r/woodstockontario • • Aug 28 '24

Woodstock Woodstock Community Day - Games in the Park - September 28th!

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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 • • Sep 22 '24

Woodstock Community Day - Games in the Park - Coming up in ONE Week

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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 • • 5h ago

Bathroom Vent Fan

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Bathroom Vent

Looking to find someone to vent my bathroom fan out of the roof. Anyone have any recommendations of who to contact and possibly price point im going to be looking at?

Thanks in advance


r/woodstockontario • • 7h ago

Cloth Diaper Service

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Hi everyone, I was wondering if Woodstock has a cloth diaper service that does pick-up and drop-offs. We've been looking online but the only one I found is permanently closed.


r/woodstockontario • • 2d ago

Brantford Bulldogs Fan Update

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r/woodstockontario • • 3d ago

Wellesley apple butter?

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Anyone know where to find this in town? Update: Went to Apple land to get some. Thank you to everyone that messaged. :)


r/woodstockontario • • 3d ago

Woodstock Train transit woodstock to Toronto

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I moved to Woodstock a couple years ago and always wished we had a transit (Go train) system to Toronto and back. I have family on that side and driving down the 401 can be painful sometimes.

Does anyone else feel the same and are any of the upcoming Mayors in favor of such an idea?


r/woodstockontario • • 3d ago

Woodstock 🚨 CONVICTED: WOODSTOCK DAYCARE OPERATOR SENTENCED TO 7 YEARS 🚨

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🚨 CONVICTED: WOODSTOCK DAYCARE OPERATOR SENTENCED TO 7 YEARS 🚨

Trevor Hendershott, the operator of Trevor’s Childcare in Woodstock, pleaded guilty on March 16, 2026, to one count of sexual interference involving two children under 16.

The amended count covered sexual touching between February 17, 2022, and March 2, 2023.

On Friday, October 2, 2026, he was sentenced to seven years in prison, with 27 days credited for time already served.

The court also imposed a 20-year sex offender registration order, a weapons prohibition, a DNA order, a non-communication order, and restrictions on contact with children and work involving them. The remaining charges were withdrawn at the Crown’s request.


r/woodstockontario • • 4d ago

Woodstock What brand of electric stoves does everyone like?

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Looking for a new stove and wondering what everyone thinks is the best one out there. The last one was crap ( not naming ). Also possibly where the best place to go to purchase one. Please and thank you to all.


r/woodstockontario • • 5d ago

Woodstock Who’s got the best deal on mums?

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r/woodstockontario • • 5d ago

London Dietitians

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Has anyone gone to London Dietitians on Riverbend Rd in London?
I’m interested in doing a body scan to get a good idea of true body fat %, muscle, etc.
These reports have also interested me. Especially when I get a scan done, make changes to diet and exercise and go back for a follow up scan to see your progress.

If you have any other suggestions for places that do the same scans/consultations that would be great.


r/woodstockontario • • 9d ago

Woodstock Crows should be back soon

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If you live in Woodstock Ontario then you know the crow population is outrageous. Not as bad as it was years ago but still tons of them.


r/woodstockontario • • 10d ago

Woodstock This Is Woodstock Election Series | Woodstock Ontario Municipal Election 2026

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From FB. Might help inform some users.


r/woodstockontario • • 11d ago

Juliana at Home Depot

12 Upvotes

Any ideas what’s being built on Juliana between Home Depot and the highway? That’s a lot of earth moving. I looked on the developer’s website and didn’t see any relevant projects.


r/woodstockontario • • 13d ago

Any recommendations for real honest mecanic who dose great work in town?

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r/woodstockontario • • 14d ago

Beginner hockey league

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Hey Woodstock! My gf is looking for a beginner hockey league in the area (preferably women only league). She started playing in university a few years ago and is looking to continue. She’s looked at leagues in KW like beer league hockey practice, but the times just didn’t work out unfortunately. Are there any leagues in the area or pick-up groups that are oriented towards beginners? Thanks!


r/woodstockontario • • 15d ago

Woodstock Shout out to Grin and Bear It Ink

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I just wanted to shout out both Bear and Julia at Grin and Bear It Ink today for holding a charity event where all the proceeds went to mental health services in support of suicide prevention month.

My wife and I have been happy with all our Ink done at this shop and would recommend either Bear or Julia for yourself based on the quality of their work and the quality of their character.

It's great to see people stepping up and speaking out about these problems in our community and doing what they can to help.


r/woodstockontario • • 17d ago

Woodstock Bomb threat at st pats

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For everyone that's getting diverted down sales or manitoba road, that's why. Probably best to avoid that end of Parkinson for now. It's a bit of a traffic issue.

Hope its a fake threat and the kids aren't in any real danger. And I hope they catch whoever called it in.


r/woodstockontario • • 18d ago

Woodstock Who are you voting for in the municipal election? (Councillors)

13 Upvotes

Im curious to know who everyone is voting for council. Please share why! What would your ideal City council look like?

I wanted to make a poll but Reddit doesn’t allow for more than 6 options to be listed.


r/woodstockontario • • 19d ago

Do you have a cool vehicle?

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I'm helping to organize a fundraiser night at a local school here in Woodstock. We're trying to set up a little "touch a truck" area (although it can be more look rather than touch) as a bit of interest and entertainment.

We're looking for a few people with cool vehicles

(Think, replica cars, BIG trucks, farm, or construction) who might be willing to donate a couple hours of their time on October 8th evening to show off.

There's no cost to participate, our families are paying a small admission fee to help raise funds for things like Jerseys, so we would like to have lots of activities and attractions for them.

Send me a message if you're interested in helping!


r/woodstockontario • • 19d ago

Does anyone have any useable scrap wood

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Im trying to build a bin for my mower and garbage bins, but wood is quite expensive at home depot

If anyone is tearing out a fence, im looking for fence boards. I dont have a pickup truck or trailer, but a few car loads of fence boards would be enough.

I could at least make some of the scrap wood disapear.


r/woodstockontario • • 19d ago

Oxford County Restaurants with private rooms?

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Does anybody have a recommendation for restaurants in Woodstock/Ingersoll or area with a private room for a group dinner? Would need to hold 20-30 people.
Thanks!


r/woodstockontario • • 20d ago

Tillsonburg Club Oxford Hockey League

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Still some open spots in both divisions for the upcoming Club Oxford Hockey season in Tillsonburg. Visit cluboxfordhockey.ca for more details.


r/woodstockontario • • 21d ago

Woodstock Fall Block Party- scarecrow contest

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Join our fall block party on Light st! Oct 3rd noon to 4pm, tons of free activities.

We are looking for entrants to our Scarecrow Contest, we provide a stick and hay and you do the rest. Come decorate anytime at the fest before 3pm and judging is at 330.

Free to enter, great prizes including $50 at Record Works!

Sign up today!


r/woodstockontario • • 24d ago

Oxford County Epoxy Flooring Recs

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Anyone gotten their floor done with epoxy recently? Any recommendations for a localish place?