PATH Showcase
2025-06-04 13:30 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | 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

'What's Your Style!?' Dance Night!
2025-10-23 19:00 - 21:00 | Mamaweyatitan Centre, 3356 6th Avenue, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
Come get your groove on and let loose to the music at this upcoming ‘What’s Your Style!? dance night!!
The Details:
What: ‘What’s Your Style!?’ Dance Night
Date: Thursday, October 23rd, 2025
Time: 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Location: Mamaweyatitan Centre (3355-6th Ave.)
Please RSVP to Melissa Turbuck by October 14th, 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: When you receive your bus times, please send them to Melissa. Please make sure you are there no earlier than 6:45pm for drop off, and pick up is scheduled for no later than 9:15 pm.

*****We will be welcoming volunteers to the dance night 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

A! Music with Emma
2025-11-23 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!
The Details:
What: A! Music with Emma
Date: Sunday, November 23rd, 2025
Time: 1:00pm – 2:30pm
Location: 1625 Badham Blvd.

**Please note that for this event we have a maximum of 9 Core Members who can attend**

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.

Please RSVP to Melissa by November 14th!

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! Holiday Market
2025-11-28 18:00 - 20:00 | Hotel Sask, 2125 Victoria Ave, Regina, Saskatchewan, S4P 0S3, Canada
We are excited to be attending the 2nd Annual Tyndalstone Holiday Market at Hotel Sask! It will be a great opportunity to pick up some amazing gifts from an incredible selection of local businesses and cross off a few of those on your Christmas lists!! You are more than welcome to dress up, wear something sparkly, your favourite Christmas sweater and get some fancy photos in front of the beautiful Christmas decor at Hotel Sask! There will also be a Christmas Tree lighting ceremony, Christmas carolers, and some delicious treats!
***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 Friday, November 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 evening please provide us with the phone number as soon as you can!).
Please provide transportation details by November 26th

The Details:
What: Astonished! Holiday Market @ Hotel Sask.
Date: Friday, November 28th, 2025
Time: 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Location: Hotel Saskatchewan (please get dropped off at the Scarth St. entrance – on Google Maps it shows it as 2125b Victoria Ave.)

**Please RSVP by November 21st, 2025, but be sure to RSVP ASAP as spots will fill up fast!
Paratransit: If taking Paratransit please have drop off at Hotel Sask. (Scarth St. entrance) and please arrive no earlier than 5:45pm. Pick up at Hotel Sask. (Scarth St. entrance) 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

A! Holiday Feast
2025-12-13 17:00 - 19:00 | Harmany United Church, 177 Sunset Drive, Regina, SK, S4S 6Y7, Canada
You’re warmly invited to join us for a joyful Holiday Feast — a wonderful opportunity to gather together, share good food, and reconnect with friends old and new. This special event is all about community and celebration, and we’d love for you to be a part of it! We warmly encourage you to bring your family and loved ones to join in the festivities — they are more than welcome to share in this joyful celebration with us.
Instead of a ticket price, we kindly ask for a cash donation to help support the event! Come hungry, come happy, and let’s make this holiday season one to remember!!!
Here are the details:
What: Annual Astonished! Holiday Feast
Date: Saturday, December 13th, 2025
Time: 5:00pm – 7:00pm (Dinner will be served at 5:30pm)
Location: Harmony United Church – formerly called Sunset United Church (177 Sunset Dr.)

**When you RSVP (**RSVP by November 30th:**) please let Mel know how many people will be attending with you!
Warmest regards,
-Melissa

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