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SUMMARY:AutismBC Goes to Lets Talk Science with UBC-O (Prince Rupert)
DESCRIPTION:  \nAutismBC’s Northern Regional & Program Coordinator Sharon will be joining UBC’s Let’s Talk Science Jared Andreychuk Okanagan Outreach student candidate for a fun afternoon of hands-on learning about science! \nAbout Lets Talk Science:\nLet’s Talk Science is an award-winning\, national\, charitable organization that promotes science\, technology\, engineering and math (STEM) learning in kindergarten to grade 12 students. Let’s Talk Science creates unique learning programs while delivering hands-on activities with the help of university student volunteers. Through the generous support of our partners and donors all events and activities are completely free of charge. \nWho: This event is open to all children on the autism spectrum and their family members/caregivers \nHow: Registration is Required. Space is limited to 15 children per session. \nDate: Saturday\, May 6\, 2023 \nTime: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm\, 3 sessions of 45 min each \nWhere: Prince Rupert Library – Multipurpose Room 101 6th Ave W\, Prince Rupert BC V8J 1Y9 \nHow: There will be 3 – 45 minute workshop sessions aimed at varying age groups: (K-2\, 3-4\, 5-7). \n\nWorkshop #1 (K-2): 1:00 – 1:45pm “What if there were no bees?” \nWorkshop #2 (G3-4): 2:00 – 2:45pm “Animal Tracks” \nWorkshop #3 (G5-7): 3:00 – 3:45pm “Super Science Challenges”\n\n  \nWorkshop #1 (K-2): “What if there were no bees”  \n– This workshop focuses on the role of pollinators in nature and their benefit to humans.  \n– The workshop will include interactive music and stories followed by a hands-on activity where students will construct bees from the provided materials and use them to cross-pollinate the (artificial) flowers throughout the room.  \n– We will wrap up our session with a conversation about strategies to help bee and other pollinator populations.   \n  \nWorkshop #2 (G3-4) “Animal Tracks” \n– This workshop explores terrestrial animals by examining 3D printed animal tracks  \n– An age appropriate story book  \n  \nWorkshop #3 (G5-7) “Super Science Challenges” \n– This workshop focuses on problem solving\, teamwork and engineering/constructing \n– Students are able to move through stations at their own pace and attempt to complete challenges including bridge building\, rollercoaster building\, and egg drops with the materials provided.  \n– We will conclude this session with a discussion about the potential careers related to exercises like this. \n  \n**Please select when registering which session you would prefer to participate in.** \n***Please only register the child intending on participating in the session*** \n– There will be a waitlist if the sessions fill up. \n  \n \n  \nAbout the Instructor: \n \n  \nThis Lets Talk Science event will be presented by Jared Andreychuk. He is Teacher Candidate studying education at the University of British Columbia in Kelowna\, British Columbia. He spent his youth exploring the beautiful prairies and river valleys of Saskatchewan which inspired him to pursue a degree in Environmental Biology from the University of Saskatchewan. After moving to the Okanagan in 2018\, Jared has worked in the environmental consulting industry and as a research technician monitoring the health of Kokanee Salmon populations throughout the valley. He has a passion for the intricacies of the natural world and hopes to pass it on to the next generation! \n  \n  \n  \n  \nThis AutismBC Goes event is proudly in partnership with: \n \n\n \n \n  \nAutismBC Goes are community-based events that provide opportunities for our members to connect while removing the cost barriers.  \nOur programs are designed to support\, empower\, and connect the autism community!   \nNot yet an AutismBC Member? Sign-up for a Membership: \nOur Membership — AutismBC \n  \nTo Learn More\, visit: https://letstalkscience.ca/  \nOr visit their Facebook page: Let’s Talk Science Outreach UBC Okanagan | Kelowna BC | Facebook
URL:https://www.autismbc.ca/events/autismbc-goes-to-lets-talk-science-with-ubc-prince-rupert/
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SUMMARY:AutismBC Goes to The Rock Garden (Vernon)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for AutismBC Goes to The Rock Garden Climbing Centre in Vernon. \nConnect with other AutismBC members in the Vernon and surrounding area for a Sunday morning exploring the rock wall and learning to climb. \nThis is your opportunity to come try rock climbing in safe\, indoor environment; a great event for anyone who may be curious about this sport! \nWhen: Sunday\, May 7\, 2023 \nTime: 10:30 am – 12 pm \nCapacity: 25 Participants \nWhere: The Rock Garden Climbing Centre\, 105\, 2450 – 14 Avenue\, Vernon\, BC V1T 8C1  \nWho: Children\, Youth\, Teens and Adults over the age of 6 that want to try rock climbing. \nCost: FREE! \nHow: Registration is required to attend this event. This is a community event for the whole family it is not a drop-off event supervision of your own family members is required.  \n– Each participant will need to complete the waiver on the registration page form.  \n – All kids are required to take off their shoes upon arrival and must wear socks. \n– Please only register those who intend on climbing as spots are limited. \n  \n \n  \n– Lisa will send a reminder to registrants closer to the event date to confirm you’ve completed the waiver form.  \n  \nAutismBC Goes are community-based events that provide opportunities for our members to connect while removing the cost barriers.  \nOur programs are designed to support\, empower\, and connect the autism community!   \nNot yet an AutismBC Member? Sign-up for a Membership: \nOur Membership — AutismBC \n  \nAutismBC gratefully acknowledges The Rock Garden Climbing Centre for their support of this event. Thank you for helping us build supportive inclusive communities. 
URL:https://www.autismbc.ca/events/autismbc-goes-to-the-rock-garden-vernon/
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SUMMARY:AutismBC Goes to 365 Fun Days (Richmond)
DESCRIPTION:Max throwing a Party for all of our different kids\n\nJoin us Friday\, May 19th\, from 5:30–7:30 pm for some indoor fun. 365 Funday is an indoor jungle-themed play area where kids can crawl\, slide\, and climb. It includes a variety of slides and climbing tunnels; it also features a few unique attractions\, such as Donut and Volcano Slides. Just like any family-oriented play centre should be\, the safety of the children and the cleanliness of the facility have always been our top priorities. \nAutismBC has been asked to invite our community members to join Max’s birthday party celebration this year. Max has invited his whole class\, but he can have 40 other families come with the full site rental. We can’t wait to share this joyous occasion with all of our wonderful community members!  \n\nPlease note: parents are required to stay with their children\, this is not a drop-off event.  We hope you can meet some other families from the autism community around the Richmond area. \n  \nWhat: Fundays 365 Jungle Theme Park and play area \nHow: Advanced Registration is required for this AutismBC Goes event.  \nWhen: Friday\, May 19\, 2023\, 5:15 pm – 7:15 pm (2 hours) \nEvent Schedule:  \n\n5:15 arrival to register at the front desk\n5:30 event starts with open play time\n6:15 dinner\n6:30 group birthday cupcakes\n6:45 open play\n7:15 distribute loot bags\n7:30 clean up\n\n  \nWhere: 3810 Jacombs Rd #120\, Richmond\, BC V6V 1Y6\, Location: (365 FunZone) \nView the interactive visual wayfinding map here \nWho:  For people on the autism spectrum and their entire families. This two-hour time is to adventure around Playzone’s indoor recreation area.  Participating parents or guardians must supervise their children and talk with other parents.  \nCost: FREE\, membership required.     \nDon’t have an AutismBC free membership? Sign-up here: https://www.autismbc.ca/about/membership/ \nRegister: Enter Here to Register \n  \nWhat to Expect & Bring: \nPlease remember that socks are required.  No shoes are allowed on the climbing structure.  \n  \nWhy do Max and his family want to bring together others? We want to help everyone understand that we are trying to celebrate all our neurodiverse children and not just Max. Last year was a disappointment and we are committed to helping promote inclusion.  \nhttps://globalnews.ca/news/8839958/birthday-party-autism-spectrum-disorder-bc-child-embrace-differences/ \nhttps://bc.ctvnews.ca/devastating-vancouver-dad-s-tweet-about-son-s-empty-birthday-party-strikes-nerve-1.5906212 \n  \n  \nLearn More about 365 Fundays Theme Park HERE:\nhttps://www.365fundays.ca/about-us \n  \n\nThis event is made possible by the financial and administrative support of DC Complete Financial AutismBC Goes programs like this event to create social opportunities for connections. 
URL:https://www.autismbc.ca/events/autismbc-goes-to-365-fun-days-richmond/
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