SnoSpree kicks off today (January 31st, 2022) in the City of Pembroke.
Recreation Programmer Sarah Frederick says they had a plan for only virtual events, but when Ontario announced that some of the COVID-19 restrictions would ease up, staff were able to add some in-person activities.
Audio PlayerAs part of SnoSpree, the City of Pembroke is hosting “Winter’s Biggest Fan Contest” with a fun variety of prizes for the winning fans. The city wants to see your backyard rink, snow sculpture, favourite sliding hill, ice fishing shack or whatever you love to do in the winter months. Pictures of videos can be sent to recreation@pembroke.ca or sent to the City of Pembroke on Facebook.
Audio PlayerFrederick says they also have a “Golden Ticket Snowshoe” event. She says a sticker is hidden on a pair of snowshoes you can rent from the city, and if you find the golden ticket, you win your own pair of snowshoes. Snowshoes can be rented by emailing recreation@pembroke.ca or calling 613-735-6821 ext. 1501.
As part of the 2022 edition of SnoSpree, there’s also a virtual tour of the Champlain Trail Museum, a CD Vinyl Snowflake Coaster crafting event, public skates, swims, chair yoga, virtual trivia, a movie night at Festival Hall, an Ice Water Challenge, outdoor giant lawn games and inflatables with Lumber Kings Hockey Sunday night at the Pembroke Memorial Centre.
Frederick says they will also have a “Date Night at Home” with a charcuterie appetizer from Little Things Canning, homemade pizza kits from Joe’s Pizzeria with a dessert box from 7th Heaven Sweets.
She adds more information on all the activities planned for SnoSpree are available online.
Audio PlayerA full schedule of events can be found on the City of Pembroke’s website.
Free skates at the Pembroke Memorial Centre
- Wednesday, February 2nd from 11:00am to 12:00pm
- Friday, February 4th, from 7:00pm to 8:00pm
- Sunday, February 6th, from 2:00pm to 3:00pm
All family skates during SnoSpree require a ticket due to limited spaces available. Skates are limited to 50 skaters per hour.
Free swims at the Kinsmen Pool
- Friday, February 4th from 6:00pm to 6:40pm
- Friday, February 4th from 7:00pm to 7:40pm
- Sunday, February 6th, from 3:00pm to 3:40pm
Booking in advance is required for swims as space is limited. To book a swim call the Kinsmen Pool at 613-735-6821 ext. 1506.
Date Night at Home
Enjoy a nice charcuterie appetizer from Little Things Canning Company, homemade pizza kits from Joe’s Pizzeria for dinner and dessert box from 7th Heaven Sweets! Prices are $45 per couple! Deadline to register is February 1st at 4:00pm. Register by calling the Recreation Department at 613-735-6821 ext. 1501 or emailing recreation@pembroke.ca.
Chair Yoga
Thursday, February 3rd from 10:00am to 11:00am. Join AWE Yoga Online (Registration Required). Chair Yoga is yoga practiced sitting in a chair or standing using the chair for support. Everyone is welcome! Classes are beginner-friendly and taught in a gentle, friendly manner. To register contact the Parks and Recreation Department at 613-735-6821 ext. 1501 or recreation@pembroke.ca
Virtual Trivia
Takes place Friday, February 4th from 7:00pm to 10:00pm. Funds raised from virtual trivia will support the Renfrew County Child Poverty Action Network (CPAN) for Operation Snowsuit. All ages are welcome with maximum team sizes of six people. Trivia cost is $30 per team.
Giant Lawn Games and Inflatable Activities
On Saturday, February 5th, there will be giant lawn games and inflatable activities for the whole family at the Pembroke Marina from 1:00pm to 4:00pm.
Free Movie Cruella at Festival Hall
Saturday, February 5th starting at 7:00pm. Doors will open at 6:00pm. Tickets are required for everyone in attendance, as well as proof of vaccination for everyone 12 years of age and older.
Ice Water Challenge
Saturday and Sunday join the Pembroke & Laurentian Handi-Bus in a new twist on the polar dip. Send a video of you pouring ice water over your head, along with your pledges and you will get featured on their Facebook page as the Ice Water Challenge Champion. Pledge forms available at pembrokehandibus@bellnet.ca.
