The Big Sky Centre for Learning and Being Astonished Inc.

Healthy Relationships & Sexual Education
2019-06-04 18:30 - 20:00, 2019-05-28 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Harbour Landing Village, 4000 James Hill Road, Regina, Canada
We are pleased to present to you again: Healthy Relationships & Sexual Education
In a relaxed, fun, and safe atmosphere, we are providing a judgement-free opportunity for Core Members to learn about healthy relationships and sexual education & health through a 3-part series. This series will focus on the differences between healthy and unhealthy relationships, intimacy, safe sex & disease prevention, and positioning for the complex body along with OT services available. Please see poster attached or below for dates, times, and location.
Adult content will be discussed.
Please note: Space is limited!
If you are interested in registering for this series, please let Bonnie or Katherine know ASAP.

Variety Night
2019-05-24 18:30 - 22:00 | Resurrection Roman Catholic Parish Hall, 4155 Windsor Park Road, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
Hello Core Members & Friends! Once again, the Astonished! Social Club will be attending the “Variety Night” for the month of May! This year’s theme is “Time Travellers” – Music, drama and dance from the past, present and even a short look into the future! Details are as follows: What: A! Social Club @ Variety Night Date: Friday, May 24th, 2019Where: Resurrection Roman Catholic Parish Hall (4155 Windsor Park Road)Time: Please arrive around 6:15/6:30pm and prepared to stay until 10:00pm (show runs from 7:00pm-9:30pm)***We are asking that Core Members try to arrive around 6:15/6:30pm in order to get settled for show time. We need to ensure we are there before the show begins, as we will not be able to get in once it starts. We suggests in case the show runs later, that you please arrange your pick-ups 10:00pm or later.If you arrange a pick-up before 10:00pm, please be aware that you may have to leave before the show ends.

Connections Showcase with Astonished! and the Realm Foundation
2019-05-14 18:00 - 21:00, 2019-02-12 18:00 - 21:00 | Mâmawêyatitân Centre, 3355 6th Ave, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
Have you ever struggled to find information, resources, services and community opportunities? We want to connect you with the right people! Each showcase will include oral presentations and informative exhibits showcasing services, information and opportunities relevant to showcase topics.
This is a three-part series connecting people with disabilities, and their networks with resources and services in the community.
Showcase Topics: Funding: Feb. 12, 2019; Housing: May 14, 2019; Well Being and Community Engagement: Sept: 17, 2019.
All ages and all abilities welcome. These sessions are open to the community at large.

Vital Community Conversations
2019-04-16 13:00 - 16:00 | Saskatchewan
As part of the South Saskatchewan Community Foundation 50th anniversary year celebrations, they are launching a program – 50 Vital Community Conversations – to get to the heart and listen to what matters in your community and how we can help to make a difference. Astonished! is pleased to be hosting one of the South Saskatchewan Community Foundation’s 50 Vital Community Conversations on Tuesday, April 16th from 1:00-4:00 at the University of Regina.

A! Paint Night
2019-04-12 19:00 - 21:00 | Harbour Landing Village, 4000 James Hill Road, Regina, Canada
Let out your inner artist!
With instruction from our very own Jill Dempsey, she will take us through a fun evening of creativity and inspiration! All supplies that are needed will be provided for you at the event. See attached picture for the painting we will be completing.
Space is limited, so please RSVP as soon as you can to ensure your chance to attend this awesome event!
We will also need plenty of volunteers, so please let Katherine know if you would like to come!
Harbour Landing Village, Gathering Room (on the basement level) 4000 James Hill Road from 7:00 -9:00

What's Your Style - Dance Nights
2019-04-11 19:00 - 21:00, 2019-02-28 19:00 - 21:00 | Mâmawêyatitân Centre, 3355 6th Ave, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
Everyone should have the opportunity to let loose and dance in whatever way the music moves them, regardless of musical taste, dance style or ability. The City of Regina, First Steps Wellness, and Astonished! are teaming together to offer this inclusive dance class, open to everyone, but adapted to meet the needs of individuals experiencing disability. Instruction will be based on a variety of dance culture, which emphasizes enthusiasm, camaraderie and smiles!
Please e-mail Katherine to confirm and let her know your Paratransit details.

Abilities Resource Fair
2019-04-11 13:00 - 16:00 | Campus Regina Public School, 1069 14th Avenue E, Regina
Astonished! is please to participate in the Abilities Resource Fair April 11, 1-4. 1069 14th Ave E, Regina. All ages and abilities are welcome to join us for an afternoon of free breakout sessions, informational booths, and an abilities equipment exchange.

Core Member Survey
2019-04-06 13:00 - 16:00 | Riddell Centre University of Regina, 3737 Wascana Parkway, Regina, Canada
Astonished! strives to provide programs/initiatives/activities that are in direct response to our Core Members strengths, dreams and needs. We have developed a questionnaire to seek your feedback on our current program offerings and to help us plan for the future.
Currently, Astonished’s mandate is to work alongside young adults (18-35 year olds). As YOU, (our current Core Members) approach 35 we are looking towards the future. To plan for the future, we need your assistance and ask that you fill out the questionnaire that we have developed!
On April 6th from 1:00-4:00 a few Astonished! people will be set up with computers in the Riddell Centre to provide you with support. This will be a come and go session but we do ask that you tell us ahead of time if you plan on coming.
rsvp to Katherine Taylor by April 2, 2019

A! St. Patrick’s Day Party
2019-03-15 19:00 - 21:00 | Birmingham’s Vodka & Ale House, 2635 E Starlite Street, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
For the month of March, our Leadership Team will be hosting a pub night for St. Patrick’s Day! We will be going out to Birmingham’s Vodka Ale House on Friday, March 15th to do some ‘Green Themed’ partying!
Some refreshments/appies will be provided but if you are wanting to purchasing something different off of the menu, please bring money to do so. Please RSVP to Katherine if you are wanting to attend this event. Paratransit users: please send your times when available.

A! Spring Gala 2019
2019-03-09 18:00 - 22:00 | Saskatchewan
Save the date for the fabulous A! Spring Gala. Event details to follow.

In The Cards - A! Social Club
2019-02-12 19:00 - 21:30 | Regina Little Theatre, 1077 Angus Street, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
What: A! Night at the Little Theatre
Date: Tuesday, February 12th, 2019
Where: 1077 Angus Street, Regina
Time: 7:30pm-9:45pm*
*must be there and settled for 7:30pm. Runtime is just over 2 hrs. Some light snacks & drinks will be provided
RSVP to Katherine
We will be attending a dress rehearsal at the Regina Little Theatre. Please see information about the play below:
In the Cards
By Caroline Russell King
Directed by Carri Lelliott
Produced by special arrangement with the Playwrights Guild of Canada
A reluctant psychic’s powers cause her no end of trouble in her romance with theman she knows she is going to marry, even though he is fighting it tooth and nail. Sometimes, love is fated. Being a psychic isn’t all it’s cracked up to be. This is a homespun play with lots of humour and warmth.

A! Holiday Feast
2018-12-07 17:00 - 19:30 | Sunset United Church, 177 Sunset Drive, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
A fun occasion for all ages. The Astonished! community comes together to celebrate at this annual holiday feast. We hope you can join in the feast.
Please RSVP to Katherine Taylor by November 23rd

A! Walk and Roll 2018
2018-12-02 13:00 - 15:00 | Saskatchewan
Save the date for the 4th annual A! Walk and Roll. Details to follow.

A! Social Club - Cougar Hockey Game
2018-11-17 15:00 - 17:00 | Co-operators Centre, 1700 Elphinstone, Regina, Saskatchewan, S4P2Z6, Canada
Get your game faces on: we will be gearing up to cheer on the University of Regina Men’s Cougar Hockey Team, as they take on the Calgary Dinos!
Tickets are limited, so please let Katherine know ASAP If you are planning on attending.
Paratransit: When you receive your bus times, please send them to Katherine.

Wine Tasting
2018-11-07 18:00 - 21:00 | The Willow on Wascana, 3000 Wascana Drive, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
Enjoy four courses of appetizers and four courses of wine pairings at The Willow on Wascana in support of Astonished. Tickets are $50 + tax + gratuity. Doors open at 6:00. For tickets contact The Willow on Wascana 306-585-3663.

Halloween Bake-Off Party!!!
2018-10-26 19:00 - 21:00 | Harbour Landing Village, 4000 James Hill Road, Regina, Canada
On a spooktacular Friday in late October (26th), the Astonished! Leadership Team is happy to present one awesome evening for the A! Social Club! Our main part of the night will be a Halloween cookie bake-off… can you design THE scariest cookie?!
If you are not too interested in baking, there will be other activities to engage in. Truly a night for all to enjoy! Better yet, its taking place at the wonderfully welcoming Harbour Landing Village. If you haven’t been here yet, the building and atmosphere itself is a sight to see.
Should I dress up?!: Up to you! Dress up if you like, but just be aware that your costume could get messy from the cookie-baking fun.
If you are wanting to come to this event, please send Katherine an email ASAP!
Paratransit: When you receive your bus times, please send them to Katherine.
We will be welcoming volunteers to this event as well, so please let Katherine know if you are wanting to join in on the fun!

Pizza and Pasta Buffet fundraiser
2018-10-16 18:00 - 21:00 | 4Seasons, 909 Arcola Avenue, Regina, SK
Its Pizza & Pasta Buffet time!!!
Please join us on Tuesday October 16th, 6-9 PM at the 4Seasons in Regina for our Pizza & Pasta Buffet Fundraiser. Tickets $25 adults, $15 kids. For tickets e-mail Bonnie Cummings-Vickaryous

A! Roughrider Night
2018-09-22 17:00 - 20:00 | Western Pizza, 3847 Albert Street S, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
The A! Social Club is taking in the Saskatchewan Roughrider game at Western Pizza, 3847 Albert Street S.
What better way to experience a Rider game than from a restaurant/pub that has food, drinks, and great service?! Join us for a fun Saturday evening, cheering on the green & white! We will provide some food for everyone, but alcoholic beverages will be at your own cost. Please bring cash if you are wanting to purchase extra food, or alcoholic beverages.
Please send Katherine your paratransit times when you receive them. We also invite everyone to wear their Rider gear or wear green if they choose to!

The Annual A! BBQ
2018-08-21 16:30 - 18:30 | Candy Cane Park, 501 Wascana Dr, Regina, Saskatchewan, S4S 7L3, Canada
On behalf of the Leadership Team & A! Staff, we are pleased to invite you to the Annual Astonished! Summer BBQ!
Details are as follows:
Date: Tuesday, August 21st
Time: 4:30pm-6:30pm (food to be served at 5:30pm)
Location: Candy Cane Park (501 Wascana Drive)
What to bring: a lawn chair (if you like), your family, and friends!
**Everyone is also welcome to come dressed in your Rider Gear… as this will be a Saskatchewan Roughrider themed party!
When you arrive at the park, there will be signs posted to find where our group is gathering. We will have drinks, food, and dessert at the event. Hamburgers and hotdogs will be ready @ around 5:30pm, but please come and go as you like.
Your Leadership Team & Summer Staff are also having a variety of games planned for everyone to enjoy throughout the evening. We will have sunscreen and bug spray available, but if you prefer a specific brand please bring your own.

Volunteer Appreciation Celebration
2018-06-21 16:00 - 18:00 | The Owl Bar & Grill, 3737 Wascana Parkway, Regina, Saskatchewan, S4S 0A2, Canada
We are grateful for all the ways volunteers contribute to the success of Astonished! Kaitlyn Hoar and Bonnie Cummings-Vickaryous have planned a come and go on June 21st from 4:00-6:00 at the OWL to thank our volunteers. Astonished will provide an assortment of appetizers, beer and non-alcoholic drink options. Please RSVP to Bonnie by June 15th 2018.

A! Social Club - Wascana Park
2018-06-19 18:30 - 20:30 | Wascana Park, 2405 Legislative Dr, Regina, Saskatchewan, S4S 0B3, Canada
What better way to celebrate summer than heading out to Wascana Park?! We will be going for a stroll/roll, checking out some beautiful scenery, and your A! Leadership Team will also have some activities planned for the evening out. Light snacks and refreshments will also be provided at the park. We will have sunscreen and bug spray on hand, but if you prefer your own brand, please bring it. For Paratransit users, please let Katherine know your times when you receive them.
Meeting point will be near the Legislature Building; 2405 Legislative Dr

Great Canadian Giving Challenge
2018-06-01 08:00 - 2018-06-30 17:00 | Saskatchewan
Make it a Win-Win
In the month of June, every dollar you donate to Astonished! (through Canada Helps) supports learners in our Summer Literacy Program AND earns Astonished! a chance to win $10,000 in the Great Canadian Giving Challenge. (minimum $3 donation required)
With your support we all win! Click the link to donate
https://www.canadahelps.org/en/gcgc/103187

April Social Club Event: Adult Science Night
2018-04-26 19:30 - 21:30 | Saskatchewan Science Centre, 2903 Powerhouse Drive, Regina, Saskatchewan, S4N 0A1, Canada
Astonished! Will be attending an Adult Science Night for the April Social Club Event on the 26th. The theme of this Adult Science night will be ‘The Great Outdoors’
Tickets are limited for this event, therefore please RSVP to Katherine ASAP to ensure you receive a ticket to attend.
If you have any questions in regard to this event, please contact Katherine to email: Katherine.taylor@beingastonished.com

Bar Day
2018-04-26 14:30 - 16:00 | The Owl Bar & Grill, 3737 Wascana Parkway, Regina, Saskatchewan, S4S 0A2, Canada
Join us at The Owl Bar every other Thursday on campus from 2:30pm-4:00pm!

Bar Day
2018-04-12 14:30 - 16:00, 2018-03-29 14:30 - 16:00 | The Owl Bar & Grill, 3737 Wascana Parkway, Regina, Saskatchewan, S4S10A, Canada

Dance Project
2018-03-29 18:30 - 20:30 | Mâmawêyatitân Centre, 3355 6th Ave, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
Everyone should have the opportunity to let loose and dance in whatever way the music moves them, regardless of musical taste, dance style or ability. The City of Regina and Astonished! are teaming together to offer this inclusive dance class, open to everyone, but adapted to meet the needs of individuals experiencing disability. Instruction will be based on a variety of dance culture, which emphasizes enthusiasm, camaraderie and smiles!
Please e-mail Katherine to confirm and let her know your Paratransit details.
