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Limba’s standing ova- tion and applause at this year’s Bowmanville Santa Claus Parade shows that many people love the Bow- LOOKING FOR A manville Zoo. It has been a popular attraction in Bow- manville for many years. In fact, it is the oldest privately BUNGALOW CONDO owned zoo in all of Canada and it has an interesting story to tell. Curiously, when you talk about the history IN DOWNTOWN of the Bowmanville Zoo you have to start with the Clarington Visual Arts Cen- tre. For it was here where BOWMANVILLE? it all began. Old-timers will tell you the Zoo was once known as the Cream of Bar- SEE PAGE 5 ley Park and the Visual Arts Centre was once the Cream of Barley Mill. The current mill building which houses the Art Centre was built in 1905, but there has been a mill on this site Inside This Issue since 1805. The Soper family were the first to build Peter Hobb...... Page 2 here but it was when it came under the ownership of John pire. Management passed as the 1920’s approached fer cabins for accommoda- Jim Abernethy Editorial...... Page 3 MacKay in 1884 that our to his son-in-law James cold cereals were gaining in tion, but also recreation fa- story begins. This enterpris- Lake Morden who had mar- favour over hot ones. He cilities for everyone to use. COAA Winter Program Guide. . . See Insert ing Scottish emigrant devel- ried his daughter Marjory. decided to take on another There were tennis courts, a oped a popular hot breakfast Bowmanville has seen few project and that was the es- race track, swimming pool, Feature Property...... Page 5 cereal called Cream of Bar- personalities as colourful as tablishment of the Cream of golf course, archery range, ley. In its heyday the mill Mr. Morden who sometimes Barley Tourist Park. Always a snack bar and even gas Home Cooking with Cathy . . . . . Page 6 worked day and night to fill styled himself a colonel and a forward thinker, the dawn pumps and, most impor- orders for all of Canada and actually looked a lot like of the automobile age was tantly for our story, a petting Valley’s 2000 Update ...... Page 7 throughout the British Em- Colonel Sanders long before upon society and Morden zoo. The “Colonel” never pire. By the time he died Kentucky Fried Chicken be- realized that few services did anything in a small way in 1902 John Mackay had came a household word. were available to these trav- and at the 1919 opening he Visit: www.claringtonpromoter.ca turned his modest mill into “Colonel” Morden was ellers who all had money to said without fear of contra- a notable commercial em- an excellent manager, but spend. His park would of- Continued on Page 4 ☞

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In this special December It’s beginning to feel a lot like Christmas ! edition of the Clarington Christmas is a time of celebration of giving, and our Promoter we are featuring community does that well. the Bowmanville Zoo, one A big Thank You going out to Janice Parish, Broker of by Jim Abernethy, Publisher of the oldest businesses in Record and all the staff at Royal Service Real Estate for a job jim@claringtonpromoter .ca our community. well done on Saturday November 16th . The Bowmanville Zoo During the Royal Service 5th Annual Fund Raiser for the has been very supportive of our community in many ways. Clarington East Food Bank $8,420 plus 336 lbs of food was For generations it has provided work and learning ex- collected and donated to the East Clarington Food Bank. perience for our youth, entertainment for our families, and Mark your calendars for the countdown to the Christmas world-wide notoriety thru its involvement in feature films Tree-lighting Ceremony at the Bank of Montreal in historic and documentaries. downtown Bowmanville on Friday, December 6 @ 6:30 PM. Bowmanville Zoo is a learning centre, a destination Bundle up the family and listen to carollers sing, or have point for school events and families who travel from cities, your picture taken with Santa and his Live Reindeer. This is towns and villages beyond the GTA. a great time to Christmas shop, as participating downtown We are fortunate to have a world class zoo right here in stores remain open late and many have sales for the evening. our backyard. This festival is enjoyed by many families and remember, Rotarian President Don Hutton unloading the first It is upsetting to see people who are not from our com- you support our community when you purchase a Christ- shipment of Christmas Trees munity but are generally from the USA or Europe, who mas Tree from the Rotary Club of Bowmanville which encourage other people (also not from our community) to continues their tradition of selling real Christmas Trees at I trust you will enjoy this and future Special Editions of protest with placards outside the Bowmanville Zoo, or to Watson Farms on Hwy #2, just west of Green Road in Bow- the Clarington Promoter. threaten to disrupt another sacred family institution - the manville – Open Monday to Fridays 9 AM - 8PM, and Sat We have been keeping up with those industry changes. If Santa Clause Parade - should certain animals take part. & Sun 10 AM – 6 PM. you have access to a computer we invite you to go online to Hats off to the people of Clarington who have stood your Shop early and choose from their selection of Fraser or Bal- read all 25 of our past editions/issues, starting with April 2011. ground in a show of community support for the people and sam Fir - Scotch Pine – White, Siberian or Colorado Spruce. Simply visit claringtonpromoter.ca where you will the animals of the Bowmanville Zoo. Rotary International is one of many local service clubs find all of our past historical & business articles, as well as Michael Hackenburger is thankful for the overwhelming which conduct fund raising events to help support local Cathy’s favourite recipes. support our community continues to give the Bowmanville projects and individuals with needs. I also invite you to connect with me on Linkedin – go Zoo, especially during the issue of the Bowmanville Santa I would like to extend my appreciation to the many peo- to linkedin.com and search Jim Abernethy to “connect” or Clause Parade. ple who have gone out of their way to express disappoint- “invite” use this email address: [email protected] Please take a moment to read the email from Michael (on ment in learning that we have reduced the frequency of this Wishing you and your family a wonderful holiday sea- page 7 this edition) expressing his concerns about that issue. publication. I was disappointed too! son and a healthy and peaceful New Year…………….. Jim

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In 1930, we he got the idea for the park In 1928, with his running see raccoons, golden pheas- when he saw youngsters career behind him, he came ants, peacocks, turkeys, but- playing in the dusty streets back to Bowmanville to terflies, an owl, a golden of Bowmanville because become a business partner eagle, two angora goats and they had no other place to with Morden. He became a pair of Shetland ponies go. His park was open to the first manager of the Park added. Other parts of the all and he never charged ad- and eventually, upon Mor- Park were not neglected and mission. On the front of the den’s death in 1945, became new swings, slides, gym- main zoo building on High- owner of the Mill and Park nastic equipment and two way # 2, which still stands along with long time secre- “ocean waves’ kept the kids today, he had the motto tary Beryl Percy. His favou- healthy and active. The To- written “You Live, Let Oth- rite part of the job was look- ronto Star wrote in 1931 that This building survives today as the entrance for the Zoo. ers Live”. There are many ing after the animals. “Squire” Morden, “has long stories about Morden, here A 1927 description men- been known as the friend of This photo was taken in the 1930’s. On the front is the logo of “Colonel” James Lake is one of them. If he saw a tions the park as covering wild fur, feathers and fins.” Morden’s personal philosophy, “You Live Let Others Live”. car with American licence 20 acres and the zoo as in- When Morden died in plates stop he would ask the cluding two opossums (sent 1945 the park was still going ell sold it in 1950 to Mrs. were purchased from a zoo llama or camel? There are owners what state they were from Tennessee by a man strong because he had added Shirley Connell who ran the in Florida that was clos- just too many to count. I re- from. It didn’t matter the who had visited the Camp improvements every year. park with her son Keith and ing. Several llamas came member driving to work one answer as he always replied in the previous year), 2 The mill had become second his wife Barbara. She also in 1964. In February 1965 day and seeing Mike Hack- “Why, that’s my old home foxes, a pair of rare pigeons, to the park and in 1949 the hired Mr. and Mrs. Frank a dozen gibbon monkeys ar- enberger leading a parade State” and engage them in a Muscovy ducks (a gift from owners, Alfred Shrubb and Belbin as park managers. rived from Thailand. The of an elephant, zebra and lengthy conversation. This the Federal Government), Beryl Percy, sold that part The Connells and Belbins trip by plane only took a day other animals to a hospital led to many believing he muskrats, guinea pigs, rab- of the business to two men planned to renovate the and each monkey was wear- fund-raiser. I thought, you was an American but he was bits, skunks, wolves and a who moved everything to property and bring in new ing a handmade kimono to wouldn’t see that in any other Canadian having been born wild dog sent from North- St. Boniface Manitoba and animals for the zoo. In the protect them from the cold. town in Ontario. The recent in Flesherton, Ontario. ern, Ontario. Morden had it is here that the cereal story end they replaced all the ani- By the 1970’s the Con- museum exhibit on ice age Another unique per- also established a bird sanc- fades from history. mals except a bear. Nellie, nell’s were raising animals mammals was enlivened by sonality associated with tuary around his millpond. Morden’s nephew Jim the popular Java monkey, for other zoos. Coopera- a visit from Limba. What a the Mill and Zoo is Alfred Morden was always Skinner of Lockport Mani- was deemed too old to enjoy tion with other zoos became treat for a youngster to learn Shrubb. Mr. Shrubb was adding new attractions to toba took over ownership the presence of strangers and important to ensure rare about mammoths and mast- born in England in 1879. his Park and a year later in of the park, but he sold it to was sent to a sanctuary. It animals could breed. In one odons and then turn around He broke over a dozen run- 1928, the zoo had added a Don Mitchell. Mr. Mitch- was thought at the time that case, two black leopard cubs to see their living descendent she was as old as the Camp were born from the union of out on the front lawn. Helen itself, but the first mention a female from Bowmanville MacDonald, in a 1988 letter, of a monkey at the zoo was and a male from the River- summed up the zoos special in 1928. That means she dale Zoo in Toronto. Deer, relationship with its commu- was still over 22 years old waterfowl, chickens, emus, nity, “The Bowmanville Zoo at the time. The Ontario De- camels and Sam the talking has always accommodated the partment of Lands and For- mynah bird are mentioned. keen interest that is unique to ests agreed to issue a permit It was about this time admis- children in their joy of meet- to allow them to keep wild sion began to be charged to ing the animals ‘face-to-face’. animals, but also offered cover costs. That is one of the special at- to send them some animals In the 1980’s the Bow- tractions of the Zoo.” too. In 1954 the Connells manville Zoo was known for From cereal to elephants became the managers as raising camels. Bowman- the Bowmanville Zoo is an well as owners of the Zoo. ville bred camels found their unparalleled attraction that Shirley Connell was a way into many zoos in the makes Clarington unique. cousin of Morden’s and United States and even as Its story is truly one of the their tenure here was a long far away as Guatemala and most interesting in Claring- one. It was they who pre- Cuba. In 1987 Keith and his ton’s 219 year history. sided over the change of two sons, Tom and Allen, The Santa Claus Parade the property from a tourist ran the zoo and attracted has happened and so has the camp with a zoo to exclu- over 110,000 visitors. By Friends of the Museum’s Craft sively a zoo. Like Morden this time two elephants had and Bake Sale. Don’t miss our they added many improve- been added, including the Annual Edwardian Christmas ments over the years. It is popular Angus. In January Open House from 7:00pm hard to attach a firm date as 1988 they sold their be- to 9:00pm on December 6th to when the name “Cream loved zoo to a group of four 2013. It’s the same night as of Barley Park” stopped and people. Two were animal the downtown Tree Lighting the “Bowmanville Zoo” be- trainers already working at Ceremony. Come to the Sarah gan but it does seem to have the zoo, Mike Hackenberger Jane Williams Heritage Centre happened around 1964. A and Leslie Pon Tell. They at 62 Temperance Street for November 1962 reference began a $600,000 facelift to music and refreshments. From mentions, “The Cream of improve the zoo’s facilities here we will be leading groups Barley Camp, also known as for both animals and people on a Christmas tour of the the Bowmanville Zoo.” alike. A longer season with Bowmanville Museum. Pe- The Connells increased enhanced educational op- riod decorations, oil lamps and the number of cabins and portunities, Bengal tigers candles really give you the feel modernized them. They put and more reptiles followed of Christmas in Bowmanville in a new larger pool that was soon after. long ago. Admission is by very popular among young- Since it began the Bow- donation and for more infor- sters in the community. The manville Zoo has always been mation call 905-623-2734 or Bowmanville High School a part of Bowmanville. How check out our website at www. held swimming contests many special events were claringtonmuseums.com. there. Keith added a pair made more special by the of zebras in 1961. They appearance of an elephant,

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General Interest General General General General General General General Interest Interest Interest Interest Interest Interest Interest BETTER BRIDGE - with Bill Peel BEACH BOOK CLUB CRAFT GROUP with Judi White Lessons are from the Audrey Grant series of Meet one Monday a month for an engaging discussion (Drop In) learning bridge. Come and learn how to bid better, play about the monthly book. Let your creative side out - learn many different types of superb defence, trick your opponents and maximize your • January: Mozart’s Sister • February: Eat Pray Love crafting from plastic canvas, cross stitch, cut and paste scoring in a relaxed social atmosphere. • March: The Gathering •April: To Be Determined projects to fabric painting as well as seasonal projects. Wednesdays 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm 10 weeks January 20th, February 24th, March 17th, April 28th Supplies will be provided January 15th to March 19th $1.35 per person Thursdays starting January 9th 1:00 pm- 3:00 pm $45.00 per person $1.35 per person

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General Interest General General General General General General General Interest Interest Interest Interest Interest Interest Interest FRENCH LESSONS with Cecile Paxton SPANISH LESSONS LEVEL 1 SPANISH LESSONS LEVEL 3 Beginner with Alan Bayliss with Alan Bayliss We will start with the alphabet then work our way through ¡Hola! Let’s go south to learn the basics of Latin-American ¡Aún más español! Spanish 2 or a good basic knowledge is some sounds. Basic salutations (perhaps a little skit) and Spanish. No previous knowledge is required. You will learn required. Learn more verbs tenses, nouns and adjectives learn to build simple sentences. Mostly aural/oral classes. the alphabet, pronunciation, common phrases, colours, in conversation at the bank, post office and shopping. Beginners 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm $28.00 telling time, days of the week, months and seasons and Topics include talking about the family, having a party, Tuesdays January 7th to February 25th 8 weeks many other things including cultural aspects. All course clothing, comparisons and common expressions. About material will be supplied but bring paper and pen to take one hour per week of homework will be required. NEW Beginner Plus Review of sounds learned in beginner class. Verbs: the notes. There is some optional homework involved. Mondays 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm 10 weeks January 6th to Mondays 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm four irregular verbs and several ER verbs, in the present March 24th 10 weeks January 6th to March 24th *No Class on February 17th or 24th tense. A few adjectives and prepositions. We can build *No Class on February 17th or 24th $59.50 per person Wednesdays 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm 10 weeks January 8th to simple sentences. We will talk about the weather/days of Wednesday 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm March 26th the week and holidays. 10 weeks January 8th to March 26th *No Class on February 19th or 26th Beginner Plus 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm $28.00 *No Class on February 19th or 26th $59.50 per person $59.50 per person Tuesdays January 7th to February 25th 8 weeks

SPANISH LESSONS LEVEL 2 SPANISH LESSONS LEVEL 4 with Alan Bayliss with Alan Bayliss ¡Más español! Spanish 1 or some prior knowledge is Este programa es para los que ya completaron español required. This program will continue with learning more nivel 3 o el equivalente. Continuará con las lecciones como verbs, nouns and adjectives in general conversation. antes, en el supermercado, el restaurante y el hospital. Topics include weekend activities, the family, possessions Estudiaremos pronombres directos, indirectos y and more complex numbers. About one hour per week of reflexivos usados juntos, verbos en el tiempo pasado y homework will be required. mucho más. Para obtener los beneficios del programa se Wednesdays 10 :00 am - 12:00 pm requiere un mínimo de una hora de tarea por semana se 10 weeks January 8th to March 26th requerirá. Si usted no está seguro que este es el nivel $59.50 per person *No Class on February 19th or 26th conveniente para usted, hay una auto evaluación breve Tuesdays 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm disponible para ayudarle a decidir. 10 weeks January 7th to March 25th Mondays 10:00 am – 12:00 pm $59.50 per person 10 weeks January 6th to March 24th *No Class on February 18th or 25th $59.50 per person *NO Class February 17th or 24th*

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CARDIO WITH PEP with Lydia Vooys) DANCE FIT with Barbie Cameron GUIDED MEDITATION with Julie Ditta) Not too slow or too fast. Join this cardio class and enjoy core Dance your way to being fit with Ballroom and Latin Relax your body, let go of stress and energize yourself with conditioning, relaxation and major muscle group stretching. Line Dances for all! Groove to the rhythms of Jive, Waltz, meditation. Guided meditation combined with special Mondays 9:00 am - 10:00 am Rumba, Samba and more! Warm up with stretching and breathing techniques helps you to release tension, clear 12 weeks January 6th to March 31st balance exercises. Loaded with fun and easy movements, your mind and boost your sense of wellbeing. Meditation $50.50 per person and no-one will go away with two left feet! using creative visualization, can help improve memory *NO class Feb 17th Thursdays 1:15 pm - 2:15 pm 12 weeks January 9th to March 27th and sleep and even lower blood pressure. Fridays 9:00 am - 10:00 am $50.50 per person Fridays 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm 12 weeks January 10th to March 28th January 10th to March 28th 12 weeks $50.50 per person FABULOUS MUSCLES $50.50 per person with Lydia Vooys CHAIR PILATES with Nathalie Mackesey Includes a 10 minute warm up and then get down to INTRODUCTION TO ENERGY A low impact class includes the use of bands, standing and business! Bring weights & tubing to class. MEDICINE with Donna Elliott sitting exercises while using your breath to control your core Fridays 10:00 am - 11:00 am 12 weeks January 10th to March 28th and stomach muscles. This class introduces you to various forms of Energy $50.50 per person Mondays 11:15 am - 12:15 pm 12 weeks January 6th to April 7th Medicine from Mind-Body Connection, Reflexology, Chakras, Meditation, Crystals, Aromatherapy, Energy $50.50 person GENTLE YOGA with Sharon Wildeboer *NO Class Monday February 17th or March 10th* Testing, Reiki, Eden Energy Medicine and more. This is great for those looking for a more gentle approach. Wednesdays 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm More emphasis is made on the poses and on proper COMBO CLASS with Lydia Vooys 11 weeks January 22nd to April 2nd breathing techniques. Transitions from standing to the mat All the benefits of cardio with pep and fabulous muscles in are kept to a minimum. $68.00 per person the same class. Mondays 10:00 am – 11:00 am Wednesday 5:00 am - 9:00 am 12 weeks 12 weeks January 6th to March 31st $50.50 per person January 8th to March 26th $50.50 per person Thursday 5:00 am - 10:00 am *NO Class Monday February 17th 12 weeks January 9th to March 27th $50.50 per person Wednesdays 10:00 am – 11:00 am 12 weeks January 8th to March 26th $50.50 per person

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PILATES with Nathalie Mackesey SIT AND BE FIT LEVEL 2 YOGA with Sharon Wildeboer Focus on strengthening the core postural muscles to help keep with Sharon Wildeboer Learn to combine physical yoga postures with breathing techniques to improve your flexibility, strength and balance. your body balanced. This is essential in supporting your spine. Participants who have completed a session of Sit and Be Mondays 9:00 am - 10:00 am 12 weeks Mondays 10:00 am - 11:00 am Fit Level 1 can participate in this class. This class involves January 6th to March 31st $50.50 per person 12 weeks January 6th to March 31st $50.50 per person more standing work, longer cardio sections and more *NO Class Monday February 17th Tuesdays 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm challenging resistance training. Wednesdays 9:00 am – 10:00 am 12 weeks 12 weeks January 7th to March 25th $50.50 per person Tuesdays 9:30 am – 10:30 am 12 weeks January 8th to March 26th $50.50 per person Thursdays 10:00 am - 11:00 am January 7th to March 25th $50.50 per person 12 weeks January 9th to March 27th $50.50 per person Fridays 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 12 weeks Thursdays 7:10 pm – 8:10 pm January 10th to March 28th $50.50 per person YOGA ON THE BALL 12 weeks January 9th to March 27th $50.50 per person *Bring Resistance Bands with handles to class with Laurel Wichman *NO Class Monday February 17th or March 10th* This is a fun and challenging workout that combines breathing and movement using a “stability” ball. The ball QIGONG (Chinese Yoga) STRENGTH TRAINING helps to develop a strong core while providing a soft, cushioned base for long stretches and graceful yoga with Donna Elliott with Lydia Vooys If you are looking to add muscle and tone up, this is the movements. This workout will create a flow of energy Gentle exercises that involve acupressure points, class for you. Class includes resistant exercises to build leaving you strong, calm and centered. coordinated breathing with muscle movements, mild Wednesdays 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm 12 weeks strength and muscle. stretching and relaxation of body and mind. January 8th to March 26th $57.00 per person Thursdays 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm 12 weeks Wednesdays 10:00 am - 11:30 am 12 weeks January 9th to April 3rd $50.50 per person January 8th to March 26th *Bring Resistance Bands with handles to class $50.50 per person YOGA with Laurel Wichman *NO Class Monday February 27th* This class will allow you to deepen your experience of Wednesdays 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm 12 weeks yoga and to spend more time improving your range of January 8th to March 26th motion through your shoulders, low back and hips. We $36.00 per person STRENGTH TRAINING FOR MEN will explore YIN Yoga postures (long passive holds that with Sharon Wildeboer target tendons, ligaments and joints) as well as the more Looking to add muscle and tone up? This class includes challenging YANG postures that help to build strength and resistance exercises to build strength and muscle. stamina. Breath work is integrated throughout the class. Wednesdays 11:00 am – 11:45 am 12 weeks Mondays 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm 12 weeks January 8th to March 26th $41.00 per person January 6th to March 31st $75.00 per person Fridays 9:00 am – 9:45 am 12 weeks *NO Class Monday February 17th January 10th to March 28th $41.00 per person *Bring Resistance Bands with handles to class* YOGA with Laurel Wichman

We will explore classical Yoga postures with emphasis on RECREATIONAL AFRICAN TAI CHI with Sandra Jin proper technique and breath work. Time will be spent at the beginning of each class in opening relaxation and in DRUMMING 1 with Julie Ditta) The gentle movements of this powerful Chinese exercise have preparing your body for the more challenging postures. Come out and drum your way to better health. Learn some been practiced for centuries by people of all ages and fitness Wednesdays 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm 12 weeks basic rhythms. Reduce stress, energize, relax and have fun. levels to improve health, boost energy and reduce stress. Also January 8th to March 26th 57.00 per person Drums will be provided or bring your own. recommended by health practitioners in treating many Fridays 10:00 am – 11:00 am diseases (e.g., arthritis, high blood pressure, osteoporosis). Beginner: Mondays 10:00 am - 11:00 am 10 weeks January 10th to March 28th 12 weeks YOGALATES with Sharon Wildeboer January 6th to March 17th $42.00 per person $50.50 per person A fusion of yoga and pilates that restores mind/body Intermediate: Mondays 11:00 am - 12 pm 10 weeks balance while building strength and providing toning. January 6th to March 17th $42.00 per person RECREATIONAL AFRICAN DRUMMING Mondays 11:00 am – 12:00 pm 12 weeks *NO Class Monday February 17th January 6th to March 31st $50.50 per person PROFICIENCY with Julie Ditta *NO Class Monday February 17th Continue to gain proficiency with your drumming and learn TAP DANCING BEGINNERS more complex and challenging rhythms and poly rhythms. Enjoy the fun of group freestyle drumming and rhythm with Veronica Vargas ZUMBA with Veronica Vargas based activities. Drums will be provided or bring your own. Learn the basic steps and if you want to dance with enough Interval training where fast and slow rhythms and Fridays 11:00 am – 12:00 pm time to enjoy your step before switching to another. resistance training are combined to tone and sculpt your January 10th to March 28th 12 weeks Wednesdays 9:00 am – 10:00 am 11 weeks body while burning fat. $50.50 per person January 8th to March 19th $46.25 per person Tuesdays 9:00 am – 10:00 am 11 weeks January 7th to March 18th $46.25 per person

Thursdays 10:30 am – 11:30 am 11 weeks SIT AND BE FIT LEVEL 1 TAP DANCING BEGINNERS PLUS January 9th to March 20th $46.25 per person with Sharon Wildeboer with Veronica Vargas Participants will be led through a series of seated and Standard combinations such as Buffalos & Waltz-clogs. All ZUMBA GOLD (Lite) standing movements and stretches. combinations learned will be put together to music and Tuesdays 10:30 am – 11:30 am 12 weeks possibly performed. with Veronica Vargas January 7th to March 25th $50.50 per person Wednesdays 10:00 am – 11:00 am 11 weeks A combination of dance and fitness created from the Fridays 10:00 am - 11:00 am 12 weeks January 8th to March 19th $46.25 per person original Zumba. For the active older adult or beginner January 10th to March 28th $50.50 per person level participants who may need modifications for success. *Bring Resistance Bands with handles to class Wednesdays 11:00 am – 12:00 pm 11 weeks January 8th to March 19th $46.25 per person

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BALLROOM & LATIN DANCE LINE DANCING BEGINNERS PLUS SQUARE AND ROUND DANCING with Instructor Barbie Cameron & with Phyll Marshall with Pat Prout, Gregg Hall, John Assistant Instructor John Pyatt For those who enjoyed the Beginners, but are not ready to move on to Intermediate. Raaphorst & Ruth Cowle (Drop In) Beginner Mondays 1:15 pm – 2:15 pm 12 weeks Join us for an hour of Square and Round Dancing. This is a Learn the Cha Cha, Jive and some fun Merengue. January 6th to March 31st 9 $30.00 per person fun social group and no experience or partner is necessary. Thursdays 11:30 am – 12:30 pm 12 weeks *NO Class February 17th January 16th to April 3rd Tuesdays 12:45 pm - 2:00 pm January 14th $0.55 $64.50 per person *No Square Dancing on January 21st, February 18th & LINE DANCING INTERMEDIATE March 11th LINE DANCING BEGINNERS with Phyll Marshall Participants must have experience in line dancing. with Phyll Marshall Various steps will be taught in this fun and social program. Various steps will be taught in this fun and social program. Fridays 11:00 am – 12:00 pm 12 weeks Mondays 12:15 pm – 1:15 pm 12 weeks January 10th to March 28th January 6th to March 31st $30.00 per person $30.00 per person *NO Class February 17th

Art & Music Art & MusicArt & MusicArt & MusicArt & MusicArt & MusicArt & MusicArt & MusicArt & MusicArt & MusicArt & MusicArt & MusicArt & Music ACRYLIC PAINTING / WATER COLOUR Theatre Group (Drop IN) WATER COLOUR INTERMEDIATE BASICS with Paul Livingston Calling all Thespians! This is a group for aspiring actors, with Hi-Sook Barker interested writers and performers, and people who are A variety of painting techniques for creating landscapes, Traditional techniques will be introduced and taught just passionate about theatre. People of all skill levels are portraits, florals and other common subjects. with impressionistic style from the basics. Learn how to welcome to join the weekly group to work towards a Thursdays 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm 12 weeks paint loose, light, transparent, beautiful water colours culminating, collaborative show. No experience required. January 16th to April 3rd $72.00 per person with an experienced teacher who will accommodate all *Back stage volunteers always needed levels of expertise. Tuesdays Starting January 14th 1:00 pm – 3:15 pm $1.35 DRAWING with Paul Livingston Thursdays 9 am – 12 pm 12 weeks Includes the basic principles and how to apply these January 9th to March 27th $107.00 per person toward drawing landscapes, portraits, florals and animals. Wednesdays 10:00 am – 12:00 pm 12 weeks January 15th to April 2nd $72.00 per person

Computer & Digital Photography Programs With Brian Greenway Computer & Digital Camera Programs ADOBE LIGHTROOM for Photographers DIGITAL CAMERA CONTROLS PART 2 MAKING YOUR OWN PRINTED Lightroom is organized into modules making Lightroom both This is a follow up to the introductory session on Camera PHOTO ALBUM quicker to master, and faster in performance than Photoshop. Settings. Tips on settings for close-ups, action shots, low Don’t leave your precious images in cyber space - bring them Topics covered will include using the workspace, importing and – light and panorama shots will be included. Bring your into the real world. Learn to have fun using your digital viewing, organizing and filtering, editing essentials, presets, camera and manual. images to create photo albums on a computer with your own Thursday March 27th 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm $18.00 per person exporting and publishing. You should be comfortable using layout design. The software is free and enables you to make Windows or Mac operating systems. Learn on our laptops or commercially printed hard-cover albums that last a lifetime. bring your own. “GETTING SORTED”: ORGANIZING Thursday March 6th 7:00 pm- 9:00 pm $18.00 per person Tuesday March 18th and March 25th 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm $51.00 per person YOUR DIGITAL PICTURES Note: Courses in Adobe Photoshop can be arranged if there Tips and tricks to organizing, managing and simple editing of SPREADSHEETS I are a sufficient number of requests. Photographers should your images using excellent free software. Review ways to store Why is the most useful software available hardly used and consider learning Adobe Lightroom before moving to the your images. Some computer experience would be useful. understood? Excel, Numbers, OpenOffice Calc, and MS more complex features of Photoshop. Lightroom has been Thursdays February 6th & 13th 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Works provide ways to store tables of data to do sorting and developed specially for photographers by Adobe. $36.00 per person calculations that are extremely powerful in the way they can predict. This will be a hands-on, basic Introduction with Brian’s Digital Café: Free Computer, LEARNING PICASA AND SCANNING practical examples. Picasa is a free program from Google for Windows and Mac Mondays March 3rd & March 10th 9:30 am – 11:30 am Internet & Photography Support computers to help you organize edit and share your photos. The $36.00 per person Wednesdays By Appointment session will cover all the features of the program from importing Brian Greenway will be volunteering on Wednesday images to basic editing. Some tips for good scanning techniques TAKING BETTER TRAVEL PICTURES- afternoons at the Clarington Beech Centre to assist you with will also be covered for your old photographs and documents. any of your computer or digital photography questions. LEARN TEN WAYS TO SUCCESS Tuesday March 4th & March 11th 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm For COAA members only. After a trip are you a little disappointed with your images? $36.00 per person No Café on Jan 8, 15, 22, 29 Feb 26th Learn ten simple, yet effective techniques, for capturing the moment and making more memorable photographs. LEARN THE INTERNET Thursday March 13th 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm $18.00 per person DIGITAL CAMERA CONTROLS PART 1 Topics will mostly come from the needs and interests of This session will deal solely with the operation controls the members of the class. Security is always a big concern WORD PROCESSING BASICS of your camera in order to take advantage of everything it and will be covered with lots of other tips on searching Completely necessary, but rarely used properly, word- can do to meet different situations in your picture making. information, web-based email, shopping, and social processing is key to a better experience on any device from Bring your camera and the manual. network sites using your favourite internet browser. smartphones, tablets, to laptops. Learn some key concepts Thursday March 20th 7 pm – 9 pm $18.00 per person Tuesdays February 4th & 11th 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm and skills for more efficient editing. Lots of tips and tricks $36.00per person for editing and making the most of your software. February 3rd 9:30 am – 11:30 am $18.00 per person

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Regular Drop-Ins Regular Drop-InsRegular Drop-InsRegular Drop-InsRegular Drop-InsRegular Drop-InsRegular Drop-InsRegular Drop-Ins BOOK CLUB DROP IN OPEN ART STUDIO, (Held at Courtice Community Complex) CRAFTING, GAMES AND CARDS Meet the third Wednesday of each month for an engaging (Held at Courtice Community Complex) discussion about the monthly book. January: Northern Join us for a morning to meet as a group to work on Light, February: Rules of Civility, March: The Glass Castle, current projects while you socialize with your peers …. Or April: Unbearable Likeness join in on a board game or card match with new friends. Wednesdays January 22nd, February 19th, March 19th & Free Snacks and Coffee/Tea as an added treat! April 23rd Mondays Starting January 6th 11:00 am – 12:00 pm *No Drop In Feb 17th, Mar 10th, April 21 $1.35 members/$1.70 non-members Wednesdays Starting January 8th *No Drop in Mar 12th 9:00 am – 12:00 pm $1.35 members/$1.70 non-members

New New New New New New New New NEW Programs Programs Programs Programs Programs Programs Programs Programs Programs ACRYLIC PAINTING / WATER COLOUR “CARD GAMES FOR ALL” GAME BASICS with Paul Livingston INSTRUCTION with Bill Peel (Held at Courtice Community Complex) (Held at South Courtice Arena) A variety of painting techniques for creating landscapes, Interested in learning how to play some new card games portraits, florals and other common subjects. to get more interaction with your grandchildren and Thursdays 9:00 am – 11:00 am 12 weeks friends? Bill Peel is the author of “The Coles Notes” book in January 16th to April 3rd which he wrote to share rules, strategy and playing tips for $72.00 members $75 non members cards for four, two or even alone in simple to understand language. Euchre; Solitaire;Cribbage;Rummy; Old Maid; BRIAN’S DIGITAL CAFé: Free Computer, Hearts; Whist; Blackjack. Come out and enjoy learning and playing with free coffee & tea! Internet & Photography Support Thursdays January 9th to February 6th – 5 Weeks (Held at Courtice Community Complex) 9:30 am to 11:30 am Monday AM By Appointment $ 45.00 members/$ 50.65 non-members Brian Greenway will be volunteering on Monday Mornings at the Courtice Community Complex to assist you with any DROP IN CARDS HEALTHY HEARTS with Celilia Barnes of your computer or digital photography questions. (Held at South Courtice Arena) No Café on Jan 6, 13, 20, 27 Feb 17th, 24th March 3rd (Held at South Courtice Arena) Join your friends, family or the friends you haven’t met yet Contact Courtice Community Complex 905-404-1525 The Clarington Older Adult Association can help get you for an afternoon of cards. back in motion - whether you’re dealing with a chronic To prebook your appointment Free Snacks and Coffee/Tea as an added treat! |condition or recovering from an injury or surgery. We are Tuesdays Starting January 14th 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm here to help you enhance your strength, stamina, circulation, $ 1.35 members/$1.70 non-members flexibility and cardiovascular fitness. This one hour fitness class will include a cardio, resitence, flexibility and relaxation GOLF INSTRUCTION with component. Please wear comfortable clothing and clean indoor shoes. Don’t forget your towel and water bottle. Local Master Golf Teacher Bill Bath *Doctors note required (Held at Courtice Community Complex) Mondays 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm January 6th - April 7th 12 weeks Everyone can learn how to golf. Whether you are a beginner Wednesdays 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm January 8th - April 2nd 12 weeks or experienced golfer, we have created a program for you. We will cover all necessary theoretical aspects of this great game. DRAWING with Paul Livingston Each session will also have an open floor for questions. Thursdays 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm Beginners (Held at Courtice Community Complex) Thursdays 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm Advanced Includes the basic principles and how to apply these January 23rd to February 20th 5 weeks toward drawing landscapes, portraits, florals and animals. $20 members / $25 non-members Wednesdays 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm 12 weeks January 15th to April 2nd $72.00 members $75 non members

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With Bill Peel Fitness Fitness Fitness Fitness Fitness Fitness Fitness Fitness Fitness Fitness Fitness Fitness Fitness Fitness Computer & Digital Photography Programs Computer & Digital Camera Programs ARTHRITIS FITNESS SIT AND BE FIT LEVEL 1 STRENGTH TRAINING SKPE THE MAC COMPUTER WHAT CAN I DO WITH MY with Nathalie Mackesey with Sharon Wildeboer with Sharon Wildeboer (Held at South Courtice Arena) (Held at Courtice Community Complex) DIGITAL IMAGES (Held at Courtice Community Complex) (Held at Courtice Community Complex) (Held at Courtice Community Complex) Do you want to see your loved ones and the people with These classes are designed to help understand how the Ap- (Held at South Courtice Arena) whom you communicate like grandchildren, friends, fam- ple Macintosh computer works. How does iPhoto make pic- This class is suited for those with Osteo or Rheumatoid Ar- Participants will be led through a series of seated and Looking to add muscle and tone up? This class includes re- These classes will take you through the process of loading ily overseas or actually anyone anywhere in the world? ture management and editing so easy? What is iTunes and thritis and Fibromyalgia. The class helps to increase range standing movements and stretches. sistance exercises to build strength and muscle. This class your images onto a computer managing them and helping Come and learn how to install SKYPE on your computer. why is it so important to your music enjoyment? Why is the of motion, balance and strength which improves your *Bring Resistance Bands with handles to class. is for both men and women. you learn how to edit them with some of the basic tools that Set up an account and start using this free application on Apple Macintosh operating system simple and easy to use? quality of life by decreasing pain, swelling and stiffness. Mondays 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm Mondays 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm the computer provides. You will be taught how to email, your PC and/or tablet. Skype can even be used on certain Fridays February 28th to March 21st 3 weeks Wednesdays 10:00 am - 11:00 am January 6th to April 7th 12 weeks January 6th to April 7th 12 weeks make a photo book, cards and calendar. Bring your laptop cell phones that have a camera. 9:30 am – 11:00 am January 8th to April 2nd 12 weeks $50.50 members/ $55.50 non-members $50.50 members/ $55.50 non-members or use those provided. Monday January 27th $51.00 members / $56.00 non-members $50.50 members/ $55.50 non-members *No Class February 17th or March 10th *No Class February 17th or March 10th Wednesdays March 19th, 26th and April 2nd 3 weeks 9:30 am – 11:00 am *NO Class March 14th Fridays 10:00 am – 11:00 am 9:30 am – 11:30 am $12.00 members/$17.00 non-members January 10th to April 4th 12 weeks YOGA WITH SHARON WILDEBOER $51.00 members/$ 56.00 non-members $50.50 members/ $55.50 non-members THE POWER OF THE MAC *NO Class March 12th *No Class March 12th or March 14th (Held at Courtice Community Complex) TRAVEL SERIES - ARM CHAIR Learn to combine physical yoga postures with breathing (Held at South Courtice Arena) techniques to improve your flexibility, strength and balance. TRAVEL FOR EVERYONE These classes are designed to help you understand how the WINDOWS 7 HELP! Fridays 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm (Held at South Courtice Arena) Apple Macintosh computer works. Learn iPhoto, iTunes (Held at South Courtice Arena) and the ease of the operating system. January 10th to April 4th 12 weeks Interested in travel? Join us as we learn from someone These computer lessons are directed to those people who are Fridays January 3rd, 10th & 17th 3 weeks $50.50 members/$55.50 non-members who has travelled to over 50 countries? Each evening having difficulty operating their PC Windows 7 machines. 9:30 am – 11:30 am *NO Class March 14th will begin with a geographical look into each country Each 2 hour class will be focused on specific objectives but $ 51.00 members/$ 56.00 non-members and what it has to offer. The receive tips on by-passing also on issues that you face… what do you want to learn? expensive travel agencies? All of these lectures will Monday March 17th to April 14th 5 weeks With Bill Peel Computer & Digital Photography Programs Computer & Digital provide suggestions to such questions as – what 9:30 am – 11:30 am Camera Programs to pack – will I find food I will like to eat – money – $ 85 members / $90 non-members per class APPLE COMPUTING DISCOVER THE POWER OF IPAD APPS THAT INSPIRE language – important background information and most importantly how can I make this experience “mine!” Bill (Held at Courtice Community Complex) YOUR IPAD (Held at South Courtice Arena) will share pictures from each country and suggest the This demonstration will share the Apple collection of prod- The iPad is an incredible revolutionary electronic device (Held at Courtice Community Complex) top ten “things to do”. ucts designed to excite you about the ease of use and in- that is light and easy to use. Which of the 475,000 apps can I 10 Classes to maximize your iPad and what it can do for you! China – March 17th 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm ter connected nature of the devices. Why buy any of these really use? Come out and experience what new apps to Prior to attending any of these courses you must have Eastern Europe – March 24th 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm products? Are they complicated? How do they work? inspire and entertain you might you download. Learn an iPad, Apple ID and have established an account with India & Myanmar – March 31st 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Which product suits your needs and interests? tricks and tips in making this device work better for you. Apple through iTunes. $5 members / $8 non-members per class Friday February 7th (an iPad is necessary - experienced iPad users only) Thursdays from February 13th to April 24th 9:30 am to 11:30 am Tuesdays February 4th, 11 th & 18th 3 weeks 9:30 am to 11:30 am *No class March 13th $12.00 members/ $17.00 non-members 9:30 am – 11:30 am $ 5 members / $8 non-members per class $57.00 members/$ 62.00 non-members General General General General General General General General Feb 13th CLASS ONE: This is an introduction to your General Interest Interest Interest Interest Interest Interest Interest Interest Interest DIGITAL CAMERA TIPS new iPad. How do you use it? How do I get onto a wireless BETTER BRIDGE - with Bill Peel BRIDGE - A SOCIAL AND BECOME A “MASTER IN THE GARDEN (Held at South Courtice Arena) internet network? What are the settings on my iPad? INTERNET MADE EASY Classes will help you through the process of loading your Feb20th CLASS TWO: Basic Apps or applications on your (Held at South Courtice Arena) (Held at South Courtice Arena) EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY with Elaine Davidson iPad. How do they work? A close and personal look at the apps images onto a computer managing them and helping you Learn how to effectively use the internet. Complete your This series of lessons follows the Audrey Grant (Held at Courtice Community Complex) that Apple gives to you such as: App Store, Face Time, Calen- with Bill Peel to learn how to edit them with some of the basic tools that banking, email, shop or download files. learning system of bridge; the Diamond Series. This course will provide you with the knowledge and dar, Clock, iTunes, Maps, Safari, Camera, iBooks and more … (Held at South Courtice Arena) that computer provides. You will be taught how to email, Thursdays March 27th & April 3rd 2 weeks You will start to understand the need for a “plan”; expertise to creat stunning indoor and outdoor gardens. Feb 27th CLASS THREE: Email on the iPad. How do I create Interested in learning a little more about this great make a photo book, cards or calendars. Please bring your 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm developing tricks; the finesse; eliminating losers Learn the skills to determine what healthy soil is; how an account? How do I create an iCloud account? How do I card game AND enjoying an evening out to play and laptop or use those provided. $ 36.00 members/$ 41.00 non-members (trumping and discarding); entries, understanding the to plant and maintain seedlings, plants and cuttings; send an email? How do I manage my email accounts? Thursdays February 13th & 20th 2 weeks socialize? Then this is the class for you. Come out and watering and mulching;weed, insect and disease Mar 6th CLASS FOUR: There are apps that cost & apps that opponents (especially leads);managing the trump suit, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm enjoy a relaxed learning opportunity with free coffee and management; pesticide alternatives and attracting are free. Apps store is the application to download those IPHONE NIGHT putting it all together as a partnership. $36.00 members/$ 41.00 non-members tea while you pick up tips and tricks to improve your game. pollinator; see collecting and plant types. This course is that you are interested in. (Held at South Courtice Arena) Tuesdays January 28th to April 8th (10 weeks) Mondays January 6th to March 17th – 10 Weeks hands on complete with a workbook to keep and refer to Mar 20th CLASS FIVE: Photos and the iPad. Learn how Help provide navigation and use of your iPhone. 10:00 am to 11:30 am 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm always. Some seed and potting supplies will be needed by DIGITAL PHOTO EDITING to download photos, edit them and send them in emails. Thursday March 6th $ 45.00 members/$ 50.65 non-members $ 45.00 members/$ 50.65 non-members course participants. (Held at South Courtice Arena) How can you use the camera in your iPad? How do you get 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm *No Class March 11th Tuesdays February 4th, 11th & 18th 3 weeks These classes will demonstrate the use of Photoshop Ele- photos onto your iPad? $ 15.00 members/ $20.00 non-members *No Feb 17th 9:30 am to 11:30 am ments, Photoshop and Lightroom techniques used by seri- Mar 27th CLASS SIX: Music and the iPad. Learn how to $ 22.00 members/$ 27.00 non-members ous photographers to enhance pictures. The explanation of download music to your iPAd and use the Music app on your PHOTO COURSE different file type – RAW and jpeg will be discussed as well iPad to its full potential. How do you purchase a song or album? as third party tools that can be purchased to enhance your Apr 3rd CLASS SEVEN: Video and the iPad. Learn how to (Held at South Courtice Arena) pictures and provide some spectacular results. Bring your take videos with your iPad. Learn how to download videos These classes will help you with super tips on how to take laptop or use those provided. from iTunes and watch videos from Netflix or a TV station. better pictures. Bring your camera and visit a number of lo- Thursdays January 30th to February 13th 3 weeks How do I use my iPad with my home TV? cations designed to teach you how to take portraits to land- 9:30 am – 11:30 am Apr 10th CLASS EIGHT: Books and Magazines on scapes to special scenes. What are the different settings on $ 36.00 members/$ 41.00 non-members your iPad. Learn how to download and view books and my camera. Your photos will be loaded and shared. A digi- magazines from your iPad. tal camera is necessary. Apr 17th CLASS NINE: iPad and Games. This class will share Thursdays March 13th & 20th 2 weeks some of the world’s most popular games on your iPad. How 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm do I download them? What Games are available? $ 36.00 members/$ 41.00 non-members Apr 24th CLASS TEN: iWorks and the iPad. How do I create a document (word processing) or spreadsheet on the iPad. How do I create a powerpoint presentation on my iPad?

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Computer & Digital Photography Programs With Bill Peel Computer & Digital Camera Programs SKPE THE MAC COMPUTER WHAT CAN I DO WITH MY (Held at South Courtice Arena) (Held at Courtice Community Complex) DIGITAL IMAGES Do you want to see your loved ones and the people with These classes are designed to help understand how the Ap- (Held at South Courtice Arena) whom you communicate like grandchildren, friends, fam- ple Macintosh computer works. How does iPhoto make pic- These classes will take you through the process of loading ily overseas or actually anyone anywhere in the world? ture management and editing so easy? What is iTunes and your images onto a computer managing them and helping Come and learn how to install SKYPE on your computer. why is it so important to your music enjoyment? Why is the you learn how to edit them with some of the basic tools that Set up an account and start using this free application on Apple Macintosh operating system simple and easy to use? the computer provides. You will be taught how to email, your PC and/or tablet. Skype can even be used on certain Fridays February 28th to March 21st 3 weeks make a photo book, cards and calendar. Bring your laptop cell phones that have a camera. 9:30 am – 11:00 am or use those provided. Monday January 27th $51.00 members / $56.00 non-members Wednesdays March 19th, 26th and April 2nd 3 weeks 9:30 am – 11:00 am *NO Class March 14th 9:30 am – 11:30 am $12.00 members/$17.00 non-members $51.00 members/$ 56.00 non-members THE POWER OF THE MAC *NO Class March 12th TRAVEL SERIES - ARM CHAIR (Held at South Courtice Arena) TRAVEL FOR EVERYONE These classes are designed to help you understand how the WINDOWS 7 HELP! (Held at South Courtice Arena) Apple Macintosh computer works. Learn iPhoto, iTunes (Held at South Courtice Arena) and the ease of the operating system. Interested in travel? Join us as we learn from someone These computer lessons are directed to those people who are Fridays January 3rd, 10th & 17th 3 weeks who has travelled to over 50 countries? Each evening having difficulty operating their PC Windows 7 machines. 9:30 am – 11:30 am will begin with a geographical look into each country Each 2 hour class will be focused on specific objectives but $ 51.00 members/$ 56.00 non-members and what it has to offer. The receive tips on by-passing also on issues that you face… what do you want to learn? expensive travel agencies? All of these lectures will Monday March 17th to April 14th 5 weeks provide suggestions to such questions as – what 9:30 am – 11:30 am to pack – will I find food I will like to eat – money – $ 85 members / $90 non-members per class language – important background information and most importantly how can I make this experience “mine!” Bill will share pictures from each country and suggest the top ten “things to do”. China – March 17th 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Eastern Europe – March 24th 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm India & Myanmar – March 31st 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm $5 members / $8 non-members per class

General General General General General General General General General Interest Interest Interest Interest Interest Interest Interest Interest Interest BETTER BRIDGE - with Bill Peel BRIDGE - A SOCIAL AND BECOME A “MASTER IN THE GARDEN (Held at South Courtice Arena) EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY with Elaine Davidson This series of lessons follows the Audrey Grant with Bill Peel (Held at Courtice Community Complex) learning system of bridge; the Diamond Series. This course will provide you with the knowledge and (Held at South Courtice Arena) You will start to understand the need for a “plan”; expertise to creat stunning indoor and outdoor gardens. Interested in learning a little more about this great developing tricks; the finesse; eliminating losers Learn the skills to determine what healthy soil is; how card game AND enjoying an evening out to play and (trumping and discarding); entries, understanding the to plant and maintain seedlings, plants and cuttings; socialize? Then this is the class for you. Come out and opponents (especially leads);managing the trump suit, watering and mulching;weed, insect and disease enjoy a relaxed learning opportunity with free coffee and putting it all together as a partnership. management; pesticide alternatives and attracting tea while you pick up tips and tricks to improve your game. pollinator; see collecting and plant types. This course is Tuesdays January 28th to April 8th (10 weeks) Mondays January 6th to March 17th – 10 Weeks hands on complete with a workbook to keep and refer to 10:00 am to 11:30 am 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm always. Some seed and potting supplies will be needed by $ 45.00 members/$ 50.65 non-members $ 45.00 members/$ 50.65 non-members course participants. *No Class March 11th *No Feb 17th Tuesdays February 4th, 11th & 18th 3 weeks 9:30 am to 11:30 am $ 22.00 members/$ 27.00 non-members

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Regular Drop-Ins Regular Regular Regular Regular General Interest Drop-Ins Drop-Ins Drop-Ins Drop-Ins PICKLEBALL PICKLEBALL DEMO FOR NEW Programs (Held at Newcastle and District PLAYERS with Hans Tim BOWLING LEAGUE Recreation Centre) (Held at Newcastle and District Mondays 9:30 am to 12:30 pm starting January 6th Recreation Centre) (Held at Newcastle Town Hall) Tuesdays (BEGINNER ONLY) 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm January 14th 12:30 pm to 3:00 pm FREE Join us for a fun social mixed league. starting January 7th *Register before Jan 7th Spots available for the 2:30 Teams. Wednesdays 9:30 am to 12:00 pm starting January 8th January 9th to April 3rd $29.05 Thursdays 12:30 pm – 3:00 pm starting January 9th 2 games will be played each week Fridays 12:30 pm – 3:00 pm starting January 10th BADMINTON (Drop in) Cost is $5.00 per game $1.35 members & $1.70 non-members per play (Held at Newcastle and District Includes prize and end of season banquet (Pay at reception desk upon arrival) Recreation Centre) *No Drop Ins Feb 17th, March 10th to 14th, April 18th to 21st Tuesdays 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm starting January 7th Wednesdays 9:30 am- 12 pm starting January 8th $1.35 members / $1.70 non-members per play (Pay at reception desk upon arrival) *No Drop In Mar 11th or 12th

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BALLROOM & LATIN DANCE Bronze/Silver- Learn the Tango,Samba, Jive & Slowfox Intermediate- Learn the Tango, Cha Cha & Merengue with Instructor Barbie Cameron Wednesdays 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm 12 weeks Wednesdays 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm 12 weeks January 15th to April 9th January 15th to April 9th Assistant Instructor John Pyatt *No Class March 12th *No Class March 12th (Held at Newcastle and District $64.50 members / $69.50 non-members $64.50 members / $69.50 non-members Recreation Centre) Ballroom and Latin Dance for fitness, strength, cardio, Advanced- Learn the Tango, Samba & Jive socializing and memory. Wednesdays 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm 12 weeks No partner necessary. Please no rubber soled shoes January 15th to April 9th *No Class March 12th $64.50 members / $69.50 non-members

Computer & Digital Photography Programs Computer & Digital Computer & Digital Camera Programs Camera Programs DISCOVER THE POWER OF YOUR Mar 27 CLASS FIVE: Photos and the iPad. Learn how to DISCOVERING WINDOWS 8 download photos, edit them and send them in emails. IPAD with Brian Greenway How can you use the camera in your iPad? How do you get (Held at Newcastle and District Recreation (Held at Newcastle and District Recreation photos onto your iPad? Centre or Newcastle Library) Centre or Newcastle Library) April 3 CLASS SIX: Music and the iPad. Learn how to A computer using Windows 8 is a very new experience. Us- 10 Classes to maximize your iPad and what it can do for download music to your iPAd and use the Music app on ing Touch, keyboard or mouse you can manage and use you! Prior to attending any of these courses you must your iPad to its full potential. How do you purchase a song “apps” with surprising ease. A very different Desktop and have an Apple ID and have established an account with or album? programs, however, can be confusing, especially for begin- Apple through iTunes. April 10th CLASS SEVEN: Video and the iPad. Learn how ners and not-so-beginners. This course will help you learn Thursdays from February 20th to May 1st to take video with your iPad. Learn how to download vid- the basics and get the most out of Microsoft’s new oper- 9:30 am to 11:30 am eos from iTunes and watch videos from Netflix or a TV sta- ating system. There are three modules of 2 hour sessions, $ 5 members / $8 non-members per class tion. How do I use my iPad with my home TV? each with clear objectives and can be taken independently. *No class Feb 27th April 17th CLASS EIGHT: Books and Magazines on your Some laptops available but please bring your own. No pre- Feb 20 CLASS ONE: This is an introduction to your new iPad. Learn how to download and view books and maga- vious experience in Windows required. iPad. How do you use it? How do I get onto a wireless inter- zines from your iPad. Wednesdays 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm 3 weeks net network? What are the settings on my iPad? April 24th CLASS NINE: iPad and Games. This class will March 5th, 19th & 26th Mar 6 CLASS TWO: Basic Apps or applications on your iPad. share some of the world’s most popular games on your iPad. *No Class March 12th How do they work? A close and personal look at the apps that How do I download them? What Games are available? $ 51 members / $56 non-members Apple gives to you such as: App Store, Face Time, Calendar, May 1st CLASS TEN: iWorks and the iPad. How do I create Clock, iTunes, Maps, Safari, Camera, iBooks and more … a document (word processing) or spreadsheet on the iPad. Mar 13 CLASS THREE: Email on the iPad. How do I create How do I create a powerpoint presentation on my iPad? an account? How do I create an iCloud account? How do I send an email? How do I manage my email accounts? Mar 20 CLASS FOUR: There are apps that cost & apps that are free. Apps store is the application to download those that you are interested in.

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Please register in advance Workshops & Seminars at the front desk Workshops Workshops Workshops Workshops Workshops & Seminars & Seminars & Seminars & Seminars & Seminars DECOR THERAPY PLUS HOW TO AVOID PROBATE with with Sue Pitchforth Mark Hawkins Join us for lively, fun interactive and informative This presentation will focus on how to achieve one’s estate planning goals, tax and cost effectively. We begin by briefly ex- Decorating seminar that will help you get ready for the Spring season. You will leave with lots of fresh ideas and plaining the changes to the Probate process and its associated costs and new risks. We will then discuss how Charitable Giving inspiration. Everything from Dollar Store decorating tips to how to select paint colours to new decorating ideas - even some and certain, commonly owned investments can help reduce - great recipes for you to try at home! Hope to see you there! Probate taxes and overall costs to one’s Estate. Finally, a Char FREE - Tuesday March 25th 1:00 pm to2:00 pm tered Accountant will briefly explain the process of preparing a Terminal Tax Return and how to avoid some common pitfalls. Wednesday January 22nd from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm DIABETES WORKSHOP FREE six week workshop, sponsored by the Ministry of Health NATUROPATHIC MEDICINE and Long Term Care and the Central East LNIN. These work- Dr.Carla King, ND will be discussing a number of common shops are directed at people with type 2 diabetes, but people complaints including feeling tired, high blood pressure, pain, with type 1 diabetes are welcome to join. You will develop skills digestive irregularity and sleep, and how you can make small to manage your diabetes daily and prevent complications. changes to your diet and lifestyle to improve these symptoms. This Stanford University developed program has proven that Her philosophy is focusing on the root cause of these problems, participants who complete the workshop series demonstrate so you can really address why you feel a certain way, instead of significant improvements in exercise, symptom management, masking your concerns. Symtoms such as pain, heartburn or communication with physicians, self-reported general health, imsomnia are your body’s way of talking to you - if you listen, participation in social activities and confidence in knowing you will learn a lot about how you can help! how to help themselves. FREE - Wednesdays February 5th to 26th 4 weeks FREE - Wednesdays January 8th to February 12th 10:30 am to 12:00 pm 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm

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COAA PROGRAM PAGEANT & LUNCH RABBIE BURNS LUNCHEON ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Enjoy performances by a variety of COAA programs. Join us as we celebrate the history of Rabbie Burns with fine & POTLUCK Tuesday December 3 Scottish fare. Entertainment and Trivia to follow the service. Join your fellow members at our annual meeting to review Lunch at 12 pm, Pageant at 12:45 pm Tuesday January 21st at 11:30 am the years financials, program updates and elect new board $8.05 Members/ $11.40 Non-Members $8.05 members / $11.40 non-members members to act on the associations behalf. Friday March 28th CHRISTMAS DINNER AND DANCE LADIES NIGHT 12 pm An elegant evening to socialize with friends and family. Thursday February 13th at 6 pm FREE Includes dinner, entertainment and dancing. $5 per person

Saturday December 14 Includes: treatments, refreshments, snacks and entertainment SUNDAY OPEN MIC Social at 5 pm Dinner at 6 pm Join us for a great afternoon of talent. Sing, Dance … $25.00 Members/ $30.00 Non-Members YOUTH AND COMMUNITY whatever your interest we would love to showcase it. April 6th

CLARINGTON CONCERT BAND LEADERS DINNER & AUCTION 1 pm to 4 pm Join us as we celebrate our volunteers in partnership with the FREE CHRISTMAS CONCERT Rotary Club of Courtice and the Interact Club of Clarington. Enjoy an evening of your favourite Christmas songs to get Saturday February 15th you into the spirit of the holidays. $50.00 per person includes (Dinner, Silent and Live Auction, Thursday December 19 at 7 pm $6.00 per person Entertainment and Keynote Speaker Sandy Hawley)

NEW YEAR’S EVE DANCE Ring in the New Year at the Beech Centre with Ed Morton AGRICULTURAL LUNCHEON Join us to enjoy a meal prepared and presented by our and the Gig Brothers. local farmers – after lunch join us for a Square Dance. Tuesday December 31 8 pm- 12:30 am Tuesday February 18th $27 per person $8.05 members / $11.40 non-members

SOCIAL DANCE(S) BARN DANCE with the Clarington Beech Nuts Join us as we celebrate Heritage week with a traditional Enjoy an afternoon of Waltz, Round & Line Dancing with a Barn Dance – Live Country Music. Live Band. Refreshments will be served. No partner necessary. Friday February 21st Friday December 20th, January 17th, February 21, March 21 8pm to 12 am 1 pm to 4 pm $10 per person DURHAM REGION $3.50 members / $4.60 non-members 55+ SENIOR GAMES

The Durham Region 55+ Senior EUCHRE EXTRAVAGANZA(S) PUB & TRIVIA NIGHT Wednesday February 26th 7 pm - 9 pm Winter Games will be held at Includes 12 games of cards and a delicious dinner along $3.00 per person various locations in the region. with chances to win great prizes! Cash bar & refreshments Get your partners and teams Saturday’s January 11th and March 15th ready. Full schedule and registration forms available 3 pm soon at www.durhamseniorgames.com $10 per person SMILE THEATRE Limited number so please contact the centre in advance Presenting Johnny Belinda to purchase your tickets. An uplifting & inspiring musical about a small town doctor who helps a deaf-mute farm girl learn to communicate. Friday Feb 28th FREE - PARTNERSHIP $5 per person PROGRAM with Sponsored by Ontario Power Generation

ST. PATTY’S LUNCH Dress up in your favorite Green outfit and enjoy lunch, entertainment and trivia with an irish twist. Join us for Social Bridge & Euchre March 11th at 11:30 am the 2nd Tuesday of each month $8.05 members / $11.40 non-members 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm Includes post game refreshments 65 Clarington Blvd, Bowmanville Ontario 697-9992

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Looking forward to meeting your Construction is well underway on needs from bird seed, racing the new Fish By-Pass Channel pigeon mixes to horse feed. around the Goodyear (Veyance) • gi Ft Dam in the Bowmanville Creek. CeR tiFiC avai ateS L • Bi aBLe RdSeed/ Bi • HORS RdFeede e/CH RS Hours iCKe N Feed Mon - Fri 8 am to 5 pm Sat 8 am to 3 pm We’re for the birds & After many delays, construction started October 8th and finished 905 623-9198 or 1-877-623-9198 November 30th. Once started, the project to-date has been 3048we’re Concession not bragging! Rd. 3, RR4 completed on schedule and on budget. Bowmanville ON, L1C 3K5 [email protected] www.braggswildbirdseed.ca NEAL & MARA The final landscaping, tree planting and education component of BARRISTERS & SOLICITORS the project will be completed in the spring of 2014. Joseph J. Neal [email protected] 142 Simcoe Street North, Oshawa, ON L1G 4S7 Tel: 905-436-9015 | Fax: 905-436-6098 www.neallaw.ca “This Fish By-Pass Chanel was er to make this project a success. thank all who believed in the vision long in planning, and is the culmi- The project will enhance the Bow- of the Valleys2000 and in this project, nation of efforts of the whole com- manville Creek Valley and will provide for if not for their support this project Merry Christmas and munity. Individuals, businesses, an exciting educational experience for could not have happened.” Valleys2000 volunteers and various all children living in our surrounding Season’s Greetings departments and ministries from three communities for years to come. Harold Hammond, levels of government all came togeth- The Valleys2000 Committees Chairman Valleys2000 Committee. to All! JOHN O’TOOLE MPP for Durham www.johnotoolempp.com 75 King St. E. Bowmanville ON L1C 1N4 Letter from Michael Hackenburger (905) 697-1501 | 1-800-661-2433

different, extremists don’t seem to listen. They simply re- how they enjoy the snow, and flourish in our temperate climate. peat the same refrain: “Elephants are social animals and Do we take special steps? Of course, we do. Elephants should be with other elephants.” at the Bowmanville Zoo live in a heated barn in the winter. In most cases, that’s true, but not this one. Limba’s early They go for long walks and get plenty of exercise. They get years were spent alone—she did not grow up with other el- the best veterinary care in the world. ephants. When we first brought her to the zoo, she shied Have there been horror stories about elephants in captiv- away from the other elephants, she was not used to being ity? Yes, there have. with them. And they did not treat her well. They took her But not at the Bowmanville Zoo. food. They pushed her around. Not a crisis, but proof that At the end of the day, we do need advocates to stand up elephants are individuals. Some fight. Some don’t. Some get for elephants. But Limba doesn't need that kind of help. along with everyone, some don’t. Just like people. Shouting “Free Limba!” may feel good, but it’s the wrong In Limba’s case, it was – and is – clear that she does not want battle. If people really care about elephants, they need to to be with other elephants. She enjoys being with people. That’s fight for the elephants that are in trouble. We need to focus what she knew growing up and that’s what makes her happy. our energies on saving elephants in the wild. She especially enjoys being with kids. We’re not making it up. The Asian & African elephant are on the brink of ex- Elephants have always captivated humans. Majestic, If you come to zoo or visit our Facebook page and watch her, tinction. What a tragedy it would be if we lost that battle. peaceful and intelligent, Limba is all those things and more. you’ll see it. It’s obvious. She moves towards people, not away. Poaching, habitat loss, Human confrontations all threaten I have known Limba since 1989, when I flew to northern Sending Limba to a sanctuary or a refuge, or anywhere for elephants and other endangered species. Quebec following rumors of an emaciated, sick elephant. that matter, is not in her interests. What is best for most el- That’s the battle we all need to fight. We rescued her from a terrible fate, though we don’t get ephants is not best for all elephants. If extremists want to have a How does this all relate to Limba’s participation in the much credit for it. serious dialogue about Limba, they have to do their homework. Bowmanville Santa Claus Parade? Over the last 24 years, she and I have gone swimming in If you want to protect elephants in general, then by all Simple. Limba inspires. She inspires adults, teachers, and the Atlantic Ocean, climbed mountains, wandered in woods means have at it. The Bowmanville Zoo will support you in most of all, kids. By connecting with her, they learn to bond and touched the lives of millions of kids who have come to every way we can. But if you are going to take up a cause with animals, to love animals and to care for animals. the Bowmanville Zoo to see her. about a specific elephant – like Limba - get the facts. They get closer to a great truth: we are all in this together. And in all that time we provided the very best care for Is it too cold for elephants in Canada? No, it is not. There her, and more than that, the best possible environment, filled were elephants in Europe until 1,500 years ago. Michael Hackenburger with fun and love. More important than that, I have been working with ele- Bowmanville Zoo Although we have explained many times why Limba is phants in Canada for 38 years, and I have experienced first hand November 5th, 2013

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