by May 2015          6:30 - 7:45 pm                                                            (Glendale Park)
                                                                                                                                            Quest-4-Fun (Q4): Grade 1 - 6
 6 - 7 years               Tuesdays                May 21 - Jun 25         $54.00 (6 weeks)          Chamberlain Field                                                                                    Quest-4-Fun: Q4
 Born by May 2013          6:30 - 8:00 pm                                                                                            * creative & exciting activities with fun & loving staff             Annual Fee: $275 (non-refundable)
 8 - 12 years              Wednesdays              May 15 - Jun 26         $63.00 (7 weeks)          Chamberlain Field               * supervised walkover to or from school                              Sept 2019 - Jun 2020: $225 per month
 Born by May 2011          6:30 - 8:00 pm                                                                                            * nutritious homemade snacks
                                                                                                                                                                                                          Public Lottery: Jun 3 - 9, 2019 online only
                             Please note that GNAG Soccer is NOT A DROP-OFF PROGRAM.
            Parents are responsible for supervising their children. Our volunteer soccer coaches are not screened.
                                                                                                                                     Go to GNAG.ca under Child Care for full details.                     Current enrollees can confirm 2019 - 2020
                      Please stick around to cheer on your child's team and help out if the need arises.                             Questions? Contact Ali@gnag.ca.                                      participation between May 6 - 24
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GNAG Youth Theatre presents

Youth Rec Water Polo League 14 - 19 years                                  Open Gym for Youth Gr. 5 - 8
Thursdays 		              8:30 - 10:00 pm                                  Wednesdays		              6:00 - 7:30 pm
Apr 11 - Jun 20           $190.27+HST (11 classes)                         Apr 17 - Jun 12		         FREE DROP-IN!

Our Youth Recreational program is for athletes who are not                 Join us for the best sports night you could ask for! This
looking for competitive water polo, but want to learn, train,              drop-in sports night for youth will offer opportunities to
meet new people and have fun playing water polo. This                      play sports like basketball, dodgeball, volleyball, ultimate
program is perfect for athletes who are completely new to the              and more. An hour and a half of no cost and all fun,
sport. At the recreational level, teach water polo basics 		               giving you the chance to get competitive and make
		               and game play at the same time.                           friends while you do it. Location: Mutchmor Gym
					                                      Location: Brewer Pool

NEW!
Run for It! Gr. 7 - 10
                                                                                                                                          Aladdin Jr. Gr. 5 - 9
                                                                                                                                          Tuesdays 6:30 - 8:30pm
Thursdays        4:00 - 5:00 pm May 9 - Jun 13 FREE                        Boxing for Teens Gr. 7 - 12                                    Apr 16 - Jun 18    $275 (10 classes)
                                                                           Fridays				                        5:00 - 6:00 pm
This free 6-week program is designed for girls who are                                                                                    NOTE: All Participants must also be available for the followihng 3 weekend dates.
                                                                           Apr 12 - Jun 21 (ex Apr 19)        $120 (10 classes)
interested in learning about the important relationship                                                                                   Sunday, May 26 10:00 am - 4:00 pm - Rehearsal
between physical activity and mental health. Participants will             Learn the basics of boxing. Classes will consist of learning   Sunday, Jun 16 10:00 am - 4:00 pm - Dress Rehearsal
be introduced to a mental health topic and a run training topic            how to properly wrap hands, stance, movement, different        Sunday, Jun 23 9:00 am - 4:00 pm - Performance Day
each week and will train as a group to learn valuable running              punches and combinations. In addition, this class will
skills. They will be gearing up to run in the 5km SHOPPERS                 focus on learning various techniques involving defensive       Join GNAG’s Youth Theatre in Disney’s Aladdin JR., based on the 1992 Academy Award winning film and the 2014 hit
LOVE. YOU. Run for Women, benefitting the Royal Ottawa                     & offensive tactics (NOT full contact). Conditioning drills    Broadway show about the “diamond in the rough” street rat who learns that his true worth lies deep within. The story you
      Mental Health Centre. This national program is the                   may include punching the focus mitts & a variety of body       know and love has been given the royal treatment! Be a part of the magic and mayhem with Aladdin, Jasmine, Genie and
           largest voice speaking to youth in the country                  weight exercises. Instructor: Michael Farach                   Jafar along with an expanded cast of characters, new songs, and more thrills. This new adaptation of the beloved story will
                  concerning the link between mental health and                                                                           open up “a whole new world” for young performers. Full script and background music included.
                       physical activity.                                  Girls Basketball Gr. 5 - 8                                     Instructors: Maureen Monsebraaten & John Saar
                                                                           Mondays          5:00 - 6:00 pm
                                                                           Apr 15 - JuN 10 (ex Apr 22 & May 20)        $87 (7 classes)
Touch
Football
Gr. 4 - 7
                                                                           Fundamentals of basketball, skill development, teamwork
                                                                           and sportsmanship is what this program is all about. Each
                                                                                                                                           What's in the Song?                                                                                           Jeremy
Thursdays                                                                         night will consist of 30 min of drills and skills        Grade 7 - 12         		                                                                                        Fisher
4:30 - 6:00 pm                                                                       development followed by a 30 min scrimmage.           Mondays            Apr 8 - Jun 24 (ex Apr 22 & May 20)
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                                                                                                                                           Join us for the second year of CityFolk’s community program initiative “What’s

Birthday Parties
                                                                                                                                           In The Song”. This program invites young musicians, songwriters and poets
                                                                                                                                           between the ages of 12-18 to gather in small groups to work on the craft of
                                                                                                                                           songwriting. Jeremy Fisher is a Canadian singer-songwriter based in Ottawa,
                                                                             Specialty Parties                Custom Parties               Ontario. His work is heavily influenced by folk and blues music, and his songs
 We know how to throw a great party!                                   •    Art                           •   Sports                       have garnered millions of views and listens on YouTube, Spotify, and more. He
GNAG birthday parties are perfect for children 4 - 12 years            •    Dance                         •   Disney Classics              has toured with The Proclaimers, Xavier Rudd, Sarah Slean, the Indigo Girls
of age. You know your child best, so pick a theme and we’ll            •    Pottery (max 10)              •   Pirates                      and Great Big Sea just to name a few. Jeremy brings songwriting experience
do the rest!                                                           •    Cooking (max 10)              •   YOUR THEME                   and stylistic diversity to the ‘What’s in the Song’ program and is a huge proponent of
                                                                                                              CHOICE                       collaboration in writing.
Pottery Parties are slightly different. Turn to page 25 for
details. No matter what the theme, your child's birthday               •    $325                     •        $300                         The goal of the group is to create at least two complete songs, each of which
party will be a lifetime memory!                                       •    Cooking / Pottery covers •        Covers 12 children           will either be performed by the individual, group, or the mentor at a commu-
                                                                            10 children              •        $12 / additional child       nity coffee house near the end of the program. Participants who successfully
How do I book my party? Email party coordinator
                                                                       •    $12 / additional child                                         complete the program will also receive 2 passes to the 2019 CityFolk fes-
Lauren Fowler at lauren@gnag.ca with your details (age,
dates and theme). We are happy to schedule your party,                 •    Dance and Art: 1.5            •   1.5 hours instruction        tival. They also just might be invited to perform at the RBC Bluesfest 2019
however you need to book early as space is limited.                         hours instruction, 30             (specialty, games, ac-       and/or CityFolk 2019!
                                                                            minutes for presents and          tivities or craft)
We require at least one parent to stick around and enjoy the                cake.                         •   30 minutes for               This program is not just for performing musicians, but also for those of you who like the idea of writing for the fun of it and
fun. Cake, plates & utensils, decorations and loot bags are            •    Pottery & Cooking: 2              presents & cake.             possibly having other people perform your work on stage. Songwriting is a viable art form and career path now offered in
not included. Last weekend for parties Jun 8 - 9, 2019.                     hours of instruction.                                          universities and community colleges across North America.
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Spring & Summer Programs 2019 - Something super for everyone! - GNAG
GNAG’s Tutoring Gr. 1 - 6 & 7 - 12
Email katie@gnag.ca to register. Please specify subject, grade and language preference.
                                                                                                                                             GrowSmart Talks
                                                                                                                                                                                                     Glebe
Having trouble with Math, French, English or Science?
We’re here to help! Book a one-on-one or semi-private
tutoring session, and choose from afterschool and evening
                                                                    GNAG’s Academic Centre provides students
                                                                    with the support they need to improve their
                                                                    skills. If you require further personalized education support                              presents
                                                                                                                                                                                                     Leadership Gr. 7 - 8
                                                                                                                                                                                                        Wednesdays 			                    4:15 - 5:45 pm
time slots. Our tutors are qualified to assist students in any      (i.e. learning disabilities or other exceptionalities), we are
                                                                                                                                                                                                        Apr 17 - Jun 12 			               $162 (9 classes)
                                                                                                                                                     COMING OUT
subject or grade. GNAG tutors have variable schedules, so           happy to customize an education plan for you that goes
book early. Bilingual tutors are available. Ce programme est        beyond the Ontario curriculum at an additional cost.
                                                                                                                                                Wednesday, April 24 6:30 - 8:00 pm                      Glebe Leadership, GNAG's flagship LIT program, provides
bilingue.
                                                                                                                                                    Glebe Community Centre                              participants with the opportunity to develop their leader-
Private: $39/hour                                                   Monday - Thursday
                                                                                                                                                                                                        ship skills, volunteer with children and experience fun and
Semi-private (max 3:1): $27/hour/student                            4:00 - 5:00 pm or 5:00 - 6:00 pm
                                                                                                                                                                                                        exciting games and challenges. This program is the very first
Minimum required registration: 5 sessions                           Apr 15 - Jun 21 (ex Apr 22 & May 20)                                             This FREE talk is focused
                                                                                                                                                                                                        step in transitioning from a participant to a camp volunteer
                                                                    Location: Glebe-St. James Church                                                  on youth in Gr. 6 - 12                            or leader! Communication, teamwork, behavior management
                                                                                                                                                                                                        and trust will be explored in detail and will be presented in a
Creative Writing & Book Publishing Gr. 5 - 8                        Babysitter Training Course 12 years +                                  COMING OUT is for anyone looking for                         fun and educational manner. At Glebe Leadership, we WORK
Thursdays		              4:00 - 6:00 pm                             Tuesdays 		               4:00 - 5:30 pm
Apr 18 - Jun 13		        $136 (9 classes)                           Apr 16 - Jun 18 		        $135 (10 classes)
                                                                                                                                          a better understanding of the coming out                      hard and we PLAY hard too! Location: St. Matthew’s Church
                                                                                                                                          process in order to be more supportive of
Have you ever wanted to publish your own book? In this              This course is designed by the Canada Safety Council.                 people who are LGBTQ+. It will touch on                       Kitchen Initiative Team (KIT CATs) Gr. 9 - 12
course you will explore writing, short stories, fiction,            Students will cover babysitting skills, rights and                           aspects of human sexuality                             Thursdays			                      4:30 - 5:45 pm
non-fiction, picture books, or poetry. We will craft and            responsibilities, first aid and emergency situations.                       and 5 aspects of coming out.                            Apr 18 - Jun 13			                $189+HST (9 classes)
polish your writing and create your own binded softcover            Please note: Attendance is compulsory.
book which will be professionally printed! We’ll also learn         Instructor: Megan Strahl Location: St Matthew’s Church
                                                                                                                                                    Speaker: Kerry Smith                                The Kitchen Initiative Team is back. Members will have
how choose an awesome cover page that catches the eye!                                                                                                                                                  an opportunity to complete some volunteer hours while
All writers welcome. Price includes all materials and the           Home Alone 10 years +                                                                                                               cooking for various community events including Youth Night
cost of printing one book per child.                                Sunday, Apr 28 10:30 - 12:30 pm            $32                             www.growsmarttalks.ca                                    Supper, GNAG fundraisers and cooking for the homeless.
Instructor: Erika Ward Location: Glebe-St. James Church             Sunday, May 26 10:30 - 12:30 pm            $32                                                                                      We’ll meet once a week to practice our current skills, hone
                                                                                                                                                                                                        some new ones or touch base to plan our next event. We
                                                                    This two-hour course will teach children home safety when                                                                           will focus on concepts of organization, production, sani-
                                                                    not supervised by an adult. They will learn how to handle                                                                           tation, and safety, while learning about flavour concepts
YOUTH NIGHT Gr. 5 - 8                                               callers at the door and on the telephone. They will be taught    Iron Chef Gr. 7 - 9                                                and creating our own original recipes. Join us in the GNAG
                                                                                                                                                                                                        kitchen, but get ready to get out there and feed the commu-
Fridays    			                     6:30 - 9:00 pm                   when and how to call emergency numbers. Role-playing will        Mondays
Apr 12 - Jun 14 (ex Apr 19)        $8.00 (drop-in)                  be incorporated for practice.                                                                                                       nity! Instructor: Jordyn Hodder
                                                                                                                                     4:30 - 6:30 pm
                                                                                                                                     Apr 15 - Jun 10
Spend your Friday nights at the GCC! We transform the                                                                                                                                                   Note: KIT CATs will be helping with Sustainable Seafood on
                                                                                                                                     (ex Apr 22 & May 20)
centre into the perfect place to hang out and have a great                                                                                                                                              Thursday, May 16 7:00 - 9:00 pm and are invited to assist at
                                                                                                                                     $215 (7 classes)
time. Games, music, cooking, canteen, out-trips and even                YOUTH DANCES Gr. 5 - 8                                                                                                          our Sustainable Fashion Showcase Jun 21, 6:00 - 9:00 pm.
staff / youth challenges. Feel free to bring your ideas, and                                                                         Welcome back to
expect the unexpected! Schedule online.                                                                                              Iron Chef GNAG! This
                                                                                              Fridays                                 fall we are excited to
Friday Night Dinner Club         Dinner: $8.00
				                             (advance orders please)                                 7:00 - 10:00 pm                             watch our chefs create more
                                                                                                                                      of the fabulous original plates
Enjoy a fantastic meal before youth night. Dinner is served                                Tickets: $15                              we have seen the past few seasons!
at 6:00 pm each Friday night. Go to gnag.ca to see our full                                                                          Kick-up your cooking game with weekly
menu. Please note - on dance nights dinner is served at                                                                              challenges focused on developing the skills
6:30 pm. Please order your dinner one week in advance.                              VIDEO DANCE - FEB 22
                                                                                                                                     of the next generation of culinary masters.
                                                                                    SPRING FLING - APR 26
                                                                                                                                     Each week, your plates will be judged on taste,
                                                                                 END-OF-YEAR BASH - JUNE 14
 VIP Membership $135             Season Pass $78                                                                                     creativity, and technique, as you and your partner
                                                                        Join us for an awesome evening of dancing,                   practice teamwork, collaboration, safety, and effective
  *Admission to every             *Admission to every                                                                                communication. Learn to work gracefully and safely under
  in-centre Friday night          in-centre Friday night                 games and prizes! Youth VIP’s and season
                                                                                                                                     the pressures of limited time and space. Participants must
  *Admission to Apr 26            *Admission to Apr 26 &                        pass holders get in for FREE.                        have some cooking experience (can cook with minimal
  & Jun 14 Youth Dances           Jun 14 Youth Dances                                                                                supervision), and be open to a world of flavours. This course
  *A canteen item each week       *A canteen item                        Tickets go on sale at 4 pm on the Friday the week
                                                                          before the dance. Online: GNAG.ca under Youth              is not suitable for anyone with severe food allergies or
  *Dinner                         each week                                                                                          intolerances. Challengers should bring an apron, closed-toe
  *A discount on all out-trips                                                 In-person: CASH only (M- F, 9 - 5 pm)
                                                                                                                                     shoes and arrive with their hair neatly tied back. See you on
  until Jun 14, 2019                                                                                                                 the chopping block! Instructor: Jordyn Hodder
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Spring & Summer Programs 2019 - Something super for everyone! - GNAG
PA Day                                                                                                    			 Theatre presents                                                              Book by
                                                                                                                                                                                             Julian
                                                                                                                                                                                            Fellowes
                                                                                                                                                                                                            Music & Lyrics by
                                                                                                                                                                                                         George
                                                                                                                                                                                                          Stiles
                                                                                                                                                                                                                  &
                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Anthony
                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Drewe
Friday, Apr 12 9:00 - 4:00 pm
                                                                                                      Director: Eleanor Crowder                                                                          from the
JK - Gr. 6 Park Omega
                                                                                                      Music Director: Lauren Saindon                                                                   CREATORS OF
Friday, Jun 7 9:00 - 4:00 pm
JK - Gr. 2 Upper Canada Village $55
                                                             Every day is                             Choreographer: Ciana Van Dusen                                                                   MARY POPPINS

Gr. 3 - 6 Amazing Race & Wave Pool $55
Gr 3 - 5 Cooking Extravaganza! $79
                                                            an adventure

Sustainable

          FA                                                               Fundraiser

           SH
                                                                      Proceeds go to fund a
                                                               Integration Support Program
                                  21                                    Donations welcome
                                  June                      info@gnag.ca or 613-233-8713
                                                                                                                                                                                                             Tickets:
                                  2019

             ION
                                                       Vintage Vogue Fashion to Purchase
                                                                                                      April 9 - 14              7:00 pm                                                                  Regular $25
                                                                    Drink Ticket & Canapés            April 13                  2:00 pm                                                           Student/ Senior $20
                                                                              Fashion Show                                                                                                                  Child $15
                                                                                 Door prizes
                                                                                       Gifts
                                Showcase               Come source your vintage vogue at
                                                       this stylish event for a great cause.                                                                        Bridge Club
                                  6:00 - 9:30 pm                                                                                                                    Wednesdays      9:30 - 11:30 am

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                                     Tickets $15   Sale continues Saturday, June 22 10:00 - 3:00 pm
                                                                                                                 FREE Spreakers presented by                        Apr 10 - Jun 19 $26.55+HST (includes refreshments)

GNA G
                                                                                                           Carleton University Senior Alumni                        Come on your own or bring a partner. This is not a formal
                                                         Art Show and Sale for                                                                                      teaching session, simply a venue for playing the game and
                                                                                                      Professor Emeritus of Sociology: Stephen Richer               meeting other people who play at your level. The only pre-
                                                       emerging artists of all ages                   Thursday, Mar 28         7:00 - 9:00 pm      FREE!            requisites are a knowledge of the game and an interest in
                                                                                                      A musical discussion on Pete Seegar & his protest songs.      getting better. We encourage the playing of Standard Ameri-
                                                                                                                                                                    can Bridge as taught by Audrey Grant. Feel free to bring your
                                                     Exhibition: May 6 - June 7                       Professor Emeritus of English: Ian Cameron                    crib notes for easy reference. To prepare, review or read of
                                                          submissions: Apr 29 - May 3                 Thursday, Apr 25           7:30 - 9:30 pm         FREE!       Audrey Grant’s Bridge Basic 1: An Introduction.

                                RTS
                                                                                                      A talk on the art collection of King Charles I.
     Opening                                             Submission form available online             NEW! Stress & Peace of Mind with Louise Carota
                                                       under News & Events or at GNAG.ca.
      May 9                                                                                           Saturday, May 4 & Sunday May 5             10:00 - 11:30 am & 1:00 - 3:00 pm      $50+HST

  6:00 - 7:00 pm                                                hanging fee $5                        Understand the cause of stress and reclaim your peace of mind with this series of four sessions to be held over a
                                                                                                      weekend: Getting a Handle on Stress; Getting Along with Others; Getting Comfortable with Yourself; and Getting Better
                                                      1 piece / person: Max size 2X3 ft.              Tools. Each session lasts about 1 hour and a half and ends with a guided meditation. Artist Louise Carota shares her
                                                        (or diptych equalling max size)               personal experience with meditation and years of self-directed study into such diverse subjects as the workings of the
                                                      All sales proceeds go directly to the artist.   human brain, philosophy and anthropology.
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Dog Training with carolthedogtrainer.ca
Dog training is fun, easy and good for you and your dog. We believe that a happy, well-behaved dog is an attainable goal
and Carol will help you reach it. We encourage participation from all family members and we help dogs of all ages. Yes, you
can teach an old dog new tricks! Your happy and peaceful household is our goal. More details available online or when
registering. www.carolthedogtrainer.ca
 course                                      day and time               dates                          price
 Basics for Pooches & Pups                   Mondays 7:00 - 7:45 pm     Apr 8 - May 13 ( ex Apr 22)    $240+HST (5 classes)       Cinema Dante Ottawa’s FREE Italian Film Series
 Leash Walking Skills                        Mondays 8:00 - 8:45 pm     Apr 8 - May 13 ( ex Apr 22)    $240+HST (5 classes)       Featuring four recent releases! While most of the films are quite recent, this series covers 50 years of Italian cinema and
                                                                                                                                  includes many award-winning films. The program is subject to change. Please visit danteottawa.ca, for updates.
 Basics for Pooches & Pups                   Mondays 7:00 - 7:45 pm     May 27 - Jun 24                $240+HST (5 classes)
                                                                                                                                  All showings will be in Italian, and most with Italian subtitles.
 Reliable ReCall                             Mondays 8:00 - 8:45 pm     May 27 - Jun 24                $240+HST (5 classes)
                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Italian for Travellers
                                                                                                                                  Wednesdays       7:00 - 9: 15 pm              FREE Admission                          Fridays		       10:00 - 11:30 am
 Basic Skills for Pooches and Pups (Level 1 Beginner for all ages and skill levels) Positive reinforcement                        March 6          L’intrusa (The intrusion) by Leonardo Di Costanzo
 training for dogs of any age. Have fun teaching your dog the basic commands: sit & stay, pay attention, leave it, come                                                                                                 Apr 26 - Jun 14
                                                                                                                                  March 20         Indivisibili (Indivisible) by Edoardo De Angelis                     $157.70+HST (8 classes)
 when called, and walk-nicely-on-a-leash. The goal is to have strong bond with your new dog as well as a safe, well-social-       April 3 		       Le meraviglie (The wonders) by Alice
 ized pet and a happy home environment. Come one, come all...training your dog is good for you and Fido too!                      April 17         Tutto quello che vuoi (Everything you want) by Francesco Bruni       Italian for Travellers is a fun, exciting
 Leash Walking Skills* (for all ages and skill levels) Too much pulling? Jumping? Lunging? Is your daily walk                     May 1 		         Scusate se esisto (Do you see me?) by Riccardo Milani                and practical language training course
 becoming a bit too stressful? Learn some new skills and techniques that will make your walk with Fido more enjoyable for         May 15           Lasciati andare (Let yourself go!) by Francesco Amato                especially designed to give travellers
 both of you. Have your dog keep the leash loose while walking and walk beside you when you ask! *this is not an                                                                                                        to Italy the ability to communicate
 appropriate class for dogs who are “leash reactive” or “leash aggressive”. Contact Carol directly if you need help.              Dante Italian Book Club                                                               with Italians about a variety of tourist
                                                                                                                                  Thursdays        1:30 - 3:00 pm                                                       related situations. The course provides
 Reliable ReCall (for all ages and skill levels) Start on the right foot (and paw!) with having your dog come when                April 18, May 2, 16, 30, and June 13, 27		        $15+HST                             travellers with the vocabulary, gram-
 you call. Let’s make Fido want to come to you...right from the start. This class will address general training methodology,
                                                                                                                                                                                                                        mar and phrases they need to make
 basic skills for name recognition and attention, as well as ensuring willing compliance. Teaching a great re-call is really      Members of the Dante Book Club read classic Italian fiction and non fiction,          hotel and restaurant reservations,
 important and can be fun too!                                                                                                    while enjoying GCC Cafe’s delights and discussing the book at hand. Member-           shop, visit tourist attractions and

Free Workshops                                                    Perennial Exchange                                              ship to this book club - known as Caffe` Letterario - requires good knowledge         much more. The instructor will also
                                                                  Thursday, May 16         6:30 - 8:00 pm              FREE!      of the Italian language and annual membership to the Societa` Dante Alighieri         provide participants with important
                                                                                                                                  (SDA) of the National Capital Region. Books can be ordered and purchased              phrases in the event they encounter
Buying a Home 101                                                 All gardeners great and small are welcome to the 23rd An-       through the SDA. For membership information, details about the format of the          urgent situations and useful tips any
Wednesday, Apr 24         7:00 - 8:30 pm           FREE!          nual Perennial Exchange. Bring your extra plants and seeds      book club and book titles, please visit danteottawa.ca                                traveller to Italy should know to make
                                                                  to exchange, as well as your questions and ideas. If you                                                                                              their visit more enjoyable. A textbook
Thinking of buying a home, but unsure where to start? Join        don’t have anything to exchange this time, come anyway!         Dante Italian Conversation                                                            is included in this course
your neighbourhood real estate specialists Lyne Burton &          Located on the Pantry steps of the Glebe Community Cen-         Thursdays       1:30 - 3:00 pm
Dominique Milne, from Engel & Völkers Ottawa Central, to          tre (Second Ave). Facilitator: Jennie Aliman                    April 11, 25, May 9, 23, and June 6, 20		         $15+HST
learn the ins and outs of the buying process and ensure you                                                                                                                                                             NEW!
buy your dream home! They will be accompanied by a mort-                                                                          This is a chance to have a real conversation in Italian about Italy today ap-
                                                                  Bike Maintenance 			                                                                                                                                  Classic Film Studies Club
gage broker and a lawyer to answer all of your questions                                                                          proaching many aspects, culture, politics, art, food and the habits of the Italians
                                                                  Thursday, May 2          7:00 - 8:00 pm		            FREE!                                                                                            Mondays         6:15 - 9:15 pm
about the buying process.                                                                                                         today. Basic knowledge of the spoken Italian required. Ti aspettiamo!!                Apr 15 - Jun 17 $66.37+HST
                                                                  Offered by the pros at Kunstadt Sports in the Glebe, this is    Participants must purchase an annual membership in the Societa` Dante                 (ex Apr 22 & May 20)
To Renovate or To Sell                                            a workshop in basic bicycle maintenance. Discussions will       Alighieri (SDA) of the National Capital Region. For membership information,
Wednesday, May 29        7:00 - 8:30 pm 		         FREE!          include bicycle safety, simple maintenance you can do at        details about the format of the book club and book titles, please visit               Do you love watching movies? This
                                                                  home, and easy ways to upgrade and improve your bicycle         danteottawa.ca                                                                        course will investigate the primary
When you want your dream house, homeowners have a                 and its accessories. Please do NOT bring your bicycle to this                                                                                         functions of the cinema from
tough decision: Should I do a full-scale renovation and           workshop. Location: Kunstadt Sports (680 Bank Street).          French Conversation 			                                                               story-telling to sound design. We will
turn my current space into my masterpiece, or should I                                                                            Mondays 				                              7:00 - 8:00 pm 		                           be examining how each of these
just sell this house and buy my ideal property instead? If                                                                        Apr 15 - Jun 17 (ex Apr 22 & May 20)      $112+HST (8 classes)
                                                                  Essential Oils 101				                                                                                                                                techniques are demonstrated in
you’re struggling with which option is right for you, join                                                                                                                                                              different film traditions from around
                                                                  Monday, Apr 29		         7:00 pm - 8:00 pm        FREE!
your neighbourhood real estate specialists Lyne Burton &                                                                          Tuesdays        			                       1:00 - 2:00 pm                              the world and throughout the
                                                                  Monday May 27		          7:00 pm - 8:00 pm        FREE!
Dominique Milne, from Engel & Völkers Ottawa Central,                                                                             Apr 16 - Jun 18				                       $140+HST (10 classes)                       history of cinema. Each week there
                                                                  Monday Jun 24		          7:00 pm - 8:00 pm        FREE!
to help make sense of it all. They will be accompanied by                                                                                                                                                               will be a screening followed by a
                                                                  Tuesday, July 30		       7:00 pm - 8:00 pm        FREE!
a local architect to answer all of your questions about the                                                                       Planning a trip to Quebec City or Cannes? Maybe you need to prepare for a job         group discussion. Light refreshments
                                                                  Tuesday, Aug 27		        7:00 pm - 8:00 pm        FREE!
renovation process.                                                                                                               interview? Whatever the reason, if you just want to brush up on your French,          will be served. Please note, some films
                                                                  Learn how to integrate Essential Oils into your life with       we will facilitate a weekly informal chat, the purpose of which will be to improve    contain mature contentent. Go to
                                                                  Amanda DeGrace. Increase immunity, improve quality of           your French oral language skills. From week to week, participants will be encour-     GNAG.ca to see the listing of films.
                                                                  sleep, relieve stress, balance emotions, detox your             aged to pick topics of discussion relevant to their personal interests and using      Instructor: Tim Austen
                                                                  environment and so much more!                                   vocabulary of their choosing.
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