Hey Friend! 👋

We’re still thawing out from the snow, and yes… I’m already talking about July. Because city summer camps (additional support & low cost) can fill in minutes, so let’s mark the dates!

You will also find a few weekend picks, including RBG’s Bloomland in Oz and Ripley's Sensory Sunday.

Note: Details can change (especially with this weather) please confirm on the official link before you go.

First Things First

👀 Mark Your Calendar

Summer Camp Registration Dates in Halton

It's that time of year when you have to hock over your laptop at 7 AM in the morning! If you're looking at inclusion, adapted and SNAP summer camps, these are the registration days:

Town of Oakville

Camp Info: Open Feb 17 → More Info
Registration: Open Tuesday, February 24 @ 7 AM

City of Burlington

Camp Info: Open Now → More Info
Residents: Saturday, Feb 7 @ 9:00 AM
Members & Public: Fri, Feb 13 @ 9:00 AM

Town of Milton

Camp Info: Open Now → More Info
Residents: Tuesday, Feb 10 @ 7:00 AM
Non-Residents: Thursday, Feb 12 @ 7:00 AM

Town of Halton Hills

Camp Info: Open Now → More Info
Residents: Tuesday, Feb 17 @ 7:00 AM
Non-Residents: Tuesday, Feb 24 @ 7:00 AM

Upcoming events

This weekend

Bond's 10 Year Anniversary Party

When: Saturday, January 31 @ 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where: Aerosport Indoor Playground, 2679 Bristol Cir, Oakville

Bond is a service provider for families like us, here in Burlington and they are celebrating 10 year or service with a quieter “party”. Kids can play in at the indoor playground while caregivers connect with people who gets it. Saturday mornings are usually quiet at Aerosport, if you come at opening and leave before 11:30am.

💰️ Free 🔗 More Info

🐠 Sensory Sunday Morning

When: Sunday, February 1 @ 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where: Ripley's Aquarium of Canada, Toronto

An early-opening session with reduced lighting, lower sound, and smaller crowds, a calmer way to enjoy the exhibits. These time slots often fill quickly, worth booking ahead.

💰 Paid 🔗 More Info

🌷 Bloomland in Oz

When: Sat, Jan 31 (runs through March)
Where: Royal Botanical Gardens, 680 Plains Rd W, Burlington

The indoor gardens have gone full Wizard of Oz.
Sensory Note: Since it’s the opening weekend, it may get crowded after 11am, aim for right at opening or late afternoon

💰 Paid (Booking Required) 🔗 More Info

Upcoming Events

Programs & activities

⛸️ Sensory Skate

When: Saturday, January 31 @ 6:30 PM - 7:45 PM
Where: Sixteen Mile Sports Complex, 3070 Neyagawa Blvd, Oakville

Skate with reduced lighting and noise for a more relaxed environment.

💰️Paid (registration required) | More Info

Sensory Swim

When: Saturday, January 32 @ 3:00 PM - 3:55 PM
Where: Milton Leisure Centre, 1100 Main St E, Milton

A designated swim time designed to be quieter and more comfortable.

💰️ Paid (registration required) | More Info

Upcoming This Month

Workshops & support

Caregiver Café

When: Thursday, February 12 @ 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Where: ROCK Oakville Office, 2125 Wyecroft Road, Oakville

A relaxed meetup to connect with other caregivers going through the same journey, with experienced staff on site to look after the kiddos!

💰 Free (registration required) 🔗 More info

Know a calm place or event we should include?

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See you next week,

Stella

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