Girlfriends' Getaway ACTIVITIES

Deerhurst Resort, November 11-13, 2011

Friday, November 11

Downtown Divas Huntsville Fashion Show hosted by Dini Petty
7pm reception; 8pm show, Algonquin Theatre, Huntsville
$25 per ticket (includes tax)
Reserve at the Algonquin Theatre, 705-789-4975

This fabulous fashion evening is presented by Huntsville’s Downtown BIA as a kick-off to the annual Girlfriends' Getaway Weekend. Special guest Dini Petty, former Host of Cityline as seen on City TV will be our Master of Ceremonies. Also the 3rd Annual Huntsville Makeover “Big Reveal” will be showcased during the second half of the Fashion Show. A pre-show reception begins at 7pm in Partners Hall at the theatre with a marché-style sampling of food and beverages for all to enjoy!

Resort Vendor Exhibition
4pm-9pm, Deerhurst Resort

An array of inspiring, luxurious and unique products for sale by local and Canadian vendors. Treat yourself or find the perfect gift.

Friday Night Fever; 1970s Theme Party
7:30pm-1am, Deerhurst Resort

Includes tapas food stations and glass of wine for package guests. It’s disco night at Deerhurst and we won’t stop ‘til you get enough. Whether you were born to the sounds of jive talkin’ or still stayin’ alive despite the end of the disco era, do a Tony Manero or Donna Summer dress-your-best and get down with the Deerhurst Show Band.

Come prepared to find some great deals at our Silent Auction to benefit the Art of Fashion.

Saturday, November 12

 

Breakfast Buffet in Eclipse
7am-10:30am, Deerhurst Resort. Included for package guests.

Resort Vendor Exhibition
9:30am-5:30pm, Deerhurst Resort

An array of inspiring, luxurious and unique products for sale by local and Canadian vendors. Treat yourself or find the perfect gift.

MORNING FITNESS ACTIVITIES
Package guests choose one session. Book your activity in advance by calling Activity Reservations at 1-800-461-4393 (choose option 3). All sessions are 45 minutes and take place at Deerhurst Resort. Space is subject to availability.

Yoga
7:30am or 8:30am times available

Enjoy a yoga session designed just for women's energy and bodies with deep stretches and an intense flow of postures. Ideal for the experienced Yogi or those looking for a physical challenge.

Dance Grooves
8am or 9am times available

Learn dance moves from the hottest dance styles from hip hop to swing, salsa to disco, African to Bollywood and more.

Aqua Fit - Sold Out
8am & 9am

It's a kind of silly, lots of fun, and - believe it or not - surprizingly effective way to get active, burn some calories and feel great.

WOMEN'S WORKSHOPS
Package guests choose one session. Book your workshop in advance by calling Activity Reservations at 1-800-461-4393 (choose option 3). All sessions are 45 minutes and take place at Deerhurst Resort. Space is subject to availability and advance booking.

Home Décor through the Holiday
Hosted by Urban Rustic Living of Huntsville, 9:30am

Quick and simple ideas to take your home décor through the holiday season & beyond. Discover innovative ways to warm the look of your home through ambient accents & accessories. Join us for our "creative centrepiece demonstrations" and make your dining table one to remember this year. Demonstrations will include: Centrepiece Decor, Decorating your Rree wtih Style, Ringing in the Season with Home Decor, and Parties, Little Black Dress & BLING.

Understanding Men
Presented by Gary Wilson, Founder and President of Eligible Inc. and Eligible Social Club, with Robert Cribb, an award-winning journalist at the Toronto Star, 9:30am or 11am

Frustrated with men? Can’t get what you need? Tired of the same problems over and over in your dating or relationship life? This is your opportunity to rediscover men from their point of view. You will learn about how men think and the exact reasons behind their behaviours. Only once you fully understand men, can you create the possibility of having that amazing relationship you’ve always wanted. Gary and Robert will present the social evolution that has taken men to the point they are at now and what you should know to attract, communicate and thrive with the 21st century male.

Reading Between the Wines
Hosted by co-authors Perry Jongsma, Pat Maaten and Kathleen Mundy, 9:30am or 11am

"Wouldn't you love to have a girlfriends' getaway once a month?
Take a group of women, a book a month, marinate liberally with wine and sprinkle in a few great road trips and what do you get? Reading Between the Wines, the feel-good read of the year. Listen as the authors describe their journey and blaze a trail for all who dare to follow. They will share a contagious sense of adventure and joy that can be found when women create time to gather and bond over a good book and a great glass of wine. … Not your average book club! (Please note, wine is not included.)

The book Reading Between the Wines details the process of helping busy women foster friendships, experience escapades and laugh till their cheeks ache without sacrificing family time, breaking the bank or changing careers.

This engaging book showcases their favourite book club meetings along with their book list and top reads, exciting getaway itineraries and fabulous recipes for themed bites & bevies. Complete with step by step blueprint guide to help you create your own unique book club, plan surprise getaways and host great meetings.

Grow Your Own 101
Hosted by Arlene Hazzan Green & Mark Green, Sponsored by BUFCO: The Backyard Urban Farm Company, 11am

Discover how fun and easy it is to grow your own organic food right in your own backyard, frontyard, deck or balcony. Save money and the planet ... and eat green. Treat yourself and your family to the most delicious tomatoes you’ve ever tasted. Learn how to plant and grow your own food in containers during this hands-on demonstration using homegrown, organic, heirloom tomatoes, herbs and edible flowers. Discover how companion planting improves flavour and defies those nasty bugs. Dig in and you could win one of 10 edible container gardens.

SATURDAY IN HUNTSVILLE
Free shuttle service is available every 30 minutes from Deerhurst Resort to town and back, starting at 9am.

Downtown Shopping Specials
Huntsville’s entire Main Street area is going ‘pink chic’ with tons of shopping specials and discounts.

Muskoka Artisan's Show
10am – 5pm Club 55 (Town Hall), Main Street, Huntsville

Here's your chance to find some unique one-of-a-kind gems. Shop local, meet the designers and discover the  finest in handmade jewellery, décor pillows, scarves, belts, fascinators, cocktail hats, fancy aprons, duvets, women’s clothing and more! 

The Dini Petty Show
1pm – 2:30pm, Algonquin Theatre, Huntsville, $28 + HST
Reserve at the Algonquin Theatre, 705-789-4975

Join one of Canada’s most engaging and beloved talk show hosts, Dini Petty as she chats with special guests who will create, educate and inspire. Topics will range from fashion, food and beauty, to entertainment and more.

Known to Canadian viewers for a decade simply as 'Dini', Petty set precedents as the award-winning anchor of Toronto's City-TV and her highly successful national daily talk show on CTV, " The Dini Petty Show", set Canadian broadcast records for size of its viewing audience. In addition to her broadcasting career, Petty is also an author and poet. Her children's book – an epic poem entitled The Queen, The Bear and The Bumblebee became an instant best seller and to date has been translated into three languages. She is the recipient of Six Can Pro Awards for television excellence for either her talk show or documentary work and has been featured in Dare to Dream, a Canadian book of inspirational women.

Cooking Demonstration with Jeff Suddaby, 3 Guys & A Stove
3pm - Robinson's Independant Grocer, Huntsville, $30 + HST
To reserve contact: jennifer@huntsvillelakeofbays.on.ca or call 705-789-4771 ex 34

Hot, bubbly and inviting casseroles! Perfectly comforting, complete, super-versatile and most-of- all, delicious casseroles! Breakfast, lunch, dinner and dessert casseroles -- all piping hot and waiting to be devoured.

Watch Jeff Suddaby prepare sweet, savoury and sassy casseroles anyone can make and everyone can enjoy. Taste the casseroles, sip some wine and take home Jeff’s cookbook, and have fun!

 

DEERHURST DINING OPTIONS
Please note: Prices are exclusive of resort amenity fee, tax and gratuity.

Eclipse 3-Course Dinner Special
5:30pm – 7pm, Eclipse, $39.95* per person.
Reserve by calling Activity Reservations at 1-800-461-4393.

Girlfriends’ Getaway Dinner Buffet
6pm – 7:30pm, Peninsula Room, $29.95* per person.
Reserve by calling Activity Reservations at 1-800-461-4393.

The Beauty Lounge
3pm – 7pm, Grand Hall
Sip while you sample spa products, cosmetics and other beauty demos and services. Cash bar.

Jann Arden Live in Concert
9pm in Legacy Hall (doors open at 8pm)

Seats are reserved for package guests at time of booking. Cash bar. See more about one of Canada’s favourite singer/songwriters here.

“Let’s Get Wild” After Party
Wear your safari chic or hot animal-inspired attire for this Girlfriends’ Getaway tradition with DJ, dancing and cash bar.

*Rates are per room, per night based on double occupancy (two adults per room) with up to two children 18 years and under sharing parents' room free. Rates shown are applicable to select accommodation, subject to availability and minimum two night stay requirement. Resort amenity fee and taxes are extra.

Deerhurst Resort is not responsible for any package components or recreational facilities made unavailable due to weather and/or circumstances beyond our control. Advance booking is recommended for show, spa, tennis and other recreational activities. For complete details, including our deposit and cancellation policy, please click here.