Tall Pines Snowmobile Club |
| A member of the Muskoka Snowmobile Region & the Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs with 200+ km of groomed trails in the Muskoka & Haliburton Highland regions. For up-to-date trail conditions, go to www.msrsnowtrails.com/conditions.php. Check the website below for further information or call Gary Evans - (705) 766-9263. If you are interested in advertising on map signs or would like to volunteer with the Club, e-mail info@tallpines.org. |
| Location: | Dorset Area Trails |
| Web: | http://www.tallpines.org |
Quilters Group |
Every Tuesday
A time for socializing and sharing skills. All types of needle workers welcome from knitters to quilters and more. Cost is $1 per person.
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| Location: | Dorset Rec Centre |
| Time: | 9:30am - 12:30am |
Dorset Recreation Centre |
| For information on all events, hours of operation, or general inquiries, please call the Rec Centre at (705) 766-9968; e-mail drc@algonquinhighlands.ca; or visit their website at www.algonquinhighlands.ca |
| Location: | Rec Centre |
| Web: | http://www.algonquinhighlands.ca |
Dorset Library |
Open: Tuesday - 10:a.m. - 12:30 p.m.; Wednesday - 2:00 - 4:30 p.m.; Thursday - 6:00 - 8:30 p.m.; Saturday - 10:00 a.m. - Noon. For more information, contact rlynch@haliburtonlibrary.ca or sdavis@haliburtonlibrary.ca. There is no cost to taxpayers in Haliburton County or those in Lake of Bays with a Dorset address.
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| Location: | Dorset Rec Centre |
| Web: | http://www.haliburtonlibrary.ca |
Community Policing |
| A group of volunteers 'working together with the OPP to form a shield against crime in our communities'. Meetings are the 3rd Tuesday of the month from September to June. For more information, please contact Marlene Shortreed at (705) 766-2409 or Sheridan Griffin at (705) 766-9153 |
| Location: | Dorset Rec Centre |
| Time: | 7:30 p.m. |
St. Mary Magdalene Anglican Church |
| This Church, formed in 1895, holds services at 11:00 a.m. every Sunday. Other churches in the diocese are St. James at Port Cunnington & St. Ambrose in Baysville. For further information, please contact Rev. Heather - (705) 641-8787 or e-mail lakeofbaysanglican@hotmail.com. |
| Location: | Church - Main Street Dorset |
| Time: | 11:00 a.m. |
| Web: | http://www.lakeofbaysanglicanparish.com |
Lions Camp Dorset |
| It's a camp, founded in 1978, for people on dialysis to get away with their families for a vacation. In the off season, from after Labour Day to mid June, there is a 10,000 sq. ft. rec hall, fourteen three bedroom cottages & 15 motel units that can be rented for reunions, weddings, etc. Pricing available upon request. For more information, contact Steve Woolman at (705) 766-2780 or e-mail woolman@vianet.ca. |
| Location: | Lions Camp Dorset - County Road #8 |
| Web: | http://www.lionscampdorset.on.ca |
Lions Club |
| Meetings are held the 2nd & 4th Wednesday of the month - meet at 6:30 p.m. & dinner at 7:00. We welcome newcomers & visitors. For more information, contact Jim Schell - (705) 766-2373 |
| Location: | Dorset Rec Centre |
| Time: | 7:00 p.m. |
Dorset Seniors Club |
| Seniors 55+ in Dorset area are welcome to meet & socialize to enjoy a wide range of interesting & fun programs & activities. Meet Tuesdays from September to June. Membership is $10/yr. For more information, contact Sandra Northover - (705) 766-9483 or Judith McConkey - (705) 766-9468. |
| Location: | Seniors' Building - Hwy. #117 - 2 kms. west of Dorset |
Knox United Church |
| This 111 year old church holds services Sunday at 9:00 a.m. Other related churches are Stewart Memorial in Dwight - at 10:15 a.m. & Pioneer Memorial at Hillside - 11:00 a.m. service. For more information re the church or pastoral care, contact (705) 635-1622 or Ruth Lynch - (705) 766-1148. |
| Location: | United Church at 1012 Harvey Avenue East |
| Time: | 9:00 a.m. |
Mid-week Power Jam |
| African Hand Drumming - Wednesdays - explore your own sense of rhythm & discover the joy of group music-making. Participants can explore in a fun, non-judgmental environment. No experience is necessary & all instruments are provided. You are welcome to bring your own drums/percussion & drop-in is welcome. Cost is $5 per class. For more information, call the Dorset Rec Centre - (705) 766-9968. |
| Location: | Dorset Rec Centre |
| Time: | 11:15 a.m. - Noon |
Dorset Lifeliners |
| A group of ladies met for lunch 40 years ago & wondered how they could help the community. They decided to serve lunches at funerals for free. They catered other functions so they could do this - & still do!!! They boost their financial reserve by, for example, selling chilli at Snowball or by donations. They draw from a list of volunteers who help at a function or who bring sweets. While they are affiliated with Knox United Church, a person does not have to be a member. For more information on helping out, please call Mildred Everest - (705) 766-0335, Joanne Buss - (705) 635-1821, or Shirley Ann Sturgess - (705) 766-2738. |
| Location: | Dorset Rec Centre |
| Time: | Varies |
Employment Services |
| Offered by the YMCA 2nd & 4th Tuesdays of the month. For more information, contact YMCA Employment Service, Huntsville - (705) 787-0512 |
| Location: | Dorset Rec Centre |
| Time: | 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. |
Tai Chi - Mind - Body - Spirit - Health & Wellness |
Every Tuesday
Beginners welcome.
Learn to relax & energize with Tai Chi, Chi Kung & Meditation
Contact Valerie Houston Peel of Temple Knights Holistic Martial Arts for more information
705-767-1177 or info@templeknights.com |
| Location: | Dorset Recreation Centre |
| Time: | 6:30pm - 8:00pm |
Adult Volleyball |
Every Thursday - (high school age & up).
Drop in fun game - $1 per person (or free with Rec Centre membership), equipment supplied
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| Location: | Dorset Rec Centre |
| Time: | 6:30pm – 8:30pm |
Dorset Ladies' Night |
| A year round themed activity taking place the first Tuesday of the month. For more information or to sign up, call (705) 766-9968 or go to the website below. |
| Location: | Dorset Rec Centre |
| Time: | 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. |
| Web: | http://www.algonquinhighlands.ca |
Yoga Class for All Levels |
| Wednesday Mornings. Your instructor is Ingrid Bittner. Regstration is required (need 8 to run a class) - call 705-766-9968. For all levels beginner to advanced. Learn Yoga stretches, breathing techniques & meditation to rejuvenate & restore. Spring yoga fitness secial PWYC per class. |
| Location: | Dorset Rec Centre |
| Time: | 10:00 - 11:00 a.m . |
B Fit 4 Life Fitness Classes |
| Fitness with Lorraine vanLuit - Fridays, May 4-25 - Please call the Rec Centre - (705) 766-9968 - for more information. Subsidized by a 2011 Winterfest Legacy Grant. |
| Location: | Dorset Rec Centre |
| Time: | 11:00 a.m. - Noon |
Dorset Heritage Museum |
| The Dorset Museum features exhibits of early pioneer life, local settlers, traditional logging practices, & historic information about the pioneer settlement of the Dorset area. We work hard to feature exhibits for youth & are dedicated to sharing "the way it was" with our children. Our summer residents also want to treasure & respect the importance & uniqueness of their adopted community, & safeguard it's future development. Open weekends from May holiday weekend to the end of June; July 1st to Thanksgiving weekend open Wednesday to Sunday. For more information, contact Margaret Stroud at dorsetheritagemuseum.on.ca |
| Location: | Dorset Museum - Main Street, Dorset |
| Time: | 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. |
| Web: | http://dorsetheritagemuseum.ca |
Dorset Community Partnership Group |
| A group of volunteers working together "to create a forum where all citizens can come together & collectively contribute to community development in Dorset". Everyone welcome! Meeting dates (every 6-8 weeks September to June) will be posted here. NEXT MEETING TUESDAY, JUNE 5, 2012 - DORSET SENIORS' CENTRE. For more information please contact Collin Reaney - collinreaney@cs.com; Ruth Ross - northlan@bell.net; or Barb Townes - bjtownes@vianet.on.ca |
| Location: | Dorset Rec Centre or Dorset Seniors' Centre |
| Time: | 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. |
Dorset Annual Fireworks |
| This annual event will be held Saturday, June 30 with a rain date of Sunday, July 1 at dusk. Donations are appreciated at the gates to offset the cost. |
| Location: | Big Trading Bay |
| Time: | Dusk |
Dorset Community Garage Sale |
| Clear your clutter & sell your good used stuff - rent a table for $5 Saturday, June 30, 2012. For more information, call the Rec Centre at (705) 766-9968. |
| Location: | Dorset Rec Centre Parking Lot |
| Time: | 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. |
Iyengar/Hatha Yoga |
| Mondays in July & August with Cathie Smith for all levels. |
| Location: | Dorset Rec Centre |
| Time: | 10:00 a.m. - Noon |
Dorset Book Club |
This group meets the first Wednesday of every month.
The following are up-coming themes: June 6 - Fall of Giants by Ken Follett; July 4 - Theme: Best and worst book you have read this year; August 1 - Theme: Bring what you are currently reading. For more information, call (705) 766-9969. |
| Location: | Dorset Public Library (in the Rec Centre) |
| Time: | 1:00pm – 2:00pm |
| Web: | http://haliburtonlibrary.ca |
| Email: | rlynch@haliburtonlibrary.ca |
TOPS Weight Loss Meeting |
Tuesday evenings - weigh-in 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. every week.
1st & 3rd Tuesdays there is a meeting from 6:30 - 7:00 p.m.
TOPS - Take Off Pounds Sensibly.
New members welcome.
Fee: $2/week & yearly membership of $32
Call Lori for more information.
705-766-2745 |
| Location: | Dorset Recreation Centre |
| Time: | 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. |
Dorset Day Camp |
| Monday to Friday, July 3 to August 24 - camp for boys & girls ages 5 to 12. Day, half day & weekly rates available. Space is limited - please reserve ahead. Please call the Rec Centre for more information - (705) 766-9968. |
| Location: | Dorset Rec Centre |
| Time: | 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. |
Family Nights |
| Wednesdays from July 4 to August 22 - Family Movie Night, Family Campfire Night & Kids Crafts - call the Rec Centre for a schedule - (705) 766-9968. |
| Location: | Dorset Rec Centre |
| Time: | 6:30 p.m. |
Yoga with Allie Chisholm Smith |
| Yoga for all levels - Fridays in July & August - fee to instructor |
| Location: | Dorset Rec Centre |
| Time: | 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. |
Annual Dorset Kids Fish Derby |
| Saturday, July 14, 2012 - for kids ages 12 & under accompanied by an adult. Lots of prizes & bait provided. $2 per child. Kooky winning categories like "funniest fishing hat". Register 9:00 to 9:30 a.m. behind Northern D'Lites. Judging 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. & prize ceremony at 11:00 a.m. Bring your own pole. Rain date is Sunday, July 15. |
| Location: | Dorset Public Dock |
| Time: | 9:00 a.m. |
Summer Concerts on the Docks |
Come by boat or bring a lawn chair:
July 18 - Rhythmic by Nature - Dorset Drumming Group
July 25 - Muskoka Music Men
August 8 - Muskoka Concert Band
There is no charge, but a bucket will be passed around to help with expenses. For more information, contact Ruth at (705) 766-2281 or northlan@bell.net |
| Location: | Docks at Cedar Narrows Park |
| Time: | 7:00 p.m. |
Rib Fest Dinner |
| Fabulous dinner Saturday, July 21, 2012 put on by the Dorset Lions Club - Adults - $15; Kids - $10. For more information, please call Steve at (705) 766-2469. |
| Location: | Dorset Rec Centre |
| Time: | 6:00 p.m. |
Garage Sale |
| The Dorset Community Planning Group is holding a garage sale Saturday, June 30, 2012. Proceeds to go directly to Dorset Community Projects. If you would like to donate items that you no longer need or want, & are usable & in good repair, please call (705) 766-2400 & one of the Re/Max agents can help you. Someone will pick up your items & put them in storage for the winter. Please check back for further details. |
| Time: | 9:00 a.m. |
Arts & Crafts Show |
| Craft show Sunday, August 5, 2012 featuring local artisans, BBQ & Bake Sale. Located on Hwy. #35 in Dorset between the bridge & the north entrance to Town. For more information, please call the Rec Centre - (705) 766-9968. |
| Location: | Dorset Parkette |
| Time: | 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. |
Spaghetti Dinner |
| Fabulous dinner Thursday, August 9, 2012 put on by the Dorset Lions Club. Adults - $10; Kids - $6; Family - $25. For more information, please call Jim - (705) 766-2373. |
| Location: | Dorset Rec Centre |
| Time: | 6:00 p.m. |
Mini Putt Fun Golf Tournament |
| Keep Saturday, August 11, 2012 open for you & your family (including the kids). The cost will include lunch & proceeds will go towards Community Projects. Check back here for further details. For more information, contact Steve at (705) 766-2780 or woolman@vianet.ca or Barb at (705) 766-2108 or bjtownes@vianet.on.ca. We are also looking for sponsorship of various holes. |
| Location: | Old School Property |
| Time: | 11:00 a.m. |
Lions Fish Derby |
| Fun fish derby for the whole family Sunday, Septetmber 2, 2012. For more information, please call Jim - (705) 766-1266. |
| Location: | Lions Camp Dorset |
Thanksgiving Arts & Crafts Show |
| Craft show Saturday, October 6, 2012 featuring local artisans, lunch, coffee, tea & treats. For more information, please call the Dorset Rec Centre - (705) 766-9968. |
| Location: | Dorset Rec Centre |
| Time: | 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. |
The Good Food Box |
The Good Food Box is a large box/bag of fresh fruits & vegetables delivered right to Dorset.
What's in a Box? Fresh fruits & vegetables at a reduced cost, recipes, cooking tips & other helpful information.
How Does it Work? At the beginning of each month, place your order & pay $15 cash to the contact person. On the 3rd Thursday of the month, you pick up your box at the Rec Centre.
Anyone who wants to stretch their food budget, save money & time is welcome to take part.
Order by June 12 for pick up June 21.
For more information, contact Melissa Alfano - (705) 766-9968 or e-mail drc@algonquinhighlands.ca |
| Location: | Dorset Rec Centre |
