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Upward Youth Basketball League |
| Date: | October 24, 2009 - February 13, 2010 |
| Youth Basketball League
Grades 3-6
October 17, 2009 - February 13, 2010
Practices & Games at UOIT/Durham College Gymnasium
For information contact Renaissance Church Brooklin 905.655.6071 |
| Location: | UOIT / Durham College Gymnasium |
| Contact Name: | John Blackman |
| Phone: | 905.655.6071 |
| Email: | brooklinrbc@rogers.com |
Twilight Book Club |
| Date: | February 2, 2010 |
| Join us as we discuss everything related to the Twilight series. We will also be discussing Twilight read-alikes. Ages 12 – 18. Free registration at any branch. Programme starts at 4:00 pm. |
| Location: | McLaughlin Branch, Children's Studio |
| Contact Name: | Tiffany Balducci |
| Phone: | 905-579-6111 ext 5238 |
| Email: | tbalducci@oshawalibrary.on.ca |
Cupcakes I'd Like to Frost |
| Date: | February 3, 2010 |
| Discover the fun of decorating cupcakes! Your instructor, Charlotte of Aunt Audrey’s Favourites Cakes and Desserts, will show you the right way to decorate, step by step. Supplies will be provided. For teens ages 12 – 18. Registration is limited. Free registration at any branch. Programme is at 7:00pm. |
| Location: | Jess Hann Branch |
| Contact Name: | Tiffany Balducci |
| Phone: | 905-579-6111 ext 5238 |
| Email: | tbalducci@oshawalibrary.on.ca |
The Mistakes Women Make with Love, Life and Money |
| Date: | February 3, 2010 |
| Join Zehra Mahoon, Consultant with Investors Group Financial Services, for an informative seminar on the common mistakes women make that keep them from getting what they want in life, especially in terms of relationships and wealth. Free registration at any branch. |
| Location: | Oshawa Public Library - McLaughlin |
| Contact Name: | Jennifer Goodman |
| Phone: | 905-579-6111 ex. 5260 |
| Email: | jgoodman@oshawalibrary.on.ca |
| URL: | http://www.oshawalibrary.on.ca |
Classic Romance |
| Date: | February 4, 2010 - February 25, 2010 |
| Three classic tales of romance will be shown over a four week period - the recent ITV remake of Doctor Zhivago (starring Hans Matheson and Keira Knightley), 84 Charing Cross Road (starring Anthony Hopkins and Anne Bancroft), and A Touch of Class (starring George Segal and Glenda Jackson). Showtimes: 2:00 pm. The Northview Branch of OPL is at 250 Beatrice Street East. Free admission and refreshments. No registration required. |
| Location: | Northview Branch, Oshawa Public Libraries |
| Contact Name: | Eric Sangwine |
| Phone: | 905-579-6111, ext. 5874 |
| Email: | svcire@yahoo.ca |
Pre-Teen Dance at Northview Community Centre |
| Date: | February 5, 2010 |
| A great time out with your friends! Dances run 6:30pm - 9:30pm. Tickets cost $8.00 and will go on sale one week prior to each dance, and can be purchased at the recreation facility. Pre-Teen Dances are for Grades 5-8 only. Participants cannot be attending high school. Pop, pizza and snacks are available for purchase. |
| Location: | Northview Community Centre |
| Contact Name: | Northview Community Centre |
| Phone: | 905-432-1984 |
| Email: | recreation@oshawa.ca |
Gala & Dance - Humane Society of Durham Region |
| Date: | February 6, 2010 |
| Announcing Love is in the Air – a Gala evening & CD launch for the Humane Society of Durham Region. Featuring live performances by local talent, this Valentine's Gala and Dance in support of animals will be held at 7:00 pm. Tickets are just $30 per person or $50 per couple & include both a wine & cheese reception & a dance with live music from the Rolf Eikeland Band. Tickets & CDs can be purchased on-line at www.fundraisingconcerts.com. For info regarding the event & ticket sales please call 905-242-4853 or
email : info@melaniee.com |
| Location: | 420 Wing - 1000 Stephenson Rd. Oshawa |
| Contact Name: | Melanie Hartshorn-Walton |
| Phone: | 905 242 4853 |
| Email: | info@melaniee.com |
| URL: | www.fundraisingconcerts.com |
Bridal Fair 2010 |
| Date: | February 6, 2010 |
| Back by popular demand, the library is hosting its 2nd annual Bridal Fair! Local vendors will showcase their unique services, ideas and options to assist you in the planning of your special day. There will be several guest speakers discussing hot bridal topics and lots of fabulous door prizes to be won! Free registration at any branch. |
| Location: | Oshawa Public Library - McLaughlin Branch |
| Contact Name: | Jennifer Goodman |
| Phone: | 905-579-6111 ex. 5260 |
| Email: | jgoodman@oshawalibrary.on.ca |
| URL: | http://www.oshawalibrary.on.ca |
Support our Canadian Olympic Luge Team and Help Set a Guinness World Record |
| Date: | February 6, 2010 |
| At precisely 7:00 pm, thousands of people across Canada will be gathering in venues from coast to coast and simultaneously be lighting a candle in honour of our Canadian Olympic Luge Team. This promotion will also raise funds and awareness about our Luge Team. As many people as possible needed to light a candle and keep it burning for 15 seconds in order to help set a world record. The goal is to have at least 50 people, so bring your friends and family members along (kids count too, but they must be supervised by an adult). Bring your own lighter to speed up the process - candles provided. |
| Location: | 21 Bruntsfield Drive, Courtice |
| Contact Name: | Morgen Dobson |
| Phone: | 905-571-1845 |
| Email: | morgendobson@rogers.com |
Men's Day at the Brim |
| Date: | February 8, 2010 |
| On February 8 join us as 94.9 The Rock presents Men's Day at Brimacombe! Enjoy an exclusive, fun-filled day on the slopes for a great cause; proceeds will be donated to the Canadian Association for Disabled Skiing in Durham. A limited number of tickets available at $90 each. Buy 4 or more and pay only $80 each! Includes 3 meals, exclusive access to the slopes, live music, giveaways and more! Tickets available at our main office, or by calling 905.983.5983. Visit us online at www.brimacombe.ca. |
| Location: | Brimacombe Ski Hill |
| Contact Name: | Teresa McKenna |
| Phone: | 905 983 7669 ext 286 |
| Email: | marketing@brimacombe.ca |
Anti-Valentines Day Party |
| Date: | February 8, 2010 |
| Love stinks! Tweens can uncelebrate Valentine's Day with cranky crafts, moody music and spiteful snacks. Participants are encouraged to wear black and red to the party. Teens can help plan this event at the January 7 Teen Advisory Board meeting. Ages 10 – 15 at 7:00pm. Free registration at any branch. |
| Location: | McLaughlin Branch Auditorium |
| Contact Name: | Tiffany Balducci |
| Phone: | 905-579-6111 ext 5238 |
| Email: | tbalducci@oshawalibrary.on.ca |
The Men Who Stare at Goats (2009) |
| Date: | February 9, 2010 |
| The Men Who Stare at Goats (2009)
93 minutes. Rated R.
A reporter in Iraq might just have the story of a lifetime when he meets a guy who claims to be a former member of the U.S. Army's First Earth Battalion, a unit that employs paranormal powers in their missions. Free registration at any branch. |
| Location: | Oshawa Public Library - McLaughlin Branch |
| Contact Name: | Jennifer Goodman |
| Phone: | 905-579-6111 ex. 5260 |
| Email: | jgoodman@oshawalibrary.on.ca |
| URL: | http://www.oshawalibrary.on.ca |
Teen Writing Workshop |
| Date: | February 9, 2010 |
| So, you want to be a writer? Interested in creative writing? Join us and get inspired! This group is a chance to practise your writing skills, learn new techniques, read what other teen writers are working on, and hear helpful comments about your own writing. This is a perfect program for those interested in the Express Yourself Teen Art and Writing Contest. For teens ages 12-18 at 7:00 pm. Free registration at any branch. |
| Location: | Mclaughlin Branch Auditorium |
| Contact Name: | Tiffany Balducci |
| Phone: | 905-579-6111 ext 5238 |
| Email: | tbalducci@oshawalibrary.on.ca |
Unity in the Community - Youth Valentine's Day Dance |
| Date: | February 11, 2010 |
| Music by DJ Stubs - Special Guest Host.
From 6:00 to 9:00 pm for age group 10-14 yr.
Free pizza! Snacks & drinks. Special take home gift. A Candy Bar with special Valentine candy for sale! Bring a canned good and $2 or $4 for cover.
All funds generated will go to holding more community events and food donations will be donated to various shelters and kitchens in Durham Region.
Please help us spread the word to the youth - if you have a little brother or sister or any kids between 10 and 14 years old, please suggest this dance. |
| Location: | Eastview Boys & Girls Club |
| Contact Name: | William / Kayla |
| Phone: | 905 914 6521 |
| Email: | unityinthecommunity@hotmail.com |
| URL: | www.uitc.tk |
Wyatt's Warriors 2nd Annual Have A Heart Gala |
| Date: | February 12, 2010 - February 13, 2010 |
| 2nd Annual Gala in memory of Wyatt, raising awareness of Congenital Heart Defects and money for the Cardiac Critical Care unit at SickKids.
5 course meal, open bar, dj, dancing, silent auction, raffles and live entertainment provided by Comedian Dave Hemstad and Singer Georgia Higgins! Don't miss it! |
| Location: | Tosca Banquet Hall |
| Contact Name: | Laura Celsie |
| Phone: | 289 404 1021 |
| Email: | wyatts-warriors@hotmail.com |
| URL: | www.wyattswarriors.ca |
Wands & Wizards |
| Date: | February 12, 2010 |
| Kids will have a magical day making wizard hats, spell books, and wands amongst many other things! This is one of the Museum’s most popular programs and tends to fill up quickly, so reserve your spot today! This program costs $20 per child and is appropriate for children ages 5 – 12.
Don’t forget that kids can dress up as their favourite wizarding characters!!! |
| Location: | Oshawa Community Museum |
| Contact Name: | Jill |
| Phone: | 905-436-7624 ext. 106 |
| Email: | programming@oshawamuseum.org |
| URL: | www.oshawamuseum.org |
Second Chance Animal Sanctuary's Valentine Fundraiser |
| Date: | February 13, 2010 |
| Second Chance Animal Sanctuary is holding its annual Valentine Fundraiser. Enjoy an evening filled with good food, live entertainment by band 3 Sheets 2 the Wind, door prizes and give-aways, raffles, silent auction and a reasonably priced Cash Bar.
Ticket prices are $35 per person, and include a catered buffet dinner. All proceeds of the event go directly to the care of the animals in the shelter. For tickets please call 416-495-0638 or 905-649-8282. |
| Location: | St. Andew Community Centre, 46 Exeter Rd. Ajax |
| Contact Name: | Bethany Lewis |
| Phone: | 905-245-0464 |
| Email: | bethanytlewis@hotmail.com |
| URL: | www.second-chance.ws |
Chinese Dragon Dancers |
| Date: | February 13, 2010 |
| Watch the award winning Sammy Cheng Dragon Dance school as they perform a ceremonial dragon dance to celebrate Chinese New Year. Family programme. Free registration at any branch. |
| Location: | Oshawa Public Library - McLaughlin Branch |
| Contact Name: | Jennifer Goodman |
| Phone: | 905-579-6111 ex. 5260 |
| Email: | jgoodman@oshawalibrary.on.ca |
| URL: | http://www.oshawalibrary.on.ca |
5th Annual Victorian Order of Nurses - Chocolate Lovers Lunch |
| Date: | February 14, 2010 |
| Doors open at 11:30 am. Tickets are $50.00 - call 905-571-3151. Major fundraiser to support health and social programs delivered by VON staff and volunteers. |
| Location: | Holiday Inn, Oshawa |
| Contact Name: | Joyce marshall |
| Phone: | 905-571-3151 |
| Email: | durham@von.ca |
The “Cool Hypnosis Show” |
| Date: | February 16, 2010 |
| The “Cool Hypnosis Show”
Tuesday, February 16 at 7:30 pm
Master Hypnotist Allan Cross makes hypnosis fun, fascinating, and often hilarious to watch as volunteers—you could be one—visit exotic locales, win the lottery, or become experts at speaking an alien language only they can understand.
Refreshments will be served
Free registration at any branch
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| Location: | Northview Branch Library |
| Contact Name: | marc lapointe |
| Phone: | 905-579-6111 x5872 |
| Email: | mlapointe@oshawalibrary.on.ca |
Nursing Job Fair |
| Date: | February 20, 2010 |
| The Region of Durham's Long Term Care Division will be hosting a job fair on Saturday, February 20, 2010 from 1-4 p.m. at Hillsdale Terraces in an effort to recruit Registered Nurse and Registered Practical Nurses. |
| Location: | Hillsdale Terraces - 600 Oshawa Blvd N., Oshawa |
| URL: | www.durham.ca |
Chinese New Year Party |
| Date: | February 20, 2010 |
| February 14, 2010 marks the start of the Year of the Tiger on the Chinese Lunar Calendar. Celebrate the Chinese New Year holiday with great food, activities, crafts and more. Programme is at 2:00 pm. |
| Location: | Mclaughlin Branch Auditorium |
| Contact Name: | Tiffany Balducci |
| Phone: | 905-579-6111 ext 5238 |
| Email: | tbalducci@oshawalibrary.on.ca |
Ladies' Day at the Brim |
| Date: | February 22, 2010 |
| On February 22 join us as Brimacombe hosts the return of Ladies' Day! Enjoy an exclusive, fun-filled day on the slopes all in the name of a great cause; all proceeds will be donated to Bethesda House. Only a limited number of tickets are available at $90 each. Buy 4 or more and pay only $80 each! Includes 3 meals, exclusive access to the slopes, live entertainment, giveaways and more! Tickets available at our main office, or by calling 905.983.5983. Visit us online at www.brimacombe.ca. |
| Location: | Brimacombe Ski Hill |
| Contact Name: | Teresa McKenna |
| Phone: | 905 983 7669 ext 286 |
| Email: | marketing@brimacombe.ca |
Lupus Support Group Meeting |
| Date: | February 22, 2010 |
| Time: 7:00 - 9:00 pm. Do you have lupus or have a loved one living with this disease of 1000 faces... If you would like to attend a meeting for more information about lupus or our support group, please contact Shannon at 1-877-240-1099 or email shan_crawford@hotmail.com
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| Location: | Upstairs at Loblaws, 481 Gibb St, Oshawa |
| Contact Name: | Shannon Crawford |
| Phone: | 1-877-240-1099 |
| Email: | shan_crawford@hotmail.com |
| URL: | www.durhamwalkforlupus.com |
Free Fitness Class: Express Fit |
| Date: | February 22, 2010 |
| Join us for this free fitness class from 12:10pm - 12:40pm, as part of the Passport to Wellness Week.
Between February 22 and February 28, City of Oshawa fitness centres are hosting a variety of free activities at this week long event. Experience fitness services, try out a free class, attend free information sessions and win great prizes!
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| Brochure: | /whatsnew/2upPassporttowellnessflyer.pdf |
| Location: | Civic Complex |
| Contact Name: | Civic Complex |
| Phone: | 905-436-5454 |
| Email: | recreation@oshawa.ca |
Healthy Homes and Communities |
| Date: | February 22, 2010 |
| Join the Canadian Environmental Law Association for a discussion of environmental issues in your community and how to make your voice heard. The focus of the discussion will be on public particpation in environmental decision making in Oshawa and will address topics such as healthy communities and land use, publicly available tools for participating in environmental decision-making, and access to information.
Monday, February 22, 2010 at the South Oshawa Community Centre from 6:30 to 8:00pm. |
| Location: | South Oshawa Community Centre, 1455 Cedar Street |
| Contact Name: | Renee Griffin |
| Phone: | 416-960-2284 ext. 224 |
| Email: | rgriffin@cela.ca |
| URL: | www.cela.ca |
Ron Beer and the Boogie Boy Blues |
| Date: | February 23, 2010 |
| Beat the February blahs with the Boogie Boy Blues! Join local musician and author Ron Beer at 7:00 pm for this animated musical storytelling adventure. Music lovers of all ages will enjoy this night of blues music and stories. Ages 8+. Free registration at any branch of Oshawa Public Libraries or by calling 905-579-6111 ext. 5233. |
| Location: | Oshawa Public Libraries- McLaughlin Branch |
| Contact Name: | Brianne Wilkins-Bester |
| Phone: | 905-579-6111 ext. 5233 |
| Email: | bwilkins@oshawalibrary.on.ca |
| URL: | www.oshawalibrary.on.ca |
Free Fitness Class: Zumba Fit |
| Date: | February 23, 2010 |
| Join us for this free fitness class from 8:30pm to 9:30pm, as part of the Passport to Wellness Week.
Between February 22 and February 28, City of Oshawa fitness centres are hosting a variety of free activities at this week long event. Experience fitness services, try out a free class, attend free information sessions and win great prizes! |
| Brochure: | /whatsnew/2upPassporttowellnessflyer.pdf |
| Location: | South Oshawa Community Centre |
| Contact Name: | South Oshawa Community Centre |
| Phone: | 905-436-5474 |
| Email: | recreation@oshawa.ca |
Free Fitness Class: Adult Dance Party |
| Date: | February 24, 2010 |
| Join us for this free fitness class from 8:30 PM to 9:30 PM, as part of the Passport to Wellness Week.
Between February 22 and February 28, City of Oshawa fitness centres are hosting a variety of free activities at this week long event. Experience fitness services, try out a free class, attend free information sessions and win great prizes! |
| Brochure: | /whatsnew/2upPassporttowellnessflyer.pdf |
| Location: | Legends Centre |
| Contact Name: | Legends Centre |
| Phone: | 905-436-5455 |
| Email: | recreation@oshawa.ca |
Free Workshop: Cook To Stay Fit! |
| Date: | February 24, 2010 |
| Join us for this free workshop from 8:00 PM to 9:00 PM, as part of the Passport to Wellness Week. Between February 22 and February 28, City of Oshawa fitness centres are hosting a variety of free activities at this week long event. Experience fitness services, try out a free class, attend free information sessions and win great prizes! |
| Brochure: | /whatsnew/2upPassporttowellnessflyer.pdf |
| Location: | South Oshawa Community Centre |
| Contact Name: | South Oshawa Community Centre |
| Phone: | 905-436-5474 |
| Email: | recreation@oshawa.ca |
Free Fitness Class: Pilates |
| Date: | February 25, 2010 |
| Join us for this free fitness class from 5:30 PM to 6:25 PM, as part of the Passport to Wellness Week.
Between February 22 and February 28, City of Oshawa fitness centres are hosting a variety of free activities at this week long event. Experience fitness services, try out a free class, attend free information sessions and win great prizes! |
| Brochure: | /whatsnew/2upPassporttowellnessflyer.pdf |
| Location: | Civic Complex |
| Contact Name: | Civic Complex |
| Phone: | 905-436-5454 |
| Email: | recreation@oshawa.ca |
Free Fitness Class: Belly Dance Boot Camp |
| Date: | February 26, 2010 |
| Join us for this free fitness class from 8:00 PM to 8:30 PM, as part of the Passport to Wellness Week.
Between February 22 and February 28, select City of Oshawa recreation facilities are hosting a variety of free activities at this week long event. Experience fitness services, try out a free class, attend free information sessions and win great prizes! |
| Brochure: | /whatsnew/2upPassporttowellnessflyer.pdf |
| Location: | Legends Centre |
| Contact Name: | Legends Centre |
| Phone: | 905-436-5455 |
| Email: | recreation@oshawa.ca |
Free Fitness Class: Cardio Blast |
| Date: | February 27, 2010 |
| Join us for this free fitness class from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM, as part of the Passport to Wellness Week.
Between February 22 and February 28, City of Oshawa fitness centres are hosting a variety of free activities at this week long event. Experience fitness services, try out a free class, attend free information sessions and win great prizes! |
| Brochure: | /whatsnew/2upPassporttowellnessflyer.pdf |
| Location: | Civic Complex |
| Contact Name: | Civic Complex |
| Phone: | 905-436-5454 |
| Email: | recreation@oshawa.ca |
Olympic Celebration |
| Date: | February 27, 2010 |
| Please join us at Brimacombe on February 27, 2010 as we show our support for Brimacombe's own Matt Morison as he makes his Olympic debut in Vancouver. No ski or snowboard experience necessary. If you can whoop, holler and/or cheer, you're invited! Enjoy finger foods, live entertainment and quality time with family and friends.
As well, in recognition of Matt's accomplishments, a portion of all lift ticket sales on Feb. 27, will go towards supporting future winter athletes through the Making Winter Winners program and the Canadian Association for Disabled Skiing (CADS).
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| Location: | Brimacombe Ski Hill |
| Contact Name: | Teresa McKenna |
| Phone: | 905 983 7669 ext 286 |
| Email: | marketing@brimacombe.ca |
Youth Character & Leadership Academy Registration |
| Date: | February 28, 2010 - May 16, 2010 |
| Only accepting the first 20 registered youth!
360ydc Youth Leadership Academy
Course 1: Finding Your Voice (Thinking Self-Smart) Curriculum:
Choices, Principles & Character
For ages 7-18
4 Intensive & Influential Classes Plus Follow Up Bi-Weekly Coaching Only $300
Detailed information can be found at www.360ydc.com or by calling 905-723-7870.
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| Location: | Simcoe Hall Settlement House |
| Contact Name: | Omar Salim |
| Phone: | 905-723-7870 |
| Email: | director@360ydc.com |
| URL: | www.360ydc.com |
Free Fitness Class: Zumba |
| Date: | February 28, 2010 |
| Join us for this free fitness class from 12 PM to 1 PM, as part of the Passport to Wellness Week. This is the grand finale program.
Between February 22 and February 28, City of Oshawa fitness centres are hosting a variety of free activities at this week long event. Experience fitness services, try out a free class, attend free information sessions and win great prizes! |
| Brochure: | /whatsnew/2upPassporttowellnessflyer.pdf |
| Location: | South Oshawa Community Centre |
| Contact Name: | South Oshawa Community Centre |
| Phone: | 905-436-5474 |
| Email: | recreation@oshawa.ca |
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