Your Island Playground Update: Spring & Summer Programs
29-Mar-12
Spring and summer programs: Get online!
Spring is here and that means it’s time for spring and summer program registration at MacDonald Island Park. Registration for all spring and summer programs opens online only on Thursday, April 5, so beat the lineups and get in the game, the pool, or your favourite fitness, art, or children’s class from the comfort of your own home.
In-person registration begins for Aquatic and Leisure Services programs only on Saturday, April 7, while in-person registration for all programs will begin on Tuesday, April 10.
More details on spring and summer programs will be released next week.
Easter Brunch extravaganza
We have released the deluxe menu and schedule of events for our annual Easter Brunch extravaganza, which takes place on April 8 from 10:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Nexen Field House. View all the details.
In addition to the prize giveaways and children’s activities, the menu put together by Executive Chef Jaimeet Kathuria is simply exquisite. Make a reservation for the Easter Brunch extravaganza by calling Guest Services at 780-791-0070.
Zumba or Aqua Zumba? How about both?
MacDonald Island Park will hold a Zumbathon in support of Relay for Life on Sunday, April 15. Zumba will take place from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. while the Aqua Zumba segment will run from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the Suncor Community Leisure Centre. Cost is a $20 donation to Relay for Life. Get in shape and support a great cause!
Stay sharp with summer hockey
MacDonald Island Park is partnering with Edge Hockey on the Edge Mountaineer 3-on-3 Hockey League this spring and summer. Registration begins on April 5 at macdonaldisland.ca.
Four age groups are available – Novice, Atom, Peewee, and Bantam/Midget – and the cost is $250 per player or $2,500 per team.
The league will run every Sunday from May through August between 8:45 a.m. and 4:45 p.m., with the exception of the final weekend, when games will be played on Saturday and Sunday. That’s 11 guaranteed games! All players will receive a complimentary jersey.
Weekend events
Join Mi Team in-person sessions: Friday 5:00-8:00 p.m.; Saturday 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Mac Movie Night at Syncrude Aquatic Centre: Friday, 7:30 p.m.
Enbridge Famous 5 Speakers, Heather Rankin: Friday, 7:00 p.m.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Wood Buffalo Curl for Kids Sake: Saturday
Squash Thaw 2012 presented by Prudential: Saturday and Sunday
