2010-spring-summer-lac-guide

Spring and Summer 2010

Valid until August 31, 2010

2010 Leisure Guide - SPRING 3/15/10 9:26 AM

STRATFORD & DISTRICT LEISURE ACTIVITY COUNCILThe Stratford & District Leisure Activity Council is a volunteer association of organizations and individuals which offer and/orsupport leisure, recreational and educational activities/programs.

Goals of the Council are as follows:• To support a variety of activities for the benefit of the community.• To inform the community of events planned, individually and collaboratively, by its members.• To provide a forum for its members to share program information, resources and explore areas of mutual interest.• To promote the concept that physical activity, educational opportunities and community involvement are vital to a healthy

and vibrant community.

Projects of the Council include:• Bulletin Board • Leisure Activity Calendar • Workshops • Parade of Lights• Leisure Activity Handbook • Newspaper Column • Winterfest

LEISURE ACTIVITY HANDBOOK

This handbook is a cooperative venture by the members of the Council, listed below, to bring information to our communityon current and upcoming programs and events. We encourage you to keep this handbook in a prominent place in your homeand refer to it often. It will enrich your lives.

AGENCIES Phone Number PageCentre for Employment and Learning 519-271-4896 3-5City of Stratford Community Services Department 519-271-0250 Ext. 286 6-14Community Living Stratford and Area 519-273-1000 15Conestoga College of Applied Arts & Technology 519-271-5700 16Gallery Stratford 519-271-5271 17Living in a Nurturing Community (LINC) 519-275-7377 18Perth District Health Unit 519-271-7600 19-22Spruce Lodge 519-271-2773 Ext. 2 23St. John Ambulance 519-271-2290 24St. Marys Public Library 519-284-3346 25Stratford and District Horticultural Society 519-271-8602 26Stratford Civic Beautification 519-273-4090 27Stratford Meals On Wheels & Neighbourly Services 519-271-2217 28Stratford Minor Sports Council 519-272-0813 29Stratford-Perth Museum 519-393-5311 30-31Stratford Public Library 519-271-0220 32-33Stratford-Perth Archives 519-271-0531 34Taoist Tai Chi Society of Canada – Stratford 519-273-5614 35Volunteeers in Perth 519-271-1329 36YMCA of Stratford-Perth 519-271-0480 37-39

SunshineMontessoriSchool

“Nurturing each child’s curiosity and love for learning”

An OutstandingEducationalExperience 426 Britannia Street, Stratford, ON N5A 6A3

Please call us at: 519-273-4635

Come tour our classrooms. Meet our teachers anddiscover the difference a Montessori education will

make for your child.

Serving Toddlers Through Teens18 months to 14 years

Sunshine Montessori School

Introducing the first of its kind in Stratford

18 months - 2-1/2 years“It’s amazing how much your children

can learn at this age.”

Toddler Program


CENTRE FOR EMPLOYMENT AND LEARNING

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Call for info519-271-4030 or visit

[email protected]

The Cadet Program is a great way to make friends, find out more about Canada and developnew skills that will be with you for life no matter what career you choose.

We meet every Wednesday 6:30-9:30 pm at Stratford Armoury, 80 Waterloo St. S., Stratford

Calling All Boys & Girls Ages 12-18There is no registration fees or dues to join Sea Cadets.



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Fanshawe Conservation Area - LondonClarke Road, north of Huron Street, 519-451-2800

Pittock Conservation Area - W0odstockPittock Park Road, east of Highway 59, 519-539-5088

Wildwood Conservation Area - St. MarysHighway 7, 11 km west of Stratford, 519-284-2931


STRATFORD COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT

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519-271-1300www.bodymovesfitness.ca

• Personal Training• Boot Camps• Learn To Run Clinics• Nordic Walking• Group Fitness Classes

- including Spinning,Yoga & TaiChi

Joan Maloney, Owner

390 Douro St, [email protected]

Book your vacationtrailer rental now!

Prime summer weeksstill available

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519-272-0062

2010 SEASON• Reasonable Membership Rates •

• FREE Group Lessons for ALL Members! •• 4 Clay Courts/2 Hard Courts/Practice Wall •

• Great Clubhouse with Deck, Lounge, Locker Roomsand Shower Facilities • FREE Kids Program Saturdays

• Junior Tennis Camps • Open April 24th to October •Call us today for a tour of our facilities!

www.stratfordtennisclub.ca



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Creating Backyard Getaways Since 1966!



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Introducing Summit Scholars Mini Camps!• Summit Scholars Mini Camps focus on math or English to help struggling

students improve their basic skills and reduce summer learning loss.• Interactive and hands-on programs allow students to have fun while

they learn! • Each week-long mini camp will run for 2 evening hours fromMonday to Friday.

• Call for more details!• Summit’s individualized tutoring programs support the Ontario Curriculum

• Low student teacher ratios ensure student success.

Help your child Get the Summit Edge!

Summit Learning Centre1060 Ontario Street, Stratford

519-273-0066 www.summitlearning.ca



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The Stratford Rotary Complex353 McCarthy Road, Stratford

519-271-0250 x287 www.stratfordrotarycomplex.ca

Rental rates for space are competitive and affordable.Book your event with us today!

Four (4) multi-use halls (50’ x 118’/hall), with approx. capacity of 300 people/hall. Halls can convert into one large space.• Round/rectangle tables • Ice service, large prep kitchen

• Perfect for weddings, banquets, receptions, parties,conferences, meetings, trade shows, seminars



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PRE-REGISTER TODAY! www.danceaarts.ca

• Director: Kelly Ann Aarts,IDTA, CDTA, Ryerson University Graduate, R.A.D. Certified

Children’s Fitness Tax Credits Available

Dance Aarts Academy’s Musical Theatre Summer Camps Act, Sing and Dance your way to the stage this summer! Try our 2 week camps that will giveyour child the opportunity to learn some ballet, tap, jazz and acro gymnastics. They will alsoget to act, sing and in some cases even create their own script! They will perform their playfor you at the end. Ages 5-9 and 10 & up.July 5-16 8:30-4:30 each day Disney Adventure July 19-30 8:30-4:30 each day Safari Adventure Aug. 2-13 8:30-4:30 each day Create Your Own Production - You help Write The Script!

Cost is only $230.00 per 2 week session Dance Aarts Academy’s Dance Camp A half day program that will give your child the opportunity to do ballet, tap, jazz, acrogymnastics, hip hop and creative movement. Whether you are just a beginner or have someexperience this is a great opportunity to stay in shape and learn something new. Age 3 & up.Aug.16-20 8:30-12:00 each day

Cost is only $115.00 for the week

Call Kelly Aarts at 519-655-6814



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Room for new swimmers in the Novice Advanced & Regional ProgramsOur qualified professional coaching team will teach strokes, techniques and endurance to

enhance your racing ability and make you a faster swimmer.Our next 8 week Novice program starts in April and the fall session begins

in October. Regular season starts September 13.



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COMMUNITY LIVING STRATFORD AND AREA

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• Interlocking Brick • Stone • Retaining Walls • Water Features

• Sodding & Seeding • Garden Soils• Bark Mulches

~ delivery available ~

519-273-3602

~ Organically Grown Fruits & Vegetables, Dairy,Meat & Grains

~ Gluten, Wheat & Dairy Free Foods~ Vitamins, Herbal & Homeopathic Supplements~ Health Books~ Eco-Friendly Cleaning Products &

Natural Body Carewww.thegentlerain.ca

519-271-038830 Rebecca Street

StratfordMonday-Friday 9-7 pm;

Saturday 9-5:30 pm; Sunday 12-4 pm

Seniors DayEvery Thursday10% OFFregular priced supplements


CONESTOGA COLLEGE

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GALLERY STRATFORD

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HONEYWOOD TIRElocally owned and operated by

519-273-3111 42 Dunlop Place

PEOPLE YOU KNOW, SERVICE YOU TRUST.

www.hiddenacres.ca5-night residential camps for campers ages 6-15.

SYAC for young adults ages 15-23 with special needs.Activities include: wall-climbing, canoeing, campfires, swimming,

camp-outs, sports, crafts, drama and much more!

10 minutes from Stratford! 1921 Line 37, New Hamburg, ONCall: 519-625-8602 or email: [email protected] for more info!


LINC

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The Stratford Lakeside Active Adults Association Special Events Committee offers a variety of activities

from card tournaments, to dances, to live entertainment.

For more information, visit us at theKiwanis Community Centre, 111 Lakeside Drive,

or call us at 519-271-4310


PERTH DISTRICT HEALTH UNIT

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HypnoBirthing®

The Mongan MethodChildbirth Education Classes

Use deep relaxation, visualization and self-hypnosisto birth your baby in a calm, gentle and

more comfortable manner.www.themckinnoncentre.com

519-814-2222True joy lies within.

18 HOLES • PAR 71 • 6104 YDSDRIVING RANGE • POWER CARTS • TOURNAMENTS • PRO SHOP

Mitchell Golf & Country ClubP.O. Box 38, Mitchell, Ontario N0K 1N0

– ACCEPTING NEW MEMBERS FOR THE 2010 SEASON

– PLEASE PHONE 519-348-8991 FOR DETAILS –BANQUETS / MEETINGS / PARTIES / TOURNAMENTS

STUDENTS – 17 - 22 yrs - proof of full-time . . . . $315.00enrolment required

JUNIOR – Student 16 years & under. . . . . . . $250.00SOCIAL – Non-Golfer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $75.00

(ALL FEES – PLUS APPLICABLE TAXES)

DISCOUNTED GREEN FEE PACKAGES AVAILABLE

519-348-8991 www.mitchellgolfclub.com

MALE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $770.00FEMALE.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $770.00COUPLES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1295.00FAMILY – Includes spouse . . . . . $1295.00– Junior 16 and under add $110.00 each

2010 FEE SCHEDULE



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129 Erie St. 519-273-7227WE DELIVER



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For more information, contact the studio at: 519-273-2964

Summer Dance Camps – Registering Now!!!Come join the On Stage Dancers this summer for an

exciting week of dancing fun!• Full day programs for ages 5+ • Half day program for ages 3-5• Boys welcome & encouraged with our special boys-only camp• Experienced, qualified male & female instructors• Hip Hop, jazz, tap, ballet, musical theatre classes• Performance for parents each week!• Stay active, have fun, and dance the summer away!

www.onstagedance.ca [email protected] Register and pay in full before July 1st and save paying an extra 8% HST!



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Orr Insurance . . . Answering

the call.519-271-4340www.orrinsurance.net

50 Cobourg Street, Stratford


SPRUCE LODGE

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Creating Backyard Getaways Since 1966! WWW.CALLKEN.CASocial Media is here ... are you? We are!

&@stratfordhomes

Bus: (519) 275-5005

a-b Realty Ltd., Brokerage

Toll Free: (888) 271-7054Email: [email protected]

88 Wellington StreetStratford ON N5A 2L2

Each Office Independently Owned and Operated

Ken SandraEaton Morris

Brokers

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ST. JOHN AMBULANCE

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Queen's Inn At Stratford A STRATFORD LANDMARKFOR OVER 150 YEARS

161 Ontario St.519-271-1400 1-800-461-6450

The Grand Lady

of StratfordCIRCA 1850

32 Beautifully Appointed Guest Rooms & SuitesDiscover the Charm of our Country-Style Inn

www.queensinnstratford.ca

Full Service Traditional DiningTues-Sat 4 pm - 9 pm

Sunday Brunch 10 am - 1:30 pm (May -Dec)Luncheon Buffet $8.95

Every Friday Year Round 11:30-1:30Reservations Recommended

Winter hours subject to change

The BOAR’SHEADPUB

• Old Fashioned English-Style Pub

• Excellent Selection ofBeverages on Tap

• Great Pub Menu ~ 11 am-1 am


ST. MARYS PUBLIC LIBRARY

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STRATFORD AND DISTRICT HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY

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A heartfelt thanks to our donors

Andrea Page, Executive Director 519-272-8210 ext. 2627

www.sghfoundation.orga-b Realty Ltd., Brokerage

Office Independently Owned and Operated

519-271-9970 Res. 519-273-2821 Office


STRATFORD CIVIC BEAUTIFICATION

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Video Plus Books + CDsH H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H

H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H

519-273-3216714 Ontario Street

519-273-5531457 Huron Street

Entertaining You Is What We’re All About! www.videoplusbooks.ca

H New & Used Movies for Sale or RentH DVDs H Music H Games H Books

STRATFORD MEALS ON WHEELS & NEIGHBOURLY SERVICES

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www.boscopool.com 615 Erie Street

519-273-7474

Visit UVisit Us Fs FororBackyarBackyard Leisurd Leisure!e!


STRATFORD MINOR SPORTS

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ST. MARYS CHILDREN’S CHOIR & FESTIVAL YOUTH SINGERS

Spring ConcertSaturday, June 5, 2010 at 7:30 p.m.

at St. Marys United Church, St. Marys

Christmas ConcertsSaturday, December 11, 2010 at 7:30 p.m.

at St. Marys United Church, St. MarysSunday, December 12, 2010 at 2:30 p.m.

at St. John’s United Church, Stratfordwww.stmaryschildrenschoir.ca

Rich Sumstad, Artistic Director

We Love to Sing!

The St. Marys Children’s Choir is anauditioned choir for children and youthwho love to sing! The choir includesages 5 - 25 yrs. Activities include concerts, rehearsals, choral training andworkshops. Rehearsals are held in Stratford and St. Marys. Auditions areheld year round. We are currently looking for members to join all levels ofthe choir. If you or your child has aninterest in music and would like to join aworld class institution please contact usat [email protected]

SADDLE UPSTABLES

Brenda or Paul at 519-393-8284

BOOK NOW for theSummer Camps

Day Camps 9-4Day and Evening Lessons AvailableCAMPS for cowboys and cowgirls

Come learn the Western way from Western Trail, games and roping.

July 5-19 from 9 am to 4 pmAug. 9-24; from 9 am to 4 pm

Come and experience the hands on activities

And have a week of fun!Book Early, Limited Spaces Available!


STRATFORD PERTH MUSEUM

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The Mitchell Gymnastics Clubwww.mitchel lgymnastics .ca

Mitchell Gymnastics Club 214 Cooper St., Mitchell 519-348-9699

3 Parents and Tots 1-3 years old3 Kinder Gym 3-4 years old3 Beginner 5-6 years old3 Junior 7-9 years old

3 Junior advanced 10-13 years old3 Senior 13+ years old3 Junior & Senior advanced programs

for experienced gymnasts

MOMS & TOTS$65/SESSIONKINDERGYM

$155/SESSIONJUNIOR TO SENIOR

$200/SESSION

EXTRA NIGHT$100/SESSIONFAMILY DISCOUNT

$10/CHILDDOUBLE SESSION

PRE-PAY $20

• 1 Week Summer Camp• Session #1 September to January• Session #2 January to May• Full Gymnastics Program for Girls & Boys• Saturday classes available• Can Gym Badge Program• 2 nights per week programs available

All programs taught by Jen Daum - Head Coach, an NCCP Certified Gymnastics CoachCertified Personal Trainer with a Fitness & Health Diploma. For more information call 519-348-9699 & leave message.

We offer a fun filled program geared to teach children the fundamentals andadvanced skills of gymnastics while providing a child friendly atmosphere!


STRATFORD PERTH MUSEUM

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EVERY SATURDAY 7 AM to 12 NOONWednesday Market starting June 16 - Oct. 6, 2010

“OLD FASHIONED GOODNESS”STRATFORD AGRIPLEX

353 McCarthy Rd. 519-271-5130Phone: 519-271-5130 Fax: 519-271-0062 1-877-717-FAIR

Website: www.stratfordfairgrounds.com


STRATFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY

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THE STRATFORDCOUNTRY CLUB

A Community Tradition Since 1913

www.stratfordcountryclub.comExperience the finest 18 hole golf course and facilities in the region ...without leaving the city limits.

For more information call 519-271-4212 Ext. 222 Public Play Welcome

Driving Range & Bogey’s Lounge and Patio Open To The Public!

NEWMEMBERSHIP

RATES!


STRATFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY

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DaveDaviesHEATING & AIR CONDITIONING

115 Frederick St., Stratford 519-271-1046Showroom

Your HomeComfort Expert For 35 Years!


STRATFORD-PERTH ARCHIVES

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THISTLEDOWNEQUESTRIAN CENTRE

English riding lessonsfor all ages and levels

Week Long Summer Day Camps,March Break & PA Day camps.

sign up now 519-625-8035www.thistledownequestrian.com

The Stratford MinorBaseball AssociationPLAY BALL!

U P C O M I N G B A S E B A L L S E A S O NHouse LeagueBlastball ages 3-5; Jr. Rookie ages 6 & 7;Sr. Rookie/Mosquito ages 8-9; Peewee ages 11-13;Bantam ages 14+Travel Teams represent Stratford in all age groupsfrom Sr. Rookie to Junior.Check out our website leaguelineup.com/smba-indians

TAOIST TAI CHI

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“WHERE IT’S FUN & RELAXING TO LEARN”

OVER 30 YEARS MARTIAL ARTS EXPERIENCEwww.kickmasters.net

KARATE

• Karate & Tae Kwon Do &Jiu Jitsu All Combined IntoOne Ultimate Program.

• Classes For Men & Women.

KICKBOXING

• Learn Real Kickboxing On ANon-Competitive Level.

• It’s A Fun, Safe & ExcitingWay To Learn This SuperbMartial Art.

519-273-4807 400 HURON ST.

SINCE 1982

• Children’s Classes for improved confidence & discipline.

K.I.C.K. MASTERS

NewLocation


VOLUNTEERS IN PERTH

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BBee ll ll yy DDaanncceefor all ages plusDancing for Birth

Yoga, PilatesNIA, drumcircles

& more!

SSttuuddiioo OOaass ssCall 519-284-2077

[email protected]

““FFiittnneessss ffoorr tthhee wwhhoollee ffaammiillyy..””

Photo by LAFs Professional Photography


YMCA OF STRATFORD-PERTH

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Army, Navy, and Air Force Veterans Unit 261 Inc.Darts • Cribbage • Golf • Horseshoes • Billiards

If you are interested in these activities and the many other social events within our organization,call 519-271-3113 and ask for Membership & Sports Officer, Al Oswald or Steve Cooper

Don’t forget to come out to our Annual Men’sCitywide Steak BBQ & Horseshoe Tournament

on Thursday, June 3rd!

For that special occasion or meeting,call 519-271-5545 to inquire about ourBanquet Hall and Catering features.

“Shoulder to Shoulder”Unit 261 is a proud supporter of our Veterans and our Community.

151 Lorne Ave E Stratford



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expressWhen Your Body Is Over 70% WaterWhy Give It Anything But The Best!

519-273-1888852 Ontario Street (Gateway Plaza across from Zehr’s)

– REVERSE OSMOSIS PURIFIED WATER –• Self Serve Re-fill Centre • 24 hr. Water Vending

• Tastes Great • Inexpensive• Water Softener Sales and Service

Your Complete Water Resource Centre

NNE HATHAWAYDAY CARE CENTRE

• Full Day Licensed Child CareChildren 18 months to 5 years

• Support Services for ChildrenWith Special Needs

Call for information 519-273-1803 103 Bruce St.Mon.-Fri. 6:30 am-5:30 pm

• Flexible/Emergency Short Term Child Care

* Highly Trained Staff * Specialized Programs* Nutritious Snacks & Meals


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