2016 Winter Programs

 

Fitness • Aquatics • Recreation • Art • Culture • Library

SOCIAL ARTWORKING Uncork your creativity and get your creative juices flowing. In this 3 hour paint class you will learn different painting techniques and go home with a finished product. Artistic ability not required, nor a benefit. Location: Consortium Classroom # 6 Cost: $50.00 Thurs Jan 21 6:30pm to 9:30pm Chevron Mashup Thurs Feb 4 6:30pm to 9:30pm Impressionist Waterscape Thurs Feb 18 6:30pm to 9:30pm Tree of Life .

INTUITIVE ART This workshop is about self expression and fun. No pre-vious experience is required, nor a benefit. We are all artists. If you breathe you create, if you dream you can express. Through guided meditation, and a variety of games and exercises you will be given the foundation to capture your inner visions of wisdom and power. All materials are provided. Location: Consortium Classroom # 6 Cost : $150.00 Thurs Mar 3 to Apr 7 6:30pm to 9:30pm 6 weeks

OmniplexFor more information on programs below drop by the Omniplex front desk Or call Omniplex reception at 780-514-2234 Search Facebook for the Omniplex page

PUBLIC SKATING Bring your skates and enjoy time with your family and friends skating indoors. All ages welcome. Location: Omniplex Cost :FREE Fri Jan 3 to Mar 27 6:30pm to7:45pm Sat Jan 3 to Mar 27 4:45pm to 6:15pm

MORNING AND NOON HOCKEY Come and have a scrimmage game with other community members and get some exercise before work or during your lunch break. Age +19. Location: Omniplex Cost: $5.50 per session Wed Jan 6 to March 16 6:15am to 7:30am

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To Register for programs below drop by the Omniplex front desk Or call/ email Sheila at 780-514-2560 programmingcoordinator@draytonvalley.ca Search Facebook for the Omniplex page

STROLLERCIZE Bundle up your tot’s and bring them along in there stroller for an hour of intense exercise lead by Pam Moberg. Location: Omniplex Walk Track Cost $150.00 Mon, Wed Jan 11 to Mar 7 10:30am to 11:30am 8 weeks

YOGA FOR KIDS Wiggle, stretch and move as we nurture our body mind and spirit. Join Trina to promote motor skills, body awareness and creativity. Please bring a yoga mat and water. Location: Consortium Classroom # 6 Cost $50.00 Tues Feb 2 to March 22 10:30am to 11:30am 8 weeks INDOOR PARENT & TOT PLAYSPACE Move, climb, skip & tumble together. Parent and chil-dren enjoy the open gym and can interact in a fun and active environment . All equipment supplied. This is an unstructured parented program. Location: Consortium Classroom # 6 Cost: $50.00 for 10 weeks, $75 per family for 10 weeks or $2.00 per person drop in. Mon Jan 18 to Mar 25 1:00pm to 3:00pm Wed Jan 18 to Mar 25 5:00pm to 8:00pm Fri Jan 18 to Mar 25 10:00am to 12:00pm

MAD SCIENCE FOR KIDS Looking for something to occupy your creative, scien-tific mind? This program will offer a different science/ craft experiment every week. Space is limited. Location: Consortium Classroom # 6 Cost $60.00 Sat Jan 23 to March 12 10:00am to 12:00pm 8 weeks

KID SKATE Are your kids just learning to skate or looking for something to do during the day? Drop in and skate on weekdays. Times and dates vary. Please call the Omniplex front desk at 780-514-2234 to confirm what days kids skate is being held. Ages 5 and under. Location: Omniplex Cost: Free Mon, Tues, Wed, Thru, Fri Jan 7 to Mar 17

SHINNY GAMES For no school day youth are welcome to come and play shinny hockey. Please call Omniplex front desk at 780-514-2234 for dates and times Shinny Hockey is available. For ages 13-18 Location: Omniplex Cost: $4.25 per game No School Days Jan 29 to Mar 7

SHINNY PRACTICE For no school day children are welcome to come and practice shinny hockey. Please call Omniplex front desk at 780-514-2234 for dates and times Shinny Hockey is available. For ages 12 and under Location: Omniplex Cost: FREE No School Days Jan 29 to Mar 7

Total Works Healthand Fitness Centre

For more information on programs below drop by the Omniplex front desk Call Omniplex reception at 780-514-2234 Or email Leah at lbathgate@draytonvalley.ca Search Facebook for the Total Works Health and Fitness Centre Twitter: @TotalWorksHFC Members receive 20% off all fitness classes HIIT FIT MOMS Get your older kids off to school and bring your little ones (and something to entertain them) while you work on you! This high intensity class will test your physical limits and leave your metabolism burning for 24 hours afterwards. Location: Omniplex Boxing Gym Cost: $80.00 Tues Jan 12 to Mar 1 9:00am to 9:45am 8 sessions Thur Jan 14 to Mar 3 9:00am to 9:45am 8 sessions

HIIT FIT This high intensity class will include a little bit of every-thing from cardio, strength, core, plyometrics, circuits, and intervals using a variety of equipment including steps, bosu balls, stability balls, spin bikes, weights, TRX, and more! Location: Omniplex Boxing Gym Cost: $80.00 Tues Jan 12 to Mar 1 12:15pm to 1:00pm 8 sessions Thur Jan 14 to Mar 3 12:15pm to 1:00pm 8 sessions STROLLERCIZE Bundle up your tot’s and bring them along in there stroller for an hour of intense exercise lead by Pam Moberg. Location: Omniplex Walk Track Cost $150.00 Mon, Wed Jan 11 to Mar 7 10:30am to 11:30am 8 weeks

CYCLE STRETCH Join Pam Moberg for a great cardiovascular workout during this indoor cycling class. We will pedal through hill climbs, sprints, and various other challenging inter-vals and drills with upbeat motivating music to keep those pedals spinning! Then we will finish with a relax-ing cycling specific stretch. All levels welcome! Location: To be announced Cost: $150for 15 sessions $160 for 16 sessions Mon, Wed Jan 11 to Feb 29 12:15pm to 1:00apm 15 sessions Tues, Thur Jan 12 to Mar 1 6:00am to 6:45am 16 sessions LADIES STRENGHTH (BEGINNER) New to working out, or has it been a while? Are you intimidated by the gym or just unsure how to perform certain exercises? This is the perfect class to get you comfortable with the gym. You will learn the basics in-cluding proper form, and the best way to get the best results in the least amount of time! Location: Omniplex Boxing Gym Cost: $80.00 Tues Jan 12 to Mar 1 5:15pm to 6:00pm 8 sessions LADIES STRENGTH Comfortable with weights, but looking for that extra push? Let's take your strength and confidence to the next level in this intense class that guides you on the path of a lifestyle change, not a quick fix. Location: Omniplex Boxing Gym Cost: $80.00 Tues Jan 12 to Mar 1 6:15pm to 7:00pm 8 sessions

Park Valley PoolTo register for programs please drop by or call. Park Valley Pool 5030-48st Drayton Valley Phone: 780-514-2225 Email: pooladmin@draytonvalley.ca Website: www.draytonvalley.ca Check us out on Facebook: Park Valley Pool DV

AQUA PUMP Park Valley Pool is famous for its unforgettable instructors and high–energy classes. These 45minute high intensity workouts are designed for the fitness enthusiast. Come experience an invigorating class that will get your heart pumping and muscles working hard against the resistance of the water with a great variety of movements. During our Aq-ua Pump class we offer childcare in preschool plunge for chil-dren ages 3 and up. Mon, Tues, Wed, Thru, Fri 9-9:45am Tues & Thurs 7-7:45pm Cost: $8.50 *10 visit, monthly, & yearly passes available* ARTHRITIC AQUACIZE Arthritic aquacize is a 45 minute workout that offers a weight-less water experience. Using music that is easy on the ears and movements that are gentle on the joints, you will leave this class feeling happy and rejuvenated. Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays 10-10:45 Cost: $6.00 *10 visit, monthly, & yearly passes available* PARK VALLEY POOL FAMILY PASS Feel like a VIP! As a Park Valley Pool family pass holder you will have celebrity level access to our facility. With the pur-chase of a 1 year family pass you are entitled to 20% off swimming lessons and your pass includes all lane swim, lei-sure swim, hot tub and special events for all family members living in the same household. Your pass also allows you to take part in both aquapump and arthritic aquacize classes completely free! Treat your family to a healthy lifestyle!

ADULT LESSONS Adult lessons will help you get comfortable in the water and will encourage you to enjoy water activities. You will work directly with instructors to set goals and learn the fundamental skills required to increase your confi-dence in the water, and improve endurance and physi-cal fitness. Monday Nights 7-8PM Cost: $61.00 Session 1 ~ January 4-February 1 Session 2 ~ February 22-March 21 PRESCHOOL LESSONS Park Valley Pool offers the Red Cross Preschool pro-gram that consists of 8 levels for ages 3 months to 5 years. Starting at just 3 months old in Starfish babies and their caregivers work on getting wet, buoyancy and movement, front, back, and vertical positions in the water. Then we move onto Duck, Sea Turtle, Sea Otter, Salamander, Sunfish, Crocodile and Whale. Preschool-ers will gain confidence and water safety skills as they move through the levels having fun and being active. Cost: $47.00 Per Session

SWIM KIDS LESSONS Park Valley Pool offers the Red Cross Swim Kids pro-gram that consists of 10 levels for kids aged 5 and up. Help your child develop a healthy lifestyle through swimming and learning a lifelong skill. Your child will learn to swim and stay safe in a fun environment that promotes personal best and celebrates individual suc-cess. Children learn safety in and around the water while increasing their endurance and physical fitness through progressions and games with aims. Cost: $47 Levels 1-6 $61.00 Levels 7-10 BABYSITTERS COURSE Are you looking to start a career as a babysitter? The babysitters course will give you the right tools to be-come a successful babysitter. Friday February 5th 9am-3pm(PD DAY) Cost: $64.50 BEGINNER KAYAKING Have you ever wanted to learn to kayak? In this course you will learn balance, safety, and kayak control. Can-didates must be comfortable in deep water and capable of swimming 2 lengths of the pool. Kayaks are sup-plied. Monday Nights 8-8:45PM Cost: $100.00 Session 1 ~ January 4-February 1 Session 2 ~ February 22-March 21

Drayton Valley &District FCSS

For more information on programs below you can call 780-514-2200 or check out our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/DraytonValleyandDistrict FCSS HOLIDAY HOOPLA December 15th-January 15th, 2016 Grab your family, your camera and join us for our 2015 Photo Scavenger Hunt! On December 15th we will release the task list, rules and prizes on our Facebook page. This is a great way to have some fun this holiday season while checking out all great seasonal activities our community has to offer. Photos can be submitted in 3 ways: 1. On Facebook 2. On Instagram #dvholidayhoopla 3. By email fcssadmin@draytonvalley.ca *Please be aware that photos submitted for this contest may be made public on local and social media sites. VOLUNTEER INCOMETAX PROGRAM March 1st-April 30th, 2016 Dedicated local volunteers are trained by the Canada Revenue Agency to complete your tax return free of charge. To be eligible you must meet the following requirements: Annual income of less than $30,000 for an individ-

ual or $45,000 for a couple Have a simple tax situation Unable to complete your tax on your own This Program will run form Carol Lapointe Professional Services office. For more information please call Jenn at 780-514-2206

We need volunteers to provide this valuable service to our community.

Benefits of volunteering include: Receive tax training from Canada Revenue Agency Receive free tax software and resources Help others and give back to your community Increase your tax knowledge and learn new skills Set your own hours, volunteer as much as you like

Flexible training session will begin in February!

Call 780-514-2206 for more information

ALIVE 55 PROGRAM A.L.I.V.E 55 is open to all residents of Drayton Valley, Tomahawk and Brazeau County, ages 55 and up. The program is committed to removing barriers and enabling those 55 and up to have access to existing wellness programs in Drayton Valley and area as well as providing additional programming to encourage participation, education, and to reduce isolation. Memberships are provided at no cost to the individual, however, for some program activities there may be a subsidized fee charged to cover expenses. Participants can register by going to the front desk at the Omniplex.

The current wellness schedule is as follows: Arthritic Aquacize @Park Valley Pool

Arthritic Mondays and Wednesdays 10 -10:45am Cost: FREE with membership

Walking Track-Omniplex

Monday-Friday 6am -10pm Saturday and Sunday 8am -8pm

Cost: FREE with membership

55+ Fitness & Strength Training-Boxing Gym Tuesday and Thursday 11am -noon

Cost: FREE with membership

Armchair Fitness– Shangri-La Lodge Tuesday and Thursday 1-1:30pm

Cost: FREE with membership SNOW ANGELS PROGRAM Seniors in our community need your help! One simple act helps seniors stay in their homes safely, prevents injuries due to slips and falls and ensures safe access out for groceries and appointments. Volunteers can help out one time or on a consistent basis. If you, your family, group or sports team would like to assist by shoveling snow this winter or if you are a senior who would like to register for this program please Jennifer at 780-514-2206.

Some Ways to Unplug 

Spend Family Day: 

playing board games 

having dinner together 

going tobogganing  

building a snow‐family 

going for a walk 

making cookies 

Monday February 15th, 2016 

Your Library To register for programs below please drop by or call the Drayton Valley Municipal Library 780.514.2228 Rotary Children’s Library 780.514.2528 Visit our web site : www.draytonvalleylibrary.ca Like us on Facebook: Drayton Valley Municipal Library Follow us on Twitter: @dvlibrary

Main Branch Advance registration appreciated. LADIES NIGHT OUT-CRAFT & CHAT Welcome to all women in the community 18+. Meet one Wednesday of the month. Location: Main Branch Cost FREE Wed Dec 02 6–8pm Wed Jan 13 6-8pm Wed Feb 03 6-8pm Wed Mar 09 6-8pm THE WRITE STUFF A collaborative, creative, fun writing group of casual and professional writers. Meet second and fourth Tuesday. 6:30-7:55pm. Location: Main Branch Cost FREE Tues Dec 08 & 22 6:30pm-7:55pm Tues Jan 12 & 26 6:30pm-7:55pm Tues Mar 08 & 22 6:30pm-7:55pm MAKERSPACE-THINK IT. MAKE IT. Bring your imagination! Give life to something old. Meet Thursday, 2-6pm. Location: Main Branch Cost FREE Thurs Dec 03 , 10 & 17 2-6pm Thurs Jan 07, 14, 21, 28 2-6pm Thurs Feb 04, 11, 18 & 25 2-6pm Thurs Mar 03, 10, 17, 24 & 31 2-6pm ASK US-HAVE A ? WE HAVE AN ANSWER! Join Dana and Leah in house or on Facebook and ask away! Meet us once a month at both libraries. No meeting in December. Happy Holidays! To resume in January. Dates TBA. Cost FREE Location: Main Branch & Rotary Children’s Library MOVIE & POPCORN-ADULT & CHILD FILMS Bring your family! Move & popcorn every second and fourth Saturday. Meet Saturday 12:30-2pm Location: Main Branch Cost FREE

Rotary Children’s Library RHYME TIME Active rhymes for you and your little one. Location: Rotary Children’s Library Cost FREE Tues Dec 01, 08, 15, & 22 10:30-11:30am Tues Jan 05, 12, 19 & 26 10:30-11:30am Tues Feb 02, 09, 16 & 23 10:30-11:30am Tues Mar 01, 08, 15, 22 & 29 10:30-11:30am GRANNY & GRANDPA STORY TIME Listen to stories read or told by grannies and grandpas in our community! Location: Rotary Children’s Library Cost FREE Wed Dec 02, 09, 16 & 23 10:30-11:30am Wed Jan 06, 13, 20 & 27 10:30-11:30am Wed Feb 03, 10, 17 & 24 10:30-11:30am Wed Mar 02, 09, 16, 23 & 30 10:30-11:30am MUSIC MONSTERS Sing, bang, stomp and make music! Location: Rotary Children’s Library Cost FREE Thurs Dec 03, 10, & 17 10:30-11:30am Thurs Jan 07, 14, 21 & 28 10:30-11:30am Thurs Feb 04, 11, 18 & 25 10:30-11:30am Thurs Mar 03, 10, 17, 24 & 31 10:30-11:30am *NOTE* PROGRAM SCHEDULE SUBJECT TO CHANGE Please call to confirm location, registration, dates and times of all programs. Please visit us online for more programs, updates, notifications of

Drayton Valley Poverty Simulation C H A L L E N G E Y O U R P E R S P E C T I V E O N P O V E R T Y

Many of our neighbours face d i f f icul t dec is ions about th ings that most of us take for granted .

Join Drayton Valley and District FCSS, the Homelessness and Poverty Reduction Team and Capital Region United Way January 28 for a Poverty Simulation and you’ll experience a month “living on the edge” in just 3 hours.

Navigate

one month in the

life of a person

living

in poverty.

WHAT: Poverty Simulation WHEN: 9am-12pm (8:30 registration) January 28, 2016 WHERE: MacKenzie Conference Centre WHY: Become more effective as employees, managers and as a team by gaining a new understanding of the challenges that can face your clients, colleagues, and neighbours living on a low income. 

To for more information or to register for this free team building experience call 780-514-2221 or email homelessness@draytonvalley.ca Registration Deadline is January 22, 2016

 

Could you

make it

the month?

Events

Dinner, & Black and White Movie

Dance During the Movie FEBRUARY 13, 2016

Times and cost to be announced

FULL EVENT DETAILS OR TO BOOK YOUR TABLE CALL KIM AT 780-514-2233

PRESENTS

Sweethearts

Date Night

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