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Snowman Mania In Wasaga Beach Starts Tomorrow

Snowman Mania February 12th to 15th in Wasaga Beach

*What better way to get around to all the events then to ‘Ride the Wave’. Purchase your collectors Snowman Mania button for $2.00 and get free transportation all weekend long. The button also allows you to access the many amenities at the Wasaga Beach YMCA for the duration of the weekend. Limited buttons are available for purchase at the Chamber of Commerce, Foodland, Boston Pizza, 97.7 The Beach, Beach Builders Home Hardware, Canadian Tire, RBC Royal Bank, TD Canada Trust – both locations, The Wasaga Sun, Wasaga IDA Pharmacy and Wasaga Beach YMCA*

Friday February 12
Make and Take 10:30am – 11:30am. Children ages 2 to 6 are invited to make and take crafts at the library. This free event is sponsored by Early Years Learning Centre. Please call 446-0816 to register.

Winter Crafts 2:00pm – 3:00pm. If you are between the ages of 6 – 10 and would like to explore your crafty side please join us at the library for Winter Crafts. This is a free event but please register by calling 429-5481.

Outdoor Skating 5:00pm – 9:00pm. Come enjoy skating under the stars. This free public event is taking place at the Oakview Woods outdoor skating rink. Sponsored by the Town of Wasaga Beach.

BINGO doors open at 5:30pm. The Lions Club of Wasaga Beach is hosting a special edition of Friday night BINGO. Come experience the fun and have a chance to win the $1,000 jackpot. Located at the Lions Den inside the RecPlex.

Chili Cook-off 5:30pm – 7:00pm. Ready-Set-Cook! The official kickoff to Snowman Mania wouldn’t be complete without a chili cook-off. Local teams have been formed and have been working hard to perfect their chili. Come taste for yourself and be the judge. Dress warm because this event is held outdoor at the RecPlex. Sponsored by Wasaga Beach Foodland and the Wasaga Beach Chamber of Commerce.

Youth Valentines Dance 7:00pm – 9:00pm. What better way to celebrate Valentines Day then a dance. This event is for grades 5 – 8 and is taking place inside the gymnasium at the RecPlex. Tickets are $5.00 and must be purchased in advance at the RecPlex office or the Wasaga Beach Chamber of Commerce.
Saturday February 13

Discovery Ski/Scavenger Hunt 9:00am – 4:00pm. Enjoy everything the Wasaga Nordic Centre has to offer but with a twist. Bring the family out to discover skiing and take part in a scavenger hunt. Ski rentals are available.

Wasaga Beach Snowmobile Club Poker Run 9:00am – 4:00pm. For all you die hard snowmobiler’s this event is for you! Starting at the Wasaga Beach Snowmobile Club House hands are just $10 each or 3 for $25. For more information please contact Ron at 715-2779.

Event Mania 10:00am – 4:00pm Come celebrate what winter is all about…FUN! We have something for every member of the family.Performances by the Lumber Jack Company – 11:00am, 1:00pm, 3:00pm Ice Carving Demonstrations – 10:30am, 1:30pm.Hot Air Balloon Rides (weather permitting) – 11:00 – 4:00pm. Sleigh rides, snowshoeing, face painting, pony rides and MORE! All activities are taking place at the Stonebridge Town Centre. Sponsored by Stonebridge Town Centre and the Town of Wasaga Beach.

Snowshoeing 12:00pm – 2:00pm.Discover snowshoeing with the entire family. This free event is taking place at the Oakview Woods Gazebo. Come stroll through the woods, follow the nature signs and test your skills. No experience is required. Snowshoes will be provided. Sponsored by the Ganaraska Hiking Club of Wasaga Beach.

Fire Show and Winter Fireworks Display 7:00pm.Performing LIVE before the fireworks Fire Guy! A one hour fire show taking place at the Stonebridge Town Centre. Come out to see amazing fire eating, fire juggling and tricks that will amaze the whole family! To wrap up the evening fireworks will light up the sky at the Stonebridge Town Centre. Sponsored by Stonebridge Town Centre and the Town of Wasaga Beach.
Sunday February 14

Pancake Breakfast 9:00am – 12:00pm. Bring the entire family out to enjoy a delicious pancake breakfast at the Wasaga Beach Lion’s Den located within the RecPlex. An Olympic torch runner will be on location for pictures with the Torch. Adults $5 children $3 a maximum of $15 per family.

Shop the Beach and Win Draw 12:00pm. Make sure to get your ballot in! Presented by the Wasaga Beach Chamber of Commerce the Shop the Beach and Win campaign will be having its final draw in the Canadian Tire parking lot. The first price winner will be awarded a $500 shopping spree and second place will be awarded $250 shopping spree. Sponsored by 97.7 the Beach and the Town of Wasaga Beach.

Toboggan Party 1:00pm – 3:30pm. It’s the biggest and fastest hill in Wasaga Beach located at the Wasaga Sands Park. Bring your toboggan and enjoy an afternoon of fun. Hot dogs and hot chocolate will be available. Sponsored by Wasaga Beach Rotary Club and the Wasaga Beach Kinette Club.

Snow Sculpting 2:00pm – 4:00pm. Lighthouse Community Church will be hosting a snow sculpture event for families at 800 Sunnidale Road on Sunday. A light snack and hot chocolate will served following. Families are asked to bring their own shovels, food coloring and any other tools or props they will need for their design.

Puppet Show 3:00pm. Family themed puppet show taking place at the Wasaga Beach Public Library. The show has free admission and is open to all ages
Monday February 15

Family Skate 1:00pm – 3:00pm. What better way to celebrate Family Day than coming out to the Wasaga Stars Arena for a FREE family Skate. Come meet Canadian Basketball Olympian Rowan Barrett, who has played on the National Team, as well as the Toronto Raptors. Bring your camera to get a picture with the 2010 Olympic Torch and with a Canadian Olympian. Plus enter to win free prizes including an authentic Team Canada Olympic Hockey Sweater autographed by the entire 2010 Canadian Olympic Women’s Team. This all age event is sponsored by Royal Bank Wasaga Beach Branch.

YMCA 10:00am – 5:00pm. Bring the family out to the Wasaga Beach YMCA for a full day of family fun. Make sure you purchase your Snowman Mania button to access the YMCA for free!

Cross County Skiing and Snowshoeing 9:00am – 5:00pm. Come enjoy over 7 ski trails at the Wasaga Nordic Centre. From novice to expert the Wasaga Nordic Centre is your one stop shop for family fun. Ski and snowshoe rentals are available.

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