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Town of Arnprior Launches New Campaign to Promote an Active Lifestyle

The Town of Arnprior has embraced Recreation and Parks Month by creating a new campaign that will provide barrier free activities throughout the month of June. This campaign is called ‘Recreation Passport’ and is made possible by the Community Better Challenge, run by ParticipACTION.

“The goal of this campaign is to provide barrier free activities that foster strong mental, social, and physical lifestyles,” says Lucas Power, Program and Events Coordinator. “We worked to bring new activities to...

Arnprior Celebrates 160th Birthday with return of Priorpalooza presented by Ontario Power Generation

The Town of Arnprior will celebrate its 160th birthday with the return of the annual music festival – Priorpalooza, presented by Ontario Power Generation – on Saturday, June 4.

 “Everyone is excited for the return of summer events. We are thrilled to be back to a full calendar this year” said Director of Recreation Graeme Ivory. “Priorpalooza is the official kick-off to summer in Arnprior. We’ll also be celebrating 160 years of this wonderful community.”

The sound of music and fun returns to Robert...

Recreation Department March Newsletter

Welcome to the Town of Arnprior Recreation Department Newsletter for March. This newsletter will be a monthly staple throughout 2022 to keep you informed of programs, events and the many things going on in our Recreation Department and more! We always welcome your input for new programs and events and your feedback about what we are currently offering is always appreciated. Drop us a line at recreation@arnprior.ca. 

COVID PROTOCOL UPDATE

As public health and health care indicators continue to...

FamFest 2022 at the Nick Smith Centre

FamFest 2022 Monday, February 21, 2022 Nick Smith Centre Join us for a day full of family activities! Free Pancake Breakfast (Sponsored by the Arnprior's Lion's Club)

• Community Hall 9:00am-12:00pm

Free Family Swimming (Sponsored by the Arnprior Optimist's Club)

• Community Pool 10:00am, 11:00am, 2:00pm, 3:00pm

Free Family Skating (Sponsored by the Arnprior Optimist's Club)

• Bert Hall Arena 9:00am, 10:00am, 1:00pm

Family Entertainment

One-Man Band, Magic Shows, Balloon Animals, Board Games, Video Games, Arts &...

Trail Maintenance at Gillies Grove Nature Reserve

Routine tree maintenance to be performed this spring at local nature reserve

The Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) will be starting essential tree maintenance and removal at its Gillies Grove Nature Reserve beginning February 20, 2022.

Trails at Gillies Grove, a beloved local nature reserve, will be undergoing maintenance in late February and early March to help improve visitor experience and natural habitats on the property. Work being done includes the removal of hazardous trees and trees that...