Free Programs Recreation Is for Everyone! What Services Are Eligible for Fee Subsidies?

priceless fun Spring • Summer 2019 free programs Recreation is for Everyone! What services are eligible for fee subsidies?

1. Facility Passes 2. Program Subsidies Admission to the City of Winnipeg’s recreation facilities Registered Leisure Guide activities (including skating & (swimming pools and leisure centres). Valid for one year swimming) as well as drop-in active living programs. from the date issued. Who qualifies? You must be a City of Winnipeg resident People in Household Household Income & one of the following must apply: 1 $25,338 2 $31,544 hold a social assistance case number 3 $38,780 4 $47,084 hold a refugee assistance number 5 $53,402 family income is below the low income cut-off (LICO) 6 $60,228 listed in chart 7 $67,055 More than 7 for each additional person, add $6,827 Other considerations may be made for special circumstances. *Sources: Statistics Canada & Canadian Immigration & Citizenship How to apply Fill out an Provide verification Mail or email 1 application form 2 of economic need 3 application form Forms available at: Include a copy of one of the following: and verification of • winnipeg.ca/feesubsidy (If it has not already been supplied in the past economic need 12 months) • City of Winnipeg Mail: Fee Subsidy Program • Social assistance budget letter Recreation Facilities Community Services Department (see listing in this guide) • Refugee assistance case number 7th Floor, 395 Main St. (including case worker’s name & phone number) • 395 Main St. Winnipeg, MB R3B 3N8 • Most recent Canada Revenue Agency Mon–Fri (except holidays), Notice of Assessment identifying Email: [email protected] 8:30 am–4:30 pm annual net income (including Notice of Assessment for your spouse / partner) What happens next? • Monthly income statement from You will receive a letter indicating the CPP Disability outcome of your application in the mail. (including income verification for your Please make sure you have provided a spouse / partner) daytime phone number; we will call you if we have any questions.

2 For more information: please call 311 or email [email protected] City of Winnipeg Children’s Free Play programs are committed to providing the highest quality recreation and sport opportunities to children ages 6–12, ensuring that every child who visits our programs has a positive and safe recreation and sport experience.

We are a Registered Organization with HIGH FIVE®! HIGH FIVE® is Canada’s only comprehensive quality standard for children’s programs and holds true to the following five principles of healthy child development that their research indicates are essential for providing a positive experience for kids: 1. A Caring Adult—fosters positive relationships and acts as an anchor and role model 2. Friends—helps introduce children to the world beyond their families 3. Play—supports the enthusiasm of children for exploring ideas on their own 4. Mastery—discovering success and the feeling of being good at a skill 5. Participation—creating environments that maximize learning, growth and physical activity

We also follow the three design guidelines: 1. Developmentally appropriate activities 2. Safe activities and environments 3. Welcoming of diversity and uniqueness Our leaders are HIGH FIVE® trained! HIGH FIVE® consists of Training and Development, Program Assessments, Policies & Procedures and Awareness.

The City of Winnipeg Leisure Guide features leisure, SPIN is a City of Winnipeg led initiative to provide swimming, sport & fitness supports for free sports programming for 6–14 year-olds programs for the whole family! If you are a community-based service provider working with Pick up a copy of the Leisure 6–14 year-olds in the inner city, we want to help you offer Guide, call 311 or visit sport programs. winnipeg.ca/leisureonline SPIN offers a diverse range of sport opportunities such as Be sure to check out the online Leisure Guide, Paddling, Basketball, Soccer, Softball, Water Polo, Leisure Guide Swimming Gymnastics and more! If you are a 6–14 year-old and want and Leisure Guide Skating to learn new sports, visit winnipeg.ca/spin to see what program guides by visiting sports are currently being offered and to find a host location winnipeg.ca/leisureguide near you.

WINNIPEG SCHOOL DIVISION For more information, please contact: [email protected] 204-986-SPIN (7746) winnipeg.ca/spin

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Spring Children’s Free Play 6 to 12 years Come join in the fun! Free Swim Arts, crafts, games, sports, outdoor activities and more! Dates, times and location April 5–June 22 subject to change. Admission requirements apply location days hours ends notes Cindy Klassen Recreation Broadway Neighbourhood Centre: 185 Young St. Mon–Fri 4–8 pm Jun 21 Complex 999 Sargent Ave. Burton Cummings CC: 960 Arlington St. Tue/Thu 4–8 pm Jun 20 Sat 5–6:30 pm Mon–Fri *3:30–6 pm Jun 28 *Spence Neighbourhood Sat 7–9:45 pm Youth Swim (9–19 years) Magnus Eliason Rec. Centre: 430 Langside St. Sat/Sun 10 am–6 pm Jun 30 partnership Tue–Fri 4–9 pm Jun 28 Kinsmen Sherbrook Pool Mayfair Recreation Centre: 40 Mayfair Pl. 381 Sherbrook St. Sat/Sun 11 am–6 pm Jun 30 Fri 1–5 pm Sat 2:30–5 pm Youth Action Centres 13 to 18 years, unless otherwise stated Participate in activities, get fit & make new friends! Basketball, volleyball, badminton, floor hockey, outdoor activities, crafts, board games, video games and special events. Dates, times and locations subject to change. Fish Winnipeg location days hours ends notes Cindy Klassen Rec. Complex: 999 Sargent Ave. Sat 6:30–9:30 pm Jun 22 Youth General Wolfe School: 661 Banning St. Mon–Thu 6:30–9:30 pm Jun 13 12 years + Mon–Fri *6:30–9:30 pm Jun 28 Magnus Eliason Rec. Centre: 430 Langside St. *Spence Neighbourhood Fishing Sat/Sun 6–9:30 pm Jun 30 partnership Program Community Centres For information on programming and events at your local community centre, visit www.gcwcc.mb.ca/events.cfm Burton Cummings CC 960 Arlington St...... 204-783-5330 Central CC Door #5-200 Isabel St...... 204-775-5095 • FREE shoreline urban ﬁsh program Robert A Steen Memorial CC 980 Palmerston Ave...... 204-783-5616 • for organizations who deal with Valour CC youth ages 10–17 years Clifton site 1315 Strathcona St...... 204-783-7340 • all equipment and transportation provided Isaac Brock site 715 Telfer St. N ...... 204-775-3869 • we supply one guide Orioles site 444 Burnell St...... 204-783-6941 • maximum of 6 participants; one chaperon must accompany your group July 2–August 23 21 2 time slots daily: • 10 am • 1:30 pm

Call 204-918-1353 to register starting April 2 21

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Visit WINNIPEG PUBLIC LIBRARY to join Pick up a copy or visit the TD Summer Reading Club! winnipeg.ca/library For kids ages 0-12. Get a free reading activity kit, and join in the fun with special events and performances. This year’s Club runs June 18–August 23.

Kids have fun, improve their reading skills and reduce summer learning loss. winnipeg.ca/library

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Book-to-Movie Days Comedy Lunch Enjoy a free feature film screening at the Millennium Library. Hour Special Millennium Library, Carol Shields Auditorium Hear world-class comics Goodbye Christopher Robin (Rated PG): Sunday, April 7 at 2 pm being louder than one Next dates: May 12, June 15 should in the library. Millennium Library: NFB Film Club April 9–May 2 The best of the NFB followed by a short discussion. from 12:15–1 pm Millennium Library, Carol Shields Auditorium Window Horses (Rated PG): Sunday, April 28 at 2 pm Next dates: June 1 & 22 Top Docs Noteworthy documentaries to inspire, enlighten, and entertain. Millennium Library, Carol Shields Auditorium Alive Inside (Rated PG): Sunday, April 14 at 2 pm Next dates: May 19, June 22 Folk Fest in the City Experience the music and atmosphere of the Folk Festival without leaving the city.

th Artists share songs and stories. Drop in. 4 Annual Millennium Library: Saturday, April 27 from 2–3:30 pm Prairie Comics Festival Speaking Crow Open Mic Artists, Publishers Winnipeg’s longest running Poetry Open Mic on the first Tuesday of every month. and Panels Millennium Library: Tuesday, April 2, May 7 & June 4 at 7 pm Millennium Library: May 4–5 Identifying and Dating Old Photographs Learn simple tricks and techniques to help you identify when a photo was taken, More info at then combine those skills with your knowledge of family history to put names to the prairiecomics.com people in the photograph. Registration required. Harvey Smith Library: Thursday, April 18 at 6:30 pm Greasepaint on the Prairies Through songs, stories, and slides, performer and historian Grant Simpson highlights Winnipeg’s vaudeville past, including the story of Alexander Pantages and his theatre empire. Registration required. Millennium Library, Carol Shields Auditorium: Saturday, March 30 at 3 pm The Winnipeg General Strike 100th Anniversary An informative lecture series delves into the history and lasting impacts of the Winnipeg General Strike. See the At The Library guide at winnipeg.ca/library for full schedule. Drop in. Millennium Library, Carol Shields Auditorium: April 3, 10, & 17 at Noon Check it Out Mobile Library Check it Out offers stories, literacy-based games and activities for all ages. Get your free library card on site. Borrow adult, children’s and teen books from the mobile library. All ages welcome! Dufferin School, 545 Alexander Ave.: Mondays, April 1, 15 & 29; May 13 & 27; June 10 & 24 from 2:30–4:30 pm 6 Call 311 or visit winnipeg.ca for program information Downtown

Children’s Free Play 6 to 12 years Summer Come join in the fun! Opens July 2 Arts, crafts, games, sports, outdoor activities and more! Dates, times and location Free Swim subject to change. June 29–August 31 location days hours notes Admission requirements apply Broadway Neighbourhood Centre: 185 Young St. Mon–Fri 10 am–5 pm ends Aug 30 Cindy Klassen Recreation Complex Burton Cummings CC: 960 Arlington Ave. Mon–Fri 10:30 am–4:30 pm ends Aug 11 999 Sargent Ave. Magnus Eliason Rec. Centre: 430 Langside St. Mon–Sun 10 am–4 pm ends Sept 1, SNA partnership Mon–Fri Sat 5–6:30 pm Sat 7–9:45 pm Youth Swim (9–19 years) Mon–Fri 10:30 am–4:30 pm ends Aug 30 Mayfair Recreation Centre: 40 Mayfair Pl. Sat/Sun Noon–5 pm ends Sept 1 Freight House Outdoor Robert A. Steen CC: 980 Palmerston Ave. Mon–Fri 10:30 am–4:30 pm ends Aug 16, GCWCC Partnership Pool 200 Isabel St. Valour CC–Orioles Site: 444 Burnell St. Mon–Fri 10:30 am–4:30 pm ends Aug 16 Daily 1–7 pm June 28–Sept 2 Kinsmen Sherbrook Pool 381 Sherbrook St. 13 to 18 years Fri 1–5 pm Youth Action Centres Sat Noon–3 pm Participate in activities, get fit & make new friends! Opens July 2 Basketball, volleyball, badminton, floor hockey, outdoor activities, crafts, board games, video games and special events. Dates, times and locations subject to change. Skateboard location days hours notes Parks For boarders of all ages Cindy Klassen Rec. Complex: 999 Sargent Ave. Sat 6:30–9:30 pm Starts Jul 6 and ends Aug 24 & skill levels. Mon–Thu 2–10 pm ends Aug 16 General Wolfe School: 661 Banning St. Fri 2–6 pm Broadway Mon–Fri 5–9:30 pm Neighbourhood Centre ends Sept 1 185 Young St. Magnus Eliason Rec. Centre: 430 Langside St. Sat/Sun 6–9:30 pm Mon–Thu 2–10 pm Sargent Park ends Aug 16, NEW location Technical Vocational High School (Tec. Voc.): 1555 Wall St. Fri 2–6 pm Skate Park Wall St. & Wellington Ave. Jacob Penner Park 569 Wellington Ave. (corner of Notre Dame Ave. and Victor St.)

Spray Pads Mayfair Recreation Centre 40 Mayfair Pl. Great places for children of all ages to cool off on a Mayfair Recreation Centre offers… hot summer day. ◆ 3,600-sq.-ft., fully-accessible facility made of custom pre‑fabricated Open 7 days/week concrete panels 9:30 am–8:30 pm ◆ Multi-purpose area—multi-purpose activity space with May 25–September 2 basketball nets Central Park ◆ Space to host meetings, community events or programs for citizens 400 Cumberland Ave. Freight House ◆ Kitchenette 200 Isabel St. ◆ Children’s Free Play program for ages 6–12 years—see schedule in Opening July 1 this brochure. Vimy Ridge Memorial Park 821 Preston Ave. Keep in mind that these areas are unsupervised.

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Spring Children’s Free Play 6 to 12 years Come join in the fun! Arts, crafts, games, sports, outdoor activities and more! Dates, times and location

Free Swim subject to change. March 31–June 27 Admission requirements apply location days hours ends notes Amber Trails School:1575 Templeton Ave. Mon/Wed 6–8 pm Jun 12 SPIN site Eldon Ross Indoor Pool 1887 Pacific Ave. W Governor Semple School: 150 Hartford Ave. Wed 3:30–5:30 pm Jun 12 KYAC partnership Tue 3–5 pm Thu 3–5 pm Machray School: 320 Mountain Ave. Mon/Wed/Fri 3:30–5:30 pm Jun 21 Norquay CC: 65 Granville St. Mon–Fri 4–7 pm Jun 26 GCWCC partnership Sergeant Tommy Prince Place Ralph Brown CC: 460 Andrews St. Mon–Fri 3–7 pm Jun 26 GCWCC partnership 90 Sinclair St. Mon–Fri 3:30–9 pm Jun 30 Fri 7–9 pm Youth Swim (9–19 years) Turtle Island Neighbourhood Centre: 510 King St. Sat/Sun 2–6 pm Sat 7–9 pm Youth Swim (9–19 years) Sun 4–5 pm Weston Memorial CC: 1625 Logan Ave. Tue–Thu 4–6 pm Jun 13 GCWCC partnership

Youth Action Centres 13 to 18 years, unless otherwise stated Participate in activities, get fit & make new friends! Basketball, volleyball, badminton, floor hockey, outdoor activities, crafts, board games, video games and special events. Dates, times and locations subject to change. location days hours ends notes Arthur E Wright School: 1520 Jefferson Ave. Thu/Fri 6–9 pm Jun 14 MYAC partnership Cecil Rhodes School: 1570 Elgin Ave. W Sun 3–7 pm Jun 9 12 years + Isaac Newton School: 730 Aberdeen Ave. Sat/Sun 4–8 pm Jun 9 James Nisbet School: 70 Doubleday Dr. Wed 6–9 pm Jun 12 MYAC partnership Norquay CC: (satellite) 5 Beaconsfield St. Tue/Thu 7–9 pm Jun 15 GCWCC partnership Northwood CC: 1415 Burrows Ave. Mon/Fri 4–7 pm Jun 14 GCWCC partnership Mon–Fri 3:30–9 pm Jun 26 Turtle Island Neighbourhood Centre: 510 King St. Sat/Sun 2–6 pm Tyndall Park School: 2221 King Edward St. Sat/Sun 1–7 pm Jun 9 12 years + Weston School: 1410 Logan Ave. Wed 5:30–8:30 pm Jun 12

Sergeant Tommy Prince Place 90 Sinclair St. Sergeant Tommy Prince Place offers… • A teaching kitchen with five modern stations • A 50-metre pool with a sloped entry to allow easy access for everyone • Free open gym every Tuesday from 5–9:30 pm and Thursday from Noon–1 pm • A variety of swim times with reduced or free admissions • Youth Free Swim times for ages 9 to 19 years on Friday and Saturday nights • Free access to our front lobby where we provide newspapers, internet access, table tennis, air hockey and a large screen TV

8 Call 311 or visit winnipeg.ca for program information Point Douglas • Inkster • Seven Oaks Community Centres For information on programming and events at your local community centre, visit www.gcwcc.mb.ca/events.cfm Garden City CC 725 Kingsbury Ave...... 204-940-6111 Luxton CC 210 St. Cross St...... 204-582-8249 Maples CC 434 Adsum Dr...... 204-953-1190 Elwick site 40 Maberley Rd...... 204-953-1190 Norquay CC 65 Granville St...... 204-943-6897 Northwood CC 1415 Burrows Ave...... 204-582-7555 Ralph Brown CC 460 Andrews St...... 204-586-3149 Red River CC 293 Murray Rd...... 204-339-5345 Sinclair Park CC 490 Sinclair St...... 204-586-8275 John Yuzuk (formerly Robertson) site 665 Radford St...... 204-586-8275 Tyndall Park CC 2255 King Edward St...... 204-632-4916 Vince Leah CC 1295 Salter St...... 204-338-0046 West Kildonan Memorial CC 346 Perth Ave...... 204-334-1679 Weston Memorial CC 1625 Logan Ave...... 204-783-3698 Winnipeg Public Library The Library has hundreds of programs, workshops and concerts for all ages, for Library free. There is so much we couldn’t fit it all here! This summer, kids of all ages are Branches Register by phone, in-person invited to join the TD Summer Reading Club—read for the fun of it and sign up for or online special events. Pick up a copy of At The Library or go online at winnipeg.ca/library St. John’s for full listings. Closed for renovations until Spring 2019 Baby Rhyme Time for newborn to 24 months & caregiver Sir William Stephenson It’s never too early to introduce your baby to the wonderful world of books and 765 Keewatin St. reading. Discover the joy of songs, finger plays, simple books and bouncing rhymes. 204-986-7070 Program runs for 7 weeks. Registration required. West Kildonan Sir William Stephenson Library: Fridays at 10:30 am, starting April 12 365 Jefferson Ave. West Kildonan Library: Tuesdays at 10:30 am, starting April 9 204-986-4386 Thursdays at 10:30 am, starting April 11 Time for Twos for ages 24–36 months & caregiver Explore the world of picture books, rhymes, finger plays and felt stories. Program runs for 7 weeks. Registration required. Sir William Stephenson Library: Thursdays at 10:30 am, starting April 11 West Kildonan Library: Fridays at 10:30 am, starting April 12 Family Story Time The whole family enjoys stories, rhymes and activities. Best enjoyed by ages 3–5 and their caregivers, but younger and older siblings can enjoy being part of the action too. Program runs for 7 weeks. Drop in, no registration required. Space is limited. Sir William Stephenson Library: Wednesdays at 6:30 pm, starting April 10 West Kildonan Library: Saturdays at 11 am, starting April 13

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Wading Pools • Outdoor Pools • Spray Pads Tax Preparation Clinic The Community Volunteer Income Tax Program provides volunteers to prepare income tax returns for individuals with a modest income and a simple tax situation. Drop in only, first-come, first-served on the day. Sir William Stephenson Library: April 16: 11 am–3 pm; April 17 & 18: 3–7:30 pm Family Law: Custody and Access Learn about issues related to custody and access, such as the difference between sole custody and joint custody, who pays child support, and how much it could be. Registration required. Look for our Sir William Stephenson Library: Thursday, April 25 at 6:30 pm Aquatic Fun Vertical Plant Gardening Guide Learn about climbing plants, including perennial and annual flowering plants, May 17 on winnipeg.ca vegetables, and salad plants with master gardener Mick Manfield. Tips on support structures and methods of securing the plants will be covered. Registration Spray Pads required. Great places for children of all West Kildonan Library: Thursday, April 25 at 6:30 pm ages to cool off on a Check it Out Mobile Library hot summer day. Check it Out offers stories, literacy-based games and activities for all ages. Get your Open 7 days/week free library card on site. Borrow adult, children’s and teen books from the mobile 9:30 am–8:30 pm library. All ages welcome! May 25–September 2 Blake Gardens Neighbourhood Resource Centre, 312 Blake St.: April 3 & 17; Shaughnessy Park May 1, 15, & 29; June 12 & 26 from 2:30 to 4:30 pm 74 Tyndall Ave. Indigenous Family Centre, 470 Selkirk Ave.: April 2, 16, & 30; May 14 & 28; West Kildonan CC 346 Perth Ave. June 11 & 25 from 1–4 pm Old Ex Spray Pad 96 Sinclair St. Keep in mind that these areas are unsupervised.

St. John’s Leisure Centre 601 Aikins St. St. John’s Leisure Centre offers… ◆ A large auditorium/multi-purpose space with a sound system and floor-to-ceiling mirrors ◆ A teaching kitchen with four cooking stations for classes or parties ◆ A classroom/meeting room for community meetings, gatherings and programming ◆ Space to host birthday parties, showers and other events with access to a variety of age-appropriate equipment ◆ A variety of programming for individuals of all ages including: • Preschool & Children’s Gymnastics & Cooking programs For more information on • Adult Fitness & Dance programs programs or rentals at St. John’s • A variety of Special Needs programming Leisure Centre, please contact • Older Adult Painting programs 311 or go to winnipeg.ca

10 Call 311 or visit winnipeg.ca for program information Point Douglas • Inkster • Seven Oaks

Children’s Free Play 6 to 12 years Summer Come join in the fun! Opens July 2 Arts, crafts, games, sports, outdoor activities and more! Dates, times and location subject to change. Free Swim June 28–September 2 location days hours ends notes Admission requirements apply École Seven Oaks Middle School: 800 Salter St. Mon–Fri 8:30 am–4:30 pm Aug 16 KYAC partnership Eldon Ross Indoor Pool James Nisbet School: 70 Doubleday Dr. Mon–Fri 10 am–4 pm Aug 16 1887 Pacific Ave. W Fri 5–7 pm Norquay CC: 65 Granville St. Mon–Fri 1–6 pm Aug 28 GCWCC partnership Sat 4:30–6 pm Ralph Brown CC: 460 Andrews St. Mon–Fri 1–6 pm Aug 23 GCWCC partnership Sun 2:30–4 pm Mon–Fri 11 am–9 pm Turtle Island Neighbourhood Centre: 510 King St. Sept 1 Ma Mawi partnership Sergeant Tommy Sat/Sun Noon–6 pm Prince Place Tyndall Park School: 2221 King Edward St. Mon–Fri 9:30 am–4 pm Aug 17 90 Sinclair St. Fri 7–9 pm Youth Swim (9–19 years) Weston Memorial CC: 1625 Logan Ave. Mon–Fri Noon–6 pm Aug 17 GCWCC partnership Sat 7–9 pm Youth Swim (9–19 years) Youth Action Centres 13 to 18 years Participate in activities, get fit & make new friends! Opens July 2 Basketball, volleyball, badminton, floor hockey, outdoor activities, crafts, board games, Skateboard video games and special events. Dates, times and locations subject to change. Parks location days hours days hours ends notes For boarders of all ages Arthur E Wright School: 1520 Jefferson Ave. Mon–Thu 1–9 pm Fri 2–6 pm Aug 16 MYAC partnership & skill levels. Cecil Rhodes School: 1570 Elgin Ave. W Mon–Thu 1–9 pm Fri 2–6 pm Aug 16 Red River CC 293 Murray Ave., corner of Edmund Partridge School: 1874 Main St. Mon–Fri 8:30 am–4:30 pm Aug 16 KYAC partnership Main St. & Ridgecrest Ave. Isaac Newton School: 730 Aberdeen Ave. Mon–Thu 1–9 pm Fri 2–6 pm Aug 16 Freight House Norquay CC: 65 Granville St. Mon–Fri 6–9 pm Aug 18 200 Isabel St. GCWCC Northwood CC: 1415 Burrows Ave. Mon/Wed/Thu 1–9 pm Fri 2–6 pm Aug 16 partnership Sergeant Tommy Prince Place: 90 Sinclair St. Mon–Fri 4–11 pm Aug 24 Spray Pad Mon–Fri 11 am–9 pm Sat/Sun 2–6 pm Sept 1 Ma Mawi Turtle Island Neighbourhood Centre: 510 King St. partnership Great places for children of all Tyndall Park School: 2221 King Edward St. Mon–Thu 1–9 pm Fri 2–6 pm Aug 16 ages to cool off on a Mon–Wed Noon–6 pm GCWCC hot summer day. Vince Leah CC: 1295 Salter Ave. Tue–Thu 1–9 pm Fri 2–6 pm Aug 16 partnership Open 7 days/week 9:30 am–8:30 pm Turtle Island Neighbourhood Centre 510 King St. May 25–September 2 Machray Park Turtle Island Neighbourhood Centre, along with programming partners, provides services and supports for 475 Anderson Ave. young people and families of the Lord Selkirk Park Community. Our programs are free and no registration is Keep in mind that these areas required. We encourage all people to participate in our structured programs, daily activities, or just hang out are unsupervised. with friends.

Community Spring Programs Free Drop-in Tuesday Healthy Start Mom & Me 1–4 pm Programming for 14+ Arts & Crafts 5–8 pm children & youth Wednesday Pow-Wow Club 6:30–8 pm Spring hours Fearless R2W 5:30–8 pm Monday–Friday 3:30–9 pm Thursday Youth Council Senior 5–6:30 pm Saturday/Sunday 2–6 pm Summer hours Friday Youth Council Junior 5–6:30 pm Monday–Friday 11 am–9 pm Sat–Sun 2–6 pm

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Spring Children’s Free Play 6 to 12 years, unless otherwise stated Come join in the fun! Arts, crafts, games, sports, outdoor activities and more! Dates, times and location

Free Swim subject to change. April 5–June 22 Admission requirements apply location days hours ends notes East Elmwood CC: 490 Keenleyside St. Mon–Fri 3:30–5:30 pm Jun 14 GCWCC Partnership Elmwood Kildonans Indoor Pool John Pritchard School: 1490 Henderson Hwy. Thu 3:30–5:30 pm Jun 13 John Pritchard School 909 Concordia Ave. Partnership Fri 7–9 pm Youth Swim (9–19 years) Thu/Fri 3:30–5:30 pm Jun 14 Lord Selkirk School Sat 3:30–5 pm Lord Selkirk School: 170 Poplar Ave. Partnership Morse Place CC: 700 Munroe Ave. Sat 1–4 pm Jun 9 GCWCC Partnership April 4–June 13* Sun 1–4 pm Jun 10 Transcona Kinsmen Prince Edward School Centennial Indoor Pool Prince Edward School: 649 Brazier St. Wed 3:30–5:30 pm Jun 5 Partnership 1101 Wabasha St. Thu 2–4 pm Fri 7–9 pm Youth Swim (9–19 years) *subject to change Youth Action Centres 13 to 18 years, unless otherwise stated Participate in activities, get fit & make new friends! Basketball, volleyball, badminton, floor hockey, outdoor activities, crafts, board games, video games and special events. Dates, times and locations subject to change. location days hours ends notes Bernie Wolfe School: 95 Bournais Dr. Fri 6–9 pm Jun 14 Sat 2–9 pm Jun 15 East Elmwood CC: 490 Keenleyside St. Wed 6–9 pm Jun 20 GCWCC Partnership Disc Golf Similar to golf but instead of a golf ball, discs or Frisbees and Community Centres baskets are the equipment used. For information on programming and events at your local community centre, visit All that’s required is a flying disc www.gcwcc.mb.ca/events.cfm and a score sheet. Bronx Park CC 720 Henderson Hwy...... 204-667-5731 Kilcona Park Clara Hughes Recreation Park 281 Henderson Hwy...... 204-667-5731 Lagimodiere Blvd. & Chalmers CC 480 Chalmers Ave...... 204-668-1110 Springfield Rd. East Elmwood CC 490 Keenleyside St...... 204-667-2777 For more information, visit East End (Transcona) CC 517 Pandora Ave. E ...... 204-222-8013 winnipeg.ca/publicworks/ Gateway Recreation Centre 1717 Gateway Rd...... 204-982-1234 parksOpenSpace/ ThingsToDo/Discgolf.stm Melrose Park CC 480 Kimberly Ave...... 204-669-0518 Morse Place CC 700 Munroe Ave...... 204-663-7430 North Kildonan CC 1144 Kingsford Pl...... 204-663-5028 Oxford Heights CC 359 Dowling Ave. E ...... 204-222-2419 Park City West CC 115 Sanford Fleming Rd...... 204-222-1411 South Transcona CC 124 Borden Ave...... 204-986-7976 Valley Gardens CC 218 Antrim Rd...... 204-668-6927

12 Call 311 or visit winnipeg.ca for program information River East • Transcona

Winnipeg Public Library Library The Library has hundreds of programs, workshops and concerts for all ages, for Branches free. There is so much we couldn’t fit it all here! This summer, kids of all ages are Register by phone, in-person invited to join the TD Summer Reading Club—read for the fun of it and sign up for or online special events. Pick up a copy of At The Library or go online at winnipeg.ca/library for Henderson full listings. 1-1050 Henderson Hwy. 204-986-7916 Baby Rhyme Time for newborn to 24 months & caregiver It’s never too early to introduce your baby to the wonderful world of books and Munroe 489 London St. reading. Discover the joy of songs, finger plays, simple books and bouncing rhymes. 204-986-3736 Program runs for 7 weeks. Registration required. Transcona Henderson Library: Thursdays at 1:30 pm, starting April 11 1 Transcona Blvd. Fridays at 10:30 am, starting April 12 204-986-3950 Transcona Library: Tuesdays at 10:30 & 11:30 am, starting April 9 Time for Twos for ages 24–36 months & caregiver Explore the world of picture books, rhymes, finger plays and felt stories. Program runs for 7 weeks. Registration required. Henderson Library: Tuesdays at 10:30 am, starting April 9 Transcona Library: Fridays at 10:30 am, starting April 12 Pre-School Story Time for 3–5 year olds A creative program of books, action rhymes, finger plays and felt stories for children who are ready to be on their own in a group. A different theme each week. Program runs for 7 weeks. Registration required. Henderson Library: Mondays at 2 pm, starting April 8 Transcona Library: Tuesdays at 6:30 pm, starting April 9 Thursdays at 10:30 am, starting April 11 Family Story Time The whole family enjoys stories, rhymes and activities. Best enjoyed by ages 3–5 and their caregivers, but younger and older siblings can enjoy being part of the action too. Program runs for 7 weeks. Registration required. Henderson Library: Mondays at 6:30 pm, starting April 8 Munroe Library: Fridays at 10:30 am, starting April 12 Tax Preparation Clinic The Community Volunteer Income Tax Program provides volunteers to prepare income tax returns for individuals with a modest income and a simple tax situation. Drop in only, first-come, first-served on the day. Henderson Library: April 24, 26 & 27: 11 am–3 pm; April 25: 11 am–7 pm Crazy for Crosswords Crossword designer Derek Bowman discusses tips for solving puzzles and illustrates how to design a puzzle. Participants can join Derek after the presentation to work on designing a crossword. Drop in. Henderson Library: Saturday, April 20 at 1:30 pm The Story of Yoga Learn about ancient yogic practices originating in India, continuing with philosophies in the modern era including Sanskrit terms and yoga hand postures. Registration required. Transcona Library: Thursday, April 25 at 7 pm

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Summer Children’s Free Play 6 to 12 years Come join in the fun! July 2 to August 9, unless otherwise stated Arts, crafts, games, sports, outdoor activities and more! Dates, times and location Free Swim subject to change. June 28–August 31 location Mon–Thu Fri notes Admission requirements apply Chalmers CC: 480 Chalmers Ave. 9:30 am–3:30 pm 10:30 am–3:30 pm GCWCC partnership Elmwood Kildonans Indoor Pool Chief Peguis Jr. High School: 1400 Rothesay St. 9:30 am–3:30 pm 10:30 am–3:30 pm 909 Concordia Ave. East Elmwood CC: 490 Keenleyside St. 9:30 am–3:30 pm 10:30 am–3:30 pm GCWCC partnership; ends Aug 23 Fri 7–9 pm Youth Swim (9–19 years) Sat 3:30–5 pm Oxford Heights CC: 359 Dowling Ave. E 9:30 am–3:30 pm 10:30 am–3:30 pm GCWCC partnership; ends Aug 23 Park City West CC: 115 Sanford Fleming Rd. 9:30 am–3:30 pm 10:30 am–3:30 pm GCWCC partnership Spray Pads Valley Gardens Jr. High School: 220 Antrim Rd. 9:30 am–3:30 pm 10:30 am–3:30 pm Great places for children of all ages to cool off on a hot summer day. Youth Action Centres 13 to 18 years, unless otherwise stated Open 7 days/week Participate in activities, get fit & make new friends! July 2 to August 9, 9:30 am–8:30 pm unless otherwise stated May 25–September 2 Basketball, volleyball, badminton, floor hockey, outdoor activities, crafts, board games, Jill Officer Park video games and special events. Dates, times and locations subject to change. 1400 Rothesay St. location Mon–Thu Fri notes Gateway CC 1–9 pm 2–6 pm 1717 Gateway Rd. Bernie Wolfe School: 95 Bournais Dr. Park City West East Elmwood CC: 490 Keenleyside St. 1–9 pm 1:30–4:30 pm GCWCC partnership; ends Aug 23 115 Sanford Fleming Rd. Elmwood High School: 505 Chalmers Ave. 1–9 pm 2–6 pm Valley Gardens CC Murdock McKay Collegiate: 260 Redonda St. 1–9 pm 2–6 pm 218 Antrim Rd. Keep in mind that these areas are unsupervised.

Skateboard Parks For boarders of all ages & skill levels. Chornick Park 45 Chornick Dr. Clara Hughes Park 281 Henderson Hwy. Victoria Jason Park 255 Redonda St.

14 Call 311 or visit winnipeg.ca for program information St. Boniface • St. Vital

Children’s Free Play 6 to 12 years, unless otherwise stated Spring Come join in the fun! Arts, crafts, games, sports, outdoor activities and more! Dates, times and location subject to change. Free Swim location days hours ends notes April 4–June 27 Admission requirements apply Marlene Street Resource Ctre.: 6-27 Marlene St. Mon/Thu 4:45–7:45 pm Jun 13 10 years + Marlene Street Resource Bonivital Indoor Pool Centre partnership 1215, rue Archibald Thu 2–3:30 pm Sat 7–9 pm Youth Swim (9–19 years) Youth Action Centres 13 to 18 years, unless otherwise stated Participate in activities, get fit & make new friends! Basketball, volleyball, badminton, floor hockey, outdoor activities, crafts, board games, Skateboard video games and special events. Dates, times and locations subject to change. Parks location days hours ends notes For boarders of all ages & skill levels. Winakwa CC: 980 Winakwa Rd. Mon 6–9 pm Jun 10 Happyland Park 520 Marion St., @ Archibald St. in the east Community Centres area along the Seine River. For information on programming and events at your local community centre, visit Nancy Allan Skate Park www.gcwcc.mb.ca/events.cfm 580 St. Anne’s Rd., @ Meadowood Dr. Archwood CC 565 Guilbault St...... 204-233-3911 in the east area. Champlain CC 282 Niverville Ave...... 204-237-7719 Dakota CC / Jonathan Toews Sportsplex 1188 Dakota St...... 204-254-1010 Glenwood CC 27 Overton St...... 204-233-6698 Greendell Park CC 75 Woodlawn Ave...... 204-257-6883 Norberry-Glenlee CC 26 Molgat Ave...... 204-256-6654 Walter Jennings site 176 Worthington Ave...... 204-256-3358 Norwood CC 87 Walmer St...... 204-986-7056 Notre Dame CC 271 ave. de la Cathédrale ...... 204-233-5135 Southdale CC 254 Lakewood Blvd...... 204-257-6171 Winakwa CC 980 Winakwa Rd...... 204-253-4418 Windsor CC 99 Springside Dr...... 204-233-0648

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Library Winnipeg Public Library Branches The Library has hundreds of programs, workshops and concerts for all ages, for Register by phone, in-person free. There is so much we couldn’t fit it all here! This summer, kids of all ages are or online invited to join the TD Summer Reading Club—read for the fun of it and sign up for Louis Riel special events. Pick up a copy of At The Library or go online at winnipeg.ca/library 1168 Dakota St. for full listings. 204-986-4576 for newborn to 24 months & caregiver St. Boniface Baby Rhyme Time 100-131 Provencher Blvd. It’s never too early to introduce your baby to the wonderful world of books and 204-986-4332 reading. Discover the joy of songs, finger plays, simple books and bouncing rhymes. St. Vital Program runs for 7 weeks. Registration required. 6 Fermor Ave. Louis Riel Library: Tuesdays at 6:30 pm, starting April 9 204-986-5625 Thursdays at 10:30 am, starting April 11 Windsor Park 1195 Archibald St. St. Vital Library: Mondays at 10:30 am, starting April 8 204-986-4947 Thursdays at 10:30 am, starting April 11 Fridays at 10:30 am, starting April 12 Bébés à la biblio Venez découvrir la joie des histoires, des comptines, des chansons et des jeux de doigts. S.V.P. apporter une petite couverture à placer sur le sol pour votre bébé. Pour les bébés de 0 à 24 mois. D’une durée de 20 à 30 minutes. Bibliothèque de Saint-Boniface : Du mercredi 10 avril au mercredi 29 mai, de 10 h 30 à 11 h Time for Twos for ages 24–36 months & caregiver Explore the world of picture books, rhymes, finger plays and felt stories. Program runs for 7 weeks. Registration required. Louis Riel Library: Tuesdays at 2 pm, starting April 9 St. Vital Library: Mondays at 2 pm, starting April 8 L’Heure du conte Conçue pour les tout-petits de 3 à 5 ans, l’Heure du conte donne aux enfants l’occasion d’écouter des contes et de participer à des activités de groupe dans une ambiance chaleureuse et détendue. Inscription. Bibliothèque de Saint-Boniface : Du jeudi 11 avril au jeudi 30 mai, de 10 h 30 à 11 h Pre-School Story Time for 3–5 year olds A creative program of books, action rhymes, finger plays and felt stories for children who are ready to be on their own in a group. A different theme each week. Program runs for 7 weeks. Registration required. Louis Riel Library: Mondays at 2 pm, starting April 8 Family Story Time The whole family enjoys stories, rhymes and activities. Best enjoyed by ages 3–5 and their caregivers, but younger and older siblings can enjoy being part of the action too. Program runs for 7 weeks. Windsor Park Library: Fridays at 10:30 am, starting April 12 (drop in) St. Vital Library: Thursdays at 6:30 pm, starting April 11 (registration required)

16 Call 311 or visit winnipeg.ca for program information St. Boniface • St. Vital

Gardening with Children Learn how to capture children’s curiosity by getting them out into the Disc Golf garden and watching plants grow with master gardener Jeannette Adams. Enjoy an afternoon of Disc Golf! Registration required. All that’s required is a flying disc and a score sheet. St. Boniface Library: Saturday, April 27 at 2 pm Happyland Park Companion Gardening Marion St. & Archibald St. Promote harmony in your garden by implementing the principles of companion 18-hole course that’s fun planting, and make the most of your ornamental and vegetable plantings. for everyone. Presented by Dr. Eva Pip. Registration required. St. Vital Library: Tuesday, April 16 at 6:30 pm Word Processing Level 1 Learn about editing and formatting text using Word 2010, including opening and saving documents. Registration required. Summer Windsor Park Library: Tuesday, April 16 at 6 pm Spray Pads Great places for children of all Children’s Free Play 6 to 12 years ages to cool off on a Come join in the fun! July 2 to August 9, unless otherwise stated hot summer day. Arts, crafts, games, sports, outdoor activities and more! Dates, times and location Open 7 days/week subject to change. 9:30 am–8:30 pm location Mon–Thu Fri notes May 25–September 2 GCWCC partnership Archwood CC: 565 Guilbault St. 9:30 am–3:30 pm 10:30 am–3:30 pm Lindsey Wilson Park ends Aug 23 379 Island Shore Blvd. École Julie-Riel: 316 Ashworth St. 9:30 am–3:30 pm 10:30 am–3:30 pm Provencher Park 620, rue Langevin Glenwood School: 51 Blenheim Ave. 9:30 am–3:30 pm 10:30 am–3:30 pm Keep in mind that these areas are GCWCC partnership Norberry-Glenlee CC 9:30 am–3:30 pm 10:30 am–3:30 pm unsupervised. Walter Jennings site: 176 Worthington Ave. ends Aug 23 Windsor CC: 99 Springside Dr. 9:30 am–3:30 pm 10:30 am–3:30 pm Free Swim June 28–August 30 Admission requirements apply Youth Action Centres 13 to 18 years, unless otherwise stated Bonivital Indoor Pool 1215, rue Archibald Participate in activities, get fit & make new friends! July 2 to August 9 Thu 2–3:30 pm Basketball, volleyball, badminton, floor hockey, outdoor activities, crafts, board games, video games and special events. Dates, times and locations subject to change. Happyland Outdoor Pool 520 Marion St. location Mon–Thu Fri notes Daily 1–7 pm École George McDowell School: 366 Paddington Rd. 1–9 pm 2–6 pm Provencher Outdoor Pool 590 Langevin St. Glenlawn Collegiate: 770 St. Mary’s Rd. 1–9 pm 2–6 pm Daily 1–7 pm Preteen Closed 5–5:30 pm for cleaning 2–9 pm 2–6 pm Winakwa CC: 980 Winakwa Rd. GCWCC Partnership Windsor Park Outdoor Pool 333 Speers Rd. Daily 1–7 pm

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Spring Children’s Free Play 6 to 12 years Come join in the fun! Arts, crafts, games, sports, outdoor activities and more! Dates, times and location Free Swim subject to change. April 1–June 26 Admission requirements apply location days hours ends notes Tue–Fri 4–9 pm Jun 28 Margaret Grant Indoor Pool Mayfair Recreation Centre: 40 Mayfair Pl. 685 Dalhousie Dr. Sat/Sun 11 am–6 pm Jun 30 Mon 8:30–9:25 am Fri 8:30–9:25 am Fri 7:30–9 pm Youth Swim (9–19 years) Youth Action Centres 13 to 18 years, unless otherwise stated Pan Am Indoor Pool Participate in activities, get fit & make new friends! 25 Poseidon Bay Tue 3:30–5 pm Basketball, volleyball, badminton, floor hockey, outdoor activities, crafts, board games, video games and special events. Dates, times and locations subject to change. St. James Assiniboia Centennial Pool & location days hours ends notes Recreation Complex 11–15 years Wed 6–9 pm Jun 12 644 Parkdale St. Acadia Junior High School: 175 Killarney Ave. starts May 15 Wed 2–4:30 pm Bairdmore School: 700 Bairdmore Blvd. Fri 7–10 pm Jun 14 12 years + Sat 7–9 pm Youth Swim (9–19 years) École St. Norbert Immersion: 900, rue Ste-Thérèse Fri 6–9 pm Jun 14 10–13 years St. James Civic Centre 2055 Ness Ave. General Byng School: 1250 Beaumont St. Wed/Fri 7–9:30 pm Jun 14 11–17 years Fri 7:30–9:30 pm Family Swim John Taylor Colligate: 470 Hamilton Ave. Mon–Fri 3:30–6:30 pm Jun 14 Lighthouse partnership 11–15 years Lord Roberts CC: 725 Kylemore Ave. Wed 6–8:30 pm Jun 12 12 years + Westdale Pool Building: 550 Dale Blvd. Mon–Thu 6:30–9 pm Jun 13 11 years +

Skateboard Parks For boarders of all ages Disc Golf & skill levels. Enjoy an afternoon of Disc Golf! Fort Richmond CC/ All that’s required is a flying disc Dalhousie Forest and a score sheet. 205 Killarney Ave. La Barriere Park 4403 Waverley St. 18-hole course that’s fun for everyone.

18 Call 311 or visit winnipeg.ca for program information River Heights • St. James • Assiniboine South • Fort Garry Community Centres For information on programming and events at your local community centre, visit www.gcwcc.mb.ca/events.cfm Assiniboia West Recreation Association Buchanan site 861 Buchanan Blvd...... 204-837-2820 Morgan site 305 Morgan Cres...... 204-837-6695 Bord-Aire CC 471 Hampton St...... 204-888-7050 Bourkevale CC 100 Ferry Rd...... 204-888-1599 Central Corydon CC Crescentwood site 1170 Corydon Ave...... 204-452-9844 River Heights site 1370 Grosvenor Ave...... 204-488-7000 Sir John Franklin site 1 Sir John Franklin Rd...... 204-489-9537 Deer Lodge CC 323 Bruce Ave...... 204-888-2049 Earl Grey CC 360 Cockburn St. N ...... 204-452-2074 Fort Garry CC Hobson site 880 Oakenwald Ave...... 204-505-3970 Victoria site 80 Derek St...... 204-453-2387 Heritage-Victoria CC 950 Sturgeon Rd...... 204-837-9653 Kirkfield Westwood CC 165 Sansome Ave...... 204-832-0038 McBey site 3160 McBey Ave...... 204-889-8360 Linden Woods CC 414 Lindenwood Dr. W ...... 204-487-2435 Lord Roberts CC 725 Kylemore Ave...... 204-452-9744 River Osborne CC 101 Pembina Hwy...... 204-452-8822 Riverview CC 90 Ashland Ave...... 204-452-9944 Roblin Park CC 640 Pepperloaf Cres...... 204-837-9288 South Winnipeg CC Richmond Kings site 666 Silverstone Ave...... 204-269-1908 Ryerson site 10 Ryerson St...... 204-269-1908 Waverley Heights site 1885 Chancellor Dr...... 204-269-7000 St. Norbert CC 3450 Pembina Hwy...... 204-269-4120 Sturgeon Heights CC 210 Rita St...... 204-832-5991 Tuxedo CC 368 Southport Blvd...... 204-888-8224 Varsity View CC 315 Laxdal Rd...... 204-889-1404 Sportsplex 4230 Ridgewood Ave...... 204-885-3848 Westdale CC 550 Dale Blvd...... 204-895-0317 Pembina Trail Site 6363 Rannock Ave...... 204-895-7819 Westridge CC 3 Marshall Cres...... 204-453-2025 Whyte Ridge CC 170 Fleetwood Rd...... 204-487-3042 Wildwood CC 271 North Dr...... 204-453-8396 Woodhaven Park CC 200 Glendale Blvd...... 204-832-3842

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Library Winnipeg Public Library Branches The Library has hundreds of programs, workshops and concerts for all ages, for Register by phone, in-person free. There is so much we couldn’t fit it all here! This summer, kids of all ages are or online invited to join the TD Summer Reading Club—read for the fun of it and sign up for Charleswood special events. Pick up a copy of At The Library or go online at winnipeg.ca/library 4910 Roblin Blvd. for full listings. 204-986-3072 for newborn to 24 months & caregiver Fort Garry Baby Rhyme Time 1360 Pembina Hwy. It’s never too early to introduce your baby to the wonderful world of books and 204-986-4918 reading. Discover the joy of songs, finger plays, simple books and bouncing rhymes. Osborne Program runs for 7 weeks. Registration required. 625 Osborne St. Charleswood Library: Thursdays at 10:30 am & 2 pm, starting April 11 204-986-4775 Fort Garry Library: Wednesdays at 1:30 pm, starting April 10 Pembina Trail Thursdays at 10:30 am, starting April 11 2724 Pembina Hwy. Osborne Library: Tuesdays at 1:30 pm, starting April 9 204-986-4380 Pembina Trail Library: Mondays at 10:30 am, starting April 8 River Heights Tuesdays at 10:30 am, starting April 9 1520 Corydon Ave. River Heights Library: Mondays at 10:30 am, starting April 8 204-986-4940 Tuesdays at 2:30 pm, starting April 9 St. James-Assiniboia St. James-Assiniboia Library: Tuesdays at 10:30 am, starting April 9 1910 Portage Ave. 204-986-3424 Westwood Library: Fridays at 10:30 am, starting April 12 Westwood Time for Twos for ages 24–36 months & caregiver 66 Allard Ave. Explore the world of picture books, rhymes, finger plays and felt stories. Program 204-986-4747 runs for 7 weeks. Registration required. Charleswood Library: Fridays at 10:30 am, starting April 12 Fort Garry Library: Fridays at 10:30 am, starting April 12 Pembina Trail Library: Thursdays at 10:30 am, starting April 11 River Heights Library: Thursdays at 10:30 am, starting April 11 St. James Assiniboia Library: Thursdays at 10:30 am, starting April 11 Westwood Library: Tuesdays at 10:30 am, starting April 9 Pre-School Story Time for 3–5 year olds A creative program of books, action rhymes, finger plays and felt stories for children who are ready to be on their own in a group. A different theme each week. Program runs for 7 weeks. Registration required. Pembina Trail Library: Tuesdays at 2 pm, starting April 9 River Heights Library: Fridays at 10:30 am, starting April 12 St. James Assiniboia Library: Fr idays at 10:30 am, starting April 12

20 Call 311 or visit winnipeg.ca for program information River Heights • St. James • Assiniboine South • Fort Garry

Family Story Time The whole family enjoys stories, rhymes and activities. Best enjoyed by ages 3–5 and their caregivers, but younger and older siblings can enjoy being part of the action too. Program runs for 7 weeks. Drop in. Charleswood Library: Tuesdays at 2 pm, starting April 9 (registration required) Fort Garry Library: Thursdays at 6:30 pm, starting April 11 (registration required) Osborne Library: Fridays at 10:30 am, starting April 12 (drop in) Westwood Library: Thursdays at 10:30 am, starting April 11 (drop in) Tax Preparation Clinic The Community Volunteer Income Tax Program provides volunteers to prepare income tax returns for individuals with a modest income and a simple tax situation. Drop in only, first-come, first-served on the day. St. James-Assiniboia Library: April 8, 9: 11 am–7:30 pm; April 10: 11 am–3 pm; Tips on Decluttering Your Home Join staff from Winnipeg Regional Health Authority as they provide tips on tackling clutter and resources that may be of help. Registration required. Charleswood Library: Friday, April 5 at 10:30 pm Square Foot Gardening Mick Manfield from Gardens Manitoba covers the principles of square foot gardening including layouts, succession planting, and how to grow a large amount of food in a small space. Registration required. Fort Garry Library: Monday, April 15 at 6:30 pm Mandalas and Meditation Learn about using mandalas as a way of de-stressing your body, mind and spirit and complete a colourful mandala with Nandita Selvanathan. Registration required. Pembina Trail Library: Monday, April 8 at 6:15 pm Growing Orchids in Your Home Summer Learn about this popular plant, including types of orchids, cultural considerations, re-potting pointers, and tips on common pests with the Manitoba Orchid Society. Free Swim June 28–August 31 Registration required. Admission requirements apply St. James-Assiniboia Library: Tuesday, April 30 at 6:30 pm Margaret Grant Indoor Pool 685 Dalhousie Dr. Foraging Without Fear Fri 1–2:30 pm Mushroom forager Tom Nagy introduces you to some of Manitoba’s most common Pan Am Indoor Pool and charismatic wild edible fungi. Registration required. 25 Poseidon Bay Osborne Library: Thursday, April 25 at 6 pm Tue 3:30–5 pm St. James Assiniboia Centennial Pool & Recreation Complex 644 Parkdale St. Sat 2:30–4:30 pm St. James Civic Centre 2055 Ness Ave. Fri 7–8:30 pm Family Swim

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Spray Pads Children’s Free Play 6 to 12 years Great places for children of all Come join in the fun! July 2 to August 9 ages to cool off on a Arts, crafts, games, sports, outdoor activities and more! Dates, times and location hot summer day. subject to change. Open 7 days/week location days hours notes 7:30 am–8:30 pm Bairdmore School: 700 Bairdmore Blvd. Mon–Fri 10:30 am–4:30 pm May 25–Sept 2 Bord-Aire CC: 471 Hampton St. Mon–Fri 10:30 am–4:30 pm GCWCC Partnership Fort Rouge Fort Garry CC - Victoria Site: 80 Derek St. Tue/Thu 10:30 am–4:30 pm GCWCC partnership 295 River Ave. Lindenwoods Fort Garry CC - Hobson Site: 880 Oakenwald Ave. Mon/Wed/Fri 10:30 am–4:30 pm GCWCC partnership 414 Lindenwoods Dr. W Heritage Victoria CC: 950 Sturgeon Rd. Mon–Fri 10:30 am–4:30 pm GCWCC partnership River Heights Mon–Fri 10:30 am–4:30 pm ends Aug 30 1370 Grosvenor Ave. Mayfair Recreation Centre: 40 Mayfair Pl. Sat/Sun Noon–5 pm ends Sept 1 St. Norbert Parc La Salle School: 190 Houde Dr. Mon–Fri 10:30 am–4:30 pm 3450 Pembina Hwy. St. James Assiniboia River Osborne CC: 101 Pembina Hwy. Mon–Fri 10:30 am–4:30 pm River Osborne CC partnership Centennial Westdale CC: 550 Dale Blvd. Mon–Fri 10:30 am–4:30 pm GCWCC partnership 644 Parkdale St. Sturgeon Heights 210 Rita St. 11 to 18 years, unless otherwise stated Waverley Heights Youth Action Centres 1885 Chancellor Dr. Participate in activities, get fit & make new friends! July 2 to August 16 Basketball, volleyball, badminton, floor hockey, outdoor activities, crafts, board games, Westdale 550 Dale Blvd. video games and special events. Dates, times and locations subject to change. Keep in mind that these areas location Mon–Thu Fri notes are unsupervised. Acadia Jr. High School: 175 Killarney Ave. 1:30–8:30 pm 1:30–6:30 pm 11–15 years Earl Grey School: 340 Cockburn St. N 1:30–8:30 pm 1:30–6:30 pm 12 years+ Skateboard John Taylor Colligate: 470 Hamilton Ave. 1:30–8:30 pm 1:30–6:30 pm Lighthouse partnership; 11–17 years Parks Westdale Pool Building: 550 Dale Blvd. 1:30–8:30 pm 1:30–6:30 pm 11 years+ For boarders of all ages & skill levels. Fort Garry Skate Park Fort Garry CC, Recreation Centre 40 Mayfair Pl. 880 Oakenwald Ave. Mayfair Michael Komenda Memorial Mayfair Recreation Centre offers… Skate Park ◆ 3,600-sq.-ft., fully-accessible facility made of custom pre‑fabricated Marj Edey Park concrete panels Fairmount Rd. & Ridgewood Ave. in ◆ Multi-purpose area—multi-purpose activity space with Charleswood basketball nets Pacific Dee Park ◆ Space to host meetings, community events or programs for citizens Between Pacific Ave. W & ◆ Alexander Ave. near Dee St. Kitchenette ◆ Children’s Free Play program for ages 6–12 years—see schedule in Skatepark West SW corner of Sturgeon Rd. & this brochure. Silver Ave. in St. James

22 Call 311 or visit winnipeg.ca for program information Wading, Indoor & Outdoor Pools • Spray Pads

Wading Pools 12 years & under Weather permitting, 6 wading pools will be open July 1. The remaining wading pools will open July 2 according to their operating schedules. Wading pool schedule information will be available May 17 at winnipeg.ca or by calling 311. Indoor & Outdoor Pools Back again for 2019! Entry to our non-heated outdoor pools will be free all summer long! Public admission entry requirements and capacity restrictions apply. Free admission is available at: Call 311 Freight House 200 Isabel St. or visit winnipeg.ca for more information Happyland 520 Marion St. on outdoor pool hours Provencher 590 Langevin St. and amenities Windsor Park 333 Speers Rd. as of May 1 Check out our free schedule for indoor pools at winnipeg.ca. Spray Pad Rules At all City of Winnipeg pools, entry requirements and capacity restrictions apply. Spray Pads are unsupervised. Admissions are first come first serve. As lineups will likely build quickly, arrive early We recommend that to beat the heat and the crowds! children under 12 years of age be accompanied by Organizations/groups a parent/guardian. Groups of 9 or more people or any organized program/event attending an aquatic/ Adults must be accompanied active living facility during public swim or for rentals must book 10 days in advance by children at the following and adhere to public/group/school admission requirements. Please call 311 to be combined Spray Pads/ connected with someone to book your safe and enjoyable aquatic experience. Wading Pools: Central Park, Outdoor pool bookings are only available at Kildonan Park (10 am–Noon) and Sturgeon Heights, Vimy Ridge Transcona Aquatic Park (June 14–27, 11 am only) for groups of 9 or more and are Memorial Park, Westdale and required 10 days in advance. Call 311 to be connected to someone to book your safe West Kildonan. and enjoyable aquatic experience. Please note: washroom facilities are not always available on site. Please call 311 or visit winnipeg.ca for current facility hours.

Call 311 or visit winnipeg.ca for program information 23 Senior Walk / Run Chat Hour Free Wellness Lecture Series Come run or walk with other seniors. Once you’re done, Please register online at winnipeg.ca/leisureonline socialize with fellow pace setters. or call 311. Peguis Trail Health & Fitness Centre 53425 Fri Apr 5–Jun 28 9–10 am Eat Well to Live Well with Arthritis 53421 Mon Apr 8–Jun 24 9–10 am While there is no definitive anti-arthritis diet, research 53422 Tue Apr 9–Jun 25 9–10 am suggests that certain foods may help relieve the pain and other 53423 Wed Apr 10–Jun 26 9–10 am symptoms of arthritis. Learn to make informed decisions and 53424 Thu Apr 11–Jun 27 9–10 am how small changes can boost energy and give you confidence Summer to live better with the physical and emotional challenges 48644 Tue Jul 2–Aug 27 9–10 am of arthritis. 48648 Wed Jul 3–Aug 28 9–10 am St. James Assiniboia Centennial 48656 Thu Jul 4–Aug 29 9–10 am 50385 Mon May 13 11:45 am–1:15 pm 48658 Fri Jul 5–Aug 30 9–10 am 48618 Mon Jul 8–Aug 26 9–10 am

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Winnipeg’s 63 Community Centres offer a wide range of programs and services for Program Registration all age groups, from traditional structured sports to drop-in activities. Fee Subsidy Grants A complete listing of all community centre programs can be found on the GCWCC For more information, call GCWCC at website at www.gcwcc.mb.ca under Events/Programs. 204-475-5008 or visit Contact information, hall rental capacity, centre amenities, websites and www.gcwcc.mb.ca locations can also be found on the website under Community Centres.

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Reading fun for kids, Join the fun! from Canada’s public libraries TD Summer Reading Club returns tdsummerreadingclub.ca to your library on June 18. TWO FOR ONE SWIM Redeem this coupon for one free single public swim admission at any City of Winnipeg swimming pool when another regular-priced admission of equal or greater value is purchased. Coupons cannot be combined with other offers. • All admission requirements apply • Capacity restrictions apply • For more information and schedules, please call 311 or visit winnipeg.ca Expires September 2, 2019 no cash value