Winter 2023 Ramara Recreation Guide

@ramararec Text Ramara Recreation Winter 2023 *NEW* programs and contests in store! w: ramara.ca/recreation P: 705-325-3091 E: recreation@ramara.ca Follow us: Text RAMARA RECREATION Gary Hetherington Ward 4 Councillor ghetherington@ramara.ca 705-330-5161 Community Calendar ramara.ca/subscribe There are many ways to stay informed, connected and engaged in Ramara. 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Our new 2022-2026 term of Council has many decisions to make on what we want to accomplish over the next four years. We will establish priorities and goals in the first few months to set the trajectory of our 2022-2026 term. These decisions, in consultation with the public, will help shape Ramara and meet the current and future needs and exceptions of the Township. This winter's recreation guide will provide exciting programs for children, youth, adults and seniors. From youth nights to dances to programs for new parents, you are bound to find an activity right for you. As we head into the holiday season, I encourage residents to give back in the spirit of generosity to those who need a helping hand. This can be done through donations, volunteer work or even a simple gesture of clearing snow on a neighbour's driveway. Use this guide to try something new and make this winter your most memorable!. Sincerely, Mayor, Basil Clarke YouTube Channel Township of Ramara Paperless Billing ramara.ca/paperless Report a Concern www.ramara.ca/reportit Connect to your Township Council Agendas ramara.civicweb.net Click the ONLINE REGISTRATION button 27-29 Meet Your Instructors 4 Residents: November 23rd 12:00 pm Non-Residents: November 30th 12:00 pm Choose your icon - "Programs and Courses " 36-40 Community Information Winter Registration 2 Table of Contents Head over to our website www.ramara.ca/recreation 06-18 Children and Youth Programs How to Register 3 SIGN UP or LOG IN to your account! 30-35 Community Events 1 19-26 Adult and Actively Aging Programs Tummy Time MONDAYS CHILDREN AND YOUTH PROGRAMS CHILDREN PROGRAMS 0Y-1Y TUESDAYS 5Y-10Y Hey parents and guardians! Come socialize while your baby practices those developing skills they have been working on - Tummy time. We will have mats and different eye-catching sensory toys for your baby to enjoy while you communicate with fellow parents going through the same trials and triumphs as you! 10:00 - 11:00 no class on Feb 20th Take all the fun you have in the summer and put it into an action-packed evening program. This hour and a half will have all sorts of games while teaching teamwork and fair play. Bring your water and running shoes; it's about to get crazy! 5:30-7:00 This program will keep participants moving and engaged. This program will teach the basic skills in a variety of different sports. Your child will build confidence, competence and physical literacy. 5:00-6:00 Start End Duration Fee Jan 10 Feb 28 8 weeks $45 Location Ramara Centre FUNdamentals Start End Duration Fee Jan 9 Mar 6 8 weeks $30 Location Ramara Centre Recreation Nation MONDAYS 5Y-10Y Start End Duration Fee Jan 9 Mar 6 8 weeks $10 Location Ramara Centre 6Y-8Y Creative Critters CHILDREN PROGRAMS Made with Love TUESDAYS Hands-on experience building and learning, challenging each individual through creative play in a fun, relaxed and stimulating environment. Kiddos can sharpen their fine motor skills, counting and problem-solving skills, and promote interests in science and engineering through LEGO! 6:00-7:00 4Y-5Y Beyond Bricks! 0Y-3Y Get creative with one of our awesome recreation staff! Each week we will make a fun craft that you can take home. From painting to drawing, Ramara Recreation will surely have these little critters getting creative! 5:30-6:30 Start End Duration Fee Jan 11 Mar 1 8 weeks $15 Location Ramara Centre WEDNESDAYS Start End Duration Fee Jan 11 Mar 1 8 weeks $35 Location Ramara Centre Come make some tangible memories with your little one. Each week you will be provided with the instruction and supplies to create a work of art with the help of your baby. Parents can create and chat with other like minded parents while being creative! 10:00-11:00 WEDNESDAYS Start End Duration Fee Jan 10 Feb 28 8 weeks $30 Location Ramara Centre Grab your gear and prepare for battle! Participants will enjoy an active warm-up, target practice, and variations of nerf battle challenges each week. Participants will need to bring their own nerf gun and eye protection. We will supply the nerf darts. Game on! 5:00-6:00 THURSDAYS Pajamapalooza! Come dance it out and learn some basic steps to get you in the groove. This class is perfect for trying out some easy steps and getting your body moving. Dancers will learn a few songs and will have a showcase for the last 15 minutes of their last class that family and friends can come to see! Get ready to move! 5:00-6:00 CHILDREN PROGRAMS 3Y-6Y Are you a homeschooling family in Ramara looking for opportunities to meet others and create fun outings for your kids? Join us at the Ramara Centre with the library and Rec department to participate in high-energy gym time, social snacks, activities, and project time. Spaces are limited, so be sure to reach out! January 25th, February 22nd, March 22nd from 3:00-4:30PM Nerf Wars! Homeschoolers of Ramara Start End Duration Fee Jan 12 Mar 2 8 weeks $30 Location Ramara Centre WEDNESDAYS Craft Club Start End Duration Fee Jan 12 Mar 2 8 weeks $30 Location Ramara Centre Kinder Dance Ramara Rec and Ramara Library are looking for friends who want to have fun! Come decked out in your favourite PJs to enjoy stories, snacks, crafts, games, gym time and more. Are you looking to continue the party? Sign up for the ever-popular Friday Night Fun or Youth Night! January 20th, February 24th, March 24th 5-6 PM | Ages 4-12 7Y-12Y Register at www.ramarapubliclibrary.org Recreation and Library Partner Programs Craft Club is back with new ways to get your creative juices flowing! Using different types of art, we will learn and play with different mediums so you can try a bunch of styles. 5:30-6:30 THURSDAYS Start End Duration Fee Jan 11 Mar 1 8 weeks $35 Location Ramara Centre 6Y-8Y With the holiday season in full swing, you may need to get some shopping done. Take this opportunity to drop off your child(ren) between the ages of 4-12 and do some shopping by yourself! You can drop off and pick up your child(ren) anytime between 9 am and 4 pm with the Recreation staff. Your child(ren) can enjoy many different activities such as games, crafts and special activities! Program Date Duration Ages Jan Friday Night Fun! Fri Jan 20 6:00-9:00 4-12 Feb Friday Night Fun! Fri Feb 17 6:00-9:00 4-12 March Friday Night Fun! Fri March 24 6:00-9:00 4-12 Fee Location $20 Ramara Centre $20 Ramara Centre $20 Ramara Centre Little Adventurers Leave the party planning to us! Drop and Shop BIRTHDAY PARTY PACKAGES In partnership with Ramara Township Public Library, Arlana and Rebecca are bringing the fun of the Library and the Recreation Centre together once again! Join our qualified Recreation and Library staff for some hands-on activities. Each week is something different. This program will be run inside the gym or outside on the soccer field depending on the weather. Parents must participate with their child(ren). 10:30-11:30 WEEKENDS 10:00AM-2:30PM 4Y-12Y 0Y-3Y CHILDREN PROGRAMS Session Date Time Fee Saturday Dec 10 9:00-4:00 $25 Sunday Dec 11 9:00-4:00 $25 Location Ramara Centre Ramara Centre Start End Fee Location Feb 10 June 23 FREE Ramara Centre Drop your child(ren) off with our qualified recreational staff so you can enjoy a couple of hours to yourself, with friends or go on a date! Children will participate in some active games followed by a movie. Choose from one of the themes above for the ultimate party experience. The themed packages include two hours of fun facilitated by our party leaders. The cost of the party is $165 + HST for up to 10 children. We supply the space, equipment, and fun! You bring the food, drinks, and decor. Please email recreation@ramara.ca to book your child's party. Minimum two weeks' notice is required to book. We do not book parties on long weekends. Times are based on facility availability. Package A- Active Games Package B- Crafts and Games Package C- Sports 4Y-12Y FRIDAYS Friday Night Fun! Program Date Duration Ages Winter Games Fri Jan 27 9:00-4:00 4-12 Fee Location $30 Ramara Centre Join our Recreation Team for some fun-filled PA Days. With each PA Day having a different theme, your child(ren) will be sure to find something they love! The PA Day will run from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. The day will be filled with various active games, crafts and special activities. For PA Days, send your child(ren) with enough food for two snack times, a lunch, comfortable clothes, and shoes they can play in. Sign up for any or all of the programs listed below. 10Y-14Y Program Date Duration Ages Home Alone Course Fri Jan 27 9:00-4:00 11-15 Fee Location $35 Ramara Centre Are you looking to improve some of your skills this winter? Sign up for one of our PA Day Courses. The Home Alone Program is a great way to learn important things about staying at home alone and practicing situations that may occur while being at home. CHILDREN PROGRAMS 4Y-12Y PA Days! @ramarayac www.ramara.ca/receation YAC Winter Camp Program Date Duration Ages March Break Madness Camp March 13-17 9:00-4:00 4-12 Fee Location $150 Ramara Centre Do you want to be a part of a fun committee that plans events and activities for other youth? Consider joining Y.A.C. today! You'll get an opportunity to meet new friends, learn new skills and BONUS - you'll fulfill your volunteer hours while doing this! If you have ideas to share or want to become more involved, let them know at youthrec@ramara.ca! Open to Ages 12-18 years March Break Camp 4Y-12Y Winter Camp will consist of all our fun in one summer jam-packed into four days with a chilling twist! Pack your snow pants and indoor shoes. Children will be experiencing the joys of winter inside and out. Like summer camp, remember to pack your camper a water bottle and enough food for two snacks and a lunch. We can't wait to see you there! Camp runs 9 am -4 pm daily, but we have extended care available in the morning from 7:30-9:00 am for $12.50, or night from 4:00-5:30 pm for $12.50 or both morning and night for $25.00. Miss summer camp like we do? Our assorted Summer Camp Staff are back in the building for one week to bring you your favourite games and activities from summer past and a sneak peak into some fun activities we have developed for Summer 2023. Beat those summer blahs by spending the week with us. Camp runs 9-4 pm daily, but we have extended care available in the morning from 7:30-9:00 am for$15.00, or night from 4:00-5:30 pm for $15.00 or both morning and night for $30.00. Body text CHILDREN PROGRAMS XX 4Y-12Y JOIN US ON Program Date Duration Ages Winter Wonderland Jan 3 - 6 9:00-4:00 4-12 Fee Location $120 Ramara Centre Ramara's Youth Action Council SATURDAY & SUNDAY Hunter Safety CHILDREN AND YOUTH PROGRAMS The ONE STOP Program offers students firearms training and hunter safety in a MINIMUM 20-hour course in preparation for exams (written and practical) to obtain their firearms acquisition certificate and hunting license. Taught by PAUL WESTON, Hunter Education Instructor and P.A.L. Instructor/Examiner with 18 years experience, boarded and licensed with the M.N.R. and federal and provincial governing bodies. NOTE: All firearms used are deactivated with dummy activation - SAFETY IS OUR TOP PRIORITY. Completing the course involves successfully completing both written and practical exams in class. Students MUST bring government-issued I.D. in the form of a birth certificate, license or passport to write their exams. NOTE: This is a two-day program. You must attend both days to receive your firearms acquisition certificate and hunting license. 12Y+ Time Start End Duration 9:00-4:00 Feb 25 Feb 26 2 days Fee Location $325.00 Ramara Centre ADULT AND ACTIVELY AGING PROGRAMS Start End Duration Fee Jan 9 Mar 6 8 weeks $60 Location Ramara Centre MONDAYS Session Start End Duration 1 Jan 16 Jan 30 3 weeks 2 Feb 6 Feb 27 3 weeks 3 Mar 6 Mar 27 3 weeks Fee Location See Fee Above Ramara Centre See Fee Above Ramara Centre See Fee Above Ramara Centre ADULT AND ACTIVELY AGING PROGRAMS Pilates 50+ Pilates is a method of exercise that consists of low-impact flexibility and muscular strength and endurance movement. These classes are designed for those new to Pilates or those wanting to brush up on their Pilates knowledge. Learn the fundamental principles of the Pilates method and its basic exercises. Improve your strength, posture and flexibility. Everyone-from the "unfit" to the high performance athlete can benefit from this class. 2:00-3:00pm No class February 20 Come join us at the Ramara Centre every Monday from 9:30 am to 10:30 am for the Seniors’ Social Club. If you loved L.E.A.D.S., join us for this new and improved interactive program for those 50+. Meet friends, learn something new and have fun. Seniors’ Social Club will consist of 3 one hour classes per month. Each class is $5, or you can sign up for all three for $12. Let’s get social/physical – bingo, board games, card games – chair yoga, sitting bikes, stretching and more Let’s get creative – painting, crafts and more Special Event – a variety of guest speakers 9:30-10:30am No class February 20, March 13 16+ Senior's Social MONDAYS THURSDAYS Knitting Zumba MONDAYS WEDNESDAYS 16+ Start End Duration Fee Jan 12 Mar 2 8 weeks $60 Location Ramara Centre ADULT AND ACTIVELY AGING PROGRAMS 16+ 55+ 16+ Line Dance This class is set to great music and is fun for all. Build your heart and muscle fitness one class at a time while also improving flexibility, balance and coordination. Learn how to exercise safely and effectively. Each class will include weight training for strength, balance and agility using a chair option. 2:30-3:30pm No class February 20 Line Dancing offers many positive benefits to your overall health. It is an enjoyable, social form of overall exercise that is highly beneficial to everyone. Line Dancing burns calories, builds muscle and improves cardiovascular condition. Remembering dance steps and movements improves your memory skills. Come out and join us for a fun evening! 6:00-8:00pm No class February 20 Are you ready to party yourself into shape? Zumba is an effective fitness system incorporating Latin and modern music to target your muscles and overall heart health. Whether you are an experienced Zumba dancer or a beginner, classes are adapted, and cues are given to get you dancing like a pro. Adaptable for all ages and fitness levels. 6:00-7:00pm THURSDAYS Start End Duration Fee Jan 12 Mar 2 8 weeks $60 Location Ramara Centre 16+ Start End Duration Fee Jan 11 Mar 1 8 weeks $50 Location Ramara Centre MONDAYS Sometimes winter catches you by surprise and you need a pair of mittens, quick! These are a perfect quick knit. Learn to knit in the round using magic loop or double pointed needles. Beginners welcome! Will be given supply list upon registration. 10:00-12:00 On Point Pottery is a local potter sharing her love of pottery with the community. She is offering a four-week hand-building pottery workshop, perfect for beginner potters or those wanting to try it out for the first time! Participants will learn the basic techniques of hand-building and glazing. 7:00-8:00pm Start End Duration Fee Feb 1 Feb 22 4 weeks $160 Location Ramara Centre WEDNESDAYS 16+ Start End Duration Fee Jan 9 Mar 6 8 weeks $40 Location Ramara Centre Start End Duration Fee Jan 9 Mar 6 8 weeks $60 Location Ramara Centre Pottery ADULT AND ACTIVELY AGING PROGRAMS Exercise 55 Participate in relaxation to calm your mind, body & soul. Join Kathy for a natural form of exercise using strength poses for muscle toning and core stability. Bring a mat or towel and wear comfortable clothing . 9:30-10:30am Yoga Program Date Duration Ages January Scrapbooking January 24 7:00-9:00 16+ February Scrapbooking February 28 7:00-9:00 16+ Fee Location $50 Ramara Centre $50 Ramara Centre Program Date Duration Ages Winter in the Park January 13 6:00-9:00 16+ Valentine's Heart February 3 6:00-9:00 16+ Rain Boots March 3 6:00-9:00 16+ Fee Location $60 Ramara Centre $60 Ramara Centre $60 Ramara Centre Join Lori Ewert for an enjoyable evening of creativity. Lori has 36 years experience in painting and will provide step-by-step instructions to assist you in creating a beautiful piece of art. Whether you are a beginner or have experience, all are welcome! What is included: prepped and pre-traced canvas or surface, all supplies and instructions. Have you been interested in scrapbooking? Do you have too many photos and don’t know where to start? Join Stacey for a night of information and creativity. Learn how easy it is to take your photos from your shoebox or phone and create gorgeous albums that will be enjoyed for generations to come. All supplies and instructions are included with your class fee. Please bring 10-20 photos and bring your eagerness to learn. Supplies included. ADULT AND ACTIVELY AGING PROGRAMS Paint Nights With Lori! Scrapbooking With Stacey! Pickleball ADULT AND ACTIVELY AGING PROGRAMS Start End Duration Fee Jan 9 Mar 3 8 weeks $40 Location Ramara Centre 18+ MEET YOUR INSTRUCTORS Pickleball Time Slots Pickleball TUESDAYS WEDESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 8:00-9:00 1:00-2:00 11:00-12:00 8:00-9:00 9:00-10:00 2:00-3:00 12:00-1:00 9:00-10:00 10:00-11:00 3:00-4:00 1:00-2:00 12:00-1:00 11:00-12:00 2:00-3:00 1:00-2:00 12:00-1:00 3:00-4:00 1:00-2:00 Come out and get involved in a fantastic sport here at the Ramara Centre! Keep fit while having fun, learn the rules, play games and meet many great people. Once registered, you will be given a link to our online pickleball schedule. No more than four people per court. If you cannot attend your scheduled game, you must find a substitute by connecting with your fellow players. The substitute will play at no extra cost. Up to two games per week. Arlana has a background in Occupational Therapy Assistant & Physiotherapy Assistant along with a Bachelor of health science minoring in Kinesiology. Arlana lives an active life and loves to play volleyball, soccer and attend Zumba classes, Arlana believes in any movement is good movement – if you don’t use it you loose it. If you take one of Arlana’s classes she will gear her programs/exercises for all activity levels to ensure an overall body workout while still listening to your body. Stacey has a passion for helping people move their photos from their phone and shoeboxes into albums that can be shared now and for generations to come. She has shared her love of scrapbooking for over 20 years at resorts, retreats and classes and can’t wait to help get you started on your very own scrapbook. Elise is one of our newest instructors at the Ramara Centre and is eager to start this new and unique program with us this season. Elise got her start when taking pottery classes after she graduated from University. From there, her passion grew and a few years later here she is opening up her own pottery shop, and providing people the opportunity to try their hand at the beautiful craft of pottery. Elise Karklins - On Point Pottery Lori Ewert- Paint Workshops Julie Clarke- Zumba Julie made the choice to become a Zumba instructor in 2013. After retiring from her high school teaching career in 2017 Julie began teaching Zumba for the Township of Ramara among other places. Julie in a energetic teacher who has a love for music and all things dance. Julie hopes she gets the chance to welcome you to the wonderful world of Zumba this winter. Kitrina is a crafty mother of five that is excited to be teaching our knitting course. She has had a passion for knitting and crocheting since she was little girl. Her mother and grandmother taught her, though over the years she has taught herself a few tricks of the trade. She looks forward to helping new and experienced knitters advance their craft! In these surreal and chaotic times, a desire for inner peace seems not only necessary, but urgent. Maja’s journey from Balkan war refugee to practitioner of mind and body healing provides a unique foundation for managing the current flux of the human condition. Combining her life experience with her knowledge of yoga and pilates, Maja hopes to impart a mindful approach to achieving core strength and stability. With a measure of discipline and open-mindedness, she believes we can learn from every experience while aiming to achieve the goals we set for ourselves. Maja is ready for a challenge, the only question is, are you? Meet Your Instructors Meet Your Instructors Kitrina Typhair- Knitting Arlana Bickell- Day Time Recreation Programs The Ramara Recreation Team is made up of quality instructors who have a passion for implementing children's programs that support and promote physical, emotional and social development. With experience in all age groups, our amazing Recreation team looks forward to providing a fun and safe experience for the community this winter. Maja Ognjanovich- Pilates Kathy Backway- Yoga Lori Ewert-McNeill has been painting for 36 years. She has always enjoyed art and has ventured in many different styles. She has taken classes from teachers all over the world, including when she lived in Europe for almost four years and also through numerous painting conventions she has attended. Lori teaches regular paint night parties at her studio in Orillia. She also teaches stenciling workshops on multiple wood surfaces including porch signs, door mats, giant farmhouse clocks and introduction to furniture painting. This will Lori's second season with the Ramara Recreation team teaching a monthly paint night. Dawn Cox- Line Dancing Kathy Backway feels blessed to have been teaching yoga for over 15 years. Enjoying her time at the Ramara Centre, along with other Resorts in the area. Kathy’s philosophy: Yoga means to yoke or to join. We are essentially joining the light in our hearts. We are coming together in happiness joy & love to make the world a better place. Ramara Recreation Team Stacey Clark -Scrapbooking Dawn moved to the Ramara area in 2003 and started taking line dancing classes at the Ramara Centre in 2004. She felt that the dancing was great exercise and the group was so much fun she had to keep it going. In 2016 the past instructor felt it was time to retire and Dawn and a friend took over the classes. When her friend moved away in 2018 Dawn continued teaching the classes at the Ramara Centre and in other areas in the vicinity. She enjoys meeting other line dancers and finds the experience of teaching and dancing to be fun, healthy and very rewarding. COMMUNITY EVENTS COMMUNITY INFORMATION If there's a fire hydrant near your house, do your part to keep it accessible this winter: 1. Remove any snow and ice. 2. Clear a wide enough perimeter around the hydrant for firefighters to work (about 3 feet). 3. Clear a path from the hydrant to the street Test your fire and CO alarms monthly. 1. Water fresh trees daily.   Keep the base of the   trunk in water all times. 2. Keep your tree away  any ignition source such  as the fireplace, heaters  or candles 3. Check your lights before  decorating. Discard any  sets that are frayed or   damaged. 4. Use extension cords  wisely. Make sure cords  never go under rugs. 5. Before you go out, blow  it out! Be candle safe.   Have a qualified professional clean  and inspect your chimney vents  every year. Store cooled ashes in a tightly covered  metal container, and keep it outside at  least 10 feet from your home or building. Keep portable generators outside,  away from windows and as far  away as possible from your home AS YOU STAY COZY & WARM THIS WINTER SEASON, BE FIRE SMART! Facebook: Ramara Emergency Management/Fire Prevention  Twitter: @ramarafire Text Text Text Brechin Feed and Farm Supply Ramara Administration Building Township of Ramara 2297 Highway 12 Brechin, ON L0K 1B0 www.ramara.ca T. 705-484-5374 COMING SOON Ramara Centre (Recreation office & Ramara Public Library) Ramara Public Library - Brechin location Washago Vet Services www.ramara.ca/dogtags $20 each limit of 3 Offer valid until February 28, 2023 Licences (tags) will be available in person at the following locations: 2023 Municipal Dog Licences Pets get out, licences get them home! Text Licences (tags) will be available online with credit card payments. Please note that a small convenience fee will be applied. Visit ramara.ca/dogtags to learn more.