The Big Sky Centre for Learning and Being Astonished Inc.

Garden of Wellness - Salad Station & Solar Art
2024-08-26 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | South Community Garden, 3303 Grant Road, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
For the final week of the Garden of Wellness, we will have a salad station with fresh garden veggies and we will make solar art (rescheduled from August 6th)!!
Core Members will gather at the South Zone Community Garden for a craft, snacks, and mingling!!!!
When you RSVP please provide the following information:

Emergency contact phone number for the afternoon of Monday, August 26th
Phone numbers of staff who are on this afternoon (we understand that sometimes there are staffing changes so if there is a change for another contact person for that afternoon please provide us with the phone number as soon as you can!)
Transportation details when available.

**Please note that this event will be open to a maximum of 8 Core Members**
The Details:
What: Salad Station & Solar Art
Date: Monday, August 26th
Time: 1 pm – 3 pm
Location: South Zone Community Garden 3303 Grant RD
Paratransit: If taking Paratransit please drop off at South Zone Community Garden 3303 Grant RD and please arrive no earlier than 12:45 pm. Pick up at South Zone Community Garden 3303 Grant RD please no later than 3:20 pm.
Please make sure you RSVP to: eventsupport@beingastonished.com by August 19th. As well, please send your paratransit times by August 23rd.
****Weather conditions are unpredictable – our general rule of thumb is to postpone an outdoor event if the percentage of the chance of rain/storms is 40% and higher with no indoor space readily available. We will typically make the call no later than 2 hours before the event – please note that weather conditions can change suddenly so a call may be made closer to the time of the event start time. In the case of sudden inclement weather, we ask that families/group homes work to secure transportation home for their Core Member at the event. Astonished staff will work with families and group homes to assist in making the arrangements*****
Thank you to the City of Regina for a Social Development Grant – Annual Activity to partially support the work of the Astonished! Social Club

A! @ Holiday Bazaart!
2024-11-23 14:00 - 16:00 | MacKenzie Art Gallery, 3474 Albert Street, Regina, Canada
Are you interested in getting Christmas shopping done in an afternoon?!?! At Holiday Bazaart, you’ll experience a shopping event like no other, with a wide variety of locally made, hand-crafted items and the chance to connect with passionate creatives at the MacKenzie Art Gallery. Bring along your wallet if you are interested in purchasing some items and check off a few people on your Christmas list! We will also head to the cafe for a drink and have a snack!
***Please note that for this event we have a maximum of 6 Core Members who can attend**
When you RSVP please provide the following information:

Emergency contact phone number for the afternoon of Saturday, November 23rd
Phone numbers of staff who are on this afternoon (we understand that sometimes there are staffing changes so if there is a change for another contact person for that afternoon please provide us with the phone number as soon as you can!)
Please provide transportation details by November 21st

The Details:
What: A! @ Holiday Bazaart
Date: Saturday, November 23rd, 2024
Time: 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Location: MacKenzie Art Gallery (3475 Albert St.)
**Please RSVP by November 15th, 2024 to melissa.turbuck@beingastonished.com
Paratransit: If taking Paratransit please have drop off at 3475 Albert St. and please arrive no earlier than 1:40pm. Pick up at 3475 Albert St. and please no later than 4:20pm. When you receive your bus times, please send them to Melissa.
We will be welcoming volunteers to this event as well, so please let Mel know if you are wanting to join in on the fun!
Thank you to the City of Regina for a Social Development Grant – Annual Activity to partially support the work of the Astonished! Social Club

Save the Date: A!TLC FALL PATH Showcase
2024-12-11 13:30 - 15:00 | Education Building, U of R, Room 114, 3919 University Drive South, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
It is that time of year again as we have our PATH Showcase quickly approaching! Twice a year in A!TLC, the Student Researchers have an opportunity to present the work and the goals they have accomplished, and share interests that they have explored!!
Please save the date for the FALL PATH Showcase:
When: Wednesday, December 11th, 2024
Time: 1:30pm – 3:00pm
Where: Education Building Room 114 at the U of R (ED 114)

Please let Mel know if you plan on attending! melissa.turbuck@beingastonished.com

We hope to see you there and stay safe on the roads!!

Holiday Feast
2024-12-14 17:00 - 19:00 | 177 Sunset Drive, 177 Sunset Drive, Regina, SK, Canada
The holiday season is just around the corner, and we’re excited to invite you to our annual Holiday Feast. This special event is a time to celebrate together, express our gratitude, and share in the festive spirit.
We encourage you to bring your family members/loved ones to join in the festivities. Your loved ones are more than welcome to share this joyful occasion with us.
The Details:
What: Holiday Feast
Date: Saturday, December 14th, 2024
Time: 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Location: 177 Sunset Drive

**RSVP by November 13th:**
To help us plan accordingly, please confirm your attendance by November 13th. When you RSVP, kindly provide the number of people attending with you. Please RSVP to Mel: melissa.turbuck@beingastonished.com
We are delighted to inform you that there is no cost to attend this event. For those who wish to contribute financially and help support the expenses, we will have the option for a goodwill offering at the event.
We look forward to coming together, sharing delicious food, and enjoying your company this holiday season. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!!!!
Thank you to the City of Regina for a Social Development Grant – Annual Activity to partially support the work of the Astonished! Social Club

A! @ U of R Women's Hockey Game!!
2025-01-18 16:30 - 20:00 | Co-operators Centre, 1700 Elphinstone, Regina, Saskatchewan, S4P2Z6, Canada
Do you love hockey and want to watch the U of R Women’s Hockey team in action?!?! Then look no further!!! The Women’s Hockey team is doing AWESOME this season and we would love to cheer on the Lady Cougars!! Come dressed in your green and gold and enjoy a thrilling match against the U of A Pandas!
***Please note that for this event we have a maximum of 6 Core Members who can attend**
When you RSVP please provide the following information:
Emergency contact phone number for the evening of Saturday, January 18th
Phone numbers of staff who are on this evening (we understand that sometimes there are staffing changes so if there is a change for another contact person for that afternoon please provide us with the phone number as soon as you can!)
Please provide transportation details by January 15th!
The Details:
What: A! @ U of R Women’s Hockey Game!
Date: Saturday, January 18th, 2025
Time: 5:00pm – 8:00pm (Please try and arrive for 4:30pm as the game begins at 5PM and we would like to get to the spots before the match begins!)
Location: Co-Operators Centre (1700 Elphinstone St.)
Please RSVP to Melissa Turbuck by January 10th, 2025
If you are an Astonished! Core Member, please register/RSVP with Melissa through email, phone, or text. Do not register with the City of Regina if you are a Core Member. If you know of someone who is not a Core Member that would like to attend, please direct them to the instructions on the poster so that they can register through the city! Please feel free to forward this email and poster to your friends!
Paratransit: If taking Paratransit please have drop off at 1700 Elphinstone St. and please arrive no earlier than 4:15pm. Pick up at 1700 Elphinstone St. and please no later than 8:25pm. When you receive your bus times, please send them to Melissa.
*****We will be welcoming volunteers to this event so if you would like to join in on the fun please let Mel know if you would like to attend 🙂 ****
If you have any questions please do not hesitate to reach out to Mel
Thank you to the City of Regina for a Social Development Grant – Annual Activity to partially support the work of the Astonished! Social Club

A! Oscars Pre-Party
2025-02-28 19:00 - 22:00 | Education Building, U of R, Room 114, 3919 University Drive South, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
Do you enjoy dressing up fancy but never really get the chance to go anywhere to do it?!?!??!?!? Then do we have NEWS for you!!!!! For February’s Social Club event we are going to have our very own Astonished! Oscars pre-party! Come dressed in your finest! We will have a hair station, a make-up station, a nail station – so if you come dressed up we will make sure we handle the rest for you! Our team will do our best to get those finished touches complete 🙂 We will have our very own red carpet where there will be paparazzi to take your photos! We will have some yummy appetizers, mocktails, and our very own Astonished! awards show! This is an event you DO NOT WANT TO MISS!!!
When you RSVP please provide the following information:

Emergency contact phone number for the evening of Friday, February 28th
Phone numbers of staff who are on this evening (we understand that sometimes there are staffing changes so if there is a change for another contact person for that afternoon please provide us with the phone number as soon as you can!)
Please provide transportation details by February 26th

The Details:
What: A! Oscars Pre-Party
Date: Friday, February 28th, 2025
Time: 7:00pm – 10:00pm
Location: Education Building Room 114 (3919 University Drive South)

**Please RSVP by February 19th, 2025 to melissa.turbuck@beingastonished.com
Paratransit: If taking Paratransit please have drop off at Education Building (3919 University Drive South) and please arrive no earlier than 6:40pm. Pick up at Education Building (3919 University Drive South) and please no later than 10:15pm. When you receive your bus times, please send them to Melissa

We will be welcoming volunteers to this event as well, so please let me know if you are wanting to join in on the fun!

If you have any questions please do not hesitate to reach out to Mel!
Thank you to the City of Regina for a Social Development Grant – Annual Activity to partially support the work of the Astonished! Social Club

A! Movie Night!
2025-03-14 18:30 - 21:00 | Kramer IMAX, 2903 Powerhouse Dr, Regina
We are very excited to be checking out a new release movie at the Kramer IMAX Theatre!! The movie we will be watching that night is called ‘Mickey 17’.
Here is a summary of the movie: Mickey 17 is a sci-fi thriller based on the novel Mickey7 by Edward Ashton. The movie is about an “expendable”, a person who is sent on dangerous missions. If the expendable dies, a new body regenerates with most of the memories intact. The movie features a futuristic character named Mickey who can regenerate himself after death with most of his memories intact. The movie is expected to be a unique and original sci-fi film
Movie Trailer if you’d like to see if it interests you!: Mickey 17 | Official Trailer – YouTube
***Please note that for this event we have a maximum of 8 Core Members who can attend**
When you RSVP please provide the following information:

Emergency contact phone number for the evening of Friday, March 14th
Phone numbers of staff who are on this evening (we understand that sometimes there are staffing changes so if there is a change for another contact person for that afternoon please provide us with the phone number as soon as you can!)
Please provide transportation details by March 12th

The Details:
What: A! Movie Night!
Date: Friday, March 14th, 2025
Time: 6:35pm – 9:00pm (The movie begins at 6:35pm so please try to arrive before it starts! And the movie time is 2hrs 17min so have your pickups for 9pm and later)
Location: Kramer IMAX Theatre (2903 Powerhouse Dr.)
Please RSVP to Melissa Turbuck by March 7th, 2025

Paratransit: If taking Paratransit please have drop off at 2903 Powerhouse Dr. and please arrive no earlier than 6:00pm. Pick up at 2903 Powerhouse Dr. and please no later than 9:25pm. When you receive your bus times, please send them to Melissa.

If you have any questions please do not hesitate to reach out to Mel!
Thank you to the City of Regina for a Social Development Grant – Annual Activity to partially support the work of the Astonished! Social Club

Hotdog & Bake Sale
2025-05-31 13:00 - 15:00 | South Community Garden, 3303 Grant Road, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
Pop by our garden site at the South Zone Community Garden on May 31st for a hotdog & bake sale fundraiser!
The Details:
What: Hotdog & Bake Sale
Date: Saturday, May 31st, 2025
Time: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Location: South Zone Community Garden (3303 Grant Road)

A! Garden Party & Hot Dog Sale Fundraiser
2025-05-31 13:00 - 15:00 | South Community Garden, 3303 Grant Road, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
We have a fun afternoon planned for the last day in May!!! We will be at the Astonished! accessible garden plot at the South Zone Community Garden!!!! For the Social Club event we will be working the hot dog sale fundraiser, as well as, we will have a planter station where Core Members will be making a flower planter. If you are not interested in attending the event but would like to pop by and purchase a hot dog, drink and/or baking please stop by and also let your friends know!! I have also attached the poster for the hot dog sale fundraiser if you would like to let know any of your family and friends know 🙂

***Please note that for this event we have a maximum of 10 Core Members who can attend**

**Please dress according to the weather (bring hat, sunglasses, warm clothing if it is a cooler afternoon, etc.).***

When you RSVP please provide the following information:

Emergency contact phone number for the afternoon of Saturday, May 31st
Phone numbers of staff who are on this afternoon (we understand that sometimes there are staffing changes so if there is a change for another contact person for that afternoon please provide us with the phone number as soon as you can!). We need a phone number as well because if the weather is not great we will need to contact everyone who has RSVP’d – so please make sure you are providing a number 🙂
Please provide transportation details by May 29th

The Details:
What: Astonished! Garden afternoon & Hot Dog Sale Fundraiser
Date: Saturday, May 31st, 2025
Time: 1:00pm – 3:00pm
Location: The South Zone Community Garden (3303 Grant Rd.)
**Please RSVP by May 22nd, 2025 to melissa.turbuck@beingastonished.com

Paratransit: If taking Paratransit please have drop off at 3303 Grant Road and please arrive no earlier than 12:45pm. Pick up at 3303 Grant Rd. and please no later than 3:20pm. When you receive your bus times, please send them to Melissa.
*****We will be welcoming volunteers to the Social Club Event so if you would like to join in on the fun please let me know if you would like to attend 🙂 ****
If you have any questions please do not hesitate to reach out to Mel!
Thank you to the City of Regina for a Social Development Grant – Annual Activity to partially support the work of the Astonished! Social Club

PATH Showcase
2025-06-04 13:30 - 15:00 | Education Building, U of R, Room 114, 3919 University Drive South, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
Twice a year in A!TLC, the Student Researchers have an opportunity to present the work and the goals they have accomplished, and share interests that they have explored!!
Please Save the Date for the SPRING PATH Showcase:
The Details:
When: Wednesday, June 4th, 2024
Time: 1:30pm – 3:00pm
Where: Education Building Room 114 (ED 114) at the U of R

Please let Mel know if you plan on attending!
We hope to see you there!!

Garden of Wellness - Creating Plant Labels
2025-06-16 13:00 - 15:00 | South Community Garden, 3303 Grant Road, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
Welcome to the first week of the Garden of Wellness! On June 16th, we will be creating Plant Labels for our accessible garden. Come out and show your art skills by creating unique plant labels for us to use throughout the summer.
Core Members will meet at the South Zone Community Garden for an activity, snack, and mingling.
Please RSVP and provide the following information by June 9th:

Emergency contact phone number for the afternoon of Monday, June 16th
Paratransit bus times or transportation details
Phone numbers of staff who are on this afternoon (we understand that sometimes there are staffing changes, so if there is a change for another contact person for that afternoon, please provide us with the phone number as soon as you can!)

**Please note that this event will be open to a maximum of 8 Core Members**

The Details
What: Creating Plant Labels
Date: Monday, June 16th
Time: 1pm-3pm
Location: South Zone Community Garden (3303 Grant RD)
Paratransit: If taking Paratransit, please have drop off at South Zone Community Garden (3303 Grant RD) and please arrive no earlier than 12:45 pm. Pick up at South Zone Community Garden (3303 Grant Rd) and please no later than 3:20 pm.

To RSVP for the event please email eventsupport@beingastonished.com by June 9th! As well, please send your paratransit times by June 9th.
***Please note at the present time Astonished! staff and volunteers do not provide personal care (washroom needs).
*** Weather conditions are unpredictable. Our general rule of thumb is to postpone an outdoor event if the percentage of the chance of rain/storms is 50% and higher with no indoor space readily available. We will typically make the call no later than 10am on the day of the event.

We hope to see you there!!

For contact details for Garden of Wellness:
Email: eventsupport@beingastonished.com
Jayda: (306) 519-0739
Maggie: (780) 876-1794

Thank you to the City of Regina for a Social Development Grant – Annual Activity to partially support the work of the Astonished! Social Club

Garden of Wellness
2025-06-16 13:00 - 2025-08-18 15:00 | South Community Garden, 3303 Grant Road, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
We are so happy to announce that the Garden on Wellness Program is back!
The Garden of Wellness will consist of weekly activities every Monday beginning June 16th and running until August 18th. Core Members will have the opportunity to engage in accessible gardening and wellness-based activities.
Attached below is a program overview that will provide you with some information about the program and weekly activities. Please take a look and see what activities might interest you!

Here is some important information for the Garden of Wellness Program:
*** Program will run every Monday at the South Zone Community Garden from 1pm-3pm (unless Monday is a stat, then the program will be moved to a different day)
*** We will send out an email 2 weeks before each activity
*** Please make sure to RSVP to the eventsupport@beingastonished.com email one week prior to the event

****Please note at the present time Astonished! staff and volunteers do not provide personal care (washroom needs).
*** Weather conditions are unpredictable. Our general rule of thumb is to postpone an outdoor event if the percentage of the chance of rain/storms is 50% and higher with no indoor space readily available. We will typically make the call no later than 10am on the day of the event.

Please stay tuned for our weekly emails regarding each specific event.

We all hope to see you there!
Jayda and Maggie
For contact details for Garden of Wellness:
Email: eventsupport@beingastonished.com
Jayda: (306) 519-0739
Maggie: (780) 876-179

Thank you to the City of Regina for a Social Development Grant – Annual Activity to partially support the work of the Astonished! Social Club

The Big Sky Summer Adventure Program
2025-06-17 - 2025-08-23 | Saskatchewan
Your Summer Adventure Awaits You!
This program will consist of a weekly outdoor activity for the Astonished! Core Members that will begin mid-June until mid-August!
Here are some important details for the Big Sky Summer Adventure Program:

We will send out an email 2 weeks before each activity. This email will come from the eventsupport@beingastonished.com email address.
Although we are attaching a brochure outlining all of this summer’s adventures, we will only be taking RSVPs on a weekly basis. This means you need to wait for the poster to come out for each event prior to RSVPing.
Please make sure you RSVP to: eventsupport@beingastonished.com
You must RSVP a minimum of 7 days before each activity unless otherwise directed in the weekly email.
Paratransit times must be given a minimum of 2 days before each activity and please make sure your times are within the time frame indicated in the weekly email. It is not possible for us to staff the event outside of the window given
Weather conditions are unpredictable – our general rule of thumb is to postpone an outdoor event if the percentage of the chance of rain/storms is 40% and higher, with no indoor space readily available. We will typically make the call no later than 2 hours before the event – please note that weather conditions can change suddenly, so a call may be made closer to the start time of the event. In the case of sudden inclement weather, we ask that families/group homes work to secure transportation home for their Core Member at the event. Astonished staff will work with families and group homes to assist in making the arrangements.
This year, we are requiring that when you RSVP for an event that you provide a phone number for the emergency contact is and phone numbers for staff who are on that evening/day. We need this information so that if we are cancelling the event, we can call. This information is also required for if someone is sick, we can also give a call to have that Core Member picked up/transportation available. We will require these details every time you attend an outdoor event
Please note that at present Astonished! staff and volunteers do not provide personal care (washroom needs)
Please note you do not have to sign up for each weekly activity as you can sign up for whatever ones interest you!

The Details:
What: The Big Sky Summer Adventure Program
Date: June 17-August 23, 2024
Time: Find these in the brochure
Location: Find these in the brochure
We are looking forward to having a BLAST this summer and can’t wait to see what these adventures will bring!!
Thank you to the City of Regina for a Social Development Grant – Annual Activity to partially support the work of the Astonished! Social Club

The Big Sky Summer Adventure Program - Pizza in the Park
2025-06-17 18:00 - 20:00 | Candy Cane Park, 501 Wascana Dr, Regina, Saskatchewan, S4S 7L3, Canada
Our first week of this year’s Big Sky Summer Adventure is approaching soon, and we can’t wait to get back outdoors!
Our first event for this year will be Pizza in the Park on June 17th!
Core members will gather at Candy Cane Park for an evening of pizza, mingling, and games.
Please RSVP and provide the following information by June 10th:

Emergency contact phone number for the evening of Tuesday, June 17th
Phone numbers of staff who are on this afternoon (we understand that sometimes there are staffing changes, so if there is a change for another contact person for that afternoon, please provide us with the phone number as soon as you can!)

*** Paratransit: Please note that we require Paratransit bus times or transportation details to be provided a minimum of 2 days before the event. Please provide these details by June 15th.

The Details
What: Pizza in the Park
Date: Tuesday, June 17th
Time: 6 pm-8 pm
Location: Candy Cane Park (501 Wascana Dr)
Paratransit: If you are taking Paratransit, please have your drop off at Candy Cane Park (501 Wascana Dr), and please arrive no earlier than 5:45 pm. Pick up will also be at Candy Cane Park (501 Wascana Dr), and please have your pick up be no later than 8:15 pm.

To RSVP for the event, please email eventsupport@beingastonished.com by June 10th! As well, please send your paratransit times by June 15th.

***Weather conditions are unpredictable – our general rule of thumb is to postpone an outdoor event if the percentage of the chance of rain/storms is 40% and higher, with no indoor space readily available. We will typically make the call no later than 2 hours before the event

*** Please note that at the present time Astonished! Staff and volunteers do not provide personal care (washroom needs).

We hope to see you there!!
Download the brochure
Thank you to the City of Regina for a Social Development Grant – Annual Activity to partially support the work of the Astonished! Social Club

Garden of Wellness - Gratitude Rock Painting!
2025-06-23 13:00 - 15:00 | South Community Garden, 3303 Grant Road, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
Welcome to the second week of the Garden of Wellness! On Monday June 23rd, we will be Painting Rocks and Painting Garden Decorations for our accessible garden. Come out and show your art skills by creating gratitude rocks and garden decorations for us to use and showcase throughout the summer.

Core Members will meet at the South Zone Community Garden for an activity, snack, and mingling.

Please RSVP and provide the following information by June 16th:

Emergency contact phone number for the afternoon of Monday, June 23rd
Phone numbers of staff who are on this afternoon (we understand that sometimes there are staffing changes, so if there is a change for another contact person for that afternoon, please provide us with the phone number as soon as you can!)

*** Paratransit: Please note that we require Paratransit bus times or transportation details to be provided a minimum of 3 days before the event. Please provide these details by June 20th.

*** To RSVP for the event, please email eventsupport@beingastonished.com by June 16th! As well, please send your paratransit times by June 20th.

**Please note that this event will be open to a maximum of 8 Core Members**

The Details:
What: Gratitude Rock Painting and Garden Decoration Painting
Date: Monday, June 23rd
Time: 1pm-3pm
Location: South Zone Community Garden (3303 Grant RD)
Paratransit: If taking Paratransit please have drop off at South Zone Community Garden 3303 Grant RD and please arrive no earlier than 12:45 pm. Pick up at South Zone Community Garden (3303 Grant Rd) and please no later than 3:15 pm.

***Please note at the present time Astonished! staff and volunteers do not provide personal care (washroom needs).
*** Weather conditions are unpredictable. Our general rule of thumb is to postpone an outdoor event if the percentage of the chance of rain/storms is 40% and higher with no indoor space readily available. We will typically make the call no later than 10am on the day of the event.
We hope to see you there!!

For contact details for Garden of Wellness:
Email: eventsupport@beingastonished.com
Jayda: (306) 519-0739
Maggie: (780) 876-179

Thank you to the City of Regina for a Social Development Grant – Annual Activity to partially support the work of the Astonished! Social Club

Garden of Wellness - Stepping Stones
2025-07-14 13:00 - 15:00 | South Community Garden, 3303 Grant Road, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
Welcome to the fifth week of the Garden of Wellness! On July 14th, we will be creating Stepping Stones for our accessible garden. Come out and show your art skills by creating stepping stones to decorate our garden or to take home!

Core Members will meet at the South Zone Community Garden for an activity, snack, and mingling.

Please RSVP and provide the following information by July 7th:

Emergency contact phone number for the afternoon of Monday, July 14th

Phone numbers of staff who are on this afternoon (we understand that sometimes there are staffing changes so if there is a change for another contact person for that afternoon please provide us with the phone number as soon as you can!)

*** Paratransit: Please note that we require Paratransit bus times or transportation details to be provided a minimum of 3 days before the event. Please provide these details by July 11th.

**Please note that this event will be open to a maximum of 8 Core Members**

The Details:
What: Painting Stepping Stones
Date: Monday, July 14th, 2025
Time: 1pm-3pm
Location: South Zone Community Garden (3303 Grant RD)

Paratransit: If taking Paratransit please have drop off at South Zone Community Garden 3303 Grant RD and please arrive no earlier than 12:45 pm. Pick up at South Zone Community Garden (3303 Grant Rd) and please no later than 3:15 pm.

To RSVP for the event please email eventsupport@beingastonished.com by July 7th! As well, please send your paratransit times by July 11th.

***Please note at the present time Astonished! staff and volunteers do not provide personal care (washroom needs).

*** Weather conditions are unpredictable. Our general rule of thumb is to postpone an outdoor event if the percentage of the chance of rain/storms is 40% and higher with no indoor space readily available. We will typically make the call no later than 10am on the day of the event.

We hope to see you there!!

For contact details for Garden of Wellness:
Email: eventsupport@beingastonished.com
Jayda: (306) 519-0739
Maggie: (780) 876-1794

For contact details for Garden of Wellness:
Email: eventsupport@beingastonished.com
Jayda: (306) 519-0739
Maggie: (780) 876-179

Thank you to the City of Regina for a Social Development Grant – Annual Activity to partially support the work of the Astonished! Social Club

Garden of Wellness - Crystal Sun Catchers
2025-07-21 13:00 - 15:00 | South Community Garden, 3303 Grant Road, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
Welcome to the sixth week of the Garden of Wellness! On July 21st, we will be creating sun catchers. Come out and create crystal sun catchers that will glisten when they are in the sun!

Core Members will meet at the South Zone Community Garden for an activity, snack, and mingling.

Please RSVP and provide the following information by July 14th:

Emergency contact phone number for the afternoon of Monday, July 21st
Phone numbers of staff who are on this afternoon (we understand that sometimes there are staffing changes so if there is a change for another contact person for that afternoon please provide us with the phone number as soon as you can!)

*** Paratransit: Please note that we require Paratransit bus times or transportation details to be provided a minimum of 3 days before the event. Please provide these details by July 18th.
**Please note that this event will be open to a maximum of 8 Core Members**

The Details:
What: Creating sun catchers
Date: Monday, July 21st
Time: 1pm-3pm
Location: South Zone Community Garden (3303 Grant RD)

Paratransit: If taking Paratransit please have drop off at South Zone Community Garden 3303 Grant RD and please arrive no earlier than 12:45 pm. Pick up at South Zone Community Garden (3303 Grant Rd) and please no later than 3:15 pm.

To RSVP for the event, please email eventsupport@beingastonished.com by July 14th. Additionally, please send your paratransit times by July 18th.

***Please note at the present time Astonished! staff and volunteers do not provide personal care (washroom needs).

*** Weather conditions are unpredictable. Our general rule of thumb is to postpone an outdoor event if the percentage of the chance of rain/storms is 40% and higher with no indoor space readily available. We will typically make the call no later than 10am on the day of the event.

We hope to see you there!!

For contact details for Garden of Wellness:
Email: eventsupport@beingastonished.com
Jayda: (306) 519-0739
Maggie: (780) 876-1794

Thank you to the City of Regina for a Social Development Grant – Annual Activity to partially support the work of the Astonished! Social Club

The Big Sky Summer Adventure Program - Salsa Night
2025-07-22 18:00 - 20:00 | 2190 Victoria Ave
This event is at maximum capacity – thank you!

The Details
What: Salsa Night
Date: Tuesday, July 22nd
Time: 6 pm-8 pm
Location: Pat Fiacco Plaza (2190 Victoria Ave.)

We hope to see you there!!
Download the brochure
Thank you to the City of Regina for a Social Development Grant – Annual Activity to partially support the work of the Astonished! Social Club

Garden of Wellness - Pinecone Bird Feeders
2025-07-28 13:00 - 15:00 | South Community Garden, 3303 Grant Road, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
Welcome to the seventh week of the Garden of Wellness! On July 28th 2025, we will be creating Pinecone Bird Feeders. Come out and create an easy birdfeeder to feed our feathered friends this summer!

Core Members will meet at the South Zone Community Garden for an activity, snack, and mingling.

Please RSVP and provide the following information by July 21st, 2025

Emergency contact phone number for the afternoon of Monday, July 28th

Phone numbers of staff who are on this afternoon (we understand that sometimes there are staffing changes so if there is a change for another contact person for that afternoon, please provide us with the phone number as soon as you can!)

*** Paratransit: Please note that we require Paratransit bus times or transportation details to be provided a minimum of 3 days before the event. Please provide these details by July 25th.

**Please note that this event will be open to a maximum of 8 Core Members**

The Details:
What: Pinecone Bird feeders
Date: Monday, July 28th, 2025
Time: 1pm-3pm
Location: South Zone Community Garden (3303 Grant RD)

Paratransit: If taking Paratransit please have drop off at South Zone Community Garden 3303 Grant RD and please arrive no earlier than 12:45 pm. Pick up at South Zone Community Garden (3303 Grant Rd) and please no later than 3:15 pm.

To RSVP for the event, please email eventsupport@beingastonished.com by July 21st! As well, please send your paratransit times by July 25th.

***Please note at the present time Astonished! staff and volunteers do not provide personal care (washroom needs).

*** Weather conditions are unpredictable. Our general rule of thumb is to postpone an outdoor event if the percentage of the chance of rain/storms is 40% and higher with no indoor space readily available. We will typically make the call no later than 10am on the day of the event.
We hope to see you there!!

For contact details for Garden of Wellness:
Email: eventsupport@beingastonished.com
Jayda: (306) 519-0739
Maggie: (780) 876-1794

Thank you to the City of Regina for a Social Development Grant – Annual Activity to partially support the work of the Astonished! Social Club

A! Trivia Night @ The Flats Eatery
2025-07-31 18:00 - 20:00 | 2045 Prince of Wales Drive
Do you love to test your knowledge with a FUN trivia game?!?!? Then look no further! The Flats Eatery + Drink has a Trivia Night right in their restaurant! Come on out and enjoy some appies and have fun answering trivia questions! We will be ordering some appies, but if you would like to order something else, please bring your wallet
***Please note that for this event we have a maximum of 5 Core Members who can attend**

When you RSVP please provide the following information:

Emergency contact phone number for the evening of Thursday, July 31st
Phone numbers of staff who are on this evening(we understand that sometimes there are staffing changes so if there is a change for another contact person for that afternoon please provide us with the phone number as soon as you can!).
Please provide transportation details by July 29th

The Details:
What: Astonished! Trivia Night
Date: Thursday, July 31st, 2025
Time: 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Location: The Flats Eatery + Drink (2045 Prince of Wales Dr.)

**Please RSVP by July 22nd, 2025 to melissa.turbuck@beingastonished.com

Paratransit: If taking Paratransit please have drop off at The Flats Eatery (2045 Prince of Wales Dr.) and please arrive no earlier than 5:45pm. Pick up at The Flats Eatery (2045 Prince of Wales Dr.) and please no later than 8:20pm. When you receive your bus times, please send them to Melissa.

*****We will be welcoming volunteers to the Social Club Event so if you would like to join in on the fun please let me know if you would like to attend 🙂 ****
If you have any questions please do not hesitate to reach out to Mel!
Thank you to the City of Regina for a Social Development Grant – Annual Activity to partially support the work of the Astonished! Social Club

The Big Sky Summer Adventure Program - Queen City Ex
2025-08-01 12:00 - 15:00 | 1700 Elphinstone Street, 1700 Elphinstone Street, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
This event is at maximum capacity – thank you!

The Details
What: Queen City Ex
Date: Friday, August 1st
Time: 12 pm-3 pm
Location: 1700 Elphinstone Street

We hope to see you there!!
Download the brochure
Thank you to the City of Regina for a Social Development Grant – Annual Activity to partially support the work of the Astonished! Social Club

Garden of Wellness - Solar Paper Art.
2025-08-05 13:00 - 15:00 | South Community Garden, 3303 Grant Road, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
Welcome to the eighth week of the Garden of Wellness! On Tuesday, August 5th, we will be creating Solar Paper Art. Come out and show your art skills by using the sun to create some beautiful art!
Please note this garden event is on a Tuesday, as Monday, August 4th is a statutory holiday.
Core Members will meet at the South Zone Community Garden for an activity, snack, and mingling.

Please RSVP and provide the following information by July 28th, 2025

Emergency contact phone number for the afternoon of Tuesday August 5th
Phone numbers of staff who are on this afternoon (we understand that sometimes there are staffing changes so if there is a change for another contact person for that afternoon please provide us with the phone number as soon as you can!)

*** Paratransit: Please note that we require Paratransit bus times or transportation details to be provided a minimum of 3 days before the event. Please provide these details by Friday August 1st.
**Please note that this event will be open to a maximum of 8 Core Members**

The Details:
What: Solar Art Paper
Date: Tuesday, August 5th
Time: 1pm-3pm
Location: South Zone Community Garden (3303 Grant RD)

Paratransit: If taking Paratransit please have drop off at South Zone Community Garden 3303 Grant RD and please arrive no earlier than 12:45 pm. Pick up at South Zone Community Garden (3303 Grant Rd) and please no later than 3:15 pm.
To RSVP for the event please email eventsupport@beingastonished.com by July 28th As well, please send your paratransit times by August 1st.

***Please note at the present time Astonished! staff and volunteers do not provide personal care (washroom needs).

*** Weather conditions are unpredictable. Our general rule of thumb is to postpone an outdoor event if the percentage of the chance of rain/storms is 40% and higher with no indoor space readily available. We will typically make the call no later than 10am on the day of the event.

We hope to see you there!!

For contact details for Garden of Wellness:
Email: eventsupport@beingastonished.com
Jayda: (306) 519-0739
Maggie: (780) 876-1794

Thank you to the City of Regina for a Social Development Grant – Annual Activity to partially support the work of the Astonished! Social Club

The Big Sky Summer Adventure Program - Summer Bash Market
2025-08-09 13:00 - 15:00 | 170 Sunset Drive, 170 Sunset Drive, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
This event is at maximum capacity – thank you!

The Details
What: Summer Bash Market
Date: Saturday, August 9th
Time: 1 pm-3 pm
Location: 170 Sunset Drive

We hope to see you there!!
Download the brochure
Thank you to the City of Regina for a Social Development Grant – Annual Activity to partially support the work of the Astonished! Social Club

Garden of Wellness - Creating Clay Impressions
2025-08-11 13:00 - 15:00 | South Community Garden, 3303 Grant Road, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
Welcome to the second last week of the Garden of Wellness! On Monday August 11th, we will be creating Clay Impressions. We will be using clay as well as leaves and flowers from the garden to make art from the plant’s impressions.
Core Members will meet at the South Zone Community Garden for an activity, snack, and mingling.
Please RSVP and provide the following information by August 4th

Emergency contact phone number for the afternoon of Monday, August 11th
Phone numbers of staff who are on this afternoon (we understand that sometimes there are staffing changes so if there is a change for another contact person for that afternoon please provide us with the phone number as soon as you can!)

*** Paratransit: Please note that we require Paratransit bus times or transportation details to be provided a minimum of 3 days before the event. Please provide these details by August 8th.
**Please note that this event will be open to a maximum of 8 Core Members**
The Details:
What: Creating Clay Impressions
Date: Monday, August 11th
Time: 1pm-3pm
Location: South Zone Community Garden (3303 Grant RD)

Paratransit: If taking Paratransit please have drop off at South Zone Community Garden 3303 Grant RD and please arrive no earlier than 12:45 pm. Pick up at South Zone Community Garden (3303 Grant Rd) and please no later than 3:15 pm.
To RSVP for the event please email eventsupport@beingastonished.com by August 4th! As well, please send your paratransit times by August 8th.
***Please note at the present time Astonished! staff and volunteers do not provide personal care (washroom needs).
*** Weather conditions are unpredictable. Our general rule of thumb is to postpone an outdoor event if the percentage of the chance of rain/storms is 40% and higher with no indoor space readily available. We will typically make the call no later than 10am on the day of the event.

We hope to see you there!!

For contact details for Garden of Wellness:
Email: eventsupport@beingastonished.com
Jayda: (306) 519-0739
Maggie: (780) 876-1794

Thank you to the City of Regina for a Social Development Grant – Annual Activity to partially support the work of the Astonished! Social Club

The Big Sky Summer Adventure Program - Campfire Night
2025-08-12 18:00 - 20:00 | 1426 Brown Street, 1426 Brown Street, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
Our ninth week of the Big Sky Summer Adventure is approaching soon, and we are so excited
Our ninth event for this year will be a Campfire Night on Tuesday, August 12th!
Core members will gather at Glencairn Park and enjoy an evening fire, along with food, mingling, and games.
Please RSVP and provide the following information by August 5th:

Emergency contact phone number for the evening of Tuesday, August 12th
Phone numbers of staff who are on this afternoon (we understand that sometimes there are staffing changes, so if there is a change for another contact person for that afternoon, please provide us with the phone number as soon as you can!)

*** Paratransit: Please note that we require Paratransit bus times or transportation details to be provided a minimum of 3 days before the event. Please provide these details by August 9th.

The Details
What: Campfire Night
Date: Tuesday, August 12th
Time: 6 pm-8 pm
Location: Glencairn Park (1426 Brown St.)
Paratransit: If you are taking Paratransit, please have your drop off at Glencairn Park (1426 Brown St.), and please arrive no earlier than 5:45 pm. Pick up will also be at Glencairn Park (1426 Brown St.), and please have your pick up be no later than 8:15 pm.
To RSVP for the event, please email eventsupport@beingastonished.com by August 12th! As well, please send your paratransit times by August 9th.
***Weather conditions are unpredictable – our general rule of thumb is to postpone an outdoor event if the percentage of the chance of rain/storms is 40% and higher, with no indoor space readily available. We will typically make the call no later than 2 hours before the event
*** Please note that at the present time Astonished! Staff and volunteers do not provide personal care (washroom needs).

We hope to see you there!!
Download the brochure
Thank you to the City of Regina for a Social Development Grant – Annual Activity to partially support the work of the Astonished! Social Club

Garden of Wellness - Pressed Flower Jars
2025-08-18 13:00 - 15:00 | South Community Garden, 3303 Grant Road, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
Welcome to the last week of the Garden of Wellness! On Monday August 18th, we will be making Pressed Flower Jars!! Core Members will meet at the South Zone Community Garden for an activity, snack, and mingling.

Please RSVP and provide the following information by August 11th:

Emergency contact phone number for the afternoon of Monday, August 18th

Phone numbers of staff who are on this afternoon (we understand that sometimes there are staffing changes so if there is a change for another contact person for that afternoon please provide us with the phone number as soon as you can!)

*** Paratransit: Please note that we require Paratransit bus times or transportation details to be provided a minimum of 3 days before the event. Please provide these details by August 15th.

**Please note that this event will be open to a maximum of 8 Core Members**

The Details:
What: Pressed Flower Jars
Date: Monday, August 18th
Time: 1pm-3pm
Location: South Zone Community Garden (3303 Grant RD)

Paratransit: If taking Paratransit please have drop off at South Zone Community Garden 3303 Grant RD and please arrive no earlier than 12:45 pm. Pick up at South Zone Community Garden (3303 Grant Rd) and please no later than 3:15 pm.

To RSVP for the event please email eventsupport@beingastonished.com by August 11th! As well, please send your paratransit times by August 15th.

***Please note at the present time Astonished! staff and volunteers do not provide personal care (washroom needs).

*** Weather conditions are unpredictable. Our general rule of thumb is to postpone an outdoor event if the percentage of the chance of rain/storms is 40% and higher with no indoor space readily available. We will typically make the call no later than 10am on the day of the event.

We hope to see you there!!

For contact details for Garden of Wellness:
Email: eventsupport@beingastonished.com
Jayda: (306) 519-0739
Maggie: (780) 876-1794

Thank you to the City of Regina for a Social Development Grant – Annual Activity to partially support the work of the Astonished! Social Club

Astonished! Annual Summer BBQ
2025-08-21 18:00 - 20:00 | Candy Cane Park, 501 Wascana Dr, Regina, Saskatchewan, S4S 7L3, Canada
We are VERY EXCITED to have our end of summer BBQ on the evening of Thursday, August 21st!!! This year we will be having pulled pork on a bun again, as well as, some yummy sides! Drinks and supper will be provided!!! We are inviting Core Members, families, friends, previous placement students to connect and catch up! Please bring a lawn chair 🙂 At the BBQ there will be a donation jar present to help cover the expenses of the BBQ. People are asked to consider making a donation if they can, but we understand if some can’t.

**If attending, please RSVP how many people are coming****

When you RSVP please provide the following information:

Emergency contact phone number for the evening of August 21st.
How many people are accompanying you?
Phone numbers of staff who are on this evening (we understand that sometimes there are staffing changes so if there is a change for another contact person for that evening please provide us with the phone number as soon as you can!

The Details:
What: Astonished! Annual Summer BBQ
When: Thursday, August 21st
Time: 6pm – 8pm
Location: Candy Cane Park (501 Wascana Dr.)

Paratransit: If taking Paratransit please have drop off at Candy Cane Park (501 Wascana Dr.) and please arrive no earlier than 5:40pm. Pick up at Candy Cane Park (501 Wascana Dr) and please no later than 8:30 pm.

To RSVP for the event please email melissa.turbuck@beingastonished.com by August 12th! As well, please send your paratransit times by August 19th.

****Weather conditions are unpredictable – our general rule of thumb is to postpone an outdoor event if the percentage of the chance of rain/storms is 40% and higher with no indoor space readily available. We will typically make the call no later than 2 hours before the event – please note that weather conditions can change suddenly so a call may be made closer to the time of the event start time. In the case of sudden inclement weather, we ask that families/group homes work to secure transportation home for their Core Member at the event. Astonished staff will work with families and group homes to assist in making the arrangements*****

We hope you can make it out!!!!

Melissa Turbuck

Thank you to the City of Regina for a Social Development Grant – Annual Activity to partially support the work of the Astonished! Social Club

The Big Sky Summer Adventure Program - I Love Regina Day
2025-08-22 12:00 - 14:00 | 2190 Victoria Ave
This event is at maximum capacity – thank you!

The Details
What: I Love Regina Day
Date: Friday, August 22nd
Time: 12 pm- 2 pm
Location: 2190 Victoria Ave.

We hope to see you there!!
Download the brochure
Thank you to the City of Regina for a Social Development Grant – Annual Activity to partially support the work of the Astonished! Social Club

A! Music with Emma
2025-09-21 13:00 - 14:30 | 1625 Badham Blvd, 1625 Badham Blvd, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
Rebekah Lindenbach is continuing to host her Music with Emma Event! Do you enjoy listening to music, singing, playing instruments, improvisation, and more!?! Then look no further! Emma Cameron will be leading us in the event at Prairie Spruce Commons!
**Please note that for this event we have a maximum of 9 Core Members who can attend**
The Details:
What: A! Music with Emma
Date: Sunday, September 21st, 2025
Time: 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Location: 1625 Badham Blvd.
Please RSVP to Melissa Turbuck by September 12th, 2025
Paratransit: If taking Paratransit please have drop off at 1625 Badham Blvd. and please arrive no earlier than 12:45pm. Pick up at 1625 Badham Blvd. and please no later than 2:45pm. When you receive your bus times, please send them to Melissa.
We will be welcoming volunteers for this event so come join in on the fun!!!
If you have any questions please do not hesitate to reach out to Mel!
Thank you to the City of Regina for a Social Development Grant – Annual Activity to partially support the work of the Astonished! Social Club

A! Saskatchewan Roughriders Game Viewing Party
2025-09-27 17:00 - 20:00 | 2934 Inglis Bay, 2934 Inglis Bay, Regina, Canada
The Sask. Roughriders have been having a good season thus far! And we thought nothing could be better than watching the game, having an alcohol beverage (and non-alcoholic as well), and a few slices of pizza with friends!! We will be projecting the game onto the garage door inside Mel’s parents garage so come on out in RIDERS GEAR & get ready to cheer on the GREEN AND WHITE!!
***Please note that for this event we have a maximum of 8 Core Members who can attend**

When you RSVP please provide the following information:

Emergency contact phone number for the evening of Saturday, September 27th
Phone numbers of staff who are on this evening(we understand that sometimes there are staffing changes so if there is a change for another contact person for that evening please provide us with the phone number as soon as you can!).
Please provide transportation details by September 25th

The Details:
What: Astonished! Riders Game Viewing
Date: Saturday, September 27th, 2025
Time: 5:00pm – 8:00pm
Location: 2934 Inglis Bay
**Please RSVP by September 19th, 2025 to melissa.turbuck@beingastonished.com
Paratransit: If taking Paratransit please have drop off at 2934 Inglis Bay and please arrive no earlier than 4:45pm. Pick up at 2934 Inglis Bay and please no later than 8:20pm. When you receive your bus times, please send them to Melissa.
*****We will be welcoming volunteers to the Social Club Event so if you would like to join in on the fun please let me know if you would like to attend 🙂 ****

If you have any questions please do not hesitate to reach out to Mel!

Thank you to the City of Regina for a Social Development Grant – Annual Activity to partially support the work of the Astonished! Social Club
