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winter 2013 <strong>free</strong> <strong>programs</strong>
SPIN is a <strong>City</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Winnipeg</strong> led initiative to provide<br />
supports for <strong>free</strong> sports programming for 6–17 year-olds<br />
If you are a community-based service provider working with<br />
6–17 year-olds in the inner city, we want to help you o�er<br />
sport <strong>programs</strong>.<br />
If you are a 6–17 year-old and want to learn new sports,<br />
visit us online to �nd a host location near you!<br />
W I N N I P E G S C H O O L D I V I S I O N<br />
Community Centres<br />
265 Osborne St. South, <strong>Winnipeg</strong>, MB R3L 1Z7<br />
Phone: 204-475-5008 • Fax: 204-475-5812<br />
<strong>Winnipeg</strong>’s 64 Community Centres <strong>of</strong>fer a wide range <strong>of</strong> <strong>programs</strong> and services for all age<br />
groups, from traditional structured sports to drop-in activities.<br />
A complete listing <strong>of</strong> all community centre <strong>programs</strong> can be found<br />
on the GCWCC website at www.gcwcc.mb.ca under Events/Programs.<br />
Contact information, hall rental capacity, centre amenities, websites and<br />
locations can also be found on the website under Community Centres.<br />
Program Registration Fee Subsidy Grants<br />
For more information, call GCWCC at 204-475-5008 or visit www.gcwcc.mb.ca<br />
For more information, please contact:<br />
<strong>Winnipeg</strong>.ca/spin<br />
spin@winnipeg.ca<br />
204-986-SPIN (7746)<br />
TWO FOR ONE SWIM<br />
Redeem this coupon for one <strong>free</strong> public swim admission at any <strong>City</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Winnipeg</strong> indoor swimming pool<br />
when another admission <strong>of</strong> equal or greater value is purchased.<br />
• All admission requirements apply.<br />
• Capacity restrictions apply.<br />
Community Services<br />
Department<br />
• For more information and schedules, please call 311 or visit <strong>Winnipeg</strong>.ca. Valid January 2–March 31, 2013<br />
2 Call 311 or visit <strong>Winnipeg</strong>.ca for program information
Children’s Free Play Drop-in 6 to 12 years<br />
Come join in the fun!<br />
Arts, crafts, games, sports & more!<br />
location days hours starts ends notes<br />
Broadway Neighbourhood Centre<br />
185 Young St.<br />
Mon–Fri 4–8 pm Jan 7 Mar 22<br />
Burton Cummings CC<br />
960 Arlington St.<br />
Tue/Thur 4–8 pm Jan 8 Mar 28<br />
John M King School<br />
Tue–Fri 3:30–6 pm Jan 8 Mar 22 West Central Community<br />
525 Agnes St.<br />
Sat/Sun 12:30–3:30 pm<br />
partnership<br />
Magnus Eliason Recreation Centre Mon–Fri 3:30–6 pm Jan 7 Mar 22 Spence Neighbourhood<br />
430 Langside St.<br />
Sat/Sun 10 am–6 pm<br />
partnership<br />
Sister MacNamara School<br />
460 Sargent Ave.<br />
Sat/Sun 12:30–3:30 pm Jan 12 Mar 17<br />
Youth Action Centres 13 to 18 years, unless otherwise stated<br />
Participate in activities, get fit & make new friends!<br />
Basketball, volleyball, crafts, floor hockey, board games, badminton, video games & special<br />
events.<br />
location days hours starts ends notes<br />
General Wolfe School<br />
Mon/Tue/Thur 6:30–9:30 pm Jan 7 Mar 21 12 years +<br />
661 Banning St.<br />
Magnus Eliason Recreation Centre<br />
430 Langside St.<br />
Call 311 or visit <strong>Winnipeg</strong>.ca for program information<br />
Wed 7–10 pm<br />
Mon–Sun 6–10 pm Jan 7 Mar 22<br />
Outdoor Fun Weather permitting<br />
Toboggan Hills<br />
Hills are available during regular park hours, 7 am–9 pm.<br />
Westview Park: 1 Midland St.<br />
Winter Slides<br />
Winter slides require maintenance every day; hours <strong>of</strong> operation for slides are 10 am–9 pm.<br />
Central Park: 400 Cumberland Ave.<br />
Waterfront Drive: Waterfront Dr. & George St.<br />
Community Centres<br />
For information on programming and events at your local community centre, visit<br />
www.gcwcc.mb.ca/events.cfm<br />
Burton Cummings CC 960 Arlington St. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-783-5330<br />
Central CC Door #5-200 Isabel St. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-772-6884<br />
Robert A Steen Memorial CC 980 Palmerston Ave. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-783-5616<br />
Valour CC<br />
Clifton site 1315 Strathcona St. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-783-7340<br />
Isaac Brock site 715 Telfer St. N . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-775-3869<br />
Orioles site 444 Burnell St. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-783-6941<br />
Downtown<br />
Free Swim<br />
January 2–March 31<br />
Admission requirements apply<br />
Cindy Klassen Recreation<br />
Complex<br />
999 Sargent Ave.<br />
Sat 5–6:30 pm<br />
Sat 7–9:45 pm Youth Swim (9–19 years)<br />
Pleasure Rinks<br />
Central Park<br />
400 Cumberland Ave.<br />
Dufferin Park<br />
605 Alexander Ave.<br />
Magnus Eliason<br />
Recreation Centre<br />
430 Langside St.<br />
Vimy Ridge Memorial Park<br />
821 Preston Ave.<br />
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Downtown<br />
Library<br />
Branches<br />
Cornish<br />
20 West Gate . . . . . . . . . 204-986-4679<br />
Millennium<br />
251 Donald St. . . . . . . . . 204-986-6488<br />
West End<br />
999 Sargent Ave. . . . . . . 204-986-4677<br />
<strong>Winnipeg</strong> Public Library<br />
<strong>Winnipeg</strong> Public Library has hundreds <strong>of</strong> <strong>programs</strong>, workshops and concerts for all ages,<br />
for <strong>free</strong>. There is so much we couldn’t fit it all here. So make sure you pick up a copy <strong>of</strong><br />
@ The Library, go online at <strong>Winnipeg</strong>.ca/Library or contact us to find out more!<br />
Baby Rhyme Time for newborn to 24 months & caregiver<br />
It’s never too early to introduce your baby to the wonderful world <strong>of</strong> books and reading.<br />
Discover the joy <strong>of</strong> songs, finger plays, simple books and bouncing rhymes. Call to register.<br />
Millennium Library: Fridays at 10:30 am, starting January 25<br />
Pre-School Story Time for 3–5 year olds<br />
A creative program <strong>of</strong> books, action rhymes, finger plays and felt stories for children who<br />
are ready to be on their own in a group. A different theme each week. Call to register.<br />
Millennium Library: Tuesdays at 10:30 am, starting January 22<br />
Family Story Time<br />
The whole family enjoys stories, rhymes and activities. Best enjoyed by ages 3–5 and their<br />
caregivers, but younger and older siblings can enjoy being part <strong>of</strong> the action too. Call to<br />
register.<br />
Cornish Library: Fridays at 10:30 am, starting January 18<br />
Millennium Library: Saturdays at 11 am, starting January 19 (drop in, no registration<br />
required)<br />
West End Library: Fridays at 10:30 am, starting January 4<br />
Family Literacy Fun Days<br />
The whole family is invited, and fun is a guarantee! Families travel between multiple stations,<br />
taking part in exciting games and creative activities that promote the playful use <strong>of</strong><br />
reading, writing, and language skills. Drop in.<br />
Cornish Library: Friday, March 15 from 10 am–Noon<br />
Millennium Library: Saturday, February 2 from 2–4 pm<br />
West End Library: Tuesday, March 26 from 2–4 pm<br />
Teen Central Book Club<br />
If you love talking about books, you’ll love our book club! Our pick for January is The Boy in<br />
the Striped Pajamas by John Boyne. Just for Teens. Call to register.<br />
Millennium Library: January 26 at 1:30 pm<br />
Check it Out Mobile Library<br />
Check it Out <strong>of</strong>fers stories, literacy-based games and activities for all ages. Get your <strong>free</strong><br />
library card on site. Borrow adult, children’s and teen books from the mobile library. Open<br />
to everyone!<br />
Dufferin School: (545 Alexander Ave.) January 14, 28; February 11, 25; March 11, 25<br />
Skywalk Concerts & Lectures<br />
Bring your lunch and be informed and entertained with Wednesday lectures and Thursday<br />
concerts. Drop in.<br />
Millennium Library: (Carol Shields Auditorium) January 9–March 14 at 12:10 pm<br />
4 Call 311 or visit <strong>Winnipeg</strong>.ca for program information
<strong>Winnipeg</strong> Folk Festival … in the Library!<br />
Free concerts to get music lovers through the fall and winter. Drop in.<br />
Millennium Library<br />
• Folk for Families: Saturdays at 1:30 pm, January 12, February 9, March 9<br />
• Folk Fest in the <strong>City</strong>: Saturdays at 1:30 pm, January 26, February 23, March 23<br />
Play on Words<br />
A new series from the Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre and <strong>Winnipeg</strong> Public Library starts in<br />
January, featuring presentations by actors and behind-the-scenes artists, playwriting workshops<br />
and more. Drop in.<br />
Millennium Library<br />
• Gone With the Wind<br />
- Playwright Niki Landau on Adapting the Novel: Tuesday, January 8 at 12:10 pm<br />
- The Actors on Playing the Iconic Roles: Tuesday, January 15 at 12:10 pm<br />
- The MTC Wardrobe Dept. on Making the Costumes: Tuesday, January 22 at 12:10 pm<br />
Tales in the Afternoon: Readings for Grownups<br />
Why let the kids have all the fun? Reconnect with the experience <strong>of</strong> being read aloud to,<br />
with tales <strong>of</strong> mystery, humour, and more. Drop in.<br />
Millennium Library: (main floor) Every second Wednesday at 4 pm, starting February 6<br />
SondheimFest Film Screenings<br />
Two <strong>free</strong> film screenings as part <strong>of</strong> SondheimFest! Drop in.<br />
Millennium Library: Carol Shields Auditorium<br />
• West Side Story: The acclaimed musical, 153 mins, rated PG. Saturday, January 19 at 2 pm<br />
• Sweeney Todd: a.k.a. The Demon Barber <strong>of</strong> Fleet Street, 116 mins, rated 18A. Monday,<br />
January 28 at 6:30 pm<br />
Write Your Life Story<br />
Do you have stories to tell but don’t know how to begin? Take the first steps in your writing<br />
journey and learn how to begin writing and how to stay motivated. Some writing exercises<br />
will be given. No writing experience needed. Call to register.<br />
Millennium Library: Wednesday, February 13 at 6:30 pm<br />
Books2Eat<br />
Create your own edible book-related piece <strong>of</strong> art and enter to win prizes or just come out<br />
to see see the amazing entries entries on display plus plus cooking cooking demos, presentations and children’s children’s<br />
storytime. Some entries will be served at the end <strong>of</strong> day so bring your appetite!<br />
Millennium Library: Saturday, April 6 from 1–4:30 pm<br />
<strong>Winnipeg</strong> Public Library<br />
@ The Library is your guide to <strong>programs</strong> and events<br />
for the whole family.<br />
Pick up a copy or visit <strong>Winnipeg</strong>.ca/library<br />
Call 311 or visit <strong>Winnipeg</strong>.ca for program information<br />
Downtown<br />
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Point Douglas • Inkster • Seven Oaks<br />
Free Swim<br />
January 2–March 31<br />
Admission requirements apply<br />
Eldon Ross Indoor Pool<br />
1887 Pacific Ave. W<br />
Tue 3–5 pm<br />
Thur 3–5 pm<br />
North Centennial<br />
Recreation & Leisure<br />
Facility<br />
90 Sinclair St.<br />
Fri 7–9 pm Youth Swim (9–19 years)<br />
Sat 7–9 pm Youth Swim (9–19 years)<br />
Sun 4–5 pm<br />
Seven Oaks Indoor Pool<br />
444 Adsum Dr.<br />
Wed 2:30–3:30 pm<br />
Fri 6:30–9:30 pm Youth Swim (9–19 years)<br />
NEW<br />
PROGRAMMING!<br />
Turtle Island<br />
Neighbourhood<br />
Centre<br />
510 King Street<br />
Please join us at the centre! Children<br />
and youth have the opportunity to<br />
participate in leadership activities,<br />
sports and traditional Aboriginal<br />
cultural activities. Children and youth<br />
programming weekdays from 3:30<br />
to 9 pm; Saturdays Noon to 5 pm!<br />
Full progamming calendar available<br />
at <strong>Winnipeg</strong>.ca/aboriginalyouth<br />
Children’s Free Play Drop-in 6 to 12 years<br />
Come join in the fun!<br />
Arts, crafts, games, sports & more!<br />
location days hours starts ends notes<br />
Cecil Rhodes School<br />
1570 Elgin Ave. W<br />
Tue–Thur 3:30–5:30 pm Jan 8 Mar 21<br />
Champlain School<br />
401 Church Ave.<br />
Mon 3:45–6:15 pm Jan 7 Mar 18<br />
King Edward School<br />
Mon/Wed/Fri 4–6 pm Jan 7 Mar 22<br />
825 Selkirk Ave.<br />
Fri<br />
6–8 pm<br />
Lighthouse Program<br />
Sat<br />
2–6 pm<br />
Lighthouse Program<br />
Lord Nelson School<br />
820 McPhillips St.<br />
Tue/Thur 4:30–6:30 pm Jan 8 Mar 21<br />
Luxton School<br />
111 Polson Ave.<br />
Sat/Sun 1–4 pm Jan 12 Mar 17 grades 4–6 only<br />
Machray School<br />
320 Mountain Ave.<br />
Mon/Wed/Fri 3:30–5:30 pm Jan 7 Mar 22<br />
Norquay CC<br />
233 McKenzie St.<br />
Mon–Fri 5–7 pm Jan 7 Mar 22<br />
Pritchard Park<br />
Tue 4–6 pm Jan 8 Mar 21<br />
295 Pritchard Ave.<br />
Thur 4–8 pm<br />
Ralph Brown CC<br />
460 Andrews St.<br />
Mon–Fri 3:30–6 pm Jan 7 Mar 22<br />
École Riverbend Community School Tue<br />
123 Red River Blvd.<br />
3:15–5:15 pm Jan 8 Mar 19<br />
Youth Action Centres 13 to 18 years, unless otherwise stated<br />
Participate in activities, get fit & make new friends!<br />
Basketball, volleyball, crafts, floor hockey, board games, badminton, video games & special<br />
events.<br />
location days hours starts ends notes<br />
Arthur E Wright School<br />
1520 Jefferson Ave.<br />
Thur/Fri 6–9 pm Jan 10 Mar 22 MYAC partnership<br />
Cecil Rhodes School<br />
Wed 5:30–9 pm Jan 9 Mar 20 12 years +<br />
1570 Elgin Ave. W<br />
Sun 4–8 pm<br />
Isaac Newton School<br />
730 Aberdeen Ave.<br />
Sat/Sun 3–9 pm Jan 13 Mar 17<br />
James Nisbet School<br />
70 Doubleday Dr.<br />
Wed 6–9 pm Jan 9 Mar 20 MYAC partnership<br />
Norquay CC/Beaconsfield Bldg.<br />
65 Granville St.<br />
Sinclair Park CC<br />
490 Sinclair St.<br />
Tyndall Park School<br />
2221 King Edward St.<br />
Wed–Thur<br />
Fri<br />
Sat/Sun<br />
6–9 pm<br />
6–10 pm<br />
1–6 pm<br />
Jan 2 Mar 31 GCWCC partnership<br />
Tue/Thur 6–9 pm Jan 8 Mar 21<br />
Sat/Sun 1–8 pm Jan 12 Mar 27 12 years +<br />
6 Call 311 or visit <strong>Winnipeg</strong>.ca for program information
Outdoor Fun Weather permitting<br />
Winter Slides<br />
Winter slides require maintenance every day; hours <strong>of</strong> operation for slides are 10 am–9 pm.<br />
Kildonan Park: 2015 Main St. (2 slides)<br />
Outdoor Skating Rink<br />
Kildonan Park: 2015 Main St. (Note: due to the construction on the Pavilion, the skating<br />
rink will be located by the toboggan slides.)<br />
Cross Country Ski Trail<br />
site length washrooms change<br />
facilities<br />
Call 311 or visit <strong>Winnipeg</strong>.ca for program information<br />
Point Douglas • Inkster • Seven Oaks<br />
hours<br />
Kildonan Park & Golf Course: 2021 Main St. 8.9 km heated yes 8 am–10 pm<br />
Web: <strong>Winnipeg</strong>.ca/publicworks/ParksandFields/Parks/xcountryski.asp<br />
Trail Guidelines: Please do not walk on the ski trails. No dogs on trails except<br />
LaBarriere Park.<br />
Aboriginal Fitness & Sports Initiative<br />
at North Centennial Recreation & Leisure Facility<br />
Aboriginal Fitness and Sports Initiative is for Aboriginal youth 15+ to become physically<br />
active and participate in various sports activities such as floor hockey, basketball,<br />
indoor touch football, volleyball, badminton and other organized team games. Come<br />
out and have fun, bring your friends to enjoy developing team and sporting skills in a<br />
recreational setting.<br />
activities<br />
Monday<br />
4:30–5:30 pm<br />
Saturday<br />
3:30–4:30 pm<br />
weight training & volleyball Jan 21 Feb 23<br />
weight training & basketball Jan 28<br />
Feb 16<br />
Mar 22<br />
weight training & indoor soccer Feb 4 Mar 9<br />
weight training & table tennis Feb 11 Mar 16<br />
weight training & floor hockey<br />
Feb 25<br />
Mar 18<br />
Jan 26<br />
weight training & indoor football Mar 4 Feb 2<br />
weight training & badminton Mar 11 Feb 9<br />
Free Public<br />
Skating<br />
Billy Mosienko<br />
709 Keewatin St.<br />
Thur Jan 3–Mar 14 5:30–6:30 pm<br />
Sun Jan 6–Mar 17 3:30–4:30 pm<br />
Old Exhibition<br />
80 Sinclair St.<br />
Sat Jan 5–Mar 9 12:30–1:30 pm<br />
Pleasure Rinks<br />
Amber Trails<br />
Morava Way & Strasbourg Dr.<br />
Primrose Park<br />
46 Primrose Cres.<br />
St. John’s Park<br />
1 Fowler St.<br />
Turtle Island<br />
Neighbourhood Centre<br />
510 King St.<br />
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Point Douglas • Inkster • Seven Oaks<br />
Community Centres<br />
For information on programming and events at your local community centre, visit<br />
www.gcwcc.mb.ca/events.cfm<br />
Garden <strong>City</strong> CC 725 Kingsbury Ave. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-940-6111<br />
Luxton CC 210 St. Cross St. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-582-8249<br />
Maples CC 434 Adsum Dr. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-953-1190<br />
Norquay CC 65 Granville St. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-943-6897<br />
Northwood CC 1415 Burrows Ave. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-582-7555<br />
Ralph Brown CC 460 Andrews St. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-586-3149<br />
Red River CC 293 Murray Rd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-339-5345<br />
Sinclair Park CC 490 Sinclair St. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-586-8275<br />
Tyndall Park CC 2255 King Edward St. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-632-4916<br />
Vince Leah CC 1295 Salter Ave. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-338-0046<br />
West Kildonan Memorial CC 346 Perth Ave. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-334-1679<br />
Weston Memorial CC 1625 Logan Ave. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-783-3698<br />
<strong>Winnipeg</strong> Public Library<br />
<strong>Winnipeg</strong> Public Library has hundreds <strong>of</strong> <strong>programs</strong>, workshops and concerts for all ages,<br />
for <strong>free</strong>. There is so much we couldn’t fit it all here. So make sure you pick up a copy <strong>of</strong><br />
@ The Library, go online at <strong>Winnipeg</strong>.ca/Library or contact us to find out more!<br />
Baby Rhyme Time for newborn to 24 months & caregiver<br />
It’s never too early to introduce your baby to the wonderful world <strong>of</strong> books and reading.<br />
Discover the joy <strong>of</strong> songs, finger plays, simple books and bouncing rhymes. Call to register.<br />
Sir William Stephenson Library: Fridays at 10:30 am, starting January 25<br />
West Kildonan Library: Fridays at 10:30 am, starting January 11<br />
Time for Twos for ages 24–36 months & caregiver<br />
Explore the world <strong>of</strong> picture books, rhymes, finger plays and felt stories. Call to register.<br />
Sir William Stephenson Library: Thursdays at 10:30 am, starting January 17<br />
West Kildonan Library: Mondays at 6:30 pm, starting January 14<br />
Pre-School Story Time for 3–5 year olds<br />
A creative program <strong>of</strong> books, action rhymes, finger plays and felt stories for children who<br />
are ready to be on their own in a group. A different theme each week. Call to register.<br />
West Kildonan Library: Thursdays at 10:30 am, starting January 10<br />
8 Call 311 or visit <strong>Winnipeg</strong>.ca for program information
Family Story Time<br />
The whole family enjoys stories, rhymes and activities. Best enjoyed by ages 3–5 and their<br />
caregivers, but younger and older siblings can enjoy being part <strong>of</strong> the action too. Call to<br />
register.<br />
St. John’s Library: Tuesdays at 6:30 pm, starting January 8<br />
Sir William Stephenson Library: Wednesdays at 6 pm, starting January 16<br />
West Kildonan Library: Tuesdays at 6:30 pm, starting January 15<br />
Family Literacy Fun Days<br />
The whole family is invited, and fun is a guarantee! Families travel between multiple stations,<br />
taking part in exciting games and creative activities that promote the playful use <strong>of</strong><br />
reading, writing, and language skills. Drop in.<br />
St. John’s Library: Saturday, February 23 from 2–4 pm<br />
Sir William Stephenson Library: Saturday, March 9 from 2–4 pm<br />
West Kildonan Library: Saturday, January 12 from 10:30 am–12:30 pm<br />
Bags and Bows for ages 9–12<br />
If you’re crafty and thrifty, this event is for you! Use your imagination to make gift bags and<br />
fancy bows that will add some original flair to all your gifts. Call to register.<br />
West Kildonan Library: Saturday, February 2 from 2–4 pm<br />
Check it Out Mobile Library<br />
Check it Out <strong>of</strong>fers stories, literacy-based games and activities for all ages. Get your <strong>free</strong><br />
library card on site. Borrow adult, children’s and teen books from the mobile library. Open<br />
to everyone!<br />
Indian Family Centre: (470 Selkirk Ave.) January 8, 22; February 12, 26; March 12, 26<br />
Norquay Community Centre: (65 Granville St.) January 10, 24; February 14, 28; March<br />
14, 28<br />
Money Management with SEED <strong>Winnipeg</strong><br />
Learn the basics <strong>of</strong> budgeting, banking, credit and being a smart shopper. Build on what<br />
you know, share your tips with others living on a low income and improve your money<br />
management skills. Call to register. Note: attending all four dates is expected<br />
St. John’s Library: Mondays, January 21 to February 11 from 6–8 pm<br />
Call 311 or visit <strong>Winnipeg</strong>.ca for program information<br />
Point Douglas • Inkster • Seven Oaks<br />
Library<br />
Branches<br />
St. John’s<br />
500 Salter St. . . . . . . . . . 204-986-4689<br />
Sir William Stephenson<br />
765 Keewatin St. . . . . . . 204-986-7070<br />
West Kildonan<br />
365 Jefferson Ave. . . . . . 204-986-4386<br />
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River East • Transcona<br />
Free Swim<br />
January 2–March 31<br />
Admission requirements apply<br />
Elmwood Kildonans<br />
Indoor Pool<br />
909 Concordia Ave.<br />
Thur 8:30–10 am<br />
Fri 7–9 pm Youth Swim (9–19 years)<br />
Transcona Centennial<br />
Indoor Pool<br />
1101 Wabasha St.<br />
Fri 7–9 pm Youth Swim (9–19 years)<br />
The <strong>City</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Winnipeg</strong><br />
in partnership with:<br />
Be yourself and Free yourself<br />
Youth<br />
Programming<br />
ages 10–17 years<br />
East End Cultural &<br />
Leisure Centre<br />
575 Larsen Ave.<br />
Monday<br />
Taekwondo 5:15–6 pm<br />
Advanced Guitar 6–6:30 pm<br />
Beginner Guitar 6:30–7 pm<br />
Tuesday<br />
Percussion 6–7 pm<br />
Wednesday<br />
Voice 5–6 pm<br />
Song Writing 6–7 pm<br />
Thursday<br />
Taekwondo 5:15–6 pm<br />
Please visit Status4 website for<br />
additional program updates,<br />
registration information &<br />
schedules www.status4.ca<br />
Free Public<br />
Skating<br />
River East<br />
1410 Rothesay St.<br />
Fri Jan 4–Mar 15 5:45–6:45 pm<br />
Roland Michener<br />
1121 Wabasha St.<br />
Sun Jan 6–Mar 17<br />
Terry Sawchuk<br />
901 Kimberly Ave.<br />
1–2 pm<br />
Sat Jan 5–Mar 9 11:45 am–12:45 pm<br />
©<br />
Children’s Free Play Drop-in 6 to 12 years<br />
Come join in the fun!<br />
Arts, crafts, games, sports & more!<br />
location days hours starts ends notes<br />
East End Cultural & Leisure Centre<br />
575 Larsen Ave.<br />
Holy Redeemer Church<br />
264 Donwood Dr.<br />
Keenleyside Centre<br />
22-394 Keenleyside St.<br />
Kent Road School<br />
361 Kent Rd.<br />
Lord Selkirk School<br />
170 Poplar Ave.<br />
Oxford Heights CC<br />
359 Dowling Ave. E<br />
Plessis Family Resource Centre<br />
1190 Plessis Rd.<br />
Prince Edward School<br />
649 Brazier St.<br />
Mon/Wed<br />
Thur<br />
Sat<br />
4–6 pm<br />
6–9 pm<br />
1–4 pm<br />
Jan 2 Mar 23<br />
Tue 3:30–5:30 pm Jan 8 Mar 19<br />
Sat Noon–2 pm Jan 5 Mar 23<br />
Thur/Fri 6–9 pm Jan 3 Mar 22 GCWCC partnership<br />
Thur 3:30–5:30 pm Jan 10 Mar 21<br />
Wed 4–6 pm Jan 2 Mar 20<br />
Tue/Thur 4–6 pm Jan 10 Mar 21<br />
Wed 3:30–5:30 pm Jan 9 Mar 20<br />
Youth Action Centres 13 to 18 years,unless otherwise stated<br />
Participate in activities, get fit & make new friends!<br />
Basketball, volleyball, crafts, floor hockey, board games, badminton, video games &<br />
special events.<br />
location days hours starts ends notes<br />
Bernie Wolfe School<br />
Fri<br />
6–10 pm Jan 4 Mar 23 12 years +<br />
95 Bournais Dr.<br />
East End Cultural & Leisure Centre<br />
575 Larsen Ave.<br />
Salisbury Morse Place School<br />
795 Prince Rupert Ave.<br />
10 Call 311 or visit <strong>Winnipeg</strong>.ca for program information<br />
Sat<br />
Mon/Wed<br />
Fri<br />
Sat<br />
2–9 pm<br />
6–8 pm<br />
6–9 pm<br />
4–8 pm<br />
Jan 2 Mar 23<br />
Tue 7–10 pm Jan 8 Mar 20 12 years +<br />
Outdoor Fun Weather permitting<br />
Toboggan Hills<br />
Hills are available during regular park hours, 7 am–9 pm.<br />
Civic Park: Kimberly Ave. & London St.<br />
Victoria Jason Park (Crocus Park): Redonda St. & Victoria Ave. E<br />
Harbour View Recreation Complex: 1867 Springfield Rd.<br />
Kilcona Park: Lagimodiere Blvd. & McIvor Ave.<br />
Winter Slides<br />
Winter slides require maintenance every day; hours <strong>of</strong> operation for slides are 10 am–9 pm.<br />
Bunn’s Creek Park: McIvor Ave. & Rothesay St.<br />
Fraser’s Grove Park: Fraser’s Grove & Woodvale St.
Outdoor Skating Rinks<br />
Harbour View Rec. Complex: 1867 Springfield Rd. (heated washrooms, change area)<br />
Cross Country Ski Trails<br />
site length washrooms change<br />
facilities<br />
Call 311 or visit <strong>Winnipeg</strong>.ca for program information<br />
hours<br />
Harbour View Rec. Complex: 1867 Springfield Rd. 3.35 km heated yes 7 am–10 pm<br />
Web: <strong>Winnipeg</strong>.ca/publicworks/ParksandFields/Parks/xcountryski.asp<br />
Trail Guidelines: Please do not walk on the ski trails. No dogs on trails except<br />
LaBarriere Park.<br />
Community Centres<br />
For information on programming and events at your local community centre, visit<br />
www.gcwcc.mb.ca/events.cfm<br />
Bronx Park CC 720 Henderson Hwy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-667-5731<br />
Chalmers CC 480 Chalmers Ave. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-668-1110<br />
East End (Transcona) CC 517 Pandora Ave. E . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-222-8013<br />
Gateway Recreation Centre 1717 Gateway Rd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-982-1234<br />
Melrose Park CC 480 Kimberly Ave. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-669-0518<br />
Morse Place CC 700 Munroe Ave. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-663-7430<br />
North Kildonan CC 1144 Kingsford Pl. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-663-5028<br />
Oxford Heights CC 359 Dowling Ave. E . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-222-2419<br />
Park <strong>City</strong> West CC 115 Sanford Fleming Rd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-222-1411<br />
South Transcona CC 124 Borden Ave. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-986-7976<br />
Valley Gardens CC 218 Antrim Rd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-668-6927<br />
<strong>Winnipeg</strong> Public Library<br />
<strong>Winnipeg</strong> Public Library has hundreds <strong>of</strong> <strong>programs</strong>, workshops and concerts for all ages,<br />
for <strong>free</strong>. There is so much we couldn’t fit it all here. So make sure you pick up a copy <strong>of</strong><br />
@ The Library, go online at <strong>Winnipeg</strong>.ca/Library or contact us to find out more!<br />
Baby Rhyme Time for newborn to 24 months & caregiver<br />
It’s never too early to introduce your baby to the wonderful world <strong>of</strong> books and reading.<br />
Discover the joy <strong>of</strong> songs, finger plays, simple books and bouncing rhymes. Call to register.<br />
Henderson Library: Tuesdays at 10:30 am, starting January 8<br />
Time for Twos for ages 24–36 months & caregiver<br />
Explore the world <strong>of</strong> picture books, rhymes, finger plays and felt stories. Call to register.<br />
Henderson Library: Fridays at 10:30 am, starting January 11<br />
Transcona Library: Fridays at 10:30 am, starting January 18<br />
Pre-School Story Time for 3–5 year olds<br />
A creative program <strong>of</strong> books, action rhymes, finger plays and felt stories for children who<br />
are ready to be on their own in a group. A different theme each week. Call to register.<br />
Henderson Library: Mondays at 2 pm, starting January 7<br />
Transcona Library: Tuesdays at 6:30 pm, starting January 15<br />
Thursdays at 10:30 am, starting January 17<br />
River East • Transcona<br />
Snow Trek<br />
Family Event<br />
Harbour View Recreation<br />
Complex<br />
1867 Springfield Rd.<br />
Feb 24<br />
Noon–4 pm<br />
Pleasure Rinks<br />
Bunn's Creek Park<br />
365 McIvor Ave.<br />
Elmwood Park<br />
380 Henderson Hwy.<br />
Fraser's Grove Park<br />
85 Fraser's Grove<br />
Keenleyside Park<br />
480 Keenleyside St.<br />
Paulicelli Park<br />
152 Atwood St.<br />
River East Arena<br />
1410 Rothesay St.<br />
Sir John A MacDonald Park<br />
Kildonan Meadows Dr. & Tychonick Bay<br />
Sunrise Park<br />
North <strong>of</strong> Shauna Way<br />
Tamarind Park<br />
Whellams Lane & Tamarind Dr.<br />
Library<br />
Branches<br />
Henderson<br />
1-1050 Henderson Hwy. ..204-986-7916<br />
Munroe<br />
489 London St. . . . . . . . . 204-986-3736<br />
Transcona<br />
111 Victoria Ave. W . . . . 204-986-3955<br />
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River East • Transcona<br />
Family Story Time<br />
The whole family enjoys stories, rhymes and activities. Best enjoyed by ages 3–5 and their<br />
caregivers, but younger and older siblings can enjoy being part <strong>of</strong> the action too. Call to<br />
register.<br />
Henderson Library: Mondays at 6:30 pm, starting January 7<br />
Munroe Library: Fridays at 10:30 am, starting January 18<br />
Family Literacy Fun Days<br />
The whole family is invited, and fun is a guarantee! Families travel between multiple stations,<br />
taking part in exciting games and creative activities that promote the playful use <strong>of</strong><br />
reading, writing and language skills. Drop in.<br />
Henderson Library: Thursday, February 21 from 6–8 pm<br />
Munroe Library: Tuesday, January 15 from 6–8 pm<br />
Transcona Library: Tuesday, March 5 from 6–8 pm<br />
volunteer services<br />
The Community Services<br />
Department has<br />
volunteer opportunities<br />
in:<br />
Animal Services<br />
Adopt-a-Dog<br />
(13-year-old–adult, weekdays,<br />
Sat. & Sun., Noon–4 pm )<br />
Recreation Services<br />
Children’s Recreation<br />
Programs (14–17-year-old volunteers)<br />
Free Play Programs (14–17-year-old volunteers)<br />
<strong>Winnipeg</strong> Public Library<br />
Homebound Service (adult volunteers)<br />
Family Literacy Fun Days (13–17-year-old volunteers)<br />
Youth Advisory Councils (grade 8–12 volunteers)<br />
For more information, please visit<br />
<strong>Winnipeg</strong>.ca<br />
12 Call 311 or visit <strong>Winnipeg</strong>.ca for program information
Children’s Free Play Drop-in 6 to 12 years<br />
Come join in the fun!<br />
Arts, crafts, games, sports & more!<br />
location days hours starts ends notes<br />
Archwood School<br />
800 Archibald St.<br />
Call 311 or visit <strong>Winnipeg</strong>.ca for program information<br />
Thur 3:15–5:15 pm Jan 3 May 2 8–13 years<br />
Archwood School<br />
partnership<br />
Youth Action Centres 13 to 18 years,unless otherwise stated<br />
Participate in activities, get fit & make new friends!<br />
Basketball, volleyball, crafts, floor hockey, board games, badminton, video games &<br />
special events.<br />
location days hours starts ends notes<br />
Archwood CC<br />
Wed/Fri 6–9 pm Jan 2 May 3 12 years +<br />
565 Guilbault St.<br />
Marlene Street Resource Centre<br />
6-27 Marlene St.<br />
Winakwa CC<br />
980 Winakwa Rd.<br />
Thur 6–9 pm Jan 3 May 2 10 years +<br />
Marlene Street Resource<br />
Centre partnership<br />
Tue 6–9 pm Jan 8 Apr 30 Winakwa CC partnership<br />
Outdoor Fun Weather permitting<br />
Winter Slides<br />
Winter slides require maintenance every day; hours <strong>of</strong> operation for slides are 10 am–9 pm.<br />
St. Vital Park: 190 River Rd. (2 slides)<br />
Whittier Park: 869 rue St. Joseph N<br />
Outdoor Skating Rink<br />
St. Vital Park: 190 River Rd. (heated washrooms, lights, music)<br />
Cross Country Ski Trails<br />
site length washrooms change<br />
facilities<br />
St. Vital Park: SW <strong>of</strong> River Rd. overlooking Red River 5.39 km<br />
2.03 km<br />
hours<br />
heated no 8 am–10 pm<br />
Windsor Park Golf Course: 10 Des Meurons St. 7.5 km heated yes<br />
Web: <strong>Winnipeg</strong>.ca/publicworks/ParksandFields/Parks/xcountryski.asp<br />
Trail Guidelines: Please do not walk on the ski trails. No dogs on trails except<br />
LaBarriere Park.<br />
St. Boniface • St. Vital<br />
8 am–10 pm<br />
t trail<br />
Free Swim<br />
January 2–March 31<br />
Admission requirements apply<br />
Bonivital Indoor Pool<br />
1215, rue Archibald<br />
Thur 3–4 pm<br />
Sat 7–9 pm Youth Swim (9–19 years)<br />
Pleasure Rinks<br />
Brentford Park<br />
70 Brentford Rd.<br />
Coronation Park<br />
41 St. Mary’s Rd.<br />
Kingston Park<br />
320 Kingston Cres.<br />
Papoose Park<br />
Comanche Rd.<br />
Pulberry Park<br />
55 Cabot Cres.<br />
Free Public<br />
Skating<br />
Bertrand<br />
294 Bertrand St.<br />
Sat Jan 5–Mar 9 2–3 pm<br />
Tue Jan 8–Mar 12 6:45–7:45 pm<br />
Maginot<br />
910 Maginot St.<br />
Thur Jan 10–Mar 14 6:30–7:30 pm<br />
St. Vital Centennial<br />
580 St. Anne’s Rd.<br />
Sun Jan 5–Feb 24 1–2 pm<br />
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St. Boniface • St. Vital<br />
Library<br />
Branches<br />
Louis Riel<br />
1168 Dakota St. . . . . . . . . 204-986-4573<br />
St. Boniface<br />
100-131 Provencher Blvd.<br />
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .204-986-4332<br />
St. Vital<br />
6 Fermor Ave. . . . . . . . . . 204-986-5632<br />
Windsor Park<br />
955 Cottonwood Rd. . . . 204-986-4947<br />
Community Centres<br />
For information on programming and events at your local community centre, visit<br />
www.gcwcc.mb.ca/events.cfm<br />
Archwood CC 565 Guilbault St. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-233-3911<br />
Champlain CC 282 Niverville St. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-237-7719<br />
Glenwood CC 27 Overton St. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-233-6698<br />
Greendell CC 75 Woodlawn Ave. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-257-6883<br />
Jonathan Toews (Dakota) CC 1188 Dakota St. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-254-1010<br />
Norberry-Glenlee CC 26 Molgat Ave. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-256-6654<br />
Walter Jennings site 176 Worthington St. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-256-3358<br />
Norwood CC 87 Walmer St. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-986-7056<br />
Notre Dame CC 271 av. de la Cathédrale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-237-8393<br />
Southdale CC 254 Lakewood Blvd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-257-6171<br />
Winakwa CC 980 Winakwa Rd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-253-4418<br />
Windsor CC 99 Springside Dr. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-233-0648<br />
<strong>Winnipeg</strong> Public Library<br />
<strong>Winnipeg</strong> Public Library has hundreds <strong>of</strong> <strong>programs</strong>, workshops and concerts for all ages,<br />
for <strong>free</strong>. There is so much we couldn’t fit it all here. So make sure you pick up a copy <strong>of</strong><br />
@ The Library, go online at <strong>Winnipeg</strong>.ca/Library or contact us to find out more!<br />
Baby Rhyme Time for newborn to 24 months & caregiver<br />
It’s never too early to introduce your baby to the wonderful world <strong>of</strong> books and reading.<br />
Discover the joy <strong>of</strong> songs, finger plays, simple books and bouncing rhymes. Call to register.<br />
Louis Riel Library: Thursdays at 10:30 am, starting January 17<br />
St. Vital Library: Thursdays at 10:30 am, starting January 10<br />
Fridays at 10:30 am, starting January 11<br />
Time for Twos for ages 24–36 months & caregiver<br />
Explore the world <strong>of</strong> picture books, rhymes, finger plays and felt stories. Call to register.<br />
Louis Riel Library: Fridays at 10:30 am, starting January 18<br />
St. Vital Library: Mondays at 6:30 pm, starting January 7<br />
Pre-School Story Time for 3–5 year olds<br />
A creative program <strong>of</strong> books, action rhymes, finger plays and felt stories for children who<br />
are ready to be on their own in a group. A different theme each week. Call to register.<br />
Louis Riel Library: Tuesdays at 10:30 am, starting January 15<br />
Tuesdays at 1:30 pm, starting January 15<br />
L’Heure du conte<br />
Conçue pour les tout-petits de 3 à 5 ans, l’Heure du conte donne aux enfants l’occasion<br />
d’écouter des contes et de participer à des activités de groupe dans une ambiance chaleureuse<br />
et détendue. Inscription.<br />
Bibliothèque de Saint-Boniface : Le jeudi à 10h30 du 10 janvier au 28 février<br />
14 Call 311 or visit <strong>Winnipeg</strong>.ca for program information
Family Story Time<br />
The whole family enjoys stories, rhymes and activities. Best enjoyed by ages 3–5 and their<br />
caregivers, but younger and older siblings can enjoy being part <strong>of</strong> the action too. Call to<br />
register.<br />
St. Vital Library: Mondays at 2 pm, starting January 7<br />
Windsor Park Library: Fridays at 10:30 am, starting January 11<br />
Family Literacy Fun Days<br />
The whole family is invited and fun is a guarantee! Families travel between multiple stations,<br />
taking part in exciting games and creative activities that promote the playful use <strong>of</strong><br />
reading, writing, and language skills. Drop in.<br />
Bibliothèque de Saint-Boniface (en francais): Samedi 23 Mars : 10h30–12h30<br />
Louis Riel Library: Tuesday, March 26 from 2–4 pm<br />
St. Vital Library: Monday, March 25 from 2–4 pm<br />
Here’s what to<br />
do with your<br />
<strong>free</strong> Library<br />
card!<br />
Borrow something from a<br />
collection <strong>of</strong> over 1.6 million<br />
items:<br />
• books & magazines<br />
• graphic novels<br />
• paperbacks<br />
• music<br />
• movies<br />
• books on CD<br />
• downloadable eBooks, music<br />
& audiobooks<br />
Use WiFi and computers for <strong>free</strong>.<br />
Log on from anywhere to over 40<br />
databases for all ages:<br />
• car repair information<br />
• homework help<br />
• music<br />
• stories for kids<br />
• health information<br />
… and much more!<br />
Getting a library card is quick &<br />
easy. Library cards are <strong>free</strong> to<br />
anyone living in <strong>Winnipeg</strong>.<br />
Call 311 or visit <strong>Winnipeg</strong>.ca for program information<br />
St. Boniface • St. Vital<br />
<strong>Winnipeg</strong> Public Library<br />
<strong>Winnipeg</strong> Public Library has hundreds <strong>of</strong> <strong>free</strong> <strong>programs</strong> — book clubs, author<br />
readings, healthy living, genealogy and computer workshops, concerts, gaming,<br />
story time, crafts for teens — there is something for everyone! To find out what’s<br />
happening at the library nearest you, pick up a copy <strong>of</strong> our newsletter, @ The<br />
Library, or visit us online at <strong>Winnipeg</strong>.ca/Library.<br />
Contact Us!<br />
• visit us online at <strong>Winnipeg</strong>.ca/library<br />
• drop in to any <strong>of</strong> our 20 branches<br />
• phone us at 204-986-6450<br />
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River Heights • St. James • Assiniboine South • Fort Garry<br />
Free Swim<br />
January 2–March 31<br />
Admission requirements apply<br />
Margaret Grant Indoor<br />
Pool<br />
685 Dalhousie Dr.<br />
Fri 8:10–9:25 am<br />
Fri 7:30–9 pm Youth Swim (9–19 years)<br />
Pan Am Indoor Pool<br />
25 Poseidon Bay<br />
Tue 3:30–5 pm<br />
St. James Assiniboia<br />
Centennial Pool &<br />
Recreation Complex<br />
644 Parkdale St.<br />
Wed 2–4:30 pm<br />
Sat 7–9 pm Youth Swim (9–19 years)<br />
St. James Civic Centre<br />
2055 Ness Ave.<br />
Fri 7:30–9:30 pm Family Swim<br />
Free Public<br />
Skating<br />
Century<br />
1377 Clarence Ave.<br />
Mon Jan 7–Mar 4 7:15–8:15 pm<br />
cancelled Feb 18<br />
Eric Coy<br />
535 Oakdale Dr.<br />
Sun Jan 6–Mar 10 2:30–3:30 pm<br />
Wed Jan 9–Mar 6 6:45–7:45 pm<br />
Sam Southern<br />
625 Osborne St.<br />
Sun Jan 6–Feb 24 3–4 pm<br />
St. James Civic Centre<br />
2055 Ness Ave.<br />
Sat Jan 5–Mar 9 2:15–3:15 pm<br />
Mon Jan 7–Mar 18 11 am–Noon<br />
cancelled Feb 18<br />
Vimy<br />
255 Hamilton Ave.<br />
Sun Jan 6–Mar 10 1–2 pm<br />
Children’s Free Play Drop-in 6 to 12 years<br />
Come join in the fun!<br />
Arts, crafts, games, sports & more!<br />
location days hours starts ends notes<br />
Fort Rouge School<br />
115 River Ave.<br />
Tue 3:30–5:30 pm Jan 8 Mar 18<br />
Heritage-Victoria CC<br />
Mon/Wed 4–6 pm Jan 7 Mar 20 GCWCC partnership<br />
950 Sturgeon Rd.<br />
River Osborne CC<br />
101 Pembina Hwy.<br />
Tue/Thur 3:30–6:30 pm Jan 8 Mar 21 GCWCC partnership<br />
Youth Action Centres 13 to 18 years,unless otherwise stated<br />
Participate in activities, get fit & make new friends!<br />
Basketball, volleyball, crafts, floor hockey, board games, badminton, video games &<br />
special events.<br />
location days hours starts ends notes<br />
Bairdmore School<br />
700 Bairdmore Blvd.<br />
Fri 7–10 pm Jan 11 Mar 22 12 years +<br />
Bord-Aire CC<br />
471 Hampton St.<br />
Tue/Fri 6–9 pm Jan 8 Mar 22 GCWCC partnership<br />
Earl Grey School<br />
340 Cockburn St. N<br />
Sun 4–7 pm Jan 13 Mar 17 12 years +<br />
General Byng School<br />
Mon/Wed/Fri 7–9:30 pm Jan 7 Mar 22 11–18 years<br />
1250 Beaumont St.<br />
Hedges Middle School<br />
369 Fairlane Ave.<br />
La Barriere Crossing School<br />
245, rue le Maire<br />
Lord Roberts CC<br />
725 Kylemore Ave.<br />
Westdale Pool Building<br />
550 Dale Blvd.<br />
Mon–Fri 4–7:30 pm Jan 7 Mar 22 11–15 years<br />
Lighthouse partnership<br />
Tue/Thur 6–9 pm Jan 8 Mar 21 11–15 years<br />
Mon–Thur 6:30–9 pm Jan 2 Mar 21 12 years +<br />
Tue/Thur<br />
Sun<br />
Outdoor Fun Weather permitting<br />
6:30–9 pm<br />
5–8 pm<br />
Jan 6 Mar 21 11 years +<br />
Winter Slides<br />
Winter slides require maintenance every day; hours <strong>of</strong> operation for slides are 10 am–9 pm.<br />
Crescent Drive Park: 781 Crescent Dr.<br />
Cross Country Ski Trails<br />
site length washrooms change<br />
facilities<br />
hours<br />
Living Prairie Museum: 2795 Ness Ave. 1.4 km no no 7 am–7 pm<br />
La Barriere Park Skijoring & Kicksledding:<br />
Waverley St. South <strong>of</strong> Perimeter Hwy.<br />
Please note there will be fast-moving dog teams using this trail, and that all dogs<br />
must be on a leash. For more information go to www.snowmotion.ca<br />
1.8 km unheated no<br />
La Barriere Park: Waverley St. South <strong>of</strong> Perimeter Hwy. 5.9 km unheated no 8 am–10 pm<br />
Web: <strong>Winnipeg</strong>.ca/publicworks/ParksandFields/Parks/xcountryski.asp<br />
Trail Guidelines: Please do not walk on the ski trails. No dogs on trails except<br />
LaBarriere Park.<br />
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River Heights • St. James • Assiniboine South • Fort Garry<br />
Community Centres<br />
For information on programming and events at your local community centre, visit<br />
www.gcwcc.mb.ca/events.cfm<br />
Assiniboia West Recreation Association<br />
Buchanan site 861 Buchanan Blvd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-837-2820<br />
Morgan site 305 Morgan Cr. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-837-6695<br />
Bord-Aire CC 471 Hampton St. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-888-7050<br />
Bourkevale CC 100 Ferry Rd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-888-1599<br />
Central Corydon CC<br />
Crescentwood site 1170 Corydon Ave. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-452-9844<br />
River Heights site 1370 Grosvenor Ave. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-488-7000<br />
Sir John Franklin site 1 Sir John Franklin Rd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-489-9537<br />
Deer Lodge CC 323 Bruce Ave. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-888-2049<br />
Earl Grey CC 360 Cockburn St. N . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-452-2074<br />
Fort Garry CC<br />
Hobson site 880 Oakenwald Ave. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-475-1725<br />
Victoria site 80 Derek St. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-453-2387<br />
Heritage-Victoria CC 950 Sturgeon Rd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-837-9653<br />
Kirkfield Westwood CC 165 Sansome Ave. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-832-0038<br />
McBey site 3160 McBey Ave. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-889-8360<br />
Linden Woods CC 414 Lindenwood Dr. W . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-487-2435<br />
Lord Roberts CC 725 Kylemore Ave. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-452-9744<br />
Richmond Kings CC 666 Silverstone Ave. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-269-1908<br />
Ryerson site 10 Ryerson St. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-269-1570<br />
River Osborne CC 101 Pembina Hwy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-452-8822<br />
Riverview CC 90 Ashland Ave. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-452-9944<br />
Roblin Park CC 640 Pepperloaf Cr. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-837-9288<br />
St. Norbert CC 3450 Pembina Hwy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-269-4120<br />
Sturgeon Heights CC 210 Rita St. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-832-5991<br />
Tuxedo CC 368 Southport Blvd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-888-8224<br />
Varsity View CC 315 Laxdal Rd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-889-1404<br />
Sportsplex 4230 Ridgewood Ave. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-837-9952<br />
Waverley Heights CC 1885 Chancellor Dr. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-269-7000<br />
Westdale CC 550 Dale Blvd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-895-0317<br />
Pembina Trail Site 6363 Rannock Ave. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-897-7819<br />
Westridge CC 3 Marshall Cr. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-453-2025<br />
Whyte Ridge CC 170 Fleetwood Rd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-487-3042<br />
Wildwood CC 271 North Dr. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-453-8396<br />
Woodhaven Park CC 200 Glendale Blvd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204-832-3842<br />
Call 311 or visit <strong>Winnipeg</strong>.ca for program information<br />
Pleasure Rinks<br />
Beiko Park<br />
3480 Beiko Ave.<br />
Belair Park<br />
15 Belair Rd.<br />
Byng Park<br />
913 Byng Pl.<br />
Caron Park<br />
50 Cass St.<br />
Crescent Drive Park<br />
781 Crescent Dr.<br />
Dorge Park<br />
30 Dorge Dr.<br />
Enderton Park<br />
11 Ruskin Row<br />
Harrow Park<br />
1000 Fleet Ave.<br />
Lake Ridge Park<br />
41 Lake Ridge Rd.<br />
Lanark Bay<br />
South <strong>of</strong> Mathers Ave.<br />
Leicester Park<br />
27 Leicester Sq.<br />
Montrose Park<br />
680 Elm St.<br />
Parc de Moissac<br />
920 St. Gabriel Ave.<br />
Pat Phillips Park<br />
Quail Ridge Rd.<br />
Payment Park<br />
164 Payment St.<br />
Sandpiper Park West<br />
80 Sandpiper Dr.<br />
Sir John Franklin Park<br />
1405 Wellington Cr.<br />
Tranquil Bay Park<br />
85 Tranquil Bay<br />
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River Heights • St. James • Assiniboine South • Fort Garry<br />
Library<br />
Branches<br />
Charleswood<br />
5014 Roblin Blvd.. . . . . . 204-986-3071<br />
Fort Garry<br />
1360 Pembina Hwy. . . . 204-986-4910<br />
Osborne<br />
625 Osborne St. . . . . . . . 204-986-4775<br />
Pembina Trail<br />
2724 Pembina Hwy. . . . 204-986-4380<br />
River Heights<br />
1520 Corydon Ave. . . . . 204-986-4940<br />
St. James-Assiniboia<br />
1910 Portage Ave. . . . . . 204-986-3425<br />
Westwood<br />
66 Allard Ave. . . . . . . . . . 204-986-4742<br />
<strong>Winnipeg</strong> Public Library<br />
<strong>Winnipeg</strong> Public Library has hundreds <strong>of</strong> <strong>programs</strong>, workshops and concerts for all ages,<br />
for <strong>free</strong>. There is so much we couldn’t fit it all here. So make sure you pick up a copy <strong>of</strong><br />
@ The Library, go online at <strong>Winnipeg</strong>.ca/Library or contact us to find out more!<br />
Baby Rhyme Time for newborn to 24 months & caregiver<br />
It’s never too early to introduce your baby to the wonderful world <strong>of</strong> books and reading.<br />
Discover the joy <strong>of</strong> songs, finger plays, simple books and bouncing rhymes. Call to register.<br />
Charleswood Library: Thursdays at 10:30 am, starting January 10<br />
Fridays at 10:30 am, starting January 11<br />
Pembina Trail Library: Mondays at 10:30 am, starting January 7<br />
Tuesdays at 10:30 am, starting January 8<br />
Fridays at 1 pm, starting January 11<br />
River Heights Library: Tuesdays at 10:30 am, starting January 8<br />
Fridays at 10:30 pm, star ting January11<br />
St. James-Assiniboia Library: Tuesdays at 10:30 am, starting January 15<br />
Time for Twos for ages 24–36 months & caregiver<br />
Explore the world <strong>of</strong> picture books, rhymes, finger plays and felt stories. Call to register.<br />
Pembina Trail Library: Thursdays at 10:30 am, starting January 10<br />
River Heights Library: Thursdays at 10:30 am, starting January 10<br />
St. James-Assiniboia Library: Thursdays at 10:30 am, starting January 17<br />
Westwood Library: Tuesdays at 10:30 am, starting January 15<br />
Pre-School Story Time for 3–5 year olds<br />
A creative program <strong>of</strong> books, action rhymes, finger plays and felt stories for children who<br />
are ready to be on their own in a group. A different theme each week. Call to register.<br />
Charleswood Library: Tuesdays at 2 pm, starting January 8<br />
Pembina Trail Library: Thursdays at 2 pm, starting January 10<br />
St. James-Assiniboia Library: Mondays at 6:30 pm starting January 14<br />
Fridays at 10:30 am, starting January 18<br />
Westwood Library: Tuesdays at 2 pm, starting January 15<br />
Family Story Time<br />
The whole family enjoys stories, rhymes and activities. Best enjoyed by ages 3–5 and their<br />
caregivers, but younger and older siblings can enjoy being part <strong>of</strong> the action too. Call to<br />
register.<br />
Osborne Library: Fridays at 10:30 am, starting January 11<br />
Pembina Trail Library: Thursdays at 6:30 pm, starting January 10<br />
Westwood Library: Fridays at 10:30 am, starting January 15<br />
Family Literacy Fun Days<br />
The whole family is invited, and fun is a guarantee! Families travel between multiple stations,<br />
taking part in exciting games and creative activities that promote the playful use <strong>of</strong><br />
reading, writing and language skills. Drop in.<br />
Charleswood Library: Saturday, February 16 from 2–4 pm<br />
Osborne Library: Saturday, January 26 from 2–4 pm<br />
Pembina Trail Library: Saturday, February 23 from 2–4 pm<br />
River Heights Library: Tuesday, March 26 from 2–4 pm<br />
Westwood Library: Thursday, March 21 from 6–8 pm<br />
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River Heights • St. James • Assiniboine South • Fort Garry<br />
Teen Scene Book Club<br />
Dive into some great books about intriguing teens, both real and imagined. Join us the<br />
second last Thursday <strong>of</strong> every month. Our pick for January is This Dark Endeavour by Kenneth<br />
Oppel and for February it’ll be a Book Talk Round Table! Call to register.<br />
St. James-Assiniboia Library: January 24 and February 21 at 6:30 p.m.<br />
Write Your Life Story<br />
Do you have stories to tell but don’t know how to begin? Take the first steps in your writing<br />
journey and learn how to begin writing and how to stay motivated. Some writing exercises<br />
will be given. No writing experience needed. Call to register.<br />
Osborne Library: Monday, January 28 at 6 pm<br />
Tales in the Afternoon: Readings for Grownups<br />
Why let 3–5 year olds have all the fun? Reconnect with the experience <strong>of</strong> being read aloud<br />
to—with tales <strong>of</strong> mystery, humour, and more. Drop in.<br />
Westwood Library: Fridays, January 18, 25 and February 1, 8 from 2–2:30 pm<br />
British Genealogy<br />
Learn about the resources and organizations available to trace your ancestry back to England,<br />
Wales, Scotland and Ireland. Genealogist Elizabeth Briggs will cover print as well as<br />
internet resources. Call to register.<br />
Westwood Library: Thursday, February 7 at 6 pm<br />
Recreation is for Everyone!<br />
If you need financial assistance, fee waivers and subsidies are available for:<br />
• Leisure Guide <strong>programs</strong> and swimming lessons<br />
• 10, 20, and 30-visit passes for pools and leisure centres<br />
Application forms are available at any <strong>City</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Winnipeg</strong> indoor pool or the Main Floor at<br />
395 Main St.<br />
The form is also available online at <strong>Winnipeg</strong>.ca/cms/recreation/feewaivers.stm.<br />
Please include a copy <strong>of</strong> one <strong>of</strong> the following with your application:<br />
• social assistance case number (including case worker’s contact information)<br />
• refugee assistance case number (including case worker’s contact information)<br />
• most recent Canada Revenue Agency Notice <strong>of</strong> Assessment identifying annual<br />
family net income<br />
• a monthly statement <strong>of</strong> income from CPP Disability<br />
The <strong>City</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Winnipeg</strong> Leisure Guide<br />
features leisure, sport & fitness <strong>programs</strong> for the whole family!<br />
Pick up a copy <strong>of</strong> the Leisure Guide, call 311 or visit <strong>Winnipeg</strong>.ca/leisureonline<br />
Call 311 or visit <strong>Winnipeg</strong>.ca for program information<br />
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Summer Employment Opportunities<br />
Program Leaders for Wading Pools, Facilities, Children’s &<br />
Youth Programs<br />
Salary Range: $10.35–$15.19 per hour<br />
Accepting Applications: January 7–April 26, 2013<br />
Monday–Friday, 9–11:30 am & 1–4 pm (excluding holidays)<br />
<strong>Winnipeg</strong> <strong>City</strong> Hall, Main Floor, 510 Main St. (Administration Building)<br />
If applying online:<br />
Follow the 2-step process (note on-line applicants must finalize the application<br />
process at <strong>City</strong> Hall – see details below).<br />
Step 1 Complete and submit the on-line application form at <strong>Winnipeg</strong>.ca/hr then<br />
wait at least one business day before proceeding to step 2.<br />
Step 2 After completing step 1, you must come in person to <strong>Winnipeg</strong> <strong>City</strong> Hall at<br />
510 Main Street. You must bring with you a photocopy <strong>of</strong> your first aid and CPR<br />
qualification. You will also be required to complete additional forms as outlined<br />
below. Step 2 must be completed prior to April 26, 2013.<br />
Applying in person / Completing the online application process:<br />
Go directly to 510 Main St. to complete the following:<br />
• <strong>City</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Winnipeg</strong> Application Form (or if done online it will be printed for processing)<br />
• Pre-placement Health Assessment Form<br />
• Screening interview to identify relevant skills and experience<br />
All applicants must bring the following documents:<br />
• Current resume<br />
• Photocopies <strong>of</strong> current valid certification in:<br />
- Emergency First Aid<br />
- Level ‘”C” CPR (or equivalent): Valid 1 year; must be renewed annually.<br />
(Note: First Aid & CPR must be valid until September 3, 2013)<br />
- No originals; only photocopies <strong>of</strong> certification will be accepted<br />
The <strong>City</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Winnipeg</strong> <strong>of</strong>fers Emergency First Aid Level “C” CPR and recertification<br />
courses.<br />
To register, go online to <strong>Winnipeg</strong>.ca/leisureonline or call 311.<br />
Interviews:<br />
Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Applications will be kept on<br />
file until the end <strong>of</strong> summer.<br />
• Successful applicants will be required to provide a clear Criminal Record Search<br />
Certificate (Vulnerable Sector)<br />
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