November 8, 2011
BACI EVENTS:
BACI Senior’s Committee Fall Luncheon: For our senior members, their sons and daughters and friends/supporters of the families.
WHEN: Sunday November 20th, 1 – 3 PM
WHERE: BACI Still Creek Centre, 2702 Norland Avenue, Burnaby
RSVP: Bridget 604-942-0631, Habiba: 604-299-7872 – ext. 1 or Ilona: 604-299-7872 – ext. 2
Please see THE FLYERfor more information.
BACI Family Skating Party: Mark your calendars now so you don’t miss this new Christmas family fun event! Burnaby Parks and Recreation has promised that ice sledges will be available for families to try and there will be extra parks staff to support non-skaters. BACI will have a table in the lobby for free refreshments during the event. Bring the whole family!
WHEN: Friday, December 9th 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
WHERE: Kensington Arena, 6159 Curtis St, just west of Sperling Avenue
COST: FREE! BACI will pay the entrance fees for a family of four.
RSVP: This is a scheduled Burnaby Parks and Recreation event and they would like families to pre-register so please rsvp to Sarah Baumbusch Sarah.baumbusch@gobaci.com or Carol Stinson family.services@gobaci.com.
BACI Children’s Services Fundraiser: Make your Christmas shopping so much easier by ordering your Purdy’s Chocolates on-line. A portion of the proceeds will go to support children’s programming at BACI.
WHEN: order from now to November 10th for pick up at Still Creek Centre after December 6th
WHERE: http://www.purdysgpp.com/
HOW: On the group page click on “sign up as a group member” and use the group number 10150. The ordering process is simple with a good on-line catalogue with descriptions. You can pay with Visa / Mastercard and you will be notified when your order is ready .
WHY: It is for a good cause and this is soooo easy! No crowds, no parking, no hauling heavy bags around a mall. PLUS you get a card for 25%off of your purchases at the Purdy’s store on Kingsway for the next year. I saved a bundle on my Easter Candy last year!
BACI Chinese Parent Support Group: NO MEETING IN DECEMBER. Next meeting will be January 14th, 2012 6:30 PM, 7716 Royal Oak. Please see THE FLYER for general information and contact John Tsang for information on the speaker.
BACI Music Appreciation: DATE CHANGE, Next Music on Mondays is Monday December 12th, 6 PM, 7724 Royal Oak. Please see THE FLYER for more information.
BACI BLAST features new stories the importance of economic inclusion and BACI’s family education series. Visit THE BLAST for these and more articles about the good things happening around BACI.
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Events and items of interest for Burnaby/New West:
Burnaby Civic Election Debates: The Burnaby Inter-agency council is presenting a Mayor and Council debate social issues.
WHEN: Wednesday November 9th, 6:30 PM – 9 PM
WHERE: Stride Avenue Community School Gym,7014 Stride Avenue, Burnaby (Note the school is on a cul-de-sac so visit A MAP before you go). Please see THE FLYERfor more information. Activities for children will be provided.
Morning Coffee Break for Parents: Some parents and caregivers may find it difficult to attend evening information and networking sessions so we are offering this opportunity for parents who find that daytime works better. Please come and join us for a morning cup of java & muffins and a chance to connect and network with other parents who have children with extra support needs.
WHEN: Thursday, November 10th, 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
WHERE: New Westminster Children’s Centre, 811 Royal Ave, New Westminster
(northwest corner of Ontario Street and Royal Avenue)
RSVP: New West Children’s Centre 604.521.8078 ext. 315 The Children’s Centre is a joint initiative of the Simon Fraser Society for Community Living and the SHARE Society.
The F.O.R.C.E: Society for Kid’s Mental Health has on-line archives of previous sessions as well as ongoing parent information and support group for Burnaby/New West/Coquitlam. For example you can watch the October session on IEPS on-line.
WHEN: Wednesday November 9th, 6:30 PM – 9 PM
WHERE: Cameron Recreation Complex (Cedar Room) 9523 Cameron Street, Burnaby or you can request to view the session on-line. Please see THE FLYERfor more information.
A Social Life, the Youth Social Group: This youth and parent Social Group meets the second and fourth Sunday every month.
WHEN: Next group is Sunday November 13, 2 PM – 4 PM
WHERE: New Westminster Youth Centre, 620 8th Street, New Westminster
For more information please contact Stephanie Frey: asociallife@yahoo.com or call 604.765.9784. Visit the group’s WEBSITEfor more information.
BC Children’s Hospital Annual Family Info Fair: Promoting awareness of family support services and programs at BC Children’s & BC Women’s Hospitals.
WHEN: Thursday, November 14th, Noon – 4 PM
WHERE: BC Children’s Hospital Shaughnessy Auditorium
For more information please visit the WEBSITE.
Evening Coffee & Dessert Social: Are you the parent or caregiver of a child, teen or young adult family member who has special needs? So are we! Come and join us!
WHEN: Wednesday, November 23rd, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
WHERE: Simon Fraser Society for Community Living, 204 Blue Mountain, Coquitlam
(northwest corner of Lougheed & Blue Mountain, parking at rear of building)
RSVP: To Rachel leNobel at rlenobel@sfscl.org or call 604-525-9494
Burnaby Public Libraries to feature artists of all abilities: Featuring the art of the Artists Helping Artists (AHA) artist’s co-operative. The City of Burnaby is celebrating the United Nations’ International Day of Persons with Disabilities December 3rd by sharing the works of fine art created by people of all abilities
WHEN: December 2 – 9, 2011
WHERE:Tommy Douglas, McGill and Cameron Public Libraries
Cooking Program for Students: The Centre for Specialized Learning at the Down Syndrome Research Foundation is offering cooking lessons for youth aged 16 and up to increase independence by learning the basics of food preparation.
WHEN: January 9th – March 14th 2012, 4 PM – 6:30 PM
WHERE: The Centre for Specialized Learning, 1409 Sperling Avenue, Burnaby
REGISTRATION: Please see THE FLYERfor more information.
Parent Support Circles: Learn new ways to nurture and love your child. Find understanding, support and encouragement to be the parent you want to be. Cantonese, Mandarin and English circles are meeting regularly in Burnaby. Please see THE FLYER for more information.
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Links of Interest:
Adapted Equipment List: Burnaby Parks and Recreation has equipment at various locations to support active living for people with disabilities.
Centre for Specialized Learning Programs: Registration is starting for Winter and Spring sessions. Visit the website for more information.
Burnaby Family Caregivers Society: While focusing on seniors and issues related to aging, this society does have some valuable information for family caregivers who support family members with disabilities. See their EVENTS PAGE for more information.
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BACI Family Information and Support contacts:
Sarah Baumbush: 778.319.8252
Carol Stinson: 604.763.5667
John Tsang: 604.928.8289
Family Gathering Place
7716 Royal Oak Avenue
Burnaby, BC V5J 4K4
fax: 604.439.0363
web: www.gobaci.com
