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WOODSTOCK
RECREATION & LEISURE GUIDE
FALL/WINTER 2019–2020
The Woodstock Recreation & Leisure Guide is the City of Woodstock’s
official listing for recreation, leisure, cultural programs and events.
WOODSTOCK
RECREATION & LEISURE GUIDE
FALL/WINTER 2019–2020
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Recreation & Cultural
Program Listings Holiday Programs
ou’ll find a great number of exciting
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programs arranged by age group from opportunities from the
Preschool through to Adults. There Recreation Dept, Library,
is something here for everyone! Museum and Art Gallery.
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Aquatics Parks &
tart here for swimming
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lessons, recreational swims It’s time to get outdoors
and leadership courses. and enjoy the weather. Start
here for your guide to trails,
Quick List… walking the dog and more!
Registration Information.............................. 3
South Gate Centre.................................... 30
This Guide can also be accessed on the
Woodstock District Community Complex...... 54
city’s website at www.cityofwoodstock.ca
Fee Assistance in Recreation (FAIR)............ 71
Message from the Mayor
Summer is winding down and it is time to start planning for the leaves
to fall and all the new programs to begin. This is a particularly exciting
season as the City of Woodstock has introduced several new programming
options for our growing community! The 2019–2020 Fall and Winter
Recreation and Leisure Guide is full of fun registered and drop-in programs
for all ages to keep you learning and playing all season long. The guide
includes recreation programs, aquatic programs, culture programs and
information on our facilities and parks. Don’t forget to check out some
of our new programs located at Cowan Park Sportsplex! The fall is a
great time to learn something new, meet new friends and get involved
in the community. Let’s go out, get active and be healthy Woodstock!
Trevor Birtch, Mayor
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©2019, The City of Woodstock. The Recreation & Leisure Guide is Are you interested in advertising in the Spring/Summer
produced two times a year. Every effort has been made to provide Recreation & Leisure Guide? Contact the Parks & Recreation
correct information, however details may change from the time of Dept. at 519‑539‑2382 Ext. 4101 or email parksandrecreation@
publication. Please refer the City of Woodstock Departments for cityofwoodstock.ca. The reservation deadline is January 14, 2020.
up‑to-date information concerning your area of interest.
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P R O G R A M R E G I S T R AT I O N I N S T R U C T I O N S
RECREATION FACILITIES
How to Register
PROGRAM REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS
Parks & Recreation
Online 192 Old Wellington Street
What you need PO Box 1539
• Credit Card and expiry date Woodstock, ON N4S 0A7
Tel: 519 539 2382 ext. 4101
Where
• www.cityofwoodstock.ca/onlineregistration Southside
Phone Aquatic Centre
315 Finkle Street
What you need PO Box 1539
• Credit Card and expiry date Woodstock, ON N4S 0A7
Tel: 519 539 2382 ext. 2701
In Person Community
What you need
Complex
381 Finkle Street
• Credit/Debit Card, Cash, Cheque PO Box 1539
Woodstock, ON N4S 0A7
Tel: 519 421 3484
Refund Policy
Cancelled bookings are entitled to a refund of the fees unless included as part of a valid Goff Hall
or active pass. You can leave the funds on your account for future use or request a refund. 381 Finkle Street
Please note that there is a $25.00 administration fee charged for each refund. Refund fees PO Box 1539
will not be charged if the City of Woodstock cancels the class and a refund is requested. Woodstock, ON N4S 0A7
Tel: 519 421 3484 ext. 4301
Location Legend
WDCC Mezz Room Woodstock District Community Complex, Mezzanine Room Cowan Park
WDCC Goff Hall Woodstock District Community Complex, Goff Hall
Sportsplex
Registration Dates 895 Ridgewood Drive
Woodstock, ON N4S 7W2
Tel: 519 539 1291 ext. 2740
Method of
Payment & Payment Woodstock
Program Address Start Date Registration Options Art Gallery
Cash, Debit, 449 Dundas Street
Aquatics 315 Finkle St August 7 Visa, Mastercard, PO Box 1539
American Express Woodstock, ON N4S 0A7
Cash, Debit, www.woodstockartgallery.ca
Recreation Tel: 519 539 6761 ext. 2801
315 Finkle St August 7 Visa, Mastercard,
Programs
American Express Woodstock
Cowan
Park
895
August 7
Cash, Debit,
Visa, Mastercard,
Museum
Ridgewood Dr 466 Dundas Street
Sportsplex American Express
PO Box 1539
Cash, Debit, Woodstock, ON N4S 0A7
Museum
466 Dundas St August 7 Visa, Mastercard, www.woodstockmuseum.ca
Programs
American Express Tel: 519 537 8411
Library
445 Hunter St August 7
Cash, Debit, Woodstock
Programs Visa, Mastercard Public Library
445 Hunter Street
Art Gallery Cash, Debit, Woodstock, ON N4S 4G7
449 Dundas St August 7
Programs Visa, Mastercard www.mywpl.ca
Tel: 519 539 4801
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PRESCHOOL
PRESCHOOL
Curiosity Club
Calling all curious preschoolers: join us with your
caregiver to learn through play, art, and hands-
on activities! This interactive program will foster
imagination and creativity while building early literacy
skills.
Age: 2–5 Woodstock Public Library
Drop-in Mon Sep 9–Mar 9* 2:00–3:00pm Free
* No program Nov 11 and Dec 23.
Baby Bubblers
Join us in the pool at the Woodstock YMCA or Toddler Tales for Ones & Twos
Southside Aquatic Centre for this storytime for babies Stories, rhymes and songs for toddlers accompanied by
with stories, songs and lots of splashing! a caregiver.
Age: 3–36 months Southside Aquatic Centre Age: 12–35 months Woodstock Public Library
Drop-in Wed Sep 18–Oct 30 10:15–10:45am $6.00 Wed Sep 11–Oct 23 11:15–11:45am Free
Drop-in Wed Jan 8–Feb 26 10:15–10:45am $6.00 Wed Nov 13–Dec 18 11:15–11:45am Free
Age: 3–36 months YMCA Wed Jan 15–Mar 4 11:15–11:45am Free
Drop-in Wed Nov 6–Dec 18 10:00–10:30am $6.00 Thu Sep 12–Oct 24 10:15–10:45am Free
Drop-in Wed Mar 4–Apr 29 10:00–10:30am $6.00 Thu Nov 14–Dec 19 10:15–10:45am Free
Thu Jan 16–Mar 5 10:15–10:45am Free
Tales & Tunes
A fun-filled storytime with songs, rhymes and crafts for
preschoolers.
Age: 3–5 Woodstock Public Library
Wed Sep 11–Oct 23 10:15–11:00am Free
Wed Nov 13–Dec 18 10:15–11:00am Free
Wed Jan 15–Mar 4 10:15–11:00am Free
Owls & Little Hoots Babytime
Join us at Oxford Gardens Retirement Residence for a Participate with baby in a fun filled half hour of
drop in intergenerational storytime for preschoolers, stories, rhymes and songs.
parents, grandparents and grandparents at heart. Age: birth–12 months Woodstock Public Library
Age: 2–102 Oxford Gardens Thu Sep 12–Oct 24 11:00–11:30am Free
Drop-in Sat Sep 7–Oct 5 10:30–11:00am Free Thu Nov 14–Dec 19 11:00–11:30am Free
Thu Jan 16–Mar 5 11:00–11:30am Free
Baby Picassos Fri Nov 15–Dec 20 11:00–11:30am Free
It’s never too early to start creating! Join us the first Fri Jan 17–Mar 6 11:00–11:30am Free
Monday of the month for messy fun in a new interactive
program, designed especially for little hands. Babies, Story Explorers
from birth to 18 months, and their caregivers are Build on stories through fun, hands on STEAM
invited to explore, experiment and create art together. based activities for preschoolers.
All materials are nontoxic and baby friendly.
Age: 3–5 Woodstock Public Library
Age: birth–18 months Woodstock Public Library Fri Sep 13–Oct 25 10:15–10:45am Free
Mon Sep 9–Mar 2* 11:00–11:30am Free Fri Nov 15–Dec 20 10:15–10:45am Free
* No program Nov 4. Fri Jan 17–Mar 6 10:15–10:45am Free
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PRESCHOOL
Sportball
Multi-Sport Parent and Child
In our Parent & Child classes, children are introduced
to the fundamental skills associated with eight different
sports. Structured around a play-based curriculum,
these classes are a fantastic kick start for an active
life. This is a great program to get your special little one
to follow simple instructions, share with other children,
and develop their gross motor skills. The role of the
parent/guardian is to be the personal trainer for their
child. You are directly involved in each class led by one
of the sportball coaches.
Walking Wonders
A storytime for infants and their caregivers that begins Age: 2–3 Cowan Park Sportsplex Turf
with a stroller walk and ends with songs, rhymes and 6927 Sat Sep 14–Nov 23* 9:00–9:45am $175.60
stories at a nearby park! Enjoy time with your little one 6929 Sat Jan 11–Mar 7* 9:00–9:45am $140.48
and social time with other parents and caregivers. If the Age: 2–3 WDCC Goff Hall
weather is rainy or too cold, we will meet in the program 6928 Tue Sep 17–Nov 5 6:05-6:50 pm $140.48
room. 6930 Tue Jan 14–Mar 10 6:05–6:50pm $158.04
Age: birth–18 months Woodstock Public Library * No sessions Oct 12 and Feb 15.
Drop-in Fri Sep 13–Oct 25 11:00am–12:00pm Free
STEAM Storytime
Join us in the program room for this interactive
storytime for families with toddlers and preschoolers
that include stories, songs, and fun STEAM activities.
Age: 1–5 Woodstock Public Library
Drop-in Sat Oct 19–Dec 21 10:30–11:30am Free
Drop-in Sat Jan 4–Mar 21 10:30–11:30am Free
Physical Literacy
“Physical literacy is the motivation, confidence,
physical competence, knowledge and understanding
to value and take responsibility for engagement in
Sportball
Multi-Sport, Drop-Off
physical activities for life.”
In our Drop-Off Indoor or Outdoor Multi-Sport classes,
—International Physical Literacy Association
children learn the fundamentals of eight different sports
Little Movers in a fun, stress-free, non-competitive setting. Drop-Off
Through active games and imagination, Little Movers Multi-Sport classes keep children moving and engaged
provides an introduction to dance and focuses on the and sends them home with a new skill from a different
fundamental movement principles. In this group setting, sport each class. If you’re looking for a way to give your
children will develop coordination, balance and a better child a well-rounded sports-base, that promotes their
understanding of how their body moves. independence and leaves room for specialization later,
look no further. Please note: Aside from the first class,
Age: 3–4 WDCC Mezz Room and the parent participation class, it is expected that
6859 Mon Sep 16–Nov 11* 5:30–6:00pm $34.00 parents remain outside the gym area while the class is
6860 Mon Jan 13–Mar 9* 5:30–6:00pm $34.00 taking place.
Age: 5–6 WDCC Mezz Room Age: 3½–6 Cowan Park Sportsplex Turf
6861 Mon Sep 16–Nov 11* 5:30–6:00pm $34.00 6932 Sat Sep 14–Nov 23* 9:50–10:50am $175.60
6862 Mon Jan 13–Mar 9* 5:30–6:00pm $34.00 6934 Sat Jan 11–Mar 7* 9:50–10:50am $140.48
* No sessions Oct 14, Feb 17.
Age: 3½–6 WDCC Goff Hall
6931 Tue Sep 17–Nov 5 5:00–6:00pm $140.48
6933 Tue Jan 14–Mar 10 5:00-6:00pm $158.04
* No sessions Oct 12 and Feb 15.
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PRESCHOOL
Introducing START WITH ART
Instructor: Dee Logan
WAG is excited to roll out our newly designed preschool
program introducing young children and their caregivers
to the world of art. Create and explore stories, art and
more! Registration is required. All children must be
accompanied by an adult. Drop-in is available. This
program is generously sponsored by United Way Oxford
Community Initiatives Fund.
Halloween Toddler Tales
Dress up your toddler and drop in for a fun Halloween
storytime and party!
Age: 12–36 months Woodstock Public Library
Drop-in Thu Oct 31 10:15–10:45am Free
Age: 2–5 and their caregivers Woodstock Art Gallery
6830 Tue Sep 24–Nov 12 10:00–11:00am $40.00* Halloween Babytime
6831 Tue Jan 14–Mar 3 10:00–11:00am $40.00* Dress up your little one and drop in for a fun Halloween
6832 Tue Mar 24–May 12 10:00–11:00am $40.00* storytime with stories and rhymes!
* $40/session (8 weeks) or $6/week Age: birth–12 months Woodstock Public Library
Drop-in Thu Oct 31 11:00–11:30am Free
Li’l Sensory
Looking for something to do with your tot that will help Wolfie’s Hibernation
them stimulate their senses, explore play naturally Stuffy Sleepover
and socialize? Come to our new drop in program Bring your stuffies for a hibernation-
Li’l Sensory. You and your child will have a variety of themed storytime and craft, then let
activities you can participate in that will help enhance them stay at the library overnight to
your child’s touch, smell, taste, movement, balance, enjoy a sleepover with Wolfie! Will
sight and hearing through fun and interactive stations. they get any sleep or will they get into
Age: 6 mos–3 yrs WDCC Mezz Room mischief? Pick up your stuffy the next
6863 Fri Oct 4–Dec 6* 10:00–11:00am $6.25¹ morning and find out!
6864 Fri Feb 7–Apr 17* 10:00–11:00am $6.25¹ Age: 3–6 Woodstock Public Library
* No sessions Oct 25, Nov 15, Mar 6 and Mar 20. Drop-in Fri Nov 22 6:30–7:15pm Free
¹ per session.
Halloween Tales & Tunes
Dress up your preschooler and drop in for a fun
Halloween storytime and party!
Age: 3–5 Woodstock Public Library
Drop-in Wed Oct 30 10:15–11:00am Free
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PA D AY P R O G R A M S PA Days
PA DAY PROGRAMS
Looking for a day filled
with adventure, crafts and
active games? Experienced,
trained, and talented staff are
dedicated to providing a safe
day full of new opportunities.
Age: 6–12 Woodstock District Community Complex
6904 Fri Sep 27 8:30am–4:30pm $35.00
6905 Fri Oct 25 8:30am–4:30pm $35.00
6906 Fri Nov 15 8:30am–4:30pm $35.00
6907 Fri Jan 24 8:30am–4:30pm $35.00
6908 Fri Mar 6 8:30am–4:30pm $35.00
PA Day Fun @ the Library
Drop into the Children’s department for fun pop-up
activities all day long!
Age: 4–10 Woodstock Public Library
Drop-in Fri Sep 27 Fun with Food! Free
Drop-in Fri Oct 25 Mad Science Spooktacular Free
Drop-in Fri Nov 15 For the Love of Pets Free
Drop-in Fri Jan 24 Winter Sports Free
Drop-in Fri Mar 6 Community Helpers Free
PA Days Creative PA Days
Designed for first time campers, Instructor: Dee Logan
this program offers a great Explore a variety of artistic mediums and develop a
introduction with a busy, full day basic understanding of the elements and principles
routine. We will spend our week of design. Materials included in registration fee.
making crafts, playing active Bring lunch and snacks. This program is offered on
games and building friendships! select days.
Children must be potty trained. Age: 5–12 Woodstock Art Gallery
Age: 4–5 Woodstock District Community Complex 6833 Fri Sep 27 9:00am–4:00pm $45.00*
6868 Fri Sep 27 8:30am–4:30pm $39.50 6834 Fri Nov 15 9:00am–4:00pm $45.00*
6869 Fri Oct 25 8:30am–4:30pm $39.50 6835 Fri Jan 24 9:00am–4:00pm $45.00*
6870 Fri Nov 15 8:30am–4:30pm $39.50 6836 Fri Jun 5 9:00am–4:00pm $45.00*
6871 Fri Jan 24 8:30am–4:30pm $39.50 * $45/non-members; $35/members per session. Early-care and/or after-care is
6872 Fri Mar 6 8:30am–4:30pm $39.50 an extra $5/day (drop off as early as 8:30am; pick up as late as 4:30pm).
Radio PA Day
Do you love being the DJ on road trips or interviewing
your family members? Today you can learn all about
radio with a special trip to Heart FM and a station tour!
Try your hand at sound effects, radio plays and making
a unique advertisement. Tune in and rock out!
Age: 5–12 Woodstock Museum
7371 Fri Sep 27 8:30am–4:30 pm $40.00*
* $40/non-members; $30/members.
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Home Alone Babysitting Course
PA DAY PROGRAMS
Is your child ready to stay home alone? The Home In this course, participants learn how to run a small
Alone safety for Kids program helps children and their babysitting business and how to supervise younger
families get ready for their child’s first steps towards siblings or other children in a safe and responsible
independence and being without adult supervision. manner. Aspiring babysitters also learn basic first aid
Safety and accident prevention are the common themes skills.
throughout the program. Age: 11–14 Southside Aquatic Centre
Age: 9–12 Southside Aquatic Centre 6886 Fri Nov 15 9:00am-4:00pm $60.00
6884 Fri Sep 27 9:00am-4:00pm $60.00
6885 Fri Mar 6 9:00am-4:00pm $60.00 Phone a Friend PA Day
Phones can do so much more than when they were first
Teen Virtual Reality PA Day invented. Learn about rotary dial phones, telegraphs of
Are you VR ready? Sign up for your the past and all the amazing things smart phones can
15 minute timeslot to try our HTC do today! Play fun voice activated games, make a fun
Vive. Play active educational games phone craft and getting talking!
like Job Simulator or enjoy a passive Age: 5–12 Woodstock Museum
undersea experience like the Blu! 7373 Fri Nov 15 8:30am–4:30pm $40.00*
Please note participants must be
* $40/non-members; $30/members.
10 years or older and have no pre-
existing medical conditions. Children age 10–12 years PA Day Interactive
must have signed parental consent to participate in
virtual reality activities. Movie: Home Alone
Kick start your holiday with an interactive viewing of
Age: 10–14 Woodstock Public Library the Christmas classic, Home Alone. Join Kevin as he
Fri Sep 27 2:30–3:30pm Free protects his house from the Wet Bandits. Props and
Fri Oct 25 2:30–3:30pm Free activities provided.
Fri Mar 6 2:30–3:30pm Free
Age: 6–14 Woodstock Public Library
Mini Museum PA Day Fri Nov 15 2:00–3:30pm Free
Museums are fun places to visit and tiny things are
super cute! Today we put those together so you can Old School Tools PA Day
make your own mini museum in your pocket! Explore Not sure what that thingamajig in your great aunts
artifacts up close and have a behind the scenes tour cupboard is? Find out today as we explore fun tools of
of the vault! Create the museum of your dreams in the past by churning butter, peeling applies, and more.
miniature! Many tools used before electricity are still around and
fun to test how they work. See how technology has
Age: 5–12 Woodstock Museum changed with games, and crafts too!
7372 Fri Oct 25 8:30am–4:30 pm $40.00*
Age: 5–12 Woodstock Museum
* $40/non-members; $30/members.
7375 Fri Jan 24 8:30am–4:30 pm $40.00*
My Safe Life * $40/non-members; $30/members.
In this interactive and fun safety program, kids learn
and practice skills for a lifetime of safety. Traditional Plastic Free PA Day
and digital gaming techniques are used to cover Concerned about the single use plastics in our
topics like people safety, appropriate social and digital environment? We’ll have fun swapping out plastic and
behaviours, safe travels, online safety, getting help, learning what was used before plastic was invented. A
fire safety, accident prevention and basic first aid. bus trip to the County Waste Management Education
Children take home the My Safe Life manual and card Centre to see what our community is doing about trash
of completion. will be followed by fun enviro games!
Age: 7–9 Southside Aquatic Centre Age: 5–12 Woodstock Museum
6883 Fri Oct 25 9:00am-4:00pm $60.00 7376 Fri Mar 6 8:30am–4:30 pm $40.00*
* $40/non-members; $30/members.
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CHILDREN Little Veterinarian
CHILDREN
School: Darling Doggies
Weekend Pop Ups Little Veterinarian School encourages preschool
Drop in to the Children’s area students to role play and explore the exciting world of
throughout the year for drop in veterinarians. Using interactive demonstrations, crafts
activities, crafts and fun! and games, kids learn how to take care of their furry
Age: 6–10 Woodstock Public Library pet and use instruments that real veterinarians use.
Drop-in Sat Aug 31 Back to School Free Age: 4–7 Cowan Park Sportsplex Boardroom
Drop-in Sat Oct 12 Thanksgiving Free 6979 Tue Sep 10–Oct 15 5:45–6:30pm $120.00
Drop-in Sat Oct 26 Halloween Free Age: 8–12 Cowan Park Sportsplex Boardroom
Drop-in Sun Oct 27 Halloween Free 6980 Tue Sep 10–Oct 15 6:45–7:30pm $120.00
Drop-in Sat Dec 7 Christmas Free
Drop-in Sun Dec 8 Christmas Free Little Dentistry School
Drop-in Sat Dec 14 Christmas Free Little Dentistry School uses the power of role play,
Drop-in Sun Dec 15 Christmas Free hands on demonstrations, crafts and games to
Drop-in Sat Dec 21 Christmas Free stimulate a mini dental school experience. Principles
Drop-in Sun Dec 22 Christmas Free of a healthy mouth and oral hygiene will be taught by
Drop-in Sat Jan 4 Winter Fun Free encouraging students to assume the role of a dentist!
Drop-in Sun Jan 5 Winter Fun Free
Age: 4–7 Cowan Park Sportsplex Boardroom
Drop-in Sat Feb 8 Valentine’s Day Free
6990 Thu Sep 12–Oct 17 5:45–6:30pm $120.00
Drop-in Sun Feb 9 Valentine’s Day Free
Drop-in Sat Feb 15 Family Day Free Age 8–12 Cowan Park Sportsplex Boardroom
Drop-in Sat Mar 14 March Break Free 6991 Thu Sep 12–Oct 17 6:45–7:30pm $120.00
Drop-in Sun Mar 15 March Break Free
Drop-in Sat Mar 21 March Break Free Little Medical School:
Drop-in Sun Mar 22 March Break Free Parents’ Night Out
October’s Blood and Bones Night
I Spy Fun Parents – enjoy your Friday night and let us “edu-tain”
Check out the display case in the your kids! Night includes dinner, snacks and drinks as
Children’s department and test your well as fun and educational crafts and activities
skills with our seasonal I Spy quizzes. Did you know that our blood adds up to around 7%
Get the answers right and you could of our body weight? Join us on this spooky adventure
win fun prizes! as we learn about interesting blood facts and what
Age: 6–12 Woodstock Public Library our bones do! Participants will even get to make their
Drop-in Daily Sep 3–28 Back to School Free own blood!
Drop-in Daily Oct 5–31 Fall Hauntings Free Age: 4–7 Cowan Park Sportsplex Boardroom
Drop-in Daily Dec 1–23 Christmas Free 6996 Fri Oct 25 5:00–9:00pm $50.00
Drop-in Daily Jan 2–25 Snowy, Blowy Winter Free
Drop-in Daily Feb 1–29 Puppy Love Free Little Veterinarian
Drop-in Daily Mar 13–22 March Break Free School: Let’s Go to the Office
Little Vet School: Let’s go to the office! Find out the
After School Meet Up different roles in a Vet’s office, learn how to take a
@ the Library radiograph, how does a dogs digestion work and how to
Drop in after school and meet up with your friends! We’ll read a dog’s body language!
have tons of fun in our program room with different Age: 4–7 Cowan Park Sportsplex Boardroom
activities each week: video gaming, Art Smarts, Lego 6981 Tue Nov 5–Dec 10 5:45–6:30pm $120.00
Club, STEAM Team, Tech Time and more!
Age 8–12 Cowan Park Sportsplex Boardroom
Age: 6–12 Woodstock Public Library 6982 Tue Nov 5–Dec 10 5:45–6:30pm $120.00
Drop-in Wed Sep 4–Dec 18 3:45–4:45pm Free
Drop-in Wed Jan 8–Mar 11 3:45–4:45pm Free
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CHILDREN
Little Nutrition School Tennis Level 2
Kids will learn about the digestive system and the Building on the skills developed
importance of eating nutritious foods through crafts and in the introductory tennis
games! program, participants will
Age: 4–7 Cowan Park Sportsplex Boardroom continue to develop more skills
6992 Thu Nov 7–Dec 12 5:45–6:30pm $120.00 and tennis knowledge as they
Age 8-12 Cowan Park Sportsplex Boardroom dive deeper into the world of
6993 Thu Nov 7–Dec 12 6:45–7:30pm $120.00 tennis.
Age: 9–13 Richardson Park
Little Veterinarian School: 6880 Tue Sep 10–Oct 29 7:30-9:00pm $82.00
Fantastic Felines
Do you have a cat lover at home? Register for this Indoor Tennis
session to learn how to do a complete head to tail The indoor tennis session is a great opportunity for
exam. How does a vet greet a feline patient and how individuals to learn the fundamentals of indoor tennis
to create a PURR-fect stress free environment for your and build on their active skill set. With a focus on
furry friend. physical literacy and an attention to the development of
gross motor skills, participants will be provided with the
Age: 4–7 Cowan Park Sportsplex Boardroom support and instruction to learn a variety of skills in a
6983 Tue Jan 7–Feb 11 5:45–6:30pm $120.00 fun and active way.
Age: 8–12 Cowan Park Sportsplex Boardroom Age: 7–9 Holy Family Catholic School
6984 Tue Jan 7–Feb 11 6:45–7:30pm $120.00 6881 Tue Nov 5–Dec 17 6:30–7:30pm $57.75
Little Medical School Age: 10–13 Holy Family Catholic School
This program encourages children to explore 6882 Tue Nov 5–Dec 17 7:30–8:30pm $57.75
the exciting world of medicine though hands on
demonstrations, crafts and games. Students will learn
how the body and organs work, how to use medical
instruments, administer basic first aid and even tie
knots like a real surgeon.
Age: 4–7 Cowan Park Sportsplex Boardroom
6994 Thu Jan 9–Feb 13 5:45–6:30pm $120.00
Age: 8–12 Cowan Park Sportsplex Boardroom
6995 Thu Jan 9–Feb 13 6:45–7:30pm $120.00
Physical Literacy Sportball
“Physical literacy is the motivation, confidence, Multi–Sport, Drop–Off
physical competence, knowledge and understanding In our Drop-Off Indoor or Outdoor Multi-Sport classes,
to value and take responsibility for engagement in children learn the fundamentals of eight different sports
physical activities for life.” in a fun, stress-free, non-competitive setting. Drop- Off
—International Physical Literacy Association Multi-Sport classes keep children moving and engaged
and send them home with a new skill from a different
Tennis Level 1 sport each class. If you’re looking for a way to give your
This is an introductory level and will stress racquet child a well-rounded sports-base, that promotes their
and ball control drills as well as skill development independence and leaves room for specialization later,
in the four basic strokes: forehand, backhand, serve look no further. Please note: Aside from the first class,
and volley. This program is for players with little or no and the parent participation class, it is expected that
previous tennis experience or youngsters who have parents remain outside the gym area while the class is
completed the preschool tennis program. taking place.
Age: 7–9 Richardson Park Age: 6–10 Cowan Park Sportsplex Turf
6878 Tue Sep 10–Oct 29 5:30–6:30pm $66.00 6999 Sat Sep 14–Nov 23* 12:00–1:00pm $175.60
Age: 10–13 Richardson Park 7000 Sat Jan 11–Mar 7* 12:00–1:00pm $140.48
6879 Tue Sep 10–Oct 29 6:30–7:30pm $66.00 * No sessions Oct 12, Feb 15.
10 Recreation & Leisure Guide Fall/Winter 2019–2020CHILDREN
Sportball: Girls Multi-Sport
This program is designed to build confidence and create
a positive atmosphere for girls to learn the skills for 8
different sports. Promoting physical literacy is important
in our youth, and the goal of this program is to help
girls develop a love for sports and see the value in
being part of team and being active.
Age: 7–12 WDCC Goff Hall
6937 Tue Sep 17–Nov 5 6:55–7:55pm $140.48
6938 Tue Jan 14–Mar 10 6:55–7:55pm $158.04
Sportball: Baseball and Soccer
This program is a skills based program designed to give Basketball
children the opportunity to develop and progress their Recreational activities will help
skills in soccer and baseball. The program will focus develop hand/eye coordination
on one sport for the first half of the season, followed and will focus on developing
by the other sport for the last half of the season. Many the fundamental skills of
gross motor skills will also be taught throughout the basketball. Emphasis is on
program to provide your child with the opportunity to passing, ball control skills
become a well-rounded athlete. Please note: this is not and shooting. Participants will
a game based program. Short games are often played enjoy practicing their skills in a
at the end of each session but the focus is on skill fun and active environment.
development and learning the game.
Age: 9–11 Springbank Public School
Age: 5–8 Cowan Park Sportsplex Turf 6892 Wed Sep 18–Nov 6 6:00–7:00pm $50.00
6935 Sat Sep 14–Nov 23* 10:55–11:55am $175.60 6893 Wed Jan 15–Mar 4 6:00–7:00pm $50.00
6936 Sat Jan 11–Mar 7* 10:55–11:55am $140.48
* No sessions Oct 12, Feb 15.
Maker Lab
The second Saturday each month we will introduce kids
to really cool techy Maker fun. Program robots, play with
Lego or try your hand at coding, just to mention a few.
Age: 6–12 Woodstock Public Library
Drop-in Sat Sep 14–Mar 14 2:00–3:30pm Free
Science Literacy Week
Dive in at the Woodstock Public Library! Science
Literacy Week is all about oceans, so join us as we
celebrate the deep blue sea in our storytime, Curiosity
Club and After School programs. We will explore sea Youth Yoga
creatures and do fun water experiments. “Sea” you Participants will learn yoga through the use of themes
there! and practical life concepts such as establishing
balanced, creating strength and expanding self-
Age: 6–9 Woodstock Public Library
awareness. Classes are designed to make learning fun
Drop-in Daily Sep 16–22 Regular hours Free
and to enable students to take their lessons off the
Kids in Motion mat and into their home and school life.
Try a bit of everything in this multi-disciplinary class Age: 6–8 WDCC Mezz Room
that combines various dance styles. Students exercise 6894 Wed Sep 25–Nov 13 6:00–6:30pm $50.00
their own creativity and focus as they develop their 6895 Wed Jan 22–Mar 11 6:00–6:30pm $50.00
fundamental movement skills. Age: 9–12 WDCC Mezz Room
Age: 7–8 WDCC Mezz Room 6896 Wed Sep 25–Nov 13 6:30–7:30pm $66.00
6876 Mon Sep 16–Nov 11* 6:30–7:15pm $42.00 6897 Wed Jan 22–Mar 11 6:30–7:30pm $66.00
6877 Mon Jan 13–Mar 9* 6:30–7:15pm $42.00
* No sessions Oct 14, Feb 17.
Recreation & Leisure Guide Fall/Winter 2019–2020 11Kids Make Meals
CHILDREN
Do you have a child who
Lego Club & Gaming
The fourth Saturday each month come build, play board
always wants to help in the
games or video game with your friends.
kitchen? Try out 1 or all of the
Kids Make Meals program Age: 10–14 Woodstock Public Library
where participants will get the Drop-in Sat Sep 28–Feb 22* 2:00–3:30pm Free
opportunity to learn how to make * No program Dec 28.
a big meal from start to finish.
Each session is a different Photography
meal where participants will learn a variety of different Do you have an interest in taking photos and getting
cooking skills they can later apply at home. the perfect shot? Come learn different techniques to
Age: 8–11 Woodstock Collegiate Institute improve your photography skills. Learn about lighting,
6890 Thu Sep 26 5:00–7:00pm $40.00 backgrounds and even how to take the perfect selfie!
6891 Thu Dec 5 5:00–7:00pm $40.00 Age 8–12 WDCC Mezz Room
6900 Tue Oct 1–Nov 5 6:00–7:00pm $49.50
Home Alone
Is your child ready to stay home alone? The Home Kids in the Kitchen
Alone safety for Kids program helps children and their Participants will be introduced to the basic kitchen
families get ready for their child’s first steps towards know how. This program will focus on teaching the
independence and being without adult supervision. safety, preparation, and clean up. As they learn to
Safety and accident prevention are the common themes create snacks and meals for themselves and others.
throughout the program. Age: 8–11 Woodstock Collegiate Institute
Age: 9–12 Southside Aquatic Centre 6887 Thu Oct 10–Nov 21* 5:00–6:30pm $61.50
6884 Fri Sep 27 9:00am-4:00pm $60.00 * No class Oct 31.
6885 Fri Mar 6 9:00am-4:00pm $60.00
12 Recreation & Leisure Guide Fall/Winter 2019–2020Cupcakes Birthday Art Party Program
CHILDREN
If you enjoy baking and have a sweet tooth then this Tour current exhibitions and create a special
is the class for you! During the class participants will art piece. Materials included in fee. Cakes and
learn how to make cupcakes from scratch and get to cutlery not included. To book a party, please
explore and be creative with learning different piping contact Woodstock Art Gallery, Head of Education
techniques to decorate them. at wageducation@cityofwoodstock.ca
Age: 8–12 Woodstock Collegiate Institute Age: 5–12 Woodstock Art Gallery
6888 Thu Jan 9 6:00–7:30pm $20.00 Sat By appointment only 2:00–4:00pm $150.00*
6889 Thu Mar 26 6:00–7:30pm $20.00 * (max. 10 children)
Library Scavenger
Hunt: Once Upon a
Wolfie
Wolfie is off to Granny’s
house, but Red Riding Hood
has stolen the basket of
goodies he planned to
give her. Stumble through
a world of fairy tales and
nursery rhymes to help
Wolfie find Red Riding Hood
Parents Night Out and the missing basket.
Looking for something to do on a Friday night? Drop in each week to find
Parents looking for a night out? Join us for fun games new clues to help Wolfie find Granny’s basket.
and swimming at Southside Aquatic Centre. Dinner Age: 3–12 Woodstock Public Library
Included! Drop-in Daily Oct 15–Jan 4 Regular hours Free
Age: 6–10 Southside Aquatic Centre
6898 Fri Oct 11 6:00–9:00pm $25.00 Lego WeDO 2.0 Advanced Robotics
6899 Fri Dec 6 6:00–9:00pm $25.00 The LEGO Education WeDo™
Robotics Construction Set, aimed
Cycling Level 1 at children aged 5–10 includes
Learn to Ride: This course is focused on basic bike LEGO bricks with one motor, two
handling skills for adults and youth who have never sensors, and a hub that connects
ridden a bike. Instruction includes helmet fit, bike the model to the computer. Simple
fit, ABC’s of bike safety readiness, handling skills, drag-and-drop visual programming
coasting/ balancing, signaling, steering, go and stop. software is then used to bring the
Please bring your bike, helmet, sunscreen and water model to life. With this kid-friendly
bottle. approach, the set makes learning
Age: 6+ Cowan Park Sportsplex Boardroom fun, inspiring and engaging. Kids
6925 Sat Oct 5 9:30–11:30am $20.00 will learn about complex topics in the fields of physics,
engineering, and programming, as well as develop
Saturday Kid’s Create motor and cognitive skills through robot building,
Each week explore a different medium, artist and art all as they have fun with LEGO bricks .Its simplicity
movement. Experience new techniques, discover, and and versatility make WeDo a great set to use in the
apply visual art concepts such as colour theory, and classroom for teaching robotics and programming
the elements and principles of design while being and enhancing STEM lessons. Children work in pairs
free to create. Students will also learn and exercise using one WeDo set and one computer or tablet, which
appropriate visual art terminology and vocabulary and improves their collaboration and communication skills.
visit current exhibitions. Age: 4–8 WDCC Mezz Room
Age: 6–12 Woodstock Art Gallery 6941 Thu Oct 17–Dec 12 6:00-7:00pm $92.00
6829 Sat Oct 12–Nov 16 10:30am–12:30pm $100.00* 6942 Thu Jan 16–Mar 5 6:00-7:00pm $92.00
* $100/non-members; $85/members. * No class Oct 31.
Recreation & Leisure Guide Fall/Winter 2019–2020 13CHILDREN
VEX IQ
VEX IQ robotic tools enable anyone to lead their own
STEM learning experience. Without even realizing it,
kids will begin to instinctively apply these lessons
to their as they advance through the program. VEX
IQ allows students to develop hands-on learning
experience and spark their interest before they decide Babysitting Course
that engineering “isn’t cool.” With the growing societal In this course, participants learn how to run a small
need to enhance science, technology, engineering, babysitting business and how to supervise younger
and mathematics (STEM) instruction in classrooms, siblings or other children in a safe and responsible
especially at the elementary and middle school levels, manner. Aspiring babysitters also learn basic first aid
there is a call for integrated learning programs that skills.
allow teachers to engage students in creative and Age: 11–14 Southside Aquatic Centre
meaningful ways while also meeting today’s rigorous 6886 Fri Nov 15 9:00am-4:00pm $60.00
academic standards.
As the ideal platform for exploring essential STEM Computer Science
fundamentals and computer science concepts, VEX IQ Education Week
is proud to offer standards-matched curriculum, ready Celebrate Computer Science week by participating
for classroom use. in the #HourOfCode at WPL. No coding experience
Age: 9–14 WDCC Mezz Room is required – the #HourOfCode is an opportunity for
6943 Thu Oct 17–Dec 12* 7:15-8:15pm $92.00 everyone to learn basic coding concepts in a fun
6944 Thu Jan 16–Mar 5 7:15-8:15pm $92.00 way. Drop in to the After School Meet Up and STEAM
* No class Oct 31.
storytime for fun coding activities.
Age: 6–12 Woodstock Public Library
My Safe Life Drop-in Mon–Sat Dec 9–14 Regular hours Free
In this interactive and fun safety program, kids learn
and practice skills for a lifetime of safety. Traditional Family Literacy Day
and digital gaming techniques are used to cover Join us on Saturday, January 25th as we celebrate
topics like people safety, appropriate social and digital Woodstock Family Literacy Day with a variety of free
behaviours, safe travels, online safety, getting help, drop in programs all day long starting with a family
fire safety, accident prevention and basic first aid. storytime at 10:30 am! Enter our draws to win great
Children take home the My Safe Life manual and card book prizes for children from babies to teens. Joining
of completion. the festivities will be Dance in Style. Details to follow.
Age: 7–9 Southside Aquatic Centre Age: All ages Woodstock Public Library
6883 Fri Oct 25 9:00am-4:00pm $60.00 Drop-in Sat Jan 25 10:00am–5:00pm Free
14 Recreation & Leisure Guide Fall/Winter 2019–2020H O L I D AY P R O G R A M S Holiday Camp
HOLIDAY PROGRAMS
Designed for first time campers, this
program offers a great introduction
with a busy, full day routine. We
will spend our week making crafts,
playing active games and building
friendships! Children must be potty trained.
Age: 4–5 Woodstock District Community Complex
6866 M, F Dec 23, 27 8:30am–4:30pm $79.00
6867 M, Th, F Dec 30, Jan 2–3 8:30am–4:30pm $118.50
Holiday I Spy
Check out the display case in the
Children’s department and test
your skills with our Christmas I Spy
quiz. Get the answers right and you
could win a fun prize! Winners will
be announced January 7.
Age: All Ages Woodstock Public Library
Drop-in Daily Dec 1–23 Regular hours Free Holiday Camp
Looking for a week filled with
Christmas Storytime adventure, crafts, and active games?
Experienced, trained, and talented
and a Visit with Santa staff are dedicated to providing a
Families can enjoy a Christmas storytime and then visit
safe day full of fun opportunities.
with Santa by the fireplace upstairs in the Library. For a
donation of $2 to the CAS, have a photo with Santa! Age: 6–12 Woodstock District Community Complex
6902 M, F Dec. 23, 27 8:30am–4:30pm $70.00
Age: 6–12
6903 M, Th, F Dec 30, Jan 2–3 8:30am–4:30pm $105.00
Drop-in Fri Dec 6 6:30–7:45pm Free
Jingo and Lego Challenge
Drop in to play Christmas-themed Bingo and try your
hand at fun Christmas Lego challenges! There will be
prizes!
Age: 6–12 Woodstock Public Library
Drop-in Sat Dec 7 2:00–3:30pm Free
Santa Saturdays!
Free Family Fun! Super Hero Camp
Discover and create free self-serve activities from the
Calling All Superheroes! Create your secret identity,
art cart for the whole family. Experience the Gallery and
improve your super skills, make new friends, create your
the current exhibits. This is a FREE family event.
‘one of a kind’ cape, and don’t forget the backstory.
Age: Everyone Woodstock Art Gallery Play indoor/outdoor games, make crafts and get excited
Drop-in Sat Dec 7,14,21,28 11:00am–1:00pm Free about Thor, Super Girl and everything super hero this
week! Register before Dec 19.
Age: 5–12 Woodstock Museum
7374 M,T,Th, F Dec 30,31, Jan 2,3 8:30am–4:30 pm $140.00*
* $140/non-members; $120/members.
Recreation & Leisure Guide Fall/Winter 2019–2020 15Let It Snow Day
HOLIDAY PROGRAMS
Instructor: Dee Logan
Snowy, Blowy Theatre
Enjoy a warm movie on a cold day! Snacks provided.
Explore a variety of artistic mediums and develop a
basic understanding of the elements and principles Age: 5–12 Woodstock Public Library
of design. Materials included in registration fee. Drop-in Fri Jan 3 10:30am–12:00pm Free
Bring lunch and snacks. This program is offered on
select days.
Let It Snow!
Drop in any time during the afternoon for wintery
Age: 5–12 Woodstock Art Gallery activities and crafts throughout the children’s area.
6875 Thu Jan 2 9:00am–4:00pm $45.00*
Age: All Ages Woodstock Public Library
* $45/non-members; $35/members per session. Early-care and/or after-care is Drop-in Fri Jan 3 1:00–5:00pm Free
an extra $5/day (drop off as early as 8:30am; pick up as late as 4:30pm).
CREATIVE
Choose Your Own Adventure:
Full Steam Ahead!
You and your friends are enjoying a nice, warm, tropical
vacation. While on the beach, you notice a worn piece
PROGRAM
of paper lying next to a palm tree. You pick it up. It
looks like a treasure map. Do you, a) Follow the map?
Or b) Leave it next to the tree? It’s a real life Choose
Your Own Adventure Game at the library! Solve puzzles,
program robots and see if the choices you make lead
you to the treasure!
Age: 6–12 Woodstock Public Library Creative Family Day
Thu Jan 2 2:00–2:45pm Free Experience the Gallery, current exhibits and free
Thu Jan 2 3:00–3:45pm Free activities for the whole family.
This is a FREE family event (excluding the morning
movie – advance tickets only available at the Woodstock
Art Gallery). Families can enjoy art and culture in
Woodstock all within walking distance. Experience
film, go for a swim, make art, partake in storytelling,
learn history, and check out behind-the-scenes stage
production. This is a FREE family event.
Age: Everyone Gallery Cinemas
Mon Feb 17 9:30–11:00am $7.00*
Age: Everyone Woodstock Art Gallery
Drop-in Mon Feb 17 11:00am–1:00pm Free
Age: Everyone Woodstock Museum
Drop-in Mon Feb 17 11:00am–2:00pm Free
Holiday Drop-In Free Family Fun!
Discover and create free self-serve seasonal Age: Everyone Theatre Woodstock
activities from the art cart for the whole family. Drop-in Mon Feb 17 1:00–3:00pm Free
Stay and explore the Gallery and the current exhibits. * $7.00/advance tickets only for the movie.
This is a FREE family event generously sponsored by
A&A Environmental Consultants Inc. Family Day
Join us for some active games and fun with your family
this Family day. Parachutes, balls, skipping ropes and
other fun equipment available for you and your family to
spend some quality time playing.
Age: Everyone Cowan Park Sportsplex Turf
Age: Everyone Woodstock Art Gallery
Drop-in Mon Feb 17 11:00am–3:00pm Free
Drop-in Thu–Sat Jan 2, 3, 4 11:00am–1:00pm Free
Age: Everyone WDCC Goff Hall
Drop-in Mon Feb 17 3:00–5:00pm Free
16 Recreation & Leisure Guide Fall/Winter 2019–2020MARCH BREAK March Break ART CAMP 2020
MARCH BREAK
Discover a new medium each day!
Explore the creative community and discover the
people, animals and other creatures that share our
space. This week design and create some amazing
projects and objects from a ton of stuff! Discover
sculpture, collage, drawing, painting, and more! Tour
the exhibits, experiment with a variety of creative
techniques and play some really cool games.
Age: 5–12 Woodstock Art Gallery
6837 Mon–Fri Mar 16–20 9:00am–4:00pm $175.00*
* $175/non-members; $150/members for full week. Early-care and/or after-care
is an extra $5/day (drop off as early as 8:30am; pick up as late as 4:30pm)
March Break – Mission to Mars Camp Little Medical School:
Blast off! Join us for a fun look into people’s fascination Winter Wilderness
with Mars and all things space! Try our astronaut Wilderness medicine brings medicine, science and the
training activities, see a space shuttle launch video, importance of health to children in an entertaining and
decide for yourself if Martians exist and learn all about fun way. Children learn about hypothermia, how to tie a
the red planet. Each day will bring different space tourniquet, splint a broken leg, as well as ice and water
games, rover crafts and special guests. safety!
Age: 5–12 Woodstock Museum Age: 6–10 Cowan Park Sportsplex Boardroom
7377 Mon–Fri Mar 16-20 8:30am–4:30 pm $160.00* 6997 Mon–Fri Mar 16–20 9:00am–12:00pm $165.00
* $160/non-members; $140/members.
LEGO WEDO 2.0 Advanced Robotics
March Break Free Family Program The LEGO Education WeDo™ Robotics Construction
Set, aimed at children aged 5-10 includes LEGO bricks
Discover the gallery with self-serve activities from the with one motor, two sen- sors, and a hub that connects
art cart! Explore the exhibits, investigate a variety of the model to the computer. Simple drag-and-drop visual
techniques and create your own art. This is a FREE programming software is then used to bring the model
family event. to life. With this kid-friendly approach, the set makes
learning fun, inspiring and engaging. Kids learn about
Age: Everyone Woodstock Art Gallery complex topics in the fields of physics, engineering, and
Drop-in Mon–Fri Mar 16–20 11:00am–1:00pm Free programming, as well as develop motor and cognitive
skills through robot building, all as they have fun with
March Break Camp LEGO bricks.
Designed for first time campers, this
program offers a great introduction Age: 5–12 WDCC Mezz Room
with a busy, full day routine. We 6998 Mon–Fri Mar 16–20 9:00am–4:00pm $175.00
will spend our week making crafts,
playing active games and building Unlock Your Creative Genius!
friendships! Children must be potty trained. This March Break, unlock your creative genius and
exercise both sides of the brain! We’ll have programs
Age: 4–5 Woodstock District Community Complex for your creative right side with arts, music and craft
6865 Mon–Fri Mar 16–20 8:30am–4:30pm $175.00 programs and your genius left side with lots of STEM
activities and programs. Check out our fun evening
March Break Camp programs for teens to! All Library March Break
Looking for a week filled with
programs are free, and some may require registration.
adventure, crafts, and active
Stay tuned for more details!
games? Experienced, trained,
and talented staff are dedicated Age: 3–14 Woodstock Public Library
to providing a safe day full of fun Daily Mar14–22 Regular hours Free
opportunities.
Age: 6–12 Woodstock District Community Complex
6901 Mon–Fri Mar 16–20 8:30am–4:30pm $160.00
Recreation & Leisure Guide Fall/Winter 2019–2020 17C O WA N PA R K S P O R T S P L E X
Cowan Park Sportsplex
COWAN PARK SPORTSPLEX
Adult Walking Soccer
Drop-in Programs Do you enjoy the game of soccer but find that running
may be difficult on your body? Try Walking Soccer! The
rules are the same as traditional soccer however you
Drop-in Fees can’t jog or run. This is a great way to stay active and
Age Groups Single Book of 10 keep playing the sport you love! Please bring indoor
Youth (1–17) $2.75 $24.75 running shoes.
Adult (18–59) $4.00 $36.00 Age: 5–18 Cowan Park Sportsplex Turf
Senior (60+) $3.25 $29.25 Mon–Sun Sep 3–Mar 22 11:00am–12:00pm See Fees
Group* $9.00 $81.00
* Group should include at least 1 adult and 1 youth, to a maximum of 5.
Adult Pickleball
Pickleball is the fastest growing sport in Ontario! Join
Payment must be made before entering the facility. the fun at our drop in Pickleball times available. Come
Admission standards must be maintained at all times. by yourself or with some friends to get some exercise
All children under 10 yrs must be accompanied by a and have fun. Teams will be organized by participants
parent/guardian (12+). All rates include HST. and made upon arrival of individuals who come to
participate on that particular day.
Cash, Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Debit and
Cheque are accepted as methods of payment. Age: Adult, Beginner Cowan Park Sportsplex Hall
Mon, Wed Sep 4–Mar 18 10:00am–12:00pm See Fees
Age: Adult, Intermediate Cowan Park Sportsplex Hall
Tue, Thu Sep 3–Mar 19 10:00am–12:00pm See Fees
Age: Adult, Open Cowan Park Sportsplex Hall
Tue, Thu Sep 3–Mar 19 2:00–4:00pm See Fees
Fri, Sat, Sun Sep 6–Mar 22 10:00am–12:00pm See Fees
Parent & Tot Active Time
Get active with your little one in an instructed indoor
turf environment. Equipment such as balls, hoops,
ropes etc. will be provided for your convenience. Please
bring indoor running shoes for you and your little one.
All children must be accompanied by an adult. No
registration required.
Age: 16 mos–3 yrs Cowan Park Sportsplex Turf
Mon Sep 3–Mar 22* 10:00–11:00am See Fees
Youth Volleyball
Looking to get some extra practice in or just want to
* No sessions Oct 14, Nov 11, Feb 17. come and have some fun? Come to our youth volleyball
drop in time to scrimmage with other attendees or
Youth/Teen Turf Drop In spend some time practicing your volleyball skills!
Keep yourself moving with the Youth/Teen Drop in time.
Age: 10–17 Cowan Park Sportsplex Hall
Soccer Balls and Footballs will be supplied for youth/
Fri Sep 6–Mar 20 4:00–5:00pm See Fees
teens to spend some time running on the turf and
practicing their throws and kicks. Please bring indoor Imagination Playground
running shoes.
Age: 16 mos–3 yrs Cowan Park Sportsplex Turf
Age: 5–18 Cowan Park Sportsplex Turf Thu Sep 5–Mar 19 1:30–2:30pm See Fees
Tue, Thu, Fri Sep 3–Mar 20 4:00–5:00pm See Fees Sun Sep 8–Mar 15 1:30–2:30pm See Fees
Sun Sep 7–Mar 15 10:00–11:00am See Fees
18 Recreation & Leisure Guide Fall/Winter 2019–2020TEEN Drop-in Tue Dec 17* 6:30–8:00pm Free
TEEN
Christmas slime jars and a holiday movie
Drop-in Tue Jan 28 6:30–8:00pm Free
Summer in January – beach candles
and ice cream sundae bar
Drop-in Tue Feb 25 6:30–8:00pm Free
DIY bath products and video gaming
* December’s program held one week early on Dec 17.
Volunteer Information Session
The WAG is looking for volunteers in a variety of
capacities throughout our organization. Learn
how you can share your passion of art. During the
information session, find out how you can; meet new
TAG – Teen Advisory Group people, expand your skills, and experience engaging,
The Library is looking for teens in grades 7 to 12 who relevant and insightful new learning opportunities.
want the opportunity to share their ideas for ways to No experience required.
improve our teen space, YA collections and help to plan Age: 14+ Woodstock Art Gallery
fun events for teens. We meet the second Tuesday Wed Sep 25 7:00–8:00pm Free
of each month from September to June. You can also Sat Sep 28 1:00–2:00pm Free
earn community service hours towards your high school
diploma. Interested teens can fill out the application Teen Yoga
form available at the library or on our website. New Participants will learn yoga through the use of themes
members are always welcome! and practical life concepts such as establishing
Age: 13–17 Woodstock Public Library balanced, creating strength and expanding self-
Drop-in Tue Sep 10–Mar 10 7:00–8:00pm Free awareness. Classes are designed to make learning fun
and to enable students to take their lessons off the
Basketball mat and into their home and school life.
Recreational activities will help Age: 13–17 WDCC Mezz Room
develop hand/eye coordination 6918 Wed Sep 25–Nov 13 7:30-8:30pm $66.00
and will focus on developing the 6919 Wed Jan 22–Mar 11 7:30-8:30pm $66.00
fundamental skills of basketball.
Emphasis is on passing, ball control Mad Skills
skills and shooting. Participants Drop in the first Tuesday evening of the month
will enjoy practicing their skills in a fun and active to develop some “mad skills” with this range of
environment. workshops for teens. Snacks provided. No registration
Age: 12–14 Springbank Public School required.
6914 Wed Sep 18–Nov 6 7:00–8:00pm $50.00 Age: 12–17 Woodstock Public Library
6915 Wed Jan 15–Mar 4 7:00-8:00pm $50.00 Tue Oct 1 6:30–8:00pm Free
Age 15–17 Springbank Public School Costume Makeup – Registration required
6916 Wed Sep 18–Nov 6 8:00–9:00pm $50.00 Drop-in Tue Nov 5 6:30–8:00pm Free
6917 Wed Jan 15–Mar 4 8:00–9:00pm $50.00 Teen Finances
Drop-in Tue Dec 3 6:30–8:00pm Free
Teen Drop In TBA
Drop in on the fourth Tuesday evening of the month for
a variety of artsy projects and techy activities. Snacks High School Portfolio Day
provided. No registration required. The WAG is excited to offer the 3rd annual portfolio day
Age: 11–15 Woodstock Public Library information sessions. Find out how you can: meet new
Drop-in Tue Sep 24 6:30–8:00pm Free people/artists and arts professionals, expand your own
Stress Less – Stress balls and mini Zen gardens portfolio skills, and experience engaging, relevant and
Drop-in Tue Oct 22 6:30–8:00pm Free insightful new learning opportunities. No experience
Creepy cookies and a Halloween movie required.
Drop-in Tue Nov 26 6:30–8:00pm Free Age: 13+ Woodstock Art Gallery
Minute to Win It and Perler bead creations Fri Oct 4 8:30am–2:00pm Free
Recreation & Leisure Guide Fall/Winter 2019–2020 19Printmaking Possibilities – Discover Drawing!
TEEN
Drypoint Etching This March Break, students have the opportunity
Instructor: Andrew Moore to work with arts professional, Mercedes Schuster.
You don’t need to be an artist to discover the endless Students will be introduced to contemporary and
possibilities that printmaking has to offer. This traditional drawing practices, exploring popular artists
workshop is an opportunity for everyone to check out and art fundamentals through hands-on studio
the WAG’s newly developed environmentally responsible experience. Tour current exhibitions, and build your
printmaking studio with no pressure. Students will portfolio.
discover intaglio printmaking methods and practices. Age: 12–17 Woodstock Art Gallery
Make a beautifully designed, drypoint etching, suitable 6838 Mon–Wed Mar 16–18 1:00–4:30pm $100.00*
for greeting or birthday cards. All materials are included * 3-day session: $100/non-members; $85/members
in the cost of registration. To save time, students are One-day: $35/non-members; $30/members
asked to bring in ready to use drawn or printed images
in preparation for their idea. Images will be provided for Silkscreen Printmaking
those who require them. Instructor: Paulina Szczesny
Age: 14+ Woodstock Art Gallery Discover screen printing. Design a logo, create a
6842 Wed Oct 9–23 6:30–9:00pm $100.00* pattern, and practice printing techniques on paper
and fabric. Explore the tools and materials and how to
* $100/non-members; $85/members.
properly use them when creating stencils and stencil
design with Paulina Szczesny. All materials are included
Snow Buddies in the cost of registration. Please bring a snack, your
Interested in helping out a neighbor this winter? Or do
imagination and plastic bag to carry artworks home.
you still need to earn community volunteer hours for
school? Register with the Snow Buddies Program which Age: 12–17 Woodstock Art Gallery
will include training in customer service, safety, and 6839 Thu & Fri Mar 19 & 20 1:00–4:30pm $100.00*
more! * $100/non-members; $85/members.
Age: 13–17 Location NA
6945 Tue Oct 22 3:30–5:00pm Free Principles of Healthy Child
6946 Tue Nov 19 3:30–5:00pm Free Development
High Five® training provides participants with nationally
recognized certification that will assist them in
working with children’s programs in the sport and
recreation industry. Several municipalities, not-for-profit
organizations, and service providers either require or
recommend High five certification for employment. The
principles of healthy Child Development certification
course is designed to assist leaders in best practices
for delivering programs to children. This one day course
is a requirement for anyone interested in working
for the City of Woodstock Summer programs and/or
recreation programs.
Age: 13+ Cowan Park Sportsplex Boardroom
6909 Sat Mar 21 9:00-3:30pm $67.80
Kitchen Prep for Students Learn to Lead
This program prepares young people for life and
Going off to school and moving out involves a lot of
leadership opportunities through dynamic and fun
change for students! Help make the transition easier
team building experiences. This program will challenge
by ensuring you know how to cook for yourself. In this
attitudes and ways of thinking to help young people
class you will learn how to make easy meals for single
reach their full potential as leaders, whether it is in
portions, how to eat healthy on a student’s budget and
their school, in their work or in their community. Their
how to work safely in the kitchen.
personal limits will be tested in order to better prepare
Age: 16+ Woodstock Collegiate Institute them for life.
6913 Thu Nov 28 6:00–7:30pm $30.00
Age: 12–14 Southside Aquatic Centre Room A
6910 Thu Jan 9–Feb 13 6:00-8:00pm $84.25
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