WDSRA  

Western DuPage  

Special Recreation Association

 

Providing engaging community-based recreational programs and inclusion services for children, teens and adults with special needs.

www.wdsra.com 

  

News You Can Use                                                                        January 28, 2015  
In This Issue
Heroes Needed
Athletes Go to State
Wine & Spirit Donations Sought
Sponsorships Available
WDSRA Staff Receive Statewide Awards
Volunteers Needed
Special Needs Screening Series
Chord for Kids Concert
  
Our Families Need Heroes.

Will YOU be a HERO by joining us at The Black & Red Bash?

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Hero 2

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Thank You Sponsors!
 
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First Bank and Trust 

 

Gold

Comcast

  NBCUniversal 

Community Bank  

  Wheaton/Glen Ellyn

Cygnet Controls Inc.

Glen Ellyn Park  

  District

Smart 911 

Thrivent Financial--

  Cantera Financial   

  Associates 

 

Silver

Ancel, Glink,    

  Diamond, Bush,  

  DiCiannci &

  Krafthefer

Northwest Snow and

  Timber Service

Warrenville Park  

  District

Winfield Park District

  

Bronze

Robbin Schwartz
  
  
Basketball Fever!

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Hear why one parent calls WDSRA 'exceptional and rare'.

  
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Sensory Garden Playground Initiative 
 
  
WDSRA on WONC! 
 
wonc Catch us LIVE on WONC FM89.1 Tues at 4:30pm.   
  
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Event Sponsor
First Bank and Trust
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Heroes Needed!  

 

The Black & Red Bash is the WDSRA Foundation's signature fundraising event of the year... and we need Heroes! Heroes

are people like YOU who champion for our participants and families. It's your ticket purchases, donations, sponsorships and magnanimous giving that make you Heroes. Be a Hero  

by joining us!

 

the black and red bash Saturday, February 28th

Abbington Distinctive Banquets

3S002 Route 53, Glen Ellyn, IL

$100 per person with Open Bar 

 

Schedule

6:00pm       Registration & Cocktails

7:30-10pm  Dinner, Hall of Fame Award &  

                   LIVE Auction

9:45pm       Silent Auction Closes  

 

Evening Highlights! 

  • Silent Auction--Exciting packages are being assembled with you in mind!
  • LIVE Auction--Show-stopping packages sure to be the highlight of the evening. 
  • Electronic Bidding--Exciting, convenient electronic bidding through your device. 
  • Personal Shoppers--Available to assist you with the electronic bidding.
  • LIVE Auction Raffle--Win a LIVE Auction item of your choice ($35 per ticket). Need not be present to play. 
  • Cash Raffle--Win $500, $250, or $100 ($5 per ticket or 6 for $25). Need not be present to win.
  • Wine & Spirit Pull ($20 per ticket)
  • Meet Our Participants--NEW 2015 participant video
  • Easy Online Registration--Now open!

Be a Hero!

 

Basketball Athletes Going to State

 

Wildcats go to state  

 

There were some very happy athletes on the courts this past weekend. All seven of the WDSRA Wildcats adult basketball teams competed in the Special Olympics Basketball District Tournament. There were 33 teams in total competing from Special Olympics Area 2 and Area 5. 

 

Wildcats 1 and Wildcats 3 both took 1st place in their divisions. They will go on to compete at the Special Olympics Illinois State Basketball Tournament March 13th-15th! 

 

Congratulations and good luck at State!

Wine & Spirit Donations Sought

Wine and spirit pull Want to get in the SPIRIT of The Black & Red Bash now? Simply donate a bottle (or two or a case!) of wine or liquor to our Spirit Pull! Minimum value of $10, higher values gladly accepted.

Donations are needed by Feb 13th. Drop off at the WDSRA offices or call Lori at 630-681-0962 xt 581.

Lock in Your Sponsorship Today 

 

the black and red bash Contribute to the success of The Black & Red Bash with a sponsorship. Reach over 

400 people from the immediate DuPage shopping area that evening and reach thousands leading up to the event. It is a savvy way to advertise your business or services.  

 

The Black & Red Bash is Saturday, Feb. 28th. For more information contact Lea or Lori at 630-681-0962, leaj@wdsra.com or lorib@wdsra.com.
WDSRA Staff Receive Statewide Awards

Angie Two WDSRA staff were honored at the Illinois Parks and Recreation Association (IPRA) State Conference held last week. Both awards were from the Illinois Therapeutic Recreation Section of IPRA.

Ted Adatto was presented with the Professional of the Year Award. Angie Koomia received the Outstanding Program Award for the Lose to Live Program. Jerry and Estella Hayes (Biggest Loser season 7 at home winners) even stopped by for Angie's surprise presentation.

Congratulations Ted and Angie!
Volunteers Needed

Do you have a little time to spare? We could use your help! We need volunteers for a few upcoming programs.
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Sat 1/31-Cooking 101 Naperville, 3:30-5:30pm, 1 volunteer
Sat 1/31 & 2/14-Saturday Buddies Carol Stream, 5-7pm, 6 volunteers
Sat 2/7-Enchanted Castle Lombard, 6:30-8:30pm, 2 volunteers
Sat 2/14-4/11-SO Young Athletes & Moove/Groove Naperville, 10-11:15am, 6 volunteers
Sun 2/15-Circle of Friends Glen Ellyn, 2:30-5pm, 1 volunteer
Sat 2/21-Breakfast for Dinner Naperville, 5:15-8pm, 1 volunteer
Sat 2/21-McAninch Arts Center Play Glen Ellyn, 5:30-8:30pm, 2 volunteers
Fri 2/22-Winter Ball/Dance Wheaton, 6-8:45pm, 3 volunteers

If you are available, contact Becca at 630-681-0962 ext578 or beccar@wdsra.com.
Special Needs Special Events   

Special Needs Screening Series

 

Studio Movie Grill offers family-friendly movies FREE for children with special needs and their siblings. Movies are shown with the lights up, the volume lowered and

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children are free to move around, talk or even dance in the aisles during the movie. They also have a children's menu where 5% of the proceeds go to WDSRA.  

 

Strange Magic-- Saturday, January 31st

11am
Studio Movie Grill
301 Rice Lake Square, Wheaton

Special needs children & their siblings are FREE. All other guests are $6/ticket.  

 

We are pleased to sponsor this private screening as part of our partnership with www.studiomoviegrill.com.

Community Partners 
9th Annual Chords for Kids Concert

chords for kids North Central College is hosting its 9th annual Chords for Kids FREE concert. This is a special event created especially for children with autism and their families. Families can enjoy instrumental performances where music and motion come together featuring everything from classical pieces to popular tunes. Audience members are free to make noise and move around during the performance.

 

Saturday, March 7th @ 7pm

North Central College's Wentz Concert Hall  

171 E. Chicago Ave., Naperville 

Wheelchair seating is available   

Admission is FREE, but tickets are required

For more information, call the box office at 630-637-SHOW (7469) or visit https://northcentralcollege.edu/news/children-autism-enjoy-chords-kids-concert-march-7 .

WDSRA is committed to providing quality recreational programs, dedicated and trained staff, specialized equipment, and much needed scholarships. Your support provides the financial support needed to ensure that the cost of programs remains affordable throughout the year.


Western DuPage Special Recreation Association (WDSRA) 

116 N. Schmale Road, Carol Stream, IL 60188-2103

P: 630-681-0962 | F: 630-681-1262 | 

www.wdsra.com