Western DuPage

Special Recreation Association

Engaging community-based recreational programs and

inclusion services for children, teens and adults with special needs.

www.wdsra.com

News You Can Use May 11, 2016

In This Issue

Tiger Trot to Benefit WDSRA

Thank you Comcast!

Looking for Summer Staff and Volunteers

Golf Registration is OPEN

Sensory Garden Play Days

Special Needs Time at Carnival

Lincoln Marsh Open House

Volunteer at Ribfest

Registration for the 2016 Charlie Long/WDSRA Golf Classic is OPEN!

Monday, June 13th
Arrowhead Golf Club, Wheaton

Great golf
Delicious food
Special treats
Supports WDSRA programs

Thank You

Golf Sponsors!

Weather Sponsor

Still Available

Lunch Sponsor

Still Available

Dinner Sponsor

Still Available

Sign Sponsor

Trophy Sponsor

Water Sponsor

Still Available

Contest and Hole Sponsorships also available!

WDSRA in the News!

No Summer Blues with WDSRA Summer Camps

Track and Field Athletes Compete in WDSRA Spring Meet

Cinco de Mayo Fun!

Thank You Comcast Volunteers!

Comcast Cares 3

Find more photos on Facebook!

Learn More Aobout WDSRA!

View the WDSRA video here.

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

News You Can Use Archive

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2016 Charlie Long/WDSRA Golf Classic

Title Sponsors

5K/Fun Run to Benefit WDSRA Open to Everyone

Many

thanks to the Wiesbrook Elementary School PTA. They have chosen WDSRA as a beneficiary of their 2016 Wiesbrook Tiger Trot 5K Race and 1 Mile Fun Run. The Tiger Trot is open to everyone.

The course winds through the Arrowhead and Legends neighborhoods. It is a flat course making it perfect for any ability runner and it is a USA Track and Field certified course.

Wiesbrook Elementary School Tiger Trot

5K and 1 Mile Fun Run

Sat, May 21st

Wheaton area

Open to the Public

Online registration is going on right now. All race information and registration can be found at 2016 Wiesbrook Tiger Trot.

Thank you Comcast Cares Day Volunteers!

We want to give a huge shout out to ALL the Comcast friends and families that came out to WDSRA on Comcast Cares Day, April 30th. So many great volunteers...132 strong!

We can't thank you enough for all the projects that you assisted with. There was bus and window washing, landscaping, collating invitations for the upcoming golf outing, kit assembly for our camps and other programs, Spring Fling preparation, and a Community Park clean-up.

Special thanks to Comcast for their ongoing support!

(Check out more photos on our Facebook page).

Looking for Head Instructors and Volunteers

still have a few openings for Head Instructors in our summer camps. But you can't get hired if you don't apply!

Summer jobs at WDSRA are fun, offer flexible schedules and competitive wages. This a great opportunity for teachers, education or special education majors, and college or high school students. Experience is a plus but we will train.

We are also looking for volunteers, especially for the Naperville area. Can you assist with Bowling (Tues/Thurs) Cooking 101(Sats), Beginner Golf (Mons) or our Out & About programs (variety of days/times)?

To start the process, go to www.wdsra.com. For summer jobs use the Seasonal Employment drop down. To volunteer, use the Volunteers drop down.

Golf Registration is OPEN!

Need a reason to hit the links? Want an afternoon out of the office? We have you covered!

Golfing in the Charlie Long/WDSRA Golf Classic helps create a better life for children, teens and adults with special needs right here in your own community.

No one needs to know that you are having a great time too! It will be our secret.

Charlie Long/WDSRA Golf Classic

Monday, June 13th

Arrowhead Golf Club, Wheaton

Golfers

$170 per golfer

$680 per foursome

Register by June 6th!

NEW! Express Golf Includes 2 mulligans and 1 raffle ticket--$25 per person, $100 per foursome

Dinner Only Option

$50 per person (Includes a donation to WDSRA)

Schedule

11:30am Registration
12pm       Lunch
1pm         Shotgun start, scramble format, 18 holes/cart
6pm         Dinner, awards, cash bar

Complete details can be found at www.wdsra.com.

Program Highlight

Sensory Garden Play Days Open to ALL Families!

2016 Summer Play Days: 5/21, 6/18, 7/16, 8/20

Everyone is invited to the summer's first Play Day at the all-inclusive Sensory Garden Playground. Though the playground is open every day/ year round, just like any other playground, there will be special family-friendly fun including: face-painting, lawn games, gardening, and a whole lot of more for everyone!

Saturday, May 21st

9:30am-12:30pm

Sensory Garden Playground

FREE and open to the public

The Sensory Garden Playground is located inside Danada South Park at 2751 Navistar Dr. in Lisle just northeast of Warrenville & Naperville roads.

Visit www.playforalldupage.org for more information. If you would like to assist with the fun, contact Becca at beccar@wdsra.com or 630-681-0962 ext578.

Community Partners

Special Needs Time at Carnival

Love carnivals? Fantasy Amusement Carnival is hosting special needs family time. The carnival will be closed to the general public during this time allowing families with children with a disability extra time to safely enter and exit rides which will be run at slower speeds. You will receive complimentary admission, popcorn and cotton candy along with one stuffed animal prize per child.

Saturday, May 14th

11:30am-1:30pm

Fox Valley Mall

RSVP to angelique@varietyofillinois.org with the number in your party and which date you will attend.

Lincoln Marsh Spring Open House

Get outdoors and discover the wonders of Lincoln Marsh. Head on over for a taste of the nature and adventure programs they offer for all ages! You are invited to hike, explore, and participate in exciting activities or just stop in to chat about opportunities for individuals, families, schools, groups, scouts, and more.

Saturday, May 14th

9am-Noon

Lincoln Marsh

102 E. Wesley St., Wheaton

Volunteer at Ribfest for WDSRA

Can you work Ribfest on behalf of WDSRA? In exchange for sending volunteers, the Exchange Club of Naperville donates a portion of the money raised at Ribfest back to WDSRA. The number of volunteers working on behalf of WDSRA may directly impact the size of the donation we receive from them.

All you need to volunteer is a friendly attitude and a willingness to have fun. All positions are easy to learn and any specific training will be given on site. There are a variety of shifts. And the very best perk is that you get to enjoy Ribfest after your shift is over.

Ribfest Volunteers

Friday, July 1st- Monday, July 4th

Knoch Park, Naperville

Volunteers are needed to serve beverages, assist in the identification tents, serve as parking attendants, etc. Opportunities for all ages!

To volunteer, simply go to www.ribfest.net/volunteer. Be sure to indicate that you are volunteering on behalf of WDSRA.

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 |