Pre-School Skating: Windsor Stadium. Admission Is FREE. Children Must Be Under the Age

Winterlude 2016

Friday, February 12th:

9:15am-10:15am:

Pre-School Skating:Windsor Stadium. Admission is FREE. Children must be under the age of 5 in order to attend. Mandatory hockey helmet policy is in effect for all participants.

10:30am-11:30am:

Adult Skating:Windsor Stadium.Admission is FREE. Mandatory hockey helmet policy is in effect for all participants.

12:00pm-6:00pm:

The Lumberjack Special: The Memorial United Church Men's Choir will be preparing their Lumberjack Special which consists of baked beans, bologna, toutons and a molasses bun for only $8.00/plate! Take out and eat-in (4:00-6:00pm). Music by UC5 from 4:30-5:30pm.

2:00pm-4:00pm:

Social Ski:Exploits Valley Cross Country Ski Club (Scott Ave). All ages are welcome. For any individuals who would like to try skiing the Ski Club does have a limited amount of equipment they may borrow on a 'first come, first served basis'. Please check the Exploits Valley Cross Country Ski Club website for details and possible changes to activities.

4:00pm-9:00pm:

Traction Tournament: Joe Byrne Memorial Stadium and Windsor Stadium. Come out and watch our national sport and cheer on your local athletes!

8:00-11:00pm:

Wine Tasting and Painting Class: Joe Byrne Memorial Stadium (Hospitality Room). Bring your friends or significant other to this three (3) hour wine tasting and art experience. A local artist from CNVAS (Central Newfoundland Visual Art Society) will guide participants as they explore the creative process of putting paint to paper to create a unique masterpiece. A sample selection of wines and cheeses from around the world will be offered during this event. Cost is $35.00/person which includes a ride to and from the event, wine and cheese, and all painting supplies. Space is limited so call 489-0450 to register.

7:00pm-10:00pm:

Moonlight Ski/Snowshoe & Social:Exploits Valley Cross Country Ski Club (Scott Ave). Come out and enjoy the trail at night as the 1.5km trail will be lit up. All ages are welcome and the Ski Club does have a limited amount of skis and snowshoes that may be borrowed on a 'first come, first served basis'. Please check the Exploits Valley Cross Country Ski Club website for details and possible changes to activities.

7:00pm-9:00pm:

Eileen M. Dormody Memorial Invitational Bowling Tournament: Exploits Lanes Bowling Alley. Lots of fun and great prizes to be won! Sponsored by the Exploits Disability Association.

8:00pm:

Cabbages & Kings in Concert: Gordon Pinsent Centre for the Arts. Tickets are $15.00/person.

Saturday, February 13th:

9:00am-5:00pm:

Traction Tournament: Joe Byrne Memorial Stadium and Windsor Stadium. Come out and watch our national sport and cheer on your local athletes!

9:00am-11:00am:

Winterlude Community/Family Breakfast Windsor Pentecostal Church: Come out and enjoy a great breakfast while supporting your local Foodbank. Free breakfast with donation of item for Foodbank.

10:00am-4:00pm:

Mooseburger Sale: Oddfellows Lodge, Union Street.Eat in or take-out available. $2.50/burger.Phone 489-3668 for more information, or to place an order.

10:30am-2:30pm:

Winterlude Family Fun Day:Corduroy Pond. Grab the family and head out to corduroy Pond for a day of skating, sliding and just plain fun in the snow. All ages are welcome. Warm up by the pondside bonfire with a wiener roast and enjoy refreshments and a visit from Gus the Moose. Donations will be accepted for the Community Food Bank. Sponsored by the Corduroy Brook Enhancement Association.

11:00am-2:00pm:

Pea Soup and Dumpling Luncheon. Exploits Valley 50+ Club (Edwards Place). $5.00/pea soup and dumpling. All proceeds go to the Cadets travelling to Beaumont Hamel for the 100th Anniversary. For more information please contact Cecilia at 489-6470.

1:30pm-3:00pm:

Winterlude Swim: Frances M. Nichols Community Centre. Admission is free.Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please note that this is a Family Swim and that all regular swim guidelines apply. Sponsored by the Exploits Valley YMCA and the Y2C.

2:00pm-4:00pm:

Family Ski/Snowshoe:Exploits Valley Cross Country Ski Club (Scott Ave). If you are looking to try these activities then the Ski Club does have a limited amount of skis and snowshoes that may be borrowed on a 'first come, first served basis'. Please check the Exploits Valley Cross Country Ski Club website for details and possible changes to activities.

8:00pm

A Night of Magic Featuring Magician Michael Conway: Gordon Pinsent Centre for the Arts. Tickets are $15.00 until Feb. 1 and $20.00/person after Feb. 1.

11:00pm

Valentine's Movie Date: The Classic Theatre. Grab your sweetheart and head to the Classic Theatre for a late night Valentine's movie. Admission is free!

Sunday, February 14th:

11:00-2:00pm

Friendly 50+ Seniors Club Brunch: Friendly 50+ Club (50 Main Street). Prices as follows: $5.00/plate which includes: eggs, bacon, toast, coffee/tea, fruits and muffins. For more information please call 489-5003 or 489-3441.

9:00am-12:00pm:

Traction Tournament: Joe Byrne Memorial Stadium and Windsor Stadium. Come out and watch our national sport and cheer on your local athletes!

1:30pm-3:00pm:

Winterlude Skate: Windsor Stadium. Come out and skate with our Winterlude mascot and some of his friends! Refreshments will be provided. Admission is FREE. Children must be accompanied by a parent/guardian in order to attend. Mandatory hockey helmet policy is in effect for all participants.

1:00pm-2:00pm:

25th Anniversary of Grand Falls-Windsor Teddy Bears on Parade:Main Street (Corduroy Brook Building). Meet at the Corduroy Brook Building on Main Street and parade with Gus the Moose (and his friends) down to Papas Sweet Shop for some free hot chocolate and sweets! Once we are all sweetened up we will parade back to the Corduroy Brook Building.

2:30pm-3:30pm

Scavenger Hunt:Exploits Valley Cross Country Ski Club (Scott Ave). Parents are required to accompany children, all participants must wear skis or snowshoes on the trails and no pets allowed. Please check the Exploits Valley Cross Country Ski Club website for details and possible changes to activities.

3:00pm-5:00pm:

3:00pm-6:00pm:

Community Sliding Party: Church Road Park.Take the whole family sliding under the stars. Warm up afterwards with hot chocolate and Timbits. Sponsored by the Exploits Valley Crime Stoppers.

3:15pm-4:15pm:

Valentines Skate: Windsor Stadium. Take out your favorite sweetheart for a romantic skating session followed by hot chocolate and sweets. Admission is FREE. Mandatory hockey helmet policy is in effect for all participants.

7:00-8:00pm

Evening Snowshoe:Exploits Valley Cross Country Ski Club (Scott Ave). Children must be accompanied by an adult. For nighttime activities a headlamp or flashlight may be desirable. Use your owndiscretion.

6:00-9:00pm:

Sweet "Art" and Chocolate: Joe Byrne Memorial Stadium (Hospitality Room). Bring your friends or significant other to this three (3) hour chocolate tasting and art experience. A local artist from CNVAS (Central Newfoundland Visual Art Society) will guide participants as they explore the creative process of putting paint to paper to create a unique masterpiece. Indulge in the taste of locally and internationally made chocolate while you experience art first hand. Cost is $15.00/person which will include hot refreshments, chocolate and all painting supplies. Space is limited so call 489-0450 to register.

Monday, February 15th:

2:00pm-4:00pm:

Senior Snowshoe:Exploits Valley Cross Country Ski Club (Scott Ave). If you are looking to try this activity the Ski Club has a limited amount of equipment to borrow on a 'first come, first served basis'. Please check the Exploits Valley Cross Country Ski Club website for details and possible changes to activities.

3:30-4:30pm

Winterlude Reading Corner: Harmsworth Public Library. Join us at the Library for a story, crafts, winter fun and more! Open to all ages and refreshments will be served. For more information please call the Library at 489-2303.

7:00-9:00pm:

Couples Cooking Class:Grand Falls Golf Club. The Couples Cooking Class is limited to seven couples so that everyone has a chance to join in and interact with Chef Peter Butler. It will be a fun, educational experience to remember! Call 489-0450 to register, $50.00/couple.