by The Family Day weekend is shaping up to be a busy one in South Simcoe.
From a massive book sale to multiple public skating options, there will be plenty of ways for your mind and body to get a workout Saturday, Sunday and Monday.
Here’s what’s planned for Bradford and Innisfil in the coming days:
Lace up those skates
A free family skate is being hosted by Barrie-Innisfil MP John Brassard and MPP Andrea Khanjin at the Gold Rink in the Innisfil Recreation Complex (7315 Yonge St.) on Saturday, Feb. 17 from 10:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. There will also be hot chocolate.
Free open swimming
As part of Winter Weekends, the YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka’s Innisfil branch is hosting free open swim sessions for town residents Feb. 17. Dive in anytime between 1:30 and 3:30 p.m. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Bring photo identification if you are 18 or older. The Y is located in the Innisfil Recreation Complex. For more information, call the organization at 705-431-9622.
The India Factor: Speaker Presentation
Innisfil Historical Society members will hear about the experiences of recent immigrants Loki Swain and Su Sahu Feb. 17 at 2 p.m. In this inspiring presentation, Loki will talk about his remarkable journey from Bangalore to Canada. Plus, plan to taste some Indian refreshments after his talk. Everyone is welcome to attend and admission is free. This event takes place at the Knock Heritage School House (7756 10 Sideroad).
Big book sale
Visit the Bradford West Gwillimbury Public Library (425 Holland St. W.) on Sunday, Feb. 18, from 1 to 4 p.m., for a giant used-book sale. The event is presented by the Friends of the Library. More details are available at calendar.townofbwg.com.
Family Day public skating hits the ice Bradford
The BWG Leisure Centre (471 West Park Ave.) will host all-ages public skating on Monday, Feb. 19 at 9:30 a.m. Everyone who participates in this leisure program should consider wearing a helmet and gloves while on the ice. Children nine years old or younger must be accompanied by a parent or guardian, while food, drinks, skating aids, sticks, pucks, balls, sleds, chairs and strollers are not permitted. More details can be found at calendar.townofbwg.com.
The Way We Were
Innisfil’s historical society caps off its busy weekend by asking residents to take a step back in time for ‘The Way We Were’ Feb. 19 from 1 to 4 p.m. Learn new ‘old’ skills like mending a sock, sewing buttons and polishing silverware. The event takes place at Knock School.
