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Old Town Hall Community Centre 61 Main St. Open: Mon – Thurs 1:00–9:00 p.m. Friday 1:00–5:00 p.m. Phone: 564-1078

Vieil Hôtel de Ville Centre Communautaire 61 Rue Main Heures de Bureau: Lundi au Jeudi 13h - 21h Vendredi 13h - 17h Tel: 564-1078

About the Old Ottawa East Community Activities Group

Bookmark this page and keep up to date with community activities. If you would like to receive updates on program information by email please send your request to ottawaeastCAG@yahoo.ca.

CAG Mandate
CAG is a voluntary, not for profit, community based organization that works in partnership with the City of Ottawa to provide the residents of Old Ottawa East with programming, recreation and special event opportunities that are local, affordable, inclusive and of interest to all members of the community.
CAG responds to the needs of the community and tries to offer a wide range of programs that appeal to children, youth, adults and seniors. CAG aims to offer programming that includes sports and fitness as well as arts, and CAG events and programming aim to reflect the diverse nature of the community.
CAG accomplishes this in partnership with the City of Ottawa using city facilities and working with city staff. These facilities include the Old Town Hall, Brantwood Fieldhouse, Brantwood rink and the community parks. CAG works with the City of Ottawa to enhance our community buildings and outdoor spaces and ensure that they reflect the needs of the community. CAG fosters relationships with other community organizations, institutions and businesses that are interested in supporting recreational goals in the community. CAG works closely with the community and community groups to ensure that the needs of our community are being met.
If you are interested in joining our group, we are always looking for more volunteers. You can email us at ottawaeastCAG@yahoo.ca. Community residents can always attend any CAG board meeting. The next meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 15th, 7:00 p.m., Old Town Hall.

New registration procedure
Some of our programs have been oversubscribed. In order to make our registration process as fair as possible we will be starting registration on Tuesday, March 4, 2008 at a set time of 7:30 p.m. A spot will be secured once payment and a complete registration form is received. In-person registration is recommended for courses that fill up fast, as no guarantee can be made as to when mailed registration forms will be processed. Download a registration form from in pdf format or pick up one from Old Town Hall. Otherwise the registration procedure will continue as follows:
• Mail the form, along with a cheque, to Old Town Hall Community Centre, 61 Main St., Ottawa, ON, K1S 1B3; or
• Register at Old Town Hall during office hours (Monday to Thursday from 1:00 to 9:00 p.m., Friday from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m.) - correct change or cheque is required; or
• Outside of office hours, leave the registration form and cheque in the Old Town Hall mailbox.
Please register early. Courses that do not achieve minimum registration numbers one week before the class starts will be cancelled.
Financial assistance is available for all our programs, and you must be an Old Ottawa East resident to qualify. Please apply at the Old Town Hall.
All information is correct at time of going to press. For the most up-to-date information, contact Old Town Hall at 613-564-1078.
To be sure of always receiving program information and details of registration dates please subscribe to the Mainstreeter eUpdate at eUpdate@mainstreeter.ca.

Location
All programs at the Old Town Hall unless otherwise stated. Old Town Hall is located at 61 Main Street, at the corner of Main and Hawthorne Avenue (just south of the Queensway underpass). Other sites for CAG programming include Brantwood Park, located adjacent to Onslow Crescent, and Lady Evelyn Alternative School, located at 63 Evelyn Avenue.

Hours of operation
Old Town Hall is open Monday to Thursday from 1:00 to 9:00 p.m., Friday from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m.

Weather Policy
Weather Policy All outdoor programs will run, rain or shine. Programs will be cancelled in the event of a thunderstorm. Make-up classes will be offered if possible. Refunds are not offered for classes cancelled due to weather conditions.

Additional Information
A $15.00 charge will be applied for N.S.F. cheques (please note: cheques may be cashed up to four weeks after the program commences). CAG reserves the right to change/substitute instructors.

Cancellations and Waiting Lists
Programs may be cancelled if minimum registration numbers are not met. Decisions on these programs will be made one week prior to the start date of the course.
If a course you are interested in is full, please contact Old Town Hall to have your name placed on a waiting list. If a spot becomes available or an additional session is added, you will be contacted. You will not be contacted if the extra class does not run.

CAG Financial Assistance
Financial assistance is available for all our programs and you must be an Old Ottawa East resident to qualify. . For more info call Old Town Hall or click here to view a map of the area defined as Old Ottawa East.

CAG Refund Policy
All refunds must be requested through the Old Town Hall Community Centre. CAG will charge an administrative fee of $10 when a participant or parent/guardian of the participant requests a withdrawal from a program seven days or less before the start date.
Refunds will be issued by mail three weeks after program starting date.
A full refund will be issued if a program is cancelled or rescheduled unless, in the case of outdoor programs, the cancellation or rescheduling is due to weather
If a withdrawal is requested after the program start date: if 50% or less of a program has elapsed, a pro-rated refund will be offered, less the $10 administrative fee. The value of the refund will be pro-rated to the percentage of the unused programming units and will be based on the date that CAG received the refund request.
No refund will be issued if withdrawal from the program is after the start date and the withdrawal will take the class below the minimum registration number required to run that program.
If more than 50% of the program has elapsed, no refund will be offered.
A pro-rated refund, less administration fee is available at any time on presentation of a medical certificate.

Photos
To help advertise our programs in our fall, winter, and spring flyers, we like to take pictures of our programs in session. You will be asked to sign a waiver at registration. If you do not wish to have your photo taken, please let us know.

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CAG 2008 Spring Programs

City of Ottawa Programs at the Old Town Hall

After-School Program (5-12 years)

This program is full for the spring session. Fall registration starts May 30. Please contact Mike Dubé at 613-564-1078 for more information.

Open Gym Night (6 - 17 years)

Come out with friends and participate in a variety of sports activities. At Viscount Alexander Public School, 55 Mann Avenue.
March 3 - April 24 No program week of March 10 – 14
Monday to Thursday 6:00 - 7:15 p.m. (6 - 12 years)
Monday to Thursday 7:15 - 8:30 p.m. (13 - 17 years)

Children’s programs

Community Playgroup (0 – 5 years)

A perfect opportunity for your child to socialize and interact with other preschoolers. This playgroup, for families and caregivers, runs on Monday and Wednesday mornings. Activities are organized by the program coordinator; parents and caregivers are asked to assist. The time is organized depending on the needs/age range of the children. Activities may include crafts, circle time, stories, free play, ride-on toys, or outdoor play. Coffee is provided for the adults.
March 31 – June 23 (12 weeks) No program May 19
Monday and Wednesday 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.  NOW FULL
NEW – Friday 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Registration fee for one child is $30 for one day per week or $50 to attend two days. A family registration is $45 and will allow two or more children from one family to attend for one day per week and $75 to attend two days. Siblings under 12 months of age are free.

Music Together (0 - 5 years)

They shake their rattles and chug around the room like a choo-choo train. They wave their scarves and dance around the room. That’s how musical education starts. Music Together is a program that aims to help children reach basic music competence, defined as the ability to sing in tune, keep a beat, and participate with confidence and pleasure in making the music of our culture. Participants will receive two CDs, a songbook, and a book about children’s musical development.
April 8 – June 10 (10 weeks)
Tuesday 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
OR
April 10 – June 12 (10 weeks)
Thursday 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. or 11:00 a.m. – Noon
OR
April 5 – June 14 (10 weeks) No program May 17
Saturday 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.
$135 for adult and one child, $60 for each additional sibling.
Sibling under 8 months is free.
FREE DEMO CLASS – Saturday, March 15, 10:30 a.m.

Outdoor Soccer (4 - 6 years)

Children will enjoy a fun warm-up game followed by skills and drills and a friendly game of soccer. We can promise your children lots of fun as well as development of their soccer skills. Parents are welcome to assist if they wish.
In Brantwood Park on Onslow Crescent – meet at the fieldhouse.
Weather policy applies.
May 10 – June 21 (6 weeks) No program May 17
Saturday 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
NEW Class – Saturday 11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. $35

Junior Sports (4 - 6 years)

Your budding sports star will love to run around and try new sports in this program. All that is required is a pair of running shoes and lots of enthusiasm. Come ready for fun! Sports offered will be tailored to suit the age and ability of the children. Sports will likely include soccer, dodge ball, soccer baseball, parachute games, and several variations of tag.
At Brantwood Park on Onslow Crescent – meet at the fieldhouse.
Weather policy applies.
May 13 – June 17 (6 weeks)
Tuesday 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. $35

Scottish Highland Dance (6 - 10 years) – NEW!!

Scottish highland dancing is a celebration of the Scottish spirit! The dances are a spectacular combination of strength, agility, movement, and music. The dances are great fun and anyone, not just those with a Scottish heritage, can join in and learn the dances.
Instructor: Erin Mansfield has been dancing and teaching highland dance for over 20 years. She began her dance career in Nova Scotia, where she was a provincial representative to the national championships for seven consecutive years. Since moving to Ottawa, Erin has continued to have a successful dance career, winning competitions, performing at venues such as the National Arts Centre, and performing in the Edinburgh Tattoo in Scotland.
Beginner: No previous experience required! This class will begin by learning basic movements and steps of highland dance, leading to complete dances such as the Highland Fling and Sword Dance.
Intermediate: Prerequisite for this class is the dancer must be able to comfortably dance the Highland Fling, Sword Dance, and Scottish Lilt. This class will focus on improving technique, learning new movements and dances, and having fun!
April 10 – June 12 (10 weeks)
Thursday 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. (Beginner)
Thursday 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. (Intermediate) $85

Artsy Kids (6 - 10 years)

A fun introduction to arts and crafts for your child! This class is designed to unleash those creative ideas in a big way. Kids can have fun in a supervised and inspiring atmosphere while enjoying creative art projects. If the weather cooperates some classes may be conducted outside on the back porch.
April 5 – May 3 (5 weeks)
Saturday 10:30 a.m. - Noon $45

Youth programs

First Fridays Youth Club (9 - 13 years)

A youth club just for you. Mark the following dates on your calendar.
March 7 - Come and experience the joy of Brazilian drumming with Samba Ottawa. Samba is the sound of summer – let’s make this a beach party? Come in your most colourful summer clothes and shake off the winter blahs!!! No experience required, drums provided.
June 6 - School’s “almost” out party. Fun, games, and karaoke!!!
Friday 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. $4 drop-in fee

Indoor Ball Hockey (7 - 12 years)

Is your child hockey crazy? This program nicely fills the gap between the end of the winter season on ice and the start of good weather for street hockey!!
At Lady Evelyn Alternative School, 63 Evelyn Avenue.
April 3 – May 1 (5 weeks)
Thursday 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. $35

Recreational Youth Soccer (7 - 10 years) – NEW!!

Participants will learn basic soccer skills such as dribbling, passing, and shooting. The skills session will be followed by small side games with or without a keeper. The goal is for each participant to learn some new skills and improve his or her game.
At Springhurst Park, on Lees Avenue next to the apartment buildings.
Weather policy applies.
May 8 – July 10 (10 weeks)
Thursday 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. $80
For those that wish to continue to play throughout the summer there will be a further 10 weeks offered starting early August.
This program is instructed by World Soccer Academy, details on which can be found under Womens Soccer on the next page.

Football (7 -13 years) – NEW!!

Participants (boys and girls) will practice on small teams and play 6 on 6. The focus will be on skill development and fun. Football is introduced with flag-football for the younger players and tackle football for the oldest group. Coaching will be provided by the East Ottawa Generals. Players will wear full equipment, made available by the East Ottawa Generals. For more information go to www.eastottawagenerals.ca or call Mark Quinn at 613 842 5035
Saturdays and Sundays (practice and game) with flag belts, Tyke (born 1999, 2000 and 2001), Mosquito (1997 and 1998) and full tackle, Peewee, (1995 and 1996) – 10:00 am to 2:00 pm – Robinson Field in Sandy Hill.
May 3 to June 29 (9 weeks) $75

Adult Programs

Vinyasa Flow Yoga

Challenge the mind and body with this active yoga practice and learn to build a solid foundation for developing and maintaining a personal yoga practice. Each class includes breath awareness, postures, and the linking of postures with the breath. Ultimately, a variety of standing and seated postures, balancing poses, backbends, twists, and inversions will be linked to create a flow or “vinyasa." These vinyasas provide a way to loosen, stretch, massage, and tone the muscles, joints, and internal organs. Whether practicing the individual postures or the vinyasas, this class emphasizes good form and alignment based on individual capabilities. The progressive nature of the exercises allows the students to confidently build on their flexibility, strength, and balance.
April 9 – June 18 (11 weeks)
Wednesday 7:15 - 8:45 p.m. (Beginner/Intermediate)
Wednesday 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. (Intermediate) $75

Monday Night Pilates

Pilates enhances core strength and flexibility and teaches deep breathing that enhances circulation. This class can be adapted to all fitness levels as exercises are modified to suit the individual. Our Pilates classes are centered on mat work and are filled with enthusiastic and energetic students who are having a lot of fun.
Pilates Level 1
Learn how to use core muscles to improve posture, balance, and strength. Basic but challenging exercises are performed. No experience is required.
Pilates Level 2
Provides more challenging muscle work by adding more exercises and focusing on improving technique.
April 7 - June 16 (10 weeks) No program May 19
Monday 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. (Level 1)
Monday 8:00 - 9:00 p.m. (Level 2) $85

A.M. Fitness for Life

Low-impact aerobics suitable for all levels and age groups. The instructor will tailor the class to suit the participants, but you can be sure of a strong cardio component combined with some strength training.
April 8 – June 19 (11 weeks)
Tuesday and Thursday 8:30 - 9:30 a.m.
Register for one class for $55, two for $90

Strength and Stretch

This class helps participants build muscular strength and endurance by using a variety of equipment such as hand weights and exer-tubes. These exercises combined with stretch will ensure improved flexibility, mobility, and stability as well as increased metabolic rate, increased lean muscle mass, and muscle strength.
April 9 – June 20 (11 weeks)
Wednesday and Friday 8:00 - 9:00 a.m.
Register for one class for $55, two for $90

Recreational Basketball

Come out and shoot some hoops – it’s a great way to stay in shape, socialize, and have fun!
At Lady Evelyn Alternative School, 63 Evelyn Avenue.
Men’s:
April 7 – May 12 (6 weeks)
Monday 8:00 - 10:00 p.m. $30
Coed:
April 10 – May 22 (7 weeks)
Thursday 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.

Recreational Intermediate Volleyball (Co-ed)

A great way to practice your volleyball and teamwork skills, exercise, and have fun!
At Lady Evelyn Alternative School, 63 Evelyn Avenue
April 9 – May 21 (7 weeks)
Wednesday 8:00 - 10:00 p.m. $35

Women’s Outdoor Recreational Soccer - NEW!

Participants will learn basic soccer skills such as shielding the ball, controlling the ball with different parts of the foot, dribbling the ball, passing, heading, and shooting. The skills session will be followed by 3x3 and 4x4 games with/without goalkeeper. The goal is for each participant to learn some new skills and improve her game, in a fun and friendly environment
World Soccer Academy This program is offered in conjunction with The World Soccer Academy, which has offered soccer development programs to the Ottawa region sports community since 1998. The director, Zijo Nistovic, has been a professional soccer coach and player throughout his adult life, and since 1996 he has been working as a professional soccer coach and trainer with various youth soccer teams in the Ottawa area. Zijo will oversee this program, which will be run by one of himself or one of his professional coaches.
At Springhurst Park, Lees Avenue, next to the apartment buildings.
Weather policy applies.
May 8 – July 10 (10 weeks)
Thursday 7:00 – 8:00 or 8:30 p.m. as the spring light allows. $95
For those that wish to continue to play throughout the summer there will be a further 10 weeks offered starting early August.

Tai chi – NEW!

This is a system of gentle, flowing rhythmical movements designed to integrate body, mind, and spirit with the natural forces of the universe. Taught step by step with emphasis on purpose and application of each posture. Relax your body and mind with this graceful oriental form of exercise.
April 8 – June 17 (11 weeks)
Tuesday 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. $60

Gentle yoga for beginners – NEW!

Stretch, breathe, relax, calm your mind, and learn the basics of yoga. Start from where your body is right now and progress from there at your own pace. Mats are provided.
April 11 – June 20 (11 weeks)
Friday 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. $60

Samba Ottawa Rehearsal

Experience the joy of Brazilian percussion! Samba Ottawa weekly rehearsals Sunday evenings are open to everyone. The last Sunday of every month is especially for beginners. We welcome people of all abilities – you don’t have to be a musician – and we have enough instruments for everyone. Occasionally, we do have gigs on a Sunday, so please call Mike at 613-599-2747 to confirm.
For more details, visit www.samba-ottawa.org/.
April 6 – June 22 No rehearsal May 18
Sunday 7:00 - 9:30 p.m. $5 drop-in

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Special Events

The Main Event - Saturday, June 14

The Main Event Garage Sale
All around Old Ottawa East

The Main Event Community Party

The Main Event Arts and Craft Sale
On the front lawns of Saint Paul University

The ‘Main’ Farmers Market

Saturdays, May- Labour Day weekend, 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
At Saint Paul University
For more information on the above events please subscribe to the Mainstreeter eUpdate at eUpdate@mainstreeter.ca for all the latest information as it becomes available. More details will also appear in upcoming issues of the Mainstreeter.

Birthday Parties

Looking for space for a birthday party? Book the Old Town Hall through us. Parties can be booked depending on availability from
1:00 - 4:00 p.m. on Saturday afternoons. A minimum of two weeks notice is required. Maximum number of kids is 15.
Flat fee of $60 for the room, includes the use of the kitchen.