ATTAC STROKES CLINIC ST. MARY'S PYRAMID CENTERDate(s): Wed. April 7 - June 2 Cost: $100Time(s): 6:15 pm - 7:15 pm Age(s): 10 yrs. and upAre you a Masters swimmer, a triathlete or a high school swimmer who wants to improve your indurance? Makeyour stokes more efficient? Achieve that next time standard? Complete that distance? Then ATTAC stoke clinic is the place for you!Space is limited so please contact Gill Richardson @ richardson_gl@hotmail.com to enroll.

ATTAC NOVICE SWIM PROGRAM ST. MARY'S PYRAMID CENTERDate(s): Monday nights April 5 - June 15 Cost: $150Time(s): 6 pm - 7 pm Age(s): all ages -Must be able to swimATTAC is now offering a Novice Swim Program. This introductory level teaches technique in all four competitive

strokes, starts, turns and streamlining skills taught by our coaching staff. This 10 week course. Contact Head Coach Gillian Richard-son at richardson_gl@hotmail.com for more information.

BIODIVERSITY OF THE FUTURE LECTURE STRATFORD PUBLIC LIBRARYDate(s): Tuesday April 13, 2010 Cost: FREETime(s): 7 - 9 pm Age(s): Everyone welcomeThe Waterloo Lectures - BRENDON LARSON will explain biodiversity and the importance of our relationship to the land and itscreatures. Biodiversity is not just something for wilderness areas; it is something we must live and breathe on a daily basis —even if we inhabit urban areas with many invasive species. Contact: Anne Marie Heckman, email: aheckman@pcin.on.ca orphone: 519.271.0220 x18

KUMON - AFTER-SCHOOL LEARNING PROGRAM KIWANIS COMMUNITY CENTREDate(s): Mondays and Thursdays (Year-round) Cost: $95.00/mth (FREE Placement Test)Time(s): 3:30pm to 6:00pm Age(s): Pre-school to High SchoolWith Kumon, children master the basics of math and reading through daily practice, while building the learning skills,study habits and confidence they need to succeed in school…and beyond. Contact Person: Kusuma at 1-866-525-8666,

email: stratfordkumon@gmail.com, www.kumon.com

HORSE RIDING FOR ALL OCCASIONS THISTLEDOWN EQUESTRIAN CENTERDate(s): year round Cost: call for detailsTime(s): call to schedule Age(s): 5-85 Riding Lessons and Riding Camps, as well a PA day Camps and Horse Birthday parties! Our riding lessons are for peopleof all ages and abilities. We have a variety of great horses and teach Centered riding techniques. Just 10 minutes fromStratford. Email Address: ellenredden@gmail.com

GRADE 7&8 TEEN DANCE KIWANIS COMMUNITY CENTREDate(s): Friday April 16, 2010 Cost: $6.00/personTime(s): 8:00 – 11:00 pm Age(s): Grade 7&8Get dancing at the Kiwanis Centre. These supervised dances are for grade 7&8 students only. Music provided by SoundSyndicate and Lights by PM Lighting. Purchase tickets in advance at the Kiwanis Centre.Info Contact: Jeff Otten – 519-271-0250 Ext. 287

LINC PARENTS FAIR ROTARY COMPLEXDate(s): April 17 Cost: FreeTime(s): 10am to 3pm Age(s): All agesFree skate with the Cullitons from 1 -2 pm. 100 plus exhibitors promoting family products & services. A mini carnival,ponies, environmental & health and safety areas,new to you sale, puppet shows, continuous entertainment, Music withBrian, Scary guys, Mason(Ichip)ID program and much much more. Visit our website www.lincparentsfair.com

GALLERY STRATFORD ART CLASSES GALLERY STRATFORDDate(s): April-June 2010 Age(s): 7-107Please visit www.gallerystratford.on.ca for information-registration on art classes for all ages. Starting in April; MixedMedia & Collage, Still Life, Landscape and In Between, Beginner Photography, Intermediate Photography, Anatomy forArtists, Water Colour Workshop. Free Family Art Sunday, April 11, 2010. For more Info Contact: Erin Haid, email:ehaid@gallerystratford.on.ca

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STRATFORD ROTARY KIDS FUN MINI-MARATHONDate(s): Begins April 26 Cost: Your health, if you don’t do itTime(s): various Age(s): All agesParticipate in the 2nd Annual Stratford Rotary Kids Fun Mini-Marathon. Run, walk or whatever, but get involved and gethealthy. See us at LINC Parents Fair and pick up your form at the Rotary booth or at your school. Celebrate your 42.2km ac-complishment of a marathon at the YMCA on June 6th – Healthy Kids Day! Contact: Carolyn Drummond: 519-271-4138

STRATFORD TENNIS CLUB UPPER QUEENS PARKDate(s): April 24 – October 3 Cost: $90.00 (plus tax)Junior Membership (up to 18 years) Family Rates Also Available. FREE Group Lessons for ALL members beginning May10th (Mon – Thurs). FREE Kids program starts. May 8th (Sat 10am – noon). Tennis Camp and Competitive Junior Pro-grams also available. Optimist Junior Tennis Day Saturday June 26. For more information: Bill White, Club Manager at519.272.0062

EVERY BABYSITTER SHOULD KNOW/HOME SAFETY ST. JOHN HOUSEDate(s): Sat April 24 OR Sat May 15 Cost: $50.00Time(s): 9 to 4 Age(s): Recommended 11.This course will cover Babysitting Responsibilities with emphasis on safety and coping in Emergency situations. Includesworkbook and certificate. Pre-register and pre-pay. Info Contact: St. John Ambulance 519 271 2290 or stratfordsja@cyg.net

CSI - CENTRAL SCIENCE INVESTIGARIONS STRATFORD CENTRAL SECONDARY SCHOOLDate(s): Saturday, May 1, 2010 Cost: $25 half day or $50 full dayTime(s): 9:00 am - 3:45 pm Age(s): Students in grade 3 - 8CSI is a fun filled day for your child to explore the world of science. Led by Central Science staff, students solve problemsand investigate real world issues using the tools of science. Registration at www.csicentral.ca

ACTING CAMP: SUMMER SPECTACULAR PLAYMAKERS! THEATRE SCHOOL (438 DOWNIE ST.)Date(s): July 2010 Cost: $250/1 wk; $400/(2 wk)Time(s): 9 am to 4 pm (aftr hrs available) Age(s): 6 - 10 (1-wk); 11 - 14 (2 wk)Seventeen years of excellence in theatrical education in Stratford! Limited enrolment, enrichment programs: masks, music,magic, crafts, theatre games and more. Full production for students in the older age group. Contact Person: Kiersten at

info@play.makers.ca or www.play.makers.ca

SUMMIT LEARNING CENTRE IS MOVINGDate(s): April Cost: free academic assessmentTime(s): 3:00-8:00 Age(s): 3-adultSummit Learning Centres is moving ideally located on Ontario street close to the Festival Market Place.Offering: Individualized tutoring programs; Low student teacher ratios; Remedial, enrichment and homeworkhelper programs for students of all ages in Reading, Writing, Math, Science, French, and more. Contact: WendyHallam, email: whallam@summitlearning.ca or phone: 519-273-0066

ST JOHN'S PRESCHOOL REGISTRATION 175 WATERLOO ST. S.Date(s): May 17 Cost:Time(s): 6 - 8 pm Age(s): 3-adultRegistration and Open House Night for 2010/2011. A full registration package can picked up that night or from preschool inadvance. You will need to provide contact information and registration fee of $25, plus post dated cheques to secure a spot foryour child/children. Contact: Tel 519 271 3683

DANCE AARTS ACADEMY - HALF DAY DANCE CAMP DANCE AARTS ACADEMY (58 GRIFFITH RD)Date(s): August 16-20 Cost: $115.00 for the weekTime(s): 8:30-12:00 Age(s): 3 & upHalf day dance camp for children with or without experience. Learn ballet, tap, jazz, acro gymnastics, hip hop and creativemovement. Don't miss this exciting opportunity to have some fun. Contact: Kelly Ann, email: danceaarts@aol.com or 519-655-6814/ 519-272-1118

DANCE AARTS ACADEMY - SUMMER CAMPS DANCE AARTS ACADEMY (58 GRIFFITH RD)Age(s): 5-9, 10 & up Cost: $325 per 2 week sessionTime(s): 8:30-4:30 - Before and after child care available if needed.Dates: July 5-16 Disney Adventure/ July 19-30 Safari Adventure/ August 2-13 Create Your Own Productionct, sing and dance your way to the stage this summer. Try our musical theatre camp: ballet, tap, jazz, acro gymnsatics andhip hop. Don't miss out on this great summer experience. Contact: Kelly Ann, email: danceaarts@aol.com or 519-655-6814/519-272-1118

LOCATION: Between the Waterloo St. Bridge and the

Thomas Orr Dam

Hourly draw • Weigh-in at headquarters

(Band Shell) for 1st, 2nd & 3rd prizes

• Prizes to be handed out at 12 noon at the Band Shell

More ways to win with the

colouring contest for kids 4-9 yrs**

* Winners by draw ** Pick-up picture when you

register

• Pre-registration required • Register April 23rd (Fri.)

From 4 pm-9 pm @ the Optimist Hall, 72 Water St.

• Participants must be 16 yrs & under or 65 yrs & over

Rules: • Limit 5 fish per person • Barbless hooks and lead-free sinkers required • Still fishing only

Fishing from the shore only • No fishing from the bridge • Must be registered to win • Need I.D. to claim prize

YOU MUST BE REGISTERED TO WIN….

PLEASE RESPECT THE PROPERTY & OWNERS OF WILLIAM STREET

Access to the river is not permitted through private property. Control the use of bicycles on the pathway. Signs will be placed on the rope barricade and at the east and west extremities of these properties, indicating that fishing is prohibited in that area and that pedestrians are to stay on the pathway. Additionally, the City of Stratford and the Optimist Club will discourage congregation of individuals on the pathway behind these properties.

Saturday April 24th 8AM to 12 Noon (Rain or Shine)

ENTRY FORM Name: ________________________________________ Age: _________________

Address: ______________________________________________________________

City ______________________ Postal Code: ____________ Phone: ______________

FREE ENTRY

TROUT DERBY

SPONSORS: THE FISHING STORE & TRI-COUNTY BRICK COMPANY

Sponsored by Stratford & Festival City Optimist Club

Stratford Community Services

Department Stratford Police

Department

SATURDAY, MAY 1st, 2010 10:00am - 12:00am

The Rotary Complex – Molson Ice Pad

OPTIMIST BIKE DAY

Bring your Bicycle and Do NOT FORGET your

Helmet!!

Junior Kindergarden To Grade 6 10:00am -- 12:00am PRIZES - 6 Bikes to be given away! - FREE Hot Dogs / Pop - FREE Safety Information

FREE FUN EVENTS !! - Bike Inspection - Road Safety Test - Bike Quiz