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Town of Prescott
Recreation, Leisure
& PLAY Guide
Summer 2019
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May
11
Events
Opening Day at Prescott Farmers’ and Crafters’ Market
18-19 Opening Day - War of 1812 Garrison Weekend at Fort Wellington NHS
25 Community Yard Sale Day (9 a.m. - 2 p.m.)
Crazy Hat Day at Prescott Farmers’ and Crafters’ Market
27 Citizen of the Year & Volunteer of the Year Awards Reception Night
27-31 Prescott P.R.O.U.D beautification campaign
31 Dominion Lighthouse Visitor Centre Opens (8 a.m. - 8 p.m. daily)
June
1 Prescott Centennial Pool Opens
14 A Taste Of Prescott (5 p.m. - 9 p.m.)
23 Summer Concert Series - Simon Clark (7 p.m.)
25 Bluenose II Docking (overnight)
28 Community Pool Party (3:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m.)
28 Indoor Movie Night at Community Centre (7 p.m. & 9:15 p.m. )
29 Canada Day Celebrations at Prescott Farmers’ and Crafters’ Market
30 Summer Concert Series - Stephen Goodberry & Debra Currier (7 p.m.)
July
1 Canada Day at Fort Wellington NHS (11 a.m. - 4 p.m.)
6 Historic Places Day at Fort Wellington (11 a.m. - 4 p.m.)
7 St. Lawrence Valley Car Club Show (10 a.m. - 3 p.m.)
Summer Concert Series - The Fabulous Belairs (7 p.m.)
13 St. Lawrence Shakespeare Festival season begins
14 Summer Concert Series - Ron Donnelly and The Marlboreens (7 p.m.)
20 Christmas in July at Prescott Farmers’ and Crafters’ Market
21 Summer Concert Series - Marleen Fawcett and Mountain Breeze (7 p.m.)
Communities in Bloom evaluation period begins
26 Indoor Movie Night at Community Centre (7 p.m. & 9:15 p.m. )
28 Summer Concert Series - The Monarchs (7 p.m.)
August
4 Summer Concert Series - Stephen Goodberry and Debra Courrier (6:30 p.m.)
11 Prescott Piranhas 52nd Annual Invitational Swim Meet, pool closed to the public
Summer Concert Series - Happy Crap (6:30 p.m.)
17 St. Lawrence Shakespeare Festival season ends
18 Summer Concert Series - The Pie Plates (6:30 p.m.)
23 Swim Team Banquet Night
24 Country Western Theme Day at Prescott Farmers’ and Crafters’ Market
25 Summer Concert Series - The Running Kind - The Codes (6:30 p.m.)
30 Indoor Movie Night at Community Centre (7 p.m. & 9:15 p.m. )
September
5 Fall Fun at the Fort begins
14 Trucking For A Cure
Paint the Town Pink Day at Prescott Farmers’ and Crafters’ Market
21 Treasure Exchange Day !2
Cover Photo - Native Tree Species Arboretum, Heritage River Trail W, Prescott
Contents
Town of Prescott
4 - Historic Downtown RiverWalk District
5 - Connect with Us or Report a Problem
6- Office of the Mayor
7- Municipal Contacts Adult & Older Adult Programs
22- Prescott Centennial Pool
Recreation & Leisure 22- Wellness Walks
8- Parks & Facility Rentals 22- Indoor Walking Club
9- Registration & Funding 22- Outdoor Walking Club
10- Kelly’s Beach 23- Evening Photography Class
11- Sandra S. Lawn Harbour & Marina 23- Cricut 101 & 201
12- Prescott Centennial Pool Hours 23- Jewelry Making Workshops
13- Swimming Lessons 24- Walker House Adult Recreation Centre
25- Adult Day Trips
Preschool Age Programs
15- EarlyON Child & Family Centre All Age Programs
15- Prescott Public Library 26- South Grenville Pickleball Club
15- RUN Time 27- Prescott Lawn Bowling Club
28- Prescott Tennis Club
School Age Programs 29- St. Lawrence Shakespeare Festival
16- Prescott Youth Centre 30- Indoor Community Centre Movie Nights
16- Day Trips 31- Recreation Lending Library
17- Prescott Piranhas Swim Team 32- Fort Wellington National Historic Site
17- RUN Time
17- Prescott Public Library Community Services
17- Jewelry Making Workshop 34- Prescott Fire Department
18- LifeFit Summer Camps 35- Prescott Public Library
19- Girls Inc. Summer Program 36- Prescott Farmers’ and Crafters’ Market
20- PLAY Multi-Sports Camp 36- Smoke Free Ontario
37- Waste & Waste Diversion
Teenage Programs 38- Prescott Communities in Bloom
21- Tween & Teen Public Swim 39- 1000 Islands Rideau Canal Garden Trail
21- Jewelry Making Workshop
21- Mont Cascades Waterpark Back Cover
21- Indoor Community Movie Nights 50 Free Things to Do in Prescott This Summer
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Shop & Support Local
Take some time to explore the unique variety of
shops, restaurants and services while you’re play-
ing in Prescott this spring & summer!
Whether exploring the uptown district, Downtown
Prescott’s historic RiverWalk District, or the sea-
sonal Farmers’ & Crafters’ Market; you’re sure to
find a memorable shopping or food experience.
Visit the Town of Prescott and BIA website
Business Directory pages for complete Prescott
business listings.
www.prescott.ca |
www.downtownprescott.ca
@townofprescott
@prescottbia
The Downtown Prescott Business Improvement
Area acts as an advocate for local business and
revitalization of the RiverWalk District, downtown
core. From community events and street
beautification to safety programs and merchant
promotions, Downtown Prescott is committed to
serving its members and contributing to the
sustainability of the community. Visit our website
or social media pages to learn more about the BIA
and how you can get involved!
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2018-2022
Town of Prescott Council
MAYOR - W.B. (Brett) Todd
Councillor Lee McConnell
Councillor Teresa Jansman
Councillor Mike Ostrander
Councillor Gauri Shankar
Councillor Leanne Burton
Councillor Ray Young
Find us on Social Media
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Email operations@prescott.ca to opt-in to receive updates on road TownofPrescott
closures, special events, snow removal operations, and more. @TownofPrescott
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Office of the Mayor
Summer has arrived in the Fort Town!
And so has the third annual edition of our Summer Recreation Guide, detailing all of the
warm-weather happenings in Prescott. Being able to finally swap sweaters for shorts
lets us take full advantage of the sunny shores of the St. Lawrence River with a
schedule of events that includes something for everyone.
Centennial Park will again be the best way to beat the heat,
thanks to the beach at Kelly’s Bay and the adjacent Community
Pool (opening on June 1st). Take in the Community Pool Party on
June 28th and watch for work to begin at Centennial Park this
summer on our new Splash Pad, which will turn our summer hub
into Prescott’s very own take on a water park when it opens in
Summer 2020.
Another riverside treat this summer is arriving on June 25th,
when the famous Bluenose II docks at Prescott for the night.
Be sure to take in this Canadian treasure.
Our internationally acclaimed St. Lawrence Shakespeare Festival hits the boards at the
Kinsmen Amphitheatre in the Prescott Marina for shows between July 13th and August
17th. This summer’s plays are The Winter’s Tale and Cyrano de Bergerac.
The amphitheatre is also home to another outstanding season of the Summer Concert
Series, running Sunday evenings in July and August. Shows run the gamut from country
to rock, and are all free of charge (although freewill donations are appreciated).
Fort Wellington National Historic Site will be the site of our Canada Day celebrations,
including a Hands Fireworks show at dusk. Fort Wellington is also hosting Historic
Places Day on July 6th and the annual St. Lawrence Valley Car Club Show on July 7th.
Read on for much more information and the complete calendar of events.
Enjoy the Fort Town Summer of 2019, and see you at Kelly’s Bay!
W. B. (Brett) Todd
Mayor, Town of Prescott (btodd@prescott.ca)
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Municipal Contacts
Administration Operations
(613) 925-2812 ext. 6225 (613) 925-2812 ext. 6219
admin@prescott.ca operations@prescott.ca
Civil Marriage Services Crossing Guards
Commissioner of Oaths Commemorative Tree Program
Council & Committee Services Community Branding & Development
Death Registration Community Partnerships
Freedom of Information Requests Facility Operations, Maintenance & Rentals
Lottery Licensing Garbage & Recycling
Marriage Licensing Invasive Weed Control
Media Inquiries Kelly’s Beach Maintenance
Municipal Election Information Locates
Town Administration Marketing & Communications
Website Parks & Playgrounds Maintenance
Prescott Centennial Pool
Prescott Communities in Bloom
Community Protective Services Recreation & Leisure Programs/Services
(613) 925-2206 Road Maintenance
fireadmin@prescott.ca Rotary Lighthouse & Visitor Info Centre
Burning By-Law Inquiries Sandra S. Lawn Harbour & Marina
Emergency Planning & Preparedness Traffic Light Maintenance
Fire Inspection & Fire Code Inquiries Snow Plowing & Removal
Fire Prevention and Public Education Walker House Adult Recreation Centre
Waste Diversion Initiatives
Economic Development Water & Wastewater Services
(613) 925-2812 ext. 6221 Water & Sewer Maintenance/Construction
dvalentyne@prescott.ca
Business Attraction, Development & Retention
Community Branding & Development
Planning, Building & By-Law
Investment Attraction (613) 925-2812 ext. 6206
Marketing & Communications smerriman@prescott.ca
Planning & Revitalization Animal Control
Workforce Development Building Permits & Inquiries
By-law Enforcement
Compliance Letters re: Zoning,
Finance Building, By-Law
(613) 925-2812 ext. 6220 Dog Licensing Tags
marmstrong@prescott.ca Planning Inquiries & Services
Accounting/Financial Analysis
Accounts Payable & Receivable Reception
Budget Preparation & Reporting (613) 925-2812 ext. 6200
Purchasing dlandon@prescott.ca
Tax Information & Collection
Tax Certificates
Prescott Public Library Prescott Centennial Pool Sandra S. Lawn Harbour & Marina
(613) 925-4340 (613) 925-0762 (613) 925-1255
library@prescott.ca pool@prescott.ca marina@prescott.ca
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Walker House Adult Recreation Centre (613) 925-5300 walkerhouse@prescott.ca
Parks
Throughout the Town of Prescott there is an array of parks for all to enjoy.
We have various picnic areas, green spaces, play structures, and public-access
waterfront spaces. As part of a healthy and active community, Town of Prescott
values safe, clean social spaces for residents and tourists to gather at and enjoy.
Fader’s Park Sarah Spencer Park
247 Roberta Crescent 313 Churchill Road East
Centennial Park Fairway Park
30 Mary Street 785 Royal Crescent
RiverWalk Park Heritage River Walking Trail
100 Centre Street 285 King Street East
Facility Rentals
Town of Prescott maintains several facilities, available for public rental and usage.
• Municipal Building: Ruth Evanson Community Room
• Leo Boivin Community Centre
• Walker House Adult Recreation Centre
• Prescott Health Centre
• Prescott Fire Hall
For more information on capacity, cost, and the online self- booking platform, visit:
http://www.prescott.ca/en/play-here/Booking-and-Rentals.asp
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Program Registration
Online Program Registration In-Person Registration
Online Registration Begins Municipal Building
Monday, May 20, 2019 Monday, June 10, 5:00 - 6:30 p.m.
http://app.bookking.ca/TownOfPrescottPub Tuesday, June 18, 5:00 - 6:30 p.m.
Online Booking Process Outdoor at SGDHS Soccer Fields
Wednesday, June 12, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Create Account (with yourself as the billing
Thursday, June 20, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
contact; family members can be added to
*weather dependent
your account once it is created)
Walker House Adult Recreation
1. Log in to your account Centre
Tuesday, June 11, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
2. Go to “Courses” tab
3. View courses and select Leo Boivin Community Centre
those you are interested in Tuesday, May 21, 9:30 - 11:00 a.m.
Tuesday, May 28, 9:30 - 11:00 a.m.
4. Add the courses to cart
5. Check out when ready Prescott Centennial Pool
Saturday, June 22, 12:00 - 2:00 p.m.
6. Provide payment information Friday, June 28, 3:30-6:30 p.m.
Look for this icon throughout the guide to indicate Town of Prescott programs
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you can register for online. Or, visit us at a registration date listed above. Regisne!
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Funding Opportunities
Through one of these programs your child may be eligible to have some or all of the
program cost covered. In most cases there are a limited amount of spots available and
acceptance is based on need and eligibility.
JumpStart Town of Prescott Opportunity Fund
www.jumpstart.canadiantire.ca www.prescott.ca
1-844-YES-PLAY pool@prescott.ca
Making Play Possible Champions for Kids
www.makingplaypossible.com Students of UCDSB
613-498-4844 (Sue Kennedy) Speak with your Principal
Become a Recreation Instructor
Become a Recreation Instructor with the Town of Prescott! We're looking for instructors to
share their talent or passion with members of our community. Recreation and leisure instructors
are paid competitively, and only have to worry about teaching their respective class. Our
recreation department will work with instructors to take care of the rest, including registrations,
facility bookings, advertising and more. If interested, please contact kforrester@prescott.ca
with your qualifications and proposal. Seeking proposals for a variety of physical activity,
creative, social, and leisurely selections, to offer programming year-round. !9
Kelly’s Beach
Unsupervised Public Beach
191 St. Lawrence Street
Parking behind Walker House, West entrance to Centennial Park
Water Quality Testing
Water quality testing is conducted weekly by the Leeds, Grenville & Lanark District Health Unit.
Results are shared on the “Prescott Centennial Pool” Facebook page, and the website
and social media accounts of the LGL Health Unit.
Signage is posted at the beach in the event of a “Caution” or “Closure” alert as a
result of high levels of bacteria in the water, as required. Periods after rainfall are most likely to
have high levels of bacteria in beach water.
These high levels can increase a swimmer’s risk of developing irritations and infections. The most
common problems are minor skin, eye, ear, nose, and throat infections, and stomach illness.
While the Health Unit strives to alert swimmers when conditions are not suitable for
swimming, the public must be aware that conditions may change, and that there is always
a level of risk when swimming in untreated water.
Beach Rules
• No dogs on the beach
• All children must be supervised by
parents or guardians at ALL times
• Never swim alone
• No smoking, vaping, alcohol, cannabis,
or drugs permitted anywhere within
Centennial Park
• Please do not leave litter behind
!10Harbour & Marina
Sandra S. Lawn Harbour & Marina
191 Water Street East
latitude 44° 42’ 39” N and longitude 75°W 30’ 39” (Chart 1416)
Our courteous, friendly and informative staff provide first class service, and keep boaters from all
over North America coming back to Prescott, Ontario. Our riverfront community has kept pace
with the lifestyle of today's pleasure-seekers, providing a top-notch Harbour and Marina
which is considered one of the premiere boating facilities in Ontario.
Surrounding the Marina, we have the Rotary Pavilion and Heritage River Trail to the West,
Community Garden and green-space to the North, Shakespeare’s Gardens, Kinsmen Amphitheatre
and Dominion Lighthouse Visitor Centre adjacent to the harbour, and the new RiverWalk Park
then Prescott Port of Call to the east.
The beautiful, 148-slip harbour opens annually in May on the Victoria Day weekend.
Dockage is offered on a seasonal, monthly, weekly, or daily transient (includes overnight).
Boaters enjoy electrical and water services, 24-hr security May-Sept., fuel docks,
and pump out service. Our marina services building offers clean washrooms, showers,
and laundry facilities, convenience marine items, and ice.
Harbour Master | Marina & Waterfront Coordinator Niko Chorianopoulos
marina@prescott.ca (613) 925-1255 nchorianopoulos@prescott.ca
!11Prescott Centennial Pool
June Hours
Aquatic Fitness
Public Swimming - Free Every Day! 2:30 - 3:30
Address: 190 St. Lawrence Street Public Swimming
Parking: West entrance to Centennial Park Monday – Friday
(behind Walker House Adult Recreation Centre) 3:30 – 6:30 p.m.
or on-street parking along King Street.
All swimmers must sign-in before using the pool. Saturday & Sunday
1:00 – 6:00 p.m.
July & August
5:30 -6:30 -
12-1 p.m. 7:30 - 8:30 p.m.
6:30 p.m.7:30
M Aquatic
Swim Aquatic All Ages
Fitness
Lessons Fitness Public Swim
4:00 -
12-1 p.m. 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. 7:30 - 8:30 p.m.
5:30
T 8:30 - Water
1:00 - p.m.
Swimming Adult Only
9:30 9:30 Yoga Lessons Lane Swim
4:00
a.m. a.m. -
p.m. Swim 5:30 -6:30 -
12:00 12-1 p.m. 7:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Team 6:30 p.m.7:30
W Adult p.m. Aquatic Swim Aquatic All Ages
Only Fitness All Ages Practice
Free Lessons Fitness Public Swim
Free Swim
Public 4-4:30
Lane Lessons 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
T Swim
12-1 p.m.
Water
Swim 7:30 - 8:30 p.m.
4:30 - Swimming Adult Only
h Yoga Lessons Lane Swim
5:30
5:30 - 6:30-8:00 p.m.
12-1 p.m.
6:30 p.m. Tween & Teen
F Aquatic Water Free Public
Fitness Games Swim
10:00 a.m. -
12-1 p.m.
12:00 p.m. 1:00 - 6:00 p.m.
S Swim
Aquatic
All Ages
Fitness
Lessons Free
Public Swim
S
!12Public Swim
Guardians or group leaders are responsible for the children in their care while
at the facility and must directly supervise the children at all times.
• Children under 10 who are swimmers must pass the swim test - can enter the water with their
caregiver outside of arm’s reach - swimmer can enter pool (not facility) without caregiver
• Children under 10 who are non-swimmers must be accompanied by a parent or guardian
responsible for their direct supervision (caregiver must be “within arm’s reach”)
o Maximum of 4 children who can swim per adult supervisor (1:4)
o If all children wear lifejackets, the ratio increases (1:8)
• Children under the age of 6 will be admitted to the pool accompanied by a parent or guardian
responsible for their direct supervision (caregiver must be “within arm’s reach”) at a maximum
two children for each parent/guardian (1:2)
Swimming Lessons
Prescott Centennial Pool offers all levels of the Lifesaving Society’s Swim For Life®
instructional program, which stress in-water practice to develop solid swimming
strokes and skills, as well as Water Smart® education to last a lifetime.
Children can begin swimming lessons at 4 months old. Developing comfort
within the water, as well as a healthy respect for it, is necessary in order for
swimming lessons to be as successful as possible later on. Twenty-one levels of
swimming lessons are offered at our pool, including Parent and Tot, Fitness Swimmer,
Junior Lifeguard, and Bronze level lifeguard training.
If your child has never participated in swimming lessons before, we will do an
assessment to place them in the correct level range. It is never too late to learn how
to swim, or to improve your swimming strokes and endurance. For adults, we offer a
stroke correction class as well as a fitness swimming class.
Weekday Morning Saturday Morning Weekday Evening
9:30 am – 12:00 pm 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Mon. & Wed.
5:30 - 6:30 pm
July 1 – July 12 July 6 – August 24 July 1 – July 24
July 15 – July 26 July 29 – August 21
July 29 – August 9
August 12 – August 23 Tues. & Thurs.
5:30 – 7:30 pm
July 2 – July 25
July 30 – August 22
!13Lesson Levels & Length Per Lesson
Parent & Tot – 3 Levels – 30 minutes
Preschool – 5 Levels (A-E) – 30 minutes
Swimmer – 6 Levels (1-6)
Swimmer (1-2) – 30 minutes
Swimmer (3-6) – 45 minutes
Swim Patrol – 3 Levels– 45 minutes
Junior Lifeguard Club – 1 Level– 45 minutes How to become a lifeguard - Untitled(1)
Bronze Courses – 3 Levels – 120 minutes
Fitness Swimmer – 1 Level – 30 minutes How to Become a Lifeguard
Adult – 3 Levels – 30 minutes
Swim Patrol
Cost per Session
HST Included Bronze Star
Swimmer 2 & Below………………$41.00
Swimmer 3 & Up …………………$46.00 Bronze Medalion
(13 years of age or Bronze Star)
Private Lesson…………………..…$76.50
Bronze Levels ………………….…$97.00
Emergency First Aid
Family Membership Bronze Cross
Includes 3 sessions of lessons
Standard First Aid
& 1 Adult Aquatic Fitness Pass (4 agencies)
HST Included
1 Child ………………….….…$143.00 National Lifeguard
(16 years of age + prerequisites)
2 Children ………………….…$220.00
3 Children ………………….…$245.00
4 Children………………….…$322.00
!14Preschool Programs
Prescott EarlyON CFC
490 Jessup Street (Hyde Street Entrance) - (613) 925 - 4975
For more information on programs, call the EarlyON Child and
Family Centre (C.F.C.) 1-866-433-8933, extension 2374.
Play & Learn
Tuesday - Thursday - Friday - 9:00 to 11:30 a.m.
Parenting is hard work! A free drop-in program at the Prescott EarlyON CFC for dads, moms,
grandparents, caregivers and their children from birth to six years. Children have the
opportunity to engage in experiences that promote inquiry and play-based learning. Children
are encouraged to explore, create and play. Community guests visit the program. Community
information is available.
Dental Screening
Thursday, May 30 - 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. (during Play & Learn)
A dental hygienist from the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit will offer dental
screening and fluoride varnish to children, and provide information about the Healthy Smiles
Outdoor Pop Up Play
Wednesday July 17 & Wednesday, July 31. Program will run 1:00 – 2:30 p.m. Located
at the green-space North of the Marina, between the Community Garden and the Rotary
Pavilion. Join us outdoors to explore, create and enjoy a variety of fun summer activities and
experiences. Dress for messy play. Designed for ages birth - 6 years accompanied by parent/
caregiver, with older siblings welcome.
RUN Time
Tuesdays, 11:00 - 12:00 p.m.
Open run time at the Leo Boivin Community Centre. Open for all ages to burn off some energy
- unstructured, free RUN time! Program runs June 4 - August 27; however NOT July 16 or
August 13.
Story-time at the Prescott Public Library
Friday morning from 10:30 to 11:30 - July 12, 19, 26 and August 2, 9, 16
FREE program for preschool age kids and their parents, grandparents and caregivers. Visit the
library for story-time and activities. Share the joy of reading and spark your child's curiosity
with books.
Summer Magic
Tuesday, August 20, 2:30 p.m.
Summer Magic Show by John Pert, children’s performer at the Prescott Public Library. Free to
attend!
!15School Age Programs
Prescott Youth Centre – 490 Jessup Street
Summer Hours are 12:00 - 7:00 p.m.
The Prescott Youth Centre is a non-profit organization that is a FUN and FREE
place for youth ages 8 to 18 to come and enjoy wide varieties of activities with
friendly and supportive staff. Some activities include: computers, Wii, pool table,
foosball, air hockey as well as full access to a gym and outside space. We are
funded by United Way of Leeds and Grenville and the Town of Prescott.
Town of Prescott - Day Trips
August 6, 7, 8, 9 - every day of the week of
the Civic Holiday (Monday, August 5)
Supervised trips for children and youth ages 6+
Children under 6 must be accompanied by an adult
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Leo Boivin Community Centre, 444 Prince Street
Tuesday, August 6 Thursday, August 8
$30 $20
Mont Cascades Waterpark Kemptville Fun Day
Heated pools, and water slides for Norm of the North: Keys to the
kids 48” tall; rides and kiddie rides, Kingdom movie, public skating (byo
kiddie zone and splash forest for kids skates and helmet), picnic lunch, and
under 52” tall a live magician show!
Drop Off 8:00 - 8:15 a.m. Drop Off 8:30 - 8:45 a.m.
Pick Up 6:30 p.m. Pick Up 4:00 p.m.
Course Code: DAYTRIP1 Course Code: DAYTRIP3
Wednesday, August 7 Friday, August 9
$25 $25
Cosmic Adventures Museum of Science & Technology
20,000 square feet of indoor climbing, Renovated and reopened, crazy
jumping, and sliding! kitchen, live experiments and demo’s
Drop Off 8:30 - 8:45 a.m. Drop Off 8:30 - 8:45 a.m.
Pick Up 5:00 p.m. Pick Up 5:00 p.m.
Course Code: DAYTRIP2 Course Code: DAYTRIP4
Junior Tennis
See page 28 - Prescott Tennis Club
SLSF Drama Camp !16
See page 29 for details - St. Lawrence Shakespeare FestivalPrescott Piranhas Recreational Swim Team
Flexible and cost effective! This is a great way to strengthen swimming skills and
endurance, while having fun with the lifeguards and teammates. Swimmers ages 4+ learn
proper stroke techniques, flip turns and dive entries. Fridays are water games day.
On weekends, the swimmers have the option to compete against other swimmers in their
age and gender categories at local pools. Minimum age 4.
Able to swim two lengths or less 4:00 – 4:30 p.m.
Must also complete a session of swimming lessons
Able to swim three lengths or more 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Two Days/Week $20 Four Days/Week $40
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Bonus – all swimmers are welcome to participate in “Game Days” on Fridays.
All games will build endurance and encourage swimming skills.
Option for swimmers to travel to local swimming pools and compete in recreational swim
meets. Our 51st Annual Invitational Swim Meet will take place on Sunday, August 11.
RUN Time
Tuesdays, 11:00 - 12:00 p.m.
Open run time at the Leo Boivin Community Centre. Open for all ages to burn off some
energy - unstructured, free RUN time! Program runs June 4 - August 27; however NOT
July 16 or August 13.
Story-time at the Prescott Public Library
Tuesday afternoons from 2:30 to 3:30 July 9, 16, 23, 30 and August 6, 13
FREE program for kids ages 6 -9 and their parents, grandparents and caregivers. Visit the
library for story-time and activities. Share the joy of reading and spark your child's
curiosity with books.
Jewelry Making Workshop ter
Regisne!
Wednesday, August 14, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Course Code: SILVERYOUTH Onli
$25 per participant - Stamped Secret Ring Municipal Building (360 Dibble St. W)
Ages 8+ are recommended, but a child who is good at crafting and a little younger is also
welcome. Adults are welcome to participate in this class as well.
This is a 1 hour class that uses an aluminum based material to create a special secret ring.
We stamp words onto the inside of the ring, and it is concealed when worn. There are so
many possibilities with these rings. We can texture the outsides of the rings, and fit 1 - 6
words on the inside. There is instruction and practice material supplied, to get to know
how the stamping process works first before we tackle the good ring. Facilitated by Abbey,
Small Town Silver.
!17FOUNDATIONS FOR YOUTH SUCCESS
“Physical literacy is the motivation, confidence and physical competence that will result in
engagement in physical activities for life” - Active for Life Canada
LifeFit Summer Camps
Drop Off & Pick Up ter
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Active, outdoor, safe and FUN!
Camps run from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. daily
Camp will accept both daily and weekly campers at a rate of $40 per day.
Early-bird rate of $36/day applicable until June 15.
Extended Care 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. can be added ($5)
LifeFit Summer Camps use a maximum ratio of 1:8 to ensure that every child
receives the attention that they deserve. LifeFit Athletics is a fully licensed,
permitted, insured and follows the guideline of SafeKids Canada.
Register online with the Town of Prescott
July 8 to July 12 – Slip and Slide Theme, ages 4-13
The week HAS to feature our MASSIVE 50ft slip and slide, but what else? Think parks, balloons,
tug of war and more... Any and all activities that are wet, slippery, wild, and fun.
July 22 to July 26 – Soccer Specialty Camp, ages 8 - 13
Time to hone your skills, increase stamina and have fun all at the same time! Soccer drills, speed
and running agility, development and game play make this a great week for all players!
July 29 to August 2 - Wacky Water Theme, ages 4-13
The best part of summer is the water, so lets make the best of it! Sponge tag, bucket races,
swimming in the river, water balloon toss and water squirters and the beach. How many ways can
we play with water in just one week?
August 26 to August 30 - Summer Favourites Theme, ages 4-13
Join us for all of our top hits, favourite games, and coolest equipment. Climbing, jumping, running,
playing. We’re sure to have a blast!
Summer should be a time of play, exploring, and being outside.
Letting kids be, well, kids!
Play is the basis of development of a lifelong
enjoyment of physical activities.
Info@LifeFit.com
LifeFit works with many funding organizations in Leeds and
Grenville to help make your child’s summer dreams come true 613-640-0392
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PLAY Multi - Sports Sports Camp 2019
July 15 - 19, Leo Boivin Community Centre
VISION Why Choose PLAY Sports
PLAY Sports envisions the inclusion of all • Experienced Coaching!
kids in positive athletic environment, where
they can learn that the meaning of sport is
• Low Athlete to Coach Ratio (8:1)
found through playing the game. • 100% Athlete Inclusion
• Huge variety of sports & games -
MISSION soccer, flag football, lacrosse, ball
PLAY Sports is committed in serving kids and hockey, basketball, baseball, track &
coaches through inclusive sporting field, and more!
experiences where the emphasis is on • Kids will improve their athletic skills
playing the game, having fun and through fitness circuits and working
developing an active lifestyle. on coordination, balance, core
strength, flexibility, and other
movements critical to building the
OBJECTIVES complete athlete
PLAY Sports is designed to:
• No teaching, just PLAYing!
• give all kids the opportunity to play
sports! • Having fun & being safe are the top
priorities!
• promote the inclusion of all kids!
• bring enjoyment back into the game!
• promote fair play and safety when Boys & Girls Ages 6 – 12
playing sports!
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
• connecting kids to sports programs, Early Drop Off 8:30 a.m.
teams and leagues!
Late Pick Up 4:30 p.m.
• give the game of sports back to the
kids!
Cost
Info & Registration $190 per week
www.playsportscanada.com $350 / two kids
cveltkamp76@gmail.com or $350 if attending 2 weeks
613 925 4147 (Brockville July 22-26)
Discounts available for families
or multiple weeks - contact for details
Includes welcome gift, daily treat, and pizza
party on Friday. Athletes bring their own lunch/
snack Mon.-Thurs., along with athletic clothing,
hat, sunscreen, and lots to drink!
!20Teen Programs
Tween & Teen Public Swim
Friday’s - 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Prescott Centennial Pool
• Tween and Teen ages only; all participants must sign in to the pool
• Unstructured time - water games and activities available for groups to use that
would like to (i.e. underwater hockey, water volleyball net, etc.)
• Relaxed rules and louder music - all the safety rules are still in place, but you
won’t need to share the pool and deck with your grandmother, or that much
younger neighbour kid that’s always around!
Jewelry Making Workshop
Wed., August 14, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Course Code: SILVERYOUTH ter
$25 per participant - Stamped Secret Ring. This is a 1 hour class at the Regisne!
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Municipal Building that uses an aluminum based material to create a special
secret ring. We stamp words onto the inside of the ring and it is concealed
when worn. There are so many possibilities with these rings. We can texture the
outsides of the rings, and fit 1 - 6 words on the inside. There is instruction and
practice material supplied, to get to know how the stamping process works first
before we tackle the good ring. Facilitated by Abbey, Small Town Silver.
Join our bus trip!
Mont Cascades Waterpark
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Pick Up 6:30 p.m. at the Community Centre
Catch a free movie!
Indoor Community Movie Nights
Leo Boivin Community Centre, 444 Prince Street
Friday, June 28
Because of Winn Dixie (7 p.m.) & The Blind Side (9:15 p.m.)
Friday, July 26
Doctor Dolittle (7 p.m.) & Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me (9:15 p.m.)
Friday, August 30
Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory (7 p.m.) & When Harry Met Sally (9:15 p.m.)
Junior Tennis
See page 28 -
Help Fill This Page
We’re looking for ideas from teens on what you’d like to see!
Prescott Tennis Club
Do you offer an opportunity that teens might enjoy?
SLSF Drama Camp Get in touch! kforrester@prescott.ca
See page 29 for details -
St. Lawrence Shakespeare Festival !21Adult Lane Swim
Adult Programs
Monday to Friday, 8:30 - 9:30 a.m. & Tuesday & Thursday, 7:30 - 8:30 p.m.
FREE drop-in. Participants must sign-in on deck.
Aquatic Fitness Classes
Rates $3.50/Class, $82 for an unlimited use season pass. Course Code: AQUAFIT
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Aerobic Aquatic Fitness 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Water Yoga 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. Tuesday & Thursday
July 1 - August 24
Aerobic Aquatic Fitness 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday
6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Monday, Wednesday
Water Yoga 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday
Indoor Walking Club
Tuesday’s 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. at the Leo Boivin Community Centre (444 Prince St.) May 7 -
August 27. Please bring indoor shoes and a re-usable water bottle. Free drop-in program.
Outdoor Walking Club
Friday mornings at 10:30 a.m. Meet-up at Dominion Lighthouse Visitor Centre. A weather-
dependent general meet up at this this central location to go out on a group walk. Destination can
be decided weekly. Seeking volunteer weekly leaders to help facilitate; kforrester@prescott.ca
Wellness Walks
Dominion Lighthouse & Visitor Centre, 181 Water Street East
$2 per walk per participant. Join us the last Thursday of the month, for walking + wellness.
Meet at the Dominion Lighthouse Visitor Centre at 4 p.m. on the last Thursday of the month, to
walk for approximately an hour. Please bring a re-usable water bottle and dress comfortably.
Thursday, June 27
Qi Gong (pronounced chee kung) is an ancient Chinese exercise and healing technique that
involves meditation, controlled breathing and movement exercises. Facilitated by Vivian Dickie.
Thursday, July 25
Chakra Walk pairs together the wisdom of chakras and walking wellness. You will receive the
gifts, qualities and lessons of each chakra as you walk, and then take these home with you. You
may notice that opportunities present themselves for you in the dailyness of your life. Out of the
activation from these sacred walks, you will embody and embrace the healthy fullness and balanced
expression of each chakra. Facilitated by Una Rhodes.
Thursday, August 29
Walking Yoga practice along the beautiful St. Lawrence River, anchoring your breath into the flow
of the river. Plant a seed in your heart for serenity and release, and manifest it into something
beautiful amongst the gardens and natural beauty at the Prescott waterfront. Core building, muscle
strengthening and mind relaxing. Bring awareness and mindfulness to your day and to your
breathing with stretching and strengthening poses. Facilitated by Martina Libby. !22Cricut 101
Monday, June 10, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. ter
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$20 per participant Course Code: Cricut101
Personal crafters - gain the confidence to start using your machine. Learn the basics of Design
Space, the web-based program that powers your Cricut Explore One, Cricut Explore, Cricut
Explore Air, Cricut Explore Air 2, or Cricut Maker. This class will cover the difference between
machines, the types of materials you can work with and when is appropriate for each, accessories
available and what you might use them for, and tips for cost savings. The basics of Design Space
will be covered, including navigating the menu bars, uploading images, installing and uploading
fonts, grouping, and welding. Bring your own computer with Design Space installed. Cricut Access
not necessary.
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Wednesday, June 12 from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. Course Code: SILVER1 Onli
$35 per participant. This class focuses on the art of wrapping wire to make rings. We will be using
beads, copper and silver wire, and a few different pliers to create a stunning Bead Wrapped ring
and a slightly more complicated Rose Ring. We use a mandrel to size the rings to fit your finger
perfectly. This is 1.5 hour class is a medium difficulty level. Everyone always leaves with two
beautiful rings! Facility by Abbey, Small Town Silver.
Mother-Daughter Bangle Bracelets
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Wednesday, July 10 from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. Course Code: SILVER2
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$35 per participant. This is a 1.5 hour class that focuses on stamping aluminum disks and
attaching them to an adjustable silver bangle. We get to choose what we stamp and it is an easier
class for children to participate in because of the softer metal. You can choose sayings that
compliment each other like "You are the bacon to my eggs" or you can choose the same saying to
match! Have an idea of what you would like to put on the disks when you come; 1 - 8 words is
best. We will also be attaching charms (there are hundreds to choose from ) and/or beads to the
bangle, to customize it perfectly. Facility by Abbey, Small Town Silver.
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Wednesday, July 24, 6:00 - 9:30 p.m. Regisne!
$70 per participant Course Code: Photography1 Onli
Participants will gather at the Municipal Building (360 Dibble Street West) for a one hour lesson
overview, before embarking on a photography walk along our beautiful waterfront. Please wear
comfortable shoes, and bring your own camera with SD storage. Participants will gather back
together to display their best shots and have them critiqued, with suggestions offered. Watch for
details on our next session, a morning meeting in the fall! Facilitated by Karen Atcheson.
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$20 per participant Course Code: Cricut201
Personal crafters - start trying new projects! This class will cover layering vinyl, prepping for iron-
on projects, creating stencils, connecting to your machine via bluetooth and other iOS devices,
and some of the more advanced features of Design Space, including slicing, attaching, flattening,
and contouring. Bring your own computer with Design Space installed. Cricut Access not
necessary. Applicable if you own a Cricut Explore One, Cricut Explore, Cricut Explore Air, Cricut
Explore Air 2, or Cricut Maker. !23Walker House
Walker House Adult Recreation Centre
623 King Street West
Walker House offers many regular activities including cards, knitting,
a monthly member’s lunch, bunka, Swedish weaving, arts & crafts, painting, pool,
shuffleboard, scrabble, movie nights, exercise classes, yoga, and lots
& lots of chatting over coffee and tea!
Walker House regularly plans bus trips to shop, explore museums &
tourist attractions, attend theatre, special performances, or see new things
...and we are always open to suggestions.
Membership to Walker House is only $15 per year for Prescott residents
with an additional $25 user fee if you live outside our municipality.
Everyone is welcome to participate in a few events to decide if Walker House is a
good fit for them before they join, so why not come down? It’s a wonderful place
to make new friends, learn new skills, and just have fun!
Contact
Susan Vallom
Program Director
Phone
(613) 925-5300
Email
WalkerHouse@prescott.ca
Web
WalkerHousePrescott.com
Facebook
Walker House Adult
Recreation Centre
!24Walker House Day Trips
All of our trips are open to other adults in the community to register –
membership to Walker House Adult Recreation Centre is not required.
June 20 - Island Breakfast We are taking a school bus from Walker House
at 8 a.m. to travel to St Lawrence Park in Brockville and ferry across to Refugee
Island for the annual breakfast fundraiser. $18
July 20 - Anne of Green Gables at the Thousand Islands Playhouse in
Gananoque. We depart Walker House at 12:30 p.m. via school bus for the
matinee performance of this beloved musical. The cost including our centre
orchestra seats is $42.
August 3 - Cirque du Soleil Depart Walker House at 12:30 p.m. and travel
by coach to Gatineau to see the spectacular big top production of Cirque du
Soleil’s “Alegria; in a new light”. We will stop in Nepean for a late lunch with a
choice of Mandarin or other nearby restaurant and then travel to our 4:30 p.m.
show. The price of $124 includes the coach and fantastic, accessible seating.
Lunch will be at your expense.
August 16 - Fibre Fest Save the date for a coach trip from Walker House to
Saint Andre Avellin, QC for the Twist Fibre Festival. Final schedule details are not
available as this goes to print but every spinner, knitter, felter, and rug hooker is
going to want to visit this festival for sure, so get in touch if you want to come
along.
Aug. 28 & 31 - Come From Away both our of coaches to see “Come From
Away” at the National Arts Centre are full - waiting list established.
Stay In-The-Know
The best way to keep informed of upcoming trips is to sign-up for our email
list at walkerhouse@prescott.ca or ‘like and follow’ us on Facebook.
Fall plans include a day in Hudson, QC at Finnegan’s Flea Market and a visit
to Fort Henry for Lumina Borealis, if it returns this winter.
!25South Grenville Pickleball Club
Pickleball is a court sport that combines elements of tennis,
badminton and ping pong. It is a great sport for adults to stay
active and meet others.
We are an adult Pickleball club with over 20 members organized
for fun, fitness and enjoyable exercise.
We play year round. Winter session play is indoors at the South
Grenville District High School gym.
Summer session play is mainly located at the Maynard
community park Pickleball courts. The South Grenville Pickleball
Club is always looking for new venues. Like us on Facebook and
stay tuned!
We're always looking for new members. Pickleball is fun and
easy to learn. Join our club today. We have extra paddles for you
to try out, drop-ins welcome.
South Grenville
Pickleball Club
Phone:
613-925-5538
Email:
sgpickleballclub@gmail.com
Find “South Grenville
Pickleball Club” on Facebook!
!26Prescott Lawn Bowling Club
The Prescott Lawn Bowling Club, established in 1890, has a rich history of lawn
bowling in Prescott. The club is situated at 455 Dibble Street West, and consists
of regulation size greens and a fully functional clubhouse.
New bowlers, visiting bowlers, or passerbys are all welcome to drop in to watch
or try your hand at this fun sport. The scoring is similar to curling, only played
on grass! Our members are happy to explain the rules and show you how to
play. All equipment and coaching is provided. And contrary to popular belief, you
don’t have to wear white!
Weekly - Monday & Wednesday evenings
Arrive 6:15 p.m., games begin 6:30 p.m. sharp.
New bowlers, visiting bowlers, and spectators welcome
Membership
Membership per season (May - October)
$135 - two nights per week, Monday AND Wednesday
$75 - 1 night per week, Monday OR Wednesday
All ages welcome! Come give it a try 3 times for FREE!
All equipment and instruction provided.
Open House
Saturday, June 8
1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Open House - TRY IT! Day
as part of National Bowls Day.
Instruction, games,
refreshments
Free - no registration required,
just drop in!
For more information
prescottlawnbowling@gmail.com
www.prescottlawnbowling.jimdo.com
!27Prescott Tennis Club
About the Club Junior Tennis
The Prescott Tennis Club is a non- Junior tennis aims to introduce youth to
profit organization run by members the "FUN"-damentals of tennis with hopes
and volunteers in cooperation with the of turning them into life-long players.
Town of Prescott. Junior Tennis Clinics are offered each
summer, with month-long sessions running
The Club is home to three recently in both July and August.
resurfaced flood-lit courts located in
beautiful Centennial Park along the Playing tennis can provide youth with the
shores of the St. Lawrence River. opportunity to get active, meet new
friends, and learn a sport that is as much
Prescott Tennis Club offers: social as it is physical.
• Annual Memberships Benefits of Junior Tennis:
• Guest Passes • Fun for all ages and abilities
• Round-Robin & Social Tennis • Non-contact sport with minimal risk
• Junior Tennis Programs of injury
• Offers a range of social, mental and
physical benefits
Registration
Find further information about Each session of 8 one-hour lessons is
programs at the Prescott Tennis Club $40.00, twice a week for four consecutive
and how to register at: weeks.
www.PrescottTennisClub.com
Pat Jones – 613-925-5350
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Indoor Community Centre Movie Nights
Leo Boivin Community Centre
444 Prince Street, Prescott
Please bring a chair or blanket to get comfortable!
7 p.m. Showtime 9:15 P.M. Showtime
Celebrating 10 Years!
Because of Winn Dixie (2005) The Blind Side (2008)
A mischievous little dog befriends a Leigh Anne (Sandra Bullock) and her
lonely young girl abandoned by her husband, Sean (Tim McGraw), take in
mother, who finds herself in a new Friday, June 28 a drifting homeless teen, eventually
town. She names the dog Winn-Dixie, becoming his legal guardians,
who helps her make new friends and transforming both his life and theirs
repair relationships with her family. through football and family.
Celebrating 20 Years!
Doctor Dolittle (1998) Austin Powers:
After a fender bender, Dr. John Dolittle The Spy Who Shagged Me (1999)
(Eddie Murphy) gets back his childhood The British spy must return to 1969, as
ability to converse with animals. But the Friday, July 26 arch-nemesis Dr. Evil has ventured back
gift turns out to be a mixed blessing for to that year and successfully stolen
the doctor, who must rely on the help of Austin's “mojo" with the help of Mini-Me
his furry friends.
Celebrating 30 Years!
Willy Wonka and
When Harry Met Sally (1989)
the Chocolate Factory (1971)
College graduates share a car ride
Gene Wilder, the mysterious owner of
from Chicago to New York, debating if
a fabulous candy factory, offers a tour Friday, August 30 men and women can be only friends.
and a lifetime supply of chocolate to
Ten years later, they meet again and
the finders of five golden tickets
attempt to stay friends without sex
hidden inside Wonka candy bars
becoming an issue between them.
!30Recreation Lending Library
The Town of Prescott is making sporting, recreation and leisure equipment
available for borrow, from the Prescott Centennial Pool building.
Some of the equipment available for free includes:
sport balls; lawn games such as washer toss, horseshoes, bocce ball and disc
golf; baseball gloves, balls, helmets, bases, tennis, pickleball and badminton
rackets, birdies and balls; frisbees and scoop sets; pylons and sport pineys,
adult and youth sit-on kayaks, paddles and personal floatation devices; etc.
In order to rent the equipment, residents must register with the
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billing client, and add children to their account. If you are able, please register
at home in advance of your first visit.
Once this is complete, the resident will be able to use any of the equipment
for the loan period. The time of loan depends on the piece of equipment.
Recreation lending library equipment will be available:
June: 3:30 - 6:30 p.m. weekdays, 1:00 - 6:00 p.m. weekends
July & August: 1:00 - 4:00 pm. weekdays, 1:00 - 6:00 pm. weekends
Participation in this program is free, however if equipment is damaged,
replacement charges will apply.
This is a new program.
If you have a suggestion to expand our library, please let us know!
!31Fort Wellington National Historic Site
First build during the War of 1812 to defend the St. Lawrence River shipping route
from attack by the United States, Fort Wellington also helped thwart another Ameri-
can invasion during the 1837-38 Upper and Lower Canada rebellions. Come explore
the wreck of an 1812-era gunboat, try on a costume and take part in military drill,
witness a cannon firing, savour treats cooked over an open fire, or play games from
long ago.
Cannon Firing Program
Enlist in the Royal Artillery and feel the surge of adrenaline as you fire a 19th century
muzzle loading cannon! Participants can come for a rapid fire blast, or longer immer-
sive training to be a member of the cannon crew. (Participants must be 18+)
Rapid Fire (0.5 hours) . . . $22.00
Cannon Crew (1.5 hours) . . . $73.60
Guided Tours “The River, Rebels and Rifles”
Participants will explore the grounds and buildings
of Fort Wellington with a knowledgeable guide.
Guests will also tour the War of 1812-era gunboat
exhibit. Topics include the military history of the
site and the lives of the people who lived there.
(Includes admission fee)
Adults . . . $7.80
Seniors . . . $7.30
Youth . . . $3.90
May 18 to June 30
Open Thursday to Monday
(Closed Tuesday & Wednesday)
10:00-17:00
July 1 to September 2 Admission to Parks Canada places is
Open daily, including stat holidays FREE to youth 17 and under!
10:00-17:00
General Admission
September 5 to October 14 Adult . . . $3.90
Open Thursday to Monday Senior . . . $3.40
(Closed Tuesday & Wednesday) Youth. . . FREE
10:00-17:00
!32SPECIAL EVENTS 2019
Opening day: War of 1812 Fall Fun at the Fort
Garrison Weekend September 5 to October 14
May 18 –19 Fall for Fort Wellington as
War of 1812-era soldiers are Autumn colours and tranquil
returning to set up camp and days close our 2019 season.
guard the St. Lawrence River. Leisurely explore all corners of the site and take
Be the first to visit for the 2019 advantage during it’s quieter times with a self guided
season, watch demonstrations, visit.
and maybe even get recruited!
St. Lawrence Valley Car
Club Show
July 7, 10:00-15:00
Annual car show on the
grounds of For Wellington.
Come see some unique and
vintage
vehicles!
Canada Day
July 1, 11:00-16:00
Discover and celebrate Canada
Day at Fort Wellington with a
traditional cannon firing and History comes alive at Fort Wellington!
loads of family fun. Join in Every day is hands on history at the fort! During your
children’s activities, historic self-guided visit in July and August you will discover
demonstrations and enjoy the daily life of this British military fortification and ex-
refreshments. perience a
variety of activities including; crafts, dress up, rifle
demonstrations and soldiers performing military drill
manoeuvers.
Historic Places Day
July 6, 11:00-16:00 Fridays the Fort gets culinary-campfire style! Come and
Guided tours offered at 11am taste test heritage recipes and try your hand at cam-
and 2pm, noon time cannon paign cooking.
firing, heritage cooking Saturdays are for the Royal Artillery. Get hands on
demonstrations, as well as training loading Fort Wellington’s cannons and experi-
crafts and games throughout ence the blast of the noon gun!
the day!
Saturday afternoon you can reserve a spot to get
dressed up as a Royal Artilleryman and feel the rush of
adrenaline as you fire the gun yourself!
14:00, 14:30, 15:00, 15:30
$22.00 per participant. (Must be 18+)
!33Community Services
Prescott Volunteer Fire Department
The Prescott Fire Service is compiled of volunteer professional
Office:
firefighters. The department is led by Fire Chief Barry Moorhouse.
613-925-2206
In addition to firefighting and life-saving services, the department
fireadmin@prescott.ca
emphasizes fire prevention, providing fire inspections, and fire
education programs throughout the community.
Safety Tips on Summer Outdoor Entertaining
Commotion & Distractions Outdoor Candles, Torches & Propane Heaters
Summer is a great time for family get-togethers; • Adults should monitor candles, bamboo wax
however, there will be lots of commotion and torches, citronella torches, heaters, and
distractions, and no host can possibly monitor all barbecues at all times.
hazards at all times. Ask some of your adult guests • Prior to lighting bamboo wax torches, ensure
if they’ll assist you in monitoring certain hazards that the bamboo pole is securely supported in
such as guests’ smoking and proper disposal of an upright position on a flat, non-combustible
smokers’ materials, enforcing a kids-free zone and heat resistant surface such as a clear area
around candles, torches, heaters and barbecues, of soil or bucket of sand.
and safe lighter and match storage, etc. • Maintain a minimum safety clearance of twice
the torch’s length from combustible materials
Barbecues & Children such as wood fencing, wood decking, mulch,
• Ensure the barbecue is in the care of a grass, branches and other vegetation. For
responsible adult at all times. example, a 1 metre (3 feet) torch requires a 2
• Establish a 1 metre (3 feet) safety zone around metre (6 feet) safety clearance zone from
the barbecue – NO KIDS AND NO PETS anything that can burn.
ALLOWED. • Prior to lighting, trim the candle wicks to a
• Never leave a lit barbecue unattended. length of 5 to 7 millimetres (¼ inch) to prevent
• Never leave unsupervised children near a high flames.
barbecue. • Keep burning torches/candles out of the reach of
• Don’t wear loose clothing that may come into children and pets.
contact with the grill and catch fire. Use long- • Never leave burning torches or candles
handled barbecue tools and flame resistant unattended.
oven mitts. • Keep adequate extinguishing agent nearby, such
• Secure or remove your barbecue lighter. Keep as a fire extinguisher, pail of water or garden
matches and lighters out of kids’ reach. hose connected to a water supply for emergency
purposes.
• Extinguish candles, torches and outdoor heaters
before leaving the area or going to bed.
Fires & Open Burning
Within the Town of Prescott, only small confined fires in approved containers, which are used for the
purpose of cooking or the immediate enjoyment of heat are permitted as per By-Law No. 11-2008.
Please review the Open Air Burning By-law for approved containers and what the minimum required
fire safe placement of the container is before lighting up!
http://www.prescott.ca/en/our-town-hall/resources/Documents/11-2008-002-open-air-burning.pdf
Complaints received by the Fire Department will result in the property owners being asked to
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extinguish the fire. While you enjoy your outdoor fire, please use it with care and consideration for
your neighbours.Library Prescott Public Library
Membership Story-time & Activities
FREE program for kids and their parents,
These services are grandparents and caregivers. Visit the library
free to residents for story-time and activities. Share the joy of
of Prescott. reading and spark your child's curiosity with books.
Non-residents pay Preschool Age Ages 6-9
a yearly Fri. 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Tues. 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
membership: July 12, 19, 26 July 9, 16, 23, 30
$30.00 per family, August 2, 9, 16 August 6, 13
$22.50 per single
$15.00 per student
Museum Passes
Available for check-out with library membership
Hours of Operation
(613) 925 4340
• Science & Technology Museum Monday: 1:00 pm - 8 pm
• Aquatarium Tuesday: 1:00 pm - 8 pm
Wednesday: 1:00 pm - 8 pm
• Nature Museum
Thursday: 1:00 pm - 8 pm
• National Gallery of Canada Friday: 1:00 pm - 5 pm
• Canada Aviation & Space Museum Saturday: 10:00 am - 2 pm
CLOSED in July & Aug.
• Canada Agriculture & Food Museum Sunday: CLOSED
• Canadian Museum of History
• Canadian War Museum
• Ottawa Museum Network:
M.A.P. SACKS
o Cumberland Heritage Village Museum Themed backpacks with activities designed to
o Vanier Museopark encourage “Movement and Play”
o Bytown Museum Available for free checkout from the library.
o Billings Estate National Historic Site
Themed backpacks rotate
o Osgoode Township Museum
regularly throughout Leeds
o Watson’s Mill and Grenville. Example
o Nepean Museum contents include: trail
o Goulbourn Museum maps, conservation area
passes, gadgets and fun
o Fairfields Heritage House
outdoor activities.
o Pinhey’s Point Historic Site
o Diefenbunker: Canada’s Cold War Museum
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