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                                                                                    April 6, 2015  
In This Issue
SRA Art Show
Comcast Cares Day
Community-Wide Food Drive
TROOP Performs Joseph
Day of Play
You Raise Me Up Concert
Financial Planning Seminar
  
  
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SRA Art Show Open to the Public

  

participant with artwork The 9th Annual SRA Art Show gives artists from several special recreation associations an opportunity to have their works displayed in a gallery setting. Pieces will be on display Wed., 4/15 thru Sat., 4/25. (Specific days and time vary. See flyer for details). 

A closing reception is being held Sun., 4/26 where attendees can view the artwork, enjoy live music and refreshments, and make a craft. This is a great family event!

Show runs Wed., April 15th thru Sat., April 25th--dates and time vary
Closing Reception Sun., April 26th--2-4pm
Bloomingdale Park District Museum
108 S. Bloomingdale Rd., Bloomingdale
See flyer for specific dates and times.

For more information, contact Dana at danas@wdsra.com or 630-681-0962 ext572. 

Be a Part of Comcast Cares Days!

 

Comcast Cares logo Every year on Comcast Cares Day, tens of thousands of Comcast employees, their families and friends make a positive impact in neighborhoods across the country. It's part of their year-round commitment to making a difference in local communities.

WDSRA is thrilled to once again have been selected as a recipient. Comcast employees, their families and friends will work alongside WDSRA volunteers at two different sites.

Projects include: collating invitations for the upcoming golf outing, washing windows, landscaping, cleaning buses and a local park clean-up.

Volunteer today!

Saturday, April 25, 2015
8am -1pm
Check in begins at 8am at Fountainview Recreation Center
910 N Gary Ave., Carol Stream

We are taking registrations thru April 25th. Did we mention the FREE fun and FREE lunch! We would love for you to join us! RSVP to Becca at beccar@wdsra.com.

WDSRA Drop Off Site for Food Drive

 

community-wide food drive flyer Thru Friday, 4/24, we invite you to drop off items for a community-wide food drive at the WDSRA offices, 116 N. Schmale Rd., Carol Stream

 

Donations sought include: flour, sugar, cooking oil, canned meats, powdered/evaporated milk, canned fruits/vegetables, rice, cereal, peanut butter, pasta, diapers, laundry soap, toiletries, etc.

 

View the flyer here. Sponsored by the Carol Stream Rotary and the Carol Stream Chamber of Commerce. 

Featured Programs     

TROOP Performs Joseph 

 

joseph The TROOP Drama group's spring performance of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat is open to all! 

 

Saturday, April 11th
2:30-4:30pm
Wheaton Park District Community Center

1777 S. Blanchard Rd., Wheaton  

$1 donation at the door is requested

 

For more details, contact Dori at dorin@wdsra.com or 630-681-0962 ext569.
Special Needs Special Events   
District 200 FREE Day of Play

 

WDSRA is proud to be a part of the Family Day of Play! Families in the Wheaton/Warrenville community are invited to a morning of fun activities for young children and information for parents and caregivers. Family Day of Play is an opportunity to recognize the importance of early learning and play as a vital component in the growth and development of children.

 

Saturday, April 11th  

9am-12pm
Hubble Middle School, Warrenville
Must be accompanied by an adult 18+.  

Family Day of Play Flyer

This is a FREE event brought to the District 200 community by the Wheaton Warrenville Early Childhood Collaborative.

You Raise Me Up Concert

 

The 6th annual "You Raise Me Up" concert to benefit Special Olympics Illinois Area 2 is a real treat for the whole family! This year's concert features a host of talent including local Special Olympic Athletes sharing their personal experiences.

 

Saturday, April 11th

3pm  

College Church  

332 E. Seminary Ave., Wheaton

Tickets are $10 each (5 for $40)  

All proceeds go to benefit the athletes of Special Olympics. 

 

For more information or to purchase tickets, visit You Raise Me Up Concert. 

Long Term Financial Planning Seminar 

 

What happens when the bus stops coming because a child has aged out of the system? What happens if your child with special needs lives longer than you do or if you can no longer care for them?  How do you make the system work for you now while you prepare for the future?

 

Learn the ins and outs of creating a financially stable future for your family as Good Shepherd Church, in partnership with Thrivent Financial-Cantera, hosts a seminar geared for long term financial planning for those with special needs.

 

Saturday, April 11

9:30am-12pm

Good Shepard Church

1310 Shepard Dr., Naperville

 

Click here to RSVP. 

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