In this Issue:
HAPPY CANADA DAY 🍁
New & Expecting Parent Coffee Night July 10th
This is an informal gathering for parents to meet other new and expectant parents - as well as trained parent mentors who have children 2 years of age or older with Down syndrome. Light snacks and coffee and tea will be served and babies under 1 year of age are welcome to attend with their parent(s) but please note that sibling care will not be provided at this time. We look forward to welcoming you and your child to our community.
When: Wednesday, July 10th, 7:00-9:00 pm in the Circle Room
Where: Trinity St. Paul's Church | 427 Bloor Street West Toronto, ON M5S 1X7
Who: New and expectant parents & trained parent mentors who have children 2 years of age or older with Down syndrome.
To register please click on the link below. If you have any question you can email us at info@dsat.ca or call our office at 416-966-0990.
Registration: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/new-expecting-parent-coffee-night-tickets-61759208455
Registration is FREE and is now open but with limited spots available.
Dad's Night Out - July 18th
These events are for our diverse community of fathers, or male caregivers, who take an active role in our children’s lives. These events will create an opportunity to make real-life connections with other parents, trade stories, sharing experiences, advising, encouraging and supporting one another in a very relaxed social atmosphere.
Join us on Thursday, July 18th, 2019 from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM at the Union Social Eatery at 21 St. Clair Avenue West, Toronto, ON M4V 1K8, Toronto, Ontario.
When: Thursday, July 18th, 2019 from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Where: Union Social Eatery
21 St. Clair Avenue West (near the Yonge/St. Clair subway stop)
Toronto, Ontario M4V 1K8
Please RSVP here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/dads-night-out-july-18th-2019-tickets-64263218015
Please Note: This event is intended for fathers and male caregivers ONLY; childcare will not be provided.
Moms' Night Out - July 25thh
These events are for our diverse community of mothers, or female caregivers, who take an active role in our children’s lives. These events will create an opportunity to make real-life connections with other parents/caregivers, trade stories, sharing experiences, advising, encouraging and supporting one another in a very relaxed social atmosphere.
Here’s your chance to leave the kids with a sitter (or their dad) and get out with a group of mothers, or female caregivers within our DSAT community.
Join us on Thursday, July 25th, 2019 from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM at the Union Social Eatery at 21 St. Clair Avenue West, Toronto, ON M4V 1K8, Toronto, Ontario.
When: Thursday, July 25th, 2019 from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Where: Union Social Eatery
21 St. Clair Avenue West (near the Yonge/St. Clair subway stop)
Toronto, Ontario M4V 1K8
To register please click on the link below. If you have any questions you can email us at info@dsat.ca or call our office at 416-966-0990.
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/moms-night-out-july-25th-2019-tickets-64435131212
PLEASE NOTE: This event is intended for moms and female caregivers ONLY; childcare will not be provided.
Summer Day Camp at Dickies Cooking School
WHEN: August 6 – 9, 2019 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
WHERE: 87 Cedarvale Avenue (1 block east of Woodbine Subway Station)
WHO: ages 12 and up
CLASS SIZE: 12 students
COST: $352
Every day the students will make a morning snack, full lunch (protein, veg and carbohydrate) and an afternoon snack. They will have a daily walk to grab groceries and have a trip to the park in the afternoon. There is no need to bring anything except a hat and comfortable clothes. Dickies Cooking School can accommodate gluten free allergies and vegan and vegetarian diets. While the basic framework for the week regarding snacks and meals has been created, the students have a big say in what they prepare (as long as it fits the criteria: lunch has to have protein and veg) and the snacks need to be healthy (muffins/quiche/phyllo tarts with fresh fruit). The students will also learn to make homemade ice cream.
The students will prepare and cook the morning and afternoon snacks and develop cooking skills, they will make lunch and desserts each day. They will practice cutting skills, go over food safety, learn about healthy eating and choices. Each day they will go for a walk in the neighborhood to get groceries from local neighborhood shops. In the afternoon, they will visit a local park to get some air. Before and after care available on request. Before and after care are available at a cost of $10/hr. The participants can arrive as early as 8 a.m. and they can leave as late as 6 p.m.
Registration: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/summer-day-camp-at-dickies-cooking-school-tickets-62676393781
2019 Camp Diversability is August 6-11, 2019
Camp Diversability is a week-long, adult, sleep-away, leadership development opportunity for adults with alternate abilities in Mulmur, Ontario.
http://www.campdiversability.com/
Don’t wait too long if you would like to join us as the spaces will go fast. Contact us at: campdiversability@rogers.com
Purple Carrot Summer Drama Camp 2019
Purple Carrots Drama Studio is an inclusive space which encourages growth in self awareness and social skills through the arts. Combining elements of drama, play therapy, dance, visual art and relaxation into theme-based workshops, we help our students explore their full potential in a safe, supportive and fun environment!
Download the flyer.
DramaWay Summer Camp 2019
https://dramaway.com/programs/summer-camp-programs/
Tuesday Night ShakespeareWorks Camp exposes participants to the world of theatre and dance inspired by the work of Shakespeare. The group will work towards showcasing a small piece on the final camp date for family and friends.
This program runs on Tuesday evenings for eight weeks.
Starts July 2, 2019
MultiArtWorks Evening Camp spans the realm of fine arts while engaging participants in the three disciplines of drama, dance and visual arts. A small open class showcase will be developed based on participants’ particular interests and talents. The Showcase takes place on the final camp date for family and friends. This program will run on Thursday evenings for eight weeks.
Starts July 4, 2019
This full-day, multi-arts summer program run by DramaWay at ErinoakKids offers participants varied means of creative expression through drama, dance and visual art activities that build communication skills, encourage the development of social skills and enhance self-esteem – along with the joy of being creative and having fun.
Starts July 22nd, 2019
ActingWorks is an extension of DramaWay’s popular DramaWorks program. ActingWorks is an intensive 10-day program focused on theatre training for those interested in entering the professional acting world. It gives youth and adults with special needs of ALL abilities the opportunity to access quality,
in-depth training which will help provide specific and tailored training for those interested in pursuing a serious career in the theatre community. Past attendees and new members are welcome!
August 6-9 & 12-16, 2019
Showcase Camp: Performers of all abilities are welcome to attend and enjoy a week of exploration and creativity. Actors will collaborate with DramaWay Facilitators to develop a Performance Piece which will be showcased for family and friends on the final day of camp.
August 19-23, 2019
DSAT is Partnering with the MNjcc
The Down Syndrome Association of Toronto (DSAT) is partnering with the Miles Nadal Jewish Community Centre (MNjcc) to offer the DSAT community access to programs!
If you are already a member of the Miles Nadal Jewish Community Centre (MNjcc), or thinking about becoming a member, you can take advantage of this wonderful partnership! Its simple, send a copy of your paid receipt to info@dsat.ca with complete details of the adult or child (full name, age and sex) with Down syndrome enrolled in the program.
Families from the DSAT community can receive a one time discount of 21% of the fees up to a maximum of $100.00.
Visit the Miles Nadal JCC website for more program information.
If you have any questions, please contact info@dsat.ca
DSAT is Expanding to the East End
The Down Syndrome Association of Toronto (DSAT) is partnering with Variety Village to offer the DSAT community access to programs!
If you are already a member of Variety Village, or thinking about becoming a member, you can take advantage of this wonderful partnership! Its simple, send a copy of your paid receipt to info@dsat.ca with complete details of the adult or child (full name, age and sex) with Down syndrome enrolled in the program.
Families from the DSAT community can receive a one time discount of 21% of the fees up to a maximum of $100.00.
Variety Village offers:
- Parent and Tot Programs
- Fitness Programs
- Aquatics Programs
- Wellness & Recreation Programs
- Learn to Play Programs
- After School Programs
- And much more!
Click here to view the flyer.
For more information, please contact: Archie Allison at aallison@varietyvillage.on.ca or 416-699-7167 ext 236 Or email info@dsat.ca
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