Family Events
Drum Circle
Engage and express through this group drumming experience that welcomes people of all ages and abilities. This is a family event for parents to participate in with their children. Tune in and connect with others through music-making using the various percussion instruments provided. Feel the beat, make a rhythm, and build community together at this drum circle where everyone’s contribution is valued and appreciated.
Ages 8-12 years Location Bethesda Niagara Family Centre
Date
Time
Children must be registered with the Ontario Autism Program (OAP) or Bethesda Children’s Behaviour Services to attend.
July 8 August 12 11:00am - 12:00pm 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Bethesda Playground Drop-In
Bring your child to meet other kids and families in a fun, safe place at Bethesda; enjoy the outdoor playground and gym with bouncy castle. Disclaimer: Parents are required to stay and join the activities. Siblings are welcome! Pre-registration required.
Ages All ages Location Bethesda Niagara Family Centre
Dates
3310 Schmon Parkway Thorold ON, L2V 4Y6
3310 Schmon Parkway Thorold ON, L2V 4Y6
register July 22 register July 29
July 15, 22 & 29 August 5, 19 & 26 1:30pm - 3:30pm register Aug. 12 11am - 12pm register Aug. 12 1pm - 2pm register Aug. 5 register July 15 register Aug. 19 register Aug. 26
These Summer Groups are offered in partnership with Bethesda and the District School Board of
Niagara
Time register July 8 11am - 12pm register July 8 1pm - 2pm
Clinical Group Services
Transition to Kindergarten
Your little learners will enjoy a group opportunity to practice common kindergarten social and academic activities, such as reviewing the daily calendar, matching, patterns, numbers, show and tell and more. Suitable for children entering JK/SK (not enrolled in the Entry to School program). Limited spaces.
Ages 3-5 years
Dates
Time
August 21-25 9:00am - 12:00pm
Transition to Kindergarten
Location Bethesda Niagara Family Centre
3310 Schmon Parkway Thorold, ON, L2V 4Y6
Your little learners will enjoy a group opportunity to practice common kindergarten social and academic activities, such as reviewing the daily calendar, matching, patterns, numbers, show and tell and more. Suitable for children entering JK/SK (not enrolled in the Entry to School program). Limited spaces.
Ages 3-5 years
Dates
Time
August 28September 1 9:00am - 12:00pm
Location Bethesda Niagara Family Centre
3310 Schmon Parkway Thorold, ON, L2V 4Y6
Transition Back to School- Elementary Grade 2 - 5
Your school-aged children will get a refresher on daily routines to prepare them to return to school. This group is designed for children entering grade 2-5 to review school expectations and get excited for the new school year.
Ages 7-11 years
Dates
August 28September 1 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Location Bethesda Niagara Family Centre
3310 Schmon Parkway Thorold, ON, L2V 4Y6
Time register register register
Recreational Group Services
DSBN PA DAY
Spend your PA day with us to practice your social skills by engaging in games and activities. Children should be comfortable in 1:3 ratio, limited spots available.
Ages 6-12 years
Dates
Time
Social Skills Group
Location Bethesda Niagara Family Centre
3310 Schmon Parkway
June 30 9:00am - 12:00pm
Thorold, ON, L2V 4Y6
This group is designed for children and youth to practice their social skills through play and to meet like-minded peers. Children and youth will participate in a lesson and practice their new skills during interactive games and activities. Children should be comfortable in 1:3 ratio, limited spots available.
Ages 8-12 years
Dates
Drama Camp
Lights, Cameras, Action!
Location Bethesda Niagara Family Centre
3310 Schmon Parkway
July 15, 22, 29 August 5, 19, 26 9:00am - 11:30am register
Drama camp is designed for children who want to explore their creative side! In this group, children will practice speaking in front of others and collaborate with their peers to put together a short performance of their own design. Children will create their own script, design their own props, and set. The possibilities are endless! Children will give a short performance on the Friday to their parents and friends. This group will be led by an experienced drama teacher with experience teaching children with developmental disabilities. This group requires children to work well with peers in a ratio of 3 children to 1 staff.
Ages 8-12 years
Dates
Time
Arts Camp
Thorold, ON, L2V 4Y6
July 24 - 28 9:00am - 12:00pm
Location Bethesda Niagara Family Centre
3310 Schmon Parkway
Thorold, ON, L2V 4Y6
Creative expression- drawing, crafts and sculpting…the possibilities are endless at the Arts and Crafts Festival Camp! This group is perfect for kids who like to explore new activities and are comfortable in a ratio of 3 kids per 1 staff.
Ages 6 - 9 years
Dates
July 24 - 28 9:00am - 12:00pm register
Location Power Glen Elementary School 34 Westland Street St. Catharines, ON L2S 3W8
Times register
Time register
Recreational Group Services
Games Camp
Do you love to learn strategies and have fun collaborating and healthy competition? This camp is about playing games, completing brain-teasers, scavenger hunts and maybe event creating your own board game!
Ages 12+ years
Dates
Time
July 31 - August 4 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Boardgame Cafe
Location Power Glen Elementary School
34 Westland Street St. Catharines, ON L2S 3W8
Teens will have a blast at Ludology Boardgame Café- the place you will never be board!! With over 400 board games available and food and drinks are included, teens will have a great hang out time from 1- 4pm.
Ages 13+ years
Dates
August 11 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Sports Camp
Location Ludology Board Game Café
52 St. Paul Street Unit 2 St. Catharines, ON L2R 3M2
On your marks, get set, go! Running, jumping, shooting baskets, kicking balls…this group is for the child who wants to be active and experiment with new sports. This group is designed for children who can play collaboratively with their peers in a ratio of 3 or more children to 1 staff and will be taught by a therapist who plays competitive basketball.
Ages 8-12 years
Dates
Location Laura Secord Secondary School
349 Niagara Street St. Catharines, ON L2M 4V9
Time register
Times register register
August 14 - 18 9:00am - 12:00pm