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By Rossland Recreation
The Recreation Department is working on the Spring Brochure, which will be available mid-March and cover the months of April, May and June. If you’re new to town and interested in teaching a hobby or skill that you enjoy, please contact us to discuss opportunities for running a program. If you represent a local organization and you have events during that time period that you’d like to advertise, please email us with the information, at recreation@rossland.ca
Mark your calendars for the SD20 meeting at RSS, next week, on Tuesday, February 12 at 7:00pm. There has been some discrepancy about the time – some information indicates 6:30pm, some indicates 7:00pm. Get there at 6:30pm and you’ll be sure to get a seat, as it’s anticipated that the Gymnasium will be full. This is the School Board’s second reading in their decision making process regarding the schools configurations in Rossland.
Basketball at RSS has cancelled on Tuesday, February 12 due to the SB Meeting. The REC Department posts updated course information and cancellations on Facebook, Bhubble and Rossland.ca – Program Guide, page. If you’re a Facebook fan, “like” us on Facebook and you’ll get Recreation updates delivered right to you.
Folk Dancing at the Miners Hall is a great way to meet new people, get some exercise and learn a few new moves! The dancing style is a blend of English Country – the village and court dances from the Jane Austin era and American Contra – the barn dancing, square dancing style. No complicated steps are required, just a desire to have fun and move to the beat! Facilitated by Dave Cornelius, Folk Dancing is offered once a month, on Thursdays, in the Miners Hall. This month the date is Thursday, February 7 from 7:00-9:00pm. The cost is $8.00 drop in.
The Lil’ Gretzky’s Preschool Hockey Program is going to continue as a drop in program on Mondays from 3:15-4:15pm. This is a fun introduction to skating, holding a stick and moving the puck around. Parent participation is required for this preschool program. Helmets and skates are a requirement for both. The program will run until March 11, except for Monday February 11, which is the new Family Day Statutory Holiday.
Red Mountain has night skiing and boarding, every Thursday night from January 17 through to February 21. The Red Carpet and T-Bar are open from 6:00-9:00pm every Thursday. If you want to make an evening of it, Rafters is open with their family friendly dinner menu, available on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. Please contact Red Mountain at 250-362-7384 for pricing or check their website at, www.redresort.com .
If you’re new to town and wondering about drop in hockey, there are several opportunities to lace up your skates and join the locals! On Thursdays you can play from 1:45-3:15pm with Johann’s Hockey. On Tuesday nights the Co-Ed REC Hockey runs from 9:45-11:00pm and the Sunday hockey runs from 9:15-10:30pm. The drop in fee is $10.00 per person, or you can purchase a 10X pass at the REC Department, for $80.00. Sr.’s Hockeyis running in the Arena on Friday mornings from 9:30-10:45am. This ice time is for Senior and/or “laid back” players who are committed to ensuring a fun and safe game of hockey. Players are expected to play in the spirit of fellowship and sportsmanship. All abilities are encouraged and welcome! For more information, please contact the program coordinator, Mike Ramsey at m.ramsey@telus.net. The Saturday Co-Ed Rec Hockey has cancelled, so make sure you take advantage of the Tuesday /Thursday/Friday/ Sunday ice times.
Interested in Hip Hop & Jazz? The classes are running on both Tuesdays and Wednesdays. The Tuesday classes are running in the Annex from 3:00-3:45pm for 5-6 year olds and 4:00-5:00pm for 7-9 year olds. On Wednesdays, the classes are held at the Miners Hall from 3:15-4:15for kids 5-6 years. The classes are taught by Meg Wadsworth and are guaranteed to be high energy, addictive and fun!
Public Skatingfor the week of February 4 – 10, is on Wednesday, February 6 from 6:30-7:45pm, Friday February 8 from 5:00-6:30pm and Sunday, February 10, from 2:30-4:00pm and 6:00-7:30pm. For more information about admission prices and skate rentals, please log on to the City’s website, at www.rossland.ca. The information can be found under the City Hall, Arena page.
If you’re a parent of a preschooler, there’s a new Parent & Child Mother Goose Program running on Saturdays, from 11:00am to 12:00pm, starting January 12 and running until March 16. This program is offered through the Public Library for babies 6-18 months and their parents. To reserve a place, please contact the Children’s Librarian, Lynn Amann, at children@rossland.bclibrary.caor by phone, at 250-362-7611.
The outdoor rink is located on 3rd Ave, between Spokane and Washington and weather permitting is open to the Public. Red Mountain also has an outdoor ice rink for the public’s use and the rental department has a small fleet of rental skates available.
The Rossland Public Library is offering a 3:00pm “Movies & Munchies” program, every third Wednesday of the month. Kids will enjoy five different cartoons from the National Film Board – quirky, interesting independent films – while enjoying a healthy snack! For more information, contact the Library, at 250-362-7611 or info@rossland.bclibrary.ca.
