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2015 winter
Recreation guide
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Mayor’s message
On behalf of the Town of Paradise, I’m happy to present the 2015 Winter Recreation Guide
highlighting this year’s planned activities for Paradise. Our community is definitely an active
one. Recreation is a great way to stay healthy and active, and a fun way to connect with
other people. As a young community that values events and activities; Paradise has a host
of recreational opportunities for residents to enjoy. The town is pleased to announce that
the community sliding hill will be in place for the 2015 Winter! This is a great opportunity for people of all ages to participate in recreation during the
winter months. The Paradise Double Ice Complex officially opened its doors on November
2nd with a community skate in which hundreds of residents had the opportunity to tour the
facility. The Grand Opening took place on Friday, November 28 in which there was a variety
of entertainment and a showcase of the arena user groups.
I invite everyone to use this guide not only to find activities that interest you and your family,
but also as a way to make the most of what Paradise has to offer by getting involved in your
community.
I encourage you to stay informed about what is happening in the Town of Paradise by
checking out our website at townofparadise.ca as well as following us on Twitter @
townofparadise.
This Winter, treat yourself to an active and healthy lifestyle!
Dan Bobbett
Mayor
Chairperson’s message
On behalf of my colleagues on Council it gives me great pleasure in taking this opportunity
to thank all residents for coming out this past year to take in all the events and programs
that the Town of Paradise offered. With the Christmas Season coming to a conclusion,
parents take this time to plan their Childs extracurricular activities. Please keep this
Recreation Guide at your fingertips as the town has a number of opportunities that may be
of interest to you!
There are a wide variety of programs & events that will appeal to all ages, everything from
fitness programs, youth programs to special events like “Snow & Ice in Paradise”- something
for everyone! The new Paradise Double Ice Complex is a welcome addition to the Town’s
Recreation Infrastructure and will provide a full schedule of public, family, adult, parentn-tot and recreational skating. The arena will provide a variety of opportunities for the
community to utilize the facility and will host the Avalon Sled Dogs, Easter Seals and the Tom
Cats Women’s Hockey League. Pick up a copy of the 2015 Winter Recreation Guide and see
for yourself! Come out, participate and enjoy the many activities planned.
As the Chair of the Recreation Committee, I would like to extend a sincere thank you to
all our Committee Members, Volunteers, Staff and Sponsors for all their assistance and
support in coordinating and organizing all programs and events in Paradise.
Thank You
Vince Burton
Councillor
Chairperson of the Recreation & Leisure Services Committee
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Town of Paradise
28 McNamara Drive, Paradise, NL A1L 0A6
782-1400, [email protected]
Rotary Paradise Youth
and Community Centre
Special events
04
Active living
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Youth activities
08
68 McNamara Drive, Paradise, NL A1L 0A6
782-6290, [email protected]
Town Hall
Administration782-1400
Corporate Services782-1400
Planning & Protective Services 782-3802
Engineering & Public Works 782-3568/3567
Building Inspection782-1598
Municipal Enforcement782-1362
Schools
Elizabeth Park Elementary782-8488
Paradise Elementary782-3000
Holy Family Elementary781-1440
Recreation & Leisure Services
Conrad Freake, 782-3139
[email protected]
Director of Recreation & Leisure Services
Natasha Hann, 782-3808
[email protected]
Manager of Recreation & Leisure Services
Child & Family services 14
Jennifer Janes, 782-3900
[email protected]
Facilities Manager (Arena)
Doug Shallow, 782-3580
[email protected]
Coordinator of Recreation Development
Gerard Farrell, 782-1400
[email protected]
Recreation Facilities Maintenance
Pat Silver, 782-3570
[email protected]
Recreation Technician, Special Events
Clinton Edwards, 782-3515
[email protected]
Recreation Technician, Fitness Programs
parks and facilities
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community living
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Melissa McDonald, 782-3516
[email protected]
Recreation Technician, Child & Family Services
Mel Walsh, 782-3518
[email protected]
Recreation Technician, Youth Programs
Angelina Richards, 782-6290
[email protected]
Receptionist
Kate Spracklin, 782-6290
[email protected]
Receptionist
(L-R): Councillor Martin, Councillor Willis, Councillor Quilty, Mayor Bobbett, Councillor Laurie, Councillor Burton and Deputy Mayor Dinn
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Special events
Paradise Bowl
sunday, March 15
Adventure 50 Plus- 28th Anniversary
Dinner and Dance
On March 15th, stop on down to Paradise Bowl (Kenmount Rd.
extension) to take part in the St. Patrick’s Day Bowling. You’ll have
the luck of the Irish while bowling strikes. All participants are
encouraged to wear green. NO COST TO ATTEND.
The 28th Anniversary Dinner & Dance takes place at the RPYCC on
January 17th. This dinner is attended by Council, MHA’s, and other
50+ clubs around the Avalon. All information about the club can be
obtained from Maxine Earle at 782-8705.
There will be two time sessions for all ages:
6:00pm-7:00pm
7:00pm-8:00pm
Persons interested in joining must be 50 years of age (when couples
are involved only one person has to be 50+ and both can join).
Membership Fee is $10.00 for each person, $5 of which is forwarded
to the Provincial organization to register you as a member of
Newfoundland and Labrador Pensioners and Senior Citizens/ 50 Plus
Federation.
There will be prizes for the most spirited person as well as random
draw prizes. Participants are encouraged to bring a non-perishable
food item. If you enroll a team, the team with the most food
donations/monetary donations will win prizes. We encourage
businesses and all residents to get involved.
MUNICIPAL AWARDS 2015
CATEGORIES
1. Junior Male Athlete of the Year (18 years and under) (NEW
CATEGORY)
2. Junior Female Athlete of the Year (18 years and under) (NEW
CATEGORY)
3. Male Athlete of the Year (19+)
4. Female Athlete of the Year (19+)
5. Coach of the Year 6. Youth of the Year (18 years and under)
7. Volunteer of the Year 8. Volunteer Group of the Year 9. Citizen of the Year
All items and money collected will be given to the
Paradise/CBS Food Bank.
If you require additional information please call the Department
of Recreation & Leisure Services at 782-6290 or email
[email protected].
• All Nominees must be current residents (groups) of the Town of
Paradise and have been so for six (6) months prior to the deadline
for nomination.
• The official Nomination Form must be completed and signed
by both the Nominator and Seconder, neither of which may be
immediate members of the Nominee’s family. Separate Nominating
Forms and nominators are required if an individual is to be
nominated for more than one award.
• The deadline for completed Nomination Forms is 12:00 noon
Tuesday, April 1, 2015. Mailed Nominations must be postmarked by
Monday, March 31, 2015.
• Information contained on the Nomination Form and attached sheets
will be the basis of the Awards Selection Committee’s decision. All
decisions of the Awards Selection Committee are final. Members of
the immediate family of the Awards Selection Committee will not be
eligible for awards.
• Residents of Paradise taking part in relevant activities outside the
Town of Paradise are considered eligible for awards. Volunteer,
Youth and Citizen of the Year will be predominately Town activities.
• Final decision will take into account the calibre of activities (re:
National, Provincial, Regional and local).
• All awards will be presented at the Municipal Awards Banquet held
at the Rotary Paradise Youth & Community Centre Tuesday, April 14,
2015 during Volunteer Week.
If you have any question please call the Recreation Department at
782-3570 or email [email protected].
Brunch Easter Bunny!
with
the
Saturday, April 4
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at RPYCC (68 McNamara Dr.)
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event
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snap a picture with the Easter Bunny.
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Cost: $5/adult and $3/child
family
Time: 10:00am-12:00pm
If you have any questions about this event please call the
Department of Recreation and Leisure Services 782-3570.
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Snow & Ice Buttons
will be available for $2.00.
These buttons will give
you chances to
Special events
win prizes
throughout the event
This year’s
Snow and Ice
in Paradise
will be bigger and
better than ever
with winter fun
inside and outside.
February
13-22
Events that can be expected:
• Pre-teen Dance
• Paradise Scouting event
• Spirit of Newfoundland show
• Youth Ball Hockey/Adult ball hockey
• Youth Soccer
• Youth Table Tennis/ Adult Table Tennis
• Annual Pancake Breakfast
• Bowling at Paradise Bowl
• 50+ Valentine’s Day Dance
• Rotary Valentine’s Day Dinner Fundraiser
• Annual Texas Holdem Poker Tournament
• Youth Centre/Skate Park Events
• Goods Bingo
• Retirement Centre Visits
• Local Elementary School Visits
• Skating events in the Double Ice Complex
• Annual Fireworks
We want to continue bringing a fantastic
Winter Carnival for all ages and make this
even larger than last year! If you would
like to know more about Snow & Ice in
Paradise please call the Department of
Recreation & Leisure Services at 782-3570
or email [email protected].
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active living
Town of Paradise fitness centre
Sponsored by Body Quest Health & Wellness Centre
The fitness centre is conveniently located and has all the amenities needed to get a great
workout. We offer five different payment plans, with various times for fitness centre accessibility:
Gold, Silver, Bronze, Weekly and Drop In.
On November 12th the Town opened the doors to our brand new state-of-the-art
Fitness Center sponsored by the Body Quest Health and Wellness Centre. Some of
our new equipment include:
• 6 Woodway treadmills • 3 Cybex arc trainers
• Octane lateral x
• Jacobs ladder
Various strength and conditioning equipment with great views of both ice surface
B and Octagon Pond. The Town of Paradise Fitness Centre sponsored by Body
Quest Health & Wellness Centre is the place to be for all your fitness needs.
Platinum
Membership
Mon-Fri
6:00am-11:00pm
Sat- Sun
8:00am-11:00pm
Gold Membership
Mon-Fri
6:00am—11:00pm
Silver Membership
Mon-Fri
6:00am-6:00pm
Bronze Membership Drop In Fee (per day)
Mon-Fri
Mon-Fri
6:00am—3:00pm
6:00am—11:00pm
Sat-Sun
8:00am—11:00pm
Sat-Sun
8:00am-11:00pm
Sat-Sun
8:00am—11:00pm
Sat-Sun
8:00am—11:00pm
Adult
$400.00
*Includes access to all
fitness programs and
classes
1 Month $42.00
3 Months $110.00
6 Months $200.00
1 Year $325.00
1 Month $30.00
3 Months $80.00
6 Months $150.00
1 Year $250.00
$25.00
$5.00
Weekly $15.00
Bi-Weekly $25.00
50+
$400.00
1 Month $33.00
3 Months $80.00
6 Months $135.00
1 Year $240.00
1 Month $25.00
3 Months $60.00
6 Months $100.00
1 Year $180.00
$15.00
$4.00
$10.00
Student
(18+)
$400.00
1 Month $30.00
3 Months $75.00
6 Months $130.00
1 Year $240.00
$15.00
$4.00
$10.00
Youth
(15-18)
$400.00
1 Month $25.00
3 Months $55.00
6 Months $100.00
1 Year $180.00
$15.00
$3.00
$10.00
$50.00
$10.00
Family
(3+)
1 Month $90.00
3 Months $240.00
6 Months $425.00
1 Year $700.00
1 Month $75.00
3 Months $200.00
6 Months $350.00
1 Year $575.00
(Sold on 1 Month Basis
ONLY)
Weekly
Memberships
Mon-Fri
6:00am—11:00pm
Sat-Sun
8:00am—11:00pm
Registration for All Fitness Programs: January 5th, 2015. Classes Starting: January 12th, 2015. Drop in’s available when space allows. All Programs
will be 10 weeks. For more information please contact the Department of Recreation and Leisure Services at 782-6290 or [email protected].
50+ High/Low Aerobics
Come out and have some fun and get fit
physically and mentally with exercises that will
enhance the way you function in your daily
activities.
Mondays/Wednesdays: 9:30am, $80.00
Drop in $5.00
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Pilates
Yoga-Flow Plus
Pilates will develop core strength and stability,
which is the foundation for a strong body,
and long, lean muscle tone; as well as aiding
to prevent injuries, build self-confidence and
heighten body awareness for your daily lives.
Pilates based exercises with yoga flow
stretching. Want a stronger core and to tighten
your tummy? Yoga-lates exercises can offer
balance and help build muscular strength and
endurance where you need it the most.
Mondays: 5:30pm, $40.00, Drop in $5.00
(Level II)
Wednesdays 7:45, $40.00, Drop in $5.00
Tuesday: 5:30pm, $40.00, Drop in $5.00
Thursdays: 5:30pm, $40.00, Drop in $5.00
active living
Zumba Sentao
Zumba Sentao® combines strength and
resistance training with innovative dance
moves, using a chair as your dance partner.
The workout focuses on defining your muscles,
improving overall cardiovascular health and
burning major calories in the process.
Mondays 6:30pm
Wednesdays 6:45pm, $100.00
Drop In $6.00
Zumba fitness
Zumba Fitness is a very unique dance fitness
program that takes its inspiration from Latin
and International rhythms. Created more than
10 years ago by Colombian Fitness Instructor
and choreographer Alberto “Beto”Perez,
Zumba Fitness has become the world’s largest
and most successful dance fitness craze.
With over 14 million people around the
world taking part in this fitness party every
week in more than 150 countries. Zumba
Fitness is designed to be easy to follow, for all
fitness levels and does not require any dance
experience. Zumba Fitness is a great way to
exercise, increase your cardiovascular fitness,
sculpt your body, burn calories and have lots
of fun in every class.
Tuesday and Thursday: 7:00pm, $100.00
Drop in 6.00
Yoga Flow
Stay limber longer! As time goes on, we
tend to become more inflexible, eventually
leading to many restrictions in our daily lives/
sports. This class focuses on maintaining and
improving flexibility and stretching through
a series of yoga exercise movements. These
yoga flow exercises are presented from a
beginner to an advanced level.
Mondays: 6:00pm, $40.00, Drop in $5.00
Wednesday: 6:00pm, $40.00, Drop in $5.00
Relaxation Lunch Time Yoga
Brighten your mid-day with serenity. Take
a break from your computer and the hectic
office.Recharge your batteries through 40 min
of gentle stretching with Yoga.
Wednesdays: 12:30pm, $40.00, Drop in $5.00
NEW
Fitness
StuDio
Spin Class
Spin Class is an effective workout that allows
you to train in the offseason or for healthy
living through varied routines to keep things
fresh. It’s a great workout for all ability levels
and is sure to burn calories.
Monday: 7:00pm
Tuesday 12:30pm
Wednesday 7:00pm
Thursday 12:30pm
Friday 6:15am
Cost: $70.00 for One (1) 10 week time slot.
Drop In: $8.00 (Only when available)
(Maximum of 3 time slots per person)
Circuit Training
If you’re looking for a high intensity workout,
look no further. Circuit Training is a high pace
cardio, core, and strength training workout.
Lose Datt 2014
We are pleased to offer
our Lose Datt program
again this year. More
details will come
available as we get
closer to the start date.
Program Starts:
January 12th, 2015
Cost: $20.00 per person
For more information please contact
the Department of Recreation and
Leisure Services at 782-6290 or email at
[email protected].
Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursdays: 6:00pm,
$125.00, Drop in $6.00
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youth activities
Youth in the Kitchen
Juniors
NEW
This New program is offered for youth ages
7-11, who have a flare for cooking and baking.
Starting January 27th all Junior Chef’s are
welcome to come try some fun recipes and
creative desserts. The program is a drop-in
program at $2 per class and is offered the last
Tuesday of every month from 3:30-5:00pm.
Youth Art Attack
NEW
If you have a creative side and
want to try some DIY projects to
decorate your space, learn to mold clay or
make your very own canvas art; come join us
every Wednesday where you can try it all. The
8 week program is $12.00 and starts January
14th from 6:00-7:00pm, ages 13-18, limited
spaces available.
Youth Dance
NEW
Learn hip hop or modern dance
with our experienced instructor. If
you are a beginner or a pro this class is open
to all youth ages 12-18 who want a fun way to
stay fit or try something new. The cost of this
8 week drop-in program is $2 per class and
starts Tuesday, January 13th from 7:30-8:30.
Youth Jam
NEW
Youth ages 12-18 who want to
learn to sing, play guitar or even
percussion can come jam with the instructors
from Frequency Music Studios. This program
will teach you all you need to know to start
your rock band. The program starts Monday,
January 12th from 6:00pm-9:00 pm at a dropin cost of $2.
Avalon Dragons
Youth Team
NEW
This summer for the Town of Paradise
Sunsplash Paddle in Paradise event, we
are entering a Youth Dragon Boat team.
If you are interested in trying something
new and exciting and want to add some
friendly competition to your summer, this is
the perfect opportunity for you. We will be
starting to build our team this winter.
Youth in the Kitchen
Age: 12-18
Cost: $2.00 per class (Drop in)
Time: 5:00 - 6:30 pm
Date: Last Tuesday of every month
(Starts January 27, 2015)
Youth Recreational
Co-Ed Dodge Ball
Age: 12-18
Cost: Free
Time: 9:00 - 11:00 pm
Date: Fridays
Spa Days
Age: Cost: Time: Date: 12-16 (Young Women)
$2.00 per drop in session
6:00 - 8:00 pm
Thursdays for 12 weeks
(Starts January 15, 2015)
Climbing Wall
The Town of Paradise has a 24 foot indoor rock
wall for youth ages 7-18 to use 7 days a week.
This is a fun way to challenge yourself in a
safe, controlled environment.
Open Gym/ Sports Leagues
Age: 7-18
Cost: Free
Time: 5:30 - 6:30 pm
Date: Monday - Thursday
Youth can join anytime and work on their
sports skills and participate in scrimmage
games like basketball, soccer, ball hockey and
more.
Youth Monthly Calendar
Check out our Monthly calendar for all youth
programs and special monthly events such
as movie nights, dodge ball tournaments,
outdoor winter events and more. The calendar
will be available on the Town of Paradise
website or at the Rotary Paradise Youth and
Community Centre.
Please contact the
Department of Recreation and Leisure Services
for more information at 782-6290
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Youth Outdoor
Adventure Race
The Town is challenging our local high schools
to build a team and join our Youth Outdoor
Adventure Race for some exciting and friendly
competition amongst each high school. Teams
will take part in an adventure relay race that
will include skiing, snowshoeing and other
team challenges. The event will take place in
March with the date to be announced in the
New Year.
Youth Ski and Snowshoe
Age:
Cost:
Time:
Date:
12-18
$15 per 6 weeks or $2.00 per drop in
To be announced
Every Saturday
(Starts in February)
Our ski and snowshoe program is the perfect
opportunity to have some fun, wheather
you’re a beginner or a pro, our instructor will
teach you all you need to know and show you
around the great trails in Paradise.
Youth Advisory Committee
The Town of Paradise’s Youth Advisory
Committee is for youth who want to be
involved in planning activities and being
a voice for their fellow youth. This winter
we are looking to recruit more energetic
and committed youth to be a part of our
committee.
RONA Sk8 Park
Come visit us at the RONA Sk8 Park where you
can stay warm and still enjoy skateboarding
or scootering 7 days a week. Check the Town
of Paradise website for details about our
upcoming Sk8 Park renovations.
Ches Penney Youth Centre
The Ches Penney Youth centre is a place for
youth ages 7-18 to come hang out with their
friends, climb our indoor rock wall, and play
some pool, video games and more.
January 2015
sunday
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
RPYCC and Arena T own Hall, Arena
Closed
and RPYCC
Closed for New
Years Day
DEC 31
4
•Fitness Class
Registration
begins
•Arts & Crafts
and Parent &
Tot Programs
start
5
•Brighter Futures
Program starts
•Bricks for Kids
starts
•Public Council
Meeting
6
•Lose Datt starts •Youth Dance
•Adult Walking
Program starts
starts
•Youth Jam starts
11
12
13
1
2
3
•Youth Dodgeball
Program starts
7
8
9
10
28th Anniversary
Seniors Dinner
and Dance
•Youth Art Attack •Spa Days
Program starts
Program starts
14
15
16
17
21
22
23
24
28
29
30
31
•Shuffleboard
Program starts
•Public Council
Meeting
18
19
20
•Youth in the
Kitchen Juniors
•Youth in the
Kitchen
25
26
27
Fitness Activities at a Glance
Mondays
9:30 am
50+ High/Low Aerobics
12:30-1:30pm
Adult Walking
5:30pm
Pilates
6:00pm
Yoga Flow
6:30pm
Zumba Sentao
7:00pm
Spin Class
Tuesdays
12:30pm
Spin Class
7:00pm
Zumba Fitness
5:30pm
Yoga Flow Plus
6:00pm
Circuit Training
Wednesdays
9:30 am
50+ High/Low Aerobics
12:30-1:30pm
Relaxation Lunch Time Yoga
12:30-1:30
Adult Walking
6:00 pm
Yoga Flow
6:00pm
7:00pm
Circuit Training
Spin Class
6:45pm
745pm
Zumba Sentao
Pilates
Thursdays
12:30 pm
Spin Class
5:30pm
Yoga Flow Plus
6:00pm
Circuit Training
7:00pm
Zumba Fitness
Fridays
6:15 am
Spin Class
12:30-1:30pm
Adult Walking
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february 2015
sunday
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
•Public Council
Meeting
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
9
10
11
12
13
18
19
20
21
2
26
27
28
•Registration
for Camp
Sqigadoodle
starts
8
15
16
•Public Council
Meeting
17
14
Valentines Day
•Youth in the
Kitchen Juniors
•Youth in the
Kitchen
22
23
24
Programs at a Glance
Mondays
9:45am-10:15am
Arts and Crafts
10:30am- 12:00pm
Parent and Tot Program
Tuesdays
1:00pm-2:00pm
Brighter Futures Program
*Youth in the Kitchen (last
Tuesday of every month)
Wednesdays
10:30am- 12:00pm
Parent and Tot Program
Youth Art Attack: Wednesdays, 6:00-7:00 pm, Ages 13-18
Youth Dance: Tuesdays, 7:30-8:30 pm, Ages 12-18
Youth Jam: Mondays, 6:00-9:00 pm, Ages 12-18
Spa Days: Thursdays, 6:00-8:00 pm, Ages 12-16 (Young Women)
After School Program: Monday - Friday, 2:30 - 5:30 pm (Registration is currently full)
50+ Shuffleboard: Tuesdays, 1:00-3:00 pm
Public Council Meetings: Every Second Tuesday each Month, 8:00 pm
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Thursdays
1:00pm-2:00pm
Brighter Futures Program
6:oopm-8:00pm
Spa Days
Fridays
9:45-10:15
Arts and Crafts
10:30am- 12:00pm
Parent and Tot Program
9:00pm-11:00pm
Free Dodgeball
march 2015
sunday
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
•Public Council
Meeting
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
17
18
19
20
21
24
2
26
27
28
•Public Council
Meeting
Paradise Bowl
15
16
22
23
St. Patrick’s
Day
•Youth in the
Kitchen Juniors
•Youth in the
Kitchen
29
30
31
Fitness Activities at a Glance
Mondays
9:30 am
50+ High/Low Aerobics
12:30-1:30pm
Adult Walking
5:30pm
Pilates
6:00pm
Yoga Flow
6:30pm
Zumba Sentao
7:00pm
Spin Class
Tuesdays
12:30pm
Spin Class
7:00pm
Zumba Fitness
5:30pm
Yoga Flow Plus
6:00pm
Circuit Training
Wednesdays
9:30 am
50+ High/Low Aerobics
12:30-1:30pm
Relaxation Lunch Time Yoga
12:30-1:30
Adult Walking
6:00 pm
Yoga Flow
6:00pm
7:00pm
Circuit Training
Spin Class
6:45pm
745pm
Zumba Sentao
Pilates
Thursdays
12:30 pm
Spin Class
5:30pm
Yoga Flow Plus
6:00pm
Circuit Training
7:00pm
Zumba Fitness
Fridays
6:15 am
Spin Class
12:30-1:30pm
Adult Walking
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april 2015
sunday
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
1
2
friday
saturday
Closed for Good
Friday
•Brunch with the
Easter Bunny
3
4
Good Friday
CAMP SQUIGADOODLE
Easter Sunday
5
6
•Public Council
Meeting
7
8
9
10
11
•Municipal Awards
VOLUNTEER WEEK
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
22
23
24
25
29
30
•Public Council
Meeting
19
20
21
•Youth in the
Kitchen Juniors
•Youth in the
Kitchen
26
27
28
Programs at a Glance
Mondays
9:45am-10:15am
Arts and Crafts
10:30am- 12:00pm
Parent and Tot Program
Tuesdays
1:00pm-2:00pm
Brighter Futures Program
*Youth in the Kitchen (last
Tuesday of every month)
Wednesdays
10:30am- 12:00pm
Parent and Tot Program
Youth Art Attack: Wednesdays, 6:00-7:00 pm, Ages 13-18
Youth Dance: Tuesdays, 7:30-8:30 pm, Ages 12-18
Youth Jam: Mondays, 6:00-9:00 pm, Ages 12-18
Spa Days: Thursdays, 6:00-8:00 pm, Ages 12-16 (Young Women)
After School Program: Monday - Friday, 2:30 - 5:30 pm (Registration is currently full)
50+ Shuffleboard: Tuesdays, 1:00-3:00 pm
Public Council Meetings: Every Second Tuesday each Month, 8:00 pm
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Thursdays
1:00pm-2:00pm
Brighter Futures Program
6:oopm-8:00pm
Spa Days
Fridays
9:45-10:15
Arts and Crafts
10:30am- 12:00pm
Parent and Tot Program
9:00pm-11:00pm
Free Dodgeball
Youth Program
Rates and Fees
The Rotary Paradise Youth and Community
Centre offers a variety of programs and special
events for youth ages 7-18 at a low cost.
youth activities
RONA SK8 Park/Ches Penney Youth Centre
$5/month, $25/year
Youth Program Pass
For $20 this pass will allow youth access to all
programs and events that take place during
each season’s activities. If youth opt not to
purchase the pass, they may still pay a drop in
fee and attend special events and programs.
Sk8 Park & Youth Centre Hours of Operation
Day
Time
Ages
Monday
3:00PM-6:00PM Ages 7-12
6:00PM-9:00PM Ages 13-18
Tuesday
3:00PM-6:00PM
6:00PM-9:00PM
Ages 7-12
Ages 13-18
Wednesday 3:00PM-6:00PM
6:00PM-9:00PM
Ages 7-12
Ages 13-18
Thursday
3:00PM-6:00PM
6:00PM-9:00PM
Ages 7-12
Ages 13-18
Friday
3:00PM-5:15PM
5:15PM-7:30PM
7:30-10:00PM
2:00PM-4:45PM
4:45PM-7:30PM
7:30-10:00PM
1:00PM-3:45PM
3:45PM-6:30PM
6:30PM-9:00PM
Ages 7-9
Ages 10-12
Ages 13-18
Ages 7-9
Ages 10-12
Ages 13-18
Ages 7-9
Ages 10-12
Ages 13-18
Saturday
Sunday
Canadian Tire
Jumpstart
Program
The Canadian Tire Jumpstart Program is a
program that allows youth to participate in
sport and recreation in their community
without having to worry about any
financial constraints. This program places
emphasis on children and youth who are
inactive with the goal to assist them to
take the necessary steps to make healthier
lifestyle changes.
• Grants
will not exceed a maximum of
$300 per application.
•R
ecipients must between 4 to 18 years
of age.
For application info for Paradise
please contact:
Manager of Recreation & Leisure Services
Natasha Hann
e: [email protected]
t: 782-3808
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Child & Family services
Arts, Crafts and More!
Age: Toddlers/Pre-schoolers
(with assistance from parents/
guardians)
Cost: Free
Time: 9:45 - 10:15 am
Date: Mondays and Fridays
(Starting January 5, 2015)
Our crafts vary from structured to letting
the children use their imagination.
Parent & Tot Program
Age: Cost: Time: Date: New borns up to 5 years
Free
10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays
(Starting January 5, 2015)
Brighter Futures
Brighter Futures (a parent-tot program),
in partnership with the Town of Paradise,
is offering a drop in playgroup/physical
activity program. Brighter Futures runs
their program for parents/caregivers with
children up to the age of six, who can get
physical together at the Rotary Paradise
Youth & Community Centre. This program
runs Tuesday and Thursday afternoons
1:00pm – 2:00pm, and will resume January
6th, 2015. This program is free of charge.
Please call Veronica at Brighter Futures
739-8096 for more information.
The Towns Parent & Tot program is a
recreation/physical activity program for
children and their parents/guardians.
These sessions offer a great opportunity
for your child to burn off some energy in a
safe environment with other children.
After School Program
(ASP)
The ASP is designed to provide a fun and
safe environment for children to play,
learn and grow. The program is split in
two hours of activity time: one hour
in the gymnasium and one hour in a
multipurpose room. Our program includes
a variety of activities such as: arts & crafts,
free play, staff led games, homework time,
theme days and board games just to name
a few. We are offering early drop-off (2:30)
and late pick-up (5:30)! Total program cost
is $600 for September 2014 – June 2015.
Although our registration is currently full,
please check the spring/summer brochure
(2015) for next September’s registration
dates!
Camp Squigadoodle (Easter Camp)
The Department of Recreation and Leisure Services are back for another week, filled with
fun! Our camp will run from April 6th – 10th, 2015. We will offer spaces for children from
Kdg. – Grade 6 with 2 theme days and 3 outings! Registration will run February 9th – March
6th, or until the camp reaches capacity. You can register IN PERSON ONLY, daily from 8:00am –
8:00pm, at the Reception desk in the Double Ice Complex. The total cost is $120 for one child,
every other child in the same family will be $95. You may only register one family, (i.e. you
cannot register your children and your neighbor’s children). We accept payments in the form
of cash, debit or cheque.
Please contact the
Department of Recreation and Leisure Services
for more information at 782-6290
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Child & Family services
50+ Adventure Club
The 50+ Adventure Club have a membership
of 185 pensioners and 50+ citizens from
Paradise and other surrounding communities.
Approximately 75% of the club memberships are
active on a regular basis. Membership continues
to increase monthly. During our weekly
meetings we provide the following activities:
Darts, Line Dancing, Bowling, Exercise Classes,
Cards, Bingo, etc.
There is a monthly social, which consists of a hot
dinner, cards and bingo followed by dancing to
a live-band. We have at least one lobster boil
and two barbecues per year. We also try to visit
other clubs when it is convenient for them and
we do have the occasional visit from neighboring
clubs, outings to other communities as weather
permits. Our activities, socials and outings are
open to all members.
Adult Walking Times
Free walking times are available for adults to
walk in the gym during the blustery winter
months at the RPYCC. Monday, Wednesday &
Friday from 12:30-1:30pm resuming January
5th, 2015.
and demonstrations of this exciting game.
Our brand-new, free of charge, program will
run for 6 weeks on Tuesdays from 1:00pm –
3:00pm, beginning January 27th, 2015. For
more information, please contact Melissa at
782-3516.
Shuffleboard
50+ Computer Classes
NEW
The Department of Recreation
and Leisure Services are pleased to
announce that this January we will be rolling
out our new 50+ Shuffleboard Program. Our
kick-off will be January 20th from 1:00pm
– 2:30pm. We will offer snacks, beverages
The Department of Recreation and Leisure
Services are offering a beginner’s course to
computers. This will cover topics such as
social media, navigating the internet and
basic use of your computer. The program will
run for 6 weeks on Wednesdays at 11:00am.
Spaces are limited!
Our club is active in many other areas of our
community such as; Food Bank, War Memorial,
raising funds from donations through ticket sales
and card games, church and social activities,
visits to hospitals, funeral homes, local senior
homes and attend the Provincial and National
Conventions.
Persons interested in joining must be 50 years of
age (when couples are involved only one person
has to be 50+ for both to join). Membership
Fee is $10.00 for each person, $5 of which is
forwarded to the Provincial organization to
register you as a member of Newfoundland and
Labrador Pensioners and Senior Citizens/50 Plus
Federation. For further information please call
782-8705.
Please contact the Department of Recreation and Leisure Services
for more information at 782-6290
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parks and facilities
free
WiFi
Paradise Double Ice complex
The Paradise Double Ice Complex officially opened its doors on November 2nd with a community skate in which hundreds of residents had the
opportunity to tour the facility. The Grand Opening took place on Friday, November 28 in which the arena hosted two high school hockey games,
users groups demonstrated their talent, there was entertainment and attractions for the whole community, free community skate and of course
the raising of the inaugural banner!
Programming
The new facility is a welcome addition to the Town’s Recreation
Infrastructure and provides a full schedule of public, family, adult,
parent-n-tot and recreational skating. The arena offers a wide variety
of opportunities for the community to utilize the facility and we are
host of the Avalon Sled Dogs, Easter Seals and the Tom Cats Women’s
Hockey League. The Mount Pearl/Paradise Skating Club and Conception
Bay Regional Minor Hockey Association both be offer programs at the
Paradise Double Ice Complex!
Mount Pearl/Paradise Skating Club Programs
www.skatemountpearl.ca
CBS Skating Club
www.cbsskatingclub.com
easter seals
Sledge Hockey contact Eileen at 754-1399 ext 224
avalon sled dogs
Sledge Hockey contact Danny at [email protected]
tom cats women hockey
Contact Debbie at [email protected]
Conception Bay Regional Minor Hockey
(CBRMHA) Programs
CBRMHA offers programs for all levels of play from recreation house
league to competitive interlocking league play. Our goal is to offer
hockey skills and fun for all! Skating aids available.
New members as players, coaches and parent volunteers are welcome!
For more information visit their website at www.cbrminorhockey.com.
contact 834-6373.
Party Rentals
The Paradise Double Ice Complex is accepting bookings Party Rentals!
Booking online now available. See page 20 for more info.
Available times for Party Bookings are Saturdays on the following times:
• 12:30 – 1:30pm Ice use and 1:30 – 2:30pm
Multipurpose Room use
• 2:30 – 3:30pm Ice use and 3:30 – 4:30pm
Multipurpose Room use
The cost for an Ice Party is $180 for 1 hour of ice and $50 for 1 hour use
of the multipurpose room, taxes included.
Rental Rates
Minor/Community Groups
Weekdays:
8:00am-12:00am $150.00/hour
Weekends:
8:00am-12:00am $150.00/hour
Senior Groups/Private Rentals
Weekdays:
4:00pm-12:00am $200.00/hour
(prime time)
Weekends:
8:00am-12:00am $200.00/hour
(prime time)
All other times $180.00/hour
Birthday Party Rental
$180.00/hour + $50.00
(area plus multipurpose room)
$50.00
(multipurpose room only)
Coffee Matters caters
for all birthday rentals.
For a schedule of programs please call 709-782-RINK. For more information on the Paradise Double Ice
Surface Arena contact the Department of Recreation and Leisure Services at 709-782-6290.
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parks and facilities
Playground\Open space Development 2014
Opportunities!!
The Paradise Double Ice Surface Arena can
provide your organization with numerous
opportunities to engage all participants by
providing a location for programs, services
and events that promotes community
relationships and community development in
a safe and supportive environment. The arena
has a variety of amenities that can be utilized
by your organization! You can be creative and
provide programs, services and host events in
a recreational setting.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Being a modern state-of-the-art facility in
a rapidly growing area, the arena complex
provides an excellent venue to advertise your
company. A detailed sponsorship package
outlining applicable sponsorship fees can be
obtained by visiting the Town of Paradise’s
website at www.townofparadise.ca or by
contacting the Department of Recreation and
Leisure Services at 782-6290.
Opportunities for schools
Programs, services and events that your
school may be interested in:
• School recreational skating
• School athletic programs
•School recreational programs, socials and
events
•Host professional development days,
conferences and workshops
The Town of Paradise continued with its plan
to provide children’s play areas in all town
neighborhoods in 2014.
Lancefield Playground was completed in the
spring and now includes play equipment for
children 1.5 -12yrs, seating, receptacles, etc.
Kinder Drive Tot Lot was upgraded this
year, with the replacement of the 1.5 – 5 yrs
structure.
Atlantica Playground was the only full
playground area to be developed this year.
Although the site had several challenges
we have completed the play areas and the
playground is already getting plenty of use.
Tennis Court Resurfacing was completed on
the Lombardy place tennis courts. The courts
are over 20yrs old but with the new surfacing
players say it is like playing on a brand new
facility.
Ashgrove Drive renovations were completed
early in the year with the relocation of the
swings and the 1.5–5 yrs structure.
A Pocket Park was developed at the small
open space on Jonesberry Crescent.
Camelot\Ellsworth Playground is near
completion and has added a 5-12 yrs
playstructure as well as a multipurpose court
with a basketball court, ball hockey court
and SK8 Park.
Opportunities for community/recreation/
sport groups
Programs, services and events that your
organization may be interested in:
• Recreational skating
• Athletic programs
•Recreational programs, socials and events
•Host professional development days,
conferences and workshops
Opportunities for businesses
Programs, services and events that your
business may be interested in:
• Recreational skating
• Employee programs
•Recreational programs, socials and events
•Host professional development days,
conferences and workshops
Community Skating
At the Paradise Double Ice Surface Arena there will be plenty of opportunities for the residents to enjoy the arena through family skates, public
skates, parent and tot skates, shinny hockey and more! The following is the schedule of skates for the whole community to enjoy:
Rink A
We Provide FREE
Use of Helmets,
Skating Aids
and Skates
Rink B
Sunday
Family Skate
11:30am-12:30pm
$3/Adult
$2/Child
Public Skate
5:30pm-6:30pm
$3/Person
Sunday
Adult Skate
9:00am-10:00pm
$4/Person
Monday
Preschool Shinny
11:30am-12:30pm
$3/Person
Noon Skate
12:30pm-2:00pm
$3/Person
Parent and Tot
2:000pm-3:30pm
$2/Adult
$1/Child
Monday
Tuesday
Adult Shinny
Hockey
1:30pm-3:30pm
$5 Adult/hour
Youth Shinny
Hockey
3:30pm-4:30pm
$3/Person
Tuesday
Preschool Shinny
11:00am-12:00pm
$3/Child/hour
Senior Skate
12:00pm-1:30pm
$3/Person
Parent and Tot
1:30pm-3:00pm
$2/Adult
$1/Child
Wednesday
Noon Skate
13:00pm-2:00pm
$3/Person
Parent and Tot
2:000pm-3:30pm
$2/Adult
$1/Child
Wednesday
Thursday
Adult Shinny
Hockey
1:30pm-3:30pm
$5 Adult/hour
Youth Shinny
Hockey
3:30pm-4:30pm
$3/Person
Thursday
Preschool Shinny
11:00am-12:00pm
$3/Child/hour
Senior Skate
12:00pm-1:30pm
$3/Person
Parent and Tot
1:30pm-3:00pm
$2/Adult
$1/Child
Friday
Noon Skate
12:30pm-2:00pm
$3/Person
Parent and Tot
2:00pm-3:30pm
$2/Adult
$1/Child
Friday
Saturday
Saturday
Public Skate
2:00pm-3:00pm
$3/Person
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community living
Judo
It is not too late to join the Paradise
Community Centre’s judo program. The judo
instruction is provided by Kokoro Budokai Judo
Club. Sign up and learn an Olympic sport.
Our focus with young athletes is on fun,
physical literacy, respect and learning the
basics.
We can design a more competitive program
for youth and adults. For adults the focus is
more on the judo curriculum, but fitness is
key, particularly core strengthening. Everyone
learns breakfalls.
The club is affiliated with Judo Newfoundland
and Labrador and Judo Canada – we can
prepare you to attend clinics or tournaments
in and outside the province. Instructors are
trained in NCCP coaching education. Give us
a call or drop by. For more information call
Michael Kay 727-5693 or 754-5188.
Dance Lessons With Diana
Dancing is good exercise and a great way to
have fun while meeting new people with
similar interests. Check out our dance lesson
opportunities and learn how to boot-scoot
across the dance floor, including Couples
Dance Class. No need to preregister; $5 per
person, per lesson. Learn to dance today and
see how much fun you can have!!
Scouts
Are you interested in fun, challenges,
leadership, friendship, outdoor activities and
are from the ages of 5 –18, check out Beavers,
Cubs, Scouts, Ventures or Rovers. Call Scouts
Canada at 722-0931.
Paradise Lions Club
Community members of the Town of Paradise,
guided by the St. John’s Lion Club, are working
together to form a Lions Club in Paradise.
If you would like to improve your community,
help others and be part of the world’s largest
service organization, then contact
Lion Janine Howse
709-685-5911
[email protected]
“There is no better time than
now to serve others.”
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Cadets
905 Viking Royal Canadian Air Cadet
Squadron continues its training, for its 13th
year of operation. The squadron is based
in Paradise and services the surrounding
areas and is open to youth between the
ages of 12 to 18 years. They meet every
Wednesday night at Rotary Paradise Youth
and Community Centre on McNamara
Drive from 6:30pm to 9:15pm. There are
also optional activities that take place on
Saturday mornings. All of their training
follows the school year, from September
to June.
Specially trained Royal Canadian Air Force
Reserve officers and civilians provide
supervision and instruction. Membership
is open to all with no cost for training or
uniforms. The Cadet program provides
an excellent opportunity to develop
great life skills and has proven to be an
enhancement to education and becoming
quality citizens.
For more information contact Samantha
Parrell at [email protected].
Guides
Avalon Dragons
Learn to Dragon Boat!
Are you a breast cancer survivor who would
like to get fit, have fun and make new friends?
Dragon boating may be what you’re looking for.
Dragon boating gives breast cancer survivors a
chance to increase their fitness levels – which
has been shown to help prevent recurrence,
become part of a strong support group, and
regain a sense of control over their lives.
Dragon boating also helps prevent or reduce
lymphedema, a common side effect of breast
cancer surgery. And it’s fun! Now looking for
new members of all ages and fitness levels!
We’ve just begun a very exciting project that
will benefit everyone in our area. We’re raising
funds to build a Community Dragon Boat Centre
on Octagon Pond for adult and youth teams
and other water sport enthusiasts and would
welcome your help.
To speak with someone about joining the
team or becoming a volunteer, contact info@
avalondragons.com. For more information
about the Avalon Dragons, go to avalondragons.
com or look for us on Facebook.
Join Girl Guides of Canada. It is a safe, all-girl environment that invites members to challenge
themselves, find their voice, and meet new friends. It’s open to all school aged girls and women
who want to have fun and make a difference in the world. There are two Guiding Districts in
Paradise that offer a range of meeting times and locations. Please register online at www.
girlguides.ca. For more information on the Paradise Units, contact District Commissioners,
Tammy Keats for St. Thomas Guides at [email protected] or Elizabeth Laurie for Paradise
Guides at 895-8624.
community living
Paradise Running Club
The Paradise Running Club is a dynamic
running club made up of approximately
150 recreational and competitive runners.
You should consider the running club if
you are interested in being consistent with
your running and appreciate the support,
motivation, and social aspects of running with
a group.
Babysitting Course
The Canadian Red Cross Babysitter Course
is offered throughout the year at the Rotary
Paradise Youth & Community Centre. Children
must be 11 years old at time of the course
offering. Frequency of classes is by demand.
Contact 782-6290 for more information, dates
and costs.
Paradise Grasshoppers
www.paradisegrasshoppers.com
Paradise Grasshoppers is a community-based
organization with the desire to inspire, teach
and convince others to stop littering. This
year the kids have been working with the
Town and Enactus Memorial to bring the
first Community Garden to Paradise! If you
would like more information or believe that
your child would benefit from a group that
fosters leadership, commitment, hard work
and organization skills, then please contact
Derrick Turner at 782-6511 or email info@
paradisegrasshoppers.com. The group
currently has children between the ages of
4 and 12, both boys and girls. Help keep
Paradise clean!
Kin Club
The Kin Club of Paradise is made solely of
volunteers. KIN Canada is the largest all
Canadian service organization made up of men
and women who work together to serve the
community through promoting service work,
family values and national pride. Locally,
KIN members volunteer to help make our
community of Paradise safer and better, while
having fun and meeting a lot of great people.
We meet every first and third Tuesday of each
month from Mid September to May inclusive.
Come to a meeting, see what we are all about
and perhaps join our club to help us “serve our
community’s greatest need.”
Membership is available year-round regardless
if you are training for a particular race, running
for fitness, or want to start running as part of
an active lifestyle.
3 scheduled group runs per week, which
includes our Saturday morning “Coffee Run”.
Follow our various training programs including
Learn-To-Run, 5K, 10K, Tely 10, half-marathon
and marathon.
Get together with other runners for ‘offschedule’ training runs.
Tely 10 Training Program starting in May.
Low annual membership fee of $25.00.
Many opportunities for community
involvement.
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.paradiserunningclub.com
Twitter: @ParadiseRunning
Pathway
The Salvation Army Pathway Community
Church meets Sundays @ 11:00am at the
Rotary Paradise Youth & Community Centre.
We are a church:
…..that accepts you for who you are
…..where kids can be kids
…..that’s perfect for people who aren’t
…..where the coffee is as hot as the
message
Bricks 4 Kidz
At Bricks 4 Kidz® we believe it’s important
to tap into a child’s potential by encourging
their curiosity and creativity. Our fun-filled
model plans provide an engaging platform that
teaches children to learn with LEGO® bricks.
This January our theme is “Pirates Quest”
- Shiver me timbers as we explore the popular
culture behind the life of a pirate! Build a
motorized pirate ship, a helm, an anchor and
more as we batten down the hatches and
prepare for mutiny! Anchors Aweigh!! Class
will be held on Tuesdays from 6:30 - 7:30 in
Resource Room A beginning January 6th February 24th, 2015. (NO CLASSES January
27th or February 17th). For more information
or to register go to www.brick4kidz.com/
stjohns or call Kelly at 728-4489.
Table Tennis
The Paradise Table Tennis Club offers
something for all skill levels, ages 9 to
90! NCCP certified coaches will teach you
the skills you need to become a champion.
Emphasis is given to footwork, technique and
fitness in a fun environment.
Coaching sessions from 6:30 to 8:00 & match
play from 8:00 to 9:30 on Mondays. For
more information contact Merv Greenham at
[email protected].
For more information contact Jim Lewis at
765-8300 or Cathy Coveyduck at 743-2917.
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coming in
summer 2015
Octagon Pond
260 acre park land
which will include such amenities as:
• Splash Park
• Wheelchair Accessible Playground
• Dog Park
• Beach Volleyball
• Trail System Linking to Octagon Pond
• Concession Area
• Concert Space for 30,000 People
Splash
Pad
Driv
e
ara
RPYCC
Mc
Double Ice Surface
Arena
Future
Pool
Nam
State-of-the-Art
Fitness Centre
Concert Space
Dog Park
Facility Bookings for the Town of Paradise’s Department
of Recreation and Leisure Services - NEW
The Town of Paradise is pleased to offer online rental
bookings through the Department of Recreation and
Leisure Services!
The online service will be available after regular
hours from 8:00pm to 8:00am and can be found at
www.townofparadise.ca. This service is available
for rental of all facilities within the Department of
Recreation and Leisure Services, which includes the
Rotary Paradise Youth and Community Centre, Paradise
Double Ice Complex, Milton Road Facility, Peter Barry Duff
Memorial Park, St Thomas Line Facility and the Dianne
Whalen Memorial Soccer Complex. For more information please call the Department
of Recreation and Leisure Services at 782-6290 or
make your booking in person at the Paradise Double Ice
Complex.