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A.C.E. Adaptive Community Education
Increase your knowledge on topics that affect people with disabilities and their recreation opportunities. Our Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist can customize programs to fit your needs. Current topics include: Disability Awareness, Recreation Inclusion, ADA & Reasonable Accommodations, plus, many more! Call 368-0989 to arrange for presentations for your group today!
PLAY DAYS WITH MONTY & PEYTON
Monty is a Black Labrador Retriever, specially trained as a professional therapy dog and part of a Certified Assistance Dog Team, with his handler Jabeth Coachman. Peyton is a small Yorkshire Terrier, working with handler Jennifer Spence, as a registered Delta Society Pet Partner Team. These motivated and energetic teams are offering individual and group play sessions that can be “tail”ored to meet your programming needs. These
sessions can provide the participant with physical and emotional support, development of motor skills, as well as teaching responsibility, increasing communication skills, and building confidence. Please contact Jabeth Coachman or Jennifer Spence at (785) 368-0989 to schedule an appointment.
FINANCIAL PLANNING FOR PARENTS/GUARDIANS
1-1½ hour session
This workshop will help parents to better understand the planning which our children will need during all stages of life. We will cover what Social Security is, if your child is eligible and why it is important for our children to obtain these benefits. We will focus on using Special Needs Trusts to protect assets for our children and retain the benefits granted under Social Security. The workshop will address many of the concerns that parents have as they are trying to ensure quality of life for their children. We will be reviewing guardianship and alternatives to, explain how to create a blue print for providing care for the child after the parents are gone and help you understand how planning for your special needs child is different both legally and financially.
Registration deadline is Friday, November 6.
DATE DAY TIME LOCATION CODE
Nov 9 Mon 6:30pm SSLC 3-26-039-22
Price: $5
$4 Topeka resident
Social
ICE-CREAM SOCIAL (all ages welcome)
1-1 hour event
I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice-cream!!! Are you up for a good old-fashioned Ice Cream Social? Just because summer has ended, doesn’t mean the fun has to! Come create a frozen treat with yummy toppings while hanging out with your favorite friends at Gage Park! Registration deadline is Tuesday, September 1.
DATE DAY TIME LOCATION CODE
Sept 3 Thur 1pm SSLC 3-26-040-22
Sept 3 Thur 6pm SSLC 3-26-041-22
Price: $5
$4 Topeka resident
DANCE HOUSE (ages 16 & up)
1-2 hour event
Come spend the night dancing with your friends the second Thursday of each month. Each admission gets you great music by local DJ’s and a choice of refreshments. Staff and family are admitted free with a paying participant. Whether you like dancing and singing or just socializing with your friends, this is a great program for everyone. October is our Costume Dancehouse and December is our Holiday Dancehouse. Admission is $4 at
the door or you may purchase a discount 12-dance punchcard for $36.
DATE DAY TIME LOCATION
Sept 10 Thur 6pm Big Gage Shelter
Oct 8 Thur 6pm Big Gage Shelter
Nov 12 Thur 6pm Big Gage Shelter
Dec 10 Thur 6pm Big Gage Shelter
Price: $4 at the door or $36 punchcard (3-14-019-22)
PINS AND PIZZA (ages 12 & up)
1-2 hour session
What a fun way to spend an afternoon with your friends – sharing pizza and bowling. Registration fee includes pizza, drink, 2 hours of bowling, and shoe rental. Bring your friends and enjoy a Saturday afternoon together. Please notify our office if a bowling ramp is required. Registration deadline is the Thursday before the scheduled program date. No registrations will be accepted on-site.
DATE DAY TIME LOCATION CODE
Sept 12 Sat 1pm Gage Bowl 3-10-053-22
Oct 3 Sat 1pm Gage Bowl 3-10-054-22
Nov 7 Sat 1pm Gage Bowl 3-10-055-22
Dec 5 Sat 1pm Gage Bowl 3-10-056-22
Price: $15
$12 Topeka resident
POPCORN MOVIE CLUB (ages 8 & up)
1-2½ hour session
Do you enjoy watching movies? Join us watch your favorite movies while munching on a scrumptious snack and sipping on a delightful drink. We will provide several movies to choose from and the group will decide which film sounds the best. Movies will be PG or G rated. Registration is required the Wednesday prior to the scheduled program.
DATE DAY TIME LOCATION CODE
Sept 18 Fri 1pm SSLC 3-26-042-22
Oct 16 Fri 1pm SSLC 3-26-043-22
Nov 20 Fri 1pm SSLC 3-26-044-22
Dec 11 Fri 1pm SSLC 3-26-045-22
Price: $5
$4 Topeka resident
30
GAME CRAZY DAYS (ages 8 & up)
1-1½ hour session
Are you crazy about games? Would you like to learn a new game to play with friends? Stop by our office in Gage Park to play your favorite games with your friends. We have every game that you could ever dream of... Nintendo Wii, Guitar Hero, board games galore, trivia games, adapted sports, an accessible playground and much more!!! This is a drop-in event, no preregistration necessary.
DATE DAY TIME LOCATION CODE
Sept 11 Fri 1pm SSLC 3-26-046-22
Sept 21 Mon 6pm SSLC 3-26-047-22
Oct 2 Fri 1pm SSLC 3-26-048-22
Oct 15 Thur 6pm SSLC 3-26-049-22
Nov 5 Thur 6pm SSLC 3-26-050-22
Nov 6 Fri 1pm SSLC 3-26-051-22
Dec 4 Fri 1pm SSLC 3-26-052-22
Dec 7 Mon 6pm SSLC 3-26-053-22
Price: $2.50
$2 Topeka resident
Lifetime Leisure
PUMPKIN PAINTING (ages 8 & up)
1–1½ hour session
Decorate your own pumpkin for Halloween, without all the mess of carving one! You will be able to create your own scary, silly or traditional jack-o-lantern face. Registration deadline is Tuesday, October 20.
DATE DAY TIME LOCATION CODE
Oct 21 Wed 1pm SSLC 3-26-054-22
Oct 22 Thur 6pm SSLC 3-26-055-22
Price: $12.50
$10 Topeka resident
TURKEY DAY TREATS (ages 8 & up)
1-1½ hour session
Do you like pumpkin pie & other Thanksgiving desserts? Come learn to make some tasty treats… with a quick and easy twist! Registration deadline is the Monday, November 16.
DATE DAY TIME LOCATION CODE
Nov 18 Wed 1pm SSLC 3-26-056-22
Nov 19 Thur 6pm SSLC 3-26-057-22
Price: $6.25
$5 Topeka resident
CHRISTMAS COOKIES (ages 8 & up)
1-1 hour session
Get in the holiday spirit! Come decorate your very own sugar cookies as we sip on cocoa and listen to carols. Registration deadline is Monday, December 7.
DATE DAY TIME LOCATION CODE
Dec 9 Wed 6pm SSLC 3-26-058-22
Dec 10 Thur 1pm SSLC 3-26-059-22
Price: $6.25
$5 Topeka resident
Healthy Lifestyles
“LET’S GET MOVING: Focus on a Better You”
(ages 12 & up)
3-1 hour sessions
Believe it or not, getting healthy doesn’t have to be a hassle...it can be a fun, social experience! Join our staff as we focus on new ways to exercise, workout and keep moving! Participants will also learn how to make nutritious, delicious snacks, sack lunches,& how to make healthy choices while eating out. Each session
has a new innovative way to get you on your way to becoming a Healthier, Stronger, Energetic & Vibrant you! Prizes will be awarded at the end of the session for personal success! Registration deadline is the Tuesday prior to the program date.
DATE DAY TIME LOCATION CODE
Sept 10 Thur 1pm SSLC 3-26-060-22
Sept 17 Thur 6pm SSLC 3-26-061-22
Oct 1 Thur 1pm SSLC 3-26-062-22
Price: $18.75
$15 Topeka resident
Adapted Sports & Outdoors Recreation
GOLF (ages 10 & up)
2-1 hour sessions
Join your friends in the great outdoors while you improve your golf skills. We will practice driving and putting before ending with a night on the course with instructor, Elmer from First TEE. Participants are responsible for providing their own golf clubs & tees. Registration deadline is Friday, September 11.
DATE DAY TIME LOCATION CODE
Sept 14/16 MW 6pm Cypress Ridge 3-66-002-22
Price: $37.50
$30 Topeka resident
FISHING FOR FUN (ages 8 & up)
1-2 hour session
Join us for a relaxing afternoon of leisure fishing at Gage Park. Bring a sack lunch for a picnic in the park, followed by an introductory fishing clinic. Equipment and bait will be provided. Registration deadline is Wednesday, September 2.
DATE DAY TIME LOCATION CODE
Sept 4 Fri 12pm Westlake 3-26-063-22
Price: $2.50
$2 Topeka resident
ARCHERY (ages 12 & up)
5-1 hour sessions
Archery is great way to try your skills at hitting the bull’s-eye. Our instructor will teach you how to take aim & learn this exciting sport. Adapted instruction and equipment will be provided. Archery classes will be held at B-Squared Archery, 4700 SW Topeka Blvd. Registration deadline is Thursday September 24.
DATE DAY TIME LOCATION CODE
Sept 28 Mon 7pm B-Squared 3-26-064-22
Price: $31.25
$25 Topeka resident
YOUTH & ADULT WHEELCHAIR BASKETBALL
(ages 10 & older; sessions ongoing through March)
These sessions are designed for youth and adult basketball players who want to learn to play basketball in high end sports wheelchairs. Each session is all about learning a new sport, working hard to achieve a goal and meeting new people. You’ll get tons of exercise and improve your skills through practice, practice, practice. Basketballs will be available for use or you may bring your own. Participants who borrow balls must have a
current, valid photo ID. Participants under 18 years of age must be accompanied by a family member and/or attendant.
DATE DAY TIME LOCATION
Sept 24 Wed 6-9pm Garfield
More information at www.kansasaccessiblesports.com
WHEELCHAIR SPORTS INFORMATION
Are you interested in playing sports? Think you can’t because you have limited mobility, are an amputee, or use a wheelchair? Think again! Wheelchair sports are designed for anyone with limited mobility that wants to play sports. For more information about wheelchair sports, please visit Kansas Accessible Sports, Inc., at www.kansasaccessiblesports.com or contact Jarvis Stirn at (785) 550-7179 or wildhawk@hotmail.com.
A.C.E. Adaptive Community Education
Increase your knowledge on topics that affect people with disabilities and their recreation opportunities. Our Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist can customize programs to fit your needs. Current topics include: Disability Awareness, Recreation Inclusion, ADA & Reasonable Accommodations, plus, many more! Call 368-0989 to arrange for presentations for your group today!
PLAY DAYS WITH MONTY & PEYTON
Monty is a Black Labrador Retriever, specially trained as a professional therapy dog and part of a Certified Assistance Dog Team, with his handler Jabeth Coachman. Peyton is a small Yorkshire Terrier, working with handler Jennifer Spence, as a registered Delta Society Pet Partner Team. These motivated and energetic teams are offering individual and group play sessions that can be “tail”ored to meet your programming needs. These
sessions can provide the participant with physical and emotional support, development of motor skills, as well as teaching responsibility, increasing communication skills, and building confidence. Please contact Jabeth Coachman or Jennifer Spence at (785) 368-0989 to schedule an appointment.
FINANCIAL PLANNING FOR PARENTS/GUARDIANS
1-1½ hour session
This workshop will help parents to better understand the planning which our children will need during all stages of life. We will cover what Social Security is, if your child is eligible and why it is important for our children to obtain these benefits. We will focus on using Special Needs Trusts to protect assets for our children and retain the benefits granted under Social Security. The workshop will address many of the concerns that parents have as they are trying to ensure quality of life for their children. We will be reviewing guardianship and alternatives to, explain how to create a blue print for providing care for the child after the parents are gone and help you understand how planning for your special needs child is different both legally and financially.
Registration deadline is Friday, November 6.
DATE DAY TIME LOCATION CODE
Nov 9 Mon 6:30pm SSLC 3-26-039-22
Price: $5
$4 Topeka resident
Social
ICE-CREAM SOCIAL (all ages welcome)
1-1 hour event
I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice-cream!!! Are you up for a good old-fashioned Ice Cream Social? Just because summer has ended, doesn’t mean the fun has to! Come create a frozen treat with yummy toppings while hanging out with your favorite friends at Gage Park! Registration deadline is Tuesday, September 1.
DATE DAY TIME LOCATION CODE
Sept 3 Thur 1pm SSLC 3-26-040-22
Sept 3 Thur 6pm SSLC 3-26-041-22
Price: $5
$4 Topeka resident
DANCE HOUSE (ages 16 & up)
1-2 hour event
Come spend the night dancing with your friends the second Thursday of each month. Each admission gets you great music by local DJ’s and a choice of refreshments. Staff and family are admitted free with a paying participant. Whether you like dancing and singing or just socializing with your friends, this is a great program for everyone. October is our Costume Dancehouse and December is our Holiday Dancehouse. Admission is $4 at
the door or you may purchase a discount 12-dance punchcard for $36.
DATE DAY TIME LOCATION
Sept 10 Thur 6pm Big Gage Shelter
Oct 8 Thur 6pm Big Gage Shelter
Nov 12 Thur 6pm Big Gage Shelter
Dec 10 Thur 6pm Big Gage Shelter
Price: $4 at the door or $36 punchcard (3-14-019-22)
PINS AND PIZZA (ages 12 & up)
1-2 hour session
What a fun way to spend an afternoon with your friends – sharing pizza and bowling. Registration fee includes pizza, drink, 2 hours of bowling, and shoe rental. Bring your friends and enjoy a Saturday afternoon together. Please notify our office if a bowling ramp is required. Registration deadline is the Thursday before the scheduled program date. No registrations will be accepted on-site.
DATE DAY TIME LOCATION CODE
Sept 12 Sat 1pm Gage Bowl 3-10-053-22
Oct 3 Sat 1pm Gage Bowl 3-10-054-22
Nov 7 Sat 1pm Gage Bowl 3-10-055-22
Dec 5 Sat 1pm Gage Bowl 3-10-056-22
Price: $15
$12 Topeka resident
POPCORN MOVIE CLUB (ages 8 & up)
1-2½ hour session
Do you enjoy watching movies? Join us watch your favorite movies while munching on a scrumptious snack and sipping on a delightful drink. We will provide several movies to choose from and the group will decide which film sounds the best. Movies will be PG or G rated. Registration is required the Wednesday prior to the scheduled program.
DATE DAY TIME LOCATION CODE
Sept 18 Fri 1pm SSLC 3-26-042-22
Oct 16 Fri 1pm SSLC 3-26-043-22
Nov 20 Fri 1pm SSLC 3-26-044-22
Dec 11 Fri 1pm SSLC 3-26-045-22
Price: $5
$4 Topeka resident
30
GAME CRAZY DAYS (ages 8 & up)
1-1½ hour session
Are you crazy about games? Would you like to learn a new game to play with friends? Stop by our office in Gage Park to play your favorite games with your friends. We have every game that you could ever dream of... Nintendo Wii, Guitar Hero, board games galore, trivia games, adapted sports, an accessible playground and much more!!! This is a drop-in event, no preregistration necessary.
DATE DAY TIME LOCATION CODE
Sept 11 Fri 1pm SSLC 3-26-046-22
Sept 21 Mon 6pm SSLC 3-26-047-22
Oct 2 Fri 1pm SSLC 3-26-048-22
Oct 15 Thur 6pm SSLC 3-26-049-22
Nov 5 Thur 6pm SSLC 3-26-050-22
Nov 6 Fri 1pm SSLC 3-26-051-22
Dec 4 Fri 1pm SSLC 3-26-052-22
Dec 7 Mon 6pm SSLC 3-26-053-22
Price: $2.50
$2 Topeka resident
Lifetime Leisure
PUMPKIN PAINTING (ages 8 & up)
1–1½ hour session
Decorate your own pumpkin for Halloween, without all the mess of carving one! You will be able to create your own scary, silly or traditional jack-o-lantern face. Registration deadline is Tuesday, October 20.
DATE DAY TIME LOCATION CODE
Oct 21 Wed 1pm SSLC 3-26-054-22
Oct 22 Thur 6pm SSLC 3-26-055-22
Price: $12.50
$10 Topeka resident
TURKEY DAY TREATS (ages 8 & up)
1-1½ hour session
Do you like pumpkin pie & other Thanksgiving desserts? Come learn to make some tasty treats… with a quick and easy twist! Registration deadline is the Monday, November 16.
DATE DAY TIME LOCATION CODE
Nov 18 Wed 1pm SSLC 3-26-056-22
Nov 19 Thur 6pm SSLC 3-26-057-22
Price: $6.25
$5 Topeka resident
CHRISTMAS COOKIES (ages 8 & up)
1-1 hour session
Get in the holiday spirit! Come decorate your very own sugar cookies as we sip on cocoa and listen to carols. Registration deadline is Monday, December 7.
DATE DAY TIME LOCATION CODE
Dec 9 Wed 6pm SSLC 3-26-058-22
Dec 10 Thur 1pm SSLC 3-26-059-22
Price: $6.25
$5 Topeka resident
Healthy Lifestyles
“LET’S GET MOVING: Focus on a Better You”
(ages 12 & up)
3-1 hour sessions
Believe it or not, getting healthy doesn’t have to be a hassle...it can be a fun, social experience! Join our staff as we focus on new ways to exercise, workout and keep moving! Participants will also learn how to make nutritious, delicious snacks, sack lunches,& how to make healthy choices while eating out. Each session
has a new innovative way to get you on your way to becoming a Healthier, Stronger, Energetic & Vibrant you! Prizes will be awarded at the end of the session for personal success! Registration deadline is the Tuesday prior to the program date.
DATE DAY TIME LOCATION CODE
Sept 10 Thur 1pm SSLC 3-26-060-22
Sept 17 Thur 6pm SSLC 3-26-061-22
Oct 1 Thur 1pm SSLC 3-26-062-22
Price: $18.75
$15 Topeka resident
Adapted Sports & Outdoors Recreation
GOLF (ages 10 & up)
2-1 hour sessions
Join your friends in the great outdoors while you improve your golf skills. We will practice driving and putting before ending with a night on the course with instructor, Elmer from First TEE. Participants are responsible for providing their own golf clubs & tees. Registration deadline is Friday, September 11.
DATE DAY TIME LOCATION CODE
Sept 14/16 MW 6pm Cypress Ridge 3-66-002-22
Price: $37.50
$30 Topeka resident
FISHING FOR FUN (ages 8 & up)
1-2 hour session
Join us for a relaxing afternoon of leisure fishing at Gage Park. Bring a sack lunch for a picnic in the park, followed by an introductory fishing clinic. Equipment and bait will be provided. Registration deadline is Wednesday, September 2.
DATE DAY TIME LOCATION CODE
Sept 4 Fri 12pm Westlake 3-26-063-22
Price: $2.50
$2 Topeka resident
ARCHERY (ages 12 & up)
5-1 hour sessions
Archery is great way to try your skills at hitting the bull’s-eye. Our instructor will teach you how to take aim & learn this exciting sport. Adapted instruction and equipment will be provided. Archery classes will be held at B-Squared Archery, 4700 SW Topeka Blvd. Registration deadline is Thursday September 24.
DATE DAY TIME LOCATION CODE
Sept 28 Mon 7pm B-Squared 3-26-064-22
Price: $31.25
$25 Topeka resident
YOUTH & ADULT WHEELCHAIR BASKETBALL
(ages 10 & older; sessions ongoing through March)
These sessions are designed for youth and adult basketball players who want to learn to play basketball in high end sports wheelchairs. Each session is all about learning a new sport, working hard to achieve a goal and meeting new people. You’ll get tons of exercise and improve your skills through practice, practice, practice. Basketballs will be available for use or you may bring your own. Participants who borrow balls must have a
current, valid photo ID. Participants under 18 years of age must be accompanied by a family member and/or attendant.
DATE DAY TIME LOCATION
Sept 24 Wed 6-9pm Garfield
More information at www.kansasaccessiblesports.com
WHEELCHAIR SPORTS INFORMATION
Are you interested in playing sports? Think you can’t because you have limited mobility, are an amputee, or use a wheelchair? Think again! Wheelchair sports are designed for anyone with limited mobility that wants to play sports. For more information about wheelchair sports, please visit Kansas Accessible Sports, Inc., at www.kansasaccessiblesports.com or contact Jarvis Stirn at (785) 550-7179 or wildhawk@hotmail.com.
