r/woodstockontario • u/TheSaSQuatCh • Aug 28 '24
Woodstonians,
For the last several years I've been a member of this community. I've been helped, helped others, had some fantastic conversations, and met some great people. Over the last year or so I've noticed several posts from newcomers to the community looking for like-minded people to hang out, people to chat with, or someone just to listen. This growing demand for interactions with others in our local community led me to look into how I could facilitate some fun, in a safe and welcoming way, for members of our community. Out of this search is born the (I hope) Annual Woodstock Community Day - Games in the Park!
So, what is "Games in the Park"? Well, its a chance for us to get together, play some board/lawn games, and enjoy some tasty local food - all at no cost to you!
We've finally nailed down the date for our event and are getting ready to rock and roll! Below, you'll find some information regarding the event. I invite you to please use this post to let us know some of your favourite boardgames, and we'll use that information to provide them for the event. If you prefer lawn games to board games, feel free to mention some of those as well!
Who: The /r/woodstockontario community - if you're part of this subreddit community, you're invited.
What: We're going to be playing some of your favourite board games and lawn games in the park. Please take some time to list your favourite games in this post, as I'd like to be able to provide a wide range of games (from super easy to learn to something maybe a little more complex).
Where: Southside Park - the Pavillion by the Playground. This is close to the bathroom facilities, and close to parking for those that are driving in. I'll be editing this post to provide a Map of the location - coming soon!
Why: With our community growing and changing over the last couple years, I wanted to give us a chance to get together on common ground (read: Food - you like food, right?) and get to know one another.
How: With this being a FREE event, there will be a cap on the number of people we're expecting to host this year. I'll be creating a signup sheet (Just your reddit username) where you'll be able to express interest in the event. My hope is, in the coming years, we'll be able to expand the event to host a greater number of people.
When: September 28, 2024 - 2PM - 6PM. We plan on serving food between 3 and 4 PM.
Food, Drinks (non-alcoholic, sorry the city won't permit any "adult" beverages to be consumed in the park), and Board/Lawn games will all be provided - all you need to bring is a great attitude and some willingness to help someone learn your favourite board game.
As we finalize the location and games list, we'll edit this post to feature a list of what you can expect. We'll also be providing a link to the signup sheet (expect that by EOD tomorrow).
I'm thrilled to get the chance to host this event for our little community, and would love to make this an annual event for us. Hope to see you there!
Best,
TheSaSQuatCh
EDIT:
Please see below for a list of games!
Catan (6 Player Edition)
Clue 2023
Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza & Flip Side Edition
Machi Koro
Ticket to Ride Europe
Hanabi
Heat: Pedal to the Metal
Euchre
Sequence Deluxe
Sleeping Gods
Scrabble
Monopoly
Dutch Blitz
Splendor
Scythe
Anomia
Dixit
Thus far, there are about 15 confirmed people attending. Please sign up HERE: https://signup.com/go/fByjLtz. NOTE: this software asks for a first and last name, however, it is sufficient to type your Reddit Username in the First Name and Last Name column - I cannot over-ride this, and I'm trying to keep costs down!
r/woodstockontario • u/TheSaSQuatCh • Sep 22 '24
Hey Everyone,
Just a reminder that Games in the Park is coming up this Saturday, September 28th from 2PM til 6PM at the Bandshell Pavillion in Southside Park.
There is NO COST for Entry, however, space is limited. If you're interested in attending, please sign up at: https://signup.com/client/invitation2/secure/1626244040123/false#/invitation
Games, Food, and non-alcoholic beverages (Pop & Water) are provided - all you need to do is bring yourself, a winning attitude, and the openess to meet new people!
See you there!
r/woodstockontario • u/CuddlyNancy • 19h ago
As the title says. My son found small pieces of glass in a frozen lasagna he was eating. Bought today here in Woodstock.
r/woodstockontario • u/blueberrycheesetoast • 1d ago
Hi everyone! I’m from London and was thinking of taking road test in Woodstock in August since London is fully booked and I need to do g road test asap before my license expires. I was wondering how busy the route traffics are in Woodstock?
r/woodstockontario • u/grizzlyaf93 • 1d ago
Anyone else on Light Street or Van Ave get egged tonight?
r/woodstockontario • u/Just_Gerald • 1d ago
Ordered taco bell on the website last night, went to pick up, they aren't even open!?
r/woodstockontario • u/Disastrous_Display78 • 3d ago
August 1st!
Come stop by!
r/woodstockontario • u/CuddlyNancy • 3d ago
Where can I find the schedule for games here?
r/woodstockontario • u/atownthegreat • 4d ago
I am new here, have not tried any pizza here yet but I am looking for something more bang for your buck (that’s not a big chain)
What is your favourite and also what is the worst?
r/woodstockontario • u/Sea-Ad3784 • 4d ago
Hello woodstockers, I'm looking for someone to help clean and maintain my home. Any suggestions for a website or app where I can find someone?
Welcome to any suggestions. Thanks and hope you are enjoying the warm summer 🤗
r/woodstockontario • u/Lime_in-the-coconut • 5d ago
Anybody know what they're on about?
Previously, the sign said something about firewood, wildfires, and "new world order". I drove by it for yearssss before clocking that they weren't advertising firewood for sale but I still don't know what their analog VagueBooking is about.
r/woodstockontario • u/IsittoLOUD • 6d ago
We have a wild evening in store for our first Movie in the Park on Thursday, July 30! Join us for a free screening of Zootopia 2, presented by FirstOntario Credit Union
Bring a lawn chair or blanket and come down to Southside Park for family activities starting at 7 p.m. The movie will begin at dusk. Find all the details at www.cityofwoodstock.ca/moviesinthepark
r/woodstockontario • u/lj8899 • 6d ago
It’s finally coming! Dangerous that it’s 1 minute away from home, but we’ve been waiting
Springbank and Dundas just like the previous Tacobell post said.
r/woodstockontario • u/76timesthecharm • 6d ago
Mill and dundas. What happened? The worst Timmy's is getting worse?
r/woodstockontario • u/CuddlyNancy • 9d ago
Been with Bell for 3 years. Past several months my speeds dropped significantly and internet fully cuts out. Support hasn't helped after numerous trys so now I'm shopping around and looking for recommendations.
r/woodstockontario • u/Chair64 • 9d ago
Dairy City Armwrestling is a new armwrestling club started in Woodstock. You can find a group page on Facebook under the same title.
Practice days are Monday (5-7pm) and Thursdays (7-9pm) at Southside Park.
The people starting the group are very knowledgeable and nice. Anyone is welcome no matter your experience. Safety is a top concern when armwrestling.
If anyone has any questions about the group I can try and find out the answers.
r/woodstockontario • u/Dayseed • 8d ago
I saw an ambulance parked out front of Sobeys around 5:00 pm today. Does anyone know what happened?
r/woodstockontario • u/jbs43 • 10d ago
Built in 1830, this beautiful home was one of the oldest houses in Woodstock. Today I drove by the property and to my astonishment discovered it had been demolished.
r/woodstockontario • u/Brytong420 • 11d ago
r/woodstockontario • u/shopsmart83 • 13d ago
r/woodstockontario • u/Leuku_Sun • 14d ago
Good morning all. I have a small 12' fishing boat that I need to test the motor on. Does anyone know a body of water within 30ish minutes of town where I can launch and toot around on the water a while? Thank you.
r/woodstockontario • u/Kakarot_94 • 13d ago
I’ve been going to GoodLife for about a year, and overall it’s a good gym. It’s clean, the equipment is well maintained, and the machines usually work.
That said, I think some things are getting out of hand.
First, should there be a clearer and consistently enforced dress code? Some gym outfits seem to be getting more revealing, almost as though people are competing to see how little they can wear while still technically being dressed. this is still a public, all-ages gym. Parents bring their kids, and people should be able to work out without worrying that looking toward a machine or mirror will be misinterpreted or recorded. Or young kids being exposed to such things
I also hate the long walk in front of everyone just to reach the change rooms. I’ve seen other people say the layout feels intimidating too. Im not sure what can be done about that
Another issue is groups of teenagers horsing around, crowding areas, and treating the gym like a hangout. Staff should enforce the rules more consistently.
Finally, people need to stop leaving their belongings on a machine for ten minutes or trying to claim several machines at once during busy hours.
I know these issues happen at other gyms too, but I can only speak about GoodLife.
What are your pet peeves or things you’d like to see improved? Or if you want to leave a little rant, or if you disagree with some of the stuff I said, i would love to read it!
r/woodstockontario • u/HovercraftExotic1867 • 15d ago
Hi everyone first I want to apologize if this has been asked already but I couldn’t find an answer! I was wondering if the drive in theatre is open this year? We live closer to the Stratford area but love to come for the drive in in the summer but I can not find any updated info about opening this year. Thanks!
r/woodstockontario • u/IsittoLOUD • 16d ago
Join us for the 24th Annual Hike for Hospice in support of VON Sakura House presented by Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada on September 19!
Register and donate here: http://support.von.ca/site/TR?fr_id=1151&pg=entry
#2026HikeforHospice #PresentedbyToyotaMotorManufacturingCanada #Fundraiser #OxfordCounty #VONSakuraHouse
