Congratulations Athletes!
Congratulations to all the athletes who competed at Summer Games this past weekend! Representing WDSRA at Illinois State University were 40 athletes and 10 coaches.
Families are encouraged to share their photos on our Facebook page.
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Welcome Part Time Staff
and Volunteers!
This is going to be the best summer ever!
Summer programs have started. We want to say welcome and thank you to all the part time staff and volunteers coming on board. We are all looking forward to all the enthusiasm and energy you are bringing to our participants!
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40th Anniversary Challenge!
Play Today! Win Prizes!
What better way to celebrate 40 years of outstanding special recreation than by playing the WDSRA Summer of Fun 40th Anniversary Challenge! It's fun and easy for all ages and abilities.
1. Pick up your FREE WDSRA Summer of Fun magnet (or visit www.wdsra.com for a complete list of activities)
2. Check off the fun activities as you go
3. Post your fun to WDSRA social media
4. Win prizes
Details: Magnets were handed out the first week of summer programs and are available at the WDSRA office. Entries are valid when posted on WDSRA social media (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter @WeAreWDSRA). Entries can be made for any/all of the items listed on the magnets. Entries may be posted to all WDSRA social media channels by WDSRA. Winners will be drawn weekly and one Grand Prize Winner will be drawn after Labor Day. The WDSRA Summer of Fun 40th Anniversary Challenge runs through Labor Day.
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BMW Drive for WDSRA
Lend a Helping Hand with Your Foot on the Pedal!
Have you wanted a reason to get behind the wheel of a BMW? Now you have one!
During the BMW Drive for a Cause all you have to do is test drive a BMW at Elmhurst BMW anytime from June through August, and Elmhurst BMW will make a donation to WDSRA. It is that easy! Elmhurst BMW wants to raise $10,000 for WDSRA. We can do it with YOUR help! Just head on over and tell them you are there to test drive for WDSRA. Thank you Elmhurst BMW for choosing WDSRA as your charity of choice! 466 W. Lake St. Elmhurst, IL 60126
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Golf Outing a Success Thanks to Many!
We had beautiful weather and a fantastic turnout. A great time was had by all! We are delighted that golfers, sponsors and volunteers came out to show their support. Thanks to everyone for spending their day with WDSRA!
Support of this event continues to provide the support needed to make a difference in the quality of life for so many children, teens and adults. The funds raised make it possible for WDSRA to provide a variety of programs and inclusion services that become an integral part of a person's life and the lives of all members of the family.
We hope that you will continue to support WDSRA!
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It was definitely great golf and great fun.
All for a great cause!
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Sensory Garden Play Days Open to ALL Families!
2016 Summer Play Days: 6/18, 7/16, 8/20
Everyone is invited to an all-inclusive Play Day at the Sensory Garden Playground. Play Days have special family-friendly fun for everyone including: face-painting, lawn games, gardening, and a whole lot of more!
Saturday, June 18th
10:30am-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. For more information visit www.playforalldupage.org for more information.
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Special Needs Screening--
Finding Dory
The friendly-but-forgetful blue tang fish reunites with her loved ones, and everyone learns a few things about the real meaning of family along the way.
Finding Dory (PG)
Saturday, June 25th @ 11am Studio Movie Grill (SMG) 301 Rice Lake Square, Wheaton Special needs children & their siblings are FREE. All other guests are $6/ticket.
The SMG Special Needs Screenings features family-friendly movies. Movies are shown with the lights up, the volume lowered and children are free to move around, talk or even dance in the aisles during the movie. Plus, order any menu item marked with the SMG Chefs for Charity badge and SMG will donate 5% of the proceeds to WDSRA.
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Special Needs Swim Night
Families with individuals who have special needs are invited to enjoy a relaxing evening after the regular operating hours of Centennial Beach. The shallow end of the slide will be open too. Sundays, June 26th & July 17th, 31st
6:30-8pm
Centennial Beach
500 W. Jackson Ave., Naperville
No registration is required. Cost is $3 per person at the door or you may apply your membership toward entry. You do not need to be a Naperville resident to participate. For more information, visit Centennial Beach.
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Volunteer for WDSRA, Stay for
Ribfest!
Easy as 1,2,3:
1. Volunteer--All you need is a friendly attitude and a willingness to have fun.
2. Work--More fun with friends and family.
3. Enjoy Ribfest--Enjoy Ribfest after your shift is over!
Ribfest Volunteers
Friday, July 1st- Monday, July 4th
Knoch Park, Naperville
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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.
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