Fall 2017 Recreation Guide

Fall 2017 Recreation Guide

Recreation Guide

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Community Centre - Annandale NHS Station Arts Centre - Senior Centre - Oxford County Library Get active this autumn

CONNECTED. ENRICHED. INSPIRED.

www.tillsonburg.ca/recreation

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Family Fun

Learn about community swims, skates and other family-friendly programs.

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Children and Youth From swimming lessons to dance classes, find programs kids will love!

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Active Adults Find aquatic and fitness programs that will help you live a more active lifestyle.

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Leisure Time Learn about heritage, arts and cultural programs.

This guide is published three times a year by the Town of Tillsonburg. Advertising rates are available upon request. Call 519.688.9011 ext.5250.

Tillsonburg Community Centre p. 519.688.9011

Annandale National Historic Site p. 519.842.2294

Tillsonburg Library p. 519.842.5571

Senior Centre p. 519.688.2520

Learn more at www.tillsonburg.ca/recreation

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HOW TO REGISTER

Phone Want to talk to a real person? Call during our business hours and we’ll be happy to help. What you need: • Credit Card and expiry date • Name of program

In Person Staff at the Community Centre provide face-to- face assistance during business hours. What you need: • Cash/Debit, Cheque or Credit Card • Name of program

Online

Did you know?

With RecConnect, you can use your credit card to register for programs any time of day or night. What you need: • Client # & PIN • Credit Card and expiry date • Name of program

*Subsidies are available to assist Tillsonburg residents who cannot afford to pay for recreation programs. For details, call 519.688.9011 x4227

*Fee Assisted Recreational Experiences & Jumpstart

Community Centre 45 Hardy Ave

To register for programs offered by Station Arts, the Tillsonburg Library and Tillsonburg Senior Centre, please contact them directly.

Tillsonburg, ON p. 519.688.9011 f. 519.842.4120

“As Canada’s sesquicentennial year concludes, I invite you to get out and enjoy all Tillsonburg has to offer including the extension of our trails. New trailhead parking facilities are on Tillson Ave. for your convenience.” Mayor Stephen Molnar

Tillsonburg Customer Service Centre p. 519.688.3009

Station Arts Centre p. 519.842.6151

Register by phone 519.688.9011

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IMPORTANT DETAI LS

Wait Listing Every effort will be made to create a spot for you in a session. You will be contacted ONLY if a spot has been created. Cancellations We reserve the right to change or cancel programs if necessary. In the event of inclement weather, listen to Easy101.3 or check www.tillsonburg.ca for updates. There may also be times when the pool has to be shut down due to unforeseen circumstances. At these times, a free family swim pass may be provided. HST Fees in this guide are subject to HST. Note that HST does not apply to programs for children 14 years of age and under (excluding rentals). Transfer Requests Class transfer must occur prior to the third class and will be based on class availability. After the third class, transfers will only be allowed at a Program Coordinator’s discretion. Credit Procedure If your plans change and you need to withdraw from a class, pro-rated credit will be given to you if you notify us prior to the third class. Credits will remain on account for up to 2 years, after which time they expire. Returned NSF Cheques / Credit Cards Payments made by cheque or credit card which are not accepted by the bank, must be replaced with a cash payment. A $35.00 administrative fee will be charged for each returned cheque or rejected credit card. Accessibility We endeavour to promote public awareness and sensitivity to all persons with disabilities; to identify, document and address accessibility issues and con- cerns; and to provide high quality services that are accessible to all persons within the community regardless of disability. In keeping with this vision, the Town of Tillsonburg is committed to ensuring that people with disabilities enjoy the same opportunities as all who live, work, visit and invest in our community. Anyone requiring one-on-one assistance to attend our programs may have their support person attend free of charge (excluding personal trainers and therapists). Family Discounts Each additional child receives a 30% discount on qualifying programs. Online users must call 519.688.9011 to receive the discount.

Community Centre Customer Service Desk

Monday to Friday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM Sunday 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM*

*Beginning September 5

Holidays October 9 Closed December 24 Closing at 11:30 AM

December 25 Closed December 26 Closed

December 31 Closing at 11:30 AM January 1 Closed March 30 Closed

During the winter months, the only entrances available between 5:30 AM - 9:00 AM will be the Parking Lot (east side) and Pool Deck (west side).

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FAMI LY FUN

Community Skate (Begins October 1) Day Time Location Tuesday 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM Memorial Thursday 10:15 AM - 11:45 AM Community Friday 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM Memorial Sunday 1:15 PM - 2:45 PM Community

Skate Admission Standards We want everyone to be safe and have fun when they come skating. Please note the following: • All participants must wear skates while on the ice for safety • Caregivers without skates must supervise from off the ice • Assistive devices (i.e. • Sports equipment (sticks, rings or pucks) is NOT allowed on the ice • It is recommended that

Daily Admission Toddler (under 2) Children (2-12 yrs)

Rate (incl. HST)

children wear a CSA approved helmet and face cage • Some Public Skates may be cancelled due to tournaments, PA days or special events

FREE $ 2.00 $ 4.25 $ 9.00

chairs, pylons, stroll- ers) are NOT allowed on the ice other than the skate aids we provide

Adult (13+ yrs)

Family (up to 5 persons) 20 passes (under 13) 20 passes (age 13+)

$ 30.00 $ 60.00

T i l l s o n b u r g Skate Shop Precision Figure & Hockey Skate Sharpening New & Used Hockey and Figure Skates We sell all your skating needs Located at the Community Centre (Arena Level) 45 Hardy Ave. Monday Tues/Wed/Fri Saturday Sunday 4:00 - 9:00 PM 6:00 - 9:00 PM 9:00 - 7:00 PM 10:00 - 4:00 PM

FREE PA Day Skates

Day Location Oct 27 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM Memorial Arena Nov 17 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM Memorial Arena *No community skate (3:30 PM - 5:00 PM) on these dates Time

FREE Holiday Skates

Day Location Dec 27-29 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM Memorial Arena Jan 2-5 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM Memorial Arena Time FREE New Year’s Eve Skate Day Time Location Dec 31 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Memorial Generously sponsored by

*Hours for September - March April - Aug by appointment

Michael Papaioannou c. 519.688.8276 p. 519.842.4946 (home)

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FAMI LY FUN

Community Swims

Family-Friendly Swim Times Community Swim (Sept 11 - Dec 23)

Day

Time

Saturday Sunday

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Admission

Rate

Adult (age 13+) Child (age 2-12) Toddler (under 2)

$ 5.25 $ 3.00 FREE $ 10.00

Preschool Playtime This swim time features toys and special equip- ment designed for use by young children (ages 3 months to 5 years). Wristband Policy and Pool Admission Standards apply.

Family (5 people max)

Wristband Policy and Pool Admission Standards apply.

Holiday Swims (Dec 24 - Jan 6) Enjoy our special community swims during the holiday season.

Day

Time

Wednesday

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Day

Time

Sunday

Tuesday (Jan 2)

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

Wednesdays

Thursdays

Fridays

Saturdays

Swim with Santa Come swim and splash with Santa. All ages welcome. Normal admission rates. Day Time December 16 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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Learn more at www.tillsonburg.ca/recreation

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Wristband Policy and Pool Admission Standards Our facility uses wristbands to identify young and at-risk swimmers in the pool.

- Given to children 5 years old and under - Given to children 6-9 years who don’t pass the swim test - Given to children ages 6-9 years who want to attempt the swim test

- Given to children ages 6-9 years who have passed the swim test

Age 5 and Under

• Children must be within arm’s reach of a guardian (12 years+) at all times, regardless of swimming ability. • Children under the age of 5 may not be admitted to the swimming pool unless they are accompanied by a parent or guardian (12 years+) • One guardian will be required for every two children (1:2)

Age 6-9 years

Facility Swim Test To pass the facility swim test, a child must be able to swim two widths of the pool with his or her face in the water. Swimmers must maintain a regular, comfortable breath- ing pattern and must not stop during the entire distance.

• Children must successfully complete the facility swim test in order to swim independently of their guardian (12 years+). If they do not pass, they must stay within arm’s reach of the guardian. • One guardian will be required for every four children (1:4) • One guardian may supervise up to eight children (1:8) wearing lifejackets

Individuals with Serious Medical Conditions Individuals with serious medical conditions should be

accompanied by an individual 12 years of age or older who is knowledge- able of the condition and can assume responsibility for direct supervision.

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WINTER SEASON REGISTRATION LEARN-TO-SKATE PROGRAMS BEGIN OCTOBER 2017 Programs Available for Ages 3 and up WINTER SEASON REGISTRATION LEARN-TO-SKATE P OGRAMS BEGIN OCTOBER 2017 Programs Available for Ages 3 and up

*Insurance & Fundraising Fees apply at registration. Lessons run from Oct - March One-Day or Two-Day Programs* Available *Insurance & Fundraising Fees apply at registration. Lessons run from Oct - March One-Day or Two-Day Programs* Available

Registration to be Held: September 2017

Registration to be Held: September 2017

For more information: www.tillsonburgskatingclub.com or e-mail [email protected] Watch for Details on the Club website www.tillsonburgskatingclub.com Registration Location: Tillsonburg Community Centre Lower Level

For more information: www.tillso burgskatingclub.com or e-mail [email protected] Watch for Details on the Club website www.tillsonburgskatingclub.com Registration Location: Tillsonburg Community Centre Lower Level

is a gymnastics club for children up to 17 years of age. Location: Woodstock District Community Complex For more information, visit the website: www.woodstockgymclub.com To find detailed information about the Fall Term Recreational Program, click on the link for Recreational

Gymnastics Information. Phone: (519) 421-0953

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AQUATICS

*Fees shown below are for Tillsonburg residents. Add $0.50 for non-residents.

Spend quality time with your child while you both have fun learning and socializ- ing with other families. Mom and Dad are welcome—or even a grandparent! Parent and Tot - Level I, II and III Level I: 4 months - 12 months Fee: $ 46.50 (7 classes); $ 53.00 (8 classes) Day Time Option 1 Classes Option 2 Classes Mon 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM Sept 11 7 Nov 6 7 Wed 5:00 PM - 5:30 PM Sept 13 8 Nov 8 7 Fri 5:00 PM - 5:30 PM Sept 15 8 Nov 10 7 Sat 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM Sept 16 8 Nov 11 7 Level II: 12 months - 24 months Fee: $ 46.50 (7 classes); $ 53.00 (8 classes) Day Time Option 1 Classes Option 2 Classes Mon 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM Sept 11 7 Nov 6 7 Wed 5:30 PM - 6:00 PM Sept 13 8 Nov 8 7 Fri 5:30 PM - 6:00 PM Sept 15 8 Nov 10 7 Sat 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM Sept 16 8 Nov 11 7 Level III: 12 months - 24 months Fee: $ 46.50 (7 classes); $ 53.00 (8 classes) Day Time Option 1 Classes Option 2 Classes Mon 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Sept 11 7 Nov 6 7 Wed 5:00 PM - 5:30 PM Sept 13 8 Nov 8 7 Fri 5:00 PM - 5:30 PM Sept 15 8 Nov 10 7 Sat 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM Sept 16 8 Nov 11 7 Designed for children who have taken Parent and Tot 3 but do not meet the age requirement for our Preschool levels. Class ratio 1:4. Guppy Age: 2+ years Fee: $ 46.50 (7 classes); $ 53.00 (8 classes) Day Time Option 1 Classes Option 2 Classes Tues 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM Sept 12 8 Nov 7 7 Thurs 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM Sept 14 8 Nov 9 7

Swim diapers are available for purchase at the Health Club Desk and the Tillsonburg Store (near the viewing area). Did you know?

Register online or by phone 519.688.9011

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AQUATICS

Lesson Finder - Indoor Pool

Level

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Sept 11 - Oct 30 (7 classes - No class Oct 9 ) Nov 6 - Dec 18 (7 classes)

Sept 12 - Oct 31 (8 classes) Nov 7 - Dec 19 (7 classes) 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

Sept 13 - Nov 1 (8 classes) Nov 8 - Dec 20 (7 classes)

Guppy

Preschool 1

4:30 PM - 5:00 PM

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM 5:00 PM - 5:30 PM 6:15 PM - 6:45 PM

5:30 PM - 6:00 PM 6:15 PM - 6:45 PM 6:45 PM - 7:15 PM 5:30 PM - 6:00 PM 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM 5:45 PM - 6:15 PM 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM 6:45 PM - 7:15 PM 5:30 PM - 6:00 PM 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM 5:00 PM - 5:30 PM 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM 5:30 PM - 6:15 PM 6:15 PM - 7:00 PM 6:45 PM - 7:30 PM 5:00 PM - 5:45 PM 5:30 PM - 6:15 PM 6:45 PM - 7:30 PM 6:00 PM - 6:45 PM 6:00 PM - 6:45 PM

Preschool 2

4:30 PM - 5:00 PM

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Preschool 3

4:30 PM - 5:00 PM

9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

Preschool 4

9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

Preschool 5

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM 5:30 PM - 6:00 PM

Preschool 6

Swimmer 1

5:00 PM - 5:30 PM

Swimmer 2

5:00 PM - 5:30 PM

Swimmer 3

5:00 PM - 5:45 PM

Swimmer 4

Swimmer 5 Swimmer 6 Rookie Patrol Ranger Patrol Star Patrol Bronze Star

5:00 PM - 6:00 PM 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM 6:00 PM- 7:00 PM

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Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Details

Sept 14 - Nov 2 (8 classes) Nov 9 - Dec 21 (7 classes)

Sept 15 - Nov 3 (8 classes) Nov 10 - Dec 22 (7 classes)

Sept 16 - Nov 4 (8 classes) Nov 11 - Dec 23 (7 classes)

9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

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10:00 - 10:30 AM 10:30 - 11:00 AM

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM 5:00 PM - 5:30 PM 6:15 PM - 6:45 PM

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5:30 PM - 6:00 PM 6:15 PM - 6:45 PM 6:45 PM - 7:15 PM 5:30 PM - 6:00 PM 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM 6:45 PM - 7:15 PM 6:00 PM- 6:30 PM 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM

10:00 - 10:30 AM 10:30 - 11:00 AM

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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10:00 - 10:30 AM 10:30 - 11:00 AM

9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

p. 14

9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

10:30 - 11:00 AM

p. 14

10:00 - 10:30 AM 10:30 - 11:00 AM 10:30 - 11:00 AM 10:00 - 10:30 AM 10:30 - 11:00 AM

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

p. 14

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM 5:30 PM - 6:00 PM

p. 14

5:30 PM - 6:00 PM 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM

p. 15

5:00 - 5:30 PM 6:00 - 6:30 PM 6:30 - 7:00 PM 5:30 - 6:15 PM 6:45 - 7:30 PM 5:30 - 6:15 PM 6:45 - 7:30 PM 6:00 - 6:45 PM 6:00 - 6:45 PM 5:30 - 6:30 PM 5:30 - 6:30 PM 6:30 - 7:30 PM 6:30 - 7:30 PM

10:00 - 10:30 AM 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

p. 15

11:15 AM - 12:00 PM

p. 15

11:15 AM - 12:00 PM

p. 15

11:00 AM - 11:45 AM 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Register online or by phone 519.688.9011

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Tillsonburg Hydro and the Independent Electricity System Operator have joined together under the HOME ASSISTANCE program to help Ontario homeowners and tenants make their homes more energy efficient. Who is eligible for the HOME ASSISTANCE program? What is the save ON energy HOME ASSISTANCE program?

You are eligible for the HOME ASSISTANCE program if you own or are a tenant in residential housing – such as a detached or semi-detached house, a townhouse, a mobile home or a unit in a duplex, triplex or other multi-residential building and your name appears on the electric utility bill (unless you live in Non-profit housing).

AND

The total annual income of all persons living in the household is less than:

If in the past 12 months, you received at least one of: • Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) • Allowance for Seniors • Allowance for the Survivor • Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) • Ontario Works (OW) • National Child Benefit Supplement (NCBS) • Healthy Smiles Ontario Child Dental Program • Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP) • Ontario Electricity Support Program (OESP) • Natural Gas Low Income DSM Program

OR

Household Size

Total Household Income (After Taxes) †

1 person 2 people 3 people 4 people 5 people 6 people 7 people 8 people 9 people 10 people

$21,773

$30,792

$37,712

$43,546

$48,686

$53,333

$57,606

$61,583

$65,319

$68,852

† As listed on your notice of assessment.

How to apply? Call Tillsonburg Hydro's HAP hotline at 519-688-3009 ext. 3301 or email us at [email protected]

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