September 17, 2018 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Open Space is an in-community gathering for people of all abilities. Join in and enjoy good food, conversation, and fun!
January 23, 2019 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
An event every week that begins at 4:00 pm on Wednesday, repeating until May 29, 2019
Join us each Wednesday at Seven Shores Community Cafe. All are welcome. Open Space is a weekly gathering that promotes inclusion within the community by getting people together at a cafe for food, fun and conversation. All are encouraged and welcome regardless of ability, and you do not need to be supported by Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region to attend. Bring a friend, and enjoy. In addition to weekly coffee and conversation, with the support of facilitators, attendees plan special events such as…
January 28, 2019 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
An event every week that begins at 6:30 pm on Monday, repeating until May 27, 2019
Join us each Monday at Blackwing Coffee Bar. All are welcome. Open Space is a weekly gathering that promotes inclusion within the community by getting people together at a cafe for food, fun and conversation. All are encouraged and welcome regardless of ability, and you do not need to be supported by Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region to attend. Bring a friend, and enjoy. In addition to weekly coffee and conversation, with the support of facilitators, attendees plan special events such as…
March 8, 2019 @ 9:30 am - April 19, 2019 @ 12:00 pm
Spring Fever leaving you with an itchy green thumb? Looking for a great way to support EAFWR while beautifying your home, or a friend's? Why not kick spring into high gear by purchasing flowers from our May Court Flower offering. All proceeds from our sale go towards EAFWR and the plants are high quality and beautiful. You can purchase them directly through this link, and pick them up at Meadow Acres Garden Centre in Petersburg on May 8th or 9th - just…
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April 27, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
On Saturday, April 27, join us as we celebrate the new supported employment model at Kitchener-Waterloo Library of Things (KWLOT), made possibly by funding from the Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF). Speakers include MPP Laura Mae Lindo, Executive Director Al Mills of Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region, an OTF representative and staff from KWLOT. This employment model is a welcome addition to KWLOT that provides meaningful employment opportunities to people with disabilities in Kitchener-Waterloo, Ontario. Tour the space, hear more about the supported…
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June 1, 2019 @ 9:30 am - 1:00 pm
Believe in a community where everyone belongs? Join us at WALK-OR-WHEEL 2019, a Better Together Event in support of Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region. On Saturday June 1, 2019, Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region will host this fan favourite fundraiser. Raise funds, walk, run or wheel in support of inclusion and belonging for people with disabilities and their families. This event brings our incredible community together, those with a personal connection to Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region, and those who who believe in the work that we do.…
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June 8, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Get ready to face off with your friends, family and neighbours at this year’s Ball Hockey Tournament, part of City of Kitchener’s Neighbour's Day on June 8th! Enjoy a change of playing surface that warmer weather and sunshine brings at the Stanley Park Community Centre’s parking lot. Invite your friends, build a team, and get ready to play for the title of Ball Hockey Champion! All ages and abilities are welcome. Build your own team or register as an individual. Enjoy…
July 8, 2019 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
An event every week that begins at 6:30 pm on Monday, repeating until October 28, 2019
Join us each Monday at Queen Street Commons Cafe. All are welcome. Open Space is a weekly gathering that promotes inclusion within the community by getting people together at a cafe for food, fun and conversation. All are encouraged and welcome regardless of ability, and you do not need to be supported by Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region to attend. Bring a friend, and enjoy. In addition to weekly coffee and conversation, with the support of facilitators, attendees plan special events such…
September 29, 2019 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Kitchener Waterloo Community Foundation and Cambridge & North Dumfries Community Foundation are inviting people to have conversations about what matters to them while they are having food from Sept. 27 to 29. As part of this, Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region will be hosting an "On the Table" conversation! Join us for Coffee, Treats and an Inclusive Community on Sunday September 29 from 1-3PM at the EAFWR Office (91 Moore Ave., Kitchener, ON). Drop by and enjoy refreshments, engage in conversations about fostering inclusive communities…
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October 26, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Kitchener Public Library, in partnership with Autism Ontario, will host a private, sensory-friendly screening of the movie "Detective Pikachu" on Saturday October 26 at 9 a.m. This event is open to individuals with ASD, siblings and their parents/guardians. Check out the event flyer for more details. These screenings are presented in a lights up, sound down environment. Spaces are limited and registration is required. Register today!
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