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March nN ctiv ities Break ‘ . ’ “Le The ‘Arts of China’ exhibit On loan from the Royal Ontario Museum, the “Arts of China” brings Chinese history, culture, and classic traditions to life through exploring materials closely related to China: jade, bronze, and ceramics. Explore Chinese dynasties, the development of their writing system, ancient symbols of power, innovative technological creations, as well as how bronze, jade, and porcelain were made and their impact on the western world. Don’t miss this exhibit at the Scugog Heritage Centre and Archives. Opening March 3 through to May 26. See ad on page 24 for more details. Sap flowing at Purple Woods With the approach of spring a person may be sure of Mi fo} dn eSS C a fan) 2) several things. Birds will be singing and pancakes will be flipping at Purple Woods Conservation Area, just south of Port Perry. The Township of Scugog offers a This is the 38th year for the Maple Syrup Festival at “March Break Madness Camp” Purple Woods and a great way to get out with the fam- Monday, March 11 to Friday, March 15 ily throughout March and during the March Break. at the Scugog Arena. See how maple syrup was made over 400 years ago Camps are broken into two ages: through to the modern methods of today, take a horse- Discovery Camp: Ages 3-6 years drawn wagon ride and enjoy some hot pancakes. Adventure Camp: Ages 7-12 years General Admission: $3/ adult; $2/seniors and. child Camp Hours: 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (12 yrs. and under); $8 family (2 adults and 3 children). Cost: $109 for the week or $33 per day Free parking — no pets are allowed. Skating Days: Tuesday and Thursday. This year’s Festival takes places as follows: Extended Hours available! Saturday & Sunday, March 2, 3 For more information contact Shawna Cornish at March Break: Saturday, March 9 to Sunday, March 17 905-985-8698 ext. 101 or email scomish@scugog. Saturday & Sunday, March 23, 24 ca to register today! Time: 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. each day POLYMER CLAY CHARMS Make super-cute BALLOON TWISTING ‘creations in this workshop. ny Part 1: March 11 10:30 am- 12 pm Part-2: March 12 MARCH 11-15 is jam-packed roy eee Mal m scratch. \\10:30-11:30.am jr peer a ‘arse ea “ia rovecteuiingreereah All-natural ingredients. ‘ rsday, Marc cael) Time: 10-11 am a g cugog MARCH BREAK MOVIESI! Memorial Friday afternoons at 2 pm. Public Library 231 Water Street, Port Per March 8- Ice Age: Continental Drift March 15 - Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days Tickets: $ 2 905-985-7686 www.scugoglibrary.com 80 FOCUS - MARCH 2013 03.MARCH.82 Pages.indd 30 18-0218 9:19AM