Howick Community Centre
45088 Harrsiton Rd

Ice time available tonight at 9:00pm last minute rate of $70(includes tax) applies Call 5193353883 to book now

Quick Reminder! People attending the facility for Figure Skating or Hockey this evening are asked to enter east driveway (closest to Fordwich) and Park in the south parking lot ( closest to road in front of building). The sidewalk will allow for participants to enter their designated pods. This is a measure to accommodate the drive by Parade this evening. Thanks for your cooperation and sorry for inconvenience.... Stay Safe and watch for vehicles.

Looking for some cheap ice time? Try these times for only $70.00 including taxes. Covid restrictions in place please contact us at 5193353883 for full details

This Friday! don't forget to come out and support our Optimists

Pod Assignments Oct 10th Howick U8 Pod A Howick U7 Pod B Howick U9 Pod A Howick U11 Pod B... Upper Maitland U11 Pod A Private Rental Pod B See more

Pod Assignments Oct. 9th Private Rental Pod A Howick U13 Pod B Howick U15 Pod A

Pod Assignments Oct.8 Howick U7 Pod A Howick U11 Pod B Saugeen Maitland U18 Pod A

Pod Assignments Oct.7th Howick U5 Pod A Howick U13 Pod B Upper Maitland U11 Pod A Upper Maitland U18 Pod B

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Pod Assignments October 6th Howick U8 Pod A Howick U9 Pod A Saugeen Maitland U11 Pod B Saugeen Maitland U15 Pod A

We are very excited to have the arena opening tonight for ice rentals! Please be sure to wear mask when not on the ice, sanitize your hands and sign in to the facility for contact tracing. Please come dressed to facility and you may put your skates on in the dressing room, Goalies are capable of dressing the room Pods and entrances are labeled and schedule is posted on library door ( entrance A) with Pod Assignments... Tonight's Schedule U11 Gold and Green POD A Entrance C 6:30pm U 15 Pod B entrance D 7:40pm Thank you for your cooperation and we look forward to a great season

Making some ice!

All painted! Looks.like a rink now

Still happening the rain has stopped and the sun is shining

Don't miss this great event Sunday September 13th

Blood donor clinic today September 8th. Visit blood.ca

We are pleased to announce that we will be installing the ice this season at the H.C.C. with a tentative start date of October 5TH. Ice time inquiries or questions please contact 5193353883 Please stay tuned for more info regarding the ice season as well as our Covid policy and procedures.

Don't miss the Blood Donor event September 8th at the Howick Community Centre.

The Howick Community Centre Auditorium is now reopen and accepting rentals for 50 people and under. The perfect venue for small gatherings. The AUD is fully accessible with a full elevator. The space also boasts a kitchen, a projector with pop down screen and has wi-fi throughout Bar service is available (fees extra). Ask about our bar profit sharing. ... Rent now for $40 per hour , $130 for half day or $260 for full day ( prices include taxes) Covid procedures and policies in place including enhanced cleaning and disinfection. please contact the Recreation Department for more info Bookings or inquires please call 5193353883 or email [email protected]

Howick Optimist Pool is closed for the season. The season was a great success , many smiling faces everyday. The support of the community and users was astounding and made the season enjoyable for all of the staff.... Thank you to the Lifeguards Carly, Meghan, Charlotte, Bronwyn and Anna. The staff did a fantastic job, met new challenges with ease and were amazing teachers for our youth. Thank you Howick Optimist Club for subsidizing local youth swimming lessons. Great generosity by a great service group! We had many unique challenges this year opening during the pandemic. I truly need to thank the Township of Howick for their willingness and support in the reopening of the pool. Thank you everyone who enjoyed the pool this season and we will see you next year!

Still time to register! Last session of swimming lessons for the season Don't miss out starts August 17th https://docs.google.com//1FAIpQLSfNbIpAvJ5DQ2G37i/viewform

A map for today's Road Tour. A copy will be available at the Howick Community Center Sunday afternoon. Please remember Social Distancing for event Volunteers safety as well as your own. https://goo.gl/maps/6Za5cEKZkg5epn8P6

Don't forget today! Huron County Cruisers hosting a car - truck - motorcycle tour in Howick Township, Sunday, July 26 2020.All vehicles who have attended our Cruise Nights in past years, as well new entries are invited to show off their vintage vehicles, as well as new vehicles. Spectators who have enjoyed the shows pre Covid are invited to bring out heir lawn chairs and enjoy the show throughout the streets in Fordwich, Gorrie,, Wroxeter and Belmore, as well as along the ...route., Vehicles meet at the Howick Community Centre, 45088 Harriston Road (Highway 87) by 1:00 p.m., leaving the Centre at 1:30 p.m sharp. All participants and spectators MUST remember social distancing (O.P.P. reminder). All vehicles must be licensed and insured, drivers must be at least 16 years of age, and licensed. The tour will go to Fordwich from the Centre, turning left onto Victoria street and right onto William, and right to pass the Fordwich Village Nursing Home, where residents will be watching for you. Then left onto County Road 30 again to Gough Line, to Gorrie Line, and through the village. Left Turn at Harriston Road to Wroxeter,, left to main street, follow to Brussels line. Right onto Brussels line to Harriston Road, and left onto Belmore Road just after the bridge. The tour will end at Belmore. We hope that people will be out along the route to see the wide variety of vehicles. It is difficult to go give times of passing your area, but we hope you will be patient and wait . A good chance to do some visiting ( 6 feet apart) with neighbours and friends. The Tour will be lead by the new Howick Fire Truck, a good opportunity to see it, as hopefully you never have to see it at a fire or other disaster! See more

Huron County Cruisers hosting a car - truck - motorcycle tour in Howick Township, Sunday, July 26 2020.All vehicles who have attended our Cruise Nights in past years, as well new entries are invited to show off their vintage vehicles, as well as new vehicles. Spectators who have enjoyed the shows pre Covid are invited to bring out heir lawn chairs and enjoy the show throughout the streets in Fordwich, Gorrie,, Wroxeter and Belmore, as well as along the route., Vehicles mee...t at the Howick Community Centre, 45088 Harriston Road (Highway 87) by 1:00 p.m., leaving the Centre at 1:30 p.m sharp. All participants and spectators MUST remember social distancing (O.P.P. reminder). All vehicles must be licensed and insured, drivers must be at least 16 years of age, and licensed. The tour will go to Fordwich from the Centre, turning left onto Victoria street and right onto William, and right to pass the Fordwich Village Nursing Home, where residents will be watching for you. Then left onto County Road 30 again to Gough Line, to Gorrie Line, and through the village. Left Turn at Harriston Road to Wroxeter,, left to main street, follow to Brussels line. Right onto Brussels line to Harriston Road, and left onto Belmore Road just after the bridge. The tour will end at Belmore. We hope that people will be out along the route to see the wide variety of vehicles. It is difficult to go give times of passing your area, but we hope you will be patient and wait . A good chance to do some visiting ( 6 feet apart) with neighbours and friends. The Tour will be lead by the new Howick Fire Truck, a good opportunity to see it, as hopefully you never have to see it at a fire or other disaster! See more

Playgrounds in Howick Township are now open to the public. Please note social distancing (2m) is required and since the equipment is not disinfected you are to use at your own risk. Play safe!

Gorrie Gators Swim team Registration click link below https://docs.google.com//1FAIpQLSeunbl896JPTW-rDW/viewform

We have added another session of afternoon lessons! August 17th-27th will be afternoon lessons REGISTER HERE... https://docs.google.com//1FAIpQLSfNbIpAvJ5DQ2G37i/viewform

Still Time to register for our Next swimming lesson session starting July 20th https://docs.google.com//1FAIpQLSfNbIpAvJ5DQ2G37i/viewform

Swimming lessons are cancelled this afternoon due to weather

Due to the weather Aquafit and lane swim is cancelled for this evening

Register Now for July 20th Swimming lesson session Follow Link Here https://docs.google.com//1FAIpQLSfNbIpAvJ5DQ2G37i/viewform Schedule... 9:00am Swimmer 1/2 Swimmer 9/10 9:30am Swimmer 2 9:45am Swimmer 4 10:00am Pre School A/b/c 10:15am Swimmer 5/6 10:30am Swimmer 3 11:00am Parent & Tot 1/2/3/ & Swimmer 7/8 See more

Howick pool is officially open!

Howick Optimist Pool Swimming Lesson Registration OPEN! Register now for swimming lessons OPEN TO EVERYONE ( no requirement to live in the township.)... Howick Optimist are again subsidizing each lesson by $25 (Howick residents only receive the subsidy). Private and Semi- Private Lessons available please contact 5193353883 to book yours for more information please call 5193353883 or register on link below https://docs.google.com//1FAIpQLSfNbIpAvJ5DQ2G37i/viewform Please Note NEW SCHEDULE for lessons July Evening Sessions 4:00pm Swimmer 2 Swimmer 5 4:30pm Pre School A Swimmer 3 5:00pm Swimmer 1 Swimmer 6 5:30pm Preschool B&C Swimmer 4 6:00pm Parent & Tot 1/2/3 Swimmer 7/8 July and August Daytime sessions 9:00am Swimmer 1/2 Swimmer9/10 9:30am Swimmer 3 Swimmer 4 10:00am Swimmer 6 Pre School A/b/c 10:30am Swimmer 5 11:00am Parent & Tot 1/2/3/ Swimmer 7/8

Need to cool down this summer? Have the pool to yourself, bring your family and friends! Starting July 6th

Howick Optimist Pool Swimming Lesson Registration OPEN! Register now for swimming lessons OPEN TO EVERYONE ( no requirement to live in the township.)... Howick Optimist are again subsidizing each lesson by $25 (Howick residents only receive the subsidy). Private and Semi- Private Lessons available please contact 5193353883 to book yours for more information please call 5193353883 or register on link below https://docs.google.com//1FAIpQLSfNbIpAvJ5DQ2G37i/viewform

Howick Township is pleased to announce that the Howick Optimist Pool will be opening for 2020 season. The pool will have restrictions in light of Covid 19 and social distancing practices will be enforced There will be no Public Swims... Swimming lesson registration is now open either online register here https://docs.google.com//1FAIpQLSfNbIpAvJ5DQ2G37i/viewform or by phone 519-335-3883. For everyone who registered early to hold your spot please note that the session dates have changed. June 23rd-July 3rd is now July 6th to 16th July 7th -17th is now July 20th-30th July 21st-31st is now August 3rd to 13th August 6th to 16th is now August 17th -27th Your spots are held and move forward to the new time slot. if you wish to change your registration please call 5193353883. The Howick Optimist are again subsidizing registrations for swimming lessons to Howick Township Residents of $25 each Private lessons are available by registering here Adult Aquafit Mondays and Fridays 6:00am-8:00am and Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 7:00pm to 8:00pm must register here https://docs.google.com//1FAIpQLScY6jmKjuPM5kAS1-/viewform Lane Swims Mondays and Fridays 7:00am Tuesday Wednesday Thursday 8:00pm Must Register here https://docs.google.com//1FAIpQLSfeZD22bEzqBaIaKw/viewform Private/ Family rentals of the pool for groups up to 10 children under 14 and 10 adults, are available for $80 including tax per hour. Call 519 335 3883 to book yours Children taking lessons that are under 10 or have not passed swimmer level 3 will be required to be accompanied by an adult that must help them in the pool. The change rooms are not available for changing and swimmers must come and leave dressed. Change rooms are only to be used for washroom facilities and showering into the pool. Any person requiring a life jacket must provide their own.

Official Statement 161st Howick-Turnberry Fall Fair The Howick-Turnberry Fall Fair has become a focal point to life in Howick & Turnberry. It is a time for us t...o come together as a community to not only celebrate Agriculture, but also Rural Life. We began in 1859 as a celebration of the Harvest; of another successful year in the fields. It has allowed us to show off our prize vegetables or flowers, demonstrate our hand crafting skills, display the products of our home kitchens, or take pride in our best crops. For those not exhibiting their talents, it has provided an opportunity to come home. To re-connect with old friends and neighbours and catch up over a piece of pie. No summer was complete until the Howick-Turnberry Fall Fair had come and gone. The fair has changed in many ways over the past 160 years. This change has followed the growth of not only society, but our community. Today, we are living in unprecedented times. We must come together by staying apart. Although we would love nothing more than to host this anticipated annual reunion of friends and neighbours, it is with heavy hearts that we must cancel the 161st Howick-Turnberry Fall Fair. The Board of Directors knows that in order to ensure our friends and neighbours are able to join us again next year, we must celebrate this season from our homes. We want to ensure that our countless volunteers, exhibitors, and visitors are safe. Although this was a tough decision to make, we know that next years reunion will be even sweeter. Although 2020 will look different for our community, we look forward to a celebration of coming back together in 2021! Until then, Stay Safe my Friends, Neighbours, and Community. Sincerely, David Scherpenzeel President Howick Agricultural Society On Behalf of the 2020 Board of Directors See more

Howick Pool lesson Registration is now open. We are currently taking registration online or by phone. Under the current condtions of Covid 19 we are not able to determine a firm opening date for the pool. The registration will hold your spot for your selected lesson but payments will not be collected until the opening date is confirmed.... Please click on link below to regsiter online or call 519-335-3883 to register over the phone https://docs.google.com//1FAIpQLSfNbIpAvJ5DQ2G37i/viewform Once again the Howick Optimist are planning to subsidize swimming lessons and provide free public swims. The Township of Howick wishes to thank them for their generous support and for always being a great friend to our youth.

Quarantine Quick fact! Today we look at the history and primary functions of mechanical refrigeration The heart of our facilty is the refrigeration plant, this what removes the heat from the building enabling us to produce ice. ... So what is refrigeration? Refrigeration is the removal of heat from an area or substance in a controlled environment. Essentially the removal of heat to achieve temperatures below the ambient temperature. Modern Refrigeration can be attributed to many different inventors, although the first working prototype of these ideas is credited to Dr. John Gorrie. Gorrie created and patented the first system that would use the compression of gas and condensers to remove heat from an area. The invention was used to cool patients that were suffering from yellow fever. Gorrie's prototype is the basis of all refrigeration today. Arena refrigeration Although there are several types of cooling agents most arenas utilize Ammonia (NH3) as their primary refrigerant and Brine ( calcium chloride) as their secondary, this system type is call indirect expansion. Indirect expansion sends the brine to a closed loop system underneath the arena floor which removes the heat from the building. The brine is then cycled through pipes in the Ammonia Chiller to remove the heat from the brine. Ammonia has a very low boiling point so the heat that ammonia absorbs from the brine will inturn make the ammonia boil into a low temperature vapour. The vapour is then pulled into the compressor where it will be compressed into to a high temperature gas (240F). The high temperature gas will enter the condenser where water is sprayed over the pipes thus rapidly cooling the gas. The rapid cooling turns the heat into steam and this steam is released from the top of the condenser. The ammonia will now return back to the chiller as a low temperature liquid ready to cool the brine again. Main components Brine system located under the floor and pumped out to remove heat before turning to chiller. Chiller This is where the ammonia absorbs heat from the brine. Compressors Where the ammonia is compressed to a high temp gas Condenser Where the Ammonia is returned back to a cooling state. The heat from building leaves here as steam Check us out again for more quick facts

Quarantine Quick Fact! Let's look at the History of the ice resurfacer or as some call it the Zamboni. The first ice resurfacer was built in 1947 by Frank J. Zamboni. Zamboni owned and operated the Iceland skating rink in Paramount California. Frank found a need to create a machine that would increase revenues by shortening the time to perform ice maintenance. ... Built on the chassis of a surplus Jeep Willys, he would create his first Machine for testing. By 1949 he was ready to release a new and improved Model A for sale. The machine first garnered interest by being used by world class figure skater Sonja Henie during her cross country tour. The first Machine in the NHL was used by the Boston Bruins in 1954, this particular Machine #21 is on display at the hockey Hall of Fame. Over the years the company has used a few different types of power plants to operate the machines, from a Volkswagen Beetle motor, Hyundai 2L and GMC 3L Canadian Ice Resurfacer. In 1967 Andrew Schlupp from Elmira Ontario would come to create Canada's first manufactured ice resurfacer. The orginal machine was a tractor mounted unit while their first self propelled machine was later created in 1974. Today Resurfice Corporation located in Elmira and proud makers of the Olympia ice resurfacer are still a family run business. Olympia's are manufactured using GMC power plants( typically a 305ci V8) and drivetrains. In 2016 the company shifted from the GMC drivetrain to a hydrostatic drive to cut down on computerized components, although they would still utilizie GM engines. Olympia has been aggressive in developing Battery powered machines, In 1998 they developed the world's first NiCad battery powered machine and continue to improve on their technology. While there are a few more brands of Ice resurfacers worldwide, in Canada the two main competitors are Zamboni in Olympia. Checks us out again tomorrow for another quick fact.

Quarantine quick facts Yesterday we talked about some of the first rinks in the world today let's look at the history of rinks in Howick. Although the first artificial ice arena wasn't built in Howick until 1973. There were other natural ice rinks in our community. ... Wroexter Wroexeter's first rink shed was built In the 1890's. A newer building was constructed in 1921 and was used publically until 1974. Gorrie Gorrie opened their first rink shed in 1897, the building had two additions built in 1905 and 1926. The building was used publically until 1974. Fordwich Fordwich constructed their first rink shed in 1921. At the time of opening skating was 15 cents per adult and 10 cents per child. The building was publically used until 1973. Belmore Community Centre. The Original Arena was built in 1950 as natural ice facility with an ice plant being added in 1974. In 1967 the facility needed a new roof and it was suggested that selling maple syrup could pay for the renovations which led to the creation of the maple syrup festival. By 1977 the arena would be deemed unsafe by the government and planning began to construct a new facility. The current facility opened in 1978 at a cost of $830,000 it houses an ice sheet, curling sheets, an auditorium and library. The facility is home to the Maple Syrup Festival, Belmore figure skating club and been home to multiple WOAA championship teams. The facility has always been operated by a deidcated group of volunteers from the community. Howick Community Centre Opened in 1974 this was a large endeavour for the Township as the facility cost roughly $415,000 to complete. A proud moment for the comminity, the facility was proof of hard work and good planning. The end result was a state of the art rink to service the community faithfully for many years to come. Over the years many improvements to the facility have been completed including the addition of 4 large dressing rooms, library and an elevator. Home of the Howick Hornets, Upper Maitland Mustangs, Saugeen Maitland Lighting and Howick Figure Skating Club the arena is filled with young aspiring athletes on a regular basis. The arena has been home to WOAA, OMHA Silver Stick and Povincial championships teams. Check us out again tomorrow for another quick fact.

Quarantine Quick Facts. Did you know? The first mechanical artificial ice surface was built in London England and opened in 1876. The rink measured 40 feet x 24 feet and was strictly used for skating no hockey was ever played on the surface. ... The first artificial ice surface in Canada was built in Vancouver and opened in 1911. The arena was the second largest indoor arena in North America which seated 10000 spectators. The arena was home to the Vancouver Millionaires NHL club. Check us out for more Quick facts! We will be looking at the history of the arena industry and how ice is made.

In response to Covid-19 and in accordance with regulations set by the province. The parks, sports fields and playgrounds are all closed in Wroexter, Fordwich and Gorrie. Thank you for your cooperation

Due to the current conditions in regards to the Covid-19 pandemic, All playgrounds in Fordwich, Gorrie and Wroxeter are closed to the public.

Effective today at 2:00pm est. The Howick Community Centre will be closed to the public and scheduled events are cancelled. The facility will remain closed until further notice. We feel that protecting our patrons and our employees during this time is paramount. We will continually be evaluating the situation and will update accordingly.

Covid-19 update. The Howick Community Centre is continually monitoring the Covid-19 pandemic and planning. Alongside our partners and key stake holders we want to protect the health and safety of our patrons. During this period disinfection frequency of high touch areas (door handles, benches etc.) will be increased. Hand sanitizer is available inside front entrance for patrons. ... Please follow our Facebook page for updates For more information regarding Covid-19 please visit www.hpph.ca

Join us at the H.C.C. for March break

Public Skating tomorrow 12pm-2pm $3 per skater

Babysitters course scheduled for tomorrow will be postponed to later a date.