between friends fall program guide 2014

fall programs 2014

in this issueRegistration Information 2W.E.S.O.A.R! Programs 4I.C.A.N! Programs 9 Special Events 11 Aktion Club of Calgary 14Special Thanks 15Important Dates 16Contact Information 16

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When? Wednesday, September 3, 2014 from 5:30–6:30 pm

How? By Phone at 403 508 0110

Online at www.betweenfriends.ab.ca

In person at the Between Friends office: 205, 8989 Macleod Trail S.

Fall Registration

G-R-R-R-L Power!

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Registration Registration will continue weekdays, 9:00 - 4:00 pm, until programs are full. Registration is complete only when the registrar confirms your request. Young adults and adults are limited to a maximum registration of three W.E.S.O.A.R! Programs.

Program Fees Program fees are due at the time of registration. Cash or cheque payment must be made within five business days or registration will be cancelled.

Fee Assistance Fee assistance is available for two programs per session. To apply, first register in the program(s) and indicate the need for financial assistance. An application form will be provided and must be completed and returned to the main office within five business days. For more information, contact Kim at 403 508 0115.

Cancellation Policy To cancel registration call 403 508 0110. A 15% fee will apply. Cancellations made less than two weeks prior to the start of programs will forfeit a refund. Refunds will be provided only when vacancies have been filled. If a program is cancelled due to low attendance, you may transfer to another program or receive a full refund. We will make every effort to contact you prior to the start date of the program if cancellation is necessary.

NSF Policy A charge of $40.00 applies for NSF cheques. The NSF cheque issuer will be given 24 hours to make payment by VISA, MasterCard, money order, certified cheque, or cash otherwise registration will be forfeited.

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tyke explorers $140 Each week go on a new adventure! Enjoy swimming and field trips to various places like Heritage Park and TELUS Spark. Please bring a snack each week. Various locations (Schedule provided one week prior to program. No program on October 11)

play date tykes $130 Enjoy a variety of activities all at the same location! Activities may include swimming, sports, arts and crafts, and games. Please bring a snack each week. Talisman Centre, 2225 Macleod Trail South (Schedule provided one week prior to program. No program on October 12)

Tykes: Ages 3–6

Saturdays, September 27 - November 29 1:00-4:00 pm *time varies

Children: Ages 7-12

kid explorers: ages 7 - 9 $140 Each week go on a new adventure! Enjoy swimming, and field trips to various places like Heritage Park and Telus Spark. Please bring a snack each week. Various locations (Schedule provided one week prior to program start. No program October 11) sports club: ages 10-12 $125 Let your inner athlete out! Each week participate in a different sport including soccer, basketball, and swimming. Location confirmed by August 20 on our website (Schedule provided one week prior to program start. No program October 11)

play date children: ages 7-9 $130 Enjoy a variety of activities all at the same location! Activities may include swimming, sports, arts and crafts, and games. Please bring a snack with you each week. Talisman Centre, 2225 Macleod Trail South (Schedule provided one week prior to program. No program October 11)



Sundays, September 28 - November 30 12:00-3:00 pm


Wanna play?!

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dance crew with Momo Dance Theatre $125 Have fun and express yourself by creating dance moves and exploring theatre techniques with Momo Dance Theatre. Participants will work towards a performance for family and friends at the end of the session. West Hillhurst Community Association, 1940 - 6 Ave NW teen time north $125 Enjoy some sweet nights out with your buddies! Each week is different; you’ll go to a movie, and test your bowling skills. Various locations in NW and NE Calgary (Schedule provided one week prior to program. No program on October 10)

“super” south teens $125 Accompany your favorite superhero on many adventurous nights! Each week is different - create your own superhero, watch a superhero movie, and even make your own comic book! Various locations in SW and SE Calgary (Schedule provided one week prior to program. No program October 10)

swim and splash $125 Make a splash in the pool at Vecova. Swim programs focus on having fun. No lessons provided. Vecova, 3304 33 Street NW

glee club with Blue Sky Music Therapy $125 Find your voice by singing along to your favorite songs and express yourself by creating dance moves with your new friends. Participants will work towards a performance at the end of the session. Between Friends Office, 205 8989 Macleod Trail S (No program October 11)

Teen: Ages 13–17

Thursdays, October 2 - December 4 6:15-7:45 pm

Fridays, September 26 - November 28 6:00-8:00 pm *time varies

Saturdays, September 27 - November 29 2:00-4:00 pm

Saturdays, October 4 - November 29 12:00-1:30 pm

girl power: ages 7-12 $135 We are going to wow you with girl power! You’ll make crafts, have a party or two, and much more. Most importantly, you’ll learn about yourself and bond with new friends! Various locations (Schedule provided one week prior to program start. No program October 12)

Sundays, September 28 - November 30 1:00-3:00 pm *time varies


A splashin’ good time

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Young Adults: Ages 18-24

film buffs north $140 Watch a movie with your pals! Whether you like action, comedy, or romance - there’s something for everyone. You’ll catch two special movies this session, including 3D and AVX. Cineplex Odeon Sunridge Spectrum, #400, 2555 32 St. NE (No program October 12)

film buffs south $140 Watch a movie with your pals! Whether you like action, comedy, or romance - there’s something for everyone. You’ll catch two special movies this session, including 3D and AVX. Cineplex Odeon Westhills Cinema, 165 Stewart Green SW (No program October 12)

bowling break north $125 Spend an evening brushing-up or flaunting your ten-pin bowling skills! Each week you’ll connect with new and old friends! Let’s Bowl, 2916 5 Ave. NE (No program October 12)

YogArt with Chantalle Stout $125 Relax your mind and body! Join us for yoga lead by a certified instructor. Yoga keeps your body toned and flexible, and it is also a fun way to relieve stress. SW Gym or Multipurpose room *Location confirmed by August 15

bowling break south $115 Spend an evening brushing-up or flaunting your ten-pin bowling skills and take a break to chat with friends! Century Bowl, 1010 42 Ave SE rec swim $115 Get out of the cold and make a splash at the relaxing warm pool at Vecova! Swim programs focus on having fun. No lessons provided. Vecova, 3304 33 St NW

urbanites south $125 Mingle with old and new friends! You’ll dine at a restaurant, check out a play or movie, and play billiards. Each week is different. Various locations in SW and SE Calgary (Schedule provided one week prior to program. No program October 10)



Sundays September 28 - November 30 6:45-8:15 pm

Tuesdays, September 30 - December 2 6:30-8:00 pm

Wednesdays, October 1 - December 3 6:45-8:15 pm

Thursdays, October 2 - December 4 6:45-8:30 pm


Stee-ee-rike!

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urbanites north $125 Mingle with old and new friends! You’ll dine at a restaurant, check out a play or movie, and play billiards. Each week is different. Various locations in NW and NE Calgary (Schedule provided one week prior to program. No program October 10)

urbanites central $125 Mingle with old and new friends! You’ll dine at a restaurant, check out a play or movie, and play billiards. Each week is different. Various locations within a 5 km radius of downtown. (Schedule provided one week prior to program. No program October 11)





Adults: Ages 25+

Tuesdays, September 30 - December 2 6:45-8:45 pm

movie fans north $140 Watch a movie with your pals! Whether you like action, comedy, or romance - there’s something for everyone. You’ll catch two special movies this session, including 3D and IMAX. Cineplex Odeon Crowfoot Crossing, 91 Crowfoot Terrace NW (No program October 12)

movie fans south $140 Watch a movie with your pals! Whether you like action, comedy, or romance - there’s something for everyone. You’ll catch two special movies this session, including 3D and IMAX. Cineplex Odeon Westhills Cinemas, 165 Stewart Green SW (No program October 12)

bowling connect north $125 Spend an evening brushing-up or flaunting your ten-pin bowling skills! Each week, connect with new and old friends! Let’s Bowl, 2916 5 Ave NE (No program October 12)

gym and swim $125 Make a splash in the pool and enjoy a workout in the fitness room. Everyone could use a weekly work out with friends! Gym and Swim focuses on having fun and feeling fit; no swim lessons are provided. Village Square Leisure Centre, 2623 56 St NE

I’m hoping to catch 40 winks!

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Wednesdays, October 1 - December 3 6:45-8:15pm

Thursdays, October 2 - December 4 6:00-8:00 pm *time varies

Wednesdays, October 1 - December 3 6:30-8:00 pm

Thursdays, October 2 - December 4 6:00-8:00 pm *time varies


bowl and connect south $125 Spend an evening brushing-up or flaunting your ten-pin bowling skills, and connect with new and old friends! Century Bowl, 1010 42 Ave SE

boom box! with Blue Sky Music Therapy Engage in social interaction, self-expression, and new learning! Each week a new genre of music will be explored through singing, playing instruments, movement and musical games. Come and build your musical tastes while also sharing old favourites with new friends. Between Friends Office, 205 8989 Macleod Trail S

evening escapes south $125 Unwind with your friends! You will enjoy dinner at a restaurant, a theatre play or movie night, and a potluck. Activities change each week. Various locations in SW and SE Calgary (Schedule provided one week prior to program start.)

evening escapes north $125 Unwind with your friends! You will enjoy dinner at a restaurant, a theatre play or movie night, and potluck. Activities change each week. Various NW and NE locations (Schedule provided one week prior to program start.)

evening escapes central $125 Unwind with your friends! You will enjoy dinner at a restaurant, a theatre play or movie night, and potluck. Activities change each week. Various locations within a 5 km radius of downtown. (Schedule provided one week prior to program start. No program October 11)

Rhythm but no Blues

$115

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If you are interested in a community activity that is not offered through Between Friends’ programming or want to be involved with your peers in a new activity then I.C.A.N! might be for you.

I.C.A.N! Programs (Inclusive Community Activities with No Barriers) are suitable for Between Friends members of all ages who would like to explore community recreation. Members participate independently in community programs at the facility of your choosing.

Stay cool in the pool!

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A Between Friends’ Recreation Inclusion Coordinator (RIC), will be in attendance providing guidance to the Between Friends’ member, program instructor and program participants if necessary. I.C.A.N! Anywhere Any community program has the potential to be an I.C.A.N! Program. I.C.A.N! Programs are any recreation or leisure activity in our community in which you might be interested. Any Leisure Centre or Recreation Centre, private dance studio, gym, art studio, or swimming pool can be a facility for an I.C.A.N! experience. Between Friends has partnered with various recreational facilities to include programs such as Hip-Hop Dance and Zumba Dance, Drawing, Badminton, Ballet, Swimming, Hockey and Pottery. Programs run throughout all quadrants of Calgary and surrounding area. Cost: The only cost involved is the program fee charged by the facility you register with.

I.C.A.N! Registration and Information We want our members to be successful, so if you are thinking of registering in a community program, please call us immediately. This will allow us time to connect with the facility to see what type of support they may need to ensure an inclusive experience. To begin the process contact our Program Manager at 403 508 0113.

Special thanks to our program partner!

I.C.A.N. cartoon!


children’s day camps: ages 5 -12

Join us for 4 fun filled days of activities!! Day Camps are generally from 9:30-3:30 pm. Activities include swimming, movies, indoor play centers, and more! Transportation to each activity is provided. Please bring a bag lunch with you each day.

Drop off at Between Friends Office, 205 8989 Macleod Trail S *Schedules provided one week before program start.

session one $210 Day camp on December 24 is a half day from 9:30-12:30 pm. There is no day camp on Christmas Day, December 25.

Monday to Friday December 22, 23, 24 & 26

halloween dance: ages 18+ $10 Adults ages 18+ are invited for an evening of dancing, snacks, and fun! Remember to wear a Halloween costume! SE Community Hall *Location and leader information will be provided upon registration. Participants requiring a 1:1 support ratio must attend with support aides who are welcome free of charge. Registration begins October 8 at 9:00 am and ends October 29 at 4:00 pm. Please call 403 508 0110. Space is limited! Voicemail registrations are not accepted.

Saturday, December 13 5:30-7:30 pm

Sunday, December 14 2:00-4:00 pm

Saturday, November 1 5:30-7:30 pm

Registration begins November 5 at 9:00 am and ends December 10 at 4:00 pm. Please call 403 508 0110. Space is limited! Voicemail registrations are not accepted. Participants requiring a 1:1 support ratio must attend with support aides who are welcome free of charge.

winter wonderland dance: ages 18+ $10 Adults ages 18+ are invited for an evening of dancing, snacks and fun! Remember to wear your best threads! SW Community Hall *Location and leader information will be provided upon registration

jingle bell gala free event (deposit required) Join us for our annual celebration with the jolly man himself! Bring your family to a fun afternoon of entertainment, food and activities. Al Azhar Shriner Centre 5225 - 101 Street NW

Holiday Programs and Events

Fall Program Events

Friendly aliens are always welcome


session one $210 Day camp on December 24 is a half day from 9:30-12:30 pm. There is no day camp on Christmas Day, December 25. session two $240 There is no day camp on New Year’s Day, January 1.

teen’s day camps: ages 13 -17

Join us for 4 fun filled days of activities!! Day Camps are generally from 9:30-3:30 pm. Activities include swimming, movies, cooking, indoor play centers, and more! Transportation to each activity is provided. Please bring a bag lunch with you each day.

Drop off at Between Friends Office, 205 8989 Macleod Trail S *Schedules provided one week before program start.

Monday to Friday December 22, 23, 24, & 26

Monday to Friday December 29, 30, 31 & January 2

adult evenings out (ages 18+)

zoo lights $40/evening Have some holiday cheer as you enjoy the Zoo’s beautiful bright lights. Dinner is provided Calgary Zoo, 1300 Zoo Road NE film fans $40/evening Let’s go on a cinematic adventure and watch a new release on the big screen. Movie snacks are provided. Scotiabank Theatre Chinook, 6455 Macleod Trail SW dinner and bowling $40/evening Enjoy a game of 10 pin bowling, play in the arcade, and eat a tasty dinner. Let’s Bowl, 2916 5 Ave NE film fans $40/evening Let’s go on a cinematic adventure and watch a new release on the big screen. Movie snacks are provided. Cineplex Odeon Sunridge Spectrum, #400, 255 32 Street NE

Friday, January 2 6:00-9:00 pm

Monday, December 29 6:00-9:00 pm

Friday, December 26 6:00 - 9:00 pm

Monday, December 22 6:00-9:00 pm

session two $240 There is no day camp on New Year’s Day, January 1.

Monday to Friday December 29, 30, 31 & January 2

What’s for dinner?


friendship day free event Friendship Day is a long standing and popular event in the community. Between Friends will take to Stephen Avenue Walk and hand out flowers to create awareness for our organization. This day has been declared Friendship Day by the Mayor of Calgary for many years, and we look forward to kicking off Friendship Week with this event! an evening with Alexandre & Frederic Bilodeau $125 person/$1100 table (10 seats) In celebration of Between Friend’s Friendship Week, double Olympic Gold Medalist Alex Bilodeau will highlight his Olympic journey and his special relationship with his brother Frederic. Frederic has Cerebral Palsy and is credited with being Alexandre’s inspiration in sport and life. Tickets on sale now! allies for autism family walk/run Each year the Allies for Autism Foundation supports Between Friends as a generous donor. The Walk/Run is an opportunity for us to help them raise the funds that they put back into the community. Through participation we also have an opportunity to win $5,000 for Between Friends, as we will be entered into a draw if we enter 15 walkers/runners and raise $1,500! Come join us!

between bands Enjoy the music of two of Calgary’s premiere corporate bands. Borderline and Advo-Cats will “duel it out” on the same stage. This fundraising event was introduced in 2012 and we are looking forward to our third successful year! The 2014 event will be held at the Deerfoot Inn & Casino, please watch your inboxes for more information coming soon! friends in motion Friends in Motion is a great family event where many of our campers can reunite with the friends they made at Between Friends Camp Bonaventure the previous summer. Join the fun with friends, family, or colleagues and skate laps and raise pledges to send a ‘Kid to Camp’ or an ‘Adult on an Adventure’ in 2015!

Monday, September 8

Saturday, September 13

Sunday, September 14

Friday, October 24

Early 2015, Date TBA

Find us on Stephen Avenue

sharing flowers and friendship on September 8!

Other Special Events


What is Aktion Club?

Aktion Club is a community-service volunteer group for adults living with disabilities.

In partnership with the Kiwanis Club of Calgary Northmount, Aktion Club of Calgary provides opportunities for adults with disabilities to develop initiative and leadership skills, serve their community, integrate into society, and demonstrate the dignity and value of citizens living with disabilities.

Aktion Club activities have involved serving dinner at the Calgary Drop-In Centre, volunteering for the Salvation Army Christmas Kettle Campaign, volunteering at Father Lacombe Care Centre, fundraising for various groups and many others.

Benefits: Aktion Club members can benefit in many ways from service and recreational events. It is these activities that enable them to: • Participate in the active life of the community • Embrace an opportunity to contribute to the community • Develop social, creative, and intellectual skills • Improve self-esteem • Develop leadership skills • Achieve personal and collective service goals

Our Aktion Club needs more members and we would like to start a club in the northwest as well. Currently we meet once a month on Monday evenings at the Between Friends office #205, 8989 Macleod Trail S.

Aktion Club of Calgary

If you are interested in becoming an Aktion Club

member please call Breanne at 403-930-3852 or email her at [email protected]!


special thanks Thank you to the following donors who supported Between Friends April 2 - June 30, 2014.

Agrium Inc.Allies for Autism FoundationATB Corporate Financial ServicesAtco PipelinesBellport Resources Ltd.BMO Nesbitt Burns Inc. Calgary Catholic Teachers’ Charities SocietyCalgary Children’s FoundationCalgary Philharmonic OrchestraCalgary Regional Trail Riders AssociationCanada’s CFO of the YearCatalyst LLPChildren’s Hospital Aid SocietyCIBC Children’s FoundationFirst Calgary FinancialGraham Group LtdHarry & Martha Cohen FoundationJames Electric Motor ServicesJCOR Human Resource Services Inc.Keyera Corp.

Corporations, Service Clubs & Foundations

IndividualsSue AcornLinda AndersonLance AsmundsonDavid BoomerDavid BoudreauDebra BrabantKathryn BrownsonEdward BurdonE. Matthew CaddelTerry CapletteDavid CheneyBrenda CherryWayne ClarkCatharine ClaytonTammy CroteauPaula DixonWendy DolynnyKatie FipkeCarole FjellstadDiane GladstonePatty Dawn GrahamAlexander GrantGary GunningChristy HansonRaymond & Frieda HerringtonRobert HosieGreg HumphreysSuzanne JackettAudrey JacksonGarth & Kathryn JohnsonTroels Jorgensen

McDaniel & Assoc. Consultants LtdMcElhanney Land Surveys LtdMEG EnergyMoss FabricationNewalta CorporationNexen CNOOC IncNorthmount Kiwanis ClubNorthwest Tank Lines IncRBS Bulk Systems Inc.Robert Thirsk High SchoolSelect Delivery SystemsSelkirk Electric Ltd.Sphere Project Management Group Ltd. Spruce Meadows Ltd.Superior Janitoral ServicesThe Children’s PlaceTrisura Guarantee Insurance CompanyTrotter Morton Group of CompaniesU of C, Committee of 10,000Universial Geomatics Solution Corp.

Betty KedroskyRobert KerrGail KiddDonna KreeseBeth LawtonGlen & Darcie McArterMichelle McMillanWendy McPhedranEmma MeyninAngela MorrisAlannah MoulMaureen Moul Cindy NeufeldAnoush NewmanKrista NoriegaSteven PeplinskiKim PiconeBob & Liz RivardLeonard ShapiroAlla ShteinbahJanis SiemensJoAnne SimmondsSharron StevensDiane StromeTamara TwaTrevor WaltersWendy WaltersDavid WaymouthKathleen WhelanJohn WheatleyLloyd & Trudy WilsonBrian WongSusan Woodford

Between Friends Charity Golf ClassicThank you to all the players who participated in the tournament. Your support helped us raise over $125,000 for social and recreational programs.

Parent and Volunteer SupportA big thank you to the endless and valuable support we receive from our parents and volunteers. We truly appreciate your contributions.

Thank you to our donors who have contributed though the United Way of Calgary Donor Choice Program and to our anonymous donors.

We do our best to ensure the accuracy of this information. If we have not acknowledged you, please accept our sincere apologies and our heartfelf appreciation for your generosity.

We’re all kids at heart!


important datesThursday August 21 Summer’s End Celebration

Friday August 22 Camp Bonaventure &

Adventurers End

Thursday August 28 Summer W.E.S.O.A.R! Ends

Monday September 1 LABOUR DAY - OFFICE

CLOSED

Wednesday September 3 Fall W.E.S.O.A.R!

Registration 5:30 - 6:30 pm

Monday September 8 Friendship Day

Saturday September 13 An Evening with Alexandre

& Frederic Bilodeau

Sunday September 14 Allies for Autism Family

Walk/Run

Friday September 26 Fall W.E.S.O.A.R! Programs

Begin

Wednesday October 8 Halloween Dance

Registration opens at 9:00 am

Monday October 13 THANKSGIVING - OFFICE

CLOSED

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Friday October 24 Between Bands

Tuesday October 29 Halloween Dance Registration

Closes

Saturday November 1 Halloween Dance

Wednesday November 5 Holiday Program and event

Registration Starts

Tuesday November 11 REMEMBERANCE DAY -

OFFICE CLOSED

Wednesday December 3 Winter 2015 W.E.S.O.A.R!

Registration 5:30 - 6:30 pm

Thursday December 4 Fall W.E.S.O.A.R! Programs End

Saturday December 13 Winter Wonderland Dance

Sunday December 14 Jingle Bell Gala - Family Event

Wednesday December 24 Office closes at noon

December 22 - 26 Holiday Day Camps - Session 1

(no camp December 25th)

December 25 - January 1 Office Closed

December 29 - January 2 Holiday Day Camps - Session 2

(no camp January 1)

Monday January 5 Office re-opens at 9:00 am

Suzanne Jackett CEO

[email protected] 403 508 0112 Kim Picone Operations Manager

[email protected] 403 508 0115 Katie Fipke Program Manager

[email protected] 403 508 0113 Cindy Neufeld Fund Development & Communications Manager

[email protected] 403 296 0257 Breanne Dunlop Volunteer Coordinator

[email protected] 403 930 3852 Kelsey Claeys Events Coordinator

[email protected] 403 930 3850

Travis Kerr Membership & Office Assistant

[email protected] 403 269 9133 Lindsey Nielsen Planning Coordinator

[email protected] 403 508 0119 Linda Anderson Fund Development Assistant

[email protected] 403 930 3851 Zahra Bhatia Community Connector

[email protected] 403 305 4415 Michelle Murray Office Administrator

[email protected] 403 508 0116 (starting Sept. 2) Membership Coordinator 403 508 0117 Program Supervisor 403 508 0118

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