Festival of Hearts 2012

As you may very well know, February is the month during which we celebrate matters of the “heart” but it can also be a disheartening time of year for those of us north of the 49th parallel. In pursuit of introducing initiatives to encourage citizens of Potton to come together and promote the heart of the township, the municipal council is proud to announce the THIRD edition of the “Festive Heart” Festival. This festival is the result of the outstanding response and effort of many local organizations that will be organizing activities throughout the month of February. We encourage you to get in the spirit and join in the fun. Happy “ Festive Heart” Festival!

FEBRUARY 1-10
SNOW-SCULPTURE CONTEST

All are invited to create a unique snow sculpture in Manson Park. Judging will take place on Feb. 10.
Winners will be announced at Winterfest (Feb. 11).
Location : Place Manson
Info : Diane (450-292-5817)
Organized by : Potton Cultural Committee

WEDNESDAY,February 8
Tiny Tots Valentine’s crafts

10 to 11:30 a.m. : Come and enjoy a Valentine’s arts and crafts activity (parent/child 0-5 years).
Followed by a nutritious snack.
Location : Legion Memorial Library
Info : Chelsea (450-292-3948)
Organisé par / Organized by : Legion Memorial Library

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 9th
Activities Close to Your Heart

1 p.m. : Join Potton’s Retired Club for Seniors and break up the winter blues while playing games that are close to your heart.Location : Église Saint-Cajetan
(324, rue Principale)
Info : Christine (450-292-3250)
Organized by : Club des retraités de Potton / Potton’s Retired Club for Seniors

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 11th
FESTHIVER / Winterfest

10 h à 15 h / 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. :
Come enjoy the outdoor and indoor family fun activities! Detailed itinerary coming in the mail soon.
Location : Mansonville Elementary
(5, rue Marion Atwell)
Info : Mable (450-292-4886 ou mdj@cabmn.org) or Trish (450-292-3313, x228 or loisirs@potton.ca)
Organized by : CAB Youth Center and the Municipality

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 11
Snowshoeing Excursion

4 p.m. : Easy snowshoeing excursion along the Missisquoi River before Valentine's Day.
Bring a headlamp or other lighting.
Location : Starting point: the Gazebo on Mill Street
Info : Yolande at 450-292-0430
Organized by : Potton Heritage Association

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 11th
Patinage libre / Free skating

17 h / 5 p.m. : Patinage libre / Free skating
Lieu / Location : Parc André Gagnon Park

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 11th
Pot Luck Supper

6 p.m. : Bring a meal and your wine. Music with Jean-Pierre Tanguay.
Location : Anglican Church Hall
Reservations : Before February 4 – Yolande (450-292-0430)
Organized by : Potton Heritage Association

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 15th
Take your heart for a walk

10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. : Enjoy exercising in the company of others while traveling at your own pace.
A discussion will be held after the walk highlighting more heart-healthy habits. Nutritious snacks will be served.
Location : Town Hall
Info : Karen (450-292-3235)
Organized by : Potton Walking Club

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 17th
ChiLi Supper and silent auction

5:30 p.m. : Chili Supper to benefit the CAB Ken Jones Centre. Bring your own refreshments.
7 p.m. : Silent Auction to benefit the CAB.
Cost :*Chili Supper: $15, $7 (age 5-9); auction is free.
Location : Église Saint-Cajetan (324, rue Principale)
Info : Murielle (450-292-4171 or ckjc@cabmn.org) or Alison (450-292-3114 ou a.hannan@cabmn.org)
Organized by : (The offices of CAB and the Ken Jones Center)

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 18th,
I Love Skating

11 a.m. to 2 p.m. : Activities at the skating rink: skating, sliding, cross-country skiing, games, hockey, arts & crafts,
barbecue and some special surprises!
Location : Parc André-Gagnon Park
Info : Trish (450-292-3313, x 228)
Organized by : Potton Township

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 18th
We LOVE our First Responders

9 a.m. - 12 p.m. : Come and meet them and learn C.P.R. – Free! (English)
13 h à 16 h : Venez les rencontrer et apprendre la R.C.R. – Gratuit! (en français)
Location : Hôtel de ville / Town Hall
Registration Mandatory: Trish (450-292-3313, x 228)
Organized by : Potton Township

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 19th
The Challenge of Love

2 p.m. : Psychologist, Hélène Gaudreau, will discuss passion and how to keep a relationship alive. This event will be held in French followed by a bilingual discussion.
Location : Town Hall
Info : Yolande (450 292 0430)
Organized by : Legion Memorial Library

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 21st
Healthy Heart Cooking

10 a.m. to 4 p.m. : Healthy heart cooking techniques with Chef Denis Mareuge. Generous tastings served throughout the day.

Cost : 15$ par personne / $15 per person
Location : Owl's Bread Bakery (299-A, rue Principale, Mansonville)
Reservations : Trish (450-292-3313)
Organized by : Boulangerie Owl's Bread Bakery

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 23rd
Play with Heart!

10 a.m. to 3 p.m. : Movement activities, including dance, Wii, and other games. Snacks provided. Bring a bag lunch. For adults with intellectual disabilities (with or without their caregivers).
Location: Maison des Jeunes (282, rue Principale, Mansonville)
Info : Christine (450-292-3542) or Murielle (450-292-4171 or ckjc@cabmn.org)
Organized by : Ken Jones Centre (Missisquoi North CAB)

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 26th
POTTON CINEMA: ENGLISH Documentary AND cocktail

3 p.m. : Hole Story, by Richard Desjardins and Robert Monderie, tells the history of mining exploitation in Canada. Coût / Cost : 7$
Location : Town Hall
Info : Thérèse (450-292-0202 ou tdescary@xplornet.com)
Organized by : Cinéma Potton

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 29th
Hockey Game

5 p.m. : Celebrate winter with a hockey match, Parents vs. Children. Spectators welcome! Hot chocolate will be served.
Location : Parc André-Gagnon Park
Info : Trish (450-292-3313 x 228)
Organized by : Potton Township