Parks and recreation

Swimming Lessons - Durham Wading Pool / Middle Dam *Registration Closed*

We are excited to be returning to our regular offering of Swim Lessons and Aquatics Programming at both the Durham Wading Pool and Middle Dam for the 2022 season! 

Greeted by smiling faces and small class sizes, kiddos have the opportunity to learn a critical life skill in a blended aquatics program spanning both a traditional swimming pool environment and open water swimming lessons in the beautiful Saugeen River at the Middle Dam! 

This year with bridge reconstruction, our lessons will be offered adapting to construction timelines and circumstances and may take place at either the wading pool or middle dam. We will try our best to schedule our lessons according to you and your swimmers needs.

Session 1 - Registration Closed

Session 2 - Registration Closed

Session 3 - Registration Closed

Session 4 - Registration Closed

Click here to view the 2022 registration forms

For more information please call 519-369-8633.

Paper registration forms can be picked up at either the West Grey Municipal office or Wading Pool. 

Public Swimming - Durham Wading Pool

This year with bridge reconstruction, our public swim schedule will be adapting due to construction timelines and circumstances. All updates regarding scheduling will be posted below. Please check back regularly for updates.

July: 

Day Swim: Monday - Friday 1:00pm - 3:30pm

Evening Swim: Tuesday & Thursday 6:30pm - 8:00pm

August 1-5:

Day Swim*: Monday - Friday 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Evening Swim: Tuesday & Thursday 6:30pm - 8:00pm

*no swim Monday August 1, 2022

Following August 5th all public swims will be suspended due to bridge construction.

Public Skating (Durham / Ayton) 

Friday Night Roller Skating - Neustadt Arena

Join us every Friday at the Neustadt Arena for Roller Skating - please call 519-665-7850 for availability

General Information:

The Neustadt Recreation Committee and West Grey Community Services is pleased to present the return of the Fall craft show.

Join us and over 99 vendors from all over Ontario to attend with their crafts, hobbies, home projects and more for the fall craft show.

Date: Saturday November 5^th

Time: 9:30 am -4:00 pm

Location: 210 Forler Street Neustadt Ontario

General Admission: $2.00 per. person (Cash Only)

Vendor information:

Vendor registration is currently full. Vendors wishing to be added the waitlist can do so by either registering online or contacting the West Grey Municipal Office at 519-369-2200

Registration open: Monday August 8, 2022 at 12:00 pm (Noon)

Price: $40.00 per booth (non-hydro) / $45.00 per booth (with hydro)

Booth Size: 10’ x 8’ / 10’ x 6’ (approximate)

Items Provided: 1 table, 2 chairs (additional tables and chairs will not be provided)

Maximum spaces: Vendors can book a maximum of two spaces. If booking more than 1 space, please confirm with the map below that the spaces are side-by-side

Vendor Setup: Friday November 4 (2:00 – 4:00 pm / 7:00 – 9:00 pm) / Saturday November 5 (7:00 – 9:15 am)

*West Grey is not responsible for items left during vendor setup. Vendors are asked to ensure their items are covered and secured.

Vendor cleanup: Saturday November 5, 2022 (4:00 pm). Vendors are asked to remain setup until 4:00 pm

To view booth placement click here

Registration information:

Registration opens: Monday August 8, 2022 at 12:00 pm (Noon). Registrations will not be accepted before

• Booth registration is based on a first come first serve basis. Booth number, placement, and locations from previous years will not be guaranteed.
• Hydro booths are only available at the exterior of the vendor floor. If you require a booth with hydro, please book accordingly. Vendors are required to bring their own extension cord / power bar. Booths with hydro only have access to a single 3-prong outlet.
• Multi Level Marketing (MLM) / Direct Sales vendors are asked to contact Kodey Hewlett, Corporate and Community Initiatives Officer prior to registering at 519-369-2200 x240 to ensure no repeat vendors
• Vendors are permitted to bring additional tables, chairs, storage etc. but it must fit within the bounds of the booth and cannot impede the walkway.
• Payment via cheque must be pre-arranged. Please contact Kodey Hewlett, Corporate and Community Initiatives Officer prior to registering at 519-369-2200 x240
• Cancelation after October 21, 2022 at 4:30 pm will result in forfeit or registration fee
• Multiple of the same vendor / item type can not be guaranteed
• All booth locations and placement are approximate and cannot be guaranteed. Booth switching or re-arranging will not be permitted.

To register click here (Registration opens Monday August 8 @ 12:00 Noon)

Need Help registering? Click here

 Bridge Group

Play / Learn Bridge: 

Date: Fridays starting September 30th

Time: 6:15 pm (Intro)  / 7:00-9:00 pm (Games)

Location: Durham Town Hall - Main Floor (185 George Street West, Durham) 

Cost: Free - No registration required

Details: Come out and learn how to play the game of Bridge with Tim Dyck, an experienced Bridge player with over 4 years of playing experience. Open to all! come on your own or bring a friend! 

Have questions? Please email timothybookbinder@gmail.com 

Durham Fitness Centre 

The Durham Fitness Centre is a non-profit gym managed by a volunteer Board of Directors. The DFC is a hidden gem that has all the workout equipment you could need! Memberships include access to classes and the sauna. The DFC is here to contribute to your journey to achieve and maintain physical and mental health, wellness, and a sense of community!

Location: 245 Elm St E, Durham, ON

Phone: 519-369-6361

E-mail: durhamfitcentre@eastlink.ca

Check out their website for more information: www.durhamfitnesscentre.ca