Fall for pdf 2020

Adapted Programs for Adults with Disabilities

Newsletter Fall 2020

HALLOWEEN BINGO Dress up and get ready for a spooooooky game of bingo with all your friends! Tricks & Treats for all. #6149 Thursday October 29 1:00 - 2:15 pm LINC Games Room FREE pre-registration is required HARVEST HOEDOWN BINGO Let’s celebrate the colours of fall and seasonal har- vest with a hoedown inspired game of bingo! Prizes for all participants. #6148 Thursday September 24 1:00 - 2:15 pm LINC Games Room FREE pre-registration is required WINTER WONDERLAND BINGO The cold weather may be here but we’ll warm up with some lively games of bingo with friends! Prizes for everyone. #6152 Monday November 23 Fall & Winter Special Events

10:30 - 11:45 am Lewis Centre Gym FREE pre-registration is required

BINGO WITH SANTA Pull out your holiday sweater and get ready for some festive fun! Bingo with Santa is sure to be a merry treat. Stocking stuffers from Santa included. #6153 Friday December 18 1:00 - 2:15 pm Lewis Centre Gym FREE pre-registration is required Fall Registration begins Tuesday, September 8

All Adapted Programs Proudly Sponsored by:

Thank you for your ongoing support that allows us to offer programs for free or low cost.

Adapted Programs Lewis Centre, 489 Old Island Hwy Courtenay, BC V9N 3P5 phone: 250-338-5371 courtenay.ca

FUN DROP-IN @ THE LINC (19 years & over) You are invited to come play and meet people. Family, friends and caregivers are welcome to join the Building Friendships Program. Mondays For more info and video tuto- rials, visit www.courtenay.ca/ reconline. Check out the Wish List feature and get organized before fall registration begins on Tuesday, September 8. Have you made your new on- line registration account?

Hoping to restart Fall 2020 FMI: Karen: 250-338-5371 Postponed

Special Interest YOUNG ADULT CLUB (18 - 35 years) Let’s get social and plan the things you want to do! Activities may in- clude crafts, movies, games nights, dinners out and more! Join us for a special pizza planning party during the first class. Tuesdays #6232 September 22 - October 27 #6235 November 3 - December 15 Thursdays #6343 September 24 - October 29 #6344 November 5 - December 17 6:00 - 8:00 pm FREE pre-registration is required Additional activity costs may be re- quired. See upcoming schedule for more info. Sign up for Courtenay Recreation’s e-newsletter and get more info on Adapted Programs! Go to courtenay.ca/newletters for more information and to subscribe.

LEISURE BUDDIES (5 - 18 years)

ART CARDS Let’s get creative! Each week we’ll work together to make beautiful cards to sell in the community. All proceeds from sales are shared back to the artists. Mondays October 19 - November 16 #6146 10:00 - 11:00 am #6147 1:30 - 2:30 pm November 23 - December 14 #6184 10:00 - 11:00 am #6185 1:30 - 2:30 pm FREE pre-registration is required Fall Registration begins Tuesday, September 8

Gymnastics, art, dance, sports and more! Courtenay Recreation is now able to provide Leisure Buddies so children and youth with diverse abilities can participate in our recreation programs. If your child requires support at school and/or struggles to participate in group ac- tivities, please contact the Adapted & Inclusive Program supervisor at 250-338-5371.

CHRISTMAS CANDY HOUSES

Gumdrops, lollipops, candy canes and gummy bears – let’s get making

deliciously festive creations! #6228 Thursday December 3 1:00 - 2:15 pm #6229 Friday December 4 10:00 - 11:15 am Lewis Craft Room A FREE

pre-registration is required

Aloha! We look forward to the return of dances in the future!

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Active Living

ARCHERY Learn the art of archery through step by step instruction. Each week we will review how to draw a bow and shoot arrows so that your coor- dination, strength, aim and accuracy improve. Instructor: Sebastien Bracconier Fridays #6233 September 25 - October 23 #6234 October 30 - December 4 12:30 - 2:00 pm Lewis Centre Gym FREE pre-registration is required

KARATE Learn the basics of kicks, punch- es, and moves in this karate class adapted to each participant’s needs and mobility level. Instructor: Sebastien Bracconier Fridays #6150 September 25 - October 30 #6151 November 6 - December 18

FALL FIESTA Let’s get the fall dance party started! Register with your friends and join Tammy for this fitness and dance inspired class. All abilities and levels welcome. Let’s get movin’ and groo- vin’! Instructor: Tammy Jones Tuesdays #6155 September 22 - October 27 #6156 November 3 - December 15 1:00 - 2:00 pm Lewis Centre Gym FREE pre-registration is required LINE DANCING Come kick up your heels and dance the morning away! Line dancing is a great way to keep your body and brain active. Get ready for fun, friends and fabulous music to start your day. Instructor: Joan Wydenes Thursdays #6187 November 19 - December 17

10:15 - 11:45 am Lewis Centre Gym FREE pre-registration is required

TUESDAY & WEDNESDAY BOWLING LEAGUES Strike up new friendships at our bowling leagues on Tuesdays & Wednesdays. Get ready for spares, chop-off, strikes and probably a few gutter balls as you work to improve your bowling game. Who will be the first to get a turkey (3 strikes in a row)? No class November 11. #6341 Tuesdays September 22 - November 24 #6342 Wednesdays September 23 - November 25 $5/seasonal league fees $3.50/weekly dues

Fall Registration begins Tuesday, September 8

10:00 - 11:00 am Lewis Centre Gym FREE pre-registration is required

Important Information: COVID-19

While we aim to provide a mix of social recreation programming COVID-19 has limited some of our offerings. Additionally we request the following: - All registrants must pre-register for programs and agree that you: - Do not have any signs or symptoms of illness, including cough, headache, runny nose, fever or sore throat - Have not been exposed to anyone with COVID-19 within the last 14 days - Have not travelled outside of the country in the last 14 days - Will maintain a safe distance between other participants and instructors at all times - Will wash or sanitize your hands before and after your program Participants may be required to wear masks depending on the policies in place at offsite locations or as situations change. - Support workers attending programs will not count against room capaci- ties but will need to physically distance (2m) from other participants. BAD WEATHER If School District 71 has cancelled school in the Comox Valley, all Adapted Programs will also be cancelled. Please listen to the radio for school closure notices or call The Lewis (250-338-5371) or Filberg Centre (250-338-1000) for more information.

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Community COURTENAY RECREATION: 250-338-5371 www.courtenay.ca/rec Recreation Access Program Provides opportunities for healthy lifestyle choices to residents of the City of Courtenay who live be- low Statistics Canada low income thresholds. Ask us how to apply - 250-338-5371. LINC Youth Centre Outdoor Basketball Court Basketballs are available for use from The LINC when the facility is open. Agency Memberships Courtenay Recreation has an agen- cy membership to help agencies provide clients with a variety of recreational experiences including use of the wellness centre, squash courts and gym time. For more information, please call The Lewis Centre at 250-338-5371.

Comox Valley Therapeutic Riding Society 250-338-19638 www.cvtrs.com Comox Valley Special Olympics 250-897-1828 www.cvso.ca L’Arche I Belong Centre 250-871-6288 www.larchecomoxvalley.org 1465 Grieve Ave, Courtenay Comox Valley Wheelchair Sports Society 250-897-6082 cvwssdocs@gmail.com All-inclusive (no disability re- quired) Wheelchair basketball hoping to restart Fall 2020. Please email for more info. North Island College Accessible Learning 250-334-5079 www.nic.bc.ca/programs-courses/ accessible-learning/ Featuring adapted courses and services.

COMOX RECREATION: 250-339-2255 www.comox.ca/recreation TRIP (Town of Comox Recreation Inclusion Program) Free and low-cost recreation opportunities are available to Comox residents on a limited in- come. Call the Community Centre at 250-339-2255 to find out more. Operation High Jump – cancelled for 2020 Halloween Dance – cancelled for 2020 COMOX VALLEY REGIONAL DISTRICT: 250-334-9622 www.comoxvalleyrd.ca/parks-rec- reation PLAY (Providing Leisure Access for You) Program Through our PLAY program we offer financial assistance to qualifying residents who would like to participate in CVRD rec- reational activities but find it difficult due to financial limita - tions. Please call 250-334-9622 for more information.

Program Registration & Refund Notes

New Software & Registration: All participants must register individually for their programs to prevent duplicate accounts. Day programs or caregivers assisting participants can call the Lewis Centre for help with account creation and to make this transition easier. All participants must make sure their accounts are in good standing before registering in new programs. Register by telephone: You may register by telephone by calling The Lewis Centre (250-338-5371) or Filberg Centre (250-338-1000). Register online: Visit www.courtenay.ca/reconline to create your account or call The Lewis Centre for assistance. Cancellation: Please register early if you are interested or programs will be cancelled if minimum num- bers are not met. Withdrawal/Refunds: A full or pro-rated refund will be given if class is cancelled or for medical reasons. Refunds will not be approved after a program has ended. Away: If you have a planned absence, please inform the instructor so we know not to expect you. One-on-One Support: While we will do our best during programs to meet your needs, please note that we are unable to provide one-on-one support. For full registration policies please visit www.courtenay.ca/rec