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June is Recreation and Parks month!
Discover fun ways to stay active this June in Port Hope! Visit our calendar and look for activities marked "JRPM".
June is Recreation and Parks Month Schedule of Activities |
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June is Recreation and Park Month (JRPM) is a movement that promotes the benefits of recreation and parks for physical, social, and environmental health. Access to park and recreation is a fundamental human need that helps foster personal health, strong communities, and social inclusion. JRPM celebrates Ontario’s spectacular parks and recreation services and raises awareness for the role they play in well-being. Take advantage of this wonderful opportunity to participate in a variety of free activities in celebration of June is Recreation and Parks Month. June 1 - Customer AppreciationVisit us at Town Park Recreation Centre or Jack Burger Sports Complex Free water bottle and individually wrapped snacks Ballot Box - Enter to win gift cards from the Municipality of Port Hope - Parks, Recreation and Culture Pick up your copy of our June Parks and Rec Month calendar, activity booklet, physical activity toolkit for older adults June 2 - Splash Pad Fun!Visit Wladyka Park and check out the splash pad and playground! Rose Glen Road. June 3 - Toonie SwimCome join us for a toonie swim where the admission fee is only $2.00 per patron. Time: 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. June 4 - Heroes Highway RideThe Heroes Highway Ride & Rally is Canada's largest 100% FREE event to demonstrate our support of all who have served, and do serve. Time: 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Highway Heroes Ride - Event Calendar June 5 - Be activeBe active and skip rope or go for a bike ride. June 6 - Heads up for Healthier BrainsThe presentation offers tips and strategies about how we can maintain or even improve our brain health as we age Provided by the Alzheimer’s Society (Age 55+) Time: 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. June 7 - Virtual Workshop - Preventing ScamsScams are an issue that can be prevented by through awareness, social support, and reporting. Join us to learn how! This event is for seniors who are ages 55 years and older. Time: 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Please email RClarkeCentre@porthope.ca to receive access to the Zoom link. June 8 - Free Outdoor Yoga FlowYoga Flow involves continuous movement from start to finish with focus on breath and body alignment. This class will take place at Memorial Park. Please come dressed appropriately for weather. Time: 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Location: Memorial Park June 9 - Virtual Chair YogaLet go of stress and unwind bringing balance and relaxation into your life. Please email RClarkeCentre@porthope.ca to receive access to the Zoom link. This event is for adults 18 years of age and older. Time: 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Location: Virtual - Held on Zoom June 10 - Youth Midnight BasketballJoin us for some basketball fun! We will have some challenges, prizes, and refreshments Time: 7:00 p.m. to Midnight Location: Town Park Recreation Centre Free event June 10 - Outdoor Interval WorkoutThis workout combines short bursts of intense activity with longer intervals of less intense activity. This class will take place outside of Town Park Recreation Centre Time: 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Location: Town Park Recreation Centre Ages: 18 Years and older Note: In case of rain, event will be moved to Jack Burger Sports Complex in the Community room June 11 - Free Public SwimJoin us for a free public swim, there will be limits and restrictions on maximum number of guests allowed in at one time. (Maximum: 100 People) Time: 2:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Location: Jack Burger Sports Complex June 12 - Shop and Eat LocalVisit the link below to see great options to shop or eat locally. https://www.visitporthope.ca/en/index.aspx June 13 - Laughter Yoga Ages 55+Discover how important laughter really is to achieve a balanced, healthy, and joyful life! Time: 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. This is a free event June 14 - Free Drop-in BasketballCome to our free drop-in basketball, we are offering two different programs, one for the whole family and a second one for adults 18 years and older. Family Basketball: 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Adult Basketball 18 Years and older: 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Location: Town Park Recreation Centre June 15 - Free Art TherapyFeel your stress and worries melt away while painting a themed portrait. All supplies are provided at no cost. Ages: 55 Years and older Time: 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Location: Town Park Recreation Centre June 16 - Family SwimOne child free with every paying adult. For our family swim, regardless of age, all children ages 14 and under are to go in the water with an adult 18 years and older. Time: 6:15 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. Location: Jack Burger Sports Complex June 17 - Visit the LibraryVisit the Port Hope Library to learn more about their summer programs such as TD Reading Club and Summer Tutoring for childing in kindergarten to grade 8. June 18 - Explore Parks and TrailsVisit the link below to find the nearest park or trail in Port Hope https://www.porthope.ca/en/things-to-do/parks-trails-and-green-spaces.aspx June 19 - Visit the Fish Ladder and have a picnic at the parkGo for an adventure and experience the exciting trails and parks by visiting the fish ladder or have a quiet picnic at the park. June 20 - Free Outdoor Hatha YogaPostures are practiced to align, strengthen and promote flexibility in the body. This class will take place at Wladyka Park. Time: 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Location: Wladyka Park June 21 - Freezies at the Skate ParkCome show our staff your skate park skills and get a free freezie! Time: 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Location: Town Park Recreation Centre - Skate park June 22 - Try the Fitness Loop at the Ganaraska RiverGo outside and experience our fitness loop at he Ganaraska River where you can work out as well as go for a hike. June 23 - Total Body WorkoutThis full body workout will get your heart pumping and your body moving. Ages: 18 Years and older Time: 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Location: Town Park Recreation Centre June 24 - Paint a Rock!Find a flat rock and use your imagination to paint fun and personal works of art! Place in your home garden or a safe place for all to see. June 25 - Create Some Sidewalk Chalk ArtFind that chalk bin in the garage or storage closet and create some chalk art. Try to create a chalk hop scotch, this is great way to stay active while having fun! June 26 - Flower and Garden PridePlant a flower or go for a walk and take a picture of your favourite garden or plant along the way June 27 - Free Intro to BroadwayBroadway jazz dancing is distinguished by its emphasis on exaggerated movements, high energy, and storytelling. Ages: 55 Years and older Time: 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. June 28 - Decorate for Canada Day!Decorate with all of your Canadian pride, put up flags around your house or in your yard. June 29 - Visit the BeachBring out the sunscreen and head to the beach, make sure to bring water to stay hydrated! June 30 - Free Outdoor MovieJoin us for an outdoor movie in Memorial Park. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs to our open air theatre in downtown Port Hope. Show time is dusk. Film: To Be Announced A fun and free family activity, under the stars. Note: Rain venue: Fall Fair Centre, 62 McCaul Street The Movies in the Park program offers four outdoor movie nights in Port Hope. All the date are: June 30, July 13, July 27 & August 10. |
Terms and Conditions of June is Recreation and Parks Month |
Free Prize Draw – Terms and Conditions1. By entering the prize draw you are agreeing to these prize draw terms and conditions. Eligibility to Enter3. The prize draw is open to patrons on Wednesday June 1, 2022, from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., at Jack Burger Sports Complex and Town Park Recreation Centre, both located in Port Hope, Ontario, Canada. 4. Port Hope staff members and their family members are exempt from participating in this prize draw. How to Enter9. On Wednesday June 1, 2022, from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. The Municipality of Port Hope, the department of Parks, Recreation and Culture will be holding a Customer Appreciation event at both Jack Burger Sports Complex and Town Park Recreation Centre. To enter you must attend one of our event locations at the time of our Customer Appreciation event listed above. The Prize12. The prize draw will include:
Prize Two – One winner in total
13. The total ballots from both locations will be placed into one, and the winners will be randomly selected. Winner Announcement17. The winner will be notified after June 6, 2022, via email or phone number – contact information provided on the ballot at time of entry. Receipt of Prize20. There will be a 14-day period after communication with the prize winner that they or a mutually agreed upon individual, will be able to pick up their prize at either Jack Burger Sports Complex or Town Park Recreation Centre during business hours. Data Protection and Publicity21. By entering the draw, you are giving consent to the Municipality of Port Hope to use any personal information for the purpose of administering the draw. General23. The Municipality of Port Hope reserves the right to cancel the draw or amend these terms and conditions at any time, without prior notice.
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