Community Centre Directory
Contact a community centre directly for information on rentals and programming! Use the side menu to see programs for a specific centre.
Current River Community Centre
450 Dewe Ave.
North End Community Centre
954 Huron Ave.
North McIntyre Community Centre
2051 Government Rd.
Website807-767-1400EmailFacebook
Oliver Road Community Centre
563 Oliver Rd.
South Neebing Community Centre
1841 Mountain Rd.
Website807-631-9076EmailFacebook
Vickers Heights Community Centre
1695 Broadway Ave.
Website807 577-4041EmailFacebook
West Arthur Community Centre
1914 W. Arthur St.
West Thunder Community Centre
915 Edward St. S.
Current River
Programs, Events & Activities
Fun Fitness!
Fun Fitness with Lisa Guerts
| DAYS | TIME | DESCRIPTION | COST |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesdays and Thursdays | 1:30 pm -2:30 pm | Cardio salsa dance moves, with weights and stretching. Cardio circuits using steps, balls, and weights. Please bring your own weights | Drop in fee $7.00 |
Call Lisa to register
Karate by Dinah Jung
Join us for Shin Ryn Karate!
| BEGINNERS | ADVANCED | TEEN ADULT | ADVANCED |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mondays 6-7pm | Mondays 7-8pm | Wednesdays 7-8pm | Wednesdays 7-9pm |
Call Dinah for info and to register:
Balance Fitness For Seniors
Fitness for Seniors by Lisa
| DAYS | TIMES | ONE SESSION FEE | TWO SESSION FEE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Every Tuesday and Thursday | 12-12:45pm | $3 | $5 |
Quilting and Crafting Group
| DAYS | TIME | DESCRIPTION | COST |
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| Mondays | 1-4pm | No instructions, just drop by and work on your quilts and crafts with others | Drop in fee $4 |
Call for info:
Parent and Tot Group
| DAYS | TIME | DESCRIPTION | COST |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday-Thursday* | 9:30-11:15 am | Join a fun, social group of parents while they have free play. Juice provided. | $4/child, 50 cents per additional child |
*except first Tuesday of each month
CRRA 55+ Crib
| DAYS | TIME | DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|---|
| Wednesdays | 12:30 – 3pm | Jack Necnec 29 hand! Everyone welcome! |
Meat Bingo
| DAYS | TIME | DESCRIPTION | COST |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2nd Sunday each month | Early bird starts at 6:30pm. Regular game start at 7pm | Concession is open! | 50 cents/card |
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WALLEYE DINNER Walleye dinner which includes homemade fries, coleslaw, dessert for $20. Children's menu available. Take out only from 4-6pm. Come out and Enjoy!
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Dates March 3, 2024
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Location Current River Recreation Centre
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Price $20
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Deadline February 27, 2024
Volunteer
Join the Rec Centre board of directors! We are always looking for new directors and volunteers for our special events! Events for all ages. We are looking for volunteers to help at our OLG Superior Shored Bingo’s.
Board meetings are held the 3rd Monday of each month at 1:00pm
Office Hours: Monday to Friday 9am to 3om
Annual membership fee $5
Hall Rentals
We feature 2 rooms for rentals. The Cedar Star Room, and a small meeting room. We provide full banquet catering services for weddings, banquets, as well as catering for luncheon, teas, showers, funerals, etc. All your catering and non-catering events.
Call Pat Baker, Hall Manager, at the centre to book your event!
North End
North McIntyre
Oliver Road
PROGRAMS, EVENTS & ACTIVITIES
Northern Images Art Club
| Program Name | Day/Time | Description | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Images Art Club | Tuesdays 7-10pm | We are a group of diverse artists ranging from beginner to professional. The purpose is to develop & enhance one’s skills to promote an interest in original fine art. This is done by encouraging and inspiring each other and sharing artistic information. | $27.00 (Drop-ins welcome) |
Ladies Auxiliary Meeting
| Program Name | Day/Time | Description | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ladies Auxiliary | First Monday of the month | Come out and make new friends! | Free |
Oliver Road Social Bridge Club
| Program Name | Day/Time | Description | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Social Bridge Club | Fridays 12:50-3:30pm | Come out and play a fun game of bridge | $5.00/afternoon. |
T.O.P.S (Take Pounds Off Sensibly)
| Program Name | Date | Time | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|
| T.O.P.S | Tuesdays | 6:15 – 7:00 pm and support meeting at 7:15 pm, downstairs around back | Call Faye to register: 807-629-6856 |
Special Events
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76th Annual Winter Carnival Family Day Events and Games as well as Canteen and Penny Auction.
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Dates Sunday February 25th, 2024
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Location Oliver Road Community Centre
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Price Free
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Oliver Road Recreation Association Indoor Yard Sale Table rentals are $15.00 for an 8-foot table. For more information, call the office at 345-9531, Monday to Friday, 9:00 am – 1:00 pm.
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Dates Saturday April 27th, 9:30-1pm
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Location Oliver Road Community Centre
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Price Free to attend
Hall Rentals & Information
HALL RENTAL
Oliver Road Community Centre has rental space for weddings, showers, socials, anniversaries, meetings and special parties. Enjoy the use of our large projection screen for showing slides or movies over our stage.
We feature two rooms; the Main Hall (capacity 160) and the Oliver Room (capacity 60). We also have Wi-Fi and air-conditioning on both floors.
GENERAL MEETING
Thursday, June 6, 2023 at 7:00 pm
PROGRAM REGISTRATION
Monday, February 26 – Monday, March 18. Call to register during office hours. Fees MUST be paid before classes start.
2024 MEMBERSHIPS – $5.00
Come to the office and fill out your membership today! Become a member, become a volunteer!
This is your Community Centre – come out and take an active part.
Office Hours: Monday to Friday 9am-1pm
South Neebing
West Arthur
Programs, Drop Ins and Activities
Ballroom Dancing
| Start Date | End Date | Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 19, 2024 | May 7, 2024 | 7-8:30pm | $90 per couple |
Cribbage Drop In
| Date | Time | Fee |
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| Wednesdays | 7:00pm | $2 Drop-in Fee |
Craft Drop In
| Program | Date | Time | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adult Craft Night | Wednesday | 6:30-9:30pm | $2 Drop-in |
| Family Drop In | Thursdays | 6-9pm | $2 Drop-in |
Get Fit/Stay Fit Golf
| Start Date | Day/Time | Instructors | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday March 18, 2024 | Mondays 6-7pm | Tracey Berry & Mark Koivula | $50.64 |
Special Events
Rock Painting
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Come and bring your whole family to this fun activity offered at West Arthur Community Centre. All ages and skill levels welcome and all supplies provided! Snacks available at canteen for purchase.
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Dates Saturday March 2nd and Saturday April 6th, 2024
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Location West Arthur Community Centre
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Price $2 Drop-in Fee
Indoor Yard Sale
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9:00 am to 1:00 pm – Clear the clutter! Call (807) 577-6661 to book your table(s).
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Dates Saturday April 27th, 2024
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Location West Arthur Community Centre
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Price $15 per table (early bird rate), $20/table after April 12th
Tens Crib Tournament
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$5 entry. Doors open at 12:30 and tournament starts at 1pm.
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Dates Saturday March 23rd, 2024
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Location West Arthur Community Centre
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Price $5
Wee Outgrown It Market
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Wee Outgrown It Market Parents invited to rent a table or two and cash in on their children’s outgrown clothing and toys! Call (807) 577-6661 to book your table(s).
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Dates Saturday May 4th, 2024 9-2pm.
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Location West Arthur Community Centre
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Price $15/table (early bird), $20/table after April 19th
Hall Rentals
For more information or to inquire about rentals, please call 577-6661.
Advisory Committee
An invitation is extended to citizens of Thunder Bay to submit their name for appointment to serve on the West Arthur Community Centre Administrative Advisory Committee. The Recreation & Culture Division is seeking volunteers to fill one (4) vacancies on the Committee.
West Thunder
Programs, Events and Activities
Karate
| Name | Days/Times | Ages | Contact | Phone |
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| Kokoro Karate | Mondays & Thursdays 7-9pm | 12 & up | Sensei James Stewart | (807) 472-4490 |
| Akira Karate | Mondays 6:30-7:15pm | 4-12 years | Sensei James Stewart | (807) 472-4490 |
| *PRO Kids spots available |
Zumba
Zumba with Share - the Ultimate Zumba Experience
| Name | Days & Times | Fee | Instructor |
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| Zumba Toning | Thursdays 5:30-6:30pm | $55 for 8 weeks or $8 drop-in | Sharon Smith-Baxter |
| Zumba Fitness | Wednesdays 5:30-6:30pm | $55 for 8 weeks or $8 drop-in | Sharon Smith Baxter |
Radiant Yoga With Colleen
| Name | Days & Times | Fee | Instructor |
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| Radiant Yoga | Mondays and Wednesdays 9:30-11am | $176 for 8 weeks or $12 drop-in | Colleen |
| Chair Yoga | Fridays 10:30-11:30am | $72 for 8 weeks or $10 drop-in | Colleen |
Weekly Activities
CASH Bingo
Fridays 1PM
Pickle Ball
Tuesdays Thurs 9:00AM-11AM
Wednesdays 11:00AM-1:00PM
Badminton
Mondays 11AM
Wednesdays 6:30PM
Parents-Tots
Thursdays 9:30AM–1:00PM
Line Dancing
Tuesdays 2:00PM-3:30PM
Fridays 2:30PM-4PM
DISKING
Thursdays 11:00AM–12:45PM
EUCHRE
Tuesdays 1:15PM-3:15PM
Sept.–May
$4 Drop-in
CRIBBAGE
Thursdays 1:15 PM – 3:15PM
Sept. – June
$4 Drop-in
TOPS(Take Off Pounds Sensibly)
Fridays 9:30/10:00AM
Weigh In Time/Program Start Time
Call Rose-Marie 807-577-5924 to register or details
THUNDER BAY DUPLICATE BRIDGE CLUB
(ACBL sanctioned games)
Monday, Wednesdays 1:15 PM-4:30 PM
Contact Marsha at mreinikka@shaw.ca for more details
Hall Rentals
West Thunder has 4 rooms to accommodate your function or event. We also provide Full catering in-house. Call 807-475-9396 for more information.
Vickers Heights
PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES
| Activity | Dates/Times | Description | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scrapbooking | Once a month on Saturdays (exception of Sunday, May 5) March 16, April 13, May 5 (SUNDAY), June 22, September 21 | Have a ton of photos, like to be creative? Come join a great group of people gathering to share ideas and creations. | Call Darcy at (807) 621-4348 |
| Weekly Acoustic Music Jam Sessions | Wednesday Evenings from 7-9:30pm | Come out for a fun filled evening, as a listener, or as a musician. All are welcome! We feature many of the favourites, with an eclectic mix of genres and artists. | Call Bill at (807) 632-8233 |
| Homeschool Kids Group | Every second Tuesday from 12-4pm | Looking to connect with like-minded Home Schoolers? Drop-ins welcome. | Call Annie at (807) 630-6479 |
| Federated Women's Institute | First Monday of each month from 1-3pm | This inspiring network offers educational programming and community support and advocates for social, environmental and economic change. Come join a great group of people looking to better our community. | |
| Neebing Needlers | 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month from 1-3pm | Come out and join a great group of creative people. | Contact Deb at Debmaki@shaw.ca (prefered) or (807) 939-2854 |
EVENTS
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Indoor Yard Sale Clean out that basement or storage room and sell your treasures at our Spring Yard Sale! Contact Randy to book your table - (807) 577-9067
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Dates Saturday, April 27th
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Location Vickers Heights Community Centre