Arnprior Life Newsletter - April 2023

Welcome to the Arnprior Life Recreation Newsletter, April 2023 edition. In just a few sleeps we will have a visit from the Easter Bunny followed by lots of sunshine and a wonderful spring!

The more you know!

• Job Opportunities! The Town of Arnprior has full-time and part-time employment opportunities in the Recreation Department along with opportunities at Town Hall and more. Visit the Jobs page on the website for more information. The positions include:  ​
  • Aquatics Instructor (Permanent - Full Time)
  • Lifeguard/Program Staff
  • Facility Attendant
  • Crossing Guard
• Volunteer Opportunities! Do you know of students looking to fill their volunteer hours? Interested students are encouraged to email recreation@arnprior.ca to learn more about how to get involved.
• Learn more about what makes the Town of Arnprior a great place to work and find out about other opportunities within the Town by following our Town of Arnprior page on LinkedIN. 

Dates to Circle on Your Calendar!
(Town of Arnprior run Programs/Events are Bolded. Information and Registration Available Through our Online Recreation System)

• April 1: Easter Bake Fair & Cake Decorating Contest
• April 4: Craft Program (Easter)
• April 6: Youth Night (Minute to Win It)
• April 8: Easter Egg Hunt in the Parks
• April 11: Swimming Lessons Start
• April 12: Open House - Caruso & Legion Park Design
• April 13: Family Games Night & Scrabble Tournament Fundraiser
• April 15: Junior Youth Night  (Baking Cookies)
• April 17-22: Pitch-In Week
• April 21: Craft Program (Piggy Bank)
• April 22: Earth Day Bike Bingo
• April 28: Youth Night (Video Games with Valley Nostalgia)
  
  
• May 1: Resident Registration: Summer Camp Registration (Camp Wanago, Hockey School, Ringette School)
• May 4: Non-Resident Registration: Summer Camp Registration (Camp Wanago, Hockey School, Ringette School)
• May 5: Junior Youth Night (Mini Putt)
• May 9: Craft Program (Decorating Coffee Mug)
• May 12: Youth Night (Olympic Games)
• May 19: PA Day Camp
• May 26: Youth Night with the Fire Department
• May 28: Stay Safe! Course
• May 30: Craft Program (Wooden Airplane)

• June 1-30: Parks & Rec Month
• June 1: Summer Ice Opens
• June 3: Priorpalooza

Do you have an event you want to share? Add it to the events calendar at calendar.arnprior.ca



Open House - Caruso & Legion Park Design

A pair of Arnprior parks are being upgraded this summer. There will be an open house on April 12 from 5:30-7:30pm at the Nick Smith Centre Community Hall to review the designs of these upgrades and provide their feedback. The public will also have the opportunity to review designs and submit feedback through the Town of Arnprior website. To learn more about this, please visit the Town's website.

Programming Updates

Summer Camps

The Town of Arnprior offers many great summer camps you can attend. From the classic Camp Wanago to the Museum & Library camps, you can find a full summer of fun and engaging activities. Our Hockey & Ringette School returns in August with our friends at Next Generation HKY. Learn more about all summer camps at www.arnprior.ca/camps 

Drop-In Programs

We have many ways for you to stay active in the pool, on the ice and in the community hall … and even outdoors! Full details of all the programs are available here or sign in to your online account and click on schedule to view the programs or to register.  

Table Tennis - New to the Rec Department, we have Table Tennis (or Ping Pong, whichever you prefer) daytime on Mondays from 12:30-2:30pm or Wednesday evenings from 5:00-7:00pm. Register online to secure your spot!

Lending Hub – Our Lending Hub is open to residents of Renfrew County and is ready to go. If you're in need of skates and a helmet to enjoy skating on the ice, we've got your covered. We'll have snowshoes and cross-country skis available when the snow flies! Please call the Nick Smith Center (613.623.7301) or email recreation@arnprior.ca to reserve.

Pickleball – Join us at the Nick Smith Centre on Sundays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays with the fastest-growing sport in Canada. Check out court times online and reserve your spot!

Badminton – We are serving up a good time on Sunday, Monday and Tuesday nights at the Nick Smith Centre! Both sessions run from 7:30-10:30pm and online registration is required as space is limited. Sign up today!

Pilates - The always lovely Denise Weise is at the Nick Smith Centre every Monday for drop-in Pilates. Register online or visit the front counter to join in.​

Sport Leagues and Programs

T-Ball - Introducing a new youth sport program, T-Ball! Registration is already for this program and space is limited!. Designed for those aged 4-7 as a fun and engaging introduction to baseball. Beginning following the May long-weekend this program is set to debut with the help of parent volunteers. Click here to register and learn more!

Youth Ball Hockey - Just because the ice comes out doesn't mean we stop playing hockey! We will be starting a youth ball hockey league this spring on the area slab for those aged 8-13. Learn more and register online here!

Adult Co-Ed Soccer - We are bringing it back to school yard soccer with this 7v7 league play. This co-ed league fosters fun and inclusive play with games once a week. Register your whole team or sign up as an individual and play with others. Learn more and register online.

Beach Volleyball - The always popular Beach Volleyball League return this summer for some action at Robert Simpson Park. The Wednesday league has already sold out so we have created a waitlist to express interest in running a Tuesday league. Learn more and register online!

Preschool Programming

Ready, Set, Go! - We've partnered with EarlyON to provide a free drop-in program on Tuesday mornings at the Nick Smith Centre. This parent-accompanied program runs from 10am-11:30am for some gross motor skills fun. See you there! This program runs through April 25 so stop in before it finishes for the year. 

Little People's Program - The return of Little People's is going great and you can still join in if you're looking to get in on the action. This drop-off program runs Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 10am-12pm with lots of fun games and activities on the go. Register online now!

KinderDrama - Coming soon! In partnership with Ottawa Valley Theatre Kids, this introduction to dramatic arts will take place at the Arnprior & District Museum on Saturday mornings in April. Open to ages 4 and 5, this program will surely be a thrill. Stay tuned for more information.

Youth Programs

Crafting Program - After months of success in the Monthly Crafting Program, we've scrapped the monthly part and now run twice a month. Register online for this make-and-take program. Oh yeah, pizza too!

Drama Lab - the next session of Drama Lab is set to begin in April and you can register for it now! 

Youth Nights - We are very excited to roll out a new series of youth programming called Youth Nights! These activities are led by young staff to create a fun and inclusive environment where kids can go and be themselves on Friday nights. Learn more and register for these programs online!

Junior Youth Nights - Introducing our newest program, Junior Youth Nights. This features the same concept as Youth Nights where kids can come to a parent-free themed activity and be themselves with friends. Open to those aged 4-7, our Recreation Staff are ready to lead the little ones through fun and engaging activities in this safe and inclusive environment. Learn more and register online!

Active Athletes - The incredible Meagan Mask is putting you through an off-ice workout designed for young athletes. Register for the whole session or drop-in each week. Learn more and register online.

Aquatics Update

Aqua Fitness
Check out the many program offerings in the pool including Aqua Boot Camp, Aquafit, Aqua-Jogging, and Excel Waterfit by visiting our website. You can register for these upcoming sessions now!

Before you go swimming… familiarize yourself with our Aquatic Admission Standards available on our website.

Swim Schedule

There are many swims that you can drop in to and designed for many different levels of swimmers. Check out our pool schedule and see which swim you want to come to by visiting www.arnprior.ca/swimming

Become a Lifeguard!

National Lifeguard and Standard First Aid Course is being offered on May 5,6,7 and May 12,13, 14.  If you are soon turning 16 and looking for a summer job this is the course for you.  You will be qualified and ready to work for the summer.

Do you or someone you know hold your National Lifeguard Certificate – We would love to have you as part of lifeguard team with the Town of Arnprior.  The job posting is available for viewing at www.arnprior.ca/jobs